Celebrating local excellence
EDITORIAL In 2023, the Central Coast has once again proved that it is a hotbed of talent and achievement, with residents from various fields clinching numerous state, national and international…
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Lend your voice to childcare survey
Parents and carers with on-the-ground experiences of finding childcare on the Central Coast are being encouraged to share their stories in a new survey aimed at helping identify the sector’s…
Voluntary Assisted Dying legislation welcomed locally
On Tuesday, November 28, NSW will become the final state in Australia to implement a Voluntary Assisted Dying Law. Dying with Dignity (DWD) NSW Director and Central Coast resident Dr…
Reid calls for fairer petrol prices
Federal Member for Robertson Gordon Reid is demanding an explanation on why petrol prices on the Central Coast are so high. Reid said people in the region were paying more…
Central Coast loses out in Country Bash
CRICKET Central Coast lost the final against Riverina in the Southern Pool of the Plan B Country Bash on November 23. In Round 1, Central Coast competed against Western, winning…
Opposition Leader pops in for a visit
Member for Terrigal Adam Crouch says a recent two-day visit to the region by Leader of the Opposition Mark Speakman has reinforced the NSW Liberals’ “rock solid commitment” to the…
Crouch speaks out on childcare crisis
Member for Terrigal Adam Crouch has outlined to State Parliament the childcare difficulties being faced by Central Coast parents. Crouch’s speech reinforced his sponsorship of an e-petition launched by Bensville…
New prostate cancer treatment option
The Central Coast has come in at number five on a list of 20 regional and suburban “hot spots” across Australia where prostate cancer is diagnosed late, and men are…
Changed traffic conditions next week
Motorists are advised of changed overnight traffic conditions from November 19-21 to carry out safety maintenance work at five sites across Green Point, Kincumber, The Entrance and East Gosford. Transport…
Hundreds attend Remembrance Day services
Hundreds of residents attended Remembrance Day services all over the Central Coast, from the Woy Woy Peninsula to the northern reaches of the region on Saturday, November 11. Central Coast…
Industree Group is all about sustainability
Dedicated to minimising its impact on the environment and seeking improved future outcomes, Central Coast-based company Industree Group has introduced a number of significant sustainability initiatives, with more to come….
Recognising our para sporting champs
Eight Central Coast para sporting champions have been celebrated at a special afternoon tea organised by Federal Member for Robertson Gordon Reid. Each champion was the recipient of funding support…
Optus network puts the Coast on hold
A national Optus network outage on Wednesday, November 8, left Central Coast customers without access to their phones, online banking and other services for hours. The outage effectively put commerce…
Students pitch in to keep waterways clean
Students from Kincumber High School and Green Point Christian College have removed 1.64 tonne of rubbish from Kincumber Creek and the Broadwater through the Clean4shore program during three recent field…
Slingsby inducted into Sailing Hall of Fame
Central Coast sailor Tom Slingsby has been inducted into the Australian Sailing Hall of Fame, acknowledging his exceptional performance and contribution at the highest level to the sport. The announcement…
Planning panel to decide fate of Umina development
The fate of a $1.095M multi-dwelling housing development proposed for 8 Priestman Ave, Umina, will be decided by the Local Planning Panel at its November 9 meeting. The proposal, to…
Edible Garden Trail a huge success
The 2023 Central Coast Edible Garden Trail on October 21-22 saw more than 650 people visit about 50 gardens all over the region in its second year. Event organisers Anna…
Veterans’ forum on Kokoda Day
State and Federal Government representatives met with Central Coast veterans and the defence community on Kokoda Day (November 3) to focus on veteran wellbeing, mental health and support to transition…
The Central Coast’s vital role in Australia’s tourism industry
EDITORIAL: The Central Coast has recently achieved a remarkable feat, securing its place on the list of the top 10 domestic travel destinations in the country. This accolade is a…
Thousands of Coasties have easier access to bulk billing
More than 50,000 children and their families and more than 130,000 pensioners and concession cardholders on the Central Coast will find it easier to see a bulk billed GP after…