Work commences on new Visitor Information Centre
Council has commenced construction to transform the Visitor Information Centre at The Entrance.
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Packed program of activities for school holidays
With the April school holidays fast approaching, Central Coast Council has developed a jam-packed program of online and face-to-face activities and events. Parents, carers and guardians can head to the…
Statue commemorates efforts of animals in war
A bronze statue of a German Shepherd, honoring the contribution of animals that have served the armed forces of Australia, will be unveiled at The Entrance Cenotaph thanks to work by the Entrance Long Jetty RSL sub-Branch.
Coast town centres to come alive
Four Central Coast town centres will come alive this April and May with Social Spaces – a series of pop-up activations aimed at bringing the community together and attracting visitors…
Grant McBride baths at The Entrance set for short and long-term upgrades
The Grant McBride Ocean Baths at the Entrance will soon undergo renovations, while community consultation has led to investigations for long-term improvements.
Influx of GPs headed to the north
The Entrance, Wyong, Tuggerah and Budgewoi are set to benefit from an influx of almost 11 new GPs following an incentive program introduced by the Primary Health Network (PHN) to redress the shortage in the area.
Boost for junior training band
Tuggerah Lakes Junior Training Band is the recipient of the monthly funding grant from Greater Bank and will receive $2000 to help cover costs of a program faciliatated by the Conservatorium of Music.
Visitor centre to be transformed
Central Coast Council will soon commence construction to transform the Visitor Information Centre at The Entrance to an interactive, multipurpose facility. The Visitor Information Centre is an iconic site on…
Neighbours take aim at Council over boarding house proposal
Neighbours are strenuously objecting to a 24-room, three-storey boarding house proposal at 33 Dening St, The Entrance. Surrounding neighbours are most concerned that they were not formally notified of the…
Established artists share their platform for Voices of the Land
A new art exhibition called Voices of the Land is coming to The Entrance Gallery showcasing 17 upcoming Aboriginal Artists and creatives. The exhibition will run from December 10 to…
Overdue local flood plan still not up to scratch, says Mehan
The Entrance MP, David Mehan, has welcomed the release of the overdue updated Central Coast Local Flood Plan but said it still fell short on flood classification levels and timing…
Drone artistry on display
The Central Coast Drone Flyers, an avid group of drone photographers, are launching an exhibition at The Entrance Gallery to showcase their aerial photographs. The exhibition will be held at…
Boarding house proposed for 825 square metre block
Plans have been lodged with Central Coast Council for a 24-room boarding house backing on to Taylor Park at The Entrance. The proposed development at 33 Dening St will accommodate…
Pausing to remember
Services will be held throughout the northern areas of the Central Coast to honour the lives of our servicemen and women next Thursday, November 11, as the region commemorates Remembrance…
Pelican feeding under review
It’s time to bring back the pelican feeding to the waterfront says The Entrance MP, David Mehan. The daily pelican feeding had been a huge drawcard every afternoon for longer…
Botulism likely cause of bird deaths
Two adult Eastern Ospreys have been found dead at the base of their nest tree, as well as another young bird at a different nesting site, at The Entrance. Allan…
Local MPs co-sponsor Voluntary Assisted Dying Bill
Dying with Dignity NSW has welcomed the introduction of the NSW Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) Bill into NSW Parliament on October 14. The Entrance MP, David Mehan, and Gosford MP,…
Panel wants more evidence before making apartment decision
The Local Planning Panel deferred a decision on a block of units at The Entrance pending detailed evidence from the applicant demonstrating the original consent had physical commencement and had…
Julie’s secrets light the way for best seller
The Entrance based entrepreneur, Julie Watson, is one of many contributors that have written chapters for Lake Macquarie based author Joanne Martin’s bestseller book, Innovation Secrets. The book, which became…
Fairport unit development recommended for approval
A proposed six-storey unit development for The Entrance, which was first approved in 2006, goes to the Local Planning Panel (LPP) on Thursday, September 23 with a series of changes…