Friday, 13 February 2015
Council’s Green Living Workshops will help you live cleaner and ‘greener’
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Book Now for New Upcoming Green Living Workshops Learn how to reduce your ecological footprint and expand your knowledge on the environment around you at one of our free Green Living Workshops. The workshops are held monthly in various locations throughout Gosford City. On Saturday 21 February, there’s a Composting and Worm Farming workshop being held at Wyoming Community Centre, 147 Maidens Brush Road, Wyoming from 9am to 11.30am. On the same day, you can also find out about Keeping Backyard Chickens from 12.30pm to 3.30pm at the Community Centre. The following week, on Friday 27 February, you can learn to Love Your Leftovers at a Sustainable Eating workshop from 10am to 12.30pm, at the Wyoming Community Centre. Numbers are limited and booking are essential. To secure your place in a workshop, please visit council’s website: gosford.nsw.gov.au
Council runs a number of free workshops on a variety of topics that will help you to live cleaner and ‘greener’. Topics include compost and worm farming, keeping backyard chickens, energy efficiency, smart pools and green cleaning. If you can’t make it to one of our fantastic Green Living Workshops, you can still ‘live green’ in your everyday life. Green living includes minimising your electricity consumption and waste production, composting and worm farming, shopping resourcefully, maximising household recycling and being emissions wise. To view a copy of our Sustainable Gosford Guide, or learn more about our local Community Gardens, please visit gosford.nsw.gov.au
Changed Traffic Conditions
Bestselling Australian author Loretta Hill will be visiting Woy Woy Library next Wednesday 18 February to speak about her new book, ‘The Maxwell Sisters’, from 12pm to 2pm.
Gosford City Council will shortly commence the next stage of construction for a new intersection at George Downes Drive and Wisemans Ferry Road, Mangrove Mountain.
‘The Maxwell Sisters’ is a heart-warming romantic comedy about three extraordinary women on a journey to find love and rediscover family.
To allow for these works to take place, Wisemans Ferry Road (between Blood Tree Road and George Downes Drive) will be closed from Monday 16 February 2015 for approximately six to eight weeks, depending on any unforeseen delays.
Get Your Entries in Now for Photo Comp It’s time for the Central Coast’s seniors to get snapping, as entries for this year’s Seniors Week Photography Competition are now open. Entry is free and photographs need to be delivered to one of council’s library branches with a completed entry form by Monday 9 March 2015. Entry forms are available at council’s library branches and senior centres.
Learn to welcome customers with a disability to your business with this local training session.
WHAT’S COMING UP? THIS AFTERNOON: Our mighty Central Coast Mariners take on Brisbane Roar at Central Coast Stadium from 7.30pm. THIS SATURDAY: Second Hand Saturday is on throughout the Gosford LGA! Visit gosford.nsw. gov.au to find garage sales near you. THIS SUNDAY: Leonard Matkevich’s exhibition, ‘the other shore’, launches in the Foyer Gallery at Gosford Regional Gallery.
Bestselling Author to Visit Woy Woy
Light refreshments will be provided at this free event. Bookings are essential - please book online at eventbrite.com.au and search ‘Gosford City Library’, or call 4304 7555.
Introducing Roslyn English, winner of the Arts, Culture and Entertainment Community Award.
A full traffic detour will be in place, with traffic diverted along Blood Tree Road and George Downes Drive. Directional signage will be in place to assist motorists during the road works.
Council’s Lifeguards Win Again! Just a week after beating Wyong Shire Council, Gosford City Council’s lifeguards have done one better and taken out the NSW Lifeguard Challenge at Bondi Beach. We are lucky to have such high performing professional lifeguards in Gosford City. Our hearty congratulations go to these top local performers!
@kathrynjewkes and her kids love to pick up a page-turner at #KincumberLibrary #gosfordconnect
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Earlier this week, we held the first Ordinary Council Meeting for 2015 - these meetings are held on a Tuesday, in the second and fourth week of each month. Like all councils in New South Wales, Gosford City Council is an independent, locally elected corporate body, and we encourage our residents to get involved with the decision-making processes of council. To learn more about our council meetings, or to find out how you can participate, please visit council’s website – gosford.nsw.gov.au
Suburb
DA No.
Proposed Development
Bensville / Empire Bay / Kincumber South
67/2014
Cockle Bay Towns Sewerage Project to Deliver an Improved Sewer Service to the Townships at Empire Bay, Bensville and Kincumber South - Applicant - Gosford City Council.
Suburb
DA No.
Proposed Development
Woy Woy
47051/2015
Secondary Dwelling No 54 Dunalban Ave, Applicant - Coastal Granny Flats.
Suburb
DA No.
Proposed Development
Gosford
47049/2015
Shop Top Housing and Demolition of Existing Building No 91A Donnison St, Applicant - 91A Donnison Street Pty Ltd.
Gosford
47056/2015
Tavern and Shop Top Housing (75 Units) and Demolition of Existing No 155, 157-161 Mann St, Applicant - R J Bourne.
Point Frederick
47050/2015
Residential Flat Building & Demolition of Existing No 49 Masons Pde, Applicant - Silver Stallion Pty Ltd.
Point Frederick
47055/2015
Mixed Use Development (containing ground floor Restaurant and Residential Flat Units above) and demolition of existing structures No 63, 65 Masons Pde, Applicant - M C Dibben.
Suburb
DA No.
Proposed Development
West Gosford
47047/2015
Vehicle Sales Premises, Ancillary Workshop & Signage No 1 Racecourse Rd, Applicant - Williams River Steel Pty Ltd. The application has been made for the development consent under the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979. Approval is also sought from Roads and Maritime Services.
Suburb
DA No.
Proposed Development
Kariong
47065/2015
Two (2) Lot Rural Subdivision No 1 Dandaloo St, Applicant - Hale Storm Pty Ltd. The application has been made for the development consent under the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979. Approval is also sought from NSW Rural Fire Services.
Kincumber
47054/2015
Two Lot Torrens Title Subdivision of Existing Dual Occupancy No 35 Empire Bay Dr, Applicant - J B Sale. The application has been made for the development consent under the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979. Approval is also sought from NSW Rural Fire Services.
Suburb
DA No.
Consent Date
Description
Blackwall
46955/2015
29.1.2015
Deck and Swim Spa Addition No 469 Orange Grove Rd
Copacabana
46737/2014
5.2.2015
Alterations and Additions to Existing Dwelling No 252 Del Monte Pl
Davistown
46898/2014
2.2.2015
Alterations and Additions to an Existing Dwelling No 55 Paringa Ave
Erina Heights
46797/2014
4.2.2015
Swimming Pool, Deck and Shed No 33 Serpentine Rd
Green Point
47035/2015
2.2.2015
Swimming Pool In-ground No 38 Orana St
Killcare Heights
46911/2014
4.2.2015
Alterations and Additions and New Deck No 94 Manly View Rd
Killcare Heights
46936/2015
4.2.2015
Awning No 108 The Scenic Rd
Kincumber
46862/2014
14.1.2015
Carport No 2 Shirley Cl
MacMasters Beach
46690/2014
5.2.2015
Dual Occupancy Attached No 1/75 Doyle St
MacMasters Beach
46940/2015
30.1.2015
Swimming Pool In-ground No 24 Three Points Ave
Narara
46712/2014
5.2.2015
Deck No 30 Neeworra Ave
North Avoca
46888/2014
30.1.2015
Dwelling House (New) No 9B Tramway Rd
Saratoga
46959/2015
29.1.2015
Awning over Existing Deck No 11 Brooklyn Rd
Terrigal
46839/2014
3.2.2015
Secondary Dwelling No 154 Riviera Ave
Umina Beach
46404/2014
6.2.2015
Dwelling-house (New) No 117 Neera Rd
Umina Beach
46420/2014
4.2.2015
Section 96 amendment to the approved Alterations & Additions to Existing Ocean Beach Hotel - Correct Error in Condition 6.1 Ongoing Hours of Operation No 306 Trafalgar Ave & No 247, 259 West St
Umina Beach
46874/2014
28.1.2015
Swimming Pool In-ground No 33 Kallaroo Rd
Wamberal
46474/2014
5.2.2015
Two (2) Lot Strata Plan of Subdivision No 7/658 The Entrance Rd
Wamberal
46517/2014
30.1.2015
Dwelling Extensions to Ground and First Floor, New Front and Side Decks No 5 Coreen Dr
Wamberal
47019/2015
2.2.2015
Attached Gable Awning No 46 Brush Rd
West Gosford
46849/2014
2.2.2015
Establishment of Use Self Storage Warehouse Storage King and Fitout Unit 4 No 376 Manns Rd
Woy Woy
46707/2014
4.2.2015
Dwelling Addition - New Kitchen/Family Rooms/Deck and Minor Alterations No 17 Dunalban Ave
Woy Woy
46728/2014
6.2.2015
Secondary Dwelling No 25 Rothwell St
Suburb
Ref No.
Date
Description
Gosford
46999/2015
5.2.2015
Tenancy Fitout - Nail Shop No 171 Mann St
Kariong
46954/2015
3.2.2015
Extension of Rear of House No 67 Gilford St
Narara
46967/2015
5.2.2015
Secondary Dwelling No 29 Koninderie Pde
Pearl Beach
46969/2015
4.2.2015
Residential Demolition No 15 Diamond Rd
Umina Beach
46876/2014
5.2.2015
Secondary Dwelling and Deck No 58 Nelson St
Woy Woy
46994/2015
6.2.2015
Shop 8 Newsagency Fitout No 48-64 Blackwall Rd
The aim of the Planning Proposal is to permit the additional uses of “bulky goods premises” and “office premises” (with a total floor area of 5,500 sqm) on Lot 1 DP 862725, Pacific Highway, Lisarow, which is zoned IN1 General Industrial.
Public Notice City Of Gosford Gosford Regional Playground Strategy Committee Community representatives are invited to apply to join a Council Committee engaged in planning for the development of creative and inclusive playgrounds across the Gosford Local Government Area (LGA).
Any person may make submissions in writing to the Council with respect to the provisions of the Planning Proposal up until 5:00pm 27 February 2015. Submissions with respect to the Planning Proposal may be lodged with Council, either:
Gosford City Council is committed to improving and investing in playgrounds to meet the needs and interests of local communities; creating places where parents, children and families can gather, develop and enjoy the local area.
By email to: goscity@gosford.nsw.gov.au; or
The Committee includes two Councillors, Council staff and up to six community member representatives of relevant interest groups.
All submissions will be publicly available and may be read and copied.
The function of this group is to work in partnership with the broader community and identify opportunities for improved playground facilities across the Gosford LGA, with a particular focus on providing accessible and creative playgrounds.
Any person making a submission objecting or supporting the planning proposal must disclose political donations or gifts made to any Councillor or council staff member.
By post to: Gosford City Council PO Box 21 GOSFORD NSW 2250
To ensure your submission is duly considered please include your name and contact details.
Further details can be obtained by downloading the “Disclosure of Political Donations and Gifts” form available on Council’s website - www.gosford.nsw.gov.au
It is expected that this group will meet monthly, typically during standard business hours, with the possibility of a full day field trip/training during the year. It is intended that membership reflects the diversity of Gosford’s community, with representation from the family sectors, education, youth, business, professional and sporting sectors, volunteer, cultural, and disabled community sectors. Successful candidates will be required to undertake Code of Conduct training. Community members interested in participating in the Gosford Regional Playground Strategy Committee are requested to forward their Expression of Interest to:
The Minister for Planning has chosen to delegate the making of the Local Environmental Plan to Council.
You already know that providing good customer service is the cornerstone of every successful business, but did you also know that 20% of your customer base has some form of disability?
Coordinator Passive Open Space Gosford City Council PO Box 21 GOSFORD NSW 2250 Or via email goscity@gosford.nsw.gov.au For further information, please contact Kim Radford on 4304 4322. The closing date for Expressions of Interest is Friday 6 March 2015. Paul Anderson Chief Executive Officer Gosford City Council
City Of Gosford Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979 Public Exhibition of Planning Proposal Notice is hereby given that a Planning Proposal seeking to permit “bulky goods premises” and “office Premises” on Lot 1 DP 862725, (No. 900) Pacific Highway, Lisarow has been placed on exhibition on the Ground Floor Counter of Council’s Administration Building, 49 Mann Street, Gosford. It may be examined during the hours of 8:30am and 5:00pm, Monday to Friday (public holidays excepted) from 13 February 2015 to 27 February 2015. The exhibition material may also be viewed on Council’s website www.gosford.nsw.gov. au during the exhibition period.
Roslyn English has devoted over 27 years to the Gosford Musical Society, and was presented won the Arts, Culture and Entertainment category at the recent Australia Day Community Awards. Roslyn has been awarded life membership for her efforts and is currently in her 10th year as President of the Gosford Musical Society (GMS). GMS presents five musicals per year. Roslyn has been responsible for the success of many of these musicals including training and playing in the orchestra. Roslyn has also ensured the future financial security of the Gosford Musical Society by expanding its membership, increasing audience attendance and successfully negotiating a new lease for the Laycock Street Community Theatre, as well as the society’s workshop and rehearsal buildings.
Paul Anderson Chief Executive Officer Gosford City Council
Learn How to Help Customers with Disability
Ms Kim Radford
Arts, Culture and Entertainment Winner - Roslyn English!
‘Welcoming Customers with Disability’ is a free two-hour training opportunity for business owners and customer service staff. This training will give you an understanding of what good customer service to people with a disability is, and why it’s so important. You’ll also hear from Jenny Watts-Sampson from the Australian Network on Disability. There are four Central Coast training sessions to choose from: • •
Wednesday 25 February from 3pm to 5pm and 6pm to 8pm at the Erina Centre MS3, Erina Fair. Thursday 26 February from 3pm to 5pm and 6pm to 8pm at Mingara, Tumbi Umbi.
Light refreshments will be provided, but bookings are essential. To register, please call 4325 8867.
Roslyn continues to give the Gosford Musical Society’s 480 members nurturing and support, and makes sure their many successes are celebrated.
Phil Moss, Head Coach of the Central Coast Mariners, presents Roslyn English with her award
She is also a representative on the Association of Community Theatre supported by the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA). Congratulations, Roslyn!
AT THE LAST COUNCIL MEETING
AT THE LAST COUNCIL MEETING
Council will invest almost $500,000 to renew water mains in key parts of seven suburbs Around one kilometre of water mains will be replaced across Kincumber, Wamberal, Avoca Beach and MacMasters Beach, while half a kilometre of water mains will be renewed throughout Narara, Point Frederick and Springfield. This work reduces the risk of water main breaks and helps protect drinking water quality.
Another major residential development worth over $9 million in Gosford’s city centre has been approved by Council. The go ahead has been given for the up to eight storey, $9.6 million building comprising 43 residential units on Donnison Street West. This residential development also took advantage of the development incentive that offers a bonus 30 per cent increase in floor space and building height to eligible applicants.
AT THE LAST COUNCIL MEETING
AT THE LAST COUNCIL MEETING
Council is set to spend over $14 million on priority water, sewerage and drainage projects at the Somersby Industrial Park. The industrial park was created in 1980 to promote development and employment opportunities on the Central Coast. Following significant development in the park over the last 20 years, vital infrastructure upgrades are needed for current and future development within it.
Following its abolishment by the Federal Government, a Carbon Tax refund is set to be provided to ratepayers and detailed on the rates notices in 2014/15. The annual rates for 2014/15 included a cost component for the Carbon Tax in the domestic waste charge. The revenue from this charge totalled $269,714 – apportioned across 66,713 properties, this equates to $4.04 per assessment.
Dog of the Week Skye is a very smart, responsive and obedient dog, which means she’s perfect for any training you may wish to do with her. She is very loving towards people, likes playing with toys and will do anything for a good belly rub. She would love a family who will exercise her regularly. Skye is just $350 to adopt which includes; vet check, desexing, microchipping, registration with council, vaccination, flea control, heartworm and worming treatment. The Gosford City Animal Shelter (Pateman Road, Erina) is managed by Gosford Dog Paws. gosforddogpaws.com Photo by Sam Ramsay Photography.
Weekly Water Update
Megalitres (ML) ‘000
9 February 2015
2 February 2015
130
Total Dam Storage
125
59.3% Combining Mangrove, Mardi and Mooney Mooney Dams as at 9 February 2015
120 115
Last month 57.8% Last year 57.1%
110 100 90
Total Dam Storage
Total Dam Storage
119,690ML
118,926ML
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