Central Coast, New South Wales - Definition

The Central Coast is a region of the Australian state of New South Wales, lying on the coastline north of Sydney and south of Lake Macquarie and Newcastle. The region is a network of towns that have been linked in recent years by expanding suburban development. Gosford is the main centre of the region. Other commercial centres are Wyong, Tuggerah, The Entrance, Terrigal, Erina and Woy Woy. Large numbers of people who live in the southern part of this area commute daily to work in Sydney. It is also a popular destination for holidaying, and for retirement. The Australian Bureau of Statistics considers the Central Coast part of the Sydney Metropolitan Area when calculating its population.

The Central Coast is administered by Gosford City Council and Wyong Shire Council.