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Community objections overruled d e c i s i o n was made on Thursday, September 20, by the Joint Regional Planning Panel (JRPP) to approve the development application to relocate Gosford Public School to the grounds of Henry Kendall High School.

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Gosford Public School Action Group chairperson Ms Jackie Draper, Central Coast Greens representative Ms Kate da Costa and Henry Kendall High School P and C president Mr Rob Wilcox spoke to the panel along with Teachers Federation representative Ms Debbie Westacott, Gosford Public School P and C president Mr Stephan Thomas and Gosford Waterfront Action Group representative Mr Gary Jackson.

“The whole proposal and documentation has been insultingly inadequate,” said Ms da Costa.

“The refusal of both

the previous and current government to consider any other site than Henry Kendall High School has reduced the time for proper planning, but

the children of Gosford Public School and Henry Kendall High School should not be punished for government intransigence.

“This will set precedence for mergers and the selloff of schools around the state.

“Many people worked tirelessly on this campaign,

supported by Dr John Kaye, Greens MLC in State Parliament.

“The petition, with over 10,500 signatures, thousands

of letters, the teachers the parents and everyone who has to make this transition work have been ignored.

“This State government was elected on a promise to listen to and empower local communities, but this forced relocation over the wishes of the entire community has made a mockery of the Coalition’s promise.

“The move, promoted as a way of paying for much needed and overdue upgrades, is a false economy.

“As soon as the new school opens, it and the high school will be at capacity.

“The Government will find itself very soon having to pay for an entire new school, but they appear to only be interested in the current budget.

“We will be keeping a close eye on the merged schools and the old waterfront site to see how long it takes for anything to appear there which will benefit the community,” said Ms da Costa.

Email, 21 Sep 2012 Kate da Costa, Central Coast Greens

Federal Court rules against Lehman Brothers osford Council has said it will seek legal advice following the ruling from the Federal Court of Australia on Friday, September 21, that investment company Lehman Brothers Australia is liable for millions of dollars lost by Councils via failed investments.

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Wingecarribee Shire Council, along with City of Swan and Parkes Shire Councils, led the class action case, which involved a total of 72 plaintiffs.

Although Gosford Council was not involved in the class action case, Council’s director of corporate services, Mr Nic Pasternatsky said Council

would be following the case closely and would be guided by their own independent legal advice.

Wingecarribee Shire Council was seeking to recover approximately $20million in potential losses.

The court found that the Council was misled by negligent advice and that the

Australian arm of Lehman Brothers, previously known as Grange Securities, had engaged in deceptive conduct, breach of contract and a breach of its fiduciary duties.

Newly elected mayor, and Chair of Wingecarribee Council’s Finance Committee, Cr Juliet Arkwright said the decision vindicated the

Council’s decision to instigate legal action against Lehman Brothers in a bid to recoup funds lost in financial products known as collaterised debt obligations (CDOs).

“This case has been an ongoing process, and we are very pleased with the result.

“We can now attempt to recoup funds,” Cr Arkwright said.

“However the ruling does not stipulate how much, or indeed when we can expect to see monies returned,” she

said.

“And whilst we may never receive all of our funds invested, any money recovered will have an enormous benefit for the community as it will be fed back into Council services and community assets.”

Wingecarribee Shire Council has already recovered $8.6 million from CDO investments, and still holds $11.6 million.

The Council now awaits a court date in November when Justice Steven Rares will give

final orders that will confirm details of the compensation that Lehman Brothers Australia will be liable for.

The published reasons for judgment and the summary of the decision are available at www.fedcourt.gov.au.

Media statement, 21 Sep 2012 Nic Pasternatsky, Gosford Council Media Release, 24 Sep 2012 Wingecarribee Shire Council

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Gosford LGA emergency services directory

Ambulance, Police, Fire 000 Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Organisations

G-line - Gambling Helpline 1800 633 635 Credit Helpline 1800 808 488 Child Support Agency 13 12 72 Australian Injury Helpline 1800 223 363 Veteran Affairs Network 1300 551 918 Mens Domestic Violence 1800 000 599 Sexual Assault Resource 1800 199 888 Gay and Lesbian Counselling 1800 184 527 Gay and Lesbian Support 1800 249 377 Youth Sexuality Network 4320 2856 Vietnam Veterans 1800 043 503 Victims Support Services 1800 633 063 Translation and Interpreting Service 13 14 50

Aboriginal Legal Service 8842 8000 Community Options 4351 3388 Bungree Aboriginal Association 4351 3388 Mingaletta 4342 7515 Aboriginal Home Care 4352 1153 Drug & Alcohol rehab 4388 6360 Respite Care Options 4351 3388 Eleanor Duncan Aboriginal Health 4351 1040 Darkinjung Local Land Council 4351 2930

Accommodation Dept. of Housing Gosford 4323 5211 Cassie4Youth 4322 3197 Coast Shelter 4324 7239 Pacific Link Com Housing 4324 7617 Rumbalara Youth Refuge 4325 7555 Samaritans Youth Services 4351 1922 Youth Angle • Woy Woy 4341 8830 Youth Accom Hotline 1800 424 830 Temporary Accommodation 1800 152 152

Family and Relationships

Animal Rescue

Health

Parents Helpline 132 055 Centacare Gosford 4324 6403 Gosford Family Support Service 4340 1099 Horizons (For men with children) 4333 5111 Interrelate - Family Relationships 1300 736 966 Uniting Care Burnside Gosford 1800 067 967

Wildlife Arc 4325 0666 Wires 1300 094 737

Gosford Hospital 4320 2111 Cancer Hotline 131 120 Mental Health info Service 1300 794 991 Sexual Health @ Gosford Hospital 4320 2114 Beyond Blue (Depression) 1300 22 4636

Counselling Mensline - talk with a bloke 1300 789 978 Lifecare Family Services 1300 130 225 Centacare: 4324 6403 Relationship Australia: 1300 364 277 Interrelate: 1800 449 118

Problems, Habits & Addiction G-Line Telephone Counsel 1800 633 635 Gamblers Anonymous 9564 1574 Alcoholics Anonymous 4323 3890 Narcotics Anonymous 4325 0524 Quitline 131 848

Emergency Police Assistance Line 131 444 Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000 Woy Woy Police Station 4323 5599 Energy Australia 13 13 88 Gas Emergency 131 909 Gosford City Council 4325 8222 Marine Rescue - Central Coast 4325 7929 SES - Storm and Flood Emergency 132 500

Welfare Services Donnison St. Restaurant 4325 3540 Gosford Family Support 4340 1585 Horizons Family Services 4334 3377 Meals on Wheels Gosford 4363 7111 Woy Woy 4341 6699 Department of Community Services Gosford - 4336 2400 The Salvation Army 4325 5733 Samaritans Emergency Relief 4393 2450 St Vincent De Paul Society HELPLINE 4323 6081

Crisis Services and Helplines Lifeline - 24 hr. 13 11 14 Suicide Helpline 1800 191 919 Kids Helpline 1800 551 800 Parents Helpline 13 20 55 Indigenous Call Centre 136 380 Family Relationship Advice Line 1800 050 321 Family Drug Support 1300 368 186

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Gosford Council is likely to comprise four Liberal councillors, two Labor, one Green, two Team McKinna and one Doyle Independent, if preferences fall as expected.

Jeff Strickson, Deanna Bocking, Bob Ward, Robert Stephen, Adam Crouch and Chris Burke. picked up the swing to them of 2.7 per cent apiece.

The Liberal Party received a quota of 3.84 on first preference votes, meaning that sitting

councillors Jeff Strickson and Chris Burke and new candidate Bob Ward were elected in their own right.

The Labor Party received a

Comment sought on new camping fees Comment will be sought on new fees and charges for the Patonga Camping Area for a period of 28 days.

If no “sustainable objections” are received, the new fees will be adopted.

Gosford Council has proposed that the charges go up to $44 per night for the powered sites from $31 per night and to $35 for unpowered from $24.50 per night.

A report from staff to the council meeting of Tuesday, September

4, said weekends at the Patonga Camping Area were often fully booked from September through to the end of April every year.

Under the current fees and charges, these weekends fall into the “shoulder tariff” period excluding long weekends, NSW School holidays and the peak period from December 1 to January 31.

According to acting director of city services Mr Peter Armour, the camping area was at capacity during these weekends, and

additional resources were required including security on a Friday and Saturday night and additional staff.

The resources and services being provided were consistent with those being provided during “peak tariff” times, he said.

“The current rates charged for the shoulder rate period do not cover the costs involved with the additional services required,” Mr Armour said.

Gosford Council Agenda CIT.39, 4 Sep 2012

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September 25, 2012

Liberals dominate at council election Central Coast First and the Greens were the big losers.

Once having two councillors, including last year’s mayor Cr Laurie Maher, Central Coast First look unlikely to retain any seats.

It gained only 52 per cent of the number of votes required for a councillor to be elected in his own right.

The Greens suffered a swing away from them of 4.4 per cent, down to 10.4 per cent of the vote, and will lose one of their two seats on the previous council.

The Liberals retained most of the personal following that Cr Chris Holstein brought with him when he joined the party at the last election, dropping only one per cent.

Elected as Member for Gosford in the State election, Mr Holstein did not contest the council elections this year.

Labor and the independents

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quota of 2.32 first preference votes, meaning that sitting councillors Jim Macfadyen and Vicki Scott were re-elected.

Team McKinna gained a quota

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of 2.21, meaning that Lawrie McKinna and Gabby Bowles were elected.

With a quota of only 1.14, the Greens will lose a seat to only retain one seat on council, with Hillary Morris elected.

Sitting councillor Craig Doyle, with a quota of 0.77, is expected to benefit from Central Coast First preferences to get him across the line.

The Liberals are expected to pick up the final council seat on preferences.

None of the elected councillors lives on the Peninsula, with Jeff Strickson at St Huberts Island, Deanna Bocking at Killcare and Jim Macfadyen at Pretty Beach being the closest.

Counting for the Gosford Council election was still underway as Peninsula News went to press on Friday and results may be subject to change.

The poll was not expected to be declared until Saturday.

Website, 14 Sep 2012 NSW Electoral Commission

Railway St to be B-double route Gosford Council will arrange for advertisement in the Government Gazette to proclaim a B-double semitrailer route for Railway St, Woy Woy, from Charlton St to Nagari Rd to the Woy Woy tip entrance.

A request was received by Council from Viking Waste Pty Ltd that a B-Double route to the Woy Woy tip be established.

The proposed route satisfied the route assessment guidelines for B-Doubles for land and shoulder widths and swept path requirements.

A trial run was carried out and was witnessed by representatives from Council, Roads and Maritime Services and NSW Police.

The consensus from those representatives was that the route be approved.

According to Gosford Council’s Local Traffic Committee report of Monday, August 6, the route would reduce heavy vehicle movements throughout the day, reduce fuel consumption and pollution for the movement of freight and be more efficient.

Gosford Council Agenda TR.12.39, 4 Sep 2012

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Avoca Beach is into another Grand Final, while Kariong are after their first top grade Premiership since 1993.

This will be a tight match for the entire 80 minutes.

These two teams played each other two weeks ago in the Major Semi-final, and Avoca Beach won that game.

During the season proper, these two teams have had a win each, but Avoca Beach wore Kariong down and secured the win in the Major Semi-final, with time running out.

Avoca Beach will attempt to do the same thing again

this weekend.

Avoca Beach will use their experienced players and will never say die.

They will rely heavily on number eight Emile Thomas, locks Peter Steele and Adam Winter, and prop Luke Sheridan to lead from the front in the forwards.

Kariong have a big pack and they will be put on the go forward by players such as prop Shannon Beavan, number eight Moanna Talakai, and number seven Afele Tongia.

They are the players that Kariong will rely on to take the initial control of the match.

However, Kariong will need to play the full 80 minutes.

In recent matches, they have played great rugby and have scored some exciting tries, but then at other times, they have tended to go to sleep.

They cannot afford to do that on Saturday if they wish to win this Premiership.

Avoca Beach, we know, will go for the full 80 minutes as they did two weeks ago.

The backline battle will be interesting.

Avoca Beach have a combination of experience in players such as Dan Reihana, Justin Staben and Matt Maloney, but they also have youth and pace in key positions.

Fullback Jacob Briggs and winger Tom Murphy will know where to head with pace if given the opportunity.

Kariong have much the same situation.

They may not have the same level of experience as Avoca Beach, but centre Sione Malu is a key person in that department.

Fullback Derick Peachey, winger Josh

Bottero, five-eight Mitchell Clay and half back Scott Hanley all provide flair in attack and all can score those vital tries.

Goal kicking will also be important.

Avoca Beach have the ever reliable Matt Maloney, the highest point scorer this year in Central Coast Rugby, while halfback Scott Hanley will need to be on song all day for Kariong.

Avoca Beach will be in their 11th successive First Grade Grand Final.

They have won seven of these since 2002 and will be hoping to add another on Saturday.

Kariong have been in several Grand Finals in recent years, but have not won the big one since 1993, which was at the end of the club’s heyday in the early 1990s.

What has happened this season in their matches,

plus all the statistics and history, make for an enthralling and exciting Grand Final this year.

The Second Grade Grand Final also sees Avoca Beach in action and they take on Ourimbah in what should prove an intriguing clash.

These two teams met in the Major Semi-final two weeks ago and Avoca Beach won that game after a close first half.

Avoca Beach and Ourimbah both finished level at the top of this competition so it is difficult to predict a winner in this fixture on Saturday.

“The Third Grade Grand Final will be a beauty,” said Thomson.

There was nothing between Northlakes and Avoca Beach and the game will go right down to the final whistle.

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their third senior team in a Grand Final on Saturday which is a marvellous achievement.

Northlakes have been the form team in this competition this year but Avoca Beach have struck a purple patch in recent weeks and have shown good late season form.

There is a lot of experience in both teams and the standard of play in all Third Grade Finals fixtures this year has been good.

The U19 Grand Final is between Terrigal and The Entrance.

Every game this season in this competition has been close.

It has been one of the most even competitions on the Central Coast for years and this match on Saturday will be no different.

Gosford Public School Action Group chairperson Ms Jackie Draper, Central Coast Greens representative Ms Kate da Costa and Henry Kendall High School P and C president Mr Rob Wilcox spoke to the panel along with Teachers Federation representative Ms Debbie Westacott, Gosford Public School P and C president Mr Stephan Thomas and Gosford Waterfront Action Group representative Mr Gary Jackson.

“The whole proposal and documentation has been insultingly inadequate,” said Ms da Costa.

“The refusal of both

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National Golden Gloves championships, English was set to fight in the light flyweight division, but after drawing the bye in the first round, the 2011 flyweight champion found himself getting into the ring to contest the bantamweight belt at the invitational championships.

“I drew the bye in the first round, which meant that I was straight through the light flyweight final.

“My opponent then withdrew from the

tournament before the fight and I had to give away five and a half kilograms and fight in the bantamweight division,” said English.

Not being a stranger to giving away weight on his opposition due to his rugby league background, English threw everything he had at his opponent in the championship bout.

“We went for the full three rounds, it was a good fight.

“Everything went to plan and my coach was really

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the previous and current government to consider any other site than Henry Kendall High School has reduced the time for proper planning, but

the children of Gosford Public School and Henry Kendall High School should not be punished for government intransigence.

“This will set precedence for mergers and the selloff of schools around the state.

“Many people worked tirelessly on this campaign,

supported by Dr John Kaye, Greens MLC in State Parliament.

“The petition, with over 10,500 signatures, thousands

of letters, the teachers the parents and everyone who has to make this transition work have been ignored.

“This State government was elected on a promise to listen to and empower local communities, but this forced relocation over the wishes of the entire community has made a mockery of the Coalition’s promise.

“The move, promoted as a way of paying for much needed and overdue upgrades, is a false economy.

“As soon as the new school opens, it and the high school will be at capacity.

“The Government will find itself very soon having to pay for an entire new school, but they appear to only be interested in the current budget.

“We will be keeping a close eye on the merged schools and the old waterfront site to see how long it takes for anything to appear there which will benefit the community,” said Ms da Costa.

Email, 21 Sep 2012 Kate da Costa, Central Coast Greens

Federal Court rules against Lehman Brothers G

osford Council has said it will seek legal advice following the ruling from the Federal Court of Australia on Friday, September 21, that investment company Lehman Brothers Australia is liable for millions of dollars lost by Councils via failed investments.

by Warwick Whitmore

ue to a series of u n fo r e s e e a b l e events, Central Coast Academy of Sport future stars boxer, Josh English, found himself stepping up a weight division and fighting for a national bantamweight belt in Acacia Ridge, just south of Brisbane.

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d e c i s i o n was made on Thursday, September 20, by the Joint Regional Planning Panel (JRPP) to approve the development application to relocate Gosford Public School to the grounds of Henry Kendall High School.

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happy with how I fought and applied what we had been working on at training.

“It came down to the judge’s decision on points and I won the bantamweight championship,” added English.

The 2012 National Golden Gloves Bantamweight championship is English’s second National championship, after winning the flyweight belt at the same championships last year.

Wingecarribee Shire Council, along with City of Swan and Parkes Shire Councils, led the class action case, which involved a total of 72 plaintiffs.

Although Gosford Council was not involved in the class action case, Council’s director of corporate services, Mr Nic Pasternatsky said Council

would be following the case closely and would be guided by their own independent legal advice.

Wingecarribee Shire Council was seeking to recover approximately $20million in potential losses.

The court found that the Council was misled by negligent advice and that the

Australian arm of Lehman Brothers, previously known as Grange Securities, had engaged in deceptive conduct, breach of contract and a breach of its fiduciary duties.

Newly elected mayor, and Chair of Wingecarribee Council’s Finance Committee, Cr Juliet Arkwright said the decision vindicated the

Council’s decision to instigate legal action against Lehman Brothers in a bid to recoup funds lost in financial products known as collaterised debt obligations (CDOs).

“This case has been an ongoing process, and we are very pleased with the result.

“We can now attempt to recoup funds,” Cr Arkwright said.

“However the ruling does not stipulate how much, or indeed when we can expect to see monies returned,” she

said.

“And whilst we may never receive all of our funds invested, any money recovered will have an enormous benefit for the community as it will be fed back into Council services and community assets.”

Wingecarribee Shire Council has already recovered $8.6 million from CDO investments, and still holds $11.6 million.

The Council now awaits a court date in November when Justice Steven Rares will give

final orders that will confirm details of the compensation that Lehman Brothers Australia will be liable for.

The published reasons for judgment and the summary of the decision are available at www.fedcourt.gov.au.

Media statement, 21 Sep 2012 Nic Pasternatsky, Gosford Council Media Release, 24 Sep 2012 Wingecarribee Shire Council

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Labor Party wins A Ward – Greens miss out t the time the Wyong Regional Chronicle went to press, Australian Labor Party (ALP) candidates for election to Wyong Council had received the highest number of first preference votes in A Ward with a total of 12,087 votes.

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A Ward’s ALP, headed by Cr Doug Vincent, received 30.10 per cent of the formal vote with a quota of 1.81 giving the group a possibility of two councillors being elected.

This would see the ALP’s number two candidate, Mr Ken Greenwald join Cr Vincent on Council for the first time.

The A Ward Liberal party candidates trailed closely behind with 28.56 per cent of the formal vote and a quota of 1.71.

The A Ward Liberal

ticket is headed by Mr Luke Nayna, who at 24, is set to be Wyong Council’s youngest ever councillor.

Current A Ward Independent Cr Greg Best is certain to serve another term, with 19.11 per cent of the formal vote and a quota of 1.15.

A Ward Save Tuggerah Lakes’ candidate, Mr Adam Troy, is also expected to gain a seat, with 12.75 per cent of the formal vote and a quota of 0.80.

Current Central Coast Greens Cr Sue

Wynn polled the lowest in A Ward at the time the Chronicle went to press, at just 8.9 per cent, and it is unlikely she will serve another term with a quota of only 0.53.

A final declaration of the poll was planned for Friday, September 14, but counting was still taking place and the declaration was postponed until the following week.

Council meetings are not able to resume until the poll is declared.

Website, 14 Sep 2012 Electoral Commission NSW

Chittaway Public School on election day

Liberals win B Ward he Liberal Party were in front for B Ward with 9,788 votes in Lloyd Taylor, is likely to potentially miss out on a polling just 7.75 per cent the Wyong Council election at the time the Wyong Regional gain a seat, with 14.53 seat with a quota of 0.58. of the formal votes and a It’s still too close to quota of only 0.46. per cent of the formal Chronicle went to press.

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The B Ward Liberal and most recent mayor Party led by Cr Lynne Cr Bob Graham is Webster, was in front certain to serve another with 26.60 per cent of term with 20.98 per cent the formal vote and a of the formal vote and a quota of 1.26. quota of 1.60.

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Community objections overruled

by Larry Thomson

he 2012 First Grade Rugby Union Grand Final is between Avoca Beach and Kariong this Saturday, September 22, at Morry Breen Oval.

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ticket Cr Lisa Matthews is certain to serve another term, with 20.48 per cent of the formal votes and a quota of 1.23.

Save Tuggerah Lake’s B Ward party, led by Mr

vote and a quota of 0.87.

Current B Ward Independent Cr Doug Eaton, Wyong Council’s longest serving councillor, has just 9.67 per cent of the formal vote and could

The results are subject call and that fifth seat could go to Tyson May, to change, as official the number two person results were scheduled to on the Liberal Party be finalised on Saturday, ticket.

September 15.

The B Ward Central Website, 14 Sep 2012 Coast Greens have Electoral Commission NSW missed out on a seat,

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Council seeks 59% increase in water service fees G

osford Council has applied to the NSW Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) for new water, sewerage and stormwater drainage prices from July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2017.

If approved, the average resident’s water service fee will increase by 59 per cent in the first year and 140 per cent in the four year period from $99.28 to $238.04 per annum.

The annual sewerage service charge would increase by 14 per cent in the first year if approved and by a total of 53 per cent in the four year period.

Additionally, storm water charges would also increase in this case by 29 per cent in the first year and a total of 85 per cent over the four year period if approved.

These charges do not include water usage charges.

The total bill, not including water usage, would therefore increase by 22 per cent in the first year and 69 per cent over the four year period which would increase the average bill from $716 per annum to over $1210 per annum.

Council has submitted a detailed proposal outlining the

fees and charges needed to cover the costs of maintaining, operating and improving the community’s water, sewerage and stormwater drainage systems.

Council’s director of water and sewer Mr Rod Williams said new prices would help Council make multi-million dollar system improvements for the 70,000 properties currently using its water and

sewer networks.

“These charges cover the cost of treating over 11 billion litres of water every year and delivering it to properties through our 1000 kilometre network of water mains.

“During this pricing period, Council will be delivering major upgrades to the water supply system including a $7.9 million Somersby Water Treatment Plant upgrade that

involves the replacement and renewal of assets to improve reliability, efficiency, safety and asset performance.

“Plus, there are extensive, on-going efforts to replace ageing water mains and maintain the quality of the City’s drinking water.

“The prices also ensure that more than 11 billion litres of wastewater each year is safely taken away from properties via our 1500 kilometre sewerage network and treated to required standards.

“In the next four years, over $34 million will be spent on refurbishments and renewals for aging sewerage infrastructure to maintain optimum service delivery and reduce risk to the environment and public health.

“Major upgrades will be completed at Kincumber and Woy Woy Wastewater Treatment Plants, with $16 million spent to improve the treatment process and ensure we continue treating the community’s wastewater to the required environmental

standards.

“These projects are only a snapshot of the comprehensive maintenance, renewal and improvement programs that we will be undertaking to ensure the community receives quality water and sewerage services.

“We appreciate that any price increase can be a concern for residents and we will always strive to deliver services that provide value for money,” Mr Williams said.

The community has the opportunity to comment on Council’s submission until October 12, by lodging a submission to IPART. In addition, a public hearing will be held on November 12, before IPART releases its draft pricing determination in February 2013 for further comment.

IPART’s final price determination is expected in May 2013 and new fees and charges will come into effect on July 1, 2013.

*Council's calculated water, sewerage and stormwater drainage prices for residential customers this financial year. IPART will issue a draft price determination report in February 2013 and a final determination report in May 2013.

Monday 24th September Billy T Bear show - 11am Interactive music & dance show.

Billy gets Zumbatomic 1pm Get your fitness freak on with Billy T Bear and Miss Chrissi’s Zumba for Kids.

Tuesday 25th September Fun with Science - 11am Fun with Mad Professor Jamus’s experiments to amaze .

Cooking Time - 1pm Decorate biscuits, make fairy bread and other fun food with Tammy.

Wednesday 26th September Billy T Bear show - 11am

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Friday 28th September Cooking Time With Tammy 11am. More fun food activities.

Billy Bear’s 1st Birthday Disco - 1pm Yes Billy is turning 1. Come along and enjoy his disco birthday party with cake for everyone.

Tuesday 2nd October to Friday 5th October Join the Circus - 11am & 1pm Fun filled juggling show for all the family. See an assortment of juggling techniques including audience participation with Llynda Nairn.

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Protesters deliver 10,000 signature Landing petition embers of the Gosford Waterfront Action Group (GWAG) travelled to State Parliament on Thursday, September 20, and delivered their petition in respect of the Gosford Waterfront to Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein.

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The petition calls for the prevention of The Landing development proposal, as the group believes it would alienate public lands and water at the Gosford waterfront.

“GWAG believe that the public land in this area should be preserved for the people, not developers and private interests,” said GWAG spokesperson Mr Gary Jackson.

He then went on to say that Mr Holstein agreed to present the petition to the parliament and said he would speak “on” the petition when it comes before the Legislative Assembly later this year.

“The petition contains

in excess of 10,700 signatures from people who are opposed to the Gosford Waterfront Development proposal” said Mr Gary Jackson.

“Of those signatures, 93 per cent were from Central Coast residents and the remainder coming from visitors to the area.”

This is the second petition to be presented to the NSW Legislative Assembly in respect of the Gosford City-Waterfront Development, the other one being in relation to the relocation of Gosford Public School.

“We feel that the petition should send a clear message to Mr Holstein and the NSW

Parliament that there is significant community discontent about the redevelopment of the Gosford Waterfront.

“This petition demonstrates there are now far more people opposed to the waterfront development than were in favour of the original Gosford Challenge proposal,” said Mr Jackson.

Members of GWAG will again travel to Parliament House later this year when the petition will be debated in the Legislative Assembly.

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Community fights for Old Sydney Town M embers of the Reopen Old Sydney Town group are hailing their recent event in Kibble Park Gosford, the Spring Muster, a success, according to group spokesperson Mr Jake Cassar.

“We had strong support from the community who turned up in good numbers throughout the day,” said Mr Cassar.

“While our primary objective as a group is to

bring back Old Sydney Town, this campaign is already having a very positive impact on the community.

“We had quite a few people turn up in costume,

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some of who were ex staff from Old Sydney Town who are very hopeful that if the park ever re-opens, that they may be able to get their jobs back.

“Another very positive aspect is the fact that our campaign is already helping to bring the community together, while bringing historical entertainment and education back to the Central Coast.

“On the day, the live Australian colonial songs, Irish folk music and the reenactment, were very well received by the crowd and it was great to see children and teenagers interested in their heritage.

“We really had a great day and it was especially good to see the women, children and elders dressing up and enjoying themselves together.

“I believe we really need something like Old Sydney Town here on the Central Coast and for many reasons.

“How can we expect our

youth to grow up having respect for our incredible country, when many of them are not learning about our not so distant history?

“In many ways, I believe we are losing our National identity and, while that may mean different things to different people, I am hopeful that both indigenous and European history are equally and accurately represented if we can re-open the park.

“We raised around $1300 on the day, which will go towards the $25,000 we need to raise, so we can apply for a grant for a further $25,000 to get together

a feasibility study and business plan.

“We are an official registered charity and any support from local businesses or individuals would be greatly appreciated.

“To make this happen, the Central Coast will have to unite and we may have to think outside the square.

“The buildings will need to be repaired, and if we can’t get Government support, we can run programmes with our local youth welfare and social justice organisations in partnership with local business’s to get

the ball rolling.

“This community cohesion is incredibly valuable and would give important training and potential employment opportunities for our local youth.

“If there has ever been a cause that can accomplish this and effectively tap into our community spirit, I believe the campaign to bring back Old Sydney Town can,” said Mr Cassar.

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Constitution needs explaining would like to know under what part of the Constitution of Australia does a politician or beaurocrat have the right to sell our country without a referendum on the question?

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I cannot find any part that relates to the answer.

Another question that came from the last local government elections was “where in the Constitution does it state anything about political parties?”

They are members of the

Senate and that is all, therefore political parties are not in the document.

Could a lawyer or solicitor answer the question please in the interest of the people?

(State) House of Assembly, or Council, (Federal) House of Representatives or the

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Actual discussion needed G

osford School’s P and C president Stephen Thomas (7 Jul, Coast Community News) clearly has a problem understanding what’s relevant in education.

Although he may not understand how teachers will manage the move to the new site, competent teachers will have no difficulty.

Instead of organising photogenic Park Rallies which involved little more than a chanting crowd being videoed as it advances towards the camera, he might consider a discussion panel.

If it had a balanced

he Mountain is experiencing a wave of pressure, misinformation, and dare I say it, hysteria, surrounding a certain inappropriate out of zone, development here.

I hope a couple of simple facts will help.

In the new LEP 09, a doctor can set up a home practice in their home in a rural community, provided it is a certain distance from another doctor (maybe 4km).

They don’t need any letters of support or lobbying.

The village centres can house medical centres with doctors, dieticians, chemists, pathologists, radiologists etc. as they have zoning permissions.

Village centres in rural communities are the best idea ever.

They cater for all the urban business ventures we

need and at last take away the conflict and threat to our farms.

How about we unite to ask the medical support businesses to set up legally in our village centres?

The businesses there need the others (they’re all battling).

Vacant premises aren’t good.

Maybe with the Mountains plague of cancer we may get a cancer care group to come part time.

Our local council has said

they will deal with DAs as if the LEP is signed off now.

I’m sure, in time, with a good medical centre setup in village centres, many doctors will be pleased to run home practises.

A great result for us all.

In the year of the farmer 2012, what a great gift to our current and future farmers.

Please, everyone, forget the hype of hysteria.

Thank our authorities for our village centres and no more development on demand illegally.

We have the best concept ready to benefit us all.

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principles rather than chanting slogans, he might finally understand.

Understand why both the last two State Governments plus the Education Department realised it was the optimal solution.

Or am I being too optimistic?

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Council taking too many high risk investments

ll ratepayers should be asking questions about Gosford City Council’s current investments as millions of dollars are being lost each year as Council invests in high risk foreign investments.

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In the most recent monthly financial report produced by Gosford City Council, June 2012, $24 million invested in CDOs (Collateralized Debt Obligations), currently have a market value of just $1.4.

Substantial recent losses include five investment portfolios which failed and lost a total of $7.5 million.

Gosford Council’s losses were recently the subject

of an ABC 7.30 report on August 3.

While Council continues to talk up the revitalisation of Gosford CBD, shouldn’t the ratepayers’ money be injected into the local economy and create local

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It is time that Gosford City Council and its foreign investments were scrutinised by a thorough independent audit so that the ratepayers of this city can determine exactly what has happened with those investments.

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free carer health check will be held on Tuesday, October 16, at the Carer Retreat and Information centre, Gosford, from 10am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm.

n Erina based chiropractic centre, Chavez Chiropractic, has incorporated computerised chiropractic adjusting technology using the Impulse iQ adjustment instrument.

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The instrument aims to create more efficient treatments that are comfortable and just the right dosage.

The developer of this technology, chiropractor Dr Chris Colloca, collaborated with bio mechanists, engineers, and orthopaedic spine surgeons to conduct research on the new product before its release.

Numerous research studies have been published in scientific medical and chiropractic journals on this

new technology.

The technological

benefits of computerised technology allow chiropractors like Dr Jorge Chavez to deliver high-tech controlled treatments that target the underlying source of patient’s pain.

Conditions ranging from low back pain to whiplash, neck pain and headaches are managed by chiropractors with the device.

Dr Chavez is also able to treat extremity conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, shoulder

problems and foot pain such as plantar fasciitis with this technology.

“It’s clear that chiropractic care is part of a growing natural approach to health care to meet the needs of today’s better educated patient,” said Dr Chavez.

“The Impulse iQ computerised adjusting technology is further evidence of our commitment to provide the best quality care to our patients in the community,” he said.

A variety of health screens and tests will be available including blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, lung checks, women’s health, men’s health, emotional health and

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McDonald’s fundraiser brings in over $80,000 cDonald’s Restaurants from across the Central Coast rallied together on Friday, September 14, to host the annual fundraising dinner for the renowned Ronald McDonald House Charities.

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“Having a sick child or family member must be devastating,” said McDonald’s Central Coast licensee Mr Ron Mussalli.

“This event aims to support families who have been dealt the unfortunate card.

“The support from both the Central Coast community and local businesses on Friday evening by way of donations and attendance was both touching and inspiring.

“The Ronald McDonald Family Room at Gosford will be equipped with laundry and cooking facilities, to make the experience of having a child go through day or long-term treatment at hospital as easy as possible,” said Mr Mussalli.

The successful event at Terrigal’s Reef Restaurant featured performances by

The Apprentices, comprised of four emerging female solo artists Makaylie Foodey, Georgia White, Kaylah Anne and Hannah Smith.

Along with a live auction and raffle, guests also had the opportunity to purchase a gold brick for $1000 which will be built into the wall inside the family room with the plaque identifying the contributor or family.

“This year was the first time we have sold bricks at the event and they were a big hit with many keen supporters enjoying that their contribution will be recognised in the brickwork of the family room.

“It will be lovely for the families at Gosford Hospital to have a visual token of the generous individuals who made the room possible,” said Mr Mussalli.

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Health

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osford Council has started building the Local Government Area’s largest ever stormwater harvesting and re-use scheme in Terrigal.

Council’s director of water and sewer Mr Rod Williams said it was great to see the first sod turned on the $2.2 million project.

“This scheme will reduce demand on our drinking water supplies and minimise the impact of stormwater run-off on the region’s local waterways,” Mr Williams said.

“Close to 50 million litres of drinking water will be saved each year by providing harvested stormwater to irrigate The Haven Oval.

“The Terrigal Bowling Club and Crowne Plaza will also be purchasing and using treated stormwater from the scheme for numerous non-drinking water purposes,” said Mr Williams.

Council engaged Terrigal-based Scape Constructions Pty Ltd late last year to design and build the scheme.

“Work in Terrigal involves building a stormwater treatment plant and underground storage tanks in the Wilson Rd car park adjacent to the Terrigal Bowling Club Greens,” Mr Williams added.

“A new, mainly underground pipeline will also be installed along parts of Ash St and the Terrigal Esplanade up to The Haven Oval.

“This project, along with another at Hylton Moore Park, will save over 80 million litres of water each year and wouldn’t be possible without $3 million in funding from the federal and state governments,” said Mr Williams.

The Australian Government has provided $2 million in funding for both schemes from the Water for the Future initiative through the National Urban Water and Desalination Plan.

Each project is also

being supported by the NSW Government’s Climate Change Fund, with $1 million granted through its Central Coast Water Savings Fund.

Under the NSW Government’s Central Coast Water Savings Fund, $9.5 million is being provided for 80 projects to save one billion litres of water and $2.4 million in water bills a year.

“Council is also contributing $1 million towards these projects,” Mr Williams said.

“The energy needs of both schemes will be offset by a $120,000 program to generate renewable energy at other Council facilities,” he said.

Work on the Terrigal scheme is expected to be completed early next year.

Media Release, 18 Sep 2012 Nathan Slade, Gosford Council

Water usage continues to fall C

entral Coast dam storage was at 49.3 per cent as of Sunday, September 16.

This time last year, the storage level was only 38 per cent.

The Central Coast community continues to live water smart with total water use for 2012 currently 17,897 million litres (ML) compared to 18,779ML for the same period last year.

This water use is almost 5 per cent lower.

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The SunSense SunSensibility initiative is a community health project now in its second year.

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Erina company wins two building awards E rina based construction group Baxter Building Company (NSW) Pty Ltd has taken out two Master Building Association Awards amidst a record number of entries and a strong field of competitors.

Competition for the categories won by the building company included larger construction companies from the Central Coast, Hunter, Newcastle, New England, Mid-North

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ne of Australia’s leading registered training organisations (RTOs) is offering a training course to residents of the Central Coast on Monday, September 25, in Terrigal.

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West Gosford outlet wins national sales award est Gosford based sales and service provider of copiers, printers, faxes and scanning devices, Sharp Document Solutions (DS), has won the coveted Sharp Dealers national Sales Excellence Award for 2011 and 2012.

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Held every two years, in conjunction with the Sharp National Dealer Conference, the awards recognise success in winning new business and retaining existing clientele during the two-year period preceding the Conference.

Sharp DS Central Coast was up against 64 other national Sharp dealers for the Sales Excellence title.

In presenting the award, Sharp Corporation of Australia’s general manager of copiers Mr Mark Thomas said, “Sharp DS Central Coast’s success is a credit to themselves as a top level service provider on the Central Coast of NSW”.

“Other dealers should take note as to how Sharp DS Central Coast run their operations, with both sales and support as a benchmark for how they should run their businesses,” he said.

Describing their business as a “Central Coast business

for Central Coast business”, Sharp DS’s directors Nathan Walker and Nigel Neubauer said they take great pride in supporting local businesses in order to help the region grow and become more selfsustainable.

Sharp DS was established in 2008, at a time when the impacts of the GFC were just taking hold and most in business were sitting tight and doing their best to ride out the storm.

The pair seized the opportunity to purchase the Central Coast representation

rights for Sharp photocopiers from Sharp Electronics Office National in Newcastle as its owner was approaching retirement.

Nathan had been Central Coast branch manager of Office National for eight years, while Nigel had 25 years of experience in the industry in Sydney before relocating to the Central Coast.

“Rather than being worried about the impacts of the GFC, we used it as motivation to concentrate on businesses within our

local area and offer them better service and more cost effective solutions than they could receive from non-local suppliers,” said Nathan.

Currently operating with a team of eight, Nathan and Nigel said they pride themselves on taking on young trainee service technicians and, in conjunction with TAFE, putting them through a comprehensive formal and on-the-job training program.

Sharp DS has achieved a 400 per cent increase in clientele in four years.

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Gabby Bowles optimistic over Gosford’s future abby Bowles was elected to Council as number two on Lawrie McKinna’s Independent ticket.

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She said she is thrilled to have been elected to Council alongside Lawrie.

“It is such a privilege to be able to represent the community and have a part in shaping the future of our city.

“Being a councillor is a challenging job; with so many constituents to represent it is

impossible to keep everyone happy all of the time.

“Despite this, now is a really exciting time in Gosford City and I am optimistic we

can move forward over the next four years working closely with the community to achieve big things for the benefit of all residents.

“We were confident Lawrie had a very good chance of being elected but to be able to get myself over the line as well was icing on the cake.

“The whole team worked incredibly hard on the campaign and we are all very pleased with the result,” said Ms Bowles.

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Ward delighted to be creating a “can do” council ob Ward was elected to Council as part of the Liberal party and said he was “absolutely delighted to be elected as part of a really strong Liberal Party team”.

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“It must sound corny, however, I was thrilled when I received the first letter, addressed to me as a councillor and saw my name at my desk in the horseshoe in the Council chamber,” said Cr Ward.

“My interest in local government was sparked by a two year period as volunteer researcher for Chris Hartcher MP when he was the Shadow Minister for Local Government.

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for the March 2011 state election and researching and preparing a range of speech notes and shadow cabinet briefing papers regarding local government across the state.

“The local government campaign was gruelling as our team participated in canvassing at street stalls, railway stations and prepolling.

“This effort was rewarded with election of four of our

team to Council.

“I’m really looking forward to the challenges ahead, especially that of Gosford City Council becoming a ‘can do’ council, with the support of the new general manager and my fellow councillors.

“There are some really exciting times ahead of us with the Gosford Landing project and the reinvigoration of the Gosford CBD. “Also Gosford City Council plans to borrow $6.85 million with a generous interest rate subsidy, under the NSW Government’s Local Infrastructure Renewal Scheme, to fund work on over 100 existing local roads, through rehabilitation, reconstruction and-or asphalt re-surfacing,” Cr Ward said.

Bob Ward, Liberal

Liberal Party a clear winner J at Gosford council elections

Strickson pledges a fresh start

eff Strickson was re-elected to Gosford Council as one of four successful Liberal candidates.

otes have been counted and successful candidates for the new Gosford Council have been named with four Liberal Party candidates sworn in, along with three independents, two Australian Labor Party (ALP) candidates, and one Green.

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The Liberal party’s Chris Burke (14,456) and Jeff Strickson (30,424) were elected for another four years while Bob Ward (22,251) and Deanna Bocking (7,193) will begin their first four years on Gosford Council.

Independent Laurie McKinna was elected for his first term with a total of 17,964 votes along with Gabby Bowles (9,098) who was second on the ticket.

Vicki Scott (10,061) and

Jim Macfadyen (18,219) were both re-elected as part of the ALP. Craig Doyle returned as an Independent with only one seat elected from his party with a total of 7,461

votes while Greens’ first on the ticket, Hillary Morris, was elected for her first term with 9,069 votes.

The mayor and deputy mayor were elected on the night of Monday, September

24, but results had not been released at the time Coast Community News went to press.

All councillors were invited to contribute their views on being elected.

The following are the councillors who responded.

Website, 24 Sep 2012 Electoral Commission NSW

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I was not sure if we would get two on, but when we found out we did, it was very satisfying,” said Cr McKinna.

“It showed we ran a good campaign.

“I was unsure how the voting would have gone but had hoped Team McKinna would have been well supported and it turned out

“I was very proud of the result with myself and Gabby getting onto Council,

very well for us.

“I am now looking forward to doing a good job on council for the next four years,” he said.

Lawrie McKinna, Independent

Macfadyen ready to serve another term ustralian Labor Party candidate Jim Macfadyen was elected to Gosford Council for a further term and said he knew the party would do well because it had the community’s support.

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Cr Macfadyen also said that the party had the support of property owners who were affected by the S149.5 planning certificate issue.

He said it was a pity the party was unable to muster enough support to get Peter McCabe elected.

“He is a young man with a young family and would have brought that perspective to Council,” said Cr Macfadyen.

“It is a pity Barry O’Farrell did not announce his cuts to education and heath prior to the local government election (no wonder the public are sceptical about politicians)

as I am sure that would have affected the number of Liberals elected and Peter would have been there.

“I am sure the community will let Barry know what they think about his cuts at the next State election.

“Vicki Scott and I welcome the new comers to Council and I am sure we all have the same desire to make Gosford LGA a place we can all be proud and passionate about and hopefully kick start Gosford to make it a living

city and take its place as the capital of the Central Coast.

“It is interesting having five new councillors and I am sure they are expecting a new direction for Council and our community.

“We are happy to work with whoever is elected as mayor and it will be interesting to see the result.

“I am sure that the people who voted Labor would expect either Vicki or myself to nominate.

“I was elected mayor in 2008 and of the 10 councillors elected I have had the experience of holding that office, however, I am confident that anyone of the 10 of us can carry out this role.

“I am sure some of the big ticketed issues confronting us will be the Landing, including the introduction of the NBN network, the regional library, the protection of our

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environment, in particular our COSS lands, a space for our talented musicians and artists, looking for opportunities to get extra funding from government for our roads and the revitalisation of Gosford CBD, just to name a few issues.

“This Council will appoint

Cr Strickson said the party was happy with the outcome and has thanked all the people who voted in the Gosford LGA elections

a new general manager to replace Peter Wilson, who in conjunction with the elected councillors and staff will take Gosford forward into the future, and make this LGA a place we can all be proud of,” said Cr Macfadyen.

u c c e s s f u l Australian Labor Party candidate Vicki Scott said she was disappointed the election resulted in a conservative council, but was sure councillors would be able to work together.

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“Labor ended up with a swing of 3.4 per cent towards us, as opposed to all other existing groups from the 2008 election who had negative swings against them.

“We will continue to work for the community and pursue the policies on which we campaigned, getting the basics right, no excessive rate rises, bringing Council to the local community, protecting our lifestyle and supporting local jobs,” said Cr Scott.

Jim Macfadyen, ALP

Vicki Scott, ALP

Morris keen to foster a balance illary Morris was elected to Gosford Council for her first term and is the only councillor representing Central Coast Greens.

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She said she is looking forward to representing the Greens on Council and working with councillors and Council staff so the residents of the Gosford Local Government Area get the best possible outcomes for both their community and their environment.

“I am keen to see Council foster a balance between community, environment and development,” said Cr Morris.

“My aims on Council

as well as volunteers who assisted on the day.

“I would also like to pledge that the Liberal Team will work hard to ensure the best outcome for the rate payers of Gosford, by getting back to basics, by delivering value for money and ensuring a fresh start,” he said.

“There are five new councillors and with a new

Scott is sure councillors will work together

McKinna looks forward to doing a good job n d e p e n d e n t candidate Lawrie McKinna was elected to Gosford Council for the first time and said he was “very happy with how the election went”.

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are to work on a clean energy master plan either with Council and/or the community, protection of the Central Coast from Coal Seam Gas exploration and mining and a focus on maintaining public open space and building on increasing recreation areas.

“I am also hoping this

term of Council will finally see Bambara lands included as part of the Brisbane Water National Park.

“I am extremely grateful and appreciative of all the support and encouragement our campaign team received from the community, the Central Coast and the Greens Federal and State parliamentary members.

“It was always going to be touch and go as to whether or not we would have two Greens elected on Council and I would like to thank Kate da Costa for her efforts and her ongoing support,” said Cr Morris.

Hillary Morris, Central Coast Greens

general manager soon to be appointed to Gosford Council this is a great opportunity for a shift in culture, by becoming a Council that will be proactive and dynamic in its approach over the next four years and beyond.

“I would like Gosford Council to become known as a ‘can do’ Council.

“We want to join with others on Council who want to see rapid progress on exciting projects such as the Gosford Challenge, which will build much needed infrastructure and create jobs at the same time.

“We will support and hopefully be supported by like-minded councillors who share this vision for Gosford and are committed to its delivery.

“The mayor and deputy mayor with the support of their colleagues will need to work very hard with the

business community to help change perceptions that has kept investors away for years.

“We have a good working relationship with the Gosford State Member Chris Holstein as well as the Minister for the Central Coast Chris Hartcher and this is vital as we need both State and Federal Government support on this journey,” said Cr Strickson.

Jeff Strickson, Liberal

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NAISDA receives $74,000 grant

Hanging Swamp Field Day

AISDA Dance College has been successful in its application for support under NSW’s Arts Funding Program (AFP) and has been approved for $74,500.

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oung people and community groups will have the opportunity to take part in the Hanging Swamp Field Day on Friday, September 28, at Green Central, Kariong, from 10am to 2pm.

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The Field Day is part of a $20,000 restoration project funded by the Australian Government’s Caring for Our Country Community Action Grant.

The project will be hosted by youthconnections.com. au, and the community is encouraged to participate and help restore the ecological health of a hanging swamp in the Kariong area.

“The soil structure of hanging swamps are fragile, generally with low fertility and the loose structure is highly susceptible to erosion and

fire,” said horticulturalist Mr Tony Wells.

“Due to erosion and the infestation of weeds, many hanging swamps have disappeared from the Gosford area,” he said.

The Field Day will be an opportunity for participants to see the before state of the hanging swamp and for plant communities to discuss restoration strategies.

Representatives from the Hawkesbury-Nepean Catchment Management Authority, the HunterCentral Rivers Catchment

Management Authority, Gosford Council, the Community Environment Network (CEN) and Ausgrid are due to attend the Hanging Swamp Field Day. The project will provide an on-going educational resource for the local community in demonstrating restoration techniques for other hanging swamp vegetation communities on the Central Coast Plateau.

Email, 17 Sep 2012 Charlotte Dickie, youthconnections.com.au

The NSW Government is providing $701,738 in funding to be shared by 12 arts organisations state-wide to assist them with the cost of local capital works projects.

The $74,500 to NAISDA Dance College will be used for the capital redevelopment of NAISDA’s performance space and storage facility.

This includes the installation of a storage facility as well as sound and lighting equipment which will complete the College’s studio complex.

“Regional Capital funding is designed to support capital infrastructure projects which promote participation in, and access to, arts and cultural activities by diverse communities,” said Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein.

“This grant program can assist local councils to develop projects that are environmentally sustainable and add to a city’s or region’s cultural infrastructure and services.

“Arts NSW contribute up

Defence Family Funday Defence Family Funday will be held at the Central Coast Grammar School on Sunday, October 28, from 11am until 3pm.

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The day has been organised to find out about local services, pension and

medical support available to current and ex serving members and their families.

The day provides an opportunity to meet with others in similar situations in

a relaxed picnic setting.

Activities are planned for the kids and a variety of information will be available.

Email, 13 Aug 2012 Lyn Jones, Department of Veteran Affairs

to 50 per cent of the cost of a project to successful organisations.

“The NSW Government is committed to providing opportunities for people in regional NSW to participate in arts and cultural activities.

“The Government has set a target under the NSW 2021 strategic plan to increase participation in arts and cultural activities in rural and regional NSW by 10 per cent from 2010 to 2016.

“This will be achieved in part through the provision of grants, partnerships with local government, other state government bodies, and the regional programs of the state’s cultural institutions,” Mr Holstein said.

Minister for the Arts Mr George Souris said the Arts Funding Program (AFP) plays an integral part in the development of the State’s artistic community.

“The AFP is an important component of the NSW Government’s commitment to the arts, providing program

and project funding for arts organisations, and support for individuals,” Mr Souris said.

“This support contributes to the profile of NSW as the cultural and creative capital of Australia and provides new opportunities for the people of NSW to participate in arts and cultural activities.

“The NSW Government is committed to helping grow a creative, diverse and strong arts and cultural sector that encourages excellence, innovation and boosts our economy.

“The NSW Government is pleased to support the NSW artistic community under the AFP. “The Arts Funding Program encourages high artistic merit, innovation and generates increased access to arts and cultural opportunities for all.”

Media Release, 21 Sep 2012 Chris Holstein, Member for Gosford

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which will include prizes and raffles on the night.

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Out & About Annual Christmas Parade

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Rotary Clubs raise $3,000 for Coast Shelter

osford Business Improvement District (GBID) is calling all schools, community groups, individuals and business across the Central Coast to join this year’s annual Gosford City Christmas Parade.

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The parade will start at 11am on Saturday, November 24, and is likely to attract a crowd of several thousand onlookers.

“The Annual Gosford City Christmas Parade is a wellestablished tradition where we block off Mann St in Gosford and transform it with all the colour and excitement of the parade,” said GBID manager Mr Paul Brasch.

“The event highlights our vibrant community on the Central Coast and the

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t the Central Coast Home Expo held on the weekend of August 25 and 26, the Rotary Clubs of Erina, Kariong-Somersby, Kincumber, The Entrance and Woy Woy worked together to raise funds for Coast Shelter by helping with the administration of the event and collecting gold coin entry donations.

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A cheque for close to $3000 was presented to Coast Shelter executive officer Mr Laurie Maher

by David Stuart, who was representing the five Rotary Clubs involved.

In presenting the cheque, Mr Stuart commented on the generosity of Central Coast residents as well as

many out of town visitors.

“Almost everyone knew of the excellent community work conducted by Coast Shelter and were happy to contribute, many most generously,” said Mr Stuart.

“It was really a pleasure for our Rotarians to participate in the Expo when so many knew of the work

of Coast Shelter,” he said.

In thanking the Rotary Clubs, Mr Maher said the money would go towards the new Coast Community Centre in Mann St, Gosford.

Media Release, 18 Sep 2012 Heidi Blyth, Coast Shelter

changing face of Gosford City.

“After the parade, there are free activities for the whole family in Kibble Park, Gosford.

“The best part is that participation is free and there are some great prizes to win for the best community groups.

“We would like to encourage you to be creative and Christmas-y.

“You can celebrate this theme with colour, zany costumes, a Christmas theme ‘with a twist’ or your own fun

way.

“Be creative with your vehicle (floats, trucks, cars), walking processions, characters, bands, dress up animals or whatever suits.

“Harness your best ideas and go for it.

“This is a great opportunity for exposure to thousands of people for your business, school or community organisation,” said Mr Brasch.

Media Release, 14 Sep 2012 Paul Brasch, GBID

Chance to Win!

oast Community News and Sixth Scent are giving one lucky reader the chance to win a French tablecloth and French fragrance valued at $100.

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The French linen table cloth, valued at $55, is Christmas themed and wrinkle free with no ironing necessary.

The perfume, Sweet Charm Blue, valued at $45 has a floral, fruity scent with fresh notes of lemon and mandarin.

Sixth Scent offers a varied selection of perfumes and home wares on its online store.

For more information, visit www.sixthscent.com.au.

The winner will need to come into our Gosford store to pick up their prize.

To enter the Coast Community News Sixth Scent competition, write your name, address and phone number on the back of an envelope and send to Coast Community News Sixth Scent competition PO Box 1056, Gosford, NSW, 2250, by the close of business Friday, October 5.

The winner of last edition's Coast Community News Delaqua competition was Kris Brookes of Erina.

The Gosford Graffiti Art Project

The Gosford Graffiti Art Project and the Gosford/Narara Neighbourhood Centre invite you to the official opening of the mural on the wall of St Vincent de Paul Society in Mann Street, Gosford.

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Thousands show for Kincumber festival ocal residents poured out in the thousands to support Kincumber’s 10th annual community festival on Saturday, September 15.

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The theme was Kincumber in the Spotlight and, according to Kincumber and District Neighbourhood Centre manager Ms June Galea, it was very appropriate, with local skills and talents on display on the outdoor stage.

“The Children’s Parade was noisy and colourful with the children displaying their tie dyed t-shirts and masks made at a series of workshops previously held at the Kincumber Neighbourhood Centre as

well as the children from the Indian dancing classes and drumming classes,” said Ms Galea.

“Colourful characters roamed the event and children took the opportunity to have a free ride on Thomas the Tank Engine around the grounds of major sponsor Waterford Retirement Village.

“All activities were free in the Children’s Corner, where some wonderfully decorated cupcakes, masks and treasure boxes were made, and some stories

told,” she said.

The Saturday was the culmination of the week of activities held this year to celebrate 10 years of the Kincumber Festival.

“The festival is a result of the enthusiasm and hard work of the volunteers who put many hours into the organisation,” said Ms Galea.

Email, 21 Sep 2012 June Galea, Kincumber and District Neighbourhood Centre

Where do you get it?

Following is a list of all good outlets where you can get your free copy of Coast Community News Avoca Avoca Cinema Avoca Hotel Avoca Shops Avoca Surf Club Avoca Primary School Bottle Shop Service Station Sul Rondo Café

Organic Plus Red Rooster Shell Service Station Singos Meats Tarragal Glen Village The Bungalows Woodport Inn Woodport Retirement village

Bensville Bensville Shops Coast Christian School

Forresters Beach Retirement village

Central Mangrove Memorial Golf Club Copacabana Copacabana Shops Kiosk East Gosford East Gosford Cafes East Gosford Hotel East Gosford Olympic Pool East Gosford Shopping Centre Gosford Regional Gallery Gosford Sailing Club St Edward College High School St Josephs Girls College High School Erina Bob Jane Central Coast Adventist School Central Coast Grammar School Dulux Erina Fair Library Erina Leagues Club Erina Mall Fitness 2000 Fountain Plaza Jacks Bar and Grill McDonalds

Imperial Centre Monti’s Officeworks Public School RSL Retirement Village and Community Centre Spotlight Tourism Information Centre West Gosford RSL

Kariong Central Coast Regional Development Corporation Green Point Chemist Aldi Kariong Cafe Broadlands Kariong Liquor Store Green Point Christian Kariong Neighbourhood College Centre Green Point Community Kariong Supermarkets Centre Kariong Tavern Green Point Village Langford Drive Service Mr Catering-Greenway cafe Station Mt Penang Tourist Gosford information Centre Anaconda Shell Service Station Bite Me Take Away Caltex Service Centre Kincumber Central Coast Leagues Brentwood Village Club Holy Cross Catholic Primary CRS Australia School Ducks Crossing Kincumber High School Publications Kincumber Hotel Duttons Tavern Kincumber Library Gateway Takeaway Kincumber Nautical Village Gosford Bowls Club Kincumber Primary School Gosford Court House Kincumber Shopping Gosford High School Centre Gosford Hospital Mitre 10 Gosford Hotel Multi Purpose Community Gosford Library Centre Gosford Police Shell Service Station Headquarters South Kincumber Shops Gosford Senior Citizen Take away Food Outlets Centre Gosford Showground Kulnura Gosford Tafe General Store Gosford Uniting Church

Laguna General Store Lisarow B.J Howes Metal land Lisarow High School Lisarow Plaza Shopping Centre Narara Narara Community Centre Narara Service Station Parsons Rd Narara Valley Nursery Narara Valley shops Narara Take Away Narara Home Central Service Station - Manns Rd/Merinee Rd Niagara Park Multi Sports Centre Niagara Park Community Centre Niagara Park Library Niagara Park Primary School Niagara Park Shopping Centre Sara Lee Niagara Park Tavern North Gosford Hinterland Real Estate Network Video North Gosford Private Hospital North Gosford Shops Mangrove General Store Peats Ridge Corrugate Café

Point Clare Aldi Acorn Garden Centre Aubrey Downer Chemist Fairhaven Services Meat Discounter Liquor Shop Point Clare Community Hall Point Clare Real Estate Point Clare Shopping Centre Point Clare Thai Takeaway

High School Wamberal Country Club

West Gosford Bakery - Manns Rd Bazzas Pet Shack Beacon Lighting Blockbuster Bunning Warehouse Caltex Service Station Chemist Clearview Glass Saratoga/Yattalunga/ Coles Davistown Domain Alloura Waters Village Drummond Golf Davistown Bottle Shop Formulae 1 Motel Davistown RSL Golf Club Saratoga Shopping Centre/ Gosford Carpet Warehouse Cafe/Newsagent Gosford Motor Inn Saratoga Community Hall Gosford Palms Motor Inn Saratoga Shell Service Gosford Tools Station Hungry Jacks Yattalunga Shopping Centre Husqvarna Indoor Sports Centre Somersby KFC General Store Lin Brothers Master Builders Spencer McDonalds General Store Metro Service Station Michel’s Patisserie Springfield Mobil Service Station Ozone Express Newsagent Springfield Shopping Red Rooster Centre Settlers Tavern Subway Tascott Supercheap auto Convenience Store West Gosford Motel West Gosford Tavern Terrigal Rugby Club Surf Club Zanziba Cafe Hotel Library Wollombi Bowling Club General Store Crowne Plaza

Woy Woy Peninsula Leisure Centre Peninsula Community Centre Cempbells Home Hardware Wyoming Adelene Village Aldi BP Service Station Brisbane Water Legacy Nursing Chapmans Fruit Shop Community Centre Fitness Centre Wyoming Grange Hotel Henry Kendall Village Image Motorcycles J&B Noodle Bar KFC Laycock St Theatre McDonalds Our Lady of the Rosary Primary School Recreational Car Accessories Ten Pin Bowling Westpac Bank-City gate Willows Hotel Woolworths Service Station Wyoming Caravan Park Wyoming Medical Centre Wyoming Public School Wyoming Shopping Village Wyoming Shops corner of Maidens Brush Rd and Warrawilla Wyoming Youth Centre

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Erina Fair celebrates Family Week

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Wrecks, Reefs and Research exhibition

his October, Erina Fair will host a series of activities including a workshop hosted by celebrity mum Antonia Kidman as part of Family Week, an initiative designed to celebrate the family and assist with some of the issues they face.

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The Handicraft • Hand embroidered bed spreads • Mirror Work bed spreads • Block printed and hand painted quilts • Cushion covers, wall hangings, bags, table runners and other gift items

Shop 20, Carbow Arcade 134 Mann St - Gosford 0421 455 039

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he Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre (CCMDC) at Terrigal opened its school holiday Wrecks, Reefs and Research exhibition on Saturday, September 22.

The exhibition includes displays, activities, tours, videos, competitions, prizes and freebies.

Visitors can view one

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of the 100 commissioned Lego replicas of the new research vessel Investigator built for the CSIRO, learn about shipwrecks and

artificial reefs, make their own artificial reef and view the winning entries in the inaugural ex-HMAS Adelaide Underwater

Photograph competition.

Also on display will be photos showing the transformation of the exHMAS Adelaide as an artificial reef in its first 12 months on the ocean floor.

Media Release, 17 Sep 2012 Jane Smith, CCMDC

Cosplay barbecue

he first Central Coast Pop Culture Initiative’s (CCPI) Cosplay-pop culture barbecue was held on Sunday, September 9, at Lion’s Park on the Gosford foreshore.

The get-together attracted over 70 people from the local, metropolitan and hunter regions, with one dedicated fan travelling from Katoomba in the Blue Mountains.

Event organisers said they were thrilled with the number of attendees who dressed up, with 40 people dressed as their favourite pop culture icon and 30 people taking part in the Cosplay competition.

The competition drew

support from local and metropolitan businesses with The Good Guys Erina and Anime at Abbotsford supplying the major prizes.

Australian graphic novel author Sorab del Rio

supplied three copies of his graphic novel Zombie Cities while the CCPCI committee supplied a further three prizes from the ABC Shop at Erina.

Although the event

was primarily designed to promote pop culture on the Central Coast, the CCPCI committee took the opportunity to raise funds for the Give Me Five for Kids Charity.

Media Release, 18 Sep 2012 Kevin Pellew, CCPCI

Central Coast Centre In our ongoing fund raising activities to support our Centre, with its 14+ horses and ponies and our 120+ riders each week with their therapeutic riding programmes, we are holding a Trivia Night.

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a series of topics, ask questions in an open forum and take away key learnings that they can put into practice in their own home.

“I’m thrilled to be a part of Family Week and celebrate families,” Ms Kidman said.

“The Family Week workshops are a great way to share knowledge and learn from others.

“I’m looking forward to meeting the Erina Fair shoppers and hearing their stories.”

Erina Fair centre manager Mr Steve Beaumont,explained that Family Week strived to create a unique experience for families in the community.

“At Erina Fair we aim to provide our customers with more than just a retail offering.

“We strive to give them an opportunity to interact with one another in a social setting.

“Family Week encourages our shoppers to take time out from their busy lives and socialise with their family and friends while at the same time learn from industry professionals and celebrities,” he said.

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As part of the program, five feature workshops will be hosted at the centre.

These workshops include one by Antonia Kidman addressing the importance of enjoying meals together and another by Surf Life Saving Australia which will cover water safety with a focus on key surf skills.

Dr John Irvine will highlight ways to raise happy, healthy kids in the 21st century in his workshop, Sheyne Rowley will share her management strategies to assist in solving children’s sleep disturbances and clinical psychologist Heather Irvine and baby whisperer Maryanne Sayers will discuss the joys and tears of the first year of motherhood.

Antonia will also conduct an in-centre appearance where she will sign copies of her latest book, The Simple Things: Creating an Organised Home, a Happy Family and a Life Worth Living.

The workshops are designed to educate participants on how to manage day to day issues families face and encourage dialogue between parents on how to best overcome them.

Participants have the opportunity to discuss

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Not for Profit Organisations Directory Art

• Meditation History Groups • Support Groups Point Clare Brisbane Water • Friendship Groups Arts & Crafts Historical Society) • Music and Movement for Wed - Adult Art Class • Coach tours under 5 Approaches to Visual Arts, • Rooms for hire • School educational tours supported by History of • Annual Street Stalls 4363 1044 Art, to develop your own • Participation in History style Heritage Week Celebration Computer Groups Wed & Frid - Adults Margaret Pearce AACC Computer Bunka Embroid, Cards, 4325 2270 Club Inc. Crotchet, Cross Stitch or www.aacc.asn.au bring your own $3/session Help with all Computing Fellowship of First Point Clare Community problems, Program demos Fleeters Central Hall Coast For anyone + Q&A sessions 10am - 12noon interested in early history 2nd Wed Windows, 7 4325 5007 or early family histories.

10pm You don’t need to be a Narara Valley High School Central Coast Art First Fleeter to attend.

Fountains Road, Narara Society 3rdWed,Linux9.30am- Wyong RSL Club 2nd Sat Bringing together artists 12.30pm @ East Gosford 10:30am 4323 1849 and interested people for Progress Hall lectures, demonstrations 4th Thur, Social + Central Coast Family and discussion.

Windows 12.15 – 3.15pm History Society Inc. Weekly paint-outs each @ East Gosford Progress All the resources, Tuesday - Call 4349 5860 Hall - Cnr Webb Rd & information and advice for locations needed to study your Henry Parry Drive Workshops - 4363 1820 family’s history are 4362 1918 - 9.30am - 12.30pm 1st available through the 4324 2740 and 3rd Wed and Social Society at 8 Russell secretary@aacc.asn.au Meetings 1.30pm 4th Drysdale St, East Gosford.

Wed at Gosford City Arts Seniors Computer or www.centralcoastfhs.

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Conservatorium students picked for Opera House

Out & About

Student art selected for permanent collection

ive students from the Central Coast Conservatorium were handpicked to work with one of Australia’s leading orchestras to perform at the Sydney Opera House on Saturday, September 15.

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day immersion in Sydney where they met up with fellow musicians from around the state to perform.

The Central Coast students involved were all senior instrumentalists of AMEB Grade 5 or higher.

Jarrad Jones played Timpani drums, Emily Chapman was part of the first group of violins, Jonathan Mackenzie Barr played viola, Ayrton Gilbert was on double bass and Jasper Wand, this year’s recipient of the Haines and Streather Scholarship, performed on oboe.

“The kids had such a great time and feedback has been tremendously positive,” said Conservatorium Management Board president Ms Robyn Ward, who is also mother to Jasper.

“They did a fantastic job on Saturday and the kids, AOBO and parents were all enthralled by the whole process,” she said.

Media Release, 17 Sep 2012 Lisa Kelly, Central Coast Conservatorium

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Joshua Davis's art work

oshua Davis, 9, from Brisbania Public School and 10 year old Indiana Vaynman from Chertsey Public School have had artworks selected for the prestigious Operation Art tour and permanent collection.

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A total of 789 artworks from more than 800 students in 250 schools across the State were selected for exhibition at the Armory Gallery.

From these, 50 of the best, including Joshua’s and Indiana’s, were chosen to begin a year-long tour, starting with an exhibition at the Art Gallery of NSW. The works will then move to a number of regional galleries, before settling at Westmead Children’s Hospital as part of its

The show is called In the Den of the Howling Wolfgang, and will comprise Earlwood singing and playing old favourites, new material, acoustic and

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The Howling Wolfgang comprises Phil “The Groover” Grove on piano,

Pete Mackie on bass and Rob Floyd from The Lemon Sucking Daddies on drums.

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The judges, whose unenviable task it was to whittle the 800 works down to the 50 permanent works, included AGNSW senior curator Erica Drew and Joanna Capon OAM, Honorary curator of The Children’s Hospital at Westmead.

This year, a former patient of The Children’s Hospital at Westmead, Alyce Harmer, also assisted the judges to select the artworks.

fter eight years of putting on shows with acts like The Brewster Brothers, Jim Conway’s Big Wheel, Glenn Cardier and Continental Robert Susz, Earlwood Greg will perform his own show at the Central Coast Conservatorium on Saturday, September 29, at 8pm

Thursday Oct 4

Electric Blues Jam, Central Coast Hotel, 2-5pm Spring Flux, The Rhythm Hut, 7pm

formidable collection of art.

Students were invited to submit artworks which will contribute to creating a more congenial, healing environment for Westmead Children’s Hospital’s young patients and their visitors.

Now in its 18th year, Operation Art has meant that more than 800 colourful works now adorn the halls, wards and surgeries at Westmead, providing cheer to both patients and their families, and to the staff that work there.

Earlwood Greg to play the Conservatorium

Photo: Michael Amendolia

As part of a joint project between the Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra (AOBO) and the Association of NSW Regional Conservatoriums, students from the Central Coast, Wollongong, New England, Orange, Macquarie, Young and Upper Hunter met and rehearsed on Thursday, September 13, for a series of intensive rehearsals at the Opera Centre.

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Fool for Love at Avoca

Spring Fest Markets

ool for Love, a stage show produced by Daniel Csutkai and the newly formed Ferguson St Theatre Company, will be performed at the Avoca Beach Picture Theatre on Monday, October 8.

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The Ferguson St Theatre Company aims to bring more theatre to the Central Coast, and the whole Fool for Love cast and director Greg Kennedy, are Central Coast locals.

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he Spirit of the Coast Singers is calling on people from all walks of life who love to sing to join them at their weekly get-togethers.

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The group meets every Wednesday evening at 7:15pm in the Parkview Room at the Central Coast Leagues Club and practices under the guidance of musical director Jane Becktel.

“In the short time she has been on the Central Coast, Jane has become very involved in the music scene here, and continues to surprise us with new songs and fabulous arrangements,” said Spirit of the Coast Singers member Ms Kathy King.

The group sings a-capella and in two, three and four part harmonies with songs varying from Old English, Scottish, Negro spiritual, soul, jazz and ABBA. Email, 7 Sep 2012 Kathy King, Spirit of the Coast Singers

ollowing on from the Spring Fest Markets on Saturday, September 8, which will now be an annual event, the next Gosford City Markets is scheduled for Saturday, October 13.

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Challenge Cup at Terrigal

St Philips takes part in Slingsby ceremony

tudents from St Philips Christian College Gosford were part of the choir that performed the National Anthem when gold medallist Tom Slingsby was presented with the keys to Gosford City on Saturday, September 8.

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he 2012 Challenge Cup was held at Terrigal Bowling Club on Monday, September 17, which saw Everglades Bowling Club take home the Cup.

Twenty-two teams competed in the annual event which is open to all clubs in the District.

The Everglades team, consisting of Roslyn Sinnott, Colleen Vrolyks, Sharyn Teasdale and Janice Jones,

took home the Cup with two wins, 17 ends and 31 shots., Runner up was Munmorah United, consisting of Elaine Spek, Pamela Roberts, Jennifer Del-cet and Valerie Anthoney, with two wins, 16 ends and 24 shots.

Two games were played on the day, one of 13 ends and one of 12, playing different opponents each game. “The weather was overcast and windy which made the greens a bit tricky

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Point Clare lost the toss and was sent into bat first.

“The school’s openers faced some strong and

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Central Coast Paralympians wo Central Coast locals, Teigan van Roosmalen and Liesl Tesch will represent Australia at the Paralympics in London from Aug, 29 to Sept, 9.

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Swimmer, Teigan van Roosmalen, who attended Terrigal High School, was born with ushers syndrome, a hereditary disease affecting her hearing.

She was the youngest person in the world to receive a cochlear implant.

Teigan, 21, competed at the 2008 World Cup in Manchester and won two bronze medals.

Later that year, at her Liesl Tesch

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by Sven Wright

Teigan van Roosmalen

Ross competes in Olympic track ďŹ nal

iming is everything and Australia’s Skud 18 crew couldn’t have asked for anything more on day four of the London 2012 Paralympic Sailing Regatta on Portland Harbour.

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After a long day of competition, which included two abandoned races, Daniel Fitzgibbon and Liesl Tesch came off the water exhausted, but with spirits high after ďŹ nishing second and ďŹ rst in the day’s two races. “It was a long day waiting for the wind, we had two false starts as the wind kept changing, but we had a really good day,â€? said Fitzgibbon. “Liesl and I were on ďŹ re, we played with the eet a lot and sailed people back a bit.â€?

In race one the Aussie crew looked to be in trouble

when they went around the top mark in second last position but that was due to the changing wind and luckily for the duo, the race was abandoned and restarted.

Fitzgibbon and Tesch have only been sailing together since 2011.

With just three races left in the competition (at the time Grandstand went to press) Australia sit in ďŹ rst place with a handy four point lead over the USA who are second on a count back from Great Britain. “We’re in sync as a team, and ďŹ nally I’m in sync with what I need to be doing out on the water,â€? said Tesch of Woy Woy. “Every single race I get a better understanding of sailing and what my responsibilities are about,â€? said Tesch. “Historically, we perform better at the end of a regatta.â€?

There were 67 competitors from Green Point and they all represented the College with great pride.

The Girls Opens Relay Team kicked off the meet, consisting of Jessica McGillivray (Year 8), Madeline Linnet (Year 8), Laura Amos (Year 8) and Kate Linnet (Year 9), who not won but also broke the previous record with a time

of 54.21.

Green Point also broke other long standing records including Lachlan Apps in the 12years Boys 100m with a time of 12.90 broke the previous record of 13.03.

He also broke the previous 12 years boys 400m record of 1:07.67 with a time of 1:05.26 and the 12years Boys Long Jump record 4.55m with a distance of 4.73m.

Slingsby to be given keys to the city

Australian Olympic Team website

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Zach Bolton broke the 15 years Boys 400m 56.97 record with a time of 55.89, Jordan Fleming broke the 16 years Boys 200m record of 23.72 with a time of 22.69, Logan Palmer broke the 15 years Boys 4kg Shot Put 12.07m record with a distance of 12.60m and Nicola McDermott broke the 16years High Jump with a leap of 1.70m.

oshua Ross of Woy Woy competed in the Men’s 4 x 100 metre relay ďŹ nal in the last track and ďŹ eld event on day 15, the last day of the London Olympics.

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Ross competed alongside team members Anthony Alozie, Isaac Ntiamoah and Andrew McCabe and ran the last leg for the team.

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Australia placed seventh with a time of 38.43 seconds, 1.59 seconds behind the ďŹ rst placed Jamaican team of Usain Bolt, Yohan Blake, Michael Frater and Nesta Carter.

The former Henry Kendall High School student competed in the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, and placed sixth in the 4 x 100m relay and 20th place in the men’s 100m.

entral Coast Olympic gold medallist Tom Slingsby will be presented with the Keys to Gosford City in a welcome home celebration to be held at the Gosford Waterfront Reserve on Saturday, September 8.

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The award recognises

Tom’s contribution to the sport of sailing at both a national and international level.

Tom, who began sailing at the age of eight, was named World Sailor of the Year in 2010, won ďŹ ve World Championships in the space of six years and most recently, won Olympic gold in the Men’s Laser event at the 2012 London Olympic Games.

Gosford mayor Cr Laurie

Maher said this award was recognition of Tom’s momentous achievement winning Olympic gold. “Tom is a fantastic representation of the Central Coast spirit and is proof of the success that can come about as a result of hard work and dedication. “The Central Coast is lucky to be fringed by fantastic waterways, so it is no surprise that we have a vibrant and diverse sailing

community producing world class sailors. “Tom’s success is an inspiration to other budding sailors and serves to highlight the wonderful range of water sports on the Central Coast. “Having been considered amongst the best in the world for several years, it is wonderful to see Tom’s success culminate in Olympic gold at the London Games; awarding him the

Keys to the City is just one way that we can recognise this achievement,� said Cr Maher.

Cr Maher said this award not only recognised Tom’s sporting efforts but also acknowledged his success in lifting the proďŹ le of the Central Coast around Australia and the world. “On behalf of Gosford City Council, I would like to congratulate Tom on his achievements in his

chosen sport and wish him continued success into the future. “We are proud to have him represent our region and put Gosford City on the map in the international arena,� said Cr Maher.

Tom Slingsby’s Welcome Home Celebration, where he will be awarded the Key’s to the City, will take place at the Gosford Waterfront Reserve.

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Avoca to meet Kariong in Rugby Union Grand Final

by Larry Thomson

he 2012 First Grade Rugby Union Grand Final is between Avoca Beach and Kariong this Saturday, September 22, at Morry Breen Oval.

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Avoca Beach is into another Grand Final, while Kariong are after their ďŹ rst top grade Premiership since 1993.

This will be a tight match for the entire 80 minutes.

These two teams played each other two weeks ago in the Major Semi-ďŹ nal, and Avoca Beach won that game.

During the season proper, these two teams have had a win each, but Avoca Beach wore Kariong down and secured the win in the Major Semi-ďŹ nal, with time running out.

Avoca Beach will attempt to do the same thing again

by Gosford Council Media

reen Point C h r i s t i a n College competed in the Taree, Hunter and Central Coast Christian Schools Association (THACCCSA) Zone Secondary Athletics Carnival at Hunter Sports Stadium, Glendale on Friday, August 3.

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ďŹ rst Paralympic Games in Beijing, she made the ďŹ nal in four of her six races and set several personal bests.

Among the most decorated and respected members of the Australian team, ďŹ ve-time Paralympian Liesl Tesch is a teacher at Brisbane Water Secondary College’s Woy Woy Campus.

Liesl, who will compete in sailing, was involved in a bike accident which resulted in incomplete paraplegia.

She has won medals in several Paralympic Games in wheelchair basketball, and in London, will be competing in sailing, a sport she only took up in January last year.

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Email, 18 Sep 2012 Lesley swales, CCDWBA

Point Clare knocked out of PSSA cricket

oint Clare Public School’s cricket team competed in round four of the PSSA Knockout competition at Adcock Park on Monday, September 3, against Dural Public School.

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at times,� said Central Coast District Women’s Bowling Association acting publicity officer Lesley Swales. “However, all enjoyed the challenge,� said Ms Swales.

The Cup winners, Everglades, will be the host venue for next year’s event.

this weekend.

Avoca Beach will use their experienced players and will never say die.

They will rely heavily on number eight Emile Thomas, locks Peter Steele and Adam Winter, and prop Luke Sheridan to lead from the front in the forwards.

Kariong have a big pack and they will be put on the go forward by players such as prop Shannon Beavan, number eight Moanna Talakai, and number seven Afele Tongia.

They are the players that Kariong will rely on to take the initial control of the match.

However, Kariong will need to play the full 80 minutes.

In recent matches, they have played great rugby and have scored some exciting tries, but then at other times, they have tended to go to sleep.

They cannot afford to do that on Saturday if they wish to win this Premiership.

Avoca Beach, we know, will go for the full 80 minutes as they did two weeks ago.

The backline battle will be interesting.

Avoca Beach have a combination of experience in players such as Dan Reihana, Justin Staben and Matt Maloney, but they also have youth and pace in key positions.

Fullback Jacob Briggs and winger Tom Murphy will know where to head with pace if given the opportunity.

Kariong have much the same situation.

They may not have the same level of experience as Avoca Beach, but centre Sione Malu is a key person in that department.

Fullback Derick Peachey, winger Josh

Bottero, ďŹ ve-eight Mitchell Clay and half back Scott Hanley all provide air in attack and all can score those vital tries.

Goal kicking will also be important.

Avoca Beach have the ever reliable Matt Maloney, the highest point scorer this year in Central Coast Rugby, while halfback Scott Hanley will need to be on song all day for Kariong.

Avoca Beach will be in their 11th successive First Grade Grand Final.

They have won seven of these since 2002 and will be hoping to add another on Saturday.

Kariong have been in several Grand Finals in recent years, but have not won the big one since 1993, which was at the end of the club’s heyday in the early 1990s.

What has happened this season in their matches,

plus all the statistics and history, make for an enthralling and exciting Grand Final this year.

The Second Grade Grand Final also sees Avoca Beach in action and they take on Ourimbah in what should prove an intriguing clash.

These two teams met in the Major Semi-ďŹ nal two weeks ago and Avoca Beach won that game after a close ďŹ rst half.

Avoca Beach and Ourimbah both ďŹ nished level at the top of this competition so it is difďŹ cult to predict a winner in this ďŹ xture on Saturday. “The Third Grade Grand Final will be a beauty,â€? said Thomson.

There was nothing between Northlakes and Avoca Beach and the game will go right down to the ďŹ nal whistle.

Avoca Beach will have

their third senior team in a Grand Final on Saturday which is a marvellous achievement.

Northlakes have been the form team in this competition this year but Avoca Beach have struck a purple patch in recent weeks and have shown good late season form.

There is a lot of experience in both teams and the standard of play in all Third Grade Finals ďŹ xtures this year has been good.

The U19 Grand Final is between Terrigal and The Entrance.

Every game this season in this competition has been close.

It has been one of the most even competitions on the Central Coast for years and this match on Saturday will be no different.

Josh English is the National Golden Gloves Bantamweight champion

by Warwick Whitmore

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ue to a series of u n fo r e s e e a b l e events, Central Coast Academy of Sport future stars boxer, Josh English, found himself stepping up a weight division and ďŹ ghting for a national bantamweight belt in Acacia Ridge, just south of Brisbane.

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National Golden Gloves championships, English was set to ďŹ ght in the light yweight division, but after drawing the bye in the ďŹ rst round, the 2011 yweight champion found himself getting into the ring to contest the bantamweight belt at the invitational championships. “I drew the bye in the ďŹ rst round, which meant that I was straight through the light yweight ďŹ nal. “My opponent then withdrew from the

tournament before the ďŹ ght and I had to give away ďŹ ve and a half kilograms and ďŹ ght in the bantamweight division,â€? said English.

Not being a stranger to giving away weight on his opposition due to his rugby league background, English threw everything he had at his opponent in the championship bout. “We went for the full three rounds, it was a good ďŹ ght. “Everything went to plan and my coach was really

happy with how I fought and applied what we had been working on at training. “It came down to the judge’s decision on points and I won the bantamweight championship,� added English.

The 2012 National Golden Gloves Bantamweight championship is English’s second National championship, after winning the yweight belt at the same championships last year.

knuckled down and put in a solid batting display,� said Point Clare Public School cricket coordinator Mr Steve Rayner.

After 25 overs, the team was six out for 78 runs with Mitchell Wood top scoring with 30 runs. “Graham Porter and Ethan Curtin Edwards also batted well,� said Mr Rayner.

Dural Public School’s opening batsmen put in a solid display of batting and reached Point Clare’s score after 15 overs. “The boys in the team should be proud of the way they performed and the outstanding sportsmanship they displayed on the field, not to mention the team’s co-captains Aaron Bamforth and Lachlan Donohoe whose enthusiasm and leadership was inspirational to the whole team,� said Mr Rayner.

Newsletter, 11 Sep 2012 David Harris, Point Clare Public School

“It was amazing for our children to meet a real, live Olympic champion,� said St Philips Christian College principal Ms Michelle Kelly. “Tom was so generous with his time, and allowed the children to hold his medal, have photos taken with him and he signed many little hands.

“I was so proud of our children. “You would not believe how many compliments I received from people on how beautifully they wore the College uniform, how well they behaved and what a fabulous job they did singing the National Anthem. “Our Junior School teachers were amazing to organise this in such a short time and they did so with such enthusiasm and professionalism, even rearranging their weekends so they could be there on Saturday,� said Ms Kelly.

Newsletter, 14 Sep 2012 Michelle Kelly, St Philips Christian College

Slingsby’s gold visits Point Clare ear 3 and 4 students from Point Clare Public School were able to see and touch Tom Slingsby’s gold medal when his father, David, visited the school to talk about his son’s achievement.

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Mr Slingsby said he was proud of Tom and gave a motivating speech to the students about never giving up on a dream.

Tom, who is from Koolewong, won gold at

this year’s London Olympics in sailing. “Both classes were fascinated by the medal, how big and heavy it was,� said Point Clare Public School teacher Ms Bentlin. “I was very proud of all the children who listened very well and many children thanked David Slingsby individually (without being prompted) for his interesting talk,� she said.

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Coast Community News - September 25, 2012 - Page 23

Avoca are Rugby Union Premiers voca Beach won the 2012 First Grade Rugby Union Premiership when they defeated Kariong at Morry Breen Oval by 28 points to 14 on Saturday, September 22.

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Avoca Beach was the better team on the day and the win saw them gain another First Grade Premiership.

The first 15 minutes of the match proved a real struggle with both teams testing each other out with a series of forward exchanges but neither team was making any significant inroads.

If anything, it was Kariong who dominated territory during that time.

They spent a lot of time in the Avoca Beach half.

This gained a result for them in the 12th minute when their prop and captain Shannon Beavan made a 20 metre run to crash over adjacent to the posts.

It was the start that Kariong wanted.

The try was converted and Kariong had jumped to an early 7-0 lead.

Avoca Beach responded

two minutes later when their winger Matt Maloney kicked a penalty goal to reduce the lead to 7-3.

This remained the score for much of the remainder of the first half.

Both teams had their chances and both teams had periods of attack but good defence from the opposing team saw all attacking movements come to nothing.

It was certainly developing into a war of attrition with neither team able to gain the edge.

Kariong had long periods of possession and at times Avoca Beach could just not get their hands on the ball.

The best players for each of the teams at this stage gave it their all.

Prop Shannon Beavan was leading from the front and everywhere in attack and defence.

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was playing well and was scheming to gain the upper hand.

Avoca Beach was being led around the paddock by lock Adam Winter who was having one of his best games for the club.

He made several surges in the first half to get his team on the go forward.

He was well supported by prop Luke Sheridan.

The game had developed into a stalemate on the scoreboard but Avoca Beach got closer and then moved ahead with two late penalty goals in the first half.

In the 34th minute and then just before half time Matt Maloney kicked two penalty goals for Avoca to take the lead at the halftime break by 9-7.

The second half continued in much the same vein as what was observed in the first half.

Kariong had long periods of possession but couldn’t make the break through and get across the line.

Dogged defence by Avoca Beach simply shut them out.

The difference in the second half however was the good performance of the Avoca Beach outside backs.

Half Justin Staben and inside centre Dan Reihana were able to get the ball wide and the Avoca Beach outside backs proved dangerous every time they touched the ball.

Both wingers Tom Murphy and Matt Maloney made incisive runs, and the pace of Jacob Briggs was always on show.

Firstly a turnover of possession in the 10th minute of the half saw Avoca Beach five-eight Mitch Graham go to the blind before passing to winger Matt Maloney who raced to the line for a try.

This try was converted

by Maloney himself and Avoca Beach had moved to a handy 16 points to 7 lead, but Kariong were not to be outdone.

They quickly responded

with their second try.

A forward surge by Kariong saw the ball go to the blindside and with the ball in the hands of fullback Derrick Peachey, he raced 20 metres across field to score near the posts.

The conversion of this try saw the score line at Avoca Beach 16 Kariong 14 and the match was certainly on.

It was at this stage that Kariong could have taken the lead.

Kariong five-eight Mitchell Clay made a break before passing to his winger with the line open but the dropped ball saw a chance go begging.

From the 20th minute of this half for the next five minutes Kariong gave it their all to break through.

They took a tighthead at the scrum, but several dropped balls and wrong options cost them in achieving their aim.

It was the determined Avoca Beach defence that was the telling factor.

Having gained a penalty close to their own line, halfback Justin Staben showed quick thinking by taking an immediate tap and racing forward.

The ball was passed to supporting fullback Jacob Briggs who showed exceptional pace and outshone the Kariong defence to race 65 metres to score near the corner.

It was the turning point of the second half.

Avoca Beach were now leading by 21 points to 14 in what was proving an exhilarating second half of Grand Final rugby.

This try in the 28th minute of the second half placed Avoca Beach in a good position.

Kariong did hit back with some good play through loose forwards Afele Tongia and Sone Taito but there was to be no result on the scoreboard.

Avoca Beach also made further inroads.

Winger Tom Murphy was strong and made several telling runs during this period.

The Grand Final was cemented in the final few minutes of the game when Avoca Beach prop Luke Sheridan made a big run and crashed over near the posts for the winning try.

This try was converted and the final score of Avoca Beach 28 Kariong 14 was reached.

It was typical Grand Final rugby with no holds barred.

Both teams gave it their all but it was Avoca Beach who were the stronger on the day.

Avoca Beach had won their eighth First Grade Premiership in the last 10 years.

This Grand Final was also their 11th successive First Grade Grand Final appearance.

Avoca Beach were able to also win the Second Grade Premiership when they defeated Ourimbah by 18 points to 16.

This was a close tussle throughout and either team could have won this match.

Avoca Beach led for much of the game but only led by 13-10 at the halftime break.

The scores were levelled at 13-all early in the second half, however, Avoca Beach did score two tries to one.

It was certainly a tight match throughout but Avoca Beach was able to hang on against a determined Ourimbah side to take out the Premiership.

Avoca Beach Third Grade confirmed their wonderful day for their club when they took out that Premiership.

They were able to gain success in Third Grade when they defeated Northlakes by 11 points to 10.

Avoca Beach had won the First, Second and Third Grades in an historic day for the club.

Avoca Beach went to the halftime break in this match leading by 8- 3.

However Northlakes scored a great try to fiveeight Bill Moroney early in the second half to take the lead 10-8.

However a field goal to Avoca Beach player-coach Ben Spindler close to fulltime saw Avoca Beach take the lead 11-10 and were able to hang on to win the Premiership.

Terrigal were able to gain success in the Under-19 Grand Final when they won this Premiership by defeating The Entrance by 21-8.

Terrigal were able to stop any attack that came from The Entrance.

Terrigal led by 10-3 at the halftime break and continued that good form into the second half.

They dominated proceedings for much of the game and led by 21 points to 3 before The Entrance scored a consolation try on fulltime.

Media Release, 23 Sep 2012 Larry Thomson, Central Coast Rugby Union

TIDE CHART (Fort Denison)

LAT 33° 51’ S - LONG 151° 14’ E - TIME ZONE - 1000 Times and Heights(m) of high and low waters Time - Height(m) Time - Height(m) Time - Height(m) TUE - 25 0420 - 1.23 1001 - 0.53 1633 - 1.58 2314 - 0.35

WED - 26 0518 - 1.31 1106 - 0.47 1730 - 1.60

THU - 27 0001 - 0.31 0607 - 1.40 1201 - 0.41 1819 - 1.61

FRI - 28 0044 - 0.28 0650 - 1.48 1251 - 0.36 1903 - 1.60 MON - 1 0226 - 0.32 0841 - 1.61 1455 - 0.34 2059 - 1.46 THU - 4 0359 - 0.47 1025 - 1.58 1652 - 0.44 2250 - 1.25

SAT - 29 0120 - 0.28 0730 - 1.54 1335 - 0.33 1944 - 1.57 TUE - 2 0256 - 0.36 0915 - 1.61 1533 - 0.36 2134 - 1.39 FRI - 5 0433 - 0.52 1102 - 1.54 1736 - 0.49 2333 - 1.19

SUN - 30 0154 - 0.29 0806 - 1.59 1415 - 0.33 2022 - 1.52

SUN - 7 0024 1.14 0601 - 0.64 1236 - 1.43 1926 - 0.57

MON - 8 0125 - 1.10 0701 - 0.68 1335 - 1.39 2032 - 0.57

WED - 3 0327 - 0.41 0949 - 1.60 1612 - 0.39 2212 - 1.32 SAT - 6 0514 - 0.58 1145 - 1.48 1827 - 0.54 TUE - 9 0235 - 1.10 0812 - 0.69 1442 - 1.39 2135 - 0.53

APPROX. TIME LAG AFTER FORT DENISON Ettalong 40 min, Rip Bridge 2hrs - Wisemans Ferry 2 hrs 30 min, Koolewong 2 hrs 10 min

In view of the variations caused by local conditions and meteorological effects, these times are approximate and must be considered as a guide only. They are not to be relied on for critical depth calculations for safe navigation.

Actual times of High and Low Water may occur before or after the times indicated

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Narara are cricket Champion of Champions

Avoca win Union Club Championship

entral Coast Rugby Union held its annual presentation evening on Wednesday, September 19, at the Bay Sports Club, which saw a number of players from the Gosford area win awards.

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Syd Noble, from Avoca Beach Rugby Club, won the Player of the Year award, while Tod Wills from Kariong won the Coach of the Year award.

Kariong Rugby Club also won the Club of the Year President’s award while Avoca Beach Rugby Club won the Club Championship.

The highest point scorer was awarded to Matt Maloney of Avoca Beach, and Brad Taylor from Gosford Rugby Club was awarded the Second Grade Club Player of the year.

Media Release, 20 Sep 2012 Larry Thomson, Central Coast Rugby Union

arara beat Merewether in the annual Commonwealth Bank Champion of Champions cricket match held at Mt Penang Main Oval on Sunday, September 16.

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It was the third time the champions from the Central Coast and Newcastle had played for the trophy.

Merewether captain Simon Moore won the toss and put Narara in on a slightly slow wicket, but this decision backfired as Narara moved to 2-135 thanks to Andrew Bull and Andrew Sainsbury putting a great second wicket partnership together.

Former NSW paceman Mark Cameron bowled well for Merewether in his first competitive game for the club and is expected to

have a strong presence in the coming season.

Narara reached 5-200 in their allocated 45 overs and restricted a strong Merewether to 9-176 despite batting conditions improving as the game went on.

Evergreen champion player Simon Moore gave a brief demonstration of his talents and was dismissed in the 30s.

The Narara bowling attack shared the wickets around but Jason Buckley impressed everyone with his pace and control, at one

stage having figures of 0-12 off eight overs.

This is the first time a Central Coast team has won the trophy, with the last two winners being CardiffBoolaroo and University of Newcastle.

“The game was played in excellent spirit with both clubs doing their best to achieve a victory but both captains were happy to have had a good competitive match before their respective seasons commence,” said Central Coast Cricket association executive officer Aidan

Cuddington.

Narara club secretary Les Egan praised his own team’s efforts and also made mention of the sporting and supportive attitude displayed by the Merewether and Narara clubs’ players and officials.

“This is what cricket is all about.

“If only every game at every level was played like this,” said Mr Egan.

Email, 17 Sep 2012 Aidan Cuddington, Central Coast Cricket Association

Mariners destroy Premier League teams entral Coast Mariners continued their pre-season preparations in fine fashion, defeating Central Coast Football Select (CCFS) 7-0 at Bluetongue Stadium on Thursday, September 6.

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Goals from John Hutchinson, Adam Kwasnik, Troy Hearfield, Trent Sainsbury, Joey Gibbs, and a brace from young striker Mitchell Duke sealed the victory for the yellow and navy against a spirited Select side.

Graham Arnold’s men dominated from the outset and had a few half chances to take an early lead.

Bernie Ibini came close with some impressive footwork inside the box, but couldn’t get a clean shot away.

Only moments later, Troy Hearfield had a great chance to open the scoring for Central Coast when he was the recipient of a dangerous Josh Rose cross.

Unfortunately, Hearfield sent the ball just wide of the post.

Mitchell Duke opened the scoring for the Mariners nine minutes in, teaming up with Pedj Bojic following his marauding run down the right flank.

John Hutchinson added to the scoreboard in the 30th minute as he blasted home an outstanding strike from outside the box.

Duke added another goal to his name 37 minutes in as he fired his shot past the gloveman Luke Gunn from just outside the area.

Substitute Adam Kwasnik was in the action soon after as he slammed the woodwork from a long way out.

Not to be denied, Kwasnik curled a wonderful effort into the goal in the 42nd minute.

CCFS’s Matthew Hogan was handed an opportunity

to peg one back for Lawrie McKinna’s side but failed to trouble Central Coast custodian Mat Ryan with his effort.

Hearfield finished the first half in style for the Mariners, finding the net just before the half time whistle.

Due to the ongoing local finals series, which many of the Select representatives are involved in, CCFS fielded a completely different 11 in the second stanza.

Nevertheless, the Mariners continued to control the pace of the game after the break, and Trent Sainsbury headed the ball into the net following an Adriano Pellegrino corner in the 48th minute.

Joey Gibbs rounded out the scoring for Central Coast from close range six minutes before referee

Adam Gehrig’s full time whistle.

While pleased with his side’s performance, Mariners head coach Arnold said the real winner on the night was the Central Coast football community.

Nearly 1500 fans enjoyed the match at a balmy Bluetongue Stadium.

“We performed well and these matches are great for our local community,” Arnold said.

“It is fantastic to be able to give local players the opportunity to play against the professionals at Bluetongue Stadium and the Club will be looking to keep this tradition going next year.”

Media Release, 6 Sep 2012 Ben O’Neill, Central Coast Mariners

Green Point win state league title reen Point Christian College’s senior primary rugby league team played their final two games on Wednesday, September 12.

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Having won the Central Coast Catholic Independent Rugby League Tournament earlier this year, the boys qualified for the Semi Final which was played against St James who flew down to Sydney from Murwillumbah.

Green Point won the game by 30-6 to face St Josephs from Leeton later the same day.

After what was a closely

contested first 10 minutes, Green Point went on a scoring spree to run away winners by 44-0.

By doing so, Green Point became the first nonCatholic School to win the Tournament since its inception.

Newsletter, 20 Sep 2012 Wayne Parks, Green Point Christian College

Challenge Cup at Terrigal he 2012 Challenge Cup was held at Terrigal Bowling Club on Monday, September 17, which saw Everglades Bowling Club take home the Cup.

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Twenty-two teams competed in the annual event which is open to all clubs in the District.

The Everglades team, consisting of Roslyn Sinnott, Colleen Vrolyks, Sharyn Teasdale and Janice Jones, took home the Cup with two wins, 17 ends and 31 shots., Runner up was Munmorah United, consisting of Elaine Spek, Pamela Roberts, Jennifer Del-cet and Valerie Anthoney, with two wins, 16 ends and 24 shots.

Two games were played on the day, one of 13 ends

and one of 12, playing different opponents each game.

“The weather was overcast and windy which made the greens a bit tricky at times,” said Central Coast District Women’s Bowling Association acting publicity officer Lesley Swales.

“However, all enjoyed the challenge,” said Ms Swales.

The Cup winners, Everglades, will be the host venue for next year’s event.

Email, 18 Sep 2012 Lesley swales, CCDWBA