Coast Community News 270 by Central Coast Newspapers

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News

New boards for Terrigal Nippers

The Salvation Army has launched its annual Christmas Appeal and is calling for donations to let those who are doing it tough know that they are not alone. See page 4

Out&About

There’s no doubt about it – Kraken the Komodo dragon is one big boy. See page 17

Education

The Nippers program at Terrigal Surf Life Saving Club has scored some new foam boards ahead of the summer season thanks to Terrigal Bowling Club. See page 39

Rate rise on the cards Central Coast Council held a special meeting on November 26 to give itself permission to apply for a rate rise, even though the Council hasn’t decided as yet if it wants one. The Council is hedging its bets by allowing staff to start the process to apply for a special rate variation above the usual rate rise set by Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART). The meeting saw two people address the council before the administrator accepted the motion to go to IPART with a request for a 10 per cent increase for seven years.

The 10 per cent includes the two per cent increase already allowed by IPART. After the meeting, Administrator Dick Persson also announced that the number of Council director positions would be reduced from nine to five or six and there would be “significant reductions” in the next level of management, the unit manager level, which currently stands at 37 positions. When pushed for specifics, he would not be drawn on exact numbers but repeated that there would be “significant” reductions. Continued page 7

Sport

While there were plenty of Central Coast stars out at the 2020 Women’s State of Origin clash, none shined brighter than former Wyong Roo, Tarryn Aiken. See page 40

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Like so many other community activities, NAIDOC Week 2020 looked a lot different on the Central Coast this year. See page 7

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Public housing vacant for eight years

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A boarded-up and neglected townhouse duplex at Bateau Bay is one of 58 vacant public housing properties across the Central Coast.

Business

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Persson has also announced that open forums will be held before each Council meeting allowing up to 10 residents to talk on any topic pertinent to Council.

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Council now has two $50M loans

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Data compiled by SeeChange Analytics show Airbnb occupancy rates averaging 60 per cent, surpassing January data, which is a year over year increase of over 20 per cent in most suburbs across the

October, 28.5 per cent of dwellings in Pearl Beach were listed as Airbnb’s. Other suburbs which recorded having a high rate of the housing market as Airbnb’s include Killcare at 25.1 per cent, Macmasters Beach at 15.3 per cent, and Copacabana at 12.1 per cent. Meanwhile, the region-wide residential vacancy rate has fallen to below 1 per cent. “The increase in Central Coast property demand has seen the total number of residential rental vacancies

drop from 1,000 in January to around 200 in September, a drop of more than 80 per cent,” Spedding said. Many are feeling impacts of the rental crisis. Central Coast Newspapers spoke with one family of four who have been looking to move to the Coast for over a month but have had no luck. “We are both employed professionals in our mid-40s, and we have two sons aged 7 and 11,” the mother said. “So far, our application process has not been easy, and

Outdoor enthusiasts welcomed the opening on November 6 of the 4WD Supacentre See page 25

there is not much stock, we know. “I grew up on the Central Coast, and I am looking forward to bringing up my family here.” A Bensville family has also found it impossible to find ren t any accommodation over the past three months. They were initially looking for houses to buy, but with prices spiking and rentals hard to find, they have resorted to moving into a friend’s house. See page 7

Sport

Mariners club legend and alltime leading scorer, Matt Simon, will remain with the Club for the A-League season See page 40

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Central Coast Council Administrator, Dick Persson, has continued on with a councillor resolution to secure a $50M loan. Council now has two $50M loans, one is for debt refinancing and capital works taken out in May as a normal part of their ongoing processes while this latest loan is for operational matters. Persson, installed by the State Government on October 30, called an extraordinary meeting on November 11 and immediately went into a confidential session for 10 minutes before re-emerging to publicly accept the loan. The Administrator said he had convened the meeting to deal with a matter of financial

urgency. The loan is a principle and interest loan with a fixed fiveyear term amortised over 15 years. No interest rate was mentioned. Persson said he understood that it was Council’s commercial advantage not to name the institution, but he sought assurances from CEO, Rik Hart, and CFO, Natalia Cowley, that the loan was from an institution with a top credit rating. Persson’s confidential dealing of the loan comes after the councillors were criticised for hiding behind confidential meetings as they attempted to deal with the Council’s financial crisis. The councillors, who were

suspended the day Administrator Persson was appointed, voted on October 12 to secure necessary external borrowing up to $100M. At that time, Council said that it could attempt to get the loan from TCorp, or any other emergency funding sources. It was for the purposes of maintaining Council’s liquidity until such time as the actions within the then draft 100 day recovery action plan were implemented. At the October 12 Council meeting, the now suspended councillors Greg Best, Bruce McLachlan, Jilly Pilon and now former councillors, Troy Marquart and Rebecca Gale, voted against getting a loan. Councillors were alerted

earlier in the month to an expected deficit that had more than doubled to $89M and immediate and serious liquidity issues. Council then approached the State Government for permission to use restricted funds for operational cash, but the State Government refused. Parliamentary Secretary for Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said on October 14 that the NSW Government “will not bail out Central Coast Council from its financial mismanagement”. Council met on October 20, and again on October 21, to make urgent representations to the Minister for Local Government seeking permission for the partial utilisation of restricted funds to

make staff payroll for the week ending October 18, and that should the Minister’s permission not be forthcoming, 2,157 Council staff might not be paid. The State Government then bailed out the council with $6.2M. The bail out was from the Office of Local Government’s early provision of Council’s Financial Assistance Grant Payments, but along with the cash came a “please explain”. Council was given seven days to explain why it should not be suspended. The suspension came on October 30 and will be reviewed in three months. Merilyn Vale

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Health

Almost two years after it was gutted by fire, Umina Mall has finally been demolished, with work expected to begin soon on a new shopping centre for the site.

In its final year of a four-year Disability Inclusion Action Plan, Central Coast Council has already chalked up a long list of significant improvements... See page 25

Sport

Ben Cohen starred with the bat for Lisarow Ourimbah in the first grade cricket T20 match on Thursday, November 12, versus Northern Power. See page 32

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The bulldozers moved in last week Photo: shabysheik

Initially approved 10 years ago, with modifications approved in 2015, the Umina Mall development stalled for several years as negotiations continued on the purchase of two lanes behind the site from Central Coast Council by developer Laundy Exhibition. Craig Laundy confirmed that issue has now been resolved. “Shadow Minister for the Central Coast, David Harris, and Member for Gosford, Liesl Tesch, were of great assistance in talking to Council on my behalf and Council has now

signed off on the sale of the lanes,” Laundy said. “That has allowed me to push the button with the Pluim Group, which will handle construction. “We want to give the area something to be proud of and create massive employment in both the build stage and on completion’’. Laundy said all demolition work would be completed by Christmas, with construction certification running in parallel. “Our great hope is to kick off building early next year and, weather dependent, we hope we can deliver within 12-14 months,” he said. Laundy said there would be a good mix of retail, including a supermarket/general store, a liquor shop, a newsagency and a pharmacy.

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Sport

An Ettalong football club has claimed a championship title after a hard-fought grand final win at Central Coast Stadium on Sunday November 1. See page 40

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Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, said the REZ is great news for local jobs, and will underpin the region’s future prosperity. REZs are the modern-day equivalent of a power station, combining generation, transmission, storage and system strength services to ensure a secure, affordable and reliable energy system.

According to Energy NSW the REZs are expected to unlock a significant pipeline of largescale renewable energy and storage projects while supporting billions of dollars of private sector investment. “A REZ for the Central Coast and Hunter is a no brainer – our region is home to some of Australia’s best natural resources, we have the skilled workforce, and we also have the existing transmission links,” Crouch said. “We know that four of the five coal-fired power stations in NSW will come to the end of their operational life in the next 15 years.

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Out&About

The artistic talents of five residents from Bateau Bay’s Uniting Nareen Gardens aged care home have been recognised in a state wide exhibition. See page 17

Education

Central Coast Council does not intend to take the State Government’s decision not to fund emergency works at The Entrance North, following a severe erosion event in July, lying down.

There’s no doubt about it – Kraken the Komodo dragon is one big boy. See page 17

Education

The Nippers program at Terrigal Surf Life Saving Club has scored some new foam boards ahead of the summer season thanks to Terrigal Bowling Club. See page 39

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REZ announced for Central Coast and Hunter The state’s fourth Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) is to be established in the Central Coast/Hunter region following legislation passed by State Parliament on November 17.

The Salvation Army has launched its annual Christmas Appeal and is calling for donations to let those who are doing it tough know that they are not alone.

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Business

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New boards for Terrigal Nippers

Out&About

Central Coast Pitmaster, Daniel Lynn, is a contestant on the cooking show, Dippers Backyard BBQ Wars...

The RSPCA’s Central Coast Shelter at Somersby closed to the public on November 7 to make way for a dedicated rehabilitation centre for animals who suffer from anxiety and behavioural issues on the site.

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After calls for a flood management plan for The Entrance Channel, a visit to the site is on the list for Central Coast Council Administrator, Dick Persson.

An animal rehabilitation centre will be established at the RSPCA site at Somersby

The first dedicated disability provider on the Peninsula has opened its doors following a grand opening event on Saturday, November 14.

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“We’re also hopeful we might attract other things like a take away food store and a bakery, and we are looking at a medical centre on the second floor which is over part of the building,” he said. The new centre is expected to cost about $10M, with local builders and tradesmen to be employed and Laundy estimates it will generate 250300 local jobs when opened and fully tenanted. Peninsula Chamber of Commerce has welcomed the move following years of inactivity. “It was great to see work finally start on the demolition of the old supermarket and shops,” Chamber President, Matthew Wales, said.

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Government avoids paying for emergency works

Out&About

Umina Beach artist, Benjamin Fraser, describes himself as a “creative individual” and someone who is trying to bring his passion for art and imaginative expression back...

Work to start soon on new Umina Mall development

The Entrance MP David Mehan, with Debbie outside neglected townhouses at Bateau Bay

Rise in Airbnb puts squeeze on long-term rental accommodation

The Wagstaffe bus stop has a whole new look, thanks to a determined community.

Virginia Henderson (with glass raised) toasts the new-look bus shelter with fellow residents

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With November 15 marking the 40th anniversary of the commissioning of HMAS Adelaide, Central Coast Artificial Reef Project (CCARP) has paid tribute to the crew...

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Education

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Animal rehab centre to open at Somersby

Out&About

Freemasons on the Central Coast, along with the Lodges of District 21, have donated $8,000 to support Camp Breakaway...

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Central Coast, excluding Wamberal. Founder of See-Change, Patrick Spedding, said it is important to point out this is the average occupancy rate for the whole month. “Data breaking out occupancy rates by weekday/weekend show that weekday occupancy rates are much lower,” Spedding said. “Typically, over 75 per cent of short-term rental accommodation sits empty during the week.” Data also shows that in

Shoppers at Woy Woy can now enjoy more than 100 shaded car spaces after Deepwater Plaza’s car park upgrade was completed recently.

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The Naughty Noodle Fun Haus theatre show, Slipstream, will premiere at this year’s Digital Melbourne Fringe Festival.

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The $50M loan will be taken as part of its Business Recovery Plan but details of the loan remain confidential.

Finding a home to rent on the Central Coast is becoming increasingly difficult, with more people moving to the region and an increase in Airbnb short-term rentals leading to a huge drop in the number of available longterm leases.

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Environmentally sensitive lands such as those in the Coastal Open Space System (COSS) will be safe, with the asset sale “more likely” to be buildings.

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Now that’s a community bus stop

The award winning and internationally recognised program at The Glen has achieved formal approval to build a 20-bed drug and alcohol rehabilitation service at Wyong Creek.

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Central Coast Council Administrator Dick Persson has announced Council will borrow $50M and sell $30M worth of assets in an attempt to address an expected $89M deficit.

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“This will disproportionately impact the Central Coast and Hunter regions and our existing skilled energy generation workforce but establishing this REZ will create hundreds if not thousands of new jobs.” Bruce Cottrill, Chair of the Central Coast Sustainability Association, congratulated the Government for working on creating Renewable Energy Zones. “We see a growing pipeline of businesses wanting to source energy supplies from cheap renewable sources as a way of validating their own supply chains,” he said. Continued page 5

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The State Budget, handed down on November 17, saw local businesses win big, with all NSW residents aged over 18 to receive vouchers valued at $100...

Central Coast Council will hold a special meeting to give itself permission to apply for a rate rise, even though the Council hasn’t decided yet if it wants one. Council is hedging its bets by allowing staff to start the process to apply for a special rate variation above the usual rate rise as set by Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART). The meeting will be held on November 26, at 1pm, in the Wyong chambers and the

Ben Cohen starred with the bat for Lisarow Ourimbah in the first grade cricket T20 match on Thursday, November 12, versus Northern Power. See page 39

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public forum will be included. Administrator, Dick Persson, said that he had a meeting with IPART last week and confirmed that the window was still open for Council to apply, but that window would soon close. He said Council would begin the process even though a decision had not been made and no figure for any possible rate increase had been set. Persson said that the decision would be made after he handed down his report into Council’s financial situation (see separate story).

Rate rise on the cards

Students at Wadalba Community School have been collecting cans and bottles to raise funds and awareness for National Recycling Week. See page 34

Council to seek permission to apply for a rate rise

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He said at the beginning of his tenure that he hoped to have that report ready in 30 days and that it would be a “plain English” report explaining how Council got itself into its present situation. It would also give options for the future. Those options would include a rate rise, asset sales and other efficiencies, and any options would be publicly canvassed before any final decisions were made. Merilyn Vale

Central Coast Council held a special meeting on November 26 to give itself permission to apply for a rate rise, even though the Council hasn’t decided as yet if it wants one.

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The Council is hedging its bets by allowing staff to start the process to apply for a special rate variation above the usual rate rise set by Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART). The meeting saw two people address the council before the administrator accepted the motion to go to IPART with a request for a 10 per cent increase for seven years.

Central Coast boxing sensation, Jai Opetaia, has maintained his undefeated record after taking out former Australian champion, Ben Kelleher... See page 32

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Sport

While there were plenty of Central Coast stars out at the 2020 Women’s State of Origin clash, none shined brighter than former Wyong Roo, Tarryn Aiken. See page 40

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Flooding raises questions over Council’s urgent repair services Central Coast Council has denied cuts to overtime led to minor flooding of a Point Clare home last week. Patricia Trumm said the drama began on Tuesday, November 17, when what appeared to be a burst water pipe began to leak water onto the front yard of the family home. “Council workers came that afternoon and told us they couldn’t do anything about it as they were not permitted to do overtime,” Trumm said. “We woke on Wednesday to a tremendous flood in the front yard – the entire yard and garage were flooded. “It took Council a while to turn the water off and it seems that impacted other homes. “My daughter and I had to use a ladder to leave the house for work. “The problem was fixed on the Wednesday, but we are angry the problem was left

overnight. “We feel Council stuffed up and we were the sufferers. “But we are also concerned that overtime bans might lead to more problems and wonder how many others will pay the price for Council’s incompetence.” But a Council spokesperson said Council’s primary focus was continuing essential services for the community, which includes water and sewer services. “Council received a call from the customer on the morning of November 17 reporting a leaking hydrant on Collard Rd,” the spokesperson said. “Council immediately investigated the issue and had remediated the leak shortly after lunch. “The crew then scheduled Council’s maintenance team for the next day to complete a more permanent solution. “Council workers who work

approved overtime are paid for their work according to the award. “If there is an urgent issue that requires staff to work after hours, the community can be assured that Council staff will be onsite and will be paid for their work accordingly. “Council staff prioritise all repair works across the Coast and staff left the site in good condition following initial assessment. “Permanent repair works were prioritised for the following day. “Unfortunately, overnight the issue got worse, and this can happen. “Council received a call from the customer advising of the change in the morning and immediately escalated the priority repair and sent staff out. “This fix was completed later that day.” Patricia Trumm inspects the work being done to address a leaking hydrant outside her home

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Salvos spread some Christmas cheer The Salvation Army has launched its annual Christmas Appeal and is calling for donations to let those who are doing it tough know that they are not alone. Following a difficult year, especially for those already experiencing hardship, the Salvos want to spread the message that they are there to help with food, toys, financial help or someone to talk to this festive season. While a lot of annual Christmas events can’t go ahead, the Salvos are keen to let people know that their normal welfare services are still operating as well as Christmas church

Kristy Fell from Gosford Salvos with members of the Gosford Fire Brigade

services. Gosford Salvation Army Office has been busy getting ready to spread some Christmas cheer. “Many in our community have already started to put their names down for help and we expect many more calls in the coming weeks,” Captain Carol Smith said. “If anyone wants to help us, what we really need is toys or gifts for children. “This year has been frightening enough and we don’t want the children to miss out.” Meanwhile, Fire and Rescue NSW continues to support the Salvation Army with its annual toy appeal.

New toys can be donated to any of the 15 fire stations across the Coast. “In 2019, the campaign assisted the Salvation Army to provide support for over 420 families, gifting over 1700 presents, as well as the provision of food hampers and vouchers,” Fire and Rescue NSW Inspector Mark Delves said. “This year the campaign will run from December 1 through to December 18, and we are hoping that this year will be even better.” Source: Media releases, Nov 23, 24 Salvation Army

Dispose of expired flares Central Coast boaters will again be able to dispose of their expired flares safely and easily with collections to be held on November 27. “Expired flares are classified as Class 1 explosives under the Australian Dangerous Goods Code and require authorised

disposal,” NSW Maritime Executive Director, Mark Hutchings, said. “Flares are to be used when you’re in trouble. “They provide an exact location for searching aircraft or vessels and they are only to be lit when rescuers are in

view. “Most flares have a use-by date of three years and they must be replaced before the expiry date, with penalties applicable for those found to be using or carrying expired flares. “This collection program provides the boating community

with an opportunity to safely dispose of their out of date flares, particularly as flare collection is not permitted at service centres, registries or maritime sites.” Hutchings said flares were an important component of required safety equipment.

NSW Maritime Boating Education Officers will be available to assist boaters at some of the flare collection points, with advice on flares and other safety equipment such as lifejacket servicing and answers to any questions about boating safety rules.

Collections will be held on November 27 at Terrigal Haven boat ramp (10.30am-noon), Gosford boat ramp (1-3.30pm) and Lions Park boat ramp, Woy Woy (3.30-5pm). Source: Media release, Nov 18 NSW Maritime

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Over the next few months I will be talking to our community about our Council and changes that are needed. If you would like to be part of the conversation about the future of our Council – then register your interest at: www.surveymonkey.com/r/future_council

While Councillors are away - our community loses representation in important planning decisions Planning shapes our communities and our region - it determines where we locate population growth, where we have business, residential, rural, urban and environmental areas and controls such as height, parking and density. This in turn defines where we then put infrastructure, community facilities and how we protect local character and heritage. The State Government has slowly, but persistently, eroded the role of Councillors and the community in planning on the Central Coast. Early in 2018, I had a developer meet with me (and a staff member). He wanted to tell me that he owned property in Gosford CBD and essentially asked what I was going to do for him. I outlined the significant activity that was already happening in Gosford - over $1.7 billion of development approved, cranes in the sky, the hospital development full steam ahead, plans for the Performing Arts Centre and Gosford Regional Library, plans to revitalise Kibble Park and a parking strategy. None of this seemed to satisfy him—he was looking for something else.

In Oct 2018, the State Government put in place a SEPP to override Council’s planning powers in Gosford CBD. These new planning rules would favour large sites and essentially remove height and density controls on those sites. The State government also reduced the developer contributions that come to Council to provide infrastructure, reducing this from 4% to 1%. The next step from the State government was to force a Local Planning Panel (LPP) on the Central Coast. Council voted to oppose a LPP which would take decision making away from our community and our Council. LPPs were in place for Sydney Metropolitan Councils and Wollongong. Some Councils like them - others don’t. The former Minister for Planning initiated a review that recommended consideration of a LPP for Newcastle and the Central Coast. Both the Mayor of Newcastle and myself made representations to demonstrate that both areas were meeting development approval targets and a LPP was not required. The current Minister decided to introduce a LPP for the Central Coast - but not for Newcastle. Two critical strategic planning documents are the Local Strategic Planning Statement (LSPS)

and the Comprehensive LEP. These documents set the planning framework for our region. Council staff have been working on these documents for some time. There has been a high level of dissatisfaction within our community about the process and details. In addition, there has been a lack of balance in consultation. The UDIA (Urban Development Institute of Australia) claims to be “the leading industry body representing the interests of the NSW property development sector”. In July 2019, the local UDIA group indicated that they provided advice to Council staff that attend their monthly meetings. Council staff attended over 22 UDIA meetings during period 20172019. By contrast, staff do not attend regular meetings of any other non-government stakeholder groups. On 23 November, the Sydney Morning Herald reported that in 2018 the NSW Premier had “moved the Greater Sydney Commission under her control against the advice of a key departmental boss two months after a secret lobbying push” by groups including the NSW UDIA. The Greater Sydney Commission (GSC) was formed in 2015 by legislation that defines its functions in terms of the “Greater Sydney Region”. This does not include the Central

Coast. On 22 October this year, a media release announced that the Premier has asked the GSC to coordinate development and delivery of a Central Coast Strategy. It appears that the focus is economic and employment growth. The Central Coast Council had adopted its Economic Development Strategy for the region on 28 September 2020 after a two year process of development and consultation. Back to the future - Gosford waterfront (again) On 23 November, Council resolved to “work with the Greater Sydney Commission to explore opportunities for the Gosford Waterfront Precinct”. Over the last 30 years, significant issues have been identified for the waterfront area including flooding, contaminated lands, climate change impacts, community concerns about alienation of public land and the significant issues around Dane Drive as a main transport corridor. At a time of financial crisis for the Council and Central Coast community, it now appears that public time and money will be spent (again) on developer ambitions for the waterfront—rather than the needs of our community across the region.

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Mangrove Creek Dam

As the La Nina weather pattern brings a summer of higher than average rainfall, Central Coast Council will ease Level 1 water restrictions from December 7 and Water Wise Rules will then apply.

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Level 1 restrictions have been in place since February when the Mangrove Creek Dam’s storage dropped to 50 per cent. After drought-breaking rain early in the year and

substantial late winter and spring rain, Mangrove Creek Dam’s storage is now at 60.95 percent (as at Tuesday, November 24). To ensure long-term water security, residents are asked to adhere to the Live to 150L message by using no more than 150 litres of water per person per day. A range of resources including a water-use calculator, water-wise plant selector, water-saving tips and rainwater tank maintenance guide can be

found online at centralcoast. nsw.gov.au/lovewater Under the Water Wise Rules sprinklers, irrigation systems and hoses with a trigger nozzle can be used in the garden any day before 10am and after 4pm and all road vehicles, boats and trailers can be washed with a trigger nozzle hose, pressure cleaner or bucket. Hosing pathways and driveways is a no-no but topping up an existing swimming pool using a hose from the town water supply is

allowed. Council Administrator, Dick Persson, said responsible use of water was part of ensuring the ongoing security of the region’s water supply. “We know that climate variability and a growing population are just some of the factors that will place pressure on the water supply, so simple habit changes can make a real difference in the amount of water a household uses,” he said. “As well as making smart

choices about their personal water use, I also encourage residents to get involved in Council’s community consultation project which is exploring the best options for our long-term water supply.” Between December and March, residents can participate in a variety of ways towards planning the region’s long-term water security and how water prices are charged. Over the next few months, Council will be making progress on two important

projects – the Integrated Water Resource Plan and Council’s submission to the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) about water rates charges. By registering their interest, residents will have the opportunity to contribute to both projects by participating in public forums, online surveys and phone interviews. For more information go online to yourvoiceourcoast. com Sue Murray

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Council pushes State to recover coastal erosion remediation costs Central Coast Council has indicated it will press the State Government’s for greater funding of coastal remediation works after severe weather caused serious coastal erosion in July. The State Government announced last week it would award Council $992,501 under the NSW Government’s Coastal and Estuary Grants program for the Wamberal works. This represents just half the cost of emergency works at Wamberal Beach which saw 1,800 tonnes of large basalt rocks placed on the beach and 1,720 more tonnes of rockfilled bags craned in from Ocean View Dr. At North Entrance, just over 2,060 tonnes of rock were placed on the beach between Karagi Reserve beach access

Rock bags at Wamberal Beach

and Hargraves St beach access. The State Government has refused to offer any funding at

all for these works as it says the project does not fit within the program’s guidelines. The majority of the rocks were brought in from Hunter

Quarries at Karuah, with extra bags to hold them flown in from Japan. Council said emergency works were undertaken by

Council at the direction of the Local Emergency Operations Controller. A spokesperson said Council staff would continue to

negotiate with the Government to seek full reimbursement of funding at both locations. “Council notes that there are provisions within the Coastal and Estuary Grants Program that allow for funding of works not included as part of a certified Coastal Zone Management Plan or Coastal Management Program, a matter that the State Government wrote to advise Council about on September 3,” the spokesperson said. “Council accordingly sought reimbursement for works completed at The Entrance North. “On this basis it is disappointing that funding requests for works at The Entrance North has been declined.” Terry Collins

Report on Council finances due next week Residents will finally have some answers next week over what caused the financial crisis at Central Coast Council when Administrator Dick Persson hands down his initial report on December 3. An expected $89M deficit and a bail-out of more from $6M from the State Government so Council staff could be paid led ultimately to the suspension of all councillors and the appointment of Persson by Local Government Minister Shelley Hancock on October 30. Persson will table his report detailing Council’s financial situation at a public meeting on December 3, fulfilling his promise on November 2 that he would produce a plain-English

report outlining the issues and a series of options on the way forward within 30 days. Persson flagged early on that those options could include rate rises and asset sales. The eagerly awaited list of “under-performing assets” that could be nominated for sale will be made public at the November 30 Council meeting at the latest. These assets have been identified and prioritised for possible sale. “Council is currently finalising the recommendation and undertaking extensive due diligence works involving finance and legal,” a report to the November 23 meeting said. “Procurement are working in parallel to establish a period contract/panel for use in the

disposal of property assets.” Also at that meeting, Persson announced he had hired an acting Chief Operating Officer for three months. Persson said there were big planning issues and big operational issues coming up. He had formed the view that a “wise head was needed” and he has hired Malcom Ryan, one of the most respected planners in the state. He said Ryan had agreed to spend less time with his grandchildren and spend some time on the Coast. “If I have to deal with the possible merging of LEPs I am much more comfortable with Mr Ryan around,” Persson said. The LEP refers to the two Local Environment Plans, one

from the former Gosford Council and one from the former Wyong Council, that are still to be consolidated into one Central Coast LEP. Council is focused at present on its Business Recovery Plan, which has seen it so far accept a $50M loan from a top tier financial institution at an interest rate below two per cent. Council has started negotiations for a loan to secure $50-$100M of capital works. A review of Council’s 20/21 operating budget and capital program has been completed and opportunities logged detailing ways to improve Council’s financial position. All monthly and quarterly Budget Pack financial reporting

assumptions have been reviewed. Unit Managers across the organisation have identified about 200 opportunities to further reduce operational expenditure. “The current priority focus is to validate the ideas presented, analyse the time required to realise any financial savings, and identify actions that will produce further financial savings in the immediate future,” the report to Council said. It also said Council was finalising the first phase engagement for the forensic audit with KPMG. Persson said Council continued to closely monitor, track and reconcile its cash position on a daily basis.

“Progress has been made on identifying and mitigating the key causes for the financial situation that Council finds itself in,” he said. “The objective of the Business Recovery Plan is to achieve financial recovery and sustainability by continuing to focus on the intake of cash and expenditure reduction, coupled with more sustainable cash preservation initiatives and strategies. “Notwithstanding, I am confident we will be able to set a path that will get us to where we need to be. “I will consult to the maximum extent possible about the best mix of options.” Merilyn Vale

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Housing availability on Coast is “slim pickings” Housing supply and demand is out of balance on the Central Coast, which is pushing house prices up, says Chair of the Central Coast Chapter of Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA), Caine King. He was speaking at a UDIA luncheon on the Coast on November 17. “Housing at the moment is slim pickings, there’s not much in stock, so houses are selling above where they should be by about $100,000 to $200,000 in some cases,” he said. “The migration from Sydney is so strong, which we’ve encouraged for a very long time, and we shouldn’t be discouraging that, but the housing stock isn’t there. “So, what we have now is that the affordable Central Coast that has long been promoted, is not so affordable. “On top of that there’s also the rental market which is at an all-time low.” King said housing completions were high, sales were strong but building new housing was being delayed and deferred through the approval process, thereby tying up the

UDIA CEO Steve Mann, Shadow Minister for the Central Coast, David Harris, UDIA Central Coast Chapter Chair, Caine King, and Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, at the luncheon

marketplace and reducing prospects for jobs through growth. It is estimated the Coast needs 2300 new homes a year to keep up with demand. King said the Southern Growth Corridor from Erina to Somersby was crucial and there should be a focus on “brownfield” (pull down and develop) sites to provide more

diversity in housing to cater for the influx of people, such as what was happening in Gosford. “We need units, townhouses and duplexes and these could be accommodated in a wellplanned and co-ordinated urban design for town centre hubs such as Erina, East Gosford and West Gosford, fanning out to residential areas

of single dwellings,” he said. “I think that is what’s missing from the growth corridor and we should really be focussing on that corridor.” He said housing needed to be developed more quickly than it was now and while there had been a steep rise in housing completions, there was a massive drop in development application approvals.

“Housing projects are being delayed, deferred and taking too long for local government to make a decision,” he said. “Biodiversity and environmental regulations are some of the most significant issues that constrains development on the Coast and it’s just red tape on red tape on red tape and we need to simplify these.

“Industry and government at all levels need to work together to find the balance to ensure we are protecting the environment but also providing housing and new jobs that we need on the Coast.” King said delays by Central Coast Council to adopt a Local Environment Plan (LEP) was not inspiring confidence in developers looking to invest in the region. The LEP refers to the two Local Environment Plans, one from the former Gosford Council and one from the former Wyong Council, that are still to be consolidated into one Central Coast LEP. “The Central Coast has been planned to death yet it’s the LEP that is instrumental for development proposals to give clarity of direction and consistency,” King said. “It’s baffling why it is taking so long and unfortunately it’s been roadblocked in the Council room three times. “We need the LEP, I can’t stress that enough and we’ll be asking the Administrator (to make it) a priority.” Sue Murray

Rate rise on the cards From page 1 On the rate rise, Persson said he had a meeting with IPART last week where it was confirmed that the window was still open for the Council to apply, but that window would soon close. He said the Council would begin the process even though a decision had not been made and no figure for any possible rate increase had been set. That decision would be made after he handed down his report into Council’s financial

woes on December 3 (see separate story). The plain English report explaining how Council got itself into its situation would also give options for the future. He reiterated that those options would include a rate rise, asset sales and other efficiencies. Those options would be publicly canvassed in January and February before any final decisions were made, he said. During the meeting, Persson discussed the reasons that

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contributed to the Council’s financial issues with the two public forum speakers. When speaker, Patrick Gallagher, said that increasing rates should, as a matter of general principle, be the last resort in the campaign to return Council to solvency, Persson interjected and said he agreed. Gallagher and the first speaker, Tony Kirby, both said that the rate harmonisation between the former Gosford and Wyong areas should be finalised before any rates were

increased. Persson said harmonisation would be in place by the middle of 2021. But he said the harmonisation would not increase the size of the cake, it would only change the amount some people paid, not the overall total rates that Council collected. At the beginning of the meeting, he said he had been reading social media comments. “One of the common comments is that this is not our

fault, why should we have to pay,” he said. “Interesting perception that some people have. “The question will get down to the different options and how we get to where we want to be from where we are.” Later he added to those comments, saying that there was no-one else to pay: it was the people’s Council. He explained that the Council needed to get back to having a surplus. The Council received money

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Coast set to receive eleven new ambulances Point Clare Ambulance Station is to take delivery of a new class 1 ambulance before the end of the year, one of 11 vehicles to be rolled out across the Central Coast. They will be among 89 ambulances to be delivered state-wide as part of a $17M investment by the State Government. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, visited the station to announce the initiative, which is part of the Government’s response to COVID-19.

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“Providing state-of-the-art equipment and resources is the best thing the NSW Government can do to support paramedics responding to emergencies in our community,” Crouch said. “The ambulances come with additional life-saving equipment on board including defibrillators and laryngoscopes.” Minister for Health, Brad Hazzard, welcomed the deployment of the new vehicles to support NSW Ambulance, one of the largest ambulance services in the world. “These new state-of-the art ambulances will be a great

support for our paramedics as they continue to provide worldclass care and save lives every day in communities across NSW,” Hazzard said. “Our paramedics will have the latest airway equipment such as laryngoscopes and upgraded life-saving defibrillators on hand to enhance the support they provide to seriously ill patients.” To ensure NSW Ambulance’s response capability remains flexible throughout COVID-19, the deployment locations of the additional ambulances can be updated if required to prioritise areas experiencing a higher

demand. The $17M is part of the Government’s $800M COVID-19 investment to boost ICU capacity and purchase additional services and medical equipment. The other 10 ambulances for the region will be delivered to Bateau Bay (1), Doyalson (2), Ettalong (4), Hamlyn Terrace (1) and Toukley (2). All ambulances are expected to be delivered by December 2020. Source: Media release, Nov 25 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

Fishers warned to play by the rules Central Coast fishers are being urged to abide by the rules this summer as the NSW Fisheries ramps up patrols. Minister for Agriculture, Adam Marshall, joined Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, for a ride in one of the patrol boats to observe some fishing spots along the coastline on November 23. Marshall said with more tourists expected in the region this year, NSW Fisheries will be adding more compliance officers and vessels to monitor illegal fishing and ensure people are safe on the water. “Most fishers do the right thing, but we know there is a small majority that don’t respect bag or size limits, and who are ruining it for everyone else,” Marshall said. “That is why the work of Fisheries officers is so important. “Many people will be staying home this Christmas break, so we know they will want to make the most of their

A NSW Fisheries officer with Agriculture Minister, Adam Marshall, and Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

sensational local waterways and coastal fishing opportunities over the summer break.” Crouch is encouraging fishers to download the FishSmart app created by NSW DPI which provides information on bag and size limits, closed seasons and fishing gear rules.

It also includes a real-time map to help locate the nearest Fish Aggregating Devices (FADs), artificial reefs, Recreational Fishing Havens and Marine Park zones. “Fishing is one of the most accessible, most rewarding activities available, and goes hand-in-hand with an Aussie

summer,” Crouch said. “We have some beautiful beaches and great waterways to drop a line, along the Central Coast especially, so they should be enjoyed by all in sustainable way.” NSW Fisheries officers said the rock platform at Avoca is one of the busiest areas for

rock fishing in the region. Marshall said there are 15,00 registered fishers for Terrigal, and almost one million across the state. “In NSW, there are 103 Fisheries officers who carry out targeted operations to ensure sustainable industry for all,” he said.

“In the last financial year, they were on patrol for more than 77,000 patrol hours and carried out 50,000 inspections.” The ex HMAS Adelaide wreck, Munmorah Power House at Budgewoi Lake, and Bouddi National Park are the three total fishing closures on the Central Coast. Recreational netting and trapping is prohibited in Lake Munmorah, Upper Hawkesbury river, parts of Brisbane Water, Cowan Creek and Jerusalem Bay, Mooney Mooney Creek, Tuggerah Lakes, Patonga Creek, Wamberal Lagoon, Terrigal Lagoon, Avoca Lake and Cockrone Lake. Spearfishing and diving are prohibited within 20m of all NSW ocean beaches. Bait digging and collection is prohibited on the Brisbane Water at Ettalong, Cockle Creek and Saratoga. More information is available on the NSW government website. Jacinta Counihan

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No more warning signs for mobile speed cameras Labor MPs on the Central Coast have criticised the NSW Government’s decision to remove all warning signs for mobile speed cameras across the state, saying the move is more about revenue than safety. The changes, made by Minister for Transport and Roads, Andrew Constance, and Minister for Regional Transport and Roads, Paul Toole, on November 19, will be implemented over the next year, with operational hours for the cameras also set to increase. This means signs placed 250 metres and 50 metres ahead of mobile speed cameras will go. Shadow Minister for the Central Coast, David Harris, said speed camera warning signs are a crucial safety feature. “Speed cameras were originally supposed to be for Black Spot areas to slow people down to safe speeds; we know that’s not the case with mobile cameras,” Harris said. “The NRMA has urged the

Government to reconsider its decision and said signs are essential to educate drivers and prevent road deaths. “It’s a well-known fact that having signage out there draws attention to something and that changes driver behaviour. “I support any measure which reasonably makes our roads safer, but this measure assumes all people will suddenly drive slower because of a fear of getting fined; we know that’s not the case because it’s not human nature. “People need to be continuously reminded, especially in high accident areas.” Drive to Survive Principal, Ian Luff, said it’s equivalent to a “speeding tax”. “I just believe that taking those signs away, having concealed vehicles hidden on the sides of footpaths, is an easy way for governments to raise revenue,” he said. Member for Gosford, Liesl Tesch, agrees. “This is about revenue raising and propping up the budget,” Tesch said.

“The Government is blatantly disregarding expert advice from the NRMA, and even their own Members. “The Liberals are thinking about dollars and cents and budget blowouts, not the safety of NSW motorists.” Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, said drivers should not be worried if they are already following the rules. “We’ve seen how the mobile phone detection camera

program has already changed behaviours when it comes to mobile phone use,” Crouch said. “No warning signs mean you can be caught anywhere, anytime and the NSW Government wants to see that same result with mobile speed cameras. “If you are obeying the speed limit you have nothing to worry about.” There are over 30 mobile speed cameras on the Central Coast.

Transport for NSW Deputy Secretary for Safety, Environment and Regulation, Tara McCarthy, said the reason behind the decision is the number of speed-related crashes seen in NSW. “The Mobile Speed Camera program is being enhanced and brought into line with how other Australian jurisdictions run their programs and better practice,” McCarthy said. “The changes to the mobile speed camera program will directly benefit regional drivers with any additional funding generated to be used to accelerate the roll-out of lifesaving road safety projects, through the NSW Community Road Safety Fund. “This includes thousands of kilometres of audio-tactile line markings, wide centre lines and more crash barriers across regional NSW, helping save even more lives.” According to Independent modelling from Monash University Accident Research Centre supplied by Transport NSW, between 2015 and 2019, 27 people have died, and 831

have been seriously injured in crashes involving excessive or inappropriate speed in the electorates of Gosford, Terrigal, Wyong and The Entrance. Transport NSW says best practice mobile speed camera programs with sufficient hours, a high number of enforcement sites, unmarked and unsigned operations and highly randomised deployment can deliver a consistent, networkwide 20-30 per cent reduction in casualty crashes. Shadow Minister for Roads, John Graham, believes the timing of the announcement is important to note. “The fact this measure was announced in a budget week tells you it is about revenue, not road safety,” he said. “Fines will leap a third higher as a result of this measure.” Graham said NSW Government revenue from fines is forecast to rise from $651M this year to $864M next year, a rise of more than 32 per cent. Jacinta Counihan

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LOOK for other dangers and a patrolled location, and PLAN to stay safe and know your limitations and swim between the red and yellow flags,” Daw said. “Additionally, we’re asking beachgoers to practise social distancing and to stay at home if they feel unwell. “By ticking items off our Share Sunshine Safely checklist and working together we can keep our beaches open and enjoy them safely this year.” Sunny Saviours is the first initiative for the newly formed partnership between Golden Circle and Surf Life Saving Australia. As part of their commitment

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Coast vies for ECO Destination certification The Central Coast is on its way to becoming a certified ECO Destination through the Ecotourism Australia and WWF-Australia funded partnership. Achieving ECO Destination certification will recognise the Central Coast as a world-class destination for sustainable, nature-based tourism. Central Coast Council Director Connected Communities, Julie Vaughan, said the partnership would support the region with a two-year $30,000 package covering all costs to progress through Ecotourism Australia’s ECO Destination program. “This partnership is a significant boost for our growing nature-based tourism sector here on the Coast,” Vaughan said. “The Central Coast has been selected along with five other bush fire affected destinations, including the Blue Mountains in NSW and Kangaroo Island in South Australia, to move toward formal recognition of our world-class eco-tourism offerings.

Aquafun Avoca Lake is one of five operators in the region already certified with Ecotourism Australia

“We have so much to offer – stunning beaches, incredible bushwalks, picturesque hinterland, adventure activities, boutique shopping, great locally produced food, a vibrant dining scene – and ECO Destination certification will help deliver this message to a broader audience.” Ecotourism Australia Chief Executive, Rod Hillman, said he was delighted to have new destinations joining the program.

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Council Administrator, Dick Persson, said the support of Ecotourism Australia and WWF-Australia would play an important role in the Coast’s future as a tourist destination of choice. “It has been a year of unprecedented challenges and tourism will be key to helping the Central Coast economy to recover and flourish,” he said. “The Central Coast is home to a vast array of world-class,

nature-based tourist attractions, and becoming ECO Destination certified will give us an internationally recognised stamp of approval and help to attract an increasing number of visitors seeking sustainable travel experiences.” The Central Coast has five operators already certified with Ecotourism Australia: TreeTops in Ourimbah State Forest, Noonaweena in Kulnura; Aquafun Avoca Lake in Avoca Beach, Central Coast Marine

Discovery Centre, Terrigal and Peak Potential Adventures in Charmhaven. As part of the ECO Destination Certification program, additional local tourism operators will have the opportunity to pursue certification and be supported with tools to help their business become more sustainable. Source: Media release, Nov 20 Central Coast Council

Dam ban within Ourimbah and Jilliby Creek system The NSW Department of Planning has placed an embargo on in-river dams within the Ourimbah Creek and Jilliby Jilliby Creek water sources. Executive Director Policy, Planning and Sciences, Emma

Solomon, said the embargo will apply to all approvals for a dam within a third order or higher stream within these catchments. The term stream order is used to describe the hierarchy of streams from the top to the bottom of a catchment.

“The temporary embargo applies from today and will last for up to two years or until the water sharing plan for the Central Coast Unregulated Water Sources 2009 is replaced which is expected to be July 1, 2021,” Solomon said. “A risk assessment recently

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completed by the department identified that the Jilliby Jilliby Creek and Ourimbah Creek water sources have very high environmental values that are at high risk from water extraction in these catchments. “This prohibition exists in the other surface water sources

within the Central Coast area and this embargo brings Jilliby Jilliby Creek and Ourimbah Creek in line with these other water sources.” The permanency of this restriction will be discussed during the public exhibition phase of the replacement

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Council’s first open forum prompts action After calls for a flood management plan for The Entrance Channel a visit to the site is on the list for Central Coast Council administrator. Administrator Dick Persson promised to visit The Entrance and find answers to questions posed by resident Graham Hankin, who spoke at the Open Forum on November 23. Hankin spoke about dredging The Entrance channel and Tuggerah Lakes flooding. Hankin, a member of the Council’s advisory committee for the catchments and coast - Tuggerah Lakes, asked a series of questions about flood management and dredging strategies. Persson said he would get answers. “I won’t make any undertakings other than to say I am genuinely interested and will visit the site and make a further statement and will take

The Central Coast Council Administrator has promised some answers on dredging strategies for The Entrance Channel

up your questions with senior management and get answers,” Persson said. Persson also agreed to visit Toukley after Bronwyn Evans from the Toukley Community Action Group used the new

open forum to bring to the administrator’s attention to traffic issues in her area. Persson said the open forum, which attracted six speakers the first time it was offered before the November 23

meeting, would in future be livestreamed along with the public forum and and the Council meeting itself, both of which have been livestreamed in the past. The public forum only allows

people to speak on that evening’s agenda items while the new open forum allows for speeches on any topics. However, a mountain bike rider, Matt Harrington, had his speech about the feasibility

study into riding trails on the coast cut short when Persson said the matter was currently on public exhibition and suggested Harrington come back another time with his views on how to stop illegal trails. Persson said later he would make it clear that the open forum should not be used for topics that were currently on public exhibition as people should submit their views as part of that process. One speaker talked about the ongoing wait for the draft Local Environment Plan (LEP) which is to be an amalgamation of the two former councils’ LEPs. A sixth speaker spoke about the Council’s financial mess. The open forum is held before every ordinary council meeting and the public has three minutes to talk on any topic pertinent to the council. Merilyn Vale

Unclear if wetlands purchase funds are still available Central Coast Council admits it is “unclear” whether money earmarked to be spent on the purchase of Davistown Wetlands is “still available”. The admission comes in a report to be considered at the November 30 Council meeting. In the report, Administrator

Dick Persson is being urged to stop trying to buy wetlands at Davistown. Council agreed this time last year to negotiate to buy eight lots or 19.26ha of wetlands for environmental protection purposes. However, the vendor’s asking price was higher than Council’s

two market valuations, and Council’s offer was not accepted. A sum of $1,436,049 was specifically allocated by the former Gosford City Council to buy wetland parcels. This was to be held in restricted funds under the name of “Davistown Wetlands”.

“These funds were to be used to purchase this land, however it is unclear if these funds are still available,” the report states. “It is also unclear if Council has the financial capacity to manage these lands in perpetuity.” The report goes on to say:

“The risk of the land being developed is extremely low due to the current planning restrictions including ecology and flooding that severely constrain this land. “Due to the low risk of it being developed, the uncertainty of available funds, and the legislative compliance for compulsory acquisition, it is

recommended to discontinue any acquisition (by agreed price or compulsory acquisition) for the present time.” The report goes to the ordinary council meeting on November 30 for a decision from Administrator Dick Persson. Merilyn Vale

Search for seeds from threatened species continues The NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment (DPIE) has renewed its appeal for Central Coast residents to be on the lookout for two local species susceptible to myrtle rust.

Rhodomyrtus psidioides (native guava) Photo: Gavin Phillips, DPIE

Landholders are asked to advise authorities, who are hoping to collect seeds from the threatened species, if they see them on their properties. Both species belong to the Myrtaceae family (the eucalypt family) and are naturally occurring in rainforest and rainforest margins on the Coast.

Rhodamnia rubescens (scrub turpentine) has distinctly three veined leaves from the base, paler beneath and usually densely hairy. It produces white flowers from august-September and fruits ripen from OctoberDecember. They are ball-shaped and 5-7 mm in diameter, crowned with the remains of four calyx lobes and are red turning black when ripe. Rhodomyrtus psidioides (native guava) is not three veined, but instead has a midrib and lateral veins but no vein running along the margin (edge of the leaf).

Its flowers (white) appear from November-December and fruits ripen from February-May and are either ball-shaped or egg-shaped and 10-15mm long (or even longer). They are crowned with the remains of five calyx lobes and turn green to yellowish when ripe. The fruit of Rhodamnia rubescens (scrub turpentine) is plump and glossy black when ripe while Rhodomyrtus psidioides (native guava) is yellowish or greenish-yellow. Both types of fruit (berries) are soft to the touch (squishy) when mature and should come away from the branch very

easily when pulled. Sometimes these fruits are collected by placing a gauze bag around a fruiting branch and letting the fruit drop into the bag when it’s ripe. The seed should be removed from the pulp as soon as possible after collecting the fruit. Contact sosmyrtlerust@ rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au if you have either of these plants on your property. Source: Media release, Nov 25 NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment

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Police investigate $120,000 art theft

Kincumber man charged over burnouts, along with five others A 19-year-old man from Kincumber is one of six drivers to have been charged following an investigation into alleged dangerous driving on the Central Coast recently.

The stolen painting

Police are appealing for public assistance as they continue to investigate after a painting valued at $120,000 was stolen during a break and enter at Mount White in October. Between 2am and 10.30am on Wednesday, October 7, an unknown number of persons

forced entry to a Mount White home and stole a distinct artwork from the loungeroom. Detectives from Brisbane Water Police District established a crime scene and commenced an investigation. As part of ongoing inquiries,

police have released an image of the stolen artwork and are appealing for anyone who may have seen the painting, or who may have knowledge of its whereabouts, to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Source: Media release, Nov 23 NSW Police Media

Safer Drivers Course Learner drivers are reminded they can 20 hours of logbook credit by completing a PCYC NSW Safer Drivers Course, with spots still available for the next course, to be conducted at Niagara Park on February 9 next year. Both automatic and manual

coaches will be available. To be eligible for the course you must hold a valid NSW learner licence, be under the age of 25 and have completed a minimum of 50 hours of actual on-road driving. Any credit hours gained under

the Structured Professional Lesson (3 for 1) scheme must be excluded. You can book online at: www. pcycdrivereducation programs-sdc.org.au/book-acourse Source: Brisbane Water Police District Facebook page

Woy Woy man found dead A man reported missing from WoyWoy has been located deceased. The 81-year-old man was reported missing after last being seen on Railway St on Monday, November 2. Officers from Brisbane Water Police District were notified and conducted an extensive search for the man.

About 9.20am on Wednesday, November 18, officers from Kuring Gai Police Area Command attended bushland near Clovelly Rd at Hornsby, after the body of a man was located. While the body is yet to be formally identified, it is believed to be that of the missing man.

Inquiries into the incident continue, but his death is not being treated as suspicious. Police would like to thank the public and the media for their assistance. A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner. Source: Media release, Nov 19 NSW Police

At 10.15pm on Wednesday, November 11, officers attached to Tuggerah Lakes Highway Patrol investigated reports of vehicles conducting burnouts and driving recklessly at Berkeley Vale.

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Six drivers were charged with various offences. They included a 16-year-old

boy from Lake Munmorah, a 20-year-old man from Blue Haven, a 17-year-old male from Summerland Point, a 24-year-old man from Lake Munmorah and a 22-year-old woman from The Entrance, along with the Kincumber man. All six drivers are due to appear before Wyong Local Court on January 11, 2021. Source: Media release, Nov 11 NSW Police

Four people charged in relation to train station graffiti Three men and one woman have been charged following investigations into acts of vandalism at train stations across the Sydney metropolitan area and Central Coast. In October officers attached to the North/Central Transport Action Group commenced an investigation under Strike Force McCarten into vandalism on the public transport network. Police will allege that the men graffitied trains and infrastructure at various railway stations including Point Clare, with the alleged cost of the damage approximately $74,000. Search warrants were executed at Tuggerah and Umina Beach on November 18, where items connected to the alleged offences were seized. Police also located a number of protected native reptiles (snakes and lizards) that were allegedly being kept without a valid license at the Tuggerah address. A 26-year-old man was arrested at Tuggerah and taken to Wyong Police Station where he was charged with various offences and granted conditional bail to appear before Downing Centre Local Court on December 9. An 18-year-old woman was arrested at Umina Beach and taken to Gosford Police Station

where she was charged with damaging/destroying property and hindering discovery of evidence. She was granted conditional bail to appear before Gosford Local Court on January 1, 2021. A 25-year-old man was arrested at Redfern and taken to Mascot Police Station where he was charged with one count of hindering discovery of evidence. He was granted conditional bail in Central Local Court on November 18 and will appear before Downing Centre Local Court on December 1. Another man, aged 20, was arrested at Newtown Police Station and charged with multiple offences. He was refused bail to appear before Newtown Local Court on November 19. North/Central Police Transport

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Should members of political parties stand for Council? Errol Grace (CCN, November 6) calls on members of political parties to be excluded from standing for local government office. His reasoning appears twofold. Firstly, he cites the State Government’s inadequate funding of Council amalgamation on the Central Coast, it seems because it was not a conservatively orientated council. Ironically, it might be logically argued that if there had been no party representation at all, there would have been no funding whatsoever! But more seriously, it is an argument against certain actions at State Government level rather than councillors having political attachments. Second is the writer’s apparent belief that any commitment to an overlying policy framework is antithetical to a council member representing his/her ward members and addressing their interests. This warrants further

FORUM consideration. Implicit in this view is that local government is different in kind to its state and federal counterparts. Yet each is charged with responsibilities at multiple levels, for the benefit of individual constituents and the collective community. Whether as a councillor, or state or federal parliamentarian, each must deal with the concerns of individuals in his/ her electorate, work in the wider context to promote or resist changes that affect the much broader community, and keep watch to ensure that administration is carried out responsibly. One would hope that each person’s decisions are made within a system of values, whether or not that system is shared with others in a political party, rather than by whim! The writer claims that 99% of his letters to councillors have not been answered. While this is a concern, I am

guessing that the figure 99 is being used loosely, so is not a true measure of response incidence. It is noted however, that there is no claim that the responses that have been received came from “independents” rather than political party members. Let us consider why we have political parties. If we were electing a streetcommittee we would each soon get a good idea of the values, vested interests, and other characteristics of our neighbours and hence whom to elect. With increasingly large geographical areas and communities, the difficulty of obtaining that first-hand knowledge grows. Perhaps we would look to vote for those of whom we had heard or read, and then hope they would act as we would like, once elected. But that would mean we would keep electing the same few people with little chance for new representation. Furthermore, celebrity does

not necessarily equate with community commitment. And even where candidates bombard us with election material, and we choose to study it (and I doubt many do) how confident are we of its veracity? I suggest that, when the material is from a major political party instead of an independent, it is likely to be more reliable because a party has more to lose if found to be making false claims. Furthermore, endorsement of a candidate by a major political party tells us quite a lot about that person—at a minimum whether they lean to the left, right or centre and also, that there is a credible group of people who have deemed them worthy of office. Local party members have a high level of first-hand knowledge of the alternatives when selecting candidates. They look to weed out any who are in it for essentially selfish reasons, or who are fronts for land-developers, or who lack understanding of the

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Please send Rangers out each afternoon to Gavenlock Oval and Paddy Clifton Oval in Narara. That way, irresponsible dog

owners who allow unleashed dogs to roam on ovals. despite several signs clearly stating the contrary, (could) be fined (not warned).

(This would) allow local residents to use the open spaces without being chased and or attacked. Last week on one day alone, there were eight unleashed dogs on Gavenlock Oval (in the)

late afternoon. A great revenue earner for Council in these difficult fiscal times. Email, Nov 23 Dave Lardner, Narara

Ongoing dilemma of a fitting Aussie flag The question of a proper Australian flag is a longstanding one (Send back the Union Jack, CCN 269). There have been flag competitions, but no design has ever emerged as a clear favourite. In the spirit of Paul Keating’s suggestion and given that Australia’s international colours are green and gold, I proposed that it should be a gold banana (republic) on a green(back) field, but this was not acceptable. However, the present flag is known worldwide as “UK by night” and is invariably

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See Page 2 for contribution conditions confused with the New Zealand flag, so something distinctive seems to be called for. The suggestion that the Union Flag should be replaced by the First Peoples flag in the upper

left canton would give proper recognition to the real founders of the country, but there appears to be some controversy over the ownership of this design, so this might present a problem. I wonder whether we could all agree that the Southern Cross should feature on any new flag: this would, at least, give every designer a starting point. Peter Fitzsimons has been keen to push the Eureka flag as emblematic of our first efforts at independence, but my view is that it is a rather pedestrian design and not consonant with the image we want to project

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today. The British had the advantage of having four different flags to combine into the present Union Flag, but the imagination boggles at the idea of combining our six state flags into anything but a dog’s breakfast, so that avenue doesn’t seem open to us. Perhaps, something in patchwork, representing our mongrel background, with a collage of coal lumps, barley stalks, cotton bolls and grape bunches, surmounted by a beer keg, would do the trick. Email, Nov 23 Bruce Hyland, Woy Woy.

embargo on political parties in local government representation? The result would not remove party involvement, rather it would become hidden. Either party members aspiring to local government office would stand without endorsement, or they would officially leave their parties to stand as so-called independents. Of course, this can happen now. Indeed, it might be better argued that each candidate must make overt any political party membership he/she has held in the last, say, 10 years, and if currently a member, he/ she must have party endorsement. Email, Nov 8 Sonnie Hopkins, Tascott

Thanks to bus driver and passengers I would like to thank the driver and a passenger on the route 40 bus who handed me my shopping bag with my groceries.

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responsibilities of office. Yes, sometimes a “bad apple” slips through, but he/she usually soon loses party support and endorsement. The writer complains that Council, because of political alignments, can become bogged down in arguments of principle. Well, thank goodness there are arguments of principle! What matters is that those debates are informed ones. Party members are likely to have access to a much greater stock of research and other information than unattached individuals, so better able to contribute to debate and bring about the best outcome. It follows that this is not a reason to exclude political party members. What if there were an

In a moment of forgetfulness I had left it on the bus. As a result I now keep my bag

FORUM firmly between my knees instead of beside me, so that I cannot possibly forget it. Email, Nov 24 Dave Horsfall, North Gosford

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Releasing the Kraken Kraken the Komodo dragon is a lapful for keeper, Jake Meney

There’s no doubt about it – Kraken the Komodo dragon is one big boy. The Australian Reptile Park’s largest lizard had his annual measuring and weigh-in on November 24, tipping the scales at 38 kilos and measuring 2.42 meters in length. Reptile Park staff said it was a cracking result for Kraken, who has grown 14cm in length and gained 2kg since last year’s check. No animal likes going to the

vet but weighing the world’s largest lizard species presents special challenges. The Park engaged the help of Somersby Animal Hospital to weigh Kraken on their giant scales and local vet, Dr Robin Crisman, was on hand to give him a look over and ensure he is in good health. Park visitors looked on in amazement as Kraken was loaded into the Park’s van for the drive to the vet. And employees at Somersby Animal Hospital had a very different morning in the office

– it’s not every day a Komodo dragon wanders into your workplace. Staff were on hand and ensured the animal hospital had no other animals around and stood on guard in the car park to ensure there were no walk-ins. Kraken then returned to the Reptile Park for measuring. Reptile keeper Jake Meney said unlike mammals, reptiles don’t actively show signs that they are unhealthy. “Yearly health checks are

critical for our Komodo dragons - as they are reptiles, they don’t actually need to eat that often, so it’s not like they just stop eating when they feel sick,” he said. “The best way of ensuring their good health is by weighing them and having Robin the vet complete annual look overs. “Kraken is my absolute favourite animal here at the Australian Reptile Park, but it’s not always an easy task getting him to the vet.” Park visitors can see Kraken the Komodo dragon in his

Indonesian temple-themed exhibit and as he enjoys his daily walks or meet him up close and personal in an exclusive animal encounter. The Komodo dragon is the world’s largest lizard, growing up to 3-4 metres in length and weighing over 100kg. Found on the Indonesian island of Komodo, there is a stable population of about 3,000 to 5,000 in the wild. The Komodo dragon is a monitor; but its forked tongue gives it a dragon-like appearance.

They are carnivorous predators but will eat just about anything. The status of the Komodo dragon in the wild is Vulnerable, which is the status level before endangered, on the IUCN red list. Their numbers are declining because of human encroachment, poaching, natural disasters and a shortage of egg laying females. Source: Media release, Nov 25 Australian Reptile Park

Woolworths supports OzHarvest Christmas Appeal Central Coast Woolworths shoppers are being asked to dig deep to help people in need this festive season, with the annual OzHarvest Christmas Appeal now in full swing. Research from Foodbank’s Hunger Report revealed a significant increase in the number of Australians seeking food relief and support as a result of COVID-19, with 3 in 10 Australians experiencing food insecurity for the first time. Meanwhile the number of Australians seeking food support at least once a week has doubled to 31 per cent when compared to 2019. This year marks Woolworths’

12th year of support for Australian food rescue organisation, OzHarvest, and the 6th annual OzHarvest Christmas Fundraising Appeal, with this year’s goal to raise $3M. This will provide six million meals to Aussies in need. Woolworths kickstarted the Appeal with a $500,000 donation. From now until December 24, customers at Woolworths Erina, Gosford and Lisarow who spend over $30 at the selfcheckout will have the option to make a donation by roundingup the cost of their shop to the nearest dollar. Customers can also choose to

make a 50 cent donation when they shop, with each donation helping to provide one nutritious meal to a person in need. OzHarvest State Manager NSW, Richard Watson said many would be going without a meal this Christmas. “We’re asking Woolworths customers to help provide vital food relief this holiday season and beyond,” he said. With the pandemic, devastating bushfires and drought affecting so many Australians in 2020, new research by Woolworths found that more than 40 percent of Aussies believe it is more important to give back this year than in 2019.

Woolworths Erina, Gosford and Lisarow Group Manager, Tim Burr said it was important to remember those who were doing it tough. “We’re always amazed by the generosity of our customers and we’re encouraging those who are in a position to help to donate and help make a real difference to those who need it most.” He said. Woolworths’ popular limitededition Santa Cookies are also back in store, with 50 cents from every packet sold going to OzHarvest. Source: Media release, Nov 20 Woolworths

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Laneway library With COVID-19 forcing Andy Kabanoff of North Avoca to abandon his two favourite pursuits of travel and local theatre this year, he decided he needed something else to occupy his time. The result is the Laneway Library, which now has pride of place in a public walkway near his home. “We have so many books,” he said. “When my wife Lyn and I downsized from the Blue Mountains to North Avoca a few years ago we were even forced to store some of them in the garage. “You get to the point where you know you won’t re-read books and I thought it was time to share some of them with

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other readers. “We recently visited our son and his partner in the inner west and saw three or four of these little libraries within a few blocks. “They seemed to be popular, so I thought why not try one here. “I’m no carpenter, but I used a couple of drawers I found on the side of the road and two pallets and managed to fashion our Laneway Library.” With some design input from his artist wife, Kabanoff used old paint to decorate the library and is hoping passers-by will take advantage of it. “The test will be if it gets any use,” he said. “People don’t have to trade books; they can just take any that interest them.

“But they are also welcome to leave any books in good condition they think someone else might enjoy.” Kabanoff said he would also place some jigsaws in the library. The Kabanoffs will also showcase some of their work in The Art of Making It Green exhibition, showing at Gosford Regional Gallery from Friday, November 27, until Wednesday, December 2. “We do it every year – it’s a collaboration of 14 artists from around Coast exhibiting in a variety of mediums including painting, photography and textile art,” Kabanoff, a talented photographer, said. The exhibition opens daily between 9.30am and 4pm. Terry Collins

Happy birthday Betty (the Queen can make time for you) One of Narara’s favourite residents, Betty Child, celebrated her 100th birthday with balloons, banners and bubbles on November 11. Ms Child is known to have always been an active member of the community, becoming the matriarch of the street she lives in and never missing a barbecue for a big occasion. Born in the United Kingdom in 1920, she has since lived a life of adventure, serving in World War II from 1939 driving

military vehicles for the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers in the British Armed Forces. After making the voyage to Australia in 1988, Ms Child involved herself in many community groups and spent time volunteering at Niagara Park Primary School. She also joined The Chat Group, which is a group of seniors who meet at the Community Centre at Niagara Park shops every week and occasionally go for lunch when

enough funds are raised. Sadly, there are only a few members left of this group, and Ms Child is unable to venture too far from home these days. But her entire neighbourhood family in Narara was excited to celebrate her with gifts, merlot and a few sneaky sambucas. Ms Child said she didn’t want a royal letter to mark the occasion as she said the Queen “has so much to do and so much on her plate”. Jacinta Counihan

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5:30 6:00 News Breakfast [s] 6:00 Sunrise [s] 9:00 The Morning Show (PG) [s] 9:00 9:00 ABC News Mornings [s] 10:00 Outback Ringer (PG) [s] 11:30 Seven Morning News [s] 11:30 10:30 Scottish Vets Down Under 12:00 Movie: “Heroes’ Mountain - The 12:00 Thredbo Story” (M l) (’02) Stars: 1:00 (PG) [s] 11:00 The Recording Studio (PG) [s] Craig McLachlan, Paul 3:00 12:00 ABC News At Noon [s] Featherstone, Anthony Hayes 4:00 1:00 Adam Hills: The Last Leg (PG) 2:00 Manhunt: Hollywood Murderer 5:00 6:00 2:00 Griff’s Great Kiwi Road Trip (M v,l) [s] 7:00 3:00 The Chase UK [s] 3:00 ABC News Afternoons [s] 7:30 4:10 Father Brown (PG) [s] 4:00 Seven News At 4 [s] 5:00 The Chase Australia [s] 5:00 Escape From The City [s] 6:00 Seven News [s] 6:00 The Drum [s] 7:00 ABC News [s] 7:00 Better Homes And Gardens 8:30 Movie: “Fantastic Beasts And 7:30 Gardening Australia [s] – Where To Find Them” (PG) Sophie Thomson profiles natural pest control and Costa (’16) – The adventures of writer Georgiadis shares watering Newt Scamander in New York’s 8:50 wisdom to give the perfect drop. secret community of witches Tino Carnevale visits a town of and wizards, seventy years before Harry Potter reads his topiaries. book in school. Stars: Eddie 11:15 8:30 Vera: Young Gods (PG) [s] 10:00 Mum: June (M l) [s] Redmayne 11:15 SAS Australia: Uncensored: 10:35 ABC Late News [s] Courage (M) [s] 10:50 Gruen (M) [s] 1:30 11:25 rage (MA15+) [s] 12:30 Home Shopping 6:00 6:00 Home Shopping 6:00 rage (PG) [s] 7:00 7:00 Weekend Sunrise [s] 7:00 Weekend Breakfast [s] 10:00 The Morning Show - Weekend 10:00 10:00 rage (PG) [s] 12:00 (PG) [s] 11:00 rage Guest Programmer (PG) 12:00 Surf Patrol [s] 12:00 ABC News At Noon [s] 12:30 12:30 Program To Be Advised 12:30 Pine Gap (M l,s) [s] 1:00 2:00 Movie: “Oh, Christmas Tree” 1:30 Program To Be Advised 1:30 (AKA ‘Fir Crazy’) (PG) (’13) 2:30 The Sound [s] 2:00 Stars: Sarah Lancaster 3:30 Searching For Superhuman: 4:00 Better Homes And Gardens Spark Of Life [s] 4:00 5:00 Seven News At 5 [s] 4:25 Landline Summer [s] 5:00 Basketball: WNBL: Adelaide v 5:30 Border Security - Australia’s 4:30 5:00 Front Line (PG) [s] Sydney *Live* From Cairns 5:30 Pop-Up Arena [s] – The WNBL 6:00 Seven News [s] 6:00 7:00 Movie: “Frozen” (G) (’13) – season has been condensed 7:00 Fearless Anna teams up with into thirteen rounds in six 7:30 Kristoff in an epic journey, weeks. The undefeated facing Everest-like conditions, in Adelaide Lightning return to a race to find Anna’s sister Elsa. 10:30 face the Sydney Uni Flames. Stars: Kristen Bell, Idina 7:00 ABC News [s] Menzel, Jonathan Groff 7:30 Victoria (PG) [s] 12:10 9:00 Movie: “Fantastic Beasts: 8:20 Shetland (M l,v) [s] Crimes Of Grindelwald” (PG) 9:20 Endeavour: Lazaretto (M v) [s] (’18) Stars: Johnny Depp 10:50 Poldark (PG) [s] 2:00 12:00 How To Get Away With 11:55 rage Guest Programmer 5:30 Murder M s) [s] (MA15+) [s] 6:00 6:00 Home Shopping 6:00 rage (PG) [s] 7:00 7:00 Weekend Sunrise [s] 7:00 Weekend Breakfast [s] 10:00 The Morning Show - Weekend 10:00 9:00 Insiders [s] 11:00 12:00 House Of Wellness [s] 10:00 Offsiders [s] 1:00 Surf Patrol [s] 10:30 The World This Week [s] 1:30 Movie: “Will You Merry Me?” 12:00 11:00 Compass [s] (PG) (’08) Stars: Wendie 11:30 Songs Of Praise [s] 1:00 Malick, Cynthia Stevenson 12:00 ABC News At Noon [s] 1:15 3:30 Border Security 12:30 Landline Summer [s] 1:45 International (PG) [s] 1:00 Back Roads [s] 4:00 Better Homes And Gardens 1:30 Gardening Australia [s] 5:00 Seven News At 5 [s] 4:00 2:30 The Mix [s] 5:00 5:30 Sydney Weekender (PG) [s] 3:00 Basketball: WNBL: Sydney 5:30 University v Townsville *Live* 6:00 Seven News [s] 6:00 From The Royal, Darlington [s] 7:00 Beat The Chasers (PG) [s] 8:40 Movie: “The Holiday” (PG) (’06) 7:00 5:00 Antiques Roadshow [s] 6:00 The Sound (PG) [s] – Two women troubled with guy 8:00 problems swap homes in each 7:00 ABC News Sunday [s] 9:00 other’s countries, where they 7:40 Restoration Australia: each meet a local guy and fall in Mittagong, NSW [s] love. Stars: Jude Law, Cameron 11:00 8:40 Program To Be Advised Diaz, Kate Winslet, Eli Wallach, 11:30 10:10 Total Control (MA15+) [s] Jack Black, Rufus Sewell 11:00 Killing Eve (MA15+) [s] 12:20 11:25 Autopsy USA: Mama Cass 11:45 No Offence (MA15+) [s] 1:10 12:35 Endeavour: Lazaretto (M v) [s] (MA15+) [s] 1:35 12:30 Home Shopping 2:05 rage (MA15+) [s]

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)

Today [s] Today Extra (PG) [s] NINE’s Morning News [s] Ellen (PG) [s] Desperate Housewives (PG) Tipping Point (PG) [s] NINE’s Afternoon News [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] NINE News [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] Diana: In Her Own Words (PG) [s] – In this feature documentary packed with incredible archive and revelation, we chart Diana’s royal journey through her own words. Movie: “Mary Queen Of Scots” (MA15+) (’18) Stars: Margot Robbie, Saorise Ronan, Jack Lowden, Angela Bain Movie: “The Game” (M v,s,l) (’97) Stars: Michael Douglas, Sean Penn, Deborah Kara Unger, James Rebhorn Home Shopping Easy Eats [s] Weekend Today [s] Today Extra - Saturday [s] Award Winning Tasmania: Targa (Part 2) [s] Rebound [s] The Healthy Cooks [s] Animal Embassy (PG) [s] The 54th Annual Country Music Awards [s] The Perfect Serve [s] The Garden Gurus [s] NINE News: First At Five [s] Getaway [s] NINE News Saturday [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] Good Onya Mate: Rural Aid Concert (PG) [s] Movie: “Red Dog - True Blue” (PG) (’16) Stars: Levi Miller, Jason Isaacs Movie: “Cadillac Man” (M l,v,s) (’90) Stars: Robin Williams, Fran Drescher, Tim Robbins Home Shopping Wesley Impact [s] Easy Eats [s] Weekend Today [s] Ultimate Rush [s] Karl Meltzer: Made To Be Broken (PG) [s] World’s Greatest Natural Wonders: Mountains [s] Garden Gurus Moments [s] Getaway [s] Movie: “Mermaids” (PG) (’90) Stars: Cher, Winona Ryder Wild Metropolis (PG) [s] NINE News: First At Five [s] Kalgoorlie Cops (PG) [s] NINE News Sunday [s] 60 Minutes (PG) [s] RBT: Country Pills/ Best Friends (PG) [s] Movie: “London Has Fallen” (M v,l) (’16) Stars: Alon Abutbul NINE News Late [s] Killer On The Line: Brian Cox (M v) [s] Grand Hotel (M v,s) [s] The Healthy Cooks [s] Home Shopping

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

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

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SBS (C30)

6:00 Headline News [s] 5:00 CGTN English News 5:15 NHK World English News 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 12:00 Dr Phil (PG) [s] 5:30 Worldwatch 1:00 The Living Room (PG) [s] 1:00 PBS Newshour 2:00 Entertainment Tonight [s] 2:00 The Point 3:00 NITV News: Nula 2:30 Three Veg And Meat [s] 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 3:30 Who Do You Think You Are?: 3:30 Left Off The Map [s] Rachel Griffiths (PG) 4:00 Farm To Fork [s] 4:30 Joanna Lumley’s Greek Odyssey (PG) 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 5:30 Letters And Numbers 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:00 Mastermind Australia 6:00 WIN News [s] 6:30 SBS World News 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 7:30 Scanning The Nile: Lost 7:30 The Living Room (PG) [s] Routes To The Pyramids (PG) 8:30 Have You Been Paying 8:30 The Wonderful World Of Attention? (M) [s] – Have Marty Chocolate (PG) Sheargold, Celia Pacquola, 9:20 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Melanie Bracewell, Sam Pang Countdown (M) and Ed Kavalee been paying 10:15 SBS World News Late attention? 10:45 Country Music: Hard Times 9:30 The Graham Norton Show (M) (1933 - 1945) (PG) 10:30 Just For Laughs Australia (M) 11:45 M - The City Hunts A 11:30 WIN’s All Australian News [s] Murderer (MA15+) (In German) 12:30 The Project (PG) [s] 2:40 Safe Harbour (M l) 1:30 The Late Show (PG) [s] (In English/ Arabic) 5:00 CGTN English News 6:00 Reel Action [s] 5:15 NHK World English News 6:30 Entertainment Tonight [s] 5:30 Worldwatch 7:00 Places We Go (PG) [s] 1:00 PBS Newshour 7:30 Which Car (PG) [s] 8:00 What’s Up Down Under (PG) 2:00 Figure Skating: ISU Grand Prix China 8:30 Buy To Build [s] 4:10 Gourmet Farmer 9:00 Healthy Homes Australia [s] 4:40 Coast New Zealand: 9:30 Studio 10 Saturday (PG) [s] Top Of The South (PG) 12:00 Jamie Oliver: The Naked Chef 5:35 Nazi Megastructures (PG) Bares All [s] 6:30 SBS World News 1:00 The Living Room (PG) [s] 7:30 Secrets Of Our Cities: 2:00 Taste Of Australia [s] Kalgoorlie Secrets Of Our Cities 2:30 Everyday Gourmet [s] (PG) 3:00 10 Travlr Northern Territory 8:30 Portillo’s Greatest Railway 3:30 Good Chef Bad Chef [s] Journeys: Railways And War 4:00 Left Off The Map [s] (PG) 4:30 Farm To Fork [s] 9:30 Movie: “Destroyer” (MA15+) 5:00 10 News First [s] (’18) Stars: Nicole Kidman, 6:00 Movie: “Madagascar: Escape 2 Toby Kebbell, Tatiana Maslany Africa” (PG) (’08) Stars: Ben 11:40 The New Pope (M l) Stiller, Chris Rock (In English/ Italian) 7:45 Movie: “Sister Act” (PG) (’92) Stars: Whoopi Goldberg 4:00 Full Frontal With Samantha 9:45 Movie: “Three Summers” (M l) Bee (M l,s) (’17) Stars: Robert Sheehan 4:25 Great British Railway 11:50 Blue Bloods: Disrupted (M) [s] Journeys (PG) 5:00 CGTN English News 6:00 Religious Programs [s] 5:15 NHK World English News 7:30 Fishing Australia [s] 8:00 Australia By Design: Interiors 5:30 Worldwatch 1:00 Speedweek 8:30 The Living Room [s] 3:00 How To Get Fit Fast (PG) 9:30 Studio 10 Sunday (PG) [s] 3:55 Travel Man: Seville/ Berlin 12:00 Destination Dessert [s] 12:30 Everyday Gourmet With 4:50 Coast New Zealand: Justine Schofield [s] Auckland (PG) [s] 1:00 Farm To Fork [s] 5:35 Nazi Megastructures (PG) 1:30 Jamie: Keep Cooking And 6:30 SBS World News Carry On [s] 7:35 QE2 - The World’s Most 2:00 Good Chef Bad Chef [s] Luxurious Hotel: A Very British 2:30 Left Off The Map [s] Hotel In Dubai (PG) 3:00 My Market Kitchen [s] 10:15 Marry Me, Marry My Family 3:30 Taste Of Australia [s] (M l) (In English/ Hindi/ Maori/ 4:00 All 4 Adventure [s] Urdu) 5:00 10 News First [s] 11:15 Civilisations: The Second 6:00 WIN News [s] Moment Of Creation (M l) 6:30 The Sunday Project (PG) [s] (In English/ Spanish) 7:30 The Graham Norton Show (M) 12:20 How Do We Look? (PG) 8:30 FBI: Most Wanted: 1:25 Paradise On Earth (PG) Execute (M) [s] 2:30 Inside Hitler’s Killing Machine 9:30 Blood And Treasure (M) [s] (M) (In English/ French) 11:20 The Sunday Project (PG) [s] 3:30 Great British Railway 12:20 NCIS: Flight Plan (M) [s] Journeys: Lydney To Newport 1:30 Home Shopping (PG)

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

PRIME (C61/60)

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Tuesday 1 December

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6:00 Sunrise [s] 6:00 News Breakfast [s] 9:00 The Morning Show (PG) [s] 9:00 ABC News Mornings [s] 11:30 Seven Morning News [s] 10:00 Grand Designs [s] 12:00 Movie: “March Sisters At 11:00 Gardening Australia [s] Christmas” (PG) (’12) Stars: 12:00 ABC News At Noon [s] Julie Berman, Justin Bruening 1:00 No More Boys And Girls: Can 2:00 The Secret Daughter: Stuck In Our Kids Go Gender Free? The Middle With You (PG) [s] (PG) [s] 2:00 Parliament Question Time [s] 3:00 The Chase UK [s] 4:00 Seven News At 4 [s] 3:10 ABC News Afternoons [s] 5:00 The Chase Australia [s] 4:10 Father Brown (PG) [s] 5:00 Escape From The City (PG) [s] 6:00 Seven News [s] 7:00 Border Security - Australia’s 6:00 The Drum [s] Front Line (PG) [s] 7:00 ABC News [s] 7:30 10 Years Younger In 10 Days 7:30 7.30 [s] (PG) [s] 8:00 Outback Ringer (PG) [s] 8:30 Wild Australia: After The Fires 8:30 Movie: “Spy” (MA15+) (’15) – A desk-bound CIA analyst 9:30 Searching For Superhuman: volunteers to go undercover to Immortality (PG) [s] infiltrate the world of a deadly 10:25 Insert Name Here: Rob (M l,s) arms dealer, and prevent 11:00 ABC Late News [s] diabolical global disaster. Stars: 11:30 A Berry Royal Christmas [s] Melissa McCarthy 12:30 No Offence (MA15+) [s] 1:20 Parliament Question Time [s] 11:00 Dumped (M l) [s] 12:00 Grey’s Anatomy (M s) [s] 2:20 rage (MA15+) [s] 1:00 Home Shopping 4:30 The Drum [s]

Wednesday 2 December

6:00 News Breakfast [s] 6:00 Sunrise [s] 9:00 ABC News Mornings [s] 9:00 The Morning Show (PG) [s] 10:00 Grand Designs [s] 11:30 Seven Morning News [s] 11:00 The Recording Studio (PG) [s] 12:00 Movie: “Secret Of The 12:00 ABC News At Noon [s] Nutcracker” (M h,v) (’07) – A 1:00 Gruen (PG) [s] 12-year-old has a magical 1:35 Squinters (M l,d,s) [s] journey to find her father in a 2:00 Parliament Question Time [s] World War II Prisoner Of War 3:10 ABC News Afternoons [s] camp on Christmas Eve. Stars: 4:10 Father Brown (PG) [s] Bill Baksa, Katherine Bennett, 5:00 Escape From The City (PG) [s] Graeme Black, Jemma 6:00 The Drum [s] Blackwell, Michele Bogdanow 7:00 ABC News [s] 2:00 The Secret Daughter: 7:30 7.30 [s] Flame Trees (PG) [s] 8:00 Australian Story [s] 3:00 The Chase UK (PG) [s] 8:30 In The Face Of Terror (M l,v) 4:00 Seven News At 4 [s] 9:15 Media Watch [s] 5:00 The Chase Australia [s] 9:35 Q&A: How Has 2020 Changed 6:00 Seven News [s] You? (PG) [s] 7:00 Home And Away (PG) [s] 10:40 ABC Late News [s] 8:30 Station 19: Stuck (M) [s] 11:15 Harrow: 9:30 Station 19: Invisible To Me (M) 10:30 Chicago Fire: Abo Imo Pectore (M v) [s] Where We End Up (M) [s] 12:05 No Offence (M l,s,v) [s] 12:55 Parliament Question Time [s] 11:30 Chicago Fire: Then Nick Porter Happened (M) [s] 1:55 rage (MA15+) [s] 12:30 Home Shopping 4:30 The Drum [s]

NINE (C81/80)

6:00 Sunrise [s] 6:00 News Breakfast [s] 9:00 The Morning Show (PG) [s] 9:00 ABC News Mornings [s] 11:30 Seven Morning News [s] 10:00 Q&A [s] 12:00 Movie: “A Star For Christmas” 11:00 Gardening Australia [s] (PG) (’12) Stars: Briana Evigan 12:00 ABC News At Noon [s] 12:30 National Press Club Address 2:00 The Secret Daughter: Where Do I Belong? (PG) [s] 1:40 Media Watch (PG) [s] 2:00 Parliament Question Time [s] 3:00 The Chase UK [s] 4:00 Seven News At 4 [s] 3:10 ABC News Afternoons [s] 5:00 The Chase Australia [s] 4:10 Father Brown (PG) [s] 5:00 Escape From The City (PG) [s] 6:00 Seven News [s] 7:00 Border Security - Australia’s 6:00 The Drum [s] Front Line (PG) [s] 7:00 ABC News [s] 7:30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly 7:30 7.30 [s] (PG) [s] 8:00 Hard Quiz (PG) [s] 8:30 AACTA’s Best Of The 8:30 Gruen (M) [s] Decade: Australia Decides [s] 9:05 Reputation Rehab (PG) [s] 9:35 Adam Hills: The Last Leg (M) 10:00 Movie: “Last Cab To Darwin” (M l) (’15) – When Rex, a 10:20 QI: Queens (PG) [s] Broken Hill cab driver, is told he 10:50 ABC Late News [s] doesn’t have long to live, he 11:20 Media Watch [s] sets out on an epic journey to 11:40 The Leunig Fragments (M l) Darwin in a bid to die on his 12:35 No Offence (M l,s) [s] own terms. Stars: Michael 1:25 Parliament Question Time [s] Caton, Ningali Lawford 2:25 rage (MA15+) [s] 12:30 Home Shopping 4:30 The Drum [s]

Thursday 3 December

Monday 30 November

ABC (C20/21)

6:00 Sunrise [s] 5:30 6:00 News Breakfast [s] 9:00 The Morning Show (PG) [s] 9:00 9:00 ABC News Mornings [s] 11:30 Seven Morning News [s] 11:30 10:00 Australian Story [s] 12:00 Movie: “Christmas Mix” (PG) 12:00 10:30 Landline Summer [s] (’14) Stars: Haylie Duff, 1:00 11:00 Gardening Australia [s] Maureen McCormick, Tilky 3:00 12:00 ABC News At Noon [s] Jones, Jim O’Heir 4:00 1:00 Hard Quiz (PG) [s] 2:00 The Secret Daughter: 5:00 1:30 Reputation Rehab [s] Lean On Me (PG) [s] 6:00 2:00 Parliament Question Time [s] 3:00 The Chase UK [s] 7:00 3:10 ABC News Afternoons [s] 4:00 Seven News At 4 [s] 7:30 4:10 Father Brown (PG) [s] 5:00 Escape From The City (PG) [s] 5:00 The Chase Australia [s] 6:00 Seven News [s] 6:00 The Drum [s] 7:00 Border Security - Australia’s 7:00 ABC News [s] Front Line (PG) [s] 7:30 7.30 [s] 7:30 Highway Patrol Special: 8:00 Scottish Vets Down Under Wayward Women (PG) [s] (PG) [s] 8:30 Griff’s Great Kiwi Road Trip: 8:30 The Front Bar - Cricket Show [s] Jump Off A Cliff [s] 8:30 9:30 The Amazing Race: 9:20 Death In Paradise: Beyond Give Me A Beard Bump (PG) [s] The Shining Sea (Part 2) (M) [s] 11:00 10:30 The Amazing Race: 10:20 Anh’s Brush With Fame: Deborah Hutton (M) [s] Are You A Rickshaw? (PG) [s] 11:30 12:25 10:50 ABC Late News [s] 11:30 Autopsy USA: 1:20 11:20 Louis Theroux’s Weird Chris Farley (MA15+) [s] 1:30 Weekends: Porn (M l) [s] 12:30 Home Shopping

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)

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SBS (C30)

Today [s] Today Extra [s] NINE’s Morning News [s] Ellen (PG) [s] Desperate Housewives (PG) Tipping Point [s] NINE’s Afternoon News [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] NINE News [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] Gold Coast Cops (M v,l) [s] Movie: “Raiders Of The Lost Ark” (M v) (’81) – In 1936, archaeologist and adventurer Indiana Jones is hired by the US government to find the Ark of the Covenant before Adolf Hitler’s Nazis can obtain its awesome powers. Stars: Harrison Ford, Karen Allen NINE News Late [s] Lethal Weapon: The Spy Who Loved Me (MA15+) [s] Tipping Point [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] Home Shopping

6:00 Headline News [s] 5:00 CGTN English News 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 5:15 NHK World English News 12:00 Dr Phil (PG) [s] 5:30 Worldwatch 1:00 The Graham Norton Show (M) 2:00 The Employables (PG) 2:00 Entertainment Tonight [s] 2:55 Perspective Shift: Daniel (PG) 2:30 Three Veg And Meat [s] 3:30 Alex Polizzi Chef For Hire 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 4:35 The Supervet (PG) 3:30 Left Off The Map [s] 5:30 Letters And Numbers 4:00 Farm To Fork [s] 6:00 Mastermind Australia 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful 6:30 SBS World News (PG) [s] 7:35 World’s Most Luxurious: 5:00 10 News First [s] Trains (PG) 6:00 WIN News [s] 8:30 24 Hours In Emergency: 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] You Before Me (M) 7:30 Bondi Rescue (PG) [s] 9:25 Life And Birth (M) 8:30 All Aussie Adventures (PG) 10:30 SBS World News Late [s] – Over 15 years since he last 11:00 DNA (M) (In Danish/ Polish/ set fire to a national park, English/ French) Russell Coight is back! 11:50 Outlander: The Battle Joined/ 9:30 Just For Laughs (M) [s] Surrender/ All Debts Paid 10:30 Kinne Tonight (M l,s) [s] (MA15+) 11:00 WIN’s All Australian News [s] 2:55 Great British Railway 12:00 The Project (PG) [s] Journeys: 1:00 The Late Show With Stephen Port Talbot To Milford Haven 4:30 Full Frontal With Samantha Colbert (PG) [s] Bee (M) 2:00 Home Shopping

Today [s] Today Extra [s] NINE’s Morning News [s] Ellen (PG) [s] Desperate Housewives (PG) Tipping Point (PG) [s] NINE’s Afternoon News [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] NINE News [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] Driving Test: Charlie (PG) [s] Driving Test: The Twins (PG) Kath & Kim: The Announcement (PG) [s] – Brett has changed the locks to keep Kim out of the marital unit. They reconcile on New Year’s Eve. Kath & Kim: Inside Out (PG) Hamish & Andy’s Euro Gap Year (PG) [s] NINE News Late [s] The First 48: Calling For A Killer/ Boiling Point (M v) [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] Home Shopping

6:00 Headline News [s] 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 12:00 Dr Phil (PG) [s] 1:00 Program To Be Advised 2:00 Entertainment Tonight [s] 2:30 Three Veg And Meat [s] 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 3:30 Left Off The Map [s] 4:00 Farm To Fork [s] 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:00 WIN News [s] 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 7:30 Ambulance Australia (M) [s] 8:30 NCIS: Everything Starts Somewhere (M v) [s] 9:30 NCIS: Los Angeles: Angry Karen (M v) [s] 10:30 NCIS: Sound Off (M v) [s] 11:30 WIN’s All Australian News [s] 12:30 The Project (PG) [s] 1:30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert (PG) [s] 2:00 Home Shopping 4:30 CBS This Morning [s]

Today [s] Today Extra [s] NINE’s Morning News [s] Ellen (PG) [s] Desperate Housewives (PG) Tipping Point (PG) [s] NINE’s Afternoon News [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] NINE News [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] Paramedics (M) [s] – Can Ray save the life of a farmer with a dangerously blocked heart? Cam earns the trust of a toddler in trouble. Kings Cross ER (M) [s] Chicago Med: Who Knows What Tomorrow Brings (MA15+) [s] NINE News Late [s] Law & Order: Criminal Intent: Tomorrow (M v) [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] Garden Gurus Moments [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] Home Shopping

6:00 Headline News [s] 5:00 CGTN English News 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 5:15 NHK World English News 12:00 Dr Phil (PG) [s] 5:30 Worldwatch 1:00 Jamie’s Easy Meals For Every 1:00 PBS Newshour Day [s] 2:00 The Employables (PG) 2:00 Entertainment Tonight [s] 2:55 Perspective Shift: Jana (PG) 2:30 Three Veg And Meat [s] 3:35 Little Bang’s New Eye (PG) (In 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] English/ Vietnamese) 3:30 Left Off The Map [s] 3:50 Breaking The Biz (PG) 4:00 Farm To Fork [s] 4:30 Shaun Micallef’s Stairway To 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful Heaven: Faith Healing (PG) (PG) [s] 5:30 Letters And Numbers 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:00 Mastermind Australia 6:00 WIN News [s] 6:30 SBS World News 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 7:35 World’s Most Luxurious (PG) 7:30 Jamie’s Easy Meals For Every 8:30 Inside Cadbury - Chocolate Day [s] Secrets Unwrapped 8:30 Bull: Prison Break (PG) [s] – 9:30 The Sister (M) Bull assists Chunk as he 10:30 SBS World News Late represents a convict from his 11:00 24 Hours In Emergency: law school’s legal aid clinic. Lost For Words (M) 9:30 Bull: Imminent Danger (PG) [s] 11:55 Movie: “Dr Knock” (M l,n,v) (’17) Stars: Omar Sy (In French) 10:30 The Masked Singer USA (PG) 1:55 Vikings (MA15+) 11:30 The Project (PG) [s] 3:40 Great British Railway 12:30 The Late Show (PG) [s] Journeys (PG) 1:30 Home Shopping

6:00 Headline News [s] Today [s] 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] Today Extra [s] 12:00 Dr Phil (PG) [s] NINE’s Morning News [s] 1:00 Jamie’s Easy Meals For Every Ellen (PG) [s] Day [s] Desperate Housewives (PG) 2:00 Entertainment Tonight [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] 2:30 Three Veg And Meat [s] NINE’s Afternoon News [s] 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] 3:30 Left Off The Map [s] NINE News [s] 4:00 Farm To Fork [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] Great Getaways (PG) [s] – This 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] week on Great Getaways we are off on an Aussie Adventure. 5:00 10 News First [s] We’ll be swimming with tuna in 6:00 WIN News [s] 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] SA, horse-riding in the NSW Snowy Mountains, taking a croc 7:30 Jamie’s Easy Meals For Every Day [s] safari in the Top End plus an 8:30 Law & Order: SVU: Solving For overnight walk on Tassie’s The Unknown (M) [s] Bruny Island. 9:30 Law & Order: SVU: At Midnight Race Across The World In Manhattan (M) [s] (PG) [s] 10:30 This Is Us: Changes (PG) [s] NINE News Late [s] World’s Wildest Flights (M) [s] 11:30 WIN’s All Australian News [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] 12:30 The Project (PG) [s] 9Honey - Every Day Kitchen 1:30 The Late Show (PG) [s] Home Shopping 2:30 Home Shopping

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PBS Newshour The Interviewer (PG) Kill Off (PG) Be My Brother (PG) Frances And Annie (PG) I Am Black And Beautiful (PG) Beautiful (PG) Can You See Me? (PG) We Are One (PG) Gambling With Minds (PG) Gratus (PG) I Am Emanuel (PG) One Giant Leap (PG) Inclusion Makes The World More Vibrant (PG) Focus On Ability Film Festival 2020 (PG) Letters And Numbers Mastermind Australia SBS World News World’s Most Luxurious: Hotels (PG) Empire With Michael Portillo (PG) Fargo: Storia Americana (MA15+) (In English/ Italian)

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DOWN IN THE GARDEN: HOW COMPANION PLANTING WORKS Ants Pest control plants are tansy, pennyroyal and spearmint. Aphids Marigolds, chives, garlic, onion, wormwood, coriander, rhubarb and elder repel these. Cabbage Moth Tomato and peppermint confuse and repel cabbage moths. Other moths can be deterred with rosemary and santolina. Nematodes Mustard, marigolds and lavender send nematodes on their way. Stink Bugs

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‘Polyculture’ is the practice of planting combinations of plants for stronger, healthier growth and greater yields in productive agriculture. When we think of companion planting, often it is considered as simply a form of controlling pests by adding plants to our gardens that certain insects don’t like. This is a part of the equation. Companion planting however, not only controls pests, it will inhibit the growth of unwanted weeds and improve the fertility of the soil. Let’s look at the various benefits of companion planting for pest control, soil health and thriving plants in your garden. PEST CONTROL

Artichoke and radish are very disliked by these bugs. Slugs and Snails Rosemary, wormwood and mullein all deters them while mulches of these and oak leaf mulch are also effective. Birds eat snails and slugs so plant bird attracting plants like buddleia, banksia and grevillea will bring them into your garden for some extra protein. Thrips Alyssum, chamomile, pennyroyal, thyme and basil will control thrips. Sunflowers, dill, coriander, tansy, yarrow, alfalfa also attract thrip predators. Whitefly Feverfew, garlic, marigolds, nasturtiums and basil can control whitefly. INSECT INVITATIONS

These are a few pests you might encounter in your garden and some of the plants that can either confuse or repel them along with tips for attracting their predators. Bugs in General A border of chamomile, a hedge of feverfew or plantings of millet will deter most insect pests. We cannot forget pyrethrum as it is a very strong pest deterrent. Another clever way to combat insect invasions is to try planting more native shrubs as these will attract native birds that will in turn eat the bugs.

Inviting what may seem like pests into the garden can sound strange but in fact there are many beneficial bugs that can help you grow a great garden. Lay down the green carpet welcome by planting lots of flowers to attract pollinators to help fertilise your plants. Consider letting some herbs and greens go to flower as well as planting specific flowers such as dahlias, forget-me-nots, sunflowers, roses or daisies. There are also flowers that naturally attract insects that are predators of destructive garden

THERE’S NO SUBSTITUTE FOR GOOD NEIGHBOURS

Beans, Runner (Phaseolus coccineus): This type of bean loves growing alongside carrots and cauliflowers and does well with spinach, radish and corn. Broccoli (Brassica oleracea): this vegetable loves growing with rosemary, leeks, celery and sage. Celery (Apium graveolens): leeks, tomatoes and especially bush bean varieties work very well together with celery in the garden. Citrus (Citrus spp.): sweet pea grown alongside citrus of all types will help fix the nitrogen in the soil and to deter woodborers plant catnip and lavender beneath your citrus. Cucumber (Cucumis sativus): To encourage stronger growth, try planting peas and beans and you will find that lettuce makes a healthy garden bed companion as well. The dreaded cucumber beetle can be deterred with radish that has been allowed to go to seed. Lettuce (Lactuca sativa): To improve the flavour of your lettuce, try planting between rows with beetroot or strawberries. Mulberry (Morus alba): To ensure a bumper crop of mulberries, plant grapes and chokos nearby – you can grow either through the branches as well.

Some plants do better in the company of friends. These botanical mates offer nurturing through their ability to share nutrients with others; by attracting insect predators, usually through aroma or taste, and by adding something to their neighbours in the way of additional flavours or boosting their growth rate. Here are a few combinations for you to try that should improve your garden. Artichoke, Jerusalem (Helianthus tuberosus): they love being with tansy and corn and will deter insects from your citrus trees if used as their underplanting. Asparagus (Asparagus officinalis): brilliant bedfellows are tomatoes and asparagus as they naturally stimulate healthy, strong growth in each other. Parsley, capsicum and lettuce all do well with asparagus too. Bay Tree (Laurus nobilis): one of the great pest and disease deterrents for all other plants and should be found at least once in every garden. Beans, Broad (Vicia faba): lettuce, corn, violets, potatoes are all good neighbours.

pests. Ladybirds are going to take care of the mites, scale, whiteflies and aphids for you and they really enjoy dill and coriander. Lacewings will make a meal out of aphids and they also enjoy tansy, angelica and dandelions. HEALTHY SOIL AND HAPPIER GARDENS To fix nitrogen to the soil for plants that require it, try planting sweet pea, alfalfa, nettle, soybean and clover as companions. For soil low in magnesium plant in peppermint and parsley and let those dandelions roam free. If your root crops are not much chop, try planting in garlic, sorrel, calendula, nettle amongst them as these all add phosphorus which could be your problem. To ensure tasty fruits and vegetables, you need potassium in your soil to improve the uptake of nitrogen so get in some evening primrose, sunflowers, watercress, tansy and borage. Control weeds by planting comfrey. This acts as a living thick mulch and can be slashed down and added to your compost for a rich boost in nutrients. Create well-planted boarders to stop grasses invading your garden beds and use these areas to add pest deterring plants such as pyrethrum and daisies. Living mulches are simply plants that grow to cover the soil to trap in the nutrients and deter weeds so consider comfrey and other herbs that have the qualities your particular garden requires.

Olive (Olea europaea): Rosemary, lavender and tansy all make a good underplanting for this tree as they repeal many pests that are attracted to it. Wattle is a brilliant native companion and almond and walnut also help create a beneficial growing environment. Onion (Allium cepa): Onions do well with lettuce, cabbages and carrots and you will find that chamomile is also happy growing aside onions. Passionfruit (Passiflora spp.): Lemongrass and lemon balm are both good pest deflectors and marjoram is an extremely beneficial nutrient provider. Pumpkin (Cucurbita spp.): They grow well around citrus, beans and corn while dill and oregano are good pest controllers. Rose (Rosa spp.): There is belief that growing alliums such as chives, onions and garlic with roses will improve the perfume of the rose. Chamomile helps prevent the development of black spot and parsley will deter pests. Strawberry (Fragaria x ananassa): Borage improves the sweetness of strawberries while marigolds deter pests. Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus): These big beautiful blossoms will lure aphids away from the rest of your garden without much harm to

MY FAVOURITE COMPANIONS There are many great companions in the plant world – I have set out some in the adjacent box. If I had to share with you my favourite companion plants, I could not go past marjoram for its ability to boost the flavour of nearly all surrounding crops while providing nutritional assistance to the environment it finds itself in and this is turn produces very healthy plants. My other favourite is comfrey for its ability to become a living mulch that deters pests and weeds, provides temperate regulation and water retention and it also creates an amazing liquid fertiliser. UPCOMING GARDEN EVENTS Herbal Tea Workshop: Includes plants and tuition on growing and making your own herbal teas. Coachwood Nursery Somersby. 4pm to 6pm 28th November. $49 Bookings: 0491147448 Christmas Twilight Shopping from 5pm Thursday 5th November Burbank House and Garden, 443 The Entrance Road, Erina Heights. Garlic Plait and Wreath Workshop: Create these beautiful festive gifts for the foodie in your life. Bumble Hill Shed Shop, Kulnura. 11am, 5th December. Bookings: 04256834459 Cheralyn Darcey is a gardening author, community garden coordinator and along with Pete Little, hosts ‘The Gardening Gang’ 8 - 9am every Saturday on Coast FM. Send your gardening questions, events and news to: gardeningcentralcoast@gmail.com themselves and are massive pollinator attractors as well. There are also some plants that do not make good bedfellows. Some emit substances that harm certain neighbouring plants, many attract plant predators that are unwanted, while others deplete available resources that more fragile plants can’t compete with. Tomato, for instance, do not do well with fennel, potatoes or kohlrabi and strawberries find it difficult to grow around collards. Don’t ever plant Gladiolus in with your vegetables as they are nutrient thieves and your crops will be stunted in growth. Sunflowers and potatoes or beans will starve each other out. Alliums are your onions, garlics, leeks and chives and they do not make good neighbours with beans, peas or asparagus. Beetroot and amaranth don’t seem to mix with each other, potatoes and artichokes are not friends at all and all of the brassica family (such as:broccoli,Asian greens,cabbages,cauliflower) should never be grown near the nightshade family (such as: tomatoes, potatoes, eggplant, capsicum) or strawberries and rue.

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The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue Author: V.E. Schwab Publisher: Titan Books

I was drawn to this book because I read that it was “in the vein of The Time Traveler’s Wife”, which I read years ago and loved. One of those books that I couldn’t put down, couldn’t wait until the day was over and I could escape. I was hoping for the same experience … Adeline lives in a small town in France in the late 1600’s. Her life is pretty much mapped out, she will get married, have children, raise children, die and never leave her town. Just like the rest of the women from Villon – all except Estele. Adeline’s father thinks Estele is mad. Adeline’s mother thinks she will

go to hell. Estele doesn’t go to church and pray to the new God with the other people in town. Estele worships the old gods. Adeline gets a taste of the bigger world when in 1698, at seven, her father, a wood worker, takes her on a trip to Le Mans to sell his wares. To Adeline it seems to be “a hundred times the size of Villon”. She has never seen so many people. Her father will take her on this trip each year until, at age 12, Adeline’s mother doesn’t think it fitting. A despondent Adeline runs to Estele for comfort. Estele tells Adeline to pray to the gods but there are rules, “You must humble yourself before them. You must offer them a gift. Something precious to you. And you must be careful what you ask for … and no matter how desperate or dire, never pray to the gods after dark.” The years go by, “Blink – and a year is gone. Blink – and five more follow.” Adeline is 23 now and too old to marry but there is Roger, recently

widowed father with three small children. Someone needs to help him. Adeline’s mother says it is her duty to marry Roger. In desperation she flees and prays to the gods, in desperation she prays after dark. In desperation she isn’t careful with what she wishes, “I want a chance to live. I want to be free. I want more time.” The darkness grants Adeline her

wish for the price of her soul. Adeline is now Addie. She travels through the years free … 300 hundred years. She is so free that no one remembers her. She forms no attachments – everything she owns is eventually lost or broken. The book jumps through the centuries, and countries as Addie survives. She is visited by the Darkness (complete with hypnotic green eyes) each year to see if she is ready to give up her soul yet. But each year she declines. No one remembers Addie except in 2014 when she meets Henry, a book seller. For some reason he remembers her and the two form a relationship. But why does Henry remember Addie when no one else, in the past 300 years has? I was hooked at the beginning but then got a little bored in the middle as the pace seemed to slow down and the story got a little redundant. Luckily it picked up again with

the introduction of Henry and his back story. I had wondered why Addie would struggle through centuries, and she really did struggle, without giving up. Seems she has unlimited patience – for a forgettable character, she really was quite a delightfully unforgettable character! And while it wasn’t The Time Traveler’s Wife, I was not disappointed. Kim Reardon The Reluctant Book Critic

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The Makers Studio Exhibition: Creation in Isolation, The Entrance Gallery, 28/11 - 11/12-

The Art of Making it Green: An Exhibition, The Community Gallery East Gosford, 27/11 - 2/12, 9:30am - 4pm MONDAY, NOV 30

Sir Peter Cosgrove in conversation with Richard Glover, Register at Eventbrite, Free, 7pm

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Sale of Ceramics Christmas 2020, The Community Gallery, East Gosford, 4/12 - 13/12, 9:30am - 4pm

SATURDAY, DEC 5

Rotary Club: Christmas Tree Sales, Terrigal Rotary Park, 7am - 1pm Gosford Waterfront Carnival, Gosford Waterfront, 5/12 - 27/01, 1pm - 12am

Exhibition by four leading SATURDAY, NOV 28 Library online: InWebinar: the future of surf photographers: It conversation with Jess Hill, smart working, Seems To Come In Waves, Naughty Noodle Fun Haus: Central Coast NewspaRegister at Eventbrite, Gosford Regional Gallery, SUNDAY, DEC 6 Great Southern Nights Free, 6:30pm pers, 2pm 5/12 - 31/01, Babylon Ettalong, 4325 7369 Sporties Markets Norah 9:30am - 4:30pm Ticketed, 8pm FRIDAY, DEC 4 Head, Library online: General

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Family Fun Fair, Terrigal Memorial Foreshore, 26/12 - 17/01, 10am - 6pm

Central Coast Christmas Fair, Mt Penang Parklands, SATURDAY, DEC 12 9am - 2pm TUESDAY, DEC 8

Wyee Markets, Wyee Community Hall, 8:30am - 1pm

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Business & Property Eclectic surf vibe at Avoca Eclectic Surf Feel is the vibe Avoca’s newest live music venue, Shady Palms, is going for. Opening its doors on November 20, the four-area bar and restaurant on the corner of Avoca Dr and the Scenic Hwy, is located on the former Rojo Rocket site owned by Ken West. Co-owners Isaac Adele, Steve Sewell, Justin Hyland and Heather Bergan, also own Mumbo Jumbo’s Beachhouse at Terrigal. Adele said Shady Palms is not a replacement of Mumbo’s, but an addition. “Mumbo’s is not closing down,” Adele said. “We wanted to buy the Shady Palms space since last year, but it did not happen, and then COVID hit, and we said we would still buy it. “Everyone thought we were crazy. “COVID was the only time for

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us when we had enough time and energy to pump the time and love into created something new.” The design of the bar and restaurant has an old surf shack feel, with all of the timber in the venue made out of recycled jetties from Brisbane Water. “It is an old surf shack with old surf vibes; we have got a surfboard garden with old boards,” Adele said. “The main house is called the Green Room, which is the surfing term for being in a barrel. “It is all natural, meaning we have kept all the established palms trees and banana palms you cannot buy as they have grown there over the last 30 years - that is what attracted us to the property.” Adele said the food offered is modern Australian with a focus on local seafood. “It is ‘beach bar dining’ so you can choose to eat from the

woodfire pizza kitchen or our casual dining room,” he said. “The front deck is called Shady Shack and is a wine and oyster bar.” Adele said they also will be hosting live music sessions. “We are going to have Shady Sundays presented by Return to Rio, who run a festival on the Hawkesbury river each year, and it is aimed at the 25-30 and above music genre,” he said. Adele said Mumbo Jumbo’s Beachhouse had bounced back stronger than ever after COVID, which is one of the reasons why they were excited to open Shady Palms. “There is never going to be another quiet time like this where you are going to be able to focus all your effort and time on something,” he said. “When COVID goes away, you will have something set up, and everyone is going to support you.”

Further easing of restrictions for Christmas Business NSW Central Coast has welcomed a relaxing of restrictions announced recently by Premier Gladys Berejiklian, saying the move will bode well for the region’s businesses as Christmas approaches. From 1 December, hotels and restaurants will be allowed one person per two square metres and 50 people will be able to visit a home. There will be no cap on the number of people allowed in small hospitality venues (up to 200 square metres), so long as

they keep to the one person per two square metre rule, and up to 50 people will be allowed to gather in an outdoor space. “Importantly, the Government has also repealed the Public Health order requiring employers to allow employees to work from home where it is reasonably practicable to do so,” Regional Director, Paula Martin, said. “This has been the cause of great frustration from businesses of all sizes across the Central Coast. “Business NSW has continually advocated to the Government for this regulation

to change and I’m delighted that business can now properly plan and execute an integrated return to the office program for their employees, while ensuring a safe and compliant working environment. “Changes to the number of people allowed in restaurants, cafes and hotels is also a great boost exactly one month before Christmas – hopefully it means greater trading opportunities, extended hours and more jobs. “Any breach, no matter how small, deserves to be penalised as we cannot afford to get complacent, especially as we head into the peak period for

the hospitality industry. “These regulations were brought in to protect the community from the spread of COVID-19 and their relaxation reflects the way the NSW community has dealt with and responded to the health crisis. Martin said the re-opening of the Queensland border to all NSW residents from December 1 was also great news for Central Coast business owners. “It’s been a cause of great frustration that people have not been able to plan their Christmas holidays or know when they will see relatives again,” she said.

“It’s been especially difficult for business owners to plan ahead for what is traditionally their peak period, and as a result, they’ve been unable to hire additional staff and extend working hours. “We need to remain vigilant in dealing with COVID-19 and ensure appropriate tracing measures are in place at hospitality venues, but with a month to go before Christmas, businesses can now see the light at the end of the tunnel.” Source: Media releases, Nov 24 and 25 Business NSW Central Coast

Webinar on smart working Central Coast Newspapers will host a webinar about the future of smart working on November 30. Member for Gosford, Liesl Tesch, will present her recent Working from Home survey. Other speakers will include Damien Wilde from Nexus Smart Hub, Mel Archer from The Foundry, a state

representative, and CCN journalist, Maisy Rae. People who are interested in attending the webinar, which will take place at 2pm, can contact the CCN office for an invite. The idea of the webinar is to research and write a series of local stories about working closer to home and how that affects Central Coast

commuters and their families. These stories will be published over the summer. The questions being discussed include the future of Smart Working Hubs, the effects of working from home and what government initiatives exist to encourage Smart Work. Central Coast Newspapers

The effects of working from home will be one of the discussion points

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Meet the Makers Four Central Coast businesses have come together to create Meet the Makers, an experience with a focus on showcasing local artisans on the Central Coast.

Nadia O’Connell will welcome visitors to Firescreek Botanical Winery Photo: Chasing Brightness

The trail starts at Broken Bay Pearls and includes The Chocolate and Nougat Factory in Gosford, Firescreek Botanical Winery at Holgate, and Little Creek Cheese in Wyong. Executive Manager of Pearls Australia, Penny Arrow, said the company decided to collaborate with the other three makers to help share and display the local produce in the area. She said the trail had been a collaboration for over a year and had only come to fruition in recent months. “The basis of the trail is to have an immersive experience

in one or all four of the participating businesses,” she said. “People are invited to meet the makers behind the locally grown products that are handcrafted on the Central Coast. “We aim to showcase great produce and their makers to the local community, and each business offers the opportunity to learn more, and sample the produce along the way.” Owner of Firescreek Botanical Winery, Nadia O’Connell, said the trail was an important way for people to be involved within the community. “After getting to know other local producers over the last year we decided to make a mark for the Central Coast to showcase all the amazing artisans who produce here,”

O’Connell said. “People are becoming interested in where their produce comes from, the artisan skills behind the creation of produce and having a more immersive understanding of the day in the life of a primary producer.” Arrow said they had worked in conjunction with the Central Coast Council to welcome more local makers and creators to join the trail. “We want to shine a light on the innovative producers from the hinterland to the coast who want to share their story,” she said. Details and bookings are available at https://www. visitcentralcoast.com.au/ meet-the-makers-trail Hayley McMahon

Milestone passed for West Gosford social housing project A new development to provide 56 affordable units at West Gosford has reached an important construction milestone

with the pouring of the roof slab, known as the project’s “topping out”. The 56-unit development at

23-25 Young St is expected to be complete in mid-2021. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, said

the new homes are among 243 properties being delivered on the Central Coast by the NSW Government’s Social and Affordable Housing Fund (SAHF). “The Government is delivering more affordable homes that are close to job opportunities, transport and services,” Crouch said. “This six-storey development has also been a big win for the Central Coast economy, creating local jobs for tradies and construction workers, and helping revitalise the Gosford CBD and surrounds.”

Compass Housing is delivering the project as well as others at Gosford, Long Jetty and Toukley. Compass will manage the tenancies and provide access to tailored and wrap-around support services. Compass Housing Chief Corporate Services Officer Lyndall Robertshaw said Central Coast-based North Constructions was building the homes. “The SAHF program is about more than just building houses – it is about creating empowered tenants and

sustainable communities,” she said. Compass Housing’s partners in the development include Tetris Capital, Centuria Capital Limited, Shaddock Architects, Equity Development Management and Northrop Consulting Engineers. SAHF is a key initiative of Future Directions of Social Housing in NSW, delivering more and better social housing across NSW. Source: Media release, Nov 13 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

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Council meetings to alternate between Gosford and Wyong Many residents to the south of the region will be pleased to hear that Central Coast Council meetings are set to return to the Gosford chambers. Administrator, Dick Persson, has announced meetings will once more alternate between the Wyong and Gosford chambers, with the first Gosford meeting slated for November 30. Following months of council meetings being held online due to COVID-19 restrictions, limited seating will be available at the meetings to meet safe social distancing requirements and residents will need to preregister to attend on the day of the meeting. Ordinary meetings are

generally held fortnightly on Monday evenings, with Extraordinary Meeting convened from time to time and publicly notified. With the mayor and councillors currently suspended, the interim Administrator will make decisions on behalf of the community at council meetings. Agendas and minutes for meetings can be found on Council’s website. Meetings are also streamed live. The last meeting for the year will be held on December 14 at the Wyong chambers, with meetings resuming on January 25 at the Gosford chambers. Meetings begin at 6.30pm and are preceded by an Open Forum at 5.30pm where

speakers can talk on any Council-related matter and a Public Forum at 6pm, where speakers can talk on any item on that night’s agenda. Prospective speakers must register by 10am on the day of the meeting on Council’s website. The return of meetings to Gosford has been applauded by the Gosford Erina Business Chamber Board, which has made several representations to Council over the past seven months requesting a review of meeting operations after councillors voted earlier this year to “centralise” meetings at Wyong, citing ongoing safety concerns for councillors. “The recent decision made by Mr Persson, Interim

Administrator, to restore alternative meeting locations as of the November 30 is welcomed and appreciated by the Chamber Board and our members,” President Rod Dever said. “Gosford is the Regional Capital City of the Central Coast and whilst we recognise the importance of having the Northern Growth Corridor where some services are housed , existing southernbased operations should only be relocated where there is a clear benefit to the wider community and the action delivers greater efficiencies operationally and financially for the future.” Terry Collins

Coast Connect Central Coast Council’s weekly news and community information

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TAP INTO OUR WATER FUTURE

DUNNY DOS AND DON’TS!

As I head into week 4, work continues in unravelling the financial issues present here at Council. Varying options on a way forward are being put together for community consultation. I have initiated an open forum before every ordinary Council Meeting, commencing with Monday’s meeting, where members of the public will be able to address Council on any council related matter they wish. Whilst my number one priority is the financial crisis, I also want to understand more about this diverse region. I have commenced site visits with senior staff to get to know the coast better and gain an awareness of the major issues facing the community. Last week, I looked at proposed rezoning sites in Jilliby, familiarised myself with Warnervale Airport, whilst also visiting Woongarrah, Wadalba and The Central Coast Regional Sporting and Recreation Complex in Tuggerah. I can see that the region is dealing with some complex matters, many of which relate to its diverse landscape and population growth. I am looking forward to future site visits across the region.

Central Coast residents are being asked to help plan the region’s long-term water security and how water prices are charged.

A lot of people don’t know that we have more than 320 sewerage pumping stations and eight sewage treatment plants which treat over 80million litres of sewage on the Central Coast every day.

Dick Persson AM Administrator, Central Coast Council

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To find out when the next Council meeting is and to view it online go to centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/ meetings

Over the next few months, we will continue to progress two important projects: • •

the Integrated Water Resource Plan

our submission to the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART)

Our water supply system is the third largest in the state and presently serves a population of 340,000 people.

The Integrated Water Resource Plan is about securing our ongoing water supply for a growing population, regardless of whether we might be experiencing periods of intense rainfall or prolonged drought. In addition, every three to five years IPART also asks us to consult with the community about the way we deliver water and sewer to their homes and businesses, which services are most important to them and review the cost of delivering those services. Our submission will include this community feedback, and later next year, IPART will determine how our water services should be priced. By registering their interest, residents will have the opportunity to contribute to both projects by participating in public forums, online surveys and phone interviews.

Be part of planning our water future and receive regular updates by visiting yourvoiceourcoast.com

Development Applications and Consents Development Applications and Consents can be inspected at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au by searching ‘Development Applications’ or in person at Council offices in Gosford and Wyong 8.30am-5pm weekdays.

Under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2019, submissions on Development Applications are required to be published on our website. Submissions lodged using Council’s DA Submission Form or online portal will have personal contact details and signature redacted. All other submissions will be published in full. Your submission may also be reproduced in full in Council reports or in Court proceedings.

Recent malfunctions in some of the region’s vacuum sewer systems have highlighted the importance of remembering to only ever flush the ‘three Ps down your porcelain throne – poo, pee and paper. Everything else needs to go in the appropriate bin - this includes tissues, nappies, paper towels and wipes, even if they are labelled ‘flushable’.

These materials do not break down properly, and when mixed with other materials that shouldn’t be poured down our sinks like fats and oils, can cause ‘fatburgs’ creating blockages in our sewer systems. Blockages are not only unpleasant but can create overflows into our waterways and environment as well as within property boundaries, which can become very costly for homeowners.

Also, to avoid damaging sewer or water mains with digging equipment, remember ‘Dial before you Dig’. We have crews on standby to respond to reports 24/7 so we encourage our community to continue letting us know - day or night - about any sewer concerns on 1300 463 954

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34-unit block approved for Gosford A block of 34 units has been approved to replace two homes at 93-95 Henry Parry Dr, Gosford

These two homes will make way for 34 units in Henry Parry Dr, Gosford

The seven-storey unit block, which is more than 15 per cent above the building guidelines and doesn’t meet setback standards, has been approved by the Local Planning Panel. The proposal was deferred at the panel’s October 1 meeting and approved on November 11 after a supplementary report dealt with issues of concern to the panel. Approval includes increasing the size of the rooftop communal area and that

Council approach the Roads and Maritime Service to consider measures in Henry Parry Dr to provide for left in/ left out only for all traffic to/ from the site. Two homes will be demolished to make way for the almost $10M proposal of 13 onebedroom, 19 two-bedroom and 2 three- bedroom units. Parking for 41 cars will be located in three basement levels with access from Henry Parry Dr through separate entry and exit driveways. The panels said the proposal was in the public interest. Council staff said in their

report to the panel that the setback limits appeared minor in the context of the overall development bulk and scale. “It is worth mentioning that the development complies with most of the requirements for this challenging site,’’ the Council report says. “The building is stepped up the site following the contours. “This results in some parts of the building being below the height limit and some parts above the height limit.’’ The panel agreed that the written request demonstrated that compliance with the development standard was

unnecessary in the circumstances and there were sufficient environmental planning grounds to justify contravening the development standard. “Further, the panel considers that the proposed development will be in the public interest because it is consistent with the objectives of the height of buildings development standard and the objectives for development within Zone B4 Mixed Use in which the development is proposed to be carried out,” the minutes show. Merilyn Vale

LPP approves $3.25M Wamberal childcare centre A $3.25M childcare centre proposed for 2 High Valley Cl, Wamberal, has been approved by the Local Planning Panel. The decision is contingent on a boundary realignment to be completed and registered within two years or the approval lapses. The block is on the corner of The Entrance Rd (Central Coast Hwy). The applicant Thrum Architects Pty Limited on behalf of owner High Valley Holdings applied to build a single-storey

building to accommodate 103 children with outdoor play areas, on-site parking for 41 cars, security fencing and landscaping. The development would operate from 7am – 6pm, Monday to Friday with 22 staff on-site at any one time. The land has been remediated from contamination. Former uses including agriculture, underground petroleum storage systems used by a plant mechanic and NSW Transport use as a storage facility during the Central Coast

Highway upgrade. The report to the planning panel said an NSW EPA Accredited Contaminated Site Auditor had confirmed the site has been comprehensively assessed in relation to soil, groundwater and residual potential for vapour intrusion and concluded that the site is suitable for use as a childcare centre. The report said the centre would be a low impact community/educational facility visually compatible with the low-density residential development occurring in the

immediate locality and that it did not contain any remnant tree canopy or natural biodiversity values requiring retention. The proposal attracted 26 submissions with 19 objecting and seven in support. Central Coast Council recommended approval in its report to the independent planning panel. People using the centre and travelling from the west will turn left into High Valley Cl to drop off or pick up the children. Those who come from the

east would complete a U-turn at the roundabout intersection of the highway and Okanagan Cl before turning left into High Valley Cl. Accident data provided by the RMS for the period 01/04/2014 to 31/03/2019 showed 16 accidents within the vicinity of the subject site. The majority of the crashes were recorded at the roundabout of the Central Coast Hwy and Okanagan Cl as well as the Central Coast Hwy and Ocean View Dr. The application included a

statement from the director of a Terrigal childcare centre which indicated it has 726 children on its waiting list. The panel met last week and its decision was made public on Tuesday, November 17. It also approved a drug and rehabilitation Transitional Group Home for Women at 253 Yarramalong Road, Wyong Creek. Two development applications for a wedding venue at Wyong Creek were refused consent. Merilyn Vale

Green light for 18-lot Springfield subdivision An 18-lot subdivision at Springfield has been given the green light by Central Coast Council, with a Deferred Commencement consent giving applicant Malachite Holdings five years to begin work on the project. A Statement of Environmental Effects (SEE) lodged with the application, for 89 Springfield

Rd, says the lots will range in size from 550m2 to 1,234m2 and will be delivered in one stage. The subdivision will also include the construction of a minor local road, bulk earthworks/benching and retaining. Water, sewer, stormwater, power and telecommunication services will also be provided under the proposal.

The SEE says the site is zoned R2 Low Density Residential Zone and complies with all relevant provisions of Gosford Local Environmental Plan 2014. The proposed development site is located on the western side of Springfield Rd, south of Marana Rd and surrounded by residential houses on all sides. The eastern and northern boundaries of the site have

road frontage to Springfield Road and Marana Road respectively, but the SEE says access from these points is not possible due to an E2 zone across the site. To avoid impacting upon the E2 zone, access has been proposed from Yellow Box Ave, a short dead-end street. “The growth of Springfield is limited by the vegetated lands to the north,” the SEE says,

“For this reason, many established areas have been developed using cul-de-sac streets rather than a connecting grid pattern. “The subject site has followed this trend.” The SEE says only 1,8ha of the 4ha+ site will be developed because of the E2 zoned portion, which includes various watercourses.

Only four submissions were received opposing the proposal, three of them opposing access to proposed development from Yellow Box Ave due to increased traffic through narrow Woodview Rd. Source: Central Coast council DA tracker, Nov 23 DA55052/2018

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Huge Collective effort for Movember It was hard not to hear a joint sigh of relief at The Collective Gym in Erina on November 22, after members completed a gruelling 16-minute WOD (workout of the day) to raise money for Movember. The workout, organised by two of the four co-owners of The Collective, Troy and Kasey Paul, and gym member, Daniel Di Loreto, was held at the Erina Swim Centre and inspired by the Swim’n’Stuff workout from the 2020 CrossFit Games. Di Loreto said they raised a total of $1000 from the workout and sausage sizzle held after. “The day was absolutely amazing, and the event went off without a hitch, thanks to

the amazing group of participants and volunteers who gave up their Sunday,” Di Loreto said. “All of us at the gym love exercising, and we love supporting each other, so why not combine the two and raise some much-needed funds for a good cause. “Some of the boys in the gym formed a Movember group, and it was the perfect way to get behind them and help boost their amazing fundraising efforts.” The 16-minute workout was separated into four rounds, with all 24 contenders racing against the clock and each other. Each round consisted of 1012 (female/male) calories on

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more importantly raising more money for Movember. “Being part of a community and having events to look forward to is what we love to do, and that is something the Movemeber cause really supports,” he said. “If you surround yourself with like-minded people, then amazing things will happen.” The money went directly to the Movember team, The Slippery Coco Mo’s, who have already raised over $1800. “Honestly though, the boys just love the fact they have an excuse to grow a moustache for a month (or try to),” Di Loreto said. Jacinta Counihan

16 Days of activism against domestic violence begins Central Coast Council is urging residents to step up and speak out against domestic violence as it joins a 16-day global campaign to help end domestic violence in our community. The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence kicked off on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and runs until December 10, Human Rights Day. Council is running a series of educational campaigns and events throughout the 16 Days

of Activism (and beyond) to make it clear that violence against women is never acceptable. Council Director Connected Communities, Julie Vaughan, said domestic violence is a real and serious issue impacting the Central Coast. “Statistics show that the Central Coast had the secondhighest number of domestic violence Apprehended Violence Orders in NSW for the 12 months prior to June 2020,” Vaughan said. “We need powerful statements and actions if we are going to change the Coast’s

statistics and make our communities safe for women to lead the lives they and their children deserve. Campaigns and events being run and supported by Council throughout the 16 Days of Activism include a public exhibition using pop-up lightboxes at Erina Fair from November 23-December 2 and The Entrance foreshore from December 2-10. The lightboxes aim to shine a spotlight on the issue and help victims, their families and friends to identify the signs of abuse. Council will also support the

Central Coast Domestic Violence Committee in its walk against domestic violence. This year the event will be virtual, and residents are being asked to commit to doing their own walk during the 16 Days of Activism. On December 3, Council’s Library Service will host a special online discussion with investigative journalist Jess Hill about her critically acclaimed and award-winning book, See What You Made Me Do; Power, Control and Domestic Abuse. Bookings are essential for this free online event via www. centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/

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Easy gift idea: How to make rose petal vinegar accessible and better for our bodies and the environment. Roses & vinegar: allies in beauty

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k folks, there’s only five weeks left of the 2020 edition of my column and I thought I’d focus solely on festive season inspired recipes and simple homemade gift ideas. Stay tuned for my infamous wholefood tiramisu recipe, which features tonnes of nourishing egg yolks, in the spirit of nutrient dense traditional foods, which we’ve been discussing over the past few weeks.

Now, it’s this time of year when the frantic search for gifts coincides with my roses blooming in all their spectacular aromatic splendour. We have a garden littered with mature plants and such an abundance of flowers in late Spring, that I started experimenting with rose petal vinegar just to make use of them all. We simply don’t have enough rooms in the house – nor vases – to keep up at this time of year, although granted, I do try! I quickly discovered that rose petal vinegar is the perfect Christmas gift: ridiculously simple and quick to make (petals in vinegar, wait, strain, voila!), inexpensive if you have roses growing in your garden (essentially the cost of a pretty bottle) and something the recipient will genuinely appreciate and enjoy over the Summertime. At this time of year, with fresh salads stealing the lion’s share of the menu, having a few novelty dressing additions on hand, never goes astray. The wonderful thing about rose petal vinegar is that it doubles as an impressive beauty product. I’m a firm believer in natural, low-tox cosmetics, so many of my beauty supplies are sourced from the kitchen. Thanks to decades of misleading marketing, we tend to underestimate how powerful homemade products have the potential to be – not to mention the fact that they’re inexpensive, readily

As an ex-beauty therapist, I have a long-standing appreciation for roses. Their extensive list of active constituents and healing properties mean they have unparalleled scope when it comes to treating skin issues. You’ll see it recommended for dry skin, oily skin, inflamed skin, acne and rosacea-prone skin and mature, ageing skin, so there’s really no one it can’t help! Raw apple cider vinegar is a fantastic multi-purpose skin tonic as well. Being a living food, it’s teeming with probiotics (one of the latest beauty trends), enzymes and the holy grail of skincare, and alphahydroxy acids (AHA) - citric and malic acid, to be precise. And without wanting to sound like a skincare commercial, in my experience, 1. R emove the petals and place them on it: a plate. This helps the tiny rosedwelling insects to exit, stage left. • Balances pH and oil production hilst they’re on the move, select a • Wards off acne, due to its powerfully 2. W glass jar with an airtight lid. Sterilise antimicrobial properties it by filling it, slowly + carefully, with • Lightens pigmentation and brightens boiling water. Allow it to stand for 5 skin tone, thanks to the AHA component minutes, then drain and allow it to • Helps reduce the appearance of lines cool. Fill the jar half-way with raw and wrinkles, by exfoliating the skin apple cider vinegar. – without scrubbing 3. According to the herbalist who showed Making rose petal vinegar me how to make this, the pale yellow When it comes to selecting roses for edges of the petals which attach to this process, it’s extremely important the base of the flower can become that you only use organic, non-sprayed, bitter with time, so an optional step is preferably home-grown roses. Roses to remove them. One by one, tear this from a florist are not suitable for edge off the petals and place the consumption as they have been sprayed petals in the jar with the vinegar. with harmful pesticides. 4. U se a clean utensil to push the petals It’s best to opt for flowers with the most beneath the surface of the vinegar. vibrant colour and aroma as they will You can add more petals here if you help create a more impressive finished wish. There’s no rule to follow here, product. Dark red roses are, by far, the though – work with what you’ve got. best. The higher the ratio of petals to

vinegar, the more intense the resulting flavour and colour will be. Top with enough vinegar to reach the shoulder of the jar, leaving a space at the top. Attach the lid and allow it to sit in a warm spot for several days, until the colour has transferred from the petals to the vinegar. This will happen much faster in warm weather. 5. Strain out the petals and discard them. Then decant your vinegar into a suitable, sterilised glass bottle. Or if you’re happy with the current container, you can leave it, as is. If the vinegar is stored properly in a cool, dark cupboard, it should last several years. However, the flavour and colour will diminish with time. Rose petal vinegar as a skin tonic My favourite way to use rose petal vinegar topically is to keep it in a small glass spray bottle, spritzing it onto fingertips or a cotton pad and applying it to damp skin, post-cleanse and prior to moisturising. Be sure to avoid the eye area, completely. Be aware that the first few times you use it in this way, the fruit acids may sting a little. If you’re yet to experience a salon ‘peel’, this is a much milder version of what they offer. Applying it whilst the skin is still damp helps to slightly dilute the acidity. However, if you have very dry, inflamed or sensitive skin, you might like to start with a 2:1 ratio of vinegar and water. Well I hope you enjoy this recipe, folks! Stay tuned for more delicious entertaining and gift ideas over the coming weeks.

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The NSW Rural Fire Service Association (RFSA) has partnered with St John Ambulance NSW to offer mental health first aid courses to hundreds of NSW volunteer firefighters.

To date, 900 courses have been provided, with each course conducted by a certified trainer over a period of 4.5 hours, teaching how to provide initial support to those developing a mental illness or experiencing a mental health crisis. Secretary of Kariong RFS brigade Christine Tierney completed the course in October and said she had found it invaluable in helping to recognise if people are not in their normal state and might need advice on where to go for help. “I found the course extremely helpful,” Tierney said. “It really serves a dual

purpose; it helps us recognise possible triggers in ourselves and in others. “I have relatives suffering with PTSD and have also been in brigades where members have had issues after major fires and it helpful for me to be able to recognise that. “It also helped me figure out some of my own triggers and that will be useful not just in my volunteer work, but in everyday life.” Tierney, who is chiefly involved in communications and catering, said she was often involved in helping firefighters debrief when they returned from an incident. “We are not qualified to give mental health advice, but we are better equipped to start a conversation,” she said. “We can start with simply asking are you OK and if someone says they’re not we can now suggest where they can go to get professional help

– and even drive them there. “It is absolutely important to have ongoing support for the mental health of volunteers. “Mental health issues can emerge down the track, even 6-12 months after an incident.” RFSA President, Brian McDonough, said the mental health courses complemented the holistic support provided to member, including chaplaincy and welfare services. “For many volunteer firefighters and their families, living with the aftermath of the fires is a day-to day challenge,” McDonough said. “We know our members are prepared and skilled to deal with a bushfire crisis – now we want to equip them with the skills to help during a mental health crisis. These courses are not designed to be therapy or support group and absolutely do not replace the important

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role of mental health professionals. “Rather they are an educational course to learn how to give initial mental health first aid to others.” St John Ambulance NSW CEO, Sarah Lance, said the courses will help firefighters recognise and support colleagues, friends, and family who may be suffering with mental health issues. “Mental health first aid is just as important as physical first aid,” Lance said. “Throughout the bushfire season more than 500 St John Ambulance worked alongside firefighters in NSW, providing first aid and mental health support at evacuation centres and fire base stations. “We are proud to continue helping the firefighters who supported Australia through the devastating bushfires.” Christine Tierney

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Budget caters to students’ wellbeing The mental health of students on the Central Coast will benefit from a commitment in the State Budget, handed down on November 14, of $46.8M over the next four years to recruit 100 wellbeing health and in-reach nurses into schools across NSW. The expansion of the successful Wellbeing and Health In-Reach Nurse (WHIN)

program will see the highly skilled nurses embedded in more schools to ensure students can easily access health and social support when they need it. NSW Treasurer Dominic Perrottet said the new funding would mean thousands more students across the state would have access to a nurse at school. “NSW Health will fund these

positions, however the practitioners will work with the Department of Education, with data and evidence to be used to place the nurses in areas of most need,” Perrottet said. Beyond Blue CEO, Georgie Harman, said because of the stress of the year, children and young people and the adults in their lives need support now more than ever. “From the summer bushfires

to COVID-19 and the ongoing drought, this has been a challenging year for the people of NSW, and we know children and young people and the adults in their lives need support now more than ever,” Harman said. “This is an important investment and Beyond Blue looks forward to contributing to the thinking about how best to deploy the wellbeing nurses to

locations where they’re needed most and to ensure a joined-up approach.” According to research from the Black Dog Institute and the University of NSW, up to 75 per cent of young people aged between 12 and 18 say their mental health has worsened as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The initiative forms part of a $2.4B mental health package

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Students’ artwork up for auction A collection of masterpieces created by the students at Pretty Beach Public School are being auctioned off online as part of the school’s Biennial Art Show. Throughout 2020, the students created three individual artworks using a range of mediums, and each year class created one combined artwork. All artwork will be online to be bid on by families and the whole community until December 7. The money raised from the show will go towards funding the school’s art program and musical the following year. Accepted donated art from professional artists in the community has also been included in the auction which

Students with some of the art works

Art Show Coordinator, Michaela Bridgman, said will help to supplement the funds. “The art show is also an amazing opportunity for local artists to get involved by

donating artworks which are silently auctioned to help raise funds for our creative arts program in the following year’s musical,” Bridgeman said. “In the past, we have had

many local artists come into our school and work with students in their creations and art-making. “Due to COVID-19 this hasn’t happened; however, students

have still had an incredible time exploring a range of mediums and materials, making sculptures, painting using acrylics and watercolours, drawing, creating pottery and

many more artistic activities. “The art show has been running biennially for over 20 years, and I have been coordinating them for the past 10 years since I started working at Pretty Beach PS. “Students relish the opportunity to express themselves in creative ways at our school, art being just one of them, and by providing different art materials, they can explore and find a medium they really enjoy working with. “Holding a whole art show where we showcase the student’s body of artworks alongside professional artists, validates and recognises that their artworks are important expressions and messages to be valued and appreciated by all.” Jacinta Counihan

These kids will have their day out COVID-19 might have caused Central Coast Kids Day Out’s annual event to be cancelled for the first time in its 21 year history, but it hasn’t been able to stop the group’s special projects. Online interviews with those involved in early childhood education and care can be seen on the CCKDO website

and Facebook page, and now the group is excited to launch its Time Capsule project. “We are inviting families and the kids on the Central Coast to be part of a history making project – the Central Coast Kids Day Out Time Capsule,” spokesperson Fran Cummings said. “We are asking kids and families to tell their story, based

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on their experiences and told from their own perspective. “The COVID Pandemic has had a big impact on how we live our lives. “In the years to come, what we did at this time will become part of our families’ stories and traditions. “We are all making history. “Now is the time for families and kids of 2020 to make a record of it for families in 2070.”

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Member for Gosford, Liesl Tesch, praised the group for thinking of new and creative ways to spread awareness and provide some light-hearted fun. “COVID-19 has caused so many organisations to miss out on crucial annual funding events which they rely on to provide services for the community,” she said. “CCKDO is all about highlighting the importance and impact parenting has on

our children, promoting the uniqueness and importance of the kids on the Central Coast.” Tesch says it was great to see organisations such as CCKDO adapting. “This year has pushed us to modify our way of life and it is great to see organisations like CCKDO embracing the change in a COVID-safe and educational way,” she said. Terry Collins

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Cummings said all parents needed to do was encourage and help their children to write, type or draw the story of life in this time of pandemic for the kids of 2070. “Imagine – a history of a kid’s ‘new normal’, written by kids (and their families) for kids,” she said. For details and to submit a contribution visit www.cckdo. org. Contributions will be accepted until December 10.

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Principal, Bernard Cumming, invited the State Member for The Entrance, David Mehan, and Federal Member for Dobell, Emma McBride, to speak to senior students about how the country is run and who runs it. In other years, students have taken an excursion to Canberra, but COVID-19 restrictions made that impossible in 2020.

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Mehan said it was a great way for the kids to put a human face to something that may sometimes seem a bit remote. “Meeting people face-to-face is always a better way to ensure people have a more rounded idea about what is involved for a politician and what they do day to day,” Mehan said. “It has been refreshing for schools such as Our Lady of the Rosary to invite us to have a chat with the students. “They did their homework really well, and they wanted to know if there was a training program for people who

wanted to be politicians. “The questions the students put together were very thought through and I was impressed. “It is a nice way to break up the day for them and for me to get out of the office.” Activities on the day included debating a No Homework Bill and taking on the different roles of Parliament such as Speaker, Prime Minister, Opposition Leader, Education Minister and Shadow Education Minister. Mehan explained to the students about what the State Government is responsible for,

compared with local and federal governments. “It is important for our democracy and kids need to be exposed to the government in different ways because you can get a biased view if all you are doing is viewing it through the news,” he said. “I always try to give them a bit of history as well and give them a bit of context. “Australia is quite an old democracy compared to a lot of countries, so we need to appreciate that sometimes.” Jacinta Counihan

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NAISDA students give back to community

Some of the original artworks

An exhibition of 22 original artworks on calico by NAISDA Dance College students has raised over $1,400 to provide resources for the remote Aboriginal community of Nyinyikay in North East Arnhem Land. Hatching the idea themselves to donate the artworks and raise funds, the NAISDA students suggested they be placed on sale at the exhibition launch during NAIDOC week.

Each striking work expressed the student’s connection to place, lands, waters and each other and honoured this year’s NAIDOC theme Always Was, Always Will Be. The works on sale were eagerly snapped up within the week. Diploma student, Chandler Connell, explained the motivation behind the art sale. “It was about getting into the practice of giving back,” Connell said.

“Our Cultural Tutors travel from their homelands in North East Arnhem land to teach at NAISDA for our onsite Cultural Residency. “They give their time and knowledge and share Yolŋu culture with us. “We felt this would be a great opportunity to use our artworks to give something back to Community.” The artworks reflected the students’ connection to their own Country as well as the

Yolŋu kinship they are adopted into by NAISDA’s Cultural Tutors from Nyinyikay. “We can’t wait to have the conversation with the Elders and Community to let them know and have a yarn about how it’s going to help,” Connell said. The exhibition will be remounted as part of NAISDA’s onsite end of year celebration in early December in lieu of its annual Sydney Performance Season.

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It will also be translated into a virtual experience including interviews with NAISDA students, making it COVIDaccessible to wider audiences. NAISDA CEO, Kim Walker, reflected on the achievement. “This was totally the students’ brainchild,” Walker said. “Their efforts reflect the depth of connection our young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have with our Cultural Tutors, Elders and Communities across Australia.

“We are extremely proud. “The drive, strength of character and commitment displayed through initiatives such as this reveal these young people as our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders, mentors and innovators of tomorrow.”

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Tesch congratulates the Class of 2020 Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch has labelled the HSC class of 2020 as “extraordinary”. With exams finally over, Tesch said students, teachers and support workers were to be commended for surviving a year of unprecedented challenges. “Every year students have to face the challenges the HSC is bound to present and this year, I think we can all agree, has been like no other,” she said. “Year 12 students have had to

adapt to online learning and isolation, deal with the transition back to school and continue to complete their studies amongst the anxiety COVID-19 and social isolation has brought.” Tesch said Jasmine Mitchell, a graduate from Ngaruki Gulgul Central School at Kariong, had reflected some of the struggles Year 12 have faced this year in her “incredible major artwork”. The art piece, displayed at Central Coast Primary Care Mental Health Art Exhibition, was a deep reflection on

Jasmine’s friend’s challenging journey with her mental health. “Jasmine’s artwork possessed advanced symbolism techniques (and) while reflecting her friend’s experience, I’m sure transfers to many situations of mental battles, especially in our young people who have grown up with the influence of social media in their critical developing years,” she said. “This artwork will resonate with many Year 12 students in 2020, with the … extremes of this year, forcing us all to rely

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“The perseverance each one of you have displayed this year will follow you for the rest of your lives,” she said. “If you can get through the HSC in 2020, I’m sure you can

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New machine speeds up COVID test results The turnaround time for a COVID-19 test on the Central Coast is down to 24 hours now a new diagnostic testing unit has been installed in the NSW Health Pathology lab at Gosford.

NSW Health Pathology’s Microbiology Manager at Gosford, Catherine Wright, with the BD Max

Staff at the pathology lab at Gosford Public Hospital have been testing 160 samples a day using the machine called BD Max. Previously, the samples had to be transported to Newcastle to be tested. NSW Health Pathology’s Microbiology Manager at Gosford, Catherine Wright, said the lab is now part of a network of 14 specialist laboratories across the state conducting highly specialised COVID-19 diagnostic testing, with half of them located in regional areas. “Being able to test right here

in Gosford means faster turnaround times for our local communities,” Wright said. “This will be increasingly important as we head into the summer months and see more visitors coming to the region.” Wright said when the pandemic started, tests could take four to five days to return, but with the automated SMS service being introduced, it was halved. “In order to receive results as quickly as possible, we encourage people tested at any NSW Health facility or COVID-19 clinic to register for our automated SMS Results Service,” she said. “Most negative results are delivered in under 24 hours by SMS,” Wright said. People should self-isolate whilst waiting for COVID testing results to ensure safety for the

community if a positive result is returned. Director of Public Health, Central Coast Local Health District, Dr Kathryn Taylor, thanked Central Coast residents for coming forward for testing. “Since the outset of the pandemic, we have been able to contain the spread of COVID-19 in our region, but we must remain vigilant,” Taylor said. “As restrictions continue to ease, it is crucial for everyone to continue to monitor for COVID-19 symptoms and to come forward for testing immediately, even if they experience only mild symptoms - like a runny nose or scratchy throat, cough or fever. “Testing is quick, free, and easy, and everyone plays an important role in protecting our community.”

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New boards for Terrigal Nippers From page 1 The Nippers program at Terrigal Surf Life Saving Club has scored some new foam boards ahead of the summer season thanks to Terrigal Bowling Club. Bowling Club CEO, James Heddo, said the club had pledged funds for new boards for the Under 8 and Under 13 Nippers. “For so many sporting clubs across Australia, 2020 has proved (to be) an incredibly challenging year, and the need for surf life savers to continue doing their incredible work keeping our community safe on the beach is as important as ever,” Heddo said. “Terrigal SLSC has continued to run its Nippers program in a COVID-safe manner, training up the next generation of surf life savers on the Central Coast. “Last season saw 300

Terrigal Surf Life Saving Club President, Kevin Porter (left) with Terrigal Bowling Club CEO, James Heddo and Nippers captains Zoe Pope, Will Baker and Nate Vaughan

Nippers taking part in training at Terrigal Surf Life Saving Club and so we are honoured to be in a position to support so many youngsters with new equipment.

“If this year has taught us anything it is that the Terrigal community is resilient and continues to work collaboratively in a supportive manner.

Surf Life Saving Club President, Kevin Porter, said this year had proved how amazing the local community is, even in difficult times.

“Terrigal Surf Life Saving Nippers is a voluntary organisation which heavily relies on various skilled community volunteers, parent

helpers and community donations in order to run successfully,” he said. “The surf club, and subsequently the Nippers, provide local families with an amazingly supportive social hub which has become more important than ever before. “The support of organisations such as Terrigal Bowling Club allows us to continue to enhance and protect our families here on the Coast. “With more people than ever before working from home, we have noticed an increase in beach visitors and so it is imperative that we train up the next generation of life savers in order to cope with the increase in numbers. “Without donations such as this, we just wouldn’t survive.” Source: Media release, Nov 23 Brilliant Logic

Junior players shine in GTC Club Championships TENNIS Gosford Tennis Club (GTC) saw over 200 junior players compete in the first weekend of its annual Club Championship (November 21-22) in hot and sunny conditions. In the U10 Boys Singles, Paul De Laubadere prevailed over Mitchell Coventry Searle in the

final while Zoe Liang defeated Sambhavi Selvakumar in the U10 Girls. Kelly Leeming continued his stellar season with another win in U12 boys, this time proving too strong for runner-up Rafael Norris. In the U/12 Girls, Lavinia Camara defeated Bridget Broome, while in the U14 Girls, Stacy Sunhwa prevailed over

Chloe Hanger and Flynn Searle defeated Harvey Brimbecom in the U14 boys. Owner Lees took out the silverware in the U16 boys while rising star Jessica Jeong took out the U16 girls, defeating Vidhi Parekh. Local sensation Nicholas de Vivo put on a powerful display once again, this time defeating Matthew Quach in the final.

This weekend will see the open club championships contested with the promise of more good weather and scintillating tennis. On December 27-31, the GTC will host UTR Junior and Opens UTR events, both of which are again expected to attract over 200 competitors. Ross Barry

The A-League returns FOOTBALL The A-League has released the draw for the upcoming 2021 season, set to kick off on Sunday 27 December and featuring 41 matches in the first 37 days. The Central Coast Mariners opening match will be the traditional New Year’s Eve clash against F1 rivals Newcastle at Central Coast Stadium, December 31 with a scheduled 7pm kick-off.

The Mariners will then play new club Macarthur FC on Sunday 3 January at Campbelltown before hosting Melbourne Victory at home on Sunday 10 January (6pm kick off). The Mariners will be buoyed by the resigning of Scottish defender, Ziggy Gordon. Gordon played every minute of every A-League game last season and coach Alen Stajcic told media that his reliability

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and effort were important for the group. “I think anyone who watched any Mariners games would have seen someone who is determined and committed and gave 100 percent of his effort every single game,” Stajcic said. Stajcic stressed the importance of the Mariners returning to its community roots and lauded Gordon for his work and relationship with the

Central Coast community. “I think he brings a bit of that old spirit, that the club was founded on when Lawrie first took the team in year one of the A-League,” Stajcic said. “The community club, the club that is attached to the fans and to the people around, it’s a really important focus and one that perhaps … has diminished over the recent years and really it should be the strength.” And, on the subject of spirit,

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the A-League also this week published a list of the great rivalries set to emerge in the 2021 Season. This included an opening week grand final rematch between Premiers Sydney FC and Melbourne City as well as a long list of players poached to other clubs, facing former team mates such as Welshman Carl Robinson (Wanderers) who’s in for a frosty reception when he returns to face the Newcastle Jets on Jan 5.

But, at the top of the rage list is our very own Matty Simon who, the report claims, has an inexplicable vendetta against every club. As most opposition defenders will attest, when Simon is on the pitch, you certainly know about it. Well, we can’t wait to see the veteran striker getting under his opponent’s skin once again in 2021. Ross Barry

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APPROX. TIME LAG AFTER FORT DENISON Ettalong 40 min, Rip Bridge 2hrs - Wisemans Ferry 2 hrs 30 min, Koolewong 2 hrs 10 min In view of the variations caused by local conditions and meteorological effects, these times are approximate and must be considered as a guide only. They are not to be relied on for critical depth calculations for safe navigation. Actual times of High and Low Water may occur before or after the times indicated

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Seven locals in Women’s State of Origin contest

(inset) Tarryn Aiken receiving her Nellie Doherty Medal from Maroons’ Coach, Jason Hetherington Photo: Brisbane Broncos

Photo: Queensland Rugby League

RUGBY LEAGUE While there were plenty of Central Coast stars out at the 2020 Women’s State of Origin clash, none shined brighter than former Wyong Roo, Tarryn Aiken. The Gosford born Five-Eighth proved indispensable for the Queensland Maroons, who

made NRLW history by claiming their first ever Women’s State of Origin title since the contest’s rebranding in 2018. Heading into the second half with scores locked at 6-all, Aiken and fellow Maroons debutant, Tamika Upton, would go on to set the pace for Qld’s landmark victory, with Aiken breaking the NSW Blues’ line to

set up Upton’s tie-breaker, before crossing for her own converted try eight minutes later. Another converted try to Stephanie Hancock would cement the Maroons’ 24-6 lead and despite a late tri-try resurgence from the Blues, who’s star studded ranks included Central Coast

Roosters’ players Isabelle Kelly, Melanie Howard, Hannah Southwell, Yasmin Meakes, Brydie Parker and Kylie Hilder, it was not enough to undo the lead that Aiken’s smart playmaking helped carve out, undoing years of Origin heartbreak for the Maroons. Defining moments of the match, Aiken’s pivotal

performance would also see her awarded the Nellie Doherty Medal as player of the match, an impressive feat for a debutant. In receiving her medal, Aiken kept her speech short and sweet, thanking game sponsors, her team and her opponents. “Thanks to the Blues.

“You turned up well tonight and have been the benchmark in the competition for the past two years, so we knew we had to bring our A-game to win tonight. “Most importantly thanks to the girls (Maroons), you’re the best,” Aiken said. Dilon Luke

Jai Opetaia undefeated BOXING Central Coast boxing sensation, Jai Opetaia, has maintained his undefeated record after taking out former Australian champion, Ben Kelleher, at the World Boxing Organisation (WBO) Global and International Boxing Federation (IBF) Intercontinental Cruiserweight Titles.

Jai Opetaia Photo: Tasman Fighters

The Watanobbi local took the match via a six round TKO to bring his perfect record up to

20-0 after almost a year out of the ring, and now the fourth ranked IBF and 10th ranked WBO cruiserweight is again setting his sights on a world title after a year of disruption. Having burst onto the international boxing circuit as Australia’s youngest ever Olympic boxer following the London 2012 Olympics, Opetaia is no stranger to hard work, but the SamoanAustralian powerhouse has been vocal in his frustration over COVID-19 hitting the pause button on his world title

ambitions. Speaking to media post fight, Opetaia said he planned to resume his quest early next year when world title eliminator fights are reconvened, with hopes that he’ll be contesting the title by this time next year. But until then, the southpaw will continue training in anticipation for a climactic 2021, with a transition into Heavyweight also expected sooner rather than later from Opetaia. Dilon Luke