As the new year gets underway, we reflect on the most significant stories of 2025, month by month
Central Coast Council was ordered by the Land and Environment Court to pay close to half a million dollars after failing to maintain a sewage pipeline, which led to a major pollution incident in Narara Creek in April 2023.
Residents raised concerns that a heavy build-up of sand in The Entrance Channel could pose serious risks ahead of a forecast severe weather event.
The Council also faced allegations of anti-competitive conduct following its decision to enter exclusive lease negotiations with a single provider for a heliport at Central Coast Airport.
Council moved to crack down on illegal free camping by committing to install new signage at reserves and beachside car parks, banning overnight parking between 10pm and 5am.
A bold redevelopment proposal was unveiled for the former Froggy’s skating rink site and the old County Council building on Mann Street, Gosford, further boosting interest in apartments for sale central coast as urban renewal gains momentum.
ALAND’s Amalfi project is set to feature three striking oval-shaped glass towers, delivering new homes alongside a supermarket, café and restaurant.
Wyong Race Club marked its 150th anniversary, while the long-running and controversial PEP 11 offshore gas and oil exploration permit was officially knocked back after more than six years of community pressure.
The Pacific Highway upgrade through Wyong Town Centre edged closer to reality as the Coast geared up for Australia Day celebrations.
The Liberal Party pledged to put regional Australia front and centre if elected at the upcoming Federal election in May.
Gosford Bowling Club was forced to vacate its long-time home on council-owned land, ending years of legal and community efforts to remain on the site.
Central Coast Council announced its Citizens of the Year, with 10 locals also named in the 2025 Australia Day Honours List.
Central Coast skier Matt Graham claimed silver at a moguls World Cup event in the United States.
