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Contentious Avoca Beach Theatre application deferred again ollowing over 1,500 public objections and around 800 supporting s u b m i s s i o n s , Gosford Council has deferred its decision on a contentious application to redevelop the Avoca Beach Theatre.

The proposal is seeking to add four cinemas to the site as well as a cafe and gallery, five residential units and basement car parking. Gosford City’s mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna said the council was still very keen to try and make the redevelopment workable. “Council staff did recommend that this development application should be refused for a number of reasons,” mayor Cr McKinna said. “But, we strongly believe there is still an opportunity for council staff and the developer to try and see whether the redevelopment of this important, iconic community facility could be delivered in a more suitable and acceptable way. “At this stage, there are still concerns about the proposal’s excessive size and height, as well as whether it is in the community’s best interests.

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“Although we received well over 1,500 individual letters and signatures objecting to this proposal, it’s important to acknowledge that we also received around 800 individual letters and signatures supporting it as part of the application’s public exhibition.

“Councillors have also been advised by council staff that the site’s flooding risks are too significant to ignore, especially for this proposal. “With the site located in an existing floodway, the proposed vehicle access and basement car parking for the redevelopment

pose serious public safety risks if the site floods. “However, council has now deferred its decision on this proposal and asked the CEO to meet with the applicant and gauge their preparedness to amend the current design to address these concerns and others.

“We’ve also asked for a further report to be provided to the council at its next available meeting after March next year.” The decision was a source of contention at council’s final meeting of the year with the gallery full to the brim and overflowing into the foyer.

Councillors did not unanimously decide on the deferral with Greens Cr Hillary Morris saying she didn’t see what a further three months was going to achieve. “There has been plenty of time to reach an agreement,” said Cr Morris. “The theatre is a wonderful community asset, there is no doubt about that, and I certainly hope we don’t lose it.” Cr Gabby Bowles said the application was “an emotional one” for her as it was one of the first emails she received when she was elected as a councillor. “There’s a lot of different opinions about whether the owners have a sound and reasonable reason to expand, but I don’t believe that’s council’s decision to decide. “None of us want to see this theatre close… but the report as it stands now is not something I can support,” said Cr Bowles. Mayor Cr McKinna said: “I would like to sincerely thank every resident for their comments and feedback on this proposal, and patience while we continue to assess the application.” Media release, 10 Dec 2014 Gosford Council Media Kaitlin Watts, 18 Dec 2014

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Council will construct the reserve’s $1.4 million rock revetment, spend $200,000 in landscaping and conduct a feasibility study for a counciloperated dredge to renourish Ettalong Beach. Plans to construct groynes near the reserve have been dropped,

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and the remaining funding will be reallocated to other projects. The change of scope is expected to deliver a number of benefits to the community and council, according to Council’s community growth director Ms Judy Jaeger. These include better protection of heritage items, local properties and infrastructure, as well as maintaining amenity and beach access, and extending a similar seawall from Ettalong Foreshore Reserve to Lance Webb Reserve.

The Peninsula Chamber of Commerce president Mr Matthew Wales said he was pleased that Gosford Council has agreed to continue with the revetment wall upgrade works on the Ettalong foreshore in Lance Webb Reserve. “Council’s decision to change the scope of upgrade works in and around Ettalong Foreshore’s Lance Webb Reserve is welcome news,” said Mr Wales. “The dredge option is a position that the Chamber has advocated for many years.

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retail outcomes for the town centre. “The Chamber understands that the redevelopment should be completed in September 2015 which means the new facility and forecourt area will be open for business leading into the busy summer period next year. “The outcome is a great example of community engagement and co-

operation.” Media release, 8 Dec 2014 Matthew Wales, Peninsula Chamber of Commerce Media release, 28 Nov 2014 Tim Sowden, ofﬁce of Lucy Wicks MP Photo: Craig Bucello

“We see this as being essential in ensuring that the renourishment of Ettalong Beach is sustainable, similar to the way that the beach in Noosa Queensland is maintained. “We also support the shelving of the previous plans to construct groynes in the reserve’s vicinity with those funds reallocated to other projects. “The construction of groynes has had mixed success in the past and it is our view that regular sand renourishment is more effective. “This decision clearly

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Contentious Avoca Beach Theatre application deferred again ollowing over 1,500 public objections and around 800 supporting submissions, Gosford Council has deferred its decision on a contentious application to redevelop the Avoca Beach Theatre.

Groynes abandoned as upgrade proceeds Gosford Council will upgrade Lance Webb Reserve on the Ettalong foreshore, but will abandon plans to construct groynes on the beach.

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The demolition of the Woy Woy Oval grandstand began on Friday, November 28, following the approval of $3.5 million in funding to Gosford Council for the oval redevelopment.

new short term spaces within the car park immediately to the north of the new development. “While parking is a major issue for retailers in the Woy Woy town centre, this design reaches a good compromise between the needs of the sporting community, the desire to activate the street front and the necessity to provide parking and

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yong Council has received a proposal from the Australia China Theme Park Pty Ltd to rezone land at Sparks Rd, Warnervale, to allow for the development of a $500 million cultural theme park – Chappypie China Time.

Council will now forward the planning proposal to the Department of Planning and Environment (DPE) seeking permission through a gateway determination to proceed in the preparation of a planning proposal to amend the Wyong LEP to facilitate the Theme Park. The land is currently zoned industrial which allows a theme park but the height is currently very restrictive. The theme park, set

on 15.7 hectares of land, would create jobs in the construction phase and an additional 1,000 ongoing jobs once completed. The rezoning will be subject to community and agency consultation with the results to be reported back to council. Mayor Cr Doug Eaton said: “I am personally excited that this proposal has got to this stage.” “This is a development, along with a regional airport, that can completely transform

our Shire and turn us into a key tourist destination. “We desperately need more local jobs, particularly for our young people, and thousands of local jobs will be created during construction alone, which is great news. “The spin offs in terms of tourism jobs and dollars ﬂowing in our Shire are huge and it will really put Wyong Shire on the map.” Media statement, 10 Dec 2014 Wyong Council media

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development application for a $40 million development of 126 apartments, shops and a restaurant with parking and public domain works at 14 The Entrance Rd and 2 Ocean Pde, The Entrance, has been submitted to Wyong Council.

The development would consist of the construction of a podium and tower style building totalling 20 storeys which would include shops and restaurants and 126 apartments, 35 of which would be one-bedroom, 57 two-bedroom and 34 three-bedroom. The development would also cater for 209 parking spaces, communal open space and facilities such as a pool and barbecues.

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Council made a submission to the Joint Regional Planning Panel in support of the application which was considered by the Hunter Central Coast JRPP on December 18, however, at the time Wyong Regional chronicle went to press the outcome was not available. Deputy Mayor Cr Lynne Webster said: “This is the development everyone has been waiting for.”

“This will mean better housing options for our residents, and better accommodation, retail and dining options for the many tourists who come here. “This represents a $40 million investment in the local economy and the community will beneﬁt from the job creation and tourism opportunities that will follow.” Media statement, 10 Dec 2014 Wyong Council media

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demonstrates council’s ongoing commitment to the upgrading of the Ettalong Beach foreshore. “The funding of the works will ensure better protection of local properties and public infrastructure and link in with the recently completed foreshore works,” said Mr Wales. Gosford Council agenda GRO.32, 9 Dec 2014 Media release, 10 Dec 2014 Matthew Wales, Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

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Two major residential developments approved

wo major residential developments worth over $24 million in and around Gosford’s city centre were approved by Gosford Council at its last meeting for the year on Tuesday, December 9.

Councillors also supported a number of key incentives and initiatives to keep driving the city centre’s revitalisation. Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna said the approval of the residential developments in Gosford’s CBD and Point Frederick was a great way to end a record year for the area. “This year has seen a record amount of potential development worth over $500 million lodged with council for the Gosford CBD area and its surrounds,” mayor Cr McKinna said. “Council has now given the green light to a 14-storey, $12 million mixed use building that includes 50 residential units and ground floor commercial premises on Mann St in the CBD between Faunce St and Beane St. “We’ve also given the go ahead for a $12.2

million, six-storey building comprising 54 residential units on York St in Point Frederick not far from the Gosford Waterfront. “I’m confident that these latest approvals signal the start of turning this year’s investor confidence and development potential into reality,” he said. Gosford Council’s CEO Mr Paul Anderson said it was very pleasing to see that councillors had also backed a series of initiatives and incentives that are critical to the city centre’s revitalisation. “Our long running incentive for CBD development that offers a bonus 30% increase in floor space and building height to eligible applicants will now be extended for another year,” Mr Anderson said. “In fact, the $12 million Mann St and $12.2 million York St residential

developments approved by council last night took advantage of this very development incentive. “Council also adopted the recommendations from our staff’s latest report on planning for the city centre. “Pending the preparation of a planning proposal, these recommendations could see a number of exciting changes to planning controls in the CBD including possibly raising the height of buildings to 30 storeys or more. “And following our participation in the Future Cities Program recently, we’ll now be setting up a dedicated council task force to drive the implementation of the Gosford City Centre Masterplan as well as the city centre’s revitalisation,” he said. Media release, 10 Dec 2014 Gosford Council Media

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Peat Island planning proposal to be prepared lans to revitalise Peat Island were discussed on Tuesday, December 9, with Gosford Council endorsing the preparation of a planning proposal that could see key land in the area rezoned.

If this planning proposal is eventually approved by the NSW Minister for Planning, 18 lots at Mooney Mooney (including Peat Island) would be rezoned, allowing the land to be used for a mix of residential, community, environmental, recreation and employment development. Gosford City’s mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna said the council was very keen to see the NSW Government owned land rezoned so that the area could be transformed into a modern and dynamic part of the Central Coast. “Most of the land is currently zoned for hospital use, which is clearly outdated and needs to be changed. “The NSW Government’s latest concept plans for the site are very ambitious and exciting. “It envisages improved community and emergency facilities, foreshore access and public recreation spaces as well as a marina and local retail centre, public wharf facilities and more residential housing. “Importantly, it has the potential to deliver a major, long-term boost for the local community and positive flow on effects for local jobs, tourism and other investment.

“But, making sure this is the best future mix of land uses for the area is something that will need to be looked at closely as part of the planning proposal that now needs to be prepared by council,” he said. The preparation of a planning proposal for this rezoning will include public exhibition. “By allowing this planning proposal to be prepared, council has ensured that the community will have the opportunity to provide formal input into determining the appropriate zones and development for the land,” said mayor Cr McKinna. The Community Environment Network (CEN), however, has condemned the decision. CEN chairman Mr John Asquith said: “This rezoning is an excessive over development of an iconic landscape.” “From Tuggerah to Wahroonga, 100,000 people travel along the freeway daily, and for 80km they are in bushland. “If this rezoning goes ahead an ugly scar will ruin that experience. “This over development involves: loss of public land for private housing; clearing of Tank Hill which will be clearly visible from

the freeway; houses, shops and service station in a near pristine area, which adjoins five national parks or nature reserves; people living near Peat Island will need freeway sound barriers to meet ambient noise standards; more sewerage into Hawkesbury from another 450 houses; and loss of views and amenity from the freeway and from adjoining walking tracks and lookouts. “Everyone accepts that something needs to happen at Peat Island and the adjoining lands. “However, development on the western side of the freeway is an issue of national importance due to iconic landscape and as the entry point to Sydney and the Central Coast. “No development should occur on the Tank Hill due to the steepness of the land, good quality vegetation and the need to maintain the aesthetics from the freeway. “On the eastern side of the freeway there is ample other degraded land for development,” said Mr Asquith. Media release, 10 Dec 2014 Gosford Council media Media release, 11 Dec 2014 John Asquith, CEN

Peat Island planning proposal endorsed

osford City councillors were vocal in their opinions on Tuesday, December 9, about the preparation of a planning proposal which could lead to the development of Peat Island.

The decision to endorse a planning proposal was not unanimously reached, with both Cr Hillary Morris and Cr Vicki Scott in opposition.

Cr Scott said there was great community concern about the proposal. “I’m against this proposal,” she said.

“I think we need to support this community as much as we can,” said Cr Scott. Cr Craig Doyle, however,

said the gateway allowed the community and the council to have some formal input. “It is about allowing our community to have a say before we get locked in. “The people down there are concerned, others are positive, some

are concerned with the unknown. “It’s a proactive way, not a reactive way,” said Cr Doyle. Cr Gabby Bowls said she could see what residents were concerned about. “I have seen images of the concept plan.

“It’s very different to what residents are used to.” But she said things were going to change in Mooney Mooney regardless. “It’s inevitable; we live in a changing world,” said Cr Bowles. Kaitlin Watts, 9 Dec 2014

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Kincumber resource recovery facility decision deferred

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osford Council has unanimously deferred its decision on a contentious planning proposal for a resource recovery facility on Kerns Rd in Kincumber following around 500 public objections and almost 100 supporting submissions.

The proposal is seeking to use part of the existing Kincumber Quarry site, where a sandstone quarry has been operating for around 60 years, to recycle demolition and construction materials from building construction activities. Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna said the council’s decision to defer the proposal would allow for more information to be provided about a range of issues so that it can be assessed further. “We are very mindful of the need to balance the competing interests of local residents with those of the site’s owner and customers,” mayor Cr McKinna said. “We also need to consider the wider community, who would not only benefit from recycled materials but also the valuable environmental areas council could protect under this proposal. “Local residents are understandably concerned about heavy vehicle movements to and from

the site, especially when the area’s local roads might not be able to handle these vehicles. “Heavy vehicles could also pose safety issues for local pedestrians and other vehicles. “Plus the Gosford Local Environment Plan’s definition of a resource recovery facility allows for a wide range of materials to be recycled, and it’s possible that a future owner of the site could introduce other materials into the facility. “But on the other hand, locally-based recycling facilities play an important role in our economy by reducing transport costs and providing locallysourced materials. “It might also be possible for the area’s local roads to be upgraded and the site’s activities to be restricted via development conditions or a planning agreement. “At this stage, more information is needed about these issues and others before the council can

decide whether a resource recovery facility is an appropriate land use in this part of Kincumber,” he said. A further report that looks at any additional, available information about these issues and others, including potential noise, ecology, air quality and water quality impacts, will be prepared for the council to consider. “After this report is presented to council, we may need to look at whether a planning agreement could be negotiated with the site’s owner about things like the protection of valuable environmental areas, site rehabilitation, road maintenance and enforceable operational restrictions that minimise any impacts on local residents. “But any future steps will depend heavily on whether council’s satisfied with the further information it’s asked for,” said mayor Cr McKinna. Media release, 10 Dec 2014 Gosford Council Media

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he NSW Government has committed more than $1.2 million to support the development, maintenance and improvement of public reserves across the Gosford electorate.

Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein said that under the latest round of the Public Reserves Management Fund Program (PRMF), the NSW Government has allocated over $12 million in funding for upgrades to caravan parks, local parks and reserves, state parks and showground across the State. “Public reserves are wonderful assets that are highly valued by local communities and are vital to the success of local sports, social clubs, business and tourism,” Mr Holstein said. “Showgrounds, caravan parks and local parks and reserves are the social and economic focal point of many of our local communities, and this funding will allow community trust managers

to carry out improvements that will bring greater social and economic benefits to their local community. “I am very pleased to announce that as part of this funding boost, the Gosford electorate will receive: a $1 million grant and a $200,000 loan for the redevelopment of Garnet Adcock Memorial Park, including construction of a new multipurpose clubhouse and amenities building, car parking and landscaping works; $9,175 for the Central Coast Amateur Radio Club for the replacement of the security fence around its communications tower and the upgrade of its drainage system; $8,726 for the Patonga Public Hall for the replacement of boundary fencing and installation of solar panels on the roof; and $605 for the Mangrove

Mountain Flora Reserve for the erection of signage to display the name of reserve and map of the area. “By supporting these vital projects, the NSW Government is supporting and promoting economies in the Gosford electorate, as well as the role our wonderful local volunteers play in the ongoing management of the Crown reserve system,” said Mr Holstein. Minister for Natural Resources, Lands and Water Mr Kevin Humphries said the $12 million in funding that will be allocated in round two is in addition to the more than $5 million recently announced for successful round one applicants. Media release, 9 Dec 2014 Chris Holstein MP

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Bambara lobby group tastes success at last 6,200 square metre parcel of land will be added to Brisbane Water National Park at Kariong protecting important cultural sites and expanding habitat for a number of threatened native species.

Long-time campaigner for the protection of sensitive land at Bambara Rd, Kariong, Jake Cassar, said when he heard the news, he literally screamed with joy. “While there are still five lots left to be protected as promised by the Liberal Government before the last State election, this is a very positive step forward and something that should certainly be celebrated,” said Mr Cassar. “The purchase of this block is also an incredible relief to me and many others as this was the block that was subjected to illegal under scrubbing, the removal of 22 trees, the ring barking of others and the desecration of an Aboriginal site “It was the vandalism of this site that led to our community group setting up a peaceful protest camp ‘Camp Bambara’ on Woy Woy Rd for over 80 days during the last State

election,” said Mr Cassar. Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein said the community has led a strong campaign to see the land become part of the national park to ensure it is protected for future generations. “This new addition is culturally very important as it protects a significant Aboriginal site on the Woy Woy Rd ridgeline and in the Kariong area,” Mr Holstein said. “The land also has high conservation value and adds to the existing habitat for threatened species such as the red-crowned toadlet, giant burrowing frog, powerful owl and eastern chestnut mouse. “This acquisition is one of several lots that have been earmarked as potentially valuable additions to the Park,” said Mr Holstein. Mr Cassar said: “This is a win for every person, past and present, who has ever supported this important local cause.”

“In saying that, to rest on this win would be foolish, as there is still a huge area of land at Bambara that has no official protection. “While I also acknowledge the work of Gosford City Council and the State Government in bringing the two lots into the National Park, I feel it’s

extremely important that the remaining lots are secured before the March 2015 State election. “Based on my experiences over the past seven years of fighting to protect Bambara, I fear that if we cannot get the Government to purchase the remaining lots soon, that our next shot will most likely be the 2019 State election. “While it’s an absolute honour to be involved in fighting to protect this ecologically and culturally

rich and sensitive place, organising peaceful rallies, awareness raising concerts, attending regular meetings and continuing with respectful but relentless lobbying, it has come at a huge personal cost. “It’s been years since the promise was made to protect Bambara and the Government has the full power to finally bring an end to our community’s struggle to have this very special place officially protected. “I have strong hopes

that the community will keep respectfully pushing our state member, Mr Chris Holstein, to ensure that the promise to secure Bambara’s future is honoured before the upcoming state election,” said Mr Cassar. Media release, 1 Dec 2014 Chris Holstein, Member for Gosford Media release, 26 Nov 2014 Jake Cassar, West Gosford

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A very different Christmas in the 1940s e came to Gosford to live in 1939 and I have many memories of it as a small town.

Gosford was a quiet place in the 1940s and Christmas, in our house at least, was in fact a non-event. No carols in the park and if you wanted to see Santa, it meant a trip to Grace Bros. or David Jones in the city. No fancy lights, in fact no lights at all on show because of the war. On the first day of the school holidays my sister and I would decorate the dining room with red and green crinkle paper streamers. Our decorations never varied except maybe for the number of twists we put in the streamers as we strung them from the four corners of the room and tied them around the light shade in the centre. No sticky tape in those days. We had one concertina thing that opened out into a pretty paper bell that hung over the table. The empty pillow slip left on the end of the bed always held a few treasures by Christmas morning and the mystery of how they got there remained for many a year. Books featured largely and the quality increased with the years. ‘Girls Own Annual’ was a regular addition as were the Abbey Girl’s series and one bumper year there was a beautifully bound ‘Oliver Twist’ all for me. Regular as clockwork from Grandma came a hankie with a shilling knotted in the corner. No big Christmas dinner, but mum did cook a chook, steamed only, and browned in the pot by the addition of a sprinkling of Gravox on the breast.

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Mashed potato and tinned PMU peas, followed by a Big Sister tinned plum pudding with her own, inimitable egg custard. Most Christmases our cousins from Queensland arrived to take up residence in the backyard. As petrol was rationed I wonder now how they managed to drive all that way with a caravan in tow. But drive they did and pulled up in our backyard directly opposite the laundry which became their kitchen for the duration. It was a pretty good camp with the outside toilet part of the garage laundry complex. They ate their evening meal at one of the Greek cafes downtown and then both families would gather around the piano for a sing song. It was a time of juicy ripe watermelons, swims in the barnacle encrusted old pool on the waterfront and tall stories as our brothers and fathers yarned the days away. I miss it all. Letter, 19 Dec 2014 Marilyn Cartmill, Killcare

A puppy is not a toy hristmas is fast approaching.

Many will be considering a pet. Dogs, or actually puppies, are often the choice. They can make loyal friends, are fun to have around and, in some situations, can be really useful. They can also have problems; chewing up shoes is a common one. Little accidents on the carpet are no laugh if it keeps happening either. They can become a noise problem, causing friction with the neighbours, especially if left alone for long periods. The cute little puppy has a habit of growing into a dog within the year. If they aren’t properly trained, they can become a real headache, a danger to themselves and anyone whose path they cross. If they are to be a child’s gift, the package should include at least basic obedience lessons for both. When I was a child, every pet I had was eventually killed by a dog; usually at night and always in our yard. The near neighbours didn’t have dogs; the main offenders came from some distance away. I have long since realised that it is not uncommon for a medium to large dog to travel 10-20km in a single night.

Some will cover 40km, especially if running with a pack; dogs are social (pack) creatures. However, it is the owner’s, not the dog’s fault, if they get into trouble. If your dog is a sleep at home all day kind of dog that wouldn’t hurt a fly, beware, chances are it is worn out in night escapades. No dog should be able to leave their owner’s property between sunset and at least an hour after sunrise, unless the owner is with them. Realistically unless they are under your control and within sight they should wear a muzzle as even a relatively small dog can cause quite a bit of damage in fun when excited. In or near rural areas pet dogs are often a nightmare. Their play can cause loss of stock, especially around calving or lambing times. If a dog is on someone else’s property causing a problem, at least in a rural setting, they have the right to destroy it. Most will try to contact the owner, often tying it up in the meantime.

However, a large or aggressive dog may not get a second chance if livestock or children are to be considered. It seems unjust that a creature has to be destroyed simply because its owner is too stupid, lazy or arrogant to take proper responsibility for it. If you choose to have a dog, it is your responsibility to train it, feed it (and that doesn’t mean take it out into the country and let it catch its own dinner), make sure it gets enough exercise and doesn’t cause harm or annoyance to wildlife or others. That pet that a child desperately wants, generally the novelty wears off by midterm and it becomes the adult’s responsibility from then on, either by continually reminding (nagging) or doing it themselves. Sometimes it would be better to borrow or rent one from RSPCA for a trial first. I think a better first pet should be a bird, chicken or guinea pig, where the child can demonstrate their commitment and responsibility. Many years ago while I was working in the far west, the cattle station dog delivered a litter of cute black and white puppies. They were first discovered by the children, each of whom chose one and begged to be able to keep it as a pet. Their father conceded

reluctantly on condition that they each take sole responsibility for their own pet. Months went by and day to day care had fallen to the jackaroo. The two boys in turn decided that their dog would become a working dog, consequently each decided to agree to the dog being shot. Apparently a cattle/kelpie cross is a hazard on a working sheep property; they kill the lambs. Daughter, however, wanted to keep hers as a pet, she would take good care of it etc. After some time, her father informed us that, subsequent to a trial, the dog had been shot, however, we were sworn to secrecy. Weeks passed, then one evening at dinner, the question was asked: “It’s been a hot day, how is Abdul? Has he plenty of fresh water”? “Yes,” was the reply. “Are you taking good care of him, taking him for daily walks?” “Of course,” was the reply. Then the bombshell was dropped, the dog had been dead for weeks and hadn’t even been missed. What a terrible demise it would have suffered if it had been relying on her care. She was 11-years-old. Letter, 27 Nov 2014 Clara Jones, Kulnura

Pay rises in line with job cuts t appears that when the governments of Australia cut services to the people, all public servants receive a huge pay increase to cover the amount lost by the people.

I wonder if the people know that on July 1 this year the politicians gave themselves a hefty pay increase of between 40% and 75%.

The same goes for big business, when they sack Australians and move our jobs overseas making bigger profits then giving themselves bonuses even

when they go broke and put more loyal Australians out of work. This makes it very difficult for any government to have a proper social

system. Make the guilty pay. Email, 19 Nov 2014 Robert Findley, Point Clare

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Siege victim was a former Terrigal H S student

OMCG member arrested over Erina crime

ormer Terrigal High School student Tori Johnson was one of the two hostages who died as a result of the Martin Place siege on Monday, December 15.

member of the Rebels outlaw motorcycle gang (OMCG) has been charged after a man was allegedly detained, assaulted and forced to transfer money in Erina earlier this year.

During the afternoon of Monday, April 28, a man was allegedly confronted by a group in the car park of a fast-food restaurant at Erina. Detectives will allege the man, aged in his 20s, was detained by the group before he was forced to transfer a large sum of money to a bank account. It’s alleged he was then assaulted before the group fled. Police were alerted and detectives from the State Crime Command’s Gangs Squad have been

Anyone with information about these incidents should call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 investigating the incident. Following inquiries, a 27-year-old man attended Green Valley Police Station on the afternoon of

Wednesday, December 17. Gangs Squad detectives attended the police station and the man was subsequently charged with detain with intent to obtain advantage in company; and assault person as part of a criminal group. The man, a member of the Rebels OMCG, was given strict conditional bail to appear at Liverpool Local Court on January 8. Inquiries are continuing. Media release, 18 Dec 2014 NSW Police media

olice are appealing for information after a young girl was approached in North Gosford on Tuesday, December 16.

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Police were told the man grabbed her left arm. The girl pushed the man away and yelled for help. The man continued to grab her shoulder and then released her. The girl walked to a bus stop and took a bus to school. Police were contacted later that afternoon and officers from Brisbane Water Local Area Command searched the area but could not locate the man.

Johnson, 34, was the manager of the Lindt Chocolate Cafe and was shot after he allegedly tried to wrestle the gun from gunman Man Haron Monis who was shot by police. Tori later died in hospital. Sydney mother of three Katrina Dawson was also shot and died of a heart attack. According to the ABC, Gosford solicitor Manny Conditsis represented Monis last year for a number of offenses, including being an accessory to his exwife’s murder, but he was granted bail. “Knowing he was on bail for very serious offences,

something as desperate and outrageous as this. “This was a one-off random individual. “It was not a concerted terrorism event or act. “It was a damagedgoods individual who did something outrageous,” he said. Website, 16 Dec 2014 ABC News Media release, 16 Dec 2014 NSW Police media

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knowing that while he was in custody some terrible things happened to him, I thought he may consider that he’s got nothing to lose,” Mr Conditsis told the ABC. “Hence participating in

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Young girl approached in North Gosford At around 8:20am an eight-year-old girl was walking along Dwyer St and, as she walked past a laneway coming from Dunbar Way, she was approached by a man in the opposite direction.

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An investigation commenced and officers would like to speak with a man who may be able to assist them with inquiries. He has been described as being of Asian appearance with a thin build, about 183cm tall and with short black hair. He was reported to be wearing a blue jumper and grey pants. Media release, 17 Dec 2014 NSW Police media

n Erina man will appear in court next month over drug related charges following the execution of a search warrant by strike force detectives earlier this year

Strike Force Parkridge was established by officers attached to Brisbane Water Local Area Command to investigate drug distribution on the Central Coast. In May of this year, police executed a search warrant at a home in Long Jetty where they seized more than 4kg of white powder, which laboratory analysis determined to be cocaine and methamphetamine. A man and woman were later arrested and charged. Subsequent inquiries led to further search warrants at properties in Long Jetty, Tuggerah, North Entrance and Blue Bay in June, which led to the arrest and charge

of a further four men. On Tuesday, June 24, detectives also executed a search warrant at a home in Erina. Investigators seized numerous items during the warrant including vials of steroids, chemicals, prescription medication and other paraphernalia which police will allege in court was used during the manufacture of prohibited drugs. Following the search, all items were taken for further forensic examination. Police continued their

inquiries and on Thursday, December 18, arrested a 28-year-old man at the Erina property and he was taken to Gosford Police Station. He was later charged with supply prohibited drug, possess prohibited drug (three counts) and possess/attempt to possess prescribed restricted substance. The man has been granted conditional bail to appear before Gosford Local Court on Tuesday, January 13. Media release, 19 Dec 2014 NSW Police media

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Between 80 and 100 people attended the meeting and agreed through a show of hands about 20 or 30 people to start a campaign to given there was short protect their local park notice about the meeting. “To get almost 100 from development. “Mums and dads people shows the concern voiced concerns as there is for this proposal. “Concerns were raised this park provided an important recreational about the potential loss area for their families,” of parking for sporting events in the area as traffic said Mr Harris. “Both the young and already overflows into the elderly, everyday surrounding residential people from right around streets as well as for the the community, want loss of open space which November 2014 is well 7, used by local to fight any attempt to people. rezone Mascord Park. “Residents complained “I was very surprised by the number of people that the area including Mascord Park had been who attended. “We expected only master planned and any changes would be

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the move, but those in attendance made it clear to him that they would not wear such a proposal for very good reasons. “If anything, they were more determined after hearing his defence of the move,” she said. Mr Harris said: “This campaign has just started and locals vowed to set up a Facebook page and to talk to their neighbours to make sure they understood what was at stake if this proposal was allowed to move ahead.” “Let’s make this absolutely clear - this is not a campaign against affordable housing, this is a campaign to protect our valuable passive recreational robbing locals of land and prevent this attack “It was good to see that spaces in communities which was set aside for on this local park from our stance in council was which basically have no not just recreation but happening, was signed by well supported by those backyards and rely on parks like Mascord Park an important wildlife those in attendance. in attendance today,” said for their open space to corridor. “A petition is also Cr Greenwald. “The Labor councillors walk dogs, ride bikes, “People made it clear being circulated in the run, walk and play. affordable that they valued the park area and has more than support “Make no mistake, and did not want any 300 signatures after only housing, but feel that sites housing development one week,” Mr Harris other than our local parks if these ‘trial’ sites are to occur there – in fact said and passive recreational approved, then none of our parks are safe from many people said they The proposal to areas should be used.” Wyong mayor Cr development, this is an had moved to the area amend the Wyong Local because of the park and Environmental Plan 2013 Doug Eaton addressed issue for all communities passed at the September the meeting to give across Wyong Shire.” Mr facilities. Harris7369 said. independent community - Ph:on4325 “A Your letter calling on the 10 council meeting, with newspaper council’s perspective Minister for the Central only Cr Lisa Matthews the proposed amendment Media release, 12 Oct 2014 Coast, Rob Stokes, who and Cr Ken Greenwald to the Wyong LEP 2013. David Harris, Labor candidate for Wyong is also the Minister for voting against the Cr Matthews said the Environment and proposal, which was mayor Cr Eaton attended Assistant Minister for passed seven votes to the meeting to give council’s argument for Planning, to intervene two.

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2011. Historical Society vice president Ms Liz Hogston said, in the last three years, a number of significant heritage items had been recovered from the building. “We managed to retrieve furniture, history and family records and even clothing after the fire,” said Ms Hogston. “Donations have also been flooding in from the community so we will be able to furnish the Homestead in the manner to which it has been accustomed. “It has been a long wait but we are very happy that construction is about to start.” The construction contract includes demolition, salvage, restoration works to Alison wing, the building of a new building within the original footprint, civil works and site services. The contract is worth almost $1 million and

Wyong mayor Cr Doug Eaton with members of the Wyong District Museum and Historical Society

will be funded through an insurance claim. “I believe we have found the right company for the job and it is fantastic that they are local,” mayor Cr Eaton said. “The quality of the design will ensure this treasured community

asset’s signiﬁcant cultural heritage can be enjoyed and understood by future generations. “This is a signiﬁcant milestone and truly a great day for everyone who cares about Alison Homestead,” he said. Works are expected to be completed by mid-

year 2015. Alison Homestead is set on two hectares of rural land at 1 Cape Rd, Wyong. This location was the Shire’s ﬁrst land grant given to William Cape in 1825 and purchased by William Alison in 1875. The Homestead is

considered to be of historical signiﬁcance at a regional level, being ing representative of the arrival, locational choice, ice, lifestyle and working life of one of the region’s n’s best-known pioneering ing families. Media release, 5 Nov 2014 014 edia Wyong Council media

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in Wyong, local dance groups always had to travel to places like Newcastle to perform. “Once The Art House is built, they won’t have to. “Local talent will be able to shine right here, at home. “I encourage everyone to get on board – become a friend of The Art House and spread the word about this amazing facility,” said Mr Horner.

y o n g Council mayor Cr Doug Eaton officially turned the first sod on construction of The Art House on Tuesday, November 18, with council officially awarding the tender to an experienced local operator.

North Construction and Building Pty Ltd were successful in the highly competitive tender process as they were able to significantly reduce costs while maintaining the high An artist’s impression of the inside of The Art House quality requirements but also host touring construction now Vaughan. of the design. Mayor Cr Eaton said shows that otherwise C o u n c i l ’ s underway The Art manager Community House is definitely this was the final step would pass us by,” he construction said. Partnerships and on track to open by before The Art House Planning Ms Julie Christmas next year,” could begin. and “I’ve championed Ambassador Vaughan said they had said Ms Vaughan. “It’s really exciting. this project for 10 international dancing a great track record “We have been years and in less than star and choreographer, in building major projects such as the lobbying, planning and 400 days it will open,” Josh Horner, grew up in 7369 Wyong and said said mayor Cr Eaton.4325 for over 10 Cessnock Performing designing Your independent community newspaper - Ph: “This is truly an he knows firsthand Arts Centre, Lakes years and now it is full much local exciting time for arts how Grammar School, steam ahead. performance groups “All the design in the Shire. Impact Centre Coastlife “The Art House and the community and Merewether Surf aspects remain the same, from the fly will be the flagship will benefit from the House. “We are pleased tower to 500 seat building for the arts facility. “I loved performing to have such an auditorium, exhibition and will not only better our from a young age and experienced builder area and studio to the accommodate on board and with foyer cafe,” said Ms amazing local groups when I was growing up

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Wyong Council mayor Cr Doug Eaton joined members of the Wyong District Museum and Historical Society to turn the ﬁrst sod that will restore the Homestead to its former glory and re-establish its heritage status as a dedicated museum and learning centre. Mayor Cr Eaton said council had worked closely with the Historical Society to come up with the right plans for the restoration. “The Historical Society has been behind this project right from the start and has been instrumental in ensuring this historic homestead can rise again,” said mayor Cr Eaton. “Alison Homestead will once again be a vibrant museum and heritage centre for residents and tourists alike.” The original Homestead was destroyed by ﬁre on December 3,

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Community objects to Mascord Park rezoning abor candidate for Wyong Mr David Harris joined Cr Lisa Matthews and Cr Ken Greenwald at a meeting of local residents in Mascord Park on Saturday, October 11, to hear concerns about the proposed rezoning of 8000m2 in the Park from RE1 – Public Recreation to R1 – General Residential which would allow building to take place as part of Wyong Shire Council’s Affordable Housing Policy.

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Wyong Council contributes 90% of library funding and invested $165,000 in this project. Council’s mayor Cr Doug Eaton, who was at the event, said: “Christmas has come a few weeks early for Toukley with the newly rebuilt Canton Beach to open shortly, the Norah Head Boat Ramp nearing completion and the cinema complex at Lake Haven opening on 11 December along with this dynamic new community precinct.” “Council’s investment in this project reﬂects our commitment to building a vibrant and connected Shire, and to building community capacity to engage in social and economic growth opportunities. “Libraries are important community resources, they encourage lifelong learning and connect residents to a wealth of knowledge and technology. “It is essential that we secure adequate state funding to ensure libraries can meet the needs of modern users as active public spaces that foster social interaction as much as they do “This space takes the canopy inviting residents events. can sit and read outdoors education and learning.” library into the open air, to sit and read or chat, “We can now open or connect to our free Wiwith convenient inbuilt and it is also an ideal our north facing library Fi using their devices or Media release, 26 Nov 2014 Wyong Council media seating under a gum tree space for community doors so that members ours,” said Ms Edwards.

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Airlifted to hospital after suspected snake bite

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n eight-yearold boy was airlifted to Westmead Children’s Hospital on Saturday, December 12, suffering a suspected snake bite.

The boy, from Tumbi Umbi, was visiting his aunt at Peats Ridge when he came back to the house after playing in long grass and revealed the puncture wounds on his left foot. The type of snake was not immediately identified. His aunt tended to the wound while emergency services rushed to the scene. The CareFlight helicopter landed on the property one minute before a NSW Ambulance crew arrived from the Central Coast. CareFlight’s doctor and ambulance paramedics provided further treatment at the scene. The boy was alert, conscious and in a stable condition when flown to the hospital. Media release, 13 Dec 2014 Mark Lever, CareFlight

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he public hearing inquiring into allegations of child sex abuse by the former spiritual leader of Satyananda Yoga Ashram located in Mangrove Mountain has been adjourned until Tuesday, March 31.

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The Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sex Abuse heard about the experiences of 11 former child Ashram residents over the seven days of the inquiry, as well as from Shishy, the woman known as the partner of former leader Swami Akhandananda Saraswati.

The hearing has been adjourned by the Counsel Assisting the Royal Commission so as to allow for potential oral submissions on March 31 in response to written submissions. Fourteen people have now been excused from the inquiry. Transcripts, 2-10 Dec 2014 Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sex Abuse

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illions of dollars in health cuts have left Gosford and Wyong Hospitals in breach of national targets for treating emergency patients, according to Shadow Minister for the Central Coast Ms Linda Burney.

The new Bureau of Health Information report for the July-September quarter states that Gosford Hospital has the fifth-slowest performing emergency department anywhere in NSW. Under the national target, hospitals must treat 81% of emergency patients within four hours. Hurt by Federal and State budget cuts, Gosford is treating just 54% of patients within four hours while Wyong Hospital is also well short of target, treating just 65% of patients within four hours. Central Coast Local Health District is the secondslowest performing region for emergency surgery. Ms Burney visited Gosford Hospital on Tuesday, December 9, with Labor candidate for Gosford Ms Kathy Smith and Labor candidate for Terrigal Mr Jeff Sundstrom to meet with local nurses and hear firsthand about the funding pressure they are under. “Our nurses and ambos on the Central Coast save lives every day – but they can only do their job if Tony Abbott and Mike Baird do theirs and stop the funding cuts to health,” Ms Burney said. “Mike Baird has cut $3 billion from health over the past three years. “The Abbott budget slashed another $15 billion, and now the Liberals want a $7 GP tax. “Every minute counts in an emergency and for nearly half of all patients to be waiting more than four hours at Gosford is unacceptable. “There are not enough

nurses and not enough beds. “If Labor is elected in March, our first act will be to stand up to Tony Abbott’s $15 billion cuts to NSW health,” said Ms Burney. Ms Smith went on to add that the local population consists of a higher than average number of elderly people. “These are the very people who call on emergency services in life or death situations,” she said. “With a high proportion of young families also living in the area, it is life threatening and unacceptable for these long waiting times to continue,” said Ms Smith. Mr Sundstrom noted that over the past quarter, elective surgery waits at Gosford Hospital had blown out for ear, nose and throat surgery from 89 to 334 days; knee replacements from 293 to 311 days and tonsillectomies from 161 to 345 days. “Waits for elective surgery on the Coast are among the longest anywhere in Australia,” Mr Sundstrom said. “Hospital cuts affect people. “If you’re stuck waiting up to a year for a knee replacement, it can ruin your life if you can’t get in for surgery. “A one year wait for a kid to get their tonsils out at Gosford is outrageous. “The wait is just three months in Victoria and two months in Queensland – why so long on the Coast?” Media release, 9 Dec 2014 Linda Burney MP

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Joy Douglas celebrates her 100th birthday

Budget increase for Central Coast Local Health District SW Health Minister Ms Jillian Skinner has responded to claims made by members of the Labor Party that Central Coast hospitals are underperforming as a result of budget cuts.

“Central Coast hospitals are among the busiest in the state and despite record numbers of patients, they continue to improve their timeliness of care,” said Ms Skinner. “I’m advised for the month of October, Central Coast Local Health District has recorded their highest ever performance against the four hour benchmark. “Gosford Hospital achieved 61.7% while Wyong Hospital achieved 72.7%, which continues to demonstrate the district’s commitment to improvement. “Gosford and Wyong Hospitals were longneglected by Labor. “In stark contrast, the NSW Liberals and Nationals Government has invested $2.7 million to begin the major upgrade of Gosford Hospital – a project worth more than $350 million. “This redevelopment will ensure Gosford Hospital can care for its community well into the future. “The proposed scope

includes a new emergency department, intensive care unit/high dependency unit expansion, ambulatory care, operating theatre and additional inpatient beds for medical, acute and subacute services. “It will also include clinical and non-clinical support services and car parking. “In addition, a 10-bed Short Stay Unit at Gosford Hospital has become operational at Gosford emergency department which is expected to further improve performance, particularly waiting times. “The NSW Liberals and Nationals Government has boosted the Central Coast Local Health District budget this year by 6.4% to a record $693 million. “The Central Coast has had one of the highest budget increases among the state’s 15 Local Health Districts,” said Ms Skinner. Media release, 9 Dec 2014 Samantha Lo Blanco, Office of Jillian Skinner MP

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esidents and staff at Tarragal Manor Retirement Village gathered together on Thursday, December 18, to celebrate the 100th birthday of much loved resident Joy Douglas.

Popular, tenacious and zesty, Joy spent many of her younger years on the Sydney stage as a leading lady and is famous within the village for her uncompromising devotion to fashion and style and her passion for singing and dancing. “Until recent medical problems slowed her down a little, Joy would think nothing of walking to Erina Fair Shopping Centre, in high heeled shoes, no less, and not a day goes by when she does not apply immaculate make-up, liquid eye-liner and all,” said Tarragal Glen personal care assistant Ms Kay Quirk. Tarragal Glen’s activities coordinator Ms Kerry Towler said: “The lady is a legend!” “I have asked her on several occasions to swap her heels for slippers when walking around The Manor and her response is ‘Never!’” Joy has a very pragmatic attitude and in addition to her starring musical roles, she also spent many years working in the dress department of David Jones,

raised her two sons Geoff and Ken, and successfully navigated life as a widow after the tragic and sudden death of her husband in 1978. “She is very determined,” said Ms Quirk. “When her husband passed away, she didn’t know what to do with herself, so she started knitting and

knitted herself seven suits, all in different colours, and still wears them today.” Always eager to keep busy, Joy now spends most days taking part in village activities such as bingo, cards, indoor bowls and chair dancing, and loves tending to her plants, watching old musicals and spending time with her

beloved family. “Joy absolutely shines when her sons come to visit each week,” said Ms Quirk. The Queen sent Joy a congratulatory letter which was formally presented to her on Thursday during a birthday ‘sing-along’ afternoon tea at Tarragal Manor. Media release, 17 Dec 2014 Joanna Haines, RetireAustralia

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Patrick Bull awarded Pupil of the Year

Private Members’ Motion to save Trade Training Centres

ast Gosford Public School student Patrick Bull was awarded Pupil of East Gosford at the Year 6 Graduation ceremony on Tuesday, December 9.

Staff member Ms Jodie Campbell said the award was the most prestigious to receive. Patrick said the award meant the receiver was a wellrounded student. “It means that you’re good at sports and different things,” he said. The entire Year 5 and 6 community were able to vote for any of their peers in Year 6. “You just had to write down the name of a person, if and why they should get it,” said Patrick. “It was kept very secretive; none of my friends told me they voted for me. “My teacher [Lara Middleton] said ‘well-done Patrick, that’s the best award to get’.” Patrick said he was surprised when he heard his name called out. “I just thought oh… I got an award.” Along with a plaque, Patrick received a certificate which included some of the comments that were made in the voting process, such as being a good friend, good at sports and nice to students and teachers. Patrick’s mother Ms Julie

hadow Assistant Minister for Education and Higher Education Amanda Rishworth has moved a Private Members’ Motion in the House of Representatives calling on Tony Abbott to honour the Government’s commitment to continue support for existing Trade Training Centres.

Patrick Bull

Bull said: “I feel that he is very deserving.” “It was a very proud, exciting moment and all of his qualities come so naturally to him.” Overall, Patrick said that he was happy about receiving

such an award. “I have a pretty good feeling that people will remember me,” he said. Victoria Power, 6 Dec 2014 Interviewees: Patrick Bull and Julie Bull

Kai awarded highly commended t Patrick’s Catholic Primary School Year 3 student Kai Holiday received an award at The Young Archie’s presentation on Saturday, December 13.

Kai was awarded Highly Commended in the nine to 12 years category for the portrait he drew of his great grandfather. The Young Archie’s awards were presented

as part of the Archibald Presentation at the Gosford Gallery. Young artists from five to 18 years from all over the Coast were encouraged to submit a portrait of

someone they admired. Kai’s portrait will be on display until Sunday, January 4. Newsletter, 15 Dec 2014 Nicole Cummings, St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School

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The Opposition’s call comes in response to Tony Abbott’s decision to decommission the Trade Training Centre program with a $950 million cut, the equivalent of 650 new Trade Training Centres. The cut would see seven schools in the Gosford LGA, including Gosford High School, Kincumber High School, Narara Valley High School, Terrigal High School, Central Coast Adventist School, Green Point Christian College and St Philip’s Christian College in Gosford, miss out on the opportunity to have a Trade Training Centre. Senator for NSW Deborah O’Neill said with NSW facing trade skills shortages, and the announcement recently that Australia’s youth unemployment rate has

risen to 14%, its highest level since 2001, the Abbott Government’s decision to cancel all future Trade Training Centres is clearly counterproductive. “Young people need skills and work experience to get good jobs, particularly in regional areas like Wyong and Gosford, and Trade Training Centres mean high school students get to do just that,” said Senator O’Neill. “By denying the students of the Central Coast these opportunities, the Abbott Government will just make youth unemployment worse, and deprive our young people of a fair shot at getting a job. “Where are the Liberal Members for Robertson and Dobell today? “They wring their hands when they are speaking with locals on the Coast about

youth unemployment but they come to Canberra and cut Youth Connections, and now $950 million from Trades Training Centres. “The decision to cancel all future Trade Training Centres comes at the same time as the Abbott Government is pressing ahead with extraordinary and punitive attacks on young people which will make it harder for the next generation to grow their skills, get work and build Australia’s future. “Trade Training Centres play an incredibly important role in introducing young people to vocational education at school and assisting them to achieve a vocational education and training (VET) qualification,” said Senator O’Neill. Media release, 1 Dec 2014 Richard Mehrtens, Office of Deborah O’Neill

New principal for Narara PS

number of staff changes have occurred at Narara Public School in preparation for next year.

The school has said farewell to its principal of the last 16 years Mr Greg Frohlich. “Schools are all about the people and I have been blessed to lead a school with such dedicated staff, responsive students and supportive parents,” said Mr Frohlich. “As a teacher, it is immensely satisfying to see children grow from their early years, through their primary schooling, into high school and out into the big wide world, and knowing that you have helped to guide and influence their capabilities and future. Mr Frohlich went on to thank all those who had helped him fulfil his leadership role over the years. “It has certainly not been a solo job and I appreciate all the help and friendship given by the school executive, teaching and support staff, as well as the willing parents who add so much to the quality of the school,” he said. Narara Public School’s new principal for 2015 is Mr Dave Stitt, who has relieved

as principal at Valley View Public School for three terms and was previously the assistant principal. Ms Lynda Brogan will take up the assistant principal position at the school that was vacated during the year,

with Ms Karen McMahon taking up the permanent teacher-librarian position that has been vacant since December last year. Newsletter, 15 Dec 2014 Greg Frohlich, Narara Public School

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Education

Artworks selected for exhibition

Keira McLoskeyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sculpture â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Girl Who Mistook the Wood For A Hat â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Oliver Sacksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

Sharni Collinsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Remainsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

Zoe Mei Pruksapunâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drawing â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Look What We Didâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Shavira Maharaniâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drawing â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Void Measures My Connectionsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

group of Year 12 students from Gosford High School and Narara Valley High School have had their artworks selected as part of the ARTEXPRESS showcase.

ARTEXPRESS aims to showcase HSC bodies of work as a high-quality teaching and learning resource, representing best practice in visual arts education. The students who have had their work selected include: Gosford High Schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Zoe Mei Pruksapun with her drawing â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Look What We Didâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;; Jordana May with her Photomedia

work â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Synthesis: Homage to Huang Yanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;; Keira McLoskey with her sculpture â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Girl Who Mistook the Wood For A Hat â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Oliver Sacksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;; and, Jack Munro with his drawing â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Nature of Progressâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Also included were artworks from Narara Valley High Schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sharni Collins with her documented forms work â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Remainsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;; Shavira Maharaniâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s with her drawing â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Void Measures

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My Connectionsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;; and, Rebekah Murray with her drawing â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Addicted to False Satisfactionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Of the 200 artworks selected from this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s HSC, 103 of them hail from government high schools. In the 31 years since ARTEXPRESS first provided a showcase to celebrate student achievement in visual arts, works across the HSC Visual Arts syllabus have expanded to include drawing, graphic design, painting, printmaking, photomedia, designed objects, textiles and fibre, sculpture, documented forms, ceramics, timebased forms and collection of works. Media release, 11 Dec 2014 Sven Wright, Department of Education and Communities

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Gosford City Christmas Parade well received

A field of poppies n innovative community art project is planned to commemorate the 100-year ANZAC anniversary in 2015.

The project asks community members across the Gosford LGA to create their own red poppy, which will be gathered to create a field that flows from Gosford’s Memorial Park

down into Rotary Park on the waterfront. The field of poppies will be a powerful visual gesture of the community’s gratitude for the sacrifices that were made by many

of our citizens during World War I. Media statement, 10 Dec 2014 Gosford Council Media

New Year’s Eve Festival on Gosford waterfront

he Mars Food Australia New Year’s Eve Festival will be held in Gosford this year on Wednesday, December 31.

The festival will commence with Gosford Council’s New Year’s Eve Twilight Race Day, at the Entertainment Grounds. Gates will open at 11am, with the first race commencing at 2:50pm, and the last at 6:38pm. There will be free entry for Gosford City ratepayer ticketholders.

he annual Gosford City Christmas Parade was every part as merry and festive as the community anticipated, with the streets of Gosford filled with thousands of families awaiting the arrival of Santa and Mrs Clause on Sunday, November 29. With 40 floats in this year’s parade, the atmosphere was electric with community spirit accompanied by the sounds of Gosford City Brass Band, The Marching Koalas and Gosford City Pipe Band blazing down the main street. Families welcomed the

arrival of Santa and Mrs Clause with the sound of 1,500 clappers and screams of excitement. The parade flowed into Kibble Park where Santa was presented with the key to the city and families were entertained with musical and dance

performances accompanied by free amusements that ran throughout the afternoon. Media release, 11 Dec 2014 Taylor Warwick, Gosford Business Improvement District

From 5pm, the community is welcome to An Evening on the Waterfront on the Central Coast Leagues Club Field, with live entertainment from Coast performers Joe Coffee and Greg Gould, multicultural gourmet food and amusements. There will also be a fireworks display at 9pm to

music supplied by 2GO. The Gosford Waterfront Carnival will also be operating over the New Year period. An Evening on the Waterfront is an Alcohol Prohibited Zone. Email, 18 Dec 2014 Taylor Warwick, Gosford Business Improvement District

Amended Mt Penang Parklands DCP adopted ollowing public exhibition earlier this year, Gosford Council has adopted the amended Mt Penang Parklands Development Control Plan.

This development control plan will be used to assess applications for the site and complements the Gosford Local Environment Plan by providing detailed development principles and controls.

Some of the changes in the new control plan include a reduction in the amount of parking permanently allocated to event parking, previously allocated event parking to be used for development purposes,

amendments to heritage area boundaries and an increased development area in the western (Kangoo Rd) precinct. Media statement, 10 Dec 2014 Gosford Council Media

Kincumber Sewage Treatment Plant to be rezoned ollowing public exhibition during October, Gosford Council has unanimously supported a planning proposal to rezone the Kincumber Sewage Treatment Plant site.

This rezoning permits the operation of a resource

recovery facility on parts of the site which will process and recycle green waste and other materials such as road base and concrete from council’s construction and maintenance operations. The recycling of this construction material and green waste will help reduce the volume of waste going to the existing landfill site

at Woy Woy and reduce council’s disposal costs. It will also assist in reducing the amount of new construction materials needed for council’s operations. Media statement, 10 Dec 2014 Gosford Council Media

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Discovered Grand Final held

Gina Jeffrey’s Scholarship recipient Olivia Andrews

Major winners Jordan Fleming, LIly Lewis and Catherine Frohlich

Second placed Catherine Frohlich

Encouragement Award winner Ashley Burke

Kids Discovery winner Danikka Vassallo

he SeaFM Discovered Grand Final was held on Friday, December 12, at Gosford Council’s youth entertainment venue, The Hub, Erina.

The event comprised performances from 12 finalists including four young people aged between 10 and 11 in the Kids Discovered heat. This year’s Discovery was awarded to Lily Lewis, who won $4,000 in Macron Music money and an EP recording with Rod McCormack in the Music Cellar Studios.

Second place was awarded to Catherine Frohlich, who won $1,500 in Macron Music money, with third place awarded to Jordan Fleming, who won $750 in Macron Music money. The Kids Discovery went to Danikka Vassallo, who won $500 in Macron Music money.

The Encouragement Award went to Ashley Bourke, who won $200 in Macron Music money, and the Gina Jeffrey’s Scholarship was awarded to Olivia Andrews.

The event also included a guest performance from 2012 Discovery Kelly Griffith. Email, 18 Dec 2014 Jennifer Dias, Gosford Council

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January a busy month for The Rhythm Hut

600 new workers in Gosford to be a game changer ember for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks has delivered the latest update on the Commonwealth Agency that will occupy the new office block to be constructed in Gosford CBD.

Ms Wicks has announced that 500 new jobs for the Central Coast would be from the Australian Tax Office (ATO), with an additional 100 jobs from other complementary C o m m o n w e a l t h Government agencies that would reflect the right skill mix for the region. “Importantly, the ATO will offer career pathways for staff, allowing people on the Central Coast to have fulfilling careers without having to commute for hours a day to work in Sydney or Newcastle,” Ms Wicks said. “Delivering a Commonwealth Agency into the heart of Gosford was the vital first commitment in the Coalition’s positive Growth Plan for the Central Coast that we took to the people of the Coast at the last election. “It is an important commitment, because Gosford has great potential to be a thriving capital city for our region. “It starts with generating more local job opportunities that have significant direct and flow-on benefits, and already we’ve seen the community embracing this project as a game-changer for our region. “Thanks to the Federal Coalition Government, we’re already on track. “We have doubled the number of jobs we committed to before the election to 600 jobs - 600 new, professional jobs for Gosford. “We have set a target date for completion as the end of 2017, and announced that

the Gosford office will be known as a purpose-built Centre of Excellence. “These 600 jobs will be a game-changer for the Central Coast, because of the economic multiplier effect it will have on our region. “Firstly, there are the new jobs generated in the construction phase with builders, carpenters, brick layers, painters and plumbers. “Then, if each of those 600 new workers in Gosford eat-out each day, that’s hundreds more coffees every morning that need to be made, or for those people like me who drink a second cup in the morning – that’s the potential for thousands more coffees to be made in cafés every week. “Cafes and restaurants, newsagents and accountants, hairdressers and retail outlets will all benefit from more people working every day in the Gosford CBD. “Young people looking for work will also have the opportunity to take advantage of the university graduate programs that the ATO provides. “With tens of thousands of commuters on the Central Coast, the ATO Centre of Excellence in Gosford means more local residents will have the opportunity to live, work and raise a family in the most beautiful region in Australia,” said Ms Wicks. Media release, 26 Nov 2014 Tim Sowden, Office of Lucy Wicks MP

Afenginn

ollowing the break over Christmas and the New Year, The Rhythm Hut will return in January with a series of events and workshops for the school holidays.

Next year’s events will kick off with performances from Copenhagen world fusion ensemble Afenginn and special guests The Crooked Fiddle Band on Friday, January 9. Winners of the Danish Music Awards for Best World Album of the Year and Contemporary Folk Artist, Afenginn, feature a mandolin, clarinets, drums, bass, cello and violin. The Danish five-piece takes an anarchic approach to traditional musical structures, with their music ranging from lyrical, cinematic compositions to charismatic and wild dance tunes. Supporting Afenginn on the night are Sydney-based group The Crooked Fiddle Band. Having performed throughout Europe and Australia, including the Opera House, The Crooked Fiddle Band’s music is dark and often driving, but also writhing and ecstatic. Next year’s events will continue with an Open Mic

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Night on Sunday, January 11. Each act is allocated 10 minutes, and snacks, desserts and drinks will be available to purchase on the night. The Rhythm Hut will also host Kids Themed Parties for children aged two to 12. The parties include singing, dancing, craft to make and take home, games and loads of prizes. A Frozen themed party will be held on Tuesday, January 13, and a Tinkerbell and The Pirate Fairy themed party on Tuesday, January 20. A body percussion workshop with Rendra Freestone will then be held on Wednesday, January 14. Body percussion has elements of drum and dance, with free movement and partner interaction also being a big part of the learning process.

Drummers, dancers, musicians, music teachers, or anyone wanting to have some fun with a rhythm vibe is encouraged to attend. The next event will see the return of A Purse Full of Clippings and a Pocket Full of Dreams to The Rhythm Hut, to perform three shows, on Friday, January 16, and on Saturday, January 17. A Purse Full of Clippings and a Pocket Full of Dreams is a comical theatrical piece written and performed by Central Coast’s Kip Crossing, Isaac James and Mitch Vangelatos. The story bases itself around a small village that is being threatened by a group of tax collectors who scheme to steal the town’s wealth. In addition to this, there are moments of genius, betrayal of friends, and of course, an interwoven love story.

Finally, a Master Djembe Workshop with Mohamed Bangoura will be held on Wednesday, January 21. Mohamed is regarded by drumming experts as one of the best amongst the Master Drummers in the world. Mohamed’s life has been dedicated to music and culture, and he has taught thousands and thousands of drummers around the world. Mohamed’s teaching approach at The Rhythm Hut will cater for all levels, incorporating djembe technique, solo phrases and playing etiquette. Drummers can also opt to play djun-djuns if they are more drawn to the African bass rhythms. Drums will be supplied or you can bring your own, and drinks and refreshments will also be available for purchase. Press releases, 4 & 11 Dec 2014 The Rhythm Hut

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Not for Profit Organisations Directory Community Groups ABC - “The Friends” Support group for Public Broadcaster. Aims. safeguard ABC’s independence, funding, & standards. Meetings through the year + social afternoons Well-known guest speakers 4341 5170 www.fabcnsw.org.au Central Coast Over 30s Social Group Inc We offer social contact, entertainment events & new friendships for people in their 30’s, 40’s, 50’s & 60’s etc. Our events range from; Live Music, House Parties, Restaurant Nights, BBQ’s/Picnics, Trips Away & lots more - For a FREE calendar call call 0428 461 188 or email cco30s@ live.com.au Central Coast Pension & Welfare Officer Network This group of Volunteers, trained by DVA, to look after servicemen & women, meets at Ourimbah RSL Club at 10:30am 2nd Fri - Feb to Nov 4322 1505 Central Coast 50+ Singles Social Group Invites Ladies & Gents 50s to 70s etc for dinner, dancing - BBQs & Socialising each weekend. Our friendly group can be contacted for our monthly programme 4344 5556 0432 110 841 50pssg@gmail.com Community Care Services Central Coast Memory lane - Doing things together Café For people with memory loss & their carers to enjoy a relaxing coffee morning with others experiencing similar circumstances 10am to 11.30am Caroline Bay Brasserie - East Gosford 2nd Wednesday 4324 4244 Gosford Politics in the Pub Come and solve the problems of the world over a friendly drink and a bite to eat. Guest speakers. First Thurs 6pm Dutton’s Tavern 161 Mann St, Gosford 0438 363 108 I AM LOST Deep Conversations & systematic exercises for understanding my self & my place in life. - Gurdjieff Society - Ancient and modern knowledge. Thurs evening fortnightly 0425 296 783 www.gurdjieff.org.au Rotary Club of Gosford North A very active community minded club with many projects focussed on assisting youth. If you are keen to support our great projects, get involved with our fun club or discuss joining, please contact Graham Black 0410 509 071, grahamblack@iprimus.com.au Rotary Club of Kariong/Somersby International service club improves lives of communities in Australia and overseas. Fun-filled activities, fellowship and friendship breakfasts. Phillip House, 21 Old Mount Penang Rd (opp Shell) - Fri 7:15am 4340 4529 kersuebay@philliphouse.com.au Seniors Computer Club Central Coast Inc. Beginners class PC or Mac Mon or Tues. Classes Mon to Fri for most programs – see website. 10am – 12md or 1pm - 3pm Kincumber & District Neighbourhood Centre. Mthly Meetings, Guest Speaker at Kincumber Hotel 1st Mon 4369 2530 U3A Central Coast Mature age people are invited to participate in a wide range of courses to broaden the mind and make new friends 0408 704 701

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All Garden, Rooms for Hire, Work GROW Groups meet Twice weekly bush walks on Ourimbah/ Narara Branch welcome at Green Point Community Development Orders, Centrelink weekly all year round the Central Coast and further Discussion/action community Centre - Meditation every Thursday Volunteer hours afield, varying distances and issues - 3 levels of Government 7-8pm 4323 7483 Meals on Wheels grades of difficulty. Explore, enjoy Niagara Park Primary School 0467 558 672 reception@wyomingcc.org.au Delivered meals and flexible scenery, fauna, floral, history. 7.30pm 1st Mon each month food options for people with Keep fit and make friends. 0410 309 494 Koolewong, Point Clare & a functional disability 4389 4423 & 4332 7378 kyle.macgregor@hotmail.com Garden Clubs Tascott Progress Association 4382 9401 jbthomson51@gmail.com Aims to provide resources for Australasian Native Orchid Probus Clubs communication. Special guests, Society ParaQuad Sailability Gosford All Probus clubs have interesting community involvement, heritage, Cultivation and conservation of Aust Specialist healthcare products guest speakers, friendly atmosphere, Participation in sailing for people with diversity, education, safety and small Native Orchids. 2nd Wed, Narara delivered to your door, for all your disabilities, mature age volunteers make new friends, fellowship. business opportunities. Community Centre, 2 Pandala Rd continence, wound care and invited to help us with all aspects of intellectual stimulus, and social Point Clare Community Hall - 2nd Narara - 8pm respiratory and nutrition requirements our sailing operations - no sailing activities. Thurs Bi Monthly. 4340 5157 Professional Clinic experience required 0411 266 325 Support available Tuesday and Thursday mornings Probus Club of Avoca Erina Heights 1300 886 601 4382 2035 or 4322 8227 10.15am 3rd Mon Avoca Beach Community Centres Garden Club www.brightsky.com.au sailabilitygosford@gmail.com Bowling Club Gosford 50+ Leisure and An informal and friendly group, www.probussouthpacific.org/ History Groups Learning Centre we enjoy visiting special gardens. Women’s Groups microsites/avocabeach Handicraft, Painting, Knitting, Tai Chi, Garden owners talk on planning and Brisbane Water Brisbane Water 4382 3372 Scrabble, Darts, Table Tennis, Indoor installation. Historical Society Evening View Club Bowls, Patchwork, Yoga, Fitness, 4326 1462 • Coach tours • School educational Social activities, outings and functions Probus Club East Gosford Gentle Swimming, Line Dancing, linda.syddell@hotmail.com tours • Annual Street Stalls • monthly - new members welcome Cards, Variety Social, Womens Participation in History Heritage Week We have now opened our doors to Tours, Dinners, Lunches, Theatre/ men and women, as a combined Group, Zumba, Crochet, Computers Matcham Garden Club Celebration Margaret Pearce Cinema, fashion parades club, 1st Thurs 10am each month 4324 4749 Monthly Meetings and Garden Visits 4325 2270 Dinner meeting with guest speaker - Waterford Retirement Village, with speakers and discussions 4th Tues each month Kincumber Gosford-Narara relating to rare and unusual plants. 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1,028,000 tonnes of waste; and any further changes to be approved by Gosford Council. “Council refused to discuss the case with CEN and locals were marginalised and ignored,” said Mr Asquith. “There was a lack of transparency, with negotiations held in confidential meetings and the local community given no opportunity to comment. “The locals now have to live with 55 truck movements per day and millions of tonnes of dumping for the next 10 years. “The Environment Protection Authority (EPA) have performed poorly in this matter; pollution licenses were modified and were inconsistent with the original Development Consent; it refused to become a party to the case; a request to establish a Community Consultation Committee has not

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Many people are unaware of the dangers of rips, how to spot them and what to do if they are caught in one. Over 20 people die from rips throughout Australia annually, more than bushfires, cyclones, floods and sharks combined. The new initiative is part of Surf Life Saving Central Coast’s (SLSCC) strategy to improve beachgoers’ understanding of rips and build better community surf awareness in order to reduce coastal injuries and drowning along the coastline. In total, there will be eight rip awareness demonstrations across the Central Coast. Lifesavers will be handing out educational flyers, and will also provide rescue demonstrations and

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The remains were found at Pretty Beach around 50 years ago. They have been brought back to the Central Coast, together with the remains of an aboriginal man found at Shelly Beach, from the Sydney University’s Shellshear Museum as part of a Darkinjung Land Council repatriation program. The remains were laid to rest with traditional cultural practices. The repatriation is a result of Office of Environment and Heritage, National Parks and Wildlife Service, Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council and Guringai Tribal Link working together to identify appropriate sites. The repatriation included undertaking a number of traditions so that the process was carried out in a respectful and culturally meaningful way. Land Council representative Ms Sharon Hodgetts said the ceremonies were conducted with an initiated elder and were an opportunity to afford these ancestors recognition and dignity. “The repatriation includes bringing remains back to their country and undertaking appropriate cultural practices

‘Biggest crowd’ at Oyster Festival Almost 30,000 people packed the Ettalong Beach Foreshore on Sunday, November 9, for the 14th annual Brisbane Water Oyster Festival. Peninsula Chamber of Commerce president Mr Matthew Wales said: “This year was by far the biggest crowd we have experienced and clearly shows that locals and visitors love to come to Ettalong Beach and enjoy our oysters, seafood, wine and entertainment. “The weather was fantastic and the crowds responded accordingly,” said Mr Wales. “Stall holders and local businesses did a roaring trade with the Ettalong Beach Diggers packed with visitors. “The Festival was boosted by the recent completion of the Ettalong Beach Foreshore upgrade which added a new dimension to the event allowing families to picnic as well as attend the Oyster Festival. “And no Oyster Festival would be complete without the traditional How Many Oysters You Can Eat in 30 Seconds.” Media release, 10 Nov 2014 Matthew Wales, Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

Emergency services responded to reports of a house fire on Park Road, Woy Woy, at around 3pm. The fire, which was believed to have started in a garage, spread to a unit and was extinguished by Fire and Rescue NSW. Of the 10 people treated for smoke inhalation, nine were conveyed to Gosford Hospital.

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police and when it was found they were not the result of foul play they were given to the Shellshear Museum at Sydney University. Investigation indicated the Aboriginal remains dated back prior to European contact. Office of Environment and Heritage cultural heritage officer Mr Brad Welsh said it was an ongoing process to work closely with indigenous communities to return remains and artefacts to their ancestral custodians. “The Office is proud to provide support to communities and facilitate the repatriation of ancestral remains and artefacts,” he said. The remains have been laid to rest in their country in Bouddi National Park and Tuggerah Nature Reserve at special, secret places. Up until the late 1940s, aboriginal remains were removed from graves and burial sites, as well as hospitals and prisons. Thousands of remains were sent to museums and scientific institutions throughout Europe and elsewhere. They also formed part of the collections of Australia’s major natural Office of Environment and Heritage history museums established in the mid-19th Century. Media release, 18 Nov 2014 Susan Davis, NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service

Grandstand demolition starts oval redevelopment

The demolition of the Woy Woy Oval grandstand began on Friday, November 28, following the approval of $3.5 million in funding to Gosford Council for the oval redevelopment.

The funding approval was announced by Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks. “This project will involve the construction of a new grandstand building, clubhouse, change rooms, forecourt and field relocation at Woy Woy Oval,” said Ms Wicks. “It will be a great boost to Woy Woy as this facility will improve the region’s ability to meet the demands of future population growth and the need for more recreational facilities. “The project will create approximately 186 jobs during One of the secret repatriation ceremonies construction,” she said. The development was also such as a smoking ceremony,” and Wildlife Service worked with 1958 on dunes at Shelly Beach. approved Regionalof a female were said Ms Hodgetts. Darkinjung to prepare the sites.by the Joint The remains Panel found on Thursday, Aboriginal and non-aboriginal The remains werePlanning found at two at Pretty Beach, date December 4, a decision which was staff of Office of Environment different locations on the Central unknown. backed by the Chamber were handed to and Heritage and National Parks Coast with one set, male, found in Peninsula The remains of Commerce. “This is a great result for the Woy Woy town centre,” said Chamber president Mr Matthew Wales. “The design and orientation of the new grandstand and forecourt areas The demolition of Woy Woy Oval grandstand will create an exciting opportunity to re-activate this section of the “This design pushes the oval new short term spaces within the car retail outcomes for the town centre. old Woy Woy town centre whilst “The Chamber understands providing new sporting facilities for and grandstand further to the east park immediately to the north of the creating a large area of public space new development. that the redevelopment should be The crowd watching the ‘How Many Oysters You Can Eat in 30 Seconds’ competition at the Brisbane Water Oyster Festival the area. “While parking is a major issue completed in September 2015 which Ninety-five residents of Woy along the shoreline of Correa Bay. “From the outset, the along the street front which will They said it would be more Chamber was of the view that the include passive recreation areas for retailers in the Woy Woy town means the new facility and forecourt Woy Rd, between Rawson centre, this design reaches a good area will be open for business redevelopment of the Woy Woy Oval and a new cafe. Rd, the proposed new appropriate for a road which will initially will be a loss of 48 compromise between the needs of leading into the busy summer period no longer be a major road to Woy needed to provide bothofimproved moving elsewhere. spend $6 million and“There $8 million Box Headbridge and the intersection Woy and would be clearer for Local districts ofsporting timed car parking spaces within themajority the sporting community, the desire next year. facilities and more usable “While the (64 per respectively. Beach and at Woy Woy Creek in Woy emergency responses and other MacMasters existing short termcent) car park. activate the street front and the “The outcome is a great example public space. of renovatorsto still finance “Favourable market conditions “However, this will behome offset improvements by 62 necessity to provide parking and of community engagement and coWoy, have asked that their public services, including for mail Umina-Booker Bay-Patonga across Australia means their through that

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Ten treated for smoke inhalation Ten people have been treated for smoke inhalation following a house fire at a unit complex in Woy Woy on Sunday, November 9.

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No-one was reported to be suffering from life threatening injuries. The fire is not being treated as suspicious at this stage, but police are investigating the cause. Police are urging anyone with information in relation to this incident to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or use the Crime Stoppers online reporting page: https://nsw.crimestoppers.com. au/. Media release, 9 Nov 2014 NSW Police Media

Local districts top renovations list

Support grant for community facilities

section of road be renamed Correa Bay Rd. As signatures to a petition, they said they believed the name

would avoid the present Councilchange has allocated more confusion withimprove Woy Woy Rd, than $7500 to help Kariong, and would better reflect the Peninsula Community the nature of the road which runs Centre and the Umina Country Women’s Association Hall, as part of the latest round of its Community Facility Support Program. The program aims to provide financial assistance to management committees of community buildings for maintenance and upgrade works that ensure the long-term continued and increased usage of community facilities. The Peninsula Community Centre has been awarded $3664 to replace the louvre style windows in the dance studio room with glass and gyprock panelling to improve the sound and heating and cooling conditions in line with other rooms

delivery. It would create a greater sense of community; and comply with the general principles of the Geographical Names Board NSW. Gosford Council has noted the petition. Gosford Council agenda P.38, 25 Nov 2014

operation.” Media release, 8 Dec 2014 Matthew Wales, Peninsula Chamber of Commerce Media release, 28 Nov 2014 Tim Sowden, office of Lucy Wicks MP Photo: Craig Bucello

have been named as two of the top 10 NSW regional areas for renovations in the past year.

many home owners have seen savings, more than one in four the value of their properties rise,” (26 per cent of those aged 18said Westpac general manager of 54) are choosing to finance their renovations by increasing or retail banking Ms Gai McGrath. “As a result, one quarter of topping up their home loan,” said Australians have been able to Ms McGrath. Media release, 24 Nov 2014 borrow more to extend or improve Patrice Calopedos, their home and stay in their Map and Page preferred location rather than The Peninsula Chamber of Gosford Council will upgrade and the remaining funding will be reallocated to other projects. Commerce president Mr Matthew

Groynes abandoned as upgrade proceeds

The Renovation Report issued by the Westpac bank listed the areas as sixth and ninth in the 12 months to August. The areas recorded a total

Lance Webb Reserve on the

The change of scope is Wales said he was pleased that Ettalong foreshore, but will abandon plans to construct expected to deliver a number of Gosford Council has agreed to benefits to the community and continue with the revetment wall groynes on the beach. council, according to Council’s upgrade works on the Ettalong Council will construct the community growth director Ms foreshore in Lance Webb Reserve. reserve’s $1.4 million rock Judy Jaeger. “Council’s decision to change revetment, spend $200,000 These include better protection the scope of upgrade works in in landscaping and conduct a of heritage items, local properties and around Ettalong Foreshore’s An event being held in the Umina Country Women’s Association Hall feasibility study for a counciland infrastructure, as well as Lance Webb Reserve is welcome operated dredge to renourish within the centre. by its committee in conjunction maintaining amenity and beach news,” said Mr Wales. Ettalong Beach. The Umina Country Women’s with members of the Umina Men’s access, and extending a similar “The dredge option is a position Association has been granted Shed who have agreed to assistPlans to construct groynes near seawall from Ettalong Foreshore that the Chamber has advocated the reserve have been dropped, $3000 to paint the interior of the the association with its plan and Reserve to Lance Webb Reserve. for many years. hall. implementation. This is stage one of an update Gosford Council agenda THIS ISSUE contains 52 articles - Read more news items for plan by the association branch GRO.29, 11 Nov 2014 which is currently being prepared

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a water treatment plant in Australia. The Central Coast has the third largest urban water supply in NSW,

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Ongoing federal funding for surf clubs ight surf clubs in the Robertson electorate will receive a funding boost to help prevent drownings at local beaches this summer.

Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks, a member of Terrigal Surf Life Saving Club, said the Australian Government would provide $25,000 to each of the surf clubs over the next five years. “The funding will assist Avoca Beach, Umina, Ocean Beach, Killcare, MacMasters Beach, Copacabana, North Avoca and Terrigal Surf Clubs to purchase vital new rescue

equipment, and first aid and medical supplies, so their life savers can continue to save lives,” Ms Wicks said. “This is a great honour to announce. “I was out on patrol last Sunday at Terrigal, so I know first-hand some of the dangerous conditions we do encounter on our beaches and how important this equipment is to save lives. “The clubs do such

LAT 33° 51’ S - LONG 151° 14’ E - TIME ZONE - 1000 Times and Heights(m) of high and low waters

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WED - 24 0309 - 0.35 0938 - 1.96 1616 - 0.15 2219 - 1.47 SAT - 27 0007 - 1.47 0555 - 0.46 1213 - 1.72 1849 - 0.28 TUE - 30 0308 - 1.53 0923 - 0.57 1524 - 1.36 2137 - 0.44 FRI - 2 0600 - 1.71 1242 - 0.43 1833 - 1.31 MON - 5 0142 - 0.47 0812 - 1.79 1449 - 0.33 2045 - 1.35 THU - 8 0337 - 0.52 1000 - 1.71 1633 - 0.38 2237 - 1.35 SUN - 11 0542 - 0.63 1151 - 1.49 1821 - 0.48 WED - 14 0229 - 1.38 0840 - 0.72 1430 - 1.25 2045 - 0.57 SAT - 17 0517 - 1.62 1158 - 0.49 1746 - 1.29 2332 - 0.47 TUE - 20 0115 - 0.35 0746 - 1.94 1424 - 0.16 2021 - 1.49

THU - 25 0401 - 0.37 1028 - 1.92 1706 - 0.17 2312 - 1.47 SUN - 28 0105 - 1.47 0659 - 0.52 1310 - 1.58 1944 - 0.34 WED - 31 0410 - 1.58 1038 - 0.54 1633 - 1.31 2232 - 0.46 SAT - 3 0015 - 0.47 0648 - 1.75 1330 - 0.38 1922 - 1.33 TUE - 6 0221 - 0.48 0850 - 1.78 1525 - 0.34 2124 - 1.36 FRI - 9 0415 - 0.55 1036 - 1.65 1707 - 0.41 2315 - 1.35 MON - 12 0043 - 1.34 0633 - 0.68 1235 - 1.40 1903 - 0.52 THU - 15 0327 - 1.43 0953 - 0.68 1539 - 1.22 2143 - 0.56 SUN - 18 0608 - 1.73 1249 - 0.37 1841 - 1.36 WED - 21 0205 - 0.30 0835 - 2.00 1511 - 0.11 2111 - 1.55

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great work with outstanding volunteers to keep our beaches safe. “There was actually a shark alarm at Terrigal last weekend, and to see how the patrol captain and volunteers worked together, such as getting the boat and jet skis out on the water, showed how passionate and skilful these members of our community are to keep everyone safe. “On the Central Coast in 2013-14, there were 956 lives saved, 37,322 preventative actions, more than 1,000 first aid cases, and no lives lost. “That’s thanks to the more than 8,000 volunteers, with 2,000 of them patrolling on the sand and in the water for a combined time of more 94,000 hours,” Ms Wicks said. Each of Australia’s 311 surf lifesaving clubs will receive the funding over five years from the Australian Government’s $8 million Beach Safety Equipment Fund. Ms Wicks said that in addition to this, the Australian Government is providing $2 million for the Beach Drowning Black Spot Reduction Programme which aims to reduce drowning at dangerous beaches and provide public safety programmes that highlight coastal hazards such as rip currents and rock fishing. These programmes are part of the government’s $15 million package to cut drowning deaths across the nation. It includes $4 million to assist the Royal Life Saving Society to prevent drownings in inland waterways and an existing $1 million a year to produce, develop and distribute water safety messages, DVDs and educational material targeting more than 1.5 million Australian children aged up to four years. “The educational material developed by former Olympic swimming coach Laurie Lawrence delivers key water safety messages to youngsters in a fun and engaging way. “They are being distributed nationally to child care centres, kindergartens and play groups and are available online at www.kidsalive. com.au,” Ms Wicks said. Media release, 9 Dec 2014 Tim Sowden, Office of Lucy Wicks MP

Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks with her husband Chris at Terrigal Beach

Former school mates elected to BDAFL Board ormer Killarney Vale AFL captain and coach Luke Rankin, of Terrigal, has been elected onto the Black Diamond AFL (BDAFL) Board.

Current president Mr Michael Gray and Board member Wal Bembic were both re-elected for a second term, however, Graham Edgley did not seek re-election due to work commitments. Former Maitland Saints AFC president Kevin Greaves was also elected to the board. Those elected to the Board at the annual meeting on Sunday, November 9, will join existing Board members Phil Lewis, Simon Wood and Roger Price to form the seven man Board. Rankin is a well-regarded figure in AFL circles in the region albeit before the formation of the Black Diamond AFL. He moved to Newcastle in the 1980s where he joined the Warners Bay FC and went on to play in five Newcastle AFL premierships for the club. He was captain of the club’s last premiership team in 1993, a record he said he hoped wouldn’t last much longer. Luke spent two years as captain and coach of Killarney

Vale in the Central Coast AFL before returning to Warners Bay in 1996. He then moved to Tasmania and Canberra, playing football in both areas. Rankin currently resides on the Central Coast having returned to the area in the early 2000s and is currently employed as a regional sales manager for Rheem Australia. Both Greaves and Rankin were primary school buddies growing up in Deniliquin, however, did not see each other for 30 years after their families left the area. They did not know the other had nominated for the Board. Mr Gray said he was excited by the make-up of the Board. “To have maximum numbers on the Board is a fantastic result and is a vote of confidence in the current state of the Black Diamond AFL,” Gray said. “There is a great combination of both business and football knowledge on the Board and I look forward to an

exciting 12 months ahead.” The annual meeting saw the BDAFL announce a loss of $10,093 for the financial year, however, Gray said this was a result of a strategic decision made by the Board. “The Board decided at the beginning of the year to invest some of their retained earnings into increasing the profile of the league through the engagement of Eclipse Media Events and PR and also BarTV,” he said. “Both of these initiatives were considered a success. “Another factor in the loss was the wet weather during the finals series which resulted in one semi-final day and the Preliminary Finals being relocated. “This had an effect of approximately $7,500 on our projected income,” Gray said. The meeting also saw a minutes silence held for former BDAFL Board member Bill Walford who passed away on Friday, October 31. Media release, 10 Nov 2014 Garry Burkinshaw, BDAFL

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Coast Community News - December 23, 2014 - Page 23

McCrows finish third in classic division of Rally Championship pringfield couple David and Ingrid McCrow have finished third outright in the classic division in the 2014 Australian Tarmac Rally Championship series, after two days of nail-biting competition in the hills behind the Victorian coastal town of Lakes Entrance.

The Central Coast husband-and-wife team were on a mission in the final round of the 2014 series, and for the series overall, fighting tooth and nail with Geoff Goodwin and Phill Smith (1973 Datsun 240Z) and Victorian brothers Robin and Peter Lowe, also in a 240Z (1971 vintage). The Lowes eventually took the honours for the round and the series with Goodwin/Smith in second and the McCrows, in their 1969 Ford Capri, third. Day one was mainly dry with a touch of drizzle but day two had competitors nervous as they left Lakes Entrance after a night of torrential rain.

However, it soon became obvious the Buchan area had not been subject to the same drenching and leading contenders had no real difficulties on the road due to the overnight weather. With the support of the East Gippsland Shire Council, competitors tackled the tarmac back road between Buchan and Orbost, which was closed to the public during competition. Broken down into 20 individual special stages timed against the clock, the route gave entrants a total of 300km of competition across the weekend, challenging them with fast-flowing

stretches interspersed with plenty of twists and turns, all set against a backdrop of the forests and farmlands of Snowy River country. The weekend wasn’t just about fun. During a welcome function on Saturday night, competitors dug deep into their pockets to raise nearly $4,000 for Chaplaincy Australia’s work in suicide prevention education. Media release, 15 Dec 2014 Liz Swanton, Snowy River Sprint/Australian Tarmac Rally Championship

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Keeley, 14, broke the 200 metre back-stroke Coast and Valley Record by two seconds. Kate, also 14, broke the Coast and Valley Record for 50 metre breaststroke, also by two seconds. The girls’ 16-yearold team mates Kiran Richardson and Claire Gaffney also established new Coast and Valley Records. Email, 15 Dec 2014 Kincumber Swim Club

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