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Sunshine Coast police are warning parents after repeated large youth gatherings and alleged antisocial behaviour around local beaches.
Sunshine Coast police have issued a warning to parents and guardians following repeated incidents involving large groups of young people gathering around local beaches.
Police were called to Oceanic Drive, Buddina, on Friday, August 14, after receiving multiple noise complaints. A large group of youths had gathered in the area and were subsequently directed to move on.
Police say similar incidents have occurred in the same area, with several young people allegedly arrested and charged with offences including public nuisance and obstructing police.
Authorities are now increasing their monitoring of locations where these gatherings occur. Police have indicated that additional resources may be deployed when necessary to maintain public safety and prevent further antisocial behaviour.
The warning is directed particularly towards parents and guardians, with police encouraging them to speak with young people about the potential consequences of risky or unlawful behaviour.
The incidents have raised concerns about public nuisance, disruption to residents and the safety of young people attending large gatherings. Police are encouraging families to understand where their children are going and who they are spending time with.
Authorities have also indicated that specialist resources, including the Mounted Unit and POLAIR, may be used as part of ongoing policing operations in areas where large gatherings take place.
The police response is intended to prevent incidents from escalating and to maintain a safe environment for residents, visitors and young people using Sunshine Coast beaches.
Police have emphasised that antisocial behaviour will not be tolerated. Officers are continuing to monitor the affected locations and may take enforcement action where offences are identified.
The latest warning comes as local authorities continue to deal with community concerns about youth behaviour in public spaces. While gatherings themselves are not necessarily unlawful, police intervention may occur when behaviour results in offences, significant disruption or safety concerns.
Parents are being encouraged to have conversations with their children about responsible behaviour, respecting local residents and following directions from police officers.
The incidents are currently being handled as a local community-safety and policing matter. Any charges laid against individual young people remain allegations unless proven through the appropriate legal process.
The police warning was published today, 21 August 2026, making this a current Sunshine Coast crime and community-safety story.
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Sunshine Coast police have issued a warning to parents and guardians following repeated incidents involving large groups of young people gathering around local beaches.
Police were called to Oceanic Drive, Buddina, on Friday, August 14, after receiving multiple noise complaints. A large group of youths had gathered in the area and were subsequently directed to move on.
Police say similar incidents have occurred in the same area, with several young people allegedly arrested and charged with offences including public nuisance and obstructing police.
Authorities are now increasing their monitoring of locations where these gatherings occur. Police have indicated that additional resources may be deployed when necessary to maintain public safety and prevent further antisocial behaviour.
The warning is directed particularly towards parents and guardians, with police encouraging them to speak with young people about the potential consequences of risky or unlawful behaviour.
The incidents have raised concerns about public nuisance, disruption to residents and the safety of young people attending large gatherings. Police are encouraging families to understand where their children are going and who they are spending time with.
Authorities have also indicated that specialist resources, including the Mounted Unit and POLAIR, may be used as part of ongoing policing operations in areas where large gatherings take place.
The police response is intended to prevent incidents from escalating and to maintain a safe environment for residents, visitors and young people using Sunshine Coast beaches.
Police have emphasised that antisocial behaviour will not be tolerated. Officers are continuing to monitor the affected locations and may take enforcement action where offences are identified.
The latest warning comes as local authorities continue to deal with community concerns about youth behaviour in public spaces. While gatherings themselves are not necessarily unlawful, police intervention may occur when behaviour results in offences, significant disruption or safety concerns.
Parents are being encouraged to have conversations with their children about responsible behaviour, respecting local residents and following directions from police officers.
The incidents are currently being handled as a local community-safety and policing matter. Any charges laid against individual young people remain allegations unless proven through the appropriate legal process.
The police warning was published today, 21 August 2026, making this a current Sunshine Coast crime and community-safety story.
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