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Australia’s EV Market Powers Ahead

Australia’s electric vehicle (EV) market continues to surge, with new models, growing consumer interest, and strong performances from leading brands driving record sales.

13 Oct
Tesla Model y in a showroom - editorial use only

Free action-packed Emergency Expo returns

This year’s free, family friendly Expo will be held on Sunday October 19 from 10am to 2pm, at Lake Kawana, Bokarina, in front of the Sunshine Coast Stadium.

13 Oct
Jaws of life demonstration

October tips for Sunshine Coast gardeners

Discover expert October gardening tips for Sunshine Coast gardens from Anne Gibson, The Micro Gardener. Learn how to manage pests, protect crops, and prepare for sprummer.

13 Oct
Australian adult male Striated Pardalote perched thick bush meal in its beak

No more scorched lettuce

Placement and planting the right variety can make a huge difference to the yield and quality of your crops. Find out which ones get the Micro Gardener tick of approval.

13 Oct
Lettuce Lactuca sativa, also called garden lettuce and looseleaf lettuce, grows as a low rosette of tender green leaves with brown sunburn and wilt spots, rooted in cultivated garden soil

Tropical cyclone: Know your weather, know your risk

The Bureau of Meteorology's annual public safety initiative is designed to raise awareness about severe weather helping Australians prepare for natural hazards.

12 Oct
Satellite image of a cyclone

Heatwave: Know your weather, know your risk

The Bureau of Meteorology's annual public safety initiative is designed to raise awareness about severe weather helping Australians prepare for natural hazards.

05 Oct
construction worker sitting in the shade drinking water

Severe thunderstorms: Know your weather, know your risk

The Bureau of Meteorology's annual public safety initiative is designed to raise awareness about severe weather helping Australians prepare for natural hazards.

28 Sept
lightning flash in the sky during a thunderstorm

Open House walks, talks and tours

Explore Open House Sunshine Coast events including walking tours, ask an architect, urban sketching and more 10-19 October.

22 Sept
ask an architect session. image shows architects sitting at tables discussing plans with members of the public.

Open House weekend, Sunshine Coast 2025

The program has been announced for the region's architecture and design festival 19-20 October

22 Sept
Kite House, one of the homes available to view during Open House

What materials are right for your build?

Your guide to choosing walls and structure that suit the Sunshine Coast climate and your budget.

22 Sept
Modern house, architecturally designed, square shape

Flood: Know your weather, know your risk

The Bureau of Meteorology's annual public safety initiative is designed to raise awareness about severe weather helping Australians prepare for natural hazards.

21 Sept
A flooded road with someone kayaking through the water

September gardening

Find out what to plant this month and which garden tasks need your attention.

19 Sept
A lady in her garden prepping her veggie patch

Bushfire: Know your weather, know your risk

The Bureau of Meteorology's annual public safety initiative is designed to raise awareness about severe weather helping Australians prepare for natural hazards.

15 Sept
Bushfire

Guided botanic gardens walk

Take a relaxing guided walk and discover all that the Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Garden has to offer.

15 Sept
Botanic Gardens

Unbee-lievable local expert joins our crew

Ian Driver is the owner of Sunshine Coast family business 'A Green Soul Native Bees' and has kindly agreed to come on board and share his wisdom with you Living Smart legends.

08 Sept
Ian Driver holding up a bee hive

Platypus demonstration and citizen science launch

Join ECOllaboration for Platypus spotting, habitat info and the launch of the PlatyTracker.

01 Sept
Platypus swimming

Backing onto bush

Learn about fire ecology and what keeps the bush healthy in this half-day session for peri-urban and rural residential landholders

01 Sept
Backing onto bush promotional image

Learn how to plant a native garden

Free event where you'll hear from the experts, enjoy guided walks, learn how to attract pollinators and more.

01 Sept
Botanic Gardens centre

How to clean your own solar panels

Cleaning your solar panels ensures they operate at peak efficiency. Find out how to do it yourself.

01 Sept
solar panels on a single storey house

Native Beekeeping 101 workshop with live bees

This popular workshop covers native Australian stingless bees and solitary bees.

25 Aug
A spiral shaped beehive with native Australian bees.

How 3D printing can save you money

Most have heard of it, but few know how to harness its power to replace everyday broken parts. Whether you're in the market for a 3D printer or want to find a printing service, our handy guide should help you on your way.

18 Aug
3D printer

Upcycle an old lampshade with your favourite fabric

Whether it's an old doona, a favourite t-shirt or a lovely piece of fabric, check out our step-by-step guide to turning it into a bespoke lampshade.

11 Aug
t-shirt, scissors and tape measure

Grow your own cocktail garden

Whatever your summer tipple, you'll enjoy it all the more when all you have to do is pick the ingredients from your own cocktail garden.

11 Aug
people enjoying cocktails on a sunny day

Celebrate Spring at the Sunshine Coast Wildflower Festival! 

Enjoy the stunning native wildflowers of our region at the Sunshine Coast Wildflower Festival, Saturday 16 August to Sunday 31 August 2025. 

11 Aug
Sunshine Coast wildflowers

A local government partnership initiative

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