Taking action

Explore by theme

Our 12 themes shape and support the growth of our region.

Our 12 themes shape and support the growth of our region.

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.

Landscape and character define the essence of our region that define our identity and culture.

Biodiversity is the variety of all life plants, animals, fungi and microorganisms.

Waterways and wetlands are our rivers, canals, lakes and water bodies.

Coastal areas extend from our coastal plains and lagoons to our sand dunes and rocky shores.

Open space is our network of sport and recreation, trails and paths, and nature spaces.

Floods occur from heavy or sustained rain, and stormwater is the runoff.

Our region is a mix of coastal living and a relaxed, productive and rural lifestyle.

Social infrastructure is our spaces, places and services that support the community.

Sustainable design supports healthy, cost effective and functional buildings.

We all use energy and natural resources, yet can do more to reduce our impact on the environment.

Sustainable living is a lifestyle that leaves little impact on the environment.

Adaptation and resilience is our community’s ability to respond and adapt to a changing climate.