The NSW Government is investing $38.3 million over four years to overhaul skills training on the Central Coast, delivering modern, industry-aligned facilities across TAFE NSW campuses at Gosford, Ourimbah and Wyong.
The funding is aimed at future-proofing vocational education by creating industry-standard training spaces that mirror real workplaces and prepare students for jobs in the region’s fastest-growing sectors.
The upgrades will be delivered in consultation with TAFE NSW teaching delivery teams to ensure facilities are practical, fit for purpose and support high-quality, industry-aligned training.
TAFE NSW Gosford will receive a major upgrade, including a new state-of-the-art simulated health hub for ageing, disability and nursing training. The campus will also gain a dedicated Aboriginal Yarning Circle and relocated student support services to improve access and engagement for learners.
At Ourimbah, the campus will be transformed with new simulated hair and beauty salons, fitness and remedial massage facilities, upgraded horticulture training spaces, a refreshed library, enhanced student support services, and modern general-purpose learning spaces.
TAFE NSW Wyong will be strengthened as a trades powerhouse, with new engineering, machining and fabrication facilities. These additions will build on existing electrotechnology, plumbing and automotive training, alongside new learning spaces and staff work areas.
Staged works are set to commence in early 2026, with benefits for local students and the broader community to be delivered progressively as projects are completed.
minister for skills, TAFE and tertiary education Steve Whan said the investment was focused on linking skills development directly to employment outcomes.
“This is a big investment in skills that lead directly to jobs on the Central Coast,” he said. “We’re bringing training together in modern hubs and making sure students are learning in facilities that reflect real workplaces and real employer needs.
“It means better training, stronger outcomes and more opportunities for people to build careers close to home.”
minister for the Central Coast and member for Wyong David Harris said the Wyong upgrades would play a key role in supporting the region’s growing trades workforce.
“This investment is about backing local workers and local industry with the skills they need to grow,” he said. “The new engineering, machining and fabrication facilities at TAFE NSW Wyong will strengthen our growing region’s trades pipeline and give people the chance to train for secure, well-paid jobs right here on the Central Coast.”
member for Gosford Liesl Tesch said the Gosford health facilities would deliver lasting benefits for both students and the community.
“This is a significant boost for health training in Gosford,” she said. “A dedicated simulated health hub means students training in ageing, disability and nursing can develop hands-on, job-ready skills locally, supporting both our workforce and our community.
This is about transforming TAFE NSW to deliver the best vocational outcomes for our Coasties.”
member for The Entrance David Mehan said the Ourimbah investment would enhance the student experience across multiple disciplines.
“Ourimbah is a key training campus for the Central Coast, and this investment takes it to the next level,” he said. “Upgraded hair and beauty, fitness and remedial massage facilities, improved horticulture spaces and better student services will make a real difference to students and their learning experience.”
