Probus stalwart turns 100
Ourimbah Combined Probus Club recently celebrated the100th birthday of long-time member Heather Mogg. Heather is also a very active member of her church and the community at Henry Kendall Gardens….
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Freemason donation helps save lives
Freemasons on the Central Coast (FotCC) raised more than $13,000 for Soldiers Beach Surf Life Saving Club in 2024 which went to purchasing vital equipment for the club. Soldiers Beach…
Maternity services in political focus
EDITORIAL – The Central Coast’s maternity services are shaping up to be a key issue in the upcoming federal election. This week Labor’s Federal Health Minister Mark Butler announced a…
Recognising Council’s female lifeguards
In celebration of International Women’s Day on Saturday, March 8, Central Coast Council has recognised the significant contribution of its female lifeguards. With 17 females currently rostered out of a…
Maternity crisis continues to loom large
The state of maternity services on the Central Coast continues to shape up as one of the major issues set to influence the region’s voters at the Federal election. Labor…
New urgent care clinic pledged for Terrigal
With the date for this year’s Federal election expected to be announced any day now, Labor has announced a new Medicare Urgent Care Clinic (UCC) for Terrigal. To be located…
Change of venue for crime meeting
A community meeting on March 9 to address serious concerns about violent crime across several Central Coast suburbs will now be held at a different venue. To be held this…
Meditation to start International Women’s Day
Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch is inviting Coasties to celebrate the International Women’s Day celebration with Meditation HQ at Ocean Beach on Saturday, March 8. “This is a wonderful opportunity…
Blackwall clean-up a huge success
A group of eager volunteers from around the Central Coast rolled up their sleeves to celebrate the 35th anniversary of Clean Up Australia Day on Sunday, March 2, as they…
Toasting the demise of PEP 11
Community group Save Our Coast (SOC) celebrated the rejection of the PEP 11 permits for offshore gas exploration by the Federal Government at Ocean Beach Surf Club on Saturday, March…
Recognised for 30 years of volunteering
Toni Brewster has been celebrated for 30 years of continuous voluntary service to the Ourimbah Hospital Auxiliary. Brewster joined the auxiliary in 1994. To mark this very special occasion, Member…
Asbestos remediation at old power station
Asbestos remediation work has begun at the former Munmorah Power Station site on Scenic Dr at Colongra. The work, being carried out by Generator Property Management (GPM) and Enviropacific Services,…
Empire Bay a winner whatever the election outcome
Empire Bay is set to be a winner in this year’s Federal election, no matter who takes government. With an election date expected to be announced imminently, the Liberal Party…
Election countdown begins on the Coast
EDITORIAL While the Prime Minister has yet to call the next Federal Election, the latest it can be held is May, and here on the Central Coast, the race is…
SES honours its stalwarts
NSW State Emergency Service (NSW SES) volunteers from the Central Coast received awards for their steadfast dedication and ongoing service to their communities on Monday evening, February 24. A ceremony…
Will interest rate cut affect the election?
The Reserve Bank’s recent cut in interest rates is likely to have only a minimal effect on the Federal election, according to many pundits. The rates were cut to 4.1%…
Road improvements for Empire Bay
The Federal Government is set to deliver $15M over two years to plan for better and safer road connections in Empire Bay. The Empire Bay Drive Intersection Strategy – Planning…
Up in arms over proposed Kincumber development
Residents are already galvanised in opposition to a development proposed by the Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council (DLALC) in Carrak Rd, Kincumber, before a development application has even been lodged…
Nominate an outstanding older person
People living in The Entrance electorate are being encouraged to recognise an outstanding older person in their community by nominating them for the 2025 NSW Seniors Festival Local Achievement Awards….
Changed conditions on Wyong M1 off-ramp
Motorists are advised of changed overnight traffic conditions from next week on the M1 Pacific Motorway northbound off-ramp to Wyong Rd (Tuggerah Interchange) for essential maintenance work at Tuggerah. The…