The groyne has to go, says Council
Central Coast Council staff have recommended removing The Entrance Beach Groyne, listing a number of reasons why it should go. These include: increased erosion of the southern shoreline north of…
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Former Wyong councillor Sue Wynn to run in September
The Central Coast Greens have preselected former Wyong Councillor, Sue Wynn, as their lead candidate for the Budgewoi ward in the September 14 Central Coast Council elections. Key issues she…
Free pickleball equipment hire
Central Coast residents are invited to dive into the world of pickleball with free equipment hire, courtesy of a new initiative aimed at getting people active through one of the…
Not much has improved with water and sewer
As Central Coast Council continues to ask the community for feedback on its water and sewer services, a regular customer satisfaction report from the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART)…
Restoration plans for historic Gosford park
Restoration plans are underway to fix deteriorating sandstone elements within the heritage listed Burns Place Park in Gosford. Central Coast Council commissioned Xeriscapes to prepare a Statement of Environmental Effects,…
Wamberal sewer main under repair
Central Coast Council is preparing to replace the sewer rising main on The Entrance Road at Wamberal. Gongues Constructions was successful in being awarded the tender for the works and will…
Retirement cliff looms for local government
Local government jobs face a steep retirement cliff in the next 10 years, according to Simon Kuestenmacher, co-founder of the Demographics Group, who has studied the numbers. In figures from…
Last ditch appeal to Minister over rezonings
An alliance of community groups, representing about 200,000 residents, has called on Planning Minister Paul Scully to reject a Central Coast Council rezoning that they say could destroy at least…
Final council candidate info session
Prospective candidates in the upcoming Central Coast Council election are encouraged to attend a pre-election information session to be held on Tuesday, July 16. The fourth and final information session…
Put a freeze on boredom in holidays
Central Coast Council will run more than 60 free and affordable events at libraries, leisure centres, theatres, Gosford Regional Gallery and outdoor spaces during the July school holidays. The Winter…
Councils’ financial autonomy ebbing away
Local government’s financial autonomy is ebbing away, despite councils being good with money, says Dr Marcus Spiller, founding partner of SGS Economics and Planning. He addressed the 30th National General…
Let’s improve productivity instead of more rate increases
Central Coast Council is at it again – into our wallets for a 4.8 per cent increase in rates. Since this shambles was placed in the hands of an administrator…
Infrastructure in poor condition
Eight per cent of local government infrastructure assets are in poor condition with significant defects. The assets have a limited ability to meet the needs of the community with demand…
Flag-raising ceremony to celebrate NAIDOC Week
Central Coast Council is inviting the community to celebrate NAIDOC Week 2024, at an official flag-raising ceremony and breakfast barbecue on Monday morning, July 8. NAIDOC Week, held across Australia…
State Government takes over waterfront revitalisation
The redevelopment of the Gosford waterfront is now in the hands of the Hunter and Central Coast Development Corporation (HCCDC). The NSW Government has appointed HCCDC to progress its $8.5M…
Still time to give feedback on water and sewer
Central Coast Council is continuing to seek feedback from residents and businesses about its water and sewer services, with business owners invited to give their feedback at a workshop on…
Local government reps converge on Canberra
Local Government representatives from all over the nation have converged on Canberra this week for four days of forums, meetings and a conversation with the Federal Government. Central Coast Council…
Possible reprieve for bowling club
Gosford Bowling Club might have another five years of action if the Leagues Club takes up an offer from Central Coast Council for a final lease over the land. Central…
Second candidate announced for Council election
Stephen Sizer has announced he will stand as a candidate in the September 14 Council election, joining Kevin Brooks on the Ratepayers’ Choice ticket. Sizer currently works as a senior…
Battle of the bands makes triumphant return
Central Coast Council has announced the return of Battle of the Bands, offering young musicians the chance to compete for stardom and prizes. This iconic event, previously held from 2004…