Free beach safety lessons for school students
Central Coast school students are receiving free beach safety lessons thanks to a $345,000 election commitment to Central Coast Surf Life Saving. The NSW Government grant has been used to…
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Highland Dance CD produced locally for world-wide use
Douglas McFarland has announced the official commencement of his sophomore album ‘Rhythm of the Dancer’, a Highland Dance CD produced by Central Coast based entertainment company, JC Entertainment. Mr McFarland…
Distinguished guest speakers at special event
Mr Julian Burnside QC AO, and Professor Patrick McGorry AO join Father Rod Bower for an afternoon discussion on the impact of past, present and future border protection policies on…
Two finalists in NSW Tourism Awards
Finalists in the NSW Tourism Awards for Excellence included the Coast’s own Australian Reptile Park and The D’Vine Group. There are a total of 109 Finalists of which more than…
Celebrities announced as destination ambassadors
Central Coast Tourism has announced two 2016 destination ambassadors, Ms Kasey Chambers and Mr Adam Ashley-Cooper. The announcement was made during an industry event hosted at the Wyong Race Club,…
Residents invited to “Write for Rights”
Amnesty International are encouraging Central Coast residents to participate in their latest campaign “Write for Rights”. On Saturday, November 28, Central Coast locals have the opportunity to pick up their…
NSW Trade Commissioner seeks Coast exports to China
Cher Jones, the NSW Trade Commissioner based in the Guangzhou region of China, is visiting the Central Coast on Monday, November 23 as part of the NSW Trade and Investment…
Three state coaches selected from the Academy
In addition to developing some outstanding basketball players, the Central Coast Academy’s ClubsNSW Basketball program has also developed some excellent coaches. Will Granger, Drew Fenton and Tim Hudson have all…
Little Penguins and Seabird Rescue are the main topics
The Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre’s next Marine Discovery Talk, ‘Little Penguins and Seabird Rescue’ will be held at the Terrigal based centre on Tuesday, November 17. “Little Penguins are…
Continuous break-ins and vandalism costing scout groups
Central Coast Lakes Scouting district commissioner, Mr Brian Perrem said continuous break-ins and vandalism of local Scout Halls is costing local Scout Groups vital funding. “Two Scout halls have been…
Knitters wanted
Knitters are needed to help make sensory blankets for local patients with dementia. Gosford Hospital Carer Retreat is hosting regular sewing circles for volunteers to help knit and sew blankets…
Live From 5 series of events underway
The first two Live From 5 events have kicked off the summer season in Gosford City The first Live From 5 was held on the Friday night of the October…
Coast Shelter encourages re-think on poverty
In an open letter addressing Anti-Poverty Week, Coast Shelter has encouraged Central Coast residents to reassess their understanding of poverty and the stigma attached to the unemployed. Coast Shelter’s executive…
Advice on safety of Hawkesbury River Railway Bridge still not forthcoming
Coast residents are still waiting on the Baird Government to tell them when it plans to investigate the crumbling Hawkesbury River Railway Bridge two weeks after reports of its deterioration….
Max wins emerging artist sponsorship
Freemasons on the Central Coast have sponsored a new emerging artist sponsorship at the Art Studios Cooperative in North Gosford. Art Studios Co-operative has announced Mr Max Streeter as the…
More compassion for asylum seekers sought
Central Coast for Social Justice will be holding another vigil on the Gosford waterfront as part of its ongoing campaign for the Australian Federal Government to show more compassion to…
Social justice group declares welcome for refugees
Three hundred community members gathered at Gosford Waterfront on Monday, September 7 to communicate willingness to welcome those seeking refuge. The Gosford event was prompted by the Sydney Get Up…
Sawtell a good example for Avoca
A successful community campaign to save a cinema in the state’s north has given renewed hope to members of the Avoca community who want the Avoca Beach Picture Theatre to…
Chiropractic Centre celebrates 11th anniversary
Dr Jorge Chávez from Chávez Chiropractic has been an active business owner within the coastal community over the past 11 years slowly building his Erina chiropractic centre into an award…
Women’s Health Week aims to uncover the elephant in the room
Central Coast Local Health District is encouraging women to learn more and take action as part of Women’s Health Week from September 7 to 14. When it comes to health,…