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JRPP approvals a game changer for Gosford CBD

Current vacant land on corner of Erina St and Henry Parry Dve Inset: Artist’s impression of the 12 storey building

he green light has finally been given for two major developments in the Gosford CBD, bringing the value of total approvals in the CBD, since October 2014, up to over for $300 million.

The Hunter and Central Coast Joint Regional Planning Panel (JRPP) gave the go ahead for two landmark developments at its third meeting on Thursday, May 14. The JRPP approved a $157 million mixed use development right in the heart of Mann St and a $36.6 million retail and shop top housing development in Erina St. According to Gosford Council, the development on the corner of Mann St and Donnison St includes a podium with two towers above rising up to 28 storeys. It will house a 134-room hotel, a supermarket and 276 residential apartments. The development will include 476 on-site car parking spaces and commercial and retail premises.

The development on the corner of Erina St and Henry Parry Dr includes a podium with two towers above rising up to 15 storeys. It will include 180 residential units, 184 onsite car parking spaces and retail premises. Gosford mayor, Cr Lawrie McKinna hailed the decision as the defining moment in Gosford’s rejuvenation. “There’s no doubt that the approval of these two landmark developments has now set the course for Gosford’s destiny,” Cr McKinna said. “Just the economic and social benefits that will flow from having a much needed tourist facility in Gosford as well as an iconic structure to identify the city centre are set to be massive. “This is the game changer we knew Gosford needed and the one we’ve

been working so hard for over the last two years.” Gosford Council’s CEO, Mr Paul Anderson said Gosford’s new era of growth and opportunity had well and truly arrived after the panel’s decision. “These approvals go with the $120.8 million worth of development council has already approved since October last year,” Mr Anderson said. “I think it’s safe to say that the cranes are coming to the skies over Gosford along with the world-class city the Central Coast deserves,” he said. “The approval of these two landmark developments… represents an historic day for the revitalisation of our city,” said Gosford City Chamber president, Ms Ali Vidler. She said approval of these two substantial

The existing Union Hotel on the corner of Mann St and Donnison St Inset: An artist’s impression of Mariners Plaza

developments should encourage further major development projects, employment and economic growth in the Gosford CBD. “Gosford City Chamber of Commerce can’t wait to see the cranes in the CBD. “They have been a long time coming,” Ms Vidler said. Federal Member for Robertson, Ms Lucy Wicks MP, said the JRPP go ahead was a welcomed and a landmark decision. “Congratulations must go to Gosford Council and all who have been working hard to deliver on this important milestone for the Central Coast,” Ms Wicks said. “This demonstrates the value of believing in Gosford as the capital city of the Central Coast. “I applaud Gosford mayor, Cr Lawrie McKinna, CEO Mr Paul Anderson, the councillors and the panel for recognising why we must rejuvenate Gosford. “This is certainly a new

era of jobs, growth and opportunity for our region and it’s clear that there will be significant ongoing economic and social benefits. “Our community is set to thrive on the back of these positive announcements for Gosford, which will have flow on effects for the entire Central Coast. “The announcement caps an historic week for the Coast, and demonstrates why we need to keep investing in, and continue to fight for, our great Central Coast,” Ms Wicks said. The State Member for Terrigal, Mr Adam Crouch MP, also welcomed the news that the two developments had been approved. “These key developments will pave the way for future residential and commercial projects in the Gosford town centre at a time when the CBD is in urgent need of economic stimulus,” said Mr. Crouch. “The decision by the JRPP mirrors community

sentiment in that these developments are a catalyst for positive change and growth” he said. Council had recommended that the JRPP approve both developments, but the panel’s decision had been deferred due to administrative errors at its first two meetings to discuss them. Significant developments worth over $20 million must be referred to the JRPP for approval.

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Labor’s clean sweep to power Harris re-takes Mehan narrowly Wyong with a 13% wins the seat of swing to Labor The Entrance

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“It’s been a campaign we have fought for four years since the last election count was done.” “I pay tribute to my opponent Sandra Kerr. “This was a tough campaign about issues like electricity privitisation and TAFE and Sandra represented her party with distinction and I wish her the best in her future roles. “Most of all I dedicate this victory to my late friend Dayle Walker. “Dayle was my speech writer and former teacher colleague. “Dayle passed away from Ovarian Cancer after the last election and I miss her advice and counsel dearly. “The work starts now for the people of Wyong and to hold the Baird Government to account – especially to ensure they deliver what they promised in the lead up to the election. “My main priorities are to protect our important drinking water catchment, grow jobs and deliver the important infrastructure the area deserves, particularly Wyong Hospital,” Mr Harris said Ms Kerr was contacted for comment but did not respond by the time Wyong Regional Chronicle went to press.

Mr Mehan claimed the seat on Friday, April 3, after conferring with his scrutineers. ““I want to thank the people of The Entrance for honouring me with the opportunity to represent their interests in state parliament,” Mr Mehan said. “It is my hope that I will win the respect and support of all people in the electorate regardless of their traditional political allegiances. “Now that the Baird Coalition Government has ended the Ministerial position responsible for the Central Coast region, I want to work with all Coast representatives to ensure that promises made are delivered and that the Coast receives the attention it deserves. “I want this to be an even better place for all of us to live, work and raise a family. “I want to thank all those who worked so hard on our campaign. “Many Labor Party members on the Coast have spent the last four years working towards this result. “I have been well served by a campaign team of young, Media release, 16 Apr 2015 committed, local party David Harris, Labor Website, 15 Apr 2015 members.

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with Catley receiving 697, Uidam 467, Edwards 200, Parsons 81, Agland 41, Osborne 40, Cubis 38 and Doughty 32. Halekulani Hall recorded 1,530, 83 of which were informal, with Catley receiving 637. Uidam, 487, Edwards 113, parsons 84, Cubis 41, Agland 40, Osborne 30 and Doughty 15. Lake Munmorah Public School recorded 3,156 votes, 119 of which were informal, with Catley receiving 1,234, followed by Uidam on 1,060, Edwards on 322, Parsons on 156, Agland on 89, Cubis on 78, Osborne on 57 and Doughty on 41. Mannering Park Community Centre recorded 1,230 votes, 89 of which were informal, with Catley receiving 573, Uidam 250, Edwards 133, Parsons 66, Agland 39, Doughty 28, and Cubis and Osborne 26 each. Northlakes Public School recorded 1,974, 140 of which were informal, with Catley receiving 1,027, Uidam 373, Edwards 112, Parsons 109, Agland 91, Osborne 50, Doughty 43 and Cubis 29. Summerland Point Hall recorded a total of 1,387 votes, 62 of which were informal, with Catley receiving 498, Uidam 420, Edwards 198, Parsons 63, Osborne 46, Agland 44, Cubis 29 and Doughty 27.

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Storm mop-up starts Mopping up has started after last week’s storm, which saw the Peninsula without power, several yachts washed ashore and sewage discharging into Woy Woy Creek and into Brisbane Water at Woy Woy.

by Uidam on 25.91% (12,493), Independent Garry Edwards on 13.45% (6,484), Greens candidate Phillipa Parsons with 5.48% (2,818), Animal Justice Party candidate Joshua Agland on 2.91% (1,402), Independent Chris Osborne on 2.82% (1,360), Christian democratic Party candidate Luke Cubis on 2.74% (1,322) and No land Tax candidate Paul Doughty in 1.29% (624). Central Coast voters in the Swansea electorate were able to choose from nine local polling booths. Budgewoi Public School recorded a total of 1,618 votes, 77 of which were informal, with Catley receiving the most First Preference votes on 778, followed by Uidam on 406, Parsons on 93, Agland on 79, Edwards on 71, Cubis on 41, Osborne on 36 and Doughty on 31. Buff Point Scout Hall received 1,627 votes, 78 of which were informal, with Catley again recording the highest amount on 776, followed by Uidam on 435, Edwards on 116, Parsons on 87, Osborne on 63, Cubis on 30, Agland on 25 and Doughty on 17. Chain Valley Bay recorded 971 votes, 37 of which were informal, with Website, 15 Apr 2015 Catley receiving 465, Uidam NSW Electoral Commission 259, Edwards 85, Parsons Media statement, 7 Apr 2015 43, Cubis 32, Osborne 27, David Mehan, Labor Agland 18 and Doughty 5.

“Our campaign was greatly assisted by the help of volunteers from the local community and the work of local union members and the campaign run by Unions NSW and Central Coast Community Unions Alliance. “I hope all people in The Entrance electorate enjoy this (Easter) holiday period and I look forward to working for them once the election result is ofﬁcially declared,” Mr Mehan said. Despite winning the seat, Mehan ran second to Sharpe in the number of First Preference votes received with 41.88% (20,086) to Sharpe’s 43.89% (21,049). Greens candidate Scott Rickard received 9.37% (4,493) of the vote, followed by Christian Democratic Party candidate Hadden Ervin with 2.71% (1,301) and No Land Tax candidate Sonia Lopreiato with 2.15% (1,031). Michael Sharpe was contacted for comment but did not respond by the time Wyong Regional Chronicle went to press.

Glenrock Pde, Tascott, blocked by a fallen tree

Destruction at Gosford Waterfront Photo: Clint Wasserman

t the time of going to press, State Emergency Services (SES) the Local Government Area, are working through over 800 calls for assistance across the and Gosford Council is Gosford and Wyong LGAs with Gosford receiving 121mm of rain working hard to rectify the issue. in the 24 hours to 9am on April 21. SES spokesperson Heidi Groom said crews have been working to the best of their ability but phones were being overloaded. The majority of calls received have been in relation to fallen trees, power lines down, ﬂoodwaters and leaking roofs. Emergency crews are working across the region to clear fallen powerlines and make the network safe after heavy rains and high winds caused signiﬁcant damage to the electricity network. 180,000 homes and business across the network, and 77,000 on the Central Coast were without power at the time

Coast Community News went to press with Ausgrid responding to 250 hazard jobs on the Coast. Crews are currently focused on making streets safe for the public after receiving more than 2,000 calls about hazards including wires and poles down. Emergency ofﬁcers will then focus their efforts on repairing storm damage to major power lines and restoring supply to essential services. Damage to local street networks has left tens of thousands of customers without power, however, crews may not be able to

attend to these jobs until April 22. Residents are asked to check on elderly neighbours, and customers who rely on power for medical equipment are strongly urged to check their battery supply and act on their back up plan. People are being encouraged not to leave their homes unless absolutely necessary. A number of Council services have also been affected by the severe weather conditions. Due to power outages and heavy ﬂooding, there have been a number of sewer discharges across

Residents are reminded to stay out of public waterways at all times during this severe weather event. Council’s waste services were also unavailable on April 21. Scheduled waste collections will recommence on Wednesday, April 22, including missed services. In addition, both of council’s landﬁlls, at Woy Woy and Kincumber, are not operating due to power outages. Kincumber, Wyoming and Kariong libraries were closed on April 21 with reduced services at the remaining Gosford City libraries.

The Central Coast and Newcastle train line was also affected on April 21 and was closed between Hamilton and the Hawkesbury River due to fallen trees and power issues. A shuttle train was operating between Hornsby and Hawkesbury River and a limited bus service was running between Hornsby and Gosford. With the wild weather expected to continue at least until April 22 with south-westerly winds of 35 to 55km/h forecast, people are encouraged to delay their journeys. Premier Mike Baird issued a warning on April 21 and urged people in the Central Coast, Hunter, Sydney and Illawara regions o head home from work as soon as they could.

“We are calling for bosses to be flexible, people to make arrangements in an orderly way to start to head home ASAP,” Mr Baird said. Large and powerful surf conditions are expected to be hazardous for coastal activities such as rock fishing, swimming and surfing. Anyone requiring help can ring 132 500, except in emergency situations where people are asked to ring 000.

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Rainfall at Woy Woy of 234mm in three days is expected to bring the monthly rainfall total to the highest April figure in 27 years. Power was cut to the Peninsula for almost 24 hours and more than 6000 homes were still waiting for it to be restored by the end of the week. High seas and the associated storm surge saw the cancellation of ferry services at Ettalong and Patonga. Several boats came loose from their moorings and were washed onto the Ettalong foreshore or into foreshore properties at Booker Bay. Before power was restored at the Woy Woy Sewage Treatment Plant, partially treated effluent discharged into Woy Woy Creek and Brisbane Water at Woy Woy on Tuesday, April 21. Gosford Council asked residents and visitors to avoid swimming and other activities in or on the water until further notice. It also asked residents to conserve water as water pumps had also lost power during the storm. Brisbane Water Local Area Command duty officer Inspector George Bradbury said NSW

A yacht adrift washed into a foreshore property at Booker Bay

Police had received “lots of calls” from the Peninsula. “We’ve had many calls about trees down, wires down and water across the road,” he said. “There’s been ﬂooding in Brickwharf Rd, Woy Woy, near the shopping area, and Ocean Beach and Umina Beach have been signiﬁcantly impacted with sand on the roadway, footpaths,

A tree down in Rogers Park, Woy Woy

trees pushed over and signiﬁcant amount of erosion.” He said despite the carnage, the Peninsula wasn’t as badly hit as some other suburbs. “I don’t think the Peninsula was that bad compared to other parts of this area,” he said. “Now we’re just in a recovery phase, getting power back on, Council cleaning up roadways,

Yacht washed up on Ettalong Beach

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abor’s Yasmin Catley has been declared the winner of the state seat of Swansea with 62.98% of the vote over Liberal’s he seat of The Entrance has been abor’s David Harris has been elected declared won by Labor’s David Mehan Johanna Uidam with 37.02%. as the member for the seat of Wyong Catley received the most Gwandalan Community with 50.38% of the vote ahead of First Preference votes with Centre recorded 1,691 votes, with 58.73% of the votes over Liberal’s Liberal’s Michael Sharpe with 49.62%. Sandra Kerr with 41.27%. 45.03% (21,712), followed 95 of which were informal, Harris received 51.15% (23,565) of the First Preference votes followed by Kerr with 36.76% (16,936), Greens candidate Vicki Dimond with 6.71% (3,091), No Land Tax candidate Annie McGeechan with 2.02% (929), Christian Democratic Party candidate Stevan Dragojevic with 1.98% (914), Independent Noel Holt with 0.83% (348) and Independent Alex Norwick with 0.55% (252). Harris has thanked the people of Wyong for showing faith and giving him a second term representing them in the NSW Parliament. “I sit this morning very humbled by the support I’ve received from the people of Wyong,” Mr Harris said. “Our team achieved a swing of around 13.3% and we got across the line with 51.1% primary votes and almost 60% two party prefererd,” Mr Harris said “I’m particularly honoured to be given a second opportunity to represent this wonderful area in Australia’s oldest Parliament. “I take this opportunity very seriously and I’ll work my heart out for this area I love so much. “To my family, campaign team and supporters, I couldn’t have done it without you.

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trees and beach and coastal areas. “That will go on for some time obviously.” Gosford Council has announced it has restored many of its services, and that residents may use Woy Woy tip free of charge during the clean-up. It is hoped that power to those homes still without power will

have been restored over the weekend or early this week. State and Federal Governments have announced that disaster relief assistance is available to local people. The Insurance Council of Australia said that estimates of the cost of damage on the Peninsula would take some time to be established as claims continue to be lodged. Assessors were already visiting households and businesses in the region with priority being given to policyholders who have suffered the worst damage. The Insurance Council warned residents to contact their insurer before undertaking any repair work, as otherwise it may not be covered. In the wake of the storm, the Community Environment Network has warned that more of these types of storms could be expected in the future, thanks to climate change. Chairperson Mr John Asquith said: “It is really important that all levels of government, but particularly local government, are taking steps to protect the population and ensure that critical infrastructure, such as roads and railways and water supplies and power lines, is protected.” Kaitlin Watts, 24 Apr 2015 Interviewees: George Bradbury and John Asquith Media release, 24 Apr 2015 Ausgrid Media statement, 24 Apr 2015 Insurance Council of Australia

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taff at Wyong Council are continuing efforts to restore essential water and sewer services, monitoring road closures and cleaning up after the recent storms.

All of Council’s pumping stations are back in operation and staff are focussed on getting sewage services back on line for 2,000 affected residents in Tuggerawong, Tacoma and South Tacoma, Rocky Point and Chittaway Bay. Portaloos are available and will remain in place until normal services resume. Wyong mayor Cr Doug Eaton OAM said Council’s roads team is focussed on managing the remaining nine road closures until ﬂooding subsides and tree and power line issues are resolved. Roads that remain closed are: Geoffrey Rd, Chittaway Point; Natuna Ave, Halekulani; Woods Rd, Jilliby; Dooralong Rd, Lemmon Tree; Tuggerah Pde, Long Jetty; The Cut, Mannering Park; Dog Trap Rd, Ourimbah; Ourimbah Creek Rd, Palm Grove and The Ridgeway, Tumbi Umbi. Tree debris blocking footpaths is being prioritised. “Our road network has fared very well and overall has suffered limited damage in the storms,” mayor Cr Eaton said.

“That is largely the result of Council’s record spending on roads in the last few years and the concerted effort to lift the condition of the network and address the backlog in resurfacing. “However our unsealed road network has suffered extensive damage and it will take some time and effort to restore all the eroded pavements.” Council arborists are dealing with around 500 requests relating to public trees on sports grounds, parks and reserves and it will take some weeks for all tree debris to be removed. “There is a lot of tree debris on public land and Council are working hard to collect it,” mayor Cr Eaton said. “We are prioritising based on public safety. “We also know there are a number of trees down on private land and our contractor, Remondis, is working overtime to get round to houses to pick up the debris. “I thank residents for their patience as we deal with all the backlogs we are facing and things return to normal. “It has been heartening to hear all the stories of the community helping each

other out with showers, meals or providing chainsaws and trailers, it really is a testament to the community sprit here on the Coast,” mayor Cr Eaton said. Residents are reminded the following assistance is available: book an extra free green kerbside collection for tree debris; order an extra free red lid bin collection for perishable food waste; free drop off of green waste at Council’s Buttonderry Waste Management Facility until May 19; four Emergency Green Waste sites have been set up at Gwandalan, Mardi, Toukley and Tumbi Umbi to drop off tree debris for free until May 19; and ﬁnancial assistance may be available to residents who are experiencing ﬁnancial hardship to meet the cost of repairs or for essential household contents – call 1800 018 444. Residents are asked to hold off on booking bulk household kerbside collections for the time being so the focus can be on removing tree debris.

Local resident taking the canoe to the local shops - Aloha Drive - Chittaway Bay Photo: Debbie Boardman

Gosford Council has voted to ﬁght the original Ettalong Boarding House proposal at a hearing in the Land and Environment Court - Artist impression

Wyong LGA declared a Natural Disaster Area

Council to defend boarding house refusal

s a consequence of the recent weather, both Wyong and Gosford LGAs have been declared Natural Disaster Areas.

Member for The Entrance Mr David Mehan said: “I want to acknowledge, and thank, our emergency services and essential services workers who have been out in some of the worse weather we have seen on the Coast, doing their job.” Local Government Areas declared natural disasters are eligible for Natural Disaster Assistance Schemes. Assistance is available to eligible individuals, primary Media release, 27 Apr 2015 businesses, Wyong Council media producers, sporting clubs and not-for proﬁt organisations.

Assistance is available in the form of small grants and concessional loans. Details are available at the Minister for Police and Emergency Services website: http://www. emergency.nsw.gov.au/ nddassistance “More speciﬁcally, I am aware of a number of people in the area whose cars have been written off as a result of storm damage,” Mr Mehan said. “These may be eligible for a stamp duty refund on their replacement vehicle. “Refunds are made where the written

off vehicle was comprehensively insured and the insurance does not cover duty for a replacement vehicle. “The Ofﬁce of State Revenue administers these refunds and can be contacted on 1300 139 814. “People living in The Entrance electorate who do not have access to the internet are encouraged to attend my ofﬁce for assistance with any of the above.”

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Media release, 22 Apr 2015 David Mehan, Member for The Entrance

An artist’s impression of Mariners Plaza

“Developments over $20 It will deliver a brand new NSW Department of Planning error has been blamed for delaying the approval of two signiﬁcant Gosford developments: the premium hotel with function million can’t be approved ‘Mariner’s Plaza’ development on the corner of Mann St and rooms, gym and pool deck by our local council; the Donnison St and the mixed development on the corner of Erina St and with associated restaurants decision has to go to the JRPP,” she said. and bar. Henry Parry Drive. Gosford City Chamber of Commerce and Industry president, Ms Alison Vidler, said a Joint Regional Planning Panel (JRPP) meeting held at Erina on April 28 failed to make a decision about the development. Local residents and business representatives who attended the meeting at Erina were told at its commencement that the JRPP could not make a decision about the developments because the relevant Gosford City Council reports and recommendations had

not been published in the panel’s website in sufﬁcient time prior to the meeting. This was the second JRPP delay in one month as the original meeting, scheduled for April 23, was also postponed. As a result, the JRPP will not be able to make its decision regarding the two developments until May 14, Ms Vidler said. “So, in other words, because of a bungle by the NSW Planning Department, our city’s future is once again put on hold and delayed,” Ms Vidler said in

a letter to NSW Minister for Planning, Gordon Stokes, “Many people from our community took time out of their very busy day to speak on both developments that were already passed by council staff,” she said. The Mariner’s Plaza project is being developed by Gosford City Development Pty Ltd and has an estimated value of $190 million. The project will comprise of two residential towers above a podium containing a hotel, licensed pub, retail spaces and supermarket.

It will comprise 134 rooms over 7 levels and provide underground parking for 135 cars. The mixed development proposed for the corner or Erina Street and Henry Parry Drive has an estimated value of $36.6 million. Ms Vidler said she received a response to her letter to Minister Stokes “within an hour of sending the email” and she is waiting for conﬁrmation of a meeting with the Minister. She said she intends to ask the minister why the region still needs a JRPP at all.

“It is the panel’s job to assess the development, to get people to speak on behalf or against, then, usually at that meeting, the JRPP will get to approve it. “Originally the JRPP was created because, at that point in time, councils were seen to be dysfunctional, let’s be honest. “But now our council is far from what it used to be in regards to being dysfunctional; it has come a long way.” Ms Vidler said the developments had both been approved by Gosford City Council staff and,

based on submissions received from the public, have the approval of 95% of the community. Ms Vidler said she is hopeful the May 14 JRPP meeting goes ahead and gets to approve the developments. Meanwhile, the Gosford City Chamber of Commerce and Industry will make the most of its meeting with the minister to ask for more local representatives on the JRPP and to question whether it is needed at all.

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Gosford Council will defend its refusal of the contentious proposed boarding house at Ettalong Beach in the NSW Land and Environment Court. The Council voted six to four last Wednesday, May 6, to cease conciliation proceedings in the court and defend its refusal of the applicant’s original proposal last year. Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna said the public opposition to the boarding house was too signiﬁcant to ignore even though council had managed to argue for major changes as part of the current amended proposal. “We realise that council staff have negotiated a number of major changes to the original proposal, in response to both our and the

community’s concerns, after the applicant appealed to the court about council’s refusal last year,” Cr McKinna said. “However, we also recognise that the community remains concerned about whether this boarding house proposal will ﬁt with the character of the local Ettalong area, and whether it has been designed with proper regard to social impacts. “Given the ongoing opposition from local residents across the Peninsula, Council has decided the matter should be defended rather than continue with the current conciliation proceedings,” he said. Council’s general manager Paul Anderson has been instructed to advise the Land and Environment Court that council wishes to cease the current conciliation

proceedings and list the matter for hearing. “Ultimately, it will be up to the court to determine the fate of this boarding house proposal,” Cr McKinna added. “Defending planning decisions in the court is not something councillors take lightly, especially given the potential cost to the wider Gosford community. “However, in light of the serious concerns that are still held as well as the groundswell of opposition from the local community, we believe it is important to defend our original refusal,” he said. The Peninsula Chamber of Commerce welcomed Council’s decision to discontinue the current mediation process in the Land and Environment Court and reject the amended boarding house plans currently on exhibition.

“The chamber realises how difﬁcult this boarding house application has been for the council but, clearly, the community considers this application inappropriate for the location,” said Chamber president Mr Matthew Wales. “This is a view shared by the chamber. “Council’s decision to defend the appeal is welcome news and is in direct response to the community’s expectations. “Both the Chamber and the Ettalong Beach community looked for Council’s support and achieved it,” he said. According to Mr Wales, the changes negotiated by council during the mediation process were never going to be acceptable. “Whether 24 or 30 boarding rooms, the social impacts on the

community were always going to be considerable,” he said. Inadequate parking and trafﬁc congestion were other major concerns to the community especially adjacent to the busy Ferry Road wharf, Mr Wales said. “We all understand that the Court will ultimately make the ﬁnal decision but both the chamber and the community are relieved that the council will now defend the matter in a full court hearing.” Email, 6 May 2015 Matthew Wales, Peninsula Chamber of Commerce Media release, 6 May 2015 Cr Lawrie McKinna, Gosford Council Gosford Council NM.3, 6 May 2015 Reporter: Jackie Pearson

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T Residents object to plans to redevelop farmland at Mardi

Map of proposed Mardi development

“These lands support submissions relating to ﬂooding, ﬁre risks, and

ands Off the Old Farm (HOOF) held a public meeting at Wyong agricultural production the Mardi development social impacts. RSL on Tuesday, May 12 to discuss the old farm development and contain water supply up until Friday May 15. The group is also proposed for Mardi, west of the freeway. catchments which must “Many local Residents objecting to what it

According to HOOF, the proposal would rezone 224 hectares of land currently zoned rural, or for environmental protection or management, to allow 300 dwellings plus a commercial area. “One of the main issues is that this opens up areas for development west of the freeway,” HOOF spokesperson, Ms Trish Cselko said. “It has been a

long-standing state government policy that there be no intensiﬁcation of development west of the freeway,” she said. Ms Cselko said 59 people attended the meeting and passed a resolution to oppose the rezoning of the old farm land. The meeting also passed a resolution to oppose small lot residential expansion west of the M1

Motorway. The Central Coast Regional Strategy (2006-2031) stated that it would limit expansion of the urban footprint by protecting land west of the F3 freeway from further residential development. It noted that the western half of the region (west of the Freeway) is largely comprised of the Central Coast plateaus and Wyong valleys.

be protected from urban and rural residential uses,” Ms Cselko said. “If this proposal gets through there will be no stopping council’s allowing developers to destroy our drinking water catchment areas and agricultural lands.” According to HOOF, community opposition is building to the proposed development. Wyong Council extended the due date for

have concerns about this considers to be a lack proposal,” Ms Cselko of public consultation, a lack of data about said. HOOF has already how much land will be made submissions destroyed and the impact to council outlining on existing rate payers its opposition to the of the cost of sewer and water services. proposed development. Objections include: Email, 8 May 2015 its proximity to Mardi Trish Cselko, Hands Off the Dam and the state forest, Old Farm (HOOF) the destruction of forest Interview, 13 May 2015 vegetation and fauna. Trish Cselko, Hands Off the Old Farm HOOF is also Powerpoint presentation concerned about trafﬁc 12 May 2015 on Old Maitland Rd, HOOF

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should era of jobs, growth and sentiment in that these he green light has ﬁnally been given for two major developments developments in the Gosford CBD, bringing the value of total approvals in the encourage further major opportunity for our region developments are a catalyst development projects, and it’s clear that there for positive change and CBD, since October 2014, up to over for $300 million.

The development on the corner of Erina St and Henry Parry Dr includes a podium with two towers above rising up to 15 storeys. It will include 180 residential units, 184 onsite car parking spaces and retail premises. Gosford mayor, Cr Lawrie McKinna hailed the decision as the defining moment in Gosford’s rejuvenation. “There’s no doubt that the approval of these two landmark developments has now set the course for Gosford’s destiny,” Cr McKinna said. “Just the economic and social benefits that will flow from having a much needed tourist facility in Gosford as well as an iconic structure to identify the city centre are set to be massive. “This is the game changer we knew Gosford needed and the one we’ve

employment and economic growth in the Gosford CBD. “Gosford City Chamber of Commerce can’t wait to see the cranes in the CBD. “They have been a long time coming,” Ms Vidler said. Federal Member for Robertson, Ms Lucy Wicks MP, said the JRPP go ahead was a welcomed and a landmark decision. “Congratulations must go to Gosford Council and all who have been working hard to deliver on this important milestone for the Central Coast,” Ms Wicks said. “This demonstrates the value of believing in Gosford as the capital city of the Central Coast. “I applaud Gosford mayor, Cr Lawrie McKinna, CEO Mr Paul Anderson, the councillors and the panel for recognising why we must rejuvenate Gosford. “This is certainly a new

will be significant ongoing economic and social benefits. “Our community is set to thrive on the back of these positive announcements for Gosford, which will have flow on effects for the entire Central Coast. “The announcement caps an historic week for the Coast, and demonstrates why we need to keep investing in, and continue to fight for, our great Central Coast,” Ms Wicks said. The State Member for Terrigal, Mr Adam Crouch MP, also welcomed the news that the two developments had been approved. “These key developments will pave the way for future residential and commercial projects in the Gosford town centre at a time when the CBD is in urgent need of economic stimulus,” said Mr. Crouch. “The decision by the JRPP mirrors community

growth” he said. Council had recommended that the JRPP approve both developments, but the panel’s decision had been deferred due to administrative errors at its ﬁrst two meetings to discuss them. Signiﬁcant developments worth over $20 million must be referred to the JRPP for approval. Media release, 14 May 2015 Gosford Council media Media release, 14 May 2015 Tim Sowden, Office of Lucy Wicks MP Media release, 14 May 2015 Debra Wales, media advisor, Adam Crouch MP Media release, 15 May 2015 Alison Vidler, president, Gosford City Chamber of Commerce and Industry

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Politicians disagree over tax ofﬁce building funding ember for Robertson, Ms Lucy Wicks MP, and Commonwealth Senator for New South Wales, Ms Deborah O’Neill, are at odds over a promise to bring a government agency to the Gosford CBD in a brand new building.

Ms Wicks said the promise of 600 new jobs for Gosford via the new development would be a reality by 2017 and was reconfirmed as part of the 2015 budget. Ms O’Neill’s office begs to differ. “While few promises were made by the local Liberal candidates prior to the last federal election, the one landmark commitment seems to have been scaled back again,” she said. “Tony Abbott promised to bring 600 new government jobs to Gosford, and to construct a new building to house them, all before the 2016 Federal Election. “But in this budget, we see that there won’t be a new building as promised, just a lease and refit for an existing building, and it still won’t be delivered before the next election as promised,” Ms O’Neill said.” She said no reference could be found to the proposed new building in the capital expenditure

program set out in the 2015 Federal Budget. However, in another section of the budget papers, Ms O’Neill said she identified a specific reference to a proposal to lease and refit an existing building. Ms Wicks said the reference to the word lease in the budget papers had a specific meaning and related to the way the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) would structure its Gosford project. “This is on time, and on budget, and we are working with the ATO to have this Centre of Excellence up and working by the end of 2017, like the Treasurer committed to right outside Gosford Council Chambers last year. “So it’s sad to see a former Member for the Central Coast and current Labor representative spend so much time criticising our region, which we all love and work so hard for,” Ms Wicks said. According to Ms

Wicks, the Australian Taxation Office, which is funding the purposebuilt facility in conjunction with the Commonwealth Government, has already informed a shortlist of applicants as part of a rigorous tender process. She can’t comment at this stage on who the shortlisted applicants are but said the next stage would be for those parties to prepare development proposals. Ms Wicks confirmed that the project would be located in the Gosford CBD but said the specific location had not yet been determined and that a dollar value had not yet been put on the project. Email, 14 May 2015 Federal Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks Media release, 15 May 2015 Richard Mehrtens, media, Office of Senator Deborah O’Neill Interview notes, 19 May 2015 Office of Lucy Wicks MP Office of Senator, Deborah O’Neill

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hanged traffic conditions will be in place as part of the Central Coast Hwy and Frederick St intersection upgrade at East Gosford.

Continuing storm water drainage and utility relocation work delayed due to wet weather in April has been rescheduled to start Sunday, May 17. It is expected to take three weeks to complete, weather permitting. Work will be carried out between 8:00pm and 5:00am from Sunday, May

17 to Thursday, May 21, to minimise traffic disruptions. The changed traffic conditions in place will include lane closures and a temporary reduced speed limit of 40km/h during work. Traffic controllers will be in place to direct motorists. The NSW Government allocated $6.5 million this year to upgrade the Central

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Wicks welcomes new child care package ederal Member for Robertson, Ms Lucy Wicks MP said Central Coast families will have more choice and opportunity to work as a result of the Federal Budget’s Jobs for Families package.

“I’m pleased to see that the 2015 Budget delivers on the Government’s commitment to support families by making child care simpler, more affordable, more flexible, and more accessible,” Ms Wicks said. “I’ve been consulting with thousands of families, and the feedback I’ve received in places such as Kariong and Kincumber … is that so many Central Coast families are faced with costs when parents want to return to the workforce.

Lucy Wicks visits a childcare centre at Kincumber

“Families using child care in 2017, on family incomes of between $65,000 and $170,000, will be around $30 a week better off. “Those on higher incomes will, on average,

continue to receive the same level of support. “Families on incomes of less than $65,000 per year will receive ongoing access to early childhood learning, and can be eligible for

Budget includes grants for social beneﬁt projects entral Coast organisations could receive a significant boost through the Stronger Communities Program announced in the 2015 budget, according to Federal Member for Robertson, Ms Lucy Wicks MP.

“Our community in the Robertson electorate will receive funding of $150,000 per year over two years, to support projects that deliver social benefits,” Ms Wicks said. “It’s a fantastic initiative, and I’ll be consulting widely with local community organisations across the Coast, in communities like Killcare and Springfield …to identify high priority projects.

“Between $1,000 and $20,000 will be made available to not-for-profit organisations like Rotary Groups or Progress Associations that reflect and represent the lifeblood of our communities. “Grants will fund projects that will yield significant social benefits and can be delivered within the twoyear lifespan of the program – and help them get ahead.” Ms Wicks said the

program will provide $45 million over two years across Australia to fund small capital projects in local communities. “I look forward to seeing new local projects for a stronger community, and to the people of the Central Coast benefitting from this program.” Media release, 12 May 2015 Tim Sowden, Office of Lucy Wicks MP

additional financial support through the Child Care Safety Net,” Ms Wicks said. The simplified Child Care Subsidy will replace the current Child Care Benefit, Child Care Rebate

and Jobs, Education and Training Child Care Fee Assistance programs. The simplified Child Care Subsidy will include the introduction of a single means tested Child Care

Subsidy for all families, subject to a new activity test for up to 100 hours of subsidised care per child, per fortnight, paid directly to approved care service providers. For family incomes of up to approximately $65,000 the Child Care Subsidy will be 85% per child of the actual fee or a benchmark price, whichever is lower, Ms Wicks said. Families on incomes under $185,000 will no longer have a cap on the amount of subsidy they receive, according to Ms Wicks. A cap of $10,000 per child will be established for the total value of subsidies for family incomes of $185,000 and above. Media release, 12 May 2015 Tim Sowden, Office of Lucy Wicks MP

Funding for Somersby and Kibbleplex conﬁrmed

he 2015 Federal Budget included a $10 million injection to upgrade Somersby Industrial Park, as part of the National Stronger Regions Fund.

“This is all about making the Central Coast a more attractive place for businesses to grow, thrive, prosper and succeed,” said Federal Member for Robertson, Ms Lucy Wicks MP. The $10 million infrastructure upgrade of the Somersby Industrial Park would include new road works, storm water, sewer and water mains infrastructure, according to Ms Wicks. “This $10 million funding injection will help to improve

economic growth, boosting productivity and creating jobs,” she said. The fast-tracking of urgent local road repairs will also go ahead, with funding doubled for the 2015-16 financial year, she said. Another measure confirmed by the budget, according to Ms Wicks, was the redevelopment of the Kibbleplex building in Henry Parry Dve. “I can confidently say that we are delivering on the $7 million we committed to the Kibbleplex Centre in

Gosford CBD. “Now, the Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development is working with Gosford Council so that a final funding agreement can be prepared,” Ms Wicks said. “Importantly, the Department and Gosford Council are working with the State Library of NSW, which is producing a final report on the fit-out.” Media release, 15 May 2015 Tim Sowden, Office of Lucy Wick MP

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Six storey building at Pt Frederick approved nother major development on the edge of Gosford’s city centre, worth around $9.5 million, was approved at Council’s Tuesday, May 12 general meeting.

The six storey mixed use development, comprising a ground floor restaurant, 28 residential units and a basement car parking level, will be built on Masons Pde at Point Frederick. This development also took advantage of Council’s incentive that offers a bonus 30 percent increase in floor space and building height to eligible applicants. Since December 2014, around $90 million worth of development, including almost 400 residential units, has now been approved by Council for Gosford’s city centre area. The proposed mixed development is DA47055/2015 and was defined as a planning matter covered by the Local Government Act 1993 and the Environmental Planning

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and Assessment Act 1979. As Gosford Council is the consent authority for the go ahead of the development, the consent is given for a period of two years.

A Point Frederick resident who lives close to the proposed development, spoke against it at the meeting. She questioned

whether the current height restrictions, even with the additional 30 percent allowed by Council for buildings within the Gosford CBD footprint, would be

broken by the proposed development. The resident stated that she believed the development would be completely out of context

with the low levels of existing surrounding buildings. Council officers confirmed, at the meeting, that the development application did comply with current height restrictions. The resident also expressed concerns about the potential for flooding of the building, and surrounding buildings, due to run off. Again, council staff clarified that the design in the current DA contained a “lip” to prevent flooding or storm water from entering the building’s basement. Vegetation has overgrown a nearby drainage channel, which will require further council maintenance and work. The engineers working on the development have also designed a pump out system in the event of flooding, staff informed councillors. Email, 12 May 2015 Gosford Council media Minutes, 12 May 2015 Gosford Council, ordinary general meeting Meeting notes, 12 May 2015 Jackie Pearson, journalist

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Lucy Wicks has close call with nature

The tree that ended up in the living room of Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks MP

ederal Member for Robertson, Ms Lucy Wicks MP, addressed the state parliament on Wednesday, May 13 in relation to the recent storms on the Central Coast.

“I woke on the morning of Tuesday, April 21 at about seven o’clock — when suddenly I heard a sound I do not think I will ever forget,” Ms Wicks said. “We saw a massive 60 metre blackbutt tree crash through our lounge room onto our car,” she said. “If it had been an hour later, there would have been

two kids and one adult who may not have survived that accident.” Ms Wicks thanked the SES, Ausgrid, media and other services, and told more stories about how the community in her Robertson electorate recovered. “I have to say that the biggest thanks of all goes to our incredible community

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Rezoning proposed for Lisarow land

wo large lots of land on Taylor Rd, Lisarow may be rezoned from Conservation and Scenic Protection (rural small holdings) to Low Density Residential.

At its general meeting on Tuesday, May 12, Gosford Council endorsed the preparation of a planning proposal that could see the land rezoned. According to council, the proposal is considered to have strategic merit because the land is located directly adjacent to the existing urban footprint, is able to be serviced, and the proposed zoning to Low Density Residential is consistent with the zone of adjoining residential land. Council voted to initiate the Local Environmental Plan (LEP) Gateway process under Section 55 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, by endorsing the preparation of a planning proposal. The decision was based on a report for zoning Lot Four DP 740663 and part of Lot Two DP 740663 Taylor Rd, Lisarow to R2 Low Density Residential and part of Lot Two DP 740633 Taylor Rd, Lisarow to E2 Environmental Conservation. The proposed rezoning would accommodate a subdivision of the land equivalent to around 24 residential building blocks. Council will now notify the NSW Department of Planning and Environment

of its resolution requesting a Gateway determination. The planning proposal and all necessary documentation will be forwarded to the Department. It will involve a public exhibition period of 28 days. A requirement to undertake certain studies prior to exhibition was requested by Council. Those studies will include a bushfire hazard assessment, a preliminary contamination assessment, and a geotechnical report. Relevant adjoining owners will also be asked to give consent for the provision of drainage and sewerage easements. Once the planning proposal has been on public exhibition, if the Minister for planning supports it and no submissions objecting to the proposal are received, it will be processed in order to make the plan. Gosford Council CEO, Mr Paul Anderson, was given carriage of seeking delegations from the Department of Planning and the Environment under Section 381 of the Local Government Act 1993 and of completing the authorisation on behalf of council for the proposal to be submitted.

Gosford’s Development Control Plan (DCP) 2013 will also need to be amended to make way for the Lisarow rezoning proposal and those planned amendments will need to be exhibited with the planning proposal. In particular, Chapter 2.1 of the DCP will need to be amended so that the boundary of the Character Precincts be amended to reflect the proposed R2 Low Density Residential Zone. The subject land will need to be incorporated into the map of Lisarow-Niagara Park in Chapter 5.14 of the DCP and notations added to indicate no vehicular access to Taylor Rd. Chapter 5.14 will also need an amended Bushland Management Plan to be submitted with any future subdivision application pertaining to the E2 portion of the land. The resolution was put by Cr Bob Ward and Cr Chris Burke. The motion was carried by Crs McKinna, Macfadyen, Bocking, Burke, Morris, Scott and Ward. Email, 12 May 2015 Gosford Council media Minutes, 12 May 2015 Gosford Council general meeting

Further investment in sewage pump stations osford Council will invest around $1 million to upgrade two sewage pump stations at West Gosford and Narara this year.

The upgrade works are part of Council’s extensive Sewage Pump Station Refurbishment Program, which aims to protect public health and the environment

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he Woy Woy motor registry office is to be relocated to the Gosford one-stop-shop NSW Government service centre in Henry Parry Drive.

esidents will now be able to take any green waste from last month’s natural disaster to either of Gosford City Council’s landfills for free until Sunday, May 31.

The deadline has been extended from Tuesday, May 19 due to the amount of trees, branches and other green waste that is still being cleaned up after the natural disaster. There is no limit on how much green waste residents can take to either landfill, at Woy Woy or Kincumber, and it can be taken in any shape or form. However, tree stumps cannot be accepted at Kincumber. Residents will need to take these to Woy Woy or contact council to organise other arrangements. Council will continue monitoring the amount of green waste being dropped off at its landfills

to see whether the deadline extension needs to be reviewed again. Additional bulk green waste collections for free through Council’s waste services contractor Remondis ceased on Tuesday, May 19. Bulk kerbside collections for household items and green waste by Remondis returned to normal from that date. Any resident who needs green waste from the natural disaster removed from their nature strip can contact council directly to organise a pick up. Council is still giving residents the chance to pick up some free mulch from Woy Woy, East Gosford and

now Kincumber. Crews have collected a significant amount of green waste since the natural disaster and chipped much of this material into mulch. Residents can take their car, ute or trailer to Hylton Moore Park in East Gosford, Rogers Park in Woy Woy or Frost Reserve in Kincumber and take as much mulch as they’d like for free. The mulch is only available to Gosford residents for home use. The offer is not available to commercial operators. Residents will need to be able to load the material into their car, ute or trailer. Media alert, 15 May 2015 Gosford Council media

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Woy Woy to be relocated to the Gosford Service NSW service centre. “We’ve spent a long time looking at how to offer the best services across the Central Coast,” Service NSW director of operations, Mr Graham Tobin said. “Given the significant overlap of customer catchment areas, it’s logical to concentrate face-toface customer activity at Gosford. “Service NSW is an entirely new service, combining a host of government transactions from one convenient location. “Sites have to be chosen carefully to cater for all customers. “By providing our services from the nearby Gosford location we can guarantee the community of the Central Coast a higher standard of service and greater access to these

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It is refreshing to receive information and news that is not permeated with the bias and deception of Rupert Murdoch as dished out in abundance in the Express Advocate by his brainwashed idea-logistic group of ‘neo cons’ posing as journalists. Leading up to the state election, the Express Advocate incessantly promoted Chris Holstein and in one particular edition, his name and photographs appeared nine times to Kathy Smiths’ zero. Now they are still refusing to acknowledge her as the State Member for Gosford and will not profile her in any way except to acknowledge she was in fact elected as the parliamentary representative with the ‘he was robbed’ by preference of the greens and Labor headline: ‘Holstein Blames

Lies and Scare Campaign for Liberal Loss’. Holstein is in fact a poor loser and did not accept that he did not secure enough votes under the current system and Kathy Smith did. Pure and simple in the rules. Put aside the nefarious depredations of Holsteins’ fellow liberal members at the Entrance, Terrigal and Wyong and their shoddy deals. Holstein attempts to vindicate his loss to the almost anonymous labor opponent, Kathy Smith, by saying he secured 2. 000 more votes on first preference, i.e. 42.5 percent

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of the vote. Holstein goes on to take responsibility for all achievements of government in his team, although many were commenced by the last labor government. Under the present system of voting and using Holsteins’ figures, if he received 42.5 percent, the 57.5 percent did not vote for him, a short fall of 15 percent. 15 percent did not tick Holsteins’ box. The question arises, is Holstein suggesting that a system of first past the post would have installed him as the member? A great deal of conjecture would arise as to this 15 percent and their voting intention under a new restrictive system. Under the current system, voters exercised a right to vote for a party of choice, with the knowledge a second preference would be delivered to a choice in government according to wish, thus appointing Kathy Smith as the popular choice in logic and consensus. The time has come for Murdochs’ tabloid to embrace public opinion on the Central Coast. Note that John ‘Singo’ Singleton did not staunchly support Holstein in this campaign, although he had previously signalled he would nominate and promote conservative candidates. Letter, 28 Apr 2015 T.C Parkes, Barraba

Complaints have some success t appears as though my regular complaints about the state of Glennie St (The Street of Many Pot-Holes) have worked.

Some of the more egregious holes have now been filled. Now, I wonder if Gosford Council can do something about the paving (or rather, the lack of it), and perhaps

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Robbery and attempted carjacking in Gosford

Beware of scams in the aftermath of the April storms

53-year-old woman was the victim of a robbery and attempted carjacking in Gosford on Wednesday, May 13.

Brisbane Water Local Area Command (LAC) appealed for witnesses following the incident which occurred at about 5:40pm. The woman was getting out of her car on the corner of Sinclair St and Cape St, when she was nudged by a man. She turned and saw three men beside her. One man grabbed the car keys from her hand and got into the driver’s seat but could not start the car, police said. The woman yelled for help, the man got out of the car and grabbed her handbag forcing her to fall to the ground, according to the police report.

Anyone with information about these incidents should call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 The three men then ran west on Sinclair St with the bag. Bystanders stopped to assist the woman and contacted emergency services. Brisbane Water (LAC) attended, assisted the

woman and commenced an investigation. A search was conducted but the three men were unable to be located. The woman was taken to hospital for treatment to facial and arm injuries and was reported to be in a stable condition. Investigators would like to speak to anyone who witnessed the incident, and has not yet spoken to police, or has information that may assist with their inquiries. The men were only described as wearing dark clothing and hooded jumpers.

entral Coast residents have been warned to be on the lookout for scams in the aftermath of the April storms.

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Forresters Beach ﬁres thought to have been arson

“Fair Trading has had reports of a number of different scams going on after the storms, including people calling purporting to be raising money for affected families or requesting personal details to enable access to emergency payments,” said NSW Fair Trading’s regional manager for Northern NSW, Mr Paul Coles. “As the cleanup continues in the months ahead, I am urging consumers to be on the lookout for unscrupulous traders who will try and take advantage of people affected by the weather,” Mr Coles said. “Consumers should be wary of traders who approach them directly

olice are investigating two suspicious fires at Forresters Beach on Tuesday, April 28, which are believed to be linked.

At about 8:40pm, emergency services were called to a house fire on The Entrance Rd. At about the same time, police located a second fire at a mini golf club on the

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short time later; however the house was destroyed and the structure of the golf club premises was extensively damaged. No one was injured during both incidents. Police attached to Brisbane Water Local Area Command attended and established crime scenes. Initial investigations indicate both fires may have been deliberately lit and police are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with information to come forward and contact Crime Stoppers. Media release, 29 Apr 2015 NSW Police media

offering cheap repair services, if something seems too good to be true, chances are it is.” Mr Coles said itinerant traders have been known to travel door-to-door targeting consumers by peddling stories that their vehicle has broken down and they need to get rid of stock or they have completed a job and are selling leftover product. Mr Coles said that if building work requires a license, consumers should check with Fair Trading to confirm that the person is licensed and what building work they are qualified to undertake. “A simple online search can help to identify potentially dodgy

tradespeople, five minutes of research could save you thousands. “There is also a 10day cooling off period for unsolicited offers, during which you are not required to pay any money. “Travelling con men are known to get aggressive in demanding payment. “Consumers should call the police if they feel threated at any time.” Mr Coles also warned consumers to carefully read contracts before signing them and understand any terms and conditions. Media release, 14 May 2015 Jane Upton, media officer, NSW Fair Trading

Pedestrian dies after being hit by a car

pedestrian has died after being hit by a car in East Gosford on Tuesday, April 21.

Emergency services were called to York St at approximately 7:45pm, following reports that a woman had been struck by a car. Initial investigations suggest the pedestrian, an 87-year-old East Gosford woman, was crossing the street when she was struck by a Holden Jackaroo travelling east on York St.

The driver of the Holden, a 76-year-old local man, stopped to render assistance, however, the woman died at the scene. Police from Brisbane Water Local Area Command established a crime scene and investigations into the crash are continuing.

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School raises $4,000 for heart foundation

Free community event for Spinal Health Week pinal Health Week 2015 runs from Monday, May 25 to Sunday, May 31 and this year’s theme is ‘get your happy back’.

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reen Point Christian College families have raised over $4,000 for the National Heart Foundation through sponsorships for its Jump Off event.

“It is the final week before our Jump Off and the boys and girls are still embracing the opportunity to hone their skipping skills at every break,” said Green

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“Every day, more and more Australians experience disabling low back pain, neck pain and headaches, limiting their ability to work and engage in an active healthy life,” said chiropractor Dr Jorge Chavez, from Erina’s Chavez Health Centre. One explanation for this is the negative impact an increasingly sedentary lifestyle has on postural fitness, Dr Chavez said. “Think about all the hours you spend each day sitting at work or school, commuting, on your computer or other mobile device and watching television. “Poor posture increases pressure on your spine which can cause lower back pain, neck pain, headaches and fatigue,” he said. According to Dr Chavez, chiropractic care focuses on the relationship between body structure (primarily the spine and pelvis) and function (as coordinated by the nervous system) and how this relationship can restore and maintain health. Chiropractic care is an increasingly common and effective treatment for back pain, neck pain and headaches eliminating the need for drugs or surgery, he said. This means chiropractic care can also be very cost effective in comparison to other types of treatment.

According to Dr Shannon Casinto from the centre, “helping patients make positive changes with respect to nutrition, exercise and wellness is also fundamental to maintaining normal spinal function. “Adopting healthy habits today, such as improving postural fitness, can significantly reduce the risk of injury or pain in later years, positively impacting on our self-esteem, social relationships and mental health.” During Spinal Health

Week, The Chavez Health Centre is running a free community event on Monday, June 1 at their Erina centre. The event will include discussions about the importance of posture, ergonomics, exercise and nutrition, including a free spinal check for all attendees. Media release, 14 May 2015 Dr Jorge Chavez, Chavez Chiropractic

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Free talk by champion wheelchair athlete r Kurt Fearnley, three time Australian Paralympic gold medallist and world champion wheelchair athlete, will give a talk at Erina Library as part of Library Week.

He is the champion of more than 10 marathon titles from five continents. To raise awareness of men’s health issues, Mr Fearnley crawled the

Kakoda trail in 2009. Library Week celebrates the importance and relevance of public libraries to communities. The event is free, but

seats are limited and bookings are essential. Email, 15 May 2015 Gosford Council media Mr Kurt Fearnley to speak at Erina Library

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NAISDA to present mid-year show

Cultural exchange with the Dunghutti people t Philip’s Christian College Gosford is partnering with the Kempsey Local Area Land Council to provide its students with an opportunity for a community and cultural exchange with the Dunghutti people of the Macleay Valley.

S AISDA Dance College at Mt Penang will acknowledge NAIDOC 2015 with its mid-year show.

In Darkinjung language, the show is called Gayi Ngiyang Nhangara, which translates as Come, We All Dance. The NAISDA Dance College sees the mid-year

show as an opportunity for the community to celebrate and connect with NAISDA developing artists as they share their stories through dance. Performances will run

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opportunity right around the Central Coast to qualify yourself in just two weeks for either of these exciting industry careers, and take a major step towards securing a job,” Ms North said. “A Cert III, nationally accredited qualification will open the door to exciting new employment opportunities and provide the skills you need to advance your career. “Or you can hit the

that can be achieved through sport to the elders of the community. The final day of the trip will include visits to various Dunghutti cultural sites. Newsletter, 15 May 2015 Mal East, deputy principal, St Philips Christian College

Free workshops ocal businesses and community groups will have access to a range of free workshops and talks during May and June.

job placement boost is about to hit the Central Coast, courtesy of a leading career builder and course provider,

The Wise Education Group is planning to host dual Certificate III courses resulting in qualifications in popular Hospitality and Retail Operations, having identified the region as one with the highest level of demand for these industries. Wise chief executive, Ms Kelly North, couldn’t hide her delight at the opportunity for young job-hunters and ambitious career seekers. “This is a fantastic

of Kempsey, outreaching primarily to local Indigenous children. Students will also participate in a family day, which is a large annual event to bring the Dunghutti people together. As part of the day, St Philips students will demonstrate the benefits

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The aim of the exchange is for the college to form an ongoing relationship with the Dunghutti people. The trip will encourage students to become aware of Indigenous culture and to build life skills. St Philips will run a sports clinic as part of NAIDOC Week in the heart

ground running in a new role and, where applicable, lead to an instant work placement.” The course will be delivered in June on twodays a week at the Gosford Golf Club, with a specialised trainer also providing specific in-between support sessions via e-mail and phone. Expressions of Interest are now underway in both industry courses. Media release, 19 May 2015 Neil Evans, Wise Education Group

On Thursday, May 28, a Gosford Council workshop will examine how community profiling can be used to find out more about the local community, how many people live here, what they do and how they live. The event is called Getting to Know Gosford and will focus on how to use community profile and population forecast data. According to Gosford Council, the Community Profile is an easy-to-use website with information from the 2011-1991 census periods. The workshop will take place on Thursday, May 28. On Thursday, June 4, not-for-profits can learn how to develop sound

financial practices, including what board members need to know about finances, minimising fraud, and preparing for an annual general meeting and auditor. The event is called Finance, Insurance and Risk Management and will be held on Thursday, June 4. Gosford Council says the workshop will explore risk management and insurance, including identifying risks and understanding insurance needs.

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he future of Camp Eagles Nest, established to protect a white bellied sea eagle’s nesting tree in Wadalba, is unclear, with road works in the area expected to force the group to move on.

Group spokesperson Mr Jake Cassar said: “Our group was told recently that Johns Rd will be closing for road works and that our camp will have to move on.” “We realise the road works have to take

place, but some people are quite concerned that the company that’s been undertaking the clearing may take down the tree if we leave. “I have personally spoken with the manager of the site, and have had ongoing communication with Wyong Cr Greg Best, both of whom have assured me that the nesting tree is safe for now. “Furthermore, I’ve been told that negotiations between Council and the developers to secure the nesting tree are

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and their cars. appreciate the need April 17, 2015 Your independent community newspaper - Ph: “One man in particular for new infrastructure stopped and told me I to accommodate the was going to get shot,” new residents, we the owner of the torched are very hopeful that car said. commonsense will “It was during the day prevail, and the iconic and he just stopped and white bellied sea wound down his window eagles will continue and said I would be shot.” to soar high above the Mr Cassar said: Wadalba community for “Contrasting to that, our generations to come. “We will certainly keep group has also received overwhelming support respectfully lobbying for with 2,000 locals from this result,” Mr Cassar the Wyong Shire signing said. he seat of The Entrance has been abor’s David Harris has been elected our petition to save the declared won by Labor’s David Mehan the 26member KaitlinasWatts, Mar 2105 for the seat of Wyong nesting tree from the Mediawith release,58.73% 25 Mar 2015 with 50.38% of the vote ahead of of the votes over Liberal’s bulldozers. Jake Cassar, Liberal’s Michael Sharpe with 49.62%. “While we fully Sandra Kerr Campwith Eagles41.27%. Nest “It’s been a campaign we Harris received Mr Mehan claimed the “Our campaign was 51.15% (23,565) of the have fought for four years seat on Friday, April 3, greatly assisted by the First Preference votes since the last election count after conferring with his help of volunteers from followed by Kerr with was done.” the local community scrutineers. “I pay tribute to my 36.76% (16,936), Greens ““I want to thank the and the work of local candidate Vicki Dimond opponent Sandra Kerr. people of The Entrance union members and the “This was a tough for honouring me with campaign run by Unions with 6.71% (3,091), No Land Tax candidate Annie campaign about issues the opportunity to NSW and Central Coast McGeechan with 2.02% like electricity privitisation represent their interests Community Unions (929), Christian Democratic and TAFE and Sandra in state parliament,” Mr Alliance. Party candidate Stevan represented her party with Mehan said. “I hope all people in Dragojevic with 1.98% distinction and I wish her the “It is my hope that I The Entrance electorate (914), Independent Noel best in her future roles. will win the respect and enjoy this (Easter) “Most of all I dedicate support of all people in holiday period and I look Holt with 0.83% (348) and Independent Alex Norwick this victory to my late friend the electorate regardless forward to working for Dayle Walker. with 0.55% (252). of their traditional them once the election “Dayle was my speech political allegiances. Harris has thanked result is ofﬁcially the people of Wyong writer and former teacher “Now that the Baird declared,” Mr Mehan Protesters outside Wyong Council for showing faith and colleague. Coalition Government said. “Dayle passed away from has ended the Ministerial giving him a second term Despite winning the Ovarian Cancer after the representing them in the seat, Mehan ran second position responsible for Office: 120c Erina Street, Gosford last election and I miss her the Central Coast region, to Sharpe in the number Phone: 4325 7369 Fax: 4321 0940 NSW Parliament. “I sit this morning very advice and counsel dearly. I want to work with all of First Preference votes Mail: PO Box 1056, Gosford 2250 “The work starts now for Coast humbled by the support I’ve representatives received with 41.88% E-mail: editorial@centralcoastnews.net Website: www.centralcoastnews.net received from the people of the people of Wyong and to to ensure that promises (20,086) to Sharpe’s hold the Baird Government made are delivered and 43.89% (21,049). Wyong,” Mr Harris said. “Our team achieved a to account – especially to that the Coast receives Greens candidate Scott swing of around 13.3% ensure they deliver what the attention it deserves. Rickard received 9.37% and we got across the line they promised in the lead up “I want this to be an (4,493) of the vote, with 51.1% primary votes to the election. even better place for all followed by Christian “My main priorities are of us to live, work and Democratic and almost 60% two party Party to protect our important raise a family. prefererd,” Mr Harris said candidate Hadden Ervin “I’m particularly drinking water catchment, “I want to thank all with 2.71% (1,301) and honoured to be given a grow jobs and deliver the those who worked so No Land Tax candidate second opportunity to important infrastructure the hard on our campaign. 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continuing. “While I really appreciate the communication, our group is choosing to remain cautiously optimistic. “Our group has endured a lot to maintain our peaceful protest camp. “We have faced our fair share of challenges, including harassment at night and one of our cars was recently destroyed after being torched,” Mr Cassar said. The car was torched at the camp at 2:30am

on the first night the group decided not to stay overnight. The owner of the car said she left her car there overnight as her battery was flat and had arranged to pick it up the next morning. She said as the police didn’t have any leads, “we can speculate about who did it but we can’t really point the finger at anybody in particular”. The group has been subject to significant harassment including hate mail and eggs and bottles thrown at them

Issue 68

taff at Wyong Council are continuing efforts to restore essential water and sewer services, monitoring road closures and cleaning up after the recent storms.

All of Council’s pumping stations are back in operation and staff are focussed on getting sewage services back on line for 2,000 affected residents in Issue 67 Tuggerawong, Tacoma and South Tacoma, Rocky Point and Chittaway Bay. Portaloos are available and will remain in place until normal services resume. Wyong mayor Cr Doug Eaton OAM said Council’s roads team is focussed on managing the remaining nine road closures until declared ﬂooding abor’s Yasmin min Catley has been andof tree and the winner of thesubsides state seat Swansea power are with 62.98% % of the voteline overissues Liberal’s resolved. Johanna Uidam with ith 37.02%. Roads thatCommunity remain Catley received the most Gwandalan are: Geoffrey Rd, Centre recorded 1,691 votes, First Preference votes with closed Natuna wed Chittaway 95 of whichPoint; were informal, 45.03% (21,712), followed Halekulani; Woods with Catley receiving 697, by Uidam on 25.91% 91% Ave, Jilliby; Uidam 467,Dooralong Edwards Rd, 200, ndent Rd, (12,493), Independent Tree;Agland Tuggerah Parsons 81, 41, 45% Lemmon Garry Edwards on 13.45% Long Jetty;38The idate Pde, Osborne 40, Cubis and (6,484), Greens candidate Mannering Park; 48% Cut, Doughty 32. Phillipa Parsons with 5.48% Trap Rd,Hall Ourimbah; recorded (2,818), Animal Justice Party DogHalekulani Rd, 1,530, 83 ofCreek which were candidate Joshua Aglandd on Ourimbah Grovewithand Catley The informal, ndent Palm 2.91% (1,402), Independent Chris Osborne on 2.82% 82% Ridgeway, receiving Tumbi 637. Umbi. Uidam, Tree debris113, blocking (1,360), Christian democratic ratic 487, Edwards parsons being 84, Cubis 41,isAgland 40, Party candidate Luke Cubis footpaths Osborne 30 and Doughty on 2.74% (1,322) and No prioritised. road network Lake Munmorah Public land Tax candidate Paul 15.“Our has fared very 3,156 well votes, and Doughty in 1.29% (624).. School recorded hasweresuffered Central Coast voters inn the overall 119 of which informal, damage the with Catley receivingin1,234, Swansea electorate were able limited mayor followed by UidamCronEaton 1,060, to choose from nine local storms,” said. Edwards on 322, Parsons on polling booths. Budgewoi Public School hool 156, Agland on 89, Cubis recorded a total of 1,618 ,618 on 78, Osborne on 57 and votes, 77 of which were Doughty on 41. Mannering informal, with Catley atley Park Community Centre receiving the most First recorded 1,230 votes, 89 of Preference votes on 778, which were informal, with followed by Uidam on 406, Catley receiving 573, Uidam Parsons on 93, Agland onn 79, 250, Edwards 133, Parsons Edwards on 71, Cubis onn 41, 66, Agland 39, Doughty 28, Osborne on 36 and Doughty ghty and Cubis and Osborne 26 on 31. each. Buff Point Scout Hall Northlakes Public School received 1,627 votes, 788 of recorded 1,974, 140 of which were informal, with which were informal, with Catley again recording the Catley receiving 1,027, highest amount on 776, Uidam 373, Edwards 112, followed by Uidam on 435, Parsons 109, Agland 91, ns on Osborne 50, Doughty 43 Edwards on 116, Parsons 29. Summerland 87, Osborne on 63, Cubis and Cubis 29 on 30, Agland on 25 and Point Hall recorded a total Doughty on 17. of 1,387 votes, 62 of which Chain Valley Bay were informal, with Catley recorded 971 votes, 37 of receiving 498, Uidam 420, which were informal, with Edwards 198, Parsons 63, Catley receiving 465, Uidam Osborne 46, Agland 44, 259, Edwards 85, Parsons Cubis 29 and Doughty 27. Website, 15 Apr 2015 43, Cubis 32, Osborne 27, NSW Electoral Commission Agland 18 and Doughty 5.

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Music studio open day attracts over 150 visitors

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$1,800 raised for Cyclone Pam victims

he Grove Studios at Somersby celebrated their unique partnership with Hunter TAFE’s Regional Music Institute by holding an open day on Saturday, May 16.

The open day was held for potential students interested in studying the Diploma of Sound Production that will begin on Monday, July 13. The open day was attended by over 150 visitors, Gosford mayor, Cr Lawrie McKinna and Mr Allan Smith from the NSW Premier’s Office. The event gave potential students the opportunity to talk to teachers, explore the boutique campus and understand what the Grove Studios and Diploma of

Sound Production can offer. Each of the four studios was fully operational and ran unique workshops and information sessions. Sessions and workshops included an indie rock session with a live band recording, a pro tool workshop and a singersongwriter question and answer session. Producers were available to critique students’ work. Engineers were on hand in each studio to explain how the state-of-the-art writing, recording, mixing

and mastering equipment works. The Grove Studio has a 30-year history. Owner and head producer, Mr Scott Horscroft, has redesigned the studios to function as a professional writing, recording, mixing and mastering facility. Email, 18 May 2015 Valerie MacIver, VMPR Media release, 8 May 2015 Valerie MacIver, VMPR

St Phillips students football toss to raise money for Vanuatu

aint Philips Christian College Gosford students’ have raised $1,800 from their Blue4Vanuatu fund raising day held on Monday, May 11.

Students raised the money in response to Cyclone Pam from the sale of cupcakes, a sausage sizzle, face painting, footy toss and a range of other student stalls that ran during recess and lunch.

“It is one of the benefits of a pre-school to year 12 learning community,” said deputy principal, Mr Mal East. “Not only are students encouraged to think of others less fortunate, such

as those in Vanuatu but to practically help others such as fellow students,” he said. Newsletter, 15 May 2015 Mal East, deputy principal, St Philips Christian College

Scott Horscoft and Grant Walmsley at the Grove Studios open day

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Mr Diers has 40 years’ experience helping communities realise their potential to create better places. According to Gosford Council, Mr Diers’ presentation will be about how the people of Gosford can participate in creating

liveable, loveable and community-focused places. According to Gosford Council, he believes in mobilising the power of community to revitalise neighbourhoods and business districts, prevent crime, and promote health and accountability.

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Blue Thumb Volunteers recognised for Volunteer Week

Outdoor pop up library one of many events for Library Week

osford City Libraries will be hosting a series of engaging events and activities during Library and Information Week

2015.

The Blue Thumb Volunteers at Mount Penang Gardens

he Blue Thumb Volunteers who work at Mount Penang Gardens received a special thank-you as part of National Volunteer Week.

The volunteers work at the gardens throughout the year and play a crucial role in making them a beautiful place for the community, according to Mr Greg South, executive manager for the Central Coast Regional Development Corporation (CCRDC). “The gardens wouldn’t be the beautiful place they are without its volunteers,” Mr South said. “I am so thankful for all the volunteers who have

given thousands of hours to gardening and the running of many programs including the gardens’ guided tours, events and the Mt Penang parkrun. “Their contribution is amazing and very much valued,” he said. Mr Colin Jose is a Blue Thumb Volunteer who has shown exceptional dedication, according to Mr South. Mr Jose has been involved with Mt Penang for

many years. “He worked in the Mount Penang Centre for over 10 years until its closure and the move to Frank Baxter. “Watching over the creation of the Gardens in 2003, he signed up to become a volunteer and has been a Blue Thumb Volunteer for more than 10 years. “Colin’s commitment has grown along with the Gardens,” Mr South said. “He is an active garden

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ambassador involved with tours and is responsible for shaping the current A Moment in Time Historical Bus Tour,” he said. “As a Blue Thumb Volunteer I get to share Mount Penang Gardens with very lovely and appreciative people,” Mr Jose said. “I have developed positive relationships with staff and lasting friendships with the other volunteers. “Being a Blue Thumb Volunteer is truly a great experience,” he said. “We are honoured to have Colin as one of our Blue Thumb Volunteers,” said Mr South. “He has made a tremendous imprint on the gardens and is an indispensable part of the team,” said Mr South. Mount Penang Gardens is always looking to welcome new Blue Thumb Volunteers, Mr South said. Media release, 14 May 2015 Stephanie Prouse, Central Coast Regional Development Corporation

Running from Monday, May 25 until Sunday, May 31, the week aims to raise the profile of libraries and information service professionals throughout Australia. The theme for this year is Imagine. Gosford Council’s manager of Library and Community, Ms Di Shaw said that Library and Information Week is an opportunity to highlight the programs available at our libraries year round. “It’s a wonderful chance to celebrate the great work of our staff, who tirelessly deliver engaging events and activities for our community throughout the year,” said Ms Shaw. On Wednesday, May 27, National Simultaneous Storytime involves the same story being read at 11:00am across Australia in libraries and schools. An outdoor pop up library

will be located in Kibble Park Gosford, from Monday, May 25 until Friday, May 29. Visitors are invited to enjoy the outdoor setting with marquee, colourful umbrellas, bean bags and shelves of books and magazines to spark everyone’s interest. Each branch will host a morning or afternoon tea as part of Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea campaign for Cancer Council research on Thursday, May 28. Gosford Library will host its Biggest Morning Tea in Kibble Park. The morning will include an Imagine story time featuring the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party with special appearance from the Mad Rabbit. Children are invited to dress-up in their favourite imaginary costume. Media release, 19 May 2015 Gosford Council media

Musician receives touring grant

pringfield musician, James Draper has received an Australian Council for the Arts Contemporary Music Touring Program grant. Federal Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks, welcomed the Australian Government’s support for regional tours of original work by Australian contemporary musicians through the program. The grant enabled James to join the Winterbourne’s first national headline tour across NSW, QLD, VIC, WA

and SA. “The Winterbourne’s first national tour is a great opportunity for Mr Draper to showcase his musical talent,” Ms Wicks said. More than $180,000 has been provided to support tours of new music by contemporary Australian musicians to remote and regional communities through the program. Media release, 1 May 2015 Lucy Wicks, Federal member for Robertson

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Five Lands Walk and Reconciliation exhibitions at gallery he Five Lands Walk exhibition and the Reconciliation exhibition will be at the Gosford Regional Gallery from Saturday, May 23 until Sunday July 12.

The Five Lands Walk exhibition celebrates the 10th anniversary of the award-winning regional festival that provides a cultural, physical and spiritual experience along 10 km of Central Coast shoreline from Macmasters Beach to Terrigal Beach. “It will showcase photographs, video, ephemera, performance costumes and a selection of highlighted artworks exhibited at the Five Lands Walk over the last decade,” Gosford Council’s director of community growth, Ms Judy Jaeger said. “The Five Lands Walk committee has helped us collect over 50 personal comments from key contributors and community members documenting what the Five Lands Walk means to them. “With over 18,000 people taking part each year, we felt it was important to acknowledge the Five Lands Walk’s contribution to art, music, Aboriginal culture, land art installation, performances and

community identity and participation.” The exhibition will also feature the Five Lands Walk Message Stick, which is annually entrusted to a Guardian of the Message Stick responsible for carrying it on the Five Lands Walk and delivering its community message to participants. This year, the Message Stick will begin its journey from the gallery before returning to the exhibition at the completion of the day. Also on display will be the Reconciliation exhibition. “Reconciliation is the Gallery’s annual Art Prize that provides an opportunity for local Indigenous and non-Indigenous artists to showcase work about reconciliation,” Ms Jaeger said. “In partnership with NSW Fair Trading, the exhibition is held as part of National Reconciliation Week.” Media release, 19 May 2015 Gosford Council media

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FOLLOWING THE 9AM MASS ON SUNDAY MAY 24, 2015 The Faithful are invited to join us as we walk a few of the local streets of East Gosford in procession with the Blessed Sacrament and a statue of Our Lady Help of Christians to outwardly express our love of Christ, present in the Blessed Sacrament, and our desire to proclaim this to others.

he Gosford Baha’i community is hosting a public devotional gathering in support of seven Baha’i leaders who have been imprisoned in Iran for the past seven years.

The Gosford Baha’i community has been participating in a week-long global campaign calling for the release of the seven prisoners. The theme of the campaign is Seven Days in Remembrance of Seven

Years for Seven Baha’i Leaders. The gathering will be held on Wednesday, May 20 at 54 Lushington St, East Gosford. According to a Gosford Baha’i Community media release, the five men and two women were members of the

ad hoc leadership group for the Baha’i community, Iran’s biggest non-Muslim religious minority. They were arrested in coordinated raids in 2008 and sentenced to 20-year prison terms. “As a community with

Baha’is from many cultural backgrounds, we feel great sympathy for the oppressed Baha’is and other victims of human rights abuse in Iran,” the media release said. “We call on those who feel similarly to make their views known.” Media release, 15 May 2015 Local Baha’i spiritual assembly

Out & About Planning underway for International Highland Dancing Festival

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Open day at eco village he Narara Eco Village is holding an open day on Saturday, May 30.

The eco village is operated by the Narara Eco Village Cooperative Ltd. The open day kicks off at 1:30pm when members of the Narara Eco Living Network will take groups around the land, explaining and pointing out the various key features. The eco village is situated at 25 Research Rd, Narara. Afternoon tea will be provided and there will be a presentation on the eco village project. The cost is $10 per person and $20 per couple or family but it is free to network members and voucher holders. Those attending the

The previous year’s winners

open day are also invited to attend a talk by guest speaker, Mr Andrew Olivier, on the Global Ecovillage Network (GEN). GEN is a network of sustainable communities and initiatives that bridge different cultures, countries and continents. A community dinner is being held at the conclusion of the day. The first meeting to plan the 2016 Ecoburbia festival is also being held on Saturday, May 30 at the Narara Eco Village. Newsletter, 18 May 2015 Narara Eco Living Network media

his year’s International Highland Dancing Festival will be held from July 24 to 27 in Niagara Park.

Nine judges from Australia, Scotland and Canada will be judging single age groups during the weekend’s events which also include the new, male only, sword challenge. Central Coast Highland Dancing will host its renowned Scottish Fling Gala at the Central Coast Youth Club in Niagara Park to open the Festival on Friday, July 24. A night full of Scottish entertainment, music and song and dance will be held featuring International Highland Dancing Choreography Challenge Duos, Trios and Groups. This year there are cash and prizes awarded to the

value of $20,000. Official Scottish Board of Highland Dancing president Mrs Shendl Russell said ‘The Internationals’ are firmly established as one of the elite events in the international highland dancing calendar.” She said the Choreography Challenge showcases the depth of creative talent across the Australian dancing community. “So rarely do we get the chance to break free from the confines of the traditional kilt and rigorous competitive dances, that when we do, we embrace it wholeheartedly and the results are quite

spectacular,” she said. “The diversity of themes, costumes and music is breathtaking and a true testament to the passion with which Australia has embraced highland dancing culture and contributed to its evolution.” The Scottish Fling Gala is open to the general public with corporate tables available and full bar services. There is also a meal option available and tickets can be purchased through the Central Coast Youth Club. Media release, 24 Mar 2015 Joshua Lucas, Dosh Public Relations

Presentation on funding of public media riends of the ABC Central Coast Branch will be hosting a presentation by Dr Fiona Martin at the Central Coast Leagues Club on Friday, May 22.

The presentation is titled Why Fund Public Media in an Age of Digital Plenty? “As more Australians consume their media online, conservatives argue that the economic case for funding the ABC and SBS has

disappeared,” according to Friends of the ABC Central Coast. “In this talk, Dr.Martin explores whether internet diversity spells the end for public service media, and what impact the national

broadcasters’ foray into digital media services might have on media competition.” Media release, 13 May 2015 Klaas Woldring, convenor, Friends of the ABC Central Coast

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Unprecedented injunction restraining Erina hairdresser

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Photographic exhibition showcases the Coast from above

he Federal Circuit Court has imposed an unprecedented injunction restraining a NSW hairdresser, who operates a business in Erina, from underpaying any staff he employs in the future.

The Court has also imposed penalties totalling $162,000, following legal action initiated by the Fair Work Ombudsman. Nelvin Nitesh Lal, who formerly ran hairdressing salons in Sydney and on the Central and South Coasts, has been fined $20,000. In addition, penalties amounting to $142,000 have been imposed against Lal’s businesses, including $80,000 against Erina business Hair Industrie Erina Pty Ltd. Lal could potentially face contempt of court proceedings for any further underpayments proven in Court. Acting Fair Work Ombudsman Michael Campbell said the injunction was sought in response to the Agency’s concern about a pattern of non-compliant behaviour. The Agency has received

a number of requests for assistance from young, vulnerable workers at Lal’s salons. “Young workers can be vulnerable if they are not fully aware of their rights or are reluctant to seek help, so we place a high priority on taking action to ensure their rights are protected,” Mr Campbell said. The Court found that four employees had been underpaid a total of more than $6,000, including an employee aged in her early 20s at Hair Industrie Erina was underpaid $4,189 as a result of being paid a flat weekly rate regardless of the hours she worked, which resulted in underpayment of her minimum wages and weekend and overtime penalty rates. The underpayments occurred at various periods of time between June 2012 and September 2013.

Workplace laws relating to issuing of payslips and responding to a Compliance Notice were also breached. The Court has ordered Lal’s companies to rectify the underpayments of the workers, who have not received any back-pay. Mr Campbell said Fair Work inspectors made extensive efforts to engage with Lal before placing the matter before the Court. “Unfortunately, we were not able to secure sufficient co-operation, which is not acceptable,” he said. “Our preference is to seek to work with employers to resolve issues co-operatively, but we will consider enforcement action when employers refuse to engage with inspectors.” Media release, 16 Apr 2015 Fair Work Ombudsman

Report sought on 5 Ways intersection

Photos from the exhibition

wo of Australia’s leading landscape photographers, Mr Glenn McKimmin and Mr Danny Irvine, have joined forces with members of Central Coast Tourism to deliver the first photographic exhibition showcasing the Coast from a bird’s eye angle.

‘Above the Coast’ will feature a series of aerial shots taken of many of the region’s iconic locations as well as a few hidden gems captured from 300 to 1,000 feet above sea level. The images were made possible thanks to the precision flying skills of Mr Matthew Quinlan, chief pilot from My Heli Helicopter Tours, one of the exhibition’s supporters. The exhibition was born from a vision to give locals a new perspective of the place they call home and prospective visitors a unique view of the Central Coast to entice them to take a closer look.

Mr McKimmin, the nephew of local landscape photographer, Mr Ken Duncan, said he and other professional colleagues have observed that people have started to become desensitised to the beauty of the region due to an oversaturation of stereotypical images taken at or close to ground level. “Producing the images for the exhibition became a defining moment for Danny and I when we realised this was the fresh perspective people needed to see. “Our aim with the exhibition is to remind Coasties why they first fell in love with the area and show

off the beauty of our region to the rest of the world,” said Mr McKimmin. ‘Above the Coast’ will be officially opened by Gosford mayor, Cr Lawrie McKinna on Friday, May 29 at an invitation-only launch. The exhibition will be open to the public at Got The Shot contemporary photographic gallery at 155 The Entrance Rd, Erina from Saturday, May 30 through to Saturday, June 13. Images will be available to purchase from the gallery. Media release, 19 May 2015 Phaedra Pym, Awaywithwords

osford Council will request, via the local Member for Gosford, that Roads and Maritime Services provide a written report to Council by June 30 about the benefits of the current layout at the intersection of Henry Parry Dr, Pemell St and the Pacific Highway in Wyoming (known as the 5 Ways).

Roads and Maritime Services will also be requested to provide an immediate report to Council about the impact that the intersection’s current layout is having on local road

safety. Council is especially concerned about safety issues with access to the nearby schools, hospital, NSW Fire and Rescue station and commercial and

residential properties, as well as traffic congestion issues in and around Laycock St. Media statement, 24 Mar 2015 Gosford Council Media

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Quarterly Meetings Mingaletta Aboriginal Torres First Thurs 6pm Dutton’s Tavern 161 4369 8053 Strait Islander Corporation Mann St, Gosford The Mingaletta community centre 0438 363 108 Gambling Solutions provides its members and other Gambling help counsellors provide community groups a meeting place free, confidential, professional service I AM LOST and referal hub for education, health, Deep Conversations & systematic to gamblers, family and friends. well-being and cultural programs exercises for understanding my self Available Woy Woy, Kincumber, through consultative services and & my place in life. - Gurdjieff Society Gosford, The Entrance. community programs. - Ancient and modern knowledge. 4344 7992 Mon-Fri 9am 4pm Thurs evening fortnightly 6 Sydney Ave Umina 0425 296 783 GROW - Grow Groups are small 4342 7515 www.gurdjieff.org.au friendly groups formed to learn how admin@mingaletta.com.au to overcome anxiety, depression, Rotary Club of and loneliness and improve mental Terrigal Fifty Plus Leisure and Gosford North health & wellbeing. 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We also provide Phillip House, 21 Old Mount Penang Specialist healthcare products training to volunteers and managers Rd (opp Shell) - Fri 7:15am delivered to your door, for all your of volunteers - Information Sessions 4340 4529 continence, wound care and “Bridge to Volunteering” Held regulary kersuebay@philliphouse.com.au respiratory and nutrition requirements across the Central Coast Professional Clinic 4329 7122 Seniors Computer Support available recruit@volcc.org.au Club Central Coast Inc. 1300 886 601 Beginners Class PC or Mac, Mon www.brightsky.com.au Wyoming or Tues. Other Classes Mon to Fri, Community Centre History Groups 10am to 12 md or 1pm to 3pm. Mthly Programs and activities incl. Yoga & Meeting with Guest Speaker, 1st Brisbane Water Monday of month. All at Kincumber Zumba classes, Art and Craft classes, Historical Society Playgroup & Vacation Care, Support Neighbourhood Centre. 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Music Brisbane Water Brass Brass Band entertainment for the community playing all types of popular music Rehearsal every Tuesday 7.30pm-10pm 0419 274 012 JAZZLEAGUE Live Jazz Bands - Come to listen, Come to dance Free - Every Sun Central Coast Leagues Club Gosford 2-5pm www.jazzleague.net Soundwaves Men’s acapella 4 part harmony chorus - all ages 7pm Mon Central Coast Leagues Club Kieran - 0407 267 675 khutton58@gmail.com jbthomson51@gmail.com Sydney Welsh Choir Cultural not for profit organisation performing at concerts and various venues to promotoe the Welsh culture with our singing, also performing for charity fund raising. 4369 3378

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Public Speaking Develop confidence by improving your speaking skills. Meetings are entertaining and educational. 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

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Historical society welcomes new committee risbane Waters Historical Society welcomed new committee members at its annual meeting held on Saturday, March 21.

All committee positions were declared vacant and the newly elected committee comprises Edith Campbell as president, Margaret Pearce as senior vice president, Shirley Rider and Tricia Scott as vice presidents, Cheryl Remfry as secretary, George Boettiger as treasurer and Kathleen Ness, Sandra Hunt-Sharman and Jim Wilson make up the

committee. Earl of Gosford Mr Charles Gosford and Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna were appointed patrons. Remaining in their appointed roles are Brian McCafferty as public officer, Margaret Pearce as publicity officer and Shirley Rider as newsletter editor. Ms Campbell welcomed and thanked the new

committee as well as recognised the members in appointed positions for their time and efforts. A short meeting took place following the appointments, with guest speaker Gwen Dundon giving a presentation on the history of East Gosford. Newsletter, 4 April 2015 Shirley Rider, Brisbane Waters Historical Society

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Avoca Lagoon erosion a major problem rosion issues at Avoca Lagoon have resulted in the installation of safety barriers in the vicinity of the Ficus Ave car park.

The community is being urged to avoid the area for safety reasons, according to Gosford Council. “The erosion issues are related to last month’s natural disaster, which caused Avoca Lagoon to exceed its flood levels due to ocean water entering it,” a Gosford Council media alert said. “Water levels in Avoca Lagoon continued to rise during the natural disaster until it began to flow out in response to the changing tide. “However, this natural

opening was to the south of where council usually and artificially opens the lagoon, and has caused the lagoon’s southern bank to start eroding. “The lagoon has remained open naturally since the natural disaster and due to the location of the channel, high velocity of the water flow, elevated ocean water level and large swell, the erosion continues to develop.” According to Gosford Council, it is not possible to artificially close the lagoon when it is flowing under

these conditions. The NSW south-east coastline is experiencing higher than usual water levels on top of current tide levels, which is contributing to the erosion at Avoca Lagoon. “Until the swell dissipates and the lagoon closes naturally, there is very limited action Council can take to rectify the situation,” the alert said. Council will continue to monitor the issue. Media alert, 15 May 2015 Gosford Council media

Council’s investment portfolio tops $145 million osford Council has received its February investment report which states there were no credit events in the Collateralised Debt Obligations (CDO) portfolio during the month.

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Thursday, May 21 Gosford Council grants drop in session, Mangrove Mountain Hall, 1:30pm to 3:30pm

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Tuesday, June 23 NAISDA Dance College mid-year concert, 6:30 pm

Wednesday, June 24 NAISDA Dance College mid-year concert, 12:00 pm and 6:30 pm

Sunday, June 7 Sunday, May 31 Gosford City Farmers’ Market, Gosford Racecourse, 8:00 am to 1:00pm Mangrove Mountain Country markets, Peats Ridge Public School, 9:00 am to 2:00pm Discovery Walks, Talks and Tours, 4WD Tagalong Uncovering the History of the Old Great North Road and Mangrove Creek in Dharug NP, 9:00am to 5:00 pm Five Lands Experience Ft. The Wondermen fundraiser for Nepal, The Rhythm Hut, Gosford

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term security from a locally based Authorised Deposittaking Institution (ADI) is expected to achieve above benchmark returns over the next three years,” the report says. “Council has a welldiversified portfolio with 92 per cent of the portfolio spread among the top three credit rating categories (A long term/A2 short term and higher). “It is expected that Council can continue to achieve above benchmark returns with prudent investment selection for its short and long term holdings. “As at 28 February 2015, Council’s investment iortfolio had a current market valuation of $145,317,368 or the hold to maturity value (face value) of $144,575,307. “Compared to January 2015, of the nine structured

securities and Floating Rate Notes held as at 28 February 2015, 100 per cent showed an increase in market value. “The net market value increase for the period was $57,109. “Council’s investment portfolio return outperformed the bank bill index benchmark during the month (4.28 per cent per annum versus 2.76 per cent per annum). “Council’s portfolio will continue to outperform if no more credit events are recorded in the structured security portfolio. “Without market-tomarket influences, Council’s investment portfolio yielded 3.46 per cent per annum during the month,” the report states. Gosford Council agenda CEO.6, 24 Mar 2015

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The Storm took to their grand final rematch against the Wyong Roos with tremendous vigour, running out comfortable 28 to 6 winners to record their first win of the new season. Following a scoreless opening quarter hour, the game suddenly tilted the Storm’s way when powerful forwards, Suli Hakalo and Jake Grimley, took turns in charging through the meat of the Wyong defence to career away for long-distance tries. The Gosford Kariong U10(1)s maintained their winning start to the season with an impressive 18-12 victory over Northern Lakes. Tries to Jackson Pennell and Zac Campbell had the home team leading Northern Lakes by an even dozen at the break.

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Lisarow Sporting Precinct ofﬁcially opened osford City mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna was joined by Member for Dobell Ms Karen McNamara and Member for The Entrance Mr David Mehan on Thursday, April 30, to officially open the $5 million Lisarow Sporting Precinct.

The sporting precinct includes three new sportsgrounds, state of the art irrigation and floodlighting systems, a shared cycleway and footpath as well as a community facilities building and wetland education platform. Mayor Cr McKinna said the new precinct, located on The Ridgeway opposite Lisarow High School, was a unique multi-purpose facility that the community deserved. “I’m very proud that Council was able to devote $2.6 million towards the Lisarow Sporting Precinct,” mayor Cr McKinna said. “This precinct gives the local community, Gosford City residents and the wider Central Coast even more access to a variety of recreational and sporting opportunities. “The facility will be used by Central Coast Oztag, the Central Coast Cricket Association and Niagara Park Junior AFL, as well as local school groups, particularly Lisarow High School. “Importantly, it

encourages an active and healthy lifestyle,” he said. The Australian Government’s Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development also provided $2.5 million in funding for the project through its Regional Development Australia Fund. The NSW Government supported the project as well, with $50,000 granted through the NSW Office of Sport and Recreation’s Facility Grant Program. “The overall project has also played an important role in enhancing the local environment by protecting the existing wetland and endangered ecological communities,” mayor Cr McKinna added. “Council, in partnership with Lisarow High School students, have formed a bush regeneration group which is committed to the ongoing protection and enhancement of the environment surrounding the precinct.” Media release, 30 Apr 2015 Gosford Council media

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Mariners new captain to lead against Mariners all stars he Central Coast Mariners have confirmed that Nick Montgomery has been named club captain for the Hyundai A-League 2015/16 campaign and is faced with a unique first test as skipper on Saturday, May 23.

Outgoing Club Captain, John Hutchinson (Hutch), handed his close mate Montgomery the Captain’s Armband on Tuesday, May 19. In a unique sequence of events, ‘Monty’ is now faced with the challenge of facing off against Hutch in his testimonial match on Saturday, May 23. The match will see a host of Mariners legends return to the Central Coast to take on Montgomery and his Mariners. Montgomery arrived on the Central Coast in the lead up to the 2012/13 Championship winning season and has been a mainstay in the centre of the park since joining the club from Sheffield United. The 33-year-old made over 300 appearances for ‘The Blades’, including a season in the English Premier League. After becoming a Club Legend at Sheffield United, ‘Monty’ arrived on the Central Coast to link with the Mariners and has made 72 Hyundai A-League appearances for the yellow and navy. “It’s a great honour to be named Captain, coming here, Hutch took me in and has looked after me the last couple of years and I’ve got some massive boots to fill,” Montgomery said. “I’ve been here for three years now, I’ve lived and breathed the culture of this club and Hutch has been a great leader. “Taking the man [Hutchinson] down, that’s what I’ll be trying to do this weekend so that will be fun. “I’ve played with him for three years but it will be nice to play against him on Saturday. “Hopefully I can give the armband the credit it deserves,” Montgomery said. Hutchinson noted Montgomery as the ideal man to lead the Mariners into battle next season. “For me it’s the best choice,” Hutchinson said. “First and foremost he’s a family man and a great leader in the change room.

John Hutchinson hands over the captain's armband to Nick Montgomery

“You could see when he first came in, you could see how much experience and leadership he brought to the club, he fitted in well with the team culture and the biggest part about Monty is that he’s a team player. “Nothing’s above him and as a captain you’ve got to give everything and that’s what Monty’s about. “He’s a great man and he’s the best man for the job,” Hutchinson said. Head Coach Tony Walmsley, who also spent time at Sheffield United, credited Monty as a natural successor for the Mariners captaincy. “If you’re looking for a player to lead by example, Monty is it,” Walmsley said. “His work ethic is well known, he’s been captain before at a very big club so he understands the responsibility that goes with it,” he said. “Monty is a humble guy, a very hard working guy. “He comes from the north of England and he’s had to work incredibly hard, so he carries that with him. “Because of the character that he is, he demands the same of everyone around him,” Walmsley said. John Hutchinson’s first 11 for the testimonial match on Saturday, May 23 at Pluim Park includes some old Mariners’ favourites: Danny Vukovic, Andrew Clark, Tony Vidmar, Chris Doig, Nigel Boogard, Michael Beauchamp, Patrick Zwaanswijk, Dean Heffernan, Matthew Osman, Vuko Tomasevic, Matthew Crowell, Andre Gumprecht, Rostyn Griffiths, Sasho Petrovski, Tom Pondeljak, Nik Mrdja, Bernie Ibini, Mile Sterjovski, Adam Kwasnik, Matthew Simon and John Hutchinson

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Wins for Terrigal, Avoca, Gosford and Kariong rugby sides n a physical encounter at Heazlett Park, Avoca Beach and Ourimbah put on a top class game of rugby on Saturday, May 16.

Avoca Beach got off to another great start and hung on to win 24 to 18. After just 30 minutes of play, Avoca found themselves ahead 15 to 0 with three good tries through the hands of their backline. The Sharks put on an impressive, hard and fast start to the match and this would prove enough to hold Ourimbah out. A penalty goal on halftime sent Avoca to the break up 18 to 0 and full of confidence. Ourimbah had other ideas and swung the momentum of the game in their direction early in the second half. A penalty goal, and then a try to Brett Marchant in his return to the top grade, made the score 18 to 10. The game then went to and fro for some time as each team tried to get on top. A penalty goal apiece took the score to 21 to 13. Ourimbah were then able to get a lot more ball in hand, and dominated the play closing the gap with a try to reserve Isaac HardingDavis, to make the score 21 to 18. The Razorbacks thought they were on the verge of a

great comeback, but they made a few crucial errors and the game swayed back into Avoca’s favour. A penalty goal close to full-time sealed the Avoca win, 24 to 18. Avoca’s flanker, Emile Thomas, had another strong game, really putting his mark on every play he was a part of. He was well supported by his second rower, Elliott Dawkins, while the Avoca half-back Sam Fortey organised his side well. Their winger, Daniel Aguirre-Acevedo made some crucial metres for his side. The win moves Avoca Beach up the ladder while it gives Ourimbah three losses in a row which is certainly not how they wanted to start 2015’s season. Terrigal remain undefeated with a win over The Entrance, at The Haven. The final scoreline was 78 points to three. The Trojans ran in 12 tries in a dominant display over the Rams who gave it their all, but never threatened the home side. Terrigal had two very consistent halves, leading 38 to three at the break and continuing their impressive play right until full-time.

LAT 33° 51’ S - LONG 151° 14’ E - TIME ZONE - 1000 Times and Heights(m) of high and low waters

Time - Height(m)

Add one hour to the times below when Daylight Saving is in force

WED - 20 0316 - 0.23 0923 - 1.65 1519 - 0.35 2140 - 1.94 SAT - 23 0617 - 0.52 1222 - 1.32 1753 - 0.74 TUE - 26 0158 - 1.47 0844 - 0.62 1506 - 1.34 2053 - 0.83 FRI - 29 0452 - 1.41 1102 - 0.57 1734 - 1.56 2353 - 0.66 MON - 1 0120 - 0.51 0709 - 1.44 1258 - 0.52 1930 - 1.79

THU - 21 0442 - 0.38 1045 - 1.41 1620 - 0.60 2245 - 1.82 SUN - 24 0015 - 1.63 0705 - 0.57 1314 - 1.30 1845 - 0.79 WED - 27 0258 - 1.42 0932 - 0.61 1600 - 1.40 2200 - 0.79 SAT - 30 0541 - 1.42 1143 - 0.55 1814 - 1.64 TUE - 2 0200 - 0.45 0752 - 1.45 1336 - 0.51 2008 - 1.85

FRI - 22 0530 - 0.45 1133 - 1.36 1705 - 0.67 2330 - 1.73 MON - 25 0102 - 1.54 0754 - 0.61 1409 - 1.31 1945 - 0.83 THU - 28 0358 - 1.41 1019 - 0.60 1650 - 1.48 2301 - 0.73 SUN - 31 0038 - 0.58 0626 - 1.43 1220 - 0.53 1851 - 1.72 WED - 3 0242 - 0.40 0835 - 1.45 1417 - 0.50 2048 - 1.89

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

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

Best for the home side were Alec Herridge at fiveeight, flanker Sam Kenny and winger Tim Walton. Gosford played some consistent rugby to defeat Hornsby at Gosford Showground by 41 points to 17. In a free-flowing game of rugby, the Red Devils ran in six tries to win their first home game of 2015. It was a tight start with Gosford gaining the lead with an early try to number eight, Taumei Hikila after a barnstorming run up the field. Hornsby hit back quickly through some great backline play. A clever kick over the top by five-eight Josh Reid put Gosford’s Tim Hill in for their second try, but again Hornsby retaliated with another impressive try from a penalty tap deep within their own half. After 20 minutes of fast rugby, Hornsby led 12-10. Gosford dominated the set piece throughout the match, winning many tight heads in the scrum and stealing many lineouts. Through these victories on the field, the Gosford side were able to build pressure on the Hornsby pack and though they kept making breaks, errors were sneaking into the Hornsby play which kept the score the same for a long period of time. Two lineout steals by Gosford lock, Luke Hennig gave his side the field position they wanted and led to prop, Simote Lauti crashing over just before half-time. This took Gosford into the break leading 17 to 10.

The open style of the match meant both sides believed either could claim a win. Gosford’s forwards were certainly messing up the Hornsby ball and providing their own backs with the opportunities to score points. It was Gosford who took charge in the second half, scoring 24 unanswered points to claim a comfortable win in the end. Gosford worked very hard not to let Hornsby get any space or give their electrifying backline any opportunity to run the ball. It was this great effort along with their dominance in the set piece that gave Gosford their fourth win of 2015. Number eight, Taumei Hikila, was very impressive in his first top grade match for the Red Devils, as was lock, Mitch Cornwell, both of whom made metres aplenty every time they ran the ball. Kariong caused an upset defeating Warnervale 31 to 13 at Woongarrah Oval. The win to Kariong wasn’t a complete shock but for them to win by 18 points was a surprise for local rugby fans. Kariong’s fullback, Mitch Clay, was almost unstoppable in his side’s victory, scoring a try of his own while having a hand in all four others. His display of skills was impressive and he certainly lifted his side to their second win of the season. It’s a real turnaround from 2014 for the Wanderers who are proving to be a thorn in the side of everyone they’ve played so far. Email, 16 May 2015 Larry Thomson, Central Coast Rugby Union

No. 1 Pennant Final to be a David and Goliath battle

Aron Sherriff steers Ettalong Memorial into Zone Pennant finals

he much-improved Terrigal grade one bowls side will go head to head against the star studded Ettalong Memorial Club team in the battle for the “Crown of the Coast” at the Coast Pennant Finals at The Entrance on Saturday, May 30.

The Ettalong Memorial BC juggernaut rewrote the record books when it powered its way into Central Coast 2015 Pennant finals with four out of its 10 sides assured of a place in the ones, twos, threes and fours finals, according to Mr Kevin Dring from Bowls Central Coast. Ettalong also has a side in the Fives Round Robin final series and two sides contesting the semi-finals in grade six. “It is a record breaking performance for any club to be represented in four of the seven grade finals and it could even be six out of seven, if the grade five and six semi-finals go their way,” Mr Dring said. Tense clashes are

expected across all seven grades at The Greens The Entrance on Saturday, May 30, commencing at 12:00pm. “For any sports-minded person, the day will be full of excitement and tension as bowlers put their season and reputations on the line. Grade 5 is a three way round robin final series between Ettalong Memorial, The Greens The Entrance and the undefeated Ourimbah Lisarow RSL side. Winners of the respective grades will contest the State Final Series at various venues around the State from Saturday, August 1 until Monday, August 3. Email, 18 May 2015 Kevin Dring, Bowls Central Coast

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Sport

Coast Community News - May 20, 2015 - Page 23

Multiple podium ﬁnishes for Gosford Sailing Club yachts

Athletes to represent NSW

Green Point Christian College students Dominique Armstrong, Isabella Jones, Petro Heese, and Liam Ferguson

our athletes from Green Point Christian College will head to the Gold Coast to compete in the National Christian School Games, commencing Sunday, May 17.

F Some of the sailors aboard Eggsilante

osford Sailing Club (GSC) was well represented at this year’s Sail Port Stephens regatta held from April 13 to 19.

The club had three yachts competing in the lead-in race on April 12 from Newcastle to Port Stephens and five competing in the two series regatta held over six days. The three race Commodore Cup series was held first with a competitive fleet of 41 yachts in two divisions. Racing with the GSC pennant in division two was Eggsilante (John Egger), Even Finer (Geoff Dilworth), Inception (John Sprague), Jia (Chris Bebb), Kelsea Blue (Adrian Williams) and Koko (Roy and Liz Leslie). Weather conditions varied over the three races from near perfect for the iconic Three Islands race to very light winds for

race two, however, all the Gosford yachts acquitted themselves well in this series. Kelsea Blue produced some good results, finishing second and third on handicap in individual races and a third in the overall Commodore Cup series. The second race series, the Port Stephens trophy, had GSC yachts in both Performance Racing and Cruising divisions. Roy and Liz Leslie with Koko competed in the performance racing division against some highly competitive racing yachts and produced good results with a second and a fourth on handicap in the five race series to finish with a creditable sixth overall.

In the three race Performance Cruising division two series, GSC again had some outstanding results, Eggsilante with John Egger won the light weather race two on handicap, John Sprague’s Inception went into the last race leading a tight series following two fourths, finished fourth in the series on handicap. Kelsea Blue (Adrian Williams) finished second over the line and on handicap in the last race and a creditable sixth in the series. Media release, 20 Apr 2015 Adrian Williams, Gosford Sailing Club

Isabella Jones, Petro Heese and Liam Ferguson (from year eight) along with Dominique Armstrong (year 11) will be representing the college and NSW. Isabella and Dominique will be competing on track in the athletics meet and Petro and Liam will be competing

in the swimming. According to Green Point Christian College, the games are an opportunity to build connections with students in Christian schools from around Australia as well as to compete at a national level. “They will be staying in

an amazing sports centre that will cater for all of their training and preparation needs,” the school’s newsletter said. Newsletter, 14 May 2015 Ms Debra Walls, principal, Green Point Christian College

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