Mayoral Media Release - Council takes the lead on Gosford’s future

Tonight, during the Ordinary Council Meeting, Council confirmed it will take the lead in planning Gosford’s future, adopting a coordinated approach to fast track the renewal of the city centre and waterfront.

Council agreed on a set of actions and initiatives to strengthen governance, partnerships and delivery as Gosford continues to grow as the Central Coast’s capital city.

The resolution will see Council leading the formation of a Gosford Renewal Partnership with the NSW and Australian Governments, establish a Council-led Implementation Taskforce, and prepare a comprehensive Gosford CBD and Waterfront Implementation and Business Plan to guide future investment and project delivery.

Council Mayor Lawrie McKinna said Council has a clear role in driving Gosford’s long term transformation.

“Gosford is the capital city of the Central Coast and its success will shape the economic future of our entire region,” Mayor McKinna said.

“For too long we have talked about Gosford’s potential. What Council is doing now is taking the leadership needed to turn that potential into reality.”

“This is about delivering a vibrant waterfront city centre that attracts investment, supports local businesses and creates opportunities for future generations on the Central Coast. Council is stepping forward to lead that transformation and bring together the partnerships needed to make it happen.”

Deputy Mayor John Mouland said Council’s decision marks an important shift from continuous discussion to delivery.

“Gosford has extraordinary potential as a waterfront regional city and  Council has taken a decisive step to unlock that opportunity,” Cr Mouland said.

“This is about building a capital city the Central Coast can be proud of, a place that attracts investment, creates jobs and becomes the civic heart of our region.”

Cr Mouland said Council’s leadership will be critical to bringing together government, institutions and private sector partners.

“Council is uniquely positioned to lead this work and ensure Gosford becomes the vibrant capital city the Central Coast deserves,” he said.

Council will engage with State and Australian Government partners and major regional organisations to develop of the Gosford Renewal Implementation Plan. Progress reports will be provided to Council over the coming months as work begins on the next stage of Gosford’s transformation.