Search for Reg the dredge is over
The search for “Reg” the dredge is over. Reg has been found safe and well enjoying the waters in Swan Bay, Lake Macquarie. Back in July 2024, Tuggerah Lakes Care…
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Home Guarantee Scheme helps hundreds of Coasties
More than 1,800 people on the Central Coast have been helped into their own home thanks to the Federal Government’s expanded Home Guarantee Scheme. Member for Robertson, Dr Gordon Reid,…
PFAS detected in water
As part of its overall water security and environmental management, Central Coast Council proactively tests its water catchments and estuaries to ensure water quality is safe for community use. As…
Clinical plan to address maternity services
Minister for the Central Coast and Member or Wyong David Harris has reassured Central Coast women their maternity needs will continue to be met in the region. He said the…
Gosford Bowling Club closure “imminent”
Gosford Bowling Club has been given its marching orders by Central Coast Leagues Club.
Thousands celebrate Australia Day
Australia Day events at Gosford and The Entrance saw more than 10,000 locals and visitors attend – enjoying the fantastic entertainment and perfect weather. The family friendly events held by…
More Coast Australia Day Honours winners
Daniel van Keimpema of Bateau Bay – Emergency Services Medal (ESM) Daniel van Keimpema has been a dedicated member of VRA Rescue NSW since May 2005 and is currently captain…
The Grange backs Marine Rescue
Marine Rescue Central Coast has received a very generous donation of $25,000 from Wyoming’s favourite watering hole, The Grange Hotel. The donation was made on behalf of the Trevor and…
Coasties recognised in Australia Day honours list
Seven Central Coast residents have been recognised in the 2025 Australia Day Honours List, announced by Governor-General Sam Mostyn on January 26. More than 700 Australians were recognised with awards…
Meet our citizens of the year
For the first time, Central Coast Council has named a group, and not an individual, as Citizen of the Year in its Australia Day Awards. Taking out the major award…
Australia Day – a time for reflection, celebration and growth
EDITORIAL: – As Australia Day approaches, the local and national debate over its significance continues to divide opinions. For some, it is a day of celebration, marking the achievements and…
Boaters urged to put safety first this long weekend
With an influx of boaters expected to take to waterways across the Central Coast during the Australia Day long weekend, Marine Rescue NSW Commissioner Alex Barrell is urging boaters to…
Trim those trees, warns SES in wake of storms
This week saw a massive clean-up effort continuing, after severe storms wreaked havoc throughout the Central Coast from Wednesday, January 15 through until Sunday, January 19. State Emergency Services (SES)…
Coroner recommends changes to dangerous dog rules after Kariong death
Council rangers could get increased powers after a coronial inquest into the death of a five week old baby on the Coast made ten recommendations.
Free mental health support centre at Tuggerah
A new centre providing free, walk-in mental health support and advice opened in Tuggerah on Monday, January 20. Tuggerah Medicare Mental Health Centre (MMHC), staffed by trained mental health professionals,…
Police use spikes to end pursuit
A 46-year-old man was arrested by Lake Macquarie Police on Saturday, January 18, following a dramatic police pursuit which began with a suspected carjacking attempt on Ruttleys Rd, Wyee. Police…
Courageous mum on selfless quest
Killcare mother of two Kata D’Arney is going through breast cancer treatment for the second time in seven years but is still trying to find a way to help others….
CEN puts government on notice
The Community Environment Network (CEN) has put the NSW Government on notice that it must adopt a ‘nature first’ approach to developing a Strategic Conservation Plan for any areas of…
Another busy year for Marine Rescue
For the fourth consecutive year, more than 1,100 missions were carried out by the Hunter and Central Coast divisions of Marine Rescue in 2024. Locations of highest demand were Lake…
Petroleum Exploration Permit 11 – PEP11 quashed, again
The Commonwealth-NSW Offshore Petroleum Joint Authority has officially refused both PEP-11 applications. Minister for Industry and Science Ed Husic cited public interest concerns, questions about the applicants’ cost estimates and…