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 &…
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Planning starts for 2023 Harvest Festival
Central Coast Council is seeking expressions of interest from local businesses, community groups, and organisations to become an event partner of the 2023 Harvest Festival. Council Director Community and Recreation…
Start building a career at apprenticeship and jobs expo
About 100 industry experts from a range of interesting fields will be taking part in the Central Coast Apprenticeship, Traineeship and Jobs Expo at Mingara Recreation Club, Tumbi Umbi, on…
Eastern Osprey chicks hatch on stadium tower top
Central Coast Stadium management can confirm that there are three Eastern Osprey chicks in the nest of the osprey couple who have set up a home on the top of…
A most charitable birthday
August 1 is traditionally the birthday of all horses in the southern hemisphere (January 1 for northern hemisphere horses) – it was a little extra special for the horses under…
Coastlink celebrates new recreation centre at Berkeley Vale
Coastlink has opened a new Berkeley Vale Hub to operate day activities for people living with disability. Also, in coming months Coastlink will be putting the finishing touches on a…
Citizen science at work in Mannering Park
A citizen science day to investigate the impacts of power stations thermal pollution on seagrass in Lake Macquarie will be held at Mannering Park on Saturday, August 6. This is…
Money for flagpoles and running gear
Terrigal Trotters and Gosford Pre-School have received a financial boost from Central Coast Council under the Community Support Grants Program. The Trotters will be able to expand their equipment hire…
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…
Jazz and Swing days are back
Live jazz and swing sessions are back at the Central Coast Leagues Club (CCLC) after a pandemic induced hiatus. The CCLC Jazzleague has been a local music institution for almost…
Musical concert for charity
Two popular NSW bands will join musical forces this Sunday, July 31, for a combined charity concert at The Entrance Rugby Leagues Club. The Tuggerah Lakes Showband and the Newcastle…
Club trading hours to extend for major sporting events
Central Coast pubs and clubs are set to receive a significant boost as trading hours extend for upcoming major sports events, including the FIFA World Cup soccer finals, ICC Men’s…
Highland dancing festival flings back to the coast
The sound of bagpipes, the swinging of kilts and the best of Highland dancing are back on the Central Coast as the International Highland Dancing Festival of Australia kicks off…
Get ready to rock at Laycock
Central Coast residents are invited to rock out at the Laycock Street Community Theatre as the production of School of Rock The Musical hits the stage on July 29, showcasing…
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…
Puppy carer program comes to the coast
Seeing Eye Dogs is calling on all Central Coast dog lovers to attend its information session on July 22, as it seeks to find local volunteers who want to become…
Bastille day celebrated locally
Local francophiles celebrated France’s national day, Bastille Day in style last week at Tommy’s Cafe on Gosford waterfront. The day celebrates the revolution that started all revolutions in France more…
Local art to shine in August Art Month
Two Central Coast creatives are bringing local art, interactive workshops, and artistically inspired events to Gosford’s Kibble Park, transforming the space into a lively art and music hub for the…
Walk for mental health at Wagstaffe
A walk to highlight the difficulties that arise from mental health misdiagnoses and failed medical interventions will be held on the Bouddi Peninsula on Sunday, July 24 from Wagstaffe to…
Coastal Twist Festival returns in September
The much-anticipated Annual Coastal Twist LGBTIQA+ Arts and Culture Festival is set to return in September after a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19. There will be surprises, vibrancy and fun…