The Chronicle – Sunshine Coast mayor Mark Jamieson say the council should have an open mind on putting a casino in Maroochydore, saying it will benefit tourism. The council yesterday unveiled plans for the redevelopment of Horton Park Golf Course to create a new heart for the Sunshine Coast. The unfunded plans include an international hotel, exhibition and convention centre. Speaking on the ABC, Mr Jamieson said the council should consider the arguments for and against a casino in Maroochydore. “Certainly if we want to appeal to the Asia-Pacific, particularly the Chinese market, casinos are seen by them as being…