The State Government has set the minimum and maximum rates Councillors will be able to set for their remuneration from July 1. For the Central Coast, the rate is shown in the screenshots. The minimum is $20,500 up to a maximum of $35,620. The Local Government Act is clear that Councillors and Mayors receive an annual fee, not a wage, with section 251 stating that fees … [Read more...] about How much a councillor will be paid
“Deemed refusals” – the new approval process
One Central Coast Council staff member has 11 development applications (DAs) in the Land and Environment Court, it was revealed at a recent public hearing on planning issues. The staff member was one of two council employees who addressed the State Parliament’s inquiry into the NSW planning system’s ability to cope with the impacts of climate change on the environment and … [Read more...] about “Deemed refusals” – the new approval process
Change the world
The federal government is looking for young people to play a role in shaping government policy and programs. Minister for Youth Dr Anne Aly invited young people from across Australia to apply to be part of the Government’s Youth Steering Committee. “Young people are uniquely placed to help shape practical solutions to the problems they are facing," Dr Aly said. “It’s an … [Read more...] about Change the world
April 23 meeting
Two major community issues dominate the agenda of the April 23 council meeting. First off, it's the draft operational plan and budget for the next financial year. It shows that Council plans to remove the remaining subsidy for the Juniors sports usage fees. Other fees go up by about six per cent. The second big issue is the community responses to the airport … [Read more...] about April 23 meeting
Have your say: Tuggerah cow paddock to 2000+ homes
A plan to allow more than 2000 homes in a new subdivision near Westfield Tuggerah is now open for public comment. The planning proposal, which was first raised at a Council-under-administration meeting in June 2022, would rezone land to allow a range of low to high density homes including townhouses, units, senior living. Council has since received two extensions from the State … [Read more...] about Have your say: Tuggerah cow paddock to 2000+ homes
