Facts reveal a very different story
Forum – Kel Wynn claims that former Wyong Council residents are paying higher rates than former Gosford Council residents. (Chronicle p13 Nov 15 “De-amalgamation referendum called for”) It would be…
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Major traffic delays expected in Gosford
Drivers and commuters should avoid the area around Gosford High School and Gosford Hospital for 24 hours from 6 pm on Tuesday, December 1. Traffic at the intersection of Racecourse…
Council meetings to alternate between Gosford and Wyong
Many residents to the south of the region will be pleased to hear that Central Coast Council meetings are set to return to the Gosford chambers. Administrator, Dick Persson, has…
34-unit block approved for Gosford
A block of 34 units has been approved to replace two homes at 93-95 Henry Parry Dr, Gosford. The seven-storey unit block, which is more than 15 per cent above…
New Year’s Eve celebrations cancelled
Central Coast Council has confirmed that its New Year’s Eve celebrations at The Entrance and Gosford have been cancelled. A spokesperson for council said that difficulties associated with hosting large…
Dispose of expired flares
Central Coast boaters will again be able to dispose of their expired flares safely and easily with collections to be held on November 27. “Expired flares are classified as Class…
Welcome to the Lyons Den
Gosford’s newest bar, LYONS DEN, is set to be serving up African style food in the jungle-themed venue by the beginning of December. Co-owners and brother and sister duo, Jared…
MMAD podcast sheds light on music’s role in mental health
Musicians Making a Difference (MMAD), based in Gosford, has released a new podcast aimed at shedding light on the importance of music for mental health. The series shares stories from…
Weekly Video News 5@5
The week’s lead Central Coast stories: Council administrator set to sell assets and borrows $50 million from undisclosed lender. Contentious Darkinjung development at Kariong questioned. Social housing project in Gosford…
Poppy display marks War Memorial centenary
A new installation around the Celtic Cross War Memorial in the grounds of Gosford Anglican Church celebrates the centenary of the memorial’s installation as the Coast prepares to celebrate Remembrance…
Maths Words not Squiggles
The Maths and English Tutoring business for Kindergarten to HSC Students, Maths Words not Squiggles (MWNS), has opened a centre in Gosford.
Two four storey developments approved
The Local Planning Panel has approved a four storey 16-unit development at 55 Holden St, Gosford. The development, owned by Chrissie Group Pty Ltd, has an estimated value of $4.3M….
Six tower development rejected again
Six residential towers proposed for the northern entrance into Gosford have been refused by the Joint Regional Planning Panel at its October 26 meeting. Reasons included the impacts of rail…
Submissions close on gateway redevelopment
Submissions have closed on a $300M mixed use precinct proposed for a large block of land opposite Gosford railway station, with the Department of Planning now calling on the proponent…
Cocky vandals caught unclipping streetlights
One observant Point Frederick local has caught a cackle of Cockatoos red-handed as they waged war on a set of streetlights. Last week resident, Terry (who preferred not to give…
Enter the Fibre Zone
Businesses across the Central Coast are now able to request high-speed fibre broadband with NBN Co rolling out a new Business Fibre Initiative, as part of a $700M package to…
Swamp Stompers’ prelude farewell tour at The Rhythm Hut
Rock and blues band, The Swamp Stompers, will be playing one of its final Australian shows before its official farewell tour next year at The Rhythm Hut in Gosford on…
Boaties frustrated by long-term freeloading on Gosford berths
Boat owner Hernan Rotto of Tascott is calling on Central Coast Council to look into boats which he says are illegally moored long term at visitor berths on the Brisbane…
Green light for (slimmer) Kibbleplex redevelopment
It’s all systems go for the Gosford Alive five-tower development planned for old Kibbleplex site in Gosford, with the Independent Planning Commission approving the concept plan and stage one works…
Wednesday Bicycle ride
The Central Coast Bicycle User Group plans to hold a Gosford-Woy Woy “coffee cruise” this Wednesday, October 7. The 25km ride is scheduled to start on the shared path at…