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Recentseverestormsacrossourcommunityleftmanylocals withoutpoweranddamagedproperty.
TheQueenslandgovernmentrecentlyannouncedthe disasterassistancehasnowbeenactivatedfortheSunshine Coast.
ActivatedsuburbsincludeBaldKnob,BelliPark,Beerwah, Caloundra,CaloundraWest,Cambroon,Chevallum, Conondale,CoolumBeach,Doonan,Glasshouse,Kenilworth, Maleny,Marcoola,MaroochyRiver,Montville,MountCoolum, Mudjimba,Ninderry,PacificParadise,Palmwoods, Peachester,Peregian,PeregianSprings,Reesvile,Twin Waters,WaranaandYaroomba.
Grantsof$180forindividualsandupto$900forafamilyof fiveormorecancoverthecostsofessentialslikefood, clothingandmedicine,whileothersupportmeasurestarget lowincome,uninsuredresidents.
Forinformationonassistanceavailable,eligibility,andhow toapply,visitwww.qld.gov.au/disasterhelp orbycallingtheQueenslandCommunityRecoveryHotline on1800173349.
DECEMBER
Wishing you a M Health
Welcome to the Hello Community the year!
Inside, you’ll fin events, from C carols to a free lunch.
In addition, loc celebrate New Ye three locations Coast, with family friendly timings and the return of the midnight firework display.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone wh has shared their stories with u throughout the year, and to th wonderful local businesses who hav supported us through advertising.
As we celebrate the season, let’s als keep in mind those who may be doing tough A small act of kindness or simple smile can lift someone’s spiri and bring a little extra joy.
Here’s to a season of generosit gratitude, and the true warmth community.
We’d love to share your stories an upcoming events in 2026. Please ema info@hellocommunity.com.au.
$100 BACK TO SCHOOL BOOST 2026
CHRISTMAS MARKETS & CAROLS GUIDE
COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS
Give Hope This Christmas
Christmas is back on the table for Sunshine Coast locals doing it tough thanks to the generosity of The Everyday Foundation’s Hope Hampers campaign.
This year, the charity’s annual Christmas initiative aims to provide 550 hampers filled with special treats, presents, decorations and everyday food staples.
The Everyday Foundation is raising much needed funds to make this campaign possible with the hampers expected to impact more than 1500 locals struggling with food insecurity and financial strain
With cost-of-living pressures at record highs, demand for food relief has surged across the Coast and The Everyday Foundation is bracing for one of its busiest Christmases yet.
General manager Karen Gullo said The Everyday Foundation was expecting an influx of nominations this year with rising costs hitting locals hard.
“The Everyday Foundation’s mission is to meet people in their place of need and Hope Hampers is a great way for the community to join with us and support their neighbours.”
Putting together the hampers is no easy feat, but it’s made possible by a small army of volunteers, local schools and community groups who lend a hand.
Some of the ways the Sunshine Coast community can support Hope Hampers:
Donate – purchase the cost of a hamper here: https://everyday.org.au/hopehampers/give/
Volunteer to pack and wrap hampers – submit your availability here: https://everyday.org.au/hopehampers/volunteer/
Nominate someone in need – know someone who would benefit from receiving a hamper? https://everyday.org.au/hopehampers/nominate/
To learn more, visit The Everyday Foundation’s website: https://everyday.org.au/hopehampers/campaign/
COMMUNITY UPDATE
Follow the sparkle: explore 26 festive tree light locations
The Sunshine Coast shines bright with a spectacular display of festive lights, adding colour and joy to parks and streets across the region.
Council has adorned 26 trees across the region with eco-friendly LED lights and colourful decorations, creating a cheerful glow to local parks and streets
Whether you stroll beneath the glowing branches in Caloundra, picnic under the twinkling lights in Montville or cruise past the dazzling display in Alexandra Headland, there’s a festive stop near you to explore this holiday season
Plan your trail and make the most of this enchanting time of year.
GOVERNMENT UPDATE
UNSAFE CHRISTMAS
TOYS PULLED FROM SHELVES IN SEASON SAFETY BLITZ
The Queensland Government is delivering a festive season safety blitz, with a Queensland wide compliance crackdown on Christmas toys and novelties leading to 23 unsafe products being removed from shop shelves.
All compliance issues identified to date relate to button batteries, including:
Six products not containing a mandatory button battery warning label
17 products not having the mandatory warning label and failing to have a child resistant battery compartment, as required by law.
Seized items include flower-themed solar lights, mini piano toys, snow globes, and plastic pinwheels.
Any concerns about unsafe toys should be reported to the OFT at www.qld.gov.au/fairtrading or by calling 13 QGOV (13 74 68).
One of the most common questions asked in online community groups is what type of snake is this. We found a great snake identification Australia facebook group that has approved ID’ers and may help you get your answer promptly Link to group is below.
SPECIAL RETURN TO MAKE NYE DOUBLE THE FUN
Locals and visitors can celebrate New Year’s Eve with a bang at three locations across the Sunshine Coast, with family friendly timings and the return of the midnight fireworks display.
Sunshine Coast Council is re-introducing its midnight fireworks display in Mooloolaba, alongside other traditional events.
Council is supporting four fireworks displays at three locations – Coolum at 8.30pm, Caloundra at 9.30pm and Mooloolaba at 8.30pm and midnight.
The early fireworks in Caloundra and Coolum will be part of family-friendly celebrations.
In Mooloolaba, the two displays will be fired from an offshore barge and will be visible from multiple viewing points, from Maroochydore Beach to the top of Alexandra Headland to Point Cartwright.
COMMUNITY UPDATE
Police remind parents of responsibilities when gifting e-scooters and ebikes this Christmas
Queensland Police Service (QPS) is urging parents to learn and understand their legal responsibilities when considering gifting e-scooters or ebikes this Christmas, reminding families that purchasing an e-mobility device does not grant children permission to ride unsupervised.
With the continued rise in popularity of PMDs across Queensland, police are reinforcing that safe use begins at home, with parents and carers making informed choices, understanding the rules and legislation, and actively supervising young riders.
Road Policing Group Chief Superintendent Mark Wheeler reiterates that while e-scooters and ebikes can be exciting gifts, they require active parental oversight, not a ‘setand-forget’ approach.
“E-scooters and e-bikes might look like the perfect Christmas surprise, but they come with responsibilities,” Chief Superintendent Wheeler said.
Police continue to see risky behaviour among inexperienced riders, and remind families that safe riding includes: wearing an approved helmet riding responsibly and following the road rules being alert around roads, driveways, and pedestrians keeping speeds appropriate and controlled understanding that PMDs are not toys.
For more information about e-mobility rules, safe riding, and responsibilities, visit Street Smarts Queensland.
Calendar DECEMBER
Calendar DECEMBER
Christmas Young Entrepreneurs Market
Pavilion Lane Eumundi
3 & 6 Dec, 8am-2pm
Christmas Artisan Market
Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre 12 Dec, 4pm-8pm
Twilight Art & Design
Christmas Market
Stevens Street, Yandina
6 Dec, 4pm-9pm
The Original Eumundi Foodie Night Market Eumundi Markets 12 Dec, 4.30pm-8pm
Calendar DECEMBER
Tewantin Christmas Carnival RSL Memorial Park Tewantin
7 Dec, 3.30pm-8pm
Noosa
Christmas Envoy Noosa Shire
8 - 11 Dec, 4pm
2025 Carol Cruise By Reed & Co Estate Agents Noosa River 13 Dec, 4.30pm
Noosa Twilight Christmas Motorbike Ride 20 Dec Meeting from 5pm, departing at 6pm, Noosa Marina
Peregian Beach Carols
Peregian Park
Peregian Beach
17 Dec, 3pm-8.15pm
Salty Christmas Coolum
Jack Morgan Park 13 Dec, 3pm-8pm
Free Outdoor Movie Night
The Polar Express
Eumundi Amphitheatre
20 Dec, 6pm
Montville Christmas Market Santa arrives 6.15pm
Montville Village Hall 6 Dec, 4.30pm-7.30pm
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Sunshine Coast
FROM 20 DECEMBER 2025 TO 26
