All clear as Boiled Water Alert lifted
Central Coast Council lifted its Boil Water Alert on 3pm on Wednesday, February 5, after new testing results taken from Terrigal Reservoir system confirmed that there was no E. coli…
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John’s battle to maintain Turpentine St park
Wyoming resident John Gordon is embroiled in a battle with Central Coast Council over the ongoing maintenance of a strip of Council-owned land in Turpentine St. He says Council created…
Man dies at Terrigal Beach
A man died at Terrigal Beach on Wednesday, February 5. At about 8.20am, emergency services were called to the Beach following reports a man had been pulled from the water…
Teen found unconscious in water
A teenager was found unconscious in the water at Shelly Beach on Tuesday, February 4. At around 11.30am, a Westpac Rescue Helicopter was tasked by NSW Ambulance to Shelly Beach…
Urgent: These suburbs need to boil their water
If you’re in these nine suburbs you need to boil your water until council says otherwise.
Gosford Library’s future debated – but few can watch it unfold
Room for six extra people only and technical limitations mean no Livestream.
Gosford Bowling Club centenarian hangs out with ‘youngsters’
For thirty years Joyce Corbett has played bowls at Gosford. Now the future is glum.
Serious fall from skateboard results in head injuries
A teenager sustained substantial head injuries from a serious downhill fall in a skateboarding accident at Kariong on Sunday morning, February 2. The skateboarder was not wearing a helmet, prompting…
World’s favourite board game makes its mark on Central Coast
Fancy buying the Australian Reptile Park, the Wyong Milk Factory or adding the Crowne Plaza Terrigal to your hotel portfolio? You might be able to soon, thanks to MONOPOLY: Central…
Search for Reg the dredge is over
The search for “Reg” the dredge is over. Reg has been found safe and well enjoying the waters in Swan Bay, Lake Macquarie. Back in July 2024, Tuggerah Lakes Care…
Home Guarantee Scheme helps hundreds of Coasties
More than 1,800 people on the Central Coast have been helped into their own home thanks to the Federal Government’s expanded Home Guarantee Scheme. Member for Robertson, Dr Gordon Reid,…
PFAS detected in water
As part of its overall water security and environmental management, Central Coast Council proactively tests its water catchments and estuaries to ensure water quality is safe for community use. As…
Reid meets with police to discuss crime rate
Following a rise in local crime affecting beachside suburbs in the region, Federal Member for Robertson, Dr Gordon Reid, has met with police to convey the concerns of the community…
Nominate a community-minded senior
Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch is encouraging people in her electorate to recognise an outstanding older person in the community by nominating them for the 2025 NSW Seniors Festival Local…
Celebrating our unsung heroes
The 2025 Australia Day Honours List has once again highlighted the remarkable talent, dedication and service of individuals across the nation. Here on the Central Coast, seven outstanding locals have…
Gosford Bowling Club closure “imminent”
Gosford Bowling Club has been given its marching orders by Central Coast Leagues Club.
Therese Doyle to stand for The Greens in Shortland
Lake Macquarie Greens have announced Therese Doyle as their candidate to contest the seat of Shortland in this year’s Federal election. She is an experienced educator and campaigner, who served…
Marine Rescue needs volunteers
A few months before the official opening of the new Marine Rescue Central Coast base at Point Clare, the volunteer unit is sending out a call for more volunteers. If…
School zones are back next week- but will you notice?
Two schools get improved safety but research shows one in four drivers admit to speeding through the 40k zone.
Thousands celebrate Australia Day
Australia Day events at Gosford and The Entrance saw more than 10,000 locals and visitors attend – enjoying the fantastic entertainment and perfect weather. The family friendly events held by…