About Coasties Mag
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Coasties Mag is a Central Coast based digital and print lifestyle publication, created to celebrate the people, places, food, culture and businesses that make our region unique.
We exist to shine a spotlight on the best of the Central Coast, from local cafes and coastal walks to creative makers, events and small businesses that deserve to be discovered and supported.
More than just a magazine, Coasties Mag is a trusted local guide. Our content is shaped by real experiences, honest recommendations and a deep connection to the community we live in and love.
Our Purpose
Our purpose is simple. To support local. To tell meaningful stories, the stories that matter, that might otherwise go untold. With a strong community focus, we aim to elevate local businesses, events and people doing cool things on the Coast. To truly showcase the very best of our region.
Coasties Mag is designed to feel more like the “insider’s guide” than a tourist site. We capture what makes being a Coastie so special. Inspiring both locals and visitors to not just visit or explore, but immerse themselves and engage deeply with the Central Coast.
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Why Choose Coasties Mag
Coasties Mag is built on local knowledge and genuine storytelling. We are not driven by trends or clickbait, but by quality content that reflects the real Central Coast.
Whether you live here, are visiting for the weekend or planning your next coastal escape, Coasties Mag helps you discover what makes the Central Coast special and where to find it.
The Coasties Mag Team
Coasties Mag is run by a passionate team of Central Coast locals and creatives who champion local businesses, share community stories and bring the best of our region to life.
Tash and Nikki
Co-Owners of Coasties Magazine
Tash Robertson and Nikki Tiedeman took over Coasties Mag from founder Amy Nelmes Bissett in April 2022. As local business owners and mums, they share a genuine passion for supporting small business and the Central Coast community.
Since then, they’ve grown Coasties into the region’s insider guide for what’s on, where to go and what’s worth discovering, building strong engagement, expanding reach and partnering with major community events, all while staying true to the #supportlocal mission and the Coasties Card initiative.
Tash brings deep experience in digital marketing, SEO and content strategy, shaped by working with hundreds of local businesses. Nikki brings creative direction and partnerships expertise, having first connected with Coasties as an advertiser before joining the team and eventually becoming co owner.
Long time collaborators and friends, they lead Coasties in a genuine, down to earth way, focused on celebrating local and backing the businesses that make the Coast what it is.
Amy Buckle
Social Media Guru and Content Producer
Amy Buckle is the genius who delivers our audience with breathtaking imagery and content that represents our fine region and the brilliant local businesses we support each day. Founder of Coffee Lane Solutions, she has a super keen eye for detail and a knack of knowing just what we need when we need it.
Glenn Robertson
Visual Storyteller and Content Guy
The talent behind Coasties Creative. Known for being unflustered and exceptionally easy to work with, Glenn creates a relaxed on-set atmosphere that helps every shoot run smoothly. With his steady hand and calm presence, he’s the guy behind our popular experience reels. And, is always on hand for our client shoots (if needed). Playing a vital role in capturing the essence, heart and soul of their businesses with perfection.
