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Dr Ken Wishaw, Sunshine Coast, Queensland

Sky-high drive continues for pioneering doctor

The pioneer of helicopter medicine in Australia and co-founder of CareFlight has switched his focus from saving lives to saving skies. Doctor Ken Wishaw, the country’s
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Kangaroo Point Bridge, Brisbane, Queensland.

Kangaroo Point Bridge opens Sunday and roads close

Brisbane’s newest river crossing, between Kangaroo Point and the CBD, opens to the public on Sunday. Brisbane City Council is hosting an opening event for the new
Read more 13 December 2024
School student cycling. \ Newsreel

Real-time monitoring boosts active school travel

A program which sends real-time notifications to parents on their children travelling to and from school has boosted active travel among Sunshine Coast
Read more 10 December 2024
First Nations performance at the North Australian Festival of Art.

North Australian Festival of Arts stands alone in 2025

The national award-winning North Australian Festival of Arts (NAFA) will operate as an independent event next year, after transitioning from Townsville City Council
Read more 4 December 2024
Housing on Sunshine Coast, Queensland. | Newsreel

Guide drives coastal vibe in apartment design

Sunshine Coast Council architects have produced a design guide for apartments and townhouses focussed on coastal living. Environment and Liveability Portfolio Councillor
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Brisbane river ferry. | Newsreel

50 cent fares drive patronage past pre-COVID levels

Confirmation 50 cent public transport fares will remain in South-East Queensland has been announced alongside the latest patronage figures, which show a widespread
Read more 2 December 2024
An artist's impression of the rooftop area of a proposed development in South Brisbane. | Newsreel

Three-tower complex planned for South Brisbane

Updated plans for a multi-tower complex, including the first 50-storey tower outside the CBD, have been submitted to Brisbane City Council. (ARTIST’S IMPRESSION
Read more 2 December 2024
Brisbane Metro bus. | Newsreel

January start date for Brisbane Metro service

Brisbane’s Metro bus service will officially start on January 28, after a one-month trial in October. The Brisbane City Council website shows the high-capacity,
Read more 2 December 2024
Woman providing advice to another woman.

Community legal services turn away over 1000 every day

At least 150,000 people impacted by domestic violence were turned away from community legal centres in the past year. Community Legal Centres CEO Tim Leach said lack of
Read more 28 November 2024
Young girl playing video game. | Newsreel

Gaming industry levels up on the Sunshine Coast

The building blocks of a gaming industry on the Sunshine Coast were laid at the region’s inaugural Digital Games Summit this month. Sunshine Coast Council Resilient
Read more 26 November 2024