NAISDA has welcomed the Federal Government’s Budget commitment towards the eight national arts training organisations, commonly known as the Arts8. The announcement included $13M operational funding over four years for…
The NSW Teachers Federation was on the Central Coast on Thursday, March 28, urging Federal politicians to fully resource public schools. The Federation says the National School Reform Agreement has…
Surf Life Saving Clubs are being encouraged to apply for their share of $5.25M in funding for the upgrade, restoration or construction of facilities across the Central Coast. Member for…
Central Coast government schools can now apply for $250,000 in funding to build or upgrade vital infrastructure. Round 2 of the Federal Government’s Schools Upgrade Fund will provide $215.8M in…
Central Coast rock fishers will now have access to more safety measures, with Surf Life Saving NSW and the NSW Government partnering to reduce fatalities and injuries on the coastline….
Health on the Streets (HoTS) is set to continue operating with the Federal Government providing $400,000 to keep the program running past its June 30 deadline. HoTS is run through…
Two local community organisations have received nearly $10,000 in total to help deliver programs and events on the Peninsula. The Crommelin Native Arboretum Incorporate received $5,000 towards the management of…
Community organisations who help women escaping abusive relationships to live in refuges have welcomed a recent announcement that these women will be offered grants of up to $5,000 to help…
The Pearl Beach Progress Association has received funding to help support the operation of its community events as part of Central Coast Council’s Community Support Grants Program. The funding was…
Member for Robertson Lucy Wicks has confirmed a decision has been made on the safety upgrade for St Huberts Island Bridge. In a social media post on January 7, Wicks…
Norah Head is to benefit from a new community hall to be built on the grounds of the hockey club oval. Backed by a $935,000 boost from the NSW government’s…
SURFING – Central Coast Surf Academy recently received $2,500 to help encourage women and girls into surfing as part of a new focus on equality in the sport. Head coach…
East Gosford Lions Club will install new bathroom amenities at its hall which will be accessible to other community groups after being awarded $20,000 through the 2021 Community Building Partnership…
The River Cares community group has received almost $15,000 in funding to develop a Community Emergency Plan for the Lower Hawkesbury district, incorporating a range of Central Coast suburbs including…
Two young artists on the Peninsula have received funds to help support their work thanks to the Bouddi Foundation for the Arts. Zali Kassi and Ruby Archer, both from Phegans…
While the festive season is a time for many to celebrate with family and friends, others who are disadvantaged face the prospect of going without this Christmas. Factor in the…
Forum – Regarding your item in CCN issue 320 concerning NSW Government funding of $11.4M for Gosford Racecourse. I am absolutely astounded to learn the State Government has provided $8M…
The NSW Government will spend $6.4 million to expand Wyong Hospital’s Cancer Day Unit as part of a $500M regional and rural health package. The Day Unit will deliver specialist…
The Naughty Noodle Fun Haus has received $50,000 to support its live theatre program through a new state-wide arts and cultural program. The organisation celebrated its third birthday with the…
Construction has finally begun on the Copacabana Men’s Shed, with the installation of a water supply and initial ground works commencing earlier this month. Shed Liaison Officer, Ian Lord, said…