CENTRAL COAST’S trusted local news voice
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The Coast’s trusted local news voice Since starting life 7 years ago the Central Coast Sun (CCS) has evolved into the Coast’s most sought-after local news source covering community, people, sport, business, lifestyle and more. The Central Coast is one Australia’s most desirable locations. With a GRP topping $15B the Central Coast boasts a thriving property sector, growing retail and education sectors, vibrant sports community, health precincts and a host of enviable tourist attractions including some of Australia’s most beautiful beaches. The Sun is the print and digital media resource that connects residents and visitors to the Coast’s growing community, its progress, opportunities and lifestyle.
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Central Coast Sun distribution network The Central Coast Sun covers the Central Coast Government Area. Printed editions are available for public pick-up from multiple of locations across the LGA including: cafes, clubs, hotels, supermarkets, health care centres, newsagents, community centres and more. The digital edition is a replica of the print edition and goes live prior to the print edition being distributed. Readership across digital, web, social and print exceeds 95,000 per edition. The link to the digital edition and all archive edition is available on our website or go here: www.issuu/communitybroadcastnetwork. The Central Coast Sun reaches a Facebook community of over 49,000 followers through its extended networks.
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Advertising – Print Full page = $1,690 | Two editions = $1,480 Three or more editions = $1,380 Half page = $880 | Two editions = $770 Three or more editions = $640 Quarter page = $680 | Two editions = $550 Three or more editions monthly = $440 * Prices are per edition. * Pricing inclusive of advertisement design if required.
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Our Digital options The Central Coast Sun offers a range of high performing digital advertising options. These clever packages include social media, SMS messaging, newsletters, websites, directories and more. We offer extensive reach through our suite of local newspapers and boutique websites.
SEE OUR DIGITAL OPTIONS HERE http://issuu.com/communitybroadcastnetwork/docs/cbn_digital_2024
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Publishing Schedule Deadlines 2026 Digital and print editions monthly with daily web updates. Edition published two days after deadline. February February 12
August August 12
April April 12
October October 12
June June 12
December December 12
Coast’s first choice for TRUSTED LOCAL NEWS * Digital edition published 24 hours prior to print edition.
Where to catch The Sun The Sun can be picked up from locations across the Central Coast. Distribution outlets include cafes, clubs business centres, shopping centres, supermarkets, networking groups, newsagents, awards ceremonies, council offices, libraries and more. Some popular outlets include: Gosford RSL, Central Coast Leagues Club, Central Coast Council, Shell Kariong, Central Coast Racecourse, Imperial shopping Centre, Otimbah RSL, Ettalong Mingara, Ettalong Tourists Centre, Everglades Country Club, Terrigal Bowling Club, Avoca Bowling Club, MPs offices, libraries and retirement villages across the region.
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Full page 365 mm (height) x 250 mm (width) (NOTE: No bleeds)
Quarter page H 175 mm 8th page H 87 mm
x W 125 mm
x W 174 mm Half page 175 mm (height) x 250 mm (width)
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Supporting local business and community groups The Central Coast Sun is the prime media partner and of the Coast’s leading business awards program, The Central Coast Local Business Awards. The Local Business Awards showcase local businesses and provide the forum for local entrepreneurs and owners to celebrate their hard work and success. Each year, The Central Coast Sun publishes the coveted finalists and winners features in print and digital formats. Throughout the year we publish updates around the annual gala event. www.thebusinessawards.com.au
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The Central Coast Business Awards showcase and recognise the talent, innovation and entrepreneurship with finalists and winners coming from the north through to the South of our region. The thirteen Awards culminating to the prestigious Central Coast Regional Business of the Year, celebrates business perseverance, resilience and importantly showcases business excellence. Each year The Central Coast Sun produces the coveted Winner’s Edition for the awards which is distributed at the gala event with the winner on the cover. About Business NSW Formerly the NSW Business Chamber, Business NSW is the peak policy and advocacy body which has been representing businesses in NSW since 1826.
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Central Coast Sun Affiliations All editions of The Central Coast Sun shared and promoted through affiliated networks. • • • •
Media Partner Business NSW Central Coast. Media partner Gosford Erina Business Chamber. Media Partner, Central Coast Careers Expo. Business Awards - exclusive media partner for the city’s leading business awards programs.
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Regular Sections • Local news
CONTACTS Enquiries: info@centralcoastsun.au Web: www.centralcoastsun.au Facebook: www.facebook.com/CentralCoastSun Design: Design2Pro, Ju Ju Graphics
• Business news • Travel • Community and people • Property and Lifestyle • Sport • Local politics: Dr Gordon Reid, Liesl Tesch, David Harris, Emma McBride and Adam Crouch.
KEY CONTACTS
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Michael Walls - Publisher M: 0407 783 413 E: michael@accessnews.com.au
Rebecca Swaleh Administration E: info@accessnews.com.au
Linda Miller - Sales Executive M: 0402 417 504 E: linda@accessnews.com.au
Julie Jackson - Sales Executive M: 0427 993 654 E: julie@accessnews.com.au
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Colin Links - Sales Manager M: 0490 481 234 E: colin@accessnews.com.au