Moving Flakelar sculpture outrageous
I knew John Flakelar, the designer of the fountain, and other leaders behind the original development of Kibble Park – John Phillips, Malcolm Brooks, Peter Turnbull and Kevin Booth, together…
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Opinions divided about plans for Turo Reserve
The Wagstaffe to Killcare Community Association (WTKCA) is seeking community feedback on the proposed revamp of the Turo Reserve Playspace at Pretty Beach. WTKCA said they will pass on any…
Off-leash dog areas worthy of discussion
Forum – Council’s dog ownership policy and companion animal working group are, once again, examples of councils undemocratic attitude to ratepayers. Who makes up this group or committee? Are they…
Demolition of Woy Woy Playground now on hold
The planned demolition of the Woy Woy Wharf Playground has now been put on hold after community backlash sparked a fierce outcry from families and local businesses. In a dramatic…
Small local parks included in Draft Playspace Strategy
The Save Central Coast Reserves group is heaving a sigh of relief after Central Coast councillors voted on June 9 to include smaller local parks and playgrounds in the Draft…
Small parks and playgrounds at risk
Five years after thousands of residents stood up against Gosford Council’s planned sell-off of 25 local reserves and playgrounds, community group Save Central Coast Reserves is afraid many of the…
Parks & Reserves closed – Saturday Jan 4
Some National Parks and all Central Coast Council bushland reserves, picnic areas and walking tracks are closed due to the current bush fires and weather conditions. Additionally, all Council Cemeteries…
Community campaign results in land sale strategy being abandoned
A 12 month community campaign has won its battle to stop the reclassification and potential sale of 25 community reserves and parks across the city of Gosford. Mr Ian Reynolds,…
Public meeting regarding council sell off
A public meeting will be held to bring together groups and residents who are opposed to the loss of local reserves, parks and greenspaces through Gosford Council’s “sell off of…