Changed traffic conditions at Wyong
Motorists are advised of changed overnight traffic conditions from June 13 on the Pacific Hwy to carry out traffic surveys between Johnson Rd, Tuggerah, and Cutler Dr, Wyong, as part…
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Homelessness project takes out top honour
Central Coast Council’s project The Rough Story: Three Initiatives to Prevent Homelessness was honoured at the NSW Local Government Professionals Australia Awards held in Sydney recently. The Rough Story was…
Fundraiser for sleepout team
A fundraiser will be held for the team from The Agency ahead of its participation in this year’s Coast Shelter Sleepout. It will take place from 6pm-9pm on Friday, July…
New lease on life for pharmacy wall
The exterior wall of Gorokan Amcal Pharmacy has a whole new look, with the completion of a mural to brighten-up the once shabby façade. In 2023, staff came up with…
Wyong electorate projects secure funding
Ten projects in the Wyong electorate have secured $300,000 in funding through the NSW Government’s 2023 Community Building Partnership Program. “The State Government funds will deliver much-needed improvements to local…
PM pops in to deliver on infrastructure funding
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was on the Central Coast on Wednesday, June 12, to deliver on the Federal Government’s $2.5M pledge to fund a new building for the Kincumber Roos…
The call goes out to rise to the challenge of being a firefighter
An information session at Doyalson Fire and Rescue NSW station on June 15 will be the chance to explore what it takes to be a permanent full-time, on-call firefighter. Other…
Acclaim for fostering grassroots sport
Wyong Leagues Group has won the Fostering Grassroots Sport category of the 2024 ClubsNSW Clubs and Community Awards. The annual awards, held this year on June 6, recognise outstanding contributions…
Road closures for Bay to Bay running festival
Brisbane Water Dr will be closed between 5am and 1pm on Sunday, June 16, as the annual Bay to Bay running event takes place. Motorists travelling between Gosford and Woy…
Proclaiming 80th anniversary of D-Day
Central Coast Town Crier Stephen Clarke gave a Proclamation announcing the 80th Anniversary of D-Day on June 6 at the Gosford cenotaph. D-Day, on June 6, 1944, marked the beginning…
Red Hatters are partying on
The Roving Rubies Red Hatters are gearing up for their 20th anniversary later this year, with a Roaring 20s themed party set for September 5. “The ladies are planning what…
Lake Haven centre to stop providing mobility scooters
A Gorokan resident is urging fellow shoppers to join her in appealing a decision by Lake Haven Shopping Centre to discontinue its mobility scooter service from July 1 due to…
Musical local fundraiser with real soul
A Central Coast music group has raised $3,000 for local charity Coast Shelter. Soul on the Central Coast is a group of local music enthusiasts who have a passion for…
Coasties recognised in King’s Birthday honours
Five Central Coast residents have been awarded a Medal of Australia (OAM) in the General Division in the 2024 King’s Birthday Honours. Announced on June 10 by Governor-General David Hurley,…
Hand forest back to community: Camp Ourimbah
Volunteers recently gathered to weed a disturbed rainforest area in Ourimbah State Forest (OSF). Camp Ourimbah spokesperson Ursula Da Silva said pristine rainforest once ran along the verge of Wallaby…
Housing strategy goes to government for endorsement
Central Coast Council’s Local Housing Strategy will go to the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure for endorsement following its adoption at the May 28 Council meeting. It seeks…
$300,000 for community projects around The Entrance
The electorate of The Entrance has secured $300,000 in funding for a total of 11 projects through the NSW Government’s 2023 Community Building Partnership (CBP) Program. The funds will deliver…
International accolade for Coast distillery
Leading Yarramalong whisky distillery, Amber Lane, has taken out a swag of medals at the renowned International Wine and Spirit Competition. Amber Lane took gold for its Liquid Amber whisky,…
Baby basket for a lucky new mum
Each year, Woy Woy CWA celebrates its birthday by making a very special donation to Gosford Hospital. “Every year at this time we donate a baby basket to Gosford Hospital…
Allegations regarding Wyee greyhound rehoming facility
The Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission (GWIC) will review allegations about various matters involving Greyhound Racing NSW’s (GRNSW) Wyee rehoming facility, which was closed without notice on May 20 to…