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December 3 ^rd 2020

By: Kim Bailey

Mingara is more than just a club, it is a monument to a group of ordinary but dedicated people who strived for and reached a goal to benefit their community. Back in the 1970s, the Central Coast was a relaxed...

Stories

2026 Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award

June 26 ^th 2026

By: Ashley Curtis

Celebrating Encore by Mingara with an achievement built on every stay Encore by Mingara is proud to be recognised as a 2026 Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award winner, placing it among the top 10% of hotels worldwide. As part of the...

Community Stories Updates, Tips & Tricks

Mingara Recognised at State Awards for Outstanding Contribution to Community Health

June 17 ^th 2026

By: Mark Orren

Mingara Recognised at State Awards for Outstanding Contribution to Community Health Mingara Recreation Club is proud to announce it has been named the winner of the Health Care category at the prestigious 2026 ClubsNSW Clubs & Community Awards, held at...

Community Stories

Mingara honoured with prestigious Salvation Army “Others Award”

June 12 ^th 2026

By: Mark Orren

Mingara honoured with prestigious Salvation Army “Others Award” Mingara Recreation Club has been recognised with The Salvation Army’s prestigious “Others Award”, honouring more than two decades of commitment to supporting people in need across the Central Coast. Presented at the...

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Making a difference at Mingara’s Biggest Morning Tea; photo gallery

June 5 ^th 2026

By: Abbey DeBono

Last month, our Biggest Morning Tea event in Hadley's proved to be a truly beautiful and heartfelt morning. With more than 120 people in attendance, the event was filled with delicious treats, warm conversation and a shared purpose - to...

Community

Bringing smiles, one wag at a time; our wholesome collaboration with Doggie Dates

June 3 ^rd 2026

By: Abbey DeBono

We were absolutely thrilled to welcome some of the beautiful therapy dogs from Doggie Dates to visit Mingara recently. These incredible dogs, alongside their dedicated volunteer handlers, give their time to support mental health and encourage meaningful social connection -...

Meet our Head Chef Peter

June 1 ^st 2026

By: Mark Orren

Meet Head Chef Peter Streckfuss In Hadley’s, at Mingara, the kitchen is more than just a place where meals are prepared - it’s where passion, experience, and creativity come together under the leadership of Head Chef Peter Streckfuss. With nearly...

Community Stories

Game on; supporting the next generation with Iron Tigers Basketball Club

May 14 ^th 2026

By: Anna Harris

At Mingara, supporting our local community is at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we’re proud to announce a new partnership with Iron Tigers Basketball Club - joining them as a major supporter of their Community Wellbeing &...

Community Entertainment Stories Updates, Tips & Tricks

Delia Wins $71,250 in the Members’ Jackpot

May 1 ^st 2026

By: Mark Orren

A Life‑Changing Night at Mingara: Member Delia wins $71,250 in our Members’ Jackpot Mingara’s Members’ Jackpot continues to prove just how life‑changing a visit to the Club can be - and on Monday 20th April, one very lucky member experienced...

Entertainment

Exclusive Member Event “Xmas Cappella”

January 8 ^th 2026

By: Ashley Curtis

Last month, we celebrated the festive season by hosting an invitation-only event - where our members were spoilt with delicious food and entertained by the talented and melodic ladies from Coastal a Cappella! Check out the photo gallery from the...

Community Entertainment

Gina Jeffreys Academy of Music – End of Year Concert

December 24 ^th 2025

By: Mark Orren

Gina Jeffreys Academy of Music - End of Year Concert On Sunday the 20th of December eager students of Gina Jeffreys Academy of Music put on a fabulous end of year Christmas concert in The Show Room at Mingara. View...

Community engagement Stories Updates, Tips & Tricks

A message from our Summer Heroes

December 24 ^th 2025

By: Mark Orren

A message from our Summer Heroes The Christmas and Summer season is time to relax and have fun, but it's also important to stay safe. Our 'Summer Heroes' from local firies at Wamberal RFS, Central Coast Surf lifesaving and the...

Eat & Drink Entertainment Updates, Tips & Tricks

Christmas to New Year 2025 – What’s On at Mingara

December 22 ^nd 2025

By: Admin

Celebrate the festive season with a full calendar of Christmas and New Year events at Mingara Recreation Club - including bingo, free live music, trivia nights, Car and Cash draws, huge Member Jackpots, and major giveaways. From Christmas to New Year and...

Our Story

2026 Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award

Mingara Recognised at State Awards for Outstanding Contribution to Community Health

Mingara honoured with prestigious Salvation Army “Others Award”

Making a difference at Mingara’s Biggest Morning Tea; photo gallery

Bringing smiles, one wag at a time; our wholesome collaboration with Doggie Dates

Meet our Head Chef Peter

Game on; supporting the next generation with Iron Tigers Basketball Club

Delia Wins $71,250 in the Members’ Jackpot

Exclusive Member Event “Xmas Cappella”

Gina Jeffreys Academy of Music – End of Year Concert

A message from our Summer Heroes

Christmas to New Year 2025 – What’s On at Mingara

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