Central Coast Council Mayor Jane Smith has welcomed the collaboration between Council and Transport for NSW which will see 49 mature trees retained at Kangy Angy around the proposed new access road to Orchard Road.

Local residents have been calling for a change to the plans to save the trees and this has been achieved with a reclassification and redesign of the new access road to Orchard Road.

Council Mayor Jane Smith said she was pleased residents’ concerns had been listened to and praised staff for their efforts in negotiating the right outcome for the community.

“We have listened to our community and responded in a positive way, delivering a great outcome for the residents in Kangy Angy,” Mayor Smith said.

“Council Directors Boris Bolgoff, Scott Cox and their teams must be congratulated and thanked for their strong leadership in making this happen.”

“This is what true collaboration is - two levels of government working together with the community’s best interest at heart.

“Council commend the community for their vigilance and support in helping us keep our natural environment protected for us and future generations.”