Central Coast Council has released a Request For Information (RFI) for the general aviation industry and individuals interested in operating their business at Central Coast Airport to determine future demand requirements.
The RFI follows Council’s decision to proceed to Gateway 1 and 2 of the Central Coast Airport Development Framework. The outcomes of the RFI process will inform the development of the Draft Central Coast Airport Masterplan.
The Masterplan will set a coherent framework for development whilst providing certainty for the community to protect environmental and conservation land by identifying and excising these lands from any developable land.
Council Director Corporate Affairs, Natalia Cowley, said Council is excited to be presenting an opportunity for the aviation industry and interested parties to have their say in determining the demand behind the Central Coast Airport Masterplan.
“We have established community support through Council’s independent telephone survey results, with respondents largely in support of the opportunities the Airport will present for local job creation and training, benefits to local business through investment, and an increase in local tourism,” Ms Cowley said.
“Council is now looking forward to the voice of our Coast’s general aviation industries forming an integral part of the Central Coast Airport Masterplan.”
The general aviation hub will complement other planned developments in Council’s northern precinct, including Warnervale business and education precinct, Warnervale town centre and Wyong Employment Zone industrial lands.
Council Administrator, Rik Hart, said the repeal of the Warnervale Airport Restrictions Act in 2021 provided the community with a clear signal regarding the future of the Central Coast Airport at Warnervale.
“Council is committed to following due process and considering all areas in planning the Airport,” Mr Hart said.
“Our engagement and consultation with the general aviation industry will more broadly see their contribution help drive economic infrastructure, further connect communities and enhance the wider economic performance of our in-demand region.”
Council will be exploring funding opportunities upon finalisation of the Masterplan.
