Green light for Gosford campus of Newcastle University
It’s all systems go for a university campus in the heart of Gosford, after the NSW Department of Planning approved an application this week for the $58M project. The University…
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Annual Coast Shelter sleepout breaks previous fundraising records
The annual Coast Shelter Sleepout, a transformative event aimed at raising awareness and funds to support people experiencing homelessness and domestic violence on the Central Coast, reached unprecedented heights on…
Cowork spaces thrive in wake of lockdowns
The concept of coworking spaces in regional centres has seen a huge surge in the wake of COVID-19 induced lockdowns, with many Central Coast workers now choosing to work that…
Water rate increases unsustainable
I know I will not be the only ratepayer on the Central Coast feeling the brunt of the last water rate increases. Last year, Rik Hart put out a press…
Get your ’70s glam on and head to the Hali
Sydney’s ’70s Glam Band is set to return to the Halekulani Bowling Club on September 2. Glam Bam Thank You Ma’m’ was created with extraordinary attention to detail, combining boutique…
Big Bike Film Night coming to Avoca Beach
Now in its ninth year, the Big Bike Film Night celebrates cycling in all its shapes and forms with a program proclaimed as a feast of short films devised and…
Helping youngsters reach their Max Potential
The Gosford RSL Max Potential celebration event was held recently with hundreds of community member celebrating the achievements and personal leadership growth of the Coast’s future community leaders. Facilitated by…
Meagan Jane releases debut EP
Central Coast singer/songwriter Meagan Jane is set to release her debut EP – Guide Myself Home – on Friday August 25. After previously releasing two successful singles off the EP…
Peninsula winter appeal a great success
The 2023 Wiseberry Peninsula Winter Appeal has finished with this year’s campaign being the most successful yet. The community filled over two boxes with donations including non-perishable food products, warm…
Kyla bakes up a storm for animals in need
Central Coast business Cakes By Kyla baked up a storm on Wednesday, August 23, to help raise much-needed funds for RSPCA NSW. One dollar from each cupcake sold was donated…
Kincumber Avoca Cricket Club wins vital funding for volunteers
Kincumber Avoca Cricket Club has been awarded funding through the Federal Government’s 2022-23 Volunteer Grants. The club has received $3,388 to purchase seven new gazebos to protect club volunteers during…
QBD Books brings Mini-Con to the Coast
National retailer QBD Books will bring its inaugural Mini-Con to the Central Coast, showcasing the booming ‘manga’ genre of books, comics and graphic novels, which has surged in popularity in…
Get ready for a night of classic folk songs
Audiences will be treated to the Great Folk Songs of the 20th Century and new classic originals at a special performance by Maurie Mulheron and Pat Craigie and Dennis Aubrey…
New equipment for Kincumber Neighbourhood Centre
Kincumber Neighbourhood Centre has received $5,000 through the Federal Government’s 2022-23 Volunteer Grants to buy new equipment for its food pantry and a new freezer for its Youth Brekkie Club….
‘Yes Minister’ moment over shark meshing
EDITORIAL: The decision by the NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI) to maintain its universally unpopular shark meshing program across the state is concerning – and not just for sea…
More consultation on proposed reserve reclassification
Central Coast Council will put the contentious issue of the proposed reclassification of Austin Butler Reserve at Woy Woy from community to operational land back out for more public consultation….
Westfield announces Local Heroes finalists
Westfield destinations across Australia and New Zealand have announced the finalists for the 2023 Westfield Local Heroes community recognition and grants program, with three local women selected by Westfield Tuggerah….
Daleys Point local makes first-grade debut for Marconi Stallions
Daleys Point local Julia (Jules) Jamieson has made her first-grade debut for Sydney powerhouse club Marconi Stallions at the age of just 15. On August 20, just three hours before…
Council can’t be trusted with community land
FORUM: Rik Hart has come out pretending that he wants what is best for the residents of the Peninsula (More consultation on proposed reserve classification CCN 404). Please don’t be…
Best ever Beatles tribute show headed to Pearl Beach Arboretum
The Beatles Rebooted is coming to Pearl Beach Arboretum on Saturday, October 7, at 2.30pm. Described as a world class band and string section, the nine musicians recreate live, note…