Regenerative design expert to speak at Pearl Beach
The Pearl Beach Environment Group will host Architect Caroline Pidcock to give a talk about Regenerative Design and Development at Pearl Beach Hall on Friday, January 28. Regenerative design is…
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Macleay rezoning “would not impact Umina Coastal Sandplain Woodland”
A Planning Proposal to rezone the western part of the lot at 18 Macleay Avenue, Woy Woy, has received a Gateway Determination by NSW Planning so Council’s consultations with government…
Award-winning housing provider here to stay
BUSINESS – Pacific Link Housing had a big year in 2021 with the completion of a major affordable housing project on the Central Coast and a number of award wins….
West Gosford shopping centre upgrade will be ready within months
The redevelopment of the West Gosford Shopping Centre is on track to be completed within the next few months despite the fact the site has been idle for several weeks….
Kincumber farmer breeds crickets for protein
BUSINESS – Mikkel Overgaard of Kincumber is convinced cricket-based protein will become a dietary staple in Australia and he is determined to be at the forefront. Overgaard moved to the…
Residents asked to contribute to character statement
Central Coast Council is inviting community feedback on what makes up the unique character of Toukley, Canton Beach, Noraville and Norah Head, as part of developing local character statements for…
Woolworths looks to expand Warnervale operation
Woolworths has signaled to the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment that it has plans to invest $68M in the extension of its existing warehouse and distribution centre at Warnervale….
Beach and stadium facilities in line for upgrades
Three projects across the Central Coast will be delivered under the latest wave of Stronger Country Communities funding provided by the NSW Government. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast Adam…
Panel refuses Umina development for non-compliance
The Local Planning Panel (LPP) has again ruled against the recommendation of Central Coast Council staff by refusing development consent to DA61540/2021 for demolition and construction of commercial premises and…
Inner Wheel donates to children’s charity
Central Coast charity We Care Connect was the winner following a Christmas stall run by the ladies of the Inner Wheel Club of Gosford North at Kincumber Village Shopping Centre…
More local builders rewarded for excellence
Central Coast builders have taken out a number of categories at the 2021 HIA-CSR Hunter Housing and Kitchen & Bathroom Awards. Recently presented virtually, the 21st annual awards celebrated the…
Audit office delays may impact Council’s IPART requests
Administrator Rik Hart has criticised “external agencies” that were making life tough for Central Coast Council. He has reluctantly agreed to a “request” from the NSW Audit Office that Council…
New ‘design and place’ planning policy on exhibition
Central Coast Council has welcomed a new planning policy proposed by the State Government which sets out to put heathier communities, housing choice, cooler and walkable suburbs and sustainable development…
Make merry with dine and discover
Central Coast residents are eligible for two extra Dine & Discover vouchers, just in time for Christmas festivities. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch,…
Panel to review refusal of mixed-use development
The Peninsula Chamber of Commerce has backed the decision of developer, Jedaclew Pty Ltd, to seek a review of the Local Planning Panel’s (LPP) refusal of the mixed-use development at…
Water security plan goes to government for sign off
Central Coast Council has endorsed a revised Central Coast Water Security Plan (CCWSP) to be submitted to the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment (DPIE) for their review and approval….
20 years of snipping success
Wadalba Stylist and Just Cuts Lake Haven Owner Oliver Adams is celebrating 20 years of salon success. Beginning his hairdressing career in his uncle’s barbershop Oliver opened his Lake Haven…
Four awards to local builders
Builders in the north of the Central Coast have taken out several categories at the 2021 HIA-CSR Hunter Housing and Kitchen & Bathroom Awards. Recently presented virtually, the 21st annual…
Mounties Group makes move into health care
Mounties Group, the organisation that sprung from the Mt Pritchard & District Community Club, has made a move into health care on the Coast by purchasing a Wyoming medical centre….
Residential flat building proposed for Canton Beach
Affordable housing provider, Pacific Link Housing Limited, has lodged a development application with Central Coast Council to build a 14-unit residential flat building at 8 Kantara Road, Canton Beach. A…