New Gosford RSL turns one
Gosford RSL has celebrated the first anniversary of the opening of its club building with balloons, confetti and the giveaway of a new Toyota RAV4. The party, held on Tuesday,…
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Clever canines help save endangered orchid
The critically endangered Wyong Sun Orchid (Thelymitra adorata) may be elusive, but a collaboration between Central Coast Council and the NSW Government’s Saving Our Species Program is aiming to change…
Misinformation on housing issues
When reading Central Coast News issue 480, I noted that one of the three full-page Liberal Party advertisements featuring Lucy Wicks as the Robertson candidate for the forthcoming Federal election…
Baby alligators hatching caught on camera
When the crack of eggs was heard at the Australian Reptile Park recently, it could only mean one thing – two adorable baby alligators had hatched, following their incubation in…
New swing allows inclusive play time at The Entrance
Inclusive play at The Entrance Waterfront Plaza has been improved with the addition of a ‘We-Go-Swing’ accessible swing and new shade sails. The project, funded by the Federal Government’s Investing…
Book in for a breast screen
BreastScreen NSW has relaunched a campaign encouraging women to have a life saving mammogram and join almost 16,000 women who screened across Central Coast Local Health District in 2024. Central…
Should Vera stay or should she go?
Should Vera the statue stay or should she go? That’s the simple question Central Coast Council is asking residents in a poll launched on March 24 which will run through…
Marine Rescue rescue training exercise
Marine Rescue Tuggerah Lakes will host a search and rescue exercise involving three Central Coast-based Marine Rescue NSW units on Saturday, March 29. Marine Rescue NSW Hunter Central Coast Zone…
Mingara Group CEO announces retirement
After more than two decades at the helm, Mingara Leisure Group Chief Executive Officer Paul Barnett has announced he will retire in January 2026. Barnett began as Operations Manager in…
Tributes flow for surf lifesaving stalwart Mick Cook
Toowoon Bay Surf Life Saving Club stalwart Mick Cook, 83, passed away on March 22 at Wyong Hospital after a short illness. The celebration of his life will be held…
Changed traffic conditions on Rip Bridge
Motorists are advised of changed overnight traffic conditions from March 31 on Maitland Bay Dr, Blackwall, to carry out maintenance work on Rip Bridge. Transport for NSW will carry out…
Woolworths plan a travesty
I’d like to prevent the beautiful and pristine natural habitat that is Kincumber foreshore wetland from being redeveloped by Woolworths. The threatened wetland development at Kincumber is a travesty. It’s…
Reid doubles down as election date called
At last the Federal election date has been called for Saturday, May 3, and while Central Coast pledges have been pouring in for weeks, the campaign has now officially started….
Can the Central Coast finally get planning right?
In the shadow of a looming Federal election, an arguably more important process is occurring. The Central Coast’s future is under the spotlight as Council leaders and developers gathered last…
Facelift for Cheero Point playspace
Cheero Point playspace is set to receive a much-needed refresh, with a contribution of $50,000 from the NSW Government’s $37.2M Local Small Commitments Allocation Program. The funds will allow Central…
Jenny a cornerstone of Davistown community
Former Davistown Progress Association President Jenny McCulla has been announced as a recipient of the New South Wales Community Service Award for her years of service to the Davistown Progress…
E-bikes give transport options for isolated Coasties
For people who cannot drive, getting around can be expensive, difficult and isolating, especially in areas with steep terrain and limited public transport. E-bikes are proving to be a game-changer,…
Libs plan to widen Warnervale airstrip
The Liberal Party has committed $10M to expand and resurface the airstrip at Warnervale airport if elected in May. Shadow Minister for Finance, Senator Jane Hume, said this investment will…
Learn more about palliative care
The Hunter New England and Central Coast Primary Health Network will host a free community awareness and education event on May 13, during National Palliative Care Week (May 11-17). Interested…
Some relief in budget – but is it enough?
Central Coast residents can look forward to more tax cuts, cheaper medicines, increased access to bulk-billed GP visits and extended energy bill relief following the release of the Federal budget…