More of a say for small business
The Central Coast business community is welcoming the recent launch of the Charter for Small Business. Fulfilling a pre-election commitment from the NSW Government, the Charter gives small business owners…
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Benefits of first homebuyers scheme
More than 200 first homebuyers across the 2250 postcode have been helped into their first home thanks to the NSW Government’s First Home Buyers Assistance Scheme. Member for Gosford Liesl…
Long Jetty Urgent Care Service opens
The Long Jetty Urgent Care Service (UCS) officially opened on February 13, offering expanded health care services 365 days a year from 8am-8pm. Member for The Entrance David Mehan officially…
Money available for greenspace programs
Central Coast Council has welcomed an announcement that the State Government has made $3.25M available to select councils, including ours, for open space projects to improve liveability. Councils in Greater…
Upgrade for Wamberal playspace
Central Coast Council is set to receive $60,000 towards the renewal of the Wamberal Memorial Hall playground thanks to the NSW Government as part of the $37.2M Local Small Commitments…
Highway upgrade at Kariong Hill
The Central Coast Hwy at Kariong Hill is set for a major upgrade this month. The NSW Government is providing $2.5M from the Safer Roads Program to upgrade a section…
Parking to remain free at Wyong Hospital
The State Government has put to rest fears that paid parking could be introduced at Wyong hospital. It was announced on February 2 that free parking would remain in place…
Continuing fight against problem gambling
Member for Wyong and Minister for Gaming and Racing David Harris was at Central Coast Leagues Club on Friday, February 2, to announce that from July 1, venues with more…
War of words over voucher scheme
Minister for the Central Coast and Member for Wyong David Harris has hit back at criticism from Member for Terrigal Adam Crouch over the State Government’s Active and Creative Kids…
New community hall for Norah Head
Central Coast Council has officially opened the new community hall and playground at Norah Head, with a celebration event attended by members of the community. The $1.7M project has been…
New jet ski for The Lakes Beach
The Lakes Beach at Budgewoi is one of 14 beaches in NSW set to receive a new jet ski thanks to a $23M investment in Surf Life Saving NSW (SLSNSW)…
Next steps in getting rid of plastics
Members of the public are being invited to have their say on which plastic items the NSW Government should target to help minimise harm to the environment and human health….
Chamber applauds changes to zoning laws
The Peninsula Chamber of Commerce has welcomed a State Government move to overhaul zoning laws to facilitate new housing, particularly around major transport nodes. “This is great news and comes…
New resource to protect business data
Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch is encouraging Central Cast businesses to take advantage of a new digital resource aimed at helping protect against identity theft and data breaches. Launched by…
More social housing for East Gosford
East Gosford is set to be home to 32 new social and affordable homes thanks to a partnership between the NSW and Federal Governments and Pacific Link Housing. The site…
Rule change a boon for small businesses
Small businesses on the Central Coast have welcomed a major change to State Government procurement rules. Business NSW said the rule change would unlock opportunities for small-to-medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The…
Crackdown on vapes
Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch has welcomed a funding injection of $6.8M from the NSW Government to crack down on the sale of illegal vapes and increase support for vape-addicted…
Road toll cap to begin on January 1
Thousands of Central Coast residents will qualify for toll relief under the $60 toll cap, confirmed in the 2023-24 NSW Budget, to commence on January 1, 2024. Member for Gosford…
Get ready for a hot, dry Summer
With a potentially dangerous bush and grass fire season on our doorstep, the State Government is urging communities on the Central Coast to start to plan and prepare to stay…
Welcome news for Central Coast farmers
Central Coast hinterland farmers will no longer be required to seek planning approval when they operate with more than 100 visitors at a time, under newly amended agritourism policy. Minister…