Coast Opera Afloat
The Central Coast’s very own opera company, Coast Opera Australia, is launching a new post-pandemic program, with Opera Afloat planned for February 2021. The season will kick off with a…
Out & About
DOWN IN THE GARDEN: THE PERFECT GARDENERS CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE
One thing that wasn’t cancelled in 2020 was gardening. And those of us who already enjoy this earthy pursuit have noticed our numbers swell this year as neighbours, friends and…
Salvation Army’s Toy Appeal underway
For the 32nd year, Newcastle Permanent is joining with The Salvation Army to collect presents for kids and teenagers. “We’re calling on our people, their families and the local community…
Nikki set for virtual dance party
Central Coast local, Nikki Webster, is set to add happiness to the living rooms of kids all over Australia by hosting her live streaming event, Australia’s Biggest Trolls Dance Party,…
Mariners host fun day and Christmas Carols
Central Coast Mariners will host Carols on the Coast at Central Coast Stadium on December 20, with a day full of music, soccer, carols, and Christmas cheer. Gates will open…
Open house at Sunnylake Shores
Downsizing into an over-55s community often brings significant changes to lifestyle and budget, and just like people, they come in all different shapes and sizes. Ingenia Lifestyle Sunnylake Shores will…
Buses decorated for a good cause
The halls aren’t the only things that have been decked this festive season, with Busways Central Coast rolling out some specially decorated buses to spread holiday cheer and raise funds…
Carols on the Coast returns to Central Coast Stadium
The Central Coast Mariners will launch Carols on the Coast at Central Coast Stadium on December 20. Headlined by former Hi-5 member, Nathan Foley, and the Little Quirks, carols will…
Working with trash is treasure for Jarrad Taylor
If you want to talk trash, Lake Munmorah’s Jarrad Taylor is your man. The 18-year-old, who is on the autism spectrum, has started working as a bin puller for Cleanaway,…
Friendship leads to Archibald success
A friendship established with a customer while she was working as a door greeter at Kmart, Erina Fair, has resulted in Jennifer Scott being named a finalist for the 2020…
Down in the Garden: A Beautiful Lawn
Your gardening writer is not the biggest fan of lawns, but I do see their use and their desirability, particularly for those who have a young family, enjoy outdoor games…
Potters’ annual ceramics sale
The Central Coast Potters Society will hold its annual Christmas ceramics sale at Gosford Regional Gallery from December 4-13. The exhibition will showcase a range of handmade ceramic pottery by…
1Coast wants all residents to have a Merry Recyclable Christmas
With tonnes of wrapping paper, decorations, food, packaging, bottles and unwanted gifts thrown out at Christmas time every year, the average Australian household is estimated to increase their waste by…
Community helps firies to pull up their (fire-rated) socks
Woy Woy CWA joined with other community organisations in the region to “pull their socks up for the firies” and donate 463 cooling neckties and 400 pairs of fire-rated socks…
Refreshing Watermelon, Feta & Coriander Salad
I’m back this week with one of my favourite Summer recipes: a coriander-lover’s twist on a modern classic. Try this once and I guarantee you’ll make great use of it…
Coast Shelter gears up for Christmas
Coast Shelter will be accepting donations up until December 24 for its annual Christmas appeal. Interim CEO, Jennifer Eddy, said many donations have already started to roll in. “The generosity…
NAISDA end of year performance
NAISDA Dance College will wind up its week-long End of Year Performance on December 5, following a week of celebration held at the college’s Central Coast Campus on Darkinjung land….
Umina Beach Markets turn five
Umina Beach Markets is set to celebrate its fifth birthday this December with its monthly event held on Sunday, December 20. Since opening in December 2015 with just 60 stalls,…
Film-makers break down barriers
Umina Beach locals are breaking down the barriers of sexual liberation by creating a film about pleasure, choices, and all the sticky challenges in between. Salad Daze is a short…
Woman risks homelessness over dog dispute
They may be man’s best friend, but would you risk becoming homeless for your dog? For Lake Munmorah’s Jen Sadler, the answer is yes. The 68-year-old Lakeside Leisure Village resident…