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Local commuters lose out up to 50 minutes between trains during peak hour he new timetable for NSW trains started on Sunday, October 20, and it appears that for those people not travelling to the major Central Coast stations, the changes are detrimental.

Dubbed by the NSW Department of Transport as "the biggest timetable change in a generation", the changes aim to generate a number of benefits for NSW TrainLink customers. According to the Transport NSW website, the new timetable has been designed by transport experts based on demand, with the goal being to introduce more trains, reduce journey times, make services more consistent and journeys easier to plan. Coast Community News undertook a comparison of the old timetable and the new timetable, focusing on services between Woy Woy and Wyong from 8-9am and 5-6pm, those times being seen as the local peak hour each week day. The biggest difference in the morning period affects passengers travelling from Wyong to Woy Woy, with there now being only one train running between the two stations in that period of time. Passengers used to have the choice between an 8:25am service and an 8:50am service, with the latter being an all stations

train. However, commuters now have to catch an 8:34am train which stops only at Tuggerah, Gosford and Woy Woy. Passengers travelling to other stations on the line, such as Narara and Niagara Park, will need to consider different services outside the period of 8-9am or find other means of transport. However, for those travelling between Woy Woy and Wyong of a morning,

the timetable change sees the addition of a new service. On the old timetable, the 8:30am train from Woy Woy terminated in Gosford. Under the new timetable, passengers can catch an 8:20am service which runs all the way through to Wyong. For the afternoon period, there remain two services from Wyong to Woy Woy in the period between 5-6pm. However, the new

timetable means commuters who finish work at 5pm in Wyong will wait longer for their train home. The 5:17pm and 5:26pm trains are no longer, replaced instead by a 5:34pm and a 5:50pm service. With the 5:34pm stopping only at Tuggerah, Gosford and Woy Woy, those wishing to travel to any of the other stations on the line will face a wait time of up to 50 minutes from the time they finish work.

If you are travelling directly from Gosford to Wyong in the afternoon, the new timetable means there are six services to choose from between 5pm and 6pm. However, those commuting from Woy Woy to Wyong of an afternoon still only have one train they are able to catch. Irate local commuter, Justin Stanley lives in Ourimbah and commutes each day to Gosford.

Up until October 20, he used to catch the 8:33am service from Ourimbah with the total journey time being approximately five minutes. He now has to catch an 8:47am train from Ourimbah which stops at all stations and takes almost triple the time. It also means he is 15 minutes late to work each day. "They just changed it to affect the people who actually work," Mr Stanley said. The alternative is that he catches an earlier train, which gets him to work an hour early. The afternoon journey is not much better for Mr Stanley who will have to wait 40 minutes if he misses his 5:08pm train from Gosford during peak hour. This means that school children wanting to catch a train to school from Niagara Park to Gosford to be there at 9pm have to be at the station an hour earlier at 8.08am for a 5km trip. Local stations were crowded with school children that had been caught out by the new time table, urgently calling their schools on their mobile phones advising them that they would be at least 15 minutes late. At the time Coast Community News went to press, the NSW Department of Transport had not responded to requests for comment. Lindsey Chu, 21 Oct 2013

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he new timetable for NSW trains started on Sunday, October 20, and it appears that for those people not travelling to the major Central Coast stations, the changes are detrimental.

The CareFlight helicopter that had to land on Woy Woy Rd

Woy Woy Rd closed for air ambulance The CareFlight doctor said the 52-year-old man from Copacabana suffered multiple fractures when he crashed into a steel barrier. After stabilisation, the rider

was flown by CareFlight to Royal North Shore Hospital. Media release, 9 Oct 2013 Ian Badham, CareFlight

CSG mining prohibited near Peninsula Coal seam gas (CSG) mining has been prohibited within two kilometers of the Peninsula. NSW Planning and Infrastructure Minister Mr Brad Hazzard said CSG exclusion zones had also come into force across the Lower Hunter and Central Coast regions, including all zoned residential land and rural villages and a two kilometre buffer area around these locations. These exclusion zones reflected community concerns about the conflict over resource development in residential areas, he said. “The NSW Government is now seeking feedback on the precise location of the scheduled stagetwo expansion of CSG exclusion zones into future residential

growth areas in regional NSW,” Mr Hazzard said. He said the Government had appointed a Gateway Panel, which would conduct a scientific assessment to ensure the potential impacts of mining and CSG proposals on strategic agricultural land are identified prior to a development application being lodged. He said the panel, led by chairman Terry Short, were highly regarded experts in their fields and had decades of technical and industry experience. “The panel members we have appointed today deliver expertise across a number of disciplines, meaning each project will be subject to rigorous, balanced and scientific scrutiny.” Mr Short said the establishment of the gateway system was a tremendous step

forward for rural NSW. “It is a voice that rural NSW hasn’t had to date in the planning process,” he said. Mr Hazzard said the mapping being exhibited was to have been the primary component of the proposed Lower Hunter and Central Coast Strategic Regional Land Use Plan. Now this mapping has been released, it is instead proposed to prepare a Regional Growth Plan for the Lower Hunter and Central Coast under the State’s new planning system – rather than a regional plan. He said the Regional Growth Plans would comprehensively cover all strategic planning issues for the region – including housing, infrastructure, economic development, agricultural land and resources and environment – rather than having a focus

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near the crash site. CareFlight landed at the scene just before 3pm to allow the crew doctor to team with ambulance paramedics treating the rider.

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mainly on agriculture and resource industry issues. In the Gosford municipality, 654 hectares were identified as Biophysical Strategic Agricultural Land. None was on the Peninsula. “This is the first time in the State’s history there has been such extensive mapping and protection for our residential areas and farms,” Mr Hazzard said. “The progress in striking the balance between strategically significant agricultural land and residential properties is the result of extensive community and business consultation and was necessitated by the complete failure of the former State Labor government to address any of these issues despite CSG being extracted for more than 20 years in NSW.

“The changes deliver key elements of the Government’s Strategic Regional Land Use Policy while at the same ensuring a viable and strong mining industry can occur in NSW,” he said. NSW Minister for Primary Industries Ms Katrina Hodgkinson said the land had been mapped as BSAL because it had been identified as highly fertile and productive land. “Once the mapping is finalised, companies wanting to develop major mining or CSG projects within confirmed BSAL in the region will have to go through the independent scientific Gateway process,” she said. Media release, 3 Oct 2013 Julian Luke, Office of Katrina Hodkinson MP

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wider area,” Mr Rumble said. “We wouldn’t invest if the demand wasn’t there.” Despite Mr Rumble’s claims, council remained concerned that the proposal would still have a negative impact by removing the necessity to go to surrounding town centres such as Budgewoi. “We were conscious that a new store at this location would take business away from nearby Budgewoi Shopping Centre,” Wyong mayor Cr Doug Eaton said. Cr Greg Best also showed concern for the proposal, describing the construction of a Woolworths in Colongra to be “potentially devastating”. “We’ve seen it before with what Erina has done

to Gosford and what Tuggerah has done to Wyong,” Cr Best said. Despite not approving Woolworths’ Proposal, council still plans to work with the applicants in ﬁnding an alternative location. “We are currently in the process of placing a Masterplan for Budgewoi on public exhibition with the aim of revitalising the town, and we can’t afford to have business taken away from it,” Cr Eaton said. “However, we have vowed to work with the applicants to ensure we ﬁnd a suitable location for this development.” Media Release, 25 Sep 2013 Wyong Shire Council Wyong Council Agenda 2.2, 25 Sep 2013 Rebecca Wallisch, 25 Sep 2013

Wyong Council Agenda 8.1, 25 Sep 2013

proposed cinema complex at Lake Haven has moved a step closer with the recent signing of a Heads of Agreement between Wyong Council and Metro Cinemas.

The proposed development includes an eight theatre complex to be constructed on council land at Lake Haven, and leased to Metro Cinema. The complex is expected to provide up to 25 jobs. The Heads of Agreement will facilitate

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Map showing the proposed Woolworths at Colongra site rejected by Council

businessman in question that he got his name from Cr Eaton when he approached him for a donation to the candidates. Mr Carter was last year suspended on full pay as Mr Hartcher’s electorate ofﬁcer due to allegations Cr Eaton sits as an he and a policy adviser to Mr Hartcher, Mr Tim independent on Wyong Koelma, had breached Council but was the election funding laws Liberal candidate for the prior to the 2011 election. federal seat of Dobell

in 1996. When approached by the Wyong Regional Chronicle, Cr Eaton said he could not comment on the matter. “I have nothing to hide but under ICAC guidelines, I am unable to comment,” Cr Eaton said on Wednesday, October 9. Recently elected Federal Member for Dobell Ms Karen McNamara has also been drawn into the alleged scandal due to her role as Mr Webber’s campaign

manager during the 2011 election. Ms McNamara, whose husband Mr John McNamara was a Wyong Liberal councillor between 2008 and 2012, has denied allegations she signiﬁcantly overstated the amount of funds she had raised for Mr Webber’s campaign. Email, 8 Oct 2013 Wyong Shire Council Website, 1 Oct 2013 Sydney Morning Herald

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the completion of detailed studies and design options, and lodgement of a developed consent. “This is great news for our residents in the Shire’s north, who have to travel to Tuggerah to attend the movies,” Wyong mayor Cr Doug Eaton said. “The proposed cinemas will provide a much needed entertainment facility for residents, while also creating jobs. “In particular, jobs for our youth which are much needed.”

Trick or Treat in Gosford

Fiji’s Coral Coast Sevens’ champions Red Rock

International Rugby Festival at Gorokan

Paul Brasch, GBID

ICAC inquiry extends to Mayor Both MP’s ofﬁces were raided by Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) investigators on Friday, September 20. Computers and documents were seized during the raid. It has been alleged that Mr Ray Carter, the electorate ofﬁcer for NSW Energy Minister Mr Chris Hartcher, informed the

he Trick or Treat and Midday Monster Mash event is on again in Gosford City on Saturday, October 26. Gremlins and ghoulies are invited to meet at the main stage in Kibble Park by 11am where the children will be given a map to Trick or Treat around Gosford City in a fun, safe way. “This is a great event for the whole family,” said Gosford Business Improvement District (GBID) manager Mr Paul Brasch. “We encourage children from zero to 15 years of age to dress up in their scariest costumes, receive

a printed map which they take to participating stores in the Gosford City Centre and receive a stamp on the map as well as a tasty treat or perhaps a trick.” The Trick or Treat part of the event will only be held between 11am and 12pm. Once ﬁnished, the children will take their map to the barrels in Kibble Park to enter the draw for some great prizes. “We have a total of 10 prizes to win plus best dressed,” said Mr Brasch. “The second stage of the event is the Midday Monster Mash Disco from 12pm to 1:30pm where they can dance away on the Haunted Stage.

“Kibble Park will have a spooky theme for the day with a number of props and the gremlins and ghoulies will be entertained by scary characters. “We will have a number of games to play, a jumping castle, Zorb balls to roll around in and food stalls,” said Mr Brasch. Stores in the Imperial Shopping Centre and Gosford City Centre are encouraged to dress up their shop fronts and themselves. The winners will receive a prize. For more information or to download a map before Saturday, October 26, visit www.gosfordcity.com.au.

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powerhouse line up of teams is set to contest the 2013 Fitness First Central Coast Sevens International Rugby Festival to be held on the weekend of October 26 and 27 at Wyong Leagues Club.

Five Fijian teams are set to ﬂy in to contest this year’s event alongside teams from Samoa, Japan and New Zealand in both men and women’s events playing for a total prize pool of $50,000. A weekend of entertainment is planned for families with all the on-

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he alleged political donations scandal surrounding Central Coast Liberal MPs has now spread to local government, with allegations that Wyong mayor Cr Doug Eaton is linked to the controversy.

The Sydney Morning Herald has reported that Cr Eaton allegedly nominated a businessman who could be approached for a donation to Liberal candidates prior to the 2011 state election. These candidates included the current Liberal MPs for Wyong and The Entrance, Mr Darren Webber and Mr Chris Spence.

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Cinema complex proposed for Lake Haven

yong Council has rejected an application for a new Woolworths store along Scenic Dr, Colongra, due to concerns that it would negatively impact surrounding town centres.

The proposal involved rezoning of the site which would subsequently permit the lodgement of a development application for the construction of a Woolworths supermarket with a gross leasable ﬂoor area of 3,200 square metres, a bottle shop of 120 square metres, a service station and associated ongrade parking on the site. Wo o l w o r t h s development manager Mr Michael Rumble spoke at the Ordinary Council Meeting of Wednesday, September 25, claiming that development on the subject site would not impact on Toukley, Budgewoi and surrounding smaller town centres. “The proposed supermarket offers increased beneﬁt for the

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field action surrounded by a family friendly carnival with amusement rides, face painting, market stalls, cultural performances, international food, an appearance by the NSW Waratahs, music, dance crews and a special performance by X Factor contestant Tee. On-field in the men’s tournament, Flying Fijians Tokatoka Westfield Barbarians are returning to defend their title after sweeping through the 2012 Central Coast event followed on by blitzing the 2012 Fijian domestic circuit. The Babas will rightfully start favourites for this

year’s event, however, several teams are expected to challenge strongly for the title including Australian powerhouse teams Sunnybank from Queensland and Randwick Rugby Club regarded as one of Australia’s most famous rugby clubs. The women’s tournament will be also be ﬁercely contested with defending champions Sunnybank set to face off against the might of New Zealand’s Bay of Plenty in pool rounds. The tournament will see one of the strongest ﬁelds in the Southern Hemisphere forming to contest this year’s event including Japan’s

Kanto Champion Rugirl 7 who have been preparing for the tournament for several months. International Invitational side The Mamas feature International and Provincial level players from around the world including Norway, Germany, Australia, Uganda amongst the nationalities that will group together to compete at the event showcasing that by being a mother it does not mean having to give up being an elite athlete. The Te Whanau team semi-ﬁnalists in 2012 are expected to feature a number of the World Cup winning Australian Rugby

League team the Jillaroos. The weekend will feature over 80 explosive matches of rugby sevens and a full weekend of family fun and entertainment with the cultural performances set to be a feature of the weekend

including a traditional Haka and Maori Hangi Feast available at the event. The tournament is offering free passes to children aged 13 and under via their ofﬁcial Facebook page.

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Pacific Link Housing receives three awards osford based social housing p r o v i d e r, Pacific Link Housing, has been recognised as a leader by the Australasian Housing Institute through three awards for excellence in the annual AHI state awards for NSW.

Competing against similar organisations from all parts of the State, Pacific Link won two of five major awards on offer and was highly commended in a third category. The peak-body awards are offered by the Institute to ‘formally recognise and reward excellence’ in the community and social housing sector. Pacific Link won the top award in two categories for Leading Tenant Engagement Practice and Leading Housing Project Award, and was Highly Commended for new research programs in the Leading Innovation category. Pacific Link chairman Mr David Bacon said he

appointment of a skillsbased Board and new chief executive Mr Keith Gavin. This has resulted in a clear focus on governance, with private sector management models and independent research now routinely used to plan evidence-based programs that respond to regional needs. “I believe we have the best team in the business,” Mr Bacon said. “They have made an enormous contribution to the day-to-day management and delivery of properties and tenant services across the region, and are constantly developing leadership programs and solutions that benefit the sector as a whole. “They have proved, again, that the Central Coast has the people and the skills to match the very best Australia has to offer,” he said. The Pacific Link Team

was delighted by the State Awards “which again prove that the Central Coast has the leadership, skills and focus to compete against the biggest and best

organisations in the State and nationally”. “This is a team win every staff member can take great pride in,” he said. “Our team is one of the

best in the business. “They have earned the recognition they’ve received by working as a team to develop new ideas, better services and better

outcomes for our tenants and the community.” Appointed on a brief “to turn the organisation around” four years ago, Mr Bacon has overseen the

Media release, 11 Oct 2013 Keith Gavin, Pacific Link Housing

• For more information visit ... www.gosfordcity.com.au and pick up your Ghoulies or Gremlins trick or treat maps from participating stores in the Imperial Shopping Centre or Gosford City stores. • You can win prizes for Best Dressed Gremlin or Ghouly even the parents can win - fun for the whole family! After Trick or Treat it’s then off to the Haunted Stage in Kibble Park for the

Children can dance along to spooky songs with stalls, jumping castles, giveaways, kid’s kooky activities with mummy wrapping, yucky dip, graveyard treasure hunt and much, much more! Contact GBID on 02 43227726 for more information. Monster Mash is suitable for children aged 0 to 15 years old.

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Service NSW centre opens in Gosford

National parks in the Gosford LGA will not be included in recreational shooting bill ember for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein has confirmed that no national parks in the Gosford LGA would be affected by legislation put to NSW Parliament which would allow recreational shooting by amateur hunters in national parks.

Chris Holstein MP, Clr Bob Ward, Anna Grono (Gosford Service NSW Manager) and Glenn King (CEO of Service NSW).

he new Service NSW centre in Gosford will officially open its doors at 7am on Friday, October 25, with Ms Anna Grono appointed as manager of the centre.

Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein,who congratulated Ms Grono on her appointment as manager, said Service NSW is a new initiative launched by the NSW Government to improve and simplify services for all NSW residents and businesses. “It is an important part of the NSW Government’s Simpler Government Services Plan and I’m

pleased this vision is now coming to reality for the people of Gosford.” The Gosford Service Centre will be located at the site of the motor registry at Park Plaza, Henry Parry Dr. A temporary registry has been operating from the nearby former maritime offices during the closure. Mr Holstein joined Ms Grono and Service NSW CEO Mr Glenn King to

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review plans for the service centre. “I’m pleased to meet the new manager, Anna Grono, who has lived on the Central Coast for 40 years and has been with RMS for the past 14 years. “Ms Grono has previously worked on the Central Coast as a driver tester and for RMS in Grafton.” Ms Grono said she was “very excited to see Service NSW becoming a reality here in Gosford and my team is looking forward to serving the residents and businesses”. Service NSW was set up by the NSW Government in 2012 to provide access to a wide range of NSW Government transactions for residents and businesses, including driver licence and vehicle registration renewals, boating licences, applications for birth certificates and contractor licences. At the service centres, customers are greeted by concierges who check in customers, make sure they have the appropriate

paperwork filled out and advise of wait times. Customers can make appointments or carry out transactions at the selfservice kiosks in the centre. Mr King said there were six service centres now up and running across the State – in Kiama, Tweed Heads, Haymarket, Orange, Dubbo and Tamworth. “We are making it simpler and easier for people to access government services and customers love it. “Our early customer satisfaction ratings for our service centres is at 97% and our telephone service is 98%,” Mr King said. “I’m confident when the service centre opens here at Gosford, customers will be pleased by the convenience of the extended hours and the other enhanced service features.” “Over time we will deliver more and more services on behalf of government, with a view to providing customers with the one-stop government experience they have told us they want,” Mr King said. Media release, 8 Oct 2013 Chris Holstein, Member for Gosford

Mr Holstein said 12 parks and reserves had been listed for consideration of over 750 state parks and reserves, none of which are on the Central Coast. “No parks anywhere on the Central Coast are affected by the legislation and any scaremongering in the media would be nothing short of reckless misrepresentation of the facts,” said Mr Holstein. Central Coast Greens representative Ms Kate da Costa said the Greens were absolutely opposed to the proposal to allow amateur, recreational shooters in national parks. “We join conservation groups, GetUp!, the staff of the National Parks and Wildlife Service and other environmentalists in calling for Barry O’Farrell to abandon the legislation planned to be put to Parliament this month. “Amateur shooting in national parks will not reduce feral animals but will increase the risk that staff of National Parks and Wildlife Service or other users of parks could be injured or killed. “This plan is unscientific and dangerous. “The people of NSW fought for decades to have areas of great natural beauty and value set aside for passive recreation for everyone to enjoy. “What right do shooters have to take over parks? “There are thousands of hectares of State Forest now available for hunting, for

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those who feel compelled to do so. “The claim that amateur hunters will help control feral animals has no basis in fact. “While feral animals in national parks are a real problem, National Parks and Wildlife Service staff do not use hunting for this, they have carefully managed programs which random amateur hunting will disrupt. “We are concerned, based on the New Zealand experience that campers and bushwalkers will be at risk from hunters who cannot tell the difference between an animal and a person. “Furthermore, even though we understand the plan is to close a national park when shooters are using it, there are many entries to parks and the risk is very high that a walker will unknowingly move into a hunting zone. “We are concerned about animal welfare, as unsupervised amateur hunters may maim rather than kill outright. “If passed, this legislation will be seen by the irresponsible end of the shooting community as a license to kill at any time. “We should maintain a ban on amateur recreational hunting of any type at any time in any national park. “We are told by the Government that no national parks in Gosford or the Peninsula are on the list for shooters, but they told us in 2011 that no national parks would be opened for shooting. “The only safe way is to stop the proposal for hunting in national parks,” said Ms da Costa. Media statement, 10 Oct 2013 Kate da Costa, Central Coast Greens Media statement, 9 Oct 2013 Chris Holstein, Member for Gosford MP

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Waterways rubbish is mostly from oyster farms olunteers from Aboriginal Men’s Health Centre, The Glen, helped remove over three tonnes of bulk oyster products from Kincumber Creek on October 4 as part of Gosford Council’s Brisbane Waters Foreshore Program, Clean4shore.

Old oyster trays, disused timber, discarded shade cloth and plastic were targeted on the day. Approximately 200 oyster trays, one tonne of old hardwood timber and 20 bags of small litter was removed from the bulk oyster site at Kincumber Creek. “Very tough work, completed exceptionally well by this group,” coordinator Mr Graham Johnston said. Large volumes of waste still remain around the site, despite significant efforts by the volunteers from The Glen. Report, 4 Oct 2013 Graham Johnston, Clean4shore

Two of the volunteers, about to load final load from the Kincumber bulk oyster site

Flood data to be used to assess insurance risk osford Council has agreed to share its comprehensive technical flood mapping data with the insurance industry, to assist with developing pricing premiums to better suit individual property

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In response to community concerns regarding escalating costs, council commenced discussions with the Insurance Council of Australia (ICA). These discussions

identified that the affordability of insurance relies heavily on the availability of detailed flood information, such as the floor level of properties that occupied the floodplain. Council’s director

environment and planning Ms Danielle Dickson explained that when insurance companies have limited information available, the insurer must act prudentially and charge based on

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Bensville subdivision approved

ollowing consultation between Gosford Council, the applicant and local residents, council has unanimously approved a subdivision at 535 Empire Bay Dr, Bensville, which will see the land split into six rural allotments.

As a part of the negotiations, the applicant has also donated 11.07 hectares of land to council’s Coastal Open Space

System (COSS). The land contains coastal saltmarsh, estuarine mangrove scrub and swamp oak floodplain forest, as

well as providing important wildlife corridors. Gosford Council Agenda ENV.52, 15 Oct 2013

Managing Flood Risk DVD wins award osford Council has been recognised for its excellence in floodplain risk management after being awarded joint winner in the Local Government category for its Managing Flood Risk DVD at the 2013 Resilient Australia Awards.

The Resilient Australia Awards acknowledge innovative practices and achievements that make communities more resilient and better prepared to manage any emergency situation. Gosford Council’s manager integrated planning Mr Eddie Love said the award acknowledged the pioneering practices being implemented by council. “The Managing Flood Risk DVD is an industry first that was developed to address a gap in knowledge identified within the floodplain management industry. “As a management tool it provides valuable insight for communities and government agencies to better understand and manage the risks of potential future flooding emergencies within communities’ right across Australia. “We are honoured to have received this prestigious award as a recognition of the hard work and dedication of all those who assisted in the creation of this wonderful resource,” said Mr Love. Mr Love added that the Managing Flood Risk DVD has proved to be a popular resource among users. “Since the DVD’s official launch at the 2013 National Floodplain

Management Association (FMA) Conference at Tweed Heads in May we have seen an influx in requests from users, particularly the NSW SES. “The resource is also being used as a teaching tool in the Floodplain Risk Management Course at the University of Technology in Sydney, which is designed for engineers and planners who are engaged in the Floodplain Management process, as well as local government councillors and community representatives on floodplain risk management committees. “We are hopeful that this award will help us to further spread the message to the many people and organisations that would benefit from this valuable resource,” said Mr Love. Council successfully sought grant funding from the NSW Ministry for Police and Emergency Services Natural Disaster Resilience Grants Scheme 2010-11 to assist in the development of the Managing Flood Risk DVD. The NSW State Government also provided funding for Gosford City Council to undertake this project. Media release, 18 Oct 2013 Gosford Council Media

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Grants given to Fairhaven Services oint Clare charity Fairhaven Services has received $10,000 by Ettalong Bowling Club to replace the chairs at its supported employment sites and $4,500 from Central Coast Leagues Club to purchase new furniture for its residential service.

The clubs donated the funds as part of this year’s Community Development Expenditure Grants program. “As a local charity we constantly struggle to fill the gap between government funding and the real cost of supporting local people with disabilities through residential, supported employment and day option programs,” said Fairhaven Services fundraising coordinator Ms

Sue Chidgey. “These purchases will replace very old items which had well and truly passed their use by dates. “The furniture will ensure our residents and supported employment clients a more comfortable environment to live and work,” she said. Email, 10 Oct 2013 Sue Chidgey, Fairhaven Services

Councils to compare LEPs osford Council is engaging in a conversation with local land owners by inviting them to make submissions to gauge council’s attitude to future planning proposals and initial amendments to the Gosford Local Environment Plan (LEP) 2013, with a subsequent report to be brought to council outlining any recommended amendments to the LEP.

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While the draft Gosford LEP is still awaiting gazettal, this process will allow the organisation to have any possible changes considered as soon as this has taken place. The adoption of the draft LEP is seen by many as the chance to revitalize and facilitate some much needed development and enhancement of the City. Cr Craig Doyle said the LEP had been kicking around in Gosford for some time now. "We finally have our LEP ready to go, but why do we have differences between

our LEP and Wyong's LEP?" A workshop will be conducted before December 31 to compare the Gosford LEP and Wyong LEP, with the view of creating similar planning legislation across the Central Coast. Cr Bob Ward voted against the decision and said he didn’t think it was necessary to compare Gosford's LEP with Wyong's. Cr Hillary Morris also voted against the decision. Gosford Council Agenda NM.18, 15 Oct 2013 Kaitlin Watts, 15 Oct 2013

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Page 8 - October 22, 2013 - Coast Community News

Motorbike crash closes Woy Woy Rd

Male charged with armed robbery olice from Brisbane Water Local Area Command have charged a man following an armed robbery at Avoca Beach on Saturday, October 12.

About 9:30pm, a man entered a service station at Avoca Beach and allegedly produced a knife, demanding money from the two shop assistants. The assistants handed over a sum of cash before the man ran from the store. Police were alerted and

a full investigation was commenced. As a result of those investigations, detectives charged a 20-year-old man at Gosford Police Station on

Monday, October 14. He was charged with robbery while armed, and was refused bail to appear in Gosford Local Court today. Media release, 15 Oct 2013 NSW Police Media

Fatal crash at Central Mangrove olice are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal collision between a truck and a 4WD at Central Mangrove, near Peats Ridge, on Thursday, October 10.

About 9:25am, emergency services were called to the intersection of Wisemans Ferry Rd and George Downes Dr following reports of a collision. A 57-year-old woman was trapped inside the 4WD and, despite the efforts of emergency services, she

died at the scene. The male truck driver was not injured in the collision but taken to Gosford Hospital for mandatory blood and urine tests. Detectives from

Brisbane Water Local Area Command are continuing their investigations into the collision and will prepare a report for the information of the Coroner. Media release, 10 Oct 2013 NSW Police Media

Point Clare man charged over Kariong incidents oy Woy Rd was temporarily blocked on the afternoon of Wednesday, October 9, after a motorbike crash at Kariong.

Ambulance paramedics called the CareFlight rapidresponse trauma team shortly after 2:30 pm. Police blocked Woy Woy Rd to allow the helicopter to land near the crash site. CareFlight landed at the scene just before 3pm to allow the crew doctor to team with ambulance paramedics treating the

rider. The CareFlight doctor said the 52-year-old man from Copacabana suffered multiple fractures when he crashed into a steel barrier. After stabilisation, the rider was flown by CareFlight to Royal North Shore Hospital.

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yong Shire and Gosford City Councils have been working to develop a Positive Ageing Strategy in response to the ageing population of the Central Coast region and are asking for input from residents.

The aim of the strategy is to help older residents’ lead healthy, active and independent lives as they age, enhancing participation and quality of life. “More than a quarter of Central Coast residents are aged over 60 years and going by the trends shown in census statistics this number is only going to increase,” said Wyong mayor Cr Doug Eaton said. “We have to plan now for this shift in demographics,

which will bring with it a range of challenges and opportunities for our community. “By developing this Strategy we are providing direction not only to both Councils but other levels of Government and peak groups to guide effective planning and service provision.” As part of this strategy, residents over 50 were asked earlier in the year to provide their ideas on

how both councils can collectively work to support older residents. Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna said that the next step in this process was creating a community forum to workshop these ideas and discuss how they can be implemented moving forward. “We have received over 2,500 submissions in recent months regarding our Positive Ageing Strategy, providing a great insight into

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initiative that sees both councils working together for the benefit of our region and I look forward to seeing the positive results that come from these forums,” he said. Media release, 15 Oct 2013 Gosford Council Media

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Eleven finalists for Tourism Awards

Local businesses take part in competition

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leven tourism businesses on the Central Coast have been nominated as finalists in the 2013 NSW Tourism Awards which were announced on Friday, October 4, by organisers of the Tourism Industry Council NSW.

Finalists on the Central Coast comprise the 2012 2013 “Lots to Love. Love the Lake” marketing campaign, Australian Reptile Park, Bells at Killcare Boutique Hotel, Restaurant and Spa, Convict Footprints on the Old Great North Rd, Dharug National Park, Glenworth Valley Outdoor Adventures, Mercure Kooindah Waters, Norah Head Lighthouse, Somewhere Unique, State Forests of the Watagan Mountains, Stays in the Vines and TreeTop Adventure Park Central Coast. The finalists from 31 categories come from a

range of tourism areas such as Major Tourist Attractions, Ecotourism, Destination Marketing, Tourism Education and Training. The Awards celebrate and acknowledge tourism businesses that demonstrate outstanding achievement throughout the year, and the program is supported by Destination NSW. Tourism Industry Council NSW general manager Mr Andrew Jefferies said the 2013 results were reflective of not only the excellence and high standard of tourism products on offer across the state, but also of

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hree businesses in the Gosford LGA have been shortlisted in NSW Fair Trading’s state-wide I Love My Local Business competition.

A happy customer, Aimee Downing, nominated Wyoming’s Skinz Spray Tanning, because it is supporting her in the World’s Greatest Shave next year. Ms Downing said her goal was to raise $3,000. “They’ve been very welcoming, donating three spray tanning vouchers and they will be holding a fundraising week where some of the funds go to my shave to support people with leukaemia, lymphoma and other blood cancers.” Two Gosford businesses, ET Australia and Pinned Up Hair Salon, were also shortlisted. Angela Little entered ET training college Australia because she said they helped change her life. “ET Australia is a training organisation that applies for funding to help the community do training when they can’t afford it - like me,” said Ms Little. “I did a program and am now working in the industry I studied. “This new employment changed my life and has [had] such a positive impact [on] me. “ET helps heaps of people like me.” Pinned Up Hair Design was nominated by Megan Lightfoot who said: “I love Pinned Up hair Salon in Gosford because they are a young, energetic group of ladies that cater for older generations as well as allrounders.” “I work for a disability company and I take the residents there. “They love it. “They have never been charged so they bring gifts.” These businesses are three of 25 NSW local businesses to be shortlisted in the competition, where consumers nominate their favourite local business via a 60 words or less entry on the Fair Trading Facebook page. “The entry with the most votes wins $250, the People’s Choice award,” he said. Voting closes midnight on October 25 The person who

nominated the business receives the prize and the business is promoted on the Fair Trading Facebook page and website. An independent judging panel will decide five other winners from across the state. Winners will be announced in early November. Mr Stowe said the agency had been overwhelmed with hundreds of entries from consumers keen to share their good experiences with local businesses. “The competition is a great way to show how Fair Trading supports all aspects of local communities, including local businesses,” he said. “While we sometimes have cause to name and shame businesses doing the wrong thing, this competition celebrates good business practice in

NSW.” Small Business Commissioner Yasmin King said she was honoured to be one of the competition’s judges. “It can be hard work running a great local business. “My office welcomes initiatives that celebrate local businesses for their excellent service and support for the community,” she said. “Local businesses play an invaluable role in NSW. “Communities with a strong connection among local residents and businesses are more resilient and these awards are a great way for the community to come together.” Media release, 11 Oct 2013 Kelly Burke, NSW Fair Trading

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Education

Coast Community News - October 22, 2013 - Page 15

Primary school holds LoudFest

Flashing lights for more schools ive schools in the Gosford LGA and three in the Wyong LGA will receive flashing lights under the next NSW Government rollout to increase school zone pedestrian safety.

Minister for the Central Coast Mr Chris Hartcher was joined by Roads Minister Mr Duncan Gay on Friday, October 18, to make the announcement. Mr Hartcher said the NSW Government was delivering on its commitment to ensure every school in the State had a set of flashing lights by December 2015. “I’m delighted eight Central Coast schools will receive flashing lights – they are one of the most effective tools for slowing down motorists near schools and are a commonsense approach to saving children’s lives,” he said. ”Children are our most vulnerable and inexperienced road users. “They may also take risks in the traffic environment without realising they are doing so. “School zone flashing lights alert drivers they are entering a 40 km/h school zone and to slow down,

reducing the risk and severity of crashes. “Put simply, flashing lights make the roads around our schools safer.” Flashing lights will be installed at Central Coast Grammar School in Erina Heights, Holgate Public School, Hopetown School in Wyong, Kulnura Public School, Lakes Anglican Grammar School in Wyong, Peats Ridge Public School, The Coast Christian School in Bensville and Wyong Christian Community School. Mr Gay said the installation of these flashing lights was part of a rollout that would see a further 101 schools in the State receive flashing lights before the start of the 2014 school year. “That means 1,255 NSW school zones will have flashing lights which will cover 1,364 schools,” he said. “The State Budget

increased funding for the flashing lights program from $19.5 million to $32.5 million – meaning an additional 1,500 schools will get lights by December 2015 that otherwise would have missed out. “Every school in the State will have a set of flashing lights by December 2015. “Last financial year, 280 sets of flashing lights were installed, the largest number ever installed in a single financial year,” Mr Gay said. Trials found flashing lights helped to slow motorists by an average of seven kilometres an hour when they enter a school zone. Roads and Maritime Services will consult with local residents and schools about the timing for the installation of the lights. Media release, 18 Oct 2013 Caroline Hutcherson, Office of Chris Hartcher MP

Wyoming students in top 100 hree students from Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School in Wyoming have been listed in the top 100 Year 5 and 6 students who competed in the Newcastle Permanent Hunter Year 5 and 6 Maths Competition.

“As you can imagine there would have been thousands of children who sat this test,” said Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School principal Mr Garry Hansford. In Year 5, Elloise Bright

came 37th and in Year 6, Daniel Missak and Max Thornton both came 90th in the test. “This is the first time I can recall children from Our Lady of the Rosary coming in the top 100,

congratulations to these talented mathematicians,” said Mr Hansford. Newsletter, 9 Oct 2013 Garry Hansford, Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School

erforming arts competition, LoudFest, will be held on Sunday, October 27, at Valley View Primary School.

The school is the only local primary school that includes a performing arts module of the general school curriculum and selected children in Years 5 and 6 who are successful in their entry audition, can elect to learn dance, drama or vocals. The children perform throughout the year at many local events. The event features the LoudFest Performing Arts Competition that invites children who are in Years 3 to 12 to enter a performance in a category of their choice

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the day. Special guest performances on the day will be Australia’s Got Talent finalist Greg Gould and rapper Savillian. Finalists will perform from four different categoriesVocal, Drama Dance, Rock Band and Instrumentalist with a junior and senior winner from each category each receiving cash prizes and awards for outstanding performances by the judges. Media release, 16 Oct 2013 Deborah Lowndes, goneDot.e group

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hold a regular class every Wednesday from 7 to 10pm at the y Parry y Drive, Wyoming y g Church of Christ Hall, Henry

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from vocal, dance, rock band and instrumentalist. LoudFest is set to be a day jammed full of activities, from buskers to street performers, creative arts stalls, to entertainment and music. Throughout the day visitors can choose to see up and coming local bands, hear talented vocalists, listen to the sounds of the instrumentalists and see the spectacular dance acts. Or they can simply indulge in the food and beverages and creative treasures from the stalls on

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Out & About Central Coast Opera’s first production in train

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Oktoberfest cancelled T

he Oktoberfest Central Coast event, planned for the weekend of October 26, was cancelled a week before on Saturday, October 19, due to a lack of presale tickets.

The cancellation was posted on the Oktoberfest Central Coast Facebook page by Oktoberfest Central Coast management and Eventlinks, with hundreds of people commenting and expressing their disappointment on the cancellation. Organisers of the event said the event was going to be “huge for the Central Coast and is a real shame that no one will have a chance to experience it now”. Organisers chose to use social media and a

Tiana Young - Soprano

ewly formed Central Coast Opera, under the executive production of Central Coast Conservatorium, will present Gian Carlo Menotti’s children’s opera, Help, Help, The Globolinks! at Laycock St Theatre on Friday, November 15, and Saturday, November 16.

The opera will introduce audiences to two casts of performers comprising 18 soloists, Central Coast Children’s Choir of 20, and a ballet of 25 young dancers. The opera will also be backed by the Central Coast Opera Orchestra, under the musical direction of John Nottle. Help, Help, The

Globolinks! is set to present elements of science fiction interspersed with playful humour which will both entertain and inspire. To help raise funds for the production of the opera, the Conservatorium, along with Ashley’s Restaurant in Gosford, will host a black tie Night of Elegance event on Friday, October 18.

The event will feature the best musicians and singers of the Central Coast drawing on international and accomplished local talent. Media Release, 10 Oct 2013 Patrick Brennan, Central Coast Conservatorium

large number of banners to promote the event and chose not to use Ducks Crossing Publications. “We have over 13,500 Facebook page likes and can’t believe the responses we would get from posts and messages. “However, these events cost big money and can’t be put on unless the event is supported by the community. “We realise this will have a major effect on the community and hope it won’t deter any future event organisers from trying to

host a huge event for the Central Coast. “We would like to especially thank our event partners, sponsors and everyone that has supported us. Organisers have indicated the event was an over a quarter of a million dollar production. Pre-bought tickets and drink packages will be refunded through Ticketek but booking fees will not be refunded. Website, 21 Oct 2013 Facebook

Free BluesAngels performance at Avoca coustic folk blues band BluesAngels will perform at the Avoca Beach Hotel on Saturday, November 2, from 8:30pm to 11:30pm.

The multi-instrumental trio will play a variety of styles, from jug band to jazz infused New Orleans shake, Chicago blues bellow and bluegrass bounce with two new washboard songs. Their sound

encompasses pre-WWI tunes matched with post WW2 blues and modern time roots-a-billy. The band will play on a number of different instruments, including guitars, gobrions, mandos,

banjos, the big bull fiddle and washboard wailing. Entry to the concert is free. Email, 14 Nov 2013 Tom Flood, BluesAngels

Where do you get it? Following is a list of all good outlets where you can get your free copy of Coast Community News Avoca Avoca Cinema Avoca Hotel Avoca Shops Avoca Surf Club Avoca Primary School Bottle Shop Service Station Sul Rondo Café

Organic Plus Red Rooster Shell Service Station Singos Meats Tarragal Glen Village The Bungalows Woodport Inn Woodport Retirement village

Bensville Bensville Shops Coast Christian School

Forresters Beach Retirement village

Central Mangrove Memorial Golf Club Copacabana Copacabana Shops Kiosk East Gosford East Gosford Cafes East Gosford Hotel East Gosford Olympic Pool East Gosford Shopping Centre Gosford Regional Gallery Gosford Sailing Club St Edward College High School St Josephs Girls College High School Erina Bob Jane Central Coast Adventist School Central Coast Grammar School Dulux Erina Fair Library Erina Leagues Club Erina Mall Fitness 2000 Fountain Plaza IGA Supermarket McDonalds

Green Point Aldi Broadlands Green Point Christian College Green Point Community Centre Green Point Village Mr Catering-Greenway cafe Gosford Bite Me Take Away Caltex Service Centre Central Coast Leagues Club Ducks Crossing Publications Duttons Tavern Gosford Bowls Club Gosford High School Gosford Hospital Gosford Hotel Gosford Library Gosford Police Headquarters Gosford Senior Citizen Centre Gosford Showground Gosford Tafe Gosford Uniting Church Imperial Centre Little Bottler Monti’s My Cafe Imperial Centre

Public School RSL Retirement Village and Community Centre Tourism Information Centre West Gosford RSL Kariong Central Coast Regional Development Corporation Chemist Kariong Cafe Kariong Liquor Store Kariong Neighbourhood Centre Kariong Supermarkets Kariong Tavern Langford Drive Service Station Mt Penang Tourist information Centre Shell Service Station

Lisarow B.J Howes Metal land Lisarow High School Lisarow Plaza Shopping Centre Narara Narara Community Centre Narara Service Station Parsons Rd Narara Valley Nursery Narara Valley shops Narara Take Away Narara Home Central Service Station - Manns Rd/Merinee Rd

Niagara Park Multi Sports Centre Niagara Park Community Centre Kincumber Niagara Park Library Brentwood Village Niagara Park Primary Holy Cross Catholic Primary School School Niagara Park Supermarket Kincumber High School Sara Lee Kincumber Hotel Niagara Park Tavern Kincumber Library Jenny Gee School Wear Kincumber Nautical Village Kincumber Primary School North Gosford Hinterland Real Estate Kincumber Shopping Network Video Centre North Gosford Private Fresko Fruits Hospital Multi Purpose Community North Gosford Shops Centre Shell Service Station Mangrove South Kincumber Shops General Store Take away Food Outlets Peats Ridge Kincumber South Corrugate Café Kincumber Kebabs Point Clare Kulnura Aldi General Store Acorn Garden Centre Aubrey Downer Laguna Chemist General Store

West Gosford Anaconda Bakery - Manns Rd Bazzas Pet Shack Beacon Lighting Blockbuster Bunning Warehouse Caltex Service Station Chemist Saratoga/Yattalunga/ Clearview Glass Davistown Coles Alloura Waters Village Crazystu Electronics Davistown Bottle Shop Davo’s Seafood Davistown RSL Domain Saratoga Shopping Centre/ Drummond Golf Cafe/Newsagent Formulae 1 Motel Saratoga Community Hall Golf Club Saratoga Shell Service Gosford Carpet Warehouse Station Gosford Motor Inn Yattalunga Shopping Centre Gosford Palms Motor Inn Gosford Tools Somersby Gosford South Thai General Store Takeaway Spencer Hungry Jacks General Store Husqvarna Indoor Sports Centre Springfield JB Tyre & Auto Ozone Express KFC Springfield Shopping Lin Brothers Centre Master Builders McDonalds Tascott Metro Service Station Convenience Store Michel’s Patisserie Terrigal Mobil Service Station Surf Club Newsagent Hotel Red Rooster Library Settlers Tavern Bowling Club Subway Crowne Plaza Supercheap auto High School Spotlight Gunyah Dental West Gosford Motel Henry Kendall Tavern Wamberal Rugby Club Country Club Zanziba Cafe Village Emporium Cafe The Point Cafe The Green Room Fairhaven Services Meat Discounter Liquor Shop Point Clare Community Hall Point Clare Real Estate Point Clare Shopping Centre Point Clare Thai Takeaway

Wollombi General Store Woy Woy Peninsula Leisure Centre Peninsula Community Centre Cempbells Home Hardware Wyoming Adelene Village Aldi BP Service Station Brisbane Water Legacy Nursing Community Centre Fitness Centre Wyoming Grange Hotel Henry Kendall Village Image Motorcycles J&B Noodle Bar KFC McDonalds Our Lady of the Rosary Primary School Recreational Car Accessories Ten Pin Bowling Westpac Bank-City gate Willows Hotel Woolworths Service Station Wyoming Caravan Park Wyoming Medical Centre Wyoming Public School Wyoming Shopping Village Wyoming Shops corner of Maidens Brush Rd and Warrawilla Wyoming Youth Centre

Call 4325 7369 if you would like to be added to this list.

Coast Community News - October 22, 2013 - Page 17

Art Raffle Extraordinaire in Kincumber

n Art Raffle Extraordinaire will be held at the Camelle Denny Fine Art Gallery in Kincumber on Saturday, November 2, from 2pm to 4pm.

The raffle draw will commence at 2:45pm and the prizes on offer include 15 original oil paintings on display at the gallery, a family photo shoot by Louise Blake Photography including all images digitally on a USB and two all-inclusive oil painting lessons. Ticket holders will be welcomed with a complimentary glass of

bubbly and drinks plus canapes. All profits of the event will go to local charity, Fairhaven Services, which provides residential, supported employment and day option programs to local people with disabilities. Email, 9 Oct 2013 Sue Chidgey, Fairhaven Services

Out & About

International Highland Dancing Festival confirmed he Australian Official Board of Highland Dancing has confirmed that Gosford will be the home for the Central Coast’s eighth Annual International Highland Dancing Festival Australia that will be run from Friday, July 25, to Monday, July 28, next year.

Central Coast Highland Dancing chairman Mr Douglas McFarland said he had been eagerly awaiting this confirmation and would now press forward with the committee’s exciting new plans after a successful 2013 event. Judges from Canada, Scotland, and the United States of America will join several Australians selected for the 2014 judging panel as well as the festival’s Guest of Honour Mrs Margaret Patterson OAM from Queensland. Mr McFarland said he strongly believed in the passionate promotion of highland dancing Australia wide and with such an innovative committee the tradition and spirit of highland dancing would continue to thrive in the Central Coast community and abroad. “It is a great opportunity to promote the Central Coast region to fellow States as well as our overseas countries, as the event continues to get bigger and better,” said Mr McFarland. “It is anticipated that several hundred dancers and their families will flock to the Central Coast bringing hundreds of thousands of dollars to our local economy. “The Internationals is a must-see must-do event for anyone who shares an interest in Scottish culture and tradition, a four-day festival that makes the Central Coast look a bit like Scotland itself. “Be ready! “The colour of kilts, the sounds of bagpipes, highland dancers, and tartan galore - for you are invited to celebrate The Internationals 2014,” said Ms McFarland. Media release, 9 Oct 2013 Joshua Lucas, Central Coast Highland Dancing

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Central Coast Florist 28 William Street Gosford At Central Coast Florist, we constantly endevour to provide you with the best service at all times. To ensure that we continue to offer our valuedrelocated our existing branch from Imperial Shopping Centre, Gosford to our new premises at 28 William Street Gosford, located next to Kerry Will Optometrist and opposite the Taxi rank.

4324 6655 We look forward to being of continued service to you. Joan and the staff from Central Coast Florist.

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Art Central Coast Art Society Lectures, demonstrations and discussion. Weekly paint-outs Tuesdays 4349 5860 for locations Workshops - 4363 1820 9.30am - 12.30pm 1st and 3rd Wed Social Meetings 1.30pm 4th Wed Gosford City Arts Centre. 4325 1420 publicity@artcentralcoast.asn.au

Community Groups ABC - “The Friends” Support group for Public Broadcaster. Aims. safeguard ABC’s independence, funding, & standards. Meetings through the year + social afternoons Well-known guest speakers 4341 5170 www.fabcnsw.org.au

Central Coast Lapidary Club Inc. Learn silverwork, Cabochons, Faceting, Enamelling, Stone Tumbling and Polishing Fieldtrips and fossicking Weekly Workshops Tue, Thur & Sat 9 - 2.30pm Thur 7 - 10pm 4362 2246 Community Care Services - Central Coast Memory lane - Doing things together Café For people with memory loss & their carers to enjoy a relaxing coffee morning with others experiencing similar circumstances 10am to 11.30am Caroline Bay Brasserie - East Gosford 2nd Wednesday 4324 4244 Gosford 50+ Leisure and Learning Centre Handicraft, Painting, Knitting, Tai Chi, Scrabble, Darts, Table Tennis, Indoor Bowls, Patchwork, Yoga, Fitness, Gentle Swimming, Line Dancing, Cards, Variety Social, Womens Group, Zumba, Crochet, Computers 4324 4749

Gosford Politics in the Pub Come and solve the problems of the world over a friendly drink and a bite to eat. Guest speakers. First Thurs 6pm Dutton’s Tavern 161 Mann St, Gosford 0438 363 108 I AM LOST Deep Conversations & systematic exercises for understanding my self & my place in life. Gurdjieff Society - Ancient and modern knowledge. 0425 296 783 www.gurdjieff.org.au

Rotary Club of Gosford North A very active community minded club with many projects focussed on assisting youth. If you are keen to support our great projects, get involved with our fun club or discuss joining, please contact Graham Black 0410 509 071, grahamblack@iprimus.com.au

Not for Profit Organisations Directory Phillip House, 21 Old Mount Penang Rd (opp Shell) - Fri 7:15am 4340 4529 kersuebay@philliphouse.com.au

U3A Central Coast Mature age people are invited to participate in a wide range of courses to broaden the mind and make new friends 0408 704 701 www.centralcoast.u3anet.org.au

Wyoming Community Centre Programs and activities incl. Tai Chi, Yoga, Zumba, Blokes Breakfast’s, Community Markets, Out of School Hours Care, Play Group 4323 7483

Meetings, Guest Speaker at Kincumber Hotel 1st Mon 4369 2530

Garden Clubs Erina Heights Garden Club Meet at 10am 3rd Fri each Month Meetings and garden visits informal and friendly. New members welcome 4384 6750 Australasian Native Orchid Society Cultivation and conservation of Aust Native Orchids. 2nd Wed, Narara Community Centre, 2 Pandala Rd Narara - 8pm 4340 5157

History Groups

Brisbane Water Historical Society • Coach tours • School Public Speaking educational tours • Annual Develop confidence by Street Stalls • Participation improving your speaking skills. in History Heritage Week Celebration Margaret Pearce Meetings are entertaining and 4325 2270 educational.

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. Kariong Neighbourhood Matcham Garden Club All the resources, information Centre Monthly Meetings and Garden and advice needed to study ‘A friendly, caring, Safe and your family’s history available. Visits with speakers and Connected Community’ 8 Russell Drysdale St, East discussions relating to rare We provide information about Gosford. 1st Sat 1pm Lions and unusual plants. local services - Counselling, Community Hall E Gosford New comers welcome early childhood nurse, legal 4324 5164 Every 2nd Thur advice, computer classes, www.centralcoastfhs.org.au 12noon to 2.30pm room hire, equipment hire, 4367 6292 Music advertising, playgroups, friendship groups, Soundwaves Wamberal Health and fitness groups, Men’s acapella 4 part Garden Club Inc parenting groups, cooking harmony chorus - for all ages, 10am 3rd Tue classes and zumba. all welcome 7:00pm Mon related outing following week 4340 1724 Central Coast Leagues Club Visitors Welcome 0405 030 945 Terrigal Rotary Hall Kincumber randtbale@bigpond.com 4384 5193 Neighbourhood Centre 4385 2205 Political Party • Personal development • Community Garden Health Groups Central Coast Greens • Counselling Branch of Greens NSW, Alcoholics Anonymous • Meditation active regarding ecological If you want to drink, • Support and friendship sustainability, social and that’s your business. Groups • Music and Movement for economic justice, peace and If you want to stop, under 5 non-violence, grassroots that’s our business. • Rooms for hire democracy and getting Meet every Sat - Progress 4363 1044 elected 3rd Thur Hall Ronald Ave, Wyoming centralcoast.nsw.greens.org.au 8pm Koolewong, Point Clare centralcoastgreens@gmail.com 4323 3890 & Tascott Progress Probus Clubs Association Dying with Dignity NSW, Aims to provide resources for All Probus clubs have Central Coast communication. interesting guest speakers, Working to give those Special guests, community friendly atmosphere, make suffering unrelievedly from involvement, heritage, new friends, fellowship. terminal or incurable illness diversity, education, intellectual stimulus, and the legal right to request & safety and small business social activities. receive medical help to die opportunities. Quarterly Meetings Point Clare Community Hall Probus Club of Avoca 4369 8053 2nd Thurs Bi Monthly. 10am 3rd Mon Avoca Beach 0411 266 325 Bowling Club 4368 6157 4384 3741 Meals on Wheels Sydney Welsh Choir Delivered meals and flexible Cultural not for profit food options for people with a Probus Club of Brisbane organisation performing at Water (Gosford) functional disability concerts and various venues 1st Wed 10am - Legacy 4382 9401 to promotoe the Welsh House, Opp Gosford culture with our singing, also Swimming Centre Central Coast Prostate performing for charity fund 4365 0044 Cancer Support Group raising. (Gosford) 4369 3378 Probus Club Erina Meet last Friday Month 10:30am 2nd Tues Tarragal Terrigal Uniting Church Computer Groups Glen Country Club, 110 380 Terrigal Drive, Terrigal AACC Computer Karalta Rd, Erina 9.30am to 12 noon Club Inc. 4360 1441 4367 9600 manager@wyomingcc.org.au

www.aacc.asn.au

www.pcfa.org.au

Help with Computing problems - Program demos + Q&A sessions. Monthly meetings held from Feb to Nov 2nd Wed Windows 7 to 10pm Narara Valley H S, Fountains Rd, Narara 4th Thurs Social + Windows 12.15 – 3.15pm East Gosford Progress Hall, Webb Rd 4362 1918 or 4324 2740

Central Coast Prostate Cancer Support Group (Wyong) Meet last Monday Month Wyong Golf Club Pacific Highway Wyong 10.30am to 12 noon 4356 9300 www.pcfa.org.au

secretary@aacc.asn.au

Seniors Computer Club Rotary Club of Central Coast Inc. Kariong/Somersby Beginners class PC or Mac International service club improves lives of communities Mon or Tues. Classes Mon to Fri for most programs – see in Australia and overseas. website. 10am – 12md or 1pm Fun-filled activities, fellowship 3pm Kincumber & District and friendship breakfasts. Neighbourhood Centre. Mthly

Gambling Solutions Gambling help counsellors provide free, confidential, professional service to gamblers, family and friends. Available Woy Woy, Kincumber, Gosford, The Entrance. 4344 7992

West Gosford 2nd Thur Narara Community Centre, 2 Pandala Rd Narara 10am 4362 7227

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

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 8:30am-10:30am 2nd and Last Sat each month - The Hive and Library Erina Shopping Centre 0459 240 183 Diggers@The Entrance Toastmasters Convenient daytime meetings 2nd and 4th Mondays 10.30am to 12.30pm 4365 2751 Gosford City Toastmasters 2nd & 4th Thurs, Gosford Bowling Club 7:30 to 9:30pm 4340 1929 emcloon@bigpond.net.au

Special Interest CCLC Bridge Club Duplicate Bridge-partner not required for most sessions. www.cclcbridgeclub.asn.au Central Coast Leagues Club 12.30pm Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri Sat 1.30pm Wed 7.15pm Mon 4323 3456

you see the world. Travel in small groups and stay with friends in 370 clubs around the world. We in turn host small groups from other clubs. 4399 3625 4388 9435 www.friendshipforcecentralcoast.asn.au

Women’s Groups Girl Guides Women 18 + needed for leadership & admin roles. Make a contribution to the young women of tomorrow, share your skills and make new friends. No previous experience required, full training available. 4328 3247 Country Women’s Association (CWA) Quilting, patchwork, spinning, knitting, crochet and more 9-2pm Every Fri, Opposite 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 RSL Sub-branch Women’s Auxiliary Raise money for the welfare of veterans and their families. RSL Club West Gosford 4th Mon 2pm 4323 7336 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 4324 7176 gosfordnorthiw@live.com.au

Inner Wheel Club of Terrigal cclcbridgeclub@westnet.com.au Share friendship, social activities as well as fundraising Central Coast for local, national and Handweavers, Spinners international projects. and Textile Arts Guild 2nd Tues, 7pm Terrigal Rotary Spinning and weaving, Hall, Duffy Road Terrigal patchwork and quilting, 4384 1553 felting and other fibre and terigalinnerwheel@gmail.com fabric crafts, community quiting bees - Day and Night Soroptimist Groups International 4325 4743 Brisbane Water www.centralcoasthsguild.org.au Soroptimists speak for women and girls of all nations through Central Coast Campus awareness advocacy and Friends Inc action by supporting national Post school learning, and international programs advocacy, dinners, 2nd Thur 6:45pm - Breakers discussions, speakers, Country Club, Dover Rd awards, newsletters and Wamberal special projects 4367 6331 4324 0023 sonhopk@bigpond.net.au www.cccampusfriends.org

sibrisbanewater@siswp.org

Kincumber View Club For ladies looking for a place Indoor Bowls to make friends. Interesting Mixed Social Ourimbah combined speakers, lunch, bus trips, Central Coast Leagues Club Probus Club movie days and home Come learn this friendy game Mthly meetings 1st Wed 10am functions. 4th Tues Davistown for all ages! Niagara Park Community 5 sessions weekly RSL Club 11am Centre 4363 2360 43686811 4369 7363 4332 1538 www.probussouthpacific. org/pcourimbah

Terrigal Ladies Probus Club Rotary Hall, Duffy’s Rd Terrigal - 1st Mon 1.30pm 4385 3395 Probus Club

Travel Friendship Force Central Coast A travel club with a difference! See a country from the inside and change the way

Terrigal View Club Luncheon meeting followed by a guest speaker 1st Wed, Also outings and functions mthly. Breakers Club Dover Rd Wamberal 4358 5500

Out & About Nathan Hindmarsh to do meet and greet

Coast Community News - October 22, 2013 - Page 19

Nat King Cole tribute at Avoca

ulti-award winning musician and author Dorian Mode will perform a tribute to the Nat King Cole Trio at Avoca Beach Theatre on Friday, October 25, from 7pm.

Dorian, accompanied by his swinging trio, will take the audience theough Nat King Cole’s life story via song and anecdotes about his journey to stardom. Dorian said his childhood hero was Nat King Cole. While other teens were buying Cold Chisel and ACDC records, Dorian was spending his pocket money

on Nat Cole records and imitating Nat’s piano and vocal stylings. Dorian, who will play piano and sing, will be joined on stage by Jim Pennell on guitar, John Conley on bass and Andrew Wilkie on congas and vibes. Email, 10 Oct 2013 Dorian Mode, Erina

Local journalist to give career insight BC 702 journalist and morning presenter Linda Mottram will be the guest speaker at the Friends of the ABC event to be held at the Central Coast Leagues Club in Gosford on Friday, November 29.

Ms Mottram, a Central Coast resident herself, will provide attendees with an insight into her successful career as a journalist for the ABC. She has worked in many of the world’s hotspots including the Middle East and the Balkans, striving to explain stories through the eyes of those least able to influence their fate. Ms Mottram is also a Walkley Award winner,

taking out the Radio Current Affairs category award in 1999 for her coverage of the Meja massacre during the conflict in Kosovo. The event is set to take place from 5pm with a light meal of finger food to be served afterwards. Media Release, 14 Oct 2013 Klaas Woldring, Friends of the ABC Central Coast Branch

osford City Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Clubs NSW and supported by Gosford Private Hospital, is giving the Central Coast community the opportunity to meet NRL legend and former Parramatta Eels captain Nathan Hindmarsh at a special brunch on Wednesday, November 13, at Gosford RSL.

Nathan, a former problem gambler, is one of most respected and successful players in the history of rugby league. Despite all the advantages and privileges that came with this success, Nathan was leading a double life. For about seven years, poker machines and Nathan were inseparable. Use to displaying courage on the field, Nathan needed all the courage he could muster to face his demons and move on from a destructive relationship with gambling to one where he can now enjoy the occasional gamble with mates. After going public with the fact that he had suffered from a gambling problem in his recent autobiography, Nathan decided he wanted to encourage others to put their hand up and ask for help if gambling was no longer fun. Gosford City Chamber president Ms Ali Vidler said this was certainly a great accomplishment for the Chamber and the Central Coast Business Community. “This is the first time that Clubs NSW has ventured outside the Clubs industry. “We feel very privileged indeed that they choose Gosford City Chamber of Commerce to partner with for this important and vital event. “In this day and age our sporting stars are seen as heroes that we look up to, but in reality, sometimes behind the scenes they are only human and suffer the same problems that everyday Aussie’s suffer from,” said Ms Vidler. “Nathan is very passionate about sharing his demons in the hope that the message gets through to those in need. “Apart from sharing his demons, along with life on the field, Nathan will also be speaking about another

topic close to his heart - his wish for healthier Aussie kids.” Clubs NSW CEO Mr Anthony Ball said as one of the most celebrated and recognised sportsmen, Nathan was in a unique position to inspire others to overcome their own problems with gambling. Nathan said that as someone who had been supported by clubs during his sporting career, he was proud to now be working with clubs to help problem gamblers. “Having a punt can be fun, but when it isn’t about having fun anymore and you don’t like how you feel when you finish gambling, it’s time to do something about it,” said Nathan. “I also know you can’t take a one-size-fits-all approach to this issue. “So I hope that by telling my story I can help people

who aren’t having fun with gambling anymore to stop and get help.” Nathan will share the influences in his life that made overcoming the destruction possible. Nathan’s other passion is childhood and adolescent health.

He wants to see Aussie kids embracing a healthier lifestyle – eating better foods and playing regular team sports. Email, 14 Oct 2013 Ali Vidler, Gosford Chamber of Commerce

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.

Thursday Oct 24 Central Coast Guide Dogs NSW/ACT stall, Wyoming Shopping Centre, 9am-2:30pm

Friday Oct 25 Susan Duncan author event, Erina Library, 10:15am Nat King Cole Trio tribute by Dorian Mode and his swinging trio, Avoca Beach Picture Theatre, 7pm

Saturday Oct 26 Bush Safety Workshop, Bucketty and District Rural Fire Brigade, 9:30am3:30pm, free Market Stall Day, Point Clare Community Hall, 9am-3pm Kulnura Country Markets, Kulnura General Store Trick or Treat and Midday Monster Mash, Kibble Park, Gosford, 11am Market Day, Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School, Wyoming, 10am-3pm Kulnura Pioneer Country Markets, Kulnura General Store and community hall grounds, 8am-1pm Water Bugs workshop, Holgate, 9am-11am

Fundraising day, Snap Fitness, Gosford, 10am2pm Spring Fete, St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School, Woy Woy, 10am-3pm Gosford City Markets, Kibble Park, 11am Pastels-Art through meditation workshop, 17 Dolly Ave, Springfield, 9:30am-3:30pm Creative Expressions launch, Gosford Regional Gallery, East Gosford, 11am

Sunday Oct 27 Avoca Beachside Markets, Heazlett Park Foreshore, Avoca LoudFest, Valley View Primary School

Tuesday Oct 29 Judy Townsend book launch, Erina Library

Wednesday Oct 30 Gosford Bush Poets meeting, Gosford Hotel, 7pm

Thursday Oct 31 Buffalo Tales and Sam Buckingham with guest Sarah Humphreys, The Rhythm Hut, Gosford, 6:30pm

Friday Nov 1 Regional Youth Support

Services’ (RYSS) GenQ trivia night, Youth Arts Warehouse

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October markets really rocked t was a spectacular day at the Gosford City Markets on Saturday, October 12, according to Gosford Business Improvement District (GBID) manager Mr Paul Brasch.

“A beautiful day was turned on and with the smooth tunes of the ‘2 Shot Classic Rock Band’ floating out over Kibble Park, market goers all had a skip in their steps as we enjoyed the ambience of 60s to 90s classic hits,” said Mr Brasch. “The kids were beaming over an appearance from Happy the St George Bank Dragon who was ready with lots of photos taken and promises to return again and the ‘big kids’ loved the Hot Rod cars. “Everyone was bubbling with their positive feedback on the day and we thank all for their ‘congratulations’ graciously received and

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humbly accepted,” said Mr Brasch. The Gosford City Markets are held on the second Saturday of each month from February to December in Kibble Park. The Markets commence at 8am and go through to 1pm with a range of stalls selling everything from handmade, homemade, unique items and fresh produce including honey, breads, meat, fruit and veggies, arts, home wares, plants, great gift ideas and more. The Gosford City Markets’ theme changes each month to keep the entertainment fresh. The November Markets

will support the “Movember” cause where local males will start November with a fresh shaven face and grow a moustache throughout the month. At the November 9 Gosford City Markets, the Movember participants will gather on the main stage at 11am for a group photo. This will be quickly turned into a calendar to sell to family and friends with proceeds going to Movember to support a range of Men’s Health causes. Media release, 16 Oct 2013 Paul Brasch, GBID

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GenQ trivia night promises unusual entertainment egional Youth Support Services’ (RYSS) GenQ program will hold a trivia night on Friday, November 1, in the Youth Arts Warehouse in Gosford.

“Hosted by the hilarious Dianne Slowly and Rose Cooper, the night is set to blow the roof, with live performances by the one and only Glenda Jackson, games, auctions, raffles and much more,” said GenQ facilitator Mr Jamie McKenzie. “The primary source of funding for GenQ has come from private donations, small grants and fundraising. “We now call upon the community to support the GenQ trivia fundraiser to keep this one of a kind program on the Central Coast,” said Mr McKenzie. RYSS has provided

GLBTQI (Gay, Lesbian, Bi-sexual, Queer and Intersexed) support, information, referral and casework on the Central Coast for the past 26 years and GenQ has been in existence for the last 16. “The program specialises in helping young GLBTQI young people on the Central Coast, the loss of which will be devastating to the young people and community on the Coast,” said Mr McKenzie. The funds provided by this event will be used for running of the monthly support group plus in school advice and referral

to teachers, students and families. Tickets to the fundraiser are $25 a head with tables of five or 10 available. “This trivia night last year was so successful in helping ensure the continuation of this vital service on the Coast,” said Mr McKenzie. “This year’s fundraiser is going to be bigger and better than last year.” Media release, 18 Oct 2013 Jamie McKenzie, RYSS

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xactly 3,893 free burritos were handed out at the Guzman y Gomez (GYG) Erina restaurant launch that took place on Thursday, October 3.

The launch treated locals to a day of celebration, music and free burritos and burrito bowls throughout the entire day. The restaurant at Fountain Plaza in Erina was named the 29th GYG restaurant in Australia. GYG’s regular menu offers burritos, burrito bowls, nachos, quesadillas, hard shell tacos and traditional soft corn tortilla tacos, and aims to promote the Mexican food revolution to the Central Coast. Media Release, 19 Sep 2013 Lillias Foster, Guzman y Gomez

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Terrigal win A Grade Mid-Week Triples again

Members of the Terrigal winning A Grade Mid-Week Triples

errigal Bowling Club extended its record run in the Bowls Central Coast A Grade Mid-Week Triples competition to four years in a row by winning this year’s event in a convincing fashion.

With only Avoca Beach, Everglades, Munmorah and Terrigal contesting this section it was decided on first past the post on points over six rounds. Terrigal were in good touch throughout the

competition accumulating 26.5 points out of a possible 30 points to street the field with Munmorah, a distant runner-up on 15.5 points. Despite the small field, the competition provided some solid competition for

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those players that enjoy the competitive edge of the sport. Players that represented Terrigal in this competition over the six rounds were Peter Andrews, Mick Foley, Peter Freestone, Steve Howarth, David Limbrick, Neil Massey, Brendon Myers, Darren Morrison, Miro Perovic, Tony Swaine, Brian Williams and Geoff Williamson

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he Central Coast’s very own surfing festival, Beach Fest 2013, will take place at Avoca and North Avoca Beach on Saturday, November 30, and Sunday, December 1.

The weekend aims to be a celebration of the Coast’s local beach culture, surfers, body boarders and beach lovers of the Central Coast. “The Central Coast is one of the best surfing regions in Australia,” Beach Fest promoter Sheldon Kidd said. “Apart from our amazing array of surf breaks, over the years we have seen a huge number of our surfers and body boarders compete and succeed on the world pro tours” Currently we have names such as Adrian Buchan, Matt Wilkinson, Glenn Hall and Rebecca Woods all flying the local Coast flag, taking on and beating the world’s best.” Beach Fest and will

feature a surfing and body board competition, as well as an ocean swim that comprises of a 500m and also a 2km swim. A flat water charity paddle around a 1.5km course on Avoca Lake will also take place to help raise funds for the Cancer Council. Apart from the action amongst the waves, Beach Fest will host activities on the sand, including live music from local musicians and trade stalls featuring surf wear bargains. Beach Fest will also run a number of family fun and entertainment activities such as sand sculpting competitions and ice cream eating competitions. Plenty of prizes will be up for grabs throughout the

day. Professional sand sculptures and art troupe, the Steele City Collective, will transform Avoca into a sand art gallery and offer insight and inspiration to spectators. Beach Fest will cater for surfers looking to make their mark on the world stage. It also serves to offer local surfers, who may not get the opportunity to surf at the higher levels, the chance to take part in a ‘pro-style’ contest and feel what it is like to surf in front of a cheering crowd. Media Release, 7 Oct 2013 Sheldon Kidd, MyCoast Promotions

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ive surf lifesaving clubs from the Gosford area will compete in the Navy Australian Surf Rowers League (Navy ASRL) Series to be held on Saturday, November 2, at Mollymook and Saturday, January 25, at Manly.

Crews from Avoca Beach, Copacabana, MacMasters Beach, Terrigal and Wamberal Surf Life Saving Clubs will battle it out for individual honours as well as the chance to represent NSW at the Navy ASRL Open. The New South Wales arm consists of over 1,500 rowers making up 250 crews from 70 surf clubs around the state across

six divisions. At the end of the two rounds, all crews are invited to race for individual glory at the Navy ASRL Open in Stockton, NSW, from Friday, February 7, to Sunday, February 9. The best performing NSW crews in each division will be selected to race as the NSW representative crews at the Navy ASRL Open in Stockton where

they will compete against other state representative crews in the Navy Interstate Championship. The official launch of the Navy ASRL Series will be at Surfers Paradise on Saturday, November 9. Media release, 14 Oct 2013 Darren Saffin, Progressive PR

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Locals involved in Talented Athlete Program

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Meagan Stone, Harry Braddish, Harry Loader, Bailey Johns

our young Central Coast athletes spent the final days of their school holidays at the NSW Talented Athlete Program (TAP) at Narrabeen.

Umina’s Harry Braddish participated in the program along with Bailey Johns from Terrigal, Harry Loader from Avoca and Meagan Stone from Copacabana. The Talented Athlete Program exposes NSW’s leading under-13 to 15 athletes to the beginning of the Surf Life Saving NSW High Performance pathway. Athletes that have taken part in this program in the past such as Kendrick Louis, Alyce Bennett and Daniel Booth have gone on to win National and World Championships, represent Australia and qualify for the Kellogg’s Nutri-Grain IronMan Series. Surf Life Saving NSW surf sports manager Mr Daniel Pearce said the program was important to ensure the future of Surf Sports in NSW. “The talented athlete program is a great opportunity for young surf athletes from across

the state. “Being exposed to some of the best sports facilities and coaching in the country is a great learning experience, especially for the kids from the regional areas of NSW. “This program is renowned for producing some of the most successful athletes of the future and I am confident that this will continue given the calibre of some of the athletes that attended this year,” said Mr Pearce. All 11 SLS Branches from NSW were represented in this year’s program. Athletes travelled from as far north as the Tweed and as far south as Broulee. Forty one competitors were selected to participate in the three day program at the Sydney Academy of Sport, from over 100 nominations received. Four elite coaches from throughout NSW worked with the squad in their

chosen disciplines with the group also being visited by superstars Kendrick Louis, Jake Lynch and Katie Williams. The action packed program is supported by NSW Sport and Recreation – Surf Life Saving NSW State coaches took the squad through surf sports specific training aimed at developing skills, technique and building the athletes’ understanding of the physical training required to reach their goals in surf sports competition. The Sydney Academy of Sport educated the participants on performance enhancing theory including sports nutrition, sports psychology and goal setting. Media release, 15 Oct 2013 Matt Miller, Surf Life Saving NSW

Members of the U18 Development Team

hree athletes from Terrigal Surf Life Saving Club returned from New Zealand after participating in the U18 Development Team New Zealand Tour held in Hamilton from October 9 to 13.

Megan King, Daniel Smith and Alessandra Gasparotto were among the 12 athletes selected from across NSW and given the opportunity to compete at the highly competitive New Zealand Pool Rescue Championships as well as to undertake important team training sessions and activities. SLSNSW surf sports manager Mr Dan Pearce said the New Zealand Pool Rescue Championships

were one of the most competitive in the world. “The Kiwis are the current world champions when it comes to pool rescue competition so to have our development team take part in the New Zealand National Championships is a great opportunity for our team to learn and improve their skills on an international stage. “The young athletes that represented NSW on this tour will no doubt go on to push for selection in state

and national team selection in the near future,” said Dan. The NSW team was well represented in the pool competition taking out numerous team events including gold in four relays, silver in two and bronze in seven. Media release, 5 Oct 2013 Alix Vanny, Surf Life Saving NSW

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Avoca Beach Win

October 3, 2013

In a match played before a record crowd, the winner was only decided late in the game. In typical grand final rugby, both teams gave it their all in a spirited and totally committed performance. There was nothing between the two teams in the first 40 minutes. Both teams had lengthy periods of attack but it was the defence of both teams that was the feature of the opening stanza. Whenever one of the teams went on the attack it was the great defence of the other, especially from their respective backlines, that nullified any of these attacking raids. The first half developed into a concerted arm wrestle. Possession was maintained for long periods but the teams just could not penetrate. There were a couple of missed penalty goal attempts and the scoreboard did not move in the first half. At halftime both teams were locked at nil all and the match was up for grabs. Both teams had several good performers in the first half. Terrigal were best served by lock Phil Heard, fullback Rob Richardson and centre Mitch Hirst. The best players for Avoca Beach were lock Peter Steele, halfback Julian Bacigalupo, and flanker Sam Fortey. Even though there were

no points scored in the ﬁrst half, the opening 40 minutes was not without excitement as both teams went close to scoring on several occasions. Both teams did not take a close range shot at penalty goal in the ﬁrst half and either decided to take the tap or the scrum option. Terrigal took a scrum close to the line rather than a penalty but the resulting play broke down with no result. Later in the half Avoca Beach took a quick tap right in front of the posts but saw the resulting backline line play held up over the line. Both teams went into the halftime huddle with high expectations, however, the second half continued much in the same vein. Both teams had periods of attack with no result, and the play was an even affair, however as the second half opened up, if anything, Avoca Beach gained a little more control. They opened the scoring

with a penalty goal in the seventh minute to take the lead in the grand ﬁnal by three points to nil. Terrigal were quick to reply and, within three minutes, had squared the score at 3-3 with their own penalty goal. Avoca Beach then took a huge piece of the ascendancy when, three minutes later in the 10th minute, they crossed for the ﬁrst try of the match. Their captain and lock Peter Steele crashed over close to the line after a strong maul. The conversion of this try had taken Avoca Beach to a handy 10 points to three lead early in the second half. The game then became a real battle in the forwards. Terrigal knew they almost had to score next to get back into the game, while Avoca Beach knew that seven points was not enough to lead by at this stage. Avoca Beach prop Luke Sheridan made two

successive runs which put his team on the go forward. At the 21st minute Avoca Beach scored their second try. A break down the sideline saw winger Matt Anderson cross in the corner for an unconverted try and Avoca Beach had jumped to a lead of 15 points to three. This remained the score for the next quarter of an hour. In those 15 minutes both teams tried everything. Just as time was getting away, Terrigal made a late surge and, in the 36th minute, their lock Phil Heard crossed for a try after a strong run. The conversion of this try by Rob Richardson made the score 15-10 and the match was on in the ﬁnal few minutes remaining. But in typical Premiership winning form, Avoca Beach responded quickly. Within two minutes they crossed for the match winning try.

Halfback Julian Bacigalupo capped off a great game by crossing for the try and the conversion by Matt Maloney took Avoca Beach to a 22-10 lead and to the First Grade Premiership. As Avoca Beach captain Peter Steele said in his premiership acceptance speech, it was their “toughest game of the season by far”. Avoca Beach had won their ninth premiership in the last 11 years, and their second on the trot. Terrigal will take a lot out of the match, and although disappointed, they know they will be a force in Central Coast rugby in the years to come. In the second grade grand ﬁnal, Avoca Beach defeated Terrigal by 32 points to 29. In what proved an exciting and close grand ﬁnal, the match was won after the fulltime hooter.

Terrigal led by 29 points to 25 at the hooter but a try by Avoca Beach after fulltime secured them the premiership in this grade The score changed continually throughout the match and both teams knew they could win it. Terrigal scored five tries to four so the close loss was even more upsetting. Avoca Beach half back Mitch Ward directed play well throughout, while Terrigal’s number eight Sam Kearney made many strong runs. The third grade grand final saw Terrigal defeat Northlakes by 27 points to 19. Terrigal got away to a good lead and early in the second half led by 27-7, and it seemed it was all over bar the shouting. But Northlakes made a real contest of it late in the match with two tries to get within eight points of Terrigal. Both teams scored three tries each but Terrigal always appeared to be in control. The win saw the Terrigal third grade team go through the season undefeated. The U19 grand final was a hard fought and close contest throughout. Terrigal won the match by the single point, defeating The Entrance by 6-5. The Entrance scored the only try in the match in the first half and went to the halftime break leading by 5-3 It was typically dour grand final rugby with neither team able to make the break on the scoreboard. Terrigal fullback Alex Herridge kicked the only points of the second half, with his second penalty goal, and this took them to the U19 premiership.

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Slingsby and Bundock help to win America’s Cup

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he ﬁrst grade grand ﬁnal of the Central Coast Rugby Union competition saw Avoca Beach defeat Terrigal at Woy Woy Oval by 22 points to 10.

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wo sailors hailing from the Central Coast were among the Oracle Team USA crew who recently took out sailing’s biggest trophy, the 34th America’s Cup.

Tom Slingsby and Darren Bundock both grew up on the Central Coast, where

their passion for sailing began. Their sailing careers recently hit another highlight when their crew, Oracle Team USA, managed to create what has been labelled one of the greatest comebacks in the history of sport, when they defeated their challenger Emirates Team New Zealand by 44 seconds in the ﬁnal of 17

America’s Cup races. Tom Slingsby joined Oracle Team USA in October 2011 as a tactician and currently serves as strategist onboard with the race crew. His sailing career has skyrocketed in the past 12 years with six world championships under his belt, as well as winning the 2012 Australian Institute of

Sport Co-Athlete of the Year. Slingsby also won gold in the Laser class at the 2012 Olympic Games. Gosford-born Darren Bundock started sailing at the age of eight and joined Oracle Team USA in 2011 as a coach and helmsman. His sailing career has seen him win two Olympic medals in the Tornado catamaran class, 14

world championships, ﬁve European championships and four Australian Male Sailor of the Year awards. Oracle Team USA is made up of 24 members from various international countries, eight of whom are Australian and seven who come from New Zealand. Surprisingly, only two

crew members on the Oracle Team USA crew were from the United States. Other Australian crew members include captain James Spithill, Will McCarthy, Sam Newton, Joe Newton, and Kyle Langford, the youngest sailor of the crew who grew up in Lake Macquarie.

powerhouse line up of teams is set to contest the 2013 Fitness First Central Coast Sevens International Rugby Festival to be held on the weekend of October 26 and 27 at Wyong Leagues Club. Five Fijian teams are set to ﬂy in to contest this year’s event alongside teams from Samoa, Japan and New Zealand in both men and women’s events playing for a total prize pool of $50,000. A weekend of entertainment is planned for families with all the on-

including a traditional Haka and Maori Hangi Feast available at the event. The tournament is offering free passes to children aged 13 and under via their ofﬁcial Facebook page.

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New bins on Charlie Hunter sports grounds wins 3000 metre race at Olympic Park G

osford Council has commenced implementation of its new service to provide public recycling bins on sports grounds.

The new service is part of a larger public recycling project and will focus on the collection of plastic and glass bottles and aluminium cans; a major contributor to waste on sports fields. Locations include Lemon Grove Park at Ettalong

Beach, Ettalong Oval, McEvoy Oval at Umina Beach, Rogers Park at Woy Woy, James Browne Oval at Woy Woy, Frost reserve at Kincumber, Patrick Croke Oval at Kincumber, De La Salle Recreation Area at Kincumber South,

Mangrove Mountain District Oval at Mangrove Mountain, Duffy’s Reserve at Terrigal and Alan Davidson Park at Wyoming. Media release, 9 Oct 2013 Gosford Council Media

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entral Coast Grammar School Year 11 student Charlie Hunter recently joined over 1,200 other students at Sydney Olympic Park Athletic Centre for the NSW All Schools Track and Field Championships.

Charlie achieved a gold medal with a time of 8:54.63 in the 3km, placed fourth in the 800m and achieved a silver medal in the 1,500m with a time of 4:08.18. The event incorporates

athletes from all sectors of the school system, including government, catholic and independent schools. Charlie will now go on to compete at the Australian All Schools Track and

Field Championships in Townsville from December 6 to 8. Website, 18 Oct 2013 Central Coast Grammar School

Matt Simon’s return welcomed entral Coast Mariners attacker Matt Simon said he was blown away with the reception he received when he entered the Club’s Hyundai A-League round one clash against Western Sydney Wanderers on Saturday, October 12.

The former East Gosford Rams man departed the Mariners in early January 2012, joining K-League Classic outfit Chunnam Dragons on a three-year deal. However after a stint unfortunately interrupted by injury in Asia, Simon secured a return to his hometown Club in May this year, signing on for two seasons with the reigning Hyundai A-League Champions. The 27-year-old said he was pleased to get back on the park after an extensive

pre-season of rehabilitation and training. “When I left to go to Korea I got a massive cheer,” Simon said. “So to come back and get that reception was a really good feeling, and I am really happy to be back. “It was my first competitive appearance in proper competition in about 15 or 16 months, so it was good to finally get back out on the park after such a long rehabilitation program. “Pre-season went for four or five months, and I had

a couple of extra months there with the physio. “I hadn’t missed a session or a game all preseason, so it was actually good to get out and get amongst the competition.” Simon said the team was disappointed to concede late on and draw with Tony Popovic’s Wanderers, however, reckons the team would continue to improve as the season continued. Website, 16 Oct 2013 Football Federation Australia

wenty eight teams, many from different parts of the state and two from interstate, took to the greens in the Avoca Beach Classic Triples in search of a share of the richest prize-pool on the Central Coast, a whopping $15,000.

Played over eight games of 18 ends over two and a half days, it allowed plenty of time for the “cream to rise to the top”, as they say in bowling circles. Composite teams were numerous, meaning that they are made up of players from different clubs in order to strengthen their teams’ prospects. The competition was intense but mother nature slowed the players down on the second day with an unusually hot October scorcher well into the 30s. This caused organisers to take into account the game’s extreme hot weather policy and reduce the number of ends in the last game. Tournament organiser

Avoca’s Dave “Rowdy” Thomson was more than pleased with the overall turnout and was most appreciative of the sponsorship support the Club had received from the Wyong Rugby League Club and Jacob Creek wines. He also acknowledged the support of members from Avoca Beach Bowling Club in hosting the event. The services of the Zone website manager Mr Geoff Graham also contributed to the professional presentation of the event by providing a game by game scoreboard update on the club’s big screen for all to follow. Outright honours with seven wins+58 went to a composite combination of

Central Coast players in Peter Whitfield, Neil Dell and Lindsay Willding with the runners-up, another composite team, of N Bell, R Speck and W Constatine with six and a half wins+52. Other minor placings receiving cash rewards went to G Fadyen, P Harper and B Pritchard with six wins+43, K Bowcock, A Llewin and C Passfield with six wins+25, B Burnett, S Love and R Love with five and a half wins+17 on countback over P Kashel, P McQueen and C Wales with five and a half wins +17. Email, 14 Oct 2013 Kevin Dring, Bowls Central Coast