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Towns and villages on the Central Coast of NSW


Woy Woy

woy-woy-webWoy Woy is a coastal town and is a popular holiday and long weekend destination Woy Woy is part of the City of Gosford and is wedged on a peninsula between the western shores of Brisbane Waters and the Brisbane Waters National Park, providing magnificent views of the waterways. The words Woy Woy came from the language of an aboriginal tribe called the Guringgai, it is said to mean ‘Much Water’ or ‘Big Lagoon’ Woy Woy is a holiday and retirement center haven, located 8 km south of Gosford and 85 km north of Sydney. The area offers warm summer weather with opportunities presented for boating, swimming, fishing and water sport activities.


 



Gosford

gosford-webGosford is the major commercial centre on the Central Coast and is located at the northern end of Brisbane Water, 79 km north of Sydney. Retirees, commuters and young families are drawn to the area by the mild climate, stunning beaches, bushland and state forests. The freeway and the electric train service have ensured easy access to Sydney.
Geographically, the area is characterised by steep hills and valleys with surrounding state forests to the west and north-west. Tuggerah Lakes are situated to the north. Tourism, the seafood industry and forestry are major contributors to the city's economy.
The Central Coast has become a primary tourism destination for Sydneysiders, fishing being of particular interest. Since World War II it has developed as part of metropolitan Sydney with the construction of the freeway in the 1960s and the improvement of the rail service in the 1970s. Over the years, as Gosford has developed as a commuter, holiday and retirement centre, agricultural and horticultural industries have declined. Gosford was proclaimed a city in 1980.

 



Terrigal

terrigal-webTerrigal  - a delightful visitor/tourist destination on the Central Coast
The area is a popular residential, holiday resort and retirement centre on the Central Coast. It is located 91 km north of Sydney. Visitors are attracted to Terrigal for the opportunity to enjoy swimming, surfing and water sports, not to mention the natural scenery. Those keen on fishing will find snapper, flathead and jewfish and bream, flathead and blackfish in the surf.
The Esplanade, along the beachfront in Terrigal, is made particularly special by the well established stand of Norfolk Island Pines that line the foreshore. The most prominent natural feature of Terrigal is the headland known as 'The Skillion' at Broken Head which can be accessed via a walkway alongside the beach beneath the Norfolk Island Pines.
A truly special part of our NSW coastline!


Avoca Beach

avoca-webAvoca Beach is a popular weekend and holiday destination and is located 95 km north of Sydney. It is situated towards the southern end of a stretch of coastline from MacMasters Beach in the south to The Entrance in the north.
These days, the Avoca Beach area is a popular holiday destination for wealthy North Shore residents in Sydney. With an emphasis on beach and water sport activities, Avoca Beach is ideal for family orientated holidays and outings.  Its wooded hills and tranquility provide a unique setting for a great getaway!


Toukley

toukley-webToukley is a large town, 107 km north of Sydney on the Central Coast. It is set on the eastern side of the Wallarah Point Bridge which spans the waters of Tuggerah and Budgewoi Lakes.
There is some dispute about the origin of the name “Toukley” – one being “many brambles” and the other being “Toukley ouckley” meaning “rough one side”.
As the Lakes are relatively shallow and shark – free, they provide the perfect water setting for water sports and fishing. Tuggerah Lake is ideal for fishing from the foreshore - blackfish, whiting, mullet, snapper, bream, flounder, tailor, flathead, jewfish, tarwhine, crabs and prawns are usually in abundance

 


The Entrance

the-entrance-webThe Entrance is an attractive destination on the Central Coast and is located 99 km north of Sydney.
As a resort and retirement destination, The Entrance offers beautiful surf beaches, huge lakes and a delightful, foreshore parkland. The centrepiece of the town is “The Waterfront”, an open-air mall replete with cafes and eateries in an atmosphere accented by many fountains.
This is another Central Coast paradise for fishing for flathead, whiting, bream, blackfish and prawns. Fish for blackfish from the sea-wall that adjoins the boatshed near the bridge.

 


Wyong

Wyong is a major administrative and commercial centre on the Central Coast and is located 92 km north of Sydney. Two possible meanings for the word “Wyong” is an edible yam or a 'place of running water'.
A visitor can explore near-by Tuggerah Lake and the beautiful Yarramalong Valley.

From the early 20C, the area began to develop as a weekend getaway for Sydney and Newcastle residents and is now a major destination as a base to explore the region.


The Hinterland

The Hinterland beyond the coastal strip of the Central Coast, offers tranquillity amidst the spectacular countryside of the Watagan State Forest and Mountains and the Dooralong and Yarramalong Valleys. A visit to the stunning Somersby Falls is a ‘must do’ for a family looking for a picnic spot with an abundance of wildlife. The Hinterland awaits exploration:

  • The Big Flower at Ourimbah
  • Somersby Falls
  • Australian Reptile Park at Somersby
  • Mangrove Creek Dam
  • Horse Riding at Peats Ridge and Yarramalong
  • Macadamia Nut Farm at Yarramalong
  • The lushness of the green countryside makes this destination an explorer’s paradise!



Cooranbong

cooranbong-webCooranbong is located 116 km north of Syndey, and situated at the base of the Watagan Mountains. Cooranbong is the major gateway to the Watagan Mountains state forest, so rich in the natural beauty of Australian flora and fauna where spectacular views will take your breathe away providing campsites, lookouts, walking trails, picnic areas and well sign posted forest drives. Cooranbong is a quiet township, which blends the history and charm of yesterday with inviting country. The town center has a nice little restaurant and a variety of shops which include the well known and popular Elephant Shop selling a large range of Amethysts, Agate, Onyxware, Crystals, hand carved furniture and imported goods from South-East Asia. Cooranbong has two m



Morpeth

Morpeth is another of the Hunter Valley’s charming, historic townships.
Situated on the banks of the Hunter River, this inland River Port is 37km north-west of Newcastle. It has an abundance of Art and Craft, Antique and Curios shops housed in the historic buildings that line the streetscape. The Riverside setting adds to the ambience of this delightful, historic town – a “Must See” for the visitor.
 
 
What's On
 

diary-web'What's On' on the Central Coast of NSW

July

Check out these great winter warming, cool ideas this July.

5 Lands Walk is a FREE event and 2010 is set to be the biggest yet! This award winning event spans a nine kilometre route linking the coastal communities of MacMasters Beach, Copacabana, Avoca Beach, North Avoca and Terrigal, with a program of fun, cultural events and activities connecting the local Aboriginal community with our multi cultural society. The 5 Lands Walk connects people to people, and people to place. Further details on the walk and registration are available on www.5landswalk.com.au. 

Need a sport fix? Don’t miss all the rugby league action at Bluetongue Central Coast Stadium! The Cronulla Sharks will host Canterbury-Bankstown in Round 17 of the competition, with kickoff at 7:30pm on Saturday 3 July; while Manly-Warringah will host the Wests Tigers in their Round 20 match on Sunday afternoon, 25 July at 3:00pm. Tickets are available now through Ticketek.

Primary school children will love Dip, Dip, Dip Days to pass the time on Tuesdays during the School Holidays. Taking place on July 6th and 13th, the educational program at Mt Penang Gardens is filled with fun and includes kids gardening, dip netting, plant discovery, arts and craft and a range of garden games. Sessions take place at 10:30am and 1:30pm, and run for approximately two hours with all activities being included with the cost of garden entry. Bookings are essential – call 4340 1002.

For all the hunters and gathers, our markets provide the perfect location to obtain the freshest product on the coast.  The Entrance Growers Markets take place on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month, while the Avoca Beach Markets fill in a lazy 1st Sunday mornings of the month. If you miss The Entrance Markets, than schedule in the Gosford markets in Kibble Park on the 2nd Saturdays of the month but remember to be early to get the best and freshest produce.

More fantastic school holiday ideas, events and things to do can be found at www.visitcentralcoast.com.au or call the friendly team at Central Coast Tourism on 4343 4444 for suggestions and advice.

July 2010 Events

1st   Wyong Race Club – Horse Racing. Enquiries 4352 1083
3rd   5 Lands Walk – Macmasters Beach to Terrigal. Enquiries & Registration 4343 4444
3rd   The Entrance Farmers Market – Memorial Park, The Entrance. Enquiries 4930 5156
3rd   Bluetongue Stadium – NRL, Sharks v Bulldogs. Tickets 132 849
4th   St Fiacre Distillery – “High Spirit Sundays”. Enquiries 4365 3968
4th   Live at Lizottes, Kincumber – The Black Sorrows. Bookings 4368 2017
6th   Mt Penang Gardens – “Dip, Dip, Dip Days” School Holiday Program. Bookings 4340 1002
6/10  Laycock St Theatre – GMS Juniors presents “The Wizard of Oz”. Bookings 43 233 233
7th    Laycock St Theatre – Morning Melodies – “Shirley Bassey” feat. Brunie Riley. Bookings 43 233 233
8th   Mingara – The Show Room – “Puppetry of the Penis”. Bookings 4349 7888
9th   Live at Lizottes, Kincumber – Rick Price. Bookings 4368 2017
10/11 The Entrance Winter Jazz & Blues Festival – The Entrance & venues. Enquiries 1800 33 55 77
10th  Live at Lizottes, Kincumber – Jon Stevens. Bookings 4368 2017
11th  Mingara – The Show Room – “Back to the Tivoli”. Bookings 4349 7888
12th  Mingara – The Show Room – “Play School Concert”. Bookings 4349 7888
13th  Mt Penang Gardens – “Dip, Dip, Dip Days” School Holiday Program. Bookings 4340 1002
16th  Wyong Race Club – Horse Racing. Enquiries 4352 1083
17th  The Entrance Farmers Market – Memorial Park, The Entrance. Enquiries 4930 5156
18th  Davistown RSL – Fairhaven Charity Markets. Enquiries 4323 3566
18th  Live at Lizottes, Kincumber – The Badloves. Bookings 4368 2017
22nd Gosford Race Club – Horse Racing – Men of League Foundation Raceday. Enquiries 4325 0461
23/25/30/31 Peninsula Theatre, Woy Woy – “Operator” by David Williamson. Bookings 4344 4737 
23rd  Wyong Race Club – Horse Racing. Enquiries 4352 1083
23rd  Live at Lizottes, Kincumber – Gina Jeffreys. Bookings 4368 2017
24th  Laycock St Theatre – “Buddy’s Back! The Buddy Holly Show”. Bookings 43 233 233
25th  Bluetongue Stadium – NRL, Sea Eagles v Tigers. Tickets 132 849
27/28 Laycock St Theatre – “Day in the Death of Joe Egg”. Bookings 43 233 233
30th  Mingara – The Show Room – Richard Clapton. Bookings 4349 7888
30th  Laycock St Theatre – Laycock Sessions – “Mandinka Sound”. Bookings 43 233 233
31st – 1st Aug   Paradise Garden, Kulnura – Open Weekend. Enquiries 02 4376 1330

The Entrance Town Centre Entertainment

Saturday 3rd July
The Entrance Farmers Market
Memorial Park
8am – 1pm
Fresh Produce
 
Chontia
Sails Stage           
9am – 1pm          
Acoustic Soul
 
Sunday 4th July    
Ziggy Zapata
Sails Stage                                 
11am – 3pm                            
Popular Hits & Classics
 
Wednesday 7th July            
Jo Jo’s Crazy Chef Show
Memorial Park Stage               
12.30pm & 2pm                      
Children’s Entertainment
 
Thursday 8th July
Piccolo’s Juggling Show
Memorial Park Stage               
12noon & 1pm                         
Children’s Entertainment
 
Friday 9th July       
Arabella Storyteller
Memorial Park Stage               
12.30pm & 2pm                      
Children’s Entertainment
 
Saturday 10th July               
The Entrance Winter Blues & Jazz Festival
Memorial Park                          
Day & Night                                
Jazz & Blues Festival
 
Sunday 11th July  
The Entrance Winter Blues & Jazz Festival
Memorial Park                          
Day & Night                                
Jazz & Blues Festival
 
Wednesday 14th July          
Captain Bandanna & Co
Memorial Park Stage               
12.30pm & 2pm                      
Children’s Entertainment
 
Thursday 15th July               
The Wobbly Boots
Memorial Park Stage               
12.30pm & 2pm                      
Children’s Entertainment
 
Friday 16th July    
Pelican Pete Show
Memorial Park Stage               
12noon & 2pm                         
Children’s Entertainment
 
Saturday 17th July               
The Entrance Farmers Market
Memorial Park
8am – 1pm
Fresh Produce
 
Vanessa Jade 
Sails Stage            
9am – 1pm          
Folk, Alternative & Indie
 
Sunday 18th July  
Kieran Glasgow
Sails Stage                                 
11am – 3pm                            
Blues, Roots & Alternative Country
 
Saturday 24th July               
Tizzy & Pirate Gruff Show
Memorial Park Stage               
12.30pm & 2pm                      
Children’s Entertainment
 
Sunday 25th July  
Out of the Blue
Sails Stage                                 
11am – 3pm                            
Popular Hits & Classics
 
Saturday 31st July               
King Kids
Memorial Park Stage               
12noon & 2pm                         
Children’s Entertainment