Sister duo launches family business at Ettalong
Local sisters have returned to their family roots by joining forces to launch a new beauty and hair business in Ettalong. Amber and Brittany Antonio manage the ‘Amber Antonio Hair’…
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Developer asks for review of panel’s refusal of Ettalong mixed-use proposal
The proponent of a mixed-use development in Ettalong that was refused by the Local Planning Panel (LPP) in October has resubmitted documents to seek a review of the panel’s decision….
Opinions divided about plans for Turo Reserve
The Wagstaffe to Killcare Community Association (WTKCA) is seeking community feedback on the proposed revamp of the Turo Reserve Playspace at Pretty Beach. WTKCA said they will pass on any…
Highest fuel prices on the Coast put the pinch on Peninsula locals and businesses
Peninsula residents are feeling the pinch as petrol prices reach 14-year highs in some parts of the country. Locals once again are facing the highest pump prices on the Central…
One-day walk-in vaccination hub at Woy Woy Hospital
A walk-in vaccination hub will be open on Friday, February 18 at Woy Woy Hospital, offering Pfizer and Paediatric Pfizer doses to locals. The service is available to all eligible…
West Street bakery changes hands after 28 years
Two well-loved business owners will say goodbye to the community they have served for 28 years this Saturday, when the duo retire from running the Umina Hot Bread Kitchen. Co-owners…
Two actors to feature in ‘Housos’ episode
Two local actors have landed spots in the upcoming ‘Housos’ television series which is expected to be released in late 2022. The two actors from Ettalong and Woy Woy played…
Three Great Southern Night gigs on the Peninsula this autumn
Great Southern Nights is headed for the Peninsula again with two dates confirmed for the Naughty Noodle Fun Haus this autumn, along with a headlining gig for one local artist….
Over 600 participate in Bouddi Coastal Trail run
Hundreds of runners lined up at a wet and windy Killcare Beach on Saturday, February 5, to participate in the annual Bouddi Coastal Trail Run. A 21km, 14km and a…
Aged care provider says Nurse Practitioners are the future
Nurse practitioners are needed to help stem the “aged care GP crisis” on the Peninsula according to local aged care provider Peninsula Villages. Peninsula Villages is one of only a…
Youth community safety discussions ongoing
Representatives and leaders of local community groups and organisations met to discuss youth community safety on February 2 at Jasmine Greens in the Peninsula Recreation Precinct. State Member for Gosford…
Rotary Club celebrates birthday
The Rotary Club of Umina Beach marked its 46th birthday with a celebratory toast at Terrigal Bowling Club on February 3. The club was chartered on February 6, 1976 by…
Blackwall Rd car fire extinguished
A car fire in Woy Woy was extinguished on the morning of Friday, February 4, with the local Fire and Rescue NSW crew quick to respond. The truck from the…
Overboard boater charged with high-range PCA
A man has been charged with operating a vessel under the influence of alcohol after falling overboard and being rescued by police in Brisbane Water on February 2. At about…
Jobs not guaranteed in ambulance station relocation
The future of staff at the existing Ettalong Ambulance Station has not been confirmed by the NSW Government following the announcement that a new station will be built in the…
Local club profitable in spite of pandemic
A net profit over $1.7M was generated by Ettalong Bowling Club in 2020/21, as reported at the Club’s Annual General Meeting on January 30. CEO Tim McGavin and Chairman Gary…
Changing of the guard as community bank manager retires
Ettalong Beach’s Bendigo Community Bank has celebrated the work of its former manager, Peter McKeon, who retired this month after 12 years at the local branch. McKeon, a long-time Peninsula…
Beachfront home smashes sale price records
A Hamptons-style beachfront home in Patonga has smashed the popular suburb’s previous record by a colossal $3.77M, selling for an incredible $6.03M at auction last month. 1 Patonga Dr has…
Parents and teachers apprehensive as school returns
As the Woy Woy Peninsula’s school students returned to the classroom from February 1, parents and teachers expressed apprehension about returning to work and sending their kids back to school….
Killcare Wagstaffe Trust asks Federal Government to step up on biodiversity
Local community environment group, The Killcare Wagstaffe Trust, have sought clarification from the Federal Government over its environmental reforms, sharing their concerns about a loss of biodiversity and the impact…