Big Aussie luncheon for men
Member for Robertson Dr Gordon Reid will host a second Central Coast Big Aussie Luncheon on December 2 after the success of last year’s event. It will be held in…
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Program helping get students back on track
Almost two years after it launched on the Central Coast, The Y NSW’s Alternative Suspension Program is seeing impressive results. The program is redefining the future for young people facing…
Medals haul for Ettalong Pelicans
A team of seven from Ettalong Pelicans Masters Swimming Club brought home 27 medals from the Pan Pacific Masters Games (PPMG), held on the Gold Coast from November 6-9. More…
Coast a dangerous place to live, says interim report
An interim report from a Citizens’ Inquiry into the health impacts of coal-fired power stations conducted recently at Budgewoi has found that the Central Coast and Lake Macquarie are dangerous…
One-woman crusade continues for all-accessible ocean pool
Elaine Norling of Copacabana has been on a one-woman crusade for 10 years to get an all-accessible ocean pool on the Central Coast and she’s not about to give up…
Public should be admitted to councillor briefings
The simple answer to the question, should staff briefings to councillors be open to the public? (CCN 464) is absolutely yes. Both councillors and council staff are representatives/employees of the…
Fast train vision is no Utopia episode
Parker was asked if talking about a fast train meant “we are in an episode of Utopia”, the hit comedy series from 2014.
Treaty to end plastic pollution for good
Take 3 for the Sea, the Australian environmental organisation founded on the Central Coast, is celebrating its 15th anniversary of driving global awareness and action against plastic pollution. Since its…
Budgewoi residents fed up with beach carpark campers
Budgewoi residents are fed up with “squatters” living for weeks or even months at a time in carparks at Lakes Beach in tents, caravans and motor homes. One resident who…
Road rage leads to Kariong stabbing
Police are appealing for information after a man was stabbed at Kariong on Thursday, November 14, following a road rage incident. Emergency services were called to James Russell Dr following…
Rare beaked whale beached at Killcare
A rare beaked whale, normally found well offshore, was sighted at Killcare Beach at about noon on Thursday, November 14. The whale was spotted earlier in the day in distress…
Have a say on future of playspace
Residents are invited to help shape the design of Karagi Point Reserve, which is due for renewal in 2025-2026. The reserve, in Hutton Rd, The Entrance North, includes a carpark,…
Longer waits in ED as nurses strike
Central Coast public hospitals saw surgeries being postponed and longer wait times in emergency departments on Wednesday, November 13, as nurses and midwives joined colleagues statewide in a 24-hour strike….
Two charged over alleged drug supply
A man and woman have been charged over alleged drug supply offences following a vehicle stop at Tuggerah. At about 9am on Tuesday, November 12, Tuggerah Lakes Police stopped a…
Avoca Dr upgrade a step closer
The long-awaited upgrade of Avoca Dr through Kincumber is a step closer with the eTender to carry out the design and environmental impact assessment now being advertised. The technical service…
Let’s all swim safer, says Council
With Summer fast approaching, Central Coast Council will support SwimSAFER Week from November 18-24 promoting safe swimming practices. Council’s Learn to Swim Schools support the initiative in partnership with Swim…
We’re open for business – Mayor
Mayor gives overview of the plans and the vision for the Coast’s housing growth areas
Search for next wave of Central Coast authors
The Words on the Waves Local Author Book Launch program is going from strength to strength, with expressions of interest now being accepted from writers for 2025. It is run…
Health on The Streets launches Christmas appeal
Health on the Streets (HoTS) has launched its Christmas appeal to support individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness on the Central Coast. The initiative aims to provide essential items…
A tunnel vision for the Central Coast?
EDITORIAL Last week, CCN senior journalist Terry Collins brought to light an astounding proposal that has set our region abuzz; the possibility of an underwater rail tunnel linking the Central…