Healing place borne from tragedy of homicide
Grace’s Place, a safe, healing place for children affected by homicide, was officially opened on Monday, November 14 by Federal Dobell MP and Assistant Minister for Mental Health and Suicide…
Health
Rotary helps out HoTS
Rotary The Entrance has donated an ECG and spirometry machine to the Health on The Streets (HoTS) mobile health clinic run by Coast & Country Primary Care to help the…
Coastlink launches new interactive website
The Central Coast’s leading disability and aged care provider, Coastlink, is enhancing accessibility and engagement for current and future clients, with the launch of its new interactive website this month….
Supporting victims of domestic and family violence
A nurse-led outreach service, developed by the Hunter New England Central Coast Primary Health Network (PHN), is looking out for the physical and mental health of domestic and family violence…
Expanding the role of pharmacies
As the GP shortage continues on the Central Coast, the NSW Government is making it easier to access more medications through local pharmacies. The landmark reform will expand the number…
Tesch urges local submissions to Disability Royal Commission
Member for Gosford, Liesl Tesch, is urging Central Coast residents to make a submission to the Disability Royal Commission before the cut-off date of December 31, as it investigates how…
Urgent Care Services providers being sought
Expressions of Interest (EPIs) are now being sought from potential providers in the region wanting to be one of 25 Urgent Care Services to be introduced by the NSW Government…
Tree planting acknowledges Crestani Scholarships
A wattle tree was planted recently at the University of Newcastle’s Ourimbah campus to acknowledge Crestani Scholarships and the role it plays in helping to achieve better outcomes for Central…
Mind health day at Tuggerah
Parents Beyond Breakup and Dads in Distress will host a free Mind Health Day at the Tuggerah Community Centre on November 19. Parents Beyond Breakup Project Manager Hunter New England,…
Reid rolls sleeve up for vaccination #4
Member for Robertson, Gordon Reid, is urging residents to make sure they are up to date with any COVID-19 vaccinations they are eligible for, after receiving his own fourth dose…
Free access to RATs extended
Central Coast residents most vulnerable to COVID-19 will continue to be supported in protecting themselves against the virus with the NSW Government extending free access to Rapid Antigen Tests (RATs)…
Mingara Relay For Life returns on November 12-13
Mingara Relay For Life is set to be held on November 12 and 13 to raise funds for the Cancer Council. Teams of friends, families and colleagues will raise money…
Meeting the need for more disability workers
A collaboration between TAFE NSW Gosford and Central Coast disability care provider Trilogy has kickstarted the careers of almost 100 new support workers. The NDIS National Workforce Plan estimates the…
Homes needed for Coast children in need
With a staggering number of children on the Central Coast living in out-of-home care, My Forever Family NSW is looking for families prepared to open their homes to children in…
RYSS programs for youth
Regional Youth Support Services (RYSS) has a range of activities specifically tailored to young people aged 12 to 25 to support their wellbeing and mental health through programs to build…
Brewery team shaves for a cause
Block ‘n Tackle Brewery at Kincumber is jumping on board the tradition of growing a Mo or shaving/trimming a beard to raise funds and awareness for men’s health during Movember….
Group meditation event at Umina Beach
As Mental Health Awareness Month draws to a close, a group meditation event will take place at Umina Breach on Saturday, October 29. Organised by co-founders of The Sit, Mike…
Have your say on regional health plan
Central Coast residents have until Sunday, October 23, to have their say on a new plan for the future of regional health. Minister for Regional Health, Bronnie Taylor, said the…
New breast cancer clinic in Wyong
Internationally renowned radiation oncologist and breast cancer specialist, Professor John Boyages AM, has started a fortnightly breast clinic in Wyong at Tuggerah Lakes Private Hospital. Opening the clinic coincides with…
In-home aged care service celebrates 10 years on Coast
Home Instead Central Coast will celebrate a decade of providing aged care services across the region on October 22. Owners Jasmine Hopcraft and Chris Dawson set up their own office…