Interesting times ahead
I see that Geoff Mitchell is clearly bemoaning the electoral loss by the negative, dysfunctional and anti-progressive mob that steered the Central Coast into administration (CCN Forum 467). And so…
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The Wharf Revue: The end of an era
The Art House will present three performances of the last ever Wharf Revue, an audience favourite and a political satire that will be remembered. The three performances will be on…
Latest land values for Central Coast
Residential land values on the Central Coast increased by 4.3 per cent in the 12 months to July 1, 2024 – the largest rise of any coastal local government area…
Poor decision regarding LPP
Already the new Council is showing its colours, with the decision to increase the number of development application objections required to trigger a referral to the Local Planning Panel. The…
Confidence growing but small businesses need help
Despite concerns about wages and costs the latest Business NSW Business Conditions Survey reveals business sentiment on the Central Coast continues to improve. “It’s encouraging to see such a strong…
Nurses rally as crisis worsens
Nurses and midwives rallied outside the Wyong office of Minister for the Central Coast and Member for Wyong David Harris on Monday, December 9, as they continue to fight for…
Jets school program kicking goals on Coast
Nearly 250 students across the Central Coast are lacing up their boots this term as they take part in the Jets:LEARN program delivered by the Newcastle Jets in partnership with…
Bumper year for RSL LifeCare
RSL LifeCare has announced a $3.7M surplus for the 2024 financial year, with its annual report highlighting the opening of a Veteran and Family Hub on the Central Coast as…
Pearl Beach art trail highlights nature’s beauty
The PBEAT 2025 Committee has announced Fiona Gavino as the inaugural Artist in Residence at the Pearl Beach Arboretum. Gavino’s will create a site-specific work for the Pearl Beach Environmental…
Monster raffle to help those in need
The Older Women’s Network, Deepwater will conduct its annual Monster Christmas Raffle on Wednesday and Thursday, December 11 and 12, adjacent K-Mart in Deepwater Plaza and on Saturday, December 14,…
More train delays as negotiations stall
Central Coast commuters could be in for more delays as Christmas approaches, with the Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) claiming the NSW Government has derailed negotiations for a new…
Mariners men rebound to beat Sydney FC
Central Coast Mariners claimed a hard-fought 2-1 win over Sydney FC on Sunday night, December 8, at Industree Group Stadium in Gosford, marking their second consecutive victory and a climb…
Life membership for Di
Di Willard has been awarded Life Membership of the Ourimbah Region Residents Association (ORRA). Willard received a commentative plaque and a bunch of flowers to recognise the award at the…
New trains a disappointment
I am 86 years old with a walking stick and on Friday, December 6 I caught the (new Mariyung) 9.33am train from platform 1 at Gosford. What a disappointment; why…
Time running out to support toy drive appeal
Residents have only until December 13 to make a donation to The Salvation Army, Newcastle Permanent and Greater Bank Christmas Toy Drive Appeal. “Despite many donations already made by the…
Book signing to celebrate restaurant re-launch
A Greek-themed book signing will be held from 12 noon to 3pm on Saturday, December 21 to celebrate the reopening of the Ela Mesa restaurant at Woy Woy under new…
William a leader in scientific research
William Roberts, a 2024 graduate of Green Point Christian College, has been honoured with the STANSW Young Scientist Award for his groundbreaking Science Extension project. His research explored the environmental…
St John the Baptist parish welcomes special visitor
St John the Baptist Catholic parish in Woy Woy recently welcomed Father Johnson Gonsalves, the Provincial of Pune Province of the Missionaries of St Francis de Sales (MSFS). St John…
Encore by Mingara opens its doors
Encore by Mingara, the Central Coast’s newest four-star hotel, is now open for bookings. The vision of the hotel on the Tumbi Umbi site has been on the club’s master…
Council backs people with disability
Central Coast Council celebrated International Day of People with Disability on December 3, promoting understanding, acceptance and inclusion for people with disabilities in our community. As part of its ongoing…