Changes to train and bus timetables loom large
Changes to public transport services such as train timetables and some bus timetables will start on October 20. Transport for NSW says that the adjusted timetables are because of the…
in print
Ocean Beach lifesavers shine in marathon swim
People might have seen two very dedicated – or crazy – Ocean Beach surf lifesavers swimming all over Broken Bay in the winter months and wondered why. Richard Grimmond and…
Mayor and Deputy to lead delegation to conference
Two of the team are first-time councillors: Castles and Lamont.
Coasties Who Care to continue their work
Despite the election outcome, the trio said they were determined to continue their environmental advocacy.
Thrilling author talk at Erina Library
Ashley Kalagian Blunt, bestselling author of the psychological thriller Dark Mode, is set to visit the Central Coast for the first time, with an author talk at Erina Library on October…
Woman sought over train incident
The Police Transport Command is seeking assistance from the public to identify a female who could be able to help them with their investigation in relation to an intimidation incident….
Council defends decision to remove toilet block
Central Coast Council has defended its decision to remove a public toilet block at Long Jetty before a new one was built. Bateau Bay resident Philip Morrison criticised the Council’s…
Get on your bike for Ride2Work Day on Wednesday
Central Coast workers are being encouraged to get on their bikes and join in Australia’s biggest celebration of commuter riding on Wednesday, October 16. National Ride2Work Day is organised by…
Taren King signs on for another two years
Taren King has signed a new two-year contract with Central Coast Mariners, keeping the defender in yellow and navy until at least 2026. Now entering her eighth season in the…
“Affordable” Coast gaining popularity among first home buyers
The Central Coast is proving to be a top choice for first home buyers with suburbs in two postcode areas – 2259 and 2250 – making the list of top…
Amber Lane among Australia’s most awarded whisky producers
Leading whisky distillery Amber Lane, in the Yarramalong Valley, is now one of the most decorated whisky distilleries in Australia, after taking out the Champion Small Batch spirit trophy at…
Teen charged over Umina Beach offences
A teenage boy has been charged over alleged driving and property offences following a pursuit at Umina Beach in the early hours of Friday, October 11. Brisbane Water Police attempted…
Steadfast in his role to improve council finances
Newly elected Central Coast Councillor Jared Wright remains steadfast in his view that improving Council finances must be a critical priority for all councillors this term, reiterating his election commitment…
High-tech specialist ambulance coming to Point Clare
NSW Ambulance will roll out eight specially designed vehicles known as Hazardous Area Rescue Ambulances (HARA) and one is coming to the special operations team located at Point Clare. These…
Authors tell all at Words at Pearl literary event
Words on the Waves, in conjunction with the Pearl Beach Progress Association, is launching a new one-day literary event called Words at Pearl. The inaugural event will be held on…
Comedy show doubles as Mangrove Mountain hall fundraiser
The audience won’t believe their ears or eyes when The Baby Boomers Live Comedy Tribute of Music Legends and More comes to Mangrove Mountain Hall on October 26. Aside from…
Wyong Drama Group wins swag of awards
Wyong Drama Group scooped the pool at the Norfolk Island Theatre Festival held from September 21 to 29, walking away with six awards. These included best actor for Laszlo Weidlich…
Regular forum to update seniors about services
The Wyoming Community Centre was at capacity on Friday, October 4 as Federal Member for Dobell Emma McBride hosted one of her regular seniors’ forums with Services Australia and the…
Sydney Dance Company returns to Art House
Sydney Dance Company is returning to The Art House with their new full company, full length production, momenta, on November 9. The Company is the latest internationally renowned company to…
Stirring speech in favour of democracy
The administrator’s last act was to destroy local democracy as much as he could, says Cr MacGregor.