It’s time to fix those bridges
I wish to congratulate Geoff Mitchell of Kariong (CCN390). He put the hammer on the nail when he pointed out that our infrastructure is so inadequate. Over the past 30…
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Echidnas get the health all-clear
The Australian Reptile Park’s short-beaked echidnas have had their yearly health check-up at Somersby Animal Hospital, with the team from the Animal Eye Clinic also on hand to perform an…
Pelican saved for the second time
The Peninsula’s “Pelican Lady”, Wendy Gillespie has returned a one-year-old pelican into the wild following four days of intensive care. “This immature male pelican has had his fair share of…
Mingaletta says thanks to Indigenous Minister
Mingaletta Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation at Umina Beach has presented Federal Minister for Indigenous Australians, Linda Burney, with a certificate of appreciation. The certificate was delivered recently to…
Concerns over anti-social behaviour at Lake Haven library
Central Coast Council will look at all options in relation to Lake Haven Library, including adjusted opening hours, as escalating anti-social behaviour rings alarm bells. “I am increasingly concerned by…
Have your say on new look for Pelican Park
Residents of Woy Woy and beyond are invited to have their say on three options for a new concept for Pelican Park Woy Woy with construction set to be completed…
Girls of Steel blazing trail for female tradies
In an industry dominated by men, a new generation of trailblazing women is emerging, breaking down barriers and paving the way for a more diverse and inclusive engineering workforce. With…
Keeping the Umina bunnies bouncing
Umina Junior Rugby League Football Club has received more than $4,600 as part of the NSW Government’s 2022-23 Local Sport Grant Program to upgrade the club webpage and communication channels…
Public forum will be held next Monday prior to Tuesday Council meeting
Residents are reminded that Central Coast Council’s trial change to the Public Forum protocol comes into effect next week. To increase the opportunity for community members to have their say…
Wyong Leagues Group gets the Waves rolling again
In great news for the hundreds of domestic and representative basketballers on the Coast, the Wyong Leagues Group has entered into an agreement to buy the Central Coast Waves Basketball…
Mangrove Mountain leads the way in energy efficiency
The Mangrove Mountain Hall is showing the region how it is done when it comes to energy efficiency. After receiving a grant from the Federal Government’s Stronger Communities Program Round…
Report reveals Delta’s ‘dirty deeds’ degrading Lake Macquarie
The Hunter Community Environment Centre is calling for a rehabilitation fund of $20M per year from Lake Macquarie power stations to replace seagrass it claims has been damaged and killed…
Traditional Graffiti plays at Everglades
The fabulous, raucous Traditional Graffiti will play for the Troubadour Folk Club at the Everglades Club in Woy Woy on Saturday, May 27 from 7pm. This beloved and amazing folk…
Calling Aboriginal service providers
Aboriginal service providers on the Central Coast are invited to put in an expression of interest for a new Department of Planning and Environment (DPE) program to offer cultural immersion…
Call to have a flu jab
With flu season in full swing as we enter into the colder months, Member for Terrigal Adam Crouch is encouraging everyone to roll up their sleeve for an influenza/flu vaccination….
Renewed visitor centre attracts thousands
The renewed Visitor Information Centre at The Entrance has already attracted thousands of visitors since it opened to the public in April. Officially opened by Central Coast Council Administrator Rik…
How will Smart City planning affect us?
The Federal Government’s Smart Cities Plan outlines ways to maximise the potential of cities using the three pillars of smart investment, smart policy and smart technology. Central Coast Council’s adopted…
Community meeting on proposed wind farm
A community meeting will be held on Saturday, May 20, to protest an offshore wind farm planned for an area 10km off the coast from Port Stephens to Norah Head….
Coast children set to walk to school
School children on the Central Coast will be putting on their walking shoes on Friday, May 19, to participate in National Walk Safely to School Day. The annual event encourages…
Shifting sands at The Entrance
Sand is set to be moved from the spit at The Entrance channel to re-nourish the eroded northern foreshores of Karagi Point Reserve. Central Coast Council Director Environment and Planning,…