THE VERY BEST OF OCTOBER...
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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.
Who’s a ‘Good Dog’!
THE NATURAL WONDERS OF THE CENTRAL COAST
HATS OFF TO THE HATTED RESTAURANTS OF THE COAST
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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.
A SUMMER OF HOLIDAY LIVING
With holiday living on the Central Coast, you’re spoilt for choice whether you’re after resort stays, boutique experiences, luxury living or the great outdoors camping and caravaning.
COAST LIVING: Mediterranean by the beach
It was a longing to be closer to the beach that had Jade Pentony scouring the coastline. Jade and her family loved North Avoca, a beachside suburb tucked away between Terrigal and Avoca, but wanted to be down on the flat closer to the water.
OUR WINTER WISHLIST FOR A STAYCATION
The Central Coast and surrounds are spoiled for choice when it comes to beautiful holiday spots – from family-friendly options to luxurious retreats.
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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.
A HAPPY-GO-WRONG LIFE EXPERIENCE becomes an award-winning theatre performance
Not all disabilities or chronic illnesses are visible but that
8 BEST DATE NIGHTS (and days)
From a candlelit dinner to a gentle cruise on our waterways, here are eight of the best ways to enjoy a date with your loved one.
WEAVING ART IN NATURE
‘Just a word of warning: this is highly addictive. Once you start weaving, you won’t want to stop,’ warns Lee Cavender while handing out tangly Bangalow Palm inflorescence to get us hooked at a workshop at Bells at Killcare.
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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.
8 BEST DATE NIGHTS (and days)
From a candlelit dinner to a gentle cruise on our waterways, here are eight of the best ways to enjoy a date with your loved one.
NEW EATERIES ON THE COAST for a summer of taste sensations
A WAVE OF NEW EATERIES HAS OPENED UP ACROSS THE COAST, SETTING THE SCENE FOR A BUZZING SUMMER OF RELAXED WATERSIDE BRUNCHES, POST-DIP FISH AND CHIPS AND BALMY NIGHTS SIPPING COCKTAILS.
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.
WILBUR, THE WOMBAT WHO LOVES ZOOMIES
Eight-month-old Wilbur the wombat is living proof of how important
A WINNING GARDEN FORMULA IN WYONG
A new garden can be as impressive as a more established one. Take this three-year-old garden, comprised mainly of natives in a bush setting,
and you have proof positive.
LOVING LOCAL: CRANGAN BAY
A sense of community, in an environment that breathes ‘nature and lifestyle’.
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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.
TALES OF TWO: Adrienne Ferreira and Rob Carlton
When Adrienne Ferreira first met Rob Carlton, at the University
A HAPPY-GO-WRONG LIFE EXPERIENCE becomes an award-winning theatre performance
Not all disabilities or chronic illnesses are visible but that
AUTHOR FIONA LLOYD on creating Jimmy Baxter
Despite being from two different worlds,
Central Coast author Fiona Lloyd
leaned into her love of rural Australia
for her debut novel.
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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.
LOVING LOCAL: Christmas Gift Guide
Thoughtful gift ideas from the best of the Central Coast to make you the hero on Christmas Day.
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.
KYAL AND KARA, keeping things local.
Kara Demmrich has worked with some of the biggest businesses
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