Coast Shelter

05/11/2026

When we say "cultural immersion training", we mean it!

Thank you Tim from Girri Girra Aboriginal Experiences for another eye-opening session, trekking through Peats Ridge National Park with some of our team.

This is learning and respect for culture, connection and Country in action 🖤💛❤️

04/11/2026

🎄 Did you know that a financial donation is the most powerful way you can help us this Christmas?

While gifts, food donations and volunteering all make a difference, a financial contribution allows us to respond immediately to the greatest needs of local people and families in crisis.

👐 Most importantly, your donation gives our team the flexibility to provide the right support, at the right time, to the people who need it most.

If you are in a position to give, please consider showing your support at https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0zBbR40

04/11/2026

We know many individuals and families across the Central Coast are already feeling the impact of ongoing cost-of-living pressures. Yesterday's interest rate rise is another challenge for people who are already having to make difficult choices about everyday expenses.

At Coast Shelter, we're seeing more people turn to our Community Centre for support with food and essential items, including many who have never reached out for help before.

If you're finding things tough right now, please know you're not alone. Support is available, and our team is here to help.

In this short video, CEO Alicia Pigot shares a message for our community.

📍 Coast Shelter Community Centre
345 Mann Street, Gosford
🕒 Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:30pm

Whether you need support yourself, or know someone who might, please reach out. Our community is strongest when we look after one another.

02/11/2026

When science meets community support 🧬🫶

It was a weekend well spent at the ASA and NZSA Combined Scientific Congress 2026 in the Hunter Valley.

The event brought together The Australian Society of Anaesthetists and the New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists to share, learn and collaborate with each other.

They also chose to raise funds for our cause and invited our CEO, Alicia Pigot to address the Congress.

Thank you to all those who attended and gave their time and support so generously!

02/11/2026

We got the porridge gold 🥇

Robert Reid, Australia’s Porridge Champion, has taken out the fiercely contested and coveted Creative Porridge title at the Golden Spurtle World Porridge Championships in Carrbridge, Scotland!

Robert may look familiar because he won his Australian title at The Pearly Spurtle at Pearl Beach earlier this year, which raised funds for Coast Shelter.

From Australia's first porridge festival to competing against 30 contestants from around the world, Robert impressed the judges with his inventive porridge cannoli 👏

Congratulations Robert!

29/10/2026

🌈 This artwork was created by a young person in our Step Forward program.

It speaks to a future of opportunities and hope.

This is the power of investing in prevention, not just responding when a crisis occurs.

According to Central Coast Council's Youth Strategy 2026-2031, 11.6% of local young people aged 15-24 are disengaged from education, employment or training, compared with 9.5% across NSW 📈

Programs like Step Forward help address challenges early, giving vulnerable young people the support, skills and connections they need before they reach breaking point.

But funding for Step Forward is due to end, despite growing demand for the program.

We need governments, funders and our community to recognise the value of prevention and invest in programs that help young people find a way forward.

👉 Learn more about why Step Forward matters and show your support: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0ztb5M0

28/10/2026

We're proud to have a seat at this table 🙌

Thank you to the Minister for Youth Justice Jihad Dib MP for bringing local services, like Coast Shelter, together.

We will be doing what we do best - collaborating for our community 🤝

This roundtable marked the launch of a new program which aims to help young people who have had contact with the justice system to find learning and employment opportunities that will support them in rebuilding their lives.

NBN Television

Keeping young offenders on the right path after custody, has been the focus for the state Justice Mi

27/10/2026

Almost 100 people call Coast Shelter each week seeking safety from homelessness, domestic and family violence, or crisis. 

💔 For every person we can help into suitable accommodation, two more are turned away because our services are already full.

Behind every call is a person, a family, or a young person looking for safety, stability and a place to turn.

This Christmas, your support can help provide hope, practical support and a pathway forward when it's needed most.

👉 Find out how you can help: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0zpYx_0

26/10/2026

🔑 We're excited to share that Coast Shelter is expanding our presence in the north of the Central Coast!

After hearing from our community, the people we support and our team, we've established a new base within the Hamlyn Terrace Community Centre, making it easier to connect with clients, undertake case work and deliver specialist support services closer to where people live.

This welcoming new space will be used by a range of Coast Shelter teams, including some of our specialist crisis teams, helping us strengthen our reach across the northern end of the Coast.

🫶 This is about more than a new office. It's about listening, responding and ensuring people can access support when and where they need it most.

As Coast Shelter continues to grow and evolve, we're proud to be creating more opportunities to support individuals and families across our community.

📞 Need support? Please continue to contact our intake team on (02) 4325 3540. Appointments and referrals will still be coordinated through our main office.

25/10/2026

📅 This Friday 📅

Help our community to Reclaim The Night ✨, with activities, entertainment and food for all ages!

Thank you to Central Coast Domestic Violence Committee, Mounties Group and Tuggerah Lakes Liquor Accord for bringing us together to stand for the safety of women and children.