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Scaffolding collapses in Mann St

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Community concerns are escalating over concrete waste which residents say continues to pour into Kincumber Creek. See page 3

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Adorable twin Tasmanian devil joeys Itchy and Scratchy are calling the Australian Reptile Park home for now... See page 19

Health One person sustained head injuries and several others narrowly escaped serious injury when a wall of scaffolding collapsed onto eight cars in the Gosford CBD, with a light pole falling on a ninth car, just after 3 pm on August 19. See page 8 for more Photo: Justin Stanley

New Woy Woy Wharf construction begins Boaties, shoppers, commuters and ferry operators all over the region are celebrating the beginning of major construction this week on the $5.6M Woy Woy Town Centre Wharf redevelopment. The largest wharf project ever undertaken by Central Coast Council has been a long time coming, with plans first mooted in 2009. Cr Chris Holstein, who joined Deputy Mayor Jane Smith, Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, and Council staff for the official announcement of the beginning of construction on August 18, said the project had been “left

An artist’s impression of how the wharf will look when completed

lagging” for years. “This is where the community gathers for festivals and events and the new wharf will be very

welcome,” Holstein said. Crouch said the NSW Government’s Regional Communities Development

Fund contributed $3.99M to the project, with Council providing the rest. “The current jetty becomes

submerged during king tides, but the new pontoon wharf will rise with the tide to reduce disruption and improve disability access,” Crouch said. “The wharf is used by hundreds, if not thousands, of people every day. “The new wharf will be capable of accommodating 35-metre vessels up to 250 tonnes, making it a significant asset to the Woy Woy community. “This is just one of numerous wharf upgrades – including at Davistown, Empire Bay, Spencer and South Tacoma – that the NSW Government and Central Coast Council are delivering together.” Continued page 4

The Central Coast Local Health District has recognised the outstanding contributions and achievements... See page 32

Sport

Central Coast Heart pulled off another clean sweep in the Origin Premier League Netball Competition... See page 40

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It will include the reconstruction of Melbourne, Hobart and Adelaide Aves. The proposed upgrade will consist of the installation of traffic lights, turn lanes, bike lanes, kerb and gutter, parking, pathways, lighting, storm water drainage, driveway reconstruction and replacement tree planting. The existing pedestrian crossing on Hobart Ave would be removed as part of the works. The project aims to make the existing road environment safer for all road users including motorists, cyclists and pedestrians. Funding for construction has not yet been secured. Community members can view the draft designs for the proposed upgrade and give feedback until Thursday, August 20, on the yourvoiceourcoast.com website. SOURCE: Website, 6 Aug 2020 Yourvoiceourcoast, Central Coast Council More plans - Page 12

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Premier “strongly recommends” masks in NSW NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian said the next few weeks will “make or break” the state in its battle to keep COVID-19 under control as she issued a strong recommendation for the use of face masks in public spaces on Sunday. Stopping short of making mask wearing compulsory, Berejiklian urged residents to cover up their faces when grocery shopping, using public transport, attending places of worship and when in areas of high community transmission. She also encouraged any workers in “staff facing” environments, including in the hospitality and retail sectors, to wear masks. “We are holding the line but we are at a critical phase of the pandemic,” Berejiklian said. She said while the situation

remained critical in Victoria, it was vital for NSW to say ahead of the game. “No border is impenetrable and while we are doing okay with our high rates of testing and observing social distancing, we must continue to maintain a good balance between keeping people safe and going about our daily lives,” she said. The Premier said she herself would be wearing a mask while shopping and in any enclosed environment. One of the first people to take the Premier’s advice on board was Prime Minister Scott Morrison, who posted a photograph of himself donning a mask to go shopping in Sydney on Sunday on Instagram. “Had to pop out to pick up a few things here in Sydney, so followed the NSW Premier’s advice announced earlier today (and put a mask on in the

car before heading into the shops),” Morrison posted. Woolworths pre-empted the Premier’s plea by issuing a statement late last week saying that from August 3, all customers would be urged to wear a mask when shopping at Woolworths Supermarkets, Woolworths Metro Food Stores, BIG W, Dan Murphy’s, BWS and ALH Hotels. “Masks and face coverings are a powerful and highly visible symbol that COVID-19 is very much still with us,” a statement from Woolworths said. “While wearing a face covering is not mandatory in NSW, we feel it’s important that collectively we make face coverings feel as normal as possible and do whatever we can to help reduce community transmission of COVID-19.

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Central Coast Council has “recommissioned” the ground water treatment plant sited at its Woy Woy depot in Gallipoli Ave.

The Central Coast Roosters have recorded three wins on the trot in NSWRL’s elite women’s competition with a solid 20-4 victory... See page 40

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In a report to the July 27 Council meeting, water services section manager Mr Luke Drury provided an update “on the status of major infrastructure projects currently underway that contribute to water security”. “Operation of the Woy Woy Ground Water Treatment Plant was suspended due to a relatively secure water supply position in 2010,” he reported.

Council will seek community feedback on the ongoing management of Central Coast Stadium after knocking back a proposal from the Mariners.

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“Works to reinstate the supply of water from the Woy Woy Borefield and treatment of the water at the Woy Woy Ground Water Treatment Plant commenced in 2019. “Operation of the Woy Woy Bore Water Treatment Plant has recommenced. “Production volumes are approximately 1.8 million litres per day, which is enough water to keep the plant operating well and available for increase in supply volumes up to 2-3 million litres per day (based on yield from the available groundwater bores) as required.

develop a model of the interaction between groundwater and surface water. The aim was to explore how effective the “integrated water management” approach was in improviing surface water run-off. The report said the study would “complement floodplain risk management studies and plans”, presumably including the one for the Woy Woy Peninsula which would have a consultation “with relevant stakeholders” to be completed by August next year. SOURCE: Central Coast Council agenda 2.4 and 3.1, 27 Jul 2020

Scaffolding collapses in Mann St

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Community concerns are escalating over concrete waste which residents say continues to pour into Kincumber Creek.

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A concept image of the twin tower proposal at The Entrance

Artists impression of the finished hospital

“Treated groundwater is being supplied into the distribution network from June.” He said the “next milestone” would be to “review operating strategies to enable efficient and ongoing periodic operation of the plant to maintain availability of assets over the longer term”. The project is expected to be completed before the end of the year. In another report, the Council’s Catchments and Coast committee had heard that a case study was being conducted in the “Everglades Catchment” to help understand and

The NSW Government is calling on the community to have its say on how to manage vast Crown Land assets now and into the future....

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A Central Coast family is throwing its support behind Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Northern NSW’s first ever Raise Love-a-thon.

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Bringing a glimmer of hope, nine adorable koala joeys have been born at the Australian Reptile Park...

Central Coast Council is seeking comment on a planned upgrade of the intersection of Hobart and Melbourne Aves, Umina Beach.

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Brisbane Water Police have launched an investigation into the discovery of a piece of wood holding a row of upright nails found hidden beneath leaves on a popular trail in the park, which is thought to have been set to target mountain bike riders.

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Central Coast Council and the State Government will work together on a longterm solution for erosion issues at Wamberal Beach.

Shadow Minister for the Central Coast David Harris has ramped up his call for a Mountain Bike Plan of Management for the region following the discovery of a booby trap in Bouddi National Park last weekend.

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Our 500th issue This is the 500th issue of Peninsula News.

It started 21 years ago in April 1999. Peninsula News has been the result of a unique arrangement between a voluntary community group and a private business. To celebrate, this issue contains a four-page feature about the origins and purpose of the newspaper, its evolution and the people who have been with it from the start. It includes a reproduction of the front page of the first edition of the newspaper. See feature, pages 18-21

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NSW Premier, Gladys Berejiklian, was on the Central Coast on Tuesday, August 9, for the Topping Out ceremony at Wyong Hospital and to mark the start of construction of a primary school at Warnervale. She and NSW Health Minister, Brad Hazzard, conducted the Topping Out ceremony on the top of the six-storey building still under construction as part of the $200M Wyong Hospital redevelopment. In building construction, topping out is a builder’s rite traditionally held when the last beam is placed atop a structure, or in this case, the top floor is finished. “The top floor of the building is complete and now we move to the next stage of construction,” the Premier said. “What I’m looking forward to is construction to finish by he end of 2021 and refurbishment at the beginning of 2022.

Parliamentary Secretary for Central Coast, Adam Crouch, Year 12 student at Gorokan High School Jock Clenton, and NSW Premier, Gladys Berejiklian, at the sod turning to mark the start of construction of Porters Creek Public School at Warnervale

“It’s a project that is coming to life and comes off the back of the enormous investment in health that we’ve made on the Central Coast, whether it’s the Gosford hospital or additional services. “This Wyong hospital redevelopment is a huge boost for health services on the Central Coast, but most importantly, during construction, it’s a huge boost for local jobs,” the Premier said.

There are 800 jobs on the Wyong Hospital project, 650 of them are local jobs, and many are apprentices being trained and employed in a range of trades. “It is a wonderful day for health services on the Central Coast, but also a reminder for us that this hospital will be full of amazing frontline health workers that are in constant battle keeping the community safe, especially during these COVID times, and I especially

want to thank all of them,” the Premier said. NSW Health Minister, Brad Hazzard, said he had no doubt “that we have the best health staff already, but to actually be able to provide the facilities for them to work in is very exciting. “It will really take Wyong into the 21st century in terms of health,” he said. Parliamentary Secretary for Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said that with an extra 90,000 people calling the Central Coast home by 2041, it was vital to deliver this health infrastructure. “We’ve seen the delivery of Gosford Hospital and now we’re delivering Wyong, to make sure that we can look after all the people on the Central Coast,” he said. After the Topping Out ceremony, the Premier and Crouch went on to Warnervale where the first sod was turned to mark the beginning of construction on a new public primary school.

The Premier announced the name Porters Creek Public School for the new school, at 75 Warnervale Rd, Warnervale. “I’m proud that the NSW Government is delivering this new school for 500 students and with plenty of room for future growth,” she said. “I’m delighted to be here today to celebrate construction getting underway and I share the local community’s excitement about this very important project.” Crouch said Porters Creek Public School would provide 20 new permanent air-conditioned learning spaces, as well as a library, hall, canteen, administration facilities, a drop-off and pick-up zone and an Out of School Hours Care service. “The construction phase will deliver 225 jobs and $38M to the economy, which is a big boost for our local economy at this difficult time through COVID-19,” Crouch said. Sue Murray

Toukley Neighbourhood Centre will soon have a new mural, painted by local artist Colin Miller. See page 13

Mountain bikers have welcomed a decision by Central Coast Council to hold off on a decision that would have banned them from COSS lands...

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The Premier visited the Coast on Tuesday, August 9, accompanied by NSW Health Minister, Brad Hazzard, and Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch.

Central Coast Primary Care and Doctor Do More are encouraging residents to join the biggest step challenge... See page 23

Sport

Four teams all sit within a point of each other atop the Central Coast Rugby Union (CCRU) Premier 1 ladder, after a weekend of soggy fields and high action. See page 30

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First stop was the “topping out” ceremony at Wyong Hospital where she and the Health Minister conducted the ceremony on top of the partlyconstructed, six-storey being

built as part of a $200M hospital redevelopment. Topping out is a builder’s rite traditionally held when the last beam is placed atop a structure,

Business or in this case, the top floor is finished. “The top floor is complete and now we move to the next stage of construction,” the Premier

said. “What I’m looking forward to is construction to finish by the end of 2021 and refurbishment at the beginning of 2022. Continued page 4

Planning Panel rejects Bangaloe Stud development Kincumber & Picketts Valley Community Action Group has claimed the rejection of a controversial plan for an over 50s residential development on environmentally sensitive land at Kincumber as a “victory for the community”. The Central Coast Local Planning Panel knocked back the development application last week, following a recommendation from Central Coast Council for refusal. The $19.7M project, Choice Living Avoca, would have seen 202 manufactured homes and ancillary buildings erected on the former Bangaloe Stud site on Avoca Dr. It has been the subject of

Residents staged an on-site protest over the proposal in February

heated community opposition for months, with petitions and letters of protest lodged with Council. The panel refused the application on a number of grounds, saying it was

inconsistent with the area’s E4 Environmental Living zoning, would have resulted in additional stormwater run-off and increased downstream flooding, would have impacted the ecological values, visual and scenic quality of the area

and would have been an overdevelopment of the site. Kincumber & Picketts Valley Community Action Group (KPVCAG) spokesperson, Graham Murray, said the community was “breathing a

sigh of relief” following the panel’s decision. “Council officers did a thorough job exposing a raft of issues with the proposed development citing (amongst others) water catchment, potential contamination and pollution, flooding, heritage impacts, bush fire hazard and tree retention, loss of visual amenity contravening local character and the scenic buffer which is the intent of the E4 zoning,” Murray said. “The importance of maintaining local green hinterlands for the health of surrounding eco systems, and maintaining the local character of the area, has always been a primary concern for the community. Continued page 10

Five Central Coast businesswomen have been named as finalists in the prestigious AusMumpreneur awards, with the winners to be announced... See page 26

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Central Coast Cycling Club’s U15 women’s dynamic duo, Liliya Tatarinoff and Nicole Duncan, were once again on the winners’ podium... See page 40

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Amended plans for a twin tower residential and commercial complex at The Entrance have been submitted to the Hunter Central Coast Regional Planning Panel with an increase of units from 80 to 102. The development application (1483/2018) by Central Coast Council was previously criticised by the Panel for its lack of detail and lack of masterplan understanding.

More information and amended plans were requested by the Panel, which was seeking a proposal that should provide a benchmark development for one of the key iconic development sites in The Entrance. New plans see an increase from 80 to 102 residential units at the present car park site, bounded by 10 Dening St, 1-5 Short St, Theatre Lane and Bayview Ave. Comments made in submissions show that nearby

residents are still unimpressed with the amended plans which now include 102 units in two towers above commercial and retail space and a two-storey car parking podium. One of the towers would have a maximum height of 48.9m. A resident of the Atlantis Apartments, on the corner of Bayview Ave and Short St, said the building would be twice as tall as Atlantis and would reduce privacy, block views to the lake and reduce access to direct sunlight.

The application addresses the overshadowing issue. “The proposed development will provide overshadowing throughout the day on June 21 as the sun moves from east to west, however, overshadowing is unavoidable when considering high-rise development,” the Statement of Environmental Effects states. Other submissions argued the height restrictions for The Entrance didn’t allow such a tall building.

The plan was first put forward by the former Wyong Council and twice revised since 2018. When the Panel considered the proposal at its May meeting, Council was given until June 24 to submit additional information or amended plans, and those plans have since been open for public comment. The masterplan is expected to go back again to the Joint Regional Planning Panel in September or October.

The Local Planning Panel deals with sensitive, complex and high-value development applications (DAs) while Central Coast Council staff determine the more straight forward DAs. New rules now require Planning Panels to hold a public meeting only when a DA has attracted 10 or more unique submissions by way of objection. Panels must make determinations within two weeks of being provided an assessment report, which is

written by the Council staff. The Chair can allow applicants to attend a briefing, along with Council staff, to explain complex matters or present confidential or commercially sensitive material. The chair is obliged to work with Council to ensure key issues are addressed during assessment in order to minimise deferrals by the panel at the determination stage. The new rules now require the Panel to provide reasons for deferring a decision and set timeframes in which any additional information must be provided in order to finalise the determination. The chair has the ability to require Council to report a DA to the Panel within four weeks for determination if the application has experienced

unreasonable delays in excess of 180 calendar days from lodgment. Also, only certain larger scale applications to modify development consents need to be referred to the Local Planning Panel. Council staff will be delegated to deal with minor modifications. Central Coast Council lost its planning decision making powers earlier this year when the State Minister for Planning, Rob Stokes, recommended Council adopt the Planning Panel. It took councillors out of the equation on planning decisions. DAs now either go to the Planning Panel for a decision or Council staff make decisions by delegated authority. There is also the Joint Regional Planning Panel for

regional significant proposals and the new rules also apply to that Panel. In addition, the Regional Planning Panel can now delegate functions to Council staff. Previously, any DA subject to a regionally significant concept plan was considered regionally significant, but now, Council will check that a DA is consistent with the concept plan. Only a development that is subject to a regionally significant concept plan and is a regionally significant development in its own right, will remain a regionally significant development. “The panels will help free up Council to focus on long term strategic planning,” Minister Stokes said when introducing

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the Local Planning Panel. Cr Jane Smith raised the matter at Council’s August 10 meeting and said the new rules have the potential to damage community input. A majority of councillors supported her Notice of Motion calling on Council to write to the NSW Minister for Planning and the Premier to express concern about the changes. Cr Smith said that while the changes aimed at speeding up determinations of development applications, there were potentially damaging consequences for community input. Council will submit a Motion to reflect these concerns at the next Local Government NSW Conference. Merilyn Vale

The Central Coast Local Health District has recognised the outstanding contributions and achievements of their own through its inaugural Caring for the Coast Awards. See page 23

Sport

Central Coast Heart pulled off another clean sweep in the Origin Premier League Netball Competition, with both the Opens and Under 23’s taking down the Sutherland Stingrays in spectacular fashion. See page 31

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Adorable twin Tasmanian devil joeys Itchy and Scratchy are calling the Australian Reptile Park home for now...

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Planning Panel to have public meetings only when a DA has 10 or more objections Development applications across the Central Coast that haven’t attracted public attention will not be discussed publicly under new rules for Local Planning Panels that took effect from August 1.

For the past three years, a special tree has brought locals together in hope, strength, remembrance and support of loved ones lost to suicide...

An artist’s impression of how the wharf will look when completed

lagging” for years. “This is where the community gathers for festivals and events and the new wharf will be very

welcome,” Holstein said. Crouch said the NSW Government’s Regional Communities Development

Fund contributed $3.99M to the project, with Council providing the rest. “The current jetty becomes

The Central Coast Local Health District has recognised the outstanding contributions and achievements... See page 32

Sport

Central Coast Heart pulled off another clean sweep in the Origin Premier League Netball Competition... See page 40

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Concrete waste leaking into Kincumber Creek Community concerns are escalating over concrete waste which residents say continues to pour into Kincumber Creek via a stormwater outlet from the Hymix batching plant in Cochrane St. Environmental activist Cori Hopper has been cataloguing incidents over several years and says the ongoing problem is destroying the creek. He has established the Daily Urban Punish Facebook page, on which he provides regular updates. “I feel like I have been banging my head against a brick wall for years to get some action taken over this situation,” Hopper said. “I first moved to Kincumber in 2014 and soon noticed a grey sludge moving through the creek every time it rained. “It’s been happening more and more frequently in recent years and I have written hundreds of emails to Council, to the EPA and to other government authorities to try to get something done.” The problem, Hopper said, is that the plant’s catchment system overflows every time it

This stormwater drain from which concrete sludge is frequently seen to pour

rains, sending waste through a stormwater drain which feeds directly into the creek. “It doesn’t even have to be a heavy downpour – I have seen the sludge coming out of that stormwater drain even after light rain,” he said. “The stormwater outlet is hidden among the mangroves pretty much opposite the plant and many of the mangroves have died off due to the contamination. “It is impacting not just the

water quality, but the wildlife in and around the creek. “We used to see schools of garfish and the occasional bream but now all we see are fewer and fewer eels – and I have seen even them gasping for breath.” Hopper said the EPA finally conducted an inspection in June, after which Hymix cleared out the stormwater drain with a huge pumper truck. “But since then it seems to

Residents say the waters of Kincumber Creek are regularly contaminated by the concrete waste

have become worse, with the grey sludge positively streaming out of the drain,” he said. In a statement issued on August 20, Hymix confirmed that it owns and operates the concrete batching plant at 1517 Cochrane St. “There have been allegations of pollution in relation to air and water, all of which have been documented by the EPA,” the statement says, “In response to these

complaints, Hymix is undertaking an independent environmental audit assessment of the premises to demonstrate compliance. “This environmental audit is being undertaken in consultation with the EPA.” The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA)says it has conducted several inspections of the plant and is working with Hymix to improve operational standards to help prevent potential stormwater

pollution. “The EPA has obtained samples of water discharge from the Hymix plant and provided all results to the company to assist in its operations,” a spokesperson said. “Those results showed pH levels of waters in onsite pits were within the correct range, however the pH level in stormwater discharge outside the plant was elevated. “Hymix has an obligation to comply with legislative requirements with regard to dust, noise, waste and discharge of polluted water.” Hopper feels the EPA isn’t doing enough to address the situation. “Obviously the EPA has many things to monitor but I have been asking them to do something for years,” he said. “This is a large level contamination event and until that stormwater drain is blocked off it will continue. “They are not doing nearly enough to protect our waterways.” Terry Collins

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Early signs point to positive impact of PACER program Early signs are that the new PACER partnership between police and health services on the Central Coast is already having an impact since it was introduced just over a month ago. The Police Ambulance and Clinical Early Response (PACER) program was rolled out to the Brisbane Water and Tuggerah Lakes Police Districts in June in an attempt to better manage mental health emergencies, with first responders and mental health patients already benefitting. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member

for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, said there had been extremely positive feedback since the scheme was introduced. “Our police and health professionals share a passion for community service, safety and wellbeing – which is why this collaborative model is already proving to be such a success on the Central Coast,” Crouch said. “Since PACER began operating Coast-wide, the team of police officers and health staff have formed a strong bond, and I anticipate this will only grow with more time. “This ground-breaking

collaboration is helping people across the Central Coast get the urgent mental health support they need. “I am so proud our community is the first region in NSW to be benefitting.”

Mental Health Director for the Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), Anthony Critchley, said initial results suggest that overall emergency department (ED) presentations will go down.

“I feel optimistic that PACER will lead to more people receiving the care they need in the safety and familiarity of their home,” Critchley said. “Our ED staff are already seeing a reduction in presentations and length of stay, and a reduction in emergency service transports to hospital.” Commander of the Brisbane Water Police District, Superintendent Tony Joice, said his team was reporting less time spent on-scene. “These two Districts have more mental health emergency transports than any other regional Police District in the

State, so the pressure on our officers is enormous,” Joice said. “Thanks to the PACER mental health clinicians, they feel more confident managing these critical situations in a sensitive and timely manner.” Central Coast PACER is part of a $6.1M investment by the NSW Government to embed 36 specialist mental health clinicians in 12 Police Area Commands across the wider Sydney basin. Source: Media release, Aug 20 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

New Woy Woy Wharf construction begins From page 1 As well as a floating pontoon, the project will also deliver: a dedicated fishing area on the boardwalk; new seating benches including smart benches with mobile phone charging capability; banner poles; and landscaping. Deputy Mayor Smith said the project was a great example of

the partnership between the State Government and Council in delivering important infrastructure. Council’s Director Roads Transport Drainage and Waste, Boris Bolgoff, said the existing Commercial Wharf had been modified to ensure ferry services could continue as scheduled throughout construction of the new wharf.

“The Commercial Wharf – which will operate as the main wharf amenity for the area as we build the new Woy Woy Town Centre Wharf – has undergone temporary modifications to ensure it is accessible for community members who use wheelchairs and other mobility aids,” Bolgoff said. “It is very exciting to

commence construction on this significant project which features a floating pontoon that will move with the varying tides and ensure access to ferry services and facilities in most tide and weather conditions. “The new wharf will benefit commuters and community members who regularly use ferry services and will undoubtedly become a centre-

piece and draw-card for Woy Woy Town Centre. “Accessibility for community members who use wheelchairs or other mobility devices has been a priority throughout the design process, with one of the added key features of the project being infrastructure to accommodate a wheelchair lifting facility on the pontoon for recreational boat users.”

Council is working closely with ferry services and nearby businesses and stakeholders to minimise impact during construction. The project is set to be completed by the end of the 2020-21 financial year. Terry Collins

Clr Jane Smith - Independent Deputy Mayor Central Coast Council Adoption of Operational Plan and Budget during COVID-19 All Councils need to set their budget at the beginning of each financial year. As with many organisations, Council has also been impacted by COVID-19 and we have needed to consider what those impacts might mean.

• This is the largest capital works program that Council has budgeted to date and one of the largest in the state at $225m with a further $33m of projects awaiting grant funding confirmation

Our CEO and staff were proactive in considering the impacts of the pandemic. Council engaged independent expertise to model different scenarios and provide advice in a time of great uncertainty.

• In considering the revised budget, we have deferred some works however, this will be reviewed each quarter to consider how we can amend the budget with changing circumstances

Our staff developed a revised budget based on sound principles – living within our means, minimising job losses, maintaining essential services and stimulating the local economy. There were also workshops with Councillors to consider adjustments that needed to be made.

• We are forecasting an operating deficit of $13.3 million excluding capital grants and contributions

Budgets are always contested ground - with everybody wanting their own priorities to be in the document. There are numerous discussions about how we best apply funds across this large region in a fair and equitable way. There is inevitably lots of criticism and a level of frustration that is felt by everybody - our staff and our Councillors, all trying to deliver the best for our community with a finite amount of money. The final version of the Budget and Operational Plan was adopted on 27 July. It is a realistic, responsible and responsive budget at this time of economic uncertainty. One of the strategies we will employ over the next year will be a review process to monitor income against our scenario planning. This will enable Council to respond to any changes more quickly and will include bringing projects forward when we can. Some key points about this year’s budget and Operational Plan: • Council has budgeted $564.3 million for the delivery of essential services and $225 million for capital works across the region

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Commencement of work at Woy Woy Wharf

When considering the operating deficit, it is worth noting the cost shifting that puts an additional burden on Council. Cost shifting is where the State government puts additional demands on Council without the funding to deliver those functions. • We have had to absorb the amalgamation costs of $40m with still more to come. • Like all Councils we absorb cost shifting costs which for us is in the order of $44m each year

With Councillor Chris Holstein and Adam Crouch, Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, to mark the commencement of construction of Woy Woy wharf

I was pleased to represent Mayor Lisa Matthews on 18 August at the commencement of works for the new Woy Woy wharf. This is a major wharf redevelopment project that will • We have a direct loss of revenue as a result of Local benefit Woy Woy and the Central Coast more broadly. Infrastructure Contributions from developers being The new Woy Woy Town Centre wharf will become an iconic part of the local area. Its floating pontoon reduced from 4% to 1% by the state government. This means 1% goes to Council and 3% goes to the State will ensure it is accessible in most tide and weather conditions. This is a great example of the State government. This is several million dollars a year less government and Council working together to fund and deliver infrastructure that our community wants and needs. The project is an investment of approximately $5.6 million including $3.99 million from income while our staff still have to do the same work. the NSW Government’s Regional Communities Development Fund and $1.33 million from Council. • The recent IPART determination has reduced our income It is expected that work will be completed by the end of the financial year. During construction, the by $35m per year - yet we are still required to maintain commercial wharf will operate as the main wharf for ferry services. the same or greater levels of expenditure.

View the final Operational Plan and Budget at: www.centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/delivery-programand-operational-plan

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Developer puts Point Frederick project up for sale One of the major developments slated for the greater Gosford area has stalled, with the multimillion-dollar Peninsula development at Point Frederick being put up for sale. Approved by the Hunter Central Coast Joint Regional Planning Panel in 2017, the project is owned by developer Tony Denny’s Central Real, which has appointed commercial real estate firm Cushman and Wakefield to handle the sale. The project, on the corner of Duke and Albany Sts, has been approved to house 101 units with two basement levels of parking and was originally costed at $34M. Cushman and Wakefield Director of Sales and Investments, Anthony Bray, said it has been completed to podium level, with the two parking levels in place and the slab poured at ground level. “Mr Denny has decided not to

continue on with the project after having seen a successful conclusion to his development projects on the Coast over the past seven years and deciding his skillsets are better used elsewhere,” Bray said. “There is no debt on the site and we are looking at a sale price range in the mid $20M bracket. “The basement is complete – and that is a huge space providing 188 parking spaces over two levels. “The crunch point of a development is to have the basement complete.” Bray said the company was conducting inspections of the site with some “qualified interest” and estimated the project would take 12-18 months to complete, dependent upon weather conditions. “There are five storeys yet to be built in three separate towers but all the approvals are in place,” he said. An information brochure issued by the company says

the zoning of the site could accommodate aged care/ retirement/over 55s housing, child care or a hotel, motel or serviced apartments. The current approval is for 101 luxury one, two and threebedroom apartments and penthouses. Denny appears to be winding up his real estate operations in the region, with his nearby Lumiere project also on the market. The residential building at 144 Albany St, Point Frederick, has an estimated cost of $19.86M and is approved for 39 three-bedroom luxury apartments. Bray confirmed the site would be sold. “We have received genuine enquiry and are looking to exchange in the very near future,” he said. Attempts to obtain a comment from Mr Denny were unsuccessful.

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Less than a quarter of kids at risk see a case worker New figures from the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) show that fewer than a quarter of children reported at risk on the Central Coast have been seen by a case worker. The figures show that, as at December 2019, 5,783 reports had been received of children at risk of serious harm, with

only 23 per cent having been seen by a caseworker. State-wide, NSW had chalked up a record number 111,092 reports, with only 29 per cent seen by caseworkers. As at March 2020, numbers on the Central Coast had risen to 5,871, with a 24 per cent rate of follow up by caseworkers. Shadow Minister for Family and Community Services,

Penny Sharpe, said the figures were “disastrous”. “Children suffering from abuse and neglect require caseworkers checking on their wellbeing,” Sharpe said. “This is a tragic example of a system in crisis, unable to fulfil its most basic responsibility to the children of this state – behind every one of these numbers is a child who could

be neglected or abused. “When is the Minister for Community Services going to do his job and ensure that kids in NSW who need our help receive it?” The most recent data shows that caseworkers are addressing the needs of more children reported at risk of significant harm than ever before.

While acknowledging there “absolutely is more work to do”, Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said caseworkers state-wide saw a total of 33,499 children at risk of significant harm in the 12 months ending March 31. “This is an increase of 10.6 per cent when compared with the same period in the previous year,” Crouch said.

“The NSW Government is also investing more than $2B to protect and support our most vulnerable children, young people, and families. “Reducing the proportion of children and young people rereported at risk of significant harm is one of the Premier’s Priorities.” Terry Collins

Opposition flags risk to workers comp scheme Shadow Minister for the Central Coast, David Harris, has claimed 265 injured workers from the Central Coast could be cut off from the State’s workers compensation scheme by the end of the year, with the agency responsible for the program, iCare, embroiled in an $80M underpayment scandal. Harris said removing income support from hundreds of sick

and injured workers would hit the region hard. “Sick and injured workers spend their money locally,” he said. “If they lose income support, Central Coast small businesses lose customers. “We’re living through a recession and slashing the income of 265 workers will make a tough time even worse.” Shadow Minister for Finance

and Small Business Daniel Mookhey said iCare faced accusations of serious mismanagement and unethical practices. “The workers compensation regime is a cruel system that’s been incompetently administered,” he said. Mookhey said iCare, established in 2015, had underpaid more than 50,000 injured workers up to $80M and breached the law in 54 per

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cent of claims it handled, according to an independent review. NSW Labor has called on State Treasurer Dominic Perrottet to step aside and for a full independent inquiry. But Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said Labor left the state’s workers compensation system in a mess, facing a $4B deficit, jeopardising care for injured workers and leaving

employers facing significant premium hikes. “In 2015 the NSW Liberal Government made a difficult but necessary decision to modernise the workers compensation system,” Crouch said. “The Government has prioritised keeping a fair balance between providing for injured workers and keeping insurance premiums low. “This is critical for businesses

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Construction completed on Kangy Angy Rail Facility Ninety new jobs are on offer on the Central Coast, following the completion of major construction at the State Government’s multimillion dollar Kangy Angy Rail Maintenance Facility this week. The purpose-built facility will service and maintain the New Intercity Fleet trains, with around six kilometres of electric rail lines – seventracks across at its widest point – a new rail bridge, access roads, offices and amenities. Minister for Transport, Andrew Constance, who was on the Coast to celebrate the milestone, said testing of the facility will continue ahead of the introduction of the New Intercity Fleet later this year. “The Maintenance Facility

URL Rail Group CEO, Doug Moss, Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, and Minister for Transport and Roads, Andrew Constance

has created employment, skills development and business opportunities on the Central Coast during construction and that will all continue into operation,” Constance said.

The facility will be operated by UGL Rail, which is part of the RailConnect consortium contracted to design, build and maintain the new fleet.

“UGL is currently recruiting for roles in engineering, supply chain, supervision, planning, quality and asset management, with more than 90 positions to be filled over the next 18

months,” Constance said. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, said substantial landscaping had

taken place around the development. “An important part of the construction phase is the revegetation work with a number of Central Coast native species being planted on-site, including 950 trees and more than 200,000 juvenile grasses, shrubs and trees,” Crouch said. “It’s fantastic to see that within the vegetation being retained, 30 nest boxes were installed to provide habitat for native animals.” The design and construction of the facility was delivered by John Holland on behalf of Transport for NSW. Source: Press release, Aug 19 Minister for Transport, Andrew Constance and Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

Mountain community mobilises for the well-being of residents A new community group formed in the Lower Hawkesbury district is determined to make life a little easier for residents. River Cares has a vision to enhance the safety and wellbeing of the people, the heritage, the environment and local businesses of the area. President Robyn Downham, who has long been active in community matters, said 2019/2020 had posed some challenging times for the remote and isolated communities of Lower Mangrove. “(We survived) first the drought, next the fires, followed by the cyclonic storms, then the floods and now COVID-19,” Downham said. “There have been and continue to be many lessons learnt from all of these recent events and past experiences, which highlight the lack of communication, lack of

One of the first things the new group will push is the upgrade of the public amenities block at Spencer

services and lack of awareness of the needs of our diverse communities by all levels of government and other service providers. “However, we also need to acknowledge one of the reasons many of us chose to live in our unique communities is for the remoteness and

privacy – living ‘off grid’. “It’s about finding a safe balance in which to live for both young and old.” Downham said the group would focus on improving community infrastructure, building resilience, strengthening community

cohesion and providing the right type of support to residents and visitors. On the agenda will be, among other things, helping connect residents to services such as financial assistance, transport and affordable health services; promoting local businesses and providing residents an

emergency information resource pack. “First we will assess the needs of our communities by conducting a door to door survey over the next few months,” Downham said. “We have already started establishing relationships

with various community services and Central Coast Council to arrange information days and webinars. “We are applying for grants to obtain funding to help provide some of the services we need and have engaged with the Community Defib Project in Wisemans Ferry to expand the installation of Automatic Emergency Defibrillators throughout the Lower Hawkesbury River District through to Mangrove Mountain.” Downham said among projects to be tackled in the short term would be improving mobile phone service, opening full access to Mangrove Creek Rd for emergency access, the upgrade of the public toilets in Spencer ad the upgrade of Wisemans Ferry Rd. Source: Media release, Aug 15 River Cares

Car sanitiser station a hit with taxis, Uber and hire vehicles The State Government’s new sanitisation station at West Gosford has seen almost 500 point-to-point vehicles pass through since it opened on July 29. Available for one visit each day by taxis, Ubers, hire vehicles and community transport vehicles, the service

is completely free. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said the station was also creating new job opportunities for Central Coast residents, with 16 staff members employed. “It’s fantastic that every single one of the 16 people

employed at the sanitisation station is a Central Coast local,” he said. “Central Coast Taxis is contracted by the NSW Government to operate the station and has committed to also provide long-term job opportunities for these staff.” Crouch said the service will

help to keep drivers and passengers safe during COVID-19. “Vehicle sanitisation includes disinfecting high-touch areas like outside and inside door handles, window controls, headrests and payment terminals,” he said. “The NSW Government has

worked hard to create a COVID-safe public transport system, but we also want to ensure local taxis and Ubers are also COVID-safe. “NSW Government vehicles including ambulance, police and HealthShare vehicles are also eligible for the service to further support the needs of our most vulnerable

passengers.” The sanitisation station is open from 7am to 7pm on weekdays and from 8am to 5pm on Saturdays at Merinee Rd West Gosford. Source: Media release, Aug 18 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

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From page 1 The scaffolding had been erected as part of the new Archibald building site on the corner of Mann and Donnison Sts. Emergency services were called, with one woman being treated for head injuries on-site by paramedics. A NSWAmbulance spokesman said the woman, believed to be in her 40s, was subsequently taken to Gosford Hospital with a head injury.

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Scaffolding collapses in Mann St

The incident occurred during peak school time causing significant traffic to back up along the main roads in and around Gosford CBD. Temporary road closures were put in place for all traffic and buses in Mann St between Donnison St and Erina St as the debris was cleared. A BMW and a Holden Commodore, which were parked along the edge of the street next to the building site, were among the cars crushed.

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A man in his 30s driving a ute was surprised when a large light pole collapsed onto the tray of his car, narrowly missing the cabin. Police, Fire and Rescue NSW, and RFS were all on scene attempting to block off the area to pedestrians. No cause of the incident has yet been reported, however, the Bureau of Meteorology did record winds between 3050km/hr during the afternoon. Jacinta Counihan

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LPP approves Copa Men’s Shed A men’s shed for Copacabana has been approved by the Central Coast Local Planning Panel, but the organising committee is on the hunt for more funds to bring the project to full fruition. Co-ordinator Michael Mitchelmore said funding secured to date would complete the shell of the building, with construction set to begin in October. But $100,000 was still needed to complete the internal construction, fit-out and connection of vital services, as well as disabled access provisions, he said. “Copa Men’s Shed management committee will continue to examine all options to raise the additional funds through sponsorship, grants

An artist’s impression of the Copacabana Men’s Shed

and other fundraising activities,” Mitchelmore said. “Meanwhile, we are seeking support from the public and businesses in the form of cash

donations, building materials or discounts on services, with donations from individuals tax deductible. “This has been a long and at

times arduous process, but the approval on August 6 will enable us to bring this long awaited and much needed community project to fruition.”

Mitchelmore said men’s sheds are vital community organisations which aim to improve men’s health and wellbeing by giving them a place to meet and work together and reconnect with the local community. The panel approved the application with an additional stipulation on noise control and confirmed a restriction of operating hours for the workshop to 8:30am-3:30pm Monday to Friday. The social area of the building can operate from 8:30am10pm Monday to Saturday and from 9am-8pm on Sundays. Documents provided with the development application say the shed will provide a practical and friendly environment, accessible to all men over the age of 18.

The Management Committee will oversee applications for membership and will assess the competence of members to handle power tools and mechanical equipment and may restrict use of the workshop. Existing Council public parking of 56 spaces will be utilised by members and visitors, with the addition of one accessible parking space adjacent the shed at the southeast side. In addition to a pedestrian footpath from the existing Council car parking area to the men’s shed, an accessible path will be provided from the accessible parking space adjacent to the main entrance and the existing concrete accessway from Del Rio Dr. Terry Collins

Greenfield Road upgrade completed It will be a smoother drive along Greenfield Rd at Empire Bay following a major upgrade between Rickard Rd and Rosella Rd. Central Coast Council Director Roads Transport Drainage and Waste, Boris Bolgoff, said the major upgrade would improve the management of stormwater run-off and provide increased accessibility for motorists and pedestrians. “This project included significant street drainage, kerb and gutter, new road pavement and street tree planting,” Bolgoff said. “Both safety and accessibility have been improved through this project – we’ve constructed a shared pathway on the

eastern side of the road and made improvements to bus stops.” Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, said the project was financed from the NSW Government’s Stronger Communities Fund. “Greenfield Rd is the main thoroughfare in and out of Empire Bay and has been identified as a priority project by local residents over a number of years,” Crouch said. “Thanks to $1.8M from the NSW Government, this major road upgrade is now providing smoother and safer access for residents to their community. “The Stronger Communities Fund is in addition to $20M the NSW Government provided to

Central Coast Council in 2016 to kick-start delivery of community infrastructure.” Mayor Lisa Matthews said the upgrade would benefit Empire Bay residents and visitors to the area. “This major upgrade of Greenfield Rd is a great result for the Central Coast community,” Mayor Matthews said. “Maintaining and developing our region’s 2,200 kilometre network requires significant funding and Council was able to deliver this project through funding from the NSW Government.” Source: Media release, Aug 13 Central Coast Council

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Our youth are our future, the ‘Central Coast Youth Strategy’ highlights the importance Council places on empowering the youth of today. The Strategy strives to empower our youth in developing their aspirations, skills and talents through a range of innovative engagement programs.

Our Youth Services Team connect and engage with the Coast’s young people, empowering them to develop their aspirations, skills and talents via a diverse range of programs, activities and events.

The Strategy is a first for our region and following consultation with over 1,600 young people and 67 youth services across the Coast, it provides strategic direction for the delivery of contemporary youth services and programs. Twelve months into implementation, we have successfully delivered several actions from the Strategy that support meaningful outcomes for young people who work, live and play on the Central Coast. Above all, our young people have told us that their own and their friend’s mental health is one of their top priorities. With the Youth Action Team (Y4Y) and the expertise of Australia’s most respected mental health organisations, we’ve held a series of online workshops and video sessions to help young people identify when they or a friend are at risk of experiencing poor mental health and provide practical tools to cope and build resilience. Mayor Lisa Matthews Central Coast Council

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Understanding mental health is a minefield for many of us, but that’s where we can help. With the Y4Y and the expertise of Australia’s most respected mental health organisations, we’ve been helping our young people: • understand types of mental health concerns • recognise symptoms of depression and anxiety • feel confident to talk about mental health • spot and monitor warning signs in themselves and others, plus more. There are still two opportunities to get involved: • Video Release – Meditation, 26 August 12pm • Video Release – Y4Y - R U OK video tips & tricks, 9 September 12pm View the ‘Help a mate’ playlist on youtube.com/ coastconnect

Y4Y sustainable art project extended

You asked, we listened! The deadline for young people to submit an artwork to our Youth Action Team (Y4Y) sustainable resource art project has been extended to 31 August 2020. Young people aged 12-24 years old, who live, work, study or play on the Central Coast can submit an artwork that aligns with ‘Living Green’. The selected artwork will be used in an educational awareness campaign. The artist of the winning artwork will also be awarded a $500 gift voucher for Eckersley’s Art & Craft. Artworks will be assessed by a panel, and the community will also able to vote for their favourite piece from those selected via a social media poll from 16 September. Read more at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/news

One year in – Youth Strategy success

In its first year of implementation, we have successfully delivered a number of actions under the ‘Central Coast Youth Strategy’. The Strategy provides the strategic direction over five years for the delivery of contemporary youth services, programs, activities and events aligned to six key themes: ‘Including Us’, ‘Living Green’, ‘Skilled & Ready’, ‘Happy & Healthy’, ‘Feeling Safe’ and ‘Somewhere to Live’. Key highlights include: • Council nominated as a finalist in the ‘NSW Local Government Excellence Awards’ for the Central Coast Youth Strategy and the Youth 4 Youth (Y4Y) Team. • Delivery of ‘Colour Our Coast’ fun run/walk attended by over 1,200 young people and their families. • Delivery of the ‘Skills 4 Life’ Expo attended by 110 young people including school, home school, TAFE and University students. • A new Youth Services Outreach van to act as a fully mobile and functional youth space. • Establishment of a shared space at Gravity Youth Centre Lake Haven, for Council and other youth service providers, to develop and deliver programs. • Ongoing mentoring of eight young entrepreneurs from the ‘Ignite Business Launchpad’ program. • Delivery of a range of environmental education, sustainability, indigenous, sporting related and road safety programs. • Delivery of programs within our libraries including HSC and online education support and resources such as ‘Studiosity’. • Delivery of creative programs including ‘Discovered’, ‘Battle of the Bands’ and ‘Youth in Performing Arts’. Find out more about our programs centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/youth

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Community Bulletin - COVID-19 Information YOUR SPORT

YOUR HEALTH

Play safe, watch safe!

Nothing’s more uplifting than having a crowd cheering for you on the sidelines while you’re playing your favourite team sport. However, COVID-19 means community sports organisers must have COVID Safety Plans in place, which include minimising the number of spectators who attend games. NSW Health guidelines recommend only one parent or carer should accompany a child to any junior sport activity. While there, spectators must maintain social distancing by staying at least 1.5metres from other people. All players and spectators should leave the venue as soon as matches end, rather than staying around to chat and mingle. As every sport may have different requirements based on the activity and venue, it’s important to know what your club’s COVID-19 Safety Plan is and to help it to play within it. Talk to your club for details. For more information about community sport and COVID-19 precautions visit sport.nsw.gov.au/novel-coronavirus-covid-19

YOUR BUSINESS

Young people hold health key

The highest rates of COVID-19 transmission are occurring amongst young people in their 20s. As a result, the NSW Government is urging young people to reduce their social mobility, instead socialising with friends in a single location rather than visiting a number of settings over the course of a weekend. They are also being asked to consider getting tested to help prevent ongoing community transmission. Increasing the testing rates of young people is seen as a vital weapon in the fight against COVID-19. A social media campaign with the hashtag #Itest4NSW has been launched, specifically for people aged 18-35. Young people are being encouraged to use their phone to shoot a video telling why they got tested or would get tested and post it to their social media channel, with the hashtag #Itest4NSW. Watch this link for some “test-imonials”: vimeo.com/441919834/66fe1e1b29 Find a COVID-19 testing clinic near you: nsw.gov.au/covid-19/how-to-protectyourself-and-others/clinics

What’s your COVID Safe plan?

Several Central Coast businesses have been fined for breaching NSW Government COVID Safe guidelines. All businesses are required to have a COVID Safe program which outlines how they operate in a safe way to protect staff, customers and visitors. COVID Safe plans will vary based on the type of business you run, so industry-specific resources have been provided to help businesses. These include safety plan templates, signage and ongoing information about any changes to health and safety rules. Resources can be found at nsw.gov.au/ covid-19/covid-safe-businesses Businesses will need to keep their COVID Safe Plan on hand, train staff in COVID Safe practices, collect customer and visitor contact details and make staff aware of the COVIDSafe app which enables customers to provide feedback. They will also need to cooperate with NSW Health if notified of a positive case of COVID-19 in their workplace. For additional local business information and resources, visit centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/ business-support

Draft Land Transaction Policy The ﬁrst region-wide draft Land Transaction Policy in now on public exhibition by Council for the community to view and submit comments. This draft policy is a consolidation of the former Gosford City Council's Land and Property Transactions Policy and Wyong Shire Council's Property Transactions – Sales and Acquisitions with other policies informing its development. The consolidated policy provides a framework for Council which will inform decision and directions regarding Council's property portfolio in a consistent manner across the Local Government Area and in accordance with relevant legislation. View the draft Land Transaction Policy and submit your comments online by 11 September at yourvoiceourcoast.com/land-transaction-policy

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Bush walkers have far less impact on COSS lands I read with interest your article entitled “Council rejects motion to keep mountain bikers out of COSS lands” and noted a number of anomalies. I have been a bush walker for many years and have enjoyed the environmental experience of being able to walk in the wilderness in a situation where I, my wife and friends are able to experience such with a minimal environmental impact. Sadly, I have witnessed in recent months what I can only describe as environmental vandalism; mountain bikers

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See Page 2 for contribution conditions who have overnight transformed areas of Kincumber Mountain into a wasteland. I challenge Cr Holstein and his committee to come with me

and other walkers and see the destruction that uncaring mountain bikers have wreaked on the mountain. Personally, I am not opposed to riders having designated areas for recreational riding. There are plenty of fire trails for them to ride and I also agree that purpose-built trails should be made, however many of the trails are not purpose built. They have been built at the whim of what I would call vandals! When I have questioned riders on some of these trails I have been subjected to foul

mouthed abuse. There are beautiful areas of rainforest on Kincumber Mountain which are being destroyed by these vandals. Earlier on I questioned why these tracks were being made and was told by one of the writers on their Facebook page that bush walkers were just as destructive to the environment as riders. I question the empirical evidence on which they base these claims. Simply watching half a dozen walkers walking a trail and then watching the same

number of cyclists, one will note that it is not rocket science that their claims are based on pure hogwash. Cr Holstein I ask that you get out and see the true destruction that these “Eco-warriors” (NOT) are doing to vulnerable areas of the COSS. Bush walkers do not chop down trees, dig up areas of flora and smash rocks up to build ramps for their jumps! As stated, I am not opposed to the riders enjoying the environment. There are many kilometres of fire trails around the Coast that

For too long I have worshipped at the false feet of the hoax recycling industry. For too long I have obeyed the sham iconography of that little

FORUM “chasing arrow” on the bottom of the plastic container. For too long I have fortnightly gone to the church of the kerbside gutter with my plastic tithe in my wheeled offertory. Rest assured my heresy only goes so far. I will continue to recycle my glass, cans and paper - right up

until the day that they too are revealed as trickster gods. I would encourage any other heretics to ask Central Coast Council, Cleanaway, and 1coast.com.au about what pressure they can put on other levels of government. It is they who carry the burden of being the terminus of the waste stream. I would also encourage any other heretics to nail a copy of

their version of Martin Luther’s “95 Theses” to the door of the Australian Food and Grocery Council. In this instance, perhaps a list of 95 of their products with ludicrous amounts of plastic packaging, along with some alternatives. Viva la revolution! Email. Aug 15 B. Allen, Terrigal

Email. Aug 15 P. Brandon, Kincumber

Forget Covid … but beware the walking stick

Viva la anti-plastics revolution After viewing the ABC Four Corners episode “Plastic Wars” (August 10) with mounting anger and embarrassment, I hereby announce I am now a plastics recycling apostate.

can be enjoyed by riders. By all means build purposebuilt tracks for the riders but please don’t insult our intelligence by suggesting that walkers do the same amount of damage as the riders. I note one of the interviewees is a PhD candidate. I hope that he pursues empirical evidence in the formation and writing of his thesis rather than rely on unfounded opinion such as some riders have put forward about bushwalkers.

I’d like to thank the various supermarkets for placing those spots on the floor, in order to indicate “social distancing” (especially since I am both asthmatic and in the vulnerable age group).

FORUM Now, if only shoppers would adhere to them, otherwise I shall be forced to prod them back with my walking stick. Email, Aug 4 D. Horsfall, North Gosford

How to protect yourself and our community

Self-isolate and practice social distancing

Clean and disinfect surfaces regularly

Use hand sanitiser

Wash your hands regularly

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Australians more prosperous now than ever R. Findlay’s comment that “the economy has been going backwards for the past 40 years” (“Getting back to normal’, CCN 255) is, of course, complete nonsense. On the contrary, the economy, until this year, has been growing for at least 30 years, and Australians are more prosperous than they have ever been.

FORUM In 2010, median wealth per household in Australia was $400,000: today, it is about $625,000. In fact, the most recent research by the Credit Suisse Research Institute ranks Australians as the wealthiest people in the world. Naturally, all these statistics are subject to disorder since

the advent of the COVID pandemic, but, by any comparative measures, the Australian economy has performed superbly under all stripes of government. One wonders what Mr. Findlay has in mind when he calls for us to “get back to normal”. Since 1980, 40 years ago (which he seems to think of as a magic figure), average household income has

Bouddi Park not meant for mountain biking I am as appalled as everyone else that a booby trap has been found in the Bouddi National Park (“Bouddi Booby Trap”, CCN, August 7). However, it seems that from the description of where the trap was found, this part of the park is off limits to cycling of any kind and is restricted solely to walkers. The trails set aside for bikes are Hawke Head Dr and the

FORUM Tallow Beach trail only. This park was set aside for nature early last century by the stalwart Marie Byles after whom the lookout on the Scenic Rd at Killcare is named. She fought tooth and nail to preserve this remnant of the much developed NSW coast so that nature and wildlife could forever flourish undisturbed. The park was never intended

as an area for speed or mountain biking. If the Shadow Minister for the Central Coast, David Harris, wants to expand mountain biking trails then find the money to purchase specific property to build such things, perhaps even divert the $4M set aside for the controversial Terrigal Haven walkway. Email, Aug 12 L. Dover, Hardys Bay

increased by more than 50% and that is in real dollar terms. Is he suggesting that we should all go back to living on two-thirds of the income we have now? I think that most of us could do without that kind of “normal”. Since 1990 (only 30 years ago), Australia’s Human Development Index rating has risen from 0.866 to 0.938, so

that our economic improvement has been matched by all human-development indicators as well. There are very few countries in the world that come close to matching this economic and social record. Nobody would claim that the country is perfect, but looking backwards 40 years, through rose-coloured glasses at a past that never existed except in Mr.

Findlay’s imagination, is a totally unhelpful exercise. It happens that 1980 was the year that I left Australia to look for fame and fortune overseas: the reason I’ve returned is that I see the transformation that has taken place over those 40 years, making Australia the best country to live in in the world - and that’s today. Email, Aug 14 B. Hyland, Woy Woy.

Who was Mann St named after? FORUM

I would suggest to the writer (forum, CCN, August 14) a simple Google check would fill him in on Gother Mann for whom the two streets were named, though one is Manns Road (no apostrophe) and (the other) Mann Street. Gother, an engineer, surveyor, and magistrate, came to Brisbane Water from England where he married a Mary Hely. A Gosford street is also named after her pioneering family. Gother was appointed Chief

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A commemorative plaque can be found on the Gosford Court House in honour of this pioneer. As to gender bias, his name is Mann after which the streets are named and not because he was a man. We also have locally Caroline, Victoria, Adelaide, Gertrude, Georgiana Streets which are all the names of women. Gother was definitely a fantastic character. Email, Aug 17 G. Venn, East Gosford

No excuse for missing council meetings Councillor Marquart’s excuse for not attending the council meeting on July 27 because of a COVID-19 work plan (CCN, Aug 7) isn’t good enough. Cr Marquart, you had time to visit the Wamberal disaster on the 19th but were unable to attend the extraordinary

FORUM meeting the next day because of a COVID-19 work emergency, so that explains why you missed the extraordinary meeting on the 20th but it doesn’t explain why you missed the meeting the following week.

Then to say that you would have voted against Council’s Operational Plan. You said the Plan’s costs are extreme and flabby around the midriff, Council’s operation is addicted to spending ratepayers’ money, cost savings and productivity advancements are as rare as

hen’s teeth and Council should have tightened its fiscal belt. Cr Marquart if you felt that strongly about this issue why didn’t you attend the meeting on the 27th; , they are being held via Zoom so you could have been where you needed to be to do your business activities, logged into the

meeting and had this item brought forward on the business paper (via the exception method) so you could have voted on it and then you could have left the meeting to resume you “business activities”. But you didn’t and left it to a casting vote so don’t complain

now when you could have made a difference. Cr Marquart your excuse for not attending the meeting on the 27th … shows the ratepayers where your loyalties are; not with them. Email, Aug 12 C. Veugen, Umina Beach

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Home carer stole almost $20,000 in cash and goods The widow of a dementia sufferer is calling for more protections for family carers to be established after a carer stole close to $20,000 in cash and goods from her home. Erina’s Sue George first enlisted the services of Bronwyn Jones in 2018 to help her care for husband Bill, but when more than $18,000 in cash was stolen from a locked draw George grew suspicious of her and installed security cameras around the property. To George’s horror, the cameras caught Jones stealing cash, food and alcohol and instances of mistreatment of her husband. “The cameras captured Bronwyn going into my wallet and taking money while I was busy bathing Bill, as well as Sue and Bill George

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food and bottles of champagne from our freezer and fridge. “There was also footage of her forcibly pushing him down into his chair when he tried to sit up and of her eating parts of his meals. “It was so distressing to watch, to see someone who you’ve trusted to care for your loved one, who you’ve invited into your home and who’s services you’re paying for do that, it was just shocking.

“It beggars belief,” George said. In the ensuing investigation, police determined that large deposits in Jones’ bank account were most likely the stolen money. Initially Jones denied the allegations, telling police the deposits were from wins on the pokies, but when the case made it to Gosford Local Court her tune had changed, with the 51-year-old pleading guilty to five counts of larceny and admitting she was struggling with a gambling problem. Jones is now due for sentencing in September, but for George and her family the ordeal is still raw following Bill’s death in July. “I feel violated and knowing what Bill endured and his recent passing has only added to my family’s sorrow.

“I also feel guilty that I wasn’t able to protect him from this unfortunate carer,” George said. To help shield families like hers from a similar experience, George is now pushing to see more protections enshrined for carers caring for a loved one in their own home who bring in outside carers to assist. “Broadly speaking, the legislation doesn’t go far enough to ensure these outside carers are reliable people. “All that’s involved is a police background check, but as Bronwyn used to say, just because you’ve passed a background check doesn’t mean you’re not a thief, it just means you haven’t been caught,” George said. Dilon Luke

Wanted West Gosford man arrested in Wyoming An off-duty police officer has arrested a wanted man at Wyoming. At about 11:30am on Monday, August 17, an off-duty senior constable was at a service

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He arrested the 22-year-old at the scene before calling police for assistance. Officers from Brisbane Water attended shortly after and the man was taken to Gosford

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Officers from Brisbane Water Police District say inquires to locate a 61-year-old, had been underway since Thursday, August 13, after he was last seen leaving his home around 8:30am the morning prior, telling his family that he was going for a walk in Bouddi National Park.

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licence suspended; and Aggravated break and enter steal in company. The West Gosford man was refused bail to face Gosford Local Court. Source: Press release, Aug 18 NSW Police Media

Body found in Bouddi National Park A body, believed to be missing Killcare man, Murray Deakin, has been recovered by police in Bouddi National Park.

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Get on your bike Members of the Central Coast Bicycle Users Group in action

More and more Coasties are getting on their bikes, as COVID-19 sees some people avoiding public transport where possible and others looking for exercise options as they work from home. People are discovering that you can practise social distancing and exercise at the same time as they join the cycling trend. President of the Central Coast Bicycle Users Group (CCBUG), Alan Corven, said increased

numbers of cyclists were evident all over the region, especially along the shared pathway network and around waterways. “I started noticing it in the early days of lockdown,” Corven said. “There were a lot of family groups out cycling during the day as people began to work from home and routines changed. “There are so many benefits to cycling; it’s good for the environment and is a cheaper

alternative to driving everywhere, as well as the obvious health benefits. “A lot of people who drive could use a bike to make the trip – half a week’s shopping could be done quite easily on a bicycle. “You could also replace your drive to the station with a bike ride; even if not every day it would help.” Member for Gosford, Liesl Tesch said she was thrilled to see the community cycling their way out of COVID.

“It’s easy to get consumed by fear and ironically neglect your health rather than keep fit,” she said. “I’m really happy to see people from all walks of life in our community out and about enjoying the sunshine, the beauty of the Central Coast and using our shared pathways.” Tesch said with an increased number of cyclists, bike stores have seen a welcome increase in business. Corven said he hoped people would continue the habit after

the pandemic danger passes. “We’re really hoping, once people have had a taste of cycling, they’ll enjoy it and keep it up,” he said. “I encourage people to get amongst the cycling community, join groups that are suited to them, and enjoy a new activity. “A lot of people go for a ride and don’t bother to join a group; I suppose groups are more for people who want to develop skills and get more involved. “But we’d like to see more

people join our group; we do a lot of advocacy with the RMS and Council to improve conditions. “There are gaps in our in shared path network, particularly around Empire Bay, and it would be nice to see those addressed.” The group will conduct a Brisbane Water Loop Ride on Saturday, August 22, and a Terrigal to Norah Head ride on Sunday, August 23. Terry Collins

Never too late to Start Again The countdown is on for Ettalong local, Jamie Lindsay, who’s debut album, Eleven, drops in September. Marking his return to contemporary country music, Lindsay gave fans one last taste of what to expect with the early release of final single, Start Again, a song about staying positive in uncertain times. It’s also about redemption and forgiveness and according to Lindsay was inspired by his US publisher who told him to start again on a song he had sent him. “I had a blank piece of paper and I wrote Start Again at the top, because he’d told me to start again. “I envisaged this guy who

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might have been locked up, he was remorseful, so just wants

to start again,” Lindsay said. Lindsay said the song could

be taken to be quite religious, although he wasn’t religious

himself, but there was always hope in everyone’s life and he wanted to convey that through this track. “There is always that point where you go, ‘I’m going to start over’ for whatever reason – you could be going down the wrong road, and you just need to stop. “It is one of those tracks that means so much on a lot of different topics in my life and, musically, it came together really well in the studio,” he said. Lindsay has had a rollercoaster ride in life and his music – he was a Star Maker grand finalist in 1997 and 1998 and graduated from The College of Country Music in 1998 (now known as The CMAA Academy). Having played in rock, pop

and hard rock bands over the past 20 years, the Ettalong artist has returned to his original calling in country music. “Country music feels like home to me; it feels as good as it felt back in 1997 and 1998 and starting again feels like what I am doing now,” he said. “I should have stayed in country music, but I went on the journey that I went on and here I am, starting again,” he said. Start Again debuted in the iTunes Country Songs top 100 chart, with Eleven to be released on September 11 and available now for pre-order. Source: Press release, Aug 14 Rebecca Gracie, Country Journo

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Avoca beachside markets return The Avoca Beachside Markets will be back this Sunday, August 23, but on a smaller scale with only food and produce vendors attending. It will be the first time the monthly event has run since February, and it will also be the second attempt to hold the markets since restrictions were introduced. After sadly having to cancel their last market event in July, organisers Brad and Bianca Cardis from Fixx Events, are excited to be supporting their

stall owners but are also taking all of the necessary extra precautions. Bianca Cardis said they decided only to host food and produce stalls as they believe they have been the hardest hit businesses among their stall owners. “Food and produce sales have been terrible, so we thought if we just start with a very small market; we will have about 35 mainly local vendors all gathered together and this way it will be much easier for us to control the crowds,” Cardis said.

“It’s about sales for all the foodies and getting some income back into the economy.” All of the stalls will be set up in two rows along each side of the concrete path, with an entry and exit helping to enforce the one-in-one-out restrictions. Ninety per cent of businesses are local, with customers able to buy either produce or lunch from the stalls. The market will run from 9 am – 2 pm at Heazlett Park Foreshore in Avoca. Jacinta Counihan

New play space for Kincumber A new jungle gym play space at Pinyari Close Reserve, Kincumber, has been designed to complement the surrounding natural environment, with equipment built with materials such as timbers and ropes instead of plastic. An upgraded pathway links the play space to the reserve’s picnic tables and also provides easy access to the adjoining street. Central Coast Mayor Lisa Mathews said the reserve is one of the 260 parks managed by Council.

“Federal Government funding has enabled us to deliver an easy to access, beautiful new park and play area for the local Kincumber community to enjoy,” Cr Matthews said. Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks, became aware of the area after receiving a letter from a 12-year-old Kincumber local, Nina, who was asking for the swings in the park to be upgraded. “After meeting with Nina and her mother Anna, I was pleased to receive her petition with over 300 signatures from other local families and young people,” Wicks said. “During the 2019 election,

the Federal Government committed $90,000 to see this vision become a reality (through its Community Development Grants Program). “Today I am delighted to see the park completed and officially open for Nina and all the generations of young people in Kincumber to enjoy. “This recreational space was truly a community led and called initiative. “I was proud to work so closely with local residents to see this park come to life.” Source: Media Release Aug 13 Central Coast Council The new play space at Pinyari Close Reserve

Eating pizza … the Chicago way A new pizza shop at Forrester’s Beach called Pizza Box is fighting against all the odds, one pizza at a time.

The Pizza Box at Forresters Beach

Since opening its doors at the beginning of July, the takeaway and delivery pizza shop, owned by USA-born Bruce Eickleman, has seen a steady stream of customers. The shop is run by Eickleman and his 20-year daughter, Sophie, who is set to take over the business in the next year. The store gets its name from Eickleman’s first pizza shop, also called Pizza Box, which he opened in Jolliet, Illinois in 1974 on his twenty-first birthday.

Earlier in the year, Eickleman had been planning to retire, however, when the opportunity came up to open the pizza shop, he said he was not afraid to take a chance. “I would probably agree, people would probably think it was crazy for opening up a shop in the middle of COVID, but it has never stopped me,” he said. “I remember when I opened up my first subway franchise in the US, and if I did not make a profit in my first week, I would have had to close. “I was really living on a shoestring.” Ten young locals have been hired to work in the shop, and

the store has received great feedback from the community. “The people I know in this area told me they were keen for a local pizza shop and they have been really supportive since opening,” Eickleman said. “We do a Chicago style pizza, and we have got a couple of recipes from the original Pizza Box. “Business has been really good. “We are planning on opening up for lunch on Saturday and Sunday, and as soon as we get some additional equipment, we are going to sell sandwiches or subs.” Jacinta Counihan

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All itchy and scratchy Adorable twin Tasmanian devil joeys Itchy and Scratchy are calling the Australian Reptile Park home for now, having been born recently at the Park’s sister organisation, Aussie Ark in the Barrington Tops. Named after two feisty characters from The Simpsons TV show due to their cheeky personality traits, the joys are being hand raised at the park by Keeper Hewin Hochkins. “I can’t remember the last time I had a proper night’s sleep, but every minute I get to spend with these two is worth it,” Hochkins said. “They’re already showing off their cheeky little personalities; I just knew the names Itchy and Scratchy were perfect for them.” Hand-raising Tasmanian devils is no easy task. They require round the clock care, warm snuggles and bottle feeds around four to five times a day, including a feed at 4am. The duo will be hand raised for the next eight months until they are independent enough

to re-join their family at Aussie Ark. “Tasmanian devils are one of the most iconic native species Australia has, and looking at Itchy and Scratchy you can see why they are so loved,” Park Director and President of Aussie Ark, Tim Faulkner, said. “Ninety per cent of the wild Tasmanian devil population has disappeared due to devil facial tumour disease. “The Aussie Ark breeding program is creating a longterm future for this species, Itchy and Scratchy are now a big part of that.” Aussie Ark’s population of Tasmanian devils are free from the devastating devil facial tumour disease that plagues wild populations. Aussie Ark relies solely on the community to continue its work ensuring a future for threatened native species and symbolic Tasmanian devil adoptions are available on its website’ Source: Media release, Aug 19 Australian Reptile Park

Tasmanian devil joeys Itchy and Scratchy are calling the Australian Reptile Park home for now

Exhibition shows creative responses to COVID-19 isolation The Gosford Regional Gallery is holding its Isolation exhibition until September 12, which includes work from eleven artists from the Central Coast. The artists were asked to share their creative responses to their time in isolation during

the COVID-19 pandemic. The exhibition includes work from Peter Baka, Jon Ellis, Jane Gillings, Grant Molony, Jenni McEwen, Richard O’Farrell, Ian Provest, Shirin Shamie, Claire Tozer, Margaret Westcott, Cheryl Willcox. One of the artists whose work is displayed at the exhibition, Shirin Shamie, describes her

piece as a dedication to frontline doctors and nurses. Shamie used charcoal pastel on paper with an extract that explains: “The Exhale collection of six portraits is about medical practitioners. The marks on their faces are the marks left by their face masks.” “I chose this topic because

each time a doctor or nurse removes their mask they can breathe more easily and by wearing them while they are helping out a patient their example was an inspiration to the patient to inhale.” Source: Extract taken from Gosford Regional Gallery Reporter Jacinta Counihan

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Today [s] Today Extra [s] NINE’s Morning News [s] Desperate Housewives (M) [s] Live Well For Longer [s] The Block (PG) [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] NINE’s Afternoon News [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] NINE News [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] RBT (PG) [s] Emergency (M) [s] Botched: Flipped Out Butt And A Pelican Neck (M n,l) [s] – Dr Dubrow helps a patient who is flippin’ out over her flippin’ butt implants. NINE News Late [s] New Amsterdam: Anima Sola (M) [s] Dr Christian Jessen Will See You Now (M n) [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] Home Shopping

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Today [s] Today Extra [s] NINE’s Morning News [s] Desperate Housewives (M s) Explore: Wellington [s] Movie: “CSI: Immortality” (M v) (’15) Stars: Ted Danson, Jorja Fox, Eric Szmanda, Robert David Hall, Wallace Langham, David Berman Tipping Point (PG) [s] NINE’s Afternoon News [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] NINE News [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] NRL: Parramatta Eels v South Sydney Rabbitohs *Live* From TBA [s] Golden Point (M) [s] NINE News Late [s] Murdered By Morning: Gambling With Death (M v) [s] The Fix: Jeopardy! (M v) [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] Home Shopping Ellen (PG) [s]

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Business at the front, party out the back Mullets are back in vogue and the polarizing hairdo is now the subject of a national fundraiser. The Black Dog Institute’s Mullets for Mental Health campaign is currently underway, with Coasties encouraged to embrace the mullet and raise funds for mental health research and services. Across the country more than $700,000 has already been raised, with a legion of ‘Mullet Legends’ now fundraising in preparation to embrace the controversial cut come September. Terrigal’s Jack Leslie is one such legend opting to part with his long locks for the cause.

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“I came across the campaign on Facebook and it just really stuck out to me as something worthwhile. “I’ve been rocking long hair for ages and always joked with my mates that I should

get a mullet and I just thought this is it,” Leslie said. As much as he loves his locks, Leslie loves his mates more and with suicide the leading cause of death in Australians aged between 15 and 44, he’s hoping his new do will help spark some important conversations around mental health within his social circles. “I’ve got a few mates dealing with mental health issues, but sadly I reckon there’s a lot more people out there who’re just keeping their problems to themselves. “I see the campaign as a fun call to action to help show people that there’s lots of ways they can get support and a bit of recognition that

there’s a lot of people who care about what they’re going through. “Getting a mullet might be an odd way of showing it, but I do think that uniqueness will help more people start having those conversations and a mullet is pretty hard to miss, so I hope it can help spark some potentially lifechanging chats between mates,” Leslie said. Planning to cut his hair in the last week of August, Leslie has raised $1,100 of his $1,500 goal, a fact he’s very proud of. “I’m a bit blown away to have raised so much so quickly. “I didn’t really think I’d get this close to my goal so I’m

pretty stoked. “It just goes to show that a lot of people do care about mental health,” Leslie said. With the big day almost upon him, Leslie has decided to go for the classic shaved sides, business-in-the-front, party-in-the-back style of mullet. “I’m sort of going to go for this mohawk on steroids kind of look which’ll be fun. Black Dog Institute Fundraising Manager, Evan Jackson, says 2020 is the year of the DIY haircut and is encouraging people to shape and grow their own mullet for the month of September. “It’s really to highlight what’s on all of our minds and heads throughout

Australia at the moment, our mental health. “One in five people experience mental health issues in any given year and sadly up to 60 per cent of people don’t seek support for those issues. “We want everyone to get on board with this campaign, help us to raise funds for a good cause and put smiles back on the faces of the nation in doing so,” Jackson said. To learn more about Mullets for Mental Health, to register to take part in the campaign or to donate to Mullet Legends like Jack Leslie, visit teamblackdog.org.au. Dilon Luke

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The Pull of the Stars Author: Emma Donohue Publisher: Picador

I can’t recall how I chose this book. Maybe because the author also wrote Room, which I read a while ago and liked, although I was quite disturbed by it. It may have touched my inner psychopath … but I digress. Julia Power is a nurse in Dublin in 1918. There is war, there is poverty and there is Influenza (which perhaps explains the level of current interest in the book). Julia works in a hospital and while the hospital survived the disruptions and shortages caused by the war it is not coping with the stresses caused by the flu – too many patients, too few staff. Nurse Power is a midwife in the Maternity/ Fever room – that’s right, not ward but room. Until recently it was a supply room but has been converted to an area for expectant mothers who have caught the grippe (an old-fashioned term for influenza). These mothers are exhausted, some are in their 20’s and have had five babies already. Nurse Power’s recalls, “There was a saying I’d heard from several patients that struck a chill into my bones: She doesn’t love him unless she gives him twelve.” Julia has the day shift, while Sister Luke looks after the women at night and, like all the nurses which are in short supply, they are required to perform tasks well beyond any training.

We meet Julia on the eve of her 30th birthday. Once she is 30, and if she meets the property qualifications, she will be able to vote in the UK elections, but not until after the war ends. She lives with her brother Tim, who hasn’t spoken since he came back from the war. Julia’s mentor has been Matron and Matron is a stickler for protocol, something that has rubbed off on Nurse Power. But Matron is in the sick ward and Nurse Power is on her own. She notes the patients she loses by etching half-moons for each one into her watch. Because staff are sick, and the hospital is severely understaffed Sister Luke sends Bridie Sweeney to assist Nurse Power. Bridie can’t answer truthfully when asked how old she is as she does not know her own birthday.

She has a sad back story and is basically an indentured servant to the church. But she becomes an immense help to Nurse Power and the patients and, for her part, Bridie is given food and a bolt on the water closet door and hot water – things she has not seen much of in abundance in her life Dr. Lynn, a GP has been brought in by the hospital to help with the women’s ward, she is labeled a “a socialist, suffragette, anarchist firebrand!” by the orderly. She is wanted by the police for her part in the Rising and is hiding out in the hospital. But she is a great doctor and trusts Nurse Power. In fact Dr. Lynn gives Julia the authorization to give out medication, which is often just whiskey, and asks her to assist in an autopsy.

Emma Donohue started writing this book in 2018 and finished in March 2020. While the other characters are works of fiction Dr. Lynn is not – she is a real figure, a suffragette, nationalist and activist for social justice who fought in the Easter Rising and was arrested and imprisoned. The entire book takes place over three days, three intense days. Flu ravaged mothers give birth, not always successfully, Julie adds notches to her watch, friendships are made and lost. The book’s chapters are titled Red, Brown, Blue, Black... the colours a patient with the flu will turn before they pass. The Pull of the Stars is well written, with a strong narrative voice and presents some eerie historical parallels with the current global pandemic, with all the fear and suffering, the precautions and restrictions and, of course, the death. “Another poster announces that ‘The government has the situation well in hand,’ and ‘There is no real risk except to the reckless.’ Meanwhile, schools and shops are closed, and those forced by necessity on to crowded trams regard each other with a volatile mix of fear and camaraderie.” Sound familiar? Donohue does a good job in creating a warm centre of female comradery in the middle of all the turmoil and despair. I liked it, but like its predecessor, I was once again quite disturbed by it. Kim Reardon The Reluctant Book Critic

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Business & Property Costume designer turns talents to reusable face masks Central Coast locals are making the most of the demand for facemasks by starting up mask-making businesses from their homes. With the ongoing threat of COVID-19 and a global shortage of PPE, well known artist and costume designer, Leah Bennett from Pretty Beach, has started making and selling masks to the community. After becoming unsettled by the number of facemasks going to landfill, Bennett decided to start sewing her own reusable, machine washable masks for her friends and family and Bouddi Masks was born. “I made a few masks for my parents who were constantly churning through the disposable ones, and they loved them, so I popped a few on social media, and it has just gone gangbusters,” she said. “I have got hordes of fabric that I have been accumulating over the years, a background in

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fashion and costume, and sewing skills, so I just thought I would put it all together.” Bennett is well-known among Killcare locals for “putting it all together” to create amazing costumes (seemingly out of nothing) for all the kids in Pretty Beach’s school plays in past

years. Now, she has turned her attention to face masks, hand sewing around 20 masks per day to keep up with the demand. “I thought I would give mask making a whirl, but it has kind of got a life of its own, and I am

here sewing until midnight every night while the kids are falling asleep to the sound of the sewing machine,” Bennett said. “But it’s good to be helping local people, getting them to cover up, using my stash of fabric and also to be putting my

old skills to use. “I have photographed a combination of my fabrics and numbered them so people can choose the ones they like, and I am making a few different sizes, so it’s very bespoke because people can choose what they like.” Isabel Wilson from Berkeley Vale had the same idea, starting her business The Little Mask Company just over a month ago. She too has been inundated with requests, shipping around Australia and as far as New Zealand. “I originally just started because I had lots of family in Melbourne and me and my mum thought we should make some masks and send them to them because they are probably struggling at the moment,” she said. “I have been unemployed, so I had this idea of making masks and then selling them to help my community out, and it has gone off and turned into a really good achievement for me.”

After recently moving to the Central Coast to study and not being able to find a job, the business has become a solid form of income. “Starting this business has helped me enormously, and it makes me so happy I can help my community here and throughout Australia.” Wilson said. With little previous experience in the industry, Wilson’s mother taught her everything she needed to know on the job. The Little Mask Company also offers a ‘pay it forward’ campaign, which allows people to buy an extra mask which is then passed on to the vulnerable members of the community. Both Bennett and Wilson make their masks with three layers of material,in compliance with NSW government guidelines. (See our full video interview with Leah Bennett on our website.) Jacinta Counihan

Unmet demand for home-based aged and disability carers While many Central Coast businesses fight to keep staff employed, Karen Barrett from the in-home care service, Trusted Home Care, is struggling to find workers. The service provides at-home care for aged and disabled people by community support workers, who help with personal care, transport, social community access, respite, meal preparation and other types of assistance.

Barrett said it is an interesting time to be understaffed and the number of people applying for jobs had dropped significantly in past months. “We are in a unique position, and because we are growing, there is an opportunity to create some permanency in the job world,” Barrett said. “We are a bit of certainty in a not so certain world at the moment. “It is a very feel-good industry, and we get a lot of job

satisfaction.” Barrett has worked in the health industry as a registered nurse, and has also brought up her son, who lives with a disability. “I am used to having supports coming in, and I used to work in the industry, so I understand what it takes to be a good community support worker,” she said. Since launching the service, she has seen an influx in demand for in-home care

services, especially since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. “Because people are now seeing what is going on in the world in nursing homes, there are a lot more people pushing to keep their loved ones at home for as long as possible,” she said. “This is because they have got a consistency of support at home with just a few support workers going in, rather than a massive turnover of staff within facilities, which is a higher risk.

Trusted Home Care is looking for people who have either completed a Certificate 3 or higher in Individual Support or Aged Care or are looking to study and will employ staff on a casual base with the possibility of permanent or part-time work. “It’s not necessarily a nine to five job, you can be available on certain days of the week, or you can just be available overnight,” she said. This shortage of workers in the community support and

aged care industry has also been felt by others on the Central Coast, with Human Resources Coordinator, Donna Louise, also struggling to fill positions for a local residential aged care facility. “We have been advertising for months, and people are just not applying,” she said. “As a coordinator who is looking for workers, I have never been busier.” Jacinta Counihan

Business confidence slowly returning to the Coast Confidence is building in the Coast’s business sector but there is still a long way to recovery as the effects of COVID-19 continue to be felt, says Business NSW Central Coast. Regional Director Paula Martin said a recent survey suggested businesses are less pessimistic about the months ahead than in the last survey

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period. “Our most recent quarterly Business Conditions Survey indicated that business conditions hit rock bottom in the June quarter, but capital spending, revenue, profit and staffing are approaching a turning point,” Martin said. “Across the Central Coast we are seeing confidence in sales, profits and importantly a need for workers, with 65 per cent of

business reporting a skills shortage, “The focus has moved from downsizing business to growing the business. “The relaxation of trading restrictions appears to have provided welcome relief for the most impacted sectors. “Retail, accommodation and food services businesses are telling me they are fully booked

or as busy as Christmas, which is a welcome turnaround from early in the year.” However, Martin said the costs of Covid-19 were “biting hard”. “Opening during restrictions is costing close to double in some areas like marketing, transport, energy, internet and cleaning,” she said. “The outbreak in Victoria has

clearly impacted border communities and put in doubt what could otherwise have been an even stronger recovery. “Subsequent restrictions have impacted business confidence. “Businesses have entered a cost cutting phase and this reaffirms the need for urgent action on the recommendations made in our Back on Track report which outlined a COVID-

recovery plan to steady the economy and protect jobs. “Governments should continue to work closely with industry to minimise the spread of COVID-19 and to avoid a further round of crippling restrictions which would further hurt the economy.” Source: Media release, Aug 18 Business NSW Central Coast

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Gosford Petbarn raises over $3,000 for seeing eye dogs Gosford Petbarn has raised over $3,125 to go towards breeding, training and caring for Seeing Eye Dogs (SED). Petbarn Foundation’s National Seeing Eye Dogs Appeal will see 15 puppies commence their two-year training process to become companions to visually impaired citizens after raising $775,000 in July, surpassing the target by $275,000. Petbarn Gosford Store Manager, Amelia Bennett, said she was grateful for the donations from customers despite the pressures COVID-19 has already placed upon the community. “We’re extremely grateful to everybody that donated what they could to this great cause,” Bennett said. “We know 2020 has been a challenging year for so many people, yet our customers continue to amaze us with their generosity. “The money raised will go towards helping Australians who are blind or have low

Gosford Petbarn has raised more than $3000 to help with guide dog training

vision retain their independence and mobility. “Thanks to our local Gosford customers, 15 Seeing Eye Dogs puppies will be trained to provide companionship and special assistance to people who need it most.”

The Petbarn Foundation’s partner, Royal Canin, contributed $50,000 towards the appeal and Vision Australia held its first-ever ‘Seeing Eye Dogs Puppy Games’ to help raise awareness and funds. Vision Australia Seeing Eye Dogs General Manager, Graeme

Craig, said it costs more than $50,000 to train a SED. “It takes a lot of expertise, time, love, patience and funding to raise these special dogs that will one day provide the gift of independence,” Craig said. “For the right person, these

highly trained dogs help them move confidently and navigate obstacles with much more reliability and safety. “Our partnership with the Petbarn Foundation is integral to raising funds so that even more Seeing Eye Dogs pups can complete the extensive

training they require. “We’re overwhelmed with how much has been raised for this year’s appeal. Source: Media release, Aug 17 Seeing Eye Dogs Vision Australia

Small business grants to generate energy cost savings Small businesses on the Coast can apply for up to $20,000 to help reduce their energy bills, thanks to $9M in Federal grants now available under the Government’s Energy Efficient Communities Program. Businesses with an annual turnover of less than $10M can

apply for a grant to upgrade equipment to reduce energy consumption, invest in monitoring systems to better manage energy use and conduct energy audits to investigate other opportunities for efficiency. Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks, said small businesses are the lifeblood of the Central Coast and the backbone of the

Australian economy. “These grants will help small businesses reduce their power bills, which will ease financial pressure during these tough economic times,” Wicks said. “Providing support to unlock energy savings in their operations will only add to the resilience of these businesses. “Small businesses are key to getting the economy back on

track as Australia responds to the impact of COVID-19.” Minister for Energy and Emissions Reduction, Angus Taylor, said the grants build on other Government policies like retail price caps that are already delivering lower energy costs for small business owners. “To ensure an equitable distribution of funding across

Australia, up to three grants per electorate will be awarded to eligible small businesses,” he said. The Energy Efficient Communities Program was announced as part of the Government’s Climate Solutions Package in the 2019 Federal Budget. The Government is also offering free advice to help

small businesses and their representatives get better energy deals and increase their energy efficiency through the Business Energy Advice Program (BEAP). Further information is available at energy.gov.au. Source: Media release, Aug 20 Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks

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Affordable child care key to averting a “pink recession” say working mums With 54 per cent of the region’s workforce being women, the Central Coast could well be on the way to a possible “pink recession”, said Business NSW Central Coast Regional Director, Paula Martin. Martin was responding to a call from The Parenthood, a community of mums and dads working together to create positive change for kids, for more quality affordable early learning education and child care to keep mums in the workforce as the impacts of COVID-19 continue to be felt. An announcement from the State Government on August 20 that it will extend COVID-19 relief funding for community and mobile preschools to the end of Term Four is welcome, but more needs to be done. “We have over 35,000 working mothers in the region contributing valuable skills and knowledge to the economy and with this number of working mothers exceeding the state’s average, we need to ensure that the appropriate support and measures are in place to

support this growing cohort of local workers,” Martin said. “Healthcare, hospitality and retail are the largest employers of females on the Central Coast and these industries have been the hardest hit by COVID-19 restrictions. “Over the last decade we have also seen a marked increase in jobs for women in professional services, clerical and administrative roles and this increase coincides with more females obtaining diplomas and degrees. “Female participation is an important part of our local recovery strategy. “The region is still suffering from chronic skills shortages in traditional trades and growing industries like advanced manufacturing and high tech. “Helping women to pursue fulfilling careers in these industries not only fills these gaps but we will also see new industry innovation emerge as female owned start-ups are on the rise thanks to easy access to technology and low barriers to launch. “Smart businesses across

the globe are going beyond flexible work arrangements to offer modern work practices more in line with working mothers and families. “If we can get the balance right between this and sustainable child care options, we will be well on our way to economic recovery.” Nathalie Ainsworth of Ainsworth Accounting Solutions based at Tuggerah said caring for three small

children while keeping her business afloat during the pandemic had been “a struggle”. With one child in Year Three and twins who began Kindergarten this year, Ainsworth said home schooling had presented huge challenges. She said she had kept the children at home during the period of social isolation, feeling that she did not classify as an essential worker.

“I also didn’t want to expose my children to the virus so, at that stage, sending them to school was not an option,” she said. “My twins had just started school this year and having to try to teach them to read and write as well as run my business was extremely trying. “A lot of my clients were relying on me in those tough times for advice on how they could access government help and I had to constantly watch the news to keep abreast of developments I needed to advise them on. “It was a very tough time, but most of my clients were understanding.” Ainsworth said she had welcomed the resumption of school and organised sport. “It was hard when they had no real outlet for exercise,” she said. “And it’s still sad that as parents we can’t actually walk them into the school grounds, but things certainly feel a lot more normal now and things are easier.” Ainsworth said she felt more

help with childcare would definitely be a help to the working women of the Coast. For those with school aged children, she said, a compromise on school hours could be helpful. “It’s difficult when women who normally work until 5 have to pick up children, sometimes from different schools, around 3,” she said. That situation was exacerbated, she said, for those who had previously relied on grandparents to help with after school care and now found that avenue closed because of COVID-19. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said providing free preschool throughout Term Four was one of the ways the State Government is working to take the pressure off families during COVID-19. “Our Government is pulling every economic lever available to create new job opportunities, keep people in jobs and support the community at this difficult time,” Crouch said.

Call for NSW Women of the Year Award nominations

2019 Local Woman of the Year Nada Potter (second from left) with Premier Gladys Berejiklian (far left), Terrigal MP, Adam Crouch, and then Minister for Women, Tanya Davies

Nominations are now open for the 2021 NSW Women of the Year Awards and Parliamentary Secretary for the Centra Coast, Adam Crouch, is inviting entries.

Crouch said the awards help to share the stories of inspirational women across NSW. “2020 has been a difficult year for everyone in NSW, and on the Central Coast we have been confronted with the triple whammy of bushfires, flooding and COVID-19,” he said. “Our community is facing many challenges, but it is important to acknowledge and thank inspirational local women. “In previous Women of the Year Awards women from the

Central Coast like businesswoman Suzy Miller, nurse Steph Forster, philanthropist Yvonne Crestani, firefighter Tanya Deger, psychologist Nada Potter and founder of Free Trade Day Yvette Wilson have been recognized for their work. “There are just four weeks to make a nomination for the 2021 NSW Women of the Year awards and I am calling on everyone to consider who they can nominate.” Minister for Women, Bronnie Taylor, said two new categories of awards had been created, including the One to Watch category which recognises rising stars in NSW. “This category is about celebrating a group of girls from seven to seventeen who

are emerging as future leaders through their acts of kindness, strength and determination,” Taylor said. The 2021 award categories are The Premier’s Award for Woman of the Year, NSW Woman of Excellence, NSW Community Hero, NSW Young Woman of the Year, NSW Regional Woman of the Year, NSW Aboriginal Woman of the Year, and NSW One to Watch Award. Winners will be announced at a ceremony on March 10, 2021, at the International Convention Centre, Sydney. For more information, go to: www.women.nsw.gov.au. Source: Media release, Aug 17 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

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Submissions closing on controversial Terrigal proposal Submissions close today, August 21, on a controversial boarding house proposal close to one of Terrigal’s busiest intersections. The application, for a site at 59 Terrigal Dr, close to the major intersection with Charles Kay Dr, is for a single-storey dwelling comprising nine units and one common room. It would include four onebedroom and five studio dwellings each with its own kitchen, laundry, bathroom and private open space. The development is expected to attract a variety of tenants from mature aged single adults to mature aged couples and younger single working professionals. Dozens of submissions protesting the proposal have been received, with the major concerns cited including loss of amenity, possible social issues, traffic congestion on an already busy street, proximity to schools and elderly residences.

A plan of the proposed boarding house submitted with the application

Loss of privacy and inadequate parking. “Traffic coming down Charles Kay Dr often transfers quickly to the left-hand lane on Terrigal Dr, out the front of this property, to place themselves in a position to turn left into Brunswick Rd,” one submission says.

“Building a nine- unit boarding house on this site will create a dangerous ingress/ egress situation onto a busy road. “Brunswick Road is already busy with school drops offs and U-turns are commonplace. Another submission suggests the lack of an on-site manager

could lead to anti-social behaviour from tenants. But an Statement of Environmental Effects (SEE) lodged with the DA say the development constitutes in-fill affordable housing under the provisions of State Environmental Planning Policy (Affordable Housing) 2009.

Proximity to bus routes make the site suitable for such development, the SEE says. It is also consistent with the Central Coast Council Affordable Housing Strategy, designed to address affordable housing in the region by providing a “fair and inclusive region, where everyone has

access to affordable and sustainable housing”. “The provision of smaller studio, one and two-bedroom dwellings is the main way that lower cost housing can be provided through the private market,” the SEE says. The proposal includes the provision of six parking spaces and one disabled access space, which exceeds requirements under the State Environmental Planning Policy (SEPP) Affordable Housing, it says. It says privacy impacts are mitigated through the fact that the proposed development is single storey and surrounding properties are generally twostoreys. “The incorporation of full height blade walls between each respective balcony of each unit provide privacy between tenants,” the SEE says. Source: Central Coast Council DA tracker

Council acts on Auditor General recommendations Central Coast Council has agreed to engage an external consultant to check that an internal repayment of $13.2M went to the correct infrastructure categories within its developer contributions plans. This is one of 13 recommendations Council has accepted from the NSW Auditor General on improving internal controls over developer contributions. The $13.2M was paid from Council’s internal administration funds after Council discovered the former Gosford Council had been using the funds incorrectly. Central Coast Council reported the offence to the Audit Office in 2019. Since then, Council was one of four NSW councils, along

with Blacktown, Liverpool and Sydney City - the four with the most developer contributions in their coffers – to be subject to a NSW Auditor General audit into council governance and internal controls over developer contributions. Central Coast Council CEO Gary Murphy wrote to the auditor in April accepting all the report’s recommendations but asked for a time extension on some. Council is currently reviewing and consolidating more than 50 contributions plans inherited through amalgamation, 47 of which are more than five years old. The audit noted that many of these inherited plans covered relatively small geographic areas. “The fragmented nature of the plans means that, in some cases, quite small balances

can remain unused for a long time while Council waits for sufficient contributions to build up so that infrastructure specified in the contributions plans can be delivered,” the audit report said. “Multiple plans covering small areas, some overlapping, makes it difficult for developers to know which contributions plan applies and how much they must pay.” Upon amalgamation in May 2016, Central Coast Council inherited a combined Local Infrastructure Contributions (LIC) balance of $89.6M from the former two councils. Since amalgamation, the balance has been increasing and at June 30, 2019, it had reached $194M. During that period, LIC contributions collected (including works-in-kind and land) have averaged $33M per

year against an average expenditure of $7M per year. “An increasing balance with relatively low expenditure represents infrastructure that developers have paid for, but which the community has not received,” the report said. In August 2017, Central Coast Council engaged expert assistance to consolidate these plans and develop a framework and policies for the amalgamated Council going forward. The new consolidated contributions plan is not expected to be ready until the middle of 2021. Council has agreed to consolidate existing plans, ensuring the new plans include a regular review cycle but, again, asked for a December 2021 deadline. It will develop a formal charter

for the developer contributions committee and increase the seniority of membership of the committee. It will also complete and adopt Council’s works-in-kind policy currently under development, ensuring it addresses probity risks during negotiations with developers. It has agreed to mitigate risks associated with lack of independence in valuations of works-in-kind and dedicated land and improve public reporting about expenditure of cash collected under voluntary planning agreements (VPAs). Murphy acknowledged that transparency could be improved by being more specific in information available to the public about local infrastructure contributions works planned and underway, including intended use of contributions collected under

VPAs. Council said it welcomed the findings of the Performance Audit and had begun to implement the recommendations. “Since amalgamation, Council has been working hard to review and consolidate the many existing Development Contribution Plans of the two former Councils so that they provide the local community and developers with the same confidence and level of transparency that has now also been recommended in this latest report,” a spokesperson said. “This is confirmation that Council is on the right path with our preferred transparency and governance model.” Merilyn Vale

Council Land Transactions Policy opens for submissions Central Coast Council’s first region-wide draft Land Transaction Policy, consolidating the policies of the former Gosford and Wyong councils, is now on public exhibition. Council’s Executive Manager of Innovation and Futures, Ricardo Martello, said the

document will provide contemporary, clear and consistent guidelines for Council’s management of land transactions across the whole region. “The consolidated policy provides a framework for Council which will inform decisions and directions regarding Council’s property

portfolio in a consistent manner across the Local Government Area and in accordance with relevant legislation,” Martello said. “The former Wyong Council and the former Gosford Council both had similar land and property transaction policies. “This draft policy allows for both former policies to be

brought together and remove any areas that were unclear or contradictory. “The draft policy also allowed an opportunity to update policy guidelines to current best property and land management practices.” Mayor Lisa Matthews said the draft policy was another move towards consistent policy

direction across the region in all areas of Council business. “Council staff have been working hard since the amalgamation of the two former councils, to review and develop consolidated policies for the one Central Coast region to not only provide fair governance but to create a framework which is

contemporary and relevant,” Cr Matthews said. The draft policy is available on Council’s website with comments welcome until September 11. Source: Media release, Aug 13 Central Coast Council

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Former Broadwater Hotel set to be demolished The old Broadwater Hotel site in the main street of Gosford is once again set to be demolished, says Central Coast Council. The original demolition tender for the site, also known as the Cadillac Club, located at 55-57 and 59-71 Mann Street, was withdrawn earlier this year. This followed Council’s decision to defer the adoption of the 2020/21 Operational Plan and Budget, at the Extraordinary Meeting of June 29. However, once the budget was formally adopted at the

Ordinary Meeting of July 27, the tender was able to be reissued and is currently advertised, a council spokesperson said. “Fencing was erected around the site to deter further breakin and squatting incidents,” the spokesperson said. A Notice of Motion at the Ordinary Meeting of August 10 proposed an unfunded addition to the current scope of the demolition tender. It recommended that Council staff investigate the provision of interim carparking spaces on the site, upon completion of the demolition.

“Consideration of this Notice of Motion has been deferred by Council to the Ordinary Meeting of August 24,” a council spokesperson said. Council said if the councillors wanted parking on the site, they would need to nominate what items they would want to remove from the operational plan for this financial year. Staff recommended councillors consider the matter of parking as part of the formal quarterly review process of the budget to ensure consistency and transparency. The site of the former Broadwater Hotel in Mann St

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LPP approves controversial Koolewong development A controversial mixed use development at Koolewong has been approved by the Central Coast Local Planning Panel, despite more than 50 submissions objecting to the proposal. The panel approved the development application at a supplementary meeting on August 10. Located at 34-36 Brisbane Water Dr, opposite Koolewong railway station, the development comprises commercial premises on the western part of the site, facing Brisbane Water Dr, a residential flat building located over basement car parking on the

An artist’s impression of the recently-approved Koolewong development

central part of the site and an area of communal open space adjoining Couche Park and

Brisbane Water to the rear. The residential building will be three storeys high, with a

recessed penthouse level and will contain 15 units; five onebedroom units, six two-

bedroom units; and four threebedroom units. It will sit behind the retail premises, with an orientation towards Brisbane Water to maximise views and a pedestrian walkway to Brisbane Water Dr. A basement carpark under the building will provide parking for 29 vehicles. Objections to the proposal included: concern over stormwater run-off in an already flood-prone area; traffic congestion, with two bus stops often used by schoolchildren close by; overshadowing and loss of privacy for adjoining properties;

excessive noise; and excessive height and floor space ratios. Some objectors said the development was a gross over development and out of character with the area, and others were concerned with possible impacts on public use of Couche Park. Following some variations in height and floor space ratios, the Panel said it was satisfied that the development would be in the public interest and was consistent with the objectives for development within the zone. It was approved unanimously. Terry Collins

Council protests changes aimed at accelerating LPP approval processes Central Coast Council will protest changes to Local Planning Panels affecting the local panel which now makes the bulk of development application (DA) decisions that councillors once made. The Local Planning Panel, which started making decisions on the Coast in June, now has increased powers which took effect from August. These powers include the panel not needing to hold meetings in public if DAs have not attracted public submissions. Also, the panel can call on applicants to attend meetings to give details of their proposals. Deputy Mayor Jane Smith said the new rules provided less public scrutiny to development applications, potentially giving local people less of a voice.

Cr Smith found to her surprise that she had enough support from councillors to get her recommendations adopted at the August 10 meeting. She was supported by ALP councillors Jillian Hogan, RIchard Mehrtens, Doug Vincent and independents Chris Holstein and Louise Greenaway. As a result, Council will write to NSW Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Rob Stokes and Premier Gladys Berejiklian to express its concern about the changes to the operations of the planning panels which have the aim of speeding up determinations of development applications. Council will also submit a motion to the LGNSW Annual Conference which reflects these concerns. As of August 1, the changes require panels to make determinations within two

weeks of being provided an assessment report and to hold a public meeting only where the DA has attracted 10 or more unique submissions by way of objection. At the Chair’s discretion, applicants are now allowed to attend a briefing, along with Council staff, to explain complex matters or present confidential or commercially sensitive material. Panel Chairs are now obliged to work with Councils to ensure key issues are addressed during assessment in order to minimise deferrals by the panels at the determination stage. The panels are now required to provide reasons for deferring a decision and to set timeframes in which any additional information must be provided in order to finalise the determination. The new rules allow panel

Chairs the ability to require a Council to report a DA to the panel within four weeks for determination if the application has experienced unreasonable delays in excess of 180 calendar days from lodgement. The new rules have already taken effect on the Central Coast. The local planning panel dealt with a DA for 15 units at Koolewong at a supplementary meeting after deferring a decision three weeks earlier. The supplementary meeting was not public. The panels hold their meeting currently on zoom and only remain open to the public to hear public submissions. The panel then deliberates behind closed doors and its decisions are uploaded onto the Council website within a week. Cr Smith said the new rules, which have the aim of speeding

up determinations of development applications, have potentially damaging consequences for community input. The panel has been meeting twice a month since June after it was voted in by the council in May. At the time, Cr Smith said the planning panel was being imposed on the area and the Council did not want it. She said when she was Mayor, she and the Newcastle Mayor went to the Department of Planning and demonstrated that both councils were meeting their obligations on planning. The Local Planning Panel is an independent panel of qualified people to review and assess DAs. It meets fortnightly on a rotating roster with at least one Chair, two experts, and one community representative at

each meeting. The Chair, who has expertise in law or in government and public administration, is appointed by the Minister of Planning. The two independent experts with expertise in at least one area of planning, architecture, heritage, environment, urban design, economics, traffic and transport, law, engineering, tourism or government and public administration, are appointed by Council from a pre-selected list of experts provided by the Department of Planning. The representative of the local community is selected via expressions of interest from interested representatives of the local community who have a demonstrated understanding and experience in similar or related fields to the experts. Merilyn Vale

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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. The consents are available for public inspection, without charge, at Central Coast Council offices in Gosford and Wyong, during business hours. No

Date

Address

Suburb

Proposed Development

55466/2018

04-08-2020

137 Cape Three Points Rd

AVOCA BEACH

58654/2020

31-07-2020

181 Cape Three Points Rd

Dwelling Additions / Alterations, Carparking & Swimming Pool Inground (Amended Application)

AVOCA BEACH

Dwelling Additions to Existing Dwelling

58947/2020

06-08-2020 172 The Round Dr

AVOCA BEACH

Swimming Pool (Other)

642/2020

05-08-2020 57 Bundeena Rd

BERKELEY VALE

Dwelling

573/2020

06-08-2020 29 Bundilla Pde

BERKELEY VALE

Home Business - Commercial Kitchen

651/2020

07-08-2020 22 Forest Oak Pl

BERKELEY VALE

Dwelling & Retaining Wall

724/2020

05-08-2020 25 McKellar Bvd

BLUE HAVEN

Shed

500/2020

06-08-2020 39 Charmhaven Ave

CHARMHAVEN

58655/2020

06-08-2020 22A Vista Ave

COPACABANA

58519/2020

03-08-2020 52 Emora Ave

DAVISTOWN

46797/2014

31-07-2020 33A Serpentine Rd

ERINA HEIGHTS

58627/2020

05-08-2020 5 Lowanna Ave

FORRESTERS BEACH

58518/2020

31-07-2020 104 Lowanna Ave

FORRESTERS BEACH

128/2020

217 Peach Orchard 07-08-2020 Rd

656/2020

05-08-2020 87 Glenning Rd

FOUNTAINDALE GLENNING VALLEY

Deck & Shed

New Side Fencing & Front Fencing with Gate

Addition to Existing Dwelling

Swimming Pool & Deck & Shed (Amended Application)

Dwelling House (New) (Within Existing Dual Occupancy)

Dwelling House (New) & Demolition of Existing Structure

Alterations & Additions to Existing Workshop (Amended Application) Inground Pool

632/2020

05-08-2020 9 White Fig Dr

GLENNING VALLEY

569/2020

05-08-2020 9 Southfork Dr

GLENNING VALLEY

New Dwelling, Retention of the Existing Dwelling as a Secondary Dwelling & Inground Swimming Pool

602/2020

05-08-2020 71 Bundeena Rd

GLENNING VALLEY

Dwelling

485/2020

05-08-2020 180 Sunrise Ave

HALEKULANI

708/2020

05-08-2020 48 Jasper Ave

HAMLYN TERRACE

38/2020

06-08-2020 3 Iain Cl

HAMLYN TERRACE

721/2020

06-08-2020 15 Galleon St

HAMLYN TERRACE

Dwelling

Alterations & Additions

Swimming Pool

Centre Based Child Care Facility (Early Childhood Education Service) & Attached Managers Residence

Dwelling

56777/2019

Lot 103 DP1184322 31-07-2020 Hawkesbury River

HAWKESBURY RIVER Telecommunications Tower

56840/2019

31-07-2020

HAWKESBURY RIVER Telecommunications Tower

557/2020

05-08-2020 21 Brooke Ave

KILLARNEY VALE

619/2020

07-08-2020 128 Wyong Rd

KILLARNEY VALE

Use as a Barber Shop (Shop 6)

59056/2020

05-08-2020 16 Edmondson Cr

KINCUMBER

Dwelling House (New)

55075/2018

03-08-2020 69 Williams Rd

KULNURA

Lot 104 DP1184338 Hawkesbury River

04-08-2020 3 Miller Rd

TERRIGAL

07-08-2020 44 Wycombe Rd

TERRIGAL

New Swimming Pool & Cabana

05-08-2020 8 Tuggerah Pde

THE ENTRANCE

Carport

535/2020

07-08-2020 30 Curtis Pde

THE ENTRANCE NORTH

New 2 Storey Dwelling & Detached Secondary Dwelling

804/2019

07-08-2020 70 Hansens Rd

TUMBI UMBI

Alterations & Additions (Amended Application)

628/2020

07-08-2020 8 Bangalow Cl

TUMBI UMBI

Garage, Carport & Shed

57880/2020

07-08-2020 16 Wairakei Rd

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1515/2018

07-08-2020

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07-08-2020 14 Watanobbi Rd

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54335/2018

31-07-2020 12 Dell Rd

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241/2019

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53784/2018

31-07-2020 45 Hillview St

WOY WOY

57977/2020

31-07-2020 21 McMasters Rd

WOY WOY

57951/2020

03-08-2020 24 Dalton St

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666/2020

07-08-2020 29 Pollock Ave

WYONG

Dwelling & Shed

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508/2020

07-08-2020 13 Lucca Rd

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356/2020

06-08-2020 25 - 31 Railway Rd WARNERVALE

58685/2020

Address

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762/2020

1 Dulmison Ave

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58174/2020

05-08-2020 128 Matcham Rd

MATCHAM

54230/2018

03-08-2020 107A Carrington St

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03-08-2020 2 Sutton Cl

NIAGARA PARK

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05-08-2020 33 Pierce St

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Swimming Pool Inground & Deck

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Dwelling House (New) (Amended Application)

Single Storey Dwelling with Attached Secondary Dwelling

58631/2020

31-07-2020 14 Francis Rd

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58738/2020

06-08-2020 25 Ocean St

NORTH AVOCA

Boundary Front Fence & Automated Gate

58469/2020

31-07-2020 22 Orinda Ave

NORTH GOSFORD

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638/2020

06-08-2020 2 Old Footts Rd

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58381/2020

05-08-2020 2 Nioka Ave

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58670/2020

06-08-2020 11 Malumba Ave

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58653/2020

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ST HUBERTS ISLAND Dwelling Addition

58446/2020

31-07-2020 45 Bluefish Cr

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Single 2 Storey Dwelling House with Attached Garage & Retaining Walls (Amended Application)

Proposed Development

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59061/2020

Alterations & Additions to Existing Dwelling including Double Garage

Secondary Dwelling (Amended Application)

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58618/2020

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30 Hillcrest St

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59083/2020

31-07-2020 872 Pacific Hwy

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31-07-2020 42 Wycombe Rd

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Address

57752/2019

91 Glennie St

Suburb NORTH GOSFORD

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Boarding House (Amended Application) Applicant - Nido Urbano Pty Ltd

Integrated Development

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Address 31 Aldenham Rd

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43 Lot Subdivision to Create 40 Residential Lots, 1 Public Reserve, 1 Detention Basin & 1 Residue Lot (Amended Application) Applicant - Group Development Services Pty Ltd. The application has been made for the development consent under the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979. Approval is also sought from NSW Rural Fire Service.

Central Coast Council is required to comply with the requirements of the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2019 which requires submissions on Development Applications to be published on Council’s website. In order to maintain privacy, all submissions lodged using Council’s DA Submission Form or online portal will have personal contact details and signature redacted. Submissions received not using Council’s DA Submission Form or via the online portal will be published in full. Your submission may also be reproduced in full in Council reports or in Court proceedings.

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Immunity series: Lifestyle hacks for super-immunity

Georgia Lienemann

Part 2: Laughter Yoga Last week’s cold shower technique is too commonly relegated to the too-hard basket by beginners. They tend to underestimate the gain:pain ratio. If you’re still on the fence, just know that I’m yet to meet someone who committed and had regrets! This week’s strategy, laughter yoga, which for the uninitiated is the practice of laughing intentionally for no particular reason, draws resistance for the opposite reason. People mistake its simplicity for inefficacy. If the ‘no pain, no gain’ adage bears any truth, what could be the point of such silliness?

Why bother, exactly? Well the current research is beginning to show that laughter, regardless of whether it’s genuine or forced, has some serious potential in terms of modulating the immune system, improving mood and reducing pain and stress. What’s noteworthy, especially in the midst of flu season, is that laughter has been shown to up-regulate the genes associated with our immune response, in particular, natural killer (NK) cell activity. NK cells exist to destroy tumours and viruses, even those we don’t have antibodies for which is not unhelpful in the current times. Laughter also mitigates the effects of stress, boosting the secretion of growth hormone, which enhances immune reactivity and reduces stress hormones, cortisol and ephinephrine, which suppress our immune response. Chemotherapy patients who undertook the laughter therapy during treatment in hospital showed significantly higher immunity levels. Another promising area of research is mental health. Laughter yoga is not only valuable in the treatment of depression, but very effective in decreasing anxiety. One study of IBS patients showed it to be more effective than anti-anxiety medication. This technique has also been shown to improve pain tolerance, decrease fatigue and is an effective adjunct therapy in the treatment of addiction.

How-to guide: I found a fascinating systematic review and meta-analysis from 2019 which concluded that ‘simulated’ laughter, the type we aim to generate in a Laughter Yoga session, is in fact more effective than spontaneous laughter. We all know how good we feel following the latter. It’s good to know that these intentional laughing sessions, as utterly ridiculous as they seem, offer even greater benefits. So, if you’re yet to try it, a face-to-face laughter yoga session is the best way to get started. However, if you’re feeling bashful, and let’s face it, it can be confronting to generate faux laughter in a roomful of strangers,

practical instructional videos can be located with a quick YouTube search. Although, thinking about it, I’m not sure which would be more humiliating for a beginner, the aforementioned public scenario, or maintaining self-respect after attempting to fake laugh at home alone, at the generic directive of aYouTube instructor. I can assure you that neither of these options seem anywhere near as absurd once you’ve experienced the benefits of these sessions firsthand. However, for those too hesitant to try either, especially those with young children that need entertaining anyway, simply try pacing around the living room simulating laughter until the real stuff takes hold. Continue until you’re feeling fabulous. It’s really that simple. Georgia Lienemann

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Local Health District recognises outstanding contributors The Central Coast Local Health District has recognised the outstanding contributions and achievements of their own through its inaugural Caring for the Coast Awards. The awards encourage and celebrate staff who exemplify excellence and who go above and beyond in their roles. District Chief Executive, Dr Andrew Montague, said it was his privilege and pleasure to launch the awards in such an unprecedented time to be a health worker. “The situation with COVID-19 has once again highlighted the incredible work and dedication of our staff and reinforced the importance of taking the time to celebrate their achievements,” Dr Montague said. “We are fortunate to have many passionate and dedicated professionals working across our services and these awards allow us to highlight some of their hard work and achievements. “Nominations in each of the 10 categories poured in from right across the District, with a diverse range of clinical, nonclinical,hospitalandcommunitybased submissions. “The quality of nominations was outstanding and meant that the judging panel had an incredibly difficult time shortlisting the finalists.” Dr Montague said.

Jess Hagan

Jessica Hagan is the Deputy Director at Wyong Hospital Pharmacy and was the District’s first awardee, taking out The Emerging Leader Award. Dr Montague said Hagan earned the award for being an inspiring leader who is dedicated to supporting the development of others. “In her role, Jess has fostered Wyong Hospital Pharmacy team’s shared vision of collaboration and a strong focus on patient care. “Her ability to build positive relationships is demonstrated throughsignificantimprovement in culture survey scores, service performance measures and the high number of improvement projects and educational activities,” Dr Montague said.

regular stakeholder liaison, occurred over a six-month period leading up to the big day, the Black Start Test.

Michael Swabb

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Aimee Petersen

The Outstanding Leadership Award went to Aimee Petersen, Medical Team Leader Pharmacist at Wyong Hospital Pharmacy. “Aimee is seen by her staff, peers and managers as an exemplary leader in her role and is known to go above and beyond in all aspects of her work. “She builds a positive workplace culture through leading by example and encouraging the department to run as a cohesive team with shared goals of patient safety,” Dr Montague said. Petersen also pioneered a Medical Team Leader role and was instrumental in embedding this successful reconfigured service model across the whole department, which led to an increase in the number of patients that were provided a pharmaceutical review within 24 hours of admission and this change has been maintained for more than two years.

John Daven

The Volunteer of the Year

Award went to John Daven, Chairperson of the District’s Prostate Cancer Support Group. A prostate cancer survivor dedicated to volunteering his time and sharing his personal experience to help other men on their own prostate cancer journey, Daven has been at the helm of the Support Group for seven years. “John not only gives his time and effort, but his heart and soul to the role. “Coming to every meeting highly prepared, John makes it a priority to welcome new members and make them feel comfortable, supported and heard,” Dr Montague said.

the District, Renee often fulfils the dual role of Shift Coordinator and Charge Nurse [and] is a strong advocate for mental health, always available to support colleagues as a mentor and friend. “Among her many contributions, she is known for the notes she leaves around the ward that contain inspiring phrases and affirmations, building her colleagues’ self esteem and creating a positive atmosphere, even when she isn’t around,” he added.

Yerin and CCLHD staff have worked together to provide a truly integrated dental service to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, with feedback from patients overwhelmingly positive,” Dr Montague said. The service also works in partnership with the University of Newcastle’s Ourimbah Oral Health Clinic.

The Black Start Testing Team

Yerin dental clinic workers

Renee Grieve

Renee Grieve is a Registered Nurse who works at Gosford Hospital’s Inpatient Unit K4. The Woongarrah local picked up the Belinda Collier Award for exemplifying the collaborative and supportive attributes of the District’s former Executive Director of Workforce and Culture and award namesake, the late Belinda Collier. “Renee is the type of colleague that can improve any shift through her inspirational presence. “In a challenging, high-paced acute surgical ward, creating and maintaining a positive workplace culture is no mean feat. “But Renee succeeds by tackling issues with a purpose,” Dr Montague said. “No stranger to leadership roles throughout her career at

The Excellence in Inclusion and Diversity Award went to the oral health partnership with the District and Wyong’s Yerin Eleanor Duncan Aboriginal Health Centre. This partnership is unique across the District and in 2017, when refurbishment started on the Eleanor Duncan Medical Centre to build a two-chair dental clinic, discussions began about expanding the existing Oral Health service model by shifting resources out of hospital into the community. The partnership took a strategic approach to reducing oral health disparities between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Australians. It moved from an after-hours service providing three hours of clinic a week, to becoming a dedicated, four-day-a-week, community led clinic at Wyong, reducing barriers to access for the community. “Since the new model was implemented in October 2018,

Team of the Year went to Gosford Hospital’s Black Start Testing team. Led by Maintenance Operations, the Black Start Testing team included over 50 people from several District departments including engineering,nursing operations, emergency response, operating theatres, security, clinical engineering, ICT and fire services along with contractors, all working together to test critical infrastructure as part of the major redevelopment of Gosford Hospital. According to Dr Montague, this major undertaking allowed the District to test the capacity of the hospital’s engineering systems in the event of a major power outage, ensuring that patient care would not be compromised. All critical infrastructure was put to the test including generators, fire safety, nurse call buttons, access control systems, medication fridges, medical gases, phone switchboards and paging systems. Extensive planning, including staged investigation testing and

Recognising an employee who has made an exceptional contribution and whose work or actions have made a significant difference to patients, visitors, and/or staff, Staff Member of the Year, is arguably the award’s highest honour, and was taken out by Gosford Hospital Cancer Services Outpatients Pharmacist, Michael Swabb. “As a Pharmacy Team Leader, Michael is described by his peers as an inclusive and respectful colleague who treats everyone equally,” Dr Montague said. “Michael is very passionate about patients, talking to them and getting to know them to better cater to their needs. “It can be an overwhelming and distressing time for patients starting chemotherapy and Michael goes out of his way to make them feel as comfortable as possible. “He took a lead in a recent major interface change where the cancer care department changed operating systems. “He came in early and left late, just to make sure that the department wasn’t suffering from his absence while working on the system. “Those who work with him say they are inspired by his energy and passion, not just for pharmacy, but for the wider organisation and our patients,” Dr Montague said. Other awards on the night went to various projects, programs and campaigns carried out by District staff or in partnership with other health bodies. They included, among others, the Excellence in Research, awarded to the No CAUTI project, a research project partnership between the District and Hunter New England Local Health District that introduced a new model for bundled catheter care intervention for the prevention of catheter associated urinary tract infections. Dilon Luke

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Light the Night – Leukaemia fundraiser goes online Coasties are being invited to Light the Night on October 10 as The Leukaemia Foundation’s annual fundraiser goes online thanks to COVID-19. For the first time, Australians impacted by blood cancer are able to sign up to host a Light the Night event at home, with families in every corner of the country expected to light up the night skies from their own backyards, loungerooms and hospital wards. Already, more than 650 families from across Australia have signed up to be part of the event, with $60,000 already pledged. And the Foundation is calling for more registrations from the Central Coast. One of the first people to register was Claire Job of Jilliby, whose partner Dave Parker of Killarney Vale suffers from Chronic Lymphosidic Lymphoma and Small

Lymphocytic Lymphoma (CLL/ SLL) but is currently in remission. The couple lost a friend to blood cancer a short time ago and Job’s aunty has also had a blood cancer journey, so the annual event is very personal for them. Job, who is herself in remission from thyroid cancer, will host a small gathering at her home and is encouraging other Coasties to join her. “We had originally planned a large event at The Haven,” Job said. “We had done all the paperwork for Council and insurance and were just awaiting final approval when COVID-19 hit. “We had planned live entertainment and food stalls, culminating in the lantern walk, similar to previous years but with a few additions. “Of course, with COVID, this year it won’t happen, but the

different online format is also quite exciting.” Job will limit her home gathering to 10 people but hopes to link in with other home groups through the Leukaemia Foundation. “My birthday is the week before so instead of a birthday party we will have a gathering themed around the Leukaemia Foundation, with the blue, white and gold lanterns on full display,” she said. Leukaemia Foundation’s Supporters General Manager, Rachael Lance, said in previous years, holding a Light the Night event at a specific location, time and day had prevented some people from attending – especially those who are immunocompromised during treatment. “Now that we can all Light the Night – at home - we are thrilled that more people than ever before will be able to participate from the comfort of

their chosen location and be part of this shared moment of hope and unity,” Lance said. “It will be one national moment for the blood cancer community to come together – a family dinner party, a sunset barbeque with close friends, a twilight picnic in the backyard or bedside in hospital with a loved one... it’s up to you.” On the night, Australians are invited to light the three coloured lanterns that symbolise the different ways blood cancer has touched their life: White in honor of your own blood cancer journey; Gold in memory of a loved one lost to blood cancer; and Blue … to show your support for someone facing blood cancer. At 8pm on the night, registered participants will be able to stream the official ceremony from lightthenight.org.au or via YouTube. Terry Collins

Claire Job and Dave Parker

$30,000 raised in Dry July campaign The results are in on Central Coast Local Health District’s Dry July campaign, with around $30,000 raised for its CoastCanCare Wellness Program. The program helps patients, their families, carers and friends cope with a cancer diagnosis through access to free wellbeing programs, education and support during and after treatment. Over the years, it’s helped hundreds of Central Coast residents come out the other side of their cancer journey a little less worse for wear, but a large part of what has been achieved would not be possible without the generosity of those that participate in and support Dry July. “The program actually started in 2013 when we were invited

CoastCanCare program participants and staff members Wendy Murdoch, Val Joliffe, Jacqueline Vaughan, Marg Smee, Sue Smith, Gayle Errington

to be a part of the annual Dry July appeal. “Since then, it has gone from strength to strength thanks to the support that people have shown through Dry July as well as donations from the community. “In that regard, we are very

much run by the community for the community,” said CoastCanCare Wellness Program Coordinator, Tia Covi. With so much of the program tied to community support, Covi said COVID-19 had cast a shadow over this year’s campaign, but it appears that

the generosity of locals has stayed strong throughout the pandemic. “The amount raised is actually on par with last year’s result, which is just incredible when you think about how much people have had to contend with this year.

“People have really continued to see the value in the program, so I want to say a huge thank you to everyone who participated, supported the efforts of others, or simply made a donation,” Covi said. Aside from helping local cancer patients feel better by

doing, a unique aspect of the program is its ability to forge bonds. “We offer a lot of creative and movement classes to promote wellness and to help patient’s discover new hobbies and develop new skills, but we’ve noticed that the friendships built between patients is what’s really incredible. “Lots of lifelong friendships have been formed in our program and that’s the kind of support that can’t be replicated or faked. “We might facilitate the groups, but at the end of the day, it’s the patients that develop them and their relationships that turn them into long term successes,” Covi said. Dilon Luke

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Henry Kendall students participate in new P-TECH program

Year 9 iSTEM students enjoyed their first P-TECH session

Henry Kendall High School has kicked off its new P-TECH program. Launched at the beginning of August with the school’s Year 9 iSTEM class, the program is set to be delivered in partnership with IBM International.

It aims to establish educational pathways in local industry areas for students, including with the school’s industry partner, Central Coast Local Health District. Through the course of the program participating students will learn skills to thrive in a

rapidly changing world, rich workplace experiences, mentoring, job readiness and strong post school pathways. On August 12, students had their first mentoring session within the P-TECH IBM Immersion Mentoring Program via Zoom Virtual Meeting.

“Students were placed into 11 groups and guided by an industry mentor from the Central Coast,” said Principal, Andrew Backhouse. “The skills, knowledge and experience the mentors impart with our students will be very rewarding in terms of preparing

the students of Henry Kendall High School for workplace expectations as an employee or the process of thinking about career pathways. “Our students were also afforded the opportunity to hear from industry trained personnel and mentors on their

career journeys which was incredibly inspiring” he said. Students second mentoring session will take place on September 11. Dilon Luke

University seeks $35M in cost savings in 2021 A cloud of uncertainty continues to hang over all of the University of Newcastle’s campuses, including the Central Coast campus at Ourimbah, after the University confirmed that it has failed to reach an agreement with unions over salary measures aimed at reducing the financial impact of COVID-19. In July, the University forecasted a $58M reduction in revenue for 2020, with $35M in

savings needed to be found in 2021. Several cost saving measures were also confirmed as part of that announcement, including the consolidation of five faculties into three: Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment; Faculty of Education and Arts; Faculty of Business and Law; Faculty of Science; and, Faculty of Health and Medicine. Additionally, course optimisation will see the University offer fewer courses

across all of its campuses. Measures also include protocols to reduce staff annual leave and long service leave and delays to staff salary increases and salary anniversary increments. It’s understood that August 10 was the deadline set by the University for negotiations to be finalised, with agreements reached on measures within existing Enterprise Agreements around voluntary measures related to annual leave, long service leave, purchased leave

and an early retirement scheme. However, negotiations pertaining to salary related measures to see deferral of two scheduled 2 per cent pay rises and annual pay increments until December 2021 have failed, and according to University Vice Chancellor, Professor Alex Zelinksy, it’s a disheartening outcome. “I am disappointed that unions have not supported these measures. “We have tried earnestly to find common ground in our negotiations,” VC Zelinsky said. “I genuinely believe that we were in a position to reach an agreement with the CPSU. “Unfortunately, we were unable to reach an agreement with the NTEU. “Our goal was to delay pay increases and save around $12M to $15M, which would have equated to around 120 additional jobs that could have been protected, depending on

the mix of academic, teaching, and professional staff. “We will now need to find $12-$15M in further savings through measures within our existing Enterprise Agreements,” VC Zelinksy said. It’s understood that the University will pursue these savings from restructuring, course reviews and by seeking other efficiencies across the institution. VC Zelinksy did say however that the negotiation breakdown would not lead to any job losses

for the Central Coast campus at this point in time. “The first thing we want to look at is voluntary measures such as early retirement or purchasing additional leave. “Our course review will focus on what students want. “We will look at all our degrees and programs to identify which are popular, which are successful. “At this stage, we don’t yet know what that looks like from campus to campus,” he said. Dilon Luke

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Donnica Clarke Foundation sport scholarship winners announced

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daughter Donnica, a dual Australian Surf Life Saving beach sprint and flags champion who died after a cliff fall in 2007, the Foundation awards scholarships to

Erina High to expand special education facilities in 2021 Special education on the coast is set to get a boost in 2021, with Erina High School announcing an expansion of its current offering. According to Principal, Karen Nicol, next year the school will support a special education facility and host three multicategory classes for students with learning disabilities and

other additional needs. “To date we have 18 Year 7 students enrolled, but this will be a regional resource and students will obtain a position through an application and panel process,” Nicol said. With the new unit to be housed within the school’s current infrastructure Nicol said the school was now able to appoint a Head Teacher Special Education and two

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honour Donnica by helping kids achieve their sporting goals. “Donnica was all about helping people and we feel privileged to be able to do what we do through the support of our board and wonderful sponsors,” Tony Clarke said. With this year’s scholarships now announced and Covid restrictions forcing the cancellation of the Foundation’s annual charity ball, Tony said the Foundation was now looking to hold a race day fundraiser at Gosford around November, with details to be confirmed closer to the date. 2020 Donnica Clarke Scholars are: Alyssia McGurk,

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New $45,000 bike trail to be opened MOUNTAIN BIKING Ourimbah Mountain Bike Park’s newest trail will officially open on Saturday, August 22. Spearheaded by park custodians, Central Coast Mountain Bike Club (CCMTB), the new $45,000 1.6km lower flow trail is set to combine a smooth wide trail, with pumping sections, steep berms, jumps and rollers in a downhill experience. According to CCMTB Secretary, Leif Arnebark, the new addition is designed to cater to new and intermediate riders who may not have been comfortable utilising the park’s more complex downhill trails. “The trail is basically a whole new offering within the park, with its low technical difficulty

great for new riders. “The park was lacking features that catered for less experienced riders, so with this project, we wanted to make sure that beginners had a trail that they could utilise to practice and progress,” Arnebark said. The new trail was jointly funded by the club with government grants, with Federal Member for Dobell, Emma McBride, set to cut the ribbon at the opening. “The club would like to say a big thank you to Emma for her grant support, as well as to Wyong MP, David Harris, and to our land manager’s NSW Forestry, who’ve been so supportive of the park’s growth,” Arnebark said. And with the recreational

activity’s popularity exploding since the pandemic began, Arnebark expects the new trail will get quite a workout over the next few months. “We estimate that the park has had around 800-1000 rider visits per week over winter, and we know that it’s not just locals, but also riders from Sydney and Newcastle travelling to check out its facilities. “We see this plus the influx of new riders that we’ve noted this year as proof that mountain biking is a valuable addition to the coast’s recreational, sporting and tourism sectors,” Arnebark said. As the final piece in a medley of recent upgrade works, with the trail complete, Arnebark said CCMTB was now planning for the return of competitive mountain biking events to the

park. “A lot of the club’s maintenance and development funding is raised through race hosting, so we are very keen to see races return, starting with our CCMTB Gravity Enduro on Sunday, August 23,” Arnebark said. With the opening getting underway from 11am,Arnebark said locals were welcome to come along and see some of the club’s best riders test out the new trail. “The club is very proud of how the park has progressed and everyone is welcome to come and celebrate the lower flow trail opening, provided they adhere to all instructions and physical distancing,” Arnebark said. Dilon Luke

Gosford revival foiled by late penalty to The Lakes From page 40 Ourimbah replied with a try to winger Jack Stonestreet just before the break and took much of the second half to get back on level terms. The razorbacks seemed to grow stronger as the match progressed and were able to cross for a further four tries in the second half. Best on ground for Ourimbah were lock Josefa Biu, five-eight Daniel Jones and prop Stephen Finley, while Hornsby were well by centre Brad Dixon, hooker Hosea Fotukava and lock Wes Faupaula and, despite the loss, sit just four point below the top three teams on the ladder in fourth position. Avoca Beach continued their good form to defeat the Woy Zach Doak-Stride in action for Woy Woy against Avoca Beach

Woy Lions by 37 points to 12 at Woy Woy Oval. The first half was an even affair with Woy Woy leading 1210 midway through the first half, before Avoca Beach gained the ascendency. The Sharks posted a try just prior to halftime to go to the break leading by 20 points to 12 and were then able to lay on four further tries in the second stanza to secure a comfortable victory in the end. The win by Avoca Beach moves them into fifth place on the ladder and will send a message to other clubs about their intent this season. Lock Aidan King, flanker Bradd Sheridan, centre Alex Halls and halfback Finn Mitchell all had strong games for the Sharks,

while Woy Woy were best served by flanker Corey Fleming and lock Joel Frazer. In the final game of the round, Terrigal had a relatively easy win over Kariong at Kariong Oval, running out winners by 43 points to 8. The Trojans didn’t have it all their own way in the first 20 minutes courtesy of some rugged defence from Kariong, but were soon able to assert themselves and cement their spot at the top of the competition table. This weekend promises a mouth-watering clash between The Lakes and Ourimbah. The undefeated Ourimbah will start as slight favourites, but will be facing The Lakes at home and with much to play for.

Another big match will be the clash between Terrigal and Hornsby at The Haven Oval. While Terrigal will go into this match as favourites, Hornsby will be chastened by their loss to Ourimbah and will be keen to lock in a semi-final berth. In many ways, the match between Avoca Beach and Warnervale at Heazlett Park may be the most important with both teams fighting for fifth spot. The winner will get a small break on the other in this race. In the final match of the round Gosford will host Woy Woy at Gosford Showground in what may well be an early battle to avoid the wooden spoon. Ross Barry

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Gosford revival foiled by late penalty to The Lakes RUGBY UNION Terrigal, Ourimbah and The Lakes all remain within two point of each other on the Central Coast Rugby Union (CCRU) first grade competition ladder after wins in Round 5. At Gosford showground, The

Lakes kicked a late penalty goal to secure a hard fought win over the winless Gosford Devils, winning by the narrow margin of 20 points to 17. In boggy conditions, Gosford took the early lead with a converted try to centre Josh McGlynn but it was The Lakes who gradually fought back

and, by halftime, had taken the lead by 17 points to 7. It seemed at that stage that The Lakes may go on with it, but Gosford returned fire with some great rugby and by midway through the second half had locked the scores up at 17 points apiece.

It was anybody’s match at that stage and it was only in the late stages of the game that a penalty goal that saw The Lakes prevail. Best for The Lakes were No.8 Va Talaileva, centre Tomi Kaati and flanker Reihana Hemopo. Gosford had several good

performers, but none were better than centres Sam Underwood and Josh McGlynn and flanker Ryan Conaghan. The match of the day at Mark Taylor Oval lived up to all these expectations with Ourimbah defeating Hornsby by 32 points to 12 after a close tussle throughout most of the

game. Ourimbah ran in several late tries but there was nothing between the two sides for much of the first 60 minutes, with Hornsby appearing to have the better of the first half and taking an early 12 points to nil lead.

Heart Opens maintain undefeated status NETBALL Central Coast Heart pulled off another clean sweep in the Origin Premier League Netball Competition, with both the Opens and Under 23’s taking down the Sutherland Stingrays in spectacular fashion.

The Heart served up a double dose of hurt to the Stingrays in Round 4 Photo: Netball NSW

Despite some early goal trading, the Opens were able to pull ahead of the Stingrays thanks to the efforts of their defence players, who kept the Rays at bay long enough for the

Heart to stretch out a lead. Heart Club Captain, Alisha Walsh, said the Opens’ iron defence also proved to be more instrumental the longer the game progressed, with the Rays making a handful of errors off the back of long ball plays. Having found their momentum, Walsh said the Heart continued to pile on the points as they rode out the clock. “Our lead built each quarter and Sutherland weren’t able to

gain any momentum to bring back the score line. “We then finished with a strong last quarter to win 5840 and maintain our undefeated status for the season,” Walsh said. The win sees them further entrenched atop their conference ladder with eight points, double that of the equal second placed Stingrays and Manly Warringah Sapphires. The Under 23’s match also saw the scoreline seesaw, but according to Walsh, the Heart

were able to keep a firm hold on the lead from the jump. “Our Under 23’s had a strong start to the game, keeping Sutherland to just five goals with two minutes to go in the first quarter. “They were able to maintain their lead and adjust to changes being brought onto the court, to take a strong 50-44 win, leaving them in third place in their conference,” Walsh said. Dilon Luke