Coast schools urged to apply for funding
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…
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Gosford university campus a step closer
A high-tech university campus in the heart of Gosford is a step closer, with the University of Newcastle appointing Hansen Yuncken as the main works contractor. Vice-Chancellor Professor Alex Zelinsky…
Marking important milestones
Federal Member for Robertson Gordon Reid hosted a series of morning and afternoon teas during October to recognise people celebrating significant birthdays and wedding anniversary milestones. Held at Reid’s office,…
$2.08M for GP practices on Coast
Seventy-six general practices across the Robertson and Dobell electorates have received grant funding of between $25,000 and $35,000 from the Federal Labor Government’s Strengthening Medicare – General Practice Grants Program…
Fireproof your home before Summer
Member for Robertson Gordon Reid is encouraging Central Coast residents to book a safety visit through Fire and Rescue NSW ahead of a predicted hot, dry Summer. Reid said it…
Boost for Saratoga Medical Centre
The Saratoga Medical Centre has received $25,000 from the Federal Government’s Strengthening Medicare – General Practice Grants Program to update its IT systems. The program is investing $220M in grant…
Reid speaks out against seawall in Federal Parliament
Member for Robertson Gordon Reid has spoken against a seawall for Wamberal Beach in Federal Parliament, ahead of a meeting planned for Sunday, November 5, to discuss the next steps…
Forum on how to avoid scams
A forum to address the rising rates of scams across media platforms, including the internet, phone, and mail, will be held on the Central Coast on Tuesday, October 24. The…
Major boost for Delta Laboratories
Delta Laboratories at Somersby has received $25,000 through the Federal Government’s Energy Efficiency Grants for Small and Medium Sized Enterprises Program. The major medical and cosmetic manufacturing business employs more…
Central Coast says No to the Voice
The Central Coast has echoed the national and NSW results in the Voice referendum, delivering a decisive No vote on October 14. Member for Robertson Gordon Reid said the Government…
Raising awareness for Type 1 diabetes
The annual Central Coast Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) One Walk was held at Davistown waterfront recently to raise awareness and funds for people living with Type 1 Diabetes. The…
Free shingles vaccination from November
From November 1 thousands of Central Coast residents will have free access to the best protection against shingles through one of the most comprehensive and widely available vaccination programs in…
Supporting Aussie music at Avoca theatre
The Avoca Beach Theatre has received $49,237 from the Federal Government’s Live Music Australia Program, which supports quality original Australian live music. The money will be used to improve stage…
Kickstart for men’s shed extensions
The Green Point Broadland’s Men’s Shed has celebrated its second year of operation and is set to expand, thanks to $7,030 in funding from the Federal Government’s Stronger Communities Program….
Info night on Voice referendum
If you are still confused about the Voice to Parliament referendum, you might be interested in an information night being hosted by Narara Ecovillage on Wednesday, September 27. Member for…
A few special Coast visitors to Parliament
It’s not often that a snake and two Tasmanian Devil joeys descend on Federal Parliament, but that’s what happened recently when a few visitors from the Australian Reptile Park decided…
Reid champions Saratoga Oval upgrade in Parliament
A community petition to upgrade Saratoga Oval has been discussed in the Federal Parliament. Federal Member for Robertson Gordon Reid said the community campaign had received a great amount of…
Funding boost for local radio station
Local radio station Rhema 94.9 has been awarded $6,817 through the Federal Government’s Community Broadcasting Program, administered by the Community Broadcasting Foundation. The funding will help Rhema with its operating…
Major boost for surf life saving clubs
Two surf life saving clubs on the Central Coast have received significant funding from the Federal Government as they head into the coming Summer beach season. Umina SLSC has received…
$11,000 for Radio Five-O-Plus
Radio Five-O-Plus 93.3FM has received $11,000 towards its operating costs through the Federal Government’s Community Broadcasting Program, administered by the Community Broadcasting Foundation. Member for Robertson Gordon Reid said the…