Road maintenance and construction are part of the essential services Central Coast Council is continuing to deliver during COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and one of the major projects underway is an upgrade of the intersection of Bryant Drive and Lake Road, Tuggerah.The $1.9million project will improve access to Tuggerah Station and the Central Coast Regional Sporting and Recreation Complex and increase vehicle and pedestrian safety.Council Director Roads Transport Drainage and Waste, Boris Bolgoff said the works would deliver significant improvements to the high-traffic location.“This project also includes the provision of a pedestrian facility in Bryant Drive, and construction of new footpaths that will link to existing footpaths,” Mr Bolgoff said.“Tuggerah Station and surrounds is an important and busy location, particularly for the many community members who commute.“The impressive new Central Coast Regional Sporting and Recreation Complex has made this location even more popular.“The works we are undertaking will make it easier to access these important facilities.”Mayor Lisa Matthews said this upgrade was one of many road maintenance and construction projects Council is delivering during this difficult time.“COVID-19 has changed our lives in unimaginable ways but Council has been resolute in our commitment to delivering essential services for our community and this includes a host of large and small road projects,” Mayor Matthews said.“These works will greatly assist our large sporting community in travelling to our fantastic new Regional Sporting and Recreation Complex once sporting events can resume.“Tuggerah Station is also used regularly by many members of our community – the upgrade of the intersection will ensure we can accommodate vehicle and pedestrian demand now and into the future.”Partial road closures will be in place during works – Bryant Drive, from the Super Centre entrance to Tuggerah Station carpark, and Lake Road, from Bryant Drive to the Central Coast Regional Sporting Complex.Traffic control will be in place and vehicles and pedestrians able to pass through under direction.
Council unveils long-term economic vision for public consultationCouncil are calling for public comment on the Draft Economic Development Strategy 2020-2040 and Economic Recovery and Resilience Framework which reflect on the changing economic conditions of the Central Coast accelerated by the impacts of COVID-19.The draft Economic Development Strategy reiterates the long-term objective that by 2040, the Central Coast will welcome nearly 88,000 new residents, grow the economy by over $21 Billion, and create over 72,000 new jobs from the pre-COVID-19 baseline.
Central Coast Council Library branches at Erina, Tuggerah, Bateau Bay and Umina Beach are open to the public from today, Monday 1 June offering limited services to ensure staff are able to keep customers safe in line with the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, and while refurbishments undertaken at some branches during closure can be completed.Council Director Connected Communities, Julie Vaughan, said Council is taking a staged approach to reopening branches and in-branch services.“Our ‘Select and Collect’ service for pre-ordered items will be available Monday to Friday, 10am-2pm to ensure compliance with current social distancing requirements.
It might look a little different this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but Central Coast Council is still celebrating National Library and Information Week this year in an online extravaganza.The week (25-31 May) is designed to promote the range of services that libraries offer to their local area.
Central Coast Council’s first draft Local Strategic Planning Statement (LSPS), which will play a pivotal role in shaping the region’s future, is now on public exhibition for the community to have their say.The LSPS explains how state and regional plans such as the Central Coast Regional Plan 2036 will be implemented in the Central Coast region.
Central Coast Council has marked an exciting moment for the future of the Central Coast’s water supply, as the first pipes are laid to mark the start of construction of the Mardi to Warnervale Pipeline.Mayor Matthews said the 9km pipeline project is incredibly significant for our Coast as it will provide water to the expanding northern growth corridor and enhance the water supply network for the entire region.“Council is investing over $61million in this pipeline project, making it one of the largest single investments in the future security of our region’s water supply and a project we can be very proud of," Mayor Matthews said.Council Director of Water and Sewer, Jamie Loader said managing our valuable water supply is a key priority for Council and this project is a prime example of how we are delivering essential infrastructure for the people of the Central Coast.“Recent conditions including extreme weather events and water restrictions that have faced our community and indeed communities across our state and nation, bring into sharp focus how important water security and water resilience is for everyone,” Mr Loader said.“The Mardi to Warnervale Pipeline will ensure a stable long-term water supply to new and growing areas in the north of the region to support anticipated levels of growth and development we need to deliver as part of the Central Coast Regional Plan 2036.“In addition, we will see an enhancement in bulk water transfers between ourselves and the Hunter which enables better planning for future water resourcing for both regions."The complex project has been developed over the past six years including close and ongoing consultation with the community to ensure we understand and manage the impacts of this project during the construction and commissioning phases.“Extensive investigations, design and planning have been undertaken to ensure the construction is delivered using the best technology available, including innovative trenchless construction techniques that will ensure sensitive environmental areas are protected,” Mr Loader said.“During the current COVID-19 crisis, our construction and field services crews continue to deliver essential services to the community.
Central Coast Council is continuing to deliver for the region during the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic with a Water Play Park at the Peninsula Leisure Centre (PLC) - one of the exciting new projects now underway.Over $1 million will be invested to deliver the interactive water-based play and education space, which is proudly funded by the NSW Government with $850,000 from the Stronger Country Communities fund and over $200,000 from Council.Council Director Connected Communities, Julie Vaughan said the water park would be accessible to all Central Coast Community members.“Our community has told us they would like to see the outdoor space within the PLC better utilised and we’ve listened,” Ms Vaughan said.“This new Water Play Park can be enjoyed upon entry to the PLC – we expect it to attract community members from the Peninsula and across the Coast, and of course visitors to our beautiful region.“The design selected is focused on creating a safe, water-based play space that can be accessed by people of all ages and abilities for fun and education.”The nautical themed Water Play Park includes a tipping bucket, interactive (cause and effect) features, shade sail, in-built filtration system and zero depth (for safety and accessibility).Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW, John Barilaro congratulated Central Coast Council on getting shovels in the ground and said the water park would become a treasured asset for people living in or visiting the region.“The NSW Government knows how important it is to support our regional communities with new facilities and better infrastructure and that’s why we funded this important project under the Stronger Country Communities Fund,” Mr Barilaro said.The $400 million Stronger Country Communities Fund is part of the NSW Government’s $1.7 billion Regional Growth Fund, which is being invested in local programs and infrastructure that improve the lives of people living in regional NSW.Mayor Lisa Matthews said the Water Play Park is one of many projects Council will deliver during the current difficult situation.“COVID-19 has changed all our lives in unimaginable ways but Council is getting on with the job of delivering essential services and important projects whilst adhering to State and Federal legislation and physical distancing requirements,” Mayor Matthews said.“We’ve listened to our community and will deliver an exciting new Water Play Park that will contribute to several of the objectives outlined in our Strategic Plan ‘One – Central Coast’ including creating liveable cities and healthy lifestyles for our growing community.”Construction of the Water Play park commenced in April 2020 and is expected to be completed by the end June 2020.