Council
Central Coast Council is responsible for the sixth largest urban area in Australia.
Central Coast Council is responsible for the sixth largest urban area in Australia. Our Council area is 1681 square kilometres, which makes us far bigger geographically than Canberra.
The most recent projected population of the Central Coast by 2036 is 415,050. That’s a 23% increase in population, of approximately 80,000 people. Planning for growth and maintaining the lifestyle that our community enjoys is important for Council.
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Public Inquiry
The Public Inquiry into Central Coast Council has concluded and the report is available.
Election and Referendum
A Constitutional Referendum will be held in 2024 to determine the future number of Central Coast Councillors.
Sister Cities
Edogawa City Council, JapanOur sister city relationship with Edogawa City Council in Japan is all about promoting friendship, cooperation and cultural exchange.
Visitor information
The Central Coast is home to beautiful beaches adventurous activities and gourmet delights making it the ideal destination for a weekend away relaxing holiday or picturesque sea change.
Cemeteries
Council is responsible for five operational cemeteries and six historic cemeteries including those located at Jilliby Noraville and Yarramalong.
Heritage
Heritage consists of the places and objects that we have inherited from the past and that we want to pass on to future generations.
Citizenship Ceremonies
Becoming an Australian citizen is an important decision to make which will impact you and your family’s future.
Ranger services
Council Rangers enforce legislation that works towards a safer, cleaner and more pleasant community.
Forms and publications
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Finance Monthly Reports
Council’s promise to the community is sound financial management and sharing information regularly about its financial position. The Finance Monthly Reports provide consolidated financial information relevant to the operations, capital expenditure funding and cash position of Council. The reports cover the key areas of Council’s finances including year to date trading position for the consolidated entity, water and sewer funds and general/drainage/waste funds;
Community Directory
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Financial Recovery Plan
Council has met all milestones and targets in its Financial Recovery Plan that was put in place in late 2020.