Changes to Medicare funding will hit GP after-hours services and will see more patients presenting at Gosford Hospital’s already over-stretched emergency department, according to Member for Gosford, Ms Liesl Tesch. “Until now,…
Central Coast residents who are most at risk of getting sick during this year’s flu season can now access a free influenza vaccine under the Federal Government’s National Immunisation Program….
Cancer Council NSW has launched a new, face-to-face financial counselling service for people affected by cancer in the Central Coast region, with a dedicated Financial Counsellor delivering support exclusively designed…
The Central Coast community was given a sneak peek inside the new Gosford Hospital tower on April 21. Member of the Legislative Council, Taylor Martin, said he was excited that…
A local bowling club will be promoting an anti-drink driving campaign, known as Plan B, on Anzac Day, April 25. Club Umina manager Mr Paddy Quigg said: “Plan B promotes…
A ceremony to mark the centenary of the end of World War I will be held at a local hospital on Anzac Day, Wednesday, April 25, at 8:30am. The ceremony at Brisbane Waters Private Hospital…
Patients in Robertson now pay an average out-of pocket fee of $32.45 to see a doctor, according to Labor candidate for Robertson Ms Anne Charlton. “This cost is unaffordable for many local people, with…
Challenge Community Services, a new mental health service for local NDIS clients, recently opened a Therapeutic Services office in Tuggerah, employing four psychologists. Two of the on-site psychologists are also…
Member for Dobell, Ms Emma McBride, has been asked to help a large number of National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants in her electorate due to delays and funding cuts….
The Central Coast Local Health District (the District) took the opportunity to celebrate the achievements of its female workforce on International Women’s Day on March 8. Gosford Hospital Redevelopment Manager,…
Coast Community Connections’ free gambling counselling service, Gambling Solutions, has confirmed that it is experiencing an increase in demand for its services each and every day. A recent NSW Government…
Everglades Men’s Bowls Club has presented a cheque to Woy Woy Hospital as part of the men’s bowls ongoing fundraising for facilities at the hospital. The cheque was presented to…
A new rehabilitation and research clinic was officially opened at Brisbane Waters Private Hospital on March 22. The NSW Ministry of Health gave the hospital approval in early March to…
A Wamberal resident is calling on the Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) to increase and improve upon the range of diabetes treatment and management services available to patients on…
Radiation Oncology Centres (ROC) in Gosford has been delivering cancer care services for the local community for over 20 years, and this year showed support for people living with blood…
A tilt recliner chair has been donated for use by residents and respite clients at a local aged care facility. The tilt recliner chair will provide assistance to elderly and…
Camp Breakaway’s Smith-Magenis Syndrome (SMS) Family Camp began on Friday, March 16. Supported by more than 100 volunteers and staff, 19 families who have a child with SMS came together…
North Gosford Rotary Club held a Benefactors and Beneficiaries Dinner on February 26 to thank Central Coast people, schools and businesses for getting behind its Save Our Kids (SOKS) suicide…
NSW Health introduced a new initiative to get young people thinking about their sexual health at the Coast’s own, Mountain Sounds Festival. During the popular event, that attracted thousands of…
More than 950 older Australians on the Central Coast are waiting for home care packages, and some have been waiting for more than 12 months, according to the Member for…