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Bushells Ridge land set aside for regional airport

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Potential Airport site at Bushells Ridge

yong Council’s draft Local Environmental Plan (LEP) 2012, which will be placed on public exhibition from Wednesday, January 9, identifies land in the Shire’s north as the potential site for a future regional airport.

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Land at Bushells Ridge has been identified as the potential site, and Council endorsed a revised map for the Draft LEP, indicating this strategic future location, at its Ordinary Council Meeting held on Wednesday, December 12.

The map will be displayed for public comment along with the Draft LEP. “What this is about, at this stage, is simply the need to identify an ideal site for a future airport in the Shire,” said Wyong mayor Cr Doug Eaton.

“In my view, any

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proposed airport is at least 10 years away, but it will certainly be a major boost to the area.

“As the Central Coast population approaches 400,000 there is enough local demand in our own region for an airport.

“Our residents shouldn’t be required to

travel by car for hours to get to an airport and every other major region in Australia has one.

“We are simply being disadvantaged by not having this asset.

“We are only talking about smaller planes going to destinations such as Melbourne and Brisbane and that in itself will be an enormous boost for local businesses,” said mayor Cr Eaton.

A type three regional airport is defined as a limited service airport, with a single runway of up to 2600 metres in length.

Cr Eaton said an airport such as this would provide the Central Coast with a significant economic boost.

“And, obviously for this to happen, there would need to be a significant amount

of money spent on infrastructure including upgrading road and rail links,” said Cr Eaton.

“When you add it all up with the amount of jobs created, the economic benefits and improvements to local infrastructure, there are very few negatives.”

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The Network has proposed “engineering solutions for holding back the rising sea” rather than “abandoning the lowest lands” in response to climate change.

The proposal comes with the release of a report of a forum held by the Network’s Climate Futures group in Woy Woy in August, entitled Sea Level Rise: Looking for Solutions.

Network chairman Mr John Asquith said” “Some physical measures to hold back the sea included levee banks, sea walls and a barrier similar to the Thames Barrier.

The barrier across the Thames Estuary in England, which at over 500m long is the

world’s second largest movable flood barrier, cost more than 500 million pounds to build.

“All these measures cost money and could reduce our enjoyment of the waterfront but it was felt that the huge value of waterfront property in the region would justify spending on defence rather than simply abandoning the lowest lands,” he said.

Mr Asquith said the report detailed the outcomes of the forum and outlined community concerns and issues to be raised with local politicians.

“The report covers community opinion on how to adapt to rising sea level and the threat of storm flooding.”

Mr Asquith said all storms were strengthened by the increased atmospheric moisture and heat energy in the climate system.

“Storms of today are likely to be stronger than those of 30 years ago.

Foreshore erosion

“It is only a matter of time before a storm-flood incident similar to Hurricane Sandy hits the Central Coast as it hit New York.

“Flooding in Brisbane Water and other foreshores around the Coast is worst when storm surge and high tides coincide,” he said.

“The height of storm surge increases with the intensity of the storms.

“A strong east coast low already causes serious flooding on the Central Coast and climate change is making these storms stronger.”

The report contains background science on climate change and sea level rise in particular as well as information on how flood insurance is changing and what engineering solutions there are for holding back the rising sea.

The forum called for more community involvement in adaptation planning for Climate Change, more consultation by Council with the community, and more action to improve resilience to the impacts of storm attack and flooding.

“The level of understanding in the community of the likely impacts of sea level rise and the scientific background of the problem was seen as a serious barrier with education needed at all levels of Government,” said Mr Asquith.

“Affected community members on or near the waterfront should not be expected to bear the costs and impacts alone.

“We all created this problem.

We all need to solve it.”

Media Release, 3 Dec 2012 John Asquith, Community Environment Network

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Health Minister visits hospital Federal Minister for Health Ms Tanya Plibersek and Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill visited Woy Woy Hospital on Friday, November 23, as part of the Minister’s visit to the Central Coast.

Ms O’Neill and Ms Plibersek met with patients in the transitional care unit of the hospital and inspected the progress on the new Woy Woy Rehabilitation Unit.

Ms O’Neill said the building works were progressing well and she was looking forward to the new facility being up and running next year.

“The local community fought so long and hard to have this service reinstated for the Peninsula,” said Ms O’Neill.

“The building is really starting to take shape and I am pleased that the new facility will be helping patients next year.”

The Federal Government is providing $9 million towards the $14 million construction cost of the unit as well as a further $12.7 million for recurrent costs until 2013-14 The project includes a 30 bed Sub Acute Rehabilitation Unit for short stay admissions, multiple courtyard areas for rehabilitation activities, external paths and rehab areas and structure to enable the future expansion either side of the proposed unit in line with the master plan for the hospital.

Media Release, 26 Nov 2012 Peter McCabe, Office of Deborah O’Neill MP

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Skipping his team of Mark Casey (third), Brett Wilkie (second) and Wayne Ruediger (lead) in the Men’s Fours, the Australian Jackeroos snared their gold medals with a convincing 22-13 victory over South Africa.

Lead Wayne Ruediger from Adelaide achieved his life-long dream of achieving a world gold medal on his home soil and declared, “Words can’t describe how I feel right now, I’m so happy”.

“I never expected to be a World Champion.

“A year ago I didn’t think it was possible,” said Wayne.

In the semi-final thriller against the powerhouse Scottish team, Aron steered his team to an 18 shot margin before they squandered the advantage as the Scots rallied and staged a fight back to fall just short of the Australians, 23-22.

“What a game,” said National coach Steve Glasson.

“We got off to a really good start and began to run away with it, but we took our foot off and, full credit to Scotland, they fought back”.

Aron also won silver in the Men’s Pairs on Thursday, December 6, when he led for world number two Leif Selby in a final that saw the duo lose by five shots to arguably the world’s best pairs team of Alex Marshall (skip) and Paul Foster (lead) representing Scotland.

Ryan and Rogic departed for Hong Kong on Friday, November 30, and the

Socceroos played their first match of the tournament against the hosts at the Mong Kok Stadium on Monday, December 3, which they won 1-0.

Rogic went on in the 81st minute of the game when Osieck made his second change and replaced Garcia.

Rogic’s first touch of the ball was a shot on goal which Hung-Fai had to save.

Following their game against Hong Kong, the Socceroos played matches against DPR Korea on

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Wednesday, December 5, Guam on Friday, December 7, and Chinese Taipei on Sunday, December 9.

The match against DPR Korea saw the Socceroos draw 1-1.

Rogic was introduced in the second half to spark an ailing midfield as Australia pushed for a winner, but they lacked impetus for too much of the encounter.

A late penalty appeal for a foul on substitute Adam Taggart following play down the left from Rogic and a

Matt McKay header was as close as Australia came to a second goal.

Aside from the inclusion of goalkeeper Matt Ryan for Eugene Galekovic, Osieck stuck with an unchanged team for the clash knowing his side needed the win over their main rivals to avoid a goal-difference showdown.

The Socceroos then defeated Guam 9-0.

Rogic enjoyed the first sight of goal in the fourth minute, drawing a smart save from Guam goalkeeper

Doug Herrick.

Australia’s final game against Chinese Tapai saw them win 8-0 which qualified the team for the 2013 East Asian Cup. The teams that will participate in the EAFF East Asian Cup for men are Japan, Korea Republic and China PR. The EAFF East Asian Cup 2013 will be held in Seoul, Korea Republic from Saturday, July 20, to Sunday, July 28.

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Bushells Ridge land set aside for regional airport

Gosford Waterfront 2012

Aborigines spearing fish and diving for crayfish in Brisbane Water Image by Joseph Lycett, 1775-1828 Courtesy of Gosford Council website

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osford Council will initiate discussions with the Geographical Names Board, seeking options to amend the name of Brisbane Water to make the waterway more clearly identifiable with the local area.

25 players called into Qantas Socceroos camp in Sydney, former Central Coast midfielder Rostyn Griffiths, Adelaide United attacker Dario Vidosic, and Dinamo Moscow utility Luke Wilkshire were forced to withdraw from contention due to injury.

The duo will return to the Central Coast prior to the Hyundai A-League round 11 contest with Melbourne Heart at Bluetongue Stadium on Friday, December 14.

The notion was put to Council at the meeting of Tuesday, December 11, by mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna to investigate options to identify the waterway as an integral feature of the City of Gosford.

“During 2012, the Central Coast Regional Development Corporation (CCRDC) has been working

with the State Government to deliver Stage One of The Landing at the Gosford Waterfront as a catalyst project for the revitalisation of the Gosford City Centre,” said Cr McKinna.

“This landmark development will showcase Gosford to national and international visitors, developers and potential

investors.

“The current name of the body of water directly adjacent to The Landing and surrounding areas does not uniquely identify our region and confuses many visitors due to its perceived association with the City of Brisbane in Queensland,” added Cr McKinna.

Cr McKinna said any

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name change for Brisbane Water would involve broad consultation with community groups and stakeholders.

“At this stage, Council is just investigating the feasibility of a name change and will be seeking input when we know what our options are, however, the scale and significance of a development such as The Landing should clearly articulate the attributes of our wonderful city and help to easily identify our

region by its unique natural features,” said Cr McKinna.

Cr Gabby Bowles commended the mayor on his “guts” and said the issue had the potential “to open a massive can of worms”.

“I’d be really keen to have a look at a name that better reflects who we are and what we are about,” said Cr Bowles.

Cr Craig Doyle said the first time he read the report he “thought somebody was pulling my leg”.

“But the more I reflected

on this, the more I think it will be an interesting exercise.”

Cr Deanna Bocking was the only councillor to oppose the mayoral minute and said she was concerned with where the name changes would stop and the costs of the whole exercise.

“Do we have to change the name of Brisbane Water National Park too?”

Media Release, 11 Dec 2012 Gosford Council Media Kaitlin Watts, 11 Dec 2012

Potential Airport site at Bushells Ridge

yong Council’s draft Local Environmental Plan (LEP) 2012, travel by car for hours A type three regional of money spent on which will be placed on public exhibition from Wednesday, to get to an airport and airport is defined as a infrastructure including January 9, identifies land in the Shire’s north as the potential every other major region limited service airport, upgrading road and rail with a single runway of links,” said Cr Eaton. in Australia has one. site for a future regional airport.

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Land at Bushells Ridge has been identified as the potential site, and Council endorsed a revised map for the Draft LEP, indicating this strategic future location, at its Ordinary Council Meeting held on Wednesday, December 12.

The map will be displayed for public comment along with the Draft LEP. “What this is about, at this stage, is simply the need to identify an ideal site for a future airport in the Shire,” said Wyong mayor Cr Doug Eaton.

“In my view, any

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proposed airport is at least 10 years away, but it will certainly be a major boost to the area.

“As the Central Coast population approaches 400,000 there is enough local demand in our own region for an airport.

“Our residents shouldn’t be required to

“We are simply being disadvantaged by not having this asset.

“We are only talking about smaller planes going to destinations such as Melbourne and Brisbane and that in itself will be an enormous boost for local businesses,” said mayor Cr Eaton.

up to 2600 metres in length.

Cr Eaton said an airport such as this would provide the Central Coast with a significant economic boost.

“And, obviously for this to happen, there would need to be a significant amount

“When you add it all up with the amount of jobs created, the economic benefits and improvements to local infrastructure, there are very few negatives.”

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More community consultation on future funding yong Council has resolved to undertake further community consultation during January and February regarding future funding scenarios for the Shire as part of its Service Standards Review.

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Council wants to find out the community’s preference of two future funding options; what services they want to reduce if no further income occurs; and the community’s willingness to pay for a rate rise to maintain existing services while bringing assets up to a

satisfactory standard.

In the meantime, Council has delegated to the general manager Mr Michael Whittaker to notify the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) to apply for a Special Rate Variation (SRV) in 201314 of up to 6.5% above the State Government’s

rate peg.

Council rejected the funding option that proposed a 9.5% increase above the rate peg.

Council Agenda, 12 Dec 2012 Item 7.14, Wyong Council Agenda Media release, 12 Dec 2012 Wyong Council Media

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Teenager charged over Hamlyn Terrace murder

olice have charged a teenage boy with murder following the death of a man in Hamlyn Terrace in October.

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Police attached to Strike Force Shadwell arrested the 15-yearold boy at San Remo at approximately 8:45am on Sunday, December 16.

He was taken to Wyong Police Station where he was charged with one count of murder and one count of break and enter and commit serious indictable offence.

The charges relate to the alleged home invasion and assault of 53-yearold Bill Gogos, who was found with serious head injuries in his home in Piper Dr, Hamlyn Terrace, on Friday, October 26.

Mr Gogos was taken to Gosford Hospital where he later died.

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Detectives formed Strike Force Shadwell to investigate the matter assisted by State Crime Command’s Homicide Squad.

An 18-year-old man from Wyoming remains in custody having been charged over the same incident.

Media release, 17 Dec 2012 NSW Police Media

Girl approached by man in Blue Haven olice are seeking the public’s assistance after a girl was approached by a man in Blue Haven on Friday, December 14.

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At approximately 8:10am, an 11-year-old girl was walking through a laneway off Loch Cl in Blue Haven when she

was approached by an unknown male.

The man spoke to the girl before he attempted to grab her.

He made contact with her arm, but she was able to run away.

Police have been told he followed her for a short distance.

The girl reported the incident when she got to school.

Police attached to Tuggerah Lakes Local Area Command canvassed the area but were unable to locate the man.

He’s described as being about 25-30 years old, of Caucasian appearance

and medium build with short black hair and a piercing over his left eye.

At the time, he was wearing a white t-shirt with text across the chest, a grey hooded jumper and black shoes.

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man acting suspiciously in the area at the time is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report it online to: www.police.nsw.gov.au.

Media release, 14 Dec 2012 NSW Police Media

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Tony Abbott visits Toowoon Bay pie shop

Membership sought for multicultural committee

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iberal candidate for Dobell Ms Karen McNamara joined the leader of the opposition, Mr Tony Abbott at the Toowoon Bay Pie Shop on Friday, December 7.

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Ms McNamara and Mr Abbott spoke of their opposition against the Carbon Tax and its effect on local business.

“Having Tony Abbott, the Leader of the Opposition, here in Dobell sends a loud, clear message to the people of the Central Coast,” said Ms McNamara.

“That message is that we are talking with people and we are listening to people, and we understand because people are telling us that households here on the Central Coast are struggling and that’s why the Coalition will deliver real solutions to assist

the people here on the Central Coast,” said Ms McNamara.

Mr Abbott said: “It’s lovely to be here in Toowoon Bay at the famous Toowoon Bay Pie Shop with Karen McNamara, the Liberal candidate for Dobell.”

“This is an iconic local business but like so many local businesses it’s doing it tough, particularly given the extra costs that business seems to have to meet on a daily basis.

“The power bill here has gone up by almost 50% in the last quarter.

“Not all of it is the carbon tax but much of it is the carbon tax and

the reason why I want to scrap the carbon tax is because I don’t believe that the forgotten families and the struggling small businesses of our country need to be hit with the world’s biggest carbon tax at the worst possible time.

“This is a government which is addicted to taxing and spending.

“They don’t have an economic plan, they just have a spending plan, and this is why there will never ever be an honest surplus from the current government.

yong Council is seeking expressions of interest from community members keen to join its newly created Multicultural Advisory Committee.

This new Council committee will comprise seven community members who will be required to sit a four year term and attend quarterly meetings.

Community members must be residents of Wyong Shire.

“Our aim is to promote harmony and equality for all people across Wyong Shire,” said Wyong Council mayor Cr Doug Eaton.

“We want to provide a discussion and advisory forum for people from a multicultural or linguistically diverse background who now reside in our Shire.

“This is about promoting advocacy for people from different

backgrounds and the Committee will ultimately provide advice to Council to ensure the right decisions are made on key issues that have the potential to impact our multicultural residents.

“We also want to be able to create connections and help celebrate multicultural events across the Shire.

Figures from the 2011 Census indicated that 12%, or just over 18,000 people living in the Shire, were born overseas.

The United Kingdom has the top spot as birthplace with New Zealand, the Philippines, The Netherlands, Germany and Italy making up the top five.

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Preparatory work on West Gosford intersection upgrade underway W

ork has started in preparation for the upgrade of the Central Coast Highway at West Gosford.

“An upgrade of this scale requires detailed planning and a staged approach,” said Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein.

“Before the road can be built, many of the utilities need to be relocated.

"Brisbane Water Dr and Manns Rd are vital links between Gosford, Woy Woy and Narara providing access to railway stations, local businesses and retail centres, the Central Coast Highway and the F3 Freeway.

"Access to all residential and commercial properties needs to be maintained along with traffic flow for the 70,000 vehicles which use the intersection each day.

“Work has started on building a local access road linking Ferguson Close and Kulara Ave. "This will enable BelHilton Pde to be closed and a road between Dyer Crescent and Grieve Close to be built to provide local access during the project.

“Storm water drainage improvements will be carried out in advance of major work,” Mr Holstein said.

Other preliminary works will include demolition of buildings, clearing of the site and the relocation of utilities such as power.

The project itself will

involve the widening and realigning of Brisbane Water Dr and Manns Rd between Kalura Ave in the south and Stockyard Place in the north as well as the widening of the Central Coast Highway between the lower end of Kariong Hill and just west of Yallambee Ave. The project is expected to improve safety, reduce congestion and delays, and improve accessibility for all road users.

A system of shared pedestrian-cycle paths on both sides of the main roads will connect to existing paths.

Bus stops will be in indented bays as close as possible to pedestrian crossings.

The project is expected to accommodate traffic growth for more than 20 years.

Following community input RMS selected a ground level cross intersection, including a link between Grieve Close and Jusfrute Dr, as the preferred option in 2010.

RMS finalised an environmental assessment to proceed to detailed development and construction in December 2010.

Through this further development work, RMS undertook detailed

An overview of the proposed intersection at West Gosford

investigations and design refinements.

There will now be traffic lights at the Grieve CloseManns Rd intersection rather than a roundabout

to maximise safety for pedestrians and improve traffic efficiency.

Preparatory work is not expected to impact traffic.

RMS will be inviting

tenders early next year for the proposed upgrade project.

Work is expected to start when preparation work is complete in mid 2013,

weather permitting.

Media release, 12 Nov 2012 Chris Holstein, Member for Gosford

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Local members speak against Landing petition A

representative group of 17 people from the Gosford Waterfront Action Group (GWAG) attended Parliament House on Thursday, November 22, for the debate on the 10,700 signature Save Gosford Waterfront petition in the Legislative Assembly.

Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein presented the petition and made the opening address to the discussion.

“I acknowledge that we have one of the most beautiful waterfronts in NSW and I would not want to see that ruined, nor do my colleagues in the State Government or on the Gosford City Council,” said Mr Holstein.

“The Gosford Challenge is all about connecting the city and the people with the waterfront so that it can be enjoyed for what it is.

“The development of Gosford will happen because it has to happen.

“There is no choice in the matter for Gosford Council or for the State Government.

“The overwhelming majority of the Gosford population will not accept a do-nothing approach, but it is about doing the right thing.

“Although we are experiencing some growing pains I am confident that we have learned from our earlier mistakes.

“With a spirit of compromise on all sides in the debate we can move our city forward to become a place where people will want to live and where business will thrive as part of a living city,” said Mr Holstein.

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Mr Chris Spence and Member for Wyong Mr Darren Webber also spoke against the petition.

“Their statements clearly indicated they did not realise the real purpose of the petition in that the petitioners wished to see the Gosford Waterfront remain as public land and in the public domain with no limitations placed on public access,” said GWAG representative Mr Col Hodgson.

Members speaking in support of the petition were Member for Canterbury Ms Linda Burney, Member for Cessnock Mr Clayton Barr and Member for Balmain Mr Jamie Parker.

“These three speakers were all thoroughly prepared showing they were aware the major concern of GWAG has been the loss of public waterfront land to developers,” said Mr Hodgson.

“They clearly acknowledged the loss of public access would be very difficult, if not impossible, to reverse.”

Mr Parker commented, “One thing is clear, we know that alienation of public land, waterfront land in particular, is always done in the interests of developers, but once that land is lost to the public, it is lost forever”.

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osford Council will initiate discussions with the Geographical Names Board, seeking options to amend the name of Brisbane Water to make the waterway more clearly identifiable with the local area.

Members of the Gosford Waterfront Action Group on the steps of Parliament House

and reopening spaces is next to impossible.”

Minister for Planning and Infrastructure Mr Brad Hazzard was the final member to speak.

In his speech, he expressed his concern that the buildings in stages two and three would alienate the foreshore.

A result he said neither he nor the community would find comforting.

“I promise the people in the gallery that I am absolutely keen to ensure that the Central Coast Development Corporation does not get it wrong, liaises big time with residents in the community, and finds a

way to enliven Gosford, but not to the point of detracting from opportunities to access public space on the water’s edge,” said Mr Hazzard.

“A balance must be struck.

“I acknowledge the effort made by people in the gallery in travelling to Sydney from Gosford.

“I hope you take the remarks I have made in good faith and accept my assurance that the Government will keep working with you.”

Media Release, 29 Nov 2012 Col Hodgson, GWAG

Issue 48

McKinna to attempt Brisbane Water name change

The notion was put to Council at the meeting of Tuesday, December 11, by mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna to investigate options to identify the waterway as an integral feature of the City of Gosford.

“During 2012, the Central Coast Regional Development Corporation (CCRDC) has been working

with the State Government to deliver Stage One of The Landing at the Gosford Waterfront as a catalyst project for the revitalisation of the Gosford City Centre,” said Cr McKinna.

“This landmark development will showcase Gosford to national and international visitors, developers and potential

investors.

“The current name of the body of water directly adjacent to The Landing and surrounding areas does not uniquely identify our region and confuses many visitors due to its perceived association with the City of Brisbane in Queensland,” added Cr McKinna.

Cr McKinna said any

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name change for Brisbane Water would involve broad consultation with community groups and stakeholders.

“At this stage, Council is just investigating the feasibility of a name change and will be seeking input when we know what our options are, however, the scale and significance of a development such as The Landing should clearly articulate the attributes of our wonderful city and help to easily identify our

region by its unique natural features,” said Cr McKinna.

Cr Gabby Bowles commended the mayor on his “guts” and said the issue had the potential “to open a massive can of worms”.

“I’d be really keen to have a look at a name that better reflects who we are and what we are about,” said Cr Bowles.

Cr Craig Doyle said the first time he read the report he “thought somebody was pulling my leg”.

“But the more I reflected

on this, the more I think it will be an interesting exercise.”

Cr Deanna Bocking was the only councillor to oppose the mayoral minute and said she was concerned with where the name changes would stop and the costs of the whole exercise.

“Do we have to change the name of Brisbane Water National Park too?”

Media Release, 11 Dec 2012 Gosford Council Media Kaitlin Watts, 11 Dec 2012

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Amenities block opened in Mannering Park new amenities block at Mannering Park Oval was officially opened by Wyong Council mayor Cr Doug Eaton on Wednesday, December 12.

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A new amenities block at Mannering Park Oval was officially opened by Wyong Council mayor Cr Doug Eaton on Wednesday, December 12.

The project was completed following close consultation between Wyong Council, Mannering Park Precinct Committee, Tidy Towns and Doyalson Wyee RSL District Cricket Club.

The new facility has two change rooms complete with a shower and toilet in each, a kiosk, storage bays, two unisex toilets and one all access toilet.

The facility is disability friendly, having

a disabled access ramp and handrail.

Cr Eaton said the new block would be greatly welcomed by the local community.

“Previously there were no amenities at the oval and now this popular sporting ground will have the proper facilities it has always needed,” said Cr Eaton.

“It’s great to see this project completed and ready for use by the community.

Doyalson Wyee RSL Cricket Club president Mr Michael Mariner said the new amenities block was a necessity for those who attended the local sporting events.

“This was something we have wanted for a while now,” Mr Mariner said.

“I’d like to thank Council for this facility.

“We have been in discussions with Council for a while to get this off the ground and they have delivered.

The kiosk will also help sporting groups and schools raise much needed funds.

Council also undertook extensive landscaping of the surrounding area and installed a water tank which is used as grey water to flush toilets.

Media release, 12 Dec 2012 Wyong Council Media

Mayor Doug Eaton with Michael Mariner of Doyalson Wyee Cricket Club, Dale Pleydon of Wyong Shire Council’s Building Services and Andrew Whitbourne of Mannering Park Precinct committee

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PUBLIC EXHIBITION New planning controls for Wyong Shire From 9 January to 20 February 2013 These plans and supporting documents are important as they guide what you will be able to do with your property, and what your neighbours can do with theirs.

Draft Settlement Strategy Draft Wyong Local Environmental Plan (LEP) 2012, and Draft Wyong Development Control Plan (DCP) 2012 View the drafts from 9 January 2013 at: ŸCouncil’s website www.wyong.nsw.gov.au. ŸCouncil’s Civic Centre ŸAll Council libraries For more information:

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Wynn dissatisfied with running of Lakes Committee ormer Wyong deputy mayor Ms Susan Wynn said she wanted democracy restored to the Tuggerah Lakes Estuary Management Committee, following a change in its operations.

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“As the previous deputy chair of the Tuggerah Lakes Estuary Management Committee, I was invited to attend the new format meeting as a member of the public last Thursday evening (December 6),� said Ms Wynn. “Imagine my surprise to see this once excellent committee, now being held in Council Chambers with the mayor (Cr Doug Eaton) and co-chairs Cr Lloyd Taylor and Cr Adam Troy presiding over proceedings; like a Senate inquiry with staff and invited Government experts facing them and being grilled. “As the new charter had not been adopted, the meeting could only proceed under the existing charter requiring a quorum of 10 members; there were only nine people on the floor. “Despite lacking a quorum, the mayor, Doug Eaton, chaired the meeting, passed the new charter and allowed business to continue. “As a councillor of more than 20 years’ experience, the mayor

would have been well aware the meeting should not proceed without a quorum. “The questions asked by the new councillors were breathtaking in their total lack of understanding and ignorance of the Tuggerah Lakes system. “All they were interested in was the aesthetic appeal of their actions. “Every question was preceded by, ‘so, what will that make the lakes looks like?’ “Ignoring the fact that staff are required to fulfil the requirements of a funding contract approved by Councillors. “Treating the symptoms of a disease allows it to continue to ravage our bodies but, if we treat the cause, we will, in time probably get better. “The mayor grudgingly admitted that the works conducted by Council would improve the lake system over time. “Every road and stormwater drain that empties in to this shallow lake system carries nutrients from run-off

such as lawn fertilisers and dog droppings.

This means our lakes have become too nutrient rich. “It’s arguable whether the councillors, who now lead this committee, in a totally undemocratic and autocratic manner, have sufficient knowledge to be able to make correct decisions for the health of the Tuggerah Lakes system. “The 86% of our Shire’s residents who didn’t vote for them could well pay dearly for their ignorance. “Let’s continue to implement the ecologically sensitive and soundly scientificallybased Estuary Management Plan. “Let’s also restore democracy to this committee by returning to the old charter making it truly representative and bringing back our valued community member experts,� said Ms Wynn.

Media release, 10 Dec 2012 Susan Wynn, Mannering Park

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Men’s Shed donates toys to charity at Christmas event en’s Sheds from across the Central Coast each donated toys to a local charity at a Christmas festivity hosted at Alison Homestead on Wednesday, December 5.

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“Each Shed brought 10 toys that were built in the sheds or donated by their members,� said Men’s Shed Central Coast executive officer Mr Kim Hopkins.

Entertainment on the day included a performance by the Central Coast Ukulele

Group, a large group sing-out from Sing Australia and a show by local entertainer Mr Mike McCarthy.

Wyong Cr Bob Graham was in attendance, alongside Member for Wyong Mr Darren Webber and Gosford Council deputy mayor Cr

Bob Ward. “Bob Graham is a long term supporter of the Alison Homestead and is keen to support the development of the Men’s Shed on the site,� said Mr Hopkins.

Media release, 3 Dec 2012 Kim Hopkins, Men’s Sheds Central Coast Inc

ChromeFest to receive funding from Destination NSW

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entral Coast Tourism has announced that ChromeFest at The Entrance was successful in its application for Flagship Events Funding from Destination NSW in 2013.

Chrome Fest, which will run again from Friday, October 25, to Sunday, October 27, next year, was selected through a competitive process and is one of over 30 events to have received flagship funding. “The Central Coast should be proud that Destination NSW deems our events worthy contenders for the funding as competition from around the state is high,� said Central Coast Tourism’s chief executive officer Ms Robyne

Abernethy. “Events are a great way for our region to showcase our unique assets and provide additional experiences to entice new and repeat visitation. “Tourism is important to the local economy and the benefits are spread through the community. “Accommodation, takeaways, cafes and restaurants, and the retail sector including fuel outlets, just to name a few, are benefiting from the visitor economy.

Destination NSW’s Regional Flagship Events program offers funding of $10,000 per year per event to be spent on marketing initiatives that will drive visitation to the Central Coast.

Destination NSW also supplements the marketing by providing its own campaign activity for Regional Flagship Events.

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Local Environment Planning documents go on display in January yong Council will publicly exhibit three major new Local Environmental Planning (LEP) documents from Wednesday, January 9, to Wednesday, February 20.

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Residents, ratepayers and developers will be able to view the three draft planning documents on Council’s website and in hard copy at Council offices and libraries.

Council’s planners will be available for one-to-one appointments to discuss the changes and what they mean for property owners in the region.

The draft documents update 20-year-old planning legislation and align Council’s planning legislation with new State Government standard

requirements.

There are a number of changes that will affect what people will and won’t be able to do with their property in the future and changes which seek to assist the whole region in moving forward and generating employment.

C o u n c i l l o r s commended officers for an “enormous effort” in preparing these documents, and encouraged the public to ensure they read the documents to be well informed and decide

if they want to make a submission to change the documents in writing.

In addition to preparing this document, Council has also prepared a draft Settlement Strategy to set up the framework for managing population growth, increasing employment opportunities and the provision of and access to infrastructure over the next 25 years.

Council has also prepared a Development Control Plan (DCP), which details design information and provides

guidelines relating to various development types or specific locations.

“These documents are extremely important because they will plan future land use in the Shire and determine what you can and can’t do to a property,” said Wyong mayor Cr Doug Eaton.

“This draft LEP establishes planning directions for the Shire for the next 25 years and beyond.

“If you are interested in what you will be able to do with your property in the future, and what your neighbours or businesses can do with theirs, then I encourage

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“Some of the initiatives of the plan are designed to boost investment and jobs in the Shire, streamline the process for establishing a business in a designated employment zone, and create affordable housing options for the Shire’s growing population.

“For instance, it is proposed to have new height restrictions in our designated Iconic Development Sites, and establish more flexible uses of industrial zoned land; both of which will increase economic

development,” said Cr Eaton.

The proposed new Development Control Plan also simplifies Council’s requirements for investment to take place and makes it easier for investors to plan business in the Shire.

Council is currently operating under an LEP developed in 1991, although it has been subject to more than 175 amendments in the past 21 years.

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Performing Arts Centre in Wyong double the cost of Gosford

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read in the Central Coast Business Review of plans for a 750 seat Multi-Purpose Performing Arts Centre for the Central Coast Grammar School.

It was approved by Gosford City Council in three months; construction will be started in April 2013 to be completed by April 2014 at a cost of around

$9 million.

Wyong Council has spent around $1 million

on plans and feasibility studies (on two different sites) over ďŹ ve years, and is now planning to reduce the size of its proposed $24 million project to $12 million (500 seats) since

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it failed to attract Federal or State funding for the proposal.

I am a simple ratepayer, but I calculate the cost per seat for the Art House at $24,000 per seat against the cost per seat at the Central Coast Grammar Multi-Purpose Performing Arts Centre at

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Life savers teach beach safety Eight Ocean Beach Surf Life Saving Club life savers participated in an education program with Surf Lifesaving NSW called Beach to Bush from Monday, November 5, Friday, November 9 9. to Friday The aim of the program was to promote safety to people who visited beaches.

Statistics showed that people who live 50km or more away from the Coast account for half of all drownings and that 80 per cent of problems are caused by rips, according to Ocean Beach club publicity ofďŹ cer Ms Louise Lambeth.

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dangers at the beach and how to stay safe.

The Central Coast teams, which included Ocean Beach Surf Life Saving Club members Richard and Mary Grimmond, Peter and Louise Lambeth and their 12-yearold daughter Isobel and Toni and Anthony Jones, went as far away as GrifďŹ th, ACT and the Blue Mountains where they gave 13 presentations in the week.

The children learnt about sun safety, safe places to swim, to swim with a friend, how to signal for help, what makes waves, rips, rescue methods, the creatures of the sea and how to treat injuries and where to go to seek help.

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December 6, 2012

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Council issues asbestos notice Gosford Council has issued a notice to a Umina property owner to clean up an asbestos hazard after receiving complaints about renovations from a tenant occupying the house.

A council environmental health ofďŹ cer attended the site to investigate and issued a direction to the owner to ensure all damaged and exposed asbestos was covered or sealed and to have a licensed asbestos contractor remove all loose, damaged and exposed asbestos.

The tenant’s mother, Ms Genevieve Rose, told Peninsula News that her brother, a builder, had found asbestos scattered around the house during the renovations.

She said: “There were no safety precautions taken, no safety wear or ventilation mask, no safety gloves and no warning to anyone who entered the property.�

She said that she called the real estate agent to warn them.

The council’s environmental health co-ordinator Mr Shannon McKiernan said: “If the owner doesn’t comply with the notice of intent, an order will be served

requiring them to do the work. “If they still don’t comply, Council will undertake the works at the owner’s expense.�

He said the council also had the option to proceed with court action.

The notice gave the owner seven days to secure the site and to engage an appropriately licensed contractor. It allowed additional time for the contractor to complete the work.

Mr McKiernan said a person could only do their own renovating work where the area of asbestos was under 10 square metres.

As a result of the incident, the council has announced it will partner with the Asbestos Diseases Research Institute as part of a week-long national campaign to highlight the dangers of asbestos related diseases caused by inhaling asbestos ďŹ bres while renovating or maintaining homes. “Don’t play Renovation Rouletteâ€? is the message that Gosford Council, the Asbestos Diseases Research Institute and the Asbestos Education Committee is sending to residents and ratepayers during national Asbestos Awareness Week which runs from November 26 to 30.

Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna said Australia has one of the highest rates of asbestosrelated diseases in the world.

This was because Australia has been ranked among the top consumers of asbestos cement products per capita. “With almost every home built or renovated before the mid 1980s likely to contain asbestos in one form or another; the third wave of people affected by mesothelioma, one of the asbestos-related diseases, has recently become evident and will continue to rise unless we all start taking seriously the dangers of asbestos when renovating or maintaining our homes,� said mayor Cr McKinna.

In the past, those affected by asbestos related diseases were exposed to raw ďŹ bres in the mining and manufacturing process (ďŹ rst wave), followed by workers who used asbestos products in the workplace (second wave).

The third wave of asbestosrelated diseases predominantly affect people exposed to ďŹ bres during home renovations and maintenance speciďŹ cally handymen and DIYers as well as family members present at the time.

“With the number of people diagnosed with mesothelioma as a direct result of exposure to asbestos during home renovations continuing to rise, it’s vital that residents take the warnings seriously to protect themselves and their families,� mayor Cr McKinna said.

The national campaign, supported by the Asbestos Education Committee, aims to change the way Australian’s think about how they manage asbestos in and around the home.

Asbestos Education Committee chair Mr Peter Dunphy said whether a home is constructed of brick, ďŹ bro and weatherboard or has exterior cladding, asbestos can be found almost everywhere in and around homes built or renovated before the mid 80s. “Most people can’t tell whether building materials contain asbestos just by looking at them. “Asbestos can be under oor coverings such as carpets, linoleum and vinyl tiles, behind wall and oor tiles, in cement oors, internal and external walls, ceilings, eaves, garages, around hot water pipes, fences, extensions to homes, outdoor toilets and backyard sheds, it could be anywhere.

“Before commencing any home maintenance or renovation work, homeowners and renovators, particularly young couples and ďŹ rst home buyers excited about renovating their homes, need to learn about where they might ďŹ nd asbestos in the home and how best to manage it so they can protect themselves and their families from asbestos ďŹ bres. “We want them to start thinking smart and safe by visiting asbestosawareness.com.au for information on managing asbestos in and around the home because it’s not worth the risk,â€? Mr Dunphy said.

During Asbestos Awareness Week, Australians are also invited to hold a Blue Lamington Drive to help raise awareness of the dangers of asbestos when renovating and vital funds to support the Asbestos Diseases Research Foundation and the Asbestos Diseases Foundation of Australia.

Media Release, 19 Nov 2012 Lawrie McKinna, Gosford Council Media Statement, 15 Nov 2012 Shannon McKiernan, Gosford Council

Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein presented the petition and made the opening address to the discussion. “I acknowledge that we have one of the most beautiful waterfronts in NSW and I would not want to see that ruined, nor do my colleagues in the State Government or on the Gosford City Council,â€? said Mr Holstein. “The Gosford Challenge is all about connecting the city and the people with the waterfront so that it can be enjoyed for what it is. “The development of Gosford will happen because it has to happen. “There is no choice in the matter for Gosford Council or for the State Government. “The overwhelming majority of the Gosford population will not accept a do-nothing approach, but it is about doing the right thing. “Although we are experiencing some growing pains I am conďŹ dent that we have learned from our earlier mistakes. “With a spirit of compromise on all sides in the debate we can move our city forward to become a place where people will want to live and where business will thrive as part of a living city,â€? said Mr Holstein.

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Mr Chris Spence and Member for Wyong Mr Darren Webber also spoke against the petition. “Their statements clearly indicated they did not realise the real purpose of the petition in that the petitioners wished to see the Gosford Waterfront remain as public land and in the public domain with no limitations placed on public access,� said GWAG representative Mr Col Hodgson.

Members speaking in support of the petition were Member for Canterbury Ms Linda Burney, Member for Cessnock Mr Clayton Barr and Member for Balmain Mr Jamie Parker. “These three speakers were all thoroughly prepared showing they were aware the major concern of GWAG has been the loss of public waterfront land to developers,â€? said Mr Hodgson. “They clearly acknowledged the loss of public access would be very difďŹ cult, if not impossible, to reverse.â€?

Mr Parker commented, “One thing is clear, we know that alienation of public land, waterfront land in particular, is always done in the interests of developers, but once that land is lost to the public, it is lost forever�. “Redress at a later stage by demolishing buildings

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Chinese Cultural Theme Park to be among the biggest tourist attractions in Australia

representative group of 17 people from the Gosford Waterfront Action Group (GWAG) attended Parliament House on Thursday, November 22, for the debate on the 10,700 signature Save Gosford Waterfront petition in the Legislative Assembly.

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n agreement was officially signed by Wyong Council on Sunday, December 2, to sell land that will be developed into the Chinese Cultural Theme Park at Warnervale.

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and reopening spaces is next to impossible.�

Minister for Planning and Infrastructure Mr Brad Hazzard was the ďŹ nal member to speak.

In his speech, he expressed his concern that the buildings in stages two and three would alienate the foreshore.

A result he said neither he nor the community would ďŹ nd comforting. “I promise the people in the gallery that I am absolutely keen to ensure that the Central Coast Development Corporation does not get it wrong, liaises big time with residents in the community, and ďŹ nds a

way to enliven Gosford, but not to the point of detracting from opportunities to access public space on the water’s edge,� said Mr Hazzard. “A balance must be struck. “I acknowledge the effort made by people in the gallery in travelling to Sydney from Gosford.

“I hope you take the remarks I have made in good faith and accept my assurance that the Government will keep working with you.�

Media Release, 29 Nov 2012 Col Hodgson, GWAG

At its ordinary Council meeting on Wednesday, November 28, Council approved the sale of 15.7 hectares of land at Warnervale to the Australian Chinese Theme Park Pty Ltd (ACTP).

Council sold the land for $10 million for the purpose of constructing the $500 million Theme Park.

Wyong mayor Cr Doug Eaton signed the agreement to sell the land in front of the Director Consular who was representing the Chinese Consular General Mr Aimin Fu and representatives of the ACTP at the Shanghai Stories Chinese Restaurant in Chatswood.

Member for Wyong Mr Darren Webber was also in attendance. “This is undoubtedly one of the most momentous occasions in the history of this Council, and the Central Coast,� mayor Cr Eaton said. “What this proposal will do is turn the Wyong

Mr Aimin Fu, Cr Doug Eaton and Mr Bruce Zhong Shire into a tourist mecca and bring millions of dollars’ worth of tourism into the area, which will have a ow on effect to the entire region’s economy. “Outside the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, this has the potential to be among the biggest tourist attractions in the State. “Council is genuinely excited by this project and personally, I cannot

wait for construction to ofďŹ cially start. “By selling this land, we have not only made a signiďŹ cant proďŹ t, but we have set in place a unique and, in time, iconic tourist venture that will beneďŹ t the entire Central Coast. “This is indeed a very historic occasion and I congratulate the Council staff and councillors for their support and enthusiasm towards this

project. “I would also like to thank the ACTP for their commitment towards getting this off the ground and realising Wyong Shire was the best area in the country to accommodate such a development. “They are the ones investing the money, Council has merely supported them,� said mayor Cr Eaton.

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construction on the Theme Park will start in 2015, and the whole project will be completed by 2020.

Upon completion, the Theme Park is expected to provide between 1500 and 2000 jobs.

The Park will have seven sections comprising China City Gate entrance, Tang and Song Academy, Water Towns in South China, Wyong Theatre, Panda Paradise, Royal

Villa and a Thanksgiving Temple ACTP chairman Mr Bruce Zhong said he was delighted the land had been secured. “This is just the beginning and we will now work hard to start detailed planning work,â€? said Mr Zhong. “It is going to be a unique $500 million tourist attraction, employing more than a thousand people and bringing economic prosperity to Wyong Shire. “We have received great support from the beginning from the Foreign Affairs OfďŹ ce of the Shanghai Municipal People’s Government and OfďŹ ce of Overseas Chinese Affairs of the Shanghai Municipal People’s Government. “They twice sent a delegation to visit Wyong and the land. “I would also like to extend my sincere thanks to Wyong Shire Council, mayor Doug Eaton, all the councillors and staff. “Without Council’s great help and support, we wouldn’t have achieved this and I hope we can continue to work closely for the project and for Wyong Shire’s future prosperity,â€? said Mr Zhong.

Media release, 3 Dec 2012 Wyong Council Media

Sports Federation Awards

by Mardi Love

he Central Coast Sports F e d e r a t i o n Awards were held at Mingara on Saturday, November 17, and celebrated the achievements of the Central Coast sporting community.

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Steve Allen hosted the evening, with the Outstanding Service of Sport to the Central Coast being awarded to Brian Gee, Shannon Woodley, Lynn Smith and Ross Bryant.

Sportsperson of the Year went to Tom Slingsby for Sailing with Matt Ryan as runner up forfootball.

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Event of the Year went to the Bay to Bay Fun Run and Half Marathon while Central Coast Team of the Year went to Mingara Athletics U20 800m.

Club-Association of the Year was awarded to Terrigal Surf Life Saving Club and Leisl Tesch won the Sportsperson of the Year with a Disability award for sailing.

Indigenous Sportsperson of the Year went to Jarrad Hayes for golf, Masters Sportsperson of the Yea went to Paul Lemmon for surf lifesaving and swimming and Volunteer of the Year went to Jeff Vilensk y for his contribution to Cricket.

David Unger won OfďŹ cial

of the Year for Surf Life Saving and Graham Arnold won Coach of the Year for football.

Junior Sportsperson of the Year went to Jake O’Brien for Oztag, surf lifesaving and rugby league and runner up was Jack Cogger for rugby league, touch and Oztag.

The Junior Encouragement Award went to Connor Watson for Oztag, rugby league and union, Amber Tauroa for Gymnastics and Matthew Graham for freestyle mogul skiing.

See pages 7 to 10 for a special feature on all the winners.

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Naidoo wins NSW Senior Boy of the Year

by Peter Acciari

ido Mingara Judo Academy athlete Neeson Naidoo won the Judo NSW Senior Boy of the Year award at the NSW Judo State Awards recently.

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Neeson’s award was determined based on accumulated competition points achieved at events

over the last 12 months.

The Kido Mingara Judo Academy was also presented with the Judo Federation NSW Inspired Club of the Year award. “The Kido coaching team seems to be able to inspire and bring out the best in the local youngsters,� said head coach Pete Acciari. “The strong developing

talent pool of contest players including Melinda Brown, Neeson and Kassiea Naidoo, Caroline Hain, Liam and Angelina Yokoyama, Daniel Villani and Vadim Butov achieved remarkable results during the year placing well and building up an impressive tally including two gold, two silver and three bronze at the ACT

International, two gold, three silver and one bronze at NSW State, representation at the Commonwealth Open at Cardiff, one gold, two silver and four bronze at the Queensland International, one gold, one silver, one bronze at the Oceania Championship in Cairns, two players on the National Talent ID scholarship

program, three silver at the Southern Cross Intern VIOC, four gold, one silver and two bronze at the NSW International Open, one gold and two bronze at Nationals, four gold, two silver and two bronze at the NSW Country Championship and one gold, one silver and one bronze at the Sonice Ganesa Cup Jakarta, Indonesia.

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Contributions Plan for Warnervale Town Centre adopted

Council wins award for bush fire management program yong Council has received a top honour in this year’s national Resilient Australia Awards for its Natural Areas Bush Fire Management Program.

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Member for Dobell Mr Craig Thomson congratulated Council on winning the national award.

“The Wyong Shire project has significantly improved the Council’s understanding of bush fire risk and its ability to communicate risk to the community, and develop effective strategies and works programs,” said Mr Thomson.

The Natural Areas Bush Fire Management Program builds on Wyong Council’s involvement in the development of the Wyong Bush Fire Risk Management Plan during 2009-10.

“Wyong Council currently manages approximately 3,011 hectares of bushland with an urban interface of 66 kilometres,” said Mr Thomson.

“While natural disasters can be unpredictable, we can all be better prepared, and that’s what this project is about.

“Wyong Shire residents can be confident that our community will be better prepared.

“The Resilient Australia Awards recognise innovative practices that are making our communities safer, stronger, more resilient and better prepared to manage any emergency situation,” said Mr Thomson.

The awards are an Australian Government initiative delivered in partnership with states and territories.

This year, a record number of 108 entries were received.

Formerly known as the Australian Safer Communities Awards, the Resilient Australia Awards were renamed to reflect the National Strategy for Disaster Resilience.

“We are committed to supporting a national approach to disaster resilience,” said the Minister for Emergency Management Ms Roxon.

Ms Roxon said the Gillard Government was doing its bit to ensure Australia was disaster ready.

Sixty million dollars will be used to establish and upgrade Emergency Alert while $110 million in disaster mitigation funding will be given to ensure communities can be better prepared for potential disasters and $100 million will be used to ensure Australia’s police, fire, ambulance and emergency services have access to a dedicated national communications channel during disasters following the allocation of 10MHz of spectrum.

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yong Council has adopted the Draft Contributions Plan for the Warnervale Town Centre and asked for a review of the Plan by the Employment and Economic Development Committee.

The Contributions Plan, which was publicly exhibited earlier this year, outlines the conditions for the Woolworths major project development to contribute funds to infrastructure supporting the development.

The Warnervale Town Centre is considered a state significant site that would have a retail area, a Civic Square and amenities for this new urban release area.

The Central Coast Regional Strategy (CCRS) prepared by the NSW Department of Planning and Infrastructure (DoPI) has identified Warnervale as a Town Centre, to accommodate future growth within Wyong Shire.

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The projected resident population ranges from 3,600 to 4,200 people depending on the density assumptions that are made.

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inister for the Central Coast Mr Chris Hartcher chaired the 2012 Executive meeting of the Central Coast Regional Economic Development and Employment Strategy (REDES) alongside Wyong Council general manager Mr Michael Whittaker.

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The Executives comprise of the general managers of Gosford and Wyong Councils, as well as the chair of Regional Development Australia (RDA) Central Coast.

Mr Hartcher said that REDES continued to drive collaboration across the region, bringing together organisations that have a key role in economic growth and development.

“The REDES Strategy, and all the work behind the scenes, continues to draw together organisations from across the region, and demonstrates that regional collaboration and working together can yield results,” said Mr Hartcher.

“REDES provides a strong foundation for joint working between the

Councils, Government Agencies and other organisations, driven from the highest levels of management,” said Mr Hartcher.

The REDES Strategy consists of seven key action areas to stimulate investment, promote economic growth and drive employment on the Central Coast, with a range of key agencies and organisations working together with both Gosford City and Wyong Councils to ensure the ongoing success of the initiative.

“In many ways the REDES Strategy puts the Central Coast ahead of other regional areas,” said RDA chair Mr David Abraham.

“This initiative provides a mechanism to

promote joint working and collaboration across the region.

“When many other areas are struggling to come to terms with their key priorities, and who is responsible, the Central Coast is getting on with the job and everyone is pulling in the same direction.”

Executive meetings are held twice a year, and oversee the progress of the implementation of REDES. The Executive oversees an 18 month Rolling Action Plan which sets short term targets to support the longer term strategies of REDES. Media release, 17 Dec 2012 Brooke Simmons, Pursuit Communications

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yong Council has unanimously granted approval for an amended design submitted by ALDI to allow construction of a new supermarket in Wyong.

The new ALDI store will be constructed on the corner of North Rd and the Pacific Hwy at Wyong; the northern gateway to the Town Centre.

The subject site comprises four lots, with a fifth lot on the corner of Hely St, North Rd and Hardware Ln, which will be the site of an open car park.

The site has an area of approximately 4,185

metres square.

In March this year, ALDI demolished the old hardware store and other derelict buildings in order to make way for the new supermarket and clean up the site that had become known as the ‘Wyong eyesore’.

The supermarket is considered a positive move for Wyong by introducing a second supermarket providing pricing competition

to the town, boosting local employment by creating 20 new jobs in the township and assisting stormwater drainage upgrades in the Wyong area through developer contributions.

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Social procurement guide launched at Ourimbah he Social Procurement in NSW Guide was launched at Central Coast Regional Development Australia’s office in Ourimbah on Tuesday, November 13.

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Social Procurement in NSW: a Guide to Achieving Social Value through Public Sector Procurement is the culmination of a 12 month partnership of local, state and federal government, from the Central Coast, Sydney and the Illawarra, working together to promote social procurement in NSW. The development of

the guide and the launch in the Central Coast has been supported financially by the Australian Government’s Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations through the Local Employment Coordinator Flexible Funding Pool (DEEWR) in conjunction with Wyong Council.

The initiative is also

an outcome of the work being undertaken by the Social Enterprise strategy group.

Social procurement involves the purchasing of quality goods or services that also produce a positive social outcome, such as strengthening local economic development, opening new opportunities for employment or enhancing

local skill development.

The guide provides a practical resource to assist organisations to strategically harness their existing procurement budgets, with the goal of delivering additional social value into the communities of NSW. Regional Development Australia’s Sydney chairman Mr Alan Pendleton said this type of collaboration was not a common occurrence.

“The success of this project in adapting the

Victorian guide to a NSW perspective is a testament to the dedication, cooperation and working relationship of the parties involved,” said Mr Pendleton.

Central Coast Regional Development Australia’s project manager Mr Greg Combes said this guide aimed to encourage and support all levels of government to integrate social procurement into their mainstream procurement practices.

“There is important

work currently being done across NSW, work that is creating real and sustainable social outcomes for our local communities.

“But more is required if social value is to become part of established procurement practices,” said Mr Combes.

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Council resolved to build 500 seat Art House in Wyong yong Council has resolved to seek a new way to build its proposed 500 seat Art House on the site of the current Wyong Memorial Hall despite a lack of committed State and Federal Government funding.

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Wyong to benefit from National Disability Insurance Scheme he National Disability Insurance Scheme will become a reality for people with disability in Wyong Shire under an agreement signed by the NSW and Federal Governments

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Member for Wyong Mr Darren Webber said NSW had secured a great deal for people with disability, their families and carers, with the Commonwealth to spend $3.32 billion in 2018 for the scheme’s roll out across the State.

“This is a massive win for people with disability on the Central Coast including those living in my electorate of Wyong,” said Mr Webber.

The 2,486 disability services clients in Gosford and Wyong Local Government areas and local service providers will see funding under this agreement.

“I know that a number of people in our community have battled long and hard to get the NDIS locked

in, and I’m proud the NSW Government has delivered,” said Mr Webber.

“The Agreement will see the Commonwealth invest $3.32 billion in 2018 for the NDIS roll out in NSW with the State to contribute $3.13 billion in 2018.

“For the NSW Government, this issue is above politics; it’s about getting the best help for our vulnerable and that’s what we’ve done.

“We have worked in a bipartisan way with the Commonwealth to get the best deal for people with disabilities and their carers.

“This historic outcome continues the NSW Liberals and Nationals Government’s record of

reform in social services.

“The NSW Government has a proud record in disability services through our record $2 billion growth program Stronger Together 2, which has been acknowledged by the Commonwealth in their contribution.

Mr Webber said the NDIS would ensure people with disability got the care and support they rightly deserved.

“For too long, people with disability have battled against a system that fails to cater for their individual needs and aspirations, Mr Webber said.

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ember for Dobell Mr Craig Thomson has said the region’s state Liberal members have again let down Central Coast residents by failing to reduce ambulance waiting times at hospital emergency departments.

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Mr Thomson commented on the Auditor General’s latest report, which showed one in three ambulances were delayed by more than the state wide average of 30 minutes.

“In fact, figures from the Auditor General show the amount of time ambulance crews waste by waiting at Gosford and Wyong hospitals is on the rise, with Gosford being the State’s worst,” said Mr Thomson.

The audit showed each crew was forced to wait on average 42 minutes at Gosford

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Students perform at Wagstaffe Six woodwind students from the Central Coast Conservatorium of Music performed for an audience at Wagstaffe Hall on Sunday, October 28.

Each year the Bouddi Society donates a junior and senior woodwind scholarship to the Conservatorium.

The winner of the senior award was Alyse Faith who played the first movement of Christoph van Gluck’s concerto in G for flute and piano to prolonged applause with her conservatorium tutor Lyn Brislan.

Winner of the junior award was Ellora Srivatsava who played Mozart’s Andante in C Major, K315.

The Conservatorium also

Community bank to pay first dividend Ettalong Beach Community Bank has announced its first dividend to shareholders, through its franchise holding company Ettalong Beach Financial Services Limited. company chairman Mr Mick Gage thanked loyal shareholders at the company’s annual meeting on Thursday, November 8, for their patience as the branch dealt with its start-up phase and then the effects of the global financial crisis on the financial community.

Mr Gage said that without the support of the community who rallied together and provided the capital needed, Ettalong Beach would have been without a bank.

“History shows that when basic services are not available in small

communities the follow on effect to other businesses can be crushing,” said Mr Gage.

In announcing a 2.5 cents per share dividend to be paid in December, Mr Gage noted that although a small dividend, it was in line with the Community Bank’s charter and allowed the board of directors to manage the company’s financial position to the benefit of all stakeholders.

“With increased business levels and community support, it is hoped that dividend payments will be able to be made annually” said Mr Gage.

Media release, 9 Nov 2012 Peter McKeon, Ettalong Beach Community Bank

presents an encouragement award each year with this year’s award presented to Charlotte Boyd for playing Mozart’s Papageno Aria and Bailey’s rhythmical Scooby Du Wup on her saxophone.

Other finalists were Taryn Shaw, Luca Kovak and Jasper Wand.

Central Coast Conservatorium principal Mr Patrick Brennan compered the event and tutors David Dallinger and Patrick Brislan assisted him in the judging of the winners.

Bouddi Society secretary Mr Mike Chitty, himself a mature age student of the Conservatorium, handed over a cheque for $1000 for next year’s scholarship.

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Jobs lost as hospital closes heart unit Brisbane Waters Private Hospital has closed its Cardiac Care Unit and Angiography suite after cardiologists decided to take their work to North Gosford Private Hospital.

Forty employees have lost their jobs as a result.

Their positions were made redundant on Tuesday, November 6.

Brisbane Waters Private Hospital general manager Ms Annette Czerkesow said the changes were made following a strategic review, after a decision by interventional cardiologists to consolidate their work at North Gosford Private Hospital.

“This decision was not easy, and was only reached after all other possible alternatives had been explored,” said Ms Czerkesow.

She said that staff who were affected by the redundancies were offered support and assistance to plan for the future.

Ms Czerkesow said that where possible, redeployment options would be explored for all staff whose jobs had been impacted by the changes.

“Brisbane Waters Private Hospital has a long history on the Central Coast, where we have provided quality care since 1978.

“This month Brisbane Waters Private Hospital was recognised

by HCF, Australia’s largest not for profit health insurer, as being in the top two hospitals across the country in terms of patient satisfaction in relation to the hospital and the medical team.

“We are very proud of this achievement and this announcement does not change our commitment to our patients

and our community.

“Our specialists will continue to offer a range of surgical specialties including, general surgery, obesity services, orthopaedics, ENT, plastic surgery, gastroenterology, ophthalmology, dental, vascular surgery and other day surgery.

“Complementing these surgical services are geriatric and medical care.

“Our High Dependency Unit will continue to provide excellent monitoring and specialist nursing care and the hospital has in place 24-hour medical coverage to support surgical and medical patients.

“We also have the only dedicated mental health unit on the Central Coast with 30 beds,” said Ms Czerkesow.

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Mr Thomson has called for more ambulance staff on the Central Coast.

Mr Thomson said staffing levels have not kept up with the rise in the region’s population.

“Our population has grown significantly in the past 15 years but ambulance staff numbers have not been increased.

“The state government needs to recruit and train more ambulance officers, not announce yet another review.

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State wide in the 2011-12 financial year, ambulances lost 84,680 hours waiting to transfer patients into hospital care, up from 78,224 the year before.

“Here we are seeing ambulance crews queuing up for longer times than they should at Gosford and Wyong hospitals, which means less time for them to be available to respond to the next emergency.

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Life savers teach beach safety Eight Ocean Beach Surf Life Saving Club life savers participated in an education program with Surf Lifesaving NSW called Beach to Bush from Monday, November 5, to Friday, November 9.

The aim of the program was to promote safety to people who visited beaches.

Statistics showed that people who live 50km or more away from the Coast account for half of all drownings and that 80 per cent of problems are caused by rips, according to Ocean Beach club publicity officer Ms Louise Lambeth.

Beach to Bush teaches primary school children in an interactive and fun way how to recognise

dangers at the beach and how to stay safe.

The Central Coast teams, which included Ocean Beach Surf Life Saving Club members Richard and Mary Grimmond, Peter and Louise Lambeth and their 12-yearold daughter Isobel and Toni and Anthony Jones, went as far away as Griffith, ACT and the Blue Mountains where they gave 13 presentations in the week.

The children learnt about sun safety, safe places to swim, to swim with a friend, how to signal for help, what makes waves, rips, rescue methods, the creatures of the sea and how to treat injuries and where to go to seek help.

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A council environmental health officer attended the site to investigate and issued a direction to the owner to ensure all damaged and exposed asbestos was covered or sealed and to have a licensed asbestos contractor remove all loose, damaged and exposed asbestos.

The tenant’s mother, Ms Genevieve Rose, told Peninsula News that her brother, a builder, had found asbestos scattered around the house during the renovations.

She said: “There were no safety precautions taken, no safety wear or ventilation mask, no safety gloves and no warning to anyone who entered the property.”

She said that she called the real estate agent to warn them.

The council’s environmental health co-ordinator Mr Shannon McKiernan said: “If the owner doesn’t comply with the notice of intent, an order will be served

requiring them to do the work.

“If they still don’t comply, Council will undertake the works at the owner’s expense.”

He said the council also had the option to proceed with court action.

The notice gave the owner seven days to secure the site and to engage an appropriately licensed contractor. It allowed additional time for the contractor to complete the work.

Mr McKiernan said a person could only do their own renovating work where the area of asbestos was under 10 square metres.

As a result of the incident, the council has announced it will partner with the Asbestos Diseases Research Institute as part of a week-long national campaign to highlight the dangers of asbestos related diseases caused by inhaling asbestos fibres while renovating or maintaining homes.

“Don’t play Renovation Roulette” is the message that Gosford Council, the Asbestos Diseases Research Institute and the Asbestos Education Committee is sending to residents and ratepayers during national Asbestos Awareness Week which runs from November 26 to 30.

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Environment group calls for sea barrier The Community Environment Network has called for a sea barrier at Ettalong and other multimillion dollar projects to protect the Peninsula and Brisbane Water from sea level rise.

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Council issues asbestos notice Gosford Council has issued a notice to a Umina property owner to clean up an asbestos hazard after receiving complaints about renovations from a tenant occupying the house.

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Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna said Australia has one of the highest rates of asbestosrelated diseases in the world.

This was because Australia has been ranked among the top consumers of asbestos cement products per capita.

“With almost every home built or renovated before the mid 1980s likely to contain asbestos in one form or another; the third wave of people affected by mesothelioma, one of the asbestos-related diseases, has recently become evident and will continue to rise unless we all start taking seriously the dangers of asbestos when renovating or maintaining our homes,” said mayor Cr McKinna.

In the past, those affected by asbestos related diseases were exposed to raw fibres in the mining and manufacturing process (first wave), followed by workers who used asbestos products in the workplace (second wave).

The third wave of asbestosrelated diseases predominantly affect people exposed to fibres during home renovations and maintenance specifically handymen and DIYers as well as family members present at the time.

“With the number of people diagnosed with mesothelioma as a direct result of exposure to asbestos during home renovations continuing to rise, it’s vital that residents take the warnings seriously to protect themselves and their families,” mayor Cr McKinna said.

The national campaign, supported by the Asbestos Education Committee, aims to change the way Australian’s think about how they manage asbestos in and around the home.

Asbestos Education Committee chair Mr Peter Dunphy said whether a home is constructed of brick, fibro and weatherboard or has exterior cladding, asbestos can be found almost everywhere in and around homes built or renovated before the mid 80s.

“Most people can’t tell whether building materials contain asbestos just by looking at them.

“Asbestos can be under floor coverings such as carpets, linoleum and vinyl tiles, behind wall and floor tiles, in cement floors, internal and external walls, ceilings, eaves, garages, around hot water pipes, fences, extensions to homes, outdoor toilets and backyard sheds, it could be anywhere.

“Before commencing any home maintenance or renovation work, homeowners and renovators, particularly young couples and first home buyers excited about renovating their homes, need to learn about where they might find asbestos in the home and how best to manage it so they can protect themselves and their families from asbestos fibres.

“We want them to start thinking smart and safe by visiting asbestosawareness.com.au for information on managing asbestos in and around the home because it’s not worth the risk,” Mr Dunphy said.

During Asbestos Awareness Week, Australians are also invited to hold a Blue Lamington Drive to help raise awareness of the dangers of asbestos when renovating and vital funds to support the Asbestos Diseases Research Foundation and the Asbestos Diseases Foundation of Australia.

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The Network has proposed “engineering solutions for holding back the rising sea” rather than “abandoning the lowest lands” in response to climate change.

The proposal comes with the release of a report of a forum held by the Network’s Climate Futures group in Woy Woy in August, entitled Sea Level Rise: Looking for Solutions.

Network chairman Mr John Asquith said” “Some physical measures to hold back the sea included levee banks, sea walls and a barrier similar to the Thames Barrier.

The barrier across the Thames Estuary in England, which at over 500m long is the

world’s second largest movable flood barrier, cost more than 500 million pounds to build.

“All these measures cost money and could reduce our enjoyment of the waterfront but it was felt that the huge value of waterfront property in the region would justify spending on defence rather than simply abandoning the lowest lands,” he said.

Mr Asquith said the report detailed the outcomes of the forum and outlined community concerns and issues to be raised with local politicians.

“The report covers community opinion on how to adapt to rising sea level and the threat of storm flooding.”

Mr Asquith said all storms were strengthened by the increased atmospheric moisture and heat energy in the climate system.

“Storms of today are likely to be stronger than those of 30 years ago.

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“It is only a matter of time before a storm-flood incident similar to Hurricane Sandy hits the Central Coast as it hit New York.

“Flooding in Brisbane Water and other foreshores around the Coast is worst when storm surge and high tides coincide,” he said.

“The height of storm surge increases with the intensity of the storms.

“A strong east coast low already causes serious flooding on the Central Coast and climate change is making these storms stronger.”

The report contains background science on climate change and sea level rise in particular as well as information on how flood insurance is changing and what engineering solutions there are for holding back the rising sea.

The forum called for more community involvement in adaptation planning for Climate Change, more consultation by Council with the community, and more action to improve resilience to the impacts of storm attack and flooding.

“The level of understanding in the community of the likely impacts of sea level rise and the scientific background of the problem was seen as a serious barrier with education needed at all levels of Government,” said Mr Asquith.

“Affected community members on or near the waterfront should not be expected to bear the costs and impacts alone.

“We all created this problem.

We all need to solve it.”

Media Release, 3 Dec 2012 John Asquith, Community Environment Network

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Health Minister visits hospital Federal Minister for Health Ms Tanya Plibersek and Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill visited Woy Woy Hospital on Friday, November 23, as part of the Minister’s visit to the Central Coast.

Ms O’Neill and Ms Plibersek met with patients in the transitional care unit of the hospital and inspected the progress on the new Woy Woy Rehabilitation Unit.

Ms O’Neill said the building works were progressing well and she was looking forward to the new facility being up and running next year.

“The local community fought so long and hard to have this service reinstated for the Peninsula,” said Ms O’Neill.

“The building is really starting to take shape and I am pleased that the new facility will be helping patients next year.”

The Federal Government is providing $9 million towards the $14 million construction cost of the unit as well as a further $12.7 million for recurrent costs until 2013-14 The project includes a 30 bed Sub Acute Rehabilitation Unit for short stay admissions, multiple courtyard areas for rehabilitation activities, external paths and rehab areas and structure to enable the future expansion either side of the proposed unit in line with the master plan for the hospital.

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Thomson supports new self-exclusion technology for problem gamblers lubs Australia is proposing new poker machine laws that would see problem gamblers banned from claiming jackpot wins on the pokies in pubs and clubs, following support of the new selfexclusion technology by Member for Dobell Mr Craig Thomson.

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about what caused some problem gamblers to breach their own selfexclusion agreement.

“This law would remove all incentive for a problem gambler to play a poker machine.

“Not only would they lose any money they win, but they would also lose whatever money they had inserted into the poker machine when they started playing.

“We know that sometimes a problem gambler will breach their self-exclusion agreement in a moment of weakness, especially in the first six months of starting the program.

“Problem gamblers overwhelmingly state the reason for this breach is the misguided belief that a big jackpot win is just around the corner.

“These changes would be a road block for problem gamblers.

“Often the temptation to breach a self-exclusion agreement is a relatively brief one and the problem

gambler simply needs an easily remembered reason not to gamble.

“There can be no greater reason to stick to your self-exclusion than the knowledge that you won’t be able to keep any money that you might win.

“We know from similar laws overseas that prize forfeiture works.

“Problem gamblers report that it greatly strengthens their resolve to beat their gambling addiction,” said Mr Ball.

Jackpot forfeiture would be included in all future self-exclusion deeds, and would be legally enforceable by state government legislation.

Currently, any person who attempts to cash out an amount of $2,000 in NSW, or less in other states, must do so via a cheque issued by the club or hotel.

Under the changes, staff processing the cheque will first check if the person is listed on any

Wyong Hospital average yong Hospital has delivered an average national standard in all categories except Emergency Within 10 Minutes, where it came in below the national standard at 64% compared to the required standard of 80% in the 2012 My Hospital National Health Performance Authority Report.

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In the report, the public hospital received a 100% resuscitation rate in the category of Immediate Emergencies, which is the national standard.

In the category of Emergency Within 10 Minutes, Wyong Hospital cut under the national standard of 80%; receiving a percentage of just 64%, down on its

2010-11 figure of 70%, for its waiting period for emergency treatment.

In the Urgent within 30 Minutes category, the hospital ranked 67%; 1% above the required national standard of 66%, however, this figure was down by 2% from its 2010-11 score.

In the Semi-Urgent within 60 minutes

category, the hospital ranked at 71% compared to the national standard of 70%.

In the Non-Urgent within 120 minutes category, the hospital received an average of 90% compared to the national average of 89%.

and Richard Di Natale among its members.

Clubs have been actively researching prize forfeiture as a harm minimisation tool since February this year and have been in discussions with the NSW Government for several months.

Media release, 7 Dec 2012 Jeremy Bath, ClubsNSW

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This home garden idea is going to be trialled in the Toukley area. It has been supported by Wyong Council and by local community groups like Toukley Senior Citizens Club. Now they are looking for people who would love to volunteer some of their time to garden and make the project work.

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Prize forfeiture was a recommendation of the Productivity Commission in its 2010 report into gambling.

More recently, it has been supported by the Parliamentary Joint Select Committee on Gambling Reform, which is chaired by Andrew Wilkie MP and includes Senator Nick Xenophon

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Under the proposed law, problem gamblers who have completed a self-exclusion agreement with a club, hotel or casino and then play a poker machine would have any money they win forfeited to a charity.

The proceeds would then be used to provide additional support for the community.

Under the proposal, problem gamblers who don’t win a jackpot but who are detected by staff breaching their selfexclusion ban would also forfeit whatever credit was on the poker machine at the time of detection.

Clubs have now extended their support for prize forfeiture beyond NSW to all states and territories as a result of discussions with Federal MPs Mr Tony Windsor and Mr Thomson.

Clubs Australia executive director Mr Anthony Ball said the idea came from discussions between clubs and gambling counsellors

self-exclusion program.

Problem gamblers who are detected playing a poker machine are currently required to leave the venue.

However, under the changes, the problem gambler would no longer be able to cash out their credits before leaving the venue.

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Principal wins Australian Secondary Principal of the Year award

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uggerah Lakes Secondary College, Tumbi Umbi Campus, principal Ms Shayne Player has been named the 2012 Australian Secondary Principal of the Year at an event hosted by the Minister for School Education, Early Childhood and Youth, Mr Peter Garrett, in Adelaide on Thursday, December 6.

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outstanding educational opportunities.

“The Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) manages the Awards for the Australian Government, inviting nominations from Government, Catholic and Independent peak school education bodies,” said Dr Bruniges.

Ms Player won the award for making Tumbi Umbi Campus a school that succeeds by focusing on each student as an individual, with a new range of programs to support their cultural, social and emotional development.

An example is the Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) program which has been successful in

addressing the frequent lack of motivation experienced by middle year students.

Ms Player said she felt very honoured by the recognition.

“I am delighted on behalf of my school community to receive this award,” said Ms Player.

“It is the result of a great deal of very hard work by the whole staff.

“A principal can do everything possible to lead well, but without the commitment and expertise of a dedicated staff, and the backing of a supportive parent body, nothing will change for the better for students.

Media release, 7 Dec 2012 Sven Wright, NSW Department of Education and Training

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The Education and Communities directorgeneral Dr Michele Bruniges congratulated Ms Player.

“I am thrilled to acknowledge the work of Shayne,” said Dr Bruniges.

“Her contribution to her school community is now acknowledged as exemplary on a national scale, something those communities have benefitted from immeasurably.

“I am extremely proud that public education in NSW is able to nominate such strong candidates in the Awards.

“It is through the work of people like Shayne, and the thousands of teachers and school leaders in our system, that we are able to give our students such

udgewoi Public School had its canteen broken into on the morning of Monday, December 10.

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“The thieves meant business, hacking through

the roller shutter on the window with an axe or sharp implement cutting a hole in the shutter and forcing it open,” said principal Ms Kerry Moore.

“Police attended to

take fingerprints.

“What a sad end to the term as the canteen volunteers work so hard to provide funds to purchase resources for our students.

“If anyone has any

information please call Toukley Police or Crime Stoppers,” said Ms Moore.

Newsletter, 17 Dec 2012 Kerry Moore, Budgewoi Public School

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Brooke Avenue PS to participate in research project

Community college revitalises its identity

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entral Coast Community College is refreshing its learning brand in the most significant update in the College’s 30 year history.

The second largest community college for vocational training in NSW is working with local marketing and design agency, Brilliant Logic, to revitalise its visual identity and that of its business unit.

“We’re in the business of transforming lives through lifelong learning,” said Central Coast Community College’s executive director Ms Mallory Dale.

“Just like our students, the College and Business Training Solutions are constantly growing and

evolving, and we want our brands to reflect that.

Ms Dale added that refreshing the community college was no small feat.

“Over the last 30 years, the local community has come to know and trust our brand as a provider of quality adult and community education.

“We know our existing identity is immensely significant for many people.

“We’ve undertaken comprehensive market research with employees, tutors, students, our social media community and our Board of Governance

to ensure the new changes better convey who we are as an organisation and the values of our community.

“While our look is changing, who we are remains the same.

“We will continue to build the capacity of our community with socially inclusive learning opportunities that make a difference in our students’ lives,” said Ms Dale.

Media release, 5 Dec 2012 Pip Wilson, Central Coast Community College

rooke Ave Public School will next year take part in a research project being conducted by a team of researchers from the University of Newcastle.

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The research, which is called the Aspirations Study and is led by Professor Jenny Gore, is being conducted in partnership with the NSW Department of Education and Communities.

Students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 from approximately 30 schools will take part in the study.

Students, their parents, guardians and teachers will be invited

to participate.

The main purpose of the Aspirations Study is to identify the influences on students’ educational and career aspirations.

The study involves questionnaires and interviews with participants over a four year period.

Invitations for families and teaching staff to participate in this study will be sent out at the

beginning of the 2013 school year.

All Year 3 and 5 students will complete the survey at Brooke Ave, however, the University will only be able to access the information once a parent has granted permission.

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Timebanking program discussed at meeting as more Central Coast residents sign up to the new scheme launched in late November.

The state government hopes Timebanking would boost the Central Coast volunteer numbers up to 50%.

“We want to grow local communities and this is a great way to do it,” said Central Coast Region Timebanking coordinator Ms Colleen Cooper.

“We currently have over 60 members registered.

“The Timebanking trial will run until December 2013.

Organisations and individuals who would like to sign up to Timebanking can register their interest by going to timebanking.com.au or phone 1300 786 176.

he NSW Office of Communities and Volunteering Central Coast held a public meeting on Wednesday, December 12, at the Mingara Recreation Centre to discuss piloting a Timebanking program in the Central Coast and Hunter.

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Local Government areas from 11 Councils around the Central Coast and Hunter are trialling a $300,000 state government plan to increase the number of volunteers in the community.

Timebanking allows the volunteers to exchange services between community members.

One hour earned is one hour in the bank.

The hourly credits earned by volunteers can

Timebanking co-ordinator Colleen Cooper, with Jessica Duimeyer and Timebanking co-ordinator Jodi Hughes.

be used for services they need at a later date.

Volunteers can bank up to 60 hours in credit or 20

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The list of volunteer

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New Year’s Eve celebration to be held at The Entrance New Year’s Eve celebration will be held at Memorial Park, The Entrance, on Monday, December 31.

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Band Midnight Mojo who will play on New Years Eve

“Entertainment this year is all locally based bands which will encourage people on the Coast to bring their kids along to celebrate the coming of the New Year,” said The Entrance Town Centre Management events coordinator Ms Donna Judge.

“The environment is safe, alcohol free and full of festive spirit.

“The entertainment kicks off on the Memorial

Park Stage with By the Fire at 5pm, which will be sure to please the crowd.

“Special Guest DJ Ant will show off his DJ skills over on the Sails stage from 5:30pm to 8:30pm “2Funky, a new up and exciting duo will entertain you from 6:45pm on the Memorial Park Stage.

“The ever popular local sounds of Midnight Mojo will have the crowd up and dancing celebrating the New Year

from 7:15pm.

“There will also be a spectacular fireworks display sponsored by Mingara at 9pm.

“There will be a strong police presence to ensure that the alcohol free area is adhered to, and that it will be a safe place to bring the kids,” said Ms Judge.

Media release, 14 Dec 2012 Donna Judge, The Entrance Town Centre Management

Carols at The Entrance Love our Living Lakes campaign to be held at on Christmas Eve The Entrance he annual Carols by Candlelight celebrations will be held on Christmas Eve on Monday, December 24 at Memorial Park, The Entrance.

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“Come along and join us for a very special evening under the stars,” said The Entrance Town Centre Management events coordinator Ms Donna Judge.

“The traditions of Christmas will be kept alive with traditional carols performed by the Tuggerah Lakes Show Band.

“There will also be a special guest for the kids.

“JB Dance will start the Christmas Celebrations at 6pm with a Children’s Christmas dance spectacular.

“Join in for some tap dancing experience from the Happy Feet 2 gang at 6:30pm on Memorial Park stage then a meet and greet from 7:30pm for fun and photos.

“Dutch Courage will perform on stage at 7:10pm.

“The main focus of the evening will be the traditional Carols performed by the Tuggerah Lakes Show Band, with special guest appearances from Lambeth Bennett and Leanne Peters.

“Santa and Mrs Claus

are rumoured to be taking time out of their busy schedule to greet the crowd at approximately 8:40pm.

“Audiences will be encouraged to sing along to their favourite carols, with song booklets available to purchase on the night.

“To complete the festivities, a special fireworks display will be held at 9pm,” said Ms Judge.

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he Community Environment Network (CEN) in partnership with Wyong Council will coordinate a Love our Living Lakes campaign at The Entrance from Wednesday, December 26, to Tuesday, January 1.

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The project calls for volunteers to help distribute reusable bags, provide information on plastics in waterways and responsible fishing guides to boaters, fishers and visitors at boat ramps and foreshore areas around the Tuggerah Lakes estuary.

Volunteers will also spread the word about caring for the lakes and the key message that plastic lasts forever and kills millions of animals each year.

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$22,000 for signage at Norah Head Lighthouse orah Head Lighthouse Reserve Trust has received $22,000 in funding from the NSW Government to launch interpretive signage.

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Member for Wyong Mr Darren Webber unveiled the signage on Tuesday, December 11.

The Norah Head Lighthouse Reserve Trust has installed the signage to inform visitors about the Lighthouse and the abundant Flora and Fauna found in the surrounding bush and grassed area.

The signs also include information regarding the many ships that were

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sunk during wartime by mines which were laid

by German warships or Japanese torpedos.

The information also includes those ships which either ran aground or sunk in treacherous seas prior to and since the lighthouse was built in 1903.

Media release, 10 Dec 2012 Jim Lloyd, Office of Darren Webber MP

Police give advice on home security uggerah Lakes Local Area Command has issued a statement of home security tips to help residents of Wyong Shire deter theft over the Christmas and New Year period.

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Tuggerah Lakes LAC Facebook page stated that deterring would-be criminals was one of the most effective forms of crime prevention.

Ways to do so include investing in a motion sensor flood-light or outdoor Christmas lights to highlight a

home’s exterior.

Highlighting the fact that possessions are security marked and registered on window decals provides a further warning that personal items are marked, traceable and not worth the risk of stealing.

The page also stated

that a common mistake of many festive decorators was to feed extension cables through partially open windows.

Criminals know to look for this vulnerability.

When it comes to outdoor lighting, opt for solar or battery operated lights or install outdoor

electrical outlets.

Another tip offered for home safety was careful disposal of gift packaging.

If packaging can’t be taken to a recycling point, put rubbish out just before the collection and fold boxes so that they do not advertise new home contents to potential thieves.

Other safe practices

advised include careful disposal of gift receipts and personal paperwork with appropriate shredding.

It is recommended that doors and windows be checked for weak spots and curtains and drapes should be closed at night to keep valuable items out of sight.

Tuggerah Lakes LAC also suggested

that residents who were planning on going away over the Christmas - New Year break cancelled any paper subscriptions and organised for a neighbour to park in their driveway to give the illusion that someone was home.

Media release, 13 Dec 2012 Tuggerah Lakes LAC official Facebook page

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Share your Shire competition winners announced

Erin Lawrence, Kylie McCorquodale, Cr Doug Eaton and Anna Levshin

yong Council has announced the winners of the Share your Shire competition, presenting the three winners with their prizes at the Ordinary Council Meeting of Wednesday, December 12.

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Fireflies at Forest of Tranquillity he Forest of Tranquillity at Ourimbah is running its annual December fireflies sightseeing tours from 6pm on Saturdays.

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The fireflies come out at dusk and prefer the humidity.

Patrons are welcome to have an evening picnic in the forest grounds and are encouraged to bring their

own food and drinks.

A torch is recommended for safety when walking through the forest in the dark.

On varying Saturday nights throughout

December, music and entertainment may be provided.

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The Wyong Diary

For events in post code areas 2258, 2259 2259, 2261 2261, 2 2262 262 and 2263 Monday Dec 24 Thursday Dec 20 at Beachcomber Hotel CEN Volunteers Carols by Candlelight, Monday Dec 31 Awareness Day, The Memorial Park The New Year’s Eve Entrance Entrance celebration, Memorial Park, The Entrance Tuesday Dece 25 Saturday Dec 22 Wednesday Jan 23 Fireflies sightseeing, Christmas Day Toukley and District Forest of Tranquillity Art Society class, Wednesday Dec 26 Toukley Reunion festival, The Boxing Day Thursday Jan 24 Entrance Leagues Club Tuggerah Lakes Loving Our Lake Art Society meeting, Living Lakes volunteers Uniting Church hall, Sunday Dec 23 Christmas under the day The Entrance Stars event, Mingara Thursday Dec 27 Mark Cashin and the Recreation Club Lil Hussys performing

See the Peninsula News for events in post code areas 2256 & 2257 and the COAST Community News for events in post code areas 2250, 2260 and 2251 If you’ve got something happening in the Wyong Region over the next few weeks, let us know about it and we’ll list it here for you, for free.

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Anna Levshin, 16, of Wyongah won the Under-18 category for her photograph,When the sun starts to Go Down, which captured pelicans on the water’s edge at Toukley Bridge during sunset.

“For a budding photographer, the competition was a great way to showcase the beauty of our community,” said Anna.

“I love the Central Coast, the scenery is absolutely spectacular and a pleasure to photograph.”

There were two other winners in the Open Category.

Ms Erin Lawrence of Kanwal with her photograph of The Entrance beach entitled The Light of Dawn, and Ms Kylie McCorquodale of Bateau Bay with her story Livin’ the Dream.

Ms Lawrence’s photograph captured one

of the Shire’s beaches, bringing together the environment, dune protection and a reminder of the work lifeguards undertake.

“I’ve only been taking photographs a short time, but when I picked up my camera and started taking photos around the Coast it brought back memories of swimming at the beach and watching my brother surf many years ago,” said Ms Lawrence.

Ms McCorquodale, a mum of two children, captured what so many families love about living in the Shire.

“A typical day for me might start with Nippers at the beach and end with fish and chips at The Entrance,” says Kylie.

“It really is a great place to raise a family and there are so many great places and activities to see and do,” said Ms McCorquodale.

Wyong Council mayor Cr Doug Eaton said the judges had a difficult decision choosing winners as all the entries showed a variety of natural landscapes and community activities across the Shire.

“Council planned to choose two winners but entries were so good we had to choose three,” said Cr Eaton.

“I’d like to congratulate all those who entered; there were so many great photographs and stories that really showcased the best Wyong Shire has to offer.”

The mayor presented the winners with their prize of an iPad 3 and a certificate.

All winning and commended entries will be showcased in an online gallery on the Wyong Shire Council’s website.

Media release, 14 Dec 2012 Wyong Council Media

Christmas under the Stars at Mingara ingara Recreation Club is hosting a Christmas under the Stars event on Sunday, December 23, to celebrate the festive season and to raise money for The Salvation Army’s Oasis Youth Centre at Wyong.

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Entertainment available on the night includes performances from David Campbell, the Gina Jeffery’s Christmas Stars, Nikki Webster and the Rags and Razzles

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Patrons are encouraged to bring a picnic blanket and chairs to enjoy the show.

Entry is $5, with children 12 years able to

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Gates open at 4:30 pm, with entertainment starting from 5:30 pm and fireworks at 9pm.

Website, 17 Dec 2012 Wyong Council Website

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he Central Coast Academy of Sport BBX Basketball Program travelled to Wollongong on Friday, December 14, to kick off a three-day camp at the home of Illawarra Basketball, the renowned ‘Snakepit’.

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The current NSW Country Under-16 Men’s coach John Hargreaves was the guest coach to help the program staff set the tone for the three days.

In his opening address Hargreaves spoke about his reflections regarding the fine line between what sets team’s apart at National Championships.

“When you consider that very fine line between winning and losing at nationals, it often comes down to the ability to play with consistent effort, so today we will work on ensuring we do everything we can to make everyone in this squad better players’ by challenging each and every player,” said Hargreaves.

The court session on the Friday was one of

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made a considerable investment in using state of the art motion analysis and the involvement of video capture and analysis in the program today was another highlight of the camp at Wollongong,” said Fenton.

Central Coast Academy of Sport managing director Mr Ian Robilliard said, “I was delighted to see the squad really put through their paces today”.

“They certainly enjoyed the challenge and the work they were instructed to do.

“John was outstanding and what a coup to have John involved in such an active way, it was just outstanding,” said Mr Robilliard.

Media release, 15 Dec 2012 Central Coast Academy of Sport Media

Mingara launches electronic timing system he Mingara Athletics club has purchased a new electronic timing system and officially launched it on Saturday, November 10.

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The timing system is state of the art and will allow the club to host professional athletic competitions; attracting competitors from around the state.

The equipment was able to be purchased with the help of grants from Wyong Council and Mingara Recreation Club as well as fundraising by the club and its members.

The total cost of the equipment was around $25,000.

Before electronic timing, volunteers would time each person individually, plus two judges would need to call the places in each event.

This was often a hard job when four to five runners all came across the line at once.

A camera now takes

multiple images per second and provides a clear photo of the finish.

The times are then obtained from the system, (which is connected to the starting gun) and are provided to the competitors in approximately two minutes.

Media release, 10 Dec 2012 Nicky Kelly, Mingara Recreation Club

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Jamie Mullarkey, Ben Games, Ben Hansen and Noah Magnus have been sponsored by Gosford Council’s youth entertainment venue, The Hub, to attend the event, which will be contested over three days, with 100 countries invited and over 450 athletes expected to attend.

Pankration meaning ‘all powers’ is both an ancient and modern full contact MMA contest which includes, but is not limited to, the techniques of combat sports including boxing, tae kwon do, wrestling and judo.

Team member and internationally recognised sixth Dan Black Belt Noah Magnus said he was confident in his team’s abilities.

“Our team members have

Team members Ben Hansen, Jamie Mullarkey, Ben Games, Noah Magnus. proven time again that we are among the best in Australia and we are honoured to represent both the Central Coast and our country at

the 2012 Pankration MMA World Titles in Greece.

“We are confident in our ability and we are aiming to bring home Gold from

Sparta,” said Noah.

Youth Centre coordinator Mr Steve Knee said The Hub, in partnership with Magnus Martial Arts, has

offered free martial arts training over the past nine years with much success.

“We have produced a number of champions

across several disciplines, however, producing a World Pankration MMA Champion will be our biggest achievement to date.

“We are also looking to further develop this free program in 2013, with an MMA Rising Stars event series to sponsor and develop young martial artists and build on our current and past success.

“We wish the team all the best at the World Titles and look forward to continuing to develop the skills and abilities of our future champions,” Mr Knee said.

Jamie Mullarkey is the current 70kg Gold Medallist and Australian Pankration MMA champion.

Ben Games is the current 78kg Silver Medallist and is ranked second in Pankration MMA in Australia.

Ben Hansen at 66kg is a former Australian MMA Champion and has prequalified for the Australian Team.

Noah Magnus at 78kg has been champion across several martial arts disciplines and was the original Pankration MMA Champion 12 years ago.

Craig O’Neill wins judo gold at World Games

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medal.

In the competition held on October 27, Craig fought competitors from Brazil and Sweden to win the U81kg combined age category.

In his first fight against the eventual silver medallist, Craig broke his Brazilian opponent’s guard late in the

fight and threw him using his signature shoulder throw, ippon seio nage.

In his second fight, Craig capitalised on his opponent’s defensiveness to throw him backwards twice for the win.

The World Fire Fighters Games is in its 12th year and saw fire fighters from around the globe compete in

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Steve Allen hosted the evening, with the Outstanding Service of Sport to the Central Coast being awarded to Brian Gee, Shannon Woodley, Lynn Smith and Ross Bryant.

Sportsperson of the Year went to Tom Slingsby for Sailing with Matt Ryan as runner up forfootball.

Central Coast Sports

Event of the Year went to the Bay to Bay Fun Run and Half Marathon while Central Coast Team of the Year went to Mingara Athletics U20 800m.

Club-Association of the Year was awarded to Terrigal Surf Life Saving Club and Leisl Tesch won the Sportsperson of the Year with a Disability award for sailing.

Indigenous Sportsperson of the Year went to Jarrad Hayes for golf, Masters Sportsperson of the Yea went to Paul Lemmon for surf lifesaving and swimming and Volunteer of the Year went to Jeff Vilensk y for his contribution to Cricket.

David Unger won Official

more than 71 events around Sydney, including many of the Sydney Olympic venues.

The judo event saw competitors from as far afield as France, Norway, Sweden, Hungary, Romania, South Korea, Brazil, and Australia compete at the tournament venue in Bomaderry, south of Sydney.

ido Mingara Judo Academy athlete Neeson Naidoo won the Judo NSW Senior Boy of the Year award at the NSW Judo State Awards recently.

Neeson’s award was determined based on accumulated competition points achieved at events

over the last 12 months.

The Kido Mingara Judo Academy was also presented with the Judo Federation NSW Inspired Club of the Year award.

“The Kido coaching team seems to be able to inspire and bring out the best in the local youngsters,” said head coach Pete Acciari.

“The strong developing

Skipping his team of Mark Casey (third), Brett Wilkie (second) and Wayne Ruediger (lead) in the Men’s Fours, the Australian Jackeroos snared their gold medals with a convincing 22-13 victory over South Africa.

Lead Wayne Ruediger from Adelaide achieved his life-long dream of achieving a world gold medal on his home soil and declared, “Words can’t describe how I feel right now, I’m so happy”.

“I never expected to be a World Champion.

See pages 7 to 10 for a special feature on all the winners.

talent pool of contest players including Melinda Brown, Neeson and Kassiea Naidoo, Caroline Hain, Liam and Angelina Yokoyama, Daniel Villani and Vadim Butov achieved remarkable results during the year placing well and building up an impressive tally including two gold, two silver and three bronze at the ACT

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ttalong Memorial Bowling Club superstar Aron Sherriff added another gold medal to his collection on Friday, December 7, during the 2012 World Championships at Lockleys Bowling Club, South Australia.

of the Year for Surf Life Saving and Graham Arnold won Coach of the Year for football.

Junior Sportsperson of the Year went to Jake O’Brien for Oztag, surf lifesaving and rugby league and runner up was Jack Cogger for rugby league, touch and Oztag.

The Junior Encouragement Award went to Connor Watson for Oztag, rugby league and union, Amber Tauroa for Gymnastics and Matthew Graham for freestyle mogul skiing.

Matthew Graham

International, two gold, three silver and one bronze at NSW State, representation at the Commonwealth Open at Cardiff, one gold, two silver and four bronze at the Queensland International, one gold, one silver, one bronze at the Oceania Championship in Cairns, two players on the National Talent ID scholarship

program, three silver at the Southern Cross Intern VIOC, four gold, one silver and two bronze at the NSW International Open, one gold and two bronze at Nationals, four gold, two silver and two bronze at the NSW Country Championship and one gold, one silver and one bronze at the Sonice Ganesa Cup Jakarta, Indonesia.

“A year ago I didn’t think it was possible,” said Wayne.

In the semi-final thriller against the powerhouse Scottish team, Aron steered his team to an 18 shot margin before they squandered the advantage as the Scots rallied and staged a fight back to fall just short of the Australians, 23-22.

“What a game,” said National coach Steve Glasson.

“We got off to a really good start and began to run away with it, but we took our foot off and, full credit to Scotland, they fought back”.

Aron also won silver in the Men’s Pairs on Thursday, December 6, when he led for world number two Leif Selby in a final that saw the duo lose by five shots to arguably the world’s best pairs team of Alex Marshall (skip) and Paul Foster (lead) representing Scotland.

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he Central Coast Sports F e d e r a t i o n Awards were held at Mingara on Saturday, November 17, and celebrated the achievements of the Central Coast sporting community.

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entral Coast Mariners’ players Mathew Ryan and Tomas Rogic have made the Qantas Socceroos final squad of players for the East Asian Football Federation (EAFF) East Asian Cup qualifying tournament.

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oy Woy judo club competitor Craig O’Neill, who is also a member of Kariong Rural Fire Service, has returned from the World Fire Fighters Games with a gold

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our athletes from Central Coasts Magnus Martial Arts have been selected to compete at the world Pankration Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) titles in Sparta, Greece from November 16 to 18.

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the most comprehensive undertaken with the Academy of Sport since basketball started in the Academy in 2004.

“It was great for the squad to hear a new voice with a great deal of technical knowledge.

“The fact the squad can get away and learn to cooperate both on and off the court is also an invaluable learning experience,” said Central Coast Academy of Sport head coach Drew Fenton.

“It was an additional benefit for the group to be able to watch an NBL game live to reinforce a lot of things that were covered today.

“The Wollongong versus Perth game was a nice way to finish a very busy but productive day.

“The Central Coast Academy of Sport has

“The Academy conducts various sessions per week and is presenting a complete program for its membership including Kata, Fitness and Competition.

“The coaching panel anticipates that we will have a stronger club in 2013 with the distinct focus on technical development,” said Acciari.

Ryan and Rogic departed for Hong Kong on Friday, November 30, and the

Socceroos played their first match of the tournament against the hosts at the Mong Kok Stadium on Monday, December 3, which they won 1-0.

Rogic went on in the 81st minute of the game when Osieck made his second change and replaced Garcia.

Rogic’s first touch of the ball was a shot on goal which Hung-Fai had to save.

Following their game against Hong Kong, the Socceroos played matches against DPR Korea on

Wednesday, December 5, Guam on Friday, December 7, and Chinese Taipei on Sunday, December 9.

The match against DPR Korea saw the Socceroos draw 1-1.

Rogic was introduced in the second half to spark an ailing midfield as Australia pushed for a winner, but they lacked impetus for too much of the encounter.

A late penalty appeal for a foul on substitute Adam Taggart following play down the left from Rogic and a

Matt McKay header was as close as Australia came to a second goal.

Aside from the inclusion of goalkeeper Matt Ryan for Eugene Galekovic, Osieck stuck with an unchanged team for the clash knowing his side needed the win over their main rivals to avoid a goal-difference showdown.

The Socceroos then defeated Guam 9-0.

Rogic enjoyed the first sight of goal in the fourth minute, drawing a smart save from Guam goalkeeper

Doug Herrick.

Australia’s final game against Chinese Tapai saw them win 8-0 which qualified the team for the 2013 East Asian Cup. The teams that will participate in the EAFF East Asian Cup for men are Japan, Korea Republic and China PR. The EAFF East Asian Cup 2013 will be held in Seoul, Korea Republic from Saturday, July 20, to Sunday, July 28.

From the original squad of

25 players called into Qantas Socceroos camp in Sydney, former Central Coast midfielder Rostyn Griffiths, Adelaide United attacker Dario Vidosic, and Dinamo Moscow utility Luke Wilkshire were forced to withdraw from contention due to injury.

The duo will return to the Central Coast prior to the Hyundai A-League round 11 contest with Melbourne Heart at Bluetongue Stadium on Friday, December 14.

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Mariners remain at top of the ladder following 2-0 Heart victory he Central Coast Mariners consolidated their position on top of the Hyundai A-League ladder with a 2-0 victory over Melbourne Heart at Bluetongue Stadium on Friday, December 14.

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The result was secured through Pedj Bojic who scored the winner against Heart in their round four encounter.

Bojic bagged himself a well-deserved brace in a man of the match performance.

Both Bojic’s goals came in the second half; the first through an optimistic long distance strike helped on its way by a Clint Bolton goalkeeping error and the second, a classy free kick from distance.

In the first 10 minutes, the Mariners had an opportunity from the dead ball.

Bojic stepped up for the free kick, looking to recreate his magic from round four.

Bojic sent a curling effort towards Bolton’s goal forcing an outstretched save from the Heart custodian.

Josh Rose created a mouth-watering opportunity down the left side for Bernie Ibini in the 28th minute with a pinpoint through ball that the Mariners’ striker hit first time.

Ibini’s shot from a tough angle, however, failed to trouble Bolton.

Bojic stepped up to create one of the chances of the half as he teamed up with Michael McGlinchey down the opposite side of the pitch to breeze past Jason Hoffman and provide Rogic with a chance five yards from goal.

Rogic leapt high but was beaten to the ball

by Simon Colosimo who cleared the danger.

Just before half time

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the Mariners almost opened the scoring on two occasions through a flurry of chances, started by a Rogic charge up the centre of the pitch.

McGlinchey and Daniel McBreen both had a crack at the net.

The first by McBreen was shut down by a sliding Colosimo, the second by McGlinchey blocked by a scrambling Heart defence.

The first half could be summed up by a handful of Mariners’ chances created by the dashing wing play of Bojic and Rose, thwarted by a Heart team that lacked the go forward required to create any major threat.

Typically, Rogic was causing headaches for his markers in the middle of the park.

The match was smashed open in the 49th minute through Bojic who was in an inspired mood.

Bojic cracked a shot from all of 30 yards that possessed power but was angled straight at Bolton.

Bolton made an uncharacteristic mistake that resulted in the ball squeezing through the shot-stoppers’ grip to dribble across the line and give the Mariners the lead.

The next big chance for the Mariners fell in the 62nd minute as Bojic again found himself with space down the right side.

The defender crossed into the box and Rogic fired two shots away, both hit with venom and both blocked by

Liberian international Patrick Gerhardt.

It was not long until Bojic struck again.

Firing a wicked free kick at goal, Bojic made it 2-0 to the Mariners in the 69th minute.

In the 78th minute, Heart substitute Golgol Mebrahtu went closest for the visiting team.

He was about to strike what he thought was a one on one chance with Mathew Ryan, but Patrick Zwaanswijk came to the rescue for Central Coast, and his challenge knocked Mebrahtu off the ball and forced the shot well wide.

The Mariners finished the match in structured fashion, not giving their opponents a sniff of fighting back into the fixture.

The victory took Central Coast, albeit potentially temporarily, four points clear at the top of the Hyundai A-League standings.

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