Book Review – Early Morning Riser
Author: Katherine HeinyPublisher: 4th Estate Sometimes you just want to read a book that will help you escape for a little while. One that isn’t going to set the world…
Out & About
Mixed reactions to completion of Susan Fahey Park upgrade
Copacabana’s Susan Fahey Park has been transformed into a new and inclusive playspace, thanks to a $500,000 joint investment from the NSW Government and Central Coast Council, but not everyone…
Reptile Park voucher scheme to support kids in need
The Australian Reptile Park has introduced a Pay Discover Forward scheme to benefit Central Coast children in need and their families. Residents can “pay it forward’ by redeeming their Dine…
Date change for Coast Shelter Sleepout
With the Central Coast in lockdown until at least July 30, Coast Shelter has changed the date of its annual Sleepout to Friday, September 10. The event was originally planned…
One woman’s mission to light up Ettalong
Ettalong resident and small business owner, Shery Stewart, has recruited the Member for Gosford and Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast to champion her dream of lighting up Ettalong. When…
Patonga waterfront declared micro-plastic free
The beach at Patonga was declared microplastic free by Patonga and Pearl Beach residents who recently became citizen scientists for a day. The Community Environment Network (CEN) held a citizen…
New virtual market keeps Bouddi buzzing
A Killcare duo has transformed their lockdown blues into a new community business project aimed at supporting locals during lockdown and beyond. The Bouddi Home Markets is a community initiative…
Patonga artist shares her winning ways
The coveted annual Gosford Art Prize is now open for entries and the competition gets tougher each year so PP decided to talk to the last winner of the prize…
Additional funding for Learning for Life program
Now entering their fifth year of support, Freemasons from District 21 have recently donated another $6,000 to The Smith Family. In 2017, Central Coast Freemasons received a request for financial…
Local songwriter is writing K-Pop songs
Glenning Valley singer songwriter, Sophie Curtis, who goes by the name of ASTON, is making waves with her music, both in Australia and overseas. She says that she has been…
Jimmy is the next Bachelor
A familiar face will be popping up on TV screens across the nation starting from Wednesday, July 21, as Jimmy Nicholson is the latest man looking for love on Channel…
Emma has been dancing across the globe
Tuggerah’s Emma Macpherson has been dancing across the globe, landing gigs both here and internationally. Born and bred on the Central Coast, she said she has been training with The…
Amped | Marshall Cullen – Be Brave With Your Music – Damien Gerards Studio
I’ve made my way over to the industrial estate in West Gosford, down a side alley to an unassuming warehouse. I arranged a pre-lockdown visit to a music industry veteran…
Renowned flautist and guitarist to play at Laycock Street Theatre
Two renowned instrumentalists will celebrate the music of Italy at a Morning Melodies show at Laycock Street Community Theatre at 11am on August 11, providing COVID lockdown restrictions are lifted…
Down in the Garden: Crops in Pots
You might have limited space or be renting but still want a lush and productive edible garden. One solution to consider is growing your veggie garden in pots. Other reasons…
Book Review – Of Women and Salt
Author: Gabriela Garcia – Publisher: Flatiron Books – Of Women and Salt is about five generations of women, dating back to 1866 Cuba and ending in present day Florida. We…
Local meanderer creates more Butterfly Magic
The inspiration for the children’s book Butterfly Magic II came from meandering around the Central Coast in a walking group, according to local author Rhonda Hillyer. “When I retired in…
Entries open for Gosford Art prize
Entries are open for this year’s Gosford Art Prize, the Central Coast’s premier art awards. A recorded breaking 900 artists competed for the $25,000 prize pool in 2020 and even…
Local artist is a finalist for the Young Archibald Prize
Terrigal’s Allanah Pitcher has been nominated as a finalist for the prestigious Young Archibald Prize for her painting titled Unfiltered. The self-portrait was submitted for nomination by her mother Melanie,…
Coles customers recognised for supporting animal rescue
A local animal rescue group has recognised Coles Umina Beach for their support in providing donations to help their fosters’ needs. The Coast-based ‘Paws A Moment & Rescue’ group said…