Site chosen for Lisarow ambulance station
The Central Coast is a step closer to gaining the first of three new purpose-built ambulance stations, following the purchase of a site at 60 Railway Cres, Lisarow. Along with…
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Double demerits now in force
Police will be out in force on the Central Coast targeting dangerous driving this holiday period as part of the state’s end of year road operation designed to keep people…
Building fire on Terrigal waterfront at dawn
It took more than 40 firefighters and 10 fire trucks to extinguish a major blaze at Terrigal in the early hours of Thursday, December 19. Fire and Rescue NSW crews…
Fishing Fellas join up with Hi Tide on Coast FM
For 20 years, Coast FM 963’s Fishing Fellas has been the go-to destination of all things angling on the Central Coast. Now, resident fisherman and presenter Mal Poole will be…
Wyong town centre upgrade takes a step forward
The Pacific Hwy upgrade through Wyong town centre has taken a step forward with the consultation report now published. The Australian and NSW Governments have jointly committed $420M in funding…
Bikers urged to ride to survive
Police have issued a reminder to “ride to survive” this holiday period following the apprehension of a motorcyclist travelling at 193km/h in a 70km/h zone. Brisbane Water Highway Patrol detected…
New councillor vindicated in seawall debate
Lamont was told she hadn’t done her homework too well by Deputy Mayor Doug Eaton. Turns out, she had.
Updated map of Brisbane Water
Marine Rescue Central Coast (MRCC) has revised and released an update of its four-colour map of Brisbane Water, thanks to their new business partner, DMT Marine Constructions. DMT Managing Director Dean Teni…
Magenta pathway officially open
The highly anticipated Magenta Shared Pathway officially opened on Monday, December 16, with Central Coast Mayor Lawrie McKinna and fellow councillors cutting the ribbon to mark the occasion. The project…
Maternity services in crisis
Fears are mounting that Central Coast women could be forced to travel out of the region to access maternity services with Gosford Hospital’s obstetrics and gynaecology services in crisis. Just…
Boaters stranded off Tuggerah Reef
Volunteers from Marine Rescue Terrigal safely returned two boaters to shore after their open runabout suffered engine failure, leaving them stranded three nautical miles off The Entrance near Tuggerah Reef….
Boy injured in hit and run crash
Police are appealing for public assistance after a hit and run crash at Hamlyn Terrace. At about 8.15pm on Thursday, December 12, officers attached to Tuggerah Lakes Police District were…
Passion for guide dogs nets Angela life membership
Guide dogs are Angela Allen’s passion in life. In her own words, the West Gosford resident “eats, drinks and lives” all things guide dogs. It’s a passion that saw Allen…
Council closures over Christmas period
Central Coast Council offices will be closed over the Christmas and New Year holiday period from Monday, December 23 to Friday, January 3, and re-open on Monday, January 6. Council’s…
A two-speed Central Coast
EDITORIAL – Life on the Central Coast is moving faster than ever, with signs of growth, change and strain all around us. Our roads are busier, tradies are flat out…
Airport rescission motion loses
Work on a lease for a helicopter hub at Warnervale airport can continue.
Police roll up sleeves for Bleed4Blue
Local police are rolling-up their sleeves for the sixth annual Bleed4Blue blood drive helping to boost blood stock levels for the festive season. Established in 2018 in partnership with the…
Campaign to increase government funding for housing
Martin Kennedy Community housing provider Home in Place is urging people to join its online campaign to pressure the Federal Government to increase funding to help address the housing crisis….
Castles loses control of library review
Councillor Kyla Daniels took control by putting herself and two Liberals up as the first three members of a six member committee.
Boost for police with 10 new recruits
The Central Coast has 10 new police officers with four new probationary constables at Tuggerah Lakes Police District and six at Brisbane Water Police District. They are from the class…