Council News

In accordance with provisions of the Crown Land Management Act 2016, Central Coast Council gives notice that it proposes to lease out part of Norah Head Tourist Park (Reserve Number 89431), 22 Victoria Street NORAH HEAD.The term of the lease will be for a period of 5 years commencing in August 2026.

We love that our community is passionate about playspaces - we are too!Thank you to the 1,093 community members who shared their views on playspaces in late 2025 through an online survey and interactive activities, in-person pop up sessions or the Access and Inclusion Reference Group workshop. We have carefully reviewed your feedback taking a detailed look at what matters most to you, how playspaces support social connection and play, and how they can continue to evolve to meet local needs and support growth in our region. View the summary of what you said in a snapshot summary. Your feedback helped us to draft a revised Playspace Strategy that will guide how we plan and manage over 270 Central Coast playspaces over the next five years.Go to Your Voice Our Coast to view the Draft Playspace Strategy 2026–30 and tell us what you think by 29 April.  

Our newest Community Champions are The Bikers Hand, led by Mechelle and Tony Davis. These two bike enthusiasts share a passion for charity rides and formed the idea for The Bikers Hand 10 years ago that would go on to become a respected local charity making a difference in the lives of people who need it most.This incredible group also won Council’s Australia Day Community Group Award in 2025, which is testimony to the scope of their outreach work, and their impact in our community. The Bikers Hand works with partners like MasterFoods, San Remo, SheShed, SecondBite, Foodbank to collect donations, and supports over 100 local charities, including Mary Mac’s Place, Vinnies, SafeLink Alliance, Faith in Action Ministries, Reach Homeless Centre, Wildlife Animal Rescue, So Cares, neighbourhood centres, schools and more.They help families stock their kitchens, fill kids’ school lunchboxes, feed pets, assist homeless people, bring joy with presents at Christmas time, raise funds for special causes, assist at community events and so much more.  The Bikers Hand extends a ‘helping hand’ to anyone who needs it, and we’re truly grateful to Tony, Mechelle, the Bikers Hand Board, and their dedicated team of volunteers who are making a significant contribution to our community.The Bikers Hand are very worthy Community Champions, and they have our gratitude and appreciation.

What you need to knowCentral Coast Council offices will be closed over the Easter long weekend from close of business on Thursday 2 April 2026, reopening at 8.30am on Tuesday 7 April 2026.Offices will also be closed for the Anzac Day public holiday on Monday 27 April 2026.During this time:some services will close completelyothers will reopen at different timessome will operate as usual or with adjusted hours.Explore full details on each service below.