Sunshine Coast Pride Network
The Sunshine Coast is one of Australia’s most sought-after locations to live and visit, making it a popular choice for many members of the LGBTQIA+ community to call home or enjoy as a holiday destination. The Sunshine Coast Pride Network was formed in 2008 and exists to foster connection, support, and solidarity within the local LGBTQIA+ community, promoting mutual celebration and recognition.
Our dedicated committee members organised the Sunshine Coast Pride Festival and other LGBTIQA+ events until 2020 when the COVID-19 pandemic caused closure of many venues and re-directed funding streams. Since 2019, the Sunshine Coast Pride Network is also PROUD to be the Philanthropic Donor of the LGBTIQA+ Leadership Bursary at the University of the Sunshine Coast, which is valued at $1500 annually.
We are returning in 2025 with a revitalised website and new dates for the Sunshine Coast Pride Festival. The event aims to create a welcoming and enjoyable space for the LGBTQIA+ community, along with their families and friends, to come together and celebrate the diversity of our wonderful region. Stay tuned for more exciting developments!