Avoca Beach, NSW local news and suburb guide

Teen airlifted after alleged road rage crash at Avoca Beach

Police are seeking dash cam or CCTV footage after an alleged road rage incident involving a Toyota Echo and Ford Ranger moved through Terrigal, Avoca Beach, Copacabana and Kincumber.

Young male flown to hospital after being dragged along Avoca Beach roadway

Toll Rescue landed at Heazlett Park before taking the patient from Avoca Beach to Royal North Shore Hospital.

Above & Below Asbestos Removal

Avoca Beach-based Class A asbestos removal contractor (licence AD214015) providing friable and non-friable removal, compliant disposal, demolition, lead-paint removal and roof-space environmental cleaning across the Central Coast.

0467 607 177

DiJones Avoca Beach

DiJones' Avoca Beach office provides residential buying, selling, rental and property-management services for the southern Central Coast and peninsula suburbs.

02 4382 1444

Allcoast Certification

Wamberal family-run building certifiers for residential and commercial projects: building approvals, CDCs, construction and occupation certificates, mandatory inspections and compliance reporting.

02 4313 1457

Central Coast Mobile Mechanic 2U

Mobile mechanic (NSW MVRL55937) coming to you across the Central Coast: servicing, repairs, diagnostics and pre-purchase inspections at home or work.

0402 859 456

Cleaning With Meaning

Cleaning With Meaning: one-off and regular residential cleaning, end-of-lease and commercial cleaning across the Central Coast.

1300 910 433

Coastline Building

Family-owned Central Coast builder with 25+ years' experience in custom homes, renovations, extensions, second storeys and granny flats around Gosford, Terrigal and Avoca.

0405 387 661

Swim and explore Avoca Beach and rockpool

Avoca Beach foreshore, Avoca Beach NSW 2251

Avoca's 1.7-kilometre beach is patrolled in season and backed by a strong local surf culture. At the southern end, the small ocean rockpool gives families a more sheltered place for paddling; check patrol and water conditions before swimming.

Paddle Avoca Lake with Aquafun

Heazlett Park, 15 Ficus Avenue, Avoca Beach NSW 2251

Hire a kayak, pedalboat or stand-up paddleboard to explore the calm lagoon, its small bays and inlets. Aquafun operates seasonally from September to mid-May on weekends, school holidays and most public holidays, so check the current opening schedule before travelling.

See a film or live show at Avoca Beach Theatre

69 Avoca Drive, Avoca Beach NSW 2251

This family-run cultural landmark began with outdoor screenings in 1948 and now presents films, live music, special events and film festivals. The venue also retains its open-air cinema tradition, café and wine bar; check the current program and session details before visiting.

Play and picnic at Ross Park

Vale Avenue, Avoca Beach NSW 2251

Ross Park is a compact family stop close to the beach, with play equipment, shade and picnic facilities. Its upgraded playspace includes climbing, sliding and swinging elements, making it useful for a break before or after time on the foreshore.

Look for wildlife in Bulbararing Reserve

Reynolds Road access, Avoca Beach NSW 2251

This 3.5-hectare remnant forest beside Bulbararing Lagoon offers a short local nature walk among tall eucalypts. Access is via the walkway between houses on Reynolds Road, where walkers may hear forest birds or spot possums and eastern water dragons.

Avoca Beach House

Suite 3, 85 Avoca Drive, Avoca Beach NSW 2251

A beachside restaurant focused on seafood, share plates and cocktails, with broad views across Avoca Beach. It serves lunch and dinner on its current weekly schedule and also takes bookings for group dining and functions.

The Point at Avoca Beach

10 Vine Street, Avoca Beach NSW 2251

A relaxed café and restaurant beside the surf club serving breakfast and lunch with a focus on seasonal produce and seafood. The venue describes itself as family friendly, dog friendly and wheelchair accessible, with indoor and outdoor seating near the beach.

Avoca Beach Seafoods

Shop 1, 85 Avoca Drive, Avoca Beach NSW 2251

A long-running beachside takeaway for fish and chips, with gluten-free batter options alongside seafood, burgers, breakfast, coffee and ice cream. Its position opposite the sand makes it a practical casual stop for a beach day.

The Surf Club Avoca Beach Restaurant & Bar

Level 1, 10 Vine Street, Avoca Beach NSW 2251

The surf club's upstairs restaurant pairs seasonal dishes and cocktails with views over the beach. It is reached by stairs or lift and offers a mix of indoor dining and balcony tables, with bookings available through the venue website.

Saltwater Bar & Bistro

326–360 Avoca Drive, Avoca Beach NSW 2251

Avoca Beach Hotel's main bistro serves lunch and dinner in a casual setting with an outdoor deck. The wider hotel precinct also includes Treetops Café for breakfast and a sports bar, giving groups several food-and-drink options at one address.

Laura Targett – The Road to Tpot Album Launch Tour

2026-07-24T19:30:00+10:00 to 2026-07-24T21:15:00+10:00

69 Avoca Drive, Avoca Beach NSW 2251

Fiddler and songwriter Laura Targett performs music from her new album with multi-instrumentalist Tom Botting. The Avoca Beach Theatre concert runs from 7.30pm to 9.15pm; tickets and any event updates are on the official booking page.

Avoca Beachside Markets

2026-07-26T09:00:00+10:00 to 2026-07-26T14:00:00+10:00

Avoca Drive, Heazlett Park Foreshore, Avoca Beach NSW 2251

The free monthly waterfront market brings more than 100 stalls to Heazlett Park, including local art, homewares, produce, food and live music. The next published market runs from 9am to 2pm on Sunday 26 July; check with the organiser before travelling if conditions are poor.

Top Dog Film Festival 2026

2026-08-02T14:00:00+10:00 to 2026-08-02T16:45:00+10:00

69 Avoca Drive, Avoca Beach NSW 2251

A one-off Avoca Beach screening of canine-themed short films from independent filmmakers, covering adventure, rescue and the bond between dogs and people. The unallocated-seating program runs from 2pm to 4.45pm and is exempt from classification but described by the organiser as comparable to a PG program.

Gutsy Girls Adventure Film Tour 2026

2026-08-06T19:00:00+10:00 to 2026-08-06T22:00:00+10:00

69 Avoca Drive, Avoca Beach NSW 2251

The tour's 10th-anniversary program spotlights women in climbing, paddling, running, riding and exploration through a collection of adventure films. This single Avoca Beach screening runs from 7pm to 10pm, with unallocated seating.

Six String Brewing Co. Beer Dinner

2026-08-14T18:00:00+10:00 to 2026-08-14T22:00:00+10:00

Suite 3, 85 Avoca Drive, Avoca Beach NSW 2251

Avoca Beach House and Six String Brewing Co. pair four seasonal courses with four beers for a one-night dinner that also includes live music and a brewery representative. The event page lists a 6pm–10pm window, arrival from 6.30pm and dinner from 6.45pm; bookings are essential.