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Residents of Chittaway Bay are campaigning for the installation of public bathroom amenities at Lions Park, the home to a piratethemed playground. See page 3

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Each year staff at Hakea Grove’s compete to have the most festive wing at the centre and this year the competition has been fierce. See page 14

Health

Two years after the Black Summer bushfires threatened the Central Coast, two local volunteer emergency service organisations have been given a share of over $400,000 for projects that will assist in their recovery and strengthen their emergency response capabilities. See page 13

ORRA urges Hart to ‘read before voting’ A group of residents from Ourimbah were facing a last-ditch attempt to hold off a masterplan for Ourimbah that Central Coast Council was due to adopt on December 14. Ourimbah Region Residents’ Association (ORRA) were hoping to convince Administrator Rik Hart to send the plan back to the town planners for further work. “Mr Hart is voting on what is actually contained in the plan, not what staff are advising him is in the plan,” ORRA member Brian Davies said. “I recommend that he read

and understand it and do a site visit to understand the issues that the community are raising about steep hills and fire and flood threats that make the proposed plans dangerous and unworkable.” ORRA wants a masterplan which has a coherent vision for the future of Ourimbah; that reflects the community values of the residents of Ourimbah and provides certainty for any Local Environment Plan and Development Control Plan changes. ORRA says the masterplan does not reflect the extensive community consultation held after the Councillors’

2019 decision. “Ourimbah Region Residents’ Association (ORRA) ran a survey across the whole Ourimbah region to be sure we were presenting a consensus community view,” ORRA said. “We liaised with Council staff and elected Councillors over a period of months and believed we had achieved a result that would suit all parties. “None of this consultation is mentioned in the plan and most of the community feedback has been ignored.” Member for The Entrance David Mehan shares ORRA’s concerns.

“On 27 April 2020, the then elected Councillors unanimously resolved to support the concerns of the Ourimbah Region Residents Association about the Masterplan by limiting building heights and protecting the heritage of the area,” he said. “Surprisingly, the April resolution was not referred to in the six page report prepared by Council staff for tonight’s meeting. “Ourimbah residents are rightly concerned that Council staff are seeking to ignore a legal resolution and direction made by the elected Council about the Masterplan.

“The Administrator should not adopt the staff recommendation without referencing the April resolution and confirming its continuing application.” Speaking in State Parliament in May this year, Mehan said the Ourimbah masterplan had benefited from Councillor input to staff recommendations. He made the remarks during debate on whether the Coast should have a judicial inquiry into the Council which had been put under administration and the Councillors suspended.

The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) welcomes the provisional approval of the Pfizer vaccine for Australian children. See page 25

Sport

It was an exceptional return to football at Central Coast Stadium for the Mariners, defeating rivals Sydney FC, 2-0, on Sunday for the first home game win of the new season. Page 32

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$100M TAFE and housing project proposed for Gosford CBD

Why ‘pave paradise’? A lack of planning and a housing stock shortage amidst a booming property market were two key reasons for the housing crisis highlighted... See page 3

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The future use for the site of the existing Ettalong Ambulance Station and the future of its employees have not been clarified by the NSW Government following its announcement that a new ambulance station will be built at Woy Woy Hospital. The station, to be operational in early 2023, will include internal parking for up to 10 emergency ambulance vehicles, administration areas, a training room, and a gym. It is expected to replace the existing Ettalong Ambulance Station. Reports suggest staff at the Ettalong station were blindsided by the relocation and only found out via NSW Health’s

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letterboxed handout. Member for Gosford, Liesl Tesch, said she has called upon the NSW Government to upgrade the Ettalong station instead of selling it off. “The closure will add minutes to emergency ambulance waittimes in Ettalong Beach, Umina Beach, Pearl Beach, Patonga, Empire Bay, St Hubert’s Island, Bensville, Killcare, Hardy’s Bay and Wagstaffe,” Tesch said. “A minute in traffic for an ambulance could be the difference between life and death. “It’s completely unacceptable that our hard-working paramedics who were championed by this Government during the pandemic weren’t told about

this change and instead found out when community members received the glossy government pamphlets. “Time and time again, we see this tired-old Liberal State Government sell-off assets and cut vital health services in our communities.” When asked if staff were told beforehand about the station’s relocation or if staff will be retained, Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said the future purpose of the Ettalong site will be assessed once building of the new Woy Woy station has been completed. “The existing Ettalong Ambulance Station will remain operational until the new station at Woy Woy is complete,” Crouch said.

“The relocation of Ettalong station on the Woy Woy Hospital is an exciting step in delivering a brand-new ambulance station for Peninsula communities, ensuring local paramedics have modern facilities to deliver high-quality emergency care well into the future. “NSW Ambulance and Health Infrastructure worked to identify a new location using best practice modelling software which maps Triple Zero calls to determine the most suitable location for mobile emergency care in the region. “The current Ettalong station site is located outside of the area identified by NSW Ambulance Service to provide the best response times

for the community. “The new site at Woy Woy will ensure paramedics at the new station will be in an optimal location to respond to the greatest number of cases in the shortest amount of time. “Health Infrastructure will commence the planning approval process for the new ambulance station in the coming weeks.” Tesch said she has asked Questions on Notice in NSW Parliament about what the plan will mean for staffing of paramedics, traffic concerns on Ocean Beach Rd and traveltime difference. Those answers are due back at the end of the year. Maisy Rae

The Residents for Responsible Ettalong Development (RRED) group have ‘strenuously objected’ to a planning proposal that would allow a five-storey development... See page 21

Education

The NSW Teachers Federation Council on Saturday, November 27, voted unanimously to strike for 24 hours on Tuesday, December 7, over the NSW Government’s refusal to lift salaries and reduce workloads for teachers. See page 27

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The Salvation Army is hoping to raise $20M countrywide this year through its annual Christmas Appeal and is appealing for local support.

A huge parcel of land in the heart of Gosford, incorporating the Central Coast Council administration building, is likely to be transformed into a new state-of-the-art TAFE campus. The State Government announced on December 2 that it is in negotiations with Council to buy the administration building and surrounding blocks, including the old Broadwater Hotel site, and land at the rear of both the chambers and the Central Coast Conservatorium. The project will also encompass the existing TAFE site. The administration building was earmarked earlier this year to go on the market as one of the Tranche 1 asset sales announced by Council following its financial difficulties and is expected to attract a hefty price. The figure being negotiated remains confidential but

Minister for Skills and Tertiary Education, Geoff Lee, who was on the Coast to make the announcement, said the entire project would cost in excess of $100M. The project will incorporate a vertical TAFE and substantial residential development. Lee said there was no exact timeline for completion of the project but work on a business study had already commenced as negotiations on the sale proceed and he hoped construction would begin within 12 months. “This will be a sensational result for Gosford – but we have to get the planning right,” he said. Lee said an expanded TAFE presence in the city CBD would likely see an expansion of courses on offer, serving to meet the current and future needs of the region. Member for Terrigal and Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, who initiated the process, said the project was all about

continuing to develop Gosford as a major educational precinct and would help kickstart further development. “Having more courses on offer will help address the skills shortage the region is experiencing and offer more residents an alternative pathway to further education,” he said. “The proposal will also integrate TAFE NSW with the Central Coast Conservatorium of Music, providing them with a permanent home and secure future.” Landcom CEO, John Brogden, said the CBD “desperately needs” an upgrade and a revitalised TAFE campus and housing opportunities would be a huge boost. “We have found that CBD projects such as this require not just offices, but housing,” he said. “We estimate that up to 10 per cent of this mixed housing will be rental accommodation for students and CBD workers.

“We hope purchasers will be buying residences off the plan within three years.” Lee said it was not yet known if the present administration building will be refurbished as part of the development or if it will be razed to make way for a new building. Central Coast Council Administrator, Rik Hart, said it was ironic that such an opportunity had arisen “out of chaos”, with the new development sure to provide massive job opportunities and a link to the nearby waterfront. Council CEO, David Farmer, said the sale would be a “really good outcome” for the financially strapped Council and create a huge volume of foot traffic through the city centre. Farmer said he hoped Council and the Government would have a Memorandum of Understanding in place by the end of the year. “We have always said that selling the Gosford Administration Building would

pave the way for an exciting development in that space that could have a significant impact on the shape of Gosford’s CBD,” he said. “The State Government’s proposal answers the need for urban renewal at that end of Gosford and the educational nature of the proposed precinct complements the recently[1] opened Clinical School at Gosford Hospital and Council’s own Regional Library due to start construction in May 2022.” Farmer said that, should a sale proceed, it would be a positive outcome benefitting the community and contributing to the revitalisation of Gosford. He said the sale would provide confidence to lenders that Council operations could continue sustainably, and loans could be serviced. The project is expected to create 1,000 jobs and up to 3,000 tertiary and vocational education opportunities. Terry Collins

The teachers at Toukley Preschool have been recognised as some of Australia’s most outstanding educators at Futurity Investment Group’s National Excellence in Teaching Awards (NEiTA). See page 27

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Preschool teachers gain national recognition for excellence

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The timing of the move has inflamed the community which is currently putting together a second round of responses to a fourth DA the developer had lodged with Council. Alarmed by the developer’s online advertisement, some of the residents have also expressed strong concerns

that the proposed boarding house is reportedly being listed on booking websites, billed as “serviced apartments”. “I was horrified to see an advertisement for serviced apartments,” said resident, Carolyn Dring. “The truth is that it will be a boarding house for 92 people,” she said. 51 Peel St, a former nursing home that enjoys views over the lake, has been subject to ongoing contention since the first DA was lodged back in 2018. Since then, plans for a boarding house have ping ponged between the Council

and the owners of the site, Seranin. The first DA was rejected in 2018, a second withdrawn, a third refused in September 2020, while a fourth, submitted in March, resulted in the Council calling for a significant amount of further information. Open for community consultation until January 17, this time residents are being asked to respond specifically to the further information that has been supplied Seranin. Submissions have already been lodged by 10 individuals in response. The fourth DA attracted 197 community submissions in

July, during which time the ‘Concerned Residents of Proposal For Boarding, Toukley’ Facebook group swelled to 311 members with 26 of those joining in the last month alone. The group has a fresh set of concerns, among them an adjustment to the number of people the boarding house will accommodate. It was originally stipulated that the building would contain 65 rooms, a number that has fallen by 10 to 55. At the same time, however, the number of residents has grown from 84 to 92. Residents say that this modification, which has led to

the creation of more double rooms, was subtly introduced in the hope it would be overlooked. “How many times do we have to submit objections to Council before they will take notice of our concerns?” asked another resident, Maureen Houston. “We recognise the need for housing but 92 people in one building is an overload,” she said. The Toukley residents are also demanding clarity on the demographic make-up of those to live in the boarding house.

A Wyong based company will duplicate its production line, helping to boost its capacity and meet the growing demand, thanks to the NSW Government’s Regional Job Creation Fund.

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Education

A passion for their art and a commitment to an artistic career is the common thread running through the 26 artists who received grants recently. Page 27

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Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, UDIA Central Coast Chair, Caine King, and Business NSW Central Coast Regional Director, Paula Martin, announced the plan at Gosford Leagues Park on December 6. Building upon the 2016 Central Coast Regional Plan 2036, the State Government has widened the net and extended its vision in the Draft Central Coast Regional Plan 2041, which is said to have been largely influenced by changes in the way people

work and live in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. It has announced an updated vision for the next 20 years on the Coast, focussing on what it is calling a “15-minute region”. The premise is to concentrate on taking a holistic approach to neighbourhoods and ensure that planning,job,infrastructure and housing decisions are coordinated with the aim of providing everything residents need withing a 15-minute walk, cycle or drive from their home. For the Woy Woy Peninsula, the plan says, the emphasis will need to be on development proposals which protect the scenic quality of the area and retain its

“unique environmental character”. “Increased housing choices will be focused close to public transport and need to consider sustainable ways of accommodating short stays for visitors,” the plan says. Woy Woy has been included in the Narara District in the plan – one of four districts covering the entire region. The government is encouraging community feedback on the revised draft plan before March 4 next year. “This is our blueprint to ensure the Central Coast prospers and the community’s feedback is critical to make sure we get it right,” Crouch said at the launch.

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Out&About

Central Coast Council has a huge two months of events and activities planned to help bring Town Centres back to life with a new reIMAGINE Festival aimed to support local businesses and creatives.

Each year staff at Hakea Grove’s compete to have the most festive wing at the centre and this year the competition has been fierce. See page 14

Comedian Bob Downe will bring his high rolling cabaret Viva Bob Vegas! to the Laycock St Community Theatre in January. See page 17

Business

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“Tourism will play a major role in helping our region recover from the pandemic, which is why we proposed strategies to keep public transport operating later and allow bars and galleries to open longer in our tourist hotspots. “Housing affordability is a key priority and the plan would set up a group of housing experts and service providers to track and supply the land, housing and infrastructure needed for communities to thrive.” King said the Central Coast is unique in having one Regional Plan, one Local Government Authority and one Local Aboriginal Land Council. “We must capitalise on this opportunity to act in a

cooperative manner to deliver the jobs and housing needed on the Central Coast,” he said. “Our members are up to the challenge of building smarter and more sustainable and compact communities, where daily activities are contained within a 15-minute walk or ride. “We need this strategic planning developed for both future green field and brown field developments, to provide direction and confidence for the development industry.” King said the plan sets achievable targets for infrastructure and affordable housing which was really important. Continued page 8

A local law firm has returned to its Woy Woy roots after merging with Peninsula Law last month. See page 23

Education

Peninsula teachers and principals walked out of work for 24 hours on Tuesday, December 7, as new figures show the number of vacant permanent teaching positions in NSW has increased to more than 3,000. See page 29

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The premise is to concentrate on taking a holistic approach to neighbourhoods and ensure that planning,job,infrastructure and housing decisions are coordinated with the aim of providing everything residents need withing a 15-minute walk, cycle or drive from their home. Building on the Central Coast Regional Plan 2036, which was

released in 2016, the government has widened the net and extended its vision in the Draft Central Coast Regional Plan 2041, largely influenced by changes in the way people work and live in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, launched the revised plan at Gosford waterfront on December 6, together with Business NSW Central Coast Regional, Director, Paula martin, and Chair of the Central Coast Chapter of Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA), Caine King. The government is encouraging community

feedback on the revised draft plan before March 4 next year. “This is our blueprint to ensure the Central Coast prospers and the community’s feedback is critical to make sure we get it right,” Crouch said at the launch. “Tourism will play a major role in helping our region recover from the pandemic, which is why we proposed strategies to keep public transport operating later and allow bars and galleries to open longer in our tourist hotspots. “Housing affordability is a key priority and the Plan would set up a group of housing experts and service providers to track and supply the land, housing

and infrastructure needed for communities to thrive.” King said the Central Coast is unique in having one Regional Plan, one Local Government Authority and one Local Aboriginal Land Council. “We must capitalise on this opportunity to act in a cooperative manner to deliver the jobs and housing needed on the Central Coast,” he said. “Our members are up to the challenge of building smarter and more sustainable and compact communities, where daily activities are contained within a 15-minute walk or ride. “We need this strategic

planning developed for both future green field and brown field developments, to provide direction and confidence for the development industry.” King said the plan sets achievable targets for infrastructure and affordable housing which was really important. It also outlines the work that needs to be done to unlock land and make it developer ready, he said. Martin said the Central Coast is blessed with natural endowments, a talented workforce and an enviable lifestyle. Continued page 6

Workers on the Central Coast stand to benefit from the powering up of renewable energy projects, with registrations of interest now open... See page 25

Sport

A 1-0 loss and frustration met the Central Coast Mariners at Penrith Stadium on Sunday, December 5, against their undominant hosts, Macarthur FC. See page 38

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Two years after the Black Summer bushfires threatened the Central Coast, two local volunteer emergency service organisation supporting remote, regional and rural communities, are sharing over $400,000 in grants for projects that will assist in their recovery and strengthen their emergency response capabilities. See page 13

Community invited to give feedback on latest blueprint for the region The State Government has revisited its Regional Plan for the Central Coast and announced an updated vision for the next 20 years, focussing on what it is calling a “15-minute region”.

News

Residents of Chittaway Bay are campaigning for the installation of public bathroom amenities at Lions Park, the home to a piratethemed playground built in in memory of local toddler. See page 3

Parkhouse at Kibble Park will be hosting a range of interactive art exhibitions with locally made products available for purchase

Woy Woy in Narara district in latest regional plan Woy Woy has been named as a strategic centre in the latest version of the NSW Government’s Regional Plan for the Central Coast.

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Still recovering Rain couldn’t dampen the enthusiasm of Central Coast nurses and midwives as they gathered outside Gosford Hospital on December 8 to protest unreasonable workloads...

Four community organisations and clubs on the Peninsula have received nearly $19,000 in grants to support local projects. See page 4

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Local resident Cecily Crencice fulfilled a lifelong dream last week when she got on the back of a Harley trike.

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Community and visitors invited to reIMAGINE Gosford

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Residents say Toukley can’t support boarding house Residents in Toukley have come out fighting against an audacious move by developer Seranin to advertise a proposed boarding house that is yet to win Council approval as being “under construction”.

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An artist has launched a solo exhibition in Woy Woy to celebrate ‘love and life’ and encourage locals to seek peace this holiday season. See page 13

Central Coast Council has a huge two months of events and activities planned to help bring Town Centres back to life... See page 13

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The teachers of Toukley Preschool

The Australian Reptile Park at Somersby has been named NSW Business of the Year by the state’s peak business organisation, Business NSW. See page 25

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Domestic manufacturing was the focus of a recent meeting outside the Kangy Angy Maintenance Facility to discuss the new intercity trains delay. See page 3

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As the region emerges from lockdown and the festive season approaches, Council is determined to spread the Christmas cheer after a difficult year. See page 17 An architectural rendering showing the location of the proposed TAFE and (inset) from left: Central Coast Council CEO, David Farmer, Administrator, Rik Hart, Landcom CEO, John Brogden, Member for Terrigal Adam Crouch, and Minister for Skills and Tertiary Education, Geoff Lee.

Questions to be answered about future of Ettalong Ambulance Station staff and site

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The Bouddi Peninsula Arts Trail is returning after COVID-19 restrictions delayed the event from its usual October Long Weekend timeslot. See page 13

At least 50 concerned residents gathered to protest the proposed sale of part of the Austin Butler Reserve in Woy Woy on the wet and blustery morning of Saturday, November 27.

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The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) welcomes the provisional approval of the Pfizer vaccine for Australian children. See page 25

Education

It was an exceptional return to football at Central Coast Stadium for the Mariners, defeating rivals Sydney FC, 2-0, on Sunday for the first home game win of the new season. Page 32

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Campaign starts for toilet at popular park

Residents of Chittaway Bay are campaigning for the installation of public bathroom amenities at Lions Park, the home to a pirate-themed playground built in memory of local toddler Jimmy Jurd, who lost his life at 23 months in 2016 to a rare form of brain cancer. Lions Park is a magnet for local families and children. It is a pitstop along the 12km off-road pathway that circumnavigates the lake from Chittaway Bay to The Entrance

and is also home to an adult fitness equipment station. It contains several barbecues, tables and benches. There is parking for at least 40 vehicles, bubblers and a water station for dogs. It is known to get so crowded at weekends that it is difficult to find a parking space. The convenor of the campaigning group, Les Smith, who is also a member of the local RFS said that the RFS had planned an annual, outdoor, COVID-safe party for families at Lions Park before it was pointed out that there were no facilities.

“We just couldn’t have the party there even though Lions Park is the perfect spot. It’s big enough for community events and has everything, except for bathrooms,” he said. The nearest toilets are one kilometre away in a much smaller park called Bluebell. “I’m 70 years old and if I’m at Lions Park, I don’t want to walk there and back. “It doesn’t make sense. Bluebell has an old playground and no parking. Why does that park have facilities, when Lions Park, which is used by everyone – kids, parents, grandparents

with grandchildren – doesn’t have anything?” he said. Smith took to Facebook to find residents who would prefer to spend more time using the park but are put off by lack of amenities. “I’m not good at IT. I googled ‘how to set up a Facebook group’ and I advertised it on all those community pages – Berkley Vale, Bateau Bay, Tumbi and The Entrance. “Lots of people come down from The Entrance to use the park, and then take the track back up,” he said. The group has grown to more

than 250 people. Smith explained that the group has contacted Council, which referred them to a 26page parks document that stipulates that Lions Park doesn’t warrant an amenities block. “Council are so black and white. Common sense tells us that park warrants it. “There’s nobody listening at the Council. They’re just faceless people who will reinforce what the problem is, but won’t give you a solution,” he added. The group has contacted MPs

David Mehan, David Harris, Adam Crouch and Emma McBride. Adam Crouch is thought to be in touch with Council CEO David Farmer over the issue. “In January we will start pushing Council again to look at this from a commonsense point of view, and not just from the rules and regulations of Council,” said Smith. The facebook group is called the Lions Park and Jimmy Jurd Pirate Park at Chittaway Bay. Nicola Riches

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Keep the whole family entertained this summer break

Families have plenty of options to keep the kids entertained over the summer break, with Central Coast Council offering an exciting range of online and face-to-face school holiday activities to keep young minds occupied and imaginations stimulated. Parents, carers and guardians can visit the School Holidays event page on Council’s website to find out everything that’s taking place over the break, and can easily search for activities by date, location and age. There is something for all ages and interests, from art and crafts to wildlife workshops, reading challenges, and much more. Visit centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/schoolholidays for the full list of events, details and bookings.

The Coast to come alive this festive season

The Central Coast will come alive with a series of Christmas offerings, designed to bring cheer to the local community this December. Town Centres across the Coast will be teeming with festive spirit, with the return of favourite Christmas Tree and Wreath installations, accompanied by activations such as Photobooths and Roving Performances. In addition, the new reIMAGINE Festival has now started and is designed to support local businesses and creatives based on the Central Coast. The festival will include two huge months of creative activities and festive events, to help breathe excitement back into Town Centre locations across the Coast this holiday season. You can expect a program filled with a variety of Christmas activations, NYE fireworks, Australia Day pool parties, pop up shops, a range of interactive art exhibitions and more!

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Christmas on the Coast Town Centre activities

Enjoy our free town centre activities and activations bringing cheer to the Coast this Christmas:

Monday 20 Dec at Wyong Town Park 10.00am – 2.00pm Bouncing Stilt Christmas Elves & Christmas Photobooth Tuesday 21 Dec at Toukley Village Green 10.00am – 2.00pm Roving Stilt Duo: Circus Christmas Elves and Christmas Photobooth

Wednesday 22 Dec at Kibble Park Gosford 10.00am – 2.00pm Roving Duo Christmas Candy Canes (until 12.00pm) and Christmas Photobooth (until 2.00pm)

Wednesday 22 Dec at Woy Woy Oval Forecourt 1.00pm – 3.00pm Roving Duo Christmas Candy Canes Thursday 23 Dec at Memorial Park The Entrance 10.00am – 2.00pm Top Shelf Elf and Mrs Claus and Christmas Photobooth Friday 24 Dec at Terrigal Beach Memorial 10.00am – 2.00pm Bouncing Stilt Christmas

Taking place until 30 January 2022, you will find a range of exciting community events, workshops, exhibitions, performances and classes across Gosford, Wyong, Toukley, Terrigal, Woy Woy and The Entrance.

Find out when the next meeting is and watch it online centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/meetings

To find out more about the reIMAGINE Festival and to see the full program search ‘Events’ at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au

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ORRA urges Hart to ‘read before voting’ From page 1 But the Ourimbah Masterplan he praised now appears to have completely ignored the Councillor input. The Councillors, who were suspended in October 2020, unanimously agreed in April 2020 that any plan for Ourimbah would classify Ourimbah as a ‘Village” rather than a town centre. That classification changes

the way development is viewed. The Councillors stipulated that building heights be limited to two storeys except on the Pacific Highway between Station St and Walmsley Rd where it would remain singlestorey to preserve the heritage streetscape. At the time, a CEO response contained in the council papers said the motion was

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unnecessary and included a two-page explanation as to why. Part of that explanation said that a Development Control Plan (as opposed to this masterplan) would provide details of public domain improvements, height, built form, car parking, site setbacks, solar access and landscaping. Nevertheless, the Councillors adopted their motion under the

exception method, meaning it was passed with a number of other items at one time. The masterplan does not address the Councillors’ directions. Its description of the background jumps from July 2019 to October 2021. It does not mention that in October, 2019, residents addressed Council and called out the plan, saying it was a

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travesty and did not address flood and bushfire diagrams which showed there was very little land that could be developed. The Councillors agreed and deferred the masterplan, awaiting further studies. In February of 2020, residents met with Councillors and staff and handed over 20 items they wanted included in the plan. Ourimbah Region Residents’ Association (ORRA) said text references to heights that were in the earlier versions have been removed. Most of the images of four and eight storey buildings have also been removed but ORRA said that without specific references to heights the plan is meaningless and open to legal interpretation. “The image showing three and four storeys implies that these would be permissible and so set the future character of the area as being up to four storeys,” ORRA said.

Davies said the plan wasn’t rewritten to airbrush the Councillor resolution, it just seems to have ignored it and avoids mentioning heights. “On page 61 of the plan going before Mr Hart it states ‘Council will amend its existing planning controls, this will include amendments to Council’s existing planning controls (eg LEP and DCP)’, Davies said. “In addition to the image of 3 and 4 storey buildings, there is a statement on page 60 that makes clear that the plan intends to go beyond the existing planning controls and the motion passed by the Councillors. “It states ‘New buildings are moderately-scaled, with opportunities for landmark buildings in prominent sites to reach greater heights’.’’ The Chronicle will follow up with the Council decision in the next available edition. Merilyn Vale

Courthouse goes solar Solar panels will be installed on Central Coast courthouses next year as part of a new program aimed at making the state’s judicial buildings energy efficient. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said the project will see photovoltaic solar panels installed on the rooftops of Wyong Courthouse along with Gosford and Woy Woy. “Central Coast courthouses are some of the first in NSW to be upgraded as part of this state-wide solar-energy program and we are excited to see this important work get underway,” Crouch said. “The buildings will also be fitted with energy-saving LED lighting, along with motion sensors in non-court areas such as meeting rooms and bathrooms. “Those lights will only switch on when activated, saving electricity.” Attorney General, Mark Speakman, said Stage 1 of the courthouse solar program involves an overall investment of $1.8M to install more than 3000 photovoltaic solar panels

on 23 courthouses in Sydney and regional NSW. “While the judicial process is taking place inside these buildings, solar panels on their rooftops will be hard at work as well, contributing to a cleaner environment and saving taxpayer money,” Speakman said. Treasurer and Minister for Environment and Energy, Matt Kean, said the projects will help propel the NSW Government toward its commitment to double NSW Government solar energy generation from 55,000 to 126,000 megawatt-hours (MWh) a year by 2024. “Courthouses in Stage 1 will generate an estimated 2,311 MWh of electricity per year and reduce carbon emissions by the equivalent of 360 average residential households,” Kean said. The upgrades are taking place in the first half of 2022. Other courthouses will be assessed for inclusion in the solar program next financial year. Source: Media release, Dec 10 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

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Suburb boundaries to be changed

The existing boundaries

Residents of three suburbs are expected to have 28 days from February to comment on changes to their boundaries which might see some addresses change. The Central Coast Council Administrator was asked on December 14 to support the realignment of the suburb boundary between Berkeley Vale, GlenningValley,and Fountaindale, including house renumbering of Torrellia Way. It was expected he would agree to the rationalisation of the suburb boundaries of Berkeley Vale, Glenning Valley and Fountaindale

The proposed boundaries

due to changes to the lot and road networks through recent subdivisions. Central Coast Council said in a report to the Administrator that the re-addressing of Torrellia Way would ensure clear, consistent and compliant street numbering. Re-numbering will also assist with the timely location of these properties for service providers and emergency services, the report said. Multiple property owners and residents have contacted Council to request the boundary review and readdressing of Torrellia Way. The changes would affect

about 150 homes. Each property owner will be provided a letter with their proposed address. The 150 properties are proposed to be incorporated into the suburb of Glenning Valley from the neighbouring suburbs of Berkeley Vale and Fountaindale. They include properties within the Glades Estate currently located in the suburb of Berkeley Vale; properties located south of Blade Close and Enterprise Drive, which will enable the suburb boundary to clearly follow the main road centreline of Enterprise Drive; properties currently within the suburb of Fountaindale (Lot

101 DP 1112621, Lot 501 DP 1134328, Lot 502 DP 1134328, Lot 503 DP 1134328, Lot 4 DP 1200585, Lot 1 DP 1200585, Lot 95 DP 755263 (Crown Land). In 2009 a rezoning proposal known and referenced as The Glenning Valley Planning Proposal was submitted to Council for approval. Although some properties in the new subdivisions are in the suburb of Berkeley Vale, the development known as The Glades Estate, was marketed and sold as being within the suburb of Glenning Valley. Council said it has subsequently received multiple submissions

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from the developer and property owners requesting the realignment of the Glenning Valley suburb boundary to incorporate all properties within the Glades Estate development. In addition to the community sentiment, the existing suburb boundary is based on previous subdivisions and no longer relevant to the current road and lot patterns. The boundary is not compliant with NSW Addressing requirements and is causing confusion for residents as the exact boundary location is not easy to determine. Three streets within The Glades

Estate are contained in both the Glenning Valley and Berkeley Vale suburb boundaries: Sandalwood Close,White Fig Drive and Torrellia Way. The lots surrounding Blade Close have not been included in the redefinition as this land is zoned industrial and contextually relates to other land in Berkeley Vale. Following the consultation period and approval of the Council, the suburb boundary proposal will be submitted to the Geographical Names Board for approval. Merilyn Vale

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Tuggerah transformation one focus of new plan A three-step vision for the north of the Central Coast will see Tuggerah transformed into a regional city; The Entrance, Long Jetty, Bateau Bay and Killarney Vale merged into an area called ‘Karagi’, and Lake Munmorah redefined as ‘Central Lakes’. The implications for Tuggerah, as well as the newly-named Karagi, plus Wyong, Warnervale and the Central Lakes are farreaching, not just in terms of potential housing developments, but also employment opportunities, transport, retail, and industry. It feeds into Premier Dominic Perrottet’s plan to expand the Greater Sydney Commission to include Newcastle, Central

Coast and Wollongong. The proposal is based upon an idea that amenities in what will be the new Sydney ‘megacity’ will be no further than a few kilometres from a person’s home. Once the new plan is formalised, it will be delivered in three stages - 2027, 2036, 2037 and beyond. The new plan will replace the Central Coast Regional Strategy 2006-31; North Wyong Shire Structure Plan 2012 and the Central Coast Regional Plan 2036. A focus is the remodelling of Tuggerah that will step up to become a Regional City, behind Gosford that will be refashioned as a Metropolitan Capital. The report states, “Tuggerah

will emerge as a regionally significant mixed-use centre with the 15-minute neighbourhood at the heart of its transition to a wellconnected town centre.” A redevelopment of Tuggerah has long been on the cards. In early 2019, it was announced that the NSW Government was backing a proposal from shopping centre owners Scentre Group and its partners to invest $2.1B into the area giving the green light to an expansion of Westfield. Scentre Group is yet to reveal the scope of the project and when it is expected to start. The transformation of Tuggerah will give rise to significant changes in Wyong. “The Tuggerah to Wyong

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Economic Corridor shall be the district’s primary focus for future development,” says the report. Increased capacity on the Pacific Highway from Tuggerah is at the core of this proposal, pitched as a way to improve walking, cycling, public transport travel times and safety. While Tuggerah will be given over to greater levels of housing, employment and industrial use, based on boosted transport connections, the focus for Wyong, it says, will expand upon its administrative, residential, commercial and cultural role. A transport study into accessibility between Tuggerah and Wyong is expected to be undertaken soon. The NSW Government is hoping that growth in these two areas will attract investment in health, education, research, knowledge-based industries, sport and leisure, food manufacturing, Aboriginal community and cultural services, high-tech manufacturing and clean technologies. Other areas of focus include

improved treatment of stormwater management into the lakes. “Tuggerah Lakes water quality is declining,” says the report, running contrary to the 2020-21 waterways report just issued by the Council that showed Tuggerah Lakes scored four excellent rankings for the first time ever, in terms of ecological health. The report also suggests that Tuggerah will become a hub for ‘night-time experiences’ and that the government is also investigating the need to create a regional park adjoining the regional sports park. The creation of Central Lakes is an altogether different bag, with government admitting already that it is unlikely to become a 15-minute neighbourhood. The proposals for the area are very much in keeping with the North Wyong Shire Structure Plan 2012. However, with the proposed expansion of Morriset, it calls upon more engagement between Central Coast and the Hunter. Much focus is on the imminent closure of Eraring and Vales

Point power stations and what will happen to the site of the former Lake Munmorah power station. “There is opportunity for more jobs close to home for these growing communities through adaptive reuse of these sites,” says the report, suggesting that they could accommodate light industrial, heavy industrial and possibly renewable energy generating uses. Central Lakes encompasses Warnervale, which will see further pockets of residential and employment development, as well as a Greater Lake Munmorah focus with several blocks of new housing along Pacific Highway, in Chain Valley Bay and Summerland Point. “At the regional scale, these communities will provide connection opportunities via the 30-minute connected community development model,” it says. You have until midnight on Friday March 4, 2022, to have your say on the draft plan. Nicola Riches

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Council buying land to replace timber bridge Central Coast Council is taking action to acquire land to allow it to upgrade a bridge upstream from Wyong. The Council has received grant funding to upgrade Maloneys Bridge, Cedar Brush Creek, from a one-way timber bridge to a two-way concrete bridge. The bridge is programmed for construction in the 2021-2022 financial year. The total budget available in 2021-2022 is $900,000 which includes acquisition and construction costs. The full project is grant funded from the Fixing Country Bridges Program. “To facilitate the road infrastructure requirements for the project, it will be necessary to acquire part of 20 Brush Creek Rd, Cedar Brush Creek and part of 56 Brush Creek Rd, Cedar Brush Creek for the purpose of a road reserve corridor over the existing formed road,” Council said in a report to the December 14 meeting of Council. The first property, 20 Brush Creek Rd, Cedar Brush Creek has an area of 177,900 square metres and is zoned RU1 –

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Primary Production. The area to be acquired is about 5,278 square metres which is over the formed road and part of the property near the Maloneys Bridge. The second property, 56 Brush Creek Rd, Cedar Brush Creek has an area of 75,580 square metres and is zoned RU1 – Primary Production.

The area to be acquired is about 213 square metres near the Maloneys Bridge upgrade and road alignment. Council said it has had conversations with the landowners and they would like to see the actual pegging of the proposed property boundaries on the ground before Council

proceeds further. A registered surveyor has been engaged to prepare a plan of acquisition and undertake the pegging on ground. Council is in the process of engaging a valuer to assess compensation but details are confidential. Following acquisitions when

the land is transferred to Council, the land will be dedicated as a public road. There is an opportunity to exchange part of the closed road reserve to be reclassified as RU1 Primary Production zoning as part compensation. Council staff will endeavour to acquire the land by agreement with

the landowners. If Council is unable to reach agreement within a reasonable time, it will be necessary to apply to the Office of Local Government for compulsory acquisition. Merilyn Vale

North neglected in roads plan funding The Council has drawn down almost half a million dollars this quarter from the Federal Government’s ‘Roads to Recovery’ fund to manage road repair and maintenance in the seat of Dobell. Part of the bipartisan ‘Roads to Recovery program’, the $450,000 payment has been extracted from a $13.8M fiveyear lump sum to support maintenance of the Council’s road infrastructure assets. Council is responsible for determining and nominating priority projects and can draw

down on its allocation on a quarterly basis. Dobell MP Emma McBride said she was pleased to see the Council maximising its quarterly allocation, but noted there remains a severe backlog of road works on the north end of the Coast. “Locals are facing daily bottlenecks, potholes, wear and tear to their cars and long commutes, and we need to fix this. “Unfortunately, the Government still hasn’t funded some of the most critical road projects in our region,”

she said. The quality of the roads across the north of the coast is a source of constant complaint. The widening of the Pacific Highway through Wyong has been an issue for decades, with residents continually demanding an upgrade. The road’s limitation has also been addressed in the Central Coast Draft Regional Plan 2041, published this month, which highlights the need for increased capacity on the Pacific Highway. More than 1,000 locals have signed a petition to speed up

the process to improve it. In the NRMA’s most recent “Rate Your Road” research, the Central Coast voted for an average safety score of 43/100 and average condition score of 47/100. The survey asked respondents for their residential postcode, the road they wanted to rate, the condition, congestion, safety and public transport on the basis of very poor, poor, average, good or excellent. Social media is flooded each day with residents at the northern end of the Coast commenting on the state

of the roads. “There is a sink hole out front of someone’s driveway on Chittaway Rd that they (the Council) have been patching for 12 months,” said Berkley Vale resident Dylan Watson. “Don’t expect them to fix it properly,” he said. “I drove past the crater on Bundilla Parade this morning and saw three Council workers putting another band aid on it. I wonder how long this one will last,” said Berkley Vale’s Paul Davis. Council has specifically earmarked several roads for

upgrades next year. They include Del Monte Place Upgrade, Copacabana; Ridgway Road Upgrade, Avoca Beach; Everglades Catchment, Umina Beach Drainage Upgrade; Springwood Street Upgrade, Blackwall; Rawson Road Upgrade, Woy Woy; Steyne Road Upgrade, Saratoga; Lushington Road Upgrade, East Gosford; Shelly Beach Road Upgrade, Empire Bay. None of these upgrades apply to roads in the north of the coast. Nicola Riches

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Visitor centre to be transformed Central Coast Council will soon commence construction to transform the Visitor Information Centre at The Entrance to an interactive, multipurpose facility. The Visitor Information Centre is an iconic site on the Central Coast, used regularly by locals and visitors alike, according to Council. The local community and visitors can expect a range of exciting and improved facilities including: an Interactive Visitor Information Centre experience with the ability to create tailored Eat, Stay and Play itineraries. According to Council, new and modern amenities will encompass improved facilities, including new public toilets and an Adult Accessible Change Facility (AACF). Improved layout and decking will take advantage of The Entrance Channel and natural environment and improved accessibility. Dedicated spaces for local makers and creators will be made available to showcase and sell a wide range of bespoke local products.

There will be a bookable function area for small-scale events and a purpose-built accessible greenroom and backstage office area to support the existing Memorial Park stage and performers. Council Director Corporate Affairs and Chief Financial Officer Natalia Cowley said the renew and upgrade to a multipurpose facility will help to drive tourism and provide a hub of entertainment and activities for locals to enjoy. “The Coast is a popular tourist

destination and holiday spot for many, with the new interactive visitor centre providing a place to better educate and inform visitors about all there is to do and see throughout the region,” Cowley said. “By creating a vibrant and interactive hub for visitors to access tailored information on where to eat, drink and stay on the Coast, we aim to increase the uptake of day trips, overnight stays and consequent spending, and this is vital for the continued growth of our region’s economy.

“The renewed hub will also allow the local community to access improved facilities and amenities including new toilets and function spaces all-year round. “With an already purposebuilt stage and adjoining grounds in Memorial Park, these upgrades will also further improve our capacity to attract and host large-scale events and festivals with a purposebuilt green room.” Council Administrator Rik Hart said the upgrade to the

visitor information centre will help give the local economy a much-needed boost after a difficult period of closures, lockdowns and restrictions. “Tourism is an important pillar for the Coast’s economy and this new amenity will help us to showcase and remind visitors what this exceptional region has to offer, while improving the lives of locals,” Hart said. Construction of the new Visitor Information Centre is expected to commence in mid-

January 2022 and the facility is expected to be completed by the end of June 2022. Throughout the construction period a temporary Visitor Information Centre has been set up in Memorial Park, The Entrance and is now open to the public. There will also be temporary toilets while the construction is underway for the community. The temporary Centre also includes a Customer Service point for residents to pay their rates, register their dog or cat, or lodge a general enquiry on Thursday and Friday each week from 9:30am-4:30pm. There will be a temporary loss of some parking spaces and increased vehicle traffic noise at stages during the construction, however it is Council’s priority to minimise disruption to residents, businesses and visitors as much as possible during construction. Residents with questions about the project can 1300 463 954. Source: Media release, Dec 14 Central Coast Council

Major manufacturers turn to hydrogen A green energy pilot program between two local science and food businesses is underway in another step towards further growing manufacturing on the Central Coast. Star Scientific, a research company based in Berkeley Vale, that pioneers clean, green hydrogen energy to provide heat to commercial enterprises, and Mars Food Australia, which also operates out of Berkeley Vale, have come together to pilot new sanitation technology. The partnership stems from the creation of the Central Coast Hydrogen Food Cluster; a collection of companies that

has been brought together by local non-profit, Central Coast Industry Connect. Several food companies that have operations on the Central Coast have joined the cluster. They include Mars, Sanitarium (Berkeley Vales); Sara Lee (Lisarow); Tip Top (Charmhaven); Agrana Fruits (Mangrove Mountain) and Inghams Chicken (Lisarow). Star Scientific, which employs more than 20 people and is looking to significantly grow its staff in the next year, has developed a technology called HERO – a non-polluting catalyst that uses hydrogen to produce limitless heat with zero emissions.

It is hoped that this initial pilot, which will focus on heating water for sanitisation – a vital component for the safe production of food – will spark other pilots such as those that would see HERO generate heat for baking. Central Coast Industry Connect, with its industry connections and remit to foster connections and encourage knowledge sharing, facilitated a Star Scientific site visit with some of the food manufacturing company CEOs. This ultimately led to the Star/Mars partnership and the pilot. Mars Food Australia general manager Bill Heague said, “As a global company we are

committed to decarbonising our processes and working towards being ‘Sustainable in a Generation’, which includes investing in renewable energy and process heat. This pilot provides a real and tangible step towards a more sustainable future, and we are thrilled to be involved.” Manufacturing is seen as a key employment growth area for the Central Coast. It already accounts for $3.3bn of sales in the region. Central Coast Industry Connect executive director Frank Sammut says that his organisation is currently working with education providers on a scheme that will

help solve the skills shortage in this sector. “Parents still have this perception that manufacturing is a dirty industry,” he said. “This isn’t the case anymore. The industry is clean and backed by leading-edge scientific research. “It will be a huge source of employment in our region in coming years. “Having a global company like Mars Food Australia taking part in this first pilot project demonstrates the will and the need of industry to move forward with becoming truly ‘clean and green and will showcase the enormous opportunity of this technology

in the local and international marketplace,” said Sammut. Central Coast Industry Connect is also one of the founding members of the Hunter Hydrogen Technology Cluster known as ‘NewH2’. NewH2 is  supporting the emerging hydrogen economy in NSW by  facilitating connections and knowledge sharing throughout the state and beyond. The Cluster forms part of H2TCA: Hydrogen Technology Cluster Australia - a nationwide network to foster a multi-billion dollar, globally competitive hydrogen technology industry for Australia. Nicola Riches

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Colin Paulson asks how the Government will influence overseas coal users to go on buying Australian coal (“Buckley’s chance of protecting coal”, Chronicle Forum, Nov 17), but the answer is obvious. As long as there is a single vote at stake for the National Party (what a misnomer), the Government will throw our hardearned dollars down the drain in subsidies to international mining corporations, to keep digging it out and selling it, at an enormous loss, to whoever will take it off our hands. It won’t even matter if the purchaser even uses it, as long as we get it out of the country and out of sight. We could eventually pay miners to extract it from underground mines and use it as filling in

restoring open-cut mines – a win-win situation for everybody. I can see the PM waving a piece of coal and explaining to the miners, the environmentalists, the climate activists and the economists that he has found a fear-free solution to all our problems. Mr Paulson sadly underestimates the ingenuity of our Government in using our money to bolster up its electoral support. In light of the Sportsrort, the Carpork, the Pooldiddle and other imaginative ways that taxes can be magically converted into winning campaigns, does he really believe that the Government is going to give up on this invaluable seam of voting ore? You can be sure that our PM will

find some way of spinning mining as a contribution to our climatechange efforts, paltry as they are. Of course, given how few jobs are affected, the timeframe involved and the range of options open to us, one would suppose that a rational policy would be to have a phased withdrawal, but then, what would happen to the National Party membership? Their troglodyte views have already alienated the farmers, and Pauline Hanson has cut them off from the know-nothings who could previously be counted on for a donkey vote, so their lifespan looks limited. I think the important thing is to hang in until the current Members can collect their pensions, then Devil take the hindmost. Email, Nov 20 Bruce Hyland, Woy Woy

Wracked with frustration I am extremely frustrated with Central Coast Council.

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I live in Toukley with a lake side property. We have higher assessed property value as a result of our property location. This results in higher rates. We’ve also been paying significantly higher rates than the former Gosford LGA for no apparent reason apart from the state government trying to save Liberal electorates. Until this year, there was a Council program to clear the wrack that took place on frequent intervals. I observed it to be around a sixweekly cycle, but a council employee has told me it was an eight-week cycle - I don’t necessarily agree with this, but I’ll go with it for the maths that follows. After complaints on my part, we got a token amount of action in September.

This was after totally no work throughout the year. I had a Council employee call me to explain how the whole Councilrunning-out-of-money thing was to blame (that’s not my fault! I pay my rates). He explained how they used to have funding for full time work, but now only had funding for three weeks out of four. I don’t like this, but I understand the current situation. (I don’t understand all the capital expenditure in the Liberal areas like Terrigal, when they pay lower rates than us though.) However, the maths doesn’t work. You had funds for full time, and we got (using your figures) a service every eight weeks (6.5 weeks / 52 = 12.5 per cent), now you have funds for 75 per cent, and we get one week out of 52 (that’s 2 per cent) -

please explain? I also note that the contractor (apparently paid $1,000/machine by two machines = $2,000 * 52 * 5 *0.75 = $390k) was incapable of making a difference in the six days worked in the area from Canton Beach to the Bridge. The retrenched Council workers always made a difference because they worked systematically. From observation this was because of the totally random approach - to be effective one would need to work sections. He clearly had been told to do “some stuff” behind our place, but it wasn’t systematic and thus was totally ineffectual. I’m not really interested in speaking at Council again. It’s a token set up. I see no point in reading a pre-prepared speech. I would rather a phone call to discuss this matter and ways to resolve. Email, Dec 1 Bronwyn Evans, Toukley

Looking for honest leadership The ongoing and total mismanagement of the Central Coast and Lake Macquarie regions has seen the possibility of a stealth takeover from both Sydney and the Hunter. The dismissal of Councillors, introduction of politically appointed administrators, local and regional planning panels, and the larger Greater Sydney Commission, all add up to the possibility of an entire state government takeover of the region. It is my guess that the recent Parliamentary Inquiry into the Central Coast Council’s financial situation will not find anyone responsible or accountable, including the state government for forcing the council merger. Yet this along with the everchanging Regional Plans and proposed Mega Trends by faceless bureaucrats of which no community person can keep up, gives even more reason for a state government led plan to merge councils from Wollongong to Newcastle and take over the future planning of all coastal regions. We can have a NSW Premier forced to stand down for a possible indiscretion of inappropriately spending $5.5M of taxpayer’s money. Yet a Council in debt of some $455M up to the forecasted $565M, is somehow acceptable? No wonder the political and development vultures are circling to take their cut and to be simply seen as our saviours. The introduction of the Central Coast Regional Plan 2036 and shortly the 2041 plan and what they propose, set off my alarm bells and after my face-to-face meeting with Lee Shearer the appointed Co-ordinator General for the Plan, ended with her unable or unwilling to

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FORUM See Page 2 for address and contribution conditions. Opinions expressed are those of the writer and not necessarily of the newspaper answer three simple questions and then walking out of our meeting, says it all. The 2036 Regional Plan spruiked of a Co-ordination and Monitoring Committee or a Central Coast Regional Leadership Group via the Department of Premier and Cabinet, yet unless I’ve missed something or they have been appointed as a secret collective, nothing seems to have occurred. Where is Lee now, I ask? Coming from a highly decorated policing career to the quickly disappearing Coordinator General for the Central Coast and now seemingly Chief Executive Officer for the Rookwood General Cemetery and possibly preparing the Central Coast for the same destiny? Yet, her pathway has led to the state government earmarking Wollongong, Central Coast, Lake Macquarie, and Newcastle to be part of a global gateway of a Hunter and Greater Sydney proposal. Many proposals within the original Central Coast Regional Plan are still festering with the commenced construction of some 40,500 new homes being built in the region with very little emphasis on the current third world infrastructure. Community consultation has been withered away and even if you are of the mind to write a

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Raptor arrests Hells Angel in Doyalson North

Weapons found in a Doyalson North home included a mace, a sawn-off shotgun and two rifles

Raptor Squad investigators have charged a Hells Angels outlaw motorcycle gang member after seizing three firearms, a poker machine and prohibited drugs. As part of ongoing targeting and disruption of the illicit activities of criminal networks, officers from the State Crime Command’s Raptor Squad

executed a search warrant and conducted a Firearms Prohibition Order search at a home in Doyalson North from 7:15am on December 8. During the search, officers seized three firearms including a double barrel sawn off shotgun and two rifles as well as a large

amount of ammunition. Police also seized motor cycle gang paraphernalia, a poker machine, a mace, an amount of methylamphetamine, cannabis seeds and an electronic storage device. All items will undergo further forensic examination. A 51-year-old man was arrested and taken to Wyong Police Station, where he was

charged with 14 firearm and drug-related offences. The man, who is a Hells Angels Outlaw Motorcycle Gang member, was refused bail and appeared at Wyong Local Court on December 9. Investigations by Raptor Squad are continuing. Strike Force Raptor was established in 2009, before coming a standalone

squad in 2021. Raptor Squad conducts proactive investigations and intelligence based, high impact policing operations to prevent and disrupt conflicts, and dismantle any key network engaged in serious organised crime activity. Anyone with information, including relevant photos and videos, that may assist Raptor

Squad can report it directly to investigators via their online reporting page, https://www1. police.nsw.gov.au/Default. aspx?id=49 or by calling Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Information provided to investigators will be treated in the strictest of confidence. Source: Media release, Dec 9 NSW Police Force

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Still recovering Wyee Point RFB received $5,000 in the FRRR VESF Program

Berkeley Vale RFS received $5,822 to purchase battery operated rescue tools and associated equipment such as hand-held radios, updated GPS units and a backpack resuscitator that will enhance emergency response activities and community safety. Wyee Point RFB received $5,000 that will be spent on a community awareness notice board and online training television that will boost community emergency messaging and volunteer training capabilities with the provision of a community notice board.

These grants have been funded the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal’s (FRRR) Volunteer Emergency Services Fund (VESF) program, thanks to a generous private donor, grants range from $2,232 to maintain fire-crew hydration through the installation of a car fridge, to $25,000 to increase access to life saving equipment with the purchase. The VEFS supports the ongoing bushfire recovery and preparedness taking place in eligible fire affected communities across NSW. FRRR CEO Natalie Egleton

said “these grants will support rural communities and protected the volunteers who are leading the pathway to recovery. “Programs like this are crucial to the long-term resilience of these communities. “Providing the necessary resources and support for these volunteers will not only bolster the preparedness of these fire-affected areas but will also enable our volunteers to recover, both physically and mentally, as they continue to serve rural Australia in the safest and most effective ways possible.

“In this round, we saw a lot of requests for support in purchasing and upgrading emergency equipment. “Whether it’s additional firefighting trailers, community emergency messaging systems or emergency medical equipment, these organisations will be better equipped to save lives,” Egleton said. More information about the grants can be found on FRRR’s website. The next and last round of the program is expected to open in February 2022. The Foundation for Rural and

Regional Renewal is the only national foundation specifically focused on ensuring the social and economic strength of remote, rural and regional communities. FRRR’s unique model connects common purposes and investments with locally prioritised needs, to create communities that are vital and resilient. Since FRRR’s start in 2000, it has nearly delivered $135M to more than 12,000 projects.

Air Sea crews remembered at lighthouse Federal Member for Dobell Emma McBride presented the dedication at the Air Sea memorial service at Norah Head on December 5. McBride said “this memorial is possibly the only one of its kind in Australia, and it recognises the hard work and

sacrifices that our Air-Sea crews made to protect people off the Coast. “They kept watch over our coastline and protected locals during the Second World War, and for many years after that. “Now, Marine Rescue Norah Head continues their hard work by monitoring the radio wave from morning to night, keeping

us all safe. “I hope future generations of Coasties continue this tradition and honour our Air-Sea Rescue crews for many years to come,” McBride said. Source: Media release, Dec 7 Federal Member for Dobell, Emma McBride

Norah Head Marine Rescue Unit Commander, Bill Hingnett, Federal Member for Dobell, Emma McBride and Member for Wyong, David Harris

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Deck the Groves Each year staff at Hakea Grove compete to have the most festive wing at the centre and this year the competition has been fierce.

Hakea Grove Aged Care is celebrating the festive season with their Christmas Decorating Competition

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an old fan, a cardboard fireplace, a milk bottle igloo and a snowman made out of plastic cups. “Spirits are high as people share the love, happiness and Christmas cheer throughout the halls. “The carols play as the residents and staff sing and dance. “It has been a celebration for all to have. “There are lolly themes, winter themes and a competition to guess the famous faces put on elves. “There has been a hype of activity. “One of our residents has knitted the entire nativity scene. “The winning team have their name added to the Hakea Grove Christmas tree plaque displayed in our foyer and they get a complimentary meal with their

CEO of Hakea Grove Aged Care Jo Heslin said: “It has been a resident’s delight to have such a social hub of festivities happening after such a tumultuous year that COVID has brought to us all. “The Christmas Decorating competition brings so much joy and highlights the wonderful culture at Hakea Grove Aged Care. “The teams get a small budget each with a focus on craft and recycled items. “This year’s decorations have included Christmas trees made out of used cans from the kitchen, a fairy floss machine made out of

team to celebrate. “I’d like to extend my heartfelt gratitude and thanks to all of staff and residents who have gone to so much creative and committed effort to decorate your wings. “It has brought such pleasure to fellow residents, staff, families and visitors. “What I love about viewing these trees and display areas is the uplifting Christmas spirit that it has inspired throughout the home. “Wishing all a Christmas that is merry and bright. “We hope our decorations can inspire an even bigger and better display next year to be shared with all,” Heslin said. Source: Media release, Dec 8 Hakea Grove Aged Care

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MONDAY, DEC 27

Carols on the Coast- Presented A-League Double Header: by the Central Coast Mariners, CCM v Wellington & W-LeagueCentral Coast Stadium, Wellington FC v Newcastle Jets, ticketed, 6pm Central Coast Stadium, ticketed, 3pm

SATURDAY, DEC 18 Central Coast Mariners v WS Wanderers, Central Coast Stadium, ticketed, 5pm

TUESDAY, DEC 21

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CCM v Macarthur FC, Central Coast Stadium, ticketed, 6pm SATURDAY, JAN 8

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FRIDAY, DEC 31

events

Join us in reimagining how we stay and play in our spaces and places and participate in an exciting program of activities for the whole family.

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Western Warriors Indigenous U14s Rugby League Team: Fundraising Concert and Auction, Everglades Country Club, ticketed, 7pm

SATURDAY, JAN 15

Lucky Starr, Club Wyong, Coastal Twist: Bauhaus ticketed, 10:30am Party Futurismo, 4359 7444 Naughty Noodle Fun, 5 clubwyong.com.au coastaltwist.org.au/event/cabaret/ Broken Bay Road, Ettalong Beach, ticketed, 6pm Coastal Twist: Free Free Form Painting 2 Day SATURDAY, JAN 22 coastaltwist.org.au/event/dance/ Outdoor Festival - Coastie Workshop With Peter Griffen, Carnie Fair Day, The Design Gallery, ticketed, 29 - 30/01 Peninsula Recreation Precinct, Umina Beach, register to show off your SUNDAY, JAN 30 fur babies at the infamous Coastal Twist: Coastal Twist: Car Boot Sale Woy Woy Puparazzi Pooch Parade HalloQween - Pink Free Beach Day, Peninsula Lions Club, and win prizes, 10am light dance party, Dunban Road Car Park Umina Beach at the coastaltwist.org.au/event/ PCYC Umina Beach, 101 Sydney Avenue entrance, Cnr. Ocean Beach Road coastie-carnie-fair-day/ Osborne Ave Umina Beach, Register to show off your Woy Woy, 7am - 1pm free - bookings required, long or short board skills SATURDAY, JAN 29 SATURDAY, FEB 5 6pm - 10pm and win prizes, 9am

Naughty Noodle Fun Haus, 5 Broken Bay Rd Ettalong Beach, ticketed, 6:30pm

Terrigal Antique & Vintage Fair, Lions Community Hall 8 Russell Drysdale Street East Gosford, 15/01 - 8am - 4pm, 16/01 - 9am - 3pm, 0414 614 659 terrigalantiquevintagefair@gmail.com

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20 years of snipping success Wadalba Stylist and Just Cuts Lake Haven Owner Oliver Adams is celebrating 20 years of salon success. Beginning his hairdressing career in his uncle’s barbershop Oliver opened his Lake Haven Shopping Centre salon in 2001 when he was 23. In those 20 years his salon has performed over half a million style cuts and counting. Adams said “I remember the first few weeks I was nervous; it took a few weeks to really get going. “I never imagined back then I was starting to build a reputation that’s seen me last two decades. “I credit my incredible team of 10 fully qualified stylists for playing a big part in the success

of our business, especially Megan Ferrucci who has been with me from day one. “I’d also like to thank Michael Cochrane who was a collaborative centre manager for so many years,” Adams said. While his salon has stood the test of time, Adam said embracing change is a key ingredient in longevity. “Hairstyles have changed, mullets and fades are the most popular choices here at the moment; back in 2001 undercuts were the most requested style. “Some classic styles never go out of fashion, and we have local senior clients who have been getting the same style cut for two decades since

Oliver Adams and his team at Lake Haven Just Cuts in 2021

we opened. “Technology has also changed with everything going digital, there’s no more docket books.

“We’ve seen a strong uptake in downloads of our Just Cuts app for contactless check in here at Lake Haven,” Adams said.

Adams’ number one tip for small business success is to get started. “Ultimately small business comes down to consistency in the small things you do every day. “Staying mindful of how you treat your team and customers is critical, day in day out as people notice. “I think some small business owners go all in for the first 12 months and then start to slack off. “You need to be passionate about your business and your people every year, not just your first. “My advice is to just get started and take a calculated risk, don’t procrastinate,” Adams said.

Adams is now focused on the future and is currently training fellow Wadalba resident and 18-year-old Ella Allen in barbering. Allen will be the first apprentice barber in the national Just Cuts Apprenticeship Scheme. “We’re the perfect place for barbering apprentices because we don’t do colour, and demand for barbers is surging nationwide, so she’s learning a lucrative trade before completing her hairdressing qualifications,” Adams said. Source: Media release, Dec 7 Just Cuts

That’s the spirit The Christmas Spirit has arrived in The Entrance, with residents donating food to help those less fortunate this festive season through a Food Drive at Lakeside Shopping Centre. Customers are encouraged to

buy extra cans of food or nonperishable items and place them in the donation cage near Coles. All donations will be distributed locally by the Salvation Army of Long Jetty. Salvation Army of Long Jetty Major Andrew Humphries said:

Happy 70th Birthday to our local Wyong Drama Group

One of the great success stories of our Shire is the huge development of Amateur Theatre and it all started way back in 1907. Through numerous earlier iterations, Wyong Drama Group was established in 1952, performing in the old Youth Hall (now the site of Wyong Court House). When Wyong Memorial Hall was built in 1965, WDG had a permanent home until 2014, when it was demolished to make way for the new Art House. Our progressive band of Thespians have worked hard for years to secure their own new state-of-the-art Theatre on the Tuggerah Straight, which is now used by many amateur groups as an affordable and friendly venue, with the versatility to perform Shakespeare to Slapstick. President of Wyong Drama Group for over 15 years, local doctor Howard Oxley has been entertaining us all in many productions: as Basil Fawlty in “Fawlty Towers”, as René in “Allo Allo”, as award-winning Director at state Theatre Festivals, and much more, with over 50 productions under his belt. Wyong Drama Group has consistently given the gift of theatre to local residents. Through the Classics, British Comedies, Australian plays and works of local playwrights, Wyong Drama Group has prospered and grown. Soon it will be time to celebrate our 70th Birthday, with a great selection lined up for 2022. February - “Birthrights” by David Williamson – a classic Australian play April - “Nunsense II” by Dan Goggin – another musical romp from the Sisters of Hokoben June - Hosts for NSW Theatre Festival of One-Act Plays August - “The Full Monty” from Simon Beaufoy’s film - a night of comedy and striptease! November - “The Sentimental Bloke” a play with music, based on the poem of C.J.Dennis

Visit our website for more information: wyongdramagroup.com.au

“In an average week the Salvation Army helps over 100,000 people across Australia, this figure increases significantly at Christmas time,” Humphries said. Lakeside Shopping Centre Manager Sue Fowler said: “We are pleased to once again support the annual food drive. “Donated food will be vital in assisting families who find themselves in challenging situations, especially since the recent NSW lockdowns have impacted so many families. “We are proud of our local community at The Entrance, they always step up to lend a

helping hand, and Lakeside Shopping Centre is thrilled to be a convenient collection point for donations,” Fowler said. The Salvation Army will be collecting cans of food and non-perishable food until December 20 and place them in the donation cage near Coles. More information can be found at lakesideshoppingcentre.com.au. Source: Media release, Nov 30 Lakeside Shopping Centre David Rumpler from Cellarbrations, donating to the Christmas Food Drive

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Friday 17 December

Thursday 16 December

Wednesday 15 December

ABC (C20/21)

PRIME (C61/60)

6:00 News Breakfast [s] 6:00 9:00 ABC News Mornings [s] 9:00 10:00 The Great Australian Bee 11:30 Challenge [s] 12:00 11:05 The Heights (PG) [s] 12:00 ABC News At Noon [s] 1:00 Nolan (PG) [s] 2:00 2:00 Glitch (M l,v) [s] 3:00 ABC News Afternoons [s] 3:00 4:10 Think Tank (PG) [s] 4:00 5:10 Grand Designs (PG) [s] 5:00 6:00 The Drum [s] 6:00 7:00 ABC News [s] 7:00 7:30 7.30 [s] 8:00 Hard Quiz (PG) [s] 7:30 8:30 Gruen [s] 8:30 9:10 Preppers: Shangri-La 2 (M) [s] 9:40 QI: Potpourri (PG) [s] 10:10 Adam Hills: The Last Leg (M) 11:00 10:55 ABC Late News [s] 11:25 Universe With Brian Cox [s] 12:25 Father Brown (PG) [s] 1:10 Silent Witness(M) [s] 2:10 Adam Hills: The Last Leg (M) 2:50 rage (MA15+) [s] 1:00 4:25 The Drum [s] 6:00 6:00 News Breakfast [s] 9:00 9:00 ABC News Mornings [s] 11:30 10:00 Australia Remastered [s] 12:00 11:05 The Heights (PG) [s] 12:00 ABC News At Noon [s] 1:00 Hard Quiz (PG) [s] 1:30 QI (PG) [s] 2:05 Glitch (M l,s,v) [s] 2:00 3:00 ABC News Afternoons [s] 3:00 4:10 Think Tank (PG) [s] 5:10 Grand Designs Australia (PG) 6:00 The Drum [s] 7:00 ABC News [s] 5:00 7:30 7.30 [s] 6:00 8:00 Barrie Cassidy’s One Plus 7:00 One (M) [s] 8:30 Joanna Lumley’s Unseen 7:40 Adventures (PG) [s] 9:20 Nigella’s Christmas Table [s] 8:00 10:35 ABC Late News [s] 10:30 11:05 Christmas At St Paul’s [s] 12:10 Catching A Predator (M) [s] 1:05 Call The Midwife (M) [s] 2:05 rage (MA15+) [s] 4:25 The Drum [s] 1:00 5:25 7.30 [s] 6:00 6:00 News Breakfast [s] 9:00 9:00 ABC News Mornings [s] 10:00 Searching For Superhuman 11:30 12:00 11:05 The Heights (PG) [s] 12:00 ABC News At Noon [s] 1:00 Barrie Cassidy’s One Plus One (M) [s] 1:30 The Sound [s] 2:00 2:05 Glitch (M l,s,v) [s] 3:00 3:00 ABC News Afternoons [s] 4:15 Think Tank (PG) [s] 5:10 Grand Designs Australia (PG) 6:00 The Drum [s] 5:00 7:00 ABC News [s] 6:00 7:30 Gardening Australia: 7:00 Christmas Special [s] 8:30 Midsomer Murders: The 7:40 Ghost Of Causton Abbey 8:00 (M v) [s] 10:00 Talking Heads: Miss Fozzard 10:30 Finds Her Feet (M) [s] 11:00 10:40 ABC Late News [s] 11:15 Gruen [s] 11:50 Preppers: Shangri-La 2 (M l,s,v) [s] 1:30 12:20 rage (MA15+) [s]

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6:00 Sunrise [s] 9:00 The Morning Show [s] 11:30 Seven Morning News [s] Movie: “Mistletoe & Menorahs” 12:00 (AKA ‘A Merry Holiday’) (PG) (’19) Stars: Kelley Jakle World’s Deadliest Weather: 1:45 Caught On Camera (PG) [s] The Chase UK (PG) [s] Seven News At 4 [s] The Chase Australia (PG) [s] 2:00 3:00 Seven News [s] Border Security - Australia’s 4:00 5:00 Front Line (PG) [s] Ambulance - Code Red (M) [s] 6:00 Movie: “Spider-Man: Far From 7:00 Home” (M v) (’19) Stars: Tom 7:30 Holland, Samuel L. Jackson 8:30 Movie: “Blood Father” (MA15+) 9:30 (’16) – An ex-con reunites with 10:30 11:00 his estranged wayward 17year-old daughter to protect her 11:50 from drug dealers who are trying to kill her. Stars: Mel Gibson, Erin Moriarty 12:40 1:30 Home Shopping 6:00 Sunrise [s] 9:00 The Morning Show [s] 11:30 Seven Morning News [s] 12:00 Movie: “Swept Up By Christmas” (PG) (’20) Stars: Lindy Booth, Justin Bruening, Vlasta Vrana, Susan Bain, Josh 1:45 Cassidy, Jillian Harris 2:00 Cricket: Pre Game [s] Cricket: The Ashes: Australia v 3:00 4:00 England: Test 2: Day 1: Session 1 *Live* From Adelaide 5:00 6:00 Oval [s] 7:00 Cricket: The Lunch Break [s] 7:30 Seven News [s] Cricket: The Ashes: Session 2 8:30 *Live* From Adelaide Oval [s] Cricket: Dinner Break [s] Cricket: The Ashes: Session 3 *Live* From Adelaide Oval [s] Movie: “The Taking Of Pelham 10:45 11:15 123” (MA15+) (’74) Stars: Denzel Washington, John Travolta, Luis Guzmán, Victor 12:05 1:00 Gojcaj, Robert Vataji 1:30 Home Shopping 6:00 Sunrise [s] 9:00 The Morning Show [s] 11:30 Seven Morning News [s] Movie: “The Spruces And The 12:00 Pines” (AKA ‘A Star-Crossed Christmas’) (PG) (’17) Stars: 1:45 Jonna Walsh, Nick Ballard, Tom Kemp, Ken Cheeseman 2:00 Cricket: Pre Game [s] Cricket: The Ashes: Australia v 3:00 England: Test 2: Day 2: 4:00 Session 1 *Live* From Adelaide 5:00 Oval [s] 6:00 Cricket: The Lunch Break [s] 7:00 Seven News [s] 7:30 Cricket: The Ashes: Session 2 *Live* From Adelaide Oval [s] 8:30 Cricket: Dinner Break [s] Cricket: The Ashes: Session 3 *Live* From Adelaide Oval [s] 10:20 Program To Be Advised Movie: “Why Him?” (MA15+) (’16) Stars: Zoey Deutch, 12:10 James Franco, Tangie Ambrose 1:10 Home Shopping 1:30

Today [s] Today Extra Summer (PG) [s] NINE’s Morning News [s] Movie: “A Winter Princess” (G) (’19) Stars: Natalie Hall, Chris McNally, Lara Gilchrist, Casey Manderson, Brendon Zub Talking Honey: Princess Diana: Impact Of Media And Paps (PG) [s] Pointless (PG) [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] NINE’s Afternoon News [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] NINE News [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] Mega Zoo (PG) [s] Emergency (M) [s] A+E After Dark (M l,mp) [s] NINE News Late [s] New Amsterdam: Five Miles West (M) [s] The Fix: Making A Murderer (M) [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] Home Shopping Today [s] Today Extra Summer (PG) [s] NINE’s Morning News [s] Movie: “A Christmas Comeback” (AKA ‘Rock And Roll Christmas’) (PG) (’19) Stars: Beverley Mitchell Garden Gurus Moments [s] Pointless (PG) [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] NINE’s Afternoon News [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] NINE News [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] Great Getaways (PG) [s] Movie: “Miss Congeniality” (PG) (’00) Stars: Sandra Bullock, Michael Caine, Benjamin Bratt, Candice Bergen, William Shatner NINE News Late [s] New Amsterdam: Happy Place (M) [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] Home Shopping Today [s] Today Extra Summer (PG) [s] NINE’s Morning News [s] Movie: “Wish Upon A Christmas” (PG) (’15) Stars: Larisa Oleynik Making Of Ghostbusters Afterlife [s] Pointless (PG) [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] NINE’s Afternoon News [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] NINE News [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo (PG) [s] Movie: “Deck The Halls” (PG) (’06) Stars: Danny DeVito, Matthew Broderick Movie: “Last Christmas” (PG) (’97) Stars: Madison Ingoldsby, Emma Thompson The Weakest Link: Reality Special (M) [s] Destination WA [s] Home Shopping

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

6:00 The Talk [s] 7:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 7:30 The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 8:00 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 12:00 Dr Phil (M) [s] 1:00 The Living Room (PG) [s] 2:00 Entertainment Tonight [s] 2:30 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield [s] 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 3:30 Freshly Picked With Simon Toohey [s] 4:00 Farm To Fork [s] 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 7:30 All Aussie Adventures (PG) 8:30 Bull: Snowed In (M l,s) [s] 9:30 Bull: Bounty (M l,s) [s] 10:30 Bull: The Good One (M l,s) [s] 11:30 The Project (PG) [s] 12:30 The Late Show (PG) [s] 1:30 Home Shopping 4:30 CBS Mornings [s] 6:00 The Talk [s] 7:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 7:30 The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 8:00 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 12:00 Dr Phil (M) [s] 1:00 The Living Room (PG) [s] 2:00 Entertainment Tonight [s] 2:30 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield [s] 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 3:30 Freshly Picked With Simon Toohey [s] 4:00 Farm To Fork [s] 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 7:30 Jamie: Together At Christmas [s] 8:30 Law & Order: SVU (M v) [s] 10:30 Blue Bloods (M v) [s] 11:30 The Project (PG) [s] 12:30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert (PG) [s] 1:30 Home Shopping 6:00 The Talk [s] 7:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 7:30 The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 8:00 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 12:00 Dr Phil (M) [s] 1:00 Christmas With Australian Women’s Weekly (PG) [s] 2:00 Entertainment Tonight [s] 2:30 Everyday Gourmet [s] 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 3:30 Freshly Picked [s] 4:00 Farm To Fork [s] 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 7:30 The Living Room (PG) [s] 8:30 The Graham Norton Show (M) [s] 10:00 Rhys Darby: Big In Japan (MA15+) [s] 10:30 Just For Laughs (MA15+) [s] 11:00 The Project (PG) [s] 12:00 The Late Show (PG) [s] 1:00 Home Shopping

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5:00 5:15 5:30 1:00 2:00 2:15 2:45 3:45 4:15 5:05 5:30 6:00 6:30 7:35 8:30 9:30 10:15 10:50 11:40 1:30 5:00 5:15 5:30 8:00 1:00 2:00 2:15 2:45 3:45 4:15 5:05 5:30 6:00 6:30 7:35 8:30 9:25 10:30 11:05 12:55 5:00 5:15 5:30 1:00 2:00 2:15 2:45 3:45 4:15 5:05 5:30 6:00 6:30 7:30 8:30 9:25 10:20 10:50 12:00

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Tuesday 21 December

12:50 6:00 9:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 1:00 2:00 3:00 4:15 5:10 6:00 6:30 7:00 6:00 7:00 7:30 8:00 8:30 9:30 10:35 11:25

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TEN (C10)

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6:00 Home Shopping 7:00 Weekend Sunrise [s] 10:00 The Morning Show 12:00 Weekend [s] 12:30 Salvation Army Christmas 1:00 Special (PG) [s] 1:30 Jabba’s School Holiday Movie Special (PG) [s] Better Homes And Gardens 2:00 4:30 Cricket: Pre Game [s] Cricket: The Ashes: Australia v 5:00 5:30 England: Test 2: Day 3: Session 1 *Live* From Adelaide 6:00 Oval [s] 7:00 Cricket: The Lunch Break [s] 7:30 Seven News [s] Cricket: The Ashes: Session 2 *Live* From Adelaide Oval [s] 9:30 Cricket: Dinner Break [s] Cricket: The Ashes: Session 3 11:30 *Live* From Adelaide Oval [s] 1:35 Movie: “Speed” (PG) (’94) Stars: Keanu Reeves, Dennis 2:00 Hopper, Sandra Bullock, Joe 5:30 Morton, Jeff Daniels Home Shopping

Animal Tales (PG) [s] Weekend Today [s] Today Extra Summer (PG) [s] Surfing Australia TV (PG) [s] Cybershack (PG) [s] Destination WA [s] Bondi Lifeguard World Adventures (PG) [s] Light Up Xmas Appeal [s] The Garden Gurus [s] NINE News: First At Five [s] Country House Hunters Australia [s] NINE News Saturday [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] Movie: “Daddy’s Home 2” (PG) (’17) Stars: Will Ferrell Movie: “Bad Moms 2” (M d,l) (’17) Stars: Mila Kunis Movie: “The Dilemma” (M l,v) (’11) Stars: Vince Vaughn Bondi Lifeguard World Adventures (PG) [s] Home Shopping Wesley Impact With Stu Cameron (PG) [s]

rage (PG) [s] Weekend Breakfast [s] Compass [s] Songs Of Praise [s] ABC News At Noon [s] Landline Summer [s] Wildflowers Of The Midwest Of WA [s] Gardening Australia [s] Nigella’s Christmas Table [s] Magical Land Of Oz [s] Everyone’s A Critic (PG) [s] Art Works [s] Antiques Roadshow [s] Quentin Blake’s Clown [s] ABC News Sunday [s] Death In Paradise (PG) Anthony (M) [s] Doc Martin (M) [s] Harrow (M v) [s] Talking Heads (M) [s] Silent Witness (M v) [s] rage (MA15+) [s] Hive (M) [s] Death In Paradise(M) [s] Gardening Australia [s]

6:00 6:00 Home Shopping 7:00 7:00 Weekend Sunrise [s] 10:00 10:00 The Morning Show 11:00 Weekend [s] 11:30 11:30 Seven Morning News [s] 12:00 Movie: “Crown For Christmas” 12:00 12:30 (PG) (’15) Stars: Danica McKellar, Rupert Penry-Jones 2:00 2:00 Cricket: Pre Game [s] 3:00 Cricket: The Ashes: Australia v 4:00 England: Test 2: Day 4: Session 1 *Live* From Adelaide 5:00 5:30 Oval [s] 6:00 5:00 Cricket: Tea Break [s] 5:40 Cricket: The Ashes: Session 2 7:00 *Live* From Adelaide Oval [s] 8:00 6:00 Seven News [s] 7:00 Cricket: The Ashes: Session 2 9:10 *Live* From Adelaide Oval [s] 7:40 Cricket: Dinner Break [s] 8:00 Cricket: The Ashes: Session 3 *Live* From Adelaide Oval [s] 11:40 10:30 Movie: “National Lampoon’s European Vacation” (PG) (’85) 12:30 1:00 Stars: Chevy Chase 1:25 1:00 Home Shopping

Easy Eats [s] Weekend Today [s] Cows For Cambodia (PG) [s] With You This Christmas [s] The Xtreme CollXtion (PG) [s] Ultimate Rush (PG) [s] Snackmasters (PG) [s] Movie: “Snowed-Inn Christmas” (PG) (’17) Stars: Bethany Joy Lenz Bondi Vet (PG) [s] NINE News: First At Five [s] RBT: Fountain Of Youth (PG) NINE News Sunday [s] 60 Minutes (PG) [s] David Attenborough’s A Perfect Planet: Weather (PG) Movie: “Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw” (M l,v) (’19) Stars: Dwayne Johnson, Jason Statham Chicago Med: All The Lonely People (M) [s] With You This Christmas [s] The Garden Gurus [s] Talking Honey [s]

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News Breakfast [s] ABC News Mornings [s] The Great Acceleration (PG) The Heights (PG) [s] ABC News At Noon [s] The Larkins (PG) [s] Glitch (M l,v) [s] ABC News Afternoons [s] Think Tank (PG) [s] Grand Designs (PG) [s] Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery Movin’ To The Country [s] ABC News [s] Outback Ringer (PG) [s] Australian Story Summer Series [s] The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo: Celebrating 70 Years Nigella’s Cook, Eat, Repeat Christmas Special [s] Secrets Of Althorp With Charles Spencer (PG) [s] Call The Midwife: Christmas Special (PG) [s] Exposed - The Case Of Keli Lane (M l,v) [s]

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Sunrise [s] 6:00 The Morning Show [s] 9:00 Seven Morning News [s] 11:30 Movie: “A Christmas Switch” 12:00 (PG) (’18) Stars: Jackie Seiden Cricket: Pre Game [s] Cricket: The Ashes: Australia v 1:45 England: Test 2: Day 5: 1:50 Session 1 *Live* From Adelaide Oval [s] 2:00 Cricket: Tea Break [s] 3:00 Cricket: The Ashes: Session 2 4:00 *Live* From Adelaide Oval [s] 5:00 Seven News [s] 6:00 Cricket: The Ashes: Session 2 7:00 *Live* From Adelaide Oval [s] 7:30 Cricket: Dinner Break [s] Cricket: The Ashes: Session 3 8:30 *Live* From Adelaide Oval [s] Fantasy Island (M) [s] 9:40 Motorway Patrol (PG) [s] Movie: “Girl Happy” (G) (’65) 11:00 Stars: Elvis Presley, Shelley Fabares, Mary Ann Mobley, 11:45 Nita Talbot, Harold J Stone 12:35 1:30 Home Shopping

Today [s] Today Extra Summer (PG) [s] NINE’s Morning News [s] Movie: “Four Christmases And A Wedding” (G) (’17) Stars: Arielle Kebbe, Corey Sevier Talking Honey [s] Making Of Ghostbusters Afterlife [s] Pointless (PG) [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] NINE’s Afternoon News [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] NINE News [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] RBT: Date Night/ 650 Carton (PG) [s] Australian Crime Stories: Million Dollar Mystery (M) [s] Reported Missing: Dementia (M) [s] Chicago Med: Who Can You Trust (M mp) [s] The Village: Pilot (M) [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] Home Shopping

6:00 The Talk [s] 7:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 7:30 The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 8:00 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 11:00 My Market Kitchen [s] 11:30 Everyday Gourmet [s] 12:00 Dr Phil (M) [s] 1:00 Jamie: Easy Meals At Christmas [s] 2:00 Entertainment Tonight [s] 2:30 Jamie’s Easy Meals For Every Day [s] 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 3:30 Left Off The Map [s] 4:00 Farm To Fork [s] 4:30 Inside Bold (PG) [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 7:30 Bondi Rescue (PG) [s] 8:00 Territory Cops (PG) [s] 8:30 FBI: Most Wanted (M v) [s] 10:30 The FBI Declassified (M v) [s] 11:30 The Project (PG) [s] 12:30 The Late Show (PG) [s] 1:30 Home Shopping

News Breakfast [s] ABC News Mornings [s] Antiques Roadshow [s] The Heights (PG) [s] ABC News At Noon [s] Us (M l) [s] Glitch (M l,s,v) [s] ABC News Afternoons [s] Think Tank (PG) [s] Grand Designs (PG) [s] Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery (PG) [s] Movin’ To The Country [s] ABC News [s] The Drum [s] ABC News [s] Outback Ringer (PG) [s] Anh’s Brush With Fame (PG) Christmas In Australia With Christine Anu (PG) [s] The Day Will And Kate Got Married (PG) [s] Joanna Lumley’s Unseen Adventures (PG) [s] Christmas Sounds Better This Year [s]

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Sunrise [s] The Morning Show [s] Seven Morning News [s] Movie: “A Godwink Christmas: Meant For Love” (AKA ‘Another Christmas Coincidence’) (PG) (’19) Stars: Cindy Busby World’s Deadliest Weather: Caught On Camera (PG) [s] The Chase UK (PG) [s] Seven News At 4 [s] The Chase Australia (PG) [s] Seven News [s] Cricket: Big Bash League: Sydney Sixers v Adelaide Strikers *Live* From The SCG Born To Kill?: Aileen Wuornos (MA15+) [s] – From 30 November 1989 through 19 November 1990, seven Florida men lie dead when Aileen Wuornos, a hitchhiking prostitute, starts breaking all the rules. The Goldbergs (PG) [s] Home Shopping

Today [s] Today Extra Summer (PG) [s] NINE’s Morning News [s] Movie: “The Santa Con” (PG) (’14) Stars: Barry Watson Garden Gurus Moments [s] Pointless (PG) [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] NINE’s Afternoon News [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] NINE News [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] Travel Guides: Red Centre (PG) [s] The Weakest Link: Best Of WL Punters Christmas Special (M) [s] Kath & Kim: The Mango Espadrille (PG) [s] Kath & Kim: Sitting On A Pile (PG) [s] Kath & Kim: Kicking Up A Stink (PG) [s] Christmas At Warwick Castle Tipping Point (PG) [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s]

6:00 The Talk [s] 5:00 France 24 Feature News 7:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 5:15 NHK World English News 7:30 The Bold And The Beautiful 5:30 Worldwatch – Deutsche Welle (PG) [s] English News 6:00 Worldwatch 8:00 Inside Bold (PG) [s] Continues 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 1:00 PBS Newshour 11:00 Jamie’s Italian Christmas [s] 2:00 The Italians 12:00 Dr Phil (M) [s] 2:15 The Chefs’ Line 1:00 The Dog House Australia 2:45 Child Genius (PG) [s] 3:45 The Cook Up With Adam 2:00 Entertainment Tonight [s] Liaw (PG) 2:30 Jamie’s Easy Meals For 4:15 The Wonderful World Of Every Day [s] Chocolate (PG) 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 5:05 Jeopardy! (PG) 3:30 Left Off The Map [s] 5:30 Letters And Numbers 4:00 Farm To Fork [s] 6:00 Mastermind 6:30 SBS World News 4:30 Inside Bold (PG) [s] 7:35 Inside Aldi At Christmas 5:00 10 News First [s] 8:30 Cher And The Loneliest 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] Elephant (PG) 7:30 The Dog House Australia 9:30 Lucille Ball: We Love Lucy (PG) [s] 11:10 SBS World News 8:30 NCIS (M v) [s] 10:30 NCIS: Los Angeles (M v) [s] 11:40 Man In Room 301 (M l,s) (In Finnish) 11:30 The Project (PG) [s] 12:35 Miss S (M d) (In Mandarin) 12:30 The Late Show (PG) [s] 4:30 Bamay 1:30 Home Shopping

rage (PG) [s] 6:00 Weekend Breakfast [s] 7:00 rage (PG) [s] 10:00 rage Guest Programmer (PG) ABC News At Noon [s] 12:00 Midsomer Murders (PG) [s] Restoration Australia: 12:30 Clydesdale, Victoria (PG) [s] That Christmas (PG) [s] 1:00 Dream Gardens (PG) [s] 2:00 Landline Summer [s] 3:00 Basketball: WNBL: Round 3: Southside Flyers v Melbourne Boomers *Live* From Dandenong Basketball Stadium 5:00 ABC News [s] 6:00 The Larkins (PG) [s] – Pop 7:00 Larkin takes justice into his own hands to try and rescue the 7:40 local railway station. 8:00 Us (M l) [s] 10:30 Total Control (MA15+) [s] Call The Midwife (M) [s] Father Brown (M v) [s] rage Guest Programmer 1:00 (MA15+) [s]

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

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6:00 9:00 11:30 12:00 1:45 2:00 3:00 4:00 5:00 6:00 7:00 7:30 8:30 9:30 10:05 10:40 11:15 12:10 1:05

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Good Chef Bad Chef [s] 5:00 France 24 Feature News Religious Programs [s] 5:15 NHK World English News Healthy Homes Australia [s] 5:30 Worldwatch Escape Fishing With ET [s] 1:00 PBS Newshour All 4 Adventure [s] 2:00 Patrizio Buanne - Celebration Jamie’s Easy Meals For (Part 1) Every Day [s] 4:00 The World’s Best Film Studio 10 Saturday (PG) [s] Premiere Everyday Gourmet [s] 5:40 Nazi Megastructures: Hitler’s Farm To Fork [s] Mediterranean Fortress (PG) Jamie - Easy Meals At 6:30 SBS World News Christmas [s] 7:30 Celebrity Letters And Pat Callinan’s 4x4 Numbers (M) Adventures [s] 8:30 The World’s Greatest Hotels: All 4 Adventure [s] George V, Paris (PG) Waltzing Jimeoin (PG) [s] 9:25 Titanic - Dead Reckoning Roads Less Travelled [s] (PG) 10 News First [s] 10:25 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Bondi Rescue (PG) [s] Countdown (M l,s) Territory Cops (PG) [s] 11:20 Movie: “Bleed For This” Football: Isuzu Ute A-League (M l,n,v) (’16) Stars: Miles Teller, Aaron Eckhart Men: Round 5: Melbourne City 1:30 Football: FIFA Arab Cup: Final v Melbourne Victory *Live* *Live* From Al Bayt Stadium, From AAMI Park [s] Qatar Ambulance UK (M d) [s] 4:30 Vice Guide To Film (MA15+) Home Shopping Religious Programs [s] Good Chef Bad Chef [s] Freshly Picked [s] Australia By Design (PG) [s] Studio 10 Sunday (PG) [s] Luca’s Key Ingredient [s] Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield [s] Farm To Fork [s] Jamie’s Easy Meals For Every Day [s] Christmas With Australian Women’s Weekly (PG) [s] Pat Callinan’s 4x4 Adventures [s] All 4 Adventure [s] 10 News First [s] The Sunday Project (PG) [s] The Graham Norton Show (M) [s] FBI: Fire And Rain (M) [s] FBI: Checks And Balances (M) FBI: Brother’s Keeper (M) [s] The Sunday Project (PG) [s] Home Shopping CBS Mornings [s]

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

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France 24 Feature News NHK World English News Worldwatch Motor Sports: Speedweek Motor Sports: Ausmoto Show FIFA World Cup 2022 Magazine Figure Skating: ISU: Grand Prix Final Italy Going Places With Ernie Dingo (PG) We Bugged Hitler’s Phone (PG) SBS World News Inside Harrods At Christmas (PG) Muhammad Ali (M) Michael Palin: Travels Of A Lifetime (PG) 24 Hours In Emergency: Children Of Men/ The Cards We’re Dealt (M) Chasing The Moon: Magnificent Desolation (PG) Moon Landing (PG) Bamay France 24 Feature News NHK World English News Worldwatch The Italians The Chefs’ Line Child Genius The Cook Up With Adam Liaw (PG) The Wonderful World Of Chocolate (PG) Jeopardy! (PG) Letters And Numbers Mastermind SBS World News Britain’s Most Expensive Houses (PG) The Death Of Bruce Lee (M) 24 Hours In Emergency (M) SBS World News The Crimson Rivers (In French) Tell Me Who I Am (M s,v) (In Spanish/ German) North To South: The Full Journey Bamay

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

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All Welcome! Sundays - 8:30am, Diseases Support Group 4976 1642 10:30am & 5pm, Support for those suffering with Toukley District Art Kids church, youth group, cafe, asbestos diseases and others Society wheelchair friendly, interested in asbestos issues. Lake Munmorah Painting, drawing groups and 6 Pioneer Ave, Tuggerah You are not alone, meet with 50s Plus Leisure and classes, demonstarations and 4353 0977 others who can share their Learning Club workshops. Open 7 days thelakes.net.au experiences. Bring a family Computer classes, dancing, 10am - 4pm, Cafe. or friend. exercise, pilates, yoga, craft, COMMUNITY CENTRES 1pm atmember Tues - drawing 10am - 1pm, Ourimbah RSL on fourth carpet bowls and Tai Chi. Wed-painting 9:30am - 12:30pm Wed of each month. Berkeley Vale 4358 8390 4392 4666 Maree 0419 418 190 Neighbourhood Centre toukleyartgallery@gmail.com www.toukleyartgallery.com.au Information and referral, energy Long Jetty Over Better Hearing Australia account assistance, food 50s Club Wyong Writers Hearing loss management assistance, no interest loans, Indoor Bowls, Table Tennis, Yoga Writers meet monthly to computer, printing and internet Support and educational groups , Computer lessons, exercise encourage and develop their providing practical experience access, kid’s school holiday classes, Tai Chi, Zumba Gold writing skills.We meet on the 4th and confidence. activities, parenting program, and much more. Saturday of each month – arrive 4321 0275 workshops, drop-in centre, Free WI FI - 9am to 3 pm at 1.15pm for a 1.30 start. community garden, walking 4332 5522 Woodbury Community Centre group. Central Coast Prostate 1 Woolmers Cres, Mardi. 4388 5801 or Cancer Support Group RSL Pelican Day

4333 7489

meilingvenning@hotmail.com www.wyongwriters.org

Central Coast Watercolour Society Art society for artists painting in watercolour Workshops, beginners classes and paint outs Details on our website

ccwsinc@gmail.com www.centralcoastwatercolour.com.au

Wyong Drama Group

Meetings first Tuesday of month at Red Tree Theatre 160-162 Pacific Highway Tuggerah at 7.30pm. For productions: www.wyongdramagroup.com.au

General enquiries:

1300665600

COMMUNITY GROUPS Central Coast Caravanners Inc

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

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

4353 4988

contact@centralcoastclc.org.au

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

Mthly Market 2nd Sat 9am-3pm 175 Main Rd Books, bric-a-brac, cakes, Devonshire tea, handicrafts, plants, preserves, sausage sizzle, fun, fellowship, fundraising

0490 538 494

Club Killarney Vale

Friendly social club, various activities, occasional outings, bus pickup Wednesdays 9.30 - 1.30 Phone Betty on

4332 3789

Toukley Presbyterian Church

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

4392 9904

manager@bvnc.org.au https://bvnc.org.au

Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre

The revamped CCMDC is open. Schools and Group bookings welcome by appointment. Building has special needs access and toilets. Open 7 days 9am – 3pm. Terrigal.

4385 5027

ccmdc@bigpond.com www.ccmdc.org.au

Toukley Neighbourhood Centre

toukleypc.org.au

Venue for Hire

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

0408 271 957

pioneerdairy@bigpond.com

Do you have a caring heart and time to visit a resident in an aged care facility? Volunteering is a worthwhile and rewarding opportunity.

4396 1555

Wyong Neighbourhood Centre

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

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

4353 1750

Wyoming Community Centre

recruit@volcc.org.au

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

147 Maidens Brush Rd.Venue Hire (Covid Rules apply) Financial CounsellingCommunity Support and AssistanceNDIS ProviderOut of School Hours CareWork Experience and Student Placements.

43237483

wyongtoastmasters@gmail.com

www.gosfordcommunity.org.au lizzy@gosfordcommunity.org.au

Wyong Uniting Church

HEALTH GROUPS

0421 785 599

Alcoholics Anonymous - Someone cares. Wed-Thurs-Fri - 12.30pm, Progress Hall Henry Parry & Wells Street East Gosford

Weekly Sunday Service 9am All welcome! Wheelchair and Walker accessible Bible Study group 62 Watanobbi Road, Wyong wyonguca@gmail.com www.wyong.uca.org.au

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Last Fri, Terrigal Uniting Church 380 Terrigal Dr, Terrigal 9.30am to 12 noon

4367 9600 www.pcfa.org.au

Grow Mental Health Support

Small friendly groups formed to learn how to overcome anxiety, depression and loneliness and improve mental health and well being. Weekly meetings at Woy Woy and Wyong. Grow is anonymous, free and open to all.

1800 558 268 or www.grow.org.au

S.A

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

newcastlesagroup@gmail.com

HISTORY GROUPS Museum & Historical Society, Wyong District

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

Soundwaves chorus

Male singers wanted No experience required, rehearsals 7pm Mondays at Parkview room Central Coast Leagues Club

0431 225 489

POLITICAL GROUPS Labor Party Ourimbah / Narara Branch

Discussion/action - community Issues - 3 levels of Government, Ourimbah Room Ourimbah RSL, 7.00pm - 1st. Monday

0410 309 494

centralcoast.nsw.greens.org.au centralcoastgreens@gmail.com

Liberal Party Ourimbah Branch How good is this? 2nd Thurs

0468 476 237

PROBUS CLUBS

Biz Plus Networking Association

Grow your business & build worthwhile relationships. Networking breakfasts every Thur 7:15- 9am Erina Leagues Club Geoff Neilson network@bizplus.com.au

Central Coast Budgerigar

Central Coast Budgie Club, meets 2nd Tues of the month at Tuggerah Hall - 7:30pm talking about breeding budgies Contact David 0466 267 573 Wendy 0431 398 778

Tuggerah Lakes U3A The Entrance - cryptic

4390 2451

www.tugglakesu3a.info

SPORT KI-DO Mingara Judo Academy

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

0413 237 010

www.kidomingarajudo.com.au

Wyong Lakes Australian

0478 228 914

play@wyonglakesafc.com.au

Wyong Probus Club

Canton Beach Sports Club Lawn Bowls

Ladies and gentlemen welcome. Rules Football Club Guest speakers, morning tea Play AFL - Teams for Boys, Girls, and many activities. Women & Men. 9.30am 4th Tues No Experience Necessary Bateau Bay Bowling Club 0404 257 702

www.alisonhomestead.com.au

SERVICE GROUPS

Wyong Family History Group Inc.

The Lions Club of The Entrance

4351 2211

SPECIAL INTEREST

The Entrance Probus Club

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

Interested in researching your family history in Australia and overseas? Come along and learn how. Building 9/6 Rankens Court, Wyong. Tues - Thurs at 10am - 3pm. Bookings essential

4972 5562

secgwandalanlions@gmail.com

crosswords, play reading Bateau Bay - Memoirs, Reading Central Coast Greens Group - Killarney Vale - Talks, Local, state wide, national & Mah Jong - Toukley - Creative international issues & campaigns Writing - Berkley Vale - Music Council and parliamentary appreciation - Chittaway Bay representation - 3rd Thur Movies kyle.macgregor@hotmail.com

Groups/schools welcome Morning tea/lunch for group bookings, wheelchair friendly, Alison Homestead 1 Cape Rd, Wyong Sun-Thur 10am-2pm

4352 1886

help your local community Sat Garage Sales and BBQ 7 to 11.30am

4352 3692

probuswyong55090@gmail.com

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

secwfhg2@westnet.com.au

theentrancelions@gmail.com

MUSIC

The Lions Club of Gwandalan

Come and join us at Canton Beach Sports Club, every Tues - 9:30am. Never played before, don’t worry, all levels welcome. Free coaching available. go on, give us a call on 0415 210 536 for Chris, or 0409 292 086 for Lorraine.

VENUE HIRE

Central Coast Wetlands – Pioneer Dairy Central Coast Wetlands is located in Tuggerah. We have several buildings for hire. They would be suitable for weddings, seminars, markets & fund raisers.

0408 271 957

Newspapers Join the Lions, make friends and

pioneerdairy@bigpond.com

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If you would like your Community Organisation listed here call us on 4325 7369 or see www.coastcommunitynews.com.au

Entries in the Not For Profit Community Organisations Directory are free. However, we require each organisation to subscribe to each newspaper to ensure that someone from that organisation keeps their entry up to date. Subscription rates $75 for 25 editions.

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OUT & ABOUT Page 20 DOWN IN THE GARDEN: Merry Christmas Trees, Bushes and Flowers 15 December 2021 COAST COMMUNITY CHRONICLE - WWW.COASTCOMMUNITYNEWS.COM.AU

lasianthos) and South Australian Christmas Bush, also known as Tasmanian Christmas Bush (Bursaria spinosa), both of which will grow in Coast gardens. GARDENING BOOK REVIEW: Everlastings by Bex Partridge Hardy Grant, London, 2020, ISBN: 9781784883393

CHERALYN DARCEY

The ancient tradition of bringing evergreen plants into our living areas in December was a way to celebrate life continuing during the winter months. This carried on throughout different beliefs until it coincided with the Christian Christmas observances. As the world became smaller with the advent of faster communication, shipping and evolving growing methods we have seen a blended version of this tradition across the world with plants that symbolise the time of Christmas. This week we will explore ways you can bring Christmas Cheer into your gardens and homes with plants. Christmas Trees In the 16th Century in Germany people would bring in entire evergreen trees and decorate them to become ‘Paradise Trees’ for Christmas Eve. This was symbolic of the tree from the Garden of Eden in Christianity. Queen Victoria and her German husband, Prince Albert, raised the popularity of the Christmas tree in the UK after a newspaper illustration of them with their children around the palace ‘Christmas Tree’ inspired the people of the time. From there, the modern-day Christmas tree as we know it was born and spread across the world. So, what about growing your own Christmas Tree here on the Coast? Australian native trees that will give you the Christmas look but will be far better suited to the environment here and fit in with the wildlife locals includes the magnificent, and large, Norfolk Pine (Araucaria heterophylla). Woolly Bush (Adenanthos sericeus) is perfect for small gardens growing to about 5m and with bonus vivid orangepink flowers in spring and early summer this will delight both you and your local pollinators. If you have a dinosaur lover or botanical history buff in your family, then try our Wollemi Pine (Wollemia nobilis) as your garden Christmas Tree. One of the rarest and oldest trees on Earth, it will grow comfortably indoors and in sheltered spots in the garden. How to Look after a Cut Tree Firstly, look for a tree with pliable green needles and the least number of brown needles.

Give it a good shake and if a few needles fall off, that’s ok, but lots means it’s on the way to the compost heap too soon! Once home, cut the end of the trunk off to ensure the free uptake of water. Cut off at least a few centimetres to reveal a fresh surface. The best practice is to use a tree stand as this enables the base of the trunk to sit slightly off the bottom and will leave the cut surface free to drink. For every 3cm diameter of trunk you will need at least a litre of water in your stand so for a bigger tree, place your stand in a larger container. Check water level every day and top up as needed. Keep the Christmas tree away from heat sources. Compost your tree either in your own garden, mulch up or take to your local green waste disposal centre. Poinsettias A native of Mexico, the poinsettia is a very interesting plant. Firstly, they are not vivid red flowers that you are observing at all but the red ‘bracts’ of the plant, modified leaves that surround the true flowers. Look closely and you will see that within this ring of festive red, tiny creamcoloured flowers that are the true blooms nestle within. Poinsettia flower and display their colourful bracts, not only in red but pinks, oranges, creams, and whites, in the winter. To supply the market in our Australian Summer Christmas, they are grown in cold rooms where winter is emulated. Light is limited and they are kept cool. After Christmas, you can plant your potted poinsettia out into the garden and while you won’t be enjoying their famous display next Christmas, you will have a ‘Christmas in July’ display. Tip prune in late summer to encourage flowering and be warned they have a poisonous sap so protect yourself when handling and particularly pruning. They also may not be suitable around young children and pets as they are toxic. Australian Christmas Bush Here on the Central Coast and across our state, NSW Christmas Bush (Ceratopetalum gummiferum) is our Aussie festive native. People in colonial times simply looked

to flowers that reminded them of the key symbolism of the European Christmas of their birth places. Christmas bush, with its bright red flowers in tiny bell shapes and its appearance at the ‘right time’ would of more than fit the bill. Similar in ways to the poinsettia, the flowers are not the part of the plant that endear us to it. The flowers are small creamy-coloured blossoms that fall away in spring to leave sepals that turn a gorgeous red by late December. Find a full sun spot to plant your Christmas Bush and feed during spring with a native-specific fertiliser only. This is advised to increase the number of blossoms which will lead to a showier festive display. When harvesting your Christmas bush, never remove more than a third of the plant and cut branches at an angle with sharp secateurs. Remove all foliage that will sit below the waterline in your vase, change water every second day and snip drying bottom of stems as required. Other Christmas Bush varieties include Victorian Christmas Bush (Prostanthera

My copy is sprinkled with crushed leaves and peppered with my own little notes as I adore it. This is one of the best modern titles on the art of drying and using flowers and foliage with extensive harvesting and drying notes along with brilliant inspirations and twenty easy to follow tutorials. There are lists of flowers and foliage with best harvest times along with advice on the best drying methods for each. Within the tutorials, I love the floral crowns, hair clips and dome jar which would make a delightful and unusual gift. The popular floral hoops and botanical chandeliers are included along with lots of hints and tips to ensure longevity of your designs. Everlastings is suitable for absolute beginners through to advanced crafters and floral designers. It would be a great addition in a gardener’s library to inspire additional

ways to use the flowers and foliage they grow. GARDENING GUIDE FOR COAST GARDENERS THIS WEEK The sapsuckers are out and about. Make a note to treat your plants during the nymph stage in winter but now, hit with a strong jet from a hose, pick off by hand and drown in a bucket of soapy water. You can plant the following now: Culinary herbs, beans, beetroot, broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbages, cape gooseberry,capsicum,carrot,cauliflower, celery, chicory, chilli, choko, cress, cucumber, eggplant, endive, kohlrabi, leek, lettuce, marrow, melons, mustard, okra, parsnip, pumpkin, radish, rhubarb, rocket, salsify, silverbeet, spring onion, sweetcorn, squash, tomato, ageratum, alyssum, amaranths, aster, begonia, California poppy, celosia, cockscomb, coleus, cosmos, cyclamen, dahlia (seed), gazania, gerbera, marigold, nasturtium, petunia, phlox, portulaca, rudbeckia, salvia, snapdragon, sunflower, torenia, verbena, vinca, Viscaria, waratah, zinnia Next Week: Gifts from and for the Garden Cheralyn Darcey is a gardening author, community garden coordinator and along with Pete Little, hosts ‘At Home with The Gardening Gang’ 8 - 10am live every Saturday on CoastFM963. She is also co-host of @ MostlyAboutPlants a weekly botanical history & gardening podcast with Vicki White. Send your gardening questions, events, and news to: gardeningcentralcoast@ gmail.com

YOU & YOUR GARDEN: Retirement Village Gardening Club Now settled into Wood Glen Retirement Village, Erina after leaving her native England, Jill found that gardening was something she needed to almost relearn. Although entranced by the way her beloved roses and lavender seemed to flourish here, creating, and maintaining a garden was more than a little different in her Australian garden bordering the Central Coast bushland. To help in her endeavour, Jill has created ‘Green Thumbs’, a gardening social club that meets monthly for the residents of Wood Glen. They swap cuttings, seeds and advice over a cuppa and a few laughs. I was invited to come along to this month’s get together and was greeted by a bunch of plant passionate people of all levels of gardening skills. While answering questions for The Green Thumbs about their gardens, I also heard about their club and exciting future.

“We welcome anyone to Green Thumbs, you don’t have to be an experienced gardener, maybe you just want to care for a few potted plants. It’s just another lovely way to help share the knowledge while getting together.” Jill said. While focusing up to now on their own gardens, The Green Thumbs are now creating a Community Garden for residents with a focus on edible plants. This area will provide another avenue to meet, to share healthy

outdoor activities as well as create an opportunity for those with grander gardening dreams to keep growing. A Retirement Village Gardening Club just takes someone to step up and host. Like the Green Thumbs you could meet in an outdoor shelter or in inclement weather, at a central meeting room. Ask people to bring along cuttings to share and as always, you will find the conversation flows easily when those interested in gardening get together.

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BUSINESS & PROPERTY

Business & Property Four awards to local builders Builders in the north of the Central Coast have taken out several categories at the 2021 HIA-CSR Hunter Housing and Kitchen & Bathroom Awards. Recently presented virtually, the 21st annual awards celebrated the achievements of the housing industry in the Hunter and Central Coast regions. They acknowledged the talent of the builders, contractors, designers, and manufacturers who plan and construct quality new homes, townhouses, renovations, kitchens and bathrooms. Judged by industry professionals, winners were selected in 27 separate categories, with northern Central Coast-based companies taking out four awards. Clarendon Homes of Warnervale took out the Display Home Over $625,000 award, and Hotondo Homes of Hamlyn Terrace was successful in the Project Home Over $400,000 category. Trademark Building of Yattalunga took out the Renovation/addition

The team from Tullipan Homes was successful in the HIA Professional Medium Builder/Renovator category for the fourth year in a row

$500,0001-$750,000 award and Tullipan Homes of Tuggerah was successful in the HIA Professional Medium Builder/ Renovator category for the fourth year in a row. HIA Hunter Executive Director Craig Jennion congratulated all winners.

“HIA members are dedicated to achieving the very best workmanship and standards in every project they undertake,” he said. “HIA’s Awards provide a tremendous opportunity for our members to showcase their projects and highlight building

and design excellence. “HIA is delighted with the exceptional quality of entries and level of competition this year. “In a year that has thrown up many challenges all winners and finalists should be proud to have reached the pinnacle of

excellence as demonstrated in these awards.” The Housing Industry Association (HIA) is Australia’s largest residential building organisation. Members include builders, trade contractors (carpenters and joiners, bricklayers,

plasterers, tilers and electricians to painters and roofing contractors), design professionals, kitchen and bathroom specialists, manufacturers and suppliers. Source: Media release, Dec 7 HIA Hunter

Record residential sales continue Ron Coleman of Coleman Estate Agents is still looking for residential properties to sell in the remaining weeks of 2021 while lengthening their list of record sale prices.

“We saved the best for last, clocking in some of the biggest sales of the year,” Coleman said. A property at 9 Chester Cl, Kanwal sold in just nine days for $1.12M, he said.

A three-bedroom townhouse in Lawson St, Norah Head, achieved a sale price of $900,000. It previously sold in January this year for $761,000.

Another record was set in North Entrance, with a property at the lake end of Many Pde selling for a record $1.98M. The sale of 2 Rico Cl, Lake Munmorah set a Pacific Lakes estate record selling for

$670,000. And a vacant 519 square metre lot of land on Johns Rd Wadalba sold for $523,000. “It’s been a big year but there is still time left to bring property

to market and take advantage of these awesome conditions,” Coleman said. Source: Newsletter, Dec 6 Coleman Estate Agends

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super investment choices. At the time I thought it was a great idea. However, as I got older and my lifestage profile changed - I was less likely to agree with the de-risking timeline strategy. I preferred to keep invested in higher- risk growth investments and I still do. Fast-forward 15 years and super funds are catching up with that thinking. Aware Super recently changed its investment strategy for its MySuper Lifecycle products. “Members up to the age of 55 in our

MySuper Lifecycle option are now defaulted into our top-performing high-growth investment option, because a higher allocation to growth assets means the potential for stronger investment returns over time, while they still have a very long investment horizon and time to recover from short-term volatility,” says Debra Mika, Aware’s acting group executive for member growth. “As our members age, prepare for and enter retirement, we gradually reduce the risk in

available internationally allows astute investors the opportunity to pivot towards whichever market is outperforming. For example, while the US may lead returns over some periods, another country or region will at some point lead at others. “Consider, for instance, that the Future Fund holds just 8% in Australian equities and over 30% in global,” says Meredith. The most common risk associated with international

their portfolio by changing the investment mix. For members aged 55 and under 64, we gradually transition their investments from high growth to growth and then balanced growth options, which have progressively lower allocations to growth assets and increased allocations to defensive assets.” Members over 65 are placed into the balanced growth option unless they choose otherwise. Active Super also recently adjusted its lifecycle products so that members are invested in growth assets for longer. According to chief experience officer Heather

equities is the exchange rate. Changes in international currencies can be a good or bad thing for an investment held overseas. If the Australian dollar goes up, the value of the investment overseas goes down. By the same token, if the Aussie dollar goes down relative to the investment’s currency, you’ll realise a gain. However, this loss or gain is only realised if you sell. ANNABELLE DICKSON

Dawson, around 40% of members are in lifecycle products and it’s only when they turn 49 that their growth allocation starts to be dialled down. Active Super chief investment officer Craig Turnbull says the age at which members transition between investment stages can make a significant difference to their super. “Australians are now living and working longer. By delaying the age that we move members to lower-risk investments, we aim to help maximise their super balance and also make it last longer in retirement.” JULIA NEWBOULD

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Beach and stadium facilities in line for upgrades

Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch with Central Coast Council Administrator, Rik Hart at Niagara Parl Stadium

Three projects across the Central Coast will be delivered under the latest wave of Stronger Country Communities funding provided by the NSW Government. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast Adam Crouch said projects like these build upon the NSW Government’s vision to help make regional NSW the best place to live, work and play. “We’re going to see over $1.5M invested across three projects. “Niagara Park Stadium will receive $850,000 to upgrade

their accessible pathway, driveway and entrance to the stadium. “This will ensure that everyone across the Central Coast including people with a disability or mobility aids and parents or carers with prams will have easy access to the stadium. “This builds on the over $10M this fund has already delivered for projects, stretching from one end of the Central Coast to the other, including an outdoor water park at the Peninsula Leisure Centre, upgrade to the amenities at Adelaide St Oval and a new community playspace at Sun Valley Park.

“This project also includes a new amenities block at Wamberal Beach and an inclusive and accessible play space for children aged zero to six at Kariong Childcare,” Crouch said. Deputy Premier Paul Toole announced on December 7 that 435 projects across every single one of the state’s 93 regional Local Government Areas would receive funding under the Stronger Country Communities Fund Round Four. “About half of this latest $100M round will deliver 189 female sporting projects including the construction or upgrade of female change

rooms, additional amenities blocks and bathrooms, and playing surfaces like netball and tennis courts. “It will also deliver hundreds of projects that make everyday life in the regions easier, for things like new playgrounds, clubhouse, art gallery renovations, streetscape, accessibility, lighting upgrades and community programs,” Toole said. Central Coast Council Administrator Rik Hart said funding through this grant from the NSW Government will help in continuing to deliver facilities for our community. “Support from the Stronger

Country Communities Fund will help Central Coast Council continue to enhance the facilities which provide opportunities for connection between the Central Coast community members of all abilities, ages and stages. “Ensuring our community has access to functional, accessible facilities which help to enhance quality of life, encourage active lifestyles and foster a sense of wellbeing among community members is of great importance to Central Coast Council. “The Niagara Park Stadium, Wamberal Beach amenities block and Kariong Child Care Centre Playground upgrades

demonstrates Council’s unwavering commitment to creating an accessible inclusive and liveable region,” Hart said. The Stronger Country Communities Fund is part of the $2B Regional Growth Fund, which alongside the $4.2B Snowy Hydro Legacy Fund is delivering infrastructure and programs that generate opportunities, investing and jobs. More information can be found at www.nsw.gov.au/ SCCF. Source: Media release, Dec 7 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

Record price for lakefront land A property in Gwandalan has sold for what is believed to be the highestever disclosed price for waterfront acreage on the Coast. Coming in at a cool $10.6M, the 30-acre property, which

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Opposite the property is Fairwater Dv – a relatively new estate in Gwandalan with more than 120 lots. Homes on that parcel are almost completed. One kilometre from the $10.6m property on Kanangra

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Wyong manufacturer one of 27 to receive supply chain boost A Wyong manufacturing facility will use a $2M Federal Government grant to help secure supply chain resilience in times of crisis. Duty Senator for the Federal Seat of Dobell, Jim Molan, said FCM Australasia Pty Ltd was one of 27 projects to share in more than $33 million under Round one of the Supply Chain Resilience Initiative, a key part of the Government’s $1.5 billion Modern Manufacturing Strategy. FCM Australasia Pty Ltd will use its $2M in funding to

expand its Wyong manufacturing facility’s intake, storage, dispatch and logistics infrastructure, as well as automation and digitisation technology. Senator Molan welcomed the matched funding for FCM Australasia Pty Ltd and congratulated them on their exciting project. “This project is incredibly important in our mission to secure Australia’s supply chain resilience and I’m proud FCM Australasia Pty Ltd is doing this work in our community,”

Molan said. “Not only will this project help the whole country in times of a crisis – it also shows manufacturing is alive and well in Dobell.” Minister for Industry, Energy and Emissions Reduction Angus Taylor said the grants would back innovative companies to improve Australia’s access to critical products – medicines and agricultural production chemicals – including in times of crisis. “The COVID-19 pandemic

has showed us the importance of resilient supply chains, and manufacturing capability, within Australia – especially for critical products,” Taylor said. “Whether it be to ensure we have life-saving medicines, or that our farmers have the agricultural production chemicals they need to keep producing food for Australians – we want to secure our capabilities to make what we need. “That is why the Government is investing in projects to support manufacturing of

these critical products – as well as in the areas of semiconductors and water treatment chemicals under Round two. “These projects, with the Government’s support, will grow Australian manufacturing, build capability and support and create crucial jobs in Australia.” Successful companies under Round one will receive matched grants of between $50,000 and $2M across medicines and agricultural production chemicals – which were

identified as sectors of focus in the Sovereign Manufacturing Capability Plan. Round two grants will cover eligible projects in the areas of semi-conductors and water treatment chemicals, identified during a second tranche of analysis. This support builds on existing strong collaboration with the telecommunications sector to ensure resilience to sustain critical operations in that area. Source: Media release, Dec 7 Senator Jim Molan

Expressions of interest called for renewable energy zone Expressions of interest have been called for a Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) expected to benefit local workers according to the NSW Government. Treasurer and Minister for Energy and Environment Matt Kean said the REZ will connect multiple energy generators and storage projects across the regions, which will help industry thrive and create the low carbon jobs of the future. “This new REZ will ensure the Hunter and Central Coast remain the powerhouse of NSW, with 60 per cent of the state’s homes, businesses and industry already powered out of these regions,” Kean said.

“The Hunter-Central Coast REZ will provide cheap, reliable and clean electricity for the homes and businesses of NSW, while supporting new job creation as we shift to a low carbon future. “The NSW Government has the nation-leading policies and plans in place to deliver on our commitment to halve our State’s emissions by 2030 and achieve net-zero by 2050.” Parliamentary Secretary for the Hunter Taylor Martin said there are already 13 renewable energy and battery storage projects in the Hunter and Central Coast, which are approved or progressing through the planning system. “The Hunter-Central Coast REZ is a key part of our State’s

Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap, which is expected to deliver $32B in private investment, and create 6,300 construction and 2,800 ongoing jobs by 2030,” Martin said. “The NSW Government is committed to supporting job creation in the regions, and is inviting renewable energy operators and large energy users to register their interest in being part of the HunterCentral Coast REZ.” Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast Adam Crouch said the ROI is asking renewable energy projects and businesses with large electrical loads to register their interest in being part of the REZ. “The NSW Government is

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focused on making sure new energy infrastructure is built in places where the community wants it, and the Central Coast is ready to welcome the renewable technology of the future,” Crouch said. “Extensive and meaningful community engagement is at the core of the NSW Government’s REZ program, with the Hunter-Central Coast REZ expected to take several years to design and develop.” Member for Upper Hunter Dave Layzell said the REZ will support the development of the Hunter Hydrogen Hub, which will result in some of the cheapest green hydrogen in the world. “The Hunter-Central Coast REZ is a fundamental part of

our Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap, to build NSW into an energy superpower, and will provide a huge boost to the State’s clean, affordable and reliable electricity supply,” Layzell said. “Planning, designing and building new electricity infrastructure is complex and requires a detailed understanding of the Hunter region. “The NSW Government is committed to engaging closely with the local community and stakeholders every step of the way.” The Energy Corporation of NSW (EnergyCo NSW) is in the early stages of planning the Hunter-Central Coast REZ and the registration of interest (ROI)

will help to inform the timing, capacity, design and location of the Hunter-Central Coast REZ. REZs are modern day power stations bringing together lowcost solar and wind generation with transmission and storage to produce cheap, clean and reliable electricity. The call for registrations of interest in the Hunter-Central Coast REZ will close on February 4, 2022. For more information on the Hunter-Central Coast REZ and the ROI process, visit https:// energy.nsw.gov.au/ renewable-energy-zones Source: Media release, Dec 3 Minister for Energy and the Environment, Matt Kean

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Bookings available for children’s vaccines from December 15 The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) welcomes the provisional approval of the Pfizer vaccine for Australian children. The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has provisionally approved Pfizer’s COMIRNATY vaccine for children above the age of five years, with the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) soon to consider the advice. PSA National Presiden, Chris Freeman said immunity in the nation’s youth is the missing link in the vaccination strategy

and pharmacists are ready to protect this important group. “This is welcomed news for Australian parents, whose children will soon be able to book in for their COVID-19 vaccinations, I know many would like their children vaccinated before the start of the 2022 school year. “In recent months we’ve seen unvaccinated children return to high-risk settings such as classrooms, and as expected, many schools have subsequently become exposure sites. “PSA believes that it is imperative that all Australian children can access COVID-19

vaccinations in order to keep themselves, their families and their communities safe.

“Opening up to this age bracket now means that there are 2.3M children who will be

in need of vaccination, and as the majority of Australians become eligible to receive their booster dose over the coming months, pharmacist immunisers will have their hands full. “Given the expedient uptake from the 12-15 age bracket, now at 76.6 per cent first dose and 67.5 per cent double dose, we are confident that public demand will be high for 5-11s,” Freeman said. PSA will continue to work closely with the TGA and ATAGI over the coming months to ensure pharmacists are equipped with the most up-todate advice regarding the

vaccine’s safety and effectiveness. Parents, carers, and guardians can book appointments for their children through the Vaccine Clinic Finder from December 15, 2021, with appointments starting on January 10. The paediatric vaccine dose of Pfizer for children is one third of the dose for people aged 12 and over. Children aged 5 to 11 years old will receive a two-dose primary course of vaccination, given between eight weeks apart. Harry Mulholland

New headspace finally opens The Federal Coalition’s Duty senator for Dobell, Jim Molan, has announced the opening of a new headspace satellite service in Wyong and Member for Dobell, Emma McBride, said she was relieved the two-year wait for the service was over. “Young people in Wyong and surrounds will now have easier access to mental health services with the opening,” Senator Molan said. “The new service was announced as a satellite service as part of the Australian Government’s $30M funding commitment to establish 10 new or expanded headspace services,” he said. “The new service is located at 28 Hely Street, Wyong, and has been commissioned by the

Hunter New England and Central Coast Primary Health Network (PHN) to meet the needs of young people in the community. “The headspace network is at the heart of the Government’s vision for youth primary mental health services. “This service will allow young people in the Wyong region to access vital mental health services.” Minister for Health and Aged Care, Greg Hunt, said young people have been affected significantly by the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, and access to mental health services and support was more important than ever. “We know that the pandemic and the measures taken to contain it have been incredibly difficult and stressful for many Australians, and particularly

younger Australians. “That is why we are prioritising mental health support, ensuring that young people have access to care to help them recover and reach their full potential as we reopen the country,” Hunt said. Molan added: “I want our young people in Wyong to know they are not alone on their journey to good mental health…headspace is here to deliver quality frontline support and ensure the best possible care for people who are at risk.” Member for Dobell, Emma McBride said after two long years of waiting, young Coasties would now be able to visit headspace Wyong. She said headspace Wyong was a commitment made by the Federal Government on the eve of the 2019 election.

“This has been a long time coming, and I’m relieved to see headspace Wyong is now open,” she said. “Young people on the north end of the Coast have been waiting for this Government to deliver on their promise for over two years. “It’s good to see they now have access to more mental health support services.” McBride ramped up calls for an update on headspace Wyong earlier this year during the state-wide lockdown, when demand for mental health support was at an all-time high. “Earlier this year, Lifeline experienced its busiest day on record with over 3,500 calls coming in on one day,” Ms. McBride said. “headspace has experienced a similar surge in demand,

especially with so many students on the Coast struggling with online learning and changes to their HSC exams. “I’m relieved to know these students can now visit headspace Wyong if they need more support.” headspace Wyong will be open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 8:30am5pm to provide Mental Health, Alcohol and other drug services and vocational support. To make an appointment or to find further information, call (02) 4394 9180 or visit https:// headspace.org.au/headspacecentres/wyong/ Young Australians needing support can access free services through their local headspace or online through eheadspace (https:// headspace.org.au/ eheadspace/). Australians

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New school nears completion Warnervale students will look forward to returning to school next year with the finishing touches now being put on the new $38M Porters Creek Public School. The new school is located on Warnervale Rd and will provide 20 air-conditioned learning spaces, an administration and staff building, a hall, before and after school care facilities, a library, two special program rooms, landscaped external play spaces and a mini sports field. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said the project is almost complete. “Internal and external works are progressing well. “Flooring, ceiling works, and painting is underway, and the

facilities are being fitted with furniture, fixtures and equipment. “The Warnervale Rd improvement works around the school are also well progressed, including a new roundabout, school car park, kiss and drop zone and kerb and gutter works. “We had to make some difficult decisions this year to keep our communities COVID Safe which delayed some construction work during the recent lockdown. “I am very pleased to see that construction workers are working hard to ensure the new school is ready before the start of the 2022 school year,” Crouch said. The new school will accommodate over 450 students and has been masterplanned to accommodate

future growth. “More and more families are choosing to call the Central Coast home and we are futureproofing this school to allow for future expansion. “We want to ensure that we keep up with this growth and can provide the very best education possible for current as well as future students,” Crouch said. The NSW Government is investing $7.9B over the next four years, continuing its program to deliver 215 new and upgraded schools to support communities across NSW. This is the largest investment in public education infrastructure in the history of NSW. Harry Mulholland

Construction on the new Porters Creek Public School is nearing completion, with the school set to open in the new year

Teachers strike over pay and conditions Teachers and principals walked out of work for 24 hours on Tuesday, December 7, as new figures showed the number of vacant permanent teaching positions in NSW has increased to more than 3,000. Local teachers joined the major rally in Sydney’s

Hyde Park. NSW Teachers Federation president Angelo Gavrielatos said the government had made no effort to address the unsustainable workloads and uncompetitive salaries that were leading to growing teacher shortages across NSW. New Department of Education figures showed that of the

44,500 permanent teaching positions in NSW public schools, 3,038 were vacant in mid-November. Excluding 1,037 new positions there were 2,001 vacant positions – more than double the 995 recorded in June. School by school figures for October showed more than 70

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are concerned about children missing out every day because there simply aren’t enough teachers. “If we don’t pay teachers what they are worth, we won’t get the teachers we need. “The workloads of teachers are unmanageable and the government’s 10-year wages cap means the salary they earn

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Mouth-watering chicken adobo with Jimalie

GEORGIA LIENEMANN Given the widespread impact on small businesses during the ongoing lockdowns, we’re spending the lead-up to the festive season sharing inspiration for locally inspired gift and recipe ideas. This week, we’re chatting to Jaypee Abraham from Jimalie Coconut Products about how to take traditional Filipino dish Chicken Adobo to the next level.

The story of Jimalie is one of humility, hard work, pure love and family. My grandparents planted the seeds for Jimalie over 65 years ago, in the rich volcanic soils of the Davao gulf – the ‘fruit basket of the Philippines’. Our business is a lasting legacy to them and our family coconut plantation, and to my father Jim, whose tireless work as a coconut farmer and philanthropist made this all possible. With the help of my wife Victoria, Jimalie has become a trusted supplier of premium organic coconut products throughout Australia. It’s also a family business in every sense of the word, spanning four generations. My first-born son, who was diagnosed with autism at a young age, was the inspiration for making Jimalie into the business it is today. To assist in managing his condition, we

eliminated all chemicals, preservatives and additives from our family’s diet, and soon realised the health benefits of embracing nutrient-dense whole foods, including coconut oil.

nature. The signature clarity, colour, and delicate flavour of our oil is characteristic of our gentle fine-spun centrifuge extraction method. This is a chemical-free and lowtemperature process, which allows the oil to be bottled at its freshest, within only 2 hours of husking the coconut.

Our twist on chicken adobo As the festive season fast approaches, we thought we’d share a traditional Filipino recipe known the world over – with a slight Jimalie twist. When the Spanish arrived in the Philippines in the 16th century, they noticed the native Filipinos used vinegar to marinate their pork and chicken. The name adobo chicken stems from the Spanish word ‘adobar’ in Spanish, which refers to marinade or pickling sauce. There are many versions of adobo - with over 7000 islands that make up the archipelago of the Philippines, each region has its own produce and preferred flavour profile. Visit any Filipino home in the Philippines and abroad and you’ll get their unique rendition of this favourite, but the fundamentals of this dish lie in the vinegar, soy sauce and garlic.

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The Jimalie twist that makes the chicken adobo:

Ingredients 1kg chicken wings 140ml coconut cider vinegar 100ml organic tamari sauce 6 garlic cloves, finely chopped 4cm piece ginger, finely grated 1 tsp ground black pepper 1 tbsp virgin coconut oil 1.5 tbsp coconut nectar

The vinegar

Method Add all ingredients into a bowl and let it marinate for at least an hour. (For best results, leave it to marinate overnight). Place the chicken in a lined roasting tray and cook in the oven at 180 degrees (fan forced) for 45-50 mins. Turn the wings occasionally. Garnish with finely chopped chilli or spring onion and serve with rice and steamed greens.

Jimalie Organic Coconut Cider Vinegar is an alternative to apple cider vinegar which is raw, unfiltered and contains ‘the mother’. Signature quality vinegar contains ‘the mother’ a source of beneficial bacteria, natural probiotics and enzymes. Our coconut cider vinegar is made by naturally fermenting organic coconut water from fresh coconuts. Fermented foods like coconut vinegar have traditionally been used for their alkalizing effects and restoring pH balance in the body. The oil Jimalie virgin coconut oil has a notably thinner consistency and lighter taste, closest to the raw coconut oil as it appears in

The medium chain fatty acids in virgin coconut oil help with weight management, reducing hunger and improving both oral and skin health. The nectar Jimalie coconut nectar offers a unique alternative to refined sweeteners, with all its nutrients and minerals in-tact. It is made from the sweet sap from the stems of coconut blossoms. The sap is then processed at low temperatures to produce a low GI, low fructose syrup that tastes similar to maple syrup. Where to find Jimalie You can find Jimalie Coconut products locally at Nurtured Earth Organics and at most health stores around Australia. Visit their stockist locator on their website at www.jimalie. com.au

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Molly misses championship tour by one spot

SURFING The 2021 Challenger Series has reached a conclusion in Hawaii without Championship Tour (CT) qualification for Avoca Beach’s Macy Callaghan and Wade Carmichael, nor for Shelly Beach’s Molly Picklum. The Haleiwa Challenger occurred on Oahu’s notoriously strong North Shore reef break from November 26 to December 6, taking multiple lay days throughout before ending with victory for local surfers, John John Florence and Bettylou Sakura Johnson. With Carmichael eliminated in his opening men’s Round of 64 heat on Day One, it wasn’t until December 5 that Callaghan and Picklum first entered the waves for the women’s Round of 32. At the back end of fierce and unpredictable swell that challenged the male finalists earlier in the day, reaching up to 10 feet in size, both these surfers impressed by winning their respective heats. In Heat Five, Picklum gave a

Molly Picklum (blue) shaking hands with Portuguese surfer, Teresa Bonvalot (green),

showing of her great potential on her very first wave only three minutes in, securing a Round of 32 second highest score of 8.33. Beginning with a graceful frontside snap, her second turn traced the waves lip with control as it crashed down white water all around her, and a first pump to the cheering crowd revealed her exuberance in landing as neatly as she did.

Macy Callaghan surfing in her Round of 32 heat, Sunday November 5

For Callaghan, a calm start spent searching for the right wave ended with three sevenpoint range scores secured on the forehand to first find the lead and then extend it for a two wave score of 14.50. However, this was as far as Macy would advance at both Haleiwa and in the Series due to her elimination in the following day’s Quarter Final, with Sakura Johnson and

American, Lakey Peterson, advancing ahead. In the previous Quarter Final, Picklum managed to find two late five points plus scores in a row to finish first and advance into a hotly contested Semi against Sakura Johnson and Peterson, as well as Victorian surfer, India Robinson. Here, a third-place finish would have earned Picklum enough points in the overall

Series tally to qualify for the CT, but a stagger at the final line brought her season to a close. Although holding the lead into final 10 minutes, she was then pushed down to the bottom by the impressive performances of her fellows. With the wave priority in the final minute, Picklum required a 5.87 to push back up into second place and qualify for the Grand Final, yet only 4.90

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to finish in third. Her final attempt began with 30 seconds on the clock but was foiled by her overpowered first snap that saw her fall off her board. As a result, Molly finished eighth overall in the Series with only the top seven advancing through to the CT, missing out behind Hawaiian, Luana Silva on a tie-breaker decided by the best two out of four event results. Not far behind in 15th place finished Callaghan, with Carmichael placing 80th in the men’s division. This has made for a disappointing end to the Series for the three Central Coast surfers, felt most poignantly by Picklum at the very edge of CT qualification. With the level of international competition in the World Surf League at its all-time highest, these three have nothing to be ashamed of and they will surely seek more chances in future seasons at reaching the uppermost echelon in professional surfing. CCN

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Author: Louise Erdrich Publisher: Corsair

Tookie is an Ojibwe woman, living in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She is a self-described “ugly woman”, inside and out who enjoyed lying. She has also just gotten herself into a heap of trouble. She thought she was helping a grief-stricken friend (and making a quick buck), but in fact she was committing a federal offence. She was arrested by Pollux, a tribal officer, who seems gutted by the fact he has to arrest her. She is given a severe sentence, sixty years in prison.

She was in her thirties when this happened but hadn’t matured yet, “It was 2005, but 1999 was how I partied, drinking and drugging like I was seventeen, although my liver kept trying to tell me it was over an outraged decade older.” But that was before. Prison can change a woman. Thank goodness for books. Once in prison, her seventh grade teacher reached out and sent her a dictionary, the first word she looked up was ‘sentence’. The example given, “The door is open and Go!”. “They were two of the most beautiful sentences ever written.” There were some road bumps while she was in prison – for instance, segregation with no books was the punishment for trying to kill herself with paper.

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But now she has become a model prisoner and after ten years her sentence was “commuted to time served.” Tookie gets released and tries to join the world. She gets a job at an Indigenous bookstore, owned by Louise (as an aside the author owns an independent bookstore in Minneapolis which focuses on

native American literature, wink wink). Pollux asks her to marry him, yes the same Pollux that arrested her. Life seems to be going pretty well for Tookie, until the death of Flora, “a stalker-of all things Indigenous.” She was a wannabe, “I used

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to wannabe an Indian.” She was persistent in proving she was of Native American descent. She even showed Tookie a photo of her great-grandmother, “The woman in the picture looked Indianesque, or she might have just been in a bad mood”. Flora was a woman of good intentions but was quite annoying. And now she has taken to haunting the store and freaking Tookie out. But soon the ghost of Flora takes second seat to the riots and looting that takes place in the aftermath of George Floyd’s murder. And then there is a pandemic. No matter how much hand sanitizer and masking the disease will affect someone close to Tookie.

Kim Reardon The Reluctant Book Critic

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While reading I kept thinking I must have missed out on an earlier book that explained Tookie more, explained Pollux more, explained their relationship more. It was a big leap from the tribal officer that arrested Tookie to the ex-tribal officer becoming her husband. I also didn’t really get the ghost story of Flora. After a while I could see why she was such an annoying customer because she was a very annoying ghost. But, despite all of that … Tookie was great, the references to books were great, the writing was great, the characters were great, the story itself was great in the beginning and end (albeit only just OK in the middle).

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Fourth for Formston at Pismo PARA SURFING The 2021 ISA World Para Surfing Championship went ahead at Pismo Beach, California from December 6 to 11, with Wamberal’s Matt Formston and Umina’s Jack Jackson both competing with the Australian ‘Irukandjis’ team. Despite scoring the two best waves all competition in the Men Vision Impaired 2 (VI 2) category, a fourth-place finish was rewarded to Formston after an underwhelming final, with Jackson finishing behind him in fifth. Overall, the Irukandjis placed sixth out of 24 countries, with victory going the way of the hosting American team, Spain in second, and then Brazil, Costa Rica and Hawaii, then England in seventh. With the competition centred beneath the long pier of Pismo Beach, the surf remained relatively consistent throughout the week, breaking lightly both ways and beneath four feet for non-challenging conditions. Two rounds of three-person heats in the VI 2 category took place on Wednesday and Friday last week, with four placements in the Saturday final determined by each competitor’s two best single wave scores across the two heats. In Round One, Jackson put together his best performance to score his highest two waves for a combined score of 12.94, finishing second behind eventual silver medallist, Miguel Flavio from Brazil. The goofy footer showed

Wamberal’s Matt Formston earning an almost perfect single wave score of 9.00

favour for his forehand side, combining manoeuvres with growing confidence, on more than one occasion steering himself delicately beneath the pier. “I was just getting the left right in there, you know, milking it all the way in until I couldn’t anymore, threading the needle through the pier,” explained Jackson to commentator, Ben Wei, filling the Californian up with a healthy portion of Aussie lingo. “Then that rip between the pier helps a lot getting out, makes the paddle quick with no duck diving, it’s pretty good aye?” Formston competed in the following heat, scoring his second-best wave of the competition on his forehand, finding smooth curving lines

along two turns for a score of 8.83. At the end of the day, both Aussies were in the top four out of nine, hoping to maintain their positioning with another strong performance in Round Two. On Friday, Formston and Jackson competed against each other, wherein the former prevailed with a new high score and the latter underperformed to fall out of the top four. Although awarded a score of 9.00, Formston’s second wave of the heat could have been a perfect 10.00 if it has not been for a final slip atop the wave’s crest. Again on his forehand, Formston rode the wave from trough to lip for three turns, ending with an unbalancing floater manoeuvre that tipped him off into the white water –

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Wamberal’s Matt Formston (centre), with Coach Crispy (left) and Ben Wei (right)

nonetheless securing him the topmost two wave score of 17.83 across the two rounds. In the following day’s final, this great form seemed to be lacking in Formston’s performance, where upon falling behind in the score early caused him to stay behind in fourth place. Costa Rican, Roy Calderon

came away with the win, with Flavio in second and Hawaiian, Aaron Paulk in third. Throughout the finals day, five other Australians competed for a shot at gold, each of which ended up making it onto the podium. Jocelyn Neumuller finished first in the Women Prone 2 final, with Samantha Bloom

behind her in third. Mark Stewart also came first in the Men Kneel, whilst Kirk Watson and Sarah Jane Gibson placed second in the Men VI 1 and Women VI 2. A fourth-place copper medal will have to suffice for threetime World Para Surf Champion, Matt Formston. At only 19, Jack Jackson will take a lot away from his opening bout in global competitive para surfing and will surely work to return to the Championship next year. In the meantime, the veteranapprentice pair can focus their attention onto a documentary film project which takes vision impaired big wave surfing as its central focus. With the conclusion of Pismo Beach, the two Coasties have their intentions set on hunting big waves in Fiji and Indonesia – “charging big waves on coral” as Matt puts it. The film, titled ‘The Blind Sea’ is being made by Australian filmmaking collective, Brick Studios and will be in production around the world over the next 12 months. CCN

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Central Coast Council will be applying Glyphosate 360 and Metasulfuron-methyl between January 2022 to June 2022 to specific waterways and drainage lines within the local government area for the purpose of waterway, ecosystem and asset protection. Glyphosate is registered for use in Australia by the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority. Non-chemical methods of weed control are also utilised wherever practicable. During application, signage will be clearly displayed to notify application of herbicides to waterways and will include information on the herbicide being applied, the location details, the dates and the weed Council is managing. During signposted periods, the public is advised not to use, drink or swim in the water until signage is removed. For further information or to obtain a copy of the Safety Date Sheet (SDS) for the product, please contact Council's Environmental Infrastructure Section on 1300 463 954. This notification is provided in accordance with Council's Pesticide Use Notification Plan and the Environmental Protection Licence 7643 which is available for viewing at the Wyong Administration Building or may be viewed on Council's website www.centralcoast.nsw.gov.au. David Farmer Chief Executive Officer December 2021 Central Coast Council Office 2 Hely St Wyong 8.30am - 5pm, Monday to Friday | Ph 1300 463 954 Chief Executive Officer David Farmer

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Clean sheet for home win against Sydney FC

Mariner midfielder, Joshua Nisbet, warming up pre-game

FOOTBALL It was an exceptional return to football at Central Coast Stadium for the Mariners, defeating rivals Sydney FC, 2-0, on Sunday for the first home game win of the new season. Upon securing two unanswered goals prior to the 20th minute, and before a single Sydney shot at goal, the boys in yellow had every opportunity to carry on with more goals if every boot on the field had been shooting straight. The team’s overall presence and desire with the ball led to their advantage being found, doubled and then maintained throughout a physical 90 minutes. Cy Goddard was hard to handle on the left wing but was still denied an opening Mariners goal despite coming closest with a dangerous out of the box shot on target in the seventh minute. In midfield, new academy product Harry Steele once again partnered with captain Oliver Bozanic together orchestrating most of the first half’s play to ensure the team stability through high possession in attack and high pressure in defence. The latter of these tactics led to the opening goal in the 13th minute, afforded due to Bozanic’s alert slide tackle on Harry Van der Saag, giving to

the South American attacking duo the disrupted defensive line needed to carve the route on goal. Once recovering the loose ball, Matheus Moresche supplied the final pass into the penalty area, leaving Ureña unmarked against Sydney keeper Andrew Redmayne for a clinical finish. The Mariners momentum reaped its second reward three minutes later, marked as an own goal for Sydney’s Anthony Caceres. This time it was Academy product Jacob Farrell who executed the slide tackle steal

against Van der Saag allowing Moresche the time to take possession and work a crossfield pass to the forward surging Lewis Miller on the right. After successfully gliding past Sydney defender, Joel King, the low cross from Miller raced back toward the ready boot of Moresche, now lined up right in front of goal, forcing the desperate intercept from Caceres that ended with the ball in his own net. With a two-goal deficit and 70 minutes of regular time still to play, Sydney FC were left counting on a drop in Mariner

concentration levels to help them back into the game. Head Coach Nick Montgomery’s new squad showed resilience against the rising Sydney attack to keep the southern travellers at bay, record their first clean sheet this season and defeat the boys in blue at home for the first time in four years. “I’m super proud of the young boys but they’ve still got a lot to learn and a lot of improvement to go,” reported Monty at the post-game press conference. “We’ve started every game this season on the front foot quite quickly… I think what

was different (today) is we were a bit more clinical. “I’ve spent a couple of years with these young boys (as an Academy coach) and to be honest they’re growing every week. “Every training session, every game, they’re learning, and you only learn by experience so sometimes you have to just throw them in and they’ll sink or swim. “Morseche, the Brazilian boy: I think he’s got bags of ability, and (with) Marcos Ureña they’re creating a good partnership.” Ureña agrees that his

partnership with Moresche has great potential, in lieu of Matt Simon and new signing, Nicolai Müller, both reported to be at the back end of their recovery from pre-season injuries. “We Latinos always understand each other outside and inside the field, and it’s very important to get these partners in the field,” Ureña said at the game’s conclusion. “Moresche has come in to give us more of a passing game and we’re happy to have him. “In the last couple of games we created a lot of chances but we now see that we can score. “The chances are there so we knew it was just about timing, and we’re happy that finally we get back home and we can give this for our families and fans who really deserve it. “This club is special you know, this is the reason why I want to be here longer, and today is a special day.” With newfound confidence in themselves, the Mariners have a week to prepare for their Match Week Five encounter against the Western Sydney Wanderers, to be played again at Central Coast Stadium on Saturday, December 18. This will precede their FFA Cup Quarter Final clash against the Leichhardt Tigers, scheduled to be played at Leichhardt Oval on Tuesday, December 21. CCN

Mariner striker, Marcos Ureña, warming up pre-game

Mariner defender, Kye Rowles, warming up pre-game

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