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No PEP11 drilling under this Government – Wicks

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Residents of the Mangrove Mountain community have launched a petition in an effort to stop the proposed sale of the district’s heritage listed Union Church. See pages 6

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Australian Reptile Park resident icon, Ranger Mick, has hit an incredible milestone, officially marking his 60,000th show performed at the Park. See page 17

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The community push to cancel the PEP11 permit for offshore drilling has taken a large leap forward, with Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks, announcing the project will not go ahead under the Morrison government during last weekend’s Paddle Out protest at Terrigal Beach. See page 8

Mixed reactions to announcement of public inquiry It’s official – a public inquiry is to be held into Central Coast Council, the councillors will remain suspended and the local government elections slated for September 4 will be postponed until late next year. The decision was announced on April 27 by Local Government Minister Shelley Hancock, who said the inquiry will provide an “independent, open, and transparent process to help improve the council’s performance and sustainability”. While the move has been applauded by Administrator Dick Persson and Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast Adam Crouch, not everyone is pleased.

Suspended Mayor Lisa Matthews said a public inquiry isn’t the answer ratepayers have been looking for and Shadow Minister for the Central Coast, David Harris, said he was disappointed that calls for a judicial inquiry, supported by an e-petition bearing more than 20,000 signatures, had been ignored. Minister Hancock said Council’s performance, particularly concerning financial management, had been of “great concern” to the community. “On behalf of all Central Coast ratepayers, I want to see Council performing in the best interest of the community and this public inquiry will help get to the bottom of the issues which have impacted its performance, resulting in my

Local Government Minister Shelley Hancock

suspension of councillors and appointment of an Interim Administrator,” she said. “Any member of the public with concerns about the council can now raise them directly with the Commissioner of the public inquiry.” Roslyn McCulloch, who has three decades of experience in

local government and planning law and conducted the 2019 public inquiry into Balranald Shire Council, has been appointed Commissioner of the inquiry. At the conclusion of the inquiry, she will present a report to the Minister and may make recommendations, including issuing a Performance Improvement Order or dismissing Council. Hancock said the decision means the Coast’s local government election will be postponed until late 2022, with current councillors to remain suspended during the inquiry process. Council Administrator, Dick Persson, said the Minister’s decision to stop the suspended councillors returning on April

29 was “great news for both the community and the Council”. “My Final Report recommended this course of action as there is still a lot to do before the Council recovers from the disruption of the past three years,” he said. Persson also applauded the appointment of Rik Hart as the new Administrator. Hart acted as CEO until the recent appointment of David Farmer to the position. “The new CEO and new Administrator need to continue the ‘recovery’ without the political distractions which would have inevitably occurred if the councillors had been allowed to return,” he said.

The public now has a threeweek window to have its say on a Central Coast Council proposal to reclassify and rezone land at the Central Coast Stadium on the waterfront at Gosford. See page 25

Sport

After two home games at Central Coast Stadium this week, the Mariners have picked up only one of six potential league points, suffering a draw and then a crushing defeat. See page 40

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Through rain, hail or shine, the charity organisation, Soul Soup, has pushed through to continue serving food to those less fortunate on the Central Coast.

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Applications are now open for funding under the 2021 Community Building Partnership Program.

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Avoca locals are encouraged to head to Chapman Cres at 10am this Anzac Day to support 97-year-old John Bartlett, who will be doing his own march as he cannot do the one in Sydney.

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Over 200 people took to the water at Terrigal Haven on Saturday, April 24, to protest against PEP11. See page 13

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In tribute to ANZAC Day on Sunday, April 25, Lisa Haymes, will exhibit some of her poignant images at 2020: When Our Veterans Stood Silently Alone in Remembrance.

Musical Director and composer Yantra de Vilder of Avoca Beach will perform in the closing concert of her Pianos for the People installation in Darling Square on Sunday, April 18.

Councillors should not return, says Administrator

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Central Coast Council Administrator, Dick Persson (right) and CEO David Farmer

this issue. “I believe such an inquiry (as I have suggested) would have far greater community support than an inquiry that would be used by competing political actors trying to blame each other for what occurred. “We know what occurred, it is now time to look ahead and help ensure the success of the sixth largest council in Australia.” Persson also recommended

new CEO David Farmer consider going to market to buy a new simplified IT system. He said it was clear the massive spend of $60M since the merger on an IT system was poor in comparison to what other councils had secured at much lower cost. Persson handed down his final report at an extraordinary meeting on Thursday, April 15, having already delivered it to

Local Government Minister Shelley Hancock. He said his investigation concluded that by far the biggest reason the Council became insolvent was due to mismanagement of the budget over the years following the merger and leading up to the councillors’ suspension. “There is pressure by many to hold a public inquiry into what went wrong here,” he said.

“With due respect to those people, (acting CEO Rik) Hart and I have investigated what went wrong and published those findings. “Many of those calling for a (public) inquiry don’t like my conclusion because I have made it very clear the financial collapse is not due to the local government amalgamation. “I have formed the view that the merger of the Gosford and Wyong LGAs was always going to be one of the harder ones, and that it was well short of completion when councillors were elected. “It is very clear that the new Council had little interest in continuing the hard work of achieving efficiencies and using those savings to expand the delivery and quality of services.

An $110M residential project planned for 89 John Whiteway Dr, Gosford, has been scaled back in response to submissions received, with the number of units cut from 260 to 204 and a reduction in building height... See page 25

Sport

For the Terrigal Trojans, two wins in both the Women’s Tens and the Swietelsky Premier One leagues have launched their 2021 season campaigns off to a great start. See page 38

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Council should remain in administration - Persson The Minister for Local Government should take whatever action is necessary to prevent the return of the suspended councillors, says Central Coast Administrator, Dick Persson. He also wants the new CEO, David Farmer, to buy a new and simpler IT system, despite more than $60M being already spent on a new system. An extraordinary meeting was held on Thursday, April 15, when Persson made public his final report into the financial failings of Central Coast Council. He had already delivered the report to the Minister for Local Government, Shelley Hancock. Persson wants to see a delay to the September election to allow an Inquiry to determine

Central Coast Council Administrator, Dick Persson (right) and CEO David Farmer

what is needed to achieve a successful merger of the former Wyong and Gosford councils. “I’m calling for an inquiry, but not for the reasons that others might think,” Persson said.

“We know what happened here and my two previous reports provide this detail, there is nothing more to uncover. “I encourage the community not to fall for the politicking of

this issue.” Persson said he believed his idea for an Inquiry would have far greater community support than an Inquiry that would be used by competing political actors trying to blame each

As Peninsula residents await a decision from Local Government Minister Shelley Hancock on the future of Central Coast Council, suspended Gosford West Ward councillor, Chris Holstein, has confirmed that he will not stand for re-election at the next local government elections.

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other for what occurred. “We know what occurred, it is now time to look ahead and help ensure the success of the sixth largest council in Australia,” he said. His investigation concluded that by far the biggest reason Council became insolvent was due to mismanagement of their budget over the years following the merger and leading to the councillors’ suspension. The councils were merged in May 2016 and the new Central Coast Council was under administration until September 2017, when the councillors were elected. “There is pressure by many to hold a Public Inquiry into what went wrong here,” Persson said.

Dooralong Valley regenerative farmer, Shannon Kelly, will join the big names in Australian and International agriculture at the national agri-food conference Farm2Plate Exchange. See page 26

Sport

Throughout the now concluded 2021 Australian Track and Field Championships at Sydney Olympic Park... See page 40

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Suspended Councillor Chris Holstein

Hancock is expected to hand down a decision within days on whether councillors will return when the period of administration ends on April 29, or if she will initiate an inquiry into the Council’s financial situation and extend the period of administration. If it is the latter, it is doubtful that residents will be asked to go to the polls this September. If the councillors are returned, the local government elections would go ahead on September 4. But whenever the elections are held, Holstein will not be standing.

“It is my view that the Minister will move forward with some sort of inquiry,”” Holstein said. “It is not in the State Government’s interests to have this Council come back with two councillors having already resigned. “This concerns me because if they don’t know what’s happened by now, they never will and in line with the democratic process, they should hold an election in September. “An inquiry could prove embarrassing to the State Government and detrimental to Council management.” Even so, Holstein said there would be little point in current councillors returning for just a few months. “There is nothing to be gained by bringing the councillors back,” he said. “They all have their own agendas.” Holstein said while he believed councillors must take some responsibility for the financial situation, there were

Kincumber Neighbourhood Centre and Fixx Events will host a series of drug and alcohol-free music events for youth called MAKE WAY, giving them a safe space to go out and have fun with friends.

The relaunch of the Woy Woy Waterfront Markets on April 11 was a winning but windy affair after breezy conditions hit the foreshore on Brick Wharf Rd.

other contributing factors, including management and processes dating back to the first period of administration in 2016. “I have some firm views on the reasons we ended up where we are, which I will elaborate on after the Minister has made her decision,” he said. “Whatever the outcome, I hope this Council can learn from its previous mistakes. “In the meantime, I have evaluated my own position and after 30 years in civic life, I have decided not to stand for reelection when the next election is held.” If current councillors return, Gosford West Ward would be represented by Holstein and Labor Councillor Richard Mehrtens, with the third ward councillor, Troy Marquart having resigned in October, along with his Liberal colleague, Rebecca Gale, from Gosford East Ward.

Business Central Coast hydrogen R&D company, Star Scientific, hosted Prime Minister Scott Morrison on April 21, where he committed half a billion dollars to hydrogen development and Carbon, Capture, Usage and Storage (CCUS) in next month's federal budget. Morrison said he will allocate $275m to create four more

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hydrogen hubs in regional Australia and the other $267m to carbon capture, utilisation, and storage projects, also known as carbon sequestration. Morrison said the development of hydrogen is one of the main elements of energy technology that is essential for Australia's future. "I want Australia and hydrogen technology to be synonymous around the

world," Morrison said. "It is essential we position Australia to succeed by investing now in the technologies that will support our industries into the future, with lower emissions energy that can support Australian jobs." Star Scientific has developed their Hydrogen Energy Release Optimiser (HERO) technology to produce unlimited, affordable, safe and reliable

energy with zero emissions by converting hydrogen and oxygen into heat and water, without degrading the catalyst. Star Scientific Global Group Chairman, Andrew Horvath, said HERO is revolutionary in reducing emissions in the future. "Hydrogen is now, hydrogen will be the future fuel, it's inexhaustible, it will dramatically drop in price, and it will become the base fuel of

the planet." Star Scientific recently won the 2020 Global Energy Awards' Emerging Technology of the Year category. When asked specifically how much of the $500m will go to the Central Coast, the Prime Minister was vague and said it would be allocated 'Australia wide'. Jacinta Counihan

Should the 13 suspended councillors be allowed to return to duties at the end of April until the September election?

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90.6% Tascott local, Nicola McDermott has set athletic history at the 2021 Australian Championships, becoming the first Australian Women High Jumper to clear 2.00m.

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With a decision on the future of Central Coast Council expected to be handed down within days, Local Government Minister, Shelley Hancock, has ruled out a judicial inquiry into the Council’s financial woes. A period of administration was instituted by Hancock last October for a three-month period following revelations of Council’s dire financial situation and was subsequently extended by another three

A proposal under consideration by the Department of Planning for two huge advertising signs at the north side of the Brian McGowan Bridge on the Central Coast Hwy has drawn the ire of nearby residents. See page 29

months. She suspended the 13 councillors (Councillors Troy Marquart and Rebecca Gale having resigned days earlier) and appointed Administrator Dick Persson. The period of administration ends on April 29, with Hancock to decide on what happens next prior to that date. Hancock said ordering a judicial inquiry, as requested in an e-petition signed by more Continued page 10

The Mariners A-League season hangs in the balance ahead of a crunch match this weekend against rivals Sydney FC (April 24) at Central Coast Stadium. See page 39

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It’s official, a public inquiry is to be held into Central Coast Council and the local government elections slated for September 4 will be postponed until late next year. The decision was announced on April 27 by Local Government Minister, Shelley Hancock, who said that the inquiry will provide an “independent, open, and transparent process to help improve the council’s performance and sustainability”. While the move has been applauded by Administrator, Dick Persson,and Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, not everyone is pleased. Suspended Mayor Lisa Matthews said a public inquiry isn’t the answer that ratepayers have been looking for and Shadow Minister for the Central

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Coast, David Harris, said he was disappointed that calls for a judicial inquiry, supported by an e-petition bearing more than 20,000 signatures, had been ignored. Minister Hancock said Council’s performance, particularly concerning financial management, had been of “great concern” to the

community. “On behalf of all Central Coast ratepayers, I want to see Council performing in the best interest of the community and this public inquiry will help get to the bottom of the issues which have impacted its performance, resulting in my suspension of councillors and appointment of an Interim

Administrator,” she said. “Any member of the public with concerns about the council can now raise them directly with the Commissioner of the public inquiry.” Roslyn McCulloch, who has three decades of experience in local government and planning law and conducted the 2019

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Australian Reptile Park resident icon, Ranger Mick, has hit an incredible milestone, officially marking his 60,000th show performed at the Park. See page 17

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public inquiry into Balranald Shire Council, has been appointed Commissioner of the inquiry. At the conclusion of the inquiry, she will present a report to the Minister and may make recommendations, including issuing a Performance Improvement Order or dismissing Council. Hancock said the decision means the Coast’s local government election will be postponed until late 2022, with current councillors to remain suspended during the inquiry process. Council Administrator, Dick Persson, said the Minister’s decision to stop the suspended councillors returning on April 29 was “great news for both the community and the Council”. Continued page 4

Prime Minister, Scott Morrison, was in Berkeley Vale on April 21, to visit Star Scientific, a company leading the way in developing the global hydrogen energy economy. See page 26

Sport

Sydney FC came back from a two goal deficit against the Mariners at Central Coast Stadium on Saturday... See page 40

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Residents of the Mangrove Mountain community have launched a petition in an effort to stop the proposed sale of the district’s heritage listed Union Church. See pages 6

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Seven senior citizens who help to make their communities an inspiring place to live have been acknowledged..

Public inquiry to be held and Council to remain under administration

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Minister rules out ‘judicial’ inquiry

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A Daleys Point local is in the running for a national award following her fight for a ‘new normal’ after suffering a stroke six years ago.

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Around the Coast, people turned out in droves to commemorate the fallen and the returned in live ANZAC Day marches and ceremonies.

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A rally at Umina Beach in 2019 attracted 1,800 residents opposed to off-shore drilling

Holstein calls time on 30 years of civic life Nicola McDermott is on her way to the Tokyo Olympics

Persson wants to see the September election delayed to allow a formal inquiry to determine what is needed to achieve a successful merger of the former Wyong and Gosford councils, as opposed to a public inquiry into the financial situation. “I’m calling for an inquiry but not for the reasons others might think,” Persson said as he handed down his final report. “We know what happened here and my two previous reports provide this detail, there is nothing more to uncover. “I encourage the community not to fall for the politicking of

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The Minister for Local Government should take whatever action is necessary to prevent the return of the suspended Central Coast councillors, says Administrator Dick Persson.

Concerned Peninsula residents are expected to flock to Terrigal on Saturday, April 24, in support of a paddle-out to be held by Surfrider Foundation Australia as pressure mounts on Federal Minister for Resources, Keith Pitt, for a final decision on the renewal of the PEP11 permit for offshore gas and oil drilling.

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Dozens of people were at the official opening of the Terrigal Boardwalk and upgraded rockpool on April 14, including NSW Premier, Gladys Berejiklian, Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, Central Coast Council Administrator, Dick Persson, and the Council’s new CEO, David Farmer.

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The public now has a threeweek window to have its say on a Central Coast Council proposal to reclassify and rezone land at the Central Coast Stadium on the waterfront at Gosford. See page 25

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After two home games at Central Coast Stadium this week, the Mariners have picked up only one of six potential league points, suffering a draw and then a crushing defeat. See page 40

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Terrigal Bowling Club off the list of Council asset sales

Terrigal Bowling Club is claiming a major victory for people power after the land on which it sits was removed from a list of sites proposed to be reclassified with a view to selling them at the 11th hour. Council Coast Council Administrator, Dick Persson, agreed with community requests for a formal community consultation process on proposed property sales and reclassification of items which had been listed for consideration at the Council meeting on April 27.

“There is still a need for Council to raise funds through the sale of surplus or ‘lazy’ assets if we are to pay down the huge debts run up by the suspended Councillors,” Persson said. “Now that the Minister has confirmed the councillors will not be returning on April 30 there is a chance to consult in a less politicised environment. “I regret my handling of the matter has caused widespread concern. “This is not a ‘fire sale’ as some are claiming. “Any properties sold will be at

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market price or better, and the market is very strong at the moment. “In regard to the matter of Terrigal Bowling Club, I was not aware of what was being proposed. “I do not agree with this proposal and will take it off the list.” Club CEO, James Heddo, said a large number of people had banded together to ensure the Club’s immediate future. Heddo said he was thrilled by the decision and overwhelmed with just how much support the Club had received.

“We are very happy with the result, not only for our Club, but also that the Council will now be consulting with members of the public about all lots on the agenda,” he said. “We hold a lease until 2024 and we are very keen to secure our future beyond this. “We now look forward to being given the opportunity to sit down with Council as soon as they are ready. “We just cannot thank the Central Coast community enough for rallying around us in our time of need. “I hate to think what could

have happened if this motion had been passed without our knowledge.” The Club announced the intended reclassification of its land on social media on Monday afternoon, April 26, and within hours media outlets,community groups and affected individuals quickly found their voice and advocated on behalf of the club. By the time Persson contacted Heddo personally at around 11am April 27 to advise him of his change of heart, an online petition against the reclassification had garnered

more than 1,500 signatures and was growing by the minute. “The decision to remove 4 Wilson Rd from the reclassification list is an enormous win for Terrigal Bowling Club and the wider Central Coast community,” Heddo said. “Who knows; maybe this will lead to the start of greater transparency and more responsible decision making from Central Coast Council.” Source: Media release, Apr 27 Terrigal Bowling Club

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Mixed reactions to announcement of public inquiry From page 1 He said Hart’s appointment would ensure continuity “in regard to the reform process well underway”. Persson’s term was due to end on April 29 but has been extended for an extra two weeks to allow Hart to complete some personal business. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch,said Roslyn McCulloch’s experience in local government and planning law made her a “perfect fit” for the position of Commissioner. “The public inquiry’s terms of reference are very broad and will enable the Commissioner to investigate Council’s financial situation as well as its

ability to properly represent and serve our community,” he said. He said the inquiry would include public hearings where community members, as well as current and former Council staff, can provide evidence to the Commissioner. Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks, has also applauded the move, encouraging the Minister to consider any measure necessary to get the Council back on track, including delaying Council elections beyond late 2022. But suspended Mayor, Lisa Matthews, said holding a public inquiry rather than a judicial one isn’t the answer the community has been looking

for. “I’ve always felt that the Coast needs an answer but Mr Persson and Mr Hart have already looked into the problems,” she said. “As Mr Persson said in his report he hasn’t uncovered anything unlawful – I don’t believe the Minister having someone coming in to rubber stamp (those findings) will give answers. “I believe there were problems (before the Council amalgamation), with both Gosford and Wyong councils deemed unfit for future. “How do you put two unfit councils together and expect them to be fit? “Obviously we missed things

and I am very sorry for that but I think the major problems came from the amalgamation of two unfit councils, with systemic issues, and a judicial inquiry would uncover some of those issues.” Matthews said she had never expected that councillors would be returned. “It’s upsetting personally but as a ratepayer I would still like answers,” she said. “Former Administrator Ian Reynolds purchased our IT system and accounting software and I believe that has probably been a root cause of the problems.” Shadow Minister for the Central Coast, David Harris, said while Labor MPs on the

Coast welcomed the decision to hold an independent public inquiry, they would like to see wider terms of reference. “We are disappointed that Premier Gladys Berejiklian ignored calls for a Special Commission of Inquiry (judicial inquiry) despite widespread public support for one,” Harris said. “Almost 22,000 residents signed a petition to be debated in Parliament next week. “The key issue now is the terms of reference which should include examining the Fit for the Future process, the decisions of the first Administrator, particularly contract decisions and organisational structure, the

role of the current staff and councillors, [and] the role of audit, both internal and external. “All things should be on the table.” Member for Gosford, Liesl Tesch, said a public inquiry will only “show a small glimpse into Central Coast Council’s financial undoing”. “It should have been a judicial inquiry which would have the teeth to forensically investigate what happened,” Tesch said. “If a forensic and transparent inquiry is not held then we could be setting Council up for failure again; no one wants to see that happen.” Terry Collins

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From Council Monday’s announcement by the Minister for Local Government, The Hon Shelley Hancock MP, to stop suspended Councillors returning next week is great news for the community and Council. The Minister announced she was deferring the September 2021 election and establishing an independent public inquiry into the performance of Central Coast Council. My Final Report recommended this course of action as there is still a lot to do before Council recovers from the disruption of the past three years. The new CEO and the new Administrator needs to continue the recovery without the political distractions which would have inevitably occurred if Councillors returned. The Minister’s decision to appoint Mr Rik Hart as the new Administrator is an excellent choice that will ensure continuity in regard to the reform process well underway. Mr Hart and Mr Farmer will make a very strong and experienced team. I was due to complete my term on Thursday but have agreed to stay for an extra two weeks to allow Mr Hart to complete some personal business. I recommended an independent public inquiry in part because it was the only way the Minister could prevent the suspended Councillors returning next week, but also because it will allow people to raise issues they still feel are unanswered. It will also allow Council to focus on regaining the community’s confidence and to achieve unfinished merger related work. Thank you Minister Hancock. Dick Persson AM Administrator, Central Coast Council

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The Australian Heritage Festival is on from 18 April to 19 May and through local partnerships there are some things you can do locally to be part of this national event.

Immerse yourself in our local history We have installed historic decals in Wyong, Toukley, Budgewoi, Gosford and Woy Woy town centres that display our rich cultural heritage - take a stroll, learn about your local heritage and enjoy the local cafes, restaurants and shops along the way. Decal locations: • Wyong - Wyong Train Station • Toukley - Toukley Library • Budgewoi - Halekulani Hall & laneway located at 54 Tenth Ave • Gosford - 70 Mann Street, Gosford • Woy Woy - Woy Woy Oval Forecourt

Tours in Wyong In Wyong Town Centre, we are partnering with the Wyong Family History Group to deliver four guided heritage walking tours.

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Relive the glory days in Gosford! From Monday 19 to Friday 30 April 10am-2pm on most days, you can view rare Australian Rock and Roll performance photographs of legends such as Dinah Lee, Digger Revell, Johnny O’Keefe; Little

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.

Pattie; Sandy Scott and many more, all courtesy of the fantastic collection of late Gosford photographer Les Allen. In the 1960s and 70s, Les Allen took photographs of practically every performance of every artist who played at the Central Coast Leagues Club. His collection is preserved by Central Coast Libraries and it contains unique photographs that capture the mood of the sixties and seventies. This exhibition, on at Parkhouse @ Kibble, gives you a real sense of the raw energy of many of these artists who went on to become household names.

Be part of Central Coast Voices In the 1980s and 1990s, multiple interviews were recorded with long-time residents of the Central Coast using extremely delicate cassette tapes. These tapes are so prone to breakage that the interviews were not listened to for up to 40 years - the mere act of playing them could result in permanent loss! A recent project has helped digitally unlock and preserve these interviews, allowing the voices of local identities, teachers, farmers, bullock-drivers and war veterans to once again be heard. We’re inviting you to listen to these interviews and help text-correct the machine transcriptions on a very-easy-to-use platform. This will make these priceless recordings and the stories contained more accessible than ever before. To find out more on any of these local heritage opportunities, search ‘local heritage’ at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au

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Who is Rosyln McCulloch? Roslyn McCulloch will head up the public inquiry into Central Coast Council as the independent Commissioner, but just who is she? She may be known best for her public inquiry into Balranald Shire Council in 2019, but since her admission as a solicitor in 1985, the majority of McCulloch ‘s legal life has been centered around the Land and Environment Court, practising primarily in its Class 1 jurisdiction - planning appeals. She has also had experience in areas of planning, environmental and local government law, which was recognised with her

appointment as an Accredited Specialist in this area in 2013. During her tenure as Lawyer, Partner, and now Special Counsel at Sydney-based law firm, Pikes & Veterans, McCulloch has regularly advised on local governmentrelated matters for Council and private clients and has had experience particularly with various environmental planning instruments and the Local Government Act. According to the Pikes & Verekers website, McCulloch’s “continuing involvement in [council and developer] areas has gained her a balance of experience rare to many practitioners”.

She is listed as having decades of experience through the High Court and Land and Environment Court on matters involving Council issues, such as the successful application for special leave to appeal to the High Court in Sydney City Council v Claude Neon Ltd (1989) 15 NSWLR 724. This case discussed the necessity for owner’s consent to a development application for development within the airspace of a council road. She assisted and then later assumed the carriage of successful proceedings in the Court of Appeal and High Court of Australia for South Sydney Council against the Royal

Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust. This case concerned a dispute relating to the interpretation of the lease for the Domain Car Parking Station (1999-2002). Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, said McCulloch’s experience made her a perfect fit for the job of Commissioner. The public inquiry into Council is expected to take approximately a year and at its conclusion McCulloch will present a report for the Minister and potentially make recommendations regarding her findings. Maisy Rae

Terms of reference for public inquiry into Central Coast Council I, the Hon Shelley Hancock MP, Minister for Local Government, pursuant to the powers granted to me by section 438U of the Local Government Act 1993 (LG Act), hereby appoint Roslyn McCulloch to hold a public inquiry and report to the Minister for Local Government in accordance with the terms of reference below.

To inquire and report to the Minister for Local Government with respect to whether: 1. In exercising its functions pursuant to sections 21, 22, 23, 23A and 24 of the LG Act, the governing body met its obligations in a manner consistent with sections 8A(1) (b), 8B(a), 8B(c) and 8B(d) of the LG Act, particularly in relation to:

a. Whether the governing body acted in a manner that maximised the success of gaining efficiencies and financial savings from the merger process; b. Whether the governing body disregarded the financial consequences of its decisions: and, c. Whether the governing body’s decisions since 2017 contributed to the financial

position which the Council now finds itself in. 2. In exercising its functions pursuant to section 223 of the LG Act, the governing body ensured: a. As far as possible, that decisions taken by it had regard to the financial sustainability of the council, and b. That it kept under review the performance of the council,

including that council spending was responsible and sustainable by aligning general revenue and expenses. 3. Any other matter that warrants mention, particularly those that may impact on the effective administration of Council’s functions and responsibilities or the community’s confidence in the Council being able to do so. The Commissioner may make

recommendations as the Commissioner sees fit having regard to the outcomes of the Inquiry, including whether all civic offices at Central Coast Council should be declared vacant. Source: Office of the Minister for Local Government

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Residents of the Mangrove Mountain community have launched a petition in an effort to stop the proposed sale of the district’s heritage listed Union Church. Situated at 2154 Wiseman’s Ferry Rd, the church property was purchased with a government land grant in 1910 and the church was built in 1911-12 after the local Christian community had raised sufficient funds to get the project underway. The church has been operating since May 1912, primarily with the purpose of providing a place of worship for the district’s Christian community. The church’s management board, the Mangrove Mountain Union Church Association (MMUC), has announced its intention to sell the church and nearby hall, citing falling congregation numbers and future financial challenges, along with lack of community support, as the main reasons. The larger community feels that various non-religious groups which have made use of the church, and especially the hall, since the building was

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first built, have been squeezed out over the years and that there is still a “moral responsibility” to retain the historic building for community use. They are pushing for a revamp of the management committee, but the MMUC, formed in 1964 by church attendees with the express purpose of managing, repairing, letting, improving, selling, mortgaging or otherwise dealing with control of the property, says only office bearers or members of church groups which have been in existence for at least one year on the sire are eligible to be elected to the committee. “The decision to sell the property was a very difficult and heart-breaking one to make,” MMUC said. “It was based on: the ageing and numerically-declining congregation; the lack of community support over the past few years especially community attendance at services; rising costs to maintain the buildings and grounds; the restrictions imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic resulting in little or no income over the last 12 months; and a forecast of little income able to be generated.”

MMUC said while it understands that the facility has been part of the Mountain Christian community for a very long time, the reality is that its ongoing operation is unsustainable. It said the committee would like to see the church continue as a place of worship in accordance with over 100 years of tradition and that there have been enquiries from independent religious communities indicating strong interest. Residents say the church was always intended, not just as a place of worship, but as a focal meeting point for the

community and has since been “etched into the history books of the area” but the MMUC says the original minutes and constitution make it clear that the church and site were to be used for Christian worship only. Community spokesperson, Judy Betteridge, said residents were given only seven days’ notice of an information session on the proposed sale and that any sale should be delayed until the community can explore all solutions to keeping it. When it was first built the church housed services for Church of England, Methodist and Presbyterian

denominations but with the departure of the Church of England (Anglicans) from the site in 2016 following a rent increase, control passed into the hands of the last remaining congregation, the Uniting Church (Methodist/ Presbyterian). Betteridge said community groups which had been using the hall, including the CWA, a yoga group, a playgroup and a quilting group, had been forced to relocate but the MMUC says no groups were forced out of the facilities, with some choosing to leave due to rent increases and others forced to cease following COVID-10 restrictions. Betteridge said community members had expressed a desire to help raise funds if the church was in financial distress but MMUC said the church is solvent, with future viability the major concern. Resident Margaret Pontifex, who was christened in the church, as was her mother before her, said the church had become the “heart and soul” of the community and that it was a place of reflection for many community members, whether they attended regular church services or not.

“So many community members have memories associated with the church – from weddings to funerals and christenings,” she said. Lorraine Wilson, whose relatives were involved in construction of the church, said it was a unique fixture and the source of great ambience. “Over the years there have been renovations and every generation has had input,” she said. But MMUC said only 4-5 people now regularly attend worship. While the Constitution stipulates that any proceeds of a sale should go to a Christian organisation with “similar charitable and educational purposes”, community members are concerned that the building itself could be razed, with its present zoning allowing for the construction of housing. While it is heritage listed by Central Coast Council, the church does not have a State heritage status to protect it against redevelopment although community members are investigating options for a State heritage listing. Terry Collins

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No PEP11 drilling under this Government – Wicks The community push to cancel the PEP11 permit for offshore drilling has taken a large leap forward, with Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks, announcing the project will not go ahead under the Morrison government during last weekend’s Paddle Out protest at Terrigal Beach. But there has been no movement on cancelling the licence from Resources Minister, Keith Pitt, who will make the final decision. According to the National Electronic Approvals Tracking System (NEATS), an extension of the PEP11exploration permit lodged by Advent Energy is not yet under assessment. Deputy Premier John Barilaro has already recommended that the permit, which expired on February 12, should not be renewed, but Pitt, as the other Minister responsible under the Joint Authority, has remained silent. CEO of the lead operational company BPH Energy, David Breeze, said on April 28, he had heard no nothing.

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“The decision on the permit is in the hands of Minister Keith Pitt, and he has not yet made his decision,” Breeze said. “He has put out several releases and several public statements which said that he would make his decision based upon his input of the department. “He was recently on national TV and made a further comment.” During an episode of Q+A on

April 22, Pitt said: “When I make a decision, it’ll be one which is balanced, based on the facts that are provided, the advice that I have, what is in the application and what the law says.” CCN reached out to the Prime Minister’s Office for further comment on his stance, and he referred to his previous statement that he would oppose extension of the permit. “I think I made it pretty clear what my Government’s view

was about that,” Morrison said. “I mean, that will go through processes, but I’ve made it absolutely crystal clear that that’s not something I support, and you can expect my view on that to be rock solid.” There was no indication of when the decision will be made. Wicks made her statement about the PM not supporting PEP11 during a paddle out protest at Terrigal Haven on

Photos:Surf Rider Australia Saturday, April 24, run by Surf Rider Foundation and Save Our Coast. Over 200 men, women, and children paddled out to show their support in the campaign against oil and gas exploration drilling off the Central Coast. In response to Wicks’ statement,Surfrider Foundation Australia National Campaign Director, Damien Cole, said the news was welcome but the fight was not yet over.

“We have to keep pressure up until it gets properly knocked on the head,” Cole said. “It is your responsibility to go out and spread the word about PEP11.” Save Our Coast Youth Representative, Asha Niddrie, said stopping PEP11 was important for the youth of the Central Coast. “As a new voter this year, I speak for myself and young people; we ask Minister Keith Pitt that PEP11 does not go ahead because we want leaders who care about our future and care about the places we love and depend on.” Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, was there to show his support, and said the State Government has opposed PEP11 since 2017 and reaffirmed its opposition earlier this year. Professional surfers, Ace Buchan and Amee Donohue, were there for the paddle out, as were Labor MPs Emma McBride and Liesl Tesch who joined the protest. Jacinta Counihan

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Central Coast Medical School and Research Institute Opens Mid-2021 Around 550 student places for medical and allied health students administered by the University of Newcastle. $85 million project jointly funded by the Federal and NSW State Governments and the University of Newcastle at Gosford Hospital.

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Piles Creek Loop set for $300,000 upgrade Piles Creek Loop walking track, one of the most popular attractions in Brisbane Water National Park, will receive a $300,000 upgrade funded by the NSW Government. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, said the works would significantly improve visitor access and better protect the environment surrounding the Piles Creek Loop. “The works will cover approximately 450 metres of the challenging track and involve the repair and levelling of the existing track surface to

prevent future erosion, as well as the installation of new stone steps and stepping stones,” Crouch said. “Piles Creek Loop is one of the Central Coast’s must-do walks, and these upgrades will make the track safer for visitors by offering a well-defined, easy-to-navigate trail. “The upgrades will also reduce the potential for walkers to inadvertently damage the surrounding vegetation and native habitat. “Brisbane Water National Park is home to a staggering 270 different animal species, including the vulnerable Powerful Owl and the threatened spotted tail quoll.

“The Park also protects Coastal Upland Swamp, an endangered ecological community which is only found in the Sydney Basin.” The walking track begins and ends at the Girrakool picnic area and proceeds through dry eucalypt forest, following the deep gorge of Piles Creek past waterfalls and scenic clearings. At Illoura, the trail also crosses the Girrakool loop for a longer walk which takes in a fascinating Aboriginal site with carvings in Hawkesbury sandstone. Works are expected to commence next week and take 10 to 12 weeks, weather dependent.

Due to the remote location, equipment and materials will be airlifted by helicopter to construction sites. Temporary track closures will be required during the construction period to ensure visitor safety. Signage will be erected at all known formal entrances to the track. The upgrade is part of the Government’s $257M investment in national park visitor infrastructure. Source: Media release, Apr 28 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast Adam Crouch

Planning approval granted for Point Clare Station The Point Clare Station upgrade to improve accessibility and safety is a step closer, with the project now having receiving planning approval, and completion of the revamp expected next year. Minister for Regional Transport and Roads, Paul Toole, said the upgrade, to be

delivered under the NSW Government’s Transport Access Program (TAP), included two new lifts, accessible parking spaces and family amenities like accessible toilets. “This is about delivering a safer, more accessible station that meets the needs of the whole community including people with a disability or limited mobility, parents and

carers with prams, and customers with luggage,” Toole said. “Work will get underway in the coming months and support about 50 local jobs.” Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, said the upgrade will ensure that Point Clare Station can serve the entire community for years to come.

“I know what a difference this project will make to regular commuters, and I’d like to thank everyone who participated in the planning approval process by providing feedback on what the upgrade should include,” Crouch said. “All feedback from the community has been reviewed by the project team and will help to guide the final design, with construction expected to

be completed in 2022.” Key features of the upgrade include: two new lifts connecting each platform to the street level and commuter car parks as well as new stairs, pathways and ramps; new accessible parking spaces and Kiss and Ride spaces; upgraded bus stop waiting area including seating and tactile ground surface indicators on Brisbane Water Dr; upgrades to the

existing toilets to provide a new family accessible toilet and a new unisex ambulant toilet; and improvements to lighting, power, signage and CCTV. For more information, go to: www.transport.nsw.gov.au/ projects/current-projects/ point-clare-station-upgrade. Source: Media release, Mar 23 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

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Calls for more bike and scooter infrastructure

As more commuters return to the Central Coast railway system following the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, Member for Gosford, Liesl Tesch is calling for more bike and scooter infrastructure across the region. Tesch joined Shadow Minister for Active Transport Jo Haylen at Woy Woy railway station on April 27 to discuss the issue. “Bicycle and scooter users are struggling to find spaces to safely store their devices at train stations across the Central Coast,” Tesch said. “Currently Koolewong and Tascott stations have no bicycle sheds or lockers; there are only four lockers at Point Clare station and only six lockers at Narara station, while Gosford station has only eight secure lockers and 38 shed spaces. “Woy Woy Station has 51 shed spaces and 20 lockers, with only four currently available.”” Ms Tesch says the lack of storage infrastructure is forcing more people into their cars because cycling to the station is “simply not feasible or practical”. “The State Government has

spent money forming the shared pathways to enable people to cycle or use their scooters safely and practically, yet they have failed to provide the infrastructure to actually put this scheme into practice,” she said. “Plans need to be (made) and followed through at every intersection so we can actually put the infrastructure to good use. President of the Central Coast

Bicycle Users Group (CCBUG), Alan Corven, said the problem actively discourages people from choosing an active mode of transport. “We need more end of trip facilities like bike stations and shared pathways to encourage members of our community to ride more and choose more active forms of transport” Corven said. Central Coast Commuters Association President, Eddie

Ellis, also said he’d like to see infrastructure put into place. “These facilities are important (as is) more parking at our stations to support the infrastructure needs of our community,” Ellis said. Shadow Minister Haylen said while the Premier was encouraging families to ride to and from work, or their local train station, her own Government was failing to put up the money that is required

to make this happen. “If the Government is serious about encouraging people to walk or ride, they need to build the bike sheds and lockers this community is crying out for,” Haylen said. “Building this infrastructure won’t just make it easier to ride to and from stations; it’ll also create local jobs at a time when they are most needed.” Tesch and Haylen have written to the appropriate

Minister asking for the infrastructure to be put in place. For more information on how you can obtain a bike locker or for updated bike space information see https://appln. transport.nsw.gov.au/ bikelockers/faces/jsp/public/ home.xhtml. Source: Media release, Apr 28 Member for Gosford, Liesl Tesch

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Large crowds turn out for live ANZAC Day services With the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, Anzac Day services returned to the Coast this year, with major events at key locations around the region and a host of smaller suburban celebrations attracting thousands of residents. A dawn service at the Gosford cenotaph at 6am was followed by a march along Mann St to the cenotaph. Services were also held at Davistown RSL Club, Ourimbah RSL Club, Terrigal Foreshore War Memorial, Avoca Beach and Breakers Country Club at Wamberal among others. Terry Collins Photo: Mike Gallacher

Dawn service at Avoca Beach

About 250 early risers from the Copacabana community rallied at dawn on the village green and surrounding areas on ANZAC Day. Long-time resident John Atkinson said before the first light of dawn, the first speaker, 15-year-old Copacabana resident Ollie Anthony, reflected on his three great uncles - Bob, Ted and Hubert - who were all light horsemen. “Bob’s horse was hit twice as he rode in the cavalry charge of the Australian 4th Light Horse Brigade which broke through Turkish defences to take the wells of Beersheba in October 1917,” Atkinson said. “Ollie read a heartfelt poem by Warren Eggleton on that now famous event which he

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said epitomises the true meaning of the word ANZAC courage, mateship and dedication to duty. “Chris Furse, administrator of Facebook’s ‘Copacabana Chit Chat’ community page, recited another poem, In Flanders Fields by John Mcrea, and the Ode of Remembrance was read by Petty Officer Mark Murray, RAN. “The commemorative address was given by recently retired Captain Anthony Rayner, who was awarded Membership of the Order of Australia in recognition for his specialist work with the Royal Australian Navy during his 35 years of service.” Captain Rayner said ANZAC Day is unique to Australia; nothing compares to it across the world and it is something

“we need to retain and cherish in our culture and national ethos”. “To my mind, ANZAC Day is an occasion which can mean many things to many different people,” he said. “For some, it is a time to reflect on and acknowledge the

service given by those in our Armed Services to this country; to many it is a time of great sadness, remembering lost friends and companions. “However, it is also the time to remember and acknowledge successes, comradeship, mateship and other great

benefits that come from military service. “It has also become a day of national pride for our achievements as a country.” Master of ceremonies and long-time Copacabana resident and local lawyer, Peter Hill, said felt Gallipoli was a test of character, rather than about military strength. “What can our community learn about the lessons of the Anzacs?” he said. “Many were larrikins and came from diverse backgrounds- they often ignored the rules in order to join up and serve their country. “Some of our First Nations people hid their Aboriginality and some young diggers lied about their age. “The diggers worked together

(and) their communities supported them on the home front.” With two flags at half-mast, the sun rose over Copacabana Beach to a recorded bugler sounding The Last Post and Reveille, with many wreaths and flags placed on behalf of and by various military and other organisations, local businesses, Federal and State Government MPs and Copacabana residents. The Dawn Service was organised by the Naval Veterans’ Association, based in Copacabana for over 15 years, together with a group of local residents. Source: Media release, Apr 27 John Atkinson, Copacabana

Merindah Avenue enjoys its own ANZAC service Although many Coast residents opted to return to organised major services on ANZAC Day this year, one small community at Green Point so enjoyed last year’s intimate atmosphere under COVID-19 restrictions and opted to do something similar this year. Residents of Merindah Ave approached Penny and Brian Giersch to organise a small service held in the quiet culde-sac of 15 houses. “It was so good to get to know our neighbours better than just ‘the wave’ as we drive past,” Penny Giersch said. “Adding to the intimate atmosphere, many letterboxes were decorated with candles, poppies, the flag and even a slouch hat! “We are lucky to have talented musicians, singers and

“We love the sense of community it fosters and giving our children an opportunity to use their skills and talents to honour and remember those who have served in years past. “We thoroughly enjoyed being involved again and spending time with our neighbours on such a significant day for Australia.” Highlights of the service included The Last Post, played on trumpet by Meg Trethewy,

Sam and David Bacon, Penny and Brian Giersch, Sophia, Laura Mae, Claudia and Layla Bedford

speakers in our short cul-desac, so this year we even added a performance from our own ‘Vera Lynne’ and backing vocalist, singing We’ll Meet Again. “After sharing a gunfire breakfast, we caught some shut-eye, before reconvening to play an hilarious game of Two-Up and billy-cart races,

followed by an afternoon tea of Anzac biscuits and coffee. “Only the sudden drop in temperature broke up the party.” Resident Sally Trethewy said her family had been incredibly moved by last year’s Light up the Dawn initiative to honour ANZAC Day.

“Our neighbour Brian, a National Service Vet, was instrumental in creating such a lovely service for our street, including many of the children and teenagers of the various households to participate,” she said. “We were thrilled Brian and his wife, Penny, were keen to conduct the service again.

an address by veteran Brian Giersch, an ode by Will Trethewy, a prayer for the fallen and a rendition of We’ll Meet Again by Layla Bedford. All musical support for the service was provided by members of the Trethewy family. Source: Media release, Apr 25 Penny Giersch

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Avoid blaming the easy targets

NSW Government sleepwalking Contrary to the views of Lucy Wicks, Adam Crouch and the Administrator, I am sure that the Liberal Party Central Coast Council amalgamation was a failure of their making. This is because they simply overlooked all levels of Government management that should have been actioned to manage the amalgamation. It is way too simplistic and perhaps naive for the Administrator lay it all at the feet of the councillors. The operation of Wyong and Gosford Councils comes under the Local Government Act, the public Finance and Audit Act and the control of the NSW State Government which has a Minister for Local Government, the Treasurer and the NSW Audit Office (which is supposed to audit the operations of Local Government). Over the time periods that have been addressed in the

FORUM Administrator’s report, from before the amalgamation, both Wyong and Gosford (councils) were under the control of the NSW Liberal Government without a doubt. It is also apparent that the implementation of the Liberal Government amalgamation policy, a major change to normal council operations should, as part of that policy, (have) been closely overseen and managed by the NSW Liberal Government. The fact is it was not. The Administrator does not address the many layers of government, checks and balances that should have been in place. Nor does he address the apparent “newness” of many of the councillors and the important need to assist and manage them through the amalgamation. The councillors (though not

without blame) and the ratepayers were seriously let down by the NSW Liberal Government in its ineffective management. This is not an issue that the Liberal Party can put a smoke screen over in a glib report and lay it all at the feet of the councillors. The anger of residents arises from the fact that the Liberal Government simply failed to properly manage the councils before and during amalgamation, without a doubt. Where was the Treasurer? Where was the Minister for Local Government? Where was the Auditor General? It is apparent that the NSW Liberal Government was sleepwalking before and throughout the amalgamation process and is trying to deflect attention from their failed policy implementation. Email, April 24 Kevin Chaloner, Empire Bay

Education is key to future growth It was pleasing to read of the work being undertaken on the Central Coast by Star Scientific in the generation of hydrogen as a transportable energy store and, of course depending on how it is generated, a “green” one (Coast Community News, April 23). Might our region become a significant player in the research and production of new and emerging engineering and materials technologies, in addition to its current activity in the growth area of food technology? A positive indicator would be an increase in the percentage of the community aged 15 and over on the Central Coast with “non-school” qualifications as shown in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) category of Engineering and Related Technologies.

FORUM But examination of statistics from the 2011 and 2016 censuses shows a slight reduction. Adjustment for the difference in percentages who did not report a category suggests a drop of about half a percentage point. Yet, over the same period, there was a 3.4 per cent increase as a whole, in the proportion of the Central Coast community aged 15 and over with a non-school qualification. Clearly, what happens in the longer term will be influenced by the work of the Central Coast’s education sector. Schools have a role in fostering interest in STEM. Furthermore, the courses on offer locally through TAFE and the University will determine whether those enthusiasms

can be met without the need to go further afield, a disincentive for some. And good things are happening, as illustrated by the address of Dr Penny Newson to a Central Coast Campus Friends dinner last week at Ourimbah campus. She told how trainers in Central Coast TAFE Engineering courses are responding to the needs of industry for the skills of tomorrow in the application and installation of a range of exciting new materials and processes. Might the ABS figures from the census to be conducted later this year, show a growth since 2016 in those 15 and over with qualifications in Engineering and Related Technologies? For the economic future of the Central Coast, I hope so. Email, Apr 25 Sonnie Hopkins, Tascott

So much has been written about the financial crisis that has occurred with our local government. Many have fallen into the trap, perhaps gratuitously, of joining a witch hunt and blaming our elected representatives. I want to urge all residents to seriously consider the facts that have been identified by Dick Persson, the previous CEO and the acting CEO, but especially our councillors and particularly Jane Smith and Jillian Hogan. Each has gone to lengths to analyse what happened financially for the Council from 2019 to late 2020. I have watched and listened to all these people and it is evident that the contributing issues for the financial debacle are extremely complex. These include the decision by the Baird Government to amalgamate a number of councils (which) presented an attractive solution to providing the high level of service people have come to expect but (which was ) not given the analysis it required to be a

FORUM sound plan. Perhaps too good to be true. I don’t have access to any of the background to this decision but according to Mr Persson the only problem with the amalgamation was too many councillors. So, he has a thought bubble that nine would be a far better number and, without any detail, asks for support from the community by means of a survey. I have also extensively watched and listened to many Council meetings. It became evident that the councillors were thrown into a new operating system with minimal preparation or resources. I truly believe every one of them wanted to do their best for their community. What happened to each of them over the months from October 2020 to the present has been cruel. They presented the easiest target for all sorts of vitriol. Sadly, very few came to their

defence from both the dominant political parties. Government representatives Shelley Hancock and Adam Crouch found it too easy and attractive to put all the blame on them. Where is the responsibility of the appointed auditors and the CEO? Mr Persson has neglected to identify those faults. The Council administrative staff should have known all the financial facts, presented them to the councillors and given sound advice. The councillors’ responsibility is to understand the needs of their residents, then set priorities for how resources should be spent. I think they did their best to carry out their responsibilities and most of the failure lies outside their realm. So, residents, I urge you to do all the consideration and research necessary, before being beguiled into blaming the easy target and taking revenge on our councillors. Email, Apr 20 Helen Griffiths, Wamberal

Healthy people on a sick planet? Many leaders in industry, politicians, religious leaders, educators and economists continue to try to solve today’s problems with the same thinking that created them. They are down at the bottom of the cliff handing out billions of dollars for drought relief, bush fires, floods, pandemics etc. It is time they climbed to the top of the cliff and dealt with the causes. After years of abuse, the planet is now fighting back with devastating consequences. Will we ever learn that a bankrupt environment equals a bankrupt economy? How many years can taxpayers afford to pay for environmental disasters?

FORUM See Page 2 for address and contribution conditions. Opinions expressed are those of the writer and not necessarily of the newspaper While politicians are intent on increasing immigration numbers to ensure population growth for short term economic benefits, the increase in population is putting more stress on the planet’s limited resources and impacting on the quality of life of all species. Our leaders, including Jackie Taranto, GSC Economic Commissioner (as reported in the Business and Property

section of CCN on April 9), congratulate themselves for turning once productive land with millions of species of flora and fauna into new suburbs with roads, houses, parking stations, shopping malls, absorbing more heat and warming up the planet. As production of food and dumps for our waste moves further out from our markets, the associated costs rise. We need a spiritual change, as advocated by our indigenous community. (We need to) listen to Mother Earth and recognise the sacredness of the planet and the need to live in communion with all species, rather than the patriarchal, abusive attitudes our society has developed. Email, Apr 16 Paul Corkeron, Kincumber

If you've been separated or you're planning to separate, here's how you find out what you're entitled to... A free information session will be presented by Stuart Robertson, a Family Lawyer at Turnbull Hill Lawyers, on Thursday, 6 May from 5.30pm to 7pm. Stuart will explain to you “who gets what” property when you separate from your partner. Because of his experience, Stuart understands the pressures of breaking up and will point out some of the common problems in Family Law property disputes and how to avoid them. He’ll give you tips to help you take control and discuss how

your entitlement is worked out. Stuart will also talk about: • how superannuation is now treated as “property” and how superannuation can be split • whether you get more property if the children are living with you • what happens if you owned a lot of assets in your own name before your marriage • what happens if you have a business. Business owners need early advice on

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Searching for the PM’s energy policy in an empty jar FORUM

The picture of our PM (Scott Morrison) peering into a glass jar, presumably full of hydrogen (CCN 289) but, perhaps, completely empty, isn’t a bad image of our invisible climate policy. Thirty-odd years ago, hydrogen was considered a strong possibility as an alternative fuel, and hydrogen fuel cells were being touted as the solution to our energy problems. Technology has moved on since then, and the widespread introduction of solar and wind power, and the trend towards electric cars has dropped hydrogen considerably down the priority scale as a contributor to the global energy mix. Given the production complications of extracting hydrogen, it isn’t clear just what consumption niche is still open for general application of hydrogen. It is typical of our current government that it is investing

See Page 2 for address and contribution conditions. Opinions expressed are those of the writer and not necessarily of the newspaper in speculative solutions for meeting our energy requirements, when we have well-recognized technologies capable of doing the job and requiring only a concerted research and production effort to make them the standard for our future. Hydrogen is difficult to refine, to transport and to use, and the claim that hydrogen can be extracted from coal without a heavy energy input and without requiring carbon capture (a technology not yet successful anywhere in the world) seems highly fanciful, but it seems

that our PM will do anything to divert attention from the fact that we have no direction and no priorities in this crucial area. Photographs of him sniffing experimental hydrogen do not meet the purpose. Technologies are properly applied for a purpose, which means that you first have a target, then a plan and, then, a technological direction towards your target. Thrashing around aimlessly with random technological fragments and hoping that one of them will solve your political dilemma is a hell of a way to run a railroad, but it seems to be our PM’s preference. We need to stop dragging our feet and join the international community in achieving a carbon-neutral future: Australia is being left behind and will miss out on enormous economic potential, if we don’t come to our senses soon.

Shelley Hancock states (CCN, April 23) “the determination of the Council’s future will be based on the Administrators final report, his two previous reports, views of the local community and expert advice from the Office of Local Government”.

So why is it that the e-petition that was signed by 21,422 people in a matter of days calling for a judicial inquiry is not taking priority over the 5,293 people who signed Adam Crouch’s petition calling for a public inquiry? Adam Crouch pushed his agenda of a public inquiry knowing this would not

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necessarily provide an impartial conclusion and look into the State Government’s handling of the amalgamation. There was great resentment in the community towards the forced amalgamation, for the reason that the amalgamated council would be too big, and the population set to grow too fast. A judicial inquiry is necessary due to its impartiality toward all parties. A public inquiry (will) not cover the issues of the State Government’s part in these events. This may be why a public inquiry is being encouraged.

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The Central Coast community has been bullied by the State Government for years as demonstrated by the Tax Office now gracing the area that would have been our Entertainment Centre, so please listen now to the 20,000+ residents that signed the e-petition and for once do as we have requested! Some people in the community think this would be a waste of money, however it is the only way to stop the political grandstanding and draw a line under the whole issue in order to move on. Central Coast residents deserve that. Email, Apr 27 Hazel Gosling, Empire Bay

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Driver clocks 200km per hour in M1 car chase

A car burst into flames on the M1 Motorway at about midday on Tuesday, April 20.

Three children aged five and under were found in a car being driven by an unlicensed driver involved in a pursuit with police at Mooney Mooney on April 25.

The car was in the southbound emergency breakdown lane, just under Dog Trap Rd, Ourimbah, and was well alight when crews arrived from Narara and Warnervale Rural Fire Brigades as well as Fire and Rescue NSW Berkeley Vale. They extinguished the fire and stayed at the scene until the completely burnt-out vehicle cooled before it could be safely removed by an RMS tow truck. No one in the vehicle was injured and traffic on the M1 quickly resumed normal flow with minimal disruption.

At about 11.20pm officers from Kuring Gai Highway Patrol were conducting speed enforcement on the M1 at Mooney Mooney when they detected a Holden Commodore allegedly speeding; a pursuit was initiated when the driver failed to stop when directed. Police will allege the car reached speeds of up to 200km/h during the pursuit in

Three new recruits for Gosford Police Station

Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, said police officers put their lives on the line every day to protect the community. “Being sworn in as a police officer is a great honour and I commend these three new recruits for making the brave decision to put the community’s safety ahead of their own,” Crouch said.

Source: Media release, Apr 26 NSW Police media

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Three new Probationary Constables began their careers on the Central Coast on April 27, following an attestation at the Goulburn Police Academy on April 23.

a signposted 110km/h zone along the motorway. A short time later the car stopped after hitting a concrete barrier. Checks revealed the 35-yearold male driver – who held an expired learner permit – was disqualified. A 28-year-old woman, two boys aged seven months and five years, and a three-year-old girl, were passengers in the car. The children were taken to The Children’s Hospital at

Westmead to be checked as a precaution; the girl was treated for bruising. The driver was arrested and taken to Hornsby Police Station where he was charged with police pursuit – not stop – drive dangerously, drive motor vehicle while disqualified, drive with low-range PCA, and speeding. The Tregear man was refused bail to attend Hornsby Local Court on April 26 and a child at risk notification was made by police.

Following eight months of foundational training as part of Class 346 at the Goulburn Police Academy, the three Probationary Constables have reported to Gosford Police Station for the first time and will now undertake a weeklong induction. Class 346 includes 149 men and 55 women. Some recruits entered the NSW Police Academy straight from school or university, while others left established professional careers and trades. Minister for Police and Emergency Services, David

Elliott, congratulated the newest recruits. “Police officers perform a crucial role in protecting the community,” he said. “As the Probationary Constables of Class 346 step into their law enforcement duties they can know that they have the full support of this Government.” The NSW Government is investing $583M to introduce 1,500 extra police officers over four years to enhance community safety. Source: Media release, Apr 27 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

There will be a heightened focus on speeding in the region throughout May as NSW Police and Central Coast Council roll out a collaborative road safety initiative. The clear message – Stop it. Or... cop it. – will be delivered through increased police presence and enforcement on 50km/hr roads and a Councilled education campaign. Traffic and Highway Patrol Inspector, Martin Searle, said it was important to remind the Central Coast community and visitors to slow down and take care on local roads. “Our goal is to help save lives and reduce the incidence and severity of speed-related crashes,” Searle said. “Speeding continues to be the biggest killer on our roads and contributes to 44 percent of all fatalities that occur on our

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region’s roads. “Drivers must observe speed limits at all times – ‘just a bit over’ can be the difference between being able to stop in time or not at all. “Speeding is never OK. “There are many factors outside a driver’s control and the unexpected can happen at any time. “Other people can make mistakes on the road – it is difficult to know what is up ahead.

“We are asking the community to make road safety a priority and slow down, particularly in built up urban areas with 50km/hr zones where vulnerable road users like children, the elderly, cyclists and pedestrians can be.” Council Administrator, Dick Persson, said it is important to work collaboratively to reduce speeding across the region. “You will notice an increase in our messaging aimed at reducing speeding across May and this will work in conjunction with an increased police presence on targeted roads across the Coast,” Persson said. “Education can have a big impact on changing behaviours – we’re encouraging Coasties to drive safely and look out for each other.” Source: Media release, Apr 26 Central Coast Council

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Ranger Mick chalks up 60,000 shows

Australian Reptile Park resident icon, Ranger Mick, has hit an incredible milestone, officially marking his 60,000th show performed at the Park. With two reptile shows, feeding Elvis the crocodile, koala talks, Tasmanian devil talks, spider talks, and more, Ranger Mick spends his days

at the Australian Reptile Park educating visitors about the unique wildlife that calls the Park home. Ranger Mick started at the Park in 1992 with a noticeable love for animals and a flair for keeping visitors entertained and also educated while he told his stories and cracked his jokes to new audiences each and every day.

Fundraiser concert at RSL A concert fundraiser for flood victims on Oxley Island on the Manning River will be held on Saturday, May 8, at the West Gosford RSL. The fundraiser, May8s, will run from 5pm to 11pm and will consist of performances from six local bands. All ticket sales will go to a couple on Oxley Island to help them put their lives together again. TreetH, The Settlers Band, the Frohlich Brothers, BluesAngels, and Rare Treats will play a variety of different music,

including rock, folk, blues, jazz, and more. The night will also consist of activities and gamesn, so guests are encouraged to bring a few spare gold coins to try their luck. Tickets are $20 each and include entry, a copy of the latest Trad&Now magazine and a Pick of the Crop CD. They can be purchased online through www.tradandnow. com, over the counter at Gosford RSL Club or by calling the club on 4323 2311. Jacinta Counihan

It’s estimated that over five million people have witnessed an iconic Ranger Mick talk over the years. He also heads up the Education section at the Park and visits schools from the Central Coast, Sydney and Newcastle to stand before hundreds of students at a time, often introducing them to their first-ever snake. “It has been a dream to be

able to wake up every morning and talk about animals all day to visitors,” Ranger Mick said. “I like to make jokes along the way and keep everyone’s attention the best I can, but there’s no better feeling than standing in front of everyone while a Lace Monitor decides to go to the toilet on you, mid-show. “(I had one person) come

up to me after a show and say thanks to my snake bandage tutorial he was able to save his brother’s life and get him to hospital to receive some of our antivenom.” The Park icon isn’t going anywhere any time soon, and visitors can expect to see Ranger Mick around the Park for a long time yet performing his iconic shows with fun jokes.

“I have seen many different visitors with different stories visiting here at the Australian Reptile Park over the years, and it truly never gets old listening to someone tell me about their impressive reptile collection or their favourite animal … there’s never a dull moment,” he said. Source Media release, Apr 14 Australian Reptile Park

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Saije to strike right note at Rhythm Hut Contemporary folk duo, Saije, will play at The Rhythm Hut in Gosford alongside the 5 Lands Band on Sunday, April 25. Saije is made up of partners Shanteya Lancaster and Jo Ashley from Bellingen on the Mid North Coast. After a year of cancelled tours and limited Shows, Saije said it is great to be able to tour interstate again, especially with international travel not an option. “It has encouraged us to venture further afield in Australia to regions and states we’ve wanted to tour in for years,” Saije said. The two said they are excited to be sharing the night with the 5 Lands Band. “It will be a festive evening full of music, delicious food and drinks, jewellery shop (made by us at Saije Craft) and

Contemporary folk duo, Saije, performing at a recent gig in Western Australia

stories,” they said. “We will be playing the opening set, breathing life into personal stories and messages of connection through a combination of harmonies,

dynamic guitar-lines and various percussion, including foot drums and body percussion. “We are primarily contemporary folk-based

music but incorporate various flavours that we’ve picked up from our travels around the world. “5 Lands Band will be finishing off the evening and

are always a Rhythm Hut favourite with their ‘improvised musical journey flowing straight from the wildly talented minds of professional artists’. “It will be a completely unique

performance, guaranteed to be high quality and bliss for the ears.” Despite being back in action, Saije said the music and gigging industry is still not the same as pre-COVID. “It is hard to say whether it has been easier to book venues - there have possibly been fewer artists willing to risk touring at this time,” Saije said. “But there are also less choices of places to play as many venues and festivals are still not up and running with live music again, so the artists who are touring are all trying to book the same venue.” The show starts at 5.30 pm at The Rhythm Hut, with tickets being sold through The Rhythm Hut website. Jacinta Counihan

Top tribute shows come to Laycock Queen, Pink Floyd, Shirley Bassey and Liza Minnelli will all be honoured in tribute shows the Laycock St Community Theatre over the month of May. Thomas Crane and his band will kick the month off by bringing back to life the visual excitement, sound and stage energy of Queen with the Bohemian Rhapsody show on Friday, May 7, at 8pm. The show will include such hits as We Will Rock You, Crazy Little Thing Called Love, We Are The Champions, Radio Ga Ga, A Kind of Magic, I Want To Break Free, Another One Bites the Dust and Bohemian Rhapsody. Fast forward to Wednesday, May 12, when Monique Montez will star in her show Liza Meets Bassey, consisting of the iconic tunes of two living legends, Dame Shirley Bassey and the incomparable Liza Minnelli. Montez will sing through their most famous hits and share tales of the two along the way. And for some rock, locals can get excited for the Echoes of Pink Floyd tour show, A Journey Through Time, coming to the theatre on Wednesday, May 14. This show will take audiences on a musical and visual journey from Pink Floyd’s earliest days as darlings of 1960s London’s psychedelic underground, all the way to their 1990s powerhouse performances as the undisputed masters of stadium rock. Formed in 2009, Echoes of Pink Floyd comprises a sixpiece band featuring Daniel

Hunter on lead guitar; Jason Miller on drums; Tony Coppola

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Mark MacNab on rhythm and acoustic guitar; and Matt Goodluck on lead vocals. The show will provide insight into the amazing evolution of the seminal English prog rockers throughout their history. The band will perfectly synchronise their playing to the visuals of a four-metre light circle to complete an experience that delivers the sights, sounds and emotions of a genuine Pink Floyd concert. All tickets for these shows can be found on the Laycock St Theatre website. Jacinta Counihan

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Libraries stream Writers Festival highlights

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Central Coast libraries will be live streaming headline speakers from the Sydney Writers Festival on April 30 and May 1, starting with award-winning journalist Barrie Cassidy.

Cassidy will hold two talks over the two days and will be joined by a range of experts and colleagues to discuss the issues of today. At 11am on Friday, April 30, locals can tune into Cassidy’s live-streamed talk with New York journalist and awardwinning author of the biography Joe Biden: American Dreamer, Evan Osnos. Via a video stream from the USA, he will offer his insights into the man taking the presidency in a time of extraordinary turmoil. It will also include a talk from former Premier and Foreign Minister Bob Carr and the United States Studies Centre’s Gorana Grgic, who will reflect on what to expect next from Biden and America. This can be viewed through signing up to watch the live stream from the Gosford Parkhouse and Gosford, Erina,

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Kariong and Tuggerah library. Following this at noon, Judy Blume, the prolific author of irreverent and celebrated books for young and old readers alike, will appear live via video to discuss her storied career with Sophie Black. Beginning in the late 1960s, Judy Blume’s celebrated novels were formative for young readers and future writers alike. Her children’s stories, including Fudge and Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing, were funny, irreverent and riotous precursors to the blockbuster kids’ series of today, and her young adult books were

beloved – and sometimes banned – for their free and frank depictions of puberty and sexuality. Catch Blume’s talk at Gosford, Erina and Tuggerah library. But Not Forgotten is a special panel event at 2pm on April 30 where four festival guests will reflect on the powerful work of Sydney literary great Elizabeth Harrower, legendary political reporter Mungo MacCallum, spymaster John le Carré, and Jan Morris. This can be viewed from Gosford, Erina and Tuggerah Library. Cassidy is back again on Saturday, May 1, finishing the

live stream festival with his discussion with the former deputy leader of the Australian Greens, Scott Ludlam, to discuss his new book, Full Circle, which explores a new political and environmental change approach. They will be joined by Magda Szubanski to discuss the triumphs and disappointments of activism and advocacy and Sally McManus to share the challenges and advantages of expressing dissent from an institutional base. This talk will be held at 10am Saturday, May 1, at Erina and Tuggerah Library.

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Fund Raiser for Flood Victims Saturday May 8

Join us for a concert for our May8s

6 different acts over 6 hours plus lots of fun and frivolity All proceeds to go to flood victim friends on Oxley Island

Where: The Entrance Leagues Club Bateau Bay When: Wednesday 5th May 2021 10:30am to 12:00 noon Tickets $20 0468 408 455 or 0416 241 110 BANK DEPOSIT BSB 633 000 A/C 173 752 643 (PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR NAME)

West Gosford RSL 5PM to 11PM $20 includes entry, free CD & Trad&Now Magazine Book via www.tradandnow.com search for May8s tickets and pay through Paypal. You can also buy tickets over the counter at Gosford RSL Club or by calling the club on (02) 4323 2311 Performers include BluesAngels, Dr Goodvibe, TreetH, Frohlich Brothers, Rare Treats and The Settlers

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Sunday 2 May

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PRIME (C61/60)

News Breakfast [s] 6:00 ABC News Mornings [s] 9:00 Q&A [s] 11:30 George Clarke’s Amazing 12:00 Spaces [s] 12:00 ABC News At Noon [s] 1:00 Back Roads (PG) [s] 1:30 That Pacific Sports Show [s] 2:00 Doctor Foster (M l,s) [s] 3:00 ABC News Afternoons [s] 4:00 International Jazz Day Melbourne *Replay* (PG) [s] 2:00 5:00 The Repair Shop [s] 3:00 5:30 Hard Quiz (PG) [s] 4:00 6:00 The Drum [s] 5:00 7:00 ABC News [s] 6:00 7:30 Gardening Australia [s] 7:00 8:30 Vera: Black Ice (M v) [s] 10:00 Keeping Faith (PG) [s] 11:05 ABC Late News [s] 11:20 The Vaccine [s] 11:35 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering (PG) [s] 12:05 Fisk: Honour Thy Father (M) [s] 8:30 12:35 rage (MA15+) [s] 10:45 12:30 6:00 6:00 rage (PG) [s] 7:00 7:00 Weekend Breakfast [s] 10:00 10:00 rage (PG) [s] 11:00 rage Guest Programmer (PG) 12:00 12:00 ABC News At Noon [s] 2:00 12:30 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces [s] 1:20 Old People’s Home For 4 5:00 Year Olds [s] 2:25 Love On The Spectrum (PG) 5:30 3:25 Anh’s Brush With Fame (PG) 3:55 Ask The Doctor (PG) [s] 4:30 Landline [s] 5:00 Football: A-League: Brisbane Roar v Wellington Phoenix *Live* From Moreton Daily Stadium [s] 6:00 7:00 ABC News [s] 7:00 7:30 The Durrells (PG) [s] 8:20 Finding Alice (M l) [s] 9:10 Wakefield (M l,d) [s] 11:00 10:10 The Split (PG) [s] 12:00 11:10 Doctor Foster (M l,s) [s] 12:05 rage Guest Programmer (MA15+) [s] 1:00 5:00 rage (PG) [s] 6:00 6:00 rage (PG) [s] 7:00 7:00 Weekend Breakfast [s] 10:00 9:00 Insiders [s] 10:00 Offsiders [s] 12:00 10:30 The World This Week [s] 1:00 11:00 Compass (PG) [s] 1:30 11:30 Songs Of Praise [s] 3:15 12:00 ABC News at Noon [s] 4:00 12:30 Landline [s] 5:00 1:30 Gardening Australia [s] 5:30 2:35 Australia Remastered [s] 6:00 3:30 Restoration Australia [s] 7:00 4:30 Back Roads [s] 5:00 Anh’s Brush With Fame (PG) 8:30 5:30 Antiques Roadshow [s] 6:30 Compass (PG) [s] 7:00 ABC News Sunday [s] 9:50 7:40 Spicks And Specks [s] 8:30 Wakefield (M l,d) [s] 9:25 Movie: “Strictly Ballroom” (PG) 10:55 (’92) Stars: Paul Mercurio 12:00 11:00 Top Of The Lake: China Girl: Birthday (M l,n) [s] 12:05 Keeping Faith (M l,v) [s] 1:10 Rake (M l,d) [s] 2:05 rage (MA15+) 2:00

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

6:00 Sunrise [s] 9:00 The Morning Show [s] 11:30 Seven Morning News [s] 12:00 Movie: “Jesse Stone: Sea Change” (M v,s) (’07) – Jesse 1:00 Stone’s relationship with his exwife is getting more and more 3:00 difficult. To ensure that he does 4:00 not fall back into his old drinking 5:00 6:00 habits again, he tries to solve 7:00 an old case. Stars: Tom 7:30 Selleck, Kathy Baker House Of Wellness [s] The Chase UK [s] Seven News At 4 [s] 9:50 The Chase Australia [s] 10:35 Seven News [s] Better Homes And Gardens [s] – Joh and Karen jump in the car for a road trip along the mighty Murray River. Adam builds a stylistic shelving unit from plywood. Program To Be Advised 1:05 Program To Be Advised 1:30 Home Shopping 6:00 Home Shopping 7:00 Weekend Sunrise [s] 10:00 The Morning Show 12:00 Weekend [s] 12:30 Program To Be Advised 1:00 AFL: Round 7: Adelaide v 2:00 GWS *Live* From Adelaide 2:30 Oval [s] 3:00 Seven News At 5 [s] Border Security - Australia’s Front Line (PG) [s] – A woman 5:00 attempts to smuggle a very 5:30 expensive gift back into Australia. A male escort and his 6:00 boyfriend are held in separate 7:00 7:30 interview rooms and some 8:30 admissions may shock. Seven News [s] AFL: Round 7: Sydney Swans vs Geelong Cats *Live* From 11:00 The SCG [s] Program To Be Advised 12:00 Anh Does Italy 2 (PG) [s] – Continuing his Italy tour, Anh 2:00 travels south to Naples. 5:30 Home Shopping 6:00 Home Shopping 7:00 Weekend Sunrise [s] 10:00 The Morning Show 11:00 Weekend (PG) [s] 1:00 House Of Wellness (PG) [s] Kochie’s Business Builders Program To Be Advised 3:00 Highway Cops (PG) [s] Better Homes And Gardens Seven News At 5 [s] Sydney Weekender (PG) [s] 6:00 Seven News [s] 7:00 Big Brother (M) [s] Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous: Date With A Serial Killer - Rodney Francis Cameron (MA15+) [s] 8:50 Manhunt: The Raoul Moat Story (M v) [s] 9:50 The Blacklist: 10:50 Roanoke (MA15+) [s] Movie: “Lizzie Borden Took An 11:40 Ax” (MA15+) (’14) Stars: Christina Ricci, Clea DuVall 12:30 Botsford 1:00 Home Shopping

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

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Today [s] 6:00 Today Extra [s] 8:30 NINE’s Morning News [s] 12:00 Ellen (PG) [s] 1:00 Movie: “St Vincent” (M v,s,l) 2:00 2:30 (’14) Stars: Bill Murray Tipping Point [s] 3:00 NINE’s Afternoon News [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] 3:30 NINE News [s] 4:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] 4:30 NRL: Brisbane Broncos v Gold 5:00 Coast Titans *Live* From Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane [s] 6:00 6:30 NRL: Golden Point [s] 7:30 Movie: “Creed: The Rocky 8:30 Legacy” (M v,l) (’15) – The former World Heavyweight Champion Rocky Balboa serves 9:30 as a trainer and mentor to Adonis Johnson, the son of his 10:30 late friend and former rival Apollo Creed. Stars: Sylvester 11:30 12:30 Stallone, Michael B. Jordan Award Winning Tasmania [s] Home Shopping 1:30 6:00 Easy Eats [s] 6:30 Weekend Today [s] 7:00 Today Extra - Saturday [s] Award Winning Tasmania [s] 7:30 Suncorp One House [s] 8:30 Desert Vet (PG) [s] 9:30 The Pet Rescuers (PG) [s] 12:00 The Garden Gurus [s] 12:30 Netball: Suncorp Super Netball: Vixens v Fever *Live* 1:00 1:30 From John Cain Arena [s] 2:30 NINE News: First At Five [s] Getaway (PG) [s] 3:00 NINE News Saturday [s] 3:30 A Current Affair (PG) [s] 4:30 Space Invaders (PG) [s] 5:00 Movie: “Rocketman” (M v,l) 6:00 (’19) Stars: Taron Egerton, 6:30 Jamie Bell, Richard Madden, 7:00 Bryce Dallas Howard 8:00 Elton John Uncensored 10:20 (M d,l) [s] Movie: “Begin Again” (M l) (’13) 11:30 Stars: Keira Knightley 12:30 Home Shopping 5:00 Wesley Impact [s] 6:00 Easy Eats [s] 7:30 Weekend Today [s] 8:00 Sports Sunday (PG) [s] Sunday Footy Show (PG) [s] 8:30 9:00 Netball: Suncorp Super Netball: Firebirds v Swifts *Live* 9:30 From Nissan Arena, Brisbane 12:00 12:30 NRL: St George Illawarra Dragons v Wests Tigers *Live* 1:00 1:30 From WIN Stadium, 2:00 Wollongong [s] 3:10 NINE News Sunday [s] Lego Masters Australia (PG) 3:30 4:00 [s] – Teams must build 4:30 something that floats, suspended from their very own 5:00 6:00 hot air balloon. 6:30 60 Minutes (PG) [s] Australian Crime Stories: The 7:30 9:10 Chinese Takeaway (M) [s] Shallow Grave: 10:10 The Puzzle (MA15+) [s] The First 48: 11:10 Bound And Burned (M v) [s] 12:00 The Xtreme CollXtion [s] 4:30 Destination WA [s]

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

Headline News [s] Studio 10 (PG) [s] Dr Phil (PG) [s] The Living Room [s] Entertainment Tonight [s] Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield [s] Judge Judy (PG) [s] My Market Kitchen [s] Good Chef Bad Chef [s] The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 10 News First [s] WIN News [s] The Project (PG) [s] The Living Room [s] The Graham Norton Show (M l,s) [s] Hughesy, We Have A Problem: Best Of: Family Matters (M s) [s] The Project (PG) [s] WIN’s All Australian News [s] The Late Show With Stephen Colbert (PG) [s] Home Shopping Which Car? [s] Entertainment Tonight [s] Escape Fishing With ET [s] Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures [s] The Offroad Adventure Show Studio 10 Saturday (PG) [s] Good Chef Bad Chef [s] Luca’s Key Ingredient [s] My Market Kitchen [s] The Dog House (PG) [s] Taste Of Australia With Hayden Quinn [s] What’s Up Down Under [s] Program To Be Advised Living On The Coast [s] 10 News First [s] Advancing Australia [s] Bondi Rescue (PG) [s] The Dog House (PG) [s] Ambulance UK (M) [s] 999: What’s Your Emergency? (M) [s] Program To Be Advised Home Shopping Religious Programs Religious Programs [s] Fishing Australia [s] Pooches At Play [s] Freshly Picked [s] Australia By Design [s] Studio 10 Sunday [s] Advancing Australia [s] Left Off The Map [s] My Market Kitchen [s] Good Chef Bad Chef [s] Program To Be Advised Everyday Gourmet [s] Road Less Travelled [s] Fishing Australia [s] Taste Of Australia [s] 10 News First [s] WIN News [s] The Sunday Project (PG) [s] MasterChef Australia (PG) [s] FBI: Most Wanted: Obstruction (M) [s] FBI: Most Wanted: Little Egypt (M) [s] The Sunday Project (PG) [s] Home Shopping CBS This Morning [s]

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

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France 24 Feature News NHK World English News Worldwatch PBS Newshour Nazi Megastructures (PG) NITV News: Nula Lucknow (PG) (In English/ Hindi) The Cook Up With Adam Liaw (PG) Queen Victoria And Her Nine Children (PG) Jeopardy! (PG) Letters And Numbers Mastermind Australia SBS World News Hunting Egypt’s Lost Treasures: Tomb Raiders (M) London: 2,000 Years Of History (PG) Patriot Brains (M) 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown (PG) SBS World News Late John And Yoko: Above Us Only Sky (M) France 24 Feature News NHK World English News Worldwatch PBS Newshour Small Business Secrets The Untold Story Of Australian Wrestling Football: FIFA World Cup 2022 Magazine Sportswoman Travel Man: Venice (PG) Planet Expedition (PG) Hunting Nazi Treasure (M) SBS World News World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys: Norway (M) Britain’s Most Historic Towns: Tudor Norwich (PG) Movie: “Bleed For This” (M l,n,v) (’16) Stars: Miles Teller Movie: “Roman J Israel Esq” (M) (’17) Stars: Denzel Washington, Colin Farrell Movie: “The Last Temptation Of Christ” (M s,v) (’88) Stars: Willem Dafoe, Harvey Keitel France 24 Feature News NHK World English News Worldwatch Motorsport: Australian Motocross Championship, Canberra, Round 2 *Live* Cycling: Liege-Bastogne-Liege Womens Race Highlights Sportswoman Destination Flavour China Bitesize Travel Man: Dubai Hunting Nazi Treasure (PG) SBS World News Egypt’s Top Ten Treasures (PG) Sydney’s Super Tunnel: Fast Tracked (PG) American Insurrection (M) Who Gets To Stay In Australia? (PG) Michael Mosley: Make Me Smart/ Make Me Live Forever/ Make Me Stay Awake (M) Alex Polizzi The Fixer (PG) Japan Destination Flavour

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

Monday 3 May

ABC (C20/21)

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12:05 12:35 1:05 6:00 9:00 10:00 10:45 11:00 12:00 1:00 2:00 3:00 4:00 4:55 5:25 6:00 7:00 7:30 8:00 8:30 9:35 10:25 10:55 12:00 12:30 6:00 9:00 10:00 10:30 11:00 12:00 12:30 1:35 1:55 3:00 4:00 4:55 5:30 6:00 7:00 7:30 8:00 8:30 9:00 9:30 10:00 10:35 11:05 11:50 12:10

Thursday 6 May

6:00 9:00 10:00 10:30 11:00 12:00 1:00 1:30 2:00 3:00 4:00 4:55 5:30 6:00 6:55 7:00 7:30 8:00 8:30 9:35 10:35 11:10 12:10

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Sunrise [s] The Morning Show (PG) [s] Seven Morning News [s] Movie: “Last Man Standing” (M v,s,l) (’96) Stars: Bruce Willis, Christopher Walken, Bruce Dern, Karina Lombard Autopsy USA: Dennis Wilson (M) [s] The Chase UK [s] Seven News At 4 [s] The Chase Australia [s] Seven News [s] Home And Away (PG) [s] Big Brother (M) [s] The Good Doctor: Waiting (M) [s] – After a political protest turns violent, the team races to save two young gunshot victims. The Resident: After The Storm (M) [s] The Latest Seven News [s] Station 19: Satellite Of Love (M l) [s] Home Shopping

6:00 News Breakfast [s] 9:00 ABC News Mornings [s] Stan Grant’s One Plus One [s] 11:30 12:00 Gardening Australia [s] Program To Be Advised ABC News At Noon [s] National Press Club Address 2:00 Media Watch [s] 3:00 Informer (M l,d,v) [s] 4:00 ABC News Afternoons [s] 5:00 Think Tank (PG) [s] Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery 6:00 7:00 (PG) [s] 7:30 Hard Quiz (PG) [s] 9:00 The Drum [s] ABC News [s] 7.30 (PG) [s] Hard Quiz (PG) [s] The Weekly (PG) [s] You Can’t Ask That (PG) [s] QI: Rest And Recreation (M) [s] 10:00 The Set [s] 11:00 ABC Late News [s] 11:30 Four Corners (PG) [s] Media Watch (PG) [s] 12:30 Insert Name Here (M) [s]

Sunrise [s] The Morning Show [s] Seven Morning News [s] Movie: “Surrender Dorothy” (M d,s) (’06) Stars: Diane Keaton, Tom Everett Scott Autopsy USA: Anissa Jones (M) [s] The Chase UK [s] Seven News At 4 [s] The Chase Australia [s] Seven News [s] Home And Away (PG) [s] Big Brother (M) [s] Reckoning: RRK Is Dead (MA15+) [s] – Mike launches back into his old investigation after Gretchen is found dead and all the clues point to the Russian River Killer, aka RRK. Murder In The Outback: The Falconio & Lees Mystery (M) [s] The Latest Seven News [s] Autopsy USA: Corey Haim (M) [s] Home Shopping

5:30 9:00 11:30 12:00 1:00 1:10 1:40 3:00 4:00 5:00 6:00 7:00 7:30 8:30

6:00 News Breakfast [s] 9:00 ABC News Mornings [s] 11:30 Australian Story [s] Anh’s Brush With Fame (PG) 12:00 Greta Thunberg: A Year To 2:00 Change The World (PG) [s] ABC News At Noon [s] 3:00 Hard Quiz (PG) [s] 4:00 The Weekly With Charlie 5:00 Pickering (PG) [s] 6:00 Informer (M) [s] 7:00 ABC News Afternoons [s] 8:30 Think Tank (PG) [s] Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery (PG) [s] Hard Quiz (PG) [s] The Drum [s] Sammy J [s] ABC News [s] 7.30 (PG) [s] Back Roads [s] 9:30 Q&A [s] Trump Takes On The World 10:30 ABC Late News [s] Employable Me Australia (M l) 11:00 12:00 Insert Name Here (M) [s]

5:30 Sunrise [s] 9:00 The Morning Show [s] 11:30 Seven Morning News [s] 12:00 Movie: “The Grim Sleeper” 1:00 (M v) (’14) Stars: Macy Gray 2:00 Autopsy USA: 3:00 Gary Coleman (M) [s] 4:00 The Chase UK [s] 5:00 Seven News At 4 [s] 6:00 The Chase Australia [s] 7:00 Seven News [s] 7:30 Home And Away (PG) [s] The Clown And The Candyman (MA15+) [s] – A Chicago teen disappears, and 9:45 36-year-old John Wayne Gacy 10:30 11:00 becomes the prime suspect. But what begins as a suspected kidnapping, ends with the grisly discovery of twenty nine bodies buried beneath his home. Murder In The Outback: The Falconio & Lees Mystery (M) [s] 11:50 The Latest Seven News [s] 12:40 The Front Bar (M) [s] 1:30 Zumbo’s Just Desserts [s]

News Breakfast [s] ABC News Mornings [s] Four Corners (PG) [s] First Nation Farmers [s] Antiques Roadshow [s] ABC News At Noon [s] Finding Alice (M l) [s] Informer [s] ABC News Afternoons [s] Think Tank (PG) [s] Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery (PG) [s] Hard Quiz (PG) [s] The Drum [s] ABC News [s] 7.30 (PG) [s] Anh’s Brush With Fame (PG) Old People’s Home For 4 Year Olds (PG) [s] The Day Will And Kate Got Married (PG) [s] ABC Late News [s] Q&A (M l,s) [s] Black Comedy (M) [s] Back In Very Small Business (M l) [s]

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

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

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Sunrise [s] The Morning Show (PG) [s] Seven Morning News [s] Movie: “The Lost Wife Of Robert Durst” (M v) (’17) – Young and wide eyed, Kathie falls in love with charming yet quirky real estate scion Robert Durst, only to find their marriage turning stranger, darker and more disturbing as time passes. Stars: Katharine McPhee, Daniel Gillies, Jesse Hutch, John Glover Autopsy USA: Bernie Mac (M) The Chase UK [s] Seven News At 4 [s] The Chase Australia [s] Seven News [s] Home And Away (PG) [s] Big Brother (M) [s] 9-1-1: Blindsided (M) [s] S.W.A.T.: Fire In The Sky (M) The Latest Seven News [s] Station 19: Ice Ice Baby (M l) Home Shopping

News Breakfast [s] ABC News Mornings [s] Landline [s] Magical Land Of Oz [s] ABC News At Noon [s] The Durrells (PG) [s] Informer (M l,v) [s] ABC News Afternoons [s] Think Tank (PG) [s] Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery (PG) [s] Hard Quiz (PG) [s] The Drum [s] ABC News [s] 7.30 (PG) [s] Australian Story (PG) [s] Four Corners (PG) [s] Media Watch (PG) [s] Greta Thunberg: A Year To Change The World (PG) [s] ABC Late News [s] Old People’s Home For 4 Year Olds (PG) [s] Insert Name Here (M s) [s] Back In Very Small Business Rake (M l,d) [s]

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Today [s] 6:00 Today Extra [s] 8:30 NINE’s Morning News [s] 12:00 Ellen (PG) [s] 1:00 Explore [s] 2:40 Lego Masters Australia (PG) 3:00 Tipping Point [s] 3:30 NINE’s Afternoon News [s] 4:00 4:30 Millionaire Hot Seat [s] NINE News [s] 5:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] Lego Masters Australia (PG) 6:00 6:30 Law & Order: Organized Crime: The Stuff That Dreams 7:30 Are Made Of (M) [s] 100% Footy (M) [s] – Phil Gould, Paul Gallen, James 8:40 Bracey and more debate the biggest issues in Rugby League 9:40 alongside the games most 10:40 influential figures. NINE News Late [s] 11:40 The Arrangement: Pilot (M) [s] 12:40 Tipping Point [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] 1:30 Home Shopping 4:30 Today [s] Today Extra [s] NINE’s Morning News [s] Ellen (PG) [s] Garden Gurus Moments [s] Getaway [s] Lego Masters Australia (PG) Tipping Point [s] NINE’s Afternoon News [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] NINE News [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] Lego Masters Australia (PG) The Weakest Link (PG) [s] – Weakest Link returns to Australian screens with a brand new series and new host, comedian and actress Magda Szubanski. Botched: Most Memorable Celebrity Patients (M mp) [s] NINE News Late [s] Australian Scandal: Fall From Grace (M d,s,l) [s] Emergence: 2 Mg Cu Bid (M v) A Current Affair (PG) [s] Today [s] Today Extra [s] NINE’s Morning News [s] Ellen (PG) [s] Explore [s] Driving Test (PG) [s] Lego Masters Australia (PG) Tipping Point [s] NINE’s Afternoon News [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] NINE News [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] Travel Guides: Mauritius (PG) Doctor Doctor (PG) [s] – Hugh and Penny set aside their differences to fight for the rights of a terminally ill young mother. As she faces criminal charges, Meryl ropes in Hayley to hide evidence of her corruption from Sharna. New Amsterdam: Radical (M) NINE News Late [s] The Enemy Within: (M) [s] Timeless (M) [s] Tipping Point [s]

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6:00 Today [s] 8:30 Today Extra [s] 12:00 NINE’s Morning News [s] 1:00 Ellen (PG) [s] 2:10 Doctor Doctor (PG) [s] Desperate Housewives (M) [s] 2:30 3:30 Tipping Point [s] 4:00 NINE’s Afternoon News [s] 4:30 Millionaire Hot Seat [s] NINE News [s] 5:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] NRL: South Sydney Rabbitohs 6:30 v Melbourne Storm *Live* From 7:30 ANZ Stadium, Sydney [s] 9:40 NRL: Knock Off [s] NINE News Late [s] Manifest: Course Deviation (M) [s] – When Grace’s pregnancy complicates the pursuit of a calling, Ben finds himself 10:40 working alongside an uneasy new ally. 11:30 The First 48: Game Over/ Long 12:30 Walk Home (M v) [s] 1:30 Tipping Point [s] 2:30 Home Shopping 4:30

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

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Headline News [s] 5:00 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 5:15 Dr Phil (PG) [s] 5:30 Program To Be Advised 1:00 Entertainment Tonight [s] 2:05 Everyday Gourmet [s] 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 3:30 My Market Kitchen [s] Good Chef Bad Chef [s] 4:00 The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 10 News First [s] 5:05 WIN News [s] 5:30 The Project (PG) [s] 6:00 MasterChef Australia (PG) [s] 6:30 How To Stay Married (M s) [s] 7:30 – Greg spies an older boy eating Chloe’s lunch and 8:30 instantly concludes his daughter 9:30 is being bullied. 10:00 NCIS: Sangre (M v) [s] 10:30 NCIS: Los Angeles: 11:00 Imposter Syndrome (M) [s] 12:00 WIN’s All Australian News [s] 1:50 The Project (PG) [s] The Late Show (PG) [s] 3:40

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The Wife Upstairs Author: Rachel Hawkins Publisher: HarperCollins

Jane comes from a bit of mysterious background. When she was younger, she was in foster care, with less than desirable foster parents. She has changed her name and is running away from someone or something which makes her leave Phoenix. She ends up in Birmingham, Alabama and is currently renting a room from John. She hopes she can get out of there soon – John is a jerk, she doesn’t like the way he looks at her and he has the audacity to eat her yogurt, even when it clearly has her name written on it. Everyone hates when that

happens. Jane lands a job as a dog-walker in the very affluent area of Thornfield Estates, where houses have “eight bathrooms and seven bedrooms, a formal living room and a family den an upstairs lounge and a gentleman’s study.” If someone has something the rest of the residents are going to want it, as it is very important to ‘Keep up with the Joneses’. Hence why Jane now walks several dogs in the area. She also seems to have sticky fingers, woe be the housewife that carelessly leaves a pair of diamond earrings laying around. Jane is out walking one rainy day, when lost in a day-dream she almost gets hit by a car driven by Eddie Rochester. Eddie is a recent widower, his wife was Bea, the owner of Southern Manor, a Fortune 500 company. Bea and her best friend Blanche have gone missing.

They were away for a weekend and it is believed they were drunk when they took the boat out on the lake and fell overboard. Eddie has had her declared dead. After almost hitting Jane with his care he invites her in for a coffee. Eddie ends up getting a dog, named Adele. That dog will need someone to walk it.

Eddie offers Jane an out to her less than desirable life. He is rich and handsome, and she is plain and wanting a better life. She tries to fit into the area, starts dressing like the other women, going to charity events, beautifying the area. But she isn’t one of them and she tries to find out more about Bea. She wonders why there aren’t many photos of her in Eddie’s house, while Tripp has heaps of photos of Blanche. Then they find Blanches body in the lake, but where is Bea’s body? If this list of characters sounds familiar, it should. The names are right out of Jane Eyre (by the way the best book eve – if they don’t sound familiar do yourself a favour and read Jane Eyre right now!) It is probably a shame that the author loosely used the story line and the character names from such a classy book as I kept making

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comparisons, and of course The Wife Upstairs came up short. The story started to intrigue me but then fell apart and just annoyed me. And don’t get me started about the ending. I’d give this one a miss. Kim Reardon The Reluctant Book Critic

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ARTS & CULTURE CENTRAL COAST ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE

Free social French conversation groups, small classes at East Gosford and Bateau Bay Inquiries - Nathalie 0416 303 804 www.afcentralcoast.org.au afcentralcoast@gmail.com

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HANDWEAVERS, SPINNERS AND TEXTILE ARTS GUILD

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

CENTRAL COAST WATERCOLOUR SOCIETY

CENTRAL COAST ART SOCIETY

Lectures, demonstrations and discussion. Weekly paint-outs enquiries Tuesday. Phone: 0428 439 180 Workshops: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays 9.30 am to 12.30 pm, at Gosford Regional Gallery & Art Centre. Phone: 0409 666 709 Social Meetings 1.30 pm on 4th Wednesday for demonstration 4325 1420

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TUGGERAH LAKES ART SOCIETY

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

Art society for artists painting in watercolour Workshops, beginners classes and paint outs Details on our website 0435 466 526

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COMMUNITY GROUPS ABC - “The Friends”

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

CENTRAL COAST CARAVANNERS

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

COMMUNITY LEGAL CENTRE

CENTRAL COAST POETS INC

Not for profit service providing free legal advice Mon - Fri 9am to 5pm 4353 4988

Would you like to read, write and share your poetry. contact@centralcoastclc.org.au We hold workshops and create anthologies. LEARN TO DANCE We meet the second Saturday Social ballroom dancing for all each month. ages, all you need is a desire Wyoming Memorial Community to learn and dance, Hall. Contact us by email no partner required. info@centralcoastpoets.com.au meet every Wed -15 Lorraine or you may ring Clive

Ave Berkeley Vale, 2:00pm Anne - 0409 938 345

scrapbooking, sit & sew, table tennis, Ukulele 4304 7065

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The revamped CCMDC is open. Schools and Group bookings School Holiday activities, welcome by appointment. playgroup, multicultural Building has special needs programs, community activities access and toilets Rooms for Hire Open 7 days 9am – 3pm. 4329 4477 Terrigal. admin@gnnc.com.au 4385 5027 ccmdc@bigpond.com www.ccmdc.org.au

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Pension and welfare officers available to assist with DVA compensation claims and benefits Breakers Country Club Wed & Fri 10am – Midday Meet 2nd Sat 10am 4384 2661

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Enjoy a diverse range of courses and activities for seniors. Keep your mind active and make new friends. 0408 704 701

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

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

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Visit our c1838 Cottage & Museum with exhibits of early settlers. School and group bookings. Members & volunteers welcome. Open Wed/Sat/Sun 10.30am 2:30pm. West Gosford 4325 2270

Support for those suffering with asbestos diseases and others interested in asbestos issues. You are not alone, meet www.henrykendallcottage.org.au VOLUNTEERING Brisbane Water Historical Society with others who can share CENTRAL COAST their experiences. Bring a Refer potential volunteers to family member or friend. FELLOWSHIP OF community organisations & 1pm at Ourimbah RSL on provide support to them. FIRST FLEETERS fourth Wed of each month. Training to volunteers and For anyone interested in early Maree 0419 418 190 managers of volunteers Info history. sessions held regularly. Don’t need to be a First Fleeter. DYING WITH DIGNITY 4329 7122 Point Clare Community Hall Campaigning to give those recruit@volcc.org.au 2nd Sat 10:30am suffering unrelievable terminal 4392 1926, 4311 6254 COMMUNITY CENTRES or incurable illness the choice to receive legal medical assistance to die. GOSFORD 50+ LEISURE Quarterly mtgs, Erina Fair. COASTAL A CAPPELLA AND LEARNING CENTRE 0434 426 486 Award winning women’s Mon-Fri robyncameron@y7mail.com a cappella chorus. Chess, darts, handicraft, indoor Music education provided. bowls, knitting, line dancing, PROSTATE CANCER Rehearsals Tuesday 7pm @ origami, painting, pencil Red Tree Theatre Tuggerah. SUPPORT GROUP drawing, scrabble, www.centralcoast.u3anet.org.au

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

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

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

SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL BRISBANE WATER

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

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

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DOWN IN THE GARDEN: ITS GOT TO BE GARLIC cultures at times. It was looked upon as ‘unclean’ by religions including Hinduism, Islam and some sectors of Buddhism and Christianity at different times. The Ancient Greeks thought that garlic-breath was an offence in their some of their temples and so consumption was banned before worship. The protection myths though are very plentiful and are probably related to the obvious health benefits that garlic shares. It’s not just Dracula and other vampires that are said to fear this plant but all demons and evil spirits. The Sanskrit name for garlic, ‘Ishunm’ translates to ‘slayer of monsters’ and it is thought throughout many folklores around the world that sleeping with a clove under your pillow will indeed protect you from such evil-doers while sleeping and from nightmares. TIME TO GET YOUR HANDS DIRTY CHERALYN DARCEY

It is garlic planting time on the Coast and across temperate areas of Australia right now. Good news is, they are one of the easiest plants to grow and home-grown means more flavour and nutrients. This wonderful veggie can be planted in pots and garden beds and can be used fresh or stored for use all year round. What’s the story with garlic, which are the best types for you to consider growing and how can you use it? Let’s find out. Which Garlic? Garlic (Allium sativum), probably originated in the western areas of Asia, but it is such a longcultivated plant that we cannot be completely sure. The Ancient peoples of Egypt, China and India, all have recorded histories of growing and using garlic as a medicinal and culinary plant with some even attributing mystical properties to it. Most commercial garlic is treated with a chemical to render it sterile, so you won’t be able to use those bulbs for propagation and it’s handy to know that there are two types of garlic, ‘hardneck’ which has flowers and ‘soft-neck’ which does not. Soft-neck garlic will store for longer than it’s hard-neck friend, but I do like the flowers which are also edible, and the spikes make amazing, dried foliage material. Another factor you will need to consider is that you probably won’t end up with as large a bulb size as you find in the shops, but you will have leaves and you can eat those as well. Types to consider: Dynamite Purple, Spanish Roja, White Crookneck, Giant Russian, Melbourne Market. Get Growing The soil must be open, free-draining and wellprepared with compost – pH level sitting between 6.5 and 7.5 is best and whether you decide to grow in the garden or in pots, find a sunny spot. Garlic can be planted by seed but is mostly cultivated via bulbs. To do this, gently separate the bulb into individual cloves and only use the larger ones. Plant directly in their final designation into the soil with the tips just below the surface and firm down. Garlic is not a fan of weeds so keep it tidy and water should be consistent but don’t drown your plant. They just don’t like to get soggy feet or humidity. Water seedlings a few times a week until they

are a couple of months old and then back off to once or twice a week. Feed every second week with a seaweed-based fertiliser, as they love it and mulch with your usual veggie garden mulch medium but ensure you don’t crowd the plants as air flow and low humidly are important. Harvest most varieties at around the five-month mark but this will depend greatly on type. You will know they are ready as the leaves will begin to wilt and yellow around this time. Lift gently, keep the leaves intact and hang to dry for a few weeks in a warm, sheltered spot to cure before storing in a cool, dry, dark place. The leaves are left on during the curing process so that all additional nutrients are pulled down into the bulb. Don’t forget to save some of those bulbs for next year’s planting. You can find garlic to grow at your local nursery or online: diggers.com.au or theseedgarlicshop. com.au and Giant Russian Garlic: naglesfallsfarm. com.au Garlic Pesticide Along with growing garlic, make this spray from it to combat pests in your garden. Blend together 4 cloves of garlic with 1 cup of water and a teaspoon of dishwashing liquid (not antibacterial), strain into 500ml spray bottle and top with water.

Spray onto plants to deter pests (test on a few leaves first). Companion Gardening Garlic will grow really well with beetroot, carrots, strawberries, lettuce and roses and provides a fair amount of protection from various pests but it should never be planted alongside beans or peas as it will stunt their growth and production. Medicinal Use of Garlic How good is it? Well, it has been used as both an antiseptic and an antibacterial agent for over 3,000 years. Garlic is still used for these reasons in herbal medicine today along with treatments for digestive issues, respiratory diseases and for circulatory benefits as well. Garlic Folklore Firstly, don’t go giving garlic flowers to those you love because in the Language of Flowers and Plants, it means ‘Go away you evil one.’ (Could be handy at other times though, so hold that thought!) As much as we in Western cultures would like to believe that garlic has always been considered the great protector and many points throughout history support this, it’s just not always the case. While you will find that along with traditions, such as the roasting and sharing of garlic cloves on Midsummer’s Eve in France to use as protective amulets, garlic was actually forbidden in many

Garlic Potato Sticks

Makes 8 sticks - As seasonings go, garlic is the go! You can use the entire plant with the leaves and flowers having a subtle variant on the bulb flavour. Leaves are great in stir fries, flowers and bulbs in just about anything. Here is something a little bit different to try either on the BBQ or for the adventurous, over a fire pit. 8 large food skewers 8 large roasting potatoes 1 tbs of dried or 1tsp fresh herbs of your choice 2 tbs olive oil 3 tsp butter 2 large cloves of minced garlic Chop washed potatoes into 3cm approximate cubes. Skin can be left on or taken off to suit you. Cook in boiling water until just soft. Drain well and then thread onto skewers. Mix together all remaining ingredients and brush well over the potato skewers. Place onto a well-oiled grill or use a non-stick sheet. Turn and keep basting with mixture until skewers are golden brown. Season with salt and pepper if desired. Serve as a treat or accompaniment to a meal.

I’ve seen them, you’ve seen them, the dreaded white cabbage moth is everywhere! Get those nets up, decoys out and try planting a sacrificial crop over on the edge of your garden of a few brassicas. What you can plant this week includes: artichoke, Asian greens, asparagus, broad beans, cauliflower, chives, coriander, dill, endive, kale, leek, lettuce, mint, mustard greens, onion, garlic, silverbeet, snow peas, spinach, turnip, ageratum, alyssum, columbine, calendula, candytuft, carnation, delphinium, foxglove, gypsophila. IN SEASON FOR MAY A selection of available foods in season during may: Asian greens, apples, avocado, beetroot, banana, brussels sprouts, cabbage, chestnuts, carrot, celeriac, custard apple, celery, cumquat, dates, feijoa, eggplant, eschalot, fennel, grapes, garlic, ginger, kiwifruit, hazelnuts, horseradish, kale, leek, lemon, lime, lettuce, mushrooms, mandarin, nashi, okra, onions, olives, pear, peanuts, persimmon, parsnip, pomegranate, potato, peas, pumpkin, quince, silverbeet, squash, swede, sweet corn, spring onion, sweet potato, spinach, rhubarb, taro, turnip, tomato, walnuts, witlof, zucchini AROUND THE COAST THIS WEEK CEN Wildplant Nursery Sale Day 9am to 12pm Sat 1st May. CEN Office 18 Brush Rd, Ourimbah. Follow the plant sale signs. A range of local native plants available including ground covers and herbs, shrubs and trees, bush food, bird attracting, native bee attracting, frog friendly and screen plants. Breakfast with Alpacas 8:30am - 11:30am Sun 2nd May. Iris Lodge Alpacas, 33 Dunks Lane, Jilliby. An interesting and fun way to start the day and exactly how it sounds, enjoy breakfast along with these beautiful animals. NSW Dine & Discovery Voucher accepted, to book: irislodgealpacas.com Let’s Paint A Field of Daisies with Mum 6:00pm - 9:00pm Fri May 7th. The Creative Hub Australia, 4/96 The Entrance Rd, The Entrance. You’ll be taken step by step to create a beautiful artwork and you will leave with a masterpiece, new memories and many laughs.To book:paintnpalette. com.au Cheralyn Darcey is a gardening author, community garden coordinator and along with Pete Little, hosts ‘At Home with The Gardening Gang’ 8 - 10am every Saturday on Coast FM. Send your gardening questions, events and news to: gardeningcentralcoast@gmail.com

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Business & Property Pushing the boundaries on flavour Two Central Coast Breweries will feature at the Great Australian Beer Spectapular (GABS) at Sydney Showground on May 7 and 8. Six String Brewery in Erina, and Bay Rd Brewery in Gosford, will be among more than 60 breweries and cidermakers showcasing their products over the two days. Out of the 10 editions GABS has run, the Six String Brewery has attended the past eight. A spokesperson from the Six String Brewery said it was a great way for them to showcase their product. “GABS for us is all about

pushing the limits and for our brewers it’s a chance to showcase their skill and push the boundaries of flavours and beer styles,” the spokesperson said. “We are incredibly proud to be representing the Central Coast in this arena. “When we opened our doors eight years ago, craft beer was fairly non-existent on the Coast, and over this time we have seen a change not only in the Coast’s acceptance of craft beer but a surge in independent breweries across NSW.” The Coast brewer will use the event to release its latest product; the 8.9 per cent abv (alcohol by volume) Crème

Brûlée Imperial Stout which will be served with custard and a crunchy burnt sugar topping. “The beer, called The Crème de la Crème is who I am, is a smooth sweet stout with flavours and aromas of burnt toffee, caramel and baked vanilla custard,” the spokesperson said. “It showcases the brewer’s skill in creating the perception of a dessert using ingredients you’d find in any beer; water, malt, hops and yeast, (and a little vanilla). “[Previously] we have put forward everything from a Triple Dark Red IPA - a big 12 per cent beer, to Choc Mint Stouts, Chai Porters and Thai

spiced beer.” Visitors to the event have the option to buy either tasters or full pours. The event will also include roaming entertainers, panel discussions with brewers, cooking demonstrations, whisky bars, beer hall games, food trucks, a 19 Crimes Wine Bar, a Jamesson caskmates bar, a silent disco, and the house band The Ale Capones. GABS organiser, Mike Bray, said they are excited the event is back up and running. “We have already received lots of messages about how excited people are about getting back to GABS - both the

visitors and the brewers,” Bray said. “People can’t wait to get back together and celebrate their love for great Aussie craft beers. “There’s so much going on at GABS, but at the end of the day, our goal is simple, we want people to have a great time with friends and family, no matter where they are on their craft beer journey.” The event, presented by Dan Murphy’s, will head to Melbourne on May 21, 23, and Brisbane on June 12. Tickets can be found at www. gabsfestival.com. Jacinta Counihan

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or a mix of these zones are being suggested. The B3 objectives are “to provide a wide range of retail, business, office, entertainment, community and other suitable land uses that serve the needs of the local and wider community”. The B4 objectives are meant to integrate suitable business, office, residential, retail and other development in accessible locations so as to maximise public transport patronage and encourage walking and cycling and to encourage a diverse and compatible range of activities, including commercial and retail development, cultural and entertainment facilities, tourism, leisure and recreation facilities, social, education and health services and higher density residential

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warehouse uses, and specialised retail premises that require a large floor area, in locations that are close to, and that support the viability of centres and also to recognise small isolated business and commercial areas located throughout Gosford. Council says rezoning and reclassification of the stadium site will allow complementary

uses there and allow greater flexibility in any adopted Masterplan design. Only a month earlier, at the March 23 meeting, Council had agreed to adopt a Stadium Implementation Plan which meant it was to begin looking for a suitable partner for the management rights for the stadium. Now this April proposal to rezone the land and reclassify it includes three main areas. The April report says the Dane Dr area could be “activated” for retail outs. It says the Western grassed area is under-utilised and presents as a site to be developed to a higher and better use. It was mentioned in a draft parking report last year as a possible site for more commuter carparking but that

isn’t canvassed in this report. The Northern Area- currently leased to the Gosford Bowling Club - is described as a key site which could be developed to a higher and better use. A Masterplan for the stadium site is scheduled to be completed by December of this year. Council said that key to any adopted Masterplan was the appropriate zonings and land classification which would enable greater precinct activation and connectivity to the city centre and waterfront. Council will need to prepare a planning proposal to amend the Local Environment Plan and change the zoning and reclassify the land to allow complementary uses at the site. Merilyn Vale

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Possible rezone for Gosford waterfront A Gosford Waterfront Renewal Framework adopted by Central Coast Council is the first step in possibly rezoning the area to realise the many opportunities for locals and tourists alike. Administrator Dick Persson said Gosford waterfront has long been identified as having significant potential as a regional attractor and key public open space. Once a detailed business case has been completed, Council will issue an Expression of Interest to private partners to explore potential development sites along the waterfront and, if required, lodge a planning proposal to amend the SEPP zoning categorization that will change permitted land use, building heights and floor space ratio. Currently the SEPP (State Environmental Planning Policy) does not allow multi dwellings, shop-top developments, flats, restaurants or shops and offices but mainly allows water recreation uses. “This Framework will help achieve optimal development outcomes to deliver a range of economic, cultural, and social benefits for the region and community,” Persson said. “Council will now engage with relevant stakeholders and prepare three options in consultation with specialist consultants and accompanied by detailed financial assessment to assure proof of concept. “Where possible internal resources will be utilised, and there are restricted funds for any consultant costs that will be incurred.” The framework aligns with the NSW Government’s Urban Development Framework, which will ensure collaboration between the various State

Council Administrator Dick Persson says Gosford waterfront could become a major tourist attraction

Government agencies. At the April 27 council meeting, Persson adopted the framework and agreed the area had been the subject of a number of reports over the years. He was responding to Australian Conservation Foundation Central Coast branch spokesman, Mark Ellis, who addressed the Council and outlined the long history behind the public crown land and all the ideas that had never got off the ground. Persson said there were a number of reasons why the ideas hadn’t progressed but he said he could imagine a time when it becomes a tourist destination with clubs and restaurants. He said he had met with NSW Planning Minister Rob Stokes last week because he believes there is a need to change the SEPP. “Like any big development, it will be controversial,” he said. The adopted policy would bring it all back into the frame but it would be a short term

project. “You can push things forward and if it is not the right time it won’t happen but the time is coming,” he said. The collective cost of planning to the point of issuing the EOI to private partners is estimated at about $140,000. The time frame is to develop various options including due diligence and financial analysis by October 31. Key issues raised in previous consultations include traffic management issues for Dane Dr, flooding, contaminated land, dredging for a fast ferry, privatisation of public land, and over-development. Previous studies have looked at waterfront retail entertainment offices and waterfront apartments. One report said buildings would be scattered to minimise loss of views from the city. Modifications were proposed for Dane Dr to allow possible parking on both sides of the road. A couple of decades ago, Lend Lease had planned to

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hammer to rates in an attempt to stimulate their economies. The Reserve Bank has signalled that it expects rates to stay this low for the next four years. “The board will not increase the cash rate until actual inflation is sustainably within the 2%-3% target range,” RBA governor Philip Lowe has said. “The board does not expect these conditions to be met until 2024 at the earliest.” Hyman says that in 2020, at the peak of Covid-19, not only did we see a number of rate cuts, but there was a lot of government support for the whole self-funding market. Banks have passed along most of the cuts. “We’re now seeing a number of the big banks with 1.99% fixed rates for four years. If we rewind a year, rates were 1%-2% higher across the board, so it’s the best

time in history for someone to look at refinancing,” he says. “The only neobank lending in the market, 86 400, is competitive on the variable rate, but because they’re a new player they don’t have any fixed-rate offers.” Competition heats up The majors are very competitive at present due to the rate cuts and favourable lending facilities. “The RBA subsidised some of

the wholesale lending market through its term funding facility, which it introduced at the height of Covid as one of the fiscal stimulus measures that underpinned lending in the economy,” says Hyman. “Effectively, it’s a 0.25% lending facility.” The savings can be huge. Over 2020, Lendi’s refinancing customers reduced their interest rate by 1.05% to settle on a new median interest rate

of 2.54%. “For a customer with a $400,000 mortgage, refinancing to an interest rate of 2.54% represents a saving of $219 per month or $2628 over 12 months [for a 25-year loan, paying principal and interest],” says Hyman. But refinancing is about more than just the rate. “There are a range of reasons why customers may want to refinance,” says Alan Hemmings, chief executive of homeloanexperts.com.au.

The traditional way of looking at refinancing is to get the cheapest interest rate. Today, the best approach is to understand what your goals are over the short, medium, and long term, and whether the refinancing meet these goals. “It can be as simple as wanting a better interest rate or, as we are seeing at the moment, a cashback offer,” says Hemmings. “It may be that they are wanting to draw some equity but the existing lender is not willing to lend the additional funds, or the customer may have had to go with a non-mainstream lender for their loan and is now in a better financial position to move to a mainstream lender. “The length of the loan term is also a key variable that will influence how much you pay in the long run. If a consumer refinances to a cheaper interest rate but reverts back to a 30year loan term, they may end up paying more than if they stayed in the higher interest rate.” M DAVID THORNTON

The big risk when it comes to investing in disruptors Invest in an Amazon and the windfall can be huge. But leading the pack is expensive and risky – just look at Uber. That’s the warning from Insync chief investment officer Monik Kotecha. “Disruption may be providing a short-term advantage to a firm, and the megatrend may be supercharging growth, but history shows only the healthiest firms are enduring,” he says. The oft-touted first-to-market

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investment dollar back into the company and sometimes don’t see a profit for years. Kotecha says the trick is to find companies that can generate a strong return on investment early. He points to Disney, which has piggybacked disruption in a sustainable and profitable way. “Disney pivoted from the old world to the new world, but they did it with a library of great content and an intimate knowledge of their customer, and now they’re highly profitable. Every

dollar they put into the business is generating a very high return.” This is not to say the disruptors can’t come good. “Amazon was a good example where the earnings were coming through but so was the cash flow, and it’s testament that the model does work,” says Kotecha. “But the hit rate using that model is very low.” Kotecha instead looks for companies that have a good return on invested capital (ROIC), as opposed to those that need to do capital raising after

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Draft Operational Plan goes on exhibition

The Operational Plan provides residents with an overview of essential services, programs and capital works projects for the year ahead and is exhibited annually for community input. The fees and charges do not include a comparison with last year’s fees. As part of Council’s plan towards financial recovery, the 2021/22 operational plan forecasts Council’s operating income as $666.8M from which Council will spend $659.8M on services and operational costs resulting in a modest surplus of $7.0M. This forecast is based on the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) allowing council to impose a 15 per cent rate rise - called a special rate variation. It does not include capital grants and contributions, which Council says will be allocated towards repaying the restricted reserves debt. Council proposes to spend $173.5M on capital works projects, with a focus on depreciation and maintaining Council’s existing infrastructure. This includes more than 350 capital works projects in 20212022, with the draft plan including details of capital works projects for the following three years. “Should IPART determine no Special Variation, then the numbers that Council is working towards would reduce and more budget cuts will need to be applied,” the Council said. The plan explains that Council is currently not financially viable and the need for the rate variation has been demonstrated by the current

At a glance • The Operational Plan is the financial plan for financial year 2021-22 • Now open for public comment until May 26 • It is based on 15 per cent rate rise (plus harmonisation) • Surplus of $7M forecast • State Government cost shifting explained as a $45M burden • State Significant Developments give money to State but Council does the work • Pensioners rebates a heavy cost • Lists 350 capital work projects • Water rates will be adjusted after March CPI figures known • Interest on late rates will be 6.75 per cent. situation in which Council finds itself. “Even with actions including staff, expenses and capital expenditure reductions and raising $150M in external borrowings, Council’s long term financial viability is not achievable without a Special Rate Variation,” the plan states. Rates income represents 29 per cent of Council’s income. Council says a rate variation would improve the underlying position of Council’s General Fund. “This would allow the provision of services, the repayment of borrowings and the eventual repayment of the funds spent from restricted funds,” the plan outlines. “Without the variation, Council would need to reduce its operating expenses further which would mean a further reduction of the workforce by a third. “This would potentially result in significantly reduced services below acceptable levels. It would impact the ability to deliver services and works. “The staff levels would be below those at amalgamation, which themselves were

artificially low as identified in the Administrator’s 30 day report.” The report states that it will need to updated before implementation because water and sewer charges will be adjusted for CPI increases. “Council has estimated the CPI multiplier as 1.5% as the CPI for the March quarter 2021 has not been released at the time of developing the draft 2021-22 Operational Plan budget,” Council said. “Once the CPI is released Council will calculate the multiplier to apply to the 20212022 charges. The plan outlines the cost to the Council from State and Federal government’s “cost shifting”. Cost shifting is where the responsibility and/or costs of providing a certain service, asset or regulatory function are shifted from a higher level of government to a lower level of government. The cost is shifted without providing corresponding funding or adequate revenue raising capacity. Council said cost shifting continues to place a significant burden on Council’s financial

situation, to the tune of about $45M per annum. “Despite the recognition of cost shifting and its adverse impacts on NSW Local Government there has been no change in funding for these costs,” the Council said. “Examples of cost shifting include contributions to NSW Fire and Rescue, NSW Rural Fire Services and NSW State Emergency Service, lack of adequate funding for public libraries and the failure to fully reimburse Councils for mandatory pensioner rebates. “Our region has a higher proportion of aged pensioners compared to other local government authorities,” Council said. “As the number of eligible pensioners increases in our local government area Council must fund a larger amount of pensioner rebates. “The estimated total amount of pension rebates for ordinary rates and domestic waste management charges in 20212022 is $6,373,000 of which 55% is funded by the NSW Government with the balance funded by Council.” Council also gives pensioners a reduction of 50 per cent of the

water supply service and water usage charges levied up to a maximum of $87.50 and a further reduction of 50 per cent of sewerage service and sewerage usage charges levied up to a maximum of $87.50. Of these reductions 55 per cent is reimbursed by the NSW Government. The estimated total amount of the pension rebate in 20212022 is $4,228,000. The Minister for Local Government has determined that the maximum rate of interest payable on overdue rates and charges levied under the Local Government Act 1993 for the 2021-2022 rating year will be 6.75 per cent. Council said that income related to development applications has fallen in recent years and a significant proportion of this is a result of changes to State Significant Development (SSD) provisions, including specific provisions of the Gosford City Centre. “Under these circumstances applications are lodged (and fees paid) directly to the Department of Planning Industry & Environment,” the Council said.

“These SSD provisions are generally for larger applications and therefore the fees are significant on a per application basis. “Council officers are still required to undertake assessment work for these applications, through formal referral processes, so whilst the fees are reduced, the level of work remains approximately the same.” Administrator Dick Persson said the draft operational plan takes into consideration Council’s current financial situation and structural reduction in staff expenses. “Every year Council presents a plan of works to the community in line with what they have told us is important to them, which is the continued delivery of essential services, the environment, community facilities and open space and recreation,” Persson said. “It is important to note that Council has actively taken steps towards financial stability, and while there is a calculated reduction in service levels this does not mean the delivery of services will stop. “We are still looking at delivering over 70 essential projects that will better our region and community, and we can do this because we are aware of how much money we have available, we have prioritised spend and this is the core business of Local Governments – to put back into the community. “I encourage everyone interested to take a look at the plan and have your say.” The draft Operational Plan including proposed Fees and Charges will be on exhibition until Wednesday, May 26. View the plan and Have Your Say at yourvoiceourcoast.com

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Central Coast Health Cheif resigns After almost five years as the Chief Executive (CE) of Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), Andrew Montague has resigned from NSW Health and will work his last day on April 30. Montague has taken up a new position as the General Manager of Health and Palliative Care at HammondCare based in Sydney. Dr Tim Sinclair will become the temporary CE at CCLHD until June 30, while recruitment for the role is in progress. During his tenure, Montague has overseen multiple projects, including the redevelopment of Gosford and Wyong Hospital and the development of the new Clinical Research Institute Building, a partnership project with the University of Newcastle. Of all of his achievements, there is one that stands out. “I think for me the biggest change, and one I am really

proud of, is the work that came to the culmination of the opening of the new palliative in-patient unit,” Montague said. “The opportunity to work with the local community via Elsie’s Retreat and actually work together to get to the point where we now have our first in-patient unit is really exciting.” Other services that have changed in the last 18 months have been the opportunity to offer patients a 24-hour service. “Patients who came in out of work hours would get shipped down to Sydney to have procedures and investigations done; now we have a 24-hour service based on the Central Coast,” Montague said. “I think if you look at the technology that is coming in.... particularly in our operating theatres... some of the technology for things like vascular surgery, the advances

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we have got there are really pleasing, and it is great to see things moving forward.” As the CE, Montague has been at the forefront of the fight against the COVID-19 and made a point of congratulating

the Central Coast community on how they have handled the crisis. He did say, however, the crisis has taken a toll on his staff. “[For people in the health

industry] it has really been a struggle; a lot of people are still really tired (after) what we have been through,” he said. “It is a credit to them that they are still going because the fatigue is cumulative, but people still turn up every day to look after patients.” Another challenge which continues to place stress on the health system of the Central Coast, specifically the hospitals, is the increasing population. “I think there is always going to be demand on public health services, and that includes emergency departments,” Montague said. “We know there are some challenges around General Practitioner (GP) numbers on the Central Coast, and I know the Primary Health Network (PHN) are advocating to employ more people. “But we can also look at chronic diseases, whether that is someone with diabetes, emphysema or chronic heart

problems, and really look at how we manage those conditions, so people don’t have to come into hospital. “Going forward, we are now at the beginning of treating more people at home; we are starting to use virtual care, video conferencing, telehealth -a way for people to get their services without them coming into facilities. “The other big area is focusing on health promotion and public health - looking at things like obesity, people smoking, alcohol use; all of those things that actually play a negative impact on people’s health. “It really has to be a combination of those things to prevent people from getting unwell and focusing more on keeping people well so they don’t have to come in and use hospitals all the time.” Dr Tim Sinclair will begin in the position on May 1. Jacinta Counihan

Picnic day to raise awareness for MS Colleen Daniels, who leads a Multiple Sclerosis (MS) support group on the Central Coast, has organised a picnic day at Mt Penang Parklands, Kariong, on May 30, to help raise help awareness for World MS Day. A range of local services will be there on the day to offer information on how they can help those suffering from MS or other neurological conditions. Providers will include Central Coast Neuro Rehab, All Ability Yoga, Urban Personal Training, Limitless Wellbeing Sanctuary

from Coast Community, and representatives from Plan Tracker who will help with NDIS plan management information. Daniels was diagnosed with neurological disease in 1998, and it was after moving to the Central Coast to be with her husband that she started to lose her ability to walk. She said she started the support group in Narara in 2019 to help others cope and learn about local services. “Being new to the Central Coast, and new to disability, I began to feel a growing need to connect with others who had MS, and that is why I reached

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is currently no known cure for MS. “At a recent meeting of the Narara group, one of our members happened to say that he’d been shocked when speaking to someone that they didn’t know what MS was and hadn’t heard of it,” Daniels said. “From there, the group decided to take action to raise awareness. “Because if people don’t know what MS is, they certainly won’t know there is no cure for it, and they won’t talk about it. “If no one talks about it - if there is no ‘noise’ around MS

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The untold benefits of homebirth: part 1 upon next week, homebirth complications are extremely rare. Unlike a hospital situation, midwives are a constant presence in the room, calmly observing the labouring woman with undivided attention. They are therefore better equipped to accurately decide when management or intervention might be warranted and will often suggest a hospital transfer long before any niggling issue becomes an urgent situation.

GEORGIA LIENEMANN We’re midway through a series on birth and this week I’m addressing the topic of homebirth. As someone who was lucky enough to birth two children at home, this is the information – or at least a small portion of it – that I wish I’d had access to before embarking on my journey.

You may remember Noni Hazelhurst’s 2016 Logies hall of fame induction speech where she mentioned that the greatest joy in her life were the homebirths of her two sons. I watched that speech having had my first taste of homebirth only a few months prior and was happy to see a moment of public recognition of such a misunderstood and sadly, taboo topic. Understanding homebirth

Due to our cultural bias towards medicalised birth in this country, the decision to birth at home with a private midwife was not one I could take lightly at the outset. Approximately 0.3% of births take place this way in Australia and only 0.1% in New South Wales. Whilst the rates are climbing steadily in this country (we saw a rise of 54% in 2010, for example), these are still low figures compared with other parts of the world – our closest neighbour New Zealand has over ten times this rate (3.4%) and in some of the Scandinavian countries it’s a hundred times higher. So, to arrive at a place of genuine comfort with the idea of homebirth, I had to embark on a long, intensive period of research that thankfully led me to the firm

conclusion that homebirth was not only a safe choice, but one that could offer an exhaustive list of benefits I hadn’t considered previously. One thing that quickly became apparent in my research was that positive birth experiences tend to flourish wherever a woman feels safest. For many women this will indeed be in a hospital setting – for others like myself, and especially those who have had a traumatic hospital experience previously, it may be at home. This piece is by no means a critique of the former, it’s simply an attempt to give some airtime to the relatively unknown benefits of the latter – a brief distillation of my understanding, for anyone considering this option. What is homebirth

Homebirth is a planned event where a woman chooses to give birth at home, with care provided by a qualified midwife. In Australia, there are essentially two options of achieving this: through a homebirth program linked to a public hospital or engaging a privately practising midwife. Unfortunately, for the majority of women, there are significant hurdles to accessing either of these options: homebirth programs often have a long list of eligibility requirements that exclude many otherwise low-risk women and the cost of engaging a midwife in private practice will set

you back around thousand dollars.

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Thankfully, most midwives offer reasonable payment plans and according to surveys undertaken in large homebirth forums and social media groups, it’s nearly impossible to find anyone who regrets investing the money – even though many have struggled to do so. Why do women choose homebirth?

There are countless reasons to birth at home. In fact, too many for one article, so I’ll be expanding on this area – including some of the more obscure benefits I wish I’d known about – in part two. However, to have an informed discussion around safety, we need to understand the primary differences offered by homebirth. They include: • Automatic access to the ‘continuity of care’ model • Lower rates of medical intervention and associated complications • Much higher rates of normal, physiological birth What is continuity of care?

The continuity of care model refers to the process of receiving support from the same midwife or midwives throughout pregnancy and labour and in the weeks following birth. This model is not unique to homebirth as some hospitals and birthing centres offer programs in this vein, however homebirths offer

this model by default. According to the literature, continuity of care is the ‘gold standard’ for birthing women and the fact that the large majority of women in Australia are unable to access this model is a travesty. This is the central issue addressed so eloquently in the recently released, multiaward-winning film, ‘Birth Time’ – a must-watch for anyone interested in the topic of birth. It is well established in the literature that women who receive continuity of care are more likely to have a normal physiological birth, a more positive birth experience with far greater satisfaction and are more likely to successfully breastfeed. Babies born to mothers receiving this type of care are more likely to be born at term and healthy. (To put it a little more bluntly, less babies die, in this model of care.) Instead of short sessions with different care providers, women in this model receive longer, in-depth visits of up to an hour, over the course of their pregnancy. The relationship that builds between woman and midwife over this period allows a much quicker and more accurate recognition of when things deviate from normal – not only during labour, but also in the postpartum period, when mental health becomes a concern. This brings us to the issue of safety and wellbeing.

Is homebirth safe?

The most common objection from those who are unfamiliar with the literature (and unfortunately this includes many GPs who are often the first port of call for parents in early pregnancy) are concerns relating to the safety of women and their babies. There is now ample evidence, including large population-based studies, systematic reviews and metanalyses, which consistently show that homebirth is a safe option for low-risk women. Few people are aware of the fact that for low-risk women in developed nations, homebirth is statistically as safe as birthing in a hospital. In fact, if we look beyond the paradigm that considers perinatal deaths to be the only measure of a safe, successful birth (regardless of whether the mother is permanently injured or severely traumatised), it could even be argued that homebirth is safer! Homebirth under these circumstances is not associated with increased rates of perinatal death but does result in lower rates of obstetric interventions and maternal morbidity, including severe perineal trauma, postpartum haemorrhage, birth trauma and postpartum depression. Why are homebirth complications so rare?

Due to the lack of interventions and other factors that we’ll elaborate

That said, midwives are trained and fully capable of taking care of the majority of complications that can arise and bring a full range of equipment to enable resuscitation, suturing, catheterisation, management of bleeding and IV delivery – just as they would have access to in a hospital. It’s not necessarily an either / or situation

The beauty of homebirth is that the option to transfer to hospital is always available. Hospital transfers usually take place for pain relief, fatigue or slow or stalled labour. The average transfer rate is 37% for first-time mothers and 7% for subsequent births. Whilst there’s a significant difference in these transfer rates, there’s no difference in the rates of adverse outcomes. Urgent transfers are rarer than one might think – only 4% of planned homebirths according to one review and studies have shown that there is no higher risk for mother or baby upon being transferred. Stay tuned for part two of this article where we’ll expand on some of the remarkable and unique benefits of homebirth, as well as the surprising discovery I made throughout this process: that birth isn’t just about pain, it can also be one of the most profoundly pleasurable experiences of a woman’s life.

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Applications open for NAISDA Dance College NAISDA Dance College is seeking its next intake of standout dance and performing arts students and invites First Nations applicants aged 16-26 with a passion for dance and culture to apply online. Head of Dance, Deon Hastie, said this is a unique opportunity to train at Australia’s only national arts training organisation specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. “Our tailor-made courses include units in Cultural Dance, Contemporary, Urban, Hip Hop, Ballet, Choreography, Physical Theatre, Dancefilm – along

with a unique Cultural Residency Program and live performance and production experience in professional theatres throughout the year,” Hastie said. “As well as developing technical skills and knowledge, NAISDA learning is rich in cultural practice and creation. “We work in partnership with our Communities, Elders and Cultural Leaders to honour their spirit of place and cultural protocols.” Students train fulltime at NAISDA’s onsite campus on Darkinjung Land at Kariong. Hastie said the college alleviates any anxiety students

may have of adjusting to a new environment by building a secure, holistic community

around them. “Our responsibility is to support each young person and

their development,” he said. “This is a significant time in their lives and our students need to feel safe, supported and part of a community. “We equally want to give parents peace of mind. “Therefore, our training is underpinned by a unique supportive learning environment which focuses on maintaining physical and emotional wellbeing, includes culturally safe, on-site accommodation – or a Homestay program for under 18s – as well as NAISDA Support Officers to assist, guide and mentor students. “NAISDA training is also

subsidised for eligible students.” Following a short online application, NAISDA CEO, Kim Walker, said the College would host two onsite audition weeks later in the year for potential students. “Our auditions are a valuable opportunity to get a sense of what being part of NAISDA is about,” Walker said. Eligible auditionees can apply to ABSTUDY to fund travel and living expenses to attend either one of the two auditions. Source: Media release, Apr 24 NAISDA

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Country Fair at Lisarow PS After a challenging year for community events and gatherings, the Lisarow community will at last hold its biennial Country Fair at Lisarow Public School on Saturday, May 15. The day will feature rides, local food and produce, quality second-hand goods, plants, books, a barbecue, cakes, show bags, a chocolate wheel and Side Show Alley, facepainting, local music and entertainment, a visit from the local fire service, and an

auction with prizes. The event has been organised by volunteers from the community and is sponsored by a number of local businesses, including Lisarow Self Storage and Cake and Plate. All profits made from the day will be used to purchase learning resources for the students of Lisarow Public School, including laptops and charging trolleys for integrated Information and Communication Technology (ICT) development.

President of the Lisarow Primary School P&C, Scott Tilden, said he is both relieved and happy that current COVID-19 management strategies will enable the event to go ahead as planned. “This event bears great significance for our area,” Tilden said. “We only hold it once every two years so there is a lot of anticipation for Country Fair Year. “We love the event for the way it recycles goods, supports

the learning opportunities of our kids, but most of all, for the way it brings us all together for a good fun time. “This is something we need to encourage and preserve in our communities. “We have a thorough COVIDsafe plan for the day.” More information can be found on the Lisarow Country Fair Facebook Page: @ LPSCountryFair. Source Media release, Apr 1 Lisarow Public School

HSC timetables released Thousands of Central Coast high school students received their personalised timetable for the 2021 written HSC exams on April 29, along with students throughout the state. HSC written exams will start on Tuesday, October 12, with a compulsory English paper and finish with the examination of Food Technology on Thursday,

November 4. Minister for Education, Sarah Mitchell, said the release of the HSC timetables are the final leg of the school journey for Year 12 students. “The HSC is a logistical behemoth, it includes scheduling 18 days of HSC exams involving around 76,000 students, 129 exams and more than 775 exam centres,” Mitchell said.

“The HSC is the culmination of years of schooling and receiving your timetable makes it all the more real for students. “Students are already working hard in their final year, and I wish them all the best during an exciting time.” NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) CEO, Paul Martin, said planning for the HSC exams is a necessarily rigorous process, especially

after last year showed just how quickly things can change. “The timetable is designed to provide a schedule which is as fair and equitable as possible to ensure all students get the opportunity to do their best in their written exams,” Martin said. “Last year showed that plans can change in an instant and we always want to make sure students, schools and exam

supervisors feel prepared for anything, so they can focus on exams.” To develop the timetable NESA follows rigorous procedures to: provide sufficient breaks between exams for popular courses; provide sufficient breaks between exams for frequently combined courses; enable all exams to be marked and students to receive their results

from 6am on Friday, December 10; and minimise the number of students with two exams scheduled at the same time. All 2021 HSC students can access their timetable on Students Online. Source: Media release, Apr 29 Department of Education

Easter fun at Narara It was a bright end to term one for children in Kindergarten, Year One and Year Two at Narara Public School, as they dressed up for their Easter hat parade. Children spent the days leading up to the parade decorating blue, pink, yellow, and green hats with Easter

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Youth Women via a lay-up twopointer from Abbey Cracknell and it prompted her team to stay ahead until first quarter time, 24 – 11. This lead was maintained all throughout the match and steadily increased upon with an eighteen point half time lead turning into an end score of 77 – 52. For the Youth Men, their second win in a row has helped them move up to eighth place on the ladder after two prior losses in the Waratah One Youth Men league. It was a similar overall

performance from the boys who found the lead early and went into half time with a 22 point advantage. This lead was maintained throughout the match which ended 76- 52. For the Women’s team, the early lead was more intensely contested by their opposition with a first quarter score of 19 – 12, although by third quarter time a 20 point lead had been established. From here, the Women cruised up to the finish line, winning comfortably 84 – 63. The contest in the Men’s was

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a notch above what the other Crusader teams had faced, with the Mustangs following their hosts every step of the first half. After a first quarter left both teams poised evenly on 23 points, the half time score was also inseparable at 37 – 37. A stronger performance in the third quarter by the Crusaders gave to them a slender four point lead, but the Mustangs came back with more success in the final quarter, taking out the win with a heartbreaking end score of 64 – 65. CCN

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Local sporting clubs score funding for facilities Two Central Coast sports clubs will share in over $17,000 of funding through the NSW Government’s Community Building Partnership program. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said the Saratoga Hawks Junior AFL Club’s home ground will be improved thanks to $12,300 for a new water refill station.

“Terrigal Wamberal Junior Rugby League and Youth Club is receiving $5,000 for six security cameras to protect new infrastructure at Brendan Franklin Oval from vandalism,” Crouch said. The two clubs were among nine regional organisations to share in $163,650 from the program, with others to benefit including five schools, Erina Community Men’s Shed and the Scouts Association.

PUBLIC NOTICE ATTENTION MISSING MONEY Hi folks just asking for your help to locate our missing cash, in the process of moving out of our house last Friday 23/4/21 a large sum of money $27K from the sale of my motorbike earlier that morning was placed in a small suitcase with the plan to later take and deposit to the bank, then later that day the case was mistakenly put out the front driveway to be packed into our car during the process of moving out our house in Bolton St Bateau Bay. We believe it has been mistaken for hard rubbish pick up items for council to collect, though imagine by now someone has found the suitcase was not as empty as they thought. I would like to think the person on opening the case when they came across the money which does not belong to them has a good conscience & returns it, as the funds were meant to be for our retirement in 3 months & help family out doing it tough, so hopefully the person who found this case & money replies to this request or drops it back off where it was found at our old home where the new owners have our details.Am happy to pay a substantial reward for its return, & if returned I will not be pressing any charges to the person that has taken our suitcase though if not returned and the police find them will not be a good outcome for them as currently reviewing street security cameras. Any information please contact 0418278463

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Association Cups go to Gosford and Terrigal

Cup Women’s winners, Gosford City.

FOOTBALL The Grand Finals for Central Coast Football’s Association Cup went ahead on Sunday, April 25, in the top women’s and men’s division, with the former victory going to Gosford City and the latter to Terrigal United. On this day at Pluim Park, the conditions were close to perfect for the initial women’s final between the Gosford City Dragons and East Gosford Rams, and the good weather held through sunset until the completion of the men’s final between Terrigal United and Killarney District SC. At 1pm, the two pool stage

winners in the women’s conference met on the field for a match that was fated to end one of the teams’ unbeaten record in 2021. Neither team show any willingness to concede and the first half ended with the game dead locked at 0 – 0. This was perhaps to be expected considering the stellar defensive efforts of both teams so far this season, with Gosford having only conceding three goals and East Gosford yet to concede a goal in all competitions. However, the levy was soon to break for the Rams and open up a current to ultimately end their perfect start to 2021.

In the 53rd minute, the first goal of the match was scored via a well taken volley from Maddy Yates for the Dragons, and 15 minutes later a second was put away by Britt Nicol. Two more goals followed for Gosford before the end of the match, with the fourth coming due to great lead up work from Maria Aspitia and finished off with a lovely tap in by Julia Hogan. The men’s final was soon to follow between the two finalists from the 2020 Battlewin Premier League (BPL), a game wherein Terrigal edged themselves to victory in a tight 1 – 0 win over Killarney. Both teams were undefeated heading into their Semi Finals

and came away with comfortable victories in these games, Terrigal beating Southern & Ettalong United 3 – 1 and Killarney beating Gosford City 3 – 0. This Grand Final was a much closer affair in a match that shifted in momentum back and forth between the two teams. Terrigal were first out of the blocks with an opening goal coming from Stuart Adams’ strike in the 30th minute, and his team were then able to double their lead via a long range shot by Jacob Melling before the close of the first half. Killarney came back with a lot of energy in the second half and managed to halve their deficit through a 51st minute

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penalty goal from Jordy Preston, initially saved but then put away on the follow up shot. With 20 minutes left on the clock, the equaliser came for Killarney through Matt Hall’s finish and the contest remained on level pegging through to the end of the regular 90 minutes. Extra time was required to settle the score between these two evenly matched contenders, and it was Terrigal who were able to capitalise. First, a sublime left footed strike from Jonah Walker sunk the ball into the back of the net to again give Terrigal the lead, and then a second for the same player put the game beyond the reach of Killarney, end score 4 – 2.

With the 2021 Association Cup now at an end after delays in March due to heavy rain, the Central Coast Football sides can put their full attention into the regular season that is already in full swing. After two matches, both Killarney and Terrigal, along with Avoca FC, are leading the BPL table undefeated on six points, and Gosford and East Gosford, along with Umina United, lead the WPL, also on six points. With this in mind, all four finalists can look forward to more opportunities to face their top of the league contenders in the short term future. CCN

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Avoca Beach stumbles; Lions open their 2021 account RUGBY UNION The Avoca Beach Sharks have faced their first defeat in the Swietelsky Premier One Rugby Union league, falling to the Kariong Wanderers, 38 – 24, on Saturday, April 24. Played at Kariong Oval, the hosts were able to hold on to their strong first half lead despite facing a comeback from their visitors in the second half. Avoca Beach kicked the opening points with a penalty goal, but it was Kariong who then piled on 24 unanswered points in the remainder of the half. With the second half becoming a much closer affair, this early lead proved a sufficient cushion to see Kariong come away with the points. Avoca Beach fought hard and managed to bring themselves within one converted try of the Wanderers late in the match. But in the final minutes, the hosts were able to again pull away with a late try from an intercept to seal their 38 – 24 win. Best players for Kariong were Lock Taylor Mildren, Winger Kane Williams and Prop Jackson Parkes. Fly Half Mitch Clay was on fire in the opening stages of the match when he

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crossed for two personal tries, with Logan Campbell, Jake Hubbard and Blake Silvester also crossing over the line. Avoca Beach were best served by No.8 Fion HendersonFoley, Locks Emile Thomas and Pete Steele, and Halfback Ben Harding. For Head Coach, Justin Staben, the game brought a disappointing result but clearly highlights where the team needs to improve moving forward. “We didn’t go out and do what we have trained to do,” said Staben. “Kariong made us play into their hands and I think they definitely deserved the win.

“One of our mistakes was capitalised on by Kariong, meanwhile every opportunity they got, they took points from it. “Having said that, we went down swinging. “In future, we have got to play with more structure and stick to the game plan that we train for, as well as avoid giving away too many penalties that hand the ball back to the opposition and make it easy for them.” The win has launched Kariong to the top of the league table with 11 points, ahead of Terrigal by a point. Also on 10 points are the Ourimbah Razorbacks after a big win on the weekend against

The Lakes, 52 – 10. After an even open to the match with both teams finding chances to score, it was the Razorbacks who got over the line first. No.8 Rob Peden did the damage with a try under the posts and he followed this up with a second eight minutes later to give his side a 14 point lead. A further try came for the Razorbacks before the end of the first half, again converted by Flanker Jarrod Grange to make the half time score 21 – 0. In the second half, more opportunities came for The Lakes to open up their Round Three account, but their attacks

often broke down close to the line, outmatched by their host’s defence. Meanwhile, the Razorbacks continued to make the most of their chancers and get over the line, posting a further 31 points in the second. The Lakes never stopped trying, posting two tries late in the match to relieve some pressure, but it was too little too late. In the end, the scoreboard read 52 – 10, with a hattrick coming for Rod Peden, two tries for Fly Half, Matt Martin and one for Josefa Biu, Connor Peden and Patrick Martin. The third game of Round Three was played at

Woongarrah Oval between the Warnervale Wildcats and the Woy Woy Lions, wherein the Lions posted their first win of the 2021 campaign. It was a tough contest with some great attack and very solid defence from both teams. Woy Woy got away to a flyer, leading early with two unanswered penalty tries and then heading into half time 21 – 5. In the second half, Warnervale fought back to lock up the score at 31 – 31 in the dying stages of the match. However, it was Woy Woy who scored a try right at the end of the match to snatch the victory 36 – 31. Best players for the Peninsula visitors were Flanker Jazper Doak-Stride and Centre Junior Stowers, while Winger Jim Meya crossed for 2 tries in the match along with one each for Pita Pio, Junior Stowers and Corby Delaforce. Warnervale had several very good performances as well, but the best came through Flanker Kye Haslam, Centre Ethan Sant and Fullback Sione Braxton, who also scored a try. Two tries also came for Ketoni Toutai, along with one for Zanian Theron and Tyrone Holamoti. Source: Match Report, Apr 25 Larry Thomson, CCRU

Skills for Bills CRICKET Twelve young cricketers with Kincumber Avoca have been treated to a net session with three members of the Sydney Sixers, along with a $5k cash boost, after winning a social media competition with the BBL|10 winning side. The competition was offered by the club’s partner, the bigger Buy Now Pay Later service, humm, who opened up to cricket clubs in the state a chance to submit videos of ‘their big cricket moment’. For Kincumber Avoca, this video involved nine members of the under 12 ‘A’ team

knocking a cricket ball down the line before being hooked across to a keeper who slaps it on the stumps. After being deemed the competition winners, the lads were treated to a net session with former Test spinner and three-time BBL winner for the Sixers Stephen O’Keefe and teammates Jack and Mickey Edwards. They also claimed $5,000 which Kincumber Avoca Cricket Club President John Buchanan wishes to put towards developing junior cricket programs on the Central Coast. “It’s awesome to win a prize like this,” said Buchanan. “We’re proud of our junior development programs and the

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skills demonstrated by the under 12’s in the (winning) video are evidence of this. ““Thanks to humm and the Sydney Sixers, we will be able to deliver more junior programs and help develop the next generation of Central Coast cricketers.” Humm Group CEO Rebecca James said it was an awesome opportunity to join with the Sixers in inspiring Australians to play cricket. “It is such a privilege for humm to partner with the Sydney Sixers and inspire young Aussies to become our future cricket stars,” she said. Source: Media Release, Apr 16, Dave Lyall, Sydney Sixers.

Kincumber Avoca under 12’s with Sydney Sixers, Ryan O’Keefe, Jack and Mickey Edwards.

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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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Mariners sunk FOOTBALL After two home games at Central Coast Stadium this week, first against Sydney FC on Saturday April 24, then Brisbane Roar on Wednesday April 28, the Mariners have picked up only one of six potential league points, suffering a draw and then a crushing defeat. After a four goal thriller against Sydney ended 2 – 2, the recent game against Brisbane had four goals all going the way of the visitors – a shock to the system for Mariners fans who have enjoyed their team’s recent positive shift in A-League form. The Round 18 fixture saw Brisbane come out strong with a robust defensive line-up in Jack Hingert, Scott Neville, Macaulay Gillesphey and Joshua Brindell-South. The Mariners found it difficult to break them down in the early

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stages of the game, unable to post an early goal as they did on Saturday against Sydney. In the 19th minute, Gillesphey scored for Roar, beginning the match’s shift in fortunes in the favour of the away team. After retaining the ball from their own corner, Roar got the ball back out wide to Jay O’Shea, who swung it into the box. A touch off Jack Clisby’s head lobbed the ball high over the players on front of goal and brought it out to Gillesphey unmarked on the far post, who volleyed the ball well beyond Mariners keeper, Mark Birighitti’s reach. With the visitors up by one goal, the Mariners had an opportunity to equalise after a forward moving play had Marcos Ureña cross the ball into Clisby, only to have Hingert block it with the side of his body. Referee, Alex King, initially gave a penalty to the Mariners,

but a VAR check ended in the decision overturned. One last chance on goal fell to Joshua Nisbet before the end

of the first half, who found himself in space ahead of goal outside the box, and his low shot brought a loud cheer from

the far-off fans. The crowd fell back into silence shortly thereafter when a replay on screen showed the ball skidding just to the outside of the post. This would end up being the best chance for the Mariners all night. Ten minutes into the second half, Roar were able to double their lead with a fantastic strike from Joey Champness to beat Birighitti on the inside post. Benefitting from a wellplaced cross-field lobbed ball by O’Shea, Champness worked the space from out wide back in on goal until his shoulders were positioned perpendicular against the goal and his sidefooted strike flew from outside the box and skimmed the post as it went into the net. A red card shown to Ureña five minutes after the goal seemed to take the urgency out of the Mariners’ play. The initial yellow card was replaced with a red after a VAR

check found Ureña to have applied downward pressure with his studs onto the top of O’Shea’s foot. With ten men left on the field, the situation was looking dire. A continued lack of shooting accuracy plagued the boys in yellow all the way through this match and their more clinical opposition pushed ahead to score two more goals, the first coming in the 87th minute and the second in injury time. With the Mariners’ seven game streak at home without a loss now at an end and their table positioned sunk to third with numerous teams below them with games in hand, the Mariners will now look to take stock and prepare for Sunday’s clash against Melbourne Victory at AAMI Park, kick off 4:05pm. Three more away games will follow for them, one of which will again be against Brisbane.

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