Pelican Park Playground is set to be enjoyed for generations of families to come as construction begins on a new and improved playspace.The upgrade to the playspace will be completed thanks to a $100,000 commitment by the NSW Government under the Local Small Commitments Allocation Program in partnership with Central Coast Council, which is also contributing almost $100,000 to the project.Community consultation guided the design of the upgraded Pelican Park playspace, with the design including both nature-play and pirate-themed play concept designs.

We’ve partnered again with local police to reduce casualties from speed related crashes on local roads through an education and awareness campaign this May. This road safety campaign coincides with National Road Safety Week (5-12 May 2024), which encourages drivers across Australia to slow down on the roads, look out for others and make safe decisions so no-one is injured or loses their life on our roads, including from the result of speeding. Speeding has devasting consequences for our local community but is preventable. Unfortunately, speeding remains the number one contributing factor in road casualty crashes on the Central Coast with the majority of all injury and fatal crashes occurring on roads with a 50km/h speed limit. All drivers have the power to make positive choices every time they are behind the wheel, and these can reduce the rate of injury or death - especially on local roads where there are often children, older road users, pedestrians or cyclists around.Remember that 50km/h is the default speed limit in built up urban areas in NSW unless sign posted otherwise.

Central Coast Council received $2,443,750 from the Australian and NSW Governments as part of the Community Local Infrastructure Recovery Program to improve access for Soldiers Beach and Jenny Dixon Beach.The works replaced or repaired vehicle and pedestrian accesses that were damaged during the severe storms in 2021 and 2022, including:Extension of the stairs in front of the Soldiers Beach Surf Life Saving ClubReplacement of the northern stairs at Soldiers BeachReplacement of the concrete vehicle access ramp at Soldiers BeachRepair of the Jenny Dixon Beach stairsEach of the four projects required detailed preliminary investigation work, designs and approvals to ensure longevity before shovels could hit the ground.Soldiers Beach access worksCOMPLETE:

🚘 WEEKLY ROAD WORKS UPDATE Each week, we have road work underway across the Coast to deliver improvements and maintenance works.

The Umina Beach foreshore promenade (alongside the surf club) has been improved to create a more vibrant, sustainable and enjoyable space for both residents and visitors.Council recently completed comprehensive landscape works to enhance the area, including:removal of existing pavers to create a grassed area for relaxation and recreation - a perfect place for a picnic planting of additional trees, which will provide for shade and contribute to a healthy environmentnew outdoor showers new connective pathways to improve accessibility These works have softened the existing landscape and provide a greener space for relaxation and recreation - perfect for a picnic!This project was funded by local infrastructure contributions (section 7.11), which are charged by Council when new development occurs.For any questions on this project or to report any issues or feedback, please contact Council on 02 4306 7900 or online Customer Service Centre.     For comparison, this is a 'before' photo!

Canton Beach foreshore sandstone log restoration works and upgrades are now complete, restoring and enhancing the usability of the popular beach, improving safety, and helping to prevent erosion!After an east coast low event in March 2022 Tuggerah lakes saw levels rise above the top of the existing wall which caused erosion and pushed the sandstone logs to rotate seaward.Since the east coast low event the community have been eager to see the restoration of this much loved asset and it is great to officially announce the works are now complete with not only repairs but also upgrades to the sandstone wall to help it better withstand future weather events.The full list of works at Canton Beach included: Increasing the height of the sandstone log wall along with an inclusion of a stepped finish to help prevent erosions and subsidence, and support access to the beach.New drainage works were installed behind the wall.Sand nourishment works – additional sand was placed along the beach to help mitigate erosion.\Supply and install of turf as required along the back of the sandstone wall.This project is jointly funded by the Australian and New South Wales governments under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements and Central Coast Council.

Niagara Park Stadium is set to be transformed into a first-class sporting venue, with upgrade works underway to improve accessibility of the venue ahead of welcoming a full calendar year of regional and state championships. The venue will host major events featuring Netball NSW Regional League, Drill dance NSW State Titles, Northern NSW Futsal Regional Schools Championships, Australian Tai Chi Masters Tournament, Table tennis NSW Country Championships, Football NSW Regional Schools Knockout, Basketball NSW Country Championships, Basketball NSW NEJL Tournament, Netball NSW Premier League games, Australian Highland Dance Festival, Central Coast Crystal Festival and Table Tennis NSW City v Country.The $2.8 million project has received $850,000 from the NSW Government Stronger Country Community Fund, with Council funding the remaining contribution of $1,950,000 from planned capital expenditure.Funding for the upgrades is a fantastic outcome and one to celebrate.

Central Coast Council is developing new Coastal Management Programs (CMP’s).

Central Coast’s foodie wonderland in the hinterlands is celebrating its award-winning produce and spectacular scenery at Harvest Festival on 8 and 9 June 2024.Immerse yourself in a world of entertainment and fun, with fantastic live music, farm experiences and delicious fresh produce at over 30 event hubs.

Central Coast Council has instigated an online customer satisfaction survey to gather feedback from the community on what they think of, and want from, Central Coast leisure centre and pool services.