Choosing Hope a walk to honour infant loss
Choosing Hope, a walk of honour and remembrance, in support of families who have experienced infant loss, will be held on October 12 starting at Long Jetty and finishing at…
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Safety concerns at Lone Pine Plaza
It’s great to see stores and services opening up in Lone Pine Plaza at Umina Beach, however road safety continues to be a concern for those visiting the centre by…
Bootleg Rascal to play The Jetty
Bootleg Rascal will bring their Oti tour to Long Jetty Hotel on Friday, September 13. Their latest release, Oti, sees the band recall the vibe of earlier work akin to…
Gosford CBD’s renaissance signals a bright future for the region
At long last, Gosford is finally getting the attention it deserves as the capital of the Central Coast. This week’s topping out ceremony of the twin towers at Aland’s Archibald…
Addressing frailty in the elderly
The Hunter New England and Central Coast Primary Health Network (HNECC PHN) recently concluded an innovative Frailty Early Intervention Program aimed at altering the trajectory of frailty in the ageing…
Her Way program results in women feeling safer
A Central Coast Council initiative implemented through the Safer Cities: Her Way pilot program has resulted in a marked improvement in women, girls and gender diverse people, feeling safer in…
Boat on lake burns and sinks
Lake Macquarie Fire Boat and multiple firefighting crews were called out late on Thursday night to a boat on fire off Summerland Point. The alarm was raised at about 11pm…
Now’s the time to adopt a dog
To celebrate International Dog Day, RSPCA NSW has waived the adoption costs for dogs and puppies until September 15 at its Somersby Behaviour and Rehabilitation Centre (BARC) facility. Until September…
Be prepared for bushfire and storm season
Central Coast Council is encouraging residents to Get Ready for bushfire and storm events, by using the month of September to be more prepared and attend a community preparedness event….
Labor candidates sign accountability pledge
Labor candidates in the September 14 election have signed an Accountability and Transparency Pledge and have challenged other candidates to do the same. Team leader Belinda Neal said accountability, transparency…
Tuggerah dance company a Sydney eisteddfod finalist
The Academy Australia, based at Tuggerah, will be one of 16 finalists to compete in the 2024 Sydney Eisteddfod Dance of Champions at 8pm on Sunday, September 8, at The…
Business leaders tackle housing crisis
Business NSW Central Coast recently hosted a highly anticipated NSW Premier’s Lunch, where the region’s housing affordability crisis took centre stage. With special guests Premier Chris Minns and Minister for…
Let’s all agree It’s Time
Made famous in 1972 by former Prime Minister Gough Whitlam, It’s Time is the mantra we need to bring forward into 2024. One of the best-known slogans in Australia’s history,…
Team Central Coast wants to go back to basics
Team Central Coast, which is fielding 15 candidates in the September 14 election, is calling for a back-to-basics approach from the newly elected Central Coast Council to enable the delivery…
Bridie performs at Avoca Beach Theatre
Seven times ARIA-winning singer, songwriter, record producer and soundtrack composer David Bridie will perform a special show on October 5 at Avoca Beach Theatre. Bridie’s career spans across his work…
Grifco expands to Somersby
Chamberlain Group, the parent company of Grifco, has expanded its national business footprint by relocating to a new purpose-built manufacturing facility at Somersby. Grifco engineers and manufactures products specifically designed…
Praise for Woy Woy under-9s soccer
The coach of Woy Woy under-9s soccer team has heaped praise on the youngsters following a sterling season. Coach Martin Dearnaley, whose son is in the team, said he was…
Newcastle University a leader in gender equity
The University of Newcastle has been recognised as a leader in addressing inequality, becoming one of the first two universities in Australia to receive a Science in Australia Gender Equity…
Coast mum walks 175km for Fred
A 54-year-old Central Coast mum walked an impressive 175km over the month of August as part of Fred’s Big Run, an annual event which raises funds for the Fred Hollows…
3G mobile phone switch-over delayed
Federal Member for Dobell Emma McBride has welcomed news that Telstra and Optus have further delayed their 3G switch-over to October 28 following community feedback. This year, Australian 3G networks…