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Welcome to the best of the Coast where you can explore everything from beachy cafés to luxury resorts and bushland retreats. Discover its creative hubs and its inspiring people. Experience a region blessed by nature. We think you might find yourself on the Central Coast.
Eat & DrinkFeatured HATS OFF TO THE HATTED RESTAURANTS OF THE COAST
The Coast’s newfound label as a gastronomic hotspot has been cemented in the Australian Good Food Guide, which awarded five local restaurants coveted chef’s hats for 2022. Here, we explain what the fuss is all about and why you should book a table immediately.
FeaturedPeople DANCING ON DARKINJUNG LAND
Indigenous contemporary dancers have been recognised around the world for their remarkable talent. But where is a lot of that talent formally nurtured and trained? Right here on the Central Coast at NAISDA Dance College.
AUTUMN 2022Featured AND THEY CALL IT PUPPY LOVE
Tibetan spaniels are a breed of small dogs with a long history of sitting in the folds of the robes of Tibetan monks . They keep each other warm in the long hours spent meditating. Mine, instead, has taken to lying within the folds of my sofa.
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STAY
Find luxury accommodation fit for the most discerning tastes, or relaxing into the simple life. Whether you’re after the beach or the bush. Off-the-grid or relaxing close to boutiques and cafés. Resorts or glamping.
24 HOURS IN … PALM BEACH & PATONGA
The beauty of Palm Beach is that it’s only a ferry ride away from the Central Coast, making it the perfect destination for an overnighter in Sydney – without the traffic and noise.
BEACHSIDE LUXURY ESCAPES
Enjoy the stunning water views of some of the most luxurious homes, while staying close to home.
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PLAY
Find your own style of adventure: a family outing; something to stretch your imagination; or satisfy your senses. Surfing, riding, flying, out on the water, or taking a class or a course.
EASTER SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN FOR KIDS
The Easter bunny has found two particularly stunning areas to hide its eggs this April long weekend.
THE BEST DOG-FRIENDLY BEACHES
It may come as a surprise that so many of the Central Coast’s beaches are pooch friendly — a welcome change from the big smoke where it’s almost impossible to find one major beach that allows our four-legged family members to join in when the family heads to the beach.
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EAT & DRINK
Find the best restaurants and cafés to tempt your tastes. Share the dreams that motivated the tree-changer and sea-changer chefs, and dedicated Hunter valley winemakers.
HATS OFF TO THE HATTED RESTAURANTS OF THE COAST
The Coast’s newfound label as a gastronomic hotspot has been cemented in the Australian Good Food Guide, which awarded five local restaurants coveted chef’s hats for 2022. Here, we explain what the fuss is all about and why you should book a table immediately.
SAY GOODBYE TO THE ‘HANGRIES’
It seems many parents go to great lengths to make sure their kids are never hungry, providing snacks at the first sign of their being hungry, and to avoid the ‘hangries’. By doing this, are we teaching our kids that constant eating is normal?
NEWCASTLE’S BURGEONING SMALL BAR SCENE
Once a rough-and-tumble port awash with bootleggers, sailors and later a blue-collar town, Newcastle is undergoing a renaissance that extends to its burgeoning small bar scene.
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EXPLORE
Discover secluded, unspoilt beaches and popular swimming spots; breathtaking coastal walks rated among the best in the world; abundant waterways; and architecture energised by clifftop views and leafy acreages.
GONDWANA RAINFORESTS of the CENTRAL COAST
“Rainforests are earth’s oldest living ecosystems, with some surviving in their present form for at least 70 million years.” – nationalgeographic.org
24 HOURS IN … PALM BEACH & PATONGA
The beauty of Palm Beach is that it’s only a ferry ride away from the Central Coast, making it the perfect destination for an overnighter in Sydney – without the traffic and noise.
EXPLORE THE ROCK POOLS OF THE CENTRAL COAST
When you love the ocean, the joy of exploring rock pools defies age. Spying tiny crabs dart under rocks and discovering a galaxy of sea stars elicits squeals from beachcombers of every generation.
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PEOPLE
Read the interesting and inspiring stories of those who call the Central Coast home: the creators, artisan makers and producers, fresh produce growers, and achievers in sport and business.
BRYAN BROWN ON HIS FIRST BOOK, ‘SWEET JIMMY’.
Bryan Brown, better known and loved as one of Australia’s iconic film actors has just released his first book of seven crime stories. And the reviews have been unanimous in heralding his remarkable storytelling skills and the authenticity of his characters.
KYAL AND KARA, keeping things local.
Kara Demmrich has worked with some of the biggest businesses
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SHOP
The ultimate guide to Central Coast shopping — homegrown boutiques, niche stores, and super-centres — to update your wardrobe, brighten up your home, and help you feel fabulous for the season ahead.
KYAL AND KARA, keeping things local.
Kara Demmrich has worked with some of the biggest businesses
SHOPPING GUIDE: A SUMMER TO CELEBRATE
With the Central Coast soaked in sunshine and our beaches looking their best, summer is the season to celebrate life by the sea. Spoil yourself with a little (or a lot) of sand- and surf-inspired shopping.
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