Council putting the cart before the horse
The Community Environment Network (CEN) says that selling off community land is not the best way to address Central Coast Council’s financial woes and is encouraging residents to provide feedback…
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Community groups fight to save facilities listed for sale
The community has asked to see the Termite Report which Central Coast Council says shows the Norah Head Hall should be demolished. The community group fighting to save the sale…
New CEO, David Farmer, has his eyes firmly set on the future
As the State Government ordered public inquiry delves into the causes of Central Coast Council’s financial crisis, new CEO, David Farmer, has his eyes firmly set on the future. Farmer…
Ken West, BDO founder shares thoughts on Coast’s music future
Loud bands, bright lights, and big crowds – these were the scenes that made up most of the life of Big Day Out Founder, Ken West.
“Public Interest trumps democracy” – Minister for Local Government
Klass Woldring, spoke to CCN about the Minister’s decision and gave his thoughts on what this means for the future of democracy on the Central Coast.
Merindah Avenue enjoys its own ANZAC service
Although many Coast residents opted to return to organised major services on ANZAC Day this year, one small community at Green Point so enjoyed last year’s intimate atmosphere under COVID-19…
Calls for more bike and scooter infrastructure
As more commuters return to the Central Coast railway system following the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, Member for Gosford, Liesl Tesch is calling for more bike and scooter infrastructure across…
Nicola McDermott – Spotlight Interview
HIGH JUMP CHAMPION: Tascott local, Nicola McDermott, becomes the first Australian woman to jump 2 metres in High Jump. Nicola spoke with us on her journey to reaching this new…
Mariners Walk the A-League Tight Rope
FOOTBALL – A 1-1 draw between the Mariners and Melbourne Victory on Sunday evening, May 2, has followed the Central Coast side’s crushing 4-0 defeat at home, maintaining their fragile…
Picnic day to raise awareness for MS
Colleen Daniels, who leads a Multiple Sclerosis (MS) support group on the Central Coast, has organised a picnic day at Mt Penang Parklands, Kariong, on May 30, to help raise…
Down in the garden: Its got to be garlic
It is garlic planting time on the Coast and across temperate areas of Australia right now. Good news is, they are one of the easiest plants to grow and home-grown…
The Weekly News 5@5
Coast Community News 5@5, April 30. Coming up this week: Puzzlement over Terrigal PEP11 political, paddle out announcementMixed reactions to the minister’s public inquiry announcement, Local democracy advocate questions cancellation…
Copacabana rallies for dawn service
About 250 early risers from the Copacabana community rallied at dawn on the village green and surrounding areas on ANZAC Day. Long-time resident John Atkinson said before the first light…
Large crowds turn out for live ANZAC Day services
With the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, Anzac Day services returned to the Coast this year, with major events at key locations around the region and a host of smaller suburban…
Planning approval granted for Point Clare Station
The Point Clare Station upgrade to improve accessibility and safety is a step closer, with the project now having receiving planning approval, and completion of the revamp expected next year….
Piles Creek Loop set for $300,000 upgrade
Piles Creek Loop walking track, one of the most popular attractions in Brisbane Water National Park, will receive a $300,000 upgrade funded by the NSW Government. Parliamentary Secretary for the…
No PEP11 drilling under this Government – Wicks
The community push to cancel the PEP11 permit for offshore drilling has taken a large leap forward, with Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks, announcing the project will not go ahead…
Mangrove Mountain community petitions to stop sale of local church
Residents of the Mangrove Mountain community have launched a petition in an effort to stop the proposed sale of the district’s heritage listed Union Church. Situated at 2154 Wiseman’s Ferry…
Terrigal Bowling Club off the list of Council asset sales
Terrigal Bowling Club is claiming a major victory for people power after the land on which it sits was removed from a list of sites proposed to be reclassified with…
Hazard reduction burn in Jilliby State Conservation Area
The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS), in conjunction with the Rural Fire Service is planning a three day hazard reduction burn in Jilliby State Conservation Area, beginning Wednesday, April…