4 Fresh Finds

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What's new on the Central Coast

Have you noticed how the Central Coast is continuously stepping up its game as a top place to explore in New South Wales?

From something new to do, new places to eat and drink, new makers and creators to explore and new places to stay, each month we highlight some of the the new ideas to discover in our region.

We have collated all our monthly 4 Fresh Finds stories in one place so you can easily browse all the unique, exciting and shiny new things appearing on the Coast!

 

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May 2025

Seek serenity with a stay at Nature's Nest, stop and smell the natives at Wyld By Nature, whittle away a creation at Bailey Thompson Furniture or indulge in the freshest seafood at Coral Restaurant.

April 2025

Learn to shuck fresh oysters, dine along the water, try some refined local whisky or simply relax in an outdoor bathtub overlooking the ocean this April.

March 2025

Indulge in fresh, handmade dumplings, grab artisan goods for your next charcuterie board, fill your home with luxurious scents or find pure bliss in the hinterland.

February 2025

Indulge in handmade pasta, tee up your friends for a race at BattleKart, learn how to watercolour paint with Debra Meier and book a coastal staycay at Malolo at Macmasters Beach

December 2024

Putt your way around a Pixar themed mini-golf course with the family, grab a pack of buttery sugar cookies or the classic 'Joey' roll from a fresh new cafe in Berkeley Cafe.

January 2025

Visit a retro cinema turned chic bar, deck out your home with artwork that connects you to nature, explore a new animal exhibit or stay at the Coast's newest 4-star hotel.

November 2024

Discover a new gourmet hot dog place, play a round of virtual darts or golf at a new sports centre and stay in a tiny home in the lush surroundings of Terrigal. Find these four fresh finds this month!
Round, wooden sauna on a deck surrounded by lush tropical foliage

October 2024

A boutique sauna experience at Macmasters Beach, alluring whisky and wine bar along the Gosford strip and a treetop haven amongst the canopy of Bouddi National Park is waiting to be enjoyed by visitors.

September 2024

Become a craftsman, enjoy a toastie where classic and unique flavours collide, craft with intention and relax in a coastal haven.

August 2024

Crafting dreams one jewel at a time, enjoy a flavour fusion shared with spice, mould magic from clay and rest where history and nature entwine

July 2024

Swing into fun with a hole-in-one, taste coastal cravings with mouth-watering seafood and burgers, unearth beauty in handcrafted ceramic art and unwind where surf dreams find coastal comfort

June 2024

A local plant haven awaits you, savour the flavours of Mexico and South America, elevate style with sustainable lip care and escape to a countryside retreat.

May 2024

Discover an abundance of nature through a luxury lense, enjoy a fiesta at a Mexican Cantina, explore perfectly imperfect pottery and retreat to ocean view oasis.

April 2024

Relax in a picturesque seaside haven, indulge in gourmet burgers, experience eco friendly sustainable solutions and enjoy coastal luxury on wheels.

March 2024

Take the time to contemplate and rejuvenate, add some vintage charm to your occasion, breath new life into a neglected craft for beautiful wares and retreat to a luxury nature escape.
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February 2024

Ease into specialised wellness treatments, embark on an extraordinary journey, get to the know the works of a talent Indigenous female artist and rest your head in coastal charm.
The Earth Collective

January 2024

Explore laneways with colourful art, delight in waterfront dining in a glamourous setting, support two sisters with the slow fashion empire and sleep in a historical homestead by the river.

December 2023

Encounter wild dingos, stop by the Pav Pop Up, shop unique earrings that are fashioning sustainably and rest your head at a beachfront tiny home.

November 2023

Board a Bangin' bus tour, enjoy delightful dumplings, get creative at mud Studios and stay in a tiny house in the wild.

October 2023

Enjoy wholesome homemade cooking, discover coffee in the National Park, admire hand crafted ceramics and slow down at a wellness retreat.

September 2023

Discover a new eco-friendly experience about pelicans, dine at a waterfront cafe, explore the beauty of repurposed oyster shells and take in the 180 degree beach view at a charming beach house.

August 2023

Say "I do" in Viva-Gos Vegas style, sip on some Gossy Good Times, enjoy a morning coffee in these stylish mugs and listen to the waves as you sleep in a newly renovated beachside cabin.

June 2023

Flow and glow with Club Heart, speakeasy with Jerry Sent Me, say cheers with CLINQ and cosy up for the weekend in luxurious Hamptons style

May 2023

Gather with Good people, discover the science of ice cream, Pants off to good gin and stay in the midst of nature and tranquility.

April 2023

Meditate in the orchard, tour a winning whiskey distillery, discover a range of sanctuary skin care and escape to a coastal cottage.

March 2023

Become a chocolatier for the day, dine at a contemporary Italian trattoria, admire the marine artworks of Salty Art and enjoy a glamping get away in a luxury container.

February 2023

Go up stream for a seafood kayaking picnic, enjoy weekend water views with tapas and cocktails, discover a Hawkesbury Anchor and unwind in a glamping tent.

January 2023

Make your own piece of silver jewellery, enjoy a nice cup of Tea, all aboard the Pearlers private lunch cruise and take a moment at Pure Valley Estate.