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Ongoing trackwork a major gripe

With regard to train delays and union strike action, it would appear that any minor problem (such as signalling) can be enhanced to a much larger problem without supervision. I…


All renewable grid a fantasy

I note that Future Sooner is lodging its final report soon (CCN 478). Closing our existing coal-fired power stations would have some benefit, but what are we going to replace…


Pay for your own flights

Peter Dutton – you want to attend NRL grand finals, as the owner of 26 investment properties, pay for air flights out of your own pocket, instead of slugging Aussie…


Book your own accommodation

Our PM has requested of Aussies that we “ditch American products and buy local goods”. One easy way we can do this is with booking accommodation, because all travel apps…


Kudos to pharmacy staff

I join the congratulations to Noraville Terry White Pharmacy upon taking out the National Pharmacy of the Year Award (CCN 477). I was surprised and disappointed that there was no…


Back ABC emergency service

In the wake of Cyclone Alfred the Central Coast Branch of the Friends of the ABC urges residents to vote for a candidate in Robertson or Dobell who would support…


Lots more opportunities for solar

I saw recently that the government is providing funds to provide solar power on unit blocks; not a bad idea. Breakers has recently covered its carpark with solar panels, approximately…


Kudos to Kincumber Library

The recent Grandparent’s Day at Kincumber Library during Seniors Week was a wonderful Time to Shine event. Children and grandparents enjoyed story time, music, movement, and activities. Thank you, Kincumber…



Where will the nuclear waste go?

Like any other zealot, your correspondent (CCN 476) has ignored the problems with nuclear energy – the high cost, the time to commission the plants, and the elephant in the…