Top three stories: Gosford Library will not be demolished. One Central Coast Beach will be free of shart nets this summer but which one is not yet known. No new plan for Wamberal Beach with Cr Doug Eaton's motion voted down. See all stories in 20 posts uploaded on Facebook as the meeting unfolded on August 26. … [Read more...] about August meeting
All rise for the Mayor
The State Government on Friday, August 29 released a new Model Code of Meeting Practice for local councils that will come into effect from the start of next year. Changes include new rules of etiquette that "where physically able to, councillors and staff are encouraged to stand when the mayor enters the chamber and when addressing the meeting". The option to attend … [Read more...] about All rise for the Mayor
It’s Local Government Week
Central Coast Council is joining councils across NSW to celebrate Local Government Week 2025 from 4 to 10 August.The week is a chance to recognise the essential services that support daily life and help build strong, connected communities, Council said.Mayor, Lawrie McKinna, said Local Government Week was an opportunity to highlight the many ways local government contributes to … [Read more...] about It’s Local Government Week
Gosford Bowling Club – RIP
Gosford City Bowling Club has died. After a long illness, and surrounded by seemingly uncaring support services that could have saved her, Gosford Bowling Club has finally succumbed to death by a thousand cuts. The final cut was delivered in June when Central Coast Council refused to give the bowlers seven days a week access to the facilities, meaning some tournaments could not … [Read more...] about Gosford Bowling Club – RIP
Shortfall of $10M from federal government
The federal government reduced the amount of funding it gave Central Coast Council in advance of the new financial year by $10M. While Council will likely get the money this financial year, it means last financial year's financial surplus won't be as much as predicted. For the 2024-25 FY, Council budgeted to receive $31.5M of the annual Financial Assistance Grant … [Read more...] about Shortfall of $10M from federal government
