What will our councillors be paid?
Central Coast Council Administrator Rik Hart received more than $180,000 in salary and expenses for the last six months of 2023. Tabled at the June Council meeting, the money included…
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Rates to go up by 4.8 per cent on July 1
Rates will rise by 4.8 per cent from July 1, after Central Coast Council adopted its budget and operational plan for the 2024-25 financial year at its June 25 meeting….
Kevin Brooks to run for Council after fiery speech
Kevin Brooks has announced he will stand as a candidate for the September 14 Central Coast Council election. Brooks made the announcement at the public forum prior to the June…
Big changes for water and sewer management
There are big changes in store for water and sewer management in the region, with Central Coast Council set to be removed as a water supply authority under the Water…
Time for quality candidates to declare themselves
EDITORIAL With the recent state budget highlighting significant funding allocations and priorities, the Central Coast faces a critical juncture. Now, more than ever, we need strong, respected voices to step…
Online reports on water and sewer
Central Coast Council has published new Water and Sewer Quarterly Performance Reporting on its website, highlighting the key areas of Council’s water and sewer performance that are important to its…
Maintenance work at skate parks
Central Coast Council has commenced a series of essential maintenance works across six skate parks throughout the region, aimed at ensuring the safety and longevity of the popular community facilities…
Vote no at the referendum
Why is Central Coast Administrator Rik Hart telling local community groups to vote yes in the upcoming referendum to reducing the number of councillors and wards in the local government…
New laws to affect Council staff contracts
Central Coast Council has refused to say how many of its senior staff are affected by the new State Government laws on executive contracts. The State Government has amended the…
Major upgrade for Picnic Point playground
Member for The Entrance David Mehan has welcomed Central Coast Council’s move to consult with the community regarding the Picnic Point playground upgrade. The project will see the existing local…
Importance of candidate forums for upcoming council elections
Editorial The upcoming September Council Elections on the Central Coast mark a significant moment for our community. After many years under administration forced by the State Government, this election presents…
Promoting STEM careers for girls
Professional services company GHD of Tuggerah recently welcomed Wadalba Community School Year 9 and 10 students to their office to promote science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) among high school…
Homelessness project takes out top honour
Central Coast Council’s project The Rough Story: Three Initiatives to Prevent Homelessness was honoured at the NSW Local Government Professionals Australia Awards held in Sydney recently. The Rough Story was…
Council history repeating itself
Is history repeating itself? I noticed a story about water and rates increases (CCN 440) and a few pages further on a story from Central Coast Council CEO David Farmer…
Housing strategy goes to government for endorsement
Central Coast Council’s Local Housing Strategy will go to the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure for endorsement following its adoption at the May 28 Council meeting. It seeks…
Improving safety at Coast beaches
Central Coast Council is planning a range of safety improvements for the region’s beaches ahead of the 2024/25 season. Unit Manager Leisure Beach Safety and Community Services Phil Cantillon said…
Start thinking now about September election
EDITORIAL The local government election on September 14 will be crucial in determining the future direction of Central Coast Council. It will be the first local government election in the…
Holiday rentals make up 10 per cent of housing supply
Holiday rental accommodation takes up as much as 10 per cent of housing on the Central Coast, according to a Local Housing Strategy (LHS), adopted by Administrator Rik Hart at…
Government requirements put strain on council
Rate pegging, cost-shifting and increasingly stringent standards are all posing financial constraints on Central Coast Council, according to Council submissions to two inquiries. One is the Federal Government’s Inquiry into…
New housing target reasonable, says Council
Central Coast Council executives says the NSW Government’s recently announced housing target for the region over the next five years is reasonable but points out that councils have limited influence…