Fabulous feats in physie
Central Coast Physie and Dance has started the year by celebrating the remarkable achievements of three of its members, who were crowned national champions at the 2024 Australian Physie and…
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The battle against myeloma
The Central Coast Myeloma Support Group (CCMSG) is continuing its quest to support cancer patients in the region. Myeloma is a specific form of cancer of the plasma cells (one…
Preventative lopping should be enforced
I note the warning from SES local commanders about keeping trees under control with the coming storm season (CCN472). However, I have to wonder what happens when the danger is…
Council sets record straight on parking trailers
Central Coast Council has clarified regulations relating to the parking of caravans, campers, boats and trailers on public streets following several complaints from readers. One resident claims that some people…
Tooheys Race Day headed for Gosford
Tooheys Race Day is set for Gosford Race Club on Saturday, February 22, with a program of top-class horse racing and live entertainment from Tay-G and DJ D-Flat. There will be ticket…
PFAS detected in water
As part of its overall water security and environmental management, Central Coast Council proactively tests its water catchments and estuaries to ensure water quality is safe for community use. As…
Reid meets with police to discuss crime rate
Following a rise in local crime affecting beachside suburbs in the region, Federal Member for Robertson, Dr Gordon Reid, has met with police to convey the concerns of the community…
Nominate a community-minded senior
Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch is encouraging people in her electorate to recognise an outstanding older person in the community by nominating them for the 2025 NSW Seniors Festival Local…
Five Aussie reads coming up
With Australia Day recently celebrated, I thought I would point you to some Australian fiction and non-fiction coming up in the first half of this year. I know – you’ve…
Clinical plan to address maternity services
Minister for the Central Coast and Member or Wyong David Harris has reassured Central Coast women their maternity needs will continue to be met in the region. He said the…
Celebration at St John the Baptist
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church at Woy Woy celebrated a joyful and momentous occasion on January 24. The church has been under the pastoral care of the Fransalians, also…
PolAir searches for missing child
What began as a moment of panic turned to pure joy when PolAir swooped in to help after a three-year-old went missing at Booker Bay Beach on Friday, January 24….
First family history meeting of the year
Bernadette Flynn will be the guest speaker at Central Coast Family History Society’s next meeting on February 1. She will focus on the theme Experiencing History – Communicating the past…
Celebrating our unsung heroes
The 2025 Australia Day Honours List has once again highlighted the remarkable talent, dedication and service of individuals across the nation. Here on the Central Coast, seven outstanding locals have…
Dangerous driving data over long weekend
Police say they saw a concerning number of unsafe and reckless driving incidents during Operation Australia Day 2025. They are urging the community to be safer and more considerate on…
Gosford Bowling Club closure “imminent”
Gosford Bowling Club has been given its marching orders by Central Coast Leagues Club.
Therese Doyle to stand for The Greens in Shortland
Lake Macquarie Greens have announced Therese Doyle as their candidate to contest the seat of Shortland in this year’s Federal election. She is an experienced educator and campaigner, who served…
Words at Wagstaffe set to return
Words at Wagstaffe, a one-day literary celebration presented in partnership by Words on the Waves Writers Festival and The Bouddi Society, will return to Wagstaffe Hall for its fifth year…
Bingo with a health message
Kincumber Neighbourhood Centre hosts alcohol-free bingo sessions every Friday to provide adults with the opportunity to meet new people and learn about the risks associated with alcohol and its potential…
Marine Rescue needs volunteers
A few months before the official opening of the new Marine Rescue Central Coast base at Point Clare, the volunteer unit is sending out a call for more volunteers. If…