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THE CENTRAL COAST HE CENTRAL COAST 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS THE CENTRAL COAST - OVERVIEW 3 THE CENTRAL COAST 4 Lifestyle 4 Population 5 Employment 6 Education and Health 7 Major Industries 8 Utilities and Telecommunications 10 Transport 11 REFERENCES 13 THE CENTRAL COAST 3 THE CENTRAL COAST - At a Glance The Central Coast region of NSW covers 1,854 sq. km. It stretches along Population the Pacific Ocean from the Hawkesbury River in the south to the shores 312,184 of Lake Macquarie in the north and west to the Dooralong and Yarramalong Valleys. Occupied Private The Region includes the local government areas of Gosford and Wyong. The City of Gosford forms the southern half of the Central Coast, while Dwellings the Wyong Shire reaches north to Lake Macquarie. 87.0% The Central Coast is characterised by natural attractions such as Brisbane Waters and Tuggerah Lakes, numerous ocean beaches and Homes owned mountain forests. outright The attractive physical environment of the area and close proximity to 34.6% the major cities of Sydney and Newcastle has allowed the Central Coast to become an important residential, business and tourist hub. AREA: 1680.9 sq kms Residential growth has resulted in the Central Coast being one of the fastest growing regions in Australia. Servicing this rapidly growing population has MAJOR TOWNS: provided many opportunities for investors and business operators. This has - Gosford especially been the case in the retail sector. However the building and - Terrigal construction, and the property and business services industries are also - Wyong significant growth areas in the local economy. ROAD: The strategic location of the Central Coast provides access to markets To F3 Freeway: along the eastern seaboard. This has assisted the region in achieving a Gosford – 15 min significant growth in industrial areas and business parks involving both Terrigal – 25 min production and distribution activities. It has also led to the development Wyong – 10 min of a successful food and beverage manufacturing sector. AIR: The University of Newcastle and NSW TAFE, in answering the need for Gosford to Sydney educational facilities, have established a successful Central Coast Airport – 1 h 13 min Campus at Ourimbah. Terrigal to Newcastle & Sydney Airport - 1 h & 30 mins to both Wyong to Newcastle Airport - 1 hour TRAIN: Gosford to Gosford train station – 3 min Terrigal to Gosford train station – 20 min Wyong to Wyong Train Station – 3 min THE CENTRAL COAST 4 LIFESTYLE - Something for Everyone Surrounded by pristine beaches, semi-tropical lush hinterland and majestic national parks, the Central Coast is a gateway to nature and serenity but also boasts large shopping centres, parks and recreational facilities that are idyllic for family activities and events. The Central Coast is renowned for its natural beauty, iconic swimming and surfing beaches and relaxed lifestyle. Beaches Some of the Central Coast’s beaches include: Terrigal Beach - One of the Central Coast’s best -known beaches featuring magnificent pine trees, alfresco dining and a shopping strip of boutique stores. Terrigal’s harbour ‘The Haven’ is a popular place to dive, the town is a hive of activity. Killcare Beach - One of Australia’s top ten beaches, Killcare Beach maintains its beauty and seclusion despite it’s popularity. Family friendly and protected by a northeast and easterly swell with rock pools nearby. Bouddi National Park borders Killcare Beach on either end and offers bushwalkers a range of trails to explore, making the area a popular tourist spot. National Parks Bouddi National Park offers spectacular diverse landscapes – from beaches and steep cliffs through to rainforest. It is home to countless attractions, including one of Australia’s first marine protected areas, significant Aboriginal sites, unique animals and plant life. Brisbane Water National Park provides panoramic views spread from The 100m high cliffs overlooking the Hawkesbury River at Warrah Trig and HMAS Adelaide Staples Lookouts. Aboriginal art may be seen on the sandstone that was landscape with engravings at Bulgandry on Woy Woy Road. recently sunk at Wining & Dining Avoca Beach The Central Coast is plentiful with family restaurants, romantic dining is expected to options and casual cafes. generate Seasalt - A favourite amongst locals of the Central Coast, and visitors millions of alike, Seasalt is the premier restaurant of Crowne Plaza Terrigal. dollars in Oceanfront on Terrigal beach and overlooking The Haven, Seasalt is tourism renowned for fresh seafood, attentive service and a skillful wine list. and follow-on Manfredi at Bells - Located at the heart of the Bells at Killcare Boutique revenue for the Hotel, Restaurant & Spa, Manfredi at Bells commands a prominant position in coast’s economy the Manor House with an elegant dining room and verandah overlooking expansive manicured gardens. The restaurant menu is grounded in the core Manfredi values of authenticity, simplicity and freshness, featuring seasonal dishes inspired by the produce grown and harvested in the estate’s famous vegetable garden, known as Stefano’s garden. THE CENTRAL COAST 5 POPULATION and EMPLOYMENT Population In the 2011 Census, there were 312,184 people living on The Central Coast; of these 48.3% were male and 51.7% were female. The median age was 41 years. Children aged 0 - 14 years made up 19.4% of the population, and people aged 65 years and over made up 19.0% of the population. The Central Coast has shifted from being a retirement and holiday destination to a growing urban fringe area with the absorption and expansion of small coastal villages into urban areas. The population is dispersed and largely lives in a variety of urban settings that include towns, villages and neighbourhoods. Large centres on the Central Coast include Gosford, Tuggerah-Wyong, Erina, Woy Woy and The Entrance. The major catalyst for population growth on the Central Coast over the last thirty years has been improvements in transport infrastructure: the electrification of the railway and construction of the freeway to Sydney; the affordability of land and housing; the attraction of a coastal lifestyle and growth pressures in the Sydney metropolitan area. Prime Minister Julia Gillard recently joined Federal Infrastructure and Transport Minister Anthony Albanese and Robertson MP Deb O’Neill on the Central Coast to reaffirm Federal Labor’s $600 million plan to ease congestion and cut travel times along the F3, which connects Sydney to the Central Coast and Newcastle. The Plan also funds targeted improvements to tackle congestion and improve safety along the existing F3. As part of the Greater Metropolitan Region of Sydney, the nation’s largest city, the Central Coast will continue to experience growth pressures which are inextricably linked to the growth of Sydney. The State Government’s Greater Metropolitan Strategy ‘Shaping Our Cities’ foreshadows a continuation of rapid population growth on the Central Coast. Population growth is inevitable because the Central Coast is, and will remain, a highly desirable place to live; – and as Sydney continues to grow, the Central Coast will accommodate some of this increase in population. THE CENTRAL COAST 6 Employment The Central Coast offers advanced infrastructure, skilled workforces and attractive lifestyles, making the area a viable business alternative to Sydney for many major industries. Major sectors include: »» Warehousing and logistics »» Food processing »» Manufacturing »» Building and building products »» Health and community services »» Tourism »» Information communications technology (ICT) Continuing high population growth will place increased pressure on the Wyong Shire need to generate local employment. The number of jobs required for the Council has Central Coast as a whole has been estimated to be 42,600 in the period endorsed 2001 to 2021. The growth in employment for Wyong Shire residents has a major planning been estimated as 35,000 over this period and 7,600 for Gosford City. proposal Industry at Warnervale For employed residents living and working in the Wyong Shire, the key with the potential industries include retail trade (18.5%), manufacturing (12.7%), construction to create (10.7%) and health and community services (10.00%). Compared to Sydney more than and NSW, the region has a higher proportion of residents employed in these areas and a lower proportion in finance and insurance, property and 1300 jobs business, transport and wholesale trade industries. and provide Occupation $1 billion Intermediate clerical, sales and service workers are the highest worth of investment occupation category for employed people on the Central Coast, accounting for 17% of the workforce. This is consistent with Sydney. to the area __________ The region is largely represented by people employed in trades related occupations (14.5 %), intermediate product and transport (8.2%), Plans include labourers and related occupations (8.7%) and elementary clerical sales a new and services (11.0%). business park Tuggerah Business Park is a landmark development by Sydney-based which will provide Terrace Tower Group and is regarded as the region’s foremost business a significant location. The Business Park covers an area of 75 hectares and provides number of jobs the ideal environment for light manufacturing, warehousing and for residents distribution as well as office operations. The Park is strategically living on the positioned to take full advantage of the nearby Tuggerah Railway Central Coast Station,
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