We are dependent on coal one way or another
I was interested in an article in another publication recently entitled Australia risks failing on renewable energy. The last paragraph said: “If there’s a message from recent renewable energy investment…
letters to the editor
More on the Voice to Parliament
Re Gary Field’s comments (Setting facts straight on the Voice to Parliament, CCN394). Gary declares his intentions “to correct a number of errors of fact” contained (in) Linda Telisman’s published…
More detail needed on proposed university
As a local who claims we need a truly Central Coast University, I note the proposal of the Chancellor Institute (CCN 395). Perhaps it has the potential to be what…
Government should move with the times
As people are now required to work until they are 67 years old before they qualify for the age pension, why aren’t other age-triggered requirements moved to match? Instead of…
More money to be thrown at boardwalk
Member for Terrigal Adam Crouch shows remarkable backtracking abilities over the boardwalk closure (CCN394). His pet project was opposed by many for mainly environmental reasons. He and his supporters were…
Dredging problem an endless cycle
In the more than 25 years I have lived in Woy Woy I can’t remember a time when the dredging of the Ettalong channel has not been of concern. It…
Pro-nuclear brigade ignores inconvenient truth
The pro-nuclear brigade don’t give up, do they? (Dark times ahead, CCN393) Despite much correspondence published in the past, I have yet to hear of a realistic scheme to safely…
Constant dredging not sustainable
Thank you for the subtle page layout in CCN393 demonstrating the Member for Terrigal’s double standard on marine seafloor destruction: FOR inshore dredging and AGAINST offshore mining. Dredging in North…
Setting facts straight on The Voice to Parliament
I write to correct a number of errors of fact contained Linda Telisman’s published letter (CCN392). The 11 Aboriginal MPs in Federal Parliament representing different political parties have been elected…
Dispelling misinformation on wind farms
Thank you for your article Wind farms no threat to Whales says Professor (CCN393). It was pleasing to (see) some of the misinformation on our energy transformation dispelled in an…
Liberal Party’s ‘No’ stance questionable
The policy of the Federal Liberal Party to argue against the Voice Referendum is questionable on several grounds. The latest argument, presented by Liberal Party leader Peter Dutton, that a…
Avoca Beach developments shameful
If you wish to build a five-storey apartment block in Avoca Beach, first buy a parcel of land on a hill and then remove the hill – shame! Alternatively, if…
Problems with self-checkouts
I have experienced at least two serious issues with the Coles self-checkouts, and it behoves readers to be aware of them lest they find a surprise on the final bill….
Coast loses two of its best
Last month, two of our most giving Central Coast community members died. Each practised the conviction that learning and its expression are at the heart of a fulfilling life. For…
Check the facts on The Voice
I refer to the letter (CCN 392) headed “The Voice; it’s OK to vote No”. I wish to state that it is not OK to vote No when misinformation and…
Coles cutting costs
Forum: I was intrigued to read your correspondent’s report on Coles in Woy Woy closing its “express” lane (Bring back express checkout, CCN 391). By the way, Coles has always…
Express lane closures frustrating
I write in reference to the letter in Forum CCN392. I am a disabled 80 year old living in Wyoming. My local Coles has also shut its express aisle. There…
Administrator and CEO determined to leave their mark
Central Coast Council Administrator Rik Hart and CEO David Farmer are determined to leave their mark on the Coast before they go next year. They are about to sell off…
Overpopulation affects global warming
In response to G Cameron (CCN 388) – Urgent action needed on global warming. Yes, most of your comments are correct – however you overlook the most important issue in…
The Voice; it’s OK to vote No
I would like to respond to the articles on page six of CCN 390 – Info session on the Voice to Parliament deemed a success and Greens urge Coasties to…