Step into nature—and into a world of stories.
Re-Wild your Imagination with Soundscapes Story Trail: a site-specific creative audio adventure.
Soundscapes invites you on a unique journey across the Central Coast where local writers and creators have developed stories inspired by natural locations including Terrigal Haven, Crackneck Lookout and Norah Head.
Travel to these breathtaking sites and listen to stories that come alive in the very places that inspired them. Feel the wind on your skin, the earth beneath your feet, and let your imagination roam free in this truly site-specific experience.
With tales for all ages—whether you’re a family, a solo explorer, or somewhere in between—all you need is a device to listen on. Visit Soundscapes.audio to choose your story or location and begin your adventure.
(For the best experience, we recommend headphones, but you can listen on any device or speaker.)
Soundscapes is a collection of creative audio stories inspired by natural and magical locations across the Central Coast. Each story has been thoughtfully designed to lead you on an imaginative, immersive, creative adventure in nature. These stories have been created by a range of artists, made up of writers, composers, musicians, and poets who all reside on the Central Coast.
It’s time to connect with your imagination and experience something extraordinary.
When: Self guided - Click here to listen at any time
Where: Audio stories are based on locations on the Central Coast including Terrigal, Bateau Bay, Holgate, and Norah Head
Entry: FREE & family-friendly!
The Lakes Festival is back for its tenth year! This popular annual event will be making a splash across the entire Central Coast between 7-16 November 2025. This huge 10-day celebration of our waterways brings locals and visitors together to enjoy exciting family-friendly activities, cultural and educational programs hosted by local organisations and businesses.
The Lakes Festival is a great opportunity for everyone to get out and about, rediscover some places right on your doorstep and celebrate our diverse lakes and waterways with your family and friends.
Click here for the full program.
