IPART to investigate councils’ financial modelling
The NSW Government has asked the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) to investigate and report on the financial model for councils in NSW. The draft Terms of Reference sets…
Council
Bowling club remains under a cloud
The cloud over Gosford Bowling Club continues to grow, with Central Coast Council pushing ahead with its plan to reclassify the land from community to operational. Council says the move…
Proposal to expand COSS to north of region
Competing land proposals around Warnervale Airport came under the spotlight at Central Coast Council’s February 27 meeting. Council’s advisory committee on the Coastal Open Space System (COSS) put forward a…
Update on water and sewer plan
Central Coast Council has delivered an update on the Water and Sewer Delivery Plan 2022-2026. The bi-annual report highlights the key achievements across July to December 2023 under three focus…
Mountain bike plan and Winney Bay walk put on hold
Two controversial Central Coast Council projects have been put on the backburner – and will be dealt with after the September local government election puts 15 councillors back in control…
Pause land reclassification, urges CEN
Central Coast Council is forging ahead with the reclassification of 10 Council-owned properties from community land to operational land despite a push from the Community Environment Network (CEN) to defer…
Council updates hardship and debt recovery policy
Central Coast Council has updated its Hardship and Debt Recovery Policy. One person responded with criticisms when the policy was put on public exhibition for 60 days recently. Council said…
Have your say on Public Art Plan
Central Coast Council is calling on the community to complete a short survey to help inform the development of a new 10-year Public Art Plan. The survey is the first…
New home for 3 Villages group
The 3 Villages Community Group (3VCG) has secured custodianship of the Saratoga Community Hall for five years. President Taia Sansom signed the lease on February 13, giving the community group…
Council pilots new performance program
Central Coast Council is calling for artists to present and develop new performance work in its Performance Illuminated pilot program. The program, to be run in Council-owned and operated theatre…
Homes to be auctioned over unpaid rates
Public auctions of homes being sold for unpaid rates and Council charges will take place on February 27 and 28 at the Council chambers in Hely St, Wyong. Originally 75…
Terrigal Lagoon opening
In response to the recent heavy rainfall and rising water levels, Central Coast Council is set to mechanically open Terrigal Lagoon tonight, Friday, February 16, to mitigate flooding by aligning…
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…
Criticism of sewer connection survey
Residents living without being connected to the Coast’s water and sewer services are critical of a Council survey they were asked to complete, saying it is biased and misleading. One…
Council’s latest DA briefs
Forward planning for air show An application has been lodged with Central Coast Council for Paul Bennet Airshows to continue staging the annual air show at Central Coast Airport at…
Canton Beach restoration set to begin
Sandstone log restoration works and upgrades will commence at Canton Beach Thursday, February 15, to restore and enhance the usability of the beach, improve safety and help prevent erosion. Central…
Have your say on outdoor trading policy
Business owners are being invited to give their feedback on Central Coast Council’s proposed Outdoor Trading Specification for outside dining and street vending. The Draft Central Coast Local Approvals Policy…
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…
Water sniffer dogs help find leaks
Central Coast Council’s Water and Sewer division has embarked on an innovative journey with a trio of furry helpers to address the challenge of water and sewer leaks. Enter Joey…
Encouraging more visitors to the Coast
The Central Coast is set for increased visitation and a further boost to the local economy with new digital content to attract visitation to lesser-known areas of the region. The…