14 May 2025

The dominoes keep on falling

The 2025 general election was historic, to say the least. Peter Dutton was the first opposition leader to lose his seat, and for Anthony Albanese, it was an election result that must have eclipsed even his most optimistic hopes.

14 May 2025

Delusional coal lobby can’t see the wood for the trees

Following the result of the recent Federal Election, Coal Lobby Groups, Coal Australia and Australians for Prosperity, have claimed the results as public support for continuing to coal mine.

14 May 2025

Have your say on shared pathway design

Central Coast Council is inviting the community to help shape the future of walking and cycling in Avoca Beach by providing feedback on the proposed design for a new shared pathway along Avoca Drive.

14 May 2025

Ettalong Channel dredging to begin in coming weeks

The Ettalong Channel will be dredged in coming weeks, with the arrival of the dredge vessel planned for 24 May (subject to weather) and due to take approximately four weeks to complete.

14 May 2025

Community feedback sought for road upgrade design

The State Government is building more connected communities, using feedback from the community to help develop safety and access improvements on Scenic Drive at Budgewoi.

14 May 2025

70 years young

It's not often that you see a local, family-owned business celebrate seventy years of providing an excellent product and maintaining its steadfastness to outstanding service. Hats Off Kitchens and Gillmer Kitchens is such a business.

14 May 2025

Coast refuge to support women and children fleeing violence

The State Government is continuing to build a safer New South Wales for women and children fleeing domestic violence by funding new crisis accommodation in the Central Coast.

7 May 2025

Dutton loses everything: Albanese wins the lot

It was no surprise to see Labor return to Government on Saturday night, after all, as variously reported in the Grapevine over the past few weeks, the Dutton election campaign had derailed – the inevitable train wreck that sealed the fate of a Coalition dream to MAGAify Australia.

7 May 2025

16 new police officers hit the ground

The NSW Government is proud to welcome 16 new Probationary Constables to the Central Coast, with the officers assigned to the Tuggerah Lakes and Brisbane Water Police Districts.

7 May 2025

Coastal erosion solution sought

Member for The Entrance, David Mehan, has advised that he has sought approval for residents at The Entrance North to undertake their own coastal protection works on their land, provided such works are designed and certified by a Coastal Engineer.

7 May 2025

What is the mayor trying to hide?

At the Council meeting held on 29 April 2025, Councillor Jane Smith called for greater transparency from the Mayor and CEO’s office.

7 May 2025

Local Coastie acknowledged

Local passionate music and arts worker based in Umina Beach, Louise Sawilejskij, has been awarded the Community Engagement Award at the 2025 AAM Awards by the Association of Artist Managers.

7 May 2025

State Government to fast-track new homes on Central Coast

More than 2,500 homes are set to be fast-tracked across Central Coast following a major investment in regional planning and housing initiatives from the Minns Government.

7 May 2025

Calling for artists to activate Toukley town centre

Central Coast Council are providing the opportunity for local makers and creators to submit their interest in hosting exhibitions, workshop and installations at the Gallery container in Toukley over the coming financial year.