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    Protecting Lakes Wildlife
    Landcare volunteers this week started rehabilitation on an area where a boardwalk will be built at Killarney Vale.
    06/03/2017
    Media Release
    Council Collecting Unwanted Household Chemicals
    Central Coast residents have an opportunity to clear their homes of unwanted chemical products at a free Household Chemical CleanOut event, hosted by Central Coast Council.Chemical products collected from around the home, garage or car can be dropped off at a weekend event at Bateau Bay.Materials such as pool chemicals, car batteries, acids and alkalis, solvents, pesticides, chemical cleaners, motor oils, herbicides, paints, hobby chemicals, gas bottles, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, florescent bulbs and household cleaners will be accepted.Council Administrator, Mr Ian Reynolds, said the cleanout allows residents to safely dispose of unwanted chemicals and waste.“As many chemicals are hazardous, it’s important they are disposed of safely and properly,” said Mr Reynolds.“The free collections are a handy way for residents to dispose of materials they no longer need or have passed their use by date.“Most chemicals can be dropped off, including materials with flammable gas, corrosive, flammable liquid, toxic, flammable solid and oxidizing agent logos.“In 2016, 224 tonnes of hazardous waste was collected from over 5,800 cars on the Central Coast.“Paint was the most popular material, with more than 60 percent of the total collection - batteries, pesticides, motor oil were also popular.”Residents can drop off materials between 9am and 3.30pm at the Long Jetty Council Depot, Bateau Bay, on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 March.Households are reminded there is a 20kg/20L limit per container, and are advised to transport all materials carefully and to remain in their vehicles at the collection site.The free collection is part of the NSW Environmental and Protection Authority Waste Less, Recycle More initiative funded by the waste levy.For a full list of accepted materials visit cleanout.com.au  or call 131 555.
    06/03/2017
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    Volunteers Needed to Help Clean up the Coast
    Central Coast Council is calling on local residents to roll up their sleeves and get involved in Clean Up Australia Day this Sunday 5 March.More than 70 community, school and business sites have been registered across the Central Coast.Council Group Leader Connected Communities, Ms Julie Vaughan, said Clean Up Australia Day is the perfect way for the community to come together and help clean up the Coast.“It’s great to see people taking pride in their suburb and doing their bit to protect our unique environment,” Ms Vaughan said.“The Central Coast’s natural environment is so diverse - from our beautiful beaches and waterways to large areas of bushland and national parks - and needs our help to stay clean and preserve the habitats of native animals and plants.”Volunteers are needed to assist with sites all across the Coast and range from public bushland and parks to foreshore and coastal areas.Last year more than eight tonnes was collected across 86 sites on the Central Coast.Council Administrator, Mr Ian Reynolds, said this weekend is a great chance to get involved and support your local community.“Clean Up Australia Day is a reminder to think about how we can all work together to reduce litter in the home and our impact on the environment every day,” Mr Reynolds said.“We are lucky to live in such a beautiful place and it is up to us to do our bit to keep it that way.”For more information go to cleanupaustraliaday.org.au or contact Council on 4350 5555/4325 8222.
    01/03/2017
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    Keep Up with Capital Works in your Neighbourhood
    Central Coast Council is launching an information tool to help residents keep up to date with Capital Works road projects happening in their area.The online map also marks the creation of a single Capital Works schedule for the Central Coast.It sets out the status of all road and drainage works listed to be carried out this financial year, keeping the community informed of works in their neighbourhood.Each project will have a unique pin, outlining its location, description and timeline for the commencement and completion of the works.Council Administrator, Mr Ian Reynolds, said that the Capital Works program formed the basis of infrastructure upgrades across the region.“This financial year we’re investing almost $183 million into Capital Works across the Central Coast,” Mr Reynolds said.“Through a now unified Capital Works program we’re seeing better outcomes through a greater access to resources, increased buying power and improved efficiencies.“The overall program will see upgrades to our road network, improvements to sewer infrastructure and enhancements to many of our community assets.“Our staff work extremely hard to identify and schedule these key projects, based on outcomes set within our Operational Plan.”At this stage, the online map sets out the $62 million roads and drainage projects as part of the Capital Works program and it’s proposed to extend that to other works in future.You will also be able to get a consolidated list of all capital road and drainage works identified by suburb.Group Leader of Assets, Business and Infrastructure, Mike Dowling, said that this information tool was an important step in informing the community on the Capital Works program.“Residents will be able to get a greater understanding of where works are being undertaken, which will inform their feedback on our services through ongoing community engagement,” said Mr Dowling.“It’s important to note that this isn’t an indication of all of the work we undertake, our online map looks at major road and drainage capital projects - as opposed to our normal maintenance program.”Council is encouraging residents to visit the online map, look up their local area and provide feedback – as it looks to expand the service to all Capital Works projects in future.To see what Capital Work projects in your neighbourhood, visit centralcoast.nsw.gov.au
    28/02/2017
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    Inaugural Developers Forum Held to Activate Development on the Coast
    Central Coast Council is looking to activate town centres and deliver housing choice for its growing community.
    28/02/2017
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    Take a Break on the Magenta Shared Pathway
    Central Coast Council will be closing Magenta shared pathway for a day to install a number of benches along the scenic walk.The popular pathway will be closed on Thursday 2 March from 6am-5pm to install seats in the rest areas.The benches will add to the amenity of the pathway allowing users to rest comfortably and enjoy the natural environment as they exercise.Due to the nature of the work and for user safety, Council needs to close the pathway from the Evans Road car park as heavy machinery will be on site.During the works, cyclists can use the on-road bicycle lanes on Wilfred Barrett Drive and walkers can access the wetland path from the south end of Evans Road or the trails from the Wilfred Barrett Drive carpark.Cyclists using Wilfred Barrett Drive should use care on the public road, which at times has heavy traffic.
    27/02/2017
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    Tender Process for Waste Contract Should Not be Linked to Strike
    Domestic waste services on the Central Coast are provided by Remondis under contracts with the Central Coast Council.The dispute lodged by the Transport Workers’ Union (“TWU”) in the Fair Work Commission is between Remondis and the TWU acting on behalf of some of the drivers.  It does not involve ​council.The wages and conditions of Remondis’ drivers are the responsibility of the current waste contractor, Remondis.   It is unfortunate Central Coast residents and ratepayers will be inconvenienced by strike action planned by the TWU for Friday March 3 and by a stop work meeting on Monday 27 February.Council’s Administrator, Mr Ian Reynolds, said he has made it clear to the TWU, who represent Remondis’ drivers, that ​Council’s role is to ensure the community get reliable and best value waste services.“Council has a broader responsibility here to provide the very best value possible to our 331,000 residents in garbage and recycling services, both under the current arrangements with Remondis and beyond,” Mr Reynolds said.“That doesn’t mean Remondis’ workers will be left out when the current contracts come to an end.“In fact given the knowledge, skill levels and experience of these drivers, they would seem to have good prospects of being employed by any contractor, after tenders are invited by the Council”.Residents who normally put their bins out on Monday and Friday mornings are advised to leave their bins and kerbside collections out as normal and they will be collected.For any further advice on delayed waste services, residents should contact Remondis on 1300 126 278.
    24/02/2017
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    Regional Library and Learning Centre Set for Parkside Location
    Central Coast Council has tonight announced the Parkside Building on Donnison Street in Gosford as the preferred location for a Regional Library and Learning Centre.Council considered a number of options and settled on the Parkside Building as the most appropriate location for the proposed state-of-the-art community and education space.Group Leader of Connected Communities, Ms Julie Vaughan, said that this decision reaffirmed Council’s commitment to a Regional Library in the Gosford CBD.“This is an important project for the Central Coast community and will be the focal point for library services across the region,” said Ms Vaughan.“The Parkside Building presents a perfect location, right in the centre of the Gosford CBD.“Staff will now begin designing detailed plans to redevelop the site into an engaging learning space that will effectively meet the needs of the community.“We will also work with the current tenants of the Parkside Building to ensure they are completely informed of the progress of this development and their future options.”Council Administrator, Mr Ian Reynolds, said that Council would be working to ensure that the new Regional Library and Learning Centre and its services meet the needs of the community.“We will be engaging with the community on the services they want from their Regional Library and how that can effectively complement our existing library services,” said Mr Reynolds.“This is an exciting development for the Gosford CBD and illustrates the importance of Kibble Park as the heart of development in the area.“We want to lead the way in revitalising Gosford and this project is a fantastic starting point.”Council will also liaise with the Federal Government and the Member for Robertson, Mrs Lucy Wicks, to confirm the $7million funding for this project promised from the Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development’s Community Grants Programme.
    23/02/2017
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    Ten Major Projects Receive a Slice of $9 Million Funding Pie
    Ten major projects to improve community services, facilities and deliver new infrastructure on the Central Coast have been given a slice of $9 million in funding through the NSW State Government’s Stronger Communities Fund, following the establishment of Central Coast Council.In December last year, 'Your Voice, Our Coast' asked the community to directly vote on what they wanted to see funded from thirty eligible projects and tonight Council formally endorsed the ten projects to get the green light.Council Administrator, Mr Ian Reynolds, said the funding was made available as a direct result of amalgamation and was designed to fast track the delivery of priority infrastructure and services the Central Coast community need, want and value.‘This funding has been provided due to the Council amalgamation and is a real win for the entire Central Coast community,” Mr Reynolds said.‘These funds are additional to Council’s existing operational budget – so it means we can now get on with some projects that we know the community want.‘The selected projects will contribute to improved access to the coast’s natural spaces and community facilities;
    23/02/2017
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    Merger Benefits Realised as Council Builds a Solid Foundation for the Central Coast
    Council finances are on track for an end of year surplus this financial year, capital works are being rolled out and merger benefits are being realised according to two key reports presented at tonight’s Council meeting.A revised Capital Works program will deliver $197.5 million in key infrastructure projects this financial year while also achieving an operating surplus of $10.3 million, excluding capital income.Council Administrator, Mr Ian Reynolds, said Council is implementing a robust merger program which is transforming the organisation to better provide services that strengthen and support the Central Coast community.“Our priority is to build a solid foundation in preparation for the newly elected Council in September 2017 and I believe we are in great shape to achieve that,” Mr Reynolds said.“It is a huge task to bring two organisations together and it is a real testament to our staff who have had to pull systems and procedures together quickly while still maintaining essential service delivery to our community.“We have established new legislative and governance requirements so we can operate as a single Council, implemented a new brand, aligned customer service processes so that residents can do business with us at whichever office they want to.“As a unified Council we have hugely increased buying power which is already paying off – we have saved $750,000 a year by consolidating supplier contracts, $700,000 in insurance costs and by removing merchant fees at our Wyong office with an estimated saving of $240,000 for ratepayers.“These savings are just the tip of the iceberg – we have done our homework and modeled the expected benefits and costs of the merger and forecast a net benefit of around $70 million over a ten year period.“These savings can and will be put straight into better services and infrastructure for our growing community.”Council is also adjusting its budget to make an important investment into a new technology platform – a future mode of operation – to future proof the business and make it easier for residents to access information and services 24 hours a day.“This project is built off the back of us listening to our residents and taking action to ensure we can serve them to the best of our ability,” Mr Reynolds added.“Both former Councils had ageing technology systems that required a revamp so the merger has given us a great opportunity to get one great system in place to serve the whole Central Coast.“We expect to see significant financial benefits well into the future thanks to the creation of a united, effective and efficient organisation.”Council is undertaking initiatives to better engage with the community through the recently adopted Engagement Framework.  Regular face-to-face interactions at pop-up stalls at events and shopping centres, online engagement tools and information sessions have all started.Engagement for the first Central Coast Community Strategic Plan will start in March.
    23/02/2017
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    Kick Up Your Heels at This Year's NSW Seniors Festival
    The NSW Seniors Festival is fast approaching and senior citizens across the Coast will have the chance to get involved in a range of events and activities from Friday 3 to Sunday 12 March.The festival provides local seniors with a great opportunity to make new friends or spend time with old ones, learn a new skill or try something new.It’s the largest festival for seniors in the Southern Hemisphere and was previously known as NSW Seniors Week.
    23/02/2017
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    Beach Safety Gets a Boost Across the Coast
    Surf Life Saving Central Coast (SLSCC) and its 15 surf clubs will today receive $147,000 in funding from Central Coast Council as part of an annual commitment to help them continue their vital beach safety work.“Safety on our beaches is incredibly important as thousands of local residents and visitors enjoy the Central Coast’s beautiful beaches each year, which are a key part of our way of life,” said Ian Reynolds, Council Administrator.“This funding enables SLSCC’s volunteers to work closely with Council’s own Lifeguard service to improve safety and rescue standards across the Central Coast and keep our beaches safe,” Mr Reynolds said.“Last season, volunteer lifesavers saved over 1,162 lives, prevented nearly 21,388 people from getting into difficulty and contributed over 97,400 volunteer hours keeping the public safe at our beaches - and I would like to thank them for their efforts,” Mr Reynolds said.The clubs also run training and education programs at the beaches and in schools which reached over 29,600 Central Coast children last season.
    23/02/2017
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    NSW Seniors Festival Celebrates Doing More Together
    Senior citizens across the coast will have the chance to take part in a range of events and activities as part of the NSW Seniors Festival running from Friday 3 to Sunday 12 March.From stand up paddle boarding to cupcake decorating and with over 80 events to choose from there is something for everyone.For 59 years, the NSW Seniors Festival has been the largest festival for seniors in the Southern Hemisphere.
    23/02/2017
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    Highlights of the 22 February 2017 Council Meeting
    Merger benefits realised as Council builds a solid foundation for the Central Coast  Council finances are on track for an end of year surplus this financial year, capital works are being rolled out and merger benefits are being realised according to two key reports presented at tonight’s Council meeting.    See Separate Media ReleaseTen major projects receive slice of $9 million funding pieTen major projects to improve community services and facilities on the Central Coast have been given a slice of $9 million in funding through the NSW State Government’s Stronger Communities Fund, following the establishment of Central Coast Council.See Separate Media ReleaseMerger delivers one library service for the Central Coast Residents will soon be able to access all twelve Council libraries using one card.In the new financial year all 70,000 members will be moved to the one Library Management System – Libero – residents can check the catalogue, borrow, reserve and return at all libraries across the Coast.All Library fees have been reviewed and will be aligned across the libraries when the new system is in place.Council Administrator, Mr Ian Reynolds, said this was a definite advantage of the merger as previously Coast residents could only access either five northern or six southern branches and now they will be able to access all eleven plus 2 community libraries in Gwandalan and Mooney Mooney.“Currently there are two systems in place – you need two cards to access the services which is a hassle and inconvenient and fees are different as well,” Mr Reynolds said.“Not anymore, in a few months either card will work at any library and new Central Coast Council cards will enable access to thousands of great resources and services anywhere on the Coast.“There will be no more barriers and learning opportunities will be opened up right across the Coast.”Australian owned and designed Libero Library Management System is already used in libraries in the former Gosford City Local Government Area.
    22/02/2017
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    Work Begins on $23 Million Sporting Complex
    Central Coast Council will celebrate the start of the $23.71 million regional sporting complex located on Lake Road, Tuggerah on Wednesday 22 February at 9am.The Tuggerah Regional Sporting and Recreation Complex is in a prime position to attract regional, state and even national events with Tuggerah train station and the M1 motorway close by providing direct links to Sydney and Newcastle.The first stage will consist of nine playing fields, including a premier field, public amenities such as change rooms, canteen, toilets and store rooms.
    20/02/2017
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    Council Investment Delivering Cleaner Beaches
    The results of a recent report for five beach swimming areas – Terrigal Lagoon, Copacabana Beach, Pearl Beach Bath, Ocean Beach and Lighthouse Beach - have improved as a result of Central Coast Council’s management.Council manages and tests 44 swimming sites across the region, including beaches, lagoons, lakes and baths, in collaboration with the Office of Environment and Heritage.Of all the sites, 28 returned very good or good water quality ratings.Council’s Group Leader, Assets, Infrastructure and Business, Mr Mike Dowling, said Council was committed to the ongoing management of beaches and other swimming spots around the Coast.“It’s pleasing the BeachWatch report verified that our management of water areas is leading to cleaner beaches,” Mr Dowling said.“Council does a lot to manage community beaches and swimming spots – we installed gross pollutant traps at a number of key locations, bins at popular dog walking areas to stop pollutants entering our waterways, as well as crews who clean Macmasters Beach and Pearl Beach Rockpool four times a year.”Some of the works that led to the reported improvements include an investment of some $30 million on improving major sewerage transfer systems that service Forresters Beach, Terrigal, Avoca, North Avoca and Kincumber.Council plans to invest a further $36 million on improving the sewerage system, sewage pumping stations and sewage treatment plants throughout the former Gosford Local Government Area.Council’s Administrator, Mr Ian Reynolds, said this was great news for the community and tourism on the Coast, but there was still a number of projects to be completed.“We know how much the community loves our beautiful coast beaches and it is important our residents and visitors can swim in the water with confidence,” Mr Reynolds said.The Office of Environment and Heritage produces BeachWatch reports annually, using data and risks ratings provided by Council.
    19/02/2017
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    David Walliams’ Mr Stink Comes to Life on The Laycock Stage
    Laycock Street Community Theatre is encouraging audiences to hold their noses, when David Walliams’ award-winning book Mr Stink comes to life this February as part of a national tour, following its 2016 Sydney Opera House premiere.Connected Communities Group Leader, Ms Julie Vaughan, said Laycock is looking forward to welcoming this charming and original Australian adaptation to its stage.“It promises to be a real crowd pleaser for children aged 6 to 12, and we’re sure that adults in the audience are going to have equally as much fun with this heart-warming and comical production,” Ms Vaughan said.Well known British comedian and TV presenter David Walliams is also the fastest growing children's author in the UK.
    16/02/2017
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    US Skate Sensation Crowned Bato’s King of Concrete
    A surprise entrant from Nitro Circus skate sensation, Beaver Fleming, wowed the crowd on Saturday with his gnarly tricks, which ultimately saw him crowned Bato Yard’s King of Concrete for 2017.Central Coast Council supported the inaugural King of Concrete bowl competition which saw more than 70 competitiors from the Coast, country and overseas compete for the King of Concrete title and a wildcard entry into the BOWL-A-RAMA, the peak world bowl competition.Riders came from all over including Victoria, ACT, Queensland, Western Australia, Tasmania, New Zealand, England and the USA to compete across the five catgories – Opens, 16 and under, 12 and under, Girls and Masters.Some used the competition as a practice round before Bondi, some tried to secure that wildcard for Bondi and others simply competed to test their skills against some of the world’s best.Despite the heat wave, more than 500 people came to Bato Yard to watch it get shredded with some top local and international skaters.Bato Yard was opened in July 2016 and is already making an impression on local and international riders alike:Beaver Fleming, California - member of the infamous Nitro Circus, said:
    16/02/2017
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    Installation of New Water Stations is Thirsty Work
    Filling up your water bottle while you’re out and about on the coast is about to get a whole lot easier, with the installation of nine new water refill stations.Central Coast Council is currently installing the water filter stations at high traffic areas including:Heazlett Park, AvocaRumbalara Reserve, SpringfieldMacKillop Oval, South KincumberHylton Moore Oval, East GosfordGreenvale Playground, Green PointThe Skillion, TerrigalTrafalgar Playground, Woy WoyHardy’s Bay ForeshoreNarara Valley Precinct Park.The project started in early November and is expected to be completed by the end of February 2017.The new fixtures will complement the 17 stations already established throughout the region at Woy Woy, Umina, Avoca Beach, Terrigal Beach, Ocean Beach, Kincumber, Copacabana, Ettalong Beach and Gosford’s Kibble Park.Each unit has multiple taps for drinking out of, with refill dispensers on each side.
    15/02/2017
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    Gosford Council Finances Deferred to March Meeting
    Central Coast Council has agreed with auditors PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PWC) to extend the timeframe required to finalise the audit report into the finances of the former Gosford Council.As soon as the report is ready, Council if necessary, will call an Extraordinary Meeting in March to be held in the Gosford Chambers.Council CEO Rob Noble said the auditors are in the process of finalising their audit testing and Council is working closely with PWC to ensure the final accounts are transparent and understandable by the community.“As with many issues in respect of Council mergers, the alignment of Council financial management is a complex issue, so we want to ensure the community gets a clear view,” Mr Noble said.“We’re here to deliver the best possible services to our growing community, and having a thorough and consistent understanding of financial management across both former Council areas moving forward is essential.Council accounts are governed by a strict Local Government Code of Accounting Practice and Financial Reporting, and by legally binding Accounting Standards.
    15/02/2017
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