Unitywater defends price hike

BUSINESS HURTING: Chair of Regional Development Australia Tony Riddle has gone into bat for Sunshine Coast businsses hit by services charges.

Business leader slams utility companies

Could these Coast suburbs be in line for a name change?

WHERE? Brightwater in Mountain Creek even causes locals confusion.

Locals weigh in on the re-naming proposals.

'I may be 82 but I'm not slowing down just yet'

Audrey fits more into her week than many youngsters






After dark munchies? We've got just the place...

EVERYONE knows the late night munchies can strike without warning.

Photographer’s blueprint to snapping Dunedin

IF YOU’RE keen to put some of those learnt photography skills to the test, this New Zealand city is a great place to start.

7 reasons this place is outdoor-junkie's haven

IF OUTDOOR adventures are your thing, then this city should be next on your travel list.

Mudjimba residents have done their research

It is wrong to say we at Mudjimba did not do our research, as the east-west runway plan changed about six degrees to the south.

A lifestyle to which they have become accustomed

Senator Ian MacDonald wanted to keep the Gold Class Pass conditions as they stood.

There was disquiet about scrapping the Gold Class Pass

The Honourable Peter Wellington

Independent MP Peter Wellington.

Wellington was most worthy of the title of "The Hon Member for”

If you can stand the heat, take away air-con

Classrooms can be hot-boxes.

Let's have an even playing field in our schools.

What's really going on inside Parliament?

Pauline Hanson may have been listening to Kanye West in her spare time - she wants pre-nups for all newlyweds.

'I think if we stand in a line, like this, and cross our arms.'

We need to do more to fight cancer

Are we really doing enough to find a cure for cancer? asks Kathy Sundstrom.

Meanwhile, our politicians spend money on other priorities.

Wellington set standard other pollies should follow

Queensland Speaker of the House, Nicklin independent MP Peter Wellington, has said he will retire from office at the next state election.

How Peter Wellington broke the political mode

Science Festival seriously awesome

CALLING everyone who wants to see, hear and be a part of something totally cool: this is where you need to be this March.

Drink where the cool kids do this summer

There are a bunch of new bars open in Brisbane, make sure you're there!

CHECK out these new funky bars.

Discover Brisbane’s laneway gems

Brisbane's laneways will surprise you.

NOT all of Brisbane City is as it seems…

Top five things to experience this summer in Brisbane

Tangalooma is amazing if you're keen for a dive, kayak or swim.

THIS summer get out and explore your capital city.

Don’t go chasing waterfalls…find them on these drives!

The Scenic Rim is just one place nearby that you'll love.

BRISBANE isn’t all bright lights and city slickers.

Your boots are made for walking these tours

Brisbane Greeters tours are a great way to learn the local history of the city.

YOU don’t need a bike or bus for a seriously good tour of Brisbane.

Is Brisbane the new arts and culture capital?

Check out GOMA's latest exhibition - it's all about hair! GOMA 10 Ambassador Patience Hodgson visits Nervescape V 2016 by Icelandic artist Hrafnhildur Arnardóttir (aka Shoplifter), commissioned for ‘Sugar Spin: you, me, art and everything’ at the Gallery of Modern Art, Brisbane. 
Photograph: Natasha Harth, QAGOMA

THE rest of the world should be envious of this line-up!

Doctor's love of life proving infectious

RETIRED surgeon has found a new outlet for his enthusiasm as one of the newest members of the Coast's Oriana Choir

Coast 'pay it forward' initiative comes to fruition

FREE LUNCH: There was definitely such thing as a free lunch for IFYS clients on Friday, courtesy of Urban Deli Cafe.

There was such thing as a free lunch for a dozen Coast battlers.

Vegemite queen shares artistic talents

VEGE BONAZA: Beerwah woman Julie Gould said art was something which came easy to her.

For Julie Gould Vegemite is better used to create masterpieces.

Our women have ruled the courts for a century

The line-up of the Woombye Ladies Basketball Club in 1928.

History spans more than 100 years.

Book your tour of Sunshine Coast University Hospital

Looking towards the new Sunshine Coast University Public Hospital from Currimundi.

The new hospital is now taking tour bookings for February 25.

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A Kinder Way to live a healthier life

FOTI and Katrina Koutsellis already have wholesome living "in the bag”, but now they are trying to educate others about sustainable practices.

Check out your live music gig guide for the coming week

STAR ON THE RISE: Mason Hope will play Yandina Hotel tonight.

No excuses for staying home, with this great music line-up

Fresh ideas are in the bag at regional markets

The Caloundra Street Fair is a great way to spend your weekend.

Grab a gift, add to your decor and stock the fridge and pantry

10 Things To Do to keep the whole family entertained

Simon Gillespie Sings Peter Allen.

10 Things To Do to get you out of the house and having fun

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Stalwarts farewell rescue service as new chopper arrives

HIGH ACHIEVERS: Retiring rescue helicopter service board members Don Moffatt and Bill Freeman inspect LifeFlight's newest chopper, an AW139 named the Don Moffatt.

Meet two blokes who helped keep our rescue helicopter in the air

New figures show strength of regional news media

Great local digital media coverage has seen more people signing up to be subscribers.

News Regional Media now reaching 3.5 million each month

Seven signs Australia facing 'Armageddon'

The Ask Izzy campaign aims to help charge the phones of homeless people

Govt warned it must cut tax loopholes and welfare handouts

Rugby League Sunshine Coast season launch

Gaylene Moore, Mikaela Williams and Shelly Threadingham at Sunshine Coast Stadium for the 2017 rugby league season launch.

Rugby League Sunshine Coast season launch

Dunedin's Otago Museum Tropical Forest

The entrance to the Otago Museum

The Butterfly enclosure in the Otago museum is a popular part of their Discovery...

Get in the swim in Dunedin

Surfers get ready to take on the waves at St Clair beach in Dunedin.

From the Moana Pool, to the beach at St Clair, there's plenty of places to get wet...

Cadbury World in Dunedin

Cadbury World is located in the centre of Dunedin, New Zealand, at the Cadbury factory site. The visitor centre is a colourful and educational environment with chocolate-themed displays where you can learn about the history of Cadbury and chocolate through the ages. The Cadbury Tour is a must-do while in Dunedinjust look for the purple silo or follow the scent of chocolaty goodness drifting over the city.

Take a tour of the Cadbury Factory in the heart of Dunedin where every step has...

Dunedin's Blue Penguins

Blue penguins come ashore on the Otago Peninsula.

Take a look at the cutest tourist attraction - Dunedin's blue penguins as they...

Big Plans for Big Pineapple

Jim Costello, Project Director and Shaun Munday, Planning Director discuss future plans for the Big Pineapple.

Big Pineapple Plans.

Sunshine Coast University Hospital

Preview for the opening of the new Sunshine Coast University Hospital at Kawana.

Sunshine Coast University Hospital

Adem Crosby Centre

Sunshine Coast University Hospital east view.

Adem Crosby Centre at the Sunshine Coast University Hospital

250kg woman moulded to chair for months

THE smell of human excrement reached the sidewalk after a 250kg woman was rescued from a chair she had been moulded to for the past seven months.

Ferrari reveals its quickest ever road car: the Superfast

RED DEVIL: Ferrari 812 Superfast offers 588kW and 718Nm from its 6.5-litre V12, meaning a zero to 100kmh time of 2.9-seconds and a top speed of more than 340kmh.

The most powerful and exclusive Ferrari in its road car range

'Like a nightmare': Deadly snakes strike dog, twice

FIGHTING FOR LIFE: Tigger receives treatment after being wbitten by an eastern brown snake.

IPSWICH pet owner's plea for help as he struggles to cover vet bills

MELON FEST: Not just for Chinchilla locals anymore

Melon skiing at the 2017 Chinchilla Melon Festival on Saturday.

Chinchilla's Melon Festival is no longer just about the residents

Young Lion joins quest to improve research

NOBLE CAUSE: Nicole Carty, Maroochy North Shore Lions' entrant in the Lions Medical Research Personality Quest, with Lion Gary Craven.

A young Lion is doing her bit for medical research funding

Talking about Toastmasters ...

Coolum Communicators' Simon Cornwill.

Members of Coolum Communicators will speak at a divisional contest

U3A Sunshine Coast celebrates 30 years of learning

U3A Sunshine Coast tutors discuss courses at the open day.

U3A is "connecting seniors to lifelong learning”

Tensions high at pointy end of MKR's round two

WHEN an ex-vegan pacifist says "I think people that score strategically need a kick in the shins”, the MKR gloves are off.

Jungle Jay sent packing from I'm a Celebrity

I'm A Celebrity ... Get Me Out Here! contestant Jay Laga'aia with Keira.

BIG friendly giant Jay Laga'aia has been eliminated from I'm A Celeb

Carson Kressley brings 'camp' to I'm a Celebrity jungle

"I am not all Park Avenue and daffodils” ... Carson Kressley.

Meet the "campest” campmate to star on I'm a Celebrity.

Coast mum hopes to build confidence on Biggest Loser

Biggest Loser: Transformed contestant Nikki.

Coast mum Nikki hopes to be able to wear a bikini with confidence.

Expert: Why renters, home buyers may struggle

Matusik Property Insights director Michael Matusik.

What's next for the city's housing market

REVEALED: Operator of Coast's newest pub, 60 jobs

WATERING HOLE: An artist's impression of the Bli Bli Hotel which will be part of the Bli Bli Village Centre development.

What is the latest with the Bli Bli Village centre development

Search on for the ripe solution in developing estate

CEO and founder of a state-of-the-art freeze dry technology Michael Buckley in one of the driers.

Work is on to solve a planning headache in the middle of a food hub

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$40m Sunny Queen expansion means cracking new jobs

NOW OPEN: Minister for State Development Dr Anthony Lynham, Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk, Sunny Queen Australia managing director John O'Hara and Ipswich Mayor Paul Pisasale at the grand opening of the new $40 million manufacturing facility in Carole Park.

'Egg-cellent' investment will be a boost for local economy

No time to respond to job applicants? Google CEO does.

Girl, 7, delighted to get personal response from Google boss

South dominates manufacturing grants applications

State Development Minister Anthony Lynham praised Maryborough's Downer Rail.

Most manufacturing grants applications from southern Queensland

New Rocky mine plans revealed, up to 500 workers needed

JOBS, JOBS, JOBS: A mine that will eventually have the capacity to employ 500 workers is opening in CQ.

BOSS OF yet-to-be-built coal mine will hire CQ workers.

UPDATE: Administrators announce plan to save Stockland stores

Terry White Chemists in Stockland shopping centre closes its doors as administrators are called in.

'We are trying to recapitalise the business moving forward'

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Toyota HiLux Double Cab SR5 long term review final report

IN ITS ELEMENT: Over our three month 3000km test, the Toyota HiLux SR5 was at its best as an off-road plaything and workhorse load-lugger. As a daily driver though it reminded it was still a truck...

After 3000km we give our final report on HiLux life

Mercedes-AMG C 63 S Cabriolet road test and review

OPENING HOURS: Mercedes-AMG C 63 S Cabriolet’s 375kW/700Nm bi-turbo V8 helps wind-in-the-hair drivers hit 100kmh in 4.1 seconds.

AMG’s $180k C 63 S Cabrio brings V8 thrills and topless elegance

Our best-selling city car is ready for a refresh

GT-LINE: Next generation Picanto has been shown in Europe, including with desirably sporty GT-Line kit. We're yet to learn if Australia will offer this option and a fruitier turbo engine for the new Picanto.

Value-packed next gen Kia Picanto arrivng by mid-year

Subaru Impreza 2.0i-S Hatch road test and review

WELL-OPTIONED Subaru's Impreza in higher specification 2.0i-S guise features excellent cabin features and cutting edge safety to go with a quality chassis.

The new Impreza offers impressive all-wheel-drive security and value

HSV's anniversary range celebrates 30 years of performance

POWER PLAYERS: 30 Years editions of Maloo, ClubSport, Senator and GTS bring power gains, revised suspensions and fresh styling

More power and torque for HSV's 30 Years specials

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