Music forced upon us as we shop
It’s great that Westfield shopping centre now has a “quiet time” every Tuesday from 10.30am-11.30am, although (it) looks to me (like) a token measure and hardly sufficient. It’s how we…
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Next stage of Wyong Hospital redevelopment
The next phase of the $200M Wyong Hospital Redevelopment is a step closer, with a builder appointed and construction set to begin early this year. Health Infrastructure Acting Executive Director…
Concerns remain over Long jetty amenities
Member for The Entrance David Mehan says Central Coast Council has dismissed community concerns about its plans for new public amenities buildings within the Long Jetty Foreshore Reserve. Council responded…
Roadwork at Watanobbi
Motorists are advised of changed overnight traffic conditions from next week to carry out maintenance work on the Pacific Hwy and Brittania Dr roundabout at Watanobbi. From Monday, February 5,…
Suspend Council’s planning powers: CEN
The Community Environment Network (CEN) has called on the NSW Government to suspend Central Coast’s planning powers and fix the Coast’s LEP. The LEP is the Local Environment Plan that…
Libraries back in business
Central Coast libraries will resume their preschool programs Babytime, Toddlertime and Storytime from Monday, February 5. Don’t miss out on new storytime sessions, as well as Sensitive Storytime. After-school activities…
Body found in Watagan Forest
A body, believed to be that of a man reported missing from Doyalson last week, has been located. Tuggerah Lakes Police District issued public appeals for information and launched an…
Parking to remain free at Wyong Hospital
The State Government has put to rest fears that paid parking could be introduced at Wyong hospital. It was announced on February 2 that free parking would remain in place…
Motorcyclist injured in Wamberal crash
Westpac Rescue Helicopter landed on the sports field at the Tumbi Umbi Campus of Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College on Thursday, February 29, to pick up an injured motorcycle rider. The…
New event centre for revamped RSL club
Gosford RSL Club will present the Central Coast’s newest and most captivating event space in May when it opens The Gallery, located on the top level of the new $45M…
PM pops in to talk-up Medicare
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese paid a surprise visit to the Central Coast on Thursday, February 1, to mark the 40th anniversary of Medicare and the success of the region’s two…
Continuing fight against problem gambling
Member for Wyong and Minister for Gaming and Racing David Harris was at Central Coast Leagues Club on Friday, February 2, to announce that from July 1, venues with more…
Service to honour naval hero
There will be a Naval Commemoration Service at the Jonathan Rogers Memorial at Rogers Park, Woy Woy on Saturday, February 10, at 11am. The memorial, which recognises Chief Petty Officer…
War of words over voucher scheme
Minister for the Central Coast and Member for Wyong David Harris has hit back at criticism from Member for Terrigal Adam Crouch over the State Government’s Active and Creative Kids…
Coast welcomes new citizens
More than 200 new citizens were welcomed into the local community when Central Coast Council conducted a citizenship ceremony on Monday, January 29. Held at The Art House in Wyong,…
Information sought about Gorokan crash
Tuggerah Lakes Police District are appealing for anyone with dashcam footage or who was a witness to a collision between a car and motorbike at Gorokan to come forward. A…
Have your say on outdoor trading policy
Business owners are being invited to give their feedback on Central Coast Council’s proposed Outdoor Trading Specification for outside dining and street vending. The Draft Central Coast Local Approvals Policy…
Council’s payment gateway reopens following cyber breach
Access to Central Coast Council’s payment channel is once again available and customers can safely transact with Council again through this payment method over the phone or online via Council’s…
New Mariners signing excited to be reunited with former coach
The Central Coast Mariners have signed 22-year-old striker Ryan Edmondson, following his departure from English League One side Carlisle United. In making the switch to the Mariners, Edmondson reunites with…
Jobs and robust economy key to successful 2024
What are the major issues and challenges facing the Central Coast in 2024? It’s a question Coast Community News put to Minister for the Central Coast and Member for Wyong…