Mock parliament passes No Homework Bill
Have you ever wondered how to get children interested and involved with politics? Federal Member for Dobell, Emma McBride, has a way to engage the youth of the Central Coast…
Education
Teachers and P&C reps raise concerns over local school conditions
Representatives from P&C committees across the Coast met at Umina Surf Life Saving Club on April 29 to discuss their concerns about current schooling conditions. Attendees included representatives from the…
Teachers and parents welcome National Walk Safely to School Day initiative
On Friday, May 14, students across the Peninsula will begin school with a stroll and participate in the 22nd anniversary of National Walk Safely to School Day. Students will be…
Teachers and P&C reps raise concerns over local school conditions
Representatives from P&C committees across the Coast met at Umina Surf Life Saving Club on April 29 to discuss their concerns about current schooling conditions. Attendees included representatives from the…
Local school leavers invited to kickstart their career at the ATO
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is launching a new recruitment program designed to give Gosford area school leavers an opportunity to get their foot in the door and gain valuable…
Schools celebrate Mothers’ Day
Schools across the Central Coast are doing their part to make mum feel extra special this Mothers’ Day by holding gift stalls, raffles, and evening morning teas. On Tuesday, May…
Schools help celebrate ANZAC Day
Youth across the Central Coast showed respect to those who served by holding ANZAC Day services at school or attending public dawn services. Narara Public School held a service during…
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.
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…