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Central Coast Cancer Centre officially opened he $38.6 million Central Coast Cancer Centre officially opened to patients on Monday, March 25, and will provide enhanced cancer care services across the region.

The Central Coast Cancer Centre encompasses new radiotherapy and expanded chemotherapy facilities at Gosford Hospital, as well as a satellite clinic and day oncology unit at Wyong Hospital. Patients will be able to receive the full spectrum of cancer services including intensive treatment, prevention, screening, palliative care and support care. The $38.6 million project was made possible by a $28.6 million contribution from the Australian Government’s Health and Hospitals Fund and $10 million from the NSW Government. Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill opened the centre and was joined by Health Minister Ms Jillian Skinner, Minister for the Central Coast Mr Chris Hartcher, Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein, Member for Wyong Mr Darren Webber and Member for The Entrance Mr Chris Spence. “The service will provide high quality and efficient cancer treatment such as radiotherapy services featuring a state of the art CT scanner and two linear

Minister for the Central Coast Mr Chris Hartcher, Member for Wyong Mr Darren Webber, Member for The Entrance Mr Chris Spence, Minister for Health Ms Jillian Skinner, Cancer Voices representative Ms Kathy Smith, Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill, Candles representative Ms Lyn Smith, Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein, Cancer services director Dr Campbell Tiley and Central Coast Local Health District chair Mr Paul Tonkin at the Cancer Centre ribbon cutting

accelerators providing pinpoint accuracy during treatment,” said Ms Skinner. “The two linear accelerators will have the capacity to treat close to 800 patients each year,” she said. Mr Hartcher said, “The new centre will include an area for professional development to educate the local workforce including teaching, training and research; a very important feature in an age of rapidly advancing technology, new drugs and improved treatment methods”. Mr Holstein said, “The facility will also feature

an information centre for patients, carers and staff, provided through a partnership arrangement with the Cancer Council”. Ms O’Neill said patients, families, and the local health community had been crying out for local cancer treatment for nearly 20 years. “Cancer patients on the Coast will now have access to cancer services of the highest standard right here in our region, reducing the need to suffer the pain and indignity of traveling to Sydney or Newcastle. “Having bulk billed treatment services here on

the Coast will also mean that patients and their families won’t need to make the tough decision to mortgage their homes or get a loan to pay for private treatment. “All Australians with cancer should have access to the right care, close to their homes and loved ones, irrespective of where they live or their social circumstances. “I commend the work of Kathy Smith of Cancer Voices, Lyn Smith from the Candles Cancer Support Group, as well as Paul Tonkin and Matt Hanrahan from Gosford Hospital for

their hard work in lobbying successive State and Federal Government to ensure that our locals have access to this vital service,” Ms O’Neill said. The Central Coast Cancer Centre includes three radiotherapy bunkers, two linear accelerators, radiotherapy planning and support areas, expansion of chemotherapy treatment spaces from 10 to 15, patient consultation areas, waiting and reception spaces, multi-disciplinary consulting rooms, cancer patient information and support services for patients, carers and

clinicians, refurbishment of existing space to accommodate multidisciplinary consulting accommodation at Wyong including waiting and reception functions and a range of associated treatment and planning equipment including one computed tomography (CT) scanner. Media Release, 24 Mar 2013 Richard Mehrtens, Office of Deborah O’Neill MP Media Release, 25 Mar 2013 Terry Hayes, Northern Sydney Central Coast Health

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he $38.6 million Central Coast Cancer Centre officially opened to patients on Monday, March 25, and will provide enhanced cancer care services across the region.

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Foreshore work to start in May ferry wharf to Picnic Pde and major beach renourishment works which will restore Ettalong Beach to a 15 metre width. “These works are a culmination of nearly 18 years of lobbying by the Peninsula Chamber to have the foreshore upgraded so that the area can once again attract visitors to Ettalong and boost the local economy. “We are also delighted that Council may also allocate an additional $2.4 million towards the much needed revetment wall along Lance Webb Reserve that will ﬁnally repair the severe erosion in this area.

“This is important and vital investment in the local community would demonstrate Council’s commitment to boosting the fortunes of the Ettalong Beach town centre. “Council is also proposing a new café-restaurant building on the proposed reclamation area at the end of Beach St which is due to go out for public comment on March 13. “While this is inconsistent with what the Chamber envisaged as part of the plan of management, we recognise that it is an important piece of infrastructure that has the potential to raise revenue for the ongoing upkeep of the foreshore reserve,”

said Mr Wales. “We will be keen to look at the proposal and how it ﬁts within the management plan and gauge how it may further activate the foreshore area”. “Overall, the funding announcements are welcome news to the Chamber and the local business community and we look forward to the work commencing in May,” said Mr Wales. Media Release, 12 Mar 2013 Matthew Wales, Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

Patonga plan placed on exhibition Gosford Council has placed the Draft Patonga Crown Reserves and Dark Corner Cottages Crown Lands Plan of Management on public exhibition on Saturday, March 16. The document will remain on public exhibition for 28 days and Council will accept submissions for 42 days from the date it was placed on exhibition. Council will adopt the tabled documents should no submissions be received that a comprise signiﬁcant objection to the Draft Patonga Crown Reserves and Dark Corner Cottages Crown Lands Plan of Management. Should signiﬁcant objections be received, a further report will be prepared for the Council detailing submissions received.

Gosford Council’s director city services Mr Stephen Glen said in his report to Council that Patonga Crown Reserves contained public lands that provided social, recreational, environmental and economic values that had the potential to provide a range of conservation and tourism based experiences. “The draft Patonga Crown Reserves and Dark Corner Cottages Crown Lands Plan of Management will facilitate how these goals can be achieved, whilst simultaneously aiming to protect the unique character of the coastal village.” Mr Glen’s report stated that the core principles of the Plan of Management were to ensure that the essential character of the area was maintained and strengthened in a sustainable manner, and to improve the condition of, and community

access to, public areas, particularly the foreshore. They were also to address issues of public risk and safety, to manage heritage items, to manage increased demands on accommodation and commercial opportunities. Other aims were to address the adequate provision of car parking, to promote the features of the area so that they may be fairly enjoyed by all members of the community and to prevent the degradation of Crown Land caused by inappropriate or over use. In 2006, the Department of Lands provided funding for the preparation of a Plan of Management for Patonga Caravan and Camping Area which has been in progress since February 2007. In December 2007, Council was approached by the then NSW

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Department of Lands requesting that the Draft Plan of Management for the Caravan and Camping Area be incorporated into a Patonga Crown Reserves and Dark Corner Cottages Crown Lands Plan of Management. Due to signiﬁcant time constraints in the preparation of the overarching Patonga Crown Reserves and Dark Corner Cottages Crown Lands Plan of Management, it was decided that the Draft Patonga Caravan and Camping Area Plan of Management be placed on public exhibition in June 2008 given its prominent foreshore location, crown land assessment, and popularity amongst both visitors and local residents. In May 2009, after review of the submissions received and further advancement of the Patonga Crown Reserves and Dark Corner Cottages Crown Lands Plan of Management,

it was decided that the amendments would need to go back out on public exhibition. The outcomes of community consultation led to the development of management objectives which included the protection of the scenic value and ecologically sustainable limits of the Land, improvements to access and circulation, continuance and improvement of public and park amenities and recreational amenities, provision of security through improved vehicular access and increased security surveillance, promotion of the area as a family friendly caravan and camping area and recreational area and recognition of the signiﬁcance and history of the land in any future management options. Gosford Council Agenda CIT.8, 5 Mar 2013

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he Central Coast Country Music Festival was held on the weekend 2013 Toyota Star Maker busking competitions James, Bryce Sainty, of Friday, March 8, to Sunday, March 10, at Memorial Park, The Winner Ms Kaylee Bell, which attracted record Liam Brew, Kelly Hope, Mr Craig Morrison, entries providing free Christie Lamb and the Entrance.

Camille and Stuie, entertainment throughout Brothers 3,” said Mr Wolverines and Melinda the township. Barnes. The event had a mostly fully booked extremely high Schneider. “ A u d i e n c e s line-up of over 90 of throughout the weekend. occupancy rates. thrilled with Media release, 12 Mar 2013 “Other highlights were “Saturday featured of the weekend were performances on the Donna Judge, The Entrance “Accommodation Australia’s country Town Centre Management recorded Simply Bushed, the the junior and senior Sails Stage by Kristy artists and performers properties at over 25 venues throughout Wyong Shire and Gosford City. “This event is a wonderful boost for the local economy, said The Entrance Town Centre Management manager Mr Paul Barnes. “Large numbers of visitors, both locally and from out of town, came to the region to attend the festival. “We are delighted to welcome visitors to our town and the region each year for this event, which is now starting to rival other large Country Music Festivals in Australia. “The festival, having celebrated its 13th year, is not only for our local community to enjoy but is beneﬁcial to the local economy through job creation. “Picture perfect weather for the entire three days saw huge crowds gather on the foreshore of The Melinda Schneider at the Country Music Festival Entrance with venues

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They were joined on the medal dais by team mate Jason Fawcett, who also won gold in what was his third fight, and Kyle Schneider who missed out on gold after he was ruled out for the finals bout by the doctor. “For Satali, this was to be his third straight Australian Title, and was won with the style, flair and power the young man has become renowned for,” said Umina PCYC coach Joel Keegan. “He faced a tough and rugged Queensland opponent Lachie De Santis who could not contain the Brisbane Water High School captain, as he raced away to win 17-1, the biggest margin of the entire week of the National Championships. “His Queensland opponent tried everything he could to compete and upset the rhythm of the Umina boxer, but to no avail as young Satali was clinical, repeatedly landing powerful shots that forced at least one eight count against a very willing opponent. “It was a near faultless performance from Satali, despite what was a pretty disrupted preparation.

“Qualifying for the World Championships has been a big goal for a while, but we will need to improve another 10 to 20% to be a medal chance. “This looks like being the biggest World Championships on record, with both Cuban and American representation, as well as the entire European and Asian blocks, so we will be ready. “Mark Glew, fighting at his first National Titles, had to find something special in two bouts to claim his gold medal and his plane ticket to the Ukraine. “Coming from behind in both his semi and his final, Glew earnt a reputation as the ‘heart-break kid’ as the coaching staff were distraught watching him claw back a deficit in the final seconds of both bouts. “Glew had his hands full in the first semi against Victorian Kade Alexander, whose rangy build and awkward style posed real problems for Mark, and meant Mark had a two point lead to pull back going in to the final round. “Digging deep, Glew overwhelmed his opponent and the points that were denied him in the first two rounds started to flow for a very close win. “Mark is a special kid. “What he was able to do, come from behind and virtually refuse to lose, showed so much character. “It wouldn’t surprise anyone that watched him train though. “He will have to, and I’m sure he will, lift another level

Gold Medalists - Mark Glew, Jason Fawcett and Satali Tevi-Fuimaono

for these World Champs. “The ﬁnal was a very similar story, with the Tasmanian opponent slipping away to a two point lead until Glew charged home in the last round. “In an incredibly close decision, Mark won on count back after the scores had been locked 8-8, and his path to World Championships had been secured. “Young Jason Fawcett, a Woy Woy Rugby League Junior, was given little chance against the highly fancied and undefeated Queensland sharpshooter

Theo Rayﬁeld. “However it was the Peninsula’s power puncher who was to prove to be too sharp, landing clean shots with both hands, racking up a big score by the end of the second round. “The ﬁnal score was 12-4 and a clear indication of the success Fawcett had enjoyed with some telling punches. “I never doubted Jason ‘pacman’ Fawcett for a second. “He had everything going against him, a red hot opponent, needing to drop

weight, being a rank novice with only two ﬁghts himself, I knew it wouldn’t matter. “This kid is a competitor. “A silver medal at a national championship is never a bad thing, but it was not a great moment for Kyle Schneider or the team at Umina PCYC when Kyle had to settle for a silver medal, after being ruled out of his gold medal ﬁnals bout by the doctor. “He had suffered what seemed pretty obviously to be sun blistered lips, but was ruled out on the advice of doctors it could possibly

be cold sores, and had to cop a very tough decision on the chin. “Kyle had prepared just as well and as hard as his team members, and was ideally positioned to win the final,” said Keegan. Jordan Bunder also competed but was bundled out in the first round of the Elite 81kg division, after what was a somewhat flat performance for the three time state champion. “While not given any help on the night by the judges, Jordan was well below his best, and was certainly short of a gallop, and has some work to do if he is to figure in calculations for next year’s Commonwealth Games,” said Keegan. “Jordan has so much talent, it’s just about getting it all to fire on the night. “There is no doubt these results are an indication of how strong the Umina PCYC boxing program is. “That strength is based in the quality of the coaches who dedicate their time to help develop these young, motivated boxers. “There is a crew of up to 10 coaches, every one of them offering invaluable input to these young boxers’ development but also their lives. “People like Sape Fuimaono, Kristan Dowdle, Chris Nixon, Luke Phipps, Luke Johnson and Lance Davies have all worked hard to create a learning culture, a working culture. “Our strength is based in our mentors,” said Keegan.

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ttalong Beach’s three day festival was held from Friday, March 15, to Sunday, March 17, with an estimated 12,000 people in attendance. Local shop owners reported high levels of trading with some recording all time record day sales on the Sunday. Festival attractions ranged from the quirky Ettalong Beach Retro Bash on the Friday night, which sold out prior to the night, the Big Sing Workshop and ﬁlm screenings on Saturday and Sunday, which were also sold out, plus the all-day Street Festival with wall to wall entertainment on the Sunday. Two separate stages operated all day on the Sunday with a wide variety of entertainers. “The Lolo Lovina Gypsy Caravan stage was a huge hit with the crowd and I’m sure we will see it again on the Coast at other events,” said creative director Ms Ylenna Zajec. “On the main stage Bukhu, the Mongolian throat singer, completely changed the atmosphere when he began to sing. “It was just

extraordinary. “I could see that the crowds were absolutely enthralled by what Bukhu was doing with his voice, he was later joined by three members of the Bridge Project, Tunji Beier, John Robinson and Andy Busuttil for their ﬁrst public performance of Bukhu’ s new ensemble, Ecrrus,” said Ms Zajec. Ettalong Beach Business Group president Ms Jeanette Polley said “some of the stall holders have already booked for next year’s festival so that they don’t miss out”. “We have had great support from our sponsors this year and greatly appreciate their generous contributions to the festival. “We thank Gosford City Council, 2GO, NBN, Bendigo Bank, Ettalong Beach Club, Earth Central, Wot’s Hot, Ettalong Tourist Resort, McKay Properties and IGA,” she said. The festival is organised by the Ettalong Beach Business Group and is scheduled each year at the beginning of autumn to stimulate activity for the town at a low time in the tourist season.

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Landing Stage One re-zoning submission causes concern he Gosford Waterfront State Significant Site Study (SSSS) that was publicly exhibited from November 2011 until January 2012 was re-released for public exhibition on March 1 in response to the issues raised during the previous exhibition.

“Local residents are now shocked that the Central Coast Regional Development Corporation (CCRDC) has significantly reduced the area that is proposed to be rezoned, from approximately 90 hectares to just 9.9 hectares with only an area defined as stage one to be rezoned,” said Gosford Waterfront Action Group (GWAG) member Mr Kevin Armstrong. The Department of Planning and Infrastructure web site stated, “The

revised proposal seeks to rezone part of the site to facilitate future development including residential, employment and recreational uses”. “It is accompanied by a site-specific Development Control Plan which includes detailed provisions to achieve the purpose of the rezoning and inform future development outcomes.” Mr Armstrong said, “Gone are the glossy artists’ impressions showing foreshore boardwalks and cafes depicting the vision for future developments”. “No longer is the CCRDC making mention of developments that could be, the Performing Arts - Conference Centre or Aquatic Centre. “All that is now on show is a land use map showing the proposed new zonings that the State Government has mandated to increase the revenue potential of the Gosford Public School site before sale, in a ‘rezoning

and run’ proposal but providing little benefit for the Gosford residents or do little to revitalise the CBD. “Where are all those jobs that were promised? “Gosford Council has wasted millions of dollars of ratepayers money on various planning proposals for the waterfront over the last 10 years and it now seems as if the Our City, Our Destiny - Challenge – Masterplan, that was developed after much community consultation and Council endorsement, has now been scrapped with the Vision for Gosford, as stated back in 2006, being dumped and the cultural precinct on the primary school site set to possibly now become a residential development with heights of up to 48 metres above sea level. “If the Minister for Planning approves this rezoning proposal, Council’s role in the waterfront development

will be rubber stamping Development Applications of any type, providing they meet with the new zoning requirements. “There is no government funding available at State or Federal level for any development and, as we have been told time and time again, Gosford Council has no money to facilitate development on the site. “Over 10,700 signatures were collected and presented to Parliament, objecting to the initial proposal along with 650 public submissions. “Gosford Council’s own submission raised and noted many concerns anomalies. “The major concerns continue to be ignored especially in terms of traffic and parking issues, sea level rise, our heritage precinct and war memorials. “There has been no environmental impact or social impact study and matters in regard to the

preservation of our heritage precinct have been ignored. “The big concern is we may be just left with another white elephant; the school site further adding to Gosford’s woes. “The April 5 deadline for new submissions means little time for community discussion and consultation on the new proposal. “If adopted, Gosford Council must approve all Development Applications that meet the zoning criteria, be it boutique accommodation and or hardware - garden warehouse style retail on the wharf area (B5) to high density residential high rise on the school site (B4). “Where is the vision for the Waterfront as developed by Council and the community? “Fully informed submissions will be highly unlikely due to documents with errors and confusing, open to interpretation zoning categories along

with missing documents. “With the Easter period just prior to the closing date, an additional time constraint is added. “The process and procedures being followed are contentious. “Unlike previous, regular communications from CCRDC, the current consultation with the community means many residents have no idea the exhibition is taking place and the closing date is April 5. “The new stage one proposal is on exhibition for only a further 11 days,” said Mr Armstrong. To lodge a submission, visit http://majorprojects. p l a n n i n g . n s w . g o v. a u / page/state-significantsites/proposedsites/?action=view_ job&job_id=3966. Media Release, 22 Mar 2013 Kevin Armstrong, GWAG

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CCRDC meet with GWAG over revised Landing submission he Revised Gosford Waterfront State Significant Sites Submission (SSSS) came under scrutiny at the last meeting of the Gosford Waterfront Action Group (GWAG) when Central Coast Regional Development Corporation (CCRDC) executive director Mr Graeme Inchley and senior development manager Mr Rob Kitchen spoke about the submission.

To an attendance of 50 or so people, Mr Inchley and Mr Kitchen outlined the background, rationale, zonings and regulations contained in the revised submission. They said the revised submission had taken into account objections to the initial SSSS and that stages two and three were no longer under consideration. They also said the revised submission was a “clean sheet” and Gosford Council could still exercise its authority over development taking place in the revised area. “They then responded to 45 minutes of searching and tough questions from their audience,” said GWAG spokesman Mr Peter Carstairs. “The questions covered topics such as the scale

of the development, the paucity of information in the SSSS, the loss of public land, the threat to heritage items such as the Memorial Park and the proposed zoning, the zoning changes in RE1, the Breakwater, the heights of buildings and their purposes, the future of the existing Gosford

swimming complex and the provision allowed for an indoor pool. “The questions indicated concern that neither traffic nor parking problems had been adequately addressed in the appendices of the SSSS. “Gosford WAG appreciated Graeme and

Robs’ willingness to attend and consult with us. “Both Graeme and Rob listened to comments expressed during the course of the meeting, undertaking to respond to any further questions received after the meeting,” said Mr Carstairs. The revised SSSS for Gosford Waterfront is available for viewing on the Department of Planning and Infrastructure’s website. Media Release, 13 Mar 2012 Col Hodgson, GWAG

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O’Neill supports anti-CSG sentiment ederal Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill has responded to community concerns regarding coal seam gas mining and its potential negative impacts on residential areas, prime agricultural land and popular tourist destinations.

“I am very aware of the concerns held by many locals about the effects that CSG might have on our pristine environment here on the Coast,” Ms O’Neill said. “I join with them and say that we don’t want it on our beaches, it shouldn’t be in our bushlands, and the Central Coast should be CSG free. “It must be stressed, however, that State Governments are responsible for the regulation of CSG projects in NSW and the Federal Government has only limited ability to intervene when nationally protected areas or species are under threat,” said Ms O’Neill. Environment Minister Mr Tony Burke has formed an Expert Scientific Committee on Coal Seam Gas Mining, in conjunction with the Queensland and NSW Governments, made up of experts to aid in the approvals process for any

future CSG operations. “The Committee will advise the Environment Minister on future applications for CSG mining and will also advise on the scope and method of bioregional assessments that are undertaken to analyse the hydrology, geology and ecology of an area where coal seam gas or large coal mining developments are planned,” Ms O’Neill said. Ms O’Neill, however, said that this was not a new battle. “I’ve fought against gas mining before and I’m willing to fight it again. “In 2010, I campaigned hard against the installation of a deep sea gas drill off the coast of Terrigal, and with the support of thousands of locals, we were able to stop that from happening,” she said. Media Release, 8 Mar 2013 Richard Mehrtens, Office of Deborah O’Neill MP

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Narara ecovillage open day n open day was held at the Narara Ecovillage, a proposed sustainable development of 63 hectares at the former Horticulture Research Station, on Saturday, March 16.

English born, American raised John Talbott has been appointed project director of the Narara Ecovillage Cooperative. Mr Talbott was responsible for developing Scotland’s Findhorn Ecovillage for more than 10 years before he moved to Sydney with his young family. “I am delighted to oversee such an exciting project,” said Mr Talbott. “This land has so much potential, with current resources for offices, workshops, houses, greenhouses and a large dam. “Backing onto the natural rainforest of Strickland Forest, it’s hard to believe that the tranquil land is only a stone’s throw away from Gosford CBD,” said Mr Talbott. Narara Ecovillage Cooperative is due to settle on the property at the end of this month. In the meantime the Co-op has engaged urban

planners Hill Thalis to create a leading edge Masterplan and has had initial consultations with Gosford Council. “A village style development is planned that creates community, social connection and cohesion while at the same time gives residents their own space and privacy”, Talbott said on stage one of development. “There will be common areas for residents to meet and socialise. “Communal facilities can mean less expense for property owners and more opportunities to build social fabric. “Housing will be of a high environmental standard with a wide diversity of healthy, earth friendly materials. “Members are exploring alternative building with hempcrete, strawbale, rammed earth, mudbrick as well as conventional timber framed dwellings. “There will be a mix of owner built and commercially constructed

houses by green rated builders. “One member plans to build a low-cost earthbag house, using local materials with the help of volunteer labour. “Properties may be smaller, with an emphasis on smart, multi-purpose design,” said Mr Talbott. The village plans to conserve and create much of its own power through the use of passive design, energy efficiency and solar panels. Natural resources such as rainwater will be harvested, storm water channelled, grey water recycled and, if Council permits, there will be black water treatment on site. “We also plan to grow food for the ecovillage and surrounding areas. “Many of our residents are keen gardeners and involved in permaculture groups. “There‘s a large area of land suitable for community gardens in which our Narara

neighbours might care to be involved. “The village is planned to be socially inclusive to the local community, hosting events, festive activities, with an emphasis on education, arts and crafts, landcare, flora and fauna with outside groups invited to participate. “We hope to attract cottage industries and home businesses, providing employment for village residents, services for the wider community and less necessity for daily commuting and traffic flow. “This means a better quality of life for residents and the economic sustainability of the village. “Subject to the completion of sale and DA approval, freehold residential blocks will be available and will include a share in the Co-op’s common assets,” said Mr Talbott. Media Release, 6 Mar 2013 Lyndall Parris, Narara Ecovillage Co-op

Road closure on Avoca Drive emporary traffic controls will be in place overnight along a section of Avoca Dr on March 26 and 27 from 7pm to 5am as Gosford Council continues to prepare for upcoming sewer upgrade works in the area.

Part of the eastbound lane of Avoca Dr, heading into Avoca, between the Scenic Highway and Hillside Rd, will be closed. Traffic controllers will be on-site to manage two-way traffic in the area via stop slow controls during these periods. Warning signs will also be in place and motorists are being advised to expect some minor delays. The Council will shortly start constructing a new $5.2 million sewer pipeline in Avoca as part of the Coastal Carrier System

Upgrade Project. The pipeline will be around 3km long and be built from Ficus Ave around Heazlett Park, along Avoca Dr, underneath the Scenic Highway and through Picketts Valley before linking up with the existing system. These works will improve the operation of the existing system located in the vicinity of Avoca Lake and protect the community and environment against overflows and odours. Media Release, 22 Mar 2013 Gosford Council

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Straw bale construction at Terrigal ixteen sustainable building enthusiasts were selected from more than 40 applicants from around Australia to attend a straw bale workshop at a property in Terrigal from February 18 to 23.

The group consisted of locals and people who had travelled from as far away as Victoria and Western Australia to exchange their labour for a free handson insight from one of the world’s leading experts in straw bale construction, Frank Thomas. All who attended were able to gain a solid grounding on the techniques of straw bale construction in preparation for building a straw bale house of their own. The Hastings Rd home was designed, and is being constructed, by multi award-winning Central Coast architectural and construction company, Enviroarch, from a combination of clay rendered straw bale external walls and clay rendered concrete blockwork internal walls. “Passive design is about

so much more than just the addition of water tanks and solar panels to a home,” said Enviroarch director and architect Mr Paul Zaia. “At Enviroarch we combine passive design principals with energy efficient building materials to create a beautiful home that will not only stand the test of time but also offer a comfortable internal temperature all year round and save the owner a fortune in energy bills over the lifetime of the home. “The Enviroarch focus on sustainability made straw bale construction a neat fit with our overall objectives. “Luke Hall, Enviroarch’s builder and co-director, has been leading the construction team at the Hastings Rd, Terrigal, property to ensure that the various elements of design and materials work in harmony together,” said Mr

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Census to target locally endangered birds he Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre (CCMDC) will coordinate a census activity on Tuesday, April 9, to find out how many individual endangered Bush Stone-curlews live around Brisbane Water in the Gosford area.

Part of the conservation plan for the Bush Stonecurlew on the Central Coast is to carry out a census of the population twice a year to gather information about the numbers and locations of this endangered species. Previous census results showed eight individual birds occurring in the four locations of South Kincumber, Davistown, Saratoga and Bensville. This census will help

collect data that can be used to better understand, manage, protect and assess any changes since previous sightings. Interested community members are asked to meet at Davistown Progress Hall at 5:30pm. The event is free with drinks and pizza provided. Media Release, 14 Mar 2013 CCMDC

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Movie night rescheduled due to weather

he Open Air Movie Night scheduled for Friday, March 1, at Terrigal Rotary Park was postponed due to inclement weather and will now be held on Saturday, April 27, from 5pm to 7pm.

The movie, Bag It, follows Jeb Berrier as he tries to make sense of society’s dependence on plastic bags. Although his quest starts out small, Jeb soon learns that the problem extends past landfills to the waterways.

The film is suitable for anyone aged from eight to 100 years. Bring along a waste wise picnic and a blanket to settle in and watch the film play on a big screen under the stars with a free sausage sizzle and drinks provided. Free guided tours of the

Marine Discovery Centre will also be held on the night between 5pm and 6pm. Media Release, 21 Mar 2013 Hunter-Central Rivers Catchment Authority

Gosford City Heritage Awards osford Council is calling on nominations for people, organisations and projects to be recognised at the inaugural Gosford City Heritage Awards.

The awards aim to acknowledge the efforts of those who actively conserve our heritage, and educate and promote heritage and history within the Gosford Local Government Area. The awards will form part of celebrations for Australian Heritage Week and the National Trust Heritage Festival 2013. Gosford Council’s heritage program coordinator Ms Rebecca Cardy said the Heritage Awards were the first of its kind in Gosford City. “Many of our significant heritage sites are managed and promoted by volunteers and organisations and much

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organisations make to the wider community. “The winners will be announced at an awards ceremony to be celebrated in Council Chambers on Thursday, May 2,” Ms Cardy said. The four awards categories are Heritage Conservation, Interpretation Projects, Historical Research and Publication and Outstanding Achievement Award. Applications close on Monday, April 8, at 5pm. Media Release, 13 Mar 2013 Gosford Council Media

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Landing submission has been exercise in bureaucracy t is regrettable that after so much expenditure on glossy publications and proposals about what “might be built” it is clear that all that is on display in the resubmitted version is a rezoning proposal for the primary school and wharf land to facilitate commercial development of these two sites.

This is without the necessity to first resolve the significant concern about the previous proposal in terms of traffic, parking, accommodation, loss of community space environmental, social and heritage impacts. The revised proposal proposes zonings which would allow all the previously submitted options to occur, but this time it makes clear that what is actually proposed to be built would be up to the developers to submit. In short, the entire process has achieved nothing more than to propose a State rezoning of land which could have been accomplished by Gosford Council within its planning powers, had Gosford’s elected councillors not handed them over to the (then) Labor State Planning Minister under their proposal for a “state significant site”. What the rest of the Landing development (stages two and three) will propose in this piecemeal process is anyone’s guess, but the current proposal does nothing to curb what was shown as able to be built under the initial and rejected submission. It just makes clear the exercise has been a rezoning, not a planned policy for creating a unique environment, because there has never been any money on the table to allow government control of the outcomes. The real loser in the process is the community’s Gosford Challenge consensus that they wanted a “cultural precinct” on the primary school site (as

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reflected in LEP 2007 and DLEP 2009). Now the site will be left, with whatever architectural merit might emerge, to developer applications. Moreover, the height zoning for the expanded primary school site proposes a RL 46 metre (c14 storey) height over the heritage listed School of Arts and adjacent archaeological site. This would enable a process of pulling down this building in order to allow greater commercial development over the whole site for the State Government, rather than respecting its existing heritage status. As with the previous proposal, the displacement of the Performing Arts Centre from the cultural precinct of the primary school has left the Central Coast Regional Development Corporation (CCRDC) looking at “where else to build it”, so the preferred solution still resolves into the original and rejected proposal. Cut the heritage listed War Memorial Park in half, excavate the southern end to Dane Dr level, wrap a performing arts centre around this excavation and, on top of the heritage listed Rotary Park, (rising up to block the heritage protected view of the Blacket Church) build a building which envelopes and encloses the reduced War Memorial Park, now extended out into a reclaimed Vaughn Rd (Formerly Wharf Rd), in the lea of the proposed hotel running east-west across the southern end of the primary school site. That

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We are told the relocated cenotaph will be given ‘prominence’ (outside a possible ‘block theatre’ which might be used for rock concerts and boxing matches according to Rob Kitchen), as it can be glimpsed down Vaughan Rd from across the Bay. Meanwhile only the “dedicated gravel sanctified area” will be increased in size, but the total park area will be diminished and the site totally shaded and enveloped by buildings. It will also serve as the access way for the Performing Arts Centre. There is no current plan as to where all the remaining monuments currently scattered around the park (erected by war widows, CWA, sailors, national servicemen, etc.) will be now relocated, or how, in the case of trees, preserved. Their existence is ignored. If this excavation proposal is not found to be acceptable, either because the War Memorial’s heritage listing is protected by Gosford Council decision or the costs of putting pylons down through acid sulphate soils to depths that elsewhere have approached 60 feet (e.g. the case of stage three of the County Council Building) in this reclaimed River valley, further subject to sea level rise, then the displaced Performing Arts Centre will be looking for another home. The Landing proposal on display resolves none of this, just signals the competing interests and leaves open the possibilities and documents the site of the proposed performing Arts

Centre, which will destroy the protected curtilage of both the Memorial Park and the Blacket church. Why have the community‘s resources been squandered on a rezoning proposal that is not feasible? Why have we now got “world’s best practice” planning of an integrated waterfront development and no government money available to fund the public infrastructure while we lose public land? All this, and the planners have still not prepared a Heritage Precinct or Cultural Management Plan for the park or South Mann St to test the feasibility of their relocation suggestions.

Gosford Council was advised on the need to get a precinct plan done for South Mann St, our most important cultural heritage precinct, in as early as 1998 by Brooks in their Heritage Study, but Council has taken no action on this matter. Nor have CCRDC “consulted widely” with the heritage community, as their belated heritage impact statement attached to exhibited documents, exhorts them to do. In fact, they have declined requests to consult with the heritage community entirely. I will leave it to others to address the environmental impacts of a widened wharf with zoning provisions for

as yet unknown boutique hotels, finger wharfs, and moorings into the bay, as well as shops and cafes, and the feasibility of underground traffic controls for through traffic and underground car parks beneath the primary school and War Memorial Park sites, at a time of known sea level rise. Our councillors need to be asked, “What did we accomplish to our advantage as a community by investing in handing the zoning over to the State government’s Minister for Planning”? Email, 21 Mar 2013 Kay Williams, Pearl Beach

Game set and match to the CCRDC and developers

he Central Coast Regional Development Corporation (CCRDC) and developers wanted the Gosford Waterfront land free of charge for development.

The community’s preference for open space, cultural environment and scenic beauty was expressed by over 10,000 petition signatures and over 600 written objections. Involvement with the community did not work for CCRDC. Now they plan to rezone stage one, the waterfront area, for development as quietly as possible, making it difficult for the community to comment because they do not specify what they

plan to do. On April 5, the Central Coast community will lose their beautiful scenic environment and the CCRDC will gain stage one of the Gosford waterfront area free of charge to build whatever will be good for the proponents.

The community will have no grounds to object as long as the new zoning requirements are met. On April 5, the change will become irrevocable, no going back. Gotcha. Game set and match to the CCRDC and developers - nil score for the community. That’s progress. That’s how things get done in our political culture. Letter, 21 Mar 2013 Michael Moss, Gosford

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Landing rezoning allows for 48m high buildings osford Chamber of Commerce is urging people to use their template letter to write to the Minister stating they were “very excited about the opportunities the Landing would draw, such as major new employers, the Regional Performing Arts and Convention Centre, improved parklands along with the revitalisation it would bring to the Gosford CBD”.

Back to reality. The fanciful dream has ended and the State government is using a one day legal process (SEPP) to ride rough-shod over the wishes of Gosford residents and its elected councillors who twice identified a cultural precinct for the Gosford Public School site. The NSW Government’s rezone and run approach will leave Gosford Council to sort out the DA assessment processes and the traffic, parking and flooding problems and pay for the

Performing Arts Centre, while the State Government pockets the proceeds of selling the school after forcibly rezoning the land to mixed use 48m high buildings to maximise its take. So much for grand visions, the artists’ impressions and the spin.

The rezoning provides no guarantees of any jobs, the proposed zonings are so flexible the school site could end up as several blocks of affordable residential flats overshadowing the war memorials, the wharf as a backpackers hostel or a boutique brewery – bar” and the park destroyed by a 30m high opera house with entries and exits to underground car parking. Email, 21 Mar 2013 Kevin Armstrong, West Gosford

Doctor changes community

he Mangrove Mountain community has always known how blessed we are to have Dr Anand ever since his arrival on Monday, December 5, 2005.

We often talked about expressing our appreciation and thoughts publicly. Recently, everyone is saying “Less talk, more action!” It was agreed to collect community members’ comments and produce a statement. Here we go: Anand is a very compassionate, sincere, gentle, caring and forgiving person. Dr Anand’s thoroughness and his clinical and diagnostic skills are second to none. His examination technique and bedside manner are superb. He immediately becomes a friend. Dr Anand is charming, polite and makes his patients feel comfortable, confident and comforted. We all agree that Dr Anand is a clever, caring and dedicated doctor. Dr Anand is so conscious of the importance of making his patients’ experience wonderful and his skill affordable to everyone in the

community. We treasure this. Nothing is too much trouble. He rings us back with results. He often calls in on the way home to comfort and check on elderly or seriously ill patients. This year, Dr Anand’s exceptional skill, patience and gentle manner have spread far and wide. He has patients from all over the Coast and as far afield as Tamworth. So many of us have suffered pain and illness for most of our lives. Dr Anand, with his exceptional and thorough method has found the cause and fixed it. Dr Anand is at ease with everyone, littlies, teens, elderly, any gender, any colour, creed or personality. People trust him and find him easy to turn to or talk to.

A bonus is he likes a joke and is interested in and understands people. He has proved over and over that he can turn the other cheek, smile and not show the hurt. Dr Anand always takes the time to explain the detail. He has the gift to explain how we function, even if we aren’t sure about the working of a kidney or a heart. We love the way that Dr Anand can gently convince family members to eat leafy greens, drink water, eat breakfast and seafood. Another bonus we are very proud of is that when sent to specialists, they express respect for our Dr Anand and his special ability. Dr Anand has a heart of gold, is humble and human. As the wait to see him is so long, we are researching to make a couple of clones of him. We are sure we have one of a kind! Letter, 8 Mar 2013 Georgia Sideropolous, Mangrove Mountain

Opposition to lighting may have ulterior motive Oval works better as wetlands I refer to Alan Skinner’s letter to the Express Advocate, (Conversations, March 8), regarding funding for training lights at Saratoga Oval.

Mr Skinner suggested that Gosford Council had diverted funds away from other projects in the area to install training lights at Saratoga Oval. His comments are misdirected and totally incorrect. The truth is that the Department of Sports and Recreation has agreed to grant funds to this project. These funds are only for training lights and will not revert to Council for any other works on the waiting

list. I believe Mr Skinner has self-interest here, given the close proximity to his house. The lights will only be on two nights per week in winter and will be turned off at 8:30pm. Mr Skinner has no problems with the tennis

court lights that are on until 10:30pm and are, once again, close to his abode. It seems that Mr Skinner does not like lights, dogs, activities in his area, sport, kids sport and children in general. I think maybe he likes his Bush Stone-curlew that apparently lives somewhere around his area.

would like to express my feelings at the thought that Gosford Council would allow two or three 27m high lighting towers anywhere near the Saratoga wetlands peninsula which is home to 14 listed wetlands birds such as the Bush Stone-curlew.

Three hours a night, three days a week and only in the winter months, doesn’t add up to $274,000. The ground is known as an oval, but in my opinion, [it] is a grassed, water logged paddock where,

to your ankles in water, however, these conditions allow the ibis and wild duck to feed and are part of the wetlands. in wet weather, you sink

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Sharon Konza wins Mother of the Week errigal mum Sharon Konza has been selected as the ninth ALDI and Barnardos Australia Mother of the Week winner, after she was nominated by her daughter Skye to be in the running for the 2013 Barnardos Australia’s Mother of the Year Awards which are announced in May.

Now in its 18th year, Barnardos Australia’s Mother of the Year Awards, supported by ALDI Australia, provides an opportunity for mothers to be recognised for the contribution they make to the lives of their family and community. As part of the 2013 program, ALDI and Barnardos have launched Mother of the Week, which aims to recognise even more mothers in the lead up to the Awards. Sharon’s daughter Skye said she thought Sharon was an incredible mum to her and her three brothers. While the past couple of years had been difficult for Sharon, losing her mother to cancer and her sister in a car accident, Skye believed her mum always put others before herself making sure everyone is happy and loved. Aside from the support she gives to her family, Sharon runs her own

business helping others in the community through meditation, physic medium, sharmanic drum circles and natural healings. Sharon was also team

greatest thing about being a parent,” said Sharon. “It’s beautiful to know that your love as a parent is shining through your kids and that they appreciate it. “That’s what this means to me,” she said. “My mum is an inspiration to me, she is never afraid to step forward and help others out, no matter how many times she gets knocked down along the way,” said Skye. Barnardos Australia’s director of marketing and fundraising Manisha Amin congratulates Sharon for being one of the deserving mothers nominated for Barnardos Australia’s Mother of the Year Awards. “We are so proud of Sharon and know there are many mothers who are loving and selfless like her in our communities. “The Mother of the Year Awards are a great opportunity to celebrate the wonderful women in our lives,” concluded Manisha.

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Erina High School students walked across the wall of Mangrove Creek Dam to see firsthand the significant rise in water levels and toured the infrastructure upgrades at Somersby Water Treatment Plant and Kincumber Sewage Treatment Plant. Gosford Council’s director water and sewer Mr Rod Williams said the international awareness day drew attention to the importance of effective water resource management. “Every part of the water supply system, from our rivers and dams, to the water treatment plants, to

the way we use water in our homes, plays a critical role in providing water now and in the future,” Mr Williams said. “World Water Day allows us to reflect on the vital changes that have been made to our water supply system in recent years and how they have helped secure our water for future generations. “The Councils have worked hard to deliver effective drought recovery and infrastructure solutions, including the MardiMangrove Link, the Hunter Connection and a range of stormwater harvesting and

groundwater projects.” World Water Day is held annually on March 22 and aims to draw international attention to water supply challenges and advocates the sustainable management of water resources. Wyong Council’s director infrastructure and operations Mr Greg McDonald said the Central Coast was a perfect example of this year’s World Water Day theme, Water Cooperation. “This year’s celebration highlighted the need to provide a safe, shared water supply across government boundaries,” Mr McDonald

About 4:20pm, emergency services responded to reports of a collision between a motorcycle and a car on the Old Pacific Highway. The motorcycle rider, 30 year old Mark Vella from Wyoming, died at the scene. Early investigations suggested the motorcycle

travelled to the wrong side of the road after negotiating a left-hand bend. It then collided with the oncoming car. The 18 year old female driver of the car was not injured. Media Release, 12 Mar 2013 NSW Police Media

Man charged after brawl 21 year old man has been charged with possessing an unauthorised pistol and stalking – intimidation.

About 9:15pm on Wednesday, March 13, police were called to Gosford Railway Station following reports of a brawl. It was alleged that as police arrived the man ran from the scene with officers giving chase. Police further alleged that as the man ran away he threw a firearm into nearby bushes.

He was arrested and officers recovered the firearm, which was determined to be a replica pistol. The man was taken to Gosford Police Station where he was charged. Media Release, 14 Mar 2013 NSW Police Media

Juvenile arrested and charged with 35 graffiti offences

Councils celebrate World Water Day osford and Wyong Councils marked World Water Day on Friday, March 22, by showcasing the region’s improved water supply system to local school students.

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said. “The Central Coast water supply system is a great example of this with water collected, stored, treated and supplied across two local government boundaries on an everyday basis. “In addition we have the ability to transfer water to and from the hunter region when needed. “I would encourage everyone to visit our Living Water Smart website to view the Central Coast Water Story and see the Central Coast system in action.” Media Release, 20 Mar 2013 Megan Low, Gosford Council

Police arrested an 18 year old man on Sunday, March 17, in the act of committing a malicious damage offence by spraying a graffiti tag on public property. Police from Brisbane Water Local Area Command commenced an investigation utilising the Vandaltrak system, which subsequently identified a large number of ‘tags’ police alleged were linked to the same male. At around 6pm on Friday, March 22, the man attended Gosford Police Station where he was spoken to in relation to the offences. Due to the fact the man was a juvenile at the time of the offences, he is being dealt with under the Young Offenders Act for 35 offences of malicious damage and one of enter

enclosed lands. The offences ranged from 2010 to 2012. Brisbane Water Local Area Command Inspector Paul Nicholls said the investigation highlighted the potential of police to track down graffiti offences using new technology. “Any time you think about vandalising public property with graffiti, first remember that police take these offences seriously and our ability to track these offences is getting better and better. “Chances are your tags will eventually catch up to you and you will legally be called to account for all of them,” Inspector Nicholls said. Media Release, 22 Mar 2013 NSW Police Media

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Robson’s win tender for Wamberal road reconstruction osford Council has accepted a tender for stage three of the reconstruction of Dover Rd, Wamberal.

Tenders were called for the construction of approximately 1,900 square metres of road pavement including stormwater drainage, stormwater pits, kerb and gutter, accesses, footpaths and associated works. Tenders closed on December 18 with four tenders received. All tenders were assessed based on the criteria of assessment included in the tender documents and involved consideration of the price, insurances, physical and staff resources, referees,

previous experience and Workplace Health and Safety. According to Council’s director corporate services Mr Nic Pasternatsky, Robson Civil Projects of Gosford presented the best value to Council. “The tender comparison - assessment indicated that Robson Civil Projects ranked highly against all stated criteria,” stated Mr Pasternatsky’s report to Council. Robson Civil Projects operates in the rail, mining, roads, commercial and industrial works sector and

recently completed the Link Rd in Warnervale for Wyong Council to the value of $11 million, Thirlmere Rail Heritage Centre to the value of $30 million and Kooindah Waters Resort which included 252 residential lots, resort complex and 18 hole golf course. “Robson Civil Projects have carried out works for Gosford Council in the past trading as Robson’s Excavations and all these works were completed on time and to a high standard,” stated the report. Gosford Council Agenda COR.9, 26 Feb 2013

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mall business owners in the Gosford LGA had the chance to connect with business mentors, experts and services when the Small Biz Bus visited Gosford and Erina on March 19 and 21 respectively.

Gosford City Chamber of Commerce and Industry president Ms Ali Vidler said it had been a tough year for business and any initiative that supported and helped to guide businesses through the minefield was a bonus. “We thank the NSW Government and Chris Holstein for this opportunity,” said Ms Vidler. The bus is an initiative of the NSW Government and services on the bus are available at no cost to small

business operators. “It’s easy to get caught up in the day to day reality of running a business, but speaking to a business expert can help you view your business from a new perspective, and can be an effective sounding board to help you think about problems in a new light,” said NSW Small Business commissioner Ms Yasmin King. Small businesses also had access to finance

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Service providers combine to benefit elderly h r e e organisations have joined forces to form a strategic alliance in an effort to provide the Central Coastâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s elderly and disabled residents with an integrated and improved service.

Grammar students to raise money for Red Cross

Central Coast Alternative Care Group (Coastlink), Evergreen Life Care and Meals on Wheels Central Coast all provide services to the elderly or those with a disability. As part of the alliance, they plan to work together informally over the next 12 months to improve the services they offer. Providing extensive social support and respite programs, Coastlink CEO Ms Lynne Rainford said she was looking forward to building a strong relationship. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Upcoming fundamental changes to aged care and disability service present opportunities for organisations to work together to explore ways of developing an integrated range of aged and disability services,â&#x20AC;? she said. Evergreen Life Care

osford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna has applauded students from Central Coast Grammar School on their efforts to support Red Cross Calling this month.

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operates retirement, residential aged care facilities and community aged care services. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are confident our association will result in new and creative ways of delivering services in line with government requirements regarding flexibility, enhanced independence and quality care provision,â&#x20AC;? said Evergreen Life Care CEO Mr Ted Coupe. Meals on Wheels Central Coast are also an integral service provider, delivering food services that enable people to remain independent. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Meals on Wheels deliver over 2,000 meals a week and we would like to expand our services and

support initiatives to provide a greater choice to people in this market, enabling those who want to become more independent to achieve that aim,â&#x20AC;? said Meals on Wheels Central Coast CEO Ms Robyn Howes. Representatives from each organisation will meet on a regular basis to discuss and implement a range of initiatives. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are keen to expand our services to include accommodation and support for younger people with disabilities, as well as to develop intergenerational day care centres for all ages,â&#x20AC;? said Ms Rainford.

Close to 150 students are aiming to reach a target of $2,000 by doorknocking during the month of March to raise funds for the annual appeal. Mayor Cr McKinna said that community support such as this was vital in helping the Red Cross continue their invaluable work. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Red Cross is an organisation which helps so many within our community, across Australia and right around the world. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The students at Central Coast Grammar School are really getting behind this initiative and showing others how they can give back to their community. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is inspiring to see so

many students supporting this great cause and giving up their time to assist in fundraising. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The outstanding efforts of students at Central Coast Grammar School have inspired Gosford Council to pledge $1,000 to this campaign,â&#x20AC;? said mayor Cr McKinna. Cr McKinna is encouraging everyone to donate generously to this worthy appeal and has issued a challenge to other local organisations to match or exceed the $1,000 pledge made by Council. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Red Cross brings essential services to those who need it most, coordinating many programs assisting the

homeless, those with mental health issues and the elderly, while also being a prominent organisation in disaster response. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gosford Council has pledged $1,000 to this appeal and I challenge other local organisations and businesses to meet or exceed this amount to support this truly worthy cause,â&#x20AC;? mayor Cr McKinna said. To participate in Red Cross Calling or donate, contact 1800 008 831 or visit www.redcrosscalling. org.au. Media Release, 22 Mar 2013 Gosford Council Media

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osford Council will invest around $3 million this year to help improve the regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s water supply network by upgrading the Somersby Water Treatment Plantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s filtration system.

Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s director of water and sewer Mr Rod Williams said the works were an important part of a multi-million dollar upgrade program currently being delivered at the plant. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Around $30 million is being spent over the next two decades to make sure our main water treatment plant continues to deliver safe and reliable drinking water to the community,â&#x20AC;? Mr Williams said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;With existing equipment ageing and as the population grows, upgrade works like this will improve the plantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s performance and give it the capacity to keep meeting the communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s water supply needs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Importantly, the filters

remove remaining particles from the water after itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been through the first steps of the treatment process, including flocculation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The upgraded filters will have new filter media, nozzles, valves and pipework which will significantly enhance their performance.â&#x20AC;? Work to upgrade the plantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s filters is expected to be completed later this year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;At this stage, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re planning to deliver around 150 projects at the plant,â&#x20AC;? Mr Williams added. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A number of these projects are already underway, including the replacement of two of the plantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s four sludge scrapers worth around $500,000

and a major overhaul of the plantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s electrical and control system. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This significant investment will ensure the communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s water continues to be treated to the Australian Drinking Water Guidelines and help minimise discoloured water issues for residents.â&#x20AC;? The Somersby plant is responsible for producing most of the 11 billion litres of drinking water the Council supplies each year to the 70,000 properties currently using its water supply network. Media Release, 19 Mar 2013 Gosford Council

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Learner driver mentor program to be launched he Youthconnections.com.au Youth Reference Group, located in Kariong, will launch a learner driver mentor program this month.

The yDrive program is designed to support learner drivers 23 years of age or under, who do not have access to a supervising driver or vehicle to gain the driving experience required to apply for a probationary licence. “Many young people experiencing disadvantage do not have access to a car or the funds to undertake driving lessons,” said yDrive committee member Ms Charlotte Dickie. “Getting a license can not only increase employment prospects, but also provide opportunities for independence and engagement.” As part of the program, participants will have the opportunity to participate in

workshops to build financial literacy, self-esteem, resilience and self-efficacy, career planning and general employability skills. “The program will also benefit the community by helping to create safer roads, with experienced mentors guiding young drivers to become responsible road users,” said Ms Dickie. For community members who wish to become involved in the program, either as a mentor or learner driver, or would like to offer support in another form, contact the yDrive committee on 4346 1111. Media Release, 18 Mar 2013 Charlotte Dickie, Youthconnections.com.au

Splash-a-thon raises funds omersby Public School held its Splasha-thon on Friday, March 8, which saw over $2,000 raised which will go toward school projects.

“A huge thank you to Leanne and Steve Jones for organising the day, and to the many parents, grandparents, aunties and uncles who were able to assist in the running of the afternoon,” said principal Ms Kirsty Squires. “We would also like to

thank the local fire brigade for coming along on the day and reinforcing fire safety messages in a fun and exciting way for our students,” she said. Newsletter, 12 Mar 2013 Kirsty Squires, Somersby Public School

Matthew Douglass and his team have raised over $12,500 for the Leukaemia Foundation

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entral Coast Grammar School (CCGS) Year 6 students Matthew Douglass and Mitchell Battersby have raised $12,554.75 for the Leukaemia Foundation.

Matthew lost his father to cancer 10 years ago and, to celebrate his memory and help ensure other families do not have to go through the same heart ache, he and Mitchell set about raising funds. The boys set an initial goal to raise $2,000 as they felt that amount “could really help out people by providing one week of cancer research and providing support for people undergoing treatment”. The fundraising was the initiative of the boys and their World’s Greatest Shave team, CCGS Courageous Kids. In February the boys presented a proposal to the

head of junior school, Mrs Webb, and the headmaster, Mr Low, outlining what fundraising activity they wished to conduct at school, when and where, who would be involved and why they wanted to undertake the activity. “We are running this entire operation because we want to give something back to people who are going through this horrible ordeal,” said the boys in their proposal. “With such a well presented case and for such a great cause why would we say no,” said Mrs Webb. A Bake Sale was held which raised $360.10 and Year 6 students had their

hair clipped or coloured for a gold coin donation. Individual team members have also sought donations from family, friends and the local community. The shave and colour participants were cheered on by fellow junior school students, teachers, the head of junior school and the headmaster.

“It is pleasing to see such a high level of community involvement and community awareness in junior school students,” said Mr Low. “Community service programs are a formal part of the curriculum at CCGS in Years 9, 10 and 11 and this type of proactive leadership from such young students is very inspiring.” Email, 18 Mar 2013 Jacqui Bell, CCGS

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College celebrates International Women’s Day entral Coast Grammar School’s Senior College hosted an inaugural breakfast on Friday, March 8, to celebrate International Women’s Day.

Central Coast Grammar School senior students and staff were joined by student leaders from other local high schools including Gosford High School, St Edward’s Christian Brothers College, Henry Kendall High School, St Joseph’s Catholic College, Terrigal High School and Green Point Christian College. “We wanted to host a breakfast to celebrate the achievements of women and highlight to both female and male students that it is a great time for women, that women can achieve whatever they set their mind to,” said Head of Senior College Ms Denise

McDonough. Central Coast Grammar School head prefect Christian Whitfield thanked the student leaders from the other local schools for attending the event and highlighted the “importance of events like this that allow us to come together to get to know each other and brainstorm ways to lead by example and to give back to the community”. Speakers at the breakfast spoke of the progress made over the years for equality, of the struggles and imbalances that still exist and that continue to oppress women in society and the role each person

has in ensuring the future for everyone, regardless of gender, is bright, equal and safe. This theme was continued by special guest speaker paralympian Liesl Tesch who shared her story of becoming an incomplete paraplegic after a mountain bike accident at the age of 19. Liesl also spoke of her world adventures and successes as a paralympian in the sports of basketball and sailing, her experience of losing her mother to cancer one day after arriving in London for the 2012 Olympics and her work co-founding a charity

that promotes sport for people with disabilities in developing countries. Woman, teacher, athlete and six-time paralympian, Liesl’s emotional message to students was clear. “You decide what you want to do with your life, you decide what excuses you’re going to make, you decide what dreams you’re going to chase. “Use International Women’s Day to reflect on where you are in life and what you can do with your life. “We all have the power and possibility to change the world, make your possibility as big as you can.” Media Release, 11 Mar 2013 Jacqui Bell, Central Coast Grammar School

Alternative to Schoolies Week t Philips Christian College Gosford is offering an alternative for the traditional Schoolies week, to its year 12 students who will graduate at the end of this year.

The school has put in motion the idea of a Mission trip to Vanuatu for Year 12 students, once they have completed their Higher School Certificate examinations. The two week vacation will be broken up into two parts.

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to offer for the students. St Philips is asking for assistance in its fundraising aims for the mission trip. The school intends to take resources such as bibles, musical and sporting equipment and educational resources to Vanuatu with them to give to the local schools. “This is an opportunity for this year’s St Philips graduates to start their life out of high school by helping those in need,” said Osborn Newsletter, 15 Mar 2013 Michelle Kelly, St Philips Christian College, Gosford

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Gosford seeking historical evidence osford Public School is seeking pictures of its previous two sites and its current site to set up an archive for future students and generations of the school.

This year is the last year that Gosford Public School will be located at the Mann St site before it moves to its new site in Faunce St. “We are planning a few events as the date draws closer but want to start this archive now,” said Gosford

Public School principal Mr Alan Wort. If you have images of any of the schools’ previous sites contact the school on 43251192. Email, 13 Mar 2013 Alan Wort, Gosford Public School

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Alice in Wonderland characters in Gosford over Easter

Wyoming Festival returns in 2013 yoming Community Centre has announced the return of the Wyoming Festival following its absence over the last few years.

The Wyoming Festival will be held in May in Jarratt St Park, North Gosford. “Planning is well advanced and it is shaping up to be a great day with fun and information for everyone,” said Wyoming Neighbourhood Centre manager Ms Kathy Sokk. “We are keen to hear from residents of North Gosford and Wyoming who would like to be involved in

he Mad Hatter and Alice in Wonderland characters will whirl through Gosford on two separate occasions in the coming weeks.

As a special appearance, the Mad Hatter and characters will give out Easter eggs on Thursday, March 28, in the Gosford City Centre. On Saturday, April 13, the Mad Hatter will return for the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party at the Gosford City Markets. The Gosford City Markets will commence at 8am and

go through to 1pm but at 10am, the Mad Hatter will whirl through Kibble Park and call the children to meet him at the main stage. Kids will be given a Mad Hatter’s Maze Map to find clues throughout the Imperial Shopping Centre and Gosford City Centre. The first 500 children back to Kibble Park with a

correctly completed map will receive a treat. The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party will commence shortly afterwards and will feature all the popular story book characters from Alice in Wonderland. Media Release, 22 Mar 2013 Paul Brasch, GBID

being part of this wonderful day. “The aim is to get as many people as possible involved and networking with others. “We want to celebrate ‘Wyoming – Your Community’ to build a strong and supportive neighbourhood that looks after its residents,” said Ms Sokk. Stall holders, entertainers,

roaming entertainers, displays, demonstrations and volunteers are being sought for the festival. For more information, contact Kathy or Lyn at the Community Centre on 4323 7483. Media Release, 19 Mar 2013 Kathy Sokk, Wyoming Neighbourhood Centre

Workshop open day for Seniors’ Week St Joseph’s Workshop Open Day will be held on Thursday, March 21, from 8am until 12pm in West Gosford to celebrate Seniors’ Week.

St Joseph’s Workshop is a St Vincent de Paul Society men’s shed project and has produced handcrafted furniture for disadvantaged and marginalised people on the Central Coast since 1992. The organisation relies

on the ingenuity and creativity of its volunteers to manufacture furniture. New furniture items crafted by the Workshop include tallboys, chests of drawers, clothing racks, children’s desks, tables and chairs and children’s

wooden toy boxes. St Joseph’s Workshop is open weekdays from 7:30am until 12pm and welcomes volunteers. Flyer, 25 Feb 2013 St Joseph’s Workshop

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Mac’s markets to be held on Easter Saturday

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he MacMasters Beach market and second hand book sale will be held on Easter Saturday, March 30, from 10am until 2pm at the MacMasters Beach Progress Association Hall.

There will be over 20 stalls featuring a large range of local hand-made goods and produce including pottery, jewellery, soaps and candles, beauty products,

paintings, cakes and condiments. Local jazz band Mary and the Boys will provide entertainment for the day.

Email, 19 Mar 2013 Barbara Willis, MacMasters Beach Progress Association

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s part of National Youth Week celebrations, Kariong Skate Park will play host to the Sea FM Kariong Sessions Skate, Scooter and BMX Competition on Saturday, April 6.

The sessions are a joint initiative of The Hill Youth Centre, Brackets and Jam and the Kariong Community Action Team. Local young people will once again organise and run the event, using the opportunity to develop skills in event management as well as essential team work, time management and organisational skills. Gosford Council youth

centre coordinator Ms Michelle Tilden said the sessions were about having fun while staying active. “The sessions are a celebration of the theme for this year’s Youth Week, Be Active, Be Happy, Be You. “Riders of all skill levels are encouraged to come along for an action packed day of skate, scooter and BMX competitions. “There is also plenty

on offer for those not competing including a barbecue, demo riders, music and giveaways,” said Ms Tilden. Registration forms for the Sea FM Kariong Sessions Skate, Scooter and BMX Competition are available at The Hill Youth Centre and on council’s website. Media Release, 21 Mar 2013 Gosford Council Media

extet band Woohoo Revue will visit Kantara House in Green Point on Saturday, April 6, as part of their East Coast tour of Australia.

“The Woohoo Revue are a fiendishly talented sextet who create an adrenalinfuelled celebration fit for dancing, drinking, and ignoring tomorrow,” said Earth Central Events director Ms Ylenna Zajec. “They have been described as a Balkan gypsy brass band, roaring 20s swing ensemble, or

a soundtrack for Looney Tunes. “The combination of absolute dance floor mayhem and a strong sense of old world style has inspired The Age to describe the Woohoo Revue’s shows as ‘pandemonium in a pin striped suit’,” she said. The band comprises Sarah Busuttil on violin,

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Not for Profit Organisations Directory Art

safety and small business opportunities. Point Clare Community Hall - 2nd Thurs Bi Monthly. 0411 266 325

Central Coast Art Society Lectures, demonstrations and discussion. Weekly paint-outs Computer Groups Tuesdays 4349 5860 for AACC Computer locations Club Inc. Workshops - 4363 1820 www.aacc.asn.au 9.30am - 12.30pm 1st and Help with Computing 3rd Wed Social Meetings problems - Program demos 1.30pm 4th Wed Gosford + Q&A sessions. Monthly City Arts Centre. meetings held from Feb to 4325 1420 Nov 2nd Wed Windows 7 publicity@artcentralcoast.asn.au to 10pm Narara Valley H S, Fountains Rd, Narara Community Groups 4th Thurs Social + ABC - “The Friends” Windows 12.15 – 3.15pm Support group for Public East Gosford Progress Broadcaster. Hall, Webb Rd Aims. safeguard ABC’s 4362 1918 or 4324 2740 independence, funding, secretary@aacc.asn.au & standards. Meetings through the year + social Seniors Computer afternoons Club Central Coast Well-known guest speakers Inc. 4341 5170 Beginners class PC or Mac Mon or Tues. Classes Mon Central Coast to Fri for most programs – Lapidary Club Inc. see website. 10am – 12md Learn silverwork, or 1pm - 3pm Kincumber Cabochons, Faceting, & District Neighbourhood Enamelling, Stone Centre. Mthly Meetings, Tumbling and Polishing Guest Speaker at Fieldtrips and fossicking Kincumber Hotel 1st Mon Weekly Workshops Tue, 4369 2530 Thur & Sat 9 - 2.30pm Thur 7 - 10pm Health Groups 4362 2246 Alcoholics Anonymous Gosford Politics in he If you want to drink, Pub that’s your business. Come and solve the If you want to stop, problems of the world over that’s our business. a friendly drink and a bite to Meet every Sat - Progress eat. Guest speakers. Hall Ronald Ave, First Thurs 6pm Dutton’s Wyoming 8pm Tavern 161 Mann St, 4323 3890 Gosford 0438 363 108 Asbestos Diseases Found. of Aust. Rotary Club of Central Coast Asbestos Kariong/Somersby Diseases Support International service Provide info, advocacy, club improves lives of safe environment, a communities in Australia positive atmosphere and and overseas. Fun-filled humour. Ourimbah RSL 4th activities, fellowship and Wed friendship breakfasts. 4344 4489 Phillip House, 21 Old Mount Penang Rd (opp Dying with Dignity Shell) - Fri 7:15am 4340 NSW, Central Coast 4529 Working to give those kersuebay@philliphouse.com.au suffering unrelievedly from terminal or incurable illness Wyoming Community the legal right to request & Centre receive medical help to die Programs and activities Quarterly Meetings incl. Tai Chi, Yoga, Zumba, 4369 8053 Blokes Breakfast’s, Community Markets, Out Meals on Wheels of School Hours Care, Play Delivered meals and Group 4323 7483 flexible food options for manager@wyomingcc.org.au people with a functional disability Kincumber 4382 9401 Neighbourhood Centre Central Coast • Personal development Prostate Cancer • Community Garden Support Group • Counselling (Gosford) • Meditation Meet last Frid Terrigal • Support and friendship Uniting Church 9.30am to Groups 12 noon • Music and Movement for 4367 9600 under 5 • Rooms for hire History Groups 4363 1044 Brisbane Water Historical Society Koolewong, Point • Coach tours • School Clare & Tascott educational tours • Annual Progress Association Street Stalls • Participation Aims to provide resources in History Heritage Week for communication. Celebration Margaret Special guests, community Pearce involvement, heritage, 4325 2270 diversity, education,

Fellowship of First Fleeters Central Coast For anyone interested in early history or early family histories. Don’t need to be a First Fleeter. Wyong RSL Club 2nd Sat 10:30am 4323 1849 Central Coast Family History Society Inc. All the resources, information and advice needed to study your family’s history available. 8 Russell Drysdale St, East Gosford. 1st Sat 1pm Lions Community Hall E Gosford 4324 5164 www.centralcoastfhs.org.au

Music Central Coast Concert Band Every Tues 7:15 - 9:30pm Community playouts with four concerts a year at Laycock St Theatre. 0407 894 560 or 0411 272 640 Soundwaves Men’s acapella 4 part harmony chorus - for all ages, all welcome 7:00pm Mon Central Coast Leagues Club 0405 030 945 randtbale@bigpond.com

Spirit of the Coast singers Small A Cappella Vocal Ensemble. All welcome Every Wed 7.15 - 9.30pm. Central Coast Leagues Club 0400 801 554 or 0412 820 484

Political Party Central Coast Greens Branch of Greens NSW, active regarding ecological sustainability, social and economic justice, peace and non-violence, grassroots democracy and getting elected 3rd Thur centralcoast.nsw.greens.org.au centralcoastgreens@gmail.com

Probus Clubs All Probus clubs have interesting guest speakers, friendly atmosphere, make new friends, fellowship. intellectual stimulus, and social activities. Probus Club of Avoca 10am 3rd Mon Avoca Beach Bowling Club 4368 6157 4384 3741 Probus Club of Brisbane Water (Gosford) 1st Wed 10am - Legacy House, Opp Gosford Swimming Centre 4365 0044 Probus Club Erina 10:30am 2nd Tues Tarragal Glen Country Club, 110 Karalta Rd, Erina 4360 1441

Ourimbah combined Probus Club Mthly meetings 1st Wed 10am Niagara Park Community Centre 4332 1538 www.probussouthpacific. org/pcourimbah

Terrigal Ladies Probus Club Rotary Hall, Duffy’s Rd Terrigal - 1st Mon 1.30pm 4385 3395 Probus Club West Gosford 2nd Thur Narara Community Centre, 2 Pandala Rd Narara 10am 4362 7227

Public Speaking Develop confidence by improving your speaking skills. Meetings are entertaining and educational. Coastal Communicators Toastmasters Club 1st and 3rd Sats Avoca Beach Bowling Club 10.15am. 4341 6842 jancummings@y7mail.com

Blue Gum Flat Toastmasters Mthly meetings 1st and 3rd Mon 7.30-9.30pm Ourimbah RSL 4362 7227 Brisbane Waters Breakfast Toastmasters Club 2nd and Last Sat each month - The Hive and Library Erina Shopping Centre 0459 240 183

Central Coast Handweavers, Spinners and Textile Arts Guild Spinning and weaving, patchwork and quilting, felting and other fibre and fabric crafts, community quiting bees - Day and Night Groups 4325 4743 www.centralcoasthsguild.org.au

Central Coast Campus Friends Inc Post school learning, advocacy, dinners, discussions, speakers, awards, newsletters and special projects 4324 0023 sonhopk@bigpond.net.au

Country Women’s Association (CWA) Quilting, spinning, knitting, Crochet and more Every Fri, Terrigal Bowling Club 4385 9503 4384 3696 Gosford RSL Ladies Indoor Bowls Social indoor bowls Frid 10am - 2pm RSL Club 4344 5812 0412 773 441 Gosford RSLSubbranch Women’s Auxiliary Raise money for the welfare of veterans and their families. RSL Club West Gosford 4th Mon 2pm 4323 7336

Gosford Business Improvement District Aims to make Gosford a safer, cleaner, commercially vibrant, attractive regional city through regular festivals and events, mthly markets, beautification and business retention projects. Markets 2nd Sat & seasonal events throughout the year. 200 Mann St Gosford 4322 7726

Inner Wheel Club of Gosford North Women making a difference with friendship, personal service and international understanding. Social activities combined with fund raising for local, national and international projects. 2nd Wed 7pm Phillip House Kariong

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Indoor Bowls Mixed Social Central Coast Leagues Club - Come learn this friendy game for all ages! 5 sessions weekly 4363 2360 43686811

Inner Wheel Club of Terrigal Share friendship, social activities as well as fundraising for local, national and international projects. 2nd Tues, 7pm Terrigal Rotary Hall, Duffy Road Terrigal 4384 1553

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Matcham Garden Club Monthly Meetings and terigalinnerwheel@gmail.com Garden Visits with speakers and discussions Diggers@ Soroptimist relating to rare and unusual The Entrance International plants. Toastmasters SI is a dynamic New comers welcome Convenient daytime organisation for Every 2nd Thur meetings 2nd and 4th professional and business 12noon to 2.30pm Mondays 10.30am to women, through advocacy, 4361 6292 12.30pm awareness and action. 2nd 4365 2751 Travel Thur 6:45pm - Breakers Country Club, Dover Rd A travel club with a Gosford City Wamberal difference! Toastmasters sibrisbanewater@siswp.org Travel in small groups and 2nd & 4th Thurs, Gosford 4367 6331 stay with friends in 370 Bowling Club 4340 1929 clubs around the world. emcloon@bigpond.net.au Kincumber View Club We in turn host small For ladies looking for a groups from other Special Interest place to make friends. Friendship Force clubs. Central Coast 4399 3625 4388 9435 Interesting speakers, lunch, Amateur Radio Club www.friendshipforcecentralcoast.asn.au bus trips, movie days and Join the world wide home functions. 4th Tues hobby of Amatuer Radio? Women’s Groups Davistown RSL Club 11am Dandaloo St, Kariong Girl Guides 4369 7363 Saturdays 11am to 4pm Women 18 + needed for 4340 2500 leadership & admin roles. Terrigal View Club ccarc@ccarc.org.au Make a contribution to the Luncheon meeting young women of tomorrow, followed by a guest CCLC Bridge Club share your skills and make speaker 1st Wed, Also Duplicate Bridge-partner new friends. No previous outings and functions not required for most experience required, full mthly. Breakers Club Dover sessions. See www. training available. Rd Wamberal cclcbridgeclub.asn.au 4328 3247 4358 5500 Central Coast Leagues Club 12.30pm Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri Sat 1.30pm Wed 7.15pm Mon 4323 3456 cclcbridgeclub@westnet.com.au

Probus Club Nth Gosford 4th Tues Central Coast Leagues Club 10am 4329 0766

4340 5157

Australasian Native Orchid Society Cultivation and conservation of Aust Native Orchids. 2nd Wed, Narara Community Centre, 2 Pandala Rd Narara - 8pm

If you would like your Community Organisation listed here, see www.duckscrossing.org/publications. html for the forms or contact COAST Community News on 4325 7369

Coast Community News - March 26, 2013 - Page 19

Movie fundraising night for Myeloma Support Group

Out & About

Metrodome returns for National Youth Week

he Central Coast Myeloma Support Group (CCMSG) will hold a movie night on Thursday, April 4, from 6:30pm at the Avoca Beach Picture Theatre.

The CCMSG, which is associated with the Gosford Hospital Cancer Care Centre, has held the fundraising movie night for several years. The movie to be screened is The Performance, an M rated drama which revolves around a string quartet which has been together for 25 years. The quartet learns that their oldest and most beloved member, the cellist, is put in a position where he intends to leave. “Finding a suitable replacement creates a great story,” said event organiser Mr Peter Campbell. “Myeloma is a rare

disorder (cancer) of the white blood cells which is made in the bone marrow. “This cell is unlike all other normal cells in your blood as it does not turnover (dies) therefore it keeps on multiplying in the bone marrow, overcrowding this space which results in a reduced capacity of normal red and white cell production which leads to other complications. “There are chemotherapy treatments for the disease but sometimes the side effects have undesirable outcomes hence the support group; there is no current cure. “The disease affects

mainly over 55 year olds so the Central Coast has a higher amount of sufferers than the average population. “Often the disease is not detected until it is in the advanced stages but awareness can make more people vigilant,” said Mr Campbell. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at the theatre or over the phone. Proceeds from last year’s event were used to purchase laptop computers to be used by patients during treatment. Email, 20 Mar 2013 Peter Campbell, CCMSG

The Gosford Diary For events in post code areas 2250, 2260 and 2251 If you’ve got something happening in Gosford LGA area over the next few weeks, let us know about it and we’ll list it here for you, for free. Contact details are on page 2.

Tuesday March 26 Central Coast Conservatorium fundraising concert, 7:30pm Solace meeting, Central Coast Leagues Club, 2pm4pm

Wednesday March 27 Central Coast art Society social meeting, 1:30pm, Gosford Arts Centre Tai Chi, Erina Community Trust Hall, 9am-10am, free Gosford Bush Poets meeting, 7pm, Gosford Hotel Seniors Community Forum, Central Coast Leagues Club, 10am

Thursday March 28 MacMasters Beach Art Show, MacMasters Beach SLSC, 6pm Working with Children information sessions, Niagara Park Community Centre, 11am, 12pm and 1pm

Saturday March 30 Peace Concert, Kibble Park, Gosford, 2:30pm6:30pm Central Coast Watercolor exhibition, 11am Studio Gallery, Gosford

Handmade Craft Easter Market, Bridgecoast Stadium, Terrigal, 9:30am2:30pm MacMasters Beach Market and Second Hand Book Sale, MacMasters Beach Progress Association Hall, 10am2pm

Central Coast Family History Society meeting, Lions Community Hall, East Gosford, 1pm SeaFM Kariong Sessions Skate, Scooter and BMX competition, Kariong Skate Park Woohoo Revue, Kantara House, Green Point

Monday April 1

Sunday April 7

Life Drawing Sketch Session, Blackbird Tattoo and Art Studio, Erina, 6:30pm

Central Coast Blues Society jam session, Breakers Country Club, Wamberal, 6pm-9pm Market Day, Point Clare Community Hall, 9am-3pm

Thursday April 4 Central Coast Myeloma Support Group movie night, Avoca Beach Picture Theatre, 6:30pm

Friday April 5 Stevie and the Easybeats, Laycock St Community Theatre

Saturday April 6 Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service Masquerade Ball, Crown Plaza Terrigal Combined Inner Wheel Clubs of the Central Coast Information Day, 2pm, Green Point Community Centre Kaboom! Rhythm Hut student performances, Rhythm Hut, Gosford

Safro Lionza

ll-ages indie and dance music event, the Metrodome, will return to the Youth Arts Warehouse in Gosford on Friday, April 12, for its first show of 2013 to celebrate National Youth Week.

The event will serve as the first NSW show for Airports, the new live act from Central Coast producer DJ Northie and long-time collaborative partner Nathan Moss. Launching at the start of March, their debut single, Stellar, is a radio friendly electro-pop number that’s not short of energy or an infectious hook. Stellar explores the search for purpose, surrender and adventure in all of us, as illustrated in the tagline “tonight we’re living for something bigger than you and I”. “Proving their worth under the Northie Live banner at events including Easterfest, Youth Alive Groundswell, Black Stump Music Festival and a performance at The Metro Theatre, Airports are set to take off in The Metrodome,” said Regional Youth Support Services youth arts coordinator Ms Sharon Aldrick. “The brand of contemporary folk created by Valley of Kings will be

a fantastic addition to The Metrodome. “Taking out first place in Youthrock 2012, the guys were pointed in the direction of being added to Peats Ridge Festival, performing two sets to packed out crowds in the Chai Temple, mesmerising festival-goers with beautiful harmonies and marvellous instrumentation. “Valley of Kings will bring everyone back to earth, closing the night at The Metrodome. “Safro Lionza will return to the Youth Arts Warehouse for their second live show ever, after proving their talent in support of Jinja Safari at a sold out Indent Tour show late in 2012. “The indie rock band cited their main influences as Radiohead, Bon Iver, Fleet Foxes and Foals but are careful not to be a carbon copy of any of these acts, instead creating a unique brand of music that was missing from the Central Coast music scene.

“The music won’t stop with 16 year old Central Coast music prodigy KONVEX to perform DJ sets between band sets, fresh from his performance at Good Life Festival supporting world number one DJ Avicii,” said Ms Aldrick. The Metrodome is a drug and alcohol free, under 25s music event providing young musicians and fans with a safe place to perform and enjoy live music. The Metrodome provides a pathway for emerging local artists and event managers to grow the music scene on the Central Coast. Media and music entrepreneur Nic Kelly, 17, is the team leader for the project and said he was looking forward to taking on the challenge of leading a team of other young people to produce a high quality event. Media Release, 14 Mar 2013 Sharon Aldrick, Regional Youth Support Services

Tuesday April 9 Solace meeting, Central Coast Leagues Club, 2pm4pm Bush Stone-Curlew census activity, Davistown Progress Hall, 5:30pm

Wednesday April 10 Central Coast Potters Society committee meeting, 6:30pm, East Gosford Member for Gosford Chris Holstein community meeting, Mooney Mooney Old School Hall, 9:30am Member for Gosford Chris Holstein community meeting, Peats RidgeMangrove Mountain Golf Club, 11:30am

See the Peninsula News for events in post code areas 2256 & 2257 and the Wyong Regional Chronicle for events in post code areas 2258, 2259, 2261, 2262 & 2263

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Marine Discovery Divers seek more divers

he Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre (CCMDC) is inviting all scuba divers on the Central Coast to register with the newly formed Marine Discovery Divers.

Marine Discovery Divers is a network of divers interested in marine conservation and marine science. Divers will take part in fish identification surveys, occasional clean ups, photography projects and other opportunities as they arise. As a first initiative, a series of free workshops will be held in March and April to train divers in a range of skills including fish identification, underwater photography and understanding of the Range Extension Database and Mapping Project (Redmap) website. These workshops will allow divers to provide important input into the new and interactive website

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Redmap. “The Marine Discovery Divers Network aims to bring together individual divers, local dive shops and dive clubs working together to increase participate in ‘citizen science’ initiatives and practices that contribute to a healthy marine environment,” said CCMDC spokesperson Ms Jane Smith. “We have been fortunate to receive funding from the Federal Government’s Community Action Grants to run a series of initial training workshops allowing divers to participate in the Redmap program.” Redmap, which was launched in NSW in December last year has invited all members of the Australian community to spot, photograph, log and map marine species that are not common in Australia or along particular parts of our coastline.

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They can then upload this information to the website where the sighting can be verified by expert scientists from the University of Newcastle and DPI NSW (Fisheries). “The data on Redmap provides real-time tracking of changes to species distributions that all users can contribute to and view,” said NSW Redmap coordinator Associate Professor Natalie Moltschaniwskyj. “Local divers and fishermen have already picked up some fish species that are new to our waters, such as the Klein’s Butterfly Fish, Redspot Wrasse, Spangled Emperor and the Coral Sea Gregory. “The use of this website relies upon people being willing to record and log any out-of-range marine animals and plants. “These workshops will assist by giving divers the skills and confidence to participate in the program.” The CCMDC will also be setting up a system for divers to conduct a series of pilot dives so that they can practice their new skills in recording different marine species. The Marine Discovery Divers using the Redmap initiative is funded by Caring for our Country and hosted by the Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre. Redmap NSW is led by the University of Newcastle.

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Mariners can still win the Premier’s Plate

he Central Coast Mariners will take on Melbourne Heart in the final round of the regular season at Bluetongue Stadium on Saturday, March 30.

The Mariners enter the round 27 contest on the back of a 2-0 win over Adelaide United at Hindmarsh Stadium on Sunday, March 24. Daniel McBreen scored his 16th goal of the campaign against the Reds, while substitute Mile Sterjovski netted his first goal for the yellow and navy with a strike late in the game. In the day’s earlier fixture, John Aloisi’s Heart outfit had their Finals Series hopes dashed in Brisbane. The Roar won 2-0 at Suncorp Stadium, leaving Heart with only pride to play for in their last game of the campaign. Central Coast Mariners have played Melbourne Heart twice this term and have claimed maximum points on both occasions. Heart are yet to score against the Mariners this season. In round four, Pedj Bojic’s second-half set-piece goal earned the Mariners a narrow 1-0 win over the red and whites at AAMI Park. Bojic was at it again in

round 11 as he scored a brace to lift his side to a 2-0 victory at Bluetongue Stadium. Central Coast’s win in Adelaide piled pressure on Tony Popovic’s Western Sydney Wanderers who currently sit atop the Hyundai A-League ladder. The Wanderers must now claim at least a point at Hunter Stadium on the evening of Friday, March 29, to secure first place. A loss against Gary van Egmond’s team will open an opportunity for the Mariners to claim back-to-back Premierships should they sink Heart at Bluetongue. Saturday’s fixture against Heart will take on a Superhero theme as the Club encourages fans young and old to take have some fun in the final round of the regular season and come to the game dressed as their favourite Superhero. At 4:30pm, a walk to the Stadium will take place from Kibble Park in the Gosford CBD. Supporters can unite with like-minded fans to rally

behind the Club ahead of its game against Melbourne Heart. The Superhero theme will also spill over to social media, with fans asked to use the hashtag #SuperheroSaturday on Twitter when conversing about the match. Supporters can post photos all week, and send their messages of support to the team using the hashtag. Central Coast Mariners and Hyundai A-League aficionados alike will also have the opportunity to gain a behind the scenes look at life at the Club. This season, the Mariners have been filming an exclusive documentary series entitled The Code: Life with the Mariners, tracking the team’s journey throughout the most anticipated season in Australian football history. The first of six halfhour episodes will air on Fox Sports 3 and 3HD on Wednesday, March 27, at 7:30pm. Media Release, 25 Mar 2013 Central Coast Mariners

St Patricks holds cross country t Patricks Catholic Primary School held its cross country event on Friday, March 15, at Adcock Park.

Students who were eight, nine or 10 years old ran 2km while 11, 12 and 13 year olds ran 3km. The eight years male and female events were won by Michael Holmes and Violet Gates respectively while the nine years events were won by Alec Warwick and Elise

Patrick. The 10 years events were won by Daniel Peters and Sophie Holiday, the 11 years event were won by Alex Bailey and Jessica Sawyer and the open age events were won by Amngelo Mosquero and Danielle Pizzata.

A team of 100 students will now progress to the CCC Cross Country Carnival to be held at Adcock Park on Friday, April 5. Newsletter, 18 Mar 2013 Nicole Cumming, St Patricks Catholic Primary School

BARBS Blues Angels Acoustic Roots’n’Blues Sessions

Sunday April 21 1-5pm $5

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Bookings open. Still plenty of spots.

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Sport

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Special Olympians go to State Titles

Central Coast Football turns 50 entral Coast Football (CCF) is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year and will celebrate with a number of events including the grand opening of Pluim Park on Anzac Day, April 25.

CCF formed in 1963 and provides opportunities to all players and ability levels from U5s to O45s. CCF offers development pathways for elite footballers as well as community based competitions where local clubs compete in weekend matches. “Over the past 50 years, Central Coast Football has gone from strength to strength and with our 23 clubs fielding over 13,000 players together, we will only get stronger as an association serving the football community,” said CCF chairman Mr Darren Sprod.

Central Coast’s home of football, Pluim Park, has undergone major redevelopment over the past three months and is sporting a new look with a brand new office and amenities building, renovated fields with state of the art drainage systems and upgrades to the car park and grandstands. Local football clubs as well as the Central Coast Mariners Academy will play at Pluim Park during the 2013 season CCF will also hold a 50th year Celebration Dinner at Mingara Recreation Centre on July 27 which will see

the induction of past players into the newly established Hall of Fame. A book documenting CCF’s history will also be available for purchase on the night. “Never before has CCF hosted such an important year where all clubs, staff, volunteers and the wider football community join together over a number of significant events to celebrate this momentous year, remember our history and move towards the future of football on the Central Coast,” said Mr Sprod. Email, 15 Mar 2013 Central Coast Football

Robert Stott, Alexander Shepherd and Carley Chapman at the Athletics State Titles 2013

number of Special Olympics Central Coast competitors competed in the State Titles in bocce, athletics, long and short course swimming held by Special Olympics NSW this month.

Bocce was held at Club Italia in Lansvale where Ashley Emerson of Wyoming won a silver medal in the doubles event and bronze in the teams event. Sandy Caruana of Somersby won a gold medal in singles and said she was very excited about possible selection for the Asia Pacific Games to be held in Newcastle in December. She said that she was “getting the hang of bocce”. Carley Chapman of Umina won two bronze medals for singles and doubles and said it was the best she had played and thoroughly enjoyed the competition. Athletics was held at Barden Ridge Athletics Field with only a short shower through the day, however, athletes had to contend with wet conditions for field events. Robert Stott of Matcham

won silver, bronze and a fourth place in athletics. Carley Chapman won a silver medal in the 50m run, fourth in the 100m run with a personal best, gold in discus with another personal best and fourth in shot-put. Long course swimming was held at Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre, where Ashley Emerson won gold in the 50m breaststroke, 150m individual medley and 4 x 50m relay and silver in the 50m freestyle and 50m backstroke. Ashley achieved personal bests in all individual races. Sandy Caruana won a silver medal in the 50m breaststroke with a personal best, bronze in the 50m freestyle, fifth in the 50m butterfly and fourth in the 50m backstroke. Robert Stott won three gold medals and a fourth place in his events. He swam three personal

bests on the day and said his favourite event was the 100m breaststroke, as he had only swum this once before and achieved a personal best. Carley Chapman won a bronze in the 50m freestyle, placed fourth in the 50m butterfly and second in the 200m Individual Medley. Short course swimming was also held at Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre where Carley Chapman backed up the next day from the long course and was the only contender from the Central Coast. She contested a close 50m backstroke race. Media Release, 8 Mar 2013 Jenni Chapman, Special Olympics Central Coast

Mariners still in the hunt for Premier’s Plate

he Central Coast Mariners returned from their AFC Champions League match loss in Japan to notch up a 1-0 win over old foes Brisbane Roar at Bluetongue Stadium on Sunday, March 17.

This secured their second place on the table and kept their bid for the 2012-13 Hyundai A-League Premier’s Plate alive. A touch of class in the first half from Bernie Ibini was all that was needed for the Mariners to secure a guaranteed top two position on the ladder with just two regular season rounds remaining. The round 25 Hyundai A-League fixture was a must win for Central Coast as Graham Arnold’s men look to renew their hopes of winning a second successive Premiership.

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he Wyong Roos VB NSW Cup squad had its ﬁrst hit out on Saturday, February 9, at the Morry Breen Complex in Kanwal against the North Sydney Bears.

A crowd of around 700 reflected the interest that the Roos’ move to the competition has generated. Played over four 20 minute quarters, the competition was the maiden opportunity for head coach Paul Stringer and assistant coach Matt Orford to run the ruler over the playing roster under match conditions. The Bears, coached by Wyong premiership winning centre Wayne Lambkin, finished the 2012 home and away season in second position. While they were missing many of their players from last season, the Bears still fielded a useful outfit that was more than capable of testing the Roos both with and without the ball. Trying to manage expectations prior to the match, String said: “One thing I asked the boys to remember is that we will only get better from here.” The Roos started well with an early try to fullback Grant Nelson, who had chased down dummy half Mitch Williams’ kick into the

in goal area. Jay Florimo, (playing against the club where his father, Greg Florimo, is an institution) set up the next try for Kieren Gallagher, when he deftly kicked the ball into open space behind the fast

moving Bears’ defensive line. The Roos had controlled possession well until Bears winger Curtis Johnson crashed over in the corner. Paul Loelisi then crossed the line for the Roos.

Jay Florimo chipped and regathered, with the ball then passing through several sets of hands to overwhelm a scrambling Bears’ defence. The Roos led at the ﬁrst two breaks.

The Bears had assumed a narrow lead at three quarter time, but ultimately the weight of possession in favour of the Bears proved the telling factor, with the visitors running out winners 32 – 16.

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n east coast low hanging over the Central Coast brought horrendous conditions to the Allphones NSW Age Surf Life Saving Championships which began on Friday, March 1, at Ocean BeachUmina.

Despite the multiple program changes and the move of some water events to Terrigal, thousands of nippers aged eight to 14 had the opportunity to compete. Ofﬁcials who have been involved with surf lifesaving state championships for

close to four decades said they couldn’t recall worse conditions for a NSW junior state ﬁnal. Surf Life Saving NSW president Mr Tony Haven said, “This weekend has been very trying for everyone.” “I’d like to thank the competitors and their parents for their patience and understanding given the program changes and split venues.” Despite the driving rain and wind, Central Coast clubs fared well over the carnival, which was originally meant to be a three-day event, but ﬁnished up a condensed two-day program.

Narrowly missing out on top place for the second year in a row, was Avoca Beach SLSC, just six points behind the large Sydney Northern Beaches club Manly SLSC. The Flaherty family, who moved to the Coast in 2005, had by the end of the first day of competition collected three gold medals. Owen Flaherty won the U10 boys beach sprint beating Manly’s Tyler Sully and Sam Braun from Bronte, and was part of the all age beach relay winning combination. Owen has been training 15 to 20 hours a week over the summer and said he was determined to better his fifth in last year’s U9 sprint final.

“I knew I had had a lot of work to do,” he said. Older brother Finn collected gold in the U12 board relay conducted at Terrigal, which was opened up as part of a safe contingency plan based on the atrocious weather and sea state at Ocean BeachUmina. One brother opted for beach events and the other for water, and dad Greg said this allowed each to do well in their own discipline. “We moved to Avoca in 2005 and the boys have been in nippers at Avoca Surf Life Saving Club ever since. “The kids in our club are all good mates, they want

to win but in between there is good sportsmanship,” he said. Owen’s heroes are Kellogg’s Nutri-Grain Ironman Ky Hurst and older club mate and success story, Jake O’Brien. Other junior Central Coast competitors made a solid impression at the NSW Age Surf Life Saving Championships. A number of competitors did host club Umina proud, including U13 superstar Mimosa Henderson, who convincingly took out the board race in trying conditions. “Winning was a bit of a surprise, the conditions were very messy, but I have

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Curtis Johnson finished with four tries for the Bears, who will again be a force this year when the majority of their first choice players return from Rabbitoh duties. String’s assessment was succinct. “Our completion was 95% early. “It dropped to 57%. “We had 18 errors in possession.” The team displayed real commitment in defence, repeatedly holding out a bigger North Sydney pack which dominated field position in the later stages on the back of a wealth of possession. Despite it being a physical encounter, the Roos kept turning up for each other, and did not back away from the contest. When the Roos played through their sets, slick ruck play caused problems for the Bears’ defence. Jay Florimo kicked well early, ensured the outside backs received quick ball in good position, and hit hard in defence. After shifting to fullback, Keiren Gallagher provided a lesson in positional play and courage, repeatedly retrieving kicked ball from the in goal, and returning it into the teeth of the Bears’ defence.

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dominated in the first half. “We’ve sewn up second spot (and) for this Club, this season has been a massive success already.” Arnold indicated to the press that he would look to rest players leading into the Hyundai A-League Finals Series, as the team aims to etch its name in Central Coast and Australian club football history over the next two months via domestic and continental success.

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Following the game, Central Coast Mariners head coach Graham Arnold praised the effort and fight of his players who returned from their AFC Champions League match day two clash with Kashiwa Reysol in the land of the rising sun little more than two days earlier. “I thought the effort and the performance in our defensive structure, and the fight, was exceptional,” Arnold said. “It could have been three or four at half time. “Theo made some good saves, and we totally

been training very hard for this event. “I didn’t really have the home advantage today because the conditions were so wild,” said Henderson. Mimosa edged out close friend and fellow waterpolo teammate Jazmyn Rodwell from Terrigal, who secured the silver. Up-and-coming competitor Lachlan Braddish, also from Umina, did well to secure gold in the U11 surf race and silver in the U11 ironman. Brother Harry was impressive on the sand, winning silver in the U13 beach sprint.

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Narara wins cricket premier league grand final he Central Coast Cricket Grand Finals were held on the weekend of March 16 and 17 which saw Narara retain the Gavenlock Shield with a one run win over Lisarow in premier league.

The two sides had led the competition from start to finish with Lisarow taking out the minor premiership with Narara second. Play began on Saturday with Narara captain Andy Ryan winning the toss and electing to bat. The Lisarow attack had immediate success with Mitchell Coombes removing Troy Marchant, caught by wicket-keeper Blake Iddles. Andrew Bull came to the crease and set about building a solid innings against the bowlers. At one stage Narara were 4-39 but Bull and Andrew Murray saw the score through to 91 before Bull was out for 49. The lower order worked hard and, with Murray’s 34 and Tony Cornwell’s 27 and Dane Hokin’s 17, Narara reached 188. Lisarow bowlers Mitchell Coombes (3-43), Matt Jones (3-27) and skipper Chris Archer (25 overs 1-33) led the way. Lisarow had to face two overs at the end of the first day, and Narara’s Ashley Shoobridge dismissed Chis Sheppeard to leave Lisarow half at the close of play.

Sunday saw Lisarow set about chasing down the total. The batsmen found it tough to keep the scoreboard ticking over and, at one stage, were 4-50 with 40 overs to go. Lisarow’s strong middle order started to assert themselves but just as a batsman would appear to be set he would get dismissed. Ken Huckle, Matt Jones, Ryan Fenning and Michell Coombes all got started, only to lose their wickets before going on to get a big score. Trent Riley batted and scored 76 not out, only to see his team-mates lose their wickets in dramatic fashion. The last two wickets were run-outs as the tail-enders tried to turn the strike over to Riley with the final wicket of Scott Burkinshaw falling in the final over. Narara’s bowlers were led by Man of the Match Andrew Murray (3-37) and Ashley Shoobridge (2-55) who were helped by the three run-outs. In division one at Sohier Park, Lisarow had a comfortable outright win

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over minor premiers Umina. Lisarow set the game up on the first day by bowling Umina out for 73 in 45 overs. Rod Wehrle took 4-9 and Mitch Pennington 4-21 while Troy Spicer top scored with 29. Lisarow then batted for 59 overs and were bowled out for 151. Brendan Simpson achieved 43, Brady Pennington 41 and Mitch Pennington 33, while Umina’s bowlers were led by Daniel Fiddock 5-47 and Jordan O’Donnell 3-45. Umina batted again and, with captain Brad Jones scoring 50, they managed a score of 126. Lisarow gained the outright win with 3-49 with a couple of overs to spare. Division two was another terrific game at Gavenlock Oval. The Entrance batted first and used their full 80 overs to reach 201 all out. Jack Bailey top scored with 55 supported by captain Nick Harris with 32 while Doyalson’s bowlers were led by Daniel Watson with 4-55. Doyalson then reached the target, losing four wickets along the way with two of their younger players Jonathon Boyd (56 not out) and Josh Abel 49 leading the way. Kincumber took out the division three grand final with a hard-fought win over Narara and Toukley comfortably defeated Warnervale in division four

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while Lisarow beat Woy Woy in division five. Wyong’s win over The Entrance in division six was, at the time of writing, under dispute. Doyalson defeated Lisarow in division seven and, in the Suburban One Day Limited Overs competition, Narara beat Lisarow in grade one and Lisarow beat The Entrance in grade two. The Junior Grand Finals saw Toukley beat Woy Woy by 20 runs in the U17As while Kincumber beat Narara in the U17B T20 final and The Entrance took out the U15A over Toukley. The U15B was, at the time of writing, subject of a protest but Warnervale beat Lisarow in the U15Cs, The Entrance beat Gosford in the U13As, Umina beat The Entrance in the U13Bs, Terrigal beat The Entrance in the U13Cs, Terrigal beat Umina in the U11As, Narara beat Warnervale in the U11Bs and the U11’s saw Woy Woy beat Gosford. Highlights of the day were 82 runs scored by Thomas Sigley of Toukley

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in the U17As, Dylan Bennet 3-5 for The Entrance U15A team, Luke Fuller 3-6 for The Entrance U13As and Alex Searle 3-17 in Woy Woy’s U17A match.

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