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Call for more action on climate change

The Central Coast Australian Conservation Foundation (ACF) is calling on Central Coast Council to be more proactive in addressing the threat posed by climate change. Convenor Mark Ellis said a…




Someone has to pay for renewables

In Forum CCN 417 Dennis Silvers says: “True, there is a cost, (renewables) but it depends on who is covering the cost – not necessarily the electricity consumer”. My question…


Rates rise needs to stay: Council

Central Coast Council has flagged a growing gap between recurring income and expenditure. In its long-term financial plan, which estimates the growth in income and expenditure for the next 10…


Patrols on Narara Creek

Transport for NSW Maritime says it will schedule additional patrols on Narara Creek following concerns about speeding power boats. Residents have been raising the issue with Maritime since 2021, concerned…






Where are our Federal MPs?

I am one of those people that still love to flick through a local newspaper (hard copy) and really appreciate your local paper. I was just reading the latest edition…


New welcome signs for Ettalong

Visitors to Ettalong Beach will be greeted by new welcome signs as they enter the town centre, with Peninsula Chamber of Commerce revealing the design this week. “With an evolving…






Belle’s our latest busking champ

The Central Coast has another busking champion, after Belle Norman took out the primary-aged category at the Australian National Busking Championships 2023 (ANBC) held on November 25 in Cooma. Winners…