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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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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.
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Latest news
Your guide to Council services over the holidays
Council's services over the festive season.
Plan creates better harmony between people and pets
Improved community safety, carefully considered changes to off-leash areas and enhanced protection for environmentally sensitive zones are the key elements of the new Sunshine Coast Dog Exercise Area Regional Plan.
Coolum and Mudjimba shine this holiday season
Celebrate the festive season in Coolum and Mudjimba with markets, music, movies and more!
Incentive measures attract second major hotel investment
Second development application for a luxury hotel approved as part of the Accommodation Hotel Incentive Measures. Crowne Plaza Maroochydore construction starts April 2026 – delivering 180 rooms, event spaces and apartments to boost tourism and business.
Capture everyday moments that shape your cultural life
Show us the Sunshine Coast through your eyes! Submit a photo and story capturing heritage, identity, or cultural connection for Picture Culture: Here & Now, part of Horizon 2026.
Your guide to Council services over the holidays
Council's services over the festive season.
Plan creates better harmony between people and pets
Improved community safety, carefully considered changes to off-leash areas and enhanced protection for environmentally sensitive zones are the key elements of the new Sunshine Coast Dog Exercise Area Regional Plan.
Coolum and Mudjimba shine this holiday season
Celebrate the festive season in Coolum and Mudjimba with markets, music, movies and more!
Incentive measures attract second major hotel investment
Second development application for a luxury hotel approved as part of the Accommodation Hotel Incentive Measures. Crowne Plaza Maroochydore construction starts April 2026 – delivering 180 rooms, event spaces and apartments to boost tourism and business.
Capture everyday moments that shape your cultural life
Show us the Sunshine Coast through your eyes! Submit a photo and story capturing heritage, identity, or cultural connection for Picture Culture: Here & Now, part of Horizon 2026.