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 once again inviting emerging and established makers and creators to join Creative Spaces with the opportunity to occupy the program’s container activations.The new location for the popular gallery container will be at Toukley’s Village Green, with the opportunity for the creative community to deliver installations, exhibitions, and creative workshops in three-month blocks.

Residents of Woy Woy and beyond are invited to have their say on three options for a new concept for Pelican Park Woy Woy with construction aiming to be completed before June 2024.Built in 1999, the popular waterfront playspace has reached the end of its design life and was slated to be closed two years ago due to safety concerns.

As Australia and Central Coast Council celebrates National Volunteer Week, a new pilot program has been announced, which provides an opportunity for residents to give back to the local community.Expressions of interest are now open on the Central Coast Visitor Services Young Ambassador Pilot Program.The 12-week-volunteer program has been designed to provide real industry experience and networking opportunities for 10 young people aged between 18 and 25 to help create pathways into the tourism industry.Council’s Director Community and Recreation Services, Melanie Smith, said the pilot program is a great opportunity for young people studying tourism or marketing.“Program participants will have the chance to meet experts and build on their educational experiences,” Ms Smith said.“One of the key aims of the program is to help the next generation break into the industry while also highlighting all that the Central Coast has to offer.“As well as this exciting youth program there are also volunteer opportunities at the recently revitalised Visitor Information Centre at The Entrance and we’re encouraging residents to register interest in becoming a Visitor Service Volunteer Ambassador, which is a wonderful chance for people to meet others and share their passion and love of the Central Coast.”Council Administrator Rik Hart said National Volunteer Week is the ideal time to reflect on the valuable contributions volunteers make to the community.“There are thousands of Central Coast residents making a difference in our community each and every day whether it’s helping out at school, doing a beach patrol over summer, improving our natural areas, or working with a charity,” Mr Hart said.“Council offers so many different types of volunteering opportunities no matter what your interest whether its tourism or land care.

Central Coast Council is inviting the community to celebrate NAIDOC Week 2024, at an official flag raising ceremony and breakfast BBQ on Monday morning 8 July 2024.NAIDOC Week, held across Australia from 7-14 July, honours the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.