Measles alert for Central Coast
Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) is urging residents to be alert for measles symptoms after a confirmed case visited several locations while infectious. The case recently returned from South-East…
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Recognising Council’s female lifeguards
In celebration of International Women’s Day on Saturday, March 8, Central Coast Council has recognised the significant contribution of its female lifeguards. With 17 females currently rostered out of a…
Maternity crisis continues to loom large
The state of maternity services on the Central Coast continues to shape up as one of the major issues set to influence the region’s voters at the Federal election. Labor…
Meditation to start International Women’s Day
Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch is inviting Coasties to celebrate the International Women’s Day celebration with Meditation HQ at Ocean Beach on Saturday, March 8. “This is a wonderful opportunity…
Blackwall clean-up a huge success
A group of eager volunteers from around the Central Coast rolled up their sleeves to celebrate the 35th anniversary of Clean Up Australia Day on Sunday, March 2, as they…
Asbestos remediation at old power station
Asbestos remediation work has begun at the former Munmorah Power Station site on Scenic Dr at Colongra. The work, being carried out by Generator Property Management (GPM) and Enviropacific Services,…
Empire Bay a winner whatever the election outcome
Empire Bay is set to be a winner in this year’s Federal election, no matter who takes government. With an election date expected to be announced imminently, the Liberal Party…
Toukley man arrested in global police operation
A man from Toukley is one of two Australian men in a group of 25 people arrested as part of a global operation across 19 countries targeting the alleged production…
Election countdown begins on the Coast
EDITORIAL While the Prime Minister has yet to call the next Federal Election, the latest it can be held is May, and here on the Central Coast, the race is…
SES honours its stalwarts
NSW State Emergency Service (NSW SES) volunteers from the Central Coast received awards for their steadfast dedication and ongoing service to their communities on Monday evening, February 24. A ceremony…
Will interest rate cut affect the election?
The Reserve Bank’s recent cut in interest rates is likely to have only a minimal effect on the Federal election, according to many pundits. The rates were cut to 4.1%…
Up in arms over proposed Kincumber development
Residents are already galvanised in opposition to a development proposed by the Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council (DLALC) in Carrak Rd, Kincumber, before a development application has even been lodged…
Warnervale airport Masterplan adopted
History was made on Tuesday night.
The airport has a Masterplan.
P-plater caught 66km/h over the speed limit
Tuggerah Lakes Highway Patrol was parked on the side of Gavenlock Rd, Mardi, attending to other matters at 10.40am on Monday, February 24, when a black Suzuki sedan sped past…
Animal studies training centre opens
The new $4.9M Animal Studies Training Centre at TAFE NSW Wyong has been officially opened. Minister for Skills, TAFE and Tertiary Education Steve Whan dropped by to join Minister for…
Ombudsman weighs in on Kariong development controversy
The NSW Ombudsman is investigating claims that the Department of Housing and Industry (DPHI) published misinformation on its website regarding a controversial development at Kariong. Community group Coast Environmental Alliance…
Tammy named Terrigal woman of year
Tammy Jackett from Wiseberry Peninsula Real Estate has been announced as the 2025 Terrigal Local Woman of the Year at an afternoon tea celebration hosted by Member for Terrigal Adam…
Peacock deaths explained
The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) suspects the reckless misuse of pesticides is the cause of six recent peacock deaths at Ourimbah, after toxicology reports identified two chemicals ingested by…
Library is a gem says National Trust director
“Renewal of Gosford Library needn’t be a costly exercise if the right people are engaged.”
War of words over maternity services
Member for Robertson Dr Gordon Reid has hit back at claims by Liberal candidate for the seat Lucy Wicks that the Government has “ignored and neglected” the women of the…