Need for youth crime meeting in Wyong
I write regarding recent incidences of vandalism by young people at Wyong, causing considerable damage and disruption to a local small business. I recently attended a community rally at Erina…
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Bouddi Peninsula Easter art exhibition
Hardys Bay Community Church will host its ninth annual Art Exhibition and Sale over the Easter long weekend, Friday April 18 to Monday, April 21. Honouring the reputation of many…
Raising awareness of epilepsy
Two Central Coast locals stepped up as Purple Heroes last month, raising vital awareness and funds for epilepsy research and support services during Make March Purple month. The national initiative…
The Greens back bigger and better than ever
The new $21M The Greens The Entrance clubhouse and state-of-the-art undercover bowling greens were officially opened on April 2 by Minister for the Central Coast and Member for Wyong David…
Residents angle for better parking option at Copa
Central Coast Council is conducting a review of parking conditions opposite local shops in Del Monte Pl at Copacabana, with three suggested options for improvements – but residents have come…
Funding promise for Empire Bay tennis club
An elected Dutton Liberal Government will commit $450,000 towards the construction of a clubhouse for the Empire Bay Tennis and Community Club. The new clubhouse will include secure equipment storage,…
Political posters offensive
Recently on my way to the Peninsula Leisure Centre, I was confronted with Lucy Wicks posters around the railway crossing. I later realised on my way to Kariong that they…
A crowd of commitments
EDITORIAL If you’ve noticed a surge in political activity across the Coast lately, you’re not imagining it. Over the past month, more than 20 federal and state politicians have come…
New panel will advise on dredging
The panel will assess all solutions to reduce flooding and report back to council in a few months.
A new era in junior basketball
A new era in junior basketball has arrived with the launch of Iron Tigers Basketball Club, already making a powerful impact in its debut season. With 15 teams competing across…
Wamberal seawall plan dead in the water
Premier’s comments kill off continuous seawall. Councillor says this should put an end to the proposal.
Federal election: A policy free zone?
FEDERAL ELECTION 2025 Its official – the Federal Election will be held on Saturday, May 3. With the election campaign now formally underway, both the Prime Minister and Opposition Leader…
Residents stymied by blocking of access pathway
Central Coast Council is set to investigate the legality of a steel fence erected on privately-owned land which cuts off pedestrian access between the Worrell Park housing estate and the…
PNG Angels return with mission accomplished
Central Coast-based neurosurgeon Dr Marc Coughlan and his team of PNG Angels have returned home after undertaking their eighth mission to Port Moresby General Hospital, Papua New Guinea, from March…
Funding pledge for Tuggerah Lakes pathway
A re-elected Albanese Labor Government will connect missing links by funding sections of shared pathway around Tuggerah Lakes. Federal Member for Dobell Emma McBride recently joined the Tuggerawong Pathway Group…
Reminder: Register to vote by April 7
If you’ve moved to a new address, changed your name, or turned 18, it’s time to ensure you’re registered to vote for the May 3 Federal election. The deadline to…
LEGO Brickfest bigger and better than ever
Central Coast Brickfest 2025 is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever. The Rainbow Bricks LEGO User Group is hosting the event which will raise funds for the Rotary…
Investigation into ‘bias-related assaults’ linked to dating app
Police are investigating the assaults and robberies of three separate men on the Central Coast on Sunday, March 30. The three men reported being lured to meetings by deceptive profiles…
Lagoon overflow due to low pressure system
Last week’s low pressure system wreaked a bit of havoc with two of the region’s lagoons, with some foreshore reserves and low-lying sections of Lake View Rd and Bundara Ave…
Ocean swim classic returns on Easter Saturday
The popular Terrigal Ocean Swim Classic will return on Easter Saturday, April 19, with a vibrant and family friendly series of open water swims at Terrigal Beach. With a history…