Have your say on National Cultural Policy
Member for Robertson, Gordon Reid, is calling on Central Coast residents to have their say on the future of the arts and culture in Australia. The Federal Government is developing…
Culture
Chorale set to celebrate 30th anniversary in song
The Central Coast Chorales is set to break the COVID sounds of silence with its 30th anniversary concert on Sunday, August 28. Celebration in Song will be presented at St…
Council accolade for its Green Grid Plan
Central Coast Council has been recognised for its Green Grid: Our Place in the 2022 Local Government Week Awards. The Central Coast Green Grid is the first of its kind…
Classic love songs at the Art House
A show featuring the power ballads and anthems of the ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘90s will play at the Wyong Art House on August 20. I Want to Know What Love…
Eisteddfod returns after two-year hiatus
The Central Coast Eisteddfod (CCE) has supported amateur performers in the region since 1974. After having to cancel the past two years due to COVID-19 restrictions, the eisteddfod returns this…
Creative writing collection on show at Parkhouse Gallery
A collection of short stories written by Central Coast residents will be showcased at Gosford’s Parkhouse Gallery from September 4-9. The collection is the result of Central Coast Writes, a…
Bringing the Love to Laycock St
Central Coast entertainer Melinda Schneider received her marriage proposal not from long-time partner, Mark Gable, but from their eight-year-old son, Sullivan. “A couple of years ago, just before COVID, Sullivan…
Major successes for local artist
It has been a very successful year for local artist Helen Mortimer, with her paintings of vintage teacups being featured at The Bay Gallery, Ettalong Beach, this month and one…
A Night of Song at Pearl Beach
The Pearl Beach Singers and Friends are set to perform A Night of Song on August 19 and 20. Spokesperson Lynne Lillico said the group was originally formed in the…
Whodunnit Clue set to open at Tuggerah
Was it Professor Plum in the dining room with the wrench or Miss Scarlet in the hall with the rope? As it celebrates its 70th year, Wyong Drama Group is…
Music fest to kick off next month
The inaugural Central Coast Music Festival is set to go live in September with an array of live music and workshops to culminate in a major concert. The festival will…
Gutsy Girls Adventure Film Festival comes to the Coast
The Gutsy Girls Adventure Film Festival shows at Avoca Beach Picture Theatre on August 12 at 7pm, featuring nine action packed, adrenaline pumping and inspiring films. The two and a…
Twist and shout your way to Laycock St
An international tribute celebrating the hits of the rock and roll stars of the ‘50s and ‘60s is set to play at Laycock St Community Theatre on August 19. With…
Fun night for dads at Erina
Treat Dad to a night of fine music on Saturday, September 3, when Eric Grothe and the Gurus play at the ILya Restaurant at Erina from 5-9pm. The rock party…
Words on the Waves writers win support for schools program
Words on the Waves Kids & Schools Program received a $48,000 funding boost thanks to the NSW Government’s Arts and Cultural Development Program this month. Moving forward the Kids &…
Reid and Tesch join hands with First Nations leaders
Henry Kendall High School invited Federal Member for Robertson, Dr Gordon Reid and Gosford MP, Liesl Tesch, to place their handprints in the Cooinda Room, alongside the handprints of well-known…
Eyes on Erina for auction of Crowle collection
World-class antiques and important pieces with an interesting history will go on auction in Erina. The items are from the collection of Sydney socialites and philanthropists William Crowle (1880-1948) and…
Last days to see Thinking Business exhibition
Thinking Business is an exhibition by the Barbara Cleveland collective that explores forms of female friendship, collaboration and artistic labour. The project takes its title from Hannah Arendt’s description of her…
Travelling North set to open at Peninsula Theatre
Woy Woy Little Theatre is set to open a three-week season of Davis Williamson’s classic play Travelling North on August 5. The play follows Frank and Frances, who find a…
House & Techno fundraiser for local preschool
Hardys Bay Community Club will be alive with the sounds of House and Techno music at month’s end as a new style fundraiser for the Pretty Beach Preschool. Organisers Matt…