Lake Haven cinema temporarily closed
Metro Cinemas Lake Haven has been temporarily closed due to a water pressure issue. Metro Cinemas announced on March 4 that fire protection consultants have determined the water pressure servicing…
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Kayaker saved from Budgewoi Lake
Volunteers from Marine Rescue Tuggerah Lakes have saved a man who struggled in Budgewoi Lake for more than 40 minutes after his kayak overturned in rough conditions. Marine Rescue NSW…
Louise is Terrigal’s woman of the year
Louise Vangestel has been recognised as the 2024 Terrigal Woman of the Year for significant contributions to the community. Vangestel was instrumental in establishing the Tarragal Outrigger Canoe Club, which…
Aged care resident Barbara turned 23 on February 29
Meet the 23-year-old living at an aged care facility. Barbara Dewhurst, a beloved resident of Alino Living’s Lake Haven Court, celebrated her 23rd birthday on February 29 – although she…
Council should look to Mariners for leadership tips
Editorial The Central Coast presents a study in contrasts in a landscape where leadership can often be the difference between progress and stagnation. The Central Coast Mariners, under the stewardship…
New youth team to work with Council
Central Coast Council has announced 10 new Y4Y (Youth for Youth) Action Team members, to represent young people in the region. The 2024 Y4Y Action Team members are Anannya Bandaru,…
Funding for projects to honour our veterans
Member for Robertson Gordon Reid is encouraging Central Coast groups and organisations to apply for the Saluting Their Service (STS) Commemorative Grants Program, designed to commemorate the service and sacrifice…
Clean4Shore back out on the waterways
Clean4Shore conducted its first major clean-up of the year on February 28, ably assisted by Year 9 marine studies students from Narara Valley High School. The biggest litter problem facing…
Officeworks appeal a bonus for Smith Family
The Central Coast community has helped raise more than $8,700 for The Smith Family through a major fundraising effort run by Officeworks Tuggerah. The money will help provide essential education…
Public forum ahead of Council election
The Voices of Central Coast (VOCC) will hold a Public Forum on Wednesday, March 6, with expert speakers in the lead-up to the Council elections in September. Questions such as…
Special fundraiser at The Springs
The Springs Resort at Peats Ridge will host a very special morning tea on Tuesday, March 5, from 11am-1pm. The town hall style meeting – Coffee and tea with your…
Traffic changes on M1 at Mooney
Motorists are advised of changed overnight traffic conditions this weekend on the M1 Pacific Motorway between the Mooney Mooney southbound off-ramp and approach to the Hawkesbury River Bridge. The work,…
Rally airs grievances against Council
About 50 people representing various community groups gathered outside Central Coast Council’s Wyong chambers prior to the general meeting on February 27 to demand big planning decisions be left until…
Permaculture patch looking for more members
The Terrigal Uniting Permaculture Patch (TUPP) was set up almost 12 months ago and is looking for new members. The garden is run by volunteers and aims to use permaculture…
SES volunteers honoured for dedication
NSW State Emergency Service (SES) volunteers from the two Central Coast units – Wyong and Gosford – were recognised for their outstanding service at a special presentation on Saturday, February…
Mounties Group backs OzHarvest
Mounties Group’s Central Coast clubs have joined forces with OzHarvest, Australia’s leading food rescue organisation, to contribute to its Central Coast Food Rescue program – a crucial initiative aimed at…
Free chemical cleanouts in March
Residents can safely drop off unused, out-of-date or unwanted household chemicals laying around the home, garage or shed for free at Central Coast Council’s Chemical CleanOut events in March. The…
Humidity sees funnel-webs out and about
The Australian Reptile Park is urging the public to exercise extreme caution as a surge in rainfall and sudden warm weather sees an increase in funnel-web spider activity. The rise…
Sunset cruise turns sour
An anticipated sunset cruise to enjoy the sights of Brisbane Water took an unexpected turn on Sunday afternoon, February 25, when a Umina Beach skipper realised his seven-metre Cruisemaster had…
$40M delivered for Coast road upgrades
Central Coast Council has received $40M for the Central Coast Road Upgrades project, as the Federal Government delivers on a 2022 election commitment. Delivery of the funding package, which was…