2023 in review – March
We continue our series on the biggest news stories of last year on the Central Coast – let’s look at March. It was announced that the biggest energy storage battery…
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2023 in review – February
We continue our flashback series looking at the major news stories covered by CCN in 2023. Let’s look at last February. Central Coast Council was under pressure to take urgent…
2023 in review – January
As the new year begins, we thought we’d take a look back at CCN’s major news stories of 2023. Starting today, we will publish a month’s news highlights every day…
Mariners men win glorious NYE game while women stumble
The Central Coast Mariners men’s team defeated Perth Glory 4-2 in the New Year’s Eve game at Industree Group Stadium in front of a big home crowd of 15,000 fans….
New Year’s Eve on the Coast a celebration of community
As the New Year approaches, families often seek a celebration that is both exciting and kid-friendly. The Central Coast is creating its own traditions in contrast to Sydney. The Coast,…
Rip demonstration day at Umina
In a critical effort to raise awareness about ocean safety, Umina Surf Life Saving Club will host a public demonstration on New Year’s Eve focused on understanding and navigating rips,…
Community safety everyone’s responsibility say local Police
Tuggerah Lakes Police are reminding residents that community safety is everyone’s responsibility. A post on the Police District’s Facebook page says the community is the best source of information to…
High police presence at Lost Paradise
NSW Police are urging festival goers to celebrate the New Year safely as thousands of people make their way to Glenworth Valley for the Lost Paradise Festival from December 28-January…
Major investigation into cocaine haul
State Crime Command has commenced an investigation after a number of packages – believed to contain approximately 124kg of cocaine – washed up on NSW beaches over the past week….
Fuel price disparity across the region
Across the Central Coast, an intriguing pattern has emerged in fuel pricing, with a notable disparity impacting residents and businesses alike. Central to this issue is the persistent price elevation…
Busy day for Marine Rescue
A series of incidents on Brisbane Water kept Marine Rescue Central Coast busy as holiday makers took to the waterways on Wednesday, December 27. Six people, including three children, were…
Double demerits in force until New Year’s Day
Police are urging Coasties to come up with a Plan B for getting home as they plan New Year’s Eve celebrations. The Double Demerit period which began on December 22…
Cocaine washes up on Coast beaches
Seven packages, suspected to contain cocaine, have washed up on beaches between Newcastle and Sydney since late Friday night – several of them on the Central Coast. The first package…
Lots to do in state forests during holidays
The Central Coast’s state forests offer a plethora of activities for families who want to get out in nature over the Summer holidays and Forestry Corporation NSW has put together…
Two Christmas Day drownings on Central Coast
Two people drowned on Central Coast beaches on Christmas Day. In the third confirmed drowning of the Summer, a man drowned at Umina Beach early on Christmas Day. At around…
New technology to help fight fires
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have taken possession of a new $2.5M Aerial Platform appliance which will provide extra fire protection across the Central Coast. The region’s firefighters have…
Growing pains see need for local collaboration and leadership
The Central Coast, a region celebrated for its natural beauty and vibrant community, is currently grappling with a series of growing pains that challenge our cherished way of life. A…
Santa takes on new role as zookeeper
While Santa’s little helpers back at the North Pole are kept busy building toys and wrapping presents for the big day, Santa has flown across the world to take on…
Take care on those busy roads
Central Coast holidaymakers heading north to Hexham, out west to Wagga or down the south coast are being reminded to plan ahead, to avoid peak travel times and to use…
Turtle hatchlings arrive for Christmas
Aussie Ark’s Conservation Ark facility, located on the grounds of the Australian Reptile Park at Somersby, has announced the successful laying of a batch endangered Manning River Turtles. The facility…