Community-focused research in Ourimbah
A community-focused project studying two threatened species was held at the Hidden Valley Farm in Ourimbah Creek Valley on Saturday, May 1.
Education
Country Fair at Lisarow PS
After a challenging year for community events and gatherings, the Lisarow community will at last hold its biennial Country Fair at Lisarow Public School on Saturday, May 15. The day…
Applications open for NAISDA Dance College
NAISDA Dance College is seeking its next intake of standout dance and performing arts students and invites First Nations applicants aged 16-26 with a passion for dance and culture to…
New Library at St Brendan’s
St Brendan’s Catholic Primary School in Lake Munmorah has recently opened its new library. The new facility, which is part of their new learning centre constructed in 2020, is a…
Gen Q is back
Gen Q is back after a long hiatus, offering a supportive space for LGBTQIA+ youth to learn some new skills and information. The support group is run by Regional Youth…
Revamp for Central Coast Grammar
Senior students at Central Coast Grammar School have started Term 2 in a new, modern facility, part of the campuses revamp. Central Coast Grammar School Headmaster, Bill Low, said he…
Trip to hairdresser ends in job offer
When Gosford local, Scott Lampitt, escorted his grandmother for a haircut, he didn’t expect a two-for-one deal – book a haircut, gain an apprenticeship. Already working towards a Certificate II…
BlueWave Living and ET Australia join forces to provide accredited training
Two Central Coast organisations have combined to create a successful and proven employment method to give Central Coast locals entry level jobs in aged care. BlueWave Living at Woy Woy,…
Young people invited to connect during Youth Week
The Y of NSW is celebrating Youth Week and is inviting young people from across the Coast to connect at the Y with a host of free opportunities. A number…
Tumbi Umbi Campus welcomes new Principal
Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College, Tumbi Umbi, is welcoming their new Principal, Elizabeth Bate, in Term 2, replacing Kenndell Smith, the current relieving principal since October 2020. “I think that every…
Youth Week activities announced
The theme for this year’s Youth Week is Together More Than Ever, with a wide range of events for young people to connect, build skills, showcase their talents, be inspired…
Cassie Elbourn earned the Queen’s Guide Award
Wyong District Girl Guides are celebrating a rare occasion, with one of their members receiving the prestigious Queen’s Guide Award. Cassie Elbourn is the first member of the Wyong District…
Websters inspire youth to Dare to Dream
Nikki Webster has launched her own children’s book with her brother Scott Webster to help inspire Australian youth to live their dreams. The book, Dare to Dream, is a story…
Brandon wins district final of Lions Youth of Year award
Brandon Willmette from Henry Kendall High School won the District Finals of the 2021 Lions Youth of the Year Award at Rutherford on March 26. He will now represent Henry…
Distinction certificate for the Con
The Central Coast Conservatorium of Music has received an AMEB NSW Certificate of Distinction for a top 10 result for Most Outstanding Studio or Music School for Grade 5 through…
Homeshoolers join coastal clean-up
Homeschooled students around the Peninsula teamed up with Take 3 for the Sea on March 25 to remove over 1.96 tonnes of waste following the recent floods. Over 100 students…
Woy Woy PS students attend National Young Leaders Day
Eight students from Woy Woy Public School attended a conference in Sydney on March 24 to celebrate National Young Leaders Day. The event was hosted at the International Convention Centre…
Four students’ artwork included in A Central Vision Art Exhibition
Wadalba Community School had four students in this year’s A Central Vision Art Exhibition held throughout March. The exhibition was a partnership between the Department of Education and Gosford Regional…
Youth driver awareness education program returns
More than 1,600 young drivers aged between 15 and 24 have died in the past five years in Australia, according to Youthsafe, and drivers in that age group are some…
Check-In assessments to track students’ progress extended to six age groups
Check-In assessments for Years 4, 6 and 8 will roll out in schools next term. This follows a successful run of the system for Years 3, 5 and 9. NSW…