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Suncoast Community Legal Service Inc

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Suncoast Community Legal Service Inc

The Service is a not-for-profit organisation that provides legal information, advice and referrals

The Suncoast Community Legal Service Inc main office and law clinic is based in Maroochydore, Queensland and offers quality legal advice, referral information and education free-of-charge to the greater Sunshine Coast community. Services are delivered by volunteer lawyers from the local legal profession, working in conjunction with volunteer receptionists and a small team of paid staff. Suncoast C

ommunity Legal Service is aligned with community legal services across Queensland and around Australia and is accredited by the National Association of Community Legal Services.

02/06/2026

SCLS proudly attended the Aunty Betty Memorial Reconciliation Walk, recognising the importance of reconciliation and strengthening community connections.

It was wonderful to connect with our partner services, share information about our referral pathways, and learn about other support services available within the community.

National Reconciliation Week provides an important opportunity to reflect on our shared history, celebrate the cultures and contributions of our First Nation peoples, and strengthen our commitment to building respectful relationships and a more inclusive future for all Australians.

21/05/2026

This National Volunteer Week, we want to thank the 1000’s of volunteer lawyers – and our Sunshine Coast law firms – who have supported SCLS for over 42 years. Our volunteers continue to give their time, expertise and compassion to people facing some of life’s most difficult moments.

This video is a tribute to the extraordinary people who have helped shape Suncoast Community Legal Service over the past four decades – and who continue to make our community stronger, safer and more connected every day.

To every volunteer who has been part of that journey: thank you.

You are the heart of this service.

Every dollar counts in our mission to provide free legal services to vulnerable and disadvantaged residents of the Sunshine Coast.

Right now, you can double your donation — and double your impact — through a matched giving program supporting Suncoast Community Legal Service.

Every dollar you donate will be matched, up to $5000, helping to fund vital legal support for people in our community who need it most. From navigating family law issues to accessing critical advice in times of crisis, community lawyers are often the difference between vulnerability and empowerment.

Matched giving isn’t just about numbers — it’s about amplifying access to justice.

If you’ve been thinking about making a tax deductible donation before EOFY, there’s never been a better time to act. Your support today goes twice as far in helping ensure that no vulnerable person is left without the legal help they deserve.

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18/05/2026

Dear colleagues and friends,

We have made the difficult decision to cancel tomorrow's Queensland Legal Walk due to rainy weather.

While we could hold out hope for some relief from the rain, it looks very unlikely, and we need to ensure the safety of everyone participating and volunteering. Although walks in Brisbane and the south-east are cancelled, it is likely that Walks in Cairns and Townsville will proceed.

Unfortunately, we are unable to reschedule the cancelled events due to Council permit requirements and approvals.

While we are very sad to miss seeing everyone in person to celebrate Law Week and National Pro Bono Day, the most important impact of the Walk is the difference your fundraising makes.

Thanks to the Walk, each year we can provide legal help to more people in need. Your fundraising also helps pro bono clients with out-of-pocket costs. This can include helping clients pay for medical reports or transcripts needed to progress their case or helping out with practical needs such as a grocery voucher.

Recently a client told us that financial support from LawRight was the reason she could leave a violent relationship and establish a new home with her kids. That is all thanks to you. You can still donate at www.qldlegalwalk.org.au.

We will also ensure the breakfast goodies are delivered to one of our Homelessness Law partners, so they don't go to waste.

Thank you for your understanding.

LawRight team

13/05/2026

🚶‍♀️⚖️ QLD LEGAL WALK 2026 ⚖️🚶‍♂️

Join us for an early morning walk to help raise funds supporting access to justice for disadvantaged and marginalised members of our community.

The annual Queensland Legal Walk is taking place on Tuesday, 19 May 2026, bringing together legal professionals, law students, community leaders and supporters from across the Sunshine Coast. Walk alongside colleagues and community members in support of fair and equitable access to justice for all.

☀️ EVENT DETAILS
📅 Tuesday, 19 May 2026
⏰ 6:45am for a 7:00am start
📍 Meet at Cotton Tree Park, in front of the Suncoast Community Legal Service Inc office at 29 The Esplanade, Maroochydore
🚗 Parking available along The Esplanade and nearby beach car parks
💧 Bring water and comfortable walking shoes

Register your corporate team and select Sunshine Coast from the drop down https://www.qldlegalwalk.org.au/

16/04/2026

SCLS out and about in our community

We attended the Landsborough Memorial Town Hall session with Federal Member for Fisher, Andrew Wallace MP.

As the Sunshine Coast's community legal service working on the frontline in the Fisher electorate for more than 42 years, SCLS provides fortnightly outreach legal advice to some of our most vulnerable and disadvantaged community members across the Sunshine Coast. Our regular outreach locations include Beerwah Library, Caloundra Community Centre and Maleny Neighbourhood Centre.

It was a valuable opportunity to hear directly from community members and reflect on the issues being raised — particularly veterans’ support and mental health.

These are areas of significant legal need that we regularly see in our work, including providing legal advice to veterans and undertaking Mental Health Review Tribunal matters.

We remain committed to being present in our community, listening, and supporting access to justice.

10/04/2026

We’re excited to welcome -Star Dwyer from the University of the Sunshine Coast 🎉

Ruby first connected with us through the LAW423 program, where students observe real client advice sessions. Inspired by the impact of community legal work, she has now joined us as a volunteer - a great example of how early exposure can shape future legal careers.

Now in her first week, we’re thrilled to have Ruby on board, supported by Maddison Holden, who coordinates our volunteer program. As Ruby shared, “I can already tell I am going to learn so much from this opportunity” - a reflection of the hands-on experience these placements provide.

At SCLS, our student volunteer program plays an important role in both supporting service delivery and building the next generation of community-minded legal professionals. With demand for frontline legal support continuing to grow, programs like this are critical to strengthening access to justice across the Sunshine Coast.

We’re incredibly proud of our student volunteers - Bryan Bader Groeneweg Parker Stowers Callaghan Fillipi - who play an integral role in keeping our services running smoothly.

If you’re a law student interested in gaining hands-on experience while making a real difference in your community, we’d love to hear from you.

31/03/2026

📹In the news this week:

The Fair Work Commission has ruled to phase out junior pay rates for 18–20-year-olds in retail, fast food, and pharmacy, meaning young workers will gradually move to full adult wages by 2029. The change, set to begin in December, could benefit around 500,000 workers and is being hailed as a major step toward fairer pay, while junior rates will still apply to younger teens.

Need help understanding your pay or workplace rights? We offer free legal advice for young adults, get in touch:

https://suncoastcommunitylegal.org/

(07) 5376 7800

Open Monday-Friday 9-5 ⭐

17/03/2026

💜 A heartfelt thank you to Travis Schultz & Partners 💜

Suncoast Community Legal Service extends our sincerest gratitude to Travis Schultz & Partners for hosting the SCLS Wine Dinner 2026 and raising an extraordinary $50,000 in support of our work.

Your leadership and generosity directly strengthen our mission: to provide quality legal services to disadvantaged and vulnerable members of the community. Together, we are advancing access to justice and helping build a more resilient and capable Sunshine Coast community.

We also extend sincere thanks to our panel members, who highlighted the essential role of community legal services and the challenges faced by those experiencing vulnerability, particularly domestic and family violence:

The Honourable Deb Frecklington MP
The Honourable Dan Purdie MP
Marla Edwards, CEO, Suncoast Community Legal Service

A very special thank you to our event sponsors, whose commitment and generosity helped make this remarkable fundraising effort possible:

✨ Toomey Family Law
✨ Lumme Rynderman Legal
✨ Coastline BMW
✨ Fenwick Collective
✨ SV Partners
✨ John Lee Mediation
✨ Avani Mooloolaba Hotel
We also want to acknowledge 42 years of service made possible by the work of our incredible pro bono lawyers, who volunteer thousands of hours each year to support our clients. Your skill, compassion and commitment to justice are the backbone of our service.

And to our dedicated law students, who contribute their energy and time to supporting vulnerable community members — thank you. You are the future of our profession, and your service already makes a meaningful difference.

To everyone who attended, donated, bid and supported the evening — thank you.

Your generosity ensures those who need help most can access it with dignity, fairness and hope. 💜

21/01/2026

FREE LEGAL ADVICE SESSIONS 👨‍⚖️

2026 is well underway and we are back out in the community providing free legal advice in the following locations:
⭐️Maleny
⭐️Beerwah
⭐️Caloundra
⭐️Nambour
⭐️Maroochydore
⭐️Noosa

Call (07) 5376 7800 to book an appointment or head to our website to fill out a booking form - https://suncoastcommunitylegal.org/book-appointment/

18/12/2025

✨ Happy Holidays from the SCLS Team! ✨
This season, we are thankful for our community, our clients and our incredible pro bono legal and student volunteers who make access to justice and real change in our community possible. 💙

Together, we show up with care and kindness, working side by side to help build a healthy and thriving community.

🎄 Holiday Office Hours 🎄
Our office will be closed from 25 December 2025 and will reopen Monday, 5 January 2026.

Please complete your enquiries via our booking form:
👉 https://suncoastcommunitylegal.org/book-appointment/

Wishing you peace, strength and a bright year ahead! 🌟

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Level 3, 29 The Esplanade, Cotton Tree
Sunshine Coast, QLD
4558

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61753767800

Website

http://suncoastcommunitylegal.org/

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