Budgewoi Ladies choir still going strong
The Budgewoi Ladies Choir is one of the longest running choirs on the Central Coast, singing and performing in the area for more than 61 years. It all began in…
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Green Point industrial units
Changes to replace a dwelling with two commercial units in an already approved industrial complex at Green Point have been given the go-ahead by Central Coast Council. In July 2017…
Council aims to stamp out illegal free camping
Central Coast Council will install new signage at its reserves and carparks prohibiting free parking between 10pm and 5am in a bid to stamp out illegal free camping in beach…
Beachgoers urged to stay safe this Summer
Following the installation of 19 Emergency Response Beacons (ERB) at unpatrolled beaches including Bay Bateau Bay Beach, Forresters Beach and Frazer Park last year, the State Government is funding the…
Art House Summer program has something for everyone
January 18 will be a busy day at The Art House with two incredible shows featuring jazz and cabaret, drag and variety performances. Revered Australian jazz trio The Necks, are…
Warrant for arrest
Brisbane Water Police are seeking information to help locate Benjamin Sutherland. He was last known to frequent the Woy Woy area but is also known across the northern parts of…
Schools receive vital maintenance work
Tradies are subbing in for teachers and students in classrooms at Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College and Terrigal Public School over the Summer break to work on $1M of improvements. More…
Two men and car filmed near boat fire
Officers attached to the NSW Police Force Marine Area Command are calling for further public assistance regarding a boat fire at Summerland Point last September. Strike Force Penwick has been…
In court over Gosford fire
A man has been charged after an investigation into a grass fire at Gosford on New Year’s Eve. At about 9.15pm on Tuesday, December 31, officers from the Police Transport…
Nurtured Village looks out for mums
Nurtured Village Hampers Central Coast is looking for volunteers as it continues to bring love and support to mothers across Australia. The village had another successful year of operations in…
Prescription costs frozen until end of year
Member for Dobell and Assistant Health Minister Emma McBride has welcomed the news that the cost of PBS prescriptions is to be frozen until the end of the year. Maximum…
Helipad lease “anti-competitive”
Council negotiating a lease with only one provider is not going to deliver the best economic outcome says resident.
Changed traffic conditions
Motorists are advised of changed overnight traffic conditions from next week on the Pacific Hwy for asphalt repair work to be carried out at locations on the Central Coast. To…
Funding means greater access for young people needing help
The State Government is improving access to essential mental health support for young people through a $17.1M investment in Kids Helpline. The funding will allow greater access to free counselling…
EOIs for Pearl Beach art trail close soon
Expressions of Interest to be part of the Pearl Beach Environmental Art Trail (PBEAT2025) will close on February 10. First prize is $3,000 and there is also the People’s Choice…
Brisbane Water rescue
Marine Rescue came to the rescue of a young man struggling in a small runabout on Wednesday, January 8. He was found battling wild southerly conditions on Brisbane Water on…
Bateau Bay Bowls celebrates 60 years in style
Bateau Bay Bowls Club celebrated its 60th anniversary last month and continues to go from strength to strength including an ambitious 2025 program. Bowlers wore a 60th anniversary shirt especially…
Council to pay almost half a million dollars over Narara Creek sewage leak
Central Coast Council has been ordered to pay a total of $418,562 by the Land and Environment Court for failing to maintain a sewage pipeline which caused a significant water…
2024 in review – December
We conclude our series of month-by-month reviews of the major regional news of 2024 as reported in Coast Community News. December The new Mariyung intercity rail fleet hit Central Coast…
2024 in review – November
We continue our series of month-by-month reviews of the major regional news of 2024 as reported in Coast Community News. November It was revealed that tunnels under Brisbane Water and…