The NSW Central Coast is set for increased visitation and a further boost to the local economy with new digital content to attract visitation to lesser-known areas of the region.This grant funded project which begun in 2021, led by Central Coast Council’s Marketing and Tourism Section (Destination Central Coast), has enabled the development of multiple online content hubs on LoveCentralCoast.com that showcase and promote a diverse range of local tourism products, services and experiences to potential visitors – and aims to support the economic and social recovery of regional communities impacted by the bushfires of 2019-2020.Council Director Community and Recreation Services, Melanie Smith said many of the Central Coast’s unique offerings and experiences are on display to attract people from Sydney, NSW and beyond.“The newly launched content hubs on LoveCentralCoast.com offer locals and guests to the region the opportunity to explore areas of the Central Coast they may not be aware of.

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.

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.

Council Acting Mayor John Mouland has welcomed the NSW Government’s Planning System Reforms Bill 2025, calling it a transformative step toward streamlining development processes and unlocking housing and economic growth across the region.Recently passed by both houses of Parliament, the Bill marks the most significant update to the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 in nearly 50 years.“This is a pivotal moment for regions like ours,” said Acting Mayor Mouland. “For too long, complex and overlapping planning processes have delayed the delivery of essential housing, infrastructure, and jobs.

MEDIA RELEASECentral Coast Council is asking locals to tell them how they like to play, slide, climb, and swing as the region’s Playspace Strategy is updated.

Central Coast Council is pleased to announce the completion of improvement works at the iconic Grant McBride Baths at The Entrance, which were funded by a Federal Government grant program.

Central Coast Council this week brought together more than 100 industry leaders, government representatives, and community stakeholders at Gosford Regional Library for a forum focused on shaping the region’s future.Council shared updates on key projects including the Development Assessment Improvement Project, Road Renewal Program, 10-year infrastructure pipeline, Coastal Management Program, and Employment Lands Strategy.

Central Coast Council is progressing a series of flood studies across the region, aimed at improving community safety, resilience and preparedness for flood events.

Central Coast Council is continuing to transform Toukley Village Green into a vibrant cultural hub through its Creative Spaces program, which has been activating public spaces across the Coast for more than three years.Since mid-September, Central Coast artist Susan Merchant, also known as The Graphic Merchant, has been in residence at the Gallery Container.

The Central Coast is gearing up for another round of second-hand shopping as the Garage Sale Trail returns for 2025.