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Partners join Biosphere to help forge sustainable future
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Welcome and congratulations to the first official partners of the Sunshine Coast Biosphere:
These are major regional entities who are contributing to a better Sunshine Coast for current and future generations. Mayor Rosanna Natoli was on hand to welcome the partners and said the partnerships support sustainable industries, boost our local economy and create opportunities for growth, while preserving our environment for future generations.
The Sunshine Coast Biosphere was designated in June 2022, internationally recognising our region as a member of the World Network of Biosphere Reserves by UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation).
Bringing partners to our Biosphere helps to recognise that we are all part of something much bigger, and we all have a collective role to play in caring for our Sunshine Coast.
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LAST CHANCE: Innovation Hub in Maroochydore Survey
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Sunshine Coast Council is working with Lucid Economics to further understand the key capabilities required within a proposed Sunshine Coast Innovation Hub in the Maroochydore City Centre.
The Hub was a key project identified as an advocacy priority for the region, stemming from the Sunshine Coast Innovation Mapping Project and the Sunshine Coast Regional Economic Development Strategy (2023 refresh).
We invite you to complete this short demand survey which will gather more detail about the service requirements that will inform the operation of the hub.
The survey should take around 10 minutes to complete and closes TODAY (Feb 20).
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Federal support crucial for Sunshine Coast growth
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With the Federal election approaching, Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli is urging political parties to support crucial funding and policy initiatives for our region.
Council's priorities include enhancing transport solutions, such as extending the rail line to Maroochydore and upgrading the Mooloolah River Interchange.
Furthermore, Council is seeking $27.5 million to deliver significant innovation outcomes and $5.2 million to support the advancement of manufacturing in the region. These initiatives aim to maintain the region's liveability and support its economic growth.
She also called for urgent action on affordable housing and fairer funding for councils. The Council is also focused on climate change challenges, advocating for continued and increased funding for coastal protection. These initiatives aim to maintain the region's liveability and support its economic growth.
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How SMEs can turn compliance into competitive advantage
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Mandatory sustainability reporting has now come into effect for Australia’s largest companies. This new policy will lead to more transparency in supply chain emissions which creates challenges and opportunities for all businesses.
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PCB Connect: AIDN and MEFSC Members Monthly Meeting and Networking Event
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This special event is dedicated to advancing Australia’s sovereign manufacturing excellence, to set a course for future growth and underpin future industry opportunities hosted by Regional Development Australia Moreton Bay and Sunshine Coast and proudly supported by the Australian Industry & Defence Network (AIDN) and the Manufacturing Excellence Forum Sunshine Coast (MEFSC).
A fantastic opportunity to expand your network, connect with key industry players, and be part of the growing conversation around Australia's electronics and PCB manufacturing capabilities. PCB Connect is a full-day event dedicated to showcasing the incredible capabilities of Australia’s electronics manufacturers and the advanced technology businesses that rely on them. See below for two event options:
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Beyond the showcase, the event will focus on shaping a national strategy for the sovereign production of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) and will include an opportunity to attend AIDN’s microcredential course focused on defence priorities. It is a MUST–know for those interested in entering the Defence industry. This event is ideal for:
✔ Manufacturers – directly or indirectly working with electronics and part of the manufacturing supply chain affected by electronics supply chain issues.
✔ Professionals in Aerospace & Defence – looking to expand networks and industry insights
✔ Businesses exploring opportunities in Defence – including those new to the sector
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If a full day out isn't possible, come along to PCB Connect: After Hours (4-7pm) – a networking event in collaboration with AIDN at the Air Museum in Caloundra.
At the After Hours session, you’ll:
✔Hear key takeaways from the full-day event and be part of the initiative to establish a PCB manufacturing facility in our region
✔Connect with industry professionals over a drink
✔ Learn about local success stories in electronics manufacturing and supplying to defence
✔ Explore exhibitor displays and industry innovations
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CSIRO’s R&D Funding program
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The CSIRO Kick-Start is an initiative for innovative Australian start-ups that provides funding and access to CSIRO's research expertise and capabilities.
Businesses can apply for $10-50K in funding vouchers for R&D activities relevant to the industries they work with.
Eligible R&D activities include research into a new idea with commercial potential, development of a novel or improved product or process and testing of a novel product, developed by the company, to inform research and development activities.
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Coast centre to protect health sector
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In a huge win for the Sunshine Coast region, local not-for-profit organisation CI-ISAC Australia has secured $6.4 million to help safeguard the nation’s health sector from cyber threats.
CI-ISAC Australia established their virtual headquarters on the Sunshine Coast two years ago and provide cyber threat intelligence to organisations across Australia’s 11 critical infrastructure sectors, including healthcare.
This funding will support the creation of the Health Cyber Sharing Network, helping healthcare providers share intelligence and strengthen their defences against cyber-attacks.
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We’re encouraging the Sunshine Coast community to get to know your neighbours, teammates and work colleagues to foster understanding and unity. Council has launched the second phase of its Shine a Light on Racism campaign. Ten Sunshine Coast locals are helping to champion the campaign and spread the message that everyone is welcome here on the Sunshine Coast.
We are asking our community, businesses and sporting clubs to commit to fighting racism in all forms, to educate themselves and others and Do The Work to contribute towards ending racism in our communities. If you’re not sure where to start or what to say, why not start a conversation with ‘G’Day’.
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The Sunshine Coast is calling for its next group of enthusiastic students to step into the role of Study Sunshine Coast Student Ambassadors for 2025.
This unique program supported by Sunshine Coast Council, Study Sunshine Coast and Study Queensland, offers students the chance to experience the very best of what the region has to offer while promoting it as an exceptional destination for international and domestic students. As a Study Sunshine Coast Student Ambassador, participants will showcase the region’s vibrant lifestyle, world-class education opportunities and strong industry connections. Applications close February 20.
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Seasons of the Dev
March - May
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Game on, Sunshine Coast. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a budding games developer, Season of the Dev is here to connect and grow our local games scene. From March to May 2025, a number of events will bring together our Sunshine Coast games development community for informative workshops, networking events, a community day and an exhilarating 3-day Game Jam. All events are free or low cost, but have limited capacity. Screen Queensland’s Sunshine Coast Season of the Dev is funded by Jobs Queensland and proudly supported by the Queensland Government, delivered in partnership with Essential Screen Skills.
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Harmony Day - Business challenge
March 21
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The Chinese Association, Health, Wellness & Table Tennis, and Sunshine Coast Table Tennis have been supported by the Council to hold a Harmony Day inclusive event at the Coast’s most anticipated venue- The Station, Birtinya. Join the Coast’s first Table Tennis Business Challenge, and claim your place to battle for business bragging rights. There will be fun, drinks and fierce competition from 4pm warm up for a 5pm start.
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This inaugural event will bring together industry leaders, professionals, and enthusiasts to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and solutions in cybersecurity. To facilitate networking opportunities among cybersecurity professionals. To promote the Sunshine Coast as a hub for cybersecurity innovation and education. Council support both the Sunshine Coast Cybersecurity Network and SCTechIA who are key stakeholders in delivering this event being held at UniSC, Sippy Downs.
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March 7-9
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Ride smart, park free: choose a new way to travel to Mooloolaba for the day
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90% entries sold, and likely to sell out, the Mooloolaba Tri will be held March 8-9
With a number of changed traffic conditions in place around Mooloolaba for the event, Council’s ThinkChange program BikePark located at Charles Clark Park will offer FREE and secure bike and scooter parking. The service runs over the weekend from 5am-1.00pm on Saturday and 5am-3.30pm on Sunday. This is a healthy and sustainable travel option for event visitors and supporters, as well as workers and volunteers on race days. Pre-registration for the BikePark is available.
Local businesses and residents should have received the public event notice, which informs about changed traffic conditions, waste collections services, the free event shuttle and event parking.
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In the first week the event had sold 2,500 tickets showing appetite for basketball content on the Sunshine Coast and fuelling our desire to attract more large scale events.
The debut event, pitting Australia against New Zealand in an electrifying new series will see the Boomers take on the Tall Blacks whilst the Seven Consulting Opals will go up against the 2degrees Tall Ferns across three games in both countries.
The series will see Australia and New Zealand’s national basketball sides descend on Adelaide on Wednesday, May 7, before heading northeast to the Sunshine Coast on Friday, May 9 culminating in the final game across the Tasman in Kirikiriroa (Hamilton) on Sunday, May 11.
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Single-lap course cements one of Australia’s favourite marathons
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Marking its 13th year, the marathon festival will have an exciting new twist - a single-lap marathon course. This major update is designed to elevate the race day experience for runners, cementing the event’s standing as one of Australia’s favourite marathon events.
Held on Sunday, August 3, the marathon will start and finish at Alexandra Headland and take runners along a predominantly flat, fast, coastal route through Twin Waters and Mudjimba, crossing the Sunshine Motorway Bridge twice for panoramic water views.
Council and Atlas Events will continue to work closely with local businesses and residents to help prepare for this event in August, recognising that it will be a new experience for many people in Twin Waters and Mudjimba.
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