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April 11, 2011

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Council considers merger n a Mayoral Minute in its meeting held on Tuesday April 5, Gosford Council resolved to investigate the possible amalgamation of Gosford and Wyong Councils.

The West Gosford intersection

Concerns over West Gosford intersection he Peninsula Chamber of Commerce has raised concerns over the fate of the West Gosford intersection reconstruction as a result of the new Liberal-National State Government.

Peninsula Chamber of Commerce president Mr Matthew Wales said the Peninsula business community is concerned that the current approval and funding of the signalised intersection at the Central Coast Highway-Brisbane Water Drive intersection may be scrapped, but newly elected member for Gosford Cr Chris Holstein said he is looking for the best option for the long term at the best value. “I’ve been fighting for it for 14 years and I now see my responsibility and my job to make sure that it happens,” said Cr Holstein. “This project, be it the current proposal or an upgraded proposal, still has to go through the NSW infrastructure program as outlined by Barry O’Farrell, because of the cost of the project,” said Cr Holstein.

“But the previous government has allocated no funds for the project and we are advised by the RTA through Council not a month ago, that it didn’t matter what happened at the election, there’s still another two years before work can commence. “I am not satisfied with that answer and will be seeking to give it the highest priority,” said Cr Holstein. “One of the things we will be doing is seeking to ensure whether reconsideration can be given to ensure an ultimate solution can be given to the intersection.” Mr Wales said it is extremely important that the new State Government give certainty to the intersection construction. “The business community on the Peninsula cannot afford further delays, especially after the

exhaustive consultation process already undertaken by the RTA”, said Mr Wales. The Peninsula Chamber of Commerce is concerned that the incoming Government will revisit the flyover option which had previously been discounted by the RTA. “The approved signalised intersection design will cost around $100 million to build and take two and a half years, whereas the flyover option will blow the cost out to $280 million and take up to four years”, said Mr Wales. “The flyover would also eliminate the north bound right turn into the West Gosford RSL, Office Works and Spotlight creating severe impacts on those businesses which depend on easy access. “It would also disrupt the intersection hierarchy from

West Gosford right through to East Gosford and simply transfer traffic congestion further down the highway into the Gosford CBD. “Investigating the flyover option would also delay the project another 18 months and reach the same conclusion that the RTA has already reached, it’s too expensive and will have unacceptable disruptions on business,” he said. “The reconstruction of the intersection has been on the books for over 25 years and with every delay the cost of the work continues to spiral. Let’s get cracking and get the approved work started,” said Mr Wales.

Council has requested the provision of independent, comprehensive, objective and quality information on the possible merger be placed on the Agenda for the next central Coast Regional Organisation of Councils (CCROC) as the basis for extensive consultation. According to the Council report, the two Councils have been working closely in all aspects of operation. “The staff at both Councils have been working closely together to maximise efficiency, reduce duplication, develop common policies and develop and deliver projects across the Central Coast.” According to the report, other areas could benefit from further cooperation including waste operations, library services, child care services, fleet operations, information and technology services, human resource services, environmental plans,

development control plans, community strategic plans, fees and charges and policies. The concept of the merger has been discussed between the Councils in the past, with the last debate taking place in 2003 when the then Minister for Local Government, the Honourable Tony Kelly, wrote to all NSW Councils seeking a response on the actions being taken to review their boundaries and identify areas for further cooperation. Gosford Council undertook a statistically valid phone survey across the Local Government Area. As a result of the survey, Council concluded that 42.8 per cent were opposed to the amalgamation of Gosford and Wyong Councils with 39.5 per cent in support and 17.7 per cent did-could not answer. Council Agenda MM.6, 5 Apr 2011

Kaitlin Watts Interviewee: Chris Holstein Media Release, 27 Mar 2011 Matthew Wales, Peninsula Chamber of Commerce Possible future signage

Skimming devices found on ATM

etectives are appealing for public assistance after skimming devices were discovered attached to an ATM in Mann St, Gosford, on Tuesday, April 5.

A member of the public found two devices glued to an ATM at a financial institution on Mann Street, Gosford, just after 10.40am.

Police from Brisbane Water Local Area Command and Forensic Services Group attended the scene and conducted inquiries.

The items were seized for examination. Local detectives are appealing for public help as they continue their inquiries.

Investigators are keen to speak with two men who were in the vicinity of the ATM about 6.30am yesterday. They have released closed-circuit television (CCTV) images of the two

men. Police believe the men might be able to help them with their inquiries Anyone who knows the identity of the men or their current whereabouts is urged to contact Gosford

Detectives via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Media Release, 6 Apr 2011 NSW Police Media

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Gosford Central directory of services, contacts and support groups

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Animal Rescue Wildlife Arc 4325 0666 Wires 8977 3333

Community Centres Kincumber Neighbourhood Centre 4363 1044 Narara Community Centre 4329 0912 Kariong Neighbourhood Centre 4340 1724 Wyoming Community Centre 4323 7483 Green Point Community Centre 4367 7591 Niagara Park Community Centre 4329 7144 Men’s Shed Cluster Inc 0413 244 484

Counselling Mensline - talk with a bloke 1300 789 978 Lifecare Family Services 1300 130 225 Centacare: 4324 6403 Relationship Australia: 1300 364 277 Interrelate: 1800 449 118

Emergancy Ambulance, Police, Fire 000 Police Assistance Line 131 444 Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000 Woy Woy Police Station 4323 5599 Energy Australia 13 13 88 Gas Emergency 131 909 Gosford City Council 4325 8222 Marine Rescue - Central Coast 4325 7929 SES - Storm and Flood Emergency 132 500

Employment, Education & Training Centrelink Offices 13 2850 - appointments 13 1021 Central Coast Community College 4348 4300 Training and Further Education TAFE Gosford 4348 2222 Ourimbah 4348 4030 Basic & Pre-vocational Studies 4350 2209 Work Skills Program Special Need 4350 2245 University of the Third Age (U3A) 4332 4830

Crisis Services and Helplines Lifeline - 24 hr. 13 11 14 Suicide Helpline 1800 191 919 Kids Helpline 1800 551 800 Parents Helpline 13 20 55 Indigenous Call Centre 136 380

Crisis Services and Helplines Continued Family Relationship Advice Line 1800 050 321 Family Drug Support 1300 368 186 G-line - Gambling Helpline 1800 633 635

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Man arrested after alleged assault man has been arrested and charged after he allegedly attacked a teenage girl on Thursday, March 17.

At about 8.30pm, a 15-year-old girl travelled to Lisarow Railway Station by herself and walked to a shopping centre on the Pacific Highway. After meeting a friend and making a purchase, the girl started walking home. As she used a walking track near Ashburn Close, the girl was grabbed by a man and assaulted. The alleged victim became distressed and began to cry before running away. She returned home and told her parents what happened and they contacted police. A short time later, police from Brisbane Water Local Area Command were patrolling a nearby shopping centre and detained a man fitting the

description of the alleged attacker. The man was spoken to and returned to his Niagara Park home as officers conducted further inquiries. Police then returned to the man’s home and arrested him, taking him to Gosford Police Station. The 26-year-old man was later charged with aggravated indecent assault, assault person with intent to commit serious indictable offence and take-detain person with intent to obtain advantage. He was refused bail and appeared at the Gosford Local Court. Media Release, 18 Mar 2011 NSW Police Media

Development application rejected Development Application proposing a subdivision of Lot 2 into two allotments on the Scenic Highway, MacMasters Beach, has been rejected by Council, at its meeting on Tuesday, April 2.

The proposal was rejected due to its inconsistency with the objectives of the Scenic Protection Zone, the inadequate address of buffer distances as outlined in the Environmental and Health Protection Guidelines for Onsite Sewage Management for Single Households. The proposal is contrary to the objects of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. “The assessment of the current application has revealed that the subject site is not connected to Council’s Water and Sewer reticulation scheme.” According to Council’s report, the site constraints that are presently impacting the subject site, particularly in relation to the location of the existing watercourse and registered bore would not

comply with objectives set out in the Conservation and Scenic Protection Zone. “In that regard, the granting of consent to the proposal and associated Onsite Sewerage Management Systems would raise Environmental and Health

issues as the proposal in its current form has the ability to contaminate existing groundwater sources. “In this instance, the deficiencies associated with the proposal as outlined in the report, places the proposal at odds, with the

specific ‘relevant matters of consideration’ specified under Section 79C of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and Section 89 of the Local Government Act 1993. Council Agenda ENV.25, 5 Apr 2011

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Safety main concern in ship scuttling SW Police are advising members of the public who are thinking of attending the scuttling of the ex-HMAS Adelaide at Avoca on Wednesday, April 13, weather permitting, to plan ahead and heed the directions of police and event organisers.

Group protests planned scuttle bout 40 people wearing red took to Terrigal Beach outside the Crowne Plaza just after noon on Saturday, April 2, to protest the State Government’s planned sinking of the ex-HMAS Adelaide on April 13.

To demonstrate the volume of toxic lead paint remaining on the ship, the group calculated the exact amount which equated to 9 tonnes of lead based paint, 15 barrels of 200 litres each. Impromptu drumming began on the barrels while a large paper mache puppet with dollar signs in its eyes was paraded. Large red and white banners proclaimed “Don’t Wreck Avoca Beach” and “See red, Stop the lead”

and “Still think this ship is clean?” The moment which captured the irony of the ship dumping debacle was when the police arrived. A complaint had been received that the group was dumping the 15 barrels of toxic lead paint on the beach. “No”, the No Ship Action Group told the police officers, “We are not dumping toxins.” “Ironically, we are trying

to stop our Government from dumping this toxic material off our beach.” LEAD group founder Ms Elizabeth O’Brien was at the protest drumming with the group and said she supported them in their outrage that this lead paint can be dumped into the marine environment. “The LEAD Group does not support the addition of one fishing sinker of lead to the ocean, let alone 750 kgs to 2.3 tonnes (estimated

lead in the paint),” she said. “Especially considering that the paint could all be stripped at Garden Island prior to recycling the ship (any ship), and itself recycled for its lead content at Australian Refined Alloys in Alexandria, Sydney,” Ms O’Brien said. The planned dumping of the 4000 tonne, 138 metre long ex-HMAS Adelaide was stopped on March 27 last year when it went before the Administrative Appeals Tribunal. Newsletter, 2 Apr 2011 Michelle Meares, No Ship Action Group

Brisbane Water Local Area Commander Superintendent Geoff McKechnie said that Operation Monument has been set up to assist the management of the event which is expected to draw large crowds. “The NSW Police Force has committed significant numbers of resources both on the water and on the ground to ensure people enjoy the event and any associated festivities in a safe and secure environment. The resources include General Duties police, Highway Patrol, Marine Area Command and Public Order and Riot Squad officers. “We are urging spectators not to put themselves, friends or family members at risk by using vantageviewing points which are dangerous. “That includes cliff edges that are not fenced by council, they should be avoided. “Members of the public should also be aware that Alcohol Free Zones will be enforced and police will not tolerate alcohol related crime, violence or stupidity, Supt McKechnie

said. Police are also advising that spectators refrain from entering the ocean if affected by alcohol and avoid overloading decks or balconies. Supt McKechnie said that while police respected individual’s rights to protest, they must do so in a lawful manner. “Any protest activity that disrupts the event or the comfort of spectators will result in police intervention and those people who break the law will be arrested and charged,” Supt McKechnie said. The 1000-metre exclusion zone, marked by yellow buoys fitted with yellow flashing lights, will be patrolled by the NSW Water Police and NSW Maritime, with the support of Marine Rescue NSW. NSW Maritime will maintain an exclusion zone above the scuttled ship and no diving will be allowed on the site until safety inspections have taken place. Media Release, 7 Apr 2011 NSW Police Media

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Plans go on display osford Council’s four year Delivery Program and annual Operational Plan went on public exhibition on Monday, April 4, and will remain open until Sunday May 1.

achieving these objectives. “The Plan has been developed out of considerable community engagement and builds on previous long-term planning work such as Vision 2025. “The Delivery Program describes what services Council will deliver and how Council will respond to the Community Strategic Plan. “This Program is linked to the four year Council electoral term and will be developed by each newly elected Council. “The Operational Plan is prepared annually and outlines what Council will do to meet the commitments of the Delivery Program in a full financial year. “The Operational Plan includes program and project details, measures of checking the progress of programs and projects undertaken, as well as the resources required to carry out the identified work,” said Mr Love. The Delivery Program and Operational Plan are now available for inspection at Gosford Council Administration Building and all Gosford Council Customer Service Centres and Libraries. Media Release, 4 Apr 2011 Gosford Council Media

Adelaide crew to lay wreath everal members of the original Commissioning crew of the exHMAS Adelaide have requested to lay a wreath over the Adelaide site following the scuttling said Central Coast Artificial Reef Project (CCARP) secretary Ms Sue Dengate.

“This wreath is in honour of those who have since passed away and will not get to see their beloved ship find her new home” said Ms Dengate. “CCARP is arranging for several of the Adelaide Commissioning crew to be taken out to the edge of the site once the exclusion zone has been reduced to 200 metres. “This is the closest we will be able to get on the day as work on preparation for the moorings will begin soon after the clearance divers have ensured that there are no undetonated explosives remaining” “Navy crew are a ‘tight’ bunch and we estimate that several hundred men and

women who have served on the Adelaide during her distinguished career will come to bid her farewell. “It will be a bitter-sweet occasion for them all, sad to see her go, but happy to see

her start a new life that will continue to honour her and those who served upon her. “During the original scuttling date 12 months ago the ex crew members were to be honoured and treated as

VIPs, so we are working to get this organised for them again. “Many of the Adelaide’s crew will be spending several days here and no doubt they will be sinking a bevie (sic) or two as well, in celebration and the sharing of memories,” said Ms Dengate. Media Release, 4 Apr 2011 Sue Dengate, CCARP

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This follows the exhibition period of the Community Strategic Plan, which has been on public exhibition at various locations during the past month. Gosford mayor Cr Laurie Maher said under new State Government legislation Council’s previous planning processes have been replaced by an integrated framework of planning and reporting documents. “The new framework recognises that communities do not exist in isolation and opens the way for the Gosford community to have important discussions about funding priorities, service levels and preserving local identity to plan for a more sustainable future. “The new planning documents being placed on public exhibition, Council’s Delivery Program and Operational Plan, form an integral part of this framework and will have significant impacts across our community,” said Cr Maher. Council’s manager Integrated Planning Mr Eddie Love said the Community Strategic Plan is the highest level planning document that identifies the community’s main priorities and aspirations for the future and includes strategies for

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Police charge man after highway pursuit man has been charged with multiple traffic offences after a police pursuit on the F3 at Somersby on Wednesday, March 23.

Shortly after 5.30pm Brisbane Water Highway Patrol officers were conducting speed enforcement duties on northbound vehicles travelling on the F3 Freeway at Somersby. The officers allegedly detected a Victorian registered Ford Falcon travelling at 137kph in the 110kph zone. The officers indicated for the vehicle to stop but as police approached the stationary vehicle the driver accelerated harshly to 190kph.

olice are appealing for witnesses after an armed robbery on Friday, March 25, at a newsagency in Wyoming.

About 7am, a man entered the newsagency on Maidens Brush Rd and walked behind the counter which was being manned by the 58-year-old male owner of the business. The man produced what looked like a black pistol and threatened the owner before forcing him to open a safe. He escaped with an amount of cash.

Police have released an image of the man in the hope that someone might recognise him or his clothing. The man is described as being about 175 centimeters tall with a medium to solid build and aged between 18 and 30. He was wearing a black or blue hooded sweat shirt and black track pants. Police have been told

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that the man left the scene in a dark green sedan, possibly a Ford or Holden, and have also released an image of the vehicle. Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact detectives from Brisbane Water Local Area Command via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Media Release, 26 Mar 2011 Police Media Unit

Police pursued the vehicle which allegedly veered across all three lanes and both breakdown lanes in order to pass other motorists. North of the Sparks Rd overpass at Warnervale police deployed road spikes that instantly deflated all four tyres on the Ford forcing it to stop. Both occupants of the Ford were arrested without incident. No one was injured and no other property or vehicles were damaged during the pursuit.

A 26-year-old Shoal Bay man was taken to Wyong Hospital for blood and urine tests and then to The Entrance Police Station. The man was charged with police pursuit, not stopping (Skyes law), drive manner dangerous, exceeding speed, driving while disqualified, driving under the influence of drugs, possessing prescribed restricted substance and breach of bail. Media Release, 24 Mar 2011 Police Media Unit

Law ﬁrm gets ﬁrst hand experience n 83 year old woman reversed her car into the CBD Law shopfront on Erina St, Gosford, at 2:30pm on Friday, April 8.

The woman was driving a 1991 blue Ford Laser and was allegedly reversing into a car park when she failed to stop. “All I heard was a horrendous crash and lots of oh my god’s coming out from the various offices,” said CBD Law office manager Ms Hillary Morris. “I came down from the hallway to the conference room to find a car in our conference room,” she said. Ms Morris said the firm had a 2:30pm appointment waiting to go into the conference room. “They were very lucky, they were literally about to walk in when it all happened,” she said. “The irony is we are a motor vehicle accident law firm. “It’s funny because no one

got hurt. “It wouldn’t have been funny because potentially three people could have been killed,” said Ms Morris. Ms Morris said a substantial amount of equipment has been damaged including desks, chairs and computers. “There’s a lot of equipment

that’s been damaged and gyprock dust everywhere, there is of course glass everywhere so it’s a bit of a mess but everything’s good because no one was hurt,” said Ms Morris. Kaitlin Watts, 8 April 2011 Hillary Morris, CBD Law

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Marine Rescue saves houseboat arine Rescue Central Coast volunteers rescued a houseboat in Bensville from being damaged by oyster leases on Tuesday, March 30, after it was reported as dragging its anchor.

Around 4:30 the boat crew was called out to respond to a phone call from the owner onboard the houseboat. The boat is under renovation and has no engine. In view of the vessel’s

size and the imminent arrival of strong southerly winds, the boat crew used the Unit’s bigger rescue vessel, Central Coast Lifeboat. The houseboat was towed back into deeper water and assisted to anchor securely.

The boat crew arrived back at the Point Clare base after 6pm after a busy afternoon. Media Release, 31 Mar 2011 Ron Cole, Marine Rescue Central Coast

P-plater charged with drink driving p-plate driver has been charged with high range drink driving after being pulled over by police on the on the F3 Mooney Mooney on Sunday, April 3, where he allegedly returned a reading of 0.229.

The 28-year-old man, driving a Holden Commodore was pulled over at about 3:40pm by police. The man was subjected to a roadside breath test which proved positive. He was arrested and

taken to Gosford Police Station where he was subjected to a breath analysis which allegedly returned a reading of 0.229. He was charged with high range PCA and his license was immediately suspended.

He is expected to appear before Hornsby Local Court on Thursday, April 21. All provisional drivers have a zero blood alcohol limit while driving. Media Release, 4 Apr 2011 Police Media

Further funding for SES n its meeting held on Tuesday, April 4, Gosford Council has resolved to reallocate funds to local State Emergency Services to help further fund services for the wider community.

The funding will go towards maintaining the current level of service provided to the Gosford Local Government Area (LGA) during emergencies.

The increase is part of Council’s direct regulatory funding arrangement which provides support to the Gosford Volunteer State Emergency Service,

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It was a three day conference aimed at empowering leading women franchise owners in the building industry. “We wanted to provide women with the tools and support they need in order to strive in a male dominated industry,” said Hotondo Homes marketing manager Ms Jodie Flower. Ms James owns a Hotondo Homes franchise in Gosford, along with her husband Greg. Sessions at the conference were based around business topics such as; business planning, communication, leadership,

and managing a diverse team. In addition, there were also topics about health and fitness, confidence, self management, and the importance of work/life balance. “Being with like-minded franchise owners was great, and I was able to meet some women that I had not met yet,” said Ms James. “We were able to learn and grow from each other’s experiences, which was fabulous. “It was also great to be able to work on the business and not just in it.” Not only did Ms James

learn things to better their business, but there was a large focus on enhancing the customer’s experience. “I learnt a lot about how people think, which will help me when understanding what our customers are after and ensuring we can build their dream home. “Now that I am back after the conference, I feel that I can better meet the expectations of our customers, as well as providing them with a better building experience.” Media Release, 7 Apr 2011 Bethany Garlick, Hotondo Homes

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Public battles council Gosford needs to sell Town Centre on education front or two years plus, Gosford Public School P and C have had to deal with lies, false promises and constant changes in what was or wasn’t said at meetings and so on.

The Henry Kendall review was conducted over five weeks late last year and the Ministers’ announcement made on the last day of term before the Christmas Holidays. Everything has been timed. The Department of Education did not ask for an independent review of all the possible options, nor for recommendations, just a review of the Henry Kendall option. The decision was already made. More lip service. DET have engaged a strategy of keeping Henry Kendall High School’s teachers, parents and supporters in the dark during its dealings with Gosford Public. It is only in recent weeks that Henry Kendall’s parents and staff have finally started to realise what is happening. The Teachers’ Federations at both schools have now got involved, perhaps having given DET the space to get it right, they are now involved which sends a message that Gosford’s Parents have been trying to send to the community for some time, this is wrong. Where is the integrity of all our local politicians, councillors, the Council, the independent planners and Challenge team? They have basically had very little to say about the

Forum Letters to the editor should be sent to: Gosford News PO Box 1056, Gosford 2250 or mail@gosfordnews.org See Page 2 for contribution conditions schools future since the hyped up good news of the Leagues Club meeting, which offered four possible solutions to what they perceived was the Gosford Public School problem. Their problem, not the schools. They were full of thoughts and ideas about the school, but since then have done nothing, thus abandoning our children to the Henry Kendall Solution. Instead of taking a leadership role and identifying the two core issues, the relocation itself and where the school should move to if that was to be the outcome, they have all walked away in silence. Gosford Public’s P and C have had to battle the DET on two fronts. The first, they may not have expected support on, but on the second the entire community should have been supportive and represented in that by our politicians of all levels in search of a far better

outcome for the students of both schools. Having a good public education base in Gosford is surely an important to the future success of the new town. Not listening to current parent’s concerns now is not listening to the reasoning of why people with children chose to live somewhere. Education is a factor. DET could have chosen to use the extra space at Henry Kendall to expand the special needs unit and create something very unique. They could have created something for our city that caters to needs of a group that is so often neglected elsewhere. At every turn, our leaders have taken the safe and predictable options as opposed to the choices you might expect if innovation truly was the point of the Gosford Challenge. Did they truly want to create a world class living city? The Council and Challenge team state that the overwhelming majority of residents support the relocation of the school. Did anyone out there get surveyed? Nobody in my street was. Email, 21 Mar 2011 Justin Pether, North Gosford

erhaps council can sell it off to TAFE or some other educational or training organisation or turn it into a compulsory boot camp for disruptive and undisciplined children, (which is most of them).

What has Gosford got? A railway station. That is the only thing of any worth in this god forsaken village. A heap of derelict and neglected buildings on a small parcel of land and a landlocked waterway that is draining into the Hawkesbury. Really, the railway station is the only thing that Gosford has that is of any worth, now and in the long-term. Make the most of the railway station.

Forum Turn the gateway into smart commuter apartments with servicing shops at the ground level. The Town Centre would also make more good commuting apartments. We have a population out of control and urged on by the godbotheres to procreate. Accommodation will be the most important thing in

the next three decades (if the diseases do not wipe too many out). Gosford has the buildings that need renovation and reinvention. And Gosford has the railway station. Whatever you do, do not remove the overhead bridge. Will it come into its own, or will it? You betcha. Letter, 10 Jan 2011 Lillian Russell, Umina

More jobs needed on Central Coast ongratulations to the four Liberal Candidates who were elected to the new O’Farrell Government.

It is pleasing that the experienced Doyen of the group, Chris Hartcher, is likely to become Minister for the Central Coast. It is now down to the serious business of meeting the needs of the Central Coast. Whilst Western Sydney and other regions will make a lot of noise about their needs, for far too long the Central Coast has been overlooked. Of all of the needs on the

Forum Central Coast, job creation is critical. More jobs on the Central Coast will not only reduce the pressure on the F3 and commuter train services, but it will improve quality of family life. The Central Coast has unacceptably high crime rates, and levels of suicide, especially youth.

A salient contributing factor to the suicide and crime rates is insufficient job opportunities on the Coast. A very easy and quick start will be to ensure that the Adelaide is scuttled as gazetted and as the vast majority of the residents of the Central Coast want. The scuttling will promote the Central Coast and will create jobs in the Hospitality and Tourism sector. Email, 28 Mar 2011 Ian Kilpatrick, Terrigal

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Council ignores concern

Jones letter enlightens found Claira Jones’ letter, “Think Before You Vote” very interesting and enlightening.

Her knowledge of the Constitution and the purpose of the Upper House was a revelation to me, particularly the part about someone from the Upper House being appointed to a ministry having a conflict of interest and being in contempt of the Constitution if called on to vote along Party lines.

Forum It made me realise just how naive I (and thousands of others) have been when it comes to casting our ballot and democracy in NSW. I have long been an antagonist of the party system, becoming more

and more disenchanted with the whole political process and so, while we may have a new government, we can really look forward to four more years of much the same mess that we’ve been trying to escape. Email, 15 Mar 2011 Ron Lloyd, Narara

t appears that Gosford Council is going to ignore considerable community concern and not amend its draft Local Environmental Plan (DLEP) to protect the environment.

This threatens our precious COSS lands for example, Gosford’s bushland reserves. Just today (18 Mar 2011), the Labor candidate has said on 92.5 local radio that

rime Minister Julia Gillard is going to compensate all the low income earners, pensioners, business owners and a whole heap more with the Carbon Taxes she hopes to collect.

Forum collect, if she implements this carbon tax? Has she ever considered that if she makes it too hard on businesses to pay the

tax, then they may go out of business? Has she really thought this through or is it another grocery-petrol watch project? Email, 28 Mar 2011 Rod Fountain, Erina

Forum she cannot guarantee that commercial enterprises will be prevented from being

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Perhaps the centre will be a handy space to replace with accommodation for the increasing numbers of humans burdening this planet and looking for housing, but needing access to a railhead. Maybe the Town Centre space could revert to a natural recreation area, giving environmental support to the mountain beyond. When the waterfront is no longer available for recreation and Kibble Park is now only a shadow of its former self, a freed up bit of space in town might just be what will bring people back to Gosford, particularly if commuter apartments are made readily accessible across the road from the railway station. It is housing and accommodation that will be the forte of Gosford in the coming years, dormitories for commuters. Can there be enough brain within the alleged corrupt bureaucratic structures that we have known so long to realise there are other directions to go, besides challenging the little bit of waterfront joy that struggles to survive come hell or high water, both being most likely. Try housing and some boutique shops to support the commuters. Forget the ancient, rediscovered, rehashed old “challenge” as that is already dead in the water, as it also died in a previous lifetime for very valid reasons. Letter, 17 Jan 2011, Zoe Russell, Umina

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Tasmanian Devils receive funding he Australian Reptile Park will soon be recipients of much needed funding for the Devil Ark conservation project, it was announced on the morning of Monday, March 21.

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Shadow Minister for the Environment Ms Catherine Cusak made the announcement, which promises $150,000 every year for four years, totalling $600,000. “Sadly, the inimitable Tasmanian devil is experiencing a cataclysmic event, with 80 per cent of its population already wiped out,” said Ms Cusak. “Scientists estimate the entire species is facing extinction within 10 years” she said. Devil Ark has been described as one of the most important conservation projects in Australia today and aims to combat the extinction of the Tasmanian devil. The species is facing an epidemic due to Devil Facial Tumour Disease, a contagious cancer with no cure or vaccine. Founder Mr John Weigel said he is delighted by the announcement. “This is a big step in the development of Devil Ark,” he said. “We are hopeful of considerable corporate and private sponsorship to compliment this important commitment from the Shadow Minister, to ensure the survival of Australia’s most iconic marsupial.” The 500 hectare Devil Ark property received its first 47 Tasmanian devils in January. Since then, devil breeding season has officially started at Devil Ark with reproductive behaviour

amongst many of the newly arrived founder devils being captured by nocturnal camera traps strategically placed throughout the facility. Senior Curator Mr Tim Faulkner is quietly confident that a number of females are pregnant, good news for this mammoth conservation project. “The delayed timing of the arrival of the founder devils, due to almost constant rain during the construction process had us worried,” said Mr Faulkner. “But soon after arrival the females began the process of oestrus, and the mating season has now finally begun. “Joeys will be born after a 21 day gestation period and we will do a pouch check 30 days after that.” The Devil Ark project is a long term proposition that will require a continuous development process in order to accommodate the targeted population of 360 devils by 2016 and 1000 devils by 2021. Media Release, 21 Mar 2011 Libby Bain, Australian Reptile Park

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Volunteers presented with awards arine Rescue Central Coast volunteers Mr Peter Ashworth from Avoca and Mr Norm Smith from Ettalong were presented with a Rotary Club Quiet Achiever Award at a dinner function held at Gosford Golf Club on Thursday, March 28.

Mr Smith and Mr Ashworth, as well as their normal rostered duties also volunteer as Boat’s Officers for the Marine Rescue Central Coast. Boat’s Officers are responsible for the repair and maintenance of the

Unit’s Rescue Boats, Central Coast Lifeboat and Brisbane Water Lifeboat. Constant attention by Norm and Peter ensures that both rescue boats are ready and available whenever needed to provide assistance to the

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Road closure proposal deferred osford Council has resolved to defer consideration of the proposal to close Christie Rd at Cutrock Rd, Lisarow, until the Timber Dr connection is completed and its effect on the road network is evaluated.

Council also consented to investigate the condition of Cutrock Rd to improve carriageway width at any squeeze points where the carriageway is insufficient for two way traffic flow and investigate the installation of calming devices on Christie Rd and Cutrock Rd if the decision is made that

Christie Rd will remain open. The Traffic Committee have also been requested to investigate making Christie Rd accessible to residents only, instead of closing it completely. The safety concerns and request for closure of Christie Rd was initially discussed at the Traffic

Committee meeting on July 6, last year. The Traffic Committee requested that the proposal to close Christie Rd at Cutrock Rd be publicly exhibited and referred to Wyong Shire Council and the Rural Fire service for comment. Following the execution

of the request, Council received 96 submissions and two petitions containing more than 500 signatures in total. Within the 96 submissions, 66 per cent were objections and 37 per cent were in support of the closure of Christie Rd. Council Agenda TR.11.14, 22 Mar 2011

Local business to undertake channel upgrade

osford Council accepted a tender in its meeting on Tuesday, March 22, from local business Joe Groot Civil to undertake the $580,000 channel upgrade project at MacMasters Beach.

The local company has undertaken numerous projects for Gosford Council including drainage works in East Gosford and catchment drainage works at Terrigal.

The MacMasters Beach project is scheduled to commence this month and involves Water Sensitive Urban Design, with the new channel acting as a bypass to prevent the

osford Council have resolved to provide surplus materials to support Waterfall Springs to save the Brush-Tail Wallaby from extinction.

Gosford Council have also agreed to write to the applicants requesting that should they require any further assistance on this project then they are invited to make a formal presentation to Council. Council has previously endorsed the placement

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Gosford Vision Part III ollowing is the third and final component of Narara design consultant, Miles Buffalo’s, Gosford Vision which has been run in Gosford News for the past two editions.

The first edition in which Miles’ design was featured provided an overview of how his vision would integrate the Gosford CBD with the Gosford waterfront. The second edition in which Miles’ design was featured outlined his plans for the CBD and how having all car parking in Gosford centralised would solve all the city’s problems. In this edition, the final component of Miles’ vision, the waterfront, is discussed. Miles’ vision for the Gosford waterfront would only be possible once prosperity had been achieved in the CBD. It would involve three components, including an above ground jetty which connects the centre of the CBD to the waters’ edge, a sport and leisure complex, close to the current stadium, providing a central area for sport in Gosford and an outdoor concert venue, completely solar powered.

The Jetty Miles has included an above ground jetty in his Gosford vision that would run from the CBD to the waterfront providing entry and exit points along the way, including Central Coast Leagues Club, the Botanical Gardens and Iguana Joes. “It’s the spine of the city that would connect the CBD, the railway station and the waterfront,” said Mr Buffalo. “If you were in Gosford Leagues Club you would be able to enter directly onto that jetty, which would then take you across to the water,” he said. Mr Buffalo’s proposed jetty would reflect the historical origins of the city by locating it in the same vicinity as the original Gosford jetty. “It’s significant because it was the first port of call, it was the only form of transport to get to the Coast before the train line and road was put in,” said Miles. “That’s where the jetty used to be, you’re trying to keep the historical relevance

or historical fabric of the place,” he said. The jetty would be around three metres above ground, of varying width for around a third of a kilometre. “The jetty takes your eye to the CBD, as you walk along the jetty it reflects the voids in the tower; it gives you the illusion of connecting the city.” From the CBD to the waterfront, the jetty would pass over the botanical garden which Miles said would be a focal point. “The botanical garden would be the reason people want to live here and come here. “It’s meant to give you a direct link to the CBD, across the botanical gardens, across the road across everything. “The jetty is above everything because you don’t want people to walk through a park, the jetty has stairs coming up and down wherever you want, so you can come down at the park or the waterfront,” said Mr Buffalo. “You’re trying to keep the

Gosford waterfront natural looking, rather than all those straight lines like in Surfers Paradise. “Gosford waterfront needs to be a people place, a public domain that is inviting and for the use of local people and tourists. “It’s a daytime event place,” said Miles.

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Miles has proposed a Sport and Leisure complex which would consist of an above ground Olympic swimming pool, sporting facilities, a small boutique hotel, small convention space, museum and a number of cafes and restaurants. The complex would have the facilities to host exhibitions such as boat and car shows and could incorporate features such as a helipad. “It’s been located right on the car line and train line so it’s all to do with, boats, trains, cars and helicopters,” said Miles. The Olympic swimming pool, located within the complex, would be above ground with glass sides and parking beneath it.

The building would also house sporting facilities such as saunas, gym equipment, massage rooms and a place for sporting teams such as the Central Coast Bears to hold meetings. “It could easily be a headquarters or a team facility, some kind of acknowledgement of where the stadium is,” said Miles. A public walkway would weave itself around the sport and leisure complex and waterfront with stopping points for the boutique hotel and museums. “It’s a mini version of facilities like Darling Harbour,” he said.

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Mr Buffalo’s vision would incorporate an outdoor concert venue as a place to hold functions, weddings, New Years Eve events and markets. The north facing outdoor concert venue would be solar powered through solar tech paint of an approximate capacity of 5800 square metres. “Facing north it would collect solar energy and light and cast a shadow to the south, providing shade

for the people at the venue.” Miles has proposed the venue as an Indigenous icon for the first people of Gosford. “Every city has an icon, every city is identified by their icon, this venue would have solar capacity and would put Gosford on the map. “It’s an icon that represents an environmentally friendly city,” said Miles. The largest form of the outdoor concert venue would be supported by two storage facilities that Miles said can be used for water tanks or a place to house storage and amenities. “It’s meant to be a public open space for people to enjoy, it could have circuses there, concerts they could have anything.”

Gosford News is interested in hearing the thoughts and views of community members about Miles Buffalo’s proposal in our forum section. To send a letter to Gosford News email editorial@gosfordnews.org or phone 4325 7369.

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Youths graduate from apprenticeship program

New teacher at Niagra Park Public School iagra Park Public School has welcomed a new teacher to its school, Ms Katrina Gabriel, who will teach one of the school’s year one classes.

Principal Mr Warrick Hannon has congratulated Ms Gabriel and said she was selected from a huge field of applicants. “Will join Mrs. Joanna Henderson (6H) as new staff members in term 2,” he said. “A final thank you to Mrs Juliet McLoughlin (1A),

Kickstart Carpentry and Metals and Engineering graduates with TAFE teacher Geoff Dove and Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O'Neill

wenty-four Central Coast youths graduated from a Kickstart Pre-apprenticeship training course at a ceremony held at Green Central Mt Penang Parklands two weeks ago.

Graduates were required to complete over 300 hours of face-to-face training in Metals and Engineering, Hairdressing or Carpentry qualifications. The program was highly competitive with over 200 applications received in October last year. Mr Chris Ruming, from The Entrance North, was working as a security guard for 10 months before he started the Metals and Engineering course and said he saw it as an opportunity

to retrain. “I really wanted to get an apprenticeship as a boilermaker, so when I got a spot in the course I grabbed it with both hands,” he said. Mr Ruming was one of 10 other course graduates across all trades who were offered employment with local businesses on completion of the course. State Training Services Program Manager Ms Katie Hilton said Kickstart Preapprenticeship Training courses are producing a

Fete celebrates birthday arara Public Schools is currently planning its school fete to be held on Saturday, November, 12, marking the school’s 13th birthday on the new site.

Money raised will be used to upgrade the school’s playground equipment. All families in the school community are asked to get involved in the fete in one way or another. The school is calling on someone to co-ordinate the

barbeque with calls also for donations for the chocolate wheel and white elephant stall. Newsletter, 7 Mar 2011 Greg Frolich, Narara Public School

competitive pool of young people who present a great opportunity for local employers wanting to take on work-ready apprentices. “Kickstart courses are extremely practical and focus on trade-specific skills so employers are getting job-ready young people,” she said. Central Coast TAFE provided the training for all three trade areas at their Gosford and Ourimbah campuses. Central Coast TAFE

Kickstart spokesperson Ms Louise Frankiewicz said she was extremely happy with the job success rate and Kickstart Preapprenticeship Training courses give young people a leg-up in the industry. “The units they complete are credited toward the first year of their apprenticeship so they can complete the trade and get on with the career they want,” she said. Media Release, 4 Apr 2011 Jessica Oldfield, Youth Connections

School deters pigeons iagra Park Public School has installed a bird deterrent sound emitter in the school due to recurrent pigeon problems.

“Unfortunately a flock of pigeons has decided to make our COLA’s their home,” said Niagra Park principal Mr Warrick Hannon. “Their droppings on the asphalt below is constant (we clean it up regularly) and problematic. “We have done a lot of research into methods of eradicating the pigeons from our school.

“As a result, we are purchasing (at significant expense) a bird deterrent sound emitter that frightens the birds away. “There will be some noises heard by humans but nothing distressing to us,” he said. Newsletter, 8 Apr 2011 Warrick Hannon, Niagra Park Public School

Mrs. Gwen Kannapinn (6T) and Mrs. Emma Mallarky (Relieving Assistant Principal) for the outstanding jobs they have done in their relieving capacities this term,” said Mr Hannon. Newsletter, 8 Apr 2011 Warrick Hannon, Niagra Park Public School

Have your say on National School Chaplaincy program he Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill has urged students, teachers and parents on the Central Coast to have their say about the Government’s National School Chaplaincy Program.

“I know firsthand the good work that our school chaplains do on the Central Coast,” said Ms O’Neill. “We’re asking for public feedback about the National School Chaplaincy Program and options for its expansion.” “Now is the chance for people of the Coast to have their say about how they value this program.” “Nationally, we have committed $222 million to 2681 schools that currently have a School Chaplain,” said Ms O’Neill. “Our overall commitment means up to 1000 additional schools will benefit from the School Chaplaincy program from next year,” she said.

There are 10 schools in the seat of Robertson that have chaplains under the National School Chaplaincy program comprising of Central Coast Adventist School, Erina High School, Henry Kendall High School Public School, Narara Valley High School, Niagara Park Public School, Point Clare Public School, St Edward’s Christian Brothers College, St Philip’s Christian College Gosford and the Coast Christian School. Media release, 15 Feb 2011 Matt Pulford, Office of Deborah O’Neill MP

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Central Coast students exhibited across NSW wo Central Coast art students have had their 2010 HSC artworks selected for Art Express and will have their works exhibited in selected galleries across NSW.

Ms Peta Lilley from Kincumber High School and Ms Hannah Jane Sharp from Narara Valley High School were selected from 9783 students who submitted artworks as part of the 2010 Higher School Certificate Visual Arts examination. Ms Lilley from Copacabana submitted a collection of works titled Bird Song which will be exhibited at Goulburn Regional Art Gallery from May 12 to June 21 and Western Plains Cultural Centre Dubbo Regional Gallery from July 2 to September 4. Ms Sharp from Wyoming will have her drawing Everything That Is Dear To

Me exhibited at Newcastle Region Art Gallery from March 5 to May 8. The Art Express exhibitions include the work of 325 students from schools across NSW and are curated to provide a full range of expressive forms at each venue. The works of Ms Sharp and Ms Lilley were nominated during the marking of the HSC Visual Arts by the markers of the Visual Arts practical works. Media Release, 28 Jan 2011 Sven Wright, DET

Harmony Day event raises money for Christchurch

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Dance college holds graduation ceremony entral Coast b a s e d Indigenous Dance College, NAISDA, held its graduation ceremony for its 2010 students on Friday, March 25, at the Gosford Regional Gallery, with key note speaker Gail Mabo.

The ceremony honored the college’s 31 graduating students and also featured cultural performances from Elcho Island in North East Arnhem Land and Torres Strait Islands, as well as pieces by NAISDA’s own alumni. The graduates were addressed by Gail Mabo, the daughter of Eddie Mabo and both a graduate and board member of NAISDA, who provided students with motivational advice as they prepare to enter the workforce. NAISDA’s executive director Ms Kim Walker said she believes the ceremony was the perfect opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of the college’s students. “NAISDA Dance College

(L to R) Warren Mundine, Travis DeVries and Office for the Arts representative Mr Kim Allen

provides Indigenous students from around Australia a chance to rediscover their culture through the art of traditional and contemporary dance,” he said. Past NAISDA graduates have included the likes of

Stephen Page, Christine Anu and Marilyn Miller and many have used the dance school as a plateau for international success. “Many of our students have gone on to perform all over the world and I know that 2010’s graduating class

will be no exception,” said Mr Walker. Media Release, 23 Mar 2011 Katey Small, Brilliant Logic

oint Clare Public School raised $423 on Monday, March 21, through gold coin donations for Harmony Day.

All proceeds will go toward the Christchurch Earthquake Appeal. “The message of tolerance and appreciation for individual differences and cultural diversity shone through,” said Harmony Day coordinator Ms Ingrid Hasler. Students wore orange clothes to represent the theme of universal Harmony Day. “Children in K-2 also thoroughly enjoyed their Taste of Harmony luncheon,” said Ms Hasler. “It was very exciting for our youngest children to have the opportunity to sample foods from around the world. Newsletter, 29 Mar 2011 Lee Oliver, Point Clare Public School

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Council to lower shop vacancy rate new project will be launched in Gosford on Monday, April 11, to clean up the vacant shops in the CBD.

The program has been developed by GBID and Break Thru People Solutions and Integrated Service Provider, ACS. “This is an exciting partnership project and a win-win for all parties. Gosford Business Improvement District inc (GBID) has been working with Break Thru People Solutions to identify two people who will proactively clean the windows of vacant shops in Gosford as well

ocal artist Ms Karen Bloomfield of Bensville chose not to be daunted by the hype surrounding the prestigious Archibald portrait prize, when she entered one of her works, the Sleek Geek.

Bloomfield, who staged her first successful collaborative exhibition at the Gosford Regional Gallery earlier this year, said she realized the truth of the statement, “a career

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as remove rubbish under the doors, cobwebs and graffiti as required,” said GBID manager Mr Paul Brasch. “The idea of the program is to clean up the shops, to make them more presentable to prospective tenants and in doing so, reduce the shop vacancy rate in Gosford. “The current cleaning contractors, ACS applauded the initiative and quickly came on

board by supplying all the cleaning equipment required as well as specialist training in window cleaning. “We sincerely thank our project partners, Break Thru and ACS who have helped make this project a reality. “We will now work towards making sure the project is a resounding success,” he said. Media Release, 6 Apr 2011 Paul Brasch, GBID

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Council gives citizens opportunity to send condolences osford Council have arranged for a condolence book to be available for visitors to the Gosford Regional Gallery and Arts Centre to send messages of support to Gosford’s Sister City, Edogawa, following the devastating earthquake in Japan.

The book will be sent to mayor of Edogawa City Cr Masami Tada next month to express the community’s condolences to the citizens of Edogawa. Mayor of Gosford City Cr Laurie Maher said the condolence book is a way to collectively send our thoughts and prayers to Edogawa. “As a community we can send our condolences to our Sister City, Edogawa and to all of those who have been affected by this terrible disaster. “During times like these people can feel as though there is nothing they can do to help, but these messages of support will go a long way

towards lifting the spirits of a City that has lost so much. “I encourage everyone to visit the Gallery and pay their respects to a nation which has endured so much over the past few weeks,” said Cr Maher. The book, which was donated by White Lady Funerals, will be available to sign during the next few weeks. The Gosford Regional Gallery and Arts Centre is located at 36 Webb Street, East Gosford and is open 7 days from 10am to 4pm for signings. Media Release, 31 Mar 2011 Gosford Council Media

Youth Centre holds band night

he event is the culmination of this term’s school music program which has been running at the Youth Centre for a number of years.

The program, run by volunteer and local musician Mr Jason Xavier operates on Monday and Friday afternoons and encourages young people to write their own material and play within a group setting. Youth Centre Coordinator

Mr Jonathan Clarke said that he couldn’t be happier with the student’s progress. “Since participating in the program, the boys have become quite accomplished musicians; however it’s their all round development, attitude and commitment

which has been great to see. Mr Clarke said that local musician Mr Xavier proved popular with students and worked hard over the term to ready students for their performance. “Jason has been an excellent music tutor and

all the boys who have taken part in the program cannot thank him enough for his enthusiasm, commitment and dedication to helping them develop their music skills,” added Mr Clarke. Media release, 18 Mar 2011 Gosford Council Media

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New entertainer for Golden Oldies fter sixteen years of entertaining, former TV star Mr Chris King has left the Gosford Imperial Shopping Centre Golden Oldies Club in favour of a new venture as Central Coast Tourism’s event manager.

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Gosford’s town crier Mr Steven Clarke will now take on the Imperial Centre’s stage as King’s replacement. “The once a month meeting of our Golden Oldies Club provides members with a place to catch up and be entertained, and the centre’s retailers usually have specials and discounts on offer for members of the club,” said centre manager Ms Deborah Warwick. Ms Warwick said Mr King will be missed but Mr Clarke will entertain the members and prove to be popular with them and she looks forward to continuing the club for many years to come. The Golden Oldies club, having around 1000 members, meets once a month at the Imperial Shopping Centre where they are treated to a free morning tea along with entertainment and costs nothing to join, all this forming part of the centre’s philosophy of supporting and giving back to the community. “I will be coordinating the Springtime Flora Festival in 2012 now in its 25th year and looking to encourage new events to the region,”

he Central Coast Potter’s Society will hold its Autumn Exhibition in Studio 1 at Gosford Regional Gallery from Friday, May 13, to Wednesday, May 25.

On display and for sale will be a wide range of ceramic items hand made by members of the Central Coast Potter’s Society. They will vary from functional ware such as cups, bowls and platters to highly decorative pieces. “You could find that very special gift for occasions such as

Mother’s Day, birthdays, weddings or even a gift for yourself,” said Central Coast Potter’s Society publicity officer Ms Michele Waddington. “Combine your visit with a stroll around the beautiful Japanese gardens and a coffee or lunch at the gallery cafe. “ If a visit to the

exhibition sparks your interest, there are classes available for adults and children in the potter’s workshop, just a short distance from the gallery,” said Ms Waddington. Email, 6 Apr 2011 Michele Waddington, CCPS

Seal sighting serves as safety reminder Steven Clarke

said Mr King on the move to his new role. “There is an opportunity to bring new events to the immediate Gosford area as

well as to the coast generally and I am excited at being part of it,” he said. Val Bridge

he National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) have reminded the community to keep a safe distance from wild animals after a fur seal was seen at Avoca Beach last month.

NPWS Regional Manager Ms Bronwyn Conyers said that it was quite common for seals to haul-out and rest on beaches and rock platforms but that they should not be approached under any circumstances. “Usually we see seals later in the year during winter so while this fur seal is a bit early it’s by no means unusual for seals to be seen on the Central Coast,” Ms Conyers said. “While it may be tempting to approach them or try and help it is important

to remember that in most cases the animals are not in trouble but are merely resting on shore and that they will depart within a day or two. “Seals are perfectly capable of returning to the sea without any assistance and are wild animals that deserved to be treated with respect. “Interference by humans and dogs can cause them great stress and seals can be surprisingly aggressive when frightened. “They have large, very

sharp teeth with strong jaws and can inflict severe injuries. “We recommend that people keep themselves and their dogs at least 40 metres away from any resting seals for the protection of both themselves and the seal. “If someone is concerned that a seal is visibly injured they should call the local Parks Office on 4320 4200.” Media Release, 18 Mar 2011 Emma Peterson, NPWS

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“We will have around 30 community organisations holding stalls on the day, highlighting the work that volunteers do within their community,” said Niagra park Community Centre executive officer Ms Michelle Vanstone. The Expo is being held in National Volunteer Week and this year the theme is “Inspiring the Volunteer in You”. Email, 7 Apr 2011 Michelle Vanstone, Niagra Park Community Centre

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Community trading day trading day will be held on Sunday, May 1, at Kariong Eco Gardens from 10am to 1pm.

Central Coast Lets is a not for profit system that allows members to trade services and goods with other local people without money. Members provide services to other members. This can be anything from fixing a fence, to baking a cake, or walking the dog. Goods such as children’s toys and clothing can also be traded. The group has businesses involved, including printers,

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Anzac Day Service osford RSL Sub Branch will hold its annual Anzac Day Service and Dawn service at Gosford Cenotaph on Monday April 25.

The Dawn Service will begin at 6am, after a short march, commencing at 5:45am, along Mann St to the Cenotaph The parade for the main service will form up at 10:15am in Donnison St and march off at 10:30am. The parade will proceed along Mann St to the Cenotaph before the service commences at approximately 11am. There will be vintage cars available for veterans who are unable to march so they can still participate in the parade. The parade will be led by the Sub Branch president and students from St Phillips Christian College and 2010 Kokoda Trek participant Mr Hywel Barker will give the address at the service. “We are lucky enough to have members from the Sing Australia Gosford Choir to participate in both services,” said Gosford RSL Sub Branch honorary secretary Ms Patsy Edwards. “At the Main service, they

will be singing a song during the service, accompanied by the Narara Valley High School Band, as well as leading the hymns. “Members from the 113Fd Battery 7 Field Regiment Royal Aust Artillery Army Reserve Unit will form the Catafalque Guard for this service, and there will also be two WWII Jeeps participating in the parade,” she said. The Annual Anzac Badge Day Appeal will be held during the week leading up to, Thursday, April 21. Badges will be sold and around the Gosford area, including Gosford Station. “Due to the hard work of the Auxiliary, funds raised from the sale of these badges goes to the welfare of Veterans and ex Service men and women and serving members of the Defence Force,” said Ms Edwards. Media Release, 31 Mar 2011 Patsy Edwards, Gosford RSL Sub Branch

Last year’s winners Sons of Alamo

he annual Battle of the Bands at The Hub, Erina, began for 2011 on Friday, April 8, with the first four bands lighting up the stage during Youth Week for heat one of the competition.

First Aid Emergency, Modern Day Tragedy, Unhappy and Two Steps Twice kicked off the competition with their eyes on the prize package, including thousands of dollars worth of music equipment courtesy of The Hub, Better Futures and Macron Music; a free day of recording with Caravan Records and intensive artist development opportunities through Musicians Making A Difference (MMAD). Last year’s winners, Sons of Alamo went to

work shortly after winning the competition, recording a new single and getting the opportunity to play in front of a number of record labels at a MMAD Conference in Sydney last month. Erina Youth Centre coordinator Mr. Steve Knee said the competition can be the perfect launching pad for any band looking to make it big. “We have had a number of bands come through and gain great exposure from the competition and get a real leg up into the

industry. “This will be our seventh year of Battle of the Bands and it looks like it will be our best year yet, the competition for this year’s title is very strong. “This year’s audiences will be blown away by the talent on stage,” said Mr Knee. Battle of the Bands at The Hub is open to school students of any skill level. A heat is held every month and up to four bands will compete in each heat. Music vouchers from

The Hub, Macron Music and Gosford Council Youth Services will be up for grabs. The winners of each heat will go into the Semi Finals held in September, with the Grand Final taking place in November. All performances will be held at The Hub Youth Entertainment Venue, Erina from 6.30pm. Admission is $5 and all are welcome to attend. Media Release, 28 Mar 2011 Gosford Council Media

Council seeks student input tudents from Narara Public School have been invited by Council to write or draw the playground facilities they would like to see at Caroline Cox Reserve, Niagra Park.

Gosford Council has allocated funds to improve the facilities and playground at the Reserve and is seeking student input. “Council is keen to involve the local community

in planning for refurbishment of the park which will be conducted in the second half of this year,” said Narara Public School principal Mr Greg Frohlich. Mr Frohlich said Council’s

Parks and Reserves Department spoke to students and paper was distributed for children to either write about or draw the facilities they would like to have in the park.

A public consultation meeting on the park will be held in the school hall on Thursday, April 28, at 7pm. Newsletter, 28 Mar 2011 Greg Frohlich, Narara Public School

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Fibre and fabric crafts on exhibition

Film night promotes cultural harmony Filipino-themed film night, promoting harmony and diversity, was held on Friday, March 18, at The Hub, Erina.

entral Coast Handweavers, Spinners and Textile Arts Guild will hold an Exhibition and Sale of Members Works at the Gosford Lions Community Hall on the weekend of May 21 and 22.

The members work across a variety of fibre and fabric crafts including weaving, spinning, dyeing of fleeces, felting and patchwork and quilting.

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Youth encouraged for arts grants he member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill has encouraged Central Coast youth groups to put in their bids for $500,000 in government grants to support the artistic and creative development of Australia’s young people.

“Local organisations can apply for up to $70,000 to engage young people in activities that develop their

skills and build connections within their communities,” said Ms O’Neill. “Federal Labor is

supporting the local organisations that support grassroots activities that help young Australians

Hosted by Gosford Council Youth Services and the Northern Settlement Services’ Central Coast Multicultural Family Support Program, the event followed on from the Film Global nights held over the past few years and was the first in the 2011 series that celebrated a different culture each month. Film nights held in previous years showcased Mexican, African, Italian, Indian, Turkish, Chilean, Chinese, South American, African, French and IranianPersian cultures. The Filipino film Caregiver was screened

and The Australian Filipino Association (AFA) provided tasting of traditional foods. The AFA comprises over 100 families and has been contributing to the development of the Central Coast community for almost 20 years, raising funds for the Red Cross, Gosford Hospital Children’s Ward, Wyong Hospital Maternity Ward, the Bush Fire Brigade and Woy Woy Hospital. They are currently raising funds for Police Community and Youth Centres (PCYC)’s. Media Release, 14 Mar 2011 Gosford Council media

Workshop aims to support grieving children seminar providing families with an understanding of how children grieve and ways to support them through their grief will be held at Chertsey Primary School.

become better engaged with our communities.” “The consequences of disengagement are great, poor educational achievement, risky behaviour, and even crime. So I’m delighted that the Gillard Government is doing its bit to help young people on the Central Coast find their passion,” she said. The new round of grants has been announced by Youth Minister Mr Peter Garrett as part of National Youth Week, Australia’s largest celebration of young people, which is now in its 11th year. “I’m really looking forward to getting out and about with our dynamic and talented Central Coast young people at a number of events in Youth Week,” said Ms O’Neill. Media Release, 4 Apr 2011 Matt Pulford, Office of Deborah O’Neill Mp

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School prefects attend Young Leader’s Day hertsey Public School year six prefects attended the National Young Leader’s day on Monday, March 28 along with over 7000 young leaders from all over Australia.

Five speakers attended the event including Army soldier Mr Mike Martin, Fire Brigade Commissioner Mr Greg Mullins, wheelchair Gold medallist Mr Kurt Fearnley, sailor Ms Jessica Watson and Ms Talia Fowler who won the 2009 So You Think You Can Dance

competition. Students said they were inspired by stories about leadership and were excited to see the dance group, Capree. Newsletter, 5 Apr 2011 John Anderson, Chertsey Public School

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Gosford WPL girls conﬁdence high after cup win he Peter Hill Central Coast Cup, men’s and ladies’, games were contested at Pluim Park in perfect conditions on Sunday, March 27.

The first game of the day was the women’s clash between Gosford and Doyalson where the first twenty minutes saw Gosford hardly getting out of their own half of the pitch. Doyalson’s continued attack kept last year’s WPL champions, Gosford, on the back foot, before they eventually settled and started to take the game to Doyalson. The breakthrough came in the dying minutes of the first half from Gosford striker Lisa Sullivan’s deflected shot on goal settling in the back of Doyalson’s net to put Gosford one up at the break. In the final 45 minutes, Gosford started to take charge and while chances went astray, including a missed penalty, they held greater possession of the ball. Doyalson’s frustration boiled over in the 80th minute when Pammy McClelland was given a straight yellow card for a careless tackle on Ange Beattie just outside the 18 yard box, the ensuing

free kick going wide and providing no real advantage for Gosford. At full time Gosford came away with a slender one nil win. “Doyalson are no slouches and will prove to be worthy WPL contenders this season,” said Gosford coach Mr Mark Yule. He went on to say the $1000 prize money will go toward new jerseys for the team. In the men’s final, East Gosford defeated Berkley Vale in a penalty shoot out 5-3. The cup, as a prelude to the Central Coast Football’s season, attracted teams from many of the football clubs around the coast. Played as a round robin competition it attracted 18 men’s teams and 12 women’s teams. The first round of the WPL played on Sunday, April 3, saw Avoca lose to Gosford 6-0, The Entrance going down 6-1 to Doyalson, and Tuggerah getting up 2-1 over Wyoming. Media Release, 5 Apr 2011 Val Bridge

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he Central Coast Women’s Soccer League kicked off their season opener on the morning of Sunday, April 3.

The Kincumber Roos took on the Kariong Cougars in a game that showcased up and coming talent. “While both teams played exceptionally well in the heat, it was the Roos goaly that stood out,” said onlooker Ms Jody Mckinnon. “On debut Dion Baker saved over twenty goals from the relentless Cougars, quite an impressive start for a player that hasn’t previously played soccer and until Sunday had never set foot in a full size Goal,” she said. “The final score was Cougars 4-1, a respectable result for both teams and a good start to what looks like a great season ahead,” said Ms Mckinnon. Email, 5 Apr 2011 Jody Mckinnon, Umina Photo: Val Bridge

At last, a Sports newspaper covering the entire Central Coast! Following on from the successes of publishing the ever popular Peninsula News since 1999, Bowls News Central Coast since 2005 and recently, Gosford Central News, Ducks Crossing Publications has extended that same style and formula to publish a monthly sport newspaper for the entire Central Coast. This new publication, Central Coast Grandstand, will only carry news relating to sport, at all levels, across the Central Coast and in this way, is able to provide a wealth of information for readers interested in sport. This includes federal, state and local government sport news, academy and association news, club news, events, registration days, scoreboard, tides, school sport, letters and anything relevant to sport on the Coast. It is a true newspaper and advertising content is restricted to a maximum of 40% of content. Central Coast Grandstand is published monthly and distributed to all clubs, taverns, shopping centres, libraries, service stations, sporting venues, newsagents, sport related retail outlets and anywhere else, from Morisset to Mooney Mooney, where large numbers of people are likely to be. 18,000 copies are printed and it is published and distributed on a Thursday. In this way it can carry the previous weekend’s sport news as well as news about the coming weekend’s activities. Central Coast Grandstand is also a public forum for sport on the Coast. All residents, participants, relevant community groups, government and non-government organisations, businesses, employees and visitors to the area are encouraged to send in contributions, letters, notices on forthcoming activities or anything else that they feel readers will want to know about. Central Coast Grandstand is of great beneﬁt to all sport on the Coast as well as to the health and welfare of all involved residents on the Coast. Major and minor sports all have a voice and junior, school and senior sport also has an opportunity for exposure and promotion to like-minded people. Businesses and other organisation in the area can also be some of the greatest beneﬁciaries of Central Coast Grandstand because they are now able to promote their products and services directly to their target groups and to young audiences that do not normally read other more general publications. If you are involved in a sport, or a business or organisation that has an involvement with sport, feel free to send us news or contact us for more information.

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Rabbitohs win nail biter

Council to support Bears NRL bid osford Council has accepted an invitation from the Central Coast Bears to become a foundation member to support the Central Coast Bears’ submission of acceptance into the 2013 NRL competition.

Gosford Council will be one of only 100 Foundation Members in total and will be acknowledged as a key supporter in the Central Coast Bears bid to join the NRL Premiership competition. The memberships are aimed at assisting the Central Coast bears in operational funding for their bid process and beyond. According to Council’s report on Tuesday, March 22, the $5000 foundation membership fee will not impact on Council’s

financial position as it will be extracted from recurrent funding within the Tourism and Business Development Levy Account. The report also stated that the foundation membership fee is non-refundable should the Bears’ bid be unsuccessful. The Central Coast Bears currently have over 5500 paid up members and 65 other entities as foundation members. Council Agenda MM.3, 22 Mar 2011

School receives cricket gear oint Clare Public School has received $350 worth of cricket equipment after one of the School’s cricket teams went through the Milo Super 8 cricket competition undefeated at Doyalson on Friday, March 25.

P ylan Farrell’s second hat-trick in just his ninth NRL game helped South Sydney seal a 32-30 victory over Manly in a thrilling clash at Gosford’s Bluetongue Stadium on Friday, April 1.

Manly halfback Daly Cherry-Evans had the chance to take the game into extra time with the last play of the match after William Hopoate darted his way over the line to stun the home supporters, but his kick drifted to the left of the posts to hand Souths the points. Farrell, 19, who scored a treble on his debut against Wests Tigers last season, opened the scoring in the eighth minute following some great work from debutant Kane Morgan, who flicked the ball into his path following a Chris Sandow kick. Morgan turned hero to villain seven minutes later when he misjudged a Kieran Foran kick into the endgoal area and Jamie Buhrer pounced for the opening try of his career. However, Manly undid their good work in the following set when Joe Galuvao lost possession

and giant backrower David Taylor produced a perfectlyweighted grubber kick for Fetuli Talanoa to touch down in the left corner. The Sea Eagles, who went into the game on the back of two successive victories, continued to press in the opening period with Foran once again looking a class act. It was the young Kiwi five-eighth who set up his side’s second four-pointer with a fine cut-out pass that left Souths’ defence flatfooted, allowing Buhrer to double his career tally. C h e r r y - E v a n s ’ conversion failed to find the target, giving the Rabbitohs a two-point advantage, which they increased to six when Farrell scored his second on the stroke of halftime. Des Hasler’s side got off to the perfect start in the second period when young backrower Daniel Harrison came off the bench to power

his way over from close range. But Souths hit back in emphatic fashion with three tries in eight minutes to make it 32-14 and complete what appeared to be a comfortable victory. Farrell was forced to leave the field with a dislocated shoulder and Souths appeared to implode in his absence as Manly clawed their way back from the dead. Anthony Watmough pulled a try back after Michael Robertson bravely flicked a high ball into his path nine minutes from time. Michael Oldfield then narrowed the gap further with a searing run and finish on the right wing with Cherry-Evans adding the extras. And with Souths hanging on for dear life, Hopoate scored his fourth try in as many games. Souths coach John Lang admitted he was “death-

The School entered three teams of year six girls who each played five games of cricket. Photos: Andrew Mooney All the girls received a riding” Cherry-Evans’ final Milo show bag and poster kick, but said his side deserved to win despite falling away towards the end of the game. “It’s never over until it’s over, we were running out of gas, we were out of interchanges, we just couldn’t get the ball,” Lang said. “We’ve let sides back into the game too often this season, but I think it was a step in the right direction even though we are not really where we want to be.” Manly were without Brett Stewart, who injured a hamstring in training, but coach Hasler said he was disappointed not to win the game, despite being 18 points behind in the second half. “I thought we were good enough to win it. We’re not happy with the 32 points we had posted against us,” Hasler said. “Brett hurt his hamstring in training yesterday, but he will be fine for next week.” Website, 1 Apr 2011 Ian McCullough, NRL

for participating on the day. Newsletter, 29 Mar 2011 Lee Oliver, Point Clare Public School