Animal Care Facility wins two awards
Central Coast Animal Care Facility (CCACF) was in the spotlight this October, winning two awards for its work in rescuing and taking in animals. After being nominated by CommBank employee,…
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Russell Bridge honoured for community service
He’s helped his community keep fit and active for the past 10 years and now Gwandalan’s Russell Bridge has been honoured for it. The 79-year-old was the recipient of a…
Council accounting anomalies
Forum – I refer to an article in the Community Coast News on August 21 titled “Council act on Auditor General Recommendations”, which includes an overview of how Central Coast…
Nominations called for PM’s Veteran Employment Awards
Central Coast organisations which employ and support members of the veteran community, or veterans making a significant contribution to their workplace, are being encouraged to nominate for the 2021 Prime…
Funds raised for Kincumber family devastated by house fire
A Kincumber family devastated by a fire which destroyed their home and claimed the life of their 13-year-old daughter Abby in February has issued a heartfelt thank you to community…
Raffle raises almost $3000 for Pearl Beach hall
Nearly $3000 was raised over the October long weekend for the renovation and upkeep of the Pearl Beach memorial hall. Pearl Beach Progress Association publicity officer Ms Lynne Lillico said…
Good decisions come from the civil interchange of ideas
Forum – I must protest at the comments made by Councillors McLachlan and Marquart, (Chronicle September 30, page 6) during the debate on Councillor Greenway’s Motion against on-line abuse. Cr…
Pandemic highlights ridiculous inconsistency
Forum – Over the past few months I have been planning a getaway to Queensland, as I expect many other Peninsula people have been doing. With border closures, it is…
Disaster relief organisation to expand to the Peninsula
Central Coast Disaster Relief has announced it has plans to expand its services to the Peninsula. The organisation has provided “outreach services” every Wednesday night in Kibble Park Gosford since…
Annual Aussie Backyard Bird Count is set to begin
Central Coast residents are being encouraged to take part in the annual Aussie Backyard Bird Count this month in an effort to help track and protect native birds. It is…
Naughty Noodle secures National SEFA Partnership
Central Coast arts and culture organisation Naughty Noodle Fun Haus is celebrating its second birthday with a new partnership set to help expand its operations. The organisation’s progressive and resilient…
Betiquette campaign aims to encourage responsible gambling
As Central Coast residents return to pubs and clubs, Member for Gosford, Liesl Tesch has endorsed a State Government campaign aimed at encouraging responsible betting. The Betiquette campaign provides useful…
Bookshop is sold to staff member
A local bookshop at Umina has been sold to one of its workers. Book Bazaar owner Ms Mandi McIntosh has sold the Umina Beach store to staff member Ms Julie…
Ward councillors missing from splash pool opening
Forum While at the Peninsula Leisure Centre yesterday (September 30), I saw that the official opening of the $1 million splash park was taking place. It was disappointing to see…
Corrupt process too often means no community loyalty
[Forum] This is an open letter to all Central Coast councillors. Due to a number of private issues that have grounded me for much of the last 12 months, I’ve…
Community Library receives community grant
Halekulani Community Library has been operating in Budgewoi Community Centre since 1989. The library is completely volunteer run, with a small group of dedicated ladies and their families, giving up…