Second year of budget surplus for Council
The 2022-23 financial results for Central Coast Council show a second year of budget surpluses following two years of losses during the financial crisis that put the Coast under administration…
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Brooks slams water and sewer performance
A performance report into Central Coast Council’s Water and Sewer organisation has been slammed by resident Kevin Brooks, who highlighted nine decreases in performance but a summary that talked about…
Collect free graffiti removal kit at libraries
Residents and businesses are eligible to collect an environmentally friendly graffiti removal kit courtesy of Central Coast Council. The kits are available from all local libraries as well the Gosford…
Kibble Park redesign set to begin
Design work on a major upgrade of Kibble Park in the heart of the Gosford CBD is set to begin, after Central Coast Council adopted the Kibble Park Place Plan…
Planning group blasts draft Infrastructure Contribution Plan
Central Coast Council’s Draft Local Infrastructure Contribution Plan is the latest example of residents and ratepayers being “kept in the dark and fed peanuts”, according to the Central Coast Community…
Improving sewer services at Davistown, Tacoma and St Hubert’s Island
Central Coast Water and Sewer has been refurbishing vacuum sewer systems at Davistown, Tacoma and St Hubert’s Island as part of Council’s commitment to maintaining quality water and sewer infrastructure…
Tackling odour at Bateau Bay sewage plant
The $35M upgrade to Bateau Bay Sewage Treatment Plant is one step closer with the contract to upgrade odour facilities awarded to Gongues Constructions. This contract is for the design…
Time running out to nominate for Australia Day award
Time is running out for residents to nominate an outstanding individual or community group for a Central Coast Council Australia Day Award. Award categories include: Community Group – recognises the…
Have your say on region’s future
Central Coast Council is inviting feedback to help further inform the next iteration of the Central Coast Community Strategic Plan (CSP) and the Local Strategic Planning Statement (LSPS). Director of…
Reclassifying land from operational to community
Central Coast Council is inviting residents to have their say on a proposal that will see 80 lots of land across the local government area reclassified from operational to community….
Creatives set to brighten up Toukley
Central Coast Council is continuing to provide opportunities for local creatives to shine by showcasing their skills, art and talents in the next Creative Spaces program announced for 2023 and…
More controversy over Dogs in Open Spaces plan
The latest iteration of Central Coast Council’s draft Dogs in Open Space Action Plan has certainly put the cat amongst the pigeons. Although Administrator Rik Hart says he is trying…
Pensioner rates rebates available
Eligible pensioners on the Central Coast and across NSW can now apply for a rebate on their Council rates to help with the rising cost of living. An annual concession…
New design for Pelican Park to incorporate best of previous options
Final designs for the revamp of Pelican Park at Woy Woy are set to be made public by the end of the year, incorporating elements from both options presented during…
Council’s new Community Engagement Plan
Central Coast Council has launched an annual Community Engagement Plan 2023-24 which will include progress reports to Council as part of the Operational Plan. The Community Engagement Plan seeks to…
Be water wise, urges Council
In the wake of World Water Week (August 20-24) and with severe fire predictions for the coming summer season, Central Coast Council is asking residents to be water wise and…
Council walks the talk on affordable housing
Central Coast Council is pushing ahead to deliver the next stage of its ground-breaking Central Coast Affordable and Alternative Housing Strategy. Council resolved at its August 22 meeting to progress…
Library contract awarded to local construction company
The construction contract for the new Gosford Regional Library has been awarded to local company North Construction & Building, with local sub-contractors to be employed, keeping money local and supporting…
Flood study for Somersby and Kariong
Central Coast Council has commenced its Somersby and Kariong Catchments Overland Flood Study and is calling on residents to participate in an online survey to help provide a better understanding…
Understanding our flood risk through new online tool
Central Coast Council has developed online flood risk tools and updated flood and emergency planning information to help residents understand their own flood risk and be adequately prepared to respond….