COAST Community News 259 by Central Coast Newspapers

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ISSUE 259

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News

The Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre at Terrigal is set to reopen soon to the public, sporting a $1M facelift.

Spring fever

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Out&About

The Central Coast is set to rival Sydney’s CBD, with tourism in the area recording an all-time high for June and July.

Sculptor Pete Rush has paid tribute to local Author, Nina Angelo, by creating a sculpture in Cockrane Lagoon near Macmasters Beach.

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Lifestyle

Madeline Stratford at The Pecan Lady

Calls for return of Junkastic Park recycling centre The woman who helped establish and run the Junkastic Park recycling centre adjacent to Kincumber tip in the 1990s is calling for its return with the future of the waste management facility up in the air.

Trish Waddington

A Central Coast Council spokesperson said on September 1 that the tip would remain closed as Council considers options for its future. Trish Waddington of Macmasters Beach first mooted the idea of a recycling centre on the site in the ‘80s and early ‘90s, with the then Gosford Council calling for expressions of interest to operate it. Waddington helped successful tenderer Col

Wingrave establish the facility in 1994 and worked there for three years. A change of management and resultant OH&S issues saw the centre closed in the late ‘90s. In its heyday, Junkastic Park carried a huge range of secondhand goods, ranging from brica-brac to large furniture items. Not only was it a boon for local theatre groups, which made use of the facility to furnish stage sets, but it was popular with residents, many of whom furnished their homes with items obtained there. Waddington thinks the time is right for a reopening of Junkastic Park. “When the park was closed down it caused great distress,” she said.

“Not only did it save thousands of items from landfill, it inspired people to recycle, reuse and recreate.” Waddington is calling on fellow residents to lobby councillors ahead of the next Council meeting on September 14, when Councillor Jeff Sundstrom will call for a comprehensive report on the future of Kincumber tip in the face of rising community concern over its continued closure. The tip closed its gates in March, along with others in the region, in the face of coronavirus restrictions. But although Woy Woy and Buttonderry tips both reopened weeks ago, Kincumber remains off limits to the public. Continued page 4

We are blessed on the Central Coast with an almost perfect climate to grow the star of summer salads bowls – the tomato. See page 32

Sport

A little bit of history was made at Wyong Race Club over the weekend, with Rachel King becoming the first ever female jockey to claim the Wyong Cup... See page 40

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Goats no longer homeless

It’s full steam ahead on a regional library for the Gosford CBD, with designs almost complete and a development application to be lodged.

Cafés and restaurants breathe life into Gosford CBD

Bushland around Mardi Dam is the next location for bushfire hazard reduction following a controlled burn by the Rural Fire Service at Tuggerah on Saturday and Sunday, August 29 and 30.

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A herd of adventurous wild goats roaming around Ourimbah near Bangalow Creek and Sohier Park, have found a new home.

When Gosford’s new medical research institute opens its doors sometime in 2021, it will not only be a gamechanger for the CBD, but could become a global trend setter. See page 3

Out&About

Six suburbs on the Central Coast are among 450 sites statewide to have 5G coverage, Telstra announced this week..

The beach sculptures made by local, Pete Rush, have left many Central Coast residents smiling in awe, and now he hopes he will be able to continue his work...

Budgewoi’s Bryan Dorfling is getting ready to tackle his next big adventure. See page 13

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Health

Out&About

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Health

Cafes and restaurants are helping breathe life back into the Gosford CBD, with new shop fronts opening and trading hours extending into the weekend. Just some of the cafes which have made Gosford home are Baker Street Café, Bouffant Bakery, Recess and South End Social. See page 25

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Chef Daniel in Baker Street Café Greens Senator Peter Whish-Wilson, Natasha Deen and Zali Steggall.

Two confirmed COVID-19 cases on the Coast

Confirmed COVID-19 case on Central Coast A confirmed COVID-19 case on the Central Coast has prompted Central Coast Local Health District to urge commuters to be alert for COVID-19 symptoms.

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Anyone who travelled on the train services listed below is considered a casual contact and is being urged to monitor for symptoms. Anyone with symptoms should get tested immediately and self-isolate until they receive the result. The services concerned are: Monday August 24, Sydneybound train, departing Woy Woy station at 6.49am, arriving

Wynyard station at 8.05am and northbound train, departing Town Hall station at 5.31pm, arriving Woy Woy station at 6.54pm. Also, on Tuesday August 25; Sydney-bound train, departing Woy Woy station at 6.49am, arriving Gordon station at 7.36am and northbound train, departing Hornsby station at 7.53am, arriving Woy Woy station at 8.28am. The alert follows confirmation

of a COVID-19 case in a Central Coast man in his 50s, who is now in isolation. The man’s household contacts have tested negative for COVID-19 and are also in home isolation. The source of infection is a previously reported cluster in Sydney CBD. The train journeys are the only risk locations identified. There are no other exposure sites identified on the Central

Coast. Anyone with cold or flu-like symptoms such as fever, sore throat, cough or shortness of breath is urged to get tested. A walk-in COVID-19 testing clinic has been established at the Woy Woy Hospital kiosk, on Ocean Beach Rd, and will operate from August 28 to September 3 (inclusive) between 8.30am to 4pm. Central Coast Local Health District also provides COVID-19

testing at: Gosford Hospital, 75 Holden St, Monday to Friday, 9am and 5pm and 10am to 4pm on weekends. People are encouraged to book ahead on 4320 5055 although walk-in appointments are accepted. Wyong Hospital COVID Clinic, Building C (opposite the Health Services Building) 9am to 5pm every day and again, people are encouraged to book ahead on 4394 9200 although walkin appointments are accepted. Source: Media release, Aug 27 Central Coast Local Health District

Residents have the chance to name three of the region’s newest babies, with Central Coast Stadium’s residential Eastern Osprey family expanding to five. See page 17

Sport

Things just got a little more interesting in the Central Coast Rugby Union (CCRU) first grade competition with one draw, one upset and a breakthrough win. See page 39

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Two confirmed COVID-19 cases in Central Coast residents have prompted Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) to urge train commuters to be alert for COVID-19 symptoms, and if they experience any, to get tested immediately. One of the cases, a man aged in his 50s, is believed to have contracted the virus from a close contact linked to the Sydney CBD cluster, and is understood to have travelled to and from Woy Woy and Sydney via train whilst potentially infectious. Anyone who travelled on the following train services is considered a casual contact and is being urged to monitor for symptoms: Monday, August 24, Sydney-bound train, departing Woy Woy station at

6.49am, arriving Wynyard station at 8.05am; Northbound train, departing Town Hall station at 5.31pm, arriving Woy Woy station at 6.54pm; and, Tuesday, August 25, Sydneybound train, departing Woy Woy station at 6.49am, arriving Gordon station at 7.36am; Northbound train, departing Hornsby station at 7.53am, arriving Woy Woy station at 8.28am. The man is now in home isolation along with his household contacts, one of which, a teenage girl, has also contracted the virus. As the girl was already in isolation when she tested positive, the District believes that there is no risk of community exposure. Both cases are doing well with mild symptoms.

With these, the first confirmed cases in Central Coast residents residing on the coast since April, the CCLHD’s Acting Director of Public Health, Dr Katherine Todd, is encouraging residents not to be complacent with their preventative measures. “These are the first cases we’ve had in some time and residents should take it as a reminder that we’re not out of the woods yet when it comes to COVID-19. “Residents need to stay alert and aware, continue keeping non-essential travel to a minimum, avoid excessive contact with people, keep up with your hygiene practices, make sure you continue following instructions on public contact tracing such as signing in at restaurants and cafes, and above all else, make sure you

get tested if you develop Covidlike symptoms,” Dr Todd said. Dr Todd added that anyone concerned that they may have been on one of the aforementioned trains should remain calm, with the risk of exposure considered relatively low. “What we have seen from previous cases in NSW is that public transport has so far not been linked to any serious outbreaks, so it is not seen as a significant exposure risk. “Anyone who may have been in the same carriage as the patient is considered a casual contact and should keep that in mind,” Dr Todd said. Anyone with cold or flu-like symptoms such as fever, sore throat, cough or shortness of breath is urged to get tested. A walk-in COVID-19 testing

clinic has been established at the Woy Woy Hospital kiosk, on Ocean Beach Rd, and will operate until September 3, between 8.30am to 4pm. The District also provides COVID-19 testing at Gosford Hospital between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday and 10am to 4pm on weekends. People are encouraged to book ahead on 4320 5055 although walk-in appointments are accepted. Wyong Hospital COVID Clinic – Building C (opposite the Health Services Building) operates from 9am to 5pm every day. People are encouraged to book ahead on 4394 9200 although walk-in appointments are accepted there as well. Dilon Luke

Ronald McDonald House Charities’ Ride For Sick Kids is to return for its 16th instalment in September.

Letters make way for surge in parcels Member for Shortland Pat Conroy has slammed changes made recently to Australia Post services, which will see Central Coast homes receive letter deliveries only every second business day until at least next June.

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Sport

Ourimbah has retained its hold on the top spot in Central Coast Rugby Union’s First Grade Competition. See page 31

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Member for Robertson Lucy Wicks confirmed that the reduced letter deliveries had already been introduced on the Coast, as many posties become temporary parcel carriers, delivering unprecedented parcel volumes during the coronavirus pandemic. “While posties continue to deliver letters, this will temporarily change to be every second business day, or five times each fortnight,” Wicks

said. “These changes are only temporary until June 30, 2021 as part of regulatory relief during the pandemic. “The changes were brought in to help Australia Post manage unprecedented parcel volumes being sent across the country, which on some days have almost doubled, as Australians adapt to living differently under COVID-19 restrictions. “At the same time, demand for other core products, including letters, have been volatile and many have halved. “Express Post, parcels and Post Office Box mail will continue to be delivered five days a week.” But Conroy is concerned the changes will become

permanent. “Intrastate letters will now take a minimum of seven full days to arrive, up from a previous minimum of three business days,” he said. “Having mail delivered five days a week meant posties could deliver parcels every day as well. “Because of these service cuts, delivery timeframes for small to medium sized parcels could also be delayed.” Conroy said Labor had moved to disallow the changes, which he said would see invoices from small businesses across the region take longer to land in customers’ inboxes. Terry Collins

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A Woy Woy man and his daughter, a local school student, have tested positive to coronavirus.

Out&About

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Man and daughter test positive to coronavirus

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Independent Federal MP Zali Steggall has called for an end to the PEP 11 permit for offshore gas exploration as community opposition to drilling offshore on the Central Coast continues to grow.

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Hopefully, you’ve been experimenting with some of the previous immuneboosting lifestyle hacks in this series and have made it through Winter... See page 32

Sport

The Wyong Roos stared down the Cessnock Goannas for a narrow 20-18 win in Round 7 of the Newcastle Toohey’s Cup to remain undefeated on top of the ladder. See page 38

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The cases are the first in the area for five months, and bring the total number of cases reported in the 2256 postcode area to four. The man travelled from Woy Woy on trains to and from the city on Monday, August 24, and Tuesday, August 25. He left 6:49am both days, and returned to Woy Woy at 6:54pm on the Monday and at 8:28am on the Tuesday. His positive test was notified on Wednesday, August 26. NSW Health issued an alert the following day stating that people who travelled on these trains were regarded as casual contacts and “must monitor for symptoms and get tested immediately if symptoms develop”. “They must stay in isolation until they have received a negative result.” A new testing clinic opened at Woy Woy Hospital on Friday, August 28, expected to run from 8:30am to 4pm each day until Sunday, September 6. That day, NSW Health issued a further alert “strongly advising” people in the area “to refrain from visiting aged care facilities until September 12”. “Staff are also requested to wear masks when working in these facilities. “These are precautionary steps to prevent the entry of Covid-19 into this vulnerable setting.” The Peninsula’s two major aged care providers, Peninsula Villages and Blue Wave Living,

Community Group director Mr Tony Winch said he was pleased with the planned upgrades. “Many in the community use The Esplanade on a daily basis, from walkers and runners to riders. “The upgrade will provide them with a much safer and more pleasant pathway,” Mr Winch said. “This is especially true for the children and families heading to

The Entrance MP, David Mehan, has launched a petition calling on Central Coast Council to fund a footpath extension...

Tucked away in the grounds of The Entrance Community Centre is a flourishing, bright and special garden in remembrance...

The coronavirus testing clinic at Woy Woy hospital last week

August 4 and 18 to get tested for Covid-19 and isolate until a negative test result is received.” On Monday, August 31, a second confirmed case in Woy Woy was notified. Member for Terrigal Mr Adam Crouch said in a social media post that evening: “A female teenager, the daughter of the man who tested positive last week, has now contracted the virus. “She took a Covid-19 test last week which produced a negative result.

the primary school and the Umina Recreational Precinct.” Mr Winch said Central Coast Council had been supportive of the upgrade and worked closely with Transport for NSW and the State Government to acquire approvals and receive additional funding to complete the work. “The project is a terrific example of community, Council and the State Government working together to target areas that will directly improve life on the Peninsula,” Mr Winch said. Member for Gosford Ms Liesl Tesch said the community had helped with ideas for improvements, with many asking

for better pedestrian access and upgrades to amenities. “Earlier this year, I called on our community to send in their ideas for improvements and activations. “It was great to read so many different projects to make the Peninsula an even better place to live,” Ms Tesch said. She said the upgrades provided refreshed and useable pathways and promoted active and healthy living for all members of the community. SOURCE: Media statement, 26 Aug 2020 Tony Winch, Umina Community Group Media release, 20 Aug 2020 Liesl Tesch, Member for Gosford

“However, she re-developed symptoms and presented for testing a second time, which came back positive.” On Wednesday, September 2, Mr Crouch wrote: “I can confirm that the teenage female, who tested positive after her dad tested positive, is a student of the Umina campus of Brisbane Water Secondary College. “Thankfully, the student was self-isolating for all times she was infectious. “This means there is no

need to close the school or any other facilities or shops in our community. “No students or teachers from this school are considered at-risk. “Both the student and her dad are experiencing only mild symptoms and are doing well,” he said.

Deepwater Plaza centre manager Ms Marcelle Proper said that the canopy would comprise 680 solar photovoltaic panels in the “Coles carpark”, generating about 340MWh of electricity per annum. It would reduce the shopping centre’s use of grid-purchased electricity as well as the associated carbon emissions. “Our car park solar project at Deepwater Plaza will enhance the amenity for our shoppers

SOURCE: Media Release, 24 Aug 2020 Marcelle Proper, Deepwater Plaza

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More than 300 Bateau Bay residents have petitioned National Parks and Wildlife Service to protest against a proposed fence along the boundary of Wyrrabalong National Park. Residents say the fence would limit access to a popular 1.6km Coast Track, which is renowned for its spectacular views and whale watching lookouts between Bateau Bay Beach and Crackneck Point Lookout. Instead, they say, money spent on building a 500m fence would be better used on fixing the badly degraded walking track and repairing the poor state of this pocket of national park. “Bateau Bay residents recently discovered, almost by accident, that National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS)

plans to put a fence along Reserve Dve, from Rushby St to Guyagal St, to stop people gaining access to this section of the park ,” a resident, Denice Barnes, said. “Instead of wasting money on a fence that will do nothing to stop people walking in the bush, which is public land, it would be good to see some actual improvements to the walking track and some properly constructed access points,” she said. In their petition to NPWS, residents say that building a fence and blocking all entry and exit to the park along this stretch would endanger residents and visitors, restrict the access of emergency services, damage vegetation during construction and maintenance, compromise the visual amenity of the area, deplete funds that should be

used to maintain the badly degraded Coast Track and to eradicate weeds, as well as improve the health of the bushland and habitats. The 500m fence would block access to a popular side track from Reserve Dve to a lookout point near Burrawong St which has been used for more than 40 years. Main access to the track is from the Rushby St carpark and residents say blocking the Burrawong St track would only place added pressure on what would be the only other entry/ exit point, the heavily eroded Guyagal access track. They want to see properly constructed and maintained lateral access points for people to take in the spectacular views from the park. They are also concerned the NPWS has not held any

community consultation, nor provided any of the necessary information to residents, emergency services and other parties involved. Surveyors have already placed markers in preparation for building the fence. Another resident, Melinda Sheldon, said a fence would endanger residents by forcing them to walk on the road to reach either the carpark entry or Guyagal track, or the Rushby St carpark, particularly in areas where the verge is not maintained and visibility to traffic is limited. “Another problem is erosion on the main track caused by overgrown vegetation blocking a channel which once funnelled excess water out and over a cliff,” she said. “Council used to maintain that drain and it worked, but

NPWS stopped them doing that, and because it hasn’t been maintained, now the water just runs straight down the main track, eroding it, carrying soil and rocks, and causing a lot of damage and creating the hazard of exposed tree roots,” she said. “If NPWS would simply put some work into maintaining the main track, that would discourage people from cutting through the bush and eliminate the need for any fence and encourage people to use what is a wonderful asset for our community.” Barnes said the plan for the popular Coast Track is a stark contradiction to what the State Government announced last year, which was specifically aimed at improving access, picnic facilities and walking tracks. See page 4 for more

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Sculptor Pete Rush has paid tribute to local Author, Nina Angelo, by creating a sculpture in Cockrane Lagoon near Macmasters Beach.

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Madeline Stratford at The Pecan Lady

Calls for return of Junkastic Park recycling centre A Central Coast health worker has called in from Melbourne’s frontline with a stark message for locals: the Covid threat is real and still very much alive.

The woman who helped establish and run the Junkastic Park recycling centre adjacent to Kincumber tip in the 1990s is calling for its return with the future of the waste management facility up in the air.

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Sport

A little bit of history was made at Wyong Race Club over the weekend, with Rachel King becoming the first ever female jockey to claim the Wyong Cup in the 122nd running of the prestigious race. See page 40

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The Central Coast is set to rival Sydney’s CBD, with tourism in the area recording an all-time high for June and July.

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Bateau Bay residents don’t want a fence to limit access to views like this

through shaded car parking and supply the centre with renewable energy, supporting the centre’s sustainability goals,” Ms Proper said. She said that the work would include resurfacing and line marking, as well as improved pedestrian access at the Coles entrance to the shopping centre. Access to Deepwater Plaza from the car park would remain open for shoppers throughout the project which is expected to be completed in mid-November.

The Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre at Terrigal is set to reopen soon to the public, sporting a $1M facelift.

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SOURCE: Website, 27-29 Aug 2020 Health alerts, NSW Health Social media, 31 Aug 2020-2 Sep 2020 Adam Crouch, Member for Terrigal

Solar panels to shade carpark Solar panels will be used to provide shade for 103 car parking spaces for shoppers in Woy Woy.

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responded to the alert, with advice of their restrictions on visits to their facilities. On Saturday, August 29, NSW Health issued a further alert: “NSW Health is investigating whether the CBD cluster originated in the City Tattersalls Club and then spread to workplaces in the city and to households across Sydney and the Central Coast. “To assist in identifying undiagnosed earlier Covid cases, NSW Health is asking anyone who attended the Club between

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Community group welcomes shared zone grant Umina Community Group has welcomed the announcement of a $325,000 grant to create shared zone providing pedestrians priority in The Esplanade between Ocean Beach Rd and Trafalgar Ave.

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We are blessed on the Central Coast with an almost perfect climate to grow the star of summer salads bowls – the tomato. See page 32

Sport

A little bit of history was made at Wyong Race Club over the weekend, with Rachel King becoming the first ever female jockey to claim the Wyong Cup... See page 40

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Woy Woy Road upgrades a step closer

The intersection of Barrenjoey Rd, Maitland Bay Dr and Memorial Ave is one of four to be upgraded

Upgrades to four traffic choke points in Woy Woy and Blackwall are a step closer with the release on September 4 of the Community Consultation Summary Report. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, said the NSW Government was providing up to $19M to upgrade intersections along Blackwall Rd at McMasters Rd, Allfield and Farnell Rds, and the intersection of Memorial

Avenue, Barrenjoey Rd and Maitland Bay Dr. “Upgrading each of these choke points will make a big difference to drivers travelling between Woy Woy, Ettalong and suburbs on the eastern side of the Rip Bridge like Empire Bay and Kincumber,” Crouch said. “More than 18,000 motorists use these roads each day. “The proposed upgrades will improve travel times and safety for all road users, including pedestrians and cyclists.

“Earlier this year, the NSW Government invited the community to provide feedback on early designs and received a total of 30 submissions from residents and stakeholders.” “I want to thank everyone who gave their feedback which has enabled us to move ahead with this project.” Key points raised by the community included: suggestions on the design of the traffic lights at Blackwall Rd, Allfield Rd and Farnell Rd; potential impacts on other local roads and access onto

Blackwall Rd’ and the need for a raised pedestrian crossing on Blackwall Rd just south of the Victoria Rd roundabout. Transport for NSW will consider this feedback while developing the concept designs and carrying out the environmental assessment, both of which are expected to be available for community consultation in mid-2021. Source: Media release, Sep 4 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch A map showing the intersections to be upgraded

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Calls for return of Junkastic Park recycling centre From page 1 Landscaper Brendan Lewis is just one regular user of the tip who is agitating for its reopening. “Most of our work is around Terrigal and Avoca,” Lewis said. “We do a lot of garden maintenance and take all our

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we buy it back as premium soil mix. “So we are trying to do the right thing and we are being penalised with lengthy trips to the tip.” Lewis said many of his customers had said they were anxious to see the tip reopened for general waste.

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Final approval for the large Central Coast Quarter development at the southern end of Mann St, Gosford, has been granted by the Department of Planning. This follows approval of the project in recent weeks by the Independent Planning Commission, to which the application was referred due to objections raised by Central Coast Council. Council’s main objections were to the height and width of the project, which it said should be reduced. Council also suggested there should be a greater height

difference between the three towers which will form the development to reduce shadow impact Leagues Club Field and reduce the bulk, scale and visual impact when viewed from the Gosford waterfront. The Commission insisted on a reduction in bulk and scale but did not require height variation of the towers. The $150M mixed-use development will comprise 295 residential apartments, a 183-room hotel and commercial and retail space in the three towers, which will range in height from 65m to 81m. Terry Collins

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Residents encouraged to access EAPA scheme to assist with energy bills Member for Gosford, Liesl Tesch, is encouraging Coast residents to access energy rebates available through the Energy Accounts Payment Assistance (EAPA) scheme and the Seniors Energy Rebates as coronavirus restrictions see energy costs soar.

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“I’ve sadly had many conversations with members of our community about the financial difficulties they are experiencing as a result of COVID-19, and this assistance will provide economic relief for those who are struggling to pay utility bills,” Tesch said. “Unfortunately, figures have shown that the unemployment rate on the Central Coast has grown higher in the wake of COVID and I’m sure as bills filter through post boxes more locals will feel the pinch.” Tesch said if you have an electricity or natural gas account in NSW, are the account holder and currently experiencing a short-term financial crisis, and are yet to pay your energy bill, you may be eligible for an EAPA $50

voucher. “The Senior’s Energy Rebate of $200 is available for selffunded retirees who are the primary account holder for the electricity bill of their primary place of residence in NSW and have a valid Commonwealth Seniors Health Card or Department of Veterans’’ Affairs card,” she said. Tesch says many retirees had seen hikes in their energy bills because they were home more often this year. “One of the most vulnerable age groups to COVID, our seniors, have been forced to stay indoors to protect their safety which has led to them using a lot more energy,” she said. “Many retirees have since seen a considerable increase in their energy bills and I encourage you all to access this much needed financial support.” Both the EAPA scheme and the Seniors Energy Rebate are facilitated through Service NSW. Source: Media release, Sep 2 Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch

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Attention turns to long-term solution for Wamberal beachfront With emergency works to mitigate coastal erosion at Wamberal beach now complete, the focus is switching to a long-term solution for the ongoing problem, with a range of options under consideration. More than 2,300 tonnes of large basalt rocks, over 1,100 tonnes of rock bags and 4000 tonnes of sand have been placed on the beach following an East Coast Low and huge tides which caused severe erosion and saw waterfront residents evacuated in July. As the recently formed Task Force considers what needs to be done in the long term, community opinion on the best option is divided, with several pages on Facebook espousing varied views. The Wamberal Lagoon to Lagoon Solution page, run by Wamberal Protection Association, has many posts supporting a sea wall to help protect beachfront homes, but association spokesperson Margaret Brice said the group was open to other options. “We will accept any revetment solution suggested by the

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experts in the Task Force,” Brice said. “The solution might not be a seawall – it will be the best solution for Wamberal as recommended by the Task Force.” Brice said the group considered planned retreat to be off the table. “It’s not a practical solution – where would it end?” she said. “We are happy to be guided by the experts. “It’s not just the beachfront homes, all of which were built legally, which need to be

considered – Ocean View Dr must also be protected.” But the Wamberal Beach Save Our Sand group, with a membership of more than 1200, is opposed to any measure which could threaten the future integrity of the beach. Justin Hickey, who was one of the people involved in setting up the page, said scientific reports done previously indicate any type of sea wall would cause a loss of sand and a constant need for sand replenishment. “I have been surfing and patrolling at Wamberal beach for many years – my kids have been

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through Nippers there and I go to the beach almost every day,” Hickey said. “We are opposed to anything which would cause a loss of our beachfront and while we see that a sea wall would provide a solution for beachfront homeowners, it would cause tremendous issues. “We do understand the issues for those whose homes are on the escarpment, but we also need to consider the importance of the beach to the broader community.” Hickey said while he empathised with homeowners,

he felt planned retreat was an option which should be considered. “Perhaps some form of compensation could be offered to help people move further away from the escarpment or pier down to bedrock,” he said. “We are opposed to any form of hard armoury along the beach. “Hundreds of people use this beach every day and we have a lot of questions and feel we haven’t been directly involved in discussions to date.” Central Coast Council CEO Gary Murphy said completion of the

emergency works was a milestone but there were still challenges for some of the affected residents which would need to be worked through. Murphy said many options would need to be considered by the Task Force, headed by Phil Watson, with an expedited report expected in coming weeks from Manly Hydraulics set to form the basis of deliberations. “We will be ramping up community engagement as options including various forms of revetment walls, off-shore reefs and even a solution incorporating the existing emergency works are considered,’ he said. Murphy said planned retreat was unlikely to be considered as an option and that Council was in the process of consolidating a Coastal Management Plan which was due to be handed down by June nest year. Cost to Council of the emergency works was not yet confirmed but was in the single digit millions, with Council to investigate State Government funding, he said. Terry Collins

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Marine Discovery Centre gets $1M facelift The Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre at Terrigal is set to reopen soon to the public, sporting a $1M facelift. Funded by the State Government, the revamp includes upgrades to the aquariums, building and café deck extensions; a new kitchen, air conditioning and solar power, improved parking and a new access ramp. Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW, John

Barilaro, was on the Coast on September 9 to look lover the improvements and said the centre undertook important tourism and research functions. “The $1M redevelopment means a new and improved tourism experience for locals and visitors with improved facilities, new services and equipment,” Barilaro said. “The grant has also unlocked the opportunity for the centre to provide education and research opportunities for schools and universities, both locally and

Australia-wide.” Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, said part of the funding also enabled an educational video to be created and shown at the centre. Called Wonders of the Wreck, it is a documentary detailing the sinking of Ex-HMAS Adelaide for an artificial reef. “A live video stream from a web cam on the Ex-HMAS Adelaide allows the beautiful

underwater landscape to be viewed from the centre and online,” Crouch said. “This redevelopment also means that Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre now qualifies for eco-tourism accreditation, which enhances our wider community’s ability to attract environmental research and education opportunities.” Source: Media release, Sep 9 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, and Minister for Regional NSW, John Barilaro, inspect the revamped Marine Centre

15m telecom tower in Narara approved Central Coast Council has approved the installation of a new mobile telecommunications facility on Narara Valley Dr at Narara. The project will see the installation of: a 15m lattice tower (16.2m including antennas); two panel antennas; one GPS antenna; associated

ancillary equipment, including two Tower Mounted Amplifiers, Combiners and Feeders; and one Outdoor Unit equipment cabinet at ground level, adjacent to the proposed facility. A planning report provided with the Development Application (DA) said a lattice tower design was selected over a monopole design due to

the lattice tower footings requiring less excavation works for the tower and equipment cabinet foundations, and the construction process causing less disruption to Sydney Trains’ operations during the build. The facility and all ancillary components will be constructed on railway property.

During the construction phase, a truck will be used to deliver the equipment and a crane will be utilised to lift most of the equipment into place. Any traffic impacts associated with construction will be of a short-term duration and are not anticipated to adversely impact on the surrounding road network, the report said.

Mobile phone base stations are unmanned, of low maintenance and remotely operated. “As such, operational visits to the site will be approximately two to six times per year for maintenance purposes,” the report said. “The equipment cabinet will be securely locked, and the

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Curby inspires households to join soft plastics recycling trial A new recycling project to reduce the amount of soft plastics going to landfill is being trialled by Central Coast Council. Participation in the trial is limited to 2,000 households and people who register will be asked to follow simple steps for recycling soft plastics and provide feedback which will be used to refine the service for its potential roll out across the whole region. The new recycling program will have a cute bilby called Curby as its mascot, in recognition of the bilby being one of Australia’s most threatened species due to environmental damage. The Curby recycling solution has been developed by Australian company CurbCycle

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and has been contracted by iQ Renew, Council’s partner in the soft plastics recycling trial. Council’s Director Roads Transport and Drainage, Boris Bolgoff, said Council was excited to be piloting new ways to recover soft plastics, using existing services and facilities at no additional cost. “More than half of household waste is sent to landfill, with soft plastics being common due to difficulties in separating it from other types of waste and limited markets for the product,” Bolgoff said. “Soft plastics not only pollute our land, but they also cause significant damage to our environment and marine life, which is something we Coasties value immensely. “With improvement in

technology, soft plastics are now becoming a recyclable resource and their negative environmental impacts can be avoided,” Bolgoff said. Mayor Lisa Matthews said Council was pleased to be leading a soft plastic recycling trial that might help shape the future of soft plastics recycling nationally. “This initiative will give the community an opportunity to participate in, and provide feedback on, whether this option is something we want to pursue,” she said. “We know our residents are committed recyclers so we are delighted to be able to offer the Curby trial here and by getting involved we can demonstrate that preventing soft plastics going to landfill is not only

possible but simple and highly achievable.” Residents who opt into the trial will receive a pack of bright yellow Curby bags which can be filled with clean soft plastic items such as plastic food wrappers, plastic bags, cling wrap or any plastic soft enough to be scrunched. Full bags are to be placed in the yellow-lidded recycling bin as part of the normal household recyclables collection and will be separated from general recycling at iQ Renew’s Somersby Material Recovery Facility for reprocessing. Registrations for the Curby trial will be taken until September 30 online at curbythebilby.com.au Sue Murray

Susan Fahey Park redevelopment to be completed in October Work has begun on the redevelopment of Susan Fahey Park at Copacabana and is expected to be finished by the end of October. Central Coast Council is constructing an innovative district sized playspace which was designed from community consultation. Council’s Director of Environment and Planning, Scott Cox, said the redeveloped park would have something for everyone. “These improvement works and new playspace will enhance the features of the existing park creating an engaging hub for the community to meet, socialise and undertake play and recreational activities,” Cox said. “The redeveloped community space will provide a wide variety of opportunities for a range of ages and abilities for both the local community and

The existing playground equipment at Susan Fahey Park will be upgraded

the high volume of seasonal visitors to the area.” The design includes a concrete ping pong table, an outdoor chess table, a new picnic shelter and tables and a rope swing, among other things. The existing basket swing will

be made more accessible for all to use with rubber softfall and there will even be a timber ‘peek a boo’ wall with informational highlights about the surrounding bushland and natural elements of Copacabana complete with Braille buttons.

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The existing toilets which previously serviced the tennis courts will now be opened to the public. The project is jointly funded by Council with grant funding from the NSW Government’s Everyone Can Play Program – a collaborative initiative to create

guidelines to ensure new and upgraded playspaces are inclusive and accessible for everyone. Mayor Lisa Matthews said the voice of the community played a key role in the development of this park’s plans and design. “The park’s redevelopment and playspace designs were guided by local community feedback provided during two rounds of consultation over the past 12 months,” Cr Matthews said. “We listened to the community and adjusted designs based on local resident’s feedback so we can deliver a facility that meets their needs. “Playspaces and parks are the heart of our neighbourhoods - providing spaces for the community to connect and lead healthy and active lifestyles.” Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal Adam Crouch said the NSW Government was committed to delivering high-

quality playspaces across the Coast. “The jointly-funded $500,000 major upgrade of Susan Fahey Park is one of multiple playspaces that the NSW Government and Central Coast Council are delivering together,” Mr Crouch said. Crouch said a ground-level carousel would enable children in wheelchairs to join their friends and there would be a dry creek bed lined with river stones for kids to explore, as well as a sensory garden with scented plants and musical instruments. “In times like these, we all understand the value of highquality outdoor spaces, and once complete, Susan Fahey Park really will set the standard for how playgrounds can and should be accessible to all,” he said. Source: Media release, Sep 3 Central Coast Council

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Gosford RSL hits pause on development Gosford RSL Club has postponed the beginning of construction on its major revamp for 12 months in view of the coronavirus pandemic. Given uncertainty surrounding a clear timeline on a return to normal activities, the club has pushed pause and now expects to begin construction in January 2022, with completion slated for mid-2023. CEO Russell Cooper said the club had been progressing steadily towards construction over the past couple of years. “The COVID-19 crisis has been a monumental challenge for everyone,” Cooper said. “Throughout the crisis Gosford RSL Club has worked hard to support our members,

An artist’s impression of how the redeveloped club will look

our staff and our community. “Like everyone, we at Gosford RSL hoped and expected that the COVID-19 crisis would be resolved by now, or at least that there would be a clear, reliable timeline for our society to return to ‘normal’. “Unfortunately, there is still no clear timeline and there is no clear definition of what the ‘new normal’ will be.” While he said the club’s governing body was aware there would be some disappointment for many who were looking forward to seeing the new building started, it was acutely aware of its responsibilities in managing members’ assets and didn’t feel it was appropriate to commence such a significant project amid so much

uncertainty. “We are very pleased to report that all statutory and planning approvals are in place, all architectural and planning documentation is complete and the building tender package is ready for market,” Cooper said. “Therefore, it is a simple process to … pick up exactly where we left off in 12 months’ time. “The current Club will continue to trade in its current format right through to the opening of the new premises. Cooper said the club thanked members for their support through the challenging times of coronavirus. Source: Media release, Sep 5 Gosford RSL Club

Erina roundabout revamp begins A major $765,000 revamp is underway at a congested intersection at Erina aimed at freeing up traffic flow along Central Coast Hwy. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said completion of the upgrade of the intersection of the highway and Ernest St was expected within nine weeks. “About 40,000 motorists travel along this section of the Central Coast Highway each day, making it one of our community’s busiest roads,” Crouch said. “Work began on September 6 to extend the right-turn bays into Ernest St by 20 metres, extend the right-turn bays into the Caltex Service Station commercial area by 40 metres and also carry out road resurfacing, concreting and drainage.

also help to support the region’s economy. “I’m really pleased that this project will involve 35 local workers from about five local contractors and suppliers,” he said. Work will be carried out between 7pm and 5am from Sunday to Thursday each week. Lane closures and a reduced speed limit will be in place during work hours for the safety of workers and road users, with motorists advised to drive to the conditions and to follow the directions of signs and traffic control. The project is funded under the NSW Government’s Safer Roads Program. “A right turn phase will also be added to the traffic lights between the hours of 7am and 7pm each day so that right turn

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Up go the red and yellow flags … but caution urged The red and yellow flags are set to go up at the region’s 15 patrolled beaches from September 26 but Central Coast Council is getting in early with new measures and message related to COVIDsafe behaviour and requirements for rock fishers. Acting Council Director Connected Communities, Phil Cantillon, said it is vital that community members and tourists follow simple safety steps while enjoying quality time on the region’s spectacular beaches. “Our lifesavers and lifeguards do an incredible job keeping us safe across beach season, but we also need to do our bit,” Cantillon said. “Heading to the beach means relaxing, recharging, keeping fit and active, and it also means switching on a beach safety mind-set. “Beach safety practices we always need to follow stand true – like only swimming at patrolled beaches and always swimming between the flags – but this season COVID-safe

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behaviour at the beach is also incredibly important. “Please maintain 1.5 metre social distance from people who are not from your household and keep group gatherings to a maximum of 20 people, as mandated by NSW Health. “Many of our beaches are extremely popular and crowd management measures may be in place to keep our community and visitors safe. “We’ll be making regular

COVID-safe reminder announcements over the loudspeakers at our patrolled sites and NSW Police will also be regularly monitoring beaches. “Should it be necessary to close any Central Coast beaches this season, clear signage will be displayed. “Council has also introduced a requirement that anyone engaging in rock fishing must wear a life jacket – this requirement extends to anyone who accompanies someone

who is rock fishing. “We are installing signs at various locations that clearly outline what is required for anyone engaging in rock fishing on the Coast.” Mayor Lisa Matthews said enjoying the beach season and the importance of safety always need to go hand-in-hand. “With the weather warming up and increased visitors to the Coast, it’s important we all follow basic steps to keep ourselves and others safe

when enjoying the beach,” Cr Matthews said. “Measures in place to keep us COVID-safe extend to the beach and everyone must vigilantly follow these requirements whilst soaking up the sun and surf at one of the many stunning beaches along our coastline.” Council’s Lifeguards patrol beaches from Monday to Friday, with Surf Life Saving volunteers on duty on weekends and public holidays.

During non-peak times, from September 26-December 17 and January 30- April 25, patrols will be in place between 9am and 5pm. Patrols continue for an extra hour, to 6pm during peak holiday period, December 18-January 29 with Terrigal, Avoca and Umina beach patrols also starting an hour earlier, at 8am. Source: Media release, Sep 8 Central Coast Council

No increase for Age Pension Member for Dobell Emma McBride says more than 20,000 elderly Central Coast residents will be left struggling, with the Federal Government’s decision not to increase the aged pension as usual in September. McBride has joined The Combined Pensioners and Superannuants Association (CPSA) in criticising the move. CPSA Policy Manager, Paul Versteege, said many pensioners on the Central Coast and elsewhere in the country, especially singles with the pension as their sole source of income, were disappointed

their pension will not be increased to keep pace with the cost of living. “Pensions are indexed on the basis of inflation and wages and the rule is it can’t go down,” Versteege said. “However, the last time the pension did not increase was in 1931, when it was reduced from $104 to $78 a year. “The current rates are $944.30 for singles and $1,423.60 for couples combined per fortnight. “These rates will continue until at least March 20, 2021. “Pensioners received two $750 COVID payments this year and these were and are

very welcome. “CPSA urges the Australian Government to provide an additional permanent Pension Hardship Supplement for the poorest pensioners, singles without assets and without private income. “The living standard of single pensioners with the pension as their sole source of income hovers just above the poverty line. “Rather than provide another $750 COVID payment, which would go to pensioners regardless of wealth, the Australian Government should target the poorest of pensioners. “The majority of single full

rate pensioners are widows and widowers, who have faced a drop in their pension of 40 per cent after the death of their partner.” McBride said one in five people on the Central Coast are over the age of 65 and well over 21,000 locals receive the Aged Pension. “Aged Pensioners do it tough and the decision to freeze indexation will hit older Australians during the toughest of times,” she said. “We have over 1,200 older people waiting to receive home care. “If they need care while they wait, they or their families,

have to pay for it. “Inflation is low but prices for many essentials, including food, have gone up during the pandemic. “Pensioners still have to eat, and they still pay GST. “The Prime Minister has been caught out – he either knew or should have known about the pension indexation freeze. “The truth is he forgot about pensioners and is making this up as he goes along. “He’s only reviewing the pension rate because he’s been caught out after questioning from Labor senators.

Prime Minister Scott Morrison said on August 19 that the freeze of aged pensions “goes to how they’re indexed”. “You don’t expect those indexes to go negative and, as a result, budgets … haven’t been prepared on the basis of them going negative. “Some $1,500 dollars in additional payments have been made to pensioners this year on top of their base pension as part of the pandemic response. Morrison gave an assurance that the payments would not be reduced. Terry Collins

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ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES FOR THE FUTURE

Council is leading the way in innovative thinking to provide long term benefits for our community, further cementing our commitment to exploring innovative solutions. Council is rolling out a number of projects that provide significant benefits to our community, from reducing our environmental footprint to implementing cost-effective approaches. These projects span across a broad range of areas from roads and parking to waste and recycling. Innovation in road construction with new survey based technology in graders and excavators has seen road surfacing product made from our very own recycled soft plastic, glass and toner cartridges. With new technology, Council is helping commuters find available car park spaces faster. This technology is simple and more costeffective to install and maintain compared to in-ground sensors. It provides real time data to commuters in finding available parking spaces, saving time. Another great initiative being trialled by Council is a new soft plastics recycling initiative, a first of its kind in Australia, which aims to reduce the amount of soft plastics going to landfill and its impact on the environment. This concept uses existing services and facilities at no additional cost. With improvements in technology, soft plastics are becoming a recyclable resource and their negative impacts can be avoided.

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Council meetings are held twice each month. Full details: centralcost.nsw.gov.au/meetings. Meetings are livestreamed at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/ meeting-support

It’s Spring and our gardens love it! So what do you do with all that green waste? We collect grass clippings, leaves, flowers, weeds prunings, twigs, branches, untreated timber, plants and small shrubs as part of your free greenlidded bin service every fortnight. For items too bulky, heavy or big for your green bin, Central Coast residents can book up to six general or green waste bulk kerbside collections a year of two cubic metres per allocation. • Vegetation waste should be tied in manageable bundles with natural twine • Stumps and logs must not exceed 30cm in diameter • Loose garden vegetation such as grass clippings and mulch must be bagged or boxed For a prompt pick-up: • make a kerbside collection booking prior to placing items out for collection • place your items at kerbside the night before collection day • ensure acceptable material is placed neatly on the footpath and does not exceed 1.8 metres in length • material must be light enough to be reasonably removed by two people • present bulk household waste and bulk vegetation in separate piles • do not place hazardous or inappropriate items out for collection Remember, if bulk general items and bulky garden vegetation are placed out at the same time, they must be placed in separate piles and this will count as 2 kerbside collections. For more information or to book a collection visit 1coast.com.au/keepyourstreetneat or call 1300 126 278 Mondays to Fridays 8am-5pm.

Did you know we have community gardens? Want to get your hands dirty but don’t have the space or resources at home? The Central Coast has some interesting community gardens where you can get your hands dirty and socialise with others who love gardening. We provide parcels of land across the Coast ranging in size and shape, with community gardens at: Bateau Bay, Berkeley Vale Neighbourhood Centre, East Gosford Community, Green Point, Gosford/Narara, Gwandalan/Summerland Point, Kariong, Kincumber, San Remo, Point Clare, Woy Woy, Wyoming, San Remo Neighbourhood Centre. Being part of a community garden has many benefits including promoting a healthier lifestyle and reducing household waste through composting. Want to get involved? Search ‘gardens’ at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au

Watch and learn tips for Spring

Our Environmental Education team and our very own Wacky Weed Guy can help take your gardening skills to the next level with tips on how to set up your own composting system or worm farm and recognise some dangerous weeds that may be in your garden or when buying plants. Two online gardening workshops will be held on Saturday 12 September, with a composting session at 9.30am-11am and a worm farming workshop at 11.30am. Book by searching ‘green living online’ at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au We also have a number of educational videos freely available to watch online any time as part of our Green Living workshop series. These include a great overview of weed control with Council’s Biosecurity Officer Paul Marynissen who has some great tips on what weeds to look out for. Learn by watching! Search ‘composting’ or ‘weeds’ at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/youtube

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Community Bulletin - COVID-19 Information YOUR HEALTH

YOUR COMMUNITY

Reach out for help

The constantly changing news and restrictions about COVID-19 can affect your mental health, leading to anxiety and even depression. Restrictions on visiting friends, elderly family members and celebrating milestones and events such as birthdays, school graduations and weddings are also creating distress for many people. Others may be concerned about going out and risking contracting the virus when they are using public transport or in busy shopping centres. Whatever your concern, it’s important to acknowledge it and to seek help if it is affecting your wellbeing. We’ve provided a comprehensive list of support services and resources on our website – as well as general mental health support, we’ve also included links for specific issues such as domestic violence, homelessness or practical help. For details, search “COVID help” at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au Exercise is also an important aid to good mental health. We’ve produced videos to help increase your physical and mental fitness through exercise and meditation. Search “exercise” at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/youtube

Time’s running out for grant applications

Community groups experiencing a COVID-related surge in demand for their services are running out of time to apply for Council’s ‘Working Together Staying Strong’ grant program. The $300,000 program was established to help local groups and organisations meet the needs of our most vulnerable community members during the pandemic. It closes on 30 September or when funds are exhausted. Not-for-profit and community groups can apply, particularly those supporting the physical health and mental wellbeing, social connection and safety of vulnerable and at-risk groups. This includes projects such as: • food hamper preparation and delivery • swags for rough sleepers • mental health support • counselling services • organisational volunteer support • helping people get around • small equipment purchases Eligible applicants can apply for between $1,000 and $10,000 per project in combined funding and in-kind Council services. Search ‘grants’ at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au

YOUR BUSINESS Backing businesses to grow

Although it has been a difficult year for the local economy, the Central Coast is now seeing an influx of visitors to the region, and promising sales figures in areas such as retail and restaurant spending in key tourism destinations. While ATO data shows 47.2 percent of Coast businesses are accessing JobKeeper payments, many have also used the downturn to review their operation and give their business a makeover, moving to new delivery methods, revamped services or increasing their visibility. Our website has a range of information to help businesses during this difficult economic period. This includes: • enabling businesses to become a Council supplier • Bigger Backyard local business program • Shop Local campaign • ‘low-touch economy’ webinar • Central Coast grant finder • small business water audits • dedicated customer service support • COVID-safe resources Search “business support” at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au

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Central Coast Stadium Strategy We're developing a plan for the future of Central Coast Stadium – the Central Coast Stadium Strategy. This strategy outlines the objectives and options for the ongoing future of the stadium, as well as a potential naming rights sponsor and management of the stadium. You're invited to have your say. Submissions and feedback will be accepted until 5pm 28 September 2020.

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Time to protect the Coast’s premier natural asset Coastal Open Space System, or COSS as it is lovingly referred to by many locals, is a large network of reserves and bushland around our ridges, down into the valleys and often neighbouring residential land. Former leaders and politicians of the Gosford area saw the enormous benefit of ensuring our green ridgelines were preserved as well as the uniqueness of the bushland due to both the canopy of the trees and the understories. This COSS bushland forms the majority of the natural

FORUM Letters to the editor should be sent to: PO Box 1056 Gosford 2250 or

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See Page 2 for contribution conditions areas surrounding us and makes this area so liveable and unique. The Coastal Open Space System has a number of specific objectives. The first is to keep the visual

and environmental quality of the natural scenery in the Gosford area. As we drive into the Gosford ‘bowl’ this natural scenery is evident and gives a sense that we are surrounded with trees rather than overshadowed by high rise. It provides a wonderful visual relief with a magnificent green backdrop. The Central Coast area has 39 threatened species and many of these are found in COSS so this long, green backdrop, in which Gosford is gently nested, provides crucial habitat for native flora and fauna and helps protect biodiversity.

Build a sea wall Planned Retreat is just about the dumbest unproven theory since the flat earth society actually existed. These galoops ignore the facts and the science - we have thousands and thousands of poles, jetties, anchors, posts in our waterways and no evidence of the water rising. There is a 90 year old boat house in Blackwall - go and have a look for yourself - no waters rising.

FORUM This theory about standing back to let God do its thing from people who don’t believe in God is madness. It has cost many homeowners thousands in extra insurance costs. The homeowners in Wamberal have tried for years, spent money on engineering studies, offered to pay their share but have just been knocked back

by the “do-nothing” un-godly greens. If we stand aside as the “donothings” want and let the ocean in at least $100M plus of public infrastructure in Ocean View Dr etc. will be damaged. But if we build a sea wall as has been done in many places in Australia and abroad, including Cronulla and the Gold Coast, we will have a solution. Email, Sep 2 Godfrey Franz, Gosford

COSS is the ridgelines and the well-vegetated natural connections between ridgelines and corridors to wetlands. These corridors allow the safe movement of wildlife through our region. Keeping the natural vegetation helps to protect the water catchment and to reduce the deterioration of the water quality entering our watercourses. This in turn helps to create a healthy habitat for local aquatic life. Having COSS so close allows us to interact with and preserve nature.

It allows the educational and scientific value of local flora and fauna to be available to our community. These environmental lands allow residents to very quickly arrive in a natural setting for passive recreation and connection to nature. Our past leaders need to be remembered, appreciated and celebrated for bringing the environmental and scenic qualities of COSS into public ownership. The space and aesthetics COSS provides certainly facilitate and enhance the enjoyment of our area. Without their leadership and

vision, the Gosford area would be a much different and less desirable place. COSS can be found as far south as Patonga and Killcare Heights, east to Copacabana, west to Kariong and Somersby and as far North as Niagara Park and Lisarow. Past leaders ensured that the appropriate planning and management frameworks were developed and applied. Now is the time for our current political leaders to ensure the protection of what is clearly this community’s, and region’s, premier natural asset. Email, Sep 4 Joy Cooper, Green Point

Can’t we build our own trains? The best trains being built are Australian, built in the Newcastle factory at Gonanin’s near Broadmeadow, Newcastle. So I ask why is any government buying trains made overseas (which) according to the transport department are not suited to our tracks. This puts Australians out of

FORUM work and causes the nation hardship. What is happening to our nation? The company served the nation from 1899 until of late. Let’s get Australians back to work and tell the rest of the world we will look after

ourselves. Stop sending money overseas and putting Australians out of work. I sincerely hope the politicians (so called) looking after us take note of what the public are saying or face annihilation at the nest election. Email, Sep 2 Roy Findley, Point Clare

Community should not bear responsibility for beachfront properties It is good to see a glimmer of common sense on the question of waterfront properties (“Greens advocate for planned retreat along beachfront”, CCN 258). Leaving aside the issue of

FORUM how private property frontages were ever allowed to encroach on beaches that should always be completely open to the public, there is now no publicinterest aspect to maintaining

private properties under threat from natural erosion processes. As a one-time owner of a beach property who has seen rows of waterfront properties swept away on two separate occasions, I understand exactly how the owners feel.

My own property was never in danger, because I built it properly in the first place, but anyone who hasn’t done so now has to face the consequences of their own short-sightedness. The construction of protective

works to save badly sited and badly built houses is a counterproductive action and completely unjustified. If the private owners are determined to hang onto their properties, it appears that a number of the houses

threatened could be moved back on the properties and reseated on engineered pile footings, but the community has no responsibility for the others. Email, Sep 4 Bruce Hyland, Woy Woy.

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The abandoned supermarket trolley problem I would like to take the opportunity to express a bug bear of mine - the continual theft and dumping of supermarket trolleys. Every day, we see some dumped somewhere but one of the worst dump sites is outside 213 Brisbane Water Dr, Point Clare near Fairhaven Village. There is no excuse for this. Understandably, people might not have transport at hand to convey groceries, etc, from a supermarket but if they can

FORUM push a trolley, they can always buy/obtain a hand-held pull along trolley. They are not expensive and are easy to use. These won’t be dumped! The notion by some people that supermarket trolleys are free for the taking and then discarding them and creating an unsightly mess is unacceptable. These individuals are not only

selfish, they are inconsiderate in that pedestrians (and/or vehicles) may be obstructed and injury or other damage may occur. And of course, nowadays there is also the added health risk to the supermarket staff that are forced to perform a retrieval process. This has been going on for years and I wonder if anything can be done? Email, Aug 27 G. MacDonald, Point Clare

Better mobile coverage needed for the more vulnerable On page 10 of Issue 257 of August 28, a media release by Telstra Regional General Manager, Mike Marom, addressed the 5G rollout on the Central Coast. The principal thrust in Telstra’s statements in the release was that it has continued to expand its 5G coverage to six (more) suburbs

FORUM on the Central Coast. Mr Marom is quoted as stating “While it’s more important than ever for Australians to be connected, it’ll be even more critical in the future....”. The fact that Federal and State Governments continue to

exhort citizens to download “apps” for COVID tracing and bushfire alerts are examples of official recognition of the importance of this form of communication. I reside in a Retirement Village in Wyoming where there are more than 500 residents, all of “mature age” (a recognised COVID-vulnerable demographic) and where

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mobile phone coverage varies from poor to non-existent due to the topography and absence of suitably located telecommunication towers (the Central Coast is not a flat plain!). I understand that other residents in nearby parts of Wyoming have similar problems.

Mr Marom is quoted as going on to say, “We’ve made a commitment to roll out the new Telstra 5G network to more areas across metro, regional and rural Australia – and that’s exactly what we’re doing”. I do not know how Telstra (and other Telcos) assess the potential locations of new towers, but I appeal to him to give some further consideration

of the needs of the more vulnerable residents in some areas of the Central Coast, particularly since, in the event of power outages with consequent loss of NBN, there may be no other way of communicating the need for assistance. Email, Aug 31 J. DaCosta, Wyoming.

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Man arrested in relation to clandestine lab and possession of firearm

Woy Woy man pleads guilty to causing fire Jarrod James, the Woy Woy man accused of deliberately lightning a bushfire in Brisbane Water National Park, has pleaded guilty to one count of intentionally cause fire and be reckless as to its spread.

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A man has been charged and a clandestine laboratory uncovered following a police operation at Ourimbah. At about 3.45pm on Tuesday, September 8, officers attached to Tuggerah Lakes Police District attended a property on the Pacific Hwy at Ourimbah following reports of shots fired. Upon arrival, police spoke with a man and located a large number of chemicals and equipment consistent with the manufacture of prohibited drugs in a shed. A crime scene was established, and the area was rendered safe by NSW Fire and Rescue Hazmat crews.

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Specialist police from the Drug and Firearms Squad’s Chemical Operations Team attended and examined the property, which is currently in the process of being dismantled. In a subsequent search of the property, investigators also

located cash, a rifle, a replica pistol, ammunition and prohibited drugs. All items seized will undergo further examination. A 40-year-old man was arrested and taken to Wyong Police Station, where he was charged with 10 offences, including possess prohibited drug, possession of equipment for administering prohibited drugs, supply indictable quantity prohibited drug, possess ammunition without licence, possess unauthorised firearm, not keep firearm safely and goods in custody suspected stolen. The man was refused bail to appear at Wyong Local Court on Wednesday, September 9. Investigations are continuing. Source: Press release, Sep 9 NSW Police Media

James is accused of lighting the fire that destroyed 150sqm of bush near Woy Woy Rd at Kariong in the early hours of the morning on Saturday, August 22. According to police facts tendered in court, James was seen in the vicinity for around three hours before the fire was reported, with the accused found intoxicated, dishevelled and carrying a lighter on Woy Woy Rd a short time later.

Jarrod James

The court then heard he was arrested at the scene after confiding in attending police officers that he started the blaze after consuming a large amount

of vodka the day before. James will return to Gosford Local Court for sentencing on October 15. Source: NSW Department of Justice Casefile R v Jarrod James 2020/00244761, Sep 3

Gwandalan man dies following vehicle explosion A Gwandalan man who died following a vehicle explosion over the weekend has been identified as Alan Bull. The explosion occurred on Quinalup St at around 7am on

Sunday, September 9, with neighbours describing the incident as akin to a bomb going off, with windows in the immediate area blown out and the blast itself heard from kilometres away. Police say bystanders then found Bull lying near his destroyed vehicle suffering serious burns. They commenced CPR, but Bull died at the scene a short time later. NSW Fire and Rescue then established an exclusion

zone around Bull’s property, with residents evacuated from homes on Imga and Quinalup Streets as a precaution. While police have yet to specify what caused the incident, it’s understood that they’re investigating whether a gas cylinder in the vehicle may have ignited, triggering the explosion. Officers attached to Tuggerah Lakes Police District have established a crime scene. Dilon Luke

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Pete Rush (sculptor) and Nina Angelo (writer)

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Sculptor Pete Rush has paid tribute to local Author, Nina Angelo, by creating a sculpture in Cockrane Lagoon near Macmasters Beach. ‘Don’t Cry, Dance’ is Angelo’s newest self-published book, telling the true account of Angelo’s parents and their story of survival and love during the Holocaust.

Rush said he became fascinated by Angelo’s story, deciding to use it as inspiration for his 16th sculpture which is made entirely of natural materials. “Nina is self-published, so she doesn’t have the PR that she needs. “I really loved the title of her book, so I thought I’d put it out in the lagoon as a sculpture,” Rush said.

Angelo said the project meant a lot to her, not only because it was the name of her book, but because of the positive message it sends to the community. “I am overwhelmed and humbled that he has created this sculpture in the middle of the lagoon,” Angelo said. “It’s the sign of our times, it’s what everyone is going through right now.”

Taking five days to complete, the letters of the sculpture stand at around four metres tall, with the wind making things challenging when it came to stabilising the artwork with flax and ropes. Rush hopes the sculpture will bring some joy to the community and help remind people of what’s important, especially during COVID-19. “I hope people get a nice

feeling out of it, and that people will buy Nina’s book,” Rush said. Angelo’s book recounts an integral part of history which she believes should be remembered and celebrated. “It’s inspiring in how we can go through the worst possible things, and to still come through dancing,” Angelo said. After battling her own cancer

journey, Angelo said her parents would be proud of what she had achieved. “It’s quite incredible that Pete and I met, and that we have that same philosophy,” Angelo said. “It’s about making art for the people.” Hayley McMahon

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100 not out, and still going strong Harry May of Daleys Point turns 100 on September 15 but he doesn’t plan on slowing down anytime soon. Still living independently at The Cove retirement village, Mr May does his own shopping and gardening and had his driver’s licence renewed just a few weeks ago. “A lady comes in once a fortnight to tidy up a bit, but apart from that I handle everything else,” he said. A veteran who saw service with the 35th Battalion in Papua New Guinea during WWII, Mr May has a multitude of memories, including watching the Sydney Harbour Bridge being built from a hill near his house at Punchbowl as a schoolboy. “I remember it vividly,” he said. “Right behind our home there was a big paddock with a high hill, and we could see eight or nine miles – right through to Sydney.

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“We used to watch the bridge being built and then I walked over it just before it officially opened in 1932. “I did it again in 1982, but that time there were about a quarter of a million people walking with me. “I remember when the train fare to Wynyard was six pence.” Mr May is the only living member of the 32-man 35th Battalion but does not dwell on his wartime experiences. A clerical worker for much of his life, Mr May was married for 50 years but has no children. “I have a nephew in Newcastle and he and his wife are my closest family members now,” he said. “But I have wonderful friends and enjoy going out to dinner with them once a week.” Mr May said he had led a “fairly quiet life”, had never smoked and drank alcohol rarely. “I have never been very political, but I do remember when Jack Lang was Prime

Minister and brought in the widows’ pension,” he said. “It was just the right timing for my mother, who had four young children – I was the eldest at the age of nine and we were always grateful for that.” Formerly a keen golfer, tennis player and cyclist, Mr May is content to fill his days with keeping his home tidy and working in his beloved garden. “I’d say gardening and talking are my chief hobbies these days,” he said. “I still walk every day, although these days it is with a walker – and I read the paper every day.” Mr May said he was disappointed the milestone birthday couldn’t be celebrated with a big party. “We were going to have a party but it’s just too hard – I have some distant relatives in Sydney but most of them are in [virus] hotspots now. “You have to follow the rules - that’s all you can do,” he said. Terry Collins

Council launches online gardening workshops Four online Green Living Workshops have been launched by Central Coast Council, giving people skills in how to take care of their garden and Live Green. Kicking off in honour of the end of this week’s National Organic Week, the Council will hold its first two workshops on Saturday September 12, from 9.30am-11 am, via a link on its website. This year’s workshop series will be delivered in two formats, allowing people with differing time commitments to learn how to Live Green.

There will be one-hour lunchtime workshops on weekdays, and longer workshops on weekends or evenings. The four topics covered during September are composting, worm farming, sustainable eating, and propagating your herb garden. Council’s Acting Director Connected Communities, Phil Cantillon, said the new format for the workshops means even more Coast residents can learn how to live sustainably. “Our Green Living workshops can benefit anyone, whether they live in a house with a large

backyard or in a unit,” Cantillon said. Mayor Lisa Matthews praised Central Coast residents for their ongoing commitment to reducing waste and living in a sustainable way. “We can all do little things which not only are healthier and greener, but also reduce our personal costs and benefit the environment around us,” Cr Matthews said. For details and times search “green living online” at www. centralcoast.nsw.gov.au. Source: Media release, Sep 8 Central Coast Council

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Local surgeon cleared to return to Africa for life-saving work A medical surgeon from Copacabana can continue his life-saving work in the famine-ridden parts of Ethiopia and Tanzania, after receiving the green light to return on humanitarian grounds. Dr Andrew Browning is an obstetric fistula surgeon for the Barbara May Foundation and has been travelling to Africa to work periodically for the past 17 years. Browning performs lifesaving surgeries on malnourished African women with catastrophic fistulas, or internal holes, caused by obstructed childbirth, but the COVID-19 travel ban has restricted his ability to go back since the beginning of the year. His work operates parallel with his aunt Valerie Browning’s mission - running the Afar Pastoral Development Association (APDA) which helps bring development to the two million nomadic peoples of the Danakil desert. Photos taken of severely malnourished children from the northern Ethiopian desert in the Afar region show the devastating impact COVID-19 has had on the famine impacted

region and Andrew Browning said this is why his work is more important now than ever before. “My Aunt (Valerie Browning) now has responsibility for 2,000 severely malnourished pregnant women who are receiving food supplements all funded by donors in Australia giving to the Barbara May Foundation,” he said. “I am indebted to the Australian authorities for giving

me the approval to fly to Africa not only to support my aunt in Ethiopia but hopefully Tanzania as well with fistula surgery. “I will assist her wherever I can and also operate on women with fistula contracted during the COVID lockdown. “Severely weakened by famine these women do not have the reserves to face labour, and the number of women dying in labour has dramatically increased.

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“In nearby Uganda maternal deaths and stillbirths have doubled and neonatal deaths have tripled. “In Uganda, these problems are a result of important travel restrictions and economic hardships induced by the lockdowns; women won’t or can’t afford to get to the hospital and so deliver at home.” Valerie Browning’s Rural Maternity team completed a

malnutrition survey and put a total of seven children into hospital for nasogastric feeding and antibiotics. There are many more [people] being carried out from remote areas where vehicles can reach them. “These photos are horrifically shocking for me,” she said. “I have sent them to the Bureau of Health, The World Food Program and UNICEF and

I am arranging to meet as many of the authorities as I can to tell them of this humanitarian disaster – a famine brought on by a combination of locust plagues, a recent drought and now restrictions relating to COVID.” Donation and more information can be found online at www. barbaramayfoundation.com. Jacinta Counihan

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News Breakfast [s] ABC News Mornings [s] Anh’s Brush With Fame [s] Kurt Fearnley’s One Plus One Grand Designs Australia (PG) ABC News At Noon [s] The Great Acceleration (PG) Mrs Wilson (M l) [s] ABC News Afternoons [s] Think Tank (PG) [s] Grand Designs Australia (PG) The Drum [s] ABC News [s] Gardening Australia [s] – Costa Georgiadis gives a compost masterclass, Jane Edmanson tours a tiny food garden and Tino Carnevale attracts wildlife neighbours. 8:30 MotherFatherSon (MA15+) [s] 9:30 The Accident (M l,s,v) [s] 10:20 ABC Late News [s] 11:00 The Virus [s] 11:25 Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS HELL (M) [s] 11:55 rage (MA15+) [s] 6:00 rage (PG) [s] 7:00 Weekend Breakfast [s] 10:00 rage Guest Programmer (PG) 12:00 ABC News At Noon [s] 12:30 Louis Theroux: America’s Medicated Kids (M) [s] 1:30 Father Brown: The Folly Of Jephthah (M) [s] 2:30 Further Back In Time For Dinner (PG) [s] 3:30 Escape From The City [s] 4:30 Landline [s] 5:00 Australian Story [s] 5:30 Midsomer Murders: Death By Persuasion (PG) [s] 7:00 ABC News [s] 7:30 Father Brown: The Numbers Of The Beast (PG) [s] – The priest walks in on a man standing over the body of his dead wife. 8:20 The Split (PG) [s] 9:20 Endeavour: Home (M v) [s] 10:55 Death In Paradise (PG) [s] 11:55 rage Guest Programmer (MA15+) [s] 6:00 rage (PG) [s] 7:00 Weekend Breakfast [s] 9:00 Insiders [s] 10:00 Offsiders [s] 10:30 The World This Week [s] 11:00 Compass: Champion Girls [s] 11:30 Songs Of Praise [s] 12:00 ABC News At Noon [s] 12:30 Landline [s] 1:30 Gardening Australia [s] 2:30 Restoration Australia [s] 3:30 My Family And The Galapagos [s] 4:30 The Mix [s] 5:00 Antiques Roadshow [s] 6:00 Australia Remastered [s] 7:00 ABC News Sunday [s] 7:40 Freeman [s] 8:35 Midsomer Murders (M) [s] 10:05 Mrs Wilson (M) [s] 11:10 Friday On My Mind (M l,v) [s] 12:40 Wentworth r (M l,v) [s] 1:20 Endeavour: Home (M v) [s] 3:00 Louis Theroux: The City Addicted To Crystal Meth/ America’s Medicated Kids (M)

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

NINE (C81/80)

5:30 6:00 Sunrise [s] 9:00 The Morning Show (PG) [s] 9:00 11:30 Seven Morning News [s] 11:30 12:00 Movie: “Jesse Stone: Innocents 12:00 Lost” (M v) (’11) Stars: Tom 1:00 Selleck, Kathy Baker, Kohl Suddut, Gloria Reuben, Stephen McHattie 2:00 Between Two Worlds (M v) [s] 3:00 The Chase UK [s] 4:00 Seven News At 4 [s] 3:00 5:00 The Chase Australia [s] 6:00 Seven News [s] 4:00 5:00 7:00 Better Homes And Gardens 8:30 Movie: “Kingsman: The Secret 6:00 Service” (M v,l) (’14) – A super- 7:00 secret spy organisation recruits 7:30 an unrefined but promising street kid into the agency’s 9:45 ultra-competitive training program, just as a global threat 10:35 emerges from a twisted tech genius. Stars: Taron Egerton, 1:00 Colin Firth, Mark Strong 11:05 Program To Be Advised 1:30 4:30 12:30 Home Shopping 6:00 6:00 Home Shopping 7:00 7:00 Weekend Sunrise [s] 10:00 The Morning Show - Weekend 10:00 12:00 (PG) [s] 12:30 12:00 Seven’s Horse Racing: 1:00 Flemington - Makybe Diva Stakes/ Rosehill - Run To The Rose [s] 5:00 Seven News At 5 [s] 5:30 Border Security - Australia’s 5:00 5:30 Front Line (PG) [s] 6:00 6:00 Seven News [s] 7:00 7:00 Border Patrol (PG) [s] 7:30 7:30 Movie: “White House Down” (M v,l) (’14) – While on a tour of the White House with his young daughter, a Capitol policeman 9:20 springs into action to save his child and protect the president from a heavily armed group of paramilitary invaders. Stars: Channing Tatum, Jamie Foxx 11:50 10:15 Movie: “The Maze Runner” (M v) (’14) Stars: Dylan O’Brien, 1:40 2:05 Aml Ameen, Ki Hong Lee 5:30 12:30 Home Shopping 6:00 6:00 Home Shopping 7:00 7:00 Weekend Sunrise [s] 10:00 The Morning Show - Weekend 10:00 11:00 12:00 House Of Wellness [s] 1:00 Towards Tokyo: The Opening 1:00 Ceremony Of The Olympic Games Sydney 2000 3:00 Uncovered [s] 3:30 Border Security - Australia’s Front Line: (PG) [s] 6:00 4:00 Better Homes And Gardens 5:00 Seven News At 5 [s] 7:00 5:30 Sydney Weekender [s] 6:00 Seven News [s] 7:00 All New Monty: Guys And Gals (PG) [s] 8:30 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous S2: The 8:30 9:30 Greenough Family Massacre 10:30 (MA15+) [s] 9:50 Code Blue: Murder: The 11:30 Murder Of Katherine Smith 12:20 (M v,l) [s] 12:50 10:55 Autopsy USA: Hugh Hefner (M) [s] 1:20 1:30 12:00 Medical Emergency (PG) [s]

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

TEN (C13)

SBS (C30)

Today [s] 6:00 Headline News [s] 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] Today Extra (PG) [s] 12:00 Dr Phil (PG) [s] NINE’s Morning News [s] Desperate Housewives (PG) 1:00 The Living Room [s] Movie: “Moonlight And 2:00 Entertainment Tonight [s] Valentino” (M l,s) (’95) – A 2:30 Judge Judy (PG) [s] young widow still grieving over 3:30 My Market Kitchen [s] the death of her husband finds 4:00 Everyday Gourmet With herself being comforted by a Justine Schofield [s] local house painter. Stars: 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] Elizabeth Perkins Tipping Point (PG) [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:00 WIN News [s] NINE’s Afternoon News [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 7:30 The Living Room [s] NINE News [s] 8:30 Have You Been Paying A Current Affair (PG) [s] Attention? (M) [s] NRL: Penrith Panthers v Parramatta Eels *Live* From 9:30 Just For Laughs Uncut TBA [s] (MA15+) [s] Friday Night Knock Off [s] 10:00 Just For Laughs (MA15+) [s] Movie: “The Last Castle” (M s,l) 10:30 The Project (PG) [s] (’01) Stars: Robert Redford Hayley & Lauren’s Adelady: 11:30 WIN’s All Australian News [s] 12:30 The Late Show With Stephen Barossa [s] Home Shopping Colbert (PG) [s] The Avengers (PG) [s] 1:30 Home Shopping 7:00 Which Car (PG) [s] Animal Tales [s] 7:30 Good Chef Bad Chef [s] Weekend Today [s] 8:00 My Market Kitchen [s] Today Extra - Saturday [s] 8:30 Jamie: Keep Cooking And Rivals (PG) [s] Carry On [s] The Garden Gurus [s] 9:00 Destination Dessert [s] Netball: Suncorp Super 9:30 Studio 10 Saturday (PG) [s] Netball: Fever v Swifts/ Magpies v Vixens *Live* From 12:00 Jamie & Jimmy’s Food Fight Club [s] Nissan Arena, Brisbane [s] 1:00 Farm To Fork (PG) [s] NINE News: First At Five [s] 1:30 Healthy Homes Australia [s] Getaway (PG) [s] 2:00 Pooches At Play [s] NINE News Saturday [s] 2:30 Hotels By Design [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] Movie: “Bride Wars” (PG) (’09) 3:00 What’s Up Down Under [s] 3:30 The Living Room (PG) [s] Stars: Kate Hudson, Anne 4:30 Taste Of Australia With Hathaway, Candice Bergen, Hayden Quinn [s] Bryan Greenberg Movie: “Bridesmaids” (MA15+) 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:00 Family Feud (PG) [s] (’11) Stars: Kristen Wiig, Melissa McCarthy, Rose Byrne, 7:00 Bondi Rescue (PG) [s] 7:30 Ambulance Australia (M) [s] Maya Rudolph, Ellie Kemper Movie: “A Fish Called Wanda” 8:40 Ambulance UK (PG) [s] (M l,s) (’88) Stars: John Cleese 9:55 One Born Every Minute (M) [s] 10:55 Law & Order: SVU (M s,d) [s] A Current Affair [s] 12:55 NCIS: Los Angeles (M) [s] Home Shopping 2:00 Home Shopping Wesley Impact [s] 6:00 Religious Programs [s] Animal Tales [s] 7:30 Fishing Australia [s] Weekend Today [s] 8:00 The Living Room [s] Sports Sunday (PG) [s] Sunday Footy Show (PG) [s] 9:00 Taste Of Australia [s] Netball: Suncorp Super 9:30 Studio 10 Sunday (PG) [s] 12:00 Family Feud (PG) [s] Netball: Lightning v Firebirds 1:00 Farm To Fork [s] *Live* From USC Stadium [s] NRL: Melbourne Storm v North 1:15 Program To Be Advised 2:30 Hotels By Design (PG) [s] Queensland Cowboys *Live* From Sunshine Coast Stadium 3:00 Jamie: Keep Cooking And Carry On [s] NINE News Sunday [s] 3:30 Everyday Gourmet [s] The Block: Master Bedroom And Walk-In-Robe Reveal (PG) 4:00 Which Car [s] 4:30 RPM [s] [s] – Which team takes home $10,000 cash and which team’s 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:00 WIN News [s] room do the judges deem a 6:30 The Sunday Project (PG) [s] disaster? 7:30 Family Feud (PG) [s] 60 Minutes (PG) [s] 8:30 FBI: Salvation (M v) [s] – A NINE News Late [s] teacher goes missing after an See No Evil: Run For The Door altercation with a student, and (M) [s] evidence suggests he has been Grand Hotel: Pilot (M l,v) [s] murdered. Rivals (PG) [s] 9:30 FBI: Appearances (M v) [s] The Garden Gurus [s] 10:30 NCIS: Handle With Care (M) [s] Explore: Gwydir Castle [s] 11:30 The Sunday Project (PG) [s] Home Shopping

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

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

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CGTN English News NHK World English News Worldwatch Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Daily Update Worldwatch Tennis: US Open 2020 Women’s Semi Finals *Live* From New York City Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Daily Highlights Gadget Man: Home Improvement/ Downsizing Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Daily Highlights Mastermind Australia SBS World News George W. Bush (M) – Thirty six days after the November 2000 election, Bush emerged the victor of the most contested race in the nation’s history. Cycling: Tour De France 2020 *Live* Stages Rick Stein’s Spain Rick Stein’s India CGTN English News NHK World English News Worldwatch Tennis: US Open 2020 Men’s Semi Finals *Live* From New York City Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Daily Highlights Travel Man: Marrakech Cycling: Giro Rosa 2020 Highlights Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Daily Highlights SBS World News Walking Britain’s Lost Railways: Durham (PG) – Rob turns the clock back to the very dawn of the railway age. Our modern railways were ‘born’ in the industrial heartlands of the North-East, where for over 150 years, coal was king. Cycling: Tour De France 2020 *Live* Stages Rick Stein’s Spain Rick Stein’s India CGTN English News NHK World English News Worldwatch – Deutsche Welle English News Tennis: US Open 2020 Women’s Final *Live* Finals *Live* From New York City Worldwatch Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Stage Replays Speedweek Gadget Man: Shopping Gadget Man: Cooking Gadget Man: Property Cycling: Giro Rosa 2020 Highlights Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Daily Highlights SBS World News Lost Worlds And Hidden Treasures (PG) Cycling: Tour De France 2020 *Live* Stages Rick Stein’s Spain Rick Stein India Food Safari Earth

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

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Today [s] Today Extra [s] NINE’s Morning News [s] Desperate Housewives (PG) Getaway [s] The Block: Master Bedroom And Walk-In-Robe Reveal (PG) Tipping Point [s] NINE’s Afternoon News [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] NINE News [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] The Block: Master Ensuite Week (PG) [s] – Keith loses his patience and wants to kick someone off The Block. Celebrity IOU: Melissa McCarthy’s Hero Home Makeover (PG) [s] NINE News Late [s] 100% Footy (M) [s] Lethal Weapon: Get The Picture (MA15+) [s] Tipping Point [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] Home Shopping

6:00 Headline News [s] 5:00 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 5:15 12:00 Dr Phil (PG) [s] 5:30 1:00 Program To Be Advised 6:00 2:00 Entertainment Tonight [s] 2:30 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 10:00 3:30 My Market Kitchen [s] 11:00 4:00 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield [s] 1:00 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful 2:00 (PG) [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] 3:00 6:00 WIN News [s] 4:00 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 7:30 The Masked Singer Australia 5:00 (PG) [s] 8:40 Have You Been Paying 6:00 Attention? (M) [s] 6:30 9:40 Drunk History Australia (M) [s] 7:30 10:10 Just For Laughs (MA15+) [s] 10:40 The Project (PG) [s] 8:30 11:40 WIN’s All Australian News [s] 9:30 12:40 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert (PG) [s] 10:25 1:30 Home Shopping 10:55 4:30 CBS This Morning [s]

CGTN English News NHK World English News Worldwatch Tennis: US Open 2020 Men’s Final *Live* Finals *Live* Worldwatch Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Stage Replays Worldwatch Jeff Bezos: The Rise And Reign Of Amazon (PG) Alex Polizzi Chef For Hire Cycling: Giro Rosa 2020 Highlights Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Daily Highlights Mastermind Australia SBS World News How The Victorians Built Britain: The Great Stink (PG) 24 Hours In Emergency (M) 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown (PG) SBS World News Late Agatha Christie’s Criminal Games (M v) (In French)

Today [s] Today Extra [s] NINE’s Morning News [s] Desperate Housewives (PG) Celebrity IOU: Melissa McCarthy’s Hero Home Makeover (PG) [s] The Block: Master Ensuite Week (PG) [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] NINE’s Afternoon News [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] NINE News [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] The Block: Master Ensuite Week (PG) [s] Halifax-Retribution (MA15+) [s] Bluff City Law: 25 Years To Life (M) [s] NINE News Late [s] Timeless: The General (M) [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] Home Shopping Easy Eats [s]

6:00 Headline News [s] 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 12:00 Dr Phil (PG) [s] 1:00 Program To Be Advised 2:15 Entertainment Tonight [s] 2:30 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 3:30 My Market Kitchen [s] 4:00 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield [s] 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:00 WIN News [s] 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 7:30 Todd Sampson’s Body Hack (M l,n) [s] – Todd explores the world of extreme drivers and why they risk their lives for their passion. 8:30 Ambulance Australia (M) [s] 9:30 NCIS: Bears And Cubs (M v) [s] 10:30 The Project (PG) [s] 11:30 WIN’s All Australian News [s] 12:30 The Late Show (PG) [s] 1:30 Home Shopping 4:30 CBS This Morning [s]

CGTN English News NHK World English News Worldwatch Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Daily Update Worldwatch PBS Newshour Jeff Bezos: The Rise And Reign Of Amazon (PG) Who Do You Think You Are?: Craig Revel Horwood (PG) Cycling: Giro Rosa 2020 Highlights Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Daily Highlights Mastermind Australia SBS World News Great Asian Railways Journeys: Singapore (PG) Insight (M) Dateline: Schools Under Siege The Feed Cycling: Tour De France 2020 *Live* Stages Rick Stein’s Long Weekends Bordeaux

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Today [s] Today Extra [s] NINE’s Morning News [s] Desperate Housewives (PG) Live Well For Longer [s] The Block: Master Ensuite Week (PG) [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] NINE’s Afternoon News [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] NINE News [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] The Block: Master Ensuite Week (PG) [s] Australian Crime Stories: The Dark Side (M v) [s] Murder Calls: Herman Rockefeller (M) [s] NINE News Late [s] New Amsterdam: Croaklahoma (M) [s] Dr Christian Jessen Will See You Now (M n) [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] Home Shopping Easy Eats [s]

6:00 Headline News [s] 5:00 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 5:15 12:00 Dr Phil (PG) [s] 5:30 1:00 Program To Be Advised 7:00 2:00 Entertainment Tonight [s] 2:30 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 8:00 3:30 My Market Kitchen [s] 11:00 4:00 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield [s] 1:00 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful 2:00 (PG) [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] 2:30 6:00 WIN News [s] 3:00 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 4:00 7:30 The Bachelor Australia (M) [s] 8:30 Bull: Prior Bad Acts (M v) [s] – 5:00 Bull’s new relationship with Diana, his on-again romantic 6:00 rival, is complicated by his 6:30 renewed feelings for his ex-wife. 7:30 9:30 Bull: Leave It All Behind (M) [s] 10:30 The Project (PG) [s] 8:30 11:30 WIN’s All Australian News [s] 9:35 12:30 The Late Show (PG) [s] 1:30 Home Shopping 1:30 4:30 CBS This Morning [s]

CGTN English News NHK World English News Worldwatch Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Daily Update Worldwatch Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Stage Replays PBS Newshour Great British Railway Journeys (PG) Dateline: Schools Under Siege Insight Cycling: Giro Rosa 2020 Highlights Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Daily Highlights Mastermind Australia SBS World News Arabia With Levison Wood: Valley Of The Past (M) Hillary: Golden Girl (M l) Cycling: Tour De France 2020 *Live* Stages Rick Stein’s Long Weekends Reykjavik

5:30 6:00 Sunrise [s] News Breakfast [s] 9:00 9:00 The Morning Show (PG) [s] ABC News Mornings [s] 11:30 11:30 Seven Morning News [s] Planet America [s] 12:00 Movie: “Murder By Numbers” 12:00 Australian Story [s] 1:00 (M s,v,l) (’02) Stars: Sandra Grand Designs Australia (PG) Bullock, Ben Chaplin ABC News At Noon [s] 2:00 2:30 RSPCA Animal Rescue [s] Hard Quiz (PG) [s] 3:00 The Chase UK [s] Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS 3:00 4:00 Seven News At 4 [s] HELL (M) [s] 4:00 5:00 The Chase Australia [s] Delicious (M l) [s] 5:00 6:00 Seven News [s] ABC News Afternoons [s] 6:00 7:00 Home And Away (PG) [s] Think Tank (PG) [s] Grand Designs Australia (PG) 7:30 America’s Got Talent: Results 7:00 Show 4 (PG) [s] – The results of 7:30 The Drum [s] the last live show are revealed, Sammy J [s] and the judges announce the ABC News [s] 9:45 next acts to progress. 7.30 [s] The Heights (PG) [s] 8:30 Movie: “The Commuter” (M v,l) (’18) – An insurance salesman/ Escape From The City: Coffs ex-cop is caught up in a criminal Harbour NSW: The Dormans [s] conspiracy during his daily Secrets Of The Museum [s] 10:30 commute home. Stars: Liam ABC Late News [s] 11:00 Neeson, Vera Farmiga Louis Theroux: The Ultra 10:45 The Latest Seven News [s] 12:00 Zionists (M l,v) [s] 1:00 Louis Theroux: Return To The 11:15 Program To Be Advised 1:30 1:30 Home Shopping Most Hated Family (M l) [s]

Today [s] Today Extra [s] NINE’s Morning News [s] Desperate Housewives (PG) New Amsterdam: Croaklahoma (M) [s] The Block: Master Ensuite Week (PG) [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] NINE’s Afternoon News [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] NINE News [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] NRL: South Sydney Rabbitohs v Canterbury Bulldogs *Live* From TBA [s] Golden Point (M) [s] – Peter Sterling, Paul Vautin, Andrew Johns and Billy Slater join James Bracey for the all the post-match NRL news. NINE News Late [s] Prison Girls - Life Inside (M) Tipping Point (PG) [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] Home Shopping

6:00 Headline News [s] 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 12:00 Dr Phil (PG) [s] 1:00 Program To Be Advised 2:00 Entertainment Tonight [s] 2:30 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 3:30 My Market Kitchen [s] 4:00 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield [s] 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:00 WIN News [s] 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 7:30 The Bachelor Australia (M) [s] 8:30 Gogglebox (M l) [s] 9:30 Program To Be Advised 10:00 Just For Laughs (M s,l) [s] 10:30 This Is Us: Flip A Coin (M) [s] 11:30 WIN’s All Australian News [s] 12:30 The Project (PG) [s] 1:30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert (PG) [s] 2:30 Home Shopping 4:30 CBS This Morning [s]

CGTN English News NHK World English News Worldwatch Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Daily Update Worldwatch Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Stage Replays PBS Newshour Over The Black Dot Jonah And The Whale (PG) Cycling: Giro Rosa 2020 Highlights Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Daily Highlights Mastermind Australia SBS World News The World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys: Spain (PG) Secrets Of The Tower Of London (PG) Cycling: Tour De France 2020 *Live* Stages Rick Stein’s Long Weekends Berlin Italian Food Safari

News Breakfast [s] ABC News Mornings [s] Landline [s] Grand Designs Australia (PG) ABC News At Noon [s] The Accident (M l,s,v) [s] Delicious (M l,s) [s] ABC News Afternoons [s] Think Tank (PG) [s] Grand Designs Australia (PG) The Drum [s] ABC News [s] 7.30 [s] Australian Story [s] Four Corners [s] Media Watch [s] Q&A (PG) [s] ABC Late News [s] Further Back In Time For Dinner: The 1910s (PG) [s] Wentworth: Panic Button (MA15+) [s] rage (MA15+) [s] Gardening Australia [s] The Drum [s] 7.30 [s]

6:00 Sunrise [s] 9:00 The Morning Show (PG) [s] 11:30 Seven Morning News [s] 12:00 Movie: “Undercover Wife” (M v) (’16) – A forensic accountant goes looking for the person who murdered her husband, who is an undercover FBI agent. Stars: Jewel Staite, Ryan Robbins, Martin Cummins, Leah Gibson, John Cassin, Lucia Walters 2:00 Criminal Confessions: Tazewell, Virginia (M v,l) [s] 3:00 The Chase UK (PG) [s] 4:00 Seven News At 4 [s] 5:00 The Chase Australia [s] 6:00 Seven News [s] 7:00 Home And Away (PG) [s] 7:30 Plate Of Origin (PG) [s] 9:00 9-1-1: Lone Star: Awakening (M) [s] 10:00 9-1-1: Lone Star: Austin, We Have A Problem (M) [s] 11:00 The Latest Seven News [s] 11:30 Absentia: Cover (MA15+) [s] 12:30 Home Shopping

News Breakfast [s] ABC News Mornings [s] Four Corners [s] Grand Designs Australia (PG) ABC News At Noon [s] The Split (PG) [s] Delicious (M l,n) [s] ABC News Afternoons [s] Think Tank (PG) [s] Grand Designs Australia (PG) The Drum [s] ABC News [s] 7.30 [s] Anh’s Brush With Fame: Father Bob (PG) [s] Further Back In Time For Dinner: The 1920s (PG) [s] The Great Acceleration: Blue Marble (PG) [s] ABC Late News [s] Q&A [s] Wentworth: Plan Bea (M l,s,v) rage (MA15+) [s] Gardening Australia [s] The Drum [s] 7.30 [s]

6:00 Sunrise [s] 9:00 The Morning Show (PG) [s] 11:30 Seven Morning News [s] 12:00 Movie: “A Trick Of The Mind” (M v) (’06) Stars: Alexandra Holden, Paul Johansson 2:00 Criminal Confessions: Canton, Ohio (M v,l) [s] 3:00 The Chase UK [s] 4:00 Seven News At 4 [s] 5:00 The Chase Australia [s] 6:00 Seven News [s] 7:00 Home And Away (PG) [s] 7:30 Plate Of Origin (PG) [s] – The quarter finals fast-and-furious round continues with the last four teams left to cook battling for the final two places. 9:00 Movie: “Taken 2” (M v) (’12) Stars: Liam Neeson 11:00 The Latest Seven News [s] 11:30 The Goldbergs: The Return Of The Formica King (PG) [s] 12:00 Marvel’s Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D.: The End (M v) [s] 1:00 Home Shopping

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6:00 Sunrise [s] 9:00 The Morning Show (PG) [s] 11:30 Seven Morning News [s] 12:00 Movie: “The Perfect Husband: The Laci Peterson Story” (M) (’04) Stars: Dean Cain, Sarah Brown, GW Bailey, Dan Cashman, Roark Critchlow, Palmer Davis, David Denman 2:00 Criminal Confessions: Largo, Florida (M v,l) [s] 3:00 The Chase UK [s] 4:00 Seven News At 4 [s] 5:00 The Chase Australia [s] 6:00 Seven News [s] 7:00 Home And Away (PG) [s] 7:30 Highway Patrol: Brand New Car (PG) [s] 8:00 Program To Be Advised 8:30 Program To Be Advised 9:15 Program To Be Advised 10:15 The Latest Seven News [s] 10:45 The Front Bar (M) [s] 11:45 Surveillance Oz: Dashcam (PG) [s] 12:30 Home Shopping

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NOT FOR PROFIT ORGANISATIONS

ARTS & CULTURE ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE

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

CENTRAL COAST ART SOCIETY

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

publicity@artcentralcoast.asn.au

CENTRAL COAST POETS INC

Would you like to read, write and share your poetry. We hold workshops and create anthologies. We meet the second Saturday each month. Wyoming Memorial Community Hall. Contact us by email info@centralcoastpoets.com.au

or you may ring Clive 0419120347

HANDWEAVERS, SPINNERS AND TEXTILE ARTS GUILD

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

TOUKLEY DISTRICT ART SOCIETY

Painting, drawing groups and classes, demonstarations and workshops. 7 days 10am-4pm, Cafe Tues-Drawing group 10am Wed - Painting group 9:30am 4392 4666 toukleyartgallery@gmail.com www.toukleyartgallery.com.au

TUGGERAH LAKES ART SOCIETY

Join us for the fun and enjoyment of art! Attend a weekly art group with mentors, exhibitions, workshops and a monthly members meeting with guests and prizes, held on the 4th Thurs of the month at The Entrance Community Centre 4333 8387 www.tlas.org.au president@tlas.org.au

COMMUNITY GROUPS ABC - “The Friends”

Safeguard ABC’s independence, funding, & standards. Meetings through the year & social mornings Well-known guest speakers 0400 213 514 www.fabcnsw.org.au

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CARAVANNERS

3rd Sun - Jan to Nov Trips Away, Social Outings, friendship with like minded folk Geoff 0447 882 150

Community Centre, Maidens Brush Rd Wyoming 10am 4325 0666

mahjong, zumba gold, line dancing, tai chi, painting, craft & computer classes. 4384 5152

Street East Gosford 4323 3890

TEMPO TERRIFIC CONCERT BAND

S.A Plays popular music for Is Internet porn destroying your community events. WYOMING life. Adult members play wind, We may be able to help. COMMUNITY CENTRE Central Coast Leagues Club brass and percussion We are a 12 step fellowship 2nd Wed Community support, Zumba, COMMUNITY LEGAL 0405 619 980 like AA. Taste and be educated on wine book club, community garden, www.tempoterrific.com CENTRE by various wineries. facility hire, fine assistance, Meets every Sat at 7pm on the Not for profit service providing POLITICAL PARTIES Central Coast Purchases not mandatory volunteer opportunity, CDAT & free legal advice Contact for further details Keith - 0420 722 529 OSHC/Vacation Care Mon - Fri 9am to 5pm Fraser - 0416 831 088 4323 7483 0473 631 439 4353 4988 CENTRAL COAST GREENS accounts@gosfordcommunity.org.au newcastlesagroup@gmail.com contact@centralcoastclc.org.au Local, state wide, national and www.gosfordcommunity.org.au LEARN TO DANCE international issues and CENTRAL COAST Social ballroom dancing for all 50+ SINGLE & campaigns ages, all you need is a desire ASBESTOS DISEASES Council and parliamentary SOCIAL GROUP to learn and dance, SUPPORT GROUP representation Fun & friendship BETTER HEARING no partner required. Support for those suffering 3rd Thur Monthly progam of dinner, meet every Tues - St Luke’s AUSTRALIA with asbestos diseases and centralcoast.nsw.greens.org.au dancing, scrabble, Anglican Church, 7pm Hearing loss management others interested in asbestos centralcoastgreens@gmail.com cards, Tenpin etc. & 15 Lorraine Ave Support and educational issues. You are not alone, meet 0437 699 366 Berkeley Vale, 2:30pm groups providing practical with others who can share LABOR PARTY 0407 003 214 Anne - 0409 938 345 experience and confidence their experiences. Bring a OURIMBAH/ NARARA anneglazier@y7mail.com 4321 0275 family member or friend. BRANCH CCLC INDOOR BOWLS 1pm at Ourimbah RSL on forth NAVAL ASSOCIATION OF Discussion/action community Mon - Ladies Social Wed of each month. PROSTATE CANCER Issues – 3 levels of AUSTRALIA CENTRAL Wed Night & Sat - Mixed Social Maree 0419 418 190 SUPPORT GROUP Government Tuition given COAST SUB-SECTION 4323 3890 Last Fri 9.30am Function Room, Grange Hotel, Level 2, Central Coast Meets on the 2nd Sat of each Terrigal Uniting Church Wyoming Leagues Club month at Gosford RSL - 10am, HENRY KENDALL 380 Terrigal Dr, Terrigal 7.30pm 1st. Monday 4334 3800 new memebrs most welcome, 4367 9600 COTTAGE & 0410 309 494 serving or ex ran, rn and other www.pcfa.org.au HISTORICAL MUSEUM Kyle.macgregor@hotmail.com commonwealth navies. GOSFORD NORTH Visit our c1838 Cottage & -0400 103 765 PROBUS CLUB DYING WITH DIGNITY Museum with exhibits of early PUBLIC SPEAKING brucesmith59@bigpond.com 4th Tues, Grange Hotel, Campaigning to give those settlers. School and group Wyoming 10am suffering unrelievable terminal bookings. Members & COMMUNITY CENTRES BLUE GUM FLAT 4322 5560 or incurable illness the choice volunteers welcome. Open TOASTMASTERS to receive legal medical Wed/Sat/Sun 10.30am Develop confidence by GOSFORD 50+ LEISURE assistance to die. SENIORS’ COMPUTER 2:30pm. West Gosford improving your speaking skills. Quarterly mtgs, Erina Fair. 4325 2270 AND LEARNING CENTRE CLUB 1st & 3rd Mon 7.15-9.30pm 0434 426 486 www.henrykendallcottage.org.au Mon-Fri Non-profit club to help Ourimbah RSL robyncameron@y7mail.com Brisbane Water Historical Society members master computers, Chess, darts, handicraft, indoor 4362 7227 bowls, knitting, line dancing, tablets, phones and keep up origami, painting, pencil FELLOWSHIP OF with grand children MEALS ON WHEELS drawing, scrabble, Friendly Volunteer Helpers Delicious meals delivered free FIRST FLEETERS scrapbooking, sit & sew, table scccc@internode.on.net Join us for a midday meal For anyone interested in early tennis, Ukulele Google scccckincumber INNER WHEEL CLUBS Help with shopping and history. 4304 7065 4307 9421 cooking classes Don’t need to be a First Fleeter. Women working together to 4363 7111 Point Clare Community Hall make a difference and improve lives while making new GOSFORD-NARARA 2nd Sat 10:30am TERRIGAL WAMBERAL friends. 4392 1926 4311 6254 NEIGHBOURHOOD CANCER INFORMATION RSL SUB-BRANCH Social outings and community CENTRE & SUPPORT SOCIETY Pension and welfare officers involvment. School Holiday activities, Promoting prevention, self-help available to assist with DVA Wyong 3rd Wed 6.30pm playgroup, multicultural and freedom of choice in compensation claims and Terrigal 3rd Mon 12 noon programs, community activities therapies. BRISBANE WATER BRASS benefits Gosford North 2nd Wed 7pm Rooms for Hire Henry Kendall Gardens Brass Band entertainment for Breakers Country Club 0417 480 549 4329 4477 Summer 3rd Mon - 7pm, the community playing all Wed & Fri 10am – Midday 0407 008 555 admin@gnnc.com.au Winter 3rd Sat - 2pm types of popular music Meet 2nd Sat 10am 0410 696 458 Wed 8pm -10pm 4384 2661 LIONS CLUB OF WOY WOY cisscentralcoast@bigpond.com Terrigal-WamberalSB@rslnsw. 0419 274 012 POINT CLARE Make new friends & have fun org.au. COMMUNITY HALL while serving your community Community garden, paygroup, PENINSULA LIGHTHOUSE COASTAL A CAPPELLA Everglades Country Club Mobile counselling service craft & exercise groups Award winning women’s U3A CENTRAL COAST 3rd Monday of each month supporting ALL people Function or meeting room hire a cappella chorus. Enjoy a diverse range of 0478 959 895 suffering from Domestic 4323 7483 Music education provided. courses and activities for accounts@gosfordcommunity.org.au Violence Rehearsals Tuesday 7pm @ seniors. Keep your mind active ROTARY CLUB OF www.gosfordcommunity.org.au Counselling services Red Tree Theatre Tuggerah. and make new friends. GOSFORD Mon, Ettalong Baptist Church, Performance opportunities. 0408 704 701 Supporting local & overseas 0417 472 374 www.centralcoast.u3anet.org.au Hire us for your next event. KARIONG penlighthouse@gmail.com communities. 0412 948 450 NEIGHBOURHOOD www.peninsulalighthouse.info/ Share fellowship & fun. coastalacappella@gmail.com VOLUNTEERING CENTRE Gosford Golf Club 6pm Thurs Early childhood clinic, free CENTRAL COAST 0414 777 748 AL - ANON FAMILY SOUNDWAVES family law advice, active Refer potential volunteers to www.gosfordrotary.org.au GROUPS HEALTH A cappella harmony for men playgroup, computer classes, community organisations & Mon 7.00 to 9.30pm OOSH services, fitness classes, We offer hope and friendship provide support to them. ROTARY CLUB OF for people affected by Central Coast Leagues Club, arts & crafts, over 50’s Training to volunteers and someone else’s drinking. GOSFORD NORTH Dane Drive, Gosford friendship group, youth group, managers of volunteers Info Al-anon family groups Active community minded club. Max 4324 3631 & social groups. sessions held regularly. meet weekly, please contact Many projects focussed on Kieran 4324 1977 4340 1724 4329 7122 1300 252 666 assisting youth wwww.knc.net.au recruit@volcc.org.au al-anon.org.au Graham Black - 0410 509 071 WINE APPRECIATION CLUB

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WILDLIFE ARC

Rescue and care for injured and orphan native animals. 24hr/day, 7days/week. Meet 3rd Sun Wyoming

TERRIGAL 50+ LEISURE & LEARNING CENTRE Fitness, yoga, bridge,

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS - Someone cares. Wed & Fri - 12.30pm, Progress Hall Henry Parry & Wells

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SYMPHONY CENTRAL COAST

Community Orchestra Rehearsals Wed 7.30 - 9.45pm Erina info@sympnonycentralcoast.com

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SPECIAL INTEREST CCLC BRIDGE CLUB

required. Central Coast Leagues Club 12.30pm Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri. Sat 1.30pm, Wed 7.15pm 4325 9854

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CENTRAL COAST GOJU-KAI KARATE

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

CENTRAL COAST SOARING CLUB INC

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

SPIRITUALITY IN THE PUB

Ecumenical & interfaith speakers forum & Q&A. 1st Tues March to October 2nd Tues November 7.30 to 9pm Grange Hotel, Wyoming 4365 9197

WOMEN’S GROUPS WOMEN’S HEALTH CENTRES

Counselling, therapeutic and social groups, workshops, domestic violence and abuse issues. All services provided by women for women 4324 2533 www.cccwhc.com.au

SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL BRISBANE WATER

Making a difference in the lives of women & girls through awareness, advocacy & action 2nd Thur 7 pm Breakers Country Club, Dover Rd, Wamberal sibrisbanewater@siswp.org www.siswp.org

PROBUS CLUBS AVOCA BEACH PROBUS CLUB

with a great social program, guest speakers and optional bistro lunches. Google our name for our fully informative newsletter. Meet 10am, 3rd Mon each month at Avoca Beach Bowling Club. avocaprobus@gmail.com

SPORT DOYALSON WYEE SOCCER CLUB

Football club for the local community. Juniors from under 5 to senior teams. Kerry 0410 045 981 president@doylowolves.com.au

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Connections more crucial than ever as demand for mental health services escalate

As the nation celebrated R U OK? Day on September 10, Coast Community Connections highlighted the importance of youth mental health services in the region.

The not-for-profit organisation, a leading provider of youth mental health services to the local community, has seen a notable escalation in demand for its services in the past several months. “We have seen an increase in the number of youth presenting

who are experiencing high levels of anxiety, mental health issues, self-harm and suicide ideation,” CEO Bruce Davis said. “And sadly, it is a trend that is being reflected right through our community. “In addition to the rise in youth reaching out for help, there has also been an increase in the number of parents and carers who are reaching out to request assistance on behalf of a young person they are concerned about.

“Local schools are also reporting an increase in ‘school refusal’, where a student refuses to attend school due to a lack of emotional capacity.” Davis said thanks to muchneeded funding and strong partnerships with organisations such as the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) and Primary Health Network (PHN), Coast Community Connections’ Coast Youth Service team has continued to deliver a range of vital services including individual support

and psycho-education to assist young people to feel empowered and make informed choices about their lives. “We’re also seeing an increase in demand for our youth drug and alcohol counselling services which we believe can be attributed to the current climate of uncertainty due the COVID-19 pandemic and there is often a correlation between an increase in drug and alcohol use and mental health issues,” he said.

“It’s evident from the increase in demand we are seeing that young people need support now more than ever. “R U OK? Day is a timely reminder that we all have a duty to reach out, check in and stay connected with those around us. “It may not seem like much, but it can make a world of difference to a person in need.” Source: Media release, Sep 10 Coast Community Connections

Coast Community Connections CEO Bruce Davis

YMCA adopts new child safety program A new child safety model will be implemented in all YMCA centres around the Central Coast, as part of the 30-year celebration of National Child Protection Week. The campaign by the youth community not-for-profit organisation, The Y NSW, is one of the first-ever child safety models co-designed by children and young people across a

country. The Stay Safe, Tell Someone program was developed through the eyes and voices of more than 500 children in Australia aged 3-18 who participated in face-to-face consultations and surveys. The Y NSW Central Coast Area Children Services Manager, Breanne Sutherland, said the program would help the youth of the Central Coast feel safer.

“By actively seeking the views and input of children and young people, the Stay Safe, Tell Someone resources represent a shift in thinking about the way we protect children,” Sutherland said. “The Y NSW is rolling out these resources to our centres on the Central Coast to ensure we deliver on our commitment to ensuring children and young people feel safe when participating in our activities

and are empowered to speak up if they have any issues or concerns.” The Y’s Safeguarding Children and Young People National Executive, Phil Doorgachurn, said Stay Safe, Tell Someone encouraged children to speak up. “We commenced this program with Delroy Consulting in early 2019 and the message from the consultations and surveys was

clear – if you see something, hear something or feel something that makes you feel unsafe or worried, you should tell someone,” he said. “We had children and young people participate from 17 different locations across five states and territories, including remote communities. “The children and young people told us that the best way for them to learn about safety

and to raise concerns is through direct communication with a trusted adult and that we should keep information simple using images and words.” The training package is targeted at four audiences: children (up to 6 years), children (7 to 11 years), young people (12 to 18 years) and adults. Source Media release, Sep 8 The YMCA NSW

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28 Summers

Author: Elin Hilderbrand Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

One of the drawbacks of finishing a book is that I have to find another one to read. This shouldn’t be an issue … there are so many books. The challenge is that they aren’t all good – and reading time is precious. It seems wasteful to use that scarce time reading a bad book. Ergo, I spend quite a bit of time researching what books to read in the hope that the next book will be a good one. For the past few months, each time I searched for a book 28 Summers kept coming up. I would skip it for another book but I felt fate at play here and so I finally purchased it. Was it a good call? Mallory Blessing is 24 years old and struggling in New York City. She is a receptionist and lives in an apartment in the Upper East Side with her childhood friend Leland. She can’t afford the rent so her parents chip in. Leland is growing tired of the arrangement. When a promising job comes up Mallory applies for it … and so does Leland – Leland gets it. And so, things for Mallory are bleak. But her escape comes when her aunt passes away and leaves Mallory a house in Nantucket. Mallory gladly leaves the futon in the living room for a new life on the beach. Mallory’s brother, Cooper is getting married (it

will be the first of many, many marriages). In lieu of a bachelor party he wants to spend Labor Day weekend with his friends, Fray and Jake, in Nantucket. Fray and Cooper are old friends, while Jake and Cooper are friends from university. Mallory has spoken to Jake throughout the years, when she would call Cooper and Jake would pick up the phone (in the days before mobiles phones). They were flirty on the phone but when she sees him in person the sparks fly. The bachelor weekend ends up being a weekend alone for Jake and Mallory and they have so much fun they agree to do it every year, ala the movie Same Time, Next Year. As promised, Mallory and Jake meet up every Labor Day weekend for the next 28 years.

Nothing is going to stop this arrangement. Even when Jake gets married to Ursula and has a daughter, Bess and even when Mallory has a son, Lincoln. Ursala decides to leave her very successful job as a lawyer to run for the senate, and then congress and ultimately the President of the United States. Being the husband of the president will make Labor Day weekends complicated. And things get even more complicated when Mallory is confronted with the prospect that her latest summer dalliance may be her last. The reason I kept skipping 28 Summers to choose another book, is that I have previously read two other books by Hilderbrand. The first was Summer of ’69, which I quite enjoyed.

The other book was The Identicals, which I enjoyed less – so much less that I wasn’t going to read another book by Hildebrand, until I did. Other (less reluctant) critics, including the New York Times, have described 28 Summers as a “sweeping love story” and “Hilderbrand’s best ever” - New York Times I suppose the intrigue is obvious – married couples are (hopefully) very content in their relationships and their busy, family-focused lives, but there is always a small longings for the things they don’t have, or the things they once give up. The notion of a secret, unrestrained relationship, a short break, an escape, a chance to break the shackles, even for a short time – well, you can see the allure. But it didn’t work for me. To be honest, I was so frustrated reading this book – it just didn’t make sense that Mallory would find it acceptable to only have Jake for one weekend of the year. Who does that? And while Jake professes love for Mallory, why then did he marry Ursala? Sure, Jake and Ursala have history, but he doesn’t seem to like her that much. And Ursala running for president to make a change? Is her character not otherwise too selfcentered? The writing just isn’t good enough to help you escape from the glaring oddities of the situation. The repetition of the yearly meal and music also got a little tiresome. Although I did enjoy “What are we talking about (insert year)?” which started each chapter. It brought back some memories and made me realise how little I know of pop culture. Kim Reardon The Reluctant Book Critic

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Business & Property The Central Coast is set to rival Sydney’s CBD, with tourism in the area recording an all-time high for June and July. Data compiled by SeeChange for Central Coast Council shows Airbnb occupancies up by approximately 20 per cent compared to the same time last year, with rates for holiday parks, retail stores and restaurants also high in tourist destinations along the Coast. Council’s Director Connected Communities, Julie Vaughan, said the area had achieved impressive tourism numbers through winter. “Our region has moved from one emergency to the next in recent months, so it is very heartening to see that the Coast continues to grow as a tourist destination of choice,” Vaughan said. The Pecan Lady is one of more than 20 new businesses which have opened as a result of this influx of tourists. The farm stay accommodation at Somersby is set on a seasonal pecan farm, allowing visitors to engage in outdoor activities such as hiking and seasonal pecan picking. Owners Chris and Madeline

out of the city. “It is mostly just people trying to get out of lockdown in Sydney and sick of the city and sick of their apartment, and they want to get out for a day or two,” she said. “It’s young couples in their mid-20s and 30s wanting to have a night away.” Mayor Lisa Matthews is happy to see tourism growing on the Coast and said the resilience of the community is unparalleled. “Our region is hard to beat as a place to live, work and visit – stunning beaches, incredible bushwalks, picturesque hinterland, adventure activities, great locally produced food and cosmopolitan cafes and restaurants, bespoke shopping experiences – there’s something for everyone,” Cr Matthews said. “We’re encouraging all Central Coast businesses to ensure they have COVID-safe plans in place and for local community members to get out and about to discover some of the new gems our region has to offer and to rediscover old favourites.”

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A variety of activities are on offer for tourists in the Central Coast hinterlands

Stratford were thinking of setting up their Airbnb farm stay pre-COVID but said the shutdown gave them the time they needed to get it ready earlier.

“We had intended for it to be open and ready for later on when things cooled off, but people started booking straight away,” Chris Stratford said.

“We didn’t think that anyone would actually start booking in the middle of it all. “We are pretty much booked out every weekend and a few

nights through the week for the next two months.” Madeline Stratford said that around 70 per cent of visitors are Sydneysiders trying to get

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Can we become a sustainability centre of excellence? The Central Coast’s sustainability credentials will be on show on September 18 and 19 when the Central Coast Sustainable Association holds its first business showcase of the region’s industries of the future. The business-only showcase aims to create a collaborative environment for companies to share and inspire others on how to be sustainable and profitable. The event will be held at a factory in Berkley Vale and will feature Ted talk style presentations, called R.E.E.L Talks, as well as exhibitions

from a wide range of local industry leaders and business owners. Chairman of the Central Coast Sustainability Association and event co-ordinator, Bruce Cottrill, is hosting the event at his business factory, Bib ‘N Brace, which makes architectural products from recycled Australian timbers. Cottrill will be among 12 other industries leaders featured on the day. “We will be inviting every builder, manufacturer, architect, auto repair shop, food manufacturer and council officer from the Central Coast and surrounding regions to come and have a look at some

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Matthew Hingerty of Star Scientific will be one of the speakers

sustainable businesses we have on the Coast,” Cottrill said. Cottrill hopes in showcasing these industry clusters will lead

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the Coast into a more prosperous and sustainable future. “We have got talks and speakers who are experts in

their field, not only presenting what they are currently doing for sustainability, but some that have technology ready to be commercialised that we would like Central Coast Businesses to pick up and run with,” Cottrill said. Chief of Communications at Star Scientific, Matthew Hingerty, will be one of the 13 speakers presenting over the two-days and will share how the research centre engages in the possibilities around hydrogen as a new alternative energy source. “I want to try and get across the excitement that we feel here on how not just Australia, but the world is going through

a revolution in hydrogen and sustainable energy. “I think the Central Coast can play a key role in this research in Australia and globally,” Hingerty said. Central Coast Council is supporting the event and businesses are asked to register via the website www. sustaincc.org/showcase. This story is part of Central Coast Newspapers search for green shoot industries, companies, and small businesses who promote investment, employment, and sustainability on the Central Coast. Jacinta Counihan

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Temporary insolvency protections extended to end of year Business NSW Central Coast has welcomed an announcement that temporary insolvency and bankruptcy protections for businesses impacted by the coronavirus crisis have been extended to December 31. Regulations will be made to extend the temporary increase in the threshold at which creditors can issue a statutory demand on a company and the

time companies have to respond to statutory demands they receive The changes will also extend the temporary relief for directors from any personal liability for trading while insolvent. The measures were part of more than 80 temporary regulatory changes the Federal Government made designed to provide greater flexibility for businesses and individuals to operate during the coronavirus

crisis. Their extension will lessen the threat of actions that could unnecessarily push businesses into insolvency and external administration at a time when they continue to be impacted by health restrictions. Business NSW Central Coast Regional Director Paula Martin said extension of the relief measures was welcome with enormous strain having been put on Coast businesses, particularly those in the

tourism, hospitality and accommodation industries. “Even as we see health restrictions easing, two in five businesses are telling us that they will not be operating at pre-COVID levels,” Martin said. “As the pandemic deepens, we are seeing disturbing trends of businesses who are larger employers face an uncertain future as they exhaust their savings and shift towards debt based operating models.

“Business closure discussions are becoming a reality for businesses reliant on Jobkeeper payments across sectors. “We could see between 1530% of businesses on the Coast ultimately shut their doors affecting our unemployment rate. “Already we have nearly 22,000 of our locals on JobSeeker. “Next March will be here in

the blink of an eye, and an economic cliff still looms. “Government support needs to be tweaked to allow for private enterprise to recover and a focus on capital spending and the ability of businesses to rehire staff. “In particular, a focus on support to hire apprentices and trainees will be key for the Central Coast to offer career pathways to over 5000 youths.” Terry Collins

Local architects honoured at NSW and Newcastle Awards Leading Central Coastbased architect firm, CKDS, and its collaborators, Hill Thalis Architecture and Urban Projects, have collected a raft of honours at this year’s NSW Architecture Awards and the Newcastle Architecture Awards for their design of Verve Residences at Newcastle. And CKDS is bringing the

elements of design which led to the awards to its ongoing projects on the Central Coast, director Cain King said. The firm’s work on the residential and commercial development took out the Aaron Bolot Award for Residential Architecture – Multiple Housing, as well as the Blacket Prize for design excellence in a regional context at the NSW Architecture Awards.

At the Newcastle Awards, CKDS took home the prestigious Architecture Medal, the award for Residential Architecture – Houses (Multiple Housing) and a commendation for Sustainable Architecture. King said the firm’s Central Coast developments also incorporated a holistic balance between innovative design and sustainability. “We regard sustainability

highly when we design and these principles are within every project we do,” King said. “Even my own home nearing completion will be an off the grid, sustainable home. “Sustainability is very important – we have to make sure everything we do is done in its most efficient form. “We look at such things as orientation, ventilation – we open the design up where we

can and look at how heating and cooling can be achieved efficiently. “We look at hydronic heating, solar, battery supplies to the main wattage. “Good design sells and doesn’t have to cost very much.” King said the firm often operated under joint ventures. “We do joint ventures as much as we can; sometimes

you don’t think of everything and collaboration can be a good thing,” he said. “Also, we don’t want all the architecture to be the same; it’s important for urban context to have versatility.” King said community connectivity and recognition of history and place was important in all of the firm’s projects. Terry Collins

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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

58603/2020

13-08-2020 15 Plantation Pl

AVOCA BEACH

473/2020

10-08-2020 7 Lakin St

BATEAU BAY

630/2020

609/2020

641/2020

Address

11-08-2020 52 Marlowe Rd

11-08-2020 5 Bateau Bay Rd

13-08-2020 24 Epsom Pl

Suburb

BATEAU BAY

657/2020

14-08-2020 16 Forest Oak Pl

BERKELEY VALE

378/2019

14-08-2020 13 Grevillea Cr

BERKELEY VALE

659/2020

14-08-2020 201 Birdwood Dr

BLUE HAVEN

1404/2017

11-08-2020 26 Arizona Rd

CHARMHAVEN

57206/2019

06-08-2020 86 A Copacabana Dr COPACABANA

58690/2020

58556/2020

677/2020

631/2020

07-08-2020 209 Del Monte Pl

11-08-2020 50 Pine Ave

10-08-2020 22 Avonlea Ave

11-08-2020 50 Noamunga Cr

COPACABANA

DAVISTOWN

GOROKAN

GWANDALAN

400/2020

11-08-2020 251 Dicksons Rd

JILLIBY

588/2020

13-08-2020 46 Donald Ave

KANWAL

58279/2020

07-08-2020 9 Koolkuna Cl

KINCUMBER

376/2020

1710 George 10-08-2020 Downes Dr

KULNURA

581/2020

10-08-2020 11 Captain Cook Cr

LONG JETTY

537/2019

10-08-2020 208 The Entrance Rd LONG JETTY

514/2020

12-08-2020 48 Waterview St

LONG JETTY

424/2020

12-08-2020 46 Nirvana St

LONG JETTY

744/2020

13-08-2020 5 Neale St

LONG JETTY

645/2020

14-08-2020 107 Swadling St

LONG JETTY

589/2020

13-08-2020 1 Little Cobbs Ln

MARDI

58581/2020

05-08-2020 13 Stachon St

NORTH GOSFORD

742/2020

11-08-2020 72 Perouse Ave

SAN REMO

1415/2017

12-08-2020 33 Richardson Rd

SAN REMO

57282/2019

07-08-2020 4 Kapala Ave

SARATOGA

96/2019

10-08-2020 8 James Rd

TOUKLEY

519/2020

14-08-2020 3 Tamar Ave

TOUKLEY

257/2020

13-08-2020 15 Leetes Ln

TUMBI UMBI

52244/2017

12-08-2020 82 Timbertop Dr

UMINA BEACH

57593/2019

06-08-2020 90 Osborne Ave

UMINA BEACH

58513/2020

07-08-2020 61 Ryans Rd

UMINA BEACH

58544/2020

14-08-2020 82 Cambridge St

UMINA BEACH

58576/2020

11-08-2020 3 Carpenter St

UMINA BEACH

58669/2020

58724/2020

07-08-2020 60 Castle Cct

13-08-2020 86 McEvoy Ave

UMINA BEACH

764/2020

13-08-2020 180 Johns Rd

WADALBA

58611/2020

11-08-2020 486 Tumbi Rd

WAMBERAL

1144/2014

11-08-2020

694/2020

12-08-2020 45 Golf Links Dr

54098/2018

13-08-2020 2 - 20 Yallambee Ave WEST GOSFORD

58163/2020

623/2020

654/2020

37 - 53 Albert Warner Dr

WARNERVALE WATANOBBI

07-08-2020 89 Brick Wharf Rd

WOY WOY

13-08-2020 214 Yarramalong Rd

WYONG CREEK

14-08-2020 18 Windsorgreen Dr WYONG

Proposed Development

Verandah Extension & Minor Internal Alterations Garage & Replace Existing Deck

Deck & Awning

Front Fences

Additions & Carport

340/2020

Date

Address

14-08-2020 18 Canterbury St

Suburb

Date

14-08-2020 17 Coventry Ln

HAMLYN TERRACE Dwelling

350/2020

14-08-2020 62 Loretto Way

HAMLYN TERRACE Dwelling

369/2020

13-08-2020 31 Hume Bvd

KILLARNEY VALE

314/2020

Alterations & Additions (Amended Application)

Carport

Alterations & Additions to Indoor Recreation Facility (Amended Application) Community Facility - Copacabana Mens Shed

Dwelling Addition

Partially Inground Swimming Pool

Awning & Glass Enclosure

Garage & Inground Pool

Detached Secondary Dwelling

Use of Existing Garage for Home Business & Alterations & Additions to Existing Dwelling

1 into 2 Lot Subdivision

Dwelling, Shed & Inground Pool Staged Development (Amended Application)

Alterations & Additions

Residential Flat Building Comprising of 10 Units, Basement Parking & Demolition of the Existing Structures

Alterations & Additions

Detached Dual Occupancy & Torrens Title Subdivision

Swimming Pool

Additions & Deck

Alterations & Additions to Existing Dwelling Detached Secondary Dwelling & Inground Pool Dwelling House

Dwelling House (Amended Application)

Multi Dwelling Housing 3 Lot Strata Subdivision & Demolition of Existing Structures (Amended Application)

Proposed Plunge Pool

Dual Occupancy (Detached)

Split Level Dwelling (Amended Application)

Community Facility - Umina Mens Shed

Secondary Dwelling

3 Town Houses & Demolition of Existing Dwelling

Carport

Concrete Swimming Pool

Dwelling House

Demolition

Garage, Shed, Swimming Pool Inground & Tree Removal

Subdivision Including 52 Residential Lots, 1 Drainage Reserve Lot, 1 Conservation Lot & 1 Road Widening Lot & Associated Infrastructure (Amended Application)

Inground Pool

JRPP Staged Development - Stage 1: Construction of New Club. Stage 2: Demolition of Existing Club & Formation of Carparking (Amended Application)

Detached Garage

Dwelling

Shed

Proposed Development

HAMLYN TERRACE Dwelling

Suburb

Proposed Development

Carport

The following Development Applications are notified for public comment and are available for public inspection free of charge at the Central Coast Council offices in Gosford and Wyong, during business hours. Alternatively the applications can be viewed online at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au

Written submissions close: 18 September 2020 No

Address

Suburb

759/2020

6 Moorah Ave

BLUE BAY

752/2020

19 Roper Rd

BLUE HAVEN

770/2020

100 Chittaway Rd

CHITTAWAY BAY

727/2020

5 Marion Pl

JILLIBY

59190/2020

14 Hobart Ave

UMINA BEACH

Description

Dual Occupancy (Attached), 2 Lot Torrens Title Subdivision & Demolition of Existing Structures Applicant - Acrow Investments Group Pty Ltd

Alterations & Additions Incorporating Carpark Extension, Landscaping & New Pylon Signage Applicant - Aldi Foods Pty Ltd LED Signage Applicant - All Pride Signs & Marketing

Installation & Operation of a 60m Telecommunications Lattice Tower Applicant - Aurecon Australasia Pty Ltd

Digital LED School Sign Pylon Replacing Existing School Sign Applicant - CEO Architectural

Written submissions close: 25 September 2020 No

Address

Suburb

59209/2020

55 Springwood St

ETTALONG BEACH

4/2016

700 & 702 Pacific Hwy

HAMLYN TERRACE

Description

Demolish Existing Structures & Construct 3 Unit Multi Dwelling Housing Applicant - Knight Mapleton Design Partners

91 Small Lot Housing Development, Subdivision & Demolition of Existing Structures (Amended Application) Applicant - Thomas Paul Constructions Pty Ltd

Integrated Development

Written submissions close: 25 September 2020

Address

59058/2020

4 & 6 Mainsail Ave, ST HUBERTS 36 Cuttlefish Pde ISLAND

59063/2020

47 Helmsman Bvd, 3 Salacia Cl, 10 Barracouta Ave

751/2020

756 Yarramalong Rd

Above Ground Pool

Dual Occupancy Comprising the Existing Dwelling & Construction of a New Dwelling, 2 Lot Subdivision & Demolition (Amended Application)

Address

Development Applications

Dwelling

Complying Development Certificates No

Looking to lodge a development application, complying development application, or a construction, sub-division and occupation certificate? Visit centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/NSWPlanningPortal for more information and to register for the NSW Planning Portal

Suburb

ST HUBERTS ISLAND

WYONG CREEK

Description

Walkway & Pontoon Applicant - G F Williams The application has been made for the development consent under the Fisheries Management Act s205. Approval is also sought from the Department of Primary Industries (Fisheries). Walkway & Pontoon Applicant - C V Beltran The application has been made for the development consent under the Fisheries Management Act s205. Approval is also sought from the Department of Primary Industries (Fisheries). Adaptive Reuse of Existing Farm Buildings and Increase Guest Capacity Applicant - SJH Planning & Design 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.

Designated Development

Written submissions close: 29 September 2020

Address

Suburb

790/2020

20 Jack Grant Ave

WARNERVALE

Description

Waste or Resource Management Facility, Applicant - Tricon Mining Equipment Pty Ltd C/- ADW Johnson. The proposed development is Designated Development under the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979 and Schedule 3 of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Regulation 2000. The application is to be determined by the Hunter & Central Coast Regional Planning Panel due to Designated Development – Waste Facility. Submissions made in respect of the application will be provided to the RPP. The application has been made for the development consent under the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979. The proposed development is Nominated Integrated, approval is also sought from Environment Protection Authority (under Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997). During the exhibition period the application, accompanying documents and Environmental Impact Statement can be viewed via Council’s DA Trcker located on Council’s website www.centralcoast.nsw.gov.au. Hard copy documents may also be inspected during business hours at Council’s Customer Service Counter, 2 Hely Street Wyong, for the period commencing 28 August 2020 up to the close of business on 29 September 2020. During the exhibition period any person may make a submission in writing to the consent authority. Submissions can be made using the standard ‘submission form’ template available on Council’s website or in writing to Council’s postal address. Submissions will be made available for viewing on Council’s website. To help the efficiency of the assessment process, no late submissions will be considered. Any person who makes a written objection to the proposal and is dissatisfied with Council’s determination of the application may appeal to the Land and Environment Court in accordance with Section 8.8 and 8.10 of the Act. If a Commission of Inquiry is held, the determination is final and not subject to appeal.

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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Council app helps residents Get Prepared for bushfire season As bushfire and storm season approaches, Central Coast Council is urging residents to prepare themselves, their families and their homes for emergencies. Council is promoting Red Cross Emergency Preparedness Week, and the Get Prepared app, as part of its ongoing emergency preparation and community resilience building Get Ready Central Coast program. Council’s Acting Director of Connected Communities, Phil Cantillon, said the ‘Get Prepared’ app is an important tool that can help build community capacity to prepare for disasters through the development of individual emergency plans.

“It will help residents understand what resilience means to them by providing small step by step actions to enable each household to

develop a plan tailored to their needs, leading to a stronger community better able to respond to and adapt more readily to shocks and

stresses,” Cantillon said. Mayor Lisa Matthews said Council encourages residents to download the app and

engage in their own emergency plan preparation. “With Covid-19 restrictions, it is going to be more

important than ever that individual households understand their vulnerability to emergencies and are best prepared for them,” Cr Matthews said. “The Red Cross Get Prepared app is not specific to any hazard, whether your property is vulnerable to fire, flood or storm, this app helps to guide in emergency planning and preparing, leading to faster responses to an emergency and quicker recovery.” The Red Cross Get Prepared app can be downloaded at getprepared.app.link/ central-coast Source: Media release, Sep 1 Central Coast Council

IPART rate peg allows for 2 per cent hike in 2021/22 rates Central Coast ratepayers could see a 2 per cent hike in their rates next year, with the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) announcing the rate peg for 2021-22 on September 8. The peg is considerably lower than the 2020-21 limit of 2.6 per cent, which was adopted by Central Coast Council for the current financial year.

Tribunal Member Deborah Cope said that in setting the rate peg, IPART had recognised that councils face higher costs for their 2021 local government elections. “We have included an adjustment of 0.2 per cent for election costs based on the expected costs for the average council in NSW,” Cope said. “This allows councils to collect additional revenue in 2021-22 to meet the costs of the 2021 local government

elections. “The adjustment will be reversed through the 2022 23 rate peg to ensure that ratepayers are not overcharged in subsequent, non-election years.” IPART’s rate peg is based on the annual change in the Local Government Cost Index (LGCI), which measures the average costs faced by NSW councils. It reflects moderate price inflation over the previous year for most cost categories.

“The rate peg for 2021-22 is lower than recent years, which is a positive outcome for NSW ratepayers,” Cope said. Councils have the option to increase general income by the rate peg, less than the rate peg, or not at all. Local Government NSW (LGNSW) has welcomed the announcement, saying the 2021-22 rate peg is more than half a percentage point down on the current financial year. “The new 2 per cent rate peg

for 2021-22 will help NSW councils maintain essential services to their communities, local government’s peak body said today,” LGNSW President, Linda Scott said. “It won’t allow local governments to mitigate against the additional costs incurred following extended drought, bushfires, floods and COVID. “It’s tough right now for everyone, and of all levels of government, councils have the

strongest grassroots perspective on the job losses and economic damage. “No council in NSW is looking to increase rates beyond what is necessary – together, we are working incredibly hard to save jobs and stimulate local economies by investing in community infrastructure projects and community services.” Terry Collins

Tumbi Umbi rehab home proposal returns A proposal for a transitional group home for drug and alcohol rehabilitation at 30 Bakali Rd, Tumbi Umbi has been re-advertised for public comment. The rehab centre was advertised earlier this year and attracted a total of 153 objections. The proposed change of use to a transitional group home from a dual occupancy would see up to eight male residents residing in the house and participating in drug and or alcohol rehabilitation. A permanent on-site manager’s residence would be located above the garage of a second dwelling. The health rehabilitation centre would be privately-run and the approximate costs of attendance on the program would be $20,000 for a three

month stay. Wilson Planning, on behalf of the applicant, has replied to the public objections with a revised plan of management which stated that residents would be screened before admission, including a psychological/ psychiatric assessment, criminal record check and urine testing, to ensure that those admitted to the facility will not pose a threat to other transitional home residents, nor to neighbours of the facility. The centre would be a locked facility with high fences, locked entry points and security cameras. “Residents will be escorted to outside activities in the facility minibus,” the report said. “They will have no vehicles of their own present and will have no unsupervised access to the surrounding community.

“Only those who have progressed sufficiently will be allowed brief and occasional outings accompanied by approved family members.” The plan of management stated that complaints

procedures would be in place to address any unacceptable behaviour by transitional home residents, including eviction from the program to the care of family in the event of serious breaches.

“There will also be a prominently displayed number for neighbouring residents to call to speak with the manager to or make requests or lodge a complaint about any aspect of the facility that impinges on

their security or wellbeing,” the report said. “We can confirm that residents will be subject to random urine tests every week. “A failed result means expulsion from the program. “Our revised Plan of Management confirms that occupants found using illegal drugs or enabling other occupants will be reported to NSW Police and will have their residency terminated.” The proposal will go to the Local Planning Panel for a decision as more than 10 submissions were received. The latest call for public submissions closes on October 2. Source Central Coast DA Tracker September 3. DA 498/2020

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A Stirring Change: Time for some Spring cleansing indeed a unique and wonderful food for this purpose and a great post-Winter cleansing food for this reason. … but much, much more However, asparagus deserves so much more credit in the health stakes! In fact, historically it has been used as a traditional herbal medicine in China. What did they know that we’ve overlooked? Whilst asparagus has been traditionally used to treat fevers, cough and hair loss, among other things, recent studies have indicated that it has a much broader range of applications thanks to its anti-fungal, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and may be useful in the treatment of high blood pressure, high cholesterol and hyperglycaemia. Various bioactive substances have been identified in asparagus. It is one of the richest sources of rutin, which is predominantly composed of the flavonol quercetin – both are powerful Asparagus, potato and ham soup antioxidants. here are a few options for this soup, Now, one of my passions is finding creative ways to utilise the depending on your level of time and whole plant (root to tip) and the whole animal (nose-to-tail), just as many traditional cultures did. commitment. Not only does eating this way provide a much broader spectrum I couldn’t help making a broth beforehand, because that’s just of nutrients – and we’ll go into more detail in upcoming columns the way things go in my kitchen and I know it’s the secret to a as it’s a fascinating topic – it minimises food waste and there’s a really delicious and nourishing soup. sense of achievement and satisfaction that comes with using I happened to use both some smoked pork bones that had been every part. in the back of my freezer for a tad too long (from local butchery What to do with those woody stems? The Ethical Farmers) and also a smoked pork hock. What I’ve found repeatedly over the years, is that often we The latter has the skin intact, which results in the most silky, Westerners are unwittingly discarding the most nutrient dense gelatinous broth you can imagine. part of the plant or animal! And this is certainly the case with Either of these ingredients would make a great broth on its own, asparagus. but I was entertaining, so went with both. The bottom woody part of the stem is usually removed because This step is simple: place all the bones in a pot with enough of its toughness, however this section contains powerfully active water to cover and simmer gently for 2-4 hours. compounds in far greater amounts than the delicate green stems You may need to add water depending on the cooking time, to we all enjoy eating. keep the bones partly submerged. Strain the resulting broth to Approximately three times the amount of rutin can be found in include in the soup. asparagus bottom stems and this section also contains If using the pork hock, simply pick the meat off the bone and protodioscin, an antitumor substance, at a level over a hundred either add it into the soup or save it for another dish. times that seen in the green stems. If you’re marginally less obsessed with broth than I am – and Do I have any suggestions for how to make use of the woody let’s face it, it wouldn’t be unlikely – I’m fairly confident this soup stems? Well, not from experience, as yet. Aside from making a tea would still be a crowd-pleaser if you substituted water in its place. from them, the only thing I’m tempted to try is pickling, which I’d add a bit of extra cream or butter to compensate and an extra generally helps to break down fibre whilst leaving the nutrients pinch of salt. intact. If anyone happens to try this, over the course of Springtime, Ingredients please let me know. Regardless, I hope you take the opportunity this Spring, to go 1 kg smoked pork bones or 1 pork hock ahead and indulge in this delicious medicinal plant, whilst it is at 1.5 tbsp. olive oil its peak. 6 large shallots And if you’re looking for creative ways to enjoy it – not that 3 cloves garlic, sliced anything really beats lightly blanched in heavily salted water and 1kg potatoes, peeled and quartered topped with lemon, parmesan and a good quality olive oil – here 300g ham, roughly chopped is a delicious soup that I whipped up the other week, to rave 4 bunches asparagus, bottom stems removed, roughly chopped reviews. 50g butter Salt and pepper, to taste

Georgia Lienemann ell, Spring is here. Without a doubt, my favourite season of the year.

Time to move on from our immunity series and dive straight into our next topic: Spring Cleansing and Self Care. This week I thought I’d focus on one of my all-time favourite foods: asparagus. Most of us think of asparagus as a delicious, Spring vegetable – one that’s sexy enough to grace every fine dining menu, come early Spring. And if you’re like me, you may also have some residual childhood trauma associated with the canned variety – it’s one vegetable that simply doesn’t lend itself to that particular preservation method. Frankly, I think this should have been more obvious at the time, to whomever came up with the idea! A prebiotic … No doubt many of us consider asparagus to be a healthy choice as far as veggies go If you run in health circles, you’ve probably seen it featured in every ‘top 10’ list of best prebiotic foods. Prebiotics are a particular type of fibre that feed the beneficial bacteria in our digestive tract, helping them to proliferate. And whilst probiotics have stolen all the glory in recent years, consuming sufficient prebiotic fibre is actually much more central to maintaining a healthy gut. Asparagus, being such an abundant source of prebiotic fibre, is

1. Pre-make the pork broth first, so that you have it on hand for the soup. 2. Heat the olive oil and saute the shallots for 3 minutes in a large pot over high heat. Add the garlic and sauté for an extra 2 minutes or until the shallots are soft and translucent, stirring frequently to prevent burning. 3. Add the potatoes, reduce the heat to medium and continue to saute for another 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour over the stock and additional water if necessary, to cover the potatoes. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are well-cooked. 4. Add the ham and asparagus and simmer for another 7 minutes. Remove from the heat, allowing it to cool slightly, before adding the butter and blending well into a silky-smooth soup. Texture matters, here. You cannot over-blend, folks! 5. Add a pinch of salt if necessary and some pepper to season, then serve with some homemade hollandaise if you dare.

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What have you done for us lately?

Councillors list their most significant achievements in the past three years If it weren’t for the advent of the coronavirus pandemic, Central Coast voters would have been headed to the polls on September 12 to elect new councillors, bringing the amalgamated region back in line with the state’s fouryearly election cycle. Due to COVID-19, the local government elections have now been put back 12 months to September 4, 2021, with the next term of all NSW councillors to be three years to get elections back in sync. Our councillors therefore have another 12 months to serve but we thought it was timely, on the third anniversary of their election, to ask them to list their top three achievements to date. Many emphasized that all achievements required the support of the majority of councillors and implementation by staff, while others said it was important to also look at what had been proposed but voted down. “It is the small things that residents want addressed including fixing potholes, building jetties and boat ramps, skate park and sporting field upgrades, signage and the waiving of fees and charges for community groups that matter most,” one councillor said. Another lamented the lack of credit given to Council for increasing funding for infrastructure, capital works, community space and a more equitable allocation of funds across the local government area. “We cop a lot of criticism, of course some is justified, some is not, but it is important to recognise that over the last three years there has been significant investment in our local communities, and far more is required into the future,” the councillor said. Here’s a snapshot of what some Councillors saw as the most significant achievements over the past three years. Jillian Hogan 1. Direct employment of apprentices and trainees with a pathway to employment with Central Coast Council – previously these were contracted out to group training organisations with no real prospect of employment at the end. 2. San Remo state level BMX facility which is now up and running and a state level track with a clubhouse, canteen and a fully operational club. 3. The Noela Parade Reserve revitalisation, several playgrounds and memorials including the suicide and ANZAC memorial at Slade Park Budgewoi. Richard Mehrtens 1. Approval of the new Umina Mall project, which is expected to commence before the end of the year. “This has been a decade in the making and it shouldn’t have taken the amount of effort it did to get this

Facilities and culminated in August this year with a final “Facilities Leasing and Licensing Policy”. Jilly Pilon

$12M investment into our community on track – I am pleased that the community will finally have their local shops back, bigger and better than ever.” 2. Free Tree Program - Cr Mehrtens says the trees Council provides today are an investment in better communities tomorrow, and are vital in identified urban heat islands like the Peninsula. 3. Town Centre Banners. There were few issues, Cr Mehrtens says, that were as unpopular as the former Gosford Council’s decision to remove town centre banners from Umina and put the onus back onto community groups to pay for seasonal banners. “After a lot of pushing and working with staff, I am so pleased that the banners have returned to Gosford and Umina – giving just that little bit more life to our town centres.” Jeff Sundstrom 1. Securing suitable Domestic Violence leave provisions for council staff. 2. The re-establishment of community advisory committees bringing the community and council together for the benefit of residents and local businesses. 3. Helping a young family with a nasty water inundation issue that resulted from a council water main bursting in Empire Bay. Greg Best 1. Abandoning the Gosford cultural precinct “One of my most significant contributions has saved our Ratepayers millions of dollars through the numerous Motions and Rescission Motions I have tabled calling on this Council to abandon its $171M delusional Gosford Arthouse/Library fiasco,” Cr Best told us. 2. Cr Best says his second most noteworthy contribution is in relation to the now historic tabling of five Rescission Motions around Council tearing up multi-million dollar Airport Hub Contracts, paying damages and refusing to provide ratepayers formal consultation of the $450,000 Airport Master Plan. 3. Imploring Council to take a more disciplined and responsible approach to overall finances, highlighting how the Council’s operating surplus had disappeared over the last three years.

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1. Getting through priority Gosford East Ward play spaces – Shaun Brinklow Park all-inclusive upgrade in Copacabana $270,000 and Shelly Beach Road Park in Empire Bay $350,000 (the State Government contributed $150,000). 2. The Memorandum of Understanding between Council and the Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Council to improve the relationship between the two bodies, and the lives of Aboriginal people living on the Central Coast. 3. Protection of our waterways, via numerous motions put forward to protect public and private assets and the environment, including a 2018 motion directing the operational team to submit compliant applications for coastal and estuary grants in erosion hotspots. “Well and truly before our recent Wamberal and The Entrance erosion catastrophe, my motions to dredge Ettalong and match the State Government’s ‘Rescue Our Waterways’ grant and purchase our own dredge were strongly supported by the public and business owners.” Kyle MacGregor

1. Consistently representing the community. “Councillors are a voice for the community but, to be an effective voice, we firstly need to have an ear to the community and listen to what residents are saying. Cr Greenaway is a regular participant at meetings at community centres, schools, clubs and other events and says these events are great opportunities to listen to residents; to hear their vision as well as their concerns. She was also proud of having a 100 per cent attendance record at formal Meetings of Council. 2. Consistently delivering projects. “One of my first successful motions in Council was to open the Hely St carpark to the public – I still enjoy seeing that open boom-gate which enables residents and businesses to benefit from improved parking.” 3. Consistently committed to the future – in particular, Cr Greenaway pointed to her role on Water Management Committee which liaises directly with staff about water security including the Mardi to Warnervale Pipeline and Mangrove Creek Dam. Jane Smith

1. Opposing the (Warnervale) Airport masterplan to turn the landing area into a type 2 jet airport at an estimated cost of over $400M. “This masterplan was not in the community best interest, would have diverted hundreds of millions of dollars away from capital works and infrastructure, did not have State Government approval and did not comply with state legislation, had no ability to compete with Newcastle or Sydney airports, would have taken years to progress and was little more than a pipe dream.” 2. A pproval of the Tuggerawong pathway and the larger pathway loop around the Tuggerah Lakes for not only local recreation but for regional tourism. 3. The “Buy Local” procurement policy and campaign which provides local content quotas and loading for local businesses to work with Council. “This ties in nicely with my first resolution on this council to adopt a 15 per cent apprenticeship quota for council projects.”

1. Leadership and Action on Climate Change. On March 12, 2018, Cr Smith moved a Mayoral Minute that committed Council to strong action on Climate Change, joining the Cities Power Partnership (CPP) and developing a Climate Change Policy. “The community has demonstrated through consultation that they want Council to show leadership in this area.” 2. Establishment of Advisory Committees to provide transparency, accountability and greater involvement community and stakeholders in the work of Council – these included (among others) the Mangrove Mountain and Spencer Advisory Committee and the Coastal Open Space System (COSS) Committee. 3. Review of Community Facilities – a motion moved by Cr Smith in September, 2018, led to a review of how Council manages and interacts with community organisations with regards to the region’s Community

1. Applying for grants, including to ensure Council has designated staff to apply and obtain Government Grants as a major source of income for our infrastructure and community support. Waterways care, including 2. representing the community on the deterioration and silting up of the Ettalong Channel and The Tuggerah Lakes. “I have always said that Council needs to take ownership, responsibility and action to fix the channels and keep them open … as a Councillor I have advocated to both the State and Federal Governments seeking funding and managed to secure $4.7M for the Tuggerah Lakes as part of the 2019 Federal Election.” 3. Support for the Central Coast Aviation hub. Doug Vincent 1. Carters Road improvements 2. Shared pathway improvements in the north 3. Process and approvals for increased community weed/wrack removal from the Tuggerah Lakes System. Bruce McLachlan 1. Anti-litter initiatives. “Prior to election, I had been an anti - litter campaigner, and my first initiative was the introduction of a new Central Coast Litter policy, which brings renewed focus to this ongoing issue of litter trashing our beaches and reserves and plastics entering our waterways.” 2. Changing the debate. Cr McLachlan says his motion “Flood risk Rising” which highlighted previous inactions on the Lakes issue, and resulted in bringing angry flood victims to the Council Chamber calling for action, has significantly changed the debate on storm events and trigger points for opening the channel. “My Geo textile bag Notice of Motion [also] changed the narrative from “no break wall,” to “what alternatives” of intervention can be looked at,” Cr McLachlan said in relation to the response to coastal erosion in Nth Entrance and Wamberal. 3. Social media campaigns – Cr McLachlan said his often outspoken, social media awareness campaigns, highlighting the crippling, divisive, party politics and its negative impact on the Council’s performance, as his most successful contribution to date.

Now it’s time to have your say on how you think the Council has performed over the past three years. Email comments to editorial@centralcoastnewspapers.com Merilyn Vale

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Down in the Garden: It’s tomato time! A good plant to pop in after tomatoes is any bean as they will add nitrogen to the soil. Although tomatoes are not too fussy about their soil types, for the best crops, it should have a pH level of 5.8 to 6.8, be high in organic matter and be free draining. Prepare beds with an organic vegetable fertiliser, a good layer of well-rotted animal manure (chicken works very well) and one of compost. Work these together to provide a rich, growing base to promote tomatoes that will thrive right through the season. Planting

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e are blessed on the Central Coast with an almost perfect climate to grow the star of summer salads bowls – the tomato. And the best time to plant is right now. Although this plant does need constant care throughout its growing season, your commitment will pay off with a taste that cannot be replicated by their bagged supermarket cousins. Our garden centres are becoming awash with bright new tomato seedlings and while some places are offering an increasing array of varieties, you will find that there is a far greater range available as seeds. Heirloom varieties are also worth investing in as they add a beautiful feel to your garden along with interesting tastes and textures on the dinner plate. Coast Garden Tomato Suggestions Everyone needs a ‘Tommy Toe’. They are a sweet cherry tomato on the larger size and are very easy to care for. Newbies to tomato growing should also try Mama’s Delight as it produces lovely salad fruits and is another easy-grow plant. Looking for a tomato with a lower acidity? Then try ‘Yellow Mellow’. Or extend your tomato harvest by popping in the much favoured ‘Apollo’ for an early crop and a ‘Grosse Lisse’ for a mid to late crop. Those planning on planting into pots could try the yummy ‘Patio Roma’ or for a burst of colour, the tiny ‘Tumbler Yellow’, which can also be successfully grown in hanging baskets. Heirlooms that you just have to grow at least once in your life include the juicy all-rounder ‘Brandywine’, the smoky flavoured ‘Black Russian’ and ‘Jaune Flamme’. And finally, for the tomato aficionados and foodies, you will adore the delightfully complex flavours of ‘Black Krim’. Position and Soil Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) need a warm spot to thrive in that receives at least six full hours of direct sunshine each day. They do not do well with frost, or wind, so planting must be undertaken after the last frost and in a sheltered position. Check with each variety for exact details, but generally space plants around 50cm apart. This crop needs to grow in a different bed each year as they are heavy feeders of nitrogen, and potassium phosphorus. Diseases that you may have unfortunately encountered with your tomato crop the previous season can remain in the soil for up to three years.

I have a ‘three stage’ method of raising tomatoes from seed to avoid early spring pest problems and to save space for late winter crops that may still be thriving. Seeds takes about 7 to 10 days to germinate and are best planted in a seed raising mix in trays. Keep moist, but do not overwater as they are prone to root rot and place in a sunny, warm position. Once germination occurs, move each viable seedling to its own small pot of 50 per cent compost and 50 per cent good quality potting mix. Add about ¼ teaspoon of sulphate potash and do not fertilise with any nitrogen based fertilise as these can make the plant focus too much on leaf production and not on flower and fruit production. Once roots have completely filled the new pot, let the soil become lightly dry and then transplant into the garden. Plant each 1m apart into position by covering the stem to just over the first two leaves as this will encourage deeper root growth. Feed each plant with an organic fertiliser and water. Provide support for each plant by either using a tomato cage or plant trellis or by surround with 3 to 4 wooden stakes. These need to be at least 1.5m in length for most varieties and 2m is best. Tomato stems break easily so as the plant grows, tie to stakes or trellis with a soft, flexible garden tie. Something with a bit of give is best and old pantyhose is a brilliant eco solution that actually is best for the plant as well. It gives room to grow without cutting into the stem. Lastly, add mulch to the top of the soil as this

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will help retain nutrients and water and deter weeds and pests. Snip off some of the lateral stems as the plant grows to increase air circulation. Care and Harvesting To ensure a healthy plant and well-developed fruits, steady, deep watering should be undertaken. Do not let soil dry out but do not over-water either. Water in the early morning around the base of the plant only as water on the leaves encourages disease and pests. I am a big fan of liquid seaweed fertilisers and find that tomatoes thrive with a weekly drink at half the recommended strength for vegetables. Once a fortnight feed with your organic fertiliser and to encourage the plant to uptake nutrients also add a heaped tablespoon of sulphate of potash. Tomatoes are best left on the vine to fully ripen before harvest to ensure full flavour and are usually ready to pick at around 14 weeks. Never pull them off the vine as it will damage the plant. Cut off with sharp secateurs or scissors. Fruit can be harvested when unripe and will ripen. Trouble-shooting Although disease resistance has been bred into many varieties, you still may encounter problems.

Some things to watch for are: ‘Septoria leaf spot’ – small white/grey spots with black edges and yellowed leaves that fall. ‘Anthracnose’ – small indented circles surrounded by rings on tomato. ‘Early Blight’ – lower leaves or stems have target-like black or brown spots. ‘Late Blight’ – odd-shaped, green-black shapes on leaves and tomatoes can brown rotting areas. These are all fungus diseases and are encouraged by over-watering, crowding of plants and a lack of air-circulation. Treat affected plants with a fungicide formulated for tomatoes. Water the base of plant, not the leaves and do so only in the late evening. Black spots, specks and cankers on leaves and tomatoes are signs of bacterial diseases and are best treated as you would the fungal problems above. You can also try ‘fixed copper sprays’ as soon as you notice the problem as it can reduce the spread. If a plant loses colour in the lower or top leaves and then the tips die back, it will most likely have wilt diseases ‘Fusarium’ and ‘Verticillium Wilt’, caused by a fungi in the soil. There is no cure for this – plants must be removed and not placed in compost. A mosaic-like patterns on the leaves in light yellow and green with mottling appearing at times on the fruit is ‘Mosaic Virus’ and enters the plant through cuts in its structure. It will lead to a much smaller crop but will not kill the plant. There is no ‘cure’ for this either but, as it is a virus, you can stop the spread by washing hands and tools. For some upcoming events, you might head along to the Australian Plant Society, Central Coast Division Monthly Meeting (12 Sep, 2pm) for a discussion of wind and drought tolerant plants (https://austplants.com.au/CentralCoast-Calendar), or the Kariong Eco Garden Working Bee also on 12 Sep - BYO gloves and tools (https://www.kariongecogarden.org.au). The Wyong Spring Show is also on this coming weekend 12-13 Sep from 9am-4pm each day at Royale Orchids 70 Brieses Road, Peats Ridge (www.royaleorchids.com.au). Cheralyn Darcey is a gardening author, community garden coordinator and a co-host of ‘The Gardening Gang’ 8am every Saturday on Coast FM. cheralyndarcey@gmail.com

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Local mum champions kidney health A national awareness campaign launched last week by Kidney Health Australia aims to help people recognise the risk factors for chronic kidney disease earlier, increasing the chances of recovery. One in three Australians are at risk of kidney disease, with diabetes and high blood pressure being the highest risk factors. Julie Watson from Wamberal was diagnosed with acute pneumonia and chronic kidney failure at the age of 26. She recalls not being able to shake a cold and always feeling fatigued. “I had no typical symptoms, everything seemed normal, but in hindsight, I was getting way more tired than I should have,” she said. “I remember thinking that I

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could go and play sport and go for a run, but I could not stand up long enough to do the dishes.” Kidney disease is the loss of the organ’s ability to filter and clean the blood over time,

resulting in kidney failure if left untreated. Recovery is possible if the disease is treated early, but more severe cases require either a kidney transplant or kidney replacement therapy,

also known as kidney dialysis. “The diagnosis led to instant medication, dietary plans and then later, five years of three days a week, five hours a day, kidney dialysis,” Watson said. “During this time I stayed as

positive as I could - I ran my business, I was a surf lifesaver, I played netball, managed my son’s soccer team, and I was on soccer and surf club committees. “I was really active, but during those five years, I had 32 admissions to hospital, three seizures and every type of drip, drain and camera checkup you could think of. “It all took so much time, but I tried to stay as positive as I could because I wanted to be a role model for my son.” Almost seven years after being diagnosed, her first kidney transplant was devastatingly rejected by the body after only 12 days, causing multiple complications. The second transplant she received was from her father and has kept her healthy for the past 24 years. Watson still stresses that

despite the transplant, the immune-suppressing medication has caused many other health problems, including suffering a heart attack and having a heightened risk of skin cancer. Despite everything she has been through, Watson remains positive and hopes to inspire and support others through her business, Stronger Than My Excuses. “If something is wrong in your body, you should certainly go get it checked,” she said. “We don’t like changing habits, and yet change is the only way forward.” The awareness campaign, titled #nofilter, reveals what it is like to live on dialysis and asks people to undertake the online kidney risk test, helping to identify potential risk factors. Jacinta Counihan

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land in safe homes. But to do that, the organisation needs more families to get on board. “Consider this scenario: A 12-year-old girl wakes in the night to shouting and the sounds of violence,” he said. “She comforts her younger brother who is trembling at the foot of his bed, tucking him back under his blankets before swallowing her fear and leaving the faux safety of her bedroom in search of her mother. “She finds her, bruised and weeping on the kitchen floor,

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a victim of domestic violence. “While she is doing her best to help her mother, Police and Child Protection Workers enter the house and she is taken to an emergency carer’s house with her brother. “Unbeknownst to her, this will be the last she sees of her mother for two years. “This scenario describes a typical entry of a child into the Statutory Out of Home Care system. “These children and young people are more likely to end up in the youth justice system and have far poorer education and health outcomes. “They’re also more likely to enter a cycle of social disadvantage that is difficult to escape.” Cashin said the need for foster carers on the Coast was acute. “We are looking for everyday families who might consider taking a child or young person into their home, to love and support them, whether for one or two nights, a few weeks, months or long-term. “Is this easy? No. “Caring for those in need requires you to give of yourself but CatholicCare will be there with you each step of the way.” The latest data from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare’s 2020 National Framework for Protecting Australia’s Children indicating that there are currently more than 17,000 children aged

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Darkinjung culture inspires Woodport PS mural

Erina’s Woodport Public School has a colourful new addition. The school recently unveiled a new mural, with the artwork reflecting the school’s strong sense of community and its design an acknowledgement of the traditional custodians of the land. “We are very fortunate to have a beautiful new mural hanging proudly on our sport shed on the oval,” Principal, Judy Boland, explained. “A big thank you to Mrs Clayton for researching, designing and painting the masterpiece with the assistance of children on Ernie Rewards Day.

“Also, thanks to Mr Brown for preparing the boards, painting the shed, ensuring a wonderful backdrop for the artwork and for securing it to the shed. “It certainly brings the playground to life,” Boland continued. Inspiration for the design was drawn from the Darkinjung people whose diet was seasonal and consisted of a variety of seafood during the warmer months and land animals during cooler weather. “In addition, plants and berries were consumed including yams, roots of some ferns and Burrawang Palm seeds (these can be seen in the artwork).

looks more at the country, connections with land and one another, as well as paying tribute to the devastation of bushfire. “The greenery on the opposite side acknowledges regeneration and life. “The artwork aims to identify the historical and cultural importance of Darkinjung people, their relationship with this area, the land and its resources, and how our school community celebrates these connections,” Boland said.

“Front and centre is the whale (the animal totem for this area) which holds significance not

only to the Darkinjung, but also to our community as Ernie the whale-boat is our school

mascot. “One side of the artwork

Source: Newsletter, Aug 26 Judy Boland, Woodport Public School

New look for Erina Heights PS Things look a little different at Erina Heights Public School. Over the past few months, the school has welcomed a series of upgrade works, but with the wider school community unable to see the results due to Covid restrictions, Principal, Natalie MacDonald, has given some insight into what work has been done. “Due to ongoing restrictions and not being able to welcome parents into our school like we usually would, I thought it would be nice to showcase some of our classroom upgrades,” MacDonald said. “They include: new painting, wall carpet for displaying

student work, new flexible furniture, new vinyl, new sinks and splashback, updated technology including smartboards and laptops in classrooms and new air

conditioning units. “In addition to these upgrades, there has also been a significant investment in purchasing classroom resources to support

teaching and learning across K-6. “Maths resources have been purchased for every classroom, PM readers to support all

classes K-2 and sets of quality texts to ensure the teaching of English is highly engaging. “These new resources have already had a significant impact on teaching and learning across the school,” MacDonald said. Other improvement works actioned this year include the installation of new stage curtains for the school hall and landscaping of the school’s back field. And there’s more changes to come with MacDonald confirming the school has settled on a new logo design with new uniform designs soon to follow. The new logo was finalised

after a series of community surveys and will be formally launched along with the new upgraded uniform later this year. “The designs for our new uniform upgrade are well underway and these will be shared with the community next week to seek input into the final design of our new uniform,” MacDonald said. The uniform upgrade is also being informed through a series of community surveys, with feedback to be conveyed to the school’s uniform supplier. Source: Newsletter, Aug 28 Natalie MacDonald, Erina Heights Public School

Minister unveils Wamberal and Terrigal school upgrades After more than two years of construction work, the multi-million-dollar upgrades at Wamberal Public School and Terrigal Public School are officially open. Minister for Education and Early Childhood Learning, Sarah Mitchell, was on the Coast on September 7 to announce the provision of 15 new classrooms at Wamberal and 10 at Terrigal. “It is really exciting to see students in their new environment,” Mitchell said. “These new facilities look

amazing and will be a great boost to student learning, confidence and creativity. “This Government has delivered 42 new and upgraded schools in 2020 as part of our $6.7B school infrastructure program, with more to come.” Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, accompanied Mitchell to both schools. “These multi-million-dollar upgrades will future-proof our local school facilities for years to come,” Crouch said. “The 25 new classrooms were ready to go for students

and teachers on day one of the 2020 school year, and over the last few months, further upgrade work has been underway at each school site. “We will continue our commitment to support highquality teaching and learning across the Coast with the new Porters Creek Public School and the upgrade of Brooke Avenue Public School.” The Terrigal and Wamberal upgrades cost $31M in total. Source: Media release, Sep 8 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

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Lots of colours everywhere Wamberal Public School was awash with colour on August 28 as students celebrated Rainbow Day. A fundraiser for children’s charity Stewart House, no colour was off limits as students embraced the rainbow theme, raising over $700 in the process. Principal, Paul Miller, said the school was proud to be supporting such a worthy cause. “Stewart House is one of the oldest and most respected children’s charities in NSW.

“It is an integrated residential care, school and health screening facility located on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. “1700 children from NSW and ACT are nominated each year for the Stewart House program to have a break from their current circumstances. “Our school raised over $700 for this highly respected organisation. What a fantastic effort from our families,” Miller said. Source: Newsletter, Sep 2 Paul Miller, Wamberal Public School

Point Clare PS addresses concerns over availability of drinking water Point Clare Public School Principal, Scott Campbell, has addressed community concerns about the availability of drinking water for students. “We have heard from a few

concerned community members and parents regarding the availability of drinking water in our school. “I would like to take this opportunity to inform everyone that every classroom has taps that the children can still fill up their

own personal drink bottles from. “Under COVID-19 restrictions the Department of Education currently requires all students to bring their own water bottles from home to fill at water bubblers rather than drink directly

from the bubbler. “To combat the odd, rare occasion that a student may forget their drink bottle, the school has provided each teacher with a small supply of recyclable cups that are to be used by a single student only and not shared.

“Additionally, we have had a generous parent donate 24 bottles of water to the front office and $20 to the canteen for students who may need a drink in an emergency situation. “I strongly encourage all families to remind their

children that the lost property cupboards near the canteen have a large number of unclaimed drink bottles each week,” Campbell said. Source: Newsletter, Sep 7 Scott Campbell, Point Clare Public School

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Central Coast Council welcomes the $11million funding, from the NSW Government, towards the construction of an indoor multi-purpose sport and recreation centre at the Central Coast Regional Sporting & Recreation Complex at Tuggerah. Council’s Acting Director Environment and Planning, Andrew Roach said the Complex was always designed to be built in two stages and this funding will bring it a step closer to realising its full potential to attract mass participation events to the region. “We are very pleased to have the NSW Government commit to funding of $11million which will go a long way in helping Council progress stage two to deliver a multi-purpose indoor sporting facility for a range of activities, change rooms, amenities, storage as well as

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complement the existing outdoor sporting fields,” Mr Roach said. “Since opening in 2019, the current multi-use outdoor sporting and recreational facility has already attracted over 81,000 visitors to the region, injecting over $10M in our local economy. Mayor Lisa Matthews said delivering stage two would provide a significant boost to the benefits already flowing to the region from the first stage of the Complex. “We have already seen in such a short time since the opening last year that the venue is bringing in the types of events that provide a significant boost to the region’s economy

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Heart maintain unbeaten record NETBALL The Central Coast Heart have maintained their unbeaten record in the Premier League Netball Competition this season with another win, this time over GWS Fury in their Round 8 encounter on Wednesday night (Sep 10). Fort the Opens team, it was the tightest match so far season, but a huge fourth quarter performance saw them pull away and take the win 6053. The Under 23’s also put in a strong performance, fighting hard for 60 minutes, however the two teams couldn’t be separated in the end, and the match finished in a 50-all draw. They now sit equal second on their ladder and have a few big

weeks ahead to secure a spot in the finals. The win for Opens team comes after they unseated premiership rivals, the ERNA Hawks (Ryde) in a 2019 grand final rematch last week, defeating the defending champions 75-52. CCN spoke with Heart Club Captain Alicia Walsh after that match who said the girls were set on making their mark after last year’s grand final loss. “The girls came out firing in the second and third quarters, making minimal errors and capitalising on defensive turnovers to start to build a strong lead. “We ended up scoring 75 goals, the highest this season,” Walsh said. Ross Barry

Mariners lose Sam Silvera to Portuguese Primeira Liga FOOTBALL The Central Coast Mariners have confirmed the transfer of Sam Silvera to Portuguese club Futebol Clube Pacos de Ferreira. The 19-year old attacker will join the Primeira Liga club for an undisclosed fee. Silvera arrived at the Mariners

in June 2019 and made his debut against Maitland in the early rounds of the FFA Cup. Head Coach, Alen Stajcic, praised Silvera for his growth and performances while at the Mariners. “It has been a pleasure to work with Sammy during his time at the Mariners and seeing his growth as a player and a

person,” Stajcic said. “He has worked very hard and we’ve given him every opportunity to flourish as a footballer and I look forward to seeing him do well overseas.” “It feels amazing to be moving to Europe,” Silvera said. “I feel like the football in Portugal will suit my style and I will be working hard to succeed

over there,” he said. “Over this past year, I feel as though I’ve grown and developed so much as a footballer and I can’t wait to take this next step forward in my career. Source: Press release, Sep 4 Central Coast Mariners’ Media

Trojans close in on minor premiership RUGBY UNION From page 40 Final five placings remain up for grabs with one round of the Central Coast Rugby Union (CCRU) competition remaining. In a close tussle at Ourimbah Rugby Park, the Terrigal Trojans hit back after last week’s loss to Hornsby to defeat the Razorbacks 26 points to 20. Neither side was able to get

too far ahead during the match. Terrigal scored first but Ourimbah replied quickly with a penalty goal and a converted try of their own to lead by 10 points to 5 mid-way through the first half. Terrigal then scored again to lead at half-time, before Ourimbah retook the lead again with a penalty goal. But two quick tries to Terrigal in the second half proved to be enough, despite a late surge by

Ourimbah. Flankers Tim Bowring and Sam Kenny, lock Joe Taylor, and halfback Jye Cornish all had strong games for Terrigal while the Razorbacks’ lock Josefa Biu and five-eight Daniel Jones continued their very good recent form. The win sees Terrigal regain top spot on the ladder with 30 points, two points clear of Ourimbah on 28. The Trojans will now play

Avoca Beach who also posted a win last weekend (see below) to move to 23 points on the ladder and who will be keen to improve their position in the top five. Ourimbah, on the other hand, will play their last round match against the hapless Kariong and are expected to pick up the competition points and put more heat on Terrigal. Over at the Lion’s den (Woy Woy Oval), the local side produced the upset of the season, defeating Hornsby 27 points to 25. In a gripping encounter the scores see sawed throughout the match but it was Woy Woy, in their final match of the season and trailing 22-25 in the final minutes, who lifted to

cross for a match winning try. Half Zac Stride, Centre Brandon Edwards, prop Viepueki Siale and lock Tyren Andrea were all outstanding for the Lions, while Hornsby’s No.8 Tevita Puikala and centre Tui Hakavalu Ika, who crossed for two individual tries, also had strong games. The Lakes cemented their position in the Finals with a comfortable win over Warnervale at Woongarrah Oval by 47 points to 22. The Lakes skipped out to a 21-0 lead early in the match and were never really troubled after that, with fullback Macui Rauluni, centre Laufisa Vaisagote and flanker Va Talevia all having strong games.

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The Lakes take over from Hornsby in 3rd place on the ladder on 26 points (Hornsby 24) so their clash with each other in the final round this weekend promises to be a beauty. Avoca Beach showed great form when they easily accounted for Kariong at Kariong Oval by 76 points to nil. It was one-way traffic for the Sharks for the entire 80 minutes with a very notable performance from winger Alex Halls, who scored 3 individual tries. Lock Aiden King, and flanker Blake Jacob, who also posted 2 tries, were also in fine form. Source: Match report, Sep 7 Larry Thompson, CCRU President

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Final five placings remain up for grabs with one round of the Central Coast Rugby Union (CCRU) competition remaining. Continued page 39

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The Path to Glory HORSE RACING A little bit of history was made at Wyong Race Club over the weekend, with Rachel King becoming the first ever female jockey to claim the Wyong Cup in the 122nd running of the prestigious race.

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The talented rider made a clean sweep of both feature races as part of the 2020 Carlton Draught Wyong Gold Cup Day Program, taking out $160,000 on the Richard and Michael Freedman trained Paths Of Glory and the $140,000 prize in the Listed Bishop Collins Accountants Mona Lisa Stakes, riding Asiago for Godolphin. It was her ride on Paths Of Glory that caught the eye however. After being posted toward the rear, she weaved her way through the field bursting through late to win by a long neck. The patient ride earned the praise of cotrainer, Richard Freedman. “It was a brilliant ride by Rachel. “I said to her ‘you’ll have to give this horse a rest somewhere, because he’s first up over the 2,100m.’ “She might have taken that a bit literally – he was resting away at the back where he’s never raced. King said she had considered Asiago a

good chance in the Mona Lisa but had been surprised to take out the Cup. “I was shuffled back to nearly last and probably gave Richard a heart attack. “[Then] he dropped the bit at the 800m, and I thought he’d just keep whacking away, but once he started to improve, he really switched on and started to travel. “Near the end I got a good tow into it and he hit the line strong. “He’s a dynamic type of horse and I feel like he could gallop all day,” King said. Wyong trainer, Damien Lane, also had a memorable Cup Day, taking a double for his second year in a row. Both winners, Just Field and Bombasay, were having their first starts for the stable. Lane is excited about the prospects of the pair, considering they could both go on to win better races. “The two of them are both quality horses and I think they’ve both got a bit of a future,” Lane said. Just Field upset her rivals to bring up her first victory for Lane in the Central Coast Coolrooms’ Class 1 over 1,100m while Bombasay took out The Doylo Springtime Conditional Benchmark 68 over 1,100m. Source: Race Report, Sep 6 Fran O’Shea, Wyong Race Club

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