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:

The Creative Journey Art Trail is back for 2026! Expressions of Interest have now closed for Creative Journey Art Trail 2026, a Council-led open studio art trail celebrating the diverse and vibrant creative community on the Coast.Following a successful inaugural year, Creative Journey returns in 2026, inviting local artists, makers and creative collectives to open their studios and creative spaces to the public and showcase their work as part of a region wide cultural experience.The Creative Journey trail will take place across the Central Coast from Saturday 6 - Monday 8 June 2026.About Creative JourneyCreative Journey is an initiative of Central Coast Council that supports local visual artists and makers by providing a platform to:Showcase their work and creative spacesConnect with visitors and the local communityIncrease visibility and professional opportunitiesContribute to a growing regional cultural programThe open studio trail encourages residents and visitors to explore the Central Coast, discover local creativity and engage directly with artists in their working environments.Who can applyExpressions of Interest are open to:Visual artistsDesignersMakersCreative collectivesApplicants must have a studio or creative space located on the Central Coast and be available to participate during the Creative Journey trail dates.Both emerging and established creatives are encouraged to apply.What participation involvesSuccessful applicants will be invited to:Open their studio or creative space to the public during the trailBe included in Council led marketing and promotional activityFeature on the Creative Journey trail map and digital platformsCouncil will support the program through coordinated promotion across Council and Love Central Coast channels.

District playspace, Illoura Reserve, Davistown

We have welcomed funding through the NSW Social Cohesion Grants for Local Government to deliver ‘Connected Communities’ - an initiative designed to strengthen community connections, particularly supporting people from migrant and refugee backgrounds.

A wild rabbit control program is set to take place across Greater Sydney Local Government Areas, including the Central Coast, on 2 March 2026.Led by Greater Sydney Local Land Services, Central Coast Council is participating in the program to release the Rabbit Haemorrhagic Disease Virus (RHDV1-K5) — also known as Calicivirus — at seven locations on the Central Coast:

Central Coast Council will commence a dredging program for The Entrance Channel on Monday 16 February 2026.The commencement of the project follows the June 2025 Ordinary Council meeting resolution to allocate $1.2 million to fund dredging in Tuggerah Lake.Councillor Rachel Stanton, Chair of the Coastal, Estuary and Floodplain Risk Management Subcommittee said Council’s dredging program responds to community feedback.“The start of this program shows Council’s commitment to turning community priorities into action.

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.

Central Coast Council is inviting people living with disability, carers, advocates and community organisations to review and provide feedback on Central the draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030, now on public exhibition.The draft plan outlines practical actions to improve access and inclusion across the region.

Central Coast Council will transition Gosford City Car Park (levels 1-5) and the Pay By Plate Parking Area (ground level) at 1 Baker Street, Gosford, to cashless payments only from 2 March 2026.The change forms part of the Smart Technology upgrade and reflects current customer behaviour, with only 2% of transactions made in cash.

Central Coast Council is pleased to announce the return of the Love Lanes Festival, taking place in Wyong on Saturday 7 February from 4-9pm.