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29 April 2022
Fishing with the wrong bait
As the Federal election draws near Scott Morrison’s smirk seems to pop up every time the television is turned on, promising all and everything but never addressing his abject failure as a leader, but last Saturday he blew in and out of the Central Coast to bolster the chances of Lucy Wicks and Dobell candidate Michael Feneley crossing election finishing line in first place.
International Memorial Day
The annual Central Coast service to commemorate International Workers Memorial Day held on 28 April each year (also referred to as International Day of Mourning) was held at the Ourimbah Memorial Wall of Remembrance.
The blue tax man is after you this May
Central Coast Council and NSW Police are launching a speeding blitz this May the hope that it will encourage road users to slow down and reduce fatality crashes.
Kickstarting Baker Park masterplan
Member for Dobell said that a Labor Government will deliver a boost to sporting groups on the Central Coast by kickstarting the Baker Park Masterplan.
Not too late to register
What you need to know before you vote in Dobell and Robertson will be the core presentation by candidates at the ‘Integrity and our Future’ form this coming Sunday, 1 May at the Red Tree Theatre Tuggerah.
Workshops to support Community Grants Program applications
To support community groups or individuals build skills and confidence in applying for grant funding to deliver their worthwhile projects, events, or initiatives for the community, Council is running a series of free workshops in May and June ahead of the 2022-23 Community Grants Program opening.
Frost Reserve upgrade and 100-year celebrations
Labor candidate for Robertson Dr. Gordon Reid has announced that an Albanese Government will commit $750,000 to upgrade the Frost Reserve sporting facilities in Kincumber if it wins government on May 21. Dr Reid took part in the Davistown Progress Association 100-year anniversary celebrations on 24 April.
Commissioned artists share their talents
Four professional and two emerging local creatives have been selected to deliver innovative art works as part of Central Coast Council’s ‘Creative Art Central’ program.
26 April 2022
Free for everyone, forever… or is it?
Parkruns are free, weekly, community events all around the world. They are a positive, welcoming and inclusive experience where there is no time limit and no one finishes last – unless you run afoul of the very narrow-minded and amateurish board of trustees at the Pioneer Dairy Wetlands.
Marching lockstep with their federal counterparts
When it comes to rorting, the Perrottet Government is marching lockstep with their federal counterparts as they pork-barrel another community program, adding another rorting scandal and a new low to their favouritism list.
Integrity and our future
Central Coast for Social Justice has joined forces with Climate Future and Friends of Democracy to hold a free candidates and campaign forum on May 1 at the Red Tree Theatre.
NSW seniors awards morning tea
Member for Gosford, Liesl Tesch has presented the 2022 NSW Seniors Local Achievements Awards to nine successful applicants.
22 April 2022
Morrison sharpens the knife to slash wages
Australian workers now face cuts to their pay and conditions under a re-elected Liberal Government after it was also revealed that Scott Morrison confirmed plans to resurrect his extreme workplace laws if he wins government.
Closure of Gosford Centrelink
The Morrison Government will close Gosford Centrelink and Medicare Office and relocate staff to the ATO building on 30 May 2022, merging Gosford Centrelink and Medicare Office with the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA), labelling the new Centre the Gosford Service Centre.
Anzac Day traditions return
Preparations for Anzac Day 2022 are in full swing as the NSW Government gears up for the return of traditional commemorative services, full-scale dawn services and marches across the state.
A smoother commute for Central Coast local
Federal Member for Dobell said a Labor Government will invest $1.5 million to assist Central Coast Council to fund the fifth stage of the Tuggerawong Shared Pathway.
Funding for shared pathway
Federal Labor candidate for Robertson Dr. Gordon Reid that Labor’s roads investment in the seat of Robertson will only target Avoca Drive at Kincumber – a road that every local knows is one of the key pinch points in their daily commute - but many other roads in the electorate as well.
Jenny Dixon Beach access temporarily closed due to landslip
Council has closed the Jenny Dixon Beach access after a landslip occurred adjacent to the access point – Council barricades and warning signs have been erected.
Labor to boost mobile coverage and fibre NBN in Dobell
Federal Member for Dobell, Emma McBride has confirmed that an Albanese Labor Government will boost mobile coverage and fibre NBN access on the Central Coast so local homes and businesses have more reliable connectivity.
Protect yourself from flue this winter
Central Coast Local Health District is encouraging people to roll up their sleeves for the flu vaccine, to protect themselves and the community this winter.
19 April 2022
Hollow words and shady promises
Australia’s trust in federal politics is at an all-time low. Australians have never trusted our politicians less. Scott Morrison promised, prior to the last election, that his government would legislate to create an independent anti-corruption watchdog.
A dumping ground for hazardous waste
Greens MLC Abigail Boyd, Cath Connor, Greens candidate for Dobell and Kim Grierson, Greens candidate for Shortland, met with a diverse group of community members at Munmorah Bowling Club on Tuesday 12 April to hear their concerns about coal ash dams.
Service disruption for bulk kerbside collections
Central Coast Council and its waste collections contractor Cleanaway are temporarily pausing the bulk waste collection service until the end of May due to significant staff shortages caused by COVID-19.
Commemorating ANZAC Day on the Central Coast
In commemoration of Anzac Day, Central Coast Council is supporting events being held at several locations across the Coast.
Annual Easter visit a delight for patients
The NSW National Servicemen’s Association and Affiliates (the Nashos) have continued their much-loved Easter tradition of making sure all patients spending Easter in Gosford Hospital’s Children’s Ward received an Easter treat.
12 April 2022
Roll up! Gates have opened for the 168th Royal Easter Show
Hundreds of thousands of people will be making their way to the Sydney Showgrounds over the next two weeks, now that the gates have been flung open for the 168th Royal Easter Show.
I don't hold a hose, mate!
The Federal election has been called for Saturday 21 May and Prime Minister Scott Morrison is asking Australian’s to elect his government to another term in office. He has told the nation that they need “certainty” not the “unknown” and a government that is “tried and tested”.
University campus to contribute to Gosford educational hub
The former Mitre 10 site in the heart of Gosford will be transformed into a stand-alone campus after Newcastle University was named as the preferred partner to deliver a Gosford university campus.
A strengthened focus on regional health
In a major boost for regional NSW, Minister for Regional Health Bronnie Taylor has announced the establishment of a new Regional Health Division for NSW Health, which will encompass the Central Coast.
Explore the 'Neighbourhoods Art Trail’ through Ettalong
Ettalong will come to life this month showcasing original art produced by local artists. The ‘Neighbourhoods Art Trail’ through Ettalong incorporates four creative initiatives – Changing Faces, Aquaculture, Coasting, and Here and Now.
8 April 2022
Call an election Scott!
Now that the NSW courts have cleared Liberal-pre-selections there is no reason why Scott Morrison can’t immediately call an election. But he hasn’t – why?
Mangrove Mountain dump decision disappointing
The recent decision by the Land and Environment Court to allow court orders made in 2014 to stand allowing the dumping of waste at the former mer Mangrove Mountain golf course will contribute to the continuation to a massive environmental and public health disaster.
A partnership for regional sport
In what can only be described as a major boost to young regional NSW athletes, the Regional Academies of Sport have signed an exciting and beneficial partnership which will assist the development of close to 3000 young Academy athletes and 500 coaches across the NSW each year.
Council’s Easter school holiday program is here
Central Coast Council is delivering a jam-packed program of online and face-to-face activities and events throughout the April school holidays, giving Central Coast families plenty of ways to keep young minds entertained and bodies active over the Easter break.
Communities set to benefit from covid-19 recovery funding
Community wellbeing-focused events and initiatives will be eligible for a share of $5 million in grants, as part of the NSW Government’s $130 million COVID-19 mental health recovery package.
Local health district full of pride
Central Coast Local Health District has proudly claimed two awards at the inaugural Australian Pride in Health + Wellbeing Awards.
5 April 2022
Tuggerah-Wyong rail upgrade - a political furphy?
Both the Federal and State Governments have committed to invest $1 billion in the Tuggerah-Wyong rail upgrade, a commitment that has been hailed as good news for the region by Central Coast Council Chief Executive Officer David Farmer – but the upgrade doesn’t pass the pub test; it’s nothing more than a passing loop and will no doubt turn out to be another election furphy.
Long road to recovery
NSW Labor has called on the NSW Government to prioritise funding for flood-affected regional councils, like the Central Coast, to repair their local roads network.
Honey, I shrank the groceries
In economics, shrinkflation, also known as the grocery shrink ray, deflation or package downsizing, is the process of items shrinking in size or quantity, or even sometimes reformulating or reducing quality, while their prices remain the same or increase.
Morrison’s climate change bonfire
The Senate has again disallowed Angus Taylor’s dodgy efforts to circumvent the Parliament and undermine the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA).
Financial relief for flood-affected oyster farmers
The NSW Opposition has called on the NSW Minister for Agriculture needed to act immediately to provide some financial relief for oyster farmers affected by the recent flooding events in NSW.
1 April 2022
A ‘spakfilla’ budget to buy votes
A trillion dollars in debt with nothing to show for it, and short-term political opportunism that doesn’t go beyond the end of May, the Morrison Government’s budget is nothing short of a ‘spakfilla’ plan to buy votes.
Free reign for officious one-man rule
In the aftermath of Commissioner McCulloch’s findings, community advocate Gary Blaschke delivers his post-mortem on Council’s financial fiasco.
Create an exciting hospitality business
at the iconic Terrigal Haven
Council is inviting experienced business owners and hospitality experts to create an exciting new hospitality and entertainment experience located on the foreshore of the iconic Terrigal Haven.
Passionate local author publishes play
Local writer and queer theatre-maker, Joshua Maxwell is delivering a first for the Central Coast with his recent play, Very Happy Children with Bright and Wonderful Futures, as it is set to be published nationally in hard copy by PlayLab.
New school bus for NG Central School
NG Central School in Kariong has received $25,000 following their successful application to the 2021 Community Building Partnership program. The funding will be used to purchase a bus to transport students to and from NG Central School from all over the coast.
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