Central Coast becomes its own Covid region

NSW Deputy Premier Mr John Barilaro has acknowledged the Central Coast as a region for the purpose of Covid-19 restrictions.

"This is a huge win for the Central Coast and a significant step forward in our fight to have the Central Coast recognised as a stand-alone region with Gosford as our capital city," said Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks.

"The reclassification of the Coast as part of regional NSW means if the case numbers on the Central Coast remain low, and if the health advice allows, we will come out of lockdown with the rest of regional NSW.

"While this is an important step forward, there is still more to do to ensure the Central Coast is treated like a stand-alone region by various departments and agencies, across all levels of government."

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Media release, 20 Aug 2021

Lucy Wicks, Member for Robertson