Central Coast iMag March April 2016

Central Coast info guide MARCH / APRIL 2016

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Family-friendly club between the bush and the bay Bistro 14 - enjoy a range of fresh, quality meals and snacks • Entertainment • Shuttle Bus • Celebrations and Events Thursday: Happy Hour 4.30pm drinks from $3.50, $16 menu Kids eat free Thursday Open 7 days: Monday - Thursday: 3pm-close Friday 1pm-close, Sat & Sun 12pm-close.

HARDYS BAY CLUB 14 Heath Road, Hardys Bay 2257 Ph: 02 4360 1072 www.hardysbayclub.com.au

THE FRIENDLY SAILING CLUB ON THE BRISBANE WATERS FORESHORE Restaurant, Brasserie and Lounge Yacht & dinghy racing, corporate events, junior and amateur sailing and learn to sail programs

GOSFORD SAILING CLUB 28 Masons Parade Gosford Clubhouse: 02 4325 7216 Restaurant: 02 4322 7293 Email info@gossail.com.au www.gosfordsailingclub.com

French Provincial, Vintage, Shabby Chic & Rustic

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Are you taking fewer holidays because they cost more? Would you take more if they cost less? Ask me how P: 0414 405 999 E: centralimag@bigpond.com

From the Editor With March comes a gentle cooling of temperatures.

Kendall, 6 ½ hours exploring our waterways, loved it so much doing it again with other friends, see page 59.

As the weather cools the Coast revs up for some top quality entertainment and cultural events. The businesses that advertise in iMag will help to enhance your days with their fine food, entertainment, tours, gifts and friendly service.

Ecoburbia (on page 57) will educate and delight you on all things wonderful and sustainable to live with.

Welcome to the Central Coast in Autumn.

Page after page has been filled with the best and finest the Coast has to offer. Then we celebrate Easter, Pullmans Magenta Shores have a wonderful seafood stack for you to ravish - see page 42 for more info.

I love the Coast so much as there is always something wonderful to see and do.

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Ettalong will be filled with the wonderful smell of Italy as we again enjoy the Italian Festival, page 35.

Congratulations to Joan Cassels for winning Gosford City Australia Day Award for the Best Community Event. You will agree with this when you go and see for yourself.

We wish you all a very Happy and Healthy Easter.

Sculptures on The Greens 21 Discover Wyong Shire 22 - 23 Opera in The Arboretum 30 Regional Map 32 - 33 The Italian Festival 35 That’s Entertainment 38 - 39 What’s On 40 - 41 What’s on at The Clubs 43 Wildlife Parks & Museums 44 - 45 Markets Guide 46 - 48 Food worth Traveling For 50 - 53 iGallery 54 - 56 Ecoburbia 57 Visit the Hunter 60 - 61 Aberdeen Highland Games 62

TOWNS Wyong to Yarramalong & Spencer.........................................12 - 22 The Entrance...................................24 - 27 The Peninsula: Ettalong, Umina & Woy Woy........28 - 37

EMERGENCY NOs Gosford Hospital 4320 2111 Woy Woy Hospital 4343 8444 Wyong Hospital 4394 8000 Police, Ambulance, Fire 000 Poisons Information 13 11 26 RTA 131 7000 24 hour Emergency Vet Services Coast & Valleys Veterinary Hospital Dr Keith C Phillips 02 4355 4704 Jim’s Pest Control 0412 004 879 TRANSPORT Central Coast Taxis Transport info line Timetables

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NSW Surf Life Saving Championships

Taste, Watch, Enjoy March and April are full of action packed sporting events. Spectators are welcome to watch all the action of the NSW Surf Life Saving Championships at Umina and Ocean Beaches with Age Championships (Fri 4-Sun 6), Masters Championships (Wed 9 - Thur 10) and Open Championships (Fri 11-Sun 13).

As autumn begins the Central Coast Stadium is alive with Football, Central Coast Mariners host Melbourne Victory (Sun 6 Mar), Sydney FC (Sat 19 Mar) and the Newcastle Jets (Sat 9 April). Go along to catch a glimpse of the newest recruit for the Mariners, Liverpool Legend, Luis Garcia. Garcia is poised to have a big impact on the second half of the Mariners season.

NRL comes to Central Coast Stadium in Round 5 of the season with Sydney Roosters V New Zealand Warriors on Sunday 3 April. Few stadiums in the world can match the panoramic views of the bay and palm trees that Central Coast Stadium has to offer.

The Cast Off Sustainable Seafood Festival returns for its second year on Saturday 19 March.

Hosted by Woy Woy Fishermen's Wharf, the festival is a waterfront party with a focus on sustainable seafood. This year Stefano Manfredi will be the festival’s patron. Locals know Stefano for bringing fine dining to the Central Coast, through the iconic Bells at Killcare.

The inaugural Star 104.5 Toast the Coast Food,

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Wine and Music Festival kicks off on Saturday 2 April. The event features renowned Celebrity Cook and Author Julie Goodwin – Australia’s first MasterChef. The festival will feature a tantalizing array of food, wine, beer and cider sourced from local growers and producers. Tasting plates of top menu items from local and regional restaurants will be available from $5.

Keep up to date with Easter, ANZAC commemorations and School Holiday ideas, and to download discount vouchers, go to www.visitcentralcoast.com.au or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

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3/29 Victoria Street, East Gosford 2250 Phone: 02 4324 1729 Find us on Facebook

Shiner Old & New opened in July on the buzzing East Gosford Shopping Strip. We retail vintage/retro furniture, homewares and gifts with a mix of new items that fit the vintage vibe.

We are also the exclusive distributors of “Mezzie + Frank” chalk effects paint and workshops on the Central Coast.

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Aussie made “chalk effects” paint is ideal for upcycling furniture and it requires no sanding or priming. Just a couple of coats of paint, a bit of wax and you can transform furniture into stunning, eye-catching pieces.

“Mezzie + Frank” workshops are a fantastic way to learn the techniques that will enable you to create an amazing range of effects.

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Be inspired Deborah Buckley’s is a beautiful place to visit, that inspires the senses and nurtures the soul.

A place where you are not time bound by busy bustling crowds. The shop has grown and we have introduced everything from fashion to light shades, furniture to gourmet food.

Our fashions are designed to suit a large range of ages and figures. Come and have a fun afternoon with a friend try on some clothes in a peaceful and casual atmosphere, check out our foods, plates and crates, ready to be used to create a great dinner party or drinks with friends on a lazy afternoon.

Need a mirror or a quirky piece of furniture to fill a space or a Tepee for your favourite little one .there is much to see and a coffee shop nearby for some refreshments. You can't ask for anything better.

So see you soon in the valley that should be shared to all who venture out.

Deborah Buckley Artisan 1629A Yarramalong Road, Yarramalong. Phone: 4356 1958

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From Wyong to Yarramalong & Spencer Mercure Kooindah Waters, Wyong

Wyong Township gateway to the Central coast hinterland

soft landscaping and a much improved interactive and colourful children's playground, free wifi is also available

Located just 90 minutes north of Sydney CBD, and 60 minutes south of Newcastle the historic township of Wyong is considered to be your gateway to the Central Coast scenic and peaceful hinterland. Whilst Wyong Township offers the convenience of being able to park directly outside your service provider or favourite store to grab a delicious bakery treat, coffee or cupcake, it is also minutes away from some of the coasts outstanding tourist, accommodation, sporting and natural venues.

Food in Wyong If you are in Wyong township you have a variety of food options to suit every taste.

Try a delicious coffee or tasty meal at Glee Coffee Shop and Café located at the rear of the historic Chapman Building. Alternatively for a sweet treat try the delicious range of mouth-watering cupcakes at Kiss my Cupcake in Alison Road.

New Frank Ballance Park in the Wyong CBD Kids and families are now enjoying a beautiful new open space at Frank Ballance Park in the Wyong CBD. The park now has great new spaces for play and seating / picnicking, with new hard and 12

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If art is your interest, Nadia’s Gallery Café is a new concept for Wyong with a variety of different artists displaying and selling their art with a change over every 3 weeks.

Legends Bakery will tempt you with mouthwatering traditional pies and cakes.

Adventure For the adventure seeker whatever your age may be, TreeTop Adventure Park is an

What to See & Do Sample locally made cheese at Little Creek Cheese Factory.

Luka Chocolate Chocolateria for luxurious handcrafted chocolates.

Visit Award Winning Koorinya Park Gardens for a picnic or as the venue for that special event (see p16).

Visit Bobbie P Gallery in Wyong for original contemporary Australian art (see p14).

Visit TreeTop Adventure Park, an eco-tourism adventure activity park. Perfect for all ages and a great day out!

Visitor Information Centre Telephone: 1300 132 975 info@centralcoasttourism.com.au www.visitcentralcoast.com.au

Exquisite wedding venue Fernbank is a unique and exquisite wedding venue located in the Yarramalong Valley.

Accommodation on site is available, along with beautiful ceremony and reception options.

Enquire now at: fernbankfarm@bigpond.com or visit www.fernbankfarmstay.com

Fernbank Farm - Heaven on Earth

experience that you will want to tell all your family and friends about. The choice is yours to either step outside of your comfort zone with a safe yet exhilarating network of rope bridges, flying foxes, trapezes and Tarzan jumps, stretching through the tree canopy within the Ourimbah State Forest.

Spencer Village Store Spencer is a pleasant drive, less than one hour from the Central Coast. The Spencer Village Store is a scenic and serene location right on the river with shaded seating on their private wharf.

Known as the biggest little shop on the Hawkesbury, Spencer Village Store offers hot food, espresso, ice cream, bait, tackle, fishing licences, liquor, ice and general groceries.

With an all-day menu, they serve breakfast till 11am, lunch till 3pm - everthing is freshly cooked and supplied.

A welcome rest for the hungry traveller!

Photographs of David and Stephanie's Wedding Š Ben Howland Photography www.benhowland.com.au

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Your first commission Commissioning an artwork by your favourite artist is exciting and a great way to get an insight into the creative process.

Here are four tips to help you towards taking the plunge: 1. Find an artist whose work you already love and check out as much of their previous work as possible.

2. Think about your requirements including size, ideas, colour palette, and yes, budget.

3. Bite the bullet and discuss your ideas with the artist.

4. Discuss terms including time -frame, delivery, costings, and whether it is possible to view early and mid stage progress.

Bobbie P Gallery specializes in commissioned artworks, with a selection of local artists

producing original works including paintings, sculptures and glassware.

For further information, contact Bobbie P Gallery on 0490 061 949 or visit us at 11 Alison Road, Wyong.

Nadia's Gallery CafĂŠ

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Featuring original artworks

by Robyn Pedley and selected local artists

5 Alison Road Wyong Phone 02 4351 5511 Open for breakfast and lunch Monday to Saturday from 8am and Saturdays from 8.30 am.

Fabulous food and coffee at affordable prices.

Friendly staff and comfortable spacious seating.

Fitted out using Recycled Art and revamped recycled and art deco Furnishing.

Local Art, Gifts, Jewellery and Cards for Sale.

Private functions welcome for birthdays, weddings, Staff functions etc.

Short walk from Wyong Station. Hope to see you soon.

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Stunning Hair Extensions Beautiful style cuts Long lasting Italian Alfaparf colours Balayage perfectionists Langdon Hair Wyong offers a relaxing oasis for you to come and relax , enjoy a complimentary latte and chocolate while one of our highly trained stylists looks after all of your hair needs.

We pride ourselves on our customer service and your satisfaction is our only goal.

Langdon Hair is the Central Coast's only supplier of exclusive Langdon Volume Tapes.

Volume Tapes are a service that have never been offered before and are an essential, to all of those women with very fine hair. Finally a product to give thin limp hair body and

fullness, you will be absolutely amazed at the difference to your hair by simply adding 4 to 8 Volume Tapes.

If you have been unhappy with your current colour, cut or just with you hair in general, call us you will be more than happy‌.

We guarantee it!!

Shop 6/61 Howarth Street, Wyong NSW 2259 Ph: (02) 4353 6373 www.langdonhair.com.au

30% off any colour service for first time visitors

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Alberts Café & Takeaway Alberts BIG BREAKFAST is on the Menu all day every-day and is probably the best value on the Coast!

For just $13.95 you get eggs, bacon, sausage, tomatoes mushrooms, toast and a glass of orange juice!

Simple food lovingly prepared and served with a smile. Open 7 days: Mon-Fri 7am-4pm, Sat-Sun 7am-2pm.

4 Railway Square Wyong. Just near Wyong Railway Station.

WATCH THIS SPACE...

Food worth travelling for!

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Internet Café, Lazumba Coffee, a selection of Teas, light meals and home made treats.

SHOP 4 Railway Square, Wyong Ph 4355 1510

Open 7 days Mon - Fri 7am - 4pm, Sat - Sun 7am - 2pm

Koorinya Park

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AWARD WINNING GARDENS Cover Charge applies

Perfect for Weddings &/or Wedding Photos Venue Magnificent Ocean Views Coach Tours and groups welcome Conveniences, undercover area, etc Bookings or to view please ring Beryl or Barbara Collins (02) 4376 1220 Also available

Professional, Personalised Ceremonies Gail D Hart C.M.C, Civil Marriage Celebrant Ph: (02) 4390 3396 Mob: 0419 265 286

336 Forest Road, KULNURA Ph: 02 4376 1220 berylnbarb@bigpond.com

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DANIELLE MORRISON STUDIO GALLERY OPENING HERE SOON...

ART....LIVE MUSIC & COLLECTABLES ENQUIRIES 0427 647 314 danielle.morrison@hotmail.com

Specialists in painted finishes on kitchens and furniture Complete home decorating service

Pressed Tin Panelling

Aluminium panels are proving to be a versatile product and they are now being used in kitchens, bathrooms, feature walls and counter fronts as well as stunning ceilings and restoration projects.

As we at Deborah Buckley Artisan love to be creative and add interest to our homes and work environments we have chosen to become a supplier of the Pressed Tin Companies products.

The Pressed Tin Company use a special grade of aluminium. They pride themselves in being able to achieve a high standard of pattern impression and panel design consistency and accuracy. This allows for easy installation.

They come in a large selection of patterns. We can paint them for you in a polyurethane finish which can come in any colour or gloss level.

This makes them an easy care alternative to tiles, comparable to glass as there is no grout but you can still have a creative textured look.

For all enquiries, please phone our office on (02) 4353 4954. Open Monday to Thursday 7am - 4pm & Friday 7am - 2pm.

Deborah Buckley Artisan

In association with Daorah Enterprises www.daorah.com.au

Friday & Sunday 10am – 4pm Saturday 10am – 5pm

at Yarramalong Showroom or by appointment Mob: 0438 534 954

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The benefits of a regular massage...

Many people would agree that a massage will make you feel good mentally and physically.

To educate my clients to maintain their wellbeing a regular massage will aid the body into feeling better.

Emotionally when we are stressed with work or overwhelmed our mind is exhausted and will effect the body by feeling run down. Massage will revive the body to function at its full capacity to deal with daily life and activities. Muscles will become over tired with tension and aches and pains.

needs for their body and mind.

A regular massage is entirely up to the client, weekly, fortnightly or monthly but we need to learn to listen to our bodies and to maintain our wellbeing.

My loyalty to regular clients is every 4th visit will be a 90min treatment for the price of 60mins.

Hope to see you all soon..

Teena Wilkins

Playing a sport going to the gym will also bring toned tense muscles a sport massage will assist in better circulation, stamina and recovery of any injuries. Stretches will also assist in a speedy recovery.

Clients suffering from arthritis, aches and pains, sleep deprivation will also benefit from a regular massage to help with chronic pain and ailments.

Massage will relieve headaches, migraines will help balance the nervous system and anxiety or depression by soothing or stimulating through a massage treatment.

There a number of treatments that as a massage therapists I can assist each client to their individual

Specialised Massage Therapies & MST Scott Buchanan

Dip. Musculoskeletal Therapy (M.S.T.) Dip. Bowen Therapy Dip. Remedial Massage • • • • • •

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$80 per hour treatment $30 per half hour after $50 half hour treatment available

*Recommended hour and half for first consultation

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Feeling beautiful from the inside out...

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Sciberras

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Fresh Produce

Mirna Rivera

Reflexology and Modern Hypnosis For Health and Well-being

Phone 0420 466 514

Reflexology, Auricular Therapy, Modern Hypnosis, Australian Bush Flower Remedies, Reiki/Seichem Master Teacher, Crystal Healing.

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The way reflexology works complements the way Reiki and Hypnosis work.

Health Fund rebates.

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LOCALY GROWN FARM FRESH PRODUCE FROM OUR FAMILY TO YOURS at prices worth travelling for. Huge savings!

We also Wholesale

1213 George Downes Drive, Kulnura Just up from Jerry’s famous one-stop café

Open 8am to 5 pm (closed Tues) Sat & Sun 8am - 4pm

0419 994 817 or 0429 990 912 E: kulnurafruitshop@yahoo.com.au

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Homewares • Gifts Art • Collectables On the scenic route to and from the Hunter Valley. An eclectic mix of gifts, arts & collectables, new and recycled furniture, unique outdoor furniture & ornaments and locally made sculptures and furniture.

Directly behind Jerrys kitchen "Kulnura One Stop" popular for great food and coffee.

Wed, Thurs, Fri 10am-4pm; Sat, Sun, public hols 9am-5pm

1154 George Downes Drive Kulnura. Ph 02 4376 1266

"Mother Lotus" by Rhonda Castle & Nardja Williams

Sculpture on the Greens This year’s Sculpture on the Greens, open from 8th April to 22nd May and hosted at Mercure Kooindah Waters - Wyong, will feature an array of sculptures. Primarily an outdoor exhibition, 2016 will also see an extended indoor area, so there will be something for everyone on display.

Among the many artists contributing to this year’s Sculpture on the Greens, several will be making their event debut. New exhibitors will include Ron Royes with “The Blind leading the Blind”, comprising of a 15 piece ceramic sculptural installation.

Other new exhibitors are Ian Bell from the South Coast, Simon Hearn from the Blue Mountains and Keith Chidzey from Sydney. These three recently participated in the inaugural Wood Symposium at Rylstone.

Returning exhibitors include Ro Murray with “Bush Tucker Doesn’t Use Plastic” made from repurposed materials, and Al Phemister – ‘Anenomes’ a steel sculpture.

Sculpture on the Greens has a diverse setting, from gardens, a lake, golf course fairways, and channels flowing through the grounds, which always entices an array of work by artists influenced by water, such as Angela van Boxtel “Cosmogony - A Plastic Micro Cosmos” which is a floating installation. Last year saw

a collaboration with Nardja Williams and the Castles called “Mother Lotus” which was lit at night.

Established artists who regularly exhibit at Sculpture on the Greens include Jacek Wankowski, this year with “Inflorescence 1-6” a site-specific installation of six independent and separate pieces.

Another regular is John Fitzmaurice with “Think Big”, a mirror finished stainless steel piece.

Sculpture on the Greens also runs an education program for High school children from the local region and has 4 Mentorships for Emerging Artists. Come along to the exhibition to see what they have produced.

Admission to 2016’s Sculpture on the Greens, which is open daily from 8th April to 22nd May, is free. More information is available from: www.sculptureonthegreens.net.au www.centralcoastimag.com.au

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document all the great reasons to call Wyong Shire home.

Tag @discoverwyongshire or include #iheartwyongshire in your own Instagram pictures while you are out and about so we can see what you are getting up to and share your discoveries.

More info at www.wyong.nsw.gov.au/ discover-wyong-shire

Coast to Lake Walk

Discover Wyong Shire Summer may have come to an end and with it the long hot days spent at the beach, which now seem like distant memories as we all head back to work and school. That is no excuse to stay in, instead it is the perfect reason to get out and about and discover what else is happening in Wyong Shire after all it is a great place to holiday and live all year round.

While we may have some of the most beautiful beaches in the world (so say we) we also have much, much more at our finger tips with a food and cultural renaissance happening right in front of us.

Walk down the main strip of any town centre from Bateau Bay to Norah Head and back to Yarramalong and find vibrant cafes serving cold drip coffees and delicate patisserie or locally owned shops selling quirky clothing, handcrafted furniture and unique homewares.

You can find an art, craft or farmers market on every weekend to wander through and if you want to keep wandering bush walks and boardwalks are plentiful.

Do yourself a favour and pick one weekend this month, take a drive to a suburb other than your own and go try something or somewhere new.

If you need some help getting started follow @ discoverwyongshire on Instagram where we

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Now that temperatures are on a downward slope and the days are still long it is the perfect time to try the Coast to Lake Walk if you haven’t already had the pleasure. This pearl of a walk includes easy use paths and boardwalks, grassy knolls with parks and play equipment and rock platforms with rock pools ripe for discovery.

Along the way you will discover the diversity of our coast line, you’ll see swans on the lakes and pelicans at the channel and if you keep our eyes peeled you can see whales and dolphins out to sea.

If you have all day to spend on the walk stop for a short detour up the Long Jetty, a play in the park at Toowoon Bay, a skate at Picnic Point, a swim at The Entrance Ocean Baths or simply take a sit on a bench and enjoy the exhaustive views at Edith Ring Rest.

Dogs are allowed on the majority of the walk as long as they are on a lead so why not take your fur family along to join in the fun.

The walk covers 7.6 kilometers, can be covered in two and half hours at a moderate pace and is divided into four sections (see map).

For more info and a downloadable map search ‘Coast to Lake Walk’ at www.wyong.nsw.gov.au

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The Entrance

© Ken Duncan Photography

Always something to do at The Entrance The waterfront park hosts a range of free family entertainment at the open air Sails Stage and there are also a range of special events and festivals and fresh locally farmed produce is available at the seaside Farmers Markets on the first and third Saturday.

Take your lunch and stop along the way at one of the picnic and barbeque areas scattered round Tuggerah Lakes. Hire a bike and ride the 12 km cycleway. Or hire a catamaran or small powered boat for a family outing with fishing licenses available from The Entrance Visitor Information Centre.

A wide range of accommodation to suit every budget is available in the region from campsites, cabin parks by the beach, lakeside motels, waterfront apartments, unique B&B’s, beach houses or fully serviced private cabins.

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The Carousel This historic icon has charmed and delighted young and old at The Entrance since 1930.

It has seen a number of owners since its arrival in Australia from France in the early 1900s and is now part of the National Trust classified Haas Family carnival, a family that has 400 years of carnival ancestry.

The carousel, which was built in the late 1800s in Germany, was originally ‘powered’ by a pony but was converted to steam at the turn of the century. It remained steam driven until the 1950s when an old chev. engine was installed, and was converted to electricity in the 1970s. Its reed pipe organ, operated by bellows, remained in commission until 1950. Music is now supplied by tape, although the organ front has been restored.

The carousel has pride of place on The Entrance waterfront where it is visited by not only today’s children, but by the parents, grandparents and great-grandparents of those children.

What to See & Do The Pelican Feeding in The Entrance Memorial Park is a highlight of any visit. Daily at 3.30pm The Entrance Heritage Walk is one of the best on the Central Coast and visitors will also enjoy the Coast to Lake Walk.

Vera’s Watergarden is a children’s water playground opposite the Pelican Feeding area

Have fun with us and ride the historic carousel icon of The Entrance

Visitor Information Centre

Near the Sails Stage The Waterfront, The Entrance

Marine Parade, The Entrance, 2261 Phone: (02) 4334 4213 www.theentrance.org.au info@theentrancetourism.com.au

Children’s birthday parties a specialty

Ph: 0414 581 001

For unique, affordable gifts

Toowoon Bay Gallery 37 years of pleasure bringing you the works of Australian artists, potters and glassmakers.

Open: Wed to Sun 10am-4.30pm (7 days in school/public holidays)

179 Bay Road, Toowoon Bay 2261

Ph/Fax: 4332 6023

(heading north on The Entrance Rd, turn right into Pacific St at the Long Jetty Hotel. At the end of Pacific St turn left - the gallery is only 50m up the road)

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Food worth travelling for!

A humble pie worth eating For over 4 years Ken Shearim has served the locals and tourists at his Humble Pie Shop in Coral St, The Entrance, selling on average 600 pies a day enough said!

The golden pastry is freshly made daily and all products are of the highest quality.

Biting into the hot flaky pastry, I taste a tender chunk of steak in a rich gravy sauce. Every mouthful more satisfying with the delicious steak and mushroom filling.

With over 14 flavoured beef pies, a variety of

COFFEE worth

chicken, seafood and a handful of travelling for! vegetarian options, there's something for everyone! Ken's even got a chilli duck pie on the menu. Let's not forget his assortment of fresh pastries and cakes.

All pies can be made to order in family size.

Hot barista style coffee now also available.

Open 7 days from 7am.

Shop 6 & 7 Coral Street, The Entrance.

Ph: 4333 4548

Memory Lane

Memory Lane

Recycled Furniture & Collectables, Retro, Vintage, Antiques Shop 1 23-25 Coral Street, The Entrance 2261 Phone: 02 4332 3779 or 0432 365 827 OPEN WEEKDAYS 10AM - 3PM WEEKENDS 10AM - 5PM

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"Many of our customers comment that we are like a museum and they are taken back to their childhood at their mother's or grand-mother's home. Everyone has a story and we are privileged to hear many personal memoirs from people who enjoy taking a trip down memory lane...our name couldn't be more fitting!"

When you visit Memory Lane you will find a wonderful eclectic range of vintage and second hand wares.

Open 7 days from 10am - 3pm (5pm on weekends and holidays).

23-25 Coral Street, The Entrance (just up from the pelican feeding area at the roundabout and diagonally opposite The Humble Pie) Ph: (02) 43323779

Gong Hey

Fat Choy

Authentic tastes of the East!

Fred and Winnie Mason have taken over the Asian Grocery store at The Entrance.

Renamed as the Asian Convenience Store, the stock of products has been significantly varied and increased.

A wide range of sauces and marinades, canned foods and noodles are now stocked together with a variety of spices and condiments. Bulk

rice and Asian style kitchen utensils are also available together with frozen foods and discount drinks. Bottled water is an extra special at only $1.00 each!

For any enquiries telephone (02) 4332 5999.

The Asian Convenience Store Shop 2, 31 - 33 Coral Street, The Entrance

FASHION BOUTIQUE

Ladies Fashions from around the world Complete range of accessories, Jewellery, Handbags and hats Exclusive range of comfortable designer Sandals & Winter shoes and boots for day & evening ...all at prices that will surprise you!

Shop 11/35-37 Coral St,The Entrance Ph: 0409 455 940 hmgrubba@optusnet.com.au www.centralcoastimag.com.au

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The Peninsula Ettalong Beach, Umina Beach & Woy Woy

Photo courtesy Deluxe Art Prints Umina.

Copy of this print is available at www.deluxeartprints.com.au

The Peninsula a truly special place For those who live on the Peninsula, we all appreciate how truly special the area is with its safe and beautiful beaches, picturesque waterways, accessible National Parks, vibrant town centres, good transport and easy access to Sydney. Woy Woy is one of the busiest rail stations in New South Wales as locals commute to Sydney for work each morning and return each night to the relaxed Peninsula lifestyle. It is no wonder that more people choose to live and visit the Peninsula as they discover its wonderful attributes. Few places can boast one of the best ferry rides in Australia from Ettalong Beach to Palm Beach via the Palm Beach Ferry or the spectacular train ride from Woy Woy to Sydney via the Hawkesbury River.

Nor can you ignore the wonderful Ettalong Beach Foreshore, the Woy Woy Waterfront or the many spectacular lookouts and National Parks.

Without doubt our beaches are the cleanest and

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safest on the Central Coast boasting Ettalong Beach, Umina and Ocean Beach, Pearl Beach and Patonga. Importantly, our town centres have become more vibrant with the bustling Umina Beach one of the busiest retail strip shopping centres on the Central Coast. This is supported by major shopping facilities in Woy Woy including Deepwater Plaza and Peninsula Plaza and boutique shopping in Ettalong Beach.

In recent years we have seen the emergence of a great cafĂŠ culture and a range of high quality restaurants especially in the Ettalong Beach village centre. With great schools, terrific services and a full range of shopping centres, the demographics of the Peninsula are changing with young families and professionals moving in to complement our older population. No longer just somewhere to retire (and why not), the Peninsula has become a place for younger people to raise families and enjoy a lifestyle that is the envy of Sydney.

Come visit the Peninsula and discover the reasons why others have chosen to make this area their home and a holiday destination.

What to See & Do

Now @ 2 great locations!

TWO EWES

Shop in Umina for the best retail shopping strip on the Central Coast Swim at Ocean Beach and Umina Beach – the safest beaches on the Coast Cinema Paradiso 6 screens at Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort Spend a day on the water hire a Boat from Anderson’s Marina & Boat Hire Enjoy fabulous coffee, fresh baked breads & cakes at Baketta Visit Goddess by the Sea for some great shopping in town You will always be entertained at Woy Woy Little Theatre with plays, auditions and play readings

a unique boutique

Two Ewes stock an amazing range of gifts, fashion, homewares, candles, gourmet foods and much more!

Friendly service in a relaxed atmosphere, and extensive range of products.

Shop 24 West Gosford SC 299 Brisbane Water Drive West Gosford | Ph: 4324 6307 Acorn Garden Centre 229 Brisbane Water Drive Point Clare | Ph: 0432 450 322

BBQ BOATS

Perfect for Birthday Parties Can carry up to 12 people.

With toilet facilities!

3A Petit St Booker Bay

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OPEN 7 DAYS Half Cabin, Open & Aluminium Boats Bait & Fishing Gear available at Kiosk Explore the Brisbane Waters

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Enjoy the longest view, the seafood, the sun and ocean breeze on the Tallow Beach Terrace, a lazy breakfast at Rocky Point Cafe and a long lunch or dinner at The Half Tide Brasserie and the non-stop entertainment at Rileys Brasserie and Chicas Sports Bar. The only thing we overlook is the beach!

Phone: (02) 4343 0111 51 – 52 The Esplanade (PO Box 17) ETTALONG NSW 2257 www.ettalongdiggers.com

Sat 26 March $30 Mem / $35 non-members

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Spencer Village Store

"The biggest little shop on the Hawkesbury"

A scenic and serene location right on the river with shaded seating on our private wharf for 24, as well as waterside seating for 50 people.

Open 7 days, excluding Good Friday & Christmas day.

Tuesday 9am – 12pm, Wednesday to Monday 8am - 5pm.

4666 Wisemans Ferry Road SPENCER Ph : 4377 1123 Fax : 4377 1488 svs2@bigpond.com

for a limited time NON-ALCOHOLIC WINES•BEERS•CIDERS•MORE

www.alcofree.com.au

Unit1/15-17 Ace Cres. Tuggerah Ph: 4351 7176

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Summerland Point

Shelly Beach

Andersons Boat Shed Booker Bay............................

Kincumber Davistown Copacabana MacMasters Beach

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Lustrous Broken Bay Pearls

Boutique Coffee Roaster right here on the Coast!

Maxima Coffee Roasters is the passion of husband and wife team Luke and Judy. An industrial rustic coffee roastery with Espresso Bar where you can enjoy your daily cup in beautiful surroundings. You can also purchase freshly roasted coffee beans to enjoy Maxima Coffee anytime!

Celeste of AngelRock Jewellers in Ettalong is the exclusive peninsula stockist of Broken Bay Pearls. “Whether you choose Broken Bay Pearls from our collection of handmade jewellery in our boutique, or whether you prefer to design something unique with me – you will be delighted with your jewellery”.

The Akoya oyster is native to the waters of NSW, and thanks to our pristine waterways here, the pearls produced by this locally owned pearl farm are the most lustrous in the world. Broken Bay Pearls are not dyed, bleached or treated, they are processed using natural ingredients onsite and are sold with a certificate of authenticity.

AngelRock Jewellers can create bespoke designs with traditional hand-making techniques, says Celeste “I am thrilled that I can create jewellery with pearls grown right here on the peninsula, where I work from my studio.”

Open 9am - 4pm every Saturday, Sunday9am - 3pm every public holiday. Weekend appointments are available for design consultations.

Shop 15, 189 Ocean View Rd, Ettalong Beach 2257

Wholesale clients are also catered for with those looking to provide a premium product with local support.

Come and try the famous “Ettalong Beach Blend” that has been developed and roasted right here on the Coast!

Follow maximacoffee on Facebook or www.maximacoffee.com.au.

Shop 67-69, 189 Ocean View Rd Ettalong Beach (enter from Schnapper Rd) Open daily from 7.30am And also at…..

Gosford City Farmers Market The Entertainment Grounds Sundays from 8am to 1pm

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Handmade Jewellery Boutique

Inside the newly renovated Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort, home of Ettalong Markets, which now includes unique boutique shops.

Shop 15, 189 Ocean View Road, Ettalong Beach NSW 2257 Celeste 0407 703 759 celeste@angelrockjewellers.com.au

7th Central Coast

ITALIAN FESTIVAL Sat + Sun, April 9 & 10 9am-4pm Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort

Culture on the Coast!

Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort will be transformed into a bustling hub of Italian culture when the Italian ‘festa’ returns to the Central Coast.

NEW THIS YE Vino • Birra • Cuisine • Coffee AR TIRAMIS Dance • Music • Song • Art U TASTING Photography • Cars • Fashion COMP! Film • Puppetry • Travel all on show at the: 50 stall undercover Ettalong Market 6 screen, state-of-the-art Cinema 40 room boutique Motel Paradiso International Dining Precinct with 10 Restaurants and 5 Cafes featuring vocalist George Vumbaca ETTALONG BEACH TOURIST RESORT

Ettalong

189 Ocean View Rd (Cnr Schnapper Rd) Ettalong Beach NSW 2257 Ph: 02 4341 1999 www.ettalongbeachtouristresort.com.au

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Gallery Vignette showcasing local artists Gallery Vignette opened in Terrigal in December 2015 with the clear intention of displaying the work of local artists thereby bringing original artworks to the attention of discerning local buyers and international visitors.

Gallery Vignette offers mostly large canvases featuring works in coastal scenes, Pop Art,

local artists / original works Mon, Thurs, Fri 10am - 5pm Sat, Sun 10am - 4pm Tues & Wed by appointment

4/1 Campbell Crescent Terrigal, NSW 0447 667 603

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portraiture and abstracts.

Gallery proprietor Monique McDonnell is now living on the Central Coast, although originally from Melbourne and has always been fascinated by the art of portraiture and she discovered her love for colour at an early age.

However due to her work which took her around the globe for many years she found it difficult to invest in further artistic training after school.

Over the past few years she found the time and the opportunity to seek private tuition while living in The Channel Islands. And while spending long stretches of time in France she developed her style in Pop Art using acrylics and diverse media.

Since moving to NSW in 2013 she sought local tuition to concentrate on her artistic journey, enabling an extension of her style on a number of levels.

Monique is currently concentrating on portraiture, working mostly with acrylics and multi media.

Instantly Enhance Your Look – A Whiter, Brighter Smile is Perfect for every Occasion!

Until now the choices for cosmetic teeth whitening have been: pay lots of money to a dentist or buy a retail product that you take home which hurts and/or doesn’t work very well. SmileLABS gives you whiter teeth immediately without hurting your hip pocket or your teeth!

Our revolutionary combination of patented gel and LED lights gives your teeth the whiteness your smile deserves! It’s fast, painless and less than a third of what the dentists charge for the same result.

Our product and system is non-invasive, non-burning, it leaves no after-taste; importantly whilst giving great whitening results it does not damage the enamel, the dentine or the teeth at all.

Instead of teeth whitening costing between $500 and $1500 at the dentist, we have a premium affordable whitening system that is incredibly inexpensive as we charge $99 for a Single (15 minute) session and $149 for a Double (30 minute) session. A Triple (45 minute) session is $199 and a Quad (1 hour) session is $249. The results are spectacular and our clients leave very happy.

Don’t spend thousands at the dentist for the brighter whiter smile you’ve always wanted. Experience the revolution that is already changing smiles today at SmileLABS Terrigal.

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That's Entertainment!

GHOST THE MUSICAL is coming to Sydney’s Theatre Royal from 18 March headed by ROB MILLS as ‘Sam Wheat’, JEMMA RIX as ‘Molly Jensen’ (Wicked fans will be overjoyed), ALEX RATHGEBER as ‘Carl Bruner’ (direct from his Helpmann Award Winning performance in Anything Goes) and introducing British actress WENDY MAE BROWN as ‘Oda Mae Brown’ (the role made famous by Whoopi Goldberg).

Set in modern day New York City, Ghost The Musical is a timeless fantasy about the power of love. Walking back to their apartment one night after a romantic dinner, Sam and Molly are mugged, leaving Sam dead on a dark street. Sam is trapped as a ghost between this world and the next and unable to leave Molly, whom he learns is in grave danger.

With the help of Oda Mae, a phony storefront psychic, Sam tries to communicate with Molly in the hope of saving and protecting her.

Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Film in 1990, Ghost became a blockbuster hit and an instant classic, winning numerous awards worldwide.

The film starred Patrick Swayze, Demi Moore, Tony Goldwyn and Whoopi Goldberg and was directed by Jerry Zucker. www.ghostthemusical.com.au Venue: Theatre Royal, 108 King Street, Sydney Dates: From Friday 18 March, 2016 Prices: From $64 to $134.

Book: Ticketmaster 136 100 or ticketmaster.com.au

Georgy Girl - the Seekers Musical GEORGY GIRL - THE SEEKERS MUSICAL, features all their hit songs including The Carnival is Over, I’ll Never Find Another You, Morningtown Ride, A World of Our Own, I am Australian and of course, the Oscar-nominated Georgy Girl. These classic songs have been enjoyed by generations of music lovers around the world, and particularly by Australians, for whom The Seekers are part of their musical DNA. www.georgygirlthemusical.com

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Venue: State Theatre Dates: From 2 April 2016 – 9 weeks only Prices: Tickets from $60.00* Bookings: www.ticketmaster.com.au/georgygirl or 1300 723 038

THINKSPACE WORKSHOPS AT POWERHOUSE MUSEUM & SYDNEY OBSERVATORY Three new THINKSPACE Workshops will be featured in the April school holidays launching on 9 April and running to 24 April and one workshop at Sydney Observatory.

THINKSPACE workshops allow participants to create and produce professional YouTube videos using inspiration from around the museum and real YouTuber filming and editing techniques.

Plus the very popular THE ART OF THE BRICK: DC COMICS continues featuring the world’s largest collection of DC Comics-inspired LEGO® artwork including the most enduring Super Heroes and Super-Villains: from Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman, to The Joker and Harley Quinn. A brandnew, life-size, Batmobile, built entirely out of LEGO® bricks, is on show alongside more than 100 other works of art.

THINKSPACE WORKSHOPS AT POWERHOUSE MUSEUM:YOUTUBE CREATOR CRASH COURSE

Ages 10 – 12 Learn how to create original YouTube content and promote your videos.

NEXT BIG HIT Ages 9 – 12 Meet other like-minded people who can collaborate on your project. So if you are passionate about song writing, come and join us to write the next big hit!

UNITY MULTIPLAYER GAME WITH C#13-15 Ages 13 – 15 Create your own multiplayer game using Unity 5 then play it on your device at home!

THINKSPACE AT SYDNEY OBSERVATORY:PHYSICAL COMPUTING AND ROCKETS Ages 9 – 12 Learn how to control electronic components with code. Explore Arduino with the custom ThinkerShield board. Control lights, make music with a buzzer and use sensors to read in the environment.

Explore accelerometer and dataloggers by strapping them to bottle rockets. Create the best lander module by determining the amount of force on the lander. This exciting workshop creates a platform to continue exploring the maker space upon completion.

Enquiries and bookings: www.ticketek.com.au Info: www.maas.museum

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WHAT'S ON MARCH / APRIL Till Sun 6 March HUMBLE BOY Woy Woy Little Theatre. Humble Boy a love story with a sting by Woy Woy Little Theatre. Felix, a brilliant but socially inept astrophysicist at Cambridge University, is sunk in a black hole. His research into the Theory of Everything has stalled and his only salvation lies in solving the chaos of his own life. Ph: (02) 4344 4737 Till Wed 16 March RES EXHIBITION Gosford Regional Gallery. Minimal abstractionist, Christopher Dewar investigates the process of objectmaking through two-dimensional wallbased works. Ph: (02) 4304 7550 Till Sun 3 April CLOTH: FROM SEEDS TO BLOOM Gosford Regional Gallery. Cloth: From Seeds to Bloom. Comprising Julie Paterson's domestic textile objects, which take the viewer on a journey from the humble seed through to the luscious bloom. Ph: (02) 4304 7550 Till Sun 3 April THE GIFT EXHIBITION Gosford Regional Gallery. Works within this collection have been donated by over 40 artists and their families including artwork by major Australian artists John Coburn, Elizabeth Cummings, Shay Docking, Elwyn Lynn, Tony Tuckson and Margaret Woodward.

Ph: (02) 4304 7550 Fri 4 - Sun 6 March NSW SURF LIFE SAVING AGE CHAMPIONSHIPS Ocean Beach, Umina. Australia's largest surf sports carnival attracts more than 8000 competitors, along with 600 volunteer officials and up to 15,000 family and spectators. Ph: (02) 9471 8000 Sat 5 March INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY EXPO University of Newcastle, Ourimbah. An annual family friendly event celebrating the achievements of women on the Central Coast. cciwdexpo@gmail.com Sat 5 March CCCMA 40TH BIRTHDAY Central Coast Leagues Club. The Central Coast Country Music Association 40th Birthday celebration at CCLC Gosford,

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providing food and entertainment from Award winning country band and guests artists. Ph: (02) 4332 2547 Sat 5 March DRAGON LIVE Mingara Recreation Club. Iconic rockers Dragon are heading to Mingara to celebrate an Australian institution, Countdown. Revel in the best music of the 1970s. Ph: (02) 4349 7799 Sat 5 March GIRRAKOOL BLUES FESTIVAL & BBQ Mount Penang Parklands. Acts include USA Mississippi Hill-Country Blues Band “Cedric Burnside Project”, Australian Legendary Blues Band “The Backsliders”, the Voice Finalist “Gail Page” and comedian “I’m so Tuff” George Smilovici.

Ph: (02) 4379 1668 Sat 5 March EASY STREET HOT RODS - SHOW N SHINE Toukley Village Green. 34th Annual Rod Run with a "Show n Shine" display of Hot Rods! Check out these spectacular machines, have a chat with their owners and enjoy a day of live entertainment, browsing the local businesses, stalls or enjoy a meal at one of our amazing family eateries. Ph: (02) 4397 1711 Sat 5 March DRUMFEST Memorial Park, The Entrance. Premier free drumming event featuring world class local and international drumming, cultural and performance groups and workshops. Ph: (02) 4350 5555 Sun 6 March FOOTBALL: MARINERS V MELB VICTORY www.ccmariners.com.au Wed 9 & Thurs 10 March NSW SURF LIFE SAVING MASTERS CHAMPIONSHIPS Ocean Beach, Umina. Come along and watch all the excitement of Australia's largest surf sports carnival!

Ph: (02) 9471 8000 Thurs 10 March GETTING HITCHED TWILIGHT EXPO Mingara Recreation Club. With around 100 exhibitors and lots of space the Getting Hitched Expo is the complete one stop bridal expo for wedding couples! Ph: 0412 622 400

Fri 11 March OCEAN FILM FESTIVAL AUSTRALIA Avoca Beach Picture Theatre. Two hours of sublime footage taken above and below the water’s surface. Captivating cinematography, complete with awe-inspiring underwater scenes and fast-paced wave sequences that have been captured from unbelievable vantage points. Each of the films are filled with moving footage, touching interviews and insightful narrations which convey a deep respect and appreciation for the world’s oceans. www.oceanfilmfestivalaustralia.com.au Fri 11 - Sun 13 March NSW SURF LIFE SAVING OPEN CHAMPIONSHIPS Ocean Beach, Umina. Enjoy all the excitement of Australia's largest surf sports carnival! Ph: (02) 9471 8000 Sat 12 & Sun 13 March BONSAI EXHIBITION Erina Room, Erina Library. Around 100 trees on display plus demonstrations throughout the weekend, sales area for trees, starters, and pots. There will also be a children’s corner where children can pot their own bonsai under the guidance of one of the members. www.centralcoastbonsai.org.au Sat 12 March SHANE NICHOLSON LIVE Hardys Bay Club. Winner of the 2015 ARIA award for Best Country Album Shane Nicholson is live at Hardys Bay Club. www.hardysbayclub.com.au Sun 13 March WEDDING EXPO Mercure Kooindah Waters Central Coast.

Experience a fresh and contemporary venue with uninterrupted views over the lush golf course and wetlands as your backdrop. Meet with an experienced events team and explore over 30 event suppliers. Ph: (02) 4355 5777 Sun 13 March 20 MILE LUNCH Julie’s Place, North Gosford. This beautiful lunch will showcase the best the Coast has to offer, all sourced within a 20 mile radius of our kitchen. A leisurely multicourse meal with matching wines, all in celebration of this beautiful place we call home. Ph: (02) 4337 0777

Disclaimer: Central Coast Tourism and Imag have made every effort to provide accurate information, however we cannot guarantee o

Sat 19 March CAST OFF SEAFOOD FESTIVAL Fishermen's Wharf. Hosted by Fishermen's Wharf Woy Woy, the festival will be a great waterfront party with a focus on sustainable seafood. With seafood feasts, live music, cooking demonstrations, ferry rides & markets. www.castofffestival.com.au Sat 19 March HARMONY DAY Kibble Park, Gosford. Celebrating cultural diversity with food stalls, music, dance and stories. www.wyong.nsw.gov.au/ harmonyday Sat 19 & Sun 20 March RAW CHALLENGE Doyalson. 40+ epic obstacles! For all fitness levels and ages! A great way to challenge you and your friends while having fun and getting dirty, very dirty! www.rawchallenge.com.au Sat 19 March - Wed 20 April A CENTRAL VISION EXHIBITION Gosford Regional Gallery. Showcases the wonderful range of artworks completed across the Year 7 - Year 12 curriculum at secondary public schools across the Central Coast. Ph: (02) 4304 7550 Sat 19 March FOOTBALL: MARINERS V SYDNEY FC www.ccmariners.com.au Sun 20 March CENTRAL COAST BLACK DOG RIDE DAYER The Entrance Leagues Club. Join in on the local ride! Ph: 0413 873 276 Sun 20 March MORRIS MINOR CAR DISPLAY Memorial Park, The Entrance. Bring the family to see these iconic cars on display!

Wed 23 - Mon 28 March THE GREAT MOSCOW CIRCUS Mingara Recreation Club. The Great Moscow Circus is bringing us a high energy and exciting new 2-hour production. The action-packed show will feature a sensational line-up of superstar new Russian and International performers in the best Moscow Circus ever. Ph: 1300 667 269 Sat 26 March STAR104.5 LIVE The Entertainment Grounds, Gosford.

One day, 12 acts, 40 massive hits.

Including Richard Clapton, Thirsty Merc and Dragon. Purchase tickets now! Ph: (02) 4325 0461

Sun 27 March HIGH TEA Forest of Tranquility, Ourimbah. Come, relax and unwind. Enjoy a stroll in the forest, view the artist and sculpture exhibition, and then indulge in a 10 mini treat High Tea. Ph: 0408 659 494 Fri 1 April – Fri 8 April SENIORS PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION Kincumber Library. Categories include: Multicultural Central Coast, Central Coast wildlife, Central Coast Landscapes, Central Coast portraits and Central Coast Seniors in Action. Ph: (02) 4304 7641 Sat 2 April STAR 104.5 TOAST THE COAST The Entertainment Grounds, Gosford.

This community event will host a tantalizing array of food, wine, beer and cider sourced from local growers and producers and cooking demonstrations from celebrity chef Julie Goodwin. www.toastthecoast.com.au Sun 3 April NRL: SYDNEY ROOSTERS V WARRIORS www.centralcoaststadium.com.au Fri 8 - Sun 10 April CLUBSNSW ACADEMY GAMES 2016 Various Locations. Approx 800 athletes: coaches and team officials from eleven NSW academies and invited interstate Academies will participate in up to eight sports. www.academygames.com.au Sat 11 April - Sat 30 May SCULPTURE ON THE GREENS Mercure Kooindah Waters Central Coast.

See page 21 for more information.

Fri 8th April STARS OF THE CENTRAL COAST Laycock Street Theatre. Gala fundraising event - local celebrities are teamed with a professional dancer! Ph: (02) 4323 3233 Sat 9 April FOOTBALL: MARINERS V JETS www.ccmariners.com.au Sat 9 April - Mon 2 May I WITNESS EXHIBITION Gosford Regional Gallery. Chronological journey of leading Australian artist and filmmaker George Gittoes' 40 year career, with his paintings, drawings, installation and film, printmaking and artist diaries.

Ph: (02) 4304 7550 Sun 10 April 'GOATS' FAMILY FESTIVAL Koala Park, San Remo. Free family festival featuring an array of local and interstate

ongoing accuracy of the information, services or quality of the businesses & events listed.

artists with a range of music styles and tastes on offer. Ph: (02) 4390 7888 Fri 15 April WES CARR - HERE COMES THE SUN Layock St Theatre. Much-loved Australian singer songwriter Wes Carr interpreting George Harrison’s songbook – taking on such chart topping classics as My Sweet Lord and What is Life. Ph: 4323 3233 Sat 16 & Sun 17 April BATTLEFIELD CHALLENGE The Entertainment Grounds, Gosford.

7km with over 40 obstacles. Suitable for every level of fitness. www. operationblackhawk.com/bfchallenge Sat 16 April WET WILD N RHYTHM Toukley Skate Park. Free family event features live music, a free sausage sizzle, rock climbing wall, vertical bungee, skate demos from SLAM, archery tag and more! Ph: (02) 4397 1711 Sat 16 April NARARA ECOBURBIA FESTIVAL Narrara Valley High School. Celebrate everything that makes our suburbs different, interesting, more sustainable.

Music, performances, markets, indoor and outdoor exhibitors, workshops, talks and seminars. neln.org.au/ecoburbia See page 57 for more information.

Sun 24 April HIGH TEA Forest of Tranquility, Ourimbah. Come, relax and unwind. Enjoy a stroll in the forest, view the artist and sculpture exhibition and then indulge in a 10 mini treat High Tea. Ph: 0408 659 494.

Sat 30 April & Sun 1 May GOSFORD REGIONAL SHOW Showground Rd, Gosford. The 129th Gosford Regional Show for 2015 is packed with fun and entertainment for the whole family! From performances and exhibitions to wood chopping and fire displays don’t miss a great day out!

Ph: (02) 4385 1030 THE BATEAU BAY VIEW CLUB, working for the Smith Family, will hold it’s lunch meeting at the The Entrance Leagues Club (Tigers), 3 Bay Village Road, Bateau Bay on the 1ST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH commencing at 10.30am. New members and visitors are most welcome. Contact Kay 4368 3183 or Robbie 4368 6131.

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Celebrate Good Friday Celebrate Good Friday @ Pullman Magenta Shores Resort Celebrate Good Friday @ Pullman Magenta Shores Resort @ Pullman Magenta Shores Resort

Friday 25th March 2016 Friday 25th March 2016 From 6pm Friday 25th March 2016 From 6pm From 6pm

Seafood Tower Seafood Tower Seafood Tower for two $110.00 for two $110.00 additional person $55.00 for $110.00 additional $55.00 (Barretts Atwo Laperson Carte Menu & Bar Menu are also available) (Barretts A Laperson Carte Menu & Bar Menu are also available) additional $55.00 (Barretts A La Carte Menu & Bar Menu are also available)

Bookings Essential Bookings Essential Contact Barretts Restaurant on Bookings Essential Contact Barretts 02 4352 8137 orRestaurant on Contact 02 4352Barretts 8137 orRestaurant on H8791-FB7@accor.com 02 4352 8137 or H8791-FB7@accor.com H8791-FB7@accor.com www.pullmanmagentashores.com.au www.pullmanmagentashores.com.au 1 Magenta Drive, Magenta NSW 2261 www.pullmanmagentashores.com.au 1 Magenta Drive, Magenta NSW 2261 1 Magenta Drive, Magenta NSW 2261

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For more info see page 4

WHAT'S ON MARCH & APRIL

bistro 14

FRIDAY

14 Heath Rd, Hardys Bay Ph: 02 4360 1072 www.hardysbayclub.com.au

25th MARCH

MARCH Sat 5

7.30pm: Happy Hour

Sun 6

3pm: Jam led by the Central Coast Blues Society

Sat 12

7.30pm: Shane Nicholson live. Tickets $28 from Oztix or the Bistro 4360 2014

Sun 13

3pm: Jam led by Stompbox Shane

Sat 19

7.30pm: The Rewbies

Sun 20

7.30pm: Jam led by Scott McLaren

Thurs 24

7.30pm: Trivia with El Triviachi

Fri 25

7.30pm: Shawn Lidster

Sat 26

4pm: Exhibition Opening ‘Faces of the Bay’

Sat 26

7.30pm: Tell Billy

Sun 27

3pm: Jam led by Driftwood

This show delivers a stunning replication of all the classic INXS tracks, performing songs from their first album all the way through to their latest hits.

TICKETS $15 MEMBERS, $20 NONMEMBERS 8.30PM

What’s on at the Clubs

bistro 14

Phone: (02) 4343 0111 51 – 52 The Esplanade ETTALONG NSW 2257 www.ettalongdiggers.com

28 Masons Pde Gosford Ph: 02 4325 7216

For more info see page 5

APRIL Sun 3

2pm: Jam led by Ben Woodham

Sat 9

7.30pm: Punk Rock Hillbilly

Sun 10

2pm: Jam led by Central Coast Blues Society

Sat 16

7.30pm: The Retrospectives

Sun 17

2pm: Jam led by Ben Woodham

Thurs 21

7.30pm: Trivia with El Triviachi

Sat 23

7.30pm: Good Times She Wrote

Sun 24

2pm: Jam session led by Aubrey & Olsen

Mon 25

11am: Anzac Day Service. Club open from 12pm

Sat 30

7.30pm Harry Hookey

MON-FRI: Happy Hour 4.30-6pm WED: Members Badge Draw from 5.30pm • Meat Raffle from 5.30pm THURS: Dix Trivia from 7pm FRI: Meat Raffle from 5.30pm • Friday Night Footy - $3.50 schooners and house wine 7:30pm – 9:30pm SAT: Live Music from 6.30pm SUN: Poker from 3pm

EVERY SUNDAY Jam sessions run every Sunday led by a different musician each week.

Bring yourself, an instrument and get involved!

CLUB Mon-Thurs: Open from 3pm Fri-Sun: Open from 12pm BISTRO Thurs: Dinner from 6pm Fri-Sun: Lunch from 12pm, Dinner from 6pm

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Let's go Walkabout!

Going into the Australian bush is like wondering into a different world. There are gentle creatures all around you, but if your eyes and ears don’t know what to look for, you will feel as if you are completely alone.

You pass by unaware of the swamp wallaby standing perfectly still just meters away. Butterflies flitter silently. A honey eater dances like a shadow amongst the banksia flowers. A family of skinks basks in the crevices of a sandstone rock face. Even a huge emu disappears in front of you, lying on the ground, feathers blending with the leaf litter.

The days are wonderful, but it is as night falls that the magic really starts to happen. The almost imperceptible whoo-whoo-whoo of the tawny frogmouth. The flap of a flying fox with its black wings barely visible against the inky sky. The rustle of a bandicoot with a pouch full of joeys digging for bugs in the moonlight. The possum hanging motionless by its tail to reach the tastiest leaves.

For those who love the idea of going bush but don’t really know how to go about it, just book in for a “Wild Sleep Out” at Walkabout Park. Your ranger will guide

you along the bush tracks and introduce you to some amazing Aussie animals, many roaming free in the bush. After dark your ranger will take you spotlighting for wild creatures.

The evening ends with a campfire before everyone heads off to bed. You can choose whether to camp comfortably under canvas, or enjoy a little luxury in an eco-cottage. Wake up with the kangaroos, breakfast amongst the gum trees and go ‘behind the scenes’ for more animal encounters before the park opens to the general public.

Go to www.walkaboutpark.com.au for details about the different ways you can enjoy the animals and bush at Walkabout Park. An exciting place for kids. A fascinating place for adults. Whether you want to stride out along the tracks or relax at the visitor centre, this is a great adventure for everyone.

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Historical Museum houses 19th & 20th century memorabilia, Slab Shed, Machinery Shed,Wash-house, 2 seater Dunny, BBQ picnic, Local history.

Open 10am to 3pm Wed/Sat/Sun. Entry fee $4 adult, conc. & children $3.

Owned & maintained by all volunteer BWHS Inc.

Take a step back in time and experience the maritime history of our nation. norahheadlighthouse.com.au

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25-27 Henry Kendall St West Gosford.

Ph: 4325 2270 fax: 4322 2589 info@henrykendallcottage.org.au www.henrykendallcottage.org.au

TreeTop Adventure Park, offers self-guided highrope courses, which involves climbing through a series of challenging obstacles, such as rope-ladders, wobbly bridges, tunnels and cargo-nets and are interspersed with flying-foxes (zip-lines).

These high-wire activities are progressive and designed to allow everybody to enjoy. The activities allow the whole family to enjoy a fun, healthy bonding experience in a wonderful forest without any special ability or knowledge.

TreeTop Adventure Park is composed of courses comprising of between 10 to 20 challenges. A challenge is a way to move from one tree to the other at a height of up to 20 metres. Each course is customized to a particular age group and designed with graded difficulty so participants can progress safely, at their own rhythm. The Adventure Park is separated into two separate sections: The Children’s area is designed for children 3-9 years of age. It includes 4 courses (beginner, easy, medium and difficult). Children’s bookings are for a two-hour session.

The Adult’s/Junior’s area is made up of 4 courses, which increase in height, difficulty and duration as participant’s progress through the levels in order. Once fitted with their safety equipment, participants attend

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a training session which includes a practice course.

Once they have demonstrated that they are ready to go, they can start their big adventure.

TreeTop Crazy Rider, Australia’s first tree based rollercoaster zip lines ramp up the WOW adventure factor as they swoop, twist, turn and zig zag through the trees in Ourimbah State Forest.

The one kilometre long Crazy Rider Xtreme is an exhilarating rush for those who dare as it darts through the forest six storeys above ground with 40 corners including four 360 degree turns. The Pioneer is a softer, 350m long adventure filled with twists and dips and loads of fun. Both zip lines are fully accessible for people of all abilities including wheelchair users.

Everyone can experience the rush of the Crazy Riders. www.TreeTops.com.au Ph2 4025 1008 Ourimbah State Forest - 1 Red Hill Road (off Yarramalong Road), Wyong Creek Nsw 2259

Alison Homestead

OPEN TUESDAY TO SATURDAY 10AM TO 3PM

Private Tours & School Bookings available

One of the largest private collections of military memorabilia in Australia open to the public, interest groups and schools. A truly unique experience complete with life like scenes and sound effects from the Frontline.

Adults $12 Students & Concession $8

24 Tatura Ave Gosford NSW 2250 Ph: 4324 1588 www.cciwe.com.au

Home of Wyong District Museum & Historical Society Take a trip back in time…

Set on Wyong’s first land grant see displays of memorabilia, photos, tools and equipment relating to the early settlers of Wyong.

Covered outdoor area for functions and weddings, picnic area with BBQs & toilets, plant nursery and Men’s Shed.

Sun to Thurs 10am-2pm. Other times by appointment. Entry fee: $5 adult, $2 child.

1 Cape Road, Wyong 2259 Ph: 4352 1886 info@alisonhomestead.com.au www.alisonhomestead.com.au

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MARKETS GUIDE Avoca Beachside Market 4th Sunday of the month. 9am – 2pm. Heazlett Park, Avoca Beach. www.fixxevents.com.au 0416 097 707.

Bateau Bay Anglican Church Monthly Trash & Treasure Market Monthly Trash and Treasure Market & Op Shop, new & old, craft and food at Bateau Bay Anglican Church, Cnr Brooke Ave. & Eastern Rds. Killarney Vale, 8am to 1pm every 4th Saturday monthly except December. Stall holders welcome. Ph Steve 02 4396 8948 or bbac@gmail.com.au.

Central Coast Craft Sale Art Studios at Gosford Regional Gallery, 36 Webb Street, East Gosford. 2nd Saturday of the month (excluding January) 9.30am-4pm. Ph: 4323 3698 Supporting Children's Medical Research Institute.

Davistown RSL Charity Markets 19 Murna Rd, Davistown. Large all-weather undercover market July 20, Sept 21 & Nov 16 from 9am-2pm. Ph: Sue at Fairhaven 0407 757 866.

Ettalong Market Open every weekend & Monday public holidays 9am to 4pm. Huge variety of stalls, cafes and restaurants all undercover. Cnr Ocean View & Schnapper Rds, Ettalong Beach. You can get here by train, bus and ferry. Ph: 4341 1999.

Fairhaven’s Op Shop & Re-use Centre 209 Brisbane Water Drive, Point Clare. Open Monday to Friday 10am-3pm and Saturdays 10am-2pm. One of the cheapest Op Shops on the Coast! Contact Sue 0407 757 866.

Gosford City Farmers Market Weekly every Sunday 8.00am till 1.00pm The Entertainment Grounds (Gosford Racecourse) 4 Racecourse Road, Gosford West.

Mangrove Mountain Country Markets LAST Sunday of the month. 9am-2pm at Peats Ridge Public School, Peats Ridge Road, Peats Ridge. Promoting local products and produce.

Indoor and Outdoor. New stall-holders welcome.

Not for profit organisation. Ph Sheryl 4377-1761 or sheryljarecki@gmail.com

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Terrigal Market Day Anglican Church Holy Trinity Market Day. Third Saturday of each month 8am to 1pm. 92 Serpentine Road Terrigal. Our OP Shop opens Tues to Fri 9am to 4pm, Sat 10am to 1pm. Ph 43 651280.

The Entrance Lions Club Charity Market Every Sunday morning. Dening Street Car Park (behind Cinema ). Sundays 8:30am - 12:30pm.

0481 332 542.

The Entrance Farmers Market 1st & 3rd Saturday each month 8.00am till 1pm, Memorial Park, The Entrance.

The Olive Tree Market Civic Park, Newcastle. First Saturday of the month (except July) 9am - 3pm. Rain, Hail or Shine! Next Market July 11th & August 1st. With over 120 stalls including: homewares, fashion, jewellery, textile arts, gourmet artisan produce and much more!

Toukley Sunday Market Coles car park, Yarralla Street, Toukley, 7am - 1pm. Over 70 stalls from Craft, Bric-a-Brac, Doggy Treats, Plants, some seasonal fruits and vegies and much more. Open every Sunday weather permitting. For more info call Don 0416 280 589.

Wyee Markets Held 2nd Saturday of each month Wyee Community Hall Grounds, 114 Wyee Rd. Wyee (cnr of Wyee Rd. and Hue Hue Rd. Wyee) from 8.30 to 1pm. Ph: Michael 43571840.

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• Serving organic coffee and locally sourced cakes, slices & loose leaf tea • Off street parking • Outside dining under the gum trees FAIRHAVEN SERVICES “Vintage Fair, The Collective” part of Fairhaven Services is a brand new shopping experience, based at Point Clare. Visitors can amble through their op shop, gallery, pre loved furniture barn, second hand book store with free storytime for children (Thursday 1011am), handmade and up-cycled goods retail shop and café. With such a variety there is guaranteed to be something new to see each time.

Fairhaven supports employees with disabilities who are involved in furniture up-cycling, soap making, felting and other crafts all made onsite for the Vintage Fair retail area. Proceeds from the sales in this retail area go straight back to Fairhaven to benefit people with disabilities.

Vintage Fair is open 10am - 3pm Mon to Friday and 10am - 2pm Saturdays, with the café opened from 9am.

NEW! CHILDREN'S STORY TIME on Thursday mornings every week in the School House Book Store from 10 - 11am. This is a free activity, no bookings required.

Parking is right at the door. Enjoy a coffee afterwards in the café while the kids can play on the grass.

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Gosford City Farmers Market Every Sunday from May 3rd, 2015 Gosford City Farmers Market will commence operations at Gosford Racecourse/ The Entertainment Grounds between 8am and 1pm.

Gosford City Farmers Market, like the other flagship farmers' markets operated

by NSW Farmers Markets Pty Ltd, will be a haven for fresh produce direct from the farmer or producer with a wide range of fresh vegetables, fruits, primary produce including gourmet jams and preserves, olive oil products, pestos, macadamia nuts and fresh home made products.

The market will include other food related items from high quality "food-to-eat" vendors. Flowers, plants and trees will also be available for sale.

Additionally the market will also feature handmade quality products from artists and designers.

Avenues of marquees brimming with vibrant vegetables, fruit, melt in your mouth products such as Goat and Sheep Cheeses, Lebanese humus, fresh baked breads, patisserie, farm gate meats and other gourmet delights - now add the all important creative souls who bring this to you every week - the Farmers and Artisans who attend Rain, Hail and Shine to serve their customers. The Farmers and Artisans offer up their knowledge, enthusiasm and products from the fruits of a lot of hard work.

We believe this exemplifies the country passion of local food, a commitment to farming and the environment to deliver the freshest product direct from the farm gate to you that just cannot be replicated at a supermarket.

NSW Farmers Market Pty Ltd have said for many years that Farmers and Makers markets are good for product development, good for the local economy, good for sustainability, good for the environment, good for public well-being and good for tourism.

Have you visited a Farmers Market lately? For Enquiries please call Elizabeth on 0427 630 144.

The market operates every Sunday from 8.00am till 1.00pm Rain, Hail or Shine.

Gosford City Farmers’ Market will feature a wide range of fresh vegetables, fruits and primary produce including gourmet jams and preserves, olive oil products, pestos, macadamia nuts and fresh home made products. The market will include other food related items as well as high quality “food-to-eat” vendors. Flowers, plants and trees will also be available for sale.

Additionally the market will also feature hand-made products other than food such as artists, designers and other quality artifacts.

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Peninsula Theatre Woy Woy

Dinkum Assorted

by Linda Aronson

Probably the only play in the world written for a cast of fifteen women and a nanny goat, “Dinkum Assorted” is a wild comedy with music, moods and mirth, set alongside some thought-provoking stories about women striving for personal and professional freedom.

Set in a remote North Queensland country town biscuit factory during World War II, the play shows how the all-female cast factory workers fight to save the factory, run a ‘Mum’s Army’ Civil Defence Unit, put on a show for the War Effort – and cope with the fact that two thousand US airmen have just been stationed outside town.

“Dinkum Assorted” is Woy Woy Little Theatre’s second production for 2016 at Woy Woy’s Peninsula Theatre, and the first to be directed

by Fran Kendall since 2008 when she directed another Australian classic, “Lipstick Dreams”.

“Dinkum Assorted” was a success from its opening night at the Sydney Opera House and has for many years been a perennial favourite across Australia because of its many fine parts for women.

The cast includes Lonny Edge, Wendy de Beyer, Teanau Mason, Catie Elgood, Amelia NewellClose, Christine Cherry, Lianne Haddock, Helen Herridge, Pamela Brown, Kathryn Peterson, Shea Wicks and Ann Wilden.

Bookings can be made through Woy Woy Little Theatre’s website: woywoylt.com or phone 4344 4737 and leave a message after the beep.

Performance Dates: Friday & Saturday evenings (8pm) on May 20, 21, 27, 28, June 3 & 4.

Sunday matinees (2pm) on May 22, 29 and June 5, with an additional matinee on Saturday March 14 @ 2pm.

Peninsula Theatre, cnr Ocean Beach & McMasters Rds, Woy Woy. woywoylt.com.au.

All enquiries 4344 4737.

Marine Rescue Central Coast

Be a Responsible Boater Boat responsibly – always be alert and careful when using your boat. Make sure you are prepared and always wear your life jacket every time you are on the water. Accidents happen very quickly and unexpectedly. If you are geared up, you are ready to help yourself and your passengers. Develop the Life Jacket habit!

Know the Nautical Rules of the Road Knowing the nautical rules of the road is important for all boaters. Understand what to do when meeting, crossing or over-taking other boats. This can prevent costly damage to your boat, personal injury or even loss of life. If you think there is a chance of collision you should slow down, stop or steer away from the situation.

Maintaining a good lookout and travelling at a safe speed are part of the navigation rules and should be an important part of your boat procedures.

Stay Sober While Boating It’s dangerous to operate a boat when drinking.

Operating a boat under the influence of alcohol or drugs is illegal. A boat driver with blood alcohol content over .05 is ten times more likely to die in a boating accident than one with a zero blood alcohol level. Be safe – stay sober. www.centralcoastimag.com.au

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Food worth travelling for

The Italian Restaurant Review Our party of five chose a scorching hot day in the middle of a heat wave, to visit Azzuro Blu Wharf at The Entrance. We were immediately refreshed by a Valley of the Giants Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2016, along with the amazing view of the Sea. The meal was outstanding! We had a great choice of seafood starters ranging from fresh oysters that tasted heavenly, stuffed squid with chorizo, chilli and breadcrumbs which was so tender and delicious, lightly battered calamari that melted in the mouth and also a wonderful fresh tomato bruschetta.

Main courses ranged from Scampi alla Grillia – beautifully grilled prawns - that were tasty and fleshy on a bed of rocket and parmesan salad, a traditional pasta Marinara which was subtly herbed with continental parsley, a whole champagne lobster Mornay that had a gorgeous cheese sauce, chicken Ripieni - tender chicken breast fillet that was filled with chorizo, ricotta and sundried tomatoes and had a tasty creamy masala, bacon and mushroom sauce. A lot of these great choices on the menu were suitable for

our gluten intolerant guests.

We noticed other patrons Food enjoying a meat worth and seafood grill travelling for! that we wished we had ordered, (good reason to visit The Italian Restaurant again) as the quality of food is truly amazing all round.

Desserts were fantastic, everyone loves gelato and we tried mango and passion fruit which were presented in beautiful cocktail glasses and which were consumed with relish. There was a delicious baci (Italian kiss) filled with a tasty hazelnut chocolate ice cream and a cannoli filled with a superb ricotta custard. Coffees were hot and of good quality served by Kaitlin, our attentive waitress.

Congratulations to Kelly the manager for the way the establishment is run, as the food and service were excellent!

We can’t wait to eat there again.

Emilia Risi

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Delicious pasta, a variety of traditional pizzas & Italian dishes Experience the best authentic and traditional Italian cuisine on NSW Central Coast.

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Breakfast: Sunday 9am - 11am Lunch: Monday to Friday 11am - 2.30pm Saturday 11am - 3pm.

Sunday open all day from 9am - 8.30pm Dinner: Monday to Saturday 5.30pm - 8.30pm Azzuro Blu Wharf 12 The Entrance Road, The Entrance Ph 4333 8885 www.facebook.com/the italian restaurant www.theitalianrestaurant.com.au

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Food worth travelling for!

Busby's Café Restaurant Busby's Café Restaurant is located in the picturesque valley of Wisemans Ferry. Known as a popular tourist destination, positioned on the banks of the Hawkesbury River, our location serves as an idyllic setting for a relaxing lunch or evening out. Set back from the busy main street, we are still centrally located within the hub of Wisemans Ferry.

Whilst dining at Busby's Café Restaurant you have the option to enjoy morning tea in front of the beautiful open fire, a scrumptious lunch outside on the lovely open balcony overlooking the escarpments or a relaxed exquisite A La Carte dinner indoor amongst the artwork of talented local artists.

Pre-dinner drinks can also be served in front of the open fire in winter, or outdoor on the charming alfresco balcony.

The Hidden Courtyard Café & Flowers by Marianne Specialising in fresh & silk Wedding bouquets

We now have Indoor seating

BOOK NOW High Tea Early Breakfast meetings Birthday parties Small Wakes Girls Day Out with floristry lessons Mothers Day Flowers & Brunch/Lunch

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Open 7 days for Breakfast and Lunch Dinner Friday & Saturday Shop 12/5557 Old Northern Rd, Wisemans Ferry Phone: (02) 4566 4787 www.busbyscaferestaurant.com.au

18a Railway St Woy Woy NSW 2256

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Food worth travelling for!

Loving Local is a small ethical food store supplying healthy, organic, vegan and gluten free options, we love to support local and Australian food producers.

SEACOAST FISHING Fresh local

fish & lobsters oysters & prawns

straight from the ocean plus...

Open Thursdays & Fridays 11am - 6pm Saturday 9am to 6pm. Sunday if available all week school holidays

Cnr Scenic Rd & Patanga St Kincumber Tel: 4368 6160

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LOVING LOCAL Shop 2/82A Ocean View Drive, Wamberal (Between Sapa & Green Room Café) Phone 4339 7810

Seacoast Fishing Our commercial fishing business has been operating from Kincumber for the past 8 years and we have the freshest fish in town, straight from the boat to our shop, which is located 400 metres from the Scenic Road roundabout towards Macmasters Beach.

Our catch consists of snapper, ocean jackets, bream, trevally, mullet. Mullet being the catch of the month (April) and also Eastern Rock Lobsters.

We also have local oysters, school prawns and a variety of frozen products.

As our weather cools and the westerly winds start, mullet season begins for us. This happens each year, when the mullet ‘ school up’ in large patches and head out of the estuaries and travel out to sea to spawn. Our licenced boys use the hauling nets to catch mullet travelling along the coastline before the fish head out to sea.

Mullet has the best omega 3 oil content, which is so good for us, flavour is strong, but a great fish to eat.

Open: Thurs, Fridays 11am to 6pm and Saturdays 9am to 6pm. SEACOAST FISHING at Scenic Rd, Kincumber, 400m from Cullens Road roundabout “a real fishing home”. Come and try the freshest fish in town!

Karinyas Restaurant Our group of three were eager to try Karinyas restaurant at Mercure’s Kooindah Waters. The establishment has undergone a wonderful transformation at the hands of general manager Stephan Leroy. Once Klara, Pam and I read the selections on the Karinyas menu, we could not wait to experience the plethora of tastes created by head chef Keiron Brabender.

Murphy Grimes took great care of us on the night and recommended a variety of Robert Oatley wines to match our choices of entrees and main dishes. The service was outstanding and we were comfortable in her capable hands.

The entree platter contained a selection of seared Japanese scallops, pork and pistachio terrine, crispy skin Barker Creek pork belly, and roaring forties King Island blue cheese that we shared, but we also chose the Vietnamese crunchy salad of shredded vegetables, spiced wantons and candied chillies and the wonderfully fresh and subtly flavoured SA Coffin Bay oysters.

They all met our expectations. (We wallowed in the flavour of the creamy blue cheese and the wonderfully cooked pork belly!) The 2014 Robert Oatley Riesling and 2014 Chardonnay married well with these fantastic selections. There are set menus with good choices of starters and main courses for affordable prices which are recommended. People with dietary needs are also well catered for.

We wanted to try a variety of main courses which consisted of a beautifully pink Veal cutlet with Cafe de Paris butter and grilled asparagus, slow roasted pork neck marinated in honey and white Miso paste on stir fried bok choy, and

Restaurant Review

Kooindah Waters

Food worth travelling for! crispy skinned duck breast, cauliflower puree, pan fried asparagus and sour cranberry jus, all cooked to perfection and with flair.

The flavours were delicious and were enhanced by the Robert Oatley Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 and the Shiraz 2014.

Keiron Brabender suggested that we definitely keep room for dessert, and we could not agree with him more! Pam Duncan chose the white Belgian Callebaut chocolate orange tart with fresh raspberries and she was transported to a heavenly place. We also tried the Eton mess with meringue, berry compote and vanilla crème fraiche. Klara loved the crème caramel with fresh raspberries and almond tuille, and my personal favourite was the apple hazelnut frangipani puff pastry galette with caramel macadamia ice cream which was truly delicious.

We thoroughly enjoyed our meal at Karinyas Restaurant and can highly recommend it as a great place for a sensational taste experience!

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The Entrance by Peter Tassell Brian Stringer

Jacqui's Art Gallery

Jacqui's Art Gallery is located at 219 Buff Point Avenue, Buff Point. We're on the corner of Buff Point Avenue and Narambi Road opposite Edgewater Park in Buff Point.

Open: 10am-3pm The first 3 weekends of the month and by appoinment. Ph:43992898 Entry: A gold coin donation which goes to the Cancer Council STRINGER & STRINGER ART Jacqui and Brian Stringer are currently featuring their artwork at the gallery.

You will find contemporary paintings by Jacqui, in various mediums styles and subjects.

Her paintings are in homes, offices and other venues in England, Australia and New Zealand.

Brian is a prize winning wood sculptor whose work has been acquired by collectors in USA, New Zealand, UK and Australia.

Angry Owl

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Sunflowers by Elizabeth Robson

Holiday in Port Stephens by Noeline Millar

Toukley & District Art Society The Toukley and Districts Art Society, in our home at the Federation Gallery and Information Centre, Wallarah Road Gorokan, just before Toukley Bridge, is the showcase for the Wyong Shire Art scene.

On display are paintings in oil, acrylics, watercolour and pastel, along with porcelain, hand-painted silk, craft work, jewellery, and original cards.

The monthly General meetings will be held on Monday 7th March and Monday 4th April starting at 10am.

On Tuesday 15th March we will be holding a Workshop by celebrated artist Joshua Fennell from 1pm to 4pm En Plein Air, and on Thursday 28th April we will be holding a Donna Gilbertson workshop from 9am to 4pm. Anyone wishing to attend either workshop, please phone the Gallery.

We are organising an Abstract Painting Class on the second Thursday of every month, 10th March and 14th April. Cost $5 - from 1pm to 4pm and everyone is welcome. Our Academy Painting mornings are held every Wednesday from 9am to 12 noon, but on 9th March and16th March, Peter Tassell will hold Still Life Oil/ Acrylic classes.

We now have a Lovely Coffee shop within the Gallery, open every day, so come in have a coffee or tea and browse around the Gallery.

All the artwork is by the Society's local members and are all for sale at reasonable prices. Come in and meet the artists.

The Art and Information Gallery, is open daily from Monday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm.

The entry is free, a donation is welcome. For more details call the Gallery on 4392 4666 or visit the website: www.toukleyartgallery.com.au

Central Coast Watercolour

Easter Showcase Exhibition

The Central Coast Watercolour Society is thrilled to announce Earl Hingston as its featured artist for our Easter Showcase Exhibition to be held at the Gosford Regional Gallery, 36 Webb Street, East Gosford Saturday 26th to Thursday 31st March 2016 from 10am to 4pm.

Earl has a passion for watercolour painting, especially landscapes, marinescapes and nautical scenes. His works have appeared in national and international books and magazines. He is a Fellow of the Australian Society of Marine Artists. Whilst focusing on watercolour, he also paints in acrylics, pastels, line and wash. Earl has donated his painting ‘Moorings at Woy Woy’ to be raffled during exhibition.

Anyone is welcome to come to our Free Try Your Hand at Watercolour sessions held in conjunction with the Exhibition on Easter Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 1pm to 4pm.

Contact Marlene on 0409 666 709 or Sue 0419 641 696 for details. http://centralcoastwatercolour.com.au Earl Hingston Painting ‘Moorings at Woy Woy’

LAKEHOUSE STUDIO WORKSHOPS • ART RETREAT • ART COMMISSIONS NEW WORKSHOP BOOKINGS ARE NOW BEING TAKEN Book online by Credit card Intuitive Painting with Acrylics Acrylic Inks & Resin Alcohol Inks Contact the Studio direct: 0407 123 200 info@lakehousestudio.com.au

Lakehouse Studio

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Cloth: From Seeds to Bloom

by Julie Paterson 6 Feb - 3 Apr 2016

Contemporary textiles commonly sit at the practical end of art and design. Cloth: From Seeds to Bloom is comprised of Julie Paterson's domestic textile objects, Cloth: From which take the viewer on a journey from Seeds to Bloom the humble seed through to the luscious - Julie Paterson bloom. Nine key textile groupings are broken into individual rooms with each displaying objects rich with pattern.

The Gift

the process of object-making through two-dimensional wall-based works. He is intrigued by how objects can signify social standing, create comfort, build relationships, represent spirituality and express personal identities. Dewar is well known for using various mediums to explore the relationship between humans and objects, while also exercising a simplified composition and a controlled palate.

A Central Vision 19 Mar - 20 Apr 2016

This exhibition acknowledges the achievements of visual arts students at secondary public schools across the Central Coast. A Central Vision creates a strong connection between the gallery, schools, teachers and the community, and showcases the wonderful range of artworks completed across the Year 7 - Year 12 curriculum.

I Witness by George Gittoes

6 Feb - 3 Apr 2016

This exhibition showcases The Hornsby Bestowed Collection and celebrates the generosity of a number of benefactors. Works within this collection have been donated by over 40 artists and their families including artwork by major Australian artists.

Res by Chris Dewar 13 Feb - 16 Mar 2016

Minimal abstractionist, Christopher Dewar investigates

9 Apr - 2 May 2016

I Witness presents a chronological journey of leading Australian artist and filmmaker George Gittoes' 40 year career, with a diverse body of work which includes: paintings, drawings, installation and film, printmaking and artist diaries. This is one of Australia's first major survey of work by Gittoes, who received the 2015 Sydney Peace Prize for over 45 years of work as a human artist, activist and filmmaker.

Brendon & Jude Weston FineArt Photography Australia

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Having been involved in river cruising for more than twenty five years, I can tell you firsthand that on the M.V. Lady Kendall it is truly the most relaxing and rewarding way to see the Brisbane water, Pittwater and the Hawkesbury River.

Beautiful views, rich culture, fascinating history, enriching encounters, fabulous food and wine - a Starship River Cruise offers all these things and so much more. You sail in comfort amidst glorious scenery to a variety of destinations.

Perhaps what surprises our guests most of all is that a Starship Cruises is such fantastic value. Our itineraries feature exceptional riverview, enlightening stories engaging cultural enrichment, and all on board meals.

The Lady Kendall provides an intimate, small-ship

ambience discrete yet attentive service by staff.

Because we offer great value great quality, we have been consistently voted the best in the business.

Of course, the real winners are our guests.

Whether you choose to cruise the Brisbane Waters, or the majestic Hawkesbury River, you will be treated to a cruise like no other.

Why not make 2016 the year that you discover the Scenic Central Coast? We look forward to welcoming you on board.

Departing from Gosford and Woy Woy Ph: 02 4323 1655. www.starshipcruises.com.au Louise De Martin, Director

A Convict Footprints Production in association with NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service

Convict Footprints on the Old Great North Road written by Steven Hopley directed by Jerry Retford

MAY 2016

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Tickets available from Central Coast Tourism 02 4343 4400 or online www.ticketbooth.com.au

Returns again in its FOURTH YEAR! Prepare to be immersed in the ‘LIVING HISTORY’ of the UNESCO World Heritage Listed Old Great North Road and experience multi-award-winning ‘THEATRE IN THE WILD’ in beautiful Dharug National Park

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Newcastle Airport Information Services Located in arrivals, the Newcastle Airport Information Services desk can: > book your airport transfers, including hire car / limousine and door-to-door shuttle bus services > book your accommodation, including negotiated hotel rates > provide information on local attractions, and tour bookings > provide brochure and map distribution, > provide train and public bus timetables.

Contact (02) 4928 9822 or visit www.newcastleairport.com.au

Gourmet Hunter Valley Wine Tours Operating daily from the Central Coast Private tours also available ...treat yourself to a diVine day out!

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Only 250 metres from the beach and the Fly Point Marine Reserve, Nelson Bay Breeze Resort provides some of the best accommodation Port Stephens has to offer.

With individually styled, fully self-contained loft or one level two bedroom apartments that have everything you require for your comfort and enjoyment to make it a relaxing holiday and a home away from home.

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BANJOS The Ultimate Escape

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• Offering just 3 luxury 4½ Star lodges (2 - 24 guests) • Exclusive recreational facilities • High energy activities to total relaxation • Come and enjoy our wonderful retreat & fabulous wildlife!

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Aberdeen Highland Games 2016

SATURDAY 2 JULY 2016

Jefferson Park New England Highway, Aberdeen NSW www.aberdeenhighlandgames.com Scone Vistors Centre 02 65401300

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The annual extravaganza held in the small town of Aberdeen in the Upper Hunter, renowned for its strong Scottish heritage, is being held on Saturday, July 2 at Jefferson Park, Aberdeen.

Now in the 17th year, the highland games is an event for the whole family. It features the massed pipes and drums, individual pipe band displays, Tartan Warrior’s with their feats of strength, Scottish highland and country dancing and many stalls.

Being Aberdeen’s signature event, the highland games involves the whole community and in the past has been well patronised by families from all over the Hunter Valley and beyond.

Visitors, guests, pipe bands and others will be coming from as far as Lithgow, Moree, Dubbo, Tamworth, Armidale and the Sydney metropolitan area as well as interstate to take part in the grand combination of history, pageantry and novelty.

A grand parade within the grounds will kick the programme off at 9.00am.

Honoured Guest for this year’s event will be Lachie Macdonald, High Commissioner for Clan Donald in Australia.

Aberdeen Highland Games president Charles Cooke said, “We are indebted to the mining industry, the thoroughbred industry and many others within the Upper Hunter region for their ongoing support.

Surplus funds, have each year been put back into the local communities which has amounted to a figure in excess of $80,000 since 2000.”

The games will be followed by a Ceilidh, a Celtic social gathering with a fine meal, music, stories and dancing at St Joseph's high School MPC on Saturday night from 6.30pm.

For more information visit the website at www.aberdeenhighlandgames.com or Facebook.

Tickets may be purchased on line via TryBooking. com.au or through the Scone Visitor Information Centre.

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Book a Wondabyne Sculpture Tour Discover Australia’s first ever International Sculpture Symposium and admire these stunning and unique pieces of sandstone art.

Guided tours take approximately 1.5-2 hours with ample time for reflection along the way. A minimum of ten people are required per booking.

Bookings are essential on (02) 4340 1002 or info@ccrdc.nsw.gov.au Parklands Road, Mt Penang Parklands, Kariong (2 minutes from the Gosford exit off M1)

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Meet Ken Duncan in gallery Easter Saturday 26th and Easter Monday 28th March Ken Duncan Gallery Opens 7 days a week from 10am • Free Entry 414 The Entrance Road ERINA HEIGHTS NSW 2260 Ph: 02 4367 6701 www.kenduncan.com Show your copy of iMag at the Ken Duncan Gallery for a sensation FREE audio visual experience and ask staff about your special iMag offer.