Central Coast Council’s Gosford Regional Gallery has won the inaugural Arts in Health Award at the Imagine Awards 2022.

These awards are run by Museums and Galleries NSW and supported by Create NSW to celebrate excellence in Museums and Galleries across NSW. They’re designed to foster strong partnerships between cultural organisations and their Local Health Districts to develop meaningful programs that contribute to better health outcomes in local communities.

Council’s Unit Manager Community and Culture, Glenn Cannard, said the award identifies the six-year long partnership the Gallery has with Central Coast Health.

“It’s great to see Council and the Gallery staff acknowledged for the ongoing partnership with Central Coast Health in delivering these amazing programs and the significant outcomes for our community,” Mr Cannard said.

“Along with the Award, we received $10,000 which will go towards delivering our Weaving for Wellness program in 2023.”

Gosford Regional Gallery also received Highly Commended in the Exhibition Projects - medium size galleries section for the exhibition 'Darkinjung Ngurra (Country) - Women’s Spirit Connection' which was on display at Gosford Regional Gallery from June - August 2022.

Council’s Administrator, Rik Hart, said this award is an amazing achievement for Council and the community.

“It’s awesome to see our galleries supporting the community and local area health through art to make a difference to the health of our community,” Mr Hart said. 

“If you’re looking for something to do, make sure you take the time to visit any one of our galleries and see some of the amazing work on display.”

Just this month, Gosford Regional Gallery launched its latest project at Gosford Hospital, Mana Yadha (Get Well), which was a partnership between the Gallery and the Aboriginal Health Unit, Nunyara, working with clients who have Chronic Health issues.

Find out more about Council’s galleries and what’s on by visiting centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/galleries