Kariong, NSW local news and suburb guide

Kariong group calls for more support for Central Coast farmers

A local grower has raised concerns about varroa mite and water regulations as farmers on the Central Coast face mounting industry pressures.

12-year-old girl flown to hospital after Kariong e-bike collision

CareFlight landed at Peppermint Park after the girl was involved in a collision with a vehicle between Risdon and Portelli Ave.

CareFlight flies 12-year-old to hospital after Kariong e-bike incident

The girl was taken to Westmead Children’s Hospital after a vehicle struck her while she was riding an e-bike in Kariong, with CareFlight landing at Peppermint Park.

ACME Cleaning

Kariong-based Central Coast commercial cleaners (established 1994): offices, medical centres, gyms, community centres and churches, using eco-friendly products.

0412 623 223

Gunter Electrical

Kariong-based Central Coast electricians (20+ years): residential, commercial and 24/7 emergency electrical, solar upgrades, switchboard upgrades, safety inspections and property-management work.

02 4340 1155

Total Perfection

Kariong landscapers (Lic. 317626C) delivering structural and soft landscaping, retaining walls, excavation, concreting, paving, irrigation, fencing and garden maintenance across the Central Coast.

0410 004 352

Broadwater Air & Energy

West Gosford air conditioning and energy (ARC AU37687, NSW Lic. 283618C, electrical 22344C; 40+ years): split and ducted installs, commercial solutions, repairs and energy-efficiency upgrades.

02 4322 6889

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

Explore Mount Penang Gardens

Parklands Road, Kariong NSW 2250

Walk through eight hectares of native and aquatic gardens arranged as 12 distinctive garden rooms, with ponds, cascades, picnic spaces and birdwatching opportunities. Entry and on-site parking are free; check the official page for closures before travelling, and note that dogs are not permitted inside the gated gardens.

Follow the Wondabyne Stone Sculptures

Mount Penang Gardens and Parklands, Parklands Road, Kariong NSW 2250

See the permanent outdoor display of large sandstone works created during international sculpture symposiums in 1986 and 1988. Twelve sculptures sit within Mount Penang Gardens and another 13 are spread through the nearby Parklands; use the official sculpture map to plan the walk.

Visit Kariong Eco Garden

2 Dandaloo Street, Kariong NSW 2250

This child-friendly community garden and sustainability learnscape includes native bush-tucker plants, native trees and a mosaic snake path beside Hawkesbury Woodland bushland. Community plots and school visits support practical learning about composting, worm farming and conserving water and energy.

Browse and borrow at Kariong Library

98 Mitchell Drive, Kariong NSW 2250

Kariong's Council library offers staffed branch hours plus Library@YourTime self-access from 6am to 9pm daily for inducted members. Members can browse and borrow from the collection or ask the branch about borrowing one of its free pickleball kits.

Take in the view from Staples Lookout

Woy Woy Road, Kariong NSW 2250

Stop beside Woy Woy Road for broad views across Brisbane Water, Woy Woy Bay and towards Mount Wondabyne. The NSW Government lists a car park, lookout facilities and picnic tables; check National Parks alerts and conditions before setting out.

Waterfall Cafe

Parklands Road, Kariong NSW 2250

A licensed café and restaurant beside the cascading ponds at the entrance to Mount Penang Gardens. It serves breakfast and lunch, with balcony seating overlooking the water, and also handles functions and off-site catering.

The Times Cafe

Shop 4, 10 Curringa Road, Kariong NSW 2250

A local café at Kariong Shopping Centre focused on breakfast and coffee, with catering also available. Check the current weekday and Saturday hours on the café's website before visiting.

Kariong Gourmet Pizza

Shop 3, 10 Curringa Road, Kariong NSW 2250

A local delivery and pickup shop offering traditional and gourmet pizzas, pasta and dessert pizzas. Its current online menu includes vegetarian and gluten-free-base choices alongside seafood, chicken and lamb pizzas.

Kariong Chinese Restaurant

Shop 6, 4 Mitchell Drive, Kariong NSW 2250

A neighbourhood Chinese restaurant offering lunch and dinner pickup or delivery on its current weekly schedule. The online menu covers noodles, seafood, rice, soups and familiar meat and poultry dishes, with several gluten-free options identified.

Kariong Eco Garden Trivia Night

2026-07-25T17:00:00+10:00 to 2026-07-25T20:00:00+10:00

2 Dandaloo Street, Kariong NSW 2250

Kariong Eco Garden's annual fundraising trivia night runs from 5pm to 8pm with a 'Ferals' theme. Check the garden's event page for any booking or attendance updates before going.

Open Doors: Number Ninjas

2026-07-30T10:00:00+10:00 to 2026-08-27T10:45:00+10:00

98 Mitchell Drive, Kariong NSW 2250

A three-session early-numeracy program for preschool children aged four to five, using playdough, games, measuring and shapes. One booking covers the sessions on 30 July, 13 August and 27 August, each from 10am to 10.45am.

Eco Art: Chickens

2026-08-08T10:30:00+10:00 to 2026-08-08T12:00:00+10:00

2 Dandaloo Street, Kariong NSW 2250

Kariong Eco Garden hosts a chicken-themed eco-art session with Rachel Bunney from 10.30am to noon. Check the garden's event page for attendance and booking details before travelling.

Book Week Storytime at Kariong Library

2026-08-24T10:00:00+10:00 to 2026-08-24T11:00:00+10:00

98 Mitchell Drive, Kariong NSW 2250

Kariong Library's local Book Week session celebrates the 2026 'Symphony of Stories' theme with stories, dress-up fun and book-based activities for children aged three to five. The Kariong session runs from 10am to 11am and does not require a booking.

Green Living: Energy, Solar and Battery Workshop

2026-09-12T10:30:00+10:00 to 2026-09-12T12:30:00+10:00

2 Dandaloo Street, Kariong NSW 2250

A Kariong Eco Garden workshop focused on household energy, solar and battery topics, alongside the launch of the Kariong Kilowatt Counter. The published session runs from 10.30am to 12.30pm.

Plant Lovers Fair 2026

2026-09-19T09:00:00+10:00 to 2026-09-20T15:00:00+10:00

10 Festival Drive, Kariong NSW 2250

More than 30 specialist exhibitors bring rare, unusual and collectable plants, garden products and grower-led talks to Kariong Mountains High School. The fair runs 9am–4pm Saturday and 9am–3pm Sunday; tickets are available online and at the gate, and animals are not permitted.