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Sunday 23 August 2026

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Central Coast morning briefing

Tributes flow for Lily Hooper after NSW hiking tragedy

Good morning, Central Coast. A chilly 10 degrees out there today, so grab a coffee and settle in.

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10C, Overcast

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  1. Sorrow as community pays tribute to ‘shining light’ Lily Hooper after NSW hiking tragedy

    Tributes have flowed for 18-year-old Lily Hooper, remembered as an adventurous, multitalented athlete with an infectious smile, after she died in a NSW hiking tragedy.

    theguardian.com

  2. Who will deliver our high-speed rail? Bidding round

    Three of the world's leading high-speed rail manufacturers and suppliers will bid for the right to deliver the Newcastle to Sydney High Speed Rail project.

    coastcommunitynews.com.au

  3. Heavy defeat was not the only bad news for Knights

    A heavy defeat was not the only bad news for the Knights, with their home finals chances now in doubt.

    newcastleherald.com.au

  4. Gina and Matty urge blood donations

    Star 104.5's Gina and Matty broadcast live from the Bateau Bay Lifeblood Mobile Donor Centre to raise awareness about the importance of blood donations.

    coastcommunitynews.com.au

  5. Woy Woy High class of ’78 reunion

    Woy Woy High School's Year 12 class of 1978 will hold a 50-year school reunion at 6.30pm on a Saturday in November, open to former students.

    coastcommunitynews.com.au

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