Rubbish an issue at Long Jetty group home
A proposal for low-cost group home housing at Long Jetty has been downsized because of government regulations about rubbish collection. Originally the plan for 210 The Entrance Rd, Long Jetty,…
Central Coast Council
Public councillor briefings a good thing
So, Phyllis Miller thinks it undesirable that ratepayers should be informed about Council matters that directly impact them (LGNSW disappointed with ruling that briefings be public, CCN 503). Councillors are…
Not just a library opening – it’s a big story for Gosford
More than 230 people became members and 1750 books were borrowed on day one.
Protecting the squirrel glider
Central Coast Council has developed a draft Squirrel Glider Species Management Plan (SMP) to help ensure that local bushland continues to support this threatened species, while balancing development needs for…
Shark net removal trial canned for this year
The proposed trial of shark net removal at three beaches, including one on the Central Coast, will not happen this year following a fatality at Long Reef Beach on Saturday,…
Improving the region’s waterways
Central Coast Council is working to improve the management of the region’s diverse waterways and advancing flood mitigation efforts in vulnerable locations, with several current and upcoming projects open for…
Call for more action to save woodland
Peninsula Residents’ Association has welcomed an announcement from Central Coast Council that it will strengthen the endangered Umina Coastal Sandplain Woodland (UCSW), but says a more comprehensive plan is needed…
New playspace at Tuggerawong ready for outdoor fun
A new playspace on the former community hall site at Tuggerawong is now ready for outdoor fun for children of all ages. The new district-level playspace has transformed the area at…
Increased vandalism at public toilets
There has been a recent increase in vandalism across the region’s public toilets, with six sites significantly damaged in just one week. At Umina Beach (Peninsula Recreation Precinct), the toilets…
Improving safety around Copacabana school
Central Coast Council will undertake an investigation into traffic and pedestrian safety outside Copacabana Primary School within the next six months. It was decided unanimously at Council’s August meeting with…
LGNSW disappointed with ruling that briefings be public
LGNSW is disappointed but two councillors explain their take on the new meeting rules.
Be part of next year’s Harvest Festival
Central Coast Council is calling on local farmers, businesses, creatives, and event organisers to express their interest in being part of the 2026 Harvest Festival – one of the Central…
Check out new regional library at free community day
Gosford Regional Library is ready to open and residents are invited to check it out at a free Community Day on Saturday, September 6. Central Coast Council’s Director Community and…
Resolution of legal dispute sees wharf reopen to public
A long and protracted legal dispute between former lessees of the Azzurro Blu Wharf at The Entrance and Central Coast Council has been settled. The boardwalk and parts of the…
Community voices shape key Council decisions
This week’s Central Coast Council meeting reminded us that local government, at its best, works for the community rather than for party machines or what could be described as Facebook…
Help in improving your business façade
Central Coast Council’s Façade Improvement Support Program is back for 2025-26, offering matched funding of up to $5,000 for eligible businesses and commercial property owners to enhance the appearance and…
SAVED: Gosford library lives on
There seemed to be relief rather than celebration in the public gallery when councillors voted at the August Central Coast Council meeting to save the 1969-built Gosford Library. But the…
Council focus on infrastructure
Last financial year, Central Coast Council delivered more than 500 capital works projects across the region, from road upgrades through to critical water and sewer infrastructure. Chair of the Infrastructure…
Hopes high for relocation of proposed preschool
The Umina Beach Public School community remains hopeful that the on-site preschool will be relocated from its proposed building site. In April, then Education Minister Prue Car announced contracts had…
Have a say on Woy Woy foreshore masterplan
Central Coast Council is inviting feedback on draft concept designs for the Woy Woy Foreshore Masterplan, now on public exhibition. The masterplan is a long-term plan to enhance open spaces,…