Sunshine Coast

Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY), also known as the Maroochydore Airport, has one terminal and is located 10 kilometres north of Maroochydore and 26 kilometres south of Noosa. You can get to and from the airport by taxi, shuttle bus or rental car. If you choose the last option it is recommended to book in advance. Rideshare apps, such as Uber, Shebah and Ola, are another transportation alternative. Door-to-door shuttle buses are run by Con-X-ion Airport Transfers. The shuttles run after each arrival, but it is necessary to book in advance and, depending on where you are staying, the cost will vary. A public bus operated by Translink stops to the north of the check-in area.

The Sunshine Coast has an extensive public transport network, serviced by Kinetic, with bus routes connecting the suburbs and areas on the Sunshine Coast. Buses run frequently, more during the day than at night, seven days a week. The price depends on how many zones you wish to travel through.

Suncoast Cabs is the go-to taxi operator in the region. Rideshare apps, such as Uber, Shebah and Ola, are another transportation alternative.

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Many pharmacies in Sunshine Coast are open seven days a week. Mooloolaba Beach Pharmacy is a small, independent pharmacy with excellent reputation. Chemist Warehouse is a big chain of pharmacies. Maroochy Day and Night Pharmacy has great opening hours and offers compounding services.

Country code: +61 Area code: (0)7

Australia operates on a 230/240V supply voltage and 50Hz frequency. The country uses Type I power plugs, which feature two flat pins forming a 'V' shape, along with a grounding pin. This standard is also commonly used in New Zealand, Argentina, China, and several Pacific island nations. Remember to pack a universal adapter if your devices use a different plug type to ensure hassle-free charging.