Planning panel to decide fate of Umina development
The fate of a $1.095M multi-dwelling housing development proposed for 8 Priestman Ave, Umina, will be decided by the Local Planning Panel at its November 9 meeting. The proposal, to…
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World class waterskiers head for Gosford
A stunning strip of Brisbane Water near Drifters Wharf at Gosford will be abuzz with activity from November 9-19 when competitors from around the world put their waterskiing prowess to…
Bikers set to ride for Legacy
A fundraising bike ride organised by Central Coast-based group, Bikers for Legacy, will be held on Sunday, November 19. The ride will raise funds for Brisbane Water Legacy, and with…
Superhero paramedics
This is a heartfelt appreciative reference concerning my daughter Sarah, who is terminally ill with a brain cancer. On Wednesday, November 1, she was discharged from Gosford Hospital into our…
Edible Garden Trail a huge success
The 2023 Central Coast Edible Garden Trail on October 21-22 saw more than 650 people visit about 50 gardens all over the region in its second year. Event organisers Anna…
Sewage discharge in Terrigal Lagoon
Sewage discharge into Terrigal Lagoon has occurred as a result of an electrical failure at a sewerage pump station and the public has been warned to avoid all contact with…
Rule change a boon for small businesses
Small businesses on the Central Coast have welcomed a major change to State Government procurement rules. Business NSW said the rule change would unlock opportunities for small-to-medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The…
Pat and Nev celebrate 70th anniversary
Pat and Nev Vigors of Kanwal ended up being the big winners when they each started working at the Lottery Office in Sydney more than 70 years ago. The two…
Central Coast Mariners’ tough night in Perth
FOOTBALL: Last Saturday night, November 4, the Central Coast Mariners faced an uphill battle as they took on Perth Glory in an intense showdown at HBF Park in Perth. Despite…
Major win for Spices 29
Spices 29 Goan Indian Restaurant at Woy Woy has won the Best Indian Restaurant in Regional NSW category at the 2023 NSW Restaurant & Catering Hostplus Awards for Excellence. Business…
Veterans’ forum on Kokoda Day
State and Federal Government representatives met with Central Coast veterans and the defence community on Kokoda Day (November 3) to focus on veteran wellbeing, mental health and support to transition…
University awarded for Indigenous Cultural Competency
The University of Newcastle, with a strong Central Coast presence, has seen its commitment to supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff officially recognised. It is the first…
Against the Water: A Surfing Champion’s Inspirational Journey to Olympic Glory
BOOK REVIEW: The truth is I am not one for non-fiction, but Against the Water is an inspiring and captivating memoir that takes readers on a thrilling ride through the…
Challenges of greening the Peninsula
Central Coast Council has told a Parliamentary Inquiry that one of the challenges of addressing heat stress in established suburbs through tree planting is the lack of public space to…
Fletch and Hindy wrap up at Wyong
More than 200 people turned out for the recent Sportsman’s Lunch at Wyong Leagues Club to be entertained by some esteemed football stars and to mingle and talk all things…
Controversy continues over off-leash dog area
Central Coast Council will consider a recommendation from the Coastal Open Spaces System (COSS) advisory committee regarding the off-leash dog area at Pippi Point, Davistown, despite the efforts of a…
Second lot of beer lost in truck fire
For the second time in less than three weeks a truck load of beer has been destroyed and the M1 Motorway has been closed because of a B-double truck fire….
The Coast gets set to remember
With thousands of Coasties expected to attend Remembrance Day services on Saturday, November 11, Doyalson-Wyee RSL Sub-branch President Bob Dokter says it is time to clear-up some misconceptions around just…
Roundabout Op Shop an iconic Kincumber landmark
The Roundabout Op Shop at Kincumber has become an iconic landmark in the area and it’s mostly thanks to the band of merry volunteers who help run the shop for…
Free bus to see Q+A live in ABC studios
The ABC’s Q+A television show is organising a free return bus service from Gosford to its studios in Ultimo for community members to join the live audience on Monday, November…