In the Black Diamond AFL, the Wyong Lakes Magpies are still celebrating their dramatic 11-point comeback victory over the Killarney-Vale Bombers. The boys in black-and-white battled through player injuries and bizarre weather conditions yesterday to claim their third home win of the season. Club President Simon Wood says they’re quickly becoming the team to beat. Wyong-Lakes now sit sixth on the BDAFL ladder, facing Singleton next in Round 7 at Rose Point Park. (audio in parts)

For one day last year, Central Coast tradies offered to fix the homes of people in financial stress, completely free-of-charge. ‘Free Trade Day’ has since taken off…with dozens of businesses signing up for this year’s trade blitz.

One mother at the Australian Reptile Park is celebrating her special day with four new furry arrivals…Adina, the dingo, welcomed a new litter this week. Keepers set up cameras in her enclosure to monitor the birth, capturing early bonding moments between mum and pups. The babies will be completely dependent on her for the next few weeks. (no audio)

A dozen people have been charged with more than 200 offences in mass drug raids on the Central Coast. Police executed seven search warrants at homes early yesterday morning in Watanobbi, Wyong, Tumbi Umbi and Long Jetty. It’s alleged drugs, knives, knuckledusters and mobile phones were seized. Eight men and four women were arrested. Eight were refused bail and fronted court today, while the others will appear in court next week. Police established Strike Force Mahratta last November to investigate the supply of methylamphetamines in the region. (No audio)

Craft beer could now become more affordable following tax cuts announced in this week’s federal budget. Robertson MP Lucy Wicks says it’s a huge win for the region’s local brewers.

As the federal government takes steps to streamline access to medicinal cannabis, those who supply and use it say more needs to be done. Two Central Coast residents have bravely gone on the record to share their experiences in an NBN News exclusive.

Reaction to the federal budget was mixed on the Central Coast. While aged care packages and tax offsets were cause for celebration, Labor claims roads and infrastructure have been ignored.

Officers on the Central Coast went off the beat this morning, to host their second ‘Coffee with a Cop.’ The initiative, giving community members a chance to voice their concerns with local police.

Central Coast Council’s first permanent CEO has promised to meet the challenges of his new role head-on. Gary Murphy says he’ll look to bridge the gaps between Wyong and Gosford when he starts his appointment in July. (audio in parts)

The Central Coast’s politicians have wishlists of their own for tonight’s federal budget. When asked today, Member for Robertson Lucy Wicks was keeping tight lipped about her big ticket items for the region… But Labor has detailed its demands in full. Member for Dobell, Emma McBride is calling on the Turnbull Government to “invest in Gosford,” with cash for roads, hospitals and a ‘rescue package’ for Gosford TAFE. Labor is also calling for more funding to Central Coast schools. (no audio)

A boardwalk linking two of the Central Coast’s most picturesque locations has been a dream more than two decades in the making. Now, a community push has fired up, with the State Member for Terrigal now on board.

The Palm Beach ferry service to Ettalong has been cancelled until further notice, due to dangerous silt levels in the channel. The head of the Peninsula Chamber of Commerce says residents and business owners alike are feeling the effects.