Coast Community News 351 by Central Coast Newspapers

22 JULY 2022

ISSUE 351

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Unemployment on the Coast falls to 2 per cent

The clean-up continues on the region’s waterways in the wake of devastating storms two weeks ago. See page 4

Out&About

Business NSW Central Coast says the region’s economy is on its way to recovery following the COVID-19 lockdowns, with unemployment levels dropping.

Business

See page 5 Centrelink queues have diminished in the past year

Another wet weekend on the way Residents should brace for more rain, with an east coast low forecast to develop off the south-east Queensland coast on Friday, July 22, bringing wave and wind impacts to coastal areas along the northern NSW coastline.

Many rainbows have been spotted across the Coast this week

The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) is predicting a very high chance of rain into the weekend but clearing by Monday on the Central Coast. Predictions are for up to 15mm on Friday, easing to up

to 8mm on Saturday and up to 4mm on Sunday. The strength of the wind and waves will be highly dependent on the strength and position of the low relative to the coast and will be closely monitored during the next few days. Hazardous to potentially dangerous surf conditions are expected from Friday and will likely continue throughout the weekend and extensive coastal erosion could occur in parts. At this stage, although some unseasonal rain is expected

from Friday the heaviest falls are expected to be located offshore. While there is no Flood Watch current, the Bureau will continue to monitor conditions and update warnings based on the latest forecasts. Communities are encouraged to keep up to date with the latest forecasts and warnings through the Bureau’s website and BOM Weather app and follow the advice of emergency services.

The Commonwealth Bank is set to close its Umina Beach branch on August 26, with many in the Peninsula community left blindsided by the decision. See page 21

Sport

The Australian International Ice Hockey Cup concluded at the Erina Ice Arena last weekend with a decisive 3-goal win for Canada over their Swedish rivals.. See page 32

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Two Central Coast teachers have been recognised at the top levels of national accreditation, meeting the highest standards for Australian teachers and demonstrating effectiveness, innovation and influence in their teaching practices. Wadalba Community School teacher, Alison Clark, and Warnervale’s MacKillop Catholic College teacher, Erin Sullivan, have received their Highly Accomplished accreditation from the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA). In the official Highly Accomplished and Lead Teacher (HALT) Recognition Ceremony on June 28, 85 teachers across NSW were recognised and celebrated for their commitment, innovation and hard work in the classroom since 2019. Minister for Education and Early Learning, Sarah Mitchell, said teachers who achieved the accreditations had met the highest standards for Australian teachers. “These teachers are not only leaders and advisors in the classroom, but they also lead innovation and change across their school, region, NSW and beyond,” Mitchell said. “I’m inspired by the commitment of these outstanding teachers to ensuring their professional practice is making an impact in the classroom and sharing their methods and results with colleagues far and wide.” Alison Clark from Wadalba Community School not only received

her Highly Accomplished 2021 accreditation but was also awarded The Minister’s Award for her excellence in teaching. “The Highly Accomplished accreditation is something that you work towards over some time where you give evidence, showing you meet the expectations of the NESA professional teaching standards,” Clark said. “It was a long process where I set some goals and worked towards achieving those, so it was a high sense of achievement and quite emotional when they told me I had met the standards. “Receiving The Minister’s Award was a complete surprise as I was nominated by my colleagues who had valued my work…so that was really amazing and humbling.” Clark said there were many things she loved about teaching, including the opportunity to make a difference in young people’s lives and empower them to realise their potential. She said teaching was a social role which meant that COVID-19 had greatly impacted the profession and forced them to adapt and implement remote learning strategies. “Because lockdown happened so quickly, we went from having kids in our classroom one day to having to engage students and keep them online the next,” Clark said. “Learning to implement new forms of technology and education at a rapid rate was a challenge, but all those

things we learned we still use every day to keep our students engaged, which is a positive.” Erin Sullivan from Warnervale’s MacKillop Catholic College said she had a similar experience during the challenges of COVID-19. “Amongst the health concerns and remote learning challenges, we were able to gain some positive outcomes amongst it all,” Sullivan said. “It highlighted the benefits of faceto-face teaching and the value of a school community. “We still use the apps and support programs created during lockdown every day; this comes in handy when a student is away or sick as they can still access their education or resources…we weren’t able to do this before.” Sullivan said it took her three years to achieve her Highly Accomplished 2020 accreditation, and the final part of the process occurred during the first COVID-19 lockdown in 2020. “It was very much an honour and a relief to be given the accreditation … I feel very grateful,” Sullivan said. “I’ve wanted to do this for quite some time as I already have a master’s degree, so this was something else I really wanted to achieve. The NSW Government recently set an ambitious target to recognise at least 2,500 expert teachers with HALT accreditation – a tenfold increase by 2025. Hayley McMahon

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RFS members honoured for Black Summer bushfire efforts Narara Rural Fire Brigade member and Deputy Commissioner Peter McKechnie was awarded the NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) National Emergency Medal on July 19 for his efforts in coordinating the response during the 20192020 bushfire season. The National Emergency Medal is awarded to individuals whose service was in the protection of lives and property or interests that were not their own and who supported the emergency response for a minimum of five days between September 2019 and February 2020. Minister for Emergency Services and Resilience and Minister for Flood Recovery, Steph Cooke, joined RFS Commissioner, Rob Rogers AFSM, to present the medal to McKechnie and 87 other staff members who provided significant service across the state during the devastating fire season. “We have the opportunity to recognise staff members from across the state and congratulate them for their incredible contribution throughout the devastating 2019-20 bush fire season,” Cooke said.

Minister for Emergency Services and Resilience and Minister for Flood Recovery, Steph Cooke (middle), joined RFS Commissioner, Rob Rogers AFSM (right), to present the medal to Deputy Commissioner, Peter McKechnie (left), on July 19.

“These RFS members went above and beyond to help respond to the bush fires that impacted so many communities. “I want to take this opportunity to say thank you for your dedication throughout the long and dangerous Black Summer bush fire emergency.” Commissioner Rob Rogers said most staff were also volunteer members of the organisation and spent days in the field as well as in incident management teams or state

operations. “Many worked non-stop for months on end, and it is fitting to recognise them for their tireless efforts helping to keep communities safe,” Rogers said. Deputy Commissioner McKechnie said he was appreciative to receive the recognition and was proud of every staff member and volunteer who helped protect and serve their local community. “It was an amazing effort by

everyone involved throughout the season, particularly our volunteers,” McKechnie said. “During the season, I was rostered at the State Operations Centre based at the Sydney headquarters in Olympic Park…it’s a position that takes oversight of what’s happening across the state, prioritising where we might apply resources and support to our local incident management teams and brigades. “Apart of that role was overseeing the Central Coast

area, and it was amazing to see the massive effort from the volunteers, particularly in those firefighting roles. “Central Coast brigades were providing support from one end of the state to the other, and there were crews constantly making themselves available and assisting areas from the Queensland border all the way to down to the Victoria border.” McKechnie has moved up through the ranks to his current position, where he leads regional and district teams to

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plan for, prepare and mitigate the impact of bush fires. He initially started as a volunteer at the Narara Rural Fire Brigade, where he remains a member, and worked his way up to captain. McKechnie has previously filled the Manager State Operations & Aviation role after serving in several regional and district roles and has performed senior operational roles within Australia from Bathurst, Northern Beaches and Dubbo. “What I gained from being a volunteer in the NSW RFS is what made me become a staff member,” McKechnie said. “That’s what we saw in 2019 and 2020…firefighters that wanted to be there to help their local community. “It’s that commitment that drives our volunteers, so it’s great that the Government has been able to acknowledge that.” The staff members honoured on July 19 joined more than 16,000 volunteers across the state who have also been awarded the National Emergency Medal for their efforts during Black Summer. Hayley McMahon

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The clean-up continues

The clean-up continues on the region’s waterways in the wake of devastating storms two weeks ago. Central Coast Council has completed widespread and thorough inspections of all public foreshores around Tuggerah Lakes for sea wrack (sea grass) and vegetation deposited from the recent flood event and is progressively working through the clean-up. A spokesperson said cleanups will be prioritised by the level of impact and accessibility, with some impacted areas still be very wet, prohibiting the use of machinery. Clean-up around the Lakes are expected to be completed over coming weeks. Meanwhile, debris continues to wash ashore on beaches to the south of the region with more expected in coming weeks. “This will be another long recovery effort where debris will continue to be washed up on beaches and foreshores, and Council appreciate any assistance individuals and

Council crews have been hard at work cleaning up flood debris

groups can offer,” the spokesperson said. Avoca, Cockrone, Terrigal and Wamberal Lagoons all remain open and Council staff continue to monitor for coastal erosion. Moderate erosion has been reported at North Entrance, Lakes Beach, Killcare and MacMasters Beach and Council has advised people not to walk on or near eroded beach escarpments. “This is both dangerous and could cause serious injury for

anyone in the vicinity, and may provide further risk to properties in the immediate area,” the spokesperson said. Meanwhile, communities in the Lower Hawkesbury area including Wisemans Ferry, Spencer and Gunderman are in the recovery phase after the biggest flood in the area in 100 years. “People thinking about visiting the area are asked to stay away while these communities clean-up their

Clean4Shore continued clean-up efforts along the Broken Bay foreshore over the weekend

properties and recover from this significant event,” the spokesperson said. While Wisemans Ferry Road and other arterial roads in the region are open, landslips and falling trees can still occur. Some roads are subject to load limits due to roadworks. Some temporary road closures remain in place while sites are assessed for remediation works. Council advises motorists to take care, be aware of signage

and reduced speed limits and only travel to or through the area if necessary. As Council proceeded with its clean-up efforts, Clean4Shore continued its operations throughout the weekend. Co-ordinator Graham Johnson said rain had impacted efforts this week but the group planned to resume its efforts next week, possibly extending up to Newcastle. “But our focus will remain largely on the Hawkesbury,” he

said. On Saturday, July 16, a car trailer was brought in to remove a large water tank and lounge washed ashore at Patonga. The team also concentrated on removing masses of polystyrene from Flint and Steel beach near the mouth of the Hawkesbury on the weekend, filling five huge bags before returning to Patonga to off-load them into Council skip bins. Terry Collins

RFS calls in big guns for flood clean-up The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has called in the big guns to help with the flood clean up with seven tracked loaders deployed in the Central Coast, Hawkesbury-Nepean Valley and Hunter regions. Minister for Emergency Services and Resilience and Minister for Flood Recovery, Steph Cooke, said the Bobcatlike equipment, originally purchased for bushfire mitigation works, will help RFS crews make short work of clearing debris. “I’m so proud of our RFS members who have been providing critical support since day one of this flood event, including assisting with rescues, evacuations,

One of the tracked loaders in action

sandbagging, pumping floodwater from inundated properties, and clearing out mud and debris where the multi-purpose tracked loaders

have proven to be invaluable,” Cooke said. “Each tracked loader is fitted with a bucket, slasher and mulcher which means they can

be deployed in a variety of ways and enable our crews to clear debris and mud quicker than ever before. “More than 600 RFS

members, 70 trucks and six aircraft have assisted the NSW SES in the flood response and I can’t thank them enough for their ongoing efforts.” Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said the announcement was a welcome one for many people in the region who have been impacted by the recent floods. “Anything that assists with speeding up the clean-up and recovery process for Central Coast residents will be greatly appreciated,” he said. “It is so important that flood victims are able to get their lives back to normal as quickly as possible after an event like this.” RFS Acting Commissioner,

Kyle Stewart, said the efforts of volunteers and staff over the past two weeks has shown the versatility of the RFS. “Our members attend bush and grass fires, structure fires, motor vehicle accidents and as we see now, flood and storm damage, flood rescues and clean-up,” he said. “We are proud to be working alongside other agencies including the NSW SES, Fire and Rescue NSW and NSW Police Force to protect our communities. “No matter the emergency, the simple fact is that when the community needs help, the RFS will be there.” Terry Collins

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Community spirit shines at Spencer

Trent Atkins and Bianca Hudson (on left) with family members

As the Central Coast continues to mop up after the devastating rains earlier this month, the community of Spencer on the Lower Hawkesbury is banding together. For new owners of the Spencer general store, Trent Atkins and his wife Bianca Hudson, it has been a trying time since they moved to the area just over a year ago. The couple bought the store, renaming it The Anchor at Spencer just days before the heavy rains devastated the area earlier this month, just as the township was recovering from the March floods. “A short time after we bought our home in Cohens Creek, we had two floods in just over a

week,” Atkins said. “First the back creek flooded when a water tank got caught underneath a footbridge and water went through ours and neighbouring properties. “We have three teenage boys whose bedrooms are on the ground floor, and we lost everything-down there. “There wasn’t even enough time to clear things before the water hit. “We had just got that all tidied up when less than two weeks later the big floods hit in March, and it happened all over again. “All the furniture, including the beds, had to be replaced once more.” Just as the family recovered from the March flooding, it finalised the purchase of the

general store in June – only for the floods to return within days. “Thankfully the shop didn’t get flooded but our home was flooded again, along with those of all our neighbours,” Atkins said. “Somehow it absorbs the pain and anguish knowing all the people you love and respect are in the same situation – we are all feeling the strain together.” Although the family’s boys are presently sleeping in the store on swags, with their bedrooms once again flooded, Atkins said the community spirit in Spencer was shining through. “This is the most beautiful part of the world, and it would take more than floods to get us away from this area,” Atkins

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The bottom floor of the family home was flooded again earlier this month

said. “But it’s more than the beauty of Spencer and its surrounds – it’s the people. “They are quite unique – we have been overwhelmed by the genuine care they all have for each other. “I suppose that is symbolic of country towns, but I think Spencer is special. Atkins said when stocking the store became difficult after the rain, the owner of the local caravan park provided a barge free of charge to deliver the goods and residents helped unpack the barge and stack goods in the shop. “It was good that we were able to keep the shop open throughout not only for residents but to support the people who were supporting us

– like the SES and RFS volunteers,” he said. The shop also provided food for flood-affected residents, suspending payment. “We helped out where we could – we didn’t expect payment right away,” Atkins said. “We were looking out for one another.” Atkins said the family had secured flood insurance following the March event but was extremely grateful for support offered by State and Federal governments at that time. “The money covered the costs of the most important items you need in a functioning home – it was a wonderful thing they did,” he said.

“We would have really been in trouble but for the Back to Home grant. “There were delays, which was natural – but when it all settled down they delivered.” As the family awaits insurance estimates, the three boys are sleeping at the store, while Atkins, Hudson and their twoyear-old daughter are still able to live in the upper level of the home. “We’re here for as long as we are standing upright. “We will continue on with our vision to make the store stronger than ever and are looking forward to a new menu. “We renamed the store The Anchor, and just like an anchor, we are holding fast. Terry Collins

Unemployment on the Coast falls to 2 per cent Business NSW Central Coast says the region’s economy is on its way to recovery following the COVID-19 lockdowns, with unemployment levels dropping. “The Central Coast is definitely experiencing record lows in unemployment rates for both the general working population and youth unemployment rates,” Regional Director, Paula Martin, said. “Last month our region saw its unemployment rate drop to 2 per cent with our youth unemployment rate dropping to 6.2 per cent.

“While our rates often bounce around month on month, over the last year our region has been consistently performing below the state average, indicating that the region’s economy is on its way to recovery. “Our JobSeeker rates have also normalised to prepandemic levels so it seems that those who can work seem to be working.” Martin said with only an estimated 3,000 locals seeking work at the moment, it stands to reason that businesses are finding it difficult to find labour with over 2,000 jobs being advertised in the region.

“But there is a hidden labour opportunity for businesses on the Central Coast and that is to improve our participation rate of only 53.8 per cent – the second highest in the state,” she said. “Finding ways to increase the number of hours for this cohort needs to be a priority, starting with working on practical solutions to increase our female participation rate and getting to the bottom of how many of our youth are not included in all these statistics and living off the bank of mum and dad whilst they decide on their career pathways.” Martin’s comments come

following the announcement that the state unemployment rate has reached a record low for the third time this year, falling 0.7 percentage points to 3.3 per cent in June. It is the State’s lowest monthly unemployment rate since current records began in 1978. About 26,000 extra people were employed in jobs in June in NSW and hours worked in NSW also rose by 1 per cent. Treasurer Matt Kean said the figures are the result of the NSW Government’s strong economic management and show the underlying strength of the State’s economy after more than $53B was committed

for COVID-19 support and stimulus since March 2020. “NSW has done it again; three record low unemployment rates this year despite the challenges of floods and ongoing COVID outbreaks,” Kean said. “The NSW Government’s tailored support measures throughout bushfires, floods and COVID outbreaks are helping NSW achieve a jobs boom. “The NSW labour market is in a very strong position and our record low unemployment rate of 3.3 per cent is well below the national rate.” Kean said the unemployment

rate underscores the importance of enabling every person who wants to work to be able to do so. “That’s why our Budget included $5B over 10 years to fund affordable, accessible childcare to unlock the potential for more women to participate in the workforce,” he said. The reforms would enable up to 95,000 more women to enter the workforce or take on more hours by 2032-33. Employment in NSW is now 158,600 above its pre-COVID level and 117,300 above its pre-Delta level. Terry Collins

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New shark listening station installed off Soldiers Beach A new tagged shark listening station has been rolled out off Soldiers Beach, as part of the NSW Government’s 2021-22 Shark Management Program. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast Adam Crouch said the Central Coast is the latest location to take possession of the extra shark mitigation technology. “This means when a tagged shark comes close to the coastline off Soldiers Beach and surrounding beaches, everyone using our SharkSmart app will know about it instantly, including Surf Life Saving NSW

and Central Coast Council lifeguards,” Crouch said. “As part of the NSW Government’s Shark Management Program, every Local Government Area along the NSW coastline will have at least one of these state-of-theart units at ocean beaches in their area. “Overall, an additional 16 shark listening stations will be installed up and down the NSW coastline this year, increasing the state’s network to 37.” Crouch said the NSW Department of Primary Industries has worked with local authorities on determining the best placement of the units

Twitter @NSWSharkSmart and the SharkSmart app. The data also provides important insights into the movements of sharks in our waters. The NSW Government encourages all beachgoers to be SharkSmart when entering the ocean or estuarine environments and download the SharkSmart app. For more information, visit sharksmart.nsw.gov.au. A Shark Listening Station being deployed.

in coastal locations. Shark listening stations detect the presence of tagged

target sharks (White, Tiger and Bull sharks) swimming within approximately 500m of the

listening station and provide real-time alerts to the public and beach authorities via

Source: Media release, Jul 19, 2022 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

More train hold-ups to come The stand-off between the State Government and unions over safety conditions on the rail network continues to escalate, with Central Coast commuters warned to be prepared for minor disruptions in the early hours next Thursday. The Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) says a four-hour stoppage has been planned from midnight until 4am on July 28 due to the Government’s “refusal to budge on key safety and workplace issues”. RTBU NSW Secretary, Alex Claassens,said the Government refuses to sign a deed confirming it will make the safety changes required on the New Intercity Fleet and that the cost of doing so won’t come at the expense of workers’ wages and conditions. “(This) has left workers with no choice but to take further action,” he said. Claassens said that while the action is designed to make a point to management and the Government, it will stop trains during the early hours on

There will be more train delays in the early hours on July 28

Thursday, and potentially have a small impact in the hours before and after the action. “It’s incredibly disappointing that we’re being forced to take protected industrial action yet again,” he said. “This could have all been over a long time ago if the Government just did the right thing and fixed these unsafe

trains.” Claassens said the Government is attempting to compound two separate issues – the safety of the New Intercity Fleet and rail workers wages and conditions – in an attempt to win some sort of political game. “It seems the NSW Government thinks that rail

workers will eventually give up and just agree to put commuters at risk by allowing the New Intercity Fleet to run,” he said. “That simply won’t happen. “We’re the people on the frontline when disaster strikes – we know the stakes are far too high. “Nor will we be bullied into accepting an inferior enterprise

agreement in order to get safe trains on our network. “Commuters and workers deserve safe trains, and rail workers deserve fair wages and conditions.” The State Government said the latest action is a “tactic” to pressure the Government into agreeing to “exorbitant increases in wages and conditions equivalent to 16.5 per cent in the first year”. “While the Government is currently assessing the impact of the strike, the RTBU have resolved that this type of action will continue to escalate in different ways until the NSW Government yields to their extreme wage claims,” a spokesperson said. “The unions are refusing to accept a fair and reasonable package offered by the NSW Government that will ultimately result in more money in the pockets of their members. “The latest claim from the rail unions comes on top of their previous demands, including $264M worth of modifications to the New Intercity Fleet (NIF) with the total cost to taxpayers

likely to be much higher as the fleet sits unused. “In the interests of providing certainty of service to the travelling public, the NSW Government has already put an offer to unions which included the alterations to the NIF and more than 70 other claims put forward by the rail unions. “These offers have been put in writing and any suggestion otherwise is purely a delaying tactic by the unions to provide cover for further industrial action.” Minister for Employee Relations, Damien Tudehope, said the dispute wasn’t about safety, but exorbitant pay demands, job protection, and the egos of union leaders. “It’s not just commuters that are suffering, but also rail workers who are being deprived of a fair and reasonable wage increase,” he said. He called on union leaders to come to the negotiating table once and for all to resolve the dispute in the best interest of rail workers and commuters. Terry Collins

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McIntosh to run as an independent in state election

Woy Woy local and retired school principal, Gab McIntosh, has announced her candidacy as an Independent in next year’s state election, labelling the NSW educational system as a “dreadful mess”. McIntosh is considering either the NSW upper house or the lower house seat of Terrigal, currently held by Adam Crouch MP. McIntosh, who received an Order of Australia in 2007 for her work in education, was the principal of the alternative school in Kincumber, Eagle Arts and Vocational College. The free institution for “school refusers” was a school for teenagers struggling to cope with mainstream schools on the Central Coast. The State Government shut the school down in 2018, but according to McIntosh, it had successfully passed a full

inspection in July 2017. “Thirty kids with nowhere to go were simply tossed onto the streets of the Central Coast when Eagle Arts Vocational College was closed by the NSW Education and Standards Authority (NESA),” McIntosh said. “These were kids trying hard to give schooling a second chance, and of course, none of them ever went near a school again.” McIntosh claimed that the State Government had ignored written advice from the AntiDiscrimination Board in 2018 that detailed six breaches of the Act that could occur if the school was closed. She said the AntiDiscrimination Board had accepted a complaint, initially on six counts of discrimination, against closing the school, which was later reduced to two counts, based on discrimination against students with a disability

Retired school principal of alternative school, Eagle Arts and Vocational College, Gab McIntosh

and Aboriginal students. “The Anti-Discrimination Board wrote to NESA on February 5 2018, and directed them not to close the school until they had a meeting with the school’s representatives,” McIntosh said. “However, NESA did not attend any meeting.”

Joined by Convenor, Uncle Owen Whyman, McIntosh also reached out to multiple State and Federal Coast MPs, asking if they were aware that the State Government had ignored the advice. “What is the point of an elected representative if they can’t protect the most vulnerable

teenagers in the community,” McIntosh said. “The only option I had left was to stand up and represent these kids myself.” McIntosh said she was running as an Independent for either the Upper House or for the seat of Terrigal, focusing on education reform, closing NESA and reinstating the NSW Board of Studies education board. “I don’t just want Eagle Arts and Vocational College back; I want the Central Coast to have half a dozen more schools like it,” she said. “Additionally, TAFE used to be a terrific provider of free quality education for both kids and adults but has now been squashed as private providers have been elevated. “Research suggests that 50 per cent of teachers are keen to leave the profession, and they cite ridiculous amounts of paperwork as a reason. McIntosh is also the co-

founder of the Indigenous Party of Australia (IPA) and said one of its policies was to focus on Indigenous-friendly schools. “Eagle Arts and Vocational College was one of these schools,” McIntosh said. “It might seem like water under the bridge, but the refusal of the State Government to listen to the advice from the Anti-Discrimination Board should send a shiver down the spine of every parent, of every school-aged kid, on the Central Coast. “We want the school or its equivalent re-opened.” Although IPA could not field candidates in time for next year’s state election, McIntosh said it was committed to supporting Indigenous women who had announced their candidacy. The NSW state election will be held on March 25, 2023. Hayley McMahon

Local petition to encourage fuel efficiency With the prices of fuel skyrocketing one local woman Debi Thornton has taken the step to petition Federal Parliament to set stricter fuel efficiency targets for motor vehicles. Her efforts seem to have struck a chord with people all over the state as more than 7,500 people already have signed the petition. Thornton is an electric vehicle (EV) owner and says discussion about electric cars is often too technical for most people to care about. Her own experience is more pragmatic and she thinks her approach will appeal to families struggling with spiraling fuel costs.

Debi Thornton of Copacabana with the family’s Tesla on one of their long road trips

Her petition, which can be found on change.org is titled – Secure our energy future: Australia must implement Fuel Efficiency Standards.

It asks the Federal Government to encourage the adoption of fuel-efficient vehicles as a way to reduce future risks of fuel cost hikes and put downward pressure on transport costs.

According to Thornton’s research Australia, alongside Russia, is one of the only developed countries that does not have vehicle fuel efficiency standards. She says this has

resulted in us becoming the dumping ground for inefficient cars that can’t be sold in other parts of the world. This absence of fuel standards says Thornton is the reason why electric vehicles are out of reach for the majority of Australians.“My family took the leap to purchase a Tesla EV some time ago and we couldn’t be happier, it’s been a real eye-opener for us.“We’ve done multiple long road trips without any hassle thanks to an increasingly large charge network across the country,“I recognise that the purchase cost for many families will be currently out of reach, though I believe the high cost has a lot to do with old government policies that do

not factor in things like national fuel security and the risks associated with conflict overseas.” said Thornton. Wollongong-based US energy advisor Saul Griffith said in a recent talk to the Central Coast Sustainable Industries Association that there are a series of other advantages to EV ownership that rarely rates a mention, including reduced noise pollution, cheaper and simplified servicing, no toxic chemicals and of course the ability to sell the electricity stored in the car back to the grid at peak times or indeed to blackout proof your home or business. David Abrahams

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Debate flares over flying Australian flag at Umina Peninsula Chamber of Commerce is continuing its fight to regain the right to fly the Australian flag on light poles at Umina on special occasions and has labelled the draft Street Banner Policy, Flying of Flags Policy and Street Banner Guide to be presented to Council on July 26 “un-Australian”. Chamber President, Matthew Wales, said the Chamber has been liaising with Community and Culture Unit Manager, Glenn Cannard, for some time on the formulation of the policies and has made detailed representations to Council. Wales said the draft policies are specifically aimed at preventing the flag from being installed on light poles along West St.

“(Our) representations were aimed at ensuring that we could once again have our Australian flag banners installed in the Umina Beach retail precinct, particularly on Australia Day (as we have in the past) and ANZAC Day,” he said. Wales said Council’s view appeared to be the correct approach is to only fly official flags on actual flag poles so Council can ensure all flags are flown in accordance with the relevant protocols. “As an example national flags cannot be flown at night unless they are properly illuminated,” he said. “It is timely to note that on all previous occasions the Australian flag banners have been flown, they have always been installed in accordance with the relevant protocols.

Flags have previously flown in West St on Australia Day

“The Chamber has always been conscious of these protocols. “Further, every flag is on a light pole, directly under the light and hence always illuminated at night. “As for only flying the Australian flag on flag poles,

there are no flag poles in the Umina Beach retail centre and hence, under this draft policy, no Australian Flags could be flown on Australia Day or any other relevant occasion in the town centre. “This is un-Australian. “The Chamber objects to this

approach and the inclusion of these provisions in the draft policies. “This is seen as a continuing approach by Council to prevent our Australian Flag Banners being installed on light poles, particularly in West St, and (we) would request that these provisions be removed from the draft.” A spokesperson said Council is firmly committed to ensuring our national flag flies continually and appropriately while complying with the State and Federal Government protocols, and in accordance with the Australian Flags Booklet publication of the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet and the Premiers Department of NSW publication Flags and Emblems of NSW. “The Draft Flying of Flags

Policy incorporates these important protocols,” the spokesperson said. “The Draft Street Banner Policy and Draft Street Banner Guidelines propose a uniform approach to Council’s management of banner infrastructure in various locations across the Coast and provide opportunities for this infrastructure to be widely utilised and accessible to the whole community. “Throughout the development of these draft documents, Council officers engaged with a diverse range of key stakeholders including current banner infrastructure users, town centre businesses and business chambers.” Terry Collins

More Shelterbags for the homeless The Terrigal Rotary Club has raised more than $5,000 for its Shelterbags for the Homeless Project through a special film night at Avoca Beach Picture Theatre. Spokesperson Mary Crammond said Community Director, Maggie Vincent, had organised the evening, featuring a showing of Elvis the Movie. “Maggie attracted a crowd of 265 attendees and provided them with little boxes of supper food, the contents of which were donated by Coles Supermarket and our club members,” Crammond said. “Maggie raised over $600 in raffle ticket sales plus $4,500 in ticket sales. “All proceeds go to our Shelterbags for the Homeless Project – that is a Shelterbag for a further 64 homeless people.” The project aims to provide people who are homeless with a Shelterbag – a light, durable,

warm, waterproof, comfortable protective sleeping tent. Shelterbags is a product of the not-for-profit organisation based out of Holland, the Sheltersuit Foundation, which was created by Dutch resident, Bas Timmers, after his friend’s father died of hypothermia on the streets of Holland in 2014. Crammond, who was one of the co-founders of the Terrigal Rotary project, said she was introduced to Shelterbags for the first time when visiting Terrigal’s twin Rotary Club in Cape Town in 2019. It was only when COVID 19 hit that they realised the extent of homelessness in Australia. “After researching Australian homelessness for nine months, contacting outreach agencies to ascertain the need for protective sleepwear for the homeless and assessing the sustainability of such a program, the project effectively commenced in January 2021,” she said. Homelessness continues to

be an issue on the Central Coast as COVID-19, rising house prices, and a shortage of social housing force more people onto the streets. “Since COVID, we have more women over 50 on the streets, more victims of domestic abuse, and unemployed youth,” Crammond said. “We believe that every human being deserves a warm, dry and comfortable night’s sleep, preferably with a roof for shelter. “Whilst not ideal, a Shelterbag at least will provide a warm, dry, and relatively comfortable (place), as well as a little dignity.” Terrigal Rotary has now provided 1,850 Shelterbags for the homeless in NSW and Western Australia but Crammond said they need thousands more. Tax deductible donations can be made at https://donations. RAWCs. Terry Collins

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Police appeal for dash cam footage Tuggerah Lakes Police are appealing for community assistance as officers investigate an alleged road rage incident on the Pacific Highway at Ourimbah on June 30. The alleged road rage incident occurred northbound between Glen Road and King Street shortly after 3.35 pm on Thursday, June 30. Police are seeking dash cam footage and anyone who may have witnessed an incident

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that involved a White Nissan Navara tray back utility allegedly driving dangerously and threatening motorists.

Anyone in the community able to assist Tuggerah Lakes Police with their enquiries should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333000 or https:// nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Police report E89635854 relates. Police remind community members that they can remain anonymous if they wish and that information is treated in strict confidence. Source: Tuggerah Lakes Police District

Failure to pay for fuel

Seven people were arrested for alleged prohibited drug possession after Brisbane Water Police conducted high visibility patrols of the Gosford Transport Interchange on July 15. Brisbane Water Police District, Police Transport Command Gosford and the Dog and

Mounted Command conducted patrols of the Gosford Transport Interchange as well as several patrols of licensed premises within Gosford and Terrigal on Friday, July 15. During these high visibility patrols, seven people were

arrested for allegedly possessing a prohibited drug. Brisbane Water Police District said it would continue to target and patrol for anti-social behaviour, alcohol-related crime and drug crime. Source: Brisbane Water Police District

We’re not as stupid as the authorities think we are The lack of sensible nonpolitical planning and investment for electricity will not only seriously damage our economy but give us great times to dine by candlelight in the next few years. Hospitals cannot be created overnight – the facilities have to be built and trained staff have to be found.

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Tuggerah Lakes Police is investigating a number of fail to pay for fuel offences within the District. At about 2.45pm on Wednesday, May, 25, and about 12.35pm on Saturday, June 4, offences occurred at the Woolworths Service Station at Bateau Bay. Pictures taken from CCTV footage at the time of the incidents depict a male who

may be able to assist police with their enquiries. The vehicle also depicted from the footage, a black Holden Commodore utility, had no current registration with the registration of the vehicle being cancelled. If you can help police with their enquiries or know the person or vehicle depicted in

the footage, contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers. com.au. Information will be treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages. Source: Tuggerah Lakes Police District Facebook page, Jul 20

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More GPs announced for the Central Coast

Amid the critical shortage of GPs across the Central Coast, an announcement from the Albanese Government has flagged the change to Distribution Priority Area (DPA) classifications meaning local practices can now recruit more GPs from a wider pool of doctors. As part of a key election commitment, an update of the DPA classification system will now recognise 700 areas in Australia with either full or partial DPA classification, making it easier for people in outer suburbs and regions to see a GP. Federal Member for Shortland, Pat Conroy, Federal Member for Dobell, Emma McBride, and Federal Member for Robertson, Dr Gordon Reid, visited the East Gosford Medical Family Practice on July 21 to make the announcement. McBride said this was a crucial step forward in improving access to healthcare on the Coast. “As a pharmacist of 20 years, I understand the importance of quality, affordable healthcare close to home,” she said. “The Coast has been

Federal Member for Shortland, Pat Conroy, Federal Member for Dobell, Emma McBride, and Federal Member for Robertson, Dr Gordon Reid, visited the East Gosford Medical Family Practice on July 21 to make the announcement.

struggling with a GP shortage for years, with locals waiting weeks for routine appointments and practices being forced to close their books. “The further you live outside a big city, the harder it is to access healthcare which is

why it’s so important to give these communities priority access to GPs. “That’s why our Central Coast Labor team committed to recognising more suburbs in our region as a priority, so local practices can recruit and retain

more doctors and so locals can access the healthcare they need when they need it.” GP catchments in the Central Coast to be given the updated status include Toukley, Budgewoi, Wyong, Bateau Bay, The Entrance, Erina, Terrigal,

Kincumber, Box Head, Gosford and Kariong. The Government will also be maintaining the exceptional circumstances review for DPA classifications, so other regions can be recognised as a priority

in the future if the need arises. Updating the DPA classification for the Central Coast region will make it easier for local GP practices to recruit and retain doctors from the Bonded Medical Program and overseas trained doctors, helping to reduce GP stress and patient wait times. Dr Reid also welcomed the announcement and recognised how hard it was to access a GP on the Central Coast. “As an emergency doctor, I saw firsthand how the lack of GPs on the Central Coast put pressure on emergency departments in our public hospitals,” Dr Reid said. “Residents often tell me about their difficulties in finding a doctor to take on new patients. “I am proud to be part of a Federal Labor Government that has listened to our community and is working to improve access to healthcare and take the pressure off local hospitals.” The DPA changes will immediately take effect from July 21. Hayley McMahon

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Two Central Coast creatives are bringing local art, interactive workshops, and artistically inspired events to Gosford’s Kibble Park, transforming the space into a lively art and music hub for the whole month of August. Curious Creators’ founders Natalie Renwick and Jasmin Ruperez are hosting August Art Month in the Parkhouse at Kibble Park, with an actionpacked schedule lined up for artists and the community to enjoy. “We were given the opportunity to occupy the space in Parkhouse from the Central Coast Council, so we thought of creating an August Art Month which would encapsulate everything we do from workshops to special performance nights, art exhibitions and events,” Renwick said. “Our space will have one-ofa-kind art to be inspired by, creations from local artists and makers for the community to purchase, fun, inclusive workshops for all ages and abilities to get involved in and social events for artists and the community to come together. “We have also encouraged our facilitators, stall holders and exhibitors to focus on sustainability using natural and recycled materials in their artworks, creations and offerings.” August Art Month will commence from August 3 to August 27 with events and workshops hosted by local artists and the Curious Creators every Wednesday to Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm. The art exhibition showcasing upcoming, emerging and professional artists from the Central Coast will have its special opening night on Saturday, August 6, which will then be on display in the Parkhouse for the

Local art to shine in August Art Month Curious Creators founders, Natalie Renwick (left) and Jasmin Ruperez (Right)

whole month. “Opening night of our exhibition will be $5 entry including a complimentary drink where people can mingle with the artists and ask questions about their work … we also have a people’s choice award where people can vote for their favourite,” Renwick said. “We have some free events like our Art Mornings Saturdays, where people are encouraged

to bring their projects to work on in a collaborative space where they can chat, share and be inspired by other artists and like-minded people. “We also have some paid events and workshops that people will need to buy tickets for, which can be found on our Curious Creators website.” Some activities include watercolour painting and drawing, upcycled twine making, dance lessons with

hoops and fans, trash costume making, recycled crown making, coiled basketry, and paint and sip evenings. Renwick said some workshops and activities would also help them prepare for their Flow Walk parade, which will be a part of the Lakes Festival in November. “On our Art Morning Saturdays, we will be collecting and cleaning rubbish found in the local area and turning them

into upcycled costumes that we will wear during our Flow Walk at the Lakes Festival,” she said. “So, all the creations made during our August costumemaking workshops and the choreography learnt in the hula hoop workshop will contribute to our big community parade in November.” Further information about August Art Month, including the times and days of different

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Two events to celebrate National Tree Day

Central Coast Council is set to celebrate National Tree Day with two community events on Sunday, July 31. National Tree Day is Australia’s largest community tree planting and nature care event. Acting Director Environment and Planning, David Milliken, said Council will be facilitating two planting events at Porters Creek and Umina Beach. “National Tree Day involves more than planting native trees to rejuvenate the area, it’s also a chance for our community to learn about and get involved in conserving their local environment,” Milliken said. “These events will provide a space for community connection, education and can help promote the value of our local natural areas. “The event at Umina Beach will be aimed at revegetating the coastal dunes and at

Residents can join in National Tree Day activities

Porters Creek we will be focussed on protecting our largest remaining freshwater wetland.” Milliken said dune vegetation plays an important role in coastal environments as it reduces the impacts of wind and water erosion, meaning

less sand will be blown on to roads and into properties, and less sand lost during high seas and large swells. “By restoring the dunes at Umina Beach, it will also provide habitat and a food source for many local species of small birds and local fauna

native to the region,” he said. “In the long term, established native vegetation helps prevent other unwanted species, such as exotics and environmental weeds like Bitou bush, from thriving in sand dunes. “Porters Creek Wetland plays

an important role in the water quality of Tuggerah Lakes by filtering stormwater runoff before it enters the estuary.” Council Administrator, Rik Hart, said more than 26 million trees have been planted by Australian volunteers during National Tree Day events since

it started in 1996. “Join in the fun at Umina Beach or Porters Creek, get your hands dirty and support Planet Ark’s goal of getting another million plants in the ground this year,” he said. “By helping plant a tree, not only are you playing a role in revegetating and helping protect our local natural areas, but you’re also providing habitat for native wildlife and making our community a better place to live.” National Tree Day will be celebrated on July 31 at Umina Beach and Porters Creek Wetland from 9am-noon. Find out more Council’s National Tree Day event by visiting centralcoast.nsw.gov. au/nationaltreeday. Source: Media release, Jul 20 Central Coast Council

Bastille day celebrated locally Local francophiles celebrated France’s national day, Bastille Day in style last week at Tommy’s Cafe on Gosford waterfront. The day celebrates the revolution that started all revolutions in France more than 240 years ago. The French National Day, officially called Fête Nationale Française, marks the anniversary of the Storming of the Bastille on July 14, 1789, the event that ultimately led to the establishment of the First Republic in France and the downfall of the monarchy of Louis XVI. The national day has been celebrated in one form or another since 1790 and is

considered one of the oldest and most elaborate in the world with a famous military parade conducted on the ChampsÉlysées in Paris in front of the President of the Republic. Locally, de la Côte Centrale President of Alliance Francais Central Coast, Nathalie Adams, told CCN their luncheon on Sunday was full of good cheer and good friendships. “Alliance Frances is a global organisation that celebrates the French language, food and culture. “While I have been a proud Australian for 30 years my French heritage gives me an interesting and inspiring insight into the world that I am always keen to share. “Our AF Central Coast chapter is a not-for-profit membership

organisation which holds private French lessons at both East Gosford and Bateau Bay and also holds monthly meetings at The Diggers at Ettalong. “We also hold weekly French conversation groups of all levels on Saturday mornings at various locations” Yearly membership of $30 introduces participants to the extensive and beautiful world of French culture where members freely discuss topics such as travel tips, language, recipes and history and are introduced to a positive social group. More information can be found on their website https:// www.afcentralcoast.org.au David Abrahams

Nathalie Adams, President of Alliance Francaise Central Coast

Walk for mental health at Wagstaffe A walk to highlight the difficulties that arise from mental health misdiagnoses and failed medical interventions will be held on the Bouddi Peninsula on Sunday, July 24 from Wagstaffe to Hardys Bay between 9 am to 11 am.

Organiser Karen Adler at Wagstaffe wharf

The walk is inspired by similar events around the world, originating in Ireland by an organisation called Stephen’s Voice which formed when Stephen died 6 weeks after being prescribed the wrong medications to help him sleep. “It’s a truly heart-rending story and horrendous that it happened, even more

horrendous that it continues to happen across the world.” says Karen Adler, local Art Therapist and organiser of Sunday’s walk. “As the community discusses mental health more openly we can now start talking and learning from some of the failures of the current system “That’s what this walk is all about, revealing the stories, sharing the problems and finding solutions. Everyone is welcome to join in the slow and easy walk on Sunday. For more information search the Facebook events page ‘Walk for Prescribed Harm Awareness’. Terry Collins

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Puppy carer program comes to the coast Seeing Eye Dogs is calling on all Central Coast dog lovers to attend its information session on July 22, as it seeks to find local volunteers who want to become carers for dogs in training. Seeing Eye Dogs are the only national breeder, trainer and provider of dog guides, developing and maintaining dog guide services for people who are blind or have low vision. The Puppy Carer Information Session will be hosted on Friday, July 22, in Gosford to help garner some interest and answer any questions locals may have about the dog carer program, which is set to commence in January 2023. Trainee Mobility Instructor, Mikaela Smith, said the session would allow the public to learn more about the program and how to become a Seeing Eye Dog carer. “We are so excited to be able to get the local community involved in the raising and training of these special dogs,” Smith said. “The program is about a five to six-month training period,

A Seeing Eye Dogs volunteer dog carer with 4 dogs currently in training

where we will have dogs based in the Central Coast training to become fully qualified Seeing Eye Dogs. “This training period is after

the dogs have completed their 12 weeks puppy raising program and have been assessed for suitability. “The program gets the dogs

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experience was necessary, and the volunteer program was open to anyone. “Our client base has a whole range of different lifestyles

where people are living on farms, in apartments, have dogs and kids, or live by themselves…so we are looking for a volunteer base that reflects that same environment,” Smith said. “Volunteers will need to have some availability throughout the week so that we can pick up and drop off the dogs, which will be between two and five days every week, but it’s pretty flexible.” Smith said the information session was at 3 pm on Friday, July 22, at 6 Baker Street, Gosford. If interested community members are unable to attend the information session, questions can be emailed to sedvolunteer@visionaustralia. org. The Puppy Carer program is open to areas of the Central Coast, including Woy Woy, Umina Beach, Ettalong Beach, Booker Bay, Blackwall, Horsfield Bay, Woy Woy Bay, Kariong, Koolewong, Tascott, Point Clare, West Gosford, Gosford, North Gosford, East Gosford and Point Frederick. Hayley McMahon

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6:00 The Talk [s] 7:00 Cycling: Tour De France 7:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] Femmes: Highlights 7:30 The Bold And The Beautiful 8:00 Cycling: Tour De France: (PG) [s] Highlights 8:00 10 News First [s] 9:00 Cycling: Tour De France: 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] Stage 21 *Replay* 12:00 Dr Phil (M) [s] 11:00 Cycling: Tour De France Femmes: Stage 1 *Replay* 1:00 Program To Be Advised 1:00 Worldwatch 2:30 Entertainment Tonight [s] 2:05 Going Places With Ernie 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] Dingo (PG) 3:30 My Market Kitchen [s] 2:35 The Cook Up With Adam 4:00 Everyday Gourmet With Liaw (PG) Justine Schofield [s] 3:05 Jeopardy! (PG) 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful 3:30 Letters And Numbers (PG) [s] 4:00 Cycling: Tour De France 5:00 10 News First [s] Femmes: Highlights 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 5:00 Cycling: Tour De France: 7:30 Hunted (PG) [s] Evening Highlights 8:40 Have You Been Paying 6:00 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw Attention? (M) [s] (PG) 9:40 Kitty Flanagan - Smashing 6:30 SBS World News (MA15+) [s] 7:30 Savings Lives At Sea (PG) 11:10 The Project (PG) [s] 12:10 The Late Show With Stephen 8:40 The Queen’s Guard: A Year In Service (M) Colbert (PG) [s] 9:35 24 Hours In Emergency (PG) 1:00 Home Shopping

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6:00 The Talk [s] 7:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 7:30 The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 8:00 10 News First [s] 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 12:00 Dr Phil (M) [s] 1:00 Program To Be Advised 2:00 Program To Be Advised 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 3:30 My Market Kitchen [s] 4:00 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield [s] 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 7:30 Shaun Micallef’s Brain Eisteddfod (PG) [s] 8:30 Ghosts: Viking Funeral/ Dinner Party (PG) [s] 9:30 The Secrets She Keeps (M) [s] 11:30 The Project (PG) [s] 12:30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert (PG) [s] 1:30 Home Shopping

9:00 Fantastical Factory Of Curious Craft (PG) 9:55 Employable Me (UK) (PG) 11:00 Cycling: Tour De France Femmes: Stage 3 *Replay* 1:00 Worldwatch 2:05 Insight: Sharing Kids’ Lives Online (M) 3:05 Going Places With Ernie Dingo (PG) 3:35 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw (PG) 4:05 Jeopardy! (PG) 4:30 Letters And Numbers 5:00 Cycling: Tour De France Femmes: Highlights 6:00 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw (PG) 6:30 SBS World News 7:35 New York - The City That Never Sleeps: World’s Richest City (M) 8:30 Jack The Ripper (M) 9:30 Too Close (MA15+) 10:30 Cycling: Tour De France Femmes: Stage 4 *Live*

6:00 The Talk (PG) [s] 7:00 Cycling: Tour De France 7:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] Femmes: Highlights 7:30 The Bold And The Beautiful 8:00 Worldwatch (PG) [s] 9:00 Home Is Where The Art Is 8:00 10 News First [s] 9:50 Employable Me (UK) (PG) 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 11:00 Cycling: Tour De France 12:00 Dr Phil (M) [s] Femmes: Stage 4 *Replay* 1:00 Worldwatch 1:00 Program To Be Advised 2:15 Entertainment Tonight [s] 2:05 Planet Of Treasures (PG) 2:30 Farm To Fork [s] 3:05 Off Country (PG) 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 3:35 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw (PG) 3:30 My Market Kitchen [s] 4:00 Everyday Gourmet [s] 4:05 Jeopardy! (PG) 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful 4:30 Letters And Numbers (PG) [s] 5:00 Cycling: Tour De France 5:00 10 News First [s] Femmes: Evening Highlights 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 6:00 The Cook Up With Adam 7:30 Neighbours Series Finale (PG) Liaw (PG) 9:00 Law & Order: SVU: Guardians 6:30 SBS World News And Gladiators (MA15+) [s] 7:35 Billion Pound Bond Street 10:00 Program To Be Advised (PG) 10:30 Law & Order: SVU: Wolves In 8:30 Death Of An Icon: Marilyn Monroe (M) (In English/ Sheep’s Clothing (M v) [s] German) 11:00 The Project (PG) [s] 12:00 The Late Show (PG) [s] 9:30 The Sean Connery Paradox 1:00 Home Shopping (M)

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World Snake Day marked with deadly venom milk-off School holiday visitors were surprised to witness a deadly and dangerous event at The Australian Reptile Park recently as the Park’s popular Venom Milk Off was held to coincide with World Snake Day on July 16. The challenge involved keepers Zac Bower, Jake Meney and Billy Collett bringing out three of Australia’s deadliest snakes and milking them to see who would produce the largest yield of venom. Although the Australian Reptile Park hosts a huge variety of Australia’s deadliest snakes, selecting the species of snakes to use was not a tough one. The Venom Milk Off included the Tiger Snake, The King Brown Snake and the Coastal Taipan. All three snakes are known for being incredibly deadly, and the task had everyone’s hearts racing as each snake was revealed from its bag. The Milk Off saw the Coastal Taipan victorious at a massive 2.4 grams of venom, while the King Brown came second at 1.6 grams and the Tiger Snake came third with 0.2 grams.

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All venom produced from the display has been processed and ready to be shipped off and contribute to the lifesaving antivenom program. Operations Manager, Billy Collett said while staff were backing the Coastal Taipan to come out victorious considering how dangerous it is, a few thought the King Brown might

have had him beat. “It was a really impressive display from these amazing animals, and we loved taking the time to educate the crowd on snake bite first aid and showing the world just how deadly these snakes can be,” he said. The Australian Reptile Park is the only facility in the world that

milks Australian terrestrial land snakes for the production of antivenom. Seqirus transforms the raw venom into the final product of lifesaving antivenom. The Park extracts venom from five groups of Australia’s deadliest snakes including Taipans, Brown Snakes, Tiger Snakes, Death Adders and

Black Snakes. Every year there are an estimated 2,000 reported snake bites in Australia, with over 300 people receiving antivenom and having their lives saved by the program. In early 2023, the Park will commence construction on a new state-of-the-art venom milking facility where visitors

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Coastal Twist Festival returns in September

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The much-anticipated Annual Coastal Twist LGBTIQA+ Arts and Culture Festival is set to return in September after a twoyear hiatus due to COVID-19. There will be surprises, vibrancy and fun and some of the biggest headliners to date at this year’s festival, to run over seven days and nights from September 27-October 3. As the festival continues to

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grow, so does the programming and activations. Funded by NSW Government the festival this year has been able to amass some real star power including global headliners making their way to the Central Coast for the first time. Australian electronic music duo Electric Fields, combining modern electric-soul music with ancient indigenous culture will perform along with Etcetera

Etcetera from RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under and internationally acclaimed puppetry innovators Erth. The entertainment list continues with one of Australia’s most significant DJs Jonny Seymour, International circus icon Empress Stah,Melbourne’s Burlesque Baddie Ruby Slippers and a comedy showcase by Kweens of Comedy. There will also be more local

and national LGBTIQA+ performing artists and musicians. Coastal Twist Festival has also expanded on its community programs benefiting LGBTQ youth, seniors and all abilities with Auslan across events in accessible spaces. The festival continues to authentically promote inclusion through variety with a wide range of fun and innovative content.

Highlights will include The Love Club Cabaret, The Futurismo Surrealist Dance Party and The Rainbow Youth Teens Dance party. There will be large free family friendly events including the beach party picnic Life’s a Beach – a day in the sands of Umina Beach with DJs and entertainment. The festival centrepiece, Coastie Carnie Fair Day, will provide all day entertainment,

markets, curated food and bar area, Rainbow Family area, Drag Storytime, Teen Zone and the Pupparazzi Pooch Parade. See the schedule of events and RSVP for free events and ticket purchases, giveaways, prizes,raffles,and opportunities at www.coastaltwist.org.au. Source: Media release, Jul 14 Coastal Twist Festival

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Happy-Go-Lucky Author: David Sedaris Publisher: Little, Brown It has been a long time since I read a book by David Sedaris, and he has many. In another life I even went to hear him do a reading of his essays at the Sydney Opera House. The New York Times had his book, Happy-GoLucky on the non-fiction best seller list and I thought it was just what I needed to read as I felt overdue for a few good laughs. For those of you not familiar with David Sedaris he is a humourist who grew up in North Carolina. He writes about his family, Greek heritage, jobs he had, drugs he has done, homosexuality people he has come across and lots more. His sister is Amy Sedaris, who is quite famous in her own right. I recently binged on Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt and she was the character of Mimi Kanasis. You will want to know who Amy is if you plan to read the book because she is referenced 133 times (Kindle is handy sometimes). The book starts with David going to a shooting range with his sister Lisa (he has a big family).

While Lonnie, the instructor has nothing but praise for Lisa he ends up calling David Mike, “which was more than a little demoralizing. Not getting the “Wait a minute – the David Sedaris?” David then writes about Sandy Hook and the other mass shootings in America and how one school put a pile of rocks in all its classrooms, “the idea being for the kids to stone their wouldbe assassins.” I looked it up, it is true. Other chapters include his speech young

graduates offering life advice including the only two scented candles to buy (don’t think of buying anything but Diptyque or Trudon). As an aside if you want a laugh look up Trudon candles, there are ones over $800. Usually, David would be doing a multi city tour, however the pandemic stopped that and he writes about how it was to live in New York City and how he would walk the streets at night and the cast of characters he would run into, “The lockdown was brutal for people with Fitbits,

especially those who lived under curfews. I had a perfect record stepwise and was not about to break it for a raging pandemic.” “Normally in New York one out of every two hundred people you pass is crazy. Now it felt more like one out of every two.” He would host dinner parties during the lockdown, which was against the rules but hey, some people feel entitled (he does own a Picasso) and I let that go. However, the part that I really had an issue is with how he described his dying/dead father. Maybe it was a trigger for me, but I thought these sections particularly mean, especially to someone that is not around to defend themselves. I am probably being unfair as I have not read all of David Sedaris’s books, so maybe this came upon me without warning, but it still came across as mean and vindictive. There are snippets of brilliant observations, but as per David’s advice, I chose something to be very offended by and it was how he wrote about his father. If you are already a David Sedaris fan then you will probably want to read this, if you aren’t this is not the book I would suggest you start with. Kim Reardon The Reluctant Book Critic

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Commonwealth Bank to close Umina Beach branch Peninsula Chamber of Commerce executive member Maddie Stephenson (front) with disgruntled customers outside the bank

The Commonwealth Bank is set to close its Umina Beach branch on August 26, with many in the Peninsula community left blindsided by the decision. Peninsula Chamber of Commerce President, Matthew Wales, said he was “extremely disappointed” to hear of the closure. “This is yet another sign that the big banks care little for local town centres as they continue to strive to cut costs and drive profits up often at the expense of local communities,” Wales said. “Umina Beach is one of the busiest and most vibrant retail shopping strips on the Central

Coast, yet it appears that the Commonwealth Bank is more interested in saving dollars than looking after the interests of its local customer base. “Sadly, I’m not surprised as we have seen a cavalcade of banks and buildings societies slowly withdraw from the main street with only brand ATMs offering any form of banking service.” Wales said this now leaves Umina Beach without any frontline banking services. “This does nothing for the health and vitality of local town centres and is a sad reflection of changing times and big bank attitudes.” Member for Gosford Liesl

Tesch said the decision will branches, and in some He said there would be no job have an impact on surrounding instances where to close losses as a result of the businesses. branches,” he said. decision. “Many of my constituents, “Following a recent review, “We recognise some senior particularly those who don’t we made the difficult decision customers prefer to do their use internet banking, need this to permanently close our Umina banking face-to-face,” Swift branch to pay bills, deposit Beach branch. said. Centre Drive 4226 cheques and138 do Robina their dailyTown “Transactions at this Robina branch Qld “For Umina Beach customers, budgeting,” she said. have dropped by half over the we have a nearby central PO Box 3275 Robina Town Centre Qld 4230 “It is partTel: of their social five years before the branch 4km away at Woy Woy. 1300 36 0867 Fax: 1300 81 8962 connection to their community.” coronavirus pandemic. “We’ve found 31 per cent of email: artwork@localdirectories.com.au Commonwealth Bank “We’ve redeployed the vast customers from Umina Beach www.localdirectories.com.au Regional General Manager, majority of staff from branches are already visiting Woy Woy Norm Swift, said operational that have closed. branch. reviews were ongoing. “Our people from Umina “We understand this change “We regularly review our Beach branch will be offered may affect the way some of our branch locations across redeployment opportunities, customers’ bank, and the team Australia to help us make including roles supporting at Umina Beach branch are informed decisions on where to customers over the phone and available until Friday, August open new branches, where to online, or other comparable 26 to help customers find the renovate or upgrade existing roles where it suits them.” solutions that best suit their

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needs.” Swift said customers could continue to make withdrawals and deposits including passbooks during normal business hours at Australia Post’s Bank@Post service at the Umina Beach Post Office. “Customers can also access their accounts 24 hours a day through NetBank or the CommBank app,” he said. “We are also available for general banking enquiries, through our locally-based contact centres on 13 22 21, every day between 8am and 8pm.”

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Top award for Greater Bank

Greater Bank has been named Customer-Owned Institution of the Year as part of Money Magazine’s Consumer Finance Awards for the third year in a row. The Central Coast-based financial institution had previously taken out the Home Lender of the Year award in 2018 and 2019. Greater Bank Chief Executive Officer, Scott Morgan, said the recognition further enhances the bank’s reputation as a financial institution that provides both quality service and great value for its customers. “We are exceptionally proud to be named Customer-Owned Institution of the Year for the third consecutive year,” he said. “Since our establishment more than 75 years ago, our customers have been our priority and remain at that heart of operations. “This guides our people each day and is supported though our structure and commitment to the principle of customerowned banking.” Morgan said the bank does not have shareholders, which means profits are reinvested into the business to

Greater Bank Acting Head of Retail, Scott McCluskey (centre), accepts the award from Money Magazine Editor-inChief, Michelle Baltazar, and Executive Director, Research & Compliance, Rainmaker Group, Alex Dunnin

competitively priced, quality products. He said adapting to the rapid advancements in technology,

and with it the evolving needs of customers, has been a significant focus in recent years through Greater Bank’s

investment in digital transformation. “There is no doubt that technology has driven

customer needs and expectations in recent years, which has resulted in a significant shift toward mobile and digital channels to conduct a wide range of everyday banking transactions and services,” Morgan said. “Digital wallets and banking apps are standard service offerings in 2022, however the work we are undertaking with our digital transformation is establishing foundations that will allow us to rapidly adapt to and implement new product and service offerings that will ensure we are successful service the future service needs of our customers. “This will ensure that Greater Bank is well positioned to remain relevant and sustainable in this future financial services landscape.” Morgan said the latest industry award, as well as the successes achieved across the business over the past year, is testament to the outstanding commitment and dedication of Greater Bank employees. “These awards are only achieved through the outstanding work of our people,” he said. “Be it the customer-facing employees in our branch

network, lending teams and customer contact centre, or the many more working across our head office operations, each day our team of more than 700 knowledgeable and dedicated people play a key role in delivering on our vision and driving our success.” In determining the Money Magazine award, Greater Bank achieved the highest overall score among customer-owned institutions competing across six individual categories, including Home Lender, Personal Lender, Credit Card Issuer, Money Minder, Investment Lender and Business Banking. Across NSW and South-East Queensland, Greater Bank has a customer base of more than 270,000. Greater Bank has been active in the NSW Central Coast region since 1968 and now has branches at Erina, Lake Haven, The Entrance, Toukley, Tuggerah and Woy Woy. For more information on Greater Bank’s award recognition visit http://www. moneymag.com.au or www. greater.com.au. Terry Collins

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Al fresco dining measures extended Business NSW Central Coast has applauded the extension of alfresco dining measures for a further 12 months. Minister for Hospitality and Racing, Kevin Anderson, said the measures enable hospitality businesses to use a range of spaces for outdoor dining, such as parks and car parks, without the need for a separate application. “The temporary measures have been incredibly successful and a huge boost to the industry, so extending them will give hospitality businesses greater certainty for at least another 18 months,” Anderson said. He said he would like to see more regional venues take up the opportunity and consider permanent options that reflect the community’s desire to dine outdoors year-round. “We might be (having) a particularly cold winter, but I doubt that will stop many of us from enjoying ourselves,” Anderson said.

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“It’s been great to see so many businesses welcoming back patrons across the state. Meanwhile, the $5,000 Alfresco Restart Rebate remains available to eligible hospitality businesses and can be used to help offset the cost

of outdoor heaters as well as seating and other items. Business NSW Central Coast Regional Director, Paula Martin, said the extension of the Alfresco Restart Dining package will go a long way to help hospitality business in our

town centres accommodate customers in a COVID safe way. “Vibrant town centres have lively outdoor scenes and these are attractive to local communities seeking to get out and about close to home,” she said.

“The fast tracking of approvals and ability to move to an alfresco environment in private settings give businesses options to serve their customers and create unique experiences. “It’s important that this process is not hindered by any

extra red tape at a local Council level and the experience is easy for business to implement these settings.” Martin said the region has12 town centres with a range of hospitality venues that could benefit from a rebate of up to $5000 to furnish their expansion outdoors. “With cashflow the second greatest challenge for business next to staff shortages, assistance with the purchasing of goods needed to serve customers outdoors will help,” she said. “But businesses have to be quick as it is first in best served so the allocation to the first 5000 businesses will go quickly.” The temporary alfresco measures are now available until December 31, 2023 and will continue to accommodate voluntary social distancing. Terry Collins

East Coast Industrial agent opens Long-time Central Coast resident and Commercial Property Agent Geoff Emms has opened East Coast Industrial to cater for industrial and commercial property sales, leasing and

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property management across the region. After taking a 12-month break to concentrate on his upcoming industrial development at 2 Apollo Cle, West Gosford, Emms will offer

sales and leasing services in addition to personalised property management and development consultancy. Emms has successfully established and managed other agencies in the past.

“The success of any commercial real estate agency is largely determined by the establishment of lasting relationships, and it is the principle which underpins my new independent agency,” he said.

For further details, call 0416 244 456 or go to www. ecindustrial.com.au. Source: Media release, Jul 19, 2022 Geoff Emms

$7.33M more in Council asset sales Central Coast Council has achieved another $7.33M in asset sales through the sale of four properties at Doyalson and one at Bateau Bay. The latest sales take the total tally of properties sold under the Asset Sales program developed as part of Council’s financial recovery to over $62M. Four lots in Thompson Vale Rd, Doyalson, attracted $5.5M and a lot in Cynthia St, Bateau Bay was sold for $1.83M. The details are outlined in a report to go to Council on July 26, with the properties to be removed from Council’s land register.

The Asset Sales program, implemented from Council’s Business Recovery Plan, includes the sale of Council assets which are underperforming or surplus to current and future needs. “This process is crucial to deliver a much-needed boost to Council’s financial position and provide confidence to our lenders that Council operations can continue sustainably, and loans serviced,” the report says. The report says the sale price of $5.5M for the Doyalson properties is in line with the market valuation, with settlement occurring on June 6. The sale of the Bateau Bay

property exceeded the independent valuation of $550,000 by $1,280,000 to achieve a $1.83M sale. The report says risk mitigation had been achieved during the sales process through ensuring adequate due diligence including: reviewing the sites against Council resolutions and historical records; ensuring Council retains ownership of land that is needed for its current and future service delivery; ensuring that any sale would not contravene legislative requirements; and consultation with internal stakeholders affected by the disposal of the assets. “Council staff have engaged with independent property

development experts Michael Filo and Steve Rowe to execute the functions of the Independent Advisory Group,” the report says. “The Advisory Group’s function is to provide an independent panel to review asset sales program prior to going to Council, review and advise on conditional sales for commercial and industrial sales and to review opportunities and advise Council on potential highest and best use analysis to ensure Council is receiving value for the sale. Source: Central Coast Council Agenda, July 26

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Umina Beach townhouse proposal attracts 16 submissions An application to build three townhouses on a block in Paul St, Umina Beach, will be considered by the Central Coast Local Planning Panel on July 21, with a recommendation for approval from Council. Downgraded from a previous application for four townhouses, the new application seeks consent for the demolition of the existing dwelling and the erection of three threebedroom townhouses with front courtyard fencing. Vehicular access is proposed via a central driveway to separate garages provided for each unit. A Statement of Environmental Effects (SEE) lodged with the application says the proposed units provide sufficient areas to store mobile waste collection bins away from the street and clothes drying areas that would be screened from other dwellings and the public domain. “The proposal would cater for the housing needs for the local population within the Gosford LGA,” the SEE says.

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“(It) would be compatible with the surrounding land uses and allow the construction of additional dwellings in line with the needs of the community, maintain the informal qualities of existing wide grassy street verges and conserve existing shady street trees.” The SEE says a combination of trees and shrubs would be planted around courtyards and along all property boundaries with hedges or low fences to complement the informal character of existing garden frontages.

It says the development would be commensurate with the “evolving style and density of multi-unit development within the medium density zone on the Peninsula”. It says the proposal maintains reasonable levels of visual amenity for neighbouring properties, with various materials to be used to giver a light-weight appearance. “The multi-dwelling development would incorporate pitch roofing that would echo the traditional bungalow roof forms that were established in

the post-WW11 era within the Peninsula area,” it says. “Careful design and material choice has been undertaken in the architectural treatment of the façades,” the SEE says. “The colouring of the solid walls would constitute a light earthen tone and incorporate a break in form with the implementation of vertical elements.” Sixteen submissions have been received on the proposal, with residents outlining numerous concerns.

One submission says the project is not compatible with the future character of the street as desired by nearby residents and claims proposed set-backs are non-compliant and don’s allow for privacy and sufficient separation from neighbours. “It is impossible to maintain visual amenity for neighbouring properties when side setbacks leave no room for planting of trees that would allow separation from the neighbours,” the submission says. “The health and safety of the public will be affected by the lack of privacy, the lack of open space, the lack of separation from neighbours.” Other concerns raised in the submissions include: impacts to on-street parking, overshadowing, social and visual amenity; and the cumulative impacts of overdevelopment. One submission claims statements in the SEE that the area is “characterised by primarily medium density housing” are misleading, with

only one medium density property located on Paul St, to the west of the proposed development. Some residents are concerned that in a street which floods regularly, three families on a lone block would put excess strain on drainage. Another submission says despite the reduction in dwellings from four to three units, the footprint of the development is still too large for the block. “The elevated ground level of the development and lack of conforming offset provide a significant risk of run-off and flooding on adjacent properties due to the significant increase in hardstand,” it says. The submission suggests a further scale back of the development to two units with further increased setbacks and that any windows facing adjacent properties have window treatments in place to manage privacy and amenity concerns. Source: Central Coast Council DA tracker DA/62203/2021

New DA for Wyoming caravan park Residents have until August 5 to lodge a submission on a development application for extension of the operation of the Wyoming Caravan Park for five years. With the current approval having lapsed in June, the owner has applied for approval to operate for a further five years with slight modifications to accommodation. The modifications would see 49 long-term residences, 10 short-term residences and two camp sites.

A Statement of Envirolnmenttal Effects (SEE) lodged with the application says the modifications are a direct response to the demographics of the locality. “The Anglican Church requires emergency accommodation for long-term tenants,” the SEE says. “The Church is the one of the largest lessees of the site (but) a majority of the potential tenants are requiring longterm accommodation. “Some risk homelessness.” The SEE says while the site is

predominantly flood affected, all tenants are educated in terms of evacuation in the case of a food. “The landlords are finding it extremely difficult to educate tenants on a short-term basis,” it says. The SEE says the modifications would have minimal impact and would benefit the LGA .by accommodating those looking for affordable housing. Source: Central Coast Council DA tracker DA5891/1985

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Chemical Cleanout events in August Two Chemical Cleanout events are scheduled to take place next month at Kincumber and Charmhaven. The event scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, August 6 and 7, has been relocated to Kincumber Landfill in Cullens Rd. While the facility remains temporarily closed, it will open its gates for the Chemical CleanOut event only. Central Coast Council is encouraging residents to clear out unwanted and out-of-date hazardous items from homes, garages, and sheds to take

Two Chemical Cleanout events will take place in August

advantage of the opportunity to correctly dispose of these items. Community members can safely drop off their chemicals for free between 9am to 3.30pm daily to Kincumber Landfill on August 6 and 7 and Council’s Charmhaven Depot, on Chelmsford Rd, on Saturday and Sunday, August 13 and 14. Items that can be dropped off include pesticides, gas bottles, fire extinguishers, fluorescent globes and tubes as well as any unknown or unidentified chemicals which are accepted for identification and correct disposal. Council reminds residents to

transport material safely, keep chemicals in the original container and remain in their vehicles when dropping off hazardous waste. For the full list of chemicals that can be dropped off call 131 555 or visit the NSW Environment Protection Authority website. The Household Chemical CleanOut program is a NSW Environment Protection Authority Waste Less, Recycle More initiative funded by the waste levy. Source: Media release, Jul 22 Central Coast Council

Concern over Terrigal potholes

Resident Neil Keele is concerned that a serious accident will occur if something isn’t done about multiple potholes around the Kings Ave/Mobbs Rd roundabout at Terrigal which have been unattended for around 10 weeks. “Something needs to be done and the only way to get something done is to stir things up,” he said. “It’s extremely dangerous at that roundabout especially. “You have to try to weave

around the potholes. “I had to have tyres replaced at a cost of around $100 because I hit one of them and my neighbour had the same experience.” Keele said he first contacted Central Coast Council 8-10 weeks ago after the potholes had already been there for some weeks. “Subsequently I made a further report by phone a few weeks later and I received an acknowledgement email,” he said. “Since then I have been

interstate and returned more than a week ago. “Nothing has been done about the numerous potholes mentioned in those reports and they are all much larger and deeper.” Keele said it was also concerning that the problem roundabout is on the 67/68 bus routes. “Unfortunately, there are more holes on approach to and from the roundabout now in addition to the ones already reported multiple times,” he said.

“Mobbs Rd has numerous holes up to Terrigal Dr.” Keele has written to Council asking for details on a timeframe for repairs with no response as yet. He said he understood pressures put on Council by recent rain events and that much effort was being concentrated on roads to the north of the region and around the Lower Hawkesbury impacted by the flood event. However, he said the Terrigal situation pre-dated the most recent floods and he was

concerned the Council’s recent financial difficulties and staff cuts had impacted its ability to service the entire region. A Council spokesperson said as a result of continuous and intense rainfall being experienced across the Coast, there has been an increase in the number of potholes on the road network. “Council staff are continuing to inspect the road network and identify defects such as potholes for repair,” the spokesperson said. “Interim pothole patching

works were carried out in this area during June; however, with continued wet weather, further works are required. “Council officers have undertaken a recent inspection of the area and the potholes located within the Kings Ave/ Mobbs Rd roundabout are scheduled for repair by the week ending Friday, July 22. “Further pothole repairs in the area have also been scheduled and will be undertaken on a priority risk basis.”

House & Techno fundraiser for local preschool Hardys Bay Community Club will be alive with the sounds of House and Techno music at month’s end as a new style fundraiser for the Pretty Beach Preschool. Organisers Matt Harrington of the Bouddi Sound System DJs and Cassandra Martin of the Pretty Beach Preschool are excited about the offering they have in store for revellers. “There is a real demand for people in the 30s 40s age groups and these people want

to dance,” Martin said. “There’s a bit of a captured audience in the area and we’re not sure it is catered for by the current music offerings. “We’re big on lighting and sound, so people get a real nightclub feel with a good variety of sounds from the DJs in our collective,” Harrington said. “All the proceeds will go to the Pretty Beach Community Preschool to help refurbish the local preschool space both inside and outside. “Of course we love Hardy Bay

Club – it’s such a great place, we all like to support our community club and of course they will benefit too.” The two most recent Bouddi Sound System events have raised over two and half thousand dollars for the Ukranian appeal and Coast Shelter. The event will be held on Saturday July 30, commencing at 5pm til late. Tickets can be found on the preschool website or via trybooking.com/casqz . David Abrahams

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negative positions or bail out for safer substitutes? My usual response to that is, as a conservative investor seeking to place bonds in the income part of your portfolio, you should minimise the risk as much as possible of making a directional call on government bond yields. I can make a convincing case for a further sell-off in bonds

and equally I can make a case for the sell-off as being overdone in the near term - they could even rally if our economy enters a recession. My belief is that conservative investors with one- to threeyear cash requirements would need inflation numbers to settle down over the coming quarters before adding punchy weights to bonds and duration in their portfolio. Until bond prices and yields settle down, I would keep the one-, two- or three-year allocation of capital reserved for bonds in bank term deposits and/or annuities. For accumulators or younger investors, time is on their side, as they can afford to take the long-term view by being in bonds right now for diversification and have the total returns (over the long range) provide offset to any prospects of a near-term sell off. MAX RIAZ

professional, so you end up with what you want at a cost that’s within your means, is the key to a successful home makeover. Undoubtedly renovation costs have risen steeply and, coupled with a lack of tradesmen, this is making life more difficult for renovators. CoreLogic’s Cordell Construction Cost Index (CCCI) for the first quarter this year showed national residential construction costs increased 9% in the 12 months to March 2022, the highest annual growth rate on record since 2001. Home renovations can cost from $30,000 for a small project

up to hundreds of thousands. Jeromme Grech, the owner of Rocket Building Group, speaking to canstar.com.au, recommends renovators include a buffer in their budget, especially if they own an older home, as unexpected work may be required “Allow an extra 10%-15% on top of your budget,” he says. Ways to keep costs down include trying to plan renovations around your existing footprint (such as a flat space outside for decking, existing plumbing, etc), planning ahead, finalising your design and trying not to change your mind once the plan has been finalised. PAM WALKLEY

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There is palpable angst amongst bond investors right now, particularly among those who are of a mature age and near to, or already in, retirement. Investors have gone from reading about the well-covered macro risks, since at least the beginning of this year, to now feeling the real impact of the risks in their portfolios and their hip pocket. I am referring to inflation and its financial consequences for bond investors, who also happen to be consumers and maybe even borrowers. At the time of writing, mortgage holders (owner-occupiers and property investors) on variable interest rates would

have just paid a higher monthly repayment after the Reserve Bank raised the official interest rate by 0.25% in May, 0.5% in June and another 0.5% in July. Most investors would have filled up the petrol tank at least twice in the past month at prices well above $2 a litre for common fuel variants - and this is after the excise tax relief from the federal government. They expect energy bills to soar and further increases in interest rates remain in the offing Their grocery bill now seems much higher than in the past and, all of a sudden, the money left in the bank after paying all the month’s expenses seems a lot less than what it used to be. Self-funded retirees are

feeling the double impact of negative investment returns plus the rising cost of living. With the way big macro shifts are playing out right now and the uncertainty they bring with them, I recommend prioritising capital preservation out to three years for the funds that conservative investors need to cover living costs. And for other parts of their

portfolio with a three-plus year outlook, I would consider bond duration at these levels and other income options such as hybrids, Australian real estate investment trusts and infrastructure. Lately, I have heard from many conservative investors asking whether bonds have been sold off far enough. Should they hold onto their

Renovate to beat the stamp duty sting While housing affordability is a huge problem for those trying to get into the property market, deciding whether to renovate or move can also be quite a headache for people living in homes that are either too small or poorly configured for their family’s needs. The incredibly high cost of stamp duty in this country is one of the big inhibitors to moving house. It also adds significantly to the affordability problem. Stamp duty, or transfer duty, is one the most significant upfront costs associated with

purchasing property outside of saving the deposit, says Alex Ritchie, personal finance editor at RateCity. “And unlike lenders mortgage insurance, which can be added to the loan itself, stamp duty must be paid upfront.” Crunching the numbers based on CoreLogic median prices at March 1, 2022, RateCity found a median-priced house price in Sydney ($1,116,219) would attract stamp duty of $46,272. In Melbourne, a median-priced home ($799,756) would require a stamp duty payment of $43,055.

Stamp duty on median-priced homes in other capital cities varies from $18,363 to $31,605. (The NSW government has announced that from January 2023, eligible first home buyers purchasing a property up to $1.5 million can opt out of stamp duty and instead pay an annual fee of $400 plus 0.3% of the land value. The ACT is halfway through a 20-year switch from stamp duty to land tax.) Aside from stamp duty, there are other considerations when you’re weighing up the renovate-or-move option. If you love where you live and have the space to make your

home suitable for your family’s needs, renovation is certainly an option worth considering. Mind you, it’s usually far from cheap and hassle free. Alternatively, if you do decide to trade your home, you’ll also be up for real estate agent fees – which could easily add another $20,000 to $35,000 to the bill – plus incidental costs, such as removalist fees. All up its easy to spend $100,000, including stamp duty, on changing houses and that money could go towards your renovation budget. Undertaking detailed planning, usually with the help of a

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Primary care staff feeling the strain Primary carers in the region are suffering from a negative influence on their emotional and mental health after more than two years of living with the fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic. The latest COVID Impact Survey conducted by The Hunter New England Central Coast Primary Care Network reveals that care staff are also concerned about the management of chronic health conditions. Throughout the pandemic the Primary Health Network (PHN) has conducted three COVID impact surveys of general practices and primary care providers, with results highlighting areas of concern, identifying needs and providing rationalisation for a range of ongoing support activities undertaken throughout the pandemic. Primary care providers were surveyed for the third time in April 2022 to assess the ongoing impact and to

determine what, if any changes need to be made to primary care support activities. PHN CEO, Richard Nankervis, said the results were unsurprising. “Workforce shortages, driven by COVID restrictions on international recruitment, isolation rules and illness have all created this perfect storm for GP burnout and fatigue,” he said. “The PHN is addressing this issue through the successful implementation of several incentive schemes to recruit GPs to our region. “In the past 12 months, our incentives have recruited 26 new GPs. “We will continue active recruitment to support and grow the general practice workforce. “Similarly, we know that with lockdowns and isolation came a dramatic decline in health screening and chronic disease management. “The impact of this will be seen in the coming years.

GPs in the region have been feeling the pressure

“We are working with primary care to address these issues.” Nankervis said on a positive note, it was good to see the uptake of telehealth and other digital tools. “The PHN has invested $1M over the past six months to provide 200 general practices, allied health practices and residential aged care facilities with a $5,000 digital health grant,” he said. “These grants have gone a long way to improving general

digital health capabilities and enablers such as telehealth systems, website upgrades, online booking systems, e-referral/e-prescription and/ or cyber security training.” The fundamental themes identified through the survey include: continued negative impact on emotional health and mental health of primary care staff; 85 to 95 per cent of general practices are concerned about the emotional wellbeing of their staff; and 65

per cent of practices reported serious to severe impact on the workforce. “The impact on staff is by far the most significant issue for general practices and allied health providers,” Nankervis said. “The longer the situation continues the more staff are affected and the level of despair and anxiety increases. “(In addition), 53 to 92 per cent of general practices and 52 to 76 per cent of other primary care providers reported a moderate to severe impact on the structured management of long term/chronic health conditions.” The PHN is working with key stakeholders to identify ways in which to help and assist with the tiredness and exhaustion that primary care providers are feeling. Nankervis said the PHN will also work with stakeholders to look at alternate models of care that support and return the care of long term and chronic health conditions to a level that

addresses the potential longterm impact on the health care system and will advocate for appropriate funding mechanisms and instruments to address alternate models of care and to recognise that early intervention can bring about long-term benefits for the consumer and the system. It will review and identify funding to address the issues related to the adoption of video consultations in both general practice and other primary care settings and work with providers at an individual level to leverage off the digital health maturity assessments currently underway. Nankervis said other themes and results will be reviewed by the relevant work streams in the PHN, with the clinical and community councils being engaged in the process of identifying mechanisms to address the issues. Source: Media release, Jul 17 Primary Health Network

New hope and help for those with Type 1 diabetes Member for Robertson, Gordon Reid, said Central Coast residents living with Type 1 diabetes will have “new hope and help” with the Federal Government extending subsidised access to Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) products to better manage their blood glucose levels from this month.

“The Australian Government is investing an additional $273.1M over four years to deliver our election commitments to better support people living with type 1 diabetes,” Butler said. “CGM technology is life changing. “Supporting more people with subsidised CGM products will improve the health and Minister for Health and Aged quality of life for tens of Care, Mark Butler, said thousands of Australians living Australians over the age of 21 with type 1 diabetes.” Reid said it was great news with Type 1 diabetes will be able to access CGM products for people with Type 1 diabetes through their pharmacy, with a on the Coast. co-payment equivalent to “CGM products help reduce $32.50 per month or $390 per complications from living with year. HR_FRH0020_HP_[260x375]_Newsprint.pdf diabetes, and the need to see a These life saving devices doctor or go to hospital,” he were previously costing them said. up to $5,000 per year. “While finger prick blood

Member for Robertson, Gordon Reid, with CGM products

testing gives patients a glucose reading at a single point in time, CGM gives continuous

glucose readings, including during sleep.”

The Government is also delivering on its commitment to expand the eligibility criteria for the separate Insulin Pump Program. This will provide an additional 35 fully subsidised insulin pumps a year to allow young adults aged 18-21 with Type 1 diabetes from financially disadvantaged families to benefit from the life-changing technology. “Until now, this program has been limited to children up to the age of 18,” Reid said. “Again, it is more great news to help people in our community to better manage their condition.” Central Coast resident, Margaret Sheridan, who has Type 1 diabetes, welcomed the announcement.

“This announcement is brilliant and for people, who like me, are Type 1 diabetics, we will be supported much more when purchasing CGM products at the pharmacy,” she said. People who are currently eligible for CGM products through the NDSS will continue to receive products free of charge. This includes children and young adults under 21 with Type 1 diabetes, concession card holders with Type 1 diabetes, and people with Type 1 diabetes who are pregnant, post-pregnancy or trying to become pregnant. Source: Media release, Jul 19 Member for Robertson, Gordon Reid

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DOWN IN THE GARDEN: How Do You Feed Plants? Cow Manure

Out in the wilds, in their places of origin, plants will settle themselves into positions that naturally have the nutrients within the soil that will feed them.

It is rich in nitrogen and plants just love it. There are also good microbes in it that will support your soil and I find that using it a few weeks prior to planting out a bed gives particularly vegetable seedlings a good start in life. Horse Manure

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You, however, are probably growing a lot of your plants in environments that are not exactly perfect for them. Think of it this way, you are already watering your plants in addition to the water available to them via rain and what is retained in the soil. To feed your plants, you will also need to top up your soil with nutrients, so your garden won’t go hungry. This additional food for plants is known as fertiliser. It is added to your soil so that the roots can absorb it. Along with these are calcium, magnesium, and sulphur as secondary elements and then iron, manganese, copper, zinc, boron, and molybdenum. These are all available in commercial preparations in liquid, granule and powder form and are tailored to suit different types of plants as each will require varying amounts of these elements for optimal growth. While these are fast shortterm fixes, they do nothing to improve the structure and micro-balance of your soil. The use of manures, mulches, and composts, topped up with fish emulsion, seaweed extract, worm castings and targeted elements such as lime or sulphur will ensure a healthy soil with loads of micronutrients and will present less danger of soil problems that inorganic fertilisers can present. All I will say about these commercial inorganics is that they will have directions on the label to follow.

How do I Know What to Feed my Plants? Ask! Any good gardening book will list the ways to feed each plant. When purchasing plants ask the grower or garden centre and go for an internet exploration as well because people will share a wealth of tips in feeding that have resulted in great plant growth for them. You may find a gem there like this one. I learned to plant a fish under a frangipani tree to help it establish and I can tell you, this works. Having soil that suits your plants is the way to begin and ensuring it is rich in compost and well-rotted manures will also set you on your way. Continued feeding equals continued success. So, let’s break down the different good foods for plants and what they do. A very important note: a few of these are manures and I state ‘well-rotted’ as this will lower the nitrogen levels so they do not cause burning of your plants and most importantly, certain pathogens that could cause danger to humans. Commercially obtained manures are already in this state but if you are collecting these manures yourself, you will need to ‘rot’ them via composting for at least three months. Leave in a heap or vented bin, turning occasionally. They are ready when smell reduces, and texture becomes crumbly.

I’m not a fan unless you have a horse and then it’s a good way to dispose of it. The problem is you may find high levels of worming medicine still within the manure and this will then kill worms in your soil. It also is not as high in nitrogen as some other manures and needs to be well dug into the soil to at least 50cm to avoid burning of plants.

PLANT OF THE WEEK - Calendula (Calendula officinalis)

Calendula is one of the orange sunshine in the garden. beneficial herbs that you Calendula also works can use to make your own exceptionally well as a fertiliser. companion plant to capsicums It’s sometimes called ‘pot and tomatoes to help repel marigold’ and along with all its insects. inherent goodness, the flowers Growing to around 40 – 45 cm are a delightful splash of golden tall, calendula loves a spot in the garden that receives full sun

and a well-prepared planting area so make sure you dig over and add plenty of well-rotted manure a few weeks before planting. Start off seeds in starter trays or direct sow, water gently and keep moist through germination period. Transplant when seedlings are about 6cm in height and space out to around 40cm. Mulch with an organic mulch and feed once a fortnight with a liquid fertiliser. Boosting with a seaweed emulsion will also help strengthen plants.

Fresh Chicken Manure If you need a big boost of nitrogen for your plants, then fresh chook poo is for you! It also has phosphorus and potassium and will increase he acidity in your soil. Needs to be well dug into your garden soil at least two weeks before planting and the addition of a mulch dug in the mixture such as lucerne will help break it down and reduce the risk of burning your plants. Chicken Manure Pellets All the goodness of fresh chicken manure without the risk of burning your plants and it is has slow-release properties as the pellets dissolve. Dig in at planting and top up by sprinkling on the surface and watering in. Fish Emulsion A fortnightly booster when diluted in water for your plants that contains high levels nitrogen and is a bacteria booster for your soil. It is created from fish and is probably as easier way for you to add this form of fertiliser than burying a dead fish under a frangipani. Vegetables love this stuff. Seaweed Extract People often get the brand

YOUR GARDENING GUIDE This week you can plant the following: culinary herbs, artichokes, asparagus, beetroot, broad beans, cabbages, carrots, cress, kohlrabi, lettuce, mustard, onions, parsnips, peas, potatoes, rhubarb crowns, salsify, silverbeet, calendula, Canterbury bells, cleome, delphinium, English daisy, gloxinia, gypsophila, honesty, marigolds, polyanthus, primula, snapdragon, statice, sweet William, verbena Cheralyn Darcey is a gardening author, community garden coordinator and along with Pete Little, hosts ‘At Home with The Gardening Gang’ 8 - 10am live every Saturday on CoastFM963. She is also co-host of @MostlyAboutPlants a weekly botanical history & gardening podcast with Victoria White. Archived articles can be found on Cheralyn’s Blog: www.florasphere.com Send gardening questions, events, and news to: gardeningcentralcoast@gmail.com

names of this, and fish emulsion mixed up. Read the contents label to be sure you are getting what you intend. Use fortnightly, diluted in water as a booster for your plants as per the directions. The great thing about seaweed extract is that it also protects plants from diseases in the soil. Blood and Bone This needs to go into the soil a few weeks before planting. High in nitrogen and phosphorous, dig well in to a depth of between 20 and 30cm. Your neighbours won’t like you for a few days, but your plants will! Worm Castings and Worm Tea Got a worm farm? You have got a great way to condition your soil and this in turns helps plants absorb the nutrients.

Sprinkle either or both over the soil at any time.

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Fertiliser teas can be used more regularly in your garden for a diluted yet nutrient dense boost regularly, once a month or more during growth seasons. Options are compost, wellrotted manure or seaweed and even beneficial herbs can be used. Grab a big bucket and to 4 parts water add one part of the above. Place on a lid (loosely) and stir well every few days and then strain. To use, dilute 250ml of this full-strength tea to 4 litres of water. For those not wishing to swish manure around, you can place it in a hessian or cloth bag and place it in the water and dunk like a teabag every few days. This method will take a few weeks.

Dig wood ash through your garden bed prior to planting to lower the acidy in soil and add potassium. Liquid potash added before plants flower will give them a brilliant boost. Dug through the garden in it’s original form will add potassium to you garden beds. Lime (garden or dolomite) raises the pH level along with the addition of calcium and magnesium. Best introduced in autumn and dug through to a depth of 30 to 60com. Sulphate (aluminium sulphate/sulphur) is dug through the soil in Autumn, as well in the same manner as lime and it is used to reduce the pH level of soil.

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The championships were last held at the Peninsula Leisure Centre in 2018

POOL LIFESAVING Almost 250 athletes from 25 surf life saving clubs across the state will tussle for top honours at the NSW Pool Rescue Championships at Woy Woy Peninsula Leisure Centre this weekend July 22-23. Making its return to the Surf Life Saving NSW surf sports calendar after a two-year COVID-19-forced hiatus, and still one of the organisation’s newest events, the Pool Rescue

Championships offers a platform for the state’s best surf swimmers to test their technical skills in a unique setting. Events are based around speed and the ability to use that speed in a rescue, with obstacles and weighted items in place of real-life patients. The 200m Super Lifesaver will feature as a premier event of the weekend, consisting of a 75m freestyle swim to recover a submerged manikin, followed by a 50m freestyle to secure a

manikin with a rescue tube towed to the finish line. It will close out the Open competition on Sunday afternoon. There will also be plenty of action when the Youth category hits the water on Friday and Saturday, featuring future lifesavers from U11s to U15s. “It’s just great to be back competing in regular surf sports events,” Surf Life Saving NSW Director of Surf Sports, Don van Keimpema, said. “The Pool Rescue

Championships is a really unique event – it’s not like anything else on our calendar and it allows athletes and competitors to really focus on the skills required to save a life. “It’s not necessarily about being the fastest swimmer or the most athletic competitor, I think that’s what makes it such an interesting event.” Central Coast hopes include big squads from Shelly Beach, Terrigal and Umina – a traditionally strong pool rescue club.

“I don’t know what I’m looking forward to more – seeing the state’s best lifesavers hitting the water on Sunday in the leadup to the Super Lifesaver or watching the future of the sport on Friday and Saturday when the Youth events are on,” van Keimpema said. “It’s so important in the offseason to be keeping active and working on our skills. “The Pool Rescue Championships provides an excellent platform for

volunteers to practice their skills in a competitive environment that we find brings out the best in everyone.” NSW Pool Rescue coaches will also have a watchful eye on the athletes this weekend ahead of naming the NSW Team. The 2022 NSW Pool Rescue Championships will take place from July 22-24 at Woy Woy Peninsula Leisure Centre. Source: Media release, Jul 20 Surf Life Saving Central Coast

Junior Surfer finds results in State titles SURFING Central Coast junior surfers, Hugh Vaughan and Clae Grubisa have earned medals at the Surfing NSW State title events this week at Sandon Point Beach, Illawarra.

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Surfing Titles, Vaughan qualified for the Under 18 Boys final on Tuesday, July 19, ending in fourth place. Earlier in the week during the Round Three heat, Vaughan impressed the competition with a single wave score of 9.33 (out of a possible 10). Having just missed out on a

Central Coast’s Hugh Vaughan at the Ocean & Earth High School State Titles, July 20. Photo by JGR Images

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Important win for Avoca Beach Avoca Beach advanced to the second spot on the points score tally after an important 24-5 victory over Hornsby on July 16 in the Central Coast Rugby Union competition. The match was played in very heavy conditions with both teams struggling to get their rhythm in the first half. Damp conditions underfoot saw the teams go to the halftime break at 5 all. But Avoca Beach asserted its authority in the second half and scored all the points in the second half, posting a further three tries. Avoca Beach was best served by hooker Cooper Elliott, flanker Fionn Henderson-Foley, halfback Mitch Magrath and prop Matt Ritchie. Best for Hornsby were prop Greg Yates, centre Harry Fox, and flanker Cooper Davenport. In a tight game transferred to Ettalong Oval, Terrigal downed The Lakes 31-24 to regain top spot on the ladder. Terrigal got away to a great start and within the opening few minutes had jumped to a 14-0 lead with two tries to flanker Noah Hughes. The Lakes hit back with their own tries, and by midway through the first half had even taken the lead in the match. A late penalty goal to Terrigal saw the two teams go into the halftime break locked at 17 points apiece. Terrigal crossed for two tries to jump to a very handy 31-17 lead midway through the

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second half. Although The Lakes crossed for a late converted try it was not enough for the victory. Terrigal was best served by locks Macklan Collins and Joe Taylor, centre Harry Hughes and fullback Dan Sargeant, while for The Lakes, five-eight Brayden Hutchinson-Walters, Daniele Cakuseru and prop Connor Starkey were their best performers. The match of the day saw Kariong travel to Woongarah Oval to take on home team Warnervale. Previously at the top of the ladder, Kariong had a tough day and was defeated by Warnervale 28-20, slipping to

equal third spot on the points tally. Warnervale got away to a great start and controlled proceedings in the early stages of the match, kicking a penalty goal before crossing for two tries. Warnervale went to the halftime break leading by 18-3. Kariong hit its straps early in the second half and managed to take the score to 18-15 but Warnervale scored another converted try and held onto the lead despite a late converted try for Kariong. The best players for Warnervale were No.8 Tevita Piukala, lock Lachlan Natapu and centre Sione Piukala, who

crossed for two individual tries. It was an essential win for Warnervale, now sitting in equal fifth position. The best players for Kariong were centre Kane Williams, five-eight Josh McGlynn, and No.8 Logan Campbell. The Razorbacks versus Gosford clash was moved to Joseph Banks Oval due to the condition of Ourimbah Rugby Park and was completely dominated by the Razorbacks, who ran out winners by 73-10. The Razorbacks led by 42-5 at the halftime break and the match was tightly secured even at that stage. Gosford continued to give its best but the Razorbacks posted

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a further 31 points in the second half to continue on for the comfortable win. The Razorbacks crossed for 11 tries in the match with lock Josefa Biu crossing for three individual tries. Best players for the Razorbacks were flanker James Blanch, centre Jarrod Grange, who was able to post a total of 23 points, centre Owen Turner and prop Brett Cunningham. Best for Gosford were fiveeight Sam Underwood, centre Richard Cully, flanker Jackson Steinbeck and No.8 Joel Wagner. The Premier 1 points table sees Terrigal in the lead on 41,

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with Avoca Beach on 40 and the Razorbacks and Kariong tied in the third spot at 37. The Lakes and Warnervale are on 32, Hornsby on 18 and Gosford on 10. On Friday night, July 15, The Bay lost its President’s Cup clash with Woy Woy by 29-7 in what proved a tough tussle. Women’s 10’s rugby saw wins recorded by Terrigal, Warnervale and Avoca Beach, seeing Terrigal and Avoca Beach locked in a tight struggle at the top of the competition ladder. In Round 15 on July 23, the match of the day will be the clash at Ourimbah Rugby Park where home team the Razorbacks will meet the visiting Kariong team. Terrigal will take on Hornsby at The Haven Oval and Gosford will meet Warnervale at Gosford Showground. The Bay Rugby Club will take on The Lakes at Slade Park in the Presidents Cup competition and Woy Woy will be at home to Avoca Beach at Woy Woy Oval. The Central Coast Women’s 10’s competition will see the Kariong/Razorbacks play Avoca Beach at Ourimbah Rugby Park, Warnervale play The Lakes at home and Terrigal meet Hornsby at The Haven Oval in the match of the day. Source: Match Report, Jul 17 2022 Larry Thomson, Central Coast Rugby Union

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International ice hockey giants skate into Erina

Canada and Sweden face off in the final

Ice Hockey Captains Brady Johnston (left) and Arvid Franzén (right) with Anna Cedervall at the Erina Ice Arena.

ICE HOCKEY The Australian International Ice Hockey Cup concluded at the Erina Ice Arena last weekend with a decisive 3-goal win for Canada over their Swedish rivals. The cup tournament games have been played periodically at Erina for over a decade, attracting many international stars to the delight of both locals and ex-pats. Over the years, teams from the USA, Russia, Finland and Norway have taken the trip to

the Central Coast. Canadian cup captain Brady Johnston was happy to be down under again, showing both ex-pats and locals the beauty of Canada’s most popular sport. Brady, who now resides in Sweden, says the rivalry between the teams is real, however “after the game we all embrace each other”. Arvid Franzén, captain of the Swedish team, was also happy to be on the Coast to play during the southern hemisphere

winter. “It’s not really a winter like back home” said the tall Swede. “In central Sweden we play inside because the ice is too cold to play outside”. The final game in the series of four was a hard-fought affair. The game started promising for the Swedes who scored first at the 5 minute mark, but only a minute later it was the Canadian’s turn to score. Canada dominated the rest of the first session, scoring two

more goals. The Swedes had plenty of attempts at goal, finally scoring with two minutes left of the first period, leaving Canada 3-2 up going into the first break. The Swedes dominated most of the play in the second period, camped in front of Canada’s goal and relentlessly taking shots including, finally, an equaliser after 23 minutes. But Canada answered soon after, ending the second period 4-3 in front. The Canadians were again on

target in the third period forcing the Swedes to ditch their defensive game and go on the attack in the final period. However, a run-away puck left the Swedish goalie defenceless against two Canadian players who finished the game off with a classic dummy shot – the final result, 6-3 to Canadians who threw their helmets and clubs in the air as the final siren echoed across the arena. Organisers were more than pleased with the support by the crowds throughout the series

and the quality of Erina’s new Ice Arena which has had somewhat of a renaissance after being closed for external repairs in 2020 just as the pandemic began. Earlier this year, managers of the facility was notified they were successful in obtaining a half million dollar grant for a major upgrade from the State Government’s regional sporting fund. Source: Ice Hockey correspondent Anna Cedervall, July 18, 2022

Birighitti departs FOOTBALL The Central Coast Mariners have confirmed the sale of goalkeeper, Mark Birighitti to Dundee United FC in the Scottish Premiership for an undisclosed fee, Tuesday July 19. To the disappointment of his club of three years, the decision to accept the transfer was made by Birighitti who claimed career and family benefits for making the move. “This opportunity is too good

for me to pass up, both for my career and for my wife to be closer to her family in the UK.,” Birighitti said. “The club tried everything to convince me to stay and Monty [Nick Montgomery – Head Coach] and Serg [Sergio Raimundo – Assistant Coach] couldn’t have done any more for me personally or for my family. “At the end of the day, I have insisted the club accept this deal, to let me chase my dreams and do the best thing

for my family. Birighitti was A-League goalkeeper of the year and a mainstay for the Mariners campaign in 2021/22, with one of the lowest tallies of goals conceded – just 35 goals in 26 matches, including 9 clean sheets. His departure follows the loss of key defender for the Mariners, Kye Rowles, also to a Scottish club. Birighitti thanked the Club and the fans and said they had

been “nothing short of amazing”. “If I end up back in Australia at any point, I won’t play for any other A League club … this is my home, but at this time, I need to take this opportunity and see where it takes me.” The Mariners confirmed they have begun their search for a player to bolster goalkeeper ranks although have yet to give further comment. Haakon Barry

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