Community rallies to help those in need
Ettalong Diggers collected almost 100kg of essential items during its Escabags Donation Drive in July. The club’s Community & Tourism Manager Kim Cole said the community’s generosity saw a record-breaking…
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Upgrade for Gosford Memorial Park
A new masterplan is to be developed for Gosford Memorial Park, thanks to a $25,000 grant from the State Government’s Metropolitan Greenspaces program. The Government funding will be matched by…
Some laws are diminishing the rights of women
Clare’s Law is a great initiative (CCN 498) but the changes to the Sex Discrimination Act in 2013 have diminished the rights of women, and that sends a message that…
Tight finish in rugby minor semi
Warnervale emerged victorious in the Premier 1 Central Coast rugby minor semi final held at Woy Woy Oval on Saturday, August 9. They defeated Lake Macquarie 21-19 in a game…
National busking championship heat headed for Coast
Its nearly Spring and that means the Central Coast heat of the Australian National Busking Championship is on again. The heat will be held on Sunday, September 28, at Memorial…
Burns Rd flood warning system labelled ‘abject failure’
Central Coast Council has installed a Flood Warning System at the notorious flood prone Burns Rd at Ourimbah to warn of road closures during flood events to reduce the risk…
Learn from experts to write grant applications
Central Coast Music & Arts (CCMA) is partnering with A New Way to present this month’s special Mix & Master event on August 19 at 16 Laycock St, Wyoming, at…
Students and apprentices pounce on Free TAFE courses
Central Coast students and apprentices are taking up the opportunity to enrol in Free TAFE, with more than 4,400 enrolments in key courses since January 2024. The Federal Government’s Free…
Hats off to aged care workers
In the wake of Aged Care Employee Day (ACED) on August 7, Alino Living is calling on the community to recognise those who care for older Australians by saying ‘thanks…
Better Optus mobile services at Umina Beach
Indara Infrastructure Pty Ltd is seeking approval from Central Coast Council to construct a new telecommunications tower in McEvoy Oval at Umina Beach. The monopole at 109 McEvoy Ave will…
Transition expo helps navigate life after school
Navigating life after school can be daunting for any young person but for students with disability or diverse support needs, the journey comes with added complexity, and just as many…
Block of eight townhouses for Blue Bay
Two existing homes on a corner block at Blue Bay will be demolished to make way for a complex of eight double-storey townhouses. The current street address is 39-41 Boomerang…
Older Women’s Network raises $2,000 for the needy
The Older Women’s Network Deepwater Branch (OWN) raised almost $2,000 at a recent Soup Kitchen Fundraiser to highlight food insecurity in the community, on the Woy Woy Peninsula particularly. On…
Celebrations for new footpath for Oakland Ave
A vital footpath upgrade along Oakland Ave at The Entrance has now been completed. The project was made possible with $8M in funding provided to Central Coast Council by the…
Homelessness is putting our children at risk
The Central Coast’s homelessness crisis remains visible on streets, in parks, and around schools. One local parent, who lives near The Entrance Public School, is demanding immediate action regarding squatters…
The Glen’s generosity and dedication wins SES award
The Glen for Men, a leading drug and alcohol centre at Chittaway Point, has been recognised for its ongoing generosity and dedication in assisting the NSW SES during challenging weather…
Gosford comes alive with opening of new Arts Centre
EDITORIAL – After decades of false starts, stalled plans and slow progress, Gosford CBD may finally be finding its rhythm, and last week’s opening of Fun Haus’s new Arts Hub…
New laws on illegal tobacco and vape sales
Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch has welcomed the State Government’s tough new laws to crack down on the sale of illicit tobacco and illegal vaping goods. The laws were introduced…
Highlighting Council’s range of services
Central Coast Council joined councils across NSW to celebrate Local Government Week 2025 from August 4-10. The week is a chance to recognise the essential services that help build strong,…
Nominations open for Australia Day awards
Residents and businesses are being asked to throw a spotlight on individuals and groups who are making the Central Coast a better place to live by nominating them in the…