Fast-tracking road repairs
The NSW Government has sped up the delivery of new funding for Central Coast Council to repair roads and transport infrastructure damaged during natural disasters. Council is among the first…
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Paddle out to support young DV victims
Central Coast surfers, surf ski riders, kayakers and swimmers are being called upon to help create The World’s Largest Ever Paddle Out in support of young survivors of domestic violence…
Toddler injured when boat trailer rolled
Tuggerah Lakes Police have commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding an accident involving a child at Blue Haven on Sunday, November 24. Emergency services were called to a home…
Two Pearl Beach champions recognised
Pearl Beach locals Lynne Lillico and Beverley Lapacek have received 2024 Gosford Community Champion Awards. The awards go to people who go above and beyond to make a positive contribution…
Child poverty on the Central Coast
New data has revealed that about 14 per cent of children on the Central Coast live in poverty. Landmark research commissioned by the NSW Council of Social Service (NCOSS) puts…
New multi-purpose vessel stationed at Tuggerah Lakes
Marine Rescue NSW has taken delivery of its eighth and final multi-purpose vessel (MPV) to enhance flood response capability across the state. The new 6m vessel, known as MR 26,…
Tony tends locks of four generations in one family
When so much bad news dominates the headlines, the story of a Long Jetty barber who cuts the hair of four generations in one family is definitely a feel-good story….
Students treated to special rescue chopper visit
Green Point Christian College students were treated to a special visit by the region’s Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service recently. The visit was all thanks to Westpac and its school landing…
Coast Shelter Christmas appeal more critical than ever
With a staggering 55 per cent increase in demand for its services in the past financial year, Coast Shelter is urging the community to rally together for its 2024 Christmas…
More EV charging stations for Coast
The Central Coast is powering up with 17 new electric vehicle (EV) charger sites, featuring 30 ports to be installed across the region. The $20M EV Destination Charging grants program…
Yarn bombing draws attention to domestic violence
The Zonta Club Central Coast has co-ordinated a Yarn Bomb installation of colourful knitted wraps on trees in Gosford to draw attention to domestic and family violence. Zonta members have…
Jet ski-free area for Ettalong Beach
New waterway restrictions are to be introduced at Ettalong Beach, creating a Paddle Craft Only Area in response to community concerns about water safety. Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch said…
El Lago residents to take legal action
Residents will be helped to apply to the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal for action to help them.
Rail strike called off at 11th hour
Central Coast commuters and rail travellers can heave a sigh of relief with the train strike planned for Friday and Saturday, November 22 and 23, cancelled at the 11th hour….
Championing Central Coast voices – CCN’s adapting for the future
EDITORIAL As your trusted news source on the Central Coast, Coast Community News (CCN) has always been dedicated to delivering accurate, reliable and meaningful stories to our readers. Today, as…
Rail strike set to cripple network on Friday and Saturday
Local rail travellers and commuters are bracing for major disruptions with the Sydney rail network set to grind to a halt from early Friday until Sunday morning November 22-24 due…
Donate a gift this Christmas
With more families than ever facing challenges to put presents under the tree, The Salvation Army, Newcastle Permanent and Greater Bank are calling on the community to spread some extra…
Council urged to reconsider toilet block demolition plan
Central Coast Councillor Corinne Lamont has called on Council staff to meet with Bateau Bay residents and Blue Lagoon Resort representatives to investigate options for repairing and upgrading a toilet…
Shearwaters wash up on Central Coast beaches again
Most years in late Spring Central Coast beaches become a resting place for hundreds of short-tailed shearwaters, or muttonbirds, which wash up exhausted and lifeless after their gruelling migration. Local…
Can the new Swansea dredge solve Central Coast issues?
Central Coast Council and the State Government are being urged to “seize a golden opportunity” to make use of the new $10M dredge being built for Lake Macquarie Council to…