Tag: Wyong
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NEW DARKINJUNG BOARD LOCKED IN
The Darkinjung community has chosen its new representatives in a vote at Wyong overnight. Chairperson Matthew West was reinstated for another two years. Barry Duncan will stand down as deputy, with Tina West as his replacement. Four new faces will be added to the Local Aboriginal Land Council’s board, as it seeks to close social…
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LOCAL ROUND TABLES HEAR NDIS CONCERNS
Fears of being forced into a care home were among the concerns expressed by Hunter and Central Coast residents today, at NDIS roundtables. Shadow Minister for the scheme – Bill Shorten – visited the regions, ahead of a government review.
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CENTRAL COAST FETTA & CHEDDAR CUT ABOVE THE REST
A Central Coast cheesemaker has taken on the nation’s biggest and best to come away with two champion prizes. Little Creek Cheese at Wyong has this week added to its prize haul, thanks to a goat feta and club cheddar.
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PROJECT HELPS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SURVIVORS BECOME “FEARLESS WARRIORS”
A Central Coast program is helping women break the cycle of domestic violence. The Fearless Warrior Project equipping women with the skills to empower mind and body.
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COASTIES TAKE WALK IN FIRIES’ SHOES
Our firefighters regularly put their lives on the line for us, rushing into burning buildings and facing other hazardous situations. On Tuesday, a group of Central Coast community representatives got a firsthand look at what it’s like for those on the frontline.
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EASTER BUNNY HELPERS HOP TO IT
The Easter Bunny’s helpers were hard at work on the Central Coast today. Luka Chocolates saw a last-minute rush before the fluffy courier makes his deliveries tomorrow. Around 400 people were through the doors by lunchtime, taking home everything from milk rabbits to chocolate coins.
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MAN STUCK IN CAVE AT FRAZER BEACH
Emergency and rescue crews are responding to Frazer Beach where it is alleged a person is stuck in a cave. UPDATE: The 17-year-old has been freed from the cave.
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THIRD TEEN FRONTS COURT OVER WYONG STABBING
A third teenager has been charged over a stabbing which left a Wyong shopkeeper fighting for life. 41-year-old Stephen van Meeteren was airlifted to hospital in a critical condition, following an attack at Carmichaels General Store. He is now stable. An 18-year-old man was arrested at Watanobbi in relation to the alleged robbery on Thursday.…
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ANOTHER MAN CHARGED OVER WYONG STABBING
Three people have now been charged over a brazen daylight stabbing on the Central Coast earlier this week. A third teenager has been charged after a stabbing attack on a Wyong shopkeeper on Tuesday. An 18-year-old man was arrested at a Watanobbi home on Thursday afternoon. He’ll front court today on armed robbery causing wounding/grievous…
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SERGEANT SUFFERS BROKEN NOSE IN WYONG POLICE STATION ASSAULT
A Central Coast man has been charged with assaulting a female police officer. A man in his 40s was arrested at a Halekulani home, after reports of an assault, with children seen running from the property. After a struggle, he was taken to Wyong Police Station where it’s alleged he struck a sergeant. She suffered…