Patonga and Pearl Beach roadwork will cause delays
Council is undertaking important slope stability works adjacent to Patonga Drive between Mount Ettalong Road, Umina to Pearl Beach Drive, Pearl Beach from Tuesday 16 November to Monday 22 November…
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Umina and Killcare downgraded in beach ratings
Both Umina and Killcare beaches have had their ratings downgraded from Very Good to Good in the recently-released State of the Beaches Report while Ocean Beach has maintained its Good…
Anne and David recognised for Arboretum contribution
Two locals were crowned Life Members of the Pearl Beach Arboretum last week in recognition of their dedication to the community and local environment. Ann Parsons and David George were…
Looking for a ‘sensible balance’ to tree clearing
Forum – In PP032 (Oct 21), the Pearl Beach Environment Group [PBEG] has raised concerns with the CCC over the loss of bushland in Pearl Beach and its impact on…
Warriors invite others to enjoy bowls
LAWN BOWLS – Members of the Pearl Beach ‘Warriors’ Bowling Group have participated in a COVID Cup Challenge to help shake off the lockdown blues. According to Pearl Beach Progress…
Village challenge raises $16,500
A community walk challenge held at Pearl Beach in early September has raised over $16,000 to help maintain the upkeep and renovations of the community’s Memorial Hall. The three-day challenge,…
Jazz, food and wine events pushed to new year
The Pearl Beach Progress Association has postponed a number of events due to the extension of the COVID lockdown. Pearl Beach Jazz in the Arboretum – a joint venture from…
Colour palette in harmony with bush
A Construction Certificate has been granted for a new dwelling house in Pearl Parade, Pearl Beach. The certificate, granted by a private certifier, means the project can commence including demolition…
Villagers want road upgrades before lookout makeover
The allocation of Central Coast Council funds to upgrade Mount Ettalong lookout instead of prioritising road work has left some Pearl Beach and Patonga residents perplexed. Pearl Beach residents have…
Pearl Beach closer to hosting Koala colony
New funding announced for the University of Sydney’s Koala translocation study will boost the Pearl Beach Arboretum’s Koala Project. The university received research funding for studying the potential for Koala…
Arboretum Art Trail to conclude this weekend
The Pearl Beach Arboretum Ephemeral Art Trail kicked off to a great start with hundreds of visitors attending the trail along the June Long Weekend. The launch started on the…
Conservatorium students to perform for Pearl Beach community
Pearl Beach Memorial Hall is set to host a line-up of aspiring young musicians this weekend as part of the Pearl Beach Progress Association’s support of the Central Coast Conservatorium….
Pearl Beach political activist says democracy dealt a blow
Pearl Beach resident, academic, and political activist, Klaas Woldring, says the recent decision to launch a public inquiry into Central Coast Council, leaving the organisation under administration, is “letting democracy…
Man falls from Pearl Beach cliff
Forum – Fire and Rescue NSW rescued a man who fell off a ledge on Pearl Beach Road, Pearl Beach, on the evening of April 7. Firefighting crews from Gosford…
Man drowns trying to save dog at Pearl Beach
An elderly man drowned at Pearl Beach on March 7. At around 7.30am police requested assistance from Surf Life Saving after a man went into the water at Pearl Beach…
New environment group in Pearl Beach
The creation of a new community group in Pearl Beach is on the cards following calls for residents to receive information relating to the area’s natural and built environment. Residents…
Honoured for services to women in business
A Pearl Beach resident has been recognised for her significant service to women in business with an AM in this year’s Australia Day honours list. Dr Denise Chasmar Fleming was…
Arboretum secures new nesting boxes
A local community sanctuary has received nesting boxes to help protect local animals ahead of the bushfire season. The Crommelin Native Arboretum at Pearl Beach was gifted the boxes, which…
Pearl Beach PA concerned over development and access
Pearl Beach Progress Association is just a little frustrated over a raft of concerns which have gone unaddressed, some for years. Members of the association hosted a visit by Central…
Pearl Beach Craft Trail coming soon
Twenty local artists are set to open their studios to visitors for the Pearl Beach arts trail on Saturday, December 5. The trail will allow the community to visit each…