AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced Website Feedback OnlyPlease leave your website feedback comments below kindly provide the steps you took so we can replicate the issue For general council inquiries, please see Council Contact page You can use CTR+V to paste a screenshot from your clipboard directly into the textarea above Otherwise you can upload a file from your computer below The Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex will be home to many events state finals and even an international tournament Sunshine Coast Division 7 Councillor Ted Hungerford said it was great to see so much sporting action and talent on the Sunshine Coast “Sporting competitions are a fantastic way to develop skills hone talent and form lasting bonds with teammates so I’m really excited these opportunities are available and that they’re here on the Sunshine Coast,” Cr Hungerford said “With excellent sporting facilities for the teams and athletes and plenty of accommodation and activities for the families there’s plenty of benefits to hosting these events.” Team registrations are now full for the popular primary school netball competition named after our very own national netball team - The Lightning Cup Students in Years 5 and 6 can play in a fun and inclusive environment The competitive carnival includes three divisions: Championship as well as a multi-class ‘come-and-try’ opportunity for students with physical 22 teams will compete at the Brisbane Lions U14 State Academy Carnival The event is the start of the AFL talent pathway for young boys and girls and it’s estimated 2,500 people will attend each day The StreetSmarts AFLQ Schools Cup is the AFL’s premier schools competition in Queensland with more than 745 teams and over 16,000 school students participating in the competition that kicked off in March this year Now it’s finals time and the StreetSmarts AFL Schools Cup State Finals will be run from October 11 to 13 with 34 teams across six divisions vying for state honours Teams from Far North Queensland to northern NSW participate in the state-wide competition as they progress through the various gala match days and knock out matches culminating in the state finals in October Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex has hosted the final since the very first event in 2016 The Sunshine Coast will play host to Australian rules football with an international flavour when the AFL Pacific Cup is played at the Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex in November Around 500 players representing teams from across the Pacific region will take part in the 10-day event in what will be a colourful and vibrant celebration of the game The competition will comprise of male and female open and under 17 divisions with the final list of participating countries to be confirmed Netball Queensland has recently announced the 2025 Junior State Age competition will be coming to Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex from July Experience Sunshine Coast Living and community Environment Business Development Council Pay and apply © Sunshine Coast Regional Council 2008–2025 Get the latest news to your email inbox FREE A 32-year-old Maroochydore man has been caught allegedly filming people in their homes without their knowledge The man was initially arrested on 3 February after allegedly performing incident acts in his car on a residential street in Maroochydore Further investigations led police to allegedly find child exploitation material and photos and videos of people that had been unknowingly filmed in their homes Sunshine Coast police will allege the man filmed people from outside their homes Police have identified approximately 40 adults So far five people have been positively identified Detectives from the Sunshine Coast Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) assisted by the Crime and Intelligence Command (CIC) Sexual Crime Unit then established Operation Xray Pelham police are continuing to investigate the alleged offences and work to identify the approximately 35 outstanding people who appear in the footage Police have identified photos and videos from late 2021 to February 2025 Further investigations led police to allege the man entered a woman’s home in Maroochydore and sexually assault her in October 2021 A 32-year-old Maroochydore man has been charged with one count each of indecent acts using a carriage service to access child pornography He was set to reappear in Maroochydore Magistrates Court on 31 March Police are appealing to the public for information and to identify the people pictured in the photos and videos that were in the man’s possession detectives from the Sunshine Coast CIB and CIC Sexual Crime Unit will be doorknocking parts of Maroochydore this week Sunshine Coast CIB Officer in Charge Detective Senior Sergeant Robert Lowry said investigations are ongoing concerning behaviour is not accepted in our community and we’re working to ensure all those who have been impacted by the man’s alleged offences notified and supported,” Detective Senior Sergeant Lowry said or you have witnessed any relevant suspicious behaviour “The door knocks will be focused on asking residents in the Maroochydore area if they have noticed any suspicious behaviour or have information that may assist investigations It may also allow police to identify individuals in the material “We understand the community’s concern regarding the sensitivities of this investigation and I can assure the community that detectives are prioritising the privacy and well-being of those affected.” Police are appealing to anyone that has noticed a red Mazda 6 or a white Toyota Camry parked near their home or suspicious activity around their home at night A range of flow-on benefits are on the horizon for the Sunshine Coast as the region looks to attract a new wave of luxury hotels infrastructure investment and economic growth are just some of the bonuses of a push to attract more upscale brands to encourage upscale accommodation hotels (TLPI) Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli said the Sunshine Coast Council welcomed the Queensland Government’s approval of the TLPI “Council’s desire is to encourage luxury hotels in specific appropriate locations to foster our economic growth into the future,” Mayor Natoli said the tourism industry and business community have highlighted the urgent need for new The proposed TLPI provides for a targeted set of planning provisions to encourage the development of upscale hotels – four star and above – in key centre locations This would include a height allowance and reduced on-site car parking requirements The proposed TLPI complements an endorsed Strategic Policy that provides application fee relief and infrastructure charges discounts for accommodation hotel proposals This comprehensive incentive package to encourage upscale hotels to the Sunshine Coast is much needed - the last luxury hotel was completed more than 30 years ago about 70 per cent of visitor accommodation on the Sunshine Coast consists of self-catering Mayor Natoli said the Sunshine Coast was missing out on a variety of markets due to the limited upscale accommodation “We need a breadth of options to suit different visitor needs,” Mayor Natoli said “Upscale hotels will provide accommodation options for the high value and business markets “This type of visitor spends two-to-three times more “If we do not act now these visitors will continue to head – and spend their money – elsewhere “It’s estimated that just one upscale hotel will generate an additional spend of $29.5 million annually in our region providing approximately 422 jobs during construction and another 165 jobs ongoing “The Deputy Premier’s conditions reduce the area to which the TLPI applies specifically targeting Maroochydore and Caloundra This is a positive step towards attracting more hotel development in the two largest coastal centres in our region will only result in a small number of new hotels being developed however this outcome would have a big impact on the quality and depth of this region’s tourism accommodation offer.” Council must consider and comply with the conditions imposed by the Minister and publish a public notice about the commencement of the TLPI in accordance with the Planning Act 2016 and the Minister’s Guidelines and Rules Last updated :  06:00 AM, Fri 04 Apr 2025   Get the latest news to your email inbox FREE! Sunshine Coast Business Council Chair Sandy Zubrinich has applauded Walker Corporation’s bold Olympic vision for the Maroochydore City Centre. “The Sunshine Coast Business Council strongly commends Walker Corporation’s bold vision for a 7000-seat arena, athlete village and five-star hotel, set to cement the region as a premier games and tourism destination, and create a powerful legacy for Queensland,” Ms Zubrinich said. “We have long been advocating for the delivery of a major hub for entertainment and economic activity to firmly position the Maroochydore City Centre, and the Sunshine Coast region more broadly, on the international map as a premier destination for arts, music, conventions, exhibitions and major events. “Walker Corporation’s Horizon Centre proposal is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to deliver an iconic and multi-purpose civic asset that the Sunshine Coast has supported for decades, right in the heart of Maroochydore City Centre.” She said Walker Corporation has the vision and experience to develop the kind of city-shaping infrastructure needed to really propel the Sunshine Coast onto the world stage, as they have done before in Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide. “With the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games just seven years away, we need to leverage private sector investment and expertise exemplified by this Walker proposal, to accelerate the delivery of essential infrastructure needed to create a powerful Brisbane 2032 legacy,” Ms Zubrinich said. “Investing in the Sunshine Coast through this proposal will create a lasting legacy, not just for this generation, but for many to come. This project will be the catalyst to further activate the Maroochydore City Centre — attracting both locals and tourists and making it a vibrant destination year-round. “However, for this vision to reach its full potential, we must address connectivity. Heavy rail from Brisbane to the Maroochydore City Centre is not just desirable — it is essential. Efficient transport links will ensure this precinct is accessible, thriving, and a key driver of our region’s future prosperity. “This is exactly the type of bold project the Sunshine Coast Business Council hoped would be presented by the private sector as part of the 100-day review and we support the method of project delivery as a Public Private Partnership (PPP) between Australia’s largest diversified private property company Walker Corporation, Australia’s top private construction company Built and global leading architects Woods Bagot. “The Horizon Centre proposal is currently under review with GIICA, which is set to present its recommendation from the 100-Day Review to the Queensland Government in March 2025. We look forward to it progressing to the next stage.” © 2025 Star News Group Pty Ltd. All rights reserved will take place on the Neil Upton Oval at Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex at 10am on Sunday February 2 As well as the opportunity to check out how the team is shaping up ahead of the 2025 season player signings and the opportunity to sign up for a membership The new range of merchandise will also be available for sale RSVP for your chance to win two tickets to their round 19 clash at the Gabba Sunshine Coast Council Strong Community Portfolio Councillor Taylor Bunnag said the region had firmly established itself as an ideal destination for elite sporting clubs “The Sunshine Coast hosting three AFL clubs for pre-season training is an excellent testament to our region facilities and staff and showcases what we can do to the whole country,” Cr Bunnag said Sunshine Coast Council Division 7 Councillor Ted Hungerford said the popularity of the Sunshine Coast as a location for AFL training open days was a direct reflection of the quality facilities such as the Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex and our beautiful climate and world-class beaches “It was a real bonus for our community and local fans to have access to the best players in the game right here in our backyard,” Cr Hungerford said When parking at the Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex at 108 Fisherman’s Road There is pedestrian access from the surrounding parking areas Pedestrian pathways lead directly to the Main Oval Please note that Fishermans Road Sunday Markets are on at the same time and the area closest to Fishermans Road can get busy Fans are encouraged to arrive early to secure a park Sunshine Coast Council acknowledges the Sunshine Coast Country home of the Kabi Kabi peoples and the Jinibara peoples We wish to pay respect to their Elders – past and acknowledge the important role First Nations people continue to play within the Sunshine Coast community Our Sunshine Coast is a free community website proudly produced by Sunshine Coast Council The Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games are already shaping the future of the Sunshine Coast, with surging demand for homes at SOL by Walker in the Maroochydore City Centre driven by the Queensland  Government’s roadmap to 2032 Demand for the apartment collection at SOL by Walker has soared with more than half of the first release already secured reinforcing strong buyer confidence in the region’s future Walker Corporation Group Executive of Development Peter Saba said the team has seen strong enquiries  for homes in the heart of the City Centre “The Queensland Premier’s recent announcement, including the proposed Maroochydore Horizon Centre  precinct in their Brisbane 2032 Olympics Plan will provide a major boost to residents and businesses in the Maroochydore City Centre and the entire Sunshine Coast region,” Saba said “The flow on effect is already being felt with many buyers looking to secure their future home or investment  in SOL by Walker as a prime opportunity to live in one of Australia’s most exciting coastal cities accessibility and world-class infrastructure plans.”  “We are seeing a cross section of buyers purchase at SOL by Walker from First Home Buyers to professional  couples and families looking for exceptional quality and high-end amenities along with great access to a brand-new City Centre and all just minutes from the beautiful beaches of the Sunshine Coast.” The proposed landmark $1 billion Horizon Centre development will feature a multi-purpose arena 1,400-bed athlete village and a five-star hotel delivering a long-lasting Olympic and Paralympic legacy for the Sunshine Coast The Horizon Centre will establish a vibrant civic, cultural and entertainment precinct integrated with the new WAVE transport system which will run through the Maroochydore City Centre and into the Sunshine Coast Airport The next-generation transport solution ensures SOL by Walker residents enjoy seamless access to key destinations across the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane making city living more convenient than ever “The Horizon Centre precinct will not only host Games action but will provide a lasting post-Games legacy including a high-quality restaurant and entertainment district providing the Sunshine Coast with a world-leading venue for concerts events and cultural experiences well beyond 2032,” Saba said SunCentral CEO Amanda Yeates said Maroochydore City Centre has become an economic powerhouse for the Sunshine Coast “In 10 years, we have seen Maroochydore City Centre transformed from a golf course to the makings of a real city and with incredible projects underway all around us at SOL by Walker Maroochy Private Hospital and now new legacy infrastructure the next decade is shaping up to be even bigger,” Ms Yeates said Maroochydore Chamber of Commerce President Brendan Bathersby welcomed the major boost for the region “There has never been a more exciting time to be on the Coast, with major legacy infrastructure shaping our future, boosting the local economy and anchoring Maroochydore City Centre as a connected world-class city for generations to come,” Bathersby said We're on a mission to radically improve the quality of Urban communities being developed across Australia We aim to showcase every development in Australia to help you find the perfect new home Do you have a news tip? Click here to send to our news team A “seamless public transport” link for the Sunshine Coast has been spruiked as part of the 2032 Olympic Games Delivery Plan The state government has announced that the region will be connected from Beerwah through to the Sunshine Coast Airport with a major new rail and metro bus connection dubbed The Wave It is one of the major infrastructure legacy projects revealed for the Sunshine Coast including the revitalisation of the Mooloolah River Interchange initiative The Wave is set to roll through the Sunshine Coast, with heavy passenger rail from Beerwah to Birtinya then metro bus to the airport with stations at Mountain Creek and Maroochydore Infrastructure will be constructed from the Birtinya station to the Maroochydore station The state government stated that it would build the interchange as a priority to remove congestion and allow The Wave to carry commuters without delay The state government had previously planned to build the rail line from Beerwah to Maroochydore by 2032 we’re committed to making it go all the way through to the Maroochydore CBD by the 2032 Games,” then-Opposition leader David Crisafulli But the Opposition maintained it would be impossible to construct the whole line by then due to rising costs and construction complexities there are plans for the line to reach Birtinya which is where Olympic events will be held at an upgraded Sunshine Coast Stadium and where commuters are expected to link with an enhanced bus network Sunshine Coast mayor Rosanna Natoli welcomed the announcement of The Wave saying it would support the sustainable growth of the region “We know that the delivery of a world-class transport solution by 2032 is intrinsically linked to our Olympic venues and the role we will play in hosting the Games,” Cr Natoli said “This is a great day for the Sunshine Coast and we look forward to getting back to work on delivering this important legacy infrastructure for our community.” Premier Crisafulli said The Wave would keep the Sunshine Coast moving “The Games are a once-in-a-generation opportunity to deliver the infrastructure the Sunshine Coasts needs not only today but in the decades to come,” he said with seamless public transport all the way to the Sunshine Coast Airport and connect to the Athlete Village built for the Games it is necessary for the future of the Sunshine Coast beyond the Games.” Minister for Transport and Main Roads Brent Mickelberg said The Wave would deliver a lasting public transport legacy for the Sunshine Coast “The Wave is something the Sunshine Coast can really get behind,” he said “We are delivering seamless public transport further than what was initially planned with commuters now able to travel past Maroochydore all the way to the Sunshine Coast Airport Want more free local news? Follow Sunshine Coast News on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram, and sign up for our FREE daily news email “By delivering metro, we are able to build the Mooloolah River Interchange which locals have been waiting for decades to see but has repeatedly been delayed by Labor “The Mooloolah River Interchange will ease congestion at the well-known traffic chokepoint on the Coast and will include two extra lanes on the Sunshine Motorway north of Kawana Way “The Wave is just part of Delivering 2032 and Beyond Federal LNP Member for Fisher Andrew Wallace hailed the plan we will finally see legacy public transport in the form of direct Sunshine Coast Rail from Beerwah to Birtinya with an integrated metro hub connecting Birtinya with the Maroochydore CBD and the Sunshine Coast Airport,” he said “It is now time to get on with it.” Funding has been secured for delivery of Stage 1 of the new direct heavy rail line from Beerwah to Caloundra (19km) The 2032 Delivery Plan also includes bus service improvements on the Sunshine Coast The European Train Control System (Level 2) will also be delivered on the rail network from the Gold Coast to the Sunshine Coast to improve safety and allow for increased service frequencies on this high-demand sector of the rail network This is probably not the page you’re looking for A development application has been lodged for a Surf Lifesaving club Designed by BRD Group architecture the proposal seeks Improvements and Extensions to the existing Maroochydore Surf Life Saving Club with the construction of a 2-storey building to optimise the available space for better storage of equipment and increase the present surf lifesaving training facilities The planners at Adams + Sparkes Town Planning state “This proposed plan has complies with the existing Sunshine Coast Council Planning Scheme and Landscaping Code Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act It is ready in conjunction with the Ecological Site Assessment We encourage you to 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and then to its current location An Australia Post spokesperson said the “difficult decision” to close followed a notice to vacate from the landlord which prompted consideration of the outlet’s future “Visitor numbers at this outlet have fallen by 35 per cent over the past four years and are now well below the state average,” the spokesperson said The spokesperson said the Maroochydore area was well serviced by other post offices including one at Sunshine Plaza and another at Cotton Tree One man is determined to take up the fight to keep the post office open said the post office was always busy and he could not understand why Australia Post had not bothered to find another location in close proximity Can you imagine a CBD without a post office?” he said Mr Saville said the alternative locations were not convenient for the post office’s elderly and disabled customers who did not drive “Sunshine Plaza is a kilometre away across a busy road Mr Saville said Sunshine Plaza was not convenient even for able-bodied people The Sunshine Plaza post office has post office boxes and Sunshine Coast News understands PO box holders at Duporth Avenue will be able to transfer across The Australia Post spokesperson said 24/7 parcel facilities would be provided so people could send and receive parcels at home any time of the day or week The man who “laid the foundations” for the growing Maroochydore city centre is stepping down as chair of the group delivering the project Morgan Parker has signalled his retirement from the board of SunCentral Maroochydore “Every multigenerational undertaking has to be treated like a relay race,” he said “We have a great deal of talent around us right now and it’s time for fresh leadership to carry the project forward particularly with the Olympics on the horizon “I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished at SunCentral and I’m excited for the next phase.” The $4 billion Maroochydore city centre project is being delivered in partnership with SunCentral Sunshine Coast Council and Walker Corporation Sunshine Coast mayor Rosana Natoli commended the outgoing chair’s impact “Morgan Parker has been a key figure in guiding the direction of Maroochydore city centre since SunCentral’s establishment in 2015,” she said “His insights and expertise have contributed to the project’s progress over the past decade We thank him for his remarkable service and commitment to this significant regional initiative.” Related story: Twin 19-storey tower development approved for CBD Walker managing director and CEO David Gallant also applauded Mr Parker “Morgan Parker’s contributions over the past decade have laid the foundations for success and we look forward to continuing our work with SunCentral and Sunshine Coast Council to create a world-class city centre,” he said Mr Parker said SunCentral’s mission from the outset was to create a balanced sustainable city centre that served as a hub for the region “SunCentral was established by Sunshine Coast Council to provide independent commercial expertise to drive delivery of a world-class city centre and our model is now globally recognised as best in class,” he said A Sunshine Coast local with 30 years’ experience as a global real estate investor Mr Parker said he was eager to contribute to the development of the centre “The Sunshine Coast had given me so much and when the opportunity to be part of SunCentral Maroochydore arose I knew it was the right time to give back,” he said “The mayor and council had a tremendous vision and I was motivated to help bring that vision to life.” who works on new city developments worldwide said the Sunshine Coast project was unique because of its focus on environmental sustainability and lifestyle “The uniqueness of Maroochydore city centre is its ability to authentically balance catalytic economic growth with a modern interpretation of an attractive lifestyle and a genuine focus on sustainability,” he said “Maroochydore city centre is more than a development creating jobs and career paths so young locals can build their futures here without needing to leave for Brisbane,” Mr Parker said The city will also feature 240,000sqm of commercial and retail space, a hospital more than 10 hectares of open space and parkland The Sunshine Coast could be in line to host more events at the 2032 Olympics and Paralympics thanks to the expected delivery of an arena and convention centre in Maroochydore in time for the Games Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie on Wednesday confirmed that plans for a Sunshine Coast Indoor Sports Centre at Kawana had been scrapped in favour of partnering with Walker Corporation to build the new facility which will include an athlete village for the Games Speaking at a press conference alongside Sunshine Coast mayor Rosanna Natoli and local LNP state MPs Fiona Simpson Mr Bleijie said the arena – which could potentially hold 17,000 people – would be an asset to the region for the 2032 Games and beyond “We have needed this on the Sunshine Coast for so long,” he said we will have something on the Sunshine Coast that we have longed for so long the Gold Coast has got a convention centre and now the Sunshine Coast will have a convention centre arena sports cultural precinct before 2032 Do you have an opinion to share? Submit a Letter to the Editor at Sunshine Coast News via news@sunshinecoastnews.com.au “We are in the heart of the economic drive on the Sunshine Coast right here in the Maroochydore CBD “We’re going to partner with the Walker Corporation and deliver accommodation for 1400 athletes and officials in the Games mode for the Olympics and Paralympics “We’re going to need the workforce to increase There’s going to be jobs and opportunities.” Mr Bleijie said the decision to axe the indoor sports centre at Kawana was a positive move for the Coast “When this arena is built on the Sunshine Coast it is an Olympic and Paralympic venue,” he said “I have seen some comments from former councillors in the media saying that we’ve lost an Olympic or Paralympic venue and I would suspect that an investment on the Sunshine Coast that’s going to be over $10 billion with all our projects is a pretty good investment in the next seven years “I’ve never been a fan of that indoor centre because it displaced other community groups and outdoor groups there so I don’t think anybody would be surprised by that decision but I might say I’m replacing it with an over $1 billion investment in an arts exhibition cultural arena in Maroochydore “So I think the Sunshine Coast is going to do pretty well out of what we have been able to achieve with our 2032 Delivery Plan.” Cr Natoli said the arena plans would leave a lasting legacy for the Coast and give people “something to be excited about and look forward to” “When you think about an arts and convention and exhibition centre and arena we’ve been talking about this for decades,” she said “To think that this will happen in the Maroochydore CBD in a short number of years is something that a lot of people will be really truly looking forward to and really being excited about “The whole reason we were ever involved in the Olympic and Paralympic Games is securing a legacy for our people into the future.” “This is the biggest investment in the history of the Sunshine Coast, and we’re getting a better connection with our public transport which we’ve never had before,” she said this is really going to be a game-changer on the Sunshine Coast.” Mr Bleijie said the arena could help bring more Games events to the Coast. Basketball, football, marathon, road cycling, mountain biking and kiteboarding have been touted for the region the International Olympic Committee and the Brisbane Organising Committee will finalise the sport program,” he said “What we promise the International Olympic Committee as a state government is we will provide the venues for the sports and then they allocate the sports Having the type of facility like the arena on the Sunshine Coast actually may be more beneficial than just having an indoor centre at Kawana because it may trigger the eye of the International Olympic Committee to do a bigger event on the Sunshine Coast “I’ve had very good discussions with the Kirsty Coventry who is the incoming president-elect of the International Olympic Committee We met on Sunday and she’s very excited by the 2032 Delivery Plan.” Mr Bleijie and Cr Natoli also spoke about the upgrades to the Sunshine Coast Stadium at Bokarina – including increasing the size of the stadium from 1046 to 10,680 permanent seats – and to the Sunshine Coast Mountain Bike Centre at Parklands “(The mayor) already has the shovel ready to turn the first sod,” Mr Bleijie said “I suspect on the Sunshine Coast outdoor stadium what will happen now is the Games Independent Coordination Authority Infrastructure and Planning) and the council will get to work on the procurement We’re going start these as soon as we can “I think the mountain bike one is also ready to go “The quicker we can get this stuff happening “We’ve got a lot of work to do with Walker and the athletes village That’s obviously a bigger project because we’re talking in the billions of dollars.” He said the exact plan for the arena had yet to be determined “It’ll be designed and constructed in a way that has multiple uses it can then be turned into a convention centre it can be chopped in half – the design focus will be that we can get maximum benefit for the Coast,” he said “If it’s a 17,000-seat arena and you need all the capacity it’s going to only be able to host one event at a time they can design in a way that we have maximum benefit for the arena the Olympic and Paralympic Games and then the legacy options after that.” Mr Bleijie said it was unclear how the arena might be tenanted in the long-term but there was a possibility of attracting a national sporting team “Those discussions we have to have with the council bearing in mind that this would be an arena “I wouldn’t want to say that we would give it to one person Bear in mind that we’re looking at a PPP (public private partnership) so we want to make sure that it has maximum exposure and is beneficial for everybody on the Sunshine Coast We’ll work with the council on that.” visitors and workers continue to enjoy the Sunshine Coast and our emerging city centre Sunshine Coast Council is planning to widen and upgrade Sugar Road and Maud Street which together form one of the main routes into Maroochydore the changes and consultation activity to date Council released a draft concept design to upgrade Sugar Road and Maud Street for community and stakeholder feedback in 2023 Division 4 Councillor Joe Natoli said overall with more than 80 per cent of survey respondents indicating support for an upgrade “The community’s ideas and inputs from community consultation informed further investigations by Council resulting in an updated concept design,” Cr Natoli said we’re connecting and engaging with our communities to build a better future for everyone.” Key areas of focus for the updated Sugar Road Maud Street Concept Design include: Pop-up information sessions are taking place this November You are invited to attend if you would like to speak to a project team member The Sugar Road and Maud Street upgrade will be delivered in stages with timing subject to future Council budget deliberations are required over the next 12 months to address current safety concerns and improve traffic flow Council will continue to provide updates to our community as the project progresses You can view the updated concept design and subscribe for future updates Council’s website Walker Corp is continuing its push in South East Queensland A few weeks after its Robina megasite was given fast tracked approval to develop 2,750 homes, Walker Corp has pushed the go button on Sol by Walker, on its large Maroochydore CBD site The developer has filed $220 million plans for a two-tower The towers will share a three-level podium that will home extensive commercial and retail spaces The 6,715 sqm sits on the corner of First Avenue and Future Way. The 19-level towers will be inlign with Habitat Development Group's recently completed The Corso apartment development Walker Corp is proposing 55 one-bedroom apartments The town planning report by Walker Corporation Principal Planner said the proposed diversity of housing stock in the development will provide dwellings at various price points allowing a cross-section of the population with differing demographics and family sizes to move into the development A third of the proposed dwellings comprise three or more bedrooms Plus Architecture said in its design report that Sol in Maroochydore sets a new benchmark for high-quality residential living, serving as a catalyst for future development in the Maroochydore Town Centre "This project seamlessly combines design excellence creating a vibrant and engaging public realm." They said the development goes beyond being a residential building and shaded public spaces that foster community interaction "Awnings along commercial and retail frontages along with integrated street trees and vegetation enhance the pedestrian experience and reflect sub-tropical design considerations Robust materials and thoughtful landscaping ensure the building's longevity allowing it to withstand coastal conditions while remaining aesthetically appealing." Sustainability is at the core of the design with provisions for electric vehicle (EV) charging and vegetated rooftops that reduce the heat island effect and enhance the urban environment They said expansive recreational areas promote community interaction creating a strong sense of belonging among residents the design is inspired by the natural formations of the Sunshine Coast and the Maroochy River with towers oriented to capture stunning views of the ocean and permeable balustrades maximize natural light energy-efficient living spaces that connect residents to their surroundings "By combining timeless design with innovative and sustainable practices, the project is designed to create a development that remains relevant and cherished for generations, setting a new standard for living in Maroochydore There were three pre-lodgement meetings with council before the recent application the South East Queensland population is expected to grow by 2.2 million to almost six million The Sunshine Coast is anticipated to grow by 219,000 people At least 4,000 new homes will be delivered in the Maroochydore City Centre Priority Development Area, a 62-hectare site centrally located in Maroochydore It includes the former Horton Park Golf Course The state Opposition says it is committed to bringing a rail line to Maroochydore within eight years but the state government insists that’s impossible The LNP recently spruiked its dedication to build the full 37.8km rail line from Beerwah to Maroochydore without revealing when they could do it by or how it would be paid for party leader David Crisafulli said the project could be achieved before the Brisbane Olympics and Paralympics we’re committed to making it go all the way through to the Maroochydore CBD by the 2032 Games,” he said “We’re determined to make sure there is legacy infrastructure that comes out of the Olympic and Paralympic Games and there’s no greater legacy play than making sure that people in a fast-growing place like the Sunshine Coast can use a piece of infrastructure to connect with the capital.” The state government has committed to building about half of the line by then said the full track could not be delivered before the Games due to cost and construction complexities outlined in a report in March “The business case makes it clear the entire line to Maroochydore can’t be built by 2032,” he told Sunshine Coast News “A construction program was developed with input from expert industry advisors “Even when staged or built concurrently this program demonstrated that construction of the dual track rail line to Maroochydore would not be feasible prior to 2032.” that the Opposition wanted to have the line built to Maroochydore by 2032 but references to timing have been largely absent since “We are committed to bringing it all the way through and we’ll work with other levels of government to make sure that’s done as best we can,” he said “It does have to occur and it’s something we’re determined to see done by 2032.” An athletes’ village will be at Maroochydore for the Games, while Games events will be held at Kawana, Alexandra Headland and near Nambour Mr Crisafulli said a half-built line would only create problems “To stop it at Caloundra would be a disastrous mistake,” he said “It will turn that part of the Sunshine Coast into a car park and it will mean that people from other parts of the Coast are less likely to use it in the first place,” he said “It’s got to go all the way through to Maroochydore if it’s truly going to be the strategy that’s needed to get people out of their vehicles.” But the Opposition has not detailed how a completed line would be paid for Mr Crisafulli said the LNP would speak to local and federal sectors to get the job done “We’re willing to work with whoever to bring this to fruition,” he said “I do believe there will be a strong desire from federal parliament … there’s a strong desire to invest in these kinds of projects.” Meanwhile, the state government has assured that the first 19km section of the line, from Beerwah to Caloundra, will be built by 2032, with $5.5 billion in state and federal funding. The government has also committed to the planning of the line to Kawana and the protection of the alignment to Maroochydore by 2032 Mr Mellish said it was impossible to build the entire line by then “Delivery of rail between Beerwah and Maroochydore is anticipated to take a decade or more even when working across multiple work fronts at the same time,” he said no sections of the rail corridor would be able to be operationalised before this time.” The business case summary stated that it would cost $5.4 billion to build the track from Beerwah to Caloundra, $8.4 billion to Birtinya and $12 billion to Maroochydore, and there were several cost and construction constraints. “The business case recommends that the project be built in stages for multiple reasons workforce and skills capacity in Queensland and construction impacts,” Mr Mellish has said previously building between Caloundra and Birtinya is very complex for engineers as it will include building a tunnel (at Little Mountain) and a number of bridge structures.” The summary also stated that the stretch between Birtinya and Maroochydore posed challenges “Construction of the corridor carries the highest construction risks due to the presence of significant utilities (power construction adjacent to the Mooloolah River National Park and landfill at Mountain Creek and interaction with the Sunshine Motorway,” it stated A spokesperson for the federal Department of Infrastructure said the federal government was committed to co-funding Stage 1 to Caloundra and any possible future funding would be subject to examination “We will continue to work with the Queensland government to deliver priority land transport infrastructure including considering new priorities in context of future business case and budget processes,” they said Premier Stephen Miles has previously hailed the Direct Sunshine Coast Rail Line which will include several stations and high-speed trains “A direct rail connection to the Sunshine Coast will unlock thousands of homes in the growing Sunshine Coast region and accelerate the release of new A TMR spokesperson said travel on the line will be “significantly faster than trips in a private vehicle (in peak hours) and more reliable” with connections to an enhanced bus network The developer of a proposed 13-storey hotel and mixed-used development on the Sunshine Coast is moving into position to make use of a pre-Olympic temporary height relaxation An application by Felix Capital to build 153 units plus restaurants a function room and nine residential units on a site on Ocean Street has been put on hold pending ministerial approval of a Temporary Local Planning Instrument The TLPI, which was passed by the Sunshine Coast Council on November 21, offers a height relaxation of up to seven metres, as well as parking relaxations, for luxury hotels built in certain strategic locations on the Coast in the lead-up to the 2032 Olympics. The application for the Ocean Street hotel, which at 47 metres will be seven metres higher than allowed under the planning scheme, was lodged 10 days before the council approved the TLPI, but after other elements of a hotel incentive package were passed at a previous meeting. A planning report submitted with the voco hotel application refers to a seven-metre height relaxation that would be offered by the TLPI. “Once adopted, the proposed development will comply in full with the local government planning provisions for building height on the subject site (47 metres high permitted onsite under the TLPI),” the report says. Town planners acting for Felix Capital put a “stop” on the application on December 4, pausing the council’s application assessment process for up to 130 days. Felix Capital director Michael Maroun confirmed the firm was waiting to see if the Planning Minister, Jarrod Bleijie, would approve the council’s TLPI. “The reason we stopped it is because the TLPI now got approved (by the council) and is awaiting the State Minister to sign it off,” he said. “Once he does that we are then going to relodge it as code assessable, this way it is all compliant. Just a planning thing.” The shift from impact assessable to code assessable would mean the application would not need to go through a public notification period and be open to formal submissions. Division 8 councillor Taylor Bunnag highlighted the difference between code and impact assessable applications to fellow councillors at the November 21 council meeting, with a question comparing a hotel application lodged under the TLPI with one lodged under the planning scheme. “We’ve got two potential developments across the road from each other. One would be code assessable, in that you wouldn’t be able to have any appeal rights as a resident, and then across the road one would be impact accessible and you would be able to have your appeal rights and have your say formally. Is that an accurate description of what the situation might be like?” he asked of planning amendment coordinator Roma Stevenson. Cr Bunnag, speaking against the TLPI, said it was important that residents could have a say on developments that had an impact on the character and amenity of the area. “For me, that’s the kicker. Giving people not only the opportunity to have their say or to exercise their appeal rights on developments in their area is of critical importance to my community and a principle I’ll be upholding,” he said. The Organisation Sunshine Coast Association of Residents has written to the Planning Minister requesting he refuse TLPI, saying it does not align with Section 23 of the Planning Act because there is no urgent or emerging need for upscale hotels. Under Section 23, a TLPI can be made if there is a risk of serious adverse cultural, economic, environmental and social conditions, and a delay in amending the planning scheme would increase the risk, and it would not adversely affect state interests. OSCAR argues that the council has had time to deal with any need for upscale hotels during the past three years and “any suggestion that delays involved in amending the PS would increase the risk is limited, given no hotel incentive package action was undertaken during the last two amendment processes which have been implemented”. 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for a 6715sq m site on the corner of First Avenue and South Sea Islander Way.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWalker Corporation has lodged its development application for Sol with Economic Development Queensland the planning authority for the Maroochydore City Centre priority development area.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConstruction—estimated at $220 million plus GST—is targeted to begin as early as the second quarter of 2025 pending assessment timeframes.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is proposed to be developed in three stages.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to a planning report the Plus Architecture-designed scheme would set a new development benchmark for the evolving Maroochydore City Centre.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“This development is envisioned as the impetus for future growth and sub-tropical living standards,” it said this proposal aims to create a vibrant and engaging public realm.”\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLandscaped rooftop terraces—including a pool deck—capping the towers as well as greenery throughout the podium facade and public plaza are planned to “soften the urban environment and reduce the heat island effect”.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOverall the two towers would accommodate 112 and 139 homes—55 one-bedroom with a variety of apartment layouts and flexible multi-purpose rooms catering to different lifestyles and family structures,” an urban design report said.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the next 25 years the Sunshine Coast’s population is expected to to grow by 219,000 people At least 4000 new homes will be delivered in the Maroochydore City Centre Priority Development Area.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to the documents Sol’s design is “inspired by the natural coastal formations of the Sunshine Coast and the flowing lines of the Maroochy River”. the documents said.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKey elements include full-height glazing and permeable balustrades that “work together to maximize natural light and shading—principles that are essential in sub-tropical climates”.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eParking would be provided for 382 cars and 251 bicycles across the ground and podium levels the proposed development would have provisions for electric vehicle charging stations.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAcross the road construction is under way on Walker Corporation’s $90-million 15-level 50 First Avenue office tower—the first commercial tower to be delivered in the \u003ca data-mce-href=\"Maroochydore%20City%20Centre\" href=\"Maroochydore%20City%20Centre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMaroochydore City Centre \u003c/a\u003eprecinct.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnd nearby builder-developer Habitat Development Group has recently \u003ca data-mce-href=\"https://www.theurbandeveloper.com/articles/plans-for-13-storey-tower-filed-for-sunshine-coast\" href=\"https://www.theurbandeveloper.com/articles/plans-for-13-storey-tower-filed-for-sunshine-coast\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ecompleted construction of The Corso\u003c/a\u003e Lendlease’s third residential building in the Collins Wharf precinct of Victoria Harbour.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 28-storey building at 971 Collins Street in Melbourne’s Docklands will deliver 312 homes in a mix of one two and three-bedroom apartments as well as townhouses and penthouses.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to Lendlease the project has already secured more than 50 per cent in presales.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHickory is the construction contractor—it completed the precinct’s first development in 2019 and is also working on LendLease’s second tower Regatta.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor Ancora Hickory is implementing several technical construction methods including various piling techniques and precast concrete solutions that enable a parallel-track construction program.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe building’s facade designed by architect Warren and Mahoney uses a three-stage design incorporating double-glazed glass and textured precast concrete with Reckli and brick finishes.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe structural design transitions from a solid podium base to lighter upper levels “reflecting a maritime theme” aligned with the Collins Wharf design objectives.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAncora will connect to the neighbouring Regatta development via a podium allowing resident access to shared amenities.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an all-electric building that includes electric vehicle infrastructure the development is targeting a 5 Star Green Star certification Completion is expected in 2027.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegatta including build-to-rent and build-to-sell units.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eExtensive wharf works including remediation of pre-existing wharf piles installation of raker piles and construction of the extension to Australia Walk are also part of the project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTechnical challenges include constructing on the finger wharf and co-ordinating extensive above-wharf road reserve and public parkland works.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Collins Wharf precinct will ultimately comprise six residential buildings of more than 1800 homes surrounded by over 5000sq m of parks and community space.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease is developing the parkland concurrently with the residential components including the extension of Australian Walk that forms part of the City of Melbourne’s Greenline project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease executive director of development Adam Williams said Collins Wharf “is fast becoming a sought-after address .. which took just a handful of hours to emerge on Saturday night the Coalition’s failure to sway voters has come under intense scrutiny.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts lack of policies around property that resonated with voters has been a large part of that criticism.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmong those policies was a $5-billion infrastructure program to unlock up to 500,000 new homes was greeted with no small amount of scepticism.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Coalition also campaigned on its previously revealed plan to allow first home buyers to draw down on their superannuation giving access to up to $50,000 to help fund mortgage deposits.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile that proposal had won some support it got the thumbs down from many of Australia’s top economists who said the measure could prove highly inflationary among other issues.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSimilarly its plan to allow mortgage interest for first home buyers to be tax-deductible was roundly criticised for its likely inflationary and regressive effects.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has also been pointed out that the Coalition’s rejection of the Green’s policies around housing supply affordable housing and help for renters did it no favours.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ALP went to the polls spruiking an extension of schemes introduced during its previous term including a $10-billion promise for its first-home buyers’ scheme to encourage 100,000 more homes.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt also had its Help to Buy shared equity scheme under which the Government pays up to 40 per cent of the house price to point to.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf it was these policies per se or the lack of detail and depth to the Coalition’s the nation's ready for the Albanese government to act.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat is clear been endorsed to follow through on its policies and fix the crisis that is crippling the Australian property sector.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs Urban Taskforce Australia chief executive\u0026nbsp;Tom\u0026nbsp;Forrest has pointed out it is time for the Federal Government to get back to work.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Housing affordability and housing supply featured large during the campaign,” Forrest said.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The key now is for the Government to strike while the iron’s hot.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“If legislation is needed to support the delivery of Labor’s $10-billion 100,000 new homes commitment—then pass it through the parliament now and get on with it.”\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe states have made many changes to how they enable home development The Federal Government’s support of that is crucial to its success material supply assistance or any other factor that affects getting homes out of the ground.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis has been a pivotal election Then Cities for Total Fan Immersion\",\"slug\":\"billionaire-arsenal-rams-denver-nuggets-sports-anchored-precincts\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-04-30T00:00+10:00\",\"tags\":[],\"summary\":\"Why your next home might be stadium-adjacent; sports are the hook The proposal comprises two 19-storey towers accommodating 251 apartments and townhouses with a shared three-level podium retail and office space spanning 2162sq m is to be integrated into the lower levels of the development—including a public plaza and separate three-storey commercial building the development is earmarked for a 6715sq m site on the corner of First Avenue and South Sea Islander Way Walker Corporation has lodged its development application for Sol with Economic Development Queensland the planning authority for the Maroochydore City Centre priority development area Construction—estimated at $220 million plus GST—is targeted to begin as early as the second quarter of 2025 It is proposed to be developed in three stages the Plus Architecture-designed scheme would set a new development benchmark for the evolving Maroochydore City Centre “This development is envisioned as the impetus for future growth this proposal aims to create a vibrant and engaging public realm.” Landscaped rooftop terraces—including a pool deck—capping the towers as well as greenery throughout the podium facade and public plaza are planned to “soften the urban environment and reduce the heat island effect” 111 two-bedroom and 10 three and four-bedroom penthouse apartments plus 75 three-bedroom townhouses “Diversity in housing options and recreational spaces is central to the project with a variety of apartment layouts and flexible multi-purpose rooms catering to different lifestyles and family structures,” an urban design report said At least 4000 new homes will be delivered in the Maroochydore City Centre Priority Development Area and shading—principles that are essential in sub-tropical climates” Parking would be provided for 382 cars and 251 bicycles across the ground and podium levels the proposed development would have provisions for electric vehicle charging stations Across the road, construction is under way on Walker Corporation’s $90-million, 15-level 50 First Avenue office tower—the first commercial tower to be delivered in the Maroochydore City Centre precinct And nearby, builder-developer Habitat Development Group has recently completed construction of The Corso a residential development comprising two towers of 15 and 9 storeys with 158 two and three-bedroom apartments.