Issue 185 of Wyong Regional Chronicle

18 MARCH 2020

ISSUE 185

YOUR REAL INDEPENDENT LOCAL NEWS

Testing clinic opens at Wyong C

entral Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) has opened two Coronavirus testing clinics.

In a statement on March 13, a spokesperson for the CCLHD confirmed that clinics would open at Gosford and Wyong Hospitals on March 16 and 17 respectively, as part of the District’s ongoing response to diagnose and slow the spread of COVID-19 in the community.

The Gosford clinic, located at 75 Holden St, is adjacent to the P2 car park.

The Wyong clinic is located at Building C, opposite the Health Services Building.

Both clinics will operate seven days a week, 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday, and 10am to 4pm on weekends.

People who have developed cold and/ or flu-like symptoms who have returned from overseas in the last 14

days or who have been in contact of a confirmed case, should be tested for COVID-19 and should contact their GP or call Healthdirect on 1800 022 222 for advice in the first instance.

People who have returned from China,

Iran, Italy or South Korea, or who have had close contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19 but are well, should self-isolate at home for 14 days and seek treatment only if they develop symptoms.

People advised by their GP or Healthdirect

to undergo COVID-19 testing have an option to attend a number of testing centres on the Central Coast.

Should people wish to attend the District’s Gosford or Wyong clinics, they need to call ahead to book an appointment.

Anyone who attends the clinic without a booking may be asked to wait or may be instructed to go home and return for an appointment.

This is to minimise waiting times and the risk of infection to others.

People who present with no symptoms or risk factors may be reassured that testing is not required and advised that they can return home.

In line with this, people are urged to exercise good prevention practices including: staying home and away from other people if you are unwell with respiratory symptoms; following sneezing and coughing etiquette by covering coughs and sneezes with your elbow or coughing into a tissue and disposing of it; and, cleaning your hands regularly throughout the day with soap and water for 20 seconds or using an alcohol based hand rub.

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Moves to repeal legislation banning uranium mining in NSW. See page 3

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Debate continues over traffic chaos on Carters Rd See page 5

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Source: Press release, Mar 13 Central Coast Health

Two confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Coast T

he Coast has its first confirmed cases of Coronavirus.

The Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) confirmed on March 13 that a woman in her 30’s is the region’s first official COVID-19 diagnosis.

In a statement, a spokesperson for the CCLHD said staff were undertaking daily wellness checks while she is in isolation at home and that the patient was doing well.

They also confirmed an investigation into how the patient became infected was underway and that all her close contacts had been contacted and

Chief Executive, Dr Andrew Montague, Central Coast Health District advised to self-isolate.

The spokesperson said the patient’s close contacts were also being

contacted daily by the CCLHD Public Health Unit to monitor their condition and will be promptly tested if they develop symptoms.

In a statement on March 16, the CCHLD confirmed the second case.

“The CCLHD is providing care for a woman in her 40’s who has been diagnosed with COVID-19 after recently returning from overseas,” the statement reads.

The second woman is also in isolation at home with the same procedures being followed as in the first case.

The cases are not believed to be related.

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Preparation works underway for 220,000 solar panel farm R

oadworks along Ruttleys Rd at Mannering Park have started in preparation for a huge solar farm on Delta Electricity land.

Delta’s Company Secretary, Steve Gurney, said the road is currently being realigned to provide for a left turn into the ash dam property where the solar project will be installed.

“A slight bend in the road will be straightened and these works should make it safe for both traffic turning into the ash dam and through traffic,” Gurney said.

When roadworks are complete, there will be turning lanes from both directions into the property.

The solar project is a power partnership between Enernet Global and Delta Electricity.

Enernet will finance and construct the solar farm and sell the power to Delta, who will distribute it through the national

This solar farm at Moree is a similar size to the one to be built at Mannering Park electricity grid. and doing the studies the most appropriate firm within the 1,730ha Vales Point power station Delta will also use required to support an to build the project. power from the solar application to connect “Delta and Enernet are landholding. project in its retail the solar farm to the grid. also actively working The $75M project is business and ensuring a “Connection studies to finalise the site lease expected to create 100 significant contribution have progressed well and agreement, and Enernet construction jobs and to state and federal we expect to submit our expects site works to five full time ongoing government renewable application to AusGrid begin in late third quarter positions. energy targets. within a few weeks,” he of this calendar year,” The solar farm Gamble said.

Enernet’s Chief said. is expected to be Operating Officer, “On the construction The solar field will be operational by the end of Simon Gamble, said planning side, we have on about 80ha of the the year. they were now working engaged widely with rehabilitated portion There will be about on preliminary designs contractors to identify of the 524ha ash dam,

220,000 solar panels which will generate enough electricity to power 20,000 homes annually and save 116,000 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions a year.

Vales Point solar farm will have an estimated life of 30 years when it would be either rejuvenated or decommissioned.

Solar projects are highly reversible after decommissioning, with all above ground infrastructure able to be removed.

Over the next 18 years, Vales Point will be one of four NSW coal fired power stations to close and this transition to solar energy will add to NSW’s five major renewable power projects.

Source: Media statement, Feb 28 Steve Gurney, Delta Electricity Media statement, Mar 2 Simon Gamble, Enernet Global Document, Jan 31, 2018 Environmental Impact Statement, State Significant Development 8533 NSW Department Environment & Planning Reporter: Sue Murray

Claimed Urban Congestion Fund rorts partially explained

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Controversy rages over roadworks expenditure on the Central Coast pledged prior to the 2019 Federal Election, with Member for Dobell, Emma McBride, claiming residents in the north of the region were “shortchanged” and Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks, maintaining that there was an even distribution of roadworks between the two

electorates.

McBride said the marginal Liberal held seat of Robertson took over 94% of the $105M available for the Central Coast.

“On February 24 in Question Time, I asked the Prime Minister why 94% of roads funding on the Central Coast went to the Liberal held seat of Robertson,” McBride said.

“Does the Prime Minister think the Central Coast’s traffic congestion stops at Wamberal?

“Residents, commuters and business owners in the northern areas of the Coast will tell him otherwise.”

McBride said the Labor party had written to the Auditor-General requesting an audit into the design, management and politicisation of the

Urban Congestion Fund, through which the money was made available.

But Wicks said a total of $105M investment was pledged on the Central Coast, $35M of which was for additional commuter car parking at Gosford and Woy Woy train stations, with the rest to be spent on upgrades to 29 Central Coast roads.

“The $70M Central

Coast Roads Package is being delivered in partnership with Central Coast Council, who routinely identify priority roads requiring upgrades,” she said.

“Of the 29 Central Coast streets that were funded as an election commitment, 14 were in Dobell.

“The funding allocation of Urban Congestion Fund projects are

decisions of the Federal Government and are not conducted through a competitive grants process.”

An examination of the full table of roadworks approved, confirms that of the 29 projects earmarked, 14 are in Dobell, 14 in Robertson and 1 in the electorate of Swansea.

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The Australian Reptile park is celebrating seven of the world’s cutest animals, as a swathe of koala joeys turn one.

Affectionately dubbed the Lucky Seven in 2019 after being bred into the Park’s

breeding program, the seven koala joeys have all been named after various Disney characters by their keepers.

The joeys’ high social media profile has made them ambassadors for the koala species and raising awareness.

Koalas are thought to be on track to become completely extinct by 2050, with their numbers plummeting by a third between 1990 and 2010 due to habitat destruction, deforestation, fragmentation, cars and dogs.

The Park’s Mammal Keeper, Erica Johnstone, said staff were excited that the koala joeys were all growing up to be “healthy, happy individuals with unique personalities that are a part of an important breeding program here at the Australian Reptile Park”.

Following their eucalyptus leaf party, the joeys napped in their favourite spots for eighteen hours, as is customary for koalas after a big day.

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Brown water safety concerns

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Ratepayers from Point Clare to the Peninsula, Empire Bay and Killcare Heights, have reported muddy looking water pouring from the taps inside their homes, with numerous accounts on social media of

water not being fit to bathe or wash clothes in.

Killcare Heights resident, Sharon McEvoy, is convinced that drinking the brownish water over recent weeks resulted in “the worst case of diarrhoea I have ever experienced”.

“About a fortnight ago, I started to get really sick with diarrhoea and battled it for a week before going to the doctor, who conducted some tests,” she said.

“He said tests had revealed aeromonas in my system and

that this usually resulted from contaminated water.

“I was so weak I couldn’t even climb the stairs in my home without having to sit down at the top,” she said.

“When you pour a glass of water, the discolouration isn’t as apparent, but when you fill a bathtub or handbasin, you can see how brown it is.”

Since visiting the doctor, McEvoy has been only drinking bottled water.

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Recession looming for Coast?

First it was bushfires and flooding, and now a combination of the Coronavirus, a slide in global oil prices and a sickening crash in the share market, threaten to plunge the Central Coast into recession.

Construction is expected to begin on the Terrigal boardwalk and viewing platform in April .

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Central Coast Council finished last financial year with a budget surplus of $62.4M, $14.9M more than it had budgeted for ($48.5M)

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Nuclear power debate resurrected

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Many people who have been suffering with brown water coming out of their taps for weeks in various areas of the region, are not convinced by assurances from Central Coast Council that the water is safe to drink, despite its colour.

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Member for Swansea, Yasmin Catley, has vowed to fight moves to repeal legislation banning uranium mining in NSW, which she says is the first step towards nuclear power plants in the State, with three Central Coast sites likely contenders.

A Prince Among Men and women too of course

What a comedy of errors. It all started with Boof’s winning goal for the Mariners last week and ended with him being elected to Council.

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“There will be a nuclear power station in my lifetime” - Taylor Martin, MLC

An Upper House inquiry into the Uranium Mining and Nuclear Facilities (Prohibitions) Repeal Bill 2019 has recommended repealing the original bill in its entirety.

Although this would make it

legal to mine for uranium within NSW boundaries for the first time since 1987, the prohibition on nuclear facilities would remain in place as a result of prohibitions enacted in federal legislation.

But Catley said that Deputy Premier, John Barilaro, had made it clear that he supports the building of new nuclear power stations.

“While there is also federal legislation in this space, it is clear that the Deputy Premier sees the removal of the current ban on uranium mining and nuclear power in NSW as the

first step towards that objective,” she said.

“Potential nuclear power station sites were identified at Eraring, Vales Point and Munmorah in 2018, but nuclear is not the answer to the problem of climate change.

“Nuclear is too expensive and too dangerous.

“The future lies in large scale renewable energy projects that bring together wind, solar and other renewable technologies to meet our needs.

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Call for lifeguards at Pearl Beach Pearl Beach Progress Association has called on Central Coast Council to provide lifeguards at Pearl Beach over the summer holidays.

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) update page 3

Source: Media release, Mar 4 Australian Reptile Park

entral Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) has opened two Coronavirus testing clinics.

Avoca Lagoon is set to receive a $300,000 restoration as part of a $5.3M Central Coast waterways package.

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Erica Johnstone with one of the birthday joeys

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Going, going ...

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The Central Coast is set to join the elite set of socalled Gigabit Cities around the world with an announcement that is set to offer extreme internet speeds.

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Missive #12: Do I exist?

“I think I’ve had an epiphany Joffa.”

It wasn’t that unusual for Thommo to have an epiphany – sometimes he could have up to three a day.

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President Mr Peter Romey said the association supported the Pearl Beach Safety Advisory Group’s proposal to have dedicated

Wrong picture Peninsula News mistakenly published a picture of Southern Spirit women’s cricket team player Jessica Moody instead of team captain Sally Oman on page one of edition 488.

The picture was incorrectly captioned as Sally Oman.

Peninsula News apologises for any offence or embarrassment this may have caused.

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lifeguards patrol the beach.

He said it would begin canvassing Central Coast Council.

Safety Group member Mr Peter Toohey said the group wanted “to create a safer beach environment for everyone”.

Mr Toohey said that Pearl Beach suffered from several issues that impacted user safety.

He said many of them could be

lessened with the presence of a regular lifeguard.

“At Pearl Beach, the currents and lack of shallow water can be a dangerous combination for poor swimmers and children,” Mr Toohey said.

“Pearl Beach has considerably coarser sand and the quartz pearls produce a steep reflective beach, with waves surging up the beach,

making for a steep drop into deep water off the shore.

“This results in dangerous situations, particularly from the middle to northern end of the beach.

“We also experience added dangers from uncontrolled jet skiers, dogs on the beach, fishermen leaving bait, tackle and sometimes even fires.

“These all add to beach safety issues,” Mr Toohey said.

He said Member for Gosford Ms Liesl Tesch had been approached for support and residents had been asked to write to Central Coast Council asking for a lifeguard service.

SOURCE: Newsletter, 5 Mar 2020 Peter Romey, Pearl Beach Progress Association

Church sells for $1.43 million St Andrews church in Umina sold by auction for $1.43 million on March 5.

The auction was “hotly contested” by six bidders and sold for $200,000 more than predicted by real estate agent Mr John Ienna.

Hope Unlimited Church, which currently offers services at the

Peninsula Community Centre, placed the winning bid for the Ocean Beach Rd church.

Mr Ienna, from Ray White Real Estate in Umina, said other bidders were a child care centre and four separate developers.

SOURCE Interview (Sue Murray), 12 Mar 2020 John Ienna, Ray White Umina

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In a statement on March 13, a spokesperson for the CCLHD confirmed that clinics would open at Gosford and Wyong Hospitals on March 16 and 17 respectively, as part of the District’s ongoing response to diagnose and slow the spread of COVID-19 in the community.

The Gosford clinic, located at 75 Holden St, is adjacent to the P2 car park.

The Wyong clinic is located at Building C, opposite the Health Services Building.

Both clinics will operate seven days a week, 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday, and 10am to 4pm on weekends.

People who have developed cold and/ or flu-like symptoms who have returned from overseas in the last 14

days or who have been in contact of a confirmed case, should be tested for COVID-19 and should contact their GP or call Healthdirect on 1800 022 222 for advice in the first instance.

People who have returned from China,

Iran, Italy or South Korea, or who have had close contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19 but are well, should self-isolate at home for 14 days and seek treatment only if they develop symptoms.

People advised by their GP or Healthdirect

to undergo COVID-19 testing have an option to attend a number of testing centres on the Central Coast.

Should people wish to attend the District’s Gosford or Wyong clinics, they need to call ahead to book an appointment.

Anyone who attends the clinic without a booking may be asked to wait or may be instructed to go home and return for an appointment.

This is to minimise waiting times and the risk of infection to others.

People who present with no symptoms or risk factors may be reassured that testing is not required and advised that they can return home.

In line with this, people are urged to exercise good prevention practices including: staying home and away from other people if you are unwell with respiratory symptoms; following sneezing and coughing etiquette by covering coughs and sneezes with your elbow or coughing into a tissue and disposing of it; and, cleaning your hands regularly throughout the day with soap and water for 20 seconds or using an alcohol based hand rub.

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Moves to repeal legislation banning uranium mining in NSW. See page 3

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Debate continues over traffic chaos on Carters Rd

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Source: Press release, Mar 13 Central Coast Health

Two confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Coast T

he Coast has its first confirmed cases of Coronavirus.

The Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) confirmed on March 13 that a woman in her 30’s is the region’s first official COVID-19 diagnosis.

In a statement, a spokesperson for the CCLHD said staff were undertaking daily wellness checks while she is in isolation at home and that the patient was doing well.

They also confirmed an investigation into how the patient became infected was underway and that all her close contacts had been contacted and

Chief Executive, Dr Andrew Montague, Central Coast Health District advised to self-isolate.

The spokesperson said the patient’s close contacts were also being

contacted daily by the CCLHD Public Health Unit to monitor their condition and will be promptly tested if they develop symptoms.

In a statement on March 16, the CCHLD confirmed the second case.

“The CCLHD is providing care for a woman in her 40’s who has been diagnosed with COVID-19 after recently returning from overseas,” the statement reads.

The second woman is also in isolation at home with the same procedures being followed as in the first case.

The cases are not believed to be related.

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Moves to repeal legislation banning uranium mining in NSW M ember for Swansea, Yasmin Catley, has vowed to fight moves to repeal legislation banning uranium mining in NSW, which she says is the first step towards nuclear power plants in the state, with three Central Coast sites as likely contenders.

An Upper House inquiry into the Uranium Mining and Nuclear Facilities (Prohibitions) Repeal Bill 2019 has recommended repealing the original bill in its entirety.

Although this would make it legal to mine for uranium within NSW boundaries for the first time since 1987, the prohibition on nuclear facilities would remain in place as a result of prohibitions enacted in federal legislation.

But Catley said that Deputy Premier, John Barilaro, had made it clear that he supports the building of new nuclear

power stations.

“While there is also federal legislation in this space, it is clear that the Deputy Premier sees the removal of the current ban on uranium mining and nuclear power in NSW as the first step towards that objective,” she said.

“Potential nuclear power station sites were identified at Eraring, Vales Point and Munmorah in 2018, but nuclear is not the answer to the problem of climate change.

“Nuclear is too expensive and too dangerous.

“The future lies in large scale renewable energy projects that bring together wind, solar and other renewable technologies to meet our needs.

“Wind power made reliable with storage and peaking gas support, costs as low as $52MWh while nuclear energy in nations with established industries costs between $169MWh and $270MWh. “New nuclear facilities

“There will be a nuclear power station in my lifetime”

- Taylor Martin, MLC

will cost between $195 and $344 per MWh. “This would see NSW households pay potentially six times as much for electricity.

“Already on the Central Coast we have Vales Point rolling out clean technology like solar.

“The government should be supporting the expansion of this sector and the jobs that come with it, rather than turning regional and coastal communities into nuclear power plant wastelands.”

But MLC Taylor Martin, who chaired the

inquiry into repealing the prohibition bill, said bans on uranium mining and nuclear energy reflected the “outdated fears of the 1980s”.

“The safety of nuclear technology has advanced in leaps and bounds since the state prohibition commenced,” Martin said.

“On the balance of evidence gathered for this inquiry, nuclear power in its emerging small scale applications, is a compelling technology where energy policy settings seek to decarbonise emissions while delivering secure, reliable and affordable energy to the NSW grid.

“Despite the share of wind and solar in the NSW electricity generation mix tripling in the past five years, just over seven per cent of the state’s electricity currently comes from these sources.

“It is clear that wind and solar firmed with gas, batteries and pumped hydro would not be an

adequate solution to meet the state’s future needs for affordable and reliable electricity following the decommissioning of our ageing coal fired generation assets.

“There is an imperative for legislators and governments to be genuinely technology neutral and not lock out appropriate, low emissions alternatives to replace these ageing assets.”

Martin said there were “no compelling justifications” from an environmental or human safety point of view which would warrant the blanket exclusion of nuclear energy from serious policy consideration in NSW. “The outdated arguments for prohibiting nuclear on the basis of safety are increasingly difficult to defend,” he said.

Source: Media release, Mar 4 Taylor Martin MLC Media release, Mar 5 and media statement, Mar 11 Swansea MP, Yasmin Catley

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Drug summit to tackle the issue of drug use on the Central Coast W

yong resident, Wayne Hodges, has convened a National Drug Summit that he hopes will unite all three levels of government, as well as relevant local stakeholders and agencies, to tackle the issue of drug use on the Central Coast.

The summit will take place at the Wyong RSL Club upstairs function room from 6pm on March 25, with Hodges working since October 2019, to coordinate the event and its guest list, in the hopes of bringing about effective change on the Coast.

Hodges said confirmed guests included: Member for Wyong, David Harris; Member for The Entrance, David Mehan; Member for Swansea and Deputy Leader for the ALP, Yasmin Catley; and,

Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch.

According to Hodges, several other government representatives have yet to confirm they’ll attend.

Hodges said the offices of Prime Minister, Scott Morrison, and NSW Premier, Gladys Berejiklian, had also been invited, and consultations to see a representative from each, were underway.

Hodges said a number of Central Coast drug service providers, clinics and health professionals, as well as, lawyers, victims of drug related crime, families of the drug dependent and other individuals had also been invited, with any other stakeholders welcome to attend along with the general public.

A former member of the Liverpool Community Drug Action Team (CDAT), Hodges said he had

Wyong’s Wayne Hodges will host the Coast’s first National Drug Summit watched on for years as and will be designed Australia “went downhill”, to tackle our own drug and that he now wants problem, but the goal is to do his bit to tackle the to grow it into a national country’s rampant drug summit that can actually problem. effect change in the way “First and foremost, the we legislate drug law and summit is for the Coast the way we talk about

and treat those that use drugs,” Hodges said.

Hodges said those that attend the summit will discuss the Coast’s current situation and strategies to diminish and deter drug use and drug related crime in the region.

Hodges said the first step in this process would be establishing a more comprehensive Central Coast CDAT, to complement the existing one, that focused on working with local stakeholders to lobby for more stringent drug legislation.

A patriot at heart, Hodges believes most of Australia’s current social and economic issues have been caused by a steady laxing of real consequences for illegal behaviours, and a lack of tough leadership across all three levels of government.

To get his message across, Hodges is also

planning on launching his own political party, The Australian Alliance Party, upon the conclusion of the summit, and said he was planning to run for both the Seat of Wyong and as a candidate for the Wyong Ward, come the next state and council elections.

Hodges said he would be running on a tough love platform that would see Australia do away with its “bleeding heart” approach to political, social and legal reform.

Despite his political ambitions, Hodges said his undivided focus was currently on ensuring the success of the summit with the goal of growing it into an annual event that tackles complex national issues around drug reform, legislation and services.

Source: Interview, Feb 25 Wayne Hodges, Australian Alliance Party Reporter: Dilon Luke

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Debate continues over traffic chaos on Carters Rd S

tate Member for Swansea, Yasmin Catley, says both the State Government and Central Coast Council have turned a blind eye to traffic chaos on Carters Rd, Lake Munmorah.

She said Council hasn’t upheld its agreement over a carpark on Ausgrid land which is now likely to be closed to the school community, and the State Government has again failed to contribute funds towards fixing traffic chaos on Carters Rd. “The government has recently congratulated itself for investing $1.4M on 12 road projects on the Coast, yet, nothing for Carters Rd. “This is despite the expansion of St Brendan’s Catholic Primary School on Carters Rd, which will only further exacerbate congestion,” she said.

There are two high schools and two primary schools close together in

Carters Rd and only one entry and exit point.

“Carters Rd has been earmarked as a priority road by Council, yet this road project has been left off the list of priority projects announced by the Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch,” Catley said.

“I have been raising the safety concerns along Carters Rd with the government since 2015, yet it continues to refuse to allocate any funding to address the issue.”

Catley said that in 2019, the Parliament debated the need for the State Government to contribute funds to address the safety issues along Carters Rd. “The Premier herself voted against supporting the Lake Munmorah community,” she said.

“The safety concerns around Carters Rd will only get worse in the years ahead as surrounding suburbs continue to

expand, coupled with the government’s complete mismanagement of our public transport network, which has left many families with no option but to drive their children to school,” Catley said.

However, Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said the NSW Liberal Government had implemented several important safety measures on Carters Rd.

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He said Transport for NSW had made numerous traffic management improvements at the intersection with Pacific Highway, including extended turning lanes, better lane markings and optimal traffic light cycles.

“Standard school zone times have been extended to cater for all school start and finish times and school crossing supervisors

assist students safely cross Carters Rd at peak times, while also working to minimise traffic disruption,” Crouch said.

“It’s a pity that Ms Catley does not realise that Carters Rd is actually a local road, managed by Central Coast Council,” he said.

“Council is the authority to manage improvements on Carters Rd and it is Council’s decision whether or not to make application for government funding.”

Catley is also calling on Council to take responsibility for the carpark which Ausgrid built in 2012 on a vacant lot next to its substation, at the request of the community.

“The carpark was built with the understanding that once complete, council would assume responsibility for its operation,” she said.

“Since 2015, Ausgrid has attempted to lease the carpark to council on

a 50-year lease for the peppercorn rent of $1 per year, however, council is yet to agree to this lease agreement.

“I have previously spoken to the CEO of the then Wyong Shire Council and the CEO of Central Coast Council, yet five years later, and still council has failed to take over responsibility for the public carpark on Carters Rd. Catley said Ausgrid had made it clear that after the current school term ends, it would lock the carpark gates and it would be unavailable to parents as a parking option from term two.

Both Ausgrid and Central Coast Council failed to respond to inquiries from this newspaper.

Source: Media releases, Feb 27 & Mar 13 Yasmin Catley, Swansea MP Media statement, Mar 4 Adam Crouch, Parliamentary Secretary Central Coast Reporter: Sue Murray

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Zoning allows an over-50s residential home park but not a retirement village

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ak Tree Retirement Villages has withdrawn its development application to build 50 villas for seniors’ accommodation at Lake Munmorah.

Instead, the landowner, Mavid Group, will proceed with an existing approval for a 55-site manufactured home estate at 205 Elizabeth Dr. Oak Tree Managing Director, Mark Bindon, said: “unfortunately, we were trumped by a town planning legal technicality that there seems no way around”.

“It’s a peculiarity of law where the zoning of the land will allow an over-50s residential home park but not a retirement village, which is astonishing,” he said.

“There’s two different legislations – we’re

governed by the Retirement Villages Act and the landowner has approvals for a residential home park under other legislation,” Bindon said.

Central Coast Council has failed to respond to The Chronicle’s inquiries since February 28, seeking an understanding of these town planning laws.

“Council told us that there was a change to the Local Environment Plan in the wings but it needs to be endorsed by State Government,” Bindon said.

“NSW is different to other states where you can apply to get an exemption, and we tried to do that, but the state government said it really

wasn’t their jurisdiction, it was a council issue, so we ended up back at council.

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“We’ll keep looking for another investment site, but the Lake Munmorah area is where there’s a chronic shortage of seniors’ accommodation, so if we could find a more appropriate piece of land, we most certainly would build there.”

Mavid Group Development Manager, Jim Armstrong, said the company was proceeding to Construction Certificate stage of the current approval for 55 manufactured homes on the 2.005ha site.

“We plan on delivering the first stages of this project in the second half of this year,” Armstrong said.

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Final report on 2017 review of the Airport (Restrictions) Act will remain secret T

he final report from the 2017 review of the Warnervale Airport (Restrictions) Act will remain secret.

Wyong MP and Shadow Minister for Central Coast, David Harris, said it was outrageous that this report was being kept secret.

On February 11, Harris applied under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 (GIPA) for a copy of the final report into the Statutory Review of the Warnervale Airport (Restrictions) (WAR) Act 1996, completed in 2017.

“This was a public review of the existing WAR Act conducted by Planning Ministers Rob Stokes and Anthony Roberts,” he said.

“Although the report was never released to the public, Minister Roberts issued a media release on August 11, 2017,

which stated: “Based on the recommendations by the Department, I have decided to leave the Act in place, meaning that any significant expansion of the airport and its operations by the council will still need ministerial consent.

“I believe this remains the most appropriate way to currently regulate activities at the airport.”

Harris said that now that there was another review into the Act,

which started in 2019, he requested a copy of the previous report to ascertain the reasoning behind the original decision.

“Strangely, the response is that the report might prejudice the current review,” he said.

“I call on Adam Crouch, Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, to intervene and have the original report released so that the Central Coast

community can weigh up the arguments around the future of the WAR Act in an open and transparent way.

“It’s outrageous that this report is being kept secret.” Harris said.

A summary of the Notice of Decision by Information Access and Privacy Officer, Sharmeen Medhora, on March 10, 2020, stated that public release of the 2017 WAR Act Review could prejudice the review

presently underway.

The Notice said the previous report “would reveal details of the analysis and recommendations (of the 2017 review) that could reasonably be expected to prejudice the effectiveness of the current review.

“You have a legally enforceable right to access the information asked for unless there is an overriding public interest against its disclosure”.

It was noted that public consultation on the current review had ended and Medhora conceded that the disclosure could promote open discussion, enhance government accountability and contribute to positive and informed debate, yet, she was “not satisfied” that this outweighed the potential for the disclosure of the information to prejudice any recommendations

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and outcomes of the current review of the WAR Act. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said for anyone to suggest that a Member of Parliament should intervene in this process is totally inappropriate.

“Decisions to release information through the GIPA process are made by the appropriate NSW Government public service agency.

“These are made at arm’s length of elected representatives,” Crouch said.

Source: Media release, Mar 13 David Harris, Shadow Minister Central Coast, Wyong MP Document, Mar 10 Notice of Decision Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 NSW Dept Planning, Industry & Environment.

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Airport seen as a major tourism opportunity

ncreased tourism from a closer formal relationship with Newcastle Airport will be a focus of Central Coast Council.

The Council hopes investigations will uncover opportunities including marketing and increased numbers of visitors to the Central Coast.

Arrangements regarding air freight traffic that benefit local businesses and industry and any other opportunities for favourable arrangements that deliver a positive financial return to the Coast will be investigated.

The move comes after Deputy Mayor, Jane Smith, addressed the issue at the March 9

meeting of Council.

Cr Smith said it had nothing to do with the council’s deliberations about the Warnervale Airport but was focused on the growing Newcastle Airport.

In a councillor note, she said Newcastle Airport, about 45 minutes north of the Central Coast,

had a catchment north to Taree (140km), west to Muswellbrook (100km) and south to Hornsby (100km).

Newcastle Airport was serviced by all the major domestic airlines that provided services to the major destinations along the east-coast of Australia.

In March, 2018, Newcastle Airport released a vision document that outlined areas of growth including increased air freight traffic and potential international routes.

Earlier in the evening at the public forum, speaker, Ben Morgan, from the Aircraft Owners

and Pilots Association of Australia, said reaching out to Newcastle Airport was a good idea but it didn’t take into account all the good work already done at Warnervale airport.

He said he hoped this was “a come to Jesus” moment for Cr Smith to deliver for the Central Coast, but it appeared to be a council trying to build a pathway to hand away a productive airport in the region.

“Do ratepayers want to be sending away air freight to Newcastle?” he asked.

“A relationship with Newcastle should bring aviation tourism and general aviation to the Central Coast.”

Later, during the councillors’ debate on the matter, Cr

Jilly Pilon tried to get Council to investigate a two way relationship between Newcastle and Warnervale and to report on the opportunities that Warnervale Airport could bring to benefit the Coast.

But Cr Chris Holstein said Cr Pilon’s amendments would polarise debate.

In the end, when she did not get the numbers for her amendment, she voted for Cr Smith’s motion.

The Chief Executive Officer will provide a briefing to Councillors in June that outlines options to be further explored.

He will provide a further report to Council by the end July.

Source: Meeting, Mar 9 Agenda Item 6.3 Central Coast Council Reporter: Merilyn Vale

Ourimbah designated as a Local Centre not a Town Centre

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urimbah Region Residents Association (ORRA) has been reassured

by Central Coast Council that the town’s “village” status will be retained in forward planning policies.

Gary Hamer, Section Manager, Urban Growth Strategies, told the association’s February 5 meeting, that Ourimbah

would be classified as a Local Centre, equivalent to a village, in the yet to be released Urban Spatial Plan.

That announcement was welcome news for the 62 residents who attended the meeting, particularly as the draft plan was designating Ourimbah as a Town Centre.

Hamer, two of his staff, and two of the Wyong Ward councillors, Louise Greenaway and

Kyle McGregor, were present at the meeting to hear what Ourimbah residents wanted in the controversial and long running Masterplan and Land Use Strategy.

ORRA spokesman, Greg McGill, said “we believe we were able to provide Mr Hamer and his staff a pragmatic and achievable framework for the Masterplan based on a consensus view of the Ourimbah residents.

“We tried very hard to

reach all residents for their views, letterboxing almost 1,500 residences with a newsletter and survey, as well as promoting this on various Facebook sites.

“Our survey received 138 responses and 69 people attended a meeting on January 29 to canvas further opinions”.

As a result of that meeting, ORRA prepared a list of 20 items that residents believe should be incorporated in the

final Masterplan and Land Use Strategy for Ourimbah and they were presented to Council officials for consideration.

ORRA member, Brian Davies, outlined the practical difficulties of developing Ourimbah because of topography, flood, and bushfire risks.

However, he was able to demonstrate that the council’s target of between 160-180 additional dwellings between 2016 and 2036

can be easily achieved without resorting to multistorey development, by a combination of new subdivisions and urban consolidation in the form of dual occupancy, town houses, villa units, two storey units, secondary dwellings and even allowing subdivision of some rural blocks within the precinct area.

Source: Media release, Feb 13 Ourimbah Region Residents’ Association

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Rare unanimous vote calls for funding for The Entrance Channel I

n a rare unanimous vote by Central Coast Council, it will call on State Government to allocate $50M in its 2020-21 Budget for a permanent solution to problems at The Entrance Channel.

A Mayoral Minute at the March 9 meeting also called on Leader of the Opposition, Jodi McKay, to make a similar pledge.

Mayor Matthews said it “was all about having some money allocated into a budget,” not specifically nominating what the “permanent solution” would be.

She said her Minute deliberately made no reference to dredging or breakwalls or any other possible solutions to the

siltation problem in the channel.

“The issue is much bigger than local government,’ Mayor Matthews said.

However, Cr Greg Best said it was time “someone in this Council showed some leadership”.

“We’ve got a $792M budget, surely we can find a way to put some serious funds, say $10M, on the table right now, and get serious about the channel,” he said.

“We should take ownership, and partner with the state government, not just pass it off to someone else.

“Let’s show some action of doing something ourselves as well,” Cr Best said.

In the wake of

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hree projects in the northern suburbs, totalling $499,000, are being funded under the Federal Governments 202021 Black Spot Program.

They are: Pedestrian refuge at Goobarabah Ave near Gorokan Dr and Lake Haven Dr, Lake Haven, $74,000; Installation of wide, painted audio centre line and improved curved shoulder on Ruttleys Rd near Wyee Rd, Mannering Park, $360,000; and, Closure of median to limit access to roadside development on

Tonkiss St near Wyong Rd, Tuggerah, $65,000.

A total of 147 dangerous sites across NSW have been funded under the $50.6M program.

The panel which reviews priorities for the program includes representatives from the NRMA, NSW Federation of Parents’ and Citizens’ Associations, the Institute of Public Works Engineering Australia, NSW Police and state and local government.

Source: Media release, Mar 11 Minister for Infrastructure, Transport & Regional Development, Michael McCormack Federal Assistant Minister for Road Safety & Freight Transport, Scott Buchholz.

the February floods impacting thousands of homes in lakeside suburbs, the State Government released $600,000 under its Rescuing Our Waterways program.

Council will match that figure, which will enable

dredging of the channel to begin.

However, appointments to an expert panel, promised by the Liberal State Government in the lead up to the March, 2019, election, are still not expected until the end of 2020.

The panel is being established to investigate water flow solutions for The Entrance Channel and Tuggerah Lakes.

Source: Meeting, Mar 9 Agenda item 1.4 Mayoral Minute Central Coast Council Reporter: Sue Murray

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Three groups to benefit from over $1M Stronger Country Communities Fund

wo community/ sport projects from for the former Wyong Shire will receive a share in over $1M from Round 3 of the NSW Government’s Stronger Country Communities Fund.

Wyong’s Central Coast Hockey Association and Central Coast Community College will receive a portion of the funds along with Wyoming’s, Maiden Brush Tennis Club.

Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, said the Central Coast would receive its fair share of state funding.

“Central Coast Hockey Association will receive $639,149 to upgrade a grass field to a water based artificial playing surface.

“This will prove to be a huge win for the club’s 800 members,” Crouch said.

“Central Coast Community College will be provided $279,432 to create the ‘Step Forward Learning Centre’ at Ourimbah, which is designed to support disengaged young

Loop on M1 from Sparks Rd now open

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major milestone has been achieved on the M1 Pacific Mwy upgrade between Tuggerah and Doyalson, with the opening of the new loop from Sparks Rd. The new loop allows a seamless journey for motorists travelling from Warnervale and improves traffic flow for motorists heading north on the M1.

Motorists travelling west across the Sparks Rd bridge will be able to use the new loop to head north towards Newcastle simply by staying left,

Adam Crouch presenting CCHA President, Brett Johnson, with the CCHA funding people and address their To date, Rounds 1 and we know how important need for wellbeing and 2 of the program have it is to support our work readiness. funded more than 1,000 regional towns with new infrastructure and “The Maidens Brush projects.

Tennis Club will benefit “Locals across regional programs,” he added. from two brand new court NSW are seeing the The $400M Stronger surfaces and perimeter benefits of rounds one Country Communities fencing improvements and two of the Fund, Fund is part of the NSW worth $85,544,” Crouch with projects making Government’s $1.7B said. a big difference to Regional Growth Fund, Deputy Premier and everyday life, from new which is being invested Minister for Regional playgrounds loved by in local programs and NSW, John Barilaro, kids to light towers infrastructure to improve sporting the lives of people living said $100M was being illuminating fields,” Barilaro said. in regional NSW. distributed across regional NSW, with “We are funding Source: regional communities set grassroots projects that Press release, Mar 16 to benefit from more than make a real difference Ben Sheath, Office of Adam Crouch MP 550 new projects. to each community, and

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following the signs and driving onto the new loop.

They then enter the newly opened lane, where they can continue towards Doyalson and Swansea via the existing Doyalson Link Rd or use the new underpass to safely join the M1 after the Doyalson interchange, to travel towards Newcastle.

This loop will operate like the one at the Tuggerah interchange, so motorists are reminded to keep left as they need to use the loop to head north on the M1.

Source: Media release, Feb 27 Transport for NSW Media

Eight environment projects to share $97,000 grant

ight environment projects have received $97,000 from the federal government Communities Environment Program.

The successful grants were finalised in the last quarter of 2019.

They will support volunteers working on Dunecare, bush regeneration or Landcare

projects at: Tumbi Umbi Wetlands $10,000; Jenny Dixon Reserve, Norah Head, $2,000; The Entrance North dune care $20,000; Craigie Park, Kanwal $10,000; Magenta Beach $20,000; Budgewoi Island $5,000; Budgewoi Beach $20,000 and Gwandalan Landcare $10,000.

Source: Meeting, Mar 9 Agenda item 3.6 Central Coast Council.

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Bateau Bay PCYC to have a music and performance room B ateau Bay PCYC has received $150,164 from the NSW Government to increase its offerings to local youth by establishing a music and performance room.

Minister for Regional Youth, Bronnie Taylor, and Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, announced the funding from the Stronger Country Communities Fund on March 10, and said it would allow the team at the PCYC to build a purpose built room and purchase musical instruments and sound equipment.

Taylor said Bateau Bay PCYC runs a regular affordable music group which is popular among local youth, but currently

Bronnie Taylor and Adam Crouch presenting the funding to Bateau Bay PCYC staff and Youth Case Manager, Senior Constable Racquel Hassett has no dedicated space to host performances.

“Creativity can be a fantastic outlet for life’s challenges and can help build self confidence, and that’s why I am so

pleased to announce funding for this dedicated music and performance space,” Taylor said.

“This will help make the music program accessible to more young people in the community.

“This is a great example of the kind of youth projects that this round of the Stronger Country Communities Fund was designed to deliver, projects that help young people learn new skills,

make communities more connected and fun, and also support the local economy,” she added.

Crouch said that the music and performance room is one of more than 250 youth focussed

projects worth more than $50M funded by the NSW Government’s Stronger Country Communities Fund.

“I congratulate Bateau Bay PCYC on their commitment to supporting young people on the Central Coast and securing this grant will make their vision become a reality.

“The music and performance program is already receiving great feedback and I am delighted that Government funding can deliver these skills development opportunities for young people across our region,” Crouch said.

Source: Press release, Mar 10 Ben Sheath, Office of Adam Crouch MP

Proposal to ban real estate agents from council C

entral Coast Councillor, Bruce McLachlan, has labelled a Bill tabled in State Parliament which would ban property developers and real estate agents from being elected to local councils as “undemocratic” and “discriminatory”.

Introduced on February 27, the Local Government Amendment (Disqualification from Civic Office) Bill 2020 was drafted by Labor Shadow Minister for Local Government, Greg Warren, and will be debated in Parliament

later in 2020.

Shadow Special Minister of State, Walt Secord, said it had been Labor’s policy for years to ban property developers and real estate agents from being elected to NSW councils.

“Communities expect the highest level of accountability and integrity from their councillors and mayors,” he said.

“This is the government’s chance to put up or shut up when it comes to ensuring transparency and community trust in local government.”

But Cr McLachlan said councils could do with more candidates from performance based business backgrounds.

“Maybe something might get progressed, instead of the endless talkfest and party politicking, with no community outcomes,” he said.

“I find it humorous that Labor would use rhetoric that the community deserve the ‘highest accountability and trust’ against estate agents, just days after I called for our own Central Coast Labor Mayor to face a Vote of No Confidence, following public outrage against an alleged fake social media rant.”

Cr McLachlan said the legislation was unlikely to be passed.

“Apart from the obvious discriminatory issues, the reality is that agents are well down the line in the DA process,” he said.

“Lawyers, town planners, architects, designers, surveyors, engineers, builders and

tradies, etc are more involved in the DA process than the agents, who sell or lease the finished products.

“Pecuniary interests must be declared, regardless of the profession, so this is just a politically based push, aimed at popular candidates like myself who have strong community ties, that threaten the political party status quo.

“It is an undemocratic move.

“As a local estate agent, I was the first councillor ever on the Coast to be elected under the line, with no party or group preferences, voted in on my own name

and reputation, on first preferences.

“I won the pre poll for The Entrance Ward, yet Labor claims I have no right to represent ratepayers.”

Cr McLachlan said he had been approached to form a Community Based Sensible Centre McLachlan Independents’ Group, to run in all wards, and break the party politics impasse that has “held the Coast back for decades”.

Source: Media releases, Feb 28 Shadow Special Minister of State, Walt Secord Central Coast Councillor, Bruce McLachlan

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Assistant Auditor General criticised Council over financial statements

he 2018-19 audited financial statements for Central Coast Council, showing a breach of the Act, were presented to Central Coast Council at its March 9 meeting.

The NSW Audit Office noted a breach of the Environment Planning and Assessment Act 1979 from a self-reported error with administration fees dating to 2001.

The error was corrected in the 2018-19 financial statements.

Council reimbursed its Local Infrastructure Contributions Fund $13.2M from its general fund after finding breaches that began before the council came into existence in 2016, when former Gosford and Wyong councils were amalgamated.

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ne super pound at Ourimbah or Lisarow has been suggested in a confidential report written for Central Coast Council.

The idea of creating a single centralised pound that included all animal care and areas for livestock, vehicles and anything else that needed impounding,

r e p r e s e n t e d reimbursement and an estimate for forgone interest.

The auditor said in his report to council that the council had breached the Act by using the infrastructure fund money for administration purposes.

Assistant Auditor General, Aaron Green, also criticised council for a delay in handing over the 2018-19 financial results and said a robust quality review process was not evident.

“This was largely due to information system limitations and weaknesses in council’s control environment,” he said.

He also criticised the council water supply authority’s financial “miss-statements”.

However, the auditor concluded the missstatements were not due to fraud.

He noted that some were fixed by management and some immaterial ones were left.

The auditor was at the council meeting but he was not questioned.

Instead, the Chief Executive Officer, Gary Murphy, came under questioning from Cr Greg Best about the breach.

Cr Best quoted the auditor’s report which noted “significant” issues and “high risk” matters.

He asked for detail on the items and Gary Murphy explained that they were about administration costs being taken from the infrastructure fund.

Cr Best asked why only the CEO and the Mayor had seen a management letter sent to the auditor.

“Why haven’t the rest of us seen it,” he asked.

Murphy said if councillors would like to see it, a copy could be given, however, Cr

Best said all councillors should have seen the letter before voting on the financial results that night.

“We should have been in a room with the governance committee to be all over this,” he said.

In answer to a question from Cr Troy Marquart, Murphy said he had seen letters like this before.

Cr Marquart said this made him feel better but added that councillors did not want these sorts of tags attached to the hard work they were doing.

No other councillor spoke about the financial results and the vote to adopt them was unanimous.

The auditor’s report noted that councillors were responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements and for the internal control

necessary to enable that.

“In preparing the financial statements, councillors are responsible for assessing the council’s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting, except where the council will be dissolved or amalgamated by an Act of Parliament, or otherwise cease operations,” the auditor noted.

Central Coast Council issued the following 2018-19 fast facts: Total income from continuing operations of $637.3M; Net operating surplus of $62.4M including capital grants and contributions; Net operating deficit of $5.1M excluding capital grants and contributions; Net assets increased to $7.2M with Infrastructure, Property, Plant and Equipment

totalling $7.1B; Exceeded the Office of Local Government performance measures for own source operating revenue ratio, unrestricted current ratio, debt service cover ratio and cash expense cover ratio; and, Exceeded the building and infrastructure renewals ratio.

Council’s Water Supply Authority 2018-19 fast facts: Total income from continuing operations of $227.4M; Net operating surplus of $31.3M including capital grants and contributions; Net operating surplus of $5.4M excluding capital grants and contributions; and, Net assets of $3.6B with Infrastructure, Property, Plant and Equipment totalling $3.7B. Source: Media release, Mar 9 Meeting, Mar 9 Agenda Item 3.4 Central Coast Council Reporter: Merilyn Vale

Super pound approved was in a report accepted by councillors at the February 24 meeting after being deferred at Council’s first 2020 meeting.

The super pound idea was recommended in a report written in May, 2019, by consultants.

An executive summary of it was studied at the first meeting of the Companion Animal

Advisory Committee held in October, 2019.

The matter finally came to Council on February 12, with a staff recommendation to identify potential sites at a central location, possibly Ourimbah or Lisarow, but Council voted to defer the issue when The Entrance Channel chewed up hours of debate.

The recommendation

from staff was passed without debate at the following meeting.

“It is proposed to include a provision of $150,000 for the further investigation into a new Regional Impounding Facility in the 2020/21 operational expenditure,” the recommendation said.

“The funding is to enable appointment for

a consulting agency to prepare a conceptual design to enable a community consultation program.”

Staff recommended keeping the original report confidential for commercial reasons.

The original “Needs Assessment and Options Study Report” dated May 8, 2019, prepared by Signature

Project Management identified that the current fragmented nature of animal care facilities was producing inefficiencies and that facilities required upgrading to meet current welfare standards and to accommodate increasing demand.

Source: Meetings, Feb 12, Feb 24.

Agenda item 3.3 Central Coast Council Reporter: Merilyn Vale

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new local procurement policy from Central Coast Council will give local businesses a better chance to compete for council tenders.

Council adopted the new policy at its March 9 meeting, during a confidential part of the meeting that was not open to the public.

The policy will give local businesses a 20 percent weighting for tenders up to $150,000.

Cr Kyle MacGregor said the policy would be a game changer for local small businesses and a significant reform by the council for the region.

“This is the most significant reform for local small businesses in more than a decade,” Cr MacGregor said.

President of Wyong Chamber of Commerce, Matt Lusted, said the local business community had been waiting a long time for this.

“The 20 percent

weighting will play well with the launching of In Good Company, which is a buy local campaign being undertaken by the four Central Coast Chambers of Commerce,” Lusted said.

President of The Entrance Chamber of Commerce, Bob Diaz, said that from the earlier days of the Coast until the late 1980s, councils would prefer to deal with local businesses, and did so, to stimulate growth in the area.

“This allowed reciprocal cash to be spent in the local area stimulating more work,” he said.

“Alas, this arrangement started to change, and smaller businesses with higher overheads but producing a similar to better quality product, were overlooked as cost cutting and fiscal responsibility became a catch cry.

“The roll on effect meant that local businesses on the Central Coast who lost contracts, went elsewhere looking for

work, while others either closed down or simply downsized.

“Remember, many of these small businesses rented sheds in yards and produced small numbers of items.

“Some did produce big ticket items, but the majority were small, two and three person operations, who produced specialty items that took time and ingenuity along with skilled trade experience.”

Diaz said that early councils would offer renewing purchase order contracts for small orders to many companies, but mostly these too had slowed down or stopped.

“I agree that a 20 percent weighting is a start, but small businesses on the Coast would appreciate a larger leg up,” he said.

“If this is a start, then we are happy to accept this offer - as a starting point.

“A forum of manufacturers and small to medium enterprises

looking for council tender work would appreciate a round table get together, to lobby council managers and directors for more work,” Diaz said.

Cr MacGregor said that “with our last budget providing $792M worth of investment and services, there is plenty of work going around and plenty of opportunities for local small businesses and council to work together to deliver projects and services for our local community.

“This policy gives local businesses a foot in the door and gives them the ability to compete with larger non-local firms for council contracts.

“It is more important than ever for council to support local businesses and workers in these challenging economic times, especially with the looming spectre of the Coronavirus and the first recession in 30 years.”

Cr MacGregor said the weighting of 20 percent in the policy was double what the

former Wyong council’s local procurement policy offered.

“We already have the evidence to see how much this benefited local firms when it was in place,” he said.

“I will always be a strong advocate for high quality, well paying secure local jobs as well as secure and profitable local small businesses.

“The two go hand in hand and offer the solution to the commuter crisis that has plagued the Coast for decades.

“I am proud to have been the one leading the push for this, going back to my initial resolution to formulate and adopt a local preference policy for council, way back in 2018.

“This new policy, in conjunction with developing our economic growth areas such as the Wyong Economic Zone, will significantly strength our local economy and Gross Regional Product.

“Focusing on local jobs, attracting and developing

productive local business and diversifying the local economy should be the focus of all levels of Government for our region in the immediate future.

“The 20 percent loading is being trialled for the next 12 months, so I say to local businesses, get your tenders ready and apply for work on council projects to make the most of this policy and show us how this policy can not only strengthen your business and increase your profitability, but that you can work together with us to strengthen our community and make the Central Coast an even better place to live for all of us,” Cr MacGregor said.

Source: Media statement, Mar 13 Bob Diaz, The Entrance Chamber of Commerce Media statement, Mar 12 Matt Lusted, Wyong Chamber of Commerce Media release, Mar 10 Cr Kyle MacGregor Meeting, Mar 9 Agenda Item 8.1 Central Coast Council Reporters: Sue Murray, Merilyn Vale

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Report on the activity of the internal ombudsman’s office sought R

eal estate agent and The Entrance Ward independent Councillor, Bruce McLachlan, wants to know what skeletons are in the cupboard before making up his mind about whether to stand again as a candidate in the Local Government elections which will be held in September.

Cr McLachlan and Liberal Councillor, Jilly Pilon, also in The Entrance ward, called on Council to request the CEO, Gary Murphy, to provide Councillors with a report on the activity of the internal ombudsman’s office.

The internal ombudsman deals with low level complaints, misconduct and theft, for example.

Council’s Director of Governance, Dr Liz Develin, said a high level report could be made public, but investigation details would be confidential.

She said any allegations

of corruption would go to the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) and those referrals did not go out to the public domain.

C o u n c i l l o r s unanimously supported the idea, with Cr Louise Greenaway expanding the scope of the report.

Crs McLachlan and Pilon simply wanted information relating to this Council’s term, with Cr Pilon wanting a briefing on March 30.

The two Councillors noted that the previous Wyong Shire Council was often criticised for perceived lack of public disclosure and alleged secretive dealings, with many Councillors campaigning on increased transparency.

“In the interest of this transparency and to gain an understanding of the role, Councillors should now be provided with a report of workings of their internal ombudsman’s office,” they said.

However, Cr Greenaway said the report should go back to 2012 to include

the former Gosford and Wyong councils, including the period of administration of Central Coast council.

She pushed back the report to April 30.

The vote was unanimous.

In October 28, 2019, the council voted to develop a dedicated Internal Ombudsman webpage describing the role and how the community could interact with them.

It said it would introduce routine reporting by the internal ombudsman.

At an earlier meeting in July, 2019, then mayor, now deputy mayor, Cr Jane Smith had attempted to establish an integrity and ethical standards unit to investigate and resolve complaints.

It would have included organisational integrity, information integrity, ethics and accountability.

She said the objective was to ensure decision making and council processes were open, transparent and held to a high ethical standard.

In her background report to Councillors, she said ICAC believed that one of the key components of good decision making was information integrity.

Information integrity, according to the ICAC website, meant that authorised decision makers should consider questions about information and recommendations put to them.

These questions included: what information was missing; was there an artificial urgency; were both pros and cons of the proposed course of action set out; and, could system generated information be vulnerable to manipulation.

“ICAC also sets basic standards for organisations to manage conflicts of interest, gifts and benefits, outside employment, post separation employment and community affiliations to prevent corruption,” Cr Smith’s background information

to Councillors in July 2019 stated.

It explained that Central Coast Council had a part time senior internal ombudsman and an assistant internal ombudsman position to serve a staff of about 2,400 and a population of more than 334,000.

“According to Council’s Policy for Complaint and Feedback Management, council’s internal ombudsman is responsible for: investigation of sensitive complaints pertaining to Code of Conduct breaches (at the direction of the CEO) and Public Interest Disclosure; annual reporting to NSW Ombudsman; and, providing guidance with unreasonable complainant conduct and referring complaints to CEO, group leader or external agency where necessary,’’ it stated.

However, in October, 2019, the report returned to the Councillors with input from the audit, risk and improvement committee which did

not believe that Council needed an Integrity and Ethical Standards Unit.

The committee said it undertook many of those functions.

Instead, the staff recommended an increase in the internal ombudsman function and transparency.

Council adopted that recommendation.

The webpage promoting the internal ombudsman is not yet on the Council website.

Meanwhile, the audit risk and improvement committee’s annual report for 2018 was adopted at the February 24 meeting.

The committee met five times in 2018 to review internal audit reports and programs and the financial statements.

The meeting agenda said the 2019 review was also to be passed but it was not attached in the public documents.

Source: Meetings, Feb 24; July 22, Oct 28, 2019 Central Coast Council Reporter: Merilyn Vale

2020-25 Cultural Plan adopted T

he Coast is set to become a thriving arts and culture region with a new five-year plan by Central Coast Council to boost the region’s potential as a creative destination.

The 2020-25 Cultural Plan aims to strengthen the community through arts and culture while increasing economic and tourism development.

The plan adopted by Council at its February 24 meeting, is the result of extensive community consultation after two months of public exhibition in 2019.

Mayor, Lisa Matthews, said the plan was a

fantastic opportunity for the diverse arts and cultural sector to work towards a shared vision with Council over the next five years.

“The plan will position arts and culture as key to strengthening the community, increasing the region’s economic development, and supporting its potential as a creative destination,” Cr Matthews said.

“We will look to create opportunities for people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to learn, create and be heard, participating in, and contributing to, the cultural life of the Central Coast in the process.”

The plan outlines a vision for the future direction of arts and

culture in the region, with four key objectives: building a viable creative identity; growing our creative sector; embracing our cultural life; and, enlivening our cultural spaces and places.

It gives a variety of methods by which these objectives can be achieved.

In building a creative identity, the plan outlines a vision for encouraging regional arts and culture to be at the forefront of civic celebrations.

The plan aims to ensure that the region becomes known for its rich Aboriginal arts and culture through enhanced strategic partnerships and to promote high quality

festivals, programs and partnerships.

It also outlines plans for a central role for arts and culture in driving tourism and the formation of a regional arts information hub.

In growing the creative sector, the plan suggests supporting artists in testing, developing and realising their work and facilitating local professional connections to drive the growth of screen, music, literature and performing arts.

The plan states that this could include linking and partnering with outof-region markets and audiences as well as providing opportunities for local talent to learn and develop, perform and showcase original

work, ensuring pathways for new and emerging artists.

It emphasises the importance of Aboriginal leaders having the central role in indigenous programs and strengthening cultural networks, community arts, local history and heritage.

Enlivening cultural spaces and places will be achieved by ensuring arts and cultural festivals encompass regional creativity and meaning, and activating public spaces with arts, performance and creative programming.

Complementary to this is increasing outdoor programs to make arts more visible and establishing a vibrant

night time economy.

Another element is developing and optimising places and spaces for artists to connect, create, collaborate and show their work, and providing creative hubs and precincts in various town centres.

The plan outlines Council’s role in achieving these objectives as listening and advocating, investing and promoting, and future planning.

Progress of the Cultural Plan will be reviewed in five years.

Source: Meeting, Feb 24 Agenda item 2.6 Cultural Plan 2020-25 Central Coast Council

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Development approved despite expert advice A

t the Central coast Council meeting on February 12, a photo of a water-logged paddock was shown to the elected Council in relation of a flood zone development application (DA 171/2019) for a secondary dwelling on a property at Palmdale.

Having heard detailed warnings from experts in ecology and town planning, eight councillors dismissed the environmental consequences of approving a house and its wastewater treatment being built on a site which lies demonstrably in a flood plain.

Council’s own assessors conceded at the meeting that the DA

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consisted of a number of non-complying features, all of which defied environmental protection laws and controls for our fauna and waterways.

Yet, despite more than 100 objections lodged against this application, Council continues to approve developments against their own standards, and the interests and demands of the community.

Email, Feb 12 Tony Chu, Palmdale

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There will be absolutely no passenger jet airline aircraft operating from Warnervale T

he Central Coast Airport Association would like to respond to Laurie Eyes from the Central Coast Airport Resistance Group (WRC Forum, Jan 22).

It should be noted that the current review of the Warnervale Airport Restriction Act 1996 (WAR Act) will focus on two questions.

Is the WAR Act ‘relevant and necessary’ and should it remain?

If the review determines the Act ‘is still relevant’ and should remain, how should it be amended and future-proofed?

The $396M cost to develop the proposed Central Coast Airport alleged by Mr Eyes is a broad sweeping statement with no fact or explanation as to how this figure is calculated.

This is a complete and absolute fabrication.

A distortion to scaremonger the residents of the Central Coast region.

The total figure maximum for upgrading the existing runway

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1196m is $37M including building infrastructure.

If the extension is added, another $40M, total $77M. The Central Coast Airport Master Plan, contrary to the gibberish contained in Mr Eye’s article, very clearly states that RPT Passenger Jet Airline Aircraft, such as the Boeing 737s or equivalent to which the article continuously refers, are prevented and cannot be catered for from the Warnervale Airport Site.

The Master Plan report further states that the proposed runway length will never meet Category 4 Runway Licensing requirements.

In fact, the Masterplan report, categorically states that the proposed runway would only ever be a maximum Category 3 Licenced Runway, clearly, not able to cater for Mr Eye’s Boeing 737 Aircraft or equivalent.

Included in the Master Plan Report are a list of aircraft that can use the runway on the existing length and the proposed

extended length, should this occur, in the future.

Yet, Mr Eye’s article keeps banging on about 737 Passenger Airline Aircraft operating from Warnervale which continuously refers to noise footprints for Boeing 737 aircraft.

Why? If Boeing 737 Aircraft, or their equivalents, cannot operate from the Warnervale aerodrome, isn’t this in fact, misleading the general public?

We encourage readers to obtain a copy of the Central Coast Aviation Hub Master Plan and read it for themselves.

There will be absolutely no Passenger Jet Airline Aircraft (i.e. Boeing 737s or equivalent) operating from Warnervale, guaranteed!

The proposed Central Coast Airport General Aviation Business Hub has never been designed to compete with Newcastle, Sydney (Mascot) and the proposed Badgerys Creek RPT Airports, as alleged in Mr Eyes article.

Central Coast Airport has always been designed to be a General

Aviation Business Airport Hub such as a Municipal Airport as described in the Master Plan, to generate investment, employment, training, apprenticeships, and creating economic multipliers for every other business on the Central Coast.

Regarding the NSW State Government Review of the WAR Act, the Your Central Coast Airport Association (YCCAA) position is that the WAR Act is defective, has never been relevant, and has never been breached or activated by way of a Supreme Court Order since the Private Members Bill was put in place.

This is affecting the Central Coast region, residents, businesses and its Airport unfairly and unjustly, which is why we support the repealing of the WAR Act legislation.

Please note that the YCCAA is a separate entity to the Central Coast Aero Club Ltd and that their views may differ from that of this Association.

John Codrington Chair, Your Central Coast Airport Association Inc.,

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Wyong Regional Chronicle focuses on news specifically relating to post code areas 2258, 2259, 2261, 2262, & 2263. Given the arrival of new Central Coast Council, following is a summary of news articles

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published in the most recent edition of each of our sister Central Coast publications.

The full articles and more, as well as all previously published editions, can be seen on line on our website

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Call for lifeguards at Pearl Beach

Church sells for $1.43 million

$12 million aged care upgrade planned

Open forum with local councillors

Member for Gosford Ms Liesl Tesch is asking for residents of Farnell Rd, Woy Woy, to be given more time to voice their concerns over proposed upgrades along Blackwall Rd. Environmental projects receive almost $175,000

A $12 million upgrade is planned Peninsula residents will have the for a residential aged care facility chance to speak directly to their at Woy Woy. ward councillors in an open forum on March 17.

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Tesch asks RMS for more time for resident engagement

Pearl Beach Progress Association St Andrews church in Umina sold has called on Central Coast Council by auction for $1.43 million on to provide lifeguards at Pearl Beach March 5. over the summer holidays.

Volunteers sought to restore park as nature reserve

Central Coast environmental projects Peninsula have received and State funding $174,500.

Council on the Federal totalling

Flooding and capacity limits highlighted in plan feedback

Clydesdale horse Wellington has Umina Community Group is paid a second visit to a Woy Woy seeking volunteers to participate aged care centre on March 9. in the rejuvenation of Guyangil (Gwung-gil) Park.

Central Coast Council has considered the outcomes of the draft Urban Spatial Plan community consultation and public exhibition making for which a steep drop into deep “These alllate add tolast beachyear. safety was completed

Call for lifeguards at Pearl Beach

lessened with the presence of a Pearl Beach Progress lifeguards patrol the beach.

He said it would begin regular lifeguard. water off the shore. issues,” Mr Toohey said.

Association has called on “At Pearl Beach, the currents “This results in dangerous He said Member for Gosford Ms Central Coast Council to canvassing Central Coast Council.

Safety Group member Mr Peter and lack of shallow water can situations, particularly from the Liesl Tesch had been approached provide lifeguards at Pearl Toohey saidarticles the group wanted be a dangerous for line middle on to northern end of the for support and residents had been The full and“tomore can becombination seen on our website Beach over the summer create a safer beach environment poor swimmers and children,” Mr beach. asked to write to Central Coast www.centralcoastnews.net They can also be seen on“Wewww.peninsulanews.info holidays. for everyone”.

Toohey said. also experience added Council asking for a lifeguard

President Mr Peter Romey said the association supported the Pearl Beach Safety Advisory Group’s proposal to have dedicated

Mr Toohey said that Pearl Beach suffered from several issues that impacted user safety.

He said many of them could be

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“Pearl Beach has considerably coarser sand and the quartz pearls produce a steep reflective beach, with waves surging up the beach,

dangers from uncontrolled jet skiers, dogs on the beach, fishermen leaving bait, tackle and sometimes even fires.

service.

Church sells for $1.43 million

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SOURCE: Newsletter, 5 Mar 2020 Peter Romey, Pearl Beach Progress Association

YOUR REAL INDEPENDENT WEEKLY LOCAL NEWS ISSUE 233 Peninsula News mistakenly published a picture of Southern Spirit women’s Coast cricket teamCommunity player Jessica News focuses on news specifically relating to post code areas 2250, 2251 & 2260 St Andrews church in Umina Peninsula Community Centre, Moody instead of team sold by auction for $1.43 placed the winning bid for the captain Sally Oman on page Ocean Beach Rd church.

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Peninsula News apologises for any offence or embarrassment this may have caused.

contested” by six bidders and sold for 220,000 solar panel farm rorts partially explained for $200,000 more than predicted were a child care centre and four Estate in Umina, said other bidders

by real estate agent Mr John Ienna.

Hope Unlimited Church, which currently offers services at the

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Member for The Entrance Building fire at The Greens Information sessions for ejected from Parliament for The Entrance significant project swearing State Member for The Entrance, Several NSW Fire and Rescue Work will start in April on one of Coronavirus (COVID-19) update 3 most significant projects David Mehan, was ordered disease to leave crews and Police were deployedpage the area’s The Central Coast is set to the NSW Parliament chamber on to a building fire at The Greens – the Mardi to Warnervale pipeline. join the elite set of socalled Gigabit Cities around Tuesday, February 25, because of in Warrigal St, The Entrance, the world with an announcement that is set his foul language during a debate overnight on Monday, March 2. to offer extreme internet between he and Parliamentary speeds.

Nuclear power debate resurrected The full articles and more can be seen on line on our website www.centralcoastnews.net Coast Community News See page 14

Woy Woy Philosophy Society focusses on news specifically related to post areas 2260firstandsteparticles Member for code Swansea, legal2250, to mine for2251, uranium within towards can that also be read and Yasmin Catley, by has going vowed NSW boundaries for the first objective,” she said. shared on your mobile phone to www.coastcommunitynews.com.au.

to fight moves to repeal legislation banning uranium mining in NSW, which she says is the first step towards nuclear

time since 1987, the prohibition on nuclear facilities would remain in place as a result of prohibitions enacted in federal legislation.

“Potential nuclear power station sites were identified at Eraring, Vales Point and Munmorah in 2018, but nuclear is not the answer to the problem

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n open letter to all Central Coast Councillors.

Dear Councillors, you are well aware of my passion to follow through with Council’s commitment to make the Central Coast accessible and inclusive under your Inclusion Plan and the State Government’s Disability Inclusion Act

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Council has a further opportunity to commit to the agreements of inclusion by supporting the refurbishment of both park and hall at Tuggerawong, to a standard that all residents and visitors, no matter what their ability, can use

and enjoy.

I, as President of the Northern Lakes Disability Tourism Precinct Committee Inc., and National President of the Disabled Surfers Association of Australia Inc., support the proposal.

Email, Feb 6 Gary Blaschke, Lake Munmorah

Forget your own egos and politics and solve the problem

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capegoating a recently elected Mayor, continual political posing by individuals, and party politics, effectively diverts people from the problem that is The Entrance

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The issue has rumbled on for 12 years.

The council has paid for two professional reports and implemented neither.

Is it possible for councillors to work for the good of the people they represent?

Could they forget their own egos and politics and solve the problem.

Email, Feb 26 Margaret Hagan, Buff Point

Donation rejection applauded I FORUM t is typical of the arrogance of Wyong Coal that it thinks it can bribe its way to respectability and acceptance by the community with a paltry $100,000 donation to Central Coast Health (“Health District Board reluctantly agrees to meet with Wyong Coal over $14.8M donation”, WRC 182) for Wyong Hospital.

The

smarmy

PR

language says it all: “If in any way we can contribute to the wellbeing of the community, this is a fantastic way to do it.”

This is followed by a suggestion that “there’s more where that came from”, if the Board plays ball.

What is astonishing is that this company has the chutzpah to suggest making a contribution to health services, when the burning of coal is one of

the main contributors to ill health throughout the world.

It is good to see that the Board sees the incongruity of accepting such a bribe and recognises the inappropriateness of a contribution to health services from an organisation whose operation is fundamentally linked to environmental damage and to health impacts throughout the world.

Email, Feb 16 Bruce Hyland, Woy Woy

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Funding eligibility claims T refuted by Auditor-General I

t takes some chutzpah for Lucy Wicks to reiterate Scott Morrison’s lie, that every project funded by the CSI program was eligible for funding (edition 183), when the Auditor-General has specifically said that 43 per cent of grants were to ineligible clubs.

In this, as in other affairs, the Government’s policy seems to be just “deny and keep on denying, no matter what the evidence is”.

But this won’t make the sports-rort stench go away, and Wicks should take some care in associating herself with wholehearted defence of the patently biased decisions that were made.

The pathetic attempt to make out that protestors want to deny sportswomen adequate facilities when the exact opposite is, of course, the case, indicates the desperation with which the Government is trying

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Only the feebleminded could imagine that former Minister Bridget McKenzie, who has been made the scapegoat in the affair, initiated the notorious coloured spreadsheets that provide such damning evidence of wrongdoing.

This kind of documentation could only have originated in the highest office, possibly from somebody who later had the comforting job of reporting that there was nothing to see here, although, the report itself has been kept a secret, so nobody can say what its contents are.

What will Ms Wicks say if somebody thinks to question her on the even more egregious misuse of funds for swimming pools in Liberal urban electorates, when the funds were primarily intended to be allocated in regional areas of the country?

Email, Feb 25 Bruce Hyland, Woy Woy

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We are living in an economy and not a sustainable environment

his short update on lessons learnt regarding the fight with Transport for NSW over the rail maintenance facility at Kangy Angy is not really what you want to hear.

A lot of what we want to save and preserve ecologically is very much dependent on political will.

The Liberal Party as well as State Government have suggested they are introducing measures to ameliorate the loss of habitat, species and global warming.

Gladys Berejiklian has appointed a Minister to look after, create and preserve green spaces.

Rob Stokes is to look

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We are warned about the million species likely to die out through global warming and habitat loss, Australia being one of the highest losers.

So if they are genuine in their concern about land clearances, habitat protection and decreasing numbers of native animals, why did the State Government see fit to turn a zoned E2 and E3 rural site supporting protected trees and at least 20 different endangered

birds and animals, into a 24/7 heavy industry area, when an appropriately zoned, Council endorsed, site was waiting and available?

It’s too late to save this important place, the anger and upset at the loss is still acute, but the fact of the matter is, it does not make a fig of difference if the local community and focus groups inhabit the high moral ground on green issues and fight for their protection.

These politicians will still do exactly what they want.

At the State and Council level it is still only lip service.

We wait to see if a Federal Government changes thing.

This of course does not mean we should throw in the towel on our environment.

With a growing concern about global warming and species loss, politicians will have to bite the bullet and do something sooner or later.

The little endangered black throated finch will not win against jobs in Adani, as all the arguments regarding Kangy Angy did not win either.

Big business always has the upper hand because we are living in an economy and not a sustainable environment.

Unfortunately, these are the lessons we have learnt.

Email, Feb 22 Susan Zgraja, Fountaindale

No scientific facts have linked humans to climate change

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see that Central Coast Council is holding workshops on how to plan for Climate Change.

Isn’t it about time we started to debate the real issue that climate changes all the time and no scientific facts have linked humans to climate change?

Why don’t our politicians tell people

that carbon dioxide is at historically low levels in earth’s history or that sea levels are falling?

Why is it that the earth has experienced 78 changes in climate over the past 600 million years with the last dramatic change finishing in the mid 1800’s?

Does anyone remember the Little Ice Age? Has anyone thought about the numerous

bushfires in the past that have claimed more lives and the plethora of studies which have been ignored?

Why was it hotter 1000 years ago?

Come on people wake up, you are being duped and our children are being frightened.

Email, Feb 25 Garry Clifford, Glenning Valley

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Dangerous driving with 7-month-old child in the car A

man will appear in court later in March, after police observed him driving dangerously with a 7-month-old child in the car.

At about 11:40pm on Saturday, March 7, officers attached to Tuggerah Lakes Police District were patrolling the Tuggerah area when they saw a Holden Commodore allegedly doing ‘burn outs’ and speeding on Wyong Rd, Tuggerah.

Police stopped the Holden nearby and spoke with the driver, a 24-yearold man.

A 19-year-old woman and a 7-month-old girl

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entral Coast icon and it may well also Council is mark its demise”.

Proprietor of The searching for funds for emergency Entrance Boat Shed, dredging of The Toni Moon, said in Public Forum that she and her Entrance Channel.

husband, Terry, bought the business two years ago “with the vision to bring the old girl back to its former glory”.

“The boat shed will be forced to close if something isn’t done immediately,” Moon said.

“We need an emergency dredging program.

“Just look at the state of The Entrance Channel at the moment, you’ve (Council) neglected our main asset, the asset that attracts tourists to the area, the asset that keeps our business and many others alive,” she said.

Moon said it was not just the shallow waters because of the siltation, it was the growing seaweed and build up of wrack because of the

The shallow waters around The Entrance boat shed where even paddleboarders run aground. poor water flow. trouble.”

“The wrack is now stuck Moon said because under the boat shed, it’s of the shallow waters deep, it’s not moving, and the seaweed, their and it’s going mouldy, equipment was being which is not healthy, and damaged. it stinks like you wouldn’t “We’ve already had believe,” she said. two of our new motors “In certain parts, on the just about burnt out road side, it has dried off because people who hire and that’s a fire hazard, our boats don’t realise to so if someone does turn motors off when the something stupid like wrack is so thick,” she flick a cigarette, we’re in said.

Mayor, Lisa Matthews, called for the CEO, as a priority, to provide full details of Council’s short and long term dredging plan, including the acquisition of a suitable dredge.

Cr Jane Smith questioned whether keeping the channel open was the objective under the Tuggerah Lakes Estuary Management Plan.

“I think it’s more for a flooding issue, isn’t it? Rather than for navigation,” she said.

Council Director, Environment and Planning, Scott Cox, said that the dredging program in the past had been carried out for an exchange of water between the lake and the ocean.

He said current restrictions under the dredging licence was that it had to be 10m away from a jetty or wharf and

15m from a pylon or a bridge, which limited the areas at The Entrance where dredging could occur.

Council has already started a rubbish clean up in the waters from Picnic Point to the eastern point, past Memorial Park.

CEO, Gary Murphy, will write to Terrigal MP, Adam Crouch, for advice as to whether a portion or all of the $1.4M in funding left over from dredging Ettalong Channel can be diverted to fund dredging of The Entrance Channel as an interim solution.

Also, Council will convene a meeting of experts and stakeholders to discuss an ongoing strategy to keep The Entrance channel open and accessible for the community.

Source: Meeting, Dec 9 Agenda item 8.3 Central Coast Council Reporter: Sue Murray

54 dwelling complex approved after years of delays A

fter several years of community consultation and amendments, Lake Haven Development P/L has been given the go ahead for a 54 dwelling complex in Charmhaven.

Central Coast Council approved the $10M development at its December 9 meeting and Cr Doug Vincent thanked the developer who was “flexible to listen to the community and make amendments”.

The 1.3ha of vacant land at 7 Stratford Ave, will be transformed into a community title subdivision with lots ranging in size from 144.1sqm to 264sqm.

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were passengers in the vehicle at the time.

During an inspection of the vehicle, several defects were identified.

The man was charged with prolong, sustain etc loss of traction, class A motor vehicle exceed speed (over 45km – estimated) and drive recklessly/furiously

Under a community title scheme, a resident owns the lot they buy but shares responsibility of common areas, such as recreational spaces and driveways, with other residents.

There will be 12 blocks of attached double-storey buildings and each home will have three bedrooms and a single garage.

There will be 38 visitor parking spaces throughout the site and an open recreation area in the centre of the complex.

Following Council’s deferral of the matter in September for a site inspection by councillors to examine traffic and road issues, the applicant put in amended plans.

Site plan of the 54 dwellings on the Charmhaven land The site inspection was attended by Councillors Jillian Hogan, Louise Greenaway and Jeff Sundstrom, together with Council staff and 11 residents.

Some concerns remained about drainage at Oak Rd and Merinda Ave and whether it could

cope with the extra housing, whether there was enough on site car parking, the suitability of double-storey housing in a single storey area, and consideration of a centralised rainwater tank on-site.

The new plans altered vehicular access to the

site from the constructed portion of Stratford Ave, instead of the previously proposed access from Moala Pde. This amended access also means only 19 trees need to be removed from Stratford Ave, compared to 80.

To allay concerns from neighbours about the new residents parking in streets outside the development, The Community Management Statement for the complex will add a clause to allow “stacked” parking which means residents could park in front of their garages if need be.

A Council report said an upgrade of the street drainage in Oak

Rd was proposed to direct stormwater from the development to the piped drainage system downstream at the Oak Rd/Merinda Ave intersection.

A report to Council said the development would assist housing needs and promoted “walkable” neighbourhoods by being near numerous shops and services at Lake Haven shopping centre which was within walking distance.

The development was compatible with the scale and character of the area, the report said.

Source: Meeting, Dec 9 Agenda item 3.1 Central Coast Council Reporter: Sue Murray

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Charmhaven fire destroys property and closes highways and railway station

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Urgent action sought over dredging of The Entrance Channel

Councillors decided at the December 9 meeting to lobby the State and Federal governments and they have their eyes on money which was set aside for ongoing maintenance of Ettalong Channel after the recent completion of dredging there.

This action came about from a Notice of Motion by Cr Greg Best who wanted an urgent investigation into the continuing deterioration of the Tuggerah Lakes and the choking of The Entrance Channel.

He informed councillors how the siltation of the channel was affecting the historic Entrance Boat Shed, saying “2020 marks the centenary of this local

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olice have released an image of a man they wish to speak to as investigations continue into an armed robbery at The Entrance.

At about 8:15pm on Wednesday, March 4, a man, armed with a firearm, entered the Cold Rock Ice Creamery store on The Entrance Rd and proceeded to threaten a 17-year-old male staffer before stealing cash and fleeing the scene.

No one was injured.

Officers from Tuggerah Lakes Police District established a crime scene and commenced an investigation.

As part of their inquiries,

officers have released an image of a man who may be able to assist with the investigation.

He has been described

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or speed/manner dangerous.

He will appear at Wyong Local Court on Monday, March 23.

The man was also issued four infringement notices for fail notify authority of change of ownership, operate vehicle with defective tyres and defective suspension, operate vehicle in breach of defect notice – minor, and his licence was also suspended.

A child at risk notification was also submitted to the Department of Family and Community Services.

Armed ice creamery robber sought

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he fire which started at Charmhaven on New Year’s Eve, and spread over 335ha, is officially out.

District Manager for Central Coast Rural Fire Service, (RFS) Superintendent Viki Campbell, said the fire was declared out on Friday, January 17, following significant rainfall.

“There’s still a lot of summer to go and we are remaining vigilant,” Supt Campbell said.

“Our mopping up started along the edges of the fire and roads, and went in about 50m where we chopped down trees that could be dangerous.

“People should definitely not be going any further into the burnt off areas where there might be some places still affected by fire and falling trees could be dangerous,” Supt Campbell said.

Meanwhile, police are treating the fire as “suspicious” and an investigation into the cause of the fire is continuing.

A Police Media spokesperson said there was no evidence to support claims on social media that the fire was lit by youths who discarded lit cigarettes in the bush.

The New Year’s Eve fire was reported before noon as a small fire in Arizona Rd, Charmhaven, and quickly escalated to emergency level.

It progressed during the day and even though on ground fire fighting was supported by several water bombing aircraft, soaring temperatures, the intensity of the fire and wild winds pushed the fire front in different

The extent of the area ravaged by fire at Charmhaven, Blue Haven and Wyee directions.

The southerly front hit about 9pm and strong winds fanned the fire, pushing it towards Blue Haven across Wallarah Creek.

It quickly tore through bushland, leaping over the motorway at Thompson Vale Rd and spreading out over Bushells Ridge and on to south Wyee.

Widespread ember attacks rained on Birdwood Dr in Blue Haven as the fire flared and multiple fire crews were diverted to protect houses there.

Police and firefighters were doorknocking in Blue Haven advising residents to evacuate.

Evacuation centes opened at Doyalson RSL Club and Avondale University at Cooranbong, where about 170 people from Wyee and Blue Haven sought safe refuge.

It wasn’t until later in the night and into New

Year’s Day that fire crews could bring the fire under control.

More than 270 properties were saved, however, nine were damaged, and one house in Birdwood Dr was lost in the fire.

Crews worked on the first day of the year on strengthening containment lines of the fire in order to limit the chances of further flare ups.

By mid morning on New Year’s Day, the RFS reported that conditions had eased across the fireground and the fire was being controlled, so the alert was downgraded to “advice” level, which meant that there was no immediate threat but residents should stay informed.

The fire had, so far, consumed about 335ha.

The Pacific Hwy was closed from Goorama Ave at Blue Haven through to the roundabout at Lake Haven Dr for three

days, and the Doyalson motorway link road was closed between the M1 freeway and Wyee Rd for two days.

Wyee Rd was closed near Gorokan Rd, and because of the safety risks caused by the bushfires, trains and buses were not stopping at Wyee railway station and it was closed.

Community meetings have been held on January 17 and 21 at Blue Haven to address concerns and provide information to help residents recover after the bushfire.

They were organised by Central Coast Council and Cr Jillian Hogan said that they were well attended by people affected by the fires, particularly families in Popran Way, where the fire came right up to their fences.

She said the team from San Remo Neighbourhood Centre had been working with families to support

Photo: Central Coast Aero Club,

them in their recovery.

“It is an extremely frightening event that leaves long term scars both physically and emotionally,” she said.

“Unlike what we have experienced before through numerous floods and storms, the impact of these ferocious fires is very different and traumatising for residents.”

Director of Connected Communities, Julie Vaughan, outlined the numerous support services available to help in the recovery for people, property, pets and the environment.

The meetings included talks and information from the Rural Fire Service, NSW Fire and Rescue, the NSW Health, Land and Environment Department, Community and Justice Department and several sections of Council.

Cr Hogan said residents indicated that their main concerns were that they

did not know where, and from whom, they could get help.

“This ranged from financial help or in practical ways for health requirements, and where to get help for mental health,” she said.

“Two things were evident, information is needed to be activated straight away as well as practical assistance.

“We need a coordinated approach to disaster recovery, on the ground, locally, to help and support people immediately,” Cr Hogan said.

Source: Interview, Jan 20 Supt Viki Campbell, District Manager for Central Coast RFS Media statement, Jan 21 Northern Region Police Media Media statement and Interview, Jan 20 Councillor Jillian Hogan Websites, Dec 31, 2019 & Jan 1 NSW Central Coast Incident Alerts RFS Central Coast Charmhaven RFS Reporter: Sue Murray

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First Australian pairing to reach the Men’s grand final since in 1998

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he dream run of Wyong Tennis Club’s Max Purcell through the Australian Open Men’s Doubles Grand Slam has come to an end.

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yong Coal representatives and the Board of Central Coast Local Health District will meet next Wednesday, February 12, to discuss a proposal by the mining company to donate $14.8M to health services.

Chief Executive of the District, Dr Andrew Montague, said the meeting was “to discuss the Board’s decision to decline the funding offer.

“While the District appreciates offers of financial support from the business community, the Board determined that this proposal was not

appropriate to accept at this stage, due to current community sentiment and potential public health effects, particularly in relation to air quality and noise pollution,” Dr Montague said.

Wyong Coal operates the Korean owned Wallarah 2 longwall mine which was approved by the NSW Government in 2018 to operate in the Dooralong and Yarramalong valleys.

Project manager of the mine, Ken Barry, said a meeting with the Board was first sought about mid 2019.

“We wanted to put forward a proposal for a significant amount of money which was going to be paid to them before December 31,” he said.

“It was to be a partnership proposal between Wyong Coal, the Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and Energy Union (CFMEU) and the Central Coast Local Health District.

“We thought it was a good idea to target Wyong Hospital because it was in our direct community and the money we were offering up front was $100,000 to be paid before the end of the year.

“Initially we got very favourable feedback that the Board would like to meet with us and discuss our proposal,” Barry said.

“We were pretty excited because, as a company, we’re going to be a member of this community for a long

time and we saw this as an opportunity to give something back to the community as we moved on with the mining operations.

“The problem was that the Local Health District Board refused to speak to us, even though at first they gave us positive feedback “Generally, it shouldn’t be that hard to give away money,” Barry said.

“It’s really disappointing.

“It seems to us that a unilateral decision has been made by the CEO and members of the Board based upon policy on the run, and policy of their own, based on their concerns about health, air quality and noise, which is just outrageous.

“It’s already been demonstrated that these things are not as big an issue as what’s put out there,” Barry said.

“To compound that, there’s a community out there that’s crying out for better services and they’re not getting them.

“We’re not getting into any argument about government funding, that’s got nothing to do with us, but if in any way we can contribute to the wellbeing of the community, this is a fantastic way to do it.

“Shouldn’t that really be considered and shouldn’t the Board at least meet with us and hear us out,” Barry said.

“Now the Board has agreed to meet us on February 12 and we need

to at least talk about our proposal, which would have amounted to almost $15M over the 28-year life of the mine.

“I can’t give an annual figure, but last year $100,000 was offered and we were hoping to roll the program into this year, however, the District has already done themselves a $100,00 disservice, and probably the same for this year, and that’s really unfortunate,” Barry said.

Source: Interview, Feb 4 Ken Barry, Wallarah 2 mine Project Manager, Wyong Coal Media statement, Feb 3 Dr Andrew Montague, Chief Executive Central Coast Local Health District Reporter: Sue Murray

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t about 6:30am on Sunday, March 1, Police attached to Tuggerah Lakes Highway Patrol were conducting high visibility patrols of

Purcell, who hails from Terrigal, and his partner, Luke Saville, went down to eleventh seeded Rajeev Ram and Joe Salisbury in the final at Melbourne’s Rod Laver Arena on February 2, but not before making their own mark on the competition.

Wildcarded into the tournament, Purcell and Saville turned heads as the first Australian pairing to reach the Men’s grand final since Todd Woodbridge and Mark Woodforde in 1998, before Purcell was even born.

as being of Caucasian appearance, 180cm tall, of a thin build, aged in his 30s or 40s, and unshaven.

Hamlyn Terrace, when a blue Ford falcon sedan was detected travelling well above the 50kph residential speed limit on Minnesota Rd. Police locked the accused vehicles speed on radar at 115 km/h.

Police stopped the driver, issued him a $2,482 penalty notice for Class A motor vehicle exceed speed limit - Over 45kph.

His NSW licence was suspended immediately for six months and as it was his vehicle, the registration plates were confiscated for three months.

Source: Website, Mar 2 Traffic and Highway Patrol Command NSW

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At about 6:15am on Wednesday, March 11, officers attached to Tuggerah Lakes Police District were called to Emu Dve, following reports of shots fired.

Police have been told that two vehicles were seen travelling south along Emu Dve when an unknown male approached the second

Injured man airlifted to John Hunter Hospital T

he Westpac Rescue Helicopter responded to a single vehicle rollover at Wyong on March 12.

The crew were called to the M1 Motorway at around 2pm to reports of a driver having lost control and rolled their vehicle.

The aircraft Critical Care Paramedic and Doctor helped emergency services free a 60-yearold male, who was the only occupant of the vehicle.

The man had sustained abdominal injuries and was flown to John Hunter Hospital in a stable condition.

Source: Press release, Mar 12 Jamie Yeo, Northern NSW Rescue Helicopter Service

vehicle and discharged a weapon.

Both vehicles left the scene at speed, headed north, a short time later.

A nearby vehicle sustained minor damage.

Detectives from Tuggerah Lakes PD attended and established a crime scene.

Police are appealing for any witnesses who may have seen or heard anything suspicious between 5am and 6:30am in San Remo, or who may have CCTV or dashcam footage.

Source: Press release, Mar 11 NSW Police Media

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etectives have released images and are appealing for information following a suspicious house fire in San Remo in 2019.

At about 5:30am on Saturday, September 21, emergency services were called to Kallaroo Rd, following reports that a home was well alight.

The blaze was extinguished by Fire and Rescue NSW. No one was inside the property at the time or injured during the blaze and the home was extensively damaged.

The estimated cost to repair the building is more than $500,000.

Detectives from the Financial Crimes Squad’s Arson Unit, with assistance from Tuggerah Lakes Police District, established Strike Force

Myrtu to investigate the circumstances surrounding the blaze.

As inquiries continue, police have released images from the scene in an appeal to the community for information.

Financial Crimes Squad’s Arson Unit Coordinator, Detective Chief Inspector Richard Puffett, said investigators are hoping to refresh the memories of anyone who was in the area at the time.

“Over the past few months, strike force detectives have conducted an extensive investigation into this incident, which has led us to believe that the home was deliberately set on fire,” Det Ch Insp Puffett said.

“It is most likely that

whoever lit the blaze had knowledge of the area and may live in or near the Central Coast.

“As our inquiries continue, we’d like to speak with anyone who may have noticed something suspicious on the Friday evening, into the early hours of Saturday morning, when the fire began,” Det Ch

Insp Puffett said.

Investigators are reminding the community of the Insurance Council of Australia’s Arson Rewards Scheme, which offers up to $50,000 for information that leads to successful prosecutions in arson matters.

Source: Press release, Mar 10 NSW Police Media

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Coles and Woolies take action to support vulnerable shoppers

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Woolies and Coles have both announced new arrangements for their most COVID-19 vulnerable customers The move was with customers required oles and those most at risk from Coronavirus can do their prompted by to have a governmentWoolworths shopping without fear of unprecedented demand issued Pensioner Supermarkets have missing out. in supermarkets over Concession Card, rollout new measures the past few weeks, Commonwealth Seniors Both supermarket for COVID-19 giants announced earlier which has seen many Health Card, Companion vulnerable community Card and Health Care this March that they’d be vulnerable customers members miss out on Card to be able to shop rolling out a dedicated vitals like toilet paper and at this time.

Coles and Woolworths shopping hour for the other essentials.

Woolworths is trialling Supermarkets have both elderly, those living with and other The shopping hour at the shopping hour announced temporary disability additional shopping groups deemed more at both supermarkets will until March 20 and will run from 7am to 8am subsequently review the hours to ensure that risk. measure.

Coles has not specified if its ‘Community Shopping Hour’ has an end date and has also announced it will be putting on 5000 new casuals to help meet demand on the shop floor, additional online delivery drivers and that it will make sweeping changes to its online shopping service.

“This temporary measure will give vulnerable people the opportunity to shop before our stores officially open, helping them obtain the essential items they need most in a less crowded environment,” said Woolworths Supermarkets Managing Director, Claire Peters.

Coles CEO, Steven Cain said: “We believe all Australians deserve the right to access their share of grocery items, particularly the elderly and the vulnerable, who need some extra help during this challenging time.”

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he Central Coast Local Health District’s Public Health Unit is encouraging residents to take precautions against mosquito bites, with concerns that an influx of the pests could lead to the spread of disease.

Acting Public Health Director, Dr Katherine Todd, said the number of mosquitoes in coastal areas had increased following recent rainfall, flooding and high tides on the Central Coast.

“Mosquitoes that breed in flooded, grassy, swampy areas and waterways in NSW can transmit Ross River virus and Barmah Forest virus,” Dr Todd said.

“There is no specific treatment for these viruses, so the best way to avoid infection is to avoid being bitten.

To reduce mosquito breeding sites around the home, you can clean up your yard and remove

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all water holding rubbish and containers that hold water.”

Further steps to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes include: When outside, cover up as much as possible with light coloured, loose fitting clothing and covered footwear; Use an effective repellent on all exposed skin and reapply within a few hours, as protection wears off with perspiration.

The best mosquito repellents contain Diethyl Toluamide (DEET) or Picaridin.

Repellents containing oil of lemon also provide adequate protection.

Light mosquito coils or use vaporising mats indoors.

Keep in mind that devices that use light to attract and electrocute insects are not effective.

When camping, use flyscreens on caravans and tents, or sleep under mosquito nets.

Source: Media release, Feb 27 Central Coast Health

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Local Health District is as prepared as humanly possible

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entral Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) CEO, Dr Andrew Montague, says the CCLHD is as “prepared as humanly possible” for a Coronavirus outbreak on the Coast.

According to Dr Montague, the CCLHD had been working hard to ensure its pandemic plan was in order and praised the efforts of staff as the Coast’s public health sector braces for a horror winter.

“I want to assure the community that the

Dr Andrew Montague CCLHD is well prepared.

“Staff have been incredibly supportive of one another and working hard to ensure the district is as prepared as humanly

possible,” Dr Montague said.

In wake of the region’s two confirmed cases of COVID-19, Dr Montague said the CCLHD was urging the community to remain calm, adopt social distancing and to be stringent with their hygiene.

“The CCLHD’s response as a District to COVID-19 is that it is here on the Coast and that anyone at risk of infection will be contacted by the CCLHD Public Health Unit,” Dr Montague said.

“We understand that people may be a little fearful at the moment, but the community needs to

Mayor outlines COVID-19 response

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entral Coast Mayor, Lisa Matthews, is advising the community to continue to take precaution and follow good hand hygiene to reduce the risk of contracting the Coronavirus, following the Coast’s first official diagnosis earlier this month.

“We, as a community, need to remain calm, use precaution and take preventative measures to ensure that in our day to day interactions, we are reducing the risk of being exposed to COVID-19,” Mayor Matthews said.

“Good hand hygiene is likely the single most effective method for reducing the risk of spread of the viral illness, second is avoiding exposure.

“COVID-19 is having an increasing impact on the NSW community and the medical advice is rapidly evolving.

“I encourage the community to keep themselves up to date with the latest information

and advice,” Mayor Matthews said.

Mayor Matthews said Central Coast Council is taking a precautionary approach and working collaboratively with the Central Coast Local Health District to implement strategies to minimise COVID-19 transmission throughout the community.

“Council has placed signage in our Gosford and Wyong offices to assist staff and visitors of the necessary precautions to take.

“We will also make hand sanitiser available at all Council hosted events, including citizenship ceremonies,” Mayor Matthew said.

Council will continue to monitor the situation and follow the advice of NSW Health regarding the hosting of public events and delivery of community services.

At this stage, there is no change to Council operations for the community.

Source: Press release, Mar 13 Central Coast Council Media

look out for one another,” he added.

Dr Montague said anyone concerned that they might have COVID-19 should consult their GP or Healtdirect for assessment but should take note of the following symptoms and risk factors.

“The things people should look out for are respiratory symptoms such as a sore throat, cough, runny nose and a fever above 37.5 degrees.

“Anyone who has travelled overseas in the past fortnight or come into contact with someone who has been diagnosed as positive

for COVID-19, should be looking at coming to one of our testing clinics at either Gosford or Wyong Hospitals.

“Your GP might also decide to send you to a local pathology where you can also be tested,” Dr Montague said.

He urged residents to keep up to date with the most current information about services and what was happening at the CCLHD by monitoring their website.

“We have a clear pandemic plan in place that outlines all the measures that we need to take.

“That includes staffing

requirements and supply of medical stock and equipment and I believe we are really well placed at the moment.

“We are in constant communication with the Ministry of Health to ensure that we are working as one system and we are also working closely with the Primary Health Network, so we have a consistent approach and each know what each other is doing,” Dr Montague said.

Source: Interview, Mar 16 Dr Andrew Montague, Central Coast Health Reporter: Dilon Luke

Meals on Wheels clients will receive one four pack of toilet paper

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eals on Wheels Central Coast has partnered with Woolworths to ensure that vulnerable people in the community can still get their daily essentials, as the community bunkers down to face the spread of Coronavirus.

The partnership ensures that elderly people and people living with disability who are Meals on Wheels Central Coast clients, will receive one four pack of toilet paper, which has become hard to come by following mass panic buying around the region.

The valued commodity will be issued to clients with their regular meal deliveries.

“With the current hysteria surrounding toilet paper, we were concerned that our clients were not getting the basic supplies that they needed,” said Meals on Wheels CEO, Dennis Taylor.

“Woolworths have been incredibly generous in supplying us with the packs of toilet paper that will assist our clients over coming weeks.

“We are thrilled to team up with Woolworths to help the more vulnerable members of our community.

“Meals on Wheels Central Coast is doing everything possible to ensure that all our aged and disabled clients on the Coast are given every opportunity to be kept healthy and well in their own homes during the Coronavirus event,” Taylor said.

The partnership with

Woolworths will not just be limited to the Central Coast, with Meals on Wheels organisations across the state also benefiting from the initiative.

The announcement comes as Meals on Wheels outlined its own stringent new measures to ensure that their service could be maintained as the disease spreads.

“Measures have been taken to ensure business continuity so that we can continue to offer their meal delivery service to our clients,” Taylor said.

“As well as mandatory hand washing and sanitising of hands upon

entry to the office and exit to all sites, gloves and masks have also been made available to volunteers.

“Contactless delivery options will be offered to all clients, and volunteers will still ensure that the clients are home to take delivery of their food that will be left in a sealed box on their doorstep.

“We will continue to provide our social welfare service ensuring that our clients are well before departing the property.

“The contactless delivery is an option available to all clients and is not compulsory.

“Our Community Restaurants will cease to operate from March 18, as social distancing is not possible, and the protection of our clients from health risks is of paramount importance.

“Meals on Wheels Central Coast will be doing a month by month review of the situation.”

Source: Press releases, Mar 13-16 Pip Wilson, Meals on Wheels Central Coast

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Smiles on Dials cancelled following COVID-19 concerns T he Central Coast Branch of the Disabled Surfers Association (DSA) has cancelled its last Smiles on Dials event for the season, in an attempt to safeguard its vulnerable participants from the Coronavirus threat.

Toowoon Bay Smiles on Dials won’t go ahead

Through Smiles on Dials events the DSA provides opportunities for people living with disability to experience the great Australian pastime of surfing.

The events require an extremely high number of

volunteers per participant to function, with some participants needing upwards of 20 or more volunteers to monitor their surfing based on their unique needs.

The final event of the 2019/20 season was scheduled to take place at Toowoon Bay Beach on April 6.

People living with disability, particularly those with weak or compromised immune systems, are among those at highest risk from COVID-19, prompting organisers to cancel the event.

“With the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, we cannot and will not, risk the health of our participants who may be more susceptible to infection and the carers and volunteers assisting on the day. “Although we are under the 500 people threshold and the event is outdoors, we have a duty of care to provide a safe environment for all attending and we don’t believe we can manage that effectively,� said DAS Central Coast Branch President, Rae Fiechter.

The decision sees

the end of a rough season for the Branch which had several of its events impacted by smoke haze, extreme heat and unfavourable surf conditions, but Fiechter said participants and volunteers were understanding of the decision not to proceed. “The feedback received since the announcement has been very supportive and it energises us to look towards next summer to continue ‘putting smiles on dials’,� Fiechter said.

Source: Media statement, Mar 16 Rae Fiechter, DSA Central Coast Reporter: Dilon Luke

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CEO of the Hospital, Lorrie Mohsen, said the facility was on standby to ease the patient burden at Gosford and Wyong Public Hospitals to ensure that the area’s main public health facilities had the capacity

to cater for COVID-19 patients. “While we face the unknown in terms of the extent of the impact of COVID-19 on the Central Coast, it’s vital that health providers work together to deliver the best care and treatment to people within our community. “As CCLHD readies itself for an influx of confirmed coronavirus cases, we are willing and able to help to lighten the region’s potential bed block,� Mohsen said.

Mohsen said the was well-resourced and wellprepared to manage the impacts of COVID-19. “All Ramsay Health Care facilities have strict infection control and

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he NSW Department of Education is introducing proactive measures to limit the impact of COVID-19 in schools around the state.

A theatre-in-education program dedicated to breaking the culture of underage drinking and reducing alcohol related harm in young people, The Smashed Project visited schools across the Coast in 2019 to rave reviews, and kicked off its 2020 tour of the region with visits to Lakes Anglican Grammar School and Wyong High School in February.

Smashed is being delivered at a time when the latest findings from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare indicate that overall, Australians are drinking less, and that more underage Australians are abstaining from alcohol than ever before.

Gibber Theatre delivers the program, and its CEO, Tim Watt, said it was encouraging to see Australian drinking culture generally improving.

“The program is an effective way to engage young teens on the risks of alcohol misuse,

The Smashed Project because it brings the topic to life in a dynamic, credible way.

“The results are clear that students and teaching staff are responding well to our fun, interactive, yet educational, program.

“Young people in this age group don’t respond well to being lectured to and value having open and honest conversations about drinking and how this can impact their physical and mental wellbeing,” Watt said.

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confidence and ideas to students on how to avoid and deal with peer pressure.

Watt said a postprogram evaluation study following last year’s Australian tour found that the education program improved student’s understanding, attitudes and behaviours towards drinking.

The study found that: Students increased their awareness of the impact that underage drinking can have on their physical health by 33 per cent; The proportion of students

who said they know ‘lots about the dangers of underage drinking’ increased from 51 per cent to 72 per cent; The proportion of students who say they know ‘lots’ about the term ‘sexual harassment’ after taking part in the project increased from 41 per cent to 62 per cent; and, 91 per cent of students said they felt equipped to make the right choices about drinking after participating in the program.

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he Smashed Project will visit Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College’s Berkeley Vale Campus on March 24.

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Mark Scott, Secretary of the Department of Education, announced on March 15 that schools would adopt social distancing measures requiring them to cancel assemblies, excursions, travel, some events and conferences.

Scott said that these measures are precautionary and designed to reduce exposure via nonessential gatherings.

“Schools have been a focus of the community and the government as the impacts of Coronavirus have developed globally,” Scott said.

“From Monday, March 16, onwards, I expect school assemblies and substantial gatherings to be cancelled, along with all excursions.

“The community expects schools to be as safe as possible.

“We are implementing these measures to provide peace of mind for students, parents and staff.

“These cancellations also extend to interschool arts, sports, initiative activities and events.

“All major arts, sports and initiative activities and events will be ceased until further notice.

“This includes whole school sporting events and inter-school events involving three or more schools.

“Local inter-school sport and other activities can proceed, but we ask organisers to ensure that as far as possible, reasonable precautions are taken,” Scott said.

“I trust our Principals and staff to show leadership during this time,” he added.

Scott said schools will be provided with more detailed advice and suggestions on how they can adjust their day to day activities with minimal disruption.

He also confirmed that the Department is continuing to prepare for further closures, if necessary, with scaling up of technology, additional training of staff and preparation of offsite lessons.

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A COMPREHENSIVE LISTING OF EVENTS OVER THE NEXT FEW WEEKS ON THE CENTRAL COAST WEDNESDAY, MAR 18

Harmony Day Lunch Climate Action Plan - Please bring a small Community Workshops, The Central Coast plate of food to share, Hamlyn Terrace Collective: In Conversation Kariong Neighbourhood Community Centre, Series with Ash Pollard, Centre, all welcome, 6pm - 8pm, The Bon Pavilion Gosford, 12:30pm - 1:30pm have you say online or Ticketed, 6:30pm 4340 1724 register your interest

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FRIDAY, MAR 27 Bouddi Eco Network: Community screening of film 2040, Killcare SLSC, Ticketed, 6pm - 9pm

SATURDAY, MAR 28

Your Life, Your Death, Your Choice Free Seminar & The Central Coast Volunteer Afternoon Tea, Opera in the Arboretum Support Group: Raising Ettalong Diggers, celebrates its Flavours by the Sea money for Guide Dogs 1:30pm - 4pm 15th year, Fundraising stalls, - food, entertainment for further info & to Crommelin Native Deepwater Plaza, Woy Woy and stalls, RSVP 0455 213 111 Arboretum Pearl Beach, Memorial Park Ticketed, 3pm - 5:30pm FRIDAY, MAR 20 The Entrance, Central Coast Centre of 3:30pm - 8:30pm Riding for the Disabled: Recycled & re-loved centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/ Ettalong kids market, Annual general flavoursbythesea The Galleria Ettalong, meeting, At the Centre, 9am - 2pm Kangoo Rd. Somersby, 7pm Central Coast Bushfire Evergreen Lifecare: Relief Concert, Community cheese & wine Laycock Street Community Environment Network: open day, Theatre, Ticketed, 7:30pm Information Sesssions 9 Yallambee Avenue & Nocturnal West Gosford, The Endangered Bushwalks, 3pm - 6pm Species Pub see if you’re eligble for To register call Rock Show, FREE property 4329 2300 or email Woy Woy Leagues, info@evergreenlifecare. management, Ticketed, 7:30pm org.au Narara Ecovillage, Troubadour Folk Club: 4342 3366 6:30pm 8:30pm Hallett-Flood www.eastsgroup.com.au Tuggerah Lakes U3A 4349 4756 (Blue Mts) presents a Talk on: www.cen.org.au/events SUNDAY, MAR 22 Peppercorns (WA), ‘Historical Political St Lukes Hall Woy Woy, Assassinations’, Learn more about Tickets at door, 7pm The Entrance/Long Jetty hearing with an 4342 6716 RSL Hall, 10am – 12pm implantable hearing system - FREE SUNDAY, MAR 29 Craig Morrison and Friends. information session, The Rhythm Hut Gosford, Gatsby High Tea, 3/40 Mann St, Gosford, Ticketed, 7:30pm 86-88 Mann 10:30am, to register Friday Night Football With Street, Gosford, 1300 581 391 or Fletch & Hindy, email info@ridbc.org.au Tickets to be Central Coast Leagues purchased prior, 2pm Club, Free, 6pm THURSDAY, MAR 26 The Italian Tenors, 0468 408 455 The Ettalong Diggers Community Monty Python’s Avoca Beachside Markets, Ballroom, Ticketed, Environment Network: Heazlett Park Foreshore, SPAMALOT - A One Eyed 3:30pm, 4343 0111 Man Theatre production, www.ettalongdiggers.com Information Sesssions 9am - 2pm The Art House Wyong, & Nocturnal Ticketed, 26/03 - 28/03, TUESDAY, MAR 24 Bushwalks, - see if 20th Birthday Party 7:30pm sessions you’re eligble for FREE Celebrations, Road Safety – property management, Central Coast Stadium, The Central Coast Volunteer Scout hall Mcmasters On the Road 65Plus, Free entry, Support Group: Mingara Recreation beach, 6:30pm 10am - 2pm Raising money for Club, Free - Bookings 8:30pm www.centralcoaststadium.

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The 2nd Annual Coast Life Appreciating Life on, in and near the water, The Entrance North, Ticketed, 1pm

Lions Club of Woy Woy Ultimate Gamer Tournament (12-24yrs), Peninsula Inc: Lake Munmorah Car Boot Sale and BBQ, Shopping Centre, Car Park Dundan Road Entry is free, Woy Woy, 6am - 1pm

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Wyong Family History Group: Wyong & Districts Anglican Church Records 1838 - 1987, SATURDAY, APR 4 St James Anglican Church Wyong, RSVP required, The Central Coast branch of 10am - 12pm the Disabled Surfers Association: ‘Smiles on TUESDAY, MAR 31 Dials” Surf Event, Toowoon Bay, Voting closes for Registration essential, 2020 Customer 9:30am

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Let’s Talk About Menopause, Woy Woy Yoga Space, Ticketed, 4pm

Travis Collins - Weekend Throwdown Tour, Grace Under Pressure: An Alternative Facts pro- Central Coast Leagues Club - Parkview Room, duction - hidden Ticketed, 8pm stories of health professionals in their own Aurora by Circus Oz - A words, The Art House Studio Wyong, Ticketed, unique brand of quirky and energetic circus stunts, 31/03 - 8pm, The Art House Wyong, 01/04 - 10am & 8pm Ticketed, 4/04 - 8pm, 5/04 - 3pm WEDNESDAY, APR 1 Central Coast Economic Breakfast, Mingara Recreation Club, Ticketed, 7am

THURSDAY, APR 2

RETREAT: Cultivating Authenticity - A weekend of self-discovery and inspiration, Bamboo Buddha Cafe Holgate, Ticketed, 4 & 5/04, 9am - 2:30pm The Central Coast Series skate, scooter and BMX competition 2020, BATO Yard, Entry is free and open to riders aged 5-24

Mount Ettalong Reserve Masterplan Have your say, Umina Surf Life Saving Health Franklin’s Chopper Club, 5pm - 7pm The Silencer, yourvoiceourcoast.com

Laycock Street Community Theatre, Ticketed, Home Instead Senior Care: 7:30pm Easter Morning Tea, Camp Breakaway San Remo, 9:30am

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The Eagles Show, The Ettalong Diggers Ballroom, Ticketed, 8:30pm, 4343 0111 www.ettalongdiggers.com

Patonga Beach CEaster ANCFete! stalls, food &Emore, LLED Patonga Hall, 9am - 1pm Alliance Française Conversation Group: Come and practice your French at any level, Erina Leagues Club First attendance is free, 10am – 12pm

THURSDAY, APR 16

Rock Carnival: Under The Southern Stars with Live, Ultimate Gamer Tournament Bush and Stone Temple (12-24yrs), Pilots & More!

Kibble Park, Gosford, The Entertainment Entry is free, Grounds Gosford, 4:30pm - 7:30pm Ticketed, 3pm Central Coast Live Well Festival, Gosford Waterfront, 10am - 2pm

TUESDAY, APR 7 ‘To The Point’ free lecture series with Dr James Dunk, Green Point Christian College, 7:30pm Free - registrations required WEDNESDAY, APR 8 Climate Action Plan Community Workshops, Lakelands Community -Centre, 6pm - 8pm, have you say online or register your interest yourvoiceourcoast.com

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SATURDAY, APR 18 Rotary club of Brisbane Water - Titanic Dinner, Pearl Beach Hall, Ticketed, 6pm

TUESDAY, APR 21 Show of superhuman strength - Australian acrobatic troupe Gravity and Other Myths: Backbone, The Art House Wyong, Ticketed, 21 & 22/04, 8pm & 2pm

FRIDAY, APR 24 Mad Caddies 25th Anniversary Tour, Central Coast Leagues Club Gosford, Ticketed, 8pm

SATURDAY, APR 25 ANZAC Day Services 2020, March at Church St Terrigal - 5:15am, Dawn Service at Terrigal Beach - 5:30am, Service at the Breakers Club War Memorial - 11am

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question mark looms over the Coast’s upcoming ANZAC Day services following an announcement from RSL NSW that the state body was cancelling all public commemorations in light of the Coronavirus.

In a statement released on March 16, RSL NSW Acting State President, Ray James, said the difficult decision to cancel all public commemorations across NSW had been made following discussions with the State Government.

“The risk to vulnerable people during the current health situation is simply

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too high for these events to continue in their traditional format.

“Given the significant concerns around the spread of COVID-19, it would be irresponsible to allow such large gatherings as we see each year on ANZAC Day to go ahead.

“This is not a decision we have taken lightly.

“The RSL has a responsibility to act in the best interests of veterans and the general public.

“In these uncertain times, we must follow the advice of medical experts and do everything we can to protect the community.

This is a recognition of the penalties linked to events over 500 people, and the potential exposure to RSL SubBranches,” James said.

James said ANZAC Day would still be observed, but commemorations would vary from region to region and would be unlike any ever seen before.

“A marker of our respect and admiration for ANZACs past and present will still be observed.

“What form this will take will be different from previous years, but as custodians of commemoration, the RSL will still honour the service and sacrifice of our brave servicepeople.

“In these challenging times, we will remember them,” James said.

James said RSL NSW would be providing information about services over the coming weeks.

Currently it is unclear what measures will be put into effect to ensure the Coast can honour the brave and the fallen with the region’s nine Sub-Branches awaiting direction from RSL-NSW about how their services can proceed.

It’s also not clear at this stage how non SubBranch run events will proceed, however it is highly likely that they will fall under the 500 person gathering benchmark and be unable to go ahead.

At this stage all residents can do is wait for individual announcements from Sub-Branches about the status of their services.

Source: Media statement, Mar 16 Ray James, RSL NSW Reporter: Dilon Luke

Vale Clarence Ormsby

he same words, “respected and remembered”, on local war memorials are synonymous with Clarence Ormsby, the man who was instrumental in establishing the commemorative sites.

That sentiment rang true at Ormsby’s funeral on March 17 at Palmdale.

Manager of San Remo Neighbourhood Centre, Jillian Hogan, said Ormsby was a Vietnam veteran committed to righting the wrongs of the past by acknowledging those who fought in the many wars, those who lost their lives and who took their lives.

A totem pole and plaque to commemorate local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander military personnel who served in the Boer War (1899 to

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Clarence Ormsby (centre) at the official unveiling of the totem pole and plaque at San Remo 1902) was established Alfred Ernest Whye and Australia Remembers in the neighbourhood Stephen Yuille.

Grove in Slade Park was centre’s grounds.

Ormsby also honoured held in April, 2019.

It was officially soldiers who had taken Hogan said Clarence commemorated on their lives after war was a proud Maori man Remembrance Day 2019. and, together with the who felt strongly about centre both Maori and Aboriginal Names on the plaque neighbourhood and Rotary Club of culture. are: John Alexander Northlakes Toukley, he Barnes, John Alick Bond, “In true spirit of Robert Charles Searle, established the Veterans’ reconciliation, Clarence Frank Leighton Sinclair, Suicide Memorial for brought together the William James Stubbings, military and civilians at rich knowledge of both Arthur Wellington, William Budgewoi. cultures and people Charles Westbury, An unveiling in the to recognise soldiers

on ANZAC Day and Remembrance Day,” she said.

In Clarence’s own words: “We salute all indigenous veterans past and present including their families on this journey of cultural reconciliation on Darkinjung land”.

The totem pole memorial at San Remo Neighbourhood Centre has been recognised with a $2,660 grant under the Saluting Their Service program.

“Clarence was pleased to know, before he passed, that we’d received the grant,” Hogan said.

Wyong RSL Sub Branch also received $1,200 to install a sandstone border at the Jilliby Cemetery Memorial.

Minister for Veterans’ Affairs, Darren Chester, said the grants supported communities in recognising local

Australian Defence Force service in a wide variety of projects, such as memorials, commemorative sites and activities aimed at preserving our military history.

Source: Media release, Mar 6 Darren Chester, Federal Minister for Veterans Affairs Media statement, Mar 13 Jillian Hogan, San Remo Neighbourhood Centre.

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Red Prawn & Seafood Takeaway 118 Wyong Rd KULNURA General Store, Indian Restaurant & Cafe 4 Greta Rd LAKE HAVEN Lake Haven Castle Cottage 8 Kylie Cl Metro Cinemas Lake Haven Forrow Dr

Anglican Care Warnervale Gardens 171 Mataram Rd KANWAL Amcal+ Pharmacy Kanwal Village Shop 1/260 Wallarah Rd Kanwal Medical Centre, k2/654 Pacific Hwy Tuggerah Lakes Private Hospital 645 Pacific Hwy Arcare Kanwal Aged Care 2 Pearce Rd William Cape Gardens 40 Pearce Rd

BYO Cellars 260 Wallarah Rd KILLARNEY VALE Opal Killarney Vale 1 Daniel Cl Central Coast Community Care Association Cnr Cornish Avenue & Wyong Rd Coles Express 102-106 Wyong Rd The Bottle-O Shop 2/120 Wyong Rd Killarney Vale Bakery & Café

CUT Computers 421 The Entrance Rd Diggers at The Entrance 315 The Entrance Rd

35/37 Coral St Dunleith Tourist Park 2 Hutton Rd Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College The Entrance Rd

TUMBI UMBI Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College, Tumbi Umbi Campus 150 Bellevue Rd

Smoking Dragon 173 The Entrance Rd TOOWOON BAY Toowoon Bay Holiday Park 1 Koongara St

MANNERING PARK The Bottle-O Mannering Park Cellars Bay Takeaway 68 Vales Rd 205 Bay Rd

OURIMBAH Ourimbah Lisarow RSL Club 6/20 Pacific Hwy

Amcal+ Pharmacy Toowoon Bay 96 Toowoon Bay Rd

Coastal Rural Traders 10 Ourimbah St

Family Bean 90 Toowoon Bay Rd

TAFE Ourimbah Campus Q-10, Loop Rd & The Boulevarde

Flour & Co. 88 Toowoon Bay Rd

The Preview The Boulevarde The Millery 10 Chittaway Rd Lee Rowan’s Garden world 72 Pacific Hwy SAN REMO

Parktrees Village 750 Pacific Hwy

Coles Northlakes Shopping Centre

Lake Munmorah Senior Citizens Club 1 Acacia Ave

Neighbourhood Centre 28 Brava Ave

Munmorah United Bowling Club Acacia Ave Lakeside Leisure Village 51 Kamilaroo Ave Lake Munmorah Residential Resort 2 Saliena Ave LISAROW Lisarow Takeaway Shop 2/1 Parsons Rd Lisarow Newsagency Shop 13/1 Parsons Rd McDonald’s 2 Parsons Road Woolworths 3 Parsons Rd Coles 11 Parsons Rd The Orchards Retirement Village 15 The Ridgeway LONG JETTY Caltex Long Jetty 431 The Entrance Rd

Meals on Wheels 6/10 Pioneer Ave

MAGENTA Magenta Shores Golf & Country Club 1 Magenta Dr

RFBI Lake Haven Masonic Village Christopher Cres

Woolworths 1 Tall Timbers Rd

Shingle Inn Tuggerah Westfield Tuggerah

Emma McBride MP Mariners Centre of Excellence, Suite 204

Toowoon Bay Cellars 153-155 Bay Rd

Jamaica Blue 275 Pacific Hwy

Council Services Westfield Tuggerah

David Mehan MP - The Kaino’s Seafood And Burgers Entrance Electorate Office 324 The Entrance Rd 24 The Entrance Rd

NORAH HEAD Lake Haven Shopping Centre Norah Head Bowling & (service desk) Sports Club Lake Haven Drive & Victoria St Goobarabah Avenue NORAVILLE Lake Haven Library and Vietnam Veterans Keith Council Services Payne VC Hostel LTD Lake Haven Shopping Centre 1 Evans Rd

Catholic Healthcare Wellness Subway Centre 2/14 Bannister Dr 1 Minnesota Rd McDonald’s Warnervale Public School Goobarabah Ave Warnervale Rd & Minnesota LAKE MUNMORAH Rd Lake Munmorah Public Uniting Starrett Lodge School 1/35 Louisiana Rd Pacific Highway Carters Rd

Oasis Caratel Caravan Park Forrester’s Beach Retirement 207/209 Wallarah Rd Village 1001 The Entrance Rd Wyong Rugby League Club 40 Lake Haven Dr Caltex service station The Entrance Rd Cnr Fill & Carry Fruit Market Bellevue Rd 258 Wallarah Rd GOROKAN Guardian Pharmacy 70 Wallarah Rd

Central Coast Cycles 118 Wyong Rd

Bridge Club 415 The Entrance Rd

the Lott 21 Pacific Hwy San Remo Pharmacy 123 Marine Parade THE ENTRANCE The Entrance Visitor Information Centre 46 Marine Parade Nesuto The Entrance Apartments 18 Coral St

Glengara Retirement Village 220 Hansen’s Rd Mingara Recreation Club 12-14 Mingara Dr

Australia Post 145 Bay Rd

Chemist Outlet Tumbi Umbi Discount Chemist 7 Mingara Dr

Toowoon Bay Seafood & Take Away 92 Toowoon Bay Rd

Domino’s Pizza Mingara 8 Mingara Dr McDonald’s Mingara Mingara Dr

Plaza Newsagency 6/18-34 Alison Rd The Art House Theatre 19-21 Margaret St Club Wyong RSL 15 Margaret St Central Coast Mobile Village 1A Cutler Dr IGA North Wyong Shop 2/34-38 Cutler Drive North Wyong High School 53 Alison Rd TAFE NSW – Wyong Porter St Wyong Milk Factory Café 141 Alison Rd All Sorts Fitness Wyong 141 Alison Rd Alison Homestead 1 Cape Rd

NewsXpress Toukley Shop 1/30 Canton Beach Rd

Hungry Jack’s United Petroleum Mingara Recreation Complex 359 Pacific Highway North KFC Mingara Mr David Harris MP - Wyong 3 Mingara Dr Electorate Office Subway Restaurant 142 Pacific Hwy Lot 9 Mingara Dr &, Wyong Rd KFC WADALBA 300 Pacific Hwy McDonald’s Subway London Dr 250/300 Pacific Hwy Woolworths 1 Figtree Blvd Nexus Smart Hub Coles 3 Amy Cl Orchid Way JAY-C The Lott 60/1-10 Amy Cl 2 Edward Stinson Avenue

Coastal Health Medical Centre 213-217 Main Rd

Nargis Gourmet Food Indian & kebab 6/2 Edward Stinson Ave

Toukley Golf Club 54 Ninth Ave

WAMBERAL Pacific Garden Hotel 871 The Entrance Rd

TOUKLEY Toukley50 Plus Leisure & Learning Centre 1 Hargraves St Seabreeze Seafoods 10 Hargraves St The Salvation Army 28 Canton Beach Rd

Opal Norah Head 63 Palomar Parade Toukley Public School Main Rd Canton Beach Sports Club 11 Hibbard St PRP Diagnostic Imaging 54 Victoria Ave

Lakeside Shopping Centre The Entrance Rd & Dening St Toukley Library Main Rd Coles The Entrance Rd &, Dening Coles St 781/17-21Yaralla St

The Greens The Entrance TUGGERAH Corner Park Road & Warrigal Westfield (service desk) Street 50 Wyong Rd 7-Eleven The Entrance Coles Gosford Ave Westfield Tuggerah KFC 16 The Entrance Road

Supanews Westfield Tuggerah

Jimbo’s Quality Seafoods 109 The Entrance Rd

Terry White Chemmart Westfield Tuggerah

Subway

Tuggerah Library and

WARNERVALE ChemistCare 3 Mary Mackillop Drv Warnies Café 1/13 Warnervale Rd

Kidz Hq 2c Amy Cl Wyong Golf Club 319 Pacific Hwy St James Anglican Church 25-27 Byron St Wyong Bowling Club 3 Panonia Rd

WOONGARRAH Warnervale Gardens 171 Mataram Rd

Meander Village 18 Boyce Ave

St. Mary Mackillop Catholic Church Warnervale 91 Sparks Rd

Kooindah Waters Golf Club 40 Kooindah Blvd

WYEE Wyee Mini Market Shop 5 Wyee Shopping Village WYONG Wyong Neighbourhood Centre Inc Building 2/8 Rankens Ct Wyong Family History Group 6 Rankens Ct Village Central Wyong 18/34 Alison Rd

Wyong Men Shed Incorporated 175 Pollock Ave Bendigo Bank 88 Pacific Hwy Oliver’s Real Food Caltex Stopover, Pacific Hwy Cafe F3 Northbound F3 Northbound Freeway

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All shows to go on bar one at The Art House

he show will go on, at least until further notice, as The Art House Wyong makes Coronavirus preparations.

In a statement made via its website on March 16, The Art House confirmed that so far, all but one of its scheduled shows was going ahead as planned.

“Ensuring the safety of our audiences and employees is our greatest priority,” the statement reads.

“At this stage, all shows are going ahead as planned except John Williamson – 50th Year

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Celebration, which has been rescheduled to August 20.

“All ticketholders for that show will be contacted directly over the coming days and can either move their tickets to the new date or obtain a refund and are asked to be patient as Box Office staff make contact.

“If further changes are made, The Art House will notify all patrons directly.

“The Art House is closely monitoring the situation and will act promptly on any updated advice from the Australian Government Department of Health

“The Art House is also acting on advice from Live Performance Australia (LPA), which is the peak body for the live performance industry,” the statement reads.

Ticketholders are advised that at this stage, The Art House will not be issuing refunds for shows that have no changes.

“It is at your discretion whether you attend the theatre.

“Present measures are precautionary and we are guided by advice from LPA. “At this time this states that refunds will not be issued for discretionary

non-attendance.

“If you do feel your health is compromised in attending a performance, please contact the Box Office,” a spokesperson for The Art House said.

Any ticketholders with concerns are welcome to contact the Box Office.

The spokesperson also recommended ticketholders monitor The Art House’s website for the most up to date information on show times, cancellations and postponements.

Source: Media statement, Mar 16 The Art House Wyong

The John Williamson (pictured) 50th Year Celebration is the only change to The Art House’s 2020 program so far in wake of the Coronavirus

2,240 mattresses recycled in three months

entral Coast Council, in partnership with Mattress Recycling Australia, is trialling a new process that recycles 100 percent of mattresses dropped off at Kincumber Waste Management Facility.

The trial aims to minimise the amount of waste sent to landfill, reduce methane gases being produced from decomposing mattresses and recycle end-of-life waste products by turning them into a resource.

Council Unit Manager Waste Services and Business Development, Andrew Pearce, said Council annually received more than 20,000 mattresses across its three waste management facilities.

“Historically mattresses were sent to landfill.

“However, over the past four years, we have

been stockpiling and bulk shredding these mattresses to recover the metals for recycling and reduce the amount sent to landfill,” Pearce said.

“Under this new trial, we are collecting and bulk transporting the mattresses to a dedicated resource recovery facility where the mattresses are processed into separate commodities for which there are end markets.

“During the initial three month trial at our Kincumber Waste Facility, we have collected and transported 2,240 mattresses or 56 tonnes of mattresses, helping to save 1,792 cubic metres of landfill.

“This trial ensures 100 percent of the mattress materials are reused and recycled, with the stripped metals reused as railway wheels, foam re-purposed into carpet underlay, material utilised in decorative wall panels and the remaining products, including

floc, wood and plastic, processed as biofuel.

“An added benefit is that we have been working with a contractor who is creating employment opportunities to achieve social outcomes, including employment and skills development for those with disabilities and the long-term unemployed.

“We are now investigating the possibility of extending the trial to our Woy Woy Waste Management Facility, which will then help us inform future business decisions, including whether this approach can be rolled out across all our Waste Management Facilities.”

Mayor Lisa Matthews said it was vital that Council continued to find new and innovative ways to reduce the amount of waste going to landfill.

“This trial is a great example of how committed we are to resource recovery and

we could do so much more if there was more funding available,” Mayor Matthews said.

“That is why we are supporting the Save Our Recycling campaign, which calls on the NSW State Government to work in partnership with

Council to improve waste and recycling processes which will deliver local jobs and improve the local environment at the same time.”

The cost to deposit mattresses at Council’s Waste Management Facilities is $26 per

mattress in addition to the mixed waste fee, or they can picked up for free through the kerbside collection service available to most households.

Source: Media release, Feb 25 Central Coast Council

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The Creative Compassion Centre

Tuggerah Lakes Toastmasters’ Club

Wyong Writers

Secondhand shopping, upcycling, minimalism, creativity, community lounge area, free Wifi.

5/22-32 Pacific Hwy Mon-Sat - 9am-4pm

Learn to speak with clarity, brevity, context, impact and value.

Monthly on the 4th Sat 1.30pm Woodbury Community Centre 1 Woolmers Cres, Mardi.

4333 7489

meilingvenning@hotmail.com www.wyongwriters.org

Toukley District Art Society

0437 048 815

Country Women’s Association-Toukley

Mthly Market 2nd Sat 9am-1pm Painting, drawing groups and 175 Main Rd classes, demonstarations and Books, bric-a-brac, cakes, workshops. Open 7 days Devonshire tea, handicrafts, 10am - 4pm, Cafe. plants, preserves, sausage sizzle, Tues - drawing 10am - 1pm, fun, fellowship, fundraising Wed-painting 9:30am - 12:30pm Meet 1st Wed 0am 4392 4666 Hall available for hire. toukleyartgallery@gmail.com www.toukleyartgallery.com.au

4976 1642

COMMUNITY GROUPS

Gambling Solutions

Counsellors provide free confidential professional service to gamblers, family and friends For men to repair items, share and Woy Woy, Kincumber, learn skills and socialise Gosford and The Entrance 9am to 1.30pm Tue to Thur 4344 7992 1 Bay Village Rd, Bateau Bay

Bateau Bay Mens’ Shed

0435 807 633

Freemasons

bateaubayshed@gmail.com

Annual event 4th Thurs May. Regular event 4th Thurs 10am Ladies are invited Morisset Masonic Centre Westlake Daylight Masonic Lodge 5 Yambo St Morisset

Bateau Bay Neighbourhood Centre Information, child & adult groups & services, youth worker, free counselling, energy account & food assistance, Op Shop, computer lessons, PCs, laundry facilities, lawnmower, community events.

4332 7450

admin@bbnc.org.au https://bbnc.org.au/

Berkeley Vale Neighbourhood Centre

Jack Harris 4392 1231

Freemasons Lodge Toukley 933 1st Wed - Toukley Memorial Hall, Pearce St, Toukley

John Jenkins 4392 1631

Friendly Travellers Caravan Club

Information & referral, talks & Caravans, tents, mobile homes, all information sessions, energy welcome. account assistance, counselling, Social outings & trips away food help, access to PCs, internet 0458 645 979 & printing, toy library, community www.friendlytravellers.com garden, cards, indoor bowls, Mahjong, walking for pleasure, school Lake Munmorah holiday activities & workshops.

4388 5801

manager@bvnc.org.au www.bvnc.org.au

Brisbane Water Caravan Club Caravaners wanted to join and have fun Gosford Contact Joe 4344 4363 https://bwcaravanclub.wixsite.com/bwcc

Central Coast Caravanners Inc 3rd Sun - Jan to Nov Trips away, social outings, friendship with like minded folk Call Geoff 0447 882 150

Central Coast Community Legal Centre Not for profit service providing free legal advice.

Mon - Fri 9am to 5pm

4353 4988

contact@centralcoastclc.org.au

Central Coast 50+ Singles Social Group Fun & friendship, Mthly progam of dinner, dancing, scrabble, cards, tenpin etc.

0437 699 366 0407 003 214

50s Plus Leisure and Learning Club Computer classes, dancing, exercise, pilates, yoga, craft, carpet bowls and Tai Chi.

4358 8390

Long Jetty Senior Citizens’ Club Computer classes, line dancing, tai chi and zumba gold Mon - Fri, 9am to 3pm

4332 5522

Long Jetty Over 50s Club Indoor bowls, computers, exercise, yoga, line-dancing, tai chi and more - 9am to 3pm

4332 5522

The Lunch Bunch Social lunches for seniors 12 noon, 1st and 3rd Sun Friendly group Call or SMS 0418 772 569

The NSW Justices Association Seeking JP volunteers for community JP desks.

Free training and insurance

0418 493 388 benefits@nswja.org.au

0409 487 095

Toukley Neighbourhood Centre Lakes food care, energy account assistance, no interest loans, free counselling. Childrens’, youth & adult activities. Laundry & hot showers.

Hall & meeting space for hire.

4396 1555 www.tnc.org.au

Toukley Presbyterian Church

Hargraves St & Victoria Ave Family service (Sunday school 9.30am), cafe church 5pm, community activities

4392 9904 toukleypc.org.au

Venue for Hire Central Coast Wetlands, Tuggerah - several buildings for hire, suitable for weddings, seminars, markets & fund raisers.

0408 271 957

pioneerdairy@bigpond.com

Volunteering Central Coast Refer potential volunteers to community organisations and provide support to them.

Training for volunteers and managers of volunteers.

Information sessions

4329 7122

recruit@volcc.org.au

Wyong Neighbourhood Centre Supporting disadvantaged, vulnerable and isolated people offering community services, events, projects, workshops, arts programs.

Open community garden.

4353 1750

Wyong Toastmasters’ Club Improve your public speaking, leadership skills & confidence.

1st, 3rd & 5th Fri 10:30am to 12:30pm Wyong RSL Club

0421 216 952

wyongtoastmasters@gmail.com

Wyong Uniting Church Weekly Sunday service 9am Bible Study group 62 Watanobbi Rd, Wyong 4352 1528 wyonguca@gmail.com www.wyong.uca.org.au

National Seniors Wyong Branch We meet 4th Tuesday of each month at Canton Beach Sports Club at 2:15pm.

Make new friends, enjoy outings, lunches and barbecues.

Contact David 4303 6220

thelakes.net.au

GARDEN CLUBS Central Coast Permaculture Friendly like minded people.

Info night, Tuggerah Community Hall, 3rd Tues. 7pm Bob on 0412 133 808

HEALTH GROUPS

The Lakes Church

4353 0977

warnervale.labor@gmail.com

PROBUS CLUBS Tuggerah Combined Probus Club

Better Hearing Australia

Meet new friends and enjoy social events.

Hearing loss management 2nd Thur., 10:30am, guest Support and educational groups providing practical experience and speakers. Social outings 3rd Thur.

Woodbury Park Community Hall, confidence.

Mardi 4321 0275

4351 0450

Central Coast Prostate Cancer Support Group (Wyong) Last Fri, Terrigal Uniting Church 380 Terrigal Dr, Terrigal 9.30am to 12 noon

Wyong Probus Club Wyong Golf Club, 4th Mon, Morning Tea, Guest Speakers, regular monthly outings

4352 3692

4367 9600

probuswyong55090@gmail.com

www.pcfa.org.au

The Entrance Probus Club

Al - Anon Family Groups Health

We offer hope and friendship for people affected by someone else’s drinking.

Al-anon family groups meet weekly, please contact

1300 252 666 al-anon.org.au

HISTORY GROUPS Museum & Historical Society, Wyong District Groups/schools welcome Morning tea/lunch for group bookings, wheelchair friendly, Alison Homestead 1 Cape Rd, Wyong Sun-Thur 10am-2pm

4352 1886

www.alisonhomestead.com.au

MUSIC Coastal a Cappella Women’s a cappella chorus Music eduction provided Tue 7pm Gosford TAFE Performance opportunities Hire us for your next event.

0412 948 450

coastalacappella@gmail.com

POLITICAL GROUPS Labor Party Ourimbah/ Narara Branch Discussion/action community issues - 3 levels of Government Niagara Park Primary School 7.30pm 1st Mon

0410 309 494

kyle.macgregor@hotmail.com

Central Coast Greens Local, state wide, national & international issues & campaigns Council and parliamentary representation - 3rd Thur centralcoast.nsw.greens.org.au centralcoastgreens@gmail.com

NSACCwyong@hotmail.com

All Welcome! Sundays - 8:30am, 10:30am & 5pm, (9am & 5pm Dec/Jan) Kids church, youth group, cafe, wheelchair friendly, 6 Pioneer Ave, Tuggerah

Support and promote NSW Labor Renowned for nature photography within the Warnervale area.

Grow your photographic 3rd Tue, 7pm, Hamlyn skills in all genres.

Terrace Community Centre Monthly Competition.

2nd Fri 7pm CWA Hall Long Jetty 0419 128 497

Liberal Party Ourimbah Branch How good is this?

2nd Thurs

0468 476 237 Labor Party Warnervale Branch

Ladies and gentlemen welcome.

Guest speakers, morning tea and many activities.

9.30am 4th Tues Bateau Bay Bowling Club

0478 228 914

SERVICE GROUPS Inner Wheel Club Wyong Join a team of dedicated women, sharing fun and friendship and a passion for community service 6.30pm 3rd Wed Wyong Golf Club 4393 2755 iiw.au.wyong@gmail.com

The Lions Club of The Entrance Serve your community make friends, join Lions.

1st and 3rd Wed, North Entrance Surf Club.

The Entrance Markets Sun Mornings, behind The Entrance Cinema.

0488 286 006

theentrancelions@gmail.com

The Lions Club of Gwandalan Join the Lions, make friends and help your local community Sat Garage Sales and BBQ 7 to 11.30am

4972 5562

secgwandalanlions@gmail.com

The Lions Club of Wyong 50 years supporting local activities - Meet new friends 4th Tues 6:30pm Don Small / Lions Retirement Village Colin 0413 014 266 www.wyong.nsw.lions.org.au

SPECIAL INTEREST Biz Plus Networking Association Grow your business & build worthwhile relationships.

Networking breakfasts every Thur 7:15- 9am Erina Leagues Club Geoff Neilson network@bizplus.com.au

The Entrance Camera Club

theentrance.myphotoclub.com.au

Central Coast Tenants’ Advice and Advocacy Service Free telephone advice and advocacy for all tenants & residents in residential parks

4353 5515

cctaas@hotmail.com

Central Coast Soaring Club

Gliding Club, Learn to fly, Instruction FREE to members.

14 Y/O and up for Training Thur, Sat, Sun (weather permitting) Bloodtree Rd Mangrove Mountain

0412 164 082 0414 635 047 www.ccsoaring.com.au

Tuggerah Lakes U3A The Entrance - cryptic crosswords, play reading Bateau Bay - Memoirs, Reading Group - Killarney Vale - Talks, Mah Jong - Toukley - Creative Writing Berkley Vale - Music appreciation - Chittaway Bay - Movies

4390 2451

www.tugglakesu3a.info

LEARN TO DANCE Social ballroom dancing for all ages, all you need is a desire to learn and dance, no partner required. meet every Tues - St Luke’s Anglican Church, 7pm & 15 Lorraine Ave Berkeley Vale, 2:30pm Anne - 0409 938 345 anneglazier@y7mail.com

SPORT KI-DO Mingara Judo Academy Junior boys and girls Mon and Wed Two classes 6-8.30pm from 7yrs, Kangy Angy

0413 237 010

www.kidomingarajudo.com.au

Wyong Lakes Australian Rules Football Club Play AFL - Teams for Boys, Girls, Women & Men. No Experience Necessary

0404 257 702

play@wyonglakesafc.com.au

Doyalson Wyee Soccer Club Football club for the local community, encouraging juniors from under 5 to senior team.

Karen 0410 045 981 president@doylowolves.com.au

VENUE HIRE Central Coast Wetlands – Pioneer Dairy Central Coast Wetlands is located in Tuggerah. We have several buildings for hire.

They would be suitable for weddings, seminars, markets & fund raisers.

0408 271 957

pioneerdairy@bigpond.com

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Flavours by the Sea cancelled C

entral Coast Council has cancelled its Flavours by the Sea celebration as COVID-19 precautions come into effect around the Coast.

A spokesperson for Council said the decision to cancel the event, which celebrates Harmony Day and the region’s cultural diversity, was made based on current recommendations from State and Federal

Governments.

The event was meant to take place on March 21.

“Council will actively be implementing all Federal and State Government requirements during the Coronavirus pandemic and will assist NSW Health in sharing critical information to the Central Coast community.

“This decision was not made lightly, however Council’s core priority is the health and wellbeing of the Central Coast community.

“Council understands that this necessary decision will be disappointing to many people and apologises for any inconvenience caused by the cancellation.

“Council will be reviewing other upcoming Council events and provide regular updates as further information becomes available,” the spokesperson said.

Source: Press release, Mar 16 Central Coast Council

Mehan calls for intervention to ensure empty shopfronts are activated

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wo significant meetings about The Entrance were postponed on Monday, March 16,

by Central Coast Mayor, Lisa Matthews, because of the current Coronavirus health precautions.

Spotlight on The Entrance was a public event being hosted by the Mayor and The Entrance MP, David Mehan.

It was to be a networking opportunity for local businesses and leaders to revitalise The Entrance, including presentations by council staff on economic development strategies, tourism and The Entrance waterfront upgrade, estuary management and dredging update at The Entrance Channel.

A separate meeting between high-level government officials to specifically discuss The Entrance Channel was also called off.

The Entrance MP, David Mehan, said it was prudent under the current circumstances to postpone the public meeting, but he was disappointed to not hold the government meeting.

He said that it was a resolution of council last year to hold a meeting

with experts from relevant state government departments, Parliamentary Secretary for Central Coast, Adam Crouch, the Mayor, the CEO, councillors and stakeholders.

“It was a small number of people, about 10 I understand, in comparison to the public meeting, so I was surprised that it was postponed and that they are hiding behind a health crisis to avoid scrutiny over the channel,” Mehan said.

He said he had been looking forward to discussing ideas with the community about the development of an economic plan for The Entrance Town Centre as a solution to its depressed business conditions.

“We have a stagnant national economy impacting the town, which has suffered some significant economic shocks, such as closure of The Entrance Motor Registry in 2016 by the NSW Liberal State Government (15 full time jobs) and the closure of 13 businesses due to the Ebbtide Mall fire in 2019,” he said.

“There are a disproportionate number of development sites vacant, or which contain derelict buildings.

“These are poorly maintained, attract rubbish and repel visitors.”

Mehan said other cities had faced these challenges by doing things differently.

“By thinking outside the box, they were able to breathe life into their communities and make a change for the better,” he said.

“The ‘Renew Newcastle’ model is an example of a successful intervention to ensure empty shopfronts are activated.

“A University of Newcastle assessment of the model found that it returned $14 for every $1 invested.

“An economic plan which aggressively targets The Entrance Town Centre’s weaknesses and adopted an interventionist approach to business activation on the lines of the ‘Renew Newcastle’ model is the best way to ensure economic security for the Town Centre and our community,” Mehan said.

Source: Media release, Mar 16 Mayor, Lisa Matthews Central Coast Council Media release, Mar 11 Interview, Mar 16 The Entrance MP, David Mehan Reporter: Sue Murray

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“The shape that the competition takes is to be confirmed and the Board will be in regular contact with stakeholders over the coming weeks to devise a fair and equitable competition for all.

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Mariners looking long term C

entral Coast Mariners’ Head Coach, Alen Stajcic, had words of reassurance for the faithful ahead of his one year anniversary at the beleaguered club.

“Everyone needs to know that we’re in for the fight, we’re in to be resilient, we’re not going to back down, we’re going to fight for every moment, every game, every minute,” Stajcic said.

“That competitiveness, the heart and spirit, the fans possibly thought that we lacked a little bit of that in Round 19, but I can assure everyone that we’re doing everything that we possibly can every week,” he said.

It is no secret that

the Mariners have been on hard times over the past few seasons, with the club a revolving door for players and head coaches in particular, with their only consistency seemingly being the A-League wooden spooners, a title they’ve held for the past four seasons and seem destined to hold onto this year if they don’t find a way to close the five point gap between them and 11th placed Newcastle Jets.

With six games left in the season at the time of writing, it’s certainly doable if the Mariners find their form, but they are on a nine game losing streak.

Faith in the club’s decision makers has been hard to come by since the slow, ugly and very public demise of

former Head Coach, Mike Mulvey, which saw players turn on coach and vice versa in a PR mess the club was hoping Stajcic’s breath of fresh air appointment would sweep under the rug of fans’ consciousness.

For the most part he succeeded.

At the start of the season, things seemed hopeful.

The club had a mix of old favourites, international talent and young up and comers in its stable, and even the world’s fastest man wanted to be in on the action.

There were admissions that things hadn’t been working and a new future proofing approach was talked up.

The Mariners even secured their first win of the season early on in

Round 4, but wins have been few and far between since then, with some fans questioning if it was just more of the same at the club.

Stajcic said that while the immediate goal of short term success is important to him and his coaching staff, their long term approach is focused on ensuring the ongoing endurance and resilience of the club.

“We’ve made a deliberate strategy to really turn this club around and future proof it.

“I don’t think it’s been done for seven or eight years at this club, where there is a good generation of young kids that come through and get the opportunity to be in the first team, train with the first team, and even get some first team

experience,” Stajcic said.

“That was probably the success of this club in the early days.

“So many young kids had the opportunity to come up here and ended up being great Mariners’ players, Socceroos and playing overseas.

“We’re future proofing the team to give us a good grounding and a good foundation to build on in the future, so we don’t always have to rely on the vicious cycle that’s happened here over the past few seasons, where we just regurgitate and recycle players,” he said.

“Rather, we’ve got our own to build on, and a foundation that we have as a steady supply into the first team to give us good success and sustainability and consistency moving forward,” he added.

As that strategy for the future takes shape, results in the present remain central to the fanbase and to the club as a whole.

Acknowledging frustrations felt by fans over recent weeks, Stajcic said he is dedicated to keeping the loyalty of the Mariners’ fanbase.

“I’ve been here for one year, Mariners fans have been here for 15, so they don’t want to hear that it’s going to be better in two years or three years time.

“They want success, and they want to have a team that they’re proud of and it’s our job to ensure that they can be proud of their team.” he said.

Source: Press release, Mar 7 David Jordan, Central Coast Mariners Reporter: Dilon Luke

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Northern Power Orange Women’s Cricket Club are overall Premiers N

orthern Power Orange Cricket Club have taken out Central Coast Cricket Association’s (CCCA) Women’s T20 Competition Premiership after a blockbuster season.

Having already secured the Minor Premiership earlier in the season, the Power Orange finished the season as overall Premiers after rain called off play in the Women’s T20 Competition final against Southern Spirit.

Cricket NSW’s Cricket Manager for the Central

Coast, David Winiata, said constant rainfall on March 14 saw the CCCA call time on the final and reschedule it for the following day, but Southern Spirit decided to concede the game, resulting in the Power Orange’s double premiership.

Winiata said it had been a tremendous year for the Power Orange, who only lost the one game throughout the season.

It’s also their first Women’s Premiership.

Source: Press release, Mar 17 David Winiata, Central Coast Cricket Association

Northern Power Orange with their 2020 silverware

Netball won’t be played on the Coast until May N

etball is officially the first winter sport on the Coast to make major changes to its season, with Netball NSW announcing it’s been pushed back by more than a month, as Coronavirus control measures come into effect.

Netball NSW confirmed on March 16 that the 2020 winter competition scheduled to commence from March 21 has been moved back to May 2.

“To assist with infection control and in the absence of a defined position on community sport from government, it is the strong recommendation of Netball NSW that all community netball competitions in NSW should be suspended until May 2,” Netball NSW CEO, Carolyn Campbell, said.

“This, in our view, includes all activity: playing, training, grading, umpire training etc. at all levels up to and including Metro League/Regional League.

“While this is obviously an unfortunate disruption to the netball season,

Netball NSW believes that a blanket guidance such as this leaves all Associations, clubs, players, coaches, officials and administrators in NSW in the same position, while we watch developments around COVID-19,” Campbell said.

With the suspension coming into immediate effect, players from across Wyong, Gosford and the Woy Woy Peninsula Netball Associations have all had their season pulled out from under them just a few days before it was set to start.

Wyong Association President, Chris Miles, said all Association clubs had been notified and that the Association would be awaiting further advice from the State Government and Netball NSW. “Due to circumstances beyond our control, Wyong District Netball Association wish to advise that our competition at Baker Park is postponed until further notice.

“We will take advice from our governing body and the government’s position on sporting events.

“All clubs have been advised and we will stay in close contact with their representatives,” Miles said.

Campbell said Netball NSW would continue to monitor the situation and planned to provide a formal update about

the status of this year’s season on April 15.

“It is important to note that the season is not being cancelled.

“At this time, this recommended action is seen as a socially responsible position for the netball community in NSW to take.

“Netball NSW will continue to monitor the situation on a daily basis, with the formal update to include the latest information on competition start dates plus advice on recommencing training and so on.

“If the situation is to change significantly, an update will be provided earlier,” Campbell said.

Source: Media statement, Mar 16 Carolyn Campbell, Netball NSW Website, Mar 16 Chris Miles, Wyong District Netball Association Reporter: Dilon Luke

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Mariners’ young guns and women’s teams have a strong start to the season T he Mariners’ Youth teams got off to a strong start on the first weekend of the season, with wins for both first grade teams and encouraging results in age grade.

Women’s Mariners dominated round 1

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In the NPL2 Men’s First Grade, Louis Khoury proved instrumental in the Mariners’ match against the NWS Spirit.

Khoury scored twice, including a 94th minute equalizer, to help the Mariners tie 2-all and get a share of the first round points.

Draws abounded in the NPL, with the Mariners’

Under 18s and 20s drawing 1-all with the NSW Spirt and the Under 14s and 15s also drawing with Sydney Olympic.

The Under 16’s were the only men’s team to secure the win, beating Sydney Olympic 2-1, with the Under 13s unlucky to be beaten by Sydney Olympic 2-3.

In the NPLS2, Women’s Mariners dominated in the First Grade, beating the SD Raiders 6-1.

Braces to Danielle Wise and Iona Snape were complemented by a strike from Mikala Tucker and an own goal by the Raiders, in amongst a strong team performance.

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“It’s a great way to start the season, and a strong outing from all the girls across the board,” said Coach, Dan Barrett.

“We came out of the blocks well and executed our game plan, and we got the result with three goals in each half,” he added.

The Under 15s and 17s and Reserves sides also put the boot into the SD Raiders, winning 5-nil, 4-2, 1-nil respectively.

The Under 14s weren’t as fortunate, going down to the SD Raiders 1-nil.

Source: Website, Mar 10 David Jordan, Central Coast Mariners

Rugby Union’s Women’s 7’s Country Championships held

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entral Coast Rugby Union’s Women’s (CCRU) 7’s has placed third in the NSW Country Championships.

Held at Woy Woy over the weekend of March 14 to 15, the championships saw teams from seven different zones make the trip to the Coast to compete.

CCRU Publicity Officer, Larry Thomson, said the locals gave the visitors a run for their money.

“The draw on Saturday saw a replay of the 2019 final as the girls’ first game. which was a tough way to start the tournament, but the girls

played so well, going down 19-17.

“Immediately, the development of the players since 2019 was obvious to all, and supporters and the team knew they had a great chance of winning this tournament.

“Two wins in the remaining games on Saturday had the girls well placed to make the final, but a shock loss to Central North on Sunday knocked out their chance of a final berth,” Thomson said.

“The girls had to settle for third, but are confident that this experience will prove beneficial for the 15-a-side NSW Country

Championships later this year,” he added.

The Coast’s player of the championships was Elise Conolly, who’s strong runs all weekend and multiple tries saw her named in the NSW Country Dream Team.

Connolly was well supported by Taylah Welsh, Prue Bright and Holly Johnstone.

“The team was led extremely well by Renee Staben, and coaches, Michael Burgess and Luke Mack, while disappointed not to make the final, were very proud of the level of improvement from the girls.

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had worked hard leading up to this tournament and the standard was much better than 2019 with all games being tightly contested,” Thomson said.

“The Coast did have some representation in the Final, with local referee, Kate Thomson, appointed to referee the Final, which Newcastle Hunter won 12-0 over Central North.

“It was a good weekend of rugby and the local girls can be proud of their achievements,” Thomson said.

Source: Media release, Feb 29 Larry Thomson, Central Coast Rugby Union

Elise Connolly in action for CCRU Women’s 7’s

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Loz to lose her locks for a good cause O

ne of the Coast’s biggest netball exports will shave her head in a bid to raise funds for children’s cancer research.

Wyong District Netball Association elite squad player turned NSW Swifts defender, Lauren Moore, will take the brave step of losing her locks as she attempts to raise $10,000 for The Kids’ Cancer Project.

The NSW junior, who made her debut for the Swifts in 2016 and was part of the 2019 Premiership win, said she was inspired to undertake the fundraising initiative after hearing about the great work carried out by the charity, whose aim is to one day end kids’ cancer.

Moore will shave her head at Netball Central in Sydney Olympic Park on April 24, to coincide with the team’s Junior Members’ Clinic and is well on her way to her $10,000 goal, having

raised $6,531 as of March 17.

The Kids’ Cancer Project is an independent national charity supporting childhood cancer research.

Since 1993, they have been able to contribute tens of millions of dollars to scientific studies to help children with many types of cancer.

They are a long term partner of the NSW Swifts, with the club taking part in the charity’s annual Crazy Hair and Sock campaign for many years.

Moore said shaving her head was an easy thing to do when she saw the hardship endured by children and families battling the disease.

“This isn’t something that’s very common, to see a female shaving her head, but I’ve always said I’d like people to judge me on what’s inside, not outside,” she said.

“I have met people from The Kids Cancer Project on numerous occasions

down the years and I have always been blown away by what they are trying to do.

“As ever, funds are never easy to come across, so I’m delighted to have the opportunity to do something that I hope will make a difference.

“I would love for all of the Swifts’ family and wider NSW and Australian netball community to get behind this and donate what they can.

“It would also be fantastic to see even more of our Associations take part in this year’s Crazy Hair and Sock campaign, and build on the amazing work that’s been done so far,” Moore said.

The Kids’ Cancer Project CEO and former Wallabies’ star, Owen Finegan, said it was wonderful to see a role model like Moore and the greater netball community backing the charity.

“I’m constantly amazed at members of the community and what

they do to support The Kids’ Cancer Project and childhood cancer research,” he said.

“Lauren is an inspiration on and off the court and we hope you can support her to raise vital funds for childhood cancer research.

“Like our founder, Col Reynolds, one man who decided to make a difference to help improve the lives of children diagnosed with cancer, Lauren is testament to the fact that anyone can have a positive impact and we thank her for her commitment.

“I urge you all to support Lauren to achieve her fundraising target as she loses her locks for a great cause,” Finegan said.

Anybody wishing to donate to Moore’s Lose Your Locks, Loz! campaign can do so by visiting the Everyday Hero website.

Source: Press release, Mar 9 Netball NSW Reporter: Dilon Luke

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entral Coast Mariners fans will have to settle for watching the final few rounds of the Hyundai A-League 2019/20 season from home, with football the latest victim of the Coronavirus.

Football Federation Australia (FFA) confirmed on March 16 that the remainder of the season and the Westfield W-League grand final scheduled for this coming weekend will go ahead, but with all matches to be played behind closed

doors and with no fans permitted to attend.

This policy will apply for the remaining six rounds of the season and will be reviewed for the finals series.

The FFA also confirmed that grassroots football, including all levels of the National Premier Leagues and FFA Cup Preliminary Rounds, may continue to be played at this time, in line with government advice, but with additional measures implemented to further reduce the risk of COVID-19 infection or transmission through the football community,

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including recommended hygiene measures and appropriate social distancing at football matches.

FFA Chief Executive Officer, James Johnson, said that the decisions taken were designed to protect the 1.96 million members of Australia’s football community, as well as ensure that football’s vast community would be a positive force in helping Australians remain healthy and combat the spread of the virus.

“The scale of football means that we have a key

role to play in maintaining the health and wellbeing of Australians, as well as, their families and the wider community.

“We are doing so by allowing people to play, in line with the current government position but with additional guidance to further improve social distancing at football fields around the country.

“We have been working closely with our stakeholders, government health officials and our own chief medical officer to develop our policies for the whole of the game

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following the COVID-19 outbreak.

“The situation is subject to constant change, and further measures may be necessary in the future,” he said.

Johnson added: “The decision to play the remainder of the Hyundai A-League season and the Westfield W-League grand final behind closed doors was made in consultation with the clubs and in accordance with the latest Federal Government advice.

“The health and safety of all members of the football

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Source: Media release, Mar 16 Ricardo Piccioni, FFA Media

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community, including players, coaches, referees, volunteers, administrators and fans continues to be of paramount importance.

“We will continue to work with the Government and seek advice as the situation changes.”

The FFA will provide regular updates to the football community regarding COVID-19’s impact on the game as the situation continues to develop.

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All football VAR decision robs Mariners of a point activity suspended espite a strong

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ootball has become the Coast’s second winter sport to announce big changes to its format this season following the Coronavirus outbreak.

On March 17, Central Coast Football CEO, Darren Sprod, confirmed the 2020 season being pushed back until April 14, with that postponement to include an immediate suspension on all football activities.

“Central Coast Football (CCF) take the health and safety of football participants, including players, coaches, officials, staff and volunteers across all levels of the game very seriously,” Sprod said.

“As you are no doubt aware, COVID-19 is a quickly evolving global situation.

“After discussion with our clubs, Football NSW and our Board, CCF has made the decision to suspend all football activity until April 14, including

games, training, meetings, courses and other football related events.

“We currently have a plan to start the season with some grades on April 26 and the remainder on the first weekend of May. “Should this change, we will notify stakeholders,” Sprod said.

Sprod also announced that Pluim Park would henceforth be closed to the public until April 14.

“CCF will use this shutdown period to gather further information to assist our stakeholders in addressing issues related to participating in grassroots sport and minimizing risks when football recommences.

“CCF will continue to monitor the situation and will provide updates to the football community as they come to hand,” Sprod said.

Source: Press release, Mar 17 David Sprod, Central Coast Football

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performance at Suncorp Stadium on Friday night (March 13), the Central Coast Mariners have made it nine losses in a row after they fell to the Brisbane Roar 1-nil.

The Mariners started strongly, disrupting Brisbane’s play and looking to get out on the break.

Milan Duric charged through the midfield and poked a ball through to Chris Harold, who had his shot saved by Jamie Young, before Duric drove forward once more shortly afterwards and drew a save from Young himself with a stinging drive.

Ruon Tongyik shook up Brad Inman with a strong challenge as the Mariners established themselves in midfield, and shortly after, had the best chance of the first half hour as they broke from the back.

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The Roar celebrate as Ziggy Gordon contemplates the Mariners’ latest loss forward, flanked by the decision and the goal replaced Duric as time Jordan Murray and Lewis stood. wound down, and Silvera Miller, before shooting Mirza Muratovic fired was causing problems with the outside of his wide ten minutes in, and up front, as first Aiden boot, and the rebound 20 minutes in, Alen Stajcic O’Neill and then Aldred from Young’s save was made his first changes both went in the book scooped over, under as Jair and Sam Silvera for increasingly late pressure, by Murray. came on for Murray and challenges on the young Mark Birighitti was Harold, but it was Ziggy forward. called into action twice in Gordon who made an Silvera almost created quick succession to keep impact next up, as a great a goal as he rode one out the hosts, and just sliding challenge halted a tackle before driving into as it looked as though Brisbane counter. the area and crossing, scores would be level The two substitutes only for the hosts to block at the break, the Roar both conspired to cause for a corner and clear the struck. problems and Jair won set piece as they held out Scott McDonald a free kick that Duric to the end. tapped in Inman’s cross swung in invitingly, but Source: and while the linesman Tom Aldred was able to Press release, Mar 17 David Jordan, Central raised his flag, VAR head clear.

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