11 February 2026

Trump’s dystopian plans: How will it affect Australia?

There is little doubt that Australians have no desire to become a vassal of Donald Trump’s would-be suzerain empire. Yet our government continues to pay billions in tribute to Trump’s imperialistic cravings under the guise of the AUKUS agreement.

11 February 2026

The end of sanity

During my childhood, the world was facing the prospect of nuclear war. In October 1962 U.S. spy planes spotted the construction of nuclear facilities in Cuba. Some years earlier, before that event, the discussion of a nuclear attack was often raised in our home – it was the early days of the Cold War. Yet NUKES are now back, with a cascade of consequences for global security.

11 February 2026

Decisive action on illegal e-bikes

Illegal e-bikes will be seized and crushed to stop the use of high-powered and doctored bikes that perform more like motorbikes than bicycles.

11 February 2026

Call out to change a child’s life

Central Coast residents are being urged to change a child’s life and become a foster carer, with the State Government launching a local foster carer recruitment drive.

11 February 2026

Dive into the 2026 Lakes Festival

Central Coast Council is inviting local businesses to take part in the much‑loved Lakes Festival, returning from 6-15 November 2026. The 10‑day celebration shines a spotlight on the Coast’s iconic waterways and colourful coastal communities, offering residents and visitors the chance to experience the natural beauty and cultural richness of the region.

11 February 2026

Riding to support East Gosford Public School

Local Wyoming father, Ken Dobbie, will ride the Great Ocean Road to support Gosford East Public School and its plans to construct a new outdoor shelter for its school community.

11 February 2026

Stair construction begins at Blue Lagoon Reserve

Member for The Entrance David Mehan has welcomed the commencement of works, which will see access stairs returned to Blue Lagoon Reserve, Bateau Bay.

11 February 2026

8 years of return and earn

The popular NSW container deposit scheme, Return and Earn, is celebrating eight successful years of recycling, refunding and keeping litter out of the environment.

11 February 2026

Crackdown on unfair trading practices

The Federal Government is launching a nationwide crackdown on unfair trading practices including hidden transaction fees and subscription traps, releasing draft legislation today that would ban these practices across the economy.

11 February 2026

Disabled surfers putting smiles on dials

Central Coast Disabled Surfers Association (DSACC) will hold a “Smiles on Dials” event at Umina Beach on Saturday, March 7th.

4 February 2026

The rise of American fascism

With the rise of Trumpian-fascism in America, the international rules-based order has become a thing of the past,  but in Australia we have a government that still pretends that it exists.

4 February 2026

Impacts of climate change in Australia

The towns of Ceduna, Wudinna and Cummins in South Australia set new temperature records on Monday 26 January 2026, and Victoria recorded a new statewide maximum temperature of 48.9 °C in the north-west towns of Walpeup and Hopetoun on Tuesday 27 January 2026.

4 February 2026

Wyong set to glow

Central Coast Council is pleased to announce the return of the Love Lanes Festival, taking place in Wyong on Saturday 7 February from 4-9pm. The annual event will once again activate Wyong Town Centre with a vibrant celebration of community, culture and creativity in the lead up to Valentine’s Day.

4 February 2026

Thousands turn their home-buyer dreams into reality

New data reveals that 3,370 first home buyers have found their dream hone on the Central Coast thanks to help by the State Government, saving an average of $22,008 off the cost of their first home.

4 February 2026

Refusal to sign international statement

On 20 January, Israel demolished the East Jerusalem headquarters of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), and 11 countries including UK, Canada and France have signed a joint statement condemning Israel for this action. The Australian government has declined to sign up to this international statement.

4 February 2026

Refusal to meet with councillors

"Central Coast Mayor Lawrie McKinna refused to meet with Councillors to discuss improving committee structure." said independent councillor Jane Smith.

4 February 2026

$38.3 million investment to future-proof TAFE skills

The State Government is investing $38.3 million over four years to overhaul skills training on the Central Coast, delivering modern, industry-aligned facilities across TAFE NSW Gosford, Ourimbah and Wyong.

4 February 2026

Pocketing handouts and interest rate rises

The latest update to the Australian Electoral Commission’s transparency register confirms that the major parties continue to take handouts from the same big corporations and dirty industries in exchange for access and influence.