Public meeting called to discuss ATO office on waterfront
The No Tax on Gosford Waterfront community Facebook network is holding a public meeting to discuss community objections to the tax office being built on Gosford waterfront, at the Gosford….
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Lucy Wicks responds to waterfront misconceptions
Federal Member for Robertson, Ms Lucy Wicks, addressed local businesses at the Gosford Chamber of Commerce on October 29, regarding the Commonwealth Agency building to be located on part of…
‘Gosford waterfront was always going to be a mixed use precinct’ – Inchley
The chairperson of the Central Coast Regional Development Corporation (CCRDC), Mr Graeme Inchley has written and circulated an opinion article about the Gosford Waterfront. “As a long term resident of…
Funding for performing arts centre dependent on waterfront location
{Audio available} NSW member for Terrigal, Mr Adam Crouch has re-confirmed the NSW Government’s commitment to the regional performing arts centre and conservatorium at the Gosford waterfront. “The NSW Government…
Milestone issue 120 underway
A bumper issue of this week’s Coast Community News is under development. This will be our 120th edition and as always is full of scores of the great local stories…
Mariners set for a big showdown with old boss
On the eve of the Central Coast Mariners’ Hyundai A-League Halloween blockbuster against Sydney FC, Head Coach Tony Walmsley & Roy O’Donovan spoke with media. Tony Walmsley addressed the respect…
Wamberal and Terrigal are being wiped out – Aiken
Beaches in the north of the Gosford Local Government Area are being neglected while Peninsula beaches are being taken care of, according to the secretary of Coastal Residents Incorporation, Mr…
Gosford LGA has a high level of cardiovascular disease
Research from the Heart Foundation attests that the Gosford Local Government Area has one of the highest rates of cardiovascular disease in the country. District head of cardiology, Dr Maged…
Central Coast Higher Education Summit held
Leaders from across the Central Coast’s political, business and education sectors met at Erina on Monday, October 19 to shape a new strategy for higher education engagement in the region….
Local news in your pocket ready to share even before it is printed
Readers may have noticed that we have launched a new web news service for this newspaper: coastcommunitynews.com.au It’s not just a new website, it’s a ‘mobile web app’ designed to…
Anderson to commence legal proceedings over ‘defamatory’ statements
Gosford mayor, Cr Lawrie McKinna and CEO Paul Anderson have refused to comment on claims made by Wyong councillors about the state of Gosford’s finances. Mr Anderson said he was…
IPART recommends Gosford Council amalgamates
The NSW Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) has announced that, on the basis of Gosford Council’s proposal to continue operating as a stand-alone local government, it has been rated…
Wicks defends ATO decision in Parliament
Member for Robertson, Ms Lucy Wicks has released a statement in Parliament on the revitalisation of Gosford, including claims about the 600 jobs for the Central Coast. Ms Wicks said…
Senator calls on Prime Minister to intervene over ATO site
Ms O’Neill said despite widespread community concern, member for Robertson, Ms Lucy Wicks MP, and the Liberal Government have failed to act to stop the deeply unpopular decision to build…
NSW RSL seeks to ban former members of Mangrove Mountain RSL sub-branch
Net proceeds from the sale of land formerly owned by the Mangrove Mountain sub-branch of the RSL may be given to the Gosford sub-branch along with other assets owned by…
Councils should ‘Work together’
Mr David Mehan, Member for The Entrance has called on both Gosford and Wyong Councils to focus on working together after IPART deemed Gosford and Wyong Council “not fit for…
Chris Bishop named AFL NSW/ACT State Coach of the Year
Terrigal Avoca and Black Diamond AFL representative coach, Chris Bishop has been named AFL NSW/ACT State Coach of the Year. It is the second time Bishop has claimed the award…
Amalgamation is a once in a lifetime opportunity – Aiken
A Gosford Council ratepayer has spoken out in support of the need for an independent investigation into Gosford Council’s finances at a Wyong Council meeting on October 14. Mr Pat…
Brooks calls for CCRDC to be sacked
Mr Malcolm Brooks OAM, former mayor and Liberal MP, has called for the Central Coast Regional Development Authority (CCRDC) to be sacked. “The major projects they have recommended show a…
Mariners hold annual family day
Central Coast Mariners held their Annual Family Day on Saturday, October 3 at Central Coast Stadium. The family event coincided with an intra-club match to launch Hyundai A-League Season 11….