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…
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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,…
Debris balls found on Coast beaches
Central Coast Council is investigating the nature of debris balls which were found on a number of the region’s beaches on Friday, August 22. The debris balls are currently being…
Have your say on a new look for Toukley
From a new community centre and children’s playspace to upgraded aquatic centre surrounds and improved public spaces, Central Coast Council is asking the community to help shape the future of…
Wamberal erosion issue continues to escalate
Wamberal Beach – or the lack of the sandy beach at Wamberal to be precise – continues to dominate the news and the stories are likely to continue for weeks…
Mystery of metal tree solved
Locals have been scratching their heads (and a few conspiracy theories have blossomed) over the sudden appearance of a concrete and metal tree in Hunter Park at Avoca Beach. But…
Second Avoca Beach parking review underway
Central Coast Council has begun its second review into parking arrangements at Avoca Beach this year, with improvements now being investigated for the Avoca Beach Surf Club carpark. Central Coast…
Diverse creative art projects win coveted commissions
Five local artists from diverse creative disciplines have been awarded commissions through Central Coast Council’s Creative Art Central program. The 2024-25 round of commissions offer collaborative opportunities for the community…
Gosford Bowling Club land reclassified by council will allow it to be sold
The reclassification makes it easier for council to sell or lease these 10 blocks of land.
Plans for desalination plant proceed
Central Coast Council has commenced the next stage of planning for the proposed Toukley Desalination Water Treatment Plant, a key drought response project that would help secure the region’s drinking…
Pelican Time given a new lease on life
A beloved Central Coast attraction has been secured for at least the next two years, with Marine Wildlife Rescue Central Coast getting a contract extension for Pelican Time at The…
Residents’ association calls for more trees
The Peninsula Residents Association (PRA) has welcomed a NSW Government decision to expand the Greening Our City grants program to include regional councils, including the Central Coast, from this year….
Upgrade for Gosford Memorial Park
A new masterplan is to be developed for Gosford Memorial Park, thanks to a $25,000 grant from the State Government’s Metropolitan Greenspaces program. The Government funding will be matched by…
Block of eight townhouses for Blue Bay
Two existing homes on a corner block at Blue Bay will be demolished to make way for a complex of eight double-storey townhouses. The current street address is 39-41 Boomerang…
Highlighting Council’s range of services
Central Coast Council joined councils across NSW to celebrate Local Government Week 2025 from August 4-10. The week is a chance to recognise the essential services that help build strong,…
Upgrade for Tuggerah Library
Tuggerah Library will be closed on Monday, August 11, for refurbishment works co-funded by Central Coast Council and the NSW Government. From August 12-14, library services will be limited to:…