Dozens of children X-rayed after button batteries lost at childcare centre

Dozens of children X-rayed after button batteries lost at childcare centre

A broken toy at a Sunshine Coast daycare prompted a sweep of the grounds and 64 children sent off for X-rays.

  • byCatherine Strohfeldt

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Another music festival cancelled as government looks for expert help

Another music festival cancelled as government looks for expert help

After 17 years,the Caloundra Music Festival has been scrapped due to rising costs. One industry veteran says it’s time to reconsider the role of such events.

  • byTony Moore
The regional property markets tipped to hit fresh records in the next year

The regional property markets tipped to hit fresh records in the next year

The COVID-era tree- and sea-change boom is over,but some states can expect to see their regional house price markets improve in the next year.

  • byJim Malo
Billions of dollars to bolster SEQ,but migration and Olympics loom large
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Billions of dollars to bolster SEQ,but migration and Olympics loom large

The Albanese government underestimated how many Australians would move to Qld and will now face criticism that it has short-changed the state.

  • bySean Parnell
10 undiscovered Sunshine Coast highlights that most people miss

10 undiscovered Sunshine Coast highlights that most people miss

You may need a 4WD to access some,but this diverse region has some truly wonderful attractions that aren’t obvious,unless you know where to look.

  • byAngela Saurine
The best times to visit the Sunshine Coast

The best times to visit the Sunshine Coast

The sunny region plays host to countless annual events,including food festivals and triathlons. Here’s when to make the most of its stunning natural assets.

  • byAngela Saurine
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Twenty things that will surprise first-time visitors to the Sunshine Coast

Twenty things that will surprise first-time visitors to the Sunshine Coast

From ‘punk’ turtles to trees that cause excruciating pain,the Sunshine Coast certainly has its quirks. Here’s what to know before you go.

  • byAngela Saurine
Best places to eat and drink on the Sunshine Coast

Best places to eat and drink on the Sunshine Coast

Trendy Asian eateries,retro diners,fresh Mooloolaba prawns and farm-to-table fine dining? Yep,Sunny Coast has something for every gourmand.

  • byAngela Saurine
The best places to stay on the Sunshine Coast,for all budgets

The best places to stay on the Sunshine Coast,for all budgets

From romantic hinterland hideaways to luxury oceanfront apartments,there’s an accommodation option for every type of traveller on this sunny stretch.

  • byAngela Saurine
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Covering more than 100 kilometres,from south of Caloundra to north of Noosa,this is one of the most pleasant playgrounds in the country.

Mooloolaba works on hold as new mayor sets vision for Sunshine Coast

Mooloolaba works on hold as new mayor sets vision for Sunshine Coast

It is the most divisive project since the “Loo with a View” and Rosanna Natoli has asked how much the new seawall and foreshore will cost.

  • bySean Parnell