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No grants = no money = no stage two

September 20, 2025 by Merilyn Vale

A staff report recommends Council keep applying for government grants to build stage two of the Regional Sporting and Recreation Complex. But without spending any council money on more design work. In July the councillors asked the CEO to report back to the September Meeting (tick) on the design, costing and funding opportunities for the Indoor Centre being Stage two of the … [Read more...] about No grants = no money = no stage two

Spring into action

September 15, 2025 by Merilyn Vale

A guide to the Coast's outdoor places and spaces Looking for a new way to get out-and about to stay active or socialise?  Central Coast Council has put together a list of all its community places and spaces for all interests, ages and abilities.Click on the links below to get more information on all of these topics. Playspaces Beaches Boat ramps, jetties, and … [Read more...] about Spring into action

Panel rejects seawall for three Wamberal Beach blocks

September 12, 2025 by Merilyn Vale

A plan for the construction of coastal protection works and stairs on private property at Wamberal Beach has been rejected by the Hunter Central Coast Planning Panel. It's not one of the Wamberal Protection Association's three seawall proposals to cover the whole Wamberal embayment but a smaller application to cover 85, 87 and 89 Ocean View Drive at Wamberal. It has been … [Read more...] about Panel rejects seawall for three Wamberal Beach blocks

It’s Local Government Week

August 6, 2025 by Merilyn Vale

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

Children’s picture book a winner

June 7, 2025 by Merilyn Vale

Council was awarded top honour for Community Partnerships population over 150,000 - for the Every Day I Like To Play children's book. The book was developed to promote respectful relationships and break down gendered stereotypes of traditional roles within the home.Mayor Lawrie McKinna said the award reflects Council’s ongoing commitment to delivering meaningful, … [Read more...] about Children’s picture book a winner

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MacMasters Beach temporary coastal protection back on agenda

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Helicopter business goes to Melbourne

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Councillors call on Premier to declare an emergency

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Budget and operational plan for public exhibition

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