New laws on illegal tobacco and vape sales
Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch has welcomed the State Government’s tough new laws to crack down on the sale of illicit tobacco and illegal vaping goods. The laws were introduced…
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Nominations open for Australia Day awards
Residents and businesses are being asked to throw a spotlight on individuals and groups who are making the Central Coast a better place to live by nominating them in the…
Coast students and schools excel at education awards
Two Central Coast students and an impressive school initiative involving six Central Coast schools have been acknowledged for their outstanding achievements and contributions to public education at the 2025 Public…
Intersection delays frustrating locals
The Peninsula Chamber of Commerce has expressed concern over continued delays to the Rawson Rd/Ocean Beach Rd intersection. “Whilst the Chamber is relieved that the Federal Funding has now been…
Call for councillors to help protect C2 conservation land
Coast Environmental Alliance (CEA) is set to contact every Central Coast councillor to seek a clear commitment to protect all C2 Conservation-zoned land across the region. This follows a public…
Helping pamper men doing it tough
Those holiday pamper packs and mini soaps piling up in your bottom drawer could be just the pick-me-up for someone doing in tough. Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch is asking…
Coast Shelter steps up as homelessness rises
With Homelessness Awareness Week running from August 4-10, the Central Coast’s leading frontline charity has delivered a sobering message – the need for help has never been greater, and the…
Victory for El Lago residents – but no action
Orders to repair plumbing and electrical services by August 1 have been ignored.
Rotary club seeks more members
Rotary Brisbane Water is actively seeking new members to join its ranks as the service club looks to expand its vital work throughout the Central Coast. The well-established club, which…
Search still on for remains of missing boaters 80 years back
Police are appealing for the families of five fishermen, who were lost at sea almost 80 years ago, to come forward as part of this year’s ‘Forever Loved’ Missing Persons…
Obituary for Gosford bowling club
Some times a news story doesn’t cut it: hence this is an obituary in honour of all who loved her.
Help clean up Umina Beach
A local community beach clean-up event is set to take place at Umina Beach on August 10, aiming to combat the rising litter problem that threatens marine life, local health,…
Upgrade for Tuggerah Library
Tuggerah Library will be closed on Monday, August 11, for refurbishment works co-funded by Central Coast Council and the NSW Government. From August 12-14, library services will be limited to:…
Community urged to speak up about Wamberal erosion
It’s time for a serious re-evaluation of a seawall for Wamberal, says Lamont.
Ethan is spreading kindness in the name of his grandmother Kim
A 14-year-old Central Coast student has launched a youth-led community initiative called Kim for Kindness, offering food, hygiene packs, and support to people experiencing homelessness. Inspired by his late grandmother…
Retreating from Wamberal could cost up to $1B
Council does not have the resources or power to acquire private properties at risk of coastal hazards but a State policy is being developed.
Little school with massive creative and community spirit
It may be a small school with just 34 students, but Kulnura Public School is big on creativity and community spirit. Last year, with the help and support of the…
Remedial works to begin at North Entrance surf club
Central Coast Council has confirmed that remedial works at North Entrance Surf Club to reinstate the emergency vehicle beach access are scheduled to take place in August. The works form…
From NAB to FAB: new arts centre opens in Gosford
The former site of the NAB in Mann St has officially been transformed into the new Gosford Arts Centre — a dazzling transformation of the former bank building into a…
Internal council emails say library “perfect” for reuse
If not for local historian, correspondence would not be public.