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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. Meet the Mayor and Councillors.

Back Row (L to R) Cr Corinne Lamont, Cr Kyle McGregor, Cr John McNamara, Cr Trent McWaide, Cr Jared Wright 
Middle Row (L to R) Cr Jane Smith, Cr Belinda Neal, Cr Rachel Stanton, Cr Kyla Daniels 
Front Row (L to R) Cr Margot Castles, Deputy Mayor Doug Eaton OAM, Mayor Lawrie McKinna, Cr Sharon Walsh, Cr Helen Crowley

Plan and prepare for emergencies

Bushfires and severe storms are more common this time of year and can impact any of our communities on the Central Coast. Being prepared for emergencies can save lives, property and helps our community to recover more quickly from emergency events when they do occur. 

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
    Local student wins National Water Week art prize
    Central Coast Council is thrilled to announce that Woodport Public School student, Autumn was recently named the National Winner in the Year 3–4 category of the National Water Week Primary School Poster Competition.Autumn’s winning artwork was chosen from thousands of entries nationwide and illustrates the essential connection between the health of our waterways and the quality of our drinking water.The National Water Week Annual Poster Competition inspires young people to have a greater awareness of our precious water resource.
    01/11/2024
    Council news
    Mayor's Message: Tons of cars, chrome and tunes at Chromefest
    I had a great time with my two grandsons at ChromeFest on Sunday celebrating all things rock ‘n’ roll.
    28/10/2024
    Council news
    100% of Central Coast’s ocean beaches and ocean pools rated Good or Very Good!
    The 2023-2024 State of the Beaches Report has rated 100% of Central Coast beaches as Good or Very Good – a improvement on the 2022-2023 Report.Significantly Terrigal Beach has improved to Good after three years of a Poor rating, which is a great result.The annual report gives a grading for each designated swim site from Very Good to Poor and is an indicator of suitability for swimming.
    27/10/2024
    Council news
    Central Coast Council playspace renewals 2024
    We are excited to announce the completion of thirteen playspace renewals across the Central Coast under the 2023-24 Local Playspace Renewal Program. These renewals are part of our commitment to providing safe, inclusive and engaging play experiences for children of all abilities.The playspace renewals were funded through Council's forward planning and capital works budget.
    22/10/2024
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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