Wamberal seawall plan dead in the water
Premier’s comments kill off continuous seawall. Councillor says this should put an end to the proposal.
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Residents stymied by blocking of access pathway
Central Coast Council is set to investigate the legality of a steel fence erected on privately-owned land which cuts off pedestrian access between the Worrell Park housing estate and the…
Investigation into ‘bias-related assaults’ linked to dating app
Police are investigating the assaults and robberies of three separate men on the Central Coast on Sunday, March 30. The three men reported being lured to meetings by deceptive profiles…
Commuters horrified at plan to sell Mann St site
Central Coast Commuters’ Association (CCCA) is “horrified” at State Government plans to sell off land in Mann St, Gosford, to make way for more housing. The land, at 255 Mann…
Central Coast to Become Its Own Country? Meet Koalia, Australia’s Newest “Nation”
In what may be the most ambitious (or most ridiculous) political move of the year, a group of freethinking locals has unveiled plans to declare the Central Coast an independent…
Bellamy to run as an Independent for Robertson
Long-time Central Coast resident Lisa Bellamy will contest the seat of Robertson as an Independent in the Federal election, with a firm commitment to protecting the Central Coast way of…
Action-packed day of football with Mayor’s XI v Slater’s XI
The Trilogy Community Cup is set to bring together sports stars, local leaders and community members for an action-packed day of football and fundraising in support of at-risk youth on…
Road budget gets $20M boost
.Council’s road network of more than 2,200kms is valued at about $2 billion.
National win for Indian Hamlyn Terrace beauty
Bhavika Darji of Hamlyn Terrace has taken out a major category in an Australia-wide beauty pageant. The Opera Miss/Mrs India Worldwide 2025 pageant for women of Indian origin living in…
Clever canines help save endangered orchid
The critically endangered Wyong Sun Orchid (Thelymitra adorata) may be elusive, but a collaboration between Central Coast Council and the NSW Government’s Saving Our Species Program is aiming to change…
Should Vera stay or should she go?
Should Vera the statue stay or should she go? That’s the simple question Central Coast Council is asking residents in a poll launched on March 24 which will run through…
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….
Can the Central Coast finally get planning right?
In the shadow of a looming Federal election, an arguably more important process is occurring. The Central Coast’s future is under the spotlight as Council leaders and developers gathered last…
Facelift for Cheero Point playspace
Cheero Point playspace is set to receive a much-needed refresh, with a contribution of $50,000 from the NSW Government’s $37.2M Local Small Commitments Allocation Program. The funds will allow Central…
E-bikes give transport options for isolated Coasties
For people who cannot drive, getting around can be expensive, difficult and isolating, especially in areas with steep terrain and limited public transport. E-bikes are proving to be a game-changer,…
Libs plan to widen Warnervale airstrip
The Liberal Party has committed $10M to expand and resurface the airstrip at Warnervale airport if elected in May. Shadow Minister for Finance, Senator Jane Hume, said this investment will…
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…
Future Sooner calls for Royal Commission
Community group Future Sooner is calling on the NSW Government to hold a Royal Commission into the failure of environmental and health authorities to protect citizens from the health impacts…
State Government accused of ignoring calls for action on youth crime
The State Government has been accused of ignoring the Central Coast’s calls for action to tackle youth crime by Shadow Minister for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal Adam…
Central Coast icons recognised with blue plaques
Two Central Coast icons have been recognised among the State Government’s 16 new blue plaque recipients, each revealing remarkable stories that have shaped the state’s rich history. Malcolm Cole was…