Rainbow Youth Dance a huge success
The region’s third and largest Rainbow Youth Dance was held on April 21 with almost 100 LGBT teens aged 13-17 attending from across 47 suburbs. Designed by the teens themselves…
Out & About
Jane Barnes Band starts NSW tour in Wyong
The Jane Barnes Band got its start as a family project when lockdown began in 2020 and the Barneses wanted to reach out to people who were struggling with isolation…
Gripping new play at The Launch Pad
Jopuka Productions has opened a new theatre work, The Boys on the Bus, at The Launch Pad, Tuggerah, with sessions continuing until April 30. Written by multi-award-winning playwright Jamie Hornsby,…
Broadway Diva heads to Avoca
Theatre Travels and Olivia Ruggiero Productions will present their critically acclaimed one woman cabaret, Broadway Diva, at Avoca Beach Theatre on Saturday, May 13, before it heads to the Edinburgh…
Dancing in the shadows of Motown
A dynamic all-singing all-dancing show at The Art House will present the sound of young America and the soul of modern music in Dancing in the Shadows of Motown. The…
Search for Brand New country music talent
Coast Community Broadcasters, trading as TodaysCountry94one is looking for entrants in its annual Brand New Star competition. Entry is open to solo performers, duos and trios aged 15-25. The community…
100th koala born at reptile park
The Australian Reptile Park is celebrating the birth of the 100th koala at the Park, with tiny flutters coming from the pouch of mumma koala Ash. The new arrival is…
New painting class at Ettalong Beach
Artist Shane Kilby will run a new painting course at Bay Gallery, home of Art Studios Co-operative, beginning on May 2. Kilby will lead the class in painting surroundings from…
Minnie Marks to play on Mountain
Fresh from performing at Byron Bay Bluesfest, multi-instrumentalist, singer and songwriter Minnie Marks will play a rare Central Coast show on Sunday, April 30, at the historic Mangrove Mountain Hall….
Oyster Festival returns this November
After a three year absence due to COVID-19, the Brisbane Water Oyster Festival is set to return to Woy Woy Lions Park on Sunday, November 12, with applications now open…
Some Wicked Things at the Sunken Monkey
Fresh from a win at the AHA NSW’s Rockin’ the Puburbs 2023 pub band comp, Sydney rock outfit Wicked Things will perform at The Sunken Monkey Hotel at Erina on…
New free book on how to master life
At the age of 75 and following a varied career which included 29 years as a school PE teacher and 24 years in resort management, Bob (The Boss) Lloyd has…
Salute to the ANZACS returns to Gosford
Coast Opera Australia will present its annual Salute to the ANZACS performance and family concert at Industree Group Stadium in Gosford on April 25 from 5pm. It will be Coast…
Sydney Dance Company show an unmissable triple-bill
The renowned Sydney Dance Company returns to The Art House in May with Ascent – a triple bill of both Australian and international choreographers. The three pieces are unique and…
Eagles tribute comes to Art House
The Internationally Acclaimed Australian Eagles Show will bring its Dark Desert Highway Tour to The Art House at Wyong on Saturday, April 29. The show features David Thompson and Michael…
Words on the Waves writer’s festival waxing up some excitement
The Words on the Waves Writers’ Festival for 2023 is waxing down its boards with a flurry of announcements ahead of the big event to be held from May 29…
Entries open for Ephemera exhibition
Entries close on May 19 for the Ephemera exhibition to be held in conjunction with this year’s 5 Lands Walk. The exhibition is open to individual artists, artist collaborations, community…
Something for everyone at Harvest Festival
Residents and visitors will be able to celebrate the Central Coast’s spectacular hinterland communities and choose their own adventure at this year’s Harvest Festival over the June 10-11 weekend. Central…
Swing into night of smooth jazz at The Art House
The legendary Vince Jones accompanied by his dynamic 17-piece big band and special guest Nina Ferro will grace The Art House stage with smooth and melodic jazz sounds for one…
5 Lands Walk returns with expanded program
Now in its 16th year, the 5 Lands Walk Winter Festival is set to return from June 10 to July 2, offering fun, engagement and unique insights for the community…