Central Coast iMag December 2013 by iMag Publications Pty Ltd

December 2013

Central Coast

Avoca Beachside Markets and Christmas Fair

Inside:

See page 39 The Conservatorium Christmas Concert Page 7

Bobbie P Gallery Exhibition of Aboriginal Art Page 44

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Weberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Circus Page 48

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).

"Priceless views, undulating bushland setting with well maintained fairways and greens" Bar facilities, Poker Machines, TAB, Keno, 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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Ken Duncan’s World of Light Ken Duncan’s brand new exhibition, World of Light, has now been unveiled in his Erina Heights Gallery. And what a world of light this exhibition reveals... From an incandescent image of the Taj Mahal taken from a refreshing new angle, to a seemingly ancient Chinese man poling his fishing boat down the Li River in Guilin; from autumn gold reflected in the mirror of Lake Tekapo, New Zealand, to a family of Indian elephants at rest by a waterhole; from an aerial image of swirling turquoise water and white sand near the Great Barrier Reef to the pastel hues of twilight crowning The Dolomites in northern Italy - this new series of images evokes a raft of emotions. To coincide with the new exhibition, Ken Duncan also launched his new book, Life’s a Journey – the Adventure Continues. In this long-awaited sequel to his 25-year retrospective Life’s an Adventure (2008) Ken shares previously untold stories from his extensive career and presents a series of exquisite new photos captured worldwide. It tells much more of the unique Ken Duncan story. Ken’s Erina Heights Gallery is open 7 days from 10am – 5pm at 414 The Entrance Road, Erina Heights, 02 4367 6701 or www.kenduncan.com

COLOURS OF SUMMER IIII COLOURS EXHIBITION COMING SOON Shop 15 15 Crowne Crowne Plaza Terrigal (next to Aromas Shop Aromas cafe) cafe)

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Australia’s Leading Outdoor Adventure Centre Winner of Best Tourist Attraction at the QantasLink Hunter & Central Coast Awards for Excellence in Tourism 2013, Glenworth Valley Outdoor Adventures is located on 3,000 acres of pristine wilderness just one hour from Sydney CBD. Glenworth Valley is unique in offering adventure and leisure experiences with 50km of ancient rainforest trails, lush green valleys, meandering creeks and rock pools. Just 20 minutes from Gosford and 1 hour from Sydney CBD.

• Horse riding • Lead pony rides • Quad biking • Abseiling

• Kayaking • Fishing park • Camping • Laser skirmish

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Friday – Sunday 10am – 4pm (5klm off M1) P at Yarramalong Showroom or by appointment www.forestoft Mob: 0438 534 954 Email: deborah@deborahbuckleyartisan.com.au Open 7 days. Bookings essential. Cooks Road, Glenworth Valley 20 mins from Gosford

Phone: 4375 1222 www.glenworth.com.au

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

FOREST OF TRANQUILITY

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Serving Lebanese mezze spread, meat and vegetarian banquets cooked on traditional charcoal BBQ and honeyed pastries. Bar Service includes fine wines and a range of beers on tap. Opening HOURS 7 Days: 11am - 3pm Wed, Thurs, Fri & Sat: 5pm - 10pm Bookings: 43CEDARS (4323 3277) 4 ILYA AVENUE ERINA

Open 7 Nights From Sat 9th November to Sat 21st December http://forestoftranquility.blogspot.com.au/ Saturdays Live Music & Tours on Thursdays Firefly Special Opening Hours Monday - Friday 3pm - 9pm Weekends 10am - 4pm & 6pm - 9pm Wizards Fancy Dress & Workshops Saturday 21st December 12 - 6 pm fireflies@forestoftranquility.com KIDS FOREST XMAS

SUNDAY 22nd December 10am- 4pm Forest Activites for all Ages Make a Xmas Wishes Tree Xmas Forest Stories & Songs Music Melting Pot Weekend 21 & 22 390 Ourimbah Creek Road Ourimbah (5kms off M1) Phone: 43621855

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From the Editor December Have a Merry Christmas on the Coast. With Christmas and school holidays approaching, the entertainment on the Coast really hots up with Christmas tree lighting, carols a Christmas fair, extra shopping hours and the New Year’s Eve fireworks and entertainment. Many of our Clubs and restaurants are offering special Christmas functions. Don’t forget the hinterland for something a bit different for those special events. An excellent way of seeing the scenic delights of the Central Coast is to get out on the water see pages 32 & 33 for your self drive or go on a tour of The Hawkesbury. Hire a bike and enjoy riding around the lakes or beaches see p24 or p39 or visit Glenworth Valley for a ride on a beautiful

BOOK SALE Up to 50% off until after Christmas Richards Old Bookshop 130A The Entrance Road The Entrance Ph: 4332 2743

Contents horse or quad bike or kayaking or many other enjoyable things see p3. If entertainment is what you are looking for we have it by the page full in your DEC. iMag. Take the children or yourselves to The Reptile Park for a magnificent day out, you will want to return often. Webers circus is in Town on the Gosford foreshore, this is something the whole family will enjoy; see the back page for more information. Our hearts go out to all the unfortunates that have lost their homes in the Bush Fires, we do send our love and best wishes, we also hope that you benefit from our fundraiser at Central Coast Leagues Club on Nov 30th and that you and your family can somehow enjoy the festive season. I would also like that all that gave so generously for our Fire relief auction and raffle, it is all of you that give so generously that make this a wonderful place to be. I love your smiling faces. Have a very Merry Christmas.

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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 LOST OR STOLEN CREDIT CARDS Amex 1800 230 100 Diners 1800 33 1199 Mastercard 1800 120 113 Visa 1800 805 341 TRANSPORT Central Coast Taxis Transport info line Timetables

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Need a Getaway Plan? Come to the Central Coast in December! Summer has arrived, and Christmas celebrations are the highlight of a month packed full of festive fun on the NSW Central Coast. From communitybased Christmas celebrations in Blue Haven, Wyong and Pearl Beach through to major Carols events at Gosford’s Bluetongue Stadium (December 18th), Mingara Recreation Club (December 22nd) and Memorial Park at The Entrance (December 24th), there’s something for all the family to enjoy! The 2013 Christmas Fair takes place at Avoca Beach on December 8th,

while Gosford Race Club hosts several race meetings perfect for a Christmas gathering throughout December. Once the big day arrives, there are plenty of options for visitors and locals to tuck in to a festive feast! Head to our website to view the full list of options, including special Christmas fare at Mingara Recreation Club and Crowne Plaza Terrigal. December is the time of year families start thinking about making their getaway plans – so take advantage of some great special offers now available - including 2 for 1 entry* at the Australian Reptile Park or half-price permits to dive the ExHMAS Adelaide*, or a range of accommodation offers including stay 3 nights get 4* deals at Central Coast Holiday Parks, or a Special Moments Package at Crowne Plaza Terrigal*. These deals and more are available

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With Christmas wrapped up for another year, there are plenty of ways to ring in the New Year 2014. The Entrance hosts its annual familyfriendly New Year’s Eve Celebrations in Memorial Park, while the Gosford New Year’s Eve Festival returns again, with horse racing, the Mariners v Perth Football match at Bluetongue and live entertainment on the waterfront. Both locations conclude their celebrations with spectacular fireworks displays over the water at around 9pm. For more NYE ideas make sure you check our website for a comprehensive list! For information on these events and so much more this summer, make sure you visit our website, and keep following us on Facebook and Twitter! Phone: 1300 132 975 for more information visit www. visitcentralcoast. com.au ...we’ll take you there!

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What's On December

Sat 14 – Sun 15 Beccy Cole, Lizotte’s Kincumber. 4368 2017 Sun 15 Carols by Candlelight, Town Park Wyong. 4352 2643

Sat 30 Nov & Sun 1 Central Coast Beach Fest 2013, Avoca Beach. 0428 447 191 Sun 1 Carols by Torchlight, Long Jetty Hospital Auxiliary. 4388 3703 Sun 1 Lighting of the Christmas Tree, Village Green Toukley. 4397 1711 Sun 1 Lighting the Christmas Tree, Village Green Toukley

Thurs 5 - Fri 20 Aboriginal Art Exhibition - Bobbie P Gallery, Wyong

Sun 1 Love Your Sister stopover at Kincumber Hotel. www.loveyoursister.org Sun 1 5 Lands Art Trail - Various Locations. www.5landsarttrail.com

Wed 18 Gangajang, Lizotte’s Kincumber. 4368 2017

Sat 21 Farmers Markets, Memorial Park The Entrance. 4930 5156

Sun 1 Arj Barker, Doyalson RSL. 4390 0622

Sun 22 Liberty Church Carols, Kibble Park Gosford. 4322 7726

Tue 3 Faulty Towers – The Dining Experience, Lizotte’s Kincumber. 4368 2017 Wed 4 San Remo & Blue Haven Community Christmas, Blue Haven Public School. 4390 7888

Fri 6 Seltic Sirens, Avoca Beach Theatre. 4382 1677 Sat 7 Farmers Markets, Memorial Park The Entrance. 4930 5156

Sun 22 Darren Percival & Friends, Lizotte’s Kincumber. 4368 2017 Sun 22 Christmas Under the Stars, Mingara Athletics Centre. 4349 7799 Sun 22 Twilight Carols - Tennis Courts, Pearl Beach. 4344 2319 Mon 23 Weber’s Circus, Gosford Waterfront. 0448 247 284 Tue 24 Carols in Kibble Park, Gosford. 4322 7726 Tue 24 Carols by Candlelight, Memorial Park The Entrance. 4333 5377

Sat 7 All New Tuggerah Lakes Mardi Gras Summerfest – The Entrance. 4333 5377

Tue 25 - CHRISTMAS DAY on the Central Coast! Head to www.visitcentralcoast.com.au to find a list of places to dine, Church services and shopping centre trading hours around the region!

Sat 7 Christmas Bush Dance – Wyong Race Club. 0409 108 755

Fri 27 todayscountry94one Country Music Twilight Meeting, Gosford Race Club. 4325 0461

Sat 7 Noisefest 2013 – The Pool Party, Beachcomber Hotel, Toukley. 4397 1300

Sat 28 Bondi Cigars, Lizotte’s Kincumber. 4368 2017

Sat 7 Football: Mariners v Sydney FC, Bluetongue Stadium Gosford. Tickets 132 849

Sat 28 Shelly Beach Markets, Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College. shellybeachmarkets@gmail.com

Sat 7 Charity Markets, Ourimbah RSL. 0407 757 866

Sun 8 2013 Christmas Fair, Heazlett Park Avoca Beach. 0416 097 707

Tue 31 - NEW YEARS EVE on the Central Coast!

Sun 8 Peninsula Waterfront Art Markets - Anderson Reserve. 0415 498 548

Gosford NYE Festival: 11am Horse Racing, Gosford Race Club. 4325 0461

Fri 13 Killer Queen, Lizotte’s Kincumber. 4368 2017

6pm Football: Mariners v Perth Glory Bluetongue Stadium. Tickets 132 849

Fri 13 Family Christmas Concert, Club Toukley RSL. 4396 4855 Sat 14 Bateau Bay Anglican Church special Christmas Trash & Treasure market. Ph 4396 8948 Sat 14 Gosford City Markets, Kibble Park. 4322 7726

Wed 18 2GO Newcastle Permanent Carols Bluetongue Stadium, Gosford. 4304 4200

Sun 1 9th Birthday Celebrations - Ettalong Beach Club. 4343 0111

Thu 5 – Sat 7 Diesel, Lizotte’s Kincumber. 4368 2017

Mon 23 Weber’s Circus Gosford Waterfront

Sun 15 Central Coast Junior Touch Championships, Gosford. 0410 305 771

Thu 19 Magic Millions Race Day - Wyong Race Club. Fri 20 – Sat 21 Ian Moss, Lizotte’s Kincumber. 4368 2017

Thu 5 – Fri 20 Australian Aboriginal Art Exhibition, Bobbie P Gallery Wyong. 0490 061 949

Sun 15 Carols by Candlelight Town Park Wyong

Sun 15 Macquarie Shores Markets – Doyalson RSL. macquarieshoresmarkets@gmail.com

Sun 1 Central Coast Concert Band, Laycock St Theatre. 43 233 233

Thu 5 Westpac Helicopter / Samaritans Race Day, Gosford Race Club. 4325 0461

Sun 8 Christmas Fair Heazlett Park Avoca Beach

Sun 15 Charity Markets,Davistown RSL. 0407 757 866

Sat 14 Christmas Party Picnic Raceday, Gosford Race Club. 4325 0461

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til 9:30pm Live Entertainment and Fireworks (9pm) on Gosford Waterfront. 4322 7726 The Entrance NYE @ Memorial Park. 4333 5377 NYE 2013 with Hat Fitz & Cara Robinson, Lizotte’s Kincumber. 4368 2017 More ideas at www.visitcentralcoast.com.au

Ettalong Beach Foreshore Redevelopment Gosford City Council is currently undertaking redevelopment works of the foreshore reserve at Ettalong Beach. • The reserve area between Beach Street and the Lemon Grove netball court entry (just south of Bangalow St), will have a new sandstone seawall, cycleway/ footpath, children’s playground, park furniture, car park realignment, stormwater infrastructure and landscaping. • Construction of a Beach Facilities Building (café/kiosk/ public toilets) at the end of Beach Street. • Construction of a pedestrian walkway/cycleway along Lance Webb Reserve (between Picnic Parade and Ferry Road) • Nourishment and restoration of the beach The reserve will be open for use in late December ready for the busy Christmas holiday period. The redevelopment of the Ettalong Beach Foreshore will showcase the natural beauty of the area and will allow both locals and visitors a better chance to share the great lifestyle enjoyed here on the Central Coast. The Ettalong Beach Foreshore redevelopment has a $2 million dollar funding contribution from the Federal Government, $2.79 million from Gosford City Council,

Supported by:

$300,000 from the NSW government’s Metropolitan Greenspace Program and just over $83,000 from the NSW Office of Environment & Heritage.

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18 - 19 January 2014 Gosford Showground HOURS: 10am to 4pm Saturday 10am to 2pm Sunday. Entry $5 adults, $10 family, children free.

There will be a large display of stationary engines of all sizes from 1/4 HP up to 50 HP, petrol engines, crude oil engines, diesel engines, from Australia, England and USA with the odd engine from NZ, Canada or continental Europe, also hot air engines - which despite their massive size produce very little power. Farm machinery such as pumps, chaff cutters, roller mills and electricity generating sets. Vintage tractors, cars and trucks will add to the spectacle. The piece de resistance will be the steam engines. There will be two steam portable engines - one from the USA and one from England. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sootyâ&#x20AC;? the traction engine that is coming is road registered and for the first time in many decades the public will see a steam engine trundling down the main street of Gosford - a sight not to be missed. The important point is that this is a Machinery in Motion show, all Machines will be operating - not static displays as in museums. Listen to the odd sounds of different engines, smell the smoke and steam from the steamers. Look at the beautiful restorations of cars, trucks, tractors and engines, some of them extremely rare and valuable. The Central Coast Machinery Club Inc. shed at Gosford showground will have the shutters open for viewing of great interest is the Blackstone straight eight 300 HP diesel engine which was the original back-up power supply for Richmond Air Force Base.

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Penrose Interiors & Exteriors

SUMMER IN THE GARDEN Looking after your soil is the key to a luxuriant and easy care garden. With a little “Tender Loving Care” for the soil, your precious plants will thrive and grow over the summer...even on the sunniest of days. The first step is to look after yourself..... Slip Slop Slap before you get down and dirty ! Try to garden in the cool of the morning or the longer evenings and leave midday for the Lizards. Next step is to provide some food for your plants. Spread around some manure or pelletised organic fertilizer such as OrganicExtra to gently feed the new growth over the growing season. If the soil seems dry, consider using a soil wetting agent to improve water penetration and save on water. Its easy to scatter on at this stage, or use a liquid form from a watering Can. Now you need to provide some insulation and protection for those important roots....a little summer blanket ! There are many types of mulch

from pine bark, through sugar cane to pebbles. The common factors are that they hold moisture in the soil, keep the heat out, and help reduce weeds. It’s hard to think of a plant that does not appreciate mulching, just keep it a little away from the trunk of the plant, and make it nice and thick. Lucerne and Sugar Cane are best for the veggie and flower gardens. Use Tea Tree or Eucalyptus mulch around shrubs and natives. Polished pebbles really highlight your succulents in a pot or the garden. Last of all is the watering. With rain still scarce it is important not to waste town water, so irrigate gardens deeply a couple of times a week. Use the cooler times of the day so that the water doesn’t just evaporate back into the atmosphere. Small pots might need watering every day in the height of summer, larger ones maybe every second day.

Located in thae heart of Erin

Fish Ponds and water Bowls Tropical and Coldwater fish Koi Carp Small to Jumbo Sensational plants for Aquariums and ponds Pump and Filtration Experts Great Carparking 224 The Entrance Road, Erina

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Interiors & Exteriors

After

“Everything old is new again” Furniture of yesteryear was constructed of beautiful timbers and built by highly crafted tradespeople. Polished by French polishers and made to wear the test of time. Today we live in a throwaway society, not only do we throw away these beautiful pieces of quality, but we buy, and then in a short time, throw away what I call fashion accessory pieces, made in China and made for a fashion which is not meant to last. These are inexpensive, look the part, but definitely have a time limit. So what do we do with our treasures of yesteryear? We reinvent them, appreciate their longevity and understand where they can fit into today’s designs. It is amazing what a coat of paint can do for the look of an item, it can transform a tired old piece into a new “work of art” with a little imagination new handles, some slight adjustments and then..... “ Everything old is new again”. Have a look at the images of our before and after shots of four different pieces of furniture with descriptions of the process.

Before A Television cabinet/wine cupboard that we stripped & sanded. We removed the wine rack and replaced it with a single shelf making this piece more versatile, it can now be used as a dining room sideboard or as a TV Cabinet or whatever you would prefer. We then resurfaced in a chalky white finish leaving the top timber. This finish has given the piece a beachy/Coastal feel.

After

Before Two old light fittings rescued from the junk yard, reinvented by covering it in our liquid bronze metal coating & adding some verdigris. These pieces have now been transformed into great garden sculpture that doubles up as a candelabra. Beautiful for added ambience for any occasion.

After

Before The lounge we stripped and took it back to its original timber finish then had it upholstered in a beautiful velvet print fabric. We also did the same process to an old rocker used a complementary fabric on this and added some throw cushions using the fabric used on the lounge. A beautiful & very vintage look, homely and welcoming.

After

Before The utility seat we sanded back and applied our liquid metal iron coating to rusted it and now it is a very cute and handy seat to sit on and take your shoes off while storing them inside the seat. Sit back with a glass of wine and read your latest magazine.

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“ creating art in living”

Deborah Buckley ‘Artisan’

• Polyurethane • Metal Coatings • Metallic Finishes • Texture Coats • Lacquers & Stains • Glass Painting • Leaders in Decorative Paint Finishes • Suppliers of Pressed Tin Panelling

Renovating or Updating?

I have been specializing in painted finishes on kitchens and furniture on the Central Coast for 20 years. There are many advantages to paint finishes, whether you are revamping something old or creating something new. Not only are the advantages of paint an aesthetic appeal, in today’s living there is also the environmental issue. A lot of synthetic coatings are being used today which omit toxic fumes for the lifespan of the product. Once paint has cured, it omits no harmful vapours and can also lock in vapours from the underlying substrate, making it environmentally friendly. Whether it is new or updating your home. You can get as creative as you like. Using paint and the beauty of it is that you can always paint over it at a later date as fashions or trends change. An easy way to change your furniture, whether updating or moving house, is to have your existing furniture repainted professionally, to create a whole new look and feel. Phone us to find out all of your options. You will be amazed.

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We are your one stop Cleaning service specialising in;

Window cleaning - screens included Lounges & Upholstery - leather & fabric Drapes, Curtains & Verticals -while they hang Carpets - vacuumed prior to cleaning Mattresses - cleaned and allergen treated (as requested) Don’t delay! Call now for a free quote & get cleaned up for Christmas!

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National Crime Checks done on all staff. Trained & Qualified by ITI Interactive Training International. (Carpet & Upholstery)

Homewares - Gifts Kids & Babies section Ladies Accessories 203 Memorial Ave Ettalong Beach NSW 2257 Ph: (02) 4341 4229 goddessbythesea@bigpond.com

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or 0412 004 879 For Commercial and Domestic Pest Control • Ants • Rats and Mice • Cockroaches • Silverfish • Spiders • Fleas • Wasps • Bed Bugs • Termite Inspections Servicing the Coast for 25 years!

cont just arainer with lotrived new sto s of store fo ck in r shoppeXmas rs! Bali on Main is located at Toukley offering traditional and authentic items imported from Bali at Wholesale prices! Bali on Main stock: Statues, Pots, Water Features, Umbrellas, Garden Ornaments, Flags, Paintings, Sarongs, Bracelets, and more. With a large range of Bali Giftware, Accessories, Furniture, and Outdoor products to create a stunning outdoor theme in your backyard. Visit our showroom to see the full range of Bali items we have in store.

193-197 Main Road, Toukley

(opposite the Beachcomber Hotel)

Ph: 02 4397 1333 www.balionmain.com.au

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Truly unique, rare and beautiful Australian furniture and giftware handcrafted with love With Christmas approaching fast, you may be thinking about that ‘One off Piece’ Dining Table that will be a real talking point at your Christmas dinner, or that gift that will make your friend or family proud to own. We have a great selection of furniture and gifts to die for, handcrafted right here on the mountain, starting at around $20:00, as well as beautiful art by our local photographer. Having been here for almost two decades, the Rod Murray Gallery has earned a reputation for fine craftsmanship, consistently delivering magnificent and timeless pieces of furniture to customers who keep coming back, and recommending us to their relatives and friends. We are very grateful to your continued support! We’ve also been ‘that stopping point’ for that special gift, for a lot of regulars on their way to a wedding, birthday, etc. Using aged, reclaimed Australian Hardwoods and sustainable timbers, we ‘keep the trees alive’ by turning them into beautiful pieces of furniture, each individually handcrafted with old fashioned integrity. No two pieces are the same. I could rave on, but why not pop in and see for yourself?

So, where are we? I can’t believe the number of people who still, even as recently as last weekend, say to me ‘I’ve been going past here for years and never knew you were here’ ..best kept secret?! Only 20 min from Gosford, 30 min from the North of Sydney, an hour from Newcastle, the Rod Murray Gallery is located at the iconic Old Oak Milk Bar site at the Peats Ridge Village, PEATS RIDGE. It’s a beautiful scenic drive to the quaint village, with the local café, as well as the award winning restaurant across the road. When you come to the ‘Barn’ type building, let yourself be surprised by our stunning pieces of furniture and giftware and art. Indulge in the old fashioned friendly customer service. At the Rod Murray Gallery you’ll never feel like you’re imposing, whether you come to buy or just say Hi! "Look forward to seeing you soon" Odette, 0439 731 771

Quality hand crafted & custom built locally

Wine Buffet River Redgum

Coffee Table River Redgum

Burl Coffee Table Jarrah & Mallee

Queen Bed River Redgum

Dining Table River Redgum with Blackbutt inserts

Cowhide Ottoman

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Central Coast Carriages, Fernbank Farm

Wyong to Yarramalong to Spencer Discover the Wollombi Valley

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 Taste the luxurious handcrafted chocolates at Luka Chocolate Boutique. z Visit the Award Winning Koorinya Park Gardens for a picnic or as the venue for that special event. z Visit Amazement for a fantastic day out for the entire family! 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

Spencer Village Store Spencer Village Store offers guests a scenic and serene location right on the river. We have shaded seating on our private wharf for 24, as well as waterside seating for 50 people. Spencer is a pleasant drive - less than one hour - from the Central Coast. 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. Spencer Store is happy to cater for any group bookings with catering to suit your needs.

Wollombi is located north-east of Sydney, just 90 minutes from Sydney’s northern suburbs. A significant meeting point on the northsouth trade and travel route for coastal Aboriginal peoples, the Wollombi Valley was inhabited for thousands of years by Aborigines. Wollombi later played a key role in the expansion of the Sydney colony in the 1820s. The Great North Road, an extraordinary engineering feat built by convict labour, branching at Wollombi as it extended from Sydney to the north and north-east. Today, the tranquillity of the valley hides a vibrant lift with strong artistic and social activities. Continue along George Downes Drive after visiting Kulnura and enjoy the beautiful scenic drive to Wollombi.

The store is open 7 days a week, excluding Good Friday and Christmas day. Opening hours are Tuesday 9am – 12pm, Wednesday to Monday 8am – 5pm. 4666 Wisemans Ferry Road SPENCER Ph : 4377 1123 Fx : 4377 1488 svs2@bigpond.com

Little Creek Cheese Fa c t o r y

• 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) 14

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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 $12.95 you get eggs, bacon, sausage, mushrooms, tomatoes, toast and a glass of orange juice!

Weddings at Fernbank Farm Fernbank Farm is becoming a very popular choice for brides, and the latest addition to the Fernbank offering is the beautiful marquees which have been imported from India. Their unique shape and style are very different to the normal marquees available through other companies, and the beautiful chandelier creates an absolutely stunning feature in the marquee. The high quality canvas used in their manufacture keeps the marquee cool and totally waterproof ensuring complete comfort. A recent wedding at Fernbank was themed by Decorations to You, and Central Coast Carriages delivered the bride to the ceremony site adjacent to the Rotunda by the lake. If you would like to enquire about a wedding, Fernbank Farm can be contacted on 0414 541901 or via their website at www.fernbankfarmstay.com

Simple food lovingly prepared and served with a smile. Open 7 days: Mon-Sat 6.30-5pm, Sun 6.30-2.30pm. 4 Railway Square Wyong. Just near Wyong Railway Station.

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

CONTEMPORARY ORIGINAL COLLECTIONS 11 Alison Road Wyong. P: 0490 061 949 Mon to Fri 10.30am - 3pm. Sun 1 - 3pm Closed Tue & Sat

Visit website for December offers!

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

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WAXING SPECIALS: Hollywood & Brazilian starting at $40 (regular waxing) Eye Brow Wax & Shape $15 • Half leg wax $25 Full leg wax $40 • 5% off for waxing over $70

QUALITY BEAUTY & HOLISTIC TREATMENTS Herbal Aktiv Peels | Facials | Sugar Waxing Relaxing & Remedial Massage | Mani's & Pedi's | Tanning & Tinting

3 Alison Rd Wyong | 4351 0777 | www.karmaspa.com.au

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Charlie's Cottage c1900

Koorinya Park Gardens

A QUAINT 2 BEDROOM COTTAGE OF YESTERYEAR

FOR BOOKINGS please ring (02) 4376 1220. Viewing by appointment only.

Charlie's Cottage in Yarramalong has all the charm of a miners cottage of it's past with modern conveniences. Gas fire, air conditioned, a home away from home. Perfect for that weekend break in the picturesque Valley abundant with bird life.

$150 per night per couple or family. Week nights $125 per couple or family. All linen and breakfast basket supplied. Cooking facilities. 25 Ravensdale Rd, Ravensdale Yarramalong Valley NSW 2259 Ph 43561254 0414 615233 www.yarramalongvalley.com.au

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circa 1900

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, undercover area, conveniences, bring your morning tea or lunch if desired. Hot water available on request. Cover charge applies. 336 Forest Road, KULNURA koorinyapark@ yarramalongvalley.com.au Beryl M Collins C.M.C. J.P. Civil Marriage Celebrant

A Heritage Cottage with Modern Conveniences

25 Ravensdale Rd, Ravensdale Yarramalong Valley see www.yarramalongvalley.com.au for whats on. www.stayz.com.au/19115 Bookings: gailbrigden@hotmail.com 43561254 MOBILE 0414615233

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Award winning 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 Civil Marriage Celebrant Wyong Milk Factory, 141 Alisson Road, Wyong info@lukachocolate.com.au, 0243253738 â&#x20AC;˘ Wed-Sun 10am to 4pm www.lukachocolate.com.au

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336 Forest Road, KULNURA Phone: 02 4376 1220 koorinyapark@yarramalongvalley.com.au

“Who said there is no Santa Claus...ridiculous!” I’ve been reading many stories about Christmas, All full of love to mankind, and the generosity of people to those less fortunate. There are many stories where someone asks “is there really a Santa Claus?” I say ,of course there is. You see signs of him everywhere at Christmas time. On cards, in shopping centres for photos, blow up versions of him on front lawns, and of course don’t forget the Santa parades. No Santa? RIDICULOUS… Yes we do all get caught up in the commercial Hype of Christmas, but we

allow ourselves to do that. A gift can be very inexpensive, something we use or look at everyday which reminds us of the person that gave the gift. As simple as a mug we drink out of every day, who doesn’t like a special mug? A little decorative bird for the window sill, or a lovely scented candle, which when lit sends out a glow that only a candle can do. Kind regards

Deborah Buckley For more information on Deborah Buckley Artisan, see pages 3,10 & 11

THE OLD TIN SHED Restaurant

at Yarramalong Store The Old Tin Shed is now open every Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening from 6pm until 9pm. Bush Poetry recital every Friday night! The menu ranges from Brush Creek Beef served over seasonal vegetables, seeded mustard mash potato finished

with a red wine jus to Garlic Prawns gently simmered in garlic butter and white wine cream with jasmine rice and lemon, as well as other delicious items to choose from, with a choice of desserts for only $10. Kids menu is available - all meals $10 each includes Drink and Ice cream.

B.Y.O only • For Bookings please contact 4356 1222 The Old Tin Shed - 1625 Yarramalong Rd, Yarramalong 2259 paddyandclover@blue1000.com.au www.centralcoastimag.com.au

Something Anything

Homewares Gifts Art Collectables

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. We are constantly bringing in new stock and strive to make it an enjoyable experience, whether you just want to come and browse or to find that special gift. Situated directly behind Jerry's Gourmet Kitchen Kulnura where you can enjoy great coffee and food.

Summer Opening Hours: Wed to Fri 9.30am-4.30pm, Sat, Sun and all public holidays 9.30am-5pm. 1154 George Downes Drive Kulnura NSW 2250

Phone 02 4376 1266

When you visit Tocal Homestead it's hard to imagine days gone by. Tales of architects and graziers, bushrangers, businessmen, social reform and philanthropy are woven through the highs and lows of life on this unique property. Open Sat, Sun & public holidays March to November 10am - 3pm Tocal Road, Paterson Ph 4939 8901 w/days Ph 4939 8939 w/ends

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Knitting classes to suit all skill levels and experience A wide range of yarns to suit all occasions Patterns, books, needles and know-how P: (02) 4998 3153 E: enquiries@wollombiwoolstore.com.au W: www.wollombiwoolstore.com.au

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BANJOS The Ultimate Escape A Multi Award Winning Magical Retreat ... hugged by bush and wildlife!

We’ve been HHHHH AAA Tourism Rated for 12 years!

Summer Hill Road,Vacy 2421 Ph: (02) 9403 3388

Email: bookings@banjosretreat.com.au

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The Bubble Bar Look Good Feel Good With Eco Diva How exciting!! Eco Diva, a nationally recognised fashion label has recently moved their wholesale premises to Kincumber and opened their doors to the public. MacMaster locals Ruby and Katie started the business 4 years ago and currently supply boutiques throughout Australia with their popular designs. Do not miss out on this limited opportunity to access the colourful world of Eco Diva and save with these incredibly discounted prices while stocks last! Eco Diva’s flowing hand painted 100% silk Kaftans, Kimono’s and scarves are lush, vivacious, feminine and elegant. An exotic palette of colour, a wearable piece of art. They are worn by the young and not so young, the elegant and the funky alike. Eco Diva designs for all sized women 8-24 who enjoy colour and delight in elegance and simplicity of design. Their comfortable basics are made from the natural fibre from the pulp of the Beechwood tree. Modal garments are sensual on the skin while being soft on the environment. Open: Mon to Fri 9am to 4.30pm, Sat 9.30am to 3.30pm. Unit 1/11-13 Cochrone St, Kincumber 2251 ( opp lou lou’s coffee warehouse) Phone 02 4368 2949. www.ecodiva.com.au

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The Bubble Bar has a beautiful range of handmade soaps, milk baths, bath bombs, bath salts, lip balms, shaving creams, vapor rub & body butters. All of our products bases are totally 100% natural; we use all natural essential oils & the highest quality skin safe fragrance oils. Our Goats Milk range is great for dry sensitive skin, Eczema, Dermatitis, mature skin, it is perfect for babies and children. It is rich in protein and very nourishing, suitable for every skin types. I have over 160 different fragrances catering for men and women. Our glycerine range is perfect for drawing moisture to the skin, great for normal to dry skin types, it will leave your skin feeling silky smooth. Our range of products cater for all the mums, dads, boys and girls, we have something for everyone whether you are wanting to take time out and relax in the tub, or maybe you are in need of a pick me up. We even have fun products to encourage the little ones to take a bath. We also make up beautiful gift packs for any occasion. Our product range is so good for your skin, they are made with all natural ingredients, with no added nasties, and you will really notice how nourishing they are on even the most sensitive skin. Don’t just take my word; why not try them for yourself. Your skin will thank you! You can purchase from “The Bubble Bar” online www.thebubblebar.com.au or visit us in our brand new shop at 2/58 Tenth Ave Budgewoi (Just behind Coles) or phone 02 4399 1196 for special orders and assistance

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

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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. Bookings Ph 1300 132 975 z Enjoy some Retail Therapy in Toukley, East Toukley and Norah Head. z Play a round of golf at Toukley Golf Club. Ph 4396 5811 z Visit the Federation Art Gallery at Toukley Bridge. Ph 4392 4666 z

Phone: 43971711 or visit www.greatertoukley.org

Greater Toukley Vision presents

Lighting of the Christmas Tree on The Village Green Toukley Sunday 1st December from 4-9pm The annual Lighting of the Christmas Tree will be held in the Village Green, Toukley on Sunday 1st December from 4 - 9pm with Fantastic Fireworks to finish the night. This much loved event is not only a Christmas celebration but a celebration of all things community. Most of the entertainment is provided by the local community including Toukley Public School, St Mary’s Primary School, Cathy Makin Dance Academy, Chloe’s School of Song, giving family and friends an opportunity to gather and see their live stage performances. The event also acts as a fundraiser for a number of community and sporting groups including Toukley Haven Scouts selling glow products and safe no flame candles. The event is coordinated by Greater Toukley Vision Inc who is responsible for marketing and promoting the Greater Toukley area for the benefit of local business. Janet, Marketing Coordinator with Greater Toukley Vision who is also a local resident says the focus is to provide an inexpensive family night will loads of free activities including farmyard animals to pat and free face painting. The event is a great way for the local community to come together in a relaxed environment and share some

Christmas Spirit. The grand finale of this event is the fantastic fireworks show Sponsored by Delta Electricity, Wyong Shire Council, Star FM. For full details visit www.greatertoukley.org

Lighthouse Tower tours Breathtaking ocean views Heritage listed accommodation

Lighthouse

An ideal place to hold a wedding ceremony or small conference. www.norahheadlighthouse.com.au or call 1300 132 975 www.centralcoastimag.com.au

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Lighting the Christmas Tree on the Village Green Toukley Join us for our wonderful Christmas Celebrations Lots of Prizes to be Won sponsored by all the local retailers

Fireworks & Celebrations

Nov 17 Charlie & Donna & The Blake Boys 10-2pm Nov 24 Paul Robert Burton 10-2pm Dec 1

Lighting Of The Christmas Tree 4-9pm

Dec 8 Dexter Moore 10-2pm Dec 14 Cruising to the Village Green 5-9pm. Come and see classic cars and hot-rods and stay for a meal or a coffee. Dec 15 The Chiefs 10-2pm Dec 22 Munjang Rebel presents Vibes On The Green 10-2pm Proudly sponsored by:

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N' Thai Sing At N' Thai Sing Toukley, we guarantee you will be delighted with our menu selections. Our dishes combine the classical Thai flavours and recipe with modern presentations, giving you a stunning culinary experience. Trading Hours: Closed Tuesday lunch special Lunch: 11.30am-2.30pm From Dinner: 4.30pm-9pm $ .90 Friday & Saturday til 10pm FREE HOME DELIVERY 4397 2921 (local area) $30 Min order.

207 Main Road Toukley Phone 4397 2921

LIVE MUSIC FRIDAY – SATURDAY – SUNDAY NIGHTS

Here’s a taste of things to come at The Sporties.... Newly Opened Lucky Star Bistro – home of the $8.50 lunch! Choose from a great range of traditional bistro favourites along with authentic Asian delights. $20 Buy in poker tournament every sunday FROM 4PM Raffles every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday with great prizes to be won.

Lucky Star Bistro

Open Tuesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner serving Modern Australian and Asian Cuisine with daily $8.50 lunch specials.

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speciah Members Happy Hour Sunday to Friday l From S 5pm - 6pm and extended Saturday 2pm - 5pm Karaoke the last Friday of Every Month

Beer Garden, Bowling/Tennis, Lucky Star Bistro, Function Facilities, Entertainment

$ .50

Bowling/Tennis Roll-Up for a social game of bowls for $6 or have a hit of tennis on one of our two tennis courts from $6 (equipment available).

FREE LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Every Saturday Night

Victoria Street, Norah Head NSW P: 02 4396 6477 RCroker@norahheadsports.com

SATURDAY BAND NIGHT: 1st Saturday of Every Month Solo Acts - Every other Saturday Night Solo Acts Every Sunday Afternoon in the Beer Garden

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193-197 Main Road Toukley 02 4397 1333 www.balionmain.com.au The Central Coasts biggest selection of Balinese products

Gift Lines, Furniture & Outdoor Products

Water Features are our specialty | Balinese products at wholesale prices. Open 7 days 9.30am to 4pm c

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Bali on Main Bali on Main is located at Toukley on the Central Coast of NSW. We offer traditional and authentic items imported from Bali at Wholesale prices! Bali on Main currently stock: Statues, Pots, Water Features, Umbrellas, Garden Ornaments, Flags, Paintings, Ornaments, Sarongs, Bracelets, and much more. We have a large range of Bali Giftware, Accessories, Bali Furniture, and beautiful Outdoor Bali products to help you create a stunning outdoor Bali theme in your backyard. Visit our showroom to see the full range of Bali items we have in store. 193-197 Main Road, Toukley (opposite the Beachcomber Hotel).

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Spencer Village Store "The biggest little shop on the Hawkesbury"

Summerland Point

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 a week, excluding Good Friday and Christmas day. Opening hours are Tuesday 9am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12pm, Wednesday to Monday 8am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5pm. 4666 Wisemans Ferry Road SPENCER Ph : 4377 1123 Fax : 4377 1488 svs2@bigpond.com

Fresh local

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

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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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The Entrance © Glen Scarborough

The Entrance Toowoon Bay Gallery 36 years on and Toowoon Bay Gallery is still delighting art lovers and it gives us a great feeling to have a little bit in so many homes locally, Australia-wide and overseas.

Toowoon Bay Gallery

www.centralcoastimag.com.au Our thanks to all who have supported the gallery since 1977. Our move into dramatic pieces of handmade glass amazes and delights our customers. The vibrant colours absolutely “lift” white and off-white rooms. Not only are they producing stunning vases, but the makers are getting very adventurous and the sculptural pieces are a delight. At this time of the year we have to stock not only magic Christmas presents but also cater for the season’s holiday makers. Come and see our expanded range of 3-D bookmarks, solar “groovers” and many metal sports figures. Can we ask one more thing of our friends and customers? Klara Kaye of this iMag Monthly, along with Gosford Rotary and the Salvation Army are holding a Bushfire Fund Raising at the Central Coast Leagues

36 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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Memory Lane

Club on November 30th. Do come along for great entertainment, raffles and an auction. Finally we wish everyone a very safe and happy Christmas and New Year.

What's On at the Entrance Saturday 7th Farmers Market Memorial Park 8am-1pm Saturday 7th The All New Tuggerah Lakes Mardi Gras Summerfest Memorial Park 4pm-9pm Sunday 8th Jumpin Jive with DJ Vinnie Sails Stage 11am-3pm Sunday 15th Tim Pringle Duo Sails Stage 11am-3pm Saturday 21st Farmers Market Memorial Park 8am-1pm Sunday 22nd Dexter Moore Sails Stage 11am-3pm Tuesday 24th Carols By Candlelight Memorial Park 6pm-9pm Sunday 29th Change Duo Sails Stage 11am-1pm Tuesday 21st New Year’s Eve Celebrations Memorial Park 5pm-9pm

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

Phone: 1800 335 377 for more info or visit www.theentrance.org

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Ken’s Humble Pie & Profiterole Shop Ken’s Humble Pie And Profiterole Shop in Coral Street, The Entrance has been open for 18 months now and the word is out, that this is the place to go for the BEST pie on the Central Coast. Customers have also told staff that the Profiteroles are world class, some say “To die for”. The owner, Ken Shearim is very well known on the coast, having started his first business here in 1976. His past ventures include: • Ken’s Pie Shop – Toukley • Ken’s Pie Shop – Wyong • Wyong Plaza Hot Bread Shop • Legends Bakery – Wyong • Pie In The Sky Bakery – Erina • Time After Thyme Restaurant – Bateau Bay Ken and his staff prepare and bake all the products on the premises every day using only the best ingredients. What makes the pies so good is the attention to detail, starting with the stock they make themselves. Popular pies include lamb. Starting with whole legs of Lamb baked with onion, garlic and rosemary, then diced and cooked in stock with herbs and seasoning. Some other popular varieties are: Chunky Beef, Chicken Mornay, Honey Chili Duck and Prawn Mornay. Three pies come with REAL potato mash on top, Mince, Smoked fish and Sausage’s (known as Bangers and mash). They also make 3 types of family

pies each day, Chunky Beef, Mince & Chicken Mornay. All other choices may be made to order. Open 7 days from 7am. Shop 6 & 7 Coral St, The Entrance. Ph: 4333 4548

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.

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

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Children’s birthday parties a specialty

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Avoca Beach Cafes, Creations and Culture Avoca Beach is a jewel on the Central Coast and continues to grow each month in both business and entertainment. Mojito Joes Bar, Avoca Beach Seafood’s with new owners Ben and Sabina, Café Camino. Coast Fine Foods, Becker and Co Café, Stonefox Roasters, Summer Summa Boutique and Kahveh Café with new owners Jessie and Grant, are all newer businesses to Avoca and continue to thrive in this bustling seaside location. Iconic business such as the Avoca Hotel, Treetops Resort, Ludo’s Bakery, Avoca Palms Resort and The Point café offer world class service and products. Did you also know that Avoca Beach has some award winning businesses also? Aquafun on Avoca Lagoon with their

water activities was recently awarded the prestigious ECO Tourism Student Achiever Minister Award for 2013, Avoca Beach Butchery is multiple category award winner for their gourmet sausages, Avoca Beachside Markets at Heazlett Park every 4th Sunday of the month was recently awarded the best community award for2013 from Gosford Council Australia Day awards and Avoca Beach Picture Theatre has won best regional cinema in Australia numerous times. You can vote for any of these businesses or any other business in Avoca you feel that deserves some recognition for the 2014 Gosford Council Australia Day Awards at http:// www.gosford.nsw.gov.au/news_events/ interest/2013/2014-australia-daycommunity-awards Avoca Beach continues to have fantastic beaches, waterfront lagoon picnic areas, rock pools and is a great family friendly town with Avoca Nippers, Avoca Beach Rural Fire Brigade, Avoca Long board

riders and Avoca Surf Life Saving all providing great community services and activities for families and visitors. International food menus in Avoca include Spanish, Thai, Malaysian, Indian, Italian, Australian and Mexican, so be sure to visit the Village Area and you will not be disappointed, or grab some takeaway of mouth-watering fish and chips, burgers, wraps or Avoca Bakery’s famous pies and head on down to Avoca Beach and sit by the water while the kids play in the numerous playgrounds around the town or Avoca Beach Hotel has kids eat free on a Sunday night, so let them do the dishes for you and have the night off! Whether you watch a live band at the many venues around Avoca Beach, do some shopping at the markets, boutiques, village shops or antique store, Avoca Beach is a destination that does not disappoint!

Wishing you a very Happy Christmas from Avoca Beach

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Gourmet Deli Dedicated to sourcing the best foods from tried and trusted suppliers for your pleasure, we specialise in Antipasto plates, cheeses, olives, salami, pates, oils, chutneys, jams and delicious gourmet Hampers. Outside catering also available. Open for light breakfasts and lunch 7 days, serving freshly ground coffee and delicious cakes. 1/200 Avoca Drive Avoca Beach (Corner Avoca Drive and Cape Three Points Road). Phone 4382 4002 www.coastfinefoods.com.au

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Enjoy the unique cameraderie of the Camino, sharing simple meals: Tapas, Paella and Pork Ribs with good coffee and great conversation. Opening Hours: Tuesday - Sunday 10am to 4pm Thursday, Friday & Saturday nights from 6pm till late

326 Avoca Drive, Avoca Beach Phone: 43 811 214 or 0414 850 368

Grand Winner Sydney Royal Fine Food Show! Now in its third year, the Champion Traditional Sausage Perpetual Trophy donated by Graham J Crouch was awarded to Avoca Beach Butchery for their thick pork sausage. They also won six medals â&#x20AC;&#x201C; two Gold, two Silver and two Bronze â&#x20AC;&#x201C; for a range of products.

Stunning images of Central Coast scenery by Gary Berman

Made with love in the heart of Avoca Beach Village Open 7.30am till 6pm Mon-Fri and 7.30am till 1pm Sat.

184 Avoca Drive Avoca Beach

4381 0643

OPEN DAILY FROM 10 AM Summa Summa Gallery Shop 10, 192 Avoca Drive, Avoca Beach NSW Phone: 0414 875 823 Email: info@imagesbygb.com www.imagesbygb.com

2013 MEDAL WINNER with 6 awards for our Sausages

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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. Ph: 43233698. Davistown RSL Charity Markets 19 Murna Rd, Davistown. Large all-weather undercover market held the 3rd Sunday of each month (except October) from 9am2pm. Ph: Sue at Fairhaven 0407757866. 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. 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! Sue 0407757866 Fairhaven’s Point Clare Spring Market Saturday 19th October 9am-3pm. 209 Brisbane Water Drive, Point Clare. Large outdoor market. Great shopping. 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 Sat of the month from 7am to 12noon.

Contact 43681351 or 43695939. Op Shop open Wed to Fri 10am-2pm, Sat 10-12noon. Kulnura Pioneer Country Markets Inc. Every 3rd Saturday monthly from 8am to 1pm opposite the Kulnura General Store. Cnr of George Downes Drive and Greta Rd, Kulnura. Upcoming dates: Saturday 16th Nov, 21st Dec, 18th Jan, 15th Feb, 15th Mar, 19th April, 17th May, 21st June. If you would like to have a stall contact Wendi Bertens on 0404 360 174. Mangrove District 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. Niagara Park Market Day Niagara Park Shopping Centre Samaratins OP-SHOP 4328 5788 2nd Saturday of month. 9am - 2.30pm. Shelly Beach Markets INDOOR monthly market. The Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College, The Entrance Campus (Central Coast Hwy, Shelly Beach) on the LAST SATURDAY of the month, from 8am - 2pm. Contact Sarah 0424940614 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. 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. The Entrance Waterfront Markets Waterfront Plaza, The Entrance Saturday 9am – 4pm. Contact 4333 5377.

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The Entrance Lions Club Markets The Entrance Cinema Car Park, Bayview Ave, Sundays 8:30am - 12:30pm. The Impact Markets Saturday 24th August, 28th September. 9am-2pm. 19 Chetwynd Rd, Erina. Brand new venue. All weather indoor Market. Cafe available. Kid’s indoor play centre. Ample Parking. Over 50 stalls booked! The Olive Tree Market The Junction Public School. First Saturday of the month 9am - 3pm. Toukley Sunday Market Coles car park - Yarralla Rd, 7am - 1pm. Variety of stalls. Run every Sunday (weather permitting) Enquiries - 0416280589. Bateau Bay Anglican Church Monthly Trash & Treasure Market Special Christmas market Sat. 14th Dec. 8-1, Brooke Ave. Stall Holders welcome. Steve 43968948.

Avoca Beachside Markets The Central Coast ‘s Award Winning Premier Arts and Musicians Market. 4th Sun of month 9am-2pm Heazlett Park Foreshore Avoca. Sun 24th Nov is the last Avoca Market for 2013, with the Xmas Fair Market Sunday 8th Dec and first market for 2014 Sunday 19th Jan. 100+ handmade, vintage and emerging artists, live music all day from Lizottes and waterfront produce area. Come see what the buzz is all about! www.fixxevents.com.au

The Italian Restaurant Every now and then you just have to say thank you to those that look after you when you go out to enjoy a meal at a favourite place. My friends and I want to say just that to Steve and his team at one of the most pleasant dinning venues on the Coast. On the waterfront at The Entrance the view is so relaxing you are already in the right frame of mind when you sit down. When you look over the Menu to choose your sumptuous meal expect this to take a little time, as the menu is extensive and mouth-watering you may change your mind a few times before you finally decide on something and that could be to come back often enough to work your way through the menu, as we have done many times now. This is why we come back often because the food is always delicious and well presented; we have never been disappointed, ever. There are not many places you can say that every time you dine there the food is getting better and better. Some of our favourite dishes are the Pork Spare Ribs, Oysters Kilpatrick, The Barramundi, Scampi, scaloppini any of the Pizzas. The pasta is made on the premises and the Gnocci is just superb. The Bruschetta is the best we have tasted, one could just go on and on, it is all so good. As you see by this photo our last meal was the Seafood Platter. Now my friend this is finger licking good. Finished with a superb coffee and a Mr Pissa gelato. YUM. Another good reason to come here is it is pet friendly if you have your dog with you ask for a table to be made up on the boardwalk and they will comply. Beautiful smiling faces will make your time here a joy. See you there soon.

The Olive Tree Market

Christmas Market At the Junction Public School, December 7th 9am-3pm Newcastle’s Leading Contemporary Handmade Art & Design market will come alive at the most anticipated market of the year this December 7th! If you love unique & handmade work wander amongst 150 vibrant art & design stalls, meet Newcastle’s most talented makers and buy high quality gifts from the hands of the people who make them! It’s the perfect place to bring family, friends & visitors to experience the best

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Delicious pasta, a variety of traditional pizzas & Italian dishes Experience the best authentic and traditional Italian cuisine on the NSW Central Coast. Eat in or Take away Lunch from 12pm to 3pm Wednesday – Sunday Dinner from 5pm Wednesday – Saturday Azzuro Blu Wharf 12 The Entrance Road, The Entrance Ph 4333 8885. www.facebook.com/the italian restaurant www.theitalianrestaurant.com.au

of Newcastle’s & The Hunters artisan community. Stallholders at the Christmas Market will include: contemporary ceramic jewellery from Nellsdottir, women’s fashion by Wanderlust Clothing, beautiful candles in vintage teacups and crystal vessels by KW Creations, printmaking by well known artist David Hampton, illustration cards and artworks by Lauren Merrick, abstract paintings and resin jewellery by Oscar & Matilda, men’s t-shirts by Safety Pin Design, delicious puddings from Pudding Lane, locally grown olives and oils by Arolyn Grove and infused Macadamia oils, caramelized vinegars, and wonderfully nutty dukkahs by A Taste of the Bush.

Listen to the sounds of talented local musicians including Jacob Pearson and drumming by Earthen Rhythms African Drumming. Christmas Paper Art Workshops for kids, Artist Demonstrations and Strip of a Lifetime Christmas photo-booth. There will also be a mobile ATM to make shopping easy on the day. Extra Special Market on December 21st for last minute Unique Christmas Shopping. Visit www.theolivetreemarket.com.au Like The Olive Tree Market on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ theolivetreemarket

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On the Water

Carry an EPIRB for Safer Boating An EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon) is an electronic device that, when activated, assists rescuers locate those in distress. If you are going offshore, you are required to carry a 406 MHz EPIRB. Marine Rescue recommends that all vessels, whether voyaging inshore or offshore have one onboard. Marine EPIRBs float in the event of a major incident and can still send their signal to the satellite. Personal EPIRBs are also available for fitting to lifejackets and provide additional safety for crew on boats offshore.

An EPIRB is compulsory for offshore boaters. They are an invaluable tool for boaters, particularly in our popular bays and inlets. An EPIRB fitted with GPS narrows a search to within 120 metres, dramatically increasing your chance of survival. Orbiting satellites will calculate your position if the EPIRB has no GPS capability, and this can take about 90 minutes on average, but may take up to five hours depending on conditions. The position has an accuracy of around 5km. Rescuers must wait for confirmation of the beacon’s position before sending a

SAR team. After purchase, register your EPRIB with the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA), simply contact beacons.amsa.gov. au. A registered 406 beacon provides rescuers details of you and your boat and your emergency contact. This saves time and enables rescuers to provide positive assistance. A life-saving investment of around $300 with built in GPS – what a bargain, and a perfect gift for any boatie. Photo: An EPIRB with or without built in GPS are a great safety investment

Sydney Princess "On the Hawkesbury" Party with Us AUSTRALIA DAY CRUISE Sunday 26th January 2014 • AUSSIE B.B.Q. • Pick Up Spencer Wharf 12pm Sharp • $55.00 per head Tickets on sale December till 12th January 2014 (No Ticket No Boarding) Lic Bar available Bookings are Essential Ph: 0405 253 961, 0409 984 557 or 02 4377 1497

Sydney Princess On the Hawkesbury

Cruise the lovely Hawkesbury River in comfort! Sydney Princess is available for all special events: • Christmas Parties • Hens & Bucks Nights • Pensioner Cruises • New years Eve • Club Outings and Private Functions Bookings Essential 0409

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Pick up and return is available from Kangaroo Point, Spencer Wharf & Wiseman’s Ferry Holds approximately 50 - 60 guests comfortably

Andersons Boatshed 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. Go fishing and cook your BBQ. 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. The boats are pet friendly and wheelchair access is good. Open 8 -5 every day (plus extended hours during summer holiday period through until sunset). 3a Petit Street, Booker Bay Ph 43 413219. www.andersonsmarina.com.au

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207 Main Road Toukley Phone 4397 2921

‘N Thai Sing

lunch special From $ .90

The food at ‘N THAI SING is cooked with love by BOW. She makes all her own sauces and creates some amazingly delicious dishes. We are working our way through the specials and recommend this as one of the best on the Coast. The Siam Duck is so very tender and delicious you will want to lick the plate. Panang Prawns and Scallop Lychee is another favourite, it is so hard to not keep ordering the ones tried previously because they create a gastronomic memory and when you see the name on the Menu the mouth waters. YUM! Closed Tuesday. Lunch: 11.30am2.30pm, Dinner: 4.30pm-9pm Friday & Saturday til 10pm 207 Main Road Toukley. Phone 4397 2921

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Bamboo Buddha Gallery Take a nice drive into the countryside …. yet only 10 mins from Erina Fair. Float in through the big balinese doors … relax … find your special spot in our subtropical garden setting …. friendly service, delicious vegetarian fare cooked with love, organic coffee, cakes and treats to further indulge you in such a joyful, relaxing environment. Take some time to just be you, to connect with special friends and family. Come in today.

café ■ gallery nursery ■ gardens 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

High Tea at Hatters Tea House

Beautiful Beverages & Tantalising Treats

Specialising in High Tea

Tues - Sat 10am-4.30pm & Sun 12pm-4.30pm 281 Ocean View Rd Ettalong Beach 02 4344 5525 www.hattersteahouse.com.au

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 to bring their family and friends, as we serve such a wonderful variety of treats and the unique atmosphere is unlike anywhere else. Come and join us and you will soon be back again and again. Don’t forget bookings are essential for high teas. We require at least 48 hours notice. High Teas are popular so book as early as you can. 281 Ocean View Road, Ettalong Beach. Ph (02) 4344 5525 www hattersteahouscom.au

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 $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. Open 7 days: Mon-Sat 6.30-5pm, Sun 6.30-2.30pm. 4 Railway Square Wyong. Just near Wyong Railway Station.

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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

Spencer Village Store

Meat at George’s is a boutique Butcher shop located at 354a Main Road Toukley Meat at George’s has been in operation since February 2010 and has already won the 2010 Express Advocate Food Trade Award, the 2010 Apprentice of the Year Award, 2011 Wyong Chamber Business of the Year and a Finalist of Small Business of the Year 2012. Meat at George’s prides itself on delivering ‘old fashioned’ quality and service. You don’t just walk out with a bag of meat you walk out with a smile on your face. With over 25 years of experience in the Meat Industry, George will give you meal solutions, cooking methods and you can even borrow one of the many cook books that are available to all our customers. So the next time you're in Toukley, go in and experience some old fashioned quality and service.

Spencer Village Store offers guests a unique dining experience by The Hawkesbury River System. We have shaded "NE seating on our private wharf HOMEW OF for 24, as well as riverside THE BIG seating for up to 50 people. STEREO" With a backdrop of bush and sandstone cliffs, Spencer is a great spot to settle in and relax with a Devonshire Tea (baked daily in Store). From a plain burger to the Spencer Tower our burgers are famous for their outstanding taste as well as their generous size. While we are best known for our burgers, our Chef with 40 years experience, offers a full menu of options which includes Gluten Free alternatives. We are more than happy to cater to the needs of all our visitors and groups up to 100 people. All you need do is call and book your function ahead. We have a range of groceries, tackle, bait, fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as alcohol, ice, newspapers and books on local history/places of interest. 4666 Wisemans Ferry Rd, SPENCER (02) 4377 1123

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Meat at George’s

Seacoast Fishing SPRING AND SUMMER

Our commercial fishing business has been operating from Kincumber for the past 9 years and we have the freshest fish in town, straight from the boat to our shop, which is located 400m from the scenic road roundabout towards Macmasters Beach. Our catch consists of Snapper, Ocean Jackets, Bream, Trevally, mullet (when in season ) and Lobsters. We also have local Oysters, school prawns and a variety of frozen products. As our weather warms up, our catches continue to increase and our lobsters start to move heading out to sea for food. Our boys know when and where to put their traps out. During the winter months when the mullet are running we keep the male mullet for lobster bait. They split and salt the mullet and hang out to dry for a few weeks, the lobsters love this feed, it also lasts longer in the traps. About mid November is when our lobsters are available. We have tanks on our premises, where we store them for up to a month ready for transport. If you need lobsters, just pick them from our tanks and we can pack them for you, we cook everyday, so your choices are cooked, live, or asleep! We are open Thurs, Fridays 11am to 6pm and saturday 9am to 6pm. Ph: 43686160 Patanga Street, Kincumber

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Little Creek Cheese More Cheese Please! Yes, Little Creek Cheese is changing, for the better. Do you love your cheeses? Then the place to visit is Little Creek Cheese. Located in the Old Wyong Milk Factory along Alison Rd, you will find a small yet expanding cheese factory and shop. In the shop not only will you find their award winning cheeses that are made on site but a range of local and international cheeses. Making an appearance are some Wensleydales and other hard cheeses, even a sticky toffee dessert cheese. Whether you like goat, sheep or cow’s milk cheeses there is something for everyone, from soft to hard cheese and in betweens too. We can even organise a wedding cake of cheese. The owners are more than happy to take you through a tasting of their cheese and answer any questions you may have. There is a viewing window where you can see behind the scenes and see where the cheese is made and packed. In addition to the cheeses, you will find a wonderful range of handmade produce ranging from organic nuts and mueslis, chilli sauces, balsamic vinegars, crackers, nougat & more. The shop is open 7 days a week 10am till 4pm. www.littlecreekcheese.com.au littlecreekcheese@hotmail.com Old Wyong Milk Factory. Ph: 02 4353 2433 or 0488 481 441

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Luka Handcrafted Chocolates Luka Handcrafted chocolate is a Central Coast based company, specialising in premium hand crafted chocolates. As such, at LUKA®, only highest quality ingredients are used. The chocolates are classical in style, reflecting his background, with the emphasis on a wide variety in flavours and textures, displaying all the skills of the true chocolatier. As the main ingredient, premium Belgian couverture is used. In keeping with current European trends, part of the range is based on single origin couvertures. Rather than being couvertures blended from a variety of beans sourced from different areas, these couvertures use beans sourced from unique, single regions only, bringing out their varietal characteristics. As with wines, these couvertures show “terroir “ indeed. Single origins used include Java, Grenade, Cuba, Vanuatu, Tanzania and Ariba (Equador). Wyong Milk Factory 141 Alisson Road Wyong www.lukachocolate.com.au

Cedars Lebanese Restaurant and Bar Cedars Lebanese Restaurant and Bar, in the heart of Erina offers a unique dining experience with the true authentic flavours of Lebanese food. Simple, fresh, and addictive. Enjoy a Lebanese mezze spread of olives, falafel, mixed dips hommos, labni and eggplant dip and savoury flat bread, a wide range of meat and vegetarian banquets cooked on a traditional open charcoal B.B.Q. Treat yourself to an array of honeyed pastries and the traditionally brewed coffee or even try the herbal flavours of shisha. Cedars offers a bar service with fine wines from different regions of Australia and a great range of beers on tap. With music that will bring out your inner belly dancer come in and enjoy the welcoming warm atmosphere. Open 7 Days 11am - 3pm and Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday from 5pm - 10pm. Call for bookings: 43CEDARS (4323 3277) 4 Ilya Avenue Erina

Manfredi at Bells celebrates National and International Accolades Manfredi at Bells, located in the heart of the Bells at Killcare Boutique Hotel, Restaurant and Spa has recently celebrated a highly prestigious win in the National Awards for Best Restaurant in a Hotel/Resort category at the Savour Australia Restaurant & Catering Association’s Awards for Excellence. Manfredi at Bells also was awarded 2nd runner up at the International Mr and Mrs Smith Hotel Awards for Best Restaurant in a Hotel, from the Smith Hotel Collection of over 900 hotels around the world. Bells at Killcare Proprietors, Brian and Karina Barry are thrilled that the awards come at a poignant time for Stefano Manfredi as he celebrates 30 years of service in the Australian hospitality industry. For three decades Manfredi has been instrumental in defining Sydney dining, Italian cuisine in Australia, pioneering innovative restaurant design, breeding a new generation of leading chefs and creating awareness around sustainable produce. These most recent accolades join a raft of award wins for Manfredi at Bells, including 2012 SMH Good Food Guide - Regional Wine List of the Year, 2012 SMH Good Food Guide - Good Living Sustainability Award,

and 2012 Australian Gourmet Traveller Wine List of the Year Awards - Three Glasses Award. Manfredi at Bells has also retained its One Chefs Hat status since its first year of operation in 2008. Manfredi at Bells features a menu of seasonal dishes, inspired by the produce grown and harvested in the estate’s famous vegetable garden. The garden currently supplies the restaurant with more than 15% of the produce on its menu, and also features locally harvested seafood including Hawkesbury River oysters and crayfish caught off nearby McMasters Beach, Gundooee Wagyu beef from the Central Tablelands and Bangalow Sweet Pork from the Northern Rivers. Manfredi at Bells is open to the public for dinner seven nights from 6pm and lunch three days from 12noon (Friday, Saturday and Sunday). Manfredi at Bells Bells at Killcare Boutique Hotel, Restaurant & Spa 107 The Scenic Road, Killcare Heights NSW Australia 2257 www.bellsatkillcare.com.au 4349-7000

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Australian Rainforest Sanctuary A unique Bioclimatic Wonder of NATURE in Ourimbah!! Good walking shoes and maybe a raincoat and definitely a torch for your feet at night. No RAIN this winter so no flooding BUT our FIREFLIES came early!! Our Season Opened early on Saturday 9th November and will close with our Wizard Fancy Dress & Workshops day on Saturday 21 of December 12 - 6 AND our last Firefly Evening 6-9 for 2013 FIREFLY SEASON. Our Kids Xmas Forest Day is on the Sunday 22 with Wishing Tree and Forest Stories and Activities for all ages. If you have never seen our FIREFLIES and taken a relaxing walk in the Rainforest then give yourself a present and visit us

& see our Bioluminescent Beetle known as a Firefly as it will soon be gone for another year. Book our Award Winning ECO Tour guide on Thursday nights. Local Live Music with Original Songs on Saturday nights. Music Melting Pot on 21st December too. Bring a picnic and wine and chill out. Let us do all the hard work to make the place nice for you to come and relax in. Check out our new recycled bridge see our BLOG of how we Ourimbah Creek locals do things with sustainability in mind. Trees and wood are good for many things - Rainforests - Birds - Animals Houses - Instruments - Art and even Bridges!!

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Come and learn about our Passion for WOOD and all good things. See our Ad on Page 3 for what’s on and wishing everyone a safe and happy Xmas. Our School Holiday Program is 6th - 24th January 2014. Don’t miss our Pirates and Mermaids Day to learn about water bugs and see if we can find a Platypus?? Hire our Venue for special events, retreats and workshops. 390 Ourimbah Creek Road OURIMBAH 43621855 www.forestoftranquility.com Our Special offer to iMag readers 1 FREE child entry per Adult entry on Monday and Tuesday Night in our Firefly Season 2013. Bookings only events@forestoftranquility.com

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Largest 18 Hole Mini Golf, Putt Putt Course in the State! Mini Golf at Mingara offers 18 holes of mini golf fun. Designed around native gardens, rocky scenery and flowing waterfalls, this course is a challenge the whole family will enjoy and is fun for all ages. Mini Golf at Mingara offers fun all 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!

Boomerang Bike Hire High quality Bike Hire for roads, cycle paths and tracks comes to the Central Coast as Boomerang Bike Hire (BBH). Town/Cruiser Bikes, Tandems, Folding, Mountain, Tricycles for adults and fun quirky Youths’ Bikes. Hire for 1, 2, or 4 hours, daily, weekend or weekly Individuals or Groups. All Bikes come with a helmet and handle bar bag with lock. How to get your bikes: • Find one of our Agents in your area. • Directly from Boomerang Bikes, we deliver to your location • We can meet you at any location to start your ride or a tour Conditions: All riders need to be over 18 years old or have an adult sign the waiver form. Photo ID plus credit card details are required for security. Visit www.boomerangbikehire.com.au for bookings, information, enquiries or to find your nearest Agent. Alternatively, call Rod on 0414 848284 Becoming a Agent: BBH will supply any quantity of bikes to your venue on Profit Share, Rental or delivered on “as required basis”. Agents receive a commission on any hire they write. As an Agent you gain new revenue with no outlay, create add on sales and offer a unique service above your competitors. BBH supplies all maintenance & repairs, insurance cover, documentation, signage and website links.

Avoca Christmas Fair The Central Coast’s favourite Christmas event returns to the beautiful waterfront location of Heazlett Park at Avoca. There you can enjoy the coast’s only outdoor Christmas shopping experience while chilling-out near the water in a relaxing environment. Now in its 6th year, the event features over 100 of the best local arts and crafts, international foods, puddings, cakes, Rotary Club Christmas trees, make your own Christmas decorations by Art Tank, fairy storytelling, Santa, live music all day from Fairplay Entertainment on the Lizotte’s stage and throughout the grounds, roving magicians & Christmas characters, Aquafun water rides on Avoca Lake, Ladybug Express puppet show, Little Rugby, face painting, and lots more.

Come along and support the Coast’s best Christmas experience with the whole family.

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That's Entertainment Marian Street Theatre for Young People presents

Snow White

Adapted by Helen Martin Suitable for 3 to 10 year olds “Mirror mirror on the wall…………..” Well known children’s author Helen Martin has adapted SNOW WHITE one of the Brothers Grimm’s most popular and enduring fairy tales. This beautiful story about innocence, envy and friendship was first published in 1812 and features a magic mirror, a poisoned apple and the lovable seven dwarfs. SNOW WHITE will be performed by the students from Marian Street Drama School and will enchant young audience from Saturday 11 January playing twice Sydney’s all-time favourite summer treat is back…

Kenneth Grahame’s Wind in The Willows “You’ll love this production - no matter what age you are” – The Sun Herald “Pure charm for adults and children alike” – The Age Sydney’s favourite family entertainment The Wind in the Willows continues its well-loved summer tradition returning to the beautiful surrounds of Royal Botanic Garden, Sydney, playing from Tuesday 7 to Saturday 25 January 2014. 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 13 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. The young ‘rabbits’ are encouraged to get involved in the action, and are given every opportunity to scream out loud,

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daily in the school holidays then on Saturdays until 15 March 2014. Original music has been written by Jenny Jackson with musical direction by Andrew Chessher. When: 11 January to 15 March 2014 Showtimes: School Hol 13 - 24 January Weekdays 10.30am & 1pm Saturdays 18 & 25 January 1pm only Saturdays 1 February – 15 March 10.30am and 1pm sing along and become part of the adventure. With laughs and surprises for children and adults, this is interactive theatre at its best. Over the years tens of thousands have delighted in the simple pleasures of this rollicking promenade production… so this summer pack a picnic, pack the kids... and head on down to the riverbank. When: Tuesday 7 to Saturday 25 January 11am & 6pm Tuesday to Saturday at 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)

Where: Marian Street Theatre, 2 Marian Street, Killara Prices: Children $20, Adults $24, Families of four $74, Groups 15 + $18p.h. Vacation Care/OOSH groups $13 per head Bookings: 1300 306 776 or www.mca-tix. com.au (booking fees apply) Birthday parties: Birthday parties after Saturday 1pm shows hosted by the cast. $30 p.h. includes the show, party food, games and a present for the birthday child

CASH BINGO

Every Saturday Night 7.30pm (selling from 6.30pm) At Peninsula Community Centre (main hall) (ex Ettalong Housie established 1967)

50 Games all prizes $100 and $150 and chance of winning $2,000 Jackpot (reverts to $1,000 if not won within calls)

Cost: 4 all night $32, 6 all night $48 (see at session for full details)

Proceeds to Woy Woy Catholic Parish

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Woy Woy Little Theatre

mention interference from a well-meaning Having trouble finding the right mother. This Jimmie Chinn play will be Christmas Gift for someone who might directed by Denise Main. be hard to buy for? The third play is “Insignificance”, written Don’t go past a Subscription Season ticket by Terry Johnson who strips back the or two for the four impressive shows Woy veneer of four cultural icons to reveal the Woy Little Theatre will present in 2014. human beings behind the legends - Albert You’ll save up to 20% off general admission Einstein, Joe DiMaggio, Joe McCarthy & prices. Marilyn Monroe. The 2014 Season includes a drama classic, The scenarios are funny and engaging, a comedy classic, a West End smash hit while the dialogue is fast, historically comedy and something to make you think. accurate and razor sharp. The classics are Tennessee Williams’ award Woy Woy Little Theatre second “classic” is a winning drama “A Streetcar Named Desire” play acclaimed as Neil Simon’s funniest – about lust, desire, treachery and betrayal. the original “The Odd Couple” with Oscar First staged in the late 40s, “Streetcar” was and Felix as two total opposites who agree are currently available from your nearest acclaimed with many citations including to share a New York apartment following local library at Woy Woy, Umina, Kincumber, a Pulitzer Prize and numerous “Best Play” the recent separation of Felix from his wife. Erina Fair and Gosford, or you can awards and is produced professionally on a With Felix fastidious – and Oscar a slob – download a pdf version from the theatre regular basis, most recently by the Sydney this leads to hilarious conflict with laugh company’s website: woywoylt.com.au Theatre Company and several years ago by lines nearly every second. The sooner you confirm and pay for your the Ensemble Theatre. Neil Simon’s original “The Odd Couple” is to subscription, the sooner your requested WWLT’s production will be directed by be directed by Shea Wicks. seats will be allocated. veteran John Hickey. Brochures for the 2014 Subscription Season For more info: Barbara Hickey 4341 2931 The West End comedy hit “Straight and Narrow” features a same-sex Woy Woy Little Theatre Cnr McMasters and Ocean Beach Road, WoyWoy. Ph: 4344 4737 couple facing a huge dilemma www.woywoylt.com.au IMAG half page_GBID 11/11/13 4:13 PM Page 1 in their relationship – not to

GOSFORD RACES - GATES OPEN 11AM activities. First race 1pm. Entry free with free kids MARINERS V PERTH GLORY 6PM s open 4.30pm Footballs biggest night of the year. Gate

alcohol prohibited area. “An evening on the waterfront” is an

21 Dec – 11 Jan Pavier’s Waterfront Carnival runs from

9PM NEW YEARS EVE - FIREWORKS from 5pm. Entertainment, stalls & amusements Live band 7.30pm - 9.30pm. Proudly Presented by

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Summa Summa Gallery Visit Summa Summa Gallery at Avoca Beach for stunning photographs of the local area. Images by GB photography specialises in landscapes of the Central Coast printed on canvas, framed or in acrylic. If you’d like to see yourself in the picture, we can organise a special family photo shoot during your stay. Our unique family portraits capture your holiday with a natural, relaxed photo in a beautiful outdoor location. Recently the gallery has also launched Central Coast’s own clothing brand “drøm”. Meaning ‘to dream’ drøm incorporates the local images in a range of singlets, t-shorts, hoodies, caps and beanies conceived, designed and printed locally. Open 7 days Summa Summa Gallery 192 Avoca Drive Avoca Beach Enquiries 0410 458166 www.imagesbygb.com

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iGallery Toukley and 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. We have our monthly, General meeting, at 10 am, at the Gallery, on 2nd Dec, combined with our Xmas Party for all members. The Gallery will be closed over the Xmas period, closed from Monday, 23rd December, until reopening, on Friday, 3rd January, 2014. Our Academy Painting mornings are held every Wednesday, from 9am to 12 noon supervised by Peter Tassell, anyone welcome to attend and enjoy your painting with others. 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 Centre is open, from Tuesday to Friday from 10am to 4pm. On 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 the website www.toukleyartgallery.com.au

Painting by John Lawton

Jacqui’s Art Gallery Jacqui’s Art Gallery proudly supports and exhibits artwork by more than 20 local artists. Amongst a plethora of artistic treasures are quality paintings in various mediums, styles & subjects, woodwork, jewellery, handpainted porcelain & silk, recycled art cleverly crafted by Nadia Zarb, handpainted greeting cards & other printed items. For the next few months the gallery will also display paintings by Robert Doyle who hails from the clan of Australia’s most talented and inspirational artists, his father being Roy B.Doyle and cousin D’Arcy Doyle.

219 Buff Point Avenue, Buff Point Open 10am to 4pm Wednesday and Friday and the 1st and 2nd weekends of the month. Contact: Jacqui Stringer Entry: Free P: (02) 43992898 M: 0414650092 W: jacquisartstudio.com.au The Gallery will be closed from December 23rd, 2013 and will re-open Saturday Jan 4th 2014. Have a great Xmas & a Very Happy New Year to you All - Stay Safe

Paintings by Jacqui Stringer

Entry is FREE as is a cuppa and biscuit to enjoy while you browse this lovely little gallery. Commission work is available. In 2014 Jacqui’s Art Gallery will continue to showcase local artists’ works, change the artwork regularly, hold 1 major exhibition, and hire the gallery to anyone interested in holding their own exhibition. In January, Jacqui Stringer and Nadia Zarb will start their year off with their own ‘Totally Unreal’ Exhibition at Shorethyme Restaurant, Norah Head. OPENING NIGHT Tuesday January 21st and the exhibition goes until February 3rd. Entry $5 includes wine, juice and canapés. Stay for a two course dinner $30 special Art Show price. Contact Jacqui to book.

Jacqui's Art Gallery

Woodwork by Brian Stringer

219 Buff Point Avenue, Buff Point P: (02) 43992898 M: 0414650092

Painting by Judy Rodgers

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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

Neale Joseph contemporary Australian artist Neale Joseph is an established contemporary Australian artist who exhibits widely and has an impressive record of representation in both national and international exhibitions. Neale uses traditional mediums of oil and acrylic, and paints in an expressive, impressionistic style winning many prestigious awards. Neale has won the internationally recognised ‘Veuve Clicquot’ and ‘Great South Land’ art prizes and has exhibited regularly in solo and group exhibitions all around Australia and abroad. 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 is also being featured on NBC’s ‘Great Getaways’ on US television this summer. Neale Joseph Fine Art Gallery: Neale Joseph Fine Art Gallery features the largest range of investment artworks with everchanging exhibitions of beachscapes,

Bobbie P. Gallery is a vibrant contemporary art gallery on the Central Coast, NSW. The gallery currently features original works by David Naseby, Setsuko Ogishi, Fran James, Jiri Kripac and resident artist Robyn Pedley. The month of December will see an extensive collection of Authentic Contemporary Australian Aboriginal Art on offer. These lively and colourful works have been individually selected, and range from decorative through to high level investment art. Just in time for Christmas.

January welcomes in the New Year with a stunning solo exhibition by resident artist, Robyn Pedley. The “Sea To Sky” exhibition will take you on a journey from the world below the surface, to great heights above the expanse of the sea. Robyn’s works have been sought by lovers of art and collectors alike, both locally and across Australia. Two great exhibitions to be seen this summer: Dec 5 – 20, 2013: CONTEMPORARY AUSTRALIAN ABORIGINAL ART Exhibition launch 7pm Thursday Dec 5.

modern landscapes, Sydney Harbour scenes, and selected works from recent painting trips. The Gallery also stocks a large range of exquisite glassware, sculptures, limited edition prints, special gifts and souvenirs. During the month of November save 15% off all limited edition prints and 25% off all Keith Rowe glassware! Don’t miss out on this special offer! Promotion starts Nov 1st and ends Nov 31st. The gallery is currently featuring brand new works from Neale Joseph, Phil Pringle and local artist Adrian Turner, as well as original Pro Hart resale artworks. Coming Soon: Neale Joseph ‘Colours of summer II' Gallery open 7 days a week 9am- 5pm. Shop 15 Crown Plaza, Terrigal NSW (Next to Aromas Café) Other artists include: Pro Hart, David Hart, Robert Simpson, Phil Pringle and Linda Vario. (02) 43857775 nealejoseph.com

Jan 9 – 24, 2014: ROBYN PEDLEY SEA TO SKY – Solo Exhibition Exhibition launch 7pm Thursday Jan 9, 2014. ‘A journey above, and below the surface, as you have never seen before’. To keep up with all our exciting events visit our website at bobbiepgallery.com and follow us on facebook. Bobbie P Gallery is located 5 min from Westfield Tuggerah at 11 Alison Road, Wyong. Opening hours Mon to Fri 10.30am to 3pm. Sun 1pm to 3pm. Closed Tue & Sat or by appointment. P: 0490 061 949

Upcoming Exhibitions

Dec 5 – 20 , 2013: Contemporary Australian Aboriginal Art

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The Australian Reptile Park is bringing the beach to the bush these summer holidays with a giant water slide in operation from Boxing day through to January 27th 2014. Surf’s Up will operate between 10am – 4pm daily and is free after Park entry. It’s the first time the Park has featured a water slide and along with the theme of baby animals, the holidays are sure to be a winner with local and visiting families. n

Kids 2 Keeper workshops

Hugos birthday parties

Behind the Scenes tours

Devilish Encounter tours

Brand new childrens playground

Free BBQs

Free parking

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Open 9am–5pm every day Pacific Highway, Somersby (Gosford Exit off M1) Phone: (02) 4340 1022

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The Aloha Gallery

Centre for healing and well-being in Holgate Valentina explains … “What the …. Is Ho’oponopono?” Ho’oponopono is an ancient Hawaiian healing technique for reconciliation and forgiveness; extremely useful for clearing patterns and made famous more recently by the work of clinical psychologist Dr. Ihaleakala Hew Len in a clinic for mentally ill criminals at the Hawaii State Hospital. Instead of treating each patient in the traditional sense he would focus his attention on the files of each patient and practice ho’oponopono. He was so successful in healing people and changing the work culture that after his tenure there the ward was closed down; the need for it no longer existed. This is documented in a renowned book written by Joe Vitale with Dr Ihaleakala Hew Len - ‘Zero Limits – the secret Hawaiian System for Wealth, Health, Peace and More’ Self Identity Ho’oponopono brings you back to a clean slate, back to zero point. To explain it laterally ho’oponopono acts like a rubber – you focus on the issue and say four key phrases until all the negativity is rubbed out, bringing your life force back to a clean slate. Sounds silly I know but keep in mind that although you address the ‘issue’ when doing ho’oponopono, you are actually saying the phrases to God Source – expressing love, asking for forgiveness, being grateful and

apologising for anything you may have done at any time to cause this pattern to exist … you are sweeping the path ways clean between you and the issue, allowing the energy of the issue to be released. The four simple phrases are: I love you, I’m sorry, please forgive me, and thank you. This technique can be used in any situation, business, relationship or household. If you want to clear a recurring issue or pattern that someone is repetitively exhibiting then clear the pattern in yourself. Clients say ‘why? I’m not the one behaving badly or constantly manifesting this or that illness, etc.’ If that pattern exists anywhere in your life you are on some level holding it on the planet … you would not even be in the same room with another person if your weren’t holding the same patterns ….. so don’t be resentful, just focus on the issue and clear it … what you clear in/for others you also clear for yourself … and miraculously some other ‘problem’ area of your life changes … this is because you never

December at The Aloha Gallery at Bamboo Buddha Cafe Until 21 Dec then closed for Christmas MON 9.30–10.30

221 Wattle Tree Rd, Holgate • thealohagallery@gmail.com www.thealohagallery.com.au M : 0425 249 259 • Visit us on Facebook/TheAlohaGallery

Gentle Hatha Yoga | Ron Terry

$15

TUES

Left free for workshops. Do you need space? See our contact details above.

WED

9.15 – 10.15

Kundalini Yoga | Rut Frohlich

$15

10.30–12.00

Mish’s Yoga | Mish

$15

3.30 – 4.15

Kid’s meditation, 4-12yrs | Valentina

THURS 10.00 – 11.00 Yoga Bond Play Group|Heidi & Merrin

$10 bookings essential

11.30 – 12.15 Kid's Yoga with Merrin from Yoga Bond

3.30 – 4.15

Kid’s meditation, 4-12yrs | Valentina

$10

FRI

9.15 – 10.30

Kundalini Yoga | Rut Frohlich

$15

11.00 – 5.00

$60 per term or $10 drop-in

Body Bliss Massage, Pregnancy Massage with Jo-Anne Barron Super comfortable hydrolic table. M: 0419 977 529 www.spiritofhealth.com.au *Health fund rebates available $90

SAT

Left free for workshops. Do you need space? See our contact details above.

SUN

9.00 - 10.30

Shambhala Hatha Yoga | Josephine

3.00 – 4.30 Gentle Meditation, clarity lists, crystals & guided meditation | Valentina NB: please park in Manor Close and use rear entrance for afternoon classes if café closed.

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$20 $20

know how the pattern is representing itself. Any drawbacks? You can feel exhausted and flat after a session of ho’oponopono as the negative patterns rise and release – you kind of feel the ugliness as it passes out of your field of 3D existence (by that I mean your everyday life). The shift and incredible lightness of being usually occurs within 1hr – 36hrs and is really quite remarkable; carries with it a definite WOW factor. As a footnote Dr Ihaleakala Hew Len learnt his technique from Morrnah Simeona famous for having a plaque in her office inscribed with the ultimate ho’oponopono phrase of personal responsiblity: “Peace Begins with me”

The Aloha Gallery - Healing and WellBeing Centre is up for sale …. Would you

like to float into ‘the office’ each day? Work creatively and harmoniously in the gallery space, traditional Mongolian Ger (yurt), back veranda and grassy area? The business runs efficiently (simple systems, easy to follow) and pays for itself. Valentina wishes to be ‘on the other side’ booking in as a therapist and instructor, paying YOU rent for her sessions/classes and having more free time to focus on her family. You get: long-term lease, user-friendly wix website, fb page, fabulous reliable and responsible instructor/ therapists, cost-effective targeted advertising deals and all the jpegs that go with it, set-up ‘as is’ – couch, tables, shelves, beautiful large bridge picture, rugs, pillows, chairs, rose quartz drinking water jugs, etc. You need to be able to: get up each morning and post the day’s classes and therapists on facebook, have energy and time to market and promote your business even if that is just chatting to potential clients. It is preferable that you have an interest in the healing arts or are in fact a practitioner yourself. Sound like something you could wholeheartedly do and be? Price is reasonable and dependent on finding the right person. Contact Valentina Earthealer on M: 0425 249 259 E: valentinaearthealer@gmail.com for more details. Aloha! The joyful sharing of life energy in the present.

The KarmaSpa Relaxation Clinic is now open!

From November we are offering lunchtime Deep Relaxation Sessions during the week.

Yoga Nidra

Jacqui Fletcher will guide you through a Yoga Nidra Session, leaving you deeply relaxed, ready to take on the world! Jacqui trained fulltime with the Satyananda YogaÂ® Academy at Mangrove Creek. In addition to a comprehensive study of all aspects of Satyananda YogaÂ®, she has also had extensive training in anatomy & physiology as well as exercise science. Relaxation is something we do naturally, and we don't need any special training or techniques. However, deep relaxation is something very different. It quietens your mind and releases physical tension in your body. In a state of deep relaxation, your heart beat and breathing slow down, and your body and mind become deeply calm. There are many techniques to help you relax deeply, including the practice of yoga nidra, or 'psychic sleep'. Yoga Nidra comes from the Indian yoga tradition. The technique could be described as a lying down form of meditation that uses the whole body as a focus of awareness. Practitioners say that with regular practice, Yoga Nidra, like meditation, can have profound physical, psychological and spiritual benefits.

Places are limited, so we ask you to please reserve your space by calling us at KarmaSpa on 43 51 0777. Please also refer to our website for more information.

She works extensively with the frail & elderly, and is renowned for her ability to deeply relax and bringing emotional balance back to those in need of it.

Remedial Massage

Her sessions are 1 hour long and $80 – rebates are available for most health funds.

Our Remedial Masseuse Scott Buchanan is also relocating here, and by February he aims to be working on a full time basis. He offers remedial massage, Bowen and Myofascial Triggerpoint Therapy, Lymphatic drainage, Pregnancy & Oncology massage. Visit Scott if you suffer from chronic aches & pain, stress, or if you have any sports injuries. He offers 1hour sessions at $80 per hour, and his treatments can be claimed though most health funds.

Reflexology

Mirna Rivera will have a beautiful tranquil room here too. She is an accredited Reflexologist & Reiki Master, and also specialises in Crystal Therapy, Auricular Therapy, Ear Candling and Australian Bush Flower Essences.

Beauty Therapy

Back at the Beauty Salon, it is business as usual. We have 3 full time CIDESCO qualified Beauty Therapists. Our aim is to stand out from the rest, offering clients the very best of our skills & experience, at affordable prices. As far as possible we prefer to offer the most natural alternatives in the beauty industry – we use Certified Organic Skin & Body Care Ranges, 100% Natural Sugaring gels for all waxing, Australian made Nail Polishes and natural Bio-tanning products.We are an accredited Herbal Aktiv Peel & Dr. Spiller salon, and a certified training salon for Pharo Salon Sugaring. Our website shows up to date treatments & specials, feel free to call us on 02 43 51 0777 or look us up on FaceBook. KarmaSpa - For a range of Specialist Beauty & Relaxation Treatments set within a clean environment to calm your mind, encourage relaxation and enhance your visual appearance.

KarmaSpa Relaxation Clinic is situated 2 minutes’ walk from the beauty salon 102 Pacific Highway, Wyong QUALITY BEAUTY & HOLISTIC TREATMENTS Herbal Aktiv Peels | Facials | Sugar Waxing Relaxing & Remedial Massage | Mani's & Pedi's Tanning & Tinting

3 Alison Road Wyong | 4351 0777 www.karmaspa.com.au

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SCHOLTEN Jewellers Pendants are priced from $66.00 to $180.00 in silver

Scholten Jewellers has been operating on the NSW Central Coast since 1988. We specialise in fine jewellery, manufacturing, repairing and remodelling and offer quality unusual jewellery at affordable prices. We are now launching a new range of personalised pendants, called “Cordo’ It consists of family and event orientated jewellery. The samples shown here are a compilation of customers’ orders as well as our own ideas of how to commemorate life events or of how to show affiliations to causes. We welcome more ideas and are happy to help our customers with specific designs to create meaningful and beautiful pendants.

Erina: Shop T 285 Erina Fair. Tel: 4365 5316 Tuggerah: Shop 1010 Westfield Shoppingtown Tel: 4353 4888

30th December to 19th January

SHOWTIMES

GOSFORD Leagues Club Field Vaughan Ave ‘With a Touch of South America’ Featuring: Wheel of Death, Silks, Miniature Horses, dogs & clowns plus exciting circus acts & Salsa Dancing. Fun & laughter for all ages.

CASH SALES ONLY

Ticket Prices: B Reserve: Adult $24 Child $14 A Reserve: Adult $28 Child $18 Ringside: Adult $30 Child $22 Child pays (3-14 years). Tickets on sale 1 hour before Showtime

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Or Cash Sales at the On Site Box Office (Wed-Sun) 10am-5pm. or Book Online www.weberscircus.com