Three great children’s books
BOOK REVIEW With school set to resume soon, Julie Chessman reviews three children’s books. On the First Day of Kindergarten by Tish Rabe and illustrated by Laura Hughes is a…
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Search for Jarrod Tierney
Tuggerah Lakes Police District are seeking information relating to the current whereabouts of Jarrod Tierney. There is a warrant out for 27-year-old Tierney whose whereabouts is currently unknown, but police…
Workshop looks to support older workers
The not-for-profit Older Worker Empowerment Incorporated (OWE Inc) organisation will host its inaugural workshop on February 14 at the Nexus Hub in Wyong. OWE Inc was established in March 2020…
Business chamber outlines 2025 priorities
Momentum is growing for localised community-focussed input into Gosford waterfront, says chamber.
LEC approves new Wamberal beachfront home
A new home proposed for the waterfront at Wamberal Beach would not rely on a seawall for protection during a coastal erosion event.
Trim those trees, warns SES in wake of storms
This week saw a massive clean-up effort continuing, after severe storms wreaked havoc throughout the Central Coast from Wednesday, January 15 through until Sunday, January 19. State Emergency Services (SES)…
Time to have brekky with the birds
The Community Environment Network (CEN) and Waterwatch NSW invite you to Breakfast with the Birds to celebrate World Wetlands Day on Sunday, February 2, at the Central Coast Wetlands. Waterwarch…
Regions will be a priority if Libs elected
Regional cities like Gosford will be a priority for Opposition leader Peter Dutton if the Liberal National Party (LNP) Coalition forms government at this year’s Federal election. Speaking to business…
Coroner recommends changes to dangerous dog rules after Kariong death
Council rangers could get increased powers after a coronial inquest into the death of a five week old baby on the Coast made ten recommendations.
Coast swimmers brave wild and wet conditions
Central Coast athletes braved the wet and wild conditions over the weekend of January 17-19 to compete at the 2025 Shaw and Partners Manly Surf Open. With the swell delivering…
Free mental health support centre at Tuggerah
A new centre providing free, walk-in mental health support and advice opened in Tuggerah on Monday, January 20. Tuggerah Medicare Mental Health Centre (MMHC), staffed by trained mental health professionals,…
Police use spikes to end pursuit
A 46-year-old man was arrested by Lake Macquarie Police on Saturday, January 18, following a dramatic police pursuit which began with a suspected carjacking attempt on Ruttleys Rd, Wyee. Police…
The Grumpy Princess comes to Laycock
The Central Coast’s thriving arts scene will come to life at Laycock Street Community Theatre this week with the premiere of The Grumpy Princess, an original musical performance developed through…
Major upgrade for Beach St, Ettalong thanks to federal funding
Beach St in Umina Beach / Ettalong has recently had a major upgrade, including minor widening of the roadway, and the provision of a Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) compliant bus…
Mariners’ results lift spirits ahead of key fixtures
Central Coast Mariners fans have something to cheer about after an encouraging weekend for both the men’s and women’s teams. The men’s side secured a vital 3-1 win against Western…
New life ring for North Avoca
Central Coast Council is set to install a permanent life ring on the North Avoca Beach rock shelf in coming weeks, along with a spare life ring at North Avoca…
New physio clinic for children
A business offering physiotherapy for children has plans to open a new centre in Wyong. Coastal Kids Physio has submitted a proposal to Central Coast Council to construct a double…
Getting hyped for Youth Day Out
An exciting line up of free activities will on offer at Youth Day Out – Summer Session on Wednesday, January 22. Aimed at Coasties aged 6-17 the event will take…
Three nabbed after two police chases
Two men and a woman have been charged following two separate police pursuits in the Lake Macquarie area on Thursday, January 16. Officers from the Lake Macquarie Police Proactive Crime…
Australia Day fun at Pearl Beach
Pearl Beach Progress Association will hold a Family Fun Day on January 26 from 8.30am-noon with the support of Central Coast Council. The Australia Day fun has become a tradition…