Best pie in uniquely Aussie awards
It’s no secret there are plenty of good pies in Australia, but Shhmoakesys Gourmet Pies at Kincumber has come out on top in Wotif’s Uniquely Aussie Awards. Shhmoakesys took out…
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Branching out to help Central Coast Zoo
Hunter Water, and one of its project contractors, Diona, have banded together to provide foliage and native mulch for wildlife exhibits by moving approximately 20 trees from a construction site…
Gosford’s Frangipani cafe closes its doors after 21 years
One of Gosford CBD’s most loved cafes closed its doors on Friday, October 28 to the great consternation of local customers and staff. The cafe, owned and managed by local…
Spring Soiree a resounding success
A night of twilight tastings in the garden grounds of Firescreek Winery at the Central Coast Makers Trail Spring Soiree on September 28 was a resounding success. Guests sampled oysters,…
Showcasing small business at Toukley expo
Coastal Towns Business Chamber-Upper Central Coast is holding a free expo for Small Business Month during November. The Small Business Expo on Thursday, November 17 will showcase products and services…
Makers Trail growing strongly
The Central Coast Makers Trail is growing strongly with four new attractions added to the popular tourist trail in October. The four new artisan producers to join the ‘Central Coast…
Bank merger set to go ahead in March
Greater Bank and Newcastle Permanent are set to officially merge next March after members strongly voted in favour of the move to create one of Australia’s leading customer-owned banks. The…
Collaboration on developing the Coast
Collaboration between all stakeholders in the progression of development on the Central Coast continues to improve, with Regional Development Australia Central Coast (RDACC) and the Urban Development Institute of Australia…
UDIA commends Plan’s focus on housing supply
The Central Coast Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) has commended the focus on “development ready” housing supply in the Central Coast Regional Plan 2041 which was publicly released on…
Woolworths food drive to help needy Coasties
Woolworths customers at Erina, Gosford and Lisarow are being asked to help provide food relief to those experiencing hardship in the lead-up to Christmas. The initiative runs from November 2-15,…
Regional plan for next 20 years on Coast revealed
Encouraging more diverse housing, prioritising infrastructure delivery and revitalising the night-time economy are features of an updated vision for the Central Coast. Minister for Planning and Minister for Homes, Anthony…
Capital works projects brought forward
Central Coast Council has adjusted its Capital Works program budget to bring forward a number of shovel ready projects across the region. An extraordinary meeting on October 31 heard that…
Link and Pin puts out call for help
As popular Woy Woy café Link and Pin struggles to stay afloat following COVID lockdowns and severe weather events over the past two years, the owners have started a Gofundme…
Government looks at updating tenancy laws
The NSW Government is looking to investigating whether or not residential tenancy laws need updating and is looking for feedback from Central Coast real estate agents, tenants and housing groups….
New plans for Avoca Beach theatre revamp
Avoca Beach Picture Theatre owners Norman and Beth Hunter have revealed their revamped plan to upgrade the iconic cinema, with submissions on the latest Development Application (DA) to be accepted…
Groundswell of opposition to power station sale
Eleven community groups have joined forces in a groundswell of local opposition to the sale of Vales Point Power Station to Czech company, Sev.en Global Investments. In September Sunset Power…
Ecovillage meets another sustainability goal
Narara Ecovillage has reached another milestone towards sustainable living with the installation of a large solar-powered community battery and supporting smart grid. It enables the village of 100-plus residents to…
Coast gets $17M for Food Manufacturing & Innovation Hub
After a decade of planning, partnerships and lobbying Frank Sammut of Central Coast Industry Connect is cautiously optimistic about the Federal Budget allocation of $17.2 million to build its Food…
Online interactive map of infrastructure works
Central Coast Council now has an online Capital Works Program Map to help residents stay up to date with the rollout of infrastructure works across the region. The interactive map…
“Reasonable” budget could be overshadowed: Business NSW
Business NSW Central Coast has acknowledged the Federal Government’s commitment to its election promises and putting fiscal repair at the heart of this week’s Federal Budget, which forecasts a challenging…