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Demolition work constantly delayed by asbestos removal

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65.7 per cent of Central Coast voters put in a yes vote

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he results are in on the Same Sex Marriage Survey, with 61 per cent of Australians voting to expand the definition of marriage to include two consenting adults, regardless of gender.

Rubble on the site of the former Gosford Youth Centre on the corner of Baker St and Georgiana Terrace where more asbestos has been found Photo: Justin Stanley

entral Coast’s Deputy Mayor, Clr Chris Holstein, wants Council staff to explain why the demolition of the Waterside development site that spans Gosford’s Baker St, Mann St and Georgiana Terrace has continued to be such a stop-start affair. “We are asking questions now on why, on the old Spurbest site, there is a stop and start on the demolition,”

Clr Holstein said. “I saw a couple of months ago they started to demolish and that has now stopped,” he said. “I have asked the staff why. “Is this stop and go a delaying tactic to put back doing something with the site?” he said. Mr Cain King from CKDS Architectural services said the demolition delays were due to the discovery of asbestos. “It hasn’t stopped, but we have needed to attend to WorkCover and Council

requirements to remove the asbestos, and that has been causing the delays,” Mr King said. “It seems like each step uncovers more asbestos on the site and I would not expect WorkCover or Council to behave with any less than due diligence about its removal,” he said. “The demolition work has uncovered more asbestos in the Froggys site and in the former youth centre building,” he said. Continued P6

Central Coast voters put in a 65.7 per cent yes vote compared to a NSW average of just 57.8 per cent, making both the Central Coast federal electoral divisions of Dobell and Robertson among the more pro-equality electorates in the State. The largest pro vote in the state of NSW was Sydney CBD, where 81 per cent of voters voted ‘yes’, while, in a surprising result, Parramatta

was among the electorates that recorded a 61 per cent ‘no’ vote. All states and territories recorded a majority ‘yes’ response: 133 of the 150 Federal Electoral Divisions recorded a majority ‘yes’ response, and 17 of the 150 Federal Electoral Divisions recorded a majority ‘No’ response. Member for Robertson, Ms Lucy Wicks, indicated that she would respect the vote of her electorate, despite voting ’no’ in the survey. In a twitter question with local SeaFM radio journalist, Emma Horn, Ms Wicks tweeted: “Hi Emma, you’re right, I voted no. “After 10:00am, if the Australian people say yes, I will respect and reflect the decision and say yes to facilitate a bill

through Parliament,” Ms Wicks said. “I’d ask others to respect the result too - whatever way Australia decides.” The national participation rate was high, as nearly 8 out of 10 eligible Australians (79.5%) expressed their view. The survey was undertaken by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) rather than the Electoral Commission, as it is officially a non binding survey rather than a binding plebiscite. The link to the ABS website for the marriage survey is marriagesurvey.abs.gov.au/ results/ Source: Website, Nov 15 Australian Bureau of Statistics Twitter account, Lucy Wicks Dave Abrahams, data analysis

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General, Ms Lee Shearer. “As the mayor, I have met with the coordinator general,” she said. “My understanding is that her role is primarily to implement the priority actions, there are nine priority actions in the regional plan. “There is a degree of coordination and cooperation and I think that is a good thing, I think we do need to have that cooperation.” Clr Smith also answered questions about the consolidated Local Environmental Plan, the Mangrove Mountain Landfill, the Government Architect’s blueprint for the Gosford CBD and the future of the Coastal Open Spaces System.

n the latest Central Coast Newspapers’ video news, Central Coast Mayor, Clr Jane Smith, said she believed Council meetings needed to be more frequent than monthly.

“I think there is a general view amongst the councillors that we would like more than a monthly meeting,” Clr Smith said. “So we are starting to have that conversation and I would expect that at the November meeting on November 27, there would be a motion to increase the number of meetings to two per month,” she said. “We are still discussing the days of the week, as the Monday is not

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the preferred option for everybody. “So again, we are trying to field some other days of the week. “I am expecting to go to two meetings per month and it may be a different day.” Clr Smith also answered questions about the relationship between Central Coast Council and the region’s Coordinator

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Committee calls for marketing for the Peninsula The Peninsula Tourism Committee has called on the Central Coast’s new tourism marketing and industry services agency, Affinity, to organise packages and campaigns that will specifically support tourism on the Peninsula The committee is a sub-group of the Peninsula Chamber of Commerce and includes Mr Larry Altavilla from the Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort, Mr Bill Jackson from the Ettalong Diggers Memorial Club, Ms Sue Fowler from Woy Woy Deep Water Plaza and Mr Justin Sheppard from the Ocean Beach Tourist Resort. Committee chair Mr Altavilla said he had not had any direct contact from Affinity since their appointment in June but he was looking forward to their first Tourism Industry Update due on October 24. Affinity Partnership, a consortium of three organisations, was awarded a two-year contract by Central Coast Council with an annual budget of $800,000 and an official start date of July 1. The new group replaces Central Coast Tourism, which had been responsible for promoting the region, jointly funded by the former Gosford and Wyong Councils, for over 20 years. “We want to see that money being spent on promotion and that, in turn, will deliver more people to stay in our resorts and visit our area,” Mr Altavilla said. Mr Altavilla said he used a mixture of online promotion, referrals and direct marketing to existing clients to ensure a low vacancy rate at his own venue. “The Affinity promotions have to be along the same lines as what we do but with other mediums including television and radio advertising,” he said. He said he did not believe region-wide promotions of the Central Coast would help the businesses on the Peninsula who depended on strong spending from holiday makers and day trippers

throughout the year. “I think the marketing will need to be segmented by micro locations to get the full effect,” he said. “They are engaged to represent the Central Coast but their efforts will be fragmented if not focused on geographical areas by doing packages and campaigns around those areas.” One segment of Affinity’s first Tourism Industry Update will be the announcement of a new industry services program. Mr Altavilla said, if Affinity wished to get support for the program from the Ettalong resort, it would need to “basically establish and identify the market and how they will deliver results and that would mean delivering an audience and get people coming to our business and our venue,” he said. “It was very hard to measure results when Central Coast Tourism was on board because it was all about justifying each of their positions. “Our core business is midweek over 50s packages and day trippers who mainly come from Sydney, Newcastle and the Hunter Valley. “New promotions to Sydney’s Northern Beaches would be a good idea so they can get on the ferry and come directly to our area but I don’t think there is any need to do marketing further afield,” he said. Mr Altavilla said he would be prepared to give Affinity time to settle in to the role before expecting measurable results from any of its strategies or campaigns. “Any new organisation coming in to a new role needs at least 12 months before it could produce results or even produce a strategy to have ready to put in place. “The first thing it needs to do is consider who is going to want to come and stay,” he said. SOURCE: Media release, 11 Oct 2017 Russell Mills, Affinity Partnership Interview, 11 Oct 2017 Larry Altavilla, Peninsula Tourism Committee Reporter: Jackie Pearson

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undreds of c o n c e r n e d residents packed out the Davistown Progress Hall on October 11, when a public meeting was held to discuss the sale of Tidal Shoals.

Grant to continue waterway cleaning The Clean4Shore program has received a $250,000 grant to continue cleaning local waterways. This program, which aims to protect, enhance, rehabilitate or restore ecosystems and natural habitats, control or eradicate weeds and invasive species and conserve biological diversity, has been successful in helping maintain the overall health of local waterways, including lagoons, Brisbane Water and the Lower Hawkesbury River, according to Central Coast mayor Cr Jane Smith. Cr Smith said the Council was pleased with the announcement of the grant by Federal Member

for Robertson, Ms Lucy Wicks, and welcomed the opportunity to continue its working relationship with Clean4Shore for the next three years. “Our environment is a unique and delicate biological infrastructure requiring ongoing care and maintenance to ensure it long term health and prosperity,” Clr Smith said. “This program, with its focus on involving the community, including school students and local volunteers, not only helps deliver cleaner waterways but also provides ongoing education and training for locals invested in preserving our wonderful natural environment.”

In addition to the program’s focus on preserving the coastal waterways habitats, Clean4Shore actively promoted and recognised the role of indigenous people in conserving biological diversity, promoted and encouraged ecologically sustainable practices and facilitated adaptation to climate change, she said. “Central Coast Council is committed to delivering a vibrant and sustainable community for all its residents and this funding announcement for the Clean4Shore program supports this vision,” Cr Smith said. SOURCE: Media release, 6 Oct 2017 Jane Smith, Central Coast Council

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Tidal Shoals is19.2 hectares of Davistown-Saratoga wetlands, with an estimated development value of $124 million, slated for auction on October 24 in Sydney. During the meeting, the community discussed the environmental implications, the potential population and infrastructure impacts of the sale and development of the wetlands, and the community’s vision for the future of the land. Meeting convenor, Ms JoAnne Lloyd, said the purpose of the meeting was to bring the sale of Tidal Shoals to the community’s attention, and to enshrine the current zoning of the wetlands so that they might never come under the risk of development. “I want to make it clear that we have no objection whatsoever to the land owner selling his land,” Ms Lloyd said. “What the community is concerned about, and the point of the meeting, are one and the same, the preservation of the wetlands,” she continued. As Ms Lloyd noted, the matter is complicated by the land’s ambiguous zoning. Currently the wetlands are listed under a Deferred Matter zoning by Central Coast Council. A Deferred Matter zoning is normally applied to sites earmarked for Council’s Coastal Open Space System, but also stipulates that rules applied to the land under the Local Environmental Plan (LEP) still apply until a new environmental zone is established.

Standing room only during the community meeting at Davistown Hall to discuss the future of the wetlands

This zoning should mean the wetlands retain their former 7a zoning of Environmental Conservation Land, which protects them from major development, residential or commercial, but some real estate agents believe that the land could be zoned as R2 Low Density Residential. It is understood that some of the land is already zoned for residential development. Ms Lloyd said the community was “very concerned” about the way Tidal Shoals had been advertised and marketed, and said that there was little to no community consultation regarding the sale, which prompted the meeting. “We know that the wetlands contain the endangered Golden Green Bell Frogs as well as a population of Bush Stone Curlews, and a number of other flora, fauna and ecosystems that these important saltmarshes support,” Ms Lloyd said. “Environmentally, if this was

not reason enough for the land to remain protected under 7a zoning, there is also the matter of flooding and water flow and management in Davistown and the Brisbane Water that would need to be studied if the land was filled in and developed,” Ms Lloyd said. During the meeting, members of the community also raised concerns regarding the impact that potential development would have on Davistown’s infrastructure. “There is one access road in and out of Davistown, the area is known to flood on occasion and our basic infrastructure just couldn’t cope with a development to the scale of the land on offer,” Ms Lloyd said. Central Coast Mayor, Clr Jane Smith, and the land owner, Mr Tony Altavilla, both attended the meeting. “Clr Smith told us that while she personally supported the idea of the land being preserved, we can’t rely on

Council to just wave a wand and purchase the land. “Mr Altavilla also spoke at the meeting, but we could not get him to postpone the auction. “Ideally, we would love to see the auction postponed so that the community, Council and Mr Altavilla could work together to come to an agreement that everyone is happy with, but Mr Altavilla made it clear that this would not be happening,” Ms Lloyd said. Following the meeting, a new committee was formed to liaise with all three levels of government and the community. The new committee has since started a petition to preserve the 7a zoning which has already received more than 700 signatures. “We will present this petition to our local politicians and to Council. “Our goal now is engaging with all three levels of

government to secure the funds needed to keep the land in public hands and away from overseas developers. “Again, I want to stress that the community have no objection to the land being sold. “What we’re trying to do is to ensure that these lands remain environmentally protected and sensitive, regardless of whether they’re sold or not sold. “We would love to see Council or the state buy the land and put it back in public hands. “Gosford Council understood the environmental significance of these wetlands and we hope that local, state or federal government will come through and see these lands rezoned and protected,” Ms Lloyd said. The new committee is now compiling evidence as to why the site should remain a protected zone in the lead up to the sale. “As a community, we need to ensure that those wetlands and zonings are protected, if not heightened,” Ms Lloyd concluded. The controversial sale is being handled by One Agency Platinum. “Quietly nestled amongst the cycle ways, boardwalks and mangroves, this curated collective of unique land spans across eight separate titles alongside the magical Davistown foreshore community,” the One Agency listing read. “On offer, is close to 47.5 acres, or almost 200,000 square metres of undeveloped land, exclusively featuring over 400 metres of picturesque waterfront reserve. “These aggregated sites offer an uncompromising, quality lifestyle for the boating and waterways enthusiast, and with endless potential development opportunities. “What makes this opportunity

so unique is how the offering has been positioned. “Currently in Davistown, undeveloped land is priced at a blended average of $650 per square metre. “There are currently no sites on the market, nor will there ever be anything of this magnitude offered again. “With a bidding guide and an estimate set at $10 million, this presents exceptional value for money, affording the opportunity for an astute investor or syndicate to secure a scenic investment. “In today’s marketplace, the land holding’s face value is in excess of $124 million, and with an annual capital growth rate of 8.09 per cent, it doesn’t take a genius to comprehend the net yield potential”, the sales listing said. “Individual lot allocations are either currently zoned R2 or 7a for deferred matters. “A development precedent in Davistown was set in 1992 by Living Choice which built the Alloura Waters Retirement Village, which houses approximately 300 residents across 200 apartments and villas, which lies adjacent to Tidal Shoals’ primary site along the same coastal stretch. “The time has come, and with it lies the chance to purchase an almost 10 per cent landholding within a vibrant community with a relaxed neighbourly appeal just north of Sydney,” the listing read. The six parcels of land are located in Lillipilli St, Pine Ave, Kincumber Cres and Malinya Rd, and contain endangered estuarine saltmarsh. Source: Website, Oct 16 CommercialRealestate.com.au/ Tidal Shoals Davistown NSW Interview, Oct 18 Jo-Anne Lloyd, Davistown Dilon Luke, journalist

Protest rally planned for coal mine assessment hearing he community is gearing up, for the third time, to give evidence to the NSW P l a n n i n g A s s e s s m e n t Commission (PAC) that the proposed Wallarah 2 coal mine will have an unacceptable impact on human health and the Central Coast’s major water catchment supply district.

The Dooralong and Yarramalong Valleys, under which the mine is proposed to operate, are the major drinking water resource for the entire Central Coast. Australian Coal Alliance (ACA) executive member, Mr Mike Campbell, said: “It really is a no-brainer, coal mining and water resources don’t mix. “In NSW alone, more than 37 river and stream systems have been so badly compromised from long wall coal mining that they either no longer exist, or the water is so badly polluted that it is no longer potable,” Mr Campbell said. “The protection of our vital water resources is paramount, yet the NSW Government has for too long put the interests of the coal mining industry before the needs of all communities to have

Mr Alan Hayes (right) from the Australian Coal Alliance says Gladys Berejiklian should honour the promise of former Premier, Barry O’Farrell access to an unpolluted and guaranteed drinking water supply from catchment areas. “The community wants nothing more than the Liberal Government to honour its ironclad promise, made both in public and in writing, as Liberal Party Policy, to legislate not to allow mining in the Wyong water catchment valleys. “The community is both resilient and steadfast in its ﬁght to protect the drinking water and community health from the draconian and unacceptably destructive impacts of a longwall

coal mine in the middle of our community. “If Wallarah 2 believes that they will wear us down, they are mistaken. “We will not go away.” The PAC Hearing will be held from 9:00am on Friday, November 3, at the Wyong Golf Club. The Australian Coal Alliance will be holding a protest rally, commencing at 8:00am, in front of the golf club. “The community is invited to attend and voice their concern and let the PAC know that water and heath is sacrosanct,” Mr Campbell said. “This will be the third

time, under the miner’s current Development Application, that the community will have appeared before the PAC,” said Australian Coal Alliance (ACA) spokesperson, Mr Alan Hayes. “On the previous two occasions the PAC found that the proponent had not sufﬁciently dealt with various matters, in particular being able to protect the water and provide a supplementary town water supply in all climatic conditions,” Mr Hayes said. “The Department of Planning and

Infrastructure (DPI) has conceded, albeit tacitly, that there will be a loss of water from the catchment, which would impact on the urban water supply,” he said. “The Liberal Government and its planning department continue to show an unwavering bias toward the coal industry, trying to convince the community that putting water resources at risk of being lost is still in their best interests. “Objectivity, which is a criteria of the mining assessment process, is pushed aside for a

subjective approach that continually favours the mine proponent. “This has been the ongoing problem that the community campaign opposing the Wallarah 2 coal project has had to tolerate. “Don’t let the truth and evidence get in the way of a good story. “The DPI has again recommended to the PAC that the mine could be approved and claims that it is in the public interest. “This is despite overwhelming public opposition to the project and that, at the previous two PAC hearings, it was accepted that the mining company’s economic claims did not stack up and the mining company had not been able to guarantee it could meet the water criteria,” Mr Hayes said. Mr Rod Campbell, director of leading economic think tank, the Australia Institute, said to the PAC in April, that “if the mining company’s claims were to be accepted, it would be the cheapest mine to build and operate in the world, a claim that is not tenable.”

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A proposal to redevelop the Woy Woy Sporties bowling club on the corner of Brickwharf Road and North Burge Road has been amended and resubmitted to Central Coast Council. The amended application, submitted by Woy Woy Holdings Pty Ltd, owners of the club, has already stimulated opposition from the club’s residential neighbours who intend to mount a concerted campaign to stop it from going ahead. Brick Wharf Rd resident Mr Ross Cochrane said he had already written to all 15 councillors to voice his concerns about the development. The latest proposal has reduced the number of seniors’ housing units from 87 to 63, spread over four storeys instead of ﬁve. Mr Cochrane said he, and his neighbours, believed the proposal was “exactly the same but one level less so barely any difference”. “There are so many questions about the new application,” Mr Cochrane said. “The proposal released a couple of months ago showed the land as zoned RE2 but in the letter we received from Council on Monday, October 23, it has been rezoned R2 so I have asked for clariﬁcation of how that can happen,” he said. According to documents submitted in support of the proposal, the site is zoned RE2 Private Recreation and R2 Low Density Residential. ‘It has also been my understanding that the front diagonal half of the bowling greens has always been Councilowned land leased to the club until 2027 but the developer has now put in an application that shows residential units on that land so how could it have been sold if it was community land? “I am not opposed to development but not four storeys and at least keep one bowling green for the community. “We have so few community facilities left, I would hate to see another public facility gone

An artist's impression of the residential ﬂat buildings

because it won’t be rebuilt. “The club was originally built on community land but then it got into ﬁnancial trouble and the current owner purchased it for little more than land value,” he said. The latest proposal was submitted to Council on October 16 and given a value of just over $30.3 million, down from $37.2 million. The redeveloped site would include seniors’ housing independent living units, a new Woy Woy Sporties Club, retail tenancies and a basement car

park with 136 spaces. The site would include two residential flat buildings and one mixed-use building with shared basement carparking and a basement bowling green. The gross floor area of the existing building is 1235 square metres and the gross floor area of the proposed new building would be 9905 square metres, according to the application to Council. A report lodged on behalf of the developer in support of their plans said: “The proposal is an opportunity to invest in and

upgrade the existing site and will complement recent growth and development in Woy Woy. “The development responds to population growth and the need for additional, high quality accommodation for seniors in proximity to the town centre of Woy Woy,” the report said. “The proposal is compatible with recent inﬁll development and the desired future character of the area.” The developer has also argued their proposal would stimulate the local economy, complement

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nearby commercial developments and provide employment opportunities during and after construction. The owner proposes to retain the Sporties Club as part of the new development, arguing that it has been trading at a loss. “The proposed redevelopment will therefore enable retention of the club within a new building and ensure its long term financial viability through the co-location of compatible seniors housing and cafe tenancies,” the report supporting the proposal said. “The proposed Woy Woy Sporties will be orientated to the north east with views towards Brisbane Water and the Lions Park. “The proposal will include a bistro, auditorium, entertaining areas, deck and ‘all-weather’ bowling green. “The club will be accessed from North Burge Rd and will have facilities to accommodate 350 people. “The proposal is setback from the waterfront and will not cause substantive view loss or privacy issues for nearby residential developments.” The proposal includes five retail tenancies and associated bathrooms which, according to the developer, were approved by Gosford Council in December 2014. According to the report submitted in support of the development, the maximum building height will be 14.3 metres and the Council has not adopted a maximum building height for the site. However, some of the land is located in a zone that has a maximum building height of 8.5 metres. The developer held a Pre-DA meeting with Council officers prior to submitting their local application but the minutes from that meeting have not been made available to the public. SOURCES: Interview, 25 Oct 2017 Ross Cochrane, Woy Woy Gosford DA Tracker website, 25 Oct 2017 DA53119/2017 Reporter: Jackie Pearson

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Government rejects call for Commission of Inquiry into the Mangrove Mountain Landfill and that the EPA is being investigated by ICAC, but it’s vital that all questions are answered about how this terrible situation was allowed to happen in the first place and continue for so long,” Ms Tesch said. “While an ICAC investigation will hopefully unearth corrupt behaviour, it won’t advise recommendations on process or policy changes that need to occur to ensure this doesn’t happen again on the Coast, or anywhere else in NSW. “The NSW Liberal Government should not be taking the easy way out and rejecting community calls for a Commission of Inquiry. “They need to come to the table and support our locals in making this Commission of Inquiry happen. “This decision comes just days after anti-illegal dumping activists were recognised with an environmental award for their work defending the Central Coast water catchment and Mangrove Mountain landscape.”

he NSW Shadow Minister for Environment and Heritage, Ms Penny Sharpe, has committed to holding a Commission of Inquiry into the Mangrove Mountain Landfill if a Labor Government was elected in NSW at the next State Election. Ms Sharpe’s commitment follows a rejection by the NSW Premier, Ms Gladys Berejiklian, of a formal request from Mountain Districts Association (MDA) for the current NSW Government to hold a Commission of Inquiry. MDA Spokesperson, Dr Stephen Goodwin, said despite specifically requesting a personal response from the Premier, the association’s request has again been referred to another Minister, and the letter rejecting the request came from Mr Jonathan O’Dea, Parliamentary Secretary to the Premier and Treasurer. Dr Goodwin said the NSW Government had again chosen to ignore the MDA’s request for a Commission of Inquiry to examine the statutory failings of the EPA and Central Coast Council in relation to the Mangrove Mountain Landfill. Instead, Mr O’Dea’s letter focused on claims by the EPA that a technical landfill expert had found “no evidence the landfill was having any

One of the many photos of the existing landﬁll documented by Mountain Districts Association (MDA)

negative impact on ground or surface water quality”. According to MDA, no water quality testing had been done by the expert, the EPA had relied on data from the landfill operator, and its conclusions were “wrong”. Shadow Minister, Ms Sharpe, said she believed the issue was “black and white”, and that

a Commission of Inquiry was the best way to examine why the former Gosford Council had applied to the Land and Environment Court to shut the landfill down and have the site remediated, but then accepted Orders to allow the operator to dump a further 1.3 million cubic metres of waste at the top of Central Coast’s water

catchment area. “I have always supported a Commission of Inquiry on this issue,” Ms Sharpe said. “The Government continues to cherry pick evidence and not go to the heart of the issue,” she said. Member for Gosford, Ms Liesl Tesch, said the decision by the State Government not

to conduct a Commission of Inquiry had left the community demanding action. Ms Tesch said the Government can’t just walk away from this issue and there needs to be more oversight and investigation. “I’m pleased that Central Coast Council has established an advisory committee,

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Coast hit by severe storm cell

A petition with 400 signatures has been presented to Central Coast Council and a further 740 signatures calling for improved safety at Umina oval and surrounds.

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More than 1,000 homes and businesses in parts of Toukley, Noraville and Canton Beach had their power cut. Downed power lines and trees were to blame and caused heavy congestion around Main Rd and Cross St, near Toukley Public School. The Bureau of Meteorology issued a warning for severe thunderstorms, hail and damaging winds just after 1:00pm on November 6, with the storm battering

across the Coast in an easterly direction, just after 2:00pm. Initial reports on the storm suggest that Toukley may be one of the worst effected areas, with online reports and videos of the aftermath showing trees down across roads, intense winds and large hailstones. Motorists also reported being trapped on Main Rd after the initial storm surge brought down trees and power lines, creating a hazardous zone that brought trafﬁc to a complete standstill. Local artist, Ms KellyAnne Love, was one of the motorists trapped. “Far out hail blizzard and now caught in fallen trees and a web of live wires both ends, outside

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he intense storm cell expected to break over the Central Coast on November 6 has come to pass, with the northern end of the Coast the most effected.

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Toukley Public,” Ms Love wrote on her Facebook page. “Safe and sound now, police, ambos and ﬁreys were into it and got us out of the dangerous trap,” she wrote. Local storm chaser, Mr Scott Corcoran, braved the wild weather to capture the carnage. Mr Corcoran documented the aftermath, with roofs off houses, trees uprooted and debris littering the streets. Central Coast Council also issued a public notice through their Facebook page listing areas most effected by the storm. “The storm has caused some major damage on the Coast with a number

of trees and power lines down”, the Council statement said. “Crews are in place or on the way but are struggling to get through in some places. “There is a tree across the road on Bumble Hill Rd, Yarramalong, and one across the road at Dickson Rd in Jilliby. “Trees are down in Noraville and Toukley, mainly in Evans Rd, with power lines down in other streets. “Please be patient and take extra care on our roads as our crews, SES and Ausgrid get to work,” Council wrote. The SES was unavailable to discuss the storm clean up at the time of publication.

Toukley Public School students were affected, with parents needing to collect students from Kooloora Rd as emergency services worked to clear debris at the front of the school. Businesses in the area also felt the brunt of the storm, with Steer Rite Motors on Main Rd losing a wall and its ceiling on the verge of collapse. Mr Peter Yates, from Steer Rite, said the devastating storm swept through in a matter of minutes. “The wind swept through the roller door and just blew the back wall out. “Luckily our hoist was up, and now, it’s holding up our ceiling.

“Our back neighbours now have half a workshop on their property. “The main road’s a mess, the town’s a mess, there’s quite the clean up ahead,” Mr Yates said. Authorities urged all non-residents to avoid the area as Main Rd was blocked off by fallen trees and trafﬁc remained heavily congested for some time, building up as far back as the Wyong Leagues’ roundabout. Source: Websites, Nov 6 Central Coast Incident Alerts Kelly-Anne Love, Facebook post Scott Corcoran, Facebook post Interview, Nov 6 Peter Yates, Steer Rite Motors Dilon Luke, journalist

Source: Letter, Oct 13 Johnathan O’Dea, Parliamentary Secretary to the Premier and Treasurer Interview, Oct 30 Stephen Goodwin, Mountain Districts Association Interview, Oct 30 Penny Sharpe, Shadow Minister for Environment and Heritage Media release, Nov 1 Richard Mehrtens, office of Liesl Tesch Jackie Pearson, journalist

Petitions call for improved safety around Umina oval

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The playground area and car parks at the end of Sydney Ave and Melbourne Ave are not safe places to be at night, according to petition organiser Ms Gabby Greyem. Ms Greyem, who operates Jasmine Greens Kiosk which is located in the precinct, said she presented a similar 400-signature petition to Central Coast Council in May 2016. Ms Greyem has also documented “crime and vandalism” she has experienced since taking the lease to operate the precinct kiosk in June 2014 and the list included over 170 incidents. “The ongoing break-ins of houses, local businesses and vandalism of park facilities is not acceptable and must be stopped,” Ms Greyem said. “The violent fights, abuse of alcohol and illicit substances by minors, leading to the hospitalisation of young people after serious fights, is alarming and a damning reflection of the lack of activities for teenagers on the Peninsula and the lack of Police resources to curb this dangerous behaviour,” she said. “We want to see the Peninsula Recreation Precinct become a safe and crime-free zone as soon as possible. “We appeal to Central Coast Council to apply for $1 million in Federal Safer Communities Funding.” She said the money should be used for flood lighting, CCTV cameras, random security monitoring and to refit the old football club building as a youth centre. Ms Greyem said solar-powered

ﬂood lights lit every night of the year would deter youth crime and violence. CCTV cameras, together with random visits by a security contractor, could be used to monitor activity and catch vandals and perpetrators of crime and violence. She said the abandoned football club on Umina Oval could become a youth centre and venue for teenagers to socialise and connect with community services in a fun and inviting way, especially on weekends and in school holidays. Other initiatives could also be explored “to provide real lasting solutions to youth antisocial behaviour in Umina”. “We appeal to the NSW Government to: increase funding and resources for Woy Woy police; install a 24-hour police station in Umina CBD; and provide additional police patrols to the Peninsula and Umina,” Ms Greyem said. “Sadly to date the police have advocated for a dark Peninsula Recreation Precinct,” she said. “The community and I believe this has been the case for too long and it’s not working. “We believe it’s time for lights at the skate park and in the precinct to be on every night, to make the park safe for everyone to use at night. “The precinct is a site for regular night time violence, youth drug and alcohol abuse, ﬁght clubs, car-burn-outs and bashings,” Ms Greyem said. “Just this year, two young men have been seriously bashed in the precinct, both hospitalised in intensive care. “I have witnessed on multiple occasions, hundreds of young people coming to the park, the car park at the end of Sydney Ave, and the beach at night to hang out. Continued P4

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65.7 per cent of Central Coast voters put in a yes vote

How Central Coast voted

he results are in was among the electorates on the Same Sex that recorded a 61 per cent Marriage Survey, ‘no’ vote. with 61 per cent of All states and territories Australians voting to recorded a majority ‘yes’ response: 133 of the 150 expand the definition Federal Electoral Divisions of marriage to include recorded a majority ‘yes’ two consenting adults, response, and 17 of the 150 regardless of gender. Federal Electoral Divisions

An artist's impression of the new club building - (inset) The public meeting to discuss the planning process for the redevelopment of Sporties

Sporties redevelopment submission deadline extended The closing date for submissions on the Woy Woy Sporties redevelopment plans has been extended to December 10, Central Coast Council has announced. “The application for the redevelopment of Sporties at Woy Woy was renotiﬁed following preliminary consultation with Water NSW,’ according to a statement issued by the Council “In accordance with the requirements of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulations, submissions will be received up until December 11.” The application to build seniors housing on the corner of Brickwharf Rd and North Burge Rd, Woy Woy, saw around 80 residents attend a public meeting at the Woy Woy Sea Scouts Hall on Saturday, November 4. The plans would see the current Sporties Bowling Club demolished and replaced with a three-building, four-storey complex including seniors’ housing, retail outlets, a new club and basement parking, built over three allotments. Mr Ross Cochrane, from the recently-formed Save Woy Woy Waterfront group, said the meeting was attended by residents, club members, bowling club members and ﬁshing club members.

The site owner and developer Mr Tony Altavilla also attended and addressed the meeting. “We collected 55 signatures from people who wanted more information about the features of the proposed development that they could object to and we intend to give personal assistance to those people who want to write an objection to Central Coast Council,” Mr Cochrane said. “At the meeting, we reemphasised that we are not antidevelopment.” He said the ground was opposed only to a four-storey development on a site that would result in the loss of a community facility and the loss of the bowling greens. “Residents who have concerns regarding the application can make a submission which will be considered and addressed as part of the assessment process,” according to a statement issued by Central Coast Council chief Mr Brian Bell. According to the Council, the land is zoned both R2 Low Density Residential and RE2 Private Recreation under Gosford Local Environmental Plan 2014. One of the sites has a height limit of 8.5m and a maximum ﬂoor space ratio of 0.5:1. The remaining two properties have no maximum height or

floor space ratio under Gosford Local Environmental Plan 2014, according to the statement. Central Coast Council confirmed the sites were flood-affected. “Flooding will be considered further as part of the assessment process,” the statement said. Local residents have questioned the ownership of a triangular area of the existing bowling greens that is shown on maps, including plans from a 2014 development proposal, as public reserve. However, the council claimed: “The three parcels are all owned by a private company, none of the properties are owned by Council or are Crown Land.” The council did not explain why the land appeared in the 2014 site plans as public reserve. “Everything is commercial-inconfidence but, on the original DA from 2014, it was shown as council land which is why the proposed retail boatshed style restaurants were drawn on an angle,” Mr Cochrane said. “The land has come to be privately owned since then and we would like to know how that occurred,” he said. SOURCE: Interview, 9 Nov 2017 Ross Cochrane, Save Woy Woy Waterfront Reporter: Jackie Pearson

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Rubble on the site of the former Gosford Youth Centre on the corner of Baker St and Georgiana Terrace where more asbestos has been found Photo: Justin Stanley

“We are asking questions now on why, on the old Spurbest site, there is a stop and start on the demolition,”

recorded a majority ‘No’ response. Member for Robertson, Ms Lucy Wicks, indicated that she would respect the vote of her electorate, despite voting ’no’ in the survey. In a twitter question with local SeaFM radio journalist, Emma Horn, Ms Wicks tweeted: “Hi Emma, you’re right, I voted no. “After 10:00am, if the Australian people say yes, I will respect and reflect the decision and say yes to facilitate a bill

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Reported activity at Mangrove Mountain Landfill could be problematic

he Mountain D i s t r i c t s Association (MDA) has reported activity at Mangrove Mountain Landfill, which it describes as “de-watering” to the NSW Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and to Central Coast Council. MDA spokesperson, Dr Stephen Goodwin, said on Monday, November 13, the landfill operator was “disposing of water from their water tanker onto the top of the waste mound which they have previously been told by the EPA not to do.” Dr Goodwin said the process was called “de-watering” shown in photographs as a tanker “discharging water in a plume, not a spray”. “This was not dust suppression,” Dr Goodwin said. “We have seen that tanker and it has a hinged boom with

The water tanker spraying plumes of water onto the top of the waste mound at Mangrove Mountain

horizontal sprays that can be angled and used in a horizontal position for dust suppression,” he said. “This tanker was also disgorging large volumes of water from whatever source into the air and the trees, and spraying into the trees is not dust suppression. “Even if the water was from a retention pond, do they know it is not contaminated?” Coast Community News asked Central Coast Council

to comment on Monday’s activities at the landfill. In a written response, Council said: “It is not appropriate for Council to make comment on matters it is currently investigating and expects to result in litigation.” Coast Community News also asked the EPA to comment. In a written statement, the EPA said: “The landfill operator is lawfully able to utilise stormwater captured on the site to supress dust.

“The EPA has advised the landfill operator that stormwater being used for dust suppression must not cause pooling or runoff anywhere at the landfill. “The photograph … depicts a water tanker spraying water on top of the existing waste mound at Mangrove Mountain Landfill. “This is not considered dewatering.” In a video interview with Coast Community News,

Central Coast Mayor, Clr Jane Smith, said: “Council is monitoring the activities around that issue. “I am probably a little bit limited in what I can say because I understand that there are legal processes around this, as you would be aware of, there is the Land and Environment Court outcome as well as other referrals,” Clr Smith said. “So I am probably a little bit limited in what I can say, but I know Council staff are monitoring the issues quite closely,” she said. One of Clr Smith’s first initiatives as Central Coast Mayor was to call for the creation of an advisory committee to examine Council’s position on the landfill at Mangrove Mountain. When asked about the progress of that committee, she said: “At this stage, I would expect there will be a motion coming to the November 27 [Council meeting] which will endorse the makeup, the membership of that

committee. “I am not sure that we will be able to get anything done before the end of the year, bearing in mind that that will be the end of November, and then trying to establish a meeting in December might be a bit problematic. “If it is possible, I would be happy to do that, but realistically, it might be closer to the end of January or early February. “I’d rather do it well, and make sure that we have a good meeting where we can canvass all the issues rather than have a rushed meeting where people are thrown in without being prepared for those discussions,” she said. Source: Interviews, Nov 13 and 15 Stephen Goodwin, Mountain Districts Association Media statement, Nov 14 Central Coast Council media Media statement, Nov 14 NSW EPA media Interview, Nov 14 Jane Smith, Central Coast Council Jackie Pearson, journalist

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COSS land protection

ouncil’s planning staff, during the administration period, abandoned the long-standing Gosford Council campaign to create an E5 zone for the area’s Coastal Open Spaces System (COSS), but Central Coast Mayor, Clr Jane Smith, said she was not yet prepared to give up the fight. Staff also recommended abolition of the bonus lot provision scheme that would have enabled Council to acquire the remaining 33 per cent of lands earmarked to be part of COSS. The NSW Planning Department has concurred with the planning proposal prepared by staff under the rule of Government-appointed Administrator, Mr Ian Reynolds, and stated that COSS land should be zoned E2. The Coastal Open Spaces System (COSS) is unique to the former Gosford City Council LGA and includes over 70 natural reserves set aside for plants and animals, naturebased recreation and the preservation of the bushland

Rumbalara Reserve is part of COSS and looks like being zoned E2

character of Gosford. Chairman of the Community Environment Network (CEN), Mr John Asquith, said the NSW Government promised five years ago, when it introduced its standardised planning instruments, to introduce an E5 zone for COSS. However, during the 16 months when the Central Coast

was without elected local government representatives, a new consolidated Local Environmental Plan (LEP) for the whole new Central Coast Local Government Area was created. The consolidated LEP was produced by comparing the former Gosford Local Environmental Plan 2014 with the Wyong Local

Environmental Plan 2013 and, where differences arose, taking the most “flexible” planning approach of the two. The consolidated LEP was also deemed necessary because large areas of land had been deferred from the Gosford LEP 2014, and remained in the Gosford Planning Scheme Ordinance (PSO) and Gosford Interim

Development Order (IDO) 122. Those instruments could have continued to operate until a comprehensive review of the LEP was performed by the new Council, but staff considered the advantages of converting the land into a Standard lnstrument Zone for reasons of : “modernisation, simplification, standardisation, electronic mapping and ease

of access”. Once drafted, the consolidated LEP was sent to the NSW Department of Planning for a gateway determination. The usual step of taking the proposal to a public Council meeting was skipped because the Coast had no elected Councillors. A new Central Coast Planning Team within the NSW Department of Planning has assessed and given gateway approval for the consolidated Central Coast Local Environmental Plan. It commented that the methodology used to consolidate the LEPs of the two former Councils was “sound, subject to review by the elected Council, agencies and the community”. According to the team’s assessment report, “The E2 zoning of publicly owned COSS land is supported”. Mr Asquith said NSW Planning’s concurrence with the draft consolidated LEP meant the NSW Government has made a decision to go back on the promise made to Gosford Council five years ago to create an E5 zone for COSS.

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level under threat “We have been waiting and following up regularly, and at no time did the NSW Government say they were not going to follow through with their promise,” Mr Asquith said. “E2 is different to E5,” he said. “E2 allows a dwelling and the E5 was specifically for COSS, because it included an acquisition mechanism, but now they have done away with the bonus lot provisions that provided an extra development right to holders of 7C2 land in exchange for the donation of lots to COSS. “I am concerned by the cavalier manner with which it has been cancelled when it has served the Coast well for 30 years,” he said. The Central Coast Planning Team’s assessment report said: “During the preparation of Gosford LEP 2014 this land was to be converted to RE1. “After concerns raised by the community, the then Gosford Council, resolved to pursue a separate new zone for this land and the land was deferred from GLEP 2014. “An amendment to the Standard lnstrument Order was exhibited in 2012, but the amendment (exhibited as ES but changed to E2A in response to

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submissions) was never made. “The consolidating LEP has allowed Central Coast Council to review environmental zones, with the result that it is now proposed to zone publicly zoned COSS land as E2. “The conversion of deferred areas will end the Gosford bonus lot provisions which have provided for augmentation of the Coastal Open Space System (COSS) over several decades,” it said. “These provisions pre-date the Environmental Planning

and Assessment Act, 1979 and cannot be transferred into an environmental planning instrument made under the Act. “It is intended for Council to consider other potential means of achieving similar results in the forthcoming comprehensive planning review, and the Central Coast Regional Plan also recognises the value of the COSS and its extension.” In response to questions from Coast Community News, Central Coast Coordinator General, Ms Lee Shearer, said: “The Central Coast Council has proposed E2

to be a protection zone. “This makes E5 unnecessary and is a good solution,” Ms Shearer said. “As it has done in the past, the Department of Planning will continue to work with the Central Coast Council to develop a mechanism for the acquisition of earmarked COSS land,” she said. “There are provisions in the Central Coast Regional Plan 2036 to strengthen to COSS as opposed to diminishing it, however, this is a matter for the

Council,” she said. Clr Smith said she needed clarification around the reasons for choosing E2 as suitable for COSS. “The former Wyong Council E2 zone does not allow a dwelling, so that is an interesting anomaly between the two former Council LEPs,” Clr Smith said. “Obviously there is a whole lot of land in the former Gosford (Council) that is E2 with a dwelling, so obviously there needs to be a provision for that because you can’t take that

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away from people. “I have a history and a deep commitment for COSS, and I want to make sure it goes forward into the future. “The former Gosford [Council] lobbied hard for an E5 zone, a new zone, and I am probably not ready to give that up, even if the E2 zone doesn’t allow a dwelling. “I would still think that COSS and urban bushland is still a significant asset to protect and ensure there is strong protection. “It was always a problem trying to carry over that bonus lot provision, however there did seem to be ways of doing that, so I think that I am going to talk to staff about whether we can incorporate those provisions and if not, we need a strong mechanism that does protect COSS going forward,” she said. Source: Website, Nov 13 NSW Planning and Environment, Central Coast LEP Gateway Determination Report Interview, Nov 14 Jane Smith, Central Coast Council Interview, Nov 13 John Asquith, Community Environment Network Media statement, Nov 14 Matt Porter, office of Lee Shearer Jackie Pearson, journalist

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Demolition work constantly delayed by asbestos removal

entral Coast’s Deputy Mayor, Clr Chris Holstein, wants Council staff to explain why the demolition of the Waterside development site that spans Gosford’s Baker St, Mann St and Georgiana Terrace has continued to be such a stop-start affair. From P1 According to Mr King, each time asbestos is uncovered, the demolition team has to stop work, and asbestos experts need to be called in to do an assessment. “Then builders have to plan and price the variation and then the owners have to approve that variation. “The asbestos specialists then have to come back in to remove the asbestos and confirm its removal. “Then we have to get the builders back on site and they have, by then, moved on to other jobs, so we have to wait

until they are available again,” he said. Mr King said the owners of the Waterside development site were not delaying progress. “The owners are not stalling, they are wanting this, more than anyone else, to be done. “They are knocking on our door every other day saying

when will it be finished, when will it be finished?” he said. In other news about Gosford property developments, Mr King said construction of Bonython Tower in Mann St was continuing apace with the Level 1 floor slabs poured. “We will start seeing it go up over the course of the next year and it is likely to be finished around Christmas

2018,” he said. Mr Holstein said he was also seeking updates from staff on the status of the site for the building of the NSW Government finance building to be constructed on part of the remaining two thirds of the former Gosford Public School land. He said he had received a briefing on the status of the

new ATO building in Georgiana Terrace, which is nearing completion. “I have been able to meet one of the key players and it will be incrementally opened as staff are brought on board,” he said. “These things do not happen overnight.” Mr Holstein said he was

also concerned about Gosford City traffic management, particularly around the Gosford Hospital. “The Hospital redevelopment is brilliant but the traffic movement around it is going to be crucial. “I have seen nothing about work on Racecourse Road, and the traffic at the roundabout near Gosford High School is a disaster. “I have raised that in conversations with the state member and Lee Shearer and she has said the government architect is coming and I hope to be given that opportunity as a councillor to have input. “Traffic planning around the hospital needs to happen sooner rather than later. “That infrastructure and those traffic movements around there will be crucial.” Source: Interview, Nov 15 Chris Holstein, Central Coast Council Interview, Nov 15 Cain King, CKDS Architectural Services Jackie Pearson, journalist

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Community concerned about Kariong Parklands highway commercial precinct development

entral Coast Deputy Mayor, Clr Chris Holstein, said he has been approached by a number of individuals concerned about a proposal to develop a new highway commercial precinct on the Kariong Parklands. “I have already had some approaches from individuals with concerns on it and I have put it to those individuals that they need to prepare their submissions and send their submissions to me so that I can look at what their concerns are,” Clr Holstein said. “I need to look at the plans to see if there is validity in the concerns,” he said. “I am mostly worried about traffic impact and impact on the festival site, including reliance on that land for parking and events.” As reported previously in Coast Community News, Parklands Kariong Development Pty Ltd has submitted a development application to Central Coast Council for an eight lot Torrens Title subdivision within the

A diagram of the Highway Commercial Precinct with thick red arrow depicting Highway

Highway Commercial Precinct at Mount Penang. The private company is already seeking concept approval to transform the subdivision into a new 6,000plus square metre commercial and retail precinct. The date for submissions closed on September 25 and 37 submissions were received by Council, 13 short of the 50 required for the matter to be considered at a public Council meeting. The rule that 50 substantive objections are required before a planning matter could be referred to a Council meeting

was adopted during the period when NSW Government appointed Administrator, Mr Ian Reynolds, replaced the Coast’s elected local representatives. “I think for anything that controversial, in the community of concern residents, it is not difficult to get up that many objections, believe me,” Clr Holstein said. “I would have thought 20 to 25 objections can be a reasonable amount but, remember, any two Councillors can bring anything to Council, so there are safeguards in regard to that,” he said. Although he would not be

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didn’t happen, but we did get a small garden area up there, a big festival development site and then, further down the track, they went and plonked a high school on it. “There was an argument that the high school should have gone on the other side of that land. “It was also earmarked for a high tech industrial zone which didn’t eventuate either. “That is part of the detail of the information that won’t be known by a lot of the new councillors. “I can tell you that part of the festival site was going to be an Indigenous interpretive centre in the form of a giant turtle and there was even a proposal to move the Powerhouse Museum to the site,” he said. The Mt Penang development site is controlled by the Central Coast Regional Development Corporation (CCRDC) which is part of the NSW Government Planning Department. According to the Mt Penang Development prospectus, available on the CCRDC website, CCRDC owns the land known as Mt Penang Parklands, which comprises a

total of 156 hectares. It is also charged with securing the ongoing management of public open spaces and community facilities at Mt Penang “protecting and enhancing the broad Mt Penang Parkland Precinct”. The prospectus included two sites within the Parklands that are earmarked for development: the Kangoo Road Commercial Precinct and the Highway Commercial Precinct. The current DA relates to the Highway Commercial Precinct. In a written statement CCRDC has confirmed: “The land is currently under contract to the Parklands Kariong Development Pty Ltd following exchange of contracts in September 2016.” Source: Website, Nov 13 DA52622/2017/ Gosford DA Tracker Interview, Nov 15 Chris Holstein, Central Coast Council Website, Nov 15 Central Coast RDC, Mt Penang Prospectus Media statement, Nov 15 Planning NSW media Jackie Pearson, journalist

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Three tower Point Frederick development approved

he Joint Regional Planning Panel (JRPP) has approved the $34.5 million ‘Three Towers’ residential flat development at 177 Albany Street, Point Frederick. The matter was deferred in May, followed by the submission of revised architectural and landscape plans. The original application had garnered 104 submissions from the community, and a further 58 submissions were made to the amended plans considered by the JRPP in May. The amended plans that were the result of the JRPP referral were not required to be exhibited. An assessment report prepared by Central Coast Council recommended JRPP approval of the revised development with conditions. The 5,114 square metre development will include 101 units (revised down from111) and will take in 177 to 181 Albany St, 8 to 10 Duke St and 2 to 4 Auburn St, Point Frederick.

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A 7.7 per cent variation to the maximum building height standard in the Gosford Local Environmental Plan (LEP) 2014 was required to permit the proposed development. The approved proposal will comprise 20 one-bedroom and studio units, 42 two-bedroom units and 39 three-bedroom units, two basement levels

of parking for 147 vehicles, 42 bike spaces and seven motorcycle spaces. The development will have a height of five storeys and driveway access from Duke and Auburn St. The development will be divided into three buildings. Building A will be located

on the corner of Duke St and Albany St and will contain 37 units. Building B will be located on Duke St with 36 units, and Building C will be on Auburn St with 28 units. The development will be built on seven adjoining lots, two that front Auburn St, two that front Duke St and three that

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front Albany St. It will replace older single and two-storey houses which have been progressively demolished under separate Complying Development Certificates. Both the JRPP and Central Coast Council attempted to require the developer to incorporate an ‘isolated

block’ at 6 Auburn St into the development, but the owner has confirmed no interest in selling the property. The developer’s resubmitted plans addressed JRPP and Council concerns about setbacks by relocating Buildings A and B westward towards Albany St. According to Council’s subsequent assessment report: “This is supported and is considered to satisfactorily mitigate the amenity impact on 12 Duke St. “The applicant has taken into consideration and responded to JRPP reasons for deferral,” the assessment report concluded. “In response, amended plans have been provided to refine the design and minimise impacts. “The applicant has chosen to address concerns raised with the impact of the development at 12 Duke St by moving the driveway 1.5 metres away from the side boundary and providing noise attenuation/ landscaping along the side boundary. Continued P12

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Elysium apartments achieved 96.8 per cent sales and record-breaking prices

nly two apartments remain unsold in Terrigal’s new residential development, Elysium, following its launch to the market. The launch saw recordbreaking prices of over $20,000 per square metre reached for the first time on the Central Coast. Founder and Managing Director of Central Real, Mr Tony Denny, said, “Elysium proved so popular, especially with local buyers, because it offers the premium quality and stunning waterside aspects associated with somewhere like Bondi or Manly in Sydney, at less than half the price. “As buyers feel increasingly priced out of the Sydney market, the Central Coast is opening up as a strong option for people who still want high quality homes in a stunning location and an aspirational beachfront lifestyle,” Mr Denny said. “Elysium ticks all these boxes but at a far more accessible price point than a similar style apartment in Sydney,” he said.

Sixty two out of the 64 luxury beachfront apartments were sold, with just two fourbedroom homes remaining, however, despite the stated strong interest from Sydney, 74 percent were local buyters. The launch included the sale of two penthouses at $3.1m and $3.2m, with stunning

views of Terrigal Beach. The development received interest from a mix of buyers including 66 per cent owner occupiers and 34 per cent investors. General Manager of McGrath Central Coast, Mr Jaimie Woodcock, said, “I’ve been a part of the local property

industry for over 25 years and I’ve never seen a response to a campaign quite like it. “Elysium really struck a chord with a broad spectrum of buyers, particularly local downsizers that were captivated by the quality of the project. “The launch day itself was an incredible experience with most of the apartments secured before midday and a clear indication that the market is seeking quality solutions to the changing lifestyle on the Central Coast,” Mr Woodcock said. Elysium comprises 64 two, three and four bedroom apartments across six architecturally-designed buildings. Apartments have a selection of ocean and garden views that have been designed to maximise liveability, with a highly sought-after northfacing aspect. Elysium also provides a fully landscaped, resort-style 25m swimming pool. Source: Media release, Nov 7 Rebecca Parry, Central Real

Three tower Point Frederick development approved

he Joint Regional Planning Panel (JRPP) has approved the $34.5 million ‘Three Towers’ residential flat development at 177 Albany Street, Point Frederick. From P10 “The Building B setback to the eastern boundary was increased from six metres to 7.5 metres, providing greater separation between the proposed building and driveway and the adjoining development at 12 Duke St. “This reduces the impact on the adjoining development and permits additional noise attenuation measures and landscaping to be provided. “The resultant impact on 12 Duke Street is not significant and is considered reasonable. “The proposed amended development generally complies with the GLEP 2014 and GDCP 2013, except for the maximum building height, maximum floor plate and side/ rear setbacks. “However, the variations are minor or have no significant additional impacts on adjoining properties. “The issues raised in public submissions are addressed by the amended plans or do not justify refusal of the proposal. “The contention raised in submissions, that the road system cannot cater for the

traffic generated by this and other developments in the area, is not supported by the traffic report and comments from the RMS. “The impact of overlooking of the adjoining properties can be addressed by the provision of planter boxes and/or privacy screens. “At ground level, there is significant landscaping along the boundaries to protect privacy and amenity. “This application has been assessed under the heads of consideration of section 79C of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and all relevant instruments and policies. “The potential constraints of the site have been assessed and it is considered that the site is suitable for the proposed development. “Subject to the imposition of appropriate conditions, the proposed development is not expected to have any adverse social or economic impact. “It is considered that the proposed development will complement the locality and meet the desired future character of the area. “The development site is in an area nominated to grow in population and density into the future. “Accordingly, the application is recommended for approval.” Source: Website, Nov 15 Joint Regional Planning Panel Development and Planning Register, 2016HCC022

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Community facility managers meet to discuss inequitable council demands

community meeting was held at Kariong on Monday, November 13, to discuss concerns about Council occupancy and charges for community facilities. Tumbi Umbi resident, Mr Kevin Armstrong, chaired the meeting, and said it was attended by around 15 community representatives, who all shared concerns about community access to halls and other facilities. Since 2015, several

community groups have either walked away from long-term management and maintenance of community facilities, or expressed concerns about new Council licence and lease arrangements that have resulted in major cost increases and “commercial” profit sharing arrangements. “Our end focus was on endorsing a set of principles which we believe ought to underpin an effective relationship between community user groups and Council”, Mr Armstrong said. Mr Armstrong said he prepared a draft document

which has been sent to meeting attendees for further comment and endorsement. “We hope that these (or similar principles) may be endorsed by both our community and Council as a fair and equitable foundation for agreements pertaining to community use of community halls and facilities,” he said. According to the draft working document, community concerns expressed at the meeting included a new licence agreement that included a rental increase of more than 200 per cent, and was deemed not negotiable by

Council. Attendees expressed their concerns about the inequity of sometimes struggling community groups, whilst other users of community and crown land pay minimal rents and sometimes earn large incomes from private businesses and cafes. “Many community halls were built by local residents, Progress Associations and the like for community use, sometimes on land donated by members of the community. “Some halls and facilities are on crown Land, some on Council land, mostly previously

classified as community use.” The draft document includes the principle that: “Community facilities are ‘owned’ (in a philosophical sense at least) by the community, not Council and Council owns or manages these facilities on trust from their community. “Provision of facilities ought to include regular maintenance, progressive upgrading of facilities (for example, kitchens, floors and electronic equipment) and administration services. “User charges ought to reflect the size and condition or amenity of the facilities. “User charges ought not include Council maintenance, upgrading and administration services, these are covered by rates. “User charges ought to reflect capacity to pay,” the draft working document said. For instance, the group proposes that local registered not for profit groups ought

to pay least, local small businesses slightly more, local larger businesses more again, and regular hirers should receive a discounted rate. “Council should maintain public liability insurance for halls and other facilities it manages on behalf of ratepayers,” the document said. Mr Armstrong said the meeting “utterly rejected” Council licence agreements that required any community organisation managing a hall to share 50 per cent of revenue from hall hire with Council. “Once the content of the document has been agreed, we will be sending it to Council and hope that it will pave the way for a discussion with Council staff,” Mr Armstrong said. Source: Interview, Nov 14 Email, Nov 14 Kevin Armstrong, Tumbi Umbi Jackie Pearson, journalist

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Council’s investment portfolio needs minor calibration

entral Coast Council has moved to assure ratepayers that its investment portfolio is on track to deliver sound returns for the community. As at August, 43.84 per cent of Council’s investment portfolio was held in the BBB credit rating category, compared to its own guideline of 40 per cent. The financial institutions issuing fixed income investments and bonds are considered investment grade (IG), if their credit ratings are BBB or higher by Standard and Poor (S&P). Generally, the financial institutions are assessed by the rating agency as having adequate capacity to meet financial commitments and repayment of the invested funds. There was a downgrading of some banks’ credit rating in May by S&P, which in turn has downgraded the rating of some of Council’s investments, but Council has confirmed, in a public report, that this will be rebalanced favourably by the end of the month. Council has reported the rebalancing of the investment portfolio in each of its monthly investment reports since the May report, presented at the Ordinary Meeting held on June 28. Council intends to hold these term deposits until they mature and, as such, the value of these term deposits are not impacted by this rating change. Council Chief Financial That

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why we review credit ratings with the amounts invested with each financial institution,” Ms Louie added. Council’s investment portfolio is reported monthly to the next available ordinary Council meeting. According to the Investment report for September, tabled at the October 23 ordinary Council meeting, Council adopted its current policy in April. “Subsequent to its adoption, S&P Global Ratings downgraded 23 financial institutions include Bank of Queensland and Bendigo and Adelaide Bank. “This downgrade increased Council’s exposure in BBB+ investments from 30.84 per cent to 49 per cent, exceeding the policy guideline. “The finance team are drafting some changes to the policy guidelines based on recommendations from the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee. “It is expected the revised Investment policy and guidelines will be presented to Council for adoption in the next ordinary meeting on November 27. “The portfolio will be rebalanced to higher credit classes over the next 12 months. “According to the latest investment report, the Council’s counterparty credit exposure to the re-rated institutions, Bank of Queensland and Bendigo and Adelaide Bank, remains relatively low at 6.5 per cent and 7.2 per cent respectively. Of the 33 BBB-rated investments currently held by Council, 20 will mature within the next six months, providing the opportunity to recalibrate the overall portfolio into investments with safer risk ratings. Source: Media release, 19 Oct 2017 Vivienne Louie, Central Coast Council Central Coast Council agenda 23 Oct 2017 Reporter: Jackie Pearson

Other Regional News - In brief Coast Community News focuses on news specifically relating to post code areas 2250, 2251 & 2260. Given the

advent of a Central Coast Council, following is a

summary of news articles published in the most recent edition of each of our sister Central Coast publications. The full articles and more, as well as all previously published editions, can be seen on line on our website

www.CentralCoastNews.net Copies of these other publications may be obtained from our offices in Gosford, by subscription, or from a myriad of locations in the areas covered by each publication.

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Coast hit by severe storm cell The intense storm cell expected to break over the Central Coast on November 6 has come to pass, with the northern end of the Coast the most effected.

Community protest rally against the proposed Wallarah 2 coal mine held A community protest rally against the proposed Wallarah 2 coal mine was held at the Wyong Golf Club ahead of the NSW Planning Assessment Commission (PAC) hearing on Friday, November 3.

Community meeting to discuss growing infrastructure needs in high growth area A community meeting will be held at Warnervale on November 9 to discuss the need for infrastructure in the area.

$13 million refurbishment of Tuggerah Super Centre to commence soon Aventus Property Group (APG) has confirmed that work would soon begin on the $13 million retail refurbishment of Level 1 at the Tuggerah Super Centre.

Mayoral Minute on release of airport information results in substantial debate A confidential master plan for the future expansion of the Central Coast Airport at Warnervale, will be put on public exhibition, if the new Central Coast Council decides to proceed with it, according to

Central Coast Mayor, Clr Jane Smith, has confirmed that the 15 Councillors have received a briefing from Transport for NSW about the proposed rail maintenance facility at Kangy Angy.

New Chair and Deputy Chair for Darkinjung LALC

Gateway granted to rezone a large area of Warnervale

Colongra contamination reports unavailable

Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council (LALC) has appointed a new Chairperson, Ms Christine Hammond, and Deputy Chairperson, Mr Barry Duncan.

The NSW Department of Planning and Environment (DPE) has approved a Gateway application to rezone land that could see an extra 186 homes on land near Warnervale Rd and Virginia Rd in

Snowy Hydro has stated it is not in a position to release a report from the two studies it has commissioned to test for the presence of contamination from firefighting chemicals in and

Councillors receive briefing about rail maintenance facility

Wyong Regional Chronicle focuses on news specifically relating to post code areas 2258, 2259, 2261, 2262, & 2263. The full articles and more can be seen on our website www.centralcoastnews.net

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Petitions call for improved safety around Umina oval

Sporties redevelopment Baby possum shot with air-gun submission deadline extended

A petition with 400 signatures has been presented to Central Coast Council and a further 740 signatures calling for improved safety at Umina oval and surrounds.

The closing date for submissions A baby possum had to be on the Woy Woy Sporties euthanised after it was found shot redevelopment plans has been in Woy Woy on November 1. extended to December 10, Central Coast Council has announced.

Unemployment at 7.6 per cent, Proposal to replace two houses with six townhouses youth 17.9 per cent

Council applies for funding as petition numbers grow

The latest Bureau of Statistics unemployment fi gures show 7.6 per cent of residents in the 2256 and 2257 postcode areas were unemployed, according to Member for Gosford Ms Liesl Tesch.

Six townhouses could replace two free-standing houses in Victoria Rd, Woy Woy, if Central Coast Council gives consent to a $1.2 million proposal.

Central Coast Council has undertaken to apply for funding from the Federal Government’s Safer Communities Fund to make the area around Umina Oval including the skate park, walking

Support for increased security at Umina oval

Councillors invited to community meeting at Umina

Cafe operator’s negotiations continue after 18 months

The organiser of the Umina Beach Markets held monthly at Umina oval has supported calls for more surveillance and policing in the precinct.

Newly-elected Central Coast councillors were invited to attend a Gosford West Ward community meeting, held at Umina oval on Sunday, November 12.

A Peninsula cafe operator who successfully tendered for the lease of the cafe outside the new Woy Woy Oval says she has been attempting to fi nalise the terms of the lease for more than 18 months. The full articles and more can be seen on line on our website www.CentralCoastNews.net They can also be seen on www.PeninsulaNews.info

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Child charged with assault occasioning grievous bodily harm

olice have charged a teenager after he allegedly assaulted a man at Narara Railway Station on Wednesday, November 8.

Surfer injured by shark at Avoca Beach surfer has been injured while surfing at Avoca Beach on Monday, November 13, after being hit and bitten by what he described as a two-metre shark.

Dr Charlie Fry, a British doctor, at about 4:00pm, Monday, November 13, was surfing with three others, between 20 and 40 metres offshore, when a shark jumped out of the water and hit him in the right shoulder

In a moment of quick thinking, Dr Fry said he punched the shark in the face. Fry was taken to Gosford Hospital by his friends after he sustained scratches and a puncture wound. His injuries were not considered serious. A three-metre shark was located in the surf zone at Avoca a short time after the attack. Lifeguards suspected a

combination of warm ocean water, the location of the surfer in a deep channel, and “a lot of fish” in the area, had attracted the shark closer to shore. Avoca Beach and North Avoca were closed following the attack. A Department of Primary Industries assessment would be used to determine when either beach would be reopened. Source: Media release, Nov 13 NSW Police Media

Police were told that a 31 year-old man was injured at Narara Station at about 10:00pm, when a 16-year-old boy punched him. The 16-year-old boy then demanded the man’s mobile phone which he allegedly smashed on the ground before continuing to assault him. The man suffered severe

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head injuries and was treated at the scene before being taken to Gosford Hospital for further treatment. Police arrived a short time

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Former East Gosford Parish Priest charged

former Catholic priest, who also worked as a teacher, has been charged with historical child sex offences dating back to the 1980s and 1990s. It will be alleged the man indecently assaulted three young boys a number of times. The first was the indecent

assault of a young boy whilst the former priest was employed as a teacher in Campbelltown in the 1980s, and then two other boys when he was a Parish Priest in the East Gosford area in the 1990s. Following an extensive investigation by Brisbane Water detectives, on October 18, police arrested a 78-year-

old man at Coonabarabran. He was charged with 13 child sex related offences and granted conditional bail to appear before Gosford Local Court on October 31. Meanwhile, inquiries by detectives were ongoing and anyone with information is urged to come forward. Source: Media release, Oct 30 NSW Police Media

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later and located the teenager who was still nearby. He was arrested and taken to Gosford Police Station, where it was alleged that he threatened a police officer and punched another in the face. He was charged with assault occasioning grievous bodily harm, intimidation, assault of a police officer and malicious damage. He was refused bail and appeared at a Children’s Court on Thursday, November 9.

Emergency services were called to the Pacific Highway, Wyoming, at about 10:50pm, and found a 39-year-old man

unconscious near the footpath, outside a supermarket. He was taken to Gosford Hospital with serious head injuries, before being airlifted to Royal North Shore Hospital. A crime scene was established and detectives from Brisbane Water Local

Area Command were continuing their inquiries. Anyone who may have witnessed the assault, or who may have information that could assist the investigation was asked to contact Brisbane Water Local Area Command. Source: Media release, Oct 30 NSW Police Media

Energy prices increased despite removal of carbon tax

thought I would analyse my energy prices since moving into my home nearly four years ago. When plotted upon a graph they make interesting viewing. At the end of 2014, electricity was 24.90 c/kWh, dipping to a low of 21.98 when the carbon tax was abolished (with which I vehemently disagree, because I happen to care more about my kids’ future than my own),

FORUM then rising to a current peak of 28.76 c/kWh, a staggering rise of 30.85% since the abolition of the tax. During the same period, gas started at 3.287 c/MJ, rose for no apparent reason to 3.908 in August 2014, dropped to 3.287 for the aforesaid selfish cut, and has now climbed to 3.990 c/MJ, a hike of over 21 per cent. For comparison, my water

rates have remained relatively static. It’s a pity that extracting hydrogen from water via electrolysis is uneconomical. As we were promised lower energy prices as a result of the removal of the carbon tax, could someone “please explain” to this mathematics graduate just why they have actually risen under this government? Email, Nov 13 Dave Horsfall, North Gosford

Female Public toilets at Terrigal Beach are an absolute disgrace he female public toilets at Terrigal FORUM Beach are an

absolute disgrace. There is such poor natural lighting that numerous fluorescent lights are on all day, a cost I’m sure Council would prefer they didn’t have. Even with the lights on, the

toilets feel dark. There is always water on the floor, at times up to an inch deep, and the ‘punched out bricks’ at the floor level don’t allow the water to flow off the floor. Two of the basins have been ‘capped off’ and taken away.

The toilet roll holders look like they have been supplied by inmates at a jail who are yet to be trained in metal welding. The toilet paper comes off one square at a time. Is this really the look we want for visitors to the area and residents? Email, Oct 30 Joy Cooper, Green Point

BREAKING NEWS to be home delivered - Inserts welcome Following seven years of publishing a separate newspaper focusing on postcode areas 2250, 2251 and 2260, Central Coast Newspapers has decided to take Coast Community News to its next natural stage, and set up a home delivery arrangement. To commence on November 16, the print run for Coast Community News will increase by 300 per cent to 44,000 copies, 42,000 of which will be hand delivered to letterboxes in 26 suburbs in those postcode areas. This will make it possible to have brochures and catalogues included within the newspaper to help pay for the increased print run and high distribution costs. Despite the 300 per cent increase in the print run and associated distribution costs, advertising rates will remain unchanged, making advertising better value than ever. Additionally, advertisers that take advantage of the new insert offer will receive a free advertisement in the paper to support their insert. A full distribution will entitle the advertiser to a full colour, half page advertisement at no additional cost. A part distribution will entitle the relevant business to a proportionally reduced size advertisement.

Papers will not be thrown into gutters or on driveways or lawns, but will be placed in letterboxes. There should be no wet weather issues unless letterboxes are not waterproof. As the newspaper is highly regarded, after having built a loyal following on the Coast over seven years, it should not be seen as junk mail and will therefore reach more homes than other catalogue distributions in those same areas. Inserts will benefit from being included in such a highly respected publication. In another novel move, the cost of inserts will reduce for each other insert that is also included in the same distribution. This discount can be up to 33% off the single insert price. At least 40 walkers are being employed to complete the distribution, as well as drivers to deliver bulk quantities to selected locations. Well over 120,000 readers will now be better informed than ever by having this highly respected newspaper delivered to their home. If you would like further information or wish to take advantage of this vast home delivery, feel free to contact Cec Bucello on 4325 7369.

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Ratepayers are less represented than ever s a result of the sad administration period of council, we have, rather than two councils each having public council meetings fortnightly, one council meeting per month.

A reduction of three meetings per month to only one, that is a reduction of 75 per cent. We had a total of 20 councillors across the two council areas. We now have 15 councillors, a reduction of five councillors or 25 per cent less representation. Yet we have the same population which is growing. In the Gosford area, we had previously only the need for five written objections for a development application to be presented to the council meeting for discussion, we now have the need for 50 written objections. Keeping in mind that there is

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a large elderly and commuter population, plus now most houses don’t even have the newspaper which the Council advertises in delivered, and the same paper has a block on it when you reach a certain number of views online, most residents won’t even know a development is proposed. So from five to 50, that is a 400 per cent increase in the need for objection letters. We also had a number of community groups, with interested and skilled residents in the area as members, who

consulted the council and are almost all gone, except for the Protection of The Environment Trust. When will the new councillors stand up and give the residents of the Central Coast the representation they deserve? Residents deserve regular council meetings, adequate councillor numbers, representatives who make decisions, not back room box tickers of developer mates and minions for the state government pushing to ignore residents and skilled community representatives guiding council and councillors. These reductions weren’t to save money, they were to reduce the ‘say’ that Councillors have. Step up Councillors and do the job that you were elected to do. Email, Nov 9 Gary Oxford, Terrigal

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Disability network opens new service hub

he Central Coast Disability Network (CCDN) opened a new service hub in Erina on Wednesday, November 15.

Brady a fresh face for Central Coast Disability Network

The theme of the official event was “connecting more people to possibility”, highlighting improved opportunities and more support for people who need disability services. CCDN Executive Manager, Mr David Hogg, said: “This new building not only heralds

a great working space for staff and clients at Erina, it also marks the beginning of an exciting strategic growth program for CCDN as it responds to the ever-changing disability environment in which we operate.” “CCDN can provide the full range of NDIS services for locals at all stages of their lives,” said Ms Michelle Cuneo, Marketing Manager for the Central Coast Disability Network. “Officials and dignitaries met

Central Coast dancers with disability, Perform-Ability, who danced the routine they are taking to the world stage as winners of the National Latin Dance Championships, and Ty McGill, local vision impaired singer who has his own CD,” she said. “Beyond the celebrations, CCDN is focused on improving daily living for locals with disability by providing services in the home and out in the community. “The opening of the new

service hub means better support for those who need it most. “CCDN was founded in 1979 by local families with a vision for a better future for their children. “It is the head of the Central Coast Disability Inter-Agency and has grown to be the leading voice for disability services on the Coast. Source: Media release, Oct 30 Michelle Cuneo, Central Coast Disability Network

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Orthopaedic Surgeons’ and Anaesthetists’ conference held

ome of Australia’s l e a d i n g Orthopaedic Surgeons and Anaesthetists gathered to share their innovations and cutting edge research findings at the second Combined Orthopaedic and Anaesthetic Meeting (COMA) in Terrigal on Friday, November 10. The COMA Conference aimed to bring together Orthopaedic and Anaesthetic specialists and practitioners from across Australia and New Zealand to share their best practices and ideas on everything from new rehabilitation strategies

to cutting edge surgical and anaesthetic techniques, and the newest medications. “We are delighted to be bringing together some of the finest Orthopaedic Surgeons and Anaesthetists,” said Dr Ed Bateman, Director of Orthopaedic Services at Gosford Private Hospital. “As we strive for continued excellence, we hope that the real winners will be our patients, who will benefit from the exchange of cutting edge medical advances and evidence-based management strategies,” said Dr Bateman. Some of the highlights of COMA included a presentation by the head of the Australian Orthopaedic Association, and

local resident, Dr Ian Incoll, who talked about the benefits and uses of 3D printing in surgery by Professor Kevin Tetsworth, and a presentation by Prof Jacqueline Close, detailing the first results from the Australian National Hip Fracture Registry, which has important applications for the future treatment of fractured hips on the Coast. Gosford Private Hospital was pleased to be the main sponsor of the event, further highlighting the Central Coast as a centre of Orthopaedic excellence. Source: Media release, Oct 31 Haydn Murray, Gosford Private Hospital

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Relaxation workshops

he Imperial Shopping Centre, in Mann Street, Gosford, will be hosting a variety of pop up workshops to allow Central Coast residents to relax and unwind.

The events will run over five days and will include Pilates, mindfulness meditation, tea tastings, and healthy cooking demonstrations with Jessica Sepel. One lucky person may also receive a $1,000 Imperial Gift

Card just by registering. The events will take place from Monday, December 4 to Friday, December 8. Source: Media release, Nov 10 Jane Slattery, Imperial Centre

Palliative care workshop held

arliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Mr Scot MacDonald, and Member for Terrigal, Mr Adam Crouch, hosted a palliative care consultative workshop in Gosford on Friday, October 13.

In attendance were executives from the Central Coast Local Health District and representatives from Hunter New England Central Coast Primary Health Network, Yerin Aboriginal Health Services, Cancer Council NSW, residential aged care facilities, general practitioners and

members of the community. There were two workshops during the sessions, the first on feedback on findings from roundtable meetings, and the second on input into local priorities and actions under agreed themes. “The workshop spanned the themes identified in the roundtable meetings held across NSW earlier this year,” Mr MacDonald said. “The roundtables enabled the community and people working in palliative care services to discuss what is working well and what could be done better,” he said. “Input will inform the development of a policy framework for palliative and

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he Central Coast Cancer Centre at Gosford Hospital will be funded by the Federal Government to provide a prostate cancer nurse for the area. The federal seat of Robertson is the latest location to receive Coalition Government funding for prostate cancer nurses in the community. Federal Member for Robertson, Ms Lucy Wicks, joined with local prostate cancer support group representatives on Monday, October 30, to announce that the new prostate cancer nurse would be based at the Central Coast Cancer Centre. According to Ms Wicks, funding for the national prostate nurses program was doubled in the 2017 federal budget, committing a further $5.9 million to support the placement of up to 14 additional prostate cancer nurses in areas of highest need. The Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia is implementing the program over the next three years and will receive $11.8 million to deliver 28 nurses to locations around the country. “We have seen that the greater coordination of care for other cancers has resulted in better outcomes for patients both for cancer control and psychological well-being”, Ms Wicks said.

“By funding this nurse, we can make sure men battling prostate cancer receive the necessary and timely coordinated care they require.” Former Member for Robertson, Mr Jim Lloyd, said he warmly welcomed the announcement. “As an Ambassador for the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia, I am delighted that the Central Coast region has now been successful in securing its own Prostate Cancer Specialist Nurse,” Mr Lloyd said. “With a high percentage of older residents living on the Central Coast, this additional support service will be greatly appreciated by the many

men and their families who are diagnosed with Prostate Cancer each year,” he said. These nurses will provide vital information, care and support for both patients and their families, as well as for health care professionals within a multidisciplinary team. The will also give: improved access to specialists and services; coordination of care from diagnosis onwards; and continuity of care for patients throughout the entire cancer journey. Source: Media release, Oct 27 Tim Sowden, office of Lucy Wicks

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Teacher received a Department of Education award

Prizes available for inaugural Open Writing and Film Competition

m n e s t y International Central Coast Group is calling on high school students to enter the inaugural Open Writing and Film Competition. This year’s theme is Human Rights in an Age of Climate Change. Students are to explore the

significance of this relationship through Open Writing or Film. The Open Writing category can be in the form of a song, poem, essay, short story, play, reflective diary, report or article with a limit of 500 words. The three-minute film can be in the form of a short documentary, animation, filmed interpretive dance or a short film. There are $2000 worth of gift

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vouchers to be won. Prizes will be awarded in the open writing category, film, and for the stand out idea or creative response in each category. Prizes will be presented on December 10 during the Write for Rights annual letter writing event at Erina Library. Names of winners will be published in local papers, with the winning entries being published online, YouTube and social media. All entries are to be submitted by midnight, December 1 and can be sent to amnesty. centralcoast@gmail.com or post to Amnesty Central Coast, PO Box 326, Ettalong, NSW, 2257. This competition was inspired to continue the legacy of Dr Beryl Collier and Harry Boyle and their commitment to engage young people on the Central Coast in social and environmental justice. Convenor of the Central Coast group, Ms Hale Adasal, said: “This inaugural competition hopes to inspire and engage our local Central Coast high school students to learn how climate change will directly impact their generation, to inspire them into action and work with local organisations to build resilient communities into the future.” Source: Media release, Oct 31 Hale Adasal, Amnesty International Central Coast

“Ms Randell is an example of the outstanding teachers we have at Valley View Public School and a worthy representative from our

school,” said Principal, Ms Mary Hunt. “Ms Randell received her award for her exceptional work in mentoring teachers,” Ms Hunt said. “Every day, teachers make a difference as they inspire and engage young people to learn and succeed,” she said. “Often it is years later that a teacher realises the impact that she or he had on a student,

ember for Terrigal, Mr Adam Crouch, and the NSW Youth Minister, Mr Ray Williams, have acknowledged the achievements of high school students who participated in the 2017 Youth Frontiers Mentoring Program. Youth Frontiers matched students in Year 8 and 9 with local volunteer mentors to work on a community project of the students’ choosing.

Projects included arranging AFL sports days specifically for girls and a program to bring animals into aged care homes. Mr Crouch said Youth Frontiers greatly benefited the local community. “Aside from the direct benefits of each project, what’s wonderful about the program is the community spirit it fosters among the young participants and their peers,” Mr Crouch said. The Central Coast program has been delivered in Ngaruki Gul Gul school and Erina High

School by the YWCA. “Youth Frontiers is an excellent program because it gives young people the tools to become engaged in projects that they are personally interested in and to express themselves,” Youth Frontiers Central Coast co-ordinator, Mr Peter Lyall, said. Mr Williams said it was a pleasure to see the results of the 2017 program. Source: Media release, Oct 24 Kerryanne Delaney, office of Adam Crouch

Students to perform in Schools Spectacular

tudents from four public schools in the Gosford area have been chosen to perform in the Schools Spectacular.

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Previously known as YourTutor, the free online service has a new name and look, but is still providing the same high-quality online support for students. Council’s Director Connected Communities, Ms Julie Vaughan, said that thanks to Studiosity, students are able to obtain quick and beneficial feedback to maximise their results and keep anxiety at bay. “Students can gain study tips to use their time efficiently and effectively, as well as ask questions that they may not feel comfortable directing to teachers, parents or friends,” Ms Vaughan said. “The moment students need help with a homework question, essay or study tips, there is a real-life, expert local tutor just a click away. “What makes Studiosity unique is that it employs a strict ‘no answers’ policy, using online chat tools and interactive whiteboards to provide guidance so that students can gain the skills necessary to solve similar problems in the future. “Essay and report writing feedback is also available,

allowing students to upload files and receive professional advice within 24 hours – perfect for end-of-year essays and written exam practice,” Ms Vaughan said. Studiosity is available for students in years 3-12 from 3:00pm to late, Sunday to Friday, and employs a mix of teachers, university academics and other professional experts. Students can obtain assistance with all core curriculum subjects. Central Coast Mayor, Clr Jane Smith, said, that as a teacher herself, she understands the importance of accessible study help for all students. “This incredible free service from our libraries allows all students to obtain additional help if needed,” Clr Smith said. “Thanks to the new Library Management System, which was launched in October, Studiosity is now also available to library members who previously joined through Central Coast Libraries South. “To help celebrate, Studiosity have extended their service to include tertiary education support for TAFE and first year undergraduate university students studying statistics, economics or accounting for the remainder of the year,” Clr Smith said. TAFE and university students can access Studiosity from 7:00pm to 10:00pm, Sunday to Thursday. Source: Media release, Nov 13 Julie Vaughan, Central Coast Council

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Juvenile Justice Centre students participate in surf program

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ix students from the Girrakool Education Training Unit in the Frank Baxter Juvenile Justice Centre at Kariong, have been upskilling in surf safety for themselves and others.

The 16 to 21 year old students took part in a practical session on Wednesday, October 25 at Umina Beach. The session was part of their progress towards Ocean Surf Safety Award Competency for the Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation and Education. Students who completed the session successfully qualified in demonstrating basic surfing manoeuvres in controlled conditions, and surf survival and rescue skills. Girrakool teacher, Mr Luke Sullivan, said the boys who participate in the course are pre-release, so they have been at Frank Baxter for some time, and are gathering the skills they need to re-enter society. Mr Sullivan said he expected four of the students to achieve their ocean life saving award at Umina Beach.. “The other two are just starting out,” he said. “The boys have been disengaged from education for a huge amount of time and we try to get them qualified,” he

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said. The Girrakool school offers other practical courses including brick laying, hospitality and horticulture, and its student population ranges from between 60 and 100 offenders from all around NSW. “These boys are at Frank Baxter because they have faced fairly substantial sentences and the program is used as an incentive,” Mr Sullivan said. “A lot have never been in the ocean or in the bush before. “I had a young boy recently

who would not let go of me in ankle-deep water, so these programs totally bring them back to a whole new level.” Mr Sullivan said there is more emphasis on getting young offenders successfully back into the community when they are released. “We usually hear about the re-offenders, but there are many good-news stories. “We received an email from someone who is on the Sunshine Coast who is now doing their teaching degree and specialising in outdoor recreation, and he started with

our Certificate II,” he said. According to Mr Sullivan, the boys who may end up in the surf at Umina often have challenging beginnings that result in them becoming juvenile offenders. “They have many challenges to overcome and we attempt to give them a range of skills for when they are released,” he said. Source: Media alert, Oct 23 Interview, Oct 24 Luke Sullivan, Girrakool Education and Training Unit Jackie Pearson, journalist

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lues on the Mountain returns to Mangrove Mountain Heritage Hall on December 9, featuring one of Australia’s best live acts, and the band that’ll be bringing in the new year at Woodford Folk Festival, 19 Twenty. This will be 19-Twenty’s only NSW show in December,

with the band’s hectic touring schedule having them performing in other states. 19 Twenty have been very busy this year, performing at 23 festivals and releasing their fourth studio album. 19 Twenty features Kane Dennelly on vocals and guitars, John Gwilliam on the double bass, and award-winning producer and percussionist, Syd Green (Leonardo’s Bride)

on Drums. Hailing from Wollongong, the band have gathered a huge fan base on the Central Coast. All profits from Blues on the Mountain go towards the upkeep and restoration projects of Mangrove Mountain Hall and Fairview Homestead. Source: Media release, Nov 5 Ryan Howard, Blues on the Mountain

Terrigal Rotary Book Fair to have over 10,000 books for sale

errigal Rotary Club will be holding its Bi-annual Book Fair at the Scout Hall, Terrigal Drive, on November 18 and 19. This book fair is known for being the largest of its kind on the Central Coast and will

include more than 10,000 books for sale. There will be a large variety of paper back and hard back, fiction, non-fiction, biography and many more. Toys, puzzles, CDs and DVDs will also be for sale for $2.50 each.

All profits go towards charities that are supported by Rotary. This year, the profits will go to local schools and youth development projects. Source: Media release, Nov 9 John Millhouse, Rotary Club of Terrigal

Australian Spirit participants including veterans, artists and poets

he four-year multidisciplinary art project, Australian Spirit, is now entering the final stage of its concluding year, with a gathering of the participants in the final phase at Art Studios Cooperative, North Gosford on October 29. The project will culminate with a series of Exhibitions and a Book Launch in late March 2018, followed by a regional tour, beginning in Port Macquarie on April, 2018. The highly successful project, which began on the Centenary of Gallipoli, seeks to commemorate and celebrate the service of Central Coast men and women who have spent time in defence forces, by raising awareness of the sacrifices made by veterans and their families, both during and after their services.

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The project brings community volunteers, visual artists, poets, writers and photographers together with veterans and ex-service personnel to create artworks around the veterans. A team made up of an artist, a writer/Poet, and a photographer, focus on a veteran’s service and create a poem and a visual work of art, inspired by the veterans’ stories and memories. These artworks are presented in exhibitions in galleries and at RSL Clubs around the Coast. There is also a companion high quality commemorative magazine containing the collection of creative works sold to assist with funding the project. So far three commemorative magazines have been produced with a hardbound final edition due out at the end of this final phase. Over the three years, 160 Central Coast residents have

taken part, including 75 veterans, 37 artists, 29 poets, 11 photographers, and 10 volunteers. The exhibitions have been seen by thousands of locals and the Australian Spirit books have nearly sold out. In this creative phase, which goes through to Anzac Day 2018, 66 people are due to participate, including 20 veterans. The aim of the Regional Tour of the 2018 Australian Spirit Exhibition is to share the veterans’ stories in as many locations as possible and to encourage artists across the state to perhaps emulate the project, to raise awareness of their own community’s veterans and to encourage local artists to consider the rich source of inspiration the veterans’ stories can be. Source: Media release, Oct 31 Leasha Craig, Australian Spirt

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Stormcellar to feature at final Brackets and Jam for 2017

he Brackets and Jam South Crew will be hosting another night of live entertainment and drumming on December 1, on top of Kincumba Mountain. Musicians such as Woodie McClean, a young singer song writer from Newcastle, The Wondermen, and Stormcellar, will be performing on the night. Stormcellar are one of Australia’s most original roots bands, writing music that fuses traditional 20th century styles with modern themes and sounds. Stormcellar’s ninth album, ‘Defiance’, has just been

released, marking the conclusion of a three-part writing and recording project that has taken them from the mid-west of rural NSW, to the mid-west and East Coast of the United States of America, in search of the shared myth that connects Celtic, Folk, Roots, Blues, Country and Rock. A drum jam and final dance opportunity for attendees will conclude the event. Vegetarian food made by kitchen volunteers will be available at the venue but outside food and drink is welcome. Source: Media release, Nov 14 Noel Plummer, Brackets and Jam

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Christmas Fair to have over 160 stalls and all day entertainment for all ages

he Christmas Fair will be turning 10 this year and will be returning to Mt Penang Gardens and Event Park, Kariong, on December 3. To celebrate the 10-year anniversary, the event will feature a variety of entertainment that will include over 160 hand-picked, highquality local arts and crafts stalls, international food zones and fresh seasonal produce areas, puddings,

cakes, Eastcoast Beverages’ Smoothie Bar, Six String Brewery Pop Up Bar, local food vendors and wines, fermented foods, yummy snacks and lots more. Entertainment and free allday activities include live music all day, including a special Coast-only set from local heroes Winterbourne, The Fields, Molly Millington, Elaskia and Asha. Buskers from Fairplay Entertainment will also perform across the whole

party site. There will also be a huge free kid’s area that will include roving magicians, paper aeroplane making, lawn games and races, and Christmas characters with Little Puppet World, Switcharoo Circus, Party Chameleon Lawn Kids Area, Mini Jeeps, Little Kickers interactive football, RYSS interactive bus, games under the trees and lots more. Photo opportunities with Santa will be available on the day with generous thanks to

Belle Coastal Property Kilcare. Local foodie, Ms Julie Goodwin, will make a special appearance and book signing. Free parking will be available across the whole location with the Kangoo Rd Entry being the easiest entry and exit to the venue. There will be designated disabled parking zones in Kangoo Rd and Festival Dr. Source: Media release, Nov 12 Brad and Bianca Cardis, Fixx Events

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Historical Society bus trip he Brisbane Water Historical Society is running a bus trip to the historical Lindesay House Christmas Gift Fair at Darling Point.

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Attendance reached over 1,000, from Australia’s wealthiest to Central Coast locals and domestic travellers, as well as 230 registered international bidders joining the auction online. Cars for sale included a 1971 Ford Falcon GTHO Phase III, of which there are fewer than 100 models in the world, which sold for $520,000. A Lamborghini Countach 5000 QV sold for half a million dollars. Other crowd pleasers included a 1970 Mazda Cosmo HB Limited which fetched $124,500. After the recent closure of the Holden factory, another popular item was a 1961

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Holden EK Special, selling for $21,250. A special item sold was a single seater junior motor racer, Formula Vee, which went for $14,000, having all profits donated to NSW Kids in Need. Gosford Classic Car Museum is a longstanding partner of the charity and their support will see over $90,000 distributed to Central Coast Kids in Need, Bear Cottage Children’s Hospice and the Burns Unit at the Children’s Hospital at

Westmead. Other popular items included a 21 window Volkswagen Kombi and a Triumph TR4 Roadster. With 60 per cent of the vehicles sold on auction night, significant interest continued in the days following, with interested parties still in negotiation with the Museum. Mr Tony Denny, owner of Gosford Classic Car Museum, said: “The event was spectacular and we were thrilled with the strong interest

from Australia and overseas. “What a way to get the Central Coast on the map.” Mr Peter Debnam, Chairman of NSW Kids in Need, said: “We thank Tony and Gosford Classic Car Museum for their wonderful generosity. “It was great to see the auction up close and meet the generous purchaser of the Formula Vee,” Mr Debnam said. Source: Media release, Nov 6 Savannah Fielder, Red Agency

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New bus timetables new train timetable has had flow-on effects for Central Coast bus services, with Busways and Red Bus taking the opportunity to make changes to their timetables to improve connections for passengers.

While most services will be unaffected, Member for Gosford, Ms Liesl Tesch, said she encouraged locals to check for any changes before their next bus ride. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Timetable changes donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t

happen often, so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s good to make sure passengers are across any changes before they get to their stop.â&#x20AC;? Ms Tesch said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The last thing anyone wants is to be waiting for a bus that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t come at that time anymore.â&#x20AC;? Changes will be made to existing bus times to align with the new train timetable to ensure that passengers are at the station at the right time. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These changes will mean better connections for passengers, making it even easier to decide whether to leave the car at home on the

morning commute.â&#x20AC;? Ms Tesch said. Bus providers have worked to make it easier for passengers to change between different modes of public transport. Parents are also encouraged to check for changes to school bus services. New bus timetables will take effect from November 26 and are available from the Transport for NSW information website under the â&#x20AC;&#x153;valid from 26 Nov 2017â&#x20AC;? timetable. Source: Media release, Oct 27 Richard Mehrtens, office of Liesl Tesch

Lounge Room will celebrate Social Inclusion Week he Lounge Room, a multi-arts venue in Mann St, North Gosford, will celebrate Social Inclusion Week by officially launching its own, brand new, accessibility refurbishments.

To celebrate becoming a fully inclusive and accessible creative venue, The Lounge

Room will be bringing the best of everything it has to offer together for the event, which will commence at 6:00pm on November 25. Dinner will be available for guests to purchase and they will enjoy an opportunity to get a taste of various regular events such as Game on, Drama Night and Writers Group. Other attractions will be Live storytelling from Long Story

Short, SpeakUP Spoken Word Poets, 2017 Winners of Live at The Lounge Room: Mila Lexi and Libby Ingels, and a DJ Dance Party. All proceeds from this event support the work of MMAD (Musicians Making a Difference), using creative mentoring to transform young lives.

Bootleg Rascal to perform at Rhythm Hut

ip-hop band, Bootleg Rascal, supported by Moon Dogs, will be playing their first show ever in Gosford, at The Rhythm Hut on Friday, December 1. This band started to rise in 2014 with their single, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Oh I knowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, which got itself onto

Triple J radio station and then started to be played on other national community radio stations such as 4ZZZ, PBS and 2SER. In the same year they released an album called â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Asleep in The Machineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; which was added to Triple Jâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rotation list the week of its release. They have also been played on Triple Jâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Like a Version where they covered the

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PLAYGROUP Spinning and weaving, patchwork Parents and children meet and quilting, felting and other fibre and fabric crafts, community socially. Make friends, learn more about parenting. 0 to 5 yrs quilting bees - Day and Night Wed - Fri 10am-12noon Groups Gosford Uniting Church Hall 4325 4743 129 Donnison St Gosford www.cottagecrafts.net.au 4325 3695

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

CENTRAL COAST COMMUNITY LEGAL CENTRE Not for profit service providing free legal advice. Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm 4353 4988 centralcoast@clc.net.au

CENTRAL COAST 50+ SINGLES SOCIAL GROUP Invites Ladies & Gents for dinner, dancing - BBQs & socialising each w/e. Friendly group monthly programme all areas 0412 200 571 0437 699 366 50pssg@gmail.com

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VOLUNTEERING CENTRAL COAST Refer potential volunteers to community organisations. Provide support to volunteers and community organisations. Provide training to volunteers and managers of volunteers Information sessions “Bridge to Volunteering” held regularly. 4329 7122 recruit@volcc.org.au

WILDLIFE ARC

We rescue and care for injured and orphan native animals. 24hr/day, 7days/ week. Come join us. Gen Meeting 3rd Sun Wyoming Community Centre, Maidens Brush Rd Wyoming at 10am 4325 0666

COMMUNITY CENTRES COMMUNITY CENTRES provide the local community with a meeting place and hub for groups, services and information.

KINCUMBER NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE • Exercise classes • Yoga for adults and children • Community eco garden • Room hire • Health support groups • Counselling • After school activities 4363 1044 www.kincumber.nsw.au

MINGALETTA ABORIGINAL TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER CORPORATION A meeting place and referral hub for education, health, well-being and cultural programs through consultative services and community programs. Mon-Fri 9am-4pm 6 Sydney Ave Umina 4342 7515 admin@mingaletta.com.au

TERRIGAL FIFTY PLUS LEISURE AND LEARNING CENTRE Activities include fitness, yoga, bridge, mahjong, zumba gold, line dancing, tai chi, painting, craft and computer classes. 43845152

WYOMING COMMUNITY CENTRE Yoga & Zumba classes, Art and Craft classes, Playgroup & Vacation Care, Support groups, Book Club, Community Garden, Rooms for Hire, Work Development Orders, Centrelink Volunteer hours 4323 7483 reception@wyomingcc.org.au

HEALTH GROUPS

Avoca Beach Bowling Club 4382 3372 www.probussouthpacific.org/ microsites/avocabeach

Rooms for Hire 4329 4477

meet every Wed 12.30pm Someone cares - Anglican Church 3 Mann St Gosford 4323 3890

BETTER HEARING AUSTRALIA CENTRAL COAST

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CENTRAL COAST PROSTATE admin@gnnc.com.au CANCER SUPPORT GROUP (WYONG) GREEN POINT COMMUNITY Meet last Monday Month CENTRE

Toukley RSL Club - Homes Ave OOSH cave, exersize classes, Toukley - 10.00am to 12 noon school holiday programs, 4356 9300 At Breakers Country Club pension playgroup, arts & craft, room hire, www.pcfa.org.au and much more. and welfare officers available to 4367 7591 assist with DVA compensation DYING WITH DIGNITY NSW, claims and benefits CENTRAL COAST Wed & Fri 10am – Midday KARIONG NEIGHBOURHOOD Working to give those Meetings 2nd Sat 10am CENTRE suffering unrelievedly from 43842661 Early childhood clinic, free family terminal or incurable illness rsl@breakerscc.com.au law advice, active playgroup, the legal right to request & computer classes, OOSH services, receive medical help to die The NSW Justices fitness classes, arts & crafts, Quarterly Meetings over 50’s friendship group, youth Association Inc 4369 8053 group, social groups and many Seeking volunteers for 8 more services. community JP Desks 4340 1724 Monday Erina Fair & Imperial wwww.knc.net.au Centre Gosford 9am-1pm

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Counsellors provide free, confidential, professional service to gamblers, family and friends. Woy Woy, Kincumber, Gosford, The Entrance. 4344 7992

GROW Support Groups Small friendly groups formed to learn how to overcome anxiety, depression and loneliness and to improve mental health and wellbeing. Anonymous, free and open to all. Weekly at Woy Woy, Bateau Bay and Wyong 1800 558 268 www.grow.org.au

MEALS ON WHEELS Delicious meals delivered free Join us for a midday meal Help with shopping and cooking classes 4363 7111

SYMPHONY CENTRAL COAST Community Orchestra welcomes new memberships to join our ranks Rehearsales every Wednesday 7.30 to 9.45pm at Erina info@sympnony centralcoast.com.au

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Enjoy social outings and community involvment. Wyong Club Meets 3rd Wed 6.30pm Terrigal Club Meets 3rd Mon 12 noon Gosford North 2nd Wed 7pm 0417 480 549 or 0407 008 555

CENTRAL COAST SOARING CLUB INC Gliding Club, Learn to fly, Instruction FREE to members 14 and up for Training Flying at Bloodtree Rd Mangrove Mountain Thur, Sat, Sun ( weather permitting) 0412 164 082 0414 635 047 www.ccsoaring.com.au

LIONS CLUB OF WOY WOY 1st and 3rd Mon. Woy Woy Leagues Club Make new friends and have fun while serving your community. 0478 959 895

Active showband available to play at your community function. Wide ranging repertuore. Always seeking new members, come and ROTARY CLUB OF have fun with music. Follow us on GOSFORD Facebook - Every Mon 5 - 7pm Gosford Golf Club 6pm Thursdays Kincumber Uniting Church Supporting local and overseas 4365 4414 communities come along and www.tempoterrific.com share fellowship and fun. tempoterrific@live.com 0414 777 748

HISTORY GROUPS

POLITICAL PARTY

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CENTRAL COAST GREENS

ROTARY CLUB OF GOSFORD NORTH

CENTRAL COAST PENSION & WELFARE OFFICER NETWORK Group of Volunteers, trained by DVA, to look after servicemen & women. Ourimbah RSL Club 10:30am 2nd Fri - Feb to Nov 4322 1505

NATIONAL PARKS ASSOCIATION CENTRAL COAST Twice weekly bush walks, varying distances and grades of difficulty. Explore, enjoy scenery, fauna, floral, history. Keep fit and make friends. 4389 4423 or 4332 7378

The Central Coast Greens Active community minded club. Many projects focussed on Open Tue to Fri 9.30am - 2.30pm For a fairer, more transparent and accountable government based assisting youth. Support our great First Sat 9.30 - noon on democratic principles projects, get involved with our fun SPIRITUALITY IN THE PUB Thur 7pm - 9pm Local, state-wide, national Ecumenical & Interfaith Speakers club. Graham Black Other times by appointment. and international issues and Forum & Q&A with focus on 0410 509 071 4324 5164 campaigns - Council and developing understanding and grahamblack@iprimus.com.au www.centralcoastfhs.org.au parliamentary representation encouraging dialogue about admin@centralcoasths.org.au Developing a new economy spirituality through people ROTARY CLUB OF Protecting our environment sharing their life journeys. BRISBANE WATER KARIONG/SOMERSBY Peaceful conflict resolution 1st Tues March to October International service club HISTORICAL SOCIETY Community participation 2nd Tues November improves lives of communities • Coach tours • School We meet monthly every 3rd 7.30 to 9pm in Australia and overseas. Funeducational tours • Annual Street Thu - Details and info: Grange Hotel Wyoming filled activities, fellowship and Stalls • Participation in History centralcoast.nsw.greens.org.au 4328 2596 - 0498 588 261 friendship breakfasts. Phillip Heritage Week Celebration centralcoastgreens@gmail.com House, 21 Old Mount Penang Rd Margaret Pearce (opp Shell) - Fri 7:15am 4325 2270 AUSTRALIAN LABOR PARTY 4340 4529

WOMEN’S GROUPS

FELLOWSHIP OF FIRST ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS FLEETERS CENTRAL COAST

Hearing loss management Support and educational group 7 groups across the coast GOSFORD 50+ LEISURE Providing practical experience (Singles over 55) AND LEARNING CENTRE and confidence Luncheons Handicraft, Painting, Knitting, Tai Learn the benefits to hearing aids 1st and 3rd Sundays monthly Chi, Scrabble, Darts, Table Tennis, 4321 0275 at various licensed venues Indoor Bowls, Patchwork, Yoga, www.centralcoast. 43321 695 (after 2pm) Fitness, Gentle Swimming, Line betterhearingaustralia.org.au Dancing, Cards, Variety Social, Womens Group, Zumba, Crochet, GOSFORD NORTH CENTRAL COAST PROSTATE Computers PROBUS CLUB CANCER SUPPORT GROUP 4304 7065 Meets 4th Tuesday at the Grange (GOSFORD) Hotel Monthy meeting 4th Meet last Friday Month GOSFORD-NARARA Tuesday Grange Hotel 10am Terrigal Uniting Church 43225560 NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE 380 Terrigal Dre, Terrigal School Holiday activities, 9.30am to 12 noon playgroup, multicultural PROBUS CLUB OF AVOCA 4367 9600 programs, community activities 10.15am 3rd Mon

CENTRAL COAST SUNDAY LUNCH BUNCH

GAMBLING SOLUTIONS

For anyone interested in early history or early family histories. Don’t need to be a First Fleeter. Point Clare Community Hall 2nd Sat 10:30am 4392 1926 4311 6254

OURIMBAH/ NARARA BRANCH

Discussion/action community issues - 3 levels of Government Niagara Park Primary School 7.30pm 1st Mon each month 0410 309 494

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Empowering women of all ages in the areas of work, education, well-being and friendship. Monthly dinner meetings and speaker. Community transport available to and from centre Chris Levis 0438 989 199

Attention business owners - if you keen to grow your business and in the process build bpwcentralcoast@hotmail.com worthwhile relationships, attend a www.bpw.com.au/central-coast Biz Networking breakfast. Develop confidence by improving Every Thur 7:15am - 9am BRISBANE WATER BRASS your speaking skills. Meetings are COUNTRY WOMEN’S Erina Leagues Club Brass Band entertainment for the entertaining and educational. ASSOCIATION (CWA) Geoff Neilson community playing all types of Quilting, patchwork, spinning, network@bizplus.com.au popular music BRISBANE WATERS knitting, crochet and more Rehearsal every Tues. 9am-2pm BREAKFAST CCLC BRIDGE CLUB 7.30pm-10pm Every Fri, Opposite TOASTMASTERS CLUB Duplicate Bridge-partner not 0419 274 012 Terrigal Bowling Club 8:30am-10:30am required for most sessions. 4385 9503 or 4384 3696 2nd and Last Sat - The Hive and Central Coast Leagues Club COASTAL A CAPPELLA Library, Erina Shopping Centre 12.30pm Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri. Dynamic award winning GOSFORD RSL 0459 240 183 Sat 1.30pm Wed 7.15pm Mon women’s a cappella chorus SUB-BRANCH 4325 9854 new members www.cclcbridgeclub.asn.au BLUE GUM FLAT WOMEN’S AUXILIARY always welcome. cclcbridgeclub@westnet.com.au Music eduction provided Raise money for the welfare of TOASTMASTERS Lots of Performance veterans and their families. RSL Mthly meetings 1st and opportunities, or hire us Club West Gosford CENTRAL COAST 3rd Mon 7.15-9.30pm for your next event. 4th Mon 2pm Ourimbah RSL GOJU-KAI KARATE 0412 948 450 4323 7336 4362 7227 Traditional Karate & Self Defence coastalacappella@gmail.com for Teens & Adults CENTRAL COAST WOMEN’S No Contracts, Cheap Rates SOUNDWAVES Wamberal - Mon 630pm HEALTH CENTRE Men’s acapella 4 part harmony Kincumber - Thurs 715pm Counseling, therapeutic and GOSFORD WOLD VISION chorus - all ages 7pm Mon 0417 697 096 social groups, workshops, COMMUNITY GROUP Central Coast Leagues Club www.centralcoastgojudomestic violence and abuse Make new friends while helping Kieran - 0407 267 675 kaikarate.com.au issues. All services provided by your local world vision group khutton58@gmail.com women for women raise funds, monies raised jbthomson51@gmail.com 4324 2533 benefits Indigenious Australians CENTRAL COAST LAPIDARY www.cccwhc.com.au and families and communities CLUB MINERALS & GEMS SYDNEY WELSH CHOIR Learn silverwork, Cabochons, Cultural organisation performing world wide to overcome poverty SOROPTIMIST and injustice. Faceting, Enamelling, Stone at various venues to promote INTERNATIONAL 4th Tue monthly 11am Field-trips & fossicking the Welsh culture with singing, Presbyterian Church Young St Weekly Workshops BRISBANE WATER Also performing for charity fund West Gosford Tues and Thurs 8.30am Making a difference in the lives raising. 0400 586 760 2.30pm. Thurs 6-10pm of women and girls through 4369 3378 10 Ourimbah Creek Rd Ourimbah Awareness, Advocacy and 4362 2246 Action by supporting local and INNER WHEEL CLUBS OF national projects CENTRAL COAST 2nd Thur 7 pm Breakers Country Wyong, Terrigal & Club, Dover Rd, Wamberal Gosford North Clubs sibrisbanewater@@siswp.org Women working together to make www.siswp.org a difference and imprive lives while making new friends.

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PUBLIC SPEAKING

SERVICE GROUPS

If you would like your Community Organisation listed here, call us on 4325 7369 or see www.centralcoastnewspapers.com Entries in the Not For Profit Community Organisations Directory are free. However, we require each organisation to subscribe to each newspaper to ensure that someone from that organisation keeps their entry up to date. Australia Post is about to increase their postage rates by over 42% and we can no longer continue to absorb these increases. Subscription rates have therefore needed to be increased from $50 to $75 for 25 editions.

Australian Under 20 championships to be held at Basketball Stadium osford City Basketball and Sports Stadium is facing one of its busiest times of the year, with many major events coming up.

Experienced basketball player and referee, Mr Matthew Skinner, joined the basketball association in October as General Manager, and will be the leading organiser of the coming events. “February 7 to 11 will see Gosford City Basketball hosting the Australian Under 20 and Ivor Burge Basketball Championships for persons with an intellectual disability, bringing some of the brightest young talent from around the country to the Central Coast,” said Mr Skinner. “The Under 20’s and Ivor Burge are really quite special tournaments, as you’ve got some of Australia’s most exciting young basketball talent, as well as the

inspirational play that comes from the Ivor Burge teams,” said Mr Skinner. With nearly 25 years of experience in basketball as a referee, player, coach and administrator, Mr Skinner said he had seen a lot of change over his time in the game. “Our game is growing at a phenomenal rate on the Central Coast. “We’ve now got over 2,100 members playing here at Terrigal, which means that most nights of the week, we’ve got all four courts running,” he said. The team at Scholastic Sports Stadium doesn’t just stop at basketball though, with netball, volleyball, futsal and school sport being played on a weekly basis. During the day, they also host various activities for children aged two to five, such as: Ready, Steady, Go Kids; Little Kickers; Little Rugby; and, dance and tap lessons.

“As a kid who grew up having my summer holidays at Avoca Beach, it’s great to come back to the Central Coast region and to get the opportunity to be a part of our community here,” he said. The Sports Stadium will also be hosting their annual preseason basketball carnival, the Coastal Classic, on February 3 and 4 for Division 2 teams, and on February 24 and 25 for Division 1 teams. Teams from the Sydney metropolitan area, Newcastle, Maitland and the mid North Coast, will attend to test themselves before the NSW State Junior Leagues get underway in March. March 3 will see the commencement of the Molten Waratah Eastern Junior League and March 10 will see the commencement of Molten Waratah Basketball League. Source: Email, Nov 13 Matthew Skinner, Gosford City Basketball and Sports Stadium

The Gosford Diary For events in post code areas 2250, 2260 and 2251

If you’ve got something happening in Gosford LGA area over the next few weeks, let us know about it and we’ll list it here for you, for free. Contact details are on page 2. See the Peninsula News for events in post code areas 2256 & 2257 and the Wyong Regional Chronicle for events in post code areas 2258, 2259, 2261, 2262 & 2263

Thursday, Nov 16 Lazarus Duo, Avoca beach Seafoods, 5:30pm to 7:30pm

Friday, Nov 17 My Aged Care Information Session, Narara Neighbourhood Centre, 10:00am to 12:00pm Live From 5, Kibble Park, Gosford Brisbane Water Historical Society Bus Trip to Historic Lindesay House Christmas Gift Fair at Darling Point, 8:00am to 5:00pm, bookings essential Shaun Wilson, Elanora Hotel, East Gosford, 7:30pm

Rotary Club of Terrigal Book Fair, The Scout Hall, Terrigal Drive, 8:00am to 4:00pm and Nov 19 Tough Mudder Half and Full Course, Glenworth Valley, 16-20km mud obstacle challenge to November 19

Sunday, Nov 19 Tempo Terrific Band, Tea and Tunes, Kincumber Uniting Church, 3:00pm

Gosford Christmas Parade, Kibble Park, Gosford Best of The Lounge Room, celebrating launch of accessibility refurbishments including dinner, tasters from game On, drama Night and Writers’ Group, Long story Short, Dance Party, from 6:00pm, 342 Mann St Gosford, bookings essential Ben Woodham, Kincumber Hotel, 7:00pm

Tuesday, Nov 21 Sunday, Nov 26 Community Strategic Plan community workshop, Smartwork Hub Gosford, 10:00am to 1:00pm, bookings essential

Saturday, Nov 18 Legends of League tournament, Central Coast Stadium Community Strategic Plan workshop, The Erina Centre, 1:00pm to 4:00pm, bookings essential

Saturday, Nov 25

Friday, Nov 24 Opera Australia’s star tenor Simon Kim with soprano Michaele Archer, Opera Vita, Avoca Beach Picture Theatre, bookings essential

Avoca Beachside Markets, Heazlett Park Foreshore, Avoca Beach 9:00am to 2:00pm Clans of the Central Coast, meet and greet, Park, Masons Parade, Gosford, next to Sailing Club, free sausage sizzle, 11:00am to 3:00pm Narara Eco Village Open Day, 25 Research Rd, Narara, from 10:30am

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Tim Schofield in national squad to compete in international lifesaving championship events errigal Surf Life Saving Club member, Tim Schofield, has been named in a 10-strong national squad that will contest the German Cup on November 2526, before shifting to the Netherlands for the Orange Cup on December 2-3.

The Australians will be out to continue their proud

track record at the European competitions, and to get a first-hand look at potential opponents for the 2018 World Lifesaving Championships to be staged in Adelaide. Schofield is highly experienced on the international stage and has also captained his country. Those chosen to wear the green and gold for the trip will also be a part of history at the Orange Cup as, for the first time in the eight decade existence

of the Australian Life Saving Team, two senior capped teams will be competing on the same weekend. The German Cup and Orange Cup represent a golden chance for those selected to make their case for inclusion in the national side that will travel to Adelaide, with the extended squad to be reduced to the final team in May. Source: Media release, Oct 27 Rob Pidgeon, SLS NSW

SERVICES DIRECTORY AMBULANCE, POLICE, FIRE 000 Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Organisations Aboriginal Legal Service 8842 8000 Community Options 4351 3388 Bungree Aboriginal Association 4397 7700 Mingaletta 4342 7515 Aboriginal Home Care 4321 7215 Drug & Alcohol rehab 4388 6360 Respite Care Options 4351 3388 Eleanor Duncan Aboriginal Health 4351 1040 Darkinjung Local Land Council 4351 2930

Accommodation Dept. of Housing Gosford 4323 5211 Regional Youth Support Services 4323 2374 Coast Shelter 4324 7239 Neleh House 4340 1052 Elandra Women and Children’s Refuge 4396 4263 Kara Women and Children’s Refuge 4323 1709 Coimba Mens Refuge 4324 7239 Rumbalara Youth Refuge 4325 7555 Wyong Youth Refuge 4351 1922 Youth Angle 4341 8830 Woy Woy Youth Cottage 4341 9027 Maya Young Womens Refuge 4323 1636 Pacific Link Com Housing 4324 7617 Rumbalara Youth Refuge 4325 7555 Youth Angle • Woy Woy 4341 8830 Temporary Accommodation 1800 152 152

Animal Rescue Wildlife Arc 4325 0666 Wires 1300 094 737

Counselling Mensline - talk with a bloke 1300 789 978 Lifecare Family Services 1300 130 225 CatholicCare: 4356 2600 Relationship Australia: 1300 364 277 Interrelate: 1800 449 118

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

Crisis Services and Helplines Lifeline - 24 hr. 13 11 14 Suicide Helpline 1800 191 919 Kids Helpline 1800 551 800 Parents Helpline 13 20 55 Indigenous Call Centre 136 380 Family Relationship Advice Line 1800 050 321

Family Drug Support 1300 368 186 G-line - Gambling Helpline 1800 633 635 Credit Helpline 1800 808 488 Child Support Agency 13 12 72 Australian Injury Helpline 1800 223 363 Veteran Affairs Net work 1300 551 918 Mens Domestic Violence 1800 000 599 Sexual Assault Resource 1800 199 888 Gay and Lesbian Counselling 1800 184 527 Gay and Lesbian Support 1800 249 377 Youth Sexuality Network 4320 2856 Vietnam Veterans 1800 043 503 Victims Support Services 1800 633 063 Translation and Interpreting Service 13 14 50

Family and Relationships Parents Helpline 132 055 Central Coast Family Support Service 4340 1099 Horizons (For men with children) 4351 5008 Interrelate - Family Relationships 1300 736 966 Uniting Care Burnside Gosford 1800 067 967

Health Gosford Hospital 4320 2111 Cancer Hotline 131 120 Mental Health info Service 1300 794 991 Sexual Health @ Gosford Hospital 4320 2114 Beyond Blue (Depression) 1300 22 4636

Problems, Habits & Addiction G-Line Telephone Counsel 1800 633 635 Gamblers Anonymous 9726 6625 Alcoholics Anonymous 4323 3890 Narcotics Anonymous 4325 0524 Quitline 131 848

Phone services: Mental Health Line 1800 011 511 Beyondblue 1300 224 636 Domestic Violence Line 1800 656 463 Lifeline 13 11 14 Kids Help Line 1800 551 800 Griefline 1300 845 745 Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467

Welfare Services Donnison St. Restaurant 4325 3510 Central Coast Family Support Services 4340 1585 Horizons Family Services 4351 5008 Meals on Wheels Gosford 4363 7111 Woy Woy 4341 6699 Department of Community Services Gosford - 4336 2400 The Salvation Army 4325 5733 Samaritans Emergency Relief 4393 2450 St Vincent De Paul Society HELPLINE 4323 6081

also, see the Not for Profit organisations directory inside

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Mariners outplay entral Coast Mariners, in front of a Friday night crowd of just under 8000, outplayed reigning champions Sydney FC to achieve a 2-0 win, their first victory of the season.

Something finally gelled, and the 2-0 win against Sydney FC was the result of a coherent team performance, by far the best of the season to date, if not the best home performance for the past couple of years. Central Coast Mariners’ usually-reserved Head Coach, Mr Paul Okon, could not contain his delight at full

time, fist-punching the air and joining in a locker-room rendition of “Riding on the Horses”. Sydney FC found themselves unbeaten at the top of the table as they went into round six, while Central Coast Mariners still hadn’t managed a win and desperately needed to prove themselves in front of their home crowd. Sydney had won eight of the last nine matches between the two teams and hadn’t lost a game against the Mariners since 2014. They both went into the match as the two teams with the greatest number of successful passes in the league, with Sydney FC star

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Brilliante attempting more passes in opposition territory than any other player. Ben Kennedy was given the opportunity to achieve his second clean sheet in a row in goals for the Mariners, with Tom Glover out indefinitely with a shoulder injury. Jake McGing took Storm Roux’s position at right back while Storm was on international duty for New Zealand. Sydney started the first half with an attack, as Alex Wilkinson missed a chance from a set piece for the away side, but the Mariners took possession in the second minute and started putting passes together. The sublime passing and footwork skills of Hoole, Asdrubal, de Silva and Hiariej were on display, but this was the game when the combination play between individual performers clicked

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into place and the Mariners were able to dominate. Just before the 10th minute, Connor Pain had a shot that was on target and forced Sydney’s keeper, Andrew Redmayne, to make his first save. The first home goal came in the 18th minute, via a stunning

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The Mariners kept their defensive composure in the face of Sydney attacks and corners, and managed to keep pressure on the visitors for the remainder of the first half, with several fine runs into the Sydney box.

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reigning champions Sydney FC’s stars, particularly Bobo, were shut down by Hiariej, to the delight of the Mariners’ fans. The four extra minutes at the end of the first half, added by the referee, did see the home side under pressure, with several Sydney corners and at least one shot needing to be cleared by Ben Kennedy to ensure the home side retained their one goal lead at half time. Kwanbena Appiah took the field for the second half, replacing Asdrubal, and the final 45 minutes restarted with even more intensity than the first. A hand ball by Baro gave Sydney a free kick within range, but it bounced straight off the Mariner’s defensive wall. Sydney’s Milos Ninkovic went down on the goal line and Ben Kennedy called for first aid support. Brosque had an impressive and on-target shot at around the 50th minute, but McGing’s defence was also worth seeing, and Sydney’s hopes of equalising were kept at bay. At minute 56, the unexpected happened, and Jake McGing’s header from a corner gave the Central Coast Mariners a second goal against Sydney FC. Home town boy, Mat Simon, took the field for Sydney, replacing Carney at minute 62 but, try as he may, Simon could not upset his former club. Hoole and Pain continued to keep the visitors rattled and the referee certainly needed to put his yellow card to use. A run by Appiah at the 70th minute arguably should have resulted in a Mariners’ corner, from a deflection, but Sydney was given a goal kick. Graham Arnold decided to switch Sydney to a 4-4-2 formation, another sign that the reigning champions were not having a good night at the office. At minute 75, Appiah had the perfect set up for the third

Andrew Hoole kicking the first of the Mariners's goals against Sydney FC

Mariners’ goal, but it rolled across the mouth of the goal. In the last 15 minutes, Sydney FC had multiple chances, including a free kick and numerous corners, but the home side held on, and the interplay between Golec and Baro in defence also seemed to cement itself for the first time in the season. Baro was given a second yellow card, reducing the

Mariners’ to 10 men for the final six minutes of ordinary time. Ben Kennedy needed to work hard in the final minutes of the game to retain his clean sheet, but did so for the second time in as many games, to ensure the Mariners went to full time two points to nil against Sydney FC. “I think we tried hard, we worked hard and the Mariners were red hot tonight, you’ve got to give them credit,” said

Sydney FC’s Head Coach, Mr Graham Arnold, after the match, commenting on Sydney’s first loss in 19 games. “We expect to win every game that we go into and that didn’t happen tonight,” he said. Mariners’ Head Coach, Mr Paul Okon, was caught on camera at full time in a moment of jubilation, then filmed singing and dancing with his team in their dressing room.

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He had regained his composure before meeting the press for his post-match interview. “We were probably very close last time we were here against Victory, so tonight it was important,” Mr Okon said of the team’s first win for the year. “It was more than just a performance tonight. “I had a real strong feeling we were going to play our football.

“Tonight was about not letting anything slip. “Every win is special and I haven’t had too many, so it is a nice, big occasion for us as a club, it is our first win, it is against the champions, it is our benchmark.” Mr Okon said it was great to be momentarily in the top six for the first time in two years, but his focus was on the home crowd and winning more matches at home. “We want to win more games at home and we have got a tough one on Thursday night. “We only hope that after tonight there is more belief in us from our supporters.” Mr Okon said he had sent a personal message to Tom Hiariej before the game to emphasise the player’s importance to the side. “I sent a message to Tom today telling him that if he was serious, we needed him to be our best player. “He promised me and he delivered. “It is not a surprise, we knew his qualities, but it is never easy when you come to a country as a foreign player,” he said. “I don’t think that in any of our previous five games we have lacked intensity, and it has always been our intention to try to dominate the opposition. “Adelaide is a strong team but we are at home and we are playing good football, so we are going to make sure we bring that mindset to the game,” he said. The Mariners’ meet Adelaide United at Central Coast Stadium on Thursday, November 16 at 7:50pm. Source: Match notes, Nov 10 Central Coast Mariners v Sydney FC Press conference notes, Nov 10 Paul Okon, Central Coast Mariners Graham Arnold, Sydney FC Jackie Pearson, journalist Photos: Noel Fisher

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