4 Fresh Finds on the Central Coast February 2025

The NSW Central Coast is fringed with over 40 beaches to dive into, a network of wildlife-filled waterways to explore, brimming with national parks and state forests to cycle or walk through, dotted with seaside villages and produce-rich hinterland to tour.

With the abundance of natural and crafted beauty within the region, where do you even start when you’re trying to curate an itinerary that fits so many experiences in one? To get you started, we've picked four of the freshest experiences this month!

Rally up your friends for an action-packed day of friendly competition and enter into a real-life game of Mario Kart with BattleKart Tuggerah. Recently opened, this next-level go-karting experience takes racing to a whole new dimension, blending electric karting, video games and virtual reality into one to create an adrenaline-filled experience.

Enter an indoor, neon-lit arena and jump into electric karts. Choose from a variety of game modes and race through their Mario Kart-style circuit. Compete with your friends on the track to a Snakes & Ladders inspired course, team up for a football game or test your driving skills in a good ol’ classic speed race. With up to 10 players hitting the track at once, this experience is great for birthdays, team-building events or a catch up with friends and family. BattleKart at Tuggerah is a must-try for anyone looking to level up their weekend plans throughout February.

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With a slogan of ‘Eat Good Pasta, Have A Good Time’, you know the pasta coming out of Rigatoni for Toni’s kitchen is something special. This pop-up pasta shop brings the highest quality pasta to the locals of the Coast, made from locally grown ingredients, and packed with classic Italian flavours, from good ol’ Cacio e Pepe, to a fusion of flavours inspired by the very restaurant he pops up to next. To get a taste of their pasta, keep 1st March free from 5pm as Rigatoni sets up shop at Terrigal’s Legend Coffee shop.

Started by self-taught cook Tristan Fraser, Rigatoni for Toni was born from his life-long love for all things ‘pasta’. Throughout 2020, Fraser started rolling out freshly-made dough for takeaway pasta nights, collaborating with local favourites such as Like Minds at Avoca Beach, Kincumber’s microbrewery Block ‘n Tackle and Bar Toto at Ettalong to use their kitchen as a space to serve out deliciously indulgent pasta. The rest is history, with Rigatoni for Toni bringing fresh flavours and pasta to locals across the Coast. If you want to ‘Eat Good Pasta, Have A Good Time’, don’t forget to pre-book your table at Legends Coffee & Culture at Terrigal on 1st March from 5pm.

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Painting her way on a canvas, local artist Debra Meier is bringing her artwork to life in the Gallery Container in Toukley Village Green this month. Known for her vibrant watercolour paintings containing stunning displays of native flora and fauna across Australia, Debra takes inspiration from her natural surroundings. From the waratahs dotted along Patonga, to the banksias that line our coastal walks across the region, her art captures the beauty of these native flowers that call the Central Coast home.

Every Thursday until 27 March, discover the medium of watercolour as Debra holds a series of watercolour painting workshops to teach watercolour painting techniques and theory to up and coming artists or beginners looking to have a go at painting. See a piece that speaks to you during your visit to the Gallery Container? Take home an original artwork of Debra’s and bring a touch of the Australian bush into your own space.

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Planning that next trip away with the family on the Central Coast? You’ll want to check out Malolo, a chic boutique holiday haven just a short stroll from one of the Coast’s most scenic beaches, MacMasters Beach. Recently renovated to combine modern coastal luxury and laid-back charm, Malolo sleeps up to 12 guests and is dog-friendly, making it a great option for the extended family gatherings – four-legged furry friends included!

One of its standout features? The separated ‘Bunk House’ from the main house, a kid-friendly retreat designed for fun and independence. While the adults soak up some much-needed relaxation, the little kids can make this cosy space their own private hideaway. With its prime location backing onto the stunning shores of Macmasters Beach and bringing family-friendly and dog-friendly vibes, Malolo is an ideal spot to unwind with friends, family and of course the kids.  

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