Farmers and artisans Christmas market
Give the crowded shopping centres a miss and enjoy a great day out in the Central Coast hinterland at the Mangrove Mountain Farmers and Artisans Christmas Market on Sunday, December…
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Mariners men win F3 derby with a little good fortune
The Central Coast Mariners men have shrugged off their early season voodoo with a fortunate 2-1 win in the first instalment of this season’s F3 derby held at Sydney Football…
Academy of Sport’s night of nights
The Central Coast Academy of Sport (CCAS) celebrated a double milestone on Wednesday, November 20; its annual Viatek Awards Night and the Academy’s 20th anniversary. A gala evening at Mingara…
Support for all-access pool
I am in a similar situation to Elaine Norling (One woman crusade continues for all-accessible ocean pool, CCN 465). I would like to offer my support in her efforts to…
Youth forum for future leaders
Almost 80 students from 16 different Central Coast high schools came together last month to learn how to be a leader and provide innovative solutions to issues facing the Central…
Bulk billing initiative extended to veterans
Minister for the Central Coast and Member for Wyong David Harris says medical care will be more accessible for the region’s veterans with the payroll tax rebate for GPs available…
Absurd comedy show on Nuns comes to Fun Haus
Gosford’s Fun Haus Factory will host one of the most daring and hilarious shows of the season on Saturday, November 30. Nun Slut, written and performed by Sydney comedian Claire…
Inaugural film festival set for Cinema Paradiso launch
The inaugural Central Coast Film Festival is launching on November 30 at Cinema Paradiso, Ettalong. The festival is set to run until December 7 and brings together three of the…
Third stage of Eraring super battery approved
Origin Energy has approved the third stage of its large-scale battery at Eraring Power Station, adding further storage capacity to the project already underway and delivering the largest total dispatch…
Charged over illegal tobacco sales
Raptor Squad police have charged a man following the discovery of more than $800,000 in cash believed to be proceeds of illegal tobacco sales on the Central Coast. Police executed…
In court after Sydney to Warnervale police chase
A man was refused bail until a Wyong Local Court hearing following a police pursuit from Sydney’s west to the Central Coast. It began at 7.10pm on Wednesday, November 20,…
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…
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…