Locals attend Captain Flinders’ reburial in England
The renowned explorer who named local man Bungaree ‘The First Australian’ was reburied in his birth village over the weekend. In a poignant ceremony last Saturday, July 12, the remains…
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Greyhound industry inquiry “grossly inadequate”
Central Coast animal activists have slammed Member for Wyong and Minister for Gaming and Racing David Harris for not shutting down the greyhound racing industry in the light of a…
Central Coast tops state for storm damage
The Central Coast was the most active region for storm-related incidents across the state in the first half of this year, recording hundreds more incidents than any other area. From…
Men’s Shed members take up tools
A large timber cutting bandsaw for ripping timber to size, and a half sheet metal cutting guillotine are two new additions at Gosford Men’s Shed that members can’t wait to…
Federal homelessness program expands to the Coast
A program helping to break down barriers to accessing government payments and services for people experiencing homelessness has expanded to include the Central Coast. The region is one of nine…
Ruby set to turn 100
Toukley VIEW Club has celebrated the very special birthday of a very special member. Ruby Colenutt joined VIEW in 1999 and is still an active member of the Toukley club….
Outstanding year for Toukley Lions Club
Toukley Lions Club and Northlakes Leos have had another outstanding year raising more than $50,000 for a number of community causes and programs. Activities initiated by Toukley Lions Club throughout…
Drag bingo at the Fun Haus
Get ready for a night of laughter, surprises, and unforgettable entertainment at Drag Bingo on Thursday, July 18, at the Fun Haus Factory in Gosford. FunHaus Drag Bingo has quickly…
NAIDOC Week fun at Tuggerah
A community celebration at Tuggerah on July 10 was one of more than 120 community events statewide to share in $348,000 in funding to help mark NAIDOC Week. The Aboriginal…
Engineering scholarships for Coasties
Three Central Coast students are among 20 at Charles Sturt University to receive scholarships from Transgrid under a $2M program to help develop the next generation of engineers, address the…
Increased security for Mooney Cheero Hub
The Mooney Cheero community-run River Hub will receive $5,500 for security cameras under the NSW Government’s 2023 Community Building Partnership Program. The much-loved space is used by Mooney Mooney and…
Weed removal for Mangrove Creek reserve
The NSW Government has delivered $3,692 to target noxious weeds on Crown land reserves at Mangrove Creek Recreation Reserve. Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch said the money would be used…
Changed traffic conditions on M1
Motorists are advised of changed overnight traffic conditions from Tuesday, July 16, on the M1 Pacific Motorway between Somersby and Ourimbah to carry out asphalt repair work on the northbound…
Measures to speed up planning approvals may not be enough
Developers have welcomed a range of measures to help achieve the NSW Government’s commitment of 377,000 homes by mid-2029 under the National Housing Accord but say more needs to be…
Steering Marine Rescue in the right direction
Ian Morrow has been elected unopposed for a second two-year term as Unit Commander of Marine Rescue Central Coast. At the recent AGM, Deputy Unit Commander Andrew McKellar was returned…
Outstanding year for Toukley Lions
Toukley Lions Club and Northlakes Leos have donated more than $53,000 to community activities already this year. “Even during these times of economic hardship the generosity of our locals has…
Balancing growth and conservation
EDITORIAL The Central Coast faces a defining moment as it grapples with the urgent need for more housing and the community’s desire to preserve its natural landscapes. The housing shortage…
Boost for Killcare surf club
Killcare Surf Life Saving Club has received $4,000 from the Federal Government’s 2023/24 Volunteer Grants Program. Member for Robertson Gordon Reid popped by to deliver the cheque and said surf…
New outboard motors for Marine Rescue
Marine Rescue Central Coast has received a $38,000 grant from the State Government for the replacement of two outboard motors on one of their four rescue craft covering Brisbane Water…
Late for work futile excuse for speeding
A P-plate driver caught speeding on the M1 Motorway at Somersby told police she was extremely late for work. The red Hyundai sedan was noticed by Brisbane Water Highway Patrol…