Thousands visit urgent care clinic
Assistant Health Minister and Member for Dobell, Emma McBride, is delighted that more than 15,000 people have been able to access free medical care at the Lake Haven Medicare Urgent…
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Blues on the Mountain is back
Blues on the Mountain returns to the historic Mangrove Mountain Hall with its first event of 2025 on Saturday, February 15. The all-ages family friendly event features one of Australia’s…
Mental health check for those heading to school
As young people head into a new school year with the pressures of study and relationships, headspace is encouraging families to regularly check in with their young people to support…
Pop rock duo live at the Showroom in Wyong
The Showroom at Wyong Leagues Club will come alive with a special Valentine’s Day performance by Bachelor Girl on Friday, February 14. The much-loved, ARIA-winning, pop/rock duo – Tania Doko…
Home Guarantee Scheme helps hundreds of Coasties
More than 1,800 people on the Central Coast have been helped into their own home thanks to the Federal Government’s expanded Home Guarantee Scheme. Member for Robertson, Dr Gordon Reid,…
Be a part of the Lakes Festival
The Lakes Festival will return from November 7-16 and Central Coast Council is calling on businesses, community groups and event organisers to help make the 10th anniversary program the most…
Sad state of affairs for Gosford bowlers
Gosford City Bowling Club members were told they had a five-year lease but it looks like Central Coast Leagues Club is forcing them into a no win situation by cutting…
Update that asthma plan
As Central Coast children return to school, Asthma Australia is urging parents to update their child’s Asthma Action Plan. Just like packing a school hat, this simple step helps ensure…
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…
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….