Who will pay for traffic chaos at Kariong?
Now that Central Coast Council has agreed to allow the construction of three fast-food outlets, with every likelihood that the rest of the frontage to Pacific Hwy at Kariong will…
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Kariong fast-food outlets approved
A controversial fast-food development on the Pacific Hwy at Kariong has been approved by the Land and Environment Court (LEC) after originally being refused by the Central Coast Local Planning…
Pet Day fun at Kariong
Ngaruki Gulgul Central School (NGC) at Kariong held its second annual Pet Day following the success of last year’s inaugural event. “Approximately 92% of our young people have diagnosed or…
Kariong residents oppose fast food development plan near school
Independent candidate for Robertson at the May 3 Federal election, Lisa Bellamy, addressed an on-site hearing of the Land and Environment Court on April 7 regarding a proposed development at…
Meeting Wednesday night on how to address climate change
The date of the Federal election may not have been announced yet, but Climate Future is calling the community together to discuss the biggest elephant in the room – the…
Ombudsman weighs in on Kariong development controversy
The NSW Ombudsman is investigating claims that the Department of Housing and Industry (DPHI) published misinformation on its website regarding a controversial development at Kariong. Community group Coast Environmental Alliance…
Serious fall from skateboard results in head injuries
A teenager sustained substantial head injuries from a serious downhill fall in a skateboarding accident at Kariong on Sunday morning, February 2. The skateboarder was not wearing a helmet, prompting…
Festive fundraiser for sick kids
Residents of Selina Ave, Kariong, made the most of the festive season, raising a whopping $3,200 for Central Coast Local Health District paediatric wards. On December 21, residents held a…
Road rage leads to Kariong stabbing
Police are appealing for information after a man was stabbed at Kariong on Thursday, November 14, following a road rage incident. Emergency services were called to James Russell Dr following…
NAISDA performance has environmental theme
NAISDA will give its end of year performance on November 21-23 at Carriageworks in Sydney. Based at Kariong, NAISDA is Australia’s leading performing arts training organisation for Aboriginal and Torres…
Bake-off at Frank Baxter centre
It was bake-off time at Frank Baxter Youth Justice Centre at Kariong on August 21. The centre was abuzz with the sweet scent of competition during National Skills Week as…
Boost in numbers at sports college
Plans are underway to increase student numbers and employ more teachers at Central Coast Sports College at Kariong. The college wants to add another 450 students (from 750 to 1,200)…
Meeting to oppose Kariong development packed out
More than 100 residents gathered on August 23 to oppose plans for bushland developments at Kariong proposed by Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council (DLALC). After receiving the news that DLALC…
Upgrade for Kariong school
NG Central School at Kariong has received $25,000 from the Federal Government’s Schools Upgrade Fund. Principal Andrea Cingi said the money was used for vital upgrades. “At NG Central School,…
Annalise a true Girl of Steel
Annalise Van Donk of Narara is a true Girl of Steel, having secured a machinery fitter apprenticeship with UGL Engineering after graduating from the Skill Engineer’s Girls of Steel program….
Changed traffic conditions at Kariong
Motorists are advised of changed overnight traffic conditions from Monday, July 22, on the Central Coast Highway to carry out asphalt repair work between Wisemans Ferry Rd and Corrumbine Creek…
NAISDA graduates shine
NAISDA, Australia’s leading performing arts training organisation for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, recently celebrated the remarkable achievements of its talented graduates from the Class of 2023 at a…
Rural scholarship for Kariong local
The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) Foundation has selected a record 91 students for its 2024 Rural Scholarship program with Kariong local Jesse Emery named in this year’s cohort. …
Pearson to address plants society meeting
The next meeting of the Australian Plants Society Central Coast will be held on Saturday, July 13, with guest speaker Jackie Pearson. A journalist, ghost writer, editor, campaigner and independent…
Maintenance work at skate parks
Central Coast Council has commenced a series of essential maintenance works across six skate parks throughout the region, aimed at ensuring the safety and longevity of the popular community facilities…