Terrigal Bowling Club provides Nippers new equipment for start of season

In keeping with Terrigal Bowling Club’s strong commitment to the local community, the club has pledged vital funds towards the purchase of new foam boards for the Nippers program at Terrigal Surf Life Saving Club ahead of the upcoming start of season. For so many sporting Clubs across Australia, 2020 has proven an incredibly challenging …

The link between what you eat and drink…and breast cancer

With Breast Surgeon Dr Mary Ling Here are 3 updates from the latest research FibreHigh fibre intake is linked to a reduced incidence of breast cancer, according to a systematic review published in Cancer. Researchers compared fibre consumption and types of fibre intake with breast cancer incidence rates; and found that individuals who consumed the …

Male Menopause – is there such a thing?

by Diana Arundell university qualified Naturopath and Nutritionist  Menopause gets plenty of attention but what about hormonal decline with age in men? It’s extremely common for men to ‘not feel themselves’, experience low mood, lower libido and general mojo decline as they move through their 40’s, 50’s and beyond. It’s estimated that 50% of men …

Daily achievements measured by meaningful Engagement with Children

COASTWIDE FAMILY DAY CARE Family Day Care offers a unique service to children and their families. As an early childhood professional working in Family Day Care, I love the bonds that are formed with the children and families in my care. Having worked in many different types of childcare environments I can honestly say that …

Kids & Sugar – what’s the deal?

by CLARE MARCANGELO Every parent these days has a fair idea that sugar is known as the bad guy in the health world, and that they should try and avoid too much making it into their child’s diet, but what’s the big deal? And how can we change it? These are both great questions that …

Splash into Spring at the Coast’s new Water Play Park

A state-of-the-art Water Play Park at the Peninsula Leisure Centre (PLC) has been completed in time for Spring and the school holidays. The $1million interactive water-based play and education space is expected to attract locals and tourists. Central Coast Council Director Connected Communities, Julie Vaughan said the community-driven project has resulted in the ideal use …

The power of ‘and’

by Catherine Schasser It’s another day at the preschool and sounds of children’s chatter and giggles resound. Families arrive and I watch as mothers negotiate the entry ramp, arms laden with lunchboxes, backpacks slung across shoulders and free fingers guiding their children forward. ‘Keep walking’ is often heard as the youngsters become distracted by leaves, …

Accessory TLC

by Sam & Jordi Woods Most women have a collection of accessories and jewellery they love or they “go to” to complete their outfit and style. Whether these items are costume or investment pieces these accessories can often hold a story or have sentimental value. Therefore, the thought of these items being broken, tarnished or placed at the bottom of …

Narara Ecovillage: Where families thrive in community

Could family life be just a little bit easier, more connected and purposeful? School holidays are here so: can I get help to entertain my kids and manage my day-to-day life? I need some time with my partner: can I ask my neighbours to mind our child for a couple of hours? Our home seems …