
MEN’S SOCIAL GROUPS ON THE COAST
We often talk about physical fitness, but mental fitness deserves the same weighting. One of the strongest predictors of good mental health is social connection.

We often talk about physical fitness, but mental fitness deserves the same weighting. One of the strongest predictors of good mental health is social connection.

From a highway dinosaur to a century-old carousel, get to know the region’s
top landmarks and attractions this summer, writes Jennifer Ennion.

When a four-legged furry one is a close member of your family, you don’t want to always leave them at home when you’re out doing the things you love. Perhaps it’s a beach run and swim, a forest amble, a chilled-out visit to your fave café or something that’s especially you: like a horse ride with your pooch running alongside, or a SUP paddle with doggo aboard alerting you to the fish and ducks ahead.

To help celebrate Gosford Regional Gallery’s 25th anniversary, the Archibald Prize for portrait painting from the Art Gallery of NSW is coming to Gosford in November, writes Catharine Retter.

Plant wildflowers to welcome the birds, feed the local wildlife, and fall head over heels for the untamed beauty of the Central Coast, writes Linda Ross.

Newcastle will cement its place as a leading arts and cultural hub when its reimagined gallery opens in spring, writes Jennifer Ennion.

We bring you this farm gate guide, already known to Central Coast chefs-in-the know, for the best in farm fresh. It’s where you can buy produce direct from the farm or even handpick your own flowers, fruit and veggies. Not only do you get to choose your favourites but it’s also a great family day out.

Joanne Karcz discovers some of the quirky features of this fully functioning Central Coast Lighthouse.

In our last issue we explored the islands of the Hawkesbury River and Broken Bay. This time, Catharine Retter looks further north into Brisbane Water, Tuggerah Lake and Lake Macquarie.

For many, the pristine beaches and scenic headlands of the Central Coast are synonymous with relaxation, weekend getaways and fish and chips by the sea. But just beyond the horizon, something far less familiar is happening beneath the waves – a thriving local lobster fishery, writes Liz Ginis.