131 unit development at Erina proposed
Residents have until November 2 to file a submission on a proposal for a major housing development at Erina. The proposal, for 85-91 Karalta Rd, would see a mix of…
Business
Survey points to future growth in co-working
The advent of COVID-19 has seen a dramatic increase in the number of Central Coast residents working from their homes, according to a survey by The Foundry Cowork into how…
Young St development a ‘catalyst to revitalise West Gosford’
Residents have until November 1 to make a submission on a major mixed used development proposed for 10 Young St, West Gosford. The 5-14 storey development would include retail premises…
Councils commit to a sustainable recovery
Central Coast Council is among more than 40 councils nationwide to commit to a sustainable economic recovery following COVID-19. A joint statement released by the councils commits to economic recovery…
New destination venue for Terrigal beachfront
Fancy a Bubble O Bill cocktail to wash down that Flamin’ Hot Dorito Fried Chicken? Well burger restaurant, Milky Lane, will give you that opportunity when it opens its sixth…
Aurrum Aged Care had a major renovation
Aurrum Aged Care Norah Head has a new look. The care home has been in the throes of a major renovation for the past few months and now staff have…
Apprentice and trainee wage subsidy welcomed
Business NSW Central Coast has praised a Federal Government subsidy for apprentices and traineeships which will see their wages subsidised for 12 months and act as an incentive for the…
Chef celebrates 20 years at restaurant
A Pearl Beach restaurant has celebrated the 20-year service of owner Mr Scott Fox as head chef. Mr Fox became joint owner of Pearls on the Beach restaurant, with his…
Important needs in our local community overlooked in Budget
Federal Member for Dobell, Emma McBride, says that what is disturbing about the Federal Budget announced on October 7, is that so many needs that are important in our local…
Business women’s network expands to the Peninsula
The Community and Business Women’s Network (CBWN) is expanding to the Peninsula with the first event scheduled for October 28 at Umina Beach. The CBWN aims to unite women on…
Submissions open for East Gosford affordable housing development
Submissions will close on November 6 on a proposed eight-unit affordable housing development in Russell St, East Gosford. A Statement of Environmental Effects (SEE) lodged with the Development Application (DA)says…
Submissions close on gateway redevelopment
Submissions have closed on a $300M mixed use precinct proposed for a large block of land opposite Gosford railway station, with the Department of Planning now calling on the proponent…
Support program for struggling small business
Small business owners feeling overwhelmed by the impact of the coronavirus have been offered a lifeline, with Beyond Blue launching a new initiative to support their mental health. Australian Small…
Enter the Fibre Zone
Businesses across the Central Coast are now able to request high-speed fibre broadband with NBN Co rolling out a new Business Fibre Initiative, as part of a $700M package to…
Significant reforms to Australia’s solvency framework
The Federal Government is set to undertake the most significant reforms to Australia’s solvency framework in 30 years as part of its economic recovery plan. The reforms, which draw on…
Much more social housing needed
Labor MPs and welfare organisations are calling for more social housing projects on the Central Coast, with Coast Shelter reporting there are more than 1300 people on social housing waiting…
More than just a recycling centre
The Australian Men’s Shed Association has supported the health and wellbeing of older men for over 20 years, an act of kindness local, Ross Murray, has received firsthand. Murray reflected…
Tourism boom over the long weekend
It was a busy long weekend across the Central Coast as tourists flocked in from Sydney and further afield.
Naughty Noodle secures National SEFA Partnership
Central Coast arts and culture organisation Naughty Noodle Fun Haus is celebrating its second birthday with a new partnership set to help expand its operations. The organisation’s progressive and resilient…
Holiday long weekend boom
It was a busy long weekend across the Central Coast as tourists flocked in from Sydney and further afield. Hotspots such as Terrigal, The Entrance and Killcare all saw an…