Focus on speedsters during May
There will be a heightened focus on speeding in May as NSW Police and Central Coast Council roll out a collaborative road safety initiative. Two clear messages – “Every K…
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Youth Week Awards honours young Coasties
Seventeen young Coasties have been recognised in the first Central Coast Youth Week Awards. Central Coast Council Unit Manager Leisure Beach Safety and Community Facilities, Phil Cantillon, said it was…
Help in applying for Council grant funding
Central Coast Council will run a series of free grant-writing workshops in May and June ahead of the opening of the 2022-23 Community Grants Program. The information sessions and workshops…
WWII Veteran finds both peace and sadness in Palmdale ANZAC Day service
At 99 years of age, WWII Veteran and long-time Buff Point resident, Derrick Oliver, was very happy to attend an Anzac Day service again and lay a wreath after two…
Speed dating arrives on the Coast
A new group established on the Central Coast aims to help single people connect with others face to face in a safe, secure way, with speed dating events coming up…
Regional touch footie comp at Tuggerah
After a difficult 12 months for sport due to COVID-19 lockdowns and severe weather events, the NSW Touch Association (NSWTA) will run the 2022 Junior Regionals at the Central Coast…
Darkinjung vision for Dooralong School
The recent postponement of the auction of the Dooralong Public School site has been welcomed by the Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council (DLALC). While the DLALC is well-known as one…
Va Va Voom to light up stage at Tuggerah
After two years of not performing due to COVID-19 restrictions, the talented dancers and performers of Lee Academy at Tuggerah will present Va Va Voom, a spectacular dance and aerial…
Central Coast Airshow returns
After a hugely successful first show in 2021, the Central Coast Airshow returns in May for another epic event. Skies over Central Coast Airport at Warnervale will again roar into…
Rugby comp finally kicks off
After the first two rounds being postponed due to soggy ground conditions, Round Three of the Central Coast Rugby Union Competition took place on Saturday, April 23, with wins to…
New COVID measures for schools in Term Two
As Term Two begins for Central Coast schools, the NSW Government has released its latest COVID smart plan for keeping students learning face to face safe. Minister for Education and…
Restoration of Long Jetty resumes
Work will resume on April 27 to restore the landmark 107-year-old Long Jetty to its former glory. The iconic jetty, which gave its name to the entire suburb, was significantly…
New $19M hotel planned for Mingara
Mingara Leisure Group is planning to build a $19M five-storey hotel at its Tumbi Umbi site. The proposed 86-room hotel will be integrated with the existing Mingara Recreation Club at…
Wyong and Long Jetty finalists for NSW Top Tourism Town award
Wyong, Long Jetty and Woy Woy have made it to the finals in the 2022 NSW Top Tourism Town Awards. The awards were established by the NSW Tourism Industry Council…
Police want to contact this man
Lake Macquarie Police are looking to identify a man who was depicted in camera footage from the Morisset railway station. Police believe the man can assist in their inquiries regarding…
Close contacts of COVID-19 cases will not have to isolate after Friday
Close contacts of a confirmed COVID-19 case will no longer be required to isolate from 6pm on Friday, April 22, provided they comply with NSW Health guidelines. The NSW Government…
Government steps in to help council pay emergency services levy
Central Coast Council has welcomed a pledge from the State Government to step in with $43M for NSW councils to cover their contribution towards the state’s fire and emergency costs…
Improved mobile coverage for Matcham-Holgate and Wyoming
Labor has pledged to invest $1.5M to improve mobile coverage in Matcham-Holgate and Wyoming if elected to government on May 21. Member for Dobell, Emma McBride, and Shadow Minister for…
Liquor licence reprieve for hospitality businesses
Central Coast hospitality businesses will have an extra four months to pay their annual liquor licence fees. Minister for Hospitality and Racing, Kevin Anderson, said the NSW Government would offer…
New regional division a boost for Central Coast health services
Central Coast Local Health District will receive a major boost with the recent announcement of the establishment if a new Regional Health Division for NSW Health. Minister for Regional Health,…