Pressure mounts over off-leash dog areas
With consultation on Central Coast Council’s revised draft Dogs in Open Spaces Action Plan now having closed, Terrigal Haven Dogs and Friends have issued a last-minute plea to Administrator Rik…
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Nursing services brought to your door
With more than 24 per cent of the population in and around Gosford over the age of 65 or living with a disability, a recent Roy Morgan survey demonstrates an…
Chinese International joins Mariners
Chinese International soccer player Wurigumula is set to join the Central Coast Mariners ahead of the upcoming Liberty A-League Women’s season. The forward joins the club from the Chinese Super…
Keeping Avoca Beach clean thanks to local initiative
About 10kg of rubbish was collected at Avoca Beach on Sunday, September 24, as part of Ocean Conservancy’s International Coastal Cleanup. Plastic Free Avoca Beach, together with an army of…
Frantastics triumph at Norfolk Island
Locally-based performance group The Frantastics have taken out two major prizes at the Norfolk Island Theatre Festival that concluded on Sunday, October 1. The Central Coast group won an adjudicator’s…
Reptile Park’s 75th birthday weekend
The Australian Reptile Park officially launched its 75th birthday weekend on September 29 with a VIP event. Guests included Member for Terrigal Adam Crouch, Park owners Robyn and John Weigel…
An ASIO spy’s life revealed at Wagstaffe Hall
The secret life and times of one of Australia’s most enigmatic spies Mercia Masson will be discussed at Wagstaffe Hall on Sunday afternoon, October 8. The event will celebrate the…
Club grants for community benefit
Central Coast clubs in the Mounties Group have collectively pledged $74,189 to support various organisations and projects dedicated to making a positive impact on the local community. Halekulani Bowling Club,…
Comedy hypnotist set to dazzle
Direct from the UK, international comedy hypnotist Peter Powers is back in Australia – and he’s headed for The Art House on Saturday, October 14. Powers’ live stage show draws…
Goalkeeper Chloe Carmichael latest signing for Mariners
The Central Coast Mariners are excited to announce the signing of young goalkeeper Chloe Carmichael on a scholarship contract ahead of the upcoming A-League Women’s season. The 20-year-old has most…
Hugo the tortoise celebrates turning 73
Beloved Hugo the Galapagos tortoise, the oldest resident at Australian Reptile Park, has hit the massive milestone of turning 73 years old. The day was full of celebration, with keepers…
Expert speaker on family history
Fresh from attending the recent Family History State Conference, author Danielle Lautrec will be the guest speaker at a Central Coast Family History Society (CCFHS) seminar on October 7. “I…
Changes to high-rise units at Long Jetty vetoed
Revised architectural plans for a high-rise residential development at Long Jetty have been knocked back by the Local Planning Panel. The developer wanted to eliminate in-ground basement car parking and…
Camp Breakaway making a comeback after COVID
After being hit hard by the effects of COVID, Camp Breakaway at San Remo is making a comeback with camp programs recommencing and social nights held once a month. The…
Davistown Putt Putt Regatta returns
The Davistown Putt Putt Regatta and Wooden Boat Festival will take place over the weekend October 14 and 15. Celebrating the Central Coast’s culture, heritage and local character, the regatta…
Have input into Lions Park revamp
Next year is shaping up to be the year of the playspace as Central Coast Council gets set to deliver several new projects across the region and residents are being…
Revving up for Cancer Council fundraiser
JAX Tyres & Auto Gosford franchisee Peter Bonvino and his brother-in-law, Nathan Metcalfe, are revving up to play their part in a nationwide effort to raise $2M in support of…
Roadworks at Kanwal
There will be changed overnight traffic conditions on Wallarah Rd at Kanwal for the next five weeks. Maintenance work will be carried out at the Walker Ave intersection, including red…
Collect free graffiti removal kit at libraries
Residents and businesses are eligible to collect an environmentally friendly graffiti removal kit courtesy of Central Coast Council. The kits are available from all local libraries as well the Gosford…
Coast women are U19 State Champs
The Central Coast U19s female cricket squad are the state country champs, after a recent victory at the NSW Country Championship. Day one saw Central Coast defeat North Coastal after…