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Part 1: Your guide to a stress-free Christmas
Prep like a pro with part 1 of our 4-week festive planner. Make ahead hacks, menu plans and recipes so when the big day comes you can stress less and enjoy more.
Transformations: Art of the Scott Sisters Exhibition
Last week to view this stunning watercolour exhibition that celebrates Sunshine Coast wildflowers.
Christmas settings - Table Decorations
Turn your table into a decorative feast for your eyes with these easy to find and simple to make household and garden items.
Seeds of Hope community planting
Join the Seeds of Hope community planting event at Buddina.
Holiday-proof your garden: summer watering
Planning a Christmas getaway? If you want to prevent your lettuce looking like a limp rag, remember the three P's, pavlova, presents, plants.
Sustainable Home Design
Free Online Course
NatureWatch Sunshine Coast
Register to take part in ongoing citizen science projects
Solar panel upgrade: next steps for old systems
How to get independent advice and real savings without the spam phone calls
How to make great soil without a garden
If you've got a balcony garden, you can still have a great soil with a few easy tricks. Best of all, you won't spend a cent.
Create timber Christmas decorations
Hands-on workshop | 17 Nov-28 Dec | 8 sessions
Thrift and thrive
A conscious closet experience | 5 Nov-8 Nov | 3 sessions
Build a frog hotel
Checking in our tiny frog friends | 6 Dec | Library+ Caloundra
Building a granny flat, carport or something bigger?
Get the low down on what you need to do to get your project off the ground with a new development assessment tool and tips from the QBCC.
Organic gardening for healthy soil, plants and people
Discover the benefits of organic gardening and learn practical tips to grow nutrient-rich food, improve soil health, and support biodiversity—all while living sustainably and chemical-free.
Don't tip it, drip it
We all know plants need water, but some of the water we throw away has super powers. If you're boiling eggs, changing your fish tank water or emptying the bath check out our water reuse guide.
National Recycling Week
Find out how you can get involved 10–16 November
Give a sheet for the planet
Take part in the linen recycling event.
Bike Maintenance 101: guide for a smooth ride
It's Biketober - there's still time to dust off your ride and give it a good once over
The bees have spoken: discover their favourite flowers
Bright, nectar-rich flowers are more than just pretty — they’re essential food for bees. Find out which blooms thrive on the Sunshine Coast and how to grow a bee-friendly garden all year round.
How to clean your aircon for maximum performance
A clean air conditioner cools faster, uses less electricity and helps keep mould at bay. This step-by-step shows you exactly what to do and how often to do it.
Sewing Destash Event
A seasoned maker, curious beginner, or simply love beautiful fabrics and second-hand treasures, this is the perfect chance to stock up, share, and connect.
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.
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.
