Gosford Library’s future debated – but few can watch it unfold
Room for six extra people only and technical limitations mean no Livestream.
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Thirteen Coast playspaces to get a makeover
Thirteen playspaces across the Central Coast will be renewed as part of the Central Coast Playspace Strategy with construction taking place between January and June 2025. Central Coast Council Director…
Council sets record straight on parking trailers
Central Coast Council has clarified regulations relating to the parking of caravans, campers, boats and trailers on public streets following several complaints from readers. One resident claims that some people…
Deep dive into digital skills from Council
Central Coast Council’s Destination Central Coast is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from eligible local tourism businesses to participate in round three of the Digital Deep Dive. The upskilling program…
Slow DA times threaten housing target
The Hunter and Central Coast are performing well on housing delivery compared to other regions in NSW, but there are significant opportunities to further accelerate development and support population growth,…
More global recognition for Council
The Central Coast region has once again been selected as a finalist in the internationally recognised Green Destinations Story Awards for 2024, after taking out first place in the Destination…
Council convicted over Narara Creek sewage leak
Central Coast Council has been convicted of two offences relating to the discharge of raw sewage into Narara Creek in 2023 after pleading guilty in the Land and Environment Court….
Community grants will help enhance Central Coast
Central Coast Council has awarded funding to 42 local community groups, non-profit organisations and businesses through the annual Community Grants Program to support projects that positively impact the Central Coast…
All rise – the mayor is in the room
Local Government Minister wants greater transparency to increase community confidence.
New councillor vindicated in seawall debate
Lamont was told she hadn’t done her homework too well by Deputy Mayor Doug Eaton. Turns out, she had.
Wright launches survey on local roads
Central Coast Councillor Jared Wright has launched a survey for residents across the region, so they can share their concerns and have their say on local roads. It comes as…
Identifying water and sewer priorities
Central Coast Council has identified the top priorities for its water and sewer services, as outlined in 2024 Community Engagement Outcomes Report recently published on Council’s website. Director of Water…
Council closures over Christmas period
Central Coast Council offices will be closed over the Christmas and New Year holiday period from Monday, December 23 to Friday, January 3, and re-open on Monday, January 6. Council’s…
A Council-led forum will focus on developers
An opportunity for council to lead; engage with the development sector, partner with NSW Govt and build a foundation for the future.
Castles loses control of library review
Councillor Kyla Daniels took control by putting herself and two Liberals up as the first three members of a six member committee.
Council backs people with disability
Central Coast Council celebrated International Day of People with Disability on December 3, promoting understanding, acceptance and inclusion for people with disabilities in our community. As part of its ongoing…
Regional library powers ahead
Construction of the Regional Library in Gosford is now well past the halfway mark following the recent completion of the third, and final, suspended floor slab. Central Coast Mayor Lawrie…
Reports on Council’s water and sewer performance
Central Coast Council’s bi-annual Water and Sewer Delivery Plan Progress Report (January–June 2024) and Annual Water and Sewer Performance Report 2023/2024 are now available on Council’s website, providing detailed results…
Cutting down on referrals to planning panel
A modest change said one councillor; an unnecessary change countered another.
CEO gets permission to sign helicopter lease
A lease for a helicopter business could be executed before councillors adopt the Warnervale Airport masterplan.