Accolades for Marine Rescue volunteers
Two members of Central Coast Marine Rescue have been honoured at the Central Coast National Volunteer Week ceremony. Unit Commander, Ian Morrow, was presented with the Volunteer Manager 2023 award,…
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Time to stop and reflect, says Harris
Minister for Aboriginal Affairs and Treaty and Member for Wyong, David Harris, has urged Central Coast residents to stop and reflect during Reconciliation Week (May 27-June 3). The dates of…
Stay clear of whales on their way north
Marine Rescue is advising sea-going boaters on the Central Coast not to get too close to whales as they make their annual trip north to warmer waters. Multiple pods of…
Accolade for off-duty lifesaver following daring rescue
The Entrance Surf Life Saving Club member, Patrick Jacob, has received Surf Life Saving NSW’s Rescue of the Month award following his courageous off-duty rescue of a teenage boy in…
Coast Shelter promotes reconciliation
Coast Shelter will host its annual reconciliation event to promote unity among the community at Gosford’s Industree Group Stadium at Gosford on Thursday, June 1. The event, open to all…
MP Gordon Reid reflects on first year in office
Member for Robertson Gordon Reid has reflected on the performance of the Federal Government, as the Australian Labor Party marks one year in office. Reid became Robertson’s first Labor MP…
Ladies learn to do it themselves
A three-hour do-it-yourself plumbing workshop for women was held at Mingaletta in Umina Beach on Friday, May 19, co-hosted by Benchworks founder Jenn Rochford. Participants in the workshop learnt essential…
Plugging those potholes
As complaints regarding the many potholes throughout the region continue to pour in, many are asking why Central Coast Council keeps filling holes on the same road instead of doing…
Early entry to uni for HSC students
The University of Newcastle has begun an Early Entry Program offering HSC students new resources, mentorship and peer support. The Early Entry Program will allow Year 12 students who are…
Tourism promotion to boost region as winter hot-spot
Destination Central Coast is calling on all local visitor businesses including restaurants, cafes, bars, visitor attractions, tour operators and accommodation providers to get involved in the Love Central Coast Winter…
Relief in sight for frustrated commuters
The region’s commuters are welcoming an announcement that the State Government will accept all 12 recommendations made by the Sydney Trains Review aimed at streamlining the rail service in and…
Water rates set to rise on July 1
Water rates are set to rise by just over 14 per cent on the Central Coast from July 1, with an average increase of $169 per annum predicted. While Central…
Community advocates slam new public forum format
Community advocates have joined forces to slam Central Coast Council’s new trial format for its monthly public forums – holding them the day before each general meeting rather than immediately…
Treasurer stops by to discuss budget
Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers was on the Central Coast recently to discuss implications, especially in the area of health, of the recent Federal Budget with Member for Robertson Gordon Reid…
Government Ministers meet local veterans
Veterans and veterans’ organisations from across the Central Coast had the chance to meet with Federal Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Matt Keogh, State Minister for Veterans David Harris and Federal…
Premier reaffirms funds for Walkabout Wildlife Sanctuary
NSW Premier Chris Minns reaffirmed a $50,000 boost for Calga’s Walkabout Wildlife Sanctuary during a visit to the Central Coast recently. The government pledged the money prior to this year’s…
Safety upgrade for Ourimbah M1 interchange
A major project to improve safety at the Ourimbah M1 interchange is now underway and expected to be completed by November. Minister for Regional Transport and Roads, Jenny Aitchison, said…
Mariners earn grand final berth in front of record crowd in Gosford
The Central Coast Mariners are in the Isuzu UTE A-League Grand Final after a glorious 2-0 win at home in Gosford in front of a record crowd of local football…
Riding for Disabled gets major boost
Riding for the Disabled at Somersby has received a major boost through the Federal Government’s Stronger Communities Program ($7,500) and Volunteer Grants ($2,000). Funding will be used to upgrade fencing…
Become a volunteer, urges Tesch
Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch is calling on residents to give up their time and volunteer, with National Volunteer Week being celebrated from May 15-21. Aimed at recognising the crucial…