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Central Coast Council has secured $183,231 to progress the region’s first Special Entertainment Precinct trial in Gosford.The funding has been provided through the NSW Government’s Special Entertainment Precinct Kickstart Grant Program, which supports councils to set sound conditions and trading hours to support live music, performance and late-night businesses.Council Acting Mayor, John Mouland said establishing a Special Entertainment Precinct in Gosford is an important step forward for the region’s future.“This is a great win for Gosford and the whole region,” Acting Mayor Mouland said.“We are very grateful to the NSW Government for this support, which will help us take an important step forward in shaping a vibrant and welcoming city centre.“When we invest in our city centre, it flows through to local businesses, jobs and opportunities across the Central Coast.“This funding will help us do the groundwork and get it right.

Central Coast Council has released its Regional Economy Strategic Action Plan 2026–2027, outlining what Council will deliver over the next 12 months to drive the region’s economy.The plan is designed to support local jobs, attract new investment and support local industries and businesses to grow, with a focus on revitalising town centres, supporting events and creating more opportunities across the Central Coast.It brings together key actions from Council’s Economic Development Strategy 2026–2030, Destination Management Plan 2026–2029 and Events Strategy 2026–2030 into a clear, coordinated plan.Council Mayor, Lawrie McKinna said the Regional Economy Strategic Action Plan 2026–2027 provides a clear path to strengthen local industries, grow tourism and support vibrant communities across the region.“The Central Coast is a growing region, and it’s important we work together to support our local economy,” Mayor McKinna said.“We’ve brought everything together into one simple plan so we can focus on creating jobs, supporting local businesses and improving our town centres.“We want to make it easier for businesses to operate here and help the Central Coast continue to grow as a place where people choose to live, invest, work and visit.“Working closely with industry, government, education providers and the community will be essential to delivering these actions and supporting our long-term economic growth.”The action plan sets a coordinated, region-wide approach to economic activity and outlines priority initiatives across three key strategies by:•    Supporting priority industries to grow and attract new investment to the region•    Attracting and retaining local talent through strong employment opportunities•    Improving awareness and perception of the Central Coast as a leading visitor destination•    Enhancing visitor experiences in key town centres such as The Entrance, Wyong, Gosford, Terrigal, Woy Woy and Toukley•    Making it easier for event organisers to plan and deliver events on the Central Coast•    Delivering a strong and balanced portfolio of high-quality eventsProgress will be tracked and reported to ensure transparent and accountable delivery for the community.View the plan here

Central Coast Council is inviting the community to have their say on the draft Walking, Wheeling and Cycling Strategy – a long-term plan that will guide how people move around the region over the next 10 years.With more people choosing to walk, wheel or ride for everyday trips, the Strategy outlines how Council will deliver safer crossings, improved shared pathways and stronger connections between local schools, town centres and popular coastal destinations.Council Mayor, Lawrie McKinna said the Walking, Wheeling and Cycling Strategy is about creating safer streets and public spaces where people of all ages and abilities can move around independently and safely across the Central Coast.“Our community has told us that they want safer, more connected routes that are accessible for everyone," Mayor McKinna said.“We want to make it safer and easier for everyone to get around, whether you’re pushing a pram, using a mobility aid or hopping on a bike.

Central Coast Council has launched its Key Enabling Projects 2026: