Homelessness on the rise
The Central Coast has made a list of the top 10 homelessness hotspots in the state, with the number of homeless in the region rising by 86 during the 2022-23…
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Rally to protest “failed” community consultation
Opponents of a proposed 50-lot housing development on Woy Woy Rd at Kariong will rally outside the Gosford office of the Department of Planning on Friday, February 16. Spokesperson Lisa…
New Regional Director for Business NSW
Business NSW has appointed a new Regional Director for the Central Coast. Scott Goold replaces Paula Martin, who has moved to a new role within Business NSW responsible for business…
Mariners doubleheader a tough day on home turf
An impressive crowd of more than 11,000 fans gathered at Gosford’s Industree Group Stadium on Saturday, February 10, eager to watch the Central Coast Mariners tackle two challenging games on…
Big week at Fun Haus Factory
The Fun Haus Factory in Gosford is set for another big week. This Thursday, February 15, sees the monthly Drag Bingo return with adult humour, cheeky innuendos, prizes, songs and…
Trend toward cashless disturbing
I find the current movement toward cashless quite disturbing as I am experiencing one of the repercussions. My doctor’s practice has signs up announcing their change to a cashless business…
Full steam ahead for palliative care unit at Wyong
Members of Elsie’s Project have welcomed an announcement that a palliative care unit will open at Wyong Hospital in late 2025. The news was confirmed at a recent public forum…
We need qualified councillors
I am heartened by David Harris’ comment in the article “The biggest challenges we face this year” (CCN 425) in respect of the upcoming council elections in September. He said…
Teens arrested after Police chase stolen car
Seven teens have been arrested after three vehicles were stolen and a police car was rammed on the Central Coast. On Monday, February 12, at about 2.30am officers from Brisbane…
Innovative approach to mental health
The Hunter New England and Central Coast Primary Health Network (PHN) has partnered with the University of Newcastle and the University of New England to take an innovative approach in…
Molly Picklum scores a perfect 10 at Pipeline
In a breathtaking display of skill that reverberated through the surfing world, Central Coast sensation Molly Picklum etched her name into the annals of surfing history by scoring a perfect…
Raise a glass for Local Beer Day
The breweries of the Central Coast are banding together to celebrate locally brewed beer with Local Beer Day on February 24. The event aims to showcase the local beer scene…
McDonald’s not welcome in Toukley says locals
McDonald’s wants to set-up shop in Toukley, opposite the primary school, but the locals are making it quite clear that the fast-food chain is not welcome. The community Facebook page…
Take advantage of cancer screening
Melanoma of the skin, prostate cancer, breast cancer, lung cancer and bowel cancer are projected to be the five most common cancers diagnosed this year in the Central Coast Local…
Tesch urges businesses to sign up to Seniors Card initiative
Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch is encouraging Central Coast businesses seeking to attract and retain new customers aged over 60 to participate in the NSW Seniors Card initiative. The long-standing…
More social housing for Wyong
An ambitious reform to tackle the state’s housing crisis has been delivered with the official launch of Homes NSW, with one of its first tasks to turbocharge the construction, maintenance…
Fascinating insight into pioneers
Walter Scott, aged 53, of Erina, works at a quarry in Killcare. He is rushed to Gosford Hospital after his hand is crushed in a work accident. The injury kills…
Songwriter sessions return to The Entrance
The Central Coast Acoustic Songwriter Sessions will return to The Entrance Lake House this year with the first event to take place on February 23. The session will feature Kylie…
Social group for autistic adults
From humble beginnings, the Spectrum Social Group for autistic adults has grown to a membership of more than 120. The group was initiated by Trish Stephens, a retired psychologist, who…
Amazon Prime one-day delivery
Amazon Australia has announced the launch of its Prime Free One-Day Delivery service to selected Central Coast postcodes, as well as in Brisbane, Geelong, Newcastle and Wollongong. The service is…