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Legend Lachie in rip rescue

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The first cultural element has been installed at Leagues Club Field in the form of large timber poles decorated with traditional Aboriginal art. See page 6

Out&About

Situated centre stage in Terrigal lagoon, Pete Rush’s newest sculpture, Reflection Weaver, is bound to bring in a crowd. See page 17

Out&About Nipper, Lachie Muldbrock, helped save two young boys from a rip at Umina Beach while out surfing with his dad and uncle on September 29. At around 8.15 am, 11-yearold Lachie noticed the two

boys, who were fully clothed, struggling to swim against a strong current. He bravely paddled his nipper board out to sea 150m and used his lifesaving skills to pull one of them onto the board. His uncle retrieved the other boy who was closer to shore on

his surfboard. Muldbrock’s father assisted him as he negotiated the waves on the way to the beach where a rescue team was waiting. Surf Life Saving Director of Lifesaving, Simon Cusack, said this is a timely reminder for all Central Coast residents and

visitors to remember to always swim at patrolled beaches and supervise children. “Sadly, this is an all too often occurrence,” Cusack said. “When children are left on the beach unattended, they can end up in real danger in the water.

“The heroic effort and instinctive reactions of Lachie Muldbrock demonstrate the valuable lifesaving skills our young members learn as part of the nipper programs.” Source: Media release, Sep 9 Surf Lifesaving Central Coast

Support building to keep Mariners on the Coast Central Coast Council has committed to working with the Mariners on a potential five-year agreement which would see the A-League football club remain in the region. The Council confirmed its support for the club at a crisis meeting held on September 29, attended by business leaders, members of the football community and local MPs as well as Council CEO Gary Murphy and Mariners CEO Shaun Mielekamp. The meeting was called amid fears the club, which is

up for sale, could be relocated outside the region, with an offer already on the table from Canberra. Mayor Lisa Matthews said Council valued the contribution made by the Mariners to the Central Coast and was keen to work with the Club to ensure it remains and thrives in the region. “We have expressed our commitment to working on what a potential five-year agreement between Council and the Mariners might look like,” she said.

Spring is the season for babies at the Australian Reptile Park with park keepers starting up their daily pre-school feeding session for the newest joeys. See page 19

Sport

The Central Coast Roosters reign supreme, with the minor premiers completing their dream run through their inaugural NSW Women’s Rugby League Competition by claiming the premiership title.. See page 40

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Lifesavers prepare for another Snapper Point emergency

Central Coast Council has ramped up its inspections of Wamberal beach as material fragments which potentially contain asbestos continuing to be sighted...

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Legend Lachie in rip rescue

Six northern community groups will share $16,000 in the latest round of Central Coast Council’s community grants..

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The first cultural element has been installed at Leagues Club Field in the form of large timber poles decorated with traditional Aboriginal art.

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See page 4 What the St Hubert’s Island bridge could look like with the planned fence

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School Strike 4 Climate rally held

Opinions are divided on the performance of Central Coast Council, three years after its first councillors were elected, following amalgamation...

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Wicks called to intervene in bridge dispute The Central Coast Watercolour society will hold its springtime exhibition, showcasing the unique translucency of watercolour...

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Lifestyle

Against a backdrop of a controversial commitment to increased gas-fired power, growing angst over Chinese data mining and a combative week with State governments over border restrictions, Prime Minister Scott Morrison made a surprise visit to Somersby on September 15 to announce a $172,190 boost for the Australian Reptile Park.

Community activist Errol Baker is determined to pull out all the stops to save the heritage listed Empire Bay Marina, which was closed by Crown Lands suddenly early in September due to safety concerns. Baker, who is Vice President of the Empire Bay Progress Association, has set up the Facebook page Save Our Heritage Listed Empire Bay Boat Shed in an effort to attract community support for his drive to save the marina. “Crown Lands has stopped business there and asked the tenant to move on,” Baker said. “I think they want to demolish

A new community action group on St Huberts Island, the Bridge Warriors, is calling on Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks to intervene in a dispute over an upgrade to the St Huberts Island bridge.

The group is asking Ms Wicks to intervene before a Federal grant is signed off to enable Central Coast Council to proceed with an upgrade it has planned for the bridge. Bridge Warriors organiser Ms Lindy Wilson said the group did not want a $900,000 grant spent to install public nuisance barriers

designed to prevent people jumping off the bridge into the water. She said the project would be “a misuse of precious public money”. “The use of monitored CCTV, with clearer signage, fines for those who do the wrong thing and regular patrolling during summer months would be significantly cheaper, more effective and would not devastate the beautiful aesthetics of the bridge,” she said. Group member Mr Mike Wade said that the core safety issue with the bridge had been completely ignored. “The bridge is very old and has

a very narrow footpath and no separation or protection from the passing traffic. “The lack of this protection coupled with the many trip hazards is just an accident waiting to happen.” Another group member Ms Carol Khouri said the proposed fence design “is incredibly ugly and not in any way in keeping with our beautiful suburbs of St Huberts Island and Daleys Point”. She said the council had only paid lip-service to community consultation, and had not responded to the community’s wishes. The St Huberts Island

Residents Association has also opposed the project and has continued to press for residents’ views to be respected. Association president Mr Ken Stewart said: “On April 17, when the association was advised by Council of its proposed galvanised weld-mesh safety barrier, we immediately realised what an over-powering addition this would be to our bridge. “We advised all the Island residents by letterbox drop showing the proposed barriers. “There was an overwhelming resident reaction with 223 responses, 160 seen by the association, sent to Council.

“The vast majority of replies from the respondents request the repainting and restoration of the existing bridge balustrade, and were appalled at the proposed weld-mesh barriers.” As Peninsula News went to press, Ms Wicks released a statement saying that she would meet with Central Coast Council in the coming week and “will continue to work with the residents around St Huberts Island to deliver a safer bridge for all”.

SOURCE: Media release, 15 Sep 2020 Stephen Ghent, Bridge Warriors Media statement, 18 Sep 2020 Lucy Wicks, Member for Robertson

Council to spend $7.5M from contribution plans

Future of Empire Bay Marina hangs in the balance

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it, but I’m hearing it will cost the government around $1M to do that. “I am currently assembling some quotes on the cost of restoring it and if that would cost less than demolishing it, it’s possible it could be saved. “I intend to set up meetings with Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, and Crown Lands officials to work through possibilities. “Once the Brisbane Water was littered with boat sheds, but they have gradually disappeared. “The Empire Bay boat shed is just two years short of its 100th birthday and it is one of our only

remaining links to our heritage in the area. “It’s one of the few original working boat sheds left and we really need to save these links to the past. “I am sure groups like the local fishing club and the sea scouts would give a hand with renovations and Men’s Shed Australia has also approached me about doing something in the area. “We’ve lost too much of our history in the Brisbane Water and this community asset is too big a part of Empire Bay to lose.” See page 3

The sustainable shoe brand, D’bris, which makes footwear from ocean plastic and car tires, has reached its global Kickstarter campaign goal... See page 25

Sport

The Central Coast Roosters have secured the first grand final spot in the NSW Harvey Norman Women’s Rugby League Premiership after beating the Cronulla Sharks 13-12 over the weekend. See page 40

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A total of $7.472 million will be taken from Peninsula “developer contribution plans” to fund projects on the Peninsula over the next four years.

Money for the plans are contributed by property developers as a condition of development approval, with the aim of funding public infrastructure required as a result of their developments. The details of capital works program projects funded by contributions plans were tabled at the Central Coast Council meeting on September 14. The report stated that the Minister of Planning and Public Spaces allowed the pooling of contributions across all of Council’s contributions plans from May 18. He required a four-year plan to be submitted to the Department

of Planning Infrastructure and Environment. Council staff submitted a plan with a total project expenditure of $93.59 million of which $79.62 million would come from developer contributions and $13.97 million from other sources. Despite the provision for pooling, the plan allocated no pooled funds to the Peninsula. The Peninsula has around 11.7 per cent of the Council’s population, but was allocated 9.4 per cent of the allocated funds. A total of $1.923 million was allocated for projects this financial year, with $550,000 going towards the Rogers Park redevelopment, $380,000 towards improvements at James Brown Oval and $315,000 altogether for playground upgrades at Australia Ave, Ryans

Rd and Brickwharf Rd. Dune stabalisation has been allocated $200,000 and beach access a further $100,000. “Sporting facility redevelopment” at Umina Oval has been allocated $160,000 this financial year towards a total project cost of $2.177 million. Other projects to receive contribution plan funding include reserve upgrades for the Woy Woy Waterfront Redevelopment, and at Mt Ettalong and other reserves. The plan earmarked $3.368 million for projects next financial year. This included $916,000 for “reserve upgrades” at the Woy Woy Waterfront Redevelopment, $690,000 for “sporting facility redevelopment” at Umina Oval, and $300,000 at each of Rogers Park and for further “reserve

upgrades” at Woy Woy Waterfront or at Lions Park. Amounts of $200,000 or more were allocated to upgrades at McEvoy Oval and Mt Ettalong reserve and for dune stabilisation. An amount of $100,000 was allocated for beach access and $80,000 for the Blackwall boat ramp. An upgrade to Blackwall Mountain reserve was allocated $50,000, of a total project cost of $435,000, and $100,000 was allocated to other reserve upgrades. In the financial year 2022-23, the plan allocated $1.48 million to Peninsula projects. The largest amount was $570,000 for the Blackwall boat ramp upgrade. The Umina oval sporting facility redevelopment was allocated

$250,000, dune stabilisation $200,000, while upgrades to the reserves at Mt Ettalong and Blackwall Mountain were given $175,000 and $130,000 respectively. Other projects including beach access, observation decks and interpretive signage received a total of $155,000. In the fourth year, 2023-24, only $601,000 has been allocated from contribution plans to projects on the Peninsula. The Blackwall Mountain reserve upgrade was allocated $255,000, dune stabilisation $183,000 and observation decks $100,000. A total of $62,000 was allocated to beach access upgrades and to interpretive signage.

SOURCE: Central Coast Council agenda 4.1, 14 Sep 2020

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School students at the #FundOurFutureNotGas day of action

An artist’s impression of the proposed development

Lake Munmorah’s Ian McManus has been crowned this year’s Wyong District Garden Competition Grand Champion. See page 17

About 20 surf lifesavers were put through a rigorous search and rescue training exercise on Saturday at the remote notorious black spot, Snapper Point cave.

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Westpac and ANZ bank branches to close Westpac and ANZ have decided to close their bank branches at The Entrance and Lake Haven. This follows the closure in May of the Commonwealth Bank at The Entrance. ANZ General Manager, Steven Straub, confirmed that two branches will close on November 12, Lake Haven and Woy Woy. “As our customers have changed the way that they do their banking in recent years, they no longer use branches as much, while demand for our contact centres and hardship teams has grown significantly,” he said. “Our apps and call centres are convenient. “We’ve also seen a number of passbook customers opting for debit cards recently and we are working with customers to help them with alternative banking

methods. “This growing trend of services moving online is not just happening with banking, right across Australia, a large number of basic services such as Medicare and the Australian Tax Office have already made the switch to online options.” Straub said ANZ would retain as many staff as possible by helping them move into a range of new roles across the bank

such as call centres, customer resolution and hardship teams. The Entrance MP, David Mehan, announced earlier this week that Westpac had decided to close its doors at The Entrance. “For a bank raking in $6.78B in 2019, I think valuing customers is more important than losing a few bucks,” he said.

A September 14 letter to Mehan from Westpac’s External Affairs Director, Richard Collyer, said that following the significant decline of in-branch transactions, a drop of 17 percent over the past two years and off an already low base, the bank had to make the tough decision to close the branch. “No decision to close a branch is taken lightly and we consider customer usage, location and proximity to other banking service,” Collyer said. “Customers who wish to continue banking with Westpac can visit the Bateau Bay branch 4.8km away. “Alternatively, Westpac has a Bank@Post partnership with Australia Post which offers banking services, 400m further down the road in the town centre, and there is an ANZ automatic teller 360m away from the bank branch which is

closing,” Collyer said. Westpac says 98 percent of their customer transactions are now done online or with cards, phones and, more recently, watches. “There are also a variety of channels that customers use to bank with us beyond online banking and branches, with customers using our ATMs, ‘tap and go’, telephone banking and we have invested about $165M in digital capability, with $248M more planned for next year,” Collyer said. Meanwhile, the Commonwealth Bank at The Entrance remains“temporarily” closed. When the bank closed in May, and staff seconded to the call centre, a CBA spokesperson said the closure would be reviewed in October.

Go4Fun, a program that helps children be more active and eat healthier, is now available online for Central Coast families. See page 33

Sport

Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch is urging residents to have their say at the 11th hour on a major waste recycling proposed for Somersby, with submissions set to close on September 25. The proposal, by Kariong Sand and Soil Supplies, at 90 Gindurra Rd, would see a vacant site turned into a stateof-the-art facility converting sand, soil and building materials into 100 per cent recycled building and landscaping supplies. The company’s website says the products would be provided for re-use mainly in the Central Coast region and the project would create jobs, boost the local economy, divert waste from landfill and reduce illegal dumping.

But Tesch said she was concerned by a recent upsurge in high impact facilities at Somersby. “In just the last two years we have seen a number of applications to open new waste and recycling facilities at Somersby to cater to Sydney’s growing waste problem,” she said. “We don’t want the Central Coast to become Sydney’s dumping ground just because we’re a short drive up the M1. “Too often these developments duck under the radar as they are in industrial areas, but the reality is that noise, dust, and creeping approvals can add up to big issues for nearby residents.” Tesch said that once approved, many owners seek to accept additional waste by

relying on existing approvals. “We have seen it time and time again, that owners of waste facilities end up getting approval for 50,000 tonnes of waste, but use that to piggyback future increases which means more waste, more trucks, and more impact on local communities,” she said. Tesch has called on the NSW Government for a long-term vision for waste across the state. “All too recently we have already seen the harm caused at the Mangrove Mountain tip by reckless waste management and poor EPA oversight,” she said. “We can’t let that happen again.” An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) provided with the Development Application,

The Central Coast Crusaders Youth League Men have been crowned their division champions in the 2020 Spalding Waratah Basketball League.. See page 40 The rock bags that have been installed as a temporary fix

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regarding, among other things, dust and noise issues, water quality, the use of Debenham Rd by trucks and possible impacts on Aboriginal Heritage and biodiversity. The company has also added an advanced water recycling and dust suppression system across the site, the fact sheet says. The fact sheet also makes a commitment that recycling will increase in stages, only after independent testing is done to prove the facility is performing to the highest environmental standards. It says the facility will not accept any asbestos or any loads suspected of containing hazardous materials. Terry Collins

Angst growing over Wamberal Beach taskforce deliberations The task force announced by the State Government on July 31 to drive the delivery of a solution to beach erosion problems at Wamberal has come under fire for its lack of activity and transparency.

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which is being considered as a State Significant Development by the Planning Department, say the proposed development can be implemented with minimal adverse environmental impacts and is justified in terms of overall economic benefits to both local, state and national economies. “The proposal will have positive flow on effects throughout the local economy through the creation of 11 new direct jobs,” the EIS says. “An economic analysis of the project also suggests that development will inject $73.8M into the Central Coast economy over the next 20 years.” A fact sheet issued by Kariong Sand and Soil Supplies says the company has amended its application to address community concerns

Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said this week that the task force had “hit the ground running” in assisting Central Coast Council to deliver a longterm solution, but the 2000-strong Wamberal Beach Save Our Sand Group (SOS) says the task force appears to

have achieved nothing in almost two months. “Manly Hydraulics Laboratory is currently undertaking concept designs for protection options and beach nourishment, as well as updating the cost benefit analysis work,” Crouch said. Despite assurances the report would be expedited, the best answer Council can give on when it is likely to be handed down is still “towards the end of the year”. Task force chairperson and coastal engineering expert, Dr Phil Watson, said the focus was

on developing a range of options for community consideration that not only provide for property protection, but also take the opportunity to enhance the recreational amenity and public access along the beach. “The task force is mindful of the importance of maintaining and where possible, enhancing the natural beach system at Wamberal as part of the planned response while delivering an improved outcome for the community,” he said. Continued page 5

It’s official; the flags are up and Surf Life Saving volunteers will begin patrolling the Coast’s beaches on September 26... See page 17

Education

Year 10 school student, Jayden Delbridge of Wadalba, is a young man on a mission. He led a rally of students on September 25, calling on the government to shun gas and coal energy sources and to instead take on renewable energy. The #FundOurFutureNotGas Day of Action in Gosford was part of a national campaign, organised by the School Strike

4 Climate network, as well as First Nations communities, unions and everyday Australians, in response to plans that the federal government was considering giving billions of COVID-19 recovery funds to the gas industry. “We want all levels of government to use COVID-19 recovery funds to invest in renewable energy, creating hundreds of jobs that would also help tackle climate

change,” Delbridge said. “Giving billions of taxpayer dollars to the polluting gas industry is clearly an irresponsible use of public funds. “It’s appalling,” he said. “While moving away from gas is really important, on a local level, we’ve got the Wallarah 2 coal mine and we can’t support that either. “Coal isn’t the answer and this mine will contaminate our

water supply. “We need to start moving away from gas and from coal and move into renewable energy. “There are so many jobs and so much money to be made from renewable energy. “We’ve got seven years until our actions are irreversible, we just can’t keep waiting and waiting until it’s stopped. “Decisions being made by this government are detrimental

to my future and, obviously I can’t vote yet, but these actions now are affecting me and my life. Following on from Friday’s National Day of Action, Delbridge said the local group of School Strike 4 Climate Change would now continue to lobby MPs, use social media platforms to put out their message and organise more events and campaigns.

ChromeFest is set to go virtual this year, with Central Coast Council determined to keep the engine humming on one of the region’s most popular annual events..

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Sport

The 2020 CCRU Finals Series has finally arrived and recent matches suggest any of the final five Premier 1 teams could take out the major premiership. See page 40

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A rezoning proposal for of 143ha of land to allow about 1,200 low density residential lots at Wadalba East was adopted at the September 28 Council meeting. Rezoning paperwork will go to the State Government for sign-off that would allow Council to amend its local planning rules. However, Council added that it would wait for its updated Warnervale District Development Contribution Plan to be adopted before proceeding with the steps for amending the Local Environment Plan with the new zoning that would finally allow development on the land. The 39 landowners will still be hamstrung until this happens (see separate story). Town Planner, Chris Smith, speaking at the public forum

Boundary of the 143ha rezoning at Wadalba East shown in red outline

before the meeting on behalf of the landowners, said the draft Contributions Plan still had a number of steps to complete before its operation, which he expected would take six months or more.

“We think this delay is an unnecessary and unreasonable delay to the rezoning process, and that finalising the rezoning can occur as a separate action, in parallel to Council finalising the greater Warnervale contributions plan,” he said.

“I should point out that there will be at least 12 months before the first development applications in Wadalba East are ready for determination, which should be ample time for Council to finalise the draft contributions plan.”

Cr Bruce McLachlan tried to get the two events to happen concurrently, but staff explained that the Development Contribution Plan needed to be done first or Council would not be able to recoup infrastructure costs. Cr Jane Smith would not accept Cr McLachlan’s suggestion but added her own amendment that landowners be allowed to voluntarily widen the wildlife corridor on their properties. This was adopted. The plan had already widened the wildlife corridors from 30m to 40m. The site is about 143ha covering 39 parcels of land under separate ownership, commonly referred to as the Wadalba East Land Owners Group (WELOG) proposal. Continued page 10

Lake Munmorah resident, Gary Blaschke, is well known for his volunteer work with the Disabled Surfers Association (DSA), particularly at Budgewoi Beach... See page 29

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At around 8.15 am, 11-yearold Lachie noticed the two

Support building to keep Mariners on the Coast

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Central Coast Council has committed to working with the Mariners on a potential five-year agreement which would see the A-League football club remain in the region. The Council confirmed its support for the club at a crisis meeting held on September 29, attended by business leaders, members of the football community and local MPs as well as Council CEO Gary Murphy and Mariners CEO Shaun Mielekamp. The meeting was called amid fears the club, which is

The Wyong Lakes AFL Club lost to the Warners Bay Bulldogs 121-46 in their Round 11 clash in AFL Hunter Central Coast’s 2020 Men’s Black Diamond Cup. See page 39

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Out&About Nipper, Lachie Muldbrock, helped save two young boys from a rip at Umina Beach while out surfing with his dad and uncle on September 29.

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1,200 lot rezoning adopted but held up by Contribution Plan Students from Stages 2, 3 and 4 at Central Coast Sports College at Kariong have completed their Creative Clinic projects...

Situated centre stage in Terrigal lagoon, Pete Rush’s newest sculpture, Reflection Weaver, is bound to bring in a crowd.

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Health

Spring is the season for babies at the Australian Reptile Park with park keepers starting up their daily pre-school feeding session for the newest joeys. See page 19

Sport

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Terrigal water audit due for release The long-awaited Terrigal water quality audit is finally complete, with the comprehensive report going online on October 2. Results of the year-long audit which set out to identify the cause of poor water quality at Terrigal breach, The Haven and nearby lagoons will be live on the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment website from 9am. The audit began 12 months ago, following a pledge in February, 2019, of $500,000 from the State Government to address water quality issues after repeated complaints from residents about sewage leaking onto the beach. The results are set to inform a suite of remediation works to improve swimmer safety. The audit and analysis of pollution sources was conducted by the NSW Government in partnership with Central Coast Council and scientists from the University of Technology Sydney (UTS). Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, said the results would guide Council’s future work in

resolving water quality problems. “Terrigal Beach is the jewel in the crown of Central Coast beaches,” Crouch said. “Local residents and its many visitors deserve to be able to enjoy the beach environment and swim in clean, safe water. “The completion of this audit is a significant step forward in developing an effective, evidence-based water quality improvement program.” UTS scientists used state-ofthe-art DNA markers to show that microbial pollution at Terrigal Beach and the surrounding area is the result of human faecal matter which contaminates stormwater, particularly after rain. The audit, which commenced in 2019, involved sampling at 11 sites from the Terrigal Lagoon mouth to The Haven, as well as at Forresters Beach, North Avoca and a number of stormwater drain exits. “The key outcome of this audit is that Council can now prioritise and target remediation works in a way they never have before,” Crouch said. “It will also allow efficient and cost-effective water quality

improvements to be undertaken. “This is one of the most comprehensive recreational water quality investigations ever undertaken in NSW and I want to thank the Council staff for their genuine and constructive partnership. “I have been strongly encouraging Council since February 2019 to apply for NSW Government funding through the Coastal and Estuary Grants Program, and today I am renewing my calls for Council to maximize this funding opportunity.” The final summary and technical reports associated with the water quality audit will be available at: www. environment.nsw.gov.au/ topics/water/beaches/ reporting-beachwater-quality/ water-quality-investigations/ terrigal-beach-water-qualityaudit on October 5. For more information about the Coastal and Estuary Grants Program, go to www. environment.nsw.gov.au/ topics/water/coasts/coastaland-estuary-grants Terry Collins

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Support building to keep Mariners on the Coast From page 1 “Council will reach out to Regional Development Australia and Destination NSW to see if any agreements can be created to support the Mariners and to help secure their future on the Coast. “We will also be contacting the State Government to explore the possibility of providing free public transport for spectators to attend games so our community can really

get behind the Mariners as well.” Mielekamp said the meeting had been the first opportunity to bring all stakeholders together and talk seriously about the future of the Mariners on the Central Coast at such a crucial time. “I am confident that this is the start of meaningful collaboration and tangible outcomes, as all parties at the meeting vowed to find a way to make a difference and contribute,” he said.

“The aim was to find enabling actions and immediate quick wins that will secure the Mariners’ venue hire agreement at Central Coast Stadium for another 5-10 years and seek a solution to creating a single venue home base for the CCM Academy and its 430 youth.” Mielekamp said more meetings would be necessary, with not all State and Federal MPs able to attend on September 29. Attending the meeting were

Member for Dobell, Emma McBride, Member for The Entrance, David Mehan, and MLC Taylor Martin, along with Business NSW Central Coast Regional Director, Paula Martin, and Gosford/Erina & Coastal Chamber of Commerce President, Rod Dever. Mielekamp thanked Council for a “swift and dedicated response” which showed genuine commitment and intent to keep the club on the Coast.

“The most empowering part of the meeting was the opportunity to hear directly from the football community,” he said. “With representatives from Central Coast Football, CCM Official Supporters Club and the newly forming CCM Supporters Trust it was a great opportunity to express to all parties the magnitude of football on the Coast, a sport that represents over 15,000 participants and contributes

over $25M to the Central Coast economy.” Director Roads Transport Drainage and Waste, Boris Bolgoff, said Council had invested over $6M in the home ground for the Mariners – Central Coast Stadium – over the last three years and wanted the Mariners to be an important part of the region’s future. Source: Media release, Sep 30 Central Coast Council

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WILDPLANT COMMUNITY NURSERY Our plant sales are held on the first Saturday of each month Saturday 3rd October 9am-12pm Come along to our plant sale at the CEN Office, Ourimbah, buy a few local native plants and chat about local environment issues. We have a range of local native plants available including ground covers and herbs, shrubs and

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trees, bush food, bird attracting, native bee attracting, frog friendly and screen plants. Cash and EFTPOS. CEN Office, off Brush Road, Ourimbah

the quest for a positive work-life balance on the Central Coast.

FRIENDS OF COSS WEBINAR The Friends of COSS group aims to inform and engage our community to enjoy, protect and conserve the important natural areas and the crucial habitat and corridors provided by the Coastal Open Space System (COSS). Friends of COSS is a great way to learn more about the flora and fauna of the Central Coast and how to look after it. Join at https://cen.org.au/projects/friends-of-coss. Now is a great time to join Friends of COSS.

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Members will be invited to our first Friends of COSS Webinar, to be held on October 20. Guest presenter, Mr Gary Chestnut, will delve into the history of COSS and why it is so valuable for our community. Join Friends of COSS before October 10 to receive an invitation to the Webinar. Keep an eye on the Friends of COSS facebook page for more information about the Coastal Open Space System.

MARINE DISCOVERY CENTRE OPEN FOR SCHOOL HOLIDAYS The refurbished Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre at Terrigal is open for the school holidays. The Centre has been transformed thanks to a $1 million Restart NSW grant from the State Government. New attractions include a Marine Heritage Display with artefacts from shipwrecks that lie off the Central Coast. The centre has an amazing digital Microeye microscope, able to magnify to such a degree that items such as sand particles and the interior of shells can be seen clearly in all their beauty. Kids can explore the new whale and shark exhibits or look for Nemo in the new tropical tank with Clownfish and other reef creatures. The cost is only $6 per person (adults and children). Three one and a half hour sessions will be run each day at 10am, 12midday and 2pm using a pre-book and pre-pay system. Bookings and payments are essential to monitor the number of people in the centre at the one time.

Come along to a free Waterwatch training workshop and learn about water quality monitoring in Upper Erina Creek or Tuggerah Lakes. Bookings are essential for catering purposes. Please let me know of any dietary requirements. For any further information email: waterwatch@cen. org.au or phone 4349 4757

possible and sustainable. Policies should be updated to transition with this momentum. This problem and need for transition is allencompassing for Central Coast youth. Many employment policies lack substance for youth. It can be difficult to remember that the Central Coast is well placed geographically for people to work far away from where they live. Daily migration to and from the Central Coast is a significant loss to the local economy and individual well-being. Allowing work closer to home generates community and increases earning potential. Working closer to where we live reduces

Go to www.ccmdc.org.au for more information and to book and pay. Rock Pool Rambles, another school holiday favourite, will be run by Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre guides at Bateau Bay on Friday, 2 October and Saturday, 3 October. Join your CCMDC guide on an exciting marine adventure and become a marine biologist by discovering our local rock platform animals. A Rock Pool Ramble costs $5 per child or concession,

$7 per adult or $20 for a family of two adults and two children. Bookings are essential through the Marine Discovery Centre website. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian so please ensure you book both children & adults. Bookings will be accepted up to 24 hours prior to the Rockpool Walk. if you require more information please email: admin@ccmdc.org.au

our environmental footprint and increases our mental wellbeing by giving us more time. The Central Coast is distinctively placed with the potential to leverage the natural and technological assets of the region that should be highlighted and geared towards a sustainable and renewable future. Increased focus on our local community

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being of residents and visitors alike. The Central Coast must be prepared to be able to call out for guidance and certainty for our present and future generation’s endeavours. by Zina Harije CEN Youth & CEN Executive member

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Council releases draft Skatepark Action Plan The Central Coast is to become home to four high quality competition-grade skateparks in all corners of the region, following the endorsement of a draft Skatepark Action Plan, consolidating former Wyong and Gosford Council documents into one. Soon to go on public exhibition, the draft strategy follows an independent assessment of Council’s existing 26 skateparks and community and stakeholder feedback. It provides future management, development and activation recommendations for the next 10 years in line with industry benchmarks and good practice. The draft strategy received unanimous support from councillors at their September 28 meeting, with the addition of a point confirming four competition grade parks for the region. Councillor Jillian Hogan, enthusiastically claiming she can still do a 180 on a good day, said in 1975 her brother was a champion and skate boarding was “a fantastic sport” which

Banjo’s Skate Park at Terrigal has proved hugely popular

was here to stay. Mayor Lisa Matthews said the recent success of BATO Yard at Bateau Bay and Banjo’s Skate Park at Terrigal and the ongoing popularity of these facilities had highlighted the need for consistent short, medium and long-term management actions across the region. “Skating is an inclusive activity with many physical,

social and mental health benefits for users, plus tourism and visitation benefits for the wider community when we host regional and national skate events,” Cr Matthews said. “This draft Action Plan provides high-level priorities to inform the development, accessibility, management and activation of our skate facilities

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to meet the growing needs of the community. “Skating is an Olympic sport now and perhaps with this Strategy and our commitment to deliver world-class skating facilities, the next Champion will be grown right here on the Coast.” The draft strategy lists its ultimate aim as an accessible network of high-quality multi-

purpose, inclusive skateparks that contribute to active lifestyles, support social engagement, creativity, are appropriately sited and sustainably managed. It stresses that the World Health Organisation cites the importance of providing safe environments for children to engage in sport and play-based learning which create

opportunities to develop life skills. Among key findings of the audit of existing parks were that some larger skateparks provide little diversity in skater experience and more than 80 per cent need improvements. It said Bato Yard was the only current regional level facility. With a 19.7 per cent increase in population expected by 2036 and children aged 5-14 expected to be among the largest growth groups, the draft strategy stresses the need for facilities to accommodate many styles of boarding, scootering and BMX. Among short-term goals are the development of new regional facilities at Umina Beach and Lake Munmorah, redevelopment of the Narara facility to district level and repair of existing skatepark facilities. Details on about the public exhibition of the Skate Strategy, with the inclusion of a commitment to four competition grade parks, can be found at yourvoiceourcoast.com. Terry Collins

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Poles showcase indigenous heritage The first cultural element has been installed at Leagues Club Field in the form of large timber poles decorated with traditional Aboriginal art. They are the first of many elements to be incorporated into the Gosford waterfront park’s $10M transformation. The poles – carved, scorched and painted by local Darkinjung artists – are the result of a successful collaboration between the Hunter and Central Coast Development Corporation, landscape designer Turf Designs and the Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council. Parliamentary Secretary for

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the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, said Leagues Club Field had been designed with a common goal of sharing and celebrating local stories of the Central Coast’s heritage and Aboriginal culture. It will feature picnic areas, play equipment, a sporting field, pathways and a tidal pool. The poles represent the Aboriginal peoples of the Central Coast and will surround the park’s cultural centrepiece – a circular community gathering space based on a traditional dancing ground. “Local Darkinjung artist Gavi Duncan has done a fantastic job painting the colourful designs on the timber poles which represent land, water,

universe, people, kinship and learning,” Crouch said. “Students from Chertsey Primary School in Springfield were also able to make a permanent mark on the site, with their handprints stenciled onto the 11-metre poles.” The park is expected to be finished later this year, with hundreds of plants and trees to be planted in coming weeks. Carving of sandstone animal islands will also begin shortly, along with the installation of barbecues and picnic amenities. Source: Media release, Sep 23 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

Cuts to JobSeeker Supplement to impact household incomes The Central Coast will be one of the hardest hit regions as the Federal Government’s cuts to the Coronavirus Supplement for people on JobSeeker, Youth Allowance and parenting payments kick in this month, according to the Australian Council of Social Service (ACOSS).

Stats provided by the Service reveal that in the Robertson electorate, there are currently 12,348 people receiving these payments, an increase of 87 per cent since December 2019. As at July 2020, there were just 966 jobs advertised in the Central Coast and Gosford area and cutting the supplement by $150 a week from September

25 will remove an estimated $1.8M per week from the local economy. The Service says that analysis by Deloitte Access Economics shows that regions which have traditionally relied on the tourism and service sectors for employment, including the Central Coast, will be some of the hardest hit, due to rapid job

losses as visitor numbers have fallen. “Delivering a permanent and adequate increase to the JobSeeker payment is one of the most effective ways to inject dollars into regional communities” ACOSS CEO Cassandra Goldie said. “The old Newstart rate

(rebranded Jobseeker) was effectively doubled when the Federal Government brought in the temporary Coronavirus Supplement in March. “The Government cut the Coronavirus Supplement on September 25, reducing incomes of people on JobSeeker by $300 per fortnight.

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Boardwalk under construction If you’re heading to Terrigal during the school holidays, be aware that work is continuing on the construction of Terrigal Boardwalk and the upgrade to the rockpool. Central Coast Council has advised that anyone visiting the area should follow all signage and directions and adhere to the latest COVID-19 restrictions. Pedestrian and vehicle access will be managed by traffic control and the small carpark on Terrigal Esplanade will be temporarily closed for up to two

The new boardwalk will make Terrigal more accessible for pedestrians

weeks from September 29. The boardwalk is expected to improve pedestrian access from The Haven to Terrigal beach. Restoration works to the rockpool include the replacement of the rockpool foundations and walls, construction of an access ramp to replace the existing stairs and linking this area with the new boardwalk and existing pathways. The worksite was established at the end of March this year with construction underway by the end of April and due for completion and open for public

use by early January 202. The Terrigal Boardwalk project is jointly funded by Central Coast Council ($2.9M) and the NSW Government’s Restart NSW Regional Growth Environment and Tourism Fund ($2.98M). The Terrigal rockpool renovation project is supported by the NSW Government with a $250,000 grant from the Crown Reserves Improvement Fund. Source: Media release Sep 28 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

179M drink containers deposited at Return and Earn centres More than 179 million drink containers have been deposited at Return and Earn centres on the Central Coast since the initiative was launched almost three years ago. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, said

the program had been highly successful at reducing litter across the state, with 179,204,595 drink containers having been cashed in for 10 cent refunds on the Coast alone. “The Automated Depot in Manns Rd at West Gosford, which is ideal for a bulk number of containers, has proven to be

the most popular collection point having clocked up 19 million returns,” Crouch said. “The most popular Reverse Vending Machine in our region is located at Woolworths Bateau Bay, which has accounted for 16 million drink containers since its opening in December 2017. “Over 170 million return and

earns is not just good news for our local waterways and environment, but it also means a massive $17M back in the pockets of Central Coast residents.” The 19 collection points on the Central Coast form part of a statewide network of 618. “The Reverse Vending Machines operate 24/7 and are

easily accessible,” Crouch said. Return and Earn users can choose to donate their refund directly to selected charities or transfer it to their designated account. Drink containers eligible for the 10 cent refund include most containers between 150mL and three litres.

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KEEP YOURSELF AND OUR COMMUNITY SAFE FROM COVID-19

Stay safe by following the “four lines of defence” against COVID-19

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You must book before you go for a COVID-19 test For the Gosford clinic, call 4320 5055 between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday and 10am to 4pm on weekends For the Erina clinic, call 0435 813 865 between 10.30am and 5.30pm everyday For the Wyong clinic, call 4394 9200 between 9am and 5pm everyday

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New program to target Aboriginal homelessness Aboriginal people sleeping rough on the Central Coast will be supported into safe and stable housing through a new program, which aims to help them break the cycle of homelessness.

Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, and Minister for Families, Communities and Disability Services, Gareth Ward, making the announcement

Minister for Families, Communities and Disability Services, Gareth Ward, was on the Coast on September 28 to announce the $1.3M initiative, saying it would change people’s lives by securing homes from the private rental market and wrapping essential support services around them. “This program will be led by the Aboriginal community and will cater supports to suit the

individual needs of Aboriginal people sleeping rough,” Ward said. “The initiative is about more than providing shelter. “It involves connecting people with the services and support they require to address things like trauma, mental illness or drug and alcohol addiction, empowering them to break the cycle of homelessness.” The program has been developed in consultation with local Aboriginal organisations and builds on the early success of the $36M Together Home project across NSW. The package of support is designed to help get people off

the streets for good. It will provide access to the services people need to maintain their tenancy, improve their health and wellbeing and move towards training and employment. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast Adam Crouch said the initiative will see homelessness, health and community services collaborate towards a common goal. “The NSW Government is committed to halving rough sleeping by 2025, and we’ve ramped up our assertive outreach efforts on the Central Coast to help reach that target,”

Crouch said. “More than 25 people who were sleeping rough on the Central Coast have been supported into secure housing since the beginning of the pandemic. “This new program will build on that work and help more local people rebuild their lives.” Work is underway to identify a local organisation to lead the Aboriginal-led Together Home project, which is expected to be up and running by the end of the year. Source: Media release, Sep 28 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

Water play park opens at Peninsula Leisure Centre Coast residents can splash their way into spring at the new state-of-the-art Water Play Park at the Peninsula Leisure Centre (PLC). The $1M interactive waterbased play and education space is expected to attract tourists as well as providing lots of fun for residents. Central Coast Council Director

Connected Communities, Julie Vaughan, said the communitydriven project has resulted in the ideal use for the outdoor space at PLC. “The nautical themed Water Play Park can be enjoyed upon entry to the PLC, it combines water-based play and education and has an accessible design to be enjoyed by all community members,”

Vaughan said. Features include a tipping bucket, interactive (cause and effect) elements, shade sail, inbuilt filtration system and zero depth (for safety and accessibility). Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, said the new play park was funded

by the NSW Government with $850,000 from the Stronger Country Communities Fund as well as over $200,000 from Council. “The PLC is one of Central Coast Council’s most highlyutilised assets, and thanks to the opening of this new Water Play Park, it’s becoming an even better facility for locals to enjoy,” Crouch said.

Mayor Lisa Matthews said the collaboration between local and state government had delivered another fantastic facility for the community. “There is so much to love about this project – an accessible design that creates a space for fun, physical activity and education,” Cr Matthews said.

The Water Play Park is now open. Due to COVID-19 restrictions bookings will be essential and will be made at time of entry with payment. Sessions will be limited to 50 people. Source: Media release, Sep 30 Central Coast Council

Clr Jane Smith - Independent Deputy Mayor Central Coast Council

Regions prosper when we focus on initiatives that bring us together Lessons from other successful regions show that we thrive and prosper when we back projects that bring people together - all levels of government, stakeholder organisations, peak bodies and our community. For too long on the Central Coast, projects have been pushed that cause division - wasting time, energy and resources. On 28 September, Council adopted the Central Coast Economic Development Strategy 2020-2040. This will guide our priorities and economic vision for the next 20 years. There are a number of challenges for our region including the impacts of extreme weather events, the global pandemic, youth unemployment, servicing an aging population, climate change and traffic congestion. We also need to plan for a growing population. This Strategy will work to address those challenges. The vision of this strategy aligns very simply with the vision of our Community Strategic Plan:

“A region providing economic and employment opportunities to fulfil our community’s vision for a smart, green and liveable region with a shared sense of belonging and responsibility.” Council is committed to more jobs, building economic strength, sustainable growth, diversification, local investment, and community wellbeing. The Strategy recognises existing sectors that play a significant role in our region including: • Health care and Well-being • Retail • Accommodation and Food Services • Construction There are also a number of emerging sectors that are important for our region: • Education, Innovation and Research • Advanced Manufacturing • Sustainable, green Industries and the Circular Economy • Small Business and Entrepreneurship

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This is a key moment for the Management Committee in what has been a very long, and at times frustrating, process for them to bring this community project to fruition. Congratulations to the Committee - it will be a great asset for the local community.

Council has also recognised the short-term need for a Recovery Plan as a result of the economic impact of COVID-19. This is about helping our region to get on its feet. Our response will include focusing on the food and visitor economy, marketing our region, strengthening connections between local businesses, sourcing materials locally, supporting the economic revitalisation of town centres and promoting programs to improve the skills of students, businesses and the wider community. We need to do more to help our young people get a start in their working life. As the Chair of Council’s Employment and Economic Development Advisory Committee, I am looking forward to refocusing our efforts over the next 12 months to support initiatives that will help our region prosper.

To find out what Council has on exhibition visit their page: www.yourvoiceourcoast.com

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Men’s Sheds and WIRES helping to rescue our wildlife I was pleased to catch up with Ray Crawley, Coordinator of the Australian Men’s Shed Association (AMSA) for the Central Coast. Ray told me that AMSA have formed a partnership with WIRES (Wildlife Rescue) and Bunnings to build nest boxes. Tree hollows are used as habitat by over 300 species of native animals, many of them threatened or in decline. Only old trees have hollows, they take at least 100 years to form. Nest boxes don’t replace tree hollows, but they are useful in areas where natural hollows aren’t available. The first order of 530 nest boxes will be divided between the Central Coast and Newcastle and focused on bushfire ravaged areas where habitat has been lost. Well done to all involved. Keep an eye on https:// mensshed.org for more information.

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Killy Cares inspires Macs Friends Helping Neighbours Macmasters Beach residents are looking after their own with a group of volunteers offering a variety of services for the elderly and those in need. Macs Friends Helping Neighbours is the brainchild of resident Jill Danks, although she is quick to point out that the idea was inspired by a similar group operating in the Killcare/ Wagstaffe area (Killy Cares) and an informal service offered for many years by the Macmasters Beach Ladies Social Club. Killy Cares is a community based charity established to

draw on the expertise and compassion that exists within the local community to support and assist others, especially the elderly, in times of special need. “We have formalised the service formerly offered by the Ladies Social Club and taken it a bit further,” Danks said. “It’s all about helping your neighbours, with around 40 volunteers already having registered to lend a helping hand to others – to older people, those who are ill, or those who simply need a hand with simple tasks,” Danks said. “We can take people to attend medical appointments, get

prescriptions filled or shop, or just help with things around the home. “We first got the group going in January and then everything went down due to COVID. “We had promoted ourselves to doctors so they could let patients know the service was available – and then, all of a sudden, we couldn’t do it. “During the months since we have been able to do some things, like post parcels, do shopping, pick up scripts. “We do small chores like change light bulbs, smoke alarm batteries and tap washers – nothing which

would take business from local tradies, just little jobs an older person couldn’t do.” Just recently, Danks said, four volunteers had worked in shifts looking after a little dog which had had surgery while its owner worked as a nurse, prompting a heartfelt thanks on the group’s Facebook page from grateful owner Libby Borgos. Borgos praised the volunteers who had cared for Humphrey the dachshund while he recovered from back surgery, saying it was an “awesome service”. Danks said because of coronavirus, the number of

people who had registered for help was small. “People have to have confidence to let a stranger into their home, so we have given ourselves a few years to build up that trust and confidence,” she said. “All of our volunteers have had police checks ad are fully insured. “Anybody we help has to read our operating principles and agree to them – for example, we can’t do banking or put a password into a computer for someone.” Terry Collins

Jill Danks co-ordinates the Macs Helping Neighbours service

Community groups to share in over $18,000 in Council grants The Rotary Club of Gosford and Kincumber Probus Club are just two community organisations that will share in more than $18,000 of funding from the latest round of Central Coast Council’s Community Support Grant Program and Working Together Staying Strong Grant Program. The Rotary Club will receive

$1,886 for the purchase of community meeting equipment. President David Bacon said the money, which would be matched by the club, would come in very handy. “We originally applied for the grant during the coronavirus crisis to buy equipment so we could effectively use Zoom in our meetings,” Bacon said. “And even though we are one

of the few clubs to have resumed face to face meetings, we found that having access to Zoom was beneficial. “By maintaining that access, our members who are unable to attend face to face meetings will still be able to join in, and we will have access to a broader range of speakers.” Bacon said the money would be used to buy a new laptop and camera equipment to

streamline the Zoom component at meetings. Meanwhile the Probus Club will use its $1,912 grant to facilitate its Probus COVID-19 Active Safety Essentials for Seniors (CASES). Mayor Lisa Matthews said with COVID-19 continuing to impact the way that many community groups and organisations deliver services across the region, Council’s

grant programs provide muchneeded support to local not for profits to assist with delivering important programs and services when they are needed most. Other recipients in the latest funding round were: Tuggerah Lakes Christian Education Board Incorporated - F.U.S.E. Camp ($4,987); Wyong Creek Literary Institute Inc - Rates Subsidy 2019-2020 ($641);

Manno Mens Shed Inc Installation of Gutter Guard ($2,000); Wyongah Progress Association - Rates Subsidy 2019-2020 ($1,595); Tuggerah Lakes Art Society - 2020 FAB FAKES Art Competition and Exhibition ($3,382); and Charmhaven Lions Club Inc - 6 X 3 Marquee to comply with COVID-19 restrictions ($1,932). Terry Collins

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FROM THE MAYOR

CHERISHED AND PROTECTED NATURAL BEAUTY

The weekend saw the last NRL game hosted at Central Coast Stadium of our adopted home team the New Zealand Warriors. Today the NZ Warriors farewell the Coast and head home to their families and friends. A positive that has come out of COVID-19 for our Central Coast community was the ability to host the New Zealand Warriors for the 2020 NRL season and adopt them as our home team. Our love of sport had our community quickly embracing the New Zealand Warriors NRL team as their own. The opportunity to host the New Zealand Warriors was a testament to Council’s management of Central Coast Stadium as a high-quality venue delivering for professional sporting codes from its ideal location just outside Sydney. Through hosting NRL games during the 2020 premiership season, and with COVID-19 limitations in place, our stadium has had 17,453 total crowd attendance, a fantastic turnout given current circumstances and evidence of just how much we love our sport! Thank you to the New Zealand Warriors for making our home your home during the 2020 NRL season. We hope you enjoyed your time here and safe travels home. It has been an absolute pleasure hosting you. Central Coast Council and the community welcome you back anytime.

We’re committed to improving and protecting our beaches, lakes, and waterways for the future.

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Dredging The Entrance Channel begins

With advice from coastal experts Royal HaskoningDHV, and in accordance with our licence issued by the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) we have commenced dredging of The Entrance Channel which will remove an estimated 30,000 cubic metres of sand from the channel. We must tightly monitor, manage and test water quality at discharge locations, in particular total suspended solids (a measure of water clarity). Dredged sand will be pumped to an area inside the channel where it will be ‘dewatered’ – a process where the water is allowed to drain from the sand, leaving the sand behind. The dewatered sand will be loaded into trucks and transported to designated beach nourishment locations. Initial sand nourishment will focus on the North Entrance Beach. Our program has given particular consideration to the expected presence of the migratory Little Tern by engaging ornithologists (bird specialists) to help develop an appropriate plan, and we are taking measures to mitigate any impact on them. Karagi Reserve carpark will remain closed for the duration of the dredging program. With increased numbers of heavy machinery on the beaches, please take extra care and be mindful of COVID-19 restrictions. Be the first to get updates, sign up to our e-newsletter. Search ‘enews’ at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au

Sending smoke signals to ‘Save Our Sewers’ We are continually improving our infrastructure to help protect the health of our community and environment. Our smoke testing program investigates inflow and infiltration to the sewerage system, identifying possible cracks or breaks to ensure sewage cannot leak into the environment. This testing also reduces the risk of sewage overflows which can be common in wet weather. When testing occurs people may see non-toxic smoke coming from manholes, sewer vent pipes or sometimes even homes if pipes are damaged or drains are dry. The smoke is non-toxic and leaves no residuals or staining. Direct contact with the smoke may cause minor respiratory irritation in some people. We are currently testing in the Terrigal area, if you experience sewer concerns call us immediately – any time day or night – on 1300 463 954.

Celebration of Coast’s waterways plus other events

We’ve been starved of our usually jam-packed event schedule this year due to COVID-19, so it is exciting to see some events returning in a way that continues to keep us safe. So, What’s On? The Central Coast’s spectacular waterways will take centre stage this November as we roll out The Lakes Festival program across the Coast with live music, performances and experience a host of fun and educational shows. On now – we have a combination of online and in-person events hosted by our Libraries, Town Centres, Gosford Regional Gallery and our Youth team as part of our School Holiday program. Plus the Coast’s beloved ChromeFest will bring the head-turning beauty of classic American cars and 1950s rock ‘n’ roll fun directly into homes with ChromeFest Overdrive TV. Search ‘What’s On’ at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au

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Community Bulletin - COVID-19 Information YOUR OUTDOORS Safe summer fun

With school holidays on and summer just around the corner, everyone’s keen to head outdoors to enjoy the weather. Please remember, Public Health Orders requiring social distancing and restricting public gatherings to under 20 people still apply outdoors. Our beaches are among our most popular spots. A good way to remember to socially distance there is to keep a towel’s length between you and anyone who doesn’t live with you. If the beach looks crowded, consider coming back at another time or relaxing in a non-beach setting. Here’s a few ideas to help you enjoy other natural settings: • go for a walk or run in your local park • ride a bike along a cycleway • take your dog for a walk around your neighbourhood • kick a ball at a sportsground • head bush to hike on a nature trail or to visit a scenic spot. For more information, search ‘recreation’ on centralcoast.nsw.gov.au

YOUR WASTE

YOUR WELLBEING

Bin the 5am waste dash!

Have you heard the rattle of the waste collection truck extra early recently and done a pyjama dash to the kerbside only to see the truck driving off into the distance? Never miss a bin pick-up! Please ensure your waste and recycling bins are placed on the kerbside the night before their scheduled collection. Our waste collection now starts earlier than it did before the COVID-19 pandemic hit. This ensures our waste contractor can be COVID Safe by staggering driver start times to reduce the number of people in the waste depot at any one time. This means that in the case of a COVID incident, the Coast’s waste and recycling collection service won’t be badly affected. To help the truck drivers do their work quickly and efficiently, please position bins clear of parked cars, trees and poles. Find out all you need to know about the waste management and recycling services provided to our Coasts residents visit 1coast.com.au and explore, interact, discover and learn.

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Reach out for support

Adapting to getting on with life in the new ‘COVID normal’ may be a challenge. Returning to a workplace after months of working from home, visiting a supermarket and seeing people not socially distancing or wearing masks, or simply attending any setting with lots of people around – all can trigger anxiety and distress. It’s important to acknowledge your feelings rather than trying to ignore them. If they are affecting your wellbeing, please seek help. 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 and movement is also an important aid to good mental health, helping you to ‘de-stress’ from troubling emotions. We’ve produced several videos to help you increase your physical and mental fitness through exercise and meditation. Search ‘exercise’ at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/youtube

Mental Health Month

Peninsula Community Centre Available for Lease

Central Coast Council is calling for expressions of interest from eligible community organisations, groups or other parties to enter into a lease agreement for Peninsula Community Centre, Part of 93 McMasters Road, Woy Woy. Expressions of Interest must be lodged in accordance with the requirements detailed in available documentation. Submissions close 5pm, 21 October 2020. Expression of Interest documentation and submission information available by contacting Council's Property Oﬃce, Cassie Field on 1300 463 954 or cassie.ﬁeld@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au

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Why are we stalling on COSS? The Coastal Open Space System (COSS) is big, comprising around 662 parcels of land, equating to approximately 4,368 hectares or 10793.6 acres. In the Coastal Open Space System Strategy, it is clear September is when COSS Week is held – a week to celebrate and showcase the

FORUM values of the COSS. The aim of COSS Week was to increase the community’s understanding of what the COSS is and its values, by providing opportunities to participate in organised activities in the reserves. It is also clear in the Central

Coast 2036 document that COSS is to be expanded to the former Wyong Council area. Why is it then that there haven’t been any COSS Week celebrations created by the Council? Surely in these COVID times a walk in our local bushland is perfect for social distancing. Surely events can be

organised for self-directed learning and adventuring. Why, apart from the COSS Committee meetings, has COSS only been mentioned once on the Central Coast council website? Why does the State Government continue to refuse to give COSS an Environmental 5 Zoning?

Less transparency with water rates notices Many Central Coast ratepayers may not be aware that Council has “slipped” in a slight change to the water rates and usage notices for all ratepayers.

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They have deleted from the notice, the graph which provided a comparative look at the previous three periods. This enabled you to see very quickly if your water bill had any sizeable change from normal. Their excuse for this change

FORUM was that they had received “feedback from ratepayers that the graph was often confusing and at times misleading.” I find this difficult to believe, as anything that highlights anomalies in a bill is always helpful. If nothing else, the graph puts your usage into context against the previous periods. Going forward they will only provide you with a total usage

of water for the period and the cost. This doesn’t really tell you anything, to explain why the bill may be very high, or even a lot less than what you would normally pay. This information is in a small section on the back of the bill. The other reason for their change was so they could insert a small window for ratepayers to be able to register for E-Notices of their bills (email notifications instead of paper copies).

I believe that there would be a lot of other ratepayers out there who would oppose this change, as it makes it so much easier for you and Council to miss any irregularities in a bill. I guess it is one way to reduce people calling Council to clarify the usage or size of a particular bill. If you feel the same way, please feel free to let Council know those feelings. Email, Sep 23 K. Lupton, Killarney Vale

Central Coast Council’s motion calling on the NSW Department of Planning to create a new zone to protect conservation lands has been unanimously endorsed at the 2017 Local Government Conference. Why hasn’t this been finalised? COSS is a large area of over 70 natural reserves which are

set aside for flora and fauna, nature-based passive recreation, which preserve the bushland character of the Central Coast. Why is there inertia in getting this done? Where is this process clogged and why? Email, Sep 28 J. Cooper, East Gosford

Fix beach toilets before summer I would like to draw your attention to the condition of the men’s toilets/ changing rooms in Umina Beach. For years there has been no rack on the wall, so clothes have to be put on a small often dirty bench. There is no soap in the sink, and the condition of the shower is very bad as the taps do not stay open long enough; the showerheads give off jets of

FORUM water instead of a shower. The Ocean Beach toilet is better; however, the shower heads and taps have the same problem. It is time to address the issue as the summer is around the corner. Email, Sep 28 E. Bass, Koolewong

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Under its charter, the ABC is required to provide “innovative and comprehensive broadcasting services of a high standard across Australia”. “It is also required to transmit news, current affairs and entertainment programs outside Australia”. With this glittering history from predecessors, why on earth is today’s Liberal Party hell-bent on destroying OUR ABC by creeping starvation of funding from OUR taxes? How would we know what’s going on in the world if it wasn’t for Four Corners, the daily news and analysis and informative programming on Radio

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See Page 2 for contribution conditions National, 7:30, The Drum, science programs, Foreign Correspondent, arts and music and much more? How would we have survived the catastrophic bushfires last summer without the ABC? Expert medical advice during Covid-19? The much touted $1B in annual Government funding actually amounts to less than $880M in unindexed operational funding once fixed transmission costs are deducted. Moreover, per capita funding for the ABC is among the lowest of any public broadcaster in the

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It’s all rubbish

Increase funding for the ABC Prime Minister Joseph Lyons’ government established the ABC on 1 July 1932, delivering radio across the country, and 24 years later Prime Minister Robert Menzies on 5 November 1956 launched ABC television just in time to deliver coverage of the 1956 Olympic Games.

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western world. Importantly, PM Menzies saw direct influence in other countries, particularly the Pacific, as pivotal to Australia’s security – why on earth did the Liberals abandon the ABC’s indepth coverage and create a vacuum for China to fill? Poll after poll has shown the ABC is the most trusted institution in Australia. Yet another 250 jobs will soon go. Parliamentarians’ salaries have kept up with inflation – why shouldn’t the ABC? So, Lucy Wicks, in the coming budget, waive the $84M indexation freeze, increase funding to this crucial pillar of our democracy, and let the ABC get on with doing its most valued work: informing and uniting citizens. I would have thought in today’s fractured world, this is priceless.

Roll up, roll up for the Kariong circus.

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Come see the Punch and Judy show; Crouch and Tesch are performing - Crouch the “thousands of jobs man” and Tesch “Don’t bring your Sydney rubbish here” Of course, neither contestant will be mentioning the one obstacle in the way - lack of infrastructure.

To get the double bogeys and other large trucks into the industrial area they will have to navigate a single lane road and a tight roundabout. Yet neither political party is prepared to address the issue. As far as the state of art recycling plant is concerned,

when mountains of rubbish were being dumped at Mangrove Mountain it took years of complaints to stop it. When a modern, very tightly controlled plant is planned then it is jumped on immediately. Which planet these people live on? Email, Sep 26 G. Mitchell, Kariong

Manners … and respect for elders I fully agree with Mr. Horsefall’s letter regarding the behaviour of our youngsters.

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student behaviour and you guessed it, no acknowledgement and no answer to my letter. If this is what is taught in our schools, I feel sad for the future of our beloved Australia. If we don’t have respect, graciousness and kindness towards our elders, what are we left with?

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Kayakers rescued in Tuggerah Lakes Tuggerah Lakes Marine Rescue saved four people on kayaks and a sinking paddle boat during gale force winds on Saturday, September 26. Unit Commander, Tony Younglove, said Marine Rescue received a call out at about 2pm from Police Maritime Area Command following reports that the group was being swept into the middle of Tuggerah Lake and sinking. “I was the Master of the boat

Man charged over armed robbery at The Entrance A 26-year-old San Remo man will appear before Wyong Local Court in December to answer charges relating to an alleged armed robbery of a service station at The Entrance. At about 2.20am on Thursday, September 24, police were called to a service station on The Entrance Rd, following reports that a man armed with a knife entered the store and threatened an employee. The armed man stole cash and fled the scene on foot. He was last seen running south towards Anzac Ave, Long Jetty. No one was injured during the incident. Officers from Tuggerah Lakes Police District established a crime scene and commenced

a search of the area. Following inquiries, the man was arrested and charged with robbery while armed with a dangerous weapon and possessing prohibited drugs later that day.

He appeared before Wyong Local Court the following day where he was formally refused bail to reappear on Tuesday, December 8. Source: Press release, Sep 24-26 NSW Police Media

at the time and we were on our way within 15 minutes,” Commander Younglove said. They found the group of four, aged in their late teens to early 20s, about two nautical miles off Wyongah and they were being blown across the lake towards Canton Beach. Two were still on the kayaks and the other pair was clinging to the sinking paddle boat

which had been swamped by the 1.5m to 2m chop whipped up by the gale force winds. “We took the survivors onboard and treated them for slight hypothermia before safely setting them down at the boat ramp at North Tacoma in Wyong River. “We reassessed them on shore and they were fine.” The two kayaks were also recovered. Sue Murray

Stolen firefighting uniforms Volunteers from Fire and Rescue NSW’s Toukley Station are appealing for the community’s assistance to locate some stolen firefighting uniforms containing potentially harmful contaminants. In a statement posted to the station’s social media, volunteers confirmed that two sets of contaminated uniforms had been stolen in the early hours of Monday morning, with concern now held for the health and wellbeing of the thief or thieves. “In between two incidents earlier this morning, Monday, September 28, at approximately 4am we have had two sets of structural firefighting clothing stolen from our back door with three persons seen in the vicinity at the time. “This equipment is contaminated with carcinogens

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Swannin’ around

Pete Rush’s latest beach sculpture

Situated centre stage in Terrigal lagoon, Pete Rush’s newest sculpture, Reflection Weaver, is bound to bring in a crowd. The half human, half swan made of palm fronds is anchored to a concrete block in

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the lagoon inlet and took four days to complete. Rush originally started the sculpture in Macmasters lagoon but moved it to Terrigal as it would not stand up in the mud. Rush told Central Coast Newspapers he drew

inspiration from the Pagan style of Norman Lindsey. “The concept came from when I was looking across the lagoon at the reflection and I noticed on this particular day the reflections looked like fine horizontal lines which reminded me of a thread,” he said.

“And then I thought, wouldn’t it be a weird thought that the reflection is not a trick of light but rather it is woven.” Many of Rush’s artworks evolve from an original idea, however he completed a detailed sketch of this concept before he commenced.

“I came up with this figure that had long arms and fingers to reach up and make this reflection on the under surface of the water,” he said. “I knew it would probably have a swan neck because the creature would want to look up through the water and see

what it was copying. “Another advantage of it being a swan was so people won’t know it is a weaver when looked at above water as it had a swan neck – that was my concept. Jacinta Counihan

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Art lovers set to flock to Wagstaffe An Art Show themed, Birds of a Feather will be showcasing at the Wagstaffe Hall this October long weekend run by The Bouddi Society. All 30 exhibits will relate to our avian friends made by artists who either live on the Bouddi Peninsula or have a close relationship with it. Among the artists, three have

exhibited internationally and a number of others have had success in regional exhibitions including the Gosford Art Prize. The opening ceremony has been pre-recorded due to COVID restrictions and will be seen on video in the Wagstaffe Hall. The show will include an interview with one of the exhibitors, Gab Paananen, who is a puppeteer, creature

designer and natural history illustrator and has received two Bouddi Foundation for the Arts scholarships. Her mechanism of the Whitebellied Sea Eagle’s wing will be at the show which will be open 9am-4pm on October 3 and 9am-3.30pm on October 4. Source: Media release, Sep 23 The Bouddi Society

100 in style … happy birthday Heather Heather Whitehead celebrated her 100th birthday in style last month at the Yallambee Lodge, West Gosford, receiving recognition from the Governor General, the Queen and local MPs.

Gab Paananen with Raven

New dance floor for MMAD Moves Australian pop music and dance group, Justice Crew, was in Gosford last week to reveal Musicians Making a Difference (MMAD’s) new dance floor The modern floor will give students and mentors in the MMAD Moves program a professional space to use on the Central Coast. MMAD Moves is an early intervention and mentoring program, offering free weekly dance classes to kids aged between 6-18. The program has been running in partnership with Justice Crew since 2011 and member, Lukas Bellesini, said it developed at the same time the group was formed. “It turned out to be quite a good partnership because we were just as much about community work as much as

MMAD Moves were,” Bellesini said. MMAD co-founder, Dominic Brook, said the floor would be a space for all young people on the Central Coast and also a place for MMAD mentors to help children through dance and music therapy. “I think young people have been restricted and stressed due to COVID restrictions and (this) created a lot of issues in terms of mental health,” Brook said. “It is good to be back on track and have a facility where young people can come and express themselves and some of the things they have been going through during the lockdown. “Our dance programs are incredibly powerful for both our kids and family, some MMAD Dancers have gone on to dance in professional crews or become dance teachers.”

Brook said they were still able to move many of their programs online while they were closed. “It has given MMAD a great opportunity to renovate the studio, dance floor and perfect our program so we can come back to better and bigger and inspire more young people to get involved in creative arts on the coast,” he said. “It has been hard, but there have been some great things to come out of it.” MMAD Dance Teacher of three years, Gemma Sibthorp, said the new facilities would help kids improve their skills. “These young dancers are really passionate about learning, and without a proper dance floor we’ve been unable to help them take their dancing to the next level, so we are very excited” Sibthorp said. Jacinta Counihan

Facility Manager at Yallambee Lodge, Ann Young, said her special day was full of cake, cards and tiaras. “The most important thing to Heather was tasting the very special cake,” Young said. Heather Whitehead was born to John and Anita McLeod on September 3, 1920, with her sister, Nance, born the following year. When she was younger, her family enjoyed holidays at Cronulla and Umina Beach, and later after completing her Intermediate Certificate, she worked in a freight company office as a clerk. Mrs Whitehead worked in communications during the war years where she learnt Morse Code and helped in a cafe in Hyde Park feeding returned soldiers. After WW11, the family moved to Umina Beach where she joined a local tennis club and met her husband to be, Robert Whitehead. They married in April 1953

Heather Whitehead turned 100 in style

and began their life together in Bermagui where Mrs Whitehead discovered her love of cats. A few years later they moved to Woy Woy, where they worked together to build their business, Bob’s Taxi Truck. Mrs Whitehead’s love for animals saw their house become a home for local birds, dogs, her beloved cat Nita, and even a pond full of fish and turtles. After many years, the Whiteheads moved to Ettalong Beach where they enjoyed

many morning swims. They bought a camper and travelled for six months around Australia with Mrs Whitehead’s sister and her husband. Mr Whitehead sadly passed in 2015 at the age of 97. Mrs Whitehead’s niece, Jan, said she was an amazing aunt who gave her nephews and nieces many fun holidays and a lovely Christmas party every year where they exchanged presents and went swimming. Source: Media release, Sep 29 Evergreen Life Care Limited

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‘My favourite part of the day’

Joey Pre-School

Spring is the season for babies at the Australian Reptile Park with park keepers starting up their daily pre-school feeding

session for the newest joeys. The animals currently in attendance are six Tasmanian Devil joeys, Ember the koala,

Alinta the Yellow-footed rockwallaby and Eddie the Eclectus parrot, with appearances from two Eastern Quolls and Rufus bettongs from the Australian

Animal rescuers recognised The Central Coast Animal Care Facility has been selected as a finalist in this year’s nation-wide Jetpets Companion Animal Rescue Awards for Outstanding Animal Shelter and Innovation in Rescue. The Central Coast Councilowned facility at Erina rescues and re-homes animals, ensuring all animals have a second chance at a better life. The animal shelter has been selected for the awards two years in a row, and Manager Deanna Walton said she is immensely proud of this achievement. “To find out that we became a finalist in two categories this year, we are absolutely stoked,” Walton said.

“There are so many animals out there abandoned and lost, but euthanasia does not need to happen anymore because there are so many animal rescuers who can take them in.” Staff members rescue animals from all over the state, taking in dogs, cats, pigs, and many others. One of the projects run by the facility is an online crowdfunding program called Freedom Buster, allowing the community to financially assist pet owners who cannot afford to take their animal out of the pound. “There are a lot of people who do love their animals, but they go into impound because they cannot afford to keep them,” Walton said.

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“We call ourselves an animal care facility so we try to help where we can.” Rescue Awards founder and rescue advocate from Pets4Life, Cathy Beer, said the awards celebrate and recognise achievements in the rescue, rehabilitation, and rehoming of companion animals Australia-wide. “It’s more important than ever to shine the light on the rescue industry and the innovations they have implemented to keep on going in these difficult times,” Beer said. The winners of will be revealed at a virtual Rescue Awards Ceremony at 4 pm on October 15

Reptile Park’s sister charity, Aussie Ark. These pre-school sessions include daily bottle feeds and a time for the joeys to experience the new sights and smells from their fellow new joey friends. All animals are currently being hand-raised by different mammal keepers who are their adoptive ‘mothers’ and once they have grown a bit more, the joeys will eventually be reunited with their animal families at the Australian Reptile Park. Head of Mammals, Dean

Reid, said joining the joey preschool sessions are the best part of his day. “It’s something I and all the keepers here look forward to,” Reid said. “Not only do we get to look after these gorgeous native Australian animals, but we get to have our own little Mother’s Club at the same time. “The animals are all being hand raised-due to having a bit of a rocky start to their lives, all for different reasons, and it’s safe to say we all have our

hands full. “Looking after baby animals is no easy task, it includes a lot of two in the morning wake up calls. “Thankfully, we’re a strong team and the animals are doing incredibly well and in perfect health. “We can’t wait to reintroduce them to their animal families and get a full night’s sleep in a few months.” Source: Media release, Sep 24 Australia Reptile Park

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6:00 Headline News [s] 5:00 CGTN English News 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 5:15 NHK World English News 12:00 Dr Phil (PG) [s] 5:30 Worldwatch 2:00 Entertainment Tonight [s] 1:00 PBS Newshour 2:30 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 2:00 Queen Elizabeth’s Secret 3:30 Good Chef Bad Chef [s] Agents (M) 4:00 Everyday Gourmet With 3:00 Great British Railway Justine Schofield [s] Journeys (PG) 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful 3:30 Who Do You Think You Are?: (PG) [s] Emma Willis (PG) 5:00 10 News First [s] 4:30 Great British Railway 6:00 WIN News [s] Journeys (PG) 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 5:00 Tennis: French Open 2020 7:30 Prince William: A Planet For Highlights Us All [s] – In this intimate 6:00 Mastermind Australia portrayal, Prince William reveals 6:30 SBS World News that fatherhood has spurred him 7:30 Every Family Has A Secret: to share his passion for the Elizabeth Brierley And Paul planet and search for ways to Morris (M) restore the environment. 8:30 Insight: Held Hostage (M) 9:00 Ambulance Australia (M) [s] 9:30 Dateline 10:10 NCIS: Perennial (M v) [s] 10:00 The Feed 11:00 WIN’s All Australian News [s] 10:30 SBS World News Late 12:00 The Project (PG) [s] 11:00 Tennis: French Open 2020: 1:00 The Late Show (PG) [s] Quarter Finals *Live* From 2:00 Home Shopping Roland Garros

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Sunrise [s] The Morning Show (PG) [s] Seven Morning News [s] Movie: “To Have And To Hold” (PG) (’17) Stars: Erika Christensen, Rekha Sharma The Chase UK [s] Seven News At 4 [s] The Chase Australia [s] Seven News [s] Home And Away (PG) [s] Highway Patrol: Liar Liar/ Stolen Runaway (PG) [s] Movie: “Jack Reacher: Never Go Back” (M v) (’16) – When Major Susan Turner is arrested for treason, ex-investigator Jack Reacher undertakes the challenging task to prove her innocence and ends up exposing a shocking conspiracy. Stars: Tom Cruise, Cobie Smulders, Aldis Hodge The Latest Seven News [s] Crazy On A Plane (M l) [s] Home Shopping

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5:30 Today [s] 9:00 Today Extra [s] 11:30 NINE’s Morning News [s] 12:00 Ellen (PG) [s] 1:00 Natural World: Cheetahs Growing Up Fast (PG) [s] 2:00 The Block: Living/ Dining Room Week (PG) 3:00 Tipping Point (PG) [s] 4:00 NINE’s Afternoon News [s] 5:00 Millionaire Hot Seat [s] 6:00 NINE News [s] 7:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] 7:30 Paramedics (PG) [s] 8:30 Kings Cross ER (M mp,l) [s] 9:30 Botched: Bunny Boobs And Pooch Patrol (M v,l) [s] 10:30 NINE News Late [s] 11:00 Law & Order: Criminal Intent: Dead (M v) [s] 11:50 Tipping Point (PG) [s] 12:45 Garden Gurus Moments [s] 1:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] 1:30 Home Shopping 4:00 Easy Eats [s]

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

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

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

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

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5:00 CGTN English News 5:15 NHK World English News 5:30 Worldwatch 12:00 US Presidential And Vice Presidential Debates *Live* 1:30 ABC America: World News Tonight 2:00 The Royal Family Affairs And Infidelities 2:55 Governor Macquarie’s Silent Witness (PG) (In English/ Hindi) 3:05 King Solomon’s Mines (PG) 4:00 Inside Selfridges (PG) 4:55 Tennis: French Open 2020 Highlights 6:00 Mastermind Australia 6:30 SBS World News 7:30 Michael Mosley - Queen Victoria’s Slum: The Long Depression (PG) 8:35 Fargo (MA15+) 10:45 SBS World News 11:15 Grand Tours Of Scotland’s Lochs (PG) 12:00 Tennis: French Open 2020

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Down in the Garden: Gardening with Kids handling these substances and materials. Tips to Hold their Interest

CHERALYN DARCEY

School holidays are upon us and, with it being Spring, now is the best time to inspire our children to garden. Many kids can find the slower pace of gardening challenging so a few extra projects with faster outcomes and giving them real responsibility will “plant a seed” and encourage children to venture into more traditional gardening. Can you remember when you had your first garden? One that was completely ‘yours’? The real secret to inspiring any gardener, from 1 to 100, is to give them a space to call their own and to let them do as they wish. This space can be a raised bed, a designated area or a cluster of pots. Naturally you will need to supervise for the sake of safety, but let the kids make the decisions, with gentle guidance. Make them the “head gardener”. If you are a relative that they visit periodically, work out together the maintenance that needs to be done when they leave their garden in your care and send them weekly updates with photographs. Garden ‘Costumes’, Tools and Materials Most kids love the idea of dress-up so by designating ‘gardening clothing’ you can not only save their everyday cloths but make gardening seem special, (which it is!). They will need protective footwear, and this could be a fun pair of gumboots, rubber clogs or an old pair of runners. Gloves are also a must as little fingers like exploring and this will give some protection to them from bites, cuts and irritants. There are kids aprons and overalls that are garden-specific but even a set of colourful clothing that you suggest are kept ‘just for gardening’ will fit the bill. You could even look out for floral, botanical or garden creature themed tops, shirts or pants or have fun with a set of fabric markers and let their imagination go wild. I’ve seen the cute kids gardening tools/toys out there, but I would suggest that if your kids are old enough to work with scissors supervised then I’d be more inclined to purchase a child sized ‘real’ set. (Be mindful however, that pruners and secateurs are a lot more powerful than general household scissors and should not be left around any children at any time.) Go organic as this will be safer but make sure proper handling of soil, even organic pesticides, composts and mulches and the like are handled under strict supervision. Masks must be worn to avoid inhalation of micro-organisms and gloves worn when

I think the number one way to engage kids in the garden is to grow foods they like. A pizza garden can be extra fun and created with a few simple herbs, tomatoes, onions and whatever else they like to throw on a pizza! There is no getting away from the fact that kids love electronics and you can capitalise of this by introducing ways of using their gadgets for gardening goodness. Perhaps you have a budding ‘Costa’ or ‘Dirt Girl’ in your family and they would like to make their own YouTube gardening channel! Create a garden journal (see below) or an online version in the form of a blog or a social media page. One gardening app that is a lot of fun is ‘Plantsnap’, (www.plantsnap.com), which costs about $4 upfront with no additional payments and lets you take photos of plants and will help identify them. It is not 100 per cent accurate but it will get kids on the right track in their botanical exploration. The Central Coast Council has a wonderful class running from 28 September to 12 October (8:00 am each day) called: Library Online School Holiday Spring Explorers - What kind of bugs, plants and flowers can you find in your backyard? Want More Ideas for Gardening with Kids? Check out thsese: Easy Peasy Gardening for Kids Book, Kristen Bradley and Aitch, Little Gestalten, 2019 Gardening Lab for Kids Book Renata Foster Brown, Quarry Books, 2014 Healthy Kids Grow an Edible Garden Free Booklet http://healthy-kids.com.au/wp-content/ uploads/2014/02/C-KGKC-Kids-Grow.pdf. Upcoming Events Edogawa Commemorative Garden has reopened. Seven days 9:30am to 4pm, free entry. (36 Webb St, East Gosford. Ph: 4304 7550) The Central Coast group of the Australian Plants Society is holding its first online plant sale. (Order at www.austplants.com.au and then collected from Kariong on either 4 October or 18 October.) Cheralyn Darcey is a gardening author, community garden coordinator and along with Pete Little, hosts ‘The Gardening Gang’ 8am every Saturday on Coast FM. Let me know your gardening events and news, email: gardeningcentralcoast@gmail. com

Fun gardening projects to share with the children these holidays Discover the Colours of Nature You will need: a selection of paint chips; a binder ring or old keyring; a round hole punch; and a small decorative hole punch or stickers or stamp Reuse old paint chips by creating this interesting activity for botanical explorers – make sure you have plenty of greens as well as other colours. Punch a hole through one corner of each paint chip and secure together with a binder ring. Go exploring in the garden to find the colours on the paint chips. Take a fun shaped hole punch with you, stickers or a stamp and mark the colours as you find them. You might like to draw the leaf, flower or whatever it was that you found that matched you colour on the paint chip as well. Design a Garden You will need: graph paper; tracing paper/ baking paper; graphite (lead) pen and eraser; coloured pens/pencils; masking tape and a tape measure (optional) You can measure the garden by pacing it out and kids find this really fun. Get them to make sure their stride is even (a game in itself) and work out how many paces wide and long your garden area is (or just use tape measure). Stick down a piece of graph paper to a table/ surface to keep it steady and mark out the existing garden with all its features. You will have to work out how many squares equal a pace – the bigger the garden design is on the paper the better. Draw the garden on the graph paper and colour in as you wish. Tape a piece of tracing paper/baking paper over the top of this design and now redesign the garden. You can move things around, place new things in the design, do whatever you wish! (This is pretty close to what real garden designers do when they are creating for their clients.) Make a Botanical Press An oldie but a goodie! Version One: Grab two sheets of thin flat wood (around A5 size is best) and drill holes in each corner and then secure together with screws and wingnuts. Version Two: Use those sheets of wood and secure with four thick rubber bands. Version Three: Use heavy cardboard (around A5) and secure with four thick rubber bands. After collecting leaves, petals and flowers, lay two sheets of newspaper (cut to A5 size) onto the sheet of wood or cardboard and then top with one sheet of white A5 paper.

Lay out your botanical specimens carefully on the white paper and then lay another sheet of A5 white paper on top and then another sheet of newspaper. You can continue for a few layers and then finish off with two sheets of newspaper and the top of your press (wood or cardboard). Secure with screws and wingnuts or rubber bands (if it is loose, place press under heavy books as well). Leave for at least two weeks or more. Botanical specimens are ready for use in your journal or crafts when they are completely dry. Start a Garden Journal Kit You will need: a blank journal; a waterproof pencil case large enough to fit journal; pens/ pencils; and stickers/stamps (optional). Keeping a journal is a great way to record what is happening as you garden grows and to keep your personal observations, garden wishes, plans and feelings. You can add your garden designs, drawings of your plants, dates you planted seeds or seedlings and notes about when they sprouted, flowered and produced fruit. Keep a record or what you might like to change next time and new plants you see on tv, magazines, books or in other gardens. Use the botanical press (above) to dry and flatten leaves and flowers and add to your pages with tape. The other thing garden journals are good for is making a note of when things don’t go right. Make sure you describe exactly what went wrong - was it a pest, a disease, not enough water or maybe something else. If you keep your garden journal and a few pens and pencils in a waterproof case, you can take it out into the garden with you. Make a Rain Gauge You will need: a clear plastic bottle; a ruler; permanent marker/s; gardening wire (rubber coated); and scissors. Your garden needs at least 3cm water per week (some plants more) so creating a rain gauge is a very helpful project. Soak off any labels and then cut the top of the bottle off so that you are left with a straight container with a bottom. Mark out each centimetre on the bottle with the permanent marker/s. Use black for the measurements for easy viewing but you may like to add a bit of artistic water themed artwork with the markers as well! Wrap the coated wire around the bottle and secure in the garden to a fence, pole or structure that is completely straight, with nothing above it so it can catch the rain. You can keep a record of rainfall in your gardening journal and it will help you know when your garden needs more water.

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Saije to play the Rhythm Hut Contemporary folk duo, Saije, will play at The Rhythm Hut on Saturday, October 3 - the only show left on their east coast tour. Partners, Shanteya Lancaster and Jo Ashley, from Bellingen on the Mid North Coast, have been performing together for nine years, but recently gigs have been limited. Ashley said he was excited to be back playing a live gig. “We have never played or even been to the Rhythm Hut, but we have wanted to for years as we have heard really

good things about it,” Ashley said. “This show was going to be the start of our tour, but we, unfortunately, had to cancel the rest because of COVID restrictions, so it is a one-way tour now,” Ashley said. Saije’s soulful music resembles the styles of Angus and Julia Stone and Ben Howard, with harmonies, dynamic guitar-lines and percussive breakdowns used to create their full-bodied songs. “When we were growing up, we listened to loads of different

genres and artists from folk to world music, and pop and all these various flavours have inspired us,” Ashley said. “A few years ago, we did an eight-month tour in Europe through 16 different countries, and at the start of this year we went to a folk conference in New Orleans and then did a month-long tour in Canada.” Ashley’s partner, Shanteya Lancaster, has kept busy by running her own jewellery business and the pair have also used the time to improve their music space. “We bought a shipping

container, and we are converting it into a music space and recording studio, so we have been busy with that,” Ashley said. “The hardest thing for us is the unknown because there is a no set date when everything will go back. “We have to plan a year in advance for music gigs, but this is hard to do at the moment. The show starts at 7pm at The Rhythm Hut and tickets can be found at events.humanitix. com/saije. Jacinta Counihan

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Australia’s first Scelzi A Wyoming woman has been successful in having an autobiography written by her 96-year-old father accepted by The National Library of Canberra as a contemporary document. Patricia Scelzi edited an account written by her father, Carmine Rocco of migrating from Italy to Australia in the 1950s and submitted it for consideration. She was gratified when the book, Australia’s First Scelzi: Carmine Rocco, was accepted Patricia Scelzi with her father Carmine Rocco

because it includes important information on migrants in Australia. “It is a migrant story that many people can relate to … it covers what was happening in the ’50s in Australia, what was happening with refugees, and what it is was like after the war,” Scelzi said. “During COVID, I decided to do some writing and focus my attention on my dad’s book, and the more I got into it, the more I started to learn things and recognised its historical significance for everybody.

“It helps show how migrants have been an integrated part of making Australia what it is today.” Rocco father grew up in the southern part of Italy but decided to travel via a cargo ship to Australia in search of work. “He thought he was going to come for six months but did not expect he would he still be here after all these years,” Scelzi said. He was the first Scelzi to arrive in the country, with the family now having more than

70 members. “He believes that history should never be lost, and he wanted to remind people that if they are going through a hard time, it is going to pass,” Scelzi said. “I think it is a good thing to read right now because it is all about overcoming adversity and it is inspirational.” Australia’s First Scelzi: Carmine Rocco is in all Australia libraries and can be read online as a free eBook. Reporter Jacinta Counihan

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The Lying Life of Adults Author: Elena Ferrante Publisher: Europa

This is a coming of age story about Giovanna, a twelve-year-old girl growing up in Naples, the good part of Naples. She lives in an apartment with her parents, who are teachers and intellectuals. They encourage Giovanna to speak Italian, to read, to be successful in school: “Study until you remember everything”. Giovanna adores her father. Her parents are friends with Mariano and Costanza, and Giovanna is good friends with their daughters, Angela and Ida. The families are close, they often dine with each other, even go on holidays together. But life for Giovanna comes to an abrupt halt when her mother speaks to the teachers and learns she is not doing well at school. Her mother blames the changes that come with early adolescence, but according to her father: “Adolescence has nothing to do with it: she’s getting the face of Vittoria.” Vittoria? She is Giovanna’s aunt, her father’s sister, and such a remark might be innocuous, however Giovanna grew up with her father saying of his sister that there: “ugliness and spite were combined to perfection.” Up until that remark, Giovanna thought she was

pretty, how could her father, who loves her, say such a thing? Giovanna has never met her aunt, “the childhood bogeyman, a lean, demonic silhouette, an unkempt figure lurking in the corners of the houses when darkness falls.” However, now she becomes obsessed with locating Aunt Vittoria and seeing what she looks like. Much to her parent’s dismay, Giovanna locates Vittoria,in a part of Naples that she is unaccustomed to and the two form a relationship.

This will cause Giovanna’s life to take an unexpected trajectory. Giovanna finds out that Vittoria had given her a bracelet when she was born but there is no evidence of this. Turns out Giovanna’s father knows about the bracelet – oh boy does he. It opens up a Pandora’s box – Giovanna’s parent’s relationship becomes fractured, her friendship with Angela and Ida becomes strained, she will rebel and lie and manipulate.

Does she do this because that is what the adults in her life do? Is this all part of growing up? There has been a lot of buzz about this book, it has been shortlisted for the 2020 Kirkus Prize, is a New York Times bestseller and has been bought by Netflix to be made into a series. The reviews are great. I am not really a reviewer - I am just simple reader of books and so I have to ask, what am I missing here? If it is about the moral pitfalls of lying or some existential blah blah blah, I don’t care. I just want to read a good story. What all the buzz is about I couldn’t quite tell. Half way through the book I stopped caring what happened to anyone because I stopped liking everyone. I found the characters basically pathetic with no redeeming qualities. I became really tired of reading the word ugly, of people calling each other ugly, calling themselves ugly. Maybe it is the Italian way or maybe it was the translation, but it was overused. The story seemed to take too long and really didn’t go anywhere. I read the Neapolitan Novels and particularly enjoyed My Brilliant Friend. If you want to read a book by Elena Ferrante, I suggest you read that one instead. Kim Reardon The Reluctant Book Critic

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Business & Property Enter the Fibre Zone Businesses across the Central Coast are now able to request high-speed fibre broadband with NBN Co rolling out a new Business Fibre Initiative, as part of a $700M package to transform the accessibility and affordability of business-grade fibre. Under the new initiative businesses at Erina, Gosford, Kincumber, Kariong, Niagara Park, Ourimbah, West Gosford and Woy Woy will be able to request the free service through their retailer. Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks MP said the initiative will offer wholesale symmetrical speeds from 10 Mbps up to 1 Gbps upon request. Businesses in NBN Business

Fibre Zones will see Enterprise Ethernet pricing reduced, some by up to 67 per cent. “Businesses within NBN Co’s Business Fibre Zones across the Central Coast will have access to Metro zone wholesale prices, driving annual cost savings of between $1,200 and $6,000,” Wicks said. “During this global pandemic, the NBN has proven itself to be a vital national asset. “It has supported all Australian businesses, including small and medium family owned businesses as they diversify and adapt to digital operating models to overcome the challenges of the pandemic.” The additional investment into NBN Co’s Business Fibre

Initiative will enable businesses to boost their digital capabilities, supporting our local business to stay competitive in the digital age,” Wicks said. “This Initiative will create more jobs with construction of the Business Fibre Zones expected to deliver up to 6,000 new jobs across Australia, by 2021-22, including more engineers, project managers and construction crew,” she said. Specific location details around the Business Fibre Zones on the Central Coast is available at nbnco.com.au/ businessfibre. Source: Media release Sep 28 Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks

Insolvency reforms to support distressed businesses The Federal Government is set to undertake the most significant reforms to Australia’s insolvency framework in 30 years as part of its economic recovery plan to keep businesses in business and Australians in jobs. The reforms, which draw on key features from Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code in the

United States, will help small businesses throughout the Central Coast restructure and survive the economic impact of COVID-19. Federal Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks said, as the economy continues to recover, it will be critical that distressed businesses have the necessary flexibility to restructure or to wind down their operations in an orderly

manner. “The Government will continue to stand by small and family businesses by doing all we can to ensure these businesses come out on the other said of the pandemic,” she said. “The reforms will assist incorporated businesses with less than $1M in liabilities covering around 76 per cent of

Australian businesses subject to insolvencies today, 98 per cent of which have fewer than 20 employees. “Together, these measures will reposition our insolvency system to reduce costs for small businesses, reduce the time they spend during the insolvency process, ensure greater economic dynamism, and ultimately help more local businesses get to the other

side of the crisis. “These reforms give more support for businesses across the Central Coast who have been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic.” Earlier this year the Morrison Government announced temporary regulatory measures to help financially distressed businesses get to the other side of COVID-19.

On September 7 the Government announced a further extension of this relief to December 31. The new processes will be available for small businesses from January 1, 2021. Source: Media release, Sep 25 Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks

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Green light for (slimmer) Kibbleplex redevelopment Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all systems go for the Gosford Alive five-tower development planned for old Kibbleplex site in Gosford, with the Independent Planning Commission approving the concept plan and stage one works for the Lederer Group project, subject to several conditions. The $345M development is estimated by the applicant to create 354 construction and 211 operational jobs once fully complete. The Department of Planning finalised its assessment of the

proposal in August this year and it went to the Commission for determination because of an objection from Central Coast Council. Issues raised by Council included concerns over design, built form, density, car parking, traffic and road infrastructure, environmental impacts and public benefits. Commissioners Chris Wilson (Panel Chair) and Wendy Lewin met with the applicant, representatives from the Department and Council and local interest group, the Community Environment Network, and conducted an

inspection of the proposed site and surrounding area. While the Commission had a number of residual concerns relating to the bulk and scale of the proposed tower envelopes and their impacts, and the extent of activation proposed on Donnison St and Albany Street North, it determined on September 25 to approve the concept plan. Key conditions of consent will reduce the bulk and scale of four of the five towers to improve views from the public domain, increase the building separation distances, improve solar access within the site,

and improve overshadowing impacts to Donnison St. The height of Towers 1 and 4 are to be lowered to improve address overshadowing concerns and ensure a gradation in height from Kibble Park to the ridgeline of Rumbalara Reserve. The Commission has also conditioned changes to the height of the Albany St North podium and imposed a requirement for the provision of additional commercial uses to improve street activation. Terry Collins

Social housing boom underway on the Coast A housing building blitz on the Central Coast is delivering hundreds of new social and affordable housing dwellings to support people on low incomes, as well as those at risk of homelessness. Minister for Families, Communities and Disability Services, Gareth Ward, was on the Coast on September 29 and said NSW has the largest social

housing building program of any State or Territory in the nation. He said the new projects would pump money into the local economy and create work for countless tradies across the region. The new homes are being built build as part of the NSW Governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s $1.1B Social and Affordable Housing Fund (SAHF), being delivered in partnership with community

housing providers. Compass Housing is currently constructing 157 new homes across the Central Coast, including at Gosford, Toukley and Long Jetty. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, said tenants who move into the properties will receive support tailored to their individual needs, so that they can improve their health and general

wellbeing and sustain their tenancy,, In addition to the 157 new properties being delivered by Compass Housing, 86 properties are being delivered by BaptistCare and Uniting as part of the SAHF. Source: Media release, Sep 29 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

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Cat control Cats of Australia, your days of jumping the fence are over. That is, if Central Coast Council has its way. The Council voted on September 28 to try to change State laws to confine their cats to barracks … or at least the fence line. Council wants the Local Government Act changed to make the person in charge of a cat responsible for keeping it confined to their property. The suggestion came from

Council’s companion animal advisory committee and was adopted by the Council. In discussions earlier this year, Council had tried to get cats inside after dark but realised the laws don’t support them. With this latest attempt, Council will lobby the Department of Local Government and ask the NSW Local Government Association to support the push to prevent cats from escaping their owners’ properties.

Cr Richard Mehrtens asked what “escape” meant exactly and was told the person in charge of a cat should make reasonable attempts to manage the pet so it was not a nuisance. Cr Greg Best, chair of the advisory committee, said education was the key in changing people’s habits but that, in the meantime, a smorgasbord of Australian wildlife were targets for cats not kept under control. Merilyn Vale

‘You don’t want to deal with developers’ – Cr McLachlan “It is an embarrassment”. That’s the opinion of one councillor towards the newly adopted Central Coast Economic Development Strategy 2020-2040 and its accompanying Economic Recovery and Resilience Framework. The council adopted the strategy and the associated framework but not without a spray from Cr Bruce McLachlan. The strategy is Council’s long-term vision in which the Central Coast will welcome nearly 88,000 new residents, grow the economy by over $21B, and create over 72,000 new jobs from the preCOVID-19 baseline by 2040. The framework is Council’s response to the added pressures from the COVID-19 pandemic and is meant to balance Council’s own needs as a medium-sized business that must continue to deliver a

large number of essential services to the community with the needs of the community that often uses the Council as its first port of call in times of emergency. But Cr McLachlan condemned the Council for its economic record. “We’d actually be past our first term and not actually produced an economic development strategy,” he said, referring to the fact the council’s terms was extended by 12 months because of COVID. “You’ve left out things you could go forward with, you’ve crashed major projects, and right here tonight your attitude is your attitude and the first thing you do is take out the word developer – you don’t want to deal with developers yet they’re actually the ones that bring in the money, they’re the ones that actually get

things going. “It wouldn’t matter what you put up, it’s just lip service, we’re just going through the whole process and bearing in mind if it wasn’t for COVID half of us wouldn’t even be sitting here and you would have spent a whole term and not even done an economic strategy. “I mean on an economic development front it’s been embarrassing, absolutely embarrassing, “This region has got one of the lowest socio-economic incomes, jobs – we are so poor on the economic front and yet we’ve dragged our tail through this whole term to get to this point and then to start pulling it apart. “It wouldn’t matter what you put up tonight, I’m not impressed with it, and I think the community’s not impressed with it … not one bit. “The one thing this Council

needs to get its act together on is the economic front and we’ll just sit here tonight and defer major projects, you’ve already (deferred for) two site inspections that two or three councillors will turn up to and that will add another two or three weeks delay to the major project. The motion to adopt the strategy had been the subject of last minute amendments from Cr Jane Smith. Cr Chris Holstein joined a chorus of councillors who said they were frustrated with late changes to agenda recommendations. But Cr Smith said she had replaced the words “local developers” with the words “peak bodies” to allow for good governance around those dealings. She said her changes to the recommendation would ensure the focus was on projects that

would be supported because everyone backed them. Cr Kyle MacGregor said the strategy should have been done years ago and said the focus needed to extend beyond Gosford. “We don’t need to pour all the money into Gosford CBD,” he said. “We have about 14 different town centres that do need to have money going in there and with COVID we have seen a lot of people going to their local shops and focussing on their local suburbs so it’s important that we don’t leave areas like Wyong behind and that these town centres are also receiving attention.” The framework says the council will remove red tape; make information easier to access and comprehend; connect business with consumers and each other; draw more visitors and

investors to the Central Coast. The Economic Development Strategy has 37 priority actions planned over a 5-year implementation road map and include growth corridor development strategies and development strategies for Urban Release Areas and to enhance local infrastructure with smart technology to increase efficiency,connectivity and capacity. Many of the actions include preparing other strategies such as a Central Coast Transport Strategy, and to explore options such as super-fast digital connectivity for the Central Coast (including optic fibre, mobile, and wireless networks) and to work with peak bodies (rather than local developers) to modernise planning processes and requirements to future-proof new developments. Merilyn Vale

Council to push for penalties for cyber abuse Cyber abuse robs the community of people who will not speak up for fear of harassment and abuse, Cr Louise Greenaway told the Central Coat Council meeting on September 28. Cr Greenaway said anyone convicted of this type of offence should be disqualified from holding public office. “Some people will not participate, they will not speak out, they will not represent their community, they will not engage in activism - not because the work is hard, not because they’re not interested, not because issues are complex or unpalatable… but because

they are intimidated and because they are harassed,” Cr Greenaway said. “It appals me that our democracy can be diminished in this way.” The meeting agreed to call on Local Government NSW to actively campaign for legislative reform that would make it an offence for a person to threaten or incite violence towards any person functioning under the Local Government Act and for anyone convicted to be disqualified from local government. “The costs of cyber abuse are many-fold,” Cr Greenaway said. “For example, there is the

emotional and psychological cost to the targets of abuse. “And there is the broader cost to the community of police and judicial resources being used to combat abuse. “But in my view the overwhelming cost is to the community when people are discouraged and deterred from engaging in politics at all.” She said digital technology and social media had helped enhance freedom of expression, and access to information, but it could also be abused. “Cyber abuse is behaviour that uses technology to threaten, intimidate, harass or humiliate someone — with the intent to hurt them socially,

psychologically or even physically,” Cr Greenaway said. “It is more than just ‘inappropriate’ behaviour. “Cyber abuse can take place on social media, through online chat and messaging services, text messages, emails, on message boards and in online forums that allow people to publicly comment. “Some examples are sharing intimate photos or videos online without consent — to humiliate or shame. or for the ‘entertainment’ of others; targeted and persistent personal attacks aimed at ridiculing, insulting, damaging or humiliating a person;

threatening violence or inciting others to do the same; stalking a person online and hacking into their accounts, such as social media, banking or email accounts.” Cr Jillian Hogan congratulated Cr Greenaway for having the guts to put up the motion. Cr McLachlan agreed that social media could be pretty brutal and that if you put your head up you were a target. He called the motion a gag order and said Cr Greenaway was over-reacting and that if people didn’t like the heat they should get out of the kitchen. Cr Hogan said that comment would not have been said to a man.

Cr Troy Marquart also said he would not vote for the motion despite saying his workplace had been vandalised. “If people want to find you, they don’t need social media,” he said, repeating his comment from months ago at a previous council meeting that he would be in a pine box before he started using social media. Crs Jilly Pilon and Greg Best joined Crs McLachlan and Marquart in voting against the recommendation, but it passed with the majority of councillors supporting it. Merilyn Vale

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Wadalba East rezoning approved Rezoning of 143 hectares of land at Wadalba will proceed, but the 39 landowners will still be hamstrung until Central Coast Council finalises a plan for infrastructure contributions. The rezoning proposal to allow 1,200 low density residential lots at Wadalba East was adopted at the September 28 council meeting. The rezoning paperwork will go to the State Government for sign off to allow the council to amend its local planning rules. But council added that it would wait for its updated Warnervale District Development Contribution Plan to be adopted before proceeding with the steps for amending the Local Environment Plan with the new zoning that would finally allow development on the land.

Boundary of the 143ha rezoning at Wadalba East shown in red outline

Town planner Chris Smith, speaking at the public forum before the meeting on behalf of the landowners, said the draft Contributions Plan still has a number of steps to complete

before its operation, which he expected would take six months or more. “We think this is an unnecessary and unreasonable delay to the rezoning process,

Stiff competition for rental properties The Central Coast rental market is currently booming, as many flock to the region to escape the city or downgrade their current rental property as a result of COVID-19, reports Brand Property Principal, Andre Kubecka. Kubecka said the company is anticipating its biggest ever spring for renting houses, after a boom in applications shows a flourishing market on the Coast. The agency reported a 196 per cent increase in tenant applications between May and August in comparison to the same three-month period last year. While it wasn’t the coronavirus which prompted their move, the Stadtmillers are just one family which has relocated to the Coast from Sydney and beyond and seen evidence of the high demand for rental properties first hand. Yvonne and John Stadtmiller moved with their two young children to Forresters Beach in August, after owning their own home at Silverdale for 20 years. “We sold our home after winding up our window furnishing business and decided we wanted to relocate to the Central Coast for a change of scenery and re-start our business here,” Yvonne Stadtmiller said. “We weren’t quite sure where exactly we wanted to buy and

whether or not we wanted to build, so we decided to rent at first. “Not having been involved with the rental market before, we were surprised at just how difficult it was to find a rental property – we would put in applications to have them rejected before it was explained to us that competition was stiff.” Kubecka said SQM Research data showed that at a time when rental vacancies in the Sydney CBD are the highest in the country at 3.5 per cent, the Coast’s vacancy rates are the lowest seen in years at 0.7 per cent. “This is great news for the region and an injection of confidence for real estate during spring, which is traditionally the busiest time of year for selling and renting,” he said. “From Brand Property’s large rental roll, the number of properties leased has increased substantially over the past six months and inquiries and inspections have also seen big upsurges. “In June, more than double the amount of properties were leased - 22 in 2019 compared to 50 this year. “A whopping 2,895 inquiries came from attracted tenants compared to 727, so almost quadruple. “People from Sydney who have been working from home

during the coronavirus now see living on the Central Coast as viable and much more affordable. Given the fierce competition for Central Coast rental properties, Kubecka said aspiring tenants will get a jump on the competition by being punctual to open homes, by presenting well and not giving up if they miss out on a property. “It’s important to be prepared with the right references and documents to prove your identity such as a drivers licence and bank statements,” he said. Kubecka said Brand Property had also noticed a trend of renters downgrading their property from May-August, likely due to job losses and pay cuts experienced during the pandemic. Even the more expensive suburbs are still cheap compared to Sydney, he said. A five-bedroom architectural home in Terrigal renting for $1,100 per week was only listed for two days and received over 15 inquiries. On the other end of the spectrum, a three-bedroom family home at Gorokan renting for $400 per week received 203 inquiries, with 30 booked to inspect and 160 on the waiting list. Source: Media release, Sep 22 Brand Property

and that finalising the rezoning can occur as a separate action - in parallel to Council finalising the greater Warnervale contributions plan,” he said. “I should point out that there will be at least 12 months before the first Development Applications in Wadalba East are ready for determination which should be ample time for

Council to finalise the draft contributions plan.” Cr Bruce McLachlan tried to get the two events to happen concurrently, but staff explained the Development Contribution Plan needed to be done first or the council would not be able to recoup infrastructure costs.

Cr Jane Smith would not accept Cr McLachlan’s suggestion but added her own amendment that landowners be allowed to voluntarily widen the wildlife corridor on their properties, which was adopted. The plan had already widened the wildlife corridors from 30m to 40m. The site is about 143 hectares covering 39 parcels of land under separate ownership, commonly referred to as the Wadalba East Land Owners Group (WELOG) proposal. The land includes habitat corridors linking Wadalba Wildlife Corridor to the Tacoma/ Tuggerawong Wetlands. The site is accessed from Johns Road, Pollock Avenue and Jensen Road. The adopted plan will allow development except on flood prone land and areas required for conservation, recreation and infrastructure purposes. Merilyn Vale

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Mayor backs calls for more women on councils Central Coast Mayor Lisa Matthews has backed calls from Local Government NSW (LGNSW) for more women to consider running for local government in next year’s Council elections.

Mayor Lisa Matthews is calling on women to consider running for Council next year

Development Applications and Consents Development Applications

The following Development applications are notified for public comment and are available for inspection at Central Coast Council offices in Gosford and Wyong between 8.30am and 5.00pm and online at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au

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Alterations & Additions to Restaurant Applicant Renaldo Robbertse PCYC Additions - Existing Multipurpose Building/Carparking & Relocate Existing Awning (Amended Application) Applicant - Police Citizens Youth Clubs NSW Ltd

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890/2020

2 / 47 Boomerang Rd

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Alterations & Additions Applicant - Ms K W Bonner

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Alterations & Additions to Seniors Housing Applicant Lendlease Retirement Living Holding Pty Ltd

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30 Hillcrest St

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Establishment of Use for Short-Term Rental Accommodation (Re-Advertised Application) Applicant - Martin Morris & Jones Pty Ltd. The application has been made for the development consent under the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979. Approval is also sought from NSW Rural Fire Service.

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89 & 91 Karalta Rd ERINA Description STAGED Residential Flat Building & Demolition of Existing Dwellings (RPP) Applicant - Platform Project Services Pty Ltd. This application has been made for the development consent under the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979. The application is to be determined by the Regional Planning Panel (RPP) due to the value of the development being $43,023,453.00. Submissions made in respect of the below application will be provided to the RPP and may be viewed on Council's website. During the exhibition period, the application, accompanying documents and statement of environmental effects may be inspected during business hours at Council's Customer Service Counter, Ground Floor, Council Administration Building, 49 Mann Street Gosford. During the exhibition period any person may make a submission in writing to the consent authority. Submissions can be also made online at http://www.centralcoast.nsw.gov.au 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 Sections 8.8, 8.10 of the Act. If a Commission of Inquiry is held, the determination is final and not subject to appeal under Sections 8.8, 8.10 of the Act. The application has been made for the development consent under the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979. Approval is also sought from Roads & Maritime Services. 241/2019 40 - 78 Hiawatha Rd WOONGARRAH Description 93 Lot Residential Subdivision & Associated Works (2 Stages) (Amended Application) Applicant - Progressive Property Solutions. The application has been made for the development consent under the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979. Approval is also sought from NSW Rural Fire Service.

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

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efforts to address this. “Some women don’t get involved in council because of demanding workloads they are already carrying out and a lack of appropriate financial compensation to make it viable. “LGNSW has been calling on the NSW Government to introduce reforms that would provide superannuation for councillors.” Scott said being a councillor can be a personally rewarding experience. “I first ran for council because I wanted to make sure my local community continued to be a wonderful place to live,” she said. “I have two sons and I wanted them to grow up in a place that had lots of facilities and parks. “I also wanted a council that acted on global issues like climate change as well as local issues such as ensuring people had an affordable place to live. “It’s been rewarding to be part of council and make a difference, and I hope this new campaign will encourage other women to get involved.” Terry Collins

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Cr Matthews said while women make up 51.6 per cent of the Central Coast community, only 40 per cent of our councillors are women. The six women on our 15 member Council are Cr Matthews and Councillors Jane Smith (deputy mayor), Jilly Pilon, Rebecca Gale, Louise Greenaway and Jillian Hogan. At 40% female representation, the Central Coast is above the state average of around 31%. “It is imperative women, and particularly young women, have every opportunity to be a representative voice for the community,” Cr Matthews said. “As a Councillor for the past 12 years I’ve championed gender equality for women of the Central Coast and getting involved in local government, “However we need to ensure women are supported through

appropriate mentoring and pathways to enable this to occur.” LGNSW President, Lunda Scott, said women have a lot to offer their communities and urged women to start thinking about running in the 2021 elections. She praised a recent campaign launched by Minister for Local Government, Shelley Hancock, and Minister for Women, Bronnie Taylor, aimed at increasing the number of female councillors serving on the state’s 128 councils. “While we have made steps towards equality in other parts of society, the gender gap in local government is real and we can do better.” The government will provide $100,000 for a series of workshops and programs for potential female candidates. Scott said the campaign was a step in the right direction. “Government at all levels should reflect the communities they represent, and the number of women in NSW councils tells us we have a long way to go,” she said. “Which is why LGNSW welcomes this new State Government initiative as part of

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Not enough Autism support services on the Coast The Autism Advisory and Support Service (AASS) is calling more support for children with autism and their families on the Central Coast. Concerned at the toll living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can take on the mental health of children on the spectrum and their families, AASS is calling for a holistic approach to the needs of affected families and mental health assessments for children with complex needs, AASS founder Grace Fava says integrated services on the Coast are especially poor. “The organisation I run takes endless calls from families in crisis,” Fava said. “Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can come with many complexities, especially mental health issues. “Most individuals with ASD

have their behaviours underpinned by anxiety and many have a range of additional diagnoses creating serious complex needs. “This also has an impact on the family and then on the educational setting. “The current system does not cater to children with complex needs. “Families often call the police when a child is violent and aggressive; the police call an ambulance to take the child to hospital. “The ambulance goes to the local Emergency Department [where] they will sedate the child and send them home so the revolving door can start again. “The child is often suffering trauma from the endless restraints, both physical and chemical, with no one addressing the cause of the behaviours.

Grace Fava of the Autism Advisory and Support Service

responsibility for an issue that crosses over into many different departments.” Fava said the organisation was also calling for family

“Parents have to give up work; relationships are broken; siblings are traumatized; there is disengagement from school. “No one wants to take

support/social worker linking services for family members which could include ongoing counselling and respite for siblings. Support should be integrated through various government departments, covering the areas of education, disabilities, housing, health and mental health, she said. She is also calling for training for the family around the needs of the child with the diagnosis and managing their own concerns and mental health. More help should also be given in handling NDIS applications, reviews and escalations, she said. “It is appalling the way we are treating our vulnerable kids,” Fava said. She cites the case of a 15-year-old boy living on the Central Coast who has ongoing mental health issues. Fava said the boy has been

denied mental health support on a number of occasions after self-harming and carving messages of despair onto trees. Failure of an exact mental health diagnosis and appropriate medication has led the boy to experiment with drugs. “He is now on a quick trajectory to the juvenile justice system,” Fava said. “These stories are common, yet families suffer in silence. “There are no appropriate inpatient facilities for children with complex needs. “We have a duty of care for our vulnerable, not to throw them aside and crush their spirits with a lack of hope and support.” The 24 Hour Autism Hotline is available on 1300 222 777. Terry Collins

Wicks hits back over aged care Member for Robertson Lucy Wicks has hit back at claims by Central Coast based Senator Deborah O’Neill that the Federal Government has left the country’s aged care community with a legacy of neglect. O’Neill said two years after Prime Minister Scott Morrison called the Royal Commission into aged care, 1,126 Central Coast residents were still waiting for their home care package. “Scott Morrison promised the Royal Commission would not

stop his Government improving aged care however the devastating evidence shows the system is worse than ever,” O’Neill said. “Nearly 604 aged care residents have now died of COVID-19 and 100 older Australians are assaulted every week in aged care. “We have heard accounts and seen photos of ants and of maggots in open wounds and more than 50,000 incidences of assault and abuse in aged care across the country are going unreported each year. “Almost 30,000 older

Australians have died waiting for care in just two years and more than 30,000 went into aged care homes prematurely. “We know from outbreaks in Sydney and Victoria that COVID-19 will put pressure on our broken aged care system and potentially accelerate these numbers. “Given the high proportion of older Australians living on the Central Coast, I’d like to know where the member for Robertson is on this? “Older Australians on the Central Coast, their families and those who care for them

need reassurance that … our system is as prepared as it can be for any future outbreaks of infectious diseases. ButWicks said the government has not cut funding to residential aged care in any part of the country. “The Morrison Government is delivering record investment across the aged care system,” she said. “The forward estimates of $13.3B in 2012-13 under Labor (have grown) to $21.4B in 2019-20 (and) an estimated $25.4B in 2022-23. “That is, on average, $1.2B of

extra support for older Australians each year over the forward estimates. “Making improvements to aged care for all senior Australians continues to be one of the Morrison Government’s key priorities. “That is why the Prime Minister called a Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety. “We are committed to providing Senior Australians with support to live in their own homes for longer. “New Home Care packages have increased from 60,308

under Labor in 2012-13 to 164,135 in 2022-23, an increase of over 170 per cent. “Over the same period, funding will increase by 258 per cent due to growth in highlevel packages. “The government called the Royal Commission into Aged Care to undertake a comprehensive review of the sector and anticipates its final report in February when it will consider recommendations regarding funding for the sector to ensure quality of care can be maintained.” Terry Collins

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Topic: Your guide to detox baths As part of our Spring Cleansing and Self Care theme, we’ve been focusing on the benefits of detoxification. This week we’re honing-in on one of my favourite strategies: detox baths. They might win the title of laziest health protocol in existence, but don’t worry. I’m here to share the convenient news that despite being inexpensive and relaxing, baths are an exceptionally effective tool when it comes to lightening the body’s toxic load. Let’s be honest, the benefits of self-care and slowing down are often underrated in modern life, however many traditional cultures valued therapeutic baths for detoxification and health promotion. In fact, sauna and bath houses are still a widespread phenomenon in many parts of Europe & Asia. I hinted last week about my reservations towards harsh detox protocols as they can result in depletion. The risk for ‘toxic’ folk (and that’s most of us) is that the toxins can often be reabsorbed due to our elimination channels being blocked up. That’s why these days I’m a much bigger proponent of gentle liver support for improved detox and more of a focus on optimising the elimination process. You’ve heard the old adage ‘you are what you eat’ however ‘you are what you don’t eliminate’ probably bears more truth. And one of the quickest ways to guarantee toxin removal is by leveraging the impressive capability of the skin.

The skin is the largest organ involved in the detoxification and excretion process and is responsible for removing a significant portion of the heavy metals, drugs and ‘endogenous’ or internally generated toxins in our bodies. This process occurs predominantly via our sweat glands, of which the combined weight is equivalent to one of our kidneys! Sweating is something that many of us take for granted, however it’s been found that there’s a substantial accumulation of toxins in the circulation of postburn patients, due to reduced skin function. This fact alone should highlight the power of this strategy! By facilitating the process, baths and saunas increase the elimination of a wide range of toxins and can improve cardiovascular, autoimmune and other chronic health problems. In particular, detox baths – and there are many more variations than I’m able to mention here – provide even greater therapeutic effects, due to the health-promoting ingredients added to the water. I recommend people incorporate this practice once or twice per week to assist cleansing, particularly for those who aren’t already sweating on a regular basis. It really is the cheat’s ticket to detoxification. You can lie back, relax, tuck into a good book and still get all the immediately tangible perks that come with the more drastic protocols: impressive mood and energy boost, radiant skin and clearer thinking, to name a few. Gain without pain is my kind of detox! In all seriousness though, many of us spend the bulk of our existence in sympathetic dominance or a ‘fight or flight’ state. This is not conducive to the process of detoxification – nor to good digestive, reproductive, hormonal or mental health, for that matter. So, the very process of slowing

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down and deeply relaxing for 20-30 minutes is possibly the most powerful element of this protocol and shouldn’t be underestimated. Here are two of my all-time favourite baths, both in terms of effectiveness and accessibility.

Epsom salt & bicarb bath This bath is the next best thing to a sauna. It facilitates profuse sweating, even in a lukewarm bath and is noticeably restorative – simultaneously relaxing and invigorating. The salts are well-known for their soothing effect on muscle tension and have a remarkable effect on skin health and wound healing. No doubt you’ve heard of Epsom salt before, however you may not have given any thought to why it’s so beneficial. ‘Epsom salt’ is Magnesium Sulphate. Magnesium and Sulphur are both critical nutrients for health, especially our detoxification pathways. Both minerals tend to be low in the modern diet, however research conducted at the University of Birmingham in the UK confirms that they are efficiently absorbed through the skin, during Epsom salt baths! It’s a good reminder that baths are not necessarily just about sweating and excretion but also absorbing important substances that can improve our health. Bicarb has such effective protective and neutralising properties that it is sometimes used in treatment protocols for radiation exposure. Likewise, it is used intravenously to protect cancer patients from the harmful effects of chemotherapy.

How-to guide Dissolve 2-6 cups of Epsom salts and ½-2 cups of bi-carb into a very warm bath and soak for 15 minutes initially, working towards 30 minutes over time, as you adjust

to the practice. Rinse the salt off once you’ve finished. It’s important to have this bath away from mealtimes, so that you can drink plenty of water before, during and after. It’s not uncommon to feel a little lightheaded after this bath if you get out and immediately proceed to rush around the house. Take some time to rest or lie down afterwards for 15 minutes whilst the body resumes homeostasis. Providing it’s not too hot, it’s a great one to do about an hour before bed as it will promote deep, restful sleep.

Apple cider vinegar bath This bath is a fantastic overall detoxifier and is the best choice for anyone with symptoms of fungal or candida overgrowth such as urinary tract infections, athlete’s foot, ringworm, thrush, jock itch and dandruff. Apple Cider vinegar helps normalise the skin to its optimal pH which makes it an unfavourable environment for the yeast to thrive. The vinegar is also chock full of trace minerals, enzymes and other nutrients that have a beneficial effect both topically and once they’re absorbed through the skin.

How-to guide Dissolve 2-4 cups of apple cider vinegar into a very hot bath (as hot as comfortably tolerated). Remain in the bath for 30-45 minutes, or until the water has cooled down. Simply towel dry at the end rather than rinsing off.

Caution Please note that these baths are not appropriate for everyone. Please consult your health practitioner if you are currently pregnant, have high blood pressure, heart problems or any other chronic health issue.

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Campaign to address elder abuse A new multi-media campaign has been launched to protect older people on the Central Coast from physical, psychological, financial and legal exploitation. The Central Coast Elder Abuse Service is working to raise awareness of elder abuse with its Speak Up poster campaign, Age, Abuse and Justice podcast and YouTube series. Specialist solicitor with the service, Tanya Chapman, said the first step to stopping elder abuse was for people to

recognise it. “To really address elder abuse, we need to help the community understand what elder abuse looks like and what they can do,” she said. “We want people to be able to identify elder abuse, whether they are experiencing it, or they see someone else who is, and to contact our service for assistance.” Chapman said elder abuse can include a wide range of issues including physical harm, bullying, sexual abuse, financial issues and neglect.

“The issues are often complex because they can occur within families and other relationships of trust,” she said. “The Speak Up poster campaign aims to encourage people in the community to identify when someone they know may be experiencing elder abuse and to refer that person to our service. “It can be difficult to have a conversation with a victim of abuse. “But we can’t let that stop us from reaching out to help older people in trouble.”

COVID-safe holidays With the region swarming with visitors over the school holiday period, Central Coast Council is doing its best to keep the Coast COVID-safe. New signs are in place at all town centres reminding visitors about public health warnings around no large gatherings, social distancing, encouraging mask use and hand sanitation. At the Coast’s beaches the flags are up but all beachgoers must follow COVID-safe behaviour. Council Director of Connected Communities, Julie Vaughan, said the school holiday program for the Coast had also been adjusted with a range of online and face-to-face activities planned.

“School holidays look a little different this time as we all continue to live with COVID restrictions,” Vaughan said. “We want our community and visitors to enjoy the great facilities and services we have on offer but with COVID safety top of mind.” Mayor Lisa Matthews said

visitors were welcome to the Coast and would provide a much-needed and welcome boost to local businesses and the economy. ‘This is a great time of year to visit the Coast,” she said. “The weather is warming up. “The flags are up at our beaches and our town centres and outdoor dining areas are a hive of activity and that is what we want to see for our region. “We want to ensure that we do all this activity safely. “So please follow the COVIDsafe rules, support businesses who do as well and have a great safe time.” Source: Media release, Sep 28 Central Coast Couuncil

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Beyond Blue leads mental health support initiative Central Coast small business feeling overwhelmed by coronavirus impacts have been offered a lifeline with Beyond Blue launching a new initiative to support the mental health of small business owners. Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Kate Carnell, has praised the free online training course to help small business advisers provide mental health support to small business owners impacted by the COVID crisis. “Beyond Blue, with the help of partners Xero and Go1, is once again taking a lead role in supporting the small business community at a time when they

need it most,” Carnell said. “There has never been a tougher time to be in business and the psychological distress caused by this pandemic cannot be underestimated. “Given small business loans are often secured against the family home, the stakes are incredibly high and that is understandably taking a huge toll on small business owners’ mental health. “Beyond Blue is responding to the needs of small businesses, by providing evidence-based training to trusted advisers – who small business owners often turn to in times of crisis. “Equally, small business advisers are in a good position to notice if their client is

struggling to cope. “This free online course offers small business advisers information about what signs to look out for, how to start a conversation with a client they’re worried about and how to connect small business owners to appropriate support. “It equips advisers with the tools and confidence they need to play a crucial support role that goes beyond financial advice.” The Beyond Blue Support Service is available 24/7 on 1300 22 4636 or at beyondblue. org.au/get-support. Source: Media release, Sep 29 Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Kate Carnell

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Workshop for young out-of-work Coasties With many young people struggling to find work in the current economic climate, Central Coast Council will run a free Employ Me workshop on October 7 to arm young Coasties with important tools and skills for gaining employment. The workshop, which will take place at The Hub Erina, is designed to help young people put their best foot forward during the job application process and relieve some of the stress associated with job

hunting. Council Director Connected Communities, Julie Vaughan, said young people have been disproportionately impacted in the wake of COVID-19, with 9.9 percent of people under the age of 20 losing their jobs as a result of the pandemic. “Navigating the highly competitive job market can be tricky for many young people and this has become even more challenging in these current economic conditions,” Vaughan said. “As part of the workshop, young job seekers will learn

about a range of practical subjects including what to wear for an interview and how to write an effective resume. “They’ll also learn interview techniques and be invited to participate in mock interviews to improve confidence. “Employment providers have told us that one of the biggest barriers to young people gaining employment is not having a driver’s licence. “To help overcome this, the first 12 eligible participants to enrol in and attend the Employ Me workshop will have the opportunity to attend a free

safer driver course.” Mayor Lisa Matthews said Council was committed to improving career opportunities and pathways for young people on the Central Coast. “This workshop is aimed at helping to build skills for life as they step into the workforce at this difficult time,” she said. The Employ Me Workshop will take place from 10am-2pm on October 7. Source: Media release, Sep 30 Central Coast Council

Uni students falling behind With new research showing 68 per cent of Australian higher education students say they are falling behind on their studies due to COVID-19, Central Coast Council of P&Cs (CCCP&C) is calling for more direction and support for university students. “University students, especially those in their first few years have struggled with learning from home during the pandemic,” CCCP&C President, Sharryn Brownlee, said. “The varying quality of online material, lack of contact with teachers and peers has impacted greatly.

“Many are global citizens and care greatly about the world around them and the impact of COVID but are struggling to understand what is required of them without classes, discussions and interaction with peers and lecturers. “Many haven’t had enough clear communication of work to be completed or outcomes expected from them, and very limited support for their wellbeing.” Brownlee said uni students were a generation who understands “outcomes-based education”. “With strong support of teachers and a transparent NESA framework, they have

achieved in their school years [but] without such systems in university they are rightly anxious,” she said. “They have seen schools open but not universities and they feel forgotten. “They need special provisions and extra support to ensure they are ready for working life.” The State of Student Success and Engagement in Higher Education report was issued by Instructure, the makers of Canvas Learning Management System, based on a survey it commissioned from Hanover Research of 550 Australian students and administrators. It reveals how socioeconomic disparities influence the

success of students more than ever during the pandemic and have impacted student engagement. The report lists work readiness as the number one priority for students as they work towards graduation with 77 per cent rating it very important or extremely important, followed closely by holistic development and securing a job they’re studying in (72 per cent equally). Fifty-one per cent said their preference for online learning has increased due to the emergence of COVID-19 restrictions. Terry Collins

Fallout growing from traumatic TikTok video Central Coast Council of P&Cs (CCCP&C) has highlighted the need for parents to monitor children’s use of social media as some schools on the Coast call for their communities to ditch the app TikTok after a traumatic video went viral. CCCP&C President, Sharryn Brownlee, said the group had held several Cyber Bullying Forums and was the first to host the e-Safety Commissioner on the Coast in a session at Mingara Recreation Club attended by more than 350 parents, teachers, principals and directors. “We also have hosted nights

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where every Coast-based NSW police officer who works in a school liaison role and child protection areas joined us to present on the risks and penalties that impact on students” she said. “We are still educating and informing parents of the great risks facing children using the many social media apps targeting children, such as TikTok. “Parents who are unable to monitor and ensure safe viewing can protect their children by banning apps such as this.” Brownlee said CCC P&C was very concerned that government regulations are behind in the digital age.

“The ability to share TikTok videos across other platforms is also of great concern” she said. “Schools across the Central Coast are now running their own events to inform parents of these dangers in partnership with the police and eSafety Commissioner. “The very important role the media plays in educating the community on the dangers to children cannot be underestimated. “Working in partnership with schools, P&Cs and parents, we as adults must ensure we protect children.” The contentious video which was originally posted via

Facebook Live has been reposted and shared across various other sites but has seen the most traffic on TikTok, due to the way the app’s recommendation algorithm formats videos. The video caused global outrage, with families and schools around the world now dealing with the traumatic aftermath of exposure, with some calling for parents and guardians to expunge TikTok from their children’s devices. For those in need of support, the Kids Helpline is available all day and night on 1800 551 800. Terry Collins

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Missy Trap to help lost dog owners Central Coast dog owners whose pooch goes missing can breathe a little easier with the Missy Trap now operational in the region. Milly’s Volunteer Lost Dog Search and Trapping Team recently held a demonstration to spread the word about its goal of finding all missing dogs and safely bringing them home,

with Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch volunteering to take part. Mark McDougall and Jo-Anne Wright, two of the founders of the group, had been volunteering for some time with a rescue group on the Coast and were disheartened when two missing dogs were hit by cars before they could be safely returned to their owners.

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“We knew we had to do something different to just conducting stake-outs and relying on Facebook ads after those two losses,” McDougall said. “The Missy Trap was created in the US by a group called The Retrievers seven years ago and after a couple of evolutions, we were finally able to procure a 4th generation Missy Trap to use here on the Coast. “It is a large aluminium wire cage with an infrared sensor at the back which powers the door so when a dog walks into it, the beam is broken and the door closes.” McDougall said lost dogs were lured into the cage by creating a food trail leading to it. “We also spray liquid smoke around – this creates a smell which attracts the dogs,” he said. The Missy Trap had its first success recently when a silky terrier named Lilly was retrieved at Budgewoi. “The owner had pulled over and let Lilly out of the car for some air because she was feeling car sick but unfortunately, she ran away,” McDougall said. Jo-Anne Wright saw a post about the missing dog and the team jumped into action, messaging the owner to let him know of how Milly’s Volunteer

Lost Dog Search and Trapping Team could help. McDougall said they found the dog in less than a day. Tesch said it was a heartwarming success story. “Here on the Central Coast we love our pooches but unfortunately from time to time our dogs can be a little too adventurous when we least expect it,” she said. The five founding members of Milly’s Volunteer Lost Dog Search and Trapping Team are all animal lovers who want to see lost dogs reunited with their owners. McDougall’s advice to those trying to retrieve a lost dog without the benefit of a Missy Trap is not to chase the animal. “That will just make it more

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New State Ops Centre to support Central Coast surf lifesavers Beachgoers can now feel even safer this summer with the opening of the new State Operations Centre (SOC) in Sydney acting as a backup emergency service for all Central Coast and NSW lifeguards. The high-tech surf lifesaving operations centre will provide greater coastal surveillance capability, faster response times, and improve asset coordination between the 129 surf clubs in NSW. Manager of the State Operations Centre (SOC), Andrew Urgate, said the centre in Belrose would help Central Coast branches respond to incidents faster and more efficiently. “We will now be able to communicate regularly with the Central Coast lifeguards and monitor their channels, and also talk directly with them and coordinate a response if required,” he said. “We have state-of-the-art radio, telephone, video and IT services allowing us to have situational awareness of what is going on up and down the coast at any one time. “It’s the communication and coordination hub of all surf lifesaving activities across the state.”

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When an incident occurs on the Central Coast, he said those at SOC can monitor the cameras and situation, contact the closest assets in the region, and coordinate with the local duty officer on the conditions faster than ever before. The $500,000 centre was officially opened by the NSW Minister for Police and Emergency, David Elliott, as part of a $16M investment into Surf Life Saving NSW over the past four years.

“The 20,000 active surf lifesavers in NSW play an important role responding to emergencies, and it is pleasing that they will now have the most up to date facility to assist them,” Elliott said. The SOC was designed in consultation with other NSW emergency service organisations including the Rural Fire Service and the State Emergency Service. Recent multi-agency emergency responses -

including the response to the NSW bushfires in January also helped inform the design of the new centre. CEO of Surf Life Saving NSW, Steve Pearce, said with more people anticipated to visit the NSW coastline this summer, the SOC broadens Surf Life Saving NSW’s emergency response posture so it can more effectively respond to critical incidents and requests for assistance. “With near-record drownings

Wyong Roos suffer first loss RUGBY LEAGUE The Wyong Roos have suffered their first defeat in the Toohey’s Newcastle Cup, going down 18-12 to the Western Suburbs Rosellas. Player availability issues put the undefeated Roos on the backfoot heading into their

Round 10 clash against the Rosellas, but that did not stop them from opening the scoring off the back of some fancy footwork from Luke Sharpe and Lachlan Hanneghan to give the Roos an early 6-nil lead. The Rosellas quickly responded with a Dyllan Parlane try, with a confident Wests team making the most of

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defensive line, while their opponents made the most of their possession, and a Jaron Purcell sin bin sentence, to equalise. From there, Wyong struggled to advance the ball beyond halfway as the home team ramped up its defensive intent. With less than two mins remaining, the Rosellas caged the Roos into the north east corner of the field. Wyong began advancing ruck by ruck, but a final Jesse Andrews play for the Rosellas did enough for Michael Wright to convert and post the final points of the match. The Roos will face Maitland in Round 11. Win or lose, their strong performance throughout the competition has assured them the minor premiership. Dilon Luke

last summer and a very significant increase in boating fatalities, it’s vital that our lifesavers have the best communications and emergency coordination technology available to help save lives on the beach and the water,” Pearce said. “We saw an unprecedented increase in emergency callout operations and requests for assistance over winter, and as the weather warms, the beaches are only going to get

busier.” The SOC can also coordinate multi-agency responses with other NSW emergency service organisations, including NSW Police and ambulance, 365 days a year. Last year it made 438 calls for an ambulance and responded to 602 requests for assistance to coastal incidents and emergencies from the police. Jacinta Counihan

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The Lakes and Ourimbah to meet in preliminary final RUGBY UNION In what’s set to be the grudge match of the season, The Lakes will meet Ourimbah to determine who’ll meet Terrigal in the grand final of Central Coast Rugby Union’s First Grade Competition. It comes after Terrigal booked their spot in the grand final after beating The Lakes 33-14 in the major semi-final over the weekend, while Ourimbah defeated Hornsby 32-26 in the minor. CCRU President, Larry Thomson, said The Lakes versus Terrigal clash started as a dour affair, before Terrigal gained the ascendancy. “Both teams had periods of good attack, but it was Terrigal who gradually pulled ahead. “They scored their second try midway through the first half and then kicked a further two penalty goals to gain an 18-nil lead late in the half, but a determined Lakes’ side was able to cross for a converted try right on halftime to go into the break down 18-7,” Thomson said. Despite that lifeline to The Lakes, Terrigal made the most of their opportunities in the second half to elongate their lead, but Thomson said it

Ourimbah pulled off a massive upset over Hornsby to qualify for the preliminary final Photo: Central Coast Rugby Union

wasn’t until the 20th minute that Terrigal put the final nail in The Lakes’ coffin. “Terrigal cemented the win when a further converted try had taken them to an unassailable lead of 33-7. “Just like the first half, The Lakes scored right on the final whistle, but the match had gone,” Thomson said. Ourimbah and Hornsby’s clash proved to be one of the

most exciting of the day, with Thomson labelling it an intense game of rugby. “Hornsby definitely had the better of the first half and they were able to take an early 16nil lead, but Ourimbah posted their first points right on halftime to make it 16-3,” Thomson said. Despite another converted try stretching Hornsby’s lead to 23-3, a fired-up Razorback’s

outfit took control from midway through the second half, with aggressive play led by Matt King, landing them three tries and King the player of the match. Now neck and neck after Hornsby again found the goalpost, the match was turned on its head when Ourimbah’s Josefa Biu crossed for a try, completing the Razorback’s upset, before a further penalty

sealed the victory for Ourimbah 32-26. In the Premier 2 major semi, the script was flipped from the Premier 1, with The Lakes beating Terrigal 15-10. Another point for point thriller, it wasn’t until the second half that The Lakes were able to shake off Terrigal and carve out a lead that would clinch them the win. The Lakes now go straight to

the grand final, while Terrigal will meet Avoca Beach in the preliminary. In the President’s Cup major semi, Avoca Beach toppled The Lakes 26-10. Avoca held on to an early 12nil lead long enough to keep The Lakes at bay in an action packed second half that saw The Lakes hurtle towards an upset, but ultimately they could not overcome Avoca’s solid first half performance and will now look for a second chance when they meet Terrigal in the preliminary. In the Under 19’s major semi, it was an Avoca Beach versus The Lakes Maroons encounter, with a strong Avoca outfit taking the win 46-7. From start to finish Avoca controlled this match and took a commanding victory to secure their spot in the grand final. The result means that it will be a brother versus brother affair in the preliminary, with The Lakes Yellow and The Lakes Maroons set to battle it out to determine who’ll be meeting Avoca. All northern teams are out of contention in the Women’s competition. Dilon Luke

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The Central Coast Roosters have secured both the minor and major premierships in the NSW Women’s Rugby League Competition Photo: Bryden Sharp/Central Coast Roosters

RUGBY LEAGUE The Central Coast Roosters reign supreme, with the minor premiers completing their dream run through their inaugural NSW Women’s Rugby League Competition by claiming the premiership title. The undefeated Roosters took the title following a 16-10 win over the North Sydney

Bears, in front of an emphatic crowd at Parramatta’s Bankwest Stadium over the weekend. Despite the Roosters taking a 10-nil lead early in the first half, their opponents were never deterred and were able to get their first points on the board just before halftime. From the jump, a resolute Bears outfit continued to push for the upset in the second half

and were able to close the points gap off the back of a Moniqca Mo’Ale try and a Chloe Leaupepe conversion, to bring the scoreline to 14-10. With injury rocking both sides shortly after, with Claire Reed out for the Roosters and Leaupepe for the Bears, what followed was a tightly contested tussle with neither side giving the other an inch, and no further points posted as the match

entered quarter time. With the clock winding down and the premiership still very much up for grabs, both sides became locked in a back and forth of chase, tackle, defend, as they looked for the valuable points they needed to keep their title dreams alive. It was the Roosters who found what they were looking for when a last minute penalty kick from Melanie Howard, right on

the siren, secured their double premiership. It was the cherry on top of a phenomenal season for the Roosters after uncertainty around COVID-19 clouded their debut season, but according to Head Coach, John Strange, said, after seeing players’ efforts this season, he had little doubt they’d pull through. “I knew that if we were good enough to get into the grand

final, that attitude would actually get us over the line. “There was really good team spirit amongst the girls and the staff was unreal, so everyone involved just had the right attitude. “Everyone was positive and everyone was working with each other.” Dilon Luke

Warriors feast on Sea Eagles in final game

NRL There was already a lot of love for the NZ Warriors NRL team on the Central Coast after a very difficult season in which most of the players have been away from their friends and family for almost six months.

And so, it was not surprising when the Central Coast Stadium crowd rose to their feet for a standing ovation for the Warriors when they took to the field on Sunday afternoon for their final game of the season against the Many Sea Eagles. But the love quickly escalated

Adam Blair in his farewell game for the Warriors

to euphoria when the Warriors overcome a 0-10 deficit early in the game to tear the Sea Eagles apart 40-28 in a fourteen try extravaganza (no win, of course, is ever as satisfying as a win over Manly). Coach Todd Payten paid tribute to retiring star Adam Blair who played his 331st and

final NRL match and his teammates marked the occasion by performing a very emotional Haka. “I had a little tear well up when I saw the Haka,” Payten said. “It’s really powerful, it’s a sign of respect – I’m really proud of our club and this group.

Three players – Eliesa Katoa, Patrick Herbert (Warriors) and Abbas Miski (Manly) – posted two tries each while the Warriors’ Adam Keighran scored a hat-trick. The Warriors finished in 12th place on the ladder this season and have produced some outstanding footy at times,

albeit inconsistently. They have been adopted by NRL fans on the Central Coast this year and have earned great respect and admiration across the community during their time here. Ross Barry