Scoreboard upgrade for leisure centre
The extensively used electronic scoreboard in the sports hall of Peninsula Leisure Centre in Woy Woy is getting a $9,820 upgrade, thanks to Community Building Partnership Program funding from the…
Liesl Tesch
Lights on at Woy Woy tennis club
Playing conditions at Woy Woy Tennis Club are set for a boost, with the club securing $40,000 in Community Building Partnership (CBP) Program funding from the NSW Government to upgrade…
Boost for three Coast events
Three major events in the Gosford electorate are set for a boost with the announcement of a $60,000 grant under the Regional Event Fund. The Naturellement, Glenworth Grazing, and Words…
A mention in State Parliament
The proprietor of Central Coast Antiques & Collectables has been recognised in NSW Parliament for his extensive charity work. Mitchell Gordon and his friend Troy Dove were formally acknowledged in…
Men’s Shed members take up tools
A large timber cutting bandsaw for ripping timber to size, and a half sheet metal cutting guillotine are two new additions at Gosford Men’s Shed that members can’t wait to…
Increased security for Mooney Cheero Hub
The Mooney Cheero community-run River Hub will receive $5,500 for security cameras under the NSW Government’s 2023 Community Building Partnership Program. The much-loved space is used by Mooney Mooney and…
Weed removal for Mangrove Creek reserve
The NSW Government has delivered $3,692 to target noxious weeds on Crown land reserves at Mangrove Creek Recreation Reserve. Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch said the money would be used…
New outboard motors for Marine Rescue
Marine Rescue Central Coast has received a $38,000 grant from the State Government for the replacement of two outboard motors on one of their four rescue craft covering Brisbane Water…
Somersby Falls precinct reopens
The new and improved Somersby Falls Visitor Precinct was officially reopened on June 9. Located in the beautiful rainforest setting of Brisbane Water National Park, alongside waterfalls and viewing platforms,…
Check those smoke alarms
Last winter, the Central Coast was home to the third highest reported number of residential fires in NSW, with kitchen fires the most common. Winter 2023 saw 243 fires in…
Nominate now for Community Champion awards
Central Coast residents wanting to shine a spotlight on individuals who are going above and beyond are encouraged to nominate them in the inaugural Gosford Community Champion Awards. Member for…
Boost for women in water polo program
Gosford Water Polo Club has received $8,716 in grant funding from the NSW Government’s $4.4M Local Sport Grant Program to be directed towards the club’s Women in Water Polo Program….
Mixed reaction to State Budget
The State Budget, handed down on June 18, has met a mixed reception on the Central Coast, with Labor MPs saying it lays the groundwork for a brighter future for…
Boost for Kariong Storm
Gosford Kariong Storm Rugby League Football Club has received $5,056 through the NSW Government’s $4.4M Local Sport Grant Program. Club secretary Dayle Martin said the funding would provide valuable support…
Support for informal emergency volunteers
Spontaneous volunteers on the Central Coast who turn up to help in times of crisis will be better trained, equipped and co-ordinated through a new $5M grants program funding councils,…
No interest loans for essential goods and services
Low-income families and individuals on the Central Coast may be eligible to apply for no interest loans of up to $2,000 for essential goods and services through the St Vincent…
Conservation plan for memorial park
Gosford Memorial Park is set to receive $10,000 for the preparation of a Conservation Management Plan. It is one of 19 recipients across the state to receive a grant from…
CoastAbility hands out scholarships
To mark Volunteers Week 2024 CoastAbility held its annual Volunteers’ Dinner and Scholarships Presentation at Gosford RSL Club on May 21. Members were thanked for their contribution and volunteer bus…
Drivers reap rewards for safe driving
Motorists on the Central Coast are reaping the rewards of safe driving through the NSW Government’s demerit point return trial. Data broken down by local government area (LGA) shows 54,…
Young people encouraged to have their say
Young people on the Central Coast aged 14-24 are being encouraged to share their views on issues that matter most to them in the Your Voice, Our Future survey, which…