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Town Centre Masterplan Stage 1 completed

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Call to protect Wyong water catchment area for good abor Candidate for Wyong Mr David Harris has called on the NSW Government to reject the current Wallarah 2 Coal Project application and to support Labor’s Wyong Special Area (Protection) Bill 2014 to protect the Wyong water catchment area for good.

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oukley’s new cafe-style pedestrian strip was officially opened on Saturday, July 5.

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“This new sidewalk upgrade has really lifted this area and changed the character and feel of the Toukley town centre,” said Wyong mayor Cr Doug Eaton.

“I’m pleased to see this first key project in implementing the Toukley Town Centre Masterplan get off the ground so successfully,” Cr Eaton said.

“Not only is it more attractive, importantly it is also much safer and accessible for pedestrians of all ages and abilities.

“Our aim was to provide a safer, more attractive link between the Village Green, the Senior Citizens Centre, the shops around the Central car park and Hargraves St, and I think we’ve certainly achieved that,” he said.

The new works provide a vibrant space for outdoor dining and include paving, installation of vehicle safety barriers, new landscaping, trees and foliage and new street furniture such as seating and umbrellas.

Town planner Jonathan Luke said he was pleased with the outcome.

“It’s just as the Masterplanning committee envisaged, and I’d like to thank everyone who participated in the master plan development and particularly the shopkeepers and shoppers for their cooperation and patience during construction,” Mr Luke said.

“When we started the master plan stakeholder workshops in 2012 the underlying message from

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the stakeholders was an emphasis on 'action' and getting things done,” he said.

“It was reiterated by the stakeholders that the core objective of the project was to deliver creative, practical and affordable projects.

“The completion of this project certainly ticks the box,” The next project to be implemented under the Masterplan is to improve connectivity from Main Rd to the car park with a focus on Ron Alt Lane and Main Rd. “Design work is close to being finalised with construction expected to commence in the 2014/15 financial year,” Mr Luke said.

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“The Liberal Party promised at the last election to stop mining in the Wyong water catchment area even if it meant introducing special legislation, but it has been a Labor Minister that denied the original application and NSW Labor that has introduced special legislation into the Parliament,” said Mr Harris “Recent events, including the Court decision in favour of the local Darkinjung Land Council, and the final report of the Planning Assessment Commission, cast serious doubt over the latest application.

“It is time for the Planning Minister Pru Goward, Minister for the Central Coast Rob Stokes and Premier Mike Baird to intervene and quash the current application which is riddled with serious problems and then join with Labor in the Parliament to pass the Wyong Special Area (Protection) Bill 2014 which will finally protect the Wyong water catchment from the extractive industry.

“The Planning Assessment Commission

(PAC) Report highlights that the project presents risks and uncertainties in relation to subsidence, a risk of reduced availability of water for the Central Coast water supply, water supply risks to landowners in the vicinity of the project and other risks and concerns associated with various other impacts of the project, including those on water quality, heritage and noise levels.

“Further, the report casts serious doubts on the economic modelling contained in the application.

“If there was ever a case where the precautionary principle should be applied then this is it.

“The former minister understood that when he rejected the last application, and there is nothing in the current project application that would significantly change that view.

“In fact, the PAC report says ‘there is merit in allowing the project to proceed. However, if the recommendations are either not adopted, or adopted only in part, then the Commission’s position would probably

change in favour of a precautionary approach.

This particularly applies to water-related impacts.’

“Many of the recommendations would be difficult or impossible for the proponent to meet.

“I have fought alongside community groups like the Australian Coal Alliance and the people of Blue Haven for more than seven years trying to protect our important water catchment areas and the amenity for local residents, and the time has come for the Baird Government to put the best interests of the community first and finally lay this project to rest.

“This decision is above politics, it is all about protecting our community now and into the future.

“People expect governments to act in their best interests and after multiple inquiries, investigations, studies and huge sums of money being spent, it is time to act,” said Mr Harris.

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The tender gives Coast Shelter responsibility for the eight homeless refuges on the Central Coast.

“Each of the three women’s refuges on the Central Coast will continue as women only and women with accompanying children only refuges and will provide the

The petition requested the installation of a pedestrian crossing and speed hump at the corner of Ocean View Rd and Schnapper Rd. The petition claimed there was a high volume of speeding traffic and a high level of pedestrian activity to

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refuges in Wellington St at Alfred St and Bullion St. The report stated that the proposed intersection upgrades at each end of Wellington St would both include pedestrian facilities in the future, so no action to provide these was necessary at this time.

“In regard to the provision of mid-block pedestrian facilities, the eastern end of Wellington St, between Trafalgar Ave and Bullion St, recorded the highest volumes of pedestrians (191) and vehicles (3411) over the two three hour periods of the survey,” says the report.

“These results indicate that a pedestrian facility should be provided towards the eastern end of Wellington St.” Gosford Council agenda TR.14.44, 8 Jul 2014

Schnapper Rd, with a total of 406 recorded.

Of these, 97 used the existing pedestrian refuge and the remaining 309 crossed at various locations west of the refuge.

A total of 866 vehicles used Ocean View Rd during the count.

The figures averaged 136 pedestrians and 289 vehicles per hour.

The Local Traffic Committee told council that it should be noted that while the cinema and restaurants operate daily, the markets only operate on weekends and public

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Minister Gay said the completed work was part of the NSW Government’s $170 million Central Coast Highway intersection upgrade.

“More than 55,000 vehicles a day travel along the Central Coast Highway at West Gosford and the bridge is being built in three stages, so the road can remain open causing minimal impact to

Minister for the Central Coast Mr Rob Stokes; Roads and Maritime Services regional manager for the Hunter Ms Anna Zycki, Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein and Minister for Roads and Freight Mr Duncan Gay

motorists,” Minister Gay said.

When completed, the new bridge will be about 23.5 metres long, 30 metres

wide and include 14 precast and pre-tensioned concrete ‘Super T’ girders, each weighing 33 tonnes.

Mr Stokes said motorists

got the first look at the new bridge when westbound traffic was moved onto the completed section. ”Now that traffic has

been diverted onto the new section of the bridge, work has now started on the second stage,” Mr Stokes said.

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he recently announced NSW Budget has resulted in a $15.8 million increase in spending on Central Coast roads over 2014-15, including funds for the continued construction of the Central Coast Highway and planning for future widening of the Pacific Motorway in two locations.

It said that council had considered the matter in 2007 and resolved not to provide a linemarked pedestrian crossing then.

It asked the RTA to consider extending the proposed Ettalong Beach CBD 40km/h speed limit to the intersection of Schnapper Rd. Roads and Maritime Services had since indicated it would not do so.

Gosford Council agenda TR.14.39, 8 Jul 2014

Spending on Central Coast roads has increased from $54.1 million in last year’s budget, to $69.9 million in 2014-15.

NRMA local director Kyle Loades welcomed the NSW Government’s new funding commitments.

“The injection of new funds into important projects is absolutely essential to help relieve congestion and improve traffic flow in the area,” said Mr Loades.

“Even though getting the

planning underway is just the first phase of these longawaited major projects, the money will come as a relief to local motorists.”

Funding allocations in the Central Coast region included: $24 million to continue construction of the upgrade of the Central Coast Highway intersection with Brisbane Water Dr and Manns Rd at West Gosford; $1.6 million to continue planning for the future widening of the

Pacific Motorway between Kariong interchange and Somersby interchange; $6 million to continue planning for the widening of the Pacific Motorway between Wyong Rd and the Doyalson Link Rd; $12 million for Gosford Council to continue construction for the replacement of railway level crossing on Woy Woy Rd at Horsfield Bay; $2.5 million to complete planning and commence early works for the Pacific Highway

and Wyong Rd intersection upgrade at Tuggerah (as part of the $5 million project allocation in 2014/15); $2.5 million to complete planning and commence early works for the Wyong Rd with Enterprise Dr intersection upgrade (as part of the $5 million project allocation in 2014/15); $2 million to complete planning and commence early works for the upgrade of Wyong Rd between Mingara Dr and Tumbi Rd; $1.5 million to continue planning for widening the Pacific Highway to four lanes between Parsons Rd and Ourimbah St, Lisarow;

$800,000 to continue planning for the future upgrade of the Pacific Highway between Manns Rd, Narara and Parsons Rd, Lisarow; $3.8 million to repair The Entrance Bridge over Tuggerah Lake on Central Coast Highway; $10 million to continue construction of the upgrade of the intersection of Terrigal Dr and Charles Kay Dr. The NSW Government has budgeted $283.7 million for road safety, including $240 million for the Community Road Safety Fund.

Mr Loades said the NRMA called for all

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to be finished in latee 2014, weather permitting.” aid the Mr Holstein said Central Coast Highway intersection upgrade at West Gosford involved widening and realigning Brisbane Water Dr and Mannss Rd to rsection form a single intersection with traffic lights. d: “The Minister Gay said: $170 million upgradee is part nment’s of the NSW Government’s ver safe, commitment to deliver efficient and high quality tructure services and infrastructure ty and to the community businesses of the Central Coast.” rted in Major work started November 2013 and is mpleted expected to be completed in late 2016, weather permitting.

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Call to protect Wyong water catchment area for good abor Candidate for Wyong Mr David Harris has called on the NSW Government to reject the current Wallarah 2 Coal Project application and to support Labor’s Wyong Special Area (Protection) Bill 2014 to protect the Wyong water catchment area for good.

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The committee also noted there was no recognised desire line for pedestrians who were observed to cross at various locations along Ocean View Dr. The committee’s report stated: “Roads and Maritime Services advised that the purpose of the warrant formula is to ensure that pedestrian crossings are only provided where necessary.

“Experience has shown that unused pedestrian crossings lead to motorist complacency and increased crashes at the location.”

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and from the cinema, restaurants, markets and ferry.

It stated that the pedestrian crossing and speed hump were needed to avoid someone being seriously injured.

The council decided to take no action after it was told that the traffic and pedestrian counts did not meet the numbers required to justify a crossing.

The count was carried out on Sunday, March 30, between the hours of 1:45pm and 4:45pm.

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same level of accommodation as was previously the case,” said Coast Shelter executive officer Mr Laurie Maher said the women’s refuge would continue to operate as previously.

He said an advisory committee, comprised only of women with feminist principles, would ensure homeless women and victims of domestic violence were assisted in an empathic and professional manner.

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facilities.

According to the report, the results of the survey needed to be considered in the context of the proposed outcomes of the Umina Beach Village Centre Transport Management and Accessibility Plan completed in May last year.

The Plan recommended the diversion of through traffic away from the village centre and the provision of improved pedestrian links between the village centre and the surrounding residential areas and beaches.

The Transport Management and Accessibility Plan recommended several upgrade projects in Wellington St including traffic signals at the Ocean Beach Rd- Wellington St intersection, construction of a roundabout at the Trafalgar Ave- Wellington St intersection and pedestrian

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Zebra crossing for Wellington St A zebra crossing will be built in Wellington St, near Bullion St, Umina.

The action came after a petition with 360 signatures was received by council from people who regularly crossed Wellington St to access the shops at Umina.

According to the report to council by the Local Traffic Committee, Wellington St provided access to parking at three locations (Bullion St, Alfred St and Oscar St) for the Umina Beach shopping strip.

“It also provides an alternative east-west route to West St which often becomes congested due to the mix of vehicles and pedestrians,” states the report.

A pedestrian and vehicle survey was carried out on Thursday, March 27, at three locations along Wellington St in an attempt to assess the need for pedestrian

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The new works provide a vibrant space for outdoor dining and include paving, installation of vehicle safety barriers, new landscaping, trees and foliage and new street furniture such as seating and umbrellas.

Town planner Jonathan Luke said he was pleased with the outcome.

“It’s just as the Masterplanning committee envisaged, and I’d like to thank everyone who participated in the master plan development and particularly the shopkeepers and shoppers for their cooperation and patience during construction,” Mr Luke said.

“When we started the master plan stakeholder workshops in 2012 the underlying message from

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the stakeholders was an emphasis on 'action' and getting things done,” he said.

“It was reiterated by the stakeholders that the core objective of the project was to deliver creative, practical and affordable projects.

“The completion of this project certainly ticks the box,” The next project to be implemented under the Masterplan is to improve connectivity from Main Rd to the car park with a focus on Ron Alt Lane and Main Rd. “Design work is close to being finalised with construction expected to commence in the 2014/15 financial year,” Mr Luke said.

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“The Liberal Party promised at the last election to stop mining in the Wyong water catchment area even if it meant introducing special legislation, but it has been a Labor Minister that denied the original application and NSW Labor that has introduced special legislation into the Parliament,” said Mr Harris “Recent events, including the Court decision in favour of the local Darkinjung Land Council, and the final report of the Planning Assessment Commission, cast serious doubt over the latest application.

“It is time for the Planning Minister Pru Goward, Minister for the Central Coast Rob Stokes and Premier Mike Baird to intervene and quash the current application which is riddled with serious problems and then join with Labor in the Parliament to pass the Wyong Special Area (Protection) Bill 2014 which will finally protect the Wyong water catchment from the extractive industry.

“The Planning Assessment Commission

(PAC) Report highlights that the project presents risks and uncertainties in relation to subsidence, a risk of reduced availability of water for the Central Coast water supply, water supply risks to landowners in the vicinity of the project and other risks and concerns associated with various other impacts of the project, including those on water quality, heritage and noise levels.

“Further, the report casts serious doubts on the economic modelling contained in the application.

“If there was ever a case where the precautionary principle should be applied then this is it.

“The former minister understood that when he rejected the last application, and there is nothing in the current project application that would significantly change that view.

“In fact, the PAC report says ‘there is merit in allowing the project to proceed. However, if the recommendations are either not adopted, or adopted only in part, then the Commission’s position would probably

change in favour of a precautionary approach.

This particularly applies to water-related impacts.’

“Many of the recommendations would be difficult or impossible for the proponent to meet.

“I have fought alongside community groups like the Australian Coal Alliance and the people of Blue Haven for more than seven years trying to protect our important water catchment areas and the amenity for local residents, and the time has come for the Baird Government to put the best interests of the community first and finally lay this project to rest.

“This decision is above politics, it is all about protecting our community now and into the future.

“People expect governments to act in their best interests and after multiple inquiries, investigations, studies and huge sums of money being spent, it is time to act,” said Mr Harris.

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Budgewoi land swap proposal could result in new sporting facilities and a supermarket proposal to double the sporting facilities for the Budgewoi and Halekulani communities and allow rezoning for development of a commercial supermarket creating new jobs in Budgewoi will be heard by Wyong Council at its next Ordinary Meeting on Wednesday, July 23.

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The Planning Proposal seeks rezoning of two sites to facilitate a creative land swap deal which would see relocation of recreational activities from Halekulani Oval, Budgewoi, to a site currently owned by Woolworths in Colongra.

If the land swap proceeds, council would then own the Colongra site and negotiate use of the neighbouring land from Delta Electricity, ultimately controlling around 10 hectares for a large community sporting complex, with up to four sports fields, netball courts and improved amenities.

Mayor Cr Doug Eaton

said this would be at least double the size of the Halekulani Oval, provide much better parking facilities and be located adjacent to the existing soccer fields.

“We think this is a creative solution that will provide the best outcomes for this whole community,” mayor Cr Eaton said.

In return, Halekulani Park would be rezoned to allow development (subject to approvals) of a new Woolworths supermarket next to the existing Budgewoi Shopping Centre, directing more traffic to the Centre and creating around 100 local jobs.

“Council last year rejected a Planning

Proposal by Woolworths for a new supermarket on their Colongra site, as it would divert too many customers away from the Budgewoi Town Centre,” Cr Eaton said.

“Since then we’ve worked with Woolworths to come up with a more suitable location.

“However, it is important that the public understands this is only a proposal at the moment.

“It will only proceed if all the right boxes are ticked and there is going to be an improved outcome for the community through the provision of enhanced sporting facilities,” said mayor Cr Eaton.

“It will also be subject

Map of proposed sporting facility site (outlined in red) at Colongra

to significant public engagement and require rigorous planning approvals, rezoning and reclassification of the sites by the NSW Government, as well as traffic and other technical studies, and development applications for each

component,” he said.

The Planning Proposal also seeks rezoning to permit a service station and food and drink outlet on the Colongra site adjacent to the sporting facility.

“There is sufficient space for these uses on the site in addition to

the sporting facilities,” said manager property development Mr Steve Mann.

Mr Mann added that under the Planning Proposal, council would retain ownership of the Halekulani Community Hall.

“Council will also retain ownership of a significant portion of the Oval to be developed for housing with proceeds used to help fund the new sporting complex at Colongra,” he said.

“This land swap proposal arose after the current Budgewoi Masterplan was adopted.

“We think it’s consistent with the intent of the Masterplan and is worth a full investigation.”

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$1.8 million funding to improve Kanangra Dr

Councillor claims mayor tried to censor him over land purchase objections yong Shire Cr Bob Graham has hit out at a move by the mayor to censor him over his objections to council spending $17 million of ratepayers’ money on a speculative land deal.

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Members of the community at the announcement of the Kanangra Dr funding

he NSW Government will provide $1.8 million in funding over two years to Wyong Council under the Safer Roads Program to improve safety along Kanangra Dr at Crangan Bay.

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“Funding for this important safety upgrade is provided through the Safer Roads Program, which aims to reduce the risk and severity of crashes on NSW roads,” said Member for Swansea Mr Garry Edwards.

“The NSW Government and Wyong Shire Council recognised a need to improve the safety of motorists on Kanangra Dr, and subject to driver behaviour, reduce the likelihood of crashes occurring.

“Around 7,000 vehicles travel on this road every day, including a relatively high volume of heavy vehicles, especially at the southern end of the road near the Pacific Highway.

“Since July 2008, there have been 27 crashes on Kanangra Dr, including one fatal crash earlier this year and 18 injury crashes,” he said.

“The safety upgrade work will be carried out by council and includes widening the travel lanes and road shoulders, road resurfacing and installing wire safety barriers, raised line marking, warning signs and guide posts.

“The work will be carried out at various locations on Kanangra Dr between the Pacific Highway and Summerland Point Rd.” Wyong mayor Cr Doug Eaton said the safety upgrades would be a welcome addition to this high-traffic road.

“Kanangra Dr is a vital road for residents in the area, which has had some significant safety issues in the past,” he said.

Council will also construct, outside of the funding announced, two police enforcement bays including street lighting to enable 24/7

enforcement operations by the NSW Police Force.

The bays were requested by the NSW Police Force and will help modify driver behaviour to further increase the safety of this important road.

“We all know speeding is a major contributor to accidents on our roads, this is especially true here.

“More effective policing is an essential part of addressing the accident rate which is why council will fund these enforcement bays at a cost of around $50,000”, said mayor Cr Eaton.

Work is expected to start later this year and be completed in 2016.

In the deal, Wyong Council will buy land, part of which, it says will be used for a regional airport for $17 million, from the developer group Terrace Towers.

Cr Graham said the mayor, Cr Doug Eaton, had made a ‘Code of Conduct’ complaint about him, simply because of his objections over the land purchase.

“I will not be intimidated by threats or complaints from the mayor, simply because I questioned the motives of council spending $17 million on a speculative land purchase,” Cr Graham said.

“A regional airport in Wyong is a pipe dream, especially now that the Federal Government has announced Badgerys Creek as the site for Sydney’s second airport, and the millions of dollars to be invested in the upgrade of Newcastle Airport,” he said.

“There is nothing that justifies council spending $17 million on pure speculation that one day, by some miracle, an airport might be built on the Central Coast.

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objections of ratepayers when they ask me to, without fear or favour,” said Cr Graham.

Mayor Cr Eaton said as Code of Conduct matters were confidential he could: “neither confirm or deny any complaint and Cr Graham knows full well that these are the rules”.

“You have to draw your own conclusions as to why he has made his statement knowing no one else can comment.

“I would have thought the media would have been more interested in his backflip on this issue.

“In November he was supporting the airport 100% saying words to the effect: ‘I acknowledge it’s a lot of money but it’s an investment we have to make for the benefit of our children and grandchildren”.

“This was at a council meeting on the airport and (his comments) are on the public record.

“It seems he really has the explaining to do,” said Cr Eaton.

federal nor state support for a regional airport on the Central Coast, let alone a viability or feasibility study to show how a regional airport at Warnervale could compete with Newcastle Airport.

“Council can ill afford to recklessly spend this sort of money when only recently, it was struggling to balance its books, and last year raised the council rates by 6.9% to help pay for much needed infrastructure upgrades.

“There are much more important projects that we should be spending ratepayers’ money on,” said Cr Graham.

Cr Graham said he was sick and tired of the intimidating tactics of the mayor whenever he objects to certain council expenditure.

“The last time this happened, I was the subject of an official complaint because I exposed the mayor spending ratepayers’ money on chains,” he said.

“This is not a dictatorship, it is a democratically-elected council and I will represent the views and

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Hartcher faces two day ICAC grilling

June 25, 2014

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5 Lands Walk exceeds all expectations

ember for Terrigal Mr Chris Hartcher appeared before the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) over two days, May 19 and 20, as part of Operation Spicer, an investigation into allegations that members of parliament and others corruptly solicited, received and concealed payments in return for having their interests favoured.

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Mr Hartcher was questioned in relation to a man named John Caputo whom he said he knew through the Liberal Party.

Mr Hartcher claimed not to recall a phone call to Hartcher Reid Solicitors which ICAC Counsel Assisting Geoffrey Watson SC suggested led to having three cheques from Caputo deposited into their trust account.

“In this respect I have definitely tried to stretch my memory because it’s been an embarrassment for me involving my own family firm, or my former family firm,” said Mr Hartcher.

“But I do not recall it.”

He failed to recall receiving cheques from Mr Caputo worth around $5,000-$6,000 following a fundraiser at the Sheraton, as outlined in earlier evidence given by Caputo.

“I’m not denying it,” said Hartcher.

“I just don’t recall it.

“It was not, it was not my usual practice to receive cheques.”

He also failed to recall whether he received cheques at his electorate office from Mr Caputo, as stated by Caputo in his earlier testimony.

He said he couldn’t recall seeing the cheques at all when asked if he gave Member for The Entrance Mr Chris Spence the cheques, despite some of them turning up in the account of The Entrance SEC. Hartcher denied receiving $4,000 from Ray Carter, despite Mr Carter previously giving sworn testimony that he gave $4,000 to Mr Hartcher on his instruction.

Mr Hartcher also denied telling Mr Carter to give false evidence at ICAC, again despite Mr Carter giving sworn testimony to the contrary.

Mr Hartcher rejected the claim by Mr Watson that he pocketed that $4,000.

“I reject it absolutely,” said Mr Hartcher.

Mr Hartcher and Mr Watson then proceeded to yell at each other before the commissioner told everyone to “just back off right now”.

Mr Hartcher also denied laundering the $4,000 through his nephew, Sebastian Reid’s, trust account.

He also denied using Mickey Tech, a company associated with former employee Ray Carter’s partner Mr Eak, as a means of washing donations from

prohibited donors, as well as being instrumental in setting up Eightbyfive and using the Free Enterprise Foundation to wash funds.

Mr Hartcher could not explain why $2,000 was deposited into his account on January 24, 2011, by EightbyFive and said he saw no reason why he would receive any money from Eightbyfive or Tim Koelma personally.

He also denied being instrumental in the creation of Eightbyfive.

“I had no, no involvement in the actual creation of Eightbyfive,” said Hartcher.

Mr Watson accused Hartcher of “bunging this on…you’re conveniently hiding behind ‘I don’t recall’ when it suits you”.

Hartcher denied being involved in organising payments for company Gazcorp from its inception.

He also denied the suggestion by Mr Watson that he was at the heart of a corrupt scheme to extract donations from a prohibited donor and wash them through EightbyFive after he agreed to chasing up invoices on behalf of Mr Tim Koelma.

He rejected Mr Watson’s suggestion that he was

O “chasing up the money, the money which was going to filter through to finance, in this instance Darren Webber’s ability to campaign”.

He denied claims that the purpose behind Eightbyfive was to fund Tim Koelma to come back to work for him on a full time basis, so he could fund Chris Spence and Darren Webber in their respective seats so they’d be free to campaign and to avoid the property developer prohibition.

He also denied receiving

any professional benefits as a result of Eightbyfive receiving consulting fees from time to time on a monthly basis from Australia Water Holdings between late March 2009 and just after the 2011 State Election.

Hartcher agreed that when he looked over the agreement between EightbyFive and Australian Water Holdings for Tim Koelma and suggested a strict confidentiality clause, he knew it would protect information, such as what Eightbyfive was actually

going to be doing for Australian Water Holdings.

But he denied wanting to ensure that there was a degree of secrecy about what Koelma was actually doing on behalf of Australian Water Holdings and that that was his motivation for suggesting the confidentiality clause.

Proceedings for Operation Spicer will resume in August.

Mr Hartcher has not been excused from the summons.

Transcripts, 19/20 May 2014, ICAC

The 5 Lands Walk, a scenic 10km walk from MacMasters Beach to Terrigal, saw a passing parade of whales and a busy art and entertainment programme.

Participants came from across the Coast, the State and as far as Canada to be part of this special community event.

Many stayed overnight to enjoy Sunday’s Taste of Avoca Festival and the Copacabana Festival.

High on the list of positive participant comments included the ease of participation, the diverse programme of

entertainment and cultural performances, the quality of the art exhibition and beach installations, the educational nature of the workshops and discussions, the ‘Welcome to Country’ and Smoking Ceremonies, the carrying of the Message Stick, the sightings of whales, and the ready availability of assistance from the enthusiastic volunteers.

“Stunning Winter Solstice weather, migrating whales, greater out of area participation and fabulous community involvement and support all combined to ensure 5 LandsWalk 2014 was the greatest yet,” said

5 Lands Walk Committee president Con Ryan.

“Participation numbers were in excess of 17,000, far beyond last year’s tally of 13,000 and included a stunning 80% increase in out of area registrants.

“Importantly the numbers of volunteers to assist with the diverse and complex logistics of the event were also up, making for a great day for all concerned.

“My thanks go to the ethnic and local communities, arts and school groups, all of whom gave freely of their time to help make this such a wonderful community event.

“So too, to the local, State and Federal Governments, sponsors, media colleagues and organising committee members, whose support for the event has been amazing and whose ongoing commitment to this amazing event makes it possible.”

Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks spoke in Parliament on Monday, June 23, and praised the event.

“The 5 Lands is about a celebration of all it means to be Australian, and along each of the 5 Lands, people were treated to a wonderful cultural mix of Indigenous dance, and Greek, Chinese, African, Irish and Latino festivities,” said Ms Wicks.

“There’s a real sense of connection cultivated by this annual walk, which is all

about connecting people to people and people to place.

“I’ve done the Walk several times, and I’ve got many fond memories, memories that will last a lifetime.

“This year, the Opening Ceremony at MacMasters Beach Surf Life Saving Club was again disrupted as we turned mid-speeches to watch a whale breach the surface of the water.

“It was a breathtaking sight.

“The 5 Lands Walk is rightly becoming one of the biggest tourism events of the year on the Central Coast.

“One of reasons the 5 Lands Walk is so successful is because it is run by a dedicated and passionate

team of volunteers and today I rise to honour and thank them for their commitment and vision, especially Executive Committee members including President Con Ryan, Tony Powell, Pauline Wright and Lindsay Cunningham, as well as the many sponsors, surf clubs and around 500 volunteers that have made the 5 Lands Walk such a unique and memorable event on the Central Coast calendar,” said Ms Wicks.

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Grieve Cl bridge reaches first completed stage

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inister for Roads and F r e i g h t Duncan Gay was joined by Minister for the Central Coast Rob Stokes and Member for Gosford Chris Holstein on Tuesday, July 1, to inspect the first completed stage of the new bridge over Grieve Close at West Gosford.

Minister Gay said the completed work was part of the NSW Government’s $170 million Central Coast Highway intersection upgrade.

“More than 55,000 vehicles a day travel along the Central Coast Highway at West Gosford and the bridge is being built in three stages, so the road can remain open causing minimal impact to

Walkers enroute from MacMasters Beach and (inset) Swimsuit sculpture by Avoca artist Wilhelmina Vilar

ver 17,000 locals and visitors participated in the 5 Lands Walk held on Saturday, June 21.

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Minister for the Central Coast Mr Rob Stokes; Roads and Maritime Services regional manager for the Hunter Ms Anna Zycki, Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein and Minister for Roads and Freight Mr Duncan Gay

motorists,” Minister Gay said.

When completed, the new bridge will be about 23.5 metres long, 30 metres

wide and include 14 precast and pre-tensioned concrete ‘Super T’ girders, each weighing 33 tonnes.

Mr Stokes said motorists

got the first look at the new bridge when westbound traffic was moved onto the completed section. ”Now that traffic has

been diverted onto the new section of the bridge, work has now started on the second stage,” Mr Stokes said.

“The bridge is expected to be finished in late 2014, weather permitting.”

Mr Holstein said the Central Coast Highway intersection upgrade at West Gosford involved widening and realigning Brisbane Water Dr and Manns Rd to form a single intersection with traffic lights.

Minister Gay said: “The $170 million upgrade is part of the NSW Government’s commitment to deliver safe, efficient and high quality services and infrastructure to the community and businesses of the Central Coast.”

Major work started in November 2013 and is expected to be completed in late 2016, weather permitting.

Media release, 1 Jul 2014 Chris Holstein, Member for Gosford

NRMA welcomes increased spending on Coast roads

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he recently announced NSW Budget has resulted in a $15.8 million increase in spending on Central Coast roads over 2014-15, including funds for the continued construction of the Central Coast Highway and planning for future widening of the Pacific Motorway in two locations.

Spending on Central Coast roads has increased from $54.1 million in last year’s budget, to $69.9 million in 2014-15.

NRMA local director Kyle Loades welcomed the NSW Government’s new funding commitments.

“The injection of new funds into important projects is absolutely essential to help relieve congestion and improve traffic flow in the area,” said Mr Loades.

“Even though getting the

planning underway is just the first phase of these longawaited major projects, the money will come as a relief to local motorists.”

Funding allocations in the Central Coast region included: $24 million to continue construction of the upgrade of the Central Coast Highway intersection with Brisbane Water Dr and Manns Rd at West Gosford; $1.6 million to continue planning for the future widening of the

Pacific Motorway between Kariong interchange and Somersby interchange; $6 million to continue planning for the widening of the Pacific Motorway between Wyong Rd and the Doyalson Link Rd; $12 million for Gosford Council to continue construction for the replacement of railway level crossing on Woy Woy Rd at Horsfield Bay; $2.5 million to complete planning and commence early works for the Pacific Highway

and Wyong Rd intersection upgrade at Tuggerah (as part of the $5 million project allocation in 2014/15); $2.5 million to complete planning and commence early works for the Wyong Rd with Enterprise Dr intersection upgrade (as part of the $5 million project allocation in 2014/15); $2 million to complete planning and commence early works for the upgrade of Wyong Rd between Mingara Dr and Tumbi Rd; $1.5 million to continue planning for widening the Pacific Highway to four lanes between Parsons Rd and Ourimbah St, Lisarow;

$800,000 to continue planning for the future upgrade of the Pacific Highway between Manns Rd, Narara and Parsons Rd, Lisarow; $3.8 million to repair The Entrance Bridge over Tuggerah Lake on Central Coast Highway; $10 million to continue construction of the upgrade of the intersection of Terrigal Dr and Charles Kay Dr. The NSW Government has budgeted $283.7 million for road safety, including $240 million for the Community Road Safety Fund.

Mr Loades said the NRMA called for all

money hypothecated from camera detected fines and reinvested into road safety in 2012 and the NSW Government listened by creating the Community Road Safety Fund.

“It’s important that we continue to see hypothecated funding for the Community Road Safety Fund retained in 2014-15, regardless of the number of traffic fines,” Mr Loades said.

Media release, 18 Jun 2014 The National Roads and Motorists’ Association

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Wallarah 2 grant for Norah Head Boating and Recovery Club (L-R) Norah Head Boating and Recovery Club treasurer Mr Phil Williams, Wallarah 2 community manager Mr Peter Smith, Club secretary John Adams and Commodore Alan Mitchell standing near the landslip

Deputy Prime Minister and Regional Development Australia support airport ollowing Deputy Prime Minister Warren Truss’s backing of plans for a regional airport recently, Regional Development Australia Central Coast (RDACC) has commended the foresight and vision around the proposed airport development.

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RDACC CEO Mr John Mouland said: “We applaud Warren Truss, Federal Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development, and his support for a regional airport.”

“We are thrilled too that Central Coast locals will benefit from the unified approach being taken toward the development of the regional airport, with the Coalition government set to work with local and state governments to advance on the regulatory and planning issues required to bring the airport to

fruition by 2020.

“This regional airport is a key infrastructure project that we believe will address some of the long-term needs of our region.

“We support Wyong Shire Council’s plan for the airport and the steps being taken to deliver better outcomes for the Central Coast.

“A regional airport will provide a catalyst for a wide array of infrastructure across the region as new and existing businesses take advantage of the increased traffic and

activity.

“It is also an important initiative that responds to our region’s projected population growth, as governments work to put in place essential infrastructure to meet the growing needs of our region.

“The development of a regional airport is one of many initiatives that RDACC sees as fundamental to instigating real change on the Central Coast,” said Mr Mouland.

Media release, 14 Jul 2014 Elizabeth Westrup, RDACC

allarah 2 Coal Project’s Community Foundation has presented Norah Head Boating and Recovery Club with grant funding to assist the volunteer-run organisation in rectifying damage to the property’s retaining wall.

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Following a large storm that ripped through the area three years ago, Norah Head Boating and Recovery Club discovered that significant damage had been done to the retaining wall in front of the clubhouse.

Since the storm, the damage to the retaining wall has resulted in a landslip that impacts community access to the beach and ultimately threatens to cause damage to the clubhouse itself and more significant landslip activity.

The clubhouse, which was built by volunteers over four decades ago, has been forced to carry out a long, tedious and costly process to get permission to fix the retaining wall, a process which can now continue thanks to funding provided by Wallarah 2.

Norah Head Boating and Recovery Club secretary Mr John Adams said: “This $3,000 funding grant, generously provided to us by

Wallarah 2, is a significant contribution that will allow us to continue carrying out surveys and reporting so that we may work towards getting the approvals required to address the landslide.”

“The Club had at this point exhausted all financial resources, after funding numerous surveys of the site and attaining the required approvals from Crown Land.

“This grant will to go towards the next step in the process and take us closer to finally correcting the retaining wall instability caused by the landslide.

“The building of a new retaining wall will stabilise the landslip material, restore the grassed area which is currently fenced off, secure the clubhouse and return a large section of beach for use by the local community.”

Wallarah 2 community manager Mr Peter Smith said: “The Norah Head

Boating and Recovery Club is iconic among the close Norah Head community and provides facilities for the likes of Marine Rescue NSW as well as local exercise groups, the NSW Police, diving groups and the broader community, who access Cabbage Tree Beach through their premises.”

“It would be a tragic loss if the land was to continue slipping and the clubhouse was lost.

“Extending a hand to help the Norah Head Boating and Recovery Club, an organisation that gives so much back to the community, is something that Wallarah 2 is extremely proud of.

“We hope that this funding will assist their efforts and hope it will go a long way to stabilising the land and future of the Club.”

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P6 - Wyong Regional Chronicle - July 18, 2014

Brush Rd closed after NBN rollout in Gorokan shrouded in mystery illegal dumping

he National Broadband Network will soon be rolled out in Gorokan, but no details are available on what to expect, according to Member for Shortland Ms Jill Hall.

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yong Council and Fire and Rescue NSW have completed a clean-up of Brush Rd, Ourimbah, after an incidence of illegal dumping.

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Brush Rd was reopened to residents around 6:15pm on Monday, July 7, after being closed for more than eight hours as staff investigated and cleaned up fibro cement sheeting suspected to contain asbestos.

A further illegal dump of material suspected to contain asbestos was reported by Fire and Rescue NSW to council on Tuesday, July 8.

The find was near the one discovered on Monday, however, was of a different nature and was treated as a separate

incident.

Wyong Council’s director of building and development Mr Scott Cox said it was frustrating to see people potentially put at risk to save money.

“The amount of material dumped along Brush Rd yesterday (July 7) would have cost around $25 to dispose of properly at Buttonderry Waste Management Facility,” he said.

“Instead it has cost our ratepayers more than $2,700 for an eight hour clean-up effort and put numerous residents,

council and Fire and Rescue NSW staff at risk.

“This doesn’t include the costs for Fire and Rescue NSW and NSW Police staff and resources on the scene.

“The real cost of such a clean-up is clearly much more.

Investigations into the source of the material are underway, however, council is continuing to call for anyone that may have noticed suspicious behaviour to report it.

Media release, 8 Jul 2014 Wyong Council media

uncertainties about who can connect their properties to the node, how much it will cost them and what the capacity for service will be.

“This is simply not good enough.

“Already my office is getting telephone calls from residents who are asking questions about what it all means.

“My office has tried to contact NBN Co for clarification but they simply refer us to the Minister’s office.

“Then when we ring the Minister’s office we get very vague responses which do not answer all the necessary questions.

“People in Gorokan deserve to know what (if any) service they will get.

Ms Hall said she cautiously welcomed the rollout plan, however, was concerned about exactly what service would be delivered.

“The Communications Minister came to town to spruik about the NBN locally,” she said.

“But there are huge gaps in the information being provided with only selected properties having access to the service but no-one knowing which properties these will be, let alone how it will all work.

“Labor committed to an NBN service which delivered fibre to the premises.

“The Turnbull NBN only provides fibre to the node.

“There are then

“We are told that only a certain number of properties will be included in the rollout but people need to know which properties these are.

“They also deserve to know when it will happen, how much it will cost to connect, when their old services will be switched off and whether it is compulsory to change over to the new, higher-cost service.

“The Minister should be more upfront and provide proper information to the community,” said Ms Hall.

Media release, 3 Jul 2014 Lisa McDermott, office of Jill Hall MP

Council to act on NSW Government’s renege yong Council has received a report on the funding of water usage rebates for residents affected by the October 2013 bushfires and resolved to express its disappointment at the NSW Government’s decision not to assist with the funding of the water rebates offered to affected residents.

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arrange a delegation to approach the State Treasurer or Premier on this matter.

Mayor Cr Doug Eaton said: “We made a promise to our residents that they would be reimbursed for these costs and council will honour that promise.”

The decision comes despite initial undertakings to do so and the NSW Government’s decision to do so for residents in Lake Macquarie and the Blue Mountains.

Council directed the general manager to

“However I am extremely disappointed and frustrated that the NSW Government has failed to do the same, leaving council and our ratepayers out of pocket.

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Freemasons support many organisations

Elandra Women and Children’s Refuge under new management oast Shelter will assume the administration and management of all homeless refuges on the Central Coast, including Elandra Women and Children’s Refuge in Toukley.

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Following a competitive tendering process, through which the State Government implemented a total reform of homeless services in NSW, Coast Shelter has been given the responsibility for eight homeless refuges on the Central Coast.

“Each of the three women’s refuges on the Central Coast will continue as women and women with accompanying children only refuges, and will provide the same level of accommodation as was previously the case,” said Coast Shelter executive officer Mr Laurie Maher.

“While Coast

Shelter will have the responsibility for running these refuges, it will set up an Advisory Committee, comprised only of women, who will ensure that the feminist principles necessary to ensure the homeless women are assisted in an empathic and professional manner,” said Mr Maher.

Coast Shelter has also been allocated the responsibility to manage two highly successful programs, providing accommodation to homeless men and young women.

Media release, 3 Jul 2014 Laurie Maher, Coast Shelter

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Representatives of Freemasons on the Central Coast handing over the cheque at Terrigal Surf Club

he Freemasons on the Central Coast have recently committed funding of $135,000 to Surf Life Saving Central Coast and ongoing support to clubs like Terrigal for the latest inflatable rescue boat.

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Other Central Coast based groups that have benefited from Freemasons included Marine Rescue Tuggerah Lakes with a donation of over $7,500 to support the upgrade and installation of radio equipment for more effective

communications as well as a $4,000 donation to the Operational Support Brigade NSW Rural Fire Service for the purchase of new equipment required to help the team with their job.

The Central Coast Freemasons have also

showed their support for health and education through the donation of more than $6,000 in new equipment for children’s and maternity services at Gosford and Wyong hospitals, while scholarships have been provided to 10 students

at the Ourimbah Campus of Newcastle as a result of $5,000 donated by Freemasons on the Central Coast.

The amount donated to coastal organisations by Freemasons has exceeded $1 million over the past four years.

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Airport proposal lacks community consultation

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An enlightening trip to Maccas

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experienced an amazing time at Lake Haven McDonalds recently.

A new staff member,

refer to your front page article about controversy over Wyong who was obviously Council’s purchase of significant industrial-zoned land. impaired, was being

In the words of the mayor: “Securing this land now shows how serious we are about establishing a regional airport by 2020 to help grow the local economy and boost jobs on the Coast.”

Local residents should be aware that the NSW Department of Planning rejected the inclusion of the airport in the new Wyong LEP 2013 - partly because of the lack of community consultation.

While the mayor has often repeated his mantra, there is not the

slightest evidence that the much vaunted Central Coast Regional Airport is warranted or viable, let alone that it will become “the hub of a business and logistics industry”.

Or that ‘airport related’ jobs would outnumber those available were the land developed for industry.

The decision was supposedly “subject to a thorough due diligence and valuation

exercise”, which was not acknowledged in the mayor’s media release, nor was the fact that the mayor used his casting vote to force his desired decision on this proposal.

I think many locals would prefer that mayor Cr Eaton start making decisions like a mature mayor rather than behaving like a fictional Biggles with a flight fetish.

Email, 9 Jul 2014 Kevin Armstrong, Tumbi Umbi

Conflict of interest concerns re land purchase

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s a Wyong resident and local businessman I have major concern about the dealings of Wyong Council past and present.

In particular, the current intention of Wyong Council to purchase a parcel of land from Terrace Towers.

Has any investigation been made into possible conflicts of interests, more specifically in relation to Wyong councillors, employees or related parties having any financial interest or future financial interest in the land in question?

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On a different note, the story on David Harris was sensational.

I have known David since his school days at Woy Woy High School (I was a teacher and David was school captain).

David is the “model” politician with the highest integrity and ethics and

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Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks said the number of premises to be covered in Woy Woy would be announced once planning and design work was completed.

She said the agreement expanded the trial already announced in Umina.

End users are expected to be eligible to connect to high speed services in 2015.

Ms Wicks said that the project would provide much needed relief for the region, which has traditionally had poor broadband infrastructure.

“We have taken the steps to get this project on track after so many years of misinformation and frustration,” Ms Wicks said.

“These upgrades will truly revolutionise the way people

connect in their homes and businesses.

“It is vitally important we don’t waste another four years waiting for these upgrades.”

Under the project, the NBN Co and Telstra will cooperate to design, plan and construct the fibre to the node network.

Once construction is complete, the NBN Co will cooperate with industry to finalise the design of FTTN products and connect endusers.

Communications Minister Malcolm Turnbull said the reform of the NBN project has resulted in a sharp increase in construction activity.

“We went to the election promising to get the NBN project done sooner and at less cost,” Mr Turnbull said.

“Today’s announcement shows we are delivering on that promise.”

Media release, 27 Jun 2014 Tim Sowden, Office of Lucy Wicks MP

Under current policy, the general manager is able to determine applications below $15 million providing there are less than six objections to the proposal.

Councillors voted unanimously for the decision to “make no alterations to the delegations of the CEO”.

Cr Vicki Scott spoke against the recommendation saying she was “really surprised” when she read of the proposal to change the general manager’s delegations.

“I only saw this on the agenda, like the rest of the members of the

public; that was the first time I saw it.”

She said it was a “threat to democratic integrity” and it would be a “sad day” if it ever happened.

“Councillors are elected by the community and have a responsibility to represent the interests of the community.

“The general manager was not elected to represent the interests of the community.

“I understand it’s about streamlining processes but this would be at a cost of representation to the public.

“We wouldn’t be needed,” said Cr Scott.

Cr Chris Burke echoed Cr Scott’s sentiments.

“I believe it is our democratic right to represent the people and I don’t want that right taken away,” said Cr Burke.

Cr Hilary Morris said giving the general manager authority to make such decisions “would have

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The tender gives Coast Shelter responsibility for the eight homeless refuges on the Central Coast.

“Each of the three women’s refuges on the Central Coast will continue as women only and women with accompanying children only refuges and will provide the

Minister for Communications Malcolm Turnbull, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Communications Paul Fletcher, Member for Hinkler Keith Pitt MP and Member for Robertson Lucy Wicks MP at the announcement in Canberra

removed the opportunity for the elected representatives of Gosford citizens to consider developments which might be controversial”.

“The Greens see the attempt to remove discussion from the public arena of the council chamber to behind closed doors as the same ideology as the State Government’s proposed but rejected planning laws.

“The Greens congratulate all the councillors present for standing up for the local community against this erosion of democracy.”

The report to council by the director governance and planning said that the current restrictions means determinations of matters are delayed pending consideration by council.

“In keeping with the council’s tag ‘Open for Business’, residents and ratepayers would be better served if the general manager could determine all applications that are in accordance with council

policies,” the report stated.

Peninsula Chamber of Commerce has rejected the suggestion that the proposal would have reduced the rights of the community.

“At a time when the City (of Gosford) needs to get moving and encourage investment in our major town centres, a regular review of the general manager’s delegation is entirely appropriate”, said Chamber president Mr Matthew Wales.

“Clearly the motion had nothing to do with compromising the rights of the community nor affecting the ability of councillors to be involved in the planning process”.

“We support the need for the general manager to be able to deal with development applications more efficiently and in shorter time frames so we did not necessarily have a problem with the increase in his powers of delegation”, said Matthew Wales.

“It has always been our position that council meetings should not be overly burdened with deliberations on development applications where, providing they are compliant, the matter can be dealt with by staff.

“Regardless, the increase in delegation to the GM would still have enabled an application to be called up by councillors to a council meeting if there were significant objections or community concerns”, said Mr Wales.

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The action came after a petition with 360 signatures was received by council from people who regularly crossed Wellington St to access the shops at Umina.

According to the report to council by the Local Traffic Committee, Wellington St provided access to parking at three locations (Bullion St, Alfred St and Oscar St) for the Umina Beach shopping strip.

“It also provides an alternative east-west route to West St which often becomes congested due to the mix of vehicles and pedestrians,” states the report.

A pedestrian and vehicle survey was carried out on Thursday, March 27, at three locations along Wellington St in an attempt to assess the need for pedestrian

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facilities.

According to the report, the results of the survey needed to be considered in the context of the proposed outcomes of the Umina Beach Village Centre Transport Management and Accessibility Plan completed in May last year.

The Plan recommended the diversion of through traffic away from the village centre and the provision of improved pedestrian links between the village centre and the surrounding residential areas and beaches.

The Transport Management and Accessibility Plan recommended several upgrade projects in Wellington St including traffic signals at the Ocean Beach Rd- Wellington St intersection, construction of a roundabout at the Trafalgar Ave- Wellington St intersection and pedestrian

refuges in Wellington St at Alfred St and Bullion St. The report stated that the proposed intersection upgrades at each end of Wellington St would both include pedestrian facilities in the future, so no action to provide these was necessary at this time.

“In regard to the provision of mid-block pedestrian facilities, the eastern end of Wellington St, between Trafalgar Ave and Bullion St, recorded the highest volumes of pedestrians (191) and vehicles (3411) over the two three hour periods of the survey,” says the report.

“These results indicate that a pedestrian facility should be provided towards the eastern end of Wellington St.” Gosford Council agenda TR.14.44, 8 Jul 2014

...but not for Ettalong Gosford Council has decided not to install a pedestrian crossing at an existing pedestrian refuge in Ocean View Rd, Ettalong, despite receiving a petition with 396 signatures.

The petition requested the installation of a pedestrian crossing and speed hump at the corner of Ocean View Rd and Schnapper Rd. The petition claimed there was a high volume of speeding traffic and a high level of pedestrian activity to

It helps young mothers and vulnerable people to re-engage with the community and develop skills which lead to employment.

It was extremely successful and helped turn peoples’ lives around.

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same level of accommodation as was previously the case,” said Coast Shelter executive officer Mr Laurie Maher said the women’s refuge would continue to operate as previously.

He said an advisory committee, comprised only of women with feminist principles, would ensure homeless women and victims of domestic violence were assisted in an empathic and professional manner.

Media release, 3 Jul 2014 Laurie Maher, Coast Shelter

and from the cinema, restaurants, markets and ferry.

It stated that the pedestrian crossing and speed hump were needed to avoid someone being seriously injured.

The council decided to take no action after it was told that the traffic and pedestrian counts did not meet the numbers required to justify a crossing.

The count was carried out on Sunday, March 30, between the hours of 1:45pm and 4:45pm.

The pedestrians counted crossed Ocean View Dr, west of

Schnapper Rd, with a total of 406 recorded.

Of these, 97 used the existing pedestrian refuge and the remaining 309 crossed at various locations west of the refuge.

A total of 866 vehicles used Ocean View Rd during the count.

The figures averaged 136 pedestrians and 289 vehicles per hour.

The Local Traffic Committee told council that it should be noted that while the cinema and restaurants operate daily, the markets only operate on weekends and public

holidays.

The committee also noted there was no recognised desire line for pedestrians who were observed to cross at various locations along Ocean View Dr. The committee’s report stated: “Roads and Maritime Services advised that the purpose of the warrant formula is to ensure that pedestrian crossings are only provided where necessary.

“Experience has shown that unused pedestrian crossings lead to motorist complacency and increased crashes at the location.”

It said that council had considered the matter in 2007 and resolved not to provide a linemarked pedestrian crossing then.

It asked the RTA to consider extending the proposed Ettalong Beach CBD 40km/h speed limit to the intersection of Schnapper Rd. Roads and Maritime Services had since indicated it would not do so.

Gosford Council agenda TR.14.39, 8 Jul 2014

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he Better Futures, Local Solutions program has been an outstanding success on the Central Coast as it targeted people who are acutely disadvantaged and disengaged.

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store is very supportive of our local community.

There are notices displayed in the store promoting a fundraiser for a local family in a time of need.

I saw McDonalds in a different light.

Ash from Job Centre explained that he is part of a charity aiming to bring a Robotic cancer machine to each state in

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Coast Shelter has won a tender to run all three homeless refuges on the Peninsula: Youth Angle in Umina, Woy Woy Women and Children’s Refuge and Woy Woy Youth Refuge.

Council rejects ‘threat to democracy’ Gosford councillors have rejected as a “threat to democracy” a proposal from council general manager Mr Paul Anderson, giving him power to determine all planning applications that he deemed were in accordance with council’s policies.

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Fibre-to-the-node to come to Woy Woy The NBN Co and Telstra have reached an agreement to provide fibre-to-the-node broadband to Woy Woy as well as Umina.

with the best interests of the Wyong Electorate, the Central Coast and NSW at heart.

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I spoke to the gentleman overseeing this experience.

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The people of the Central Coast deserve better from this government and funding for the program should be reinstated.

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Attempted abduction at Bateau Bay olice are appealing for information after a girl was approached in Bateau Bay on Friday, July 11.

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Just after 3pm, a 17-year-old girl was at a bus stop on The Entrance Rd when four men approached her in a white vehicle.

Police have been told one of the men got out of the car, grabbed the girl’s arm and attempted to entice her into the vehicle.

A passer-by went to the

assistance of the girl and the four men drove from the scene.

OfďŹ cers attached to Tuggerah Lakes Local Area Command were called and commenced investigations.

As they continue their

Major blue at Blue Haven olice are investigating a ďŹ ght at Blue Haven on Saturday, July 5, that left three teenagers in hospital.

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Emergency services were called to Blue Ridge Dr just before midnight following reports of a brawl at a house party.

A 17-year-old male was found lying on the street with a large cut to his face and minor stab wound to his chest.

It’s believed the teen had attended the party and was assaulted by another male.

He was taken to John Hunter Hospital for treatment.

Following this, two teenagers were assaulted inside the home.

A 19-year-old man was taken to Wyong Hospital with head and facial injuries, while another teen was taken to Gosford Hospital.

Police from Tuggerah Lakes Local Area Command established a crime scene and have commenced inquiries into the incident.

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investigations, police are appealing for any witnesses to the incident, or anyone with information to contact them, as the area is believed to have been busy at the time of the incident.

Police would also like to speak with the passer-by who provided assistance to the girl.

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PaciďŹ c Highway fatality 24 year old man from Bonnells Bay has died after his car hit a concrete pole and burst into ames on Thursday, July 10.

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At about 12:15am, emergency services responded to reports of a car on ďŹ re on the PaciďŹ c Highway at Lake Munmorah.

It is believed the Holden Commodore was travelling south when it left the road, hit a concrete pole and ignited.

The body was located near the vehicle.

A crime scene was established, and police from Tuggerah Lakes Local Area Command are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.

man has faced court after allegedly assaulting a police ofďŹ cer in Kanwal on Sunday, July 13.

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Just after 2pm, a police ofďŹ cer was on patrol driving along Wallarah Rd, Kanwal, about 9km north east of Wyong, when he approached a group of four men.

When the ofďŹ cer noticed one of the men walking in the middle of the road, he stopped the police car and approached the man, instructing him to walk on the footpath.

The man then allegedly assaulted the police ofďŹ cer, punching him repeatedly causing him to fall to the ground.

The group then ed the scene and the ofďŹ cer called for assistance.

He was treated at

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 conďŹ dence.

Wyong Hospital for cuts and bruising to his face and arms, and later released.

OfďŹ cers attached to Tuggerah Lakes Local Area Command c o m m e n c e d investigations and a short

time later located two men outside a home on Wallarah Rd. The pair was arrested and a third man was located and arrested in the home.

The three men were taken to Wyong Police Station.

A 19-year-old man was charged with assault police ofďŹ cer in execution of duty and an unrelated matter.

He was refused bail and appeared at Gosford Local Court the following day.

The remaining two men were released pending further inquiries.

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Firearms found in burned vehicle at Watanobbi olice are appealing for information after ďŹ rearms were located near Wyong on Friday, July 11.

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At around 4pm, emergency services were called to reports of a ďŹ re in bushland on Sinclair Crescent, Watanobbi.

On arrival, police found NSW Fire and Rescue ofďŹ cers attending the ďŹ re.

Further examination of the area revealed a vehicle had been burnt, with the following ďŹ rearms in the car: one single barrel shotgun;

two ries; one replica handgun; one knife; and ammunition.

The items were found partially burnt.

OfďŹ cers attached to Tuggerah Lakes Local Area Command attended and established a crime scene.

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The Awards have grown since first starting in 1994 when we saw Toukley Sleep & Furniture Shop being the first ones to win “Business of the Year”. Since then some of the winners have been Trio Embroidery 2004, Doyalson Animal Hospital 2012 and Wand Optometrist 2013.

Business of the year winner receives advertising packages from NBN Television, Central Coast Radio 2GO and Wyong Regional Chronicle.

Chamber President Robyn Earley said: “Last year we had businesses entering from Lake Munmorah, such as Utopia Hair Artistry and Beauty, which saw Sam O’Sullivan become “Employee of the Year” winner.

Robyn also said: “It’s so positive to see young business people like Kyana Maguire from Massey’s Black Belt Academy enter and win the Young Entrepreneur Award. This Award recognises the positive contribution made to businesses by young business people and professionals. It recognises how they demonstrate outstanding entrepreneurial spirit, strategic business direction, and innovative ideas whilst providing inspiration to a new generation of upcoming young business people.

Nominations start 30th June and close 5th September and are open to businesses operating in the Northern end of the Wyong Shire.

major poultry processing company will build a multi-million recent job losses at Inghams Chickens in dollar plant in North Wyong and create up to 93 new jobs.

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Acting Premier and Minister for Regional Infrastructure and Services Mr Andrew Stoner said the NSW Government would support the company with financial assistance through the Regional Industries Investment Fund (RIIF), the amount of which is commercial in confidence.

Mr Stoner said Cordina Chicken Farms Pty Ltd would build a food manufacturing facility at North Wyong to produce

fresh and frozen, readyto-eat gourmet products.

“This will be the first facility of its kind in Australia and it represents a level of innovation never seen before in the Australian chicken and meat manufacturing industries,” Mr Stoner said.

“Cordina is already working with a major supermarket chain to launch a large range of products which will come from the new facility.

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osford and Wyong have been selected as locations for two new ‘Smart Work Hubs’ under a NSW Government pilot program worth $1.5 million.

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“The arrival of Cordina will also provide a climate of greater stability for chicken broiler farms, further strengthening this industry sector which is worth between $131 million and $186 million to the Central Coast economy each year.”

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Farms was a family owned business operating in NSW for 68 years and currently employing more than 500 staff.

“Cordina already sources a substantial amount of its chicken produce from broiler farms on the Central Coast but the North Wyong project is its first major project in the region,” Mr Stoner said.

“The new job opportunities will help to lift confidence in the region after the

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Acting Premier and Minister for Trade and Investment Andrew Stoner and Member for Gosford Chris Holstein announced on Thursday, July 3, that the two projects would be up and running by the end of the year, offering commuters on the Central Coast alternative work locations closer to home.

“Smart Work Hubs are convenient alternatives to normal work spaces and are focused on large commuter populations, like the Central Coast,” Mr Stoner said.

“The Central Coast will join three other Smart Work Hubs in Western Sydney and will operate for a minimum of 12 months under our pilot program.

“Local projects will be led and managed by Gosford City Council, as part of the redeveloped Kibbleplex Centre, and the Nexus Hub in a North Wyong business park.

“These Smart Work

Hubs will offer a wide range of facilities for corporate clients or casual users, including fast broadband, Wi-Fi, video conferencing, meeting spaces and kitchens.”

Mr Holstein said the Smart Work Hubs would offer Central Coast commuters huge benefits.

“Around 40,000 residents commute outside the Central Coast region each day for work and this can have significant impact on their work/life balance,” Mr Holstein said.

“By establishing Smart Work Hubs in locations with large commuter populations, we can take advantage of the benefits of using technology to support smart working practices.

“New technology and high speed broadband are changing the way people work and NSW has much to gain by taking a leading position in this emerging landscape.”

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onstruction of the new Metro Cinema on Wyong Council land at Lake Haven is progressing well with the most dramatic transformation soon to take place.

The cinema will seemingly materialise when the prefabricated walls, weighing up to 56 tonnes, and a decorative front panel are raised into position by crane this month.

Wyong mayor Cr Doug Eaton said the site was transforming into a great asset that the community would soon be able to enjoy.

“We already see it as a strategic resource and constructive investment, but when the walls are up it will actually start looking like a cinema,” Cr Eaton said.

“The project has created jobs during the construction stage, and once finalised, it will provide another 25 jobs, enhance the local

economy and provide an ongoing income stream in the form of the lease agreement with operator Metro Cinemas.

Manager of property development Mr Steve Mann said it is encouraging to see the Lake Haven Town Centre Master Plan coming together and the project becoming a reality.

“I can almost smell the popcorn,” said Mr Mann.

“I’m really looking forward to taking my family to see one of the latest blockbusters over Christmas,” Mr Mann said.

“I invite the community to come down to Lake Haven and enjoy the new facilities there which will soon include a new skate park near the tennis

courts.”

The skate park was previously located on the cinema site and has been moved to a new location behind the YMCA. It is in now in the second stage of construction, which involves creating concrete slabs for the ramps and half pipes.

The remodelled skate park is due to open for use in the summer school holidays.

“We hope Lake Haven town centre will be a thriving hub by the end of next year, with recreational, dining, shopping and local services available to residents,” said Mr Mann.

DA lodged for Coast’s tallest building wners of an iconic site at The Entrance have lodged a development application with Wyong Council that, if approved, would see the long-vacant eyesore become a modern 20-storey apartment block.

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“This is set to become the tallest building on the whole Central Coast and a landmark for The Entrance,” said Wyong Council mayor Cr Doug Eaton.

“I’m very pleased to see that our efforts to proactively work with the owners of the site – as part Media release, 4 Jul 2014 of our Iconic Sites program Wyong Council media – has got this off the ground and we now see a solid proposal for a $40.5 million development.”

The application is for a 20 storey tower building with 135 apartments, 212 car spaces and 1,330m2 of yong Regional Chamber of Commerce manager – town food and drink retail space coordinator Ms Karen McLean has announced her resignation on two parcels of land at from the position but said she hoped to continue working with 14 The Entrance Rd and 2 Ocean Pde. everyone as an executive board member.

The application includes public domain Ms McLean said centre businesses and their support and look improvements and she would nominate community groups,” said forward to continuing our landscaping of rooftop Chamber friendship and terraces. for a board position at Ms McLean.

“I will be moving networking with you all the Chamber’s annual “A generation of into a management role soon,” said Ms McLean. meeting in August. residents has grown up only “I have held this with my family business Email, 14 Jul 2014 ever seeing a fenced-off, Driveline position for over three Coastal Karen McLean, Wyong vacant lot beside the KFC years and have enjoyed Specialist, Charmhaven Regional Chamber of in The Entrance,” said the working with all of our early August.

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enjoy a great new dining area and take advantage of the new jobs that will come with a development of this size and scope – both during construction and after the new building opens, particularly for those in the hospitality and tourism industries.”

The Development Application will be assessed by council staff, with input from external bodies including Roads and Maritime Services.

However, due to the value of the development, approval will be determined by the Hunter and Central Coast Joint Regional Planning Panel.

Council’s director of development of building Mr Scott Cox said council’s Local Environmental Plan allows council to play a great

role in facilitating economic growth by providing practical incentives like additional height and staged developer contributions for 28 identified sites.

“The incentives make potential development more viable, and in return, the community benefits from design excellence, green building design and ‘public domain improvements’ like public streetscape upgrades, cycleways, public art and community facilities,” said Mr Cox. “The Iconic Sites program identified 28 sites across the Shire that have the potential to be a catalyst for economic growth and development confidence and is now a part of our new Wyong LEP 2013.”

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Positive Ageing Strategy Strategic priority No.3 - Getting Around

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Getting Around, one of the strategic priorities within the Strategy, includes information on licence retention, road safety education, public and community transport (including access to, affordability and alternative options), parking, mobility, shared pathways, footpaths and roads.

Following are the key issues identified in this strategy priority and a list of what councils can do about them.

Further information is available in the draft document.

Key Issues for the Central Coast: • Heavy reliance on the car as the main form of transport • Retaining licence and independence • Gap in the availability of disabled access and seniors parking spaces to meet demand • Need for programs to assist older residents to drive safely, improve road and pedestrian safety awareness and increase confidence in using public transport • The geography of the region and settlement patterns presents a challenge for the provision of public transport links • Limited public transport Sponsored by

options in some areas of the region • Barriers to public transport use such as coordination of bus and train timetables, access to information and long travel times • Greater demand to travel for healthcare, medical and recreation reasons and less demand for travel to and from work and within peak travel times • Need for research and pilot projects to determine the best ways to transition people from cars to public transport and then to community transport to reduce vehicle dependency.

• Need to explore alternative options of transport including flexible and demand responsive models • Need for more specialist transport services (such as community transport) to cater for limited mobility and to reduce social isolation • Increased pressure on community transport services • Improved connectivity of the shared pathway network • Improved maintenance of transport infrastructure including footpaths, pathways and bus stops • Growth in use of mobility scooters

What Councils can do: • Continue to provide and maintain infrastructure that supports transport system – bus shelters, footpaths, shared pathways as per a capital rolling works program • Maintain footpaths to minimise trip hazards • Transport planning that encourages more effective, safe and

accessible transport routes and infrastructure • Integrate transport and land use planning to ensure well planned communities in close proximity to shops, healthcare services, social opportunities and transport • Advocate for improved public transport options for older people • Advocate for an increase in the coordination and frequency of transport services • Advocate for improved

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transport links between the Central Coast, Sydney and Newcastle • Promote and encourage alternative transport programs such as cycling • Develop and deliver road safety education programs targeted at older residents • Have a Traffic Committee to consider issues around traffic control devices and facilities and access • Provide additional disabled/seniors parking

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What Others can Do: State government through the Roads and Maritime Service (RMS) and Transport for NSW has the primary responsibility for providing public transport and regulations for road usage.

• Provide transport services and deliver public transport improvements • Ensure effective regulation • Improve transport infrastructure • Provide public transport customer information • Investigate alternative and flexible transport options • Community shuttle buses within town centres • Provide community transport services

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Memorandum of Understanding to reduce problem gambling

he women from the Wyee Clever Crafters group have started a new group on the Central Coast called Knitted Knockers.

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lubs from across the Central Coast met on June 2 at diggers@ the entrance, to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) The women are that will promote better collaboration between ClubsNSW, the providing knitted Office of Liquor, Gaming and Racing and local gambling counselling prosthetics for women services. who have undergone

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The MoU was established to promote stronger relations between Responsible Gambling Fund (RGF) Funded Counselling Services and registered clubs.

ClubsNSW CEO Anthony Ball said that he was looking forward to working closely with the Office of Liquor, Gaming and Racing and RGF-funded counselling services.

“We believe this MoU will benefit the community and will

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make it easier for clubs and counsellors to work together more efficiently,” he said.

“Local counselling services do great work in their communities and now, as a result of this MoU, they can work together with local clubs to identify and support those people who need the most help.

Minister for Hospitality, Gaming and Racing Troy Grant said: “It is great to see both RGF-Funded organisations and

registered clubs working together to begin a more collaborative approach when it comes to working in the problem gambling space,” he said.

“We believe this MoU will help build stronger relationships between counsellors and local clubs that, as a result, will benefit the local community in the long term,” Mr Grant said.

The new MoU will give clubs an opportunity to look at different ways they can work together with key local organisations to better promote counselling services.

Counselling services will now receive a MoU kit which will include a signed copy of the MoU, a letter of introduction endorsing the building of relations between member venues and funded services as well as a list of suggested outcomes that could be achieved through ongoing collaboration.

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a mastectomy and are unable to have a reconstruction or do not like wearing the commonly offered silicone prosthetics.

Group leader Ms Jill Richards stumbled across the idea after her close friend underwent a double mastectomy.

Living away from her friend, Jill said she felt powerless and trawled the Internet many times before discovering Knitted Knocker groups in America and the United Kingdom.

Despite giving up after starting her first pair, Jill said she was so glad she persisted.

“I’ve made several pairs for her now,” she said.

Jill’s friend uses them in preference to her silicone pair and said she finds them great when travelling.

One in eight women are diagnosed with breast cancer and Jill said she wants to help them achieve maximum comfort and support.

Ms Richards said silicone prosthetics have many drawbacks,

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including the fact they are hot in summer and cold in winter, often cause heat rashes and are heavy and uncomfortable to wear.

Jill said she knows many women “who simply don’t wear anything as the silicone ones cause them too much discomfort”.

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Catholic school teachers to stop work entral Coast teachers and support staff from Catholic schools in the Broken Bay Diocese will stop work on Tuesday, July 22.

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entral Coast Community College has been training the NSW the life of a rugby player,” Waratahs rugby union players to help them prepare for life once said Dr Barnes.

Approaching the their rugby career is over.

The College successfully bid for government funding to be able to deliver the Advanced Diploma in Management to selected players.

The training is delivered at the Waratahs training ground in Sydney and is delivered

by Newcastle University lecturer Dr Lisa Barnes.

Community College executive director Mr Jonathan Davis said: “This is a real coup for the college.

“The players have really enjoyed the training and I’m sure it will help them to plan for a career outside of the game.

“It also demonstrates the college’s ability to

deliver high quality accredited training.”

The course entails a combination of lectures, guest speakers and industry visits, giving students a first-hand experience of working in a business environment.

The players visited the Central Coast on Wednesday, June 25, visiting the Palmdale group, Masterfoods, and a school within the Kariong Correctional Centre facility to find out about some of the challenges that businesses are facing.

Dr Lisa Barnes said she was confident the program could continue to grow and encompass more rugby players in the future.

“With the coursework taking just six months, it presents a golden opportunity for these players to gain a qualification while they are playing rugby,” said Dr Barnes.

“Once they have completed this program, graduates then have the option to enter into an undergraduate degree or even a Masters Degree at University.

“The final assignment is a 30 minute presentation, which is beneficial for the players, not only in demonstrating their knowledge of the course, but it also adds to their media training and public speaking skills, which are all essential in

halfway stage of the course, the next few weeks present a busy period for the students, who will be receiving a guest lecture from Rugby Union Players’ Association CEO Greg Harris to add to the session already conducted with Waratah’s Rugby CEO Jason Allen and general manager of operations Philip Van Schalkwyk.

In tailoring the course to suit professional rugby players, the list also boasts Sydney Roosters CFO, Wallaby number 523 Ross Turnbull and other academics from the University of Newcastle.

Media release, 23 Jun 2014 Adrian Collins, TAFE Hunter Institute

Staff from schools, including Holy Cross in Kincumber, St Brigid’s in Lake Munmorah, St John the Baptist in Woy Woy, St Joseph’s in East Gosford and St Peters’ in Tuggerah Lakes, have voted to take part in the stop work action.

About 280 teachers and support staff and 4,250 students will be affected by the stopwork.

Teachers and support staff have overwhelmingly rejected a proposed enterprise agreement by the Catholic school employers which threatens to undermine quality education in Catholic schools, and remove hard fought for conditions.

“The history of the Catholic education system is one of struggle,” Independent Education Union (IEU) general secretary John Quessy said.

“The battleground on this occasion is the dismantling of conditions which underpin the delivery of quality education.

“Catholic school staff do not intend to deregulate themselves to fit neatly into a corporate model which dissolves trust between the employer and IEU members,” he said.

“For employers to seek a wholesale departure from existing practices is unnecessary and offensive.

“Stop work actions allow IEU members to vent their displeasure until the employer generated document is withdrawn.

“We’re prepared to keep up this struggle for as long as it takes.”

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“We committed to working with Wyong Shire Council in our ‘Growth Plan for the Central Coast’ prior to the election and I am pleased to see the ongoing development of this project,” Ms McNamara said.

“Council recently met with the Minister for Education, the Hon Christopher Pyne MP, who was interested in plans for improving education on the Central Coast.

“Currently in Dobell, only 16% of people are engaged in a tertiary or technical institution.

“It is crucial that we improve access to tertiary education in order to address local skills shortages and better meet the job challenges of the future.”

The proposed Warnervale campus and associated business park will cater for 7,000 students and create 1,500 permanent jobs.

It is proposed to complement the existing facilities on the Central Coast.

Wyong Council mayor Cr Doug Eaton and senior council staff met with the Commonwealth Department of Education to provide an overview of council’s university precinct.

“It was a great meeting, the Department understood the need for a significant increase in tertiary education provision on the Central Coast and the advantages of the proposed site at Warnervale,” he said.

“I’d like to thank our local Member Karen

McNamara for organising the meeting and assisting with this important project.

“I’d also like to thank the Minister for Education for his support following our meeting last month.”

Ms McNamara said she would continue to work closely with Wyong Council and the Department of Education to deliver upon the Government’s commitment.

“The Government is determined to improve access to higher education and we hope this new university precinct near orokan High School Year 11 student and aspiring artist, Lucy Warnervale will be McCudden, travelled from her home at Budgewoi in the school able to benefit from our holidays to take part in a four-day art workshop at the Museum reforms in this area,” Ms of Contemporary Art (MCA) in Sydney as a guest of The Smith Family.

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Media release, 15 Jul 2014 Luke Nayna, office of Karen McNamara MP

Students compete in Metro Cup yong Christian Community School’s junior and senior netball team competed in the Metro Cup held at Wangi Netball Courts on Thursday, June 19.

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“The girls had a fantastic day and enjoyed the experience whilst playing well and giving their all,” said principal Mr Darren Milligan.

The school teams placed fifth in the junior division and sixth in the senior division.

“We are very proud

of their efforts and achievements throughout the day,” he said.

Teams comprised Jasmine Hewitt, Morgan Chudleigh, Alannah Willis, Jones, Ebony Nolan, Kaidence Edworthy, Annissa Zofrea, Jessie Joester, Tayla Handel, Kirra Te Wani, Rebekah Cardwell,

Jade Danger, Grace Kirkland, Mia Kordic, Emily Smithers, Kiara Keehan, Dean, Indianna Lusted, Cayley Harris, Lilly, Belle Moncreiff and Sarah Warton.

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The Bella workshop ran from July 7 to 11, bringing Lucy together with 11 fellow Year 10 and 11 students from across the State for four days of artistic development.

Bella is staged twice each year for students supported by The Smith Family who are currently studying art subjects, or who possess a strong interest in artistic pursuits, to hone their interests and inspire their post-school arts-related career options.

During the workshop, participants explored a diverse range of contemporary art-making techniques, including

sculpture, drawing, film making, lino printing and stencilling.

The workshops were conducted under the supportive guidance of tutors and professional artists, who assisted students to create a strong body of artwork and build a portfolio.

“The Bella art workshop is now in its 12th year and, thanks to funding made available through the Macquarie Group Foundation, is opening doors to students to build self-confidence, develop their artistic talents and explore career paths available in the art world,” said The Smith

Family CEO Dr Lisa O’Brien.

During their stay in Sydney, students were also treated to visits to the Opera House and the Powerhouse Museum to further inspire their creativity.

At the workshop’s completion, participants were given the rare opportunity to present their works in a professional gallery exhibition at the MCA’s National Centre for Creative Learning.

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Cr Eaton. than $2 million, to service another piece of the “UrbanGrowth NSW will continue to work 746m2, with potential for “Things are happening, the proposed Warnervale Warnervale Town Centre knows Council is very hard right up until the 147 dwellings excluding and I am also hopeful Town Centre. jigsaw falling into place,” serious about getting day construction work the super lots. the State Government Woolworths also have a said Wyong Council on with delivering starts on the actual Town The proposed will soon approve the Part 3A development still mayor Cr Doug Eaton. the Warnervale Town Centre.” subdivision also includes Woolworths shopping awaiting approval from “ U r b a n G r o w t h Centre for the people The UrbanGrowth pedestrian and cycle centre application.” the State Government, NSW’s application is a who have moved into NSW proposal is for 123 linkages and landscaping.

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“This is just the beginning and we will now work hard to start detailed planning work,” said Mr Zhong.

“It is going to be a unique $500 million tourist employing attraction, more than a thousand bringing and people to economic prosperity Wyong Shire.

“We have received great support from the the from beginning of Foreign Affairs Office the Shanghai Municipal Government People’s and Office of Overseas Chinese Affairs of the Municipal Shanghai People’s Government.

“They twice sent a delegation to visit Wyong and the land.

“I would also like to extend my sincere thanks to Wyong Shire Council, Doug Eaton, all the construction on the Theme mayor and staff.

Park will start in 2015, councillors Council’s “Without and the whole project will great help and support, we be completed by 2020. have achieved Upon completion, the wouldn’t I hope we can to this and Theme Park is expected work closely to and continue 1500 provide between for the project and for 2000 jobs. future Shire’s The Park will have Wyong said Mr seven sections comprising prosperity,” China City Gate entrance, Zhong.

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Rd, meaning centre was “delighted” the approval from the seek the developm that centre, specialty shopping the end of next year. by Roads In July, work had begun Council get underwa ent could and Maritime on the Caltex Woolwo shops, a The Hunter and Central proposed to Services y on land (RMS) development followin issue rths Petrol Coast for works to g Joint Regional Construction Certifi a over which Council has two years of undertaken within be cate control. liaison the between Wyong Pacifi c Highway road Council and Woolworths. reserve.

“The focus of All issues have this Council is on economi been resolved and now c work development and is underway on deliverin creating g jobs for our residents residents a brand this development and shopping centre and new ticks retail every box. precinct.

“Besides the 100 “We have worked during construction, jobs hard as a Council with will be in excess there Woolworths to of 150 ensure retail related jobs we could do everythi upon ng completion. we can to get to “The stage, when the soil this developm could also aligns with ent finally be turned the for North Wyong Structure start of construction,” the Cr Plan, which is the Eaton said.

State Government’s “By the end of regional next strategy identifyi year, jobs will be ng created northern area of our the for people seeking and will accomm Shire time and part time full odate domain in The the majority ns for public as well as apprentiwork of of height restrictio , which will be ces, region’s new greenfiour and casual staff.”

“We are currently developers means the Entrance ed in due course. eld the with also had determin ent development to 2031.

The working official proponents have sod The State Governm “This cant turning signifi new nal fi in Department of Planning shopping was attended by ns to factor will assess the Member for Swansea to address the conditio benefits in their planning proposal and, centre will not only serve consult public existing residents Mr Garry Edwards imposed and along with the need if they are happy with , but nominated plans that the Greg Best, Woolwo, Cr with a legal caters for planned growth to provide a building rths . it, arrange for development drafted in the area,” said Cr government agencies that, embraces the concepts manager document to be Mr Lindsay “Having said cially Eaton. excellence and Rowles, and the LEP offi have a of design The Lake Munmorah design. construction we expect to Precinct site green building case, the amended.

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“The recently adopted master plan for the er 11, 2012 Octob entrance town centre was prepared in conjunction their concept.”

“Council has received a planning proposal for spot rezoning of the lakeside plaza site, which is currently being assed.”

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“Stages two and three of the development will include a residential tower and hotel tower, all on the one site that covers

influenced by studies from around Australia and internationally whereby best practice architectural designs have been ‘cherry picked’ and integrated into the design”.

The Entrance Chamber of Commerce president Mr Wes Newman said the development was positive for The Entrance.

“To get this far has been a great achievement and is very positive for The Entrance,” said Mr Newman.

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for day and night time entertainment and relaxation.

A proposed Novotel Hotel would comprise 220 plus rooms, an 800 seat conference and function centre, introducing The Entrance to thousands of visitors.

Both towers would be in an elliptical shape, designed to offer 360 degree views, allowing wind to pass, avoiding the down drafts associated with more conventional designs.

Lakeside Plaza proprietor Mr Bob Dunnet said “The design has been

a day spa, restaurant and bar, surrounded by a landscaped and treed roof garden environment.

The position on the fourth floor of the building would offer uninterrupted views out to the lake and coast, yet would enable the roof garden to still feel part of the town.

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The development has been designed by one of Australia’s leading architectural firms to reflect its seaside position and provide outstanding views of the ocean and lake.

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Two celebrated authors Country Girl Central Coast at Tuggerah Library preliminary ďŹ nal at Toukley uggerah Library will play host to two celebrated authors this month who will share their inspiring true stories.

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Renowned Hunter psychic medium, Suzie Price, will share her ghostly stories and psychic powers while the youngest pilot to y solo round the world, Ryan Campbell, will reveal the secrets of his success.

Council’s section manager of library services Ms Andrea Edwards said Library Services were thrilled these authors would visit our Shire on their national tours and is looking forward to hearing their inspiring stories. “I know there is a lot of interest in ghosts and paranormal activity on the Coast so this is a great opportunity to hear from a real ghost whisperer,� said

Ms Edwards. “Suzie will share ghostly stories from her autobiography, “Heaven on Earth�, and attempt to satisfy your curiosity.�

Susie will be at Tuggerah Library on Saturday, July 26.

Also, on Monday, July 28 visitors will hear what inspired Ryan Campbell to fulďŹ l his dreams and achieve so much at such a young age.

Ryan’s journey has been described by Dick Smith as “the most extraordinary adventure of the decade. “A great story in the spirit of Charles KingsfordSmith and Bert Hinkler�.

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questions and sign copies of his best-selling book – “Born to Fly�.

Ms Edwards said council’s libraries have been overwhelmed by the success of recent author tours, particularly Celia Lashlie, where over 150 people attended. “I’ve noticed a real increase in the number of people coming along to our free author talks (Ed. Probably because of the increased coverage in “Wyong Regional Chronicle�). “It’s great to see people getting into the story behind the story so to speak.�

Media release, 16 Jul 2014 Wyong Council media

NAIDOC Week celebrated yong Council celebrated NAIDOC Week earlier this month beginning with its annual Flag Raising Ceremony and morning tea on Monday, July 7, at the Wyong Civic Centre.

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The theme was ‘Serving Country: Centenary and Beyond’, honouring those men and women who have fought in defence of country.

Council’s community partnership and planning manager Ms Julie Vaughan said the ag raising ceremony was followed with guest speakers and entertainment by Toukley Public School Girls’ Aboriginal Dance Group.

Kara Walker was the guest speaker on shaping the Aboriginal future in Wyong and was joined by council’s section manager for community and cultural programs Glen Cannard who spoke about the United Nations First Peoples’ Scholarship.

As Wyong Shire is one of the fastest growing Aboriginal communities in NSW, NAIDOC Week, held from July 6 to 13,

gave the opportunity for a greater understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their culture.

Other celebrations across the Central Coast included morning teas, entertainment and sport as well as Darkinjung’s Family Fun Day which included rides, entertainment, games and the annual netball tournament.

Media release, 4 Jul 2014 Wyong Council media

Some of last year’s Country Girl Australia contestants and ďŹ nalists

he preliminary ďŹ nal of Country Girl Central Coast will be held at The Boathouse at The Beachcomber Hotel in Toukley on Sunday, August 31.

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fCountry Girl Australia is a national search focused in rural and regional areas across Australia.

The competition aims to provide a fun, supportive environment while opening opportunities for country girls.

Country Girl Australia founder, scout and ambassador Katie Jones will host a motivational seminar to deliver the pageant’s positive message “Dream, Believe and Achieve�.

Katie’s vision was to provide a platform for country girls to connect with industry professionals and to give them an opportunity of a lifetime.

Each year thousands of girls register on-line and participate in regional

workshops, motivational seminars and preliminary ďŹ nals, which has led to many launched careers both nationally and internationally. “We see many girls participating in the competition to build their conďŹ dence through the preliminary workshops along with interacting with other contestants, making friends, and opening their minds to new and exciting opportunities. “This is a fun, friendly competition with no experience needed and I am very excited to be scouting on the Central Coast and spreading my message to dream, believe and achieve,â€? said Ms Jones.

The Central Coast preliminary ďŹ nal will be a

red carpet event that will showcase local talent to an expected crowd of over 300.

It is through regional preliminary ďŹ nals that National Finalists are selected and invited to compete at the prestigious annual event for the Miss Country Girl Australia crown.

Thousands of girls have entered Country Girl Australia since its inception in 2009.

There are now four different categories, providing opportunities for local youth not only in the modelling industry but also in education and career building.

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Not for Profit Organisations Animal Care Central Coast Cat Care $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 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 50s to 70s etc for dinner, dancing - BBQs & Socialising each weekend.

Our friendly group can be contacted for our monthly programme 4344 5556 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 call 0428 461 188 email cco30s@live.com.au

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

Gambling Solutions Gambling help counsellors providing free confidential professional service to gamblers, family and friends Available Woy Woy, Kincumber, Gosford and The Entrance 4344 7992

Gurdjieff Society I AM LOST Deep Conversations & systematic exercises for understanding my self & my place in life. - Gurdjieff Society - Ancient and modern knowledge. Thurs evening fortnightly 0425 296 783 www.gurdjieff.org.au

Knitted Knockers Australia Free knitted prosthetics for women who have undergone a mastectomy 100% cotton, lighter, cooler/ warmer and easy care.

Available by emailing cup size to Jill Richards wyeeclevercrafters@gmail.com PO Box 9096 Wyee NSW 2259

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.

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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 Multiple Sclerosis Limited Gentle exersice class at Tuggerah on Mondays. To improve strength, balance, endurance and help reduce fatigue and stress.

02 9646 0962 tracy.martinuz@msaustralia. org.au PO Box 210 Lidcombe NSW 1825 ParaQuad Specialist healthcare products delivered to your door, for all your continence, wound care and respiratory and nutrition requirements Professional Clinic Support available

Music Soundwaves Men’s acapella 4 part harmony chorus - all ages 7pm Mon Central Coast Leagues Club John 0413 276 698

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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Political Groups Australian Labor Party Ourimbah/ Narara Branch Discussion/action community issues - 3 levels of Government Niagara Park Primary School 7.30pm 1st Mon each month 0410 309 494 kyle.macgregor@hotmail.com

Probus Clubs Gorokan Probus Club We promote fellowship, friendship and fun for active senior members of the 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 in the new Grove Community Centre 1300 665 600 wyongdramagroup@gmail.com y g g p@g

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The Wyong Diary For events in post code areas 2258, 2259, 2261, 2262 and 2263 Saturday July 19 W y o n g Neighbourhood Centre Trivia Night, Shelly Beach Golf Club, 6pm10pm Tuggerah Lakes Choral Society’s annual Gala Variety Concert, Toukley Senior Citizens’ Club, 2pm

Sunday July 20 Central Coast Country Music Association Showcase, Toukley Golf Club

Wednesday July 23 Northern Lakes Regional Business Chamber Business Social Schmooze, Amberorganic, Budgewoi, 7:30am

Community Centre, 9:30am-2:30pm

Tuesday August 26 National Seniors Australia-Wyong Branch annual meeting, 1:45pm, Canton Beach Sports Club

Saturday August 31 Sydney Welsh Choir performance, Wyong Christian Community School, 2pm Country Girl Central Coast preliminary final, The Boathouse, The Beachcomber Hotel, Toukley

Wednesday October 1 2014 Central Coast Eisteddfod, Wyong High School hall

Saturday July 26

Thursday October 2

All Saints Anglican Church Markets, 287 The Entrance Rd, The Entrance, 8am-1pm, free Tuggerah Lakes Choral Society’s annual Gala Variety Concert, Long Jetty Senior Citizens’ Club, 2pm

2014 Central Coast Eisteddfod, Wyong High School hall

Thursday August 7 Resourceful Adolescent Program, Warnervale Family and

Friday October 3 2014 Central Coast Eisteddfod, Wyong High School hall

Saturday October 25 2014 Fitness First Central Coast Sevens International Rugby Festival

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

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

If you’ve got something happening in the Wyong Region over the next few weeks, let us know about it and we’ll list it here for you, for free.

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Out & About

Murals to be officially unveiled y o n g Council will officially launch a number of murals throughout the Wyong Shire from July 23, following its introduction of a Community Mural Program as part of a multifaceted approach to reducing graffiti in the Shire.

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Community mural at Baker Park Wyong

New location for 68 memorial plaques laques memorialising some of the first settlers to The Entrance area will be given a new home on the shared pathway at Picnic Point.

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Deputy mayor Cr Lynne Webster said Wyong Council was relocating the 68 plaques that make up The Entrance Pioneer Walk on Oakland Ave in order to reinstate them in a secure place.

“Oakland Ave is now under the authority of Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) who could carry out maintenance or make changes to the road in the future,” Cr Webster said.

“Rather than replace them only to repeat the process if disturbed, the historical plaques will become a more significant feature in our public spaces

by setting them in a more appropriate location.

“It is hoped the new site will do justice to the history contained in the plaques, by being more visible and accessible.”

The plaques will be transferred to the area over the next 12 months and become part of the iconic shared pathway that runs 19km from Chittaway Point to Picnic Point at The Entrance.

The plaques contain the names of some of The Entrance’s earliest residents, among them the Denings, who in 1884 settled at The Entrance and in 1900 opened the

Bayview guesthouse which was popular with tourists and cost six to eight pounds per day.

The four Taylor brothers, sons of pioneers Gertrude and Richard Taylor who settled around 1880, ran four ferries from The Entrance to Wyong in the 1920s which cost three to six shillings for a return journey.

Parks and sportsfields section manager Mr Keith Ollier said council had made efforts to inform those community members who commissioned plaques.

“We have contacted the majority of the

families related to persons memorialised on the plaques to explain the move,” Mr Ollier said.

“We have already removed the plaques and they will be installed during stage three construction of the new footpath at Picnic Point – which is part of the popular Coast to Lake Walk.

“It is a great recreational space down there, with additions to the pathway, a new amenities block, and the finished sea wall making the area accessible and enjoyable for all.

“I think adding the historical elements will only further enhance the area.”

Media release, 17 Jul 2014 Wyong Council media

Council partnered with Uniting Care Burnside to deliver community murals at three key graffiti hotspots around the Shire.

Council’s manager community and cultural development Ms Julie Vaughan said the murals would be in place in the coming weeks.

“Local artists were commissioned to do the artwork with the brief that the design had to represent the local community,” said Ms Vaughan.

“Many of the artists worked with young people, businesses and local residents in the area to make sure they got the design just right and the results speak for themselves.

“Community Murals have been shown to deter graffiti vandalism and enhance community pride in an area – a real winwin.”

Murals will be officially unveiled at the Banksia Centre in Bateau Bay with artist Russell Austin on Wednesday, July 23, in Baker Park in Wyong with artist Charlie Trivers on Thursday, July 31, and at the Summerland Point Community Centre and amenity block at Boat Harbour with artist Trent Whitehead on Friday, August 8.

Media release, 15 Jul 2014 Wyong Council media

Markets in the Wyong Shire Regular Markets Every Saturday The Entrance Waterfront Art & Cra Markets Waterfront Plaza 9am– 4pm Every Sunday The Entrance Lions Club Markets The Entrance Cinema car park 8:30am–12:30pm Toukley Sunday Markets Coles car park off Yaralla Rd 7am –1pm

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The Entrance Farmers Markets Memorial Park 9am – 1pm BBAC Monthly Trash & Treasure Markets Anglican Church, Killarney Vale 8am-1pm Church on the Hill Markets Anglican Church, The Entrance 8am-1pm Shelly Beach Markets Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College, The Entrance Campus 9am– 2pm If you would like your Markets listed here call 4325 7369

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However, some people, businesses and organisations take advantage of this generosity they use advertising but simply don’t pay their account after several months and need to be taken to court to do so.

From time to time, as necessary, we will name these people, businesses or organisations as a warning to our readers so that they will be wary when dealing with them.

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Sport

Roux and Rose NZ international to revitalise selected in Mariners’ youth program A-League All C Stars squad

entral Coast Mariners have welcomed former New Zealand in all that we do, and Stu international player and youth coach Stuart Jacobs to the Club was an obvious fit in this category. in the newly created position of Head of Youth Football.

etween them they’ve taken on the might of Manchester United and Mexico, but now Central Coast Mariners defensive duo Josh Rose and Storm Roux will combine for a crack at Italian heavyweights Juventus.

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The pair has been confirmed as two of the first six Hyundai A-League stars selected by fans to join Alessandro Del Piero in the Foxtel A-League All Stars 2014 squad.

The Foxtel A-League All Stars, to be mentored

by Adelaide United’s Josep Gombau, will take on Antonio Conte’s men in a friendly at Sydney’s ANZ Stadium on Sunday, August 10.

For Roux, already a New Zealand international at just 21, the nod to joust Juventus marks his first selection in the Foxtel A-League All Stars squad.

Roux enjoyed a breakout campaign under Phil Moss at the Mariners last season, starring in the right-back spot vacated

by Pedj Bojic when he signed for Sydney FC. For Rose, the outstanding left-back in

the Hyundai A-League over the past four years, his call up for the clash against ‘the Old Lady’ marks his second selection in the Foxtel A-League All Stars squad after he lined up in the inaugural match against Manchester United last year.

“It’s fantastic,” Rose said.

“I think last year, when I made it, I said it’s a great reward for all of the hard work, and same again this year – it’s something to look forward to and something that I’ll remember forever.

“It’s a great opportunity for the A-League guys, a chance to enjoy the experience and test ourselves against world class opponents,” he said.

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Jacobs, led the New Zealand U23 National Team to the 2008 Beijing Olympics, and the Junior All Whites to the 2007 FIFA U20 World Cup in Canada.

After a thorough recruitment process, the Club has charged Jacobs, who as a player represented the All Whites 31 times and also turned out for Hibernian in the Scottish Premier League, with revitalising its youth program.

Jacobs, who has also served as a Hyundai A-League assistant coach (Wellington Phoenix – 2007/08), will not only be responsible for the coaching and development of the Mariners’ Foxtel National Youth League team, but will also oversee the Club’s youth scouting network and ensure that the yellow and navy’s football philosophy, methods and culture are properly passed down through the Central Coast Mariners Academy.

The appointment of a Head of Youth Football is significant for Central Coast Mariners as it ensures one key individual within the football department will oversee all facets of the Club’s youth development approach.

Central Coast Mariners’ head coach Phil Moss described Jacobs’ appointment as pivotal to the Club’s overall youth development plan and vision.

“We are going through an overhaul of our youth structure at the moment and I was looking for someone not just with experience in developing national youth league players, but with experience in developing international youth players,” Moss said.

“Stu’s record in New Zealand as the head coach of the Olympic team and the head coach of the U20s at the World Cup, plus his work with his Kaizen Academy, shows that he has worked at all levels of the game at the elite development level.

“He ticked all the boxes – he’s a really honest guy, he’s a very hard worker, he’s an

exceptional coach with a fantastic CV both as a player and as a coach, and he’s absolutely dedicated to youth development,” he said.

Moss said that the decision to create a more strategic, holistic youth position was part of the Club’s plans to refresh its youth system.

“I went looking for someone who was different to what I had worked with in the past in Australia, and with Stu there is no history.

“He brings in a real fresh approach, fresh ideas, and his enthusiasm is second to none.

“We are a Club that must think outside the square and be innovative

After arriving in Australia on Thursday, July 10, Jacobs hit the ground running at the weekend, attending a number of fixtures as he started to get a sense of the youth football landscape in and around the Central Coast.

Following first team training on Monday, July 14, Jacobs said that he was delighted to have joined a Club with bold plans for the future.

“The Mariners have a reputation for being one of the top Hyundai A-League clubs in the country, so from that point of view, it’s a tremendous honour to be brought into the program,” the former New Zealand Coach of the Year said.

“Talking to Phil [Moss] and ‘Sully’ [Wayne O’Sullivan], Bruce [Stalder] and the owner Mike Charlesworth, they want to produce from within, and they want to give kids the opportunity to make a living from the game overseas if they’re good enough.

“Their vision is in line with how I see young players, so it all fits in really well.”

Media release, 14 Jul 2014 Central Coast Mariners Media

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P22 - Wyong Regional Chronicle - July 18, 2014

Zone singles champions decided

Ourimbah cement their position at the top ound 13 of the Central Coast Rugby Union competition played on Saturday, July 12, saw Ourimbah cement their position at the top of the competition ladder when they defeated Avoca Beach by 31 points to 12 at Ourimbah Rugby Park.

R The Entrance's Phil Flippence wins the BCC Senior Singles from Wyong's Peter Redman 31-27

n an all Ettalong Central Coast Singles final played at Halekulani Bowling Club, Lee Trethowan looked to have Commonwealth Games representative Aron Sherriff on the ropes when he led 2824 only needing three shots for victory.

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However, Sherriff lifted to square at 28all and, with Trethowan

appearing to hold game at 29-28, Sherriff played a weighted bowl to take out his opponent’s shot bowls for a match winning three to snare the title.

It was a fitting result for Sherriff who is on the eve of heading to Glasgow where he will represent the green and gold in the Singles and the Pairs events.

In the Seniors’ final, The Entrance’s Phil Flippence led Wyong’s

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Peter Redman for most of the game but Redman was always in touch and Flippence couldn’t afford to falter.

Flippence gained a handy break to lead 27-21 but Redman got within two shots before Flippence ground his way to a 31-27 victory.

In the President’s Singles, for those pennant players in Grade Five and below, it was a seesawing affair between Terrigal’s Alan Fillbrook and Bateau Bay’s Paul Hannagan.

The lead changed on numerous occasions with Fillbrook poised for victory at 29-27 but Hannagan finished strongly winning 31-29.

All Singles Champions will now contest the State finals at Ettalong Memorial Bowling Club on October 20 and 21.

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Central Coast Rugby Union president Mr Larry Thomson said it was a typically tough encounter which provided great entertainment for those in attendance.

The win maintains Ourimbah’s lead at the top of the competition ladder while Avoca Beach remains in third spot.

"The first half saw some very physical and hard fought rugby," said Thomson.

"Not too many points were scored in the first 40 minutes with teams having their respective periods of attack.

"Avoca Beach started the stronger and if anything dominated the first quarter of the match.

"But despite their good rugby, they were unable to post any points due to the good home team defence.

"The speed of the match up to this point was exceptional, and both teams were throwing everything into it.

"Ourimbah however, maybe against the run of play, did score first.

"A converted try took

them to the lead, by seven points to nil.

"Avoca Beach did respond later in the half with their own try, and the score line of 7-5 was to remain the same at the halftime break.

"With the scores so close, and general play so even, it was anybody’s match at that point.

"Ourimbah had several good players but none was better than forward Tyler Jones.

"Jones was most effective both in the lineout and in general play across the paddock.

"Centre Brenton Law was strong, while fiveeight David Laidlaw and winger Kaleb Pritchard made good metres each time when they had the ball in hand.

"Avoca Beach also had several very good performers.

"Number eight Tim Maxwell was strong all day and most effective in the ruck area, and he was well supported by flanker Chad Martin, and halfback Julian Bacigalupo.

"The early period of the second half saw

Ourimbah take control of the scoreboard.

"They were able to post a couple of tries, and by the half way mark of the second half, they led by 24 points to five.

It appeared at that stage the match was over but Avoca Beach did respond by scoring a try and reducing the lead to 24 points to 12.

"However a late converted try to Ourimbah made the final score 31 points to 12.

"Ourimbah scored four tries to two and were deserved winners on the day.

"They, however, did score two intercept tries which made a huge difference to the score line.

"Both teams will take a lot out of the contest.

"Avoca Beach know what they have to do to get back on track in terms of the Premiership race, while Ourimbah have themselves placed well in terms of the final placings.

Media release, 13 Jul 2014 Larry Thomson, Central Coast Rugby Union

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Wyong Regional Chronicle - July 18, 2014 - P23

Good wins for Killarney, Berkeley Vale and The Entrance

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Liam Rose in Young Socceroos squad entral Coast Mariners’ player Liam Rose was one of 20 Australian-based players selected by Young Socceroos head coach Paul Okon as part of a squad for the 2014 NTC Invitational tournament held at U.S. Soccer’s National Training Centre in Carson, California, from July 14 to 18.

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ound 14 of the Men’s Premier League competition was played on The USA training Sunday, July 13, with Killarney District defeating Umina 3-0 in camp and international the Match of the Round at EDSACC North. friendly matches are

In a ďŹ rst for the season, a pair of brothers scored with Tim Knight giving Killarney the lead just before the break and Chris doubling it in the 70th minute.

It was goodnight for Umina when Ryan Moore sealed the result with ďŹ ve minutes to play.

The win moved the Killarney Vale Terriers into equal ďŹ rst place with Wyoming while the loss continued Umina’s poor record against top ďŹ ve teams where their record stands at two draws and four losses from six matches.

They can take hope from the fact that Wyoming went through the full 18 rounds last season without a win against the other four teams but then went on to win the premiership – and Umina are a proven big match team.

Berkeley Vale has moved back into the top four with a comfortable 6-2 win over Ourimbah at Chittaway Oval.

After struggling against top ďŹ ve teams in their past three matches, the Berkeley Vale Wombats appreciated the drop in class, taking an early lead through spotspecialist Mitchell Pont

which was extended by Brad Smythe’s second goal of the season.

Ourimbah took advantage of Berkeley Vale being briey down to 10 men through injury and struck back twice through Dylan Hayne and Chris Baker.

Gavin Hardwick restored the lead for the Wombats before half-time before a brace to Brenton Olzomer returned him to the top of the Golden Boot tally with Sam Feaver ďŹ nishing the scoring with his sixth of the year.

Gosford City picked up a crucial three points with a 2-1 win over Budgewoi at Gavenlock Oval.

The Gosford City Dragons struck early through Pat Mills with Dane Bowers on target for the second consecutive match to have their team 2-0 up at the break.

Gosford’s late-match hoodoo looked to have returned when Billy Lockley pulled a goal back for Budgewoi late in the second half but City were able to see out a tense last few minutes to secure what was just their second win of the season.

While the result took Gosford four points clear of second-last place, their ďŹ fth straight loss placed

Budgewoi at serious risk of relegation on just seven points.

The Entrance survived a major scare scoring twice in the last 10 minutes of their match against Kincumber for a 3-2 win that took them to within a point of the competition lead.

The Sea Eagles could have been forgiven for going into the match expecting an easy win given that they had beaten Umina 8-0 two weeks previously and then seen Kincumber beaten 6-0 by Umina in round 13.

They would have been even more conďŹ dent after ďŹ ve minutes when Terrie Dries’ eighth goal of the season gave them the lead but were then rocked when ďŹ rst Alex Osborn and then Aaron Beehag scored for the Kincumber Roos.

With just ďŹ ve minutes to play Kincumber still held that 2-1 and an upset loomed when captain/ coach Matt Page equalised and Matt Kenny’s injury time winner shattered the Roos’ hopes of escaping getting off last place.

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P24 - Wyong Regional Chronicle - July 18, 2014

Northlakes and The Entrance take a beating

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Panthers defeat Tigers in match of the day he Berkeley Vale Panthers inflicted a second half shutout upon The Entrance Tigers to win the Central Coast Rugby League match of the day 20-12 at the EDSACC Oval on Sunday, July 6.

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After a see-sawing first half, the 2013 Premiers, and leaders of the table, Berkeley Vale trailed 12-8 at the break after both sides had crossed for two tries in the opening 40 minutes.

The second half continued in similar

fashion until Berkeley Vale scored with 10 minutes to go, establishing an eight point buffer for the final score.

In the Reserve Grade fixture, a late Berkeley Vale penalty goal completed a 12 point

fight back which enabled them to claim a draw.

Fittingly, both sides sit together on 23 competition points behind unbeaten leaders Wyong.

Email, 9 Jul 2014 Andrew Stark, East Gosford

n Round 13 of the Central Coast Rugby Union competition played on Saturday, July 12,

Terrigal defeated The Entrance at Joseph Banks Oval by 41 points to five.

“There was not too much difference in the first half, both on the scoreboard and in general play, and Terrigal only went to the halftime break leading by 12 points to nil,” said Thomson.

“At that stage both teams would have felt they had a chance of victory.

“However the second half saw Terrigal open up the scoring and were able to pile on a further 29 points to nil in the second half.

“Terrigal were able to run in seven tries to one in the match, so it ended up a convincing victory.

“Best players for Terrigal were Ryan Newland, Daniel Hilton

Woy Woy outfit.

“Centre Junior Stowers was outstanding for Woy Woy, running in five individual tries, and he was well supported by halfback Sione Toki, and flanker Chris Hitch.

“Five-eight Matt Riddle had a great game also with a personal tally of 32 points with 11 conversions and two tries.

“Best for Northlakes were prop Michael Ferry and halfback Dakota Boyes who gave it their all for 80 minutes.

“The win sees Woy Woy jump into fourth spot on the competition ladder, displacing Gosford,’ said Thomson.

Media release, 13 Jul 2014 Larry Thomson, Central Coast Rugby Union

Kariong defeat Warnervale to win their first match

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n round 13 of the Central Coast Rugby Union competition played on Saturday, July 12, Kariong caused a minor upset when they defeated Warnervale at Kariong Oval by 28 points to 24.

Kariong had not won a match all season so there were big celebrations at the end of the game as a result.

"Kariong totally dominated the first half, and Warnervale were rarely able to get out of their own half," said Thomson.

"Kariong played well with a definite will to win.

"They scored early after a great run by fullback Jake Holwill, and this was quickly followed by two further tries.

"At the midway point of the first half, Kariong had jumped to a very handy 21 points to nil lead.

"They were playing good concerted rugby and were reaping the rewards.

"Best players for Singing for his supper. Berkeley Vale fullback Scott Peachey cops a high one against his former club

and Sam Kenny.

“The Entrance never stopped trying and would be disappointed with the result.

“Their best players for them were centre Piripi Murray and winger Ben Neville.

“The win maintains Terrigal in second spot on the competition ladder in what is developing into a most interesting race to the semi-finals.

“Woy Woy continued their excellent good recent form with a 97 points to five win at Slade Park over Northlakes.

“Woy Woy ran in 15 tries in what was a most dominant performance.

“The visitors controlled things from start to finish and the home side simply had no answer to the speed and strength of the

Kariong were fullback Jake Holwill, hooker Tevita Touponiua, and number eight Ben Tafua.

"This score line of 21-0 remained the halftime score, and this was further increased soon after the break with another converted try to prop Shannon Beavan.

"Kariong had jumped to a great lead of 28 points to nil and were controlling the flow of the match.

"However, to the credit of Warnervale, they never stopped trying.

"When things seemed to be totally down and out, they hit back with two quick tries, both to flanker Dylan Smedes.

"This reduced the lead to 28-12 and suddenly the match was evening up.

"Warnervale had

several good players during this fight back.

"The best were flanker Dylan Smedes, five-eight Ben Gillies, and flanker Tevita Moala.

"The visitors did score a further two tries late in the match to make the final 28-24.

"The last of these was scored right on fulltime, so Kariong were able to hang on for a very meritorious win.

"It was a match in two halves, where both teams scored four tries.

"It was the goal kicking of five-eight Scott Hanley that proved the difference, with Hanley kicking all Kariong’s conversions," said Thomson.

Media release, 13 Jul 2014 Larry Thomson, Central Coast Rugby Union