Sunshine Motorway upgrades to the Yandina – Coolum Road intersection
Congestion on the Sunshine Motorway has become a bit of an issue as of late, particularly around the Yandina - Coolum Road intersection. Department of Transport & Main Roads are in active discussions with Barns Lane Farm management to coordinate the works associated with access to Barns Lane Farm and the upgrade of Coolum-Yandina Road and the Sunshine Motorway. Transport & Main Roads (TMR) has unveiled their preferred concept for...
State of Our Region 2022 – Mayor Mark Jamieson
We are humbled to be included in Mayor Mark Jamieson’s annual “2022 State of our Region” review, along with other outstanding community members and businesses. The Mayor’s “State of our Region” review selects key achievements and programs recognising community focused individuals, groups and businesses, that are helping the Sunshine Coast to develop as a supportive and thriving local community. We would also like to personally thank Debra Robinson...
Resolving community issues, one meal at a time
Barns Lane Farm partnership to feed the hungry. The Sunshine Coast is synonymous with great food and healthy lifestyles and blessed to have access to some of the best producers Australia has to offer. Yet, despite our region’s abundance, the reality for many families and individuals isn’t quite as cheerful. 2016 Census data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics, estimates nearly 900 people on the Sunshine Coast experience homelessness on...
Conscious travel
Conscious holidays and destinations Sustainable travel attractions on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland While not exactly a new notion, sustainable travel and tourism is growing and with it, a new breed of traveller is emerging fast and strong. They are fierce, passionate and they revolutionise with their wallets and they have the power to completely reshape the tourism industry - here’s why and a profile some of the leaders on the...
Must do activities in Coolum Beach
Sun, surf & great vibes Must-do activities in Coolum Beach for holiday-makers and locals (image provided by @visitsunshinecoast) Placed between Maroochydore and Noosa, Coolum Beach is a seaside town, surrounded by National Parks. It is its own unique slice of laidback beach village vibe mixed with industry, tranquillity and community. Far from the buzz and hum of CBD development and major tourist strips, Coolum Beach has managed to retain some original...