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Performing Arts Centre of the Year in 2022
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The visual arts culture of the Central Coast
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Lakes Beach

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Beach
Beaches
Patrolled - with lifeguards

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Lake Street

Budgewoi NSW 2262

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Last updated: 12/11/2025

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Wyong NSW 2259, Australia
P. 02 4306 7900

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We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live, work and play. We pay our respects to Darkinjung country, and Elders past and present. We recognise the continued connection to these lands and waterways and extend this acknowledgement to the homelands and stories of those who also call this place home. We recognise our future leaders and the shared responsibility to care for and protect our place and people.

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