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Central Coast commuters could shave 15 minutes off their trip to Sydney by avoiding multiple sets of traffic lights, once NorthConnex opens in a few months’ time. See page 3

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Upper House blocks bill to freeze nurses’ wages Member for Gosford, Liesl Tesch, has hailed the blocking of the State Government’s plan to freeze the wages of public sector workers as a “win for compassion and good sense”.

The Upper House blocked the move on Tuesday evening, June 2, with the matter set to go to the Industrial Relations Commission (IRC) on June 4. The move follows widespread public protests, with Central

Coast health workers rallying as late as Tuesday morning in the rain outside Gosford Hospital, ahead of the Upper House vote. Branch Secretary of the NSW Nurses and Midwives

Association (NSWNMA), Meg Pendrick, said at the rally that if the 2.5% wage increase due on July 1 was rescinded, members feared the freeze could last as long as four years.

Councillors will be asked to endorse a multi-storey carpark at Central Coast Stadium as the preferred solution to Gosford’s parking woes and progress it to the design stage at the next Council meeting on June 9. See page 7

“COVID-19 is not over yet and our expected 2.5% increase would only bring us more in line with cost of living rises,” Pendrick said. Continued page 6

A project that artist, Pete Rush, of Wamberal started “just for fun” has brought joy to countless residents and visitors during the recent period of social isolation.

APL England clean-up continues The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has laid charges against the Master of the APL England cargo ship which lost about 50 shipping containers overboard in rough seas early last week, causing debris and damaged shipping containers to be strewn

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Five containers washed up at Birdie Beach last week while another five containers crashed onto rocks at Bateau Bay, with others floating off Norah Head and Terrigal and in the Hawkesbury River. Continued page 4

Working from home could become the new norm, even after the coronavirus threat is behind us, according to the NBN Australian Covid-19 Behavioural Change Survey. See page 25

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World Bee Day was on May 20 and Member for Gosford and avid apiarist, Liesl Tesch, has renewed calls for the State Government to provide a recovery plan for struggling NSW beekeepers

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Back to school Thousands of Central Coast school children are set to return to the classroom from May 25, as all public schools resume full-time face to face teaching. Catholic schools across the Coast are also set to make a full return to school from the 25th, bar MacKillop Catholic College, which will return to full schooling the week after. Parliamentary Secretary for

the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said a significant amount of work had been done to make sure all schools were COVID-19 ready, with thousands of bottles of hand sanitizer, as well as hygiene and cleaning supplies, distributed to every public school on the Coast and a $250M cleaning program having been undertaken statewide. The move follows the success

of part-time face-to-face teaching, which has been underway since May 11. Crouch said while some activities like assemblies and excursions will not occur, having students back at school full-time means their education can progress. “Each school has unique circumstances and each Principal will communicate the next steps to their school community,” he said.

“I know that this decision comes as a relief to many parents on the Central Coast. “It means they can get back to work and resume a more ‘normal’ daily routine.” Premier Gladys Berejiklian said schools and students were ready for a full return. “Since starting a managed return to the classroom, we have seen a strong degree of confidence from our school communities in managing

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COVID-19 and a clear desire for all students to be back at school,” she said. “Over the last two weeks schools have been working hard to support students practise good hygiene and implement new routines at school, which has been successful giving the community confidence that full-time face to face teaching can resume.“

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And the region’s Labor MPs, spearheaded by Shadow Minister for the Central Coast, David Harris, say it will create “massive issues” for both commuters and schoolchildren. Designed to deter a possible surge of coronavirus cases once commuters return to the public transport network, a cornerstone of the plan is a directive for commuters to avoid travelling during peak times. With upwards of 40,000 workers set to recommence

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Education We’re used to finding driftwood on Central Coast beaches, but early risers at Birdie Beach on Wednesday (May 27) were surprised to find five 40-foot shipping container washed up on shore. Photo: NBN News

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The easing of social restrictions which came into effect on May 15 have seen a slight upturn in business on the Central Coast, but they will have to be eased a whole lot more ...

King tide damages Memorial Park foreshore

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Gale warnings were issued by the Bureau of Meteorology on Monday, May 25, for coastal waters on the Central Coast, as weather conditions over the weekend continued to deteriorate.

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Woy Woy Philosophers Society Meeting #18. The Complete Kant

“I have to say Joffa, you’re one of the smartest Kants I know.” See page 27 Photo: Danny Pokrajac

During the day on Sunday, BoM recorded average wind speeds of 60 to 85kmh, with a peak gust of 109kmh at 4.36pm. The Entrance copped the brunt of the storm surge with high seas swirling up and over the sea wall and lifting huge concrete slabs along the Memorial Park foreshore

walkway. A thick layer of sand was swept up to cover the car park. Central coast Council staff have barricaded the area to prevent public access for safety reasons. On Monday, winds reached up to 35 knots (about 65kmh) and seas were 2.5m up to 4m offshore south of Norah Head, causing hazardous, large and powerful surf conditions. A Council spokesperson said some higher than usual water levels in the Tuggerah estuary The levels were likely to rise further on Tuesday and Wednesday

The hills might be alive with the sound of music, but they’ll have nothing on Gosford when Coast Opera Australia takes over. See page 14

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and a Council spokesperson said on Tuesday morning that the Long Jetty gauge was not expected to meet the Bureau of Meteorology Minor Flood Level of 0.9m AHD. “Current higher lake levels are being driven by coastal processes and not rainfall,” the Council spokesperson said. “The mouth of The Entrance Channel is currently open and Council staff are not expecting to manually intervene with the operation of the channel during the current east coast low event.” Continued page 5

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Two locals have taken out top national honours at the 2020 Australian Surfing Awards. See page 31

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Elsewhere along the Coast, from Budgewoi to Sydney’s Northern Beaches, packets of medical masks and other medical supplies have also discovered. The culprit is believed to be the cargo ship, APL England, which is reported to have lost a portion of its load overboard in rough seas off Cronulla last Sunday night. The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) confirmed on

Wednesday the APL England had lost 40 containers and that 74 other containers were also damaged in the incident but remained collapsed on deck. The ship is now docked in the Port of Brisbane while the AMSA and Australian Transport Bureau investigate. AMSA General Manager of Operations, Allan Schwartz, said initial indications were that the affected stacks contained a wide range of goods like

household appliances, building materials and medical supplies. “No dangerous goods appear to be in the areas affected by the collapse of container stacks and AMSA is working closely with the ship’s cargo agent to confirm exactly which containers went overboard,” Schwartz said. “We have received a report of some medical supplies washing up around the Central Coast and this information has been passed onto NSW Maritime.

“These correlate to drift modelling of debris and are consistent with items listed on the ship’s cargo manifest. “Modelling suggests that debris such as this could continue to wash-up over the coming days,” Schwartz said. Under the National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies, the NSW Government is responsible for leading the response for any ensuing shoreline clean ups

within its borders. NSW Maritime Acting Executive Director, Alex Barrell, said Transport for NSW would lead the onshore clean up and that councils in affected areas have been given advice about what they need to do if containers or debris wash ashore.

In acknowledging National Sorry Day on May 26, Council’s Director Connected Communities, Julie Vaughan, said it was an opportunity for the community to reflect and remember the grief, suffering and injustice experienced by the stolen generations. “The stolen generations are those Aboriginal and Torres Strait

Islander people who were separated from their families as children,” Vaughan said. To mark National Sorry Day and National Reconciliation Week, and given current COVID-19 restrictions, Council has installed street flags celebrating artworks developed by local schools through the Maliga program. “The flags are currently displayed in The Entrance, Toukley and Long Jetty and will also be installed along Tuggerah Straight in June,” Vaughan said. Central Coast Mayor Lisa Matthews said the historic tabling of the Bringing Them Home Report 23 years ago has meant greater awareness and

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understanding of the issues impacting the stolen generations, many of whom belong to the Central Coast community. “The first National Sorry Day was held on May 26, 1998, to commemorate the anniversary of the tabling of the Bringing Them Home Report in Federal parliament, and it was this report that formally recognised the stories of the stolen generations,” Cr Mathews said. “It is important we continue to acknowledge moments of significance for members of our community. Source: Media release, May 26 Central Coast Council

demand. The study said parking requirements would be affected by the Woy Woy Master Plan. “It is assumed this will encourage increased development and associated economic activity within the commercial core, resulting in increased demand for parking,” the report said.

In the short term, the report said there was an immediate need to use existing Council car parks on the fringe of the commercial core, which could be facilitated via a new shuttle bus service or promotion of existing bus services. Immediate measures suggested included exploring the existing leasing arrangement

at the Deepwater Plaza Parking Station to increase the supply of all-day commuter car parking and implementing a Park n Ride (bus) scheme to service those carparks with a loop service. Metered on-street parking within the commercial core could be introduced over time to protect customer parking, with the revenue

raised to be used to help fund other schemes. In the medium term, the report said, improvement of public transport services could be investigated, including changes to the train timetable. Smart parking initiatives could be introduced to provide information to minimise traffic circulation, reduce enforcement costs and to monitor usage. Mayor Cr Lisa Matthews said parking issues continue to be an issue of concern for the community. “Population growth coupled with the increasing commuter parking demands and increased economic activity around key centres has placed considerable strain on the limited existing parking capacity across the Central Coast,” Cr Matthews said. “We know that people want reliable access to parking, and the eventual implementation of this strategy will address commuter parking, drop-off zones, access and movement around transportable hubs to support and increase use of public transport.” SOURCE: Central Coast Council agenda 2.1, 25 May 2020

After its successful Anzac Day performance at Central Coast Stadium, Coast Opera Australia (COA) will once again take over the Stadium featuring Disney to Diva. See page 17

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The lifting of travel restrictions on June 1 could just be the kickstart the Central Coast needs to restart its economy, according to Business NSW Central Coast. See page 25

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Bouddi Coastal Walk stretching from Putty Beach to MacMasters Beach will undergo a $1.4 million upgrade in four stages over three years. Thirty loads of materials have already been delivered by helicopter to remote areas for one of the improvements to the eightkilometre track. Stage one has started from “Bridge 8” to Gerrin Point lookout, followed by a section from Bullimah to Bridge 8. The second stage will be Mourawaring to Little Beach, stage three from Caves Bay to Bugs and then stage four from Mt Bouddi Track to Maitland Bay Headland. Sections of the track will be closed when required and National Parks will notify the community. However, visitors have been to check their website for updates and alerts before heading into Bouddi National Park. “This is one of our region’s most visited open spaces thanks to its spectacular views and beautiful

beaches,” said Member for Terrigal Mr Adam Crouch. “Parts of the Bouddi Coastal Walk are very exposed to rain and wind conditions, and due to high pedestrian usage, this $1.4 million upgrade is needed to keep the track safe and user friendly. “The work includes replacing sections of track including new stone work, steps, track resurfacing, improved drainage and erosion, improving signage for the

track route and removal of aged infrastructure.” Mr Crouch said work would be undertaken by National Parks and Wildlife Service staff as well as contractors, with funding from the NSW Government’s Improving Access to National Parks program. SOURCE: Media release, 18 May 2020 Media statement, 21 May 2020 Adam Crouch, Member for Terrigal

Woy Woy to have 6000 new dwellings? Woy Woy could have as many as 6000 new dwellings as a "high density" residential and office area on the Peninsula, according to inferences that can be drawn from Central Coast Council's draft Local Strategic Planning Statement. Maps within the Statement show the growth of "forecast dwellings and development" on the Peninsula being as much as 27.7 per cent by 2036, representing a total increase of around 5000 dwellings since 2016, for a total number of dwellings on the Peninsula of 23,850. However, much of the Statement is undefined or ill-defined, and some inconsistencies exist, and these would seem to be maximum figures. Minimum figures in the Statement show the possibility of the population remaining static. For example, the map of population growth shows the Peninsula's population as remaining static or growing by 0.5

Making sense of Council's Planning Statement per cent a year at most. This would amount to a maximum of an extra 2000 people for the whole Peninsula over the 10 forecast years 2026-2036. Many readers have written saying that the plan is essentially meaningless, or uses "weasel words" to disguise Council's true intentions. In this edition, Peninsula News attempts to make sense of the effect the Statement could have on the Peninsula, and to publish readers' reactions to the Statement. Website, 13 May 2020 Local Strategic Planning Statement, Central Coast Council

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Central Coast commuters could shave 15 minutes off their trip to Sydney by avoiding multiple sets of traffic lights, once NorthConnex opens in a few months’ time.

Life could be back to normal sooner than we think, as the NSW Government’s sweeping reform to lockdown restrictions come online.

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Central Coast Meals on Wheels’ Paula Howard has been crowned Volunteering Central Coast’s Volunteer of the Year for 2020.

WAGE FREEZE REJECTED

As we were going to print, news came through that the NSW Upper House rejected the government’s proposed wage freeze.

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Coastal walking track to undergo $1.4 million upgrade

Source: Media statement, May 24-26 AMSA Media Media statement, May 25 NSW Maritime Media

Street flags and artwork to mark Sorry Day Central Coast Council has urged residents to pause, reflect and celebrate the region’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture during National Reconciliation Week, which continues until June 3.

When the town of Braidwood, near Canberra, lost its local newspaper, some residents asked a very simple journalistic question: “How are we going to know who’s died?”

It suggested the carpark could be serviced by a shuttle bus. It also suggested that parking meters be introduced for on-street parking. The Central Coast Car Parking Study: Implementation Plan was adopted with minor amendments at the May 25 council meeting and is set to go on public exhibition. The plan also suggested an additional level of parking on the Deepwater Plaza parking station. The report noted that the Federal Government has pledged $5 million towards commuter parking in Woy Woy, with negotiations underway. It said parking demands were high, with more than 3300 vehicles seeking parking at Woy Woy railway station and in the township’s commercial core. With population in the Woy Woy/Blackwall region estimated to increase from 12,775 in 2016 to 13,619, the report said these parking “hotspots”, already reaching practical capacity, would be inadequate to meet future

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Parking meters and carpark with shuttle bus proposed

After weeks of dodging questions on the issue, Premier Gladys Berejiklian has announced a 12 month wage freeze.

In the wake of rising demand for affordable housing, the Labor Party has renewed calls for a National Housing Stimulus Plan to build and repair social and affordable housing across Australia.

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A new multi-level commuter carpark could be built as far as 800 metres from Woy Woy station under a plan adopted by Central Coast Council.

The 2020 HSC written exam timetable has been released.

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The containers at Birdie Beach

Central Coast Meals on Wheels’ Paula Howard has been crowned Volunteering Central Coast’s Volunteer of the Year for 2020.

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travelling to and from Sydney from the Coast from this Monday, May 25, the Central Coast Commuters Association has labelled it an unreasonable ask. Association Vice President, Eddie Ellis, said local commuters did not have the job security to simply choose to commute outside of peak times and believes any attempt to enforce that directive will result in chaos. “Not everybody has flexible working hours so commuters can’t just decide when they’ll go to work. “I’m sure many would choose to start later and adhere to social distancing if they could, but it’s not up to them,” Ellis said.

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Monday-itis predicted for Coast commuters The NSW Government’s new COVIDSafe Transport Plan was released on May 18, but it has left Central Coast commuters who rely on public transport wondering how they’ll get to work.

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APL England held in detention The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has laid charges against the Master of the APL England cargo ship which lost about 50 shipping containers overboard, causing debris and mangled shipping containers to be strewn along the Central Coast foreshore. On Sunday morning, May 24, the APL England, en route from Ningbo, China, to Melbourne, hit rough seas causing the containers to fall overboard 73kms south-east of Sydney. The Singapore flagged ship docked in Brisbane where the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) and Australian Transport Bureau started an investigation. Charges laid by AMSA relate to offences of pollution and/or damage to the Australian

Containers crashed on to rocks at Bateau Bay

marine environment as a result of poor cargo loadings. AMSA says the ship had inadequate lashing arrangements for cargo and securing points for containers

on deck were heavily corroded. The ship had a temporary loss of propulsion and during that time it was rolling heavily, which caused container stacks to collapse and part of the load

went overboard, AMSA said. AMSA General Manager Operation, Allan Schwartz, said laying charges against the ship’s Master was not undertaken lightly.

“This and other incidents remind us of the important role the ship’s Master has in ensuring that the ships that ply our waters are operated safely and do not damage our marine environment,” he said. “The ship’s owner, APL Singapore, the insurer, Steamship Mutual, and operator, ANL, remain accountable for remediation of any impacts of this incident. “The ship remains under detention in the Port of Brisbane and we are seeking $22M in financial security from the insurers to cover the estimated costs of a clean-up, and the ship’s serious deficiencies have to be rectified before the ship will be released.” Schwartz said the impacts of this incident could take months, if not years, to remediate. Continued page 4

Coast health workers rallying as late as Tuesday morning in the rain outside Gosford Hospital, ahead of the Upper House vote. Branch Secretary of the NSW Nurses and Midwives

For people with a disability, the prospect of finding open, engaging employment on the Coast was already limited.

“COVID-19 is not over yet and our expected 2.5% increase would only bring us more in line with cost of living rises,” Pendrick said.

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has laid charges against the Master of the APL England cargo ship which lost about 50 shipping containers overboard in rough seas early last week, causing debris and damaged shipping containers to be strewn

The NZ Warriors made an impressive re-start to the 2020 NRL season with an 18-0 upset win over the Dragons at Central Coast Stadium on Saturday, May 30. See page 32

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A project that artist, Pete Rush, of Wamberal started “just for fun” has brought joy to countless residents and visitors during the recent period of social isolation.

APL England clean-up continues

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Association (NSWNMA), Meg Pendrick, said at the rally that if the 2.5% wage increase due on July 1 was rescinded, members feared the freeze could last as long as four years.

along Central shorelines.

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Working from home could become the new norm, even after the coronavirus threat is behind us, according to the NBN Australian Covid-19 Behavioural Change Survey. See page 25

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NorthConnex to shave 15 minutes off trip to Sydney Central Coast commuters who drive to Sydney could shave 15 minutes off their trip by avoiding multiple sets of traffic lights, once NorthConnex opens in a few months’ time, says parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch. Crouch said the twin tunnels would make journeys faster, easier, safer and more reliable. “Transurban is delivering this project and their most recent advice is that NorthConnex will be ready in the third quarter of 2020,” he said. “Until then, work on Australia’s longest and deepest road tunnels is continuing to provide jobs and significant economic benefits at this difficult time. “Once completed, NorthConnex can be used by the thousands of Central Coast commuters as an alternative route to the CBD that avoids 40 traffic lights on the Pacific Highway.” Member of the Legislative Council, Taylor Martin, said NorthConnex was one of four major road projects to transform travel for people in the Central Coast and Hunter

Northconnex is expected to shave up to 15 minutes off the commute to Sydney for Central Coast motorists

regions. “Before the COVID-19 pandemic more than 70,000 light and heavy vehicles travelled between the Hunter, Central Coast and Sydney each day,” Martin said. “Already we have seen the northern tip of the M1 Pacific Motorway upgraded at the Weakleys Drive and John Renshaw Drive intersection, as well as an expansion between

Kariong and Somersby. “The 12 kilometre stretch between Tuggerah and Doyalson is also close to completion. “These upgrades will benefit commuters, holiday traffic and heavy vehicles.” NorthConnex is the missing link in the national highway route, connecting the M1 at Wahroonga to the Hills M2 Motorway with a nine kilometre,

two-lane tunnel. NorthConnex will have the capacity to carry more than 100,000 vehicles per day with a 5.1 metre tunnel height clearance helping to avoid over height incidents. NorthConnex will be built wide enough for three lanes but will initially operate with two lanes and a breakdown lane in each direction. The new toll road has however

created some angst among road freight operators. The Sydney Morning Herald reported back in February that trucks and other heavy vehicles will be fined almost $200 if they try and avoid tolls by using free alternative routes such as Pennant Hills Road. Rob Woolley, who operates a fleet of bulk tankers, said his drivers normally stop along Pennant Hills Road to rest and

avoid fatigue. “The NorthConnex tunnel will not feature any rest facilities for truckies and, once the tunnel opens, the gap between food [stops] will be the 244km between Wyong twin service stations and Pheasant’s Nest, on the edge of the Southern Highlands. Pat Doyle, NorthConnex project director, Transport for NSW, however, said that avoiding 40 sets of traffic lights would be a big advantage for truckies. “Add that to the increased fuel efficiency and reduced wear and tear, 3.5m wide lands and a breakdown lane with 24hour monitoring, and there are real benefits,” Doyle said. The motorway will be tolled at the same price as the nearby M2, currently $7.83 for cars (Class A vehicles) and $23.50 for Class B (trucks or buses). There are no concessions planned to compensate operators who may be feeling the pinch from the pandemic. Source: Media release, Jun 2 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch

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APL England clean-up continues From page 1 On Sunday morning, May 24, the APL England, en route from China to Melbourne, stalled in rough seas causing the containers to fall overboard 73kms south-east of Sydney. The ship docked in Brisbane where the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) and Australian Transport Bureau started an investigation. Charges laid by AMSA relate to offences of pollution and/or damage to the Australian

marine environment as a result of poor cargo loadings. According to AMSA general manager, Allan Schwartz, the ship had inadequate lashing arrangements for cargo and securing points for containers on deck were heavily corroded. “This and other incidents remind us of the important role the ship’s Master has in ensuring the ships that ply our waters are operated safely and do not damage our marine environment,” he said. “The ship’s owner, APL

Singapore, the insurer, Steamship Mutual, and operator, ANL, remain accountable for remediation of any impacts of this incident. ‘We are seeking $22M in financial security from the insurers to cover the estimated costs of a clean-up and the ship’s serious deficiencies have to be rectified before the ship will be released.” Schwartz said the impacts of this incident could take months, if not years, to remediate.

Three tugboats were deployed from Newcastle as part of the clean-up to secure containers and tow them slowly to Broken Bay for disposal. Debris from the 50 containers, including medical equipment and facemasks, foam, food packaging, ducting material commonly used in heating and cooling systems, were strewn along beaches from Wollongong to Port Stephens. Under the National Plan for

Maritime Environmental Emergencies, the NSW Government is responsible leading the clean-up. NSW Maritime Acting Executive Director, Alex Barrell, said multiple crews had been working on the successful removal of the five containers since they came ashore last week. “With many containers still unaccounted for we still have a big job ahead of us,” he said. “We have had almost 100 people working on the

response, with about 80 out on the ground manually removing what is washing up,” he said. NSW Maritime is encouraging boat operators to be on the lookout for floating containers which pose a safety hazard to other passing boats. Source: Media releases and statements, May 27-Jun 2 Australian Maritime Safety Authority and Transport for NSW Reporters: Sue Murray and Terry Collins

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More full-time firies needed to avoid another Black Summer In the wake of major bushfires which threatened the Central Coast and devastated other parts of the state late last year and early this year, the Public Service Association (PSA) is calling for 1000 new permanent firefighters to avoid another “Black Summer”. The union wants the State Government to end its over reliance on volunteers to fight bushfires and is seeking a mandated minimum level of firefighting-skilled staff. Representing the professional staff of the Rural Fire Service, as well as park rangers and Forestry Corp staff, the union says the state urgently needs the new staff to begin preparing for future bushfire risks. “NSW will face another Black Summer – climate change guarantees this,” PSA General Secretary, Stewart Little, said. “Is it fair to keep relying on a temporary, unpaid workforce to be preparing and responding to these future catastrophes?” Little said the injection of

firefighting-trained staff across the state would help reverse nearly a decade worth of cuts to bushfire firefighting agencies, including the RFS, National Parks and Wildlife Services and Forestry Corp. “A conservative estimate is this would cost the state

$112M, but it would have the added benefit of delivering much needed regional jobs,” he said. “This Black Summer we saw the consequence of staffing cuts and a lack of investment in our bushfire preparedness.

“The RFS went into a catastrophic bushfire season with a fifth of its permanent roles unfilled, because of budgetary pressures. “NPWS is responsible for 75% of the state’s hazard reduction, but its firefighting workforce has shrunk by a

third in less than a decade. “Forestry Corp has lost half of its workforce since 2014. “We need to restore those firefighting workers and make hazard reduction a key part of this organisation’s mission.” The union is calling on the

Federal Government to establish a Central Coordinating Authority for Natural Disasters which would tie funding to a certain level of preparedness by states. “If the State Government can’t be trusted to invest and maintain a level of bushfire preparedness, then the Commonwealth needs to step in and demand it,” Little said. “Imagine if NSW was trying to respond to COVID-19 by using volunteers to manage tracing or modelling - it wouldn’t work. “When the Commonwealth funds health it demands certain measures are put in place by the states - it’s clear the same needs to be done for bushfire preparedness.” The calls are part of the union’s two extensive submissions into the Royal Commission into National Natural Disaster Arrangements and the NSW Independent Bushfire Inquiry. Source: Media release, May 31 Public Service Association

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“An Australia Institute report this week says that for every $1M invested in public worker wages two additional private sector jobs are created,” Tesch said. “The report’s author said cutting workers’ wages to fund infrastructure might actually accelerate job losses in retail, hospitality and tourism, rather than more job creation. “The Government’s wage freeze was a blatant attack on the 65% of public service workers who are women, especially in our nursing and teaching sectors. “Women already face significant barriers in the workplace and have borne the brunt of the COVID-19 pandemic. “They deserve a fair go.” Tesch said that despite Labor successfully spearheading a stoppage of the wage cut in Parliament, the fight was far from over, with Premier Gladys Berejiklian flagging an attempt to freeze wages through the industrial umpire. “Labor will fight the Berejiklian Government every step of the way,” she said. “Our nurses, cleaners, police, and firefighters deserve to be recognised for their hard work and treated with dignity, not cop a pay cut.” Tesch said the proposed wage freeze would affect more than 11,000 people on the Central Coast and rip $71M from the region’s economy over the next three years. Public service unions praised the Upper House decision, which came in the wake of an offer from State Treasurer Dominic Perrottet to make a one-off payment of $1000 to public servants in lieu of a wage rise. The NSWNMA labelled the offer an “insult” and the NSW Teachers Federation said it was unacceptable. “This offer adds insult to injury following the huge amount of work teachers have done to ensure educational continuity for students during this crisis,”Teachers Federation President Angelo Gavrielatos said. Unions NSW Secretary, Mark Morey said the Upper House’s decision to block the wage freeze was especially important for regional and rural communities, which are heavily reliant on public sector wages to stimulate their economies. “The Upper House has helped prevent the NSW government

turning a recession turning into a depression,” he said. “The NSW Government always looks to its own workforce for savings, but today as we confront the worst economic crisis in a generation, economic sanity has prevailed.” Meanwhile the NSWNMA has said it will not back down from the fight to secure the 2.5% pay increase. “The government is confident it can convince the NSW IRC that nurses, midwives and other public sector workers are worth 0% in their contribution to the state,” General Secretaty Brett Holmes said. “It’s an insulting argument which polarises and devalues thousands of nurses and midwives who already feel like yesterday’s heroes. “In another act of desperation, the Treasurer and Premier are now trying to blackmail nurses and midwives with threats of forced redundancies. NSW Treasurer Dominic Perrottet said the Government has to consider what is in the best interests of the eight million people living across the state. “At a time when there are hundreds of thousands of people out of work, the creation of new jobs must be our top priority, not giving those with job security a pay-rise,” Mr Perrottet said. “We’re in the grip of a oncein-100-year crisis and it is simply not appropriate to pretend this is a year like any other.” The Treasurer has met with unions and workers impacted by this decision to hear their views and to explain why he believes a public sector paypause is needed for 12 months. “It’s a sad day when Labor and the cross-bench show as little regard as they have today for the thousands lining up outside Centrelink and approaching charities for food hampers, because they can no longer afford to put food on the table.” Conciliation were set to begin in the IRC from June 4. Source: Media release, Jun 1 NSW Teachers Federation Media statement, Jun 2 Meg Pendrick, NSW Nurses and Midwives Association Media statements, Jun 3 Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch, Unions NSW and NSW Nurses and Midwives Association Media release, Jun 4 NSW Treasurer, Dominic Perrottet

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Preferred carpark option would mean loss of coveted kids’ space Central Coast councillors will be asked to endorse a multi-storey carpark on the western side of Central Coast Stadium as the preferred option for a solution to Gosford’s parking woes and progress it to the design stage at the next Council meeting on June 9. The stadium site was chosen as the most suitable of three suggestions for a carpark made in the recent Central Coast Parking Strategy, with the other two sites being at Gosford racecourse and at a site owned by Council in Albany St. A report to be considered by councillors will ask them to endorse continuing the design progression of the stadium site to tender stage. The report says a multideck carpark at the site will provide commuter carparking as well as alleviating the current Gosford CBD public carpark shortage. The site is preferred, the report says because it is directly off the Central Coast

A multi-storey carpark at Central Coast Stadium is the preferred option for a solution to Gosford’s parking woes

Highway and within walking distance of the railway station and CBD and because it had the least technical design complexity out of the three options. The carpark would be built over five levels, offering 488 car spaces including 24 accessible spaces.

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The report says on game days, the ground floor of the station would be restricted to allow player parking, and player bus movements into the stadium. Level 1 would be the main pedestrian access into the stadium for patrons utilising the carpark.

Level 3 would house a commercial kitchen, office and meeting spaces if the design is not modified and would predominately be occupied by stadium management. Level 4 would also have a commercial kitchen and a commercial function space with direct access to corporate

boxes. The rooftop Level 5 would contain a multipurpose event space which could be utilised for differing purposes pending demand as well as 26 car spaces. The proposal is not a hit with everyone, however, primarily because it is understood it would mean the loss of the open, grassed area currently used by children and their families on game days. Central Coast Newspapers talked to some rusted-on football families concerned about the potential loss of the popular play space. “It’s what makes the stadium such a family friendly place to attend games” said one father. “The kids love being able to run around, or kick a ball around, before, after and even during a game and, for parents, it means we know where they are.” Source: Agenda item 2.5 Central Coast Council meeting, Jun 9.

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$19,000 facelift for Gosford Showground Gosford Showground is to be given a $19,000 spruce up courtesy of a State Government grant. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal Adam Crouch said the funding would go towards grounds improvements and vegetation work. “When COVID-19 hit, it forced the postponement or cancellation of major events and activities that showgrounds rely upon for their income,” Crouch said. “That’s why the NSW Government is allocating $19,000 to clear and remove

Gosford Showground is set for a revamp

dead trees and undergrowth at Gosford Showground. “This will improve the appearance and condition of the Showground ready for its future reopening and will also support local tradies.” Member of the Legislative Council Taylor Martin said Gosford was one of 137 showgrounds across NSW that would benefit from the first tranche of funding. “Showgrounds today are multi-use facilities for a range of activities including agricultural shows, rodeos and horse clubs to farmers markets, festivals, camping, Men’s

Sheds, sporting events and cultural events,” Martin said. “Showgrounds are at the heart of communities including serving as evacuation centres during bushfire and flood so the NSW Government is working to keep them in good shape.” Minister for Water, Property and Housing Melinda Pavey said the funding was part of $25M to be spent over two years to improve showgrounds across the state. Source: Media release, May 29 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

Government offers 10,000 new home loan guarantees Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks, has reminded Central Coast residents that a further 10,000 guarantees will become available to first home buyers under the Federal Government’s First Home Deposit Scheme on July 1.

Wicks said all available guarantees in the 2019/2020 Financial Year had been reserved. “This is a major milestone for the scheme, helping Australians get into their first home sooner with a minimum deposit of 5 per cent,” Wicks said.

“(It) is increasing the Wicks said 3,114 guarantees opportunity for those had been secured in NSW. throughout our community to “National Housing Finance get into the housing market. and Investment Corporation “The scheme has proven to (NHFIC) data shows those on be most popular with first middle incomes are the ones home buyers under the age of who are taking advantage of 30, who have secured 58 per the scheme, with the average cent of guarantees country income of applicants well wide.” below the scheme’s caps,” she Advertisement

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Wamberal to Bateau Bay Highway Upgrade Strategic plans for the long-awaited upgrade of the Central Coast Highway between Wamberal and Bateau Bay have been released, with residents invited to give their feedback. Minister for Regional Transport and Roads, Paul Toole, said the project would be a “game changer” for locals and visitors and community feedback would be taken into account as the design and planning continues to be developed. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, said

The NSW Opposition is calling for a major review of road safety surrounding the state’s schools with the majority of respondents to its recent NSW School Safety Survey citing inadequate crossings and parking as major concerns. More than 3,000 parents, teachers and residents responded to the online survey with information about 509

the key intersections along the route will take place in stages, starting at Tumbi Road,” Crouch said. “I am inviting everyone in our community to comment on the proposed plans until Friday, July 10, and all feedback will be considered as the project progresses.” The plans can be viewed on the project webpage at nswroads.work/cch, together with details on how to provide comment to Transport for NSW. the 3.8km $387M upgrade would stretch from Tumbi Rd to Bateau Bay Rd. “This is going to be a

challenging project but the NSW Government is committed to upgrading Central Coast Highway to create a safer and more reliable journey for the

26,500 people who use it each day,” Crouch said. He said it was single biggest road investment in Central

Coast’s history. “Due to the size of the project, widening the road to two lanes in both directions and upgrading

Spotlight on road safety around schools

schools, including 137 in the Gosford electorate. Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch said the survey revealed local trouble spots requiring vital improvements to pedestrian crossings, footpaths, parking, drop-off zones and cycling infrastructure around local schools that would make it easier for parents to leave the car at home and allow more kids to walk or wheel to school. “Parents, teachers and

residents from 15 schools in the electorate responded to the survey, raising concerns and suggesting ideas on how to improve road safety and encourage kids and families to walk and ride to school,” Tesch said. She said now was the time for action. “Parents clearly want their kids to walk or ride to school, and this survey shows us how we can make it a safe option for

families. “Getting families to walk or ride to school is better for kids’ health, is cheaper, cleaner and critically, gets cars off our busy streets. “I will be making submissions to Central Coast Council and to the NSW Government to call on funding to be provided to fix up the worst hotspots.” Submissions were made by concerned parties on six schools

in the Gosford area For Gosford and Henry Kendall High Schools, the major complaint was regarding limitations to the opal card, with respondents calling for extended eligibility. Respondents also called for: a school crossing and supervisor at Gosford Public School; an extended or relocated kids and drop zone for Gosford East Public School; improved supervision in the kiss and drop

Source: Media release, Jun4 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch

area and increased parking options around Kariong Public School; and a kiss and drop zone and crossing guard for St Patrick’s East Gosford Source: Media release, Jun 6 Shadow Transport Minister, Jo Haylen Media release, Jun 3 Member for Gosford, Liesl Tesch NSW School Safety Survey

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Community Bulletin COVID-19 Information Issue 4

FROM THE MAYOR

YOUR COUNCIL

Last week we celebrated Library and Information Week - the theme for 2020 was Create. This provided an opportunity to reflect on the changed environment that has challenged us into a new way of thinking, working, communicating and behaving. Throughout these changes the most significant role we play is how we stay connected.

Innovative program delivery a hit

What a time to showcase all the ways our libraries have adapted to continue to support our local community in areas of work, school, events, entertainment and education. Whilst some restrictions have been eased, we still need to be reminded that life is not entirely back to normal.

Our libraries offer something for everyone book borrowing is made easy with a home ‘Click and Deliver’ service and the launch of Council’s Coast Connect YouTube channel is allowing parents and children to experience online what they would experience in-branch. Council’s eLibrary also continues to provide much needed support and activities during this unusual time. Council has also taken its popular free magazine for over 50s online with a huge take up in subscriptions for the new digital Growing Older And Loving Life! (GOALL). And with popular local events cancelled, another excellent initiative is bringing the Harvest Festival to you to watch from the comfort and safety of your own living rooms through Coast Connect YouTube. Mayor Lisa Matthews Central Coast Council

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Central Coast residents have responded positively to the innovations COVID-19 shutdowns inspired us to make to some of our most popular community services and programs. As restrictions forced the closure of face-to face meetings, workshops and other activities, we moved many services and programs totally online.

Our libraries are always busy and with residents required to stay close to home, their services were in great demand despite the doors closing to public access. During the past two months, almost as many new library members have joined each day as when the facilities are open. One popular innovation was the new Click and Deliver service which enabled residents to reserve physical books online and have them delivered to their front doors. For some community members, the deliveries provided a welcome social interaction during a time of physical isolation.

During the past two months, we’ve also seen a huge increase in many of our online services: • 219% increase in the use of the online Storybox Library • 59% increase in the borrowing of eResources (i.e. eBooks, eAudio and eMagazines) • 50% of our annual allocation of hours were used for the Studiosity tutoring service • 38% increase in the Mango Language (language learning resource). Beyond our libraries, many other Council programs offer face-to-face interaction, workshops and events. All of these have been cancelled during the COVID-19 closures. We’ve been able to continue delivering many of these programs through our new Coast Connect YouTube channel. We’ve set up a studio at Laycock Street Theatre and have been making workshops and other content available via the channel. Our Coast Connect YouTube library is constantly growing. It currently includes: • Green Living workshops focusing on environmental education, including tutorials

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on how to make worm towers, wicking beds and self-watering ‘Olla” systems for plants Storytime series, with stories and sing-alongs for children by library staff performances from the 2020 Youth In Performing Arts (YIPA) program presentations from the Live Well Festival participants spanning the themes of Move, Think, Eat and Earth.

Some libraries now open, with service changes

Our Erina, Tuggerah, Bateau Bay and Umina Beach library branches have reopened to the public, from Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays, 10am-2pm. The new Select and Collect service will be available to ensure we maintain social distancing requirements. With Select and Collect, you can reserve up to five items from the online catalogue or by phoning your local branch to request items for collection at your nominated pick up branch. All other library services, including browsing collections, study/ reading area use, branch programs, printing and internet use, remain unavailable. The online Click and Deliver service will continue. After hours return chutes will be closed this public holiday weekend. To minimise the handling of notes, payments will need to be made by cheque, EFTPOS, Mastercard or Visa. Cash payments for rates and water charges can still be made at Australia Post and Westpac branches. Council administration buildings and many major facilities remain closed for public access due to COVID-19 restrictions. However, we continue to provide essential services and have been able to adapt many other services for online or remote delivery. The next Council Meeting will be available for viewing on YouTube. Please visit centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/COVID-19 for more information.

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We have launched Grant Finder, a new resource to help local businesses, community groups and organisations access financial support for projects during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The search engine tool can filter grants by location, industry and type of project, making it easy to find all relevant funding opportunities. Community members can also register to receive email alerts about new grants, save favourites and access tips on how to apply. Grant Finder will help businesses find funding to support local jobs and economic growth, as well as assist groups and organisations who provide important services to vulnerable and at-risk community members. Councils ‘Working Together Staying Strong’ Grant Program is one of the grants listed, which has allocated $300,000 to support Central Coast groups providing frontline community services who are facing increased demand or operational difficulties.

Not-for-profit and community groups are encouraged to apply for the grant, particularly those with projects that directly support the physical health and mental well-being, social connection and safety of vulnerable and at-risk groups. The program allows you to apply for funding between $1,000 to $10,000 in combined funding and in-kind Council services. It is open until 30 September or until all funds have been expended.

To find out what grants you can apply for, visit Grant Finder at centralcoast.grantguru.com.au To view eligibility guidelines and apply for the Working Together Staying Strong program or any of Council’s grants visit centralcoast.nsw. gov.au/funding.

YOUR HEALTH AND WELLBEING Many of us may be feeling worried or anxious in the current environment, with financial or job security concerns, or wondering when things will return to normal. It’s important to reach out if you need help and, if you’re able to, check in with others. Our COVID-19 website pages include a comprehensive range of services available to provide assistance and support, including: • easy read fact sheets • free counselling and support - Beyondblue 1300 22 4636, NSW Mental Health Line 1800 011 511, Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 • services for older people - COVID-19 Support Line for Senior Australians 1800 171 866, Meals on Wheels 4357 8444, Healthdirect 1800 022 222 • domestic violence support - counselling 1800 737 732, Central Coast Womens Health Centre, Wyong 4351 1152. For many more services, including resources for men, young people, Indigenous residents, community centres, food support and more, visit centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/council/council-news/ covid-19-information/where-to-find-help

From 1 June, regional travel restrictions were relaxed across NSW and visitors are once again being welcomed to holiday on the Central Coast. Many Council facilities including Gosford Pool, play spaces, outdoor fitness equipment and skate parks have already reopened, and others will open in stages to ensure community safety.

Some of our own facilities including libraries are beginning to open, with health precautions to minimise the transmission of COVID-19 in place. We are committed to ensuring both community members and our staff are safe, so some facilities may initially open with reduced services. Businesses are now also able to host seated diners, within restrictions. However, some may choose to continue to remain closed or offer takeaway only.

We would like to thank our community for taking the COVID-19 situation seriously. Please continue to act responsibly and follow the Australian Government directions to help minimise the spread of COVID-19: • • •

practise social distancing, staying 1.5metres from other people at all times public gatherings must be no more than 10 people

continue to practise good hygiene, including washing your hands before and after using any equipment.

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Have your say on projects that matter

Community feedback is also an important part of Council’s ongoing work. COVID-19 has meant that at the moment we cannot provide the workshops and consultation opportunities we usually have to highlight important upcoming projects. All consultation has been moved to an online format, and we are encouraging residents to visit yourvoiceourcoast.com to view and comment on the following projects which are currently, or soon will be, open for feedback: • Draft Central Coast Waste Resource Management Strategy • Regional draft Local Strategic Planning Statement • Mount Ettalong Reserve Masterplan • Tunkuwallin Oval District play space • Lake Munmorah Recreation Facility • Floodplain risk management studies and plans • Killarney Vale / Long Jetty • Wallarah Creek • Kibble Park Place Plan and Concept Design

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YOUR BUSINESS Tools to help businesses thrive

Council is actively working to help businesses recover from COVID-19 and thrive into the future. We’re working with many partners to initiate actions and resources to stimulate the economy. Along with business groups and government agencies, we have established the Central Coast Economic Task Force. The Task Force has created a business support hub where businesses can easily access important information and resources, such as what government support is available and how to access financial hardship measures with different companies. Find the business support hub at centralcoasteconomy.com.au In addition, a workshop series provides guidance for businesses as they begin to navigate trading in a changed environment. The Low Touch Economy workshops provide resources and risk assessment tools for businesses so they can operate while respecting health guidelines to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Details: lowtoucheconomy.com.au In addition, Council has partnered with local Business Chambers to set up the Bigger Backyard website and app. This provides a platform for businesses to pledge to buy and source equipment and supplies locally. In late May, more than 220 businesses had committed

to spending more than $11million and locally, with an overall economic impact of $35.5million for our economy. Details: biggerbackyard. ingoodcompanycentralcoast.com.au

Jobs lost, but we’re in better position than most regions

Despite COVID-19 closures causing significant job losses across local industry, it appears that the Central Coast is doing much better than other areas of Australia.

As of the week ending 18 April, five weeks after Australia recorded its 100th COVID-19 case, Australian Bureau of Statistics data shows the Central Coast had recorded a 5.7% decrease in jobs, compared with 6.9% in NSW and a national decrease of 7.1%. Locally-dominant industries such as construction and retail have been hit the hardest, followed by other big employers such as accommodation, food services and professional services. In total, around 10,000 jobs were lost across all industries between 14 March and 18 April.

Residential vacancies have remained relatively low across the Coast, and the impacts on the tourism industry have been similar to those experienced in other regions, with the situation likely to improve as the Central Coast is able to once again welcome regional travellers from this week.

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Operation Soap in Public Toilets With regional travel restrictions recently relaxed and more visitors arriving on the Coast, a small but dedicated band of residents is determined to take personal hygiene into their own hands – literally. Spearheaded by community activist, Joy Cooper, Operation Soap in Public Toilets has accused Central Coast Council of neglect in not equipping all public toilets with basic hygiene measures and is setting out to put soap into every facility in the region. Cooper has launched a Facebook campaign, with more than 100 people joining in and some posts attracting in excess of 4000 views and likes. While major Council facilities are equipped with soap, that is not so for dozens of smaller toilet blocks around the region. A Council spokesperson said

the Council does not provide soap or soap dispensers in its public amenities due to a history of them being subjected to vandalism, resulting in soap on the floors and a high risk of people slipping and injuring themselves. “Council recently reviewed the installation of soap dispensers in all public toilets, however the decision was made to remain with status quo to minimise the risk of vandalism and slipping accidents,” the spokesperson said. But Cooper says that’s just not good enough. “We are shocked that Council thinks it acceptable not to provide something so basic in our public toilets,” Cooper said. “It is neglectful, especially in these COVID-19 times. “We can all be caught out and needing to use public toilets. “Tradesmen use them a lot

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and I would much rather think that when a tradesman came to my home he had been able to wash his hands. “Elderly people often have to use public toilets unexpectedly when out shopping and children playing in our parks use them frequently.

“And now with tourism opening up on the Coast again, surely we can provide soap in our toilets. “I would also think it would be a work health and safety issue for Council employees who are out and about.” Cooper said it was widely known that washing hands with soap and water is one of the most effective ways of reducing the spread of the coronavirus. She said a lot of public facilities had been provided with soap by members of the group, including those at MacMasters beach, Copacabana, Terrigal, Avoca, Green Point Rumbalara, Burns Place, Point Frederick and near

Gosford Sailing Club. “We are getting a lot of messages from people saying it’s a great idea and I urge everyone to pop into a public toilet and put a bar of soap there,” she said. Cooper said she was not concerned by the possibility of the soap being taken. “Some of it is disappearing but it is being replaced,” she said. “If someone takes it because they don’t have any at home, that’s not a bad thing.” Cooper said members of the group were using a variety of soap, from luxury brand name, to home-made and oatmeal soap. “Whatever people have they are putting in the public toilets,” she said. “Some people are concerned about sharing bars of soap, but research shows this does not spread germs. “Of course, it would be better if there were pump soap in the toilets. “Council has said it is concerned it could be a slip hazard, but if pump soap dispensers are placed over sinks, I can’t see how this could be a real problem. “We provide toilet paper in our

toilets; what kind of message are we giving to tourists by not providing soap? “Other councils are doing it – I can’t see why we can’t. “And we plan to keep putting soap in toilets until Council steps up.” Cooper said regular cleaning of toilets was also an issue. “Some of them look like they’ve been tidied but not necessarily cleaned,” she said. But the Council spokesperson said public toilets were cleaned based on usage and location and were seasonally dependant. “Our cleaners currently carry out 461 cleans per week across 143 different sites on the Coast.” Meanwhile, a response to a Question with Notice from Councillor Kyle MacGregor at Council’s May 25 meeting said Council would be developing a Public Toilet Strategy which will allow Council to look at ways to include soap in a safe manner in any of the new builds or renovations that occur. Source: Media statement, May 18 Central Coast council Interview, Jun 2 Joy Cooper, Operation Soap in Public Toilets Reporter: Terry Collins

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A Marshalling Response Team will now be on hand at Gosford Station each afternoon from May 27 to encourage social distancing and safe behaviour by commuters, including school students. Coast Community News last week reported concerns raised by Wyong MP, David Harris, and others about health risks as commuters and school children returned to work and schools at the same time, with Gosford Station being a primary area of concern. The government has been quick to respond announcing the deployment of the Marshalling Response Teams earlier this week. “Having Gosford and Henry Kendall High Schools located

near Gosford Station means it is very busy in the morning and at the end of each school day,” Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said. “This initial deployment of the Marshalling Response Team to Gosford will focus on school student behaviour when entering and exiting the concourse. “The Team can assist with crowd management, provide extra guidance to customers and limit the amount of people who can enter a platform if required.” Crouch said the NSW Government was working hard to keep the transport network COVID-safe. “Right across the network, changes have been made to help people follow the social

distancing rules when travelling to work, school or university,” he said. “We are encouraging people to continue working from home, but for those who need to travel to Sydney or Newcastle there are green dots which show the safest place to sit or stand. “Regular deep cleaning is also occurring on trains with more than 700 extra cleaners hired across NSW since March.” The train marshalls will be on hand at the end of each school day until there are no more issues at Gosford, with the situation to be monitored daily. Source: Media release, May 27 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

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$2.7M for Roads to Recovery Central Coast Council will receive more than $2.7M for road and community projects as part of the Federal Government’s new $500M Local Road and Community Infrastructure Program, based on the successful Roads to Recovery program. Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks, said the investment will support local jobs and businesses and boost local economies struggling as a result of COVID-19.

Wicks said the program would enable Council to deliver priority projects with a focus on upgrades and maintenance to local roads and community infrastructure, which was important for supporting jobs and the local economy across the Central Coast. “Every single job we support makes a huge difference in our local communities - especially as we navigate out of the coronavirus pandemic,” she said. “Not only will this package support jobs, construction

businesses and the economy across the Central Coast, it will improve our local roads and provide for new and upgraded amenities to help communities stay connected.” Local road projects to be delivered under the Program include but are not limited to constructing or improving bridges and tunnels, street lighting, and heavy vehicle facilities such as rest areas. A broad range of community infrastructure projects will be eligible including new or upgraded bicycle and walking

paths, community facilities, and picnic shelters and barbecue facilities at parks. The news is timely, with new research conducted by the NRMA identifying Central Coast roads as among the worst in the state. The NRMA said it strongly supports Federal and State Government investment in road infrastructure as an economic stimulus to counter the effects of the coronavirus by supporting local employment and suppliers in the short term and reduce the road toll in the

longer term. The NRMA analysed the crash history between 2014 and 2018 across regional and metropolitan Local Government Areas based on the number of people per region and the number of kilometres of road in the respective LGAs. The Central Coast topped regional NSW for the headline trauma cost figure at $1.5M. NRMA spokesperson Peter Khoury said the Coast stood out as a key area for road infrastructure funding,

particularly when domestic tourism resumes in the region. “Fixing regional roads will save lives, provide a muchneeded boost to regional economies and give greater access to regional tourism destinations, particularly as we emerge from COVID-19 travel restrictions,” Khoury said. Source: Media release, May 5 NRMA Media release, May 22 Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks

Council responds to overflowing bins in Avoca Central Coast Council will increase its waste collection service in the South Avoca area, following reports in recent weeks of overflowing Council bins.

back at South Avoca, once again recording overflowing bins. “I saw Cleanaway arrive and empty two bins in main carpark beside the entry to the Surf Life Saving Club but then head off, leaving other overflowing bins in the second carpark at the beachfront 100m to east untouched,” Horwood said. “I also noted that Cleanaway did not clean up any of the overflowed refuse on the ground under and beside the bins that they did empty.

“I expect this was not done because [it] was probably not included in their contract with Council. “Luckily I was not collecting refuse off the beach from the ship containers in the sea incident as I was last week, as there would not have been bin space for it anyway.” A spokesperson said Council had investigated the issue and found bin usage at South Avoca Beach was significantly higher than usual for this time of year, possibly due to recent changes

to COVID-19 restrictions. of waste bins and will modify “Our waste collection the collection frequency and contractor has until recently numbers of bins to reduce any been servicing this area as per reoccurrences of this situation.” the standard seasonal Horwood said even the recent requirements,” the major ship container pollution spokesperson said. event paled into insignificance “However, we have when compared to the ongoing of waste, immediately implemented a accumulation including plastic lined coffee daily collection service for cups around waste bins, that all seven days a week in that area ADVERTISEMENT end up being washed in to the to match the increase in ocean. demand. “I suspect over time that the “Council’s Waste Services staff will continue to monitor amount of plastic pollution ADVERTISEMENT entering the ocean from the area to check the adequacy

dropped waste far exceeds that from the recent ship container event,” he said. “There are many innovative alternatives to the scourge of single use plastic items which form the bulk of this ocean pollution, in the form of compostable containers and coffee cups, and these items are manufactured in Australia.”

Environmentalist Anthony Horwood raised the flag in last week’s Coat Community News, highlighting ongoing waste management issues associated with Council bins on the foreshore at South Avoca Beach and at other spots around the region. On May 31, Horwood was

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Crackdown on fishing around The Adelaide

Six men have been fined and issued with warnings by NSW Department of Primary Industries (NSW DPI) Fisheries Officers for illegally fishing at the protected Ex HMAS Adelaide Reserve site off Avoca Beach.

NSW DPI Acting Director, Fisheries Compliance, Dr Andrew Moriarty, said fisheries officers have recorded a rise in reports of illegal fishing at the site in recent months. “Fisheries Officers responded to information received from the public on April 23, apprehending six people illegally fishing within the ExHMAS Adelaide Reserve,” Dr Moriarty said.

“Fishing is prohibited within the Ex-HMAS Adelaide Reserve as it is a designated dive site. “Offences are punishable by a fine of up to $22,000, six months imprisonment, or both,” he added. The six people were issued with six penalty notices and five written cautions for offences detected within the Reserve. They were issued $2,700 in fines including for prohibited sized fish, which carries similar penalties. “With an increase in recreational fishing activities, Fisheries Officers are targeting unlawful and illegal recreational fishing and continue to patrol

NSW waterways whilst COVID-19 restrictions across the community are in place,” Dr Moriarty said. “These fishing restrictions are in place to protect all water users competing for space. “There are plenty of places to wet a line in NSW, including a designated Offshore Artificial Reef, located at Newcastle. “All fishing regulations are in place to protect and conserve our fish stocks and aquatic habitats to ensure that fishing activities remain sustainable,” Dr Moriarty said. Source: Media statement, May 28 NSW Department of Primary Industries Media Unit Reporter: Dilon Luke

Police to ensure compliance with COVID-19 conditions at licensed venues Anthony Jones, the Maitland man who allegedly stole over $160,000 worth of artworks from the studio of prominent Central Coast artist, Patrick Carroll, is before the courts. Carroll died of smoke inhalation after becoming trapped in his studio at The Entrance’s Ebbtide Mall following a deliberately lit fire in October 2019. Detectives from the Financial Crimes Squad’s Arson Unit and Tuggerah Lakes Police District established Strike Force Zorianna to investigate the fire. During the investigation, strike force officers received information that a number of valuable artworks had been stolen from Carroll’s studio. Following extensive inquiries, investigators executed a search warrant at Jones’ home. During the search, police located an air rifle, a pen gun, an electronic stun device, ammunition and prohibited drugs.

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Investigators also seized 87 artworks which have since been returned to family members. A short time later, officers arrested Jones at a worksite at Bateau Bay. He was taken to Wyong Police Station and charged with 10 offences including: Larceny (greater than $15,000); Possess ammunition without holding licence/permit/ authority; Possess unauthorised pistol; Possess unauthorised firearm (x3); Not keep firearm safely (x2); Possess prohibited drug; and, possess or use a prohibited weapon without permit. Police allege the thefts

occurred between December 2019 and January 2020 when Jones was contracted by the owners of Ebbtide Mall to assist with cleaning the fire ravaged building during its decontamination. Jones first appeared at Newcastle Local Court on Friday May 15, where he was granted strict conditional bail to reappear at Wyong Local Court on Tuesday, June 2. During his second appearance he was granted an adjournment and will reappear at Wyong Local Court on Tuesday June 16. The 13-year-old Berkley Vale boy who allegedly lit the fire that claimed Carroll’s life has since been charged with manslaughter. His case is still before the courts. Source: Media statement, Jun 2 NSW Police Media Casefile and transcript, Jun 2 NSW Department of Justice, R v Anthony Lesley Jones 2020/0014419 Reporter: Dilon Luke

Brisbane Water Police District officers will be out and about across the LGA this June ensuring compliance with COVID-19 safety measures as the Coast embraces eased lockdown restrictions. It comes as the NSW Police Force commits to a state-wide, high visibility operation, Operation Pariac, to ensure compliance with COVID-19 Public Health Orders at licensed venues. Operation Pariac is regularly conducted by general duties and specialist licensing police in the Northern, Southern and Western regions, but will have an altered focus for June 2020. The operation aims to ensure education and compliance around the Public Health Order conditions relative to the easing of restrictions in licensed premises. Police will also be targeting alcohol related crime, including assaults, anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. Operation Pariac Commander, Assistant Commissioner Max Mitchell,said that as restrictions

continue to ease, venues and patrons need to be aware of their responsibilities to maintain a COVID-safe environment. “From today, the movement of people across the state will start to increase dramatically, as thousands of people head to regional communities to inject much needed tourism dollars. “Police will be conducting random checks and patrols of licensed venues throughout our regions, with the ability for resources to be shared

amongst police districts where the demand is needed, particularly across the Queen’s Birthday long weekend. “Operation Pariac, as part of a vikings operation, will see officers working closely with industry and business owners to ensure that they are able to operate safe environments for their customers, while making the public feel confident about returning to a COVID-safe venue. Source: Press release, Jun 1 NSW Police Media

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RBT and RDT testing to ramp up ahead of long weekend Police will be back out in force as stationary Random Breath and Roadside Drug Testing (RBT and RDT) recommence across the state ahead of the long weekend. In March, the NSW Police Force Executive – in consultation with Police Association of NSW – introduced a number of precautionary measures to reduce the risk of COVID-19 infection to frontline police and within the community. One such measure was additional discretion from Commanders as to whether it was reasonable to undertake stationary RBT and RDT, which

saw a significant reduction in stationary operations and increased mobile operations across NSW. With the easing of various restrictions from June 1, including increased patronage at licenced premises and higher traffic volumes, frontline police across NSW have resumed proactive stationary testing operations. Minister for Police and Emergency Services, David Elliott, said the easing of COVID-19 restrictions on licensed premises and regional travel called for a return of proactive stationary testing operations.

“With the easing of restrictions on travel and going out to support restaurants and pubs ahead of the Queen’s Birthday long weekend, the community is understandably itching to return to some form of normalcy,” Elliott said. “Irresponsible or reckless behaviour that endangers others will not be tolerated – there’s no excuse for not abiding by the road rules. Traffic and Highway Patrol Commander, Assistant Commissioner Michael Corboy, said this is the first long weekend since restrictions eased and implored the community to be responsible and drive safely. “We’ve had bushfires,

flooding and more recently the COVID-19 pandemic so we understand that people are keen to travel regionally to stimulate the local economy, particularly over the long weekend,” Ast Comm Corboy said. “However, there is no excuse to get behind the wheel and flagrantly flout the law. “The road rules have not changed, and we make no apologies for stopping selfish road users whose irresponsible driving put themselves and others at risk,” he said. Source: Press release, Jun 3 NSW Police Media

Couple charged over alleged kidnapping and sexual assault of a child

Persons of interest sought over road rage Police have released dashcam images of a man they wish to speak to in relation to a road rage incident. Just before 4pm on Monday May 25, a 57-year-old man pulled to the side of the road at Terrigal Drive, Erina Heights, following a minor motor vehicle accident. Whilst still seated in his car he opened his car door with three men exiting the other vehicle involved. The men then ran towards him and one of the men started punching him before a second joined in. The victim eventually managed to get his door shut with one of the men repeatedly hitting the driver’s side window causing it to break. A member of the public pulled in to assist with the men running back to their vehicle

A man and woman have appeared in Wyong Local Court after being charged over the alleged kidnapping and sexual assault of a child.

and driving away. Following investigations, police from Brisbane Water Police District have obtained dash cam footage of the vehicle of interest and images of two of the men who they believe may be able to assist with their enquiries (Dash cam images were affected by the wet conditions at the time). Person of Interest (POI) 1 is described as a Caucasian male, wearing a grey t-shirt and light khaki coloured shorts.

POI 2 is described as a Caucasian male, wearing a grey hooded jumper and dark shorts. POI 3 is described as a Caucasian male. Their vehicle is described as a red Holden Commodore, displaying P-Plates (colour not identified) with a partial registration of ECJ. Source: Website, Jun 3 Brisbane Water Police District Crime report E 332596994 relates

In October 2019, detectives from the State Crime Command’s Child Abuse and Sex Crimes Squad commenced an investigation after receiving reports that a 14-year-old girl had been drugged, detained and sexually assaulted by a man and a woman she knew through a friend. Following extensive inquiries, detectives executed a crime scene warrant at a property at Killarney Vale on May 22, before a 46-year-old man and a 33-year-old woman were arrested at a property in Tumbi Umbi. The pair were taken to Wyong Police Station.

The man was charged with five counts of aggravated intentionally do sexual act with child (aged between 10 and 16), four counts of intentionally sexually touch child (aged between 10 and 16), two counts of aggravated sexual intercourse with child (aged between 10 and 16), take/ detain person in company with intent to obtain advantage and assault child with intent to commit section 66C(3) offence. The woman was charged with five counts of aggravated intentionally do sexual act with child (aged between 10 and 16), three counts of intentionally sexually touch child (aged between 10 and 16), take/ detain person in company with intent to obtain advantage. Police will allege in court that

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the pair provided the girl with drugs before sexually abusing her at multiple locations over several hours on Thursday, October 3, 2019. The pair were refused bail and faced Newcastle Local Court on Saturday May 23, where the man was formally refused bail and the woman was granted strict conditional bail. Both re-appeared at Wyong Local Court on Tuesday June 2. The Child Abuse and Sex Crimes Squad is comprised of detectives who are specially trained to investigate matters against children and adults, including sexual assault, serious physical abuse, and extreme cases of neglect. Source: Press release, Jun 2 NSW Police Media

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Call for our own Central Coast University I am alarmed at the apparent agreement between the big parties, Labor and Liberal, that the Central Coast wants a University of Newcastle extension here, on the Central Coast. The Coast needs to play the child to Newcastle like it needs a hole in the head! The Central Coast needs its OWN University … one which unashamedly produces endless data, action-research, and policy reviews of specifically Central Coast matters: environment, industries, jobs, population

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performing arts, and various social endeavours. The placement of the Central Coast University (CCU) has some advocates baffled. For me, the issue of siting, is easy. A CCU will need to service both ends of the region - Wyong and Gosford – and the land needs to be cheap to keep development costs low. Transport between the University faculties must be rapid and uncongested. So, the site selects itself – build it over both Wyong and Gosford train stations. Land costs = nil, speed

between the 2 campuses = 30 minutes max, no congestion. To top off the Gosford building, we solve another long-term problem and gift the top 3 or 4 floors to the Gosford public … a long yearned-for Cultural Centre! There are 2 big benefits that come with a local university. First, and most obviously, our Central Coast University can play a big role in providing our youth with a tertiary education, intellectual discipline, sporting and artistic outlets for development and performance … all with ‘Central Coast University’ emblazoned across

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Regulation, not education; The downturn in TAFE; What has happened to Australia’s skills, ingenuity, design, recycling and enterprise? Have all these qualities been traded off to regulation? I have sent a letter of support to Clara Jones-CCN issue 15May-to save the elephant. The advice in my letter is based on design principles taught at TAFE’s advanced cabinetmaking certificate course. I believe those design

principles are as relevant today as they were in the 1980’s. It’s very sad that today’s society supports regulation and not self-expression. The hypocrisy of your recent correspondents is available for testing in most driveways, in the form of the overly ubiquitous motor vehicle. The motor vehicle has not been regulated since production ceased on Ford’s T Model sedan. How many motor vehicles

have been customised to make them an attraction, not only for the owner/driver but also for the public. In my letter to support the elephant, I specifically referred to the triangular bucket. Does anyone from Mangrove Mountain and Districts Community Group have any information on this unusual/ unique item? Customisation is at a higher level than regulation. Why hasn’t a policy been adopted to ensure increased customisation to increase skill, ingenuity, design, recycling and

enterprise? Old tradies would be shaking their heads in disbelief. I will be sending a copy of this letter to the Member for Gosford for her information and possible action. I am more than happy to support retention of the elephant as the volunteers struggle to adapt to a workspace based on regulation and not design fundamentals. Keep going in your quest. Source: Letter, 23 May 2020 Norm Harris, Umina

Opposed to Council no matter what they do Adam Crouch manages to criticise Central Coast Council (CCN edition 243) both for opposing the government’s decision to have any contentious development application determined by an independent expert-

FORUM dominated panel, and for resolving that all DAs in the city centre should be determined by an independent expert panel. I suppose he is being

consistent – he is opposed to the council no matter what they do – and it does get him more mentions in the paper, which is the object of the exercise. But it is interesting that someone who [had] more people vote for him than his

opponent should obsessed with elected councillors say in what people built environment.

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the proud chests of our local students. Second, and less obvious, but at least HALF of the importance, is the economic and environmental role of a University with its Research and Development capacity focussed on such things as regional data, analysis and research, regional policies … and all of it in cross-disciplinary collaboration with regional community and private sectors. Industry participation may come from any or all of the manufacturing, IT, food and regenerative agriculture and aquaculture, renewable

energy, biodiversity, telecommunications and tourism sectors, among others, and incorporate Indigenous Australian culture and history. Newcastle University is of big importance for Newcastle. Darwin and Hobart Universities are of great importance to Darwin and Hobart. The Central Coast needs its own public, multi-disciplinary, locally managed, Central Coast University that serves the Central Coast. Email, 1 Jun Dr Vanlyn J Davy [JP], Pearl Beach

An open letter to the NSW Government Dear Premier, Treasurer and Member for Terrigal; I request that you abandon your recently announced plan to offer a $1000 [inducement] as opposed to honouring already agreed upon pay rises to public sector workers in NSW. This is particularly galling in light of the fact that it is these very workers are the same ones who have gone over and above in their duty in recent support of our entire community during the COVID-19 crisis, which still poses a real threat

FORUM to us all. These workers, public school and TAFE teachers, cleaners, public transport personnel, essential service workers and of course all of our medical personnel, have all put their very lives on the line to maintain our society and the only thanks you offer them is a real pay cut, this is an appalling way to treat these workers and must be abandoned immediately. Email, Jun 2 D J Williamson, Wamberal

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STICK FIGURES Pete Rush working on his mammoth Photo: Belinda at Be One Photography

A project that artist, Pete Rush, of Wamberal started “just for fun” has brought joy to countless residents and visitors to the Central Coast during the recent period of social isolation. Amazing sculptures of a variety of animals, all made from driftwood, have been popping up all over the region, with Rush’s latest project a woolly mammoth still being worked on at Cockrone Lagoon. “It all started when I was walking along the beach in the early days of isolation and I spotted a piece of driftwood and thought ‘that’s looks like a horse’s tail’ – so I fashioned a horse,” Rush said.

“People started telling me it felt good to see it and so, as Anzac Day approached, I thought I would make a symbolic three dimensional riderless horse at Terrigal Lagoon. “People weren’t allowed to assemble but it made a nice memorial and people would come down two by two and take photos and they seemed to love it.” With his creativity in full swing, Rush approached police to see if it was permissible for him to continue making sculptures and was told it was fine as long as he didn’t attract a crowd. Largely for that reason he

tends to work mostly at night. Artworks began to appear in various locations; a pelican at the Skillion, a dragon not far from that, an antelope drinking at the lagoon and an emu and a giraffe at Avoca. “When I was doing the pelican there was a natural rock column just asking for a statue,” Rush said. “I needed just four pieces of driftwood and was lucky to find the appropriate pieces. “As I was working on the antelope at the lagoon, a black log came floating up, so I made a crocodile.” “The dragon I made near the Skillion was really complicated and tucked away, but even so

someone destroyed it.” Rush said he chose his sites depending on where he could find suitable natural materials. “I only work with flax, driftwood and seaweed,” he said. “They’re all made from natural materials – I don’t use wire or string and I try to bring flax from home so as not to touch natural vegetation.” Rush likes to situate his works where they can be nicely silhouetted at sunrise and sunset. “I put them where photographers can get good shots, close to the water,” he said.

“Lots of them have been washed away – I really don’t expect them to last but it’s been fantastic to notice since I started that kids have been making things out of driftwood too.” Rush said the inspiration for each piece came from the materials on hand. “The mammoth, which I am not quite finished yet, started when I came across some Neptune’s necklace seaweed and thought it looked like shaggy fur,” he said. “A woolly mammoth seemed like the right thing for it and I wanted to see how big I could go. “It’s just about life size and

I’m thinking of adding to it – maybe a Neanderthal princess on top of it reaching up to the clouds. “And I’d really like to do something actually in Avoca lagoon – some sort of sea monster.” Rush’s normal artistic offerings are paintings but with “no one buying paintings” during the pandemic, he is finding what he calls “drawing with sticks” artistically fulfilling. “And people have been so nice, thanking me for the joy I’ve given them and it’s nice to think maybe the works are a bit useful to society.” Reporter: Terry Collins

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Bake a Change in the fight against animal cruelty RSPCA is calling on animal lovers across the Coast to “bake a change” in the fight against animal cruelty for this year’s annual Cupcake Day on October 26. Last year, 8,142 people signed up to host a Cupcake Day in their homes, schools and workplaces to raise muchneeded funds for animals in need. The annual fundraiser is normally held in August but has been moved to a new springtime date due to ongoing community health and safety concerns. “This year has been incredibly challenging for everyone.

“Here at RSPCA NSW, we remain committed to our mission of rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming animals who have nowhere else to turn,” said RSPCA NSW Fundraising Senior Manager, Phoebe Brasher. “Cupcake Day is so important in ensuring we can continue this vital work because we can only continue this with the help of the community. “We want everyone to be as safe as possible and we hope this new date gives everyone a little extra time to perfect their baking skills,” Brasher said. RSPCA NSW receives less than 2 per cent of their funding from the state government

each year. Funds raised through Cupcake Day will help keep shelters open and inspectors on the road investigating animal cruelty complaints. Donations will also help fund prosecutions against cruelty offenders and important programs that support the most vulnerable members of our communities and their pets. Anyone interested in hosting a Cupcake Day fundraiser can visit the RSPCA’s website for more information. Source: Press release, May 26 RSPCA NSW Media

5 Lands Walk goes online This year’s 5 Lands Walk may have been cancelled due to COVID-19 but a group of artists are ensuring the event lives on by holding an online version of its opening ceremony.

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Indigenous performers; the opening ceremony festivities will be posted to Dr de Vilder’s YouTube channel for all 5 Lands people to enjoy. “Over the past 14 years, the 5 Lands Walk has attracted over 250,000 participants to enjoy the scenic beauty, arts, diverse cultures and people, native and recent, of the Central Coast. “It Connects people to people and people to place. “Sadly, this year’s event fell victim to COVID-19 restrictions, but the opening ceremony is a highlight and will go ahead as planned, albeit in a new

format,” Dr de Vilder said. The complete performance will be available for viewing from 8pm on June 19. “So, put 8pm, June 19, in your diaries, set up your laptop, smart tv, mobile phone or big screen, organise a little food and drink, pump up the sound and prepare to celebrate the spirit of the 5 Lands Walk,” Dr de Vilder said. More information can be found about the premiere event on the 5 Lands Walk website. Source: Press release, May 27 Dr Yantra de Vilder, 5 Lands Walk

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Fairy tale triumph over COVID-19 With her fundraiser, An Afternoon with Coast Opera Australia featuring songs from Disney to Diva just days away, Founder and Artistic Director of Coast Opera Australia, Angela Brewer, has reflected on almost two years of bringing the arts to life on the Central Coast. A celebrated international diva in her own right, Angela’s career has spanned over two decades and multiple continents. For 10 years she’s called the Central Coast home and been hungry to establish a dedicated and permanent platform for her craft in the region. In September 2018 she did just that, debuting her company, Coast Opera Australia (COA), in her hometown of Gosford. Since then, Angela has brought a contingent of the world’s most revered operatic talent to the region and performed from the Sydney Opera House to La Scala; hosted masterclasses with other local performing arts elites, including John Bell. She has also brought acclaim to the Coast through a series of grand performances, most recently at the 2019 Melbourne

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Cup; and helped emerging local talent blossom in a cutthroat industry; all whilst juggling being a mum. 2020 was supposed to be the next chapter in COA’s story and while it’s still being written, COVID-19 has emerged as the villain in this saga. The arts industry as a whole has been one of the hardest hit by the virus and resulting restrictions, with COA no

exception. As a new enterprise yet to complete its first full financial year of trade, COA was not eligible for existing funding or government support measures available to the arts industry during the pandemic. “Since restrictions came into effect, we had to cancel six major concerts and over 50 artists scheduled to perform. “It has been an incredibly

difficult time, not just for us but for the arts in general, because at the end of the day funding for a young company comes mostly from ticket sales,” Angela said. “I don’t believe it’s widely known just how deeply impacted the industry is and I hope in the future government support for the people that have entertained the nation through quarantine will be

more forthcoming,” she added. Like others in the industry, Angela has turned to alternative performance formats to keep COA’s audience engaged, artists and associates working and to generate some semblance of revenue during the pandemic. They’ve proven to be a lifeline and a learning experience. “Our first concert, Salute to the ANZACs and now Disney to

Diva, have shown me that COA can still produce professional standard events under the most challenging of circumstances. “Disney to Diva is shaping up to have our largest audience ever. “Before the pandemic we were performing to just over 320, now an estimated 300,000 people are expected to tune into the livestream. “That’s quite some growth in a few months. “It’s very exciting and I can’t thank the Central Coast community enough for supporting us through this difficult time,” Angela said. An Afternoon with Coast Opera Australia, featuring Disney to Diva will take place at Central Coast Stadium from 4pm on Sunday June 7 and residents can watch the show livestreamed via COA’s website and social media or via coastcommunitynews.com.au. COA is registered as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) and donations can be made via the company’s website. Source: Interview, Jun 2 Angela Brewer, Coast Opera Australia Reporter: Dilon Luke

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5:30 Today [s] Sunrise [s] 9:00 Today Extra (PG) [s] The Morning Show (PG) [s] Seven Morning News [s] 11:30 NINE’s Morning News [s] Movie: “Layover” (M v) (’12) 12:00 Ellen (PG) [s] Stars: Lauren Holly, Kaylee De 1:00 Movie: “The Mod Squad” (M) Fer, Rayne Bidder, Joe Lando, (’99) Stars: Michael Cole, Pete Lony’e Perrine, Massi Furlan Cochran, Peggy Lipton 3:00 Tipping Point (PG) [s] The Daily Edition (PG) [s] The Chase UK [s] 4:00 NINE’s Afternoon News [s] 5:00 Millionaire Hot Seat [s] Seven News At 4 [s] 6:00 NBN News [s] The Chase Australia [s] 7Prime News [s] 7:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] Better Homes And Gardens 7:30 NRL: Melbourne Storm v South Sydney Rabbitohs *Live* From Movie: “The Last Samurai” (M) AAMI Park [s] (’03) – In Japan, Civil War veteran Captain Nathan Algren 9:45 Friday Night Knock Off: trains the Emperor’s troops to Melbourne Storm v South Sydney Rabbitohs *Live* [s] use modern weapons as they prepare to defeat the last of the 10:45 Top Gear (PG) [s] country’s samurais. Stars: Tom 12:05 Law & Order: Criminal Intent: The Pardoner’s Tale (M) [s] Cruise, Ken Watanabe, William Atherton, Chad Lindberg, Ray 1:00 Outback Brothers (PG) [s] 1:30 Home Shopping Godshall Sr., Billy Connolly, Tony Goldwyn, Masato Harada 4:30 The Avengers: Britain’s Got Talent (PG) [s] Escape In Time (PG) [s] 5:30 A Current Affair (PG) [s] Home Shopping 6:00 Ellen (PG) [s] Home Shopping 7:00 Weekend Today [s] Weekend Sunrise [s] The Morning Show - Weekend 10:00 Today Extra - Saturday [s] 12:00 Knights To Remember (PG) (PG) [s] 12:30 Outback Brothers (PG) [s] Seven’s Horse Racing: Stradbroke Handicap Day, June 1:00 Animal Embassy [s] 1:30 Delish [s] Race Day [s] 2:00 The Voice: Blind Audition 5 [s] Seven News At 5 [s] Border Security - Australia’s 3:30 The Voice: Blind Audition 6 [s] 5:00 NINE News: First At Five [s] Front Line (PG) [s] 5:30 Getaway (PG) [s] 7Prime News [s] 6:00 NBN News Saturday [s] The Latest Seven News [s] 7:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] Movie: “Mrs Doubtfire” (PG) (’93) – After a bitter divorce, an 7:30 Movie: “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” (PG) (’02) Stars: Nia actor disguises himself as a Vardalos, John Corbett female housekeeper to spend 9:30 Movie: “Adventures Of Priscilla time with his children held in Queen Of The Desert” (M l,s) custody by his former wife. (’94) Stars: Terence Stamp, Stars: Robin Williams, Sally Guy Pearce, Hugo Weaving Field, Pierce Brosnan, Harvey 11:35 Movie: “August: Osage County” Fierstein, Polly Holliday (MA15+) (’13) Stars: Meryl Movie: “Why Him?” (MA15+) Streep, Dermot Mulroney (’16) Stars: Zoey Deutch, James Franco, Tangie Ambrose 1:40 Award Winning Tasmania [s] Quantico: Spy Games (M v) [s] 2:05 Home Shopping 5:30 Wesley Impact [s] Home Shopping 6:00 Animal Tales [s] Home Shopping 7:00 Weekend Today [s] Weekend Sunrise [s] The Morning Show - Weekend 10:00 Sports Sunday (PG) [s] 11:00 Sunday Footy Show (PG) [s] House Of Wellness [s] Kochie’s Business Builders: 12:00 Program To Be Advised 1:00 World’s Greatest Journeys Small Business First [s] (PG) [s] Motorway Patrol (PG) [s] 2:00 Endangered (PG) [s] Movie: “The Maltese Falcon” 3:00 NRL: Canberra Raiders v (PG) (’41) Stars: Humphrey Newcastle Knights *Live* From Bogart, Mary Astor Campbelltown Stadium [s] Better Homes And Gardens 6:00 NBN News Sunday [s] Seven News At 5 [s] 7:00 The Voice: Blind Audition 7 Sydney Weekender [s] (PG) [s] – The Blinds continue 7Prime News [s] with one of the best voices to House Rules - High Stakes ever audition on the show. (PG) [s] 8:30 60 Minutes (PG) [s] Movie: “The Blind Side” (PG) 9:30 NINE News Late [s] (’09) Stars: Sandra Bullock, Quinton Aaron, Tim McGraw, 10:00 Inside Crime (M) [s] 11:00 See No Evil: The Man In The Lily Collins, Jae Head, Kathy Red Jacket (M) [s] Bates 12:00 The Brokenwood Mysteries: The Blacklist: Tontine (M v) [s] Newton Purcell (MA15+) [s] 2:00 Home Shopping Code Black: 2:30 Skippy - The Bush Kangaroo The Same As Air (M) [s] 3:00 Home Shopping Home Shopping

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Also see: ABC COMEDY (Channel 22) ABC ME (Channel 23) ABC NEWS (Channel 24)

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5:30 Today [s] Sunrise [s] 9:00 Today Extra [s] The Morning Show (PG) [s] 11:30 NINE’s Morning News [s] Seven Morning News [s] 12:00 Ellen (PG) [s] Movie: “Saving Mr. Banks” 1:00 Getaway (PG) [s] (PG) (’13) Stars: Emma 1:30 The Voice: Thompson, Tom Hanks Blind Audition 7 (PG) [s] Coastwatch Oz (PG) [s] The Chase UK (PG) [s] 3:00 The Gold Week Telethon [s] – Join NINE in partnership with Seven News At 4 [s] the Sydney Children’s Hospitals The Chase Australia [s] Foundation for the 11th Annual 7Prime News [s] Gold Telethon. Home And Away (PG) [s] 5:00 Millionaire Hot Seat [s] Big Brother (M) [s] 6:00 NBN News [s] 9-1-1: Eddie Begins (M l) [s] 7:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] The Latest Seven News [s] S.W.A.T.: Pride (M v) [s] – The 7:30 The Voice: Blind Audition 8 (PG) [s] SWAT team struggles to maintain peace on the eve of an 9:00 Queen: Days Of Our Lives (Part 1) (M) [s] LGBTQ pride festival after a 10:20 100% Footy (M) [s] hate crime sparks city wide 11:20 NINE News Late [s] anger that ignites further 11:50 Lethal Weapon: Better Living violence. Through Chemistry (MA15+) [s] The Goldbergs: 12:40 Killer Couples (M v,l) [s] Food In Geoffy (PG) [s] 1:30 Home Shopping Talking Footy (M) [s] 4:00 Ellen (PG) [s] Home Shopping

6:00 Headline News [s] 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 12:00 Dr Phil (PG) [s] 1:00 Masterchef Australia (PG) [s] 2:30 Entertainment Tonight [s] 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 3:30 My Market Kitchen [s] 4:00 Good Chef Bad Chef [s] 4:30 Best Of The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:00 WIN News [s] 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 7:30 Masterchef Australia (PG) [s] 8:40 Have You Been Paying Attention? (M) [s] 9:40 Kinne Tonight (M) [s] – Troy Kinne and his friends unpack and poke fun at the messiness and realities of modern life. 10:10 How To Stay Married (PG) [s] 10:40 The Graham Norton Show (M) 11:20 WIN’s All Australian News [s] 12:20 The Project (PG) [s] 1:20 The Late Show (PG) [s] 2:30 Home Shopping

5:30 Today [s] Sunrise [s] 9:00 Today Extra [s] The Morning Show (PG) [s] 11:30 NINE’s Morning News [s] Seven Morning News [s] Movie: “Framed For Murder” 12:00 Ellen (PG) [s] (M) (’07) Stars: Elisa Donovan, 1:00 Mom: Fancy Crackers And Giant Women (M) [s] Susan Walters, Perry King 1:30 The Voice: The Daily Edition (PG) [s] Blind Audition 8 (PG) [s] The Chase UK [s] 3:00 Tipping Point (PG) [s] Seven News At 4 [s] 4:00 NINE’s Afternoon News [s] The Chase Australia [s] 5:00 Millionaire Hot Seat [s] 7Prime News [s] 6:00 NBN News [s] Home And Away (PG) [s] 7:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] Big Brother (M) [s] 7:30 Kath & Kim: Sex (PG) [s] Criminal Minds: 8:05 Kath & Kim: Gay (PG) [s] Awakenings (MA15+) [s] 8:40 Movie: “The Dish” (PG) (’00) Absentia: Nobody’s Innocent Stars: Sam Neill (MA15+) [s] – Emily avoids arrest and finds another trace of 10:40 NINE News Late [s] the investigation. But with the 11:10 New Amsterdam: Pilot (M mp) disturbing new evidence, Emily 12:00 Guiltology: Left For Dead (M) 12:55 Tipping Point [s] begins to suspect one of her 1:20 9Honey - Quarantine Kitchen loved ones. 2:00 Home Shopping The Latest Seven News [s] 2:30 Skippy - The Bush Kangaroo Grey’s Anatomy: Put On A 3:00 Home Shopping Happy Face (M s) [s] 4:00 Ellen (PG) [s] Home Shopping

6:00 Headline News [s] 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 12:00 Dr Phil (PG) [s] 1:00 Masterchef Australia (PG) [s] 2:10 Entertainment Tonight [s] 2:30 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 3:30 My Market Kitchen [s] 4:00 Good Chef Bad Chef [s] 4:30 Best Of The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:00 WIN News [s] 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 7:30 Masterchef Australia (PG) [s] 8:40 How To Stay Married (PG) [s] – After a sobering cyber-safety information night, Greg and Em decide to install a secret surveillance app on Sophie’s phone. 9:10 NCIS: Beneath The Surface (M) 10:10 NCIS: Los Angeles: Fortune Favors The Brave (M v) [s] 11:10 WIN’s All Australian News [s] 12:10 The Project (PG) [s] 1:10 The Late Show (PG) [s]

5:30 Sunrise [s] 9:00 The Morning Show (PG) [s] 11:30 Seven Morning News [s] Movie: “Social Nightmare” (M v) 12:00 1:00 (’13) Stars: Daryl Hannah The Daily Edition (PG) [s] The Chase UK [s] Seven News At 4 [s] 3:00 The Chase Australia [s] 4:00 7Prime News [s] 5:00 Home And Away (PG) [s] 6:00 Big Brother (M) [s] 7:00 The Front Bar (M) [s] 7:30 The Latest Seven News [s] The Resident: Burn It All Down 8:30 (M) [s] – Just when Derek’s 9:30 condition seems to be improving, a severe 10:30 complication arises; when 11:00 Cain’s former girlfriend is admitted to the hospital for 11:50 surgery, the doctors get a glimpse into his personal life. 12:40 1:35 Autopsy USA: 2:00 Mary Tyler Moore (M) [s] 4:00 Home Shopping Sunrise [s] The Morning Show (PG) [s] Seven Morning News [s] Program To Be Advised Program To Be Advised The Daily Edition (PG) [s] The Chase UK [s] Seven News At 4 [s] – Seven brings you the latest developments in today’s top stories. The Chase Australia [s] 7Prime News [s] Home And Away (PG) [s] Program To Be Advised Program To Be Advised Program To Be Advised World’s Most Shocking Emergency Calls (M v) [s] – This episode features the emergency response to the Pulse nightclub terror attack and the tragic call made after a toddler is killed by the family pet. Home Shopping

Also see: 7TWO (Channel 62) 7MATE (Channel 63) 7FLIX (Channel 66) 7FOOD (Channel 74)

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CGTN English News NHK World English News Worldwatch Soundtracks: Songs That Defined History - The Berlin Wall And The Fall Of Communism (PG) 2:50 Movie: “The Eviction” (PG) (’18) Stars: Dave Inglis, Rob Hall 4:20 Great American Railroad Journeys (PG) 5:30 Letters And Numbers 6:00 Mastermind Australia 6:30 SBS World News 7:35 Secrets Of The Royal: Wardrobe (PG) 8:45 Michael Mosley: Coronavirus Special (M) 9:45 24 Hours In Emergency: Born To Be Wild (M) 10:40 SBS World News Late 11:10 Agatha Christie’s Criminal Games: The Mirror Cracked (M) (In French) 12:55 An Ordinary Woman (M l) (In Russian) 5:00 5:15 5:30 1:00 2:00

CGTN English News NHK World English News Worldwatch PBS Newshour The Tsar And Empress: Secret Letters (M v) 2:55 Great British Railway Journeys (PG) 3:25 Who Do You Think You Are?: Jane Turner (PG) 4:25 Great American Railroad Journeys (PG) 5:30 Letters And Numbers 6:00 Mastermind Australia 6:30 SBS World News 7:30 Who Do You Think You Are?: Lisa Curry (PG) 8:30 Filthy Rich And Homeless (M) 9:30 Dateline 10:00 The Feed 10:30 SBS World News Late 11:00 Blinded (MA15+) (In Swedish) 12:50 Pagan Peak (M l,n) (In German) 3:00 Ride Upon The Storm (M l,v) (In Danish)

6:00 Headline News [s] Today [s] 5:00 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] Today Extra [s] 5:15 12:00 Dr Phil (PG) [s] NINE’s Morning News [s] 5:30 1:00 Masterchef Australia (PG) [s] 1:00 Ellen (PG) [s] Movie: “The Invention Of Lying” 2:00 Entertainment Tonight [s] 2:00 2:30 Judge Judy (PG) [s] (M s,l) (’09) Stars: Ricky 3:00 Gervais, Jennifer Garner, Rob 3:30 My Market Kitchen [s] 3:30 4:00 Good Chef Bad Chef [s] Lowe, Louis CK, Jonah Hill 4:30 Best Of The Bold And The Tipping Point (PG) [s] 4:25 Beautiful (PG) [s] NINE’s Afternoon News [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] 5:30 6:00 WIN News [s] NBN News [s] 6:00 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] 6:30 Taronga: Who’s Who In The 7:30 Masterchef Australia (PG) [s] 7:35 Zoo: Mr Hobbs (PG) [s] 8:45 Tommy: There Are No Paramedics (M) [s] Strangers Here (M) [s] – Tommy 8:30 Botched: Breast Lumps And works to keep her officers in line 9:35 Empty Noses (M mp) [s] when one of their own turns up 10:35 NINE News Late [s] dead. 11:05 Chicago Med: Tell Me The 9:40 Bull: Bad Medicine (M v) [s] 12:00 Truth (M mp) [s] 10:40 Elementary: Unfriended (M) [s] Westside: Episode 7 (M) [s] 11:40 WIN’s All Australian News [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] 12:40 The Project (PG) [s] 2:30 A Current Affair (PG) [s] 1:40 The Late Show (PG) [s] Home Shopping 2:30 Home Shopping 3:35 Ellen (PG) [s] 5:00 The Talk (PG) [s] Today [s] Today Extra [s] NINE’s Morning News [s] Ellen (PG) [s] Chicago Med: Tell Me The Truth (M mp) [s] Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo: Mr Hobbs (PG) [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] NINE’s Afternoon News [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] NBN News [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] NRL: Manly Sea Eagles v Brisbane Broncos *Live* From Central Coast Stadium [s] Golden Point: Manly Sea Eagles v Brisbane Broncos [s] NINE News Late [s] Taken: Carapace (M v,d) [s] Mom: Poodle Fuzz And A Twinge Of Jealousy (M) [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] Home Shopping Ellen (PG) [s]

Also see: GEM (Channel 82) GO! (Channel 83/88) LIFE (Channel 84)

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CGTN English News NHK World English News Worldwatch PBS Newshour The Tsar And Empress (M v) Dateline Big Ben: World’s Most Famous Clock Great American Railroad Journeys (PG) Letters And Numbers Mastermind Australia SBS World News Tony Robinson’s World By Rail: Europe (PG) Filthy Rich And Homeless (M) Reprisal: Dammit (MA15+) SBS World News Late Save Me (MA15+) Movie: “The Fortress” (MA15+) (’17) Stars: Byung-hun Lee, Yoon-seok Kim (In Korean) Trapped (M l,v) (In Icelandic/ English) Extreme Railway Journeys: Crossing The Baltics (PG)

6:00 Headline News [s] 5:00 CGTN English News 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 5:15 NHK World English News 12:00 Dr Phil (PG) [s] 5:30 Worldwatch 1:00 Masterchef Australia (PG) [s] 1:00 PBS Newshour 2:10 Entertainment Tonight [s] 2:00 Travel Man: Stockholm (PG) 2:30 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 2:30 Football: FIFA World Cup 3:30 My Market Kitchen [s] Classic Match: West Germany 4:00 Good Chef Bad Chef [s] v Holland 1974 4:30 Best Of The Bold And The 4:25 Great American Railroad Beautiful (PG) [s] Journeys: Nevada 5:00 10 News First [s] 5:30 Letters And Numbers 6:00 WIN News [s] 6:00 Mastermind Australia 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 6:30 SBS World News 7:30 Masterchef Australia (PG) [s] 7:30 Great Canadian Railroad 8:40 Celebrity Gogglebox Journeys: USA (M) [s] Edmonton To Jasper 9:40 Law & Order: SVU: 8:35 Filthy Rich And Homeless (M) The Good Girl (MA15+) [s] 9:35 ZeroZeroZero (MA15+) (In 10:40 Blue Bloods: English/ Tamasheq/ French/ Puzzle Palace (M) [s] Italian/ Wolof) 11:40 WIN’s All Australian News [s] 10:35 SBS World News Late 12:40 The Project (PG) [s] 11:05 Tin Star (MA15+) 1:40 The Late Show With Stephen 11:55 Bullets (M d,l,n,v) Colbert (PG) [s] (In Finnish/ English) 2:30 Home Shopping 1:40 Riviera (M l) 5:00 The Talk (PG) [s] 3:20 Extreme Railway Journeys

Also see: 10 PEACH (Channel 11) 10 BOLD (Channel 12)

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Also see: SBS VICELAND (Channel 31) SBS MOVIES (Channel 32) SBS FOOD (Channel 33) SBS NITV (Channel 34)

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ARTS & CULTURE ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE

Free social French conversation groups. Small classes at East Gosford & Bateau Bay Renee 0435 028 416 www.afcentralcoast.org.au afcentralcoast@gmail.com

CENTRAL COAST ART SOCIETY

Lectures, demonstrations and discussion. Weekly paint-outs Tues 4349 5860 for locations Workshops 4363 1156 9.30am 1st & 3rd Wed Meetings 1.30pm 4th Wed Gosford City Arts Centre. 4325 1420

publicity@artcentralcoast.asn.au

HANDWEAVERS, SPINNERS AND TEXTILE ARTS GUILD

Spinning and weaving, patchwork and quilting, felting and other fibre and fabric crafts, community quilting bees - Day and Night Groups 4325 4743 www.cottagecrafts.net.au

TOUKLEY DISTRICT ART SOCIETY

SUNDAY LUNCH BUNCH Singles over 55 Luncheons 1st & 3rd Sun 0418 772 569 (after 2pm)

WINE APPRECIATION CLUB

TERRIGAL 50+ LEISURE & LEARNING CENTRE

Fitness, yoga, bridge, mahjong, zumba gold, line Central Coast Leagues Club dancing, tai chi, painting, craft 2nd Wed & computer classes. Taste and be educated on wine 4384 5152 by various wineries. CCLC INDOOR BOWLS Purchases not mandatory Mon - Ladies Social Keith - 0420 722 529 WYOMING Wed Night & Sat - Mixed Social Fraser - 0416 831 088 COMMUNITY CENTRE Tuition given Community support, Zumba, Level 2, Central Coast LEARN TO DANCE book club, community garden, Leagues Club Social ballroom dancing for all facility hire, fine assistance, 4334 3800 ages, all you need is a desire volunteer opportunity, CDAT & to learn and dance, OSHC/Vacation Care GOSFORD NORTH no partner required. 4323 7483 PROBUS CLUB meet every Tues - St Luke’s accounts@gosfordcommunity.org.au 4th Tues, Grange Hotel, www.gosfordcommunity.org.au Anglican Church, 7pm Wyoming 10am & 15 Lorraine Ave 4322 5560 Berkeley Vale, 2:30pm Anne - 0409 938 345

GOSFORD AND DISTRICT ORCHID SOCIETY

Persons interested in Orchids and their culture 4th Wed, 7.30pm Kincumber School of Arts, Tora Ave, Kincumber 0405 669 707

gosfordorchidsociety@yahoo.com.au

SENIORS’ COMPUTER CLUB

Non-profit club to help members master computers, tablets, phones and keep up with grand children Friendly Volunteer Helpers scccc@internode.on.net

anneglazier@y7mail.com

NAVAL ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALIA CENTRAL COAST SUB-SECTION

Meets on the 2nd Sat of each month at Gosford RSL - 10am, new memebrs most welcome, serving or ex ran, rn and other commonwealth navies. 0400 103 765 brucesmith59@bigpond.com

COMMUNITY CENTRES GOSFORD 50+ LEISURE AND LEARNING CENTRE

AL - ANON FAMILY GROUPS HEALTH

We offer hope and friendship for people affected by someone else’s drinking. Al-anon family groups meet weekly, please contact 1300 252 666 al-anon.org.au

HISTORY GROUPS CENTRAL COAST FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY Tue to Fri 9.30am - 2.00pm First Sat 9.30 - noon Thur 7pm - 9pm Other times by appointment. 4324 5164

HEALTH GROUPS

www.centralcoastfhs.org.au admin@centralcoasths.org.au

BETTER HEARING AUSTRALIA

BRISBANE WATER HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Hearing loss management Support and educational groups providing practical experience and confidence 4321 0275

• Coach tours • school educational tours • annual street stalls • participation in History Heritage Week Margaret Pearce 4325 2270

PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

FELLOWSHIP OF FIRST FLEETERS

Last Fri 9.30am Terrigal Uniting Church 380 Terrigal Dr, Terrigal 4367 9600 www.pcfa.org.au

POLITICAL PARTIES CENTRAL COAST GREENS Local, state wide, national and international issues and campaigns Council and parliamentary representation 3rd Thur centralcoast.nsw.greens.org.au centralcoastgreens@gmail.com

LABOR PARTY OURIMBAH/ NARARA BRANCH

Discussion/action community Issues – 3 levels of Government Function Room, Grange Hotel, Wyoming 7.30pm 1st. Monday 0410 309 494 Kyle.macgregor@hotmail.com

PUBLIC SPEAKING BLUE GUM FLAT TOASTMASTERS

Develop confidence by improving your speaking skills. For anyone interested in early 1st & 3rd Mon 7.15-9.30pm history. Ourimbah RSL Don’t need to be a First Fleeter. 4362 7227 Point Clare Community Hall 2nd Sat 10:30am 4392 1926 4311 6254

SPECIAL INTEREST CCLC BRIDGE CLUB

Duplicate Bridge, partner not required. Central Coast Leagues Club 12.30pm Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri. Sat 1.30pm, Wed 7.15pm 4325 9854

www.cclcbridgeclub.asn.au cclcbridgeclub@westnet.com.au

CENTRAL COAST GOJU-KAI KARATE

Traditional Karate & self defence for teens & adults No contracts, cheap rates Wamberal - Mon 6.30pm Kincumber - Thurs 7.15pm 0417 697 096 www.centralcoastgojukaikarate.com.au

CENTRAL COAST SOARING CLUB INC

Gliding Club, Learn to fly, Instruction FREE to members 14 and up Bloodtree Rd, Mangrove Mountain Thur, Sat, Sun 0412 164 082 0414 635 047 www.ccsoaring.com.au

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SPIRITUALITY IN THE PUB

Ecumenical & interfaith DYING WITH DIGNITY INNER WHEEL CLUBS speakers forum & Q&A. Mon-Fri Campaigning to give those Google scccckincumber Women working together to 1st Tues March to October Chess, darts, handicraft, indoor suffering unrelievable terminal 4307 9421 2nd Tues November bowls, knitting, line dancing, or incurable illness the choice BRISBANE WATER BRASS make a difference and improve lives while making new 7.30 to 9pm origami, painting, pencil to receive legal medical Brass Band entertainment for friends. TERRIGAL WAMBERAL Grange Hotel, Wyoming drawing, scrabble, assistance to die. the community playing all Social outings and community RSL SUB-BRANCH 4365 9197 scrapbooking, sit & sew, table Quarterly mtgs, Erina Fair. types of popular music involvment. Pension and welfare officers tennis, Ukulele 0434 426 486 Wed 8pm -10pm toukleyartgallery@gmail.com Wyong 3rd Wed 6.30pm available to assist with DVA 4304 7065 robyncameron@y7mail.com WOMEN’S GROUPS 0419 274 012 www.toukleyartgallery.com.au Terrigal 3rd Mon 12 noon compensation claims and Gosford North 2nd Wed 7pm benefits COMMUNITY GROUPS GOSFORD-NARARA WOMEN’S HEALTH MEALS ON WHEELS COASTAL A CAPPELLA 0417 480 549 Breakers Country Club NEIGHBOURHOOD Delicious meals delivered free Award winning women’s CENTRES 0407 008 555 ABC - “The Friends” Wed & Fri 10am – Midday Join us for a midday meal a cappella chorus. Counselling, therapeutic and CENTRE Safeguard ABC’s Meet 2nd Sat 10am Help with shopping and Music education provided. School Holiday activities, independence, funding, & LIONS CLUB OF WOY WOY social groups, workshops, 4384 2661 cooking classes Rehearsals Tuesday 7pm @ playgroup, multicultural standards. Meetings through Terrigal-WamberalSB@rslnsw. Make new friends & have fun domestic violence and abuse 4363 7111 Red Tree Theatre Tuggerah. programs, community activities the year & social mornings org.au. while serving your community issues. All services provided by Performance opportunities. women for women Rooms for Hire Well-known guest speakers 3rd Mon Hire us for your next event. 4324 2533 4329 4477 CANCER INFORMATION 0400 213 514 Woy Woy Leagues Club U3A CENTRAL COAST www.cccwhc.com.au 0412 948 450 admin@gnnc.com.au & SUPPORT SOCIETY www.fabcnsw.org.au 0478 959 895 Enjoy a diverse range of Promoting prevention, self-help coastalacappella@gmail.com courses and activities for SOROPTIMIST POINT CLARE and freedom of choice in CENTRAL COAST ROTARY CLUB OF seniors. Keep your mind active therapies. SOUNDWAVES INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY HALL CARAVANNERS and make new friends. GOSFORD Henry Kendall Gardens A cappella harmony for men Community garden, paygroup, BRISBANE WATER 3rd Sun - Jan to Nov 0408 704 701 Supporting local & overseas Summer 3rd Mon - 7pm, Mon 7.00 to 9.30pm craft & exercise groups Making a difference in the lives Trips Away, Social Outings, www.centralcoast.u3anet.org.au communities. Winter 3rd Sat - 2pm Central Coast Leagues Club, Function or meeting room hire of women & girls through friendship with like minded Share fellowship & fun. 0410 696 458 Dane Drive, Gosford 4323 7483 awareness, advocacy & action folk Gosford Golf Club 6pm Thurs VOLUNTEERING cisscentralcoast@bigpond.com accounts@gosfordcommunity.org.au Max 4324 3631 2nd Thur 7 pm Geoff 0447 882 150 0414 777 748 www.gosfordcommunity.org.au CENTRAL COAST Kieran 4324 1977 Breakers Country Club, www.gosfordrotary.org.au Refer potential volunteers to PENINSULA LIGHTHOUSE Dover Rd, Wamberal COMMUNITY LEGAL community organisations & KARIONG sibrisbanewater@siswp.org Mobile counselling service SYMPHONY ROTARY CLUB OF CENTRE provide support to them. www.siswp.org supporting ALL people NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRAL COAST GOSFORD NORTH Not for profit service providing Training to volunteers and suffering from Domestic CENTRE Community Orchestra Active community minded club. free legal advice managers of volunteers Info SPORT Violence Early childhood clinic, free Rehearsals Wed 7.30 - 9.45pm Many projects focussed on Mon - Fri 9am to 5pm sessions held regularly. Counselling services family law advice, active Erina assisting youth 4353 4988 4329 7122 info@sympnonycentralcoast.com playgroup, computer classes, Mon, Ettalong Baptist Church, DOYALSON WYEE Graham Black - 0410 509 071 contact@centralcoastclc.org.au recruit@volcc.org.au 0417 472 374 OOSH services, fitness classes, SOCCER CLUB grahamblack@outlook.com.au penlighthouse@gmail.com arts & crafts, over 50’s Football club for the local TEMPO TERRIFIC www.peninsulalighthouse.info/ WILDLIFE ARC 50+ SINGLE & friendship group, youth group, community. Juniors from under CONCERT BAND Rescue and care for injured SOCIAL GROUP & social groups. 5 to senior teams. Plays popular music for and orphan native animals. Fun & friendship 4340 1724 Kerry 0410 045 981 community events. 24hr/day, 7days/week. Monthly progam of dinner, wwww.knc.net.au president@doylowolves.com.au Adult members play wind, Meet 3rd Sun Wyoming dancing, scrabble, brass and percussion Community Centre, Maidens cards, Tenpin etc. 0405 619 980 Brush Rd Wyoming 10am 0437 699 366 www.tempoterrific.com 4325 0666 0407 003 214 Painting, drawing groups and classes, demonstarations and workshops. 7 days 10am-4pm, Cafe Tues-Drawing group 10am Wed - Painting group 9:30am 4392 4666

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Setting aside our differences A video highlighting a very special friendship at the Australian Reptile Park has gone viral on Faceboook. Elsa the koala and Hope the wombat have become “iso buddies”, with keepers often putting the two in the same enclosure during the Park’s

closure due to COVID-19 restrictions. A video featuring the pair, affectionately known as “lockdown BFFS” by staff, was posted on the Park’s Facebook page on June 2 and attracted hundreds of thousands of views overnight. Staff said the youngsters

gave each other company during isolation and it is now part of their daily routine to spend time together. Hope the wombat was often housed in the koala enclosure under the supervision of keepers when they were in the yards cleaning and changing over fresh leaves.

Keepers watched on as the two, both hand-raised at the Park, were seen interacting frequently, bonding and greeting each other with a daily Eskimo nose kiss. Curator, Hayley Shute, who personally hand raised Elsa, said seeing the one-year-old grow had been an “amazing

experience”. “It’s a very special friendship these two have formed and I can’t wait to see it continue to blossom,” Shute said. “Elsa and Hope are great ambassadors for Australian wildlife and our wildlife needs all the help it can get.

“Our iconic koala is sadly experiencing a large decline in numbers due, in part, to the tragic bush fires we had earlier this year and they’re on the trajectory to be extinct in the wild by 2050.” Source: Media release, Jun 3 Australian Reptile Park

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One Bright Moon

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One Bright Moon is a powerful memoir by Andrew Kwong. Andrew wasn’t always Andrew. In 1954 he is known as Ah-mun and is excited to attend kindergarten. He is already familiar with the revolutionary slogans that have been used since he was born, “Long live Chairman Mao!”, “Long live the Chinese Communist Party!”, “Down with capitalists!”. He longs to obtain the coveted Red Scarf which is a symbol of the revolutionary youth and indication of being a loyal communist. With names such as Wonder River District, Come Happiness Road, Come Happiness Street, Come Happiness Bridge you would think you were in a land of utopia. But at just seven years of age, he witnesses his first execution and he is left sleepless and disturbed. It is a new era – peace has arrived after many years of conflict and there

is optimism as Chairman Mao promises “ample food for all, housing for displaced millions, gender equality, free education, full employment, freedom in marriage.” But as the years pass, the hope fades. Ah-mun’s parents are university graduates who trained as teachers – they are considered intellectuals, tainted, and not needed in the new China. They were not offered jobs and depend on family living overseas to send money for their survival. His father, Baba, is sent to prison up

north for fifteen years for re-education through labour. The district head preys on Mama and the family. After three years in prison Baba is released on the grounds of his “complete and good behaviour.” The actual reason is that there is not enough food to feed the prisoners. It is the beginning of the famine that marks the Great Leap Forward and there is not enough food for anyone. People are dying in the streets; sanitation workers are collecting corpses. Mama repeatedly applies for a visa to leave China but she is rejected each time. Then she fills out an application for Ah-mun – it is accepted, and he goes to Macau. In Macau his aunt enrolls him in a school to learn English, the language that “your ticket to a better world.” He is practicing his English when his Baba walks through the front gate. He has escaped China. Baba feels Macau it is too close to the mainland and makes plans to head to Hong Kong. Ah-mun is smuggled onto a boat and after an arduous journey he arrives,

followed later by Baba. Ah-mun practices his English and through tenacity and the urge for bigger challenges he gets accepted to La Salle College where he gets baptized and changes his name to Andrew. Hong Kong descends into turmoil and for safety Baba plans for everyone to escape, far away. In 1969 Andrew heads to Hold Cross College in Ryde, Australia. He graduates and gets accepted to the University of New South Wales Medical School. He is going to be doctor. Although Mama keeps trying to get a visa she is consistently unsuccessful. Her despondency grows – will the family ever be together again? This is a riveting story about sacrifice, love, hope and the pursuit of freedom. It shows us the lengths parents will go to find a better life for their children. What the family went through was heart breaking and inspirational. It’s also a story of how a man found his place and home here in Australia as a Chinese refugee and became a highly respected physician. The writing is extraordinary and poignantly captures the sense of

hunger and desperation of the time and place. Andrew Kwong now works as a family physician in Wyoming on the Central Coast. He has published many short stories and is the recipient of numerous writing awards and fellowships. Thank you Dr Kwong for a great book. I enjoyed reading your story and now I know what a “gweilo” means. Kim Reardon The Reluctant Book Critic

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Business & Property NBN survey suggests flexible work is here to stay Working from home could become the new norm, even after the coronavirus threat is behind us, according to the NBN Australian Covid-19 Behavioural Change Survey. More than 80% of respondents to the national survey said the experience of working from home had positively changed the way they think about managing work/life flexibility. And 67% nationally said they expect to work from home more after the COVID-19 crisis has ended. Business NSW Central Coast Regional Director, Paula Martin said the working from home landscape has “changed forever” thanks to technology which has enabled business to keep connected to their employees, customers and suppliers during COVID-19. “Working from home during the pandemic has allowed business to continue to innovate, service their customers and operate their workforce in a healthy way,” Martin said. “We have seen less commuting time, less stress and less distractions account for an increase in productivity. “Nearly 40% of workers are working longer hours. “Prior to Covid-19 less than 10% of businesses offered working from home arrangements and often informally. “Now working from home not only helps business manage

The Hueston family of Copacabana has found a wealth of benefits through working from home

costs it can also strike a balance for maximum productivity using flexible and formal working arrangements. “At a regional level the Central Coast Economic Taskforce is working on ways to help our 44,000 Central Coast commuters stay local and spend local for at least part of the time. “We are looking at the right regional infrastructure including affordable connectivity, speed and reliability, and optional workspaces for locals to use as an option to the kitchen table. “Two days at home seems to be the rule of thumb for a happy and productive workforce. “Beyond that, business risks a tipping point where workers can feel isolated, out of touch and blur the lines between home and work activities if

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businesses don’t provide the right supporting structure for working from home. “Ensuring a healthy and safe working environment, clear expectations of your workforce, regular interaction to keep people informed and reduce misunderstandings, and policies and procedures are a good starting point.” One Central Coast family which has seen positive benefits of working from home through the pandemic is the Hueston family of Copacabana. Wellness advocate Kim Hueston and her husband Rob, who works in IT, have been working from home for three months and, until schools resumed recently, were home schooling their two teenage children. Kim Hueston, who runs the online business The Tribal

Wellness Movement with a partner, said being forced to sacrifice her second job, in retail, through the pandemic, had given her the opportunity to expand the “online health retreat” to include virtual fitness classes four times a week. This is a practice she hopes to keep going beyond COVID-19, despite having resumed her part-time retail job. “It’s all about helping people stay healthy mentally and physically through uncertain times,” Hueston said. “A lot of blessings came out of our period of working just from home. “My husband, who works in IT and travels to Sydney and other places, even overseas, for work, has been working remotely.

“It has been working well for both of us because we are both very driven and I can see a more flexible work environment for him and many others long term.’ “A lot of large organisations are realising the power of being able to [have people] work remotely. “There is more encouragement for staff to work from home – a lot depends on the management of each company.” Hueston said the family unit had grown closer as daughters Mia and Zara, studied from home until recently. “We did fitness sessions together, we took walks together, we played card games,” she said. “It was very old school – we just enjoyed all being together. “I really think this period of

isolation will make us reconsider how much we take on board as a family as we try to hold on to some of the simplicity working from home offered to us. “I think there’ll be a lot of people who discover working remotely works for them.” Gavin Williams, Chief Development Officer, Regional and Remote, for NBN Co, said there had been a significant increase in online activity during the pandemic as Australians rely on broadband to work from home, access telehealth services, learn new skills, connect with friends and family and enjoy entertainment. “Our research shows that people have significantly increased their use of online services and that many expect new online habits to stick as life returns to normal,” Williams said. “One of the activities that is being heavily supported by access to fast and reliable broadband is telehealth. “The waiting room is no longer an essential stop on the path to see a GP and now more than ever Australians of all ages are accessing telehealth services - a trend that is likely to continue once restrictions have lifted.” Source: Media release, May 28 NBN Co Interview, Jun 2 Kim Hueston Media release, Jun 2 Business NSW Central Coast Regional Director, Paula martin Reporter: Terry Collins

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Oddball offers post-Covid marketing ebook Central Coast website design and marketing agency Oddball Marketing is offering free help to businesses looking to recover from the impacts of COVID-19.

Oddball Marketing Managing Director Mike Sandys checks out the ebook

Combining their collective knowledge and industry experience, the team at Oddballl have produced a comprehensive guide to marketing post COVID-19 in the form of a free, downloadable ebook. Your Essential Guide to Marketing Post COVID features a variety of marketing tips and tricks that small to medium businesses can use instantly to help boost sales. Within the ebook you can also access specific checklists to tick off for each marketing channel, to ensure your

business’s marketing plan keeps moving and stays on track. Despite the restrictions placed on Central Coast businesses throughout March, April and May, many business owners successfully adapted their operations and services to survive the coronavirus climate. The focus now for businesses is to recover lost revenue, find their customers again, and attract new ones. The free ebook is a step toward recovery by exploring what opportunities a business has on the best marketing channels suited to a postCOVID environment. Oddball Managing Director, Mike Sandys, says the ebook is the company’s way of “paying it forward”. “As one of many Australian

businesses influenced by COVID-19, we’re using our insight to help other businesses seeking to recover,” Sandys said. “I feel this is an adjustment period, and our agency believes that underneath every problem there is always a solution. “I encourage all Central Coast businesses to keep this resource handy for reference, share it with their networks, but most importantly put it into play!” The Essential Guide to Marketing Post COVID is available from the agency’s website: https:// oddballmarketing.com.au/lp/ essential-guide-to-marketingpost-covid-19/ Source: Media release, Jun 1 Oddball Marketing

Government extends timeline What to do with Covid fines? for small business grants With more than 1200 fines handed out in NSW since March 17 for breaches of social distancing rules, some of them on the Central Coast, the State Opposition is calling for revenue collected to be given to charities supporting those doing it tough during COVID-19. Eight businesses and 1,262 individuals have been slugged for failing to maintain social distancing restrictions and Shadow Health Minister Ryan Park says the money should go directly to frontline charities helping those who have lost their jobs and livelihood as a result of the devastating economic impact the pandemic is having right across the community.

“We want people to do the right thing and follow the social distancing and self-isolation rules that are in place,” Park said. “However, there is an opportunity for this additional revenue to provide a muchneeded boost to those struggling to make ends meet as a result of the thousands of jobs that have been lost due to the COVID-19 outbreak. “NSW has been hit the hardest both in terms of health impacts and job losses across the community and it is critical that charities are assisted during this time so that people and families get the support that they need to get through this crisis.” But a NSW Government spokesperson said all money

collected from fines goes into consolidated revenue. “Consolidated revenue is a critical source of funding for essential infrastructure and community services in NSW, including roads, schools, police, transport and health care,” the spokesperson said. “The NSW Government is considering what options are available to redirect revenue from fines collected from breaches of the Public Health Act to other measures which would benefit the community.” Source: Media release, Apr 30 Shadow Health Minister Ryan Park Media statement, May 14 NSW Government

Central Coast small businesses impacted by COVID-19 now have more time to apply for the NSW Government’s highly popular $10,000 small business grants. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, said the June 1 cut-off date for applications has been extended to June 30. “On the Central Coast alone there have been 1,429 applications received from local business owners,” Crouch said. “This $10,000 grant is all about keeping people in jobs and businesses in business as we pivot from a health response to economic recovery. “It can be used to cover bills

like utilities, council rates, telecommunications bills, insurance payments, wages and more.” Member of the Legislative Council Taylor Martin said the NSW Government was making $10,000 grants available to more businesses. “The criteria for funding have been extended to include microbreweries, cellar doors and events and commercial vessel businesses,” Martin said. “This means there are dozens more local businesses on the Central Coast who can apply now for $10,000. “This is part of the biggest small business support package in NSW history, with a total of $9.4B in financial support available to businesses from the NSW Government.”

Several businesses however, have indicated they were ineligible for the Grant because, although they had suffered a major loss of revenue, the magnitude was less the 75% threshold for the grant. Others were concerned the costs of applying for, administering and accounting for the grant, including senior management time, meant any economic benefit was marginal. Criteria for the Small Business Support Fund grants and an online application form is available at: www.service.nsw. gov.au/transaction/applysmall-business-covid-19support-grant. Source: Media release, Jun 3 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch

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Gigabit speed internet on the way

NBN Co will turn on gigabit connections to parts of the Central Coast as early as next year. But there’s a caveat – it will only be available to customers within the original NBN fibre to the premise connections. Business and professional customers have been crying out for the NBN Co to switch on these gigabit services for over six years. However, the NBN Co has held back, fearing a backlash from customers that have had the lower grade NBN node

Calls for Gigabit Cities are not new on the Central Coast

infrastructure as these fibre to the node services will not be able to receive the same speed and reliability as full fibre connections. The areas on the Central Coast that will technically be able to receive the gigabit service include Gosford, West and East Gosford and areas around Long Jetty and parts of Berkley Vale. In short, the original NBN fibre footprint. This announcement comes hot on the heels of the Central Coast Council announcing that it is partnering with an undisclosed partner to bring a

private ultra-fast internet connection to Gosford CBD in the very near future – a sign that the private sector is picking up on the need for speed the NBN Co has been ignoring for years. Calls for Gigabit Cities are not new on the Central Coast. Coast Community News has previously reported on plans as far back as 2011 for these fibre based networks to lead in economic development. In a related development the NBN co have chosen to expand their Fibre to the Curb (FTTC) rollout in some areas of the country, but Central Coast

locations don’t seem to be included in the plans so far. Fibre to the Curb technology relies on running fibre optic cables to small street nodes with copper connections from those curbside points into the house or premise. While many are applauding the move away from the old style nodes, others are questioning the move. World renowned telecommunications expert and past Central Coast resident, Paul Budde, has criticized the NBN Co for opting to install even more copper into the network.

Paul Budde

“If you put fibre in, you are future proof, but if you put copper in, then it’s quite possible that in five to ten years you’ll have to dig it up again and put in fibre,” Budde says. “In my opinion the only reason why you would not put fibre in is political.” Another prominent telecommunications expert, Dr Mark Gregory of RMIT, said he was flabbergasted at the NBN Co’s decision to use copper instead of fibre in the build. “If they’re doing lead-in cables for FTTC they should simply do FTTP as the cost would be the same,” Gregory

argues. Dr Gregory added that the telecommunications industry is demanding the NBN Co move to an all fibre network. As that debate continues, it is good to know that parts of the Central Coast will be able to connect to world class broadband in the not so distant future. The question remains when will the rest of the region be bought up to speed? Source: Paul Budde Consultancy blog 15 May 2020 Reporter: David Abrahams

Council puts the spotlight on YIPA artists Talented young singers, actors and music makers have become a highlight of Central Coast Council’s new Coast Connect YouTube channel. Launched to help council deliver a range of valued community programs during COVID-19, Coast Connect has also given a platform to local artists involved in YIPA (Youth

in Performing Arts), courtesy of a dedicated playlist featuring some of the best YIPA artist performances filmed at Laycock St Theatre throughout May. Artists featured so far include Min Ahn, Joseph Arrua, Monique Lloyd, Riley Lovell, Lucy Parle and Mairead Young. In a nod to the wealth of local talent on the Coast, the videos

are among some of the most watched on the channel, with Lloyd’s ‘The Waitress’ currently the second most viewed. YIPA Director, Gary Jackson, said all the artists involved were thankful for the opportunity. “Our performers have wholeheartedly embraced this opportunity council and the

team at the Laycock have given them. “It’s not easy or cheap to put a professional quality music video together, especially for young artists, and they can now use these videos to raise their profiles and add them to their portfolios. “It’s also been a valuable learning opportunity as most of these kids had no experience

of going through film production prior to this,” Jackson said. The chance to perform amidst COVID-19 has also been highly valued by the artists, particularly after the YIPA Committee was forced to abandon this year’s YIPA showcase. With more artists signing on to film, Jackson believes the

YIPA videos will continue to grow in popularity. “All of these kids have undeniable talent and big futures ahead of them.” Source: Website, Jun 3 Coast Connect YouTube channel Interview, 3 Gary Jackson, YIPA Reporter: Dilon Luke

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Boarding house approved at North Gosford A $4.67M boarding house has been approved for a site at 122 Henry Parry Drive, North Gosford. The project got the nod from Central Coast Council on May 20 and will include 40 rooms and a manager’s residence, each with a full bathroom kitchenette and living area. An existing brick and tile residence will be demolished to make way for the boarding house,which will accommodate 42 lodgers, with 38 single rooms and two double rooms planned. The manager’s room will be located at the lower ground floor and provided with a private balcony. A total of 21 carparking spaces will be provided on the basement and lower ground

floor levels, including two accessible car parking spaces and one manager’s space. There will also be eight motorbike and eight bicycle parking spaces. Located near Gosford Private Hospital, the boarding house will be within close proximity of essential services within Gosford Town Centre, medical services allied with the private hospital, child care centres and schools. Documents lodged with the application state that the threestorey building is consistent with Council’s height control and will positively contribute to the existing three-storey built form character along the western side of Henry Parry Dr. Source: Central Coast Council DA tracker, May 27

Minister gives Council scope to use developer contributions to create jobs Central Coast Council is compiling a list of projects it could spend developer contribution funding on, and the list will go to the State Planning Minister within six weeks for sign off. The move comes after NSW

Planning Minister, Rob Stokes, announced legislative changes to provide councils with more flexibility to invest funds in community infrastructure during the COVID-19 pandemic. Stokes said councils with significant funds were to prepare a works plan detailing

how they would invest money in their accounts over the next 18 months, with the aim of increasing local job opportunities. Stokes said the extra flexibility would let councils quickly invest in public spaces, roads, footpaths, drainage and it

would unlock billions across the State. The changes will permit councils to pool funds across contribution plans, allowing them to bring forward planned projects where all the funds may not yet have been received. At the council meeting on

May 25 Director of Environment and Planning Scott Cox said the Minister gave council six weeks to get back to him with a range of projects that could be done. Mr Cox said he was working with other departments to see how they could expedite projects.

Cr Rebecca Gale-Collins asked that the list also come back to council in a report. Source Agenda Item 2.2 Central Coast Council meeting May 25

Libraries re-open Erina Library has reopened to the public, along with other Central Coast Council libraries at Tuggerah, Bateau Bay and Umina Beach. The libraries will be open from Monday-Friday, 10am2pm, with reduced services to maintain social distancing requirements.

The new Select and Collect service which allows readers to reserve up to five items from the online catalogue for collection, will be available from these branches only for the foreseeable future. At this stage, all printing and internet use, browsing the collections and using the study/ reading areas remain suspended.

Regular branch programs, such as Storytime and Bookclub, also remain suspended but you Storytime is available online via Youtube. After hours chutes remain open for returned items and Council customer services will also be available at Erina and Tuggerah Libraries with cashless payment preferred.

The Council will take a staged approach to reopening other branches and in-branch services with regular updates on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for updates. All libraries will be closed for the Queen’s Birthday public holiday on June 8. Source: Central Coast Council website

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Local Government push to keep voice at National Cabinet With the recent announcement that a permanent National Cabinet will likely replace the former Council of Australian Governments (COAG), councils are pushing for a seat at the table. Central Coast Mayor, Lisa Matthews, saying excluding the voice of local government would lead to a “greater divide” between levels of governance. Cr Matthews said cutting out the voice of local government at the National decision-making table would be detrimental to communities. “It would create a greater divide when we know we get better outcomes when all three tiers of government work together,” she said. “We have seen first-hand through recent events such as the bushfires, floods and now the coronavirus pandemic, the utmost importance the role local government plays in supporting and being a voice for their communities. “To not include local

government representation at the national level is in contradiction to the fundamental purpose of the three levels of government, and that is ensuring Australians have someone to

represent them at each level of government. “How can we be certain that the needs of the people – our communities - are being heard if we do not have a seat

at the table?” Local government leaders from across the country have united to call on Prime Minister Scott Morrison and state leaders not to leave

councils and their communities in the dark. Councils are currently represented at every COAG meeting via the Australian Local Government Association

(ALGA) under a long-standing agreement. New South Wales Local Government (NSWLG) President, Linda Scott, said the COVID pandemic had shown then importance of local leadership and the essential services local government provides, from the local main street to the local park and pool. “Local governments deliver - at the forefront of every disaster and as the backbone of every nation-building program,” Scott said. “Local governments must continue to be part of Australia’s national decisionmaking because they know what matters most, and how to deliver on this at the local level.” Prime Minister, Scott Morrison, has previously stated the National Cabinet will meet with ALGA once a year. Source: Media release, May 29 Local Government NSW Media statement, Jun 3 Central Coast Mayor, Lisa Matthews

Water rates to rise Central Coast residents can expect their water, sewerage and drainage charges to rise by 2.2% for the next financial year, which Council estimates will see a rise of just over $20 per annum for the average household. The estimate is based on the

average water consumption of 150kL per year and sewer usage of 125kL per year. In May 2019, the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) made threeyear determinations concerning Councils’ water, sewerage and drainage charges, for the period 1 July 1, 2019, to June 30, 2022

inclusive. In accordance with these determinations, councillors voted at their May 25 meeting to increase the charges using the permitted CPI multiplier of 2.2%. Council’s proposed changes were included in the 2020-21 Operational Plan which was on

public exhibition from March 31-May 4 based on an estimated CPI multiplier of 1.9% as the March quarter CPI had not been released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics at the time the draft 2020-21 Operational Plan was developed. It was noted that the IPART determined fees and charges

would be updated once the March quarter CPI was released and the CPI multiplier could be calculated. The 2020-21 fees and charges are expected to raise approximately $163,901,515 in revenue and are in-line with the IPART determination. As per legislative

requirements the Minister for Water, Property and Housing will review and approve the charges before Council can levy them for 2020-21 financial year. Source: Agenda item 2.3 Central Coast Council meeting, May 25

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Development Consents Notice is given of the granting of the following Development Consents and Complying Development Certificates pursuant to Section 101 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979. Consents can be made available for inspection by contacting Central Coast Council. No

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56500/2019

11-05-2020 216, 218 & 220 Memorial Ave

ETTALONG BEACH

5 Storey Hotel Building (Ancillary Restaurant & Function Facilities, Roof Terrace Bar & Pool)

58289/2020

26-05-2020 79 Springwood St

ETTALONG BEACH

Garage

352/2018

21-05-2020 16 Jenny Ln

FOUNTAINDALE

Dwelling, Garage, Studio, Cellar & Demolition of Existing Dwelling (Amended Application)

1218/2019

19-05-2020 23 Jacqueline Ave

GOROKAN

Alterations & Additions to 2 Flats (Single Storey) under Existing Use Rights

89/2020

21-05-2020 4 Burindi St

GWANDALAN

Dwelling (Amended Application)

428/2020

20-05-2020 171 - 175 Sparks Rd

HALLORAN

Strata Subdivision (2 Lots)

421/2020

19-05-2020 26 Crane St

HAMLYN TERRACE

Dwelling

212/2020

21-05-2020 9 Gladioli Ave

HAMLYN TERRACE

Retaining Wall

351/2020

21-05-2020 140 Stanley St

KANWAL

Alterations & Additions

146/2020

19-05-2020 10 Henricks Rd

KILLARNEY VALE

Alterations, Additions, Garage & Carport (Amended Application)

295/2020

20-05-2020 6 Courigal St

LAKE HAVEN

Retaining Wall & Demolition of Existing Pool

55425/2018

22-05-2020 29 Bidjiwong Rd

MATCHAM

Integrated Subdivision: Stage 1 Proposed Subdivision of Existing Rural Allotment into 3 Rural Allotments and Stage 2 - Proposed Subdivision of Proposed Lot 2 of Stage 1 into 2 Rural Allotments (Amended Application)

58200/2020

20-05-2020 26 Atkinson Rd

MOUNT ELLIOT

Replacement of Existing Shed

58211/2020

19-05-2020 11 Syncarpia Cr

NARARA

Dwelling House (New)

350/2020

22-05-2020 20 Ocean Pde

NORAVILLE

Dwelling

57040/2019

26-05-2020 12 South Cr

NORTH GOSFORD

Alterations & Additions to Existing Dwelling, New Carport & Driveway (Amended Application)

56207/2019

25-05-2020 31 Crystal Ave

PEARL BEACH

Dwelling House (New) (Amended Application)

58185/2020

21-05-2020 6 Sage Pl

POINT CLARE

Verandah

58263/2020

22-05-2020 48 Patrick Cr

SARATOGA

Dwelling House (New)

778/2019

20-05-2020 98 Oaks Ave

SHELLY BEACH

Additions, Alterations, Front Fence & Ingroud Pool (Amended Application)

58239/2020

26-05-2020 16 Cuttlefish Pde

ST HUBERTS ISLAND Installation of a New Mesh Jetty, Mesh Ramp & Pontoon Supported by 2 Stabilisation Piles

364/2020

20-05-2020 9 Boat Harbour Cl

SUMMERLAND POINT

Alterations & Additions

58014/2020

19-05-2020 54 Wycombe Rd

TERRIGAL

Dwelling House (New) & Attached Secondary Dwelling

58229/2020

25-05-2020 9 Trevally Cl

TERRIGAL

Alterations & Additions to Existing Dwelling, Retaining Walls & Replace Existing Fibre Glass Swimming Pool

58232/2020

20-05-2020 9 Alexander Cl

TERRIGAL

Deck & Roof Extension

58080/2020

25-05-2020 2 Sydney Ave

UMINA BEACH

Alterations & Additions to Existing Community Facility

58248/2020

25-05-2020 16 Edinburgh Cct

WAMBERAL

Alterations & Additions to Existing Dwelling

148/2020

20-05-2020 200 - 210 & 212 222 Hakone Rd

WOONGARRAH

Dwelling & Retaining Walls (Proposed Lot 103) (Amended Application)

173/2020

21-05-2020 200 - 210 & 212 222 Hakone Rd

WOONGARRAH

Dwelling (Proposed Lot 130)

327/2020

18-05-2020 55 Howarth St

WYONG

Change of Use to a Church (Place of Worship)

55/2020

19-05-2020 19 Donaldson St

WYONG

4 Lot Subdivision

826/2019

20-05-2020 23A Pollock Ave

WYONG

Additions, Alterations, Deck & Inground Pool (Amended Application)

Complying Development Certificates No

Date

Address

204/2020

21-05-2020 71 Fairmont Bvd

Suburb

Proposed Development

HAMLYN TERRACE Dwelling

Development Applications The following Development Applications are notified for public comment and can be viewed online at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au

Written submissions close: 29 June 2020

487/2020

82 Natuna Ave

Address

Suburb

Description

302/2019

71 - 87 The Entrance Rd

THE ENTRANCE

Alterations & Additions to The Entrance Hotel (Amended Application) Applicant - Design Collaborative

458/2020

1 / 53 Tonkiss St

TUGGERAH

Awning Applicant - Mr C W Cridland

BUDGEWOI

Dual Occupancy & Torrens Title Subdivision Applicant - SenSe Homes

Written submissions close: 6 July 2020

1234/2016

Address

12 Debra Anne Dr

Suburb

Description

488/2020

32 Hope St

WYONG

Multi Dwelling Housing Comprising 5 Units & Demolition of Existing Structures Applicant - Mr V P Chand & Mrs J L Chand

BATEAU BAY

Change of Use from Community Centre to Educational Establishment (Amended Application) Applicant - Central Coast Montessori Primary School

Integrated Development

Written submissions close: 6 July 2020

58402/2020

Lot 16 DP7800 Hawkesbury River

Address

Suburb

Description

465/2020

5 Scribbly Gum St

BERKELEY VALE

97 Lot Residential Subdivision (Staged) Applicant - ADW Johnson Pty Ltd. The application has been made for the development consent under the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979. Approval is also sought from Natural Resources Access Regulator & NSW Rural Fire Service.

BAR POINT

Alterations & Additions to an Existing Jetty Applicant - R A Ellison. The application has been made for the development consent under the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979. Approval is also sought from Fisheries NSW.

Nominated & Integrated Development Written submissions close: 13 July 2020

58388/2020

Address

176 Oak Rd

Suburb MATCHAM

Description

3 Lot Subdivision Applicant - Bissett & Wright Pty Ltd. The application has been made for the development consent under the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979. Approval is also sought from Natural Resources Access Regulator & NSW Rural Fire Service.

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Whither the Adelaide mast? A second development application to place the HMAS Adelaide Mast at the Haven at Terrigal has been withdrawn from Council after an independent assessor would not recommend the plan. Council held a meeting on January 10 with funders to explain the independent assessor’s reasoning. According to the latest report to council, the project will be jointly funded by Council, the Member for Terrigal Adam Crouch, Wales and Associates, a grant from the NSW Government and in kind contributions from Thales and associates. Discussions at the meeting identified inconsistencies with

the design in the development application and the desired final outcome. The group agreed that the development application should be withdrawn to allow for these inconsistencies to be rectified. It was the second application to be withdrawn, with the first one withdrawn in December 2017. A third development application will reportedly be submitted but council is waiting on advice from the community group on a time frame. The idea was to install the Ex HMAS Adelaide mast onto a plinth footing, surrounded by a sandstone retaining wall, garden bed and a temporary flag post for use on

The sunken HMAS Adelaide Photo credit: Sue Dengate

commemorative days such as ANZAC day. Council’s DA Tracker shows council received submissions from locals who thought the

location was wrong. “It is the only open space on the Coastal Haven Walk that remains totally natural and unencumbered by man-made

fixtures. It is frequented by those seeking solitude, by picnickers, whale-watchers, wedding parties, early morning sun worshippers, romantics and lovers of nature,” said one. Another said: “Locating the mast at the proposed site would create an eyesore, interrupting view of the natural cliff line, from all points in Terrigal. The Steel Grey Pole structure could not be considered a thing of beauty.” The HMAS Adelaide was scuttled 1.8km off the coast between Terrigal and Avoca on April 13, 2011 and the mast given to council to erect as a memorial. Things looked like they were underway in May 2018 when council resolved to install it on ‘’site one” at the Haven.

Cr Jeff Sundstrom asked at the May 2020 meeting why nothing had happened since then. “In the ensuing 2 years we have seen no material evidence of any progress towards the installation of the mast,”’ he said. “Memorial days have come and gone and come again, but still the mast sits in storage. “The community has a right to see this icon installed ASAP, and if it is not to be installed as resolved two years ago then the community must be told why,”’ he said. Source Agenda item 5.4 Central Coast Council meeting May 25.

Council navigates turbulent financial impact of Covid-19 Central Coast Council expects to be in deficit by the end of the financial year by $41.6M with lost revenues and ongoing costs and impacts due to Covid events growing the deficit from an earlier estimate of $24m. Once capital grants and contributions are included however, the proposed operating deficit is forecast to be $0.1M. Land acquisition for both the Gosford Cultural Precinct and Wadalba Sporting Fields and work on the Mardi to Warnervale water main ahead of schedule meant Council has spent an additional $19.2M in capital works that wasn’t in this year’s

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budget. The budget for the design and construction of a carpark at 10 Racecourse Rd, West Gosford, has doubled. The original estimate was $400,000 but the Q3 financial statements show in the budget estimates it will need another $395,000. “The original budget provided to Economic Development was underestimated,” the report says and marks the project status as H meaning the project has been deferred or cancelled. A tender worth more than $6M was awarded to Land and Maritime Ocean Engineering Pty Ltd for renovating Terrigal Rock Pool. Construction of the Terrigal Lagoon Walking track has been delayed due to issues with the environmental assessment and the project will now impact the 2021 budget. Asset protection zones and fire trail establishment and upgrades to standard in all wards have had their budget allocations increased by about

a third due to an increase in project scope and an increase in resources needed to deliver. Road reconstruction work on part of Del Monte Close, Copacabana was going to cost Council $194,000 but that money will now come from a Federal Government grant. A region-wide water main flow meter installation to manage leakages has been put on hold to allow higher priority projects to go ahead, with $55,000 taken out of the budget. Woy Woy Town Centre wharf renewal project has been delayed due to Crown Land ownership issues. Woy Woy Tip’s Garden Organics Transfer Facility has virtually halved in cost from $850,000 to $429,000 due to approved amendments to the site’s environmental protection licence which allowed the scope of the project to be reduced. The council will get a $1.1M reprieve from the State Government by not having to

pay the increase in the emergency services levy that was to be paid next year. Water and sewerage costs went up by a net total of $7.5M due to floods and water main breakages. Council forecast holiday parks and camping ground revenue would drop by $2.4M and pools and leisure centres income to drop by $1.8M. Council considered the biggest decrease in cash receipts will be in the fourth quarter which ends at the end of this month. A total of 36 projects have been delayed due to the impact of COVID-19. By the end of the financial year, the capital works program is expected to decrease by $21.2 million, reducing the full year program from $257.4 million to $236.2 million. The capital works budget includes $8.3M raised in the Wyong area by the special rate variation. During debate to adopt the

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financial report, Cr Greg Best asked about the increase in staff costs and was told by the CEO Gary Murphy that the executive team was meeting with an external consultant the following Thursday to discuss staffing. Cr Best said he was concerned the growing deficit could be a “Covid Cover-up” [sic]. Cr Kyle MacGregor said the council was “extremely reliant on grants”. He said there was a clear misunderstanding of amalgamation costs and restructuring prior to the amalgamation of the two former councils and it was

“madness” to think the new council could operate with a surplus in its early years. Councils are required to prepare Quarterly Budget Review Statements, which present a summary of Council’s financial position at the end of each quarter. This is the mechanism whereby the community is informed of Council’s progress against its Operational Plan and the budget along with recommended changes and reasons for major variances. Source: Item 2.2 Central Coast Council meeting, May 25

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Doctors warn of Covid complacency With no new cases of COVID-19 being reported on the Central Coast for some time The Hunter New England and Central Coast Primary Health Network says GPs are worried that residents will become less vigilant in following medical advice. Dr James Wolstenholme from Mingara Medical said while the Coast had done well in containing the virus, it was important to realise that that

was only because of measures undertaken so far. “The social distancing, the hygiene guidance and the closures, the unfortunate closures that have happened, all those things together have resulted in us being able to control the spread of the virus very well,” he said. Dr Karim Ahmed from Killarney Vale Medical Practice agreed. “You go back to normal, this time next month we could be like New York,” he said.

“We have to be very careful.” GPs are also reinforcing how important it is for people to self-isolate once they have a COVID-19 test. “It’s absolutely critical that if you’ve been swabbed and you’re a suspected case that you isolate at home until you get the all clear”, Wolstenholme said. Ahmed said the tests are not 100% accurate. “There is a percentage of false negatives…which means

you could be carrying the coronavirus”, he said. “If you develop any new symptoms, you also have to seek medical attention. “The fact that you had symptoms and you tested negative doesn’t mean that you are immune to coronavirus.” Wolstenholme said the main risk was complacency. “If we relax too soon, this will come back to bite us”, he said. Source: Media release, Jun 2

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New kit to support contactless HIV testing during Covid-19 NSW HIV prevention organisation, ACON, has launched a new, contactless HIV testing service that will support men to test for HIV from the comfort of their own home. The new service allows men to connect with a trained peer via virtual appointment and be provided with information about two different home testing options - the HIV selftesting kit or the Dried Blood Spot collection kit – before a kit is mailed out to them. The service also offers a follow up chat by phone or video call to provide further information, and referral support if needed. The new service is free with

no Medicare card needed and is available to all gay men and men who have sex with men living on the Central Coast. ACON CEO, Nicolas Parkhill, said youTEST is all about providing men with a new option to get a HIV test during the time of COVID-19. “We know our communities are engaged when it comes to looking after their sexual health, but disruptions brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic have made it difficult for some to get tested for HIV. “With pressure on frontline health workers, we understand that some local sexual health services have been disrupted and there are reports that some are putting off accessing

regular health checks at this time. “YouTEST allows men to continue their HIV testing routine and know their HIV status without having to visit a clinic,” Parkhill explained. The new service is a variation on ACON’s aTEST service, which sees sexual health screening and sexual health information delivered by peers, supported by nurses, in community-based settings. “Since it was introduced in 2013, tens of thousands of guys have accessed aTEST clinics,” Parkhill said. “This new contactless service will be based on similar principles as the aTEST [with] layers of support to help men

overcome barriers such as concern that they don’t know how to use the test kit, fear of a positive result, or avoiding screening due to privacy concerns,” Parkhill said. Parkhill said regular testing for HIV is still vital to preventing onward transmission. “With ongoing testing, and the use of evidence-based HIV prevention strategies such as condoms, PrEP and undetectable viral load, our communities will continue to drive down new HIV transmissions in NSW,” he said. Source: Press release, Jun 2 David Alexander, ACON Media and Communications

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Elective surgery wait times a mixed bag for the Coast NSW Labor is calling on the Berejiklian Government to get elective surgery waiting lists under control, as patients waiting for surgeries like knee replacements and cataract procedures face two year delays. Prior to the COVID-19 crisis a record 88,000 people were waiting for elective surgery in NSW. Since the outbreak that number has ballooned further, and doctors don’t know when they’ll be able to make a dent in the waiting list. According to Shadow Minister for Health, Ryan Park, the National Cabinet agreed to restart elective surgeries weeks ago, but doctors in NSW still don’t know when they’ll be able to treat their patients. “If you’re living in pain waiting for a joint replacement or a cataract procedure it could take two years to get the treatment you need. “Despite patients in Victoria waiting on average half as long for elective surgery as people in NSW prior to the outbreak, the Victorian Government has launched a post COVID-19 elective surgery blitz to fast-

track procedures. “It shouldn’t matter where you live in Australia, people should be able to get the medical attention they need in a timely fashion. In a subsequent statement, NSW Health said: “Consistent with advice from National Cabinet and in consultation with clinicians and representative member organisations, all NSW Health Local Health Districts are now working toward increasing elective surgery to 75 per cent by June 30. “Pleasingly, our booked

surgical admissions are overall at 75 per cent of what would be expected. “The return of surgery is being balanced with our preparation for further COVID cases to ensure we maintain hospital capacity to manage the pandemic. “The recommencement of elective surgery will have a strong focus on clinical urgency and on those patients, who are overdue as a consequence of the impact of the pandemic “The NSW Government has already committed $800M extra funding for NSW Health

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allowed was a challenge in and of itself when coordinating any large scale change to available procedures. “For our hospitals (wait times) are a mixed bag. “We have surgeons that have indicated they do have a backlog and others that have been better able to keep up with demand under current restrictions. “Once these restrictions are uncapped, we expect these issues will be resolved,” Kelly explained. Kelly said the hospitals were currently working at around a 75 per cent activity level and hopes to see them back at 100 per cent come July. “The hospitals are slowly ramping up and by June 30 we hope to see all elective surgery uncapped,” he said. Source: Press release, Jun 3 Ryan Park MP Media statement, Jun 4 NSW Health Document, Jun 4 Bureau of Health Information’s Central Coast Local Health District Quarterly Report Oct-Dec 2019 Interview, Jun 4 Matt Kelly, Healthe Care Australia Reporter, Dilon Luke

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Central Coast residents are being urged to consider the health, environmental, economic and social benefits of cycling to work. The call comes from Central Coast Local Health District’s Health Promotion Service following World Bicycle Day on June 3. Health promotion officer, Nigel Tebb, said that with a shift towards walking, running and cycling as a leisure and exercise activity during COVID-19, now was the perfect time for people to continue improving their health by cycling to and from work. “COVID-19 has restricted many of the things we took for granted as part of our daily lives,” he said “Exercise has been one of only a few activities that has remained a constant possibility under government guidelines, and more people have been enjoying biking as a result. “As many of us begin to think about returning to our places of work as restrictions lift, we’re urging people to consider active transport, such as cycling, to commute. “Not only is it a convenient way to get the vital exercise we need for both our physical and

on top of the 2019-20 Health Budget of $26.7B to help boost ICU capacity and purchase additional services and medical equipment, including PPE, to help respond to COVID-19. “Capacity across both the public and private hospital systems will be utilised as we work to redress the impact of the cessation of some elective surgery procedures earlier this year,” the statement said. “As always, surgery lists are also being closely monitored, and any patients whose condition changes or deteriorates should speak to their treating clinician.

According to the NSW Bureau of Health Information (NSW BHI) Central Coast Local Health District Quarterly Report for Oct-Dec 2019, 2,490 elective surgery procedures were performed during that quarter, with 4,095 on the waiting list for surgery in the first quarter of 2020. Of those, 98.7 per cent of patients fell in the semi or nonurgent category for surgery, but without the most recent data it’s impossible gauge just how many Central Coast patients missed out on their surgery following the six week ban on all non-life threatening surgery. Matt Kelly is the Regional Manager for Healthe Care Central Coast which operates Gosford, Tuggerah Lakes and Brisbane Waters Private Hospitals. According to Kelly, the private sector does not have waiting lists in the same sense as the public sector, with elective surgery backlogs influenced by restrictions on what types of elective surgery can and can’t be performed. Kelly said these restrictions had been slowly easing since the ban was lifted but keeping up with what is and isn’t

Mental illness mental health, it’s also a much cheaper and greener way to travel. “For short trips, it’s often faster than driving too.” Tebb believes now presents a unique opportunity for the Central Coast to become a more active, healthy and sustainable region. Figures from the Household Travel Survey 2018–19 suggest there is room to increase active transport on the Coast. The survey found 72 percent of travel in the region was by private motor vehicle, while commuting for work-related business was cited as the reason for nearly a quarter (22 per cent) of household travel. “According to the 2016 Census, more than 95,000 people both live and work on the Central Coast, with local people making up 91 per cent

of the Central Coast workforce,” Tebb said. “That’s a significant number of people, some of whom could potentially travel actively to work. “When you add that to the recent Household Travel Survey figures, you can start to see the scale of the opportunity here. “If we can continue this trend, we have seen during COVID-19 of an increased uptake in cycling, then we have a unique opportunity on the Coast to become a more active, connected and healthy community,” he added. Central Coast Health Promotion runs a Go Active 2 Work Day every third Wednesday of the month, with monthly gatherings in William St, Gosford. Source: Press release, Jun 1 Central Coast Health

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Free information session for students interested in a career in medicine The University of Newcastle’s Central Coast Campus at Ourimbah will hold a free online information session for local high school students interested in a career in medicine. The Central Coast Joint Medical Program webinar will be held from 6pm on June 23, with students able to register via the University’s website. The webinar will cover the basics of the Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of

Medicine and include a presentation by Associate Professor Amanda Dawson, Clinical Dean of the Central Coast Clinical School, as well as the chance to hear from current and past medical students and junior doctors. The webinar also represents a unique opportunity for aspiring medical students to learn more about the University’s soon to be opened Central Coast Clinical School which will be welcoming its inaugural first year students in

February 2021. The University of Newcastle Central Coast Clinical School is partnered with the Central Coast Local Health District and the Central Coast Research Institute and are both colocated on the site of the redeveloped Gosford Hospital. High schools across the region have also been notified and can assist interested students with their registration. Source: Website, Jun 2 University of Newcastle

An artist’s impression of the Central Coast Clinical School

Fee relief for Catholic school families Central Coast families with children enrolled in Catholic schools will benefit from fee relief in the wake of COVID-19. The fee relief package for schools within the Diocese of Broken Bay was announced on April 27 by the Bishop of Broken Bay, Anthony Randazzo, and has since been reiterated to all schools in the Diocese, following the return of full time schooling.

The package includes: Full reduction on fees, building levies and school-based charges for Terms 2 and 3 for any family in receipt of the JobSeeker payment; A partial reduction of at least 50 per cent for any family where one parent member is in receipt of the JobKeeper payment; and, deferral of payment of any fees until January for any family who, under COVID-19 related financial stress, requests additional time to pay

outstanding fees. Families will need to complete and submit a fee relief request form to the Diocese’s Fee Liaison Unit. The Unit is also available to discuss options with families unsure of their circumstances. Forms and as well as contact information for the Fee Liaison Unit are available on the Community of Catholic Schools Diocese of Broken Bay website. Bishop Randazzo said the

package will be implemented by Danny Casey, Interim Director of Schools, and his staff in the Catholic Schools Office in close collaboration with local Principals. He added that support measures for Term 4 were also being assessed, with an update to be provided to all families prior to the end of the Term 3. Schools affected on the Coast are: St Patrick’s Catholic Primary East School Gosford;

St Joseph’s Catholic College East Gosford; Our Lady Star of the Sea Terrigal; Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School Wyoming; St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School Woy Woy; Holy Cross Catholic School Kincumber; St Brigid’s Catholic College, Lake Munmorah; St Brendan’s Catholic Primary School, Lake Munmorah; MacKillop Catholic College, Warnervale; St Mary’s Catholic School, Toukley; St Cecilia’s Catholic School,

Wyong; St Peter’s Catholic College, Tuggerah; Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic School, Shelly Beach; and, St John Fisher Catholic School, Tumbi Umbi. Source: Letter, Apr 27 Anthony Randazzo, Bishop of Broken Bay Website, Jun 1 Community of Catholic Schools Diocese of Broken Bay Reporter: Dilon Luke

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Student sculptures inspired by Indigenous artist Terrigal High School has unveiled a new addition to its yarning circle in honour of National Reconciliation Week. During Term 1 Year 10 Visual Arts students studied Indigenous artist, Lena Yarinkura. Yarinkura is renowned for her ambitious and highly distinctive pandanus and paperbark fibre sculptures. She was also a pioneer for Indigenous artists creating works not linked to custodial stories and was one of the first Arnhem Land women to work with fibre in a sculptural way. Inspired by her work, students created their own ‘camp dogs’ sculptures which were installed at the yarning circle this week.

Camp dog is a term used to describe the groups of dogs found in Indigenous communities around the country. Camp dogs come in all shapes and sizes, as well as breeds, condition and temperament, and students reflected that in their sculptures. They also represent camaraderie and community which is reflective of the theme of this year’s National Reconciliation Week – In this together – something that has taken on an even greater meaning amidst the coronavirus pandemic. Source: Website, May 26 Tania Turik, Terrigal High School Reporter: Dilon Luke

Students with their camp dogs sculptures

Skillsroad Survey to assess impact of Covid-19 on youth career aspirations Parents, carers, teachers, employers and community leaders are being asked to encourage young people in their local area to complete the Skillsroad COVID-19 Youth Survey to help provide a clearer picture on how they are being impacted by the pandemic and how it has changed their expectations of their future careers. Skillsroad is conducting the

survey to help understand young Australians’ experience of health and wellbeing during the COVID-19 pandemic. Insights gathered from the survey will help Business NSW better understand youth’s perceptions of, fears and challenges around COVID-19 and to ascertain how youth are feeling about their transition into adulthood and work in such uncertain times. “Skillsroad’s aim has always been to bring young people and

employers together, and to help bridge the gap between youth’s expectations of their life beyond school, and how this can shape employers’ hiring strategies,” said Peter Gilchrist, GM Apprenticeship Support Australia. “The global epidemic and the shutting down of the economy is going to hit young people who are leaving school and are looking for their first full time jobs or part time jobs far harder than most groups in our

community. “We have a responsibility to help our youth during this difficult period and ensure that we have a clear understanding on how they are being impacted, how it is changing their employment goals and how we can ensure they have the right skills to find a job as the economy recovers. “The more young people we can get to take the survey, the better we will be positioned to help them get a job.

“The reports and findings of the survey will be shared with our local community and we will create practical tools and resources which young people can use to get back on track with their goals and succeed in pursing their dream career. “I’d encourage parents, carers, teachers, employers and community leaders to ask any young people they know to take the survey and provide their valuable insight into how they are dealing with the

situation and what support they need going forward,” Gilchrist said. The Skillsroad COVID-19 Youth Survey is open to all Australian residents aged 1524 and closes on June 7. The survey can be found at: https://www.surveymonkey. com/r/CC83CHJ Source: Press release, May 28 Paula Martin, Business NSW

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Gyms, indoor pools, yoga and dance studios to reopen Gyms, indoor pools, yoga and dance studios have all been given the greenlight to reopen across the state as new cases of coronavirus continue to plummet. From June 13, all of the above, along with community centres, tattoo parlours and massage parlours will be allowed to open their doors for the first time since March, but caps on the number of people who can be in a venue at any given time will still apply. For indoor venues, the cap is 100 people, with classes limited to 10 participants per session. Caps will also apply to facilities at venues such as saunas and pools. Tattoo and massage parlours also have to operate under a 10 client cap. The government’s four square metre rule will need to be reinforced at all reopened venues, as will strict cleaning, sanitising and hygiene measures.

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NSW Deputy Premier, John Barilaro,madetheannouncement on June 2, acknowledging the demand for these facilities from the public. “We all know that physical fitness is important and that’s why it’s timely that we’ve made this announcement,” Barilaro said. Joining him was Health Minister, Brad Hazzard, who said all businesses will need to do things a little differently than they did pre-COVID-19 to keep the community safe. It comes after mounting pressure to commit to a restart date as well as criticism from the fitness industry over its exclusion from the second wave of eased restrictions that came into effect on June 1. There are dozens of gyms, studios, recreational facilities and businesses operating within the LGA set to benefit from these changes. Cameron Stow-Smith is the owner of F45 Gosford, one of six F45 gyms on the Coast, all of which have been hit hard by Covid-19. After three months of uncertainty, Cameron said he understood the industry’s frustration at not being included in phase one of easing restrictions but sympathised with the State Government. “Obviously there’s no perfect solution for the government, but

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the back of online classes we’re hoping this restriction will be short-lived.” “We surveyed our clients on how they felt about coming back to the studio to train and the response was overwhelmingly that they were excited to be getting back into their fitness and missed the studio experience,” Cameron explained. With reopening less than a fortnight away, the focus is now on getting the studio ready. “I’m getting the team back together and we’re putting measures in place to mitigate

any risk of the virus spreading here,” Cameron said. Measures include spacing out class times to ensure deep cleaning between classes, more equipment cleaning during classes and less equipment sharing overall. Jessie Byrne is the Founder of JB Dance, a dance academy with headquarters at Tuggerah and Long Jetty. Teaching everything from tap and ballet to contemporary and hip hop, JB Dance also holds classes at 15 community venues around the Coast, from Toukley

Source: Press conference, Jun 2 John Barilaro and Brad Hazzard, NSW Government Press release, Jun 2 NSW Government Interviews, Jun 2-3 Jessie Byrne, JB Dance Cameron Stow-Smith, F45 Gosford Reporter: Dilon Luke

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Local sporting clubs share in $39,000 Eight local sport clubs will share in $39,000 from the NSW Government’s Local Sport Grant Program, according to an announcement by Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal Adam Crouch. “Community sport has an incredible capacity to bring people together,” Crouch said. “I am delighted that a number of local sport clubs have taken advantage of this funding.” Macmasters Beach Surf Life Saving Club will install security cameras around their clubhouse and purchase swimming buoys with the help of a $13,967 grant, while another $11,256 will be provided for Central Coast Basketball Stadium to purchase and install new basketball rings. “At Terrigal Rugby Club, a $3,500 grant will enable the Club to acquire additional supplies of training equipment to cater for their growing player numbers,” Crouch said. Saratoga Sailing Club will also receive $3,000 to purchase

a new outboard motor for the Club’s rescue boat, while the Kincumber Roos Football Club will benefit from accreditation courses for dozens of volunteer coaches courtesy of a $2,000 grant. “The fantastic team at Central Coast Baseball Association will receive $2,000 for a flammable storage cabinet for on-site ground maintenance equipment. “$2,000 will go towards two new laptops at Terrigal BMX Club for the purpose of racing sign-on, scoring systems and club administration. Matcham Holgate Cricket Club will soon have new, portable scoreboards for junior and senior games thanks to a $2,000 grant. “Each of these local clubs have received funding from the NSW Government because each project helps to increase sporting participation, enhance existing facilities or boost training opportunities for volunteers,” Crouch added. Source: Press Release, 3 Jun Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

$2,000 will go to Terrigal BMX Club for scoring systems and club administration

Junior sport to return, but no decision yet on senior sport The July 1 restart date for junior sport has been confirmed by the NSW Government but state sporting bodies say they need confirmation for senior sport if they’re to have any chance of recovering from the impact of COVID-19. Deputy Premier, John Barilaro, made the announcement on June 2, sending a shockwave through the state’s sport sector. He was joined by Health Minister, Brad Hazzard, and acting Sport Minister, Geoff Lee, who confirmed a date for the seniors’ return was yet to be determined. Hazzard added that COVID-19 safety plans for each individual sport would be critical to enable the restart. “Sport and businesses will need to do things a little differently than in preCOVID-19 times and following their safety plan is key to keeping people safe. “Re-opening kids’ sporting competitions on July 1 gives groups and local government

which manages many of these facilities, time to work through all the new changes,” Hazzard said. But sport bosses say it leaves much to be desired. Netball NSW CEO, Carolyn Campbell, said the announcement has left her sport in shambles. “While this is a welcome start, it falls well short of what we were hoping for and what

we need in order to be able to move forward in planning for a 2020 season. “This announcement has left netball with more questions than answers. “Where do we stand with Premier League, Metro League, Open State Titles, senior competitions, Masters? “Our community wants information and answers so does Netball NSW.

“Please be assured that Netball NSW is absolutely focused on getting an outcome which provides certainty for senior players and competitions as quickly as possible. Football NSW CEO, Stuart Hodge, said his sport was also reeling from the lack of clarity. “Whilst this announcement provides a welcome greenlight for the restart of junior and youth football, the return date for senior football remains

unset, continuing uncertainty for tens of thousands of players. “I want to reassure players Football NSW is doing everything on your behalf to get clarity as to what that date will be. “I know that many teams have commenced training and like you, I am keen to get everyone back playing as soon as possible,” Hodge said. NSW Rugby League CEO,

David Trodden, was in accord. “We remain hopeful that the NSW Government will also approve a return to play for adult teams in the very near future, recognising the central role that sport plays in our community and the positive impact that sport can have in recovery from the coronavirus pandemic,” Trodden said. It's understood several sporting bodies have since met with Minister Lee regarding that matter, but any outcomes have yet to be communicated to the public. With the clock ticking on the feasibility of a delayed winter season and its unavoidable collision with the start of the summer sport season, how grassroots competitions on the Coast will pan out remains to be seen. Source: Press conference, Jun 2 John Barilaro, Brad Hazzard, Geoff Lee, NSW Government Media statements, Jun 2 Carolyn Campbell, Netball NSW Stuart Hodge, Football NSW David Trodden, NSW RugbyLeague Reporter: Dilon Luke

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Dragon-slayers: Family video spurs Warriors to near-perfect win The Central Coast’s NZ Warriors made an impressive re-start to the 2020 NRL season with an emphatic 18-0 upset win over the Dragons at Central Coast Stadium on Saturday, May 30. The injury-plagued Warriors adapted to the nine-week layoff and new game rules to produce greater physicality and an almost flawless match in terms of completions, with 44 consecutive sets up until the final five minutes of the game, a new NRL record. The Warriors posted their first try after just seven minutes,

when Dragon’s fullback, Matt Dufty, fumbled a grubber and Jamayne Taunoa-Brown seized on the loose ball to cross near the posts. Eliesa Katoa then crashed over in the 24th minute off a wide ball from Kodi Nikorima to take the lead to 12 points. Peta Hiku left the field late in the first half with a rib injury, and Karl Lawton was forced to play in the centres for the remainder of the game. But that didn’t stop the Warriors’ onslaught, with a long range movement started and finished by Kodi Nikorima, making it 18-0 in the 54th

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minute, rewarding coach, Steve Kearney’s, decision to include him in the starting lineup. The win was particularly satisfying for the Warriors given the sacrifices that the playing group has made in leaving their families behind in New Zealand, spending two weeks in quarantine in Tamworth and enduring a string of injuries to key players. “I was pretty pleased for the boys. “We’re really proud of the way they’ve gone about the last couple of months and endured a great deal,” Kearney said

after the match. “It means a great deal, not only to the players, but to all the families back home and the club.” Sources close to the team said an emotional video from families back in New Zealand spurred the Warriors on ahead of Saturday’s match. The Dragons, on the other hand, remain winless after three matches. Dragons coach, Paul McGregor, said his players “looked like strangers out there at times”. “The Warriors ran harder, tackled harder and found their

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front,” he added. Despite their own disappointment, the Dragons’ players gathered the Warriors in a huddle at the end of the game to pay respect in what was just the latest show of solidarity from the wider NRL community. According to the NRL, almost 4.5 million Australians tuned in to watch Round 3 matches across both live broadcasters Fox Sports and Channel Nine, making it the fifth-largest TV audience in a regular-season weekend in NRL history. This does not include what was believed to have been a

healthy New Zealand audience for the Warriors-Dragons clash. The Warriors have also quickly endeared themselves to the NRL-loving people of the Central Coast who are now waiting with bated breath for stadiums to re-open for crowds. The Warriors will travel to Campbelltown Stadium to play the Panthers on Friday (June 5) before returning to Central Coast Stadium on Friday June 12 for their Round 5 clash against the North Queensland Cowboys. Reporter: Ross Barry

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Tour de Central Coast launched

The Central Coast Bicycle Users Group (CCBUG) has celebrated the easing of lockdown restrictions by launching a new event for the region, the Tour de Central Coast. While solo riders were still able to cycle during the height of the pandemic, group rides were outlawed as were large scale competitions and meetings, including the Tour de ARE France, YOU LOOKING the world’s most well FOR EXPERIENCED & known cycling event. GENTLE DENTIST FOR YOUR FAMILY? Similar to its namesake, the Tour de Central Coast will take place in stages and kicked off

on June 1 with a 25km ride from Woy Woy to Gosford. The remaining nine stages will take place throughout June and culminate in a 100km endurance race from Gosford to Newcastle. According to CCBUG President, Alan Corven, each stage mirrors a typical CCBUG route and will see riders travel all across the Coast. Corven said the 10 stages also included a mix of difficulty levels, elevations, surfaces, paces and distances, making it suitable for riders of all skill levels, whilst still presenting a challenge for experienced

riders. It’s also just a fun way to usher in the return of group cycling. “Tour de Central Coast is a way for CCBUG to encourage people to get back on their bikes. “With winter coming up, we thought this would be a good way to get members excited about riding again and help us get our regular rides back up and running,” Corven said. While it’s being touted as a friendly competition, Corven said the CCBUG Committee had also arranged for a number of prizes for entrants as well as

stage winners. Prizes range from Fast and Furious for the fastest rider, to the Slow and Steady for the most consistent last place finisher. In an added benefit, would-be riders can also complete stage routes in their own time and do not have to wait for the official data. They simply need to be a CCBUG member and record their time to be eligible for a prize come the end of the Tour de Central Coast. Corven said strict social distancing guidelines were also being enforced at the

group stage rides and that he was confident riders would cooperate. “Everyone was very good about the distancing during stage one. “No one wants to get sick, so I don’t expect this to be an issue,” Corven said. The next Tour de Central Coast takes place on June 6 in Terrigal. As more Coasties embrace easing restrictions getting in a recreational bike ride could become even easier in the future as Central Coast Council continues to develop its Bike Plan and Pedestrian Access

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