Grand challenge to find solutions to sustainable future
The University of Newcastle’s Grand Challenge is back, posing the question: What can we do to work towards a future of net zero carbon emissions? The Net Zero Grand Challenge…
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Therapy dog Beanie a big hit with school children
One of the standout stories that emerged in celebration of Therapy Dog Awareness Month in September, was how Beanie had changed the lives of pupils at Brooke Avenue Public School…
Walking to raise awareness about clean water access
Wyoming resident William Morris is about to embark on a powerful journey to raise awareness for clean water access worldwide. Morris will be walking 60km over two days from Wyoming…
Palliative care scholarships to honour Penny’s last wishes
Central Coast palliative care clinicians have been invited to apply for a scholarship to further their learning and professional development, made possible by a heartfelt donation of more than $22,000…
Gosford club holds State blind bowls championships
Bowlers say a growing city will need its community spaces such as the bowling club.
Taking guesswork out of knockdown/rebuild process
It is now easier for those considering the knockdown and rebuilding of a home to plan, build, and move in, with comprehensive information on the process added to the popular…
Flags are up as surf lifesavers return to beach patrols
The 2024/25 beach patrol season kicks off this weekend, with the familiar red and yellow flags raised across 15 Central Coast beaches from Saturday, September 28. There will be an…
Garbage truck dumps its load as battery fire erupts sparking questions
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews suspected lithium-ion batteries, thrown out in household rubbish, were the cause of a garbage truck fire on Wednesday, September 25. The truck caught alight…
Prestigious business award for disability service
Breaking Barriers Disability Services has been awarded the prestigious Outstanding Community Service Award at the recent Central Coast Local Business Awards. This accolade celebrates the organisation’s unwavering commitment to enhancing…
Council should seriously reconsider desal plant
One wonders what Central Coast Council is thinking with their proposal of a desalination water treatment plant at Noraville (Coast News September 19). The plant will have an extraction pipeline…
Hornsby Ku-ring-gai steps up for Coast’s community transport
Central Coast clients can call 02 4355 4588 now to discuss their service needs with the new provider.
Long Jetty festival cancelled
Council rejects Long Jetty Festival, citing traffic management plans and police concerns.
Meals on Wheels much more than a delivery service
Central Coast Meals on Wheels is more than just a meals delivery service, now offering a social support program. The organisation hosts a number of weekly community lunches across the…
Film tour pushes boundaries of human achievement
Extreme The Radical Reels Film Tour, an exhilarating offshoot of the renowned Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival, is coming to Avoca Beach Theatre on October 24 featuring an Australian filmmaker…
Get your motor running for ChromeFest
ChromeFest, one of Australia’s biggest car shows and community events is on again at The Entrance over the weekend October 25-27. It’s also one of NSW’s largest rock’n’roll and rockabilly…
Town Crier Clarke wins again
This latest win in Parkes adds to Clarke’s achievements.
Boost for recreational fishing
Davistown is one of 21 newly funded projects by the NSW Government to make recreational fishing more welcoming to people with disabilities. Under the 2024/25 Recreational Fishing Trust grants program,…
Offering creatives $40,000 commission for new works
An opportunity is on offer for local creatives to receive up to $40,000 commission through the Creative Art Central program. The program, run by Central Coast Council, is designed to…
Play School concert headed for Mingara
The Play School Live Concert Tour is back with the all-new show Let’s Play Together and is heading to Mingara Recreation Club on Saturday, October 5. The show is touring around the country with…
Man refused bail on sex assault charges
A man has been charged following an investigation into alleged historical sexual assault offences at different locations on the Central Coast. In July 2023, detectives attached to Brisbane Water Police…