Tourism forum a crucial step forward
Business NSW Regional Director Scott Goold has hailed the recent Business NSW Central Coast Visitor Economy Forum as a “crucial step forward” for the region. The forum, held in partnership…
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Aland seeks expanded liquor licence
The new Archie opening hours are going through the Liquor Licence process.
Building careers for women
Member for Dobell Emma McBride is encouraging organisations and groups to apply for the Building Women’s Careers Program. With applications now being invited, the program aims to break down barriers…
Tony tends locks of four generations in one family
When so much bad news dominates the headlines, the story of a Long Jetty barber who cuts the hair of four generations in one family is definitely a feel-good story….
Man dies after e-scooter accident at Umina
A Umina Beach man has died after falling from an electric scooter on Monday, November 18. An accident occurred involving the e-scooter and a car at about 6pm on Trafalgar…
Partnership aims to keep Aussie adventurers safe
Central Coast’s own survival expert and adventurer Michael Atkinson – known as Outback Mike – has teamed up with communications and safety brand GME to launch National Rescue Awareness Week….
Stunning Japanese ink art
Originally from Kobe, Japan, Central Coast artist Tomoko Oka is set to exhibit his stunning artworks at Gosford Regional Gallery from December. A resident of the Coast for eight years,…
Boost for Drifters Wharf Summer program
Drifters Wharf in Gosford has received $50,000 from the Federal Government’s Revive Live Program. The venue will use the grant funding to support five all-ages live music events during Summer…
Students treated to special rescue chopper visit
Green Point Christian College students were treated to a special visit by the region’s Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service recently. The visit was all thanks to Westpac and its school landing…
Coast Shelter Christmas appeal more critical than ever
With a staggering 55 per cent increase in demand for its services in the past financial year, Coast Shelter is urging the community to rally together for its 2024 Christmas…
Making things easier for strata communities
Central Coast residents living in strata communities could benefit from a third wave of strata reforms introduced to the NSW Parliament on November 19 by the State Government. More than…
More EV charging stations for Coast
The Central Coast is powering up with 17 new electric vehicle (EV) charger sites, featuring 30 ports to be installed across the region. The $20M EV Destination Charging grants program…
Australia’s favourite family business in West Gosford
Personalised Favours, based at West Gosford, has been named Australia’s Favourite Family Business for 2024 in the Kochie’s Business Builders competition. The business began when founder Melissa Wilkinson was planning…
Castles surprised councils didn’t support Coast
The new councillor attended the local government conference in Tamworth for the first time.
Yarn bombing draws attention to domestic violence
The Zonta Club Central Coast has co-ordinated a Yarn Bomb installation of colourful knitted wraps on trees in Gosford to draw attention to domestic and family violence. Zonta members have…
Dangerous walk to school as bus card denied
The Department of Transport rejected my application for a bus pass for my daughter to attend Woy Woy High School next year for Year 10. I realise the walk to…
New framework to address healthcare workforce issues
A comprehensive new framework aimed at addressing a number of challenging issues facing the primary healthcare workforce has been developed by the Hunter New England and Central Coast Primary Health…
New executive team for Pearl Beach Progress Association
Pearl Beach Progress Association has elected its new executive team for 2025, setting the group up for another successful year. New president Deidre Page will be supported by vice presidents…
Jet ski-free area for Ettalong Beach
New waterway restrictions are to be introduced at Ettalong Beach, creating a Paddle Craft Only Area in response to community concerns about water safety. Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch said…
Joeys learn about water safety
The Broken Bay Joeys learnt a little more about water safety at the beach when Louise Lambeth from Ocean Beach Life Saving Club popped in for a visit on November…