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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Rates payment options
Council offers many convenient ways to pay your rates, including online.
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Councillor portfolios
Portfolios reflect areas of strategic importance to council and the people of the Sunshine Coast.
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Contact council
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Council meetings
Keep abreast of what's happening at council meetings: meeting dates, agendas and minutes of all council meetings.
Mayor and councillors
Councillors represent their community to ensure the good rule and governance of their electoral area
Careers
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Planning and projects
Explore Council's planning documents and follow the progress of our regional and local projects.
Tenders
Details of current and awarded tenders with council and contracts that are now closed.
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
Free workshops for Sunshine Coast creatives
Sharpen your business and marketing skills through a free professional development series launching this September.
Time travel with a local hinterland twist
You’re invited to journey through time on the Sunshine Coast’s newest heritage trail and experience this hinterland gem’s unique character and deep historical roots.
Registration renewal keeps your pets safe
The importance of pet rego: As well as reuniting people with lost pets, registration also provides funding for education programs to promote responsible pet ownership.
Business expo sparks inspiration and connection
Entrepreneurs, small businesses, government teams and industry leaders gathered at Sunshine Coast’s premium Business Expo for an afternoon of bold ideas, practical support and powerful connections.
Wheel good fun: best learn to ride parks
Learning to ride a bike or scooter is a milestone moment for kids. Luckily, the Sunshine Coast is home to a fantastic range of family-friendly parks designed to help little riders build confidence and master their wheels in a safe and fun environment.
Free workshops for Sunshine Coast creatives
Sharpen your business and marketing skills through a free professional development series launching this September.
Time travel with a local hinterland twist
You’re invited to journey through time on the Sunshine Coast’s newest heritage trail and experience this hinterland gem’s unique character and deep historical roots.
Registration renewal keeps your pets safe
The importance of pet rego: As well as reuniting people with lost pets, registration also provides funding for education programs to promote responsible pet ownership.
Business expo sparks inspiration and connection
Entrepreneurs, small businesses, government teams and industry leaders gathered at Sunshine Coast’s premium Business Expo for an afternoon of bold ideas, practical support and powerful connections.
Wheel good fun: best learn to ride parks
Learning to ride a bike or scooter is a milestone moment for kids. Luckily, the Sunshine Coast is home to a fantastic range of family-friendly parks designed to help little riders build confidence and master their wheels in a safe and fun environment.