Record numbers spotted on whale census day
More than 5,000 whales were spotted on their pilgrimage north on Sunday, June 25, as the Organisation for the Rescue and Research of Cetaceans in Australia (ORRCA) held its 24th…
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Solar panels for Davistown hall
Davistown Progress Association (DPA) is set to install solar panels on Davistown hall to ensure energy efficiency, thanks to an $8,500 grant through the Federal Government’s Stronger Communities Program Round…
Entries open for busking competition
The Central Coast regional heat of the National Busking Championships will be held on Sunday, September 24, at The Entrance. About 30 acts are expected to perform between 9am and…
Upgrade for Empire Bay memorial
The Empire Bay war memorial will undergo a major restoration, thanks to $8,500 in funding through Round 2 of the State Government’s Community War Memorials Fund. Empire Bay Progress Association…
Man trapped in car after accident
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Helicopter medics to the rescue
Westpac Rescue Helicopter was tasked by NSW Ambulance to Yaramalong on Thursday, June 22, to help a man in a motorcycle accident. The accident was north-west of Wyong and the…
Relief in sight for renters
Renters on the Central Coast could be in for some relief, with the State Government’s crucial rental reforms passing the NSW Parliament last week. The passage of the Rental Fairness…
Have a barbie in the winter sunshine
Many Coasties and visitors are taking advantage of the winter sunshine to enjoy picnics at the region’s many reserves and parks and there’s nothing quite like a barbecue to warm…
Government should move with the times
As people are now required to work until they are 67 years old before they qualify for the age pension, why aren’t other age-triggered requirements moved to match? Instead of…
Submission date extended for Ephemeral Art Trail
The submission date for entries in this year’s Pearl Beach Arboretum Ephemeral Art Trail (PBEAT) has been extended to Sunday, July 9. The annual installation aims to create inspiring temporary…
Deadly and dangerous at the reptile park
Visitors to the Australian Reptile Park at Somersby during the July school holidays can experience some of Australia’s scariest creatures with the Deadly and Dangerous series. The popular series will…
Veterans encouraged to take part in survey
Central Coast veterans and their families are being encouraged to give their feedback as the NSW Government begin consultation on how their service can be further acknowledged. The survey is…
Application for alternative school withdrawn
An application for a new alternative school for teenage school refusers on the Central Coast has been withdrawn following what the proponents say were unrealistic expectations by the NSW Education…
Anxiety support group in Wyoming
If you suffer from anxiety, a new monthly group meeting being held in Wyoming might be for you. The free Wyoming Anxiety Support Group will be run by Wayahead in…
MP checks out East Coast Beverages
Member for Robertson Gordon Reid was recently given a tour of Eastcoast Beverages at Kulnura. The tour included a walk-through of the beverage manufacturing facility and orchards and an explanation…
Visual spectacular to highlight our farmers
The life stories of the farmers who call the Central Coast home are set to come alive in a visual spectacular this Saturday, June 24, for one afternoon only. When…
Free events in July school holidays
YAAS! (Young Authentic & Social) has three free events coming up in Gosford furing the July school holidays, just a short stroll from the train station. These events are for 12…
Training awards commend achievements
Early childhood educators Sarah Flood and Jessica Warnell have been nominated in the NSW State Training Awards. The awards are conducted annually by Training Services NSW within the NSW Department of…
NAIDOC Day returns in July
The Central Coast NAIDOC Community Day returns this year following three years of cancellations due to COVID-19 lockdowns and bad weather. Central Coast Local Health District’s (CCLHD) Aboriginal Health Unit…
NAIDOC Nylon cabaret at Fun Haus
With NAIDOC Week set to run from July 2-9, the Naughty Noodle Fun Haus is set to join with Barang Regional Alliance to present NAIDOC Nylon – a fabulous line-up…