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NSW Premier opens one-stop shop in Gosford SW Premier Mr Barry O’Farrell officially opened the first Central Coast branch of the state government’s new one-stop shop service centres in Gosford on Friday, November 15.

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Mr O’Farrell was joined at the Gosford Service NSW centre by minister for the Central Coast and member for Terrigal Mr Chris Hartcher, member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein and member for The Entrance Mr Chris Spence.

“We’re delivering on a key election promise to make government transactions easier to carry out for residents and businesses,” Mr O’Farrell said.

“Customers can use Service NSW to register their vehicles or apply for boat and fishing licences, owner builder permits, and birth and marriage certificates.

“The 11 service centres

we’ve opened since July have served more than 100,000 customers, with another 100,000 people calling the 24/7 phone line and 300,000 people visiting the website.

“Customer satisfaction across the board is at an impressive 98% and waiting times have been reduced.

“For instance, customers at the Kiama outlet are now waiting less than three minutes to be served, while at Haymarket the time is about five minutes.

“These are great results that show the NSW government has listened to demand from the community for an easier way to carry out government transactions.”

Gosford service centre had already served more than 4,500 Central Coast residents and business owners since doors opened three weeks ago.

Mr Spence said customers were responding well to the one-stop shop design, extended hours, the ability to make appointments and the professional staff.

Gosford deputy mayor Cr Bob Ward also said council was thrilled with the development of the onestop shop concept.

“It fits in perfectly with our plans for a more vibrant Gosford CBD,” Cr Ward said.

NSW Premier Mr Barry O’Farrell, Gosford deputy mayor Cr Bob Ward, Gosford Service Centre manager Ms Anna Grono, member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein

Mr Hartcher said more services have been added to the 800 transactions on offer.

“Customers can now make Housing NSW payments and apply for Seniors Cards, and will

soon be able to pay fines through Service NSW outlets.”

Mr Holstein said the

Media release, 15 Nov 2013 Olivia Suzanski, Office of Barry O’Farrell MP Lindsey Chu, 15 Nov 2013 Interviewee: Cr Bob Ward

Attorney-General opens new Gosford Legal Aid office r Smith and Mr Holstein met with staff, members of the legal profession on the Central Coast and community representatives to view the new office space supporting the busy and growing practice.

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Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein with NSW Attorney-General Mr Greg Smith

Mr Smith said the office caters for the entire Central Coast region and provides assistance in criminal law, family law, child support, care and protection, and civil law matters.

“Legal Aid also provides outreach advice services for hard to reach communities like homeless people in San Remo, The Entrance and Woy Woy,” Mr Smith said.

Mr Holstein also said the new office was important

to meet the needs of the growing population on the Central Coast and its increasing demand for free legal services.

“It is a state of the art facility combined with competent and caring legal staff,” Mr Holstein said.

Over the past three years, the Gosford Legal Aid office has seen an increase in legal advice given by 44%, a tripling of minor assistance cases and a 25% increase

in the number of duty lawyer services.

“Today we have 25 staff and have consolidated the depth of our legal expertise in areas like employment law, child support, debt, housing and social security – issues that really impact on people’s everyday lives,” solicitor in charge Ms Karen Wilson said.

Gosford staff have worked hard to build strong relationships with local

Aboriginal communities and a range of organisations that provide legal and social support to disadvantaged people on the Central Coast.

Lawyers also provide services to homeless people in Woy Woy and are part of the Cooperative Legal Service Delivery Program, which aims to improve access to justice for disadvantaged people in regional areas.

Media release, 6 Nov 2013 Office of Chris Holstein MP

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Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein has announced an additional $1 million in funding for public schools on the Peninsula, as a result of the Gonski agreement.

The Patonga Beach Progress Association will hold a dinner on Saturday, November 16, at the Everglades Country Club to raise funds to pay for expert advice on the Patonga draft plan of management.

The draft plan, which was placed on public exhibition in March this year, covers Crown land in Patonga Caravan and Camping Area, Patonga Village and the Dark Corner Cottages.

It aims to balance environmental conservation with the tourism benefits the area creates.

Due to the number of submissions received on the proposed plan, Crown Lands established a working committee comprising two members of Gosford Council, two representatives from Crown Lands, two members of the Patonga Beach Progress Association and two community representatives.

Patonga Beach Progress Association secretary Ms Judy Singer said the working committee has so far held three meetings

where the association had attempted to negotiate a better plan of management.

Ms Singer said the most recent meeting, held in October, saw discussion focus on the caravan park and tennis courts.

“We feel the proposal is causing our community to have to try and choose between competing problems,” Ms Singer said.

“Some residents only have water access to their properties.

“They have parked on the foreshore reserve for the last 50 years.

“The proposal that Crown Lands has put to us will mean that they will no longer be able to park there.

“There is no legal right to park in this spot but that has been the accepted arrangement for many years.

“The alternative we have been given is that the tennis courts we have will be bulldozed and turned into a car park.

“The waste facilities from the caravan park will also be moved to the tennis courts.

“We see this as a divisive tactic.

“It all revolves around competing users for the caravan park.

“The plan of management when it was first published had a proposal to relocate the tennis court.

“This was not a financial promise.

“It was only words on paper.

“We are concerned we will lose the tennis courts.”

Ms Singer said this would be devastating for the number of older community members who meet for a game of tennis once a week.

Under the arrangement with Crown Lands, the working committee will meet again in November, December and January before a decision is made.

Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein said he was looking forward to the result of these meetings.

“I welcome the further consultation on the plan given the large numbers of concerns I have received from the community,” Mr Holstein said.

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The funding is to be delivered through the NSW Government’s Resource Allocation Model which allocates funds based on the characteristics of individual schools and their students.

“In 2014, this includes almost $1 million in additional funding for six schools on the Peninsula and almost $1.4 million electorate wide in total across 21 public schools; bringing the total planned socioeconomic and Aboriginal allocation to nearly $2.3 million.”

The Peninsula schools are

Brisbane Water Secondary College, Umina Public School, Pretty Beach Public School, Ettalong Public School, Woy Woy Public School and Woy Woy South Public School.

Mr Holstein said the funding model gave local principals and school communities a much greater say in how their funding was spent from next year, giving students greater opportunity to succeed.

“I welcome the autonomy the RAM is giving principals and school staff, as well as the additional funding marked for schools in the Gosford electorate,” he said.

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NSW Premier opens one-stop shop in Gosford

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SW Premier Mr Barry O’Farrell officially opened the first Central Coast branch of the state government’s new one-stop shop service centres in Gosford on Friday, November 15.

Mr O’Farrell was joined at the Gosford Service NSW centre by minister for the Central Coast and member for Terrigal Mr Chris Hartcher, member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein and member for The Entrance Mr Chris Spence.

“We’re delivering on a key election promise to make government transactions easier to carry out for residents and businesses,” Mr O’Farrell said.

“Customers can use Service NSW to register their vehicles or apply for boat and fishing licences, owner builder permits, and birth and marriage certificates.

“The 11 service centres

we’ve opened since July have served more than 100,000 customers, with another 100,000 people calling the 24/7 phone line and 300,000 people visiting the website.

“Customer satisfaction across the board is at an impressive 98% and waiting times have been reduced.

“For instance, customers at the Kiama outlet are now waiting less than three minutes to be served, while at Haymarket the time is about five minutes.

“These are great results that show the NSW government has listened to demand from the community for an easier way to carry out government transactions.”

Gosford service centre had already served more than 4,500 Central Coast residents and business owners since doors opened three weeks ago.

Mr Spence said customers were responding well to the one-stop shop design, extended hours, the ability to make appointments and the professional staff.

Gosford deputy mayor Cr Bob Ward also said council was thrilled with the development of the onestop shop concept.

“It fits in perfectly with our plans for a more vibrant Gosford CBD,” Cr Ward said.

NSW Premier Mr Barry O’Farrell, Gosford deputy mayor Cr Bob Ward, Gosford Service Centre manager Ms Anna Grono, member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein

Mr Hartcher said more services have been added to the 800 transactions on offer.

“Customers can now make Housing NSW payments and apply for Seniors Cards, and will

soon be able to pay fines through Service NSW outlets.”

Mr Holstein said the

Media release, 15 Nov 2013 Olivia Suzanski, Office of Barry O’Farrell MP Lindsey Chu, 15 Nov 2013 Interviewee: Cr Bob Ward

Attorney-General opens new Gosford Legal Aid office

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r Smith and Mr Holstein met with staff, members of the legal profession on the Central Coast and community representatives to view the new office space supporting the busy and growing practice.

Ferry changes will allow trips to Ettalong Residents of Wagstaffe will be able to use the Palm Beach Ferry to make day trips to Ettalong, if timetable changes are approved by Transport NSW The timetable changes would see the ferry stop at Wagstaffe and Ettalong in the reverse ordere for the 12pm and 4pm trips from Palm Beach to Wagstaffe.

This would mean those two trips would call into Ettalong before arriving at Wagstaffe, so that passengers wanting to go to Ettalong for the day are able travel both ways by ferry.

Similarly, people from the Ettalong community would be able to visit the Bouddi Peninsula by ferry.

Ms Peta Colebatch, from the Wagstaffe to Killcare Community Association, said the association was pleased the change was finally being made.

Ms Colebatch said the new timetable was likely to come into force later in December after the change had been approved by Transport NSW. Newsletter, 1 Nov 2013 Peta Colebatch, WagstaffeKillcare Community Association

Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein with NSW Attorney-General Mr Greg Smith

Mr Smith said the office caters for the entire Central Coast region and provides assistance in criminal law, family law, child support, care and protection, and civil law matters.

“Legal Aid also provides outreach advice services for hard to reach communities like homeless people in San Remo, The Entrance and Woy Woy,” Mr Smith said.

Mr Holstein also said the new office was important

to meet the needs of the growing population on the Central Coast and its increasing demand for free legal services.

“It is a state of the art facility combined with competent and caring legal staff,” Mr Holstein said.

Over the past three years, the Gosford Legal Aid office has seen an increase in legal advice given by 44%, a tripling of minor assistance cases and a 25% increase

in the number of duty lawyer services.

“Today we have 25 staff and have consolidated the depth of our legal expertise in areas like employment law, child support, debt, housing and social security – issues that really impact on people’s everyday lives,” solicitor in charge Ms Karen Wilson said.

Gosford staff have worked hard to build strong relationships with local

Aboriginal communities and a range of organisations that provide legal and social support to disadvantaged people on the Central Coast.

Lawyers also provide services to homeless people in Woy Woy and are part of the Cooperative Legal Service Delivery Program, which aims to improve access to justice for disadvantaged people in regional areas.

Media release, 6 Nov 2013 Office of Chris Holstein MP

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Long Jetty Village Centre Improvement Masterplan formally adopted fter extensive community consultation, Wyong Council formally adopted the Long Jetty Village Centre Improvement Masterplan on Wednesday, October 23.

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The Masterplan will see the implementation of practical and affordable improvements which will build on the natural strengths of the area.

These strengths include the proximity of the Long Jetty Village to Tuggerah Lakes; existing parks and playgrounds; and good transport links.

Part of The Entrance Peninsula Planning Strategy adopted in April 2009, the Long Jetty Village Masterplan also improves public spaces in the area, with upgrades to Saltwater Creek Park and Lions Park; embellishment of existing jetties; plans for a water play park

be done and I’m very excited about what the future holds for this village precinct, particularly when the main street and jetties are done up,” Cr Eaton said.

C o m m u n i t y participation was a vital aspect of the development of the Masterplan, with forums, stakeholder working group meetings, surveys, postcard drop offs to business owners, and presentations to relevant community and business groups taking place.

The plan focuses on practical, affordable projects which are able to be maintained.

It will also focus on public and private urban domain improvements designed to enhance the quality of physical assets surrounding the at Watkins Jetty; and of council and local seen new banners go said. identification of four residents and businesses up along the Central “Now this plan will foreshore area. ‘activity hubs’. sitting down and coming Coast Highway and guide council’s own Wyong mayor Cr up with practical other streetscape spending in line with the Wyong Council Agenda, 4.1 23 Oct 2013 Doug Eaton said this solutions together. improvements suggested community’s vision. was a great example “We’ve already by residents,” Cr Eaton “This is how it should

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Central Coast Special Olympics to compete in Asia Pacific Games

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Norah Head Lighthouse turns 110

ourteen athletes from Special Olympics Central Coast will compete in the inaugural Asia Pacific Games from Sunday, December 1, until Saturday, December 7.

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The games will be held in Newcastle and will host athletes from 32 countries.

Ashley Emerson of

Wyoming and Mitchell Carlin of Tuggerah will contest the aquatics competition and Somersby’s Sandy Caruana will compete in bocce.

Alexander Shepherd of Horsfield Bay and Carley Chapman of Umina have been selected as part of the athletics squad and Niagara Park’s Peter Secomb and Matcham’s Robert Stott will form part of the cricket team.

In football, Central Coast

players include Michael Bird of Kincumber, Brad Perrin of Berkeley Vale, Jordan Cabrita of Woongarrah and Matt Schofield of Avoca Beach.

The ten pin bowling division will be contested

by Vicki Bailey of Berkeley Vale, Tamara Chapple of Killarney Vale and Martin Reidy of Wadalba.

Josh Mantello man of the match Matt Lavin, Wyong Rugby League Club Group

yong Rugby League Club junior and Newcastle Knights player Josh Mantello starred for Italy in the Azzurri’s first victory against Wales in a Rugby League World Cup match on Sunday, October 27.

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he Norah Head Lighthouse will run special tours in November as part of its 110th birthday celebrations.

Currently listed on the NSW State Heritage Inventory Register, the Norah Head Lighthouse was the last colonial built lighthouse in NSW and was completed in 1903.

It is a fully functioning lighthouse and a recognisable beacon to all

shipping vessels along the coast.

The Norah Head Lighthouse won gold in this year’s QantasLink Hunter and Central Coast Awards for Excellence in Tourism and is a finalist in the NSW Tourism Awards.

The four special tours will include the World War II memorial, a history update on the site itself, shipwrecks, pioneers and whale migration.

They will also discuss flora and fauna in the

area; the heritage signal and semaphore flags and flag locker; and Aborigines of the area.

The tours will be held on Friday, November 15, and Saturday, November 16.

Tours will be at 10am and 1pm on these days and will run for approximately one and a half hours.

The maximum number of people on each tour will be limited to 16, with children under five unable to join.

Central Coast to hold climate action rallies David Pocock, Get Up

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n Sunday, N o v e m b e r 17, Central Coast residents will join tens of thousands of Australians rallying for stronger action on climate change.

An event will be held at the Anglican Parish of Gosford from 9am, where Father Rod Bower will speak on climate action.

The Gosford rally will also feature a children’s programme on climate

awareness, a sausage sizzle and the opportunity to sign a petition to support climate change action.

At 11am, Hunter Park, Avoca Beach, will host a We Want Climate Action picnic.

This event aims to demonstrate to politicians that the community is able to save the natural environment.

A picnic will also be held at The Entrance from midday, with the rally set

to gain momentum at approximately 1pm.

It will be then that participants will have the opportunity to sign the petition and voice support for climate change action.

Those attending

any of these events are encouraged to wear bright red, orange or yellow colours, and bring signs with their message about saving the planet.

Central Coast Grandstand wishes all the Athletes good luck in the Asia Pacific Games

Many late tackle kick options were sent flying to Mantello’s side of the field where, in one case, he leapt over the opposition to secure the ball.

Mantello was awarded man of the match and finished with a try, a try assist, four goals, two

tackles and a 67 metre run.

Wales put up a tough fight but in the end were no match for the Italians, who won 32 – 16.

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The game was the opening match of Group C of the World Cup and was played before a crowd of 45,052 at Millennium Stadium, Cardiff.

Mantello took the field with well-known NRL and VB NSW Cup players including Anthony Minichello, Aiden Guerra, Mark Minichello, James Tedesco, Chris Centrone and Cameron Ciraldo.

He made an impressive effort in the game, kicking two of his trademark sideline conversions and one penalty goal.

Team coach Carlo Napolitano identified Mantello had a clear advantage due to his height ht and jumping ability.

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Lisarow worship place has conditions of consent strengthened

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osford Council has approved a number of changes to the conditions for consent for a place of public worship at MacDonalds Rd, Lisarow.

These changes aim to take into consideration the concerns of neighbouring residents and seek to retain the rural character of the area.

Stage one of the development has been amended to read “proposed road works, earthworks, temporary site construction fencing, concrete floor slab, associated services and internal landscaping of Lot 2 DP 3334 and Lot 31 DP 1175890”.

The latter lot is the residue of the former lot and is being subject to the registration of a plan of road widening.

A further amendment to the conditions for consent is that the provision of landscaping within Lot 2 DP3334 and Lot 3 DP 3334 is to be in accordance with the landscape plans and landscape design report earlier prepared.

It is also to include the use of super advanced species in stage one of the

development.

The perimeter landscaping along the western side of the driveway access and along the northern edge of the car park is to be completed prior to stage one of the project, with all other landscaping to be completed prior to an occupation certificate for stage two.

An amendment to condition 8.10 has been approved to ensure the development complies with the rural character of the area by stipulating that the perimeter fencing of the development type must be rural type fencing.

Council has further resolved to include two new conditions into its development consent.

Under condition 2.7, all public stormwater and watercourse work to be carried out must be approved by council and engineering plans for the work must be prepared and designed by a suitably

qualified professional.

Condition 2.8 governs the design of specific engineering works within private property.

These works include driveways, car parking areas, stormwater detention system, nutrient/ pollution control measures and internal drainage.

Cr Jeff Strickson said the issue, which had gone on over two councils, saw the residents and developers make concessions.

He said middle ground had been reached between the applicant and the local community.

However, Cr Hillary Morris said residents still did not want the development there.

“I think the residents of Lisarow are more resigned to the development than happy it will be there,” Cr Morris said.

Gosford Council Agenda ENV.63, 5 Nov 2013 Lindsey Chu, 5 Nov 2013 A public place of worship is to be erected here

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t Edward’s College Gosford captain Lachlan Walter has won the Order of Australia Commendation Medal, which is the highest recognition a school student can achieve.

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The Order of Australia Commendation Medal is given to students who have demonstrated excellence to social justice, service and leadership.

It is given by the Governor of NSW Marie Bashir to 20 young people in NSW each year.

Lachlan has received the award for his commitment to reconciliation with Aboriginal people through the Freedom Rides to Walgett and other remote regions.

He has also been involved with local organisation Coast Shelter and participated in homeless sleep outs and the Donnison St restaurant.

Lachlan has supported Lachlan Walter

Father Chris Riley’s Youth Off the Streets program at Macquarie Fields and given regular blood donations through the Australian Red Cross.

He said he was honoured to receive the award.

“I have learnt that these experiences of service and justice will help me in my life,” Lachlan said.

“I want to do more in the future.”

Previous Order of Australian Commendation Medal winners from St Edward’s are Matthew Burke, Ben Bird, Josh Lucas, Josh Britt, Ethan Milne and Rhys Zorro.

Email, 4 Nov 2013 Pat Dell, St Edward’s College Gosford

M1 delays expected during resurfacing orks to resurface a three kilometre stretch of road along the M1 Pacific Motorway at Gosford have started in a bid to ensure motorists enjoy a safer ride and ongoing maintenance costs are reduced.

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Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein said the NSW government provided $2.7 million for resurfacing on both sides of the road around Jolls Bridge.

“Work will take place on northbound lanes from 1.4 to 4.3 kilometres south of the Mount White interchange and for 520 metres immediately south of the Peats River Rd bridge at Calga,” Mr Holstein said.

“The project will reduce ongoing maintenance costs and provide a smoother, more durable road surface for all road users.

“Roads and Maritime will carry out work Sunday to Thursday from 7pm to 4.30am.

“Changed traffic conditions will be in place while the work is carried out including lane closures and traffic controllers directing motorists.

“A temporary 40km/h speed limit will be in place for the duration of work and some short delays may be experienced.

“Motorists are advised to plan their journey, allow extra travel time and follow all signs.

“The work is expected to be completed in December, weather permitting.”

Media release, 15 Nov 2013 Office of Chris Holstein MP

NBN forum well attended but nothing resolved he Central Coast Community Union Alliance held a community forum on Thursday, November 14, to give local residents the opportunity to discuss the best option for the Central Coast when it comes to the National Broadband Network (NBN).

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The forum, which was held at Central Coast Leagues Club, saw local independent expert Mr Dave Abrahams lay out the facts for local residents.

Mr Abrahams explained to those in attendance the differences between fibre to node and fibre to the premises NBN options.

The Central Coast Community Union Alliance’s Mr Jeff Sundstrom said that since the September election, the Abbott government has announced a 60 day review of the NBN. This review is currently open for public submissions.

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is on the table, we want the local community to understand the difference between the two options and what this means for the Central Coast,” Mr Sundstrom said.

“The decisions made today will impact on us and

our region for the next 50 years.”

Mr Abrahams said about 150 people attended the community forum.

“I fielded over 20 questions from around the region,” Mr Abrahams said.

“I think it’s fair to say

there is a great desire to find out what is going on.

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Hungry Jack’s creates whopper of a stir social media group has saved the Wambie Whopper after fast food giant Hungry Jack’s threatened to take legal action against the local business’ use of the word “whopper”.

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Hungry Jack’s announced it would withdraw its request for the Wamberal store to remove the word “whopper” from its name and menu on Friday, November 8.

The announcement came after a group of passionate locals and loyal customers took to Facebook to protest the fast food chain’s request.

Within 24 hours of being set up, the Save Wambie Whopper Facebook group had received over 21,000 likes.

In the same period, over 3,000 people had signed the group’s petition supporting a boycott of Hungry Jack’s.

On Wednesday, November

6, a large group of protestors gathered out the front of Wambie Whopper armed with signs opposing Hungry Jack’s.

A group of local musicians also made a makeshift stage at the front of the store and sung their Wambie Whopper protest song to the tune of The Cranberries’ “Zombie”.

Founder of the Save Wambie Whopper Facebook group Mr Matt Burke said the community response to the campaign had been overwhelming.

“Hungry Jack’s is a corporate goliath attacking a small local operator that is just trying to make an honest

living,” Mr Burke said.

“Aussies love an underdog and I think this is the Central Coast’s very own Darryl Kerrigan moment from the famous Aussie movie ‘The Castle’.

“Wambie Whopper has been trading for over 20 years and it’s part of our community.

“Hungry Jack’s has made a “whopper” of a PR blunder on this one”, he said.

The Facebook group has since been renamed “We Saved the Wambie Whopper”.

Website, 14 Nov 2013 Facebook Media release, 5 Nov 2013 Paul Lister, Save Wambie Whopper

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Five townhouse and fifteen apartment development in Terrigal approved

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osford Council has approved the development of a residential flat building comprising five townhouses and 15 apartments on Scenic Highway, Terrigal

The project, which will be completed in two stages, was referred to council due to the number of public submissions received.

The site of the development contains a number of trees with a natural watercourse traversing the rear portion.

Existing development is limited to an older style weatherboard cottage and detached garage.

A number of objections received by council claimed the development would cause view loss to other properties in the locality.

However, council found the proposal to be fully compliant with the total height requirement of 10m above natural ground level.

Council was also of the view that the proposal would not impact on the

primary northerly view of any property and, while adjoining properties to the east would lose their secondary peripheral views, this would be minimal.

The development is, however, subject to conditions concerning the harmony of the development with existing structures.

Any new planting within the triangular open space between the apartments and townhouses should be undertaken in fully prepared garden beds to ensure successful growth.

The common pedestrian entries from the Scenic Highway and Woolunga Ave need to be landscaped to ensure they are pedestrian friendly share ways that achieve a high quality of presentation when viewed from the streets.

The development must also ensure the street verge to the Scenic Highway boundary should form part of the landscape design.

This includes the driveway, footpath and bin placement area.

The first stage of the project will see the demolition of existing buildings and structures and construction of a residential flat building containing five townhouses.

15 units will be constructed as part of the second stage of the project.

Five of these units will contain two bedrooms and the remaining 10 units will have three bedrooms.

Gosford Council Agenda ENV.61, 5 Nov 2013 Land approved for development

Swimming Pool Barrier Inspection Program adopted ollowing a period of public exhibition in which no formal submissions were received, Gosford Council has adopted the Swimming Pool Barrier Inspection Program.

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The program has been developed to ensure council meets its legislative requirements and addresses community expectations to reduce

drowning and near drowning incidents in swimming pools.

The program provides for both mandatory and discretionary inspections

to be carried out by council.

Mandatory inspections are required at three year intervals where the pool is associated with tourist or

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The proposal involved rezoning of the site which would subsequently permit the lodgement of a development application for the construction of a Woolworths supermarket with a gross leasable floor area of 3,200 square metres, a bottle shop of 120 square metres, a service station and associated ongrade parking on the site.

W o o l w o r t h s development manager Mr Michael Rumble spoke at the Ordinary Council Meeting of Wednesday, September 25, claiming that development on the subject site would not impact on Toukley, Budgewoi and surrounding smaller town centres.

“The proposed supermarket offers increased benefit for the

wider area,” Mr Rumble said.

“We wouldn’t invest if the demand wasn’t there.”

Despite Mr Rumble’s claims, council remained concerned that the proposal would still have a negative impact by removing the necessity to go to surrounding town centres such as Budgewoi.

“We were conscious that a new store at this location would take business away from nearby Budgewoi Shopping Centre,” Wyong mayor Cr Doug Eaton said.

Cr Greg Best also showed concern for the proposal, describing the construction of a Woolworths in Colongra to be “potentially devastating”.

“We’ve seen it before with what Erina has done

to Gosford and what Tuggerah has done to Wyong,” Cr Best said.

Despite not approving Woolworths’ Proposal, council still plans to work with the applicants in finding an alternative location.

“We are currently in the process of placing a Masterplan for Budgewoi on public exhibition with the aim of revitalising the town, and we can’t afford to have business taken away from it,” Cr Eaton said.

“However, we have vowed to work with the applicants to ensure we find a suitable location for this development.”

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he alleged political donations scandal surrounding Central Coast Liberal MPs has now spread to local government, with allegations that Wyong mayor Cr Doug Eaton is linked to the controversy.

The Sydney Morning Herald has reported that Cr Eaton allegedly nominated a businessman who could be approached for a donation to Liberal candidates prior to the 2011 state election.

These candidates included the current Liberal MPs for Wyong and The Entrance, Mr Darren Webber and Mr Chris Spence.

Both MP’s offices were raided by Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) investigators on Friday, September 20.

Computers and documents were seized during the raid.

It has been alleged that Mr Ray Carter, the electorate officer for NSW Energy Minister Mr Chris Hartcher, informed the

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businessman in question that he got his name from Cr Eaton when he approached him for a donation to the candidates.

Mr Carter was last year suspended on full pay as Mr Hartcher’s electorate officer due to allegations he and a policy adviser to Mr Hartcher, Mr Tim Koelma, had breached election funding laws prior to the 2011 election.

Cr Eaton sits as an independent on Wyong Council but was the Liberal candidate for the federal seat of Dobell

in 1996.

When approached by the Wyong Regional Chronicle, Cr Eaton said he could not comment on the matter.

“I have nothing to hide but under ICAC guidelines, I am unable to comment,” Cr Eaton said on Wednesday, October 9.

Recently elected Federal Member for Dobell Ms Karen McNamara has also been drawn into the alleged scandal due to her role as Mr Webber’s campaign

manager during the 2011 election.

Ms McNamara, whose husband Mr John McNamara was a Wyong Liberal councillor between 2008 and 2012, has denied allegations she significantly overstated the amount of funds she had raised for Mr Webber’s campaign.

Email, 8 Oct 2013 Wyong Shire Council Website, 1 Oct 2013 Sydney Morning Herald

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Sixteen structures destroyed but no homes lost

he Shire’s north has been left charred and full of debris after a bushfire ripped through thousands of hectares of land on Thursday, October 17. Two hundred and thirty eight fire fighters from the Rural Fire Service (RFS), Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) and the National Parks and Wildlife Service tirelessly battled the inferno which started at Rutleys Rd near Doyalson.

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The fire broke containment lines and extended north to Catherine Hill Bay, affecting residents in Lake Munmorah and Chain Valley Bay. Two fire fighters were treated for injuries and 36 tankers and three helicopters assisted in fighting the blaze.

Wyong mayor Cr Doug Eaton said at times, the fire fighters were faced with shifting winds in the middle of the night while battling flames as high as 40 feet.

“It is a remarkable effort they managed to save properties and evacuate people to safety at the same time,” Cr Eaton said.

No homes in the Wyong LGA were destroyed as a result of the bushfires; however,

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initial figures indicate 16 other structures were destroyed.

Among these structures was the Westside service station at Chain Valley Bay. Only the advertising board for the former site remains, with the Central Coast icon “the Big Prawn” sitting on top.

The “Welcome to Wyong Shire” sign on the Pacific Highway at Lake Munmorah now stands blackened like the 2,183 hectares of land around it.

Evacuation centres were set up at Doyalson RSL and Swansea RSL

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for those who were unable to get home due to road closures on the Pacific Highway.

These centres were attended by the Department of Family and Community Services (FACS), the Salvation Army and the Red Cross.

Cr Eaton said a number of people also slept in their cars either on the side of the road or in the Woolworths Lake Munmorah car park, not knowing how their house was faring.

“I can also now say that there were plans in place to evacuate 200 disabled

children staying at Point Wolstoncroft, possibly by boat, as the situation worsened overnight and power to the area was cut off,” Cr Eaton said.

“Thankfully, the children are all okay.”

Properties in Mannering Park, Gwandalan, Summerland Point and Chain Valley Bay lost power during Thursday, October 17.

An Ausgrid spokesperson indicated that power returned to these areas progressively, and all power was restored by about 6:40pm the following night.

Cr Eaton has thanked a number of emergency service agencies for their around the clock work to ensure communities were not lost in the fires.

The Wyong Shire Emergency Control Centre was activated at the RFS’s Charmhaven Depot on the Thursday, and was staffed with professional emergency services staff while the blaze raged.

“Everyone from the RFS, FRNSW, FACS, RMS and council have come together, worked around the clock and pooled their professional

knowledge and resources to stay on top of this terrible fire situation,” Cr Eaton said.

“While this has been an awful ordeal for our residents in the Shire’s north to go through, the work of these dedicated professionals has managed to save communities, homes and ultimately people’s lives.”

Cr Eaton said the community spirit was also evident during the crisis.

“Our social media pages were flooded with offers from the general public to help, while our switchboard also received many calls offering food and clothing to people unable to get home,” he said.

The fire further reinforced the need for people to have a bushfire survival plan and obey instructions from emergency services workers.

“The public were fantastic in following orders and the emergency services workers were on top of the situation and ensured roads were closed at the right time and people were told to move at the right time.

“Ultimately, the work of these people helped save lives.”

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Long Jetty Village Centre Improvement Masterplan formally adopted fter extensive community consultation, Wyong Council formally adopted the Long Jetty Village Centre Improvement Masterplan on Wednesday, October 23.

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The Masterplan will see the implementation of practical and affordable improvements which will build on the natural strengths of the area.

These strengths include the proximity of the Long Jetty Village to Tuggerah Lakes; existing parks and playgrounds; and good transport links.

Part of The Entrance Peninsula Planning Strategy adopted in April 2009, the Long Jetty Village Masterplan also improves public spaces in the area, with upgrades to Saltwater Creek Park and Lions Park; embellishment of existing jetties; plans for a water play park

at Watkins Jetty; and identification of four ‘activity hubs’.

Wyong mayor Cr Doug Eaton said this was a great example

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of council and local residents and businesses sitting down and coming up with practical solutions together.

“We’ve already

seen new banners go up along the Central Coast Highway and other streetscape improvements suggested by residents,” Cr Eaton

said.

“Now this plan will guide council’s own spending in line with the community’s vision.

“This is how it should

be done and I’m very excited about what the future holds for this village precinct, particularly when the main street and jetties are done up,” Cr Eaton said.

C o m m u n i t y participation was a vital aspect of the development of the Masterplan, with forums, stakeholder working group meetings, surveys, postcard drop offs to business owners, and presentations to relevant community and business groups taking place.

The plan focuses on practical, affordable projects which are able to be maintained.

It will also focus on public and private urban domain improvements designed to enhance the quality of physical assets surrounding the foreshore area.

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visitor accommodation, or a multi-unit development.

Where the pool barrier is the subject of a complaint, council is required to commence investigation within three working days.

Council must also carry out an investigation within three working days of a written request to inspect a pool barrier by the owner whether required for pool registration or prior to sale or lease of premises.

Under the program, council has discretion to inspect a pool barrier where a swimming pool exists on premises subject to a development application or a complying development certificate

lodged with council.

Council may carry out an inspection where its accredited certifiers reveal an inadequately fenced pool at the subject premises or at neighbouring premises; where the premises are subject to a building certificate application; or where council is provided with information that reveals a barrier is noncompliant.

Inspections may also be referred to council by private accredited certifiers who are unable to issue a compliance certificate.

Council will focus its discretionary inspections

on all pools built prior to 1976, which is the year when the first Australian Standard for swimming pool barriers was introduced.

Under the program, council is able to charge a maximum fee of $150 for the first inspection and $100 for a second inspection.

No fees may be charged for carrying out a third or subsequent inspection.

Council has noted that the inspection of swimming pools is open to competition with the private sector.

Gosford Council Agenda ENV.65, 5 Nov 2013

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Community voices opposition to proposed Calga sand quarry extension ommunity and environment groups have thrown their weight behind Calga Peats Ridge Community Group and businesses which would be affected if a proposed expansion of the quarry and sand crushing project is approved.

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An emergency meeting of groups was convened at Somersby on Wednesday, November 6, to discuss how the Central Coast community could regain its right to say no to the proposed Rocla sand quarry expansion at Calga.

Concerns have been raised that the 30 metre deep quarry risks ground water reserves which feed the Central Coast’s drinking water supply.

The Calga Peats Ridge Community Group has also said the proposed expansion would increase air pollution with fine particle silica dust, destroy endangered ecological communities and obliterate numerous rare Aboriginal sites.

A further issue the group has raised is that the quarry project would threaten nearby Australia Walkabout Wildlife Park and Glenworth Valley, as well as local

farmers.

Calga/Peats Ridge residents, farmers and business owners have been fighting against the proposed sand quarry expansion since 2005.

Sand quarrying at Calga would involve removing the soft sandstone in which the water is stored, leaving the aquifer open to bleed.

Mr Peter Campbell, spokesperson for Calga Peats Ridge Community Group, said there was significant concern about permanent damage to the ground water reserve of the Central Coast. “This aquifer is part of the drinking water supply of the Central Coast,� Mr Campbell said. “The proposal is to dig an enormous 30 metre deep crater which will depressurise the aquifer and drop the water table. “This can put at risk many local farms which produce

food for the Central Coast and Sydney. “The reduction in ground water level will lead to the drying out of the surrounding bush land, including Popran National Park and Brisbane Water National Park which increases bushfire risk. “Originally Rocla proposed to use land in Popran National Park as a biodiversity offset for the land they destroy. “This ridiculous suggestion was refused, but now Rocla propose to use offset land which does not correspond with the environment being destroyed. “The area of the offset is far less than normally required by the authority and includes land which is already zoned for protection whether or not the quarry expansion proceeds. “The community clearly loses biodiversity and threatened and endangered

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ecosystems, plants and animals. “Two of the Coast’s major tourist attractions border the Rocla land. “The NSW government identifies about 13 new jobs in the quarry expansion, but they don’t seem to be worried about possible loss of jobs at Walkabout Park, Glenworth Valley, or on local farms. “Gosford City Council is not the consent authority for this project – it will be decided by the Planning and Assessment Commission

as, like most mining projects, this has been called in under the previous State Significant rules (Part 3a) of the Planning Act. “The Commission is holding a public meeting on November 18 at Peats Ridge School Hall and all concerned residents are encouraged to attend. “Over 30 speakers have registered to put forward their concerns about the inappropriate development. “Since the process started, several new sand mines have been approved

elsewhere in NSW – we do not need this quarry in this particular location. “Instead, we and the state government must protect the aquifer that feeds the drinking water supply of the Central Coast.�

The outcome of the public meeting was not known at the time Coast Community News went to press.

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Wyoming woman flown to hospital after suffering burns woman was flown to hospital after suffering flash burns to her face while cleaning in the kitchen of a Terrigal café on Saturday, November 9.

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Ambulance paramedics and a CareFlight trauma team were called to treat the woman shortly before 4pm.

The helicopter landed

on the seaside oval and paramedics treated the woman.

The CareFlight doctor said the 27-year-old Wyoming woman suffered flash burns to her face and arms when a fireball ignited on a stove.

After stabilisation, the woman was flown by CareFlight to Royal North Shore Hospital where she remained in a stable condition on arrival.

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A woman was flown to hospital to receive treatment for burns

Kariong man charged over alleged acts of indecency olice have charged a man over alleged acts of indecency upon women in the Kariong area earlier in the month.

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About 9am, on Friday, November 1, a woman was at her home in Lotter Cl when she answered a knock at the front door.

She spoke to a man who allegedly followed her into the house, exposed himself and performed a sexual act in front of her before leaving the scene.

In a separate incident, during the morning of Monday, November 4, a woman was leaving a house in Lotter Cl when a man stopped and spoke to her.

Police will allege the man followed the woman into the

house and exposed himself before performing a sexual act in front of her.

Both incidents were reported to police with detectives from Brisbane Water Local Area Command conducting investigations into the matters.

On Tuesday November 12, police attended a house in Kariong where they arrested a 42-year-old man.

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Just before 4:30am on Sunday, November 17, police were called to the pharmacy on Del Mar Pde after a security alarm was activated.

It has been alleged two men were seen on the security footage breaking into the pharmacy and stealing a number of items.

Officers from Brisbane Water Local Area Command attended and stopped a Kia Rio hatchback nearby.

During a search of the vehicle police located boxes of prescription medication that were allegedly stolen from the pharmacy.

They also located items allegedly used to break into properties.

Two men aged 40 and 39 were arrested and taken to Gosford Police Station.

The 40-year-old man was charged with

Anyone with information about these incidents should call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 possess housebreaking implements; break, enter and steal; goods suspected of being stolen; use unregistered vehicle; and unlicensed driver.

The 39-year-old man was charged with break, enter and steal, and goods suspected of being stolen.

Both men were refused bail to appear at Gosford Local Court on Monday, November 18.

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The man was refused bail and appeared in Gosford Local Court on Tuesday, November 12, where he was remanded in custody to reappear on Friday, December 20.

Detectives are continuing their investigations into the matters and urge anyone with information that could assist their inquiries to contact police.

wo men have been charged over an alleged break in of a pharmacy in Copacabana.

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Operation saber to tackle alcohol related crime launched risbane Water Police have launched their summer crack-down on alcohol related crime and violence in the Central Coast area.

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Operation Saber began on Sunday, October 13, and will run until April 2014.

It is a high visibility proactive police operation that has been specifically designed to improve community safety.

The operation will focus on bail compliance, high visibility policing, warrant enforcement, high risk offender targeting, alcohol related crime and antisocial behaviour, licensed premises compliance and street level drug offences.

Brisbane Water Local Area Commander Superintendent Danny Sullivan said the campaign had been developed to disrupt criminal activity within the area and reduce alcohol related violence and anti-social behaviour.

“The Central Coast is a

Anyone with information about these incidents should call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 major tourist destination with large influxes of people regularly visiting on weekends, during holiday periods and during special events such as New Year’s Eve, schoolies, Glenworth Valley Festival, sporting events at Bluetongue Stadium and horse racing.

“During the warmer months of the year we see a spike in issues such as out-of-control parties, large anti-social

gatherings of youth and serious offences including alcohol and drug abuse,” he said.

“Operation Saber will see additional police rostered to combat these issues with high visibility policing with intelligence based deployment.

“The campaign will ensure the community can enjoy our vibrant coastal culture free from alcohol related violence and antisocial behaviour.

“If you play up on the Central Coast you will be dealt with swiftly by the team of Operation Saber – it’s as simple as that,” Supt Sullivan said.

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hree teenagers are expected to be issued with a future court attendance notice for trespass and graffiti offences at Henry Kendall High School, Gosford.

About 8:30pm on Saturday, October 26, police from Brisbane Water Local Area Command

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The pursuit went for 55km and reached an alleged speed of 160km per hour in a 110km per hour zone.

The vehicle was eventually stopped with the assistance of road spikes on the Central Coast Highway at Kariong.

Police alleged during the pursuit, the car’s headlights were switched off a number of times and, at one point, the car overtook two vehicles in the breakdown

located three teenagers.

Two boys, aged 15 and 16, were arrested while the third boy fled.

Police allegedly located spray cans and a camera inside the boy’s backpacks.

They were taken to Gosford Police Station, where they were released without charge, pending further inquiries.

Police will allege the boys spray-painted buildings and street signs outside the school.

The two boys are expected to be issued with a future court attendance notice and possession of graffiti implements, along with the third boy, believed to be aged 14.

Investigations are continuing.

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lane at 130km per hour.

The male driver was arrested and taken to Gosford Police Station, where his breath analysis test returned an alleged reading of 0.031.

Further inquiries revealed the man did not a hold a driver’s licence.

He was charged with novice driver drive with novice range PCA; police

pursuit – did not stop – drive dangerously; fail to comply with request or signal to stop vehicle; never licensed person drive vehicle on road; and two outstanding warrants.

The Merrylands man was refused bail and appeared in Gosford Local Court on Monday, November 11.

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etectives from Brisbane Water Local Area Command are currently investigating an incident in Erina St, Gosford, which occurred about 8pm on Wednesday, October 31.

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A 34 year old male had just parked his vehicle and, with his two daughters, commenced walking along Erina St to collect a relative from a property nearby.

The person of interest drove towards them and parked next to the victim’s vehicle, having driven the wrong direction on a oneway street.

The victim approached the person of interest and began abusing him,

leading to a physical altercation between the two parties.

The person of interest was carrying a knife and during the fight, the victim was stabbed in the leg.

A short time later, the victim was driving along Mann St when he again saw the person of interest.

The victim pulled over and a further altercation

occurred before the person of interest left the scene.

The victim received medical treatment at Gosford Hospital where he received a number of stitches for the leg wound.

Police are investigating several lines of inquiry and have spoken to a number of witnesses.

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Gosford business is favourite local business

Young entrepreneurs make business presentations

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hree business studies students from schools in the Gosford LGA were selected to pitch their business ideas on Thursday, October 31, to local business owners.

Paige Wilson Turner, from St Philip’s Christian College Gosford campus, Zoe Friedman, from Terrigal High School, and Aaron Stace, from St Edward’s College, were nominated by their schools to participate in the inaugural Wild Fig Young Entrepreneur Support (YES) Program.

The Wild Fig Service Alliance is a not-for-profit organisation comprising members who represent a broad range of established businesses on the Central Coast.

The program was launched this year in order to support local youth and encourage an interest in

osford business Pinned Up Hair Design has won the NSW Fair Trading’s “I love my local business” competition in the Hunter region.

Pinned Up Hair Design is one of just seven businesses to win in the state wide competition, which celebrates good business practices in NSW by asking consumers to nominate their favourite local business.

A local happy customer, Ms Megan Lightfoot, nominated the salon because she believes the staff are a young, energetic group of ladies.

“I work for a disability company and I take the residents to the salon,” Ms Lightfoot said.

“They love it.

“They have never been charged so they bring gifts.

“They are very much a community team and I recently joined them for shaving for a cure to raise money for cancer.”

As a successful nominator of a winning business, Ms Lightfoot will receive a $250 cash prize.

“Fair Trading had a 70% increase in entries this year from consumers keen to share their good experiences with local businesses throughout the state,” NSW Fair Trading

commissioner Mr Rod Stowe said.

“More than 1,100 consumers voted for their favourite business in the People’s Choice voting award category.

“This competition demonstrates NSW businesses are very popular with consumers and innovative in connecting with their local communities.”

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osford workers have been repaid $51,000 in wages and entitlements following recent intervention by the Fair Work Ombudsman.

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Students will be judged over the coming weeks by a panel of Wild Fig members, with the three winners announced at a special breakfast event at L’Ise de France Sur Mer, Terrigal on Thursday, November 28.

Each winner will be presented with a cheque and certificate of achievement.

The remaining three students will each receivea certificate of encouragement as recognition of their achievement.

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small business.

With plans to become an annual event, the program invites students who will leave school in 2015 to consider the idea of business ownership in their future.

All private and state schools on the Central Coast were invited to nominate a student to take part in the program.

Students were required to submit a business plan in either written or video format.

The students selected will complete their HSC next year, with the top three students receiving $1,000 for their achievements.

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administration officer at an automotive retail business received $10,000 as a result of being underpaid the minimum hourly rate between 2008 and 2011.

A labourer recovered $10,000 for being underpaid his casual loading entitlements between 2012 and early this year and $7,600 was paid to a manager at a manufacturing business not paid out his redundancy pay entitlements in 2012.

A further $5,500 was received by a shop assistant who had been underpaid the minimum hourly rate between 2009 and 2012 and had not received her annual leave entitlements upon termination of employment.

The employees were reimbursed all monies owed without the need for further action after Fair Work

Inspectors contacted the businesses and explained their obligations.

Fair Work Ombudsman Ms Natalie James said the cases highlighted the importance of classifying and paying employees correctly.

“Even a small error in an employee’s base hourly rate left unchecked over time can result in a large underpayment having to be rectified, as occurred in these cases,” Ms James said.

“Our preference is always to work with employers to educate them and help them voluntarily rectify any non-compliance issues we identify.”

Media release, 6 Nov 2013 Tom McPherson, Fair Work Ombudsman

Coast Community News - November 19, 2013 - Page 11

Gallery 209 to be launched at Point Clare

Business

Milliner’s hats win fashion awards

airhaven Services will launch its innovative new Gallery 209 on Friday, November 22, from 4:30pm to 7:30pm, at Fairhaven, Point Clare.

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Gallery 209 will give artists an opportunity to exhibit and showcase their art on an ongoing basis up until the exhibition finishes in January next year.

At the launch, there will be music and refreshments and the exhibition will showcase an eclectic selection of art.

Works by some of the Central Coast’s most wellknown and respected artists will be on display.

Fairhaven supports and employs people with disabilities on the Central Coast.

The new gallery is yet another new enterprise

created to assist, support, enhance and provide innovative ideas.

Media release, 10 Nov 2013 Nina Angelo, Fairhaven Services

GWH win tender for recycled effluent plant t its Ordinary Meeting of Tuesday, November 5, Gosford Council awarded local company GWH Build Pty Ltd a tender for the construction of a recycled effluent plant building at the Kincumber Sewerage Treatment Plant.

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The project is part of a series of upgrades to the Kincumber and Woy Woy Sewerage Treatment Plants and will ensure that both plants continue to treat the community’s wastewater to the highest standard.

The existing recycled effluent system provides treatment for reuse of wastewater and the system now requires upgrading to improve energy and process efficiency and cater for increased loading.

The works to be carried out by the Matcham company include the manufacture, delivery and installation of precast concrete wall panels; fabrication and erection of steel roof frame and cladding; and supply and installation of doors and vents and associated works.

Gosford Council received six tenders for the contract.

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lients of Gosford business Jean Marie Millinery were successful at Gosford Races Ladies Day Fashions on the Field on Sunday, October 20.

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Trish Ware and Sarah Halloran wore creations designed and made by store owner Jean Visser and were named Best Dressed Local Lady and runner-up for Best Dressed Local Lady respectively.

Ms Visser said Melbourne Cup Day proved especially busy, with customers coming into her store up to the last hour looking for a fascinator or hat to match their outfits.

“I have had many of my clients travelling down to Melbourne for the Cup and several of them in the fashions on the field competition,” Ms Visser said.

“One of my wonderful ladies was on the ABC news that night.

“She was photographed at the airport calling a taxi to get to the races that morning and they filmed her because she looked so wonderful.

‘She entered the fashion on the fields competition down in Melbourne and was photographed and blogged on the Racing TV Facebook page.

“I was also sent a photo of her with Lleyton and Bec Hewitt and they loved her hat.”

Ms Visser has recently started offering a new service to her clients by teaming up with Ms Ware, who is a talented dressmaker.

The pair offers a one-stop service where customers

can ensure their custom made dress and hat match.

Ms Visser makes all her hats and fascinators on site and customers are also

able to order handmade men’s hats.

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Tom Ferguson named as Don’t Dis My Ability ambassador ast Gosford’s Mr Tom Ferguson has been named an ambassador for this year’s Don’t Dis My Ability campaign.

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The campaign is part of NSW’s celebration of the International Day of People with Disabilities.

Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein said the Don’t Dis My Ability campaign was about promoting positive perceptions about people with disabilities and aimed to build an environment that encouraged active participation in careers, leisure pursuits and social activities.

Mr Holstein said Mr Ferguson was chosen as an ambassador because he represented the dynamic and diverse lives lived by people with disability.

“The campaign is about changing the public perception of disability

and recognising people for what they do, not for their disability,” Mr Holstein said.

“For this year’s initiative, ambassadors were nominated by their friends, family and peers.”

Minister for Ageing and Disability Services, MrJohn Ajaka said 19 people across NSW had been chosen as Don’t Dis My Ability ambassadors for this year.

“This is the 10th year of the campaign and the initiative has grown significantly during this time,” Mr Ajaka said.

“Following on from the popularity and effectiveness of the campaign, we received more than 65 ambassador nominations this year,” Mr Ajaka said.

“A highlight of the Don’t Dis My Ability initiative is the magazine Made You Look, which features engaging articles and personal insights from the ambassadors and other contributors.

“This year’s magazine has been made even more accessible as you can read an interactive version in full on your smartphone or tablet device from the Don’t Dis My Ability website.”

The Don’t Dis My Ability campaign is an initiative of the Ageing, Disability and Home Care.

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Four Gregory and Delores Farrell Scholarships of up to $5,000 each are awarded each year in NSW to assist tertiary students who use a wheelchair for mobility to complete their university studies.

One of those recipients is 26-year-old Ms Caitlin de Wit from Holgate, who is currently in her fourth year of studying veterinary science at the University of Sydney.

Ms de Wit, who sustained her spinal cord injury after a horse riding accident in 2005, was awarded a $5,000 scholarship to assist with her university studies.

“Before my accident, I was working two part-time jobs to save money for university, one in a bakery and the other as a pizza delivery driver, and neither of these were possible to continue with afterwards,” Ms de Wit said.

“I really needed some extra money to support myself when I relocated to Sydney as I didn’t want to

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always have to rely on my parents.

“Receiving the scholarship money twice has made such a huge difference to my life as it’s allowed me to afford to live independently and pay my rent.

“Now that I’m in my last year of uni, I’m looking forward to deciding whether I’d like to specialise in small animal practice or something else entirely once I finish, and I’m also excitedly planning my wedding to my fiancé which will be held at my parents’ house in January”.

Caitlin complements her studies with a successful career in the Women’s National Wheelchair Basketball league, and is currently a member of the Australian wheelchair basketball squad.

Chairperson of the SpineCare Foundation Ms Kerry Stubbs said the foundation was delighted to award the scholarship to Caitlin.

“The aim of the Gregory and Delores Farrell Scholarship is to support tertiary students who are also wheelchair users, as we recognise that students with disabilities face many additional obstacles, particularly financial ones, while studying at university,” Ms Stubbs said.

The Gregory and Delores Farrell Scholarships are supported by the family of the late Gregory and Delores Farrell, Gregory Farrell OAM was a founding director of the SpineCare Foundation.

Spinal Injury Awareness Week, which ran until Saturday, November 16, is a national campaign highlighting spinal cord injury in the community, focusing on rebuilding lives after a devastating injury as well as strategies to prevent further spinal cord injuries.

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Red Ribbons on sale for World AIDS Day ith World AIDS Day held on December 1 each year, volunteers will be distributing Red Ribbons in Gosford and West Gosford to help raise awareness of HIV/AIDS.

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On Saturday, November 30, Red Ribbons will be available for purchase at the Imperial Centre, Gosford, and on Sunday, December 1, Red Ribbons can be purchased at Bunnings at West Gosford.

The Red Ribbon is a universal symbol of awareness and support for those living with and affected by HIV. It was launched in New York 32 years ago and was the first ever ribbon symbols.

World AIDS Day was declared by the World Health Organisation in 1988, with Australia being one of 190 countries to commemorate the day.

Australia has recorded a 10% annual rise in new HIV diagnoses, the largest jump in two decades according to the latest official figures released by Sydney’s Kirby Institute.

NSW had the largest increase in the number of new people with HIV infections in 2012, with the state recording a 24% leap from the previous year’s figures.

Kirby Institute program head, associate professor David Wilson said the number of new diagnoses had been gradually increasing over the past 14 years.

“Traditionally, HIV has been diagnosed in people in their late 30s and 40s, but we are now seeing a trend away from that,” associate professor Wilson said.

“Newly infected people are now younger.

“These people were not around in the 80s and 90s and didn’t experience the fear campaigns.”

Email, 30 Oct 2013 Paul Maudlin, Positive Support Network

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Totem poles welcome carers oung carers have created strength and caring totem poles to place in the grounds of Gosford Hospital’s Carer Retreat and Information Centre as a welcoming symbol for other carers visiting the service.

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Ms Catherine Pantehis, manager of Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centre, said the totem poles were created by eight young carers aged between 11 and 16 as part of a Young Carers’ Day held during Carers’ Week.

“The Young Carers Day was held to support young carers to find resources to help them in their caring role, to help them explore and recognise their strengths and to share their experiences with other young carers,” Ms Pantehis said.

“More than 150,000 Australians under the age of 18 are young carers who care for someone such as a parent, sibling, child, relative or friend.

“While many young carers emphasise that caring is a positive experience,

Some of the young carers involved in the project

research clearly indicates that when inadequately supported, their own health, mental health and wellbeing can be seriously affected.

“The totem poles gave the young carers an opportunity to express their journey in paint and colour.

“The day also gave them the chance to be a kid for the day within a relaxed and creative space to reflect on how caring is affecting

them.”

Mikalah and Lachlan Harnett, aged 16 and 14 respectively, care for their mother.

They said they enjoyed creating the totem poles.

“I felt I had achieved something,” Mikalah said.

“I’m happy to know other carers will be able to enjoy our art work.”

“It was good to meet new people who are in the same

situation,” Lachlan said.

“It was also good to learn about the carers retreat.

“We sometimes come to the hospital with mum and now we know we can visit the retreat while we are here.”

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Gabrielle and Antoinette receive Long Tan award

Local students participate in reading challenge tudents from schools in the Gosford LGA were part of the 405,000 school students across Australia who read the Pledge of Remembrance on Monday, November 11, as part of the Read2Remember event.

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Pupils at Central Mangrove Public School, Gosford East Public School, Lisarow Public School, Narara Public School and Brisbania Public School participated in the event.

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Gabrielle Fitzgibbon and Antoinette Carters have been recognised for their contributions to the local community and leadership qualities.

As a year 12 student, Gabrielle will receive $550 and Antoinette, as a year 10 student, will be awarded $250.

Both girls will also receive a certificate of merit designed to highlight their achievements.

Head of Cadet, Reserve and Employer Support Division major general Paul Brereton said it was outstanding to have so many young Australians recognised by their schools.

“This year, as with previous years, we have seen an enthusiastic response from secondary colleges across the country,” major general Brereton said.

“To be able to commend the efforts of exceptional young Australians through this award is fantastic.”

The awards began in 2006 and seek to encourage leadership and teamwork among schoolaged students as integral parts of their personal development and their contribution towards enhancing community spirit within both the school and the broader community.

The awards also seek to raise the awareness of the Australian Defence Force throughout the Australian community and the value it places on positive leadership and effective teamwork.

This year’s Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork Awards have seen 3,506 students from technical colleges, high schools and education centres around Australia acknowledged.

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Erina and Wyoming child care centres are out to tender

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wo students from St Philip’s Christian College, Gosford campus, are among 1,199 NSW students who have been awarded the Australian Defence Force Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork Award this year.

to highlight to all school children the importance of courage, resilience and mateship Read2Remember is an initiative of Sunshine Coast based children’s charity SunnyKids.

The program has been designed to bring greater

ollowing consultation with staff and families, Gosford Council is offering a tender for Papalya Children’s Centre at Erina and a sublease of the James Mitchell Care and Learning Centre at Wyoming.

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Council has received notification of consent from the Land and Housing Corporation to sublease the Wyoming centre.

The tenders for both centres opened on Tuesday, November 5, and will close on Tuesday, November 26.

Gosford Council noted that consultations with affected families and staff would continue through further meetings and written correspondence.

Speaking at the Ordinary Meeting of Tuesday, November 5, Gosford Council’s director of economic and community development Ms Colleen Worthy-Jennings said it was important to understand

that council is not closing its childcare services.

“Council is seeking external providers to take over services.”

Cr Gabby Bowles said while this was not an easy issue to deal with, drawing out the tender process would threaten the job security of staff.

“We’re not doing this lightly but unfortunately council is faced with a situation where it cannot provide a service,” Cr Bowles said.

“It’s harder to stand up and recognise that we can’t do the best job.

“It is our responsibility to recognise that someone can do it better.”

Cr Vicki Scott spoke against the decision to tender the services and said despite claims to the contrary, council was closing its childcare services.

“The message is this: council wants to get out of the business of providing early child care education in this local government area,” Cr Scott said.

Council is set to consider further strategies to ensure the sustainability of its remaining four childcare centres.

Gosford Council Agenda ECO.35, 5 Nov 2013 Lindsey Chu, 5 Nov 2013

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Woy Woy Rd closed for air ambulance Woy Woy Rd was temporarily blocked on the afternoon of Wednesday, October 9, after a motorbike crash at Kariong.

Ambulance paramedics called the CareFlight rapid-response trauma team shortly after 2:30 pm.

Police blocked Woy Woy Rd to allow the helicopter to land

near the crash site.

CareFlight landed at the scene just before 3pm to allow the crew doctor to team with ambulance paramedics treating the rider.

The CareFlight doctor said the 52-year-old man from Copacabana suffered multiple fractures when he crashed into a steel barrier.

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CSG mining prohibited near Peninsula Coal seam gas (CSG) mining has been prohibited within two kilometers of the Peninsula.

NSW Planning and Infrastructure Minister Mr Brad Hazzard said CSG exclusion zones had also come into force across the Lower Hunter and Central Coast regions, including all zoned residential land and rural villages and a two kilometre buffer area around these locations.

These exclusion zones reflected community concerns about the conflict over resource development in residential areas, he said.

“The NSW Government is now seeking feedback on the precise location of the scheduled stagetwo expansion of CSG exclusion zones into future residential

growth areas in regional NSW,” Mr Hazzard said.

He said the Government had appointed a Gateway Panel, which would conduct a scientific assessment to ensure the potential impacts of mining and CSG proposals on strategic agricultural land are identified prior to a development application being lodged.

He said the panel, led by chairman Terry Short, were highly regarded experts in their fields and had 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.

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.

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 regional plan.

He said the Regional Growth Plans would 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.

In the Gosford municipality, 654 hectares were identified as Biophysical Strategic Agricultural Land.

None was on the Peninsula.

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

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

The key issues discussed were aspects of payroll tax, further reduction of red tape, the importance of liaison between State and Federal governments for small business and positive feedback of the Small Biz Bus’s recent visits.

The Minister met with NSW Business Chamber (Central Coast) regional manager Mr Daniel Farmer, Gosford Chamber of Commerce president Ms Ali Vidler, Gosford Business Improvement District manager Mr Paul Brasch.

“The NSW Liberals and Nationals Government is committed to supporting the State’s small businesses,” Mr Holstein said.

Mr Holstein said that Ms Hodgkinson’s achievements included the roll out of Small Biz Connect, the allocation of $13.8 million in 2013-14 for small business, including $7.5 million for the Small Biz Connect program by the NSW Liberals and Nationals

Government, and the launch of two Small Biz Buses.

He said she had implemented the election commitment to ensure agencies paid bills to their small business suppliers within 30 days, or automatically pay interest on the outstanding amount.

She had also implemented a “one on two off” policy to reduce red tape, helping small businesses across NSW overcome the administrative burden and had established the State’s first Small Business Commissioner as an independent statutory officer.

He said the Commissioner has enhanced powers to investigate complaints about unfair treatment of small businesses, require local councils, government bodies and other businesses to provide information or answer questions, when a complaint is made and submit to Parliament a special report, including recommendations on small business issues.

Under the legislation, the Commissioner also has the power to require businesses to attend compulsory mediation to resolve disputes prior to commencing legal action.

Media release, 14 Oct 2013 Chris Holstein, Member for Gosford

Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein has announced an additional $1 million in funding for public schools on the Peninsula, as a result of the Gonski agreement.

Patonga residents oppose the draft management plan

Dinner held for Patonga plan advice Gosford Chamber of Commerce president Ms Ali Vidler, NSW Business Chamber Central Coast regional manager Mr Daniel Farmer, Minister for Small Business Ms Katrina Hodgkinson, Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein and Gosford Business Improvement District manager Mr Paul Brasch

Radio tower to be built in Woy Woy Gosford Council has approved an application for a 20 metre high radio communications tower at Woy Woy. The application retains an existing workshop on the site at 51 Ocean Beach Rd, near the corner of Rawson Rd. The applicant had submitted significant detail and photomontages identifying the site selection process and the visual impact on the subject character as a result of this development.

The report received by council

at its ordinary meeting of Tuesday, October 15, indicated that given the nature of the proposed development, it was difficult to diminish the visual impact of the structure.

According to the report, the tower needed to be clear of interference from trees and other potential screen elements.

Despite the tower being visually imposing, the report stated that the proposed site did not detract significantly from the character of the immediate locality.

Council required the tower to be

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Council has also stipulated that further investigations are required to ascertain the presence of acid sulphate soils.

If present, a management plan will need to be prepared in accordance with the Acid Sulphate Soil Manual, Acid Sulphate Soil Management Advisory Committee, August 1998.

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The Patonga Beach Progress Association will hold a dinner on Saturday, November 16, at the Everglades Country Club to raise funds to pay for expert advice on the Patonga draft plan of management.

The draft plan, which was placed on public exhibition in March this year, covers Crown land in Patonga Caravan and Camping Area, Patonga Village and the Dark Corner Cottages.

It aims to balance environmental conservation with the tourism benefits the area creates.

Due to the number of submissions received on the proposed plan, Crown Lands established a working committee comprising two members of Gosford Council, two representatives from Crown Lands, two members of the Patonga Beach Progress Association and two community representatives.

Patonga Beach Progress Association secretary Ms Judy Singer said the working committee has so far held three meetings

where the association had attempted to negotiate a better plan of management.

Ms Singer said the most recent meeting, held in October, saw discussion focus on the caravan park and tennis courts.

“We feel the proposal is causing our community to have to try and choose between competing problems,” Ms Singer said.

“Some residents only have water access to their properties.

“They have parked on the foreshore reserve for the last 50 years.

“The proposal that Crown Lands has put to us will mean that they will no longer be able to park there.

“There is no legal right to park in this spot but that has been the accepted arrangement for many years.

“The alternative we have been given is that the tennis courts we have will be bulldozed and turned into a car park.

“The waste facilities from the caravan park will also be moved to the tennis courts.

“We see this as a divisive tactic.

“It all revolves around competing users for the caravan park.

“The plan of management when it was first published had a proposal to relocate the tennis court.

“This was not a financial promise.

“It was only words on paper.

“We are concerned we will lose the tennis courts.”

Ms Singer said this would be devastating for the number of older community members who meet for a game of tennis once a week.

Under the arrangement with Crown Lands, the working committee will meet again in November, December and January before a decision is made.

Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein said he was looking forward to the result of these meetings.

“I welcome the further consultation on the plan given the large numbers of concerns I have received from the community,” Mr Holstein said.

Lindsey Chu, 7 Nov 2013 Interviewee: Judy Singer Interviewee: Chris Holstein

The funding is to be delivered through the NSW Government’s Resource Allocation Model which allocates funds based on the characteristics of individual schools and their students.

“In 2014, this includes almost $1 million in additional funding for six schools on the Peninsula and almost $1.4 million electorate wide in total across 21 public schools; bringing the total planned socioeconomic and Aboriginal allocation to nearly $2.3 million.”

The Peninsula schools are

Brisbane Water Secondary College, Umina Public School, Pretty Beach Public School, Ettalong Public School, Woy Woy Public School and Woy Woy South Public School.

Mr Holstein said the funding model gave local principals and school communities a much greater say in how their funding was spent from next year, giving students greater opportunity to succeed.

“I welcome the autonomy the RAM is giving principals and school staff, as well as the additional funding marked for schools in the Gosford electorate,” he said.

Media release, 25 Oct 2013 Chris Holstein, Member for Gosford

Ferry changes will allow trips to Ettalong Residents of Wagstaffe will be able to use the Palm Beach Ferry to make day trips to Ettalong, if timetable changes are approved by Transport NSW The timetable changes would see the ferry stop at Wagstaffe and Ettalong in the reverse ordere for the 12pm and 4pm trips from Palm Beach to Wagstaffe.

This would mean those two trips would call into Ettalong before arriving at Wagstaffe, so that passengers wanting to go to Ettalong for the day are able travel both ways by ferry.

Similarly, people from the Ettalong community would be able to visit the Bouddi Peninsula by ferry.

Ms Peta Colebatch, from the Wagstaffe to Killcare Community Association, said the association was pleased the change was finally being made.

Ms Colebatch said the new timetable was likely to come into force later in December after the change had been approved by Transport NSW. Newsletter, 1 Nov 2013 Peta Colebatch, WagstaffeKillcare Community Association

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Coast Community News - November 19, 2013 - Page 15

Education

Inaugural school ukulele program completed nder the instruction of Umina’s Marilyn and Frank Russell, 23 kindergarten and year 1 students from Point Clare Primary School have just completed their first beginner ukulele course.

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The course went for 10 weeks over two terms and the students learnt to play traditional style songs, four chords and strumming styles.

They also learnt some simple music terminology and theory.

“The students learnt the skills very quickly and were very enthusiastic to join in the songs and antics” Mrs Russell said.

Mrs Russell said they were screaming from the crocodiles in the lyrics, yodelling and doing the

hokey pokey, all while playing the ukulele.

By the time week nine came around, the students were sufficiently confident to perform in front of the school assembly with their teacher Mrs Hasler.

“The students are so lucky that the school has invested in the purchase of their ukuleles and that it is keen to have music taught at the school,” Mrs Russell said.

Interest has been shown for continuing the program at the school next year as

it allows all students to be involved in learning a simple and inexpensive musical instrument.

Mrs Russell has just completed her young beginner book after 10 years in the making.

“It was sad to see the end of the 10 week course because we had as much fun as the students,” she said.

Email, 14 Nov 2013 Marilyn and Frank Russell, Umina

Year 1 students from Point Clare Primary School

Year 3 students raise $1,300 for orphans Year 1 students from Point Clare Primary School

entral Coast Adventist School Year 3 students have raised $1,300 in two weeks for the Build A Bed project run by Sweet Sleep.

C Student art on display at Maitland hree students from Point Clare Public School currently have their artwork on display in Maitland Regional Gallery’s art exhibition Face in a Landscape.

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The exhibition consists of artworks by Kindergarten to Year 10 students from Hunter and Central Coast Public Schools.

Elizabeth Henry, Adam Lacey and Oscar Tebbutt’s work will be on display until December 8.

Newsletter, 15 Oct 2013 David Harris, Point Clare Public School

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at all.

Newsletter, 19 Sep 2013 Dean Bennetts, Central Coast Adventist School

Out & About

Page 16 - November 19, 2013 - Coast Community News

Handmade Craft Christmas Market to be held

Gosford Race Club to celebrate its 100 year history “

osford Race Club will celebrate its 100th birthday with a special dinner event at Crowne Plaza, Terrigal, on Saturday, November 23.

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he Handmade Craft Christmas Market will be held at Scholastic Stadium, Terrigal, on Saturday, November 30.

This will be the last Handmade Craft Market for the year and market organiser Ms Melissa Garland said there would be something for everyone on the day.

“We are passionate about supporting our handmade and craft community on the Central Coast and hope people will consider buying handmade this Christmas,” Ms Garland said.

“There is plenty of parking at this venue as well as wide aisles for easy shopping, even with a pram.

“We know that is important to our visitors and this is the only dedicated

handmade only market on the Coast.”

The Handmade Craft Market raises money for local charities and supports the local community.

All of the money raised from the gold coin donation entry on the day will go to the Rural Fire Service.

“We have all witnessed the devastation the recent NSW bushfires caused but it would have been so much worse if it were not for the Rural Fire Service,” Ms Garland said.

“We want to say thank you for all they do for us.

“Along with the gold coin entry donations, we

are also having a Christmas gift wrapping station for a gold coin donation to this wonderful cause.”

The market will run from 9:30am until 2:30pm and will feature everything from handmade candles, ceramics, jewellery, handbags, cakes, slices and sweets, to clothing and artworks.

The first 100 people through the doors will receive a free goodie bag full of samples and offers.

Media release, 8 Nov 2013 Melissa Garland, Handmade Craft Market

Planning for a racecourse in Gosford began in 1910, when the Gosford Horse Race Group had acquired enough of the land around what was then called “Red Weed Flat” to begin work on draining and building up the swampy land.

After two years of extensive work, the new race track was ready for its first meeting, with special trains bought to transport officials, VIPs and patrons from Sydney and Newcastle.

The horses were unloaded on what is now platform two at Gosford Railway Station and they were led or ridden over to the race course via the Faunce St hill.

Malt Mary was the name of the horse that won the very first race at Gosford Race Club on Tuesday, November, 11 1913.

Each year, the track would host 12 fixtures, with at least five races on the card.

Gosford Race Club also has a proud family history.

Mr Michael Cusick is one of five children to father Malcolm, who held the position of club chairman for 35 years.

Mr Cusick’s late grandfather Alton was an iconic committeeman in the group and instigated the development of the Gosford Race Club back in the 1900s.

“Our family have a very longstanding and proud history with Gosford Race Club and I feel very pleased to be able to share this special milestone with the Club this November,” Mr Cusick said.

“Dad became a board member of Gosford Race Club in 1950 and was chairman for 35 years up until 2005.

“In 2007, he was awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia for service to the thoroughbred racing industry in NSW. “Dad remained a board member of the club until his sad passing in June 2009.”

As current chairman of Gosford Race Club, Mr Cusick has headed a number of positive changes to the organisation with the club.

This includes the club’s recent partnership with the Central Coast Mariners as well as this year’s announcement of the club’s commitment to major upgrades of the grandstand and car parks.

“There are many exciting plans in the pipeline for Gosford Race Club, all of which we develop to ensure our future longevity,” Mr Cusick said.

“We hope that we are celebrating our 150 year anniversary in the same positive fashion.”

Tickets are still available for the centenary dinner.

Media release, 6 Nov 2013 Katey Small, Brilliant Logic

Where do you get it?

Following is a list of all good outlets where you can get your free copy of Coast Community News Avoca Avoca Cinema Avoca Primary School Bottle Shop Bowling Club Service Station Sul Rondo Café Central Mangrove Memorial Golf Club Copacabana Chemist Copacabana Shops Kiosk East Gosford East Gosford Cafes East Gosford Hotel East Gosford Shopping Centre Gosford Regional Gallery St Edward College High School St Josephs Girls College High School Empire Bay Service Station Erina Bob Jane Central Coast Adventist School Central Coast Grammar School Dulux Erina Fair Library Erina Leagues Club Erina Mall Fitness 2000 Fountain Plaza IGA Supermarket McDonalds

Organic Plus Red Rooster Shell Service Station Singos Meats Tarragal Glen Village The Bungalows Woodport Inn Woodport Retirement village Forresters Beach Retirement village Green Point Bakery Broadlands Chemist Green Point Christian College Green Point Community Centre Green Point Village Pool Shop Medical Centre Mr Catering-Greenway cafe Shopping Centre Gosford Bite Me Take Away Caltex Service Centre Central Coast Leagues Club Ducks Crossing Publications Duttons Tavern Gosford Bowls Club Gosford High School Gosford Hospital Gosford Hotel Gosford Library Gosford Police Headquarters Gosford Senior Citizen

Centre Gosford Showground Gosford Tafe Gosford Uniting Church Imperial Centre Lady Kendall Little Bottler Monti’s My Cafe Imperial Centre Public School RSL Retirement Village and Community Centre Tourism Information Centre West Gosford RSL

Pizza Shell Service Station Subway South Kincumber Shops Swim Centre Take away Food Outlets Tyrepower Video Westpac

Kariong Kariong Neighbourhood Centre Kariong Supermarkets Kariong Tavern Langford Drive Service Station Mt Penang Tourist information Centre Shell Service Station

Lisarow B.J Howes Metal land Lisarow Plaza Shopping Centre

Kincumber Bakery Brentwood Village Hungry Wolf Holy Cross Catholic Primary School Gym KFC Kincumber Library Kincumber Nautical Village Kincumber Primary School Kincumber Shopping Centre Fresko Fruits Multi Purpose Community Centre McDonalds

Kulnura General Store Laguna General Store

Narara Narara Community Centre Narara Service Station Parsons Rd Narara Valley shops Narara Take Away Narara Home Central Service Station - Manns Rd/Merinee Rd Niagara Park Niagara Park Community Centre Niagara Park Primary School Niagara Park Supermarket Sara Lee Niagara Park Tavern Jenny Gee School Wear North Gosford Network Video North Gosford Private Hospital

North Gosford Shops Mangrove General Store Peats Ridge Corrugate Café Point Clare Acorn Garden Centre Aubrey Downer Fairhaven Services Meat Discounter Liquor Shop Point Clare Community Hall Point Clare Real Estate Point Clare Shopping Centre Point Clare Thai Takeaway

Crowne Plaza High School Gunyah Dental Umina Peninsula Village Wamberal Country Club Village Emporium Cafe The Point Cafe The Green Room

West Gosford Bakery - Manns Rd Bazzas Pet Shack Beacon Lighting Blockbuster Chemist Drummond Golf Saratoga/Yattalunga/ Golf Club Davistown Gosford Motor Inn Alloura Waters Village Gosford South Thai Chemist Takeaway Davistown RSL Hungry Jacks IGA Husqvarna Saratoga Shopping Centre/ KFC Cafe Lin Brothers Yattalunga Shopping Centre McDonalds Metro Service Station Somersby Michel’s Patisserie General Store Mobil Service Station Spencer Newsagent General Store Red Rooster Settlers Tavern Springfield Subway Springfield Shopping Supercheap auto Centre Spotlight West Gosford Motel Terrigal Henry Kendall Tavern Surf Club Hotel Rugby Club Library Zanziba Cafe Bowling Club

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

Call 4325 7369 if you would like to be added to this list.

Coast Community News - November 19, 2013 - Page 17

Out & About

Gosford holds inaugural Holstein encourages Movember challenge locals to contribute to arts and cultural policy ember for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein has encouraged local arts and cultural organisations, as well as people interested in the arts, to take the opportunity to contribute to the development of the state’s first ever Arts and Cultural Policy.

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Mr Holstein said Arts NSW had recently published the Arts and Cultural Policy discussion paper.

He said the paper proposed a compelling vision for the arts and cultural sector in NSW which is recognised as a local and international leader.

“Arts and cultural activities contribute strongly to a diverse and robust economy,” Mr Holstein said.

“They also have the power to connect people across geographic, social and cultural borders.

“I encourage anyone interested in helping to shape the NSW Government’s vision for the state’s arts and cultural sector to participate in the consultation process by

lodging their submission by the closing date, which is Friday, December 20.”

The discussion paper has been developed with the guidance of the five member Arts and Cultural Policy reference group appointed earlier this year .

The group comprises Chris Freeland, chair of the Sydney Film Festival and national managing partner of Baker & McKenzie; Professor Deborah Stevenson of the University of Western Sydney; Scott Howie from Eastern Riverina Arts; Lisa Havilah, CEO of Carriageworks; and Ben Quilty, artist and 2011 Archibald Prize winner.

Minister for the Arts Mr George Souris said NSW is already at the forefront of

Australia’s arts and cultural activity, leading the country in cultural employment, screen production, and cultural tourism.

Mr Souris said the policy would build on these strengths.

He said the state’s arts and cultural sector is currently responsible for employing more than 176,000 people, which equates to approximately 5.6% of the NSW workforce.

Mr Souris said this was why the state government had contributed $311 million to the arts in the 2013-14 budget.

Media release, 6 Nov 2013 Office of Chris Holstein MP

Gosford locals sprouting their mos

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he Gosford City Markets held on Saturday, November 9, was the scene for the inaugural Movember challenge.

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

Men start with a clean shaven face on November 1 and grow a moustache throughout the month to raise vital funds for men’s health issues.

These issues include prostate and testicular cancer and mental health.

Gosford Business

Improvement District manager Mr Paul Brasch said it was hoped 50 local men would have gotten involved.

“We sincerely thank those who registered with us and who gave up their time to meet in Kibble Park for a photo shoot anyway,” Mr Brasch said.

“By being part of this challenge, the participants changed their face in order to change the face of men’s

heath.

“It was an outstanding effort.”

The Movember challenge will end on November 30, meaning men can shave once again.

Media release, 15 Nov 2013 Paul Brasch, Gosford Business Improvement District

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Not for Profit Organisations Directory Art

iprimus.com.au

Central Coast Art Society Lectures, demonstrations and discussion. Weekly paintouts Tuesdays 4349 5860 for locations Workshops - 4363 1820 9.30am - 12.30pm 1st and 3rd Wed Social Meetings 1.30pm 4th Wed Gosford City Arts Centre.

4325 1420

Rotary Club of Kariong/Somersby International service club improves lives of communities in Australia and overseas. Funfilled activities, fellowship and friendship breakfasts. Phillip House, 21 Old Mount Penang Rd (opp Shell) - Fri 7:15am 4340 4529 kersuebay@philliphouse.com.au

publicity@artcentralcoast.asn.au

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 Central Coast Over 30s Social Group Inc We offer social contact, entertainment events & new friendships for people in their 30’s, 40’s, 50’s & 60’s etc.

Our events range from; Live Music, House Parties, Restaurant Nights, BBQ’s/ Picnics, Trips Away & lots more.

For a FREE calendar call Sharon on 0432 760 272 or email cco30s@live.com.au

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 www.centralcoast.u3anet.org.au

Wyoming Community Centre Programs and activities incl.

Tai Chi, Yoga, Zumba, Blokes Breakfast’s, Community Markets, Out of School Hours Care, Play Group 4323 7483 manager@wyomingcc.org.au

Kariong Neighbourhood Centre ‘A friendly, caring, Safe and Connected Community’ We provide information about local services - Counselling, early childhood nurse, legal advice, computer classes, room hire, equipment hire, advertising, playgroups, friendship groups, Health and fitness groups, parenting groups, cooking classes and zumba.

4340 1724

Neighbourhood Centre. Mthly Meetings, Guest Speaker at Kincumber Hotel 1st Mon 4369 2530

Garden Clubs Erina Heights Garden Club Meet at 10am 3rd Fri each Month Meetings and garden visits informal and friendly.

New members welcome 4384 6750 Australasian Native Orchid Society Cultivation and conservation of Aust Native Orchids. 2nd Wed, Narara Community Centre, 2 Pandala Rd Narara - 8pm 4340 5157 Matcham Garden Club Monthly Meetings and Garden Visits with speakers and discussions relating to rare and unusual plants.

New comers welcome Every 2nd Thur 12noon to 2.30pm 4367 6292 Wamberal Garden Club Inc 10am 3rd Tue related outing following week Visitors Welcome Terrigal Rotary Hall 4384 5193 4385 2205

Health Groups Alcoholics Anonymous If you want to drink, that’s your business.

If you want to stop, that’s our business.

Meet every Sat - Progress Hall Ronald Ave, Wyoming 8pm 4323 3890

Kincumber Neighbourhood Centre • Personal development • Community Garden • Counselling • Meditation Community Care • Support and friendship Dying with Dignity NSW, Services - Central Coast Groups Central Coast Memory lane - Doing things • Music and Movement for Working to give those together Café under 5 suffering unrelievedly from For people with memory • Yoga terminal or incurable illness loss & their carers to enjoy a • Rooms for hire the legal right to request & relaxing coffee morning with 4363 1044 receive medical help to die others experiencing similar Quarterly Meetings circumstances Koolewong, Point Clare 4369 8053 10am to 11.30am & Tascott Progress Caroline Bay Brasserie - East Association GROW - Free Weekly 12 Step Gosford 2nd Wednesday Aims to provide resources for Mental Health Self Help Group 4324 4244 communication.

- Helping thousands to recover Special guests, community from mental health challenges Gosford 50+ Leisure and involvement, heritage, diversity, for more than 55 years to find Learning Centre education, safety and small a GROW group near you call Handicraft, Painting, Knitting, business opportunities.

1800 558 268 or visit Tai Chi, Scrabble, Darts, Point Clare Community Hall www.grow.net.au Table Tennis, Indoor Bowls, 2nd Thurs Bi Monthly.

GROW Groups meet weekly all Patchwork, Yoga, Fitness, 0411 266 325 year round Gentle Swimming, Line Dancing, Cards, Variety Social, Sydney Welsh Choir Meals on Wheels Womens Group, Zumba, Cultural not for profit Delivered meals and flexible Crochet, Computers organisation performing at food options for people with a 4324 4749 concerts and various venues functional disability to promotoe the Welsh 4382 9401 Gosford Politics culture with our singing, also in the Pub performing for charity fund Central Coast Prostate Come and solve the problems raising.

Cancer Support Group of the world over a friendly 4369 3378 (Gosford) drink and a bite to eat. Guest Meet last Friday Month Computer Groups speakers.

Terrigal Uniting Church First Thurs 6pm Dutton’s AACC Computer 380 Terrigal Drive, Terrigal Tavern 161 Mann St, Gosford Club Inc. 9.30am to 12 noon 0438 363 108 www.aacc.asn.au 4367 9600 Help with Computing problems www.pcfa.org.au I AM LOST - Program demos + Q&A Deep Conversations & sessions. Monthly meetings Central Coast Prostate systematic exercises for held from Feb to Nov 2nd Cancer Support Group understanding my self & my Wed Windows 7 to 10pm (Wyong) place in life. Narara Valley H S, Fountains Meet last Monday Month Gurdjieff Society - Ancient and Rd, Narara Wyong Golf Club modern knowledge.

4th Thurs Social + Windows Pacific Highway Wyong 0425 296 783 12.15 – 3.15pm East Gosford 10.30am to 12 noon www.gurdjieff.org.au Progress Hall, Webb Rd 4356 9300 4362 1918 or 4324 2740 www.pcfa.org.au Rotary Club of secretary@aacc.asn.au Gosford North Gambling Solutions A very active community Seniors Computer Club Gambling help counsellors minded club with many projects Central Coast Inc. provide free, confidential, focussed on assisting youth.

Beginners class PC or Mac professional service to If you are keen to support our Mon or Tues. Classes Mon to gamblers, family and friends. great projects, get involved with Fri for most programs – see Available Woy Woy, Kincumber, our fun club or discuss joining, website. 10am – 12md or 1pm Gosford, The Entrance. please contact Graham Black - 3pm Kincumber & District 4344 7992 0410 509 071, grahamblack@

Central Coast Vietnam Veterans Association Yoga Fully qualified with the international yoga teachers association - Kincumber Neighbourhood Centre Friday 11am to 12.30pm $6 per session 0419 126 100

History Groups Brisbane Water Historical Society • Coach tours • School educational tours • Annual Street Stalls • Participation in History Heritage Week Celebration Margaret Pearce 4325 2270 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

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

Special Interest CCLC Bridge Club Duplicate Bridge-partner not required for most sessions. www.cclcbridgeclub.asn.au Central Coast Leagues Club 12.30pm Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri Sat 1.30pm Wed 7.15pm Mon 4323 3456 cclcbridgeclub@westnet.com.au

Women’s Groups Country Women’s Association (CWA) Quilting, patchwork, spinning, knitting, crochet and more 9-2pm Every Fri, Opposite Terrigal Bowling Club 4385 9503 4384 3696 Gosford RSL Ladies Indoor Bowls Social indoor bowls Frid 10am - 2pm RSL Club 4344 5812 0412 773 441 Gosford RSL Sub-branch Women’s Auxiliary Raise money for the welfare of veterans and their families.

RSL Club West Gosford 4th Mon 2pm 4323 7336

Central Coast Handweavers, Spinners Inner Wheel Club of and Textile Arts Guild Gosford North Spinning and weaving, patchwork and quilting, felting Women making a difference Music with friendship, personal and other fibre and fabric service and international crafts, community quiting bees Soundwaves understanding. Social activities - Day and Night Groups Men’s acapella 4 part harmony combined with fund raising for 4325 4743 chorus - for all ages, all local, national and international www.centralcoasthsguild.org.au welcome 7:00pm Mon Central projects. 2nd Wed 7pm Phillip Coast Leagues Club House Kariong Central Coast Campus 0405 030 945 4324 7176 Friends Inc randtbale@bigpond.com gosfordnorthiw@live.com.au Post school learning, Political Party advocacy, dinners, Inner Wheel Club discussions, speakers, awards, Central Coast Greens of Terrigal newsletters and special Branch of Greens NSW, Share friendship, social projects active regarding ecological activities as well as fundraising 4324 0023 sustainability, social and for local, national and sonhopk@bigpond.net.au economic justice, peace and international projects. www.cccampusfriends.org non-violence, grassroots 2nd Tues, 7pm Terrigal Rotary democracy and getting elected Hall, Duffy Road Terrigal Central Coast Potters 3rd Thur 4384 1553 Society centralcoast.nsw.greens.org.au terigalinnerwheel@gmail.com Dedicated to increasing the centralcoastgreens@gmail.com ceramics knowlede, experience Probus Clubs Soroptimist International and skills of members and the Brisbane Water general public.

All Probus clubs have Soroptimists speak for women Running classes, workshops, interesting guest speakers, friendly atmosphere, make new demonstrations, exhibitions and and girls of all nations through awareness advocacy and friends, fellowship. intellectual social events - Annual exhibitions action by supporting national in May and December - Open stimulus, and social activities. and international programs Day in Sept 2nd Thur 6:45pm - Breakers info@ccpotters.org Probus Club of Avoca Country Club, Dover Rd 4324 5343 10.15am 3rd Mon Avoca Wamberal Beach Bowling Club 4367 6331 Indoor Bowls www.probussouthpacific.org/ sibrisbanewater@siswp.org Mixed Social microsites/avocabeach Central Coast Leagues Club 4368 6157 4384 3741 Kincumber View Club Come learn this friendy game For ladies looking for a place for all ages!

Probus Club of Brisbane to make friends. Interesting 5 sessions weekly Water (Gosford) speakers, lunch, bus trips, 4363 2360 43686811 1st Wed 10am - Legacy movie days and home House, Opp Gosford Travel functions. 4th Tues Davistown Swimming Centre RSL Club 11am Friendship Force Central 4365 0044 4369 7363 Coast A travel club with a difference!

Probus Club Terrigal View Club See a country from the West Gosford Luncheon meeting followed inside and change the way 2nd Thur Narara Community by a guest speaker 1st Wed, you see the world.

Centre, 2 Pandala Rd Narara Also outings and functions Travel in small groups and 10am 4362 7227 stay with friends in 370 clubs mthly. Breakers Club Dover Rd Public Speaking Wamberal around the world.

4358 5500 We in turn host small groups Develop confidence by from other clubs. improving your speaking skills.

4399 3625 4388 9435 Meetings are entertaining and www.friendshipforcecentralcoast.asn.au educational.

Coastal Communicators Toastmasters Club 1st and 3rd Sats Avoca Beach Bowling Club 10.15am.

4341 6842 jancummings@y7mail.com

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

Phone 4325 7369

If you would like your Community Organisation listed here, see www.duckscrossing.org/publications. html for the forms or contact COAST Community News on 4325 7369

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Free Christmas craft afternoon in Gosford

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Out & About

The Strides to perform at The Rhythm Hut

osford Presbyterian Church will hold a free Christmas event on Saturday, November 23, from 3:45pm until 6pm, for people of all ages.

Those who attend the event will have the opportunity to make crafty gifts, and enjoy a meal and some family time before the Christmas rush starts.

“I’m sure we’ve all started to think about Christmas but when we’re busy preparing our celebrations, it’s hard to think about the true meaning of Christmas,” event co-ordinator Ms Julie

Wood said.

“At our Christmas Connect, we’ll be thinking about exactly what we’re preparing for.

“We all think of presents at Christmas but at Connect, we’ll also be thinking of the greatest present ever, Jesus.

“It will also be a great chance to make the presents really special by

making them yourselves.”

Some of the crafts on offer will be Christmas card making, Gingerbread nativity scenes and creating Christmas wreaths.

Media release, 12 Nov 2013 Kylee Legee, The Publishing Queen

Carols Under the Stars at the Convict Wall ucketty and District Tidy Bush and Rural Fire Brigade will hold Carols Under the Stars at the Convict Wall on Saturday, December 21, at 6:30pm.

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Now in its 16th year, the Bucketty Carols are famed for “singing in the season” at one of the region’s most historic locations.

Nestled at the intersection of The Great North Rd, George Downs Dr and Settlers Rd, the Convict Wall is a picturesque amphitheatre in the bush.

It marks a magical spot on the 240km convict-built Great North Rd, which runs

from Sydney to Newcastle.

Constructed between 1826 and 1836, the road is a masterpiece of engineering, winding through razorback ridges, sandstone gorges and towering passes.

Special guest band The Ball Brothers will perform on the night and Santa will arrive at 8:30pm in the fire truck with gifts for the kids.

Entry is $10 per adult and children under 18 can

attend for free.

Candles and song sheets will be supplied and many prizes will be raffled.

All proceeds raised from the event will go to Bucketty and District Rural Fire Brigade and Tidy Bush local volunteer organisations.

Media release, 12 Nov 2013 Pam Sahm, Bucketty and District Fire Brigade

voca Beach Surf Life Saving Club and Avoca Artists Inc will hold a bushfire relief benefit concert on Friday, November 22, at the Avoca Beach Surf Club.

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Allen-Scott, Dr Ian and the Charlatans and Musicians Making a Difference.

There will also be an auction, with attendees having the opportunity to win some great prizes.

Net proceeds from the

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With two acclaimed albums under their belt, The Strides’ music builds on the foundations of classic roots reggae with a hip-hop edge.

Their sound brings together modern dance hall, world beats and reggae.

The eight piece have delivered their classic tunes to crowds across the country and have performed on stage with the likes of Julian Marley, Tony Allen and Groundation.

The Strides will be

supported by local favourites Taylor and The Makers.

Doors open at 7pm.

Media release, 13 Nov 2013 Erin Brooks, The Rhythm Hut

The Gosford Diary For events in post code areas 2250, 2260 and 2251 If you’ve got something happening in Gosford LGA area over the next few weeks, let us know about it and we’ll list it here for you, for free. Contact details are on page 2.

Bushfire Relief Benefit Concert at Avoca The event will kick off at 7pm and will feature performances by Liz Martin, The Harlem Swing, Good Times She Wrote and The French Connection.

Also set to perform are Bonnie Grace, Manning

ydney band The Strides will play at The Rhythm Hut on Friday, November 22.

event will go to the NSW Bushfire Appeal.

Email, 9 Nov 2013 Pauline Wright, Bushfire Relief Benefit Concert

ANNOUNCING THE WINNERS OF THE BOOBS & BAGS RAFFLE At the Oyster Festival 10.11.2013 The winners are 1st Prize ticket no.10223 J. White 2nd Prize ticket no.10368 C. Turner EBACC would like to thank all those who supported us on the day

Wednesday Nov 20 Central Coast Potters Society committee meeting, 6:30pm, East Gosford Caution, Love Ahead, 7pm, Youth Arts Warehouse Thursday Nov 21 Caution, Love Ahead, 7pm, Youth Arts Warehouse Friday Nov 22 Bushfire relief concert, 7pm, Avoca Beach Surf Life Saving Club Gallery 209 launch, 4:30pm-7:30pm, Fairhaven The Strides, 7pm, The Rhythm Hut Saturday Nov 23 Let Us Create art exhibition, Bamboo Buddha Gosford Race Club 100 year anniversary dinner, Crowne Plaza, Terrigal Sunday, Nov 24 Avoca Beachside Markets, 9am-2pm, Heazlett Park Foreshore Baby and Kids Market, 9am-12pm, Scholastic Sports Stadium Christmas Craft

Afternoon, 3:45pm-6pm, Gosford Presbyterian Church 5 Lands Experience, 5pm, The Rhythm Hut Monday Nov 25 Central Coast Men’s Interagency White Ribbon breakfast, 7:30am, Wamberal Breakers Tuesday, Nov 26 Real People Doing Real Things Community Building Awards Ceremony, Avoca Beach Surf Club Wednesday Nov 27 Gosford Bush Poets meeting and Christmas party Thursday Nov 28 Central Coast Potters Society Christmas Exhibition, East Gosford Bobby Alu, 7:30pm, The Rhythm Hut Friday Nov 29 Friends of the ABC event, Central Coast Leagues Club Summerland Kings, 8:30pm, Avoca Beach Hotel

Saturday Nov 30 Handmade Craft Market, 9:30am-2:30pm, Scholastic Sports Stadium Rise Up, The Rhythm Hut, Gosford, 11am Beach Fest, Avoca Beach Gosford City Christmas Parade, 11am Central Coast Roller Girls derby, 5pm, Central Coast Youth Club Sunday Dec 1 Central Coast Blues Society jam session, Breakers Country Club, Wamberal, 6pm-9pm Saturday Dec 7 Ourimbah RSL Markets, 10am-2pm Kirtan, 7pm-8:30pm, The Yoga Collection, Terrigal Sunday Dec 8 Christmas Fair, Heazlett Park Foreshore, Avoca, 9am-2pm Dale Watson and His Lonestars, Woodport Inn, Erina

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Bobby Alu returns to The Rhythm Hut

Final Avoca Beachside Markets for 2013 he next Avoca Beachside Markets will be held on Sunday, November 24, from 9am until 2pm at Heazlett Park Foreshore.

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Bobby Alu

ustralian roots musician Bobby Alu will perform at The Rhythm Hut on Thursday, November 28.

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Bobby Alu is the musical alter ego of Charles Wall, an accomplished song writer, multi-instrumentalist and producer.

His Polynesian heritage and passion for world music has resulted in his unique style combining island soul, Afro rhythms, smooth harmony and pop.

An obsession with percussion and drums has further led to the musician becoming one of the most sought-after drummers in the country.

When he is not performing as Bobby Alu, Wall tours the world as a drummer.

He has recently returned from playing drums

with Xavier Rudd on his North American tour and continues to collaborate with progressive roots/ dance trio OKA. Bobby Alu will be supported by Central Coast locals Mariana.

Mariana’s music is a unique blend of pop, reggae and roots, creating a natural

sound that is pleasing to most listeners.

Mariana means tomorrow/future in Spanish and reflected the band’s attitude towards life, the band and the music industry itself.

This will be the final market for the year and will see local bands and buskers perform.

The Avoca Markets Art Tank Project will continue with live interactive stencils now going on to the tank.

On the Avoca Lake, there will be Alymax fishing courses at both beginner and advanced levels.

There will be over 110 stalls selling items such as international foods, art, craft, clothing, jewellery and

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There will be over 65 stalls on the day, featuring quality pre-loved bargains such as clothes, toys, books, shoes, cots, highchairs and prams.

A handful of local businesses will showcase their unique creations for the

first time and for children, there will be face painting, dancing and balloons.

Market manager Ms Imogen Waters said it was wonderful to see parents walking out of the market loaded with gear and

knowing they have been able to set up their nursery for a tenth of the cost of retail prices.

“We get a lot of satisfaction seeing these items go to new homes and knowing they’re not ending

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Baby and Kids Market will celebrate its 10th birthday he Baby and Kids Market will celebrate its 10th birthday on Sunday, November 24, at the Scholastic Sports Stadium, Duffys Rd, Terrigal.

recycled home wares.

Heazlett Park Foreshore will also host the Christmas Fair on Sunday, December 8, from 9am until 2pm.

This will be a free event featuring more than 120 Christmas stalls, Santa, rides and much more.

The Avoca Beachside Markets will return on Sunday, January 19.

up as landfill,” Ms Waters said.

The market runs from 9am until midday and is all indoor, meaning it will take place rain, hail or shine.

Entry is $4 for adults and children can attend for free.

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he next 5 Lands Experience event will be held at The Rhythm Hut on Sunday, November 24.

The night will begin at 5pm with a free drum circle for anyone of any age or stage of life.

It is open to people of all skill levels and drums are provided.

At 6:30pm, The 5 Lands Band will start off the night with some funky, improvised tunes.

All of the band’s music is made up on the spot and the line-up is always varied.

Local group Mariana will be special guests and will play a unique blend of pop, reggae and roots.

The event costs $10 and children under 14 are free.

The 5 Lands Experience is a family, dog and partyanimal friendly event, with food available.

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Brianna places fourth in state eventing competition

entral Coast Roller Girls will hold their next derby bout on Saturday, November 30, at the Central Coast Youth Club at 5pm.

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rianna Bell from the St Phillips C h r i s t i a n College, Gosford, attended the Baxter Boots NSW state Eventing Horse Riding Championships in Goulburn in late October.

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These championships were at a level higher than Brianna normally competes in.

Brianna placed fourth in her division and was named first overall junior rider in her division against tough

Men’s and women’s roller derby challenge at Narara

opposition from professional and senior riders.

This was a massive achievement for a junior eventer like Brianna, who was not expected to place at all.

Newsletter, 7 Nov 2013 Michelle Kelly, St Philip’s Christian College Gosford

The Sydney City Smash, Sydney’s first men’s flat track derby league will be taking on The World, a mixed team comprising players from several leagues all over Sydney.

This game will be at 7pm and will provide attendees with the chance to see how the men do roller derby.

Central Coast Roller Girls captain Kiki Chaos said the

with skaters sporting names such as Cyndi Slaughter, Allure ‘n Kill, Mini Mayhem and Shell Destroyer, is expected to provide action aplenty.

Doors for the derby open at 4pm.

Media release, 12 Nov 2013 Central Coast Roller Girls

Kieran debuts for Fairfield Liverpool

Frost Reserve to be regraded and returfed

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Central Coast supporters were the most vocal by far.

“They are loud and we love them,” she said.

“We are seeing more and more families and kids turn up with posters and team shirts, yelling support for their favourite players.

“It’s fantastic!”

The derby will also see the Astro Naughties up against Voodoo Dollies and,

osford Council has accepted a tender from The Green Horticultural Group Pty Ltd for the regrading and returfing of the Frost Reserve playing fields at Kincumber.

The Green Horticultural Group Pty Ltd has successfully undertaken regrading and returfing

works at Adcock Parks 3 to 7 and are the current field maintenance contractors at Grahame Park.

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Frost Reserve was developed on a reclaimed landfill site and it is typical of these sportsgrounds that the underlying waste was poorly compacted.

It is often the case that the waste decomposes at differing rates, causing undulation in the playing surfaces, poor drainage, diminished visual amenity and significant risk to ground users.

Funding levels within council’s Landfill Rehabilitation Scheme are sufficient to allow the company to carry out the required works in the current financial year.

Gosford Council Agenda ECO.32, 5 Nov 2013

ormer Terrigal cricketer Kieran Elley has made his Sydney first grade debut for Fairfield Liverpool against University of NSW (UNSW).

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Elley starred for his side with 5/54 against the university team.

He also took 2/58 in UNSW’s second innings after UNSW took a first innings win.

Elley continues the trend of Central Coast cricketers making their mark in Sydney.

Media release, 4 Nov 2013 Aidan Cuddington, Central Coast Cricket Association

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

In view of the variations caused by local conditions and meteorological effects, these times are approximate and must be considered as a guide only. They are not to be relied on for critical depth calculations for safe navigation. Actual times of High and Low Water may occur before or after the times indicated

Lukas, 6, diagnosed with actue lymphoblastic leukaemia, wished to be a pirate for a day.

Coast Community News - November 19, 2013 - Page 23

Terrigal Women’s Bowling Club gets into Cup spirit

Moss the man for the Mariners

hil Moss has been officially promoted to the Central Coast Mariners’ head coaching position following Graham Arnold’s departure to Japan’s Vegalta Sendai.

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Moss, 42, had been Arnold’s assistant at the Mariners since mid-2010 and is now set to lead the Central Coast in the club’s top coaching role until the completion of the 2015/16 campaign.

A former national league player, Moss’s coaching career began with Manly United in the NSW Super League.

It was during his established tenure at Manly that Moss first linked with his former Northern Spirit teammate and close friend Arnold in a coaching capacity, working alongside the former Socceroos boss with Australia’s under-23 Team prior to the Beijing Olympics.

Arnold recruited Moss when he signed to replace Lawrie McKinna as coach of the men from Bluetongue Stadium for season six of Australia’s top flight.

Since then the pair, alongside John Crawley and Andrew Clark, have proved to be one of Australia’s most successful and tactically astute coaching combinations.

Moss paid tribute to his mentor and confidant for helping him shape his career and bringing success to the Mariners.

“What Graham has done for this club, the Coast, the playing and coaching staff has been quite remarkable,” Moss said.

“For me, he is a mentor, a father figure, and a man who has left a legacy for football on the Central Coast.

“With Arnie leaving the Hyundai A-League, it will now become evident as to what a great coaching brain the competition has lost.

“But Arnie would be the first to tell me that the show must go on, and it will.”

Moss acknowledged that he has a hard act to follow in the hot seat at Bluetongue Stadium.

However, he said the lessons he has learnt while under the guidance of Arnold ought to hold him in good stead as he commences life in one of the competition’s most coveted roles.

“I am honoured to be just the third coach in Mariners history,” Moss said.

“To have the confidence and backing of our chairman Mr Turnbull and owner Mr Charlesworth to take up the role immediately gives me great belief that I am the right man for the job.

“My main motivation in wanting to take this opportunity is the playing group.

“The culture we have in the dressing room is second to none, and I feel that together we can take it to another level.

“Arnie is big on turning up to work every day with a smile on his face, and with the playing group and staff we have that is a very easy thing to do.

“I have every confidence in the group and know that the motivation and hunger to succeed inside the dressing room is as strong as ever.”

Central Coast Mariners

Group general manager Mr Peter Turnbull said that with Moss entering the top job, the expectation is that the Mariners machine will continue to succeed on the field and develop exciting young players.

“This is an exciting time for the Club,” Mr Turnbull said.

“We have had the successful ‘McKinna era’, an excellent ‘Arnold era’, and now Phil has his chance to establish the ‘Moss era’.

“Phil is particularly well versed and supportive of the Mariners culture, and we know he has learnt a lot under Graham over the past few years.

“As such, we expect with Phil it will be business as usual, as he upholds the values and principles that we believe in and the style and standards that we expect.”

Moss recently coupled his Hyundai A-League assistant coach duties with the role of technical director for the club’s academy pathway.

However, with his new position of head coach confirmed, a new academy technical director will be appointed and announced over the coming weeks.

Moss has also been given the green light to recruit his own assistant coach.

The Mariners will announce the latest addition to the club’s coaching staff in due course.

Media release, 14 Nov 2013 Central Coast Mariners

Sport

Overall winners J Silvia, P Colbran and M Butler with winning horse Purse Strings

ighty-four jockeys and trainers from 10 local stables got into the spirit of the Melbourne Cup for a great day of racing (bowls) at Terrigal Women’s Bowling Club on Friday, November 1.

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The annual Pre Cup Triples Carnival saw much jostling amongst the jockeys in the betting enclosure as they queued to try their luck in the sweepstakes.

The clerk of the course awarded first prize to jockey B Jury and second prize to V Davis for decorating their silks in keeping with the theme of the day.

Race one was the President’s Maiden Handicap, while race two was the Graduation Stakes.

The final event, the coveted Terrigal Cup, put the field of top jockeys to the test to show their true

form.

Each race was run over 11 furlongs (ends), with chief stewards in attendance to ensure the day was conducted as per the rules of lawn bowls.

The overall winner for the day was P Colbran, on Purse Strings, supported by J Silvia and M Butler.

Second place was E Vincent, riding Tried An’ Tested, along with B Harvey and L Morton.

Coming in third was D Ellison on Second Go, with M Walsh and P Thornton also in the saddle.

Dundeal, capably ridden

by C McCardle, brought A Schofield and D Longworth along for the ride and achieved fourth place.

The Pre Cup Triples Carnival also saw six ladies take part in a Fashions on the Field parade.

President of Terrigal Women’s Bowling Club Ms Dianne Fernance said the day was a new, uplifting initiative for the bowling community.

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Adrenathon at Glenworth Valley ver 130 people visited Glenworth Valley on October 19 and 20 to take part in the third year of Adrenathon, the Ultimate Adventure Race.

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Fiji’s Coral Coast Sevens’ champions Red Rock

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powerhouse line up of teams is set to contest the 2013 Fitness First Central Coast Sevens International Rugby Festival to be held on the weekend of October 26 and 27 at Wyong Leagues Club.

Five Fijian teams are set to fly in to contest this year’s event alongside teams from Samoa, Japan and New Zealand in both men and women’s events playing for a total prize pool of $50,000.

A weekend of entertainment is planned for families with all the on-

field action surrounded by a family friendly carnival with amusement rides, face painting, market stalls, cultural performances, international food, an appearance by the NSW Waratahs, music, dance crews and a special performance by X Factor contestant Tee. On-field in the men’s tournament, Flying Fijians Tokatoka Westfield Barbarians are returning to defend their title after sweeping through the 2012 Central Coast event followed on by blitzing the 2012 Fijian domestic circuit.

The Babas will rightfully start favourites for this

year’s event, however, several teams are expected to challenge strongly for the title including Australian powerhouse teams Sunnybank from Queensland and Randwick Rugby Club regarded as one of Australia’s most famous rugby clubs.

The women’s tournament will be also be fiercely contested with defending champions Sunnybank set to face off against the might of New Zealand’s Bay of Plenty in pool rounds.

The tournament will see one of the strongest fields in the Southern Hemisphere forming to contest this year’s event including Japan’s

Kanto Champion Rugirl 7 who have been preparing for the tournament for several months.

International Invitational side The Mamas feature International and Provincial level players from around the world including Norway, Germany, Australia, Uganda amongst the nationalities that will group together to compete at the event showcasing that by being a mother it does not mean having to give up being an elite athlete.

The Te Whanau team semi-finalists in 2012 are expected to feature a number of the World Cup winning Australian Rugby

League team the Jillaroos.

The weekend will feature over 80 explosive matches of rugby sevens and a full weekend of family fun and entertainment with the cultural performances set to be a feature of the weekend

including a traditional Haka and Maori Hangi Feast available at the event.

The tournament is offering free passes to children aged 13 and under via their official Facebook page.

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Teams registered, set up their campsites, and prepared themselves for the upcoming race. The campfire was the next stop where competitors were introduced to the race by AdrenaMan who performed a ritualistic dance that ended with a gong to mark the start.

Armed with checkpoint maps, teams set out into the bush towards the checkpoints; Fun mode and Competitor mode splitting to search out their respective checkpoints.

Challenges found at these checkpoints included mental and physical.

Most memorable of these were the river crossing where competitors were required to cross the river via ropes, water slide, balance cours, nail challenge where competitors were required to balance 12 nails on top of one and the mud trench.

After 12km for Fun mode and 20km for Competitor mode, teams made it back around 3pm from a 10am start.

Lines for showers grew ever longer as the mud congealed.

After the One Day teams finished up their kayak race, beers were cracked open and the campfire grew crowded with hungry campers.

The final challenge of the

day was a bushman cook off with teams given ingredients to create an iconic British dessert.

After the winning dessert was announced, campers retreated to bed for a 6am start the next day.

Woken up to the smell of a breakfast of bacon and egg rolls, teams begun preparing for the kayak race.

Teams divided among themselves to split the laps between them, Fun mode only needed to kayak two laps while Competitor mode took four.

Emerging from the river triumphant and wet, the mystery event was revealed; gather elements from across the valley to create fire.

Unfortunately due to the nature of living in Australia and it being a total fire ban, the fire was replaced with a flare that colored the valley orange.

After all the teams returned to the campsite the scores were tallied and the winners of Fun mode and Competitor mode were announced in the award ceremony.

Runners up also received awards and the rest of the teams were given medallions for participation.

Upon the completion of the award ceremony, campers packed up their campsites and left with keen anticipation for a good long shower.

Adrenathon 2013 conquered, and managed to raise over $1,800 for Make a Wish Australia.

Adrenathon 2014 awaits with the theme of “Battle of the Tribes”.

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Central Coast Special Olympics to compete in Asia Pacific Games Jenni Chapman, Special Olympics Central Coast

ourteen athletes from Special Olympics Central Coast will compete in the inaugural Asia Pacific Games from Sunday, December 1, until Saturday, December 7.

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The games will be held in Newcastle and will host athletes from 32 countries.

Ashley Emerson of

Wyoming and Mitchell Carlin of Tuggerah will contest the aquatics competition and Somersby’s Sandy Caruana will compete in bocce.

Alexander Shepherd of Horsfield Bay and Carley Chapman of Umina have been selected as part of the athletics squad and Niagara Park’s Peter Secomb and Matcham’s Robert Stott will form part of the cricket team.

In football, Central Coast

players include Michael Bird of Kincumber, Brad Perrin of Berkeley Vale, Jordan Cabrita of Woongarrah and Matt Schofield of Avoca Beach.

The ten pin bowling division will be contested

by Vicki Bailey of Berkeley Vale, Tamara Chapple of Killarney Vale and Martin Reidy of Wadalba.

Josh Mantello man of the match Matt Lavin, Wyong Rugby League Club Group

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yong Rugby League Club junior and Newcastle Knights player Josh Mantello starred for Italy in the Azzurri’s first victory against Wales in a Rugby League World Cup match on Sunday, October 27.

Central Coast Grandstand wishes all the Athletes good luck in the Asia Pacific Games

The game was the opening match of Group C of the World Cup and was played before a crowd of 45,052 at Millennium Stadium, Cardiff.

Mantello took the field with well-known NRL and VB NSW Cup players including Anthony Minichello, Aiden Guerra, Mark Minichello, James Tedesco, Chris Centrone and Cameron Ciraldo.

He made an impressive effort in the game, kicking two of his trademark sideline conversions and one penalty goal.

Team coach Carlo Napolitano identified Mantello had a clear advantage due to his height ht and jumping ability.

Many late tackle kick options were sent flying to Mantello’s side of the field where, in one case, he leapt over the opposition to secure the ball.

Mantello was awarded man of the match and finished with a try, a try assist, four goals, two

tackles and a 67 metre run.

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Arnold confirmed as Vegalta boss

Roux selected in All Whites

entral Coast Mariners have confirmed that 2013 Hyundai A-League Championship winning coach Graham Arnold has joined J-League club Vegalta Sendai on a two-season contract.

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Storm Roux has been selected in the senior New Zealand squad

entral Coast Mariner Storm Roux has been selected for his first ever senior New Zealand squad for the All Whites’ 2014 FIFA World Cup playoff against Mexico.

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Roux was born in South Africa and has developed much of his footballing talent in Australia.

However, Roux said he is proud to be a Kiwi.

“I was raised in New Zealand and I am very proud to be a Kiwi, and will be very proud to represent the All Whites if I get a chance,” Roux said.

“I am originally from South Africa and I moved to New Zealand when I was really young.

“Eventually I moved over to Perth, but I grew up in New Zealand.

“I got the opportunity through the [New Zealand] under-20 team and I was very grateful for that opportunity.

“I went over to the

under-20 World Cup with them and I loved it.

“I am very excited to be picked in the team, and excited to get my chance.”

Roux will be joined in camp for the decisive FIFA World Cup playoff by Mariners teammate Michael McGlinchey.

The Cape Town born youngster believes having the experienced McGlinchey alongside him throughout his first international tour will prove invaluable.

He said he thinks the All Whites have what it takes to push the highly regarded Mexicans both in Central America and in the land of the long white cloud.

“Mikey is a great player and a great person as well,” Roux said.

“It will be good to have him in camp as a familiar face.

“I think we’ve got a good shot.

“Obviously we will be playing in front of a hostile crowd in a massive stadium – over 100,000 people are going to be there – so it’s going to be a big challenge for us but I think we will fare well.

“We arrive in Los Angeles and head down to Mexico for the game.

“We go back to Wellington and play on our home turf and hopefully we can get the results.”

Representing the All Whites against Mexico would continue Roux’s rapid rise as a professional, with the 20-year-old having

played just five Hyundai A-League fixtures so far in his career.

Nevertheless, his form this season has been impressive, with Mariners coach Graham Arnold, teammates and media having praised the former Perth Glory youth product for his performances.

“It’s an honour when Arnie says nice things about me,” Roux said.

“A lot of youth have come through the Mariners and done well and gone overseas.

“For him to say I’ve performed well gives me confidence.”

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Wilkinson in surprise Socceroo call-up ormer Central Coast Mariner’s captain, Alex Wilkinson has been selected as part of the Socceroos squad to play Costa Rica on Tuesday, November 19.

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The 29-year-old was a member of the under-17 and under-20 national teams coached by new Socceroos boss Ange Postecoglou, but this is his first call=up to senior level.

Wilkinson said he had feared his chance of playing international football may have passed but he always remained hopeful.

He said he hoped he would have the opportunity to take the field during Tuesday’s game.

“It was a bit of a surprise for me a few weeks ago when I got the call,” Wilkinson said.

“If I can manage to get any time against Costa Rica, that would be great.”

Wilkinson has been playing regularly in Korea every week and he and his team have been going well.

Being able to play in the World Cup would be the pinnacle of Wilkinson’s career.

He said he was ecstatic

to have qualified for the cup.

Although he may not get the chance to play against Costa Rica, Wilkinson said he knew that just attending the game, being part of the squad and watching the team play would be a great opportunity and would help his game.

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Alex Wilkinson Photo: John Dewberry

Arnold flew to Japan on Thursday, November 14, and finalised his deal with the men from Sendai’s Yurtec Stadium upon arrival.

Arnold will commence his time with Vegalta in January and will replace outgoing manager Makato Teguramor, who is transitioning to the position of head coach of Japan’s under-23 national team.

Arnold said the chance to coach in one of Asia’s top leagues, and at a club with grand ambitions, was an opportunity too good to turn down.

“Together at the Mariners, we have achieved a lot over the past three seasons,” Arnold said.

“But just like players, I have the determination and drive to coach at the highest level I possibly can.

“Naturally, this opportunity with Vegalta Sendai excites me.

“The J-League is an amazing competition with quality players, highly professional clubs, and passionate fans.

“I hope to help Sendai achieve success and help pave the way for more Australian coaches to work in top leagues around the world.”

While enthused about his new role, Arnold admitted departing the Mariners comes with an element of sadness.

“I have stated many times in the past how much I love the Mariners and love living on the Central Coast,’ Arnold said.

“There is an amazing culture at the club and I know that the players, staff and management will continue working hard as they aim to achieve the goals that have been set not only for this year, but for the years to come.”

Arnold also gave his backing to the club’s new head coach Phil Moss, who has been his assistant at the Mariners since 2010.

“Phil deserves his opportunity to be a head

coach in the A-League,” Arnold said.

“He is a dedicated professional who understands the culture of the club, has the trust of the players, and has the desire to make the very most of this opportunity.

“I ask the fans to give Phil and the club their full support.”

Throughout the “Arnold era”, Central Coast Mariners won one Hyundai A-League Championship, one Hyundai A-League Premiership and made the last 16 of the 2013 AFC Champions Leagues.

The Central Coast side also qualified for three consecutive AFC Champions Leagues.

Arnold helped the club develop a host of Australia’s brightest footballers – some who remain at the Mariners and some who are now playing in top European and Asian leagues and representing the Socceroos.

Central Coast Mariners Group general manager Mr Peter Turnbull thanked Arnold for his services on behalf of the club’s staff and supporters.

“We would like to officially recognise Graham for his exemplary work and professionalism during his time with us,” Mr Turnbull said.

“He was instrumental in delivering us our second Hyundai A-League Premiership and, of course, our maiden Hyundai A-League Championship.

“He has left a lasting legacy at the Mariners and will go down in club history for all the right reasons.”

Central Coast Mariners are planning to honour Arnold for his contribution to the club at a forthcoming Hyundai A-League fixture at Gosford’s Bluetongue Stadium.

More details are expected to be announced over the coming weeks.

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Media release, 14 Nov 2013 Coast Mariners