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    ‘Good to Very Good’ report for 94% percent of Coast’s ocean beaches and ocean baths
    The 2022-2023 State of the Beaches Report – the annual rating of ocean and estuarine swimming sites across NSW using Beachwatch results – has rated 94% of the Central Coasts ocean beaches and ocean baths as ‘Good or Very Good’. Central Coast Council’s Director Environment and Planning, Alice Howe said the annual report is an important resource to help Council manage water quality at swimming sites across the region.“Beachwatch is a state-wide public health program monitoring water quality at swimming sites to ensure swimming sites are safe for swimming and the public have a way to find out likely pollution levels.“The program aims to provide the community with access to a predictive model of likely water quality at our beaches enabling individuals to make informed decisions about where and when to swim.
    20/10/2023
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    Pilot initiatives announced to boost feelings of safety in Gosford
    Exciting changes are coming to the Gosford CBD in late 2023.
    18/10/2023
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    Take the leap towards water conservation this National Water Week
    Central Coast Council Water and Sewer are encouraging the Central Coast community to be water-wise this National Water Week.National data released by The Water Conservancy shows that 9 in 10 Australians are concerned about saving water, 7 in 10 rate themselves as being knowledgeable about water usage and 9 in 10 say they either currently limit their water usage or intend to do so in the future.Director of Water and Sewer Jamie Loader said small changes can make a significant difference when it comes to saving water every day.“Keeping your shower time less than five minutes, ensuring your washing machine and dishwasher is full before you turn it on and installing water efficient taps and shower heads can make a massive difference.“While we know awareness is high and intentions are good, it is now time we educate ourselves around the small changes that can make a big difference when it comes to saving water every day.“I am encouraging our community to sign up for Water Night, this National Water Week and turn their taps off between 5-10pm this Thursday 19 October,” Mr Loader said.Central Coast Council Administrator Rik Hart said knowledge is power when it comes to conserving water.“Each one of us has the ability to make a positive impact and save more water.“Water Night is a great way to kickstart that journey,” Mr Hart said.CEO of The Water Conservancy Chris Philpot said it was clear that the majority of Australians are concerned about the environment and water supplies, yet unaware of the daily micro habits that all add up when it comes to preserving water.“Most of us are unaware of how often we reach for our taps.
    17/10/2023
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    Recruitment begins for the next generation of leaders
    Central Coast Council is recruiting for its unique youth leadership program ‘Youth-for-Youth’ (or Y4Y) Action Team to help build a brighter future for Central Coast community for generations to come.Applications are now open for this once in a lifetime opportunity to join the 2024 Y4Y Action Team – a group of 12 young people, aged 15-24, connecting like-minded individuals who care about community challenges and want to work together to develop meaningful solutions that create positive change.Council’s Director Community and Recreation Services, Melanie Smith said the program engages young people, empowering them to take action, be advocates for their peers and provide advice on Council initiatives from a young person’s perspective.“Now in its fifth year, the Y4Y Action Team has developed a thriving network in the local youth sector committed to working with Council to continue to create positive change and shape a thriving, dynamic Central Coast community guided by the Central Coast Youth Strategy,” Ms Smith said.“The Y4Y leadership program equips young people with essential skills like communication, teamwork, project delivery and problem-solving.
    17/10/2023
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    Poll opens seeking community feedback about Woy Woy’s Austin Butler Access
    Central Coast residents are invited to help determine the future of a portion of Woy Woy’s Austin Butler Access (adjacent to Austin Butler Oval and Peninsula Plaza) through an online community poll via yourvoiceourcoast.com.The online poll simply asks the community whether they support Austin Butler Access remaining under the control of Council, or whether a sale to the shopping centre should proceed with the funds going towards the long-term greening of the local area.Council’s Director of Environment and Planning Alice Howe said that the online poll is open to all Central Coast residents to have their say.“Council has been approached by Peninsula Plaza to sell the land to provide improved pedestrian safety and facilitate goods vehicles docking.
    16/10/2023
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    The Lakes Festival is back 3-12 November 2023!
    Mark the dates in your diary now! 
    16/10/2023
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    Learn about becoming a Councillor at Council’s public information session
    With the 2024 Local Government elections less than a year away, Central Coast Council is hosting three public information sessions for any members of the community who may be interested in becoming a Councillor.The first of the three pre-election candidate information sessions will be held on Wednesday 18 October from 6pm in the Function Room of the Wyong Administration Building, with further dates planned for March and June 2024.Council’s Director of Corporate Services, Marissa Racomelara, said it’s important that people from all stages and walks of life consider running for election.“If you have a strong sense of community and are keen to make a difference, you should consider becoming a councillor.
    11/10/2023
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    Draft Deferred Matters Lands Planning Proposal is open for exhibition
    Central Coast Council’s Draft Deferred Matters Lands Planning Proposal, is now on public exhibition.
    11/10/2023
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    Works happening on Racecourse Road, West Gosford
    Central Coast Council Water and Sewer are working with Eire Constructions to improve water and sewer infrastructure in West Gosford.  Works commenced Wednesday 11 October, running through to Saturday 14 October.
    11/10/2023
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    Central Coast welcomes back Garage Sale Trail
    It’s time to register your garage sale and block out the calendar for two big weekends this November, as the Garage Sale Trail returns to the Central Coast.Garage Sale Trail is Australia’s biggest festival of pre-loved stuff and the perfect opportunity to take part in the circular economy, earn some cash and pocket a bargain.The Garage Sale Trail will hit the Coast on the weekends of 11-12 and 18-19 November inclusive.Council’s Director Infrastructure Services, Boris Bolgoff said selling or shopping at garage sales is a fun and simple action we can all take to reduce our carbon footprint and learn about the benefits of reusing and recycling.“Registering to host a garage sale is free and open now.
    10/10/2023
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    Men’s community event to turn the tables on mental health
    Mental health support is on the way for Wyong men this Mental Health Month with The Men’s Table launching a local support group. Central Coast Council have partnered with local Primary Health Network to establish a Men’s Table in the Wyong area. The Men’s Table will host a community engagement pop up event at Bunnings Tuggerah on Saturday, 21 October from 10am to 4pm. Council Unit Manager of Community and Culture Glenn Cannard said The Men’s Table program is a safe place for local men to come together to share and be heard in a confidential and non-judgemental environment, creating a sense of belonging, camaraderie, and connection. “The Men’s Table’s first community engagement event aims to engage local men in the program and attract volunteers to assist with the on-going running of the program, ,” Mr Cannard said. “According to the National Survey of Mental Health and Wellbeing, over two in five Australians aged 16-85 years had experienced a mental disorder at some time in their life. “Beyond Blue statistics state that men make up an average of seven out of every nine suicides every day in Australia and Central Coast Health District has reported the highest number of deaths by suicide in Australia since 2016.” Council Administrator Rik Hart said Council was committed to creating new opportunities for connection, inclusion and community activities that strengthen our collective sense of self. "Programs like Men’s Table allow us to work together to solve pressing social issues, to support those in need and enhance community safety,” Mr Hart said.Council has a range of resources and information on men’s health referrals to download or collect from any Central Coast Council library or Wyong customer service centre including business cards, coasters and posters. For more information about Men’s Table pop up and resources search ‘Men’s Table’ at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au
    09/10/2023
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    Become a water-wise legend this National Water Week
    Central Coast Council has partnered with the Water Conservancy to promote Water Night this National Water Week 16-22 October 2023.  Water Night is a national event that occurs every year during National Water Week.
    05/10/2023
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    Wyong pool opens with an upgrade for spectators
    Swimmers will be welcomed back in the water at Wyong Olympic Pool from today, 3 October for the opening of the new season. Community members will be greeted with refreshed and upgraded facilities including maintenance of the pool which took place during the winter closure period.
    03/10/2023
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    Mangrove Creek Dam Visitors Centre officially open!
    Central Coast Council is excited to announce that the new Mangrove Creek Dam Visitor Centre will be open to the public from tomorrow Saturday 30 September 2023.  The $3.2 million project has been rebuilt after Central Coast Council received $2.567 million from the Commonwealth and NSW Government’s Bushfire Local Economic Recovery (BLER) Fund.  Key features of the new facility include a new interactive visitor education centre, accessible family friendly amenities, a children’s play space and revitalised picnic area with new picnic table shelters, bins and bench seating. Council Director for Water and Sewer Jamie Loader encouraged the community to come out and see the new visitor centre.  “The Mangrove Creek Dam Visitor Centre provides an exceptional visitor experience through the provision of modern visitor facilities, providing educational insights into the water supply system, natural environment and cultural heritage of the area.  “Central Coast Council provides a potable water supply service to approximately 350,000 residents across the region.
    29/09/2023
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    The Sustainable Future Festival is back bigger and better
    The Sustainable Future Festival will return to the Central Coast on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 October, taking over the University of Newcastle’s Ourimbah campus to celebrate all things sustainable.This family friendly event offers something for everyone, with a jam-packed program filled with environmentally friendly activities, workshops and demonstrations.Central Coast Council Director of Infrastructure, Boris Bolgoff said this exciting festival aims to stimulate a new way of thinking about waste management and resource recovery, as well as inspire the community on how to live more sustainably.“Council is pleased to once again partner with its waste collection contractor Cleanaway, to deliver an event that not only brings community members together to learn about all things sustainability, but also offers handy tips and tricks on how we can all minimise our carbon footprint and keep the Central Coast as beautiful as ever,” Mr Bolgoff said."This year’s festival will host some very special guests including Triple M and Better Homes and Gardens star, Rob Palmer on Saturday 14 October.
    28/09/2023
    Council news
    Council’s Water and Sewer delivering on promise to listen to customers
    Council has adopted its first Water and Sewer Customer Charter and Customer Complaints Management Framework with a focus on better outcomes for customers. Council’s Water and Sewer also continues to keep the community informed on performance and progress with the publication of Water and Sewer’s bi-annual Delivery Plan Progress Report (January-June 2023) and its annual Performance Report 2022-2023 on our website. Water and Sewer has also drafted a new, customer-informed, Water and Sewer Community Engagement and Education Strategy on public exhibition until 26 October.
    28/09/2023
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    Kibble Park renewal moving forward
    Council adopted the Kibble Park Place Plan and Kibble Park Concept Plan at this week’s Ordinary September Council meeting, with the next steps to commence design work which takes into account community feedback.
    27/09/2023
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    Free graffiti removal kits available
    Residents and businesses are eligible to collect an environmentally friendly graffiti removal kit courtesy of Central Coast Council.The kits are available from all local libraries as well the Gosford and Wyong customer service centres with each resident and business entitled to one per year.Each kit contains Soy Safe graffiti removal, protective eyewear, gloves and a scrubbing brush.Council’s Director of Community and Recreation Services, Melanie Smith, said the free kits are an important part of the graffiti removal strategy.“Graffiti can be a costly expense to businesses and residents both in time and money.
    26/09/2023
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    Central Coast’s new eco-friendly pelican experience
    Visitors to Central Coast are being offered a new perspective on pelican encounters, with a brand-new education programme taking them behind the scenes of marine wildlife care.Council has partnered with Marine Wildlife Rescue Central Coast to deliver a family friendly, educational, safe, eco-friendly pelican experience called ‘Pelican Time with Marine Wildlife Rescue Central Coast’.
    25/09/2023
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    Community consultation commences for future use of 1A Jaques Steet Ourimbah
    Community input in now being sought for the future use of 1A Jaques Street Ourimbah, following the site being transferred to Central Coast Council from the University of Newcastle in August this year.
    25/09/2023
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