David McClelland received the 2020 annual Kevin Faulks Award
David McClelland has been awarded the 2020 annual Kevin Faulks Award by Wyong Regional Chamber of Commerce, in recognition of his many years of service and individual contribution to the…
Out & About
Turned on its head theatre experience at The Art House
The ghost light at The Art House has officially been switched off, with the cultural hub’s first shows in seven months taking place over the weekend. Bouncing back with a…
An art experience unlike anything the Coast’s seen before
From hula hooping classes to penis making, if you’ve been to The Entrance Gallery at all this October, you’ll have noticed something’s a little different. Since the start of the…
Men’s Sheds operating with restricted numbers
While 2020 has been full of ups and downs, it was business as usual at Men’s Sheds around the Coast during National Men’s Shed Week (September 28 to October 3)….
Randa Magdi says: just give it a go
She’s known as DJ Ruby Red, but when the coronavirus put the nation into lockdown, Randa Magdi changed the track. The Hamlyn Terrace local went into lockdown in early March…
Swamp Stompers’ prelude farewell tour at The Rhythm Hut
Rock and blues band, The Swamp Stompers, will be playing one of its final Australian shows before its official farewell tour next year at The Rhythm Hut in Gosford on…
Freemasons recognised for ongoing support
Freemasons on the Central Coast has received a Community Ambassador award from the charity, Central Coast Kids in Need (CCKIN), for its ongoing support. CCKIN representative, Steve Sullivan, presented the…
Reptile Park welcomes Clover the Quokka
The Australian Reptile Park has welcomed its newest smiley resident, Clover the Quokka. Clover was transported from Caversham Wildlife Park in Perth to be part of the Park’s nation-wide captive…
Annual Aussie Backyard Bird Count is set to begin
Central Coast residents are being encouraged to take part in the annual Aussie Backyard Bird Count this month in an effort to help track and protect native birds. It is…
Down in the Garden: Home with Hibiscus
As summer returns to the Coast, so do the hibiscus! We have a bit of a love affair with this tropical looking blossom as any balmy evening walk through our…
Book Review – Anxious People
Author: Fredrik Backman – Publisher: Penguin – The very beginning of this book states, “This story is about a lot of things, but mostly about idiots.” I know what an…
Live at the Drive In to be a new musical experience
Live music will return to the Coast in a totally innovative way, when Central Coast Council presents Live at the Drive In. Happening on November 1, Live at the Drive…
Bookshop is sold to staff member
A local bookshop at Umina has been sold to one of its workers. Book Bazaar owner Ms Mandi McIntosh has sold the Umina Beach store to staff member Ms Julie…
The North excels at Central Coast Volunteer Awards
Volunteers from across the Coast were recognised for their outstanding contribution to their communities at a special virtual ceremony for the 2020 NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards. One of…
Animal Rescuers Recognised
The Central Coast Animal Care Facility has been selected as a finalist in this year’s nation-wide Jetpets Companion Animal Rescue Awards for Outstanding Animal Shelter and Innovation in Rescue.
Book Review -The Lying Life of Adults
Author: Elena Ferrante – Publisher: Europa – This is a coming of age story about Giovanna, a twelve-year-old girl growing up in Naples, the good part of Naples. She lives…
Wednesday Bicycle ride
The Central Coast Bicycle User Group plans to hold a Gosford-Woy Woy “coffee cruise” this Wednesday, October 7. The 25km ride is scheduled to start on the shared path at…
‘My favourite part of the day’
Spring is the season for babies at the Australian Reptile Park with park keepers starting up their daily pre-school feeding session for the newest joeys. The animals currently in attendance…
Bird themed Bouddi art show took off
Local artists and exhibitors brought birds to life at The Bouddi Society’s art show held at Wagstaffe over the long weekend. The 30 artists were asked to present a piece…
CWA branch makes 11 plum puddings
The Umina Beach branch of the Country Women’s Association has made 11 plum puddings for Christmas at Mary Mac’s Place in Woy Woy. Branch publicity officer Ms Margaret Key said…