Central Coast Council has a huge two months of events and activities planned to help bring Town Centres back to life with the new reIMAGINE Festival aimed to support local businesses and creatives. The festival will take place from December 2021 to January 2022 with a range of exciting programs across Gosford, Wyong, Woy Woy, Toukley, Terrigal, and The Entrance.The reIMAGINE Festival program will include:Christmas activations delivered across the Coast throughout December including Christmas decorations and installations, festive workshops, Christmas themed photo booths and roving entrainment.NYE celebrations will look a little different this year, however The Entrance will still host fireworks at 9pm.
Central Coast Council is in talks with the State Government on the sale of the Gosford Administration Building with a view to having a Memorandum of Understanding in place by the end of the year. CEO David Farmer said that negotiations were underway and should a sale proceed it would be a positive outcome benefitting the community and contributing to the revitalisation of Gosford.
THE HON PAUL FLETCHER MPMinister for Communications, Urban Infrastructure, Cities and the ArtsLUCY WICKS MPFederal Member for RobertsonRICK HART ADMINISTRATORCentral Coast Council-------------------------------------------------------------------MEDIA RELEASE The Central Coast community is invited to provide feedback on plans to upgrade the intersection at Ocean Beach and Rawson Road, Woy Woy. The $32.56 million upgrade is one of 29 projects to be delivered by Central Coast Council through the Central Coast Roads Package.
Central Coast Council is inviting the community to provide their feedback on what makes up the unique character of Toukley, Canton Beach, Noraville and Norah Head, as part of developing local character statements for these suburbs. Local character statements are being developed by Council in line with NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment guidelines and will be incorporated into local development controls. Council Administrator, Rik Hart said that the development of local character statements will help inform future planning decisions and development assessments. “As Toukley, Canton Beach, Noraville and Norah Head continue to grow and evolve, it’s important to understand what people value about their suburbs and what they want maintained or changed,” Mr Hart said.“We want to know what makes these suburbs unique and gives them their local character – from their natural landscape and built environment through to the people, history, culture and tradition.“By understanding this, we can ensure the local character of these suburbs remains at the forefront of local planning decisions.“Whether you live, work or play in Toukley, Canton Beach, Noraville and Norah Head, we want to hear from you.”Community members can provide their feedback until 5pm, Wednesday 9 February 2022 by visiting yourvoiceourcoast.com
Central Coast Council will soon commence construction to transform the Visitor Information Centre at The Entrance to an interactive, multipurpose facility.The Visitor Information Centre is an iconic site on the Central Coast, used regularly by locals and visitors alike.
Central Coast Council will hold an extraordinary meeting 20 December 2021 in accordance with Section 366 of the Local Government Act 1993.Date: Monday 20 December 2021Time: 4pmLocation: Wyong Council ChambersAgenda items:1.
Central Coast Council is once again working with the NSW Police Force, the Tuggerah Lakes and Brisbane Waters Liquor Accords, Central Coast Domestic Violence Committee and high-profile authors to start important conversations about domestic abuse.The Central Coast has the second-highest number of domestic violence assaults in NSW* and the impact of COVID-19 has made seeking help more difficult.
Central Coast Council Administrator, Mr Rik Hart has today released his submission-in-reply provided to the Commissioner leading the Public Inquiry into Central Coast Council, following the conclusion of the public hearings.Mr Hart said his submission-in-reply outlines eight recommendations for the Commissioner’s consideration.
Community Events and Place Activation Grant Program 2021-22Council has approved the recommendation to allocate $287,137.56 for the Community Events and Place Activation Grant Program with 29 successful applications.The Community Events and Place Activation Grant Program is designed to support the community to deliver community events and activities that activate spaces and places to complement activity around town centres, foreshores, lakes and open spaces for families, community and visitors.The Community Events and Place Activation Grant Program for 2021-22 has a total budget of $300,000 and is funded through existing and approved Operational Plan budgets.Council Administrator, Rik Hart said COVID impacted everyone’s ability to host community events and this funding is perfectly timed as we move out of restrictions and re-connect as a community.“I’m pleased this funding will support these organisations to deliver a range of exciting, meaningful and fun events and programs for the local community and to activate our region”There are 29 Community Events and Place Activation applications which have been endorsed for funding under the program:5 Lands Walk is the annual 10km walkWoytopia Festival 2022The 2nd Annual Coastal Twist LGBTQIA Arts & Culture FestivalDavistown Putt Putt Regatta & Wooden Boat FestivalYouth Sail NSW combined sailing regatta event and coaching clinicThe 49th Wyong District Garden Competition2022 Central Coast Pro QS3000 is one of the four key events that comprise the NSW Pro Surf SeriesLove Your Earth FestivalSpencer Place Activation is a one-day heritage festival in Spencer showcasing the historical significance of the village, river and its shorelines through storytelling, excursions, river tours, exhibition and celebration feastThe 6th Girrakool Blues Festival held from 13–15 May 2022Long Jetty FestivalWalk from Kincumber to Davistown along the Shipbuilders Memorial Path with historical displays en-routeTwilight Markets at Terrigal2022 Bay to Bay Running FestivalActivate Mooney Mooney ecotourism is a free event that showcases the local oyster industry on the Hawkesbury RiverOcean Beach Surf Life Saving Club celebrating 100 yearsAvenue Q is an immersive theatre show that brings together performers of diverse backgrounds to work collaboratively to create performances that highlight social issuesNSW Rugby Union Under 10 and 11 State Gala CompetitionThe Ella 7’s is a Rugby competition event delivered in conjunction with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community, NSWRU and Rugby AustraliaEmployment NOW 2022 is a Youth Education and Careers ExpoCentral Coast Soccer Cup is a soccer tournament for boys and girls of all ages to be held at the Central Coast Regional Sporting & Recreation Complex over 3 daysCentury Charity Cycle Ride is a community Cycle Event including 18km,50km & 100km options for cyclists.