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The Lost Apothecary

Author: Sarah PennerPublisher: Affirm Press Nella is an apothecary In London 1791, just as her mother was. Nella’s mother dispensed tonics, oils and elixirs to help women in all that…





Melinda goes GOLD in ode to Doris Day

Bouddi Peninsula local and singer-songwriter, Melinda Schneider, has celebrated a new milestone in her career with the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) officially certifying her album in ode to Doris…


Getting quirky

The Central Coast’s indie-folk outfit, Little Quirks have briefly returned home in the middle of their tour across Australia, America and the UK, and are meanwhile developing a new album…


Neighbourhood arts trail hits Ettalong

Ettalong will come to life this month showcasing original art produced by local artists. The “Neighbourhoods Art Trail” incorporates four creative initiatives – Changing Faces, Aquaculture, Coasting, and Here and…













Take a bow, Lauren

A local student and Ocean Beach lifesaver has been named ‘Best Conductor’ at the Loreto Normanhurst’s 50th Year of Music Festival on March 25 at the International Convention Centre (ICC)….