Big swing to Labor on the Coast as the nation votes for change
Australia has voted for change in the 2022 Federal Election, most vividly reflected in a swing of over 6 per cent against the Scott Morrison led LNP Coalition government and…
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Funding boost for Northlakes army cadets
The 236 Army Cadet Unit in Northlakes will be better equipped after securing a $2,000 grant in the April round of the GreaterCentralCoast Community Funding Program. Commanding officer, Richard Douglas,…
Frankie Valli show coming to Wyong
A Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons tribute show is coming direct from Las Vegas to The Art House in Wyong, as part of the musical revue’s Australian tour. The…
Discovered program back to help young singers and songwriters
Central Coast Council’s Discovered program is back for 10th series, with young locals now invited to showcase their singing and song writing talents. For over a decade, the Discovered vocal…
Calling for big ideas to stage showcase events
Central Coast Council is calling for Expressions of Interest (EOI) from prospective event management organisations, individuals and local businesses interested in delivering events and initiatives aimed at reconnecting communities across…
Customer loyalty helps business through pandemic
Tracey Herft and Kylie Bright had chalked up 28 years between them working together at a hair care salon and retailer so when the owner decided to retire and shut-up…
Changes to traffic rules on Sparks Rd at Warnervale
There are changed overnight traffic conditions on Sparks Road at Warnervale to carry out road resurfacing work. Work will be carried out from 8pm to 4am from Sunday to Friday…
Helping disadvantaged youth ‘get back in the game’
A NSW government program aiming to connect disadvantaged youth with education, training and employment is set to be expanded to the Central Coast. Minister for Education and Early Learning, Sarah…
Confronting play brings the audience to their feet
A confronting play about the culture of sexual violence in Australia was held at Avoca Beach Theatre on Tuesday evening May 17 and the assembled audience jumped to their feet,…
Libraries closed for maintenance
Toukley, Tuggerah, Kincumber, Lake Haven and Bateau Bay libraries are undergoing maintenance and improvement works and will be closed at various times in May and June. Toukley Library is closed until…
Artists of the Coast book launched
Central Coast artist Glenn Hambleton officially launched his book Artists of the Central Coast in Their Own Words on Saturday, May 14 at The Entrance Gallery. The hardcover coffee table…
New plans to scale back Nareen Gardens revamp
Uniting NSW ACT has revealed new plans for its controversial redevelopment of Nareen Gardens retirement village at Bateau Bay which have been scaled back by 20 percent following community resistance….
Green Grid Plan shows Council needs to acquire open space
Council owns 35 per cent of land zoned for public open space – leaving 65 per cent for “future acquisition”.
Catholic school staff to walk off job on May 27
Around 1,000 teachers and support staff at the region’s Catholic schools are expected to walk off the job on Friday, May 27, as they join action throughout NSW and the…
Celebrating 60 years of worship at St Luke’s
St Luke’s Anglican Parish of Toukley/Budgewoi will hold a gala fair in the church grounds on May 21 to celebrate its 60th anniversary. The following day, on Sunday, May 22,…
Never too old for a spin on a Harley
Residents at Lakehaven Court had a ride of their life recently when they were treated to a spin around town on a Harley. Lifestyle Co-ordinator, Dianne Buettner, said some residents…
Sightings increase as Coast gears up for first whale census
Whale watchers will be on high alert in coming weeks with sightings off the Coast picking up as the annual migration from Antarctica to warmer northern waters continues and the…
New directory lists disabled access beaches
Avoca and Toowoon Bay beaches feature on a new beach access directory, launched this week by Accessible Beaches Australia. The new site, developed in partnership with Deloitte, is the first…
Semi-final heartbreak and pride for Mariners
Central Coast Mariners went down 3-1 in their semi-final away to Adelaide United on Sunday, to crash out of the A-League finals. In a statement on social media, the club…
Wins for Kariong, Avoca and Warnervale
The Central Coast Rugby match of the day on May 14 saw Kariong beat the Ourimbah Razorbacks 50-26 in a high-scoring game. In a match moved to Tuggerah with Kariong…