Group forms to give comprehensive community voice ahead of Federal Election
A group of local residents with a shared desire to give the community a voice and set a new standard of politics have come together to form the group, Action…
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West Street bakery changes hands after 28 years
Two well-loved business owners will say goodbye to the community they have served for 28 years this Saturday, when the duo retire from running the Umina Hot Bread Kitchen. Co-owners…
Volunteers angered by Council request for letters of support
Volunteer replies “in anger and in haste” Bushcare volunteers on the Central Coast, who were the first to be targeted when Council cut costs in late 2020, have now received…
Residents asked to contribute to character statement
Central Coast Council is inviting community feedback on what makes up the unique character of Toukley, Canton Beach, Noraville and Norah Head, as part of developing local character statements for…
Dwyer and Dowdle recognised for service
The Rotary Club of Umina Beach has recognised two of its members for their service in the community at their Christmas Party this month at the Boathouse Hotel Patonga. The…
Mingaletta celebrates NAIDOC
Local Aboriginal community-based organisation, Mingaletta, celebrated NAIDOC Day 2021 with a smoking ceremony and community stalls on December 10 in Umina. Along with a BBQ lunch, face painting, a history…
Clean up event at Avoca
Plastic Free Avoca Beach will hold a community clean-up in Hunter Park on Saturday, December 18. Registration will be open from 8:30am, with the clean-up to take place from 9-10am…
Roving Rubies reunite
After months of lockdown, a large group of Red Hatters from the Roving Rubies of the Central Coast finally got together with friends from Sydney and the Hunter Valley for…
Choosing to be part of the solution
Forum – At the beginning of the pandemic people looked out for each other. As we progressed through the “nightmare” and people spent more time on the internet checking on…
Community efforts acknowledged for track extension
Member for The Entrance, David Mehan, said he was delighted to see the Coast Walking Track extended all the way from Crackneck Lookout to Shelly Beach, thanks to the Bateau…
Council backs campaign against cash grab by state government
Central Coast Council has joined forces with 53 other councils to oppose what Local Government NSW (LGNSW) calls a “cash grab” to rob communities of vital infrastructure. LGNSW President, Linda…
A tribute to two young ladies
Forum – About a month ago I went into BWS at Woy Woy. A gentleman was being given medical assistance by Nicole and Jess, a staff member from the next…
New funding announced for most vulnerable
Grassroots organisations can now apply for the latest tranche of a record $43.2M funding package to support vulnerable people and multicultural communities across NSW. Minister for Multiculturalism, Natalie Ward, said…
Facilities for community use
Forum – It is difficult to know what Debra Wales is on about, in her submission to the CCCPI (“Questions raised about use of Council venues”, PP 030). Apart from…
Most magnificent discovery
Forum – Last year I finally followed my heart, realised my dream and moved to the beautiful Central Coast. I had a blast discovering bushwalks and beaches, places to get…
Fun Haus commended for innovation
Ettalong-based arts and culture organisation, Naughty Noodle Fun Haus, has received a special commendation for their role in ‘innovation’ and community contributions at the Business NSW 2021 Central Coast NSW…
Cookies sent to frontline health workers
A Umina Beach local and small business owner is helping send a slice of hope to COVID-impacted hospitals as a way of saying thanks to front-line health workers doing it…
Community loves home markets
Following the soaring success of their idea to bring a virtual market to Bouddi during lockdown, a Killcare duo has set their sights on expanding the initiative Coast-wide. The Bouddi…
Bus drivers seek support to stop open tender
Bus drivers have banded together and launched a community petition to support the Central Coast’s iconic Red Bus Service, which Transport for NSW is putting out to open tender. The…
Village challenge raises $16,500
A community walk challenge held at Pearl Beach in early September has raised over $16,000 to help maintain the upkeep and renovations of the community’s Memorial Hall. The three-day challenge,…