Sara has written 1.2M words in 14 months
Sara Powter of Kincumber little suspected that COVID-19 lockdowns would see her emerge as a prolific novelist – but that’s just what happened. It all began with three manuscripts which…
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From lockdown to Bob Downe
Comedian Bob Downe will bring his high rolling cabaret Viva Bob Vegas! to the Laycock St Community Theatre in January. The star of cabaret, comedy, television and theatre will emerge…
Mum of four to become an All Star
Narara mother of four Aimy Myers has been cast in the Seven Two TV series, Adventure All Stars, in which she and 11 other cast members will compete in challenges…
Mandala magic
An artist has launched a solo exhibition in Woy Woy to celebrate ‘love and life’ and encourage locals to seek peace this holiday season. The free exhibition will run until…
Pearl Beach art trail has 28 stops
Twenty-eight local artisans will open their doors this weekend to showcase a wide range of art, jewellery, ceramics and handicrafts as part of the Pearl Beach Art Trail. The trail…
Clambake at Broken Bay
In an array of glitter and green, scales and snares, the Naughty Noodle Fun Haus launched its first show back after lockdown on Saturday, December 4 with its nautically inspired…
Travelling gay social night returns
The popular queer social night will be back with a bang when Naughty Noodle Fun Haus’ ‘ThursGAY’ event returns to Gosford on Thursday, December 9. June Richards The monthly travelling…
Operation Christmas Hamper an ideal winner
While the festive season is a time for many to celebrate with family and friends, others who are disadvantaged face the prospect of going without this Christmas. Factor in the…
Rotary clubs combine to donate to aged care
Local aged care organisation, BlueWave Living, was delighted to receive a donation of $1,000 thanks to a joint contribution from Rotary Clubs across the Peninsula. Clubs from Umina Beach, Woy…
Local Seniors Festival events announced
Outrigger canoeing, song and dance are just some of the local activities and events in next year’s Seniors Festival to get a financial boost from the NSW Government. The 2022…
94-year-old church sold at auction
It was the end of an era for the “little church on the hill” at Ourimbah when it sold at auction on November 13 for $927,000. The church with its…
Helping at Elsie’s and mending dinosaurs
Members of the Country Women’s Association’s Woy Woy branch have been recognised for their community efforts by a series of local organisations and individuals. Branch president, Jane Bowtell, said the…
Paul and Pamela’s paintings chosen from 200 entries
Arcare communities across Australia showcased their talent, creativity, and individual flare in Arcare’s second annual Card Art competition, with two winners from the region being selected. Arcare Glenhaven’s Paul Oon…
Christmas cheer across the Coast
As the region emerges from lockdown and the festive season approaches, Central Coast Council is determined to spread the Christmas cheer after a difficult year. Town centres across the Coast…
Stadium to host a night of operatic enticement
Coast Opera Australia has partnered with Central Coast Stadium to present A Night of Enticement Under the Stars on December 4, the first in a series of collaborations set to…
Growing Lovely Lavender
An evergreen shrub with currently 47 species and 450 varieties, what was once the humble staple of cottage gardens is an often an overlooked shrub in modern gardens today. Slow…
Hall decked in blue and white to celebrate Fay
The Wagstaffe to Killcare Community Association (WTKCA) held a garden party on November 7 to help commemorate community leader and passionate local activist, Fay Gunther, who passed away in June….
Happy trails on the Bouddi Peninsula
The Bouddi Peninsula Arts Trail is returning after COVID-19 restrictions delayed the event from its usual October Long Weekend timeslot complemented by the Bouddi Home Markets Trail and the local…
The Glen receives major NSW award
The Glen Rehabilitation Centre in Chittaway Point has been awarded the Outstanding Community Organisation Award for 2021 from Business NSW. The Centre was bestowed with the award on November 25…
Three favourites saved
The future of three local community events has been secured thanks to a generous sponsorship arrangement between Central Coast Council and Mounties Group. Mounties Group, which operates Club Wyong and…