Seven decades of surf lifesaving at Toowoon Bay club
Seven decades of surf lifesaving were celebrated last weekend when more than 400 past and present members and friends of Toowoon Bay Surf Club gathered to celebrate its 70th anniversary….
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Special morning tea to pay homage to our elders
Central Coast Council is hosting a morning tea at Laycock Street Community Theatre to celebrate International Day of Older Persons on Tuesday, October 1. Council Director Community and Recreation Service…
Skipping Centrelink queues now possible on the Coast
Online bookings now available for Services Australia.
Leaning Tree of Avoca gains support
Psst, wanna hear a story? A story all about perspectives. And angles.
And hopefully, deep roots.
Anger over community transport closure
Update on CTCCL closure: Phones ring out at Shirley Shuttle and Community Transport Central Coast’s website is down.
Community in shock as the Shirley Shuttle ceases
Scramble for replacement transport for the community in need as CTCCL ceases operations.
Renowned shipbuilder celebrates his 100-year milestone
Like the many metal-hulled yachts he has built Harry Westerdyk is still going strong as he celebrated his 100th birthday on Friday, September 20. The retired boatbuilder still lives independently…
Pet owners urged to check for ticks as Coast named a hotspot
Fresh data from Petbarn and Greencross Vets has revealed the Central Coast as being a hotspot for potentially deadly paralysis ticks and other parasites. Areas at extreme risk include Ourimbah,…
Jail sentence for fraudulent tax agent
Former Central Coast tax agent, Gavin Swan has been sentenced to five years in jail with a non-parole period of three years for fraudulent behaviour and dealing with the proceeds…
Facing a complex Council election
The Central Coast Council elections held last weekend were a democratic marathon, marked by our excessively long and arduous vote-counting process. Intricacies of the electoral procedure, involving five wards, 77…
PEP11: The saga continues with Husic’s ‘Preliminary Determination’
In a move that has sparked both hope and confusion, Federal Industry Minister Ed Husic has issued a “preliminary determination” on the controversial PEP11 gas and oil exploration licence. While…
10 charged in major drugs and firearms bust
Raptor Squad officers under Strike Force Beckenbeeni have decimated the prohibited drug and firearm supply of the Lone Wolf Outlaw Motorcycle Gang following the arrest of 10 men in multiple…
Waratahs in full bloom
Waratahs are in full bloom across the Central Coast bushland and locals are revelling in the glorious Spring sight at the few protected locations they are known to grow in….
Desalination plant proposed for Noraville
Council submits a state significant infrastructure project to Department of Planning.
Accessible outdoor play at 13 parks
There are 13 parks around the Central Coast Council which are designed in an accessible format so all children can participate in the joy of outdoor play. They are featured…
Community forum at Hardys Bay
A community forum will be held at Hardys Bay on September 21 to give residents a chance to meet Federal Member of Parliament Dr Gordon Reid and discuss local matters….
Police inquiry underway after Erina stabbing
Police want to talk to a man who they believe can assist with their investigation.
Traffic changes at Bateau Bay
Motorists are advised of changed traffic conditions on The Entrance Rd to carry out investigation work between Nepean St and Cresthaven Av at Bateau Bay. One southbound lane will be…
Escabags available at Coast libraries
Escabags, short for escape bags, are now available for the community from several Central Coast Council libraries. The bags contain high-quality products for people in the community experiencing domestic or…
Little Terns nesting season looming
With the arrival of the Little Terns expected to begin mid-October at Karagi Point, The Entrance North, Central Coast Council is once again undertaking works to help protect the nesting…