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How our seafood is soaring to new heights
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From succulent prawns to premium spanner crabs, the Sunshine Coast is making waves in the international seafood market!
As part of a pilot trade mission led by Sunshine Coast Council and Trade and Investment Queensland, four premium local exporters - Walkers Seafood, Fraser Isle Spanner Crab, Silver Sea Seafood and San Antone Food Group - took their passion and products to Singapore.
The trade mission highlighted the exceptional quality of local seafood and shined a spotlight on the industry’s commitment to innovation, sustainability and delivering first-class products.
A huge shoutout to our seafood stars and the fishers and small businesses behind them for your amazing work putting Sunshine Coast seafood on the culinary map!
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Hot rods, horse racing and homegrown on Show
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Two big events will roll and ride into Caloundra and Maleny over the last weekend in May.
May 30 is scheduled as the official Show Day for Caloundra and surrounding areas, and families are expected to flock to The Maleny Show for side show alley and showbags, whilst others will frock up trackside at the Ladies Day Oaks at Sunshine Coast Turf Club.
Meanwhile more than 650 classic and custom cars with roll into the heart of Caloundra for Downunder Beachfest from May 28 to June 1. Downunder Beachfest has become an annual spectacle in Caloundra that celebrates hot rod, custom and classic motor vehicles and the rock n roll lifestyle.
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Ready, set, GO! Sunshine Coast Council and community partners have launched the 2025 Buy Local Day campaign.
Businesses have just seven weeks to prepare and plan leading up to Buy Local Day on Saturday 28 June.
Of course every day is a great day to buy local, however Buy Local Day is an opportunity for Sunshine Coast businesses to connect with the community and promote the importance of buying local.
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Sunshine Coast Music Awards finalists
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Big congratulations to all of the finalists for the first-ever Sunshine Coast Music Awards!
To be held on June 1 at The Station, Birtinya, the event will showcase the incredible depth of our region’s diverse musical talent and shine a spotlight on our best and brightest crop of musicians, and the industry as a whole.
The awards are made possible by the Sunshine Coast Music Industry Collective with support of its partners including Council.
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Business support for Mooloolaba Foreshore Revitalisation
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With the contract now awarded, we’re reaching out to keep businesses informed and supported ahead of works starting on revitalising Mooloolaba’s foreshore from mid-July.
We expect to share more details in our next update and invite any impacted businesses to request a walk through these details, by emailing us at mfr@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.
Construction can bring challenges, and we want to ensure your business is well-equipped to navigate this period.
We have compiled some tools and resources for you on the Business Support webpage and we will continue to add to it, as resources are needed.
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Did you know you can now park for 4-hours free at the PARKnGO Mooloolaba Central.
There's 700 parking spaces, 54 motorcycle spaces and 50 bicycle spaces in the heart of Mooloolaba on the corner of Smith Street and First Avenue.
This initiative is part of the Mooloolaba Business Activation Plan – developed as a collaboration between the Mooloolaba businesses community and Council to drive activation, consumer expenditure and business support throughout Stage 2 of the Moooloolaba Foreshore Revitalisation Project.
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Space to Sea Accelerator Program
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Sunshine Coast Council is proud to support the next wave of innovation through the Space to Sea Accelerator program!
In partnership with UniSC and the Queensland Government, this initiative is accelerating innovation from the ocean floor to outer space — right here in our Sunshine Coast Biosphere
Eight visionary companies will receive support to develop cutting-edge solutions in geospatial intelligence, AI, robotics and environmental monitoring.
Congratulations to QL Space, 4Zero Technologies, Myriad Autonomy, V2i, Carbon Asset Solutions, Mulga DC, Office of Planetary Observations and Space Focus Australia.
We can’t wait to see your impact!
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Antler’s 14th Australian startup residency
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Applications are now open for Antler’s 14th Australian startup residency.
Antler’s 10-week in-person residency helps you validate your idea, build your MVP with a co-founder, and hone your pitch before you raise.
They have helped build +150 companies in Australia to date.
Successful founders get $260K investment from a global VC, follow-on funding opportunities, offshore capital pathways, access to an international network of advisors and mentors.
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June: Risk Assessment and Business Impact Analysis
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Welcome to the Resilient Business Series, this month we’re focusing on Risk Assessment—the foundation of a strong business continuity plan and conducting a Business Impact Analysis.
Identifying and understanding the risks to your business is the first step to safeguarding its future.
Whether it’s a natural disaster, cyberattack, or supply chain disruption, knowing what could go wrong helps you plan ahead and minimise potential impacts.
Ready to get started?
Take the time in June to:
Identify potential risks specific to your business.
Assess the likelihood and impact of each risk.
Develop strategies to prevent or respond to these risks.
Stay tuned for July's focus: Data and Cyber Security.
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Big Partners for Small Business
May 28
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Is your business ready to supply to major projects?
Find out more about the landmark public transport projects that will be delivered in the Sunshine Coast region until 2032.
These projects, including The Wave and the Beerburrum to Nambour Rail Upgrade (Stage 1), will transform the way that people travel within the region and between the Sunshine Coast, Moreton Bay and Brisbane.
This is your opportunity to learn more about the upcoming program of works in the Sunshine Coast region and to connect with a network of local businesses and contractors who are interested in contributing to the delivery of this exciting program.
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Circular by Design: Engineering Products for Reuse and Disassembly
May 30
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This free webinar explores how engineering products for longevity, repair, modularity and material recovery is becoming a competitive advantage.
Presented by Boomerang Labs who support innovation and circular economy by helping entrepreneurs and small business grow with sustainable, circular systems and solutions.
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MEFSC Lean Workshop 1 Leading the Change
June 4
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This is the first of two upcoming workshops delivered by Manufacturing Excellence Forum and supported by Sunshine Coast Council.
Empower your team to unlock the full potential of Lean Manufacturing principles and drive profitable growth in your business.
These highly interactive sessions are designed to engage leaders and operational teams in meaningful discussions, practical simulations, and small group breakout activities that will result in immediate, actionable takeaways.
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MEFSC Lean Workshop 2 Creating the Change
June 11
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The second workshop delivered by Manufacturing Excellence Forum and supported by Sunshine Coast Council is a full day session is designed to help operational leaders understand how to successfully implement Lean principles and drive improvement within their teams.
Participants will engage in a practical simulation demonstrating the undeniable value of Lean, followed by small group breakout sessions to solidify their learning. Attendees will leave with clear, actionable steps to take back to their teams and a comprehensive library of resources to guide their Lean journey.
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"Homegrown" Industry & Sustainability Event
June 12
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Study Sunshine Coast and the Sunshine Coast Young Chamber of Commerce are proud to present Homegrown, an industry & Sustainability event designed to connect students with local young entrepreneurs and purpose-driven professionals across the region.
Homegrown is a celebration of local innovation, sustainability and the power of youth-led impact. Hear authentic stories from emerging and established leaders who are creating meaningful change through business, creativity, and community action.
Whether you're a student exploring career pathways, an aspiring entrepreneur, or simply passionate about sustainability—this is your chance to connect, be inspired, and discover what's possible when local roots grow into global impact.
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Junior Rugby Championships
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Australia's next generation of rugby stars will light up Queensland's south-east as part of a historic new tournament backed by Rugby Australia (Play Rugby) and Australian Schools Rugby Union.
Around 50 junior representatives sides from across every state and territory will converge on the Sunshine Coast for the inaugural Australian Schools and Juniors Rugby Union (ASJRU) Championships in July.
Hosted at Sunshine Coast Stadium and Kawana Sports Precinct, the 2025 ASJRU Championships will attract the nation's top talent for a week of elite junior competition. The XVs tournament will run from July 7-10 with the 7s tournament held July 11-13.
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Second Course of events released for
The Curated Plate
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Following a sneak peek last month, which saw early ticket releases snapped up, more than 60 events have now been revealed, spanning from the lush hinterland to the sparkling coastline.
Running from July 25 to August 3, The Curated Plate promises ten days of unforgettable food adventures, including sunrise picnics, luxurious long lunches and vibrant dining experiences.
Buying tickets supports our local producers, talented chefs and locally owned restaurants and venues that want to thrive, not just survive.
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May 24-June 1 | Surfing Queensland Series | Coolum Beach/ Yaroomba/ Currimundi/ Moffat Beach
May 25-30 | Sunshine Coast Golf Classics – Autumn 2025 | Pelican Waters Golf Club/ Palmer Resort/ Maroochy River Golf Club/ Twin Waters Golf Club
May 28-June1 | Downunder Beachfest | Caloundra
June 6-8 | Sunny 80 Quad Crown Mountain Bike Adventure 2025 | Parklands/Sugar Bag Road/Landsborough
June 13-15 | Queensland Oztag Super Series | Sunshine Coast Stadium
June 14-15 | Surfing Queensland Series - Queensland Junior Titles 2025 | Coolum Beach/ Yaroomba/ Currimundi/ Moffat Beach
June 19 | Under 19 State of Origin 2025 | Sunshine Coast Stadium
June 21-25 | WinterFest 2025 | Maroochydore Football Club
June 27-29 | Football Queensland Junior Cup 2025 | Maroochydore Football Club
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