The fourth annual Sunshine Coast People’s Choice Awards wrapped up on Thursday, August 29th, marking a spectacular conclusion to this year’s event! With over 20% more people participating compared to previous years, the Sunshine Coast community came together to support their favourite local businesses in a big way. From discovering new hidden gems to rallying behind beloved favourites, your votes helped shine a spotlight on the diverse and vibrant businesses that make our region so special.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who cast their vote and to all the incredible businesses that were nominated. We hope the Sunshine Coast People’s Choice Awards brought some excitement to your summer and inspired you to explore all the incredible options our coast has to offer. And of course, a special shoutout to our sponsors – SCREDO, Sunshine Coast Community Forest, Coast Care, and Chambers Plan – for making this event possible.

If you’re curious to see who took the top spots, stay tuned for the October 18th release of the special Coast Reporter feature, where we’ll unveil the top three businesses in each category. In the meantime, you can still browse the full list of nominees on our website here.

We also invite you to start planning for next year! The 2025 nomination period will open in May and will again be hosted by us, the Sunshine Coast Chamber of Commerce, and the Coast Reporter. So whether you’re looking to nominate your own business or give a shout-out to your local favourites, mark your calendars and get ready to Coast Your Vote.

As we transition from summer into the holiday season, we’re excited to announce our next big initiative: #KeepItCoastal. This campaign encourages everyone to shop locally for the holidays and support our Sunshine Coast businesses. Stay tuned for more details on our social media channels and in our upcoming newsletter.