Boat on lake burns and sinks
Lake Macquarie Fire Boat and multiple firefighting crews were called out late on Thursday night to a boat on fire off Summerland Point. The alarm was raised at about 11pm…
Boat on lake burns and sinks
Now’s the time to adopt a dog
To celebrate International Dog Day, RSPCA NSW has waived the adoption costs for dogs and puppies until September 15 at its Somersby Behaviour and Rehabilitation Centre (BARC) facility. Until September…
Be prepared for bushfire and storm season
Central Coast Council is encouraging residents to Get Ready for bushfire and storm events, by using the month of September to be more prepared and attend a community preparedness event….
Labor candidates sign accountability pledge
Labor candidates in the September 14 election have signed an Accountability and Transparency Pledge and have challenged other candidates to do the same. Team leader Belinda Neal said accountability, transparency…
Tuggerah dance company a Sydney eisteddfod finalist
The Academy Australia, based at Tuggerah, will be one of 16 finalists to compete in the 2024 Sydney Eisteddfod Dance of Champions at 8pm on Sunday, September 8, at The…
Business leaders tackle housing crisis
Business NSW Central Coast recently hosted a highly anticipated NSW Premier’s Lunch, where the region’s housing affordability crisis took centre stage. With special guests Premier Chris Minns and Minister for…
Let’s all agree It’s Time
Made famous in 1972 by former Prime Minister Gough Whitlam, It’s Time is the mantra we need to bring forward into 2024. One of the best-known slogans in Australia’s history,…
Team Central Coast wants to go back to basics
Team Central Coast, which is fielding 15 candidates in the September 14 election, is calling for a back-to-basics approach from the newly elected Central Coast Council to enable the delivery…
Bridie performs at Avoca Beach Theatre
Seven times ARIA-winning singer, songwriter, record producer and soundtrack composer David Bridie will perform a special show on October 5 at Avoca Beach Theatre. Bridie’s career spans across his work…
Grifco expands to Somersby
Chamberlain Group, the parent company of Grifco, has expanded its national business footprint by relocating to a new purpose-built manufacturing facility at Somersby. Grifco engineers and manufactures products specifically designed…
Praise for Woy Woy under-9s soccer
The coach of Woy Woy under-9s soccer team has heaped praise on the youngsters following a sterling season. Coach Martin Dearnaley, whose son is in the team, said he was…
Newcastle University a leader in gender equity
The University of Newcastle has been recognised as a leader in addressing inequality, becoming one of the first two universities in Australia to receive a Science in Australia Gender Equity…
Coast mum walks 175km for Fred
A 54-year-old Central Coast mum walked an impressive 175km over the month of August as part of Fred’s Big Run, an annual event which raises funds for the Fred Hollows…
3G mobile phone switch-over delayed
Federal Member for Dobell Emma McBride has welcomed news that Telstra and Optus have further delayed their 3G switch-over to October 28 following community feedback. This year, Australian 3G networks…
Hidden side of greyhound racing
I am writing in response to the recent comments made in Forum by Mr Simmons and Mr DeGuara, both greyhound trainers. If all greyhounds were truly cared for around the…
Harris pitches in at Meals on Wheels
Member for Wyong David Harris Member pitched in to give volunteer driver Allan Wright a hand on National Meals on Wheels Day on August 28. Meals on Wheels Central Coast,…
Local trainers Waugh and Ryan chase Wyong Cup win
It would be a dream come true for young local trainer Sara Ryan to win the prestigious Wyong Leagues Group Cup. Ryan is one of two Wyong based trainers planning…
Marking Time for Council’s History Week
Seriously, has anything changed in 40 years? The same issues keep popping up.
Think twice when voting
Voters need to think twice about electing the former councillors who were part of the mess that led to their dismissal and replacement with an administrator. Why risk a repetition…
Halekulani book fair and fete
Halekulani Community Library at Budgewoi is inviting residents to its annual Book Fair and Fete from 9am-1pm on Saturday, October 12. To be held at Halekulani Hall in Noela Pl,…