7 August 2024

THE Sister City relationship was initially signed between Gosford Council and Edogawa Council in 1988 and then renewed in 2018 with Central Coast Council.

“Sister City relationships are about many things – including cultural exchange, friendship, peace and opportunities for learning”, said Jane Smith, President of the Gosford Sister City Association.

“The relationship with Edogawa is particularly close. This is symbolised by the Edogawa Commemorative Gardens, located at the Gosford Regional Gallery. The gardens were a gift to the Central Coast from the people of Edogawa with materials, expertise and funding provided by Edogawa, Japan.”

“Students from Edogawa spend a week on the Central Coast, hosted by Narara Valley High School students, families and teachers. They enjoy a range of activities including attending school, a formal welcome by Central Coast Council and visits to the Reptile Park and NAISDA” said Amy Robinson, Japanese Language Coordinator, Narara Valley High School.

“Through this exchange, Narara Valley High School students, and families, form deep friendships as well as a better understanding of Japanese culture and language,” said Ms Robinson.

The Edogawa Youth Wing exchange is coordinated by Narara Valley High School and the Gosford Sister City Association. It is supported by Central Coast Council.