Category: Central Coast News
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Oyster industry clambering back from devastating season
The Central Coast oyster industry is facing an uncertain future, with wild weather destroying stock and forcing some farmers to shut shop. But locals have showed their support for the struggling sector, the Entrance Lake House opening its doors for the region’s Oyster Festival.
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Locals dominate at Gosford Art Prize
The Gosford Art Prize is back in full swing and in person after two years of disruptive events. This year a local artist is in the spotlight, with Claire Tozer taking the top gong.
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Tradies donate a day to those in need
Off the clock but still on the tools, Central Coast tradies today donated their time to repair the homes of those in need. Free Trade Day making a triumphant return after two years off due to the pandemic.
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Central Coast Council’s latest plans
Two months on clean up continues from Tuggerah Lakes’ flooding. After past criticisms of emergency response on the Central Coast – council’s latest plans to tackle the issue have received bipartisan support.
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A WALK ON THE COAST TO BATTLE CANCER
Doctors are targeting preventable diseases on the Central Coast by asking residents to make small changes to their lifestyle. The Cancer Council is also encouraging locals to get moving this September – to reduce the number of cancer cases.
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Point Clare Station upgrade debate continues
The Shadow Minister for Regional Transport and Roads stopped by the Central Coast today, to hear the community’s concerns. The now infamous Point Clare Train Station… one of the biggest sticking points.
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Central Coast man flown to Royal North Shore Hospital
A man in his 60s has been flown to Royal North Shore Hospital after he fell off a roof at a property on the Central Coast.
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RAIL STRIKE LEAVES COMMUTERS HIGH AND DRY
The Central Coast was also caught up in the disruptions of the rail strike today. There was a major reduction in services – and people are still being warned to avoid non-essential travel.
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MACHINERY STOLEN FROM NEW LOCAL BUSINESS
The owner of a local pool installation business is devastated after a 2021 Posi Track Loader was stolen between Thursday 11th and Monday 15th August. Jason and his wife took out a loan to purchase the $87,000 machine and are offering a $5000 reward for its safe return. Anyone with information is urged to contact…
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CENTRAL COAST BEEKEEPERS DEVASTATED BY VARROA SPREAD
The fight to eradicate varroa mite is ramping up – with the next phase beginning on the Central Coast this week. Hundreds of bees will be euthanised in the red eradication zones, including Calga, Somersby, and Wyong. To register a beehive or colony, the DPI can be contacted on (02) 6391 3100.