Review of short-term rentals – public submissions sought
The Coast’s State Labor MPs are urging residents to have their say on a discussion paper set to inform a comprehensive review of Short-Term Rental Accommodation (STRA) in the region….
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SES urges app update as severe weather warnings increase
With storm season in full swing the NSW State Emergency Service is urging everyone to update their Hazards Near Me app. The app already sends emergency warnings and advice for…
Rockfall at Terrigal Boardwalk
An area at the eastern end of Terrigal Boardwalk has been fenced off following a rockfall. Central Coast Council was notified on Friday, February 16, of a minor rockfall which…
PM opens up on tax cuts, PEP 11, and his recent engagement
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was on the Central Coast for the second time in as many weeks on Friday, February 16, as he inspected the new Lake Haven Urgent Care…
Traffic changes at Kariong Hill
Motorists are advised of changed overnight traffic conditions on the Central Coast Hwy, between the Brisbane Water Dr Interchange at Point Clare and the West Gosford Lookout at Kariong Hill….
Gosford man wins $680,000
A Gosford man’s glorious $680,000 Saturday Lotto surprise on February 17 was the perfect way to start the week. The Central Coast man held one of the eight division one…
Tale of two dogs who made amazing recoveries
Meet Maisy and Wally, two Central Coast dogs who are finalists and possibly in line to take out a national competition thanks to the treatment they received at the Small…
Heartwarming reunion at reptile park
In a heartwarming reunion, Albert, the tiniest koala joey ever hand-raised at the Australian Reptile Park, has been reintroduced to his real mother Elsa for the first time since being…
Lots of activities at seniors festival
The 2024 Central Coast Seniors Festival is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever. With the theme Reach Beyond, the festival will run from March 11-24, with the…
Wildlife volunteers on the endangered list
Dedicated volunteer carers helping to save precious wildlife could soon be on the endangered list themselves unless dramatic changes are made to a system some fear will no longer work…
Baker Park vandalised
Baker Park at Wyong has been vandalised by fire and will be closed to the public for several months. A Central Coast Council spokesperson said Council was “extremely disappointed” by…
Terrigal Lagoon opening
In response to the recent heavy rainfall and rising water levels, Central Coast Council is set to mechanically open Terrigal Lagoon tonight, Friday, February 16, to mitigate flooding by aligning…
Praise for our firefighters
Minister for the Central Coast and Member for Wyong David Harris has paid tribute to the region’s fire stations as Fire and Rescue NSW celebrates 140 years of protecting the…
Drug ring dismantled: 12 charged
Police have charged 12 men following an investigation into an alleged drug supply network being run out of a licensed premises on the Central Coast. Strike Force Tatiara was established…
Mobile disruptions ahead during Telstra upgrade
Telstra is set to upgrade its mobile base station in Wamberal Reservoir by adding additional infrastructure to bring a better 4G user experience and preparation for 5G to the community….
Mardi gras float set to rise and shine
It’s all rhinestones, glue guns and dance moves this week as the Coastal Twist Festival team puts the finishing touches to its float for this year’s Sydney Gay and Lesbian…
New community board for Wetlands Pioneer Dairy
A new community board has been appointed to one of the region’s most important Crown land environmental and community assets, the Central Coast Wetlands – Pioneer Dairy. Crown Lands in…
The power of love locally
Editorial This Valentine’s Day week, let’s celebrate the expansive power of love, not just in its romantic form, but as a fundamental force that enriches the Central Coast Community. A…
Man dies after Peats Ridge crash
A man has died following a four-vehicle crash at Peats Ridge last week. At about 10.40am on Tuesday, February 6, emergency services were called to Peats Ridge Rd, Peats Ridge,…
Adam’s remarkable love lost
Member for Terrigal Adam Crouch has paid tribute to his wife Jill, who passed away on February 13 following a 10-year battle with cancer. “Today I said goodbye to my…