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An unbeatable location to live and work

The Sunshine Coast was announced as the #3 most loved destination on the planet, according to the 2023 Tourism Sentiment Index.

The dynamic region boasts spectacular natural assets, 300 days of sunshine, and some of the best and most innovative schools in Australia. A new greenfield city centre is being built from the ground up with a mix of commercial, residential and community spaces.

In June 2022, our local government area was officially recognised as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, which will help us protect and enhance our region, communities, economy and our natural environment for future generations.

There has never been a more exciting time to be in business on the Sunshine Coast.

Incentives and funding

Available to eligible applicants to help speed up project timelines and help in offsetting certain expansion, establishment or relocation costs.

Incubators and accelerators

A continued investment in talent and skills is crucial to preparing our workforce with the knowledge and experience they need to compete in a global marketplace.

Work-life balance

One of Australia’s most desirable lifestyle locations, the Sunshine Coast offers an enviable work-life balance for business owners and workers.

It’s not uncommon for Sunshine Coast locals to rise with the sun.

However, the early start is not to beat commuter traffic, as is often the case in the city.

Rather, Sunshine Coast locals – from the beach to the hinterland – love getting out to take advantage of the big blue skies and beautiful natural environment.

And there is so much to explore on the Sunshine Coast – from the relaxed main street of Caloundra to the European-style cobblestone streets of Montville and the famous Eumundi Markets – each area offers its own unique shopping and dining experience.

Major events

Home > The Sunshine Coast is the major events capital of regional Australia and is home to a range of ...

Traditional Custodians

Home > Sunshine Coast Council acknowledges the Sunshine Coast Country, home of the Kabi Kabi and the Jinibara peoples, the ...

Environment

Home > Rolling hills and waves Sunshine Coast beaches are some of the best in the world. Mostly patrolled by ...

Arts and culture

Home > The Sunshine Coast provides a richly creative environment for artistic enterprise. The arts sector is supported by Sunshine ...

Healthcare

Home > Sunshine Coast residents have access to world-class healthcare services. The region is home to approximately 2000 healthcare businesses, ...

Education

Home > An investment in knowledge The Sunshine Coast has a full range of high quality education and training facilities. ...

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INVESTMENT PROSPECTUS

Are you an investment-ready business looking to establish, expand or relocate? Get the Sunshine Coast Investment Prospectus for an overview of the business and lifestyle opportunities available in one of Australia’s fastest growing regions.

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Accelerators

Home > A continued investment in talent and skills is crucial to preparing our workforce with the knowledge and experience ...

Chambers of Commerce

Home > The Sunshine Coast business community is highly engaged and connected through a range of chambers of commerce and ...

Co-working spaces

Home > Sunshine Coast co-working areas accommodate hybrid work from office and work from home models (or hub and spoke ...

“Many of our clients call us and say they’d love to be based on the Sunshine Coast because, realistically, this is living the dream.”

Michelle McCormac, Director Pure Locations, December 2021

Thriving businesses in the spotlight

Creating iconic international aquariums on the Sunshine Coast

If you’re gazing at sharks or penguins at an aquarium in China, Denmark, UAE, Singapore or literally 20 other countries ...

Sunshine Coast local leading the sustainable farming revolution

Nutri-Tech Solutions (NTS) CEO and co-founder, Graeme Sait, believes “there is nothing more important than food production” and is on ...

Ambrose Building 275% faster with automation technology

A Sunshine Coast business, Ambrose Building, is changing the insurance repair industry by using innovative technology to deliver the best ...

Follow the entertaining story of inner-city manager Cam as he discovers the benefits of locating on the Sunshine Coast – both for the business and for himself.

The videos were produced by Sunshine Coast Council with the help of talented local creatives, producers and actors.

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For a confidential discussion about the opportunities available, contact
Alex Lever-Shaw from Sunshine Coast Council’s Investment Attraction team
on 0407 753 645 or email invest@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.