More train chaos this week
Thousands of Central Coast commuters have been warned to prepare for commuter chaos this week with continued strike action expected across the rail network. While the network was running close…
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New cafe builds employability skills for young locals
A new cafe at The Entrance will provide a launching pad for young locals to move through their personal challenges and build real-world employability skills. Situated in the grounds of…
Crucial learning program on lookout for volunteers
One of The Smith Family’s most important programs, the Learning Hubs, is on the lookout for eight volunteers to help out at two of its Central Coast clubs, located in…
Centenarians (almost) celebrate 77 years of marriage
At 99 and 100 years old, Irene and Neville Keen aren’t just defying the odds, they’re making history with what it means to grow old together. Married for an incredible…
Building social connections for seniors
Eleanor Duncan Aboriginal Services in Wyong has received a $30,000 grant as part of the 2025 Connecting Seniors Grant Program which aims to reduce social isolation among older people. Under…
Discover the beauty of cacti and succulents
If you’re fascinated by the beauty of cacti and succulents, why not join the Central Coast Cactus and Succulent Club – a green thumb’s paradise. Whether you’re a seasoned grower…
Police appeal over Terrigal assault
Detectives are appealing for information following an assault at Terrigal last month. Emergency services were called to Terrigal Esplanade at about 2.05am on Saturday, January 25 following reports of an…
Valentine’s delight at Love Lanes Festival
Love will fill the air in Wyong when the Love Lanes Festival is held on Saturday, February 15. Coinciding with Valentine’s Day, this annual celebration of love, community and local…
Councillors briefed on airport masterplan
The upgrade would be enough to relocate emergency services from Charmhaven, but not enough to require CASA certification.
Terrigal trips turn up Twitcher’s Trophy
Battling wind, waves and seasickness, Robinson and a bunch of hardy souls observed 54 species of seabird off Terrigal.
Expanded school bus service for Crangan Bay
For the first time students from Crangan Bay will have access to school bus services. From February 24 existing bus services to five local schools will be adjusted and expanded…
Hundreds expected at meeting to help stem increase in crime
Hundreds of concerned residents are expected to attend a community meeting called to address the “significant increase in violent crime and armed robberies” on the Central Coast to be held…
Training session turned into real-life rescue
Three Marine Rescue Central Coast vessels, including two rescue watercrafts, participated in the NSW SES’s 5th annual Who Let the Boats Out flood rescue training event on Brisbane Water last…
Boat licence theory course returns
A training seminar to help boaters acquire the skills and knowledge they need to stay safer on local waterways is scheduled for Saturday, February 15. The certified Marine Rescue Boat…
Council’s Director of Planning advertised – calls for new focus
The role oversees urban renewal, greenfields development, estuarine and coastal management, high value ecological areas and substantial rural and food processing industries.
Gosford sandstone features in War Memorial extension
Wondabyne sandstone from Gosford Quarry will feature in the Australian Government’s $550M upgrade to the Australian War Memorial. The quarry re-opened the same face that had been used to build…
New group for parents raising children with disability
First meeting will be held at Terrigal on Tuesday, March 4.
New hand railing at Terrigal Haven
A new hand railing has been installed at Terrigal Haven to help people who require additional assistance to access the area. Central Coast Councillor Jared Wright has been working with…
New lift on its way for Copacabana surf club
Central Coast Council has restored the use of the lift at the Copacabana Surf Life Saving Club building enabling easy access to the upstairs social spaces. The internal lift had…
Council intervenes with reprieve for bowling club
Council comes to the rescue – at least in the short term – of the newly incorporated Gosford Community Bowling Club.