Central Coast morning briefing

Defib grants open, airport delays and local finals action

Morning, Central Coast! A clear 9C start to Thursday, so here is something to enjoy over your coffee.

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Sport groups urged to apply for defib grants
Community sporting organisations on the Central Coast can now apply for grants of up to $3,000 to buy potentially life-saving defibrillators through the 2026 Local Sport Defibrillator Grant Program.
centralcoastnews.net
Kurri Kurri to end near decade-long finals drought
Kurri Kurri will end its near decade-long finals drought in Newcastle Rugby League on Saturday, with the Bulldogs set for an elimination final showdown against The Entrance, the club that helped secure them a spot in the playoffs.
nbnnews.com.au
What’s behind Sydney airport’s heavy delays and near-miss incident?
Travellers flying in and out of Sydney airport have been dealing with heavy delays, with air traffic controllers short-staffed and exhausted while new recruits face a difficult aptitude test and must train in Melbourne.
theguardian.com
Anthony, stop playing the fool trying to be cool
Questions have been raised over the Prime Minister's judgment when he looks like Benny Hill, according to a Newcastle Herald opinion piece.
newcastleherald.com.au
Newcastle artist lists home with poolside mural and direct golf course access
A Newcastle artist has listed a home with a poolside mural and direct access to Merewether Golf Course.
newcastleherald.com.au

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