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    New pipeline technology set to improve water and sewer planning, service reliability and environmental impact
    Central Coast Council Water and Sewer has successfully tested new, innovative condition assessment technology for water and sewer pressure pipelines.The assessment technology offers numerous advantages with a focus on customers, cost efficiency and the environment.
    19/03/2024
    Media Release
    New pipeline technology set to improve water and sewer planning, service reliability and environmental impact
    Central Coast Council Water and Sewer has successfully tested new, innovative condition assessment technology for water and sewer pressure pipelines.The technology will improve strategic and tactical decision-making for planned renewals and upgrades.
    19/03/2024
    Media Release
    Opportunities now available for sponsorship of major events across the Coast 2025-2026
    Central Coast Council has opened expressions of interest (EOI) for the sponsorship of six major community events featured across the region in 2025-2026.The Sponsorship Prospectus presents enticing packages for each of the events, giving potential businesses a great way to promote their organisation to a large, targeted audience, whilst directly supporting the local community.The EOI period is open for six weeks from 18 March - 3 May 2024.
    18/03/2024
    Public Notices
    Public Notice: Notification of Road Naming – For Gazettal Purposes - March 2024
    Names for roads created as part of new developments and subdivisions are available for comment in accordance with Roads Regulations 2018.The following road names have been approved by the Geographical Names Board for use.ROAD NAME    DESCRIPTIONGreen Park ParadeGreen Park Parade commences at the intersection of Mataram Road and travels in a generally northern direction then in a north-north westerly direction then in a north-easterly direction where it intersects with Caladenia.Lemon Scented CircuitLemon Scented Circuit commences at the intersection of Willow Brook Drive and travels in an easterly direction, then travels in a southerly direction then travels in a westerly direction where is intersects at the intersection of Willow Brook Drive. 
    15/03/2024
    Public Notices
    Public Notice: March 2024
    Notice is hereby given pursuant to section 47A of the Local Government Act 1993 that Central Coast Council intends to offer a lease to the following for a period of ten (10) years:Empire Bay Tennis – Part of 7-9 Shelly Beach Rd Empire Bay – Lot 49 and Lot 50 DP4707Permitted Use:
    15/03/2024
    Council news
    Sponsor a Central Coast Council event in 2025-2026
    Expressions of interest (EOI) are open for the sponsorship for six major community events featured across the Central Coast.To help deliver these events, we are calling for EOIs from businesses keen to become an event sponsor.We are excited to present the Sponsorship Prospectus which includes awesome packages for each of the events being held across our region.Each package offers an enticing opportunity for the sponsor to get involved and engage with the local community.
    14/03/2024
    Administrator's Message
    Administrator’s message – Central Coast wins international tourism award
    Our beautiful Central Coast region has won first place in the global Green Destinations Story Awards at the world’s leading travel trade show, ITB Berlin! ITB Berlin is a peak body in the international tourism industry, and these annual awards are presented to the most inspiring sustainable tourism initiatives submitted across six categories.
    12/03/2024
    Council news
    NSW Central Coast wins global green award in Berlin for growing a sustainable tourism industry
    The Central Coast  has won First Place in the global Green Destinations Story Awards at the world’s leading travel trade show ITB Berlin on Wednesday 6 March. The annual awards are presented to the most inspiring sustainable tourism initiatives submitted across six categories, with the Central Coast receiving the top accolade in the Destination Management category.The NSW Central Coast was the only Australian certified ECO Destination recognised on the international stage at ITB Berlin 2024.
    07/03/2024
    Media Release
    NSW Central Coast wins global green award in Berlin for growing a sustainable tourism industry
    The Central Coast in New South Wales has won First Place in the global Green Destinations Story Awards at the world’s leading travel trade show ITB Berlin on Wednesday 6 March. The annual awards are presented to the most inspiring sustainable tourism initiatives submitted across six categories, with the Central Coast receiving the top accolade in the Destination Management category today.The NSW Central Coast was the only Australian certified ECO Destination recognised on the international stage at ITB Berlin 2024.
    07/03/2024
    Council news
    Weekly road works update
    Various road works are underway this week, with crews filling potholes (as the first level of maintenance to keep the road safe in the short term), through to longer term works such as heavy patching and road rehabilitation.
    06/03/2024
    Administrator's Message
    Administrator’s message – Council tracking well this financial year
    Central Coast Council has performed well throughout the first half of this year, with quarter two (Q2) results reported to Council at the 26 February 2024 Council Meeting. Council has now commenced setting aside funds – $1.4M each month – to enable the final pay down of the remaining emergency loan in November 2025.
    05/03/2024
    Media Release
    Council finances and capital works delivery program continue to track well in Q2
    With the return of elected councillors in September 2024, Central Coast Council continues to track well financially, and also in the progress and delivery of budgeted capital works – ensuring the business is in a strong position for the new Council.After paying down one of the emergency loans in December 2023, Council has now commenced setting aside funds, $1.4M each month, to enable the final pay down of the remaining emergency loan in November 2025. Council CEO David Farmer said the extinguishment of these emergency loans is a great achievement and that moving forward it will mean more funds to allocate towards community services and projects.“It has not only been the money that has had to be put aside every month towards paying down these loans, but also the interest that has had to be paid on the loans, which has been a burden on Council for the last several years.”Other points in the Q2 Business Report review presented at the February Council meeting, include a projected increase in budgeted operating income of $5.9M, and an operational expenditure projected to increase by $3.2M.Mr Farmer said based on these proposed budget changes, Council projects a modest operating surplus for the year ending 30 June 2024. He added the projected capital income from developer contributions is being reduced, whilst projected income from grants has been increased by $8.7M to align with approved funding agreements.An increase in capital expenditure of $38.3M has been included mainly relating to the receipt of unbudgeted grants.“Overall, the Q2 Report is very good, and we are getting on with delivering projects and services in a very timely and financially prudent manner.“This was evidenced in January in our Capital Works quarterly update, that Council is tracking at 100% to budget.“Current major projects include the new Gosford Regional Library, the Mardi Dam Water Treatment major upgrade and the Hue Hue Road pavement upgrade.”Council Administrator Rik Hart said he is very pleased with the results reported in the Q2 Review and said the community should have confidence in how things are tracking."The fact that we are on track to achieve another modest surplus and our capital works program is also on track, I think means the community can be confident in how Council is functioning."For all information on the progress of Council’s capital works projects visit: https://www.centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/council/about-council/current-works-and-projects/capital-works-program
    01/03/2024
    Council news
    Weekly road works update
    WEEKLY ROAD WORKS UPDATEWe continue each week to roll out a sustained program of works to deliver road improvements and maintenance where possible during rainy weather.
    28/02/2024
    Media Release
    Council’s Water and Sewer continues to work collaboratively with the community
    In a continuation of Central Coast Council’s commitment to the community to be accountable and transparent in its progress to improve water and sewer services, Council has delivered an update on the Water and Sewer Delivery Plan 2022-2026.The bi-annual report highlights the key achievements across July to December 2023 under three focus areas:
    28/02/2024
    Media Release
    Introducing the next cohort of Y4Y Action Team
    Council has announced ten new Y4Y (Youth for Youth) Action Team members, to represent young people on the coast.To ensure the continued and meaningful engagement of young people in the region, Council is excited to introduce the 2024 Y4Y Action Team.Y4Y Youth Action members are:Anannya Bandaru, Isabelle Ince, Janine Southwell, Jasper Blakely, Lilia Olaru-Mohr, Lily Arendse, Maddison Elwine-Wilson, Malcolm Barlett, Simran Nathani and Travis Pankhurst.Director Community and Recreation Services Melanie Smith said the Y4Y Action Team aims to meaningfully engage young people on the Central Coast, drawing on their own skills, experience and networks and helping to further develop them.“Through their position as representatives of Y4Y Action Team, members contribute to a community program, the development of a legacy item for young people and a community campaign based on a theme of the Central Coast Youth Strategy,” Ms Smith said.“With members aged 14 to 24 years, the Y4Y Action Team has doubled this year due to an increase in applications during recruitment.
    28/02/2024
    Council news
    Council’s Water and Sewer continues to work collaboratively with the community
    In a continuation of Central Coast Council’s commitment to the community to be accountable and transparent in its progress to improve water and sewer services, Council has delivered an update on the Water and Sewer Delivery Plan 2022-2026.The bi-annual report highlights the key achievements across July to December 2023 under three focus areas:
    28/02/2024
    EOI
    Expressions of Interest Open to Advertise in The Chromefest 2024 Program
    Be part of ChromeFest in 2024 and expose your advertising to thousands of people!Central Coast Council is seeking EOIs to showcase your business by advertising in the ChromeFest 2024 program.ChromeFest has become NSW’s largest rock ‘n’ roll and rockabilly festival paying tribute to American classics and hot rod cars and one of Council’s most popular returning events with over 55,000 attending last year.ChromeFest 2024 is back 25-27 October at The Entrance, with exciting activations in Memorial Park, Marine Parade car park, Waterfront Plaza, The Entrance Social Club Hub, The Entrance Road, Bayview Mall and a new area returning with heaps of fun in Short Street Car Park.Secure your space now!Jump on the opportunity to reach thousands of people with your advertisement in ChromeFest’s 2024 event program, with options as little as $282.72 (ex GST). Minimum of 8,000 programs, and 15,000 flyers with QR code linking back to the official program. Program featured online at least 10 weeks prior to the event giving your organisation great brand exposure, over multiple web sites including the official ChromeFest website, Central Coast Council, Love Central Coast, car related websites and more.Program featured on the official ChromeFest Facebook page and The Entrance Town Centre page.Read full details and submit your Expression of Interest by Friday 29 March 2024.ChromeFest 2024 Program Advertising EOI 
    28/02/2024
    News
    Introducing the next cohort of Y4Y Action Team
    Council has announced ten new Y4Y (Youth for Youth) Action Team members, to represent young people on the coast.To ensure the continued and meaningful engagement of young people in the region, Council is excited to introduce the 2024 Y4Y Action Team.Y4Y Youth Action members are:Anannya Bandaru, Isabelle Ince, Janine Southwell, Jasper Blakely, Lilia Olaru-Mohr, Lily Arendse, Maddison Elwine-Wilson, Malcolm Barlett, Simran Nathani and Travis Pankhurst.The Y4Y Action Team aims to meaningfully engage young people on the Central Coast, drawing on their own skills, experience and networks and helping to further develop them.Through their position as representatives of Y4Y Action Team, members contribute to a community program, the development of a legacy item for young people and a community campaign based on a theme of the Central Coast Youth Strategy.With members aged 14 to 24 years, the Y4Y Action Team has doubled this year due to an increase in applications during recruitment.
    28/02/2024
    Administrator's Message
    Administrator’s message – $40M funding injected into renewing the Central Coast road network
    I’m delighted to announce that Council has received $40 million for the Central Coast Road Upgrades project, a major and welcome funding injection into our 2,200km road network. The Federal Government has provided this funding package which will see the delivery of 46 individual projects to be carried out over a four-year period, from 2024 to 2027.Projects have been grouped into two programs:
    27/02/2024
    Media Release
    Complete the survey and have your say about public art on the Central Coast
    Central Coast Council is calling on the community to complete a short survey to help inform the development of a new 10-year Public Art Plan. The survey is the first step in a community engagement program that will be rolled out in March and April, talking with local community, groups, artists and creatives, industry professionals and businesses. This is an opportunity to shape the approach to public art which will place the community, and its creative practitioners at the heart of the plan.Council’s Director Community and Recreation Services, Melanie Smith said public art plays an important role in our community.“This survey is the first step in engaging with the community, understanding their values and seeking feedback on what should be included in a Public Art Plan.
    27/02/2024
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