Calls for more affordable housing ramp up
Pacific Link Housing has ramped up calls for more affordable and key-worker housing following the recent release of the 2022 State of Affordable Housing on the Central Coast report. Pacific…
Real Estate
Cost of valuing land to soar
The Valuer General has proposed increasing by up to 38 per cent the cost to Central Coast Council for land valuation services. It is the cost of providing the service…
Private road owners fight off proposed restrictions in court win
Business groups are hoping new councillors will bring in an era of quicker development approvals.
Businesses seek progressive regional agenda from new Council
Business calls for bold and visionary leadership – and less red tape.
Prime Minister Albanese set to buy a local house
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is in the process of acquiring a clifftop property on the Central Coast, where fiancée Jodie Haydon’s family has deep roots. The property, located in a…
“Affordable” Coast gaining popularity among first home buyers
The Central Coast is proving to be a top choice for first home buyers with suburbs in two postcode areas – 2259 and 2250 – making the list of top…
Demystifying Aboriginal land rights
The Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) will be holding an online presentation entitled Demystifying Aboriginal Land Rights in NSW on Thursday, October 24. It will unpack Aboriginal land rights…
Oasis Caravan Park owners committed to units plan
The site is designated as a State Significant Development by the State Planning Department.
Buying land as an alternative entry into home ownership
As the value of established property has been rising strongly over the past few years some homebuyers might be drawn to considering vacant land and building as an alternative due…
Ready’s at Doyalson the newest go-to venue on the Coast
After four months of planning and development, the newest social hotspot, Ready’s Bar, has opened its doors at The Doylo. Ready’s has casual dining and entertainment with funky play spaces…
Kincumber residents concern over tree removal
A group of Kincumber residents concerned about the possible removal of trees in their neighbourhood plan will meet with Central Coast Council staff to discuss the issue this week. Residents…
Taking guesswork out of knockdown/rebuild process
It is now easier for those considering the knockdown and rebuilding of a home to plan, build, and move in, with comprehensive information on the process added to the popular…
Realtors start new business in Summerland Point and Charmhaven
Real estate experts Kurt Bratby and Sean Pratt have opened the doors to their new Ray White Summerland Point / Charmhaven office. This move marks a significant step forward for…
Public comment open for two sections of proposed Wamberal seawall
Wamberal Protection Association wants a long term solution to defend properties from coastal erosion.
Sarah’s new radio show ‘Your Home’
Excitement is mounting as the beloved voice of Sarah King returns to radio with her brand-new Saturday morning show, Your Home, set to debut on September 28 at 10am on…
College $5M upgrade for more students
Mackillop Catholic College at Woongarrah will undergo a major building redevelopment of more than $5M to accommodate an increase in students and staff. Plans have been submitted to Central Coast…
Boost for beer brewing business
A new light industrial complex is planned and an established beer brewing business is looking to value-add to its operations in the thriving North Wyong industrial and enterprise precinct. The…
Killcare’s mobile black spots to continue
Killcare’s mobile phone black spot to continue – a decade after the first calls to fix it.
Ecovillage on track with lowering emissions
Narara Ecovillage is producing 40 per cent less carbon emissions than the average Central Coast household, with a target of achieving a 75 per cent reduction for 2030. “We still…
Business leaders tackle housing crisis
Business NSW Central Coast recently hosted a highly anticipated NSW Premier’s Lunch, where the region’s housing affordability crisis took centre stage. With special guests Premier Chris Minns and Minister for…