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Central Coast

FJ's Rock Lookout, Mount White
Photo by James Horan Photography

Central Coast Council, Mayor and Councillors

The Central Coast Council is represented by 15 Councillors who were elected for a 4-year term, until September 2028.
A Councillor’s role as an elected representative is to provide an essential link between the community and Council. Councillors must work as a team to make decisions and policies that guide the activities of the council.

Your Voice, Our Coast

Have Your Say

Your Voice, Our Coast is our online platform where you can give us your feedback and provide input and direction into Council projects on the Central Coast. 

Whether it be playgrounds, parks or major infrastructure this is the place to share your thoughts, ideas and opinions! Help shape your community, your region, your future.

Latest News

  • Council news

    Council invites community input on the draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030

    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.
    • 02/03/2026
  • Council news

    Community invited to have their say on Gosford Special Entertainment Precinct

    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.
    • 24/02/2026
  • Council news

    What happened to the old skate ramp at EDSAAC Bateau Bay?

    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.
    • 23/02/2026
  • Council news

    Help design new skate parks at Budgewoi and East Gosford

    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 â€¢    Hylton Moore Oval, East Gosford  The existing skate parks are limited in their offerings with ageing infrastructure.
    • 23/02/2026


Things to do on the Central Coast

From cooking classes to concerts to farmer markets, explore activities the community has to offer.

  • three people riding bikes on a dirt road
  • Central Coast hinterland experiences
  • Central Coast waterways and coastlines
  • Hands of a woman creating a crochet design
  • Great North Walk
  • Plate of fresh oysters

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