‘Play space’ strategy online soon
The Central Coast Play space Strategy should be online soon for a 28-day public exhibition period. Mayor Cr Lisa Matthews said the strategy would set a clear direction for planning…
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Ownership mistake discovered
The Umina branch of the Country Women’s Association has discovered that ownership of its hall has been wrongly described in a development application to Central Coast Council. The mistake came…
Jawbone found on Umina Beach
An investigation is underway after a jawbone was located at Umina Beach. Woy Woy resident, Toyah Evans, made the gruesome discovery whilst walking her dogs along the beach on Thursday,…
On-demand commuter bus service stops abruptly
The on-demand commuter CoastConnect minibus service at Woy Woy has ended its 24-month trial, without announcement on Friday, May 29. “There has been confusion and outrage that the Government would…
New government radio network for emergency services responders
[Wyong] The public safety network for emergency services responders has been boosted on the Central Coast with the completion of a new government radio network (GRN) site in Wyong Creek….
Shadow Minister calls for clarity over train cleaning services
Shadow Minister for Regional and Rural Jobs and Member for Swansea, Yasmin Catley, has called for assurances from the State Government that train cleaning services will not be put out…
Funding for Westpac Rescue Helicopter pilot training
Renewed support from Glencore, one of the world’s largest resource companies, will see Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service pilots receive state of the art training to ensure they remain equipped to…
Leader of the Opposition, Anthony Albanese visits the Coast
Australian Labor Party Leader, Anthony Albanese, was in Bateau Bay on June 6 with Federal Member for Dobell, Emma McBride to show support for the housing and construction industry to…
Weekly audio/video News 5@5
Week ending June 12, 2020. Black Lives Matter protest in Wyong – Storm damage on coast ignites old debates – Local Planning panel convenes – Interview with Deputy Mayor –…
Council defers decision on Carpark plans as objections rise
A decision on endorsing a multi-storey carpark at Central Coast Stadium has been deferred until submissions on Council’s Draft Parking Study and Implementation Plan close on July 6, with Central…
Further relaxation of Covid-19 restrictions
Central Coast food courts will reopen on June 13, along with others in the state, as the NSW Government continues to ease social distancing restrictions. In other changes, the number…
Park groundwater contaminated
Central Coast Council is finalising a plan to manage contaminated groundwater at three parks in the region but says there is no immediate health risk. Adcock Park, West Gosford, Hylton…
Pocket parks saved
The Save Central Coast Reserves group is heaving a sigh of relief, after Central Coast councillors voted on June 9 to include smaller local parks and playgrounds in the Draft…
Chemical CleanOut resumes
Household Chemical CleanOut events are returning to the Central Coast, following a break due to the coronavirus pandemic. A clean out is planned at Mount Penang Event Park at Kariong…
Key role for super in economic recovery
by Cath Sullivan, re-printed with thanks to AIST [Editorial] The superannuation industry will play a key role in Australia’s economic recovery, according to Greg Combet, who also expects the legislated…
Seven Central Coast residents recognised by Queen’s Honours
Seven Central Coast residents were recognized in the Queen’s Birthday 2020 Honours List on June 8, with 933 awards given nationally. Governor-General David Hurley said the awards were a reflection…
Proposal for Terrigal Lagoon walking trail
A 2km walking trail planned around Terrigal Lagoon will be a “wonderful thing for the Coast”, says Marine Discovery Centre Chairman and General Manager, John Asquith. Asquith said the trail…
Extraordinary Council meeting to discuss LSPS
Councillors are meeting this Saturday June 13 to workshop next year’s budget and to discuss the changes needed to the Local Strategic Planning Statement (LSPS) which has just been on…
Keep coral trees, says shade tree group
Central Coast Council should keep coral trees due to be removed today from a Woy Woy reserve, according to local community group Grow Urban Shade Trees. Group member Ms Debbie…
Plans released for the single biggest road investment in the Coast’s history
Initial design plans for the Central Coast Highway upgrade from Bateau Bay to Wamberal are now out for community comment. The NSW Government has committed $387M to upgrade the 3.8km…