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Chinese University campus proposed for Warnervale

Wyong Council mayor Cr Doug Eaton (centre) with Wuyi University president Zhang to his right and vice president Wurren to his left with members of the Ames Foundation

“At the moment, a strong record in and making connections. yong Council’s mayor Cr Doug Eaton is currently in China The Wyong Education overseas meeting key dignitaries to progress interest and investment they have interests in supporting universities in Ottowa education,” said mayor and Business Precinct has in the Shire.

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Top of the agenda is plans for a world class tertiary campus to cater for 7,000 students to be located at the Wyong Education and Business Precinct in Warnervale.

The mayor met with president Zhang and vice president Wuren of the Wuyi University in Jiangmen near

Guangzhou (population over 20 million) on Monday, January 12, to discuss their interest in this campus.

Wuyi University has 18,000 students and specialises in engineering and technology, key disciplines of which there is little opportunity to explore at this time in

Wyong Shire.

Mayor Cr Eaton said president Zhang was enthusiastic about working with council to develop a university in the Wyong Shire.

“Wuyi University is looking to expand its current cooperation agreements with overseas campuses.

and New York.

“This will be a first for Wyong and Australia if they get on board and I am really hoping they will.

“Wuyi is great fit for Wyong and not just because it starts with W. “They have the expertise in the technical subjects we need and

Cr Eaton.

The campus would cater for 7,000 students and create 500 permanent jobs and include a SMARTS Hub knowledge and community centre for students and the broader community to assist in developing their skills, supporting employment and business initiatives

been identified by council as one of 39 key projects requiring investment and funding from the state and federal governments to create more jobs and opportunities for Wyong Shire residents.

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Aboriginal woman’s remains repatriated The remains of an aboriginal woman which date before European settlement have been repatriated to Bouddi National Park.

The remains were found at Pretty Beach around 50 years ago.

They have been brought back to the Central Coast, together with the remains of an aboriginal man found at Shelly Beach, from the Sydney University’s Shellshear Museum as part of a Darkinjung Land Council repatriation program.

The remains were laid to rest with traditional cultural practices.

The repatriation is a result of Office of Environment and Heritage, National Parks and Wildlife Service, Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council and Guringai Tribal Link working together to identify appropriate sites.

The repatriation included undertaking a number of traditions so that the process was carried out in a respectful and culturally meaningful way.

Land Council representative Ms Sharon Hodgetts said the ceremonies were conducted with an initiated elder and were an opportunity to afford these ancestors recognition and dignity.

“The repatriation includes bringing remains back to their country and undertaking appropriate cultural practices

One of the secret repatriation ceremonies

such as a smoking ceremony,” said Ms Hodgetts.

Aboriginal and non-aboriginal staff of Office of Environment and Heritage and National Parks

Call it Correa Bay Rd, say residents Ninety-five residents of Woy Woy Rd, between Rawson Rd, the proposed new bridge and the intersection at Woy Woy Creek in Woy Woy, have asked that their section of road be renamed Correa Bay Rd. As signatures to a petition, they said they believed the name change would avoid the present confusion with Woy Woy Rd, Kariong, and would better reflect the nature of the road which runs

along the shoreline of Correa Bay. They said it would be more appropriate for a road which will no longer be a major road to Woy Woy and would be clearer for emergency responses and other public services, including for mail delivery.

It would create a greater sense of community; and comply with the general principles of the Geographical Names Board NSW. Gosford Council has noted the petition.

Gosford Council agenda P.38, 25 Nov 2014

and Wildlife Service worked with Darkinjung to prepare the sites.

The remains were found at two different locations on the Central Coast with one set, male, found in

1958 on dunes at Shelly Beach.

The remains of a female were found at Pretty Beach, date unknown.

The remains were handed to

police and when it was found they were not the result of foul play they were given to the Shellshear Museum at Sydney University.

Investigation indicated the Aboriginal remains dated back prior to European contact.

Office of Environment and Heritage cultural heritage officer Mr Brad Welsh said it was an ongoing process to work closely with indigenous communities to return remains and artefacts to their ancestral custodians.

“The Office is proud to provide support to communities and facilitate the repatriation of ancestral remains and artefacts,” he said.

The remains have been laid to rest in their country in Bouddi National Park and Tuggerah Nature Reserve at special, secret places.

Up until the late 1940s, aboriginal remains were removed from graves and burial sites, as well as hospitals and prisons.

Thousands of remains were sent to museums and scientific institutions throughout Europe and elsewhere.

They also formed part of the collections of Australia’s major natural Office of Environment and Heritage history museums established in the mid-19th Century.

Media release, 18 Nov 2014 Susan Davis, NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service

Local districts top renovations list Local districts of Box HeadMacMasters Beach and Umina-Booker Bay-Patonga have been named as two of the top 10 NSW regional areas for renovations in the past year.

The Renovation Report issued by the Westpac bank listed the areas as sixth and ninth in the 12 months to August.

The areas recorded a total

spend of $6 million and $8 million respectively.

“Favourable market conditions across Australia means that many home owners have seen the value of their properties rise,” said Westpac general manager of retail banking Ms Gai McGrath.

“As a result, one quarter of Australians have been able to borrow more to extend or improve their home and stay in their preferred location rather than

moving elsewhere.

“While the majority (64 per cent) of renovators still finance their home improvements through savings, more than one in four (26 per cent of those aged 1854) are choosing to finance their renovations by increasing or topping up their home loan,” said Ms McGrath.

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ollowing over 1,500 public objections and around 800 supporting submissions, Gosford Council has deferred its decision on a contentious application to redevelop the Avoca Beach Theatre.

The proposal is seeking to add four cinemas to the site as well as a cafe and gallery, five residential units and basement car parking.

Gosford City’s mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna said the council was still very keen to try and make the redevelopment workable.

“Council staff did recommend that this development application should be refused for a number of reasons,” mayor Cr McKinna said.

“But, we strongly believe there is still an opportunity for council staff and the developer to try and see whether the redevelopment of this important, iconic community facility could be delivered in a more suitable and acceptable way.

“At this stage, there are still concerns about the proposal’s excessive size and height, as well as whether it is in the community’s best interests.

Community members concerned about the future of the Avoca Beach Theatre

“Although we received well over 1,500 individual letters and signatures objecting to this proposal, it’s important to acknowledge that we also received around 800 individual letters and signatures supporting it as part of the application’s public exhibition.

“Councillors have also been advised by council staff that the site’s flooding risks are too significant to ignore, especially for this proposal.

“With the site located in an existing floodway, the proposed vehicle access and basement car parking for the redevelopment

pose serious public safety risks if the site floods.

“However, council has now deferred its decision on this proposal and asked the CEO to meet with the applicant and gauge their preparedness to amend the current design to address these concerns and others.

“We’ve also asked for a further report to be provided to the council at its next available meeting after March next year.”

The decision was a source of contention at council’s final meeting of the year with the gallery full to the brim and overflowing into the foyer.

Councillors did not unanimously decide on the deferral with Greens Cr Hillary Morris saying she didn’t see what a further three months was going to achieve.

“There has been plenty of time to reach an agreement,” said Cr Morris.

“The theatre is a wonderful community asset, there is no doubt about that, and I certainly hope we don’t lose it.”

Cr Gabby Bowles said the application was “an emotional one” for her as it was one of the first emails she received when she was elected as a councillor.

“There’s a lot of different opinions about whether the owners have a sound and reasonable reason to expand, but I don’t believe that’s council’s decision to decide.

“None of us want to see this theatre close… but the report as it stands now is not something I can support,” said Cr Bowles.

Mayor Cr McKinna said: “I would like to sincerely thank every resident for their comments and feedback on this proposal, and patience while we continue to assess the application.”

Media release, 10 Dec 2014 Gosford Council Media Kaitlin Watts, 18 Dec 2014

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yong Council has received a proposal from the Australia China Theme Park Pty Ltd to rezone land at Sparks Rd, Warnervale, to allow for the development of a $500 million cultural theme park – Chappypie China Time.

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Council will now forward the planning proposal to the Department of Planning and Environment (DPE) seeking permission through a gateway determination to proceed in the preparation of a planning proposal to amend the Wyong LEP to facilitate the Theme Park.

The land is currently zoned industrial which allows a theme park but the height is currently very restrictive.

The theme park, set

on 15.7 hectares of land, would create jobs in the construction phase and an additional 1,000 ongoing jobs once completed.

The rezoning will be subject to community and agency consultation with the results to be reported back to council.

Mayor Cr Doug Eaton said: “I am personally excited that this proposal has got to this stage.”

“This is a development, along with a regional airport, that can completely transform

our Shire and turn us into a key tourist destination.

“We desperately need more local jobs, particularly for our young people, and thousands of local jobs will be created during construction alone, which is great news.

“The spin offs in terms of tourism jobs and dollars flowing in our Shire are huge and it will really put Wyong Shire on the map.”

Media statement, 10 Dec 2014 Wyong Council media

Artist impression of the building from the corner of Marine Pde and The Entrance Road (left) and the loading area from Ocean Pde (right)

development application for a $40 million development of 126 apartments, shops and a restaurant with parking and public domain works at 14 The Entrance Rd and 2 Ocean Pde, The Entrance, has been submitted to Wyong Council.

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An artist’s impression of part of the theme park

The development would consist of the construction of a podium and tower style building totalling 20 storeys which would include shops and restaurants and 126 apartments, 35 of which would be one-bedroom, 57 two-bedroom and 34 three-bedroom.

The development would also cater for 209 parking spaces, communal open space and facilities such as a pool and barbecues.

Council made a “This will mean better submission to the Joint housing options for our Regional Planning residents, and better Panel in support of the accommodation, retail application which was and dining options for the considered by the Hunter many tourists who come Central Coast JRPP on here.

December 18, however, “This represents a $40 at the time Wyong million investment in the Regional chronicle went local economy and the to press the outcome was community will benefit not available. from the job creation and Deputy Mayor Cr tourism opportunities that Lynne Webster said: will follow.”

“This is the development Media statement, everyone has been 10 Dec 2014 waiting for.”

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Grandstand demolition starts oval redevelopment

New name, same organisation

The demolition of the Woy Woy Oval grandstand began on Friday, November 28, following the approval of $3.5 million in funding to Gosford Council for the oval redevelopment.

The funding approval was announced by Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks.

“This project will involve the construction of a new grandstand building, clubhouse, change rooms, forecourt and field relocation at Woy Woy Oval,” said Ms Wicks.

“It will be a great boost to Woy Woy as this facility will improve the region’s ability to meet the demands of future population growth and the need for more recreational facilities.

“The project will create approximately 186 jobs during construction,” she said.

The development was also approved by the Joint Regional Planning Panel on Thursday, December 4, a decision which was backed by the Peninsula Chamber of Commerce.

“This is a great result for the Woy Woy town centre,” said Chamber president Mr Matthew Wales.

“The design and orientation of the new grandstand and forecourt areas will create an exciting opportunity to re-activate this section of the old Woy Woy town centre whilst providing new sporting facilities for the area.

“From the outset, the Chamber was of the view that the redevelopment of the Woy Woy Oval needed to provide both improved sporting facilities and more usable public space.

Council will construct the reserve’s $1.4 million rock revetment, spend $200,000 in landscaping and conduct a feasibility study for a counciloperated dredge to renourish Ettalong Beach.

Plans to construct groynes near the reserve have been dropped,

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A service will be held on Saturday, February 14, at the CPO Jonathan Rogers Memorial at Rogers Park, Woy Woy, to commemorate the anniversary of the sinking of HMAS Voyager.

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At that stage, the ommencing in 2015, Ducks Crossing Publications has separated its newspaper business from its other publishing and sales business only had the one newspaper, so the business activities.

It will continue to trade as Ducks Crossing Publications, while the newspaper side of the organisation will trade under a new business name,

Central Coast Newspapers.

The name Ducks Crossing Publications came about because the office was located at Tascott near an official ducks crossing

point on Glenrock Parade with an official council road sign warning drivers of ducks crossing the road, often with a number of ducklings in tow.

name could cover many other publishing and related activities.

However, on moving to Gosford and commencing publication of newspapers covering the entire Central

Coast, it now seems far more appropriate to have a business name which reflects that, and which represents the core business of the organisation.

The address, telephone numbers, bank details and email addresses remain unchanged.

However, new ones have also been created to suit the new name, but they are all redirected to the same areas within the organisation.

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Two environmental grants announced new short term spaces within the car park immediately to the north of the new development.

“While parking is a major issue for retailers in the Woy Woy town centre, this design reaches a good compromise between the needs of the sporting community, the desire to activate the street front and the necessity to provide parking and

retail outcomes for the town centre.

“The Chamber understands that the redevelopment should be completed in September 2015 which means the new facility and forecourt area will be open for business leading into the busy summer period next year.

“The outcome is a great example of community engagement and co-

operation.”

Media release, 8 Dec 2014 Matthew Wales, Peninsula Chamber of Commerce Media release, 28 Nov 2014 Tim Sowden, office of Lucy Wicks MP Photo: Craig Bucello

and the remaining funding will be reallocated to other projects.

The change of scope is expected to deliver a number of benefits to the community and council, according to Council’s community growth director Ms Judy Jaeger.

These include better protection of heritage items, local properties and infrastructure, as well as maintaining amenity and beach access, and extending a similar seawall from Ettalong Foreshore Reserve to Lance Webb Reserve.

The Peninsula Chamber of Commerce president Mr Matthew Wales said he was pleased that Gosford Council has agreed to continue with the revetment wall upgrade works on the Ettalong foreshore in Lance Webb Reserve.

“Council’s decision to change the scope of upgrade works in and around Ettalong Foreshore’s Lance Webb Reserve is welcome news,” said Mr Wales.

“The dredge option is a position that the Chamber has advocated for many years.

“We see this as being essential in ensuring that the renourishment of Ettalong Beach is sustainable, similar to the way that the beach in Noosa Queensland is maintained.

“We also support the shelving of the previous plans to construct groynes in the reserve’s vicinity with those funds reallocated to other projects.

“The construction of groynes has had mixed success in the past and it is our view that regular sand renourishment is more effective.

“This decision clearly

demonstrates council’s ongoing commitment to the upgrading of the Ettalong Beach foreshore.

“The funding of the works will ensure better protection of local properties and public infrastructure and link in with the recently completed foreshore works,” said Mr Wales.

Gosford Council agenda GRO.32, 9 Dec 2014 Media release, 10 Dec 2014 Matthew Wales, Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

nvironment Minister and Minister for the Central Coast Rob Stokes and Member for Gosford Chris Holstein have announced two environmental grants totalling $36,000 to fund new environmental projects in Gosford.

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Mr Stokes said almost $34,000 would be spent to improve local wildlife corridors, while Woy Woy South Public School would receive $2,500 for a project to teach students the benefits of recycling and using energy and water sustainably.

“This grant will help build upon the Gosford Coastal Open Space System, which is a network of bushland reserves created 30 years ago to protect the

landscape and habitat,” Mr Stokes said.

“This funding will be used to improve existing wildlife corridors to improve the environmental protection this reserve system offers.

“Protecting and enhancing the environment of NSW is our shared responsibility and these funding programs support the community to care for their own environments.”

Mr Holstein said: “This funding will help improve

Marine Rescue Central Coast was kept busy on January 3 and 4 with a handful of rescues in the Peninsula area.

green spaces in our community and empower future generations to value and protect our environment,” Mr Holstein said.

“I am very pleased the NSW Government has provided this funding for both of these projects.”

Media release, 18 Dec 2014 Andrew Priestley, Office of Rob Stokes MP

The program will include a short march with the Naval Band and Australian Naval Cadets from TS Hawkesbury from the Everglades Country Club car park at 11:30am to the Memorial for the service at 12pm.

Students from Brisbane Water Secondary College, Umina Campus, will read out the names of those men who lost their lives on that tragic day.

Following the service, a lunch will be served at Everglades Country Club at 1pm for $40.

No tickets will be available for purchase on the day.

To purchase a ticket, contact Bruce Smith on 4382 6146.

Email, 5 Jan 2015 Bruce Smith, Naval Association of Australia Central Coast Sub Section

The CPO Jonathan Rogers Memorial in Woy Woy

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A handful of New Year marine rescues

The demolition of Woy Woy Oval grandstand

“This design pushes the oval and grandstand further to the east creating a large area of public space along the street front which will include passive recreation areas and a new cafe.

“There initially will be a loss of 48 timed car parking spaces within the existing short term car park.

“However, this will be offset by 62

Groynes abandoned as upgrade proceeds Gosford Council will upgrade Lance Webb Reserve on the Ettalong foreshore, but will abandon plans to construct groynes on the beach.

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Memorial service to be held for Voyager sinking

Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein, Minister for the Central Coast Mr Rob Stokes and Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna

Volunteer crews assisted two vessels on Sunday, January 4, which started with a phone call at around 1:45pm from the skipper of a 6.5 metre runabout off Lobster Beach.

He indicated that there were five people aboard his boat and he suspected he had contaminated fuel.

Skipper Peter Alderton and his crew on Central Coast 21 were assigned the task.

The vessel was quickly located and towed to safety at Empire Bay. While this vessel was still under tow, a radio call was received at 2:45pm from a four metre vessel at

Ettalong.

The owner reported two people on board and indicated the boat had a mechanical failure.

Skipper Norm Smith and his crew on Central Coast 22 were assigned to assist.

The runabout was towed off the beach and back to the Blackwall ramp.

The radio operator at the Point Clare base received the first call for help on Saturday, January 3, around 9:20am from a five metre runabout in Hardys Bay. The three men on board reported mechanical problems.

Skipper Norm Smith, aboard Central Coast 21, was tasked to assist and the vessel was towed to the Lintern St ramp.

While this incident was still underway, just after 9:30am,

Skipper Ken Sharp on patrol aboard Central Coast 22 was flagged down on The Broadwater by a five metre runabout.

The two people on-board said their boat’s engine had failed and asked for a tow to Gosford boat ramp.

Around 1pm, the radio room received another call for help from a Sea Doo PWC at Lobster Beach.

The owner reported that the engine would not start and the two people on-board needed help to get back to Lions Park at Woy Woy. Central Coast 22 was sent to assist.

At 1:30pm Skipper Peter Ashworth and his crew on Central Coast 21 were sent out to search for a green hulled vessel reported to have a mechanical failure.

The owner thought he was near Blackwall Channel.

As Central Coast 21 traversed Paddys Channel its crew was flagged down by a 5.5 metre Caribbean runabout.

The boat’s owner reported engine failure and asked for a tow to the Blackwall Ramp.

The request was OK’d by the watch officer, Robert Smith, and the search task for a green hulled vessel was transferred to Central Coast 22.

The green vessel was found to be a six metre Haines Hunter with two people on-board.

It was located at 2:20pm off Pelican Island and was towed to Gosford Ramp.

Meanwhile, at 2:15pm, Central Coast 21 was assigned to assist a 4.5 metre runabout with two people

on board, stranded on a sand bar near Pretty Beach.

Skipper Peter Ashworth manoeuvred the rescue boat as closely as possible in the tricky conditions and skill throwing a heaving line enabled a tow-rope to be passed.

The runabout was then dragged to deeper water and jump-started.

It was escorted back to the Koolewong Ramp.

All those assisted thanked the Marine Rescue volunteer boat crews and radio room operators for giving up their time to provide the help needed on the water especially during this time of year.

Media releases, 4 and 5 Jan 2015 Ron Cole, Marine Rescue Central Coast

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Wyong Council mayor Cr Doug Eaton (centre) with Wuyi University president Zhang to his right and vice president Wurren to his left with members of the Ames Foundation

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“At the moment, a strong record in and making connections. yong Council’s mayor Cr Doug Eaton is currently in China The Wyong Education overseas meeting key dignitaries to progress interest and investment they have interests in supporting universities in Ottowa education,” said mayor and Business Precinct has in the Shire.

Top of the agenda is plans for a world class tertiary campus to cater for 7,000 students to be located at the Wyong Education and Business Precinct in Warnervale.

The mayor met with president Zhang and vice president Wuren of the Wuyi University in Jiangmen near

Guangzhou (population over 20 million) on Monday, January 12, to discuss their interest in this campus.

Wuyi University has 18,000 students and specialises in engineering and technology, key disciplines of which there is little opportunity to explore at this time in

Wyong Shire.

Mayor Cr Eaton said president Zhang was enthusiastic about working with council to develop a university in the Wyong Shire.

“Wuyi University is looking to expand its current cooperation agreements with overseas campuses.

and New York.

“This will be a first for Wyong and Australia if they get on board and I am really hoping they will.

“Wuyi is great fit for Wyong and not just because it starts with W. “They have the expertise in the technical subjects we need and

been identified by council Cr Eaton.

The campus would as one of 39 key projects cater for 7,000 students requiring investment and and create 500 permanent funding from the state jobs and include a and federal governments SMARTS Hub knowledge to create more jobs and and community centre for opportunities for Wyong students and the broader Shire residents. community to assist in Media release, 13 Jan 2015 developing their skills, Wyong Council media supporting employment and business initiatives

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Transforming the Central Coast report needs to be binned – CEN he Community Environment Network (CEN) has taken aim at the recently released Transforming the Central Coast report by Wyong Council.

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CEN chairman Mr John Asquith said the report seeks significant public funding from the NSW and Federal Government for a grab bag of ill considered, poorly justified and unsustainable projects.

“The projects do not stack up to a Triple Bottom line Business Case (Social, Environment and Economic) when evaluated with accurate costing, environmental impacts and the ability for ratepayers to pay,” said Mr Asquith.

“The projects do not meet the standards required by state and federal governments, so most projects will not be funded.

“When these projects fail to obtain government funds, there will be ever increasing demands for money to fund these pet

projects and ratepayers can expect to be targeted.

“The report is titled as a Sustainable Future but in reality is a narrow economic document without a supporting business case for most of the projects.

“There is no demonstrated case made on the sustainability of the projects.

“The environment is barely mentioned at a time when we see Wyong destroying habitat for threatened species, corridors for wildlife and the destructive impacts of development approvals and clearing for rezoning which will not be needed for decades.

“The document needs to be binned and a proper document produced which includes community input.

“This strategy

demonstrates a Cargo Cult at Wyong Council that has no basis in reality.

“It is a marketing document aimed at providing spin in place of substance as the NSW Elections near.

“There are lots of photos of people at play in reserves and parklands, these areas will not be there once council finishes rezoning and selling off the hundreds of parks and reserves reclassified for sale, lease or development.

“Given it is produced under the Banner of Transforming the Central Coast, how do Gosford Council and Ratepayers feel about the lack of consultation?”

Media release, 5 Jan 2015 John Asquith, CEN

Travel agent wins gold travel agent in Wyong has won gold in the Australian Business Quality Awards for Excellence in Customer Services.

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Mr Bruce Williams, of Travel Planners Wyong said: “We are delighted and honoured to win this esteemed Gold Award for 2014.”

“We would like to thank those customers who nominated us.

“We are constantly

striving towards providing our customers with exceptional service and providing a rewarding experience with our team.

“We are proud, as a team, of this accomplishment as it recognises the effort that we put in to ensure

our customers are given the best service and an enjoyable time.

“We help our customers plan and fulfil their travel dreams”, said Mr Williams.

Media release, 2 Dec 2014 Lynne Zatta, Travel Planners

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Coast’s tallest building approved he Joint Regional Planning Panel has approved the $40 million development application for a key site at The Entrance.

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The development,

by Pelican Horizons, at 14 The Entrance Rd and 2 Ocean Pde, The Entrance, will house 126 apartments, 10 retail shops, a restaurant and bar, additional parking and public open space.

This site is one of the 28 Iconic Development sites, identified by Wyong Council, with the ability to generate significant economic return and revitalise town centres.

Wyong Council mayor Cr Doug Eaton said the development was one everyone had been waiting for, would create jobs and invigorate The Entrance.

“This is a $40 million investment in the local economy and the community will benefit from the job creation and tourism opportunities that will follow,” mayor Cr Eaton said.

“It is envisaged around 250 construction jobs and 120 jobs on completion will be created by this development.

“We need better housing options for our residents, better accommodation, retail and dining options for our community and the many tourists who come here, and this development will

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provide that and so much more.

“This will be the tallest building between Chatswood and the Gold Coast.

“We are open for business – companies want to invest here which is great news for our community,” said mayor Cr Eaton.

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contributions valuing $1.8 million will go towards park upgrades and improvements including a new playground at Memorial Park.

The redevelopment of Lakeside Plaza at The Entrance is currently being assessed by Council.

Media release, 18 Dec 2014 Wyong Council media

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Council has a new Director of Property and Economic Development

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yong Council has a new Director of Property and Economic Development who took up the role at the beginning of this year.

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Michael (Mike) Dowling, who moved to the Central Coast in 1974, beat a competitive field to secure the position of Director Property and Economic Development.

Mr Dowling has extensive experience in the property industry and his most recent role was as the general manager of the Terrace Towers Group.

Council’s general manager Mr Michael Whittaker said he was looking forward to working with Mike in developing council’s extensive infrastructure, facilities and land holdings for the betterment of the Wyong community.

“An interesting fact about Mike is that he was the key person who developed the Tuggerah Business Park which is one of Wyong’s main employment areas and Woodbury Park Estate,

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which is a premium residential estate in Wyong,” said Mr Whittaker.

“It is clear that Mike is well credentialed to assist us in making Wyong a better place.”

Mr Dowling was born in Sydney and moved to the Central Coast in 1974 to give his family a better lifestyle while still being able to access all the facilities and services one expects of a modern community.

Mike said he was looking forward to the challenges associated with his new position.

“I have been dealing with local government for a number of years and have always admired the professionalism of the people in council and the diligence they apply to their work,” said Mr Dowling.

“I am looking forward to adding value to the key strategic area of property and economic development in council by utilising my years of experience in dealing with property.

“Council has articulated a clear vision to create more local jobs in Wyong and I look forward to being part of the team to deliver this outcome for our community,” said Mr Dowling.

Media release, 14 Jan 2015 Wyong Council media

Bridal businesses amongst the best hree businesses in the Wyong area have placed at the 18th Annual Australian Bridal Industry Awards (ABIA) held at Dockside in Darling Harbour on Tuesday, December 2.

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Tuggerah’s Creative Escapade, owned by Jo Zambrowski, won the Stationary category with a score of 99.90%.

Creative Escapade was also a finalist in last year’s ABIA and a nominee in the 2012 competition.

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2011 and 2013 ABIAs. Tuggerah based Project Cake was a finalist in the category of Cake Design with 98.96%.

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Their first local newspaper was the Peninsula News which commenced in March 1999.

Starting from January, 2015, Ducks Crossing Publications has now separated its newspaper business from its other publishing and sales activities.

It will continue to trade as Ducks Crossing Publications for those other activities, while the newspaper side of the organisation will trade under a new business name, Central Coast Newspapers.

The name Ducks Crossing Publications

came about because the office was located at Tascott near an ‘official’ ducks crossing point on Glenrock Pde with an official council road sign warning drivers of crossing ducks.

At that stage, the business only had the one newspaper, so the business name could cover many publishing and related activities.

However, on moving to Gosford and commencing publication of Coast Community News, and later, Wyong Regional Chronicle, having three newspapers covering the entire Central Coast, it became

far more appropriate to have a business name which reflects that, and which represents the core business of the organisation.

The address, telephone numbers, bank details and email addresses remain unchanged.

However, new ones have also been created to suit the new name, but they are all redirected to the same areas within the organisation.

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Wyong Regional Chronicle - January 16, 2015 - P5

Action group objects to revised boarding house plans

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s a result of representations made by the Stop Glen Rd Action Group, Wyong Council has extended the deadline for public comment on the new design for a 102 room boarding house in Glen Rd, Ourimbah, until January 23.

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Following the Joint Regional Planning Panel (JRPP) rejection of a fourstorey development for the proposed boarding house, the developer, K and P Gregory, has submitted a modified three-storey design to Wyong Council.

This new design has resulted in an increase in the number of boarding house rooms from 94 to 102 which has been achieved by adding a further wing to the building and reducing the size of rooms, with some as small as 12.7 square metres.

Stop Glen Rd Action Group chairman Mr Greg McGill said: “It has been very difficult for the residents to properly assess the new design because the A4 sized plans attached to the notification letters issued by council are barely legible and do not clearly show the additional

wing.”

“Council is refusing to publish details of the changes made from the previous plans on their website or listing other important documents including the Plan of Management, supposedly due to copyright restrictions.

“The only way proper plans can be seen is by making an appointment and attending the council offices in person.

“This raises serious questions about the transparency of the process.

“To make matters worse, the new photomontages available for viewing on the council website provide a false impression of the revised building with existing shops missing from the images, trees included which are proposed for removal and

the height of the building is not a true representation,” said Mr McGill.

Residents are concerned that the plan calls for the removal of one of the historic Tallowwood trees and could lead to the demise of the remaining two trees.

These trees were planted in Glen Rd to celebrate the end of World War 2.

“We believe this new design still represents over-development of this site which will be out of character with the heritage values of Ourimbah,” said Mr McGill.

“We urge all Ourimbah residents to express their dissatisfaction by lodging an objection to this development that will change the character of Ourimbah forever.”

Media release, 7 Jan 2015 Allan Benson, Stop Glen Rd Action Group

Partial road closure to formalise car park

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yong Council will apply to the Minister for NSW Trade and Investment for the partial closure of Theatre Lane and Short St at The Entrance.

Council owns six parcels of land at The Entrance bordered by Theatre Lane, Bayview Ave, Short St and Dening St, collectively known as the Short St Car Park.

Part of Theatre Lane and part of Short St will be closed and incorporated into the car park site through a boundary adjustment.

Twelve submissions were received as part of the public consultation process and after considering these submissions, council resolved to confirm its action to apply to the Minister to close part of the roads.

Mayor Cr Doug Eaton said: “These partial road closures are needed to

recognise the current car parking arrangements.”

“Residents can be assured that both streets will remain open to one way traffic and there is no change to traffic flows or parking.”

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Safe passage requested for court attendees

Harris welcomes Liberal candidate

abor candidate for Wyong Mr David Harris has welcomed the announcement that a Liberal Party candidate will contest the state seat of Wyong in March 2015, but said he was disappointed he Central Coast Greens have written to Wyong Council mayor Cr Doug Eaton to ask for help to protect victims of domestic that a local Wyong resident couldn’t be found. violence who attend Wyong Local Court.

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Central Coast Greens spokesperson Ms Vicki Dimond has asked the mayor to consider safe passage to the Court.

Ms Dimond said parking near to the court has diminished to almost nil over the past few years with the building of the police station and current development site next door.

“This leaves women who attend court to gain the protection of AVO applications and prosecutions against assault in a vulnerable position,” said Ms Dimond.

“Wyong Shire has one of the highest levels of domestic violence in the

state and women who have sought the protection of the legal system are already vulnerable and of course scared,” she said.

The perpetrators and the victims attend the court as a matter of procedure on the same days that applications for protection are made by the police.

“The victims of domestic violence now find themselves at increased risk when attending court and an alternative parking arrangement is needed now,” said Ms Dimond.

Central Coast’s Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Service manager Ms Kaye Spicer

has also written to the council asking for help.

“Most of our clients are fearful and have reported that they have encountered abuse walking to and from the court and in some instances have found their cars damaged on their return.

“There has been an escalation in the reporting of these incidents and we are concerned for the safety of these women, some of whom are living in safe houses and refuges,” said Ms Spicer.

Media release, 26 Nov 2014 Vicki Dimond, Central Coast Greens

Liberals announce Wyong candidate

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andra Kerr has been named the Liberal Party’s candidate for Wyong for the 2015 State Election.

Raised and educated on the Central Coast, Ms Kerr and her husband John chose to raise their two children in the area.

The 52 year-old is passionate about giving back to her community and is involved in a number of local organisations, including serving as president of Wyong Chamber of Commerce and

not being controlled by the same Central Coast Liberal Party machine that has employed strategies which have seen every MP from Terrigal to Port Stephens have to resign or move to the cross benches because of illegal fundraising practices and links to developers.

“I look forward to contesting the State Election on March 28, 2015, in order to bring dignity and proper representation to the people of Wyong once more.

“The people who reside in the Wyong electorate deserve a local member who will stand up to governments of either

which protect our local area and create a better future for our residents.

“The people of Wyong have a clear choice this election.

“Vote for someone who has fought for the local area and achieved vital local infrastructure.

“Or vote for a candidate that lives outside our area and is from a party that has deep issues exposed

by ICAC, a litany of broken promises and policies that focus on Sydney and deny areas like Wyong their fair share,” Mr Harris said.

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has been left without an effective local member and I am glad that people will now have the ability to ask questions about how the NSW Liberals have let the local area down since 2011,” Mr Harris said.

“Only a local candidate can understand what pressures face families and local people that live within the Wyong electorate.

“For the Liberal Party to choose a candidate from outside the area shows that they do not care about understanding the local problems that are being faced by residents.

“The new Liberal Party candidate must demonstrate to the

ver $150,000 has been allocated by Wyong Council to local community groups from its 2014/15 Community Matching Program.

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“Having grown up on the Central Coast I understand the challenges facing Wyong families and businesses, which is why, if I am elected, I will put our community first, right where it deserves to be,” Ms Kerr said.

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The grants are offered twice a year and match funds raised by local groups who provide a broad community benefit.

The Lake Munmorah Netball Club received $75,000 to build two new courts to meet increased demand, the Long Jetty Senior Citizen’s Club will replace their roof with $35,466 in funding and the Central Coast Conservatorium will establish a campus in

Wyong Shire with $26,000 in-kind support.

Council also allocated $38,477.13 from the 2014/15 Community Benefit Grants Program with the Wyong Musical Theatre Company, EDSACC Croquet Club, Wyong Family History Group, Toukley and District Senior Citizens Club, Gwandalan Earth Care Inc. and Global Care Australia all receiving funding.

Mayor Cr Doug Eaton said: “Thanks to these programs we have seen some incredible and innovative projects get off the ground and really help improve the lives of local residents.”

“Tonight is no exception with a number of important local community groups getting funds to deliver for our community.”

Media statement, 26 Nov 2014 Wyong Council media

Wyong Regional Chronicle - January 16, 2015 - P7

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Two new memorial gardens in the Jilliby Cemetery wo new memorial gardens have been established in the Jilliby Cemetery to create permanent places of rest for the ashes of loved ones.

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The Cemetery opened in 1896 and is located on the corner of Hue Hue and Jilliby Rds in Jilliby.

Wyong Council’s acting manager of Commercial Enterprises Mr Darryl Rayner said the gardens were designed to reflect the cemetery’s history and bush land setting.

“Council went to great lengths to design the gardens and use materials that would not detract from the cemetery and respect the memory of those interred there,” said

Mr Rayner.

“The tree species planted in the gardens are the same as those already found in the cemetery and will grow into a fitting memorial.”

The two gardens, the Garden of Reflection and the Garden of Memory, hold a total of 37 sites with each catering for the burial of two urns.

Each site is marked by a hard wood pillar that can hold two bronze memorial plaques.

Council expects additional gardens will

be established around the cemetery in the near future.

Council operates five local cemeteries at Jilliby, Yarramalong, St Barnabas, Ronkana, and the landscaped Cemetery and Memorial Gardens at Noraville.

Council employs specialist bereavement officers to assist people with arrangements of private ceremonies and offer advice.

Media release, 5 Jan 2015 Wyong Council media

Council underspends yong Council has received its Q1 Business Report which highlights its financial performance in the 2014/2015 financial year to date.

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The year to date operating result shows a favourable variance of $6.6 million, consisting of an actual surplus of $116.5 million compared to a budget surplus of $109.9 million.

This result includes rates and annual charges income of $150.5 million which represents the full year income.

Capital expenditure to September 30 was $12.6 million, 12.8% of the full year budget.

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councils would be envious of this position, we are financially responsible but also have the funds we need to improve services and amenities for our residents.

“We are getting back to basics and really delivering in roads, rates and rubbish for our residents.”

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The 2014/15 capital works budget includes $10 million for special rate variation projects.

With these additional funds, council is continuing to address the infrastructure backlog, reversing a longterm decline in asset conditions.

Mayor Cr Doug Eaton said: “We are well and truly back in the black and on track to deliver for our community.”

“So many other

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At that stage, the ommencing in 2015, Ducks Crossing Publications has separated its newspaper business from its other publishing and sales business only had the one newspaper, so the business activities.

It will continue to trade as Ducks Crossing Publications, while the newspaper side of the organisation will trade under a new business name,

Central Coast Newspapers.

The name Ducks Crossing Publications came about because the office was located at Tascott near an official ducks crossing

point on Glenrock Parade with an official council road sign warning drivers of ducks crossing the road, often with a number of ducklings in tow.

name could cover many other publishing and related activities.

However, on moving to Gosford and commencing publication of newspapers covering the entire Central

Coast, it now seems far more appropriate to have a business name which reflects that, and which represents the core business of the organisation.

The address, telephone numbers, bank details and email addresses remain unchanged.

However, new ones have also been created to suit the new name, but they are all redirected to the same areas within the organisation.

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nvironment Minister and Minister for the Central Coast Rob Stokes and Member for Gosford Chris Holstein have announced two environmental grants totalling $36,000 to fund new environmental projects in Gosford.

Mr Stokes said almost $34,000 would be spent to improve local wildlife corridors, while Woy Woy South Public School would receive $2,500 for a project to teach students the benefits of recycling and using energy and water sustainably.

“This grant will help build upon the Gosford Coastal Open Space System, which is a network of bushland reserves created 30 years ago to protect the

landscape and habitat,” Mr Stokes said.

“This funding will be used to improve existing wildlife corridors to improve the environmental protection this reserve system offers.

“Protecting and enhancing the environment of NSW is our shared responsibility and these funding programs support the community to care for their own environments.”

Mr Holstein said: “This funding will help improve

green spaces in our community and empower future generations to value and protect our environment,” Mr Holstein said.

“I am very pleased the NSW Government has provided this funding for both of these projects.”

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Banners to commemorate local First World War involvement embers of the Wyong Family History Group were joined by Member for Dobell Ms Karen McNamara recently to announce the latest project funded through the Federal Government’s ANZAC Centenary Local Grants programme.

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The Wyong Family History Group has designed six banners as part of its commemoration of the Centenary of ANZAC which remember the values of courage, mateship, sacrifice and the soldiers themselves.

“These banners offer the opportunity for our local community to join in the commemoration of the Centenary of ANZAC by learning about our region’s contribution to the First World War,” said Ms McNamara.

“Today (January 13) I visited the Wyong Family History Group to announce $7,000 to fund this great initiative.”

Mr John Selwood from the Wyong Family History Group explained that profiles of the war service of 14 local Wyong boys who served in the First World War had also been added to the banners.

“An account of their war service and sacrifice will be displayed throughout the

local area at various venues and future events,” said Mr Selwood.

“I would like to thank Mrs McNamara and the Federal Government for supporting this project and hope that the entire Dobell community will enjoy learning about our contribution to the First World War.” Ms McNamara said 2015 marked a century of service and sacrifice, encompassing all wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations in which Australians have been involved.

“The programme supports local projects that commemorate the service and sacrifice of Australians during the First World War and I look forward to announcing additional local projects in the coming months,” she said.

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Photographer wins international award illarney Vale fine art and portrait photographer, Shannon Cotterill, was recognised on the world stage at the prestigious International Loupe Awards on Wednesday, December 17.

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Shannon took out first place in the Illustrative Category with her image ‘My Perfect Family’, while her image ‘Little Fish’ placed eighth and ‘Selfies’ placed 19th in the same category.

The International Loupe Awards recognise professional photographers in eight categories with the overall

Open Award selected as the finest image from all categories.

“I am absolutely thrilled to have three images in the top 50 in the Illustrative Category,” said Shannon.

“I am still pinching myself after the news ‘My Perfect Family’ was awarded first place.

“My photography is

a personal reflection of the world and to have my art internationally recognised means the world to me,” she said.

Shannon’s work has also seen her recently receive two silver awards and a silver with distinction in the 2014 Australian Professional Photography Awards.

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2031 Your Future Central Coast Housing and Population Growth n terms of the projected growth targets, Wyong is identified to deliver the largest share of growth on the Central Coast.

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Wyong’s predicted growth of 41,652 additional people by 2031 will generate the need for an additional 23,400 homes.

This is equivalent to approximately 800 dwellings being constructed each year.

To assist in catering for this demand, planning for the future, in the form of the Wyong Settlement Strategy, has been undertaken by Council.

It is noted that the projected population and dwelling figures for the region are a significant reduction of those identified within the Central Coast Regional Strategy (CCRS) and Lower Hunter Regional Strategy (LHRS).

It is understood that this revision has been

Wyong Council has prepared a comprehensive response to the discussion paper titled ‘2031 Your Future Central Coast’. The following is the third chapter from the submission focusing on Housing and Population Growth.

based on the slower than anticipated growth identified in the CCRS, stemming from a number of influences including the Global Financial Crisis (GFC).

The estimates and projections have been based on growth between 2006 and 2011, more recent increases in dwelling approvals and post GFC recovery have therefore not been taken

into account.

Council’s own estimates of expected population growth are relatively similar to those projected within the discussion paper.

Should the region be expanded to include those areas of southern Lake Macquarie LGA, the potential population and dwelling yield will increase considerably and well in advance of when the area could be serviced by Hunter Water.

On reviewing Hunter Water’s submission made to the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal, Hunter Water: “recognises that the issue of backlog sewer has come about over many decades and therefore solutions may take many years to be fully realised.” – Page 86.

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Additionally, there is a growing demand for large lot rural residential style housing which allow for larger homes with additional privacy benefits afforded by extended property boundaries.

There should also be allowance for a greater density of rural residential developments which could include subdivision down to 5,000m2 in certain localities west of the M1.

Given the current and future expected age structure of the Central Coast population, the

provision of a range of housing forms is essential to ensure that suitable housing forms are available to meet the needs of the household.

It is important that this range of housing types remains available both now and in the future.

This diversity helps affordability, allows people to age in place as part of their established community and better meets the various needs of the population.

Ideally, future growth areas should be prioritised for delivery in localities where they can be readily serviced by existing infrastructure or by a minor expansion of the infrastructure.

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Man charged with manslaughter 22-year-old man appeared in Wyong Local Court on Thursday, January 15, after being charged with manslaughter and numerous other offences.

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The man, from Waterloo, was wanted by virtue of a warrant in relation to the theft of a charcoal-coloured Audi A4 sedan, stolen from Anzac Pde, Kingsford, on Wednesday, January 7.

Shortly before 5pm on Wednesday, January 14, he was arrested at a home on Minnamurra Rd at Gorokan.

The 22-year-old was conveyed to Wyong Police Station, however, shortly after arriving he claimed to be suffering from a medical issue and ambulance paramedics were contacted to assess him.

He was transported to

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Wyong Hospital where he was checked by healthcare professionals and cleared of any serious injury or illness, before being returned to the police station.

After being examined by medics, the man was

interviewed by police; before being charged with numerous offences relating to the death of a young girl in Constitution Hill on Thursday, January 8, a police pursuit and the theft of the Audi.

Charges laid against the man included: manslaughter; aggravated dangerous driving causing death; dangerous driving causing death; Police Pursuit (Skye’s Law); use of offensive weapon to avoid apprehension; drive manner dangerous; two counts of furious driving causing bodily harm; and outstanding warrants.

Media release, 15 Jan 2015 NSW Police media

Two men charged over armed robbery in Wyong

Strike Force Parkridge finds more prohibited drugs man has appeared in court over drug related charges following the execution of a search warrant by strike force detectives on the Central Coast last year.

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Strike Force Parkridge was established by officers attached to Brisbane Water Local Area Command to investigate drug distribution on the Central Coast.

Police executed a search warrant in May at a home in Long Jetty where they seized more than 4kg of white powder, which laboratory analysis determined to be cocaine and methamphetamine.

A man and a woman were later arrested and charged.

Subsequent inquiries led to further search warrants at properties in Long Jetty, Tuggerah, North Entrance and Blue

Shortly before 9:30pm, officers from Tuggerah Lakes Local Area Command were called to a home on Pollock Ave after reports of armed intruders at the location.

Investigators have been told two men armed with knives allegedly entered the home, ransacked the property and stole a number of items.

The men fled the house on foot but were apprehended by police a

short distance away and taken to Wyong Police Station.

Police also recovered numerous items of property in their possession.

A 60-year-old woman and 33-year-old man were home at the time of the incident; however no one was injured.

A crime scene

was established and examined by detectives and specialist forensic officers.

The two men, aged 26 and 29, were later charged with armed robbery in company and have been refused bail and appeared before Gosford Local Court on Sunday, January 4.

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olice have charged two men following an alleged armed robbery at a home in Wyong on Saturday, January 3.

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Bay in June, which led to the arrest and charge of a further four men.

On Tuesday, June 24, detectives also executed a search warrant at a home in Erina.

Investigators seized numerous items during the warrant including vials of steroids, chemicals, prescription medication and other paraphernalia which police alleged was used during the manufacture of prohibited drugs.

Following the search, all items were taken for further forensic

examination.

Police continued their inquiries and on Thursday, December 18, arrested a 28-year-old man at the Erina property and he was taken to Gosford Police Station.

He was later charged with supply prohibited drug, three counts of possess prohibited drug and possess/attempt to possess prescribed restricted substance.

The man was granted conditional bail and appeared before Gosford Local Court on Tuesday, January 13.

man has died following a single-vehicle crash in Wadalba on Sunday, January 11.

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Just after 11am, an 83-year-old man was driving a Ford Laser sedan east along Johns Rd when the vehicle veered from the road and hit a tree.

Emergency services were called and the man was assisted by

Ambulance Paramedics; however, he died at the scene.

No one else was injured during the incident.

Officers attached to Tuggerah Lakes

Local Area Command attended and commenced inquiries.

A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner.

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Three teenagers charged after robbery spree hree teens have been charged after a car was allegedly stolen and used in a lengthy pursuit on the Central Coast.

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A 15-year-old allegedly stole a Toyota Corolla from Greystanes on Saturday, January 3.

Police attempted to stop the vehicle a short time later without success.

Police have alleged that between Saturday, January 3, and Monday, January 5, a number of robberies and driving offences occurred using the stolen Toyota Corolla, in and around Newcastle.

About 1pm on Monday, January 5, police pursued the vehicle after a robbery was allegedly committed by the occupants in Shortland.

The pursuit was

terminated a short time later for safety reasons.

The vehicle was then sighted by police in the Tuggerah Lakes area and considering the nature of the alleged crimes and the manner of driving, together with community safety, the pursuit was reengaged.

The Police Air Wing provided support to pursuing vehicles which led to the arrest of three males in the Woy Woy area after they had attempted to escape from the vehicle on foot.

They were arrested and

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Man drowns at North Entrance Beach report will be prepared for the Coroner following the death of a man at North Entrance Beach on Thursday, January 1.

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About 1:45pm, police and emergency services were called to the beach on Bondi Rd following reports that a man, believed to be in his 60s, had been pulled from the surf about 1km north of the patrolled area.

Lifesavers did all they could to revive him, however, they were unsuccessful.

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Just after 12pm, officers attached to Tuggerah Lakes Local Area Command were called to Arizona Rd following reports of a car and motorcycle crash.

The Westmeadbased CareFlight rapid response trauma team were called to the scene and were met by a NSW Ambulance team who had been treating the

Memorial service to be held for Voyager sinking The program will include a short march with the Naval Band and Australian Naval Cadets from TS Hawkesbury from the Everglades Country Club car park at 11:30am to the Memorial for the service at 12pm.

Students from Brisbane Water Secondary College, Umina Campus, will read out the names of those men who lost their lives on that tragic day.

Following the service, a lunch will be served at Everglades Country Club at 1pm for $40.

No tickets will be available for purchase on the day.

To purchase a ticket, contact Bruce Smith on 4382 6146.

Email, 5 Jan 2015 Bruce Smith, Naval Association of Australia Central Coast Sub Section

The CPO Jonathan Rogers Memorial in Woy Woy

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A handful of New Year marine rescues Marine Rescue Central Coast was kept busy on January 3 and 4 with a handful of rescues in the Peninsula area.

Volunteer crews assisted two vessels on Sunday, January 4, which started with a phone call at around 1:45pm from the skipper of a 6.5 metre runabout off Lobster Beach.

He indicated that there were five people aboard his boat and he suspected he had contaminated fuel.

Skipper Peter Alderton and his crew on Central Coast 21 were assigned the task.

The vessel was quickly located and towed to safety at Empire Bay. While this vessel was still under tow, a radio call was received at 2:45pm from a four metre vessel at

Ettalong.

The owner reported two people on board and indicated the boat had a mechanical failure.

Skipper Norm Smith and his crew on Central Coast 22 were assigned to assist.

The runabout was towed off the beach and back to the Blackwall ramp.

The radio operator at the Point Clare base received the first call for help on Saturday, January 3, around 9:20am from a five metre runabout in Hardys Bay. The three men on board reported mechanical problems.

Skipper Norm Smith, aboard Central Coast 21, was tasked to assist and the vessel was towed to the Lintern St ramp.

While this incident was still underway, just after 9:30am,

Skipper Ken Sharp on patrol aboard Central Coast 22 was flagged down on The Broadwater by a five metre runabout.

The two people on-board said their boat’s engine had failed and asked for a tow to Gosford boat ramp.

Around 1pm, the radio room received another call for help from a Sea Doo PWC at Lobster Beach.

The owner reported that the engine would not start and the two people on-board needed help to get back to Lions Park at Woy Woy. Central Coast 22 was sent to assist.

At 1:30pm Skipper Peter Ashworth and his crew on Central Coast 21 were sent out to search for a green hulled vessel reported to have a mechanical failure.

The owner thought he was near Blackwall Channel.

As Central Coast 21 traversed Paddys Channel its crew was flagged down by a 5.5 metre Caribbean runabout.

The boat’s owner reported engine failure and asked for a tow to the Blackwall Ramp.

The request was OK’d by the watch officer, Robert Smith, and the search task for a green hulled vessel was transferred to Central Coast 22.

The green vessel was found to be a six metre Haines Hunter with two people on-board.

It was located at 2:20pm off Pelican Island and was towed to Gosford Ramp.

Meanwhile, at 2:15pm, Central Coast 21 was assigned to assist a 4.5 metre runabout with two people

on board, stranded on a sand bar near Pretty Beach.

Skipper Peter Ashworth manoeuvred the rescue boat as closely as possible in the tricky conditions and skill throwing a heaving line enabled a tow-rope to be passed.

The runabout was then dragged to deeper water and jump-started.

It was escorted back to the Koolewong Ramp.

All those assisted thanked the Marine Rescue volunteer boat crews and radio room operators for giving up their time to provide the help needed on the water especially during this time of year.

Media releases, 4 and 5 Jan 2015 Ron Cole, Marine Rescue Central Coast

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olice are appealing for witnesses as they investigate the circumstances leading to a crash which resulted in a man’s foot being severed in Charmhaven on Tuesday, Januaary 6.

12 January 2015

A service will be held on Saturday, February 14, at the CPO Jonathan Rogers Memorial at Rogers Park, Woy Woy, to commemorate the anniversary of the sinking of HMAS Voyager.

with the man’s family and friends and our volunteers have received a thorough de-brief and counselling,” said Surf Life Saving NSW Director of Lifesaving John Restuccia.

“It hits our guys hard when they are unable to save someone’s life and

I thank them for their efforts,” he said.

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death and a report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner.

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taken to Gosford Police Station.

A 15-year-old Greystanes male has been charged with five offences including; take and drive conveyance without consent of owner, robbery armed with offensive weapon, never licensed person drive vehicle on road, drive recklessly/furiously or speed/manner dangerously, and not give particulars to other driver.

He was refused bail and appeared in a children’s court on Tuesday, January 6.

A 16-year-old male from The Entrance was charged with three offences including; assault with intent to rob in company, robbery in company and be carried in conveyance taken without consent of owner.

He was granted conditional bail to appear in a children’s court on Friday, February 6.

A 15-year-old Mardi male was charged with two offences; robbery in company, and be carried in conveyance taken without consent of owner.

He was granted conditional bail to appear in a children’s court on Friday, February 6.

Inquiries are continuing.

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injured motorcyclist.

The 53-year-old man and his severed left foot were transferred to the helicopter where the CareFlight doctor and paramedic continued treatment on the flight to Sydney’s Royal North Shore Hospital for emergency surgery.

The 50-year-old

woman driving the Kia sedan, involved in the collision, was uninjured.

She was taken to Wyong Hospital for mandatory blood and urine tests.

No one else was injured during the incident.

Media release, 6 Jan 2015 CareFlight Media release, 7 Jan 2015 NSW Police media

Health

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Early learning centre raises funds for spina bifida sufferer he Beach Early Learning Centre in Tuggerah Lakes held a nurses, doctors and fundraiser in October to raise money for one of its pupils, Lillian surgeon were all sitting in the room stunned at her Mackenzie, who suffers from spina bifida.

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Born with spina bifida, and after recently undergoing her third neurosurgery on her spinal cord, Lillian was able to attend the preschool garden party dedicated to herself.

Each year approximately 1,500 babies are born with spina bifida, a birth defect that involves the incomplete development of the spinal cord or its coverings.

Children with spina bifida often have problems with bowel and bladder control, and some may have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or other learning difficulties, such

as hand-eye coordination problems.

The Mackenzie family will use the $1,000 raised by the preschool to help with ongoing medical costs for Lillian.

Local businesses such as The Octopus’ Garden, Express Lube Tuggerah, Westfield and many small businesses contributed to the cause by donating vouchers to be auctioned off in a silent auction or put into a raffle prize.

Families came with gold coin donations for the Mackenzie family and enjoyed an afternoon of face painting, sausage sizzle, jumping castle and gardening.

Lillian’s mum Laura said: “We are so overwhelmed and humbled by the support for Lillian at her preschool.”

“Their annual garden party tonight was in her honour to raise awareness of spina bifida and to show her love.

“She got that and more.

“We felt so strange but amazingly supported,” said Laura.

Lillian was recently given some fantastic news when her bladder scans confirmed that she is in fact voiding and has no scaring on her bladder or kidneys.

Laura said Lillian’s

progress.

She said they could not offer an answer and said it was a miracle as they were all ready to start the catheterization process.

The damaged nerves were never expected to reignite but her surgeons said they have.

The Beach Early Learning Centre Tuggerah Lakes’ nominated supervisor Ms Rebecca Daley said: “Spina bifida affects so many local families and we wish them all the best in their continual journey of treatment and cure.”

Email, 24 Dec 2014 Rebecca Daley, The Beach Early Learning Centre Tuggerah Lakes Lillian out the front of her preschool

Child airlifted after Man drowns at North Shelly Beach being scalded four-year-old boy was airlifted to yong Council’s lifeguards were called to an incident at North pronounced dead at Westmead Children’s Hospital on Shelly Beach on Wednesday, January 14, where a man was 1:20pm.

Friday, January 2, after he was scalded Local paramedics found unconscious at the unpatrolled beach. from water in a boiling kettle. praised the efforts of the

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The 67-year-old man from Glenning Valley, Mr Ron Hoffman was

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Lifeguards from Toowoon Bay and Shelly Beach performed CPR and used the defibrillator before the ambulance arrived at 12.35pm.

Following a number of attempts, Mr Hoffman was unfortunately

lifeguards.

Wyong Council has passed on its condolences to the man’s family.

Council patrols six beaches in Wyong Shire - North Shelly is unpatrolled.

Media release, 14 Jan 2015 Wyong Council media

The CareFlight rapid response trauma team was called to Hamlyn Terrace at around 7pm and landed at a park near the Darwinia Place residence where the boy had been injured.

The CareFlight doctor and paramedic hurried on foot a short distance to the residence.

The doctor and paramedic joined ambulance paramedics already at the scene and commenced pre-hospital treatment on the boy who had second degree burns to his chest and abdomen.

The boy was flown to Westmead in a stable condition.

His mother accompanied him in the helicopter.

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Women’s Bowling Club raised $3,400 for charities he Bateau Bay Women’s Bowling Club has been a strong supporter of local charity and community groups over the years and on Thursday, November 27, they presented Central Coast Health District and Camp Breakaway with $1,700 each.

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The Club presented the cheques to Central Coast Health District manager for fundraising and donations Ms Jan Richens and Camp Breakaway general manager Ms Sue Verhoek.

The Women’s Bowling Club raised a total of $3,400 over the year through raffles, special events and the scottie tin.

“Throughout the year any lady bowler who delivers a bowl on the wrong bias, puts in a gold coin donation in the scottie tin,” said Bateau Bay Women’s Bowling Club president Sue Ryan.

“Having a lot of new

bowlers definitely helps the scottie tin, but even the most experienced make this simple error in the game sometimes,” she said.

Ms Ryan said she and her committee were delighted to present the cheques to Ms Richens, who explained the needed funds would be going towards care of inpatients and radiotherapy at Gosford Hospital and the day unit for chemotherapy and treatment including the wig library at Wyong Hospital.

“Sue Verhoek from Camp Breakaway expressed that this

funding is a delight at this time of year, going towards respite camps for the frail aged, intellectually delayed, dementia and young disabled clients and their families on the Central Coast,” said Ms Ryan.

Jan and Sue thanked and congratulated the committee and members of the Bateau Bay Women’s Bowling Club for their hard work and dedication to the community with their fundraising.

Media release, 7 Jan 2015 Lisa Caswell, Bateau Bay Women’s Bowling Club

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The program will be held each Wednesday from February 11 to March 25 at Hamlyn Terrace Community Centre and each Thursday from February 12 to March 26 at Adssi

HomeLiving Australia in the Tuggerah Business Park.

Stepping On is aimed at older community members who have recently had a fall or are fearful of falling.

Community members who wish to take part in the program must be 65 years or older and living at home in the Wyong Shire, able to walk independently or with a walking stick, fearful of falling or have suffered a fall recently.

Stepping On, however, is not suitable for those with dementia or neuromuscular conditions.

Program coordinator Ms Fay Huckstepp said participants would learn exercises to improve strength and balance and practical ways to reduce the risk of falling.

“The program is very practical, as well as a great way to meet new people,” she said.

Media release, 12 Jan 2015 Kristin Whitney, Adssi HomeLiving Australia

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Mariners deserve more space

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ou will no doubt have read the news from Mariners captain, John Hutchinson that there are now more than 6,000 Mariners members.

For the smallest club in the A-League this is worth shouting about!

With 6,000 members and say 3,000 casual supporters we should be getting crowds of over 8,000; if not, why not?

No, my maths are not wrong because members do not attend every match.

There is only a small article about the team in the twice weekly editions of the Central Coast Express Advocate.

In my opinion, it is most inadequate for the only fully professional sports team on the Central

Coast.

The Mariners often have space afforded to them which is equivalent to the local cricket competition, and they are rank amateurs.

In the 1980s and 90s, it was my privilege to write a weekly article in the Blacktown Advocate about the Blacktown City Demons.

My own by-line and photo headed the column.

This newspaper published five to seven

pages of local sports news every week.

The local equivalent on the Coast devotes three pages with half of the back page taken with an advertisement.

Maybe all of us need to lobby the editor of the Express Advocate to tell him that more space is required for sports coverage.

My letter/email will be sent shortly.

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Email, 13 Dec 2014 Bob Brooks, Doyalson North

Democratic process aborted n 13 August 2014, when the Affordable Housing Glen Rd Ourimbah DA was up for discussion at Wyong Shire Council, all councillors (with the exception of one) withdrew from debate and voting because of their “Conflicts of Interest”.

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One councillor cited his reason as “because he has relatives living in Ourimbah”.

No doubt some of these councillors may be conflicted, but we will never know the truthful reasons why, as they collectively rendered the democratic process of council “inoperable”.

They fail to grasp that they have a responsibility on behalf of their constituents to participate in the chamber during such debate and not excuse themselves and so abort the democratic

Funding used for other purposes Government moneys given to universities upfront when students enrol are kept by the universities, even if students drop out.

Moneys given for students enrolling in a particular course aren’t always used for teaching

that course.

Worse still, these moneys aren’t necessarily even used for teaching at all.

In practice, government moneys can be used for: building high rise apartments for fullfee paying overseas students; issuing legal threats; and, bullying and buying the silence of staff and students who dare question the ways in which government moneys earmarked for teaching are actually used.

If I’m wrong about any of this, then I’m ready to apologise immediately, as soon as the vice chancellors state in writing that what I’ve suggested is not happening in Australia.

Email, 9 Dec 2014 Norman Hanscombe, Ourimbah

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Since its inception, council and management’s handling of the Glen Rd Development saga is concerning and Ourimbah

Email, 5 Jan 2015 Don and Anne Craig, Ourimbah

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or those interested in how Australian universities use their money, the following facts are probably ones you haven’t come across.

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residents know that, and yet we are currently being asked to respond to an amended DA that is appears to be entirely misleading.

We appeal to all Wyong residents to contact your respective councillors and remind them of what their responsibilities are regarding council matters up for debate – that is what they are elected to do and that is what they get paid to do.

he Toukley and Districts Art Society has a number of events scheduled for the coming months.

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The Society’s artists will kick off the New Year with a two week exhibition at the Shorethyme Restaurant in Norah Head.

Opening night will be on Tuesday, January 20, and the exhibition will run until Sunday, February 1.

The artists entering include Noeline Millar, Cheryl Bruce, Connie Burrnapp, Rasheeda Flight, Marlene Holdsworth, Jill Hancock, Jill Connell, Anne Sonter,

Wendy Symons, Joan Walker, Peter Tassell, Margaret Inwood, Bev Motte and Liz Watts.

The Society will hold its next monthly general meeting on Monday, February 2, at the Federation Gallery and Information Centre in Gorokan followed by a workshop on Tuesday, February 17, with local artist Cheryl Bruce.

The Abstract Afternoon will then be held on Thursday, February 26.

The Society also holds

an Academy Painting Morning each Wednesday and everybody is welcome to attend.

All the artwork is by the Society’s local members and are all for sale.

The Art and Information Gallery is open from Tuesday to Sunday.

Entry is free but donations are welcome.

Email, 6 Jan 2015 Helen Morrison, Toukley and Districts Art Society

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Wyong Regional Chronicle - January 16, 2015 - P15 5

Schools Spectacular leads to music career

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Campus Friends’ patron challenges residents entral Coast Campus Friends Inc. patron Mr Bob Puffett AM, who is an education and training expert, said it was a sign on the Woy Woy rail fence about 50 years ago that said ‘Woy Woy University’, that got him thinking about post-school education.

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Mr Puffett explained this when he addressed a dinner at the Ourimbah Campus’s Preview Restaurant on Wednesday, October 22.

He said he never discovered what the sign referred to, or why it was there, but said it made him think about the training needs of the area, something that continues to occupy his mind.

“We deserve, need and should have the opportunity to determine our future in relation to educational offerings,” said Mr Puffett.

“It is not enough to leave decision-making to the University of Newcastle or Hunter TAFE, or any other provider,” he said.

Mr Puffett challenged residents to become more

involved in decisions that fundamentally affected their future and emphasised that there was potential for local provision to be more diverse and more attuned to the Central Coast’s further development.

Media release, 23 Oct 2014 Sondra Hopkins, Central Coast Campus Friends Inc.

Parliament hears about Better Buddies at Brooke Ave PS ember for Dobell Ms Karen McNamara spoke in parliament on Wednesday, November 26, praising the Better Buddies programme at Brooke Ave Public School.

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lenning Valley’s Sophie Curtis, who attended Hunter School of Performing Arts, is one of the five featured artists in the Schools Spectacular who gained a Band 6 result in Music 1 in the HSC

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Not only did they balance the challenging lead-up to the HSC exams with the demanding schedule of show rehearsals, they excelled in their studies and have been named Distinguished Achievers.

Despite her academic success, Sophie said: “There’ll be no uni for me next year.”

With her HSC studies behind her, Sophie is giving her full concentration to

launching her music career.

As well as continuing with events, gigs and performances, Sophie will be devoting her time to songwriting with her sights set on developing enough material to fill an album.

Sophie will also be working towards fulfilling her ambition to move to the United States to open opportunities that will boost her profile as an entertainer.

“Wow, I’ve just grown so much, not just as a singer, but as a person, in the three years I have been involved in the Schools Spectacular,” Sophie said.

The next year, with her full focus on her career, Sophie dreams that growth will just explode.

Media release, 19 Dec 2014 Grant Hatch, NSW Department of Education and Communities

Better Buddies is an anti-bullying program at the school and is based on the Alannah and Madeline Foundation’s belief that “all children should have a safe and happy childhood without being subjected to any form of violence”.

Better Buddies introduces and reinforces pro-social behaviours amongst kindergarten students.

“Fortunately, during the initial stages of the program the school received a generous donation from one of their families which enabled the purchase of a Buddy Bear for every kindergarten student,” said Ms McNamara.

“Thanks to this

gift, all of the school’s kindergarten students can participate in and benefit from Better Buddies.

“Each student spends time with their bear throughout the day, reading to them, demonstrating their writing skills, holding discussions with them and ensuring the overall wellbeing of each Buddy Bear.

“The program engages students through various activities aimed at teaching students how to interact with each other in a fair and fun way.

“I am informed by their classroom teacher Lisa McBride that, so far, the students have engaged in discussions about what it means to be a buddy,

what their feelings are telling them, how to deal with difficult situations and how the students can care for each other.

“The school is hoping to extend the program in 2015 to include Stage 2 students, with a view to building positive relationships throughout the entire school.

“I would like to congratulate principal Kerry Whellam and her wonderful team at Brooke Ave for this initiative that is effectively supporting Brooke Ave’s youngest students,” said Ms McNamara.

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Austin A30 gets a new life

The 1954 Austin A30 before it was restored

Mr and Mrs Adderton with the restored car

rare 1954 Austin A30 is getting a new life in the hands of car beautifully restored car gets quite the reaction enthusiast and Glengara retiree Mr John Adderton.

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The vintage car, one of just 100 A30s remaining in Australia, was discontinued in 1956, but John has painstakingly restored it to full working condition.

After buying the bare body shell in 1998 for the low sum of $100, John took the opportunity to rebuild the car with

original model parts.

“When I decided to get an Austin A30, I looked around and bought one but the car was rusted and totally worn out,” John said.

“I was offered the body shell of another at Lithgow, and it was so good that I bought it immediately.”

An avid car enthusiast

who has owned several vintage Austins throughout his lifetime, John said he is a longtime fan of the A30, which was originally designed as a cheaper competitor for the popular Morris Minor.

Now living at Glengara Retirement Village on the Central Coast, John said that the

from other residents.

“From the first day we had the A30 parked on the drive outside the garage, many of the residents have wanted to know more about it, and some had even owned one themselves.”

After 60 years, the car is still in top condition thanks to John’s careful attentions.

It gets a regular workout with long

trips down along the Murray River to attend vintage car rallies and exhibitions, and is even booked in for its first school formal in late 2015.

In the meantime, the rare car is a perfect way for John and wife Judy, who first met through a mutual passion for vintage cars in 1963, to explore the Central Coast after moving into their retirement villa in July 2014.

“Just the other week, we took it from Glengara to Newcastle just for the day,” he said.

“We both love the little car.”

The restored A30 has served the couple well, and John and Judy are looking forward to plenty more road trips in the future.

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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

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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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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The NSW Justices Association Inc Are you a JP? The NSW Justices Association is seeking volunteers for 6 community JP Desks in Wyong Shire Free Insurance and training provided 0418 493 388 benefits@nswja.org.au

The Rotary Club of the Entrance Inc. A small, friendly and effective club supporting many local organisations, and international Rotary Activities. Always welcoming new members, men and women, to help us to help others.

Meetings 6pm for 6.30 pm each Tues – Mingara Recreation Club 4367 6540

for cold humanity.

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

Donations of 8ply yarn gratefully received.

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

4353 1750 Wyong Toastmasters Club Assist members with their self improvement, increased confidence and self esteem by way of structured education modules in an entertaining atmosphere 1st, 3rd and 5th Friday Wyong RSL Anzac Ave Wyong 1030am 4328 8297 j pp @ joppa@theorchards.com.au

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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

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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

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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

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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 Bateau Bay Ladies Probus Club We offer a warm welcome, friendship and interesting speakers.

4th Mon every month RSL Hall Killarney Vale 4332 6625 Toowoon Bay Probus Club Come and meet new friends and enjoy the company of like-minded Seniors.

Morning tea provided, guest speakers talking on topics relevant to Seniors, as well as regular exciting social events.

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Anglican Church hall, corner of Brooke Ave and Eastern Rd Bateau Bay New members welcome.

4334 3979 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.

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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.

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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 Tuggerah Lakes U3A Keep your mind active and learn something new!

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Long Jetty - Discussions, play reading, cryptic crosswords, talks, readers group, Mahjong Toukley - Creative writing, French conversation Berkeley Vale - Music Appreciation

Mingara Indoor Bowls Club The play of Indoor (Carpet) Bowls - Daily competition (singles, pairs & triples) Winner’s Prize $5 - but strongly social - Sun 9.30am Noon - Mon 6.30pm–9pm Wed 9.30am-2pm (including lunch break) Ray 4389 2567 Mingara Club 4349 7799 raymurphy1935@hotmail.com

Wyong Drama Group Inc A friendly group, presenting 3 major productions a year.

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7.30pm in the new Grove Community Centre

The Wyong Diary For events in post code areas 2258, 2259, 2261, 2262 and 2263 Tuesday Jan 20 An Exhibition of Art

by Artists from Toukley and Districts Art Society opening night, Shorethyme Restaurant, Norah Head, 6pm

Wednesday Jan 21 Blokes Refresher for Education and Work course information enrolment session, Block G, level 2, room 3/4, Gosford TAFE

Saturday Jan 24 Tuggerah Lakes Show Band open day, Band Hall, The Entrance

Sunday Jan 25 Wyong Australia Day celebrations, Wyong Race Club, 12pm Australia Day celebrations, Canton Beach foreshore, 4pm

Monday Jan 26 Australia Day celebrations, Memorial Park, The Entrance, 11am-9pm

Saturday Jan 31 Summerland Kings, Wyong RSL, 7:30pm

Sunday Feb 1 @

Cafe Church - Alive Five, Toukley

Presbyterian hall, 5pm

Church

Monday Feb 2 Toukley and Districts Art Society monthly general meeting, Federation Gallery and Information Centre, Gorokan, 10am ARPRA Northlakes meeting, Lake Munmorah Bowling Club10:30am,

Saturday Feb 7 Tuggerah Lakes Show Band open day, Band Hall, The Entrance Knitters’ Guild of NSW – The Entrance Group meeting, Long Jetty Senior Citizens Club, 11am-2pm

Wednesday Feb 11 Stepping On program begins, Hamlyn Terrace Community Centre

Thursday Feb 12 Stepping On program begins, Adssi HomeLiving Australia office, Tuggerah Business Park

Sunday Feb 15 Fun Concert with the Lakes Singers, Toukley Presbyterian Church, 2pm

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

Contact details are on page 2.

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Knitters learn about Gansey techniques

he Entrance group of the Knitters’ Guild of NSW will hold its next meeting on Saturday, February 7, at the Long Jetty Senior Citizens Centre.

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The meeting will focus on knitted name tags and attendees will learn how the knitters of traditional seamen’s jumpers in the Gansey Is, Scotland, knitted the owner’s initials or name into the garment for easy

identification.

The attendees will then use knitters’ graph paper to design personalised name tags for themselves using the old Gansey techniques.

Those who wish to attend will need to bring

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Public mural to celebrate 100 years of the Long Jetty

along a pencil, eight ply yarn and matching needles.

The first two meetings of the Knitters Guild of NSW are free.

Email, 12 Jan 2015 Caroline Baker, the Knitters’ Guild of NSW-The Entrance

Emily Payne with her children Joan and John,the boat shed they built and the floats hired to tourists Photo courtsey of Alf and Emily Payne

picture tells a thousand words and that’s exactly what Wyong Council is planning to do as it prepares for the 100 year celebration of the Long Jetty in April this year.

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A name tag knitted using the old Gansey technique

Multicultural concert and party held he Hellenic Community of the Central Coast held a multicultural Christmas concert and party in December which was attended by around 30 community members including Wyong Council mayor Cr Doug Eaton.

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The event saw entertainment by Chinese musicians on traditional instruments, Christmas craft activities for children and a variety of foods prepared by the African, Indian, Chinese, Filipino and Greek communities.

Santa also made an

appearance giving each child a bag of sweets.

The Hellenic Community of the Central Coast will also be hosting its first end of month luncheon for the year on Saturday, January 31, at the Chittaway Community Hall.

The luncheon will

include Greek as well as Australian food in recognition of Australia Day. Newsletter, 22 Dec 2014 Hellenic Community of the Central Coast

Council is installing a public mural on the foreshore consisting of images and stories about the history of the jetty and the people who have enjoyed it over the years.

Council’s manager of Community Partnerships and Planning Ms Julie Vaughan is calling on the community to get involved and submit photographs and memorabilia representing the Long Jetty or the Long Jetty community over the past 100 years.

“Long Jetty has a long history as a treasured home for locals, a popular

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the Payne Family who took advantage of Long Jetty becoming a tourist destination in the 1940s building a cabin on the beach and hiring out paddle boats, floats and prawning nets, which were always in high demand,” Cr Webster said.

“I found this out during research with former Cr Robyn Stewart for the book ‘Down Memory Lane’ so I know there are lots of great stories and memories out there.

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tourist destination for travellers and a cultural hub for artists and photographers,” Ms Vaughan said.

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Council’s deputy mayor Cr Lynne Webster said initial investigations into the historical fabric of the area have unveiled many photographs and artistic impressions of The Long Jetty.

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Wyong Regional Chronicle - January 16, 2015 - P21

Killarney District Soccer Club receives $4,000 grant uniform and a ball for illarney District Soccer Club (KDSC) players and followers Brendan Chandler.

“This will enable local each child,” said Mr were out to support their local team at Central Coast Stadium on December 27 in Hyundai A-League round 12, the designated children with special Chandler.

“We are very proud needs the opportunity to Hyundai Goals for Grassroots match.

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Coast Mariners scored during the match, the club would receive an additional $1,000 bonus.

By virtue of the Central Coast Mariners scoring three goals, the junior club receives a $4,000 Hyundai Help for Kids grant.

The junior grassroots club also received 20 complimentary tickets

With up to $10,000 on the line, Killarney District were cheering on the Central Coast Mariners as they took on Brisbane Roar.

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to attend the match, an on-field official cheque presentation and the filming of a professional one minute video to help promote their club.

“The Hyundai Goals for Grassroots donation will be used to support the upcoming KDSC Special Needs Academy,” said Killarney District Soccer Club committee member

participate in an organised and structured football academy, including qualified coaching and organised games.

“Currently there is very little opportunity for children with special needs to participate in organised sport, particularly football, and be part of a club.

“The funds would be utilised to purchase a

to be playing a part in Hyundai’s Help for Kids initiative through the Goals for Grassroots program,” said Central Coast Mariners’ defender Josh Rose.

“The heart-and-soul

of all communities is linked to the kids, and we are delighted to be able to participate in actively encouraging and nurturing the community team players and their families.”

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Kim Seung-yong leaves the Mariners

Jedinak takes out all the major awards

he Central Coast Mariners have terminated South Korean attacker Kim Seung-yong’s contract by mutual consent.

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Kim now has an opportunity to play closer to his homeland and family which he is keen to pursue.

The former Gamba Osaka and Ulsan Hyundai

playmaker has been a model professional since joining the yellow and navy in February last year.

Kim scored twice last campaign, including an

impressive free kick at home to Sydney FC, and once this season, and also featured for the Mariners against one of his former clubs, FC Seoul, during the 2014 AFC Champions

Media release, 21 Dec 2014 Central Coast Mariners media

Mariners’ match at Brookvale Oval will not proceed

Mile Jedinak

ormer Central Coast Mariners player he Central Coast Mariners’ Hyundai A-League 2014/15 round Mile Jedinak has been named the 16 clash against Adelaide United will now be played at Gosford’s Football Federation Australia’s top Central Coast Stadium.

Male Footballer of the Year for 2014, adding Warringah Council The Saturday, will now revert back to his recent awards at the Asian Football February 7 fixture was to the home of the has taken all possible Confederation (AFC) Awards night. originally scheduled to Mariners after Football steps to ensure that the

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Jedinak claimed the award for the second consecutive year after breaking through for his first Footballer of the Year Award in 2013.

Jedinak was also named the AFC’s International Player of the year.

Both awards were bestowed upon Jedinak following his outstanding

League Group Stage.

A popular member of the playing squad, Kim leaves the Mariners with the best wishes of everyone involved with the club.

performances as the captain of Crystal Palace FC in the English Premier League and also through his captaincy and performances for the Socceroos throughout 2014, including the FIFA World Cup in Brazil.

be played at Brookvale Oval in the heart of the Manly Warringah Football Association – an area home to over 16,000 registered participants.

However the game

Federation Australia (FFA) management and the Club agreed that the Brookvale Oval surface would not be in an adequate condition for play by early February.

game would proceed as planned, however, the current timelines to ready the field of play to strict Hyundai A-League standards following the recent partial laying of

a fresh Brookvale Oval surface are now too tight.

Central Coast Mariners have thanked Warringah Council for their efforts and interest in hosting a Hyundai A-League match in their region, and broadening the reach of elite Australian football.

Media release, 12 Jan 2015 Central Coast Mariners media

Mariners’ new director has wealth of experience

Media release, 2 Jan 2015 Football Federation Australia

ormer West Ham United FC and Portsmouth FC CEO Mr Peter revenues.

“I look forward to Storrie has joined the Central Coast Mariners as an Associate meeting all parties that wish Director.

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Initially, Storrie will be on the Central Coast from early February to midMarch.

During this time, he will review the Club’s structures and lead a marketing and commercial campaign to increase Club revenues.

Storrie will also engage with key local stakeholders as the Mariners look to strengthen its ties to the community, and build on the foundations currently in place.

“Peter has a wealth of experience that we’ll be calling on as we continue our drive towards building a sustainable model that can keep the Club based on the Central Coast,” said Central Coast Mariners owner Mr Michael Charlesworth.

Speaking from the United Kingdom Storrie, who has also previously worked for Southend United and Notts County, said he was excited to be

linking with the Mariners and was looking forward to making a contribution to the Hyundai A-League.

“I am delighted to help anywhere I can with the Club and hope that having worked in football for over 25 years, my experience will help me to help take

the Club forward,” Storrie said.

“This is an exciting challenge for me in a country that I have always called my second home.

“My objective is to help the Club increase its bonds to the community and assist in enhancing Club

to unite and get behind the Mariners, and working with the current management and staff at the Club.

“As one, we can make the Mariners a success on and off the field,” he said.

Media release, 31 Dec 2014 Central Coast Mariners media

Wyong Regional Chronicle - January 16, 2015 - P23

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Pandurevic signs for the Mariners

Mariners’ improved results gives them confidence for 2015 entral Coast Mariners entered the brief summer Hyundai A-League pause for the 2015 AFC Asian Cup full of confidence after Phil Moss’s side claimed a well-earned 2-0 win over Melbourne City in Gosford on Sunday, January 4.

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A double from livewire attacker Mitchell Duke helped steer the Mariners past John van’t Schip’s side on the banks of the Brisbane Water – the win coming after an improved attacking display by the yellow and navy and a determined defensive performance which saw Liam Reddy produce a number of fine saves to thwart City’s many attacking weapons.

The Mariners took the lead early in the contest when Duke capitalised on a precise pass from attacking midfield whiz Glen Trifiro.

Seizing his opportunity, Duke slid an accurate effort of his own beyond City’s goal keeper, Tando Velaphi to score his first goal since the opening day of the campaign.

In the 27th minute Duke nabbed his third goal of the season, in the process doubling his side’s advantage.

Hungarian midfielder Richard Vernes showed good determination to win the ball on the edge of the area and poke it into Duke’s path, before the Mariners number nine let fly with a firm strike that beat Velaphi for pace.

Central Coast didn’t have it all their own way in the first 45 however, twice Mariner’s goal keeper Reddy needed to produce some of his best work to keep the City slickers at bay.

Thirteen minutes after the interval the visitors were reduced to 10 men after Velaphi raced out of his area in an attempt to beat the dynamic Duke to the ball.

Unfortunately for the City custodian, Duke got a touch on the ball just ahead of the former Perth Glory man.

Velaphi then clattered into Duke, and while referee Peter Green dismissed Velaphi, Duke, who may otherwise have netted a hat trick, was also forced from the field with an injury.

Duke’s injury on the hour mark opened an opportunity for new Central Coast Mariners recruit Travis Major to make his Hyundai A-League debut, and throughout his 30 minute cameo, the former Blacktown City FC man showed he has the qualities to worry defences in Australia’s top flight.

Following the contest, Central Coast Mariners boss Moss said that the win was the result of his players and staff sticking together, and believing in the Club’s football vision.

“It just shows what our dressing room is made of and how much desire and camaraderie there is between the players and the staff,” Moss said.

“That’s a very rewarding victory, I think it matches the performance.

“It’s nothing less than

the players deserve.

“It’s an accumulation of belief and desire and confidence and I think last week against Brisbane Roar was a real turning point for us at home to score three goals.

“I think that gave us the confidence to know that we can score goals and that we’re good enough to score goals.

“I thought we looked threatening just about every time we went forward tonight and that’s something that we have been working on.

“I keep saying that we are rebuilding a football team and stage one was to play football, and stage two is to turn good football into effective football – we’re starting to do that more and more now.

“I have to give full credit to the senior players for keeping the dressing room together throughout a long spell without a win.

“Let’s not get carried away, it’s only a win,” he said.

“It’s four points from six to start the New Year and it’s a sign that 2015 is going to be a better year than the end of 2014.

Central Coast Mariners players and staff have a few days off before the Club begins its preparations for its next home match against Sydney FC on January 24.

Media release, 4 Jan 2015 Central Coast Mariners media

Dejan Pandurevic and Phil Moss

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entral Coast Mariners have confirmed that they have secured the services of young attacking ace Dejan Pandurevic until the end of the Hyundai A-League 2014/15 season.

The 17-year-old has earned his first professional contract after his spell with the Nike Academy in the United Kingdom ended, a similar series of events as former Mariners midfielder Tom Rogic.

Much like the current Celtic man, Pandurevic secured a move to Britain to join the Nike Academy after impressing in a class of 64 talented participants at the Australian trials.

He failed to land a British work permit, which denied him the opportunity to link with interested clubs in England.

Pandurevic has returned to the Mariners, the club who he featured for during the Mariners’ 2013/14 Foxtel National Youth League season.

He said he’s pleased to pen his first professional deal just two days out from his 18th birthday.

“It was a great feeling when Mossy called and told me the news,” he said.

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“It’s my first professional contract.

“It’s fantastic news for myself, my family and a great reward after all my hard work over the years.

“It’s fantastic to make it as a professional.

“It has come at a great time and is a fantastic early birthday present.

“I was here in the Youth team last year, the boys have made me feel very welcome and it felt like home straight away.”

Pandurevic insists he’ll be training hard and is eager to impress new boss Phil Moss, who he worked with as a youngster at Manly United.

“It will be great to work with Mossy again.

“He was the head coach at Manly when I was there.

“He obviously moved onto the Mariners and here I am now playing for him.

“I’ll be working hard at training every day to try and impress him and the coaching staff.”

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Moss said he believes Pandurevic is the perfect addition to his squad.

“Dejan is a player of great potential and he’s got a fantastic attitude,” said Moss.

“He’s technically good, and strong for his age and size.

“He was one of the standouts in our youth team last year.

“I think being in England really toughened him up physically.

“I know he’s got a great character and mentality.

“He’s dedicated on making a professional career for himself.

“We’ve given him an opportunity until the end of the season and we’ll see how he goes.

“I’ve got no fear giving young kids an opportunity if I feel they are ready, but they need to work hard and they have to win that spot on their merits,” Moss concluded.

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Chinese University campus proposed for Warnervale

Wyong Council mayor Cr Doug Eaton (centre) with Wuyi University president Zhang to his right and vice president Wurren to his left with members of the Ames Foundation

“At the moment, a strong record in and making connections. yong Council’s mayor Cr Doug Eaton is currently in China The Wyong Education overseas meeting key dignitaries to progress interest and investment they have interests in supporting universities in Ottowa education,” said mayor and Business Precinct has in the Shire.

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Top of the agenda is plans for a world class tertiary campus to cater for 7,000 students to be located at the Wyong Education and Business Precinct in Warnervale.

The mayor met with president Zhang and vice president Wuren of the Wuyi University in Jiangmen near

Guangzhou (population over 20 million) on Monday, January 12, to discuss their interest in this campus.

Wuyi University has 18,000 students and specialises in engineering and technology, key disciplines of which there is little opportunity to explore at this time in

Wyong Shire.

Mayor Cr Eaton said president Zhang was enthusiastic about working with council to develop a university in the Wyong Shire.

“Wuyi University is looking to expand its current cooperation agreements with overseas campuses.

and New York.

“This will be a first for Wyong and Australia if they get on board and I am really hoping they will.

“Wuyi is great fit for Wyong and not just because it starts with W. “They have the expertise in the technical subjects we need and

Cr Eaton.

The campus would cater for 7,000 students and create 500 permanent jobs and include a SMARTS Hub knowledge and community centre for students and the broader community to assist in developing their skills, supporting employment and business initiatives

been identified by council as one of 39 key projects requiring investment and funding from the state and federal governments to create more jobs and opportunities for Wyong Shire residents.

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Wyong services directory

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Aboriginal woman’s remains repatriated The remains of an aboriginal woman which date before European settlement have been repatriated to Bouddi National Park.

The remains were found at Pretty Beach around 50 years ago.

They have been brought back to the Central Coast, together with the remains of an aboriginal man found at Shelly Beach, from the Sydney University’s Shellshear Museum as part of a Darkinjung Land Council repatriation program.

The remains were laid to rest with traditional cultural practices.

The repatriation is a result of Office of Environment and Heritage, National Parks and Wildlife Service, Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council and Guringai Tribal Link working together to identify appropriate sites.

The repatriation included undertaking a number of traditions so that the process was carried out in a respectful and culturally meaningful way.

Land Council representative Ms Sharon Hodgetts said the ceremonies were conducted with an initiated elder and were an opportunity to afford these ancestors recognition and dignity.

“The repatriation includes bringing remains back to their country and undertaking appropriate cultural practices

One of the secret repatriation ceremonies

such as a smoking ceremony,” said Ms Hodgetts.

Aboriginal and non-aboriginal staff of Office of Environment and Heritage and National Parks

Call it Correa Bay Rd, say residents Ninety-five residents of Woy Woy Rd, between Rawson Rd, the proposed new bridge and the intersection at Woy Woy Creek in Woy Woy, have asked that their section of road be renamed Correa Bay Rd. As signatures to a petition, they said they believed the name change would avoid the present confusion with Woy Woy Rd, Kariong, and would better reflect the nature of the road which runs

along the shoreline of Correa Bay. They said it would be more appropriate for a road which will no longer be a major road to Woy Woy and would be clearer for emergency responses and other public services, including for mail delivery.

It would create a greater sense of community; and comply with the general principles of the Geographical Names Board NSW. Gosford Council has noted the petition.

Gosford Council agenda P.38, 25 Nov 2014

and Wildlife Service worked with Darkinjung to prepare the sites.

The remains were found at two different locations on the Central Coast with one set, male, found in

1958 on dunes at Shelly Beach.

The remains of a female were found at Pretty Beach, date unknown.

The remains were handed to

police and when it was found they were not the result of foul play they were given to the Shellshear Museum at Sydney University.

Investigation indicated the Aboriginal remains dated back prior to European contact.

Office of Environment and Heritage cultural heritage officer Mr Brad Welsh said it was an ongoing process to work closely with indigenous communities to return remains and artefacts to their ancestral custodians.

“The Office is proud to provide support to communities and facilitate the repatriation of ancestral remains and artefacts,” he said.

The remains have been laid to rest in their country in Bouddi National Park and Tuggerah Nature Reserve at special, secret places.

Up until the late 1940s, aboriginal remains were removed from graves and burial sites, as well as hospitals and prisons.

Thousands of remains were sent to museums and scientific institutions throughout Europe and elsewhere.

They also formed part of the collections of Australia’s major natural Office of Environment and Heritage history museums established in the mid-19th Century.

Media release, 18 Nov 2014 Susan Davis, NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service

Local districts top renovations list Local districts of Box HeadMacMasters Beach and Umina-Booker Bay-Patonga have been named as two of the top 10 NSW regional areas for renovations in the past year.

The Renovation Report issued by the Westpac bank listed the areas as sixth and ninth in the 12 months to August.

The areas recorded a total

spend of $6 million and $8 million respectively.

“Favourable market conditions across Australia means that many home owners have seen the value of their properties rise,” said Westpac general manager of retail banking Ms Gai McGrath.

“As a result, one quarter of Australians have been able to borrow more to extend or improve their home and stay in their preferred location rather than

moving elsewhere.

“While the majority (64 per cent) of renovators still finance their home improvements through savings, more than one in four (26 per cent of those aged 1854) are choosing to finance their renovations by increasing or topping up their home loan,” said Ms McGrath.

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ollowing over 1,500 public objections and around 800 supporting submissions, Gosford Council has deferred its decision on a contentious application to redevelop the Avoca Beach Theatre.

The proposal is seeking to add four cinemas to the site as well as a cafe and gallery, five residential units and basement car parking.

Gosford City’s mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna said the council was still very keen to try and make the redevelopment workable.

“Council staff did recommend that this development application should be refused for a number of reasons,” mayor Cr McKinna said.

“But, we strongly believe there is still an opportunity for council staff and the developer to try and see whether the redevelopment of this important, iconic community facility could be delivered in a more suitable and acceptable way.

“At this stage, there are still concerns about the proposal’s excessive size and height, as well as whether it is in the community’s best interests.

Community members concerned about the future of the Avoca Beach Theatre

“Although we received well over 1,500 individual letters and signatures objecting to this proposal, it’s important to acknowledge that we also received around 800 individual letters and signatures supporting it as part of the application’s public exhibition.

“Councillors have also been advised by council staff that the site’s flooding risks are too significant to ignore, especially for this proposal.

“With the site located in an existing floodway, the proposed vehicle access and basement car parking for the redevelopment

pose serious public safety risks if the site floods.

“However, council has now deferred its decision on this proposal and asked the CEO to meet with the applicant and gauge their preparedness to amend the current design to address these concerns and others.

“We’ve also asked for a further report to be provided to the council at its next available meeting after March next year.”

The decision was a source of contention at council’s final meeting of the year with the gallery full to the brim and overflowing into the foyer.

Councillors did not unanimously decide on the deferral with Greens Cr Hillary Morris saying she didn’t see what a further three months was going to achieve.

“There has been plenty of time to reach an agreement,” said Cr Morris.

“The theatre is a wonderful community asset, there is no doubt about that, and I certainly hope we don’t lose it.”

Cr Gabby Bowles said the application was “an emotional one” for her as it was one of the first emails she received when she was elected as a councillor.

“There’s a lot of different opinions about whether the owners have a sound and reasonable reason to expand, but I don’t believe that’s council’s decision to decide.

“None of us want to see this theatre close… but the report as it stands now is not something I can support,” said Cr Bowles.

Mayor Cr McKinna said: “I would like to sincerely thank every resident for their comments and feedback on this proposal, and patience while we continue to assess the application.”

Media release, 10 Dec 2014 Gosford Council Media Kaitlin Watts, 18 Dec 2014

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yong Council has received a proposal from the Australia China Theme Park Pty Ltd to rezone land at Sparks Rd, Warnervale, to allow for the development of a $500 million cultural theme park – Chappypie China Time.

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Council will now forward the planning proposal to the Department of Planning and Environment (DPE) seeking permission through a gateway determination to proceed in the preparation of a planning proposal to amend the Wyong LEP to facilitate the Theme Park.

The land is currently zoned industrial which allows a theme park but the height is currently very restrictive.

The theme park, set

on 15.7 hectares of land, would create jobs in the construction phase and an additional 1,000 ongoing jobs once completed.

The rezoning will be subject to community and agency consultation with the results to be reported back to council.

Mayor Cr Doug Eaton said: “I am personally excited that this proposal has got to this stage.”

“This is a development, along with a regional airport, that can completely transform

our Shire and turn us into a key tourist destination.

“We desperately need more local jobs, particularly for our young people, and thousands of local jobs will be created during construction alone, which is great news.

“The spin offs in terms of tourism jobs and dollars flowing in our Shire are huge and it will really put Wyong Shire on the map.”

Media statement, 10 Dec 2014 Wyong Council media

Artist impression of the building from the corner of Marine Pde and The Entrance Road (left) and the loading area from Ocean Pde (right)

development application for a $40 million development of 126 apartments, shops and a restaurant with parking and public domain works at 14 The Entrance Rd and 2 Ocean Pde, The Entrance, has been submitted to Wyong Council.

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An artist’s impression of part of the theme park

The development would consist of the construction of a podium and tower style building totalling 20 storeys which would include shops and restaurants and 126 apartments, 35 of which would be one-bedroom, 57 two-bedroom and 34 three-bedroom.

The development would also cater for 209 parking spaces, communal open space and facilities such as a pool and barbecues.

Council made a “This will mean better submission to the Joint housing options for our Regional Planning residents, and better Panel in support of the accommodation, retail application which was and dining options for the considered by the Hunter many tourists who come Central Coast JRPP on here.

December 18, however, “This represents a $40 at the time Wyong million investment in the Regional chronicle went local economy and the to press the outcome was community will benefit not available. from the job creation and Deputy Mayor Cr tourism opportunities that Lynne Webster said: will follow.”

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Grandstand demolition starts oval redevelopment

New name, same organisation

The demolition of the Woy Woy Oval grandstand began on Friday, November 28, following the approval of $3.5 million in funding to Gosford Council for the oval redevelopment.

The funding approval was announced by Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks.

“This project will involve the construction of a new grandstand building, clubhouse, change rooms, forecourt and field relocation at Woy Woy Oval,” said Ms Wicks.

“It will be a great boost to Woy Woy as this facility will improve the region’s ability to meet the demands of future population growth and the need for more recreational facilities.

“The project will create approximately 186 jobs during construction,” she said.

The development was also approved by the Joint Regional Planning Panel on Thursday, December 4, a decision which was backed by the Peninsula Chamber of Commerce.

“This is a great result for the Woy Woy town centre,” said Chamber president Mr Matthew Wales.

“The design and orientation of the new grandstand and forecourt areas will create an exciting opportunity to re-activate this section of the old Woy Woy town centre whilst providing new sporting facilities for the area.

“From the outset, the Chamber was of the view that the redevelopment of the Woy Woy Oval needed to provide both improved sporting facilities and more usable public space.

Council will construct the reserve’s $1.4 million rock revetment, spend $200,000 in landscaping and conduct a feasibility study for a counciloperated dredge to renourish Ettalong Beach.

Plans to construct groynes near the reserve have been dropped,

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A service will be held on Saturday, February 14, at the CPO Jonathan Rogers Memorial at Rogers Park, Woy Woy, to commemorate the anniversary of the sinking of HMAS Voyager.

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At that stage, the ommencing in 2015, Ducks Crossing Publications has separated its newspaper business from its other publishing and sales business only had the one newspaper, so the business activities.

It will continue to trade as Ducks Crossing Publications, while the newspaper side of the organisation will trade under a new business name,

Central Coast Newspapers.

The name Ducks Crossing Publications came about because the office was located at Tascott near an official ducks crossing

point on Glenrock Parade with an official council road sign warning drivers of ducks crossing the road, often with a number of ducklings in tow.

name could cover many other publishing and related activities.

However, on moving to Gosford and commencing publication of newspapers covering the entire Central

Coast, it now seems far more appropriate to have a business name which reflects that, and which represents the core business of the organisation.

The address, telephone numbers, bank details and email addresses remain unchanged.

However, new ones have also been created to suit the new name, but they are all redirected to the same areas within the organisation.

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Two environmental grants announced new short term spaces within the car park immediately to the north of the new development.

“While parking is a major issue for retailers in the Woy Woy town centre, this design reaches a good compromise between the needs of the sporting community, the desire to activate the street front and the necessity to provide parking and

retail outcomes for the town centre.

“The Chamber understands that the redevelopment should be completed in September 2015 which means the new facility and forecourt area will be open for business leading into the busy summer period next year.

“The outcome is a great example of community engagement and co-

operation.”

Media release, 8 Dec 2014 Matthew Wales, Peninsula Chamber of Commerce Media release, 28 Nov 2014 Tim Sowden, office of Lucy Wicks MP Photo: Craig Bucello

and the remaining funding will be reallocated to other projects.

The change of scope is expected to deliver a number of benefits to the community and council, according to Council’s community growth director Ms Judy Jaeger.

These include better protection of heritage items, local properties and infrastructure, as well as maintaining amenity and beach access, and extending a similar seawall from Ettalong Foreshore Reserve to Lance Webb Reserve.

The Peninsula Chamber of Commerce president Mr Matthew Wales said he was pleased that Gosford Council has agreed to continue with the revetment wall upgrade works on the Ettalong foreshore in Lance Webb Reserve.

“Council’s decision to change the scope of upgrade works in and around Ettalong Foreshore’s Lance Webb Reserve is welcome news,” said Mr Wales.

“The dredge option is a position that the Chamber has advocated for many years.

“We see this as being essential in ensuring that the renourishment of Ettalong Beach is sustainable, similar to the way that the beach in Noosa Queensland is maintained.

“We also support the shelving of the previous plans to construct groynes in the reserve’s vicinity with those funds reallocated to other projects.

“The construction of groynes has had mixed success in the past and it is our view that regular sand renourishment is more effective.

“This decision clearly

demonstrates council’s ongoing commitment to the upgrading of the Ettalong Beach foreshore.

“The funding of the works will ensure better protection of local properties and public infrastructure and link in with the recently completed foreshore works,” said Mr Wales.

Gosford Council agenda GRO.32, 9 Dec 2014 Media release, 10 Dec 2014 Matthew Wales, Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

nvironment Minister and Minister for the Central Coast Rob Stokes and Member for Gosford Chris Holstein have announced two environmental grants totalling $36,000 to fund new environmental projects in Gosford.

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Mr Stokes said almost $34,000 would be spent to improve local wildlife corridors, while Woy Woy South Public School would receive $2,500 for a project to teach students the benefits of recycling and using energy and water sustainably.

“This grant will help build upon the Gosford Coastal Open Space System, which is a network of bushland reserves created 30 years ago to protect the

landscape and habitat,” Mr Stokes said.

“This funding will be used to improve existing wildlife corridors to improve the environmental protection this reserve system offers.

“Protecting and enhancing the environment of NSW is our shared responsibility and these funding programs support the community to care for their own environments.”

Mr Holstein said: “This funding will help improve

Marine Rescue Central Coast was kept busy on January 3 and 4 with a handful of rescues in the Peninsula area.

green spaces in our community and empower future generations to value and protect our environment,” Mr Holstein said.

“I am very pleased the NSW Government has provided this funding for both of these projects.”

Media release, 18 Dec 2014 Andrew Priestley, Office of Rob Stokes MP

The program will include a short march with the Naval Band and Australian Naval Cadets from TS Hawkesbury from the Everglades Country Club car park at 11:30am to the Memorial for the service at 12pm.

Students from Brisbane Water Secondary College, Umina Campus, will read out the names of those men who lost their lives on that tragic day.

Following the service, a lunch will be served at Everglades Country Club at 1pm for $40.

No tickets will be available for purchase on the day.

To purchase a ticket, contact Bruce Smith on 4382 6146.

Email, 5 Jan 2015 Bruce Smith, Naval Association of Australia Central Coast Sub Section

The CPO Jonathan Rogers Memorial in Woy Woy

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A handful of New Year marine rescues

The demolition of Woy Woy Oval grandstand

“This design pushes the oval and grandstand further to the east creating a large area of public space along the street front which will include passive recreation areas and a new cafe.

“There initially will be a loss of 48 timed car parking spaces within the existing short term car park.

“However, this will be offset by 62

Groynes abandoned as upgrade proceeds Gosford Council will upgrade Lance Webb Reserve on the Ettalong foreshore, but will abandon plans to construct groynes on the beach.

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Volunteer crews assisted two vessels on Sunday, January 4, which started with a phone call at around 1:45pm from the skipper of a 6.5 metre runabout off Lobster Beach.

He indicated that there were five people aboard his boat and he suspected he had contaminated fuel.

Skipper Peter Alderton and his crew on Central Coast 21 were assigned the task.

The vessel was quickly located and towed to safety at Empire Bay. While this vessel was still under tow, a radio call was received at 2:45pm from a four metre vessel at

Ettalong.

The owner reported two people on board and indicated the boat had a mechanical failure.

Skipper Norm Smith and his crew on Central Coast 22 were assigned to assist.

The runabout was towed off the beach and back to the Blackwall ramp.

The radio operator at the Point Clare base received the first call for help on Saturday, January 3, around 9:20am from a five metre runabout in Hardys Bay. The three men on board reported mechanical problems.

Skipper Norm Smith, aboard Central Coast 21, was tasked to assist and the vessel was towed to the Lintern St ramp.

While this incident was still underway, just after 9:30am,

Skipper Ken Sharp on patrol aboard Central Coast 22 was flagged down on The Broadwater by a five metre runabout.

The two people on-board said their boat’s engine had failed and asked for a tow to Gosford boat ramp.

Around 1pm, the radio room received another call for help from a Sea Doo PWC at Lobster Beach.

The owner reported that the engine would not start and the two people on-board needed help to get back to Lions Park at Woy Woy. Central Coast 22 was sent to assist.

At 1:30pm Skipper Peter Ashworth and his crew on Central Coast 21 were sent out to search for a green hulled vessel reported to have a mechanical failure.

The owner thought he was near Blackwall Channel.

As Central Coast 21 traversed Paddys Channel its crew was flagged down by a 5.5 metre Caribbean runabout.

The boat’s owner reported engine failure and asked for a tow to the Blackwall Ramp.

The request was OK’d by the watch officer, Robert Smith, and the search task for a green hulled vessel was transferred to Central Coast 22.

The green vessel was found to be a six metre Haines Hunter with two people on-board.

It was located at 2:20pm off Pelican Island and was towed to Gosford Ramp.

Meanwhile, at 2:15pm, Central Coast 21 was assigned to assist a 4.5 metre runabout with two people

on board, stranded on a sand bar near Pretty Beach.

Skipper Peter Ashworth manoeuvred the rescue boat as closely as possible in the tricky conditions and skill throwing a heaving line enabled a tow-rope to be passed.

The runabout was then dragged to deeper water and jump-started.

It was escorted back to the Koolewong Ramp.

All those assisted thanked the Marine Rescue volunteer boat crews and radio room operators for giving up their time to provide the help needed on the water especially during this time of year.

Media releases, 4 and 5 Jan 2015 Ron Cole, Marine Rescue Central Coast

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Wyong Council mayor Cr Doug Eaton (centre) with Wuyi University president Zhang to his right and vice president Wurren to his left with members of the Ames Foundation

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“At the moment, a strong record in and making connections. yong Council’s mayor Cr Doug Eaton is currently in China The Wyong Education overseas meeting key dignitaries to progress interest and investment they have interests in supporting universities in Ottowa education,” said mayor and Business Precinct has in the Shire.

Top of the agenda is plans for a world class tertiary campus to cater for 7,000 students to be located at the Wyong Education and Business Precinct in Warnervale.

The mayor met with president Zhang and vice president Wuren of the Wuyi University in Jiangmen near

Guangzhou (population over 20 million) on Monday, January 12, to discuss their interest in this campus.

Wuyi University has 18,000 students and specialises in engineering and technology, key disciplines of which there is little opportunity to explore at this time in

Wyong Shire.

Mayor Cr Eaton said president Zhang was enthusiastic about working with council to develop a university in the Wyong Shire.

“Wuyi University is looking to expand its current cooperation agreements with overseas campuses.

and New York.

“This will be a first for Wyong and Australia if they get on board and I am really hoping they will.

“Wuyi is great fit for Wyong and not just because it starts with W. “They have the expertise in the technical subjects we need and

been identified by council Cr Eaton.

The campus would as one of 39 key projects cater for 7,000 students requiring investment and and create 500 permanent funding from the state jobs and include a and federal governments SMARTS Hub knowledge to create more jobs and and community centre for opportunities for Wyong students and the broader Shire residents. community to assist in Media release, 13 Jan 2015 developing their skills, Wyong Council media supporting employment and business initiatives

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Transforming the Central Coast report needs to be binned – CEN he Community Environment Network (CEN) has taken aim at the recently released Transforming the Central Coast report by Wyong Council.

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CEN chairman Mr John Asquith said the report seeks significant public funding from the NSW and Federal Government for a grab bag of ill considered, poorly justified and unsustainable projects.

“The projects do not stack up to a Triple Bottom line Business Case (Social, Environment and Economic) when evaluated with accurate costing, environmental impacts and the ability for ratepayers to pay,” said Mr Asquith.

“The projects do not meet the standards required by state and federal governments, so most projects will not be funded.

“When these projects fail to obtain government funds, there will be ever increasing demands for money to fund these pet

projects and ratepayers can expect to be targeted.

“The report is titled as a Sustainable Future but in reality is a narrow economic document without a supporting business case for most of the projects.

“There is no demonstrated case made on the sustainability of the projects.

“The environment is barely mentioned at a time when we see Wyong destroying habitat for threatened species, corridors for wildlife and the destructive impacts of development approvals and clearing for rezoning which will not be needed for decades.

“The document needs to be binned and a proper document produced which includes community input.

“This strategy

demonstrates a Cargo Cult at Wyong Council that has no basis in reality.

“It is a marketing document aimed at providing spin in place of substance as the NSW Elections near.

“There are lots of photos of people at play in reserves and parklands, these areas will not be there once council finishes rezoning and selling off the hundreds of parks and reserves reclassified for sale, lease or development.

“Given it is produced under the Banner of Transforming the Central Coast, how do Gosford Council and Ratepayers feel about the lack of consultation?”

Media release, 5 Jan 2015 John Asquith, CEN

Travel agent wins gold travel agent in Wyong has won gold in the Australian Business Quality Awards for Excellence in Customer Services.

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Mr Bruce Williams, of Travel Planners Wyong said: “We are delighted and honoured to win this esteemed Gold Award for 2014.”

“We would like to thank those customers who nominated us.

“We are constantly

striving towards providing our customers with exceptional service and providing a rewarding experience with our team.

“We are proud, as a team, of this accomplishment as it recognises the effort that we put in to ensure

our customers are given the best service and an enjoyable time.

“We help our customers plan and fulfil their travel dreams”, said Mr Williams.

Media release, 2 Dec 2014 Lynne Zatta, Travel Planners

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Coast’s tallest building approved he Joint Regional Planning Panel has approved the $40 million development application for a key site at The Entrance.

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The development,

by Pelican Horizons, at 14 The Entrance Rd and 2 Ocean Pde, The Entrance, will house 126 apartments, 10 retail shops, a restaurant and bar, additional parking and public open space.

This site is one of the 28 Iconic Development sites, identified by Wyong Council, with the ability to generate significant economic return and revitalise town centres.

Wyong Council mayor Cr Doug Eaton said the development was one everyone had been waiting for, would create jobs and invigorate The Entrance.

“This is a $40 million investment in the local economy and the community will benefit from the job creation and tourism opportunities that will follow,” mayor Cr Eaton said.

“It is envisaged around 250 construction jobs and 120 jobs on completion will be created by this development.

“We need better housing options for our residents, better accommodation, retail and dining options for our community and the many tourists who come here, and this development will

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provide that and so much more.

“This will be the tallest building between Chatswood and the Gold Coast.

“We are open for business – companies want to invest here which is great news for our community,” said mayor Cr Eaton.

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contributions valuing $1.8 million will go towards park upgrades and improvements including a new playground at Memorial Park.

The redevelopment of Lakeside Plaza at The Entrance is currently being assessed by Council.

Media release, 18 Dec 2014 Wyong Council media

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Council has a new Director of Property and Economic Development

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yong Council has a new Director of Property and Economic Development who took up the role at the beginning of this year.

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Michael (Mike) Dowling, who moved to the Central Coast in 1974, beat a competitive field to secure the position of Director Property and Economic Development.

Mr Dowling has extensive experience in the property industry and his most recent role was as the general manager of the Terrace Towers Group.

Council’s general manager Mr Michael Whittaker said he was looking forward to working with Mike in developing council’s extensive infrastructure, facilities and land holdings for the betterment of the Wyong community.

“An interesting fact about Mike is that he was the key person who developed the Tuggerah Business Park which is one of Wyong’s main employment areas and Woodbury Park Estate,

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which is a premium residential estate in Wyong,” said Mr Whittaker.

“It is clear that Mike is well credentialed to assist us in making Wyong a better place.”

Mr Dowling was born in Sydney and moved to the Central Coast in 1974 to give his family a better lifestyle while still being able to access all the facilities and services one expects of a modern community.

Mike said he was looking forward to the challenges associated with his new position.

“I have been dealing with local government for a number of years and have always admired the professionalism of the people in council and the diligence they apply to their work,” said Mr Dowling.

“I am looking forward to adding value to the key strategic area of property and economic development in council by utilising my years of experience in dealing with property.

“Council has articulated a clear vision to create more local jobs in Wyong and I look forward to being part of the team to deliver this outcome for our community,” said Mr Dowling.

Media release, 14 Jan 2015 Wyong Council media

Bridal businesses amongst the best hree businesses in the Wyong area have placed at the 18th Annual Australian Bridal Industry Awards (ABIA) held at Dockside in Darling Harbour on Tuesday, December 2.

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Newspapers are published under the Central Coast Newspapers business name while everything else is published under the Ducks Crossing Publications business name.

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Expert graphic design and editorial advice is provided and where required, advertisements are also made up for inserting in publications at the client’s request.

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Their first local newspaper was the Peninsula News which commenced in March 1999.

Starting from January, 2015, Ducks Crossing Publications has now separated its newspaper business from its other publishing and sales activities.

It will continue to trade as Ducks Crossing Publications for those other activities, while the newspaper side of the organisation will trade under a new business name, Central Coast Newspapers.

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came about because the office was located at Tascott near an ‘official’ ducks crossing point on Glenrock Pde with an official council road sign warning drivers of crossing ducks.

At that stage, the business only had the one newspaper, so the business name could cover many publishing and related activities.

However, on moving to Gosford and commencing publication of Coast Community News, and later, Wyong Regional Chronicle, having three newspapers covering the entire Central Coast, it became

far more appropriate to have a business name which reflects that, and which represents the core business of the organisation.

The address, telephone numbers, bank details and email addresses remain unchanged.

However, new ones have also been created to suit the new name, but they are all redirected to the same areas within the organisation.

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Action group objects to revised boarding house plans

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s a result of representations made by the Stop Glen Rd Action Group, Wyong Council has extended the deadline for public comment on the new design for a 102 room boarding house in Glen Rd, Ourimbah, until January 23.

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Following the Joint Regional Planning Panel (JRPP) rejection of a fourstorey development for the proposed boarding house, the developer, K and P Gregory, has submitted a modified three-storey design to Wyong Council.

This new design has resulted in an increase in the number of boarding house rooms from 94 to 102 which has been achieved by adding a further wing to the building and reducing the size of rooms, with some as small as 12.7 square metres.

Stop Glen Rd Action Group chairman Mr Greg McGill said: “It has been very difficult for the residents to properly assess the new design because the A4 sized plans attached to the notification letters issued by council are barely legible and do not clearly show the additional

wing.”

“Council is refusing to publish details of the changes made from the previous plans on their website or listing other important documents including the Plan of Management, supposedly due to copyright restrictions.

“The only way proper plans can be seen is by making an appointment and attending the council offices in person.

“This raises serious questions about the transparency of the process.

“To make matters worse, the new photomontages available for viewing on the council website provide a false impression of the revised building with existing shops missing from the images, trees included which are proposed for removal and

the height of the building is not a true representation,” said Mr McGill.

Residents are concerned that the plan calls for the removal of one of the historic Tallowwood trees and could lead to the demise of the remaining two trees.

These trees were planted in Glen Rd to celebrate the end of World War 2.

“We believe this new design still represents over-development of this site which will be out of character with the heritage values of Ourimbah,” said Mr McGill.

“We urge all Ourimbah residents to express their dissatisfaction by lodging an objection to this development that will change the character of Ourimbah forever.”

Media release, 7 Jan 2015 Allan Benson, Stop Glen Rd Action Group

Partial road closure to formalise car park

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yong Council will apply to the Minister for NSW Trade and Investment for the partial closure of Theatre Lane and Short St at The Entrance.

Council owns six parcels of land at The Entrance bordered by Theatre Lane, Bayview Ave, Short St and Dening St, collectively known as the Short St Car Park.

Part of Theatre Lane and part of Short St will be closed and incorporated into the car park site through a boundary adjustment.

Twelve submissions were received as part of the public consultation process and after considering these submissions, council resolved to confirm its action to apply to the Minister to close part of the roads.

Mayor Cr Doug Eaton said: “These partial road closures are needed to

recognise the current car parking arrangements.”

“Residents can be assured that both streets will remain open to one way traffic and there is no change to traffic flows or parking.”

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Safe passage requested for court attendees

Harris welcomes Liberal candidate

abor candidate for Wyong Mr David Harris has welcomed the announcement that a Liberal Party candidate will contest the state seat of Wyong in March 2015, but said he was disappointed he Central Coast Greens have written to Wyong Council mayor Cr Doug Eaton to ask for help to protect victims of domestic that a local Wyong resident couldn’t be found. violence who attend Wyong Local Court.

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Central Coast Greens spokesperson Ms Vicki Dimond has asked the mayor to consider safe passage to the Court.

Ms Dimond said parking near to the court has diminished to almost nil over the past few years with the building of the police station and current development site next door.

“This leaves women who attend court to gain the protection of AVO applications and prosecutions against assault in a vulnerable position,” said Ms Dimond.

“Wyong Shire has one of the highest levels of domestic violence in the

state and women who have sought the protection of the legal system are already vulnerable and of course scared,” she said.

The perpetrators and the victims attend the court as a matter of procedure on the same days that applications for protection are made by the police.

“The victims of domestic violence now find themselves at increased risk when attending court and an alternative parking arrangement is needed now,” said Ms Dimond.

Central Coast’s Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Service manager Ms Kaye Spicer

has also written to the council asking for help.

“Most of our clients are fearful and have reported that they have encountered abuse walking to and from the court and in some instances have found their cars damaged on their return.

“There has been an escalation in the reporting of these incidents and we are concerned for the safety of these women, some of whom are living in safe houses and refuges,” said Ms Spicer.

Media release, 26 Nov 2014 Vicki Dimond, Central Coast Greens

Liberals announce Wyong candidate

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andra Kerr has been named the Liberal Party’s candidate for Wyong for the 2015 State Election.

Raised and educated on the Central Coast, Ms Kerr and her husband John chose to raise their two children in the area.

The 52 year-old is passionate about giving back to her community and is involved in a number of local organisations, including serving as president of Wyong Chamber of Commerce and

not being controlled by the same Central Coast Liberal Party machine that has employed strategies which have seen every MP from Terrigal to Port Stephens have to resign or move to the cross benches because of illegal fundraising practices and links to developers.

“I look forward to contesting the State Election on March 28, 2015, in order to bring dignity and proper representation to the people of Wyong once more.

“The people who reside in the Wyong electorate deserve a local member who will stand up to governments of either

which protect our local area and create a better future for our residents.

“The people of Wyong have a clear choice this election.

“Vote for someone who has fought for the local area and achieved vital local infrastructure.

“Or vote for a candidate that lives outside our area and is from a party that has deep issues exposed

by ICAC, a litany of broken promises and policies that focus on Sydney and deny areas like Wyong their fair share,” Mr Harris said.

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has been left without an effective local member and I am glad that people will now have the ability to ask questions about how the NSW Liberals have let the local area down since 2011,” Mr Harris said.

“Only a local candidate can understand what pressures face families and local people that live within the Wyong electorate.

“For the Liberal Party to choose a candidate from outside the area shows that they do not care about understanding the local problems that are being faced by residents.

“The new Liberal Party candidate must demonstrate to the

ver $150,000 has been allocated by Wyong Council to local community groups from its 2014/15 Community Matching Program.

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“Having grown up on the Central Coast I understand the challenges facing Wyong families and businesses, which is why, if I am elected, I will put our community first, right where it deserves to be,” Ms Kerr said.

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The grants are offered twice a year and match funds raised by local groups who provide a broad community benefit.

The Lake Munmorah Netball Club received $75,000 to build two new courts to meet increased demand, the Long Jetty Senior Citizen’s Club will replace their roof with $35,466 in funding and the Central Coast Conservatorium will establish a campus in

Wyong Shire with $26,000 in-kind support.

Council also allocated $38,477.13 from the 2014/15 Community Benefit Grants Program with the Wyong Musical Theatre Company, EDSACC Croquet Club, Wyong Family History Group, Toukley and District Senior Citizens Club, Gwandalan Earth Care Inc. and Global Care Australia all receiving funding.

Mayor Cr Doug Eaton said: “Thanks to these programs we have seen some incredible and innovative projects get off the ground and really help improve the lives of local residents.”

“Tonight is no exception with a number of important local community groups getting funds to deliver for our community.”

Media statement, 26 Nov 2014 Wyong Council media

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Two new memorial gardens in the Jilliby Cemetery wo new memorial gardens have been established in the Jilliby Cemetery to create permanent places of rest for the ashes of loved ones.

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The Cemetery opened in 1896 and is located on the corner of Hue Hue and Jilliby Rds in Jilliby.

Wyong Council’s acting manager of Commercial Enterprises Mr Darryl Rayner said the gardens were designed to reflect the cemetery’s history and bush land setting.

“Council went to great lengths to design the gardens and use materials that would not detract from the cemetery and respect the memory of those interred there,” said

Mr Rayner.

“The tree species planted in the gardens are the same as those already found in the cemetery and will grow into a fitting memorial.”

The two gardens, the Garden of Reflection and the Garden of Memory, hold a total of 37 sites with each catering for the burial of two urns.

Each site is marked by a hard wood pillar that can hold two bronze memorial plaques.

Council expects additional gardens will

be established around the cemetery in the near future.

Council operates five local cemeteries at Jilliby, Yarramalong, St Barnabas, Ronkana, and the landscaped Cemetery and Memorial Gardens at Noraville.

Council employs specialist bereavement officers to assist people with arrangements of private ceremonies and offer advice.

Media release, 5 Jan 2015 Wyong Council media

Council underspends yong Council has received its Q1 Business Report which highlights its financial performance in the 2014/2015 financial year to date.

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The year to date operating result shows a favourable variance of $6.6 million, consisting of an actual surplus of $116.5 million compared to a budget surplus of $109.9 million.

This result includes rates and annual charges income of $150.5 million which represents the full year income.

Capital expenditure to September 30 was $12.6 million, 12.8% of the full year budget.

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councils would be envious of this position, we are financially responsible but also have the funds we need to improve services and amenities for our residents.

“We are getting back to basics and really delivering in roads, rates and rubbish for our residents.”

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The 2014/15 capital works budget includes $10 million for special rate variation projects.

With these additional funds, council is continuing to address the infrastructure backlog, reversing a longterm decline in asset conditions.

Mayor Cr Doug Eaton said: “We are well and truly back in the black and on track to deliver for our community.”

“So many other

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At that stage, the ommencing in 2015, Ducks Crossing Publications has separated its newspaper business from its other publishing and sales business only had the one newspaper, so the business activities.

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The name Ducks Crossing Publications came about because the office was located at Tascott near an official ducks crossing

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name could cover many other publishing and related activities.

However, on moving to Gosford and commencing publication of newspapers covering the entire Central

Coast, it now seems far more appropriate to have a business name which reflects that, and which represents the core business of the organisation.

The address, telephone numbers, bank details and email addresses remain unchanged.

However, new ones have also been created to suit the new name, but they are all redirected to the same areas within the organisation.

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nvironment Minister and Minister for the Central Coast Rob Stokes and Member for Gosford Chris Holstein have announced two environmental grants totalling $36,000 to fund new environmental projects in Gosford.

Mr Stokes said almost $34,000 would be spent to improve local wildlife corridors, while Woy Woy South Public School would receive $2,500 for a project to teach students the benefits of recycling and using energy and water sustainably.

“This grant will help build upon the Gosford Coastal Open Space System, which is a network of bushland reserves created 30 years ago to protect the

landscape and habitat,” Mr Stokes said.

“This funding will be used to improve existing wildlife corridors to improve the environmental protection this reserve system offers.

“Protecting and enhancing the environment of NSW is our shared responsibility and these funding programs support the community to care for their own environments.”

Mr Holstein said: “This funding will help improve

green spaces in our community and empower future generations to value and protect our environment,” Mr Holstein said.

“I am very pleased the NSW Government has provided this funding for both of these projects.”

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Banners to commemorate local First World War involvement embers of the Wyong Family History Group were joined by Member for Dobell Ms Karen McNamara recently to announce the latest project funded through the Federal Government’s ANZAC Centenary Local Grants programme.

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The Wyong Family History Group has designed six banners as part of its commemoration of the Centenary of ANZAC which remember the values of courage, mateship, sacrifice and the soldiers themselves.

“These banners offer the opportunity for our local community to join in the commemoration of the Centenary of ANZAC by learning about our region’s contribution to the First World War,” said Ms McNamara.

“Today (January 13) I visited the Wyong Family History Group to announce $7,000 to fund this great initiative.”

Mr John Selwood from the Wyong Family History Group explained that profiles of the war service of 14 local Wyong boys who served in the First World War had also been added to the banners.

“An account of their war service and sacrifice will be displayed throughout the

local area at various venues and future events,” said Mr Selwood.

“I would like to thank Mrs McNamara and the Federal Government for supporting this project and hope that the entire Dobell community will enjoy learning about our contribution to the First World War.” Ms McNamara said 2015 marked a century of service and sacrifice, encompassing all wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations in which Australians have been involved.

“The programme supports local projects that commemorate the service and sacrifice of Australians during the First World War and I look forward to announcing additional local projects in the coming months,” she said.

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Shannon took out first place in the Illustrative Category with her image ‘My Perfect Family’, while her image ‘Little Fish’ placed eighth and ‘Selfies’ placed 19th in the same category.

The International Loupe Awards recognise professional photographers in eight categories with the overall

Open Award selected as the finest image from all categories.

“I am absolutely thrilled to have three images in the top 50 in the Illustrative Category,” said Shannon.

“I am still pinching myself after the news ‘My Perfect Family’ was awarded first place.

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2031 Your Future Central Coast Housing and Population Growth n terms of the projected growth targets, Wyong is identified to deliver the largest share of growth on the Central Coast.

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Wyong’s predicted growth of 41,652 additional people by 2031 will generate the need for an additional 23,400 homes.

This is equivalent to approximately 800 dwellings being constructed each year.

To assist in catering for this demand, planning for the future, in the form of the Wyong Settlement Strategy, has been undertaken by Council.

It is noted that the projected population and dwelling figures for the region are a significant reduction of those identified within the Central Coast Regional Strategy (CCRS) and Lower Hunter Regional Strategy (LHRS).

It is understood that this revision has been

Wyong Council has prepared a comprehensive response to the discussion paper titled ‘2031 Your Future Central Coast’. The following is the third chapter from the submission focusing on Housing and Population Growth.

based on the slower than anticipated growth identified in the CCRS, stemming from a number of influences including the Global Financial Crisis (GFC).

The estimates and projections have been based on growth between 2006 and 2011, more recent increases in dwelling approvals and post GFC recovery have therefore not been taken

into account.

Council’s own estimates of expected population growth are relatively similar to those projected within the discussion paper.

Should the region be expanded to include those areas of southern Lake Macquarie LGA, the potential population and dwelling yield will increase considerably and well in advance of when the area could be serviced by Hunter Water.

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Additionally, there is a growing demand for large lot rural residential style housing which allow for larger homes with additional privacy benefits afforded by extended property boundaries.

There should also be allowance for a greater density of rural residential developments which could include subdivision down to 5,000m2 in certain localities west of the M1.

Given the current and future expected age structure of the Central Coast population, the

provision of a range of housing forms is essential to ensure that suitable housing forms are available to meet the needs of the household.

It is important that this range of housing types remains available both now and in the future.

This diversity helps affordability, allows people to age in place as part of their established community and better meets the various needs of the population.

Ideally, future growth areas should be prioritised for delivery in localities where they can be readily serviced by existing infrastructure or by a minor expansion of the infrastructure.

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proportionately lower and a substantial number of households are experiencing housing stress.

To improve housing affordability there needs to be a promotion of higher density development, particularly near centres with good public transport services, support for a range of dwelling types to best match people’s needs, and encouragement of investment in the region generally.

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This will be achieved by: providing regional infrastructure and servicing and the removal of State Infrastructure Contributions; and, by development of environmental legislation that provides a pragmatic and feasible mechanism for resolving biodiversity issues associated with Greenfield development.

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Man charged with manslaughter 22-year-old man appeared in Wyong Local Court on Thursday, January 15, after being charged with manslaughter and numerous other offences.

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The man, from Waterloo, was wanted by virtue of a warrant in relation to the theft of a charcoal-coloured Audi A4 sedan, stolen from Anzac Pde, Kingsford, on Wednesday, January 7.

Shortly before 5pm on Wednesday, January 14, he was arrested at a home on Minnamurra Rd at Gorokan.

The 22-year-old was conveyed to Wyong Police Station, however, shortly after arriving he claimed to be suffering from a medical issue and ambulance paramedics were contacted to assess him.

He was transported to

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Wyong Hospital where he was checked by healthcare professionals and cleared of any serious injury or illness, before being returned to the police station.

After being examined by medics, the man was

interviewed by police; before being charged with numerous offences relating to the death of a young girl in Constitution Hill on Thursday, January 8, a police pursuit and the theft of the Audi.

Charges laid against the man included: manslaughter; aggravated dangerous driving causing death; dangerous driving causing death; Police Pursuit (Skye’s Law); use of offensive weapon to avoid apprehension; drive manner dangerous; two counts of furious driving causing bodily harm; and outstanding warrants.

Media release, 15 Jan 2015 NSW Police media

Two men charged over armed robbery in Wyong

Strike Force Parkridge finds more prohibited drugs man has appeared in court over drug related charges following the execution of a search warrant by strike force detectives on the Central Coast last year.

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Strike Force Parkridge was established by officers attached to Brisbane Water Local Area Command to investigate drug distribution on the Central Coast.

Police executed a search warrant in May at a home in Long Jetty where they seized more than 4kg of white powder, which laboratory analysis determined to be cocaine and methamphetamine.

A man and a woman were later arrested and charged.

Subsequent inquiries led to further search warrants at properties in Long Jetty, Tuggerah, North Entrance and Blue

Shortly before 9:30pm, officers from Tuggerah Lakes Local Area Command were called to a home on Pollock Ave after reports of armed intruders at the location.

Investigators have been told two men armed with knives allegedly entered the home, ransacked the property and stole a number of items.

The men fled the house on foot but were apprehended by police a

short distance away and taken to Wyong Police Station.

Police also recovered numerous items of property in their possession.

A 60-year-old woman and 33-year-old man were home at the time of the incident; however no one was injured.

A crime scene

was established and examined by detectives and specialist forensic officers.

The two men, aged 26 and 29, were later charged with armed robbery in company and have been refused bail and appeared before Gosford Local Court on Sunday, January 4.

Media release, 4 Jan 2015 NSW Police media

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olice have charged two men following an alleged armed robbery at a home in Wyong on Saturday, January 3.

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Bay in June, which led to the arrest and charge of a further four men.

On Tuesday, June 24, detectives also executed a search warrant at a home in Erina.

Investigators seized numerous items during the warrant including vials of steroids, chemicals, prescription medication and other paraphernalia which police alleged was used during the manufacture of prohibited drugs.

Following the search, all items were taken for further forensic

examination.

Police continued their inquiries and on Thursday, December 18, arrested a 28-year-old man at the Erina property and he was taken to Gosford Police Station.

He was later charged with supply prohibited drug, three counts of possess prohibited drug and possess/attempt to possess prescribed restricted substance.

The man was granted conditional bail and appeared before Gosford Local Court on Tuesday, January 13.

man has died following a single-vehicle crash in Wadalba on Sunday, January 11.

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Just after 11am, an 83-year-old man was driving a Ford Laser sedan east along Johns Rd when the vehicle veered from the road and hit a tree.

Emergency services were called and the man was assisted by

Ambulance Paramedics; however, he died at the scene.

No one else was injured during the incident.

Officers attached to Tuggerah Lakes

Local Area Command attended and commenced inquiries.

A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner.

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Three teenagers charged after robbery spree hree teens have been charged after a car was allegedly stolen and used in a lengthy pursuit on the Central Coast.

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A 15-year-old allegedly stole a Toyota Corolla from Greystanes on Saturday, January 3.

Police attempted to stop the vehicle a short time later without success.

Police have alleged that between Saturday, January 3, and Monday, January 5, a number of robberies and driving offences occurred using the stolen Toyota Corolla, in and around Newcastle.

About 1pm on Monday, January 5, police pursued the vehicle after a robbery was allegedly committed by the occupants in Shortland.

The pursuit was

terminated a short time later for safety reasons.

The vehicle was then sighted by police in the Tuggerah Lakes area and considering the nature of the alleged crimes and the manner of driving, together with community safety, the pursuit was reengaged.

The Police Air Wing provided support to pursuing vehicles which led to the arrest of three males in the Woy Woy area after they had attempted to escape from the vehicle on foot.

They were arrested and

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Man drowns at North Entrance Beach report will be prepared for the Coroner following the death of a man at North Entrance Beach on Thursday, January 1.

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About 1:45pm, police and emergency services were called to the beach on Bondi Rd following reports that a man, believed to be in his 60s, had been pulled from the surf about 1km north of the patrolled area.

Lifesavers did all they could to revive him, however, they were unsuccessful.

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Just after 12pm, officers attached to Tuggerah Lakes Local Area Command were called to Arizona Rd following reports of a car and motorcycle crash.

The Westmeadbased CareFlight rapid response trauma team were called to the scene and were met by a NSW Ambulance team who had been treating the

Memorial service to be held for Voyager sinking The program will include a short march with the Naval Band and Australian Naval Cadets from TS Hawkesbury from the Everglades Country Club car park at 11:30am to the Memorial for the service at 12pm.

Students from Brisbane Water Secondary College, Umina Campus, will read out the names of those men who lost their lives on that tragic day.

Following the service, a lunch will be served at Everglades Country Club at 1pm for $40.

No tickets will be available for purchase on the day.

To purchase a ticket, contact Bruce Smith on 4382 6146.

Email, 5 Jan 2015 Bruce Smith, Naval Association of Australia Central Coast Sub Section

The CPO Jonathan Rogers Memorial in Woy Woy

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A handful of New Year marine rescues Marine Rescue Central Coast was kept busy on January 3 and 4 with a handful of rescues in the Peninsula area.

Volunteer crews assisted two vessels on Sunday, January 4, which started with a phone call at around 1:45pm from the skipper of a 6.5 metre runabout off Lobster Beach.

He indicated that there were five people aboard his boat and he suspected he had contaminated fuel.

Skipper Peter Alderton and his crew on Central Coast 21 were assigned the task.

The vessel was quickly located and towed to safety at Empire Bay. While this vessel was still under tow, a radio call was received at 2:45pm from a four metre vessel at

Ettalong.

The owner reported two people on board and indicated the boat had a mechanical failure.

Skipper Norm Smith and his crew on Central Coast 22 were assigned to assist.

The runabout was towed off the beach and back to the Blackwall ramp.

The radio operator at the Point Clare base received the first call for help on Saturday, January 3, around 9:20am from a five metre runabout in Hardys Bay. The three men on board reported mechanical problems.

Skipper Norm Smith, aboard Central Coast 21, was tasked to assist and the vessel was towed to the Lintern St ramp.

While this incident was still underway, just after 9:30am,

Skipper Ken Sharp on patrol aboard Central Coast 22 was flagged down on The Broadwater by a five metre runabout.

The two people on-board said their boat’s engine had failed and asked for a tow to Gosford boat ramp.

Around 1pm, the radio room received another call for help from a Sea Doo PWC at Lobster Beach.

The owner reported that the engine would not start and the two people on-board needed help to get back to Lions Park at Woy Woy. Central Coast 22 was sent to assist.

At 1:30pm Skipper Peter Ashworth and his crew on Central Coast 21 were sent out to search for a green hulled vessel reported to have a mechanical failure.

The owner thought he was near Blackwall Channel.

As Central Coast 21 traversed Paddys Channel its crew was flagged down by a 5.5 metre Caribbean runabout.

The boat’s owner reported engine failure and asked for a tow to the Blackwall Ramp.

The request was OK’d by the watch officer, Robert Smith, and the search task for a green hulled vessel was transferred to Central Coast 22.

The green vessel was found to be a six metre Haines Hunter with two people on-board.

It was located at 2:20pm off Pelican Island and was towed to Gosford Ramp.

Meanwhile, at 2:15pm, Central Coast 21 was assigned to assist a 4.5 metre runabout with two people

on board, stranded on a sand bar near Pretty Beach.

Skipper Peter Ashworth manoeuvred the rescue boat as closely as possible in the tricky conditions and skill throwing a heaving line enabled a tow-rope to be passed.

The runabout was then dragged to deeper water and jump-started.

It was escorted back to the Koolewong Ramp.

All those assisted thanked the Marine Rescue volunteer boat crews and radio room operators for giving up their time to provide the help needed on the water especially during this time of year.

Media releases, 4 and 5 Jan 2015 Ron Cole, Marine Rescue Central Coast

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olice are appealing for witnesses as they investigate the circumstances leading to a crash which resulted in a man’s foot being severed in Charmhaven on Tuesday, Januaary 6.

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A service will be held on Saturday, February 14, at the CPO Jonathan Rogers Memorial at Rogers Park, Woy Woy, to commemorate the anniversary of the sinking of HMAS Voyager.

with the man’s family and friends and our volunteers have received a thorough de-brief and counselling,” said Surf Life Saving NSW Director of Lifesaving John Restuccia.

“It hits our guys hard when they are unable to save someone’s life and

I thank them for their efforts,” he said.

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death and a report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner.

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taken to Gosford Police Station.

A 15-year-old Greystanes male has been charged with five offences including; take and drive conveyance without consent of owner, robbery armed with offensive weapon, never licensed person drive vehicle on road, drive recklessly/furiously or speed/manner dangerously, and not give particulars to other driver.

He was refused bail and appeared in a children’s court on Tuesday, January 6.

A 16-year-old male from The Entrance was charged with three offences including; assault with intent to rob in company, robbery in company and be carried in conveyance taken without consent of owner.

He was granted conditional bail to appear in a children’s court on Friday, February 6.

A 15-year-old Mardi male was charged with two offences; robbery in company, and be carried in conveyance taken without consent of owner.

He was granted conditional bail to appear in a children’s court on Friday, February 6.

Inquiries are continuing.

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injured motorcyclist.

The 53-year-old man and his severed left foot were transferred to the helicopter where the CareFlight doctor and paramedic continued treatment on the flight to Sydney’s Royal North Shore Hospital for emergency surgery.

The 50-year-old

woman driving the Kia sedan, involved in the collision, was uninjured.

She was taken to Wyong Hospital for mandatory blood and urine tests.

No one else was injured during the incident.

Media release, 6 Jan 2015 CareFlight Media release, 7 Jan 2015 NSW Police media

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Early learning centre raises funds for spina bifida sufferer he Beach Early Learning Centre in Tuggerah Lakes held a nurses, doctors and fundraiser in October to raise money for one of its pupils, Lillian surgeon were all sitting in the room stunned at her Mackenzie, who suffers from spina bifida.

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Born with spina bifida, and after recently undergoing her third neurosurgery on her spinal cord, Lillian was able to attend the preschool garden party dedicated to herself.

Each year approximately 1,500 babies are born with spina bifida, a birth defect that involves the incomplete development of the spinal cord or its coverings.

Children with spina bifida often have problems with bowel and bladder control, and some may have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or other learning difficulties, such

as hand-eye coordination problems.

The Mackenzie family will use the $1,000 raised by the preschool to help with ongoing medical costs for Lillian.

Local businesses such as The Octopus’ Garden, Express Lube Tuggerah, Westfield and many small businesses contributed to the cause by donating vouchers to be auctioned off in a silent auction or put into a raffle prize.

Families came with gold coin donations for the Mackenzie family and enjoyed an afternoon of face painting, sausage sizzle, jumping castle and gardening.

Lillian’s mum Laura said: “We are so overwhelmed and humbled by the support for Lillian at her preschool.”

“Their annual garden party tonight was in her honour to raise awareness of spina bifida and to show her love.

“She got that and more.

“We felt so strange but amazingly supported,” said Laura.

Lillian was recently given some fantastic news when her bladder scans confirmed that she is in fact voiding and has no scaring on her bladder or kidneys.

Laura said Lillian’s

progress.

She said they could not offer an answer and said it was a miracle as they were all ready to start the catheterization process.

The damaged nerves were never expected to reignite but her surgeons said they have.

The Beach Early Learning Centre Tuggerah Lakes’ nominated supervisor Ms Rebecca Daley said: “Spina bifida affects so many local families and we wish them all the best in their continual journey of treatment and cure.”

Email, 24 Dec 2014 Rebecca Daley, The Beach Early Learning Centre Tuggerah Lakes Lillian out the front of her preschool

Child airlifted after Man drowns at North Shelly Beach being scalded four-year-old boy was airlifted to yong Council’s lifeguards were called to an incident at North pronounced dead at Westmead Children’s Hospital on Shelly Beach on Wednesday, January 14, where a man was 1:20pm.

Friday, January 2, after he was scalded Local paramedics found unconscious at the unpatrolled beach. from water in a boiling kettle. praised the efforts of the

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The 67-year-old man from Glenning Valley, Mr Ron Hoffman was

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Lifeguards from Toowoon Bay and Shelly Beach performed CPR and used the defibrillator before the ambulance arrived at 12.35pm.

Following a number of attempts, Mr Hoffman was unfortunately

lifeguards.

Wyong Council has passed on its condolences to the man’s family.

Council patrols six beaches in Wyong Shire - North Shelly is unpatrolled.

Media release, 14 Jan 2015 Wyong Council media

The CareFlight rapid response trauma team was called to Hamlyn Terrace at around 7pm and landed at a park near the Darwinia Place residence where the boy had been injured.

The CareFlight doctor and paramedic hurried on foot a short distance to the residence.

The doctor and paramedic joined ambulance paramedics already at the scene and commenced pre-hospital treatment on the boy who had second degree burns to his chest and abdomen.

The boy was flown to Westmead in a stable condition.

His mother accompanied him in the helicopter.

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Women’s Bowling Club raised $3,400 for charities he Bateau Bay Women’s Bowling Club has been a strong supporter of local charity and community groups over the years and on Thursday, November 27, they presented Central Coast Health District and Camp Breakaway with $1,700 each.

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The Club presented the cheques to Central Coast Health District manager for fundraising and donations Ms Jan Richens and Camp Breakaway general manager Ms Sue Verhoek.

The Women’s Bowling Club raised a total of $3,400 over the year through raffles, special events and the scottie tin.

“Throughout the year any lady bowler who delivers a bowl on the wrong bias, puts in a gold coin donation in the scottie tin,” said Bateau Bay Women’s Bowling Club president Sue Ryan.

“Having a lot of new

bowlers definitely helps the scottie tin, but even the most experienced make this simple error in the game sometimes,” she said.

Ms Ryan said she and her committee were delighted to present the cheques to Ms Richens, who explained the needed funds would be going towards care of inpatients and radiotherapy at Gosford Hospital and the day unit for chemotherapy and treatment including the wig library at Wyong Hospital.

“Sue Verhoek from Camp Breakaway expressed that this

funding is a delight at this time of year, going towards respite camps for the frail aged, intellectually delayed, dementia and young disabled clients and their families on the Central Coast,” said Ms Ryan.

Jan and Sue thanked and congratulated the committee and members of the Bateau Bay Women’s Bowling Club for their hard work and dedication to the community with their fundraising.

Media release, 7 Jan 2015 Lisa Caswell, Bateau Bay Women’s Bowling Club

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dssi HomeLiving Australia will run its free seven week program, Stepping On, at two locations in February and March.

The program will be held each Wednesday from February 11 to March 25 at Hamlyn Terrace Community Centre and each Thursday from February 12 to March 26 at Adssi

HomeLiving Australia in the Tuggerah Business Park.

Stepping On is aimed at older community members who have recently had a fall or are fearful of falling.

Community members who wish to take part in the program must be 65 years or older and living at home in the Wyong Shire, able to walk independently or with a walking stick, fearful of falling or have suffered a fall recently.

Stepping On, however, is not suitable for those with dementia or neuromuscular conditions.

Program coordinator Ms Fay Huckstepp said participants would learn exercises to improve strength and balance and practical ways to reduce the risk of falling.

“The program is very practical, as well as a great way to meet new people,” she said.

Media release, 12 Jan 2015 Kristin Whitney, Adssi HomeLiving Australia

Jan Richens, Sue Ryan and Sue Verhoek

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P14 - Wyong Regional Chronicle - January 16, 2015

Mariners deserve more space

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ou will no doubt have read the news from Mariners captain, John Hutchinson that there are now more than 6,000 Mariners members.

For the smallest club in the A-League this is worth shouting about!

With 6,000 members and say 3,000 casual supporters we should be getting crowds of over 8,000; if not, why not?

No, my maths are not wrong because members do not attend every match.

There is only a small article about the team in the twice weekly editions of the Central Coast Express Advocate.

In my opinion, it is most inadequate for the only fully professional sports team on the Central

Coast.

The Mariners often have space afforded to them which is equivalent to the local cricket competition, and they are rank amateurs.

In the 1980s and 90s, it was my privilege to write a weekly article in the Blacktown Advocate about the Blacktown City Demons.

My own by-line and photo headed the column.

This newspaper published five to seven

pages of local sports news every week.

The local equivalent on the Coast devotes three pages with half of the back page taken with an advertisement.

Maybe all of us need to lobby the editor of the Express Advocate to tell him that more space is required for sports coverage.

My letter/email will be sent shortly.

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Email, 13 Dec 2014 Bob Brooks, Doyalson North

Democratic process aborted n 13 August 2014, when the Affordable Housing Glen Rd Ourimbah DA was up for discussion at Wyong Shire Council, all councillors (with the exception of one) withdrew from debate and voting because of their “Conflicts of Interest”.

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One councillor cited his reason as “because he has relatives living in Ourimbah”.

No doubt some of these councillors may be conflicted, but we will never know the truthful reasons why, as they collectively rendered the democratic process of council “inoperable”.

They fail to grasp that they have a responsibility on behalf of their constituents to participate in the chamber during such debate and not excuse themselves and so abort the democratic

Funding used for other purposes Government moneys given to universities upfront when students enrol are kept by the universities, even if students drop out.

Moneys given for students enrolling in a particular course aren’t always used for teaching

that course.

Worse still, these moneys aren’t necessarily even used for teaching at all.

In practice, government moneys can be used for: building high rise apartments for fullfee paying overseas students; issuing legal threats; and, bullying and buying the silence of staff and students who dare question the ways in which government moneys earmarked for teaching are actually used.

If I’m wrong about any of this, then I’m ready to apologise immediately, as soon as the vice chancellors state in writing that what I’ve suggested is not happening in Australia.

Email, 9 Dec 2014 Norman Hanscombe, Ourimbah

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process.

Since its inception, council and management’s handling of the Glen Rd Development saga is concerning and Ourimbah

Email, 5 Jan 2015 Don and Anne Craig, Ourimbah

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or those interested in how Australian universities use their money, the following facts are probably ones you haven’t come across.

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residents know that, and yet we are currently being asked to respond to an amended DA that is appears to be entirely misleading.

We appeal to all Wyong residents to contact your respective councillors and remind them of what their responsibilities are regarding council matters up for debate – that is what they are elected to do and that is what they get paid to do.

he Toukley and Districts Art Society has a number of events scheduled for the coming months.

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The Society’s artists will kick off the New Year with a two week exhibition at the Shorethyme Restaurant in Norah Head.

Opening night will be on Tuesday, January 20, and the exhibition will run until Sunday, February 1.

The artists entering include Noeline Millar, Cheryl Bruce, Connie Burrnapp, Rasheeda Flight, Marlene Holdsworth, Jill Hancock, Jill Connell, Anne Sonter,

Wendy Symons, Joan Walker, Peter Tassell, Margaret Inwood, Bev Motte and Liz Watts.

The Society will hold its next monthly general meeting on Monday, February 2, at the Federation Gallery and Information Centre in Gorokan followed by a workshop on Tuesday, February 17, with local artist Cheryl Bruce.

The Abstract Afternoon will then be held on Thursday, February 26.

The Society also holds

an Academy Painting Morning each Wednesday and everybody is welcome to attend.

All the artwork is by the Society’s local members and are all for sale.

The Art and Information Gallery is open from Tuesday to Sunday.

Entry is free but donations are welcome.

Email, 6 Jan 2015 Helen Morrison, Toukley and Districts Art Society

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Wyong Regional Chronicle - January 16, 2015 - P15 5

Schools Spectacular leads to music career

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Campus Friends’ patron challenges residents entral Coast Campus Friends Inc. patron Mr Bob Puffett AM, who is an education and training expert, said it was a sign on the Woy Woy rail fence about 50 years ago that said ‘Woy Woy University’, that got him thinking about post-school education.

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Mr Puffett explained this when he addressed a dinner at the Ourimbah Campus’s Preview Restaurant on Wednesday, October 22.

He said he never discovered what the sign referred to, or why it was there, but said it made him think about the training needs of the area, something that continues to occupy his mind.

“We deserve, need and should have the opportunity to determine our future in relation to educational offerings,” said Mr Puffett.

“It is not enough to leave decision-making to the University of Newcastle or Hunter TAFE, or any other provider,” he said.

Mr Puffett challenged residents to become more

involved in decisions that fundamentally affected their future and emphasised that there was potential for local provision to be more diverse and more attuned to the Central Coast’s further development.

Media release, 23 Oct 2014 Sondra Hopkins, Central Coast Campus Friends Inc.

Parliament hears about Better Buddies at Brooke Ave PS ember for Dobell Ms Karen McNamara spoke in parliament on Wednesday, November 26, praising the Better Buddies programme at Brooke Ave Public School.

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lenning Valley’s Sophie Curtis, who attended Hunter School of Performing Arts, is one of the five featured artists in the Schools Spectacular who gained a Band 6 result in Music 1 in the HSC

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Not only did they balance the challenging lead-up to the HSC exams with the demanding schedule of show rehearsals, they excelled in their studies and have been named Distinguished Achievers.

Despite her academic success, Sophie said: “There’ll be no uni for me next year.”

With her HSC studies behind her, Sophie is giving her full concentration to

launching her music career.

As well as continuing with events, gigs and performances, Sophie will be devoting her time to songwriting with her sights set on developing enough material to fill an album.

Sophie will also be working towards fulfilling her ambition to move to the United States to open opportunities that will boost her profile as an entertainer.

“Wow, I’ve just grown so much, not just as a singer, but as a person, in the three years I have been involved in the Schools Spectacular,” Sophie said.

The next year, with her full focus on her career, Sophie dreams that growth will just explode.

Media release, 19 Dec 2014 Grant Hatch, NSW Department of Education and Communities

Better Buddies is an anti-bullying program at the school and is based on the Alannah and Madeline Foundation’s belief that “all children should have a safe and happy childhood without being subjected to any form of violence”.

Better Buddies introduces and reinforces pro-social behaviours amongst kindergarten students.

“Fortunately, during the initial stages of the program the school received a generous donation from one of their families which enabled the purchase of a Buddy Bear for every kindergarten student,” said Ms McNamara.

“Thanks to this

gift, all of the school’s kindergarten students can participate in and benefit from Better Buddies.

“Each student spends time with their bear throughout the day, reading to them, demonstrating their writing skills, holding discussions with them and ensuring the overall wellbeing of each Buddy Bear.

“The program engages students through various activities aimed at teaching students how to interact with each other in a fair and fun way.

“I am informed by their classroom teacher Lisa McBride that, so far, the students have engaged in discussions about what it means to be a buddy,

what their feelings are telling them, how to deal with difficult situations and how the students can care for each other.

“The school is hoping to extend the program in 2015 to include Stage 2 students, with a view to building positive relationships throughout the entire school.

“I would like to congratulate principal Kerry Whellam and her wonderful team at Brooke Ave for this initiative that is effectively supporting Brooke Ave’s youngest students,” said Ms McNamara.

Transcript, 26 Nov 2014 Karen McNamara, Member for Dobell

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Austin A30 gets a new life

The 1954 Austin A30 before it was restored

Mr and Mrs Adderton with the restored car

rare 1954 Austin A30 is getting a new life in the hands of car beautifully restored car gets quite the reaction enthusiast and Glengara retiree Mr John Adderton.

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The vintage car, one of just 100 A30s remaining in Australia, was discontinued in 1956, but John has painstakingly restored it to full working condition.

After buying the bare body shell in 1998 for the low sum of $100, John took the opportunity to rebuild the car with

original model parts.

“When I decided to get an Austin A30, I looked around and bought one but the car was rusted and totally worn out,” John said.

“I was offered the body shell of another at Lithgow, and it was so good that I bought it immediately.”

An avid car enthusiast

who has owned several vintage Austins throughout his lifetime, John said he is a longtime fan of the A30, which was originally designed as a cheaper competitor for the popular Morris Minor.

Now living at Glengara Retirement Village on the Central Coast, John said that the

from other residents.

“From the first day we had the A30 parked on the drive outside the garage, many of the residents have wanted to know more about it, and some had even owned one themselves.”

After 60 years, the car is still in top condition thanks to John’s careful attentions.

It gets a regular workout with long

trips down along the Murray River to attend vintage car rallies and exhibitions, and is even booked in for its first school formal in late 2015.

In the meantime, the rare car is a perfect way for John and wife Judy, who first met through a mutual passion for vintage cars in 1963, to explore the Central Coast after moving into their retirement villa in July 2014.

“Just the other week, we took it from Glengara to Newcastle just for the day,” he said.

“We both love the little car.”

The restored A30 has served the couple well, and John and Judy are looking forward to plenty more road trips in the future.

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

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The NSW Justices Association Inc Are you a JP? The NSW Justices Association is seeking volunteers for 6 community JP Desks in Wyong Shire Free Insurance and training provided 0418 493 388 benefits@nswja.org.au

The Rotary Club of the Entrance Inc. A small, friendly and effective club supporting many local organisations, and international Rotary Activities. Always welcoming new members, men and women, to help us to help others.

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for cold humanity.

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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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The Wyong Diary For events in post code areas 2258, 2259, 2261, 2262 and 2263 Tuesday Jan 20 An Exhibition of Art

by Artists from Toukley and Districts Art Society opening night, Shorethyme Restaurant, Norah Head, 6pm

Wednesday Jan 21 Blokes Refresher for Education and Work course information enrolment session, Block G, level 2, room 3/4, Gosford TAFE

Saturday Jan 24 Tuggerah Lakes Show Band open day, Band Hall, The Entrance

Sunday Jan 25 Wyong Australia Day celebrations, Wyong Race Club, 12pm Australia Day celebrations, Canton Beach foreshore, 4pm

Monday Jan 26 Australia Day celebrations, Memorial Park, The Entrance, 11am-9pm

Saturday Jan 31 Summerland Kings, Wyong RSL, 7:30pm

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Saturday Feb 7 Tuggerah Lakes Show Band open day, Band Hall, The Entrance Knitters’ Guild of NSW – The Entrance Group meeting, Long Jetty Senior Citizens Club, 11am-2pm

Wednesday Feb 11 Stepping On program begins, Hamlyn Terrace Community Centre

Thursday Feb 12 Stepping On program begins, Adssi HomeLiving Australia office, Tuggerah Business Park

Sunday Feb 15 Fun Concert with the Lakes Singers, Toukley Presbyterian Church, 2pm

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

Contact details are on page 2.

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Knitters learn about Gansey techniques

he Entrance group of the Knitters’ Guild of NSW will hold its next meeting on Saturday, February 7, at the Long Jetty Senior Citizens Centre.

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The meeting will focus on knitted name tags and attendees will learn how the knitters of traditional seamen’s jumpers in the Gansey Is, Scotland, knitted the owner’s initials or name into the garment for easy

identification.

The attendees will then use knitters’ graph paper to design personalised name tags for themselves using the old Gansey techniques.

Those who wish to attend will need to bring

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Public mural to celebrate 100 years of the Long Jetty

along a pencil, eight ply yarn and matching needles.

The first two meetings of the Knitters Guild of NSW are free.

Email, 12 Jan 2015 Caroline Baker, the Knitters’ Guild of NSW-The Entrance

Emily Payne with her children Joan and John,the boat shed they built and the floats hired to tourists Photo courtsey of Alf and Emily Payne

picture tells a thousand words and that’s exactly what Wyong Council is planning to do as it prepares for the 100 year celebration of the Long Jetty in April this year.

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A name tag knitted using the old Gansey technique

Multicultural concert and party held he Hellenic Community of the Central Coast held a multicultural Christmas concert and party in December which was attended by around 30 community members including Wyong Council mayor Cr Doug Eaton.

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The event saw entertainment by Chinese musicians on traditional instruments, Christmas craft activities for children and a variety of foods prepared by the African, Indian, Chinese, Filipino and Greek communities.

Santa also made an

appearance giving each child a bag of sweets.

The Hellenic Community of the Central Coast will also be hosting its first end of month luncheon for the year on Saturday, January 31, at the Chittaway Community Hall.

The luncheon will

include Greek as well as Australian food in recognition of Australia Day. Newsletter, 22 Dec 2014 Hellenic Community of the Central Coast

Council is installing a public mural on the foreshore consisting of images and stories about the history of the jetty and the people who have enjoyed it over the years.

Council’s manager of Community Partnerships and Planning Ms Julie Vaughan is calling on the community to get involved and submit photographs and memorabilia representing the Long Jetty or the Long Jetty community over the past 100 years.

“Long Jetty has a long history as a treasured home for locals, a popular

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the Payne Family who took advantage of Long Jetty becoming a tourist destination in the 1940s building a cabin on the beach and hiring out paddle boats, floats and prawning nets, which were always in high demand,” Cr Webster said.

“I found this out during research with former Cr Robyn Stewart for the book ‘Down Memory Lane’ so I know there are lots of great stories and memories out there.

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tourist destination for travellers and a cultural hub for artists and photographers,” Ms Vaughan said.

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Council’s deputy mayor Cr Lynne Webster said initial investigations into the historical fabric of the area have unveiled many photographs and artistic impressions of The Long Jetty.

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Wyong Regional Chronicle - January 16, 2015 - P21

Killarney District Soccer Club receives $4,000 grant uniform and a ball for illarney District Soccer Club (KDSC) players and followers Brendan Chandler.

“This will enable local each child,” said Mr were out to support their local team at Central Coast Stadium on December 27 in Hyundai A-League round 12, the designated children with special Chandler.

“We are very proud needs the opportunity to Hyundai Goals for Grassroots match.

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Coast Mariners scored during the match, the club would receive an additional $1,000 bonus.

By virtue of the Central Coast Mariners scoring three goals, the junior club receives a $4,000 Hyundai Help for Kids grant.

The junior grassroots club also received 20 complimentary tickets

With up to $10,000 on the line, Killarney District were cheering on the Central Coast Mariners as they took on Brisbane Roar.

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to attend the match, an on-field official cheque presentation and the filming of a professional one minute video to help promote their club.

“The Hyundai Goals for Grassroots donation will be used to support the upcoming KDSC Special Needs Academy,” said Killarney District Soccer Club committee member

participate in an organised and structured football academy, including qualified coaching and organised games.

“Currently there is very little opportunity for children with special needs to participate in organised sport, particularly football, and be part of a club.

“The funds would be utilised to purchase a

to be playing a part in Hyundai’s Help for Kids initiative through the Goals for Grassroots program,” said Central Coast Mariners’ defender Josh Rose.

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of all communities is linked to the kids, and we are delighted to be able to participate in actively encouraging and nurturing the community team players and their families.”

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Kim Seung-yong leaves the Mariners

Jedinak takes out all the major awards

he Central Coast Mariners have terminated South Korean attacker Kim Seung-yong’s contract by mutual consent.

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Kim now has an opportunity to play closer to his homeland and family which he is keen to pursue.

The former Gamba Osaka and Ulsan Hyundai

playmaker has been a model professional since joining the yellow and navy in February last year.

Kim scored twice last campaign, including an

impressive free kick at home to Sydney FC, and once this season, and also featured for the Mariners against one of his former clubs, FC Seoul, during the 2014 AFC Champions

Media release, 21 Dec 2014 Central Coast Mariners media

Mariners’ match at Brookvale Oval will not proceed

Mile Jedinak

ormer Central Coast Mariners player he Central Coast Mariners’ Hyundai A-League 2014/15 round Mile Jedinak has been named the 16 clash against Adelaide United will now be played at Gosford’s Football Federation Australia’s top Central Coast Stadium.

Male Footballer of the Year for 2014, adding Warringah Council The Saturday, will now revert back to his recent awards at the Asian Football February 7 fixture was to the home of the has taken all possible Confederation (AFC) Awards night. originally scheduled to Mariners after Football steps to ensure that the

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Jedinak claimed the award for the second consecutive year after breaking through for his first Footballer of the Year Award in 2013.

Jedinak was also named the AFC’s International Player of the year.

Both awards were bestowed upon Jedinak following his outstanding

League Group Stage.

A popular member of the playing squad, Kim leaves the Mariners with the best wishes of everyone involved with the club.

performances as the captain of Crystal Palace FC in the English Premier League and also through his captaincy and performances for the Socceroos throughout 2014, including the FIFA World Cup in Brazil.

be played at Brookvale Oval in the heart of the Manly Warringah Football Association – an area home to over 16,000 registered participants.

However the game

Federation Australia (FFA) management and the Club agreed that the Brookvale Oval surface would not be in an adequate condition for play by early February.

game would proceed as planned, however, the current timelines to ready the field of play to strict Hyundai A-League standards following the recent partial laying of

a fresh Brookvale Oval surface are now too tight.

Central Coast Mariners have thanked Warringah Council for their efforts and interest in hosting a Hyundai A-League match in their region, and broadening the reach of elite Australian football.

Media release, 12 Jan 2015 Central Coast Mariners media

Mariners’ new director has wealth of experience

Media release, 2 Jan 2015 Football Federation Australia

ormer West Ham United FC and Portsmouth FC CEO Mr Peter revenues.

“I look forward to Storrie has joined the Central Coast Mariners as an Associate meeting all parties that wish Director.

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Initially, Storrie will be on the Central Coast from early February to midMarch.

During this time, he will review the Club’s structures and lead a marketing and commercial campaign to increase Club revenues.

Storrie will also engage with key local stakeholders as the Mariners look to strengthen its ties to the community, and build on the foundations currently in place.

“Peter has a wealth of experience that we’ll be calling on as we continue our drive towards building a sustainable model that can keep the Club based on the Central Coast,” said Central Coast Mariners owner Mr Michael Charlesworth.

Speaking from the United Kingdom Storrie, who has also previously worked for Southend United and Notts County, said he was excited to be

linking with the Mariners and was looking forward to making a contribution to the Hyundai A-League.

“I am delighted to help anywhere I can with the Club and hope that having worked in football for over 25 years, my experience will help me to help take

the Club forward,” Storrie said.

“This is an exciting challenge for me in a country that I have always called my second home.

“My objective is to help the Club increase its bonds to the community and assist in enhancing Club

to unite and get behind the Mariners, and working with the current management and staff at the Club.

“As one, we can make the Mariners a success on and off the field,” he said.

Media release, 31 Dec 2014 Central Coast Mariners media

Wyong Regional Chronicle - January 16, 2015 - P23

Sport

Pandurevic signs for the Mariners

Mariners’ improved results gives them confidence for 2015 entral Coast Mariners entered the brief summer Hyundai A-League pause for the 2015 AFC Asian Cup full of confidence after Phil Moss’s side claimed a well-earned 2-0 win over Melbourne City in Gosford on Sunday, January 4.

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A double from livewire attacker Mitchell Duke helped steer the Mariners past John van’t Schip’s side on the banks of the Brisbane Water – the win coming after an improved attacking display by the yellow and navy and a determined defensive performance which saw Liam Reddy produce a number of fine saves to thwart City’s many attacking weapons.

The Mariners took the lead early in the contest when Duke capitalised on a precise pass from attacking midfield whiz Glen Trifiro.

Seizing his opportunity, Duke slid an accurate effort of his own beyond City’s goal keeper, Tando Velaphi to score his first goal since the opening day of the campaign.

In the 27th minute Duke nabbed his third goal of the season, in the process doubling his side’s advantage.

Hungarian midfielder Richard Vernes showed good determination to win the ball on the edge of the area and poke it into Duke’s path, before the Mariners number nine let fly with a firm strike that beat Velaphi for pace.

Central Coast didn’t have it all their own way in the first 45 however, twice Mariner’s goal keeper Reddy needed to produce some of his best work to keep the City slickers at bay.

Thirteen minutes after the interval the visitors were reduced to 10 men after Velaphi raced out of his area in an attempt to beat the dynamic Duke to the ball.

Unfortunately for the City custodian, Duke got a touch on the ball just ahead of the former Perth Glory man.

Velaphi then clattered into Duke, and while referee Peter Green dismissed Velaphi, Duke, who may otherwise have netted a hat trick, was also forced from the field with an injury.

Duke’s injury on the hour mark opened an opportunity for new Central Coast Mariners recruit Travis Major to make his Hyundai A-League debut, and throughout his 30 minute cameo, the former Blacktown City FC man showed he has the qualities to worry defences in Australia’s top flight.

Following the contest, Central Coast Mariners boss Moss said that the win was the result of his players and staff sticking together, and believing in the Club’s football vision.

“It just shows what our dressing room is made of and how much desire and camaraderie there is between the players and the staff,” Moss said.

“That’s a very rewarding victory, I think it matches the performance.

“It’s nothing less than

the players deserve.

“It’s an accumulation of belief and desire and confidence and I think last week against Brisbane Roar was a real turning point for us at home to score three goals.

“I think that gave us the confidence to know that we can score goals and that we’re good enough to score goals.

“I thought we looked threatening just about every time we went forward tonight and that’s something that we have been working on.

“I keep saying that we are rebuilding a football team and stage one was to play football, and stage two is to turn good football into effective football – we’re starting to do that more and more now.

“I have to give full credit to the senior players for keeping the dressing room together throughout a long spell without a win.

“Let’s not get carried away, it’s only a win,” he said.

“It’s four points from six to start the New Year and it’s a sign that 2015 is going to be a better year than the end of 2014.

Central Coast Mariners players and staff have a few days off before the Club begins its preparations for its next home match against Sydney FC on January 24.

Media release, 4 Jan 2015 Central Coast Mariners media

Dejan Pandurevic and Phil Moss

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entral Coast Mariners have confirmed that they have secured the services of young attacking ace Dejan Pandurevic until the end of the Hyundai A-League 2014/15 season.

The 17-year-old has earned his first professional contract after his spell with the Nike Academy in the United Kingdom ended, a similar series of events as former Mariners midfielder Tom Rogic.

Much like the current Celtic man, Pandurevic secured a move to Britain to join the Nike Academy after impressing in a class of 64 talented participants at the Australian trials.

He failed to land a British work permit, which denied him the opportunity to link with interested clubs in England.

Pandurevic has returned to the Mariners, the club who he featured for during the Mariners’ 2013/14 Foxtel National Youth League season.

He said he’s pleased to pen his first professional deal just two days out from his 18th birthday.

“It was a great feeling when Mossy called and told me the news,” he said.

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“It’s my first professional contract.

“It’s fantastic news for myself, my family and a great reward after all my hard work over the years.

“It’s fantastic to make it as a professional.

“It has come at a great time and is a fantastic early birthday present.

“I was here in the Youth team last year, the boys have made me feel very welcome and it felt like home straight away.”

Pandurevic insists he’ll be training hard and is eager to impress new boss Phil Moss, who he worked with as a youngster at Manly United.

“It will be great to work with Mossy again.

“He was the head coach at Manly when I was there.

“He obviously moved onto the Mariners and here I am now playing for him.

“I’ll be working hard at training every day to try and impress him and the coaching staff.”

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Moss said he believes Pandurevic is the perfect addition to his squad.

“Dejan is a player of great potential and he’s got a fantastic attitude,” said Moss.

“He’s technically good, and strong for his age and size.

“He was one of the standouts in our youth team last year.

“I think being in England really toughened him up physically.

“I know he’s got a great character and mentality.

“He’s dedicated on making a professional career for himself.

“We’ve given him an opportunity until the end of the season and we’ll see how he goes.

“I’ve got no fear giving young kids an opportunity if I feel they are ready, but they need to work hard and they have to win that spot on their merits,” Moss concluded.

Media release, 14 Jan 2015 Central Coast Mariners media

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