News and Events.
AFL Youth Clinic / 19 Feb 2023
We are excited to announce a Community Event involving UTS Bats, Terrigal-Avoca Panthers and Central Coast Kids in Need. The Event will by led by Ex-Swans Player and Head Coach of the UTS Bats, Kevin Dyson.
Rhonda and Lorraine interviewed for ‘The Project’ on Channel 10
‘The Project’ Channel 10 segment with Rhonda and Lorraine from Central Coast Kids in Need aired on 26 April, 2022.
‘Molch’ Surf Classic has a chance to win a share of $3,000 in community funding!
GreaterBank are offering The Adam (Molch) Hillier Surf Classic a financial boost, with a potential share of $3,000. Please cast your votes between Monday 2nd August and Wednesday 1st September 2021.
Vote for Lorraine in Westfield Local Heroes
Lorraine has had the privilege of being nominated for the Westfield Local Hero’s by local artist Grant Molony. Voting commences on Tuesday 10th August and ends 30th August 2021.
Wideline a Major Contributor to CCKIN
We are proud to finally be able to recognise Wideline Windows and Doors as a major contributor to Central Coast Kids in Need.
Save the date: Charity Race Day Nov 2021
Central Coast Bulldogs are planning a Charity Race Day in support of Central Coast Kids in Need.
Shelly Beach Ladies Golf Charity Day
Central Coast Kids in Need were invited to attend Shelly Beach Ladies Golf Charity Day on Wednesday 21 April 2021.
On the day they raised $8,000 for CCKIN with raffles and auctions.
In all the years of attending functions, we have never seen one like it. The amount of prizes was outstanding.
Bendigo Bank $16,000 Local Grant
Central Coast Kids in Need were the recent recipients of a very generous grant of $16,000 from East Gosford-Lisarow-Kincumber, Wyong and Ettalong Branches of the Bendigo Bank.
Award and Volunteers ‘Thank you’ Luncheon
Central Coast Kids in Need were invited to a Volunteers Thank You Luncheon in February, 2021. The event was held at Wamberal Surf Club, hosted by ‘Member for Terrigal’ and ‘Parliamentary Secretary’ Adam Crouch, with special guest ‘The Premier’ Gladys Berejikllan.
Our thanks to ‘Friends of the Creek’
We are saddened to hear that Friends of the Creek are winding down and there will be no more Charity Bike Rides. Since 2016, this amazing group of community minded people have worked tirelessly with passion and commitment to raise $90,000 for CCKIN, to assist families of seriously ill children here on the Central Coast.
Authors generous donation
Local children’s author and storyteller, Lindy Mitchell-Nilsson has kindly donated 65 copies of each of her books: ‘The Fairy that Sneezed’ set in Wyabolong National Park and ‘The Elf that Could Fly’ set in Katandra Reserve, on the Central Coast.
Rotary Club of The Entrance
On 23 February 2021, Rotary Club of The Entrance held a draw for their Community Raffle. Over 40 Clubs and Organisations took part in selling tickets for the event. A big thank you to all the Sponsors who donated prizes.
CCKIN Children’s Xmas Party
Sunday December 6, 2020
12 – 3pm
The Chittaway Bay Tavern
100 Chittaway Road,
Chittaway Bay NSW 2261
Our thanks and appreciation to our local community
Our thanks and appreciation go to the following individuals who have placed ‘Wishing Trees’ in their establishment, to collect gifts for Central Coast Kids in Need, to deliver to families on our books.
Meeting with The Hon Gareth Ward MP
CCKIN Meeting with The Hon Gareth Ward MP Minister for Families, Community & Disability Services.
GreaterBank offering financial boost
GreaterBank are offering the Disabled Surfers Association Central Coast a financial boost, with a potential share of $3,000.
WRLCG hold fundraiser for Posie
On Friday 7 August 2020, staff at the 7 x Wyong Rugby Leagues Club Group Clubs, held a fundraiser and wore jeans for Posie.
Shaz’s Sewing Angels are giving generously
Shaz’s Sewing Angels, a generous, community minded group from Toukley have been busy making masks, and donating them to keep people safe during COVID.
Meeting with Adam Crouch, MP
On Monday 24 August 2020, both Loz and Rhonda from Central Coast Kids in Need, were invited to attend a meeting with Parliamentary Secretary/Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch.
Australia wide response to ‘Toby’s gift’
A huge thank you to everyone who donated to Central Coast Kids in Need either through Toby’s gift Gofundme or direct to Central Coast Kids in Need, after the segment on A Current Affair.