Arts society honours former president
The Central Coast Art Society (CCAS) honoured the achievements of former Society president, Ms Margaret Hardy, with an afternoon tea in the Gosford Regional Gallery Foyer. Over 80 guests attended…
Out & About
10th International Highland Dancing Championships to be the biggest
Central Coast Highland Dancing Inc. are preparing for the 10th International Highland Dancing Championships, to be held at the Niagara Park Stadium, from July 29 to August 1. Central Coast…
Film & Media Stars at Kincumber High
Kincumber High School will give community members the opportunity to go ‘back to school’ to launch Education week on Saturday, July 30. The community will have the opportunity to attend…
Community to fight to save Wamberal Memorial Hall and park
The Wamberal Community Group has started a petition to save Wamberal Memorial Hall, according to group spokesperson, Mr Richard Wells. The petition was launched on July 2 to seek the…
Fashion retailer to close after 22 years
Bev Benson Fashions, one of Gosford’s most longstanding retailers, will close its doors for the last time on June 30. Retailer and former Gosford resident, Ms Bev Benson, moved to…
New Feathered Friends interactive bird show at Australian Reptile Park
Iconic birds of prey, parrots and cockatoos will be demonstrating their aerial acrobatics in a new Feathered Friends interactive bird show at the Australian Reptile Park in July. Taking place…
Changed free car parking arrangements in Gosford
According to the Central Coast Council, very low usage and the availability of other free parking in Gosford’s city centre will see the former Kibbleplex site’s commuter car park close…
Garry Purchase wins the Tony Donovan First Prize
The 2016 Reconciliation Art Show is a free exhibition featured at the Gosford Regional Gallery until July 17, in conjunction with National Reconciliation week. The NSW Fair Trading commissioner, Mr…
The Bold and The Beautiful art exhibition in Holgate
An exhibition of work by much-loved Central Coast art teacher, Zoe Fletcher, entitled The Bold and The Beautiful runs from June 1 to 28 at the new Bamboo Buddha in…
Ragtime Orchestra toentertain at Laycock Street
The New Empire Ballroom Ragtime Dance Orchestra will return to Laycock Street Theatre on Sunday June 19. The orchestra has been wowing audiences at seniors’ week concerts, jazz and music…
National medals and clasps for long serving volunteers
Five volunteer members of Marine Rescue Central Coast were acknowledged for their years of volunteer community service on Saturday, April 31. Three were presented with a National Medal for 15…
New motor sport facility at Lisarow
Central Coast residents now have access to some of the world’s best pickup trucks and American cars with the appointment of the Brian Hilton Motor Group as a Performax International…
Treehouse juggernaut to perform at Wyoming
Andy Griffiths’ and Terry Denton’s bestseller, The 52 Storey Treehouse, hits the stage at Laycock Street Community Theatre from May 12-13. The team behind the hit adaptations of The 13…
Social Justice group to present ‘must see’ movie
“Recent news events put seeking asylum back front and centre for yet another election campaign,” said Central Coast for Social Justice spokesperson, Ms Jo Merrick. “So our screening of the…
600 performers try out at X Factor auditions
Youth Arts Coordinator, Ms Sharon Aldrick said it was a huge turnout of talented Coasties all nervously excited for their opportunity to audition for the show. “Hopefuls gathered in the…
Free entertainment on first Friday monthly in Gosford
Keeping alive the ambience of March’s hit GosBlues Festival, Hotel Gosford and Central Coast Newspapers have joined forces to present a new monthly First Fridays Blues and Roots evening of…
5 Lands Walk adds further transport options
2016s 5 Lands Walk will mark the eleventh anniversary of the event and is expected to become one of the Coast’s biggest tourism events thanks to the inclusion of new…
Author of The Money Factory to share her secrets
WOW Wave Of Wisdom will host an event called The Money Factory at Breakers Country Club, Wamberal on Friday, April 29. “The event provides an opportunity for women, men, businesses…
Bird watching workshop at Eco Garden
Ms Kaye Pointer and Ms Margaret Pointer from Mangrove Mountain will share their love of birds at a family-friendly workshop to be held at the Kariong Eco Garden. The garden…
End of term drum performance
Gosford’s The Rhythm Hut student drumming spectacular kicks off on Saturday, April 9. Students have spent eight weeks perfecting their rhythm and all their efforts will culminate in this end…