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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

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. Media release, 12 Oct 2014 David Harris, Labor candidate for Wyong

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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

Wamberal Lagoon, Avoca Lagoon, Patonga Creek, Pearl Beach rock pool, Ettalong Channel, Pretty Beach baths, Woy Woy baths, Davistown baths and Yattalunga baths were all given a poor rating while Terrigal Lagoon was given a very poor rating. Nine swimming locations, including MacMasters Beach, Avoca, North Avoca, Wamberal and Forresters Beach were labelled as good. No swimming locations in the Gosford LGA were labelled as very good, compared with 16 of Wyong Shire’s swimming locations that received the top rating. According to the report, while water quality was generally suitable for swimming in dry weather conditions at Terrigal and Ocean Beaches, elevated enterococci levels may be recorded following light rainfall. “Terrigal beach is often impacted by discharge from Terrigal Lagoon. “It is recommended that swimming be avoided during and up to one day after rainfall or if there are signs of stormwater pollution, such as discoloured water or odour or ﬂoating debris,” states the report. The report highlighted 42 swimming locations in NSW that failed to live up to the community’s expectations for water safety including four ocean beaches, 22

estuarine beaches and 16 lake/lagoon swimming sites. Gosford Council’s Director of Governance and Planning Ms Danielle Dickson said local beachgoers could be confident that Gosford City 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. “Unfortunately, not all of our beaches escaped the impacts of rainfall during the year with Terrigal and Ocean beaches rated as poor. “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. “Forty one percent of Gosford’s 22 monitored sites were graded as good or very good in 2013/2014, up from 32% in 2012/2013. “However, the report also identified the continued water quality issues at 11 of the region’s lagoon, estuarine and ocean baths swimming sites. “Sites like Terrigal Lagoon, Patonga Creek, Ettalong Channel and Cockrone Lagoon rated poorly, mainly due to stormwater and wastewater impacts following wet conditions and flooding events.

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“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 by improving the performance, reliability and capacity of its sewerage and stormwater networks in

the vicinity of many of these sites. “Just this year, two new stormwater harvesting and reuse schemes worth around $7 million started operating in Terrigal and East Gosford. “We’re also currently seeking the community’s feedback on our latest efforts to protect the health of Wamberal, Terrigal, Avoca and Cockrone lagoons. “The draft Coastal Zone Management Plan for Gosford’s Coastal Lagoons will provide guidance for future actions that will help to achieve longterm improvements to each lagoon’s health,” Ms

Dickson said. 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 in their latest State of the Beaches report. “This has an impact on our everyday lives. “Our beaches are dirtier than they once were. “You get more wastewater overﬂows into our rivers and

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hirteen of the 22 swimming locations in the Gosford LGA have been given the thumbs down on water quality and swimming safety in the State of the Beaches 2013-14 report, including popular tourist beaches, Terrigal and Ocean Beach.

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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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.

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Chamber estimates 5000 at centenary “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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Major Tuggerah intersection upgrade underway inister for Roads and Freight Mr Duncan Gay turned the first sod on Friday, October 10, for early work to upgrade the Pacific Highway and Wyong Road intersection at Tuggerah.

Minister for Roads and Freight Mr Duncan Gay at the Pacific Highway and Wyong Road intersection at Tuggerah

The NSW Government provided $5 million this year to complete planning and start work at this location. “We will replace the existing roundabout with traffic lights. “This will make it safer, reduce the risk of crashes and reduce congestion for the 55,000 motorists using it daily,” Minister Gay said. “Work includes installing dual left and right turn lanes on Wyong Rd for traffic turning on to the Pacific Highway and widening the road from two to three lanes in each direction on Wyong Rd. “As part of major building work, which starts next year, a new bridge will be built beside the existing bridge over the railway to

accommodate eastbound traffic and the pedestrian underpass on Wyong Rd will be extended. “The entire project is expected to be completed in 2018, weather permitting,” Minister Gay said. Changed traffic conditions are now in place on the Pacific Highway and Wyong Rd from 7pm to 5am on weeknights until the end of the month. Roads and Maritime Services are carrying out traffic management work along the Pacific Highway and Wyong Rd including traffic signage installation, line marking changes, temporary safety barrier installation and tree clearing. “The upgrade to the Pacific Highway and Wyong Rd intersection

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More money Gough Whitlam remembered for local roads ederal Member for Shortland Ms Jill Hall has payed tribute arrived and finally Gough to former Prime Minister Gough Whitlam following his recent and ‘Dame’ Margaret alighted from their passing.

“Today is a sad day, not only for Gough’s family and the Labor Party but also for Australia,” said Ms Hall. “Gough Whitlam was the father of modern Australia. “He brought Australia from a colony to a nation. “He was responsible for a society that valued education, diversity and the arts. “Gough changed the face of Australia during his short time as Prime Minister of Australia and he was a real inspiration to me, and other Australians. “I joined the Labor Party because of Gough Whitlam. “The achievements of the Whitlam Government were many. “They included the end of conscription and the bringing home of the troops from Vietnam, the introduction of universal health care, free university education, abolition of the death penalty and the beginning of diplomatic relations with China. “Gough Whitlam changed the face of Australia forever “Australia became a more inclusive society because of Gough, and at this time we should all reflect on

free higher education, thanks to Gough. “We have a universal healthcare system we enjoy today, it’s called Medicare and Gough made it happen. “Gough Whitlam was the father of Aboriginal land rights, and ushered in a new age of rights for the indigenous owners of our land. “Labor is a richer party for his leadership, Australia is a richer nation for his vision,” said Senator O’Neill. In a book written by former Member for Robertson Mr Barry Cohen called ‘Bringing the House Down’, Cohen makes reference to Whitlam a number of times. One such anecdote which follows was called ‘The Last Hurrah’. “When the Great Man retired in 1978, I decided to hold the ‘Farewell to Gough’ evenings,” said Cohen in his book. “The response was unbelievable. “Within days we had exceeded the 700 ticket capacity of the Central Coast Leagues Club in Gosford and I had to go on the local radio station 2GO to announce that no more tickets were available. “The great night

the achievements of a principled man who was an inspiration and visionary,” said Ms Hall. Senator for NSW Deborah O’Neill also offered her condolences and said Australia was in mourning for one of its giants. “Gough Whitlam came to be Prime Minister with a new vision for Australia,” said Senator O’Neill. “An Australia, that for the first time, lifted its people like never before. “An Australia that was committed to the equality of opportunity for all people, universal access to health and education; not tied to your postcode or your bank balance, but to your capacity. “An Australia that welcomed and encouraged a multicultural awakening. “We opened our doors with generosity and hope to our brothers and sisters from around the world to share and build the Australian dream with us. “This vision was matched by a passion for delivery. “A generation of young people, who would never previously been able to attend, were able to expand their lives and take advantage of new opportunities through

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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

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

“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 thereduction Ocean Beach The hazard burn in Hotel. progress at Koolewong “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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Gosford City Town Crier Mr Stephen Clarke and Peninsula Chamber of Commerce president Mr Matthew Wales at the Umina Beach Centenary celebrations

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through the requirements for the directors. On the motion of Cr Scott, the or joined with others, the final next stage of the restructure but, One was retained as a council resolved to require general structure and time frame, the effect at this stage, councillors have had project officer, two new directors manager Mr Paul Anderson to on staff and the public and the Ettalong Channel Channel, Ocean Beach, Pearl Sixallofsenior the nine swimming little information”. were engaged and provide council with aswimming report by in thethe physical changes within council and at Woy Woybuildings. Baths for up to Beach Rockpool and Patonga She said council had seen management positions were the year on the restructure. locations in end the ofPeninsula days after rainfall or evident all received a poor rating. changes that included a change abolished and were area advertised as Mr Anderson be required Council has also Creek required that are below standards of willthree stormwater pollution. According in the number of directorates new positions. to report on the budget for the a monthly report be presented onto the report, while water quality and swimming Cr Scott said that the council from five to three with a number While KillcaretheBeach, Pearl water quality was generally suitable Existing senior managers were restructure, the change in staff progress of the restructure safety in the State of the had approved the restructure of responsibilities falling under offered to apply for for swimming and Umina Beach received advertised numbers, changes Beach in programs following the presentation of the in dry weather 2013-14 report. earlier this year with minimal the office of the general manager, positions, redeploy Beaches a good rating, or take a and services, outsourcing, the Woy initial Woy report.Baths, conditions at Ocean Beach, The report advised that Pretty Beach Baths, Ettalong elevated enterococci levels may be supportive information. the said abolition of all executive package; all but two senior number of redundancies, positions Gosford Council agenda made a huge difference, and we Ms Wicks local businesses Agreement has been reachedexecutive She said the council’s following light rainfall. positions need whichmore. managers left and the advertised dissolved in the structure to date NM.22,recorded 23 Sep 2014 are also leadership welcomingteam the rollout, to rollout CCTV at team Woy Woy, leadership and senior were re-established with different positions were filled by new staff, and proposed for the future, the The report stated that Pretty “It means people will think including Richardson and Wrench Umina and Ettalong. managers were now “working roles, and the departure of three she said. Beach Baths and Patonga Creek departments to be abolished Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Real Estate principal Mr Phil twice before they engage in crime were also frequently suitable for or anti-social behaviour in our Wicks said an agreement had been McCord. swimming during dry weather Mr McCord said: “I know that community,” Mr McCord said. reached with Gosford Council to THISofISSUE contains 51have articles more items for this issue at www.peninsulanews.infoconditions, but elevated levels Media release,news 19 Sep 2014 cameras that we in some - Read deliver the first instalments the the of enterococci were recorded Tim Sowden, Office of areas here at Umina Beach have $680,000 funding. following light rainfall. “Local police have been telling Elevated enterococci levels were me how CCTV can be a significant often recorded during both dry and deterrent to anti-social behaviour, wet weather conditions at Ettalong and is a valuable investigative tool. Channel and Woy Woy Baths. “Funding will be provided from The report advises that proceeds of crime, which means swimming at these locations is that the crimes of yesterday will best avoided during and for up to be used to prevent future crimes in three days following rainfall or if our communities.” there are any signs of stormwater Gosford Council general pollution, such as discoloured water manager Mr Paul Anderson said or fl oating debris. the next steps would involve close However, Gosford Council’s liaison with local police, business Woy Woy Baths director of governance and planning owners and residents to make sure the new cameras are set up to provide the best possible THIS ISSUE contains 51 articles - Read more news items for Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks with Brisbane Water community safety outcomes.

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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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Commonwealth car and were ushered up the front steps of the Leagues Club for the inevitable glass of sherry with the mayor, state members of Parliament and directors of the club, as a preliminary to entering the ballroom where the 700 waited. “‘Well Comrade, how’s it going” he enquired. “‘Wonderful! Unbelievable in fact.” “I explained to him the stunning response to the invitations. “How we’d sold the whole 700 tickets. “How I’d had to go on radio telling people to stop phoning my office etc. “‘You know it’s amazing, when you were Prime Minister, they all hated you. “When you became Leader of the Opposition, they still didn’t like you and yet now you’ve announced your retirement, they all love you.’ “His eyes narrows, the teeth started to grind as only he can grind them and he snarled: ‘They never stopped loving me, it was you bastards they hated’.” Media release, 21 Oct 2014 Lisa McDermott, office of Jill Hall MP Media release, 21 Oct 2014 Richard Mehrtens, office of Deborah O’Neill ‘Bringing the House Down’, Barry Cohen, 2011

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yong Council will receive over $6 million for local road construction and street repairs under the Australian Government’s $2.1 billion Roads to Recovery programme.

Federal Member for Dobell Ms Karen McNamara said: “Gosford City Council and Wyong Shire Council will share in over $12 million and importantly have the discretion to make road spending decisions based on local needs, to ensure that funding is truly directed to where it is most needed in the community. “These funds will make a real difference in building roads, repairing streets and creating better access across the Central Coast community. Ms McNamara said Gosford City Council would receive $5,916,887 and Wyong Shire Council would receive $6,125,050 over the next five years, with their first allocations

being delivered in November. “This funding is in addition to the recently announced $1.4 million to fix four dangerous black spots in Dobell and our $2.75 million election commitment to upgrade the Ridgeway and Jensens Rd. “Through Roads to Recovery, the Australian Government is supporting our councils with the ongoing maintenance of Australia’s local road infrastructure, facilitating greater access, improving safety, and driving economic and social advances,” she said. Media release, 30 Sep 2014 Luke Nayna, office of Karen McNamara MP

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Koala Park now in public ownership

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oala Park at Colungra, formerly owned by Delta Electricity, has been kept in public ownership for the benefit of the local community with the signing of a new lease.

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he presentation of the annual Rotary Club Community Service Awards was held on Tuesday, October 7.

Member for Dobell Ms Karen McNamara was on hand along, with The Entrance Rotary Club president Mr Peter Ward and Wyong Rotary Club president Mr Wayne Ballard, to read the citations and present the awards to six community citizens. Nominated by their peers, the recipients were both humbled and honoured to have received such an award. “It is nights like this that remind me what hardworking, honest and selfless people we have in the Dobell community,” said Ms McNamara. “It makes me proud to be the Federal Member for Dobell.” Recipients of the awards included John

Walker from The Men’s Shed, Glenis Marshall and Racquel Hassett from Bateau Bay PCYC, Warren Everard and Anthony Duggan from The Entrance SLSC and Fred Murray from Bateau Bay Men’s Shed. “It was the variety of the community work undertaken that was the main winner of the night,” said Ms McNamara. “These community members have skills and knowledge ranging from volunteer work overseas to IRB water safety, from youth engagement to woodwork. “These awards enable The Rotary Club to acknowledge these skills and the difference these community members make in Dobell.” Media release, 8 Oct 2014 Luke Nayna, office of Karen McNamara MP

In April 2012, New South Wales Labor MLC for the Central Coast Mr Greg Donnelly joined with Member for Shortland Ms Jill Hall and former Member for Wyong Mr David Harris (now Labor candidate for Wyong) to launch a petition calling on the NSW Liberal Government to protect important Delta Electricity land by placing it into public ownership ahead of the proposed privatisation of Electricity assets in New South Wales. A protest meeting with locals was held in heavy rain at the Extreme Sports Park, San Remo to highlight community concerns that public access to Koala Park, Camp Breakaway and the Extreme Sports Park could be lost in any privatisation of electricity assets. “At the time I stated that I didn’t think people realised that the full privatisation of Delta Electricity would mean that this land could also be sold into private ownership, possibly to a foreign multi-national and that as a consequence, public use of the area could be changed or stopped altogether,” said Mr Harris. “The then Liberal Minister for the Central Coast, Chris Hartcher, derided our concerns and accused us of scare mongering, claiming there was no threat with any sale. “Since we applied public pressure however, a new lease was signed

with Camp Breakaway and now with Wyong Shire Council to protect Koala Park proving our initial concerns were correct – that these important assets could have been lost. “I particularly congratulate the local San Remo Community for standing up to the State

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Government and calling for action to protect these important public assets for the benefit of generations to come. “Koala Park hosts many community festivals and events including the Youth Week GOATS Festival and any sale of Delta Electricity would have put future

events in jeopardy. “The northern Central Coast community deserves to have a place for festivals and community events and many local residents volunteer to promote the positive aspects of their local area. “At the time, Federal member for Shortland Jill Hall had called for this precinct to be managed by a public trust, so whilst this has not occurred, we are happy that Wyong Shire Council will be the custodian and we certainly welcome their commitment to upgrade the existing facilities. “We were proud to stand shoulder to shoulder with the local community on this issue and we are pleased that they have now achieved a positive result,” said Mr Harris.

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Fibre-to-the-node NBN for 15 suburbs ifteen communities in the Wyong 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 Budgewoi, Canton Beach, Charmhaven, Gorokan, Hamlyn Terrace, Kanwal, Lake Haven, Norah Head, Noraville, Toukley, Tuggerawong, Wadalba, Warnervale, Woongarrah and Wyongah. 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. Wyong Council mayor Cr Doug Eaton welcomed the announcement and said it was great to see the NBN Co prioritise the Central Coast in its rollout plans. “This announcement is an incredible coup for Wyong Shire and it is something we have pushed hard to get for our community,” said mayor Cr Eaton. “NBN Co has recognised us as a priority area and it is great to see we are first in line for the next stage of the rollout. “In the long term, it will transform life on the

Central Coast. “Higher speed downloads will make working from home a much more viable and attractive option for a high percentage of our commuting workers. “We’ll see businesses relocate here for our great lifestyle and affordable office space, and we will see more hi-tech business hubs open up,” he said. The hubs are an alternative place of work to the home office where employees can be in a professional office supported by state-of-theart technology without having to do the long commute to Sydney. Currently, over 22,000 residents leave Wyong Shire for work every day. Media release, 20 Oct 2014 Wyong Council media Media release, 20 Oct 2014 Dan Chamberlain, NBN Co

Ramp maintenance resolved yong Council has agreed to take over ownership and maintenance of the Lakes Beach access ramp after clarifying that it is on land owned by council.

There is also a deck attached to the ramp that is not on council land and there will be ongoing discussion with the relevant parties about future maintenance and ownership. The Northern Lakes Disability Tourism Precinct Committee has constructed a beach access ramp at Lakes

Beach with financial and in-kind support from council. Council already owns and maintains approximately 80 ramps and other accesses to Shire beaches and this ramp will be added to the maintenance schedule. Council was requested by the Committee to take ownership of and

maintain the access ramp. Mayor Cr Doug Eaton said: “Now that is has been clarified that it is on fact on Council land we are happy to take over ownership and maintenance of this important community asset.” Media statement, 22 Oct 2014 Wyong Council media

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Proposal to rezone reserve at Wadalba rezoning proposal to trial affordable housing on a site in Louisiana Rd, Wadalba, will be subject to two rounds of public consultation.

The planning proposal, submitted to the NSW Government’s Gateway process in late September, recommends that a small area of land next to Mascord Park at the Wadalba Sporting Complex be rezoned for affordable housing to help ease the shortage of housing for residents suffering from housing stress. The official address of the site is 155 Louisiana Rd, Wadalba and access is obtained via Van Stappen Rd. Manager of Property Development Mr Steve Mann stressed that there was no Development Application as yet. “The rezoning proposal is currently with the NSW Department of Planning and Environment, as part of the draft Wyong Local Environment Plan 2013 – Major Amendment 1, for a Gateway determination,” Mr Mann said. “The planning proposal considers and addresses any possible environmental impacts and other legislative requirements for the rezoning. “If the Department provides agreement in

principle, there is still a lot of consultation to do with various agencies and it will need to be placed on public exhibition for community feedback before any final approval of the proposed rezoning is granted by the Department. “There would then be a second step with council preparing a separate Development Application that will also be subject to public exhibition and consultation,” he said. Mayor Cr Doug Eaton said this was a proposal to rezone the reserve for affordable housing, not social housing. Affordable housing is open to a broader range of household incomes than social housing. “There is a dire need for affordable housing in the Shire,” mayor Cr Eaton said. “It is vital to plan more affordable housing areas to meet the needs of people in the Shire under housing stress, such as pensioners and young people on low incomes,” he said. “The 2012 Wyong Housing Study identified that there were over 14,000 people in

the Shire suffering housing stress with more than 30% of their income going towards accommodation,” he said. “Housing stress has become even more of an issue in the last two years with increasing housing prices and rents as the property market starts to recover from the lows of 2011/12. “There is a shortage of smaller homes in the Shire with most existing housing being three to four bedroom free standing homes. “This is highlighted in the NSW Government’s Central Coast Growth and Infrastructure Plan which is currently open for public comment. “In fact, the provision of affordable housing is identified as a key consideration for all levels of government in the Central Coast region over the next 20 years. “Council is making good on our promises to make our own land available for such an important purpose,” he said. Media release, 15 Oct 2014 Wyong Council media

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Rezoning opposed With obesity rates on yong Shire Council has recently voted to amend the Wyong Local Environmental Plan 2013 to rezone 155 Louisiana Rd the Central Coast on the Wadalba (Lot 1 DP 369486) from RE1 Public Recreation to rise, reducing the access and reducing facilities R1 General Residential.

This is for the purpose of including the land as a potential site under its Affordable Housing Plan. This proposal by Wyong Shire Council would see 8,000m2 of passive recreational use lost to the local community. Mascord Park is a valuable recreation space in the developing community. It has walking paths, open space and car park facilities which support the Wadalba Sports Complex. There are many issues which arise with the development and rezoning of the recreational space, regardless of whether the proposed land is used for ‘Affordable housing’ for the elderly, or for those who require accommodation due to financial pressures, including community housing developments. Myself, and the residents of the local and surrounding community, as users of these sporting facilities and adjacent businesses, all oppose the amendment of the site. Potentially increased road traffic from ‘affordable housing’ residents will become dangerous, as Wadalba Community School backs on to the proposed site. Many students from K-12 walk home and cross Van Stappen Rd – the only means of access for residents of the proposed site. Children’s lives may become more at

risk as it is already a busy road. The Sports Complex is used, sometimes late into the night during the week, and also early in the morning on the weekends. Stadium lighting is used for visibility and there will obviously be noise from users in conjunction with games and training events. Will the residents of this ‘affordable housing’ be happy about this? No. I think not. Parking facilities are inadequate for both customers and staff at the local supermarket, convenience stores and the doctors, dentist, chemist and childcare facility, as well as for parents doing school drop offs/pick-ups. The redevelopment and rezoning on the proposed land will mean increased population and an increase in vehicles in the area. How can current facilities cope with this increase? The sporting complex adjacent to the proposed site will lose parking facilities on the site of the proposed changes. There is already a lack of parking spaces available in the car park on Louisiana Rd leaving vehicles to sometimes park dangerously along the road. This not only puts passenger safety at risk,

but also local residents and traffic in the area. Residents of the estate will not have ease of access to the sporting facilities and will need to walk along the dangerous areas of the Pacific Highway and Louisiana Rd intersection, where many lives have been lost in multi vehicle accidents, rather than the footpath and bike access which is currently laid there. Emergency service vehicles could be delayed, including the fire trucks from the fire station on Louisiana Rd and ambulances and patient transport vehicles which attend to residents of local aged care and nursing homes, including Magnolia Manor, Opal Aged Care and William Cape Gardens. This is putting the lives of the public at risk, by potentially delaying emergency assistance. Ease of access to the skate park, paths and sports field will be lost for residents. It is too dangerous to access via the Pacific Highway for people with a family to walk. Potentially, this could result in the loss of a life. There is already a lack of open space for parks in the local area, and with the population increasing (both sides of Johns Rd), there will be more users of such facilities. For many residents, this area is used for play, family days, to watch or participate in sports events, or for general exercise.

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adjacent to this area is putting strain on the Government and Health Authorities and for the population and their health, which will have detrimental consequences for future generations. Once development and rezoning begins, it doesn’t stop. How long will it be before the entire complex is taken over with developments? The proposed site currently has both a car park and pedestrian access to the complex facilities and is shared with various native flora and fauna. Development in this area will result in loss of native wildlife and their homes, just like the destruction of some parts of the Wadalba Wildlife Corridor on both sides of Orchard Way and The Ridge, and the surrounding areas. While there is need for affordable housing, I wonder if our local government has considered any of these factors. Perhaps a new site which currently has no existing use, yet is accessible to public transport and other facilities, would be more suitable for the development. Letter, 22 Oct 2014 Emma Fry, Wadalba

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This parkland is a vital part of the community, widely used by Wadalba Community School, Kanwal Warnervale Rovers, various cricket teams on the Coast and many residents with disabilities because it is so accessible. It is also widely used by local residents and not to forget the wildlife we have left after the developments of recent houses built in the last few years. As it was a costly project funded by ratepayers, it’s now serving a fantastic purpose we all enjoy. As Doug Eaton has stated in the Central Coast Express Advocate, “only a small portion will be used” that small portion is currently trees and resident wildlife and a parking area which is vital to sporting events and is used constantly. It is also an access walkway for residents, elderly, the disabled and children from the school. Given that 10 other

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areas were noted for development sites for this project, maybe they should be reassessed before ripping up parkland that the community needs. Once this rezoning is in place it is difficult to repair, re-establish or undo any trial development that doesn’t work. It affects the fauna, flora, community and our environment, not to mention the pockets. Let be what is already established and used every day of the week. Hands off! Email, 22 Oct 2014 Lisa Ahmad, Wadalba

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The DA seeks approval for the construction of a new multi-storey mixed use building which would comprise of approximately 276 residential units over 18 storeys, 134 hotel rooms over four storeys, pool and gym facilities, four levels of podium car parking, two levels of mixed use tenancies and basement parking and bicycle storage areas. The development would be spread over an integral podium from basement to level ﬁve, above this the hotel and residential apartments would be split over two towers, the eastern tower would run up to level 28 and the western tower to level 26. The site covers an area 5,462sqm with three street frontages to Mann St, Donnison St and Baker St. The existing development consists of ﬁve two-storey buildings with commercial tenancies occupying four of the buildings and the Union Hotel occupying the other. A bitumen car park with 67 parking spaces currently abuts these tenancies along Donnison St and Baker St The subject site is heritage listed with the Union Hotel existing on

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osford Council has given the green light for the ﬁnal land release in Terrigal, approving the Stevens Group’s master-planned development – Kings Estate Terrigal.

“The Community Title will allow for the effective management of community assets into the future and the creation of guidelines to steer the architectural integrity of the development, guaranteeing homes suit the landform and environment. “We are very excited about this project and what it means for Terrigal and the Central Coast. “This is the last land release in Terrigal and follows a 17-year rezoning and approval process. “With pent up interest from buyers, generated from the long wait for the land, it is anticipated that when lots go to market in mid-October, many of the lots will be snatched up in record time,” said Mr Stevens. Kings Estate Terrigal is named after the King family who were the original land owners in the area. System. The Coastal Open Space System includes part of Kincumba Mountain. Stevens Group managing director Mr John Stevens said: “The focus

for us on this development is very much on delivering an estate that embraces the natural beauty of the area and ensures the waterways and wildlife corridors are kept to the highest

of standards, while also boasting large lots. “To achieve this, we have dropped the density on site to ensure a minimum lot size of 570m2, while maintaining the natural

landscape by earmarking a substantial portion of the land to the Coastal Open Space System. “Further to this, the site will be developed under Community Title.

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October 15, 2014

Kings Estate Terrigal multi-million dollar land release approved

Kings Estate Terrigal will deliver 135 lots on 54.1 hectares of land located on Kings Ave at Terrigal, of which 18 hectares will be set aside to ensure the environment and ambience of the land is maintained. This will be the ﬁrst major residential development in Terrigal in more than 10 years, after the Stevens Group lodged a DA with Gosford Council earlier this year. The approved DA reﬂects a lower density development, with land that backs onto natural reserves and has an overall 135 lots, ranging from around 570m2 to more than 2,700m2. The development is scheduled to be completed in various stages, with 18 hectares allocated to Gosford Council under the Coastal Open Space

the site at the corner of Donnison St and Mann St since 1888. The original hotel building has been highly modified, with portions demolished to the north, the roof removed, most of the windows removed or modified, the Victorian veranda removed and substantial newer additions towards the west. The application proposes to retain the pub/hotel use by incorporating a licenced bar into level one and hotel on levels five to eight. According to the Statement of Environmental Effects, the proposed development seeks to achieve Gosford Council‘s strategic vision to intensify housing and commercial development, including tourism based functions and meet its urban design outcomes including establishing a podium building with setback towers above, creating emphasis at the corner of Donnison St and Mann St, maintaining view corridors, avoiding overshadowing of Kibble Park and creating interesting, high quality building form.

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With the population of the Central Coast projected to increase to almost 387,000 by 2031, the Discussion Paper was launched to

kick start the conversation about the Coast’s future, in particular the focus on creating more jobs closer to home.

“The Central Coast is a great place to live and raise a family, but there are real challenges we need to address if the community is

to harness the region’s full potential,” Ms Goward said. Mr Stokes said: “As the Coast grows, it’s critical we have the jobs, transport, roads, health services and jobs to allow the area to thrive in the future and that’s why the NSW Government

is planning for a growing Central Coast now.” The Your Future Central Coast discussion paper is the ﬁrst step in developing this plan. Feedback received will inform the draft regional growth and infrastructure

plan. Like the discussion paper, the draft plan will be released for further consultation and feedback. Email 19 Sep 2014 Central Coast Regional Development Corporation

Terrigal Lagoon and beach

into the ocean. “People are more likely to get sick “Our tourism sector also suffers because we have less ability to market our beautiful beaches to the world. “You can’t just blame the rain every time a beach has to be shut or someone gets sick. “That’s an excuse, not a solution,” said Mr Primrose. Media statement, 13 Oct 2014 Danielle Dickson, Gosford Council Media release, 7 Oct 2014 Chris Taylor, office of Peter Primrose State of the Beaches 2013-14 report, Oct 2014

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Cars crash at Gorokan intersection

Woman airlifted after car accident in Toukley

olice are appealing for information after a two vehicle crash in Gorokan on Thursday, October 16.

At about 10pm, emergency services were called to the intersection of Dudley St and Robson Ave, Gorokan, following reports of a two vehicle crash. Initial investigations suggested that a blue Mazda Astina was travelling east on Robson Ave when it crashed into a Nissan Navara travelling south on Dudley Ave. The male driver of the Astina was taken by ambulance paramedics to John Hunter Hospital

suffering from serious but non-life threatening injuries. The female driver, a red p-plater, and female passenger of the Nissan Navara were also taken by ambulance paramedics to John Hunter Hospital suffering from non-life threatening injuries. No other person was injured. Police from Tuggerah Lakes Local Area

Command and officers from the Metropolitan Crash Investigation Unit attended the scene and streets were closed while investigations took place. Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the crash are continuing and police are appealing for anyone who witnessed the crash to contact police.

5-year-old woman was airlifted to Royal North Shore Hospital on Monday, October 6, after her car struck a pole in Toukley.

CareFlight’s rapid response trauma team were despatched just after 3pm to Evans Rd, Toukley, landing on the adjacent oval. With local police, fire rescue and ambulance already on the scene, CareFlight’s doctor placed the woman in an induced coma and provided intubation to stabilise her for the trip to hospital. Treatment continued for serious head, facial, chest and limb injuries in the CareFlight helicopter on the flight to the

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Gorokan shooting olice are investigating a shooting that occurred in Gorokan on Sunday, October 5, at about 3:30am.

Police from Tuggerah Lakes Local Area Command have been told a man was woken by a noise outside his home in Malvina Pde, Gorokan. Police were alerted about five hours later

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when the occupant noticed pellets had struck a garden hose and the outside wall of a granny flat.

Scene of Crime officers have examined the building while a canvass of the local area has been conducted.

Budgewoi man charged with murder man faced court on Wednesday, October 1, after the body of a woman was found in the backyard of a home in Budgewoi.

Emergency services were called to the address in Sonoma Rd at about 12:15am on Wednesday, October 1, responding to reports that a woman had been found severely injured. Police from Tuggerah

Lakes Local Area Command attended and discovered the body of a woman believed to be aged in her 40s or 50s. A 55-year-old man was

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hospital. On arrival she was described as being in a critical but stable condition. It was the CareFlight

rapid response team’s third mission to the Central Coast in as many days over the holiday weekend, following a serious pedestrian injury on Saturday evening at Umina Beach and a diving incident at Terrigal on Sunday morning. This service is currently fully funded by the community and CareFlight’s generous supporters and donors make these missions possible. Media release, 6 Oct 2014 CareFlight Media

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arrested nearby. He was taken to Wyong Police Station where he was charged with murder and refused bail. Media release, 1 Oct 2014 NSW Police Media

40-year-old motorcyclist was airlifted to Sydney’s Westmead Hospital on Wednesday, October 1, after he suffered multiple injuries in a collision with a car in Charmhaven.

CareFlight’s rapid response trauma team were called to the intersection of the Pacific Highway and Awaba Ave, Charmhaven, just before 4pm. Police and ambulance paramedics were already on the scene and worked with the CareFlight doctor to provide initial treatment for multiple leg

fractures, a broken arm and other injuries. He was then placed aboard the CareFlight helicopter for transport to Westmead. Media release, 1 Oct 2014 CareFlight Media

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Husband follows wife on farming scholarship

386 cubic metres of illegally dumped material removed n a joint venture with Wyong Council, Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council (LALC) has been carrying out Stage 2 of the Darkinjung LALC - Illegal Dumping Clean Up 2013 which commenced late last year.

oongarrah farmer and managing director of Roses2Go, Wade Mann, was awarded one of 26 Nuffield Farming Scholarships for 2015 at a gala event in Launceston, Tasmania, on Wednesday, September 17.

The announcement came hot on the heels of his wife and business partner Nicky Mann’s return from her own global study tour with fellow 2014 Nuffield Scholarship recipients. In fact, the Mann’s have made Australian history as the first ever husband and wife business partnership to be awarded the scholarship in consecutive years. The scholarship entails a three stage intensive program that takes the nation’s best primary producers around the world to study the latest, environmentally sustainable farming techniques and practices.

Run since 1950, the Nuffield Farming Scholarship program has proven to be a targeted way of investing into the future of Australia’s primary industry sector. An added bonus of the scheme has been notable ongoing benefits for each scholar’s business and the communities in which they operate. Of her own experience as a Nuffield Scholar this year, Nicky described the tour as “a trip of a lifetime”. “As a team we maximised the study tour in every sense of the word. “And does it end here? “No, this is just

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the beginning of the rest of my life as an entrepreneur, a business owner, a community leader, an industry leader and a spokesperson for agriculture,” said Nicky. Wade will use the scholarship to research integrated pest management strategies for the greenhouse hydroponic production of berry crops. Having recently diversified half their total greenhouse area to the commercial production of blueberries and raspberries to complement the roses for which they are renowned, the Mann’s are keen to investigate environmentally and ecologically sound pest control options for their crops. “The challenge in Australia is to successfully implement bio-control technology using commercially available honeybees as an alternative to bumblebees, which are globally acclaimed as superior pollinators but forbidden entry on our shores,” said Wade. Media release, 18 Sep 2014 Phaedra Pym, A Way With Words

The project, which was funded under the NSW Environment Protection Authority’s Clean Up and Deterrence of Illegal Dumping on Aboriginal Owned Lands Grant, aimed to prevent unauthorised access and dumping on Aboriginal owned lands within the Wyong Shire. Darkinjung has now successfully completed this stage of the major project which saw work completed on two sites at Wyee Rd. In total, 386 cubic metres of waste material was removed after being illegally dumped on the sites. From this, all but two per cent of the material was taken, recycled and

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reused as landfill. Darkinjung CEO Mr Sean Gordon said: “As the largest private land owner in Wyong Shire, we have experienced significant issues with illegal access and dumping in the past.” “The dumping of illegal materials such as concrete, asbestos, building rubble, plastic and general domestic waste has caused several million dollars’ worth of damage to our lands. “I am very proud of what we have now achieved. “This stage of Illegal Dumping Clean Up has been very successful and I would like to thank everyone who has been involved with the project. “This clean up could

not have been possible without our partner Wyong Shire Council and the funding which was supplied through the NSW Environment Protection Authority,” said Mr Gordon. In total, the materials that were removed from the sites consisted of 60% recycled aggregate, seven per cent steel, 11% tyres and 22% mixed waste. In order to prevent further illegal dumping, approximately 20 concrete bollards, two lockable gates and 100 metres of steel bollards have been put in place. Media release, 15 Oct 2014 Ashleigh Milne, Brilliant Logic

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Business

Granting of consent disputed

State of the art food processing plant opened multi-million dollar food processing plant in North Wyong that will create up to 93 jobs was officially opened on Monday, October 13, by Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional Infrastructure and Services Andrew Stoner.

Mr Stoner said The Cordina Food Co would use the plant at North Wyong as its modern headquarters to produce fresh and frozen food products as well as readyto-eat gourmet items. He said the plant was a significant milestone in the development of new commercial opportunities on the Central Coast. “As many as 93 jobs will be created at this new plant, which is great news for the people of the Central Coast,” Mr Stoner said. “The NSW Government is pleased to support this very worthwhile project and congratulates Cordina Food Co for its vote of confidence in the region. “This is the first facility of its kind to be built in Australia and it features cutting edge

standards of innovation and techniques in the preparation of readyto-eat chicken and meat products,” he said. Cordina Food Co CEO Ms Louise Cordina thanked the NSW Government for the assistance it provided through its Regional Industries Investment Fund, and said it was an important factor in getting the project up and running. “This is such a growth area and we’re very pleased that this new plant can bring a large number of sustainable jobs to the region,” Ms Cordina said. “We’re very proud of what we’re creating on the Central Coast and what the future holds. This is a state-of-the-art processing plant. “We’ve partnered with

Coles Supermarkets to launch a large range of products from the new plant,” she said. Mr Stoner said the new plant consolidated Cordina’s presence on the Central Coast. “The company already sources a substantial amount of its chicken produce from broiler farms on the Central Coast,” he said. “Now it has established its first major processing operation in the area, which means greater stability for local farms,” Mr Stoner said. “As an industry sector, chicken broiler farms are worth between $131 million and $186 million to the Central Coast economy each year.” Media release, 13 Oct 2014 Blake Hardy, office of Andrew Stoner MP

More dual occupancy development encouraged n a move to encourage more affordable housing availability and remove energy inefficient older homes that are also likely to contain hazardous materials, such as asbestos, Wyong Council has proposed changes to development controls to encourage more dual occupancy development in the Shire.

The proposed changes reduce the minimum lot size and open space area size required for dual occupancy development proposals where an existing dwelling, older than 30 years, would be removed. Council is also looking at waiving the requirements for kerb, gutter and foot paving for dual occupancy

development in isolated sites, for a period of 12 months, unless a significant safety concern is evident. Mayor Cr Doug Eaton said: “This is an incentive to remove the very old ‘fibro dogboxes’ that are at the end of their useful life and will deliver better and more affordable housing options for the community.”

“This is a sensible move that will not only help meet projected demand for more affordable homes, it will increase the amount of housing which meets modern building and energy efficiency standards and stimulate the construction industry in the Shire,” he said. Media statement, 8 Oct 2014 Wyong Council media

hardware and building supplies business has commenced trading as Eaton’s Mitre 10, Ourimbah on the site known as The Big Flower without the prior consent of Wyong Council.

Mayor Cr Doug Eaton is a former director of the business but said he resigned some time ago. The business is owned by Cr Eaton’s father and brother and was established by his late grandfather. According to Wyong Council, council has not granted consent for the use of The Big Flower premises as a hardware store. The operator at the premises asserts that the premises has ‘existing use’ rights, and council is currently assessing a development application to alter these alleged ‘existing uses’.

The development application will be determined by the council, not under delegation Mayor Cr Eaton said: “There is, and at all times has been, a consent issued by council in 1991 that permitted a wide range of uses at the site, council has now conceded that.” “The statement that the business started without a consent is equally false,” he said. A development application seeking a change of use for part of the site to enable a hardware and building supply business to operate was lodged on May 26.

The applicant is seeking consent under the provisions of ‘existing use’ in accordance with the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act. The development application is currently under assessment and will be reported to council for consideration in the near future, once additional information requested by staff is received.

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Charity bike ride pauses in Lake Munmorah

McNamara supports McHappy Day ember for Dobell Ms Karen McNamara has lent a hand at local McDonald’s stores to participate in this year’s McHappy Day in support of the Ronald McDonald Family Room at Gosford Hospital.

Now in its 24th year, McHappy Day is a charity events and all funds raised on the day go towards a range of programmes that help seriously ill children and their families. “Firstly, I would like to thank the Central Coast community for the tremendous level of support shown today, and for playing their part in achieving McHappy Day’s $3 million fund raising target,” Ms McNamara said. “Earlier this week, I visited the Ronald McDonald Family Room at Gosford Hospital to meet with the Room’s wonderful volunteers

and to tour the facilities available to families whose children are in need of care. “As a mother, the thought of children needing this level of care is upsetting and I know that the Family Room greatly assists parents who are caring for their ill children. “We have seen today and over the past weeks the generosity of the Central Coast community who have supported local families and their children by donating to this cause.” Ms McNamara said that McHappy Day was the culmination of

local charitable events which raised funds for the Ronald McDonald Family Room at Gosford Hospital including a special dinner held by students from Lakes Grammar. “The students from Lake Grammar’s 2014 opportunity class did a tremendous job organising and hosting the dinner and I congratulate all involved for supporting this very worthy cause,” said Ms McNamara. Media release, 18 Oct 2014 Luke Nayna, office of Karen McNamara MP

Participants in the 1,200kms for Kids charity bike ride at their Central Coast stopover

n the first day of this year’s 1,200kms for Kids charity bike ride, the riders stopped at The Old Rd Cafe in Mt White and at Gumbyah Oval in Lake Munmorah on Tuesday, October 14.

The riders arrived in Brisbane on Tuesday, October 21, following further stops in Newcastle, Muswellbrook, Tamworth, Armidale, Glen Innes, Warwick and Ipswich. The charity bike ride was conceived in 2005 by two friends Trevelyan Bale and Gary Richardson, to give back to the hospitals that effortlessly help sick children in Australia. The inaugural ride took place in 2006, and to date, the 1,200kms for Kids charity bike ride has fundraised over $1

million. The riders have been supporting the Children’s Hospital Foundation since its inception. Funds raised for the Children’s Hospital Foundation are this year being used to support the work of the Queensland Children’s Tumour Bank – a resource that helps local, national and international research teams find better treatments for childhood cancers. The Tumour Bank and Children’s Cancer Research Laboratory also helps individual patients

at Royal Children’s Hospital Brisbane through specialised testing to monitor their response to treatment and cutting edge research aimed at identifying new treatment options. In 2011, the 1,200kms for Kids riders began supporting the Humpty Dumpty Foundation and 17 pieces of life-saving medical equipment have so far been donated to hospitals and health services. Media release, 7 Oct 2014 Adele Feletto Publicity Member for Dobell Ms Karen McNamara with a McHappy Day volunteer

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Benefit Night for Michelle Jeffery

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orth Entrance Surf Life Saving Club is sponsoring a Benefit Night for Michelle Jeffery, to be held on Saturday, November 29, at Mingara Recreation Club.

Michelle was injured while board training at North Entrance beach on June 14 when she came off her board and hit the sand bank. She instantly couldn’t

move her arms or legs and was flown to Royal North Shore Hospital where she was operated on. Michelle suffered spinal cord damage, spinous process fracture

and ligament damage. Newsletter, 26 Sep 2014 Matt Sawyer, Central Coast Sport and Recreation

Student runs in memory of teacher y o n g Christian Community School Year 6 student Tanaysha Carr ran 48km in the Relay for Life event held at Mingara Athletics Track on October 11 and 12.

Relay for life raises money and awareness for all forms of cancer. Tanaysha ran in memory of school teacher Mrs Robyn Jones, who lost her battle to cancer in September this year. After running 20km, Tanaysha took a short break, and then continued to walk and run the remaining 28km. After the event, Tanaysha met Mrs Jones’ husband, David, and told him about her love for Mrs Jones. She has said that her plan for next year’s Relay for Life is to get the whole school involved. Newsletter, 15 Oct 2014 Ian Liney, Wyong Christian Community School Tanaysha at the Relay for Life event

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Meals on Wheels Central Coast preparing to deliver meals to local residents

eals on Wheels Central Coast is planning a special event for local residents aged over 65 which will see them provide five hundred free meals in a Taste our Meals on Wheels event to be held on November 12.

Meals on Wheels Central Coast, based in Tuggerah, is a community focused, notfor-profit organisation committed to offering flexible food options and social support to people across the Central Coast through home delivered meals and community restaurants. Run off the back of approximately 600 volunteers and 17 paid staff, Meals on Wheels Central Coast currently provides over 500 locals with 12,000 quality meals each month, with primary local clients aged over 65 or those who experience difficultly preparing meals themselves. The Taste our Meals on Wheels event will offer the first 500 to register with a free frozen meal on this day delivered straight to their home. With a commitment to delivering quality and nutritious meals, the organisation aims to use this event to promote the

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high quality service and tasty meals they deliver. Meals on Wheels Central Coast CEO Ms Robyn Howes said: “The tasting event aims to reach members of the community who are not aware of the benefits and services we provide. “Not only will the day be a great way for participants to enjoy a free meal, but it will allow our volunteers to hand deliver each meal and meet new community members.

“The concept of the event also promotes a social aspect for participant residents where we encourage them to enjoy their free meals together with neighbours or friends.” “We can of course also cater to any dietary requirements of participants including gluten free, vegetarian, puree and more.” Media release, 22 Oct 2014 Katey Small, Brilliant Logic

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Outstanding young student award unter TAFE student Peter Newell, who works at Mingara Recreation Club, has been recognised as one of the state’s top tourism students at an annual award presentation by the NSW Minister for Tourism.

The Minister’s Student Achiever Awards are presented each year to outstanding young students for consistent academic achievement, and for demonstrating the capabilities and personal qualities that make a significant contribution to the tourism and hospitality industry in NSW. The awards acknowledge the importance of professional training to the tourism industry and encourage talented students to progress with a career in tourism. Each award includes a cash prize for the student. The awards ceremony

Students compete in National Futsal Championships yong Christian Community School was represented by six students in the National Futsal Championships held in Bendigo, Victoria, from Monday, September 29, to Thursday, October 2.

Peter Newell receiving his award

was held at NSW Parliament House in Sydney, with Peter and 17 other students being recognised. Peter studied a dual qualification in event and hospitality management at Hunter TAFE Ourimbah campus, while maintaining a full-time position at Wyong RSL. “It was a great honour to visit Parliament House

and be recognised for the hard work I have put in to my studies,” said Peter. “Since completing my studies, I have moved from a bar role to the promotions/events department at Mingara Recreation Club as well as a sales agent in the promotion of craft beers on the Central Coast,” he said. Media release, 20 Oct 2014 Steve Mitchell, Hunter TAFE

Year 7 student Mikaela Hopkins played in the Women’s U13 side. The team completed the tournament rounds undefeated and won the grand final 4-2 against Queensland City, making them national champions. Wyong Christian Community School junior school sports coordinator Mr Dean Knibbs said Mikaela kicked two goals, including one in the Grand Final. Tom Hopkins and Elijah Ross of Year 5, and Jordan Heil and Brock McLean of Year 6 played

in the Boy’s U12 side and completed a draw of nine matches in three days. “The boys worked hard,” said Mr Knibbs. “They had some stiff competition and sadly didn’t get into the finals.” Ben Berry of Year 4 played in the Boy’s U10 side, kicking 10 goals throughout the entire tournament. The team won every match but the first and reached the Grand Final on top of the ladder, before unfortunately losing 6-2 to Victoria Metro.

Mr Knibbs said that while Mikaela was at a different venue, the boys watched and cheered each other on in their matches. “It was wonderful to see the boys supporting each other so passionately,” he said. “They all learnt so much over the four days and loved the whole experience. “Congratulations to all of these Futsal legends.” Newsletter, 15 Oct 2014 Dean Knibbs, Wyong Christian Community School

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chool leavers with disabilities on the Central Coast are set to benefit thanks to the launch of new program designed to give them the skills they need to enter the workforce.

Disability service provider Northcott’s Wyong’s Transition to Work program will start running in January. Northcott is a not-forprofit disability service provider which supports more than 13,000 children and adults living with disabilities, their families and carers across NSW and the ACT. Transition to Work coordinator Bron Ringrose said: “The Transition to Work program works with young people to achieve

their goals, improve their confidence, develop their skills and find new opportunities that will allow them to find and keep employment in their chosen field.” “We help out in a range of areas like with work experience, resume writing, interviewing techniques, cover letter writing and travel training so people taking part in the program can get to and from work independently. “Our Transition to Work program is

particularly suited to young people with a physical disability, high functioning autism, Aspergers, vision impairment and learning difficulties.” The Transition to Work program is funded by the NSW Government and Northcott is inviting any school leaver with a disability interested in taking part to contact them. Media release, 3 Oct 2014 Ryan Young, Northcott

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Education

Wallarah 2 funding for Plan-It Youth he Wallarah 2 Community Foundation has extended a helping hand to PlanIt Youth, a local youth mentoring project supported through collaboration with not-for-profit NSW Active Retirees and Mentors Inc.

The Plan-It Youth volunteers with Peter Smith from the Wallarah 2 Coal Project

NSW Active Retirees and Mentors said: “The mentoring experience we provide for students is quite often the only time in their life when someone has offered unconditional support and guidance.” “With youth unemployment on the Central Coast sitting between 13 and 30%, Plan-It Youth’s ultimate goal is to guide students on pathways that lead to these young people growing into responsible and productive members of the community. “We believe the service we offer is critical to our area. “With youth unemployment so high, a huge number of single parent homes and many

families struggling day to day – and these statistics looking to continue to trend upwards the needs of young people from socially and or economically disadvantaged backgrounds must be a priority. “We believe our program is a proactive way of addressing youth unemployment and disengagement in the region – without it our young people’s futures will be severely compromised. “The program has been received with huge success in the community with the mentoring sessions equipping students with the confidence, knowledge and tools to

Golf day to raise funds for school

yong Christian Community School will hold a golf day fundraiser on Friday, October 24, at Wyong Golf Club.

The golf day will be played in a casual spirit with family members and friends encouraged to

attend. There will be various prizes available at the event, which doubles

as the school’s major fundraiser for the year. Teams will require four members but individuals

remain at school and complete their HSC, or embark on traineeships or apprenticeships through the TAFE system. “Thankfully, the funding provided by the Wallarah 2 Coal Project will ensure high school students on the Central Coast continue to receive the support our mentoring

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The $5,000 grant will be used to support the Plan-It Youth volunteers continue to provide oneon-one mentoring to high school students on the Central Coast ensuring the students stay on track, enabling them to get the most out of their educational experience and to assist their future job prospects. The money provided by Wallarah 2 Coal Project, under its Community Foundation Grant Program, will provide Plan-It Youth with the means to recruit and professionally train volunteer mentors, the majority of whom are senior citizens from the Central Coast community, with a wealth of life experiences to share with the next generation. These mentors work with Year 10 and 11 students in public high schools across the Central Coast supporting them and encouraging them to remain in the

provides, and for that we are truly grateful,” said Mr Bate. Wallarah 2 Coal Project community manager Mr Peter Smith said: “PlanIt Youth supports the very foundation of our community, supporting the youth that are our region’s future.” “The success of the program to date is testament to the work of the volunteers at Plan-It Youth and we are thrilled to be able to play a small role in helping ensure this worthwhile project has the resources it needs to continue.” The Plan-It Youth program was founded on the Central Coast in Berkeley Vale High School in 1998 and from its success was introduced into other regions throughout NSW.

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Lesley Ann Acton wins short story competition

Two White Ribbon Walks organised he 16 Days of Activism committee has organised two White Ribbon Walks to help raise awareness and much needed funds to support the work of the Central Coast Domestic Violence Committee to end family and domestic violence.

Wyong Council deputy mayor Cr Lynne Webster (left) and mayor Cr Doug Eaton (right) with the winners of the Library Short Story Competition Talia Walsh, Holly Schewebel and Lesley Ann Acton

he winners of the 2014 Wyong Shire Council Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Short Story Competition were announced at a well-attended awards ceremony on the weekend of October 11 and 12.

This is the third year the competition has been held and 122 entries were received across three categories. Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s section manager of Library Services Ms Andrea Edwards said she was pleased with the response to the competition. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The first year we held the competition we got 64 entries,â&#x20AC;? said Ms Edwards. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have doubled interest in just two years and the quality of the stories just keeps getting better and better. â&#x20AC;&#x153;According to the Arts Council of Australia, 87% of Australians read

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some form of literature and 16% undertook some sort of creative writing last year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is clearly reflected in growth in our library membership and I am pleased our libraries can support and foster creativity and literacy in our community in such a positive way. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I thank everyone who entered and congratulate the winners â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the judges said it was a strong field and hard to pick, so well done.â&#x20AC;? The winners were Lesley Ann Acton for â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The AVOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; in the Adult section; Holly Schewebel for â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Fourth Wallâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; in

the Young Adult section and Talia Walsh for â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Journeyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; in the Junior section. Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mayor Cr Doug Eaton was at the ceremony and presented the winners with their iPad mini to continue their creative writing input. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Renaissance may be a few hundred years late but it has finally come to the Shire,â&#x20AC;? said mayor Cr Eaton. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The standard of entries for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s competition was truly outstanding. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is great to know we have such home grown talent right here in the Shire and council is

doing everything we can to support them,â&#x20AC;? said mayor Cr Eaton. Lesley Ann Acton who won the Adult section for her searing take on modern relationships, with a twist, said she was over the moon with her win. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am so excited,â&#x20AC;? said Ms Acton. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is the first time I have entered anything like this. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am delighted the judges liked my story and the win has given me the confidence and motivation to write more,â&#x20AC;? she said. Second placed entries received a book and voucher pack. Highly Commended entries took home a book and audio pack. Everyone who entered the competition received an anthology of all the short listed stories.

and sexual abuse, as well as workplace harassment. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;They all form part of a devastating cycle of violence. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And the women lost are not just statistics â&#x20AC;&#x201C; they are mothers, daughters, grand-daughters, sisters, aunts, nieces, friends and colleagues. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Most importantly, they are people, and the impact of the violence perpetrated against them is widespread and longstanding. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Violence against women is never a private issue. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are holding these walks to help break the silence around violence, to raise awareness of the issue as well as funds to support work to bring violence against women to an end. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want people to know that violence against women is unacceptable, it is never the victimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fault, help is always available and if you see something you should definitely say something,â&#x20AC;? said Ms Carlson. Media release, 15 Oct 2014 Tricia Carlson, UnitingCare Burnside

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All funds raised will support primary prevention initiatives on the Central Coast. The first walk will take place at The Entrance Memorial Park on Friday, November 28, and the second walk will commence at Terrigal Surf Club on Sunday, November 30. Both walks are at an easy pace and suitable for all fitness levels. Members of the community are invited to get involved and show their support by wearing a white shirt. A gold coin donation will also help with future campaigns. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Violence against women is at epidemic proportions,â&#x20AC;? said UnitingCare Burnside community connector Ms Tricia Carlson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Devastatingly, over 12 months, on average, one woman is killed every week in Australia as a result of intimate partner violence. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Murder is at the pointy end of a broad spectrum of violence against women, a spectrum that encompasses financial, verbal, emotional, psychological, physical

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Community organisations celebrate milestones

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istory is being celebrated across Wyong Shire with a number of community groups reaching significant milestones.

The Wyong Swimming Club turned 50 over the weekend of October 18 and 19 and the Wyong and District Pioneer Association turned 99. Both clubs held anniversary dinners to commemorate their historical beginnings. The Wyong Swimming Club was established in 1965 and has provided friendship and community for half a century. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What is really great about this club is that it is a solid link to our past and present, where young and old can continue the time honoured tradition of swimming and mateship,â&#x20AC;? mayor Cr Eaton said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is a testament to family and community that these clubs are still going strong. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fifty years ago there were only around 10,000 residents living in the

Wyong area; today there are 157,000. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Wyong and District and Pioneers Association, established by Jersch Baker in 1915, has been present for nearly a whole century of life in the Shire, well before Wyong Shire Council came into being in 1946. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Many of its members can trace their roots to the original pioneers and settlers of the Wyong district and the club is actively involved in, and dedicated to, local history and heritage. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is important to remember the past and how it informs our present and I look forward to attending the anniversaries of our local icons.â&#x20AC;? Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s section manager Library Services Ms Andrea Edwards said Tuggerah Library has a local studies collection

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that provides a glimpse into the Shireâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s almost 200 year old history. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Libraries are traditional sources of historical information and in fact they are celebrating an anniversary as well,â&#x20AC;? said Ms Edwards. November also marks the 75th anniversary of the Public Libraries Act which transformed public access to free knowledge and services. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We know the shire has a lot of history and we are working on a local heritage project that involves digitising and preserving the Shireâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s historical images.â&#x20AC;? Media release, 17 Oct 2014 Wyong Council media

he Northern Lights Holiday Family Fun Day was held on Monday, September 29, at Northlakes Public School which saw around 800 people attend.

The event was organised by San Remo Neighbourhood Centre coordinator Ms Jill Hogan who said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was absolutely fabulous; it was a lovely, low key

Ukulele groups combine for festival he Troubalukers and Uke Central joined forces on Sunday, September 28, to play at the Central Coast Ukulele Festival held at The Entrance.

Organiser of both groups, Ms Marilyn Russell, said the crowd was very appreciative of the music and many enjoyed singing along with the songs. The Troubalukers often visit dementia cottages and other nursing homes over the Central Coast

Email, 3 Oct 2014 Marilyn Russell, Umina

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Bushwalking National Parks Association Central Coast Twice weekly bush walks on the Central Coast and further afield, varying distances and grades of difficulty. Explore, enjoy scenery, fauna, floral, history. Keep fit and make friends. 4389 4423 & 4332 7378

Community Groups Berkeley Vale Neighbourhood Center Come and join our regular activities, indoor bowls, mahjong, walking for pleasure, slimmers support, hand and foot Bolivia cards, Toy library and community garden 4388 5801 manager@bvnc.org.au www.bvnc.org.au

Central Coast Community Legal Centre The Central Coast Community Legal Centre is a non-profit organisation located in Wyong that provides free legal advice to people within the Wyong / Gosford area. Intake times for legal advice Tue 10-12pm, Wed 10-12pm, Thur 2-4pm Ph 4353 4988 Fax 4353 4680 admin_cclc@clc.net.au

PO Box 246 Wyong NSW 2259 Central Coast 50+ Singles Social Group Invites Ladies & Gents 50s to 70s etc for dinner, dancing - BBQs & Socialising each weekend. Our friendly group can be contacted for our monthly programme 4344 5556 0432 110 841 50pssg@gmail.com

Central Coast Over 30s Social Group Inc We offer social contact, entertainment events & new friendships for people in their 30’s, 40’s, 50’s & 60’s etc. Our events range from; Live Music, House Parties, Restaurant Nights, BBQ’s/ Picnics, Trips Away & lots more. For a FREE calendar call call 0428 461 188 email cco30s@live.com.au

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

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Long Jetty Senior Citizens Club Beginner classes being held in computers, line dancing, tai chi and zumba gold. Contact the Club 4332 5522 M-F, 9am to 3pm for full list of activities Long Jetty Over 50s Club Come along and join in our activities, great for indoor bowls, computers, exercises, yoga, line-dancing, tai chi and more 4332 5522 9am to 3pm Mingaletta Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander Corporation The Mingaletta community centre provides its members and other community groups a meeting place and referal hub for education, health, well-being and cultural programs through consultative services and community programs. Mon-Fri 9am 4pm 6 Sydney Ave Umina 4342 7515 admin@mingaletta.com.au

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

The Rotary Club of the Entrance Inc. A Small Friendly and effective club supporting many local organisation and internation Rotary Activities. Always welcoming new members, men and women, to help us help others Meeting 6pm to 630 each Tues - Mingara Recreation Club 4367 6540 rotarytheentrance@gmail.com

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Community Care Services - Central Coast Memory lane - Doing things together Café For people with memory loss & their carers to enjoy a relaxing coffee morning with others experiencing similar circumstances Wallarah Bay Recreational Club 4th Tuesday 4324 4244 Gambling Solutions Gambling help counsellors providing free confidential professional service to

Volunteering Central Coast Refer potential volunteers to community organisations and provide support to volunteers and community organisations. we also provide training to volunteers and managers of volunteers Information Sessions “Bridge to Volunteering” Held regulary across the Central Coast 4329 7122 recruit@volcc.org.au

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Knitted blankets warm the heart of those who give and those who recieve. Donations of 8ply yarn gratefully received. Longjetty: 4333 4353 Toukley 4399 3351 Wyong Neighbourhood Centre Supporting disadvantaged vulnerable and isolated members of our community offering a range of community services, events, projects, workshops, arts programs and an open community garden. 4353 1750 Wyong Toastmasters Club Assist members with their self improvement, increased confidence and self esteem by way of structured education modules in an entertaining atmosphere 1st, 3rd and 5th Friday Wyong RSL Anzac Ave Wyong 1030am 4328 8297 j pp @ joppa@theorchards.com.au

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

Garden Clubs Central Coast Cactus and Succulent Club Meets on the 3rd Sat each month from 1pm to 3.30pm Charmhaven Community Centre - Plants for Sale, Raffles, afternoon tea 0401 544 052 4399 2420

Health Groups Alcoholics Anonymous If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, that’s our business. Meet every Sat - Progress Hall Ronald Ave, Wyoming 8pm 4323 3890 Better Hearing Australia Central Coast Hearing loss management Support and educational group - 7 groups across the coast - Providing practical experience and confidence Learn the benefits to hearing aids - Better Hearing Australia Central Coast 4321 0275 www.centralcoast.betterhearingaustralia. org.au

Central Coast Prostate Cancer Support Group (Gosford) Meet last Friday Month Terrigal Uniting Church 380 Terrigal Drive, Terrigal 9.30am to 12 noon 4367 9600

Probus Clubs Bateau Bay Ladies Probus Club We offer a warm welcome, friendship and interesting speakers. 4th Mon every month RSL Hall Killarney Vale 4332 6625 Toowoon Bay Probus Club Come and meet new friends and enjoy the company of like-minded Seniors. Morning tea provided, guest speakers talking on topics relevant to Seniors, as well as regular exciting social events. 4th Thur each month 10am. Anglican Church hall, corner of Brooke Ave and Eastern Rd Bateau Bay New members welcome. 4334 3979 Tuggerah Combined Probus Club Inc New to the Coast? If you would like to meet new friends and enjoy social events, a welcome awaits you at Tuggerah Combined Probus Club each 2nd Thursday of the month, where you will have the opportunity to hear various guest speakers and also join us in a social outing on the 3rd Thursday. We meet at Woodbury Park Community Hall, Mardi. 4388 1841

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Hundreds of people from all age groups turned up to see the displays and take advantage of the opportunity to do some early Christmas shopping. While the kids were busy buying colourful tumbled stones and pet rocks, the adults were seeking out that something special. For some, it was a spectacular mineral specimen from overseas while others were busy choosing some beautiful jewellery from one of the many exhibits. Those interested in jewellery makin, were buying new supplies and equipment from the huge range on display.

Others were happy just to wander around and look at the gemstones. Fossils millions of years old attracted the interests of others. Central Coast Lapidary Club president Mr Jon Dawson said he would like to thank everyone who contributed to the success of the show; the Mingara Club, the exhibitors, the public, the local paper and especially the committee and the club members. Money raised by the Club is used to buy new equipment and improve the facilities. Email, 14 Oct 2014 Lester Marquet, Central Coast Lapidary Club

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Central Coast Prostate Cancer Support Group (Wyong) Meet last Monday Month Toukley RSL Club, Holmes Ave Toukley 10.00am to 12 noon 4356 9300

he Gem and Mineral Show held over the weekend of October 11 and 12 at the Mingara Event Centre by the Central Coast Lapidary Club was a huge success, according to organisers.

Central Coast Potters Society Dedicated to increasing the ceramics knowlede, experience and skills of members and the general public. Running classes, workshops, demonstrations, exhibitions and social events. Annual exhibitions in May and December Open Day in Sept info@ccpotters.org

4324 5343 PO Box 4043 East Gosford NSW 2250 Diggers Bridge Club Bridge players can enjoy a game of social bridge at Diggers The Entrtance (downstairs) on Tuesdays, 10am-1pm with or without a partner. Len 4332 6989 David 4392 0606 Tuggerah Lakes U3A Keep your mind active and

learn something new! Come to one of our classed for a couple of hours and make new friends. Long Jetty - Discussions, play reading, cryptic crosswords, talks, readers, group, Mahjong Toukley - Creative writing, French conversation Berkeley Vale - Music Appreciation Chitaway Bay - Movies 4390 2451 www.tugglakesu3a.info

Wyong Drama Group Inc A friendly group, presenting 3 major productions a year. We welcome anyone interested in being involved in any area of production Acting; Back-stage; Front of House; Lighting/Sound etc Monthly meetings 1st Tues. 7.30pm in the new Grove Community Centre 1300 665 600 wyongdramagroup@gmail.com

Travel Friendship Force Central Coast A travel club with a difference! Travel in small groups and stay with friends in 370 clubs around the world. See a country from the inside and change the way you see the world. We in turn host small groups from other Friendship Force clubs in our home Deidre 43889435 www.friendshipforcecentralcoast.asn.au

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Wyong y g Regional g Chronicle - October 24, 2014 - P19 9

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New art exhibition he Entrance Art Gallery is hosting a new exhibition, The Grace of Landscape, that illustrates an artist’s passion for the simple beauty found in landscapes and the natural world.

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Wyong Council’s manager Community Partnerships and Planning Ms Julie Vaughan said The Entrance Gallery and Community Café is becoming a popular hub for local art and cultural events. “We are thrilled to facilitate opportunities for local artists to showcase their talents,” Ms Vaughan said. “The Entrance Art

Wyong Christian Community School golf day fundraiser, Wyong Golf Club The Entrance Camera Club workshop, Long Jetty CWA Hall, 7:30pm ChromeFest, The Entrance Memorial Park

Saturday Oct 25 Toukley and District 69th Art Exhibition opening, Federation Gallery, Wallarah, 2pm Market Day, Warnervale Regional Uniting Church, 9am1pm All Saints Anglican Church Markets, 287291 The Entrance Rd, The Entrance, 8am1pm ChromeFest, The Entrance Memorial Park

Sunday Oct 26 2014 Fitness First Central Coast Sevens International Rugby Festival Little Blues Festival, Wyong Golf Club, 1pm Bluland Healers, High Steppin’ Muskrats Coast Hotel, Budgewoi, 3pm

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Monday Oct 27 Coffee afternoon, Northern Women’s Health Centre, 1:30pm, free

Tuesday Oct 28 Central Coast Art Society Paint out, Picnic Point, Tuggerah

Sunday Nov 2 Brides High Tea, Mercure Kooindah Waters, 1:30pm-3pm

Tuesday Nov 4 Melbourne Cup Day screening, Event Cinemas, Tuggerah, 1pm

The interactive workshop is being organised by Wyong Toastmasters. Wyong Toastmasters vice president Mr Marco Liporoni said even though it faces a fierce competition against television and computer devices, storytelling still has great importance for

adults and children alike. “Storytelling teaches us about our world, provides real social interaction and develops both a knowledge and love for stories themselves,” said Mr Liporoni. “A good story engages people of all ages, not only in their minds, but in their emotions, values

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See the Peninsula News for events in post code areas 2256 & 2257 and the COAST Community News for events in post code areas 2250, 2260 and 2251 If you’ve got something happening in the Wyong Region over the next few weeks, let us know about it and we’ll list it here for you, for free. Contact details are on page 2.

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aster storyteller Tom Ware will share his secrets on telling a been presenting many good story at the Wyong RSL Club on Saturday, November 1. entertaining and inspiring

Thursday Nov 6 Central Coast Business Enterprise Centre Jodie Fox morning tea, Mingara Recreation Club, 10am12:30pm

architect who studies Italian and is interested in classical piano. Boyd said he is very much inspired by 27 years of life on the Central Coast. “In my art, I like to show how the natural world mirrors our own experiences,” Boyd said. “I have lived close to the water my whole life, so water and boats are repeated motifs in my art

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work,” said Boyd. The Grace of Landscape showcases some 50 works including wall and freestanding sculpture, watercolour, oil and acrylic painting, pastel, charcoal, ink drawing and collage, most of which are for sale. The Grace of Landscape will run from Friday, October 24, until Sunday, November 2.

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and imaginations. “Today, storytelling is not only a way of entertainment, but a key to succeeding in business and in the workforce, strengthening organisational culture and creating social change,” he said. Known as the Prince of Storytelling, Tom has

stories for 30 years to over 40,000 people. A former member of Rostrum Clubs of NSW, the National Speakers’ Association of Australia and the Australian Storytellers Guild, Tom has been a member of Toastmasters International since 1972. Media release, 29 Sep 2014 Marco Liporoni, Wyong Toastmasters

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Wyong Regional Chronicle - October 24, 2014 - P21

Wyong Shire clubs feature in Triples finals he finals of the Bowls Central Coast Mid-Week Triples were hosted by Munmorah United Bowling Club on Wednesday, October 1, and produced some close games and plenty of nail

biting.

The winning Terrigal A Grade squad

The winning The Entrance C Grade squad

The winning Munmorah United B Grade squad

The A Grade final, between Halekulani and Terrigal, was a cliffhanger with the scores on the master scoreboard see-sawing throughout the game. Going into the last end the scores were locked on 61 each and, as the final minutes unfolded, the result was going to be in the hands of the skips. Terrigal looked to be holding shot and Terrigal skip David Limbrick put it out of doubt with his last bowl for a match winning two shots and a 63-61 win on the big board. Halekulani won two rinks to one with Lindsay Willding defeating Darren Morrison 2120 and Bill Constatine defeating David Limbrick 19-15, but a solid win by Terrigal’s Brendon Myer’s rink over Shane Gibbin 28-21 provided the match winning margin. The B Grade final between Umina Beach and Munmorah was another exciting affair with Umina Beach jumping out of the blocks to lead by over 20 shots in the first half of the game. But Munmorah’s grand slam champion Ron Spek recorded a big win over Lee Patterson 31-13 to

see the home side slowly overhaul Umina on the master score board over the closing ends for a 6458 victory. On the other rinks Umina stalwarts Brian Burrows defeated Daryl Walton 19-18 and Allan Rhodes defeated Glenn Dawson 26-15. The C Grade final wasn’t so close with the strong The Entrance side out playing OurimbahLisarow on two of the three rinks for a convincing 81-45 result. The Entrance’s Ed O’Brien 29-6 and Colin

Sowter 32-17 recorded match winning rink wins while David Ryan’s rink upheld Ourimbah’s fighting spirit with a 22-20 win over Bede Hughes. The winning sides were presented with plaques by Bowls Central Coast president Mr Col Bray and each player received a winners badge to commemorate their success. Media release, 3 Oct 2014 Kevin Dring, Bowls Central Coast

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Sport

P22 - Wyong Regional Chronicle - October 24, 2014

Swimmers win medals and break records

Mariners reach FFA Cup Semis entral Coast Mariners are the first team through to the semifinals of the inaugural Westfield FFA Cup after Phil Moss’s men defeated Queensland’s Palm Beach Sharks at Cbus Super Stadium on the Gold Coast on Tuesday, October 14.

he Central Coast Academy of Sport’s Swimming Program Squad travelled to Tasmania recently to compete at the Short Course Championships.

Coach Graeme Carroll said the athletes performed exceptionally well and came home with an outstanding medal tally. “The squad had awesome results earning 23 individual gold medals, with two relay gold medals, 16 individual silver medals, with seven relay silver medals, and 16 individual bronze medals, with one relay bronze medal,

which was a fantastic achievement,” said Mr Carroll. Tasmanian Allcomers Short Course records were broken by Lachlan Braddish in the 12 years 800 metres freestyle, 100 metres backstroke and 400 metres individual medley; Lachlan VaneTempest in the 16 years 200 metres individual medley; Harrison Rhys Williams in the 11 years and under 50 metres

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backstroke; and Nathan Ward in the 12 years 50 metres breaststroke. Robert Stott broke an Australian Multi Class record in a number of events. “Based upon what I saw, the highlight of the squad’s tour was the encouragement and support of fellow team members, which was really fantastic to see,” said Mr Carroll. “The real benefit that the Central Coast Academy of Sport’s swimming athletes got from the tour was that every single squad member was able to challenge themselves in being in a different situation to what they are normally used to,” he said. Website, 30 Sep 2014 Central Coast Academy of Sport

Isaka Cernak’s thumping 28th minute strike after combination play between Anthony Caceres, Glen Trifiro and Richi Vernes put the Mariners ahead, but it was 71st minute substitute Matt Sim who stole the show in the final 20 minutes of the game as he fired home four goals to lift the yellow and navy to a 5-0 win. Sim scored with his first touch in the 72nd minute when he tapped home after Palm Beach custodian Shane Vitakangas fumbled Trifiro’s strike on goal. Three minutes later Trifiro, who was influential for the Mariners throughout the match, slipped an accurate pass through for Sim who made no mistake in speeding into the area and clipping a low shot beyond Vitakangas. Just as it seemed the game would end 3-0, Sim popped up to bag a further two goals late on to take his tally in the Westfield FFA Cup 2014 to five. In the 90th minute, Sim buried the ball into the back of the net from close range after the Sharks stopper dropped Nick Fitzgerald’s effort on goal. Then, in time added on, Sim latched on to Hayden

Morton’s through ball before showing a slick pair of heels to dance around two would-be Palm Beach defenders and round out the scoring with a right foot rocket. The former Manly United utility was understandably delighted with his efforts from the pine post-match – he became just the third Mariner in the Club’s history to net a hat-trick in a competitive fixture, and the first ever to score four in a game of substantial significance. “We had a good game tonight I think, as a team, and to come on and score goals is always good, and to get four is even better,” Sim said. “I knew if I was to come on, that the game would open up, because they [Palm Beach Sharks] would have to push for a goal. “That happened and there was lots of space for me in midfield, and for Tricky [Glen Trifiro] and Cass [Anthony Caceres]. “A couple of goals I followed up and I got lucky on those ones, but the other ones were good balls and good build up play from the boys as well,” he said. Central Coast Mariners head coach Phil Moss said he was satisfied with

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the professional effort of his charges on the Gold Coast. “I thought we played well tonight in large patches, which is nice to say,” Moss said. “We had a lot of possession, but it’s only effective possession if you score goals on the end of it and we have a few to show for it tonight. “We had to be patient, we had to move the ball side to side and then play through the lines when we had the opportunity, so overall I am very happy.” Moss praised Sim on his slice of Westfield FFA Cup history – he became the first player to score four goals in a single Cup match. “You always hope that your subs can give you an impact and I think he [Sim] gave that and then some tonight,” said Moss. “It’s a reward for all his hard work, he stepped up from the state league last season but he’s certainly not regarded as a state league player anymore, he’s truly arrived as an A-League player and I thought what he did tonight was just reward for all his hard work.”

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Sport

Mariners win one then lose one in A-League athan Burnsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 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. Mossâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s men took an early lead in the fixture when Kim Seung-yongâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Nixâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t make the most of their chances and were 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

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

parity from 12-yards himself. The New Zealand internationalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 Merrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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, Fitzgeraldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s header

which hit the post plus Trifiroâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We gifted them two goals and at this level you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do that,â&#x20AC;? Central Coast Mariners head coach Phil Moss said post-game. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We took the lead and we pride ourselves on this being a fortress at Central Coast Stadium â&#x20AC;&#x201C; when you go 1-nil up, you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t afford to give away goals of any sort, let alone giftwrapped. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ironically, I thought the overall performance this week was much better than last week. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Last week we got three points, and this week weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got nothing to show for it. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was very happy with the impact that Trifiro, Fitzgerald and Caceres all had. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re quality footballers and theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve now got two weeks to prepare for Sydney and there are some selection decisions to be made, certainly. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I know I have 24 players to choose from, and any one of them deserves to play first 11, they all work so hard for themselves, for the team, for me, every week. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got two weeks now to prepare for Sydney, so training form will count a fair bit in the next two weeks,â&#x20AC;? said Moss. Media release, 18 Oct 2014 Central Coast Mariners media

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