Opinions divided about plans for Turo Reserve
The Wagstaffe to Killcare Community Association (WTKCA) is seeking community feedback on the proposed revamp of the Turo Reserve Playspace at Pretty Beach. WTKCA said they will pass on any…
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Funnel webs out and about
Be warned – the funnel webs are out and about. The Australian Reptile Park has issued a warning, with recent torrential rains and wet weather conditions creating perfect conditions for…
Newcastle Dance Company brings acclaimed show to the Wyong
Awkward, a dance theatre show billed as “witty and clever” is coming to The Art House Wyong, created by Newcastle dance company, Catapult Dance Choreographic Hub.
Tumbi Umbi resident celebrates 100th birthday
Tumbi Umbi resident Marjorie Male has just joined the centenarian club and to celebrate was joined by 170 people as well as State Member for the Entrance David Mehan at a special gathering.
Highest fuel prices on the Coast put the pinch on Peninsula locals and businesses
Peninsula residents are feeling the pinch as petrol prices reach 14-year highs in some parts of the country. Locals once again are facing the highest pump prices on the Central…
Doctor warns DPA will not alleviate GP shortage crisis
A long-established and highly regarded GP on the Coast has warned that recent moves by the Federal Government to alleviate the shortage of doctors will prove largely ineffective.
Coast groups welcome Federal Government moves to protect koala populations
The Coast Environmental Alliance (CEA) has welcomed a Federal Government decision to upgrade the status of koalas from vulnerable to endangered but spokesperson Jake Cassar said the group was keen…
One-day walk-in vaccination hub at Woy Woy Hospital
A walk-in vaccination hub will be open on Friday, February 18 at Woy Woy Hospital, offering Pfizer and Paediatric Pfizer doses to locals. The service is available to all eligible…
Elective surgery to return but no local blueprint available
The Ministry of Health and Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) have refused to comment on the capacity for local hospitals to return to elective surgery this month despite the…
Wyong Hospital Emergency has moved but still no details on use of former building
Wyong Hospital Emergency Department has been moved to the new hospital building (Block H).
Candlelight vigil at Davistown marks World Wetlands Day
As Central Coast Council’s efforts to buy back the Davistown Wetlands remain stalled, Davistown Progress Association (DPA) held a small candlelight vigil last week to mark World Wetlands Day. “We…
Coast’s dam levels at record high
Central Coast dam levels reached a record high in January 2022 – with Mangrove Creek Dam hitting 77.2 per cent, topping the previous high of 76 per cent achieved six…
Riding for the Disabled needs more volunteers
After a two-year closure due to COVID-19, Riding for the Disabled at Somersby will be up and running again at the end of February 2022. Coach Jenny Cameron, who is…
West Street bakery changes hands after 28 years
Two well-loved business owners will say goodbye to the community they have served for 28 years this Saturday, when the duo retire from running the Umina Hot Bread Kitchen. Co-owners…
The Weekly News 5@5
Welcome to Central Coast Newspapers’ Weekly Video News 5@5, Feb 11, 2022. The week’s lead news stories from across the Central Coast include: 9 local COVID deaths so far this…
Avoca couple plans to get married – for the 43rd time
As Valentine’s Day approaches, one Avoca Beach couple is making plans to get married this year – for the 43rd time. Since they first married almost 15 years ago at…
East Gosford fire contained to two units
A fire at a block of units in Russell St, East Gosford, on February 8 was contained to two units, with four others suffering smoke and heat damage. Just after…
CEN lists Central Coast Council’s environmental “fails”
As the community waits for the outcome of the Public Inquiry into Central Coast Council and a decision on whether or not there will be local government election this year,…
Two actors to feature in ‘Housos’ episode
Two local actors have landed spots in the upcoming ‘Housos’ television series which is expected to be released in late 2022. The two actors from Ettalong and Woy Woy played…
Applications open for job creation grants
Central Coast businesses can now apply for Round Two of the NSW Government’s $140M Regional Job Creation Fund, which aims to create at least 2,000 new jobs in regional NSW…