Across the region, 26 in-person events were held to help you learn more about the proposed planning scheme, including:

• 15 x speak to a planner (one-on-one) drop-in sessions
• 8 x local pop-up sessions at shopping centres and markets
• 3 x community forums.

All planned community events have now concluded. You can download a full list of all in-person sessions and events here.

Other ways to get involved

If you could not make it to an in-person event, there are still other ways to get involved - we want to hear from you!

• Drop-in to Sunshine Coast City Hall (54 First Avenue, Maroochydore) foyer anytime between 9am and 3pm to chat with a staff member about the proposed planning scheme. No bookings needed.
• Email the project team: newplanningscheme@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.
• Request a call back.

Council hosted three community forums on the proposed planning scheme - at Nambour, Buddina and Caloundra. We are thrilled so many members of our community were able to join us to share their thoughts and ask questions. A summary report of the key themes and questions raised at the forums, prepared by the independent facilitator, is now available.

We are currently preparing responses to around 300 questions. Once completed, we’ll share the answers with you here. In the meantime, we encourage you to have a look at the information available on our website, including the following pages related to some of the key themes raised at the forums:

• Growing responsibly - Preserving the things we love and building a bright future.
• Delivering homes - More homes to suit everyone’s different needs.
• Transport and parking - Transport networks that support connected and vibrant communities.
• Environment and climate resilience - Protecting our green spaces and improving climate resilience.
• Our Sunshine Coast by design - Ensuring new development suits our climate and lifestyle.
• A strong and diverse economy - Planning for vibrant centres and thriving industry areas.

We’ve also published a series of themed information sheets.

Have your Say - Your feedback is important. Whether you support the plan or have some concerns, we want to hear from you by Friday 19 September 2025.

Make a submission

Community group briefing

Check out an earlier presentation to community groups by Council’s planning team.