Hypocrisy of a Voice for one race only
The Voice has always been touted as necessary to eliminate racial inequality affecting the Torres Strait Island and Aboriginal people. “Racial inequality ” became a popular cliche for the activists….
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Council should support its own greening strategy
The proposed destruction of 30-40 mature trees at Austin Butler Reserve would appear to run counter to the Central Coast Greener Places Strategy May 2021 which advocates retention of “existing…
Sewage treatment plant upgrade aimed at controlling odour
Central Coast Council Water and Sewer will allocate $35M towards the upgrade of the Bateau Bay Sewage Treatment Plant to not only future-proof the asset but help address the presence…
Mariners coaching staff additions are world class
The Central Coast Mariners have announced some exciting additions to the coaching staff for the upcoming season. Former German international Nicolai Muller and former Leeds United and QPR analyst Andres…
Schneider re-releases beloved song 21 years on
The special edition of the beloved song features an alternate, happier ending that reflects Schneider’s current journey and personal growth and has been added to Apple Music’s Aussie Country playlist…
Pensioner rates rebates available
Eligible pensioners on the Central Coast and across NSW can now apply for a rebate on their Council rates to help with the rising cost of living. An annual concession…
New design for Pelican Park to incorporate best of previous options
Final designs for the revamp of Pelican Park at Woy Woy are set to be made public by the end of the year, incorporating elements from both options presented during…
New look for disability hub
Disability groups at Wyoming now have a more modern community hub following a major refurbishment. The Wyoming Hub, operated by Aruma Disability Services, re-opened with a new look on Tuesday,…
Angel joins the Mariners
The Central Coast Mariners have signed Colombian forward Ángel Torres on a two-season deal. The 23-year-old arrives at the club having most recently played for Maltese team Balzan FC, scoring…
Woy Woy Ambulance Station is finally open
The long-awaited Woy Woy Ambulance Station is officially open, with a special ceremony on August 30 marking the occasion. Health Minister Ryan Park said the new station would support the…
Coasties embrace chemical cleanouts
Four big Chemical CleanOut weekends in 2023 have seen the biggest response in the event’s 20 history. Central Coast residents embraced positive waste management behaviours when it comes to disposing…
FibreFest heads to the Coast for first time
Knitters and crocheters from right across the state gather each year for the Knitters’ Guild NSW’s annual FibreFest. And this year, for the first time, it will take place on…
Crusaders youth teams go down in semis
The Crusaders’ Waratah Youth League teams had their post-season hopes dashed in the final quarters of play in their respective semi-final match-ups on August 26. The Youth Women got things…
Biodiversity overhaul could pave the way for more housing construction
The Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) has welcomed a report on a review of the NSW Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016 and has called on the NSW Government to carefully…
The empowering force of local protests
EDITORIAL: In recent years, the Central Coast has emerged as a hotspot for grassroots activism, showcasing the remarkable power of local protests and petitions to drive transformative change. From the…
Bateau Bay bowlers head to WA for national championships
Two Bateau Bay Bowling Club bowlers have been selected in NSW State teams to contest the Australian Nationals in Western Australia in October. Ryan Wood will represent NSW in the…
Nicole takes gold in Junior World Championships
Local cyclist Nicole Duncan has shattered her own expectations at the 2023 UCI Junior Track World Championships in Colombia, winning the first world championship on offer in the women’s scratch…
Young artist out to help Riding for the Disabled
At the age of just 15, Courtney Cottle of Point Clare is already a seasoned fundraiser for charitable organisations. With two sisters on the autism spectrum, she has already raised…
New machine will help breast cancer diagnosis
CancerCare Australia has funded a Mammography/Tomosynthesis (MT) machine which is the first of its kind to Central Coast Local Health District. CancerCare Australia, a project of the Rotary Club of…
Avoca Beach takes out minor premiership
Avoca Beach has taken out the minor premiership of the 2023 Central Coast Rugby competition with a resounding win against arch-rivals Terrigal. Avoca Beach proved too strong for the home…