Two residents at the Sunshine Coast Animal Refuge have struck up a firm furry friendship - and now need a home fit for two. The refuge says the bonded sealpoint and ginger cats are among an influx of felines looking for new families. 7NEWS.com.au Jodie Clarke #7NEWS

The results for NAPLAN, the annual literacy and numeracy test for students across Australia, have been released. #naplan #literacy #numeracy #test #schoolstudents #literacytest #numeracytest #english #maths #7NEWS

Australia's second most deadly snake was caught on camera slithering around a skate park on the Sunshine Coast. After casually dropping into the bowl, the snake was calmly removed and taken to bushland by local snake catchers. #snake #deadly #skate #skatepark #Queensland #7NEWS

The Crisafulli Government expects improved NAPLAN scores from 2026 despite Queensland schools recording their worst marks in recent years, however participation rates were the highest since 2019. 7NEWS.com.au Nathan Ferguson #7NEWS

Dredging to fix the Bribie Island break-throughs could start in a matter of weeks, after the state government fast tracked approvals. A review into the Pumicestone Passage found the community could be at risk of major flooding. 7NEWS.com.au Kristina Puljak #7NEWS

Most people on the Coast and visitors would know Erbacher's, the popular fruit and veg shop in Diddillibah. The family-run store with a lot of old school charm has just been honoured - crowned National Retailer of the Year. 7NEWS.com.au Jodie Clarke #7NEWS

A new, locally created mental health program is being rolled out in schools to help students who have experienced trauma. Experts say domestic violence, sudden loss or family disruptions can leave children feeling distressed. 7NEWS.com.au Kristina Puljak #7NEWS

Children under the age of 16 will be banned from using Youtube, as the Federal government introduces world first social media laws into parliament. As Ainsley Koch reports, Youtube was initially exempt from these laws. 7NEWS.com.au #7NEWS

A star of Sealife has celebrated international friendship day - catching up with a few underwater buddies she doesn't often visit. April the seal swapped the tank for a wander through the aquarium and waving to her fishy friends. 7NEWS.com.au Nathan Ferguson #7NEWS

Stargazers in NSW and Queensland have reported seeing glowing white shapes in the sky on Wednesday night, speculating it could be a UFO. Current theories suggest it's actually a rocket plume from a Chinese space launch. #7NEWS

Coastal councils from across the nation are coming together in Mooloolaba this week. They're swapping strategies on bouncing back from extreme weather events - and outlining the lessons learned from ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred. 7NEWS.com.au Jodie Clarke #7NEWS

Business owners in Noosa and Tewantin say the cost of living pressures are becoming so intense, some are forced to close up their shops. There are more than 60 commercial properties for lease across the region. 7NEWS.com.au Kristina Puljak #7NEWS

A house being built at Banya will be auctioned off early next year, with funds from the sale going to a special cause. Local organisation Sunnykids will use the money to assist vulnerable families escaping domestic violence. 7NEWS.com.au Nathan Ferguson #7NEWS

A special dive took place off Mooloolaba, marking the 20th anniversary of the ex-HMAS Brisbane being scuttled. The sunken ship is one of the most unique wrecks to explore in Australia, and her first explorers took the plunge again. 7NEWS.com.au Nathan Ferguson #7NEWS

Queensland creatives are getting a major boost, with nearly $40 million locked in to support local arts organisations and festivals. It's part of a bold ten year vision to back and grow the state's arts and cultural sector. 7NEWS.com.au Jodie Clarke #7NEWS

Key roads around the Coast will be closed or face delays this weekend, with more than 15,000 runners out and about for the Sunshine Coast Marathon Festival. A full list of impacted roads can be found on the Sunshine Coast Marathon website. #7NEWS

One of the last working farms in the heart of the Sunshine Coast has been sold for $93.5 million. The 39-hectare block was purchased by privately owned property development company QM Properties. It was previously owned by Maroochydore's pioneering farmer, Peter Wise. #7NEWS

Shadow health minister Mark Bailey is calling for more transparency from the state government, after neonatal services at SCUH were closed for 3 days. 7NEWS.com.au Kristina Puljak #7NEWS

Local residents have had their say on recovery works planned for the Bribie Island Breakthroughs. They met for an information session at the Caloundra RSL along with key figures in charge of delivering the project. 7NEWS.com.au Nathan Ferguson #7NEWS

A tough new law to protect buyers in the housing market has gone into effect in Queensland. The landmark scheme will mean new rules and another level of administration, and that could delay sales. 7NEWS.com.au Jodie Clarke #7NEWS