Saavanah Bourke

Major flood warnings are in place for parts of western Queensland, with another one 100 millimetres of rain falling overnight. More than 100 roads, including the Landsborough Highway, are closed, leaving locals and visitors isolated and stranded. @saavanahb

Police are warning business owners to stay alert for counterfeit money, after seizing more than $10,000 in fake notes since August. They say scammers are hiding it in real Australian currency, and people won't realise until it's too late. 7NEWS.com.au @SaavanahB #7NEWS

There's no limit to what diehard Broncos fans are prepared to do, to cheer on their heroes in Sunday's grand final. Whether it's hitting the road for a long drive, or drawing a line in the sand, they're proud to show their true colours. 7NEWS.com.au @SaavanahB #7NEWS

Boaties will soon be facing tougher anchoring restrictions on the Noosa River with new laws coming into place from next year. Local MP Sandy Bolton says the three year management plan aims to reduce congestion and improve waterway safety. 7NEWS.com.au @SaavanahB #7NEWS

Concerns are growing for the safety of Coast bus drivers, with major assaults driving workers out of the industry. The Transport Union is calling on the state government to introduce tougher laws and better working conditions. 7NEWS.com.au @SaavanahB #7NEWS

Bokarina's property market is booming - with close to twenty percent increase over the past year. Experts say it's attracting attention for its convenient lifestyle, walking distance from the beach. 7NEWS.com.au @SaavanahB #7NEWS

Brave men and women in blue who have died in the line of duty have been honoured for National Police Remembrance day. A crowd gathered for a service at Kawana Surf Club this morning, vowing to never forget those who risk their lives. 7NEWS.com.au @SaavanahB #7NEWS

New maps of a multi-million dollar rail line from Beerwah to the airport have been released. 'The Wave' is aimed at improving public transport on the Coast ahead of the 2032 Olympics. Saavanah Bourke has more details. 7NEWS.com.au @SaavanahB #7NEWS

Locals say they can't believe the extent of the damage, after a blaze ripped through a multi-million dollar Noosa mansion. Investigations are continuing, but fire fighters suspect the cause was an electrical issue. 7NEWS.com.au @SaavanahB #7NEWS

A Noosa FIFO worker who mysteriously died in Bali has been repatriated, but his grieving family has more questions than ever. They claim his body came home without a heart. 7NEWS.com.au @SaavanahB #7NEWS

The state government has appointed a new farming commissioner, to support growers and boost primary production. New boss Rachel Chambers says she's going to make sure Queensland farmers get a 'fair go'. 7NEWS.com.au @SaavanahB #7NEWS

Shocking drone vision has emerged of two whales trapped in shark nets off a popular Noosa beach yesterday evening. Rescue efforts were heavily delayed, with the pair struggling for hours and nearly drowning. 7NEWS.com.au @SaavanahB #7NEWS

Bookings have opened for people wanting to fly with their pets inside the cabin. The Virgin Australia trial will be rolled out on select domestic flights - including between the Sunshine Coast and Melbourne. 7NEWS.com.au @SaavanahB #7NEWS

Groundbreaking Queensland research has revealed a hidden risk for people who apply sunscreen every day. They might be reducing UV exposure, but there is also a chance they're becoming Vitamin D deficient. 7NEWS.com.au @SaavanahB #7NEWS

A Coast charity has helped expose hundreds of predators suspected of orchestrating the abuse of children overseas. 'Destiny Rescue' went undercover with 7NEWS Spotlight, to catch traffickers and help save victims. 7NEWS.com.au @SaavanahB #7NEWS

Queensland tradies are teaming up to help keep kids safe, donating their time and resources to build a million dollar home in Maleny. The profit from the house will be donated to the Daniel Morcombe Foundation. 7NEWS.com.au @SaavanahB #7NEWS

Local leaders have held the first Gympie regional economic summit to make plans for the future. The population is booming, with energy and education among the top items on the agenda. 7NEWS.com.au @SaavanahB #7NEWS

Police are rolling out a new operation to limit anti-social behaviour among juveniles across the Coast. Prevention strategies will target teens in public places, aiming to keep tourists and the community safe over busy holiday periods. 7NEWS.com.au @SaavanahB #7NEWS

A popular tourist attraction is celebrating an 'amazing' milestone, being inducted into the Sunshine Coast Business Awards prestigious Hall of Fame. The program shines a light on local organisations playing their part to help the economy. 7NEWS.com.au @SaavanahB #7NEWS

EXCLUSIVE: Operations at the Queensland Fire Department have finally died down, after weeks of rescues across the North during the recent flooding event. 7NEWS.com.au @SaavanahB #7NEWS