Snap-on Tools backs McGrath Foundation
Snap-on Tools partnered with the McGrath Foundation for breast cancer awareness month in October, with franchisees in the Central Coast area contributing more than $15,000 to the fundraising efforts as…
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New partnership will help young athletes
The Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) parent company of the Hunter and Central Coast Academies of Sport has announced a strategic partnership with CryoKing Health & Wellness Clinic in Newcastle….
Instrufest a huge success
Organisers of the inaugural Central Coast Instrufest have hailed the five-day instrumental and vocal competition a resounding success. The competition saw more than 100 competitors aged five to 50 take…
Warning to prepare for 3G switch off
Federal Member for Dobell Emma McBride is warning locals to prepare for the 3G switch off set to occur next Monday, October 28. Australian 3G networks are being switched over…
Nominations called for coal ash advisory committee
Lake Macquarie and Lake Munmorah residents and groups are encouraged to take part in a new advisory committee set up to help inform the NSW Government’s remediation of sites containing…
School phone ban a success
The State Government’s decision to ban mobile phones in all NSW public schools has improved student learning and concentration and encouraged young people to socialise more, according to a new…
Not enough action on climate change
The two-party system of government is no longer working when it comes to dealing with the most serious issue of our time, climate change. There was some hope that the…
Motorbike hits 200km/h on M1
Brisbane Water Highway Patrol was conducting speed enforcement along the M1 Motorway at Somersby on Tuesday, October 22, when their radar detected a motorcycle travelling at 143km/h. Police took off…
Mardi treatment plant upgrade continues
Central Coast Council has commenced Shutdown 3 of the major Mardi Water Treatment Plant upgrade. The works commenced on October 21 and will continue for two weeks with the impact…
In court over Terrigal robbery
A 23-year-old man from Wamberal will face court on November 1 over charges in relation to an alleged robbery at Terrigal. Investigators from Brisbane Water Police District arrested the man…
SoundSoul festival celebrated creativity and connection
The recent SoundSoul music festival attracted close to 300 young people for a day of music, creativity and community action. Held at Blue Haven Community Centre Grounds, the free event…
Wombat lady hailed a hero around Yarramalong way
Around Yarramalong way, she’s known as the wombat lady – even the wombat magician to some. For the past 12 years, Leanne Hall of Brush Creek in Yarramalong Valley has…
Biker charged over police pursuit
A man has beens refused bail until his appearance in Wyong Local Court over a police pursuit at Bateau Bay. Police allege that at about 8.25pm on Thursday, October 24,…
Solutions being sought in wake of long day care closure
Coast Community Connections (CCC) is working with the Department of Education to help find solutions for families impacted by the closure of its long day care service for 0-5-year-olds on…
Harris weighs in on maternity services closure
Minister for the Central Coast and Member for Wyong David Harris said he was disappointed to learn that Gosford Private Hospital planned to cease its maternity services from March next…
Scouts converge on Long Jetty for Jamboree of Air
Thousands of Scouts were out and about across NSW for the biggest two-days in the Scouting calendar including a camp at Tuggerah Lake Hall at Long Jetty. Close to 60…
Gentle paddle goes wrong
An anticipated gentle paddle off the Saratoga shoreline almost turned into a disaster when the paddle of a small inflatable craft snapped in half and the vessel was caught by…
PIO to protect public servants
After enduring four years of the Dick and Rik Show, the Central Coast is now being subjected to an episode of Yes Minister with the Performance Improvement Order (instigated by…
New app connects busy families with helpers
An innovative platform connecting busy families with trusted, local, vetted helpers, is making waves across the Central Coast following the successful launch of the Villey mobile app. The cutting-edge technology…
Improvised burlesque at the Fun Haus
Get ready for a night of outrageous fun and dazzling performances as Eyrie Improv – Improvised Burlesque hits the stage at Gosford’s Fun Haus Factory on October 26. The unhinged…