SUMMER 23/24

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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.

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THE NATURAL WONDERS OF THE CENTRAL COAST

Perhaps it’s a reflection on the lives we lead that we are turning more and more to nature-based holidays and activities, and seeking out cultural ...
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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 ...
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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? ...
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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.

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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.

STRAIGHT FROM THE HORSE’S MOUTH – HORSE RIDING SCHOOLS AND CAMPS

It is the dream of so many children to ride a horse; to spend time with these fascinating animals and, along with other like-minded young people, discover how to interact and care for them.
COAST magazine’s specialist equestrian writer took a look at riding schools around the Central Coast and Lake Macquarie that offer individual and group lessons, as well as many that hold clinics and camps during the school holidays.

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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.

THE AWAKENING OF GOSFORD

Nestled between undulating bushland and Brisbane Water, Gosford’s untapped potential as a dynamic CBD has long been lamented. But with rejuvenations of the waterfront now underway, and buzzing bars and waterside eateries popping up, Gosford has come alive, beckoning locals and visitors of all ages to explore this emerging precinct.

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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.

SHIPWRECKS ON OUR COAST

ALTHOUGH SHIPWRECKS OCCUR ONLY RARELY THESE DAYS, THERE ARE MANY HISTORIC WRECKS ALONG THE AUSTRALIAN COASTLINE. NUMBERS RANGE FROM 8,000 TO 11,000, OF WHICH ONLY AROUND 2,000 HAVE KNOWN REGISTERED SITES. OUR LOCAL REGION HAS SOME 200 RECORDED SHIPWRECKS. WE’VE TOLD JUST SOME OF THEIR STORIES HERE.

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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.

GLITTA SUPERNOVA: The Mother of the Haus

NAUGHTY NOODLE FUN HAUS IS THE COAST’S LEADING MULTI-ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT PRODUCTION HOUSE. IT WAS CREATED WITH THE INTENTION OF IGNITING CONTEMPORARY CULTURE FOR THE REGION AND SIMULTANEOUSLY FOSTERING
TRANSFORMATION, BUILDING INCLUSION, PROMOTING DIVERSITY, AND CREATING DIALOGUE ACROSS THE REGION.

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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.

OUR PICKS FOR PERFECT PICNICS

With the milder autumn weather comes endless opportunities to spend time outdoors exploring some of the wonderful picnic spots our beautiful slice of coastline has to offer. But before you do, pick up some new picnic supplies at these top shops.

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Masthead Image R A Stanley, MacMasters Beach