NSW SES evacuation warning for lower Hawkesbury
The Bureau of Meteorology is predicting major flooding along the Hawkesbury River with an increase of predicted heights released at 3.30pm today. As a result, residents and visitors to these…
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Beehives at Calga infected with varroa mite
The NSW Department of Primary Industries has confirmed it has identified loads of bees at Calga connected to the recent detection of the varroa mite in Newcastle Port. These Central…
Council grants for community groups
Three community groups will share in more than $13,000 of funding this year through Central Coast council’s Community Support Grant Program. At its meeting on June 28, Council allocated $3,430…
Two Coast firefighters in running for state award
Two Central Coast Rural Fire Service firefighters are among 28 first responders in the state in the running to be recognised in the 2022 Rotary Clubs and Districts of NSW…
Minor to moderate flood warning for Coast
Central Coast residents have been warned of the possibility of minor to moderate flooding in the coming days as heavy rainfall associated with a potential East Coast Low is forecast…
Draft dog action plan on exhibition
Community feedback is being invited until August 26 on Central Coast Council’s Draft Dogs in Open Space Action Plan, which was adopted at its June 28 meeting. The 10-year Action…
Reduced speed limit at Patonga
Patonga Progress Association is celebrating, following the reduction of the previous 50km/h speed zone in the beachside suburb to 40km/h after a campaign lasting several years. Association President, David Nash,…
The Weekly News 5@5
Welcome to CCN’s’ Weekly News 5@5, July 1, 2022 produced from the newsroom of Central Coast Newspapers. Coming up this week: Rail and Education strikes set to continue – Council’s…
“Lots of talk but little action” over airport progress
Regional Development Australia Central Coast (RDACC) has renewed its calls for the development of the Central Coast Airport and a light aviation precinct at Warnervale. RDACC Chair Lawrie McKinna says…
Three Central Coast athletes compete in Australian Ninja Warrior
NINJA WARRIOR Three athletes from the Central Coast have joined the ranks of the Australian Ninja Warriors, competing in Season Six of the spectator sport now showing on Channel 9…
New police recruits patrolling the Coast
Seven new probationary constables started work at Central Coast police stations on Monday, June 26. Five have been assigned to Brisbane Water Police District and two to Tuggerah Lakes Police…
Rail disruptions likely to continue
Central Coast commuters were thrown into chaos this week with major disruptions to train services to Sydney as the Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) carried out protected industrial action,…
Revitalising The Entrance for entertainment
Markets and other recreational events at the Waterfront Plaza and Memorial Park in The Entrance have been given the tick of approval from the Local Planning Panel. Central Coast Council…
Saltmarsh solution to poor water quality at San Remo
The smelly black ooze and poor water quality plaguing San Remo residents near the power station outlet will be treated by establishing a saltmarsh swale. Poor water quality is decreasing…
Checking tradies’ credentials made easy
Central Coast customers and businesses can have confidence their tradies are appropriately licenced for the job with an enhanced public register under trial and the Service NSW Business Profile making…
Budget funding to help Coast’s LGBTIQ community
The Coastal Twist festival has welcomed a $2M investment over three years to boost mental health support services for trans and gender diverse communities announced in last Week’s State budget….
Work starts to upgrade Tuggerah train station
Work is finally underway on a $34M upgrade at Tuggerah railway station, following a seven-year community campaign for better accessibility. Early work has started in preparation for major work, which…
Service helping Coast women transition from criminal justice system at risk
The Women’s Justice Network (WJN) is a small not-for-profit organisation making a big impact through working with women and girls impacted by the criminal justice system, with its Central Coast…
New MP’s office open and ready for business
Newly-elected Member for Robertson, Gordon Reid, has officially opened his office at West Gosford and is ready to help residents with community issues and liaising with federal government departments. Reid…
Major rail disruptions this week
Central Coast commuters have been warned of major rail disruptions expected this week with protected industrial action set to significantly disrupt NSW train services. The protected industrial action is expected…