The Minns Labor Government announced a $41 million investment in the upcoming State Budget to supercharge work on the revitalisation of the Gosford waterfront precinct.
Prior to the 2023 election, the Government committed $8.5 million to conduct feasibility studies on how to best revitalise Gosford’s waterfront to enhance public space and improve connectivity. With preliminary planning now complete, work can now begin to unlock the potential for Gosford’s long overlooked waterfront.
A key first stage will be to connect Gosford to Point Clare with a new boardwalk for pedestrians and cyclists, improving connectivity, accessibility and opening up Brisbane Water for the Central Coast community. The first phase of the revitalisation — to be funded in the 2026-27 NSW Budget — will deliver a one kilometre, 4.5-metre-wide boardwalk adjacent to the existing railway line over Brisbane Water. The boardwalk is planned to connect Goodaywang Reserve in Point Clare to Grahame Park at Gosford waterfront, and will connect into an enhanced public domain from Grahame Park to the Gosford Scout Hall, with additional works to include a new waterfront café.
Premier of New South Wales Chris Minns said, “Central Coast residents are lucky to have some of the best waterfront views in the world. Being able to enjoy this natural asset alongside modern, public amenities shouldn’t be restricted to places like Sydney Harbour.”
Minister for the Central Coast David Harris said, “Gosford has amazing potential, and revitalising the waterfront into a vibrant destination linking the city and its surrounds is a key part of this picture. The Central Coast community made almost 3,500 submissions last year when asked about their vision for the Gosford Waterfront. The results were clear: the majority want to see more places to walk and cycle, so I am delighted our Government will soon begin work on bringing the community’s vision to life.”
Minister for Lands and Property Steve Kamper said, “Our vision is to transform the Gosford waterfront into a vibrant destination, and a brand new walkway will let families, visitors and locals soak up the views on the journey between Gosford and Point Clare.”
Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch said, “Almost exactly a year ago, I stood alongside our community in launching a petition calling on this project to be delivered, and I am thrilled to see this vision become a reality. This investment provides a vital connection for our growing community to our spectacular natural landscape through active recreation as our city continues to grow.”
Media Release from the Offices of Chris Minns, Premier of NSW; David Harris, Minister for the Central Coast; and Steve Kamper, Minister for Lands and Property
