A new self-appointed Central Coast Environmental Advisory Committee has attended its first meeting with the Greater Cities Commissioner for the Central Coast, Robyn Parker, in what they describe as a positive step. The group formed recently in response to the proposed six city concept from Wollongong to Newcastle via three Sydney cities and the Central Coast making up the … [Read more...] about New environment group meets Six Cities Commissioner
Seven July 25 meeting highlights
July 25 meeting highlights Keys to the City 1/ Mariners to get the keys to the city in a civic reception to be held at Leagues Club Park, Gosford, on Saturday, August 5. The won the A League a couple of months ago, remember? Keep your eye out for more details on this to come soon. Diary date 2/ Councillor training will start in October for interested residents. Plan to go … [Read more...] about Seven July 25 meeting highlights
Aboriginal advisory membership announced
A new Aboriginal Advisory Committee (AAC) has been formed to advise Council. The members are: Phillip Bligh – long term local resident, extensive career in various State and Federal Government departments with Aboriginal portfolios. Extensive experience in local creative arts and cultural projects. BJ Duncan – long term local resident with extensive experience with local … [Read more...] about Aboriginal advisory membership announced
Mardi treatment plant upgrade continues
The next phase of the new state-of-the-art Mardi Water Treatment Plant has been locked in with the contract being awarded to Abergeldie Contractors Pty Ltd, Council said on Monday, July 24. The $82.5 million project will not only provide a "significant boost to jobs" but will help secure the region’s water future by providing up to 160 million litres of drinking water every … [Read more...] about Mardi treatment plant upgrade continues
A win for Ourimbah residents
Updated with ORRA member Brian Davies' speech to the June 25 Council-under-administration meeting. Land at 1A Jaques St will return to community ownership with Council buying it from Newcastle Uni for $1, if the administrator agrees on July 25. In recent years, the world war two Nissen hut was disused; the uni wanted to sell the land and dismantle the hut. The … [Read more...] about A win for Ourimbah residents
