Cheer on the girls at free live Mariners screening
The Central Coast community is invited to cheer on our Mariners Women’s team this Sunday via a free live screening at Industree Group Stadium, Gosford, as they compete for honours…
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Shirley Shuttle relaunch with two new gifted vehicles
Shirley Shuttle Inc was officially relaunched in last month with two new Mitsubishi Outlanders donated by the Freemasons on the Central Coast (FotCC) and the Lions Club of Gosford. Five…
Target on drink and drug drivers signals renewed efforts to reduce road toll
NSW Police have increased their presence on streets across the state, focusing on drivers under the influence of alcohol and drugs following concerning road trauma trends in April. Traffic &…
Water rates consultation “biased and manipulative” says Brooks
An attendee at a Central Coast Council public consultation on water rates held on May 1 has complained to the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal of NSW (IPART), saying inaccurate…
Chamber looks forward to roadworks on Peninsula
Peninsula Chamber of Commerce has welcomed the re-election of Federal Member for Roberston Dr Gordon Reid and looks forward to seeing the fulfilment of Labor promises for the Peninsula. “Dr…
Lifejacket saves fisherman washed off rocks
A man was washed off rocks and fell 3m into the sea while fishing at Winnie Bay near Copacabana early on Saturday morning May 3. Fortunately, he was wearing a…
Mariners Women qualify for grand final after extra-time thriller
The Central Coast Mariners women have secured a place in the A-League Women’s Grand Final for the first time in club history, following a dramatic 1-0 extra-time win over Melbourne…
Body found at Box Head after search for local woman
Emergency services have located a body believed to be that of a missing elderly woman from Ettalong, following a two-day search across southern Central Coast suburbs. The 79-year-old was last…
Quiet achievers helping to rehabilitate offenders
Nestled within Tuggerah Business Park lies Wyong Community Corrections, a space few Coasties know exists. However, quietly working behind the scenes are those dedicated to the not-so-tiny task of rehabilitating…
International recognition for Amber Lane
Amber Lane Distillery at Wyong Creek has added two prestigious medals to its trophy case, with major wins at the 2025 San Francisco World Spirits competition. The distillery received a…
Two new playspaces on the way
Two new district-level playspaces are on the way, with construction progressing at Tuggerawong Rd and works at Illoura Reserve in Davistown scheduled to follow. Commencement of works follows the recent…
Dredging set to start on Ettalong channel
The Ettalong channel is set to be dredged in coming weeks, with the arrival of the dredge vessel planned for May 24, subject to weather, and dredging expected to take…
Community not happy over location of proposed preschool
The Peninsula community is calling for more consultation on the proposed location of a new free preschool in the grounds of Umina Beach Public School. An announcement was made on…
Call for Premier to declare a state of emergency
Council wants the Premier to declare a state of emergency due to coastal erosion across Central Coast beaches.
Mystery leads to search at Norah Head
Police are appealing for public assistance after a bag and fishing gear were located unattended on rocks at Norah Head on Sunday, May 4. At about 5.20am officers attached to…
Disturbing photos show why today’s council meeting was called
Councillors meet today to discuss giving beachfront owners free rein to protect their properties.
Local news must step up as world press freedom is in decline
Coast Community News is one of the survivors in Australia’s shrinking local regional news landscape, and we intend to build on that foundation by serving our community even more than…
McBride “humbled” to be re-elected
Re-elected to continue representing the people of Dobell at the May 3 Federal election, Emma McBride takes nothing for granted. First elected to the House of Representatives in 2016, McBride…
Opposition to proposed Woolies development ramps up
More than 110 concerned residents gathered on Thursday, April 24, to protest a proposed Woolworths development which they say will pose a threat to the ecologically sensitive Kincumber Wetlands. Woolworths…
Local Labor landslide mirrors national result
The Labor party has retained all three Federal seats on the Central Coast, mirroring the national mood. The ALP received an increased primary vote in the electorates of Robertson, Dobell…