Old Gosford Library to close its doors
The current Gosford Library will close its doors at noon on Saturday, August 16, as the transition into the new Gosford Regional Library, set to open on September 5, gets…
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Sub-branch celebrates 80 years
The Terrigal Wamberal RSL Sub-Branch will celebrate its 80th anniversary with a luncheon on August 8 at the Breakers Memorial Country Club Auditorium. The sub-branch was inaugurated as a member of…
Call for more commercial activation on waterfront
The Central Coast Peak Bodies Alliance has welcomed the NSW Government’s continued focus on revitalising the Gosford waterfront but expressed disappointment at the lack of commercial activation opportunities in the…
Crouch calls for trial removal of shark nets on the Coast
Member for Terrigal Adam Crouch has renewed calls for the NSW Government to commit to removing shark nets from Central Coast beaches, ahead of the release of the 2025/26 NSW…
Flooding concerns over waterfront redevelopment
Well-known Gosford businessman Graham Black has expressed grave concerns over potential flooding issues which could ensue from the redevelopment of the Gosford waterfront and says careful planning must be involved….
Four to five year wait for pothole fix angers locals
Residents of Hardy’s Bay Pde at Killcare are fed up with their pothole-ridden street and incensed that they will have a four to five year wait before any effective repairs…
Reid sworn in for second term
Member for Robertson Dr Gordon Reid has been sworn in to the 48th Parliament of Australia following the 2025 Federal Election. The swearing-in ceremony took place in the House of…
Mum and calf pop by to delight whale watchers
Whale watchers were excited on Thursday morning, July 24, when some VIP whales stopped in at Soldiers Beach and Norah Head. A mother southern right whale and her calf slowly…
Gone Fishing Day a huge success
The Central Coast’s rock fishing community turned out in strong numbers for the Gone Fishing – Rock Fishing Safety and Skills Day at Avoca Beach held on July 19 with…
Funding boost for Koorana
Koorana Child and Family Services has secured a funding boost through the Indigenous Round of Greater Bank’s Central Coast Community Funding Program, taking out the top spot thanks to strong…
Swampies do their bit for Coast Shelter
The Swampies Social Golf Club, also known as the Swampies, donated $5,000 to Coast Shelter at a special presentation at Everglades Country Club on July 8. Service Evolution Manager of…
A region that forgets its history risks losing its soul
Editorial – History is not a luxury; it’s a foundation. And this month, the Central Coast has seen just how fragile, and fiercely valued, that foundation is. When wild weather…
Improving the region’s fire response
Fire and Rescue services on the Central Coast are set to be enhanced by a $1.8M refurbishment of Umina fire station and the acquisition of a new million-dollar rescue truck,…
North Entrance Surf Club remains in limbo
North Entrance Surf Life Saving Club remains without a plan or timeline for repairs to its damaged emergency access ramp, despite being among the original calls for urgent action on…
Public toilets to open and close automatically
New technology will eliminate the need for staff to physically open and close toilet blocks every day.
Training course for boaters and jet skiiers
A training seminar to help boaters and jet ski riders acquire the skills and knowledge they need to stay safer on our waterways is scheduled for Saturday, August 2. The…
Huge effort to protect Henry Kendall Cottage
Members of Rotary Brisbane Water have stepped in to help protect one of the region’s most cherished landmarks. Volunteers from the club recently secured protective tarps to the roof of…
Free tax help for low-income workers
The Australian Tax Office (ATO) Tax Help program is geared for low-income workers who have not earned any income under an ABN. The free program is open to anyone and…
Council shortchanged by $10M
The Federal Government reduced the amount of funding it gave Central Coast Council in advance of the new financial year by $10M. While Council will likely get the $10M this…
CoastAbility scholarships announced
Local Central Coast charity CoastAbility recently held its annual Volunteers and Scholarships Awards Night, with members and volunteers receiving recognition for their contributions and the winners of multiple academic and…