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CSG extraction exclusion Planning for recycling plant starts zones declared f the over 94,000 hectares in the Gosford LGA, nearly 654 hectares have been identified as Biophysical Strategic Agricultural Land (BSAL) as part of NSW Government initiatives released on Thursday, October 3, to better regulate mining and coal seam gas (CSG) projects.

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“This is the first time in the State’s history there has been such extensive mapping and protection for our residential areas and farms,” NSW Planning and Infrastructure Minister Mr Brad Hazzard said.

“The progress in striking the balance between strategically significant agricultural land and residential properties is the result of extensive community and business consultation and was necessitated by the complete failure of the former State Labor government to address any of these issues despite CSG being extracted for more than 20 years in NSW. “The changes deliver key elements of the Government’s Strategic Regional Land Use Policy while at the same ensuring a viable and strong mining industry can occur in NSW,” he said.

NSW Minister for Primary Industries Ms Katrina Hodgkinson said the land had been mapped as BSAL because it had been identified as highly fertile and productive land.

“Once the mapping is finalised, companies wanting to develop major mining or CSG projects within confirmed BSAL in the region will have to go through the independent scientific Gateway process,” she said.

Mr Hazzard said CSG exclusion zones have also come into force across more than 215,000 hectares in the Lower Hunter and Central Coast regions, including all

zoned residential land and rural villages and a 2km buffer area around these locations.

These exclusion zones reflect community concerns about the conflict over resource development in residential areas.

“The NSW Government is now seeking feedback on the precise location of the scheduled stage-two expansion of CSG exclusion zones into future residential growth areas in regional NSW,” Mr Hazzard said.

The benefits for the Lower Hunter and Central Coast regions are part of a broader NSW Government announcement to provide greater safeguards for more than five million hectares of residential and farming land across the State.

This includes the appointment of the inaugural members of the Gateway Panel, which will conduct a scientific assessment to ensure the potential impacts of mining and CSG proposals on BSAL are identified prior to a development application being lodged.

The panel, led by chairman Terry Short, are highly regarded experts in their fields and have decades of technical and industry experience.

“The panel members we have appointed today deliver expertise across a number of disciplines, meaning each project will be subject to rigorous, balanced and scientific scrutiny.”

Mr Short said the establishment of the gateway system was a tremendous

step forward for rural NSW. “It is a voice that rural NSW hasn’t had to date in the planning process,” he said.

“Personally, I am honoured to have been asked to make such an important contribution to rural land-use planning as Chairman of the panel.”

Mr Hazzard said the mapping being exhibited was to have been the primary component of the proposed Lower Hunter and Central Coast Strategic Regional Land Use Plan (SRLUP).

Now this mapping has been released, it is instead proposed to prepare a Regional Growth Plan for the Lower Hunter and Central Coast under the State’s new planning system – rather than a SRLUP. These Regional Growth Plans will comprehensively cover all strategic planning issues for the region – including housing, infrastructure, economic development, agricultural land and resources and environment – rather than having a focus mainly on agriculture and resource industry issues.

Further information on the location of the 654 hectares of the CSG exclusion zone was sought from the office of Minister for the Central Coast and NSW Energy and Resources Minister Mr Chris Hartcher, however, a response was not received at the time Coast Community News went to press.

Media release, 3 Oct 2013 Julian Luke, Office of Katrina Hodkinson MP Kaitlin Watts

osford Council has initiated a gateway process for a Planning Proposal for a resource recovery facility at 2180 Kerns Rd, Kincumber.

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The land is currently being used as a resource recovery facility which is a prohibited use within the 7 (a) Conservation and Scenic Protection zone.

A license by the Office of Environment and Heritage, however, has been issued for the use of such activity.

Council had begun but not completed actions to require the use to cease unauthorised activities until the Planning Proposal was determined.

The existing unauthorised

use of the land for a resource recovery facility has been taking place sporadically for a number of years.

The land forms part of the existing Rexdor Kincumber Quarry landholding, which has been subject to quarrying for more than 60 years and is currently operating under “existing use rights” provisions under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act. The site is accessed through a residential area and, as such, support for

the legalising of this activity could raise issues with local residents regarding the local area roads through concerns with regard to traffic and noise.

If the planning proposal is accepted, a development application would be made to allow for the crushing and recycling of inert demolition and construction materials generated by building construction activities.

Gosford Council Agenda ENV.48, 17 Sep 2013

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he Residents of Kincumber Association have lodged concerns with Gosford Council about two planning proposals in the area that have been approved to go to the Department of Planning.

The planning proposals would see the rezoning of the sites to allow for the installation of Resource Recovery Facilities.

One application is for the Kincumber Sewerage Treatment Plant which was chosen as an alternative site to the Springfield Quarry following opposition from Springfield residents.

The second application is from the Kincumber Quarry for the same type of facility.

“The Kincumber Quarry has been operating unlawfully for a number of years to the detriment of the residents living in

the area surrounding the quarry,” said Residents of Kincumber Association president Ms Ruth Ross.

“The residents of Springfield campaigned that the Resource Recovery Facility that Council was planning was unsuitable in a residential, environmentally sensitive area.

“The location of the Kincumber Quarry possesses the same conditions.

“The residents in the residential area surrounding Kincumber Quarry are extremely concerned as formalisation of this facility

will increase the activity on the site and has the potential to reduce air quality, noise and dust.

“Traffic issues are also of concern with the report to Council quoting 100 heavy truck movements per day through a family orientated residential area.

“The intersection with Avoca Dr is also problematic as well as the upkeep to the road not meant for heavy traffic,” said Ms Ross.

Email, 26 Sep 2013 Ruth Ross, Residents of Kincumber Association

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f the over 94,000 hectares in the Gosford LGA, nearly 654 hectares have been identified as Biophysical Strategic Agricultural Land (BSAL) as part of NSW Government initiatives released on Thursday, October 3, to better regulate mining and coal seam gas (CSG) projects.

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The Gospel Garden Sanctuary in Umina

Gospel Garden sets $400,000 target not be able to help,” said Mr DeMoreta.

“For two years now, dedicated volunteers have run the Gospel Garden Sanctuary in Umina Beach, without the aid of any government grants or assistance.

“It’s been hard work and it’s

been worth it too.

“The Gospel Garden Sanctuary has become a unique open-door social centre in the heart of Umina Beach, where people can come and feel free to enjoy events and social activities.”

He said people interested

in helping could contact the committee by email at uacvumina@hotmail.com.au.

Media release, 27 Sep 2013 Danny DeMoreta, Gospel Garden Sanctuary

Submissions made about wharves study Three submissions have been received about local maritime facilties after Gosford Council exhibited its Brisbane Water Public Wharves and Boat Ramps Usage Study.

The study, which aimed to prioritise upgrades and identify sites for added infrastructure, has now been adopted by council.

One submission nominated improvements to the Blackwall Point boat ramp facility.

These improvements included the need for toilets, a longer slipway for low tide launching, double ramp width and the extension of the manoeuvring area to allow for more vehicle waiting capacity.

In his report, Council’s director of city services Mr Stephen Glen stated that the site was unsuitable

for upgrading to a regional facility due to difficult road access and site limitations.

“The Blackwall Point facility is considered difficult for vehicular access and would require significant improvement before this site would be considered suitable for improvement to a regional facility,” stated the report.

Another submission stated that the study should be extended to include commuter user ferry needs and a hierarchy of wharves requiring higher standards.

The submission also recommended the relocation of the existing Ferry Rd wharf to the alternative Bangalow St site when the Ferry Rd wharf had reached its useful life and required replacement.

Mr Glen responded and said the submission had been noted

regarding the relocation of the wharf, however, the Better Boating Program grant conditions for the study applied only to the assessment of public recreational maritime facilities and could not be extended to commercial activities.

One submission identified the need to upgrade Empire Bay’s Kendall Rd wharf as well as the need to improve the Empire Bay Reserve area.

Mr Glen reported that this had been identified as a priority to be upgraded.

However, grant funding from the Better Boating Program was restricted to providing maritime infrastructure and other funding sources would be required to improve the public reserve area.

The report stated that Council was responsible for 23 boat ramps

and 43 public wharves within Brisbane Water.

The study, which was publicly exhibited between February 20 and March 20 this year, found most maritime facilities within Brisbane Water were in an average condition.

The replacement value of existing maritime assets in the study area was estimated at $6.9 million.

A total of 22 wharves and boat ramps were identified as priority for replacement in the near future, at a total cost of $2.7 million.

These included Woy Woy Town Centre wharf, Ferry Rd wharf, Kendall Rd wharf and boat ramp, Killcare wharf, Woy Woy cargo wharf, Hardys Bay wharf, Wagstaffe wharf, Lions Park wharf No.2, Woy Woy Bay wharf, Phegans Bay wharf, Oroo St wharf, Pier St wharf and Rawson Rd wharf.

Mr Glen said the need for replacement of public wharves and boat ramps should be given to high priority facilities only, due to the limited funding allocations.

“Any decision to replace low priority works or create new infrastructure should be considered against the priority of other capital works items which will result in already identified projects being deferred,” stated Mr Glen’s report.

The council was successful in receiving grant funding under the 2010-11 Better Boating Program to undertake a detailed investigation of the existing maritime infrastructure, boat usage patterns and fishing amenities within Brisbane Water.

A total of eight submissions were made in response to the study.

Gosford Council Agenda CIT.28, 17 Sep 2013

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“This is the first time in the State’s history there has been such extensive mapping and protection for our residential areas and farms,” NSW Planning and Infrastructure Minister Mr Brad Hazzard said.

“The progress in striking the balance between strategically significant agricultural land and residential properties is the result of extensive community and business consultation and was necessitated by the complete failure of the former State Labor government to address any of these issues despite CSG being extracted for more than 20 years in NSW. “The changes deliver key elements of the Government’s Strategic Regional Land Use Policy while at the same ensuring a viable and strong mining industry can occur in NSW,” he said.

NSW Minister for Primary Industries Ms Katrina Hodgkinson said the land had been mapped as BSAL because it had been identified as highly fertile and productive land.

“Once the mapping is finalised, companies wanting to develop major mining or CSG projects within confirmed BSAL in the region will have to go through the independent scientific Gateway process,” she said.

Mr Hazzard said CSG exclusion zones have also come into force across more than 215,000 hectares in the Lower Hunter and Central Coast regions, including all

zoned residential land and rural villages and a 2km buffer area around these locations.

These exclusion zones reflect community concerns about the conflict over resource development in residential areas.

“The NSW Government is now seeking feedback on the precise location of the scheduled stage-two expansion of CSG exclusion zones into future residential growth areas in regional NSW,” Mr Hazzard said.

The benefits for the Lower Hunter and Central Coast regions are part of a broader NSW Government announcement to provide greater safeguards for more than five million hectares of residential and farming land across the State.

This includes the appointment of the inaugural members of the Gateway Panel, which will conduct a scientific assessment to ensure the potential impacts of mining and CSG proposals on BSAL are identified prior to a development application being lodged.

The panel, led by chairman Terry Short, are highly regarded experts in their fields and have decades of technical and industry experience.

“The panel members we have appointed today deliver expertise across a number of disciplines, meaning each project will be subject to rigorous, balanced and scientific scrutiny.”

Mr Short said the establishment of the gateway system was a tremendous

step forward for rural NSW. “It is a voice that rural NSW hasn’t had to date in the planning process,” he said.

“Personally, I am honoured to have been asked to make such an important contribution to rural land-use planning as Chairman of the panel.”

Mr Hazzard said the mapping being exhibited was to have been the primary component of the proposed Lower Hunter and Central Coast Strategic Regional Land Use Plan (SRLUP).

Now this mapping has been released, it is instead proposed to prepare a Regional Growth Plan for the Lower Hunter and Central Coast under the State’s new planning system – rather than a SRLUP. These Regional Growth Plans will comprehensively cover all strategic planning issues for the region – including housing, infrastructure, economic development, agricultural land and resources and environment – rather than having a focus mainly on agriculture and resource industry issues.

Further information on the location of the 654 hectares of the CSG exclusion zone was sought from the office of Minister for the Central Coast and NSW Energy and Resources Minister Mr Chris Hartcher, however, a response was not received at the time Coast Community News went to press.

Media release, 3 Oct 2013 Julian Luke, Office of Katrina Hodkinson MP Kaitlin Watts

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osford Council has initiated a gateway process for a Planning Proposal for a resource recovery facility at 2180 Kerns Rd, Kincumber.

The land is currently being used as a resource recovery facility which is a prohibited use within the 7 (a) Conservation and Scenic Protection zone.

A license by the Office of Environment and Heritage, however, has been issued for the use of such activity.

Council had begun but not completed actions to require the use to cease unauthorised activities until the Planning Proposal was determined.

The existing unauthorised

use of the land for a resource recovery facility has been taking place sporadically for a number of years.

The land forms part of the existing Rexdor Kincumber Quarry landholding, which has been subject to quarrying for more than 60 years and is currently operating under “existing use rights” provisions under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act. The site is accessed through a residential area and, as such, support for

the legalising of this activity could raise issues with local residents regarding the local area roads through concerns with regard to traffic and noise.

If the planning proposal is accepted, a development application would be made to allow for the crushing and recycling of inert demolition and construction materials generated by building construction activities.

Gosford Council Agenda ENV.48, 17 Sep 2013

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he Residents of Kincumber Association have lodged concerns with Gosford Council about two planning proposals in the area that have been approved to go to the Department of Planning.

The planning proposals would see the rezoning of the sites to allow for the installation of Resource Recovery Facilities.

One application is for the Kincumber Sewerage Treatment Plant which was chosen as an alternative site to the Springfield Quarry following opposition from Springfield residents.

The second application is from the Kincumber Quarry for the same type of facility.

“The Kincumber Quarry has been operating unlawfully for a number of years to the detriment of the residents living in

the area surrounding the quarry,” said Residents of Kincumber Association president Ms Ruth Ross.

“The residents of Springfield campaigned that the Resource Recovery Facility that Council was planning was unsuitable in a residential, environmentally sensitive area.

“The location of the Kincumber Quarry possesses the same conditions.

“The residents in the residential area surrounding Kincumber Quarry are extremely concerned as formalisation of this facility

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Spence and Webber’s offices raided as part of ICAC inquiry

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Mr Spence, who is the state member for The Entrance, and Mr Webber, the state member for Wyong, had their offices searched on Friday, September 20, with investigators seizing computers and documents.

Ms Karen McNamara, who is expected to be declared federal member for Dobell in the coming days, has also been dragged into the controversy due to her role as Mr Webber’s campaign manager in the 2011 state election.

The Age has reported that Ms McNamara significantly overstated the amount of funds she had raised for Mr Webber’s campaign.

It was revealed that Ms McNamara, during her

pre-selection interview for Dobell, said she had raised up to $100,000 in her role as campaign manager.

However, a member for the NSW Liberal state executive Ms Hollie Hughes has said she was advised party records indicated official receipts totalled as little as $50,000.

The Sydney Morning Herald has also reported that the ICAC raids are believed to be linked to allegations that two staff members for NSW Energy Minister Mr Chris Hartcher funnelled political donations through a front company prior to the 2011 state election.

According to the Sydney Morning Herald, a $5,000 donation was

made by a Wyong building company, LA Commercial, owned by a Mr Lusted, to the benefit of the Liberal Party’s Central Coast candidates shortly before the March 2011 election.

The donation is believed to have been made through Eightbyfive, which is the trading name for a trust fund connected to Mr Tim Koelma, a senior policy adviser to Mr Hartcher.

Mr Koelma has since resigned from his position and Mr Lusted unsuccessfully contested Liberal pre-selection for the federal seat of Dobell.

It has been reported that Mr Lusted has said that at the time, he believed he was entitled to make the donation as he was not a property developer for the

have been banned from making political donations in NSW since 2009.

Neither Mr Webber nor Mr Spence were able to respond to enquiries from the Wyong Regional Chronicle for legal reasons.

ICAC also could not comment on its operational matters.

However, Ms McNamara has issued a statement and has denied the allegations against her.

“The allegation made in today’s news story is a baseless lie,” Ms McNamara said of the media report.

“A donation was made to attend a fundraising dinner and was properly receipted and declared.

“As I have said

obligations in that role.

Ms McNamara also said that if it was deemed she could assist in any way with current inquiries involving other persons named in recent news stories, she would be more than happy to assist.

NSW premier Mr Barry O’Farrell has said he had not been contacted by the ICAC about the raids on Mr Spence and Mr Webber’s offices.

“I don’t believe the ICAC has ever made it a practice to advise premiers of visits by its staff in investigations,” Mr O’Farrell said.

“I have never been contracted by the ICAC about such activity.

“As I previously said, the Liberal Party referred matters concerning

“It has been previously reported the ICAC is investigating that issue.

“But I have not been advised of any such investigation, nor would I expect to be.

“It is an offence for someone to confirm formal contact with them by the ICAC. “As I said in Parliament again this week, I am a strong supporter of the ICAC. “It has and continues to do a great job for the people of NSW.” Media release, 23 Sep 2013 Olivia Suzanski, Office of Barry O’Farrell Media statement, 25 Sep 2013 Alicia McCumstie, Office of Karen McNamara Website, 23 Aug 2013 The Age Website, 21 Sep 2013, Sydney Morning Herald

will increase the activity on the site and has the potential to reduce air quality, noise and dust.

“Traffic issues are also of concern with the report to Council quoting 100 heavy truck movements per day through a family orientated residential area.

“The intersection with Avoca Dr is also problematic as well as the upkeep to the road not meant for heavy traffic,” said Ms Ross.

Email, 26 Sep 2013 Ruth Ross, Residents of Kincumber Association

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inners of the 2013 Gosford City Garden Competition were announced on Thursday, September 19, at an awards ceremony held in the Erina Room, the Erina Centre.

Barbara and Laurie Smith’s garden at Mount White edged out stiff competition to win the Champion Garden over 1,000 square metres while Point Clare’s Val and Terence Taylor took out the Champion Garden under 1,000 square metres.

Best Waterwise Garden went to Brendan Gulson, The Coast Christian School received the Best Eco Friendly School Garden and Best Commercial Garden was won by Somersby Gardens Estate.

Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna said that the 2013 Gosford City Garden Competition uncovered some truly spectacular outdoor spaces in our city.

“I am continually amazed by the dedication and talent of our local gardeners and this year’s competition was no exception.

“It was wonderful to see a large number of new competitors right across Gosford City entering a diverse range of gardens, from large manicured acreages to small and colourful courtyard displays.

“The 2013 competition was fierce and the calibre of entries was stronger than

Barbara and Laurie Smith (inset) with their award winning garden

ever, prompting judges to include an additional three encouragement awards in recognition of this high standard.

Mayor Cr McKinna added that the popularity of Gosford City Garden Competition had not wavered in over three decades.

“The garden competition has been ingrained in Gosford City’s history for over 30 years and is showing no signs of

slowing down with entry numbers continuing to grow each year.

“As always, the support from our local community has contributed to another successful competition and I hope to see this support continue well into the future.

“Congratulations to all of this year’s entrants, finalists and deserving winners.

“Your hard work and dedication is to be

commended and serves to create a more beautiful and interesting landscape for the whole city to enjoy,” said mayor Cr McKinna.

Winners of the 2013 Gosford City Garden Competition were: Champion Residential Garden over 1,000 square metres – Barbara and Laurie Smith of Mount White Champion Residential Garden under 1,000 square metres – Val and Terence Taylor of Point Clare

Best Eco Friendly Garden (Residential) – Brett Hardacre of Narara Best Eco Friendly Garden (Commercial-Industrial) – Brentwood Retirement Village in Kincumber Best Eco Friendly Garden (Preschools-Primary Schools-Tertiary) – The Coast Christian School in Bensville Best Residential Front Garden – Val and Terence Taylor of Point Clare Best Residential Rear

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Garden – Alva Bell of Umina Best Commercial Garden – Somersby Gardens Estate Best School Garden (Primary SchoolsPreschools) – Lisarow Public School Best School Garden ( S e c o n d a r y - Te r t i a r y schools) – Central Coast Grammar School in Erina Heights Best New-Renovated Residential Garden – Peter and Dell Campbell and Ryan Howard in Peats Ridge Theme or Specialty Garden (Residential) – Paul Wise of Forresters Beach Theme or Specialty Garden (Commercial) – Living Choice Broadwater Court in Kincumber Theme or Specialty Garden (Children’s) – Kariong Public School Best Feature in a Domestic Garden – Val and Terence Taylor Best Patio or Balcony Display – Wendy Travers of Kincumber Best Nursing HomeRetirement VillageOver 50’s Village Garden (Maintained by Professionals) – Wood Glen Retirement Village in Erina Best Nursing HomeRetirement Village-Over 50’s Village Garden (Maintained by Residents)Veronica Aged Care in Kincumber Best Waterwise Garden – Brendan Gulson of Ettalong

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Slingsby and Bundock help to win America’s Cup

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Barbara and Laurie Smith have champion garden

he Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) has purposes of the Election before, to the best of donations to the Electoral my knowledge, I have Funding Authority in raided the offices of Liberal MPs Mr Chris Spence and Mr Funding Act. Property developers always complied with my May 2012.

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wo sailors hailing from the Central Coast were among the Oracle Team USA crew who recently took out sailing’s biggest trophy, the 34th America’s Cup.

Tom Slingsby and Darren Bundock both grew up on the Central Coast, where

their passion for sailing began.

Their sailing careers recently hit another highlight when their crew, Oracle Team USA, managed to create what has been labelled one of the greatest comebacks in the history of sport, when they defeated their challenger Emirates Team New Zealand by 44 seconds in the final of 17

America’s Cup races.

Tom Slingsby joined Oracle Team USA in October 2011 as a tactician and currently serves as strategist onboard with the race crew.

His sailing career has skyrocketed in the past 12 years with six world championships under his belt, as well as winning the 2012 Australian Institute of

Sport Co-Athlete of the Year.

Slingsby also won gold in the Laser class at the 2012 Olympic Games.

Gosford-born Darren Bundock started sailing at the age of eight and joined Oracle Team USA in 2011 as a coach and helmsman.

His sailing career has seen him win two Olympic medals in the Tornado catamaran class, 14

world championships, five European championships and four Australian Male Sailor of the Year awards.

Oracle Team USA is made up of 24 members from various international countries, eight of whom are Australian and seven who come from New Zealand.

Surprisingly, only two

crew members on the Oracle Team USA crew were from the United States.

Other Australian crew members include captain James Spithill, Will McCarthy, Sam Newton, Joe Newton, and Kyle Langford, the youngest sailor of the crew who grew up in Lake Macquarie.

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he NSW Department of Planning and Infrastructure has recently broadened land uses permitted with Consent which will override Gosford Councils’ constraints.

Both the state government and local councils control the use of land in NSW. Opportunities arise from knowing what land uses can apply where, but also which level of government controls them.

State Environmental Planning Policy Infrastructure (2007) has a wide definition of health services (including hospitals), which will permit a wide range of health professions in a wide range of land zones.

Equally, educational institutions will be controlled by the state under the policy, rather than primarily by councils.

In the past, hospitals and patient transport helipads in the Gosford LGA were tightly restricted in their locations due to their size, noise, traffic and potential disruption to their neighbourhoods, but can now be located in many areas.

The land use zones which can now accept, with Consent, a health services facility include R1 General Residential, R3 Medium Density Residential, R4 High Density Residential, B2 Local Centre, B3 Commercial Core, B4 Mixed Use, B5 Business Development, B6 Enterprise Corridor, B7 Business Park, SP1 Special Activities and SP2 Infrastructure.

A health services facility is defined as providing medical or other services relating to the maintenance or improvement of the health, or the restoration to health, of persons or the prevention of disease in or treatment of injury to persons.

Schools and other educational establishments may receive consent in zones including R1 General Residential, R2 Low Density Residential, R3 Medium Density Residential, R4 High Density Residential, B1 Neighbourhood

Centre, B2 Local Centre, B3 Commercial Core, B4 Mixed Use, B5 Business Development, B6 Enterprise Corridor, B7 Business Park, SP1 Special Activities, SP2 Infrastructure and E4 Environmental Living.

In addition, schools may seek consent for other community uses within their grounds.

When seeking to establish a new health facility or educational establishment, enquiries should address both the State Environmental Planning Policies (SEPP) and Gosford Council rules.

The SEPP prevails over Councils’ requirements.

This State change provides both opportunities and constraints for those trying to establish or expand either health facilities or education establishments.

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he Five Lands Walk project at Winney Bay has attracted $58,000 in NSW Government funding which will allow planning to begin on a scenic walking link between Copacabana and Avoca beaches.

Member for Terrigal Mr Chris Hartcher said the funding to Gosford Council was part of a $2.5 million allocation to support new outdoor facilities under the Metropolitan Greenspace Program.

“I am pleased this funding has been made available to help recreational activities in the Terrigal electorate,” Mr Hartcher said.

“The funding is provided on a dollar-for-dollar basis to Gosford City Council

which means the Terrigal electorate will get an overall $116,000 boost.”

Planning and Infrastructure Minister Mr Brad Hazzard said the funding would help improve open spaces to meet the needs of a growing population.

“This funding will help the community spend more time outdoors and therefore become more active and healthier,” said Mr Hazzard.

“Such funding is

supported in our draft Metropolitan Strategy, which plans for an additional 1.3 million people in the 20 years to 2031.”

Since its launch in 1990, the Metropolitan Greenspace Program has awarded some $35 million to councils for 562 projects.

Media release, 30 Sep 2013 Chris Hartcher, Member for Terrigal

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Council presents cheque Central Coast Surf Lifesavers honoured at to Surf Life Saving Awards of Excellence entral Coast Surf Lifesavers have achieved top honours at the annual Surf Life Saving NSW Awards of Excellence in Sydney on Saturday, August 3.

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Council’s Beach Superintendent Craig Healy, Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna and Surf Life Saving and Central Coast CEO Chris Parker at the cheque presentation

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o commence the 2013-14 summer season, Gosford Council held its annual cheque presentation recently to Central Coast Surf Life Saving to help keep beaches safe this summer.

Nine surf lifesaving clubs in the Gosford LGA have received a subsidy of $5,000 by Gosford Council to offset the cost of providing lifesaving services and equipment.

It is now 29 years since council began its annual contributions to the nine surf lifesaving clubs within the Gosford LGA. Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna said the subsidy to each club was one of the many contributions council makes to the surf lifesaving community.

“Council also provides $20,000 each year to Central Coast Surf Life Saving to aid its operations.

“This equates to a $65,000 annual investment which we believe is vitally important in helping to

ensure the wellbeing and safety of all our residents, as well as our ever growing tourist population.

“Last summer saw over 2.2 million people visit our beautiful beaches while surf club members and council lifeguards were in attendance.

“Council’s ongoing support of our surf lifesaving clubs has become a benchmark for other local government areas within Australia,” said mayor Cr McKinna.

Using the Water Safety Levy, council has also purchased a range of equipment for use by both council lifeguards and surf lifesaving volunteers.

Equipment includes seven Kubota 4WDs, oxygen equipment valued

at $1600 each unit for each of the nine surf clubs and rescue boards for lifeguard operations.

“This support has helped to prepare and equip our lifeguards and volunteers for the upcoming summer season,” said mayor Cr McKinna.

“Let’s continue to encourage safety on our beaches by getting the message out there to visitors and locals alike to always swim between the red and yellow flags and carefully follow the directions of volunteers and lifeguards.

“Remember, if they can’t see you, they can’t save you,” mayor Cr McKinna added.

s Lucy Wicks has officially been declared the new Federal Member for Robertson with 53% and 47,242 of the Two Candidate Preferred votes.

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Following Ms O’Neill was independent Lawrie McKinna with 8.71 % of the vote and 7,763 votes, Kate da Costa for The Greens with 5.57% of the vote and 4,966 votes and independent Jake Cassar with 2.78% of the vote and 2,480 votes.

On 2,082 votes and 2.34% was Palmer United Party candidate Mr Steven Whitaker and on 1,115

votes and 1.25% was the Christian Democratic Party’s Holly Beecham.

Australian Independents’ Douglas McFarland received 510 votes at 0.57% and Paul Sheeran from the Democratic Labour Party received 474 votes at 0.53% Website, 2 Oct 2013 Australian Electoral Commission

ILS World Championships in Adelaide last year.

Donald Van Keimpema of Shelley Beach SLSC was awarded Surf Sports Official of the Year in recognition of his significant contribution towards the area of coaching with commitment shown to officiating and official’s educational development.

He has officiated at many local events and at all major carnivals for many years.

In this capacity he has worked both behind the scenes in an organisational capacity as well as played a major role in many state and Australian titles.

Donald has presented and facilitated at many clinics, conferences and courses not only at branch but also interstate and overseas.

He has mentored many officials over a long period of time and been a member of many working parties to continually improve surf sports.

The Central Coast’s Aaron Camp, was awarded Initiative of the Year for the program, ‘The Project’.

‘The Project’ initiative is

a participant-led endeavour where participants learn skills that are immediately transferrable to their clubs through initiating and implementing the key activities invoked through the program.

These include networking, budgeting, public speaking and social media awareness.

Additionally, the program this year took the participants to visit Arcadian SLSC in Far North Queensland to expose them to significantly different lifesaving challenges than would be faced at the member’s own clubs.

Through the program, the branch has seen record engagement with the SLSNSW Youth Opportunity Makers Program with 18 applicants received.

This initiative is set to improve member retention and engagement of this age group and will provide for a platform to develop future leaders.

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Lucy Wicks officially declared Member for Robertson Former member Ms Deborah O’Neill received 47% and 41,898 votes.

In the First Preference votes Ms Wicks recorded a swing against her of -0.11% but still managed to receive 43.42% of votes totaling 38,704.

Labor’s Ms O’Neill received 34.83% of the vote with 31,046 votes and a swing away from her of -4.93%.

The Awards of Excellence acknowledge surf lifesavers from throughout NSW who have performed invaluable public service as lifesavers, administrators or trainers within the community.

Masters Athlete, Initiative, Surf Sports Official and Outstanding Media Service of the Year were all taken out by the Central Coast.

Paul Lemmon of Terrigal SLSC once again took out Masters Athlete of the Year after his outstanding results for the 2012-13 season.

Paul received 19 gold, five silver and six bronze medals across prestigious surf sports events such as the 2013 Allphones Surf Life Saving State Championships, NSW Pool Rescue Championships, Australian Surf Life Saving Championships, Branch Championships and ILS World Championships.

In addition, he also achieved an ILS World Record at the SLSA Pool Rescue Championships in the 40-44 years 200m Obstacle Race, two ILS world records and two Australian records at the

s part of its $30 million plan to protect the region’s drinking water supply by upgrading the Somersby Water Treatment Plant over the next 20 years, Gosford Council is replacing the sludge scrapers in two of its four sedimentation tanks.

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The Somersby plant is responsible for producing most of the 11 billion litres of drinking water the council supplies each year to the 70,000 properties currently using its water supply network.

The scrapers remove settled particles from the treatment process before filtration.

Council’s acting operations manager Mr Adam Nesbitt said that the new sludge scrapers were the first of their kind to be used at a water treatment plant in Australia.

“The new model we are installing is a Zickert Z2000

by Nordic Water.

“We have made a

$500,000 investment in leading edge technology for water treatment in our country - this is the first Zickert scraper to be used in a water treatment plant in Australia.

“The new scraper is operated by a hydraulic cylinder and replaces the travelling bridge type scrapers previously used.

“This is a bottom sludge scraper model which operates via a moving floor sliding backward and forward on gliding strips, which are attached to the bottom of the tank.

“The advantages of this model are that it is simple and inexpensive to operate and has very few moving

parts, so there is minimal maintenance required.

“It also comes with the added benefits of reduced noise and visual impacts.

“In short, it performs a better operation in a less obtrusive and more cost effective way,” said Mr Nesbitt.

The first sludge scraper was commissioned in late July, reporting successful operations to date.

The second scraper is currently under construction and will be commissioned this month.

Media release, 12 Sep 2013 Gosford Council Media

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Elizabeth Ross Park to be revamped

McKinna elected for second term

ork can now begin on revamping East Gosford’s Elizabeth Ross Park, thanks to $50,000 in funding from the NSW Government.

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Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein said the funding to Gosford Council was part of a $2.5 million allocation to support new outdoor facilities under the Metropolitan Greenspace Program.

“I am pleased this funding has been made available to help recreational activities in the Gosford electorate,” Mr Holstein said.

“The funding is provided on a dollar-for-dollar basis to Gosford City Council; which means the Gosford electorate will get an overall

open space in Gosford to meet the needs of its growing population.

“Such funding is supported in our draft Metropolitan Strategy, which plans for an additional 1.3 million people in the 20 years to 2031.”

Since its launch in 1990, the Metropolitan Greenspace Program has awarded some $35 million to councils for 562 projects.

$100,000 boost.”

The $50,000 will partially fund the planning stages of a complete overhaul; including a new playground design, pathways, planting and landscaping.

This will enable the further development of the park as a popular regional attraction, sited as it is next to the Edogawa Commemorative Gardens and Gosford City Arts Centre.

Planning and Infrastructure Minister Mr Brad Hazzard said the funding would help improve

Media release, 23 Sep 2013 Chris Holstein, Member for Gosford

Government grant for more energy efficient hot water

Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna and deputy mayor Cr Bob Ward

osford Council Cr Lawrie McKinna has again been elected by his fellow councillors to serve a second term as mayor of Gosford City, following the election on Monday, September 30.

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ouncil owned facilities across Gosford City will generate hot water more efficiently and cost effectively, thanks to a Federal Government grant to Gosford Council under the Local Government Energy Efficiency program.

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Council has commenced the installation of 16 systems at 11 community facilities including 50 Plus Leisure and Learning Centres, Kincumber Youth Centre, Patonga camp ground, theatres and council depots.

Council’s carbon and energy management officer Mr Dan Waters said the grant funding of over $52,000 would help Council facilities generate renewable energy.

“The installation of

The Local Government Energy Efficiency program is a program of the Department of Resources, Energy and Tourism.

The objective of the program is to support local governing authorities to install energy efficient solar and heat pump hot water systems in their buildings and community facilities.

these hot water systems at council’s community facilities is expected to generate a combined total of approximately 75 megawatt hours of renewable energy per annum in the form of heat.

“Different technologies will be used that are best suited to each site, however, overall the benefits will be similar - hot water generated more efficiently and effectively across Gosford City,” Mr Waters said.

Media release, 27 Sep 2013 Gosford Council Media

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Mayor Cr McKinna has thanked his fellow councillors for giving him the opportunity to continue the work that has been done over the last 12 months.

“We have been making great progress over the past year, in helping our council become more open and accessible to its customers and attracting and encouraging development and investment to the city of Gosford.

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“The multimillion dollar Kibbleplex development and landmark Regional Performing Arts Centre (RPAC) are underway and I look forward to seeing these catalyst projects gain momentum in my second term as mayor.

“I sincerely thank my fellow councillors once again for this opportunity and I look forward to working together to achieve the best outcomes for our community,” said mayor Cr McKinna.

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“We have a strong and united council, with many fresh ideas about how to make our city great.

“We have made great inroads into advancing our city and I look forward to working together with mayor McKinna and the other councillors to re-establish Gosford as the regional capital of the Coast,” Cr Ward said.

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Council to target dangerous awnings osford Council has launched a new awning audit program and is urging property owners with awnings over public land to be vigilant about ensuring they are safe and secure.

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recording studio in Somersby, established by INXS and used by a number of artists, has been put up for sale.

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The 25 acre property features fully self-contained on-site accommodation with 10 bedrooms, six bathrooms, four carports, an in-ground pool and spa.

The studios have seen

recordings by artists such as Delta Goodrem, Eskimo Joe, Silverchair, the Whitlams, Darlene Zschech and INXS. The Grove is located at 286 Mangrove Rd,

Somersby, and will go to auction at 2pm on Saturday, October 12.

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Created as a result of a Coroner’s report detailing the dangers of unchecked awnings, the new procedure aims to better inform property owners of their responsibility to keep their awnings in good condition.

Gosford Council’s acting manager education and compliance Mr Stephen Goodworth said the program was developed with community safety in mind.

“The awning safety program was developed after numerous incidents, including a fatal accident at Balgowlah, involving unsafe awnings.

“There have being 17 reported incidents of awning collapses at various locations throughout NSW which demonstrates the potential threat to public safety when they are not

Ron Cole given medal ong serving member of Marine Rescue Central Coast Mr Ron Cole was presented with the National Medal at the Unit’s Mess Meeting held at the Point Clare Base on the morning of Saturday, September 7.

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The National Medal was established on February 14, 1975, as one of the original elements of the distinctive Australian system of honours and awards.

The Medal recognises diligent long service in organisations that protect life and property at some risk to their members.

The Medal is awarded to persons for long service in eligible organisations which fulfil the ‘primary function’ of their organisation.

Fifteen years eligible service is necessary to qualify for the Medal.

Central Coast Unit Commander Pat Fayers said: “Ron has been a committed and dedicated member since joining the then Coastal Patrol in 1998.”

“From the beginning, he has undertaken extra duties over and above those rostered.

“The ‘extras’ have included stints as division secretary, operations officer, division commander and a director and then chairman

of the NSW Coastal Patrol Board of Directors.

“He introduced business and financial planning to the unit, leading the way for improved administration, facilities and new rescue boats.

“He continues the extra services today as Unit public relations officer and is a worthy recipient of the National Medal.”

The National Medal is placed just below the Defence Long Service Medal in The Order of Wearing Australian Honours and Awards.

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“It is important for people to be aware that awnings located over public land are the responsibility of the owner of the building and that they have a duty to ensure they are safe.

Mr Goodworth added that council would work together with property owners to implement the new program.

“To date we have sent letters out to all owners listed as having an awning over public land advising them of the new program.

“We have also put a comprehensive fact sheet on Gosford City Council’s website which provides valid information and procedures to follow, minimising potential safety issues.

“We specifically want to alert people with awnings

more than 10 years old that they are susceptible to failure and should be inspected by a professional engineer for structural integrity.

“An awning may look fine on the outside but have rust and corrosion on the inside which could cause a failure or even total collapse.

“Another simple safeguard to maintain awnings is to remove leaves and debris from gutters to ensure maximum performance during storm events.

“By taking these small measures we are aiming to reduce the risk of a senseless tragedy occurring in our community,” Mr Goodworth said.

Media release, 4 Oct 2013 Gosford Council Media

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Extreme fire weather forecast

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he NSW Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) is urging the public to prepare and be vigilant this Thursday, October 9, with extreme fire weather forecast for Greater Sydney and the Central and Northern areas of the State.

NSW RFS Commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons warned the hot, dry winds and high temperatures will provide ideal conditions for bush fires.

“The Bureau of Meteorology forecast has indicated the Greater Sydney, Greater Hunter, Illawarra and Shoalhaven regions will experience Extreme Fire Danger on Thursday,” C o m m i s s i o n e r Fitzsimmons said.

“Maximum temperatures are forecast to be up to 10 degrees warmer than average for October, reaching 40 degrees in some areas.

“Strong winds, with gusts at more than 70 kilometres an hour, are expected.

“These conditions mean there is potential for the rapid spread of fire.

“We urge the public to be vigilant and report any

New board for Erina Chamber rina Chamber of Commerce has elected a new Board and said farewell to executive officer Ms Sue Liptrott.

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Tim Gunasinghe was elected president while Jeff Blair was elected secretary and Leanne Sutherland treasurer.

Paul Wrigley, Michelle Allen, Pedro Araujo, Mathew Hearne and John Ralph were all elected directors.

The Board will soon make an announcement regarding a replacement for Ms Liptrott.

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fire by calling Triple Zero immediately.

“The NSW RFS, along with its colleagues at Fire and Rescue NSW, National Parks and Wildlife NSW are preparing for these conditions by dedicating resources such as firefighters, tankers and aircraft to these areas.

“A Bush Fire Survival Plan is vital in these conditions.

“With the possibility of Extreme Fire Danger I cannot stress enough the importance of a completed Plan.

“It’s also important that residents prepare their property and clear it of fuel such as leaves in gutters and wood piles near buildings,” Commissioner Fitzsimmons said.

Media release, 8 Oct 2013 NSW Rural Fire Service

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here is another fresh face at Gosford Council with the appointment of a new director of environment and planning Ms Danielle Dickson.

Ms Dickson is currently the acting general manager of the City of Ryde Council and has a wealth of experience in both local government and the private sector.

Council’s general manager Mr Paul Anderson said Danielle’s leadership experience and broad skill base made her an ideal fit for this position.

“Danielle’s 10 year career in local government includes executive management roles in a diversity of disciplines including Environment and Planning and Community and Recreation.

“Specialist skills in the delivery of major projects, coupled with qualifications in architecture, law and company directorship, have provided Danielle the right experience to implement major initiatives in line with community priorities.

“During her time at the City of Ryde Council, Danielle has been credited with reinvigorating the Council’s community engagement framework, giving members of the community a stronger voice in what happens in their

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“Together with her broad range of experience and professional background, her strong focus on customer

service places Danielle in a perfect position to lead our environment and planning directorate and positively contribute to Council and

our local community,” said Mr Anderson.

Ms Dickson said a key focus in her new role would be attracting investment to Gosford City and helping to ensure a sustainable future for Council.

“I am excited about the opportunity to work with Gosford Council.

“One of my key areas of focus will be helping to drive the organisation’s ability to attract investment that will grow the prosperity of the area.

“The planning aspect of the role and the responsibility for strategic planning are both areas of keen interest for me and ones which will utilise my skills and experience to contribute to the future sustainability of Council.

“I look forward to working with Gosford Council to deliver quality outcomes for the community,” Ms Dickson said.

Media release, 22 Aug 2013 Gosford Council Media

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Workers protest unfair pay laws

Danger for pedestrians at Point Clare osford Council has received a petition with 432 signatures from residents of Point Clare requesting a safe pedestrian footpath along Brisbane Water Dr between Lorraine and Koolinda Ave, Point Clare.

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group of young workers on the Central Coast campaigned at Mount Penang Gardens in Kariong on Tuesday, August 20, for fair rates of pay for the Central Coast’s 18 to 20-year-olds as part of the 100% Pay at 18+ campaign.

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A Fair Work Commission hearing into altering the General Retail Award to ensure 20-year-old retail workers are paid the full adult wage is currently underway.

Under the case, brought by the Shop, Distributive and Allied Employees Association (SDA), it would be the first step towards providing all workers aged 18 years and over with a fair wage.

The current Award pays 20-year-olds 10% less than the full adult rate, 19-yearolds 20% less and 18-yearolds 30% less.

If successful at the Fair Work Commission 1,787 20-year-old retail workers in the Hunter and Central Coast could receive pay increases of almost $2 an hour.

Five thousand six hundred and seven 18 to 20-year-old retail workers in the region could benefit in the next phases.

SDA Branch Secretary Ms Barbara Nebart, supporters of the campaign and Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill showed their support of equal pay for the Central Coast youth.

Ms Nebart said the time

had come for the retail sector to start paying all workers a fair wage.

“With the election closing in, it’s time to find out which politicians support fair wages for our youth.

“Some retailers have been getting away with paying adults less than the full adult rate for too long.

“Workers deserve to be paid on their contribution to the workplace, not their age.

“In retail, by the time a worker has reached adulthood, they’ve often been in the industry for a number of years.

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Both parties promise to redevelop oval The redevelopment of Woy Woy oval will proceed with Federal funding of $3.5 million promised by both Labor and Liberal candidates.

Minister for Sport Senator Don Farrell and Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill have announced $3.5 million million in federal funding for the redevelopment of Woy Woy Oval.

“Federal Labor has a strong commitment to community sport and the Woy Woy Oval is an important piece of community infrastructure,” said Minister Farrell.

“This funding is recognition of the great community support that the Member for Robertson Deb O’Neill has garnered in her work with members of Woy Woy’s local rugby clubs.”

Ms O’Neill has been working for over a year with representatives of Country Rugby League and local rugby union clubs who share the use of the oval towards receiving a funding commitment.

“I’ve had more than 2000 Coasties sign my petition to show the Federal Government just how important this piece of infrastructure is for the Peninsula.

Meanwhile, Liberal candidate for Robertson Lucy Wicks

announced a $3.5 million funding commitment to the redevelopment of the Woy Woy Oval grandstand.

“I am very pleased to be able to announce that a Coalition government would provide this vital funding for Woy Woy Oval, which is in desperate need of redevelopment and renewal,” said Ms Wicks.

“I have listened to the Woy Woy community and fought hard for this funding.

“The progressive redevelopment will see the oval capable of accommodating up to 10,000 spectators.

“This will be fantastic for the local community and surrounding areas.”

The funding for Woy Woy Oval

is part of the Coalition’s Growth Plan for the Central Coast, which Ms Wicks said would strengthen the local economy with more jobs, more investment and better services.

“Redeveloping and renewing the Woy Woy Oval will provide much needed investment in community and sporting infrastructure on the Central Coast.

“The redeveloped oval will be a civic centerpiece of Woy Woy and contribute to job creation in the area,” said Ms Wicks.

Peninsula Chamber of Commerce president Mr Matthew Wales has welcomed the news.

“The redevelopment of the Woy Woy Oval grandstand was one of the Peninsula Chamber’s

Peninsula stands to lose $41 million in broadband, says campaigner The Peninsula stands to lose more than $41 million in broadband infrastructure investment if the Federal Coalition wins the election, according to broadband campaigner Mr David Abrahams of Organise Internet.

Mr Abrahams said the figure was the difference between the value of work currently contracted to take place on the Peninsula, and what would be delivered by the Coalition broadband policy of only providing Fibre-To-TheNode.

“Stopping the NBN at this stage will be a massive blow to the Peninsula and leave the area with internet speeds a mere 2.5 per cent of those that will be available in the Gosford CBD from December,” said Mr Abrahams.

“Local firms would also lose more than $100 million in contract payments under the Coalition’s watered-down NBN

policy.”

Mr Abrahams said he had sent his calculations to candidates for the federal election and to all Gosford and Wyong councillors.

“After more than a decade of lobbying and business planning and having infrastructure plans signed and published the Central Coast now risks a massive deinvestment.

“Furthermore, the region is set to be dotted with hundreds of large street cabinets if the Coalition’s plans go ahead.”

These cabinets were the socalled nodes in the alternative NBN plans.

“They are much larger than the current NBN fibre cabinets as they will require power supplies for the old copper network.”

In the UK, the cabinet dimensions are 1.8 metres high by 2.2 metres wide and one metre deep.

Mr Abrahams said about 1000 of this street furniture would be installed on the Central Coast.

“Local community groups and

councillors need to be aware of the consequences of the alternative NBN plans,” said Mr Abrahams.

“I’m a local small businessman, not a politician or party member, though I do recognise good and poor policy.

“The Central Coast has suffered poor service and expensive telecommunications costs for decades.

“Indeed many areas in the Gosford LGA are still suffering.

“I’m particularly appealing to independent candidates and councillors to recognise the damage the alternative plans will do to our local economy.

“De-investment is a serious business in any project as it sends the wrong signal to the investment community.

“Gosford has had its fair share of this over the years, but if the rollout is scaled back the Peninsula will miss out again,” said Mr Abrahams.

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three key election projects, so the news that a Liberal Government would provide $3.5 million towards this project is welcome news,” said Mr Wales.

“This election commitment is in addition to the $1.75 million already committed by Gosford City Council as part of a $6 million project.

“Our understanding is that these funds will ensure that stages one and three of the Woy Woy grandstand redevelopment can be completed which will include seating for 800 people, club facilities, change rooms, sports ground amenities and importantly, commercial areas for potential leasing.

“This project has the potential to re-activate the Oval Ave

precinct and create a link between the sports ground facilities and commercial centre”.

“The Chamber has been pushing hard to ensure key infrastructure such as the Woy Woy Oval become part of an integrated approach to the revitalisation of the old Woy Woy town centre.

“The funding commitment by the Liberal candidate Lucy Wicks will ensure that this revitalisation process will get a healthy start and the Chamber will continue to lobby the NSW State Government for matching funds to fully complete the project.

“We are still hopeful that further funding commitments will be made by the federal candidates including monies towards the upgrading of the Peninsula’s roads and key intersections and the construction of the new ferry wharf at Bangalow St on the Ettalong Beach foreshore,” said Mr Wales.

Media release, 29 Aug 2013 Richard Mehrtens, office of Deborah O’Neill MP Media release, 28 Aug 2013 Mary Doherty, Office of Lucy Wicks Media release, 29 Aug 2013 Matthew Wales, Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

Local schools would receive $38.2M less, say teachers Schools in the Robertson electorate would receive $38.2 million less education funding under a Coalition government than under Labor, according to the Ettalong-Woy Woy Teachers Association Association secretary Mr Chris Wright said the shortfall would come because Tony Abbott has only committed to fund four years of the six-year NSW Gonski funding agreement.

“Mr Abbott is trying to deceive people into thinking he will implement the full Gonski funding model if he wins the federal election,” Mr Wright said.

“The problem with Mr Abbott’s political shift is that the NSW Gonski agreement runs for six years, with $3.2 billion of the total of $5 billion of additional funding not due to be paid until the last two years.”

“Four years of funding means

an Abbott Coalition government will spend two thirds less than the funding provided in the agreement signed by NSW Liberal Premier Barry O’Farrell.

“An Abbott government won’t just be ripping funding from public schools that need it the most.

“Catholic and independent schools will also lose.”

Mr Wright said that under a Labor government, schools in the Robertson electorate would receive $54.6 million in funding.

He said that should Mr Abbott be elected Prime Minister on September 7, Robertson schools would receive only $16.4 million in funding.

“Mr Abbott’s position is simply unacceptable,” Mr Wright said.

“Gonski is meant to provide extra funding for more support and individual attention for students.”

Email, 26 Aug 2013 Chris Wright, Ettalong-Woy Woy Teachers Association

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100%, just like their 21-yearold co-workers.

“We believe common sense should prevail and this failure in our General Retail Industry Award can be rectified swiftly for the benefit of hundreds of thousands of younger workers and their families.

“Fortunately many retailers have already recognised it is appropriate to pay people for the work they do, rather than their age.

“There are a number of enterprise agreements that do pay adult rates at 20, as first step towards adult rates at 18.

“We believe our General Retail Award can be rectified to reflect what’s already happening in the industry.

“Contrary to what some in the retail industry are saying, there is absolutely no evidence to suggest that paying younger workers fairly will have any negative impact on employment at all.

“Nor will it result in businesses closing down.

“It’s scaremongering at its finest.”

Residents stated that at present the area is comprised of dangerous, hilly and uneven surfaces, including a blind corner at Brisbane Water Dr. This dangerous terrain is used by residents to gain pedestrian access to the western end of Point Clare or to gain access to the eastern end of Point Clare.

Residents further stated that they sought safe passage for parents with

prams, school children walking - cycling, cyclists, residents jogging - walking, elderly people walking or using scooters, disabled persons walking or using wheelchairs to access the growing retail area of the Point Clare CBD, school, medical centre and the commuter railway station of Point Clare.

Gosford Council Agenda P.27, 20 Aug 2013

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olice are investigating an incident where two young girls were approached by a man in Avoca on Saturday, August 31.

Officers were told that at about 2pm two nineyear-old girls were walking along Cape Three Points Rd when a white van drove past them.

The van, described only as having a rear window but no side windows, then did a U-turn and stopped next to the girls, and the male driver called out to them.

The girls ran away and the matter was reported to police.

Officers from Brisbane Waters Local Area Command are investigating and would like to speak to a man who may be able to assist with inquiries.

He is described as being of Caucasian appearance, 40 to 50 years of age, with olive skin, dark greying hair, with a tattoo on his arm and a spacer-type earring.

At the time he was wearing a white t-shirt.

Police are urging anyone with information about these incidents to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or use the Crime Stoppers online reporting page: https://www1.police.nsw. gov.au/.

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Lucy Wicks wins Robertson Liberal candidate Ms Lucy Wicks is set to be the new Member for Robertson having recorded 52.92 per cent of the two-party vote in the federal election held on Saturday, September 7.

After distribution of preferences, she had received 42,658 votes as of Friday, September 12.

Former Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill has conceded defeat.

At the time Peninsula News went to press, counting of postal and absentee votes for the Robertson electorate had not been finalized and the result of the poll had not been declared.

With just a 0.05 per cent increase in the Liberal party vote, Ms Wicks received 43.58 per cent of the first preference votes with a total of 35,133, which was 6574 more than Ms O’Neill received.

Ms O’Neill suffered a swing against her of 4.33 per cent and received 35.43 per cent of first preference votes or 36,578 after distribution of preferences.

Ms O’Neill, said it had “been a great honour to serve the people of Robertson for the last three years”.

Ms Wicks said she was “humbled by the people of Robertson” for choosing her as their representative, and promised that the people of the electorate would no longer be taken for granted.

“That stops now and I promise to be the strong voice in parliament that the people of the Central Coast need.

“I’m proud that the first thing the Coalition government will do is scrap the carbon tax because it was the biggest issue residents raised with me.

“I’m also looking forward to working with my Liberal counterparts on delivering the Coalition’s $21 million growth plan for the Central Coast.

“I’d also like to thank everyone for their support.

“I couldn’t have done it without the strong Liberal community and volunteers and my family,” said Ms Wicks.

However, despite the strong vote for Ms Wicks, she was the preferred candidate at only six of 16 polling places around the Peninsula.

Ms O’Neill said she has been overwhelmed with good wishes from locals.

“I am proud of the work we have been able to accomplish in three years,” said Ms O’Neill.

“Working to make a difference

for the people on the Coast whose voices were so often silenced under the previous Coalition Government.

“We have delivered $55 million in health infrastructure for the Coast, $7 million for the GP Superclinic, $28.6 million for the Regional Cancer Centre, and $19.55 million to bring the Woy Woy Rehab back to life.

“In the last term of the previous Liberal Government, Gosford Council received only $1 million.

“Under Labor, in just three years, we have delivered $58 million for local roads, services and infrastructure.

“Our local schools also received a much needed boost of $80 million for new classrooms, libraries and vital refurbishments.

“The Labor Government of the 43rd Parliament delivered for the Central Coast.

“We as a community need to make sure that the Abbott Government deliver on the few commitments he made and deliver the promises already in the Budget.

“The F3-M2 Missing Link and the Kariong exit lane widening is already in the Budget and must be built.

“Kibbleplex is in the Budget, and must be built.

“And vague promises of a Regional Performing Arts Centre need to be clarified and fought for.

“However, John Singleton’s influence is clear, by funding former Independent Lawrie McKinna, who delivered his preferences, secured the seat for the Liberal Party.

“Labor stands for a fair go for all, not just for some.

“I look forward to continuing to work for the people of the Central Coast, now and into the future.

“I once again thank everyone for their support over the last three years,” said Ms O’Neill.

As of Friday, a total of 94.13 per cent of the 85,636 votes were formal with 5.87 per cent listed as informal.

About nine per cent of the votes were cast at the Woy Woy Pre-poll Voting Centre.

Website, 12 Sep 2013 Australian Electoral Commission Media statement, 9 Sep 2013 Mary Doherty, Office of Lucy Wicks Media statement, 9 Sep 2013 Richard Mehrtens, Office of Deborah O’Neill

The Gospel Garden Sanctuary in Umina

Voters and campaigners at the Umina Uniting Church Community Centre

Deborah O’Neill remains more popular Labor’s Deborah O’Neill remained the more popular candidate on the Peninsula in the Federal election despite losing the seat of Robertson.

Ms O’Neill received 11,811 votes at the Peninsula’s 13 polling booths, 51.87 per cent of the two-party vote of a total of 22,772 counted as of Friday.

Ms O’Neill was also the preferred candidate at nine of the 13 booths.

At Booker Bay Preschool, a total of 705 formal votes were received with Ms Wicks receiving 56.39 per cent with a total of 397 votes.

Ettalong Beach Primary School recorded a total of 2555 formal votes with Ms O’Neill receiving 53.35 per cent with a total of 1363 votes.

At Woy Woy South Primary School, Ms O’Neill received 1189 of the 2029 formal votes with 58.60 per cent.

Umina Beach Public School recorded a total of 2052 formal votes with 1073 going to Ms

Former Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill

O’Neill and 979 awarded to Ms Wicks.

Patonga Progress Association saw one vote difference between Ms Wicks and Ms O’Neill with Ms Wicks recording 100 votes and Ms O’Neil 101.

At Pearl Beach Community

Centre 172 of the 339 votes went to Ms Wicks with Ms O’Neill recording 49.26 per cent.

Umina Community Hall recorded 1096 votes with 595 going to Ms O’Neill and 501 to Ms Wicks.

Brisbane Water Secondary College’s Umina campus recorded 878 of the 1519 votes to Ms O’Neill and 641 to Ms Wicks.

At Umina Uniting Church Community Centre, 926 of 1749 formal votes went to Ms O’Neill and 823 to Ms Wicks.

Brisbane Water Secondary College’s Woy Woy Campus saw 829 of the 1547 votes awarded to Ms O’Neill and 718 to Ms Wicks while the Bays Community Hall saw Ms Wicks awarded 146 of the 290 votes and Ms O’Neill 144.

Woy Woy Pre-poll Voting Centre saw Ms Wicks receive 4141 of the 7842 votes and Ms O’Neill 3701 while the Woy Woy South Progress Association saw Ms O’Neill receive 445 of the 848 votes and Ms Wicks receive 403.

Website, 12 Sep 2013 Australian Electoral Commission

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Gospel Garden sets $400,000 target The Gospel Garden Sanctuary committee is attempting to raise $400,000

by Christmas to buy the Umina building to avoid it being torn down for commercial development.

Gospel Garden Sanctuary founder Mr Danny DeMoreta said the committee had asked Gosford Council for assistance to buy the building for Umina.

“The talks aren’t over.

“However, all we’ve received so far are reasons why they may

not be able to help,” said Mr DeMoreta.

“For two years now, dedicated volunteers have run the Gospel Garden Sanctuary in Umina Beach, without the aid of any government grants or assistance.

“It’s been hard work and it’s

been worth it too.

“The Gospel Garden Sanctuary has become a unique open-door social centre in the heart of Umina Beach, where people can come and feel free to enjoy events and social activities.”

He said people interested

in helping could contact the committee by email at uacvumina@hotmail.com.au.

Media release, 27 Sep 2013 Danny DeMoreta, Gospel Garden Sanctuary

Submissions made about wharves study Three submissions have been received about local maritime facilties after Gosford Council exhibited its Brisbane Water Public Wharves and Boat Ramps Usage Study.

The study, which aimed to prioritise upgrades and identify sites for added infrastructure, has now been adopted by council.

One submission nominated improvements to the Blackwall Point boat ramp facility.

These improvements included the need for toilets, a longer slipway for low tide launching, double ramp width and the extension of the manoeuvring area to allow for more vehicle waiting capacity.

In his report, Council’s director of city services Mr Stephen Glen stated that the site was unsuitable

for upgrading to a regional facility due to difficult road access and site limitations.

“The Blackwall Point facility is considered difficult for vehicular access and would require significant improvement before this site would be considered suitable for improvement to a regional facility,” stated the report.

Another submission stated that the study should be extended to include commuter user ferry needs and a hierarchy of wharves requiring higher standards.

The submission also recommended the relocation of the existing Ferry Rd wharf to the alternative Bangalow St site when the Ferry Rd wharf had reached its useful life and required replacement.

Mr Glen responded and said the submission had been noted

regarding the relocation of the wharf, however, the Better Boating Program grant conditions for the study applied only to the assessment of public recreational maritime facilities and could not be extended to commercial activities.

One submission identified the need to upgrade Empire Bay’s Kendall Rd wharf as well as the need to improve the Empire Bay Reserve area.

Mr Glen reported that this had been identified as a priority to be upgraded.

However, grant funding from the Better Boating Program was restricted to providing maritime infrastructure and other funding sources would be required to improve the public reserve area.

The report stated that Council was responsible for 23 boat ramps

and 43 public wharves within Brisbane Water.

The study, which was publicly exhibited between February 20 and March 20 this year, found most maritime facilities within Brisbane Water were in an average condition.

The replacement value of existing maritime assets in the study area was estimated at $6.9 million.

A total of 22 wharves and boat ramps were identified as priority for replacement in the near future, at a total cost of $2.7 million.

These included Woy Woy Town Centre wharf, Ferry Rd wharf, Kendall Rd wharf and boat ramp, Killcare wharf, Woy Woy cargo wharf, Hardys Bay wharf, Wagstaffe wharf, Lions Park wharf No.2, Woy Woy Bay wharf, Phegans Bay wharf, Oroo St wharf, Pier St wharf and Rawson Rd wharf.

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“Any decision to replace low priority works or create new infrastructure should be considered against the priority of other capital works items which will result in already identified projects being deferred,” stated Mr Glen’s report.

The council was successful in receiving grant funding under the 2010-11 Better Boating Program to undertake a detailed investigation of the existing maritime infrastructure, boat usage patterns and fishing amenities within Brisbane Water.

A total of eight submissions were made in response to the study.

Gosford Council Agenda CIT.28, 17 Sep 2013

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Fire-fighters’ 355 years of service recognised olunteer fire-fighters from the Central Coast area have been recognised for their long and dedicated service in an official ceremony on Saturday, August 3.

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NSW Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) Assistant Commissioner Stuart Midgley presented Long Service Medals to the group of volunteers who have amassed 355 years of service between them.

“This significant commitment demonstrates that the tradition of volunteering is thriving in this region,” Assistant Commissioner Midgley said.

“These men and women each play a vital role in their community, whether they’re fighting bush fires, attending road accidents or even assisting during storms or floods.

“It is an honour to present these awards and

reflect upon the outstanding commitment shown by these members.

“I would particularly like to acknowledge Phil Williams who today is receiving an award for 43 years dedicated service to his community.

“Mr Williams, since joining the Mangrove Mountain Brigade in 1970, has had many roles within the brigade including that of deputy captain and captain.

“He was also elected by his peers to the position of group captain, a position that he held for 17 years.

“All of the members being awarded Long Service Medals today are examples of the selfless commitment

demonstrated by NSW RFS volunteers right throughout NSW. “Their hard work and professionalism doesn’t go unnoticed and this is a great opportunity for the broader community to express their gratitude and say thank you.

“I would like to take this time to praise all our volunteers for their ongoing efforts each and every day, particularly when dealing with emergencies here in the Central Coast area,” said Assistant Commissioner Midgley.

Media release, 3 Aug 2013 NSW Rural Fire Service

Commander seeks nominations for Officer of the Year risbane Water LAC Commander Superintendent Daniel Sullivan is seeking nominations for the Customer Service Excellence category of the 2013 Rotary Police Officer of the Year.

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Since 2010, the Rotary Club of Sydney, on behalf of the Rotary Clubs of NSW, has hosted the annual awards to honour police officers, unsworn employees and volunteers who display outstanding dedication and diligence in their service to local communities.

Nominations traditionally come from Rotary Clubs or from within police ranks, however, a new category was added this year, the Customer Service Excellence Award,

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The Central Coast Community Building Awards have become one of the Coast’s premier awards events since its inception in 2006.

The awards are organised by the Central Coast Community Congress and are a platform to recognise and acknowledge community building initiatives across the region and showcase the invaluable community contribution of public and private organisations and paid and unpaid workers.

Recognition through these awards includes motivation and inspiration for people to get involved in their community, encouragement of innovative practice, opportunities to develop and strengthen partnerships, increasing social inclusion, encouragement of intergenerational interaction, and a chance to showcase often overlooked local neighbourhood achievements.

Nominations are now open for the Young

Person aged 12 to 18 years, Voluntary GroupOrganisation, Not for Profit Organisation, Business Community Building Initiative, Social Enterprise Project, Community Partnership Project and Community Partnership Event categories.

Entries close at 5pm on Friday, October 11.

Media release, 13 Sep 2013 Tricia Carlson, Uniting Care Burnside

Sullivan is asking the local community, to recognise a police officer, employee or volunteer whose customer service went beyond their normal duties by making themselves accessible, being professional, taking appropriate action and keeping you informed.

The winners will be announced at a gala dinner at Darling Harbour restaurant “Dockside” on Friday, November 8.

Media release, 19 Aug 2013 NSW Police Media

Annual meeting for Bensville Residents

Real people doing real things he Real People doing Real Things Community Building Awards Ceremony will be held on Tuesday, November 26, at Avoca Beach Surf Club.

that allows members of the public to nominate a sworn or unsworn officer with whom they have had positive personal dealings.

The Customer Service Excellence Award recognises high standards of customer service through personal dealings with customers and overall contribution to NSW Police Force’s customer-service policy, through their involvement in communications, problem solving and innovation.

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ensville Residents Association will hold its annual meeting on Thursday, October 17, from 7pm at the Coast Christian School with Detective Sergeant Acting Inspector Jonathan Goddard to make a presentation on home and personal safety in Bensville.

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Bensville Residents Association president Mr John Simmons said this topic was particularly pertinent as the suburb had had a small number of break-ins and thefts earlier in the year.

“The response from police at Brisbane Water Local Area Command was stunning with offenders caught within hours on both occasions,” said Mr Simmons.

“The Bensville Residents’ Association is a group of neighbours focused on

making the lifestyle in their suburb that little bit better year by year.

“The Association continues to achieve various upgrades and better facilities for residents year after year.

“While the committee have just six meetings a year, the body of work being processed from time to time is impressive.

“The Association can be justifiably proud of the achievements to our suburb; parks, picnic areas, walkways, kerb and

guttering, wildlife protection initiatives and safe transport infrastructure, many of which are initiatives of the Association.

“The group is responsible for promoting these issues with their other stakeholders: Gosford City Council, Roads and Maritime Services, the police, local, state and federal political representatives to name a few,” said Mr Simmons.

Media release, 3 Oct 2013 John Simmons, Bensville Residents Association

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Man to appear in court Patron charged with regarding fatal shooting stabbing club employee man has faced a hospital bedside court hearing charged with stabbing a club employee in Terrigal on Sunday, September 22.

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About 7.30pm on Saturday, September 21, a 53-year-old employee was allegedly stabbed in the stomach outside Terrigal Bowling Club.

The knife blade broke off in the employee’s stomach.

Paramedics took the injured man to Gosford Hospital for emergency surgery.

The knife blade was removed and he remains in a stable condition.

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49-year-old man charged with murder will appear at Gosford Local Court on Friday, November 29, via Audio Visual Link after he was refused bail and his case adjourned on Friday, October 4.

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The man was charged following the fatal shooting of a 48-year-old man in Gertrude St, Gosford, at about 2pm on Thursday, October 3.

Upon arrival at the unit, police found that the man had barricaded himself inside the unit.

Following negotiations, the man was arrested and taken to Gosford Police Station where he was charged with murder

and other firearm-related offences.

A search of the unit complex was conducted with police locating the body of a 48-year-old man in the court yard, which witnesses confirmed to be John Shields.

He had sustained a gunshot wound to the head.

A revolver was also

located and seized for ballistic and forensic examination.

Police are urging anyone with information about this incident to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or use the Crime Stoppers online reporting page: https://www1.police.nsw. gov.au/.

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New youth and community centre for San Remo he Rudd Labor government has announced it will provide $2.7 million to build a new youth and community centre at San Remo.

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Minister for Human Services Senator Jan McLucas and member for Shortland Ms Jill Hall made the announcement on Monday, August 26, at the site where the new centre will be built in Brava Ave. “This is an excellent project for young people in the northern part of Wyong Shire,” Senator McLucas said.

“It will be a worthwhile centre which will provide real and tangible services to help young people get the support, training and mentoring they need.

“Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council submitted the proposal in partnership with the San Remo Neighbourhood Centre, Central Coast Medicare Local, Youth Connections, ET Australia and the local advisory group of Better Futures, Local Solutions.

“Shortland MP Jill Hall has been a strong supporter of the project.

“I congratulate Darkinjung and the other community partners on the excellent proposal and I thank Jill Hall for making sure these federal government funds

From left, Minister for Human Services Senator Jan McLucas, Chairman of Regional Development Australia Central Coast Mr David Abrahams, Federal Member for Shortland Ms Jill Hall, Darkinjung Aboriginal Land Council CEO Mr Sean Gordon, and San Remo Neighbourhood Centre Manager Ms Jillian Hogan.

become available.”

Ms Hall said the new centre will be a major boost for young people in the area.

“The new centre will be an innovative learning hub for the area,” she said.

“It will deliver community-based health care, training and skills

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development, and also community and cultural engagement.

“There will also be an arts precinct to encourage local artists and cultural presentations, and also an iDialogue Cafe to help with digital connectivity.

“Importantly, there will be broad consultation with youth groups

during the design and construction phase of the project.

“A development application could be lodged with council by early next year.

“The Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council made an excellent submission to government for this

project and I thank them for their vision and their work.”

The new centre will be known as Gulgul Barang Youth and Community Centre.

Gulgul Barang is from the Darkinjung language meaning “strong tomorrow”.

It reflects the ethic of

supporting young people into employment through structured support, health, education, training and mentoring.

The centre will be strategically located in Brava Ave near the San Remo Neighbourhood Centre and opposite Northlakes High School.

It is within easy access of public transport and other local infrastructure.

The land is owned by Darkinjung Aboriginal Land Council.

The Wyong local government area has one of the lowest school retention rates in NSW and one of the highest youth unemployment rates.

About 54% of 25-34 year olds have completed year 12, compared to the national average of 75%.

“This is therefore a much needed service in the northern area of Wyong Shire,” Ms Hall said.

“Federal Labor is serious about investigating in local communities and helping people meet their full potential.”

The funds for Gulgul Barang are from the Regional Development Australia Fund and are already included in the budget.

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s of Wednesday, September 11, the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) has declared the Federal seat of Dobell as a “close seat”.

According to the AEC, a “close seat” is declared when the Two Candidate Preferred result is between 49.50% and 50.50%.

At the time the Wyong Regional Chronicle went to press, the latest AEC figures showed the Liberal candidate for Dobell Ms Karen McNamara had a total of 50.42% of the Two Candidate Preferred votes.

Dobell’s Labor candidate Ms Emma McBride had 49.58% of the Two Candidate Preferred votes.

With 18.2% of the vote yet to be counted, only 626 votes separate the candidates.

Ms McNamara, who so

far has received 41.02% of first preference votes, ran an election campaign which spanned over a year.

Ms McBride, who currently has 35.67% of first preference votes, ran a much shorter campaign and was only endorsed as the Labor party’s candidate for Dobell four weeks prior to the election.

Neither candidate responded when contacted by the Wyong Regional Chronicle for comment.

The Federal seat of Dobell was previously held by Mr Craig Thomson, who became Member for Dobell in 2007.

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Mr Thomson currently has 3.99% of first preference votes.

Mr Thomson said he was looking forward to spending more time with his family.

“On election night, I became a private citizen,” Mr Thomson said.

Greens candidate for Dobell Ms Sue Wynn has so far received 4.72% of first preference votes.

Ms Wynn said she was proud to have represented the Greens in Dobell and to have presented her party’s evidence-based policies to the electorate.

“We used every means available to us with our extremely limited campaign funds to get our message out to voters

so they could make an informed decision,” Ms Wynn said.

Ms Wynn thanked her stalwart members and supporters for their assistance in her campaign.

“They all volunteered so that we could work towards achieving a caring society that looks after and protects the environment for us all,” she said.

“The Greens will continue to be active on the Central Coast as a positive voice for a cleaner economy and a more caring society.”

Palmer United candidate Ms Kate McGill, who currently has 3.40% of first preference votes, said her party faced strong competition from high profile parties and independents in

the electorate.

“I think the result in Dobell proved what many of us have known for a long time – that is, the people of Dobell fear Coalition policies which is why the ALP still has support,” Ms McGill said.

“I think the job for me over the next three years will be to lift the profile of the party and provide the people of Dobell with the information they need to distinguish Palmer United Party as not the new kid on the block, but the best alternative for Dobell next time around.

“Once the people of Dobell take time to look at our policies and digest the fact that they are not self-centred and indeed are policies that seek to benefit all Australians rather than just lobby

or fringes groups, then we will get the people behind us.

“I look forward to keeping a close eye on whoever does win, as I suspect very little will change for the often forgotten and even more marginal seat of Dobell.”

Prior to September 7, the status of the Dobell seat was undefined.

Of the votes counted so far, 7.52% of votes were informal votes.

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he Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) has raided the offices of Liberal MPs Mr Chris Spence and Mr Darren Webber over an alleged fundraising scandal.

Mr Spence, who is the state member for The Entrance, and Mr Webber, the state member for Wyong, had their offices searched on Friday, September 20, with investigators seizing computers and documents.

Ms Karen McNamara, who is expected to be declared federal member for Dobell in the coming days, has also been dragged into the controversy due to her role as Mr Webber’s campaign manager in the 2011 state election.

The Age has reported that Ms McNamara significantly overstated the amount of funds she had raised for Mr Webber’s campaign.

It was revealed that Ms McNamara, during her

pre-selection interview for Dobell, said she had raised up to $100,000 in her role as campaign manager.

However, a member for the NSW Liberal state executive Ms Hollie Hughes has said she was advised party records indicated official receipts totalled as little as $50,000.

The Sydney Morning Herald has also reported that the ICAC raids are believed to be linked to allegations that two staff members for NSW Energy Minister Mr Chris Hartcher funnelled political donations through a front company prior to the 2011 state election.

According to the Sydney Morning Herald, a $5,000 donation was

made by a Wyong building company, LA Commercial, owned by a Mr Lusted, to the benefit of the Liberal Party’s Central Coast candidates shortly before the March 2011 election.

The donation is believed to have been made through Eightbyfive, which is the trading name for a trust fund connected to Mr Tim Koelma, a senior policy adviser to Mr Hartcher.

Mr Koelma has since resigned from his position and Mr Lusted unsuccessfully contested Liberal pre-selection for the federal seat of Dobell.

It has been reported that Mr Lusted has said that at the time, he believed he was entitled to make the donation as he was not a property developer for the

purposes of the Election Funding Act. Property developers have been banned from making political donations in NSW since 2009.

Neither Mr Webber nor Mr Spence were able to respond to enquiries from the Wyong Regional Chronicle for legal reasons.

ICAC also could not comment on its operational matters.

However, Ms McNamara has issued a statement and has denied the allegations against her.

“The allegation made in today’s news story is a baseless lie,” Ms McNamara said of the media report.

“A donation was made to attend a fundraising dinner and was properly receipted and declared.

“As I have said

before, to the best of my knowledge, I have always complied with my obligations in that role.

Ms McNamara also said that if it was deemed she could assist in any way with current inquiries involving other persons named in recent news stories, she would be more than happy to assist.

NSW premier Mr Barry O’Farrell has said he had not been contacted by the ICAC about the raids on Mr Spence and Mr Webber’s offices.

“I don’t believe the ICAC has ever made it a practice to advise premiers of visits by its staff in investigations,” Mr O’Farrell said.

“I have never been contracted by the ICAC about such activity.

“As I previously said, the Liberal Party referred matters concerning

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“It has been previously reported the ICAC is investigating that issue.

“But I have not been advised of any such investigation, nor would I expect to be.

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Gosford Model results in assault rate decline ssault rates in and around licensed premises in Gosford have dropped more than 50% in the last six years without the draconian measures passed in Newcastle, according to Australian Hotels Association (AHA) NSW Director of Policing Mr John Green.

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Assault figures at and near licensed premises in Gosford are down 53% on 2007 levels – according to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistic and Research figures due to a co-operative approach between hoteliers, police and the community.

Mr Green said the drop in assault figures was a tribute to the efforts of local hoteliers working with police and the community.

“This is an amazing result and shows what can be done when the community works together to address violence,” he said.

“The figure of 53% is much better than the debateable 37% trumpeted by the proponents of the

Newcastle model – and were achieved without destroying Gosford’s nighttime economy.

“Assaults in all NSW licensed premises are down an average 30% over the last five years – Gosford has done a lot better than average with a 57% drop.

“I would like to praise the efforts of hoteliers and the local liquor accord which has been working hard to deal with the thugs wrecking nights out in the community.”

Mr Green said the drop in assault levels around

licensed premises right across NSW put paid to suggestions by interest groups that the “Newcastle model” was the only way to go.

“These figures show you achieve results through co-operation and targeting of offenders – not through regulations,” he said.

“It shows what can be achieved when the community voluntarily works together on the causes of violence – instead of the Newcastle model maybe we should be talking about the “Gosford Model”.

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Smoke free law breached at Erina Fair restaurant in Erina Fair is under fire for poor implementation of the shopping centre’s smoke free policy.

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According to World Health Organisation and World Lung Foundation senior technical advisor Dr Tahir Turk, the lack of enforcement of the centre’s non-smoking policy by Cafe Karizma had been raised with Erina Fair management on a number of occasions.

“Concerns have been raised about the poor approach to the implementation of the smoke free policy and weak signage,” said Dr Turk.

“This has caused considerable confusion by smokers who have continued to smoke in a number of areas of the shopping centre.

“The problem has been exacerbated through the lack of enforcement or any penalties imposed on smokers who breach the smoke free law at Erina Fair on a daily basis.

“Despite our complaints, Erina Fair management has been particularly tardy in their response to this public health issue.”

Dr Turk said staff continued to provide patrons with ashtrays on tables and as a result, smokers continued to light up despite signage.

“Of most concern is the fact that this public access point leads to the children’s playground directly below

the restaurant, forcing families with young children to breathe in toxic tobacco smoke.”

According to Dr Turk, feedback from Cafe Karizma patrons and management identified that the restaurant had an arrangement with shopping centre management.

“This suggests that retailer’s profits are being put before people’s health and the occupational health and safety laws,” said Dr Turk.

“The Smoke-free Environment Act (Section 6A. 1) banned smoking within four metres of a pedestrian access point to a public building from 7 January 2013.

“Smoking is already banned in enclosed areas of public places in NSW. “A ‘public place’ means a place or vehicle that the public, or a section of the public, is entitled to

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“The worldwide burden of diseases from passive smoking is considerable with more than 600 thousand deaths attributable to second-hand smoke (2004 figures), which was about 10% of worldwide mortality.

“The majority of deaths (47%) from second-hand smoke occurred in women, 28% in children, and 26% in men.

“There are over 40 known cancer causing chemicals found in cigarette smoke.

“Research studies have concluded that about a quarter of the cases of lung cancer in non-smokers may be attributed to exposure to passive smoking.

“Women and children are most vulnerable and often have little choice over their exposure to tobacco smoke.

“Even at low levels, exposure to second-hand smoke can cause illness with asthma sufferers more prone to attacks in smoky atmospheres.

“For these reasons protection of the public from tobacco smoke should be taken more seriously by those in positions of responsibility,” said Dr Turk.

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osford Business Improvement District Inc Promotions Committee (GBID) is calling all schools, community groups, cultural groups, individuals and businesses 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 30, and is set to attract a crowd of several thousand onlookers.

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

“The theme this year is to be Creative and Christmassy.

“We will have marching bands, vintage cars and fire engines, characters, business floats and maybe even a donkey.

“After the parade, there are free activities for the whole family in Kibble Park,” said Mr Brasch.

The GBID Promotions Committee would like to call on all interested community groups, schools and businesses to get involved.

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there are a total of $1,800 cash prizes to win for the best community groups,” said Mr Brasch.

“The major business category prize is a media package proudly sponsored

by Central Coast Radio and the Central Coast Express Advocate.

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

“It is a great team building

exercise and you will have fun on the day.

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

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

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Award recognises alliance

Coastrek assists Fred Hollows Foundation errigal resident Ms Jenny Price, 48, will participate in the Sydney Coastrek 50km day walk from Palm Beach to Balmoral with three other women from Step into Life in Terrigal to be held on Friday, February 28.

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strategic alliance between three Central Coast aged care and disability organisations has been named as a winner in the NSW Disability Industry Innovation Awards (DIIA), which recognise excellence in the disability sector.

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The alliance between Coastlink, an aged and disability service provider, Meals on Wheels Central Coast, a Home and Community Care-funded not-for-profit organisation, and Evergreen Life Care, a retirement and aged care provider, has created opportunities for all three to provide a broader and better-integrated range of services for Central Coast residents.

This partnership was named the winner in the Innovative Partnerships category, with recognition for the scheme’s sharing of resources to better meet the needs of Central Coast residents.

Meals on Wheels Central Coast CEO Ms Robyn

Howes said the award was recognition for the adaptability and hard work of the individuals working in each of the services.

“Each of our teams have worked very hard to make sure this partnership runs as positively as possible, with the ultimate goal of improving the services we are able to offer our clients.”

Minister for Disability Services Mr John Ajaka MLC said the Awards illustrated the desire of those working in public service to continually improve the services they offer.

“I am deeply encouraged by the quality of the nominations that have been received this year.

“It is heartening to see the continued dedication

and innovative solutions showcased by both individuals and organisations that work tirelessly to provide high quality services for people with disability,” Minister Ajaka said.

The NSW Disability Industry Innovation Awards are an initiative of the NSW Government in partnership with National Disability Services (NDS) The Awards formally recognise and reward excellence in innovation demonstrated by nongovernment, community based organisations or individuals working in the industry.

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Trivia Night for Louise Trivia Night Fundraiser will be held at Gosford RSL on Saturday, October 19, which aims to help raise funds for Louise Munnoch Anderson who has had a difficult journey with breast cancer.

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Ms Anderson was diagnosed in 2008, at the age of 46, with a rare stage four triple negative inflammatory breast cancer, and has been battling the disease for the last five years.

In her fight against the disease, Louise has had a double mastectomy, a two month stay in ICU on heart, lung and dialysis machines, continual rounds of chemotherapy, radiation therapy and more.

Her stay in ICU also resulted in muscular deterioration, which meant having to learn how to walk unaided again.

While undergoing an array of treatments over the years, Louise has also tried to maintain a full time job and has carried out various motherly duties to her 11 and 13-year-old daughters, both of whom were former Point Clare Public School students.

To assist with the

mounting burden of medical and pharmaceutical bills from Louise’s life prolonging medical treatments, a Trivia Night Fundraiser will be held, which aims to take some of the financial hardship from the Anderson family.

The fundraiser will also include raffle prizes and auctions.

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Ms Price said she started training with Step into Life in Terrigal because she wanted to get fit and lose some weight.

After a year of training, she said she is now in the best shape of her life.

She lost 8% of her body weight and 12cm off her waist.

She said the event really appealed to her as it was a team event that she could take on with her trainer and friends, it was a big endurance challenge and something completely new to her.

Each person in her team has a support person who will support them along the 50kms.

Jenny’s support is her 17-year-old son.

She said one of the reasons she was doing Coastrek was to inspire her children to take on challenges in their lives and she is happy and proud that her son will be supporting her on this challenge.

Sydney Coastrek, which has raised over $4 million for The Fred Hollows Foundation since its inception in 2009, provides

an opportunity for women to get fit with their friends by walking and talking along the Sydney coast in 18 to 36 hours.

Jenny said she admired the work of Fred Hollows and, while training for Coastrek takes away from some of her family time, she knows it’s worthwhile because she’s raising money for such a worthy cause.

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Campaigners wanted to Save the Children oint Clare woman Ms Valerie Moffat has been giving up her time for Save the Children since the early 1970s, and is now calling on others to help out too.

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The drive to recruit champion collectors comes as Save the Children is preparing for One Dollar Day, a national campaign which aims to get every Australian to donate $1 on Thursday, October 24.

Valerie has been recruiting friends, neighbours and other groups to be champions for the campaign and to collect $1 from everyone.

“It’s such an easy thing to ask people for, and only once a year,” said Ms Moffat.

“Everybody has got a dollar.

“I think people will see what a great idea this is, and will be very happy to become involved,” she said.

“Save the Children does a lot of great work here in NSW and in all Australian states, but there’s also

tremendous need in other parts of the world.

“Funds raised from One Dollar Day will help Australian programs as well as children and families affected by the crisis in Syria.

“There are so many creative ways we can raise funds, and One Dollar Day is great because it’s so simple.

“One dollar may seem insignificant, but it all adds up.”

One Dollar Day cofounder Ms Sophie Bartho said funds raised would help vulnerable children affected by the conflict in Syria and in Australia.

“One Dollar Day is a fun and simple way to raise funds for Save the Children and the great work they do in Australia and all over the world, saving children’s lives and protecting them from

harm,” she said.

“We’re asking everyone who can to give just $1, whether they are a top executive or a child with pocket money.

“Everyone is equal, and every dollar counts.”

Last year, One Dollar Day raised funds for Save the Children’s water, sanitation and hygiene project in Ethiopia and an Aboriginal School Attendance program in Australia.

Save the Children works in more than 100 locations across Australia and 120 countries around the world.

Together with its partners, Save the Children Australia reached more than eight million people last year.

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GBID supports Movember osford Business Improvement District (GBID) and the Gosford City Markets are calling for local males to get behind Movember this year.

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During November each year, Movember is responsible for the sprouting of millions of moustaches around the world.

With their Mo’s, men raise vital funds and awareness for prostate and testicular cancer and mental health.

“Movember’s vision is to have an everlasting impact on the face of men’s health,” said GBID manager Mr Paul Brasch.

“Movember challenges men to grow a moustache for the 30 days of November, thereby changing their appearance and men’s health.

“We are calling on people

to register their interest by calling GBID on 4322 7726 so that we can list your names on the official Movember website.

“I will personally do this challenge and we would like about 50 others in our community to do the same, forming our team of “Mo Mates”.

“This is just one way that we can have some fun and raise much needed funds for this worthy cause.

“On the first day of ‘Movember’, those registered will start with a clean-shaven face and then at the Gosford City Markets on Saturday, November

9, we will call on all of our ‘Mo Mates’ to gather on the main stage in Kibble Park, Gosford, to get a group photo of their mo’s in the making.

“This group photo will then be turned into a 2014 calendar to be sold to friends, family or the public with proceeds going to Men’s Health.

“After Saturday, November 30, the Mo can come off.

“Many people even throw a Mo Party at the end,” said Mr Brasch.

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Judy Townsend to launch children’s books book launch featuring picture books by Judy Townsend, of Bateau Bay, will be held at Erina Library on Tuesday, October 29.

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Ms Townsend will launch her children’s books Evidently That’s Not Normal!, Chalk and Cheese and How Do I Know? from 4pm and will explain the process of getting children’s books ready for publication.

Chalk and Cheese and How Do I Know? were both illustrated by Greer Gamble while Evidently That’s Not Normal! was illustrated by Isella Vega.

Ms Townsend said she is committed to the cause of having good quality hardback picture books available for the enjoyment of young people and is dismayed at the trend of some parents to hothouse their children straight into “chapter books”, mistakenly thinking it will accelerate their reading development.

Local book critics for the Children’s Book Council of Australia have congratulated Judy on the publication of these titles.

“Our role is to encourage authors to pursue the publication of high quality children’s literature,” said Children’s Book Council of Australia president Ms Judy Stapleton.

“Ms Townsend has

produced three of what I consider to be the best quality picture books to come from the Central Coast in my time.”

Ms Townsend began her career as a Kindergarten teacher before she returned to university to add on a Library and Information Science degree to become a teacher librarian when primary schools were allocated librarians.

Her first library was

in an outside corridor at Narrandera East Infants, then on to the Central Coast where she became the librarian at Chittaway Bay Public School for 27 years.

The school’s library was subsequently named after her following her retirement.

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tephanie Dickinson, 23, will shave her head as a fundraiser for the Cancer Council on Friday, October 18, at a trivia night at Erina Leagues Club.

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Ms Dickinson said she decided to shave her head because her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer two years ago and lost her hair while undergoing chemotherapy and radiation.

“A close family friend was diagnosed with kidney cancer this year and had to have one of his kidneys removed,” said Ms Dickinson.

“Another family friend has just been diagnosed with breast cancer and is currently undergoing chemotherapy at the present time.

“My grandmother’s partner is currently suffering with lung, prostate and bone cancer and unfortunately there is no longer anything the doctors can do for him and he is just trying to live life to the fullest as much as he can.

“This is one thing I can do to help raise money to help find a cure for this terrible disease.

“I know there are many other ways such as running a marathon and colouring my hair but all I could think of was my mum and how she had no choice in whether she lost her hair or not.

“If the Cancer Council will take it, I will be donating my hair to be made into a wig for someone who, like my mum, had no choice in their hair loss.”

Ms Dickinson has so far

raised over $2,300 but said she would love to go above and beyong her goal.

“I am overjoyed to have made my fundraising goal online, but I would love to surpass this and give the Cancer Council the money they need to find a cure for cancer.

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Mentors sought for youth leadership course

Music and visual art programs in Gosford outh Arts Warehouse (YAW) will host a number of music and visual art programs including a music video project, song writing and recording sessions, and street art workshops over the coming months.

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ommunity minded people interested in the development of young leaders are being encouraged to sign up as Max Potential coaches for the 2014 Gosford RSL Max Potential program.

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For the last six years, the leadership development and mentoring program has been empowering students from local high schools to achieve their personal goals through one-on-one coaching, group meetings and community service projects.

With 15 local high schools in the Gosford LGA involved, the program’s benefits are now being experienced by students and communities right across the Central Coast.

Gosford RSL’s Len Sargant has been a volunteer coach with the

Gosford RSL Max Potential Program since its beginning six years ago.

Gosford RSL Club has previously partnered with several registered clubs and businesses in Gosford City to present the Gosford RSL Max Potential Program and it intends to build on that formula.

“It would be fantastic if local businesses interested in developing young future leaders could support the program by sponsoring one of their own staff members to become a coach,” Mr Sargant said.

“Businesses who have

sponsored in the past have found the leadership skills and knowledge gained by their staff to be invaluable in the workplace, and the personal rewards gained through helping the youth in our community are invaluable.”

All coaches will be provided with training and will receive coaching themselves along the way by accredited coach Suzy Miller.

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ow in its third year, the Central Coast Chinese Cultural Festival, held on Sunday, September 15, in Memorial Park at The Entrance, was deemed a success with thousands of locals turning out to celebrate the multicultural event.

he Rudd Labor Government will, if elected, provide Federal funding for the construction of a permanent walkway to cater for the annual 5 Lands Walk on the Central Coast, cementing this event as a key tourist attraction into the future, according to Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill.

This commitment would be delivered through the

Government’s Biodiversity Fund that is already included in the budget.

Deputy Prime Minister Mr Anthony Albanese and Ms O’Neill today announced the Rudd Labor Government would provide $2.5 million for the permanent walkway and accompanying lookouts, which will stretch for 9km from MacMasters Beach through Copacabana, Avoca, North Avoca, and Terrigal Beach.

“The Central Coast of NSW takes in some of the

most spectacular coastline in NSW and it’s no wonder that the 5 Lands Walk already attracts some 14,000 walkers every year,” Mr Albanese said.

“The new walkway and additional lookouts will make this beautiful walk even better.

“A permanent pathway will greatly improve safety and amenity and open up access to coastal communities for locals and visitors alike.

“This will ensure the ongoing success of the 5

Lands Walk.

“Deb has been a fierce advocate for this project and was instrumental in securing this funding commitment.”

Ms O’Neill welcomed the funding saying it would deliver a big boost to the region.

“The 5 Lands Walk is one of the Central Coast’s biggest cultural and tourist events and brings together thousands of walkers, surf clubs, local schools and businesses who together make this event a great

success,” she said.

“This funding will cement the walk as the flagship event for our region and deliver a big boost to tourism providers and local businesses.”

Ms O’Neill’s campaign spokesperson said that although the funding had been committed, “what we are finding is that the Liberal Party is saying they will not be proceeding with these sorts of infrastructure commitments”.

“With the money in the

Budget, and accounted for in the Pre-election Fiscal Outlook, we expected that these important projects would be able to go ahead with an incoming government only needing to sign the contracts.

“Unfortunately, that is looking less likely as Shadow Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, Mr Warren Truss indicated at the National Press Club just last week that the Coalition would be ripping $2 billion out of regional infrastructure.”

The event, which was organised by the China Australia Friendship Association, aimed to promote harmony and embrace both the strong Chinese community on the Coast as well as provide a platform for other local cultural groups living in the area to get together.

The success of this event each year relies heavily on in-kind support and grant funding.

In offering a hand to the China Australia Friendship Association, the Wallarah 2 Coal Project provided funding to support the weekend’s event by way of its Community Foundation grant program.

The grant was received by China Australia Friendship Association and festival conveyor president

Ms Ruby Eaton.

“We are very thankful for the support proffered

by Wallarah, it played an important role in enabling us to make this year’s festival bigger and better,” Ms Eaton said.

“There is a strong sense of community on the Central Coast and our festival aims to embrace this, creating a shared sense of identity and celebrating our multiculturalism and diversity.”

Wallarah 2 environment and community manager Mr Peter Smith said he also saw the importance of celebrating the Coast’s multiculturalism.

“Events such as this are important in sharing the unique characteristics of the varied cultures and backgrounds of locals in

our communities,” Mr Smith said.

“Our grant aims to bolster programs and initiatives such as this which benefit the wider Wyong community.

“It was wonderful to see the myriad of cultural offerings at the festival as locals joined together experiencing Chinese dancing and cultural performances, art showcases, amazing food and stalls displaying modern and traditional wares.”

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he new playground at Elizabeth Ross Park in East Gosford was officially opened on Sunday, September 8.

The young and young at heart were treated to a range of fun activities including community stalls, face painting, a sausage sizzle and a display from council’s Family Nature Club.

Designed in conjunction with the community, the playground incorporates a Japanese design element featuring Cherry Blossoms, overall complementing its location alongside the Gosford-Edogawa Commemorative Gardens.

Gosford Council’s coordinator parks,

playgrounds and foreshores Ms Kim Radford said the new playground facility caters for people of all ages.

“The new Elizabeth Ross Park playground provides a great outdoor area for the whole family to explore and it was wonderful to see so many people out enjoying the facility on opening day.

“The playground is as picturesque as it is functional with plenty of open space to kick a ball and picnic facilities including a barbecue and

tables so people can come along and make a day of it.

“Young ones can enjoy a flying fox and an enchanted garden in the grove of lemon scented gums where they will find a magical rainbow surrounded by mushrooms, toadstools and a large fallen log.

“There is also a special area for toddlers, complete with a pint size ladybird slide and sunflower swing which provides a comfortable area for younger children to explore and play,” said Ms Radford.

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inners of the 2013 Gosford City Garden Competition were announced on Thursday, September 19, at an awards ceremony held in the Erina Room, the Erina Centre.

Barbara and Laurie Smith’s garden at Mount White edged out stiff competition to win the Champion Garden over 1,000 square metres while Point Clare’s Val and Terence Taylor took out the Champion Garden under 1,000 square metres.

Best Waterwise Garden went to Brendan Gulson, The Coast Christian School received the Best Eco Friendly School Garden and Best Commercial Garden was won by Somersby Gardens Estate.

Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna said that the 2013 Gosford City Garden Competition uncovered some truly spectacular outdoor spaces in our city.

“I am continually amazed by the dedication and talent of our local gardeners and this year’s competition was no exception.

“It was wonderful to see a large number of new competitors right across Gosford City entering a diverse range of gardens, from large manicured acreages to small and colourful courtyard displays.

“The 2013 competition was fierce and the calibre of entries was stronger than

Barbara and Laurie Smith (inset) with their award winning garden

ever, prompting judges to include an additional three encouragement awards in recognition of this high standard.

Mayor Cr McKinna added that the popularity of Gosford City Garden Competition had not wavered in over three decades.

“The garden competition has been ingrained in Gosford City’s history for over 30 years and is showing no signs of

slowing down with entry numbers continuing to grow each year.

“As always, the support from our local community has contributed to another successful competition and I hope to see this support continue well into the future.

“Congratulations to all of this year’s entrants, finalists and deserving winners.

“Your hard work and dedication is to be

commended and serves to create a more beautiful and interesting landscape for the whole city to enjoy,” said mayor Cr McKinna.

Winners of the 2013 Gosford City Garden Competition were: Champion Residential Garden over 1,000 square metres – Barbara and Laurie Smith of Mount White Champion Residential Garden under 1,000 square metres – Val and Terence Taylor of Point Clare

Best Eco Friendly Garden (Residential) – Brett Hardacre of Narara Best Eco Friendly Garden (Commercial-Industrial) – Brentwood Retirement Village in Kincumber Best Eco Friendly Garden (Preschools-Primary Schools-Tertiary) – The Coast Christian School in Bensville Best Residential Front Garden – Val and Terence Taylor of Point Clare Best Residential Rear

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Garden – Alva Bell of Umina Best Commercial Garden – Somersby Gardens Estate Best School Garden (Primary SchoolsPreschools) – Lisarow Public School Best School Garden ( S e c o n d a r y - Te r t i a r y schools) – Central Coast Grammar School in Erina Heights Best New-Renovated Residential Garden – Peter and Dell Campbell and Ryan Howard in Peats Ridge Theme or Specialty Garden (Residential) – Paul Wise of Forresters Beach Theme or Specialty Garden (Commercial) – Living Choice Broadwater Court in Kincumber Theme or Specialty Garden (Children’s) – Kariong Public School Best Feature in a Domestic Garden – Val and Terence Taylor Best Patio or Balcony Display – Wendy Travers of Kincumber Best Nursing HomeRetirement VillageOver 50’s Village Garden (Maintained by Professionals) – Wood Glen Retirement Village in Erina Best Nursing HomeRetirement Village-Over 50’s Village Garden (Maintained by Residents)Veronica Aged Care in Kincumber Best Waterwise Garden – Brendan Gulson of Ettalong

finance industry.

She said she enjoyed the program so much that she joined the Max Potential team and is now the program manager and coach.

Media release, 3 Oct 2013 Suzy Miller, Max Potential Program

The YAW Music Video Project provides participants aged between 12 and 25 with the opportunity to learn from industry professionals, band promoters and bands that have succeeded, through a number of master classes.

Bands, musicians and singers will be able to write an original song, produce a demo CD in a recording studio, take part in a professional photo shoot as well as star in a live music video clip.

Participants will also get the chance to learn some skills on how to develop and promote their own style.

Selected artists will be given the opportunity to perform at the YAW Metrodome Live Music Event which will take place on November 29.

The Music Video Project will take place on Wednesdays between 4pm and 6pm starting on October 16 and running until December 4.

YAW will also host a

number of song writing and recording sessions where musicians will get the chance to produce an original song and learn the basic theory behind recording and performance techniques in a professional recording studio.

Sessions will be held on Thursdays and begin on October 17 and run until December 12.

Young artists aged between 12 and 25 years will get the chance to participate in street art workshops to be held at YAW. The workshops aim at teaching participants different street art techniques such as stencilling, aerosol, layering paint, texture, and cut and paste up art.

The workshops will run for seven weeks beginning on October 17 until November 28, and will take place on Thursdays.

Email, 3 Oct 2013 Youth Arts Warehouse

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Child care centres go green www.newcastle.edu.au

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The three solar power systems, at Forresters Beach, Terrigal and Morisset, total 30kW and

effectively remove 11 small cars off the road each and every year the system operates.

Samantha and Oliver make spelling bee State final he best spellers in NSW public schools have been fighting it out in regional finals to see who will make it to the Spelling Bee State Final in Sydney on Wednesday, November 6, with two local students to attend.

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Gosford Public School’s Samantha Windley and Wamberal Public School’s Oliver Franklin were successful in making it through to the state final.

More than 3,500 students from 934 public schools across NSW compete in the regional finals.

To get to the state final, junior state finalists had to spell words such as centrifugal, thermodynamics, seismograph and cenotaph, while the senior finalists had to survive spelling words such as obsequious, onomatopoeia,

staphylococcus and quorum.

Now in its ninth year, the Premier’s Spelling Bee is part of the NSW Government’s ongoing strategy to build on the State’s excellent literacy results.

This year’s State Final is the biggest in the Spelling Bee history with 87 students taking part from across NSW. Media release, 26 Sep 2013 Sven Wright, Department of Education and Communities

All sites are now completely installed and fully operational which means the sun will be powering their day to day energy needs.

Each system was designed to meet the child care centre’s energy needs as closely as possible with minimal amounts being returned to the grid.

Centre owner Mr Rob Bateman said: “The saving on power costs over the life of the installation was our main consideration when deciding to install the systems.�

He said the project had generated much interest within the centres. “The children have been extremely excited to see the panels go up and we are equally proud to be

powering our centres with renewable energy.�

The centres are equipped with a remote monitoring system, allowing live solar production data to be viewed on a range of devices such as smart phones and computers.

This will be of interest to both the owners and the children, who will be able to see how much power their solar panels make each day.

Superior Solar director Mr Derek Woods said: “Commercial centres that use under 480 kWh per day and operate Monday to Friday in daylight hours have the most to gain from solar installations, and the child care centres were a great fit for high rewards.�

Media release, 4 Oct 2013 Dee Watkins, Superior Solar

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hree Little Miracles Child Care Centres, including one in Terrigal and Forresters Beach, have installed solar power systems in an attempt to reduce its energy demand on the grid.

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Ronald Baer wins Gosford Art Prize

he Trick or Treat and Midday Monster Mash event is on again in Gosford City on Saturday, October 26

Gremlins and ghoulies are invited to meet at the main stage in Kibble Park by 11am where the children will be given a map to Trick or Treat around Gosford City in a fun, safe way.

“This is a great event for the whole family,” said Gosford Business Improvement District (GBID) manager Mr Paul Brasch.

“We encourage children from zero to 15 years of age to dress up in their scariest costumes, receive a printed map which they take to participating stores in the Gosford City Centre and receive a stamp on the map as well as a tasty treat or perhaps a trick.”

The Trick or Treat part of the event will only be held between 11am and 12pm.

Once finished, the children will take their map to the barrels in Kibble Park to enter the draw for some great prizes.

“We have a total of 10 prizes to win plus best dressed,” said Mr Brasch.

“The second stage of the event is the Midday Monster Mash Disco from 12pm to 1:30pm where they can dance away on the Haunted Stage.

“Kibble Park will have a spooky theme for the day with a number of props and

the gremlins and ghoulies will be entertained by scary characters.

“We will have a number of games to play, a jumping castle, Zorb balls to roll around in and food stalls,” said Mr Brasch.

Stores in the Imperial

Shopping Centre and Gosford City Centre are encouraged to dress up their shop fronts and themselves.

The winners will receive a prize.

Media release, 2 Oct 2013 Paul Brasch, GBID

ne hundred and sixty four finalists were selected from 549 entries in the 2013 Gosford Art Prize with Ronald Baer selected as the overall winner.

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Maitland Regional Art Gallery cultural director Mr Joe Eisenberg was invited as this year’s judge and had the task of selecting the final five category winners.

The winners were announced by Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna at the exhibition opening at Gosford Regional Gallery on Friday, September 20.

Mr Baer received $10,000 as the overall winner of the 2013 Gosford Art Prize.

The 2013 category winners each received $2,000.

The 2-dimensional category winner was Linda Greedy, the sculpture category co-winners were Ron Royes and Koichi Ishino, the photography category winner was Rhiannon Hopley and the ceramics category winner was Juz Kitson.

Gosford Regional Gallery curator Mr Tim Braham said the Gosford Art Prize is seen as one of the most important events on the Central Coast’s cultural calendar.

“The Gosford Art Prize continues to develop from its humble beginnings as a small regional prize held in shopping centres to its current position as a mainstay of the annual exhibition program at the Gosford Regional Gallery.

“Not only does it bring together a large number of local artists but in bringing in artists from all over the country it provides significant exposure to all of the artists selected.

“Approximately 70% of the finalists come from the Central Coast, which shows the depth of local talent.

“Judging the Gosford Art

Prize is a particularly difficult task and the panel tried to have regard for including a variety of style, content and techniques,” said Mr Braham.

“On behalf of the Gosford Regional Gallery and the artistic community we would like to thank the sponsors of the exhibition, without whose support there would be no prizes,” Mr Braham said.

Selected works will be on exhibition at Gosford Regional Gallery until November 24.

An overflow exhibition of works will also be held at the Imperial Centre Gosford from October 11 to 19 and a presentation of the Smithy Award will take place there on October 19 at 11 am.

Media release, 20 Sep 2013 Gosford Council Media Kaitlin Watts

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Picnic area undergoes renovation he picnic area at Mangrove Creek Dam has been given a facelift complete with a new observation deck, interpretive signage and upgraded pathways just in time for spring.

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The project was undertaken to replace aging infrastructure in the area with the result providing improved and enhanced amenities available to the whole community.

Gosford Council’s water resource protection officer Mr Ken Wain said the upgrades would ensure the site continued to be utilised by locals and visitors alike.

“The Mangrove Creek Dam picnic area is an extremely popular community facility with over 20,000 people visiting each year.

Out & About

Mangrove Mountain and Districts Country Fair turns 50

“Upgrades to the picnic area mean that people will be able to enjoy this great space for many years to come.

“Our new observation platform offers spectacular panoramic views of the dam wall and catchment area and the new pathways offer ease of access so everyone can enjoy the picnic area.

“For people interested in learning more about the region’s water supply system there is also now updated interpretive signage boards.

“The works have been completed just in time for the spring picnic season and we are encouraging people to make the most of this fantastic facility,” said Mr Wain.

Media release, 26 Sep 2013 Gosford Council Media

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he next Mangrove Mountain and Districts Country Fair will be held on Saturday, October 19, from 10am at the corner of Wisemans Ferry and Waratah Rds.

The Country Fair will feature livestock displays including cattle, alpacas, horses, sheep, goats, chickens and birds, all which live on the Mountain, as well as a petting farm and Guess the Weight of the Farm Animal competition.

The Mangrove Cup will also run throughout the day which will see local piglets racing against each other.

A shearing demonstration will be held and a nostalgic historical display will be set up to celebrate the Fair’s 50th anniversary.

“The Mangrove Mountain and Districts Country Fair is a great kids’ day out with face painting, sand art and plaster casting, a reptile display, a jumping castle, a giant slide and our very special Scouting Country Decathlon, which is a chance to test your physical skills on our funfilled course,” said publicity officer Ms Shane Eastman.

“The local produce display in the hall is always truly spectacular.

“You will be amazed at the variety and quality of both

native and exotic flowers, and beautiful vegetables and fresh produce that is cultivated on the mountain.

“Check out our fascinating selection of arts and crafts including woodwork, paintings, and a great array of photographs from some very talented photographers in the area.

“This year we are lucky to have Golden Guitar Winner Bill Chambers entertaining us on the main stage.

“We also have local duo Kazaray, and local band Dr Goodvibe, along with

much more music, singing and dancing performed by talented local school children and adults.”

The Mangrove Mountain Country Fair has been running every year since 1963 as a community fundraiser when locals needed to find funding for the bush nurse, a valuable source of comfort for Mountain families.

Although the bush nurse has long gone, the event has continued as fundraiser for local community groups.

Email, 25 Sep 2013 Shane Eastman, Mangrove Mountain and Districts Country Fair

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Art Central Coast Art Society Lectures, demonstrations and discussion.

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Community Groups ABC - “The Friends” Support group for Public Broadcaster.

Aims. safeguard ABC’s independence, funding, & standards. Meetings through the year + social afternoons Well-known guest speakers 4341 5170 www.fabcnsw.org.au

Central Coast Lapidary Club Inc. Learn silverwork, Cabochons, Faceting, Enamelling, Stone Tumbling and Polishing Fieldtrips and fossicking Weekly Workshops Tue, Thur & Sat 9 - 2.30pm Thur 7 - 10pm 4362 2246 Community Care Services - Central Coast Memory lane - Doing things together Café For people with memory loss & their carers to enjoy a relaxing coffee morning with others experiencing similar circumstances 10am to 11.30am Caroline Bay Brasserie - East Gosford 2nd Wednesday 4324 4244 Gosford 50+ Leisure and Learning Centre Handicraft, Painting, Knitting, Tai Chi, Scrabble, Darts, Table Tennis, Indoor Bowls, Patchwork, Yoga, Fitness, Gentle Swimming, Line Dancing, Cards, Variety Social, Womens Group, Zumba, Crochet, Computers 4324 4749

Gosford Politics in the Pub Come and solve the problems of the world over a friendly drink and a bite to eat. Guest speakers.

First Thurs 6pm Dutton’s Tavern 161 Mann St, Gosford 0438 363 108 I AM LOST Deep Conversations & systematic exercises for understanding my self & my place in life. Gurdjieff Society - Ancient and modern knowledge.

0425 296 783 www.gurdjieff.org.au

Rotary Club of Gosford North A very active community minded club with many projects focussed on assisting youth. If you are keen to support our great projects, get involved with our fun club or discuss joining, please contact Graham Black 0410 509 071, grahamblack@iprimus.com.au

Rotary Club of Kariong/Somersby International service club improves lives of communities in Australia and overseas.

Fun-filled activities, fellowship

Not for Profit Organisations Directory and friendship breakfasts.

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U3A Central Coast Mature age people are invited to participate in a wide range of courses to broaden the mind and make new friends 0408 704 701

Australasian Native Orchid Society Cultivation and conservation of Aust Native Orchids. 2nd Wed, Narara Community Centre, 2 Pandala Rd Narara - 8pm 4340 5157

Fellowship of First Fleeters Central Coast For anyone interested in early history or early family histories. Don’t need to be a First Fleeter.

Wyong RSL Club 2nd Sat 10:30am 4323 1849

Central Coast Family History Society Inc. Matcham Garden Club Monthly Meetings and Garden All the resources, information and advice needed to study Visits with speakers and www.centralcoast.u3anet.org.au your family’s history available. discussions relating to rare 8 Russell Drysdale St, East and unusual plants.

Wyoming Gosford. 1st Sat 1pm Lions New comers welcome Community Centre Community Hall E Gosford Every 2nd Thur Programs and activities incl.

4324 5164 12noon to 2.30pm Tai Chi, Yoga, Zumba, Blokes www.centralcoastfhs.org.au 4367 6292 Breakfast’s, Community Music Markets, Out of School Hours Wamberal Care, Play Group 4323 7483 Soundwaves Garden Club Inc manager@wyomingcc.org.au Men’s acapella 4 part 10am 3rd Tue related outing following week harmony chorus - for all ages, Kincumber all welcome 7:00pm Mon Visitors Welcome Neighbourhood Centre Central Coast Leagues Club Terrigal Rotary Hall • Personal development 0405 030 945 4384 5193 • Community Garden randtbale@bigpond.com 4385 2205 • Counselling • Meditation Political Party Health Groups • Support and friendship Central Coast Greens Alcoholics Anonymous Groups • Music and Movement for Branch of Greens NSW, If you want to drink, under 5 active regarding ecological that’s your business.

• Rooms for hire sustainability, social and If you want to stop, 4363 1044 economic justice, peace and that’s our business. non-violence, grassroots Meet every Sat - Progress Koolewong, Point Clare democracy and getting Hall Ronald Ave, Wyoming & Tascott Progress elected 3rd Thur 8pm Association centralcoast.nsw.greens.org.au 4323 3890 Aims to provide resources for centralcoastgreens@gmail.com communication.

Dying with Dignity NSW, Probus Clubs Special guests, community Central Coast involvement, heritage, All Probus clubs have Working to give those diversity, education, interesting guest speakers, suffering unrelievedly from safety and small business friendly atmosphere, make terminal or incurable illness opportunities. new friends, fellowship. the legal right to request & Point Clare Community Hall intellectual stimulus, and receive medical help to die 2nd Thurs Bi Monthly. social activities.

Quarterly Meetings 0411 266 325 4369 8053 Probus Club of Avoca Sydney Welsh Choir 10am 3rd Mon Avoca Beach Cultural not for profit Bowling Club Meals on Wheels organisation performing at 4368 6157 4384 3741 Delivered meals and flexible concerts and various venues food options for people with a to promotoe the Welsh Probus Club of Brisbane functional disability culture with our singing, also Water (Gosford) 4382 9401 performing for charity fund 1st Wed 10am - Legacy raising.

House, Opp Gosford Central Coast Prostate 4369 3378 Swimming Centre Cancer Support Group 4365 0044 (Gosford) Computer Groups Meet last Friday Month AACC Computer Probus Club Erina Terrigal Uniting Church Club Inc. 10:30am 2nd Tues Tarragal 380 Terrigal Drive, Terrigal www.aacc.asn.au Glen Country Club, 110 9.30am to 12 noon Help with Computing Karalta Rd, Erina 4367 9600 problems - Program demos 4360 1441 www.pcfa.org.au + Q&A sessions. Monthly meetings held from Feb to Probus Club Nth Central Coast Prostate Nov 2nd Wed Windows 7 Gosford Cancer Support Group to 10pm Narara Valley H S, 4th Tues Central Coast (Wyong) Fountains Rd, Narara Leagues Club 10am Meet last Monday Month 4th Thurs Social + Windows 4329 0766 Wyong Golf Club 12.15 – 3.15pm East Gosford Pacific Highway Wyong Progress Hall, Webb Rd Ourimbah combined 10.30am to 12 noon 4362 1918 or 4324 2740 Probus Club 4356 9300 secretary@aacc.asn.au Mthly meetings 1st Wed 10am www.pcfa.org.au Niagara Park Community Seniors Computer Club Centre Gambling Solutions Central Coast Inc. 4332 1538 Gambling help counsellors Beginners class PC or Mac www.probussouthpacific. provide free, confidential, org/pcourimbah Mon or Tues. Classes Mon to professional service to Fri for most programs – see gamblers, family and Terrigal Ladies website. 10am – 12md or 1pm friends. Available Woy Woy, Probus Club - 3pm Kincumber & District Kincumber, Gosford, The Rotary Hall, Duffy’s Rd Terrigal Neighbourhood Centre. Mthly Entrance.

- 1st Mon 1.30pm 4385 3395 Meetings, Guest Speaker at 4344 7992 Kincumber Hotel 1st Mon History Groups Probus Club 4369 2530 West Gosford Brisbane Water Garden Clubs 2nd Thur Narara Community Historical Society Centre, 2 Pandala Rd Narara Erina Heights • Coach tours • School 10am 4362 7227 Garden Club educational tours • Annual Meet at 10am 3rd Fri Street Stalls • Participation Public Speaking each Month in History Heritage Week Develop confidence by Meetings and garden visits Celebration Margaret Pearce improving your speaking skills. informal and friendly.

4325 2270 Meetings are entertaining and New members welcome educational.

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Coastal Communicators Toastmasters Club 1st and 3rd Sats Avoca Beach Bowling Club 10.15am.

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Blue Gum Flat Toastmasters Mthly meetings 1st and 3rd Mon 7.30-9.30pm Ourimbah RSL 4362 7227 Brisbane Waters Breakfast Toastmasters Club 8:30am-10:30am 2nd and Last Sat each month - The Hive and Library Erina Shopping Centre 0459 240 183 Diggers@The Entrance Toastmasters Convenient daytime meetings 2nd and 4th Mondays 10.30am to 12.30pm 4365 2751 Gosford City Toastmasters 2nd & 4th Thurs, Gosford Bowling Club 7:30 to 9:30pm 4340 1929 emcloon@bigpond.net.au

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RSL Club West Gosford 4th Mon 2pm 4323 7336 Inner Wheel Club of Gosford North Women making a difference with friendship, personal service and international understanding. Social activities combined with fund raising for local, national and international projects.

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Inner Wheel Club of Terrigal Central Coast Share friendship, social Handweavers, Spinners activities as well as fundraising and Textile Arts Guild for local, national and Spinning and weaving, international projects. patchwork and quilting, 2nd Tues, 7pm Terrigal Rotary felting and other fibre and Hall, Duffy Road Terrigal fabric crafts, community 4384 1553 quiting bees - Day and Night terigalinnerwheel@gmail.com Groups 4325 4743 Soroptimist www.centralcoasthsguild.org.au

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Bush poets meet again osford Bush Poets met on Wednesday, September 25, at its usual meeting place of Gosford Hotel for another evening of poetry.

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“Some great original and traditional poetry presented to an appreciative audience,” said president Mr Vic Jefferies.

“Good to see the return of Ken Tough after his lengthy absence overseas and the return of Shirley Rider from her extended sojourn in Canada as well as the Raes who have been holidaying in the Shamrock Isle.

“During the night we heard from our old rapscallion, Jack Dewberry; Peter Rae; Chris Kessey; the

lady with the lovely voice, Jill Nevile; Bob Rider who toured Point Clare while Shirley was touring Canada; Ken Tough; Shirley Rider and newcomer, Jerry Dolan.

“We will do it all again on the last Wednesday night of the month, which will be October 30, and hope to see you come along and join us for a great night of good old fashioned entertainment and fun.”

Vic Jefferies, Gosford Bush Poets

Market Stall Day at Point Clare Market Stall Day will be held at Point Clare Community Hall on Saturday, October 26, from 9am to 3pm.

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All money raised from the day will go toward the upkeep of the hall.

“We are a not for profit organisation and must rely on donations and hire fees to continue our operation for the area,” said Point Clare Community Hall Association secretary Mr Robert Findley.

“The support from locals has been gratefully received

Green Point Baptist Church invites you to a Market Day and Car Boot Sale

especially from the local dancing classes, church groups and the staff that give their time free.”

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isiting Swedish duo, Haga, will perform at the Central Coast Conservatorium on Saturday, October 19, from 7pm.

Haga flautist, Sareidah Hildebrand, and guitarist, Joakim Lundström, are currently focused on classical works that reflect the musical traditions of the countries in which they were composed.

Sareidah Hildebrand has been guest principal and co-principal flutist in the major Swedish orchestras, touring with them worldwide and participating in more than 30 CD recordings and numerous television and radio productions.

Joakim Lundström studied at the Royal Music Conservatory in Stockholm and the Sibelius Academy in Helsinki.

He belongs to a new generation of classical guitarists, who place music in a greater focus with his gentle tone, rich sound, and virtuosic technique.

Joakim is a versatile multi-instrumentalist in many genres and, in addition to classical guitar, plays the mandolin, banjo, and electric guitar.

This has led to his performing with world stars such as Bryn Terfel, Håkan Hardenberger, and Peter Mattei.

A Masterclass will be held at 4pm before the concert which people can participant in for $40 or observe for $10.

Email, 3 Oct 2013 Giuseppe Zangari, Central Coast Conservatorium

Robert Findley, Point Clare Community Hall Association

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Festival of flowers, music and craft in Gosford

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he Anglican Church in Gosford will hold a festival of flowers, music and craft from October 11 to 13.

The festival will see primary school children perform in a choir, band and dancing group on the Friday from 10am to 12pm and a performance from the Musical Society on the Saturday from 11am.

The concert band Tempo

Terrific will perform from 2pm on the Sunday.

Visitors to the festival will be asked to make a donation, craft will be on sale and there will be a cafe.

All money received will be given to the Police and Community Youth Clubs,

an organisation which aims to get young people active in life, works to develop their skills, character and leadership, and reduce crime by and against young people.

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Families sought for NAISDA homestay ustralia’s leading indigenous dance college, NAISDA, is currently holding auditions for the 2014 student intake and the college is appealing to the Central Coast community to express their interest in supporting chosen students during this year of study.

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Next year, NAISDA hope to take in 25 to 30 new students, some of whom will be housed at the college’s Mt Penang Parklands campus.

However, up to 20 students, under 18-yearsold, will require external housing with Central Coast families.

Without this support, these young people will not be able to study at NAISDA. NAISDA general manager Ms Debra Schleger said families willing to host students would be supporting burgeoning indigenous artists and be open to an enriching cultural experience.

“We believe the homestay experience is extremely important to our students’ growth and learning as an artist, and our participating families play a huge part in that,” Debra said.

“Housing NAISDA students can be an extremely rewarding experience as well as a chance to learn about our nation’s rich cultural heritage.”

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require their own room and there is a list of selected criteria that NAISDA Homestay families will need to meet beforehand.

In return, participating families will be provided with payment and offered cultural training programs, as well as ongoing support from NAISDA staff.

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Kincumber Community Festival on again

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his year’s Kincumber community festival, called Celebrate Kincumber, will be held on Saturday, October 19, from 9am to 2:30pm.

More compact than last year’s 10th Anniversary celebrations, the event will feature live entertainment, music, market and healing stalls, business displays, hands-on art and craft activities for all ages, “green” themes, as well as food and coffee.

“Over the years, the event expanded over several sites and became too big for one small festival committee to run,” said Kincumber District Neighbourhood Centre (KDNC) manager Ms Nicole Turner.

“Rather than lose this terrific event which engages and connects the community, and promotes local business and tourism, we asked locallybased professional event organisers, Fixx Events to give us a hand.

“It’ll all happen right here in our backyard, the Kincumber Community Services Area, situated behind Kincumber Shopping Village.”

Headlining the entertainment on the Bracket’s and Jam live stage at Celebrate Kincumber will be Australian singersongwriter Mike McCarthy, who has five albums to his credit and an international touring career.

McCarthy’s music is

described as “dirt blues and open-sea folk”.

It has featured on surf films such as “Stoked and Broke”, “Seaworthy”, “Lines from a Poem” and “Alaska Sessions”.

“Kincumber Mitre 10 helped out by sponsoring

the attractive colour postcard-sized flier, which features a map of the Festival on the reverse side,” Ms Turner added.

Media release, 4 Oct 2013 Nicole Turner, KDNC

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Council to sponsor Academy

Coast lifesavers travel to Japan our competitors from the Central Coast joined lifesavers from six other countries in Japan on Monday, September 16, to compete in a three test series.

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Avoca Surf Life Saving Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lachlan Tame, Terrigal Surf Life Saving Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rachelle King and Tim Schofield competed in the Open Australian Team while Elyssia Gasparotto, also from Terrigal Surf Life Saving Club, competed in the U20 Youth Team.

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Cupâ&#x20AC;?, was also held which saw the Open Australian team finish in second place with the Australian Youth team in fifth place.

Email, 26 Sep 2013 Jenny Schofield, Terrigal Surf Life Saving Club

osford Council has signed a sponsorship agreement with the Central Coast Academy of Sport (CCAS), which will see council contribute $60,000 to the academy over the next four years.

Operating for nine years, the CCAS is a local initiative aimed at providing opportunities for athletes, coaches and administrators to nurture and develop their skills and talent in the sporting arena.

Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna said the benefits of regional sport were well known and have a positive impact on the entire community.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The physical, social and emotional benefits of engaging young people in sport are well documented. â&#x20AC;&#x153;CCAS provides avenues for young people to participate in sporting opportunities which may otherwise not exist at a local level. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The advantages of this include families not having to travel outside of our region for training, local

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Gosford Council general manager Mr Paul Anderson said the aims of CCAS aligned with several of councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own programs and objectives. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gosford Council is committed to creating sporting and cultural outlets for young people here on the Coast to help foster and promote the depth of local talent here in our region. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own Developing and Recognising Talent (DART) program provides financial assistance to Gosford City residents who have been selected to participate in a recognised sporting or cultural events. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Established in April this year, our DART program has already contributed over $35,000 in sponsorship to help young people realise their potential. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The CCAS has a similar philosophy to Gosford Council in seeking to provide greater opportunities to young people on the Coast and we are extremely proud to be able to partner with them to achieve these aims,â&#x20AC;? Mr Anderson said.

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Sports representatives receive funding

Carey succeeds at the Australian Natural Physique Championships esident personal trainer at Snap Fitness Gosford, Carey Greentree competed in the INBA Australian Natural Physique Championships held in Melbourne on Sunday, October 6, and took out second place in the Mr Australia Master 60 to 69 years event.

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Carey, who won the Mr Australia competition last year, competed against fellow titleholders including Mr World and Mr Olympia and placed second to Robert Walkley.

“The competition was really hard,” said Carey.

“We’ve all gone to and fro, I’ve beaten them and they’ve beaten me.”

As part of the judging, contestants had to undergo a symmetry and muscularity round.

“We all go on stage and then we are asked to turn around and check our symmetry out in four poses and then we’re judged on our muscularity,” said Carey.

As part of his preparation in the lead up to competitive bodybuilding events, Carey, who has been competing for over 15 years, said that he undertakes extreme dieting and has trained six days a week.

“I train Monday to Friday and on Sunday I might work on my weak body parts,” he said.

“I survive on chicken, broccoli, fish, asparagus, rice, sweet potato and oats.

“And you have to drink a lot of water.

“I probably have up to six to eight litres of water a day.

“I maintain that kind of diet for at least two months.

“I diet slowly because the whole idea is to retain muscle,” he said.

Carey said the lead up to

bodybuilding competitions was not only mentally taxing, but also put strain on his personal relationships.

“You can get a little bit gnarly and a little bit vague because you’re carbohydrate depleted so your brain doesn’t function the way it usually would and you can be a little bit short.

“When people are dieting, they are really hard to put up with.

“I’m good compared to some others.

“I know people whose wives want to divorce them because they get really nasty.

“But hey when they win it’s a different story.”

Carey has won over 100 bodybuilding trophies and said he was probably the longest competing body builder in Australia, having been competing for over 15 years.

“I work long hours but I enjoy what I do,” said Carey.

“It’s my sport; it’s probably the hardest sport you can do.

“You have a lot of pressure on you and you have to get your body fat in the single digits.

“I’m down to about 3-4% body fat at the moment.

“I have been as low as 3.5% but I look like a refugee with muscle,” said Carey.

Carey’s next competitive bodybuilding competition will be in America on November 8.

“It’s one of the most prestigious events in the world.

“I’ve never been in this one before and it will be a holiday for me too,” said Carey.

Carey has undergone a multitude of personal training, nutrition and corrective exercise courses.

Kaitlin Watts, 8 Oct 2013

Alister Trendell (front) and John Domandl (back).

s part of Gosford Council’s Developing and Recognising Talent (DART) Program, five sporting teams and three Gosford City residents have received a total of $7,500 in sponsorship to participate at both national and international sporting events.

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Robert Stott of Matcham received $500 to represent NSW at the Australian All Schools Swimming Competition held in Adelaide from September 8 to 14.

Robert trains eight times a week and placed first and second at a number of qualification trials to make the team.

Saratoga resident Alister Trendell was awarded $1,000 to represent Australia at the Para-triathlon World Championships held in London from September 11 to 15.

Alister competed as the guide for visually impaired athlete John Domandl.

E x c e p t i o n a l performances resulted in Alister and John placing

11th at the championships.

Green Point resident Matthew Baker was awarded $1,000 to take part in the Australian Junior Triathlon European Tour at the World Championships held in London on September 14.

Matthew qualified for the team after his performance in the Australian Junior Series which included four races held in NSW, Queensland, South Australia and New Zealand.

A 20 person strong contingency was awarded a total of $5,000 to represent Australia in the TransTasman Oztag Series held in Auckland from the September 27 to 29.

The members made up part of five teams in total

ranging from women’s and men’s U16s right through to the senior tournament.

The DART sponsorship program supports residents of the Gosford Local Government Area to represent the city in sporting and cultural pursuits.

DART offers funding for individuals and teams attending sporting and cultural events where selection is merit based and of regional or greater significance.

In return for sponsorship, the recipients promote the Central Coast in the local, interstate and international arenas.

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Woy Woy Oval wins either way

Academy signs five year sponsorship deal Ian Robilliard, Central Coast Academy of Sport

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he University of Newcastle has announced a significant c o m m u n i t y partnership with the Central Coast Academy of Sport (CCAS), signing a fiveyear sponsorship agreement.

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he Woy Woy oval r e d eve l o p m e n t will proceed with Federal funding of $3.5 million promised by both Labor and Liberal candidates.

Minister for Sport Senator Don Farrell and Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill have announced $3.5 million in federal funding for the redevelopment of Woy Woy Oval.

“Federal Labor has a strong commitment to community sport and the Woy Woy Oval is an important piece of community infrastructure,” said Minister Farrell.

“This funding is recognition of the great

community support that the Member for Robertson Deb O’Neill has garnered in her work with members of Woy Woy’s local rugby clubs.”

Ms O’Neill has been working for over a year with representatives of Country Rugby League and local rugby union clubs who share the use of the oval towards receiving a funding commitment.

“I’ve had more than 2000 Coasties sign my petition to show the Federal Government just how important this piece of infrastructure is for the Peninsula.

Meanwhile, Liberal candidate for Robertson Lucy Wicks announced a $3.5 million funding

commitment to the redevelopment of the Woy Woy Oval grandstand.

“I am very pleased to be able to announce that a Coalition government would provide this vital funding for Woy Woy Oval, which is in desperate need of redevelopment and renewal,” said Ms Wicks.

“I have listened to the Woy Woy community and fought hard for this funding.

“The progressive redevelopment will see the oval capable of accommodating large numbers of spectators.

“This will be fantastic for the local community and surrounding areas.”

The funding for Woy Woy Oval is part of the Coalition’s

Growth Plan for the Central Coast, which Ms Wicks said would strengthen the local economy with more jobs, more investment and better services.

“Redeveloping and renewing the Woy Woy Oval will provide much needed investment in community and sporting infrastructure on the Central Coast.

“The redeveloped oval will be a civic centerpiece of Woy Woy and contribute to job creation in the area,” said Ms Wicks.

Media release, 29 Aug 2013 Richard Mehrtens, office of Deborah O’Neill MP Media release, 28 Aug 2013 Mary Doherty, Office of Lucy Wicks

The announcement, which was made on Thursday, August 22, will see significant cash, in-kind support and direct support to athletes through an athlete scholarship program.

The many elements of the agreement will allow the CCAS to operate at a level not previously enjoyed by the organisation.

CCAS founder and managing director Mr Ian Robilliard said the new five-year agreement would mark a milestone in the Academy’s development.

“The partnership with the University is important to the Academy on a number of fronts,” Mr Robilliard said.

“Financial support allows the Academy access to $30,000 in direct funding.

“The University also brings world-class support to our sporting programs through the use of the Exercise and Sports Science (ESS) facility at the Ourimbah campus.

“The ESS facility provides elements to our training programs that set the Academy apart in what we are able to provide our athletes, coaches and support staff.

“This agreement is

ground breaking, and to say I’m delighted is an understatement, it sets the organisation up for years to come.

“I would like to thank Professor Andrew Parfitt, Deputy Vice-Chancellor – Academic, and Professor Bill Hogarth, Pro-Vice Chancellor – Science and Information Technology, for their genuine interest in the work the Academy does, and in their support of building capacity within the Central Coast as a region.

“Both Andrew and Bill have been instrumental in the support provided to the CCAS and we are indebted to them for this ground breaking announcement.”

Deputy Vice-Chancellor – Academic Professor Andrew Parfitt said the University was proud of its long standing relationship with the Academy.

“The University of Newcastle is a world-class university and nowhere is that more important than in our own community,” Professor Parfitt said.

“We are pleased to support the sporting excellence being fostered at the Academy.

“Our relationship with the Academy fosters our shared priorities around innovative sports education, training and research, and brings significant collaborative opportunities for our students and researchers to engage in athlete testing, reporting, research and Work Integrated Learning placements.”

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he first grade grand final of the Central Coast Rugby Union competition saw Avoca Beach defeat Terrigal at Woy Woy Oval by 22 points to 10.

In a match played before a record crowd, the winner was only decided late in the game.

In typical grand final rugby, both teams gave it their all in a spirited and totally committed performance.

There was nothing between the two teams in the first 40 minutes.

Both teams had lengthy periods of attack but it was the defence of both teams that was the feature of the opening stanza.

Whenever one of the teams went on the attack it was the great defence of the other, especially from their respective backlines, that nullified any of these attacking raids.

The first half developed into a concerted arm wrestle.

Possession was maintained for long periods but the teams just could not penetrate.

There were a couple of missed penalty goal attempts and the scoreboard did not move in the first half.

At halftime both teams were locked at nil all and the match was up for grabs.

Both teams had several good performers in the first half.

Terrigal were best served by lock Phil Heard, fullback Rob Richardson and centre Mitch Hirst.

The best players for Avoca Beach were lock Peter Steele, halfback Julian Bacigalupo, and flanker Sam Fortey.

Even though there were

no points scored in the first half, the opening 40 minutes was not without excitement as both teams went close to scoring on several occasions.

Both teams did not take a close range shot at penalty goal in the first half and either decided to take the tap or the scrum option.

Terrigal took a scrum close to the line rather than a penalty but the resulting play broke down with no result.

Later in the half Avoca Beach took a quick tap right in front of the posts but saw the resulting backline line play held up over the line.

Both teams went into the halftime huddle with high expectations, however, the second half continued much in the same vein.

Both teams had periods of attack with no result, and the play was an even affair, however as the second half opened up, if anything, Avoca Beach gained a little more control.

They opened the scoring

with a penalty goal in the seventh minute to take the lead in the grand final by three points to nil.

Terrigal were quick to reply and, within three minutes, had squared the score at 3-3 with their own penalty goal.

Avoca Beach then took a huge piece of the ascendancy when, three minutes later in the 10th minute, they crossed for the first try of the match.

Their captain and lock Peter Steele crashed over close to the line after a strong maul.

The conversion of this try had taken Avoca Beach to a handy 10 points to three lead early in the second half.

The game then became a real battle in the forwards.

Terrigal knew they almost had to score next to get back into the game, while Avoca Beach knew that seven points was not enough to lead by at this stage.

Avoca Beach prop Luke Sheridan made two

successive runs which put his team on the go forward.

At the 21st minute Avoca Beach scored their second try.

A break down the sideline saw winger Matt Anderson cross in the corner for an unconverted try and Avoca Beach had jumped to a lead of 15 points to three.

This remained the score for the next quarter of an hour.

In those 15 minutes both teams tried everything.

Just as time was getting away, Terrigal made a late surge and, in the 36th minute, their lock Phil Heard crossed for a try after a strong run.

The conversion of this try

by Rob Richardson made the score 15-10 and the match was on in the final few minutes remaining.

But in typical Premiership winning form, Avoca Beach responded quickly.

Within two minutes they crossed for the match winning try.

Halfback Julian Bacigalupo capped off a great game by crossing for the try and the conversion

by Matt Maloney took Avoca Beach to a 22-10 lead and to the First Grade Premiership.

As Avoca Beach captain Peter Steele said in his premiership acceptance speech, it was their “toughest game of the season by far”.

Avoca Beach had won their ninth premiership in the last 11 years, and their second on the trot.

Terrigal will take a lot out of the match, and although disappointed, they know they will be a force in Central Coast rugby in the years to come.

In the second grade grand final, Avoca Beach defeated Terrigal by 32 points to 29.

In what proved an exciting and close grand final, the match was won after the fulltime hooter.

Terrigal led by 29 points to 25 at the hooter but a try by Avoca Beach after fulltime secured them the premiership in this grade The score changed continually throughout the match and both teams knew they could win it.

Terrigal scored five tries to four so the close loss was even more upsetting.

Avoca Beach half back Mitch Ward directed play well throughout, while Terrigal’s number eight Sam Kearney made many strong runs.

The third grade grand final saw Terrigal defeat Northlakes by 27 points to 19.

Terrigal got away to a good lead and early in the second half led by 27-7, and it seemed it was all over bar the shouting.

But Northlakes made a real contest of it late in the match with two tries to get within eight points of Terrigal.

Both teams scored three tries each but Terrigal always appeared to be in control.

The win saw the Terrigal third grade team go through the season undefeated.

The U19 grand final was a hard fought and close contest throughout.

Terrigal won the match by the single point, defeating The Entrance by 6-5.

The Entrance scored the only try in the match in the first half and went to the halftime break leading by 5-3 It was typically dour grand final rugby with neither team able to make the break on the scoreboard.

Terrigal fullback Alex Herridge kicked the only points of the second half, with his second penalty goal, and this took them to the U19 premiership.

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wo sailors hailing from the Central Coast were among the Oracle Team USA crew who recently took out sailing’s biggest trophy, the 34th America’s Cup.

Tom Slingsby and Darren Bundock both grew up on the Central Coast, where

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Their sailing careers recently hit another highlight when their crew, Oracle Team USA, managed to create what has been labelled one of the greatest comebacks in the history of sport, when they defeated their challenger Emirates Team New Zealand by 44 seconds in the final of 17

America’s Cup races.

Tom Slingsby joined Oracle Team USA in October 2011 as a tactician and currently serves as strategist onboard with the race crew.

His sailing career has skyrocketed in the past 12 years with six world championships under his belt, as well as winning the 2012 Australian Institute of

Sport Co-Athlete of the Year.

Slingsby also won gold in the Laser class at the 2012 Olympic Games.

Gosford-born Darren Bundock started sailing at the age of eight and joined Oracle Team USA in 2011 as a coach and helmsman.

His sailing career has seen him win two Olympic medals in the Tornado catamaran class, 14

world championships, five European championships and four Australian Male Sailor of the Year awards.

Oracle Team USA is made up of 24 members from various international countries, eight of whom are Australian and seven who come from New Zealand.

Surprisingly, only two

crew members on the Oracle Team USA crew were from the United States.

Other Australian crew members include captain James Spithill, Will McCarthy, Sam Newton, Joe Newton, and Kyle Langford, the youngest sailor of the crew who grew up in Lake Macquarie.

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wo sailors hailing from the Central Coast were among the Oracle Team USA crew who recently took out sailing’s biggest trophy, the 34th America’s Cup.

Tom Slingsby and Darren Bundock both grew up on the Central Coast, where their passion for sailing began.

Their sailing careers recently hit another highlight when their crew, Oracle Team USA, managed to create what has been labeled one of the greatest comebacks in the history of sport, when they defeated their challenger Emirates Team New Zealand by 44 seconds in the America’s Cup race.

Tom Slingsby joined Oracle Team USA in October 2011 as a tactician and currently serves as strategist onboard with the race crew.

His sailing career has skyrocketed in the past 12 years with six world championships under his belt, as well as winning the 2012 Australian Institute of Sport Co-Athlete of the Year.

Slingsby also won gold in the Laser class at the 2012

Life savers bring home gold ive Central Coast life savers competed in the Royal Life Saving Commonwealth Championships held in Canberra from Wednesday, September 4, to Sunday, September 8, and between them brought home five gold medals, two silver and four bronze.

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Tim Schofield of Narara, Keelan Bridge of Mount Elliott, Elyssia Gasparotto of Terrigal, Tom Simpson of Tumbi Umbi and Daniel Smith of North Entrance, who all attend the Hills Life Saving Club in Castle Hill, competed against teams from Australia, Canada, England, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, Scotland, Singapore, South Africa and Wales.

The Australian teams consisted of the Aussie Barras with locals Keelan Bridge and Tim Schofield, Silver Barras with Tom Simpson and Elyssia Gasparotto and the Junior Barras with Daniel Smith.

The Commonwealth Championships began with a civic ceremony held at the old Parliament House followed by three days of

racing at the Institute of Sport.

As part of the Australian Open Team Aussie Barras, Keelan placed second in the 200m obstacles, first in the four by 25m obstacle relay with a Commonwealth Championships Record and first in the 50m medley relay, again with a Commonwealth Championship Record.

Tim placed first in the 200m obstacle, first in the four by 25m obstacle relay along with Keelan, second in the 12m line throw, first in the 50m manikin carry with an Australian and Commonwealth record, second in the SERC, first in the four by 50m medley relay with an Australian and Commonwealth record and first in the 100m rescue medley, again with an Australian and

Commonwealth record.

Tim was also named runner up Male Athlete of the Meet.

In the Silver Barras Australian Development Team, Tom placed third in the 200m obstacles, first in the 200m obstacle relay, third in the 200m superlifesaver, first in the four by 25m manikin carry relay, first in the 100m rescue medley and first in the four by 50m medley relay.

Elyssia placed second in the 200m obstacles, first in the four by 25m manikin carry relay , first in the 100m rescue medley and first in the four by 50m medley relay.

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Gosford-born Darren Bundock started sailing at the age of eight and joined Oracle Team USA in 2011 as a coach and helmsman.

His sailing career has seen him win two Olympic medals in the Tornado catamaran class, 14 world championships, five European championships and four Australian Male Sailor of the Year awards.

Oracle Team USA is made up of 24 members from various international countries, eight of whom are Australian and seven who come from New Zealand.

Surprisingly, only two crew members on the Oracle Team USA crew were from the United States.

Other Australian crew members include James Spithill, Will McCarthy, Sam Newton, Joe Newton, and Kyle Langford, the youngest sailor of the crew who grew up in Lake Macquarie.

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Grand final re-match is Mariners’ first home game he Central Coast Mariners’ Hyundai A-League Championship defence will get underway with a blockbuster encounter against Western Sydney Wanderers at Gosford’s Bluetongue Stadium on Saturday, October 12.

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The second match of the opening round of the keenly anticipated season will see the two teams from April’s Grand Final won by the Mariners up against each other once again as Graham Arnold’s charges and Tony Popovic’s men aim to get their respective campaigns off to the best possible start.

As of 4pm on Monday October 7, 1,500 tickets remained for the clash with the ‘sold out’ sign anticipated to go up prior to kick-off at 5:30pm.

Central Coast Mariners will be without New Zealand international midfielder Michael McGlinchey for the contest, with the crafty Kiwi in North and Central America on All Whites duty over the coming week.

New Zealand play

Trinidad and Tobago in an international friendly in Port of Spain on Tuesday, October 15.

Last season’s Hyundai A-League Golden Boot winner, Daniel McBreen, is also unavailable for the first three rounds of the competition while he completes his loan spell with Shanghai SIPG of the Chinese Super League.

While the absence of McGlinchey and McBreen is far from ideal for the reigning Hyundai A-League Champions, the match may mark the debuts of a number of new recruits eager to impress the Club’s record member numbers.

Argentine ace Marcos Flores is set to play his first game in Gosford for the Club, while Dutch defender

Marcel Seip is vying for a starting berth at centre back alongside either Trent Sainsbury or Zac Anderson.

New Zealand youth international Storm Roux may also feature against Wanderers, while Arnold has a tough decision to make later this week regarding whether Justin Pasfield or recently signed custodian Liam Reddy will stand inbetween the sticks for the yellow and navy against Western Sydney.

Fan favourite Matt Simon will also be welcomed back to Bluetongue Stadium on Saturday following his stint in Korea Republic with Chunnam Dragons.

Media release, 7 Oct 2013 Central Coast Mariners Media