OSCAR Inc

17/09/2026

🌿 What does the future of regional planning look like for South East Queensland?

OSCAR is pleased to share this upcoming community conference hosted by the SEQ Community Alliance - SEQCA:

Regional Planning in SEQ — Failed, flawed, or the future we all need?

With South East Queensland continuing to experience significant population growth and development pressures, the way we plan our region has implications for our communities, environment and quality of life.

The half-day conference will bring together academics, planning professionals, practitioners and community representatives to explore some of the big issues facing SEQ — including regional planning, housing, infrastructure, major projects, environmental protection, climate resilience and liveability.

📅 Saturday 31 October 2026
⏰ 9.00 am – 12.30 pm
📍 Griffith University, South Bank
☕ Morning tea included

OSCAR encourages our member organisations and interested Sunshine Coast residents to take a look at the program and join the broader SEQ conversation.

It’s an opportunity to hear a range of perspectives, ask questions and consider an important question:

How do we accommodate growth while protecting the environmental and community values that make our region a great place to live?

👉 See SEQCA’s original post and share with your networks:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19LbvfMwg9/

🎟️ Event information and registration: https://events.humanitix.com/regional-planning-in-seq-failed-flawed-or-the-future-we-all-need

30/08/2026

📣 HAVE YOUR SAY: Queensland’s planning framework is changing

The Queensland Government is seeking feedback on the draft State Planning Policy—the overarching policy that guides land-use planning, local planning schemes and development across Queensland.

The proposed changes will influence how we plan for:

🏘 Housing and well-planned communities
🌿 Biodiversity, waterways and coastal environments
🌧 Natural hazards, erosion and community resilience
🚉 Transport, infrastructure and essential services
🏡 Local character, heritage and quality of life

OSCAR supports transparent and accountable planning processes in which community consultation is meaningful, respected and acted upon:

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19AbMLWkjE/?mibextid=wwXIfr

As the Sunshine Coast and Noosa continue to experience significant growth, it is essential that planning decisions balance housing and infrastructure needs with environmental protection, community wellbeing and the character of our towns and villages.

We encourage our member organisations and interested residents to review the draft policy and contribute their local knowledge and experience.

⏰ Submissions close at 11.59pm on Monday 26 October 2026.

Learn more, read the draft policy and make a submission here:

https://www.planning.qld.gov.au/planning-framework/plan-making/state-planning/state-planning-policy

Good planning shapes strong, resilient and liveable communities—and community voices must be part of that process.

The Queensland Government is reviewing the State Planning Policy. Have your say about the proposed new policy by 26 October 2026.

More information: https://www.planning.qld.gov.au/planning-framework/plan-making/state-planning/state-planning-policy

26/08/2026

📣 OSCAR AUGUST GENERAL MEETING — REPORTS NOW ONLINE

The reports for tonight’s OSCAR General Meeting have now been uploaded to our website and are available for members and the community to read ahead of the meeting.

📅 Thursday 27 August 2026
⏰ 7:15pm
📍 Northshore Community Centre, David Low Way, Mudjimba

There is plenty to discuss tonight, with the latest reports covering a broad range of issues affecting communities across the Sunshine Coast, including:

🔸 The Wave — including walking network plans, future metro stations and community consultation on improved bus connections
🔸 The 2025–26 Planning Scheme and Council’s review of submissions
🔸 Coochin Creek Tourist Park and Music Festival Site Ministerial Call-ins
🔸 Sunshine Coast Airport development
🔸 Council’s new Active Transport Plan 2026
🔸 The SEQ Regional Plan / ShapingSEQ review
🔸 Council budget and rating questions raised by members
🔸 The proposed Pacific Paradise Service Station development
🔸 Coolum West Road / Sunshine Motorway ramps
🔸 Parklakes Planning & Environment Court proceedings
🔸 2032 Olympic projects and other Council and State Government matters.

Tonight also provides an important opportunity to hear directly from Sunshine Coast Council CEO John Baker and discuss the issues our member organisations believe should be priorities for our region.

👉 Read the reports, agenda and meeting information here:
https://www.oscar.org.au/members/oscar-meetings/

We encourage members to have a read before tonight’s meeting and come ready to contribute to the conversation.

See you at 7:15pm in Mudjimba!

OSCAR Meetings – Agenda and Minutes

26/08/2026

📣 OSCAR AUGUST GENERAL MEETING — AGENDA NOW ONLINE

The agenda for tomorrow night’s OSCAR General Meeting is now available online.

📅 Thursday 27 August 2026
⏰ 7:15pm — please note the later start time
📍 Northshore Community Centre, David Low Way, Mudjimba

We are pleased to welcome Mr John Baker, CEO of Sunshine Coast Council , who will join us for a presentation and discussion at the beginning of the meeting.

There is plenty on the agenda, including:

🔸 The Citizens Panel — how it is performing and integrating with Council
🔸 Council’s budget and rating system, including how funding is distributed across the LGA
🔸 Council transparency and publication of submissions to the State Government
🔸 Responsibilities of Sunshine Coast Council and the Sunshine Coast Waterways Authority
🔸 Coochin Creek developments and infrastructure charges
🔸 SEQ Regional Plan Review and proposed changes to State Planning Policy
🔸 South Coolum Road and other proposed developments
🔸 Transport, active transport and the Coolum Motorway ramps / South Coolum Road extension
🔸 Election signage and other emerging community issues.

The meeting will also consider which issues should be prioritised for discussion with Sunshine Coast Regional Council following Mr Baker’s presentation.

OSCAR Inc meetings bring our member organisations together to share information, ask questions and advocate for transparent, accountable and responsive local government across the Sunshine Coast.

👉 View the agenda and meeting reports here:
https://www.oscar.org.au/members/oscar-meetings/

We encourage our member groups to come along, take part in the discussion and make the most of the opportunity to hear directly from Council’s CEO.

OSCAR Meetings – Agenda and Minutes

25/08/2026

📣 OSCAR GENERAL MEETING — IMPORTANT TIME CHANGE

OSCAR’s next General Meeting will be held on:

📅 Thursday 27 August
⏰ 7.15pm — please note the later start time
📍 North Shore Community Centre
David Low Way, Mudjimba

We are pleased to welcome John Baker, CEO of Sunshine Coast Council, as our special guest.

This is an important opportunity for OSCAR member organisations to:

➡️ Hear how the Citizens’ Panel is working and better understand its role
➡️ Learn more about the restructure of Sunshine Coast Council
➡️ Ask questions directly of the CEO
➡️ Share updates and discuss matters affecting our communities

⚠️ Please note the change of time: all rooms at the Centre are booked until 7.00pm, so the meeting will commence at 7.15pm.

We strongly encourage all OSCAR member groups to attend and take part in this valuable discussion.

We look forward to seeing you there!

17/08/2026

🚆 THE WAVE: BEERWAH STATION PLANS ARE NOW OPEN FOR COMMUNITY FEEDBACK

Following representatives from the Department of Transport and Main Roads attending OSCAR’s July General Meeting to discuss 'The Wave' and the future of public transport on the Sunshine Coast, more detailed plans for the proposed Beerwah Station redevelopment have now been released for community consultation.

The proposed station represents a significant change for Beerwah and the wider Sunshine Coast transport network.

Plans include:

🚉 Three station platforms and six lifts
🚶 A new pedestrian overpass connecting Simpson Street and Beerwah Parade
🚌 A new bus interchange and improved connections between bus and rail
🚲 40 secure bicycle spaces, scooter storage and new walking and cycling connections
🚗 A proposed 400-space multi-level park ‘n’ ride
🌿 A redeveloped station precinct and landscaped plaza
🚆 Supporting infrastructure for the future Beerwah–Caloundra rail extension

At our July meeting, TMR representatives provided OSCAR members with an extensive briefing on The Wave, including the Beerwah interchange, future rail frequencies, bus-network integration, active transport connections and upcoming station consultation.

OSCAR also asked TMR to complete the consultation cycle by reporting back to the community on how feedback received through engagement has been considered and used.

That matters.

Community consultation should be more than an opportunity to comment — communities should be able to see how their participation contributes to the decisions that ultimately shape their towns and region.

OSCAR supports transparent and accountable decision-making, meaningful community consultation and environmentally responsible transport options that help maintain the liveability and character of the Sunshine Coast as our region grows.

📣 Now is the community's opportunity to have a say.

While some elements of the Beerwah Station project are already fixed, feedback is being sought on aspects of the station and precinct design.

Consultation is open until 14 September 2026.

We encourage residents — particularly those who live, work, study, travel through or regularly visit Beerwah and surrounding communities — to review the plans, consider how the proposed station will work in practice and provide informed feedback.

📰 Read more about the newly released plans:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1LxGTawTp8/

💬 And most importantly — have your say while consultation is open.

BEERWAH station would be rebuilt with three platforms, six lifts and a new pedestrian overpass linking Simpson Street and Beerwah Parade under detailed plans released for community consultation. The latest…

09/08/2026

📣 JULY MEETING MINUTES ARE NOW AVAILABLE

There was plenty on the agenda at OSCAR’s July General Meeting, with representatives from across our member organisations coming together to discuss some of the major planning, transport, development and environmental issues currently facing Sunshine Coast communities.

🚆 Transport and The Wave
We received an extensive update from DTMR on The Wave, the Mooloolah River Interchange, future rail and bus services, station precincts and active transport connections.

Importantly, OSCAR reinforced the need for meaningful community engagement — including completing the consultation cycle by demonstrating how community feedback has actually informed project planning and design.

🌿 Planning & environmental protection
Members discussed the SEQ Regional Plan review and potential changes to the State Planning Policy and SDAP, including concerns around the future treatment of biodiversity and natural hazards as State Interests.

🌊 Coochin Creek
The meeting also received an update on the continuing advocacy by the coalition of community organisations seeking assessment of the Coochin Creek developments under the EPBC Act.

🏗️ Development across the region
Emerging proposals discussed included the revised service station application at Pacific Paradise, development at South Coolum Road and the proposed Stockland development at Murdering Creek Road/Peregian Breeze.

🏛️ Council accountability
OSCAR members are also considering questions for Sunshine Coast Council regarding its budget and rating system, distribution of funding across the LGA, variations in property valuations and opportunities for greater community consultation.

Other discussions covered the Sunshine Coast Waterways Authority, active transport, election signage, environmental protection reforms and preparations for the continuing SEQ Regional Plan process.

These meetings are an important opportunity for community organisations from across the Sunshine Coast to share information, identify emerging issues and work collectively to ensure community voices remain part of the decisions shaping our region.

📖 The full July minutes, along with OSCAR meeting reports and information, are now available here:
https://www.oscar.org.au/members/oscar-meetings/

Our next General Meeting will be held Thursday 27 August at Northshore, with the Sunshine Coast Council CEO attending.

OSCAR Meetings – Agenda and Minutes

08/08/2026

❗️ HAVE YOUR SAY | 11 South Coolum Road, Coolum Beach

A development application for a proposed shopping centre and food and drink outlet at 11 South Coolum Road, Coolum Beach is currently open for public notification.

Application MCU26/0093 includes a proposed Hungry Jack’s, along with other tenancies proposed for uses including a gym, medical services and retail.

📅 Public submissions close 24 August 2026.

Community participation is an important part of the planning process.

OSCAR Inc encourages residents and community organisations to review the application material, consider the potential impacts and benefits for the local area, and make a submission if they wish to have their views formally considered.

🔎 View the development application and supporting documents:
https://developmenti.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/Home/FilterDirect?filters=DANumber=MCU26/0093

✍️ Find information about making a submission:
https://haveyoursay.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/submissions-and-comments-development-applications

Whether you support the proposal, have concerns, or believe changes should be considered, this is your opportunity to participate in the planning process and have your views heard.

A written comment can be submitted regarding a development approval currently being assessed.

23/07/2026

📢 Reminder: OSCAR General Meeting – Tonight!

If you care about the future of the Sunshine Coast and Noosa region, we'd love to see you there.

📅 Thursday 23 July
🕕 6:00 pm
📍 Peregian Beach Surf Life Saving Club

Our General Meetings bring together community organisations, environmental advocates and local residents to share updates, discuss current planning and environmental issues, and work collaboratively to protect the places we all value.

Whether you're a long-time member or attending for the first time, you'll be warmly welcomed. It's a great opportunity to connect with like-minded people and stay informed about the important work happening across our region.

📄 Agenda and meeting reports are now available:
https://www.oscar.org.au/members/oscar-meetings/

Together, we can make a stronger, more informed voice for our communities and our environment.

💚 We look forward to seeing you tonight!

OSCAR Meetings – Agenda and Minutes

09/07/2026

📢 HAVE YOUR SAY ON THE FUTURE OF SOUTH EAST QUEENSLAND

The Queensland Government has begun reviewing the South East Queensland Regional Plan and Infrastructure Plan, and this is an important opportunity for our communities to help shape the future of our region.

As South East Queensland continues to grow, the revised plan will guide how housing, employment, infrastructure and environmental values are balanced for decades to come.

It also supports the Queensland Government’s commitment to deliver one million new homes by 2044, making thoughtful, integrated planning more important than ever.

The early review is seeking community ideas on topics including:
🏡 Housing supply
🌾 Agriculture
🏗️ Development and construction
⛏️ Mining and extractive resources
🌴 Tourism

While this is not yet the formal consultation period, your ideas can help inform the development of the draft Regional Plan before it is released for public submissions.

🗓️ Early feedback closes at 11:59 pm on Friday, 17 July 2026.

OSCAR encourages all members, residents and community groups to take this opportunity to contribute. Strong regional planning depends on informed community voices and genuine public participation.

💻 Share your ideas and subscribe for updates so you’re notified when the formal draft Regional Plan is released for public consultation.

https://www.planning.qld.gov.au/planning-framework/plan-making/regional-planning/south-east-queensland-regional-plan

Together, we can help ensure South East Queensland remains a great place to live, with planning that protects our communities, environment and quality of life while responding responsibly to future growth.

Contributions to OSCAR’s updates and newsletters are always welcome.

The Queensland Government is committed to developing new regional plans that cover every corner of the state. They will work with infrastructure plans that protect the lifestyle of our communities, appropriately cater for growth, and improve planning partnerships.