Somersby land to be rezoned
Gosford Council has supported the preparation of a planning proposal to rezone an area of land along Peats Ridge Rd at Somersby that would potentially allow for several new rural residences. The land was previously…
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Composting Cannon wins three awards at expo
Avoca resident Greg Hales has been awarded the inaugural Swane Innovator Trophy for his composting invention, the Composting Cannon, in the Nursery and Garden Industry, NSW and ACT’s Fusion Innovation…
Waterfront development mired in controversy
Gosford Council has presented an Erina-based company with an opportunity to revitalise part of the Gosford Waterfront right beside the Brian McGowan Bridge. Following a call for expressions of interest…
Pluim Constructions to refurbish Imperial Centre
The refurbishment of Imperial Shopping Centre in Gosford is imminent with the recent appointment of local building firm, Pluim Constructions, to undertake the $15 million project. The refurbishment will include new facades, a new…
EPA issues clean up notice after fire
The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has issued a Clean-up Notice to Par Recycling Pty Ltd, a waste storage and sorting facility for yellow bin recyclables based at Somersby, after…
Home Business Park to have reduced home business elements
Gosford Council has endorsed the preparation of a planning proposal that would enable a number of changes to the Parkside Home Business Park development in Kings Ave at Terrigal. Council…
Scottish retailer moves to Gosford
Douglas McFarland, owner of McFarland Scottish and Celtic Supplies, has decided to invest in Gosford City and move his family business into Mann St. McFarland Scottish and Celtic Supplies is…
Samuel Grose joins Deloitte
Samuel Grose, a 2011 graduate from St Philip’s Christian College (SPCC), has been accepted into an internship with Deloitte, one of the global Big Four accounting firms. This process started in…
Council to further enhance use of local businesses
Gosford Council will review its procurement policy to see whether it can further enhance the opportunities for local suppliers and contractors who do business with council. A report will be…
JobsOnTheCoast expands
The success of Gosford based jobs website JobsOnTheCoast. com. au has prompted expansion interstate to Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. The founder of the now three websites, Mr Tim O’Brien, launched the…
Ticketek and VIP renew agreements
Ticketek will continue to manage ticketing and access control services at Central Coast Stadium for the next five years. With well-formed relationships with Australia’s major sporting codes, Ticketek uses innovative…
Master Chef opens cooking school
Australia’s first Master Chef winner Julie Goodwin has opened her own cooking school Julie’s Place for cooking classes, special events and functions. Julie’s Place was launched on Thursday, June 12,…
Creative partnership projects sought
Art Central is seeking proposals for new, Central Coast-based creative partnership projects that will be delivered between July this year and June next year. Between $5,000 and 20,000 in funding…
Business Chambers’ Awards held
The Gosford City and Erina Chambers Awards event were held at Gosford RSL on Wednesday, June 11, with winners announced in seven different categories. The Awards honoured the best of…
Jobs for people with disability
Job Centre Australia and the Gosford RSL are continuing to grow their partnership to provide people with disability an opportunity for employment. Job Centre Australia CEO Mr Chris Connor said:…
EPA issues clean up penalty notice
The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has issued two penalty notices to Timecon Pty Ltd, for failing to comply with a clean-up notice issued to the company for the unlawful…
4.3 million upgrade at Gosford Racecourse
Gosford Race Club chairman Mr Michael Cusick gas announced a $4.3 million upgrade of customer facilities at Gosford Racecourse which will enhance patron comfort when attending events at Gosford Racecourse….
McDonald’s licensees receive top international award
With 10 restaurants under their belts, Ron and Sandra Mussalli have been selected as this years recipients of the McDonald’s Golden Arch Award. The Mussalli’s McDonald’s restaurants are all on the Central Coast and include…
Trade Support Loans for apprentices
The Abbot Coalition Government is building a stronger economy by supporting apprentices to successfully complete their qualifications, according to Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks. Ms Wicks said the Government…
Survival experts to use Glenworth Valley
Australia’s largest horse riding and outdoor adventure centre, Glenworth Valley Outdoor Adventures, has announced a collaborative venture with Australian Survival Instructors (ASI), Australia’s leading bush survival experts. The multi award-winning outdoor adventure centre has agreed to offer 600 acres of…