Coast Community News

23/12/2025

BACH ON BARK: Visitors stopping for a morning brew from Arnie’s Coffee van above Maitland Bay were treated to an unexpected dose of European Christmas charm this week, courtesy of well-known local musicians Joy Park and Ian Hayden.
See the full story online -> https://coastcommunitynews.com.au/central-coast/news/2025/12/classical-christmas-surprise-among-the-bush-bach/
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22/12/2025

ARRESTED: A 20-year-old Narara man has been charged after police allegedly uncovered a violent call to action posted on social media, prompting a counter-terrorism investigation.
Full story online - https://coastcommunitynews.com.au/central-coast/news/2025/12/narara-man-charged-by-counter-terror-command/

22/12/2025

CHAIR MAN: After 39 years of service, Phil Walker has stepped aside as Chair of the Mingara Leisure Group Board of Directors. Full story online https://coastcommunitynews.com.au/central-coast/news/2025/12/phil-walker-steps-down-as-mingara-board-chair/

20/12/2025

SILENT: Central Coast surf lifesaving clubs joined the national silent vigil to honour the victims of the Bondi terrorist attack and to stand alongside their surf lifesaving colleagues who were among the first responders.

From our beaches to Bondi, the silence spoke volumes, of grief, respect, courage and unity. Surf lifesavers know what it means to run toward danger to protect others, and tonight the Coast paused to acknowledge that service, and the lives lost.

19/12/2025

WUNDERBAR: One of Umina’s best-loved food institutions, Bremen Patisserie, has entered a new chapter with second-generation baker Sean Gregory taking over after decades of ownership by founder Ron Bruns.

For locals, Bremen Patisserie is more than a bakery, it’s part of the neighbourhood rhythm.
Full story in this week's paper and online 🍰🥧🥰

19/12/2025

MOURNING TIME: Central Coast Mayor Lawrie McKinna was among civic leaders from across NSW who gathered at the Bondi Pavilion on Thursday, December 18, to show their support and solidarity for the Waverley community in the wake of the December 14 shootings.
Full story online (no paywall)
https://coastcommunitynews.com.au/central-coast/news/2025/12/mayor-joins-day-of-solidarity-at-bondi/

Central Coast Mayor Lawrie McKinna was among civic leaders from across NSW who gathered at the Bondi Pavilion on Thursday, December 18, to show their

17/12/2025

THE DEEP END: The future of Wyong Memorial Pool is limited with a plan to maintain it only until a “replacement facility becomes available in the local area”.
Central Coast councillors made the decision at their ordinary meeting on December 9 and re-affirmed that decision on December 16.
Labor councillors tried to get the decision reversed at the December 16 meeting, called specifically to deal with three rescission motions.
Read the full story in Central Coast Newspapers - in stands from today.

No Deal: the December 16 decisions re-affirmed the December 9 decisions as councillors stuck to their positions.

17/12/2025

ON-AIR: Rabbit and Julie Goodwin are set to bring their breakfast show back to Central Coast radio for one show only.
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The much-loved duo will join Greg Willmette for Coast FM’s Big Breakfast on Monday, December 22, from 7am-9am.

17/12/2025

RADIO HEADS: These enigmatic two lcoal broadcasters are back in the studio next Monday on COAST FM 963

Rabbit and Julie Goodwin are set to bring their breakfast show back to Central Coast radio for one show only. The much-loved duo will join Greg Willmette

16/12/2025

DIGGING DEEP: Bucket donations at Erina Fair showed how the community has rallied for residents affected by the fires at Koolewong.

A spokesman for the Rotary Club of North Gosford said everyone was being generous and the club was matching each donation dollar for dollar.

Four days of collections resulted in $24,000 which will result in a donation of $48,000. Full story in this week's paper and online ..

15/12/2025

WATER PARK: Vera’s Water Garden has been transformed into a zero-depth water play park, improving safety, accessibility, and reducing ongoing maintenance.

The new design features a range of interactive water elements all designed to spark movement, adventure and sensory play. Full story in this week's paper and online :)