From Monday, 2 March, the North Shelly Beach Car Park will be closed for up to 3 weeks while remediation works are carried out.

Mayoral minute congratulates Central Coast Winter Olympic competitorsCouncil’s Mayoral Minute acknowledged the success of the Australian Winter Olympic team at the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, with the team winning six medals – three gold, two silver and one bronze.

Central Coast Council is inviting the community to have their say on a proposed Special Entertainment Precinct in Gosford, aimed at supporting a vibrant and growing night-time economy.Council Mayor, Lawrie McKinna said Gosford was the natural choice for the Central Coast’s first Special Entertainment Precinct, with the city centre experiencing strong residential growth and increased demand for after-dark activities.“Gosford is changing, with more people choosing to live in the city centre.

Now is the time for local skaters and scooter riders to tell us what you want to see in the design of new skate parks at:•    Halekulani Oval, Budgewoi •    Hylton Moore Oval, East Gosford  The existing skate parks are limited in their offerings with ageing infrastructure.

The ageing skate ramp located next to the newer BATO Yard skatepark facility was demolished following a recent assessment of the infrastructure which deemed it unsafe for further use.This old skate area at Entrance District Sport and Community Centre (EDSAAC) was planned for removal following the construction of the larger new regional skate park at BATO Yard.

Central Coast residents can safely dispose of unwanted household chemicals for free at two upcoming Chemical CleanOut weekends. These events provide a safe and environmentally responsible way to clear out hazardous items from your home, shed or garage.Chemical CleanOut event details:Saturday 28 February and Sunday 1 MarchFormer Kincumber Waste Management FacilityCullens Road, Kincumber9am - 3.30pmNote:

District playspace, Illoura Reserve, Davistown

Clear out unused, out-of-date or unwanted household chemicals laying around your home, garage or shed at Council’s Chemical Clean Out events this February and March – a safe, free and environmentally responsible way to dispose of hazardous waste.Held over two weekends at two locations:KincumberSaturday 28 February and Sunday 1 March9am - 3.30pmFormer Kincumber Waste Management Facility on Cullens Road, Kincumber.Note:

Now that the sports lighting upgrade is complete at Harry Moore Oval, on Wednesday 18 February 2026 the resident eastern osprey and its nest is being relocated from the old timber lighting poles to the new light pole - designed specifically to support osprey nesting.Keen birdwatchers will be able to spot the osprey settling into its nest on the new pole, located in the southwestern corner of Field Two.Council recognises the importance of protecting local wildlife while delivering essential community infrastructure.

Food businesses across the Central Coast can enhance their food safety knowledge at a free event at Gosford RSL Club on Tuesday 24 February.The Retail and Food Service Information Session provides businesses with the chance to get information and advice from Central Coast Council food safety and trade waste officers, as well as the NSW Food Authority in an informal setting.Council Mayor, Lawrie McKinna said all local food businesses are encouraged to come along.“Whether you’ve been in the industry a long time or are only new to the scene, this is a fantastic opportunity to refresh your skills, expand your network and talk about food issues specific to our area,” Mayor McKinna said.“The session will include presentations on common food safety topics relevant to all retail food businesses, as well as an open discussion where you can share concerns and ideas.”There will be stalls at the event hosted by the NSW Food Authority, the NSW Shellfish Committee, Service NSW and Central Coast Council food safety and trade waste officers.