Flooding from ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred forced Queensland Fire and Rescue, swiftwater rescue teams, and firefighters to respond to more than 150 water incidents,including rescues and evacuations across the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, andIpswich.As the clean-up effort progresses, insurance claims are rising. The InsuranceCouncil of Australia (ICA) reports that insurers have received more than 22,000claims from policyholders…
A local Pomona man who pulled his winning lottery numbers “straight from a hat” isnow set to receive $20,000 monthly for the next two decades. While in the sameweek across the globe, a bizarre case unfolds involving French thieves whounwittingly purchased a winning ticket with a stolen credit card.The Pomona resident, who has chosen to…
Noosa Council has approved a landmark social housing development in Cooroy,transforming council land into a 25-unit architect-designed complex at 62 LakeMacdonald Drive, though the decision has revealed divisions within councilchambers.The project, to be delivered by community housing provider Coast2Bay, representsthe shire’s largest-ever investment in social housing and a crucial step in addressingthe region’s housing crisis.Mayor…
Jandamarra Cadd’s art is a powerful blend of storytelling, culture and healing.Through his vibrant, expressive paintings, he brings to life the deep spiritual andemotional connection of First Nations people, making an impact that reaches farbeyond the artwork. He is a proud Yorta Yorta and Dja Dja Wurrung descendant,inspirational speaker and acclaimed artist. The local artist…
Noosa & District Landcare Group is implementing comprehensive security measuresfollowing a series of targeted vehicle thefts and attempted break-ins at their Pomonafacilities, with police investigations reportedly close to a breakthrough.Phillip Moran, the general manager of Noosa & District Landcare Group (PavilionStreet, Pomona) and the Hinterhub in Station Street, Pomona, revealed that despitethe organisation’s 33-year history…
Seqwater Hosts Community Sessions for Lake Macdonald Dam Upgrade Seqwater is running community information sessions for the Lake Macdonald Dam Improvement Project as preparation ramps up for major construction works starting this year. The sessions began in late January and will continue until 15 February. The project, part of Seqwater’s broader Dam Improvement Program, aims…
Noosa Council is set to make key adjustments to its Go Noosa Holidays program following the state government’s decision to make 50-cent public transport fares permanent. Director of Infrastructure Services, Shaun Walsh, said the changes, endorsed at the 20 January General Committee Meeting, will redirect funding from the council-subsidised free holiday bus services to new…
The Pomona Cooroy and District Club has been left reeling after a series ofvandalism incidents that have caused damage to their facilities. Club vice president Aaron Davis is urging the community to help protect one of the Sunshine Coast’soldest but smallest clubs. “Recent vandalism involved a group who decided to take it upon themselves to…
The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) recently announced that by 10 September 2025, possession of diazinon, a once widely used pesticide for livestock and crop protection, will be illegal in Australia for many current uses. This decision has stirred both relief and concern in agricultural circles, especially as diazinon has been a key…
As the yuletide season approaches, households face a festive dilemma: real or artificial Christmas tree? Each option has passionate supporters, with the choice often coming down to tradition, environmental impact, convenience, and cost. While some say nothing can replace the scent and feel of a real tree, others argue for the longevity and ease of…
