On behalf of our community, I’d like to recognise Paula Hardwick for her significant efforts in helping others by acknowledging her as a Central Coast Community Champion. Paula is s ‘Super Volunteer’.

Central Coast Council is serving up Taste of Wyong and Taste of Toukley – one day event celebrations of local food, culture and community this June.Council Director Community and Recreation Services Melanie Smith, encourages locals and visitors to join the culinary adventure through Wyong and Toukley town centres.“With exclusive $5 tasting boxes from some of the area's best eateries, offering savoury bites to sweet treats, there’s something for every palate,” Ms Smith said.“Families can enjoy more than just great food – with live entertainment, roving performers, and free kids’ activities, including a petting zoo and craft activities.”Council Mayor, Lawrie McKinna said that Taste of Wyong and Taste of Toukley are opportunities to celebrate the cultural richness of our region.“We’re proud to support initiatives that energise our town centres,” Mayor McKinna said.“These events bring our community together, support our hardworking local businesses and shine a light on the incredible food and culture that make Wyong and Toukley so welcoming.”Taste of Wyong10am–1pm, Saturday 7 JuneFrank Ballance Memorial Park, WyongTaste of Toukley12–3pm, Saturday 21 JuneThe Village Green, ToukleyTaste of Wyong is part of Council’s annual Harvest Festival, celebrating the Coast’s rich heritage, seasonal produce and creative talent.See what’s on offer and find out more, search ’Taste of Wyong’ and ‘Taste of Toukley’ at LoveCentralCoast.comENDS

We are serving up Taste of Wyong and Taste of Toukley – one day event celebrations of local food, culture and community this June.Locals and visitors are encouraged to join the culinary adventure through Wyong and Toukley town centres!With exclusive $5 tasting boxes from some of the area's best eateries, offering savoury bites to sweet treats, there’s something for every palate.Families can enjoy more than just great food – with live entertainment, roving performers, and free kids’ activities, including a petting zoo and craft activities.Taste of Wyong and Taste of Toukley are opportunities to celebrate the cultural richness of our region.We’re proud to support initiatives that energise our town centres.These events bring our community together, support our hardworking local businesses and shine a light on the incredible food and culture that make Wyong and Toukley so welcoming.Taste of Wyong10am–1pm, Saturday 7 JuneFrank Ballance Memorial Park, WyongTaste of Toukley12–3pm, Saturday 21 JuneThe Village Green, ToukleyTaste of Wyong is part of Central Coast Council’s annual Harvest Festival, celebrating the Coast’s rich heritage, seasonal produce and creative talent.See what’s on offer and find out more, search ’Taste of Wyong’ and ‘Taste of Toukley’ at LoveCentralCoast.com

The celebrations are far from over for the Central Coast Mariners, with Central Coast Council set to host a public Civic Reception for the A-League Women’s team at Mingara Event Centre from 5.45pm on Friday 23 May!This free event is open to the entire community and offers fans the chance to come together and re-live the Mariners’ incredible A-League Women’s Championship win on Sunday 18 May.Council Mayor, Lawrie McKinna said Council is thrilled to be recognising the Mariners’ remarkable achievement and expects a fantastic turnout."I watched the live stream at the stadium on Sunday, surrounded by proud Coasties, and the atmosphere was electric!