Heritage
Understand Central Coast’s heritage and how its protected
Heritage consists of the places and objects that we have inherited from the past and that we want to pass on to future generations. The Central Coast is home to a rich tapestry of both Aboriginal and European histories, evident in our cultural landmarks, built environments, and distinctive natural landscapes.
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What heritage meansLearn about heritage significance and why it matters
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Local historyDiscover the Central Coast’s local history and find helpful resources
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Heritage items, conservation areas and archaeological sitesFind out how we protect heritage items, conservation areas and archaeological sites
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Aboriginal cultural heritageUnderstand more about Aboriginal cultural heritage places and items
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Heritage and developmentFind information about development applications and heritage exemptions
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Heritage support and resourcesDiscover heritage studies, stakeholder groups and links to resources
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Heritage attractions and tourismLearn about heritage attractions, including parks and activities, places and stories
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Cemeteries and MonumentsRefer to the cemeteries page for obtaining a burial site, information on the monumental works process, and historical cemeteries
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Heritage frequently asked questionsCommon heritage related question received by Central Coast Council
What's happening?
Find out more about some important and exciting projects that have been rolled out in your local LGA.
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Jaques Street, Ourimbah MasterplanThe adopted Masterplan for 1A Jaques Street, Ourimbah
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Central Coast Heritage StudyA Let's Talk Woy Woy discussion about existing places of heritage significance
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Burns Place Conservation PlanHeritage conservation and preservation of Burns Place
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Central Coast Thematic HistoryThe Thematic History unites the former Gosford City and Wyong Shire Councils
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Heritage conservation on the Central CoastWe are updating the heritage controls in the Development Control Plan
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Gosford Memorial Park and Rotary Park Landscape MasterplanHeritage conservation and preservation of Gosford Memorial Park and Rotary Park