COAST Community News 250

10 JULY 2020

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Volunteer motorcyclists’ medical courier service, Blood Bikes Australia, has started up on the Central Coast .

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Central Coast Newspapers is delighted to issue Edition No. 250 of Coast Community News.

It’s been a wild four months, but we are still here. And, not only have we survived (touch wood), but in the past 6 months we have doubled the circulation of the Coast News across 200 distribution points.

We want to thank you, the Central Coast Community and all our distribution partners, for all your support this past year and assure you that we remain committed to fulfilling the critical role of the free press in a democracy, keeping you informed and supporting local business growth.

A major air show being planned for May 2021 at Warnervale Airport has the potential to boost aviation tourism.

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Mystery clearing of Darkinjung site Mystery surrounds the unauthorised clearing of a tract of land at Kariong owned by Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council (DLALC) and earmarked for a controversial 70-home housing development.

The proposed development, adjacent to environmentally sensitive and culturally significant land on Woy Woy Rd, has been the subject of heated debate in recent weeks and crossed its first major hurdle with the Joint Regional Planning Panel determining last week it has strategic and site specific merit.

But founder of Coast Environment Alliance (CEA), Jake Cassar, said he had noticed several large cleared areas on the subject site last weekend.

“My heart just sank when I saw the carnage in an area well known for its endangered plants and animals,” he said.

“Someone had taken some kind of large machinery and just ploughed through the extremely sensitive bushland.

“It was devastating.”

Cassar said several hundred

listed koala habitat trees had been knocked over and piled up as if ready to be burned in an act of “mindless environmental vandalism”.

DLALC Chairperson, Matthew West, said it had come to Darkinjung’s attention some

time ago that illegal clearing had occurred at the site.

“Darkinjung wishes to make it clear that at no time did we authorise any internal or external party to begin land clearing at this site,” West said.

He said Darkinjung had been falsely accused of being responsible for illegal clearing perpetrated by trespassers.

“As a result, Darkinjung has instigated a legal investigation to determine who the person or entity responsible for the illegal land clearing is in order to see justice served,” he said.

Meanwhile, West said last week’s decision by the Regional Planning Panel was a “significant step on Darkinjung’s journey to determine its own future for its lands”.

“It’s crucial for our community that our lands play an active role in ensuring a brighter future not just for our people, but the whole Central Coast community,” he said.

“This proposal would preserve more than half the site in its pristine ecological state.

“This conservation land will also act as a significant buffer between our development footprint and the Bambara Aboriginal Cultural landscape.”

But with a planning proposal yet to be prepared and submitted for a Gateway determination, Cassar said the

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fight was far from over.

If supported at Gateway the proposal would follow the usual planning proposal process including more detailed studies (if required), agency, Council and community consultation.

The planning proposal would see 7.1ha of the 13.2ha site remain zoned E2 environmental conservation.

Cassar said the 5,000 member CEA had received notification from Aboriginal stakeholders that the land is “extremely culturally significant to them” and would continue to oppose the development.

“You can already see the endangered ecological plant communities known as hanging swamps clinging on to life next to the land that has been ravaged,” he said.

Cassar claimed the panel had made its decision without having any knowledge of the threatened flora and fauna on the site, bushfire hazards, or what the Central Coast community thinks of the proposal.

Terry Collins

Central Coast businesses are becoming increasingly worried about their future as the end date for the JobKeeper supplement looms..

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Sport

Gosford tennis superstar, Nick De Vivo, endured in a tantalisingly tight final of the Gosford Tennis Club’s (GTC) U18 boys UTR event against Wyong rival, Riley Courtney.

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Road works on the Peninsula totalling $1.4 million have received State and Federal funding.

Members of the Central Coast mountain biking community have hit back at calls to have mountain biking disallowed.

Jake Cassar, CEA

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NSW Planning Minister , Rob Stokes and DLALC Chairman, Matt West

Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council (DLALC) has hit back at claims by community group Coast Environmental Alliance (CEA) that its proposal for a major housing development on Woy Woy Rd at Kariong is "disgraceful”.

CEA founder, Jake Cassar said he was alarmed at the lack

Indigenous community split over Darkinjung development aspirations

of community consultation on the proposal, which would see 70 properties developed on what he says is an extremely ecologically and culturally sensitive area.

“They are planning to clear an area of largely untouched bushland right next to the area known as Bambara, with the majority of the site being surrounded by National Park,”

Cassar said.

“This is the area that our community battled for years to have protected in the surrounding National Park.

"Both the Aboriginal and nonAboriginal community worked tirelessly side by side for many years to eventually have this area listed as a National Park, and after around a decade of community actions, we

succeeded.

“Bambara is officially protected and registered as Kariong Sacred Lands, due to it being an Aboriginal site of significance – the DLALC themselves nominated the area for declaration as an Aboriginal Place to ensure recognition and protection.

According to Cassar, the Bambara area is internationally

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Councillors voted at their meeting on June 22 to apply the 2.6% rise allowed by the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal.

The increase will take effect from July and will be incorporated into the ordinary and special rates across both the former Gosford and Wyong council areas.

Rate notices will include an insert on how to apply for hardship assistance.

Mayor Lisa Matthews said that while the rate rise comes at a time of uncertainty, Council has put in place processes to assist residents in meeting their obligations.

“It was an extremely difficult and emotive discussion as raising rates at this time was not an easy decision,” Cr Matthews said.

“As a Council, we’re well aware of the challenging economic conditions Central Coast residents are currently experiencing.”

Cr Matthews said only 23

people applied for assistance the last time the rate notice went out but Council fully expected community members to take them up on the offer this time.

“I would certainly encourage all residents to contact our customer service team and investigate the hardship options we have put in place to assist the community,” she said.

“Council remains committed to delivering on key community projects and the revenue raised from ratepayers will help us serve the community by providing great customer experience, value for money

and delivering on quality services.”

She said it was hard to ask for help but even the Council was asking for help.

It was asking the State Government for a $400,000 grant to help pay for the cost of running the new Local Planning Panel.

Council is forecasting revenue of $335.5M from ratepayers over the next 12 months.

The increase will bring in a potential addition of $4.4M in revenue from last year.

Special rate levies are long term levies that will be used to help fund Gosford CBD

Almost $1 million of this will be spent in Woy Woy Rd. The road pavement will be upgraded in Woy Woy Rd near Wattle Cr, Phegans Bay, and “audio” edge and centre

lines installed, at a total cost of $305,000.

At Culgoa Rd, Horsfield Bay, a painted median barrier will be installed, with non-skid pavement, shoulder widening around the curve and enhanced warning signs at a cost of $513,000.

Near Nagari Rd, Woy Woy, the road pavement will be upgraded,

audio edge and centre lines will be installed, together with vehicle activated signs, at a cost of $165,000.

A total of $238,000 will be spent in Blackwall Rd, Woy Woy. A raised pedestrian threshold and crossing will be installed with electronic signage at a cost of $130,000.

Pedestrian “safety improvements” will be made for 300 metres and a raised pedestrian crossing installed at a cost of $108,000; A total of $180,000 has been allocated over two years, for improvements to corner of Mt Ettalong Rd with Hobart Ave. The project is expected to be

designed in 2020-21 at a cost of $50,000, with construction of the shoulder widening, median separation and upgraded road pavement at a cost of $130,000 taking place in 2021-22.

The project aims to reduce the likelihood and severity of crashes.

SOURCE: Central Coast Council agenda 2.4, 9 Jun 2020

The Central Coast lost one of its greatest champions when former Member for Gosford and Gosford Mayor Malcolm Brooks passed away on June 19 at the age of 90.

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A social media policy, referred to by some Central Coast councillors as a “gag order” was adopted at Council’s meeting on June 22 to be reviewed.

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Improvements, Gosford parking and other projects in The Entrance, Wyong and Toukley areas as well as business and tourism development.

A push by Cr Greg Best and Cr Troy Marquart to keep rates at the current level was defeated.

Council will hold an extraordinary meeting next Monday night, June 29, to adopt the draft operational plan and budget which explains how Council will spend its money next financial year.

Source: Agenda Item 2.5 Central Coast Council meeting, Jun 22

Sport

The New Zealand Warriors have dumped coach Steve Kearney after just four matches into the NRL season restart.

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The most recent was on Sunday, June 14.

Two more are planned for Thursday, July 2, and Sunday, July

12, from 10am for an hour each day.

The group will also be at the park when Central Coast Council’s Landcare team plans to coordinate a National Tree Day activity on Sunday, August 2.

The event is expected to include planting on site, giveaways of native plant seedlings and a sausage sizzle.

“Residents receiving seedlings at each site will be asked to plant them within their property boundaries rather than in road reserves,” according to a report prepared for the May 11 Council meeting by council’s environmental manager Mr Luke Sulkowski.

“Encouraging planting within road reserves without direct guidance is challenging due to the

potential risks to the community member working unsupervised on a Council roadside, and the presence of underground infrastructure that could be impacted from the tree.”

The event “will be dependent on restrictions applying as a result of the current Covid-19 pandemic in August”.

The report related the event

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Wyong RSL Club is likely to merge with the Mounties Group Club Wyong and Mounties Group (Mt Pritchard and District Community Club) are still in discussions but an announcement of amalgamation is likely in about a month.

The two clubs have been negotiating since March about a potential amalgamation, following Wyong RSL Club advertising for expressions of interest from clubs interested in a merger.

Ten responses were received initially and two responses were withdrawn.

The Board of Wyong RSL considered the remaining eight expressions of interest and chose Mounties Group as the preferred partner to pursue amalgamation discussions.

Mounties Group Chief Executive Officer, Dale Hunt, said the two clubs were moving towards a Memorandum of Understanding over the next couple of months.

Hunt said Mounties Group had always kept its eye on the Central Coast.

“About five percent of our members now live on the Central Coast after their retirement and they have a real loyalty to Mounties and this is an opportunity for them to again have their home club and all the services we bring,” he said.

“We don’t push our way into areas and when Wyong RSL

Lansvale; Fairfield Bowling Club; Manly Bowling Club and Harbord Diggers.

“The difference between us and other club groups is that every one of our clubs has its own personality, its own identity to match their community, we don’t try to cookie cut them.

“Clubs play a vital role in a community and I think they are really underestimated.”

Hunt said Club Wyong would retain its name and all the sub

clubs and associations within the club would remain.

“We are a community club and we’ll be investing back into the community through grants and sponsorships to community and sporting groups,” he said.

Mounties Group has issued a notice to members of Intent to Amalgamate as a Parent Company and both clubs have informed members that prior to the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding, they will be provided with details of the other clubs which expressed

an interest and why Mounties was chosen as the preferred party.

Also, details of the other clubs will be disclosed in planned information meetings and will also be disclosed in the Notice of Meeting to vote on the amalgamation.

No one from Club Wyong was available for interview.

Source: Club Wyong website Interview, Jun 29 Dale Hunt, Mounties Group Reporter: Sue Murray

Central Coast WetlandsPioneer Dairy is the premium birdwatching place on the Coast, says spokesperson for Central Coast Birding Group, Allen Benson.

It’s hard to believe though, that the twitchers’ paradise might well have been a power station if community groups hadn’t stepped in to save it many years ago.

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Photo: Daniel McKeon

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Council leads in digital DA innovation A fundraiser to support a little girl from Wadalba is underway.

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Sport

Warnervale’s Joey Walton will make his debut with the NSW Waratahs this Friday (July 3).

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It has been touted for months, but the new streamlined online lodgement system is now firmly place, with Minister for Customer Service Victor Dominello joining Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, and Council CEO Gary Murphy in Gosford for the announcement, Crouch said ePlanning would see an end to the days of having to fill in piles of paperwork and travel to a council building to lodge a DA. “This transforms the way people on the Central Coast access the planning system,” he said.

“The experience from some councils that have already

Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, Central Coast Council CEO, Gary Murphy, and Customer Service Minister Victor Dominello at the announcement

adopted the online system shows that DA processing times are being slashed by more than half.

“With significant future population growth in our community, it’s important that we all work to make the planning process as hasslefree, transparent and simple as possible.”

Dominello said there would be a transitional stage for the next six months as Council

starts accepting and processing DAs, complying development certificates and post-consent certificates via the NSW Planning Portal.

From December 31 it will be mandatory for all of these applications and PCA appointments to be completed on the Portal.

“This initiative puts the customer at the centre of the DA process by eliminating paperwork, allowing

applications to be submitted anywhere in real-time, avoiding delays and boosting transparency,” he said.

“It is far safer in this COVID environment and one of the most important elements is transparency.”

Dominello said increasing numbers of people had become more online savvy during COVID-19 but that those who struggled with the technology could be walked through the

process at Council chambers.

Central Coast was one of the first councils to put its hand up to be part of the new system.

Murphy said Council staff had embraced the new procedures and the system had gone online prior to the July 1 deadline.

“We could see this was the way of the future and we wanted to be ahead of the game,” Murphy said.

“This will cut out a lot of paper and the process will be a lot better for the customer.

“People can go online to the portal and see the status of their application so the visibility of seeing where things are up to is very good.

“We also want people who might be uncomfortable with eplanning to know that we will help them through the process.”

Source: Media release, Jul 1 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch Media conference, Jul 1

Volunteer motorcyclists’ medical courier service, Blood Bikes Australia, has started up on the Central Coast .

Construction will begin soon on a new primary school at Warnervale, with Richard Crookes Constructions awarded the contract for main works construction.

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Tyne Hamilton with fellow NPWS staff members on the job

Residents wanting to lodge a development application (DA) with Central Coast Council can now do so from the comfort of their own home, with the official launch on July 1 of the State Government’s new ePlanning initiative.

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Hardys Bay Club is making plans to reopen with a new community focussed business model after being forced to close.

Women wanted on NPWS frontline Continued page 16

See page 31 Black-necked Stork, also known as Jabiru

News

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With 125 new roles on offer across the state, women are especially being encouraged to join at the frontline to break down the misconception that field roles are too physically demanding for women to consider.

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The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is calling on Central Coast women to help protect national parks and threatened wildlife.

Families disadvantaged under the COVID-19 restrictions have received grocery hampers.

Club Wyong

called for expressions of interest, we saw it as a great opportunity.

“We believe we do clubs pretty well and if we can bring that quality up to the Coast then the whole Coast benefits and our members up there do as well.”

Mounties Group comprises seven clubs – Mt Pritchard and District Community Club; Triglav, a Slovenian club in St Johns Park; Mekong, a Vietnamese cultural club in Cabramatta; Club Italia at

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Demolition work on the old Union Hotel on the corner of Mann and Donnison Streets began this week.

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SOURCE: Social media, 18 June 2020 Umina Community Group Central Coast Council agenda 6.3, 11 May 2020

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to the Council’s Community Strategic Plan aim to “educate the community on the value and importance of natural areas and biodiversity and to encourage community involvement in caring for our natural environment”.

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Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, has responded to demands from the State Opposition.

Wetlands-Pioneer Dairy is a twitchers’ paradise

Working bees weed and mulch Runway Park gardens The Umina Community Group has been holding a series of working bees to weed and mulch gardens at the Runway Park in Trafalgar Ave, Woy Woy.

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famous and attracts thousands of tourists each year with the Kariong Egyptian-style Hieroglyphs featured on the History Channel.

"If this proposal were to go ahead it would come within 20 metres of known Aboriginal engraving sites.

Council rates to rise Despite recent overtures to households struggling with the coronavirus, Central Coast Council is set to increase rates by 2.6% from July 1, forecast to raise an additional $4.4M from local ratepayers.

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On June 28, dozens of locals flocked to headlands around the Central Coast to witness the northern whale migration.

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Warnervale airshow proposed

A small team of local artists has created a mural painting in Budgewoi celebrating the theme, Unity in Diversity.

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Photo: Paul Bennet Airshows

A major air show and festival being planned for Central Coast Airport at Warnervale in May 2021 has the potential to boost aviation tourism and create a new regional event attracting thousands of spectators.

Adventure flight and aviation event company, Paul Bennet Airshows, is seeking approval

for the two-day event from Central Coast Council, which owns the airport.

A festival type arrangement is being planned with food vendors, static displays, family amusements and roaming performers, headlined by daring aerobatic displays.

The organisers expect the venture to draw a crowd of about 10,000 people to the

airport over the course of two days and to be an economic boost to the area.

Aside from potentially kicking off a new regional event, if Central Coast Air Show takes off, it will also bring attention to the Warnervale airport as a significant asset and piece of regional infrastructure, after the site was absent from Council’s Local Strategic Planning Statement (LSPS).

The airport was the subject of many community submissions to the LSPS from residents, both for and against, wanting clarity about the role that the airport will play in the Coast’s future.

Central Coast Aero Club (CCAC) is the principal user of the airport and the Coast’s only aviation tourism providers.

President, Andrew Smith,

believes that the Central Coast Air Show could be just the thing to kickstart aviation tourism on the Coast.

According to Smith, scenic joy flights are the Coast’s only major form of aviation tourism, with the flights an exhilarating way to experience the region’s sweeping hinterlands and stunning coastline.

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Funds allocated to ease Carters Rd congestion Some positive actions are afoot for Central Coast Council to resolve traffic congestion and parking problems in Carters Rd, Lake Munmorah.

Council has allocated $650,000 in the 2020-21 operational budget for stage one of a car park and road upgrade which will go to the July 27 meeting for adoption.

A Council spokesperson said options to improve traffic and parking in Carters Rd were being developed, including

Mayor Lisa Matthews has signalled a strong push will come from Central Coast Council for the Coast to play a key role in hosting teams and events during the 2023 FIFA Womens’ World Cup. See page 40

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additional car parking adjacent to Lake Munmorah High School.

Also, Council is now liaising with Ausgrid regarding a licence for the existing car park in Carters Rd, a move Ausgrid has been trying to resolve for years.

In March, Swansea MP, Yasmin Catley, put out yet another call to Council to take responsibility for the car park which Ausgrid built in 2012 on a vacant lot next to its substation, at the request of the community.

She said since 2015, Ausgrid had attempted to lease the car park to Council on a 50-year lease for the peppercorn rent of $1 per year.

“Council kept resisting and Ausgrid eventually said the car park would be closed, but we couldn’t allow that to happen, and I met with Council staff about a month ago to discuss a way forward,” Catley said.

Traffic congestion and lack of parking has been causing chaos in Carters Rd for many years.

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Health

The NSW Government has announced a new $388M funding package to tackle the state’s elective surgery backlog.

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Sport

This year’s Toowoon Bay Ocean Swim (TBOS) has been cancelled.

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It’s been a wild four months, but we are still here. And, not only have we survived (touch wood), but in the past 6 months we have doubled the circulation of the Coast News across 200 distribution points.

We want to thank you, the Central Coast Community and all our distribution partners, for all your support this past year and assure you that we remain committed to fulfilling the critical role of the free press in a democracy, keeping you informed and supporting local business growth.

A major air show being planned for May 2021 at Warnervale Airport has the potential to boost aviation tourism.

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Mystery clearing of Darkinjung site Mystery surrounds the unauthorised clearing of a tract of land at Kariong owned by Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council (DLALC) and earmarked for a controversial 70-home housing development.

The proposed development, adjacent to environmentally sensitive and culturally significant land on Woy Woy Rd, has been the subject of heated debate in recent weeks and crossed its first major hurdle with the Joint Regional Planning Panel determining last week it has strategic and site specific merit.

But founder of Coast Environment Alliance (CEA), Jake Cassar, said he had noticed several large cleared areas on the subject site last weekend.

“My heart just sank when I saw the carnage in an area well known for its endangered plants and animals,” he said.

“Someone had taken some kind of large machinery and just ploughed through the extremely sensitive bushland.

“It was devastating.”

Cassar said several hundred

listed koala habitat trees had been knocked over and piled up as if ready to be burned in an act of “mindless environmental vandalism”.

DLALC Chairperson, Matthew West, said it had come to Darkinjung’s attention some

time ago that illegal clearing had occurred at the site.

“Darkinjung wishes to make it clear that at no time did we authorise any internal or external party to begin land clearing at this site,” West said.

He said Darkinjung had been falsely accused of being responsible for illegal clearing perpetrated by trespassers.

“As a result, Darkinjung has instigated a legal investigation to determine who the person or entity responsible for the illegal land clearing is in order to see justice served,” he said.

Meanwhile, West said last week’s decision by the Regional Planning Panel was a “significant step on Darkinjung’s journey to determine its own future for its lands”.

“It’s crucial for our community that our lands play an active role in ensuring a brighter future not just for our people, but the whole Central Coast community,” he said.

“This proposal would preserve more than half the site in its pristine ecological state.

“This conservation land will also act as a significant buffer between our development footprint and the Bambara Aboriginal Cultural landscape.”

But with a planning proposal yet to be prepared and submitted for a Gateway determination, Cassar said the

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fight was far from over.

If supported at Gateway the proposal would follow the usual planning proposal process including more detailed studies (if required), agency, Council and community consultation.

The planning proposal would see 7.1ha of the 13.2ha site remain zoned E2 environmental conservation.

Cassar said the 5,000 member CEA had received notification from Aboriginal stakeholders that the land is “extremely culturally significant to them” and would continue to oppose the development.

“You can already see the endangered ecological plant communities known as hanging swamps clinging on to life next to the land that has been ravaged,” he said.

Cassar claimed the panel had made its decision without having any knowledge of the threatened flora and fauna on the site, bushfire hazards, or what the Central Coast community thinks of the proposal.

Terry Collins

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Gosford tennis superstar, Nick De Vivo, endured in a tantalisingly tight final of the Gosford Tennis Club’s (GTC) U18 boys UTR event against Wyong rival, Riley Courtney.

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Report into koala population could be a ‘gamechanger’ to protect habitat A report from the NSW Upper House Inquiry into the State’s Koala Populations and their Habitat was released recently but long time campaigner for the protection of koalas on the Central Coast, Jake Cassar, has expressed disappointment that the region is not specifically mentioned.

“We have areas listed by the Federal Government as Areas of Regional Koala Significance (ARKS) and we don’t even get a mention in the report,” Cassar, who is founder of Coast Environmental Alliance (CEA), said.

“There are several large developments in the pipeline that threaten some of the last bastions for our critically endangered local koala populations.

“If the Government is truly serious about stopping koalas from becoming extinct in NSW, they need to put a moratorium on all developments that threaten koala habitat, and work with land owners to

ensure that they too are treated fairly and equitably.

“The bottom line is; if our elected representatives don’t show true leadership here, and make protecting koalas of the highest priority, it will likely spell the end for this iconic little Aussie battler.”

Several of the Coast’s koala populations were also severely impacted by bushfires late last year and early this year.

Even so, Inquiry Committee Chair Cate Faehrmann has described the report as a gamechanger which urges the State Government to be proactive in protecting koala habitats and provide support for local councils in preserving colonies.

“What became crystal clear during this inquiry was that without urgent government intervention the koala will become extinct in NSW before 2050,” Faehrmann said.

“The report found that habitat loss and fragmentation was the biggest threat to koalas, yet at every turn we were handed evidence that showed our current laws are inadequate and facilitating the clearing of

core koala habitat.

“There must be a significant increase in koala habitat protected from logging, mining, land clearing and urban development.”

Shadow Environment Minister, Kate Washington, said the impact of the last bushfire season had made the plight of the state’s koalas more urgent and praised several of the report’s recommendations including: collaboration between the NSW Chief Scientist, the NSW Koala Advisory Panel, and Forestry Corporation to establish an agreed method to count koalas; the urgent prioritisation of koala habitat and wildlife corridors and more support for community organisations to regenerate corridors; and additional support for local councils to develop and implement their own koala management plans.

Various Wildlife organisations have applauded the findings.

World Wide Fund for NatureAustralia Senior Manager, Clearing and Restoration, Stuart Blanch, said the report was strong, comprehensive

and timely and the Government should act on its recommendations.

“The NSW Government has improved koala habitat mapping, strengthened the planning policy for protecting koala habitat, and supported farmers and communities who care for koalas,” he said.

“But koalas are fast heading towards extinction across vast areas of the state and relying on National Parks alone as a conservation intervention simply will not be enough.

“The NSW Government has failed to stop core koala habitat being bulldozed on private land or chopped down in coastal state forests.”

Blanch said the federal government must also play a role.

The Nature Conservation Council said there were fewer than 30,000 koalas in the wild and habitats were being bulldozed and chain-sawed “at an alarming rate”.

The council supported the report’s call for more dedicated koala reserves.

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Council seeks bio-certification of Darkinjung’s Somersby development Darkinjung owned land that Central Coast Council had hoped to buy to add to its Coastal Open Space System (COSS) is now the subject of a rezoning proposal to allow residential development.

The Darkinjung planning proposal seeks land rezonings which would permit developing the site at 250 Reeves St, Somersby, with 14 lots of land of about 2 hectares each.

Each lot would include land for a house but also land to remain as bush under environmental protection.

The area is reportedly home to endangered ecological communities of wildlife and vegetation.

The planned development has history with Council.

In August 2019 Council outlined concerns with the Reeves St proposal including the impact on the regional biodiversity corridor, biocertification, and development within a proposed E2 Environmental Conservation lands.

It identified the site for possible acquisition for COSS due to its significant environmental and cultural values.

In November, Council ceded its planning authority for both

the Reeves St proposal and the Darkinjung’s Woy Woy Rd site at Kariong.

On June 1 this year however, the NSW Department of Planning requested Council provide comment on the

proposal within 21-days.

Council asked for an extension so it could consult with councillors, but this was not granted.

After missing the three-week deadline, Council advised its

response to the Department of Planning was late because councillors wanted a briefing before it was submitted.

A report to councillors tabled for the meeting on July 13 says that council generally supports

the rezoning plan but wants to see a Development Control Chapter drafted and a plan of management for the ‘no build’ areas within the proposal.

It wants further talks to ensure the orderly and sustainable development of the environmentally sensitive land.

Council is suggesting biocertification for the entire site to streamline future development applications for the site.

It is worried that no build areas will still be cleared to cater for bushfire buffer zones and on site sewage systems and is suggesting a new chapter of a development control plan is needed.

The Darkinjung is the largest non-Government landholder on the Central Coast with 3,700 hectares of land and a new State Government planning framework introduced last year allows the land to be used in a variety of ways, including residential development, employment lands and conservation plans.

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Blood runners – motorcycle volunteers deliver life support Volunteer motorcyclists’ medical courier service, Blood Bikes Australia, has started up on the Central Coast, and is actively looking for healthcare providers and volunteers to join the organisation.

The primary purpose of the service is to assist in the transportation of lifesaving supplies between hospitals, medical centres and anywhere else they are needed.

Blood Bikes Australia is run entirely free of charge with an aim to alleviate costs placed upon health care services.

This money can then be spent on other health areas or on further research.

The unique group was started up in Australia by avid Queensland motorbike rider, Peter Davis, who was inspired

by Blood Bikes in the UK and Ireland.

“When a mate told me about Blood Bikes Scotland, I thought well I am retired now, and I love riding my bike,” Davis said.

“I thought I could ride and do some good at the same time almost like here is an excuse to ride.”

Initially, Davis was solely

Bob and Kelly Holloway are all set to start delivery on the Central Coast

transporting blood, but this has expanded to all manners of pathology, medicines and equipment.

Donor breast milk is yet to be added to the list.

The organic material is carried between locations in a standard-sized insulated and cooled blood box which is attached to the bike.

The box can keep the blood cool for up to eight hours in

35-degree heat.

Davis is steadily expanding the service throughout Australia and although it is only new to the Coast, the region has six volunteers ready to help.

A requirement in joining is to complete an online training course through Blood Safe on Blood Delivery Training, before being supplied with a uniform.

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training and two of them are Robert and Kelly Holloway of Kincumber.

Bob Holloway said he was keen to get started.

“We are just really starting to build up a network of connections,” he said.

“It is just in its infancy at the moment.”

His reasoning behind joining the group stems from his own

personal connection to the blood donation industry after he fought a battle with leukaemia.

“When I got leukaemia, I got copious amounts of blood for transfusions,” he said.

“I kissed every bag of blood I got, and I thought somehow, I have got to give this back.

“So, I started up this thing called Bob’s Blood Angels which is a Facebook page encouraging people to donate blood.

“Four months ago [Blood Bikes Australia] popped up and I thought it was such a great steppingstone for Bob’s Blood Angels to continue on the goodwill.

“Blood transportation is usually done by the courier system in the hospital, but when they are desperate and have not got enough couriers, they actually have to hire cabs.

“These cabs can cost them anywhere between $100 and $200, depending on where they are going to.”

Currently, there are 75 volunteers in all states across Australia, including the ACT. Davis said there is no cost to the health care system in using

the service because volunteers are required to supply a motorcycle, work in their own time, and pay for all tolls and petrol.

Holloway has been in contact with some health care services around the Central Coast, but since COVID-19 poses a risk on his health, the process has slowed down.

Both Davis and Holloway have emphasised that their challenge is getting health care services on board which is why they are encouraging providers who would like to be involved to contact them via their Facebook page “[Volunteers] need to reach out to their local hospital and say hey I am your Blood Bikes Australia representative for this particular hospital,” Holloway said.

“And then if they get called out, they go straight to the hospital, pick up whatever (they need to), take it to where (it needs) to go and enjoy the ride and do some good.”

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More trees to go Central Coast Council has revealed its plans for the redevelopment of Sun Valley Park at Green Point, but residents are not entirely happy with the proposal.

Sun Valley Park at Green Point

In particular, residents are concerned over the proposed removal of 10 trees,the relocation of the existing toilet block and the removal of the well-used graffiti wall.

Although Council says its preliminary consultation involved engagement with schools, childcare centres, seniors’ groups, people with disabilities, the general community and other relevant community organisations, Green Point Residents’ Association said it had not been involved in any discussions before the concept plan was developed.

“We have put in a submission to Council outlining our concerns, but have received no response,” Association President, Johan Luidens, said.

“We have concerns around what effects the planned flying fox, which appears to be crossing the nearby creek, will have on the waterway and its inhabitants.

“We also have reservations about the proposed removal of trees and possible traffic effects

and have asked for more information on whether green space on Dalgety Crescent will remain and the proposed removal of the graffiti wall.”

Environmentalist Joy Cooper said her main concern with the proposal was the plan to remove 10 trees from the site.

“Why does this always have to be the case?” she said.

“There were trees recently removed on public land, on the road reserve, for the nearby subdivision and there was the huge clearing with that subdivision.

“Surely the design could be created to preserve the trees which are already there; those trees are a green haven for the remaining wildlife.”

Cooper said the proposed relocation of the existing toilet block seemed unnecessary, with a refit of the toilet block more financially viable.

Plans to remove the existing graffiti wall were also problematic, she said.

“Have those who use the legal graffiti wall been consulted?” she said.

“The wall is very well used for graffiti and by other artists.

“Gosford Council led the way with the installation of that wall

and it is very well used.

“Has there been any consideration as to where these artists will legally create their work?”

But a Council spokesperson said the concept plan was intended to provide a safe, functional and inclusive regional play space with play equipment, park furniture, connective pathways, landscaping, shade and fencing as well as an upgrade to the existing amenities building, basketball courts and carpark.

“During two rounds of engagement held late 2019 and early 2020, the community told Council what they wanted to see in the plans and designs,” the spokesperson said.

“This extensive feedback was used to create the concept plans and Council is now progressing planning for construction to start in September.”

The spokesperson said following an extensive assessment of the trees across the site, 10 trees had been identified for removal due to their poor condition, safety risk or location.

“As part of the project, Council will be undertaking additional landscaping works to offset the tree removal and improve the

aesthetic and environmental value of the site,” the spokesperson said.

“The existing public amenities were assessed during the preliminary stages of the project and it was determined that whilst the ageing infrastructure is highly utilised it does not provide any accessible toilet facilities.

“To ensure Council is meeting the needs of the community a new toilet block has been designed including a new accessible adult change facility, as well as unisex accessible toilet and male and female ambulant toilets.

“The upgraded carpark will also provide a Disability Discrimination Act compliant path of travel to the new amenities building with accessible parking and bus drop/ off pick up bay within close proximity.”

The spokesperson said the graffiti wall was being demolished as part of the basketball court upgrade.

“A new graffiti wall will not be included within the playspace due to conflicting user needs with multiple user groups regularly visiting the site.”

Terry Collins

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Local Planning Panel State government changes the rules In November 2019, Minister for Planning, Rob Stokes, gave a direction that Central Coast Council must constitute a Local Planning Panel (LPP).

This seemed to be the last step in the State government effectively taking planning powers away from our community and our Council. Central Coast Council has consistently opposed moves by the State government to force a local planning panel on our region.

LPPs were previously called IHAPS (Independent Hearing and Assessment Panels) and introduced in Sydney and Wollongong only. In 2018, the former Minister for Planning,Anthony Roberts,commissioned a review of LPPs. One of the recommendations was to consider introducing a panel for the Central Coast and Newcastle.

Both the Mayor of Newcastle and myself attended a meeting with staff from Minister Stoke’s office to demonstrate that a LPP was not needed - that both areas were meeting targets set by the State government in terms of developments. In spite of this the NSW government forced a planning panel on the

Central Coast (only). I am confident that the individuals on the LPP are well qualified to carry out their functions, however they are not best placed to represent the interests of our community and are not accountable to our residents.

Planning is of fundamental importance to our future. It shapes our communities and places - it determines where we live and work, infrastructure needs, transport, open space, natural areas and facilities. Decisions, both large and small, can have an impact.

Central Coast Council constituted a LPP on 11 May 2020 as required. The LPP had its first meeting on 11 June. The NSW Government is now making changes to the way Local Planning Panels work.

The changes commence on 1 August and are designed to speed up panel determinations including: • reducing the need to conduct public panel meetings for some matters • obliging panel chairs to reduce panel deferrals and assessment timeframes • allowing chairs to bring forward determination on DAs that are experiencing “unreasonable delays”

I was pleased to represent the Mayor on 23 June at the launch of new branding of Youth Connections.

Youth Connections has been operating for 25 years on the Central Coast as a youth transition and disability service provider. To support youth through periods of transition they offer services in education, training, job readiness, employment, housing, and skills for living. Congratulations on 25 years and the new branding!

L to R: Claudia Devlin, CEO Youth Connections, Deputy Mayor Jane Smith, Peter Alward, Deputy Chair Youth Connections

Scenic Places on the Central Coast There are many beautiful places on the Central Coast. Lake Macquarie Council has “Scenic Management Guidelines” as a tool for decision making.

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Council adds more solar to its energy mix

Central Coast Council is set to save around $220,000 each year on energy expenses following the installation of an additional 1.2MW of solar power on Council buildings.

A total of 3,500 rooftop solar panels are set to be installed on 28 Council-owned buildings by the end of the year, following the recent installation of panels

on Laycock St Community Theatre at North Gosford.

The project will see energy consumption from the grid reduced by approximately 1.4GWh annually and reduce Council’s carbon footprint by 1,100 tonnes of CO2-e per annum.

This is equivalent to the electricity used by 230 local homes.

Solar panel installation at Laycock St Community Theatre

Mayor Lisa Matthews said the project delivers both environmental and financial benefits.

“It is rewarding to see a project underway which not only reduces Council expenses but also incorporates renewable energy for the conservation, protection and remediation of our environment,” Cr Matthews said.

Buildings which are to receive the solar panels are: Mardi transfer pump station, Kincumber Sewage Treatment, Peninsula Leisure Centre, Wyong South Sewage Treatment Plant, Bateau Bay Sewage Treatment Plant, Erina Depot, Wyong Administration Building, Charmhaven Depot, Lake Haven Recreational Centre, Toukley Sewage Treatment Plant, Long Jetty

Depot, Buttondery Waste Management Facility, Ettalong 50+ Leisure and Learning Centre, Gosford 50+ Leisure and Learning Centre, Woy Woy Waste Management Facility, Woy Woy Depot, Kincumber Library, Blue Haven Community Centre, Lakehaven Recreation Centre, The Entrance Community Centre, Halekulani Hall, Bateau Bay Library, The Entrance Library, Kariong Youth

Centre, Kulnura RFS, Dooralong RFS, Spencer RFS and Mangrove Mountain RFS. The project has been cofunded with money collected at Woy Woy Tip under the repealed Federal Government ‘carbon tax’ which was applied to gate fees from 2012-2014.

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Roads identified in round one of State-funded road fix Close to $1M is to be spent on road projects at Kincumber, Holgate and on the Peninsula in round one funding of a Central Coast local roads package designed to turbocharge the economy in the wake of COVID-19.

They are four of nine projects region-wide which will see a total of $2.7M allocated to Central Coast Council, which will deliver the roadworks.

Wattle Tree Rd, Holgate, will see a $421,500 upgrade, while The Scenic Rd, Kincumber, will have a $255,750 facelift.

On the Peninsula, $186,750 has been set aside for works on North Burge Rd, Woy Woy while a further $81,000 will be spent on Hillview St, Woy Woy. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal Adam Crouch said the funding was targeted at small projects that can make a big difference to the community in a short amount of time.

“It’s all about delivering a bigger outcome in the short term,” Crouch said.

The projects, all nominated for funding by Council, have been fast-tracked to provide

Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks, and Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, at The Scenic Rd, Kincumber, which is set for major repair work

jobs and maintain confidence in the wake of the pandemic.

Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks, said all levels of government were working together to get the economy back on track.

“These projects will need to be delivered within two years of receiving funding, to ensure that local communities like the

Central Coast are benefiting sooner,” she said.

“I don’t think things will return to normal for quite some time, but it is important for the Government to be seen getting on with the job.

“It also means smoother, safer trips along a number of roads our community use every day.”

Wicks said the package was in addition to a $70M Central Coast roads package pledged in the lead up to the last Federal election.

Central Coast Mayor Lisa Matthews said maintaining and developing the region’s significant road network of some 2,200 kilometres was always at the top of Council’s

priority list.

Other projects in the region to be funded are: Gorokan Dr, Lake Haven ($783,750); Gregory St, Berkeley Vale ($329,250); Cornwall Ave, Gorokan ($259,500); Donaldson St, Wyong ($228,000); and Lakeview Ave, Gorokan ($212,250).

Local Government NSW

(LGNSW) President, Linda Scott, strongly welcomed the funding, for which she said LGNSW had vigorously advocated as part of efforts to help communities recover from the economic impacts of COVID-19.

“This is a major win for our councils who are on the frontline in driving a locally led economic recovery,” Scott said.

“Councils will be able to use the funding to invest in everything from fixing potholes to desperately needed road reconstruction projects on local and regional roads across the state.

“This vital funding comes on top of the more than $150M delivered to NSW councils on July 1 as part of our state’s share of the $500M Australian Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program.”

Applications for round two of the program – funded with $500M from the NSW Government and $191M from the Federal Government – will open later this year.

Terry Collins

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$4M spruce up for social housing Social housing properties on the Central Coast are set for a major spruce up, thanks to almost $4M in funding through the State Government’s Social Housing Maintenance Stimulus Program.

Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal Adam Crouch said local businesses, tradies and social housing tenants are benefitting from the stimulus spending.

“As part of the NSW Land and Housing Corporation’s $47M program, social housing properties on the Central Coast are undergoing a makeover,” Crouch said.

“This work includes internal and external painting, roof, fence and driveway replacements, concreting,

making much needed capital upgrades to social housing properties in regional and metropolitan communities.

“This unprecedented crisis calls for different thinking and innovative approaches and that’s exactly what we’re doing with this stimulus maintenance program,” Pavey said.

A similar stimulus program costing $13.5M is being undertaken through the Aboriginal Housing Office with a focus on improving living conditions and reducing cost of living pressures for Aboriginal tenants in regional and remote NSW.

Opening a social housing property at Point Clare in 2019

cladding, and sewer and storm water line replacements.

“Local businesses and tradies are directly and indirectly engaged in this work which has

given the Central Coast economy a big boost at this difficult time.

“COVID-19 posed a significant health risk to our community but it now also poses an

economic risk.

“The NSW Government is pulling every economic lever available to keep people in jobs and create new job opportunities.”

Minister for Water, Property and Housing, Melinda Pavey, said the $47M stimulus had supported over 500 jobs in mostly building and construction trades, while

Media release, Jul 2 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

Asbestos continues to wash up on Terrigal Beach Fragments of asbestos washing up on local shores continues to be a problem for Central Coast Council, which has urged members of the public to exercise caution if they notice any pieces of the mineral fibre.

Council Unit Manager Environmental Management, Luke Sulkowski, said volumes of the material found on our beaches had decreased significantly in the past two years.

Sulkowski was responding to concerns raised by environmentalist Joy Cooper, who said she had spotted a number of broken pieces of asbestos in recent weeks while walking along both The Haven and Terrigal Beach to the

lagoon entry.

“Is the Council still undertaking asbestos collection?” she said.

“I note the signs are no longer there, and there is no place to dispose of the pieces, so I (advised Council as) recommended (and) have not touched them.”

Sulkowski said Council continues to make manual inspections of the beach twice a week.

“We … identify and remove potential fragments that wash up on the foreshores between Wamberal and Terrigal,” he said.

“The amount of material collected at these locations continues to be recorded by Council staff, with the amount

of material currently being collected being much less than the volumes that were experienced in mid-2018.

“Despite the less significant impacts being experienced at present, (residents) are advised to please exercise caution at all times and report unknown material to Council or the Environment Protection Authority on 131 555 so it can be removed.

“If you know this material has been dumped, please report this as there are heavy penalties for those who are caught dumping asbestos-containing material.

“The community can be assured that managing this known issue is a key priority of Council and we will continue to

be vigilant and will take all necessary precautions and actions in the interests of community safety.

“Previous testing for airborne asbestos particles at this location undertaken by a specialist consultant, when larger quantities of material were presenting on the beach, did not identify the presence of any airborne asbestos fibres.

“The risk to the public is considered low.

“It is unfortunate that Council and the community are being left to manage the ongoing issues of this material being washed up or dumped in our environment.”

Terry Collins

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Extra weight paid off in zipline rescue A 5-year-old girl is safely back on the ground after being rescued from a zipline over the weekend.

Emergency services and members of the Central Coast Volunteer Rescue Squad (CCVRS) were called to a property at Wadalba shortly before 11am on Sunday, July 5, to reports that a child had become stuck on a backyard flying fox.

Rescuers were told the child could not be reached by present adults as she’d come to a stop over a dam.

Upon arrival CCVRS members determined the zipline had not malfunctioned, but rather the child did not weigh enough for the system to work as intended.

After confirming the girl was uninjured, CCVRS Deputy

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Captain, Adam Heart, said some out of the box thinking made a tricky rescue situation a quick fix.

“Since the girl was too light to go the full way across the line, responders decided that rather than attempt an over water rescue, they’d try weighing down one end of the zipline.

“It worked, with the additional weight allowing the girl to get moving again and reach the end of the line.

“Once there, she was disconnected from the line no worse for wear,” Dep Cpt Heart said.

Source: Interview, July 6 Adam Heart, Central Coast Volunteer Rescue Squad Reporter: Dilon Luke

Phantom calls for help Users of the KincumberDavistown track are warned to keep on their guard after one user believes she uncovered an elaborate ruse to lure people off the pathway and into potential danger.

A woman – who wishes to remain anonymous – said she was cycling with her children on Monday, July 6, when a panicked, female voice calling for help rang out from bushes along the stretch of track before the Saratoga/Kincumber playground.

After investigating the source of the cries, the woman believes

she was at best the victim of a cruel prank or at worst had stumbled into something far more sinister.

“We stopped and I stepped slightly into the bush to see if I could help but couldn’t see anyone there.

“I called out to see if she was okay.

“There was no answer to my questions but just more chilling calls for help.

“Just as I was about to walk further into the bush to check, I worked out that the calls were actually coming from a hidden

speaker.

“Before quickly leaving with my children, I could just make out two men who could have been older teens hiding in the bushes.

“I contacted the police who said they would follow-up.

“I don’t know whether this was a cruel prank or a plan to lure people into the bushes.

“Either way, I just wanted to let others know that this is happening,” the woman said.

Brisbane Water Police have confirmed they’re investigating the incident.

Reporter: Dilon Luke

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Holiday travel warning from police Brisbane Water Police District officers are reminding residents and travellers to stay safe on NSW roads these school holidays.

With thousands of people expecting to be travelling on our roads during the first holiday period since COVID restrictions have been eased officers want road users to remain alert and aware of their surroundings.

“We understand and appreciate everyone’s desire to get out and explore parts of the state outside of our local towns, but with a large influx of traffic on the roads, we all have to be

aware that some drivers haven’t been behind the wheel of a car in three-months.”

Brisbane Water Police Commander, Superintendent Tony Joice said.

“With Queensland re-opening its border with NSW from July 10 and many people heading north to chase the warmer weather, we all have to be patient – there will be delays, there will be congestion, but please take your time and don’t rush.

“Ensure you take regular breaks at rest stops along the way, drive to the conditions and

don’t have your mobile phone anywhere within reach while behind the wheel.

“In saying that, before you head out for that road trip, make sure your vehicle has been given an appropriate safety check by a mechanic – particularly if it’s been stored in a garage for some time collecting dust.

“With a larger volume of vehicles and caravans on the road, we are urging drivers to please take it easy and don’t rush – it’s better to get to your destination a couple of hours later than not arriving at all.

“Popular locations such as the Central Coast and beach suburbs will also likely see an

influx of visitors during the next fortnight. Please keep in mind social distancing when out in public and adhere to all relevant COVID-safe plans and rules at pubs, clubs, cafes and restaurants.

“We aren’t out of the woods yet with COVID-19, we all still have to be alert and following social distancing guidelines.

“This is even more important in regional and rural locations where a large portion of holidaymakers will be from out of town,” Supt Joice said.

Source: Website, Jul 6 Tony Joice, Brisbane Water Police District

Hit and run driver sought

Body of missing Blue Haven man found Police have located the body of a missing Blue Haven man.

The man’s body was discovered just after midday on Tuesday, July 7, in waters near Charmhaven.

A crime scene has been established but it’s understood the man’s death is not being treated as suspicious at this stage.

Inquiries are continuing and police will prepare a report for the information of the Coroner.

While police have yet to formally identify the man, it’s believed he is 21-year-old Adam Newport, who had been

missing for more than 72 hours prior to the discovery.

A fundraiser entitled Adam’s Funeral has also appeared on Go Fund Me to raise funds for Newport’s funeral.

It was launched by Toukley resident, Jason West, hours after police announced the body had been found.

As of 9am Wednesday, July 8, it has raised $5,100 of its $7,500.

Source: Press release, Jul 7 NSW Police Media Website, Jul 8 Go Fund Me

Tuggerah Lakes Police are requesting the community’s assistance to help identity the driver and motor vehicle involved in a fail to stop accident where a pedestrian was seriously injured at Tumbi Umbi.

At about 5:55pm on Wednesday, May 20, a motor vehicle described as a two door, similar to a Mazda BT-50 tray back utility, with sign writing on the door, was travelling along Eastern Rd, Tumbi Umbi.

The vehicle impacted with a pedestrian causing significant injuries.

The vehicle stopped approximately 100m from the impact point, before driving off.

It’s understood that the

Anyone with information about these incidents should call

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Pacific Highway upgrade through Wyong not welcome

Whither local input on planning?

Why has the State Government overridden council’s decisions on planning policy?

Is it going to take personal responsibility for the planning of our region and accept the local input?

All politicians and public servants are our servants and should do as they are told by the majority, that’s called democracy.

FORUM The planning of the Kariong, Bambara Rd development should be [assessed by] the national parks.

The old scientific wording comes to mind – if in doubt don’t.

But because of the developer’s friends in the political system they will always override the people.

We don’t need them at all.

So, I appeal to governments of all persuasions listen to your people or face annihilation at the next elections, whenever they are held.

One other thing, why do we have interference to our council’s in NSW from people who don’t live in the area?

Email, July 6 Robert Findley, Point Clare

We don’t know what left, conservative and right really represent Mike Long’s letter about the claimed left wing bias of the ABC (edition 195) rekindled a curiosity about politics.

What do the left and conservatives believe and where has the right gone?

Alan Jones and Andrew Bolt claim to be conservative spokesmen, but they have hijacked the moniker.

Andrew condemns the measures against the virus as

FORUM “the panic”, and Alan is a fan of the coal industry, as he was of the banks after the cash was paid.

Donald (it will be over by Easter) Trump is not a good model either.

They insult the intelligence of conservative thinkers.

Being the opposite of the left, they should not be ashamed to call themselves right wing.

The ABC is an essential service and urgently needs the

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It will take four years and cost $400M. The upgrade finishes just past Aldi, where it will return to a single lane in each direction.

Basically, it is moving a traffic jam from the end of Tuggerah Straight to the front of Aldi.

Other outcomes from this “upgrade” are that buses will not stop at the station anymore.

They stop in bays on the highway.

Going north you will have to cross the highway to get to the

True conservative values are much more sensible.

Our politics should not be defined by people who are paid large amounts of money to sell newspapers or funeral plans.

How can we document left wing bias in the ABC if we don’t know what left, conservative and right really represent anymore?

So, the Federal Government in its unquenchable thirst to fritter away what cash we taxpayers have left has spent $12M for free Wi-Fi at eleven train stations including, wait for it, Wondabyne (CCN edition

Letters to the editor should be sent to: PO Box 1056 Gosford 2250 or

editorial@centralcoastnews.net

See Page 2 for contribution conditions station.

All parking, repeat, all parking will move across the bridge to a new multi-storey car park in Rose St on the site of the

Email, Jun 29 James Donachie, Wyong

subject?

Speak up Lucy.

Email, Jul 6 R. Hall, Wyoming

FORUM 249).

Lucy Wicks states the Central Coast Mobile Coverage and WiFi Project is investing the $12M with a $4M contribution from

the NSW Government and $13M from Telstra. $17m to spend (invest) $12M. Not a bad earner for someone.

Hope it went to Wondabyne.

Email, Jul 5 Allan Norris, Umina Beach

Learning the lessons from the French Revolution

Email, Jul 5 David Casey, Bateau Bay

restoration of its funding.

So why is the Member for Robertson silent on the

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present unused commuter car park as Wyong Race Course will have a new car park!

Drop off and pick up from the station will only be permitted over the bridge on the Howarth St side of the station and parking meters will control onstreet parking in the town centre.

If a few more Central Coast train stations are upgraded like this, they will need to put another lane on the M1 Motorway.

Wireless Wondabyne

Restore funding for the ABC Restore funding for the ABC

I would not be in a hurry for the Pacific Highway upgrade through Wyong.

Why do some people want to see Australia looking like Asia or the Middle East with so much over population that they can’t even have proper homes, nor decent living standards and working conditions?

FORUM Their masters are too stupid that we haven’t learnt the lessons of the French Revolution when the rich controlled every aspect of people’s lives.

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More green space for Gosford main street I never expected to congratulate Mr Godfrey Franz, however on this occasion I must.

I support Mr Franz’s proposal to turn Gosford’s main street into green space as clearly explained in CCN Edition 248.

The clear directions from Mr Franz are “plant grass on the main street of Gosford.”

With the thousands and

FORUM thousands of extra residents calling Gosford CBD home, extra green space is essential.

Hopefully Liberal Party councillors will lobby the council to increase the area of green space in the centre of Gosford.

This will partly replace some of the green space from when

Grahame Park was converted into a stadium.

I certainly expect the Liberal councillors to acknowledge this green move forward at the next council meeting.

I am sure Cr Marquart will be especially pleased and influence all councillors.

Letter, June 28 Norman Harris, Umina

Towards self-sufficiency I read with interest the submission by T Bard in CCN Edition 249.

It is agreed that recent events have highlighted the need for Australia to become selfsufficient.

For this to happen a far wider breadth of scope than just the tourism sector needs to be addressed.

Although tourism is important, it is not absolutely vital to us like it is to countries like Spain.

FORUM Australia needs to ensure that strategic supply lines are secure, such as medical and fuel supplies and that we retain a manufacturing ability.

Fortunately, we have the capability to be food sufficient.

The last paragraph of T. Bard’s submission seems to be a non sequitur.

Tourism and energy sources

are not closely related.

Self-sufficiency does not heavily rely on tourism nor on the types of energy supply.

The post-pandemic world will likely to be poorer for most so we should be cautious about energy supply and listen to experts who are not beholden to any particular energy supply sector.

Email, Jul 4 C Hemmings, Woy Woy

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A good hard look at ourselves I completely agree with T. Bard (CCN Edition 249) when we have to now turn inward and start to look after ourselves instead of depending on other nations [and hollowing out our] manufacturing sector.

The trouble started with the Whitlam Government when he allowed our footwear and clothing to go offshore.

This helps other nations to keep us under their thumbs.

I can’t buy clothing or shoes made in Australia.

FORUM Why I ask – well, we all know why, it’s all now cheap slave labour.

This is no better than the slaves in the 18th and 19th centuries.

The wages of the overpaid bureaucrats and senior public servants is now as out of control as the salaries of CEO’s of companies.

Maybe we just can’t afford them.

It may be okay for foreign

nations, but we now have American culture in our system that must be brought under control.

I wonder if these people really care about the nation or are just too greedy for their own good.

We had a wonderful country and were self-reliant, but not now.

Let’s get back our country and leave something decent for our children and grandchildren.

Email, Jul 4 Robert Findley, Point Clare

What about wi-fi in between stations?

I noted with wry amusement Lucy Wicks’ announcement that some lucky railway stations will get free wireless access (CCN Edition 249).

What she seems to have forgotten is that trains tend to

FORUM be moving between them most of the time, rendering wireless somewhat less than reliable.

There is also the question of whether it will be web access only (as a certain fast-food

chain offers) or general Internet.

I am astonished at the number of people who believe that the Internet consists solely of the web.

Email, Jul 6 Dave Horsfall, North Gosford

Avoca Beach tree fighting for its life A Norfolk Island Pine tree on Avoca Beach is fighting for its life after apparently being struck by lightning in recent weeks.

A Central Coast Council spokesperson said an assessment of the tree, which is located just north of the surf club at the southern end of the beach, by Council’s qualified arborist had revealed no obvious sign of tampering or vandalism and concluded it must have been hit by lightning.

“The tree will be continually monitored to assess its ongoing

health while it attempts to regenerate,” the spokesperson said.

“This process, through experience with other Norfolk Island Pine’s on the Central Coast, can take up to nine months.

“The best case (scenario) is that the damage will be limited to a point that the tree survives and can be pruned of any dead branches.

“Council will continue to monitor the health of the tree on a regular basis and take necessary action,if appropriate,

to ensure the community’s safety.”

The spokesperson said the risk of dead branches falling during the regeneration period is very low and the current root system will continue to support the tree “Pruning during this period will only cause greater stress on the tree.

“Pruning can only be done when the tree stabilises or shows signs of new growth.”

Source: Media release, Jun 30 Central Coast Council

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More funding to tackle rise in domestic violence With numbers of domestic violence victims seeking support rising during the months of social isolation necessitated by the coronavirus pandemic, more help is at hand for sufferers on the Central Coast.

The most recent crime statistics available for NSW show that domestic violence assaults were up 4.1 per cent for the 24 months to March 2020.

The next report, which will reflect figures incorporating the months when Coast residents were confined largely to their homes, will likely reveal even more of a spike.

Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said a recent funding boost of more than half a million dollars will support the work of five support services in the region.

They are: Central Coast Accommodation and Support Service for Women with or without Accompanying Children (Coast Shelter); Integrated Domestic and Family Violence Service Safe Homes; Central Coast Homelessness Accommodation Service for Young Women; Staying Home Leaving Violence Central Coast; and Central Coast Women’s Domestic Violence Court

Advocacy Service.

“The purpose of this $565,400 funding boost is to ensure local support services have the resources they need to respond to any unfortunate increase in service demand,” Crouch said.

“The statistics are sobering and just go to show why providing support to domestic violence victim-survivors is so important.

“Everyone has the right to live a life free from violence, and the NSW Government is also working hard to encourage everyone to ‘speak out’ and contact the NSW Domestic Violence Line when it is safe to do so.”

Attorney General and Minister

for the Prevention of Domestic Violence, Mark Speakman, said more victim-survivors have sought assistance during COVID-19 and are presenting to services with more complex needs.

“This comprehensive package responds to a range of issues raised with the Government during this pandemic and aims to protect women and children and ultimately save lives,” Speakman said.

Free, confidential and 24/7 support is available from the NSW Domestic Violence Line on 1800 65 64 63.

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Harwin cleared and reinstated to Cabinet

Don Harwin has been reinstated as Federal Arts Minister

Don Harwin has been reinstated as Federal Arts Minister after resigning in April when he was issued with a $1000 fine for travelling to his Central Coast holiday home during the COVID-19 shutdown in NSW. The fine was withdrawn by the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) on July 3 in Gosford Local Court.

At the time, Harwin was accused of travelling from his chief residence in Elizabeth Bay to his Pearl Beach holiday home when travel restrictions were in force.

He was fined by NSW police for acting “in contravention of a current ministerial direction under the Public Health Act” and the matter was referred to the DPP. Harwin argued he relocated to Pearl Beach in mid-March before the NSW stay-at-home order was made and sought to challenge the fine.

He also said he had been living mostly at his Pearl Beach home for four months before his resignation.

A DPP spokesperson said on July 3 that “the applicable public health order in its terms

did not restrict a person to a single place of residence”.

“The evidence was unable to establish that Mr Harwin left his place of residence without a reasonable excuse as provided by the public health order.” the spokesperson said.

NSW Police and state politicians argued at the height of COVID-19 restrictions that Sydneysiders with regional NSW homes should not leave the city for those properties.

At the time, Premier Gladys Berejiklian said Harwin had “appropriately resigned” his frontbench role and that politicians had to be perceived to be acting correctly.

She reinstated Harwin to his arts portfolio on July 3 following the withdrawal of the fine.

“Mr Harwin’s decision to resign from cabinet was appropriate when he received an infringement notice in April, but now that he has been cleared, it is appropriate that he return to cabinet,” she said.

“Mr Harwin has always assured me that he did not break the rules.”

Source: Media release, Jul 3 AAP

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LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION! Avoca Beach Picture Theatre is back and stronger than ever

It’s been a week since cinemas across the Coast were given the green light to reopen and, while many are taking time to adapt to COVID restrictions and uncertainty plaguing the film industry, one local theatre is forging ahead.

Beth Hunter is the owner of Avoca Beach Picture Theatre and says, after a three month hiatus, the projector has hardly been switched off.

“All last month we had people dropping in to ask us when we’d be back and now that we’ve reopened its been busy, busy, busy,” Hunter said.

With a whirlwind reopening week behind them, Hunter believes there’ll be no slowing down, thanks in part to the nominal impact COVID-19 has had on their offering compared to larger, more mainstream cinemas.

She attributes this to the willingness of patrons to abide

by current biosecurity measures and the theatre’s status as a specialist film and entertainment venue.

“Before we opened, we did a deep clean and now we have all the usual protocols in place like cleaning and sanitising between sessions, strict seating allocations with 1.5m gaps between patrons and lots of hand sanitiser.

“It has been hard seeing the maximum number of people in our 300 seat theatre set at just

76, but so far everyone has been very respectful and understanding of the new rules,” Hunter said.

“And since we aren’t reliant on international films our programs have been largely unaffected by the virus’ impact on the film industry, especially this time of year when most cinemas are full of American blockbusters.

“We have a discerning audience and specialise in Australian and foreign arthouse

films, so really our program hasn’t changed too much,” she added.

Hunter says these two factors combined means cinephiles may need to get in quick to secure tickets.

“We’re predicting we’ll have a lot of sold out events and we have a lot of special screenings coming up so we think the rest of this year will be kind to the theatre,” Hunter said.

Topping the cinema’s

upcoming events program is its annual French film festival.

“The festival is very popular and we’re very excited that we’re able to proceed with it as planned just with more limited numbers.

“Soprano, Judie Rough, will be performing a concert to open the festivities which I’m sure will set the mood,” Hunter said.

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Fairy Penguin gets shredded ahead of big date For many, a pre-dawn winter workout can be a largely forgettable event, but for one group, a surprise visit from a fairy penguin made their bootcamp session one to remember.

Salty Anastasi runs Original Bootcamp Central Coast and, during an early morning session at Terrigal Haven on July 3, her group welcomed the new participant.

“We were making our way to the Haven and we’d reached the boat ramp when the little guy came out of the water.

“He didn’t seem very phased by us and he just hung around on the beach chilling for a bit, before heading back into the surf,” Anastasi said.

After collectively gushing over the cute new arrival and snapping a few pics, Anastasi said members contacted a wildlife rescue service to

inform them of the lone penguin.

“We were advised that it’s common for males to be out and about along the coast at this time of year as they make their way towards South Australia for their mating season, so it’s a bit of a running joke now that he got lost on his way to a Tinder date,” Anastasi said.

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Warnervale Airshow proposed A major air show being planned for May 2021 at Warnervale Airport has the potential to boost aviation tourism and create a new regional event attracting thousands of spectators.

Adventure flight and aviation event company, Paul Bennet Airshows, is seeking approval for the two-day event from Central Coast Council, which owns the airport.

A festival type arrangement is being planned with food vendors, static displays, family amusements and roaming performers, headlined by daring aerobatic displays, with the venture forecast to attract a crowd of around 10,000 to the airport over the course of the event.

Aside from potentially kicking off a new regional event, if Central Coast Air Show takes

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off it will also bring attention to the airport as a significant asset and piece of regional infrastructure, after the site was absent from Council’s Local Strategic Planning Statement (LSPS).

The airport was the subject of many community submissions to the LSPS from residents, both for and against, wanting clarity about the role that the airport will play in the Coast’s future.

Central Coast Aero Club (CCAC) is the principal user of the airport and the Coast’s only aviation tourism providers.

Its President, Andrew Smith, believes the Central Coast Air Show could be just the thing to

kickstart aviation tourism on the Coast.

According to Smith, scenic joy flights are the Coast’s only major form of aviation tourism, with the flights an exhilarating way to experience the region’s sweeping hinterlands and stunning coastline.

However, he believes that its potential is not being met and puts this down to uncertainty over the airport’s future.

“The CCAC is all for the air show.

“Paul Bennet Airshows has held successful events all around the world and we’ve yet to see one fail to deliver - we’ll be helping out as much as we can,” Smith said.

If council does come to the table, Smith thinks the air show could quickly grow to rival events like ChromeFest and the Winter Blues and Jazz Festival.

“The air show could easily become the biggest tourism attraction on the Central Coast.

“We’ve seen what air shows at the Hunter Valley and Cessnock have done for those communities and the potential economic benefit for the Coast, being uniquely positioned between Newcastle and Sydney, is huge.

As with any major aviation event Smith recognises that there will be issues that need to be addressed, but he urges locals to weigh the pros and cons before writing the air show off.

“I can’t sugarcoat it, there will be higher noise levels and a lot of traffic around Warnervale, but is that not a small price to pay for all the tourism and economic benefits?

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CatholicCare Bushfire Relief program open to Coast residents Central Coast families who’ve been financially impacted by the summer bushfires are being encouraged to apply for support under a new bushfire relief program.

CatholicCare Diocese of Broken Bay recently received Federal funding to launch their Bushfire Relief program and they’re now keen to hear from any Central Coast residents who lost their homes or who had their property damaged by a bushfire.

According to Bushfire Relief Funding Manager, Nicci Rowe, since the funding came online later than other bushfire relief programs and with COVID-19, CatholicCare Broken Bay have been struggling to reach residents who could benefit from their program and they’re

Firefighters protecting homes around Charmhaven during the New Year’s Eve bushfire Photo: NSWRFS

now taking a more direct approach to get the word out.

“We acknowledge that we’ve been given this funding late in the game, but we want Central

Coast residents to know that we’re here and that support is available to them,” Rowe said.

According to Rowe, the Bushfire Relief program can

cover a range of needs from repair work to bill support and that CatholicCare Broken Bay was particularly keen to hear from any residents who are still

dealing with the aftermath of the Gospers Mountain Fire or the Charmhaven New Year’s Eve bushfire.

Given the timing, Rowe said the program was also able to provide support and assistance for more late stage recovery projects as well as futureproofing projects.

“We know that a lot of homes were smoke damaged, and we can help there.

“The program can also provide financial support for things like gardens, fences and sheds that might have been damaged, white goods, landscaping works including clean up, water tanks and the list goes on,” Rowe said.

With the program’s next lot of promotions going live this week Rowe wants residents to feel confident reaching out.

“For a lot of people 2020 has just been trauma on top of trauma and we want people to know that there is still bushfire help available.

“At the end of the day this program is about assisting those who have been impacted by bushfire in a way that’s best for them, so Central Coast residents should feel comfortable reaching out to discuss what they need and we will do our best to help,” Rowe said.

Any residents interested in learning more about CatholicCare Broken Bay’s Bushfire Relief program can do so by contact their Emergency Relief Officer, Amanda Anello, on 0481 220 354, or by visiting CatholicCare Diocese of Broken Bay’s website.

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Bouddi reopens for campers

Little Beach campground in Bouddi National Park’

Bouddi National Park is once again welcoming visitors as residents and tourists flock to enjoy nature following the ease of travel restrictions, but if you want to camp out you had better book.

National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) Hunter Central Coast Director, Kylie Yeend,

said the July school holidays are a great opportunity for families to get out and about in the region’s national parks and those a little further afield.

“From Bouddi to Booti Booti and out to Barrington, we’re excited to be welcoming visitors to Hunter Central Coast national parks (during) these holidays,” Yeend said.

“While some of our most

popular campgrounds, including Putty Beach, Little Beach and Frazer Campgrounds are already heavily booked for Friday and Saturday night camping, there are still weekday bookings available and spaces left at some lesser known but no-less-beautiful campgrounds.

“It’s essential that you book ahead if you are planning to

visit a campground in one of our national parks.

“We’re still required to operate our campgrounds in line with the NSW Public Health order including taking steps to limit numbers within each campground or accommodation.

“In meeting the guidelines, every person who is staying in a national park must be

registered as part of a booking - so it is important only the number of people declared on your booking turn up on the day.

“We know local business has really taken a hit over the past few months and they are really looking forward to seeing park travellers out and about again.

Yeend said visitors could find more information about NPWS

tour operators who deliver guided walks, camping tours, 4WD tag-along tours and other activities on the NPWS website.

“NPWS will continue working hard to open up as many campgrounds as possible for the public to enjoy.”

Source: Media release, Jul 6 National Parks and Wildlife Service

MMAD reopens in Gosford Musicians Making a Difference (MMAD) are reopening their Gosford studios for aspiring young dancers, musicians and creatives to utilise these school holidays.

From July 15, MMAD will host three days of free workshops for children aged 7-12 and young adults aged 13-23.

Open Day workshops range from street dance masterclasses to songwriting and recording sessions, with participants also going into the running to win some free MMAD merchandise and a few other goodies as well as info on

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MMAD CEO, Emma O’Connell, said the workshops would be a welcome return from isolation for her team and she’s hopeful they’ll also help MMAD reconnect with the Coast’s young creatives.

“The thing about MMAD is that it’s not just about engaging young people through the creative arts, we also help them develop creativity and confidence, and provide pathways to further education and employment.

“We’re all about giving young people a sense of belonging.

“Since the pandemic hit and

we were forced to close the studio and move online we’ve all been feeling pretty isolated, so we want these workshops to be a way for people to reconnect and to express themselves creatively.

“It’s also a way for MMAD to give participants a little taste of what the creative community on the Coast is like and we’re very excited to get started,” O’Connell said.

Workshops will run between July 15 and 17 with information about each workshop including how to register, available on MMAD’s website.

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Classique attention? look at the newly-arrived Parata Jordan, Tessa Thompson 8:30 Baptiste: Lucy (M) [s] 1:30 Going Places With Ernie 9:30 Kinne Tonight (M) [s] 9:30 Marcella (M v) [s] family on Home and Away. Tara 1:00 Award Winning Tasmania: Dingo (PG) 10:00 Celebrity Gogglebox USA (M l) Table Cape (PG) [s] 10:20 ABC Late News [s] brings a rusty old iron patio 1:30 Home Shopping 11:00 WIN’s All Australian News [s] 3:30 Equator From The Air: setting back to life.

10:35 The Virus [s] Pacific (PG) 12:00 The Project (PG) [s] 8:30 Program To Be Advised 4:30 The Avengers: 10:55 The Weekly With Charlie 4:30 Great British Railway 1:00 The Late Show (PG) [s] 11:00 Program To Be Advised The Hidden Tiger (PG) [s] Pickering [s] Journeys (PG) 2:00 Home Shopping 5:30 A Current Affair (PG) [s] 11:25 rage (MA15+) [s] 1:00 Home Shopping 6:00 Unknown Road Adventures [s] 5:00 CGTN English News 6:00 Ellen (PG) [s] 6:00 Home Shopping 6:00 rage (PG) [s] 5:15 NHK World English News 6:30 Entertainment Tonight [s] 7:00 Weekend Today [s] 7:00 Weekend Sunrise [s] 7:00 Weekend Breakfast [s] 5:30 Worldwatch 7:00 Escape Fishing With ET [s] 10:00 rage Guest Programmer (PG) 10:00 The Morning Show - Weekend 10:00 Today Extra - Saturday [s] 1:00 PBS Newshour 7:30 What’s Up Down Under? 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News Breakfast [s] ABC News Mornings [s] Program To Be Advised Back Roads [s] The Repair Shop [s] ABC News At Noon [s] Hard Quiz (PG) [s] The Weekly With Charlie Pickering [s] Victoria (PG) [s] Deadlock (M) [s] ABC News Afternoons [s] Think Tank [s] The Repair Shop [s] The Drum [s] Sammy J [s] ABC News [s] 7.30 [s] The Heights (PG) [s] Escape From The City [s] Father Brown (PG) [s] ABC Late News [s] Louis Theroux’s Weird Weekends (PG) [s] Baptiste: Lucy (PG) [s] Wentworth (MA15+) [s]

5:30 Today [s] 6:00 Sunrise [s] 9:00 Today Extra [s] 9:00 The Morning Show (PG) [s] 11:30 NINE’s Morning News [s] 11:30 Seven Morning News [s] 12:00 Movie: “Flirting With Forty” (PG) 12:00 Ellen (PG) [s] 1:00 Movie: “Courage Mountain” (’08) Stars: Heather Locklear, (PG) (’90) Stars: Juliette Caton Robert Buckley, Cameron 3:00 Tipping Point (PG) [s] Bancroft, Chelah Horsdal 4:00 NINE’s Afternoon News [s] 2:00 The Chase UK [s] 5:00 Millionaire Hot Seat [s] 4:00 Seven News At 4 [s] 6:00 NINE News [s] 5:00 The Chase Australia [s] 7:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] 6:00 Seven News [s] 7:30 NRL: Sydney Roosters v 7:00 Home And Away (PG) [s] Canberra Raiders *Live* From 7:30 Movie: “Harry Potter And The TBA [s] Half Blood Prince” (M h,v) (’09) 9:45 Golden Point (M) [s] – Harry Potter returns to Hogwarts for his sixth year, to 10:30 NINE News Late [s] face a growing danger that may 11:00 Murdered By Morning: Acting On Evil (M) [s] – In Wisconsin, a be more than a match for his mother makes an unimaginable strengthening powers as a discovery following a cast party; wizard. Stars: Alan Rickman suddenly, a close circle of 10:30 The Latest Seven News [s] – friends is under suspicion for Latest news, sport and weather murder. from Australia and around the 11:50 The Fix: The Wire (M v) [s] world.

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6:00 Headline News [s] 5:00 CGTN English News 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 5:15 NHK World English News 12:00 Dr Phil (PG) [s] 5:30 Worldwatch 1:00 Masterchef Australia (PG) [s] 2:00 The 2000s: Quagmire (M) 2:30 Entertainment Tonight [s] 2:50 Alex Polizzi The Fixer (PG) 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 4:00 Great British Railway 3:30 My Market Kitchen [s] Journeys: Working To Clapham 4:00 Everyday Gourmet With Junction (PG) Justine Schofield [s] 4:35 Inside Westminster Abbey 4:30 Program To Be Advised (PG) 5:00 10 News First [s] 5:30 Letters And Numbers 6:00 WIN News [s] 6:00 Mastermind Australia 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 6:30 SBS World News 7:30 Masterchef Australia (PG) [s] 7:30 The Windsors’ Lost Letters: 8:40 Have You Been Paying Family First (PG) Attention? (M) [s] – Have our 8:30 24 Hours In Emergency: contestants been paying A Life Less Ordinary (M) attention?

9:30 Depression And Me (M d,l) 9:40 Adam Hills: Take His Legs (M) 10:30 SBS World News Late 10:40 Celebrity Gogglebox USA (M l) 11:00 Cycling: Tour De France Etape 11:40 WIN’s All Australian News [s] Classique 12:40 The Project (PG) [s] 1:30 Going Places With Ernie 1:40 The Late Show With Stephen Dingo (PG) Colbert (PG) [s] 3:25 Scotland From The Sky 2:30 Home Shopping 4:25 Great British Railway 5:00 The Talk (PG) [s] Journeys (PG)

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How to train your dragon

Kraken the giant Komodo with Head of Reptiles, Daniel Rumsey

It wasn’t exactly your typical birthday party when the Australian Reptile Park’s Kraken the Komodo dragon turned nine last week.

The birthday cake was made of mincemeat and the presents were boxes filled with special treats which the super-sized

exotic lizard had to work his way through.

Kraken is the Park’s largest lizard, measuring 2.28 metres in length and tipping the scales at 36 kilos in his inaugural weigh-in last year.

He is due for his next health check in November, with keepers expecting to see he has grown even more.

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Head of Reptiles, Daniel Rumsey, said he had a special bond with Kraken.

“I love getting to walk him every single day,” Rumsey said.

“He loves the attention he gets from the public.”

The Komodo dragon is the world’s largest lizard and can grow up to 3-4 metres in length

Hugo, the Galapagos Turtle weighed in at 181kgs

and weigh over 100kg.

Found on the Indonesian island of Komodo, there is a stable population of about 3,000 to 5,000 Komodo dragons in the wild.

Their forked tongue gives them a dragon-like appearance and, while they are carnivorous predators, Rumsey says they will eat just about anything.

Not to be outdone, the Park’s famous Galapagos Tortoise, Hugo, also had his annual health check and weigh-in this week and came in at a whopping 181.6kg.

It seems the tortoise is embracing the ‘COVID bod’.

Hugo weighed in 3.6kg heavier than his last visit in July 2019, when he was a mere

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BOOK REVIEW

Author: Sue Monk Kidd Publisher: Hachette

Ana is 14 and has grown up in a well to do household in Sepphoris (central Galilee).

Her father, Matthais, is head scribe and counselor to Herod Antipas.

Her mother is cold and distant.

Ana taught herself to read Hebrew at the age of eight … and Aramaic, and Greek, and Latin.

She begged her father for tutors, ink and papyrus – she wanted to study and learn but her aspirations embarrassed her father and infuriated her mother.

Yaltha, her aunt, has returned after being exiled in Alexandria.

She was accused of murdering her husband and her daughter was taken away.

Like Ana, she is educated and becomes a mentor and confidante to Ana. Ana’s adopted brother, Judas (yep, that one) is a Zealot and would rather hang out with “radicals who agitated against Rome” then settle down and get married.

He appears now and then in Ana’s life until an argument with Mattias sees him banished from the house.

Ana writes down the stories of the matriarchs in the Scriptures. “Listening to rabbis, one would’ve thought the only figures worth mention in the whole of history were Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph …. David, Saul, Solomon …

Moses, Moses, Moses. When I was finally able to read the Scriptures myself, I discovered (behold!) there are women.”

178kg.

Despite the extra few kilos, the Somersby Vet Hospital was excited to report that Hugo is in the prime of his life.

Galapagos Tortoises are one of the longest living animals in the world.

Ana fills up scrolls with these stories.

She secretly writes the lost histories of Eve, Bathsheba, Jezebel and other condemned women.

She writes of Tabitha, who had her tongue cut out for accusing a Roman guard of raping her, and of her aunt, Phasaelis, the first wife of Herod.

“I could feel the tiny lump of anger tucked beneath my awe. A half million scrolls and codices were within these walls, and all but a handful were by men. They had written the known world.”

It fuels her rebelliousness and she yearns for a life that is different than other girls.

She does not wish to get married, especially to the man her father has chosen for her, a marriage would benefit him.

When the family travels to the market to work on the details of the marriage, Ana has a fall and

another young man comes to her aid.

Before he can assist a soldier intervenes and knocks him to the ground and someone calls out his name … “Jesus”.

Fate intervenes and the marriage her father arranged does not take place.

But Ana becomes a pariah and is shunned by the town people.

On one of her walks she runs into Jesus praying, they strike up a conversation and a friendship.

She has also drawn the attention of Herod Antipas who wishes her to be his concubine.

She escapes but is accused of being a thief and is rescued by Jesus before she can be stoned to death.

Then, they marry.

Ana lives with Jesus in a household with his

mother, brothers and their wives.

Jesus is away for long periods of time trying to earn a living As Jesus begins to attract the wrath of the establishment, Ana is forced into exile in Alexandria.

But when Judas betrays Jesus, she returns to her husband’s side.

The Book of Longings is a far cry from Sue Monk Kidd’s most well-known title: “The Secret Life of Bees,” (2001), although she has published other works on theology, including “The Dance of the Dissident Daughter,” which explores the lost history of the sacred feminine.

While the book focuses on the silencing of the feminine voice in antiquity, it is essentially a love story.

And because Ana’s love interest (and eventual husband) is Jesus, that places it into its own controversial “wife-of-Jesus-stories” genre.

If nothing else. it makes me very nervous passing any judgement on it.

There are, of course, several of these now, most notably Martin Scorsese’s adaptation of Nikos Kazantzakis’ “The Last temptation of Christ” and Dan Brown’s “Da Vinci Code”, both of which were embroiled in controversy.

So I’ll just say that while I enjoyed The Book of Longings (and Kidd does a great job of keeping the focus of the story on Ana and not Jesus), it doesn’t quite reach the same literary heights as some of these others in my view.

It is clearly well researched – and perhaps if I knew my bible better (or at all) I am sure I would have appreciated it more – but it is just a little too bland and slow-moving for me.

Kim Reardon The Reluctant Book Critic

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Business & Property JobKeeper ‘cliff’ looming Central Coast businesses are becoming increasingly worried about their future as the end date for the JobKeeper supplement looms.

The financial subsidy helps employers keep staff by giving them $1,500 per fortnight (before tax), which is then used to pay their salary or wages.

But the program is set to finish on September 27, and so far there is no support in place once it ends.

A recent report by Business NSW found that 10,000 people on the Central Coast are currently receiving the JobKeeper payment and the unemployment rate, which does not include JobKeeper recipients, had already reached 6% by May. The worry is that once the JobKeeper payments stop, small businesses will not be able to afford to keep staff employed, causing a further jump in the Coast’s unemployment rate.

Dale Bax is a local business owner who currently has 10 employees on JobKeeper.

He runs the locally based Technical Production for Conferences and Events Business, Bax Audio Visual.

Bax said many events planned before COVID-19 had been cancelled, causing a significant drop in revenue.

“This was a fairly busy quarter,” he said.

Some of the staff at Bax Audio Visual

“A third of our turnover for the year is in the lead-up to June because it is the end of the financial year, so there are a lot of conferences going on.

“Our really big events that we do in December are now cancelled.”

JobKeeper has played an essential role in keeping BAx’s staff employed despite the cancellations.

“It is keeping us afloat,” Bax said. “[JobKeeper] just needs to be extended until next year.”

In an attempt to try and keep

employees and pay the bills, Bax has started moving conferences online.

“We have repaired our lunchroom, and that is now our studio,” he said.

“We are doing a lot of webinars now.

“We have had to diversify, which is why we still have a few people working in here.

However, with events cancelled, revenue down by 90%, and the COVID-19 environment still shaking the world, it may be some time before the business goes back

to normal.

The struggles faced by small businesses has been felt across the state with Business NSW declaring that one in two businesses across the state will be unable to maintain employee hours once JobKeeper ends.

Business NSW Central Coast Regional Director, Paula Martin, is calling for a more targeted and tapered support package for business post September, especially for those dependent on international tourists.

“Business NSW has been

saying for some time that September was going to be the month where the true impacts of the epidemic hit home with JobKeeper set to end and a number of deferral measures the banks initiated at the start of the pandemic also due to expire,” Martin said.

“Construction alone accounts for nearly 12,000 employed locals and the highest driver of apprenticeships and trainees on the Central Coast.”

All industries have been affected by COVID-19, some more than others, she said.

These include the arts and recreation services; accommodation and food services; education and training; administrative and support services; transport; postal; and warehousing and construction.

“With the industries most affected by Covid-19 providing employment for nearly 40% of Central Coast workers, the potential of an ‘economic cliff’ when JobKeeper is wound back is a sobering one,” Martin said.

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$2,000 grant gives Wings for Teens to Succeed Central Coast volunteerbased service, Because We Care Boutique, has received a $2,000 boost from Greater Bank to help launch a new program aimed solely at preparing young disadvantaged high schoolers for their future career.

The initiative, Wings for Teens to Succeed, will provide 15 to 18-year-old female students with tools and skills to help prepare for employment presentations and interviews.

A stylist will also be a part of the program and will offer advice on professional appearance.

The program includes four three-hour workshops that will use art therapy, conversations and shared experiences to increase the confidence and self-esteem of young girls.

The money is a part of a monthly community funding program #GreaterCentralCoast, which invites locals to nominate and vote on the organisation they think should receive the grant.

Because We Care Boutique

Because We Care Boutique is the latest recipient of the Greater Bank’s monthly grants scheme

operates out of Wyong Neighbourhood Centre Inc and focuses on assisting women of all ages who have faced severe challenges in looking for employment.

Co-ordinator Sharyn Burgess said the funding could not have come at a better time.

“The [COVID-19] social distancing restrictions have had a huge impact on our

Landlords yet to utilise land tax relief Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, has responded to State Opposition claims that the NSW Government is yet to pay $439M of the $440M of COVID-19 land tax relief it promised struggling landlords and tenants.

Shadow Minister for Finance and Small Business, Daniel Mookhey, said only $659,374 of land tax has so far been waived.

“The NSW Government’s much heralded program to help struggling landlords and

tenants is a mirage,” Mookhey said.

“Every tenant struggling to pay their rent, and every landlord struggling to pay their loans, should feel outraged.

“The Treasurer’s failure to pay $439M is a wasted opportunity to help tens-ofthousands of landlords and tenants desperately needing assistance.”

But Crouch said as at June 29, 4,578 applications for land tax relief had been received for 6,069, properties, with a total of $7.56M in land tax relief provided so far.

“Land tax relief will remain

available until October 31, and it is far too soon for the full impact of this initiative to be assessed,” Crouch said.

“We know that the economic effects of COVID-19 will be felt for many months to come.

“We are all in this together and I would encourage landlords to consider how they can share the burden with their COVID-19 impacted tenants.”

Source: Media release, Jun 23 Shadow Minister for Finance and Small Business, Daniel Mookhey Media statement, Jul 3 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

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ability to fundraise, which resulted in the postponement of a number of our programs, including the Wings for Teens to Succeed’ program,” Burgess said.

“Needless to say, the funding from the #GreaterCentralCoast program is an enormous help and means we can now hold a Wings for Teens to Succeed program during Term 4 which

will greatly benefit disadvantaged female students.”

Shoebox Revolution and Coast Opera Australia were the runner up organisations for the June vote, each receiving a $500 grant that can be put towards operational costs.

Greater Bank Central Coast Regional Sales Manager, Josh Swetnam, is happy to see that local groups are benefiting from the financial support.

“We are delighted to be able to provide this contribution, with the help of the community who had their say via public vote, and see the positive impact it will have on female high school students who will now be able to attend the ‘Wings for Teens to Succeed’ program,” Swetnam said.

Musicians Making a Difference, Community Fire Education and Community & Business Women’s Network are organisations that are all in the running to win July’s funding.

Public Exhibition Amended Code of Meeting Practice At its meeting, held 22 June 2020, Council resolved to put on exhibition an amended Code of Meeting Practice which provides that all Ordinary Council Meetings are to be held at 2 Hely Street, Wyong.

Council will receive a further report for consideration of any submissions received in respect of the Code following the public exhibition period.

The amended Code will be exhibited online from 9 July 2020 to 20 August 2020 (42 calendar days).

Submissions should be addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, Mr Gary Murphy by 5pm Thursday 20 August, via: Ÿ Email: ask@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au Ÿ Post: PO Box 20, Wyong NSW 2259 Ÿ Post: PO Box 21, Gosford, NSW 2250 Ÿ or the online submission form on the Your Voice Our Coast page Something you need to know: Under the Government Information (Public Access) Act, 2009 (GIPPA ACT), members of the public can seek access to the submissions and council cannot give assurance that the document will remain confidential.

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Backyard getting bigger for local business More than 400 Central Coast businesses have pledged to spend $21M in supporting each other through the Bigger Backyard Central Coast campaign.

Nine weeks into the Central Coast’s largest buy local campaign, Business NSW Central Coast Regional Director, Paula Martin, said it had achieved a major milestone with 407 businesses signing up.

“The Bigger Backyard Central Coast campaign is a standout performer at encouraging business to spend locally,” Martin said.

“When the local Chambers came together to respond to the devastating effects of Covid-19, designing the campaign was a no brainer.

“With Over 80% of our business community affected by the coronavirus pandemic at the time of launch, it was critical to provide a platform

Safran Restaurant at Ettalong Beach is one of the businesses to have signed up

that business could use to inform each other how their business models had changed.

“Businesses on the Central Coast are large consumers in their own right and with disruptions to supply chains caused by the crisis, showcasing the breadth of

business across the Coast was vital to boost our local economy.

“Thanks to the food and manufacturing roots of our region, coupled with a fastgrowing professional services sector, Central Coast businesses affected by the crisis can find many things they

Reduction in company tax rate from 1 July Small and family businesses across the Coast will be paying less tax as a result of tax cuts which came in to effect on July 1.

As the 2020-2021 financial year begins, incorporated small and family businesses with a turnover of less than $50M will see their company tax rate reduced from 27.5% to 26%.

Unincorporated businesses will also benefit as the rate of the small business income tax offset increases from 8% to

13%.

Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks, said the changes are a big win for the small business sector and mark the next stage of the Federal Government’s accelerated small business tax cuts, legislated in October 2018, which brought forward tax relief for small and medium businesses by five years.

“Small businesses are the backbone of our economy,” Wicks said.

“We have around 3.5 million small businesses across the

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country.

“They are a vital part of our COVID-19 recovery.

“As COVID-19 health restrictions ease and the economy re-opens, this tax relief will support the many small and family businesses across the Central Coast to bounce back stronger than ever.

“Bringing forward these tax cuts will be a shot in the arm for hard working small and family businesses at a time they need it most, leading to more investment, increased employment opportunities for Australians and helping small business owners keep more of their money.”

Source: Media release, Jul 1 Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks

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need to operate locally.

“The Bigger Backyard Central Coast app promotes new operating hours, new customer service methods and disruptions in supply chain and distribution channels.

“We have seen a 40 per cent drop in supply chain issues

since launch.”

Martin said a united business community can be a very powerful economic driver.

“Other regional economies have seen a threefold return when businesses spend locally,” she said.

“By our calculations, Bigger

Backyard Central Coast has generated $62M for the Central Coast economy.”

Bigger Backyard Central Coast is the collaborative design of the Gosford Erina Business Chamber, Wyong Regional Business Chamber, The Entrance Chamber and Peninsula Chamber, supported

by Central Coast Council and Business NSW. The campaign spearheads a longer-term Chamber led economic initiative called In Good Company” designed to create a much-needed business identity for the region.

“With Covid-19 presenting new challenges daily, now is the time to advocate for a business identity that is unique to the Central Coast and facilitate the expansion of growth locally as well as investment into the region,” Martin said.

Source: Media release, Jul 8 Business Chamber NSW Central Coast

10,000 first home loan guarantees on offer First home buyers on the Central Coast are being encouraged to apply for a new round of 10,000 loan guarantees which became available on July 1.

Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks, said more than 3,000 home buyers across the state had accessed the Federal Government’s First Home Loan Deposit Scheme in its first year.

“The Scheme has provided 10,000 guarantees to eligible first home buyers during its first year, assisting them to purchase a home with a deposit of as little as five per cent,” Wicks said.

“The First Home Loan Deposit Scheme is a key part of the Morrison Government’s commitment to help Australians get into the housing market.”

In the Scheme’s first year of operation, data also shows that guaranteed loans went to applicants whose income was well below the scheme’s cap, Wicks said.

The average income of single

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The Scheme has proven most popular with first home buyers under the age of 30, who secured 59 per cent of guarantees, and 12 per cent of guarantees have been secured

by Australians over the age of 40.

“The scheme can cut years off the time it takes for Australians to save for a

deposit,” Wicks said.

It can also be used in conjunction with the Government’s First Home Super Saver Scheme and HomeBuilder.

More information on the scheme can be found at https:// www.nhfic.gov.au/what-wedo/fhlds/.

Source: Media release, Jul 1 Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks

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Will smart work hubs play a key role in the future of work With social restrictions introduced in the face of COVID-19, many Central Coast workers have discovered they really don’t need to make lengthy commutes to be efficient in the workplace.

But for some, working from home can present its own challenges in balancing the work routine with family and home commitments.

The Smart Work Hub at Gosford, which reopened this week, could be the perfect solution.

The Smart Work Hub offers a quiet shared space designed for all out of office employees and small business needs, with casual booking and membership options available.

Central Coast Council’s Director Connected Communities, Julie Vaughan, said that hub was one way to conduct business safely and conveniently from the Gosford CBD. Located in Gosford CBD across from Kibble Park, the

The Smart Work Hub at Gosford

hub is a modern and bright coworking space with Fast Internet NBN via Fibre to the Premises (FTTP) connections, access to printers, and complimentary tea and coffee.

It is affordable and open seven days a week for full members and Monday to Friday for casual access.

Measures have been put in

place to ensure the facility is as safe as possible with a COVID safe management plan in place, increased cleaning and limits on numbers within the facility (20 people per day in the co-working space with bookings required).

Mayor Lisa Matthews said the hub is a valuable business space proudly owned and

operated by Council.

“We have been looking forward to opening the Smart Work Hub as soon as restrictions and community safety measures allow, to help support local industry, small business and entrepreneurs by providing a safe, central co-working space,” Cr Matthews said.

“Making this space open and

available will also help to keep workers on the Coast, providing immense personal benefits while also boosting the local economy.”

Work hubs like these can often be a cost-effective solution for companies when compared with a long-term commercial lease of an office for just one or two local

employees or because of the scope to share infrastructure such as meeting rooms, audiovisual equipment and IT support.

Since the onset of the pandemic, many commuters have found their productivity had increased by working from home due to a big reduction in commuting time and workplace distractions.

Many also attribute this increase in productivity to becoming fitter and happier as they reconnect with family and community.

But working from home can often present a different set of distractions as well as increased work health and safety risks, such as nonergonomic furniture.

Serviced offices with highspeed internet and IT infrastructure may offer a happy middle ground.

More information on the council’s Smart Work Hub can be found at centralcoast.nsw. gov.au/business Terry Collins

Motion to revoke significant tree registration fee Central Coast councillors will vote at their meeting on July 13 on a motion from Councillor Louise Greenaway to abolish a suggested $250 fee for nominating a tree for inclusion on Council’s Significant Tree register.

The fee was one of the charges set for the 2020-2021 financial year and adopted by

councillors at a special meeting on June 29, but it raised a red flag with Cr Greenaway, who voted against the fees and charges policy.

It is understood that at the time the former Gosford and Wyong councils merged, Gosford had a Significant Tree Register, while Wyong did not.

Registering a tree with the former Gosford Council was

free.

Cr Greenaway said the council had resolved in August 2019 to expand the Significant Tree Register into the former Wyong area and to minimise the cost to ratepayers.

Her motion also calls for the CEO to investigate opportunities for incorporating the Significant Tree Register in Council’s Local Planning Instruments with the

specific intention of providing long term protection to the trees listed on the register.

Environmentalist Joy Cooper, who will speak in favour of Cr Greenaway’s motion in the public forum prior to Monday night’s meeting, said the $250 fee was “a terrible idea”.

“Who do they think will play to have a tree included on the register?” she said.

“It has always been free in the past.

“We should be capitalising on the magnificent trees we have around the Coast.

“We could have brochures in out tourist centres, or even a phone app, listing all the trees on the register and guiding users on where to find them.

“People come to the Coast because of the natural beauty

of the area.

“And in a survey done on Council’s own Local Strategic Planning Statement, 85 per cent of respondents said the environment was an important factor.”

Source: Agenda item 6.3 Central Coast Council meeting, July 13

Councillors to vote on pay rise for themselves Central Coast Councillors will vote at the next meeting on Monday, July 13 on whether to give themselves a pay rise.

Council has been recategorised as a Major Strategic Area and with that comes an increase in the minimum and maximum pay rates the council can adopt as set by the Local Government Remuneration Tribunal.

The Tribunal ruled no pay increases this year, but the recategorisation has put Council on par with Newcastle for remuneration, rather than with Lake Macquarie.

Previously the maximum remuneration to a Central

Coast councillor was $30,410 per year.

That has now risen to $32,040 maximum.

The Mayoral maximum fee moves from $88,600 to $99,800.

The full increase would mean an adjustment to the budget of an additional $35,650.

The staff recommend councillors accept the maximum increase, arguing that it was appropriate for a Council the size of the Central Coast to remunerate councillors at the higher level.

“While this represents an increase, this needs to be considered in the light of the fact that Council has long held

that it should be in a different category,” the report said.

“Had the Tribunal agreed with this position on a previous occasion, the fees payable to councillors would likely have been at the level that is recommended.

“At every opportunity Council has made submissions to the Tribunal and now that the Tribunal has recognised the validity of Council’s submission it is considered appropriate to apply the increase available.”

Central Coast argued that it was of such size, scale and capacity that it would be more appropriately categorised with the largest and most populated Councils in NSW servicing a regional area such as

Wollongong and Newcastle Councils.

The submission noted that Central Coast Council has the largest budget of all councils in NSW. Council had sought to be recategorised as a Regional City, saying its characteristics were substantially different to Lake Macquarie which it had been categorised with as Regional Strategic Area.

“The Tribunal in its 2020 determination concurred that the characteristics of the two Councils (Central Coast and Lake Macquarie) allocated to the Regional Strategic Area category were sufficiently different to warrant further differentiation,” the report said.

“However, the Tribunal did not agree with Council’s submission that Central Coast Council meets the broader criteria applicable to other councils in the category of Major Regional City - being Newcastle and Wollongong.

“As a result, the Tribunal determined to introduce a new category - Major Strategic Area.

“This category was created to recognise the scale and unique position of Central Coast Council to both the Sydney and Hunter regions.

“Central Coast Council is now in the category of Major Strategic Area [and] it is noted that the remuneration span for this category is the same as for

a Major Regional City.”

The Central Coast is the only council in the new category.

Categories are reconsidered every three years.

The tribunal also addressed the non-payment of super to councillors.

It ruled that councillors are not employed by council and the fee paid is not a salary.

The tribunal noted the Australian Tax Office had made a definitive ruling that allowed councillors to redirect their fees into super on a pre-tax basis.

Source Agenda item 3.4 Central Coast Council meeting, July 13.

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New water infrastructure to accelerate housing development in Gosford and Warnervale Water supply infrastructure in Gosford is set for a $12.5M upgrade, with contracts now signed for the State Government’s $21M commitment for water and sewerage infrastructure at Gosford and Warnervale.

Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, said the funding included $8.5M for new and upgraded sewer mains and pumps in the Warnervale town centre and would enable growth and development across the region.

“This funding is critical because it will enable the future construction of 5,000 new homes in Gosford City Centre, while also helping to develop Warnervale into a major residential hub,” Crouch

said.

Central Coast Mayor Lisa Matthews said the funding boost will assist Council to deliver water and sewage infrastructure in two key growth areas of the Central Coast.

“This additional funding will help provide a reliable water service to the Gosford CBD to meet the needs of an increased level of high-rise residential dwellings, the ongoing redevelopment of Gosford Hospital, the completion of the ATO and NSW Financial Services developments and other developments planned for the Gosford CBD area,” Cr Matthews said.

“It will also contribute to water and sewage infrastructure in Warnervale Town Centre, which will help

accelerate housing and commercial development in line with the Government’s plans for the region.”

The projects are part of the NSW Government’s broader $51M commitment under the Housing Acceleration Fund on the Central Coast, with a third water infrastructure project currently being finalised with Council.

The projects align with the NSW Government’s Central Coast Regional Plan 2036, which aims to attract new residents, businesses, tourists and cultural activities to the region through improved planning controls and strategic development.

Source: Media release, Jul 8 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

Public Notice PROPOSED ROAD CLOSING UNDER SECTION 38B ROADS ACT 1993 In pursuance of the provisions of the Roads Act 1993, notice is hereby given that Central Coast Council proposes to close the council public road listed in Schedule 1.

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

Access and Inclusion Reference Group We are inviting community members who live with a disability, family members or carers of someone living with a disability and people working in the disability sector to submit an Expression of Interest to join our Access and Inclusion Reference Group. This group assists in guiding Council’s implementation of the current Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) and developing the DIAP 2021-2025.

Submissions are now open and close 5pm Thursday 23 July 2020.

Further information and submission details are available online centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/EOI or by contacting: Jodie Frost Foster, Disability Inclusion Officer P: 4325 8109 E: Jodie.Frost-Foster@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au

Schedule 1: Part Kuburra Road, Erina adjoining Lot 1 DP 262632.

Upon closure of the road, council intends to sell the land to an adjoining land owner.

All interested persons are hereby invited to make submissions concerning the proposal.

Submission should quote F2020/00941 and be addressed to Paul Forster, Section Manager, Property & Infrastructure Services, Central Coast Council and will be accepted until 5pm on 4 August 2020 by email (preferred) to paul.forster@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au or post to PO Box 21, Gosford NSW 2250.

Please note that under the provisions of the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009, such submissions may be referred to third parties for consideration.

Once the submission period is completed, Central Coast Council will consider all duly made submissions before deciding whether to continue with the road closure proposal.

Gary Murphy Chief Executive Officer

Central Coast Council Offices 2 Hely St Wyong / 49 Mann St Gosford 8.30am - 5.00pm, Monday to Friday T 1300 463 954 Mayor Lisa Matthews | Chief Executive Officer Gary Murphy

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Development Consents Notice is given of the granting of the following Development Consents and Complying Development Certificates pursuant to Section 101 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979. Consents can be made available for inspection by contacting Central Coast Council.

No

Date

46316/2014

19-06-2020 60 Cape Three Points AVOCA BEACH Rd

Address

Suburb

Dwelling Addition, Secondary Dwelling & Plunge Pool (Amended Application)

Proposed Development

39623/2010

19-06-2020 139 Cape Three Points Rd

AVOCA BEACH

Dwelling House (New), Garage, Pool & Associated Landscape Works (Amended Application)

51218/2016

17-06-2020 37 Endeavour Dr

AVOCA BEACH

Dwelling House (New) (Amended Application)

56261/2019

19-06-2020 55 & 57 Ascot Ave

AVOCA BEACH

2 Lot into 3 Lot Subdivision

433/2020

23-06-2020 3 Murray St

BATEAU BAY

Alterations & Additions

450/2020

24-06-2020 12 Scribbly Gum St

BERKELEY VALE

Dwelling

58417/2020

19-06-2020 270 Booker Bay Rd

BOOKER BAY

Extension to Rear of Dwelling

1392/2018

26-06-2020 250 Pacific Hwy

CHARMHAVEN

Construction of a Dwelling House, Carport & Associated Works (Including OSSM)

48747/2015

25-06-2020 24 Sorrento Rd

EMPIRE BAY

Secondary Dwelling (Amended Application)

58063/2020

19-06-2020 5 Maas Pde

FORRESTERS BEACH Carport & Awning Roof Additions

58341/2020

24-06-2020 19 Bayside Dr

GREEN POINT

Swimming Pool

534/2020

23-06-2020 91 Fairmont Bvd

HAMLYN TERRACE

Dwelling

468/2020

23-06-2020 33 Coventry Ln

HAMLYN TERRACE

Dwelling & Attached Secondary Dwelling

340/2020

25-06-2020 22 Columbus St

HAMLYN TERRACE

Dwelling, Attached Secondary Dwelling & Retaining Wall

411/2020

23-06-2020 583 Dicksons Rd

JILLIBY

Shed

445/2020

25-06-2020 34 Craigie Ave

KANWAL

Home Business - Beauty Therapy

58294/2020

25-06-2020 149 The Scenic Rd

KILLCARE HEIGHTS

New Shed & Studio

58292/2020

19-06-2020 13 Joalah Rd

KINCUMBER

Secondary Dwelling

56751/2019

23-06-2020 27 Sunny Bank Rd

LISAROW

2 Lot Subdivision (Amended Application)

399/2020

24-06-2020 67 Gilbert St

LONG JETTY

Dwelling

58370/2020

24-06-2020 21 Warri Cr

MACMASTERS BEACH

Secondary Dwelling

308/2020

23-06-2020 2 Freemans Glen

MARDI

Sheds

54406/2018

25-06-2020 29 Bidjiwong Rd

MATCHAM

Dwelling House (New) (Amended Application)

58434/2020

22-06-2020 331 Matcham Rd

MATCHAM

Dwelling Addition

57831/2020

24-06-2020 52 Fountains Rd

NARARA

Alterations & Additions to Existing Dwelling (Amended Application)

58372/2020

24-06-2020 126 Manns Rd

NARARA

Steel Framed Shed

58365/2020

22-06-2020 3 Sutton Cl

NIAGARA PARK

Dwelling House (New)

564/2020

23-06-2020 14 Bungary Rd

NORAH HEAD

Demolition of Dwelling & Garage

405/2019

23-06-2020 6A Roslyn Pl

NORAVILLE

Dwelling (Amended Application)

58190/2020

18-06-2020 37 Bay St

PATONGA

Demolition of Existing House & Garage, Construction of New House & 2 Single Garages

56641/2019

19-06-2020 1734 Peats Ridge Rd PEATS RIDGE

Proposed Bulk Earthworks to Facilitate Future Intensive Plant Agriculture & Machinery / Packing Shed (Amended Application)

58325/2020

19-06-2020 47 Bayline Dr

POINT CLARE

Swimming Pool

52137/2017

19-06-2020 31A Albany St

POINT FREDERICK

Demolition of Existing Dwelling & Construct New Dwelling & Secondary Dwelling (Amended Application)

480/2020

25-06-2020 57 Bellevue St

SHELLY BEACH

Demolition of Existing Dwelling

58379/2020

24-06-2020 30 Marina View Pde

ST HUBERTS ISLAND Internal Alterations, Carport & Covered Deck

58389/2020

23-06-2020 10 Heron Pl

ST HUBERTS ISLAND Double Storey Dwelling

510/2020

23-06-2020 34 Braithwaite Rd

TACOMA

Aboveground Pool

51529/2017

18-06-2020 334 Scenic Hwy

TERRIGAL

Front Fence & Deck & Demolition Existing Carport (Amended Application)

551/2020

26-06-2020 22 Shearwater St

TUMBI UMBI

Swimming Pool

58264/2020

23-06-2020 33 Gwendolen Ave

UMINA BEACH

Change of Use - Alterations & Additions to create Secondary Dwelling

58268/2020

23-06-2020 443 Ocean Beach Rd UMINA BEACH

Conversion of Existing Shed / Workshop to create Secondary Dwelling

58447/2020

18-06-2020 25 Elanora Rd

Swimming Pool Inground

UMINA BEACH

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Visit centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/NSWPlanningPortal for more information and to register for the NSW Planning Portal

No

Date

Address

Suburb

Proposed Development

58364/2020

18-06-2020 2 / 759 The Entrance WAMBERAL Rd

Swimming Pool, Cabana & Deck Addition to Shed

49499/2016

19-06-2020 210 Manns Rd

WEST GOSFORD

New Industrial Building (Amended Application)

496/2020

25-06-2020 13 Hampton Ct

WOONGARRAH

Dwelling & Retaining Wall

533/2020

25-06-2020 10 Cadogan Cr

WOONGARRAH

Dwelling

354/2019

22-06-2020 4 Dulmison Ave

WYONG

Subdivision of Land to create 4 Torrens Title Lots

297/2020

25-06-2020 72 Stanley St

WYONGAH

Alterations & Additions

Development Applications

The following Development Applications are notified for public comment and can be viewed online at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au

Written submissions close: 31 July 2020 No

Address

Suburb

Description

601/2020

20 James Watt Dr

CHITTAWAY BAY

Attached Dual Occupancy & Torrens Title Subdivision Applicant - Absolute Building Designers

58645/2020

1 Mann St

GOSFORD

Retaining Walls Rehabilitation Applicant - Baam Consulting Pty Ltd

502/2020

32 - 36 Canton Beach Rd & 20W Yaralla Rd

TOUKLEY

Use of The Village Green Precinct, The Village Green Precinct Carpark, Carpark 20W & 40 Beachcomber Parade for Various Community Events & Carnivals (10 General Events & 6 Major Events per year for 5 Years) (Re - Notified) Applicant Central Coast Council

608/2020

28 Casey Dr

WATANOBBI

Dual Occupancy & 2 Lot Strata Subdivision Applicant Murphy Builders

Written submissions close: 7 August 2020 No

Address

Suburb

Description

584/2020

64 Lakeside Pde

THE ENTRANCE

Demolition of Existing Structures & Construction of 4 - 2 Storey Townhouses Applicant - Mr D Cavallo & Ms A Cavallo

1483/2018

10 Dening St, 1, 3 & 5 Short Street

THE ENTRANCE

Masterplan Application Mixed Use Retail & Residential Development Incorporating 102 Residential Units (Amended Plans Submitted) (Re - Notified) Applicant - CKDS Architecture

Central Coast Council is required to comply with the requirements of the Government Information (Public Access) Act 20019 which requires submissions on Development Applications to be published on Council’s website. In order to maintain privacy, all submissions lodged using Council’s DA Submission Form or online portal will have personal contact details and signature redacted. Submissions received not using Council’s DA Submission Form or via the online portal will be published in full. Your submission may also be reproduced in full in Council reports or in Court proceedings.

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Council mulls opportunities from $190M Federal Recycling Fund Central Coast Council has welcomed a recent Federal Government commitment to help drive a transformation of Australia’s waste and recycling capacity.

A spokesperson said Council welcomed any initiative that will benefit the Central Coast community and was considering the impacts of what the announcement means for our region.

“Council will analyse the impact of this announcement and provide additional comment directly to the community in due course,” the spokesperson said.

The $190M Recycling Modernisation Fund will see more than 10,000 jobs created countrywide and 10 million tonnes of waste diverted from landfill.

The new federal fund aims to support innovative investment in new infrastructure to sort, process and remanufacture materials such as mixed plastic, paper, tyres and glass, with funding contingent on co-funding from industry, states and territories.

“As we cease shipping our waste overseas, the waste and recycling transformation will reshape our domestic waste industry, driving job creation and putting valuable materials back into the economy,” Minister for the Environment, Sussan Ley, said.

“Australians need to have faith

that the items they place in their kerbside recycling bins will be reused in roads, carpet, building materials and a range of other essential items.

“At the same time, we need to stop throwing away tonnes of electronic waste and batteries each year and develop new ways to recycle valuable resources.

“This is a once in a generation opportunity to remodel waste management, reduce pressure on our environment and create economic opportunity.”

Local Government NSW (LGNSW) President, Linda Scott, said councils are at the forefront of waste and recycling and have long campaigned for a major overhaul of waste and recycling management.

She said the announcement was potentially a big step forward although details of how the funds could be accessed remained muddy.

Scott expects the fund to generate $600M in recycling investment and transform Australia’s waste and recycling capacity, in line with LGNSW plans under its Save Our Recycling campaign.

“However, we are keen to see the detail of this program,” she said.

“For example, who can apply and what are the requirements for this funding?

“The announcement includes

the requirement for co-funding from state governments and industry (but) we are yet to hear if the NSW Government will commit and on what basis.

“These are absolutely essential issues for local councils and recycling facility operators, who are facing increasing pressure to deal with mounting waste and decreasing landfill space.

“We also support calls for this investment to be accompanied by a commitment to create greater demand for recycled materials throughgovernmentprocurement targets.”

Scott said LGNSW was calling on the NSW Government to: provide funding to councils to develop regional waste plans and deliver priority infrastructure; increase procurement of recycled goods made with domestic content and support a circular economy; deliver statewide education campaigns to promote waste avoidance and recycling; and introduce producer responsibility schemes for problematic materials.

“Today’s Federal announcement is a critical step forward in dealing with this issue, but much more needs to be done quickly to fix waste management in our state,” she said.

“We will continue to work with the NSW Government on behalf of councils to drive these changes.”

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More Chemical CleanOut days planned for August The last Household Chemical CleanOut events held on the Coast attracted a recordbreaking number of vehicles attending and items collected, with the next events set for Kariong on August 1-2 and Charmhaven on August 15-16.

Earlier this year 3,496 vehicles passed through the gates dropping off 132.9 tonnes of chemicals at the bi-annual event hosted by Central Coast Council in conjunction with the NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment (DPIE).

Council’s Waste Services and Business Development Unit Manager,Andrew Pearce, said the incredible result displayed the community’s dedication to the management of household waste and resource recovery.

“Materials collected at these events are safely disposed of by the EPA contractor, with items such as paint tins, lead acid batteries and motor oils being recycled or reused,” Pearce said.

“It is no surprise paint was the most common item dropped off – other popular items included oil and fuels, gas cylinders, lead acid batteries, automotive products and pesticides.

“These events help keep hazardous materials out of our landfills, as many of these highly volatile products can react with other chemicals presenting a danger not only to our Waste Management Facilities, but also staff and customers at these locations.

“With COVID-19 restrictions still in place, extra precautions will be taken to ensure the continued safety of residents and staff onsite.

“At past Chemical CleanOut events, residents have been asked to remain in their vehicles while Council staff unload their chemicals, and this will again be the case.”

Mayor Lisa Matthews praised residents for their commitment to responsibly disposing of hazardous chemicals.

“Disposing of household

chemicals correctly helps remove the risk of (them) contaminating our waterways and soils,” Cr Matthews said.

“I am pleased that these events are always well attended by our community who are passionate about helping to reduce pollution, keeping hazardous materials out of our landfills, and proactively allowing for reusable materials and precious metals to be recovered.”

Only household quantities are accepted.

For a full list of chemicals that can be dropped off call 131 555 or visit cleanout.com.au.

The Kariong cleanout will be held at Event Park, Kariong (off Kangoo Road), from 9am-3.30pm on August 1 and 2.

The Charmhaven event will take place at Council’s Charmhaven Depot (corner Chelmsford and Depot Rds), from 9am-3.30pm on August 15 and 16.

Source: Media release, Jul 8 Central Coast Council

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More Council services re-opening

Life is returning more and more to the pre COVID norm on the Coast, with Central Coast Council’s Gosford administration office now reopened for customer service transactions, including planning-related enquiries.

Customer service transactions are also available at five libraries: Erina, Lake Haven, The Entrance, Tuggerah and Woy Woy. Customers who want to discuss planning matters can once again visit a duty planner

at the Gosford office between 8.30am and 12.30pm Monday to Friday or call 1300 463 954.

The Wyong administration customer service point remains closed while maintenance work is being undertaken and will open in the near future.

For the ongoing safety of staff and customers, payments at Council’s customer service points are cashless to eliminate the handling of notes and coins.

Cash payments can continue to be made at Australia Post and Westpac branches.

Cheque, EFTPOS, Mastercard,

Visa and BPay payment options continue at all Council venues and facilities.

A spokesperson said Council is committed to its responsibility to ensure any facilities that open for public access now or in the future can be staffed in accordance with the regulations, while ensuring public safety can be maintained through adequate social distancing and thorough cleaning practices.

Source: Media release, Jul 3 Central Coast Council

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Bouncing back from breast cancer online An Erina based Occupational Therapist and Cancer Rehabilitation Specialist has launched a new comprehensive online program for breast cancer survivors to utilise during COVID-19.

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Kate Perkins runs the Cancer Rehabilitation and Lymphatic Solutions Clinic at Erina.

Working primarily with women recovering from breast cancer, many of Perkins’ clients fell into the high-risk category for the coronavirus.

Fearing that they could potentially lose access to the essential services they need, Perkins decided to take her offering digital and now she’s connecting with hundreds of women online via her Bounce Back From Breast Cancer program.

An exercise rehab program, Bounce Back was launched in May and features a library of 22 detailed instructional videos that guide users through

exercise routines in a similar fashion to what they’d be doing in the clinic.

The program is suitable for women going through the three major phases of breast cancer (pre-surgery, post-surgery and recovery) and includes face-toface consultations with Perkins so patients can discuss their individualised programs and any additional needs or concerns they may have.

Perkins also hosts regular discussions with other health professionals working in the breast cancer space to unpack relevant issues, break down aspects of the program and to discuss some of the latest information regarding treatment and rehab.

Building a community of women where patients going through the various stages could turn to for support was also a major goal of Perkins’ and she’s happy to report that her ‘Bounce Back Babes’ are thriving.

“I developed Bounce Back as an online community and training program because I wanted to reach as many women as possible going through breast cancer.

“I know there are women who just don’t have access to the type of services I provide and find it very difficult to recover from treatment with loss of strength, movement and energy,” Perkins said.

“Starting with the very basics of posture, correct movement patterns, and giving the ‘why’ you would perform the exercises or movements.

“I want women to feel confident to perform these exercises in the comfort of their own home and know that they can actually do the program,” Perkins said.

More information about the program is available on the Bounce Back From Breast Cancer website.

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Green Point COVID scare The Coast has endured its first COVID scare in more than a month after NSW Health cleared the possible case being investigated at a local Green Point high school.

On July 3 NSW Health confirmed it was investigating a suspected case of the virus after a Green Point Christian College student with symptoms presented for testing.

As a result the school was closed, and the college community was advised that further testing was underway.

College Principal, Phillip Nash, delivered the good news that the student had returned a negative result later that day.

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“We have received further information from NSW Health that the student at our school does not currently have a COVID-19 infection and is not infectious.

“NSW Health has advised that no further action is required by the school, but as always, they encourage anyone who develops symptoms to be tested,” Nash said.

Despite the incident being the first COVID scare at a local school since the confirmed case at Kincumber High School back in April, it is a timely reminder to all residents not to take the Coast’s COVID-free status for granted.

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Fundraiser for Green Point family raises over $36,000 The Scotland family of Green Point say they have been blown away by the generosity of strangers after $36,000 was raised for them on Go Fund Me. The Help for the Scotland’s fundraiser was created to raise funds for Andy and Amanda Scotland and their children after Andy suffered multiple spinal fractures during a mountain biking accident.

Originally launched with a

goal of $5,000, the fundraiser has since reached seven times that amount, with the monies to go a long way towards easing the financial burden on the Scotland’s while Andy recovers from spinal surgery and goes through rehab.

Both Andy and Amanda say the funding has given them peace of mind and hope during a dark time in their lives.

“We were touched that people supported us to the

original goal so to see how far it’s gone has just been overwhelming.

“I just felt so overcome with love that people wanted to do this for us, especially since it’s not just people we know.

“It’s strangers and people we haven’t seen or spoken to in years coming out of the woodwork.

“This was the boost we needed and is so much more than just money to us,” Amanda

said.

Amanda made a special mention to the mountain biking community, who she said supported and shared the campaign across its networks when members learned how Andy had been injured.

She also praised family, friends and strangers alike who helped the campaign gain traction on social media as well as the Go Fund Me platform itself.

“The feeling of love that has come with all this has carried us through a difficult time.

“I don’t think the people who donated understand just how deeply this has touched us,” Amanda said.

Andy had a simple message for those who’ve backed the campaign.

“Thank you from the bottom of my heart,” he said.

“The emotions we felt when we first saw how much money

was coming through to us from people we love and people we don’t even know are indescribable.

“I was very worried about my family’s financial situation at the start of all this, but this fundraiser has taken a lot of the pressure and stress off.”

Anyone interested in donating to The Help for the Scotland’s campaign can do so by visiting the Go Fund Me website.

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The Water Gang wins Choose Water competition

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Choose Water! program.

The secondary school program aims to promote water as the drink of choice among adolescents and is part of a broader research project

investigating student consumption of sugary drinks that aims to determine whether behavioural intervention and the introduction of chilled water stations will increase water consumption and change attitudes towards sugary drinks in high schoolers.

The program also aims to improve students understanding of plastic pollution and waster waste by

promoting reusable bottles and refills.

As part of the Central Coast program a competition was opened to all local high schools to win a chilled water station, with the prize to go to the school that came up with the best way to promote water as the drink of choice among its student body.

At Henry Kendall High School

a group of students championing the program decided to get creative with their entry.

Known as ‘The Water Gang’ the 10 students involved made a stop motion video about a cup’s journey through the school to a water station whilst students spoke about the environmental impacts of not using recyclable plastic water bottles.

The video also featured information about why students should choose water over other drinks.

Water Gang members, Milana St Clair and Pia McLean Barth said they beat out seven other schools to take out the competition.

“Central Coast Local Health District said Henry Kendall High School were unanimously the

clear winners in the competition.

“We would like to thank Central Coast Local Health District for this opportunity, and we cannot wait for our new chilled water station to be installed,” St Clair and McLean Barth said.

Source: Newsletter, Jul 3 Andrew Backhouse, Henry Kendall High School

Students learn to set goals with Olympian Year 8 students from Henry Kendall High School have enjoyed a video conference with Australian Olympic and Commonwealth games sprinter, Rohan Browning.

Browning currently holds the record for the fastest person in Australia and is the third fastest Australian in history.

Students had the opportunity to listen to a 30-minute

presentation by Browning who regularly visits high schools as a NSW Institute of Sport Ambassador.

Browning spoke to students about the challenges he has faced in his career and the resilience he had to show to overcome these issues.

Henry Kendall High School’s Head Teacher PDHPE, Gareth Wright, said students were motivated by Browning’s

presentation and learnt about the importance of goal setting.

“It is safe to say the students thoroughly enjoyed the presentation and it is something which they can focus their attention to in the coming weeks,” Wright said.

Source: Newsletter, Jul 3 Andrew Backhouse, Henry Kendall High School

Rohan Browning giving an athlete presentation prior to the pandemic Photo: NSW Institute of Sport

HSC Hub officially launched The NSW Government has launched its new HSC Hub to give HSC students access to a range of curriculum and support materials in the countdown to their exams.

The hub was launched in the last week of Term 2 to give students time to familiarise themselves with the platform

before the school holidays, with resources from creative arts through to TAS now available.

And to ensure all students have equitable access to the new resource NSW Education has advised eligible students will be loaned devices and internet dongles to allow them to get online.

The hub will also provide centralised support for students, providing them with a quick and easy point of reference for HSC related questions.

The hub can be accessed by visiting hschub.nsw.edu.au.

Source: Press release, Jul 3 NSW Government Media Unit

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Council series to discuss the future of education Central Coast Council’s next Innovation Series event will focus on the future of education.

Running from 8:30am on July 16, the online event is set to feature the University of Newcastle’s Pro Vice Chancellor Education and Arts, Professor John Fishcetti and IBM A/NZ Corporate Social Responsibility Lead, Jade Moffat Herman and Central Coast P-TECH Industry Liaison, Jillian Williams.

“If we suddenly lost our memories and had no concept of education, what would the learning journey look like?” a spokesperson for the event said.

“We decided to take the opportunity to run The Future of Education breakfast in the school holidays so we can talk to both educators, students and facilitators.

“In NSW, and Australia more broadly, we are on the precipice of a massive transformation of schooling and education.

“As businesses and organisation evolve to adapt to needs of a fast-changing world so too will education on all levels to ensure future employees and innovative leaders are equipped with the right skills and qualifications.

“We know the NSW K-12 curriculum is going through a

major reform, there are changes happening to university degrees and we need to understand how to best prepare our children and young people for a rapidly changing workforce.

“We also need to understand how to prepare our businesses for future employment and to predict what innovation opportunities could emerge.

“Our guest speakers are on the cutting edge of the future of education and what it might look like. Get future ready insights into how we can determine the knowledge, skills, attitudes and values students need to thrive in and

shape their future,” the spokesperson said.

Current Central Coast students in the NSW school system and youth ambassadors will also be featured.

“We would particularly love to see Principals, career advisors, young people, and local business who are keen to stay ahead and adapt to the future of the workplace,” the spokesperson said.

For more information about the event, including how to register, visit council’s website.

Source: Press release, Jul 8 Central Coast Council Media

New mural for bus stop as Waggy Hall reopens As Coronavirus restrictions ease, public venues in Wagstaffe are being targeted by community members for reopening and rejuvenation.

These efforts began in March and were finished in May. The addition of a sculpture to the garden is currently being organised by the Association in consultancy with the community who are encouraged to contribute ideas for the final design.

Local artist,Virginia Henderson, is also currently in the process of completing a mural on the inside of the bus stop.

“She’s been entertained by the interest of passing pedestrian and school kids from the bus,” said Association member, Helen Menzies.

“All of us have been reminded yet again, in a world that’s

Members of the Wagstaffe to Killcare Community Association (WKCA) have been undertaking a variety of projects in and around Wagstaffe square for the benefit of the community and have also reopened Wagstaffe Hall.

The rejuvenation works centre around the garden patch that surrounds the paperbark tree in the centre of Wagstaffe square as well as scrubbing away dirt caked onto the bus stop adjacent the Hall on Wagstaffe Avenue.

chaotic, how lucky we are to live where we live.”

The decision to reopen Wagstaffe Hall was made by the Association, who manage the use of the hall, however its use is contingent upon the upkeep of various Coronavirus safe practices which will be enforced by the Association.

“Our regular hirers have been informed of requirements and may resume activities once they have made arrangements with their respective groups,” said Association President, Mike Allsop.

“We are starting to see further event enquiries and inspections

ramp up as well, and these will all be made well aware of the various requirements in place currently.

“The hall itself has had some maintenance work undertaken by a band of volunteers led by Ian Bull.

“Our thanks go to Ian and Dave Loker and in particular to Ken Tough who has done a sterling job for us.”

On Monday, 13 July, the Association will use Wagstaffe Hall to host their Annual General Meeting, followed by their first community meeting post lockdown, at 7:30 pm.

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Grant funding for Gosford Tennis Centre and RYSS Two Central Coast organisations have received more than $300,000 in State Government funding.

Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said Gosford Tennis Centre had enjoyed a $126,204 boost from the Infrastructure Grants program and Regional Youth Support Services (RYSS) is $200,000 richer.

Crouch said the Tennis Centre would use the funds to replace its 50-year-old lighting system.

“The old system will be replaced with new LED lighting that consume only a fraction of the energy of the old lights,” he said.

“This facility often plays host to interstate tournaments as well as regular training squads and practice sessions, so the new high-quality lights will be a very welcome boost for the Club’s 2,000 members.”

Gosford Tennis Club Operations Manager, Jackie de Vivo, said the club was

Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, with Tony Haworth and members of Gosford Tennis Club and Tennis NSW

“absolutely thrilled” to be able to offer new lighting to the Coast’s tennis community.

“Basically, it will light 13 courts that currently have very antiquated lighting, and this

will have a huge impact on night tennis,” de Vivo said.

“At the moment, replacing just one bulb can cost $2,500 because there is a cherry picker involved.

“We have one light out at the moment and have been trying to save up to get it fixed.

“This new LED lighting is going to save the club an enormous amount of money.

“At the moment our quarterly electricity bill is around $5,500 and this should reduce significantly.

“It will be a gamechanger for our competitions.”

RYSS is likely to use its funds to assist with the purchase and development of a new shopfront when it relocates from its current facility later this year, Crouch said.

The new shopfront is set to contain youth-friendly spaces, meeting and workshop rooms, an exhibition area and space for case managers.

“RYSS does an outstanding job at providing support and care to young people on the Central Coast,” Crouch said.

In the latest round of funding, $4M in grants have been awarded to 32 projects across NSW in the categories of sport and recreation, arts and culture, disaster readiness and essential community infrastructure.

Applications for the next round of funding open on September 21.

Terry Collins

Toowoon Bay Ocean Swim 2020 cancelled This year’s Toowoon Bay Ocean Swim (TBOS) has been cancelled.

The popular ocean swim usually attracts hundreds of swimmers from across the Coast and further afield, and has been held without fail for the past 15 years.

The 2020 swim was supposed to take place on November 21, but TBOS Committee Chairman, Greg Owen, confirmed the cancellation, claiming several factors influenced the decision.

“It was a very disappointing decision to make, but ultimately the committee felt that it was in everyone’s best interest that this year’s swim be cancelled,” Owen said.

According to Owen, COVID-19 was the catalyst, with the committee unable to secure the approvals or sponsors needed to proceed in the aftermath of the pandemic lockdown.

“To be able to go ahead with

Photo: Toowoon Bay SLSC

the swim, we need open event approvals from Central Coast Council, the RMS and Toowoon Bay SLSC, and at the moment, the application process with the first two is non-existent.

“As with past swims, we’re

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also reliant on community sponsorship to be able to cover the cost of the event, but given how tough a year it’s been, our usual sponsors could not commit to funding,” Owen explained.

“The committee was also concerned about the ability to manage physical distancing between volunteers, spectators and over 500 competitors, and ultimately decided that it would be impossible to enforce this

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under event conditions.

“Risk mitigation was also a concern, as the event is completely volunteer run and we did not want to put volunteers at risk, nor did we want to risk the swim’s

reputation if we did forge ahead without the approvals and adequate protocols in place.

“All of these factors led the committee to agree that it just wasn’t right to go ahead with the swim this year,” Owen said.

With November still a way off, TBOS regulars are hopeful for a reversal of fortune, but Owen believes that won’t be possible, with the committee now turning its attention to next year’s event.

“Given the reasons stated, I would see it as being very difficult for the cancellation to be overturned.

“I want to thank our sponsors and supporters and hope they’ll come on board again when the Toowoon Bay Ocean Swim returns in 2021,” Owen said.

Source: Interview, Jul 3 Greg Owen, Toowoon Bay Ocean Swim Reporter: Dilon Luke

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APPROX. TIME LAG AFTER FORT DENISON Ettalong 40 min, Rip Bridge 2hrs - Wisemans Ferry 2 hrs 30 min, Koolewong 2 hrs 10 min In view of the variations caused by local conditions and meteorological effects, these times are approximate and must be considered as a guide only. They are not to be relied on for critical depth calculations for safe navigation. Actual times of High and Low Water may occur before or after the times indicated

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Three Mariners home games in 10 days The Mariners have emerged as one of the big winners of the Hyundai A-League’s amended season draw, with three of the club’s four remaining games to be played at home … all within 10 days.

The FFA confirmed the draw on July 1, with the Mariners set to play Perth Glory at Central Coast Stadium on July 18 for their first match since the hiatus.

They’ll then host the Newcastle Jets on Friday, July

24 and the Western Sydney Wanderers on Monday, July 27, in their next fixtures, and could very well make it four home games with their final game of the season against Melbourne Victory to be played at a venue yet to be confirmed.

It is not clear at this stage if Victoria’s worsening COVID-19 situation will have an impact on the fourth fixture.

Despite that uncertainty, Mariners’ Head Coach, Alen Stajcic, said the fixtures release was a positive step towards the season restarting.

“We’re all looking forward to getting back out there and having the opportunity to do what we love and play for our fans again.

“Our intention is to go out there and win every game, put on a show for our fans, and if there’s an opportunity for some of them to be at matches, then that is something we would certainly look forward to,” he said.

Source: Website, Jul 1 Central Coast Mariners Media

Ziggy Gordon and Matt Simon hard at work at a recent Mariners’ training session Photo: Central Coast Mariners

Viva De Vivo!

From page 40 The pair traded blows for over an hour in overcast conditions before De Vivo prevailed 6-3, 7-5.

The tournament is a new initiative of the GTC to host an elite mid-year event, with most metropolitan venues closed due to Covid-19.

Over 150 players, boys and girls, registered for the tournament across three age groups, U12, U14 and U18, with a large cohort of players coming from Sydney and some from as far afield as Canberra.

De Vivo was in strong form, pounding his first serve and forehand groundstrokes to both sides of the court.

Courtney produced some stunning shots of his own and at times, looked to be gaining the ascendency.

But De Vivo finished strongly on his home court to take out the tournament.

In the U18 womens, Jessica Jeong from The Entrance produce some dazzling tennis to defeat Wyong’s Mika Hosoi 6-3, 6-3, while The Entrance’s rising star, Isobella Wang was

Kelly Leeming in flight in the U12 boys final

too strong for Susannah Su 6-0, 6-3 in the U14 girls.

Kona Derrick prevailed over Chase Zhao 6-0,7-5 in the U14 boys.

The U12 final also produced some amazing tennis, including an enthralling battle between Gosford’s Kelly Leeming and 10-year-old Flynn Coventry Searle from The Entrance.

Searle appeared to get the better of Leeming in the first set, before the youngster rallied to take out the set in a tiebreaker 7-6 (10-8).

Leeming then took control in the second set to cruise home 6-2.

Maria Gorval defeated Bailey Kent-Duggan 6-2, 7-5 in the U12 girls tournament.

GTC Treasurer Tony Haworth said it had been a very successful junior tournament at a time when players were crying out for competition.

It is likely we will see more of De Vivo and Courtney with the GTC UTR Open event commencing Friday (Jun 10) with finals on Sunday.

Ross Barry

Awards of Excellence awarded to local SLSCC members Surf Life Saving Central Coast is congratulating two of its members after winning the ‘Awards of Excellence’ at the 2020 Freemasons Presentations.

The awards were presented virtually to Lachlan Braddish from Umina SLS Club and Paul Lemmon from Terrigal SLS Club.

Braddish took away the ‘Young Athlete of the Year’ after becoming the 2020 State Champion Surf Life Saver of the

Year and receiving a silver medal in the U19 Belt Race.

He was also able to score himself 13 medals at the NSW Pool Rescue Championships, all while studying for his HSC’s.

Being an ‘elder statesman’ of the Umina Squad, he volunteers his time at the Nipper Pool, coaching and supporting others.

“Many of Lachlan’s competitors say that he is the ultimate athlete, [but] he will also always put his hand up for whatever his team needs,” a

spokesperson for the Freemasons said.

Lemmon from Terrigal SLC won ‘Master Athlete of the Year’ for his outstanding ability to go above and beyond with the club and other sporting achievements.

Lemmon has been with the club since 1980, and this was the 10th consecutive year he has won the award.

He is the club’s Ski Coach where he provides technique and skills sessions for competitors, and he is also

involved in a youth members’ club called the Inheritors Program.

Lemmon has previously been a Pool Rescue Coach and led Iron Person and Board Sessions.

“With all his knowledge, skills and experience, Paul is an invaluable asset to have at the club,” the spokesperson said.

Freemasons on the Central Coast have supported SLSCC since 2012.

Jacinta Counihan.

Lachlan Braddish

Paul Lemmon

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Viva De Vivo!

Gosford tennis superstar, Nick De Vivo, endured in a tantalisingly tight final of the Gosford Tennis Club’s (GTC) U18 boys UTR event against Wyong rival, Riley Courtney.

Continued page 39 Nick de Vivo winds up in the GTC Junior UTR event

Warriors’ late surge sinks Broncos The Central Coast’s NZ Warriors came from behind to snatch an exciting 26-16 victory over the hapless Brisbane Broncos at Central Coast Stadium on Saturday night (Jul 4).

The Broncos skipped out to a 10-0 lead after 27 minutes courtesy of two tries to winger Xavier Coates, one coming at the end of a 90 metre dash after latching onto an intercept.

Warriors playmaker, Kodi Nikorama, was sidelined early with a head knock and his absence, together with a string or errors, prevented the Warriors gaining any early momentum.

In the shadow of the half-time break however, winger Ken Maumalo powered over the line to touch down and put the Warriors back into the contest.

In the second half, some deft kicks from half-back Blake Green, standing in as captain

for the suspended Roger Tuivasa-Sheck, steadied the ship and saw the New Zealanders dominate field position before Agnatius Paasi crashed over to put the Warriors in front.

But it was not long before Brisbane’s Herbie Farnworth pounced on a towering bomb from Anthony Milford to put the visitors ahead once again, 1612.

Blake Green then pulled off a raking 40-20 and set up a try for David Fusitu’a, only to be denied by the video referee.

The Warriors lifted in the final stages of the match however, to pile on three tries – the first to hooker Wayde Egan, the second a highly acrobatic finish

by Maumalo and the final try to Isaiah Papali’l, set up deftly by Green.

Maumalo had been try-less for the season up until this match, so his double against

the Broncos came as a longawaited drought-breaker.

The win leaves the Warriors in 12th place on the NRL ladder with three wins from eight rounds and means they are still unbeaten in their three home matches at the Gosford Stadium.

It was also the first win for fillin coach, Tom Payten who took over stewardship of the team after the unexpected sacking of Steve Kearney two weeks ago.

For the Broncos, it’s their sixth straight loss and leaves them floundering in the room of selfreflection.

Victory is sweet, especially when it comes at the expense of Queenslanders.

This week the Warriors face the Titans on the Gold Coast (Friday, Jul 10) commencing at 6pm.

A win could push them closer to the edge of the top eight.

Ross Barry Warriors halfback Blake Green