Government fights to keep bank branches open
With many bank branches closing on the Central Coast in recent years, Member for Robertson Dr Gordon Reid has welcomed a commitment from the major banks secured by the Federal…
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Coasties urged to be bus aware
Busways is reminding the Central Coast community to behave safely on and around buses during the 10th annual Transport for NSW Bus Safety Week, which runs from February 17-23. Head…
Crestani’s annual garden party just around corner
Crestani Cancer Scholarships’ annual garden concert will take place at Gosford Regional Gallery and Japanese Gardens at East Gosford on March 16 from 5pm to 6.45pm. Shane Edwards’ bright tenor…
More train chaos this week
Thousands of Central Coast commuters have been warned to prepare for commuter chaos this week with continued strike action expected across the rail network. While the network was running close…
New cafe builds employability skills for young locals
A new cafe at The Entrance will provide a launching pad for young locals to move through their personal challenges and build real-world employability skills. Situated in the grounds of…
Time to shine for Central Coast seniors
Offering a diverse range of activities and events for people aged over 50, the 2025 Central Coast Seniors Festival will take place from March 3 to 16 part of the…
Crucial learning program on lookout for volunteers
One of The Smith Family’s most important programs, the Learning Hubs, is on the lookout for eight volunteers to help out at two of its Central Coast clubs, located in…
Seeking owners of recovered jewellery
Tuggerah Lakes Proactive Crime Investigations Team have recently recovered a large amount of jewellery within the Gorokan and Toukley areas. Police are trying to locate and identify owners of the…
Report noisy cars to the EPA
As a resident of Erina, I am disturbed by the number of vehicles with modified exhaust systems in the area which contribute substantially to noise pollution and reduce neighbourhood amenity. …
Coast First Homebuyers Get $22K Stamp Duty Break
More than 2,000 first homebuyers have found their dream home on the Central Coast thanks to the State Government stamp duty assistance program. The 2,145 new homeowners have saved a…
Centenarians (almost) celebrate 77 years of marriage
At 99 and 100 years old, Irene and Neville Keen aren’t just defying the odds, they’re making history with what it means to grow old together. Married for an incredible…
Building social connections for seniors
Eleanor Duncan Aboriginal Services in Wyong has received a $30,000 grant as part of the 2025 Connecting Seniors Grant Program which aims to reduce social isolation among older people. Under…
Donations help address food insecurity
After the amazing success of their 2024 Christmas raffle, the Older Women’s Network (OWN), Deepwater, has had a bumper round of donations for local food pantries. A spokesperson said the…
Man dies after Mooney Mooney crash
A man has died in hospital following a car crash at Mooney Mooney. At about 5pm on Saturday, February 8, emergency services were called to Old Pacific Hwy, Mooney Mooney…
More choice and better health care for women welcomed
A move by the Federal Government to strengthen Medicare with $573.3M to deliver more choice, lower costs and better health care for women has been welcomed by Central Coast Federal…
Discover the beauty of cacti and succulents
If you’re fascinated by the beauty of cacti and succulents, why not join the Central Coast Cactus and Succulent Club – a green thumb’s paradise. Whether you’re a seasoned grower…
Men find benefits of group singing
For more than 30 years, the Soundwaves Chorus in Gosford has brought men of all ages together to experience the joy of group singing. Their style of singing is designed…
Police appeal over Terrigal assault
Detectives are appealing for information following an assault at Terrigal last month. Emergency services were called to Terrigal Esplanade at about 2.05am on Saturday, January 25 following reports of an…
Terrigal Old Boys on lookout for tennis players
Terrigal Tennis Club Old Boys are inviting new players to join their group which plays on Monday and Thursday mornings at Terrigal Tennis Complex. They are a bunch of retired…
Valentine’s delight at Love Lanes Festival
Love will fill the air in Wyong when the Love Lanes Festival is held on Saturday, February 15. Coinciding with Valentine’s Day, this annual celebration of love, community and local…