Op shop village hosts local band
A local band has helped lift shoppers’ spirits in Point Clare, playing out a series of 60s, 70s and 80s music at the Fairhaven Op Shop Village. Crescendo has been…
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Consider adopting a new furry friend
Families looking to bring a new furry friend home this Christmas are encouraged to ‘adopt not shop’ when making their choice. The ‘adopt not shop’ campaign comes six months after…
Down in the Garden: Merry Christmas Trees, Bushes and Flowers
The ancient tradition of bringing evergreen plants into our living areas in December was a way to celebrate life continuing during the winter months. This carried on throughout different beliefs…
Hand-made puddings delivered
The ladies of the Country Womens Association’s Umina Beach branch have sent their Christmas wishes to those in need this week with an annual donation of handmade puddings. The local…
Library closure details
All Central Coast Library Services branches will be closed from 4:30pm on December 24, 2021, resuming regular opening hours from 9:30am on January 10. Out of hours chutes will be…
Local author releases second edition of rainforest book
Tascott author and retired school teacher, Peter Fisher, has released the second edition of his book: Tales From the Rainforest: History and Heritage on the NSW Central Coast. A local…
Toys and hamper items wanted at Copa
For more than 15 years, residents of Copacabana have shown up in droves to support the Salvation Army’s Christmas appeal and give a helping hand to some “not so lucky”…
Book Review – The Sentence
Author: Louise ErdrichPublisher: Corsair Tookie is an Ojibwe woman, living in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She is a self-described “ugly woman”, inside and out who enjoyed lying. She has also just gotten…
Carols return to Kibble Park on Christmas Eve
Families have been coming to sing Carols in Kibble Park on Christmas Eve since 1961 and while last year’s event was cancelled due to COVID-19 restrictions, the carols are back…
Unique night of opera deemed a success
High notes were heard echoing across Gosford CBD on December 4 as Central Coast Stadium hosted Coast Opera Australia’s Night of Enticements in the rafters. The unique event was the…
Bouddi Foundation helps young artists shine
Two young artists on the Peninsula have received funds to help support their work thanks to the Bouddi Foundation for the Arts. Zali Kassi and Ruby Archer, both from Phegans…
Red carpet at Ettalong for teaser premiere of local film
Ettalong had a taste of Hollywood on Thursday, December 2 with the premiere of a teaser for the upcoming locally produced film, Crazy Love, at Bar Toto. The film, which…
Deck the Groves
Each year staff at Hakea Grove compete to have the most festive wing at the centre and this year the competition has been fierce. CEO of Hakea Grove Aged Care…
Air Sea crews remembered at lighthouse
Federal Member for Dobell Emma McBride presented the dedication at the Air Sea memorial service at Norah Head on December 5. McBride said “this memorial is possibly the only one…
Write to Santa to help Bravehearts
Fountaindale-based business Koala Cards has partnered with children’s charity Bravehearts to bring back the wonder and excitement of Christmas for children with its Send a Card to Santa campaign. After…
Her Cave craft group to hold community market
Her Cave Inc – a women’s group in the same vein of The Mens Shed, offering local women a place to meet like-minded people, form friendships and make arts and…
Business is booming for Shano
International Day of People with Disability was held on December 3 to celebrate the success of all people living with disability, and to recognise the life-changing achievements made every day….
Down in the Garden: Gardening with La Niña
It’s going to be a long-wet summer due to La Niña moving in on us. For gardeners it means an adjustment to the way you have been planning, planting, and…
The price is right for Beverly
A recent fundraising campaign by the Pearl Beach Progress Association has raised $2,000 to help pay for the upkeep and operations of the Memorial Hall. Publicity Officer Lynne Lillico said…
Joice is 102 and bright as a button
Vera Joice Tee (Nash) celebrated her 102nd birthday on December 7 at her home in Umina Beach with a small gathering of family and friends. Joice, as she prefers to…