POLICE have charged a man following investigations into an alleged assault in Coolum Beach on December 31, 2025.

Officers were called to a licensed venue on David Low Way at around 11.50 pm, following reports that a male employee in his twenties had been allegedly assaulted by a male patron.

The employee allegedly sustained non-life-threatening head injuries and was transported to Nambour Hospital in a stable condition.

Following an appeal for information, a 57-year-old Peregian Springs man has been arrested and charged with assault occasioning bodily harm.

He is expected to appear before Maroochydore Magistrates Court on February 20, 2026.

Officers from the Sunshine Coast Police District thank the public for their assistance.

If you have information for police, please call Policelink on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report online at
www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.