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Helmets on, boots in the dust, and adrenaline coursing through their ranks. 7NEWS reporter Maeve Dougherty joined Townsville's 3rd Brigade as they completed military war exercises, to see what it takes to be ready for anything. 7NEWS.com.au Maeve Dougherty #7NEWS

New charges have been laid against former Coast surf coach Connor Lyons. He made a shock admission in court when asked if he could write letters to the families of the children he had offended. Maeve Dougherty has the details. 7NEWS.com.au Maeve Dougherty #7NEWS

Golden Beach locals are fearing a third tidal breakthrough could impact Bribie Island - threatening homes, marinas, and the safety of anyone near the water. 7NEWS.com.au Maeve Dougherty #7NEWS

A former Coast surf coach accused of indecent treatment of children has made another shock admission in court. Connor Lyons says he will plead guilty to all charges against him. Maeve Dougherty has the details. 7NEWS.com.au Maeve Dougherty #7NEWS

What began as a small family-run initiative has grown into a vital lifeline for people living rough in Caloundra. But with demand for the Community Care Packs skyrocketing, organisers say they're struggling to keep up. 7NEWS.com.au Maeve Dougherty #7NEWS

From main streets to muddy creek beds - Nambour's homeless are now living in flood prone areas after being forced out of the CBD. Nambour's Housing crisis is deepening, and locals say it's time for the government to act. 7NEWS.com.au Maeve Dougherty #7NEWS

Two men have been charged for allegedly accessing and possessing child exploitation material on the Coast. One of the men is accused of using social media, to convince a child to perform sexual acts. 7NEWS.com.au Maeve Dougherty #7NEWS

A young Scouts leader accused of sneaking into children's tents at a campground on the Sunshine Coast faced court today for the first time. Police say he stole the underwear of children and would peep into the bathrooms. 7NEWS.com.au Maeve Dougherty #7NEWS

There was a terrifying wake-up call for a group of homeless campers this morning, off Steve Irwin Way. A fire tore through multiple tents and caravans, with police investigating rumours it may have been sparked over a love triangle. 7NEWS.com.au Maeve Dougherty #7NEWS

A man has been charged after he allegedly set fire to a rest area being used by the homeless. Many have lost everything they own and now have nowhere to go. Maeve Dougherty has more. 7NEWS.com.au Maeve Dougherty #7NEWS

A regular shift quickly turned into a nightmare for staff at a Sippy Downs Indian restaurant, after they were attacked by two boys armed with a fire extinguisher. The ambush also caused hundreds of dollars worth of damage. 7NEWS.com.au Maeve Dougherty #7NEWS

A 37-year old man will remain behind bars for allegedly making threats while armed with a homemade firearm and meat cleaver. He was arrested in Buderim yesterday afternoon, with his case mentioned in court this morning. 7NEWS.com.au Maeve Dougherty #7NEWS

Holiday plans are being thrown into disarray, with flights into New South Wales cancelled due to a dangerous weather system, being described as a 'bomb cyclone'. Emergency services here are now bracing for strong winds tomorrow. 7NEWS.com.au Maeve Dougherty #7NEWS

Cafes on the Coast are under pressure with closures brewing and coffee prices soaring. Now a Noosa Coffee Roaster is encouraging residents to buy a brew and support their local barista. 7NEWS.com.au Maeve Dougherty #7NEWS

A man charged with accessing and possessing child exploitation material faced Maroochydore Magistrates court today. It's part of an investigation led by specialist detectives investigating child sexual abuse online. 7NEWS.com.au Maeve Dougherty #7NEWS

Living in fear - that's how residents describe life inside a Maroochydore complex. It's the same place where the gruesome discovery of two bodies was made a week ago, with police still yet to rule out suspicious circumstances. 7NEWS.com.au Maeve Dougherty #7NEWS

A baby has died at a campsite near Gympie - in a tragic incident that's left police searching for answers. Campers at Chatsworth Park woke to panicked scenes on Saturday morning, and now investigators are calling for witnesses. 7NEWS.com.au Maeve Dougherty #7NEWS

A Nambour community has rallied behind a homeless man after his camp was torched in a late-night attack. Police say investigations are ongoing - trying to find out who lit the match that destroyed a man's home. 7NEWS.com.au Maeve Dougherty #7NEWS

A proposed Woolworths in Cooroy is dividing opinion, with some saying it will be a welcome addition, while others say it's a threat to small-town character. Noosa Council is asking residents to get online and have their say. 7NEWS.com.au Maeve Dougherty #7NEWS

Buderim residents are calling for stronger rules on bike paths - following reports teens are being reckless on e-bikes at the new pump track. They say young children are being intimidated and put in danger. 7NEWS.com.au Maeve Dougherty #7NEWS