Poore ready to take on Sydney’s steepest hill run
52-year-old Anthony Poore of Gorokan is dusting off his sneakers for this year’s Humpty Dumpty Balmoral Burn and even though he hasn’t been in a fun run since the 1990s,…
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Attempt murder charge in domestic violence case
A man has been charged with attempted murder following a domestic related stabbing at Lake Haven. At about 9pm on Saturday, May 13, emergency services were called to a property…
Major operation to make Patonga homes safe
A row of houses at Patonga has been protected from the danger of falling rocks thanks to a State Government investment of about $1M to stabilise a steep slope and…
New home just in time for Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day really was a special day for Killarney Court’s newest resident Jeanette Tuck. Having lived at a Kempsey facility for the past three years, she was unhappy there and…
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…
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…