NDIS forum a success
An NDIS forum held recently at Blue Haven provided up-to-date information for participants, their families and carers. The forum was hosted by Federal Assistant Health Minister and Member for Dobell…
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New Coast refuge for DV victims
The Central Coast will be home to one of 10 new refuges for victim survivors of domestic and family violence to be set up by the State Government by 2026….
Preliminary work for Tascott station upgrade
There will be changed traffic conditions around Tascott railway station for two days sometime before December 20 as investigation works for accessibility and safety upgrades begin. With the work dependent…
Free seniors diary available now
The free Legal Topics for Seniors Diary 2025, produced by Legal Aid NSW, is now available and covers information from staying safe from social media scams to reverse mortgages and…
Crackdown on illegal tobacco
Tobacco retailers on the Central Coast have been put on notice, with the State Government set to introduce a suite of new reforms to better protect the community from the…
Souvenirs on show at book launch
The story of Central Coast souvenirs came to life at the recent launch of Peter Fisher’s new book Wish You Were Here: A History of Tourism on the NSW Central…
Gosford bypass powers ahead
Final work on the Gosford bypass is powering ahead, with traffic surveys being carried out along the Pacific Hwy and Manns Rd corridor in recent weeks. Work on the bypass…
Youth forum for future leaders
Almost 80 students from 16 different Central Coast high schools came together last month to learn how to be a leader and provide innovative solutions to issues facing the Central…
More EV charging stations for Coast
The Central Coast is powering up with 17 new electric vehicle (EV) charger sites, featuring 30 ports to be installed across the region. The $20M EV Destination Charging grants program…
Jet ski-free area for Ettalong Beach
New waterway restrictions are to be introduced at Ettalong Beach, creating a Paddle Craft Only Area in response to community concerns about water safety. Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch said…
Tesch inducted into hall of fame
Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch is one of eight new members to be inducted into the Sport Australia Hall of Fame at an awards celebration held in Melbourne on November…
River Hub abuzz with activity
Mooney Mooney’s new River Hub in Point Rd is usually abuzz with activity – from children’s playgroups to soccer games, songwriting classes, creative workshops and sometimes even street parties. The…
Residents want carpark reopened
Residents are calling for the urgent reopening of the locked carpark at Fagan Park, Point Clare. Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch said Central Coast Council locked the entry gate to…
Boaters urged to put safety first
With a busy boating season underway, boaters are being encouraged to put safety first. Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch said water safety measures such as wearing appropriate lifejackets, checking a…
New funding categories helping seniors connect
Two new categories, Multicultural and Aboriginal, have been added to the Connecting Seniors Grant Program for 2025 aimed at expanding opportunities for community groups and local councils to provide social…
Social media summit looks to community to strike the right balance
Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch is inviting the community to share their experiences, concerns and suggestions regarding social media use ahead of the Social Media Summit. The Summit is a…
Making government information easier to understand
Essential information about government services is about to become more accessible with the launch of the Easy Read Hub, part of the NSW Government’s commitment to make all government documents…
Wamberal boardriders benefit from government funding
The Wamberal Express Boardriders Club will receive $10,000 towards new equipment for surfing competitions and athlete development programs thanks to the NSW Government’s $37.2M Local Small Commitments Allocation Program. “The…
Tesch urges Coasties to think about organ donation
With about 1,800 people on Australia’s organ transplant waitlist and 14,000 more on dialysis for kidney failure needing help, Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch is urging Coasties to consider organ…
Pharmacists to be authorised to treat more conditions
Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch has welcomed news that Coasties will soon able to access treatment for a range of ailments at their local pharmacy. Health Minister Ryan Park announced…