# central coast (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover central coast. Page: Feed: --- ## [Northern Rivers Mum the founder behind clothing brand Dear Darcy](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/21/northern-rivers-mum-the-founder-behind-clothing-brand-dear-darcy/) _2026-08-21 · Isobel Gallagher · NBN News_ Juggling life as a mum, work in a hospital, AND running a kids clothing business… one Northern Rivers mum is doing it all. ‘Dear Darcy’ is inspired by her children Darcy and Mylie… and the messaging she wants to instill in them. ## [Daily Weathershot](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/21/daily-weathershot-138/) _2026-08-21 · Lauren Kempe · NBN News_ ## [Tamworth Thunderbolts to face Moss Vale in Waratah League decider](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/21/tamworth-thunderbolts-to-face-moss-vale-in-waratah-league-decider/) _2026-08-21 · Rob Douglas · NBN News_ They haven’t dropped a game all season but that’s the last thing on the minds of the Tamworth Thunderbolts. The side takes on Moss Vale in tomorrow’s Waratah League grand final – as they chase their second title in three years. ## [Final home game of the season](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/21/final-home-game-of-the-season/) _2026-08-21 · Adam Murray · NBN News_ Newcastle’s final home game of the regular season against Manly tomorrow afternoon is set to be the biggest Old Boys Day in history. Andrew Johns admitting the club’s former players are in awe of the side’s turnaround this season. ## [Mustangs eager to bring premiership cup home to Kempsey](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/21/mustangs-eager-to-bring-premiership-cup-home-to-kempsey/) _2026-08-21 · Kendra Jewell · NBN News_ The Macleay Valley Mustangs are eager to be a step closer to bringing the Group 3 premiership cup home to Kempsey… playing the preliminary final this Sunday. But they’ll need to defeat Port Macquarie’s powerhouse side. ## [Two Knights young guns set to make NRLW debuts](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/21/two-knights-young-guns-set-to-make-nrlw-debuts/) _2026-08-21 · Montanna Clare · NBN News_ The Knights women must beat the Tigers tomorrow to keep their finals hopes alive, but there’s no shortage of motivation. Two players are set to make their NRLW debuts. ## [New NSW Farmers president hits the ground running one month on the job](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/21/new-nsw-farmers-president-hits-the-ground-running-one-month-on-the-job/) _2026-08-21 · Rob Douglas · NBN News_ There’s no slowing down the latest New South Wales Farmers president, who was out and about in Gunnedah this week. Moree farmer Rebecca Reardon says there’s a lot of improvements needed in the industry – starting with cash flow and new technology. ## [Fresh purpose for former mining buffer land](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/21/fresh-purpose-for-former-mining-buffer-land/) _2026-08-21 · Risa Utama · NBN News_ Former mining buffer land is being given a fresh purpose – as a solar farm and battery storage system today broke ground in the Upper Hunter. The project, on Muswellbrook Coal Company land, forms part of the Hunter Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone, which is also starting to take shape. ## [Sydney Kings visit Central Coast for NBL pre-season camp](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/21/sydney-kings-visit-central-coast-for-nbl-pre-season-camp/) _2026-08-21 · Alexandra Rees · NBN News_ The Sydney Kings will call the Central Coast home for the next few days, as part of an NBL pre-season camp. With the intention to spread the word of basketball, they are excited for the quest of another championship. ## [Cessnock Council finds $16m in budget savings after failed SRV bid](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/21/cessnock-council-finds-16m-in-budget-savings-after-failed-srv-bid/) _2026-08-21 · Gabriella Warner · NBN News_ Cessnock Council’s new General Manager is wasting no time, axing $16 million from the city’s budget. Natalia Cowley finding the savings in less than three weeks, after a special rate variation bid was knocked back by IPART. ## [Browse ThreatCrush Modules (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/rL8DarKseRxn) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Install community-built security modules to extend real-time threat intelligence and monitoring ## [Saturday’s result to decide who advances to grand final](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/20/saturdays-result-to-decide-who-advances-to-grand-final/) _2026-08-20 · Adam Murray · NBN News_ Central has extended its deal with coach Lucas Miller on the eve of week two of the NEWRL finals. The Butcher Boys clash with the Pickers in Saturday’s qualifying final. ## [Daily Weathershot](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/20/daily-weathershot-137/) _2026-08-20 · Lauren Kempe · NBN News_ ## [What inspired a record-breaking free diver to first try it](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/20/what-inspired-a-record-breaking-free-diver-to-first-try-it/) _2026-08-20 · Daneie Geddes · NBN News_ It’s enough to make anyone nervous – taking a deep breath, and plunging underwater for hundreds of metres. The Newcastle mother in tonight’s Your Story has made her way into record books, doing just that – having only picked up the sport of free-diving four years ago. ## [Knights receive boost for final home game](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/20/knights-receive-boost-for-final-home-game/) _2026-08-20 · Montanna Clare · NBN News_ It’s one of the biggest days on the Knights’ calendar and two of Newcastle’s biggest stars will be back for Old Boys day. It’s a welcome boost for the side… who are feeling the niggles of a long season. ## [Avoca Boardriders crowned back to back champions of Pacific Highway Cup](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/20/avoca-boardriders-crowned-back-to-back-champions-of-pacific-highway-cup/) _2026-08-20 · Alexandra Rees · NBN News_ Avoca Boardriders are celebrating back-to-back Pacific Highway Cup championship wins, after the event at the weekend. The talented team of six went up against competitive teams from across the state. ## [Firearms buyback scheme hangs over NSW farmers](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/20/firearms-buyback-scheme-hangs-over-nsw-farmers/) _2026-08-20 · Rob Douglas · NBN News_ Despite the action and fun at AgQuip, there’s a black cloud hanging over the heads of regional residents. The debate over the gun buyback scheme rages on – with both sides of politics butting heads over the controversial plan. ## [REZ worker’s camp planned for Upper Hunter](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/20/rez-workers-camp-planned-for-upper-hunter/) _2026-08-20 · Risa Utama · NBN News_ An Upper Hunter couple has described renewable energy zone worker’s accommodation – proposed for a neighbouring property – as too close for comfort. They say their plans for a quiet retirement, are now at risk. ## [Copacabana Public school misses out on key pedestrian upgrades](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/20/copacabana-public-school-misses-out-on-key-pedestrian-upgrades/) _2026-08-20 · Alexandra Rees · NBN News_ After a hard-fought community campaign at Copacabana Public School, funding for pedestrian safety has not been allocated by the State Government. Its a disappointing blow, with a number of other projects on the Coast falling short for upgrades. ## [Open water enrichment being explored for CCWS dolphins](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/20/open-water-enrichment-being-explored-for-ccws-dolphins/) _2026-08-20 · Britt Ramsey · NBN News_ A plan to give Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary’s three dolphins supervised time in open water is being explored. The proposal is still in its infancy, with welfare assessments, environmental checks and regulatory approvals all needed before it can happen. ## [Ask the crowd: AI or not (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/RjTX9YiNXbQQ) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Get a transparent verdict from verified humans via web, RSS, or API. ## [Major semi final headlines Group 2 round](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/20/major-semi-final-headlines-group-2-round/) _2026-08-20 · Britt Ramsey · NBN News_ The stakes are high as teams enter the second round of the Group 2 rugby league semi finals, with an elimination and grand final spot on the line. Sawtell host Woolgoolga after a week off, while Coffs is riding a wave of momentum heading into Saturday.