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Customer feedback on water and sewer future plans
Central Coast Council Water and Sewer is seeking feedback regarding potential water and/or sewer connections from people who occupy, own, or operate a business from an ‘unserviced property’ on the Central Coast.The second phase of consultation follows an earlier consultation phase which was open to customers who are connected to Council’s water and/or sewerage services on the Central Coast.Council Director for Water and Sewer Jamie Loader said the community consultation ensures that Council develops knowledge and customer interest for including connection of ‘unserviced properties’ into future plans.“There are approximately 7,500 ‘unserviced properties’ that are not connected to the Council water and sewer network.
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24/01/2024
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Events across the Coast
There are hundreds of ways to connect with your community this Christmas and into the new year with our exciting line up of events and activities across the Coast:School Holiday Program Each term we run our popular school holiday program with free or affordable events and activities to entertain, inspire and keep kids busy!Our jam-packed program has activities that caters to many interests and ages, which are delivered by our libraries, Gosford Regional Gallery, leisure centres, theatres and youth services, as well as other areas of Council such as environmental management, town centre management, tourism and more.In the lead up to each school holiday, events and activities are listed on our 'what's on' page, where you can easily select the 'school holiday' category to show the full program on offer.
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14/12/2023
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Council’s revised draft Dogs in Open Space Action Plan is open for feedback
Central Coast Council is now inviting all interested community members to share their feedback on the revised draft Dogs in Open Space Action Plan (revised draft Plan) until Sunday 1 October 2023.The revised draft Plan has been simplified and refined in response to the extensive community feedback received during the first round of consultation, as well as further technical studies and community workshops on key issues of concern.
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01/09/2023
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Turning your passionate feedback into a draft Playspace Strategy
We love that our community is passionate about playspaces - we are too!Thank you to the 1,093 community members who shared their views on playspaces in late 2025 through an online survey and interactive activities, in-person pop up sessions or the Access and Inclusion Reference Group workshop. We have carefully reviewed your feedback taking a detailed look at what matters most to you, how playspaces support social connection and play, and how they can continue to evolve to meet local needs and support growth in our region. View the summary of what you said in a snapshot summary. Your feedback helped us to draft a revised Playspace Strategy that will guide how we plan and manage over 270 Central Coast playspaces over the next five years.Go to Your Voice Our Coast to view the Draft Playspace Strategy 2026–30 and tell us what you think by 29 April.
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01/04/2026
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Council closures - Easter and Anzac Day 2026
What you need to knowCentral Coast Council offices will be closed over the Easter long weekend from close of business on Thursday 2 April 2026, reopening at 8.30am on Tuesday 7 April 2026.Offices will also be closed for the Anzac Day public holiday on Monday 27 April 2026.During this time:some services will close completelyothers will reopen at different timessome will operate as usual or with adjusted hours.Explore full details on each service below.
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31/03/2026
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Wrap up of key decisions from 24 March Ordinary Council Meeting:
Council's draft budget and strategic documents – get ready to have your sayCouncil resolved to place the draft Delivery Program (2025-29), draft Operational Plan (2026-27) and draft Fees and Charges (2026-27) on public exhibition after Easter.
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25/03/2026
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Collaborative research for a safe and healthy coast
Central Coast Council has partnered with the University of Newcastle to undertake a comprehensive scientific study of ocean outfalls and surrounding marine environments, strengthening Council’s ongoing commitment to protecting public health and coastal ecosystems.The Ocean Outfall Water Quality and Benthic Process Monitoring Program involves seasonal scientific surveys at Council’s three licensed near shore ocean outfalls at Winney Bay, Wonga Point and Norah Head.
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18/03/2026
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Clothes swap event returns following launch success
A new youth-led sustainability initiative has made an impressive debut on the Central Coast, with the first-ever Coast Swap bringing together community, creativity and climate-conscious fashion. Coast Swap, a community clothes swap event launched in January at Gosford Regional Library and brought together 10 youth volunteers with over 70 community participants of all ages attending. With nearly 20 young people now involved, the program aims to build youth skills, confidence and community pride.Everyone is welcome to come along to the upcoming bi-monthly events to re-fresh your wardrobe and keep clothes out of landfill – all while supporting local young people as they step into leadership, build skills, and contribute to their community. Next event: •
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17/03/2026
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$144M upgrade of Charmhaven Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) officially commences
Works are officially now underway on major plant upgrades following the ‘turning of the sod’ ceremony held this morning at the Charmhaven STP.The project, being delivered by BMD, will increase the plant’s capacity to service 75,000 equivalent persons (EP), with provisions to support future growth to 150,000 equivalent persons.
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Community consultation open for the Draft Hardys Bay Foreshore Masterplan
Central Coast Council is inviting the community to share their feedback on the Draft Hardys Bay Foreshore Masterplan.Developed in collaboration with the Wagstaffe to Killcare Community Association and local residents, the masterplan sets out a long-term vision to improve access, safety and environmental integrity of the foreshore. Council Mayor, Lawrie McKinna said the plan was developed in response to community concerns about the condition of the Hardys Bay foreshore.“People who live in and around Hardys Bay have told us that the foreshore needs some much-needed care and attention,” Mayor McKinna said.“Residents raised concerns about erosion, flooding, the lack of footpaths and basic amenities, which affect safety and accessibility for families and older people.”“The foreshore is a much-loved place for locals and visitors.
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16/03/2026
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