Council
The Mayor and Councillors work closely with the Executive Leadership Team and staff delivering a range of plans and strategies guiding the delivery of major projects across the region, and council’s capital works program. Council remains committed to its vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region - Connected. Liveable. Thriving.
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Planning and projects
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Council offers many convenient ways to pay your rates, including online.
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Council meetings
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Mayor and councillors
Councillors represent their community to ensure the good rule and governance of their electoral area
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Planning and projects
Explore Council's planning documents and follow the progress of our regional and local projects.
Find current tenders and opportunities
Learn where to find Council tenders and upcoming business opportunities.
Budget, financial and annual reports
Copies of Council's budget documents, financial reports and annual reports from 2014/15 onward.
Organisation and governance
Council's governance framework is a set of systems to help council meet its goal of great governance.
Local laws
Council administers a range of local laws including parking, keeping animals, bathing reserves and dog off-leash areas.
Public Notices
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Latest news
Brisbane 2032 legacy comes to life
How will the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games benefit the Sunshine Coast?
Celebrating business excellence on the Sunshine Coast
Finalists for the Sunshine Coast Business Awards have been announced and move through the next phase of judging with four business being inducted into the Hall of Fame.
Know a community legend? Nominate them now
Sunshine Coast Australia Day Community Awards 2027 nominations are now open. Recognise inspiring individuals, volunteers and organisations making a positive difference in our community. Nominate local champions across a range of award categories before 30 November 2026.
More than just a walk
Explore a scenic circuit where tranquil water views, playgrounds and picnic spaces create the perfect day out.
New arrivals precinct opens at Sunshine Coast Airport
Passengers arriving on the Sunshine Coast will now collect their bags in a purpose-built space designed to provide a smoother, more comfortable and efficient arrival experience.
Brisbane 2032 legacy comes to life
How will the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games benefit the Sunshine Coast?
Celebrating business excellence on the Sunshine Coast
Finalists for the Sunshine Coast Business Awards have been announced and move through the next phase of judging with four business being inducted into the Hall of Fame.
Know a community legend? Nominate them now
Sunshine Coast Australia Day Community Awards 2027 nominations are now open. Recognise inspiring individuals, volunteers and organisations making a positive difference in our community. Nominate local champions across a range of award categories before 30 November 2026.
More than just a walk
Explore a scenic circuit where tranquil water views, playgrounds and picnic spaces create the perfect day out.
New arrivals precinct opens at Sunshine Coast Airport
Passengers arriving on the Sunshine Coast will now collect their bags in a purpose-built space designed to provide a smoother, more comfortable and efficient arrival experience.
