Harvest Festival celebrates Coast’s hinterland
The Central Coast’s annual Harvest Festival returns over the June 7 and 8 weekend offering an opportunity to explore the region’s picturesque hinterland, discover local produce and experience the charm…
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Addressing childhood asthma clusters
Asthma Australia is urging all political parties to prioritise the health of children on the Central Coast by supporting the Healthy Futures for Kids with Asthma program, which aims to…
Youth Week Awards spotlight go-getters
The 2025 Central Coast Youth Week Awards were announced on April 10, shining a spotlight on some remarkable young individuals who are making a difference. The awards, which coincide with…
Police seek help following woman’s death
Police are appealing to the public for information after the death of a woman on the Central Coast. At about 3am on Sunday, March 23, officers attached to Brisbane Water…
Coast gears up for Anzac Day
Sub-Branches all over the Central Coast are gearing up for this year’s Anzac Day services, with thousands of people expected to participate regionwide. One of the Coast’s largest and best…
Tale of wartime adventures
Like many fellow Coasties, Trish Skehan of Empire Bay found herself at a loose end in 2020, during the COVID-19 lockdown. A chance offer from a workmate opened up a…
Housing crisis deepens on the Coast
The Central Coast is facing a deepening housing crisis, with rising rental and mortgage stress, and a growing social housing shortfall, according to Everybody’s Home. Everybody’s Home is a national…
Hospitals limp through doctors’ strike
Central Coast hospitals limped along with reduced numbers of doctors on site this week, along with others in the state, as members of ASMOF (the Australian Salaried Medical Officers Federation)…
JP forum set for Red Tree Theatre
The NSW Justices Association provides highly sought after voluntary Justice of the Peace services in all seven Central Coast Libraries, and many main shopping centres, every day of the week…
Top action as rugby comp kicks off
Round one of the the WLG Premier 1 Rugby Competition, named for major sponsor Wyong Leagues Group, saw some exciting action on April 5. Match of the Day at Ourimbah…
Addressing the homelessness crisis
With homelessness on the rise on the Central Coast, Health on the Streets has launched its latest impact initiative to support those living on the margins. Health on the Streets…
Improving emergency responses on water
More than 25 people commandeered eight jetskis and a rescue vessel recently in an exercise designed to improve the emergency response tactics of Marine Rescue volunteers on Brisbane Water and…
ACTU brings payrise push to Central Coast
ACTU Secretary Sally McManus was on the Central Coast on Friday, April 4, talking to workers about the union’s push for a 4.5% wage rise. McManus said the rise, to…
Lots on offer during Youth Week
Central Coast Council has a big line-up of events for NSW Youth Week, running from April 9-17. The week-long celebration offers young people across the region opportunities to connect, develop…
Blitz on construction site safety
A safety blitz on the Central Coast in recent weeks has seen SafeWork NSW inspectors out in force to keep an eye on the region’s building sites. The most prevalent…
Paid helpers needed for election
The Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) is calling for members of the Central Coast community to register their interest for a paid role to help give locals the opportunity to vote…
Raising awareness of epilepsy
Two Central Coast locals stepped up as Purple Heroes last month, raising vital awareness and funds for epilepsy research and support services during Make March Purple month. The national initiative…
A new era in junior basketball
A new era in junior basketball has arrived with the launch of Iron Tigers Basketball Club, already making a powerful impact in its debut season. With 15 teams competing across…
Investigation into ‘bias-related assaults’ linked to dating app
Police are investigating the assaults and robberies of three separate men on the Central Coast on Sunday, March 30. The three men reported being lured to meetings by deceptive profiles…
Keep cats indoors, says Invasive Species Council
The Invasive Species Council has welcomed a review of outdated laws regarding the containment of cats, with new data showing the Central Coast has the second-highest incidence of cats killing…