5% deposit scheme for first home buyers
Hundreds of first homebuyers on the Central Coast are expected to benefit from the Federal Government’s 5% deposit scheme, set to be launched earlier than expected on October 1. Central…
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Cheap groceries at the People’s Pantry
A low-cost grocery service has been operating in Woy Woy since 2024, supporting families and individuals affected by food insecurity. The People’s Pantry rescues otherwise good groceries from ending up…
Ask us anything forum a success
More than 50 residents attended a recent forum at Umina Beach with questions covering healthcare, aged care, the environment, and local infrastructure needs. The forum was hosted by Federal Member…
Black Wolf does its bit for mental health
Federal Member for Robertson Dr Gordon Reid joined Special Envoy for Men’s Health Dan Repacholi on a visit to Erina’s Black Wolf Collective recently to highlight its charity fundraising. The…
New laws to protect children in childcare centres
Member for Robertson Dr Gordon Reid has welcomed the introduction of Federal legislation to lift child safety in early education and care services. The legislation will give the Federal Government…
Reid sworn in for second term
Member for Robertson Dr Gordon Reid has been sworn in to the 48th Parliament of Australia following the 2025 Federal Election. The swearing-in ceremony took place in the House of…
Volunteer sewers celebrate 10 years
Global Kids Clothes (GKC), based at Bensville, has celebrated 10 years of making clothing for children in developing countries and crisis centres in Australia. The volunteer members of the group…
New upgrades at Terrigal BMX track
The completion of lighting and facility upgrades at Terrigal BMX track was officially marked on June 30 with a site visit by Member for Robertson Dr Gordon Reid, Central Coast…
Urgent care clinics are saving millions of dollars
The Peninsula Medicare Urgent Care Clinic in Umina Beach has treated more than 16,733 patients since opening in 2023. Across the nation, more than 1.5 million Australians have received free,…
Avoca pathway funding on the table
If re-elected on May 3, the Labor Party will deliver $2.1M towards the construction of the Beaches Shared Pathway at Avoca Beach. Member for Robertson Dr Gordon Reid said the…
Revamp for dangerous pedestrian crossing
Traffic lights at the intersection of Mann St and Central Coast Hwy in Gosford will be made more pedestrian-friendly following a resident’s near miss and speedy action from Federal Member…
Reid doubles down as election date called
At last the Federal election date has been called for Saturday, May 3, and while Central Coast pledges have been pouring in for weeks, the campaign has now officially started….
Some relief in budget – but is it enough?
Central Coast residents can look forward to more tax cuts, cheaper medicines, increased access to bulk-billed GP visits and extended energy bill relief following the release of the Federal budget…
Hero Chev calls for safety improvements
A Lisarow teenager has been commended for his quick thinking when his sister was struck by a car on February 7. Chev Kutt, 13, was walking home from high school…
Government promises more road funding
In addition to a major pledge for an upgrade of Terrigal Dr, the Federal Government has promised an extra $6.5M for the Central Coast Roads Package, bringing its total commitment…
Both major parties pledge Terrigal Dr upgrade
The pledging war between the major parties continued this week, with the Liberal Party promising $112.5M for a major upgrade of Terrigal Dr if elected and Labor announcing there will…
Freeze on draught beer excise promised
Member for Robertson Dr Gordon Reid says a two-year Federal Government freeze on draught beer excise will be a boon for Central Coast businesses and the hospitality industry in general….
Business success at just 18
Terrigal 18-year-old, Jabin Waters, is an up-and-coming business leader who hopes his own story encourages other young people to start their own business. Waters operates Chrome Car Detailing which specialises…
Maternity crisis continues to loom large
The state of maternity services on the Central Coast continues to shape up as one of the major issues set to influence the region’s voters at the Federal election. Labor…
Empire Bay a winner whatever the election outcome
Empire Bay is set to be a winner in this year’s Federal election, no matter who takes government. With an election date expected to be announced imminently, the Liberal Party…