From headland to hinterland, you'll love the Central Coast

The Central Coast of New South Wales is a vibrant place to live, work and play, with a new story around every corner. Steeped in natural beauty, we've got sustainability at heart as one of Australia's first certified ECO Destinations. Fringed by 40+ beaches, shaped by valuable waterways, and hemmed with lush wilderness, we're just 90 minutes north of Sydney or south of Newcastle. Our slice of east coast paradise is home to a nationally awarded gourmet foodie scene, array of coastal, hinterland and aquatic treasures, diverse art trails, creative communities, and immersive cultural experiences.

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Spring school holiday guide on the Central Coast

The Spring School holidays are just around the corner and the Central Coast is bursting with workshops, activities and adventure. We've compiled a list of some of the things to do these holidays that will have the kids jumping for joy! Take a peek here>

Pelican Time Educational Experience The Entrance Central Coast NSW

There is a brand NEW Eco-friendly Pelican Educational Experience at The Entrance. Pelican Time with Marine Wildlife Rescue Central Coast is on every weekend at 3:30pm providing visitors with facts about the birds & their environment. See you there!

SBN Broken Bay Farm Tours NEW expereinces

Broken Bay Pearl Farm is offering NEW customisable tours so you can pick and mix the experiences you want to do. Tailor your special day out choosing from oyster tasting, farm cruises, pearl farming, pearl grading or grazing lunches on the Hawkesbury.

Hotel Gosford has a NEW Spring menu full of fresh signature dishes, sensational starters to flavour packed salads and more! Book your table today and discover your new favourite of the season.

Cowire, new Spring menu using local produce

Dedicated to the support & growth of developing menus strictly based on locally sourced & seasonly driven produce, The Cowrie has launched a NEW Spring menu. Enjoy fine dining with views of Terrigal Beach as you appreciate what is grown in our region.

HIgh Tea coming soon to The Pantry Foreesters Beach Central Coast NSW

Coming Soon...From October The Pantry at Forresters Beach will offer a delicous high tea with all your favourite sweet and savory treats. We can't wait to gather our friends and try this!

Congratulations to Sydney Oyster Farm Tours at Mooney Monney who has recently achieved its ECO Certification with Ecotourism Australia. This is a wonderful achievement for our region and so well deserved for their sustainable practises.

Bay Rd Brewing have released a NEW beer! Pulp Twist Grapefruit Neipa is a zesty balance of bitterness & juicy sweetness. With grapefruit zest, blood orange, tangerine & mandarin this couldn't be more perfect for those Spring days!

Calling all junior whale watchers. Come see and learn about the magnificent whales on their southern migration with a National Parks and Wildlife Services officer. Expeditions starting at Crackneck Lookout or Bouddi NP. Don't forget your binoculars!

Central Coast Aqua Park reopens Nov 2023 at Gosford Waterfront

With Summer on the way, t's great news to hear the Central Coast Aqua Park will be reopening on 18 November 2023! Adrenaline seekers and adventourous families love the floating obstacle park at Gosford waterfront! Come ready for lots of fun in the water!

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