Our iconic Kings Beach Park, with its light-up fountain, endless playgrounds, and breathtaking views, has once again been awarded the prestigious Green Flag Award.

This coastal gem proves Caloundra knows how to deliver a world-class park experience.

The Green Flag Award sets the international standard for well-managed parks and green spaces, recognising those that excel in sustainability, community engagement, and quality outdoor experiences.

Only nine other parks were recognised in the prestigious awards across Australia, with Brisbane’s Roma Street Parklands and Melbourne’s iconic Werribee Park also making the list.

2025 marks the third consecutive year the Kings Beach seaside parkland precinct has earned the accolade, alongside its Sunshine Coast cousin Buderim Village Park, which has now secured two wins.

Sunshine Coast Division 2 Councillor Terry Landsberg said Kings Beach was loved for its seaside charm, natural beauty and top-tier facilities including a splash play pad, multiple playgrounds, ocean pool, amphitheatre and coastal pathways.

“It’s an honour to see Kings Beach Park and Community Precinct once again recognised on the world stage and highlight the important role green spaces like this play in supporting community wellbeing, tourism and environmental sustainability,” Cr Landsberg said.

Across the Sunshine Coast there are:

•           1180 recreation parks and open spaces

•           374 playgrounds

•           74 basketball courts

•           56 exercise equipment nodes in parks

•           46 dog exercise areas

•           29 skate parks

•           1338 shelters

•           370 drinking fountains

•           324 barbecues

•           196 public amenities.

•           178 showers