More than a year after work began transforming an almost vacant council building at Buddina, Restoring Hope Parkinson’s Therapy officially opened its new Community Hub on Saturday afternoon, drawing a…
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Sunshine Coast Hinterland Earns International Dark Sky Reserve Status
The Sunshine Coast hinterland has been officially designated as an International Dark Sky Reserve by DarkSky International, securing global recognition for the region’s night skies and making it Queensland’s first…
From the Big Cow to a $18.5 million base: LifeFlight’s 46-year journey is far from over
A helicopter rescue service born from Hinterland community spirit in 1979 has a gleaming new base, a surge in demand, and a visitor centre coming later this year that will…
World-Class Pianist Brings ‘Introspections’ to Lucas Parklands
Lucas Parklands welcomed back one of its most acclaimed visiting artists on Sunday afternoon (19th April), as Italian pianist Ida Pelliccioli returned for her second consecutive year to perform a…
“Job Done!” – Brooklyn Coyle steps back at Range Kindy
For the past few years, the Range Community Kindergarten has been quietly transformed from a fragile service with an uncertain future into a confident, well‑governed and fully enrolled community‑run asset….
Redrawn Lines: What the Proposed Electoral Redistribution Means for Glass House, Nambour and the Ridge
The Queensland Redistribution Commission (QRC) has released proposals that would significantly alter the electoral map across the Sunshine Coast hinterland, with the Glass House and Nambour electorates both set for…
Free foot health bus heading to Mapleton
Article updated, March 2026: The Footprints Walking on Country bus made a successful visit to Mapleton Community Hall on 18 February, and the team reported strong community engagement on the…
Safer Internet Day 2026: Why Online Safety Matters Beyond the Classroom
Tuesday 10th February marks Safer Internet Day 2026, a global initiative spanning more than 180 countries that encourages communities to foster safer online spaces. Whilst the eSafety Commissioner provides dedicated…
New Toilet Block for Mapleton Falls National Park Day Use Area Set to Open Mid-2026 After 15-Month Wait
Construction on permanent facilities to begin next month following arson attack and design delays Visitors to Mapleton Falls National Park will soon see the end of a 15-month reliance on…
QCCC Mapleton Welcomes Over 250 Locals at Community Open Day
More than 250 Blackall Range residents streamed through the gates of QCCC Mapleton on Saturday 6 December for the centre’s Community Open Day, marking another successful chapter in the relationship…