Community rallies to help those in need
Ettalong Diggers collected almost 100kg of essential items during its Escabags Donation Drive in July. The club’s Community & Tourism Manager Kim Cole said the community’s generosity saw a record-breaking…
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Hats off to aged care workers
In the wake of Aged Care Employee Day (ACED) on August 7, Alino Living is calling on the community to recognise those who care for older Australians by saying ‘thanks…
Older Women’s Network raises $2,000 for the needy
The Older Women’s Network Deepwater Branch (OWN) raised almost $2,000 at a recent Soup Kitchen Fundraiser to highlight food insecurity in the community, on the Woy Woy Peninsula particularly. On…
Gosford comes alive with opening of new Arts Centre
EDITORIAL – After decades of false starts, stalled plans and slow progress, Gosford CBD may finally be finding its rhythm, and last week’s opening of Fun Haus’s new Arts Hub…
New laws on illegal tobacco and vape sales
Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch has welcomed the State Government’s tough new laws to crack down on the sale of illicit tobacco and illegal vaping goods. The laws were introduced…
Coast students and schools excel at education awards
Two Central Coast students and an impressive school initiative involving six Central Coast schools have been acknowledged for their outstanding achievements and contributions to public education at the 2025 Public…
Coast Shelter steps up as homelessness rises
With Homelessness Awareness Week running from August 4-10, the Central Coast’s leading frontline charity has delivered a sobering message – the need for help has never been greater, and the…
Obituary for Gosford bowling club
Some times a news story doesn’t cut it: hence this is an obituary in honour of all who loved her.
Ethan is spreading kindness in the name of his grandmother Kim
A 14-year-old Central Coast student has launched a youth-led community initiative called Kim for Kindness, offering food, hygiene packs, and support to people experiencing homelessness. Inspired by his late grandmother…
Retreating from Wamberal could cost up to $1B
Council does not have the resources or power to acquire private properties at risk of coastal hazards but a State policy is being developed.
From NAB to FAB: new arts centre opens in Gosford
The former site of the NAB in Mann St has officially been transformed into the new Gosford Arts Centre — a dazzling transformation of the former bank building into a…
Internal council emails say library “perfect” for reuse
If not for local historian, correspondence would not be public.
30,000 locals to benefit from student debt cut legislation
The Federal Government has introduced legislation to cut 20% off all student debts, honouring a pre-election commitment and wiping more than $16B in debt for more than three million Australians….
Bold new plan to foster creative arts
The Central Coast is poised to emerge as a nationally recognised creative destination following the launch of Full Bloom: A New Season for Creative Arts on the Central Coast. It…
Larissa flying high after Pilot of the Year nomination
Warnervale’s Larissa Wilbow is flying high after being nominated as Young Pilot of the Year in the upcoming Australian Aviation Awards, an exciting awards program that recognises excellence across Australia’s…
Casey is the Coast’s own Regional Business Builders Hero
The Central Coast’s own Casey Squires has taken top honours in the prestigious Kochie’s Business Builders Regional Hero Awards – a celebration of small businesses making a big impact in…
Clare’s Law petition headed for parliamentary debate
After weeks of tireless campaigning, the grassroots movement to introduce Clare’s Law to NSW has reached a major milestone. The petition, led by domestic violence survivor and advocate Jo Cooper…
Team behind Gosford’s groundbreaking new hotel revealed
As momentum builds for the soon-to-launch voco Gosford, the pre-opening team has been revealed for Australia’s hottest lifestyle hotel opening outside of a major city. Leading the team is Bjoern…
Coastal Twist Festival under a cloud – Council demands new DA
The 2025 Coastal Twist Festival, set to run over six days from September 30 and culminate in the October 5 main event, Fair Day at Peninsula Recreation Precinct, is under…
Shark net removal trial set for one Central Coast beach this Summer
A trial to remove shark nets from one Central Coast beach this Summer has been welcomed by marine scientists, conservationists and a growing chorus of local leaders, as the State…