2023 in review – July
July is in the spotlight as we continue our series on the top Central Coast news stories of 2023. Concerns over an offshore wind farm continued to grow and Yes…
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2023 in review – June
As we continue our series on the major Central Coast news stories of 2023, we look at June. The Central Coast celebrated as the Mariners won their first A-League grand…
Tackling addiction the SMART way
As the new year gets underway, Self Management and Recovery Training (SMART) is set to continue equipping the community, including on the Central Coast, with the tools they need to…
A birthday treat for Elvis
Perhaps the world’s most famous reptile, Elvis the crocodile celebrated his 58th birthday at the Australian Reptile Park on January 2. Visitors were amazed at the reptile’s strength when keepers…
2023 in review – May
As we continue our series on the major Central Coast news stories of 2023, we put a spotlight on May. Council announced it would trial a new system for the…
2023 in review – April
We take a look at April as we continue our series on the major news stories on the Central Coast in 2023. Two Central Coast MPs were announced as part…
Tuggerah Lakes police say thanks
As the new year begins, Tuggerah Lakes Police District has posted a message of thanks on its Facebook page to the Central Coast community for its ongoing support of local…
The worst year for mosquitoes ever?
The Central Coast has been experiencing an unprecedented surge in mosquito populations this summer, with some residents describing it as the “worst year ever,” particularly around Tuggerah Lakes and Brisbane…
2023 in review – March
We continue our series on the biggest news stories of last year on the Central Coast – let’s look at March. It was announced that the biggest energy storage battery…
2023 in review – February
We continue our flashback series looking at the major news stories covered by CCN in 2023. Let’s look at last February. Central Coast Council was under pressure to take urgent…
2023 in review – January
As the new year begins, we thought we’d take a look back at CCN’s major news stories of 2023. Starting today, we will publish a month’s news highlights every day…
Rip demonstration day at Umina
In a critical effort to raise awareness about ocean safety, Umina Surf Life Saving Club will host a public demonstration on New Year’s Eve focused on understanding and navigating rips,…
Fuel price disparity across the region
Across the Central Coast, an intriguing pattern has emerged in fuel pricing, with a notable disparity impacting residents and businesses alike. Central to this issue is the persistent price elevation…
Busy day for Marine Rescue
A series of incidents on Brisbane Water kept Marine Rescue Central Coast busy as holiday makers took to the waterways on Wednesday, December 27. Six people, including three children, were…
Caught in a rip at Frazer Beach
A number of people were stuck in a rip at Frazer Beach in the Munmorah State Conservation Area on Wednesday evening, December 27. At about 7:50pm the Westpac Rescue Helicopter…
Cocaine washes up on Coast beaches
Seven packages, suspected to contain cocaine, have washed up on beaches between Newcastle and Sydney since late Friday night – several of them on the Central Coast. The first package…
Have your say on Clubgrants revamp
Minister for The Central Coast David Harris is encouraging the region’s residents to have their say on the State Government’s plans to overhaul the Clubgrants scheme. Harris, who is also…
Lots to do in state forests during holidays
The Central Coast’s state forests offer a plethora of activities for families who want to get out in nature over the Summer holidays and Forestry Corporation NSW has put together…
Green Point student wins prestigious John Bell scholarship
Central Coast school student Luke Johnston was one of four winners to be selected for a John Bell Scholarship. Students from across Australia auditioned for the 2023 John Bell Scholarship…
Next steps in getting rid of plastics
Members of the public are being invited to have their say on which plastic items the NSW Government should target to help minimise harm to the environment and human health….