
Explore by theme
Our 12 themes shape and support the growth of our region.Golden Beach, Caloundra BarPhoto credit: Z. Jones
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Explore our themes to see how we’re delivering a healthy environment and liveable Sunshine Coast.
You’ll learn about the theme, its vision and what we're planning to achieve by 2041 to support the growth of our region.
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Landscape and character
Landscape and character are the essence of our region that define our identity and culture. -
Biodiversity
Biodiversity is the variety of all life - plants, animals, fungi and micro-organisms. -
Waterways and wetlands
Waterways and wetlands are our rivers, canals, lakes and water bodies. -
Coastal
Coastal areas extend from our coastal plains and lagoons to our sand dunes and rocky shores. -
Open space
Open space is our network of sport and recreation, trails and paths, and nature spaces. -
Flooding and stormwater
Floods occur from heavy or sustained rain, and stormwater is the runoff. -
Neighbourhoods and housing
Our region is a mix of coastal living and a relaxed, productive and rural lifestyle. -
Social infrastructure
Social infrastructure is our spaces, places and services that support the community. -
Sustainable design
Sustainable design supports healthy, cost effective and functional buildings. -
Energy and resources
We all use energy and natural resources, yet can do more to reduce our impact on the environment. -
Sustainable living
Sustainable living is a lifestyle that leaves little impact on the environment. -
Adaptation and resilience
Adaptation and resilience is our community’s ability to respond and adapt to a changing climate.