Coast a dangerous place to live, says interim report
An interim report from a Citizens’ Inquiry into the health impacts of coal-fired power stations conducted recently at Budgewoi has found that the Central Coast and Lake Macquarie are dangerous…
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Budgewoi residents fed up with beach carpark campers
Budgewoi residents are fed up with “squatters” living for weeks or even months at a time in carparks at Lakes Beach in tents, caravans and motor homes. One resident who…
Hills Hoist art installation promotes sustainability
A unique art installation at Mackenzie Reserve at Budgewoi, the Hills Hoist Clothesline Exchange, incorporates an Australian icon and sustainability. Created by Sydney-based artist and costume designer Eve Rinaldi, the…
Traffic improvements for Budgewoi
The State Government is set to invest $6M in improvements to Scenic Dr at Budgewoi and residents are invited to have a say in what should be done. More than…
Central Coast restaurants scoop the pools at recent awards
Two Central Coast restaurants were named category winners in the recent Restaurant and Catering Australia’s 2024 Restaurant & Catering Hostplus Awards for Excellence for Sydney and Regional NSW. The Cowrie…
Halekulani book fair and fete
Halekulani Community Library at Budgewoi is inviting residents to its annual Book Fair and Fete from 9am-1pm on Saturday, October 12. To be held at Halekulani Hall in Noela Pl,…
Independent Sandra Harris runs for Budgewoi
Sandra Harris will run as an Independent in the Budgewoi ward in the September 14 Council election. The 46-year-old mum has lived on the Coast for 45 of her 46…
Central Coast in need of more swim teachers
AUSTSWIM is on the lookout for more people to become swimming teachers on the Central Coast. The not-for-profit registered training organisation is the approved provider of the Teacher of Swimming…
Expert panel lined-up for citizens inquiry
Future Sooner has assembled a panel of eight of Australia’s leading doctors, professors, academics and health experts for its Citizens Inquiry on August 25. It will be the first inquiry…
Future Sooner wants to hear your health stories
A letter from NSW Health Minister Ryan Park has fuelled a campaign by the Future Sooner group to eliminate health risks posed by coal-fired power stations at Eraring and Vales…
Budgewoi road gets $3.7M in budget
Roadworks in Budgewoi and Lake Munmorah along with sports oval lighting and the coastal walkway are among the projects funded in the NSW Labor Government’s second Budget announced on June…
Major boost for The Lakes surf club
The Lakes Surf Life Saving Club at Budgewoi has received $31,511 for the installation of solar panels, lighting upgrades and a replacement garage door through the NSW Government’s Surf Club…
Freemasons and Bulldogs celebrate 10 years of friendship
Freemasons on the Central Coast (FotCC) and the Central Coast Bulldogs (CCB) celebrated the 10th anniversary of their association recently at Budgewoi Soccer Club. The Central Coast Bulldogs is an…
Fostering cultural connection through song
Australian World Music star Mitch Tambo visited Budgewoi Primary School and Avoca Pre-school recently as part of his Walanbaa Youth Tour. Throughout the tour, Tambo will visit schools, learning centres…
New jet ski for The Lakes Beach
The Lakes Beach at Budgewoi is one of 14 beaches in NSW set to receive a new jet ski thanks to a $23M investment in Surf Life Saving NSW (SLSNSW)…
Small Business Month events
Coastal Towns Business Chamber will host two events during Small Business Month. On October 19, the annual Small Business Month Expo will be held at The Ary, Toukley, sponsored by…
Annual book fair at Budgewoi
There will be thousands of pre-loved books on offer at the annual Book Fair and Fete to be held at Halekulani Hall on Saturday, October 7. The fair is the…
Who owns this plaque?
The Doyalson-Wyee RSL Sub-Branch is on the hunt for the owner of a plaque which was found at Budgewoi. The plaque was handed in to the sub-branch after it was…
Public toilets re-open following vandalism repairs
Central Coast Council has completed repair work on several public toilet blocks which were vandalised last month. The senseless spree of vandalism forced the closure of some public and disabled…
New beacons could be a life saver
Residents and holiday makers at a number of popular Central Coast swimming spots will be a little safer following the installation of new lifesaving technology at The Entrance Channel, Budgewoi…