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Goats no longer homeless

Bushland around Mardi Dam is the next location for bushfire hazard reduction following a controlled burn by the Rural Fire Service at Tuggerah on Saturday and Sunday, August 29 and 30.

A herd of adventurous wild goats roaming around Ourimbah near Bangalow Creek and Sohier Park, have found a new home.

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Budgewoi’s Bryan Dorfling is getting ready to tackle his next big adventure. See page 13

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Two confirmed COVID-19 cases on the Coast Two confirmed COVID-19 cases in Central Coast residents have prompted Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) to urge train commuters to be alert for COVID-19 symptoms, and if they experience any, to get tested immediately. One of the cases, a man aged in his 50s, is believed to have contracted the virus from a close contact linked to the Sydney CBD cluster, and is understood to have travelled to and from Woy Woy and Sydney via train whilst potentially infectious. Anyone who travelled on the following train services is considered a casual contact and is being urged to monitor for symptoms: Monday, August 24, Sydney-bound train, departing Woy Woy station at

6.49am, arriving Wynyard station at 8.05am; Northbound train, departing Town Hall station at 5.31pm, arriving Woy Woy station at 6.54pm; and, Tuesday, August 25, Sydneybound train, departing Woy Woy station at 6.49am, arriving Gordon station at 7.36am; Northbound train, departing Hornsby station at 7.53am, arriving Woy Woy station at 8.28am. The man is now in home isolation along with his household contacts, one of which, a teenage girl, has also contracted the virus. As the girl was already in isolation when she tested positive, the District believes that there is no risk of community exposure. Both cases are doing well with mild symptoms.

With these, the first confirmed cases in Central Coast residents residing on the coast since April, the CCLHD’s Acting Director of Public Health, Dr Katherine Todd, is encouraging residents not to be complacent with their preventative measures. “These are the first cases we’ve had in some time and residents should take it as a reminder that we’re not out of the woods yet when it comes to COVID-19. “Residents need to stay alert and aware, continue keeping non-essential travel to a minimum, avoid excessive contact with people, keep up with your hygiene practices, make sure you continue following instructions on public contact tracing such as signing in at restaurants and cafes, and above all else, make sure you

get tested if you develop Covidlike symptoms,” Dr Todd said. Dr Todd added that anyone concerned that they may have been on one of the aforementioned trains should remain calm, with the risk of exposure considered relatively low. “What we have seen from previous cases in NSW is that public transport has so far not been linked to any serious outbreaks, so it is not seen as a significant exposure risk. “Anyone who may have been in the same carriage as the patient is considered a casual contact and should keep that in mind,” Dr Todd said. Anyone with cold or flu-like symptoms such as fever, sore throat, cough or shortness of breath is urged to get tested. A walk-in COVID-19 testing

clinic has been established at the Woy Woy Hospital kiosk, on Ocean Beach Rd, and will operate until September 3, between 8.30am to 4pm. The District also provides COVID-19 testing at Gosford Hospital between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday and 10am to 4pm on weekends. People are encouraged to book ahead on 4320 5055 although walk-in appointments are accepted. Wyong Hospital COVID Clinic – Building C (opposite the Health Services Building) operates from 9am to 5pm every day. People are encouraged to book ahead on 4394 9200 although walk-in appointments are accepted there as well. Dilon Luke

Ronald McDonald House Charities’ Ride For Sick Kids is to return for its 16th instalment in September. See page 23

Sport

Ourimbah has retained its hold on the top spot in Central Coast Rugby Union’s First Grade Competition. See page 31

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Twin tower proposal increased to 102 units

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The NSW Government is calling on the community to have its say on how to manage vast Crown Land assets now and into the future....

Scaffolding collapses in Mann St

The development application (1483/2018) by Central Coast Council was previously criticised by the Panel for its lack of detail and lack of masterplan understanding.

residents are still unimpressed with the amended plans which now include 102 units in two towers above commercial and retail space and a two-storey car parking podium. One of the towers would have a maximum height of 48.9m. A resident of the Atlantis Apartments, on the corner of Bayview Ave and Short St, said the building would be twice as tall as Atlantis and would reduce privacy, block views to the lake and reduce access to direct sunlight.

The application addresses the overshadowing issue. “The proposed development will provide overshadowing throughout the day on June 21 as the sun moves from east to west, however, overshadowing is unavoidable when considering high-rise development,” the Statement of Environmental Effects states. Other submissions argued the height restrictions for The Entrance didn’t allow such a tall building.

The plan was first put forward by the former Wyong Council and twice revised since 2018. When the Panel considered the proposal at its May meeting, Council was given until June 24 to submit additional information or amended plans, and those plans have since been open for public comment. The masterplan is expected to go back again to the Joint Regional Planning Panel in September or October.

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Development applications across the Central Coast that haven’t attracted public attention will not be discussed publicly under new rules for Local Planning Panels that took effect from August 1.

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The Local Planning Panel deals with sensitive, complex and high-value development applications (DAs) while Central Coast Council staff determine the more straight forward DAs. New rules now require Planning Panels to hold a public meeting only when a DA has attracted 10 or more unique submissions by way of objection. Panels must make determinations within two weeks of being provided an assessment report, which is

written by the Council staff. The Chair can allow applicants to attend a briefing, along with Council staff, to explain complex matters or present confidential or commercially sensitive material. The chair is obliged to work with Council to ensure key issues are addressed during assessment in order to minimise deferrals by the panel at the determination stage. The new rules now require the Panel to provide reasons for deferring a decision and set timeframes in which any additional information must be provided in order to finalise the determination. The chair has the ability to require Council to report a DA to the Panel within four weeks for determination if the application has experienced

unreasonable delays in excess of 180 calendar days from lodgment. Also, only certain larger scale applications to modify development consents need to be referred to the Local Planning Panel. Council staff will be delegated to deal with minor modifications. Central Coast Council lost its planning decision making powers earlier this year when the State Minister for Planning, Rob Stokes, recommended Council adopt the Planning Panel. It took councillors out of the equation on planning decisions. DAs now either go to the Planning Panel for a decision or Council staff make decisions by delegated authority. There is also the Joint Regional Planning Panel for

regional significant proposals and the new rules also apply to that Panel. In addition, the Regional Planning Panel can now delegate functions to Council staff. Previously, any DA subject to a regionally significant concept plan was considered regionally significant, but now, Council will check that a DA is consistent with the concept plan. Only a development that is subject to a regionally significant concept plan and is a regionally significant development in its own right, will remain a regionally significant development. “The panels will help free up Council to focus on long term strategic planning,” Minister Stokes said when introducing

For the past three years, a special tree has brought locals together in hope, strength, remembrance and support of loved ones lost to suicide...

Adorable twin Tasmanian devil joeys Itchy and Scratchy are calling the Australian Reptile Park home for now...

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Health

Health One person sustained head injuries and several others narrowly escaped serious injury when a wall of scaffolding collapsed onto eight cars in the Gosford CBD, with a light pole falling on a ninth car, just after 3 pm on August 19. See page 8 for more Photo: Justin Stanley

the Local Planning Panel. Cr Jane Smith raised the matter at Council’s August 10 meeting and said the new rules have the potential to damage community input. A majority of councillors supported her Notice of Motion calling on Council to write to the NSW Minister for Planning and the Premier to express concern about the changes. Cr Smith said that while the changes aimed at speeding up determinations of development applications, there were potentially damaging consequences for community input. Council will submit a Motion to reflect these concerns at the next Local Government NSW Conference. Merilyn Vale

The Central Coast Local Health District has recognised the outstanding contributions and achievements of their own through its inaugural Caring for the Coast Awards. See page 23

Sport

Central Coast Heart pulled off another clean sweep in the Origin Premier League Netball Competition, with both the Opens and Under 23’s taking down the Sutherland Stingrays in spectacular fashion. See page 31

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New Woy Woy Wharf construction begins Boaties, shoppers, commuters and ferry operators all over the region are celebrating the beginning of major construction this week on the $5.6M Woy Woy Town Centre Wharf redevelopment. The largest wharf project ever undertaken by Central Coast Council has been a long time coming, with plans first mooted in 2009. Cr Chris Holstein, who joined Deputy Mayor Jane Smith, Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, and Council staff for the official announcement of the beginning of construction on August 18, said the project had been “left

An artist’s impression of how the wharf will look when completed

lagging” for years. “This is where the community gathers for festivals and events and the new wharf will be very

welcome,” Holstein said. Crouch said the NSW Government’s Regional Communities Development

Fund contributed $3.99M to the project, with Council providing the rest. “The current jetty becomes

submerged during king tides, but the new pontoon wharf will rise with the tide to reduce disruption and improve disability access,” Crouch said. “The wharf is used by hundreds, if not thousands, of people every day. “The new wharf will be capable of accommodating 35-metre vessels up to 250 tonnes, making it a significant asset to the Woy Woy community. “This is just one of numerous wharf upgrades – including at Davistown, Empire Bay, Spencer and South Tacoma – that the NSW Government and Central Coast Council are delivering together.” Continued page 4

The Central Coast Local Health District has recognised the outstanding contributions and achievements... See page 32

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Council budgets $26 million for Peninsula projects Of 54 projects totalling $25,957,202, more than $6.67 million of them are dependant on external funding yet to be approved. The most costly project is the $5.7 million Woy Woy wharf stage two construction. The $5 million Umina skate park project was approved “pending external grant”. The next most expensive project is the $4.29 million replacement of the heating, ventilation and air-conditioning system at the Peninsula Leisure Centre. A further $110,000 will be spent on “rolling facility improvements and equipment replacement” at the leisure centre. A $1.35 million Rogers Park amenities building upgrade was also approved.

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Just eight projects account for almost $19 million. Another eight projects account for a further three million dollars, with the remaining 38 projects totalling just four million dollars. The budget was approved as part of the Council’s Operational Plan at the council’s July 27 meeting. An upgrade of the Umina oval (Etta Rd) sportsground amenities building will cost $900,000 “pending external grant”. A further $200,000 was allocated to the investigation and design of an upgrade to the “Umina Oval (Melbourne Ave) sportsground amenities building”. An amount of $200,000 was also approved for the upgrade of the Umina Tennis Clubhouse, also at Umina oval. Another $10,000 will be spent on irrigation upgrades at Umina oval. An allocation of $650,000 has been made to Stage Three of the

Everglades catchment drainage upgrade. An upgrade to the Ocean Beach Holiday Park access road and associated car parking will cost $570,000. The intersection of Ocean Beach Rd and Rawson Rd, Woy Woy, will be upgraded at a cost of $500,000. Gem Rd, in Pearl Beach, will be upgraded and associated drainage and pavement works will undertaken at a cost of $420,000. An amount of $405,000 has been budgeted for a stormwater improvement at Woy Woy tip. A similar amount has been allocated (“pending external grant”) for Stage One work on the Hobart Ave and Melbourne Ave intersection project, including kerb, footpath and pedestrian crossing. SOURCE: Central Coast Council agenda 2.1, 27 Jul 2020

However, the Peninsula’s seven plans are likely to be superseded when the Council’s 54 developer contribution plans will be joined in a new consolidated contributions plan expected to be ready around the middle of next year, according to the audit report. Councils collect local infrastructure contributions from developers to fund infrastructure

required to service and support new development, according to the Auditor-General’s report. The audit found the council was in breach of developer contribution plan provisions of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act as recently as last year. “Central Coast Council breached the EP and A Act between 2001 and 2019 when it used local infrastructure contributions for administration costs,” the audit concluded. The audit found that the council used the contributions collected to pay for administration expenses under contributions plans.

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“Administration expenses were paid using funds collected under 40 contributions plans inherited from Gosford City Council which had no allowance for administration. “Following amalgamation in 2016, this practice continued until 2019 under Central Coast Council. “The Council made an adjustment of $13.2 million in the 2018-19 financial statements to reimburse the contributions fund from the general council fund. “This adjustment includes interest foregone since 2001. “These funds were repaid in late 2019.” The council has agreed to an Auditor-General recommendation

to “obtain independent validation of the adjustment made to the restricted asset accounts and general fund to repay contributions spent on administration, and adjustments made to each infrastructure category within the contribution plans”. The audit report said that developer contributions “can represent a significant source of council’s annual revenue and cash balance”. In Central Coast Council’s case, cash contributions amounted to 36 per cent of cash or cash-equivalent funds. Central Coast Council chief executive Mr Gary Murphy wrote

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to the auditor in April accepting all the audit’s recommendations but asked that the December deadline to be pushed back a year. The Peninsula’s contribution plans include three for car parking: plan 67 for Woy Woy, plan 68 for Umina and plan 72 for Ettalong. The Peninsula’s other four contribution plans are: plan 31A Drainage, plan 31B Roadworks, plan 31C Open Space and Recreation and plan 31D Community Facilities and Services. SOURCE: Media release, 17 Aug 2020 Margaret Crawford, NSW Auditor General

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Bushland around Mardi Dam is the next location for bushfire hazard reduction following a controlled burn by the Rural Fire Service at Tuggerah on Saturday and Sunday, August 29 and 30.

A herd of adventurous wild goats roaming around Ourimbah near Bangalow Creek and Sohier Park, have found a new home.

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Out&About

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Gwynneth Weir

SOURCE: Newsletter, 11 Aug 2020 Gwynneth Weir, The Bays Community Group

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“Some events might appeal more to our younger residents, some to our more mature residents and hopefully lots of events that all ages might enjoy.” Ms Weir said she felt honoured to be elected president. “Following on from our last two presidents, Cathy Gleeson and Bob Puffett, I know I have big shoes to fill. “What a great job they have done for The Bays for so many years. “We all appreciate the many hours they have put in and look forward to seeing them at future events while they sit back and relax,” she said.

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Goats no longer homeless

It’s full steam ahead on a regional library for the Gosford CBD, with designs almost complete and a development application to be lodged.

During a visit to The Entrance North Beach, Shadow Minister for Local Government, Greg Warren, said the Berejiklian Government was failing coastal communities in their time of need.

A special general meeting held by The Bays Community Group has resulted in all positions on the committee being filled for the first time in a number of years.

Ms Gwynneth Weir is new president of the group. The meeting was scheduled after the group’s annual meeting on June 24 failed to elect a president, vice-president or secretary. Ms Weir said the special meeting had “a great turnout of residents”. “This has resulted in an exciting cross-section of committee members – young people, the young-at-heart, those new to The Bays, long-time residents and an amazing collection of skills and experience,” she said. “Having a full complement will bring many benefits, not least with respect to the sharing of the workload. “It is always good to have new members, bringing new ideas as well as strengths and skills that will be invaluable going forward, alongside those that have been involved before. “I am already hearing exciting new ideas for future Bays events. “It would be great if we were able open up the hall more frequently, offering more opportunities for residents to come together and enjoy each other’s company.

Peninsula contribution plans now on council website The Peninsula’s seven developer contribution plans are now displayed on Central Coast Council’s website, following an audit of the council by the NSW AuditorGeneral.

Central Coast Heart pulled off another clean sweep in the Origin Premier League Netball Competition...

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Bays meeting fills all committee positions

Just on $26 million has been budgeted by Central Coast Council for projects on the Peninsula over the next year.

Merilyn Vale

Planning Panel to have public meetings only when a DA has 10 or more objections

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Community concerns are escalating over concrete waste which residents say continues to pour into Kincumber Creek.

A concept image of the twin tower proposal at The Entrance

More information and amended plans were requested by the Panel, which was seeking a proposal that should provide a benchmark development for one of the key iconic development sites in The Entrance. New plans see an increase from 80 to 102 residential units at the present car park site, bounded by 10 Dening St, 1-5 Short St, Theatre Lane and Bayview Ave. Comments made in submissions show that nearby

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Amended plans for a twin tower residential and commercial complex at The Entrance have been submitted to the Hunter Central Coast Regional Planning Panel with an increase of units from 80 to 102.

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Six suburbs on the Central Coast are among 450 sites statewide to have 5G coverage, Telstra announced this week..

Spring is almost upon us and with it comes Yarramalong Valley Spring Festival.

Independent Federal MP Zali Steggall has called for an end to the PEP 11 permit for offshore gas exploration as community opposition to drilling offshore on the Central Coast continues to grow.

Health

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The Prevention Order was issued in November 2018, after reports from the community about black dredging water being discharged at The Entrance North Beach and dredging at the channel was ceased pending further

DHV. To meet its licence commitments, Council has undertaken significant works with coastal experts which are ongoing, and works so far include sediment coring within the channel which is a technical process that takes vertical samples of sediment below the channel bed from 10 sites in the dredging areas for laboratory testing. Also, there has been sediment sampling and testing, including assessments of particle size, potential of acid sulfate soils and geochemistry, in order to understand what environment controls are needed to manage

Photo: Paul Barkley

Greens Senator Peter Whish-Wilson, Natasha Deen and Zali Steggall.

Dredging expected to start in September investigation. An EPA spokesperson said the updated licence came with some technical variations. “These variations will maintain the strict environmental standards that the EPA and community demand of a dredging program, while clarifying some of the technical aspects so that Central Coast Council is clear on its responsibilities,” the EPA spokesperson said. Council will now progress with development of the dredging plan with the support of expert coastal engineering company, Royal Haskoning

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Out&About

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Members of Central Coast Coal Ash Community Alliance testing waters near Vales Point Power Station, (from left) Bruce Derkenne, Ingrid Schraner and Gary Blaschke Inset: Signage saying Long term consumption of seafood from Mannering Bay and Wyee Creek may cause health effects due to elevated levels of selenium

NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has revoked a previous Prevention Order and issued Central Coast Council with an updated Environment Protection Licence to dredge the channel and undertake sand nourishment at The Entrance North Beach.

Budgewoi’s Bryan Dorfling is getting ready to tackle his next big adventure.

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Hunter Community Environment Centre (HCEC) will present evidence of heavy metal pollution in Lake Macquarie at a public hearing on September 1, as part of the NSW Government Inquiry into Coal Ash Waste Site Remediation.

the dredged material in accordance with the strict licence conditions. Another necessary environmental assessment is being done by a specialist on the potential impact of dredging operations on the endangered Little Terns (Sternula albifrons) and their key habitat. Council will incorporate suitable control measures to mitigate potential impacts to the Little Terns in accordance with state and federal legislation. With this information, Council’s coastal experts are developing dredging plans

which will aim to have dredging started in September. Some of the sand from the upcoming dredging program will be used to further nourish the beach at North Entrance where serious erosion took place during storms and high seas during the past two months. The erosion emergency work is now completed at North Entrance, with about 3,000 tonnes of basalt rock placed along the beach between Karagi Reserve and Hargraves St. Continued page 10

The Black Dog Institute’s Mullets for Mental Health campaign is currently underway. See page 23

Sport

There were mixed results for the coast’s two northern clubs in Round 6 of AFL Hunter Central Coast’s 2020 Black Diamond Cup, with the Killarney Vale Bombers picking up a win... See page 30

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Two confirmed COVID-19 cases on the Coast

Confirmed COVID-19 case on Central Coast A confirmed COVID-19 case on the Central Coast has prompted Central Coast Local Health District to urge commuters to be alert for COVID-19 symptoms. Anyone who travelled on the train services listed below is considered a casual contact and is being urged to monitor for symptoms. Anyone with symptoms should get tested immediately and self-isolate until they receive the result. The services concerned are: Monday August 24, Sydneybound train, departing Woy Woy station at 6.49am, arriving

Wynyard station at 8.05am and northbound train, departing Town Hall station at 5.31pm, arriving Woy Woy station at 6.54pm. Also, on Tuesday August 25; Sydney-bound train, departing Woy Woy station at 6.49am, arriving Gordon station at 7.36am and northbound train, departing Hornsby station at 7.53am, arriving Woy Woy station at 8.28am. The alert follows confirmation

of a COVID-19 case in a Central Coast man in his 50s, who is now in isolation. The man’s household contacts have tested negative for COVID-19 and are also in home isolation. The source of infection is a previously reported cluster in Sydney CBD. The train journeys are the only risk locations identified. There are no other exposure sites identified on the Central

Coast. Anyone with cold or flu-like symptoms such as fever, sore throat, cough or shortness of breath is urged to get tested. A walk-in COVID-19 testing clinic has been established at the Woy Woy Hospital kiosk, on Ocean Beach Rd, and will operate from August 28 to September 3 (inclusive) between 8.30am to 4pm. Central Coast Local Health District also provides COVID-19

testing at: Gosford Hospital, 75 Holden St, Monday to Friday, 9am and 5pm and 10am to 4pm on weekends. People are encouraged to book ahead on 4320 5055 although walk-in appointments are accepted. Wyong Hospital COVID Clinic, Building C (opposite the Health Services Building) 9am to 5pm every day and again, people are encouraged to book ahead on 4394 9200 although walkin appointments are accepted. Source: Media release, Aug 27 Central Coast Local Health District

Residents have the chance to name three of the region’s newest babies, with Central Coast Stadium’s residential Eastern Osprey family expanding to five. See page 17

Sport

Things just got a little more interesting in the Central Coast Rugby Union (CCRU) first grade competition with one draw, one upset and a breakthrough win. See page 39

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Two confirmed COVID-19 cases in Central Coast residents have prompted Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) to urge train commuters to be alert for COVID-19 symptoms, and if they experience any, to get tested immediately. One of the cases, a man aged in his 50s, is believed to have contracted the virus from a close contact linked to the Sydney CBD cluster, and is understood to have travelled to and from Woy Woy and Sydney via train whilst potentially infectious. Anyone who travelled on the following train services is considered a casual contact and is being urged to monitor for symptoms: Monday, August 24, Sydney-bound train, departing Woy Woy station at

Ronald McDonald House Charities’ Ride For Sick Kids is to return for its 16th instalment in September. See page 23

Sport

Ourimbah has retained its hold on the top spot in Central Coast Rugby Union’s First Grade Competition. See page 31

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40 hazard reduction burns on the priority list

Mannering Park RFS at the San Remo fire

Bushland around Mardi Dam is the next location for bushfire hazard reduction following a controlled burn by the Rural Fire Service at Tuggerah on Saturday and Sunday, August 29 and 30. Crews from five local rural fire brigades took advantage of favourable weather conditions to conduct a hazard reduction burn at Tuggerah. Rural Fire Service Central Coast District Manager, Superintendent Viki Campbell,

said there was about 7ha of bushland in the controlled burn at the rear of Tuggerah Public School, between Fowler Rd, Pacific Highway, Hillview Cres, Tambelin St and Arunta Rd. “We were really happy with the way that went, the conditions were perfect, and crews have been doing followup patrols of the area,” she said. Rural Fire Service brigades from Tuggerah, Berkeley Vale, Warnervale, Ourimbah and Brisbane Water conducted the

Tuggerah burn, and other crews across the Central Coast attended controlled burns at Somersby, Lake Macquarie and Hornsby. Firefighters were called to a bushfire at the end of Yurunga Ave, San Remo, on Saturday afternoon, August 29, which was not part of the hazard reduction exercise. Superintendent Campbell said the fire put up a lot of smoke and was quite visible with many people thinking it was part of the hazard reduction

burn. “The fire wasn’t “running” but sufficiently big enough that crews had to take it out to fire trail containment lines and it finished up being about 3ha in size, all up. “The cause of the fire is unknown and Fire Investigation was out there on Monday looking for possible causes and Police have also been notified,” Superintendent Campbell said. More hazard reduction burns are being done during this week at Holgate and nine

hectares around Mardi Dam. “Protecting our water assets, such as Mardi Dam and Mangrove Creek Dam catchment, is very important so they are a priority,” Superintendent Campbell said. She said hazard reduction burns had been hampered over Autumn and most of Winter due to the intermittent rain. “It’s incredibly limiting and we haven’t been able to get as many done as we would have liked by this time of the year.

“But we’ve got a window of opportunity with favourable weather at the moment, so we’re trying to do as many burns as we can. “The District has about 40 burns on the priority list in our Plan of Works for the year and they are shared across all the fire agencies such as National Parks, Forestry, Fire Rescue and the Rural Fire Service. “We all chip in and do our bit.” Sue Murray

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Wyee sewer project is on schedule

More than 70 percent of the $36M sewer project at Wyee has been completed, and it is on track to be finished by December.

More than 400 homes and businesses in Wyee will be connected to the sewer and the system will have the capacity to cater for future residential subdivisions in surrounding areas. A Hunter Water statement said that despite the challenges

raised by COVID-19 and some difficult site conditions encountered in the past few months, the work remained on schedule. More than 8km of the 11km pipeline has been laid and construction of the pump station in Wallarah St is underway. Once operational, it will store the south section of Wyee’s sewage below ground and then transfer it to the second pump

station on Karagi St. In coming months, surveyors will be visiting almost every street in the project to complete final surveying and pipeline testing. Restoration works will occur once construction is completed and testing has occurred. Monadelphous Engineering was contracted by Hunter Water and the NSW Government to undertake the work. Sue Murray

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Our plant sales are held on the first Saturday of each month Saturday 5th September 9am-12pm Come along to our plant sale at the CEN Office, Ourimbah, buy a few local native plants and chat about local environment issues. We have a range of local native plants available including ground covers and herbs, shrubs and

he COVID19 crisis has taken all our attention over recent months with even the bushfires receiving little or no attention in the media.

trees, bush food, bird attracting, native bee attracting, frog friendly and screen plants. Cash and EFTPOS. CEN Office, off Brush Road, Ourimbah

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MARINE DISCOVERY CENTRE WILL BE OPEN FOR THE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS Good news if you are looking for something fun to do in the school holidays. We are opening for the NSW School Holidays from September 26 to 11 October 2020. We will be following strict health guidelines to keep everyone safe. There will be limited

number of visitors for three 1.5 hour sessions per day (10am, 12pm and 2pm) and sessions must be pre-booked and prepaid. Bookings will be available online soon at www.ccmdc.org.au/events

OUR STORIES CAN MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN We can’t go back to where nature and our climate are exploited in the pursuit of profits; to where a clean, healthy environment is sacrificed for dirty coal; and where, time and time again, corporate power trumps the wishes of communities. Join us for an interactive workshop specifically designed for CEN supporters to learn and experience the power of storytelling. Explore how stories interconnect and allow us to share values, build trust and give insights into the history of the movements we are part of. This workshop offers skills to change the narrative and switch the balance of power to one where communities and nature thrive.

Swift Parrot Talk and Bird Survey Thursday, 17th September 9am-12pm - Sutton reserve, Bateau Bay • Find out how you can make a difference in conserving the critically endangered

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Take the recent Wamberal beach erosion: global sea levels are up only eight or nine centimetres since 1990 but that is enough to ensure that beach erosion events will get worse. Storm intensity has also increased,

effectively from these encroachments just as we cannot stop bushfires when they get as big as last season, but we need to protect human safety and help people when tragedy strikes. We must act urgently to cut emissions for this reason alone. There are many other reasons - the loss of species not the least. A 50 per cent cut in global emissions is needed within this decade. This can be achieved in Australia by Swift Parrot. • Join in on a guided bird survey/ walk, learn how to monitor birds and become a volunteer birdwatcher and contribute to bird data. Bookings Essential (numbers limited) To book and for more information habitatforwildlife@cen.org.au This project is proudly supported by the NSW Government through its Environmental Trust

WATERWATCH TRAINING DAY AT TERRIGAL LAGOON Do you want to help the environment but don’t know where to start? Come along to a free Waterwatch training workshop and learn about water quality monitoring in your local creeks and lagoons.

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SWIFT PARROT TALK AND BIRD SURVEY site, located on the eastern edge of the EDSACC recreational facility over a 3 year period. The plan is to restore Swift Parrot Lathamus discolour habitat by reducing weeds and revegetating areas with over 2000 plants.

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WHAT: NCC’s Storytelling for Change WHEN: 5:30pm-6:30pm Wednesday 23 September WHERE: Via Zoom. RSVP for the link. COST: Free RSVP: https://natureorg.nationbuilder.com/ storytelling_workshop Topics include: developing your personal story; interconnection of personal and public stories; using stories in an organising context; and from a personal to public narrative. You will leave the training with a deeper understanding of the power of storytelling and how it can be used to win.

Swift Parrots have been recorded feeding in Swamp Mahogany Eucalyptus robusta in the area surrounding Bateau Bay for over 40 years. Swamp Mahogany is a known habitat for Swiftys and other threatened species who are dependent on this winter food source. Swamp Mahogany are found in small patches on the Central Coast including along Salt Water Creek at Bateau Bay. This project aims to restore a wildlife corridor of the Stepping Stones Landcare

start. A repeat of last year is not likely as

WHERE: Terrigal Lions Park (corner Willoughby Rd and Terrigal Dve) Bookings are essential for catering purposes, include any dietary requirements. For further information email: waterwatch@cen.org.au or phone Rachael on 4349 4757

moving to renewables and changing to electric vehicles. Both can be done in just a few years. Wind and solar at scale are now cheaper than continuing to run existing coal-fired power stations. Votes are the key to making this happen. As individuals, we can talk to others about the urgency, particularly politicians. Other things we can do include cutting petrol and electricity use or moving to renewable energy. Roof-top solar is the best way to cut your emissions and provides huge cost savings for the household. See australianclimateroundtable.org.au

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Proactive approach to sourcing additional revenue has secured over $111M Central Coast Council’s proactive approach to sourcing additional revenue opportunities through grant funding, as well as advocacy for state and federal election commitments, has secured over $111M during the financial year 2019/20. These funds help support the delivery of Council services across numerous areas, with the major categories being: urban infrastructure, roads $76.9M; water and sewer $6.85M; footpaths $4.5M; other $2.77M; sporting facilities $8.63M; environment coastal $6.02M; and, emergency management $5.02M. Mayor Lisa Matthews said Council had received grant funding of $92.02M from the Federal Government and $19.36M from the NSW Government.

“With the impacts of the bushfires and COVID-19, many grant programs have been postponed, however, Council has continued advocacy for future funding on projects that are shovel ready and could support our community’s recovery,” the Mayor said. “There has also been a new grant finder tool that has already proved to be a valuable resource to support local businesses and community groups, with more than 1,300 unique visitors and 272 registered users to the site since the launch in May. “Council is thankful to both the NSW and Australian Governments for their support in funding which has enabled us to deliver vital projects in our region,” the Mayor said. Source: Media release, Aug 24 Central Coast Council

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Three major highway upgrades are at different stages Detailed design for the upgrade of the Pacific Highway through Wyong Town Centre will start in the second half of 2020. There is no start date in sight and there is no timeframe for construction of the project. Transport for NSW is planning to widen the highway to two lanes each way through Wyong, extending from Johnson St to Cutler Dr. So far, the NSW Government has invested $31M towards necessary property acquisitions to make way for the new road. Shadow Minister for Central Coast, David Harris, said the State Government had always said that when the M1 Motorway was finished they would then move to the road through Wyong. “I would be expecting in the November Budget that there would be significant funding to begin the necessary works for that project,” Harris said. During an on-site visit on August 28 to another major Pacific Highway project at Lisarow, Parliamentary Secretary for Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said the highway

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upgrade through Wyong Town Centre was another great project and that the government had already done a lot of work. “Wyong is another very complex project and when you’re talking about rolling out a project through a town centre you have to get it right the first time, because the impact that it will have during construction will be significant,” he said. “A lot of work has already been done and I know that now all the acquisitions have been completed.” Crouch said he was in constant conversation with the Minister for Regional Roads and Transport, Paul Toole, to

ensure that the Central Coast community got its fair share of roads funding from the NSW Government. “I know the Wyong upgrade is high on Minister Toole’s radar, and mine too,” Crouch said. “I thank the business chamber and the locals for all of their input and we will keep the community informed as the project progresses. “This government has already delivered almost $1B worth of road investment from one end of the Central Coast to the other, whether it be Maitland Bay Dr on the Peninsula, Central Coast Highway at Bateau Bay, the Pacific Highway at

Ourimbah and Lisarow or M1 upgrades, we are very proud of what we’ve been delivering for people on the Central Coast,” Crouch said. The $178M Pacific Highway upgrade through Lisarow is on schedule and a $387M Central Coast Highway project from Bateau Bay to Tumbi Umbi is ready to progress, following the community consultation phase. “The $387M roadworks on Central Coast Highway is the single biggest dollar value road project ever committed to on the Central Coast,” Crouch said. Sue Murray

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Planned retreat is the best way to combat coastal erosion - Greens Central Coast Greens have ramped up their campaign to see planned retreat adopted as the best way to counter coastal erosion, in the wake of storms during July and August which saw some properties at The Entrance North lose up to 10m of their foreshore. Spokesperson, Stephen Pearson, said the weather event, which also saw beachfront homes at risk of collapse and dozens of residents evacuated at Wamberal, highlighted the need for effective policies. The Greens’ policy addresses the challenges of rising sea levels and coastal erosion and flooding, and would seek long term actions including stopping development in high risk locations and instituting a planned retreat from high risk areas. “Allowing continued development and residence in high risk locations is not good for residents or the wider community,” Pearson said. “It is just not possible to protect every location with sea walls and revetments.

Central Coast Greens say planned retreat is the best way to combat coastal erosion

“These are expensive, potentially ineffective and can be destructive to the environment. “Occupation of high risk locations such as North Entrance and Wamberal beachfront doesn’t make

practical or financial sense. “The community should not be expected to pay for sea walls to protect the interests of a small number of residents so that they can live on a beachfront.” Pearson said the Central

Coast Greens would continue to press for a comprehensive risk approach to all proposed developments on the Central Coast. “We would protect public assets and infrastructure consistent with a policy of

planned retreat,” he said. “A planned retreat is a longterm policy that recognises the realities of climate change. “We understand that this will not be easy for communities in high risk areas, but it is better to have policies that address

realities of increasing weather events. “A frank, honest and equitable conversation needs to be had between the State Government and affected landowners to clarify the status of land titles, both currently impacted as well as for properties known to be under threat from progressively more extensive inundation. “It means taxpayers’ money is better spent and not wasted on short term amelioration that only lasts until the next storm. “With increased flooding seen across the Central Coast including Tuggerah Lakes, Davistown, and Woy Woy, we must spend our capital infrastructure monies wisely to protect the many and not the few. “This policy contrasts with the Liberals, who want to spend ever greater amounts of taxpayers’ funds on a small number of residences. “We need policies that will deliver for the whole community and offer sustainable outcomes long term.” Source: Media release, Aug 28 Central Coast Greens

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Coast Connect Central Coast Council’s weekly news and community information

FROM THE MAYOR

GETTING OUT AND ACTIVE THIS SPRING

Our Central Coast region is a hive of activity and lends itself to an array of opportunities for a healthy and active lifestyle for our residents of all ages. From pristine beaches to bushland walking and bike trails, parks and reserves, where the whole family from young and old can enjoy the outdoors. Council is committed to creating quality spaces for the benefit of our community and to attract visitors to our region. One way we enable this is through creating Play Spaces. These are intergenerational places in which we socialise, keep active and connect with each other. Council vary playspace inclusions from across different sites on the Coast to accommodate the varied needs of all disabilities – whether they are physical, mental, intellectual or sensory impairments. Our outdoor spaces are not the only way people can connect, our libraries also play a key role in connecting communities and people. They are at the heart of creating liveable, connected and sustainable cities. The development of Gosford Regional Library is set to become a central meeting point for locals and visitors alike, with plans to include a dedicated library space, Council customer service centre, library administration, meeting rooms and flexible functions spaces. COVID-19 has proven the very important role libraries have in our community for coming together and sharing ideas.

The values of the Central Coast community are strongly tied to our active lifestyles and natural environment including our beaches, waterways, ridges, estuaries, lakes, and valley floors. When’s a better time to get out and about than now.

Mayor Lisa Matthews Central Coast Council

COUNCIL MEETING

Council meetings are held twice each month. Full details: centralcost.nsw.gov.au/meetings. Meetings are livestreamed at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/ meeting-support

Improving our spaces for you

An active healthy lifestyle goes hand-in-hand with the beautiful location we live in. We have been busy improving our facilities and outdoor spaces just in time to explore as the weather warms up. Over the last twelve months, we’ve delivered 18 local playspaces across the Coast plus two district level playspaces located at Empire Bay and Wallarah Point Peace Park, Gorokan. We’ve completed a major renovation of the Lake Haven Recreation Centre, investing over $2million in new gym equipment, upgrading the facility and making it ready for 24/7 operation when COVID restrictions allow. Completed sportsgrounds and sporting facility projects include the rebuilding of the south amenities block at EDSACC oval in Bateau Bay, drainage and irrigation works at James Browne Oval in Woy Woy and Kanwal Oval, plus upgrades at Berkeley Vale Skate Park, Adelaide Street Tennis Court in Killarney Vale and Hylton Moore Oval in East Gosford. On our waterways we’ve also upgraded San Remo and South Tacoma boat ramp and jetty, Koolewong Foreshore car park, Correa Bay Woy Woy boat ramp and Gwandalan (Taylors Bay) jetty plus completed improvement works at Gwandalan, Lioness Park swimming enclosure. And the highly anticipated new Water Play Park at the Peninsula Leisure Centre will soon be opening. Want to stay in the loop on the latest improvements from Council? Search ‘enews’ at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au and sign up today.

Coast’s strength during challenging year

Like all of Australia, the Central Coast has taken a hit due to COVID-19 but the region is also showing remarkable resilience. Key tourism measures have shown significant yearon-year spikes for the Central Coast in June and July, with occupancy rates for our Holiday Parks up along with retail and restaurant spending. A number of new businesses have also emerged across the region, and we have seen many established businesses undertake makeovers and improve facilities. Our region is hard to beat as a place to live, work and visit – with stunning beaches, bushwalks, picturesque hinterland and great locally produced food. It is wonderful to see our community and visitors remaining COVID safe, and tourism growing despite incredibly challenging circumstances. Read more at visitcentralcoast.com.au

Beaches, footpaths and shared pathways

You’ve told us that pathways are a priority and we’re continuing our investment in footpaths and shared pathways in line with the first Central Coast Bike Plan and Pedestrian Access and Mobility Plan. We’ve captured video imaging of all our pathways and are prioritising connections to activity centres, public transport and schools, followed by connections on recreation and tourism routes. Walking and cycling are great ways to get exercise. Search ‘pathways’ at centralcoast.nsw. gov.au for current projects or tips to stay safe. If you’re planning on hitting the beach, our lifeguards will be patrolling over 15 beaches when patrol season begins on 26 September. However, if you want a dip before the flags are up remember to do it safely - check conditions, use caution and swim with a friend! Search ‘beaches’ at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au

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Issue 14

Community Bulletin - COVID-19 Information YOUR HYGIENE

YOUR HEALTH

Soap dispensers in toilet blocks

Soap dispensers will be installed in all Councilrun public toilet blocks across the Coast, where possible and within available funding. Vandal guards will also be installed on 20 dispensers in blocks considered to be at high risk of vandalism. Council has not installed soap dispensers in the past because there are often high rates of vandalism in public toilets. There is also a significant risk of falls and injuries if soap lands on the floor, causing a slip hazard. However, last week Council voted to install the dispensers in a bid to promote soap’s role in good hand hygiene which can help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus and other illnesses. To reduce the risk of slip hazards, the dispensers will be installed directly over washbasins. As well as washing hands with soap and water to avoid spreading COVID, please continue to practise social distancing and to stay home if feeling unwell.

Take care not to share!

YOUR LEISURE

With a local COVID-19 case identified last week, Coast residents are being urged to be extra vigilant about monitoring their personal health and avoiding community transmission of the virus. In addition to COVID testing clinics at Gosford, Wyong and Erina, a pop-up clinic has been set up at Woy Woy Hospital. It was expected to be open until Thursday 3 September, with an extension if required. Anyone experiencing even mild symptoms should seek a test. Symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat, difficulty breathing, and loss of taste or smell. To find your closest clinic, visit nsw.gov.au/covid-19/how-to-protectyourself-and-others/clinics NSW Health recommends wearing a mask, particularly when it may be difficult to maintain social distance from others. This includes when travelling on public transport or in indoor settings. Council thanks residents for helping to avoid spreading the virus. In addition to a mask, please continue to maintain 1.5metres social distancing and practise hand hygiene. Get tested and stay home if unwell.

Isolation art

A special exhibition at Gosford Regional Gallery is showcasing the creative responses of 11 Central Coast artists to their time ‘in iso’ during the COVID-19 shutdown. The “isolation” works represent a diverse range of responses, from messages of hope and encouragement, explorations of domestic life and the natural environment, to candid expressions of the challenges of physical distance, fear, boredom, and unemployment. With venue closures and restrictions on meeting together, artists have continued to explore innovative ways of reaching out to the community and creatively processing the implications of enforced isolation. This exhibition celebrates the resilience of our creative community on the Central Coast during the upheaval of recent months. Work from the following artists is featured: Peter Baka, Jon Ellis, Jane Gillings, Grant Molony, Jenni McEwen, Richard O’Farrell, Ian Provest, Shirin Shamie, Claire Tozer, Margaret Westcott and Cheryl Wilcox. Based at the Gosford Regional Gallery the exhibition is open until Saturday 12 September. For details, search “isolation” at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au.

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In 2020, our region has faced climate impacts such as drought, bushfires, floods and coastal erosion. Small actions lead to big solutions for your community. Have your say and help develop the first Central Coast Climate Action Plan #CentralCoastCAP Complete the 10 minute survey, or share your ideas on the interactive map at yourvoiceourcoast.com

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Casuarina Grove to be taken over by a private provider Six enrolled nurses and 25 health service workers employed full time at Casuarina Grove in Hamlyn Terrace will lose their jobs when Ability Options takes over the specialised aged care facility in October. Casuarina Grove will be transitioned to private provider, Ability Options, a not for profit organistion, on Thursday, October 29, as the NSW Government moves all government operated disability services to the private sector, which is part of its Disability Services Change Management Plan. Staff at the centre received an email on Tuesday, August 25, informing them of the planned changes, including redundancies. The email said that a number of staff currently employed at Casuarina Grove would not transfer and would be stood down as part of the state’s move away from disability service provision. Assistant Secretary of the Public Service Association, Troy Wright, said that it is not intended to transfer casual staff, and that temporary staff

with contracts up for renewal before the transfer date would be let go. He said it was a shock that this could happen in the middle of a pandemic. “This is a move that we fear will put particularly vulnerable elderly people at risk of neglect and COVID-19,” he said. “These are important roles within the home that provide not only maintenance and housekeeping, but companionship and support for the residents. “It is unbelievable that the Berejiklian government has pushed ahead with privatising the services that our state’s most vulnerable rely on. “The first thing the new operator has come in and done is cut jobs. “How is that going to deliver a better outcome for the residents? “This comes in the middle of a pandemic, and after we’ve seen how poorly the likes of Newmarch House, Epping Gardens and St Basil’s have performed, it makes what’s happening at Casuarina Grove all the more alarming,” Wright said.

He said a report by the University of Queensland, commissioned by the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety, found that small aged care facilities run by state governments were the best quality for residents, beating not-for-profit and forprofit providers. Casuarina Grove is a purposebuilt facility for aged people with a disability which delivers high needs care. It opened in 2010 to replace the facility at Peat Island which had become too dated to operate at the highest standards. Casuarina Grove has 100 beds and is currently home to 57 people. It was built at a cost of $35M and its design won awards at the time. “We know that the best way to care for our elderly is through government-run aged care,” Wright said. “However, NSW is the only state or territory that offers no government-run services or support to those living with severe disabilities. “Under the Department of Family and Community

Services (FACS) system, no one is turned away, but private operators and nongovernmental organisations have not made any guarantee. “This means that there is no accommodation of last resort that guarantees that someone will have a home. “The people of Casuarina Grove all share the same need for well regulated, well funded, well delivered services by people who care for them professionally and personally. “They must be treated respectfully as people, not as customers,” Wright said. Shadow Minister for Central Coast, David Harris, has written to the Minister and Premier calling on them to freeze any termination of employment during the COVID-19 crisis. “This heartless government, in the middle of a pandemic and with rising unemployment, has notified more than 30 employees that their jobs will be cut,” Harris said. “It also flies in the face of the Berejiklian Government commitment at the last election that no regional public service jobs will be cut. “The NSW Government’s

decision to freeze the wages of public servants will already cost the Central Coast economy $120M in pre-tax income, according to a study by the Australia Institute, and this latest decision is a kick in the guts, not just for those families affected, but the wider Central Coast economy,” Harris said. Member for Dobell and Shadow Assistant Minister for Carers and Mental Health, Emma McBride, said that as COVID-19 continued to unfold, it was distressing to hear that local workers were being left out in the cold by this government. “Many of the residents form lifelong bonds with their carers and this loss will be felt deeply, given the isolation and loneliness of COVID-19,” she said. A spokesperson for the Department of Communities and Justice (DJI) said the NSW Government was working closely with the nongovernment sector to provide the best possible care to people with disability across the state. “The transfer of specialist disability supports to the nongovernment sector signifies a

generational change to disability support, and the transfer of Casuarina Grove is part of the ongoing implementation of the NDIS in NSW. “Ability Options, a not-forprofit organisation, was carefully chosen to provide specialist supported living to residents of Casuarina Grove after a robust tender process. “There have been no mass resignations at Casuarina Grove. “Sixty-three staff, including registered nurses, assistants in nursing, a clinical nurse educator, community workers and support workers will transfer to Ability Options. “An additional 23 specialist staff will be recruited. “We are working closely with all staff affected through a comprehensive Change Management Plan, which includes access to support, funding for learning and development and other employment opportunities,” the DJI spokesperson said. Ability Options declined to make any comment. Sue Murray

Clr Jane Smith - Independent Deputy Mayor Central Coast Council

ICAC needs more funding

he NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) was established in 1988 as an independent organisation to “protect the public interest, prevent breaches of public trust and guide the conduct of public officials in the NSW public sector”. ICAC is important because it ensures accountability, transparency and good governance - it builds confidence and trust. Since 2012, Australia has slipped eight points in global rankings of perceived corruption levels (Transparency International). Over recent years, NSW ICAC has been under attack—facing ongoing budget cuts and limiting of its powers. There are concerns that its independence is being undermined. In 2019, the budget dropped by 10% and ICAC’s staffing levels are at near-record lows. However, in the last two financial years, the number of matters received by ICAC has increased from 2,436 to 2,751. At a Federal level, there is no integrity commission. No agency has the power to investigate what might be considered to be corrupt conduct - including misconduct of MPs, ministers, political staff or the judiciary. Agencies at that level can only investigate criminal charges. In December 2018, the federal government committed to establish a Commonwealth Integrity Commission but what has been proposed is widely criticised as not having teeth. Almost two years later there is still no commission in place. On 24 August, I moved a motion at Council to call on Local Government NSW, the peak body for Councils in NSW, to campaign for the strengthening of NSW ICAC and the establishment of a Federal ICAC. That is something that I hope all Councils across NSW will support when it goes to the LGNSW Annual Conference later this year. We all need to work to protect the integrity of institutions such as ICAC that are currently being undermined and attacked - and to establish a Federal ICAC. I support calls for these institutions to be independent, well resourced, strong, and protected from political attacks. Note: My comments include extracts from submissions to the NSW Parliamentary Inquiry into the Budget Process for Independent Oversight Organisations - including submissions from the Centre for Public Integrity and NSW ICAC.

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ne of the first things that our new Central Coast Council did was to re-establish a number of Advisory Committees that had been abolished under the Administrator. These Committees are an important mechanism for communication, consultation, advice and feedback to Council staff and Councillors. Council should not be a black box that nobody can see inside. At their most basic level, these committees provide a layer of transparency and accountability within our organisation and connection to our community. Minutes are reported to Council and published on our website. More deeply, Advisory Committees can add value to the work of our Council. We may not all agree however, we benefit from the knowledge, skills and experience of those that sit around the table. These committees are not empowered to make decisions - they provide advice to Council. Advisory Committees are just one way of consulting with our community. The International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) has a “public participation spectrum” that is widely used by governments and other organisations. Citizen Advisory Committees are an example of how Councils can collaborate with our community - rather than just inform or consult. I greatly appreciate the time that members of all our Advisory Committees contribute to our Council and our region. They give up their time and share their knowledge to work towards a better Central Coast. Thank you!

Members of the COSS Advisory Committee on a site inspection of Council’s work on pathways.

September is Biodiversity Month and 7 September is Threatened Species Day! It is a great time of year to enjoy and appreciate our reserves and National Parks. I encourage you to get outside and enjoy these special places - but also consider what you can do to help protect them.

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Elderly man was assaulted at Bateau Bay Police are appealing for public assistance after an elderly man was assaulted at Bateau Bay. At some time between 6 and 8pm on Friday, August 21, a 79-year-old man drove to a carpark at the intersection of Anne Findlay Pl and Bias Ave, Bateau Bay, after arranging to meet a person that he met through social media. Upon arrival, the elderly man spoke with a man before being pushed to the ground from behind by an unknown number of men.

Police have been told the group demanded cash and his mobile phone, before the elderly man tried to return to his car and leave. The group followed him and proceeded to punch and kick his vehicle before he drove away. He attended Wyong Police Station and reported the incident. The elderly man was uninjured. Detectives from Tuggerah

At about 10.30am on Thursday, August 27, a 30-year-old man was returning to his parked car when he was allegedly confronted by an 18-year-old man. Police will allege the vehicle owner was punched in the face and knocked to the ground before his car keys were stolen

The 18-year-old then entered the vehicle before allegedly reversing towards two people, forcing them to jump out of the way, and driving from the scene. The 30-year-old man was taken to Wyong Hospital in a stable condition. Officers from Tuggerah Lakes Police District attended and commenced an investigation.

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Lakes Police District have commenced an investigation into the incident. It’s understood that one of the men was armed with a metal pole. As police continue their inquiries, investigators are appealing for anyone who may have dashcam or CCTV footage from the nearby area between 5.30pm and 9pm on the 21st, or who may have seen or heard anything suspicious, to contact them. Source: Press release, Sep 1 NSW Police Media

Unlicensed driver assaults owner and steals his vehicle An unlicensed driver has appeared in court after he allegedly punched a man before stealing his car at Wyong.

Following inquiries, the 18-year-old man was arrested at Campbelltown Police Station at around 7pm that same day. He was charged with aggravated take/drive motor vehicle with person in/on it – inflict actual bodily harm, and drive while unlicensed. The Minto man was refused bail to appear in Campbelltown Local Court. Source: Press release, Aug 28 NSW Police Media

Victims of domestic and family violence will have easier access to public hospitals for treatment, as part of the NSW Government’s COVID-19 response. The NSW hospital fees policy has been changed so that Medicare ineligible victims of domestic and family violence (DFV) will no longer be required to report the crime to police to access public hospitals at no cost.

Assistance sought about a serious assault around 3.30pm on Tuesday, August 18, and witnessed the assault to come forward. They are particularly interested to hear from anyone who may have dashcam footage from that time.

The incident occurred between 10pm and 10.30pm on Saturday, August 15, on Watkins St. According to police, a number of men were involved in the brawl, with one man struck with a hammer, while another man was left with serious

Detectives are requesting anyone who was travelling northbound along the Pacific Hwy, Lake Munmorah, at

Detectives have information that two female off duty paramedics stopped and assisted at the time, along with a number of motorists. Source: Website, Aug 26 Police Report E 77278082 Tuggerah Lakes PD

The change by the NSW Government follows an Australian Institute of Criminology report that found DFV had risen during the pandemic. The report also found a large proportion of victims were not reporting to police. Health Minister, Brad Hazzard, said it is vital that people facing violence at home feel safe to seek support and care in our public hospitals, without fear of reprisal from perpetrators.

“A tragic, often hidden cost of the COVID-19 pandemic is the rise in violence on the home front and fewer opportunities to reach out for support,” Hazzard said. “The NSW Government is helping to clear the way for victims of domestic and family violence to receive essential medical treatment and care in our hospitals, whenever they need it,” he added. Dilon Luke

Wild street brawl leaves two men with serious injuries Tuggerah Lakes Police District is investigating after two men were left with serious injuries following a wild street brawl at Long Jetty.

Tuggerah Lakes Police are seeking the community’s assistance with an investigation into a serious assault at Lake Munmorah.

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lacerations after being stabbed with a knife.

Both men were taken to hospital and require ongoing medical treatment. A number of persons of interest left the scene in a four door dark coloured utility with a tray, along with a small red hatch back, with no further description available. Detectives are seeking witnesses to this incident and information to the identity of the owners of the vehicles involved leaving the scene. Dilon Luke

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In the next 10 to 20 years, according to various articles, there will be up to 25 new streets, an influx of new homes and a small community shopping strip, including a new primary school. Across Sparks Rd is the longawaited Warnervale Town Centre, where the retail and entertainment precinct has progressed to construction after years of inaction. That will include up to 100 new homes, parklands, a new tavern and a retail/commercial precinct along with a

Woolworths supermarket. This is great, as it will provide growth and much-needed employment for a part of our region as there will be a flood of people moving from Sydney to escape the rat race of the city. However, I feel there is one question that a lot of us are thinking: What is going to happen with the railway crossing? I have been a resident for 12 years and whenever I catch the train at Warnervale station, I can’t help but picture what the area is going to look like in 20

years’ time. There will be people catching the train to and from Sydney and Newcastle and there will be a swarm of school children using the station to commute to and from the new school. The main road that passes the station will be clogged with cars trying to access the M1 motorway, Wyong and Tuggerah, and of course, children trying to get home from the new school. This is an issue, I believe, that needs to be brought to the attention of the Council and the NSW Government now, rather than later. From a personal point of view,

Three points to consider One of Parkinson’s Laws is ‘that work expands to fill the available time’. A corollary of this could be “never use one word when you can use two or preferably three.” This principle pervades all levels of government. We have the renamed Warnervale Aircraft Landing

FORUM Area in your last issue (edition 201). What is wrong with Warnervale Aerodrome or Airfield? Too simple for bureaucracy? In the same issue, the Central Coast Council is proposing a 5

per cent increase in some fees. How can such a rise well above the CPI be justified? Finally, I certainly hope that the new $385,000 rescue boat is durable. A lot of money to spend if it is not. Email, Aug 17 Ray Hyslop, Gwandalan

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I don’t understand why they can’t get their hands dirty now and replace the crossing while it is quiet and there is not much building happening. The railway crossing was perfect when Warnervale was a small rural village, however, in the next 20 years Warnervale will start its transformation from the village as we know it, into a fully serviced suburb with a wide range of retail options and the new Town Centre. When they do replace the crossing, they should consider upgrading the station to make it safer for wheelchair and disabled passengers, because the ramps there are slowly

deteriorating. The station could also do with some restroom facilities. I heard the other day that not far from the station, they are building an education and university complex near Lakes Grammar School, and this again is another reason why the crossing needs to be removed now rather than later. Think about all those university students that are going to be using that road and station in the years to come. In Victoria, for example, they are removing up to 50 railway crossings and that is what I would call an excellent move and excellent business

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It has come to my attention that since the COVID-19 lockdown, the only people that are missing out on financial relief are the pensioners. Yes, we got the $1,500 stimulus package, but so did the people on unemployment benefits, and since the start, they have had double their

fortnightly payment, so none of them are going to look for work. Pensioners are really struggling to make ends meet and now, just to top it off, we miss out on our meagre pension rise. Email, Aug 27 Danny Mullen, Wadalba

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decision. If Victoria can remove that many crossings, then why can’t our state government remove the railway crossing at Warnervale. So the message is clear: Put on your thinking caps and get some funding to support this undertaking before a tragic accident or a congestion line occurs. Let’s get this crossing replaced with an over or underpass. It will aid in the recovery plan for the state’s economy, post pandemic.

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The Coast Paddle planned for September

Budgewoi’s Bryan Dorfling is getting ready to tackle his next big adventure. No stranger to a grand gesture, locals might remember Dorf as the bloke that walked from Budgewoi to Brisbane in 2019 to raise awareness for mental health in regional communities. Dorf trekked over 1,000kms with his trademark pink wig, but now he’s ditching it for a pair of budgie smugglers to raise funds for a cause near

and dear to his heart, Camp Breakaway. Dorf has been a long time volunteer at the San Remo based respite provider and with Breakaway now coming out the other side of a pandemic shutdown he’s hoping to drum up some interest as well as a few dollars to help the organisation get back on its feet. Not one for subtlety, Dorf has opted to revive the Bondi 2 Budge Big Swim, and kickstart a new event, The Coast Paddle,

to get the ball rolling. Spearheaded by community groups Live To Give Oz and Team EarthDowns, The Coast Paddle will see Dorf hit the surf at Catherine Hill Bay Beach on September 12 to swim and paddle sections of a 45km course to Avoca Beach. He’ll be joined by a handful of mates, with the event also open to all interested locals who want to join Dorf in the water or by surf ski, paddle board, jet ski or boat, floaties not recommended.

Aside from putting the focus on Breakaway, the paddle will also act as the final proving ground for Dorf as he prepares for the Bondi 2 Budge. Taking place on December 4, the gargantuan undertaking will see Dorf embark on a 100km swim from Bondi Beach to Budgewoi and replaces the previously cancelled Budge 2 Bondi that was due to take place in May. For Dorf, the delay has proven to be a hidden blessing, giving the larrikin more time to train

his body and mind for what’s to come. It’s also given him scope to reverse the Big Swim, something he’s very happy about. “Getting to do the Big Swim in reverse means it’ll be like a homecoming, plus it’ll be nice to be able to get out of the water and then just walk home,” Dorf said. With the countdown now on, Dorf’s hopeful that the hard work of everyone involved will

translate into real benefits for Breakaway. “Being a part of the Breakaway family is very special to me. “Seeing the wonderful work that they do firsthand is awesome, and getting to meet all these beautiful, amazing people living their lives despite their challenges, is humbling. “It really does give you a different perspective on what’s important,” Dorf said. Dilon Luke

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Camp Breakaway has re-opened for business Camp Breakaway has reopened for business and staff and volunteers say they want everybody to know. The disability respite care specialists are bouncing back after temporarily shutting down in April, when the financial impact of the coronavirus left them little choice but to scale back. But now, with their finances sorted and clear regulations about what they can and can’t offer in a Covid environment, things are on the way up. With their usual camp programs unable to be offered, Breakaway has decided to offer tailored respite for individuals and small groups until such a time as they can return to business as usual. “It’s strictly limited to two to three people per cabin, but guests still have access to all of our facilities, including games room, tennis courts, hall, playground and jumping pillow,” said Breakaway’s General Manager, Brett

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Walker. “We’re now working hard to get the word out that we’re here and that our cabins are open to anyone looking for a break, not just people living

with disability,” he added. While Covid is still a major concern, Walker said government support schemes and an increase in personal philanthropy had mostly

remedied the cashflow problems that led to the shutdown. “When Covid was at its peak in NSW, we saw a decline in major corporate

sponsorship and with no one able to leave home, we had no revenue coming in, so it was a really tough position to be in. “But now, thanks to

JobKeeper and a lift in donations, we are financially in the clear and estimates put us in the green until at least March, 2021,” Walker said. Breakaway’s Auxiliary Cottage is home to a hard working volunteer group. Wanting to raise a bit of money for Breakaway, the group started making facemasks at the beginning of April and now they’re up to their eyeballs in orders. “It’s just gone gangbusters. “The ladies have made over 2,000 masks and counting, and we now have almost a fortnight’s worth of back orders. “They’re practically mass producing the things and can barely keep up,” Walker said. “It’s really such a beautiful thing that these ladies are doing. “They’re working so hard for Breakaway and it really feels like we’ve gone through the doom and gloom and come out the other side thriving,” Walker said. Dilon Luke

BOOK REVIEW

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Don’t Cry, Dance: A Memoir of War, Love & Forgiveness

Author: Nina Angelo Publisher: Sydney Jewish Museum

Nina Angelo is an OAM recipient for her Service to the Arts and the (NSW) Central Coast Community. She is a well-known artist and storyteller and this book is a memoir that combine’s Nina’s life with the tapestry of experiences of her mother and father, both Holocaust survivors. Nina’s work in textiles has led her on a journey throughout Australia as well as Fiji and Tuvalu where she has taught workshops, organised festivals, and owned a store. She is a mother and grandmother and … she is the daughter of Janka and Albert Yacoël, who were both sent to Auschwitz, the notorious concentration camp, and who both survived. This is their story as well as her own. Janka was born in Poland. Her father, a doctor, went off to fight in the army when the war started. Janka walked him to the bus stop as her mother “couldn’t face it. (She said she knew she

was not going to see him again, and she didn’t).” Janka and her family survived many years under occupation – she went to school and worked at various jobs, but she was eventually apprehended by the Gestapo and sent to Auschwitz. Albert’s family came from Spain but were cast out during the Spanish Inquisition to settle in Greece. He was working for the resistance when he was given up by a German spy who had infiltrated the group. He too was sent to Auschwitz. While Janka’s and Alberts paths crossed at Auschwitz, it was in Paris, after the war, that they met again.

Janka and her friend have been given a tenpound note and while her friend wanted to spend the money on getting some basics, Janka fell in love with a teal blue dress, “Look, we never had anything ten minutes ago and we might not have anything in ten minutes time, but we’ve got our life and I really want that dress!”. Albert sees Janka wearing that dress and they begin the rest of their lives together. They live in Greece for a while, where Nina is born, but eventually settled in Australia, arriving in 1949. Years later Nina is struggling with being a single mother, raising twins while trying to earn a living. She has experienced two house fires (that’s

right, not one but two), which destroyed everything, including all the notes and tapes that Janka recorded about her life. But Nina is spiritual and, when she is down, the universe supplies and years later she discovers a wooden trunk that has been in her possession. Among the items in the trunk are Janka’s notes. Another miracle happens when a friend tells Nina there is a web site that contains an interview Albert had given in 1986 for the Sydney Jewish Museum – seven hours of interviews. What an amazing thing to find 16 years after her father’s passing. I am not normally a fan of audiobooks, however Don’t Cry, Dance is available as an audiobook and, in this case, I think the story about Albert and Janka would make for great listening. The characters’ accents are evident in the writing but to actually hear their words, spoken would be powerful. I did have one issue with Nina’s story – I found it jumped around a bit, almost as a stream of consciousness rather than a cohesive memoir – but the story is powerful and the message of love, family (be it related or of the heart) and forgiveness is a powerful legacy and one we can all learn from. Don’t Cry, Dance will be officially launched at the Sydney Jewish Museum by Resident Historian of the Museum, Emeritus Professor Konrad Kwiet on Sunday, 15 September at 2:30pm. Kim Reardon The Reluctant Book Critic

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Pinkbox installed at Young Parents’ Hub Young Parents’ Hub Central Coast, at Wyong, is now the recipient of a Dignity Vending Machine, thanks to Woolworths and Share the Dignity. Share the Dignity vending machines are also known as Pinkboxes, and they dispense period packs which contain two pads and six tampons, allowing girls and women access to free sanitary products to manage their period with dignity. “There is a huge number of women in need on the Central Coast, women who are genuinely homeless and sleeping rough, and young women like the ones here at the Hub,” said local Share the Dignity volunteer, Rhonda Douglas. Share the Dignity provides sanitary items, incontinence pads and period underwear to distribute to about 30 charities across the Coast.

Woolworths’ commitment to Share the Dignity includes funding 80 Dignity vending machines with more than half now installed. “We know that small dignities can make a big difference and we are so pleased to have been able to work with Share the Dignity to fund the Pinkbox at Wyong’s Young Parents’ Hub,” said Wadalba Woolworths store manager, Steven Clark. The Young Parents’ Hub is a centre aiming to break down barriers that exist for young parents to successfully complete their education, such as financial hardship, family and domestic violence, homelessness and access to services. Manager of the Hub, Bronwyn Thoroughgood, said that she was thrilled to have a Pinkbox available at the Hub to help provide access to period products for those who need it, for free.

Local Share the Dignity volunteer, Rhonda Douglas, will be responsible for restocking and managing the vending machine. “At Share the Dignity, we believe that access to pads and tampons is a right, not a privilege, and that no woman or girl should ever have to choose between eating and living with dignity,” she said. “No girl should ever miss a day of education because she can’t afford period products. “Woolworths has come on board as a corporate sponsor and each year during our Dignity Drives in March and August, they donate five cents for every sanitary item purchased,” Douglas said. “Those five cents add up, and last year, Woolworths donated $1.2M, which meant that we could supply vending machines like the one here.” Sue Murray

Share the Dignity volunteer, Rhonda Douglas (left), Wadalba Woolworths Assistant Manager, Stuart Kidd, and Young Parents’ Hub Manager, Bronwyn Thoroughgood, with the new Pinkbox

Goats no longer homeless From page 1 A herd of adventurous wild goats roaming around Ourimbah near Bangalow Creek and Sohier Park, have found a new home.

Goats on Sohier Park at Ourimbah Photo: Paul Barkley

Gareth Cleal, who is a Bio Security Officer with Greater Sydney Local Land Services, based at Wyong, was called to investigate after reports of the goats causing mischief around town. “People have been ringing up asking us to do something because it’s got to the stage that it’s a public safety issue,” he said. The goats have been spotted on the railway station, they

have been herded off the bridge near the station and they’ve being doing damage in nearby residential areas. The goats are visible most mornings at Sohier Park. “They’ve been heading towards the train line and you’ve got the Pacific Highway there as well, so we thought we’d do something about it before something happens,” Cleal said. “From what I can gather, a landholder in the area, who passed away about two years ago, had a few goats which were left there, and now there’s about 40. “We’re in the process of getting them into some yards

and then we’ll relocate the goats to another property in Ourimbah, which is good because he’s got goats already and has the facilities to keep these goats where they need to stay. “Some of them were already coming in to the yard on Friday, August 28, but we don’t want to rush them or put any pressure on them, we want them to get comfortable and when the time is right we’ll relocate them safely. “So far so good; and the main thing is they’ve got a place to go to once they’re captured,” Cleal said.

Song to honour Amy Winehouse released It’s been nine years since the tragic passing of singersongwriter, Amy Winehouse, and now a Central Coast superfan is preparing to release a song in her honour. Toukley’s Daniel Turner dropped new track ‘Save Me’ and its accompanying music video in memoriam ofWinehouse digitally on August 29. The Chronicle spoke to Turner about the impending release as well as his love for Winehouse, which has helped open the door to a whole new world of performing. Aside from his own up and coming pop music, Turner is also evolving a career as a drag artist and entertainer, with Winehouse

the inspiration behind his persona ‘Amy’, who he’s channelled to deliver the track. “This ballad has a special message that we are not alone, and I think that’s something we can all empathise with and appreciate during these trying times. “Since the pandemic began, I think it’s safe to say that everyone’s had a ‘save me’ moment, myself included, so I hope that translates,” Turner said. For Turner that moment has been a long battle with depression, something that embracing Amy has helped him come to terms with. “Becoming Amy was at first just a bit of fun that’s evolved into

so much more. “I now release music as Amy, tour my show Amy and the Winettes, and host a regular online celebrity talk show, On the Couch With Amy, where I interview musicians, entertainers and drag artists. “Not bad for what was supposed to just be a one off dress up to see if I looked like her,” Turner said. Exploring new opportunities with his newfound persona has also helped Turner weather the pandemic, which has been particularly crippling towards musicians and other artists who rely on performing live for both income and for personal fulfilment. “Music is my life, so not being

able to tour and perform live has been incredibly tough. “I’ve been doing a lot more online stuff but it’s not the same as performing to a live audience. “It’s all felt a bit surreal, but getting to write, record and release Save Me has felt very much like the light at the end of a dark tunnel,” Turner said. And with the ballad set to be the crowning jewel in his upcoming album, Outside The Lines, set for release in early September, Turner’s hopeful that the light’s here to stay. The track charted at number 30 on iTunes before debuting at number 43. Dilon Luke Daniel Turner, AKA Amy

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The Blues (M) [s] 8:30 America’s Got Talent: 10:00 QI: Quarrels (PG) [s] 12:00 Dr Christian Jessen Will See 10:30 ABC Late News [s] Live Performance 2 (PG) [s] 10:15 The Latest Seven News [s] You Now (M n) [s] 11:05 Four Corners [s] 11:50 Media Watch [s] 10:45 Deadly Dates: Nicole M v) [s] 12:50 Explore: Treetops [s] 11:45 Surveillance Oz: Dashcam 1:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] 12:10 Wentworth (MA15+) [s] 1:30 Home Shopping (PG) [s] 12:55 Parliament Question Time [s] 12:30 Home Shopping 4:00 Ellen (PG) [s] 1:55 rage (MA15+) [s] 5:30 Today [s] 6:00 Sunrise [s] 6:00 News Breakfast [s] 9:00 Today Extra [s] 9:00 The Morning Show (PG) [s] 9:00 ABC News Mornings [s] 11:30 NINE’s Morning News [s] 11:30 Seven Morning News [s] 10:00 Planet America [s] 12:00 Movie: “The Fifth Estate” (M v,l) 12:00 Desperate Housewives (PG) 10:30 Australian Story [s] 1:00 New Amsterdam: (’13) Stars: Peter Capaldi, 11:05 Grand Designs Australia (PG) The Blues (M) [s] David Thewlis, Anatole 12:00 ABC News At Noon [s] 2:00 The Block: Guest Ensuite Taubman 1:00 Hard Quiz (PG) [s] Week (PG) [s] 3:00 The Chase UK [s] 1:30 Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS 3:00 Tipping Point (PG) [s] 4:00 Seven News At 4 [s] HELL (M) [s] 4:00 NINE’s Afternoon News [s] 2:00 Parliament Question Time [s] 5:00 The Chase Australia [s] 5:00 Millionaire Hot Seat [s] 6:00 Seven News [s] 3:10 ABC News Afternoons [s] 7:00 Home And Away (PG) [s] 6:00 NINE News [s] 4:05 Think Tank (PG) [s] 7:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] 5:05 Grand Designs Australia (PG) 7:30 America’s Got Talent: Results Show 2 (PG) [s] 7:30 NRL: Brisbane Broncos v 6:00 The Drum [s] Penrith Panthers *Live* From 6:55 Sammy J [s] 8:30 Movie: “ Fool’s Gold” (M v,s) (’08) – A new clue to the Suncorp Stadium [s] 7:00 ABC News [s] whereabouts of a lost treasure 9:45 Golden Point (M) [s] – Peter 7:30 7.30 [s] Sterling, Paul Vautin, Andrew rekindles a married couple’s 8:00 The Heights (PG) [s] Johns and Billy Slater join sense of adventure, and their 8:30 Escape From The City [s] James Bracey for the all the estranged romance. Stars: 9:30 Kurt Fearnley’s One Plus post-match NRL news. Matthew McConaughey One: Baker Boy [s] 10:30 NINE News Late [s] 10:00 Would I Lie To You? (PG) [s] 10:50 The Latest Seven News [s] 11:20 Movie: “The Rookie” (M s,v,l) 11:00 Murdered By Morning: 10:30 ABC Late News [s] A Father’s Plea (M v) [s] 11:00 Louis Theroux: Law And (’90) Stars: Clint Eastwood, Charlie Sheen, Raul Julia 11:50 The Fix (M) Disorder In Lagos/ A Place For 12:40 Tipping Point (PG) [s] 2:00 Home Shopping Paedophiles (MA15+) [s] 5:30 Today [s] 6:00 Sunrise [s] 6:00 News Breakfast [s] 9:00 Today Extra (PG) [s] 9:00 The Morning Show (PG) [s] 9:00 ABC News Mornings [s] 11:30 NINE’s Morning News [s] 10:00 Anh’s Brush With Fame [s] 11:30 Seven Morning News [s] 10:30 Kurt Fearnley’s One Plus One 12:00 Movie: “Jesse Stone: Innocents 12:00 Desperate Housewives (PG) 1:00 Movie: “Love Is All There Is” Lost” (M v) (’11) Stars: Tom 11:05 Grand Designs Australia (PG) (M) (’96) Stars: Lainie Kazan, Selleck, Kathy Baker 12:00 ABC News At Noon [s] Joseph Bologna 1:00 The Great Acceleration (PG) 2:00 Program To Be Advised 3:00 Tipping Point (PG) [s] 3:00 The Chase UK [s] 2:00 Mrs Wilson (M) [s] 4:00 NINE’s Afternoon News [s] 4:00 Seven News At 4 [s] 3:00 ABC News Afternoons [s] 5:00 Millionaire Hot Seat [s] 5:00 The Chase Australia [s] 4:10 Think Tank (PG) [s] 6:00 NINE News [s] 5:10 Grand Designs Australia (PG) 6:00 Seven News [s] 7:00 Better Homes And Gardens 7:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] 6:00 The Drum [s] 7:30 NRL: South Sydney Rabbitohs [s] – Adam show you how to 7:00 ABC News [s] v Melbourne Storm *Live* From make an old-fashioned wooden 7:30 Gardening Australia [s] – TBA [s] pencil box, Karen makes Costa learns why acacias are 9:45 Friday Night Knock Off [s] wholemeal hot cakes. good in gardens, Jane Edmanson explores a wildflower 8:30 Movie: “The Butler” (M v,l) (’13) 10:35 Movie: “Dead Man Down” (MA15+) (’13) Stars: Colin – The story of a White House hotspot, Tino Carnevale shares Farrell, Noomi Rapace, Dominic butler who served eight his potato-growing tips. Cooper, Terrence Howard American presidents over three 8:30 MotherFatherSon (MA15+) [s] decades, tracing the dramatic 1:00 Hayley & Lauren’s Adelady: 9:30 The Accident (M l,s,v) [s] Barossa [s] changes that swept American 10:20 ABC Late News [s] society during this time. Stars: 1:30 Home Shopping 10:45 The Virus [s] Forest Whitaker, Oprah Winfrey 4:30 The Avengers: 11:10 Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS Who’s Who (PG) [s] 11:10 Program To Be Advised HELL (M) [s] 5:30 A Current Affair (PG) [s] 1:00 Home Shopping 11:40 rage (MA15+) [s]

Also see: ABC COMEDY (Channel 22) ABC ME (Channel 23) ABC NEWS (Channel 24)

Also see: 7TWO (Channel 62) 7MATE (Channel 63) 7FLIX (Channel 66) 7FOOD (Channel 74)

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Also see: GEM (Channel 82) GO! (Channel 83/88) LIFE (Channel 84)

6:00 Headline News [s] 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 12:00 Dr Phil (PG) [s] 1:00 The Bachelor Australia (M) [s] 2:00 Entertainment Tonight [s] 2:30 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 3:30 My Market Kitchen [s] 4:00 Everyday Gourmet [s] 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:00 WIN News [s] 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 7:30 The Bachelor Australia (M) [s] 9:00 Bull: Separation (M v) [s] – Danny enlists her colleagues to help when her boyfriend, Gabriel, is arrested for being in the country illegally and threatened with deportation. 10:00 Bull: A Higher Law (M v) [s] 11:00 WIN’s All Australian News [s] 12:00 The Project (PG) [s] 1:00 The Late Show (PG) [s] 2:00 Home Shopping 4:30 CBS This Morning [s] 6:00 Headline News [s] 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 12:00 Dr Phil (PG) [s] 1:00 Program To Be Advised 2:30 Entertainment Tonight [s] 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 3:30 My Market Kitchen [s] 4:00 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield [s] 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:00 WIN News [s] 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 7:30 The Bachelor Australia (M) [s] 8:40 Gogglebox (M l) [s] 9:40 Law & Order: SVU: I Deserve Some Love Too (M) [s] 10:40 This Is Us: The Pool (Part 2) (M) [s] 11:30 WIN’s All Australian News [s] 12:30 The Project (PG) [s] 1:30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert (PG) [s] 2:30 Home Shopping 4:30 CBS This Morning [s] 6:00 Headline News [s] 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 12:00 Dr Phil (PG) [s] 1:00 The Living Room [s] 2:00 Entertainment Tonight [s] 2:30 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 3:30 My Market Kitchen [s] 4:00 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield [s] 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:00 WIN News [s] 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 7:30 The Living Room [s] 8:30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (M) [s] 9:30 Just For Laughs Uncut (MA15+) [s] 10:00 Just For Laughs (MA15+) [s] 10:30 The Project (PG) [s] 11:30 WIN’s All Australian News [s] 12:30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert (PG) [s] 1:30 Home Shopping

Also see: 10 PEACH (Channel 11) 10 BOLD (Channel 12)

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CGTN English News NHK World English News Worldwatch Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Daily Update 8:00 Worldwatch 11:00 Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Stage Replays 1:00 PBS Newshour 2:00 The Real Rocky (M d,l,v) 3:00 Dateline 3:30 Insight: Being Hacked 4:30 Great British Railway Journeys (PG) 5:00 Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Daily Highlights 6:00 Mastermind Australia 6:30 SBS World News 7:30 Arabia With Levison Wood: Battlegrounds (M) 8:30 Sydney’s Super Tunnel: Digging Deep (PG) 9:30 Cycling: Tour De France 2020 *Live* Stages 1:45 Rick Stein’s Mediterranean Escapes (PG) 5:00 CGTN English News 5:15 NHK World English News 5:30 Worldwatch 7:00 Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Daily Update 8:00 Worldwatch 11:00 Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Stage Replays 1:00 PBS Newshour 2:00 Over The Black Dot 3:05 First Australians (PG) 4:55 Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Daily Highlights 6:00 Mastermind Australia 6:30 SBS World News 7:30 The World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys: Wales (PG) 8:30 Secrets Of The Tower Of London (PG) 9:30 Cycling: Tour De France 2020 *Live* Stages 1:15 Rick Stein’s Mediterranean Escapes: Puglia And Corfu (PG) 2:15 Rick Stein’s Far Eastern Odyssey 5:00 CGTN English News 5:15 NHK World English News 5:30 Worldwatch 7:00 Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Daily Update 8:00 Worldwatch 11:00 Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Stage Replays 1:00 PBS Newshour 2:00 The Point 3:00 NITV News: Nula 3:30 Pompeii’s Living Dead (PG) (In English/ Italian) 4:30 Great British Railway Journeys (PG) 5:00 Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Daily Highlights 6:00 Mastermind Australia 6:30 SBS World News 7:30 Greek Island Odyssey With Bettany Hughes (PG) 8:25 Secrets Of The Railway (PG) 9:30 Cycling: Tour De France 2020 *Live* Stages 1:30 Rick Stein’s Mediterranean Escapes (PG)

Also see: SBS VICELAND (Channel 31) SBS MOVIES (Channel 32) SBS FOOD (Channel 33) SBS NITV (Channel 34)

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6:00 Ellen (PG) [s] 6:00 Reel Action [s] 6:00 Home Shopping 7:00 Weekend Today [s] 6:30 Entertainment Tonight [s] 7:00 Weekend Sunrise [s] 7:00 Which Car (PG) [s] 10:00 The Morning Show - Weekend 10:00 Today Extra - Saturday [s] 12:00 Rivals (PG) [s] 7:30 Good Chef Bad Chef [s] (PG) [s] 12:30 The Garden Gurus [s] 8:00 My Market Kitchen [s] 12:00 Seven’s Horse Racing: 1:00 Netball: Suncorp Super Netball: 8:30 Jamie: Keep Cooking And Moonee Valley - John F. Vixens v Fever *Live* From Carry On [s] Feehan Stakes; Randwick 9:00 Destination Dessert [s] Chelmsford Stakes [s] Nissan Arena, Brisbane [s] 3:00 Netball: Suncorp Super Netball: 9:30 Studio 10 Saturday (PG) [s] 5:00 Seven News At 5 [s] Swifts v Firebirds *Live* From 12:00 Jamie & Jimmy’s Food Fight 5:30 Border Security - Australia’s Club [s] Nissan Arena, Brisbane [s] Front Line (PG) [s] 1:00 Business As Usual When 5:00 NINE News: First At Five [s] 6:00 Seven News [s] Nothing Is Usual (PG) [s] 5:30 Getaway (PG) [s] 7:00 Border Patrol (PG) [s] 1:30 Healthy Homes Australia [s] 7:30 Movie: “Non-Stop” (M v,l) (’14) 6:00 NINE News Saturday [s] 2:00 Pooches At Play [s] 7:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] Stars: Liam Neeson, Julianne Moore, Scoot McNairy, Michelle 7:30 Movie: “Downsizing” (M) (’17) 2:30 Farm To Fork [s] 3:00 What’s Up Down Under [s] Stars: Matt Damon Dockery, Nate Parker 3:30 The Living Room [s] 9:45 Movie: “Patriot Games” (M v,l) 10:10 Movie: “The Adjustment 4:30 Taste Of Australia With Bureau” (M l) (’11) Stars: Matt (’92) Stars: Harrison Ford, Anne Hayden Quinn [s] Damon, Emily Blunt Archer, Patrick Bergin, Sean Bean, Thora Birch, James Fox, 12:05 Movie: “Out Of The Shadows” 5:00 10 News First [s] (MA15+) (’17) Stars: Lisa 6:00 Program To Be Advised Samuel L. Jackson Chappell, Goran D. Kleut 7:00 Bondi Rescue (PG) [s] 12:05 Movie: “Loss Of Faith” (M v,l) 1:40 The Garden Gurus [s] 7:30 Ambulance UK (PG) [s] (’97) Stars: Daphne Zuniga, 2:05 Home Shopping 10:00 One Born Every Minute (M) [s] Gabrielle Boni, Linda Roy 5:30 Wesley Impact [s] 11:00 Law & Order: SVU (M v) [s] 2:00 Home Shopping

6:00 rage (PG) [s] 7:00 Weekend Breakfast [s] 9:00 Insiders [s] 10:00 Offsiders [s] 10:30 The World This Week [s] 11:00 Compass (PG) [s] 11:30 Songs Of Praise [s] 12:00 ABC News At Noon [s] 12:30 Landline [s] 1:30 Gardening Australia [s] 2:30 Restoration Australia l [s] 3:25 My Family And The Galapagos [s] 4:30 The Mix [s] 5:00 Antiques Roadshow [s] 6:00 Australia Remastered [s] 7:00 ABC News Sunday [s] 7:40 Shetland (M l,v) [s] 8:40 Midsomer Murders: The Sting Of Death (M v) [s] 10:10 Mrs Wilson (M) [s] 11:10 Friday On My Mind (M l,v) [s] 12:40 Wentworth (M l,v) [s] 1:30 Endeavour: Rocket (M v) [s] 3:00 rage (MA15+) [s] 5:00 Insiders [s]

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6:00 rage (PG) [s] 7:00 Weekend Breakfast [s] 10:00 rage Guest Programmer (PG) 12:00 ABC News At Noon [s] 12:30 Louis Theroux: Law And Disorder In Lagos (M l,v) [s] 1:30 Father Brown: The Wisdom Of The Fool (M) [s 2:25 Back In Time For Dinner: The 2000s [s] 3:30 Escape From The City: Sunshine Coast Queensland: The Moylans [s] 4:30 Landline [s] 5:00 Back Roads: Omeo, Victoria [s] 5:30 Midsomer Murders: Red In Tooth And Claw (PG) [s] 7:00 ABC News [s] 7:30 Father Brown: The Folly Of Jephthah (PG) [s] 8:20 Last Tango In Halifax (M l) [s] 9:20 Endeavour: Rocket (M v) [s] 10:50 Death In Paradise (PG) [s] 11:50 rage Guest Programmer (MA15+) [s]

6:00 News Breakfast [s] 9:00 ABC News Mornings [s] 10:00 Landline [s] 11:00 Grand Designs Australia (PG) 12:00 ABC News At Noon [s] 1:00 The Accident (M l,s,v) [s] 2:00 The City And The City (M l,v) 3:00 ABC News Afternoons [s] 4:05 Think Tank (PG) [s] 5:05 Grand Designs Australia (PG) 6:00 The Drum [s] 7:00 ABC News [s] 7:30 7.30 [s] 8:00 Australian Story [s] 8:30 Four Corners [s] 9:15 Media Watch [s] 9:35 Q&A (PG) [s] 10:35 ABC Late News [s] 11:10 Further Back In Time For Dinner (PG) [s] 12:10 Wentworth: Prisoner (MA15+) 12:55 rage (MA15+) [s] 4:00 Gardening Australia [s] 4:30 The Drum [s] 5:30 7.30 [s]

Tuesday 8 September

Sunday 6 September

Saturday 5 September

ABC (C20/21)

6:00 News Breakfast [s] 9:00 ABC News Mornings [s] 10:00 Four Corners [s] 10:45 Meet The Ferals [s] 11:00 Grand Designs Australia (PG) 12:00 ABC News At Noon [s] 1:00 Rendezvous (PG) [s] 2:00 The City And The City (M l,s,v) 3:00 ABC News Afternoons [s] 4:10 Think Tank (PG) [s] 5:05 Grand Designs Australia (PG) 6:00 The Drum [s] 7:00 ABC News [s] 7:30 7.30 [s] 8:00 Anh’s Brush With Fame: Layne Beachley (PG) [s] 8:30 Further Back In Time For Dinner: 1910s (PG) [s] 9:30 The Great Acceleration (PG) 10:25 ABC Late News [s] 11:00 Q&A [s] 12:00 Wentworth (M l,s,v) [s] 12:50 rage (MA15+) [s] 4:00 Gardening Australia [s] 4:30 The Drum [s] 5:30 7.30 [s]

Also see: ABC COMEDY (Channel 22) ABC ME (Channel 23) ABC NEWS (Channel 24)

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6:00 Religious Programs [s] 6:00 Animal Tales [s] Home Shopping 7:30 Fishing Australia [s] 7:00 Weekend Today [s] Weekend Sunrise [s] 8:00 The Living Room [s] The Morning Show - Weekend 10:00 Sports Sunday (PG) [s] 11:00 Sunday Footy Show (PG) [s] 9:00 Business As Usual When House Of Wellness [s] Nothing Is Usual [s] 1:00 Netball: Suncorp Super Netball: Berett’s Tour De Cure [s] Giants v Lightning *Live* From 9:30 Studio 10 Sunday (PG) [s] Air Rescue [s] USC Stadium, Sunshine Coast 12:00 Taste Of Australia With Weekender [s] Hayden Quinn [s] 3:00 NRL: New Zealand Warriors v Better Homes And Gardens 12:30 Jamie: Keep Cooking And Parramatta Eels *Live* From Seven News At 5 [s] Carry On [s] TBA [s] Sydney Weekender [s] 1:00 Farm To Fork [s] 6:00 NINE News Sunday [s] Seven News [s] 1:15 Program To Be Advised 7:00 The Block: Guest Ensuite Program To Be Advised 2:30 Program To Be Advised Room Reveal (PG) [s] – Crime Investigation Australia: 3:30 Which Car [s] Scotty’s brother makes a Most Infamous S2: Death In A 4:00 Supercars: Townsville welcome appearance on site Heartbeat (M v) [s] – Dr Victor Highlights [s] and the judges deliver their Chang was a famous surgeon 5:00 10 News First [s] verdict on the team’s guest on the brink of implanting the 6:00 WIN News [s] ensuites. world’s first artificial heart. In a 6:30 The Sunday Project (PG) [s] failed extortion attempt he was 8:30 60 Minutes (PG) [s] 7:30 Family Feud (PG) [s] 9:30 NINE News Late [s] fatally shot dead in the street. 10:30 See No Evil: Where’s Mom (M) 8:30 FBI (M v) [s] Between Two Worlds: The 10:30 NCIS (M) [s] 11:30 Mysteries And Scandals: Leader And The Led (M) [s] The Price Of Fame (M v,s) [s] 11:30 The Sunday Project (PG) [s] Between Two Worlds: 12:20 Rivals (PG) [s] A Dog And A Man (M) [s] 12:30 The Late Show (PG) [s] Medical Emergency (PG) [s] 12:50 Hayley & Lauren’s Adelady [s] 1:30 Home Shopping 1:20 Explore [s] Home Shopping 4:30 CBS This Morning [s]

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CGTN English News NHK World English News Worldwatch Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Daily Update 8:00 Worldwatch 11:00 Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Stage Replays 1:00 PBS Newshour 2:00 Australia In Colour (PG) 3:50 Great British Railway Journeys (PG) 4:15 Australia With Julia Bradbury 4:40 Running Wild With Roger Federer (PG) 5:30 Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Daily Highlights 6:30 SBS World News 7:30 Walking Britain’s Lost Railways: Derbyshire (PG) 8:30 Grand Tours Of Scotland’s Lochs (PG) 9:00 Cycling: Tour De France 2020 *Live* Stages 1:30 Rick Stein’s Mediterranean Escapes (PG) 5:00 5:15 5:30 7:00

CGTN English News NHK World English News Worldwatch Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Daily Update 8:00 Worldwatch 11:00 Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Stage Replays 1:00 Speedweek 3:00 Gadget: Man Weather 3:30 Gadget: Public Transport 3:55 Gadget: Staycation 4:25 Power And Paranoia In The Third Reich (PG) (In French/ German) 5:30 Cycling: Incycle 6:30 SBS World News 7:30 Lost Worlds And Hidden Treasures (PG) 8:30 Cycling: Tour De France 2020 *Live* Stages 12:45 Rick Stein’s Taste Of Shanghai 1:45 Rick Stein Tastes The Blues 2:45 Food Safari Earth

Sunrise [s] The Morning Show (PG) [s] Seven Morning News [s] Program To Be Advised RSPCA Animal Rescue [s] Criminal Confessions: Midland, Texas (M v,l) [s] The Chase UK (PG) [s] Seven News At 4 [s] The Chase Australia [s] Seven News [s] Home And Away (PG) [s] Program To Be Advised 9-1-1: Lone Star: Monster Inside (M) [s] – Owen, Michelle and the 126 crew race to a rattlesnake infestation at a young family’s home; Owen adopts a firehouse dog with cancer; Michelle finally learns the truth behind her sister’s disappearance. Chicago Fire (M v) [s] The Latest Seven News [s] Absentia: Bolo (MA15+) [s] Home Shopping

5:30 Today [s] 9:00 Today Extra [s] 11:30 NINE’s Morning News [s] 12:00 Desperate Housewives (PG) 1:00 Getaway [s] 1:30 The Block: Guest Ensuite Room Reveal (PG) [s] 3:00 Tipping Point [s] 4:00 NINE’s Afternoon News [s] 5:00 Millionaire Hot Seat [s] 6:00 NINE News [s] 7:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] 7:30 The Block: Master Bedroom And Walk-In-Robe (PG) [s] – All the teams get together for a lavish winners are grinner’s dinner. 8:40 Celebrity IOU: Michael Bublé’s Shocking Surprise! (PG) [s] 9:40 NINE News Late [s] 10:10 100% Footy (M) [s] 11:10 Lethal Weapon: Leo Getz Justice (MA15+) [s] 12:05 Tipping Point [s] 1:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] 1:30 Home Shopping

Sunrise [s] The Morning Show (PG) [s] Seven Morning News [s] Program To Be Advised RSPCA Animal Rescue [s] Criminal Confessions: Palestine, Texas (M v,l) [s] The Chase UK [s] Seven News At 4 [s] The Chase Australia [s] Seven News [s] Home And Away (PG) [s] Program To Be Advised Program To Be Advised Program To Be Advised The Latest Seven News [s] The Goldbergs: Island Time (PG) [s] – Erica and the gang go on a spring break trip and things don’t go as expected; Adam questions if college is for him when his scores are not good. Marvel’s Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D.: The One Who Will Save Us All (M v) [s]

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Monthly on the 4th Sat 1.30pm Woodbury Community Centre 1 Woolmers Cres, Mardi.

4333 7489

meilingvenning@hotmail.com www.wyongwriters.org

Toukley District Art Society

The Creative Compassion Centre

Secondhand shopping, upcycling, minimalism, creativity, community lounge area, free Wifi. 5/22-32 Pacific Hwy Mon-Sat - 9am-4pm

0437 048 815

Country Women’s Association-Toukley

Painting, drawing groups and Mthly Market 2nd Sat 9am-1pm classes, demonstarations and 175 Main Rd workshops. Open 7 days Books, bric-a-brac, cakes, 10am - 4pm, Cafe. Devonshire tea, handicrafts, Tues - drawing 10am - 1pm, plants, preserves, sausage sizzle, Wed-painting 9:30am - 12:30pm fun, fellowship, fundraising 4392 4666 Meet 1st Wed 10am toukleyartgallery@gmail.com Hall available for hire. www.toukleyartgallery.com.au

COMMUNITY GROUPS Bateau Bay Mens’ Shed

For men to repair items, share and learn skills and socialise 9am to 1.30pm Tue to Thur 1 Bay Village Rd, Bateau Bay

0435 807 633

bateaubayshed@gmail.com

Bateau Bay Neighbourhood Centre

Information and referral, energy account assistance, food assistance, Op Shop, computer, printing and internet access, washing machine access, kid’s school holiday activities, parenting program, workshops, drop-in centre, toy library, Mah-jong, community plant nursery.

4332 7450

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Berkeley Vale Neighbourhood Centre

Information and referral, energy account assistance, food assistance, no interest loans, computer, printing and internet access, kid’s school holiday activities, parenting program, workshops, drop-in centre, community garden, walking group.

4388 5801 or 0490 538 494 manager@bvnc.org.au https://bvnc.org.au

Brisbane Water Caravan Club

Caravaners wanted to join and have fun Gosford Contact Joe 4344 4363

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Central Coast Caravanners Inc

3rd Sun - Jan to Nov Trips away, social outings, friendship with like minded folk Call Geoff 0447 882 150

Central Coast Community Legal Centre Not for profit service providing free legal advice. Mon - Fri 9am to 5pm

4353 4988

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Central Coast 50+ Singles Social Group

Fun & friendship, Mthly progam of dinner, dancing, scrabble, cards, tenpin etc.

0437 699 366 0407 003 214

4976 1642

Friendly Travellers Caravan Club

Caravans, tents, mobile homes, all welcome. Social outings & trips away

0458 645 979

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Lake Munmorah 50s Plus Leisure and Learning Club Computer classes, dancing, exercise, pilates, yoga, craft, carpet bowls and Tai Chi.

4358 8390

Long Jetty Senior Citizens’ Club

Computer classes, line dancing, tai chi and zumba gold Mon - Fri, 9am to 3pm

4332 5522

Long Jetty Over 50s Club

Indoor bowls, computers, exercise, yoga, line-dancing, tai chi and more - 9am to 3pm

4332 5522

The NSW Justices Association

Seeking JP volunteers for community JP desks. Free training and insurance

0418 493 388 benefits@nswja.org.au

Tuggerah Lakes Toastmasters’ Club

Are you looking to Build your confidence? Grow as a leader; Improve your communication

0410 238 022

Toukley Neighbourhood Centre

Lakes food care, energy account assistance, no interest loans, free counselling. Childrens’, youth & adult activities. Laundry & hot showers. Hall & meeting space for hire.

4396 1555 www.tnc.org.au

Toukley Presbyterian Church

Hargraves St & Victoria Ave Family service (Sunday school 9.30am), cafe church 5pm, community activities

4392 9904 toukleypc.org.au

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Tuggerah - several buildings for hire, suitable for weddings, seminars, markets & fund raisers.

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Volunteering Central Coast

Refer potential volunteers to community organisations and provide support to them. Training for volunteers and managers of volunteers. Information sessions

4329 7122

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Wyong Neighbourhood Centre

Supporting disadvantaged, vulnerable and isolated people offering community services, events, projects, workshops, arts programs. Open community garden.

4353 1750

Wyong Toastmasters’ Club

Improve your public speaking, leadership skills & confidence. 1st, 3rd & 5th Fri 10:30am to 12:30pm Wyong RSL Club

0421 216 952

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Wyong Uniting Church Weekly Sunday service 9am Bible Study group 62 Watanobbi Rd, Wyong 4352 1528 wyonguca@gmail.com www.wyong.uca.org.au

National Seniors Wyong Branch

We meet 4th Tuesday of each month at Canton Beach Sports Club at 2:15pm. Make new friends, enjoy outings, lunches and barbecues. Contact David 4303 6220 NSACCwyong@hotmail.com

The Lakes Church

All Welcome! Sundays - 8:30am, 10:30am & 5pm, (9am & 5pm Dec/Jan) Kids church, youth group, cafe, wheelchair friendly, 6 Pioneer Ave, Tuggerah

4353 0977 thelakes.net.au

GARDEN CLUBS Central Coast Permaculture

Friendly like minded people. Info night, Tuggerah Community Hall, 3rd Tues. 7pm Bob on 0412 133 808

HEALTH GROUPS Better Hearing Australia

Hearing loss management Support and educational groups providing practical experience and confidence.

4321 0275

Central Coast Prostate Cancer Support Group (Wyong) Last Fri, Terrigal Uniting Church 380 Terrigal Dr, Terrigal 9.30am to 12 noon

4367 9600 www.pcfa.org.au

Al - Anon Family Groups Health

We offer hope and friendship for people affected by someone else’s drinking. Al-anon family groups meet weekly, please contact

1300 252 666 al-anon.org.au

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Is Internet porn destroying your life. We may be able to help. We are a 12 step fellowship like AA. Meets every Sat at 7pm on the Central Coast Contact for further details

0473 631 439

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Central Coast Asbestos Diseases Support Group

Support for those suffering with asbestos diseases and others interested in asbestos issues. You are not alone, meet with others who can share their experiences. Bring a family member or friend. 1pm at Ourimbah RSL on forth Wed of each month. Maree 0419 418 190

HISTORY GROUPS Museum & Historical Society, Wyong District Groups/schools welcome Morning tea/lunch for group bookings, wheelchair friendly, Alison Homestead 1 Cape Rd, Wyong Sun-Thur 10am-2pm

4352 1886

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MUSIC Coastal a Cappella

Award winning women’s a cappella chorus. Music education provided. Rehearsals Tuesday 7pm @ Red Tree Theatre Tuggerah. Performance opportunities. Hire us for your next event.

0412 948 450

coastalacappella@gmail.com

POLITICAL GROUPS Labor Party Ourimbah/ Narara Branch Discussion/action community Issues – 3 levels of Government Function Room, Grange Hotel, Wyoming 7.30pm 1st. Monday

0410 309 494

Kyle.macgregor@hotmail.com

Central Coast Greens

Local, state wide, national & international issues & campaigns Council and parliamentary representation - 3rd Thur centralcoast.nsw.greens.org.au centralcoastgreens@gmail.com

Liberal Party Ourimbah Branch

3rd Tue, 7pm, Hamlyn Terrace Community Centre

0419 128 497

warnervale.labor@gmail.com

PROBUS CLUBS Tuggerah Combined Probus Club

Meet new friends and enjoy social events. 2nd Thur., 10:30am, guest speakers. Social outings 3rd Thur. Woodbury Park Community Hall, Mardi

4351 0450

Wyong Probus Club

Wyong Golf Club, 4th Mon, Morning Tea, Guest Speakers, regular monthly outings

4352 3692

probuswyong55090@gmail.com

The Entrance Probus Club

Ladies and gentlemen welcome. Guest speakers, morning tea and many activities. 9.30am 4th Tues Bateau Bay Bowling Club

0478 228 914

SERVICE GROUPS Inner Wheel Club Wyong Join a team of dedicated women, sharing fun and friendship and a passion for community service 6.30pm 3rd Wed Wyong Golf Club 4393 2755 iiw.au.wyong@gmail.com

The Lions Club of The Entrance Serve your community make friends, join Lions. 1st and 3rd Wed, North Entrance Surf Club. The Entrance Markets Sun Mornings, behind The Entrance Cinema.

0488 286 006

theentrancelions@gmail.com

The Lions Club of Gwandalan

Join the Lions, make friends and help your local community Sat Garage Sales and BBQ 7 to 11.30am

4972 5562

secgwandalanlions@gmail.com

The Lions Club of Wyong

50 years supporting local activities - Meet new friends 4th Tues 6:30pm Don Small / Lions Retirement Village Colin 0413 014 266 www.wyong.nsw.lions.org.au

SPECIAL INTEREST Biz Plus Networking Association Grow your business & build worthwhile relationships. Networking breakfasts every Thur 7:15- 9am Erina Leagues Club Geoff Neilson

theentrance.myphotoclub.com.au

Central Coast Tenants’ Advice and Advocacy Service Free telephone advice and advocacy for all tenants & residents in residential parks

4353 5515

cctaas@hotmail.com

Central Coast Soaring Club

Gliding Club, Learn to fly, Instruction FREE to members. 14 Y/O and up for Training Thur, Sat, Sun (weather permitting) Bloodtree Rd Mangrove Mountain

0412 164 082 0414 635 047 www.ccsoaring.com.au

Tuggerah Lakes U3A The Entrance - cryptic

crosswords, play reading Bateau Bay - Memoirs, Reading Group - Killarney Vale - Talks, Mah Jong - Toukley - Creative Writing Berkley Vale - Music appreciation - Chittaway Bay - Movies

4390 2451

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LEARN TO DANCE

Social ballroom dancing for all ages, all you need is a desire to learn and dance, no partner required. meet every Tues - St Luke’s Anglican Church, 7pm & 15 Lorraine Ave Berkeley Vale, 2:30pm Anne - 0409 938 345 anneglazier@y7mail.com

SPORT KI-DO Mingara Judo Academy

Junior boys and girls Mon and Wed Two classes 6-8.30pm from 7yrs, Kangy Angy

0413 237 010

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SATO - KAI KARATE - DO Toukley Dojo 7th. Dan Shihan Master Instructor.

0413 456 086

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Wyong Lakes Australian Rules Football Club Play AFL - Teams for Boys, Girls, Women & Men. No Experience Necessary

0404 257 702

play@wyonglakesafc.com.au

Doyalson Wyee Soccer Club

Football club for the local community, encouraging juniors from under 5 to senior team. Karen 0410 045 981 president@doylowolves.com.au

VENUE HIRE Central Coast Wetlands – Pioneer Dairy

Central Coast Wetlands is located in Tuggerah. We have several How good is this? buildings for hire. 2nd Thurs They would be suitable for The Entrance 0468 476 237 weddings, seminars, markets Camera Club & fund raisers. Renowned for nature photography Labor Party 0408 271 957 Grow your photographic Warnervale Branch pioneerdairy@bigpond.com skills in all genres. Support and promote NSW Labor Monthly Competition. within the Warnervale area. 2nd Fri 7pm CWA Hall Long Jetty network@bizplus.com.au

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Mastello and Blake named finalists in the AusMumpreneur Awards Hamlyn Terrace’s Christine Mastello and Wyong’s Emma Blake have been named finalists in the AusMumpreneur Awards. The awards celebrate Australian mums achieving outstanding success in business and are designed to recognise the growing number of women who are striking a balance between their family and professional lives and coming out on top. Mastello is the founder of Southlake Incorporated (formerly known as Southlake Marketplace), a social enterprise that provides an umbrella of direct support services for homeless and disadvantaged people across the former Wyong Shire and Lake Macquarie, with some services going even further afield, most notably Community Hair Project, a project that sees hairdressers around three states donate their time and expertise to give haircuts to people in need. This year she’s a finalist in three categories, Women Will Change the World, Big Idea and Making a Difference, and after missing out at the finals last year, she’s hoping that 2020

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will be her year. “I’m so excited to be a finalist again. “Last year I was runner-up in Women Will Change the World for Community Hair Project, so hopefully, this is my year,” she said. This time around Mastello’s Change the World nomination stems from her overall work with Southlake, with her Big Idea nomination linked to the soon to be launched Share Your Home App, an app that will help connect homeowners that have spare rooms with homeless youth in need of urgent short stay accommodation. Her Make a Difference

nomination also comes from a soon to be launched initiative, Indigenous Hair Workshop, that will see Community Hair Project volunteers visit remote Indigenous communities across the country to provide free hairdressing workshops, once the pandemic risk to these communities has passed. All three nominations mean something special to Mastello, who has actively worked to grow Southlake Incorporated into the thriving social enterprise that it has become today. For the mum of three, the enterprise’s success is also an uplifting reminder of what a person can achieve no matter their circumstances. “When I started Southlake nine years ago, it was actually a very hard time in my life. “One of my sons had just had a stroke and another had been diagnosed with autism. “I am a sole parent and at the time, it felt like my entire life was being split between doctors’ appointments. “I wanted to do something for myself, so I started a foodbank. “It was 70 per cent for the community and 30 per cent for me.

“Looking back, I never would have imagined that little foodbank at Morisset would become what it is today,” Mastello said. With her family a driving force behind her passion for helping the community, it comes as no surprise that Mastello’s boys have all been involved in Southlake over the years. “One of the most important things that I wanted to teach my sons was to have a good work ethic. “I used to bring them along to all of Southlake’s events and over the years I’ve watched them grow to have an amazing ethic and more importantly, big hearts. “I think their involvement definitely contributed to the young men they’ve become, and it certainly helped me find the balance between family and work,” Mastello said. Blake is the owner operator of wellness coaching and energy healing business, Mind Body Soul Wellness. She’s a finalist in the Health and Wellness category. Helping clients overcome past traumas is Blake’s calling, but doing so while juggling three teenagers and a 9-year-

old has proven to be quite the balancing act. Luckily, she’s had plenty of practice, even finding the time to study and incorporate neuro linguistic programming, timeline therapy and hypnotherapy into her practice. “I have used my new learnings during a period of self healing and improvement. “This has given me a deeper understanding of how these holistic modalities will help adult and teenage women heal their hearts from past pain and allow them to realise their true worth,” Blake said. Blake said she was incredibly proud to have been named a finalist at this year’s awards and that her achievements were being recognised. “I have recently co-facilitated two women’s healing retreats and I’m currently writing my first book to be published next year,” she said. While their businesses may be different, like Mastello, Blake has embraced the unique opportunities and challenges of balancing her career with motherhood. “Being a mumpreneur allows for me to help others heal and grow.

“It also allows me to lead in my industry and inspire my partner, our children, family, and friends to heal so they can live the lives that they all truly deserve and be encouraged to chase their dreams,” Blake said. With the awards due to be announced at the online AusMumpreneur Festival on September 7, Mastello had the following advice for any local mums interested in getting into business. “Trust yourself. “If you think something’s worth pursuing, then do it. “Even if it doesn’t work out, you haven’t failed, you’ve just learned what doesn’t work. “The only real failure is not trying at all,” Mastello said. Blake also encourages would be mumpreneurs to not get caught up in the what ifs. “Ask yourself, is where you are at now where you want to be in the next five years? “If no, then believe in you, your passion, your dreams and go for it. “Only you can make the choice to make the change,” Blake said. Dilon Luke

Vulnerable tenants and their landlords need support The State Opposition is calling for the NSW Government to extend the current eviction moratorium to the end of the year to protect vulnerable tenants. Deputy Labor Leader and Swansea MP, Yasmin Catley, said the government had failed

renters and mum and dad investors, leaving the vast majority with no support at all. “Many people are still struggling to find work and pay the bills, they shouldn’t have to also worry that, come October, they’ll be evicted from their home,” Catley said. “One in three people in NSW

rents and it’s crucial that we do everything we can to keep a roof over people’s heads during this crisis. “We want to make sure that tenants impacted by COVID-19 can stay in their homes and that landlords aren’t left high and dry. “We have one of the most

expensive rental markets in the world.” Catley is also calling for hardship payments to landlords, regardless of whether they pay land tax or not. However, Parliamentary Secretary for Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said Labor was

struggling to understand that market forces controlled the property and rental market, not the NSW Government. “In April, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the NSW Government introduced new measures that encourage landlords and tenants to sit down and work out tenancy negotiations,” Crouch said.

“So far, this has given security and certainty to tenants that they’ll continue to have a roof over their heads. “This has also helped landlords retain tenants at a time when the market is significantly lower,” Crouch said. Terry Collins

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Fit-out contractor appointed to complete medical school The $72.5M Central Coast Research Institute (CCRI) and University of Newcastle Central Coast Clinical School (UONCCCS) is on track to welcome its first students in 12 months’ time. Fly-through vision of the new facility was recently released, offering locals the chance to take a sneak peek at the sixstory research and education facility as construction continues at Gosford Hospital. The facility will house stateof-the-art learning areas including simulation wards and laboratories that will be home to the future of healthcare. The CCRI and UONCCCS will operate partnerships between the University of Newcastle and the Central Coast Local Health District and will see staff move into the new building from early 2021, with students to be welcomed from August, 2021. It is a joint project being delivered by the State and Federal Governments and the University of Newcastle. Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks, said the building will be home to pioneering research

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through the CCRI. “This first for the Central Coast will not only create a centre of excellence in healthcare, research and education right here on the Central Coast, but will also prove to be a huge economic boon for the region. “We know that universities can transform local economies like the Central Coast and help drive future job growth and

opportunities,” Wicks said. Researchers will have access to dedicated and collaborative spaces, including specialist anatomy, histology and molecular laboratories, and a microbiological physical containment level 2 – or PC2 – laboratory, fit to carry out world class research. Spread across four floors, the University of Newcastle’s new clinical school will feature a

100 seat lecture space, seminar rooms, problem based learning spaces, breakout areas for students and a library. The building will include three simulation laboratories and laboratory settings that will expose students to real life situations that they could expect to experience as public health providers when they enter the workforce. University of Newcastle Vice-

Chancellor, Professor Alex Zelinsky, said the clinical school will strengthen the connection for students between education and healthcare on the Central Coast. “Through our partnership with the Health District, we are establishing a framework for practical application of lessons in local clinical settings and developing high quality health practitioners who are reflective

of the public health needs of the community in which they will work,” he said. Local Health District Chief Executive, Andrew Montague, said the facility will carry out world class research into integrated care and population health, while training the next generation of doctors and nurses. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said the relationship between health research and education would create a foundation for the Coast to become a leader in integrated healthcare. As work on the building’s exterior continues, Wicks announced the appointment of Richard Crookes Construction as the fit-out contractor. “As we move from the structural phase of construction to the detailed fit-out of the building, the reality of this world class facility gets closer and I’m pleased that a regional business is continuing to work on it,” she said. Source: Media release, Aug 26 Office of Federal Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks

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Stirring Change: Nature Immersion different, airborne factors found in the air, particularly in dense, biodiverse forests. They are plant-derived essential oils, negatively-charged ions and beneficial microbes Trees emit volatile essential oils known as phytoncides from their trunks and leaves. This is what gives the forest its recognisable scent. Inhaling these essential oils, which are potent antimicrobials, lowers blood pressure and increases the body’s Natural Killer (NK) cell activity. NK cells are a subset of lymphocytes or white blood cells which are effective in fighting viral infections – as good a reason as any to get outdoors as often as possible during the current times. Studies show that the immune-boosting effects of just fifteen minutes of forest bathing can last up to thirty days. Georgia Lienemann The second important factor we’re inhaling as we spend time in nature, are negative opefully, you’ve been ions. These are oxygen molecules with an experimenting with some of the extra electron, which occur in much higher previous immune-boosting lifestyle concentrations in old-growth forests, near waterfalls and at the beach. hacks in this series and have made Since our modern-day technological it through Winter relatively lifestyles expose us to harmful electronic unscathed. pollution in the form of positive ions, nature This week we’re shining a light on another immersion gives our bodies a chance to oft-underestimated strategy: nature recover homeostasis at the cellular level. immersion. Negative ions have been found to activate Natural (should be ‘nature’) immersion our immune cells and ramp up the production refers to any reasonable chunk of time spent of antibodies, reduce inflammation, relieve in nature,whether it’s camping,bushwalking, pain, lower cortisol levels, improve sleep and calm the nervous system. or a trip to the beach. The third inhaled factor is responsible for the lion’s share of the benefits attributed to nature immersion: beneficial microorganisms. Exposure to these microbes is in fact a requirement for good health, as they drive We all know how good it feels to be immunoregulation and, so, let’s gove them outdoors, especially for our mood and stress levels, but the practice of nature immersion their own section can also boost our immune system, increase Micro-organisms recovery from surgery or illness and enhance Exposure to the diverse range of microbes overall wellbeing. found in natural environments is now being In Japan, this understanding has evolved into the concept of ‘Shinrin-yoku’. Shinrin means “forest,” and yoku means “bath’, so shinrin-yoku translates as forestbathing. Now before you go stripping off under the trees, this isn’t bathing in the conventional sense. Rather, it’s a practice that involves walking slowly and deliberately in a forest and experiencing the environment via all five senses.

Theme: Immunity Topic: Nature Immersion

Forest Bathing Aside from the relaxing sights and sounds, research shows that the remarkable health benefits of nature immersion are predominantly due to the inhalation of three,

shown to be the major contributor towards the tangible feelings of health and happiness we experience following nature immersion. It’s worth noting that each one of us humans is an entire ecosystem. Roughly 90 per cent of all our genetic material belongs to the microbes housed on and within us – technically, we’re more microbe than human. And what’s important to realise is that we’ve evolved to be dependent on microorganisms in our environment – they help drive immunoregulation. Unsurprisingly then, given how germphobic our society has become, the bulk of our illnesses in the developed world can now be attributed to failing immune systems. This can manifest as overactivity, in the form of allergies and hayfever; as underactivity, making us more susceptible to infections or autoimmune conditions like MS, Type I diabetes, IBS and rheumatoid arthritis. We rarely consider preventative health from this perspective, but it’s a crucial piece of the puzzle: we actually have a requirement for microbial input. The literature is now highlighting the broad range of mechanisms by which these organisms regulate our immune systems. The greater the microbial diversity we’re exposed to on a regular basis, the more

robust our system becomes. The aim is to increase the health and diversity of our own inner microbiome, effectively helping to ‘crowd out’ the bad bugs, making us less susceptible to overgrowth and infection.

So, where do we acquire these organisms? Most health conscious folk by now are familiar with strategies such as incorporating fermented foods and probiotic supplements, however once we realise that every single person, place and animal has a microbial cloud, we can start to see that food and supplements are just the tip of the iceberg. As we walk through a forest, we’re trading microbes with all sorts of organisms, literally breathing them into our systems. Different locations will have different microbial profiles, so it’s important to spend time in various natural settings as often as possible. Immersing ourselves in the garden, having direct contact with soil is another proven strategy, as is snuggling with your pet. It’s also good to remember that buildings and homes also have a microbiome. We can understand this concept in the context of hospitals – where there is an increased risk of exposure to harmful pathogens. What few people realise, is that we have the opportunity to create a healthy microbiome in our homes. A few easy strategies include opening the windows in the daytime to allow ventilation, keeping indoor plants, using natural cleaning products and owning a dog or cat – who contribute by traipsing out into nature and bringing microbial diversity back into our living spaces.

Well, now you know why it feels so good to get out into nature! Just remember to breathe as deeply as you can

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Ride For Sick Kids has a Central Coast leg Ronald McDonald House Charities’ Ride For Sick Kids is to return for its 16th instalment in September, and while the trademark red and white socks are still the same, this year, everything’s going to be a little bit different. Each year a team of riders set out on a 500km journey from Grafton to Newcastle to raise as much money as they can to support the work of Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC). This year they’re aiming to raise $100,000, but due to the pandemic, riders have forgone the traditional trek to instead take on five individual day rides. The Central Coast leg of their journey gets underway from McDonald’s Gosford West from 9am on September 8, and will see 20 riders, including Budgewoi’s Aaron Hodgson, hop on their bikes for the cause. As the Wellness and Recreation Manager for Doylo Lifestyle Group, Hodgson is no stranger to fundraising for RMHC, but it wasn’t until he

became a parent himself that he truly realised the scope of the work they do. “Something just kind of clicked when I became a dad myself. “I just really empathised with

parents of sick kids. “I’m fortunate to have a really stable life, a good job, a loving partner and healthy kids, so I can’t really imagine going through what some of these families do every day of their

lives,” Hodgson said. A keen cyclist in his own right, when the chance to join the ride presented itself, Hodgson thought, why not? “I’m very excited to be taking part and I’ll definitely be rocking

the socks on the big day. “Finding the time to train has meant getting up a little bit earlier than usual but I’m keen to see how much we can raise to help RMHC,” he said. “I think a lot of people see the

McDonald’s in the name and just disengage, but RMHC don’t rely on handouts from McDonald’s. “They stand on their own two feet, so fundraising is crucial for them to continue their work, especially now with the pandemic,” Hodgson said. RMHC Northern NSW CEO, Ross Bingham, agrees, and added that the Ride For Sick Kids has evolved to be one of the charity’s most important and influential fundraisers. “The Ride is one of the major annual events to raise the funds that we need to continue to provide a home away from home for families in need. “With Covid impacting on our ability to fundraise this year, we are so grateful for all the support we receive from the community, whether it’s taking part in the rides, making a donation on McHappy Day or supporting RMHC in other ways. “All funds raised help to keep our doors open, so families can focus on what matters most, caring for their sick child,” Bingham said. Dilon Luke

Aged care sector to receive an additional $563.3M in extended support Federal Member for Dobell, Emma McBride, has welcomed the government’s announcement of an additional $563.3M to extend support for the aged care sector. “Of course, Labor welcomes any additional support for our broken aged care sector, but this is an admission of failure by the government,” she said. “Why are measures and extra funding only being announced now when COVID-19 has already taken the lives of hundreds of loved aged care residents? “In our community, where one in five locals are aged over 65, and three aged care homes have recently closed, people are understandably

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clinical lead. “Funding may also be used to address other COVID-19 related costs such as increased staffing costs, communications with families and managing visitation arrangements,” he said. “Providers will receive about $975 per resident in major metropolitan areas and about $1,400 per resident in all other areas. “In addition, the Australian Government will continue the 30 percent increase in the viability supplement and the residential care homeless supplement for a further six months. “In recognition of the higher costs that providers face in hotspot areas, particularly in supporting their staff, the

government will provide additional levels of support.” The Minister said that the government would provide a third Workforce Retention Payment,based on employment at November 30, costing $154.5M. “This will provide a financial incentive for workers to continue to provide the frontline care that is needed in facilities across the country. “Finally, the government will expand support for older Australians who temporarily relocate from residential aged care facilities to the community to live with their family due to concerns about COVID-19, with an additional $71.4M for the Commonwealth Home Support Program. Sue Murray

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Free online healthy lifestyle program for people over 59 A free online healthy lifestyle program is now available for people aged 60 or above living on the Central Coast. Healthy and Active for Life aims to support older people to live independently by increasing their knowledge, skills and confidence in how to lead active and healthy lives, while also helping to prevent falls. Programs will run four times a year, with the first program starting on October 12. Each program runs for 10 weeks, with self-paced interactive healthy eating and

lifestyle modules supported by exercise videos to do in your home each week. Participants will also receive weekly phone support from a trained coach at times that suit them. Healthy and Active for Life is a NSW Health state-wide initiative being offered on the Central Coast by the Local Health District’s Health Promotion Service. “This is a great opportunity to get active and learn about healthy lifestyle habits from the comfort of your own home, and with tailored advice from trained coaches at a time that suits you.

“What’s more, it’s free,” said Central Coast Health Promotion Service Health Promotion Officer, Leanne Andrew. “The program is available to anyone living on the Coast. “So, whether you live in Bateau Bay or Budgewoi, Wyong or Wyee, we’re urging people to sign up today,” she added. To register, or for more information, visit www. activeandhealthy.nsw.gov.au or contact the Central Coast Health Promotion Service on 4320 9700. Source: Press release, Aug 31 Central Coast Health

Tony is forgetting but not forgotten September 21 marks the beginning of Dementia Action Week 2020 and to participate, Hamlyn Terrace’s Hakea Grove Aged Care has shared the fascinating life story of one of its residents, Thomas ‘Tony’ Farthing, as an inspirational resident in the memory care unit. Hakea Grove Aged Care CEO, Jo Heslin, said: “Tony Farthing was born in Malaysia in 1934. “His father, Thomas Farthing Senior, was a well-known Australian jockey who had been racing the Asian circuit. “In July 1940, at the age of 6, his mother, Molly Farthing and his father saw WW2 gathering over Europe. “With the Japanese threat increasing, Molly took Tony and his brother Peter back to

Tony Farthing

Australia to stay with their grandmother at Randwick before returning to her husband in Singapore. “On February 13, 1942, Qantas Pilot Captain Crowther flew from Singapore, landing in a chaotic war zone, to become the last flight out of Singapore, with 41 female passengers, including Tony’s mother.

“His father remained in Singapore and was taken as a Prisoner of War. “He was repatriated home three years later with medals of honour. “What happened to his parents left a lasting impression on young Tony, who would go on to become a steward with Qantas in the 50’s, before meeting and marrying his wife Faye, with whom he had two children, Tracey and Paul. “Qantas continued to play a major role in the Farthing family’s lives, with Tony remaining a loyal employee for 33 years. “It was during Tony’s time as flight crew that he was given the nickname ‘Brave Eagle’. “He was lucky enough to be a part of history in the making, overseeing the 21-day tour to

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the USA by Gough and Margaret Whitlam when he addressed the United Nations. “Tony and his crew were made special guests by Gough and it would not be the last time his work would see him rub shoulders with dignitaries, elites and even royalty, with Tony counting the chance to attend to Princess Margaret during one of his flights among his greatest honours. “Comically, Tony also served Kerry Packer a multitude of times, much to his chagrin, as his daughter, Tracey, recalls. “‘Packer rang the call bell for service, and not for the first time was rude to dad. “‘Dad’s reply to Packer was, ‘as far as I am concerned you don’t exist on this ‘plane anymore until you find your manners’.

“An article was even written about the exchange in the Daily Telegraph at the time. “It was entitled: ‘What business magnate became a shadow unto himself not long ago on a flight last week?,’ Tracey said. “After travelling the world, Tony retired from the airline in the 90’s as a Flight Service Director and as a well respected man within the Qantas ranks, inspiring a similar passion in his daughter, who would go on to lead her own career with the airline. “Tony would go on to become a loving grandfather, and in his later years, a resident at Hakea Grove battling dementia. “But while his condition has been difficult to come to terms with, for Tracey and her family, nothing can detract from the

Brave Eagle’s legacy. “‘Dad has always been there for me, come hell or high water. “‘He has supported me and the family and is an ally. “‘Dad is an extraordinary person and full of love. “‘Before he came to Hakea Grove, he would still be at his beloved Coogee Beach SLSC and in the ocean every other day,’” Tracey said. “‘Dad’s dementia takes him on adventures all the time in his own memories. “‘Some days he has been playing golf in Beirut and not sure how he got home, but every now and then he says something, and I think to myself I know you’re in there,’” Tracey said. Dilon Luke

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Development Consents

Looking to lodge a development application, complying development application, or a construction, sub-division and occupation certificate? Visit centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/NSWPlanningPortal for more information and to register for the NSW Planning Portal

Notice is given of the granting of the following Development Consents and Complying Development Certificates pursuant to Section 101 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979. The consents are available for public inspection, without charge, at Central Coast Council offices in Gosford and Wyong, during business hours.

59241/2020

Date

24 Booker Bay Rd & 530 Orange Grove Rd

842/2020

58688/2020

14-08-2020 54 Avoca Dr

58778/2020

667/2020

722/2020

640/2020

58713/2020 669/2020

639/2020

Address

14-08-2020 68 Ridgway Rd

21-08-2020 14 Rushby St

20-08-2020 3 Gladys Ave

20-08-2020 5 White Fig Dr

Suburb AVOCA BEACH AVOCA BEACH

BATEAU BAY

BERKELEY VALE

20B Commonwealth BLACKWALL 17-08-2020 Ave

20-08-2020 10 Villa Cl

BUDGEWOI

20-08-2020 242 Buff Point Ave

BUFF POINT

58593/2020 58747/2020

728/2020

58844/2020

58809/2020

58517/2020

1473/2017

747/2020

682/2020

709/2020

Inground Pool

Dwelling

NORTH GOSFORD

59225/2020

105 Karingi St

UMINA BEACH

Inground Pool

Shed

Address

59275/2020

15 Brougham St

17-08-2020 20 Kendall Rd

18-08-2020 109 Karalta Rd

14-08-2020 29 Barrenjoey Rd

18-08-2020 490 Brush Rd

EMPIRE BAY

ERINA

ETTALONG BEACH

FOUNTAINDALE

18-08-2020 69 Bundeena Rd

GLENNING VALLEY

20-08-2020 93 Gamban Rd

GWANDALAN

18-08-2020 27 Burindi St

GWANDALAN

19-08-2020 10 Donald Ave

KANWAL

18-08-2020 69 Brooke Ave

KILLARNEY VALE

13-08-2020 5 Booragal Cl

KINCUMBER

21-08-2020 63 Kathleen White Cr KILLARNEY VALE

Inground Pool

Dwelling Addition - Swimming Pool

Steel Framed Shed

Secondary Dwelling

Inground Pool (Amended Application)

Dwelling

Deck & Awning

Dwelling & Retaining Walls

Inground Pool & Retaining Walls

NARARA

Telecommunications Tower

12-08-2020 7 Kintay Ln

NARARA

New Single Storey Dwelling, Carport, Pergola, Landscaping, Watertank & Driveway (Amended Application)

58766/2020

17-08-2020 2A Tramway Rd

NORTH AVOCA

605/2020

20-08-2020 29 Lord St

SHELLY BEACH

51507/2017

14-08-2020 23 & 27 Meadow Rd SPRINGFIELD

58265/2020

18-08-2020 56 Willoughby Rd

TERRIGAL

635/2020

18-08-2020 35 Peel St

TOUKLEY

58769/2020

10-08-2020 4 Hawea Cl

WAMBERAL

17/2020

17-08-2020 2 & 67 / 2 Warren Rd WARNERVALE

19-08-2020

57715/2019

Lot 1 DP90792 Narara Valley Dr

07-08-2020 35 Breeze St

18-08-2020 17 Honey Myrtle Rd

UMINA BEACH

WARNERVALE

704/2020

18-08-2020 19 Honey Myrtle Rd

WARNERVALE

57274/2019

01-07-2020 21 Tathra St

WEST GOSFORD

58460/2020

14-08-2020 5 Mutu St

WOY WOY

58511/2020

17-08-2020 53 Moana St

WOY WOY

20-08-2020 365 Pacific Hwy

WYONG

13-08-2020 60 Wyoming Rd

21-08-2020 15 McDonagh Rd

WYOMING

WYONG

580/2020

18-08-2020 387 Yarramalong Rd

WYONG CREEK

55034/2018

19-08-2020 19 Bourke Ave

YATTALUNGA

58493/2020

13-08-2020 180 Davistown Rd

YATTALUNGA

Demolition of Dwelling, Dwelling House (New) & Pool

Dwelling

Subdivision Residential - 2 Lots into 11 & Demolition of Existing Dwelling (Amended Application)

Stage 1 - Alterations to Existing Dwelling Stage 2 - Secondary Dwelling & Garage

Alterations & Additions

Address

18-08-2020 23 Canterbury St

Suburb

BOOKER BAY EAST GOSFORD

Awning

First Use as a Micro Distillery & Mobile Food Production / Vending Vehicle within Unit 67 / 2 Warren Road Warnervale

Dwelling

Waste Management Facility (Metal Transfer Station) (RPP)

Demolition of Industrial Building & New Industrial Building

Addition to Existing Residence

Dwelling House (New)

Pylon Sign with LED Display

Alterations, Additions & Demolition

Dwelling

Dwelling Alterations & Additions (Amended Application)

Detached Garage & Carport

Proposed Development

HAMLYN TERRACE Dwelling

Development Applications

The following Development Applications are notified for public comment and are available for public inspection free of charge at the Central Coast Council offices in Gosford and Wyong, during business hours. Alternatively the applications can be viewed online at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au

Description

5 Unit Multi Dwelling Housing with Pool Applicant Architexture Pty Ltd

4 Unit Multi Dwelling Housing & Demolition of Existing Applicant - Knight Mapleton Design Partners

Written submissions close: 25 September 2020

Address

Suburb

809/2020

85 Kanangra Dr

CRANGAN BAY

49534/2016

Description

Change of Use of 14 Allotments to Exhibition Village & Extension to Carpark Applicant - Scape Constructions Pty Ltd. The application has been made for the development consent under the Coal Mine Subsidence Compensation Act 2017. Approval is also sought from Mine Subsidence Board.

Written submissions close: 2 October 2020

Address

9, 7 & 11 Bent St

Suburb GOSFORD

Description (Re-Advertised) 8.2(1)a Review -

Residential Flat Building Including 101 Units & 3 Levels of Basement Parking & the Demolition of Existing Structures on Site (RPP) (Amended Plans) Applicant - Albany Investments Aust Pty Ltd. This application has been made for the development consent under the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979. The application is to be determined by the Regional Planning Panel (RPP) due to the value of the development being $45,359,581.00 Submissions made in respect of the application will be provided to the RPP and may be viewed on Council’s website. During the exhibition period the application, accompanying documents and statement of environmental effects may be inspected during business hours at Council’s Customer Service Counter, Ground Floor, Council Administration Building, 49 Mann Street Gosford. During the exhibition period any person may make a submission in writing to the consent authority. Submissions can be also made online at http://www.centralcoast.nsw.gov.au or in writing to Council’s postal address. Submissions will be made available for viewing on Council’s website. To help the efficiency of the assessment process, no late submissions will be considered. Any person who makes a written objection to the proposal and is dissatisfied with Council’s determination of the application may appeal to the Land and Environment Court in accordance with Sections 8.8, 8.10 of the Act. If a Commission of Inquiry is held, the determination is final and not subject to appeal under Sections 8.8, 8.10 of the Act. Approval is also sought from NSW Rural Fire Services.

Address

Suburb

498/2020

30 Bakali Rd

TUMBI UMBI

Inground Pool

Complying Development Certificates Date

Suburb

Deck Pool & Retaining Wall

Shed (Storage)

Dual Occupancy Attached, Subdivision, Demolition of Existing Dwellings Applicant - Woodhouse & Danks Pty Ltd Architects

Integrated Development

Dwelling, Secondary Dwelling & Retaining Walls

Secondary Dwelling

Dual Occupancy Additions / Alterations, Garage & Carport / Internal Layout, Relocate House 2m (Amended Application) Applicant - Australian National Builders Pty Ltd

Written submissions close: 2 October 2020

EMPIRE BAY

56786/2019

374/2020

16 Tottenham Pl

Carport

MATCHAM

15853/2002

18-08-2020 20 Sorrento Rd

20-08-2020 158 Coachwood Rd

684/2020

Additional Dwelling to Create a Detached Dual Occupancy Applicant - Optima Developments Pty Ltd

Alterations & Additions including Pool, Decks, Roof over Balcony

58162/2020

58502/2020

DOORALONG

Alterations & Additions

Cabana & Installation of a Solid Fuel Heater in Living Area (Amended Application)

585/2020

971 Jilliby Rd

DAVISTOWN

HAMLYN TERRACE

686/2020

Boundary Realignment Applicant - D F Duffield

13-08-2020 21 Magnolia Ave

20-08-2020 28 Canterbury St

58716/2020

BOOKER BAY

59074/2020

622/2020

668/2020

Description

Alterations & Additions

HAMLYN TERRACE

58786/2020

Inground Pool

Suburb

CHAIN VALLEY BAY

20-08-2020 2 Sunset Pde

19-08-2020 8 Kilt Ln

685/2020

Alterations & Additions to Existing Dwelling

Address

338 & 340 Booker Bay Rd

520/2020

674/2020

Proposed Development

Written submissions close: 25 September 2020

Description

(Re-Advertised) Change of Use from a Dwelling to a Transitional Group Home (Drug & Alcohol Rehabilitation) & Change of Use from a Secondary Dwelling to a Managers Residence & Fencing Applicant: Wilson Planning Pty Ltd. The application has been made for the development consent under the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979. Approval is also sought from NSW Rural Fire Service.

Designated Development No

790/2020

Written submissions close: 29 September 2020

Address

20 Jack Grant Ave

Suburb

WARNERVALE

Description (Second Advertisement) Waste or Resource Management Facility, Applicant - Tricon Mining Equipment Pty Ltd C/- ADW Johnson. The proposed development is Designated Development under the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979 and Schedule 3 of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Regulation 2000. The application is to be determined by the Hunter & Central Coast Regional Planning Panel due to Designated Development – Waste Facility. Submissions made in respect of the application will be provided to the RPP. The application has been made for the development consent under the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979. The proposed development is Nominated Integrated, approval is also sought from Environment Protection Authority (under Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997). During the exhibition period the application, accompanying documents and Environmental Impact Statement can be viewed via Council’s DA Tracker located on Council’s website www.centralcoast.nsw.gov.au. Hard copy documents may also be inspected during business hours at Council’s Customer Service Counter, 2 Hely Street Wyong, for the period commencing 28 August 2020 up to the close of business on 29 September 2020. During the exhibition period any person may make a submission in writing to the consent authority. Submissions can be made using the standard ‘submission form’ template available on Council’s website or in writing to Council’s postal address. Submissions will be made available for viewing on Council’s website. To help the efficiency of the assessment process, no late submissions will be considered. Any person who makes a written objection to the proposal and is dissatisfied with Council’s determination of the application may appeal to the Land and Environment Court in accordance with Section 8.8 and 8.10 of the Act. If a Commission of Inquiry is held, the determination is final and not subject to appeal. Central Coast Council is required to comply with the requirements of the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2019 which requires submissions on Development Applications to be published on Council’s website. In order to maintain privacy, all submissions lodged using Council’s DA Submission Form or online portal will have personal contact details and signature redacted. Submissions received not using Council’s DA Submission Form or via the online portal will be published in full. Your submission may also be reproduced in full in Council reports or in Court proceedings.

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Book Parade a hit with students It’s not often that you spot Batman hanging out with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, but that was the case at Wadalba Community School on August 26, when junior students held their annual Book Parade. The parade saw students and staff come to school dressed as their favourite book characters in a celebration of children’s literature. From classic fairy tale characters to more modern favourites, the parade was chock full of references, with many students looking like

Reading Writing Hotline use encouraged during Adult Learners’ Week Central Coast residents who struggle with reading and writing are being encouraged to take advantage of the extra time that the pandemic has afforded them to improve their abilities with the Reading Writing Hotline. With Adult Learners’ Week running nationally from September 1-9, locals who struggle with their literacy are encouraged to call the Hotline to learn about what classes they have available. According to Hotline Manager, Vanessa Illes, the Hotline experienced a surge of around 30 per cent at the height of lockdown, as many Australians sought to utilise their newfound free time for self improvement. “The pandemic has wreaked havoc with many lives, but for some it has provided the time and opportunity to prepare for life after Covid,” Illes said. “Technology is rapidly

transforming our workplaces and we’ve spoken to many people, both workers and business owners, who want to improve their literacy or numeracy in preparation for returning to work. “Difficulty with reading and numeracy is not uncommon. “Most of our callers grew up and went to school in Australia and speak English as their first language. “Most are employed, and some are even employers, but there is still so much shame attached to difficulty with reading and writing, which is holding people back from seeking further education,” Illes continued. “The Hotline often hears from people who have wanted to make the call for 10 or 20 years, but who have only now just found the courage to make the call. “Usually there is a turning point, like life event or a sudden

opportunity, that will push people over the line and give them the strength to pick up the phone. “Covid restrictions, for all their difficulty, provide such an opportunity. “Classes are resuming in many parts of Australia, and online or physical materials can also help new learners. “The key message of Adult Learners’ Week is that it’s never too late to learn. “No matter how long you have found literacy challenging, you are not alone. “Picking up the phone is the first step to changing your life. “We have helped thousands of Australians on the road to overcoming their learning difficulties, and we are ready to help you,” Illes said. The Reading Writing Hotline can be reached by phoning 1300 6555 06. Dilon Luke

they’d stepped right off the page. Principal, Jason McGrath, thanked the school community for going above and beyond to support the day. “There were so many amazing costumes from the Gruffalo to Thing 1 and Thing 2, giving the judges a hard job to pick the best dressed in each class. “Thank you to all the parents for their effort in organising a costume for the students. “It was so nice to see how happy they were to walk around in the parade,” McGrath said. Dilon Luke

Realities of reckless behaviour on the road brought to life

Year 10 students at Wyong Christian Community School have been given a grim look at the realities of reckless behaviour on the road as part of the bstreetsmart Smarter Safer Drivers’ Program. Year 10 PDHPE students recently attended a virtual session of the program, hosted by Westmead Hospital’s Trauma Service Team.

While normally delivered face-to-face, the program was still effective at encouraging young people to be smarter safer drivers. Students heard from trauma specialist, Dr Ken Harrison, who articulated the wide range of consequences that occur from road crashes. Students also listened to real life stories from survivors of serious road crashes and also from parents of young people

whose lives were forever changed due to road fatalities. A live braking distance demonstration was also given, emphasising the need to obey speed limits on roads. Students were challenged with the real life implication that their decision making on the roads will have as they gain their learners’ and provisional licence. Dilon Luke

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Students are more than just a number With trial HSC exams well underway at schools across the Coast, Year 12 students are being reminded that, come what may, they will always be more than just their ATAR. While the message has rung true for all previous years, it has never been more important than now, with the Class of 2020 arguably the most disrupted HSC cohort in the examination’s history. Belinda Wilson is the Learning Enrichment Coordinator at Tuggerah Lakes Secondary

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College, The Entrance Campus. With the trials being the final stepping stone before the HSC exams, she believes that many students will need to be reminded that they’re more than just a number over the coming weeks. “One question I refrain from asking former students is how they went in the HSC. “When we first enter the world, we are measured for our height and weight. “This continues through school, on the sporting field and at work.

“We are so used to judging ourselves against a range of continuums such as our BMI, ATAR, credit rating and so on, that we forget to relate to ourselves with any humanity or compassion. “Whilst we should be celebrating those students who dug deep and made sacrifices to extend themselves throughout the HSC, it must be remembered that there are a myriad of ways that one can be a high achiever,” Wilson said. “This year, I have personally witnessed elite athletes being knocked off course due to the

cancellation of competitions. “For those that cling desperately to the identity of an elite sportsperson, it has been challenging yet enormously character building. “I have also witnessed students stepping up to care for family members, especially for parents or siblings with sickness and disability, offering both physical and emotional support. “And I have been in awe of students working long hours to make ends meet at home. “These success stories don’t relate to the calculation of an

ATAR. “There are so many different pathways, that it would be unreasonable to reduce ourselves to a single number. “My advice to this year group would be to never shy away from hard work, but at the same time, treat yourself with care and compassion in order to build the courage and resilience to get out of your comfort zone,” Wilson said. Source: Newsletter, Aug 20 Kirrily Harvey, TLSC, The Entrance Campus

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A-LEAGUE The Central Coast Mariners have confirmed the departure of five players following the conclusion of the club’s 2019/20 Hyundai A-League campaign. All players have now departed for the off-season as the club awaits further details of the 2020/21 A-League season, but the Mariners have confirmed that Michael McGlinchey, Milan Djuric, Tommy Oar, Jacob Melling and Jair Eduardo Britto da Silva have all parted ways with the club following the expiration of their contracts. In announcing their departure, a spokesperson for the Mariners thanked the players for their contributions throughout their time with the club.

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Heart dampen Spirit with yet another win NETBALL Central Coast Heart have continued their domination of the Origin Premier League Netball Competition with a dual win over Capital Spirit in Round 6. The Opens made it six for six with a convincing 61-53 win over the competition newcomers, but according to Club Captain, Alisha Walsh, it was a hard fought match. “The Opens had a slow start to the game, going into quarter time with only a two goal lead. “They came on in the second quarter with a huge point to

prove, lifted their intensity, changed their defensive structure and won the quarter 19 goals to 4, keeping spirit to just one goal with six minutes to go. “After half time, the lead continued to build, with Spirit unable to find an answer,” Walsh said. The match was also a milestone game for Under 23’s defender, Maddie Mueller, who made her Opens’ debut. The Under 23’s took control of their match early to maintain a consistent point lead that eventuated to a 50-34 win. “The Under 23’s went into the

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first quarter break with an eight goal lead, however, the Spirit adjusted and at half time the lead was still at eight goals. “From that point onwards, the girls built their momentum and settled in their attack to reduce errors and mixed up their defensive structures, which saw them win the last two quarters by five goals and three goals respectively,” Walsh said. The result sees the Opens maintain their death grip atop their conference ladder and the Under 23’s move into second place on their ladder, behind South Coast Blaze.

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LAT 33° 51’ S - LONG 151° 14’ E - TIME ZONE - 1000

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APPROX. TIME LAG AFTER FORT DENISON Ettalong 40 min, Rip Bridge 2hrs - Wisemans Ferry 2 hrs 30 min, Koolewong 2 hrs 10 min

In view of the variations caused by local conditions and meteorological effects, these times are approximate and must be considered as a guide only. They are not to be relied on for critical depth calculations for safe navigation. Actual times of High and Low Water may occur before or after the times indicated

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Ourimbah has retained its hold on top spot RUGBY UNION Ourimbah has retained its hold on the top spot in Central Coast Rugby Union’s First Grade Competition following a Round 7 reshuffle of the top four. The ladder leaders proved too strong for Woy Woy in their fixture, taking the Lions down 38-29 in what was a hard fought game. “The early stages in the match were quite even, with neither team able to get ahead for quite a while,” said CCRU President, Larry Thomson. Late into the first half, Ourimbah found their momentum, and by halftime had jumped to a handy 21 points to 10 lead, to look confident at the break.

However, the Lions also fired up and looked to be orchestrating an upset as the match went on. “At that stage it seemed Ourimbah would go on with it and record a handsome win, but it was not to be. “In fact, Woy Woy outscored Ourimbah 19-17 in the second half. “The Woy Woy backline was proving dangerous every time that they received the ball and it took Ourimbah all their experience to maintain their lead in the second half,” Thomson said. Terrigal moved into second place on the ladder after a comfortable 68-7 win over Warnervale. From the outset, Terrigal took control of the match, leading by

35-7 at the halftime break, with their fine form continuing into the second half. “Warnervale went into this match with an under strength team, and Terrigal proved to be a well drilled and strong outfit on the day. “Warnervale simply had no answer to the structured play from Terrigal,” Thomson said. Elsewhere Hornsby beat Avoca Beach 24-18 to move into third place on the ladder. The Lakes had the bye. The Budgewoi based club were sitting in second place on the ladder at the beginning of Round 7 and will be looking to reclaim ground on the top three as the competition moves into Round 8. Dilon Luke

A valiant effort from Woy Woy wasn’t enough to overcome the Razorbacks Photo: Nick Friend/Woy Woy Lions Rugby Club

Magpies seniors have a difficult round AFL It was a neighbour versus neighbour affair in Round 7 of the Hunter Central Coast AFL’s Black Diamond Cup Competitions, with the Wyong Magpies hosting the Gosford Tigers in their First Grade bout and the Lady Pies welcoming the Killarney Vale Bombers in theirs. With the Pies and the Tigers sharing a similar mix of experience and fresh talent, a tight tussle was the result throughout much of the match, with the Tigers making better use of their chances in the first quarter to carve out a 30-9 lead. Keen to equalise, the Pies found their rhythm in the second quarter, piling on the points to bring the scoreline to just 40-35 the Tigers’ way, heading into halftime. Despite more excellent footy from the Pies in the third

quarter, they were still trailing just behind the Tigers on the scoreboard, and with the scores at 71-62 heading into the final quarter it was do or die for Wyong. “The final term was not one for the faint hearted and tested players, coaches and sidelines with a nail-biting finish,” said Pies’ President, Simon Wood. “Gosford tried to pull away many times on the board, but Wyong replied every time and was not giving up on this one, which is another vast

improvement on previous weeks. “With five minutes to go, Wyong were down with Gosford pulling away by 14 points. “Then the mood picked up with the home crowd very vocal and that resulted in a big finish from the Pies. “The boys reacted, with Mitch Ede kicking a big goal from around 50m with four minutes to go. “Samuel Jabour then kicked one in the dying stages to bring the score 102-104 the Tigers’

way. “Two points in it and they were heading back to the centre bounce and on a roll. “Unfortunately, on their trip back for the bounce, the siren sounded leaving the boys agonizingly two points down,” Wood said. Despite the result, Wood said that coaching staff were very pleased with the Pies’ efforts. “We should be very proud of the group for never giving up even when the opposition looked as though they were

getting away, the boys rallied and got themselves back in it over and over again,” Wood said. The Lady Pies had a much harder time in their fixture, with the Bombers showing why they’re the competition front runners. The Pies were in fine form in the first quarter, with strong defence and even better teamwork not only keeping the Bombers to just two goals but also seeing the Pies keep the scoreline relatively even at 7-15 the Bombers’ way. The second quarter saw the Bombers find the form that’s propelled them to the top of the pack this season, breaking through the Pies’ solid defensive line to ramp up their lead. Undeterred, the Pies continued to find chances to chip away at the Bombers’ defence and to bolster their own, with Rach Bade sneaking

across the line to bring the scoreline to 13-57 at halftime. The third quarter was the best of the game for the Pies, with Chloe Laska hitting the scoreboard for her debut goal and the defenders holding strong to keep the Bombers to a one goal quarter. A full team effort in the fourth saw the Bombers drive it home, racking up more goals, to ultimately take the match 1989. Wood said the scoreboard was not reflective of the effort put in by the Pies, giving praise to defenders who made the Bombers work for every one of their points. “In a rebuilding year, the coaching staff could not have been prouder of what the girls did on Saturday and wouldn’t swap out a single player that represented the club on the weekend,” Wood said. Dilon Luke

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Roosters secure minor premiership RUGBY LEAGUE

Competition.

The Central Coast Roosters have claimed the minor premiership following their win over the North Sydney Bears in Round 7 of the 2020 Harvey Norman NSW Women’s Rugby League

Billed as the Match of the Round, both sides kept the other scoreless early in the piece until Roosters’ Hooker, Kylie Hilder, was able to get the ball to an unmarked Tayla Predebon, who took it under

SURF LIFE SAVING The Central Coast has cleaned up at Surf Life Saving NSW’s 2020 Awards of Excellence, with local clubs coming away with six major awards. The annual awards celebrate the outstanding achievements of volunteer surf lifesavers across surf sports, education, administration, membership and lifesaving. This year the awards were hosted virtually, due to pandemic restrictions, with surf lifesavers from across the state tuning in via livestream to celebrate the achievements of their peers on August 29. Local winners came from all

the posts. Melanie Howard then converted the try to take the Roosters to a 6-nil lead at the halftime break. Not to be outdone, a determined Bears outfit equalised early in the second

half courtesy of a Shanice Parker four-pointer that was converted by Kirra Dibb. With scores locked and neither side giving the other an inch, Roosters’ Centre, Jayme Fressard, ultimately cemented the win for the Central Coast, breaking through the Bears’

defensive line in the 43rd minute to score, before following it up with another try not 10 minutes later. More solid conversions from Howard saw the Roosters bump up their final score to close out the match and secure the minor premiership 16-6.

The win sees the Roosters retain their undefeated record in the regular season and has them pegged as favourites for the major premiership when the finals series gets underway. Dilon Luke

Central Coast the big winner at Surf Life Saving NSW’s awards night

corners of the Coast with the former Wyong Shire represented by Shelly Beach SLSC’s James Koch, who took out Athlete of the Year. Koch won the award off the back of a spectacular season which kicked off with his selection in the Australian Life Saving Team Pathways Squad that will hopefully see him represent the nation at the 2022 SLS World Championships. Koch also represented the country as part of the Pathways Squad at the German and Netherlands Pool Rescue Cups, securing a bag of medals in the process, as well as a world record relay time with fellow Shelly Beach clubbie, Brad

Woodward. Closer to home, Koch has also been a force to be reckoned with on the state circuit and has racked up medals at various state competitions, prior to Covid closures, most notably the NSW Surf Life Saving Titles. Terrigal SLSC’s Paul Lemmon and Umina SLSC’s Kai Darwin rounded out the coast’s individual awardees with Lemmon picking up Masters Athlete of the Year and Darwin the Youth Lifesaver of the Year, a phenomenal result for the young lifesaver who took out the same award last year. Umina also picked up two club awards in the Patrol of the Year and the prestigious Club of

the Year, the latter of which was another consecutive win for the club. In a nod to the strength of the SLS movement on the Coast, its regional body, Surf Life Saving Central Coast, rounded out the night by being crowned Branch of the Year. SLSCC President, Stuart Harvey, put the result down to the outstanding effort of branch members. “Our 15 clubs do an amazing job patrolling and engaging our wider community. “They should all be very proud of their efforts over the last season,” Harvey said. Dilon Luke

James Koch is SLS NSW’s Athlete of the Year Photo: SLS NSW