Gosford, NSW 2250
Gosford, NSW local news and suburb guide
Discover Gosford, NSW 2250: local news and incidents, what's on and events, food and drink, services, plus things to do across the Central Coast.
- Approx. population
- 4,873 · 2021 Census
- Train
- Gosford Station · Central Coast & Newcastle Line · regional services
- Schools
- 2 public high schools within the suburb · Gosford High School and Henry Kendall High School
- Known for
- Waterfront CBD, Polytec Stadium and regional transport and civic services
- Median house price
- $980,000 · Data: Jul 2025–Jun 2026 · Last checked 13 Jul 2026
Local Guide & Services
AA Roofing
Gosford roofing (All Aspects Roofing): repairs, replacements and restorations, re-bedding and repointing, ridge caps, sarking, guttering and storm damage work.
0423 771 513
About The House
Central Coast asbestos removal and demolition specialist (20+ years; EPA registered, SafeWork NSW compliant): residential roofs, garages, sheds, fences, bathrooms and kitchens.
0414 012 747
Central Coast Cleaning Co
Central Coast Cleaning Co: tiered residential home cleaning, Airbnb, end-of-lease and commercial cleaning, plus lawn & garden maintenance, across the Central Coast.
02 8024 5944
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
Central Coast Smash Repairs
Gosford smash repairer serving the local community for over 40 years: smash repairs, panel beating and accident damage, with a lifetime guarantee on workmanship.
02 4324 4769
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
Things to Do

Corner of Dane Drive and Central Coast Highway, Gosford NSW 2250
Gosford's waterfront stadium is the home ground of the Central Coast Mariners and also hosts rugby league, rugby union and community events. It is about 300 metres from Gosford Station; check the official What's On calendar before travelling.

Georgiana Terrace, Gosford NSW 2250
This award-winning regional play space combines nature-based climbing and play areas, accessible paths, picnic and barbecue facilities, a tidal terrace and Darkinjung cultural design. It is free to enter and within walking distance of Gosford Station.

123A Donnison Street, Gosford NSW 2250
The Central Coast's purpose-built regional library has children's and study areas, more than 30,000 books, meeting rooms, a sound studio and a MakerSpace. Visitors can use the regular library services or check the official program for tours, talks and workshops.

Gosford Waterfront Reserve, Masons Parade, Gosford NSW 2250
Follow the public waterfront beside Brisbane Water between the stadium, Leagues Club Park and the reserves along Masons Parade. The shared path is useful for a short waterside walk, cycling, dog walking or combining several Gosford stops without moving the car.

22 Racecourse Road, Gosford NSW 2250
The Par 71, 18-hole course sits between Narara Creek and Gosford CBD and caters for beginners through to experienced golfers. Public bookings and social golf are available outside competition times; confirm a tee time with the club before visiting.

28 Masons Parade, Gosford NSW 2250
Gosford Sailing Academy is an accredited Discover Sailing Centre with courses for children, teenagers and adults, plus short discover-sailing and family experiences. Course dates and availability change, so register or contact the academy before visiting.
Food & Drink

159 Mann Street, Gosford NSW 2250
A steakhouse and pub opposite Gosford Station, built around Australian beef, classic pub meals and all-day dining. It is a practical pre-game or train-friendly option, with the kitchen currently serving daily from late morning to evening.

179 Mann Street, Gosford NSW 2250
Hotel Gosford's dining room serves house-made takes on pub favourites, including steaks, seafood, rotisserie meats and salads. The restored 1920s hotel is a short walk from the station and offers lunch and dinner seven days.

32 William Street, Gosford NSW 2250
An Italian-focused dinner venue in Gosford CBD serving pizza, pasta and an extensive wine list. The restaurant currently opens Tuesday to Sunday evenings and recommends reservations for planned visits.

89 Donnison Street, Gosford NSW 2250
A locally founded microbrewery and light-filled taproom in the CBD, about a minute's walk from Polytec Stadium. The tap list ranges from lager to hop-forward and fruit-led beers, with food pop-ups and event details announced by the brewery.

Shop 1, 32 Mann Street, Gosford NSW 2250
A café, coffee bar and daytime eatery at the southern end of Mann Street, serving breakfast, brunch and lunch seven days. Its current program also includes catering and occasional after-hours events.

1 Dane Drive, Gosford NSW 2250
The club's waterfront dining precinct gives groups several choices in one venue: family-friendly Wildwood, Seed + Vine café and bar, Arena Sports Lounge and Peking Garden. Check each outlet's current service hours before visiting.
Events

2026-07-13T16:00:00+10:00 to 2026-07-13T18:00:00+10:00
123A Donnison Street, Gosford NSW 2250
A free MakerSpace program for ages 10–18 covering DIY booklets, manga, poetry, fan art, illustration and music. The remaining 2026 sessions are listed for 13, 20 and 27 July; bookings are available for one or multiple Mondays.

2026-07-25T11:00:00+10:00 to 2026-07-25T13:00:00+10:00
Level 1, 123A Donnison Street, Gosford NSW 2250
Bring five to ten clean, good-quality garments or accessories and exchange them for new-to-you items without money. The youth-led sustainability event is free, open to the whole community and returns on 26 September and 28 November.

2026-07-30T09:30:00+10:00 to 2026-07-30T17:00:00+10:00
123A Donnison Street, Gosford NSW 2250
The Open Doors community day includes guided library tours, a chance to record a short audio story, local-history talks, children's book craft and MakerSpace sessions. Some activities require bookings, while the building tours are drop-in.

2026-07-13T11:00:00+10:00 to 2026-07-13T13:00:00+10:00
1 Dane Drive, Gosford NSW 2250
The club runs cash and club bingo across Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, with daytime and Thursday-evening sessions. The official page lists the next session and current times; check it before travelling as the schedule can change.

2026-07-17T08:00:00+10:00 to 2026-07-17T10:30:00+10:00
1 Dane Drive, Gosford NSW 2250
Central Coast Leagues Club serves a ticketed hot-and-cold buffet breakfast every Friday from 8am to 10.30am in the Bayside Room. Online and door prices differ, and the club suggests staying for its Friday bingo session afterwards.