Regional library still on agenda despite tender setback
Central Coast Council Administrator Rik Hart is hopeful we will have a new regional library by the end of next year, despite another delay in the tender process. With only…
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Easter treat from Mounties
More than 200 Coasties received a treat on April 5 as an adult-sized Easter Bunny and its team of volunteers from the Mounties Group handed out goodies across the region….
Cheeky Tasmanian Devil joeys go on display
After becoming an internet sensation in October last year, the 11-month-old cheeky Tasmanian devil duo, Vegemite and Toast are set to be on display in the Tasmanian Devil exhibit at…
Reid to chair epilepsy awareness group
Member for Robertson Gordon Reid will co-chair a bi-partisan friendship group aimed at raising awareness about Australians living with epilepsy among federal MPs. The Parliamentary Friends of Epilepsy will be…
International smash hits coming to Red Tree Theatre
Red Tree Theatre will present two highly acclaimed international works on Friday, April 7, for one night only. First up is Orpheus at 7.30pm; a modern retelling of a timeless…
We need to have a Plan B for energy supply
An old adage for investment management is: Do not put all your eggs in one basket -diversification reduces risk. This applies equally in regards to the options available for replacement…
Relive glory days of Elvis
Relive what it would have been like to see Elvis Presley in concert when Elvis – One Night in Vegas plays at the Wyong Art House on Sunday, April 30….
Lots can be done to prevent falls
Each year, the month of April marks April Falls, a campaign aiming to raise awareness of falls prevention and help those at risk of falling to stay on their feet….
Drive safely over Easter break
Central Coast drivers are warned to take it easy on the region’s roads over the long weekend, with a major traffic operation being conducted as police prepare to keep the…
Funding for The Glen for Women
The Glen for Women rehabilitation centre at Wyong Creek has received $27,500 funding from the Federal Government in line with its pre-election commitment. The Glen for Women is the first…
Back to business for returned Terrigal MP
After a week-long “roller coaster ride” as voting counting continued following the March 25 State election, it’s back to business for returned Liberal Member for Terrigal Adam Crouch. The news…
Kariong skate park opens in time for Easter
The new skate park and pump track at Kariong Oval has been opened ahead of schedule, just in time for the Easter school holidays. Central Coast Council Director Community and…
Central Coast Waves go under
The Central Coast Waves Basketball Association (CCWBA) has shut the doors to its courts at Niagara Park Stadium and suspended all trading, leaving hundreds of domestic and representative players blindsided….
Specialised manufacture would be complicated
Sonnie Hopkins makes an arguable case that the manufacturing sector could make a bigger contribution to Australia’s economy than the basic support I suggested, in my letter of March 23,…
Council closures over Easter and ANZAC Day
Central Coast Council offices and a number of services will be closed or impacted over the Easter long weekend from Friday to Monday, April 7-10 and on Anzac Day, April…
RDACC says election result puts Coast in advantageous position
Regional Development Australia Central Coast (RDACC) Chair, Lawrie McKinna, says having four Labor MPs on the Central Coast puts the region in an advantageous position following the Minns Government’s landslide…
Woman wanted on larceny offences
Nicole Pittman Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a woman wanted on two outstanding arrest warrants. Nicole Pittman aged 39, is wanted for larceny and dishonestly obtaining property…
Popular Easter Bunny hunt on again at Long Jetty
The Easter Bunny Hunt is on again this year at Long Jetty, hosted by The Entrance Rotary Club. It’s a hugely popular family event on the Easter calendar and this…
Two Coast MPs appointed to Minns Ministry
Two Central Coast MPs have been appointed as Ministers in the new Labor State Government. The Central Coast will have its own dedicated Minister for the first time since 2015,…
Avoca Beach kayaker takes gold at nationals
Avoca Beach’s Natalia Drobot has taken gold in the U19 Female Single Ski Australian Surf Life Saving Championships in Perth. “It means a lot, coming from Avoca – there’s only…