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News Update

Keep your finger on the pulse:

New, strict pool fencing laws came into effect. The real estate sector voices concerns potential buyers may be put off with the extra associated costs of upgrading fencing.
The bidding war begins for members of the Horton Park Golf Club. Other clubs throughout the Sunshine Coast are vying for members as Horton Park prepares for resumption.
The State Government rolls out an ambitious plan to stop drink drivers from getting behind the wheel by forcing repeat offenders to install alcohol interlocker devices in their cars.
The Bligh Government's small cut to water bills angers local residents. Households saving around five dollars a year.
State Planning Minister, Stirling Hinchliffe faces a hostile reception during a showdown with locals over the Caloundra South Development.
The Reserve Bank gives homeowners a small Christmas reprieve, deciding to keep interest rates on hold at 4.75%.
Structure plans for Maroochydore's new CBD are rubber stamped by the State Government.
Sunbus drivers walk off the job over a pay dispute several times in December, causing chaos for commuters.
The inquest into the disappearance of teenager Daniel Morcombe moves to Brisbane.
Local fishermen warn of high prawn prices with wild weather leading to small catches.
German supermarket giant ALDI opens its doors in Maroochydore, ending Woolworths' and Coles' duopoly across the region.
Brisbane Commonwealth Games mascot Matilda the Kangaroo sets up a new home at Kybong.
Pre-Christmas shopping disappoints local retailers, with most residents saving their money for the Boxing Day sales.
Wet weather lashes the region, causing Buderim homes to gradually slide downhill.
Flooding hits, isolating Gympie and the Sunshine Coast. Tourism operators and small businesses report low returns.
Brisbane experiences a severe flooding event, creating uncertainty for stock and supplies reaching the Sunshine Coast.