The Little Terns arrive at Karagi Point, The Entrance North in October each year to begin nesting and we want to remind everyone on how they can help protect the endangered species during this critical time.The Little Terns migrate from South-east Asia to Australia every Summer and are protected under both State and Federal threatened species legislation.

Council is delighted to confirm the bulk of upgrades to amenities at the iconic, heritage-listed Grant McBride Baths at The Entrance have now been completed, with further upgrades scheduled to take place over the coming months.The changerooms and public toilets at the much-loved local spot has received a refresh, while a spacious new parents room has been installed.

Sandstone blocks have been installed in Memorial Park Car park around the existing four Norfolk Pine Trees.

We introduced a new reIMAGINE Festival into our Town Centres over Christmas and the summer school holidays designed to support local businesses and creatives based on the NSW Central Coast. Two jam-packed months of festive events and creative activities helped to breathe excitement back into our valuable town centres and gave us all the chance to celebrate iconic events like Christmas, New Year’s Eve and Australia Day, which we missed last year due to COVID.From 1 December 2021 to 30 January 2022, a range of exciting community events, workshops, exhibitions, performances and classes were held across Gosford, Wyong, Toukley, Terrigal, Woy Woy and The Entrance.The event attracted approximately 1,000 people to the workshops and added a total economic value of nearly $50,000.We are delighted that this exciting new program brought the community back together and provided an economic boost for local businesses and talent.

The town centres of Gosford, Terrigal, Toukley, The Entrance, Wyong and Budgewoi received a much-needed pressure clean over the last three months.

Denning St carpark received a much-needed makeover. Council’s contractor performed the following works –  Remove weeds from all garden beds  Remove top layer of old mulch from garden beds  Light trimming of low overhanging tree branches around the car park  Re-mulch all garden beds  Mow, whip, edge, and blow down overgrown nature strip lawn

New street light planter boxes located at the road crossing of The Entrance Road and Coral St have been installed.

Our popular Tai Chi and Fitness in the Park programs have returned to The Entrance for 2021!Whether you want to improve your health, connect with new people or simply get out of the house, our FREE active programs at Memorial Park could be just what you’re looking for!Tai ChiEvery Thursday, 9.30am-10.30amCome along and experience the fitness and relaxation benefits Tai Chi has to offer.

Want to develop news skills, confidence and help accelerate the customer service experience for visitors and locals looking for things to do and see across our beautiful region?Central Coast Council is calling for expressions of interest (EOI) from local community members interested in becoming a Visitor Service Volunteer Ambassador at the recently revitalised Visitor Information Centre, The Entrance.The volunteer role has been developed to support staff in the new Central Coast Visitor Centre and will assist with providing information on the Coast and surrounds to visitors and the local community - enticing visitors to explore more and stay longer in the region as well as encouraging local residents to explore their own backyard.Interested volunteers should bring a unique and positive outlook of the Central Coast and have a good understanding of all there is to do and see across the region.By becoming a volunteer, you will develop new skills and gain experience, build confidence, and increase social interaction and community engagement.Candidates with previous customer service and basic computer skills are preferred, and the ability to work across the week and/or weekends with a fun and reliable team.We’re seeking residents aged 18 years and over who have lived on the Central Coast for at least 12 months.Find out more by downloading the Volunteer Role description here.If this sounds like you, email your EOI to brooke.longford@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au