Go4Fun returns to the Coast next term
A free after-school program to help children get active and eat healthier will return at four locations across the Central Coast next term. Go4Fun will run for 10 weeks at…
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Veteran’s first book a philosophy of living
An Army veteran of two tours in Afghanistan and a men’s health mentor has just released his first book which has been 20 years in the making. Craig Ball of…
Power station investigated over fish kills
The Environment Protection Authority (EPA) announced on Tuesday that Vales Point Power Station is being investigated over two separate fish kills at Wyee Bay in a month. An EPA spokesperson…
Charity cycle raises $260,000 for Ronald McDonald House
A charity ride last week from Inverell to Newcastle, which saw 25 cyclists pass through the Central Coast, has raised $260,000 for Ronald McDonald House Charities. Money raised through the…
Country music star a shadow of his former self
Locally based country music entertainer Jason Owen of X Factor fame has been on a mission to lose a lot of weight after the arrival of the couple’s first baby…
Central Coast voice for regional health advisory panel
Health worker Georgina Rosee has been appointed to represent the Central Coast on the new Regional Health Ministerial Advisory Panel. Rosee has worked within Central Coast Local Health District for…
500km ride to raise money for Ronald McDonald House
Tyson Nicholson of Woongarrah became involved with Ronald McDonald House Charities’ Ride for Sick Kids by chance in 2019 and took part in the annual fundraiser again this week, with…
First sod turned on Woy Woy ambulance station site
The first sod has been turned on the new ambulance station to be constructed on the Woy Woy Hospital campus site. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, who…
TAFE studies boost mental health support workforce
With RU OK Day taking place this week (September 8), TAFE NSW has reiterated its vital role in training the new members for the mental health support workforce, with a…
TAFE helping fill health worker gap on Coast
TAFE NSW Gosford is ideally positioned to build a pipeline of local health workers to cater to a looming jobs boom in the Central Coast healthcare industry, according to newly…
Community co-operation conquers Covid
Members of Wyong Family History Group and Manno Mens Shed at Mannering Park found a way to keep community spirit alive during Covid-related restrictions over the past two years. History…
Helping children overcome trauma
Narara local Zoe Gianduzzo is on a mission to change the lives of children on the Central Coast. A Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, the paediatric specialist has a passionate interest…
Magic, music and dancing to support MS
One of Australia’s premier magicians, Liam Power, will perform at a night of magic, music and dancing to support people living with multiple sclerosis. The fun will get underway at…
Labor MPs back Wyong palliative care unit
Shadow Health Minister, Ryan Park, visited the Central Coast last week to show support for a dedicated palliative care unit at Wyong Hospital. He and Shadow Minister for Central Coast,…
Mental health support helpline launches
Member for Dobell and Assistant Minister for Mental Health and for Rural and Regional Health, Emma McBride, has welcomed the official launch of the new Head to Health phone service…
Light a candle to support suicide prevention
The Iris Foundation, based on the Central Coast, is inviting residents to light a candle at 8pm on September 10 to show support for suicide prevention, to remember a loved…
Put your best foot forward and walk to work
Central Coast residents are being urged to put their best foot forward and walk to work on Friday, September 2, as part of Walk to Work Day. The initiative encourages…
$1,000 donation for The Shirley Shuttle
The Shirley Shuttle was the big winner when the Ladies of Canton Beach Bowling Club held a Winter Warmer Raffle to raise funds. Club President, Margaret Dixon, said donations for…
Support builds for Wyong palliative unit
Support for a palliative care unit at Wyong Hospital is gaining momentum with about 2,500 signatures already on a petition to be presented to the State Government next month. “There…
Get ready for Relay For Life in November
Mingara Relay For Life is a community fundraising event for Cancer Council and a way to celebrate survivorship, remember loved ones lost and fight back against cancer. Teams of friends,…