Celebrating local excellence
EDITORIAL In 2023, the Central Coast has once again proved that it is a hotbed of talent and achievement, with residents from various fields clinching numerous state, national and international…
in print
Top accolade for financial planner
An Erina-based financial adviser has been named financial Adviser of the Year by the Financial Advice Association Australia (FAAA). The FAAA is the highest body in Australia for financial advisers,…
Work starts next year on new obstacle course
Work is expected to start early next year on the construction of a $150,000 obstacle course at The Glen, a drug and alcohol residential rehabilitation centre at Chittaway Point. The…
A warning to shoppers
I was doing my normal routine shopping on Saturday, November 11, at Deepwater Plaza. I had been to the ATM, returned some plates to Kmart and bought two t-shirts and…
Praise for Forum
As one of the frequent but irregular letter-writers to your Forum, thank you for your generous words in your Editorial (CCN 417). I highly value the opportunity to contribute my…
Booker Prize 2023: Ireland’s Paul Lynch wins with Prophet Song
BOOK REVIEW: The 2023 Booker Prize has been awarded to Prophet Song, a dystopian vision of Ireland in the grips of totalitarianism. It was written by Ireland’s Paul Lynch, 46,…
Accolade for Wadalba disability worker
Wadalba resident Daniel Laxale has been honoured at the 2023 Hireup Good Life Awards, which recognise outstanding workers in the disability support field. Run by Hireup, Australia’s largest NDIS registered…
Enhancing the Coast’s night time economy
Central Coast Council is calling on the community to join in a discussion about enhancing the diversity of the Central Coast’s night-time economy. The Central Coast Night-Time Economy Discussion Paper…
Federal government cuts
Your front page story November 23 revealed the news that the Federal Government had abandoned plans for an improved carpark at Woy Woy Station and a rail upgrade between Tuggerah…
Helping students stay hydrated
Kincumber High School has installed a new water bottle refilling station thanks to a $16,270 grant from the Federal Labor Government’s Stronger Communities Program. Kincumber High P&C President Lucy Wenzke…
Boost for medical practice
Terrigal and Avoca Beach Medical Centres have received $35,000 and $25,000 respectively from the Federal Labor Government’s Strengthening Medicare General Practice Grants Program. Combined, Coastal Family Medicine, which trades as…
Off-season football league now largest on the Coast
The largest off-season junior football competition on the Central Coast completed a third successful event with a grand finale that saw hundreds of players and supporters converge on Ettalong Oval…
Indigenous Lisarow business takes out award for innovation
Indigenous business Bawamarra Cultural Services based in Lisarow has won a 2023 Innovate with nbn Grant Program award announced in Sydney recently. The business, owned by Jason May, opened in…
Council ramps up community engagement
Central Coast Council is ticking all the boxes with its annual Community Engagement Program, with almost 90 per cent of projects having been actioned. Council’s Director Community and Recreation Services…
Summer at The Art House has something for everyone
Promising something for everyone, Summer @ The Art House will be a huge month of arts, entertainment and experiences including children’s favourites The Listies and The Owl’s Apprentice, and performances…
New red light speed camera at Kanwal intersection
Drivers behaving badly have one month’s grace before getting fined and losing points if caught by a new red light speed camera at the intersection of Wallarah Rd and Walker…
Digital hub to help women in isolated areas
Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch has welcomed a dedicated digital hub aimed at connecting women in regional, rural and remote areas with relevant and up-to-date services and support. The State…
Mariners draw with Terengganu to maintain AFC Cup group lead
In a thrilling encounter on Wednesday, the Mariners secured a crucial 1-1 draw against Terengganu, maintaining their leadership in Group G. Despite an opportunity to secure an early knockout round…
New CEN nursery manager just wild about wildplants
The Community Environment Network (CEN) has a new Wildplant Nursery Manager, Xamina Mitchell, whose passion for native flora is contagious. “I started bush regeneration as a trainee with the Green…
Call for depth mapping of Brisbane Water
Woy Woy resident Gregory Jones has heaped praise on rescue services and suggested depth mapping for Brisbane Water could be in order after his boat ran aground earlier this month….