Coast Shelter calls for domestic violence strategy
Coast Shelter has published a paper outlining its position on domestic and family violence, aiming to bring greater focus and attention to the issue and to create solutions to help…
Health
Health District urges eligible residents to book their third COVID-19 vaccination
If you are eligible for your third COVID-19 vaccination book in and do it – that’s the clear message from Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD). Central Coast Public Health…
Meat: why sourcing quality matters
We’re venturing into new territory over the next few weeks and discussing the importance of sourcing quality meat, with plenty of practical tips and advice around how to go about…
Valentines Day sparks romance at the Villages
Love was in the air at Peninsula Villages on Valentine’s Day, as the aged care organisation welcomed back visitors for the first time in months. The previous visitation restrictions that…
Mouthguards essential this sporting season, says local dentist
As the winter sporting season approaches, a local dentist has renewed calls for local sports players to wear mouthguards during play to protect against potentially serious dental injuries. President of…
One in three locals showing signs of hearing loss
New research released in the lead up to Hearing Awareness Week (March 1-7) has highlighted one in three locals think their partner already has or might be showing signs of…
Copa surgeon calls for vaccine equity for Africa
Central Coast obstetric fistula surgeon Dr Andrew Browning has warned that Australia will continue to suffer catastrophic COVID case numbers unless developing nations such as Africa are offered vaccinations. Browning,…
Free suicide prevention workshops available to local clubs
Local sporting clubs have been invited to host free suicide prevention workshops to help players and supporters step up as teammates. Local suicide prevention committee Save Our Kids From Suicide,…
Eight-week support program for survivors and their families
Lifeline is encouraging people who have made a suicide attempt and their families to gain support to recover through its Eclipse support groups which will start this month. Lifeline Hunter…
Umina Bowling club raises funds for cancer patients
Umina Beach Men’s Bowling Club has donated $5,000 to Gosford Hospital’s Cancer Unit to help purchase surgical equipment for local cancer patients. The club presented the cheque to Central Coast…
Josh gets in the swim for Laps for Life
Avoca resident and paramedic Josh Barnes will jump into the pool in support of ReachOut’s annual Laps for Life initiative for the third year in March. The month-long swimming challenge…
Working with younger parents rewarding for Benevolent Society case worker
Amanda Carle of Kincumber is celebrating 10 years of supporting young parents all over the Central Coast in her role as a case worker for the Benevolent Society. With a…
Poached Coconut Chicken with Victoria Abraham
We’re back for the final instalment of our Summer salads series. This week, we’re chatting to Victoria Abraham from Jimalie Coconut Products. Victoria is a nutritionist whose passion for whole,…
Nursing homes not in need of Defence Force assistance
Local aged care organisations have welcomed the news that Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel will be able to support staff if work shortages intensify. No local organisations have received that…
Health system to be boosted by 153 new nurses and midwives
The workforce at Central Coast Local Health District will be boosted by 153 new nurses and midwives. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said many of the new…
The art of grazing with Phat Platter
We’re back for the fifth instalment of our Summer salads series. This week, we’re chatting to Paige from local business Phat Platter – a team of food and styling experts…
‘At the end of our tether’ – busloads of Central Coast nurses travel to rally
Nurses and care workers in residential care homes across the seats of Dobell and Robertson fall victim to Covid far more frequently than the residents they care for.
The Glen for Women to open in April
A rehabilitation centre for Aboriginal women, run by Aboriginal women, will open its doors in April following a $9m investment by the Federal Government.
Doctor warns DPA will not alleviate GP shortage crisis
A long-established and highly regarded GP on the Coast has warned that recent moves by the Federal Government to alleviate the shortage of doctors will prove largely ineffective.
One-day walk-in vaccination hub at Woy Woy Hospital
A walk-in vaccination hub will be open on Friday, February 18 at Woy Woy Hospital, offering Pfizer and Paediatric Pfizer doses to locals. The service is available to all eligible…