A Minns Labor Government will commit $8.5 million to get Gosford closer to its ambition to see Gosford’s iconic waterfront reach its full potential.
 
This is an ambitious project for an ambitious city, that once completed will support recreation, boost local tourism and create endless opportunities for local business.
 
The plans for Gosford Waterfront’s revatilisation is currently at a concept phase.
 
This funding will go towards a comprehensive investigation into the feasibility of creating an iconic waterfront, resulting in a business case that can be presented to Infrastructure NSW to progress the plans through the Gateway process.
 
With a business case in hand, it will finally create certainty over what can be delivered along the Gosford Waterfront, and provide confidence for any future investment decisions.
 
Labor has always believed that Gosford needs to transform from a city with a waterfront into a waterfront city to unlock its economic and public amenity potential.

When Labor was last in Government it left office with the comprehensive ‘Our City Our Destiny’ plan which featured deep consultation with community, business and local Government about what could be achieved on the waterfront.
 
Labor’s $8.5 million commitment is the largest funding announcement to delivering a vibrant Gosford Waterfront since 2011 and reaffirms our commitment to reinvigorate Gosford city.

This investment will come from the $23.2 million the Greater Cities Commission have apportioned to the Central Coast but is not allocated to any projects.
 
Chris Minns, NSW Labor Leader said:
 
“This has been talked about for far too long. We need to get the ball moving and that is exactly what Labor will do if we have the privilege of forming Government in March next year.
 
“A project of this scale has the potential to transform the community, provide opportunities for local jobs and help grow the local economy. It just needs a government with the belief and will to get it done.
 
“The people of the Central Coast have passionate advocates in David Harris, Liesl Tesch and David Mehan.
 
“Together we are determined to get this going.”
 
David Harris, Shadow Minister for the Central Coast said:
 
“Labor is committed to a project that delivers maximum public space, is iconic visually and creates employment and tourism opportunities.

“After 12 years of Liberal Government Central Coast people have become cynical about projects never delivered, so we want to ensure before moving forward a detailed feasibility study is undertaken which is inclusive of public consultation.

“I was involved in the original public consultation – Gosford Challenge which was award winning, and we wish to return to that format.

“Unfortunately, the current government were deaf and blind to that vision.”
 
Liesl Tesch, Member for Gosford said:

“A vibrant Gosford Waterfront has potential to be the biggest drawcard for locals and visitors alike. It will transform Gosford into a city we can be proud of.

“The Gosford waterfront is a jewel of opportunity and we need to ensure that our city is connected to the fantastic Brisbane Water.

“Now I am determined to shine a positive spotlight on Gosford by connecting the city to our waterfront.

David Mehan, Member for The Entrance said:

“We have had 12 years of inaction and no real investment in Gosford by the NSW Liberal Government.”

“This announcement reaffirms Labor’s commitment to delivering more public space, improving amenity and unlocking the economic potential of our majestic waterfront.


CHRIS MINNS
NSW LABOR LEADER

DAVID HARRIS MP
SHADOW MINISTER FOR THE CENTRAL COAST
MEMBER FOR WYONG
 
LIESL TESCH MP
MEMBER FOR GOSFORD
 
DAVID MEHAN
MEMBER FOR THE ENTRANCE