Work starts on Woy Woy wharf
Work has started on temporary modifications to the commercial wharf at Woy Woy, with the main wharf redevelopment due to start in June. The first stage will see the construction…
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Somersby recycling business to double its processing capacity
A recycling business at Somersby has taken its first steps to get State Government approval to double its processing capacity to 120,000 tonnes per year, at the same time as…
‘Character statement’ may be developed for Council wards
Central Coast Council will include “character statements” for each ward if it is successful in its request for a 12-month deferral of Central Coast Council’s Draft Local Strategic Planning Statement….
Additional council closures
In its latest response to the coronavirus pandemic, Central Coast Council has closed all play spaces, outdoor fitness equipment, skate parks and waste management facilities in the region, in line…
Seven local projects receive council funding
Almost $30,000 has been allocated to seven local projects by Central Coast Council. Council voted on March 23 to allocate $27,697 to seven projects which met the criteria for support…
Major planning documents deferred
The development industry has slammed Central Coast Council, after councillors voted at their March 23 meeting to defer public exhibition of its Draft Local Strategic Planning Statement for as long…
Public comment on draft Economic Development Strategy deferred
Council has voted to defer public comment on a draft Economic Development Strategy. Mayor Lisa Matthews said it was crucial that the community have its say on both the Local…
Facilities Leasing and Licencing Policy on public exhibition
Community groups and residents who use community facilities are urged to check out a new draft Facilities Leasing and Licencing Policy which is on public exhibition until May 14. The…
Council to tender for after hours call service
Central Coast Council will tender for an After Hours Call Centre Service, deciding it was a cheaper option than to bring the service in-house. The decision was made at the…
Council waste facilities close to public
Central Coast Council has announced access restrictions to council waste facilities for the public, commencing Monday March 30. From Monday both Woy Woy and Buttonderry waste management facilities will be closed to the public,…
Draft budget on public exhibition but doesn’t include coronavirus
Central Coast Council has forecast a deficit of $32.5M next financial year in its operational plan for 2020-21, but has recognised that significant adjustments may need to be made in…
Council calls on Federal and State Governments for direct economic stimulus
Central Coast Council will call on the Federal and State Governments to direct economic stimulus packages to local government in response to the global COVID-19 pandemic. Mayor Lisa Matthews said…
Council elections postponed until September 2021
Central Coast Mayor, Lisa Matthews, has described a State Government decision to defer the local government elections for one year as “sensible”, considering the current environment. Local Government Minister, Shelley…
Council announces shutdown of non-essential services
[Monday 23, 2020] Central Coast Council will close for public access the administration buildings at Wyong and Gosford, libraries, leisure centres, gyms, pools, the Gosford Regional Gallery, Edogawa Commemorative Garden,…
Two motions put to the National General Assembly of Local Government
Cats of Australia stand accused of killing wildlife and not only do Central Coast Councillors have them in their sights, but they want a unified national approach. The Council has…
Internal Ombudsman’s report to date back to 2012
Real estate agent and The Entrance Ward independent Central Coast councillor, Bruce McLachlan, wants to know what skeletons are in the cupboard before making up his mind about whether to…
Mystery dumping charge not explained
Central Coast Council has reassured residents that weighbridges at its waste management facilities are regularly maintained and calibrated, following concerns raised by Green Point resident, Ron Clark, who says staff…
Council announces a number of changes to many services
Central Coast Council has announced a number of changes to services in view of the coronavirus pandemic. Chief Executive Officer, Gary Murphy, said Council’s priority was the health of staff…
No public forum or attendance at next Council meeting
There will be no public forum or attendance at the Central Coast Council meeting on March 23 in view of the coronavirus situation. Mayor, Lisa Matthews, has called an Extraordinary…
Local procurement policy adopted
A new local procurement policy from Central Coast Council will give local businesses a better chance to compete for council tenders. The council adopted the new policy at its March…