Maidens Brush Reserve upgrade complete
Central Coast Council has completed the upgrade of the playspace at Maidens Brush Reserve, Wyoming. An existing large octagonal swing was retained at the park. The upgrade was achieved with…
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Contributions help fund major projects
Central Coast Council’s draft Central Coast Section 7.12 Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan 2023 is now on public exhibition until Monday, May 27. The plan levies contributions from developers to fund…
Workshop to help plan for emergencies
With severe weather conditions likely to persist on the Central Coast, the NRMA and the Australian Red Cross will present a workshop on being storm-ready at Wyoming on May 14….
Pharmacists to give flu shots in aged care homes
Residents in aged care and disability homes are now eligible to have free flu and other National Immunisation Program (NIP) vaccines at the homes, administered by pharmacists. The Federal Government’s…
The Coast is saying enough is enough
EDITORIAL – On Sunday, May 5, hundreds of people are expected to take part in a Walk for Women on the Gosford waterfront calling for government action to tackle violence…
Charity golf day rescheduled
The More Pay in May Charity Golf Day has been rescheduled for May 31. Originally scheduled for May 6 at Gosford Golf Course, the event has been deferred due to…
Local woman finalist for Global Change Awards
Central Coast local Leigh Jane Woodgate of Refined Her & Inategy Business School has been selected as a 2024 Women Changing the World Award finalist. The Women Changing the World…
Golf fundraiser hits home for Coast Shelter
After successfully fundraising an outstanding $33,500 for Coast Shelter, the Central Coast Women’s Golf Association (CCWGA) has seen the real-life impact of their efforts after a visit to one of…
Knitting for war affected children
Women from Gosford-Wyoming Uniting Church, together with family members and friends have come together to help war affected children in Syria. The members recently had their fifth handover of knitted…
Uniting to save the environment
An environment presentation hosted by Coast4One Community on April 27 was a huge success, with 16 speakers from diverse environmental groups around the region addressing dozens of concerned residents. Nina…
Channel work preparing for flooding
Flood preparedness works are underway at The Entrance Channel to increase the flow of water out of the Tuggerah lakes system – Lake Munmorah, Budgewoi Lake and Tuggerah Lake. Widening…
Council defends clearing at airport
Central Coast Council has rejected claims by the Community Environment Network that it has repeatedly conducted unlawful clearing at Central Coast Airport or breached planning laws. “Council undertakes mowing, slashing…
Charity bowls day at Ettalong
Bowlers from Pearl Beach, Ettalong and visiting clubs are inviting all to a special day at Ettalong Bowling Club on Sunday, May 5, to raise funds for Guide Dogs NSW/ACT….
CEN slams plans to demolish library and former hotel site
Central Coast Council’s decision to call for tenders to demolish Gosford Library and the Broadwater Hotel, before it has even lodged a development application (DA), is another example of its…
Call for end to violence against women
In the wake of No More rallies held around Australia on April 27-29 calling for government action on violence against women, a Walk for Women will be held in Gosford…
Brooks slams proposed rate hike extension
Community activist Kevin Brooks has slammed Central Coast Council for its plan to extend the “temporary” 15 per cent rate hike approved in 2022. “The temporary special variation was granted…
Work on Pelican Park revamp begins
Construction on the long-awaited upgrade to Pelican Park at Woy Woy is set to begin this week. It will see the inclusion of elements of both nature-play and pirate-themed play…
First whales sighted off Central Coast
The first of migrating humpback whales are being sighted off the Central Coast. Marine Mammal Research Central Coast spokesperson Ronny Ling said these early whales start appearing around this time…
Joyce celebrates 100th birthday with a game of bowls
Adelene Village is thrilled to celebrate a milestone birthday for one of its most cherished residents, Joyce Corbett. On April 30, Joyce will turn 100 years old, marking a century…
Remembering workers we have lost
A service was held at Ourimbah on April 29 to reflect on those who have died in the workplace or from or an occupational illness. The annual Central Coast Service…