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Medicare Local closure slammed and defended rina’s Medicare Local is one of 61 across the country set to close.

Senator for NSW Deborah O’Neill said The Abbott Government’s decision was yet another blow to the people of the Central Coast. “Tony Abbott’s decision to close all 61 Medicare Locals around the country – despite promising before the election ‘We are not shutting any Medicare Locals’ – and replace them with 30 new health bureaucracies leaves the future of healthcare in the region under a cloud,” said Senator O’Neill. “The specific health requirements of people on the Coast will be lumped in with those in a new megaregion that will stretch from Gosford to the Queensland border and absorb three Medicare Locals: Central Coast; Hunter; and New England. “Our Medicare Local was just what the name suggested, a local, grassroots organisation geared to the specific healthcare needs of families here. “The impacts of these cuts and mergers will be felt at the community level, particularly by the most vulnerable, and will likely have longer term adverse population health outcomes. “Under this new megaregion, which is about the size of England, it will be one size fits all from Terrigal to the Tweed, and everyone will get a number and stand

in the queue,” Senator O’Neill said. Senator O’Neill said the boundaries for the new Primary Healthcare Networks were released by side-door, with no announcement by the Government and no explanation of the immediate future for local health services, as Medicare Locals are dismantled. “The Blue Mountains, smaller than the Coast, got its own Primary Health Network. “Where were the local Liberals when this carve up happened? “They just aren’t fighting for the Coast. “The uncertainty that comes with this sleight-ofhand approach to public health not only affects

patients who relied on Medicare Locals to direct them to the appropriate treatment in their area but also leaves the 75 Medicare Local staff employed at Erina fearing for their jobs. “It has been estimated that the cost to close Medicare Locals will be more than $200 million. “Thursday’s revelation will create chaos, delays and more costs,” Senator O’Neill said. The discovery of the Primary Health Network boundary plan comes after revelations that the Central Coast would be at the epicentre of a hospital emergency department crisis under the $7 GP Tax. A NSW Bureau of Health Information report revealed the emergency departments

(EDs) at Gosford and Wyong hospitals were stretched – with Gosford recording the worst emergency patient turnaround rate in the state – while a Senate Inquiry has been told hospitals could expect a further surge as patients avoid, or can’t pay, Tony Abbott’s $7 tax to see a GP. With the NSW Government’s own briefing paper, prepared in May, revealing the co-payment had the capacity to flood hospitals with an extra 500,000 ED attendances a year, blow-out ED waiting times and cost an extra $80 million annually, hospitals could be stretched to breaking point. “This is a public health disaster waiting to happen on the Central Coast and

it will be all Tony Abbott’s doing,” Senator O’Neill said. Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks said she was disappointed with a recent statement made by a Senator for NSW regarding Primary Health Networks. “As the local Federal MP for Robertson, I’ve been meeting regularly with doctors, health professionals and patients across the Central Coast,” said Ms Wicks. “So it was disappointing to read remarks from a Senator for New South Wales who made a statement, in a media release containing typos and inaccuracies that ignored the views of health experts themselves. “The facts are that Primary Health Networks, including on the Central Coast, will work with local health providers and stakeholders to ensure local services meet the needs of local people, including supporting individual general practices to encourage high quality services. “It’s about ensuring local communities have better access to improved frontline health services, which doctors across the Coast tell me is an important issue. “The Australian Government wants to make sure money is spent on improving these frontline services – not wasted on administration. “The Networks are expected to align with existing Local Hospital Network boundaries to

ensure effective working relationships, increase care for the communities they serve, and make the most of greater local GP involvement to ensure optimal patient care. “Clinical Councils and Community Advisory Committees will also ensure the needs of patients here on the Coast are put first. “Richard Nankervis, Central Coast NSW Medicare Local CEO, has already said that he is optimistic that there will be strong, collaborative partnerships that benefit the region as a whole because of this change,” said Ms Wicks. Mr Nankervis said in his response to the announcement that “responding to local health needs here on the Coast remains a top priority”. “We are also committed to working toward continuing the services we’ve worked so hard to develop for the Central Coast community,” he said. “We look forward to continuing the delivery of these services to the local population, and to developing new innovative programs as a partner in the new Primary Health Network.” Media release, 24 Oct 2014 Richard Mehrtens, office of Deborah O’Neill Media release, 27 Oct 2014 Tim Sowden, office of Lucy Wicks MP

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Ms Danielle Dickson said local beachgoers could be confident that Gosford had some of the cleanest ocean beaches in NSW. “The report graded nine of the 11 ocean beaches monitored in the Gosford region as good,” said Ms Dickson. “Overall, the water quality at most locations improved in 2013-2014 as a result of drier conditions, and it is expected that it will continue to improve as rainfall conditions return to average. “Swimming sites graded as poor or very poor have permanent advisory signs recommending that swimming should be avoided for up to three days after rain in estuarine or lagoon environments and up to one day after rain at beaches. “Beachwatch also issues daily pollution forecasts to enable swimmers to make informed decisions about where and when to swim. “Council continues to invest millions of dollars each year in protecting local water quality

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by improving the performance, reliability and capacity of its sewerage and stormwater networks in the vicinity of many of these sites,” said Ms Dickson. NSW Shadow Minister for Water Peter Primrose said people shouldn’t have to put up with declining water quality and polluted waterways because of the Government’s cuts to water maintenance – especially as we approach summer. “It’s unacceptable that many of our best-loved swimming spots have been given the thumbs down by Beachwatch. “This has an impact on our everyday lives.” Media statement, 13 Oct 2014 Danielle Dickson, Gosford Council Media release, 7 Oct 2014 Chris Taylor, ofﬁce of Peter Primrose State of the Beaches 201314 report, Oct 2014 Photo: Val Bridge

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Channel, Ocean Beach, Pearl Beach Rockpool and Patonga Creek all received a poor rating. According to the report, while water quality was generally suitable for swimming in dry weather conditions at Ocean Beach, elevated enterococci levels may be recorded following light rainfall. The report stated that Pretty Beach Baths and Patonga Creek were also frequently suitable for swimming during dry weather conditions, but elevated levels of enterococci were recorded following light rainfall. Elevated enterococci levels were often recorded during both dry and wet weather conditions at Ettalong Channel and Woy Woy Baths. The report advises that swimming at these locations is best avoided during and for up to three days following rainfall or if there are any signs of stormwater pollution, such as discoloured water or floating debris. However, Gosford Council’s director of governance and planning

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The Umina Beach Centenary celebrations were held on Sunday, October 12, with an estimated 5000 people in the main street of Umina.

swimming in the Ettalong Channel and at Woy Woy Baths for up to three days after rainfall or evident stormwater pollution. While Killcare Beach, Pearl Beach and Umina Beach received a good rating, Woy Woy Baths, Pretty Beach Baths, Ettalong

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“We had perfect weather and the perfect crowd,” said Peninsula Chamber of Commerce president Mr Matthew Wales. “There were street stalls, food outlets, pony rides, jazz band and plenty to celebrate after Umina has turned 100 years. “All our retailers had a great day with thousands eating, celebrating and shopping in the town centre. “Umina is a great retail centre and she showed off all her best attributes. “We also had over 1400 people come through the historic photo exhibition which is being held at the Ocean Beach Hotel. “Our local historian, Julie Aitchison, has done a wonderful job collating hundreds of old photos and records to mark the 100-year anniversary of the first land subdivision in Umina Beach.” Media release, 13 Oct 2014 Matthew Wales, Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

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Community objects to Mascord Park rezoning abor candidate for Wyong Mr David Harris joined Cr Lisa Matthews and Cr Ken Greenwald at a meeting of local residents in Mascord Park on Saturday, October 11, to hear concerns about the proposed rezoning of 8000m2 in the Park from RE1 – Public Recreation to R1 – General Residential which would allow building to take place as part of Wyong Shire Council’s Affordable Housing Policy.

Between 80 and 100 people attended the meeting and agreed through a show of hands to start a campaign to protect their local park from development. “Mums and dads voiced concerns as this park provided an important recreational area for their families,” said Mr Harris. “Both the young and the elderly, everyday people from right around the community, want to ﬁght any attempt to rezone Mascord Park. “I was very surprised by the number of people who attended. “We expected only

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about 20 or 30 people given there was short notice about the meeting. “To get almost 100 people shows the concern there is for this proposal. “Concerns were raised about the potential loss of parking for sporting events in the area as trafﬁc already overﬂows into surrounding residential streets as well as for the loss of open space which is well used by local people. “Residents complained that the area including Mascord Park had been master planned and any changes would be

robbing locals of land which was set aside for not just recreation but an important wildlife corridor. “People made it clear that they valued the park and did not want any housing development to occur there – in fact many people said they had moved to the area because of the park and facilities. “A letter calling on the Minister for the Central Coast, Rob Stokes, who is also the Minister for the Environment and Assistant Minister for Planning, to intervene

and prevent this attack on this local park from happening, was signed by those in attendance. “A petition is also being circulated in the area and has more than 300 signatures after only one week,” Mr Harris said The proposal to amend the Wyong Local Environmental Plan 2013 passed at the September 10 council meeting, with only Cr Lisa Matthews and Cr Ken Greenwald voting against the proposal, which was passed seven votes to two.

“It was good to see that our stance in council was well supported by those in attendance today,” said Cr Greenwald. “The Labor councillors support affordable housing, but feel that sites other than our local parks and passive recreational areas should be used.” Wyong mayor Cr Doug Eaton addressed the meeting to give council’s perspective on the proposed amendment to the Wyong LEP 2013. Cr Matthews said mayor Cr Eaton attended the meeting to give council’s argument for

the move, but those in attendance made it clear to him that they would not wear such a proposal for very good reasons. “If anything, they were more determined after hearing his defence of the move,” she said. Mr Harris said: “This campaign has just started and locals vowed to set up a Facebook page and to talk to their neighbours to make sure they understood what was at stake if this proposal was allowed to move ahead.” “Let’s make this absolutely clear - this is not a campaign against affordable housing, this is a campaign to protect our valuable passive recreational spaces in communities which basically have no backyards and rely on parks like Mascord Park for their open space to walk dogs, ride bikes, run, walk and play. “Make no mistake, if these ‘trial’ sites are approved, then none of our parks are safe from development, this is an issue for all communities across Wyong Shire.” Mr Harris said.

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New rescue boat on order here is excitement in Marine Rescue Central Point Clare with a new order to supplement the old Coast 20.

The new boat, a 6.8 metre Ocean Cylinder, is being constructed by Yamba Welding and Engineering Pty Ltd and it is hoped that delivery will be in late November. The hull is almost complete and the enclosed forward cabin with raked forward windscreen is already under construction. The boat is being built to 2C survey. Its brief specifications are LOA 6.8m, Beam 2.45m, Draft .38m, Engines 2 x 115 Suzuki 4-stroke outboards, Cruise Speed 28-32 knots. The vessel will be outfitted by Marine Rescue NSW with a complete rescue electronics package that includes two multifunctional displays, an AIS transceiver, Flir thermal night vision camera, GPS, Radar, Depth Sounder, Hailing Horn, 27 Mhz radio, 2 VHF marine transceivers as well as the usual first aid and safety equipment,

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flares, lifejackets etc. The Marine Rescue Central Coast volunteers are busy raising funds to pay their share of the new vessel cost. Currently they are running a Boat Raffle that will be drawn on November 9. Unit Commander Mr Roger Palmer said: “The new vessel will be of benefit to all who use the local waterways, both inshore and offshore.” “It will enable the Unit to be more responsive in an emergency or to assist those in trouble. “Our marine rescue volunteers are on call 24/7 and they deserve the best equipment we can afford. “We trust that the local community will support our fund raising efforts,” said Mr Palmer. Media release, 20 Oct 2014 Ron Cole, Central Coast Marine Rescue

Coastal Open Space Scheme under threat he Community Environment Network (CEN) has slammed Gosford Council’s lack of commitment to the Coastal Open Space Scheme (COSS) by considering a planning proposal that will erode the values that established COSS.

The planning proposal seeks to permit the subdivision of 5.248ha of land occupying one of the highest points along the coastal strip between Copacabana and Forresters Beach. COSS is a network of reserves supporting natural vegetation that are managed by Gosford Council for a number of environmental and community values. COSS lands provide ecological habitats and essential linkages for diverse plants and animals. These natural areas are also popular places for leisure and relaxation with residents and visitors alike. “The COSS scheme is unique to Gosford Council and was established in

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1984,” said CEN CEO Ms Jane Smith. “Areas identified as having significant ecological, cultural and historical value were earmarked for future protection and conservation by the council. “The features of COSS have meant that throughout Gosford LGA we can look to the ridgelines and see natural vegetation rather than concrete and glass. “Existing COSS lands have been voluntarily

acquired by Gosford Council for the benefit of the community. “Approximately 70% of those lands identified have now come into public ownership for the benefit of the community. “COSS is an important legacy and there is still more to do. “It is alarming that this current council is trying to erode the COSS system that our community owns and has supported for the

last 30 years. “During the last two years, this current council has axed the COSS Committee and eliminated the COSS levy that helps to fund COSS without consultation with the community. “Nine out of 10 councillors have supported a motion to allow a developer more time to argue their case in subdividing land zoned for environmental conservation and removing vegetation on land identified for COSS – going against the strong recommendation from staff to refuse. “This is an appalling betrayal of the legacy that so many in the community and previous councils have worked for over the past 30 years. “We urge council to reject the current planning proposal, re-establish the COSS committee and reallocate the funds that the community continues to pay to support the completion of the COSS strategy,” said Ms Smith. Media release, 16 Oct 2014 Jane Smith, CEN

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Gosford wants to be a gigabit city

Fibre-to-the-node network extended to another 23 suburbs

new alliance group is pitching hard for Gosford CBD to become the first Australian member of a select few cities in the world deemed to be ‘gigabit cities’.

The newly formed group is approaching key businesses and organisations in the Gosford CBD area to come on board. Gosford Council looks set to jump aboard as the first public institution following a formal motion passed at a recent council meeting. The group plans on capitalising on the full fibre NBN connections in Gosford CBD, West and East Gosford that is (almost) up and running. Founder of the group, broadband campaigner Mr Dave Abrahams said he was very excited by the prospect of Gosford raising the flag as Australia’s first gigabit city. “I congratulate Gosford councillors for their support of our alliance and in particular Cr Bob Ward as the proponent,” said Mr Abrahams. “I believe this will prove to be a major boon for the city and will send a strong signal that Gosford is serious about being a

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hotbed for innovation and future service delivery,” he said. The first goal of the fledgling group is to sign up as many organisations as possible to the group as fast as possible and then have each one of them switch on their gigabit network. The alliance is keen to point out that it will also recruit from areas outside of Gosford after the initial period; this will make Gosford the hub for the national alliance. A gigabit network is capable of 1,000 megabits/ sec data transfer speed,

which is 10 times the maximum speed available over the NBN at the moment and 100 times what most connections in Australia can achieve at the moment. Gigabit cities are being set up around the world as a way of facilitating innovation in new service delivery models for health, education and business development. The Gigabit Alliance aims to conduct advocacy and research work into targeted uses of gigabit networks. Media release, 15 Oct 2014 Dave Abrahams, Gigabit Alliance

wenty-three communities in the Gosford LGA will be among the first to receive fibre-to-the-node technology over the National Broadband Network (NBN).

Work is currently underway to bring the NBN to Bensville, Blackwall, Booker Bay, Box Head, Daleys Point, Davistown, Empire Bay, Ettalong Beach, Green Point, Horsfield Bay, Killcare Heights, Killcare, Kincumber, Koolewong, Patonga, Pearl Beach, Pretty Beach, Saratoga, St Huberts Island, Umina Beach, Woy Woy Bay, Woy Woy and Yattalunga. Across the entire Central Coast, 56,800 premises will now be covered in the coming 12 months. NBN Co spokesperson Mr Darren Rudd said the announcement was a progressive step in NBN’s move to a mix of broadband technologies which are designed to help speed up the NBN rollout across the

country. “This means more homes and businesses will able to take advantage of fast and reliable broadband sooner than expected, with these areas previously not earmarked to receive the NBN in the coming 12 months. “The early experiences of consumers and businesses on our trials demonstrate that existing technologies are capable of playing a vital role in delivering the NBN quicker, more efficiently,” said Mr Rudd. Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks said over the coming weeks, people could expect to see workers out in their street, planning the new network to get this fibre to the node network built.

“It’s great news for residents, such as John Simmons from the Bensville Residents Association, and Roger Murray from the Pearl Beach Progress Association, both of whom have been terrific advocates for their community and I thank them for that,” said Ms Wicks. “They have both outlined the many challenges of not having access to fast broadband. “Businesses and residents have been calling for this … and today we can affirm that this Government will deliver,” she said. Media release, 20 Oct 2014 Dan Chamberlain, NBN Co Transcript, 20 Oct 2014 Lucy Wicks, Member for Robertson

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Service NSW one-stop shop concept praised SW Finance and Services Minister Mr Dominic Perrottet has congratulated the Service NSW Gosford team on an outstanding record of service as it marks one year since opening the doors to customers.

“The Service NSW centre team at Gosford has set new benchmarks for customer service,” Mr Perrottet said. “Since October 25 last year, the team has served more than 89,000 customers with low waiting times and a 98% customer satisfaction score. “These statistics show how the people from the Central Coast have embraced the Service NSW one-stop shop concept,” he said. “Combined with improved online access, one-stop shops break down the barriers to doing business with the NSW Government. “Bringing services together in one place makes it easier for residents and businesses to access them,” said Mr Perrottet. Member for Gosford

Mr Chris Holstein said the team was committed to helping customers navigate government services. “The Service NSW team is to be applauded for their commitment to sharing information about government services with the community,” said Mr Holstein. “Their dedication to customers, some of whom have complex and multi-faceted issues to resolve, is nothing short of outstanding.” Service Centre manager Ms Anna Grono said the Gosford team work extremely hard every day to help customers carry out transactions speedily and efficiently, with minimum stress. “Whether arranging a Birth Certificate, renewing a licence or applying for a

Seniors Card, our team of specialists will take care of everything. “We provide one-on-one assistance every step of the way to help customers with all the government transactions we process”, said Ms Grono. Mr Holstein said: “The Gosford centre has built a community of expertise on a variety of NSW government transactions which is fantastic for individuals and businesses.” “I commend Anna Grono and her team for their commitment and diligence and look forward to another highly successful year of service to the people of the Central Coast,” he said. Media release, 17 Oct 2014 Chris Holstein, Member for Gosford

Council to develop a Play Policy

ollowing the Parks and Leisure Association Conference in Cairns during August this year, Gosford Council will develop a Play Policy that includes a sense of place, social and physical benefits, engagement with children, landform and natural features, sensory experiences, multiple play styles as well as comfort and accessibility.

This policy will be used for council’s playgrounds, open space, aquatic centres, childcare centres, libraries and other relevant areas. Council will also obtain the film Wild Time to use as a health and education initiative. The film aims to increase people’s knowledge and awareness about nature and the dangers of spending life indoors.

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enator for NSW Deborah O’Neill has received a petition signed by over 2,000 Coasties calling on the government to fund the Central Coast Performing Arts Centre at Gosford.

In the lead up to the 2013 Federal Election, Senator O’Neill announced a fully costed commitment from the Labor Government of $15 million towards the Performing Arts Centre. “It was a massive win for our community,” said Senator O’Neill. “I am proud to say that Labor was prepared to deliver for the Central Coast. “Unfortunately the Coalition Government has failed Coasties yet again with their prolonged silence on the funding and development of this iconic

concert hall. “The Performing Arts Centre would become the centrepiece of the waterfront and will help kick start the revitalisation of this fantastic area,” she said. “Coasties deserve the same top-class facilities that are available to Sydneysiders,” said Senator O’Neill. “This petition sends a clear message to Lucy Wicks and other Central Coast Liberals that our community is demanding action,” she said. This project would be

a shot in the arm for local businesses, and a huge boost for construction jobs. “The Central Coast community understands that what we need are local jobs, local infrastructure and local opportunities to nurture and celebrate our wonderful local talent.” Senator O’Neill will table this petition in Parliament in coming sitting weeks. Media release, 15 Oct 2014 Anne Charlton, office of Deborah O’Neill

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Council receives insurance refund osford Council has had $130,000 returned to it by Statewide Mutual as a reward for risk management diligence and good claims results.

Statewide Mutual, Australia’s largest local government self-insurance pool, released $7.6 million of funds back to member councils in a financial windfall. Gosford Council’s director of Governance and Planning Ms Danielle Dickson said: “These funds will be reinvested back into vital services, facilities and infrastructure for our community.”

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The plight of refugee children in detention highlighted entral Coast Greens staged an event on Saturday, October 11, at William St Mall in Gosford to highlight the plight of children still in detention in Australia.

Based on a campaign established by ChilOut, concerned citizens ‘released’ a child, represented by a doll, and took it to a safe place. Greens Senator Lee Rhiannon, ChilOut’s founding member Dianne Hiles and Refugee Action Network Newcastle (RANN) representative Jo-Anne Wickham joined locals to speak about child detention and answer questions on refugees. The Central Coast Greens Social Justice working group is working with residents of Gosford, and members of many community groups, to send a message to Immigration Minister Scott Morrison that no children should be in

detention. Central Coast Greens spokesperson Ms Kate da Costa said that as at the end of August this year, there were 793 children in detention because of Australia’s policies. “Australia is spending $1 billion a year on unnecessary and possibly illegal detention,” said Ms da Costa. “This money could be spent on helping the disadvantaged in Australia, while asylum seekers are released into the community and able to positively contribute to Australia rather than being a drain on our economy. “Above all, we fail in our duty to offer sanctuary and safety to those who are

fleeing. “Australia is keen to be part of the world when it comes to Olympic gold medals, but is shamefully isolationist when it comes to the worldwide problem of refugees,” said Ms da Costa. Greens candidate for Wyong Ms Justine Suthers said: “It is wrong to expect poor countries to take more refugees than we do.” “Arriving by boat is not illegal, and people who seek asylum are entitled to do so in any country – we signed that Treaty and we should obey its rules,” she said. Media release, 14 Oct 2014 Kate da Costa, Central Coast Greens

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ocal community housing provider, Pacific Link, has begun work on a government approved project to improve safety and amenity for young families and residents at the Dunbar Way estate in North Gosford.

New lighting now being installed is part of a $400,000 refurbishment being paid for by Pacific Link after the not-for-profit organisation reached an agreement to manage the site with the NSW Government. “The work now underway will bring the estate, built in the 1970s, up to date, ensuring the 100 homes it now provides remain available to families in need on the Central Coast,” said Pacific Link chairman Mr David Bacon. “Instead of allowing the old estate to slowly fall apart, Pacific Link is investing in housing retention for the future,” he said. “There is real shortage of community and social housing on the Central Coast and it’s up to us to work with Government and others to help identify and fund solutions.” “The Dunbar Way refurbishment will improve the quality of life for tenants with new lighting and CCTV security plus extensive landscaping, play areas and other amenities suited to families with young children.” As part of its commitment to evidenced-based program management,

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Pacific Link is also planning a major study of project outcomes. “We are working with the University of Western Sydney to assess the social and economic benefits of the renewal program for our tenants using the University’s urban research experience and capabilities,” Mr Gavin said.

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Life jacket helps save rock fisherman at Avoca olice believe a man survived falling into water while rock fishing at Avoca Beach on the morning of Saturday, October 18, largely due to him wearing a life jacket.

man will face court after officers attached to Operation Saber 2 seized cannabis and cannabis plants with an estimated potential street value of more than $110,000 at a home in Narara on Friday, October 17.

Operation Saber 2 is comprised of officers attached to Brisbane Water Target Action Group and General Duties officers, and was established on September 30 to improve community safety, reduce drug and alcohol-related crime and anti-social behaviour on the Central Coast. Following investigations, at about 1:45pm, officers attached to Operation Saber 2 attended a home on Narara Valley Dr, Narara,

following information provided through the Crime Stoppers crime report line. A search of the premises resulted in officers allegedly locating hydroponic drug equipment, almost 50 cannabis plants and over 1.2kg of what is believed to be cannabis. The estimated potential street value of the illicit drugs seized is believed to

be more than $110,000. A 29-year-old man was arrested at the scene and taken to Gosford Police Station. He has been charged with cultivate prohibited drug, possess prohibited drug and supply prohibited drug and granted bail, to appear at Gosford Local Court on November 4. Media release, 18 Oct 2014 NSW Police Media

Take away restaurant robbed olice are investigating the circumstances surrounding an armed robbery in Erina on Sunday, October 26.

A man entered David’s Chinese Take Away restaurant on The Entrance Rd, Erina, armed with a knife at about 7:50pm. The man allegedly threatened staff and demanded money. An employee complied with his demands and handed over cash before the man fled on foot. No one was injured during

the incident. Police from Brisbane Water Local Area Command attended and established a crime scene. An investigation is underway and police are appealing for anyone with information to come forward. The man has been

described as being of Caucasian appearance, in his 50s, 180cm tall, and was wearing a dark tracksuit top, dark blue jeans, sandals, sunglasses, a dark coloured baseball cap, and carrying a dark canvass bag. Media release, 27 Oct 2014 NSW Police Media

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Just before 10am, emergency services were called to rocks at Winney Bay, about 5km south of Avoca Beach, following reports a rock fisherman had fallen into the water. Police have been told the 27-year-old man was fishing on rocks with two friends when he slipped off the rocks and into the water. His friends alerted emergency services, before Volunteer Surf Life Savers of the Copacabana Club attended and pulled the man out of the water. He was assisted at the scene by Ambulance Paramedics for hyperthermia, before being

Anyone with information about these incidents should call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 taken to Gosford Hospital for observation. He is reported to be in a stable condition. Brisbane Water Local Area Command Acting Inspector Stephen Hassett said the man was lucky to be alive, all due to wearing

a life jacket. “Rock fishing can be an extremely dangerous activity and can easily result in serious injury or death if the appropriate preparation isn’t taken. “This man is very lucky to be alive – we’ve been told his legs were tangled in fishing line and if it weren’t for his life vest, he may not have survived. “Recognition must also go to the volunteers of the Surf Life Saving Club for their expediency in response. Media release, 18 Oct 2014 NSW Police Media

Peeping Tom charged man will face court in November after allegedly watching two girls while they showered at Gosford swimming pool.

At around 6:30pm on Wednesday, October 22, a 24-year-old man was using a shower cubicle at the public swimming pool. Two 10-year-old girls, using an adjacent shower cubicle, noticed a mobile phone in a gap between the wall and the roof of the cubicle. One of the girls alerted their aunt and who

contacted pool staff. Staff detained the man until police arrived. An examination of the man’s mobile phone found no recordings had been made. The 24-year-old was charged with several offences including: attempt

to commit offence, install device/ adapt building to observe or film other and peep or pry. He was granted conditional bail and will appear before Gosford Local Court on November 11. Media release, 23 Oct 2014 NSW Police Media

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hirteen-year-old Kirra-belle Olsen sustained minor injuries after she was reportedly bitten by a one metre shark at Avoca Beach on Friday, October 17.

Police from Brisbane Water Local Area Command have been told the girl was surfing at about 6:30am when the shark bit her on the left ankle. She sustained puncture wounds to her left foot and a cut to her calf.

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Closure of Medicare Local shows disregard he regretful irony is that on the very day a great visionary Prime Minister died, the ideologically driven, testosterone fuelled, pugilist, shirt fronting present prime minister announces that the Central Coast Medicare Local will be subsumed into a Primary Healthcare Network which will include Newcastle, Hunter and the New England regions.

It will stretch from Queensland to the Hawkesbury River and as far west as Narrabri. Through this announcement, this Federal Government has clearly shown the depths of its concerns and commitments to the people of the Central Coast. To put it bluntly, it doesn’t give the proverbial rat’s posterior. In no way can it be argued that this decision was based on a needs

analysis, because what the Central Coast region needs is the injection of funding to support the development of local infrastructure. This decision is diametrically opposite. It is very likely that our Coast will be marginalised and swamped in this bureaucratic behemoth

resulting in even further decreased health services. Mental health service is especially at risk. No doubt the two neophyte local members will try to defend the indefensible. They will be given their party scripts from head office, but the reality will be simply bovine excrement. Indeed another very sad day for our Central Coast. Email, 23 Oct 2014 Ian Kilpatrick, Green Point

Future planning must include food and water n response to the Central Coast Regional Development Corporation (Coast Community News, October 1), I will only comment on the obvious, that is, the government’s focus on creating more jobs.

Has the Central Coast Regional Development Corporation provided information on the projected population increase? Population expansion is like climate change, no one knows when it will end. The administration of the Central Coast Regional Development Corporation must have very limited contact with the public. How many residents believe that a media release from the Central Coast Regional Development Corporation providing comment from the minister for planning, assistant minister for planning and minister for the Central Coast would focus on any issues other than jobs? I believe Rob Stokes is the Minister for the Environment. When, World Environment Day on June 5? Does the discussion paper, Your Future Central Coast, allow development in the water catchment? It is not a joke, it is a definite possibility. Farming land in Sydney has long passed into the urban jungle. Why is water different to food? What does “to harness

planning minister? More desalination plants? Letter, 7 Oct 2014 Norman Harris, Umina

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bviously Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein and Transport Minister Gladys Berejiklian are not regular users of the Opal card nor would they have to rely on public transport to get them to and from their place of employment or they would be well aware of its pitfalls.

I, along with many thousands of Central Coast people, commute daily to work in Sydney and find the Opal card far from appealing. We have been forced to use the Opal or endue the long wait to buy tickets on a daily basis due to the stoppage of the weekly ticket. In the Opal system it costs me at least $173.60 a week just to get to work. This is a change from the weekly ticket which used to cost $61 per week. We were not informed that transport fares were to be increased at such a rate. Where will the extra revenue raised from inflated Opal fees go? Some commuters I talk to are, or have already considered, taking their car to work instead of using this Opal system, putting a strain on our already over taxed roadways. It is not faster, nor more efficient to use the Opal card, you still need to go through turnstiles as you did with the tickets and wait for others to use the one or two electronic check points at smaller stations.

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The Opal card electronic checkpoint does not always work. It is not satisfactory that passengers are being charged a maximum fare on Opal cards if they have problems touching in or out at checkpoints or travel to stations that do not have checkpoints. A quick look at how the Oyster card in London, on which the Opal was modelled, and how

inefficient it is overcharging and charging wrong fares to customers, and not allowing competitiveness in faring between transport services and various modes of transport, makes me wonder why we should use the Opal card at all, when ultimately, it will cost us more in time and financial efficiency to prop up this electronic system. I encourage Ms Berejiklian to look at reinstating the weekly tickets and spend time researching ways to truly improve life for commuters, not bring in a system which does not improve anything but the pockets of the public purse, then spend time trying to promote it through a barrage of media misinformation and advertorials. Email, 23 Oct 2014 Linda Adams, East Gosford

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Life After Prostate Cancer Treatment seminar a success he Central Coast Local Health District, in association with the Central Coast Prostate Cancer Support Group, held a free Life After Prostate Cancer Treatment seminar in the Parkview Room of the Central Coast Leagues Club on Friday, October 10.

Although the event was open to men of all ages, Life After Prostate Cancer Treatment event organiser Ms Jacqui Swindells said that the event was particularly aimed at younger men who had undergone treatment for prostate cancer. “This is the first event we know off targeted at younger men with prostate cancer and certainly the first on the Central Coast,” Ms Swindells said. “In Australia, prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in men, with 20,000 diagnosed each year. “The side effects of treatment from prostate cancer can significantly impact lifestyle, relationships and self-esteem. “This is very significant to

younger men. “We are aiming to improve the quality of life and to instil a sense of optimism for men after diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer. “Our focus is to provide men with expert information, support, and tools of the trade to get back into the game. “This will allow them to actively participate and reengage in a dialogue with their health care providers in relation to their individual needs.” The night included three quest speakers, Mr Michael Hagen, Mr Patrick Lumbroso and Mr Russell Tuckerman. Michael Hagen, assistant coach of the 2014 Queensland State of Origin Team, and advisory

board member with the Newcastle Knights, opened the night with an account of his personal journey with prostate cancer after being diagnosed at age 44. “Having taken charge of his own health and fitness post diagnosis, he actively advocates other men to do the same,” said Ms Swindells. “He is a great role model for men.” Psychologist in sexual health, Mr Lumbroso, spoke about the various options available to assist sexual recovery after prostate cancer treatment. “Mr Lumbroso stayed after his session and fielded many questions from the audience,” said Ms Swindells. “The participants highlighted that this is an

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area that they would like far more education and support with.” The final speaker was Mr Tuckerman from East Gosford Physiotherapy. Mr Tuckerman spoke of the pivotal role the pelvic floor plays in recovery and how it not only helps control urinary symptoms after prostate surgery, but is vital to overall core strength and stability. Ms Swindells said that overall there were approximately 45 people in attendance. “We do feel disappointed that a greater number of younger men didn’t attend, but I guess that is the whole obstacle. “They are a very difficult demographic to capture. “However, those that were there were very pleased and want more evening sessions. “The participants were very engaged and have requested a repeat seminar.” “Our feedback was extremely positive and highlighted an ongoing need for support and education in this area,” she said. Madeline Parker, 16 Oct 2014 Interviewee: Jacqui Swindells

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Youth Connections supports all the work unpaid carers do in the community, often going without recognition. Youth Connections aims to celebrate the invaluable contribution these individuals make to young people and to Australia’s mental health, aged, disability and palliative care systems. All who attended the morning tea also heard first-hand from a mother, carer and foster-carer who spoke of the rewards and challenges of caring.

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It is anticipated that the National Disability Insurance Scheme will create 25,000 new full time jobs in NSW by 2018. Developed by National Disability Services and funded by the NSW State Government, projectABLE offers half-day career workshops aimed at inspiring students in Years

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reassess their assumptions and see their community in a new light. Students will meet staff members who work in the disability and community care sector, learning about their careers and working life. Students are encouraged to think about their own skills and how they might be applied to different career paths. Workshops will be hosted by affiliate disability service provider Northcott, a notfor-profit organisation that supports more than 13,000 people with a disability,

families and carers across NSW and the ACT. National Disability Services student programs manager Ms Jillian Black said: “We are thrilled with the amazing feedback we get from people who have attended our workshops and we are looking forward to offering students in the Central Coast region an opportunity to participate in the program.” “Employment in the disability and community care sector is booming in NSW, with up to 25,000 new workers needed in the sector over the next five years. “School leavers and younger skilled workers are expected to play a vital role

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Only two tourism providers selected as finalists

Work for the Dole programme makes a valuable contribution ocal job seekers taking part in the federal government’s Work for the Dole programme clocked on at Gosford Council last month to help with conservation efforts around Terrigal Lagoon.

Council, in partnership with local not-for-profit organisation Youth Connections, has recruited the job seekers from MAX Employment to carry out weed control and litter removal works that will protect one of the lagoon’s three wetlands. Council’s CEO Mr Paul Anderson said the job seekers were a very welcome helping hand. “Despite the tireless efforts of our staff and community volunteers, removing rubbish and weeds from around many sites like Terrigal lagoon is something we struggle to keep on top of,” Mr Anderson said. “There’s no doubt these

wo Central Coast tourism providers have been recognised as finalists in the 25th Annual NSW Tourism Awards announced on Friday, October 17.

Crown Plaza Terrigal and Glenworth Valley Outdoor Adventures were two of 100 finalists in 31 categories from a range of tourism areas such as Major Tourism Attractions, Ecotourism, Destination Marketing, Tourism Education and Training. Managed by the Tourism Industry division of the NSW Business Chamber, the Tourism Awards celebrate and acknowledge tourism businesses that demonstrate outstanding achievement throughout the year. “The 2014 finalists are reflective of not only

the excellence and high standard of tourism products on offer across the State, but also of the entrants’ ability to evolve their products and services to remain competitive,” said NSW Business Chamber CEO Mr Stephen Cartwright. “This year’s finalists should be incredibly proud to be acknowledged as the best of the best in the tourism industry, as it is a vital cog in the State’s economy and plays a significant role in driving employment and growth in regional NSW.” The winners will be announced at the NSW

Tourism Awards Gala Ceremony on Thursday, November 27, at The Dockside Pavilion, and will then represent the State at the QANTAS Australian Tourism Awards on April 11 in Adelaide. Chair of the judging panel Mr Reg Edwards said he was extremely pleased to see so many new entrants. “The new entries really took the calibre of entrants to a whole new level this year, making our job as judges quite difficult. Media release, 17 Oct 2014 Elizabeth Kelleher, NSW Business Chamber

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Connections’ programme called The Skills Generator said: “The value of the new skills and experiences they will learn from their time working down at Terrigal Lagoon cannot be underestimated. “At this stage, we expect they will working at the wetland off Florida Rd over the next 12 months. “However, council has already identified a number of other wetlands and areas around the lagoon where their help will also be needed,” he said. Media release, 17 Oct 2014 Gosford Council media

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local job seekers, many of who are young people, are making a significant contribution to a vital conservation project. “By removing rubbish from the bushland and foreshores in and around this wetland as well as weeds like lantana and morning glory that smother and replace native vegetation, they are delivering some great outcomes for their local community. “Plus, it’s great that we can give them the opportunity to gain the confidence and experience they need to hopefully move from welfare to work,” he said. Marcus Watson, general manager of a new Youth

wo of the three Lizotte’s live music venues, including the Kincumber venue, will close mid next year unless they are sold in the interim.

“With the loss of my dad early this year, who was passionate about his music, it just brings home that it’s a gift to be doing something you are passionate about for a living but there needs to be a work/family balance,” said owner Brian Lizotte. “This decision comes down to us finding that balance. “It’s not with a heavyheart that either Jo or I have made this decision to simplify our lives, in fact, it’s

extremely exciting for us to be embarking on the next chapter. “We are putting renewed energy and focus on the Lizotte’s brand in Newcastle with new customer experiences such as tableside cooking and unique events for and by the local community,” he said. The two closing venues, which were put on the market earlier this year, will hold their final celebrations in April and May next year.

Kincumber is expected to close on Friday, April 24, with Dee Why to follow a month later on Saturday, May 30. In the meantime, they will still be holding live music, and booking artists, with shows coming up from Josh Pyke, Thirsty Merc, Jack Carty, Beccy Cole and Dragon. Courtesy themusic.com.au, 16 Oct 2014

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Outstanding student achievement ur Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School has received a Certificate of Excellence for Outstanding Student Achievement for the Year 3-5 students that participated in the 2014 Write4Fun The Text Generation competition.

held throughout primary and secondary schools within Australia, and that Write4Fun received over 12,000 entries. Ms Kennedy said the letter went on to say that Our Lady of the Rosary had been recognised for outstanding writing as less than two per cent of schools showed this level of achievement. The winners of the

competition have since been announced online. “Special congratulations to Amelia Demyane of Year 5 who was listed as a finalist,” said Ms Kennedy. “And congratulations to all those children who entered the competition.” Newsletter, 22 Oct 2014 Maria Kennedy, Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School

Holy Cross dance group are State Champions oly Cross Catholic School’s Wakakirri performance group were awarded State Champions in the State Final of the Wakakirri Story and Dance competition held at the State Sports Centre in Homebush on Wednesday, September 17.

The students performed their story True Colours, which examined how bullying strips kids of their self-esteem, and how standing up to bullies as a united group takes power away from bullies. The school competed against 12 other schools that had been selected from previous heats. Holy Cross Catholic School teacher Mr Brian McCallum said that the standard of competition was extremely high, with a wide range of stories being presented. “To our great delight, we were announced as State Champions at the end of the night,” Mr McCallum said. “The judge was extremely complimentary about every aspect of our performance. “This was a great thrill for the students, their parents and the teachers involved,” he said.

The Wakakirri group also received another prestigious award at the event. “Perhaps of greater significance to our school community was the fact that for both our heat, which was held in August, and again in the final, Holy Cross was awarded the Best School in Public,” said Mr McCallum. “This award has nothing to do with performance, but with the way the children conduct themselves during a very long day and evening at the venue. “Our children were valued for their manners, courtesy, responsiveness and obedience to the backstage crew at Wakakirri who have to organise up to 1,000 kids per day at each performance. “The school community should be very proud of the way they represented Holy Cross.” Mr McCallum thanked

the teachers, who toiled so relentlessly to ensure the children reached the level of performance achieved. “Kylie Ball, Elizabeth Herd and Emily Bayliss devoted hundreds of hours working face to face with the kids, and in planning and preparing in their own time,” he said. “Their example of dedication motivated our children to match their efforts. “Together, the kids and teachers made a great team.” Holy Cross Catholic School is now waiting for the announcement of the National Winner later in the year, which is judged on the video of the winners from each state and territory. Newsletter, 14 Oct 2014 Brian McCallum, Holy Cross Catholic School

Mr Stokes said the bricks would be used for a special commemorative garden at the school’s new site, and members of the school community can sponsor a brick to raise funds for the school’s 150th anniversary celebrations next year. “This garden will be a symbolic link between Gosford Public School’s history, its present and its future,” Mr Stokes said. “This initiative celebrates an iconic part of the Central Coast community, and provides an environmental benefit of finding a new use for these old bricks and stop

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them going into landfill.” Mr Holstein said he was delighted to deliver on the request from principal John Anderson for a tangible piece of Gosford Public School’s history. “I’m especially pleased to give back to the school that played such a vital role in helping shape the person I am today”, Mr Holstein said. Mr Anderson said the bricks would play an important part in marking the school’s opening in 1865. “The new school will open a commemorative garden, constructed with the bricks, which will honour how the

school has evolved over time,” Mr Anderson said. “The bricks will be sponsored and each one will acknowledge a former or current student and staff member. “The money raised will go towards landscaping the garden, a commemorative medallion for each current student and the sesquicentenary book,” said Mr Anderson. Media release, 17 Oct 2014 Andrew Priestly, office of Rob Stokes MP

Somersby P S to improve security omersby Public School will install security devices after the school was broken into over the weekend of October 11 and 12.

Somersby Public School principal Ms Kirsty Squires said: “It’s disappointing, to say the least, that there are people out there who think that breaking into a school and stealing from children is ok.” “If anyone has any information at all, please contact the Gosford Police Station or us here at school.” Newsletter, 14 Oct 2014 Kirsty Squires, Somersby Public School

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Catchment Crawl of Erina Creek entral Coast Waterwatch will hold a Catchment Crawl of the Erina Creek Catchment on Thursday, November 6.

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Garden Clubs Australasian Native Orchid Society Cultivation and conservation of Aust Native Orchids. 2nd Wed, Narara Community Centre, 2 Pandala Rd Narara - 8pm 4340 5157 Erina Heights Garden Club An informal and friendly group, we enjoy visiting special gardens. Garden owners talk on planning and installation. 4326 1462 linda.syddell@hotmail.com Matcham Garden Club Monthly Meetings and Garden Visits with speakers and discussions relating to rare and unusual plants. New comers welcome - Every 2nd Thur 12noon to 2.30pm 4367 6292

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Better Hearing Australia Central Coast Art Society Central Coast Lectures, demonstrations and Hearing loss management discussion. Weekly paint-outs Support and educational group Tuesdays 4349 5860 for locations 7 groups across the coast Workshops - 4363 1820 9.30am Providing practical experience - 12.30pm 1st and 3rd Wed Social and confidence Tempo Terrific Community Gosford Politics Meetings 1.30pm 4th Wed Gosford Kincumber Learn the benefits to hearing aids Showband in the Pub City Arts Centre. Neighbourhood Centre Better hearing Australia Central Coast Active showband available to play Come and solve the problems of the • Exercise classes 4325 1420 4321 0275 at your community function. Wide world over a friendly drink and a bite • Yoga for adults and children publicity@artcentralcoast.asn.au www.centralcoast. ranging repertuore. Always seeking to eat. 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Playgroup - Ancient and modern knowledge. Strait Islander Corporation 2nd Tue - 1.30pm Thurs evening fortnightly Central Coast Lapidary Club The Mingaletta community centre 1800 644 189 Gosford Gumnuts Playgroup 0425 296 783 Minerals & Gems provides its members and other Parents and children meet socially www.gurdjieff.org.au Learn silverwork, Cabochons, community groups a meeting place Central Coast Prostate Cancer for the parents to make friends and Faceting, Enamelling, Stone and referal hub for education, health, Support Group (Gosford) learn more about parenting and Rotary Club of Fieldtrips & fossicking well-being and cultural programs Meet last Friday Month the children to have fun and play Gosford North Weekly Workshops Tues, Thurs, & through consultative services and Terrigal Uniting Church together. 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City of Gosford Pipe Band holds its first public practice ibble Park was filled with the sound of bagpipes and drums on Saturday, October 18, as the City of Gosford Pipe Band commenced its first public practice.

The callout to reform the City of Gosford Pipe Band was nearly a month ago and the band is excited to announce that they are currently at over 40 members. Local Scottish enthusiast Douglas McFarland said he was thrilled at the number of people that have an interest in wanting to learn how to play the bagpipes. Practice was full of local support from the community including Gosford’s Scottish mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna, local councillor Gabby Bowles and Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein. “It was wonderful to walk into Kibble Park on Saturday morning to be greeted by the sounds of the City of Gosford Pipe Band,” said Cr Bowles. “It was hard to tell it was a first practice for the group

Gosford City Pipe Band practicing at Kibble Park

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Oval redevelopment plans open for comment A development application for the redevelopment of Woy Woy Oval is currently being advertised and is open for public comment. The proposed redevelopment works include the construction of the new grandstand building, including tiered seating, player change rooms, toilets, stores and referee’s room; a clubhouse, lift, public toilets and kiosk building; new forecourt, concourse and paths, including car parking spaces; new entrance gates, adjoining the grandstand; cafe and external dining area; forecourt landscaping; scoreboard; and the relocation of two existing lighting poles. A further development application will be submitted for further works which include ﬁeld relocation; new perimeter security fencing; spectator mounded hills; perimeter seating; and landscaping of adjoining areas. The initial project cost is estimated at a minimum of $5.244 million which will deliver the minimum infrastructure requirements of a regional facility. However, according to the Woy Woy Redevelopment Masterplan, research of like facility redevelopments suggests a total project cost of $8-$9 million is required for the facility to meet the standards of a Tier 3 Stadia deﬁned in the NSW State Government 2012 Stadia Strategy. Council has currently committed $1.75 million towards the project however is now seeking contributing funding from State and Federal government and partner

sporting organisations to facilitate the completion of the proposed Redevelopment Master Plan. According to the statement of Environmental Effects prepared by Gosford Council, Woy Woy Oval No. 1 is a valuable asset to the Central Coast sporting fraternity and for the broader Woy Woy community. It is one of Gosford City’s two regional sporting facilities and is used for organised rugby and union ﬁxtures during winter competition months, informal sporting events and recreational activities such as Carols by Candlelight and other community events. The current grandstand was constructed in 1978 with a reinforced concrete superstructure, steel box framed roof and Spancrete clad structure. However in 2012, structural defects were identiﬁed in the building and resulted in the immediate removal of the roof to address the apparent safety concerns. A detailed structural assessment subsequently determined that the entire structure had reached the end of its serviceable life. The existing grandstand has 17 rows of bench seating and could accommodate approximately 766 spectators while the proposed new grandstand is designed to seat a minimum of 600 spectators. DA 46329/2014, 8 Sep 2014

Dog owners seek use of Kitchener Park Dog owners have petitioned Gosford Council for the use of Kitchener Park, Ettalong, as an off-leash dog exercise area. In a petition with 321 signatures, they have told the council that Kitchener Oval was ideal and had been used by local dog owners for many years as it was enclosed from trafﬁc. It appeared that it was only used by people taking a short cut from

Hood St to Picnic Pde. The petition stated that the only unleashed area in the vicinity is at the rear end of Ettalong Oval, which is used regularly for various sporting events and is not really suitable for unleashed play. The petitioners stated that the area was not very big and the dogs could only run back and forth in a conﬁned space. Gosford Council Agenda P.28, 23 Sep 2014

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Hazard reduction burn at Koolewong Two hazard reduction burns were carried out in Brisbane Water National Park near Koolewong on Thursday, October 2, and Friday, October 3.

The Woy Woy Oval development site

Peninsula CCTV rollout starts Agreement has been reached to rollout CCTV at Woy Woy, Umina and Ettalong. Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks said an agreement had been reached with Gosford Council to deliver the ﬁrst instalments of the $680,000 funding. “Local police have been telling me how CCTV can be a signiﬁcant deterrent to anti-social behaviour, and is a valuable investigative tool. “Funding will be provided from proceeds of crime, which means that the crimes of yesterday will be used to prevent future crimes in our communities.” Gosford Council general manager Mr Paul Anderson said the next steps would involve close liaison with local police, business owners and residents to make sure the new cameras are set up to provide the best possible community safety outcomes.

Ms Wicks said local businesses are also welcoming the rollout, including Richardson and Wrench Real Estate principal Mr Phil McCord. Mr McCord said: “I know that the cameras that we have in some areas here at Umina Beach have

made a huge difference, and we need more. “It means people will think twice before they engage in crime or anti-social behaviour in our community,” Mr McCord said. Media release, 19 Sep 2014 Tim Sowden, Ofﬁce of

Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks with Brisbane Water LAC Superintendent Danny Sullivan

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Cr Scott said that the council had approved the restructure earlier this year with minimal supportive information. She said the council’s executive leadership team and senior managers were now “working

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Chamber estimates 5000 at centenary The Umina Beach Centenary celebrations were held on Sunday, October 12, with an estimated 5000 people in the main street of Umina.

Gosford City Town Crier Mr Stephen Clarke and Peninsula Chamber of Commerce president Mr Matthew Wales at the Umina Beach Centenary celebrations

Report finds six swim spots below standard The hazard reduction burn in progress at Koolewong

Councillors kept in dark on restructure, says Scott through the requirements for the next stage of the restructure but, at this stage, councillors have had little information”. She said council had seen changes that included a change in the number of directorates from ﬁve to three with a number of responsibilities falling under the ofﬁce of the general manager, the abolition of all executive leadership team positions which were re-established with different roles, and the departure of three

directors. One was retained as a project ofﬁcer, two new directors were engaged and all senior management positions were abolished and were advertised as new positions. Existing senior managers were offered to apply for advertised positions, redeploy or take a package; all but two senior managers left and the advertised positions were ﬁlled by new staff, she said.

On the motion of Cr Scott, the council resolved to require general manager Mr Paul Anderson to provide council with a report by the end of the year on the restructure. Mr Anderson will be required to report on the budget for the restructure, the change in staff numbers, changes in programs and services, outsourcing, the number of redundancies, positions dissolved in the structure to date and proposed for the future, the departments to be abolished

Six of the nine swimming locations in the Peninsula area are below standards of water quality and swimming safety in the State of the Beaches 2013-14 report. The

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or joined with others, the ﬁnal structure and time frame, the effect on staff and the public and the physical changes within council buildings. Council has also required that a monthly report be presented on the progress of the restructure following the presentation of the initial report. Gosford Council agenda NM.22, 23 Sep 2014

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Woy Woy Baths

Channel, Ocean Beach, Pearl Beach Rockpool and Patonga Creek all received a poor rating. According to the report, while water quality was generally suitable for swimming in dry weather conditions at Ocean Beach, elevated enterococci levels may be recorded following light rainfall. The report stated that Pretty Beach Baths and Patonga Creek were also frequently suitable for swimming during dry weather conditions, but elevated levels of enterococci were recorded following light rainfall. Elevated enterococci levels were often recorded during both dry and wet weather conditions at Ettalong Channel and Woy Woy Baths. The report advises that swimming at these locations is best avoided during and for up to three days following rainfall or if there are any signs of stormwater pollution, such as discoloured water or ﬂoating debris. However, Gosford Council’s director of governance and planning

Ms Danielle Dickson said local beachgoers could be conﬁdent that Gosford had some of the cleanest ocean beaches in NSW. “The report graded nine of the 11 ocean beaches monitored in the Gosford region as good,” said Ms Dickson. “Overall, the water quality at most locations improved in 2013-2014 as a result of drier conditions, and it is expected that it will continue to improve as rainfall conditions return to average. “Swimming sites graded as poor or very poor have permanent advisory signs recommending that swimming should be avoided for up to three days after rain in estuarine or lagoon environments and up to one day after rain at beaches. “Beachwatch also issues daily pollution forecasts to enable swimmers to make informed decisions about where and when to swim. “Council continues to invest millions of dollars each year in protecting local water quality

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Kibble Park every Saturday fortnight between 9am and 11am, with their next practice to be held on November 1. They are happy for any member of the public to come and spectate and see what a pipe band sounds like. There is also a supporter membership available for those who may be interested. The City of Gosford Pipe Band also practices at Laycock St each Monday night. The City of Gosford Pipe Band will have their first public appearance at the Santa Parade on November 29. Media release, 21 Oct 2014 Joshua Lucas, Dosh Public Relations

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“We had perfect weather and the perfect crowd,” said Peninsula Chamber of Commerce president Mr Matthew Wales. “There were street stalls, food outlets, pony rides, jazz band and plenty to celebrate after Umina has turned 100 years. “All our retailers had a great day with thousands eating, celebrating and shopping in the town centre. “Umina is a great retail centre and she showed off all her best attributes. “We also had over 1400 people come through the historic photo exhibition which is being held at the Ocean Beach Hotel. “Our local historian, Julie Aitchison, has done a wonderful job collating hundreds of old photos and records to mark the 100-year anniversary of the ﬁrst land subdivision in Umina Beach.” Media release, 13 Oct 2014 Matthew Wales, Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

National Parks and Wildlife Service regional manager Mr Geoff Luscombe said the low intensity burns were undertaken to reduce fuel loads in the area. The two burns totalled 75 hectares and took place west of Koolewong Fire Trail and north of Parks Bay residential area. Smoke from the burns may have impacted residents in Koolewong, Woy Woy, Woy Woy Bay, Phegans Bay and Horsfield Bay as well as Brisbane Water Dr and Glenrock Pde. During the burn the area, including Koolewong Fire Trail, was closed to visitors. With the assistance of the Enhanced Bushfire Management Program, National Parks and Wildlife Service plans to burn an average of over 135,000 hectares per year, through more than 800 individual hazard reduction activities. Media release, 1 Oct 2014 Lawrence Orel, NSW Office of Environment and Heritage Photo: Marissa Clohesy

Gosford councillors have been kept in the dark about the council’s management restructure and future restructure plans, according to Cr Vicki Scott.

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who sounded fabulous,” she said. GBID project manager Edwina Nikora said: “Last Saturday, the people of Gosford City spent their morning listening to the sounds of the Gosford City Pipe Band.” “The re-emerging Pipe Band is the pride of the McFarland family from McFarland’s Down Under The Kilt. “The city of Gosford has a strong Scottish influence and those who share that bloodline are passionate to keep Scottish traditions alive. “This has led to the progression of the Pipe Band, an ensemble of bagpipes and marching drums rehearsing in Kibble Park,” said Ms Nikora. The City of Gosford Pipe Band will practice in

ibble Park will be home to the inaugural Live From 5, a gourmet food and wine event, on Friday, November 7.

Nestled in the heart of Gosford CBD, Kibble Park will become an activated hub of live entertainment, fresh food and wine. Commencing at 5pm, Live From 5 is ideal for those who work in the CBD and are looking for that T.G.I.F. occasion. With live music, street

performers, an eclectic mix of gourmet foods, boutique wines and craft beer operating until 8pm, Live From 5 is the perfect meeting location for friends, family and co-workers to gather and unwind. Live From 5 is a new

initiative of Gosford Business Improvement District (GBID), and will be held on the first Friday of November and December. Media release, 28 Oct 2014 Edwina Nikora, GBID

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See the Peninsula News for events in post code areas 2256 & 2257 and the Wyong Regional Chronicle for events in post code areas 2258, 2259, 2261, 2262 & 2263 Blues on the Mountain, Thursday Nov 13 Thursday Oct 30 Friday Nov 7 Gosford Business 125th Anniversary Mangrove Mountain Hall, Volunteer Coffee Improvement District Celebration Day, Narara 7pm Morning, Shop 21 Niagara Wes Carr (Buffalo Tales), Plaza, annual meeting, Hotel Public School, 12:30pmNiagra Park, The Rhythm Hut, 7:30pm Gosford, 7:30am 6:30pm 9:30am-12pm Open Day for Volunteers, Friday Nov 14 W i n t e r b o u r n e Friday Oct 31 Community performance, Baker St, Wyoming Australian Plants Ashley Turner TrueLife Gosford Centre, 10am-11:30pm Society Central Coast Groove Band, Lizottes Central Coast Creative Group meeting, Phillip Kincumber, 7:30pm Craft Group 10 day Craft Tuesday Nov 11 House, Kariong, 7:30pm Spirituality in the Pub, Exhibition, Studio Gallery, Monday Nov 3 The Grange Hotel function Saturday Nov 15 Monday Meanderers East Gosford, 9:30-4pm 4 Seasons Art and Brackets and Jam, room, 7:30pm-9pm – Mooney Mooney Creek Film Night, Kariong Eco Kincumba Mountain, Wednesday Nov 12 Walk, Brisbane Water Garden, 6pm Invisible Illness National Park, 10:30am- 7:30pm Market Day, Our Lady Support Group meeting, 3:30pm Saturday Nov 8 of The Rosary Primary Big Band Therapy Avoca Beach Scout Hall, School, Wyoming, 9amThursday Nov 6 concert, The Impact 11:30am-2:30pm 2pm Catchment crawl, Erina Centre, Erina, 2pm-5pm Creek, 8:30am-3pm

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Thomas Bateup takes out major Storm awards he Gosford Kariong Storm Rugby League Football Club concluded a highly successful 2014 season by holding its annual presentation afternoon at the Central Leagues Club in mid-October.

Following on from a stunning winter in which the Storm tasted premiership success in the U13s, were runners up in the U16s and finalists in the U14 and U10 divisions, there were many trophies to be handed out and much backslapping and frivolity to be both worn, and had, respectively. Rugby league prospects, John Connolly and Thomas Bateup, shared the club’s coveted Senior Player of the Year Award while the tenacious U10’s halfback

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Ryan Bird flew off with the 2014 Junior Award. Prop forward Thomas Bateup, who starred for both the U15 and U16s teams throughout a busy 2014, backed up to also claim the President’s Player of the Year prize. The inaugural Clint Gosper Memorial Trophy was awarded to the Storm’s canteen coordinator Kellie Hodge, who alongside Colleen Bird and Sharyn Oatley helped turn a tidy profit from the tuck-shop. Robbie Campbell’s U9(1) s claimed the Mini League Team of the Year Award, while the tireless Vanessa Bird was acknowledged as the Gosford Kariong Manager of the Year for her work with the U10s. Coach of the Year went to rookie mentor Blake Laybutt, whose feat of taking an U14 preseason squad that comprised just six players, and building a cohesive, well patronized footy team which ultimately fell just a try or two short of featuring on grand final day, was nothing short of remarkable. Gosford Kariong’s Best and Fairest awards throughout the various age groups were presented to Alex Montgomery, Daniel Su, Hayden Green, Logan Campbell, Jeremy Belcher, Blake Taylor, Nash DorattMavin, Ryan Bird, Zac Campbell, Rylee Oakes, Jack Payne, Troy Ghilardi and Bailey Cregan. Media release, 20 Oct 2014 Andrew Stark, East Gosford

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osford City Football Club players and followers were out to support their local team at Central Coast Stadium on Saturday, October 18, in Hyundai A-League round two, the designated Hyundai Goals for Grassroots match.

With up to $10,000 on the line, Gosford City were cheering on the Central Coast Mariners as they took on New Zealand rivals Wellington Phoenix. As the selected Hyundai Goals for Grassroots junior team, Gosford City FC automatically received $1,000, and for every goal Central Coast Mariners scored during the match, the club would receive an additional $1,000 bonus. By virtue of Central Coast Mariners scoring one goal in the 1-2 home loss to Wellington Phoenix in the round two match, the junior club has scored a $2,000 Hyundai Help For Kids grant. The club also received 20 complimentary tickets to attend the match, an on-field official cheque presentation, and the filming of a professional one minute video to help promote their club. “There is currently a

major focus on the under five and six age groups and part of the problem with getting kids involved at an early age is the expense placed on young families,” said Gosford City FC spokesman Mr Mark Brown. “Our most senior team (over 45s - Cavemen) has created a foster program where these senior players raise money through raffles and other fundraisers with the specific goal of providing our youngest with free club shirts, footballs and drink bottles to help offset the initial outlay. “The Goals for Grassroots grant will go directly towards helping these families with young kids and teams in our club.” “We are very proud to be playing a part in Hyundai’s Help for Kids initiative through the Goals for Grassroots program,” said Central Coast Mariners team captain John Hutchinson. “The heart-and-soul of all

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Sport Chris Jenkins is Marlins defeat Manly Eagles 2014 IFBB Super T Heavyweight Mr Australia Page 22 - October 29, 2014 - Coast Community News

he Central Coast Marlins baseball team defeated the Manly Eagles 6-5 at Baseball Park, Springfield, on Sunday, October 26.

It was the visitors that put the first runs on the board in the top of the third inning, when a Marlins’ error was followed by a Manly home run for a 2-0 lead. Marlins replied in the bottom half of the third inning and all the scoring happened with two-out. With Tim Joughin and Danny Smith on base, Michael Campbell lined a triple down the left field line to tie the game. He scored the following pitch on a wild pitch to see the Marlins lead 3-2.

Jason Rees then belted a solo home run over the left field fence for a 4-2 lead. Manly replied with another run in the top of the fourth inning, however, Marlins also replied with two runs of their own with Smith, Adam Howe and Campbell coming through with the run scoring at bats to lead 6-3. Marlins’ starting pitcher Paul Anderson put up scoreless innings in the fifth and sixth and also got help from some great Marlins’ defence. Manly scored a single

run in the top of the seventh inning to claw back to 6-4. Anderson, who struck out five Manly batters, handed the ball over to Kurt Eden who, despite giving a two-out run in the eighth, mowed down the Manly hitters to collect the save. Marlins won 6-5 to keep touch with the top four of the State Baseball League after round six. Media release, 26 Oct 2014 Central Coast Marlins publicity

BDAFL coaches re-appointed lack Diamond AFL (BDAFL) 2014 Grand Final combatants Terrigal Avoca and Killarney will head into the 2015 season with the same leaders following the reappointments of Chris Bishop and John Pidgeon as respective coaches.

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rina body builder Chris Jenkins has successfully defended his 2013 Australian Body Building title, taking out the over 100kg competition this year to be named, 2014 IFBB Super Heavyweight Mr Australia.

In a gruelling day and night competition at Sydney Olympic Park on Sunday, October 19, more than 400 competitors were put through their routines in

various weight divisions in front of 10 leading judges from across the country. Chris, 28, who was pumped to defend his 2013 title, was cheered on

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THU - 30 0035 - 1.27 0615 - 0.56 1243 - 1.61 1933 - 0.39 SUN - 2 0357 - 1.40 0950 - 0.52 1608 - 1.57 2237 - 0.31 WED - 5 0015 - 0.25 0635 - 1.73 1254 - 0.27 1859 - 1.58 SAT - 8 0227 - 0.34 0851 - 1.85 1523 - 0.23 2124 - 1.43 TUE - 11 0430 - 0.55 1057 - 1.67 1739 - 0.41 2343 - 1.24

FRI - 31 0142 - 1.27 0722 - 0.59 1348 - 1.57 2039 - 0.38 MON - 3 0455 - 1.51 1058 - 0.44 1710 - 1.59 2329 - 0.27 THU - 6 0100 - 0.26 0722 - 1.81 1346 - 0.22 1948 - 1.55 SUN - 9 0308 - 0.40 0933 - 1.81 1609 - 0.28 2211 - 1.36 WED - 12 0515 - 0.62 1139 - 1.58 1825 - 0.48

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by more than 1,000 fans as he competed, and won unanimously, in the over 100kg division. Speaking about the win, Jenkins said: “To say I’m pumped doesn’t come close to describing how I’m feeling after the victory.” “It was my best result to date. “I worked my backside off to get ready for this show, making the win that much sweeter. “Prepping for this competition saw me put myself through a tough and rigorous training schedule. “To come out victorious, after putting in the hard yards, has proven to me that I have what it takes to get to the top, with a dream to compete in the US and take out world titles,” said Jenkins. Chris started his body building career six years ago winning a novice title in his first year and various other weight divisions in recent years. He took out the Super Heavyweight title in 2013, but the Super Heavyweight class of over 100kg was always the ultimate prize. With this most recent win under his belt, Chris now has his sights set on the Amateur Olympia Competition which will be held in Australia next year for the first time. Media release, 22 Oct 2014 Nerissa Magee, Brilliant Logic

It will be the seventh year that Bishop has been in charge of the Terrigal Avoca Panthers and has included premierships in 2012 and 2014. Bishop has been the BDAFL Coach of the Year for the past three seasons as well as AFL NSW/ACT Coach of the Year in 2012 and 2013. He is also the Coach of

the BDAFL representative team. Bishop expects to retain the nucleus of the team that won the premiership this year, as the club looks to claim back-to-back premierships for the first time. Bishop said he was pleased to be reappointed and already has his goals set for 2015.

“I was really pleased with how the club responded this year after the disappointment of 2013,” Bishop said. “The club is focussing on claiming back-to- back premierships however we are also mindful of how challenging this will be.” Media release, 28 Oct 2014 Garry Burkinshaw, BDAFL

Waratah Shield matches played leven senior boys from Holy Cross Catholic School represented the school in the Waratah Shield Cricket Competition on Friday, October 10.

Holy Cross Catholic School principal Mr Gerard McGilvray said the boys played extremely well in both matches and were a credit to the school and their families. The first game played was against Star of the Sea, Terrigal.

“Unfortunately, the boys lost this game by a mere 10 runs,” said Mr McGilvray. The second game played was against St Patrick’s, East Gosford. “The boys played exceptionally well and managed to win by about 80 runs,” said Mr McGilvray.

“We now have to wait and find out if we have made it to the next round of competition. Newsletter, 14 Oct 2014 Gerard McGilvray, Holy Cross Catholic School

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Mariners win one then lose one in A-League

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Central Coast Mariners (pink) and Wellington Phoenix play at Central Coast Stadium

athan Burns’ 54th minute strike from close range helped Wellington Phoenix edge Central Coast Mariners 2-1 in Hyundai A-League 2014/15 round two played in Gosford on Saturday, October 18.

The Mariners, playing their third match within seven days following wins over Newcastle Jets and Palm Beach Sharks (Westfield FFA Cup), produced what coach Phil Moss believed was a better display than their effort against the Novocastrians a week earlier, however, ultimately came up short against a Phoenix side that made the most of its chances in the game. Moss’s men took an early

lead in the fixture when Kim Seung-yong’s pass into the box put the Phoenix under pressure. With Matt Sim looking to pounce, Tom Doyle and Glen Moss got their wires crossed, and the ‘Nix’s number 19 inadvertently touched the ball beyond his custodian and into the back of his own net. The Mariners dominated the majority play in the first 45 but didn’t make the most of their chances and were

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hit with a sucker-punch 10 minutes before the interval when referee Ben Williams awarded Phoenix a penalty. Mariners debutant Jacob Poscoliero was shown a yellow card for bringing down Jeremy Brockie in the area, though replays indicated Brockie may well have been in an offside position when he received the ball. However, having won the penalty, Brockie took the chance to restore parity

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aged living and this proposal will certainly provide that and so much more. “Wyong Shire is fast becoming the destination of choice for retirees and one of the key reasons is the quality of developments such as this.” Media release, 10 Sep 2014 Wyong Council media An artist’s impression of the eastern façade of block 1

Wyong Shire requires 1,200 new dwellings each year until 2031 yong Council has noted recent figures from the Department of each year over the past Planning and Environment showing that the Wyong LGA is decade. Mayor Cr Doug Eaton predicted to gain the largest proportion of population growth said: “This growth is one in the broader region. of the biggest challenges Wyong Shire is entire Newcastle, Lower require nearly 1,200 for this Council and for projected to grow Hunter and Central new dwellings each the community.” by 28%, or 43,500 Coast regions. year until 2031 – nearly “It’s clear from these residents, representing Wyong Shire, with double the average figures that residential a significant 23% of the largest projected number of dwellings approvals will need to all growth across the population growth, will approved in the LGA increase two-to-three-

fold compared to recent years to accommodate the projected annual growth of around 1,200 dwellings for our Shire. “There will also be significant pressure on existing infrastructure and demand for the provision of new infrastructure to cope

abor candidate for Wyong Mr David Harris joined Cr Lisa Matthews and Cr Ken Greenwald at a meeting of local residents in Mascord Park on Saturday, October 11, to hear concerns about the proposed rezoning of 8000m2 in the Park from RE1 – Public Recreation to R1 – General Residential which would allow building to take place as part of Wyong Shire Council’s Affordable Housing Policy.

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value of $22 million and will provide approximately 150 construction jobs. Mayor Cr Doug Eaton said: “I recently launched the Central Coast Positive Ageing Strategy which is designed to meet the needs of our increasing ageing population.” “One of those key needs is the provision of more varied and affordable housing for

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inbound tourism to NSW will almost double by 2020, becoming NSW’s largest international market in terms of visitor arrivals, visitor nights and expenditure. “In terms of tourism and economic development, this represents an incredible boost for Wyong Shire and the Central Coast”, said the mayor. “It will definitely create jobs and have flow on benefits to local retailers and the hospitality sector. “Wyong is perfectly placed to capitalise on With the Development this investment. Application for stage “We are only an one ready to be lodged hour from Sydney and with Wyong Council Newcastle and have long for the 15 hectare theme been a tourist destination park, Australia-China for those who love the Theme Park Pty Ltd have lakes and Coast. developed a nine minute “I think what you video animation giving see today is just the people their first view of beginning. the ambitious project. Artists’ impressions of Chinese Cultural Theme Park “Wyong Shire is now Due to open in stages With Chinese tourism set to become the theme from 2016, if approved, – it’s absolutely in that flows around the park been steadily increasing with traditional dragon in the past few years, with growing by an average park centre of NSW,” the theme park will category. “You certainly don’t boats passing under 700,000 tourists spending of 20% each year, said mayor C Eaton. have 12 main sections – including the Meridian see an investment of bridges and willow trees; over $4 billion in 2012, Destination NSW’s China Media release, 4 Aug 2014 Gate, Thanksgiving $500 million in a tourism a giant ship is both a according to a report by Tourism Strategy predicts Wyong Council media that the value of Chinese Temple, Zheng He’s project very often,” said ride and a celebration of Tourism Australia. shared maritime history Treasure Ship, Arts and mayor Cr Eaton. The park, to be called between Australia and Crafts Workshop, Spring Festival Square, Panda Chappypie China Time, China, and there is the aims to integrate Chinese temple and residential Paradise and more. “It is incredibly ‘culture, nature and area to be built first. Council sold the land, exciting for this to get spirit’. People enter via The which is adjacent to the to the stage of lodging a Airport, Development Application Red Gate and through to Warnervale and to see the sheer scale the Forbidden City, with to the Australia-China Park Pty Ltd in golden2014 dragon ThemeYour of the project,” September said a flying 12, independent community newspaper - Ph: 4325 7369 winding its way through 2012 for $10 million. Mayor Cr Doug Eaton. “The mayor of Wyong “I’ve truly never seen the park. A variety of Shire Council was anything like this before ember for investigated by early opportunity to – it’s going to blow entertainment, cultural, willing to back us when S w a n s e a the Independent clear my name.” people away when they accommodation and retail no one else would,” said “In the meantime, Garry Commission watch the video and get areas are included, such Australia-China Theme a sense of how big and as a history of calligraphy, Park CEO Mr Bruce Edwards has Against Corruption I have decided to stand aside from the imaginative this concept panda paradise, a theatre Zhong. announced his (ICAC). “The mayor really is and what it can for traditional drama and Mr Edwards has Parliamentary Liberal decision to stand Party. Chinese do in terms of tourism for musical performances, understands aside from the now joined fellow “I have informed the Chinese landscape culture and the need our Shire. P a r l i a m e n t a r y Central Coast Liberal Premier of my decision “The developers have gardens and a panorama for local government Liberal Party MPs Chris Spence, and he has accepted it.” involvement in terms of Chinese history. long been telling us that f o l l o w i n g Darren Webber and Other features include: of attracting Chinese this Theme Park will be Media statement, allegations he Chris Hartcher on the up there with the Opera small laneways leading investment and now the crossbench. 14 Aug 2014 is involved in House and Sydney off the main square to results are in for everyone Gerald Cowen, office of Mr Edwards said: yong has granted r othe c eerection e d i n g s “I look forward to an to see.” unanimous consentpfor artsCouncil and handicraft Garry Edwards MP Harbour Bridge in terms various In-bound Chinese atcurrently foodSeniors of 88Chinese self-care Living dwellings the Glengara being of tourist attractions and displays, to Australia teahouses; a Village river tourism in Tumbi Umbi. has I’ve got to hand it to them and Retirement

y o n g Council has received plans which will form part of the Development Application for the first stage of the Chinese Cultural Theme Park at Warnervale, the Thanksgiving Temple, which includes three main buildings and statues of Whiterobed Guanyin and Thousand-hand Guanyin.

Four new three storey buildings will be erected on the site with basement car parking for 20 vehicles and seven visitor spaces. The dwellings are a mix of one and two bedrooms with private balcony space. The existing Glengara Village currently has 280 dwellings on the site. The approved development has a

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Plans for Thanksgiving Temple received ouncil will initiate a Gateway approval process for a new 7,000 student tertiary education facility, student accommodation for 1,500 and a business park on a greenfield site near Warnervale.

Councillors made the decision on Wednesday, August 27, after viewing a new Concept Masterplan for the Education Precinct including an economic viability assessment and preliminary layout plan. Mayor Cr Doug Eaton said the concept was truly exciting for the Central An artist's impression of the proposed university precinct at Warnervale Coast community. “I will assist by “This report conﬁrms school education options the Federal Education there is high demand alongside the university Department and we will continuing to facilitate continue to partner with meetings between with a shortfall of 7,600 courses. “Council will now both the State and Federal Wyong Shire Council, university places in the greater Central Coast and prepare a Planning governments on this Education Minister the Hon. Christopher Pyne Hunter Valley region,” Cr Proposal for submission project.” to the NSW Government’s Federal Member MP and the Education Eaton said. approval for Dobell Ms Karen Department to ensure this “Economically, it ‘Gateway’ showed the project would process and will seek McNamara said she proposal meets Federal contribute $650 million Expressions of Interest was determined to see requirements. “Reforms being when fully developed (EOI) from potential greater access to higher to the and over 5,000 jobs partners for the project,” education on the Central introduced Coast. Cr Eaton said. Parliament will encourage during construction, Your independent community newspaper - Ph: 4325 7369 “We will seek partners “We committed to the development of with ongoing economic beneﬁt of over $9 million including a university as working with Wyong new higher education providing per annum and more than the anchor tenant and a Shire Council in our facilities, 1,300 full time jobs,” he range of other education ‘Growth Plan for the greater choice and and training providers Central Coast’ prior to the opportunity for students.” said. The Concept Plans include including technical, trade election and I am pleased broadening the range and possibly secondary to see the ongoing Masterplan for the development of this project outlines an of education on offer at school components. “We’ve already had project,” Ms McNamara overall vision for an the site and co-locating integrated and interactive technical, trade and high fruitful discussions with said.

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all levels of government for new infrastructure, facilities and services in the Wyong Shire. “The Wyong to Warnervale Link Rd is absolutely crucial and will make a huge difference to our ability to provide for growth, unlocking 8,500

be cleverly linked by pedestrian and cycle pathways, attractive landscaping and plenty of open green space. Mayor Cr Eaton said the Concept Plan conﬁrmed the site has the potential to be developed into a university precinct. “The site has a footprint with the right gradients and is strategically located close to rail and road transport,” Cr Eaton said. “Development would be limited to 14% of the entire site to reduce walking distances on campus and preserve large tracts of bushland. “It will be an excellent use for this site.” The Planning Proposal will ask for minor changes to the Wyong LEP 2013 to allow additional land uses, increased building heights and changed density controls. The land is currently under the zones of SP2-Educational Establishment, B7Business Park and E2-Environmental Conservation. Once a ‘Gateway’ Approval is granted, the Concept Masterplan for the Wyong Education and Business Precinct will be exhibited for public feedback for 28 days.

jobs and housing for 4,200 people. “Completion of the $45 million capital works project will open up the northern Shire suburbs, facilitate development of the Warnervale Town Centre and Business Precinct and improve

transport connections. “But it cannot go ahead without dedicated funding from the State Government and these latest population ﬁgures are proof that new infrastructure is necessary to cope with exponential growth,” said mayor Cr Eaton.

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from 12-yards himself. The New Zealand international’s effort from the spot struck the crossbar, but with the Mariners slow to react, former player Michael McGlinchey managed to head past a stranded Liam Reddy to make the score 1-1. Phoenix came out after the break looking the sharper of the two teams and it took them less than 10 minutes in the second stanza to take the lead. Burns clinically finished a sweet move involving McGlinchey, Doyle and Brockie to put Ernie Merrick’s men ahead. Sensing his side needed some spark Moss made three quick-fire changes, introducing Glen Trifiro, Anthony Caceres and Nick Fitzgerald as he looked to inspire his charges. Certainly, the trio made an impact on proceedings, however, Fitzgerald’s header which hit the post plus Trifiro’s goal-bound shot which was palmed away by Phoenix goalkeeper Glen Moss was as close as the Mariners came to salvaging a point from the match. “We gifted them two goals and at this level you can’t do that,” Central Coast Mariners head coach Phil Moss said post-game. “We took the lead and we pride ourselves on this being a fortress at Central Coast Stadium – when you go 1-nil up, you can’t afford to give away goals of any sort, let alone gift-wrapped.

“Ironically, I thought the overall performance this week was much better than last week. “Last week we got three points, and this week we’ve got nothing to show for it. “I was very happy with the impact that Trifiro, Fitzgerald and Caceres all had. “They’re quality footballers and they’re unlucky not to be in the starting 11 at the moment, so I thought all three of them came in and did extremely well and gave us momentum off the bench. “We’ve now got two

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