Region in Queensland, Australia
Internet in Sunshine Coast: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Sunshine Coast?
Median fixed broadband in Australia is 174 Mbps and mobile is 121 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Free wifi in most cafés; mobile coverage is good along the coast, patchier in the hinterland.
Getting online in Sunshine Coast
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | NBN plans of 50–100 Mbps for about A$70–90 a month; Maroochydore has the best fixed options. |
| Cafés and coworking | Free wifi in most cafés; mobile coverage is good along the coast, patchier in the hinterland. |
| Tourist SIM | Prepaid SIMs from airports, supermarkets and post offices, about A$30–50 for 28 days; passport ID check at activation. Telstra covers the outback best. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Telstra, Optus, Vodafone |
| Monthly data plan | A$30–50 ($21–35) |
Coworking in Sunshine Coast
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in Oceania
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | 215 Mbps | 145 Mbps |
| Australia | 174 Mbps | 121 Mbps |
| Papua New Guinea | 68 Mbps | — |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Sunshine Coast?
Median fixed broadband in Australia is 174 Mbps and mobile is 121 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Free wifi in most cafés; mobile coverage is good along the coast, patchier in the hinterland.
Which SIM card should I get in Sunshine Coast?
Prepaid SIMs from airports, supermarkets and post offices, about A$30–50 for 28 days; passport ID check at activation. Telstra covers the outback best.
Can I use an eSIM in Australia?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Australia
- Telstra
- Optus
- Vodafone
- Translink Queensland
- Sunshine Coast Airport
- Visit Sunshine Coast
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.