Welcome news for Central Coast farmers
Central Coast hinterland farmers will no longer be required to seek planning approval when they operate with more than 100 visitors at a time, under newly amended agritourism policy. Minister…
Business
Small Business Month events
Coastal Towns Business Chamber will host two events during Small Business Month. On October 19, the annual Small Business Month Expo will be held at The Ary, Toukley, sponsored by…
Deferred lands on public exhibition
Thousands of landowners on the Central Coast with their land on the list of “deferred matters” can finally see the latest proposed zonings for their properties. There are 3,438 land…
New Wyong development to help ease housing crisis
A new affordable and social rental housing development at Wyong is set to provide some relief to the region’s ongoing housing crisis. One of the largest providers of affordable rental…
Oyster farm is Coast’s business of the year
Eco-certified tourism business Sydney Oyster Farm Tours was crowned Central Coast 2023 Business of the Year at a glitzy 20s-themed gala awards ceremony on Friday, October 6, attended by 320…
Industry festival to return in 2024
The Central Coast Industry Festival and Expo is set to make a return early next year, following the success of the inaugural festival in 2022. Presented by Central Coast Industry…
Another step towards net zero
NSW Premier Chris Minns was on the Central Coast on October 3 to announce the release of a new net zero emissions policy for heavy road and rail freight –…
Dominique named finalist in Women in Law awards
Senior Associate at Seton Family Lawyers, Dominique Markwort, has been recognised for her contributions to the legal industry by being named a finalist in the Rising Star of the Year…
Asphalt plant planning increased production
Fulton Hogan Industries wants to quadruple production at the Bushells Ridge Asphalt Plant and improve processing infrastructure to meet the forecast demand for asphalt in the Central Coast and Hunter…
Updated DA for eight Blackwall units
A revised development application has been lodged with Central Coast Council to build eight two-storey units over a double block in Memorial Ave, Blackwall. The proposed housing at 59-61 Memorial…
New visitor centre rises from the ashes
The new Mangrove Creek Dam Visitor Centre is finally open to the public. There’s a new interactive visitor education centre, accessible family-friendly amenities, a children’s play space and a revitalised…
Second year of budget surplus for Council
The 2022-23 financial results for Central Coast Council show a second year of budget surpluses following two years of losses during the financial crisis that put the Coast under administration…
Changes to high-rise units at Long Jetty vetoed
Revised architectural plans for a high-rise residential development at Long Jetty have been knocked back by the Local Planning Panel. The developer wanted to eliminate in-ground basement car parking and…
New supported independent living homes at Gorokan
The new state-of-the-art Casa Capace residences in Gorokan opened on September 28, providing Supported Independent Living (SIL) for six individuals. Designed by Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) provider Casa Capace, the…
National award for Koori Curriculum
The Koori Curriculum, based at Wyoming, has taken top gong in the Education Services category of the 2023 Australian Women’s Small Business Champion Awards. The business was presented with a…
Reflections officially takes over Norah Head Reserve
Reflections Holiday Parks held a special get-together at sunset on Wednesday, September 20, at Norah Head Lighthouse to mark its transition as the new caretaker of the much-loved reserve. Guests…
Free small business breakfast seminar
October is NSW Small Business month and Central Coast Council is inviting small business owners to celebrate at a breakfast seminar on Friday, October 6. This year’s theme is My…
Somersby lots expected to attract $8M+
Two large industrial lots at Somersby are on the market and expected to attract a price of more than $8M. RWC (SC) Managing Director Samuel Hadgelias and Sales Agent Baxter…
State Budget falls short for Coast housing crisis
Local community housing provider Home in Place says the NSW Budget is a mixed bag and a missed opportunity in relation to housing. Business and public affairs manager Martin Kennedy…
Tackling odour at Bateau Bay sewage plant
The $35M upgrade to Bateau Bay Sewage Treatment Plant is one step closer with the contract to upgrade odour facilities awarded to Gongues Constructions. This contract is for the design…