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Webber faces ICAC questioning

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Mayor welcomes budget despite $2 million roads budget cut

yong Council has welcomed the recent Federal Budget, with ember for Wyong Mr Darren Webber appeared before the mayor Cr Doug Eaton saying it delivered some big wins for Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) on Tuggerah Lakes, local business and commuters on the M1.

Monday, May 19, as part of Operation Spicer, an investigation However he said cuts to and a regional sporting to roads funding.” into allegations that members of parliament and others corruptly Other changes solicited, received and concealed payments in return for having their social safety net services precinct at Tuggerah ($1 impacting council million). like health and disability interests favoured.

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Mr Webber was questioned about his employment with Tim Koelma’s company Eightbyfive.

At the time of his employment with Eightbyfive, Mr Webber was required to collate information from other government members’ websites, such as policy statements and media releases to provide to Mr Koelma.

Mr Webber agreed that there was no hard evidence of his work for Mr Koelma saying that he didn’t think there would be any electronic footprints remaining on his computer.

“I would highly doubt any computer would keep a footprint for four years,” said Mr Webber.

Mr Webber couldn’t confirm whether the $4,000 he deposited into his account on January 21, 2011 at around midday in Tuggerah was from Mr Koelma, who withdrew $8,000 in cash in Erina from another account earlier that day at 11:09am.

He did, however, agree that a number of other similar transactions were payments from Mr

Koelma.

Mr Webber said a similar thing happened to him as happened to the member for The Entrance Chris Spence, in that his computer failed and he lost all of the copies of his invoices rendering him unable to lodge tax returns for a number of years.

“I was waiting for Mr Koelma’s advice on when the payments and how many payments were made.

“In the end, without Mr Koelma being able to provide that advice, I simply made a declaration to the Tax Office to the best of my recollections and that’s how we lodged a tax return this year, in the absence of any originals and in the absence of Mr Koelma being able to confirm for us,” said Mr Webber.

Mr Webber conceded that he had made a “mistake” when he was questioned about a number of invoices made out to Eightbyfive by Webbbson Electrotechnology and IT Experts for taxation purposes which stated he had provided “IT consulting

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and electrotechnology advice”, saying he failed to change the description of the work provided.

He claimed the description was an automatic template but conceded that Webbbson never provided IT consulting and electrotechnology advice to any entity.

“It was the original intent but it wasn’t ah, used in that manner, no” said Mr Webber.

He then acquiesced that since he did not complete his trade as an electrician, and the co-founder of Webbbson was trained in IT, nobody at the company was qualified to provide electro technology advice.

Mr Webber denied a statement put to him by ICAC’s counsel assisting, Geoffrey Watson SC, when Mr Watson suggested that Mr Webber was “just lying and the whole arrangement with Koelma was itself a sham under which you would receive a payment which would free you for door knocking?”

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support could have a negative impact on the Shire’s most vulnerable residents.

“Overall I’m pleased to see strong support for economic growth initiatives in the north of the Shire – this is strongly aligned to council’s own vision to create jobs and attract investment,” said mayor Cr Eaton.

“Upgrading major roads like The Ridgeway and widening of the M1 between Tuggerah and Doyalson, Kariong and Somersby, are also great initiatives which will improve safety and travel times.

“But to my mind, the biggest boost is confirmation that the $405 million NorthConnex tunnel to link the M1 and M2 will get underway, providing our residents with a direct link to Sydney and welcome relief from long travel times for our 30,000 plus commuters.

Mayor Cr Eaton also congratulated Member for Dobell Ms Karen McNamara on the allocation of $3.3 million in funding for the Tuggerah Lakes, as well as additional funding for local skills and job centres ($2.7million),

“It’s great to see that the Federal Government is continuing to recognise the importance of this coastal estuary system and provide the funding for a suite of stormwater treatment works like new gross pollutant traps, particularly as the Lakes themselves are State Government responsibility,” mayor Cr Eaton said.

On the downside, the Federal Government has frozen indexation for the Local Government Financial Assistance Grants Program for the next three years.

This program provides general purpose grants to local government areas based on population amounts and funding for roads maintenance.

“The Federal Government has effectively capped the program at 2013/14 levels and, for Wyong Shire, this equals a direct cut to our roads budget of around $2 million over three years.

“Luckily we are in a better position than many other councils to absorb the impact, having spent the past four years improving our bottom line and doubling the amount we have allocated

include the indexation of fuel excise (an increase of $25,000 per year), and changes to FBT (an increase of around $35,000 per year) but these impacts are offset by the rephasing of the Superannuation Guarantee, providing a saving of around $350,000 per year.

“Wyong Shire is not a wealthy community and we already suffer from low school retention levels and high youth unemployment,” said the mayor, “so reports on the potential impacts for young job seekers and those on income support do concern me.

“It’s important for everyone that we maintain a strong safety net for our most vulnerable residents so I’ll be keeping a close eye on whether we see signs that the changes are having a widespread impact.

“On balance, I think there is much to welcome in this Budget and I congratulate our local Federal Member for her efforts in securing local funding and helping our priorities get a real look in at the national level.”

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The NBN Co has admitted the fibre-to-the-node trial on the Peninsula has not actually started, according to Senator Deborah O’Neill.

“The Liberal Government cancelled the fibre-to-the-home rollout for the Peninsula, which would have been completed by the end of next year if they had maintained Labor’s rollout

schedule.

“Now, parts of the Peninsula have been cherry-picked for a trial, with no guarantee that it will cover the rest of the premises, whereas every home would have

received a connection under Labor.”

“In Opposition, Malcolm Turnbull said the renegotiation of the Definitive Agreements with Telstra would be quick.

Senator O’Neill said she had spent time doorknocking on the Peninsula, asking locals about the NBN rollout.

“Speaking to residents here on the Peninsula, all I hear is them asking why does the Peninsula get left behind again?”

She said the Abbott Government has cancelled NBN rollout plans for the Peninsula to be replaced

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“It is now eight months this week since the Abbott Government was elected and still no progress.

“We still don’t know how much the old copper network would cost to fix, how much it would cost to maintain, or how long it will last.

“Malcolm Turnbull gilded the lily when he told the Australian public earlier this year that negotiations were moving quickly.

“Now that we know they are progressing so slowly that trials cannot even begin on the Coalition’s second rate copper based network.

“It’s time the Coalition abandoned its hotch-potch, obsolete copper debacle and return to Labor’s fibre-to-thepremises NBN rollout for all of the Central Coast.

“It is an obscene spectacle for taxpayers to watch the Coalition pay tens of billions of dollars for a century-old copper network, then billions more to maintain it, when comparable investment in fibreto-the-premises network is a far more cost-effective investment delivering considerably better services.

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“They are afraid that once again the Peninsula will get a raw deal.

“The Liberal Member for Robertson is in the media helping Erina Chamber of Commerce to get a full rollout to Erina, but letting the Peninsula fall behind again.

“To me, that isn’t fair,” Senator O’Neill said.

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Senator O’Neill said that all that had happened so far was that the Government had got NBN Co to attach a connection to an abandoned business premises, 100m from the node, and had called that the start of the trial.

The NBN Co representatives at the Estimates Committee had also refused to guarantee to release the findings of the trial, she said.

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oters in the Robertson electorate gathered outside the office of local member Ms Lucy Wicks on Wednesday, May 7, to urge her to plead a special case to protect the ABC, joining thousands making simultaneous petition deliveries around the country.

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Waving signs and chanting, a group of 35 residents hand delivered a 240,000 strong petition and a bunch of bananas to the office of Ms Wicks on the day that Federal Cabinet met to finalise changes to the upcoming Budget.

Jack Lloyd from Umina, who organised the Robertson petition delivery, said: “I got involved because I want to make sure my local member understands how important the ABC is to our region.”

More than 1,400 residents of Robertson signed the petition with two public meetings held recently with a focus on the effects of budget cuts on ABC operations on the Central Coast and nationally.

Mr Lloyd, however, said that within 24 hours of the petition delivery to over 60 Members of the House of Representatives across Australia, a media leak indicated that Federal Cabinet had decided to axe the ABC overseas service.

“Closure of the ABC overseas service is a direct contravention of the ABC Charter because it stops

Protestors outside the office of Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks

the ABC from broadcasting directly to Australian residents living overseas.

“Furthermore, the impact of budget cuts makes it more likely that we will lose the local radio station, ABC 92.5.

“So much for the promises of our Prime Minister, Tony Abbott and our local representative, Ms Lucy Wicks,” said Mr Lloyd.

“Mr Abbott said prior to the Federal election that there would be ‘no cuts to the ABC’.”

Mr Lloyd said Ms Wicks met for half an hour with leaders of the delivery protest

and said the government had no plans to privatise or alter the charters of the ABC or SBS. She said that she had personally met with ABC representatives to emphasise the importance of retaining the local ABC 92.5 station.

She said she hoped that it could be relocated to another location when its lease in Erina Fair expires in July.

She emphasised that the government had undertaken a review of the ABC because it wanted to be sure that efficient use was being made of taxpayer funds.

However, she did not respond directly to the request that she plead a special case for the ABC with the Minister for Communications, the Hon. Malcolm Turnbull.

Members of Friends of the ABC emphasised that because of the topography and the geography of the Central Coast, only two of five ABC radio services could be accessed by local resident and an upgrade was needed rather than cuts to service.

Over 65 petition deliveries took place in regional towns and cities across every state and territory, including

in the electorates of key budget decision-makers, Communication Minister Turnbull, Treasurer Hockey and Prime Minister Abbott.

GetUp’s national director Sam Mclean said: “This is the fastest growing petition we’ve ever had and it’s on the way to being our biggest, which underlines just how seriously Australians take this threat to their ABC.” “Now, with petition deliveries happening at Federal MPs’ offices right across the country, thousands of Australians are making it clear they love their

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Mayor welcomes budget despite $2 million roads budget cut

yong Council has welcomed the recent Federal Budget, with ember for Wyong Mr Darren Webber appeared before the em mayor Cr Doug Eaton saying it delivered some big wins for In Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) on Tuggerah Lakes, local business and commuters on the M1.

M Monday, May 19, as part of Operation Spicer, an investigation However he said cuts to and a regional sporting to roads funding.” into allegations allegat that members of parliament and others corruptly Other changes solicited, re received and concealed payments in return for having their social safety net services precinct at Tuggerah ($1 like health and disability million). impacting council interests fav favoured.

ABC and are ready to fight for it.”

In a formal statement ment to Coast Community News, Ms Wicks said she had met with presenter Scott Levi and producers at ABC Central Coast 92.5 FM regarding ding the relocation of the station. on.

“I have been told d by the ABC that the relocation on of the ABC Central Coast studio is an issue with the lease ase and oking at they are currently looking suitable alternative sites but there are certainly no plans not to continue the service,” said Ms Wicks.

“As the local member, upporter I am a strong supporter of local radio here on the ritten to Coast, and have written tor Mark ABC managing director his, and Scott to express this, met with ABC State director nuary.

Peter Longman in January.

“As the mid-year fifinancial nancial outlook revealed, thee Budget ate than an is in a much worse state Labor had forecast. ed, the eed “If left unchanged, Buud Bud udget g Commonwealth Budget ng to o would be heading combined deficits of $1233 ext four billion over the next years.

“That is why the Coalition is reviewing every public axpayers agency to ensure taxpayers alue for are getting full value money.

“The ABC and SBS are no exception, they have an obligation to their owners, ople, to the Australian people, ons as run their organisations fectively efficiently and cost effectively as possible,” said Mss Wicks.

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Webber Mrr W ebbe couldn’t confi whether the confir firm m wh $4,000 he deposited into de his account on January 21, 2011 at around midday in Tu Tuggerah was T from Mr Ko Koelma, who withdrew $8, $8,000 in cash in Erina from fro another account earlie earlier that day at 11:09am.

He did, however, agree that a number of other similar transactions were payments paymen from Mr

Media releases, 7 & 9 May 2014 d, Umina Jack Lloyd, atement, Media statement, 7 May 2014 office fice of Tim Sowden, offi Lucy Wicks MP

Koelma.

Mr Webber said a similar thing happened to him as happened to the member for The Entrance Chris Spence, in that his computer failed and he lost all of the copies of his invoices rendering him unable to lodge tax returns for a number of years.

“I was waiting for Mr Koelma’s advice on when the payments and how many payments were made.

“In the end, without Mr Koelma being able to provide that advice, I simply made a declaration to the Tax Office to the best of my recollections and that’s how we lodged a tax return this year, in the absence of any originals and in the absence of Mr Koelma being able to confirm for us,” said Mr Webber.

Mr Webber conceded that he had made a “mistake” when he was questioned about a number of invoices made out to Eightbyfive by Webbbson Electrotechnology and IT Experts for taxation purposes which stated he had provided “IT consulting

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Senator for NSW Deborah O’Neill speaks to residents on the Peninsula about the NBN

support could have a negative impact on the Shire’s most vulnerable residents.

“Overall I’m pleased to see strong support for economic growth initiatives in the north of the Shire – this is strongly aligned to council’s own vision to create jobs and attract investment,” said mayor Cr Eaton.

“Upgrading major roads like The Ridgeway and widening of the M1 between Tuggerah and Doyalson, Kariong and Somersby, are also great initiatives which will improve safety and travel times.

“But to my mind, the biggest boost is confirmation that the $405 million NorthConnex tunnel to link the M1 and M2 will get underway, providing our residents with a direct link to Sydney and welcome relief from long travel times for our 30,000 plus commuters.

Mayor Cr Eaton also congratulated Member for Dobell Ms Karen McNamara on the allocation of $3.3 million in funding for the Transcript, 19 May 2014 Tuggerah Lakes, as well ICAC as additional funding for local skills and job centres ($2.7million),

and electrotechnology advice”, saying he failed to change the description of the work provided.

He claimed the description was an automatic template but conceded that Webbbson never provided IT consulting and electrotechnology advice to any entity.

“It was the original intent but it wasn’t ah, used in that manner, no” said Mr Webber.

He then acquiesced that since he did not complete his trade as an electrician, and the co-founder of Webbbson was trained in IT, nobody at the company was qualified to provide electro technology advice.

Mr Webber denied a statement put to him by ICAC’s counsel assisting, Geoffrey Watson SC, when Mr Watson suggested that Mr Webber was “just lying and the whole arrangement with Koelma was itself a sham under which you would receive a payment which would free you for door knocking?”

“It’s great to see that the Federal Government is continuing to recognise the importance of this coastal estuary system and provide the funding for a suite of stormwater treatment works like new gross pollutant traps, particularly as the Lakes themselves are State Government responsibility,” mayor Cr Eaton said.

On the downside, the Federal Government has frozen indexation for the Local Government Financial Assistance Grants Program for the next three years.

This program provides general purpose grants to local government areas based on population amounts and funding for roads maintenance.

“The Federal Government has effectively capped the program at 2013/14 levels and, for Wyong Shire, this equals a direct cut to our roads budget of around $2 million over three years.

“Luckily we are in a better position than many other councils to absorb the impact, having spent the past four years improving our bottom line and doubling the amount we have allocated

include the indexation of fuel excise (an increase of $25,000 per year), and changes to FBT (an increase of around $35,000 per year) but these impacts are offset by the rephasing of the Superannuation Guarantee, providing a saving of around $350,000 per year.

“Wyong Shire is not a wealthy community and we already suffer from low school retention levels and high youth unemployment,” said the mayor, “so reports on the potential impacts for young job seekers and those on income support do concern me.

“It’s important for everyone that we maintain a strong safety net for our most vulnerable residents so I’ll be keeping a close eye on whether we see signs that the changes are having a widespread impact.

“On balance, I think there is much to welcome in this Budget and I congratulate our local Federal Member for her efforts in securing local funding and helping our priorities get a real look in at the national level.”

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Civic Reception for volunteers involved in bush fires

(main) The local Salvation Army - (inset left) Wyong Lakes RFS Team - (inset right) Members of the Volunteer Rescue Association

yong Council hosted a Civic Reception on Friday, May 16, for local rural fire service volunteers and others involved in the October 2013 fires that affected the northern Central Coast.

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Wyong Council mayor Cr Doug Eaton said the reception was a chance for council to recognise the efforts of our volunteers as well as the many professional staff in protecting our community.

“The fires that affected our region in October 2013 destroyed almost 3,000 hectares of land in one of the biggest fires our region has experienced,” he said.

“Roads were closed, power was cut to communities and people were forced to evacuate to a centre set up at the

Doyalson RSL Club.

“Despite this, not one home was lost in Wyong Shire, although tragically one resident lost his life after suffering a heart attack while defending his home.

“After the fires I toured the sites.

“It was evident what an outstanding job fire fighters did to save houses and lives from the destructive path the fire took.

“A total of 238 firefighters comprising units from the RFS, FRNSW and NPWS worked overtime to

save not just houses, but communities.

“All up, 36 tankers and three helicopters were used during the operation, which was fought in difficult conditions, in the middle of the night, with shifting winds which constantly saw the fire breaking fronts.

“Now that the fire season has ended, we are taking the opportunity to say thank you to these volunteers and what better way to do it than in National Volunteers Week.”

Representatives from NSW Police, NSW Fire

and Rescue, the State Emergency Service, The Volunteer Rescue Service, the Adventist Development & Relief Agency (ADRA) and the Samaritans were invited to attend the reception.

Mayor Eaton said it was also important to remember other volunteer organisations were heavily involved as well.

“Organisations such as the Red Cross and Salvation Army were instrumental in keeping our community and the firefighters safe and fed during the emergency,” he said.

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University has 99% support ew research shows Central Coast residents are overwhelmingly in favour of the Central Coast campus of The University of Newcastle expanding, to help create a true University Town locally, according to Central Coast business Landin Realty.

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Landin Realty commissioned the research on behalf of developer Kevin Gregory, to establish if there was support for the University within the community.

A focus group and survey were conducted on hundreds of Ourimbah residents, students and business owners last month.

“Perhaps not surprisingly, our research showed 99% of participants thought the University was a good or very good initiative for the Central Coast,” said Landin Realty sustainability engineer Dr Katy Gregory.

“The same percentage want the three tiers of

government to work together, with a goal of making sure the Coast has a large and viable university,” she added.

Dr Gregory said Central Coast locals recognise the vital role the University campus plays in the local economy, with 89% of people surveyed agreeing that the region had benefitted financially from having a tertiary institution. “ O v e r w h e l m i n g l y, people want to see our University grow – and Ourimbah become a true University town like many other regional centres across Australia,” Dr Gregory explained.

“Locals know our University can only

expand if affordable accommodation is provided close to the Uni – with 91% agreeing that without student housing, our University simply won’t grow.”

The research findings are being supported by business and community leaders across the Central Coast including former Wyong Council general manager Mr John Dawson. “ S t u d e n t accommodation is imperative to the continued growth and development of the [University] Campus,” said Mr Dawson.

Media release, 20 May 2014 Katy Gregory, Landin Realty

Edwards takes on Speaker’s role ember for Swansea Mr Garry Edwards has hit the ground running as Assistant Speaker of the Legislative Assembly after he directed proceedings in the House for the first time on Thursday, May 8.

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Mr Edwards was named as an Assistant Speaker by the Speaker, The Hon. Shelley Hancock MP, on Wednesday, May 7.

“It was an honour to undertake the role of Speaker and it is clear I have a lot to learn from the current Speaker and

Deputy Speaker,” Mr Edwards said.

“Ensuring Members of Parliament remain respectful of Parliamentary guidelines and standards in the House will be a challenging process, but I believe I am up to the

task.

“I look forward to working alongside the current Speaker and Deputy Speaker in this very important role.”

Media release, 9 May 2014 Gerald Cowan, office of Garry Edwards MP

Ourimbah residents label market research as a sham urimbah residents have claimed that the focus group meetings and market research conducted by former Member for Dobell Craig Thomson on behalf of the developer of the proposed 94 unit boarding house in Ourimbah is nothing more than a PR stunt.

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“Use of Mr Thomson’s services by the developer is bizarre in the extreme as is the statement that Central Coast residents are overwhelmingly in favour of the Boarding House Development” said Stop Glen Road Development Action Group chairperson Mr Greg McGill.

Mr McGill stated that: “along with two other Ourimbah residents, he attended one of these focus groups and at no stage was the proposed boarding house development allowed to be discussed”.

“Most of the discussion was centred around the Central Coast having its own university, the suitability of Ourimbah as the best site and what would need to change on the Ourimbah campus to increase its capacity for more students.”

“Based on what was discussed, there is no way that any conclusion could be reached that there was a need for off campus student accommodation in Ourimbah.

“In fact, there was extensive discussion about emulating the models of Armidale,

Bathurst and Toowoomba in building oncampus college style accommodation to create a unique university culture.

“We were told that the main complaint from students at the Ourimbah campus was that the campus still feels like school and lacks a true university atmosphere.

“Emma Barnes of Green Point, who was quoted in the Express Advocate as supporting an increase in student accommodation at the Ourimbah campus, clearly demonstrates the problem the developer faces in justifying the need for a student boarding house in Ourimbah.

“Emma is just one of the 95% of the student population at the Ourimbah campus who lives on the Central Coast and therefore has no need for student accommodation.”

Mr McGill further commented that the focus groups handpicked by the developer were hardly a cross section of the community.

“In the focus group I attended, there was a vocal, strong pro-

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development faction, who had no understanding of the local issues,” said Ms McGill.

“One participant, for example, who was strongly in favour of development in Ourimbah admitted he had never been to Ourimbah and in fact, was not even sure where Ourimbah was located.

“The Craig Thomson Focus Group Sideshow and alleged lobbying of Wyong Shire councillor’s, as reported on radio station 2GB last Thursday (May 15) was not going to distract Ourimbah residents from their primary objection to this four storey, 72 metre long development being out of character with the Ourimbah village.

“We have no objection to student accommodation per se.

“We just want a building that fits the character of Ourimbah, not a building that changes the character of Ourimbah forever,” said Mr McGill.

Media release, 21 May 2014 Allan Benson, Stop Glen Road Development Action Group

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Essential water main infrastructure in Long Jetty being replaced yong Council will be working nights over the next month to replace essential water main infrastructure in Long Jetty.

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Council’s water and sewer engineer Mr David Davies said ageing valves and water mains in the area would be replaced to help reduce the impact of repairs and upgrades on local residents and businesses.

“We will replace old valves and install a new hydrant in the area around Surf St, Long Jetty, as well as rebuilding a small water main and replacing other old valves in Toowoon Bay Rd,” he said.

“This will mean that we will be able to reduce the number of residents and businesses affected by planned or emergency works in the future by isolating smaller areas of water mains.

“Basically, we are investing in the water supply system now, to make things easier for our community in the future.”

Mr Davies said the work would be undertaken at night due to the location of the work.

“The valves and mains will be replaced between 7pm and 4:30am to minimise the disruption along the Central Coast

Highway,” he said.

“Detours and reduced traffic speed limits will apply while the work is undertaken.

“Residents’ access to their properties will be maintained.

“Residents in the surrounding areas may notice a minor pressure drop or slightly discoloured water while the work is happening.

“Council will endeavour to minimise the disruption to all affected.”

The work will take place in two stages: Stage One: intersection of The Central Coast Highway and Surf St, Long Jetty from Sunday, May 25, to Friday, May 40; and Stage two: intersection of The Central Coast Highway and Toowoon Bay Rd, Long Jetty from Monday, June 9, to Thursday, June 19, (excluding the nights of Friday 13 and Saturday, June 14).

All affected residents will be notified of the upcoming work.

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Federal funding for Tuggerah Lakes Estuary Management Plan uggerah Lakes will benefit from $3.3 million in funding announced as part of the 2014-15 Federal Budget.

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Tuggerah Lakes will receive Australian Government support to help clean up and improve its water quality.

“The Tuggerah Lakes Estuary Management Plan will receive $3.3 million over three years to help improve the water quality of the Tuggerah Lakes estuary by expanding the upgrade of stormwater treatment zones, including the removal of sediment and other organic matter and the replacement of gross pollutant traps,” said Member for Dobell Ms Karen McNamara.

“The main aim of the Estuary Management Plan

is to provide direction for the ongoing management of Tuggerah Lakes and its catchment in order to ensure the sustainability of its ecological systems.

“The people of Dobell care deeply about the Tuggerah Lakes and this programme will also help them identify ways they can contribute to its overall health.

“This project builds on the great work previously undertaken by both the council and community groups in and around the Tuggerah Lakes.

“In addition to this funding, there is potential for Green Army projects to deliver practical,

grass-roots action to further improve the environmental health of the Tuggerah Lakes.”

The Australian Government’s investment demonstrates this Government’s continued commitment to the implementation of the Tuggerah Lakes Estuary Management Plan to ensure improved water management of this important natural asset.

“Support for the Tuggerah Lakes Estuary Management Plan is an important part of the Government’s commitment to a healthier environment and is central to the

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582 lives saved by Surf Life Saving Central Coast

Mobile phone issues discussed ederal Member for Dobell Ms Karen McNamara welcomed to the electorate Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Communications Mr Paul Fletcher on Friday, May 16.

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ember for Dobell Ms Karen McNamara delivered a over this past summer.

“Without their constituency statement in the House of Representatives on commitment on Saturday Thursday, May 15, about Surf Life Saving Central Coast.

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Ms McNamara said Surf Life Saving Central Coast volunteers lowered the flags on Sunday, April 27, ending the 2013-14 patrol season.

“This season saw Surf Life Saving Central Coast celebrate its 75th anniversary with recordbreaking achievements,” said Ms McNamara.

“Over 95,000 hours were amassed

by volunteers as they patrolled the Central Coast’s magnificent beaches.

“Across the Central Coast, 582 lives were saved, 33,816 beachgoers were prevented from getting into trouble and no lives were lost at our patrolled beaches.

“This is an incredible achievement well worth acknowledgement.

“This week, as we acknowledge National Volunteer Week, the red and yellow army of volunteers has demonstrated through its commitment and dedication why surflifesaving is regarded as Australia’s pre-eminent volunteer association.

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“I would like to give particular thanks to Surf Life Saving Central Coast president Stuart Harvey and his board, along with CEO Chris Parker and his team for their tireless work and dedication.

‘Surf Life Saving Central Coast will now prepare for the 201415 season, reminding beachgoers that while the flags are down we all need to remain vigilant and safe during the winter season,” said Ms McNamara.

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Mr Fletcher is responsible for implementing the Government’s $100 million Mobile Black Spot Programme.

“The Coalition is delivering on its election promise to invest $100 million to improve mobile phone coverage in outer metropolitan, regional and remote communities around Australia,” Ms McNamara said.

“Locally, I am committed to seeing this investment support our local small businesses to boost productivity and create more employment options.

“Mr Fletcher attended a round table discussion with Wyong Shire Council and key business stakeholders where he was briefed on local telecommunication needs and priorities,” said Ms McNamara.

The Programme has two elements: the $80 million Mobile Network Expansion

Project will improve mobile coverage along major transport routes, in small communities and in areas that are prone to experiencing natural disasters; and the $20 million Mobile Black Spot Project will improve mobile coverage in locations with unique coverage problems such as areas with high demand for services.

“Mr Fletcher’s visit to Dobell highlights the Government’s commitment to black spots around the country and our determination to ensure this Programme leads to real outcomes for our community,” Ms McNamara concluded.

Ms McNamara will work with Wyong Shire Council and the business community to develop a submission based on the discussions at the meeting.

Media release, 15 May 2014 Luka Nayna, office of Karen McNamara MP

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Budget lays the foundations for a strong and prosperous economy ember for Dobell Ms Karen McNamara said the Abbott Government’s first Budget was laying the foundations for a strong and prosperous economy with less debt.

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“At the election, the Coalition made the solemn promise to get the Budget back under control, as well as scrap the Carbon Tax, end the waste, stop the boats and build the roads of the 21st century,” said Ms McNamara.

“This Budget keeps that pledge.

“The Budget is part of the Abbott G o v e r n m e n t ’s Economic Action Strategy to build a strong, prosperous economy for a safe, secure Australia.

“The Government has made the difficult but necessary decisions to put the Budget on a more sustainable footing so that we can all share in prosperity in the future.

“We are all playing a part – because it’s in sharing the load that we lighten the load.

“Labor ran up five record deficits and left $123 billion in future deficits.

“If we took no action, debt would have hit $667 billion.

“Every month, the

road infrastructure by reintroducing twiceyearly indexation of fuel to CPI from 1 August 2014; providing Australian universities with the freedom to innovate through full deregulation; reforming the Age Pension to make it more sustainable – that includes gradually increasing the Age Pension age to 70 by 1 July 2035; freezing politicians’ pay and ending the life-time gold pass; changing family payments to target support to those who need it most; and introducing a threeyear Temporary Budget Repair Levy – payable, from July, by individuals with a taxable income above $180,000 at a rate of 2% - the Levy will ensure those on a higher income contribute to the Budget repair.

Ms McNamara said the Government is honouring its commitment to reduce the overall tax burden – so that families can plan their future and get ahead.

government is paying $1 billion in interest costs on Labor’s debt.

“Governments, like households, must live within their means.

“Because of this Budget, Labor’s deficits have been reduced by $43 billion and debt is forecast to be about $275 billion lower in a decade.

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Issue 80

Legal advice finds Council failed to adequately ensure compliance

April 30, 2014

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Hundreds pay tribute at ANZAC Day services

he Community Environment Network (CEN) has now received legal advice on the dumping of over one million cubic metres of rubbish at Mangrove Mountain over the past 16 years.

happen again, council are restructuring to reduce staff, running a survey on tree removal and supporting the downgrading of environmental protection in the Fair Go campaign.”

The Fair Go for the Central Coast Campaign is calling for the elimination of some environmental regulation.

“However, experience has shown that the real problem is lack of compliance and lack of enforcement,” said Mr Asquith.

“The excessive dumping at Mangrove Mountain Golf Course is a good example.

“Recent calls for a reduction in Green tape

by Gosford and Wyong Councils are hard to take seriously when Wyong Council has eliminated their Environment Section and Gosford has done little to fix Mangrove Mountain dumping.

“If you eliminate the Environment Section, don’t enforce rules and get rid of the highly skilled staff, how will the environment be protected?”

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Senator O’Neill slams Central Coast Liberals involved in ICAC hearings

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The advice confirms that Gosford Council failed to adequately ensure compliance with legislation and approvals.

It also reveals that an Environmental Impact Statement and Development Application is required for any continued dumping.

The original approval was for 240,000 cubic metres over 10 years.

CEN chairman Mr John Asquith said four times that amount of dumping has occurred in spite of many pieces of legislation that should have protected the environment.

This included the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act (1979), the Protection of Environment Operations Act (1997) and the Water Management Act (2000).

“Failure to ensure compliance with this legislation has not been explained by Council,” said Mr Asquith.

“It is clear that Gosford Council has failed in its duty to the residents of Mangrove Mountain.

“Now, instead of providing an explanation and assurances on how council will not let that

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undreds of Central Coast locals paid tribute to Australian servicemen and women, from all wars and conflicts, at ANZAC Day services in the Gosford LGA on Friday, April 25.

Senator for NSW Deborah O’Neill said ANZAC Day is an opportunity for all Australians to pay tribute to the men and women who have served our nation in wars, conflicts and on peacekeeping operations.

“It is also a day for us to recall the terrible cost of war and the precious lives lost by those who defended us and the values we share as Australians who believe in

democracy, in freedom, and in equality.”

Senator O’Neill said ANZAC Day is one of the most important dates in our commemorative calendar.

“We give our eternal gratitude to the sailors, soldiers, airmen and women, past and present, who have given so much for us, in this century and the last.

“This year is the first year

where all our servicemen and women who served in Afghanistan will be back with us.

“As they settle back in to life at home after many honourable tours of duty, we reflect on their sacrifice and remember those lost in that conflict.”

Media release, 24 Apr 2014 Richard Mehrtens, office of Deborah O’Neill

enator for NSW Deborah O’Neill has described evidence provided at the ICAC hearing on April 28 as an unacceptable abuse of the public trust.

“It is only day one and the State Liberals have already lost another senior member of their government.

“After losing a Premier to corruption allegations only two weeks ago, and Chris Hartcher resigning in December last year under the same cloud, it’s about time that the alleged activities of this government were investigated,” Senator O’Neill said.

The hearing into Operation Spicer began on Monday, April 28, in Sydney with assertions already mounting against a number of senior Liberal Party figures.

“These allegations go right to the core of the Liberal Party and speak volumes about what they see as their role in government”, Senator O’Neill said.

Information provided to the hearing contends that senior Liberal Party figures have used private connections to big business and lobbyists to funnel

donations from developers and other entities into a slush fund worth up to $400,000.

Under laws introduced by former Premier O’Farrell, these donations are illegal.

“If these allegations are correct, they are completely unacceptable, they are against the law, and they fall well below what the community deserves from their elected officials.

“This is looking like a root and branch issue of corruption in the Liberal Party, not just a matter of one or two incidents, but an established and organised activity to subvert the Liberal Party’s own donations laws.

“The Central Coast deserves a better deal than having four out of six Liberal Members of Parliament called into ICAC,” Senator O’Neill said.

“Chris Hartcher, Darren Webber, and Chris Spence faced questions concerning whether they corruptly solicited, received, and

“By making the Health system more sustainable and investing in medical research, we are ensuring that Australia remains the best and healthiest place in the world to raise a family and care for loved ones.

“The key goal of the Budget is to strengthen the economy – because when you strengthen the economy, small businesses succeed, families have less pressure on them and jobs are created.”

Media release, 13 May 2014 Luke Nayna, office of Karen McNamara MP

Changed traffic conditions on Sparks Rd hanged traffic conditions were in place on Sparks Rd at Woongarrah from Thursday, May 15, to Saturday, May 17, for work on the $23 million Sparks Rd upgrade funded by the NSW Government.

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The work involved changes to the central island in the roundabout near Virginia Rd with work to be carried out over three consecutive nights to minimise traffic disruptions.

The work took place between 8pm and 5am.

The Sparks Rd project includes widening the road between the traffic lights on Minnesota Rd to a new intersection, which will be built for the proposed Warnervale Town Centre.

The project will provide safe access to

the new Warnervale town centre and will provide capacity to accommodate traffic growth for future years.

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“This record roads Budget will, in part, be funded by the change in fuel excise.

“The change will cost about 40 cents a week, depending how far you travel.

“The increase in fuel excise will be directed towards road funding.”

Ms McNamara said medical research would benefit from the changes to the Medicare Co-payment.

“Prevention is always better than cure – and this will become a $20 billion fund in our future health,” said Ms McNamara.

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“Every year, the Carbon Tax is a $9 billion hit on the economy and it costs an average family $550.

“We will scrap the Carbon Tax. “Fewer than 4% of taxpayers will pay the new Temporary Budget Repair Levy on high income earners making over $180,000.”

Ms McNamara said the Budget’s largest roads Budget in Australian history would help families across Australia spend less time in traffic and will improve Australia’s productivity.

concealed payments from various sources in return for back room support in deals for their mates.

“The Coast deserves to know the truth about what went on at these Liberal Party fundraisers,” said Senator O’Neill.

“Former Liberal Premier Barry O’Farrell brought in some of the nation’s toughest political donations laws to stamp out corruption in NSW, but already he has been taken down by these laws for not declaring having received expensive gifts.

“Now, Central Coast residents have to watch as four of their local Liberal MPs are questioned about their roles in allegedly dodging these new rules and accepting illegal donations.

“Anyone found to have acted corruptly deserves to face the full force of the law,” said Senator O’Neill.

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Issue 82

“Aunty” lovers protest suspected cuts to the ABC V

oters in the Robertson electorate gathered outside the office of local member Ms Lucy Wicks on Wednesday, May 7, to urge her to plead a special case to protect the ABC, joining thousands making simultaneous petition deliveries around the country.

Waving signs and chanting, a group of 35 residents hand delivered a 240,000 strong petition and a bunch of bananas to the office of Ms Wicks on the day that Federal Cabinet met to finalise changes to the upcoming Budget.

Jack Lloyd from Umina, who organised the Robertson petition delivery, said: “I got involved because I want to make sure my local member understands how important the ABC is to our region.”

More than 1,400 residents of Robertson signed the petition with two public meetings held recently with a focus on the effects of budget cuts on ABC operations on the Central Coast and nationally.

Mr Lloyd, however, said that within 24 hours of the petition delivery to over 60 Members of the House of Representatives across Australia, a media leak indicated that Federal Cabinet had decided to axe the ABC overseas service.

“Closure of the ABC overseas service is a direct contravention of the ABC Charter because it stops

Protestors outside the office of Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks

the ABC from broadcasting directly to Australian residents living overseas.

“Furthermore, the impact of budget cuts makes it more likely that we will lose the local radio station, ABC 92.5.

“So much for the promises of our Prime Minister, Tony Abbott and our local representative, Ms Lucy Wicks,” said Mr Lloyd.

“Mr Abbott said prior to the Federal election that there would be ‘no cuts to the ABC’.”

Mr Lloyd said Ms Wicks met for half an hour with leaders of the delivery protest

and said the government had no plans to privatise or alter the charters of the ABC or SBS. She said that she had personally met with ABC representatives to emphasise the importance of retaining the local ABC 92.5 station.

She said she hoped that it could be relocated to another location when its lease in Erina Fair expires in July.

She emphasised that the government had undertaken a review of the ABC because it wanted to be sure that efficient use was being made of taxpayer funds.

However, she did not respond directly to the request that she plead a special case for the ABC with the Minister for Communications, the Hon. Malcolm Turnbull.

Members of Friends of the ABC emphasised that because of the topography and the geography of the Central Coast, only two of five ABC radio services could be accessed by local resident and an upgrade was needed rather than cuts to service.

Over 65 petition deliveries took place in regional towns and cities across every state and territory, including

in the electorates of key budget decision-makers, Communication Minister Turnbull, Treasurer Hockey and Prime Minister Abbott.

GetUp’s national director Sam Mclean said: “This is the fastest growing petition we’ve ever had and it’s on the way to being our biggest, which underlines just how seriously Australians take this threat to their ABC.” “Now, with petition deliveries happening at Federal MPs’ offices right across the country, thousands of Australians are making it clear they love their

ABC and are ready to fight for it.”

In a formal statement to Coast Community News, Ms Wicks said she had met with presenter Scott Levi and producers at ABC Central Coast 92.5 FM regarding the relocation of the station.

“I have been told by the ABC that the relocation of the ABC Central Coast studio is an issue with the lease and they are currently looking at suitable alternative sites but there are certainly no plans not to continue the service,” said Ms Wicks.

“As the local member, I am a strong supporter of local radio here on the Coast, and have written to ABC managing director Mark Scott to express this, and met with ABC State director Peter Longman in January.

“As the mid-year financial outlook revealed, the Budget is in a much worse state than Labor had forecast.

“If left unchanged, the Commonwealth Budget would be heading to combined deficits of $123 billion over the next four years.

“That is why the Coalition is reviewing every public agency to ensure taxpayers are getting full value for money.

“The ABC and SBS are no exception, they have an obligation to their owners, the Australian people, to run their organisations as efficiently and cost effectively as possible,” said Ms Wicks.

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Budget abandons our youth

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wish I didn’t have to write this letter.

I feel emotionally compelled to write from the heart.

I don’t really have time, I manage a small business, with a small office in Wyong.

I have enough to get on with, tax, super, BAS, finance, leases, employee health.

However, I need to write of my broken heart, for and on behalf of many young locals.

Our very own young saplings, the spirit and energy of our region.

Our sons and daughters, the bearers of our cultural heritage.

The living breathing descendants of those who fought, worked and nurtured our common wealth.

So what of the young?

We have lied to them.

We have failed to engage them.

We have ignored and ridiculed them.

Is it any wonder that now we are actively marginalising them.

Guilty of only entering them into the ‘expenditure’ column of Australia’s budget.

I know what a budget is about, it’s about income and outgoings, it’s about effective expenditure and it’s about investment.

Most of all though, a budget is about priorities, about how to build a future.

Our recent national

budget sends a strong signal that we care little about the young.

The current budget is de-funding successful local youth employment programs, closing youth advocacy groups, breaking commitments to education and training.

Simultaneously, we see assistance to invest in trade tools cut, the cost of apprenticeship/tertiary positions increased, educational loan costs increased and punitive unemployment measures introduced.

The latter will throw many of our local young Australians into the private welfare sector or likely into the growing ranks of young people deemed ‘off the grid’, abandoned by civil

society, left to fend for themselves in a cash and favours economy.

In some areas of this region, one in five young people are off the grid.

I fear the nation’s accountants have worked out that it is cheaper and easier to sell employment/ education visas on the world stage than to nurture the sons and daughters of Australia.

And those accountants are right.

It is cheaper and easier to abandon the young, like any derelict parent knows.

We were once a young country, now I’m not so sure.

Decision makers please engage with the young, their hearts are not yet broken.

Email, 21 May 2014 David Abrahams, Killcare

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Many young people have been unemployed for over a year due to the time taken to find a job; now double that of 2008.

There is a call on all levels of government to help create jobs for the unemployed.

I wondered what we the public, even retirees and pensioners, can do to help this situation and save jobs.

I therefore invite readers and their friends to join me in boycotting self-serve checkouts, putting jobs before large corporation profits.

The readers, I or our relatives and friends may not need these jobs, however, most will know of someone looking for a job and the unemployed checkout operators will also be looking for other

jobs, making it even harder for every job seeker.

Whether from a personal need or just to help others, I hope readers will join me and the others who boycott these machines.

Of course we should also be buying Australian made and locally produced goods and services wherever possible, which will save and create jobs.

The more successful a local company is, the more employees they will hire.

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He has a small boat and runs a one man business, and he has done this all his life.

The NSW Government is going to make him, and many like him, ‘exit’ the industry.

He is going to be paid a pittance for his fishing licence for line fishing and trapping, and his shares will be valueless.

As far as I can discern, many theorists have got together, formed a strategy, and are intent on forcefully implementing it.

I do not know who is influencing the theorists.

I do not know who is influencing the government Minister, Katrina Hodgkinson, who is allowing this to go ahead.

With what I hear at ICAC each day, this is a real concern for me.

From what I have heard, the few fisherman who are allowed to attend any meetings, are not allowed or permitted to have any input.

They are, as they said, uneducated, and completely ignored.

People who own aquaculture businesses

seem to have it made.

My son cannot catch a kingfish under 65cms, but they can market Kingfish at any size.

Who are the people involved in these industries?

How much influence do they have?

Aquaculture will gain immeasurably by the exit of hundreds of small wild fishermen from the industry.

If this power strategy is allowed to go ahead, it will cause incredible economic hardship for many families and communities living on

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CCTV at Lake Haven catches vandals

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Wyoming man arrested over 1995 Wyong Court shooting

olice are investigating links between an attempted murder in Wyong and the disappearance of a Central Coast man 18 years yong Council has been instrumental ago, following the arrest of a man on Thursday, May 15, over an in helping the police investigation into damage to earth moving alleged attempted murder equipment at the construction site for the new On Tuesday, November Metro Cinema and the Gravity Youth Centre 21, 1995, a 24-year-old at Lake Haven recently.

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A number of local youths are currently assisting the Police with their enquiries after council provided police with information from CCTV camera footage located at the council owned youth centre.

Council’s mayor Doug Eaton said CCTV cameras were proving vital in the war against graffiti and vandalism in the Shire.

“There has been a problem with graffiti and vandalism in this area for some time and that is why council installed the CCTV cameras there in the first place,” said mayor Cr Eaton.

“Council’s foresight has led the police to the vandals and I hope this will be a deterrent to other young people contemplating a similar path.

“We are determined to continue to fight this war on graffiti and vandalism and we intend to win.

“Thankfully the vandalism has not derailed this important project and construction of the cinema is on track and it should be open by Christmas.”

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woman was walking into Wyong Local Court when she was followed by a man armed with a shotgun, who then allegedly shot her.

The woman suffered serious injuries and was taken to Gosford Hospital.

She was later released.

A 24-year-old man was detained by a nearby prison officer, before being arrested at the scene by police.

He was charged with attempted murder, shoot with intent and firearm offences; however, he was later acquitted.

Following ongoing investigations by detectives attached to Tuggerah Lakes Local Area Command, about 2pm on Thursday, May 15, 2014 a search warrant was executed at a home at Wyoming where a 60-year-old man was arrested.

He was taken to Wyong Police Station where he was charged with attempted murder over the alleged shooting at Wyong Local Court in 1995.

The man was refused bail and appeared in Gosford Local Court on Friday, May16.

Detectives attached to Strike Force Rankmore, who are investigating the disappearance of Central Coast man Ronald Penn in 1995, now believe the two incidents may be related.

Ronald Penn was last seen at a house in Bateau Bay on Thursday, October

Anyone with information about these incidents should call Crime Stoppers on

1800 333 000 or use the Crime Stoppers online reporting page: http://www1.police.nsw.gov.au/ Information provided will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

Ronald Penn

12, 1995.

He was aged 61 at the time, and has not been seen or heard from since.

Detectives conducted a search for Mr Penn on Tuesday, May 13, in the sand-hills in the Tuggerah Lakes area after they received fresh information.

Detectives recently received information suggesting three men may have been in the near vicinity of Mr Penn’s car shortly after it was set alight around 10pm on Friday, October 27, 1995.

Two of the men were described as being of Aboriginal - Torres Strait Islander appearance, while the third man was described as being of Caucasian appearance.

All three were seen leaving the scene of the burning Mazda van in a red Ford Laser hatchback.

Detectives have also been provided with

information suggesting Mr Penn’s body may be buried on a sandhill within the Tuggerah Lakes area.

The Crime Manager of the Tuggerah Lakes Local Area Command, Detective Inspector David Waddell, said Strike Force Rankmore Detectives would continue to make inquiries on this matter in the ensuing days and weeks.

“We are absolutely committed to solving this case and putting those responsible for Mr Penn’s presumed death behind bars,” Detective Inspector Waddell said.

“Mr Penn’s family and friends have suffered for far too long; they need to know what happened to Ron.

“The information and support we have received from members of the community has been invaluable, and we are very grateful for the help they have provided.

“If there is anyone else out there who can assist detectives, please do get in touch.

“We don’t need to know who you are; all we need is the information you have to hand.

“You can contact Crime Stoppers anonymously and your call will be treated in the strictest of confidence.”

Investigations have revealed Mr Penn had his clothes and personal belongings with him when he vanished.

None of his bank accounts have been accessed and his driver’s licence has not been renewed since he went missing.

The investigation by Strike Force Rankmore continues.

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Keep an eye out at work for a mate our Central Coast gambling HELP services are working together to host a special presentation on Tuesday, May 27, at Mingara Recreation Club to educate businesses on problem gambling among work mates.

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The presentation will be conducted as part of the initiatives of Responsible Gambling Awareness Week (RGAW) to be held this year from May 26 to 31.

The presentation aims to inform local businesses about how they can assist with raising awareness about problem gambling, as well as highlight the many local free support services available.

The four organisations, Gambling Solutions Central Coast, Wesley Mission, UnitingCare Mental Health and Unifam Counselling all deliver services under the NSW Government’s Gambling Help counselling program, through face-to-face counselling.

“The workplace is a practical channel for

us to reach people with gambling problems and their family, friends and colleagues who are impacted by gambling,” said Chris Davidson from Gambling Solutions Central Coast.

Harm caused by problem gambling can be far-reaching, causing significant damage to individuals, families and communities.

Some of the effects include financial loss or bankruptcy, relationship breakdowns, or health problems such as depression, anxiety, sleep difficulties, ulcers, high blood pressure or suicidal thoughts.

“For this year’s Responsible Gambling Awareness Week we are encouraging people to keep an eye out at work for a mate.

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“If somebody in your workplace is struggling with gambling, be it your colleague in the cubicle or car seat next to you, in your squad, or on your worksite or unit, take them aside for a cuppa and let them know that help is available and that they don’t have to suffer alone,” said Mr Davidson.

“By helping your colleagues or employees address their problems before they reach crisis point, you can make a real difference in their lives.

“We want people to understand that problem gambling is everyone’s business.

“You can be part of the solution, help make a difference and build a stronger community in our region,” added Mr Davidson.

Other Responsible Gambling Awareness Week activities will also be run throughout the Coast including promotional stalls at various local clubs.

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$20,000 Trade Support Loans for apprentices he Abbott Coalition Government is building a stronger economy by supporting apprentices to successfully complete their qualification, according to Member for Dobell Ms Karen McNamara.

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Ms McNamara said the Government is delivering on its commitment to introduce Trade Support Loans for apprentices to encourage more young people to take up a trade and complete their qualification.

“All too often, young apprentices do not complete their training because they cannot afford the costs associated with undertaking an apprenticeship,” Ms McNamara said.

“These loans will ease the financial burden and help increase apprenticeship completion rates.”

Apprentices in the Dobell electorate will have access to $20,000 over the entire period of their training with more support provided during the initial years when it is needed most.

The Trade Support Loans will provide support of up $8,000 in the first year of the apprenticeship, $6,000 in the second, $4,000 in the third and $2,000 in the fourth.

“Apprentices who successfully complete their training will be rewarded.

‘When an apprentice completes their training, 20% of the loan, or up to $4,000, will be immediately deducted from the total of their loan,” Ms McNamara said.

“Like HELP loans for tertiary students, the loans will be repayable once apprentices are earning a sustainable income.”

The Trade Support Loans will specifically target occupations on the National Skills Needs List such as plumbers, diesel mechanics, electricians and fitters.

“These loans will provide real support for current apprentices to complete their skills training and provide a stronger incentive for young Australians to become apprentices,” Ms McNamara said.

“The Trade Support Loans programme replaces the Tools For Your Trade payment, which under Labor’s

administration had become an unaccountable hand out that did little to help apprentices complete their training, because it was only given in the later years instead of when apprentices needed it most.

“Trade Support Loans will help more apprentices finish their training and get straight out into the workforce, by providing support across the entire period of their apprenticeship and providing an incentive to complete their course.

“We want people who start a training programme to actually finish it – and realise the opportunity of working in their chosen field.

“The new Trade Support Loans are part of the Government’s Economic Action Strategy to build a strong prosperous economy.”

The Trade Support Loans programme will begin on July 1.

Media release, 20 May 2014 Luke Nayne, office of Karen McNamara MP

Possibilities to be explored yong Council has unanimously agreed to delegate authority said: “This looks like to the general manager and mayor to develop and enter into a great program where a Memorandum of Understanding with Community Telco council can work with

W Australia.

The Memorandum of Understand would allow the exploration of collaborative activities that would be mutually beneficial to both organisations and for the community.

Community Telco Australia, a subsidiary of Bendigo Bank, is a community focused organisation delivering and supporting leading telecommunications and information technology solutions within Australia.

Community Telco

Australia return a portion of their profits back into locally-based community services, projects and charity organisations, ensuring that worthy groups get the support they need to help make communities better places to live.

As a subsidiary of the Bendigo Bank, Community Telco was created to capture everyday Telco expenditure that would normally leave local regions.

Broad areas of

collaboration already identified include: community benefit programs; service delivery partnerships; loyalty program initiatives; joint infrastructure initiatives; and joint exploration and trialling of new products.

These areas of collaboration would be facilitated through the establishment of a Joint Executive Team to review, assess and approve the establishment and support of joint initiatives.

Mayor Cr Doug Eaton

a community focused telecommunications and technology provider who is willing to return a portion of their profits back to locally-based community services, projects and charities.”

“It’s early days, but we know this organisation delivered over $300,000 in financial assistance to community groups last year and we’re more than happy to explore the options for Wyong Shire.”

Wyong Council Agenda 3.8, 14 May 2014

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$370,000 for crime prevention resources he Coalition Government has delivered on its commitment to McNamara on the hard address crime and anti-social behaviour, according to Member work undertaken to secure the funding for for Dobell Ms Karen McNamara.

T Small Biz Bus at The Entranc ocal small businesses can take advantage of high quality business assistance with the arrival of the Small Biz Bus at The Entrance on Monday, June 30.

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The bus will visit Waterfront Plaza from 9am to 3pm and give local small business operators the chance to access personalised advice from business experts.

“The Small Biz Bus is a great initiative and I encourage small businesses to make the most of this opportunity,” said NSW Small Business Commissioner Ms Robyn Hobbs OAM. “Speaking to an advisor can help you take that next step whether you’re just starting out, wanting to ensure your business is sustainable or hoping to grow,” she said.

Central Coast Business Enterprise Centre (BEC) manager Ms Debbie Carroll said: “Having the Small Biz Bus on the Central Coast is an excellent opportunity for local businesses to

receive expert advice on starting or growing your business.”

“We encourage all business owners to take advantage of the service at no cost to them.”

Media release, 20 May 2014 Mia Lauze, Office of the NSW Small Business Commissioner

The 2014-15 Federal Budget includes funding under the Coalition Government’s Safer Streets Programme, where proceeds of crime will be directed to fund local crime prevention projects including: $25,000 for closed circuit television cameras at the Wadalba Sporting Grounds; $25,000 for closed circuit television cameras at the Kurraba Hall; $25,000 for closed circuit television cameras at the Watanobbi Community Centre; $125,000 for 20 mobile closed circuit television cameras for Wyong Shire; $40,000

for two graffiti trailers also for Wyong Shire; $16,000 for closed circuit television cameras for Greater Toukley Vision; $64,000 for closed circuit television cameras for the Wyong Business District; $25,000 for closed circuit television cameras for the Kanwal Shopping Centre; and $25,000 for closed circuit television cameras for Blue Haven.

Ms McNamara welcomed the Coalition Government’s $370,000 investment to improve security in the local community. “ T o d a y ’ s announcement honours our pre-election

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“Prior to the election we consulted extensively with Wyong Shire Council and the local Town Centre Managements to determine high volume crime locations where CCTV equipment would serve as a strong deterrent to those offenders.

“I am proud to be fulfilling our election commitment and deliver this $370,000 which will make a real difference here in Dobell.”

Minister for Justice Michael Keenan congratulated Ms

local communities.

“Our Government committed to help local communities deliver effective local solutions to crime hot-spots and anti-social behaviour through the $50 million Safer Streets programme and we are delivering on that commitment in this Budget.

“All Australians have the right to feel safe and secure in their community and the Safer Streets Programme will help achieve that,” Mr Keenan said.

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Community responds well to health program

Carers Guide book launched he Carers Guide to Ease Pain and Suffering, a book written as a resource manual for carers, was officially launched at the Northern Lakes Evangelical Church in Gorokan on Sunday, March 30.

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The Carers Guide to Ease Pain and Suffering,

by Ross Doyle, covers all aspects of caring with empathy, compassion and respect.

“The reader will find the book extremely comprehensive and easy to understand,” said Mr Doyle.

“It will assist them to better care for those they are looking after.

“The book also provides important information on how the carer is to take care of themselves whilst under such a role,” he said.

Mr Doyle’s exposure to caring commenced with 15 months of training in a major hospital.

He was then appointed in an honorary capacity as a Ward Chaplain for 11 years in a public hospital where there were 200 beds.

Ross has had over 20 years exposure to many facets of caring, not only in the hospital and home scene, but also attending at nursing and convalescent homes, palliative care and other situations.

Shortly after he

finished at the hospital, Ross cared for his wife in her three year battle with terminal cancer.

Part of this experience, and also with other cancer patients, is included in the book.

All profits from the book sale are distributed to charity; 90% to community projects, and 10% to an orphanage in India.

All other expenses are privately covered.

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Charity Day raises over $3,000 Karen Hodge presenting at the health program

amp Breakaway was the recipient of a $3,150 donation raised in one day by the Canton Beach Bowlers social bowling group during their annual Camp Breakaway Mixed Fours Charity Day held at Canton Beach Sports Club on Thursday, May 15.

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The success in Camp Breakaway shots with the team of he first in a series of seminars on how to improve your health naturally was held at Blue Haven Community Centre on Sunday, began in 1982 when the Ken O’Neill (skip), raising $3,150 for Camp Rotary Club of Wyong Margaret Bruce (third), Breakaway would not May 18. steps to recovery.

Participants then enjoyed a healthy afternoon tea, with some new recipes to taste.

Afterwards she continued to speak on the topic of “air” and the role of correct breathing and posture, along with the importance of leaving your windows open to allow fresh air to circulate through your house.

The course explores the eight vital principles

of health that help bring recovery from illness and aid in prevention of disease.

The next seminar, to be held on Sunday, May 25, at 1:30pm, will cover two more health principles as Ms Hodge continues to share her walk from illness to wellness.

The seminar is free.

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held a respite camp for adults with physical disabilities.

After five years in a temporary location, a permanent facility became a reality in 1989 on 25 acres at San Remo.

Today Breakaway is a registered charity holding respite camps for children and adults with disabilities and their families.

The winner was decided on wins and

Betty Roffey (second) and Gloria Barnett (lead) emerging victorious and securing the first prize of $500.

This annual event attracts teams from all around the Central Coast including one from Gorokan Pharmacy skipped by Jim Jackson with three “rookies”, Rhonda Dillon (third), Lynn Pearce (second) and pharmacy owner Eric Ngo as lead.

have been possible without the generosity of many businesses and others who donated goods as prizes for the giant raffle with the winners taking a pick of the table.

The major prize of a $1,000 gift voucher from John Cootes Furniture, Tuggerah was selected by club supporter and member Frank Butler.

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Sixty people attended the first session where Ms Hodge shared her own journey from crippling Multiple Sclerosis to vibrant health.

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Budget health attack is bad news for the Coast

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amilies in Shortland and across the Central Coast will be hard hit by the Government’s new attack on Australia’s health system, according to Member for Shortland Ms Jill Hall.

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The Federal Budget, if passed as is through both houses of Parliament, confirmed families across the Central Coast will be hit by a GP Tax, a Hospital Tax, cuts to hospital services and more expensive medicines.

“These are cruel broken promises that will hurt local families,” said Ms Hall.

Before the last election Mr Abbott said: “We will be a no surprises, no excuses government”.

He also said: “We are about reducing taxes, not increasing taxes.

“We are about getting rid of taxes, not imposing new taxes.”

Ms Hall said Mr Abbott broke his promise of no surprises and no new taxes when he confirmed a new $7 GP Tax. “This will cost families in Shortland about $5.84 million a year in outof-pocket expenses for doctor visits.

“In Dobell the GP tax will cost families an extra $6.15 million a year, and in Robertson it will cost an extra $6.28 million a year.

“This amounts to an extra $15 million hit to families across the

Central Coast.

“Despite health experts advising against it, the Abbott Government is pushing ahead with a GP Tax that will also put more pressure on local hospital services.

“It will be interesting to see if the Federal Liberal MPs on the Central Coast support these extra costs for their local families.

“The cost of prescription medicines will also increase under the new Federal Budget.

“For Shortland and Central Coast families this means the cost of medicines will increase to $42.70, while concessional patients such as pensioners will now be paying $6.90.

“Already some people are visiting their pharmacy and deciding which of their prescriptions they can do without.

“This is not a good outcome, as these medicines help to keep people well and keep them out of hospital.

“Mr Abbott and Mr Hockey might be able to afford the extra health costs, but many people in my electorate cannot.

“We already pay

taxes for our universal healthcare system and we should not expect families to pay an extra tax when they are sick, particularly for children and seniors.

“Establishing a new medical research fund may be worthwhile and Federal Labor also invested significantly in medical research when it was in government.

“But this should not be done at the expense of people who are sick and can’t afford a GP visit.

“Local hospital services will also be hit by the new budget.

“The Central Coast Health District will lose a massive $60.35 million from the Federal Budget over the next five years.

“This is deplorable.

“It will impact on emergency department waiting times, elective surgery waiting times and other valuable services.

“Labor will fight any attempt by this government to dismantle universal healthcare in Australia,” said Ms Hall.

he Biggest Morning Tea, held in conjunction with Toukley Senior Citizens Club, on Thursday, May 8, raised over $700 for the Cancer Council.

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For a $4 donation, attendees enjoyed a Devonshire Tea. There was also a large raffle with prizes including three large hampers.

“Every donation made at this year’s Biggest Morning Tea will help fund research into the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancer,” said organiser and local funeral director Mr John

Arnold.

“The Cancer Council is hoping that this year’s fundraising totals $13 million overall, so every cup counts.

“As funeral directors we work closely with families and we see the importance of family rituals and customs first hand.

“We also see the devastating impact that cancer has on families, so

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Rail underpass project open for comment The $25 million Rawson Rd Level Crossing Replacement project is currently being advertised with submissions open until May 2.

The development application was submitted by Gosford Council with funding from the State Government.

The project aims to address safety concerns by closing and removing the existing level crossing at Rawson Rd. The project, which extends from Railway St at the Shoalhaven Dr Underpass to the base of Bulls Hill, includes improved pedestrian and cycleway connectivity under the railway tracks at Shoalhaven Dr, the upgrade and extension of Nagari Rd from Shoalhaven Dr to a new roundabout south of the railway tracks, a new vehicle underpass at the bottom of Bulls Hill under the railway tracks and a new bridge over Woy Woy Creek at the bottom of Bulls Hill.

According to the council’s project coordinator Mr David Medcalf, the project would benefit road and rail users with improved safety and efficiency.

“The design is being developed to minimise environmental and local heritage impacts and will incorporate input from the community and other stakeholders.”

A number of submissions were received in response to the advertisement of the development application.

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we were keen to explore this idea of tea making in support of the great work of the Cancer Council,” said Mr Arnold.

“Thank you to all those who came and supported the Biggest Morning Tea at the Toukley Senior Citizens Club,” said Mr Arnold.

Former Gosford councillor Lynne Bockholt pledged her support for the proposal.

“An underpass as contained in the development application is the best option to eliminate the unsatisfactory level crossing and the underpass in one fell swoop,” states Ms Bockholt’s submission.

However, others claimed it would result in further siltation to Correa Bay, and that the new underpass and closure of the crossing would cut people off from the quickest access to Woy Woy town centre, including emergency services.

One resident of Woy Woy, who withheld identifying details, stated that they were strongly concerned about the loss of amenity and vehicular access to Woy Woy station, shops and other facilities that would occur as a result of the proposed fencing of the rail corridor at Rawson Rd. The South Woy Woy Progress Association stated in its submission, that it “fully supports” the proposal and “has done so for many years”.

Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council lodged a formal objection to the application stating it was concerned because there are a number of recorded Aboriginal sites located within the vicinity of the properties and the area is considered to be very rich in Aboriginal Cultural Heritage.

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The Ettalong Beach War Memorial Club has decided to change its trading name to Ettalong Diggers.

After nearly 10 years trading as Ettalong Beach Club, the club will change its trading name “to be more in line with the objects

of the club and become better recognised within the Peninsula community”, according to club secretary Ms Joy Allan.

The trading name Ettalong Beach Club “arose as an abbreviation of the club’s company name (Ettalong Beach War Memorial Club Ltd) as well

Traffic lights considered for Wellington St intersection

Police have closed what they claim was a Rebels “outlaw motorcycle gang clubhouse” in Woy Woy as part of investigations into unlawful sale of alcohol.

Officers attached to Strike Force Raptor conducted a search warrant at the “clubhouse” in Mutu St at 9:30pm on Friday, April 11.

They were assisted by police from Brisbane Water Local Area Command, the Police Rescue Squad and the Dog Unit.

During the search, police allegedly located an amount of cash as well as documents, ledgers and “outlaw motorcycle gang paraphernalia”.

They also seized bottles of alcohol, the bar, including fridges, tables, chairs, and a pool table.

Four men, who police allege are members of the Rebels outlaw

Bullion St, made it impossible to cross Wellington St safely.

The petitioners said Alfred St and Wellington St formed a cross street with the lane which was an extremely busy pedestrian access which serviced as far as Neptune St. The petition was supported

by documentation showing the number of residents seeking safe access across Wellington St and the number of vehicle movements.

Once the investigation is complete further advice will be provided to petitioners.

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Police claim closure of outlaw motorcycle gang clubhouse

The plan will be based on traffic counts and an analysis of the intersection of Wellington St and Ocean Beach Rd as well as the intersection of Wellington St and Trafalgar Ave. It will examine whether the Wellington St and Ocean Beach Rd intersection should be upgraded to signals.

The decision was made after council received a petition with 445 signatures from residents who said they regularly crossed Wellington St. Petitioners stated that turning traffic from Trafalgar Ave and

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motorcycle gang and one man who was a nominee of the club, were spoken to at the scene before police closed the premises.

Three of the men were issued traffic infringement notices and had their vehicles defected as they left the scene.

Police from Brisbane Water Local Area Command are continuing investigations with action expected to be taken for alleged breaches of the Environmental Planning and Protection Act. Strike Force Raptor was established by State Crime Command’s Gangs Squad in 2009.

NSW Police describes the strike force as “a proactive and high-impact operation targeting outlaw motorcycle gangs and any associated criminal enterprises”.

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Fibre-to-the-node trials reach speeds of 105Mbps Download speeds of 105 megabits per second and upload speeds of 45 Mbps have been demonstrated in trials of fibre-to-the-node technology by the NBN Co at Umina, according to Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks.

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as the club’s location,” she said.

Ms Allan said there was a “need for the trading name to be easily identifiable with the club”.

“Being a War Memorial Club means that the club is one that remembers the men and women who have served in Australia’s combined services, some of

whom paid the ultimate price with their life.”

She said the Board of Directors had decided to change the trading name to Ettalong Diggers “as it identifies the club, its purpose and is a growing tribute to the service men and women of the nation”.

She said the company name would always remain Ettalong Beach War Memorial Club Ltd. Media release, 10 Apr 2014 Joy Allan, Ettalong Beach Club

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“These results are an important milestone in the rollout of the National Broadband Network.

“NBN Co said that this trial has demonstrated that existing technologies such as the copper network have a vital role to play in

delivering high speed broadband to Australians.”

She said: “It will be faster, cheaper and more reliable for taxpayers.”

“Umina is one of the first two locations in Australia to be involved in testing how we can overcome some of the technology limitations.”

Meanwhile, 2800 residents in Koolewong, Tascott and Point Clare will get fibre to their home.

Ms Wicks said construction had begun as part of “the Coalition Government’s efforts to speed up the NBN rollout … for

residents and businesses on the Central Coast”.

The slower fibre-to-the-node technology trial was conducted recently by NBN Co engineers in Umina.

Engineers installed a VDSL modem in a shopfront and connected the copper telephone line to a node cabinet in the street 100m away, according to Ms Wicks.

The node cabinet, which has been erected alongside a Telstra pillar, converts electrical currents transmitted over traditional copper wires into pulses of light

Chamber seeks rollout date The Peninsula Chamber of Commerce is increasing pressure on the Federal Government to have high speed broadband available in the commercial areas of the Peninsula.

“The business community on the Peninsula is still waiting for confirmation as to when our retail centres will be connected to high speed broadband,” said Peninsula Chamber of Commerce president Mr Matthew Wales.

“Whilst it’s good new to see the NBN rollout happening in

residential zones, it is business and commerce that desperately need better internet access, higher download capability and better speeds.

“Commercial centres like Woy Woy are prime targets for high speed broadband access with a number of technology companies located in the town centre.

“If we are to encourage more of these high value companies and businesses to the Peninsula, then we need NBN sooner rather than later.

“The Chamber is eagerly awaiting the result of the trial NBN rollout in Umina Beach

with the expectation that the technology trial will result in a quicker rollout on the Peninsula,” said Mr Wales.

Mr Wales welcomed the announcement by Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks that the NBN network would be rolled out to 2800 residents in Point Clare, Koolewong and Tascott over the coming months.

“This is good news and demonstrates that the Federal Government is getting on with the job”, he said.

Media release, 15 Apr 2014 Matthew Wales, Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

that can travel over optical fibres.

Once active, the next step will see NBN Co invite retail service providers to participate in a limited fibre-to-the-node end-user trial in these locations.

This limited term trial will test the delivery and end user experience of high speed broadband via fibre-to-the-node to a small number of premises at each location.

The results of the technology trial bolster the findings of the NBN Co Strategic Review, which found that the NBN could be rolled out faster and at a much

lower cost by using a mix of technologies.

“The Government’s changes to the NBN rollout will save $32 billion, will see upgrades delivered four years sooner than under Labor and avoid internet retail bills increasing by up to $43 a month,” said Ms Wicks.

Suburbs and towns with the worst broadband service will get priority under NBN Co’s rollout strategy.

Media release, 29 Apr 2014 Tim Sowden, Office of Lucy Wicks MP

Call for full results The NBN Co should publish the full results of its Umina trial, according to local broadband campaigner Mr David Abrahams.

“I welcome the trial as it adds to the research and development in the field and may lead to future opportunities for certain areas,” he said.

“All this ‘faster, cheaper’ nonsense talk is not helping anyone.

“What helps is up-front information.”

Mr Abrahams welcomed the announcement that Tascott and Koolewong would receive “fibre-tothe-premises”.

However, he said that if “fibre-

to-the-node” was rolled out across the Peninsula, “the Peninsula will be compromised in comparison to Gosford and surrounds”.

“The cold fact remains that fibre-to-the-node is a compromise technology that represents a significant downgrade of the regional investment that was previously planned and published.

“Superfast, reliable broadband is increasingly becoming the infrastructure of the 21 century.

“Many people worked for years to secure the Central Coast’s NBN investment.

Media statement, 1 May 2014 David Abrahams, Killcare

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NBN Co admits trial has not started The NBN Co has admitted the fibre-to-the-node trial on the Peninsula has not actually started, according to Senator Deborah O’Neill.

NBN Co representatives had conceded to a Senate Estimates Committee on May 5 that “the Umina trial was running behind schedule, having not even commenced”, she said.

Senator O’Neill said that all that had happened so far was that the Government had got NBN Co to attach a connection to an abandoned business premises, 100m from the node, and had called that the start of the trial.

The NBN Co representatives at the Estimates Committee had also refused to guarantee to release the findings of the trial, she said.

Senator O’Neill said a starting date for the trial had not been set and did not look imminent because “NBN Co have still not reached an agreement with Telstra on access to the copper network”.

The NBN rollout to the Peninsula had been cancelled, but only part of the Peninsula had been earmarked for the trial.

“Parts of the Peninsula have been cherry-picked for a trial, with no guarantee that it will cover the rest,” she said.

“The Liberal Government cancelled the fibre-to-the-home rollout for the Peninsula, which would have been completed by the end of next year if they had maintained Labor’s rollout

schedule.

“Now, parts of the Peninsula have been cherry-picked for a trial, with no guarantee that it will cover the rest of the premises, whereas every home would have

received a connection under Labor.”

“In Opposition, Malcolm Turnbull said the renegotiation of the Definitive Agreements with Telstra would be quick.

“It is now eight months this week since the Abbott Government was elected and still no progress.

“We still don’t know how much the old copper network would cost to fix, how much it would cost to maintain, or how long it will last.

“Malcolm Turnbull gilded the lily when he told the Australian public earlier this year that negotiations were moving quickly.

“Now that we know they are progressing so slowly that trials cannot even begin on the Coalition’s second rate copper based network.

“It’s time the Coalition abandoned its hotch-potch, obsolete copper debacle and return to Labor’s fibre-to-thepremises NBN rollout for all of the Central Coast.

“It is an obscene spectacle for taxpayers to watch the Coalition pay tens of billions of dollars for a century-old copper network, then billions more to maintain it, when comparable investment in fibreto-the-premises network is a far more cost-effective investment delivering considerably better services.

Media release, 9 May 2014 Richard Mehrtens, Office of Deborah O’Neill

Peninsula ‘left behind’ with NBN Local residents believe that the Peninsula is being “left behind again” with the cancellation of the rollout of the National Broadband Network on the Peninsula, according to Senator Deborah O’Neill.

Senator O’Neill said she had spent time doorknocking on the Peninsula, asking locals about the NBN rollout.

“Speaking to residents here on the Peninsula, all I hear is them asking why does the Peninsula get left behind again?”

She said the Abbott Government has cancelled NBN rollout plans for the Peninsula to be replaced

with a trial rollout of fibre-to-thenode technology in Umina.

“While people I’m talking to are saying they need better broadband in Umina, they don’t want the area to become a dumping ground for poorly thought-out policy.

“They are afraid that once again the Peninsula will get a raw deal.

“The Liberal Member for Robertson is in the media helping Erina Chamber of Commerce to get a full rollout to Erina, but letting the Peninsula fall behind again.

“To me, that isn’t fair,” Senator O’Neill said.

Media release, 1 May 2014 Richard Mehrtens, Office of Deborah O’Neill Senator for NSW Deborah O’Neill speaks to residents on the Peninsula about the NBN

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Education

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Public schools in Dobell will lose a total of $33.39 million he Federal Budget will entrench disadvantage in all schools in Dobell by failing to honour the last two years of the Gonski schools funding reforms and delivering a real cut to schools funding by reducing indexation, according to Australian Education Union federal president Mr Angelo Gavrielatos.

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The 31 public schools in Dobell will lose a total of $33.39 million through the scrapping of the Gonski reforms alone.

The State of NSW will lose a total of $1.2 billion in schools funding.

Mr Gavrielatos said the budget’s failure to honour

the full six-year Gonski agreements would end valuable programs and deny students the chance to reach their potential.

“Tony Abbott has abandoned the last two years of the six-year agreement that was signed with the NSW

Government to introduce Gonski’s needs-based schools funding,” Mr Gavrielatos said.

“That means students in Dobell will lose out.

“This is a massive cut because two-thirds of the extra funding for NSW schools was being

delivered in the last two-years of the Gonski agreements.

“If Gonski is abandoned, up to onein-five schools will not meet minimum resource standards, hurting the education of their students.

“We know that local schools are already using the Gonski funding to run vital programs in literacy and numeracy and student support and this will be a

Specialised beauty industry based youth program

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entral Coast Community College has teamed up with Wyong enhances the educational of our High School to run a specialised beauty industry based youth aspirations students. program at the College’s Wyong Campus.

The government funded program aims to re-engage high school students who are at risk of leaving school early, in a learning experience that has a practical approach.

Students involved in the Program are studying skills sets from the SIB20210 Certificate II in Nail Technology.

Central Coast Community College vocational education and training manager Ms Jo Woodroffe said that the

Program has seen some very positive results.

“Students undertaking this Program are learning valuable skills that can lead to further work in the Beauty Industry.

“They are showing initiative and are taking part in student clinic days,” said Mrs Woodroffe.

Wyong High School trade school coordinator Mr Gary Hearn said that the partnership had been successful on a number

of levels.

“This is a brilliant partnership between Central Coast Community College and Wyong High School.

“Our students are achieving independence via the challenges of varying responsibilities, and are gaining selfesteem and confidence through the Program.

“The co-community involvement of the College and our High School is important as it

bitter blow for them.

“We will be fighting these cuts all the way and telling Premier Baird that he must make Tony Abbott accountable for breaking his promise.

“Gonski’s needsbased funding is a chance to lift overall student performance and close achievement gaps between advantaged and disadvantaged students which are some of the highest in the developed

Media release, 16 May 2014 Angelo Gavrielatos, Australian Education Union

Mother’s Day stall raises funds for Uganda

yong Christian Community School’s Mother’s Day stall raised $400.45 “We are very grateful which will be donated to New Hope for the opportunity to International. be involved in such a productive partnership,” Mr Hearn said.

The Wyong High students will be holding student clinics for acrylic nail treatments on Wednesdays from 9:30am to 2pm.

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The funds will be used to assist in the building of a four classroom block and office for a vocational high school in Uganda.

Former teacher at Wyong Christian Community School Mr David Langford, and his wife Barbara, have been involved with the work and said they were very excited about the potential impact it would have on the community there.

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Mr Langford said the interesting thing with this project was that the high school students currently enrolled in the building course would be learning on the job, building their own school.

The estimated total cost of the project is just over $3,000.

Newsletter, 14 May 2014 Ian Liney, Wyong Christian Community School

Education

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Free tutororial help for all students

Free Grandparents’ Morning at Blue Haven

ocal students of all ages now have access to homework help at their fingertips thanks to Wyong Shire Council’s ‘yourtutor’ service.

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Yourtutor is a free online service where students can connect with instant professional help as often as they like in order to understand homework questions and assignments.

Council’s library services coordinator Ms Andrea Edwards said today’s busy parents often struggle to help with their child’s homework and this is the perfect solution.

“With yourtutor, help is just a click away,” said Ms Edwards.

“The moment your child has a question about English, essay writing, maths, science, and more – there is a real-life, expert local tutor online to help them.

“And what’s more it is free if you are a library member,” said Ms Edwards.

Students connect from the library or from home, using just their library card, to a sign in between 4pm and 8pm on weekdays and connect to a qualified tutor.

The tutors are a mix of certified teachers, professional tutors and Australian university graduates who can review specific homework and assignment questions using interactive whiteboards and online

chat tools.

What makes yourtutor different to other online learning tools is that the tutors do not tell students the answers they just provide guidance and advice and tips on how to solve similar homework problems in the future.

“I think parents will find this service invaluable, especially those who may feel a bit out of their depth trying to help their children with homework questions,” said Ms Andrea.

Lake Haven Library will host a free information session on Thursday, June 5, for parents and grandparents to show them how yourtutor works and to also showcase the wide range of other library resources available to help with homework tasks.

“We know a lot of grandparents look after their grandchildren while the parents work and are being asked to help with homework tasks too,” said Ms Andrea.

“This session would be great for them as it will make that task a whole lot easier and a whole lot more enjoyable.”

Media release, 15 May 2014 Wyong Council Media

free Grandparents’ Morning has begun at Blue Haven Schools as Community Centre and will run each Wednesday.

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The program is aimed at providing increased support to grandparents who are the primary daycare provider for their grandchildren.

The program was developed by Hunter TAFE Children’s Services at Ourimbah following a recent Senate inquiry that focused on the challenges grandparents face.

The Grandparents’ Morning also involves local organisations including Blue Haven Schools Community Centre that provides the facilities as well as LEAP (Local Employment Access Project) that hosts a coffee morning in conjunction with the Schools as Community Centre.

Hunter TAFE teacher Ms Jeniene Green

said the program was an opportunity for grandparents to make connections in a relaxed atmosphere.

“We identified a gap and we are hoping to assist grandparents with ideas of how to engage with the children in their

care and give them an opportunity to network with other grandparents in a similar situation,” Ms Green said.

Hunter TAFE Children’s Services teacher Ms Deb Peters is encouraging grandparents to come along.

“Come along, grab a cuppa and have a chat to other grandparents while the children interact in a range of experiences including block play, painting, playdough, home corner and outdoor activities.”

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Award for Halekulani Bowling Club

Top Cat status to be decided at cat show ancy felines from around NSW will have the opportunity to earn Top Cat status at the 2014 annual Central Coast Cat Club show to be held on Sunday, June 1, at the YMCA Lake Haven Recreation Centre.

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Emergency Services Winners Joint Group

alekulani Bowling Club has been named a joint winner of the ClubsNSW Clubs and Community Emergency Services Award along with seven other clubs.

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The eight clubs won for their efforts during times of bushfire emergencies and were presented the award on Friday, May 9, at the Royal Hall of Industries, Entertainment Quarter.

ClubsNSW CEO Anthony Ball said the award showed that clubs are not just there for the community in good times; they are there when the community needs them most.

“During the 2013 October bushfires, we saw clubs cease trading and transform their venues into shelters for both evacuees and emergency service personnel,” he said.

“They volunteered their time to make care packages for the firies and became a home for people who lost everything and had nowhere else to go.

“Clubs that weren’t in the bushfire zones also

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got stuck in and organised appeals, matched donations dollar for dollar, organised clothing drives and collected personal items to donate to people who had lost their homes.

“In a time of crisis, communities come together and just do what needs to be done and clubs are no exception, they will always go above and beyond.

“That is why we have chosen to honour these eight winners and why we believe this award is so important.”

Halekulani Bowling Club helped support their local community radio station by raising enough funds to fix the transmitter that was destroyed as a result of the October bushfires.

The club managed to raise $9,370 which was enough to get the equipment needed to get back on the air.

The other seven clubs who won the award were Springwood Sports Club, Mittagong RSL, Penrith Panthers, Penrith RSL Club, the Milton Ulladulla Ex Servos Club, Dubbo RSL Memorial Club and Club Rivers.

More than 150 pedigreed cats are expected to compete in this year’s show.

Many breeds and household pets are on the list of competitors including Russians, Somalis, Orientals, as well as some of the more well-known pedigreed cats, from Siamese to Persian.

The Central Coast Cat Show will be open to the public and will provide an entertaining day for spectators.

In addition to the judging activities, which will take place throughout the show, spectators will have the opportunity to see cats up close while they’re waiting to compete.

Breeders are happy to answer any questions about their cats and many of them will offer kittens for sale.

Cats will compete for the overall Supreme Cat in Show.

Officials from the club will be wearing identifying badges and will be available to talk to spectators and direct them to areas of interest during the judging.

Central Coast Cat Club is an affiliate of NSW Cat Fanciers Association which is the largest registering body in the Southern Hemisphere with affiliate clubs holding more than 35 shows annually in NSW. Media release, 21 May 2014 Robyn Hackworthy, Central Coast Cat Club

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Ross Perrin’s off on another Bash

Open Day his year, Darkinjung L o c a l Aboriginal Land Council celebrates 30 years since its establishment and, to mark the milestone, will host an Open Day on Friday, May 30, at its ofďŹ ce in Watanobbi.

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The Open Day will be an opportunity for all members of the local Wyong and Gosford communities to connect with Darkinjung and share in the local Aboriginal culture and history.

The Open Day will feature a barbecue and stories about the Indigenous heritage of the area.

D a r k i n j u n g chairperson Mr Joshua Toomey said: “This is a great opportunity for people in our area to visit Darkinjung, to see how we assist our community and enjoy a barbeque with other local people.� “We invite everyone to come down and take the opportunity to learn about the contribution Darkinjung makes to the

Central Coast. “You can have a chat to our staff and learn about our unique culture and heritage and ďŹ nd out how you can be involved,â€? said Mr Toomey.

Since its creation in 1984, Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council has constantly focused on improving the lives of its members.

D a r k i n j u n g consistently dedicates time and effort into delivering social housing services, providing Funeral Fund support to members and forging new initiatives in NSW Aboriginal Land Council management.

In addition, Darkinjung has also assisted in identifying over 7,000 registered Aboriginal sites.

The Open Day will give everyone on the Central Coast the chance to share in the success of Darkinjung and to ďŹ nd out about the local Aboriginal community and its contribution to the region.

Media release, 15 May 2014 Louise Duff, Brilliant Logic

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helly Beach resident Ross Perrin is leading the 23rd annual fun and rewarding; I’m Variety NSW AHA Bash, held from May 18 to 24, to raise money completely hooked.�

This year is Perrin’s for Variety - the Children’s Charity.

Glenning Valley’s Doug Baskerville and Shelly Beach’s Malcolm Sheldon are currently joining Perrin in his 1968 Ford Fairlane Sedan, with the trio easily recognisable in the Hog’s Breath decorated vehicle.

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It is not a race or rally but rather a drive through regional NSW where everyone is “driving the miles for the smiles�.

The money raised for the adventure will fund the purchase of special needs equipment for the many children in the Newcastle and Hunter region who may be sick, disadvantaged or have special needs.

The bash is a seven day, 2,472km motoring charity adventure, departing from Newcastle’s foreshore and travelling to Huskisson, Vincentia, Moruya, Merimbula, Numeralla, Goulburn, Wollondilly, Murrumburrah, Wagga Wagga, Bribbaree, Parkes and Katoomba before returning to Newcastle for the Bash Black Tie Gala Presentation Night.

The travelling carnival makes regular pit stops at schools to delight children and locals and donate equipment on wish lists.

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Certificates of Appreciation for volunteers

UnitingCare Ageing Central Coast Community Care has a new home

ederal Member for Shortland Ms Jill Hall met with dedicated volunteers to celebrate their work and also launch a new online service on Friday, May 9.

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Ms Hall spent time with volunteers at the San Remo Neighbourhood Centre in the lead up to National Volunteers Week.

She also presented them with Certificates of Appreciation for their tireless work.

“The volunteers here work in a range of roles including educational support for young people, financial counselling, emergency food services, administration work and other activities,” said Ms Hall.

“They do a fabulous job for the local area and deserve wide recognition for their time and dedication.

“Volunteers across the region are the backbone of our community and the Shortland electorate does have a generous number of people who are willing

fter months of planning, UnitingCare Ageing Central Coast Community Care has a new home within specially fitted premises at the Zenith Business Centre in Tuggerah.

A to volunteer their time and lend a helping hand.

“I applaud all our local volunteers and thank them for the great work they do in so many different fields.”

Ms Hall also took the opportunity to launch a new online service for volunteers in readiness for National Volunteers Week.

“I have linked up with the Do Something charity to help promote volunteering in our community and celebrate National Volunteers Week.

“The new online service is called ‘Do

Something Near You’ and is designed to help local volunteers find local organisations who will benefit from their support.

“This is an exciting website which is focused on local areas.

“People can tap in a postcode, choose a field of interest, and view a range of local groups where they can volunteer their time.

“The site covers all areas of the Central Coast.

“The website makes it easier for people to volunteer locally.

“This could be for a

Lions Club, SES, Meals on Wheels, op shop, environment group or other organisation.

“Other groups which are not on the new website can also apply to get listed through the Do Something charity.

“I encourage everyone to tap into the website and find somewhere to volunteer their time.”

The new website can be found at http://www. dosomethingnearyou. com.au/jill-hall Media release, 9 May 2014 Lisa McDermott, office of Jill Hall MP

The official opening of the new office will take place on Thursday, May 29, on location in the Zenith Business Centre.

The new office has a contemporary, open-plan design with plenty of natural light.

It will serve as the central location for the management and delivery of UnitingCare Ageing’s Community Care services on the Central Coast, which includes home care packages and Healthy Living for Seniors programs.

“The move to the new location will enable us to build on our Community Care services and continue to provide quality support to older people within the local area, from a more central location,”

said UnitingCare Ageing Community Care director Ms Pauline Armour.

The new office will be officially opened by Ms Armour and UnitingCare Ageing Community operations manager north Ms Linda Martin with local health care providers and other special guests also to attend.

“We are pleased to officially open the new UnitingCare Ageing Central Coast Community Care office and look forward to continuing to provide quality Community Care services to seniors and carers within the Central Coast community,” said Ms Armour.

Media release, 20 May 2014 Mark Filmer, UnitingCare NSW.ACT

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Newsagency K-Cee’s Cafe Library Green Bean Cafe Primary School Nachel’s Takeaway Noraville General Store & Takeaway Noraville Pharmacy Retirement Village RSL St Mary’s Public School Senior Citizens Community Hall Toukley Family Practice Salvos Tobacconist Tuggerah Anytime Fitness Cafe Pennoz Caltex Service Station Caravan Park Club Tuggerah High School Hungry Jacks Loot Homewares Library McDonalds Medical Centre Metro Service Station PRP Pacific Diagnostic Imaging Romi’s Cafe RSPCA Coffee Shop St Peter’s Catholic High School The Edge Newspower Supanews Terry White Chemist Senior Citizens Centre Tuggerawong Cadonia Road Metro Caravan Park\ Don Small/ Tuggerawong

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Retirement Village Service Station Tumbi Umbi BP Service Station Chemist Outlet Pharmacy Clare Mace Metro Service Station Clare Mace Takeaway Glengara Retirement Village KBT Neighbourhood Hub KFC McDonalds Mingara Recreation Club St John Fischer Catholic School Tumbi Campus of Tuggerah Lakes College Wadalba Bottlemart Casualty Wyong Hospital Dam Hotel Palm Springs Village Wyong Hospital Warnervale See Hamlyn Terrace Watanobbi BP Service Station Community Centre Pet & Produce Wyong Golf Club Woongarrah Hockey Fields Warnervale Gardens Wyee Nursery Mini Market

Wyongah Newsagents General Store Wyong Alberts Cafe Blooms Chemist Bowling Club Carmichaels’ Corner Store Harrisons Health and Beauty Pharmacy High School Hooked on Flowers IGA (Cutler Centre) Legends Bakery Meander Village Pride Mowers Public School RSL Club St Cecilia’s Catholic School St James Anglican Church TAFE Library & Canteen Tennis Club Race Course Wyong District Museum Wyong Family History Group Cottage Wyong North Cellars Wyong Village Centre Wyong Council Jolly Pelican Pizza in the Pan Courthouse

Out & About

Wyong y g Regional g Chronicle - Mayy 23, 2014 - P19 9

The Wyong Diary For events in post code areas 2258, 2259, 2261, 2262 and 2263 Friday May 23

Saturday May 31

Summerland Kings, Wyong RSL, 7:30pm

Sea Legs hometown show, The Entrance Leagues Club, 8pm

Saturday May 24 Summerland Kings, Canton Beach Sports, Toukley, 7:30pm Dead Letter Circus, The Entrance Leagues Club, 8pm Toukley and District Arts Society exhibition opens, Federation Gallery, Gorokan, 2pm

Sunday May 25 Doll, Bear and Craft Show, Wyong Race Club Magenta High Tea, 2pm-4:30pm, Quay West Resort, Magenta Shores BluesAngels and Wailin’ House, Wyong Golf Club, 12pm

Monday May 26 Pasture and Grazing Management course, Dooralong

Tuesday May 27 Seasons for Growth course, Woodbury Community Centre, Mardi, 10am-1pm National Seniors Australia Wyong Branch monthly meeting, Club Tuggerah,1:15pm Introduction to Harmony Singing, Lakelands Community Centre, Kanwal, 7:30pm Central Coast gambling HELP services presentation, Mingara Recreation Club, 7am

Wednesday May 28 Tuggerah Lakes Potters’ community stall, Lake Haven Shopping Centre, 9am-2pm Central Coast Campus Friends Inc dinner, Preview Restaurant, Ourimbah Campus

Thursday May 29 Tuggerah Lakes Art Society meeting, Long Jetty, 10am

Friday May 30 Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council open day, 9am to 4pm, Watanobbi

Sunday June 1 Central Coast Cat Club, YMCA Lake Haven Recreation Centre, 10am

Tuesday June 3 Introduction to Harmony Singing, Lakelands Community Centre, Kanwal, 7:30pm

Thursday June 5 Halekulanui Toastmasters Club formation meeting, Halekulani Bowling Club, 7:15pm Celia Lashlie, St Peter’s Catholic College, 6pm-8pm

Saturday June 7 Summerland Kings, Toukley Golf Club, 8pm T h a t ’ s T h a t performance, Forest of Tranquility Open Day, 1pm Central Coast Potters Society sale, Wyong Creek Hall, 10am-4pm

Sunday June 8 Central Coast Potters Society sale, Wyong Creek Hall, 10am-4pm

Monday, June 9 Central Coast Potters Society sale, Wyong Creek Hall, 10am-4pm

Tuesday June 10 Introduction to Harmony Singing, Lakelands Community Centre, Kanwal, 7:30pm

Wednesday June 11 Tuggerah Lakes Potters’ community stall, Lake Haven Shopping Centre, 9am-2pm

Thursday June 12 Wyong Family History Group, The Cottage, 3pm

Saturday June 14 Johnny Devilseed and Rubes, Grizzlee Train, Tres Hellcats, Grand Hotel, Wyong, 6pm

Not for Profit Organisations Animal Care Central Coast Cat Care C $20 Desexing Special Cats only No Pedigrees 4388 6448 4325 3163

Bushwalking National Parks Association Central Coast Twice weekly bush walks on the Central Coast and further afield, varying distances and grades of difficulty.

Explore, enjoy scenery, fauna, floral, history. Keep fit and make friends.

4389 4423 & 4332 7378

Community Groups Berkeley Vale Neighbourhood Center Come and join our regular activities, indoor bowls, mahjong, walking for pleasure, slimmers support, hand and foot Bolivia cards, Toy library and community garden 4388 5801 manager@bvnc.org.au www.bvnc.org.au

Central Coast Campus Friends Inc Promoting post school learning to improve life for individuals and the Central Coast community Advocacy, Dinners, Discussions, Speakers, Awards, Newsletters and special projects 4342 0023 sonhopk@bigpond.net.au PO Box 6227 West Gosford 2250 www.ccampusfriends.org

Central Coast Community Legal Centre The Central Coast Community Legal Centre is a non-profit organisation located in Wyong that provides free legal advice to people within the Wyong / Gosford area. Intake times for legal advice Tue 10-12pm, Wed 10-12pm, Thur 2-4pm Ph 4353 4988 Fax 4353 4680 admin_cclc@clc.net.au

PO Box 246 Wyong NSW 2259 Central Coast 50+ Singles Social Group Invites Ladies & Gents for dinner, dancing - BBQs & Socialising each weekend.

Our friendly group can be contacted for our monthly programme North: 43532561 South: 43445556 50pssg@gmail.com

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

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

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

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.

Contact details are on page 2.

Central Coast Tenants’ Advice and Advocacy Service Do you have issues with your landlord or real estate agent?

Free telephone advice and advocacy for all tenants and residents in residential parks.

4353 5515 cctaas@hotmail.com Community Care Services - Central Coast Memory lane - Doing things together Café For people with memory loss & their carers to enjoy a relaxing coffee morning with others experiencing similar circumstances Wallarah Bay Recreational Club 4th Tuesday 4324 4244 Gurdjieff Society I AM LOST Deep conversations and systematic exercises for understanding my self and my place in life Ancient and modern knowledge 6pm every 2nd Thu 0425 296 783 www.gurdjieff.org.au

Long Jetty Senior Citizens Club Beginner classes being held in computers, line dancing, tai chi and zumba gold.

Contact the Club 4332 5522 M-F, 9am to 3pm for full list of activities Long Jetty Over 50s Club Come along and join in our activities, great for indoor bowls, computers, exercises, yoga, line-dancing, tai chi and more 4332 5522 9am to 3pm Mingaletta Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander Corporation The Mingaletta community centre provides its members and other community groups a meeting place and referal hub for education, health, well-being and cultural programs through consultative services and community programs.

Mon-Fri 9am 4pm 6 Sydney Ave Umina 4342 7515 admin@mingaletta.com.au

Volunteering Central Coast Refer potential volunteers to community organisations and provide support to volunteers and community organisations. we also provide training to volunteers and managers of volunteers Information Sessions “Bridge to Volunteering” Held regulary across the Central Coast 4329 7122 recruit@volcc.org.au Wrap with Love Knitting blankets for cold humanity.

Knitted blankets warm the heart of those who give and those who recieve.

Donations of 8ply yarn gratefully received.

Longjetty: 4333 4353 Toukley 4399 3351 Wyong Neighbourhood Centre Supporting disadvantaged vulnerable and isolated members of our community offering a range of community services, events, projects, workshops, arts programs and an open community garden.

4353 1750 Wyong Toastmasters Club Assist members with their self improvement, increased

confidence and self esteem by way of structured education modules in an entertaining atmosphere 1st, 3rd and 5th Friday Wyong RSL Anzac Ave Wyong 1030am 4328 8297 joppa@theorchards.com.au j pp @

Garden Clubs Central Coast Cactus and Succulent Club Meets on the 3rd Sat each month from 1pm to 3.30pm Charmhaven Community Centre - Plants for Sale, Raffles, afternoon tea 0401 544 052 4399 2420

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

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

Meet every Sat - Progress Hall Ronald Ave, Wyoming 8pm 4323 3890 Better Hearing Australia Central Coast Hearing loss management Support and educational group - 7 groups across the coast - Providing practical experience and confidence Learn the benefits to hearing aids - Better Hearing Australia Central Coast 4321 0275 www.centralcoast. betterhearingaustralia.org.au

Central Coast Prostate Cancer Support Group (Gosford) Meet last Friday Month Terrigal Uniting Church 380 Terrigal Drive, Terrigal 9.30am to 12 noon 4367 9600 www.pcfa.org.au

Central Coast Prostate Cancer Support Group (Wyong) Meet last Monday Month Toukley RSL Club, Holmes Ave Toukley 10.00am to 12 noon 4356 9300 www.pcfa.org.au

GROW - Free Weekly 12 Step Mental Health Self Help Group - Helping thousands to recover from mental health challenges for more than 55 years to find a GROW group near you call 1800 558 268 www.grow.net.au

GROW Groups meet weekly all year round ParaQuad Specialist healthcare products delivered to your door, for all your continence, wound care and respiratory and nutrition requirements Professional Clinic Support available 1300 886 601

community. We have guest speakers each month and interesting activities are organised. We meet at the Toukley RSL Club on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 10am.

New members welcome.

0438 380 137 4392 9106 Tuggerah Combined Probus Club Inc New to the Coast?

If you would like to meet new friends and enjoy social events, a welcome awaits you at Tuggerah Combined Probus Club each 2nd Thursday of the month, where you will have the opportunity to hear various guest speakers and also join us in a social outing on the 3rd Thursday.

We meet at Woodbury Park Community Hall, Mardi.

4388 1841

Special Interest Central Coast Potters Society Dedicated to increasing the ceramics knowlede, experience and skills of members and the general public. Running classes, workshops, demonstrations, exhibitions and social events.

Annual exhibitions in May and December Open Day in Sept info@ccpotters.org

4324 5343 PO Box 4043 East Gosford NSW 2250 Diggers Bridge Club Bridge players can enjoy a game of social bridge at Diggers The Entrtance (downstairs) on Tuesdays, 10am-1pm with or without a partner.

Len 4332 6989 David 4392 0606 Wyong Drama Group Inc A friendly group, presenting 3 major productions a year.

We welcome anyone interested in being involved in any area of production Acting; Back-stage; Front of House; Lighting/Sound etc Monthly meetings 1st Tues 7.30pm - Green Room Wyong Memorial Hall 1300 665 600 rosellis13@hotmail.com @

Travel Friendship Force Central Coast A travel club with a difference!

Travel in small groups and stay with friends in 370 clubs around the world. See a country from the inside and change the way you see the world. We in turn host small groups from other Friendship Force clubs in our home Deidre 43889435 www.friendshipforcecentralcoast.asn.au

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Music Soundwaves Men’s acapella 4 part harmony chorus - all ages 7pm Mon Central Coast Leagues Club John 0413 276 698 j jbthomson51@gmail.com @g

Probus Clubs Gorokan Probus Club We promote fellowship, friendship and fun for active senior members of the

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We seek an individual who is not afraid to use imagination or negotiate at a senior level.

Rewards can be high for the right person

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The World Lifesaving Championships involve between 2,500 and 5,000 competitors and officials and last some 14 days.

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Sport

Wyong Regional Chronicle - May 23, 2014 - P21

Bosnar commits to the Mariners Berkeley Vale’s C Olzomer scores another hat trick entral Coast Mariners have extended experienced defender Eddy Bosnar’s contract for a further Hyundai A-League season.

erkeley Vale, Wyoming and Killarney District have consolidated their top three places with wins in round six of the Central Coast Men’s Premier League, while two draws in matches featuring the bottom five teams have resulted in a gap opening between the top and bottom groups.

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A goal in each half to Tim Knight was enough to give Killarney District a crucial win 2-1 over The Entrance Sea Eagles in their local derby at EDSACC North.

Knight, Mariners’ fitness chief, gave his team the lead in the 12th minute but the young The Entrance team fought back with 19-year-old Jacob Jackson’s first First Grade goal squaring the match early in the second half.

Knight then scored what proved to be the winning goal 25 minutes from time.

It was the Sea Eagles’ first loss after an impressive start to their return season in Premier League while the win allowed Killarney to consolidate third place just a point behind the leaders.

In-form striker Brenton Olzomer scored his second hat-trick in three matches as Berkeley Vale retained their competition lead with a comfortable 4-0 win over East Gosford at Hylton Moore Park.

Olmozer’s first goal was all that separated the two teams in an even first half before Sam Feaver’s third goal in as many matches proved decisive.

It was the third time in five matches that East Gosford have conceded four or more goals in a match although all three have been against the top three teams, an indication of the growing gap that Berkeley Vale, Wyoming

and Killarney look to have over the rest of the competition.

A two-all draw between Ourimbah United and Budgewoi continued a frustrating start to the season for both clubs.

With both desperately needing full points to kick-start their seasons, the match at Ourimbah Oval fluctuated, with Budgewoi taking an early lead through Dave McPherson before goals to Anel Kanuric and Daniel Edwards gave the home team a 2-1 lead.

Budgewoi playmaker Billy Lockley capped an excellent match to set up the equaliser for Troy Runge.

Media release, 19 May 2014 Alistair Kennedy, Central Coast Football

The former Shimizu S-Pulse and Suwon Bluewings stopper linked with the Mariners in February on an initial four-month contract, however, will now remain with the team until at least the end of the Club’s 2014/15 campaign.

Bosnar, who has plied his trade in Croatia, Austria, England, the Netherlands, Japan, Korea Republic, China, and Australia since turning professional in 1997, said he was delighted to have prolonged his stay with Phil Moss’s side.

“For me it was a no brainer,” Bosnar said.

“It took me a little bit of time to get used to the Hyundai A-League, however ,the staff at the Club helped me through that period of adjustment in February and I think as the season went on I started to show glimpses of what I am capable of in this competition.

“With a full pre-season under my belt leading into season 10 of the Hyundai A-League I think it will be a totally different story for me next season.

“I believe that personally, and as a team, we are on the right track

to do great things next season.”

Bosnar also paid tribute to the Club’s medial and sports science staff and said he believed that with their help, he would be at his physical peak for the yellow and navy’s assault on Hyundai A-League version 10.

“The medical and sports science staff that are here at the Mariners are the best that I have worked with for a long, long time,” he explained.

“I want to keep going for as long as I can, and they have got me feeling in better shape now than I was when I was 28.”

Central Coast Mariners head coach Phil Moss said he had no doubt that Bosnar would be an influential figure for the

Club’s first team next campaign.

“We are delighted to have extended Eddy Bosnar’s stay at the Mariners,” Moss said.

“Eddy came in during a difficult period in the Club’s history and has

proven to be a major influence for us, on and off the field – he helped us steady the ship.

“There’s no denying it took ‘Boz’ (Bosnar) a few games to find his feet and find the level, but his experience shone through in the end.

“I have no doubt that with a full pre-season in his locker, Australian football fans will see the very best of Eddy next season,” Moss said.

Mariners CEO Mr Bruce Stalder said: “Eddy’s personality and character fits well with the famous Mariners’ culture.”

“Eddy has moved his family to the Coast and takes community integration very seriously, so we’re delighted that he will be with us for at least another year.”

Media release, 8 May 2014 Central Coast Mariners media

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Sport

P22 - Wyong Regional Chronicle - May 23, 2014

Killarney Vale lose AFL derby in last quarter errigal Avoca has taken the bragging rights over arch rivals Killarney Vale after storming home with the last five goals of the game to run out 22 point winners in round six of the Black Diamond AFL competition on Saturday, May 17.

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The early stages of the game saw the Central Coast rivals battle hard for the early ascendancy and it was the Terrigal Avoca Panthers who slipped ahead to a nine point lead thanks to two early goals to Mitch Betson.

Another goal to Betson saw the Panthers get out to a handy lead early in the second term however the home side started to claw their way back into the game on the back of consecutive goals to full forward Scott Manuelle.

A late goal to Rick White saw the Bombers hit the front and the large crowd on hand for the Killarney Vale Ladies Day, raising funds for the McGrath Foundation, were starting to get right behind their charges.

At half time break, the Killarney Vale Bombers held a narrow two point lead.

Both coaches seemed composed at the half time break, but the action and intensity on the park in the third term lifted again with very little between the sides.

Goals to the Panthers from James Webster and James Polglase were matched by the Bombers White and a snapped goal from Bombers’ veteran Dane Amidy right on the three quarter time siren saw the Bombers head into the last quarter with a four point lead.

It was Amidy again,

who after a strong mark, opened the scoring in the final term for the Bombers as they extended their lead to 10 points.

With the Panthers under pressure, it was left to Tom Head, returning from the Sydney Swans Reserves, to make his mark on the game.

After being well held

by Corey Shackleton for most of the game, Head came to the fore with a couple of strong contested marks enabling him to go back and kick

two important goals to break the back of the Bombers.

Late goals to Polgalse, Riley Clifton and Jarrad Flint saw the final margin extended to 22 points, which was not a fair indication of the closeness of the game.

“James Hart had an excellent game for the Panthers, as he blanketed the Bombers’ key forward Daniel Lloyd, while Jay Lewis did plenty of hard work in the middle of the ground picking up

important possessions,” said Black Diamond AFL football operations manager Ms Garry Burkinshaw.

“Webster was his usual productive self despite the close attention of Hugh Wells whilst Pete Van Dam also had a strong game.

“Special mention also to soccer recruit, Ben Lamb who did an excellent job when moved onto Bombers’ key midfielder Jackson Ireland, who threatened

to dominate the game in the second quarter.

“Mitch Betson was the most productive forward finishing with three goals.

“For the Bombers, Rick White was immense all day and had a best on ground performance.

“He received good support from skipper Brendan Lewis who provided plenty of drive off half back, Corbin Bond and Max Mumford.

“Manuelle had his moments up forward, particularly early to finish with three goals.

In other Wilson Security Black Diamond Cup matches, with Terrigal Avoca having the bye in First Division, Wyong Lakes have moved to the top of the table after a hard fought win over Killarney Vale.

In Second Division, The Entrance Bateau Bay also had to fight hard to defeat Maitland by six points.

Media release, 19 May 2014 Garry Burkinshaw, Black Diamond AFL

Ibini chooses Sydney FC entral Coast Mariners head coach Phil Moss has expressed his Ibini at the Mariners.

“However, he has disappointment that attacker Bernie Ibini has opted to sign for chosen to continue his Sydney FC rather than remain with the yellow and navy for a career in Sydney and we further Hyundai A-League season.

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In April, Ibini and his agent agreed to terms on a loan extension from his parent club Shanghai SIPG to the Mariners for the 2014/15 Hyundai A-League campaign.

However, Ibini signed with the Sky Blues on the afternoon of Wednesday, May 14.

“It is obviously

disappointing to be losing a player of Bernie’s potential, especially given the amount of faith we have shown in him and the hours we have put into him,” Moss said.

“We understand Bernie has signed on-loan from Shanghai with Sydney FC, and that Sydney offered a financially

superior deal to both Bernie and Shanghai.

“While we may not have been able to match these amounts, we were given no right of reply by Bernie’s agent, which is extremely disappointing.

“We can assure our members and fans that we did everything in our power to keep Bernie

can now only wish him well for the road ahead.

“Bernie is a great kid from a wonderful family and I hope his development continues,” Moss concluded.

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ix former Central Coast Mariners players have been named in Ange Postecoglou’s provisional 30-man squad for the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil.

“He has risen to the top of world football and done it the hard way from humble beginnings, where he has battled and believed in himself to overcome the odds with an enormous work ethic and passion for what he does.

“I have no doubt he will lead the team with distinction in Brazil.”

Jedinak said he was honoured to be named Socceroo Captain for the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil after leading Australia for the first time in the international friendly against Ecuador in London in March.

“To be handed the responsibility of captaining my country at the World Cup is humbling, yet incredibly exciting,” Jedinak said.

“Just pulling the Socceroo shirt on fills me with pride but to be leading out my country and these players at the World Cup on behalf of all Australians is special.

“It is an honour to be named captain but it is also a huge responsibility and I look forward to providing leadership for the team along with Tim (Cahill) and Mark (Bresciano) as we take on some of the biggest nations in world football.”

Central Coast Mariners head coach Phil Moss said that everyone involved with the Club ought to be

Mathew Ryan (Club Brugge), Mile Jedinak (Crystal Palace), Alex Wilkinson (Jeonbuk Hyundai), Oliver Bozanic (FC Lucerne), James Holland (FK Austraioa Vienna) and Tom Rogic (Melbourne Victory on loan from Glasgow Celtic FC) are all in contention to head to South America as part of the Socceroo squad for Australia’s fourth appearance at the FIFA World Cup Finals.

Jedinak will also become the fourth Australian football player to lead the Socceroos to the FIFA World Cup Finals after he was named captain by Postecoglou on Wednesday, May 21.

Jedinak follows Peter Wilson (1974), Mark Viduka (2006) and Lucas Neill (2010) as Australians who have captained the Socceroos at the world’s biggest football tournament “Mile Jedinak will captain our National Team at the 2014 World Cup,” Postecoglou said.

“It is a privileged position and an accolade he richly deserves after the incredible job he has done at Crystal Palace in the toughest club competition in world football – the English Premier League.

“Mile Jedinak embodies everything that is great about Australian football and Australia as a nation.

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excited for Ryan, Jedinak, Wilkinson, Bozanic and Rogic.

“To have five key former players involved with one of the most anticipated FIFA World Cups in history is something all our fans ought to be extremely proud of,” Moss said.

“I know everyone involved with the Mariners will be glued to their televisions, football websites and reading newspapers throughout the competition as they track the progress of our boys and Australia’s national team.

“On behalf of the Club, I’d like to wish Mat, Mile, Alex, Oli and Tom the best of luck during the pretournament camps and the tournament itself, should they make Ange’s final 23 player squad,” Moss concluded.

Former Budgewoi Football Club player James Holland was also selected in the squad.

Postecoglou said: “We’re excited to announce the preliminary 30-man Socceroo squad for the World Cup.” “We’ve selected a squad we believe will represent the people of Australia with pride on the biggest stage in world sport.

“The squad has been selected with form and fitness as key indicators, as well as having one eye on

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the future.

“We face a formidable challenge in Brazil, but it is also a big opportunity, and we head to the World Cup with no barriers as we look to write a new chapter in our rich football history,” he said.

The Socceroos took part in a training camp on the Central Coast from May 16 to 22.

Local football fans had the opportunity to get up close and personal with Australia’s top players before they jet from Sydney to the land of the samba on Sunday, May 18, at an open

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training session and fan day at Central Coast Stadium.

Postecoglou’s squad will take on South Africa, or Bafana Bafana, in their farewell match on Monday, May 26.

Postecoglou will trim the squad to 27 after the Socceroos play South Africa.

The final 23-man squad will be named on June 2.

“We’ve named 30 players for the camp and will leave Australia with 27 before cutting the squad to 23 before the first game, but we want all 30 players and the staff to get a meaningful

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experience out of the camps and the World Cup,” Postecoglou said.

“We want the camp to be competitive to make sure the training intensity is as high as possible as players strive to make the final 23 squad, but everyone is equally important as we also have one eye on the future.”

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