Planning underway for biking pump track in Coolum park
COOLUM is set for a unique sporting attraction with a bike pump track earmarked for the Lions and Norrie Job Memorial Park, which is the park located next to the… Read more »
Mural takes up permanent place on motorway
After many weeks of meticulous painting, the beloved ‘Wave’ mural by local artist Owen Cavanagh has finally been lifted up to its permanent home, where it is safely out of… Read more »
Police appeal for witnesses – Assault Peregian
POLICE are appealing to the public for assistance as part of investigations into a reported assault at Peregian Beach on April 8. Investigations indicate that around 9.15 am, a woman… Read more »
New radiology clinic officially opens offering cutting-edge MRI tech
COOLUM now has its own state-of-the-art, fully serviced radiology clinic, with Quantum Medical Imaging proudly introducing the first 3T MRI scanner to the region. Mayor Rosanna Natoli and Cr Maria… Read more »
Red bench unveiled in show of support to tackle DFV
ALL OVER Australia, red benches are popping up in communities, and the Holy Spirit Anglican Church of Coolum recently unveiled its red bench. These symbolic seats are placed in the… Read more »
Coolum Lions: Recognising Long Service
SIX COOLUM Lions were presented with a ‘Lions Clubs International Service Award’ on April 2, with Division 8 Councillor Taylor Bunnag making the presentations at the Lions Community Centre in… Read more »
Letters to the Editor 9/4/25
FAIRFAX CHAT Dear editor, In January, our Federal MP Ted O’Brien verbally agreed to take part in a much-needed community conversation about nuclear power when approached by the President of our Marcoola Community Group – Susie Chapman, on… Read more »
Francine Wiig launches campaign for Fairfax
WITH the federal election officially called, Sunshine Coast local and community advocate Francine Wiig has launched her campaign for the seat of Fairfax. Ms Wiig is running as an independent candidate, and she… Read more »
Green guide asking visitors to tread lightly in Coolum
COOLUM can lay claim to being one of the ‘greenest’ places to visit, and a new guide is hoping to help visitors reduce their environmental impact as they explore our… Read more »
Olympics on track with coast to see sporting and transport upgrades
THE QUEENSLAND Government has released the 2032 Delivery Plan, putting the Sunshine Coast on the roadmap for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. These Games will not just be for Brisbane… Read more »