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Behind the fence of Xinjiang’s genocide
Since 9/11, the global Muslim community has faced the vitriol of the western world. But now in Xinjiang – a region they have inhabited for centuries – the Uyghur Muslims’ basic human rights are at … Read more »
Confessed carjacker released on parole after serving six months
By SHEA DAWSON A single mother who pleaded guilty to carjacking an elderly woman will not serve additional jail time. Kings Beach local Lauren Maree Rosin, 22, has been in jail since her attack on … Read more »
Coastal strip the region’s greenest
By BROOKE FESTA One Sunshine Coast area is doing better than all others in recycling their green waste. Five of the six top suburbs for using garden waste bins are in Division 3: Wurtulla, Bokarina, … Read more »
Partygoer tries to fight police, fined $1400
By Hannah Turner A man looking to fight people at Ocean Street took over an hour to admit to police his real name, Maroochydore Magistrates Court was told. Ross Mervyn Thomas Walter was partying at … Read more »
Events Centre to raise curtain
By SHEA DAWSON The Caloundra Events Centre is prepared to reopen this Saturday for its first live performance in months. It was set to be an exciting year for the council-sponsored theatre after the completion … Read more »
Live music, street food to bring life to new city centre
By HANNAH TURNER Experienced market organiser Andrew Sisley is bringing an all-day Eat Street-style market to Maroochydore’s CBD on Sunday. Mr Sisley said the weekly event is a great opportunity to showcase local musicians’ talents … Read more »