Pass workers comp reforms, says Business NSW
Hundreds of Central Coast businesses could be forced to close their doors if they have to endure an eye-watering 36% or more increase in workers’ compensation premiums over the next…
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Young men need to look after mental health
Kids Helpline is encouraging boys and young men on the Central Coast to take time to prioritise their mental health as part of International Men’s Health Week (June 9-15). CEO…
Coasties named in King’s Birthday Honours List
Eleven Coasties have been recognised in the King’s Birthday honours list. The region saw one AO appointment, three AM appointments, six OAMs awarded and one Meritorious award. Individuals are appointed…
Government help in wake of flooding
The Federal and NSW Governments are delivering more funding to help communities recover from the recent severe flooding across the state. This will include damage caused by east coast severe…
Merge dating brings back people power
In an era where dating often means endless swiping, awkward messaging and ghosting, one company is steering singles back to the basics – genuine, in-person connection. Merge Dating was created…
ETU blames inefficiency for train hold-ups
The Electrical Trades Union (ETU) has blamed the inefficiency of Sydney Trains for the rail disruptions on May 22 which inconvenienced hundreds of Central Coast commuters. While trains direct to…
Adssi In-Home Support thanks volunteers
Adssi In-Home Support is celebrating the volunteers who make it possible for the organisation to support older people across the Central Coast during National Volunteer Week (May 19-25). John Baillie,…
Popular writers festival celebrates five years
Authors and journalists are set to descend on the Central Coast this month when Words on the Waves Writers’ Festival celebrates its fifth year of author talks, industry panels, literary…
Smith Family improving students’ lives
During National Volunteer Week (May 19-25) The Smith Family is celebrating the role of volunteers in strengthening local communities, while helping to improve the lives of students experiencing disadvantage through…
Raquel doing her bit to change the world
Raquel Manning of Blue Diamond Property Group has been named Hall of Fame Award winner at the 2025 Women Changing the World Awards. The awards recognise the remarkable impact of…
Rain set to get worse; be prepared
Central Coast residents should be aware that local weather conditions are set to worsen throughout the day on Thursday, May 22, and into next week. On Wednesday night, May 21,…
Torrential rains cause havoc – natural disaster declared
Torrential rains and high winds have caused havoc around the Central Coast over the past week, with road closures and storm damage rife. As a result, a natural disaster was…
Two podium spots for paddler Natalia
Central Coast paddler Natalia Drobot has achieved two podium finishes at the 2025 ICF Canoe Sprint World Cup 1 in Szeged, Hungary. The 20-year-old started the international season with a…
Rock fishers warned to take care
As strong surf and wild weather continues to pummel Central Coast beaches, rock fishers are being advised to take extreme caution this week. A Hazardous Surf Warning is currently in…
Eight new paramedics headed to Central Coast
Eight new paramedics have been deployed to the Central Coast after they were officially inducted into the NSW Ambulance service recently. The new recruits are part of 116 new paramedic…
Fairer rental laws now in place
Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch has welcomed the introduction of fairer renting laws, which came into effect on May 19 and aim to make renting fairer for more than 40,000…
Beach season officially over
The 2024/25 Central Coast beach patrol season officially concluded on Sunday, April 27, following a busy seven months. The season saw a significant rise in beach visitation and a strong…
Join the call for more trees
Local volunteer community group, Grow Urban Shade Trees (GUST), has presented a petition bearing more than 700 signatures to Central Coast Council, calling on Council to fund urban greening to…
Sustainable manufacturing in our own backyard
As entries for the 2025 Hunter Manufacturing Awards open, organisers have paid tribute to the new wave of sustainable innovation emerging from the Central Coast. At the forefront is Signarama…
New crisis support centre
The NSW Government is investing $7M in a new Core and Cluster refuge by CatholicCare on the Central Coast, which will include up to 10 self-contained units, with at least…