Central Coast iMag by iMag Publications Pty Ltd

January 2013

Central Coast Inside:

Beautiful images of your Central Coast by Richard Stanley See more at www.rastanley.com.au

Australian Reptile Park Page 10

Australia Day Celebrations Page 6

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Animal Treasure Hunt Page 7

Mangrove Mountain Memorial Club & Golf Course Hallards Road, Central Mangrove (02) 43 731 129 Open 6 days a week for lunch & dinner (closed on Mondays).

Austrian Schnitzelhaus Summer is here come and join us at the â&#x20AC;?Austrian Schnitzelhausâ&#x20AC;? and enjoy a fabulous meal in our restaurant, come for a light lunch with the girls, or dinner with your family or friends, right here in the heart of the Central Coast. Traditional Austrian cuisine, Alfresco dining Beer garden, Great range of German beers on tap, Small lunch menu, Childrens menu and playground. Book now for you Christmas party small and large groups are welcome. Ample parking and close to the entertainment area.

Do you want to eat for FREE on your birthday? Join our Birthday Club on line or ask ou r staff. VIP memberships also ava ilable.

"Priceless views, undulating bushland setting with well maintained fairways and greens"

Bar facilities, Poker Machines, TAB, Keno, Foxtel and an ATM as well as the picturesque golf course. Live Music on the 1st Saturday night of the month and the Last Sunday afternoon of the Month.

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Want our APP? Scan our QR code Shop 5, The Hive, Erina fair, Erina, NSW 2250 Tel: (02) 43674874 erina@austrianschnitzelhaus.com.au

TERRIGAL VOGUE www.terrigalvogue.com.au

Welcome to Terrigal Vogue, your fashion destination on the Central Coast that caters for those who desire beauty and the unusual. Our shop is a visual feast of colour and texture with a focus on natural fibre fabrics. Terrigal Vogue offers a variety of exciting and beautiful designer labels from Australia and around the world. We offer a unique collection of hand made jewellery by 2Lyn&Tony and Jinyana.

Delicious pasta, variety of traditional pizzas & Italian dishes

Eat in or Take away Dinner from 5pm Tuesday – Saturday Lunch from 12pm to 3pm Tuesday – Sunday zzuro Blu Wharf 12 The Entrance Rd, The Entrance Phone 4333 8885 www.theitalianrestaurant.com.au www.facebook.com/the italian restaurant

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As the owner of the store, Isabella Giammanco with her exquisite taste, hand picks her labels and items for the boutique Terrigal Vogue. The boutique proudly presents imported Italian labels such as Pianurastudio, Twin-set by Simona Barbieri, Joseph Ribkoff, Andiamo, Jump, Linen Laundry, Basler and more exciting labels to come. Indulge with Marino wool collection by Optimum and accessorise with imported Italian and Brazilian Dumond Shoes, as well as stylish Italian bags. Also discover our sexy and seductive lingerie range. Isabella is also one of few suppliers in Australia to carry Columbian “Butt Lift Jeans”.

Shop 19, Crowne Plaza Hotel, Terrigal NSW 2260 phone: 02 4385 5099 info@terrigalvogue.com.au

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January Welcome to the Coast and 2013! I wish you all a Happy and Healthy Year. January…. We really do have it all, save your money on travel and stay on the Coast we will guide you through this magnificent place and show you what can be had right here at home. That is why we get so many visitors here on the Coast. We have such diversity, award winning pristine beaches and calm waterways. Hire a boat from Anderson’s Boat Hire (see p10) the boats are even pet friendly so you can bring your furry mate along. The BBQ boats have a toilet on board and you can catch and cook lunch, you do not need a special licence your driver’s licence will do. This will be one of the best days of your holiday.

Contents We show you where to go and what to see from Wyong to Yarramalong there is so much to do here you need at least a day. If it is Beaches you want or the best coffee on the Coast we have so many special places for you to visit. You need to take your iMag with you as there is so much to do and so many wonderful places to see. Please know that if it is very special and of the highest quality you will find it here, in YOUR iMag. Enjoy the Holidays and.... HAVE HAPPY NEW YEAR.

If it is Gardens you like or walking you must visit Koorinya Park Gardens, you can see forever, the view is spectacular. Go to pages 12 to 15.

Happy New Year!

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Sizzling summer fun this January Summer fun is never too far away on the Central Coast in January – from kids activities to big sporting events, exciting new events, live entertainment and of course trueblue Australia Day celebrations! Our local racecourses have plenty of great horse racing meets scheduled throughout the month – Gosford’s Gold Cup event is staged on Thursday 10 January, while Wyong Race Club’s Australia Day meet marks the club’s 100th anniversary. The Central Coast Mariners are flying high in the national A-League football competition, and they host two games in January, facing local rivals Newcastle on January 19 as well as Adelaide on January 25.

Kids will love the Central Coast for their summer school holiday fun – from January 1 til 5 SUFM free kids activities start up in Memorial Park at The Entrance, while later in the month, Dip, Dip, Dip Days at Kariong’s Mt Penang Gardens are a fun, educational experience for primary school aged children. Starting on January 15, Gosford Musical Society Juniors are staging a production of “My Son Pinocchio” which is sure to be a hit with the young ones at Laycock Street Theatre! On January 20, the Weetbix Kids TRYathlon comes back for its second year to Woy Woy, where kids can get active and have fun with a range of different sports! Keep an eye out for X-Up – Australia’s Freeride Festival which brings three days of BMX and slopestyle mayhem to Warnervale between January 18 and 20, and then before the holidays wrap up, it’s time to celebrate the Australia Day weekend!

There’s also some great entertainment at a range of venues on Australia Day, including an Oz Rock tribute show at Mingara, 6 Strings Degustation Night at Lizottes Central Coast, “Spank” Massive Party by the Water at The Beachcomber and of course the Race Day at Wyong Racecourse! In the days in-between, why not tick some of our 52 Local Secrets off your list? The full 52 can be viewed on our website – from scenic spots to markets, fish and chip spots to culture, and everything in between! There’s also some exciting new places to visit – browse new chocolate boutique at Wyong, with Luka Handcrafted Chocolates recently opened to the public at the Old Milk Factory. A new craft beer enterprise, Six String Brewing Company, is also new to the Coast and can be found at Erina! Check out our website for all the details on these sizzling summer events and activities… and so much more!

Festivities begin on Friday 25 January with Canton Beach’s annual waterfront event, while Mingara will host Shannon Noll in The Show Room that evening. Saturday sees grand Australia Day

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celebrations across the region, with The Entrance providing live entertainment all day and into the evening, finishing with Fireworks , while Gosford City’s celebrations are spread across Wagstaffe for breakfast, Gosford waterfront at lunch, then culminate in the evening at Woy Woy, with the spectacular fireworks display at 9:15pm.

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Contact Central Coast Tourism for FREE information on accommodation, restaurants, what’s on, discount vouchers, local attractions, markets, special offers & Internet access. Kariong - The Avenue, Mt Penang Parklands, Kariong Gosford - 200 Mann Street, Gosford The Entrance - Marine Parade, The Entrance We’ll take you there... Phone: (02) 4343 4444 or 1300 132 975

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What's On January Sun 27th Avoca Beachside Markets

Fri 25th Shannon Noll

Tue 1st - Sat 5th SUFM Free Kids Activities Memorial Park, The Entrance. Enquiries 4333 5377

Sun 20th Keith Potger (The Seekers) Live at Lizottes, Kincumber. Tickets 4368 2017

Thu 3rd Horse Racing - Wyong Race Club. Enquiries 4352 1083

Tue 22nd Dip, Dip, Dip Days - Mt Penang Gardens. Enquiries 4340 1002

Sat 5th The Entrance Farmers Markets – Memorial Park. Enquiries 4930 5156

Fri 25th NSW Police Band - Memorial Park, The Entrance. Enquiries 4333 5377

Sun 6th Blues & Grooves at The Beachie Toukley. Enquiries 4397 1300

Fri 25th Australia Day Eve at Canton Beach. Enquiries 4397 1711

Sun 6th Psychic & Alternative Fair - Mingara. Enquiries 4349 7799

Fri 25th Football: Mariners v Adelaide Utd Bluetongue Stadium, Gosford. Tickets 132 849

Sun 6th The Audreys - Live at Lizottes, Kincumber. Tickets 4368 2017

Fri 25th Shannon Noll - The Show Room, Mingara. Tickets 4349 7888

Wed 9th Bells at Killcare Cooking School Killcare. Enquiries 4349 7000

Saturday 26th – AUSTRALIA DAY

Thu 10th Gosford Quarries Gosford Gold Cup Gosford Race Club. Enquiries 4325 0461 Fri 11th The Very Best of The Bee Gees - Live at Lizottes, Kincumber. Tickets 4368 2017 Fri 11th Vengaboys - The Entrance Leagues Club. Tickets 4334 3233 Sat 19th & Fri 25th Football

Sat 12th PWA Presents Live Pro Wrestling The Beachie. Enquiries 4397 1300 Sat 12th - Feb 12th Terrigal En Plein Air Exhibition - Gosford Regional Gallery. Enquiries 4325 0056 Sun 13th Peninsula Waterfront Art Markets Anderson Reserve. Enquiries 0416 162 067

2GO-SeaFM Race Day - Wyong Race Club. Enquiries 4352 1083 Raw Challenge Adventure Race - Doyalson. Enquiries http://rawchallenge.com.au Oz Rock Tribute Show - Mingara. Enquiries 4349 7799 Australia Day at The Entrance - Memorial Park. Enquiries 4333 5377 Australia Day in Gosford City - Gosford, Wagstaffe, Woy Woy. Enquiries 4325 8222 Australia Day 6 Strings Degustaion Night - Live at Lizottes, Kincumber. Tickets 4368 2017

Tue 15th - Sat 19th GMS Juniors present Disney's "My Son Pinocchio" - Laycock St Theatre. Enquiries 43 233 233 Wed 16th Horse Racing - Wyong Race Club. Enquiries 4352 1083 Fri 18th Dip Dip Dip Day

Fri 18th Horse Racing - Gosford Race Club. Enquiries 4325 0461 Fri 18th Dip, Dip, Dip Days - Mt Penang Gardens. Enquiries 4340 1002 Fri 18th Wes Carr - Live at Lizottes, Kincumber. Tickets 4368 2017 Fri 18th - Sun 20th Xup: Australia's Freeride Festival - Warnervale. Enquiries http://xupfestival.com.au Fri 18th - Sun 20th Central Coast Poker Championships - Mingara. Enquiries 4349 7799

Thur 3rd, Wed 16th, Fri 18th, & Wed 30th Horse Racing

Fri 18th PCYC Youth Day - Memorial Park, The Entrance. Enquiries 4333 5377 Sat 19th The Entrance Farmers Markets – Memorial Park. Enquiries 4930 5156 Sat 19th Football: Mariners v Newcastle Jets Bluetongue Stadium, Gosford. Tickets 132 849 Sat 19th & Sun 20th 5 Lands Art Trail - Various Locations. Details www.5landsarttrail.com

Sat 19th & Sun 20th 5 Lands Art Trail

Sun 20th Weetbix Kids TRYathlon - Woy Woy. Enquiries http://tryathlon.weetbix.com.au

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Sun 27th Avoca Beachside Markets - Heazlett Park. Enquiries 0416 097 707 Sun 27th Oz Day Weekend with Renee Geyer Live at Lizottes, Kincumber. Tickets 4368 2017 Wed 30th Horse Racing - Gosford Race Club. Enquiries 4325 0461 Thu 31st NBN Television Race Day - Wyong Race Club. Enquiries 4352 1083

Marine Rescue Terrigal Haven We are a relatively small base of volunteers and therefore don't have the multitude of members, needed for actively canvassing for donations or selling raffle tickets, that the larger bases have. We spend most of our man/woman hours, manning the base, training, assisting people in need and for boat and base maintenance. Our members are from all walks of life. Rather than being an old men's club, as has often been the case in organizations of this kind in the past, we are a base with a broadly spread age range, with a weighting in the median age group. One of the advantages of our being a small base, is that we get to do hands on work all the time, which is great for "learning the ropes" so to speak, if you don't come from a maritime background. So, you definitely don't need a boating background to become a member of Marine Rescue, as there is a whole diversity of tasks to be learned on the job, both on board our rescue Boat the "Mary George" and at the base. Once you become a member, you are entitled to gratis courses such as radio, first aid, boat license and many more, that provide the individual with skills necessary for giving the community of the Central Coast significant help in regard to safety of life in a marine environment. So, should you be interested in getting an insight in what we do, we are always open on Sundays and on call out at other times.

For Donations: Westpac Bank BSB 032-629 A/C no:20-3039

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BARRY WALSH STUDIO/GALLERY

Seacoast Fishing The freshest seafood on the Coast... 3 / 1 5 K o a l a C r e s c e n t We s t G o s f o r d p h o n e 0 4 1 9 6 3 7 1 3 8 O P E N M OS T D AY S

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Come and try our locally caught seafood. On Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays our boys Peter Mark and Blane, bring in their daily catch for Sue and staff to sell direct to the public. Snapper’ ocean jackets’ bream and trevally are plentiful, we also sell fresh local oysters and buy in Tasmanian and NZ salmon, ocean trout, and fresh crystal bay prawns or fresh tigers or kings (what ever is the best this week). Peter has been fishing for about 30 years and has plenty of experience, knowing where to place his traps, Mark is our youngest partner and is very knowledgeable also and Blane is our excellent deckey. Seacoast fishing moors their 16 mtr boat Spinnaway 11, from Pretty Beach wharf, where the boys can travel as far as 50 miles and find new territory, especially looking for Lobsters (season starts in November). Please call us anytime for updated catch info on: 43686160 Patanga Street, Kincumber

Penrose Located in thea heart of Erin Great range of edibles Fish ponds Water features Huge range of pots Advanced Plants Fantastic range of Fruit Trees Great carparking 224 The Entrance Road Erina

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Australian Reptile Park Visit the Australian Reptile Park these holidays and you’re in for a monster of a good time! We have so many monsters, we’ve created Monster Month and the fun starts on December 27th.

We have monsters in our alligator lagoon too, with over 30 breeding males and females. The exciting annual nest raiding will be on again in early January; keep an eye on the website where we’ll announce the date. For more details and school holiday show time visit www.reptilepark.com.au

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The star of Monster Month is Elvis, who at 5 metres long and over 500 kilos is the monster of all monsters! He’s Australia’s crankiest croc but we love him all the same. Elvis is fed at 1.30pm every day of the school holidays and one lucky person each day will be chosen to feed him. That’s right! One lucky visitor per day will actually have the spine tingling experience of entering his enclosure and feeding him, supervised by our experienced keepers of course! You just need to be in the crowd at 1.30pm for your chance to feed the monster.

Andersons offers a variety of boats for hire, half cabin, open boats, aluminium boats with canopy and the BBQ boats. Bring the family or friends along for a great day out, you don’t need a boat licence all the boats are very easy to operate, hire fee includes the boat, fuel, map and full instructions. We also offer unique BBQ boats which can carry up to 12 people, these are the best way to get out on the water with your group. They include electric start motors with steering wheel, along with toilet facilities, BBQ and stereo system. Great for Birthday parties or any type of group function. Hires are available from a couple of hours through to the full day every day all year round, just bring your food to cook, cutlery, drinks and we can look after the rest. Fishing gear available at the boatshed shop along with bait, tackle, ice, hire rods, fishing licence, coffee, cold drinks and snacks. The boats are pet friendly, wheelchair access is good.

We’re home to many wonderful and colourful monsters: Hugo is our giant Galapagos tortoise and his daily walks through the Park are very popular with adults and kids alike.

3a Petit St Booker Bay, Ph 43 413219. www.andersonsmarina.com.au Open 8-5 every day (summer holiday period extended hours until sunset).

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The boats can carry up to 12 people, have electric start motors with steering wheel, along with toilet facilities, BBQ and stereo system.

Largest 18 Hole Mini Golf, Putt Putt Course in the State!

Three Reasons to try a Segway Central Coast based tourist operator - Segway Central Coast (www.segwaycentralcoast.com.au) is all about offering their visitors an experience they’ll never forget! With summer on the way now’s the time to get outside and have some fun and here’s Segway Central Coast’s top three reasons to do just that! 1. It’s the family outing EVERYONE will want to go on! How many times have you had family get togethers where the conversation has struggled and you find yourself just plain bored?! Organise a family function that everyone will WANT to talk about for years to come! Segway Central Coast will cater for large groups so the whole family can enjoy the day. Make some exciting memories and imagine all the fabulous photo opportunities! 2. Have MORE fun than the cricket commentators Audiences saw cricket commentators Ian Healy, Mark Nicholas and Mark Taylor zooming around the nation’s cricket pitches last summer, having the time of their lives. Now’s your chance to experience the thrill these fellas did. At Segway Central Coast the terrain you’ll encounter (pending level of skill and age) can be as fast paced as a good cricket pitch or thrilling as going up and down hills! 3. Anyone can ride a Segway How often have you wanted to get together with the kids and your friends and wanted to do something everyone could enjoy? Segway Central Coast is the perfect solution for everyone aged 9-89! The Segway’s are easy to operate and at all times a Segway Central Coast guide will be on hand if you need assistance. No longer will younger ones feel left out or parents sitting on the sidelines watching! It’s truly something you can learn and enjoy together. Don't forget to like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/segwaycentralcoast

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Mini Golf at Mingara offers 18 holes of mini golf fun. Designed around native gardens, rocky scenery and flowing waterfalls, makes this course a pleasure to play. Being the largest in the state, playing the greens here is a challenge the whole family will enjoy and is fun for all ages. Mini Golf at Mingara offers fun all round, whether you are looking for a challenge or just playing a round. Take the Tiara Challenge where the loser of each hole has to wear a Tiara till someone else loses, then pass it on. Bring your camera with you, we have some hilarious photos from this challenge. Come test your skills today we are here to look after you. Mini Golf is a privately owned business with it’s own entrance and car park. You do not need to go into the Club. Situated at the back of the Club you turn into the car park where the Gym is and go around the back towards the main street there you will see a small sign with an arrow, just follow that. WE ARE OPEN 7 DAYS THROUGH THE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS For more information visit www.minigolf-mingara.com.au Or find us on facebook. We look forward to meeting you!

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Little Creek Cheese Alberts Café

The Central Coast’s Beautiful Hinterland Explore some of the most beautiful countryside in New South Wales – less than half an hour from the beach! Wyong, Wyong Creek and Yarramalong boast not only superb views, but an exciting range of activities, attractions and experiences for the whole family.

What to See & Do z Sample delicious and locally made cheese at Little Creek Cheese Factory. z Wander through the mazes and meet and pat the friendly animals on site at Amazement. z Visit the Award Winning Koorinya Park Gardens for a picnic or as the venue for that special event. z Visit the Yarramalong Macadamia Nut Farm for yummy nut produce. z Experience the tranquil Karma Spa Health & Beauty Sanctuary for holistic beauty treatments. Visitor Information Centre Telephone: 1300 132 975 info@centralcoasttourism.com.au www.visitcentralcoast.com.au

Little Creek Cheese is the only cheese factory on the Central Coast of New South Wales. Located at the historical Old Milk Factory, in the back of Wyong. Being established now for just over 20 months they are opening their doors to the public and teaching cheese making. Owners and cheese makers Russell and Sue Parsons are excited about passing on their knowledge to anyone who would like to learn the traditional cheese making ways. Using everyday things that you would find in your kitchen they will show you how to make Haloumi, Ricotta, Yoghurt and Labna. Having started this as a family hobby, they hope that other families will be interested in taking up cheese making as a family hobby as well. What better reward for a day’s work than some delicious cheese.

Just near Wyong Railway Station you’ll find Alberts Café & Takeaway. The Coffee at Alberts is excellent and we enjoy it often. We also love their toasted ham, cheese and tomato sandwiches, these are delicious but our very favourite is THE BIG BREAKFAST, especially when you can sit outside with your furry friend by your side. Alberts big breakfast is on the Menu all day every-day and is probably the best value on the Coast for $12.95 you get eggs, bacon, sausage, mushrooms, tomatoes, toast and a glass of orange juice... Simple food lovingly prepared and served with a smile, that’s Alberts. We look forward to meeting you soon!

Sue said “We always have people asking us how we make cheese, so the next step was to open the doors and teach people how to make it, with a hands on lesson, rather than just a verbal answer” The response has been great and anyone interested in attending a class can contact Little Creek Cheese direct for more details and dates on classes. Email LittleCreekCheese@hotmail.com or Phone 0488 481 441.

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• Handmade gourmet cheese factory & outlet • Open for viewings and tastings 7 days a week. Groups welcome. • Suitable for vegetarians. Building 12 , Old Wyong Dairy 141 – 155 Alison Rd , Wyong NSW 4353 CHEESE (4353 2433)

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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 - Sat 6.30am - 5pm. Sun 6.30am - 2.30pm

Something Anything Something Anything has an eclectic mix of different unique gifts, art & sculptures from talented local artists, jewellery, old and new indoor and outdoor furniture, home and garden features with a difference. Situated directly behind Jerry's Gourmet Kitchen, a welcoming atmosphere to come in and browse while you enjoy the great coffee from Jerry's.

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Deborah Buckley Artisan ‘Happy New Year to all’, Now that Santa has been, and we’ve all feasted too much, time to get on the move and try to take some of the extra kilo’s off before they settle. As many of us have some time off, this time of the year, and are making new year resolutions, making a goal to do some of the things we want to do around the house this year is a great idea. For inspiration in our kitchens and bathrooms come visit me at either our factory or my beautiful showroom at Yarramalong. One product we are suppliers of, is pressed tin Panels, which are a very inexpensive and versatile way of adding interest to bathrooms or kitchens. This can be painted with any of our finishes and can complement either modern , contemporary, or provincial designs. Also for something very unique a technique of ancient art, I do reverse glass painting which is an art on the back of the glass working in reverse to the way that you would on canvas. Using some really beautiful products including gold and silver leaf. Something you would not have seen before, ‘ come check it out ’.

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

Deborah Buckley Artisan In association with Daorah Enterprises www.daorah.com.au

Available Fridays and Saturdays at Yarramalong Showroom or by appointment Mob: 0438 534 954 Email: deborah@deborahbuckleyartisan.com.au Open Thur & Fri 9am-5pm, Sat & Sun 8.30am-5pm and public holidays 1154 George Downes Drive Kulnura NSW 2250

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Showroom: 1629A Yarramalong Rd, Yarramalong. Ph: 4356 1958 Factory: Unit 1/ 111 Gavenlock Road, Tuggerah NSW 2259. Ph: 4353 4954 www.centralcoastimag.com.au

Danielle Morrison Studio – Gallery CONTEMPORARY ART & COLLECTABLES This month in the Gallery we will as usual have an eclectic mix of home wares and unusual one off pieces for you to look at as well as a stupendous array of artworks! Always worth a look, you never know what you might find! Also check out our facebook page for upcoming events! Look forward to seeing you. Trading hours 10 – 4 Tuesday to Friday Weekends by appointment 0400 345 291 danielle.morrison@hotmail.com

Chocolate Boutique WED- SUN 10am to 4pm Wyong Milk Factory, 141 Alisson Road, Wyong info@lukachocolate.com.au, 0243253738, www.lukachocolate.com.au

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Gail Brigden

Appointed 1994 -AFCC - Sydney/Country , Lower Hunter & Hunter Valley Ask about special deal for couples getting married at Mercure Kooindah Waters, or Fernbank Farm, Wyong Creek- 0414615233

BOUTIQUE WEDDINGS, FARM STAYS, SPECIAL EVENTS Home of Central Coast Carriages By appointment only. Telephone 0414 541901 to enquire.

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Charlie’s Cottage 25 Ravensdale Rd, Ravensdale, Yarramalong Valley.

A Heritage Cottage with modern conveniences

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Open 7 days for social clubs or group functions. Bookings required. Open Sat & Sun - Home style cooking, Devonshire teas. Book your Murder Mysteries Party. 1617 Yarramalong Rd, Yarramalong 4356 1066

Beryl and Barbara Collins

Koorinya Park Gardens Viewing by appointment only. Please ring (02) 4376 1220. Koorinya Park Gardens is situated high above the beautiful Yarramalong Valley with magnificent Ocean Views. The three acres of landscaped gardens which have been awarded Wyong Shire and the Central Coast grand champion during the past 30 years of competition make an ideal venue for weddings, groups, clubs and coach tours. With a beautiful Bridal Arch, Gazebo, fish pond, conveniences, undercover area, bring your morning tea or lunch if desired. Hot water available on request. Cover charge applies. 336 Forest Road, KULNURA Beryl M Collins C.M.C. J.P. koorinyapark@ yarramalongvalley.com.au

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gardens. Perfect for a wedding or just to wander through, have a picnic and dream. Cover charges apply. Beryl M Collins C.M.C. J.P Marriage Celebrant

336 Forest Road, KULNURA Phone: 02 4376 1220 koorinyapark@yarramalongvalley.com.au Macadamia Nuts, Cold Pressed Extra Virgin Macadamia Oil and more...

Wed to Sun 11am – 3pm Firefly Bistro Lunch Bookings 4356 1836

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Karma Spa Wyong’s very own Health & Beauty Sanctuary. Visit our tranquil salon spa tucked away in the heart of Wyong to experience our holistic beauty treatments, body rituals and specialist services. With Christmas over & New Year a few days away, take some time out for yourself ! We have a special prize draw this month to help you get rid of all the stress of the past year. Everybody who makes an appointment and has their treatment in January automatically gets entered into a draw to win a 1hr15 Full Body Massage. Draw will happen on January 31st 2012. As a reminder, we offer the following treatments: • SPECIALIST WAXING & TINTING • STEAM FACIALS • EXPRESS TREATMENTS • DIAMOND MICRODERMABRASION • SAMBORA HAND & FOOT TREATMENTS • ST.TROPEZ TANNING • PAMPER TREATMENTS • RELAXATION MASSAGE • SPECIALIST MASSAGE • IPL HAIR REMOVAL • IPL SKIN REJUVINATION • REFLEXOLOGY • REIKI • CRYSTAL HEALING • EAR CANDLING • AUSTRALIAN BUSH FLOWER ESSENCE • PHYT’S SLIMMING TREATMENTS

Gift Vouchers are available for all treatments and may be purchased in salon. We also have a huge sale on products and gifts in-store throughout January. www.karmaspa.com.au for all services, prices & specials.

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Visit our tranquil salon spa tucked away in the heart of Wyong.

Quality Beauty Treatments

Awesome Summer Specials Waxing, Tanning, Mani & Pedi’s Check our website, email or call for more information. Therapists Bonita & Julie are CIDESCO qualified with over 15 years experience each in the industry. 3 Alison Rd Wyong 4351 0777 www.karmaspa.com.au

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• HOMEWARES • GIFTS • KIDS & BABY PREZZIES • LADIES ACCESSORIES

203 MEMORIAL AVE ETTALONG BEACH 2257 Ph: (02) 4341 4229

email: goddessbythesea@bigpond.com

MONDAY – CLOSED

TUESDAY-SUNDAY FROM 9.30AM

Henry Kendall Cottage

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 and maintained by the all volunteer BWHS Inc. 25-27 Henry Kendall St West Gosford. Ph: 4325 2270 fax: 4322 2589 info@henrykendallcottage.org.au www.henrykendallcottage.org.au

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Summerland Point

Fresh local

fish & lobsters Andersons Boat Shed Booker Bay............................

straight from the ocean plus

oysters & prawns

Kincumber Davistown Copacabana

Seacoast Fishing Open Thursdays & Fridays 12.30 - 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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Soldiers Beach © Julie Watson

Greater Toukley The Greater Toukley area extends from the Toukley Bridge to the Norah Head Lighthouse and incorporates Toukley, Canton Beach, West Toukley, East Toukley, Noraville and Norah Head. The Greater Toukley area is a very special place, an unspoiled coastal area located 1 hour drive north of Sydney on the beautiful Central Coast. The Toukley peninsula is situated between the lakes, by the sea and near the trees. Surrounded by water on three sides with Tuggerah Lake to the South, Budgewoi Lake to the North and the ocean to the East. The area is a waterfront haven for fishermen, boating enthusiasts, windsurfers, jet skiers, divers, surfers and beach lovers. The North Wyrrabalong National Park is located within 5 kms of the Toukley CBD and boasts a network of walking trails through the last significant coastal rainforest on the Central Coast.

What to See & Do Tour Norah Head Lighthouse. For bookings Ph 1300 132 975

Watch a Whale at Soldiers Beach

Enjoy some retail therapy in Toukley, East Toukley and Norah Head. See www.greatertoukley.org

Play a round of golf at Toukley Golf Club. Ph 4396 5811

Visit the Federation Art Gallery at Toukley Bridge. Ph 4392 4666

Phone: 43971711 or visit www.greatertoukley.org

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Norah Head Bowling & Sports Club Here is a taste of things to come this month at The Sporties... Tuesdays... Pasta Night – selection of great pasta meals from $10.00.

Celebrate Australia Day Eve – Friday 25th January 2013 Canton Beach foreshore from 4.30pm. There will be live entertainment throughout the evening with an Aussie flavour. Free Pony rides for the kids, farm animals to feed, stalls and amusement rides. The celebrations conclude with a spectacular fireworks display over Tuggerah Lake. So bring along chairs, rugs and the family for all the fun and entertainment from 4.30pm Australia Day Eve. Proudly brought to you by Greater Toukley Vision and Wyong Shire Council. For further information please visit www.greatertoukley.org or call 4397 1711. Toukley Sunday Markets Every Sunday Every Sunday morning the markets are held in the Coles car park off Yaralla Rd in Toukley from 7am to 1pm. There are over 70 different stalls from craft, plants and bric a brac. For information call 0416 280 589.

Wednesdays... Steak Night – selection of six favourite meals including steaks, fish & chicken from only $10.00. Meat Raffles from 6pm. Thursdays... Roast Night – selection of roast meals from $10.00. Sporties Pool Comp – free entry / great prizes to be won! Fridays... Mega Meat Raffle Every Friday Night $800 in meat trays to be won. Sundays... Meat & Sporties Cash Raffle on sale from 4:30pm / 6pm draw. HAPPY HOUR: Sunday – Friday 5pm – 6pm Extended Happy Hour every Saturday from 1pm – 4pm Free Live Entertainment every Friday & Saturday Night Barefoot Bowls every Sunday From 6pm | Free Entry Fun For All Ages BBQ in our Beer Garden from 5pm

• Beer Garden • Bowling/Tennis • Pello's Bistro • Function Facilities • Entertainment

Pello’s Bistro

Coffee & Takeaway, Gourmet Grocer, Art, Music, Inspirational Book Club, Art Classes, Kids Stuff...

Open for lunch and dinner 7 days serving modern Australian Cuisine with daily specials to suit every budget.

What's on...

Bowling/Tennis Roll-Up for a social game of bowls for $5.00 or have a hit of tennis on one of our two tennis courts from $6.00 (equipment available) Victoria Street, Norah Head NSW P: 02 4396 6477 F: 02 4397 1505 E: RCroker@norahheadsports.com

Simply Sicilian Restaurant

Live Music every Sunday! 1pm(ish) Social Justice Book Club The TWO month challenge Annual Volunteer Trip!!!

7 days, 7:30am - 5pm 8 Bush Street, Norah Head NSW 2263 Phone: (02) 4397 4859 Email: enquiries@rockpoolretreat.com.au

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THE ARK convenience store

It's no secret anymore... Simply Sicilian Restaurant Pizzeria has been a popular Italian Restaurant for over 9 years. They are the only Italian restaurant in the area that offers so much variety in their menu. From a great selection of entrees such as their famous Salt & Pepper Calamari, tossed through a zesty lemon Rocket Salad or their Garlic Bruschetta Pizza Crust. Their pastas and risotto dishes are also popular, like their Spaghetti alla Marinara, with real seafood and the King Prawn Risotto. Then there are the main dishes, such as the favourites.....Vitello Tera e' Mare or the Pollo e' Prawns. Not to mention their endless choices of pizzas, such as the Garlic Prawn & Chicken or the Pizza alla Rustica. As well as having the widest range of desserts on the Coast, such as their famous Dessert Pizzas, Tiramisu and Pannacottas just to name a few. Simply Sicilian Restaurant Pizzeria provide much more with their great food, great service, great prices and always having a happy atmosphere. It's a perfect place to go for parties, or just a night out. However, bookings are essential as they get very busy. It's a licensed restaurant. Trading hours are Tuesday - Sunday nights (Private Sunday Lunch Functions are available). Located at 268 Main Rd, Toukley NSW. Tel: 4397 1877 You can find them on Facebook under Simply Sicilian Restaurant Pizzeria to view their menu.

Take Away Goodies, Groceries, Piaza Doro Coffee, Surf & Skate Gear. We Buy & Sell Surfboards Open 7 Days 8am to 5pm Shop 2/69 Bungary Rd Norah Head 2263 Phone 43973571

Norah Head

Lighthouse

Lighthouse Tower tours Breathtaking ocean views Heritage listed accommodation An ideal place to hold a wedding ceremony or small conference. www.norahheadlighthouse.com.au or call 1300 132 975

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The Entrance Toowoon Bay Gallery 35th Anniversary Here at Toowoon Bay Gallery we have just celebrated our 35th anniversary. Our sincerest thanks to all our artists and craftspeople for their support over the years, and for the pleasure their works have given us. Also thanks to the many art lovers who have

Toowoon Bay Gallery

35 years of pleasure bringing you the works of Australian artists, potters and glassmakers.

For unique, affordable gifts

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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www.centralcoastimag.com.au supported us; many of whom have become very good friends. Christmas stocks came in early this year and have brought forth a steady stream of compliments. Our extended range of hand-made glass is stunning. Besides vases and bowls the glass masters have ventured into sculptural pieces this year. They are quite lyrical and reasonably priced. We have an entirely new range of plates, platters and candle holders in unusual colours and have already had to send for more stock. The whimsical metal range for ’nuts and bolts’ sports figures have been augmented with a number of motor bikes. So clever and so attractive, there‘s nothing quite like a Harley! So do drop in to Toowoon Bay Gallery and see the vast and varied items we are showing this year. There is something for everyone: a line based on the beach theme – crazy little solar dancing flowers – the best 3-D book

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marks we have ever seen. As usual we have some lovely works from Greg Jarmaine, Ken Taber, Airynaa Tannberg and Cherly Bruce. Velia Newman’s latest brilliant impasto paintings have aroused a lot of interest. Last but definitely not least, - we have a selection of Norman Lindsay etchings. All come with certificates of authenticity. Parking is available at the door. We are open Wed to Sun 10 – 4:30 (but in school holidays we are open every day) 179 Bay Rd, Toowoon Bay. Ph: 4332 6023.

Old, Modern and Out of Print Books

Bought and Sold • Over 60,000 old, modern and out of print books in 100 categories • Hard Covers and Paperbacks • Books for the collector, reader, student & all the family.

Open 7 Days 9am to 5:00pm 130A The Entrance Road The Entrance 2261 Ph: 4332 2743

What's On at The Entrance

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 Sunday 6th part of the National Trust classified Jimpin Jivin Sundays Haas Family carnival, a family that with DJ Vinnie has 400 years of carnival ancestry. Sails Stage 11am-3pm The carousel, which was built in the late 1800s in Germany, was Saturday 12th originally ‘powered’ by a pony but was Kerrie Garside converted to steam at the turn of the Sails Stage century. It remained steam driven until 11am-3pm the 1950s when an old chev. engine Sunday 13th was installed, and was converted to Keystring electricity in the 1970s. Its reed pipe Sails Stage organ, operated by bellows, remained 11am-3pm in commission until 1950. Music is Friday 18th now supplied by tape, although the PCYC Summer of Fun organ front has been restored. Memorial Park The carousel has pride of place on 11am-3pm The Entrance waterfront where it is visited by not only today’s children, Saturday 19th but by the parents, grandparents and Farmers Market great-grandparents of those children. Memorial Park 8am-1pm

Australia Day Celebrations

Kerrie Garside

Tuesday 1st – Saturday 5th SUFM – Free Childrens activities in Memorial Park 11am-3pm

The Haas Family Carnival

Klassic Blak Sails Stage 11am-3pm

Sunday 20th Shawn Lidster Sails Stage Have fun with us and ride 11am-3pm the historic carousel icon Friday 25th of The Entrance  NSW Police Band Memorial Park 2 shows 11am & 12.15pm Klassic Blak

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Saturday 26th Australia Day Celebrations Memorial Park 11am-9pm

Shawn Lidster

Sunday 27th Derek Fairbrass Duo Sails Stage 11am-3pm

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Near the Sails Stage The Waterfront, The Entrance

See advert on page 28

105 The Entrance Rd The Entrance

Children’s birthday parties a specialty.

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Toukley & Districts Art Society The Toukley and Districts Art Society, in its home at the Federation Gallery and Information Centre, Wallarah Park, Wallarah Road, Gorokan, just before Toukley Bridge, is the showcase for the Wyong Shire Art scene on display from 2nd January are paintings in oil, acrylics, watercolour and pastel, along with porcelain, Hand-painted silk, craft work, jewellery, and original cards. New artwork will be changed over Bimonthly from 28th January. All the artwork is by the Society's local members and is all for sale at reasonable prices. Come in and meet the artists. The Art and Information Centre is open Tuesday to Friday from 10 am to 4pm, Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 1pm. The entry is free, a donation is welcome. For more details call the Gallery on 43924666 or visit www.toukleyartgallery.com.au

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changing exhibitions of local beachscapes, modern landscapes, Sydney Harbor scenes, and selected works from recent painting trips. The Gallery also features a large range of exquisite glassware, sculptures, limited edition prints, special gifts and souvenirs. Other artists include: Pro Hart, David Hart, Robert Simpson, Phil Pringle and Linda Vario. Gallery open 7 days a week 9am- 5pm. (02) 43857775 nealejoseph.com

The Neale Joseph Fine Art Gallery The Neale Joseph fine art gallery has recently joined forces with Crowne Plaza Terrigal launching a brand new gallery at Shop 15 Crown Plaza, Terrigal NSW! Neale Joseph is an established contemporary Australian artist who exhibits widely and has an impressive record of representation in both national and international exhibitions. His work has achieved acclaim from some of the most influential Australian and international icons such as Arthur Boyd, Former United States President George Bush Senior and former Australian Prime Minister John Howard. Neale has won the internationally recognized ‘Veuve Clicquot’ and ‘Great South Land’ art prizes and has exhibited regularly in solo and group exhibitions all around Australia and abroad. The Neale Joseph fine art gallery located on beautiful beachside Terrigal, includes the largest range of investment artworks with ever-

Central Coast Art Society Summer Exhibition JANUARY 18/19/20, 2013 STUDIOS 2&3 Gosford Art Centre 36 Webb Street, East Gosford EXHIBITION OPENS 12 noon to 5pm Friday, 9.30am to 5pm Saturday, 9.30am to 4pm Sunday. Official Opening Friday 18th January 2013 from 6pm for drinks, light refreshments and pleasant music. Beautiful Artworks By Members Including Paintings, Sculpture, Photography & Textile Work, Local Scenes, Flowers, Contemporary Art in Watercolour, Oils, Pastel And Acrylic. All Art Works Are For Sale.

Gosford Regional Gallery

Lemon Tree Framing has been operating on the Central Coast since 1973. We are able to offer our customers the highest quality framing options, allowing customers to choose from a wide selection of frames, matt boards and glazing options. All of our materials are high quality products which guarantee to maintain the appearance of your art work for years to come. We are 100% Australian owned and employ a great team of locals to ensure the best in quality custom framing and service. • No item too difficult to frame • Receive a personal design and framing experience • All frames handmade on-site by our expert staff. NEW: Digital Print Services Your images printed on Canvas or Photographic paper. Purchase art from our new website; www.LemonTreeArt.com.au Including R a Stanley Landscape Photography Gallery 'Images of your Central Coast' Lemon Tree Framing 4 Henry Parry Drive, East Gosford Tel: 4324 1364 Open Mon-Fri 9-5 Sat 9-1 Closed 25th Dec – 13th Jan 2013

Kay Haerland Foyer Gallery: 1 December to 9 January 2013 An exhibition of quilts by Central Coast textile artist Kay Haerland. Kay is internationally renowned for her beautiful and intricate work, using fabric and thread, rather than canvas and paint. Her work consists of realistic landscapes and contemporary abstract compositions. Like a painter, she uses design, colour, texture and light to make her work ‘believable’ and inspire the viewer to connect emotionally with the work.

image by Mel Anderson

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36 Webb Street, East Gosford 2250 T: 02 4325 0056 F: 02 4325 0062 gallery@gosford.nsw.gov.au www.gosfordregionalgallery.com Open daily, 10am - 4pm. FREE ADMISSION

Peat Island Project Gallery Two: 1 December 2012 to 27 January 2013 The Peat Island Project was initiated by a group of artists contemplating the cultural significance of Peat Island, north of Sydney. The island gradually transitioned from a location visited by the local indigenous community to the site of a psychiatric hospital. Its future is currently the subject of community debate. Following a site

visit, organised with the permission of the State Property Authority, artists including Ana Pollack, David Collins, Peter Zanetti, Matt Glendenning, Mel Anderson and poet Bhupen Thakker set about unravelling the stories of the island’s fixtures, attributes and people in order to document and reflect upon its history, present and future.

How Yesterday Remembers Tomorrow Gallery One: 1 December to 27 January 2013 This exhibition features work by six contemporary Australian artists and artist partnerships who are past recipients of the Helen Lempriere Travelling Art Scholarship for emerging artists. Presenting early works alongside more recent projects, the exhibition offers a unique insight into the conceptual and artistic development of early career artists, highlighting how artists’ practices develop over time through sustained research, experimentation and refinement. The exhibition encourages us to rediscover the past in order to look to the future. Featuring work by Lauren Brincat, Sean Cordeiro & Claire Healy, Todd McMillan, Ms&Mr, Tony Schwensen and Sam Smith, and ranging across photography, drawing, digital video and installation, the exhibition provides stimulating commentary on an array of current social and political issues, shedding light on the concerns of young artists today. How Yesterday Remembers Tomorrow is supported by the NSW Government through Arts NSW as a result of the Visual Arts and Craft Strategy. An Artspace exhibition toured by Museums & Galleries NSW.

Terrigal En Plein Air Foyer Gallery: 12 January to 12 February 2013 An exhibition by the Terrigal Painting Group made up of ‘en plein air’ paintings created during the annual Five Lands Walk and studio paintings inspired by the work produced on that day. Members of the group include: Russell Austin, Yianni Johns, Greg Coates, Paul Haggith, Graeme Balchin, Greg Somers, Wendy Bills, Christine Vanderwick,Geoff Neil, Mike Worrall, Steven Fisher, Pat Carrol, Greg Jarmaine and Janet Cobb.

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That's Party Plans

The Chefs Toolbox The Chefs Toolbox is one of Australasia's fastest growing party plan companies. Our business is about more than just selling quality cookware: our goal is to make cooking fun. We aim to show that by combining our high-quality cooking tools and simple recipes, it is easy (and enjoyable!) to prepare fabulous, healthy meals and achieve authentic flavours without having to reach for a packet or jar. When you host a Cooking Party with us, one of our Consultants will visit your home and show you and your friends how to prepare two easy, delicious recipes using our stylish range of knives, cookware, silicone bakeware and utensils. As well as getting to see our products in action and even try them yourself, you'll pick up some handy cooking tips and hints along the way. Plus you'll get to taste the results! We offer not only fantastic products, but many other free services that help customers discover the fun in cooking. This includes FREE recipes, how-to videos, eAt e-newsletter. We encourage customers to focus on healthy, traditional cooking using fresh ingredients. Most importantly, we aim to give customers an incredible service by distributing through party plan. For more information on how to host a Cooking Party, how to become a Chefs Toolbox Consultant, or to buy our products through our online store, contact Sarah on the details below. Sarah Heinz â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 0407 297768 sarahheinz.kitchenwareonline.net.au www.facebook.com/cookingwithsarah

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Mel's Soytacular Candles Mel's Soytacular Candles create beautiful soy container candles, tea lights, melts and palm wax pillar candles. Over 100 fragrances to choose from. We can custom-make candles in just about any container. Want something unique for a special event? We will work with you to create colour/ fragrance/style combinations that suit your needs, from container candles to freestanding pillars or even tea lights! Candle party plan and MakeYour-Own candle parties also available! Natural waxes are environmentally and healthfriendly. And we sell them at awesome prices! Great quality and best value around. Wholesale available, please enquire for details. Web: www.melsoytacularcandles.com Email: melsoycandles@optusnet.com.au Phone: 0432 931 551

The Chefs Toolbox brings flavoursome recipes together with the right cookware to make home cooked meals easy, healthy and fun.

Sarah Heinz Independent Consultant 0407297768 sarahtct@bigpond.com sarahheinz.kitchenwareonline.net.au www.facebook.com/cookingwithsarah

Open 7am till 6pm Mon-Fri & 7am till 1pm Sat. We have a range of multi award winning Sausages, including 8 new Awards from Sydney Fine Food Show. All are gluten free and made on the premises to the same award winning recipes. We also stock our famous BOEREWORS sausage, ready to BBQ marinated chicken and lamb, ready to cook greek lamb and Perri Perri chickens, free range chickens and lots and lots of "convenient simple to prepare busy people no time to cook tonight" superstar making solutions. We marinate boneless butterflied chicken and lamb, create easy carve legs of lamb, tailor telephone orders for the weekend or the whole week. We accept EFTPOS payments and look forward to helping you with your next meal or dinner party requirements. See you soon, Robbie and the Team. Opp Tennis Courts on Avoca Drive, Avoca Beach Phone: 02 4381 0643

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Tasting on the Coast

Avoca Beach Butchery

The Italian Restaurant Azzuro Blu Wharf, The Entrance. "What a lovely evening out. Although it was raining we were able to park within a few metres of Azzuro Blu Wharf, The Entrance where The Italian Restaurant, right on the Waterfront is situated. We were so well served, cold water on the table, a comprehensive wine list, friendly service along with authentic Italian food - it doesn't get much better than that. Oysters, sweet fresh Sydney Rock Oysters were shared by 3 guests at our table. They were succulent Mornay, Kilpatrick and Natural, whilst I enjoyed a Chicken Caesar Salad as an entree. Our main dishes were delightful. 2 of our party of 4 had the Scampi Alla Grillia dressed with lemon juice and garlic with rocket salad and shaved parmesan and cherry tomatoes. They thoroughly enjoyed the scampi, our other guest had the Enzo Prawns sauteed with garlic and chili in Napolitana sauce. While I admired the presentation and taste of their meals my favourite was definitely my own. Home made light, fluffy gnocci with a delicate cream sauce accompanied by Sauteed King Prawns and fresh Asparagus - it doesn't get much better than that. The menu is more exciting than standard Italian restaurants, a great way to relax and enjoy." Carolyn Sinclair, Retired Chef, Old Courthouse Restaurant, Minmi.

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That's Entertainment

Imogen and the Pirates

UNITING PRODUCTIONS

Two to Tangle Written by Joan Dalgleish Like a FREE night out? Come to a Staged Play reading at 7.30 pm on Friday 25 January 2013 Uniting Church Hall, Donnison Street, Gosford. Nick & Sue come together to divide their property after their recent divorce – sometimes amicably – sometimes not so a micably !! Read by Lex Tonnet and Joan Dalgleish, you are invited to be part of the audience and to give us your comments at an open forum after the reading, and then to stay for supper and a chat after the show. Play readings are held on the 4th Friday of each month (except December). For information and/or applications for submission of plays for future readings contact – Uniting Productions at 4324 0324 or 4384 1532 or simbasmum@live.com.au

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The Wind in the Willows Sydney’s favourite family entertainment is returning to the beautiful surrounds of Royal Botanic Garden, Sydney. Kenneth Grahame’s immortal story of life on the riverbank is a rollicking yet gentle adventure, starring the pompous, arrogant, vain, hilarious Toad – a favourite with children everywhere. Toad, along with his better-behaved friends, Ratty, Mole, Otter and Badger, as well as the rascally Weasel, have come to life every summer for the past 12 years providing enchanting and lively entertainment for all the family. This critically acclaimed outdoor theatre production delivers music, songs and laughs. There is fun for young and old as the Head Chief Rabbit transforms the audience into rabbits with a waggle of the ears and a wiggle of the nose. With laughs and surprises for children and adults, this is interactive theatre at its best. So this summer pack a picnic, pack the kids... and head on down to the riverbank. When: Friday 4 to Sunday 27 January 2013 (6pm show only on Friday 4 January). 11am & 6pm Tuesday to Saturday (6pm show only on Saturday 26 & Sun 27 January) Where: The Royal Botanic Garden, Sydney. Enter via any gate and make your way to the Harbour side of the Main Pond Prices: Single Tickets $25, Family of Four $90, handling fee may apply Bookings: 1300 122 344 www.shakespeareaustralia.com.au or Ticketek 1300 795 012 www.ticketek.com.au. Tickets can be purchased on site one hour before show time (cash only).

Suitable for 3 – 10 year olds Hop aboard the Good Ship Marian Street when Marian Street Theatre for Young People present IMOGEN AND THE PIRATES. True to Marian Street style, kids are invited to join in with the lively songs and audience participation for a swashbuckling adventure. Imogen Merryweather has never done a single chore in her entire life. She’s as spoilt as a little girl can be – that is, until Mad Maggie and a crew of evil pirates hijack her parent’s ship! Suddenly Imogen’s parents find themselves marooned on a desert island scrubbing decks and eating stale biscuits. Soon the pirates discover they’ve hijacked more than they bargained for; Imogen throws tantrums like Frisbees and cleverly has them all disguised as women obeying her orders! Jolly Roger, the merriest pirate who ever tapdanced on a plank, is coming to save the Merryweathers in his ship Lollipop – but first he has to fight off sea monsters, ghosts and Mad Maggie’s mother... When: 12 January – 23 March 2013 Where: Marian Street Theatre, 2 Marian Street, Killara Performances: School Holidays 14 25 January weekdays 10.30am &1pm Saturday 12 Jan & Saturday 19 January 1pm only Saturdays 2 February – 23 March 10.30am & 1pm Prices: Children $18, Adults $22, Families of four $68 Birthdays: Birthday parties available after Saturday 1pm shows Bookings: 1300 306 776 or www.mca-tix.com.au Info: www.mstyp.org.au

Opera in the Arboretum Saturday 23rd March 2013 This annual charity event is a function held by the Rotary Club of Woy Woy. Considered the cultural event of Pearl Beach, Opera in the Arboretum attracts a great number of people annually. You can get to Pearl Beach by via various travel means and routes: By road from Sydney (approx. 95 Kilometres), driving north via the Sydney-Newcastle (F3) freeway, exiting at Gosford/Somersby turn-off Via Kariong or West Gosford for Woy Woy. At Woy Woy proceed via Umina. By Rail from Sydney, take Inter-City rail services from Central or Strathfield Stations to Woy Woy. Weekend bus services operate from Woy Woy Station via Umina but for Opera in the Arboretum this method is not recommended. Taxis are also available from Woy Woy Station. Coming by car! Crommelin Arboretum is located within the village of Pearl Beach. At the Diamond Road intersection with Tourmaline Avenue, turn right. Proceed along Tourmaline Avenue, following the signs to the Pearl Beach Tennis Courts parking area, where parking marshals will assist with parking and also will direct those requiring disabled parking. Parking may be a problem in Pearl Beach streets, especially the near vicinity of the Arboretum. See above for parking information. After parking your vehicle, you will have a short stroll through the Arboretum to the opera venue. NOTE: Be mindful of the convenience of Pearl Beach residents when parking in street-side areas. Please do not park in or across an obvious resident's property vehicle access point. Consider how you would feel if someone parks across your driveway! What to bring! This is an open air event amidst the beauty of the native forest. You should bring chairs, a picnic hamper and drinks and clothing applicable for the

weather. Remember, in the village there is only the Pearl Beach General Store and Café and this is located some distance from the venue. So selfcatering is recommended. Excellent coffee can be purchased onsite. To those bringing young children, we ask that they be supervised and noise be kept to a minimum during performances. Medical assistance will be available onsite if required. A very exciting line-up of opera artists will perform an outdoor concert on Saturday, 23rd March, 2013 - Ben Makisi - Tenor, Dominica Matthews - Mezzo Soprano, Michaele Archer Soprano and Dallas Watts - Baritone. Accompanied by Jem Harding - Pianist and the Central Coast Conservatorium String Orchestra. Proceeds of this event to support Guide Dogs NSW & ACT and ROTARY Projects and Charities. For ticket information visit www.opera.pearl-beach.com Bookings essential.

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang HAS LANDED IN SYDNEY AND RECEIVED FABULOUS REVIEWS "9/10...bursting with colour, optimism and humour, and it boasts some of the finest stage talents in town... the car is the star and it doesn’t disappoint. Its flying sequences are a marvel of stage magic." Sun Herald "David Hobson and Rachael Beck, as the inventor Caractacus Potts and feisty maiden Truly Scrumptious, are the heart and soul of the musical. Both sing beautifully while the craziness of Ian Fleming’s story unfolds around them. Huge fun" Sun Herald “Chitty Chitty really goes off with a Bang Bang...a fantasmagorical machine that draws gasps of delight when it flies, in a genuinely magical moment.” The Sunday Telegraph SYDNEY SEASON Venue: Capitol Theatre, 13 Campbell Street, Haymarket Season: 16 November 2012 – Sunday 13 January 2013 Performances: Tue 7pm, Wed to Sat 8pm; Matinees Wed 1pm, Sat 2pm & Sun 3pm Tickets: from $69.60 to $129.90 Bookings: Ticketmaster 1300 723 038 or ticketmaster.com.au

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Coffee on the Coast

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 to Sat 6.30am to 5pm Sun 6.30am to 2.30pm

Firefly Bistro

Open Wed to Sun 11am to 3pm

Superb Coffee & Teas Homemade treats Light Lunches

4356 1836 34 Macadamia Lane Wyong Creek

Licks Ice Cream LICKS is a family owned and operated business. We have been making our own ice cream, sorbet and yoghurt since 1984. We source our ingredients from local suppliers and make our ice cream on-site following a traditional formula. Available from our shop at The Entrance or from our butterscotch coloured, mobile coffee and ice cream cart found at many local markets. LICKS can cater for customers with special dietary requirements. Our fruit based sorbets are not made with dairy, all our ice cream and yoghurts are egg free and most of our flavours are gluten free. If ice cream is not your thing but you still crave a rich creamy treat – we make our own fudge too! LICKS proudly drink, serve and recommend Morgan’s Handcrafted Coffee. Roasted at the base of the Blue Mountains and sourced using Fair Trade Principles. We grind Morgan’s Handcrafted Coffee on-site once you have ordered. We choose to use their M-Organic and Swiss Water Decaffeinated coffee blends and their organic drinking chocolate.

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Ice Cream Sorbet Yoghurt

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Funky Fudge 105 The Entrance Rd The Entrance

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High Tea at Hatters Tea House

Beautiful Beverages & Tantalising Treats

Specialising in High Tea 7 days, 10am - 5pm

281 Ocean View Rd Ettalong Beach 02 4344 5525 www.hattersteahouse.com.au

Vegetarian Café Organic Coffee Gifts A relaxing sanctuary Open 7 Days 9am to 4pm 221 Wattle Tree Rd, Holgate. Ph 4365 5810 www.bamboobuddha.com.au

Tranquil Bamboo Buddha Gallery Alternative Therapies in the Gallery @ Bamboo Buddha Aloha - the joyful (oha) sharing (alo) of life energy (ha) in the present (alo). As you share this energy you become attuned to the Universal Power the Hawaiians call mana. And the loving use of this incredible Power is the secret for attaining true health, happiness, prosperity and success. Valentina Earthealer is now running the Aloha Gallery at the Bamboo Buddha. Currently on offer are Meditation and Kundalini & Hatha Yoga Classes, as well as Reiki, Massage, and Akashic Readings. SPECIAL OFFER FOR JANUARY Aroma Touch Technique with Rut Frohlich, 1hr $65 (normally $80) REGULAR CLASSES – Hatha and Kundalini Yoga, QiGong, Meditations for adults and kids. HOLIDAY CLASSES FOR KIDS – candle making with Valentina. The funkiest Café & Gallery on the Central Coast. 221 Wattle Tree Road, Holgate 2250 Phone 02 43655810 www.bamboobuddha.com.au Log on or click here to see our events calendar

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Coffee on the Coast

Beautiful Beverages from around the world as well as our Local Glee coffee, freshly baked goodies made in-house daily will tantalise your taste buds as you join us for the best High Tea on the coast. Our guests return often to tell us that this is the place for them to bring their family and friends, as not only do we serve such a wonderful variety of treats, the atmosphere is not felt anywhere else as it is at Hatters. Come and join us and you will soon be back again and again. Don’t forget to make your booking (we require 48 hours notice for bookings for High Tea) so we can spoil you on arrival. 281 Ocean View Road, Ettalong Beach Phone (02) 4344 5525 www.hattersteahouscom.au

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Monthly Markets Guide Avoca Beachside Market 4th Sunday of the month. 9am – 2pm. Heazlett Park, Avoca Beach. www.fixxevents.com.au or 0416 097 707. Central Coast Craft Sale Art Studios at Gosford Regional Gallery, 36 Webb St. East Gosford. 2nd Saturday of the month (excluding January) 9.30am until 4pm. We support The Children's Medical Research Institute. Enquiries: 43233698.

Ourimbah Lisarow RSL Markets Pacific Highway, Ourimbah An all-weather undercover market held the 3rd Saturday of December 10am-2pm. Enquiries: Sue at Fairhaven 0407757866. Terrigal Market Day Anglican Church Holy Trinity Market day. 3rd Saturday of month 10am to 1pm. 92 Serpentine Road Terrigal. You will also find our OP Shop open Tues to Fri 9am to 4pm. Contact 43 651280.

Davistown RSL Charity Markets 19 Murna Road, Davistown Large all-weather undercover market held the 3rd Sunday of each month from 9am-2pm. Enquiries: Sue at Fairhaven 0407757866.

Terrigal Lions Club Car Boot Sale Terrigal Lagoon Reserve. Cnr Willoughby Rd & Terrigal Dr. 1st Sunday of month. 9am -1pm. Ph: 0448649522 Gates open for vendors at 6.30am.

Ettalong Markets Under cover. Open every weekend. Baby and Kids market first Sunday of every month. 189 Ocean View Rd, Ettalong Beach. You can get here by ferry, train and bus. Ph: 43 425 451.

The Entrance Waterfront Markets Waterfront Plaza, The Entrance Saturday 9am – 4pm. Contact 4333 5377.

Gosford City Markets 2nd Saturday of the month. 8am -1pm, Kibble Park Gosford. Ph 4322 7726 or info@gosfordcity.com.au. Kincumber Markets Kincumber Uniting Church Car Boot Sale. Cnr Killuna Rd & Avoca Drive. Held on the first Saturday of the month from 7am to 12 mid day. Contact 43681351 or 43695939. Op Shop Open Wed to Fri 10am to 2pm, Saturday 10 to 12 mid day. Mangrove Districts Market 2nd Sunday each month corner Wisemans Ferry Road and Waratah Road, Mangrove Mountain. Specialising in healthy organic produce to raise funds for our Heritage Hall. Ph: 0439 824 553.

The Entrance Lions Club Markets The Entrance Cinema Car Park, Bayview Ave, Sundays 8:30am - 12:30pm. The Olive Tree Market The Junction Public School. Sat 2nd Feb 9am - 3pm. Toukley Sunday Market Coles car park - Yarralla Rd, 7am - 1pm. Variety of stalls. Run every Sunday (weather permitting) Enquiries - 0416280589. Wyee Community Markets 2nd Sat each month. Wyee Hall Grounds, Hue Rd, Wyee. Stall Holders welcome. Terry Pryor 4357 1426

The Olive Tree Market The Olive Tree Market will take a break over January and will be back in 2013 on February 2nd. 2012 was a busy and successful year for The Olive Tree Market Artists & Designers! The market grew in stall numbers and saw some amazingly talented artisans join the market. Including stylish home wares from surface designer 4 Leaf Clover, beautiful jewellery from silversmith Natalie Kube, funky art works featuring vintage record graphics from Safety Pin Design and beautiful illustrations in cards and prints by Wisteria Designs. The Olive Tree Market is Newcastle & The Hunters Leading Art & Design Market and home to over 120 local artisans. Visit one of the regions best kept secrets, discover high quality work from the hands of the maker, wander amongst vibrant and unique stalls, take home gourmet produce from our artisan makers and listen to the sounds of talented local musicians! See you under the Olive Tree! Rain, Hail or Shine. www.theolivetreemarket.com.au Stall enquiries: enquire@theolivetreemarket.com.au

Morisset Mega Markets Off the F3 Freeway, Morisset exit. Open Saturdays and Sundays from 8.30am to 3pm. 3 acres undercover 100’s of market stalls. www.megamarkets.com.au. Morisset Showground Markets Morriset Showground Ourimbah St 1st Sat/month Ph: 02 4973 2670 8am onwards. Niagara Park Market Day Niagara Park Shopping Centre Samaratins OP-SHOP 4328 5788 2nd Saturday of month. 9am - 2.30pm.

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Sat 2nd Feb

Camyr Allyn Wines are only sold in our cellar door, online shop, selected restaurants, David Jones stores and a limited number of fine wine stores. We invite you to visit our delightful cellar door situated in the magnificent grounds of Camyr Allyn North. Enjoy a relaxed tasting and wine experience. Sample local gourmet foods and olive oils which are available for purchase.

BANJOS The Ultimate Escape

A Multi Award Winning Magical Retreat ... hugged by bush and wildlife!

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We’ve been HHHHH AAA Tourism Rated for 10 years!

Offering just 3 luxury 5 Star lodges (2 - 24 guests) Exclusive recreational facilities High energy activities to total relaxation Come and enjoy our wonderful retreat & fabulous wildlife!

The cellar door is open every day except Tuesday from 10 am to 5 pm. You are welcome to picnic in the grounds or on the banks of the Allyn river with kangaroos, echidnas, platypus and native birds for company.

Summer Hill Road,Vacy 2421 Ph: (02) 9403 3388 Email: bookings@banjosretreat.com.au

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