Promise to make medicines cheaper
The Federal Government has promised to make medicines cheaper if re-elected in May, with a script to cost Australians no more than $25 under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). Described as…
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Changed traffic conditions at Doyalson
Motorists are advised of changed overnight traffic conditions next week on Doyalson Link Rd, between Blue Haven Way and the Pacific Hwy, Blue Haven, for pavement repairs and line marking….
Libs pledge to back Panthers
The LNP will deliver $544,000 to upgrade the home of the Berkeley Vale Panthers if successful at the Federal election. Liberal Candidate for Dobell Brendan Small said the Berkeley Vale…
Join the Carp to Croc fishing muster
The Central Coast community is being invited to catch the invasive European carp in local waterways during the month-long Carp to Croc fishing muster, launching on April 5 at Wyong…
Changed traffic conditions at Kanwal
Motorists are advised of changed overnight traffic conditions from this week on the Pacific Hwy for pavement repairs and line marking work near Louisiana Rd at Kanwal. The southbound and…
Changed traffic conditions Johnson Rd Tuggerah
Motorists are advised of changed traffic conditions on the Pacific Hwy for asphalt repair work near Johnson Rd, Tuggerah. A southbound lane will be closed while asphalting repairs are carried…
Dianne Greening The Entrance Senior of the Year
Local community champion Dianne Greening has been recognised as The Entrance Senior of the Year for 2025 in honour of her outstanding dedication to volunteer service. Greening has been a…
Changed traffic conditions Wyoming, Lisarow and Wadalba
Motorists are advised of changed overnight traffic conditions from next week on the Pacific Hwy for maintenance to be carried out between Wyoming and Lisarow, and at Wadalba. Only one…
Liam’s brave act in saving two lives recognised
Liam Brian of Charmhaven was just 18, when he saved the lives of two men caught in a rip off Catherine Hill Bay Beach. While it was some time ago…
Meeting Wednesday night on how to address climate change
The date of the Federal election may not have been announced yet, but Climate Future is calling the community together to discuss the biggest elephant in the room – the…
Fined over asbestos disposal
A waste operator who operated an unlicensed facility at Wyong has been fined $90,000 over asbestos waste disposal. Adam O’Brien was the sole director of Rubbish King Pty Ltd which…
Rob Carlton brings award-winning show to Fun Haus
This Friday night, March 21, Gosford’s Fun Haus Factory will present the five-star Adelaide Fringe smash hit, Willing Participant, for one night only. Starring and created by Logie-winning actor and…
Both major parties pledge Terrigal Dr upgrade
The pledging war between the major parties continued this week, with the Liberal Party promising $112.5M for a major upgrade of Terrigal Dr if elected and Labor announcing there will…
Chamber backs police on crime initiatives
The Peninsula Chamber of Commerce has reaffirmed its confidence in the NSW Police Force following recent meetings with Brisbane Water Police Commander Darryl Jobson to discuss incidences of youth crime…
New group opposes Kincumber development plan
A new community campaign to save wetlands at Kincumber has seen more than 500 people register to join via Facebook in just a few days. The Save Kincumber Wetlands campaign…
Federal election 2025: I’ll see you, and raise you
The latest polls suggest it was a good week for Labor. Or was it? The latest AFR/Freshwater poll this week indicated the ALP would win 71 seats if the election…
Central Coast commuters fed up with transport woes
EDITORIAL Another chaotic day on the Sydney rail network occurred on Friday, March 14, leaving tens of thousands of commuters delayed or stranded, exposing the fragility of the system and…
Funding to make places of worship safer
Central Coast Community Seventh-day Adventist Church (C4) in Wyong will benefit from the NSW Government’s $5M contribution to improve safety at places of worship. Announced as part of the Government’s…
Get on your bikes and ride to school
Schools and families on the Central Coast are being encouraged to take part in National Ride2School Day this Friday, March 21. The day aims to help students, teachers, parents and…
Scammers asking for Shirley Shuttle donations
If a young couple knocks on your door asking for money for Shirley Shuttle Incorporated, don’t be fooled. The charity, which is its 17th year of transporting cancer patients to…