Specialist access harming healthcare of young diabetics
A Wamberal resident is calling on the Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) to increase and improve upon the range of diabetes treatment and management services available to patients on…
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Lionel Richie lights up Central Coast Stadium, Gosford
Pop legend Lionel Richie performed in front of 10,000 adoring fans at Central Coast Stadium in Gosford last night, proving that he still has his mojo and is loved by…
Feedback sought on Empire Bay Dve roundabout upgrade
The community has been invited to have a say on the proposed upgrade of the intersection of Empire Bay Dve, The Scenic Rd and Cochrane St at Kincumber, which aims…
Track for eco event has damaged the environment
A recently-formed community group, Save Winney Bay, conducted a walk from the Reserve in Oceano St, Copacabana, to Del Monte Point, to assess damage to native bush caused by clearing…
Additional dwelling approvals surge
Central Coast Council’s quarterly report into the activities of the Development Assessment (DA) and Environment and Certification Units reveal that 6,181 additional dwellings had received approval since the commencement of…
Former Gosford Council’s books get the all clear
Almost two years after the dismissal of Gosford Council, and one year after holes were found in its financial management systems, the NSW Auditor General’s Office, and Price Waterhouse Coopers,…
Attempts being made to bring back Old Sydney Town
Several local buyers have expressed interest in acquiring the land at Somersby that includes the Old Sydney Town and Australian Reptile Park sites. One is backed by the 10,000-strong community…
Changed traffic conditions on M1 Pacific Motorway
Motorists have been advised of changed traffic conditions on the M1 Pacific Motorway in preparation for a major upgrade between Kariong and Somersby interchanges. Early work was carried out from…
Conservatorium releases vision for Performing Arts Centre
The Central Coast Conservatorium of Music (CCCM) has officially released its bid for the Central Coast Regional Performing Arts Centre (RPAC). The Conservatorium’s preferred site for the RPAC is land…
Parliamentary report recommends inquiry into Landfill
The NSW Parliamentary Inquiry into Waste and Waste from Energy has recommended that the NSW Government establish an independent inquiry into the operation, regulation and approvals of the Mangrove Mountain…
Bruce & Barbara want a Clean ‘n Green Coast
[Video News Central Coast] Independent Central Coast Councillor Bruce McLachlan and Ms Barbara Gorman from Save Wyong Trees have joined forces to deliver a Clean and Green Central Coast. Ms Gorman…
Impasse remains over channel dredging
A meeting, held last Monday, March 19, between NSW Government and Central Coast Council representatives has failed to resolve the impasse over who is responsible for maintaining the navigation channels…
ACF branch objects to proposed nursing home
The Central Coast branch of the Australian Conservation Foundation has objected to the nursing home proposed for Hillview St, Woy Woy, in a submission to Central Coast Council. “The development…
Protest sends clear message, says Crouch
More than 60 local residents have attended a Save Our Beach protest on March 17 convened by Peninsula Chamber of Commerce, Liberal Member for Terrigal Mr Adam Crouch, and Liberal…
Nippers rewarded for collecting bottles and cans
Umina Nippers have earnt a $500 donation to their club for collecting plastic bottles and aluminium cans. The Nippers collected a total of 65 bags with the next closest total…
Council calls for rail underpass funding
Central Coast Council has called on the NSW Government to recommit funding to the Woy Woy rail underpass at Bulls Hill. The council will approach the Premier, Transport Minister, Roads…
Waterfront group fights on against development
The Save Woy Woy Waterfront community group is continuing to work “100 percent to stop inappropriate development” of the Woy Woy Bowling Club’s site, according to Mr Ross Cochrane. The…
Spiralling fuel prices spur local MPs to action
Spiralling Peninsula fuel prices have prompted action by our local Members of Parliament. Both the Federal Liberal Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks and the State Labor Member for Gosford…
Channel needs science, not amateur ideas, says CEN
The Ettalong channel dredging needs science, engineering and common sense, and not ill-considered amateur ideas, opinions and dogma, according to the Community Environment Network. Chairman Mr John Asquith said: “When…
Council’s total operational income tops $723m
The auditor’s report for the first consolidated Central Coast Council financial statements will be presented at the next meeting on Monday, March 26. The report and financial statements for the…