Walking to ensure access to sight-saving care
Joanna Hobbs from Wadalba is running and walking 100km this August for her first-ever Fred’s Big Run in honour of her daughter Matilda’s remarkable vision journey. Matilda’s life was changed…
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Taking steps to prevent bullying
Residents and Planet Fitness members laced up their runners and took a step towards ending bullying in Australia at Planet Fitness Tuggerah on Wednesday, August 13. Planet Fitness Australia and…
New camera a boon for hospital
Gosford Hospital’s emergency and neurology departments have received a significant boost in diagnostic technology thanks to the support of Ourimbah Auxiliary, which funded the purchase of a fundus camera. The…
Support following suicidal crisis or suicide attempt
Increasing aftercare support for individuals who have experienced a suicidal crisis or suicide attempt, the Care Connect program is now available in the Hunter and Central Coast areas through community…
Cancer centre celebrates 30 years
The Icon Cancer Centre in Gosford celebrated its 30th anniversary with an on-site barbecue on August 7. Current, past and long-term staff, doctors, patients and healthcare partners attended, with this…
Registrations open for Relay for Life
Registrations are now open for one of the Central Coast’s most inspiring community events – Mingara Relay For Life 2025, which will take place overnight from 10am on Saturday, September…
Black Wolf does its bit for mental health
Federal Member for Robertson Dr Gordon Reid joined Special Envoy for Men’s Health Dan Repacholi on a visit to Erina’s Black Wolf Collective recently to highlight its charity fundraising. The…
Recognition for aged care worker
Lake Haven local Jennifer Curtis has been named a finalist in the Royal Freemasons’ Benevolent Institution (RFBI) prestigious Showcase Awards, recognising staff members who have demonstrated excellence and dedication in…
Hats off to aged care workers
In the wake of Aged Care Employee Day (ACED) on August 7, Alino Living is calling on the community to recognise those who care for older Australians by saying ‘thanks…
Major award for Girl Guide Naomi
Nine-year-old Naomi Young of Niagara Park Girl Guides has received the highest Junior Girl Guide award, the Junior BP Emblem. The national award is earned through covering challenges in all…
Uniting book club and bushwalks
Keeping your mind and body in shape on the Central Coast could be as simple as the three Bs. BooksBushBullshit – that’s the handle of Georgia Young’s social group which…
Mental health advocate cycles into The Entrance North
Western Australian sheep shearer turned mental health advocate Lenny Deacon will arrive on the Central Coast on August 24 as part of his extraordinary solo cycling journey around Australia to…
Beloved swim teacher needs support
Beloved swim teacher Nicole Best, who many know through CrocStars, a specialised swim school for children with disabilities, has recently received heartbreaking news, being diagnosed with a rare form of…
Check out your hearing at home for free
As the business end of the footy season approaches, an Aussie health-tech company is encouraging Central Coast men to make good use of the ad breaks, for the sake their…
Cheaper medication legislated in parliament
From January 1 next year, a prescription on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) will cost Australians no more than $25. The last time PBS medicine cost no more than $25…
Sonia making a difference in aged care
With Aged Care Employee Day set for August 7, Peninsula Villages is highlighting Sonia Daniel, who truly embodies the spirit of care. Her journey at Peninsula Villages began in the…
Farewell to brave young Spencer
The Central Coast community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of 13-year-old Spencer Farley, who passed away on July 22 after an incredibly brave battle with a rare form of cancer….
Register now to be an organ donor
With organ donor registrations down 10% on the Central Coast, DonateLife NSW is urging residents to talk to their families about organ donation and sign up to the Australian Organ…
Ballerina Supertees for Gosford Hospital
Volunteers from across the Central Coast came together at Gosford RSL recently to pack the latest ballerina themed Supertee medical garments before delivering them to Gosford Hospital. This is the…
New hub to help women through menopause
Central Coast women will benefit from a new menopause virtual health hub, announced recently by the NSW Government. It will enable women to access flexible, complex care from highly trained…