Re-establishment or establishment of Alcohol-Free Zones in the Central Coast Local Government Area
Central Coast Council is undertaking a review of current Alcohol-Free Zones (AFZ) across the Central Coast and is proposing to re-establish Alcohol-Free Zones in the locations listed on the below map.
If warranted, new locations may be considered and proposed for implementation. The establishment of any AFZ must be accordance with the Department of Local Government - Ministerial Guidelines on Alcohol Free Zones.
The aim of an AFZ is to reduce alcohol related crime, violence and anti-social behaviour in identified locations in order to help create a safer environment for the whole community. An AFZ is only established in areas where there is sufficient evidence of irresponsible behaviour as a result of drinking.
The proposed AFZ areas consists of public roads, car parks and footpaths, however, these zones will not restrict outdoor dining licences where Council approval has been granted.
The zones will be established for a period of four (4) years and Council is currently seeking feedback from the community regarding the proposed locations:
Avoca Beach; Bateau Bay; Berkeley Vale; Budgewoi; Chain Valley Bay; Copacabana, Empire Bay, Ettalong Beach, Gosford; Gwandalan; Killarney Vale; Killarney Vale; Kincumber; Kulnura; Lake Haven; Lake Munmorah; Long Jetty; Mannering Park; Narara; Niagara Park; Norah Head; Ourimbah; Patonga; Pearl Beach; San Remo; Saratoga; Shelly Beach; Summerland Point; Terrigal; The Entrance; The Entrance North; Toowoon Bay, Toukley; Umina Beach; Wadalba; Wamberal; Woy Woy and Wyong.
Should residents or community groups wish to explore the establishment of an AFZ, in the first instance they are encouraged to contact Council’s Project and Technical Officer, Engineering Services – Madalaine Anderson via email on infrastructureprojects@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au or by telephoning Council on 4306 7900.
Have your say
We are inviting you to share your feedback between Tuesday 4 June to Wednesday 3 July 2024 via:
- Completing the online submission form (preferred)
- email: ask@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au
- Post: PO Box 20, Wyong NSW 2259 addressed to Engineering Services
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AFZs may be used by Council to prohibit alcohol consumption and/or carrying of alcohol in public places to reduce anti-social behaviour and crime. These measures can help Council to keep public spaces and streets safe and enjoyable for residents and visitors.
Drinking of alcohol is prohibited in a zone that has been established by Council. These zones located within the Central Coast Local Government Area are enforced by the NSW Police.
AFZs apply to road-related public areas (e.g. public road, footpath or carpark). APAs apply to non road-related public places (e.g. parks, foreshore areas).
The review is in line with requirements set out in the Ministerial Guidelines. The re-establishment of existing AFZ must be undertaken every 4 years. Central Coast Council considers the establishment of new AFZs as part of the 4 yearly re-establishment process.
All feedback received is considered in determining the warrant for the re-establishment or creation of a new AFZ. Council also seeks feedback from NSW Police Force and relevant liquor accords in determining AFZs.
We are inviting you to share your feedback between Tuesday 4 June to Wednesday 3 July 2024 via:
- Completing the online submission form (preferred)
- email: ask@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au
- Post: PO Box 20, Wyong NSW 2259 addressed to Engineering Services