Central Coast Council has appointed Luke Nicholls as its new Director Environment and Planning, following an extensive recruitment process.

You’re invited to celebrate NAIDOC Week with us at our annual flag raising ceremony and free community breakfast from 9.30am on Monday 7 July, outside Council at 2 Hely St, Wyong.NAIDOC Week runs from 6 to 13 July and 2025 marks the significant milestone of 50 years honouring and elevating Indigenous voices, culture, and resilience.

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The completion of lighting and facility upgrades at Terrigal BMX track was officially marked today with a site visit by Member for Robertson Dr Gordon Reid MP, Council Mayor Lawrie McKinna, Councillor Sharon Walsh, Councillor Belinda Neal and representative from Terrigal BMX Club Luke Birch.Delivered by Central Coast Council and funded by the Australian Government through the Investing in Our Communities Program, the $210,000 project includes new LED lighting, a covered structure adjacent to the clubhouse, refurbished bathrooms and canteen, sandstone block seating and landscaped spectator areas, new access paths and sustainable features such as a water refill station and stormwater drainage.Central Coast Council Director Community and Recreation Services, Melanie Smith said the upgrades make the precinct safer, more accessible and better equipped for riders, spectators and the wider community.“These improvements respond directly to how the space is used, from daily training and weekend riding to hosting large-scale events,” Ms Smith said.“Upgraded amenities and lighting support year-round use, while the new covered area creates a much-needed space for coaching, events and shelter from weather.”The Federal Member for Robertson, Dr Gordon Reid MP said he was pleased to be part of a government that is committed to delivering vital community infrastructure. “This Federal funding ensures our local kids have the facilities needed to engage in positive participation,” Dr Reid said.“Terrigal BMX is fantastic local organisation, and these upgrades will ensure they can meet growing demand.