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Who will be this year’s Gosford champion?
Nominations for the Gosford Community Champion Awards are now open. Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch said the Gosford Community Champion Awards sought to reward the quiet achievers of the Central…
Alleged stabbing
A man was taken to hospital following an assault at The Entrance on Friday, August 22. At around 2.30pm, emergency services were called to Hutton Rd following reports of a…
Walking to ensure access to sight-saving care
Joanna Hobbs from Wadalba is running and walking 100km this August for her first-ever Fred’s Big Run in honour of her daughter Matilda’s remarkable vision journey. Matilda’s life was changed…
Ask us anything forum a success
More than 50 residents attended a recent forum at Umina Beach with questions covering healthcare, aged care, the environment, and local infrastructure needs. The forum was hosted by Federal Member…
Be on the lookout for funnel-webs
Funnel-web spider breeding season has arrived early at the Australian Reptile Park with a major development – four egg sacs have already been laid at the Park’s dedicated Funnel-web Spider…
Changed conditions on Avoca Dr
There will be changed traffic conditions from August 24 on Avoca Dr and nearby streets for geotechnical investigation work to be carried out at Kincumber. Transport for NSW has engaged…
Rescue squad needs volunteers
The Central Coast Volunteer Rescue Squad is looking for new members. The not-for-profit, volunteer-run organisation provides essential emergency response services across the region, assisting with land searches, road crash rescues,…
Wamberal erosion issue continues to escalate
Wamberal Beach – or the lack of the sandy beach at Wamberal to be precise – continues to dominate the news and the stories are likely to continue for weeks…
We’re celebrating our 500th print edition
With the publication of its 500th edition on August 21, Coast Community News marks an important milestone in local journalism. The milestone is also a time to acknowledge those who…
Waiting on high-speed rail announcements
Waiting on announcements about better transport options; business chamber heard the latest on fast rail, waterbus and more.
Upgrade for Toukley boat ramp
Toukley boat ramp is set for an upgrade, following a funding allocation of $430,220 to Marine Rescue NSW through the State Government’s Boating Infrastructure for Communities Grant Program. Member for…
Model railroad group goes solar
The Gosford City Model Railroad Men’s Shed is set to take a major step towards improved energy efficiency thanks to support from the NSW Government’s Community Building Partnership program. The…
Mystery of metal tree solved
Locals have been scratching their heads (and a few conspiracy theories have blossomed) over the sudden appearance of a concrete and metal tree in Hunter Park at Avoca Beach. But…
Huge drop in teacher vacancies
Teacher vacancies in The Entrance electorate have fallen by 82%, with Member for The Entrance David Mehan crediting the State Government’s action to rebuild public education for the fall. The…
Day of Action for Palestine at The Entrance
A group of Central Coast residents will take part in a Nationwide Day of Action for Palestine on Sunday, August 24, with a local event planned for The Entrance. Glynn…
Call for more action on homelessness as new strategy is launched
Urgent government action is needed to address homelessness on the Central Coast, with local advocates warning the community is “past the point of just creating awareness”. The warning came as…
NAISDA applications open for young indigenous artists
Two indigenous developing artists from the Central Coast are encouraging other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people to apply for a unique opportunity to study dance and culture at…
Registrations open for Relay for Life
Registrations are now open for one of the Central Coast’s most inspiring community events – Mingara Relay For Life 2025, which will take place overnight from 10am on Saturday, September…
Wyong Fire and Rescue team take the honours
The Wyong team from Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is celebrating its victory in the latest round of the Regional Firefighters Championships at Forbes recently. The Wyong Fire Station team…