Umina Community Group

13/03/2026

This is a great opportunity for members of the public and ocean users to learn life-saving skills in a free course. There will also be a free accredited CPR course taking place at Umina Surf Life Saving Club. Register here: https://www.surfersrescue247.com/courses

30/01/2026

We are thrilled that Central Coast Council has allocated funding to replace the toilet block at Umina Beach in 2027. It will greatly benefit many of our community with disability needs and especially Central Coast Disabled Surfers Association

Update: Umina Amenities Block
At Tuesday nights Council meeting, a motion to allocate $650K from Strategic Funds for the reconstruction of the amenities block with design development, approvals in 2026/27 for completion in 2027/28 put forward by Councillor Belinda Neal and seconded by Councillor Trent McWaide. The motion was finally passed after months of motions failing. Thank you to Councillor Neal for not giving up. Councillor McWaide for coming on board and delivering a great speech. To Umina Community Group for your strong advocacy and advice. A win for disability access on the Peninsula. Photo. Councillor Neal with UCG members Tony, Peter, Carol & Sean. Past surfer Courtney, current surfers Makayla and Mia with mum Tanya and DSACC President Rae.

10/12/2025

The first Surfing for the Disabled event for this summer was held last Saturday at Umina Beach with 50 surfers and 150 water-based volunteers.
Thank you to Peter, Janis, Sean and Tony - our UCG members who volunteered as carpark attendants.
If you would like to volunteer with Umina Community Group or join our group in 2026 please contact us.
[email protected]

24/11/2025

Have your say on the 2027 upgrade to play equipment at The Precinct. Online survey details are below.

💡Your ideas and opinions are key as we update the Central Coast Playspace Strategy!

Swing by our pop-up tomorrow at:
• Vera’s Water Garden (The Entrance, Waterfront Plaza) – Sat 22 Nov, 8am–10am
• Mackenzie Reserve (Budgewoi) – Sat 22 Nov, 11am–1pm

Or jump online and fill in the survey to tell us how you like to play!
https://hubs.la/Q03VlLm20

We will also be hosting a pop-up next week at:
• Peninsula Recreation Precinct (Umina) – Tues 25 Nov, 10am–12pm
• Tuggerawong Playspace (Tuggerawong) – Sat 22 Nov, 2pm–4pm

Image ID: Young girl climbing through play equipment

29/10/2025

Have you noticed the flocks of corellas on the sand dunes? They have come to feed on the acacia seeds that are in abundance at this time of year. The cockatoos and lorikeets are also enjoying the free feed. Fairywrens are in high numbers, they enjoy flitting around the scrubby bushes. Just another reason why the dune system is so important, providing habitat and food source to our wildlife.
Dune regeneration volunteers meet on Wed mornings. If you would like to become involved, send us a message or email [email protected].

10/10/2025

It is great to see that the missing link pathway from Melbourne Ave to Brisbane Ave is now complete. Walking to school will be significantly safer for children and their families. This project was extensively advocated for by local residents. Thank you to Central Coast Council and the NSW government for construction and funding. Central Coast Council Liesl Tesch MP

30/08/2025

Happening tomorrow 3-5pm. UCG will be presenting.

25/08/2025

Looking to save energy?

Reducing energy usage is a hot topic and we need your help!
We are exploring ways to support the Umina community in reducing energy use and subsequently reducing your energy costs.
Following on from our community energy information sessions in 2023, we’re seeking your assistance to complete a short, anonymous questionnaire. Your feedback will help guide future local initiatives.
Note: No personal details are collected.
Please follow the link here: Energy Survey form https://forms.gle/StwzX2VoFWFtRpK69
We really appreciate your input 💡😀

09/08/2025

Support this excellent initiative to clean up Umina Beach

🌊 Beach Clean-Up at Umina Beach – August 10

As part of her Community Service Project through the Gosford RSL Club Max Potential program, Michaela from St Joseph’s Catholic College is leading a local beach clean-up to help tackle the growing issue of marine litter.

📍 Peninsula Recreation Precinct, Umina Beach
🕓 Saturday 10 August | 4:00 PM

Over 75% of marine debris in Australia is plastic—and beaches like Umina are among the most affected. Michaela’s goal is to bring the community together to protect our coastline, marine life, and local environment.

Everyone is welcome! Bring your gloves and your passion for a cleaner coast. 🌿

📩 More info: [email protected]

25/07/2025

Feeling the winter blues? Check out these tips to improve energy efficiency in your home.

1. Check your energy bill and compare different energy providers. Are you getting the best deal possible? https://www.energymadeeasy.gov.au/
2. Understand how and when you use power.
3. Change behaviours - do you have a spare (party) fridge? Is it always on? Perhaps turn it off until you need it. Run hungry appliances in the off-peak electricity period, not peak period.
4. Look for draughts in your home. Are you losing heat that you want to keep in or letting in cold that you want to keep out? Can you use low cost items to block off the draughts?
5. Can you get a government grant or rebate to upgrade appliances, install solar or help with energy costs?

We put together some great resources on the UCG website that you can find here. https://www.uminacommunitygroup.com.au/greening-umina/ (scroll down to “Useful Information”).