Chamber backs Futures Academy
Peninsula Chamber of Commerce has congratulated Brisbane Water Secondary College after the successful launch of its Futures Academy – High Performance Athlete Program on Friday morning, June 20. “This program…
Sport
Nailbiter rugby at Walters Park
In the closest match of the Premier 1 round of the Wyong Leagues Group rugby competition on Saturday, June 21, Lake Macquarie narrowly defeated Woy Woy 25-24 at Walters Park….
Back to back wins for Nicola
High jumper Nicola Olyslagers has secured back-to-back victories on the Diamond League circuit as she builds momentum toward September’s World Athletics Championships. The Central Coast star delivered another world-class performance…
Referees in spotlight during appreciation week
Central Coast Football has announced Referee Appreciation Week, running from Monday, June 30, to Sunday, July 6. It will be a week dedicated to recognising and celebrating the vital role…
Talent scouting for promising athletes
Central Coast Academy of Sport (CCAS) hosted about 150 young athletes at Breakers Stadium, Terrigal on Tuesday, June 17, for the 2025 Indigenous Talent Identification Day. The event, proudly supported…
Dee set to run to help fight breast cancer
On September 21, Dee Johnson of Ettalong Beach will don her joggers and join fellow members of the Woy Woy Runners to take place in the inaugural Woy Woy local…
Strong finishes, big turnout at Bay to Bay running festival
More than 11,000 runners hit the roads on Sunday, June 15, for the annual Bay to Bay Running Festival, a major fixture on the Central Coast’s sporting calendar. From elite…
Calling for nominations for sporting hall of fame
Nominations are being called for entry into the Central Coast Sporting Hall of Fame. Twenty-four Coasties have previously been inducted into the elite Hall, including surfer Ross Clarke-Jones, cricketer Alan…
Terrigal remains unbeaten
Woy Woy holds its spot in the top four of the WLG Central Coast Rugby competition following a 42–9 win over Gosford/Kariong on June 14. Gosford/Kariong competed hard for 60…
Women in Waves basketball round
Central Coast Waves Basketball will be hosting a Women in Waves round on Saturday, July 12. The club is planning for the day to be a fitting celebration and acknowledgement…
Targeted schools sports day
On Wednesday, June 25, several Central Coast public high schools will come together at the Tuggerah Sporting Complex for a Targeted Sports Program (TSP) Gala Day — a celebration of…
Czes named lifesaver of the year
Czes Lawicki of North Entrance SLSC was named Lifesaver of the Year at Surf Life Saving Central Coast’s prestigious Awards of Excellence on June 7. The awards brought together all…
Emily Husband leaves the Mariners for the Matildas
After coaching the Mariners women’s team to glory in the Ninja A-League grand final, Emily Husband is set to leave the club and take up a prestigious position as full…
Picnic race day at Wyong a success
Glorious winter sunshine greeted racegoers on Sunday, June 8, as Wyong Race Club hosted its Long Weekend picnic meeting. A solid crowd turned out to enjoy a relaxed afternoon of…
Jai retains his IBF title and looks to Gosford
Three years after breaking his jaw to win the IBF cruiserweight world title, Central Coast boxer Jai Opetaia delivered a brutal reminder of his power, shattering the jaw of challenger…
Kaltak leaves the Mariners
Central Coast Mariners have confirmed the departure of centre-back Brian Kaltak. The Vanuatu international moves on after a trophy-laden three years with the club, expressing his desire to move overseas…
After 67 years, lifesaver Col Laing hangs up his Speedos
After 67 years of active patrol and keeping Central Coast beachgoers safe, Col Laing has officially hung up his Speedos, closing an extraordinary chapter in Australian surf lifesaving history. The…
Bronte wins her first race
There’s nothing quite like winning your very first race ride – and that’s exactly what 23-year-old Bronte Simpson achieved aboard the Kristen Buchanan-trained Stylebender at Muswellbrook on Friday, May 2….
Rugby comp resumes following washouts
After a two-week hiatus due to wet conditions, the Central Coast WLG rugby competition returned in full force on Saturday, May 31. In what was arguably the Premier 1 match…
Improved amenities for footballers
Wyong Leagues Club at 40 Lake Haven Dr, Kanwal, will upgrade its amenities at the football fields. The existing visiting team amenity building which includes a media room on the…