Live theatre returns to Laycock St
Live theatre is returning to the Coast, with the Laycock Street Community Theatre announcing a line-up of performers for its 2021 season. Kicking off the season, The Whitlams frontman, Tim…
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Coast Opera goes from strength to strength
Coast Opera Australia (COA) has welcomed a new CEO to the team in preparation for some enticing operatic events lined up for the year. COA founder and artistic director, Angela…
New music festival set for Gosford
In May this year, the Entertainment Grounds in Gosford will play host to one of NSW’s newest regional festivals, featuring a full line up of local Aussie talent. The NEXT…
Celebrating the Coast’s women
To mark International Women’s Day on March 8, a range of events will be held across the Central Coast as part of the Central Coast Festival of Women. The annual…
Down in the Garden: Get Rid of Pests, Organically
“Help! I need an organic alternative.” This was once the cry of radical greenies and hippies, but these days most of us have realised we just don’t want to consume,…
Lots of places to go for Clean Up Australia Day
Clean up Australia Day is on Sunday, March 7, offering many locals the chance to act and help clean up our beaches and lakes, parks, bush land and streets. The…
Healthy Soils, Productive Pastures project underway
A soils and pasture project ramps up later in March when landholders are invited to get back to basics as part of a soil workshop in Dooralong. Co-ordinated by Greater…
DOWN IN THE GARDEN: HOW TO EAT FLOWERS (AND GROW THEM)
Our attraction to flowers is not frivolous or fanciful, it is a survival instinct that without, we would have probably perished. As hunters and gathers, ancient people needed to not…
Don’t miss Nina’s Show & Tell at Avoca
Macmasters Beach artist and author, Nina Angelo, is currently showcasing her artwork series, Show & Tell, at Like Minds café at Avoca Beach. The series of art follows her journey…
YIPA is calling all young performers
Director of Youth In Performing Art, Gary Jackson, is calling for performers aged 12 to 21 to audition for YIPA’s 30th-year of concerts. Auditions will start on March 8 and…
Monthly market for East Gosford
From March 20, East Gosford will host a monthly market on the third Saturday of every month on the grounds of the St Patricks Catholic Primary School. The market has…
Jemma lets it go
Coastie, Jemma Rix, stars as Elsa in the hit Broadway musical production, Frozen, which is appearing in the Capitol Theatre until May 23. Frozen is considered to be one of…
Titanic themed dinner sets sail
A titanic-themed dinner is set to sail onto the Peninsula on April 10 in a bid to raise funds for community projects. The Rotary Club of Brisbane Water will host…
Brekkie gathering at The Bays
The Bays Community Group will once again host its famous and tasty breakfast gathering at the community hall on Sunday, February 28. Bacon and egg rolls will be available between…
Music videos showcase Peninsula beaches
The Peninsula area is being showcased to the world with two new music videos featuring Umina, Patonga, and Ettalong’s beaches, streets, and landscapes. Local band eXpiral has launched its debut…
Traditional Graffiti at Troubador
Woy Woy’s Troubadour Folk Club will host its grand opening for 2021 with a live music event on Saturday, February 27. The Traditional Graffiti folk band will help celebrate the…
Woy Woy photographer takes second prize in national comp
Woy Woy resident, Brendan Abbott, has been awarded second prize in the Australia-wide aerial photography competition, SkyStock, for his image of a rare moment in nature near Avoca Beach. The…
Runners to tackle Bouddi trail
A popular trail run through Bouddi National Park is set to be held on February 27. The Bouddi Coastal Run includes a 14km and 21km looped course which begins at…
Entrepreneurs invited to Social Enterprise Launch Pad Program
Residents who have an idea for a business venture which will make a difference to our community, are invited to attend an information session for this year’s Social Enterprise Launch…
The Entrance voted number 10 tourist destination in Australia
The Entrance has ranked number 10 as one the country’s most favourite tourist destinations in the Aussie Town of the Year Awards. Now in its fourth year, the travel website…