Lanes open on new Lisarow bridge
Traffic is flowing across the first lanes of the new rail bridge at Lisarow as the $178M duplication of the Pacific Hwy between Ourimbah St and Parsons Rd powers ahead….
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Customers not happy to wait for NBN upgrade
Residents at the lower end of Stratford Park Estate in Terrigal are fed up with ongoing problems with internet connection and are calling on NBN to take responsibility for the…
Debt and deficit don’t ‘fuss’ risk committee members
Two independent professional members of Central Coast Council’s Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee (ARIC) said they were comfortable with Council’s level of debt before the financial crisis. Both said they…
Comments invited on roundabout upgrade
Despite fears that a major upgrade of the Tumbi Rd/Central Coast Hwy intersection at Wamberal could spell the demise of the nearby Valley Fruit, the fresh food outlet will remain…
First taste of freedom
Central Coast residents flocked to their favourite retail outlets, hairdressers, cafes, restaurants and watering holes as the region emerged from its 15-week lockdown on October 11. Retailers across the region,…
IPART forum to consider draft ferry charges
A public forum will be held on October 18 to hear feedback from passengers and ferry operators following the announcement that draft fares for Central Coast Ferries may rise from…
Barefoot Dutchman’s 3000km mission for men’s health
TERRIGAL: ‘The Barefoot Dutchman’ has been making his way through the Central Coast this week to raise funds and awareness for men’s mental health. Anton Bootenboon, the real life ‘Forest…
Wharf waits for ribbon cutting date
The long-awaited redevelopment of the Woy Woy Wharf may finally be complete but questions have been raised over why the wharf is not yet officially open to the public. Plans…
Local case numbers begin to ease
Central Coast Local Health District has reported 17 and 18 daily COVID-19 cases during Tuesday and Wednesday respectively in their two 24 hour reporting periods. The number indicates a downward…
Bowker finally allowed to speak on Peninsula issues
Persistence paid off for Peninsula resident Julian Bowker. Last month, Central Coast Council refused to let him speak at the public forums. The public forums are held before the council…
Gosford hospital main entry is a potential exposure site
Thursday Oct 14, 2021: Central Coast Local Health District has advised the community this morning that an area within Gosford Hospital’s Main Entry – the lounge area adjacent to the patient…
Seals frolic with surfers at The Box
Local surfers at The Box said they have been visited by a nearby sea colony as seals migrate along Australia’s eastern coastline during the cooler months. Vice President and media…
Council’s deficit has grown under administration
Central Coast Council’s financial year 2020-2021 saw an operating deficit before capital grants and contributions of -$91.6M. The operating deficit including capital grants and contributions for the 2020- 2021 financial…
Indoor pools reopen with some limits
The indoor pools at Peninsula Leisure Centre have been re-opened to those who are fully vaccinated following the NSW Government announcement that indoor pools could open from Monday, October 11….
Blue Ring turns up in child’s sand bucket
Killcare Surf Lifesaving Club (KSLSC) has warned residents to be aware of blue-ringed octopuses on local beaches after a child nearly came into contact with the creature recently. “The Blue…
HoTS delivers care to rough sleepers
Coast and Country Primary Care’s (CCPC) Health on The Streets (HoTS) service has continued to run regular hubs at Mary Macs Place, Woy Woy, every Monday from 10am-1pm during the…
1,500 locals ask Minister to save Ettalong from highrise
Over 1,500 local residents have signed a petition to voice their objection to Central Coast Council’s proposal to increase the foreshore building height at Ettalong Beach. The petition was delivered…
Crouch, State and ‘Gang of Eight’ cop Inquiry angst
Suspended Liberal Councillor Chris Burke said Terrigal MP, Adam Crouch, made things political in the Council Chambers by constantly berating the “Greens and Labor” on Central Coast Council matters. Burke…
Emergency services warn of flood risk
With the prospect of another wet Storm Season bringing the very real risk of floods, NSW State Emergency Service (SES) is launching a new campaign aimed at raising awareness of…
Inquiry hears of disturbing behaviour of staff and between fellow Councillors
Every councillor questioned by Commissioner Roslyn McCulloch at the Public Inquiry into Central Coast Council has admitted being unaware of changes to the investment report in October 2019. By the…