Coast Community News 353

5 AUGUST 2022

ISSUE 353

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Planning the city of the future

Jillian Hogan, Derryk Klarkowski and Vicki Carr are finalists in the Westfield Tuggerah 2022 Local Heroes program which shines a light on role models whose work makes a positive impact on the community or environment.

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Out&About

The Art House has been recognised for its valuable contribution to arts and culture and high quality programs by taking out two of the top accolades in the Business Wyong 2022 Annual Business Awards.

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Business Sheridan Beaumont founder of Sydney Oyster Tours and her baby at the Central Coast City Summit in Gosford. Sheridan spoke on the day about her new venture and the challenges and opportunities her generation of entrepreneurs face in the local food and tourism sector.

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In search of a plan to end homelessness

Large scale homelessness on the Central Coast seems to have crept up on us, but the factors that leave at least 8,000 local people homeless have been growing for over a decade.

Community leaders who focus on solutions to the crisis are calling for a coordinated plan involving all governments, agencies, service providers and property developers.

Short-term solutions to the current crisis have been innovative, although many argue that they are not directly addressing the causes of homelessness in

Homeless camp Brick Wharf Road Woy Woy

the community.

There are multiple solutions employed by service providers and governments to respond to homelessness with different

solutions responding at different stages of the journey, from early intervention for the at-risk and immediate crisis relief to short and long-term

solutions in both health and housing.

For Coast Shelter CEO, Michael Starr, intervention is about education to avoid the circumstances that often lead to homelessness, the number one precursor he identifies being domestic and family violence.

“The approach we’ve taken for the last couple of years is (looking at) what can we do earlier on for young people in our schools that are at high risk towards facing homelessness and experiencing domestic and family violence.

“We operate a healthy

relationships program in around 30 schools across the Coast called Love Bites – it’s about that early intervention piece around respect, healthy decision making, consequences for actions as well, and it’s quite well accepted by the local education community.”

The program takes seriously the costly effects of homelessness, on the individual, community and taxpayer and responds by prioritizing identification and outreach before homelessness starts.

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Terrigal Trotters and Gosford PreSchool have received a financial boost from Central Coast Council under the Community Support Grants Program.

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Sport

The Australian Rugby 7s Women’s team have won gold at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games with Berkely Vale’s Faith Nathan playing a lead role.

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The St Vincent de Paul Society NSW is calling on the Central Coast community to take action during Homelessness Week by signing up and fundraising as part of the NSW Vinnies Community Sleepout taking place on Friday, August 19.

Participants will sleep out at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School, Wyoming on the same night as communities from across the state, with all funds raised remaining in the local area to support programs and services operated by the Society.

The call to get involved in the NSW Vinnies Community Sleepout is one action residents can take during Homelessness Week, August 1 to 7, in order to raise awareness of strategies to address housing availability and affordability over the long term.

CEO of St Vincent de Paul Society NSW, Jack de Groot, said this year’s theme for Homelessness Week was to End Homelessness, We Need a Plan which tied in with what they hoped to achieve with the community sleepout.

“We want to give participants greater understanding of the challenges faced

by people at risk of homelessness and hardship and encourage them to use that knowledge to take action,” he said.

“The cost of housing is a huge concern at the moment, particularly in regional areas, so we would like to see a long-term approach that is well informed in order to address the issue.

“The Society recently commissioned research conducted by the University of NSW Centre for Social Impact that revealed government investment to build 5,000 new social housing properties each year for the next decade would reduce the current waitlist by 75 percent.

“At present, close to 50,000 applicants – or the equivalent of 110,000 people – are waiting for a home in NSW. “Investment in social housing is one way to the vastly improve the conditions for thousands of people doing it tough right now.”

Figures recorded by the Society revealed 2,500 people sought assistance from Vinnies members across the Central Coast over the past year with 89 percent seeking support

due to a shortage of food and 57 percent experiencing housing stress.

St Vincent de Paul Society NSW President, Paul Burton, said events like the NSW Vinnies Community Sleepout played a vital role in ensuring their members could continue assisting people during times of hardship.

“The sleepout is only one night but it has the capacity to bring about change over a much longer period,” he said.

Funds raised from the night at Wyoming will remain in the Central Coast community to assist Vinnies Support Centres in Gosford, Woy Woy and Wyong, which provide financial and material aid to locals in need.

Last year, 12 Central Coast teams participated in the Vinnies Community Sleepout and collected $24,604 to raise awareness of homelessness and to support those people sleeping rough.

People can register to take part and donate at www.vinnies.org.au/ communitysleepout Source: Media release, August 1 St Vincent de Paul Society

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In search of a plan to end homelessness

Coast Shelter CEO, Michael Starr

From page 1 For the Greens Abigail Boyd MLC, who initiated the recent NSW State Inquiry into Homelessness amongst older people aged over 55, resources should be put toward identification and early intervention.

“We often overlook the negative impact on people who find themselves homeless for a period of time – the mental health impacts, the disruption to jobs, to family, to relationships, to community connections,” Boyd said.

“If you can get in before that happens, when someone is about to become homeless, give them a house then help with the wrap-around support, you avoid those additional problems when you allow

Abigail Boyd MLC

someone to fall into homelessness in the first place.”

This ‘housing first’ approach offers the stability of a permanent new home instead of a succession of temporary solutions such as crisis accommodation and transitional housing, yet in implementation, there are difficulties surrounding funding and support.

In the eyes of the Practice Manager CatholicCare’s Central Coast support programs, Sean Mackinnon, without the resources to fund effective wrap-around services, the personal circumstances that drive people into homelessness remain unchecked and continue to dog the individual.

“From a government’s perspective they want to see tenants with sustained support otherwise it would undermine what is trying to be achieved, yet it’s difficult if you don’t have the resources to support that,” McKinnon said.

“At the end of the day it’s about housing sustainability: mental health is a massive factor, people are disconnected from family support, dealing with intergenerational trauma and there’s a need for addiction specialists too because our rehabs are full.

“It’s difficult for these people (in emergency accommodation programs) to access the private rental market, particularly at the moment, because the market doesn’t want to inherit these challenges – as a landlord

Ian Lynch Pacific Link Housing CEO

you want to be sure you will have your rent paid and your home looked after.”

With an explicit need to address the health concerns that impact a person’s housing stability prior to and during homelessness, an increase in housing stock remains the number one long-term solution identified by those who work in the homelessness and housing sectors.

Pacific Link Housing CEO, Ian Lynch works to add to the supply of social and affordable housing and provide secure homes for tenants, although notes multiple challenges in creating the necessary stock.

“The main challenges across the board in NSW is funding: construction costs are significantly increasing beyond

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all expectations, the access to equity to build new supply is the key issue that is holding back significant new supply coming in.

“Another issue is access to land and sites that are suitable for providing social and affordable housing.

“Whilst the Central Coast is an incredibly beautiful place to live, it’s quite challenging from a development perspective.

There is a range of local and environmental planning issues that need to be overcome in development.

“Certainly infrastructure, access to land and overcoming planning difficulties is right up there alongside the funding issue.”

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“There is no excuse for not making a massive investment in public housing. We can’t expect the market to solve homelessness and so we need to take a big chunk of our housing out of the market.

“We do that through acquiring and building more public housing and I don’t think there are any shortcuts around that.”

One thing community leaders recognise is the need for a comprehensive plan rather than piecemeal responses.

Responses that have so far proven inadequate in solving the region’s largest and growing social problem.

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Protocols for flying flags and street banners Central Coast Council has defended its draft Flying of Flags policy as being in accordance with state and federal government protocols but is continuing to seek feedback from the community.

It has written a Draft Flying of Flags Policy, Draft Street Banner Policy, and Draft Street Banner Guidelines, which are on public exhibition until August 23.

Council Administrator, Rik Hart said that Council “proudly flies the Australian flag” but had a firm commitment to ensuring it is flown in compliance with state and federal government protocols.

“Our draft policy is also in accordance with the Australian Flags Booklet of the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet and the Premiers Department of NSW publication, Flags and Emblems of NSW,” Hart said.

“Council also has promotional banner infrastructure at various

town centres and key roads which provide local community groups with an opportunity to promote and celebrate various community events, activities or significant occasions.

“Two separate policies were developed which balance and distinguish the significance of flying official flags and ensuring all relevant protocols are met, while providing opportunities for our various banner infrastructure to be widely utilised and accessible to the whole community.

“The Flying of Flags Policy, Street Banner Policy, and Street Banner Guidelines are designed to provide clarity to local community organisations, residents, and businesses regarding Council’s approach to the management of these assets.”

The debate over flag-flying and street banners intensified last week after Peninsula Chamber of Commerce President, Matthew Wales, said

the Chamber would fight to regain the right to fly the Australian flag on light poles in Umina on special occasions, labeling the Council draft Flying of Flags policy “un-Australian”.

Wales reiterated his concern with the draft policy at the public forum ahead of the Council meeting on Tuesday, 26 July, highlighting that there were no flagpoles in the whole

Umina Beach precinct.

Administrator Hart acknowledged the feedback and was surprised to discover Umina Beach had no flagpoles.

“I have asked Council Officers to investigate the feasibility of installing flag infrastructure in Umina Beach CBD,” Hart said in a subsequent interview with CCN. “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 and we’re keen to also hear from the broader community before these policies are finalised and adopted.”

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Policy proposes that flags will only be permitted to be flown on official flag poles, they will not be flown if damaged, faded or dilapidated and only at night when illuminated.

The Flying of Flags policy does not apply to Council’s leased facilities or leased open space areas.

The Draft Street Banner Policy and Draft Street Banner Guidelines propose a uniform approach across the whole region with clear design and content guidelines and specifications.

Council, through existing fees and charges, will manage installation and removal of all banners, removing the requirement for community groups to co-ordinate this themselves.

More information and public comment on the draft policies is available online at yourvoiceourcoast.com before August 23.

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Citizen science at work in Mannering Park A citizen science day to investigate the impacts of power stations thermal pollution on seagrass in Lake Macquarie will be held at Mannering Park on Saturday, August 6.

Participants being briefed in a previous seagrass survey on Lake Macquarie

This is an event run by Hunter Community Environment Centre and postponed from early July because of the heavy rain and resulting turbidity in the lake.

“We need the help of citizen scientists to complete an inaugural seagrass survey and launch a seasonal seagrass monitoring project to track thermal pollution impacts in Wyee and Myuna bays,” Centre co-ordinator, Jo Lynch said.

“The effects of thermal pollution on marine ecosystems are well-documented and the adverse effects of both Lake Macquarie power stations (Vales Point and Eraring)

include altered seagrass assemblages and reduced seagrass cover near to the thermal outlets.

“Vales Point, due to the more enclosed receiving waters, has had the greatest impact.”

Lynch said that in October 2021 the Environment Protection Authority reduced allowable discharge temperatures from 38.5C to 35C due to the almost complete loss of seagrass from Wyee Bay. “We estimate that since 2001 about 50ha of seagrass has been lost from Wyee Bay and about 15ha from Myuna Bay, however, historical losses could be much greater,” she said.

“The comprehensive restoration of affected seagrass beds is of significance to the future productivity and health of the lake ecosystem, with

seagrass providing a reliable carbon store, fish breeding grounds and habitat, shoreline stabilisation and antiacidification effects.

“We look forward to working with the wider community to ensure seagrass rehabilitation is on the agenda of Origin Energy and Delta Electricity, as the question of environmental rehabilitation requirements and planning is being posed with more urgency,” Lynch said.

Participants in the seagrass survey will meet at Mannering Park boat ramp on August 6, starting at 9.30am to 5pm.

To register for the event go to the Hunter Community Environment Centre facebook page or phone 02 4962 5316.

Source: Hunter Community Environment Centre

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Spotlight on role models in Local Heroes program

Derryk Klarkowski of We Care Connect

Jillian Hogan, Derryk Klarkowski and Vicki Carr are finalists in the Westfield Tuggerah 2022 Local Heroes program which shines a light on role models whose work makes a positive impact on the community or environment.

Derryck Klarkowski of We Care Connect has created a local charity that’s supporting more than 10,000 Central Coast children with hundreds of thousands of high-quality donated items.

With a vision that no local child should go without

clothing, a cot or a pram, Klarkowski founded the We Care Connect Charity six years ago with like-minded friends.

Jillian Hogan, of San Remo Neighbourhood Centre, has worked tirelessly for 33 years as a catalyst of transformation for the San Remo and surrounding communities.

As the Manager of the Epicentre she has built communities from the inside out, building relationships, building infrastructure and developing programs that value people and give them the opportunity to succeed.

Vicki Carr of Southlakes Incorporated

Vicky Carr lives to help people doing it tough and has supported thousands with food, clothing and housing over the past 10 years as Vice-Chair of the charity Southlakes Incorporated.

She is admired for going the extra mile for people such as her work through COVID, helping to compile and deliver free food packs to 16,000 people.

Now in its fifth year, the Local Heroes community recognition and grants program selects three finalists from each Westfield centre in Australia and New Zealand.

The successful hero for each centre will be awarded a $20,000 grant for the group or organisation they represent, and each finalist receives a $5,000 grant for their group or organisation.

This year’s Westfield Local Heroes finalists across the nation represent community role models who create positive benefits for others across a broad range of sectors including emergency services, registered community groups, sporting clubs, not-for-profit, schools, authorities, and the local environment.

Westfield Tuggerah Centre

Manager, Melanie Smith, said that through the Local Heroes program was an opportunity to recognise and acknowledge people who had made a lasting impact on the future of the local community.

“It’s with great pleasure that we announce our three 2022 finalists and encourage our community to vote and help us discover our 2022 hero,” she said.

Once the 2022 Westfield Local Heroes have been announced, Scentre Group’s Westfield Local Heroes program will have contributed to more than 600 community

organisations, investing a total of $6.14M since the program’s inception in 2018.

The voting period for Westfield Local Heroes closes on Monday, August 22 August and each Westfield centre’s successful hero will be announced on Tuesday, September 13.

To view your Westfield Local Heroes finalists, visit www. westfield.com.au/local-heroes or your local Westfield centre’s website to read about the finalists and cast your vote.

Source: Media release, August 2 Westfield Tuggerah

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Recovery support continues for households hit by floods Rental support payments for flood victims and grants for rural landholders affected by the June/July floods across the Central Coast region will soon be available through a $23M relief fund.

The jointly funded package by the Commonwealth and NSW governments will be available through Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).

Financial assistance will include rental support payments for up to 16 weeks to help households secure safe accommodation during the recovery process.

The Rural Landholder Grants program will provide up to $25,000 to help with immediate clean-up and repair costs for many rural landholders.

NSW Minister for Emergency Services and Resilience and Minister for Flood Recovery, Steph Cooke said the funding would flow through Service NSW and the Rural Assistance Authority.

Also, landowners can apply to the Environment Protection Authority for removal of large man-made and hazardous debris which has been washed

Council continues the clean-up after floods

up in the flood waters.

Applications to the Landbased Clean-Up Program can be made through Service NSW.

Crews from Central Coast Council remain on the ground, focussing on making areas safe for the community,

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clearing debris from roads, footpaths, public spaces and repairing the significant damage to road networks, the

lakes and coastal foreshores.

The Environment Protection Authority is also helping to clear debris Council has been delivering 1700 community bulletins to flood-affected residents throughout this week with information about recovery assistance hubs.

Central Coast Council, Resilience NSW, Service NSW, and other agencies remain on ground at recovery assistance hubs to offer face-to-face support and provide access to information and services for flood-affected Central Coast residents.

Residents can gain face-toface support on emergency accommodation, finance assistance, mental health support, community support services, legal and insurance guidance, and clean-up advice.

Recovery hubs are located at: The Entrance Community Centre in Battley Ave on Monday, August 8 from 10am to 3pm and Thursday, August 11 from 12pm to 7pm; San Remo Neighbourhood Centre at 28 Brava Ave between 10am and 3pm on Tuesday, August 9 and Thursday, August

11; Chittaway Point Hall, 72-76 Geoffrey Rd, from 10am to 2pm on Saturday, August 6 and between 10am and 3pm on Monday, August 8 and Tuesday, August 9; Gudjagang Ngara Li-Dhi Aboriginal Corporation, 4 Church St, Wyong from 10am to 3pm on Wednesday, August 10.

Flood-affected residents can gain support and information surrounding emergency accommodation, finance assistance, mental health support, community support services, legal and insurance guidance, and clean-up advice.

Those seeking further support should call Service NSW on 13 77 88, between 7am and 7pm on weekdays or 9am to 5pm on weekends.

More information on services available to support local floodimpacted residents, and an update on clean-up and recovery efforts across the Central Coast, is available at Council’s website dedicated severe weather event recovery webpage Sue Murray

Major boost in free parking for Gosford commuters Gosford is the newest location and the State’s largest Park&Ride car park offering commuters exclusive access to more free car parking spaces.

Park&Ride provides up to 18 hours free parking each day for those who want to travel on public transport.

All you have to do is complete a public transport journey by tapping on and tapping off using an accepted Opal card, or a credit/debit card or Opal card linked to a Transport Connect account.

Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said it was an exciting day for the local community and the new Park&Ride would make a tangible difference their daily lives.

“The car park next to Gosford railway station will offer more than 1,040 car spaces available free for up to 18 hours to customers who tap on and off public transport,” he said.

“Research shows that in Gosford around 20 percent of people who use the commuter car park don’t catch public transport.

“This program is about ensuring commuter car parks were saved for their intended

Gosford commuter car park next to the railway station

purpose – for commuters using the public transport network.

“This will free up more spaces and make it easy for people to drive their car, then jump on a connecting bus or train service to get to their destination.

“This is about boosting connectivity and making it even easier to get around,” Crouch said.

Minister for Regional Transport and Roads, Sam Farraway, said more car parks will make it easier for locals to catch public transport each day.

“This Government is serious about improving connectivity in regional NSW and having seen how successful these car parks have been for people in the city, we’re now rolling them out to the regions,” he said.

“This project builds on our vision to help make public transport a safer, stronger firstchoice option for people living in the regions and securing a brighter future for NSW. “We want to make our regional transport network as accessible and inclusive as possible for everyone.

“Gosford is the newest location to launch Transport Park&Ride and contributes to delivering more than 4,500 dedicated free car parking spaces for commuters right across the state,” Farraway said.

Source: Media release, August 1 Parliamentary Secretary Central Coast, Adam Crouch

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Money for Council to improve street lighting The NSW Government is providing more than $986,000 to help Central Coast Council install and maintain street lighting to improve road conditions for motorists travelling at night.

Parliamentary Secretary for Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said the grants under the Traffic Route Lighting Subsidy Scheme were helping provide improved and more reliable lighting on many roads throughout the region.

“Better visibility is a safety win for all road users, including motorists, cyclists and pedestrians,” he said.

“Under this scheme, we are compensating Central Coast Council for operational costs associated with eligible street lighting, which will help reduce

the number of night-time accidents.

“This is on top of the additional funding that the NSW Government has provided Central Coast Council, through Natural Disaster Payments to help repair our roads after the

recent July floods, making it safer for all road users,” Crouch said.

Minister for Regional Transport and Roads, Sam Farraway, said the Government was investing record funding in road safety to ensure people

reach their destination safely when driving on regional roads.

“One death on our country roads is one too many and it takes a suite of measures to save as many lives as possible, like improving our roadside infrastructure,” he said.

“We have invested $640M into the Saving Lives on Country Roads program, targeting locations in regional areas where chances of an accident are greater.

“We’re also installing 2,700kms of rumble strips –

the equivalent of driving from Sydney to Adelaide and back again – along regional highways to combat driver fatigue,” Farraway said.

The Traffic Route Lighting Subsidy Scheme will help cover capital costs for new and improved street lighting, maintenance work, network distribution and energy consumption costs.

Councils can receive a subsidy of up to 50 percent of the Australian Energy Regulator’s approved pricing to assist in rolling out a better level of lighting than otherwise provided on state, regional and designated roads.

Source: Media release, August 2 Parliamentary Secretary Central Coast, Adam Crouch

Shark nets set to go from Central Coast beaches The Central Coast could be the first region in NSW to completely decommission shark nets if a final push

by Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast Adam Crouch is successful.

Shark nets have been in use off NSW beaches since 1937 as a way to reduce shark attacks on swimmers.

Environmental and community groups have been calling on the NSW government over the last decade to decommission shark nets as they kill many more species than sharks each year and contribute to degrading the marine environment.

“The indiscriminate deaths that occur as a result of the outdated Shark Meshing Program in NSW must end,” said Humane Society

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A sting ray caught in a shark net

International Australia marine biologist Lawrence Chlebeck.

Numerous studies have shown that the nets do not work in stopping shark attacks

and instead inadvertently kill large amounts of sea life including seals, rays, large fish, sea birds, dolphins and whales.

According to last year’s

annual NSW government report, a turtle is found dead on average every 20 days in shark nets installed across the 51 netted beaches between

Wollongong and Newcastle.

An influential study published in People and Nature journal in 2019 pointed to the ineffectiveness of lethal shark meshing programs and recommended more innovative programs to reduce shark attacks.

“Beach patrol [education] and emergency response contribute to human safety and well-being without the negative consequences of lethal strategies,” said the report.

Adam Crouch said he is working with the Central Coast Council and Surf Lifesaving Central Coast to finally be rid of the nets along Central Coast Beaches, to replace them with up to date technology and techniques such as smart drum lines, shark monitoring buoys, education and drones.

“What we’ve seen is an indiscriminate killing of marine life, which is quite frankly a false sense of security,” said Crouch “With the new technology, the government has invested here in NSW and especially on the Central Coast we’ve got a smarter way of dealing with shark management.

“There’s a smart app that people can see shark movements [and] the listening stations can pick up shark movements.”

NSW Agriculture Minister Dugald Saunders has confirmed plans were being discussed to allow councils to decide if shark nets were to be utilised off beaches in their council areas.

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Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews were called to the scene of a factory fire on Wisemans Ferry Road, Somersby at 9am on Tuesday, August 2.

Investigators attached to Brisbane Water Police District are appealing for assistance to identify a vehicle in relation to a public place shooting.

Approximately 20 fire trucks and 80 firefighters rushed to the scene, with FRNSW crews supported by the NSW Rural Fire Service.

The factory was believed to contain flammable gases and approximately 1,000 litres of diesel.

Multiple explosions were reported and around 40 neighbouring businesses were evacuated.

One person was treated by

Police were called to Carrak Rd, Kincumber, at about 5am on Sunday, June 26, after reports a shooting occurred outside a fast food restaurant.

During this incident a number of shots were fired towards the occupants of a purple Ford ute

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NSW Ambulance paramedics for smoke inhalation and burns and taken to hospital.

FRNSW said it was difficult to extinguish the fire as it is had proven difficult to gain safe access to the scene.

HAZMAT crews were also on site to monitor water run-off into streams.

Source: FRNSW Media

Man charged with Tumbi Umbi murder `A man faced court on 29 July charged with the murder of a woman on the states Central Coast.

About 5.15pm on Thursday 28 July 2022), emergency services were called to a home on Eastern Road, Tumbi Umbi following reports of a concern for welfare.

On arrival, NSW Ambulance paramedics located an 82-yearold woman deceased in the

home with head injuries.

Officers from Tuggerah Lakes Police District attended and arrested a 56-year-old man at the scene where he was taken to Wyong Police Station.

A crime scene was established which was examined by specialist police.

Police will allege that the man – who is the son of the woman

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It will be further alleged that the pair resided together at the premises.

The man has been charged with murder.

Source: NSW Police Media

from an occupant of a blue ute.

The blue ute, believed to be a Mazda BT50, was described as having a bull bar and spotlights on the front.

Anyone with information about this incident or the blue

ute is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or online at nsw.crimestoppers. com.au.

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Girl hit by car at Wyoming A 12-year-old girl was flown in a serious but stable condition to Westmead Children’s Hospital after being hit by car at Wyoming on Saturday, July 29.

Three NSW Ambulance road crews, an Ambulance Inspector and the Westpac Ambulance Rescue helicopter with a critical care doctor and paramedic were at the scene to treat the girl.

She was treated for head injuries and stabilised for transport to hospital by Westpac

Rescue Helicopter.

“This young patient has suffered a significant trauma from the impact of the collision,” said Ambulance Inspector Mark Whittaker.

“Paramedics stabilised her for airlift using spinal and pelvic precautions.

“This incident is a harsh reminder of the need for constant vigilance by pedestrians and drivers around busy roads,” Whittaker said.

The young girl was trying to

cross the Pacific Highway outside the caravan park at about 5.30pm.

A 21-year-old man driving the vehicle was taken to Gosford Hospital for mandatory testing and was not injured.

A crime scene was established and the road closed for a number of hours.

No charges have been laid as Police continue to investigate the incident.

Anyone with information or dashcam footage is asked to contact Gosford Police Station.

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Reflections on a community newspaper Unemployment headline A recent story in Coast Community News, “Quiet hour introduced at Service NSW Erina”, brings up a number of thoughtprovoking ideas.

First perhaps is that many people like me will have been unaware of the need of such an innovation – that retailers like Coles and Woolies are also recognising this need in practical ways illustrate the increasing awareness of hidden needs among previously unrecognised minorities.

Over the last decade we have had Royal Commissions on sexual abuse of children in respected institutions; recognition and legislation of marriage in the LGBTQI+ communities and the “Me Too” movement that has powered

FORUM the recognition of the 51% of the population previously ignored socially, politically and economically throughout our history.

We are becoming more and more aware of those smaller minorities and their needs.

Why is this happening now and at such a rapid rate?

One reason might be that in the past, our national and state media have always headlined politicians and concentrated on bad news, national hatred and the elite.

Why? Is bad news really the only news that the public wants?

Why do we have to depend on local newspapers like Coast Community News that struggle financially to survive, to tell us

about that other side - the important, inspirational stories of those small groups reaching out and creating networks to help local people in need and to alert political masters to what is happening in a local area.

In last week’s edition of Coast News, I counted a dozen accounts of good news, happy news - inspirational stuff about small local groups recognising and creating practical solutions to local problems.

I counted four times as many reports written by women as by men.

Indeed, the main male contributor seems to be the local state member, Adam Crouch, who is always going to use its columns to push local Liberal initiatives across the coast.

But even as a Labour supporter,

I have to say he too recently, in the state vote on euthanasia, did the right thing by his electorate.

He did not follow his leader’s vote, or the opposition leader’s vote (both against) nor did he exercise his own conscience vote (a cop-out for someone elected to represent his electorate).

No, he found out how the local community felt about the subject - and that is the way he voted.

This is real democracy.

So, when I read my local paper here on the Coast, I know one thing.

I am observing a piece of reality that I am not getting from the national media and for that I am very grateful.

Letter, 15 July 2022 Ed Raftery, Davistown

Limiting ability to exercise and socialise dogs I would like to raise awareness around the issue of Central Coast Council not contacting all registered dog owners on decisions that will impact them greatly.

Council is proposing to reduce dog owners’ ability to exercise and socialise their dogs.

Every morning we see happy

FORUM groups and individuals with their pooches getting exercise and socialising.

This not only enhances our community morale but also reduces dog aggression and nuisance barking as well as dog owners surrendering their

dogs to already overcrowded pounds that are faced with mass euthanasia of muchloved family pets.

Council has the owner details of all dogs that are registered on the Central Coast and it is sneaky and undemocratic not to contact dog owners about these important decisions, just as they would do with

development applications to surrounding neighbours.

We need both dog owners to become aware of this issue as well as hold Council responsible for their lack of consultation with the public that will be impacted the most.

Email 29 July Nathalie Gounder-Chresta, Terrigal

is a bit rubbery The headline in [last week’s] Coast Community FORUM News that “Unemployment on the Coast falls to 2%” is way off the mark.

The data (2% unemployment rate) was correct for May, but since May we’ve seen global supply issues driving up domestic interest rates and consequently driving up unemployment - now back up to 3.6%).

The Central Coast unemployment rate increased in June, jobseeker recipients also increased, job vacancies

decreased, and the payroll jobs index is also showing a decrease in June.

In other words, all the economic indicators are all now pointing in the opposite direction.

If the Reserve Bank continues to overcorrect then we’ll likely end up with a stagflation scenario, with a continued decline in real wages.

Email, 29 July Patrick Spedding, Copacabana

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Planning starts for 2023 Harvest Festival Central Coast Council is seeking expressions of interest from local businesses, community groups, and organisations to become an event partner of the 2023 Harvest Festival.

Council Director Community and Recreation Services, Mel Smith, says that Harvest Festival is one of the largest and most successful events on the Coast and grows in popularity each year, attracting thousands of people to our region’s hinterland from near

and far.

“Harvest Festival celebrates the Central Coast’s picturesque and fertile hinterland across the June long weekend, with a focus on farm, friends, food and fun,” she said.

“More than 30,000 locals and visitors attended the 2022 event, injecting more than $3M into the local economy and providing excellent exposure for participating event partners.

“With the impacts of floods and intense rain this year, our farming and agriculture communities need a boost.

“We want to help support our region’s rural hinterland and make the next event our best yet.

“We’re keen to continue to evolve our relationship with existing partners and invite new businesses and groups to further enhance this celebration of farms, food, friends and fun,” Smith said.

The event highlights eight rural farming communities and their gorgeous heritage villages through the delivery of lively event hubs ready for everyone to explore.

Locations span Dooralong,

Jilliby, Yarramalong, Wyong Creek, Kulnura, Mangrove Mountain, Peats Ridge, Somersby and Calga.

Expressions of Interest are sought across a range of events including, but not limited to, ticketed farm tours and talks, pick your own produce experiences, Indigenous cultural experiences and bush tucker tours, art events and installations, live music events, family fun events, cooking demonstrations, food experiences with local produce, obstacle course races/fun runs.

Central Coast Council Administrator, Rik Hart, said this event was successful through collaboration by all involved.

“Harvest Festival is presented

by Central Coast Council and is made possible through the unique experiences, tours, events and activities offered by each of the Event Hub Partners – and support from the local community that attends,” he said.

“The event shines a spotlight on the Central Coast’s spectacular hinterland communities, as well as on the

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Businesses, companies, organisations or community groups interested in being part of Harvest Festival in 2023 can complete an Expression of Interest online at Council’s website by 2pm, Friday, September 9.

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Daffodil Day for vital cancer research Erina Fair will be the flagship site on the Central Coast for the NSW Cancer Council’s Daffodil Day Appeal on Thursday, August 25.

The appeal is being held throughout August to raise funds supporting vital cancer research.

This year marks 36 years of Daffodil Day and Cancer Council NSW has invested more than $86M to world class cancer research from 2016 to 2020.

It is life-saving research as one in two Australians are diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime.

Thanks to investment in cancer research, amazing advances have been made in cancer prevention, screening, early detection and treatment, helping to increase survival rates from 51 percent in the late 1980s to about 70 percent.

Community Lead from Cancer Council NSW Hunter Central Coast, Sarah Russell,

is urging the community to give to this Daffodil Day Appeal to fund the country’s best and brightest cancer researchers.

“The daffodil is the international symbol of hope for everyone impacted by cancer,” she said.

“Cancer takes so much from all of us, and every person who donates, holds a fundraiser or buys daffodils this August will be helping us to continue investing in lifesaving cancer research

programs, giving hope for better treatments and early detection and ultimately, giving us hope for a cancer free future,” she said.

Russell said various ways to help included donating via the Daffodil Day Appeal website and give to cancer research; hold your own fundraising event; or purchase fresh daffodils at a Cancer Council event such as Erina Fair.

Source: Media release, August 2 Cancer Council NSW

Shady fig tree to grace Woy Woy waterfront A mature Port Jackson fig tree will be planted on the Woy Woy waterfront with grant funding received by the Peninsula Environment Group (PEG).

Members of Peninsula Environment Group and Grow Urban Shade Trees with Gosford MP Liesl Tesch (left), Federal Member for Robertson Dr Gordon Reid and Central Coast Council CEO David Farmer (second and third from right)

The grant is part of the $15.1M Planting Trees for The Queen’s Jubilee program to assist community-based tree planting events and organisations to celebrate the recent Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II. Federal Member for Robertson, Dr Gordon Reid, met with members of PEG to announce

their successful grant.

“I congratulate PEG and all its members, especially Lesley Harvey, who have been able to successfully obtain funding to plant a magnificent mature fig tree on Woy Woy waterfront,” he said.

“This tree will provide shade and habitat to local wildlife and be a reminder of the many years of service Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth ll has dedicated to serving the people of the Commonwealth.”

Gosford MP, Liesl Tesch, thanked those who pursued

the grant and those who continued to promote the ongoing health of the local environment.

“To have this fig tree planted along our beautiful waterfront only adds to the natural beauty of our local environment and the important habitation of our magnificent wildlife,” she said.

PEG spokesperson, Lesley Harvey, said this funding was really important to the Peninsula community to add a significant shade tree in celebration of the Queen’s Jubilee.

“PEG would like to use this

funding for a commemorative plaque and to acquire a mature Port Jackson fig tree which will provide shade and longevity to the people of the Peninsula for many generations to come,” she said.

“I would like to thank Member for Robertson, Dr Gordon Reid, for his support and Central Coast Council, as well as the Federal Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources for arranging the grant.”

Primary source: Media release, July 29, 2022 Federal Member for Robertson, Dr Gordon Reid

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High praise for The Art House in business awards The Art House has been recognised for its valuable contribution to arts and culture and high quality programs by taking out two of the top accolades in the Business Wyong 2022 Annual Business Awards.

The performing arts centre in Wyong was named Business of the Year and also picked up the award for Excellence in Large Business.

The Art House Executive Director, Anne-Marie Heath said it was an honour to receive these awards for excellence from the local business community.

“Our team is very proud and grateful to receive Business Wyong’s Excellence in Large Business Award, but most of all we were completely surprised and excited to have also received the main award of Business of the Year,” she said.

“It is very rewarding that The Art House is recognised for its service to the community as an arts organisation but as also for our business operations.

“These awards are reflective of the wonderful Art House staff and their contribution and commitment in ensuring the Art House is shining in every moment, and the great support

Tom Skelton (from left), Kris Deminick and Anne-Marie Health all from The Art House with Paula Martin of Business NSW

of the Board,” Heath said.

The Art House is owned by Council and managed by an independent not-for-profit entity with an independent board of directors.

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“The success of The Art House creates a ripple effect of economic benefits for our community with the provision of local jobs, which leads to

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Other distinguished awards at the Business Wyong presentation night on July 21

included the Kevin Faulks Award received by Peter Rubin of Prestige Wedding and Event Hire.

Spot Go took out three awards – Excellence in Innovation; Outstanding Employee to Natasha Valentine and

Outstanding Business Leader to Brendan Small.

Other awards were: Outstanding Young Business Leader, Beth O’Toole of Refreshing Pools; Outstanding Community Organisation, Southlakes Incorporated; Excellence in Micro Business, Quick Fix Solar & Electrical; and Excellence in Small Business, Tumbi Tyres & More.

President Matt Lusted said the Business Wyong awards were a celebration of the amazing and resilient businesses in the northern growth corridor.

“Congratulations to all the winners and we thank them and all our nominees for their involvement in the program and their continued support of our local business community,” he said.

“Business Wyong also thanks our 2022 awards sponsors, our major event partner Delta Electricity, event host Wyong Race Club and our category sponsors Battery World Wyong, Central Coast Unity Bank, Coastline Cleaning & Maintenance, Community Bank Wyong, Ideal Future and Jendar Interior Designs.”

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Entertainment Tonight [s] 5:00 Good Chef Bad Chef [s] 9:10 Judge Judy (PG) [s] The Bold And The Beautiful 10:00 (PG) [s] 11:05 10 News First [s] 12:00 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 2:00 Dr Phil (M) [s] 3:00 The Living Room (PG) [s] 3:40 Entertainment Tonight [s] Farm To Fork [s] 4:10 Judge Judy (PG) [s] My Market Kitchen [s] Everyday Gourmet With 5:05 Justine Schofield [s] 5:30 The Bold And The Beautiful 6:00 (PG) [s] 10 News First [s] 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 7:35 The Living Room (PG) [s] Have You Been Paying 8:30 Attention? (M l,s) [s] Program To Be Advised Just For Laughs Australia 9:35 (M s) [s] The Project (PG) [s] 10:35 Reel Action [s] 5:00 Religious Programs [s] 9:10 Escape Fishing With ET [s] 10:05 Wildlife Rescue Australia [s] 11:00 What’s Up Down Under [s] Australia By Design [s] 12:00 Studio 10: Saturday [s] 2:00 Luxury Escapes [s] My Market Kitchen [s] 2:55 The Living Room (PG) [s] Pooches At Play [s] 3:25 Freshly Picked With Simon Toohey [s] 4:00 Roads Less Travelled (PG) [s] 4:30 Taste Of Australia With Hayden Quinn [s] Farm To Fork [s] 5:30 Food Trail - South Africa [s] 10 News First [s] Luxury Escapes (PG) [s] 6:30 Wildlife Rescue Australia 7:35 (PG) [s] The Dog House UK (PG) [s] 8:30 Ambulance Australia (PG) [s] The Cheap Seats (M l) [s] 9:20 Program To Be Advised Religious Programs [s] 5:00 My Market Kitchen [s] 9:05 The Living Room (PG) [s] 10:05 Studio 10: Sunday (PG) [s] 11:00 Hunted (PG) [s] Luxury Escapes [s] 12:00 Australia By Design: Innovations (PG) [s] 1:00 My Market Kitchen [s] Farm To Fork [s] 4:00 Taste Of Australia With 4:30 Hayden Quinn [s] 10 News First [s] 5:30 The Sunday Project (PG) [s] 6:30 The Masked Singer Australia 7:30 (PG) [s] NCIS: Hawaii: Lost (M v) [s] – 9:00 NCIS crosses paths with Whistler’s team while investigating a shipping container found filled with contraband weapons.

FBI: Salvation (M v) [s] 10:00 FBI: Ties That Bind (M v) [s] 12:00 The Sunday Project (PG) [s] 1:45 Home Shopping

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

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Worldwatch Home Is Where The Art Is (PG) Finding Creativity (PG) Icons: Scientists (PG) Worldwatch Planet Of Treasures (PG) NITV News: Nula The Cook Up With Adam Liaw (PG) Tony Robinson’s World By Rail: Thailand And Malaysia (PG) Jeopardy! (PG) Letters And Numbers The Cook Up With Adam Liaw (PG) SBS World News Britain’s Beautiful Rivers: Derwent (PG) Rebuilding Notre Dame With Lucy Worsley (M) (In English/ French) World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys: Mexico SBS World News Late Worldwatch Love Your Garden (PG) Great Canal Journeys (PG) Paul O’Grady For The Love Of Dogs (PG) Worldwatch Motorsport: Superbike World Championship Football: Countdown To Qatar 2022 Motorsport: W Series Silverstone Motorsport Trail Towns The Pyramids - Solving The Mystery: The Last Secrets Of Giza (In English/ French) Battle Of Okinawa: Operation Iceberg (PG) (In English/ Japanese) SBS World News Worlds Most Scenic Railway Journeys: Australia (PG) Secrets Of The Tower Of London (PG) Gone Fishing With Mortimer & Whitehouse Worldwatch Love Your Garden (PG) Great Canal Journeys (PG) Paul O’Grady For The Love Of Dogs (PG) Worldwatch Tonight With David Muir Motor Sports: Australian Superbike Championship Football: Countdown To Qatar Motor Sports: W Series, Budapest Hell On Earth: WWII (PG) SBS World News Mysteries From The Grave: Titanic (PG) Hindenburg - The New Evidence (PG) – The investigating team utilise scientific tests in addition to an analysis of newly discovered 8mm film to prove what really happened.

Billy Graham (PG) Bruce Lee: Be Water (M v) Why We Hate: Tribalism/ Origins/ Tools And Tactics (M)

Also see: SBS VICELAND (Channel 31) SBS MOVIES (Channel 32) SBS FOOD (Channel 33) SBS NITV (Channel 34) Builders Licence # 204179C

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Thursday 11 August

Wednesday 10 August

9:25 9:55 6:00 9:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 12:30 1:40 2:00 3:00 4:00 5:00 5:25 6:00 7:00 7:30 8:00 8:30 9:00 9:30 10:15 10:30 6:00 9:00 10:00 10:30 11:00 12:00 1:00 1:30 2:00 2:50 3:00 4:00 5:00 5:25 6:00 6:55 7:00 7:30 8:00 8:30 9:35

PRIME (C61/60)

6:00 9:00 11:30 12:00

6:00 News Breakfast [s] ABC News Mornings [s] Foreign Correspondent [s] China Tonight [s] 7:00 Joanna Lumley’s Britain 9:00 (PG) [s] 11:30 ABC News At Noon [s] 12:00 Australia’s Lost Impres1:45 sionist (PG) [s] 2:00 The Durrells (PG) [s] Escape From The City 3:00 (PG) [s] 4:00 Think Tank (PG) [s] 5:00 Anh’s Brush With Fame 6:00 (PG) [s] 7:00 Hard Quiz (PG) [s] 7:30 The Drum [s] ABC News [s] 7.30 [s] Great Southern Landscapes (PG) [s] The Science Of Relationships 9:10 - A Catalyst Special (PG) [s] 11:30 Art Works (PG) [s] Anh’s Brush With Fame: Jack 1:30 Thompson (PG) [s]

Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games: Closing Ceremony *Live* From Birmingham [s] Sunrise [s] The Morning Show [s] Seven Morning News [s] Program To Be Advised Surveillance Oz (M) [s] World’s Deadliest: Twist Of Fate (M) [s] The Chase UK (PG) [s] Seven News At 4 [s] The Chase Australia (PG) [s] Seven News [s] Home And Away (PG) [s] My Kitchen Rules (PG) [s] – Tensions rise between the contestants, as the judges continue critiquing carefully cooked culinary creations.

Harry Palmer: The Ipcress |File (M v) [s] Program To Be Advised Home Shopping

6:00 9:00 11:30 12:00

News Breakfast [s] ABC News Mornings [s] Four Corners [s] David Attenborough’s Great Barrier Reef [s] ABC News At Noon [s] National Press Club Address Media Watch (PG) [s] The Durrells (PG) [s] Escape From The City (PG) [s] Think Tank (PG) [s] Anh’s Brush With Fame (PG) [s] Hard Quiz (PG) [s] The Drum [s] ABC News [s] 7.30 [s] Win The Week (PG) [s] Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS HELL (M) [s] Aftertaste (M l,s) [s] Adam Hills: The Last Leg (M) [s] ABC Late News [s] The Business [s]

6:00 9:00 11:30 12:00 1:40 2:00

Sunrise [s] The Morning Show [s] Seven Morning News [s] Program To Be Advised Surveillance Oz (M) [s] World’s Deadliest: Crazes (M) [s] The Chase UK (PG) [s] Seven News At 4 [s] The Chase Australia (PG) [s] Seven News [s] Home And Away (PG) [s] My Kitchen Rules (PG) [s] Martin Clunes - Islands Of The Pacific: French Polynesia (PG) [s] – Martin Clunes explores French Polynesia where he swims with sharks, investigates Marlon Brando’s wildlife programme, and meets a local horse whisperer.

Air Crash Investigations: North Sea Nightmare (PG) [s] Chicago Fire: Mayday (M) [s] Home Shopping

6:00 9:00 11:30 12:00

News Breakfast [s] ABC News Mornings [s] Back Roads [s] That Pacific Sports Show [s] Rick Stein’s Road To Mexico (PG) [s] ABC News At Noon [s] Win The Week (PG) [s] Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS HELL (M) [s] The Durrells (PG) [s] War Stories (PG) [s] Escape From The City (PG) [s] Think Tank (PG) [s] Anh’s Brush With Fame (PG) [s] Hard Quiz (PG) [s] The Drum [s] Sammy J (PG) [s] ABC News [s] 7.30 [s] Foreign Correspondent [s] Q+A [s] Courtney Act’s One Plus One: Josh Cavallo (PG) [s]

6:00 9:00 11:30 12:00 1:30 2:00

Sunrise [s] The Morning Show [s] Seven Morning News [s] Program To Be Advised Surveillance Oz (M) [s] Kochie’s Business Builders [s] – The latest news and opinions from David Koch on how to set up and maintain your very own small business.

Border Patrol (PG) [s] – An American woman attempts to smuggle a live cat across the border.

The Chase UK (PG) [s] Seven News At 4 [s] The Chase Australia (PG) [s] Seven News [s] Home And Away (PG) [s] Crime Investigation Australia: The Cangai Siege (MA15+) [s] Police Strike Force (M d) [s] The Front Bar (M) [s] Instant Hotel (PG) [s] Home Shopping

6:00 9:00 11:30 12:00

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

6:00 9:00 11:30 12:00 1:50 2:00 3:00 5:00 6:00 7:00 7:30 9:15 10:00 12:00 1:00 5:15

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

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Sunrise [s] The Morning Show [s] Seven Morning News [s] Program To Be Advised Surveillance Oz (M) [s] Criminal Confessions: Tazewell, Virginia (M) [s] Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games: Day 10: Highlights [s] The Chase Australia (PG) [s] Seven News [s] Home And Away (PG) [s] My Kitchen Rules (PG) [s] Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games: Day 11: Night *Live* From Birmingham [s] Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games: Day 11: Late *Live* From Birmingham [s] The Jonathan Ross Show (M s) [s] Home Shopping Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games: Closing Ceremony *Live* [s]

News Breakfast [s] ABC News Mornings [s] Landline [s] Antiques Roadshow [s] ABC News At Noon [s] Mum (M l) [s] Vera (M v) [s] Escape From The City [s] Think Tank (PG) [s] Anh’s Brush With Fame (PG) [s] Hard Quiz (PG) [s] The Drum [s] ABC News [s] 7.30 (PG) [s] Back Roads: French Island, Victoria (PG) [s] Four Corners (PG) [s] Media Watch (PG) [s] China Tonight [s] ABC Late News [s] The Business [s] 8 Nights Out West: Kurdish [s] Q+A [s] Time (M l,v) [s] Doc Martin (M) [s]

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5:00 Worldwatch Today [s] 6:00 Entertainment Tonight [s] 9:10 Home Is Where The Art Is 6:30 Good Chef Bad Chef [s] Today Extra [s] (PG) NINE’s Morning News [s] 7:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] The Block: House Decider 7:30 The Bold And The Beautiful 10:05 Employable Me (USA) (PG) 10:55 Icons: Entertainers (PG) Challenge (PG) [s] (PG) [s] 11:50 Bamay (PG) 8:00 10 News First [s] Getaway (PG) [s] 12:10 Worldwatch Pointless (PG) [s] 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 2:05 Secrets Of Royal Travel (PG) Tipping Point (PG) [s] 12:00 Dr Phil (M) [s] 3:00 Going Places With Ernie 1:00 Program To Be Advised NINE’s Afternoon News [s] Dingo (PG) 2:20 Entertainment Tonight [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] 3:40 The Cook Up With Adam 2:30 Farm To Fork [s] NINE News [s] Liaw (PG) A Current Affair (PG) [s] 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 4:10 Tony Robinson’s World By 3:30 My Market Kitchen [s] The Block: Bathroom Week Rail: Japan (PG) (PG) [s] – Which couple’s first 4:00 Everyday Gourmet [s] 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful 5:05 Jeopardy! (PG) bedroom will wow the judges (PG) [s] 5:30 Letters And Numbers and get them the pick of the 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:00 The Cook Up With Adam houses?

6:30 The Project (PG) [s] Liaw (PG) Emergency (M) [s] 7:30 The Masked Singer Australia 6:30 SBS World News 100% Footy (M) [s] (PG) [s] 7:30 Saving Lives At Sea (M) NINE News Late [s] 8:45 Have You Been Paying 8:35 The Queen’s Guard: A Year Manifest: Mayday (Part 1) Attention? (M) [s] In Service (M) (M) [s] 9:45 Just For Laughs Australia 9:30 24 Hours In Emergency: Emergence: Camera (M) [s] Lasting Legacy (M l) Wheelbarrow Tiger Pillow 10:15 Lawrence Mooney: Like 10:25 SBS World News Late (M v) [s] Literally (MA15+) [s] 10:55 Black Sands (M) (In Icelandic) Hello SA (PG) [s] Today [s] 6:00 Entertainment Tonight [s] 5:00 Worldwatch Today Extra [s] 6:30 Good Chef Bad Chef [s] 9:10 Home Is Where The Art Is NINE’s Morning News [s] 7:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] (PG) The Block: Bathroom Week 7:30 The Bold And The Beautiful 10:05 Employable Me (USA) (PG) (PG) [s] (PG) [s] 10:55 Icons: Activists (PG) Emergency (M) [s] 8:00 10 News First [s] 2:00 Cook Up With Adam Liaw Pointless (PG) [s] 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] Bitesize Tipping Point (PG) [s] 12:00 Dr Phil (M) [s] 2:05 Secrets Of Royal Travel (PG) NINE’s Afternoon News [s] 1:00 Program To Be Advised 3:00 Living Black (PG) Millionaire Hot Seat [s] 2:15 Entertainment Tonight [s] 3:40 The Cook Up With Adam NINE News [s] 2:30 Farm To Fork [s] Liaw (PG) A Current Affair (PG) [s] 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 4:10 Tony Robinson’s World By The Block: Bathroom Week 3:30 My Market Kitchen [s] Rail: USA (PG) (PG) [s] 4:00 Everyday Gourmet With 5:05 Jeopardy! (PG) The Hundred With Andy Lee Justine Schofield [s] 5:30 Letters And Numbers (M) [s] 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful 6:00 The Cook Up With Adam My Feet Are Killing Me: 12 (PG) [s] Liaw (PG) Toes (M) [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:30 SBS World News NINE News Late [s] 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 7:30 Who Do You Think You Are?: Law & Order: Organized 7:30 The Masked Singer Australia Sandra Sully (PG) Crime: Takeover (MA15+) [s] (PG) [s] 8:30 Insight: In Trouble Abroad (M) Game Of Silence: Road Trip 8:30 The Cheap Seats (PG) [s] 9:30 Dateline: Afghan Athletes On (MA15+) [s] 9:30 NCIS: Misconduct (M v) [s] The Run (M) Destination WA [s] 10:30 NCIS: Unseen Improvements 10:00 SBS World News Late Talking Honey: Irresponsible (M v) [s] 10:30 Australia’s Health Revolution Money [s] 11:30 The Project (PG) [s] (M) Today [s] 6:00 Entertainment Tonight [s] 6:30 Good Chef Bad Chef [s] Today Extra [s] NINE’s Morning News [s] 7:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 7:30 The Bold And The Beautiful The Block: Bathroom Week (PG) [s] (PG) [s] The Hundred With Andy Lee 8:00 10 News First [s] (M) [s] 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 12:00 Dr Phil (M) [s] Pointless (PG) [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] 1:00 Program To Be Advised 2:00 Entertainment Tonight [s] NINE’s Afternoon News [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] 2:30 Farm To Fork [s] NINE News [s] 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] 3:30 My Market Kitchen [s] The Block: Bathroom Week 4:00 Everyday Gourmet With (PG) [s] Justine Schofield [s] After The Verdict (M) [s] 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful Family Law: Sins Of The (PG) [s] Fathers (M l) [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] NINE News Late [s] 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] Chicago Med: Can’t Imagine 7:30 Shaun Micallef’s Brain The Future (M) [s] Eisteddfod (PG) [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] 8:30 Ghosts: Flower’s Article/ D&D (PG) [s] Everything Outdoors [s] Talking Honey: 9:30 Bull: My Corona (M) [s] 10:30 Good Sam: Chronic Insult Mummy’s Boy [s] Home Shopping (M) [s]

5:00 Worldwatch 9:10 Home Is Where The Art Is (PG) 10:05 Employable Me (USA) (PG) 10:55 Icons: Sports (PG) 11:55 Cook Up With Adam Liaw Bitesize 12:00 Worldwatch 2:00 Dateline: Afghan Athletes On The Run (M) 2:30 Insight: In Trouble Abroad (M) 3:40 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw (PG) 4:10 The Wonderful World Of Chocolate (PG) 5:05 Jeopardy! (PG) 5:30 Letters And Numbers 6:00 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw (PG) 6:30 SBS World News 7:35 New York - The City That Never Sleeps: Biggest (M) 8:30 Secret Scotland: The Trossachs And The West (PG) 9:20 Too Close (MA15+) 10:15 SBS World News Late

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5:00 Worldwatch 9:05 Home Is Where The Art Is (PG) 10:00 Employable Me (USA) (PG) 11:00 Worldwatch 11:30 Football: FIFA U20 Womens World Cup: Costa Rica v Australia *Live* From Estadio Nacional, San José 2:00 Worldwatch 3:45 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw (PG) 4:15 The Wonderful World Of Chocolate (PG) 5:05 Jeopardy! (PG) 5:30 Letters And Numbers 6:00 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw (PG) 6:30 SBS World News 7:35 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys (PG) 8:30 Scotland’s Sacred Islands With Ben Fogle: Inner Hebrides (PG) 9:30 The Queen At War (PG) 10:30 SBS World News Late

Today [s] Today Extra [s] NINE’s Morning News [s] The Block: Bathroom Week (PG) [s] After The Verdict (M) [s] Pointless (PG) [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] NINE’s Afternoon News [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] NINE News [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] NRL: Panthers v Storm *Live* From Bluebet Stadium [s] NRL: Knock Off [s] NINE News Late [s] The Equalizer: Pulse (MA15+) [s] – McCall receives a desperate plea for help from her former CIA trainee, now a full-fledged agent.

Murder For Hire: Good Sister, Bad Sister (M v) [s] Getaway (PG) [s] Home Shopping Religious Programs

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

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

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

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Lock-down dividends for Home Markets creative

An AromaShak creative workshop at Woy Woy

Koolewong’s Lisa Turner created her aromatherapy business Aroma Shak in the midst of the second nationwide lock-down as part of the Home Markets Community Initiative.

“If you had told me 12 months ago that I would open a creative space, run creative workshops, open an art exhibition and

organise a market event I would have laughed at you & told you that you were crazy.”

But Lisa is doing just that, and inspiring other Central Coast residents to do the same.

Recently nominated for The Australian Rural Business of the Year People’s Choice Awards, Lisa is just one of many local creatives taking

part in the Central Coast Council’s ‘Creative Spaces’ Initiative.

Her aromatherapy and candle-making business is now among many other local creative businesses sharing their offerings at an exciting ‘Pop Up’ market on Saturday, August 13th from 10am-2pm at the Creative Arena, Oval

CAREFLIGHT COMMUNITY ENCOUNTER

Lisa Turner, founder of the Aroma Shak

Aventue Woy Woy. The exciting Pop Up event will offer creative workshops for both kids and adults, along with an art exhibition featuring talented local artists.

The family-friendly event also coincides with the 1st birthday of Home Markets, a community initiative for which its founder Lisa Mount received the

Community Recognition Award earlier this year.

To celebrate, Lisa will be distributing Home Markets car bumper stickers and Home Stall flags at the event and will be available to chat with anyone wanting to get more involved in their local Home Markets Community.

All are welcome to come

along to the August 13th event at Woy Woy, and people are also encouraged to bring along a non-perishable item to donate to the Woy Woy Community Food Pantry.

Find out more about Home Markets and running your own Home Stall at www. homemarkets.com.au David Abrahams

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Horse Author: Geraldine Brooks Publisher: Hachette The book opens with Theo who is living in Washington DC in 2019 working on his art history Ph.D thesis and having trouble finding the words that won’t sound like elitist prat.

Both of his parents were diplomats, and as such he is a child of the world and one of his favourite memories is the time he lived in Canberra, where he learned to ride horses.

Theo is black and his neighbour, who made it known that he disliked Theo living in the neighbourhood, has recently passed away.

The neighbour’s wife, who seems to be as much of a fan of her husband as Theo was, is now cluttering the sidewalk with all her dead husbands’ possessions.

Theo helps her move out a particularly bulky item, because he was taught to be polite, when he notices a painting of a horse among the discarded items.

He takes it home and will try to uncover what the story may be behind the image.

Jess is also in Washington DC in 2019.

She is originally from Australia but finds herself running the Osteology Prep Lab in the Smithsonian Museum.

Since she was young, she has been fascinated with animal bones, even digging up a beloved pet so she could reconstruct its skeleton.

She runs into Theo in an awkward situation where she thinks he is stealing his bike.

She has been asked by a colleague to look at the skeleton of “the greatest racing stallion in American turf history.”

And now the story jumps back to 1850 to Lexington, Kentucky.

Jarret is a slave that has been bought by Dr. Warfield to help with the thoroughbreds, “he had a feel for horses, deep in the grain. The first bed he could remember was in a horse stall.”

Harry is Jarret’s father and he is a free man, having used all his funds to purchase his freedom.

Harry is hoping that a deal he has struck up with Dr. Warfield will help him earn the funds to purchase Jarret’s freedom.

The deal is that a new foal that has just been born, named Darley can be Harry’s and any profits it wins Harry can keep.

Thomas Scott has been commissioned to paint Glacier; another horse owned by Dr. Warfield.

He meets Jarret and asks Jarret’s assistance in measuring the horse and, for that work, he offers to paint Darley and tells Jarret he can keep the painting.

Darley catches the eye of rich and powerful people.

But Dr Warfield is getting old – can he really offer Darley the opportunities to race against the nation’s best?

It seems not, and Darley is purchased by Ten Boerk and renamed Lexington.

But Lexington is a package deal and Jarret needs to go with him.

And it appears there is a war looming.

And in case this wasn’t enough of a story, we then meet Martha Jackson, who owns an art gallery in

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Her cleaner Annie is having some financial difficulties and has asked Martha to help sell a painting.

It is a painting of a horse.

I loved the story of Jarrett and Lexington, their relationship, their connection.

It was both touching and heart wrenching.

And the fact that the story of Lexington is based on a real horse, “the fastest, most celebrated American racehorse of the 19th century” just makes it more engrossing.

I liked the story of Jess and Theo less so, I thought it was a bit forced and didn’t really believe they would be a couple.

And I thought that the story of Martha Jackson was a distraction.

I think the story was trying to do too much, but I still thought it was a really good book.

I’m sorry, my review of Horse is all over the place – there was a lot to this story.

The story is much better than my review.

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Words on the Waves Kids & Schools Program received a $48,000 funding boost thanks to the NSW Government’s Arts and Cultural Development Program this month.

Moving forward the Kids & Schools program will be rebranded as the RipplesProgram to reflect the objectives of the program to encourage kids and young people to start making waves by writing themselves.

The greater aim of the Words on the Waves Writers Festival RipplesProgram is to foster literacy in the next generation of writers and readers on the Central Coast.

Building on the success of the 2021 and 2022 events, the

RipplesProgram will launch a Secondary Schools Program, and further develop the Primary Schools Program and Family Fun Day. “These events will take place both over the festival period (May 31 – June 5, 2023) as well as through year-round capacity-building incursions” said Words on the Waves Festival Director Angela Bennetts.

With 71 government schools, 24 private and Catholic schools and four special schools in the Council area, the RipplesProgram aims to help teachers engage students and demonstrate the value of literacy and creative expression with real-life exposure to working artists and authors.

It also seeks to create

opportunities for children’s and youth authors to connect with readers outside of the urban centre and benefit from paid opportunities.

The RipplesProgram will enjoy a share of an almost $5 million funding pool statewide that overall goes towards supporting an exciting range of art forms including music, dance, theatre, festivals and literature across the state.

Minister for the Arts Ben Franklin said the funding will deliver strong arts and cultural experiences and provide a critical boost to the state’s talented artists, cultural workers and organisations.

Primary source: Interview and media release Words on the Waves writers festival, August 1, 2022

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New plans provide consistency in development planning New planning controls providing consistent guidelines when Central Coast Council is dealing with development across the region came into effect on Monday, August 1.

The harmonisation of planning controls from the former Gosford City Council and Wyong Shire Council have been several years in the making.

The consolidated Central Coast Local Environmental Plan 2022 and Central Coast Development Control Plan 2022 now provide a consistent planning framework for the region as a whole.

A Council spokeperson said this would lead to greater efficiency in preparing and assessing development applications which would benefit the community, investors and Council staff.

“It’s enormously beneficial to have consistency in planning controls across the region as the smoother process for

development applications and assessment encourages investment and provides a boost to local jobs, and increases quality housing and infrastructure for our growing population,” the Council spokesperson said.

The Local Environmental Plan (LEP) is the primary legal planning document for guiding land use and planning decisions made by Council.

Through zoning and development controls, it allows

Council to manage the way in which land is used to strategically plan for the region and shape and support local communities.

It is supported by the Development Control Plan (DCP) which details planning and design guidelines.

Since the amalgamation in 2016, Council staff have undertaken extensive community and stakeholder consultation and worked diligently to review and

combine the most appropriate, and generally the most flexible, provisions from the former planning instrument and controls.

The extensive consultation resulted in 750 public submissions from agencies, residents and councillors, which provided valuable input and helped to create a contemporary and consolidated LEP and DCP which reflects community priorities.

In the future, the LEP 2022

will be updated as required, in response to emerging strategic priorities for the Coast.

The LEP applies to about 95 percent of the Local Government Area, with the remaining land either the Gosford City Centre, which is subject to its own controls under State Environmental Planning Policy (Precincts Regional) 2021 Pt 5.8 Gosford City Centre, or “deferred land” under the LEP 2022, which remains subject to The Interim Development Order

122 and Gosford Planning Scheme Ordinance.

The next stage of updating the Central Coast LEP will be the environmental lands review, which will seek to apply contemporary land use zones to these deferred lands.

These proposed changes are expected to be publicly exhibited before the end of 2022.

Development applications will be assessed on the Development Control Plan and Local Environment Plan current at the time of lodgement with Council.

The Central Coast DCP and LEP will be used for development applications lodged from August 1, 2022.

Development applications accepted by Council prior to August 1 will be subject to the provisions of the planning controls in force at that time.

Source: Media release, August 1 Central Coast Council

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Jobs fund supports 127 new jobs on the Coast More than $1.98M will be injected into Central Coast business, thanks to Round Two of the NSW Government’s Regional Job Creation Fund.

Parliamentary Secretary for Central Coast Adam Crouch said the funding would go towards creating over 127 fulltime jobs on the Coast.

“Krumbled Foods Pty Ltd is receiving $1.3M towards establishing a new facility, relocating manufacturing of their health bars to the Central Coast,” he said.

“By providing Krumbled Foods with this funding we will be helping create 89 full-time jobs for Central Coast locals.”

Sprint Horticulture Pty Ltd at Peats Ridge will receive $280,000 towards the construction of their new packing shed and greenhouse.

This funding will create 15 fulltime on-going jobs.

Additionally, Pipeline Operations Pty Ltd based in Berkeley Vale will be able to upgrade their current

investment from businesses and enable economic recovery across agriculture, manufacturing and tourism industries and ensure they continue to thrive now and into the future,” he said.

“This funding exemplifies the NSW Government’s commitment to build robust regional economies, which is giving businesses, employees and their families confidence in the growth and prosperity of regional NSW.” Under the Regional Job Creation Fund, eligible businesses can apply for grants to support the purchase of new equipment, expand facilities, create new tourist experiences and visitor attractions or relocate businesses from out of state to regional NSW, leading to the creation of new jobs.

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manufacturing line and purchase new equipment thanks to $140,000.

“This fund has a proven history of providing businesses

with the additional resources needed to fast-track their growth plans, expand their operations, and creates a solid base for job creation in our

regions,” Crouch said.

Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW, Paul Toole said the NSW Government’s $140M Regional Job Creation

Fund was on track to create more than 6,500 new direct jobs in regional NSW. “The Regional Job Creation Fund continues to attract new

Source: Media release, August 3 Parliamentary Secretary Central Coast, Adam Crouch

Start building a career at apprenticeship and jobs expo About 100 industry experts from a range of interesting fields will be taking part in the Central Coast Apprenticeship, Traineeship and Jobs Expo at Mingara Recreation Club, Tumbi Umbi, on Tuesday, August 15.

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This free event will be held between 3pm and 8pm.

The number of apprentices and trainees in jobs across NSW increased by 11 percent in the year to December 2021, off the back of the NSW Government’s unprecedented

investment in fee-free training.

A report by the National Centre for Vocational Education and Research shows that NSW continues to lead the nation, with more apprentices and trainees than any other state or territory.

There were 106,445 apprentices and trainees in training at the end of 2021, with both commencements and completions up overall on the year before.

Women undertaking apprenticeships and traineeships in NSW continues to surge, with a 21 percent increase in 2021.

More opportunities for vocational education and employment pathways for young people are being significantly expanded through NSW Government programs such as JobTrainer, Careers

NSW, the Educational Pathways Program as well as reforms to the Higher School Certificate and the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank.

Business NSW CEO, Daniel Hunter welcomed the Government’s ongoing commitment to a strong pipeline of skilled workers in NSW. “Lifting the number of young people in apprenticeships, enhancing vocational education and training options for those looking to upskill or explore another career is just what the doctor ordered to address the state’s skill shortage,” he said.

“Helping someone get a job and get skilled is not just great for business and the economy but is a positive step for young people and their families.”

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Planning the city of the future About 200 business leaders gathered in Gosford on Thursday, August 4, to discuss what the Central Coast needs to build itself as a viable attractive city of the future.

The Central Coast City Summit: Planning for Skills and Innovation was officially launched by NSW Minister for Skills and Innovation, Alister Henskens.

It was a collaboration between the Greater Cities Commission, Business NSW and University of Newcastle.

In a landmark move on March 29 this year, the Greater Cities Commission Bill was passed in the NSW Parliament which describes the Commission’s role as bringing together the cities of the Lower Hunter and Greater Newcastle, Central Coast, Greater Sydney and IllawarraShoalhaven to create a globally competitive city region.

It signalled a new era for strategic city planning involving all parts of the region in strategic planning for the

future so that NSW can build a world-class city region that has the scale to provide better jobs, housing, education and lifestyle opportunities for its people.

Continued planning and development to shape the future of the Central Coast city is fundamental to the Six Cities vision.

Accelerating the delivery of innovation and skills and attracting world-class industry is critical to making more productive, liveable and sustainable cities for all.

Minister for Skills and Innovation, Alister Henskens, said the Central Coast would play a crucial role in that vision with its strategic location close to the commercial and population hubs of Sydney and Newcastle.

“This Summit provides a great opportunity to realise the city’s potential, so we can attract world-class industries, create jobs and secure a brighter future for the people of the Central Coast,” he said.

The aim of the Summit held on Thursday was to bring together stakeholders across

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existing and emerging industry; create a cohesive economic narrative for the Central Coast as part of the Six Cities Region; spotlight “underground” businesses and innovation and identify innovation and skills opportunities and challenges.

Business NSW Regional Director Paula Martin said a dedicated focus on how the Central Coast could position

itself as an attractive, sustainable and liveable city was long overdue.

“We look forward to finally getting traction on the challenges industry consistently face to realise their growth,” she said.

“Whilst business confidence is improving compared to last year, business growth and investment are being hampered by ongoing labour

shortages.

“A key gap in our growth has been how our region has set itself up for innovation which has had a knock-on effect in skills development locally as well as the rate of entrepreneurialism.

“The City Summit is a significant step forward for our business community to have their say in how we can proactively address industry gaps and together with government, industry and education, prepare for the growth of emerging industries that will offer jobs of the future for our younger generations,” Martin said.

Keynote speakers at the City Summit included Minister for Skills and Innovation Alister Henskens, Parliamentary Secretary and Terrigal MP Adam Crouch; Senior Director Business NSW Paula Martin; Executive Director Greater Cities Commission Sarah Winter; Vice Chancellor University of Newcastle Professor Alex Zelinsky along with other university leaders; CEO Darkinjung Aboriginal Land Council Brendan Moyle;

and Chair of Resources NSW Clare Sykes.

Central Coast Council CEO, David Farmer, shared how the new Gosford Waterfront Masterplan could drive a modern era of business and visitor economy.

The key priorities to maximise industry development were discussed involving health, food technology, tourism, technology knowledge, advanced manufacturing, construction and education.

Among other speakers, Chloe Hyde, Trendpac’s Sustainability Manager, gave a talk on plastics innovation and Sheridan Beaumont of Sydney Oyster Farm Tours talked on the topic of tourism and food innovation.

Young Australian of the Year nominee, Amelia Munday, presented Little Butterflies Technology.

More information about the Summit outcomes will be reported in next week’s Coast News.

Primary source: Media release, August 2 Business NSW Central Coast

Applications open for energy bill buster program Central Coast residents can start applying for the NSW Government’s Energy Bill Buster program from August 1, helping households slash their power bills by up to $600 a year.

The 2022-23 NSW Budget included $128 million to help up to an initial 30,000 eligible households install solar or replace appliances with more energy-efficient ones.

Treasurer and Minister for Energy, Matt Kean, urged families to apply for the incentives to cut their bills.

“Around 30,000 households can apply for a free solar system or energy efficient

appliance upgrades that can save them up to $600 per year,” Kean said.

“It’s all about taking the pressure off families and putting more money back into household budgets.”

Kean said the program gave eligible households more choice on how they managed their energy bills.

“This program enables households to make decisions that will deliver long-term savings on their energy bills while making clean energy improvements to their homes,” he said.

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Those renting or living in apartments who can’t have solar installed may be eligible to swap their current annual

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package include energyefficient fridges, dryers, airconditioners and hot water systems, as well as upgrades such as window shading and draught sealing valued at up to $4000.

The solar offer has been trialled within select regions of NSW and is rolling out statewide to enable more people to save with solar.

Some eligible households include pensioners and Department of Veterans Affairs Gold Card holders receiving the Low Income Household Rebate, who can receive 10 years’ worth of rebates upfront to put towards solar or appliance upgrades.

Central Coast households can check their eligibility and apply from August 1 at energysaver.nsw.gov.au/ rebate-swap.

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Money for flagpoles and running gear

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Terrigal Trotters and Gosford Pre-School have received a financial boost from Central Coast Council under the Community Support Grants Program.

The Trotters will be able to expand their equipment hire

with their $5,000 grant while the pre-school’s $3,870 will go towards purchasing flagpoles and installation.

Council Administrator, Rik Hart, is encouraging other groups to apply for a Community Support Grants which provides

up to $5,000 per project each month to financially assist with community projects.

“I strongly encourage any applicant interested in seeking in-kind or financial assistance to meet with Council staff at the grant writing workshops and

information sessions available to help strengthen applications and give their project the best chance of success,” he said.

The Community Support Grants Program is open all year, providing funds to successful applicants on a

monthly basis.

It provides assistance for community activities which require in-kind support through the provision of subsidised access to Council services, and financial assistance for community activities that

require a smaller amount of support.

For more information go online to centralcoast.nsw.gov. au/grants Source: Media release, July 26 Central Coast Council

Rate payment deferral for flood-impacted residents Central Coast residents with flood-impacted properties will be given an extra two months to pay their first 2022/23 rate instalment.

Central Coast Council Administrator, Rik Hart, said the deferral was being offered to residents with properties listed under the SES rapid damage assessment.

“We anticipate this offer will benefit around 1000 property owners on the Central Coast who have been directly impacted by the recent floods in July 2022,” Hart said.

“It has been an extremely challenging time for many on

the Coast, particularly for those who the SES has recognised as having significant damage to their properties.

“We hope that by offering this rate payment deferral, it will help relieve some of the pressure on these community members.”

Council received the necessary data on eligible properties from the Rapid Damage Assessment process undertaken by SES, RFS and ADF and will be issuing a letter to eligible ratepayers confirming the two-month extension (with no accrued interest).

Council recently adopted its

2022/23 budget that reflects zero increases to the domestic waste management services for most customers, a one per cent increase in general rates, and a program of staggering increases to water and sewer service charges.

Council wishes to remind ratepayers that it also has a financial hardship assistance program for property owners having difficulty in paying their rates.

For more information, search ‘rebates and hardship assistance’ at centralcoast. nsw.gov.au.

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Grants open for projects in northern suburbs Community groups and not-for profit organisations can apply for up to $30,000, out of a total pool of $40,000, for projects in Summerland Point, Gwandalan, Chain Valley Bay and Mannering Park as part of a joint initiative between Central Coast Council and Delta Coal.

Mannering Park Sailing Club is one of the grant recipients

Council’s Community Partnerships Unit Manager, Glenn Cannard, said the Chain Valley Colliery Community Funding Program aimed to support not-for-profit community organisations to deliver projects that improve

community infrastructure and services in Chain Valley Bay and surrounding suburbs.

“Since 2017 the Chain Valley Colliery Community Funding Program has provided funding to a range of local groups and organisations to improve and enhance the local community,” he said.

Some of the past projects to receive funding from this program include Northern Lakes Neighbourhood Centre Cinema Under the Stars, the Mannering Park Tidy Towns Group Keep It Clean, Keep It Green initiative, a three-phase converter and dust extraction unit for Manno Men’s Shed,

Sailability storage at Mannering Park Amateur Sailing Club, and the Mannering Park Tidy Towns Group hedging project.

Projects that deliver social, cultural, economic or environmental benefits to communities in the four suburb areas are encouraged to apply.

Council Administrator Rik Hart said this program provided a great boost to support local groups and initiatives.

“This funding provides an important leg up to groups and organisations looking to benefit residents of Summerland Point, Gwandalan, Chain Valley Bay and Mannering Park,” he

said.

“There has been a diverse range of projects delivered from this program in past years and I look forward to seeing what innovative and interesting projects will be funded this year.”

Grant applications are open until midnight on Wednesday, August 31.

For more information search for chain valley funding at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au, or contact Council’s Community Grants team on 4325 8861.

Source: Media release, August 2 Central Coast Council

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Council reviews plan for Woy Woy townhouses A townhouse project in Woy Woy, previously rejected by both Central Coast Council and the Local Planning Panel, is again open for public comment following an official request by the property owner, Thomas Bowyer, to review the proposal.

About 150 objection submissions have been received by Council since the DA first came up in April 2021 to build two double-storey townhouses at the rear of 95 Paton St, Woy Woy. Plans for the 697sqm block include renovation of the existing house, two new threebedroom townhouses, three garages, two open car spaces, a new driveway and front courtyard fencing.

The development application was refused for overdevelopment of the site and the Panel said that the applicant had not shown satisfactory reason to allow a variation to the 750sqm minimum lot size development standard.

The applicant was seeking approval for a 7.09 percent variation (Clause 4.6 Variation),

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equating to 53.2sqm below the minimum standard for multidwelling housing.

An official application to review the development application (61493/2021) was lodged with Council in June.

It includes 26 pages of information “to better demonstrate why compliance (with the development

standard) is unnecessary … as the proposed minor variation is justified and optimises the opportunity to provide a highquality development that provides affordable housing for moderate income households which is a significant public benefit”.

“The 7.09 percent variation is not unreasonable and complies

with other controls under the Local Environment Plan and Development Control Plan,” the document said.

“Central Coast Council, and previously Gosford City Council, have virtually abandoned or destroyed the development standard through their own actions in granting consents departing from the standard.”

The document listed 30 examples of approved variations of up to 13.3 percent for multi-dwelling developments between 2016 and 2021.

“If compliance is required, the compliant alternative is a three-storey, 418sqm dual occupancy which is far less desirable on planning grounds

compared to the proposed twostorey multi-dwelling,” the document said.

Council and the Local Planning Panel raised other concerns with the development proposal including the nature of the building form by retaining the existing dwelling, internal ceiling heights, inadequate landscaping, lack of deep soil planting, lack of private open space, poorly located garbage bin storage, inadequate parking turning paths.

According to the applicant, these matters have been addressed in the Statement of Environmental Effects Revision 3 presented with the Review application.

Concerns raised by the community include overdevelopment, traffic and parking, invasion of privacy into neighbouring yards from the two-storey townhouses, and that the development would not blend with the character of the area.

The development application is on exhibition for public comment on Council’s website until August 12 Sue Murray

Plan to replace old flats with modern units Three residential flats in an older-style building in Terrigal will be demolished to make way for a new modern block of units in a $1.9M rejuvenation.

The flats at 40 Willoughby Rd have been continuously occupied since being built in the 1960s.

Plans being considered

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The swings from pessimism to optimism and back again have been wild, often with the same stock and often without that much changing when it comes to an underlying business’s prospects.

Why have returns been so volatile?

There seem to be fewer investors who are even attempting to properly value businesses these days, as narrative-based investing seems to have gained the ascendancy.

Buy Zoom because everyone is stuck at home on conference calls. Sell Zoom now that everyone is going back to the office.

Buy Tesla because everyone is going to buy an electric car.

Sell Tesla because interest rates are going up.

The actual value of the underlying business rarely rates a mention.

This style of investing is not new – most financial bubbles were built on the back of wonderful narratives.

But its accessibility is unprecedented now that investors can buy any stock anywhere in the world.

As well, thematic index funds give investors the ability to punt on everything from cryptocurrency mining to millennial consumers and pot stocks.

Such waves of buying and selling when a particular thematic is in vogue or not create dramatic over-reactions in both directions.

Valuation is an inexact science The few of us left who are trying to value businesses are finding that process more uncertain than usual.

That’s not to say that valua-

tion is ever an exact science, but three years of unprecedented economic disruption have compounded the problem.

Some businesses made small fortunes out of the crisis.

Others haven’t made a profit for years.

Now we are facing a potential

recession, dramatically higher energy costs and a significant rise in interest rates.

Working out what a business’s future earnings might be is more difficult than usual.

Navigating the extremes I have some sympathy for

investors feeling as if they want to crawl into a hole, and it’s not pleasant being a fund manager, either, in such a volatile environment.

Fortunately, Benjamin Graham is by my side.

The father of value investing wrote Security Analysis, which

was the first textbook about how to value a business, in 1943 and then The Intelligent Investor in 1949.

His most important lesson has become my most important asset: a share price is simply the last price at which two people transacted a tiny slither of the company in question.

Sometimes it represents a reasonable estimate of the entire value of the company and sometimes it varies dramatically from underlying value.

Yet, the only time the traded price really impacts me is when I want to buy or sell.

Whether our portfolios are up 80% or down 30%, I stay focused on the true value of the businesses we own.

We don’t get that right all the time, but it tends to be a lot less volatile than the share price.

If you stay focused on the value of the businesses you own shares in, then market volatility can be nothing more than an opportunity.

STEVE JOHNSON is the chief investment officer at Forager Funds.

First time buyers face a $120k deposit hurdle The path to home ownership isn’t getting any faster or less expensive.

One in three first-time buyers now require at least five years to put together enough money for a deposit and some need 10 years or more, new research

from Finder, the comparison website, has revealed.

That’s hardly a surprise given that the average 20% deposit among first home buyers has risen to $119,560.

This is $11,000 dearer than it was at the same time in 2021

and 30% higher than the average full-time wage.

In fact, an overwhelming majority (75%) of first home buyers surveyed by Finder reported that they were aiming to buy a home with a deposit below 20%, potentially putting them in line

for lenders mortgage insurance and higher interest rates.

“Saving up for your first home has become a decade-long exercise for some people,” says Finder’s head of consumer research, Graham Cooke.

“The recent house price

boom, combined with the increased deposit requirement, is making it tough for first home buyers to infiltrate the market.”

While affordability remains an issue, there is some light on the horizon for first home buyers, as prices appear to be softening.

CoreLogic research shows that national home values fell for a second straight month in June off the back of falls in Sydney and Melbourne, while rises in other cities are far lower than at the peak of the market.

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Saratoga is Store of the Year in Blooms Chemist group Pharmacist and owner of Blooms The Chemist at Saratoga, Kurt Smith, and his team have achieved the proud honour of being named Store of the Year among the 112 chemists Australia-wide in the group.

The store also took out the group’s Productivity Store of the Year award at the Blooms The Chemist Partners’ Conference on July 20.

It was strong brand engagement combined with an increase in gross margin return on floor space, as well as

impressive customer service, which stood out for the Saratoga store.

“I am super proud of my team who contribute every day to ensure we provide meaningful customer service and care to our customers and community,” said owner Kurt Smith.

“The past 12 months have been tough for everyone, but our team never wavered and always put their best foot forward every day.

“It’s also important to acknowledge our local community who trust us in supporting them through their

health journey,” Smith said.

Blooms CEO, Emmanuel Vavoulas, said the organisation was focussed on the successful growth of the brand’s internal culture and alignment to the company’s core purpose and strategic objectives.

“Each and every one of our stores positively contribute to Australia’s healthcare system and the conference and awards provide a moment in our busy schedules to celebrate those who have been exceptional across a range of criteria,” he said.

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Blooms CEO Emmanuel Vavoulas (from left), Saratoga store pharmacist/owner Kurt Smith and Blooms Head of Retail Operations Zane Matthews at the presentation night

In-home clinical care workers needed on the Coast An aged care and disability support service is looking for high-level support workers and registered nurses to help fill the growing demand for athome complex and clinical care on the Central Coast.

Trusted Home Care owners, Karen Barrett and Michael Gibson, are looking for trained health professionals to help support and provide specialised clinical care to the local aged and disabled population.

Gibson said they had seen demand for increased clinical support in wound care, assessments and specialised care across the Central Coast.

“We are looking for high-level support workers, enrolled nurses and registered nurses to assist complex care needs

L-R: Karen Barrett, Amy (Registered Nurse), Maree (Quality Assurance Manager), Cath (Aged Care Manager).

and who might want a change of scenery from a hospital system to a job that’s very meaningful and personal,” Gibson said.

Complex care is a specialist support service for someone

with a chronic or long-term health condition requiring extra assistance to manage their symptoms, clinical health care and daily activities.

Gibson said their company had the registrations to deliver

COVID vaccine approved for young children

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The Federal Government will make 500,000 vaccinations available following medical advice from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) to make a Moderna COVID-19 vaccine available to children aged 6 months to under 5 years in certain atrisk population groups.

About 70,000 young children at higher risk of developing severe illness from COVID-19 will be able to receive a vaccination from September 5.

Initial supplies of the vaccine will be arriving in Australia this week and distributed to vaccination sites.

At this stage, COVID-19 vaccination is only recommended for children aged six months to under five years with severe immunecompromise, disability, and

clinical care, and with referrals rolling in, there was sufficient work available.

“We just need the good staff and people who want to make a difference in the community,” Gibson said.

Barrett said the business started four years ago after realising from personal experience that there was a need for quality support services on the Central Coast.

“The support workers coming to our home were substandard … so we wanted to do it better, have better quality workers and offer better training,” Barrett said.

“We began as an Aged Care and NDIS specialist, and then we went to the next level as a registered NDIS provider, with approval for complex care needs; not a lot of NDIS providers are registered for this, so that’s why we need a clinical team to come on board and help sustain those in-home services.”

Barrett said they now had 71 Central Coast-based employees

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Valuable skills and attributes include:

those who have complex and/ or multiple health conditions which increase the risk of severe COVID-19.

Given the particular needs of this group of children and the small size of the cohort to be vaccinated, only a small proportion of vaccination sites will deliver this vaccine. These sites will be identified on the Vaccine Clinic Finder and bookings will open later this month.

ATAGI is not currently recommending COVID-19 vaccination for children aged six months to under five years who are not at increased risk and ATAGI will continue to monitor the evidence in relation to the benefit of vaccination in this age group.

Source: Media release, August 3 Minister for Health and Aged Care, Mark Butler

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providing care and support services to the local aged and disabled population.

“There’s also a huge gap in the market for people with NDIS funding who want independence by moving into their own accommodation and out of their family home,” she said.

“We excitedly have some Supported Independent Living (SIL) houses available now and towards the end of the year.

“We have a three-bedroom house and a two-bedroom house, one in Green Point and one in Saratoga, so we will be able to staff those 24/7 and provide a supported independent living service as well.”

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Coastlink celebrates new recreation centre at Berkeley Vale Coastlink has opened a new Berkeley Vale Hub to operate day activities for people living with disability.

Also, in coming months Coastlink will be putting the finishing touches on a new Virtual Reality Hub and Gaming Centre to further boost their recreational activities.

Coastlink’s Chief Executive Officer, John Davis, said the purchase of the Berkeley Vale Hub was a testament to the dedication of the organisation’s Board, staff members and entire organisation, which had long been regarded as the Coast’s premier disability and aged care provider.

“Our community and centrebased programs really are the backbone of what we do here at Coastlink and for many people they’re an absolute lifeline,” he said.

“That’s what makes the

permanent acquisition of our Berkley Vale Hub so significant.

“Our programs help people living with disability to gain independence, strengthen their life skills and, most importantly, live life their way every day.

“The people who utilise our programs have big dreams, big ideas and big potential and we’re dedicated to helping them play an active role in their local communities,” Davis said.

Coastlink’s range of day program activities are operated at both the Berkeley Vale Hub and Woy Woy Hall.

They have a strong focus on life skills and offer participants the chance to try their hand at everything from cooking, art and computers to swimming and outdoor fitness.

However, like so many community-based initiatives, these face-to-face programs were heavily affected by the

again enjoy recreational, social and sporting activities across the Central Coast, Newcastle and Sydney,” he said.

“Plus, we’re continuing to offer our after-school, holiday and weekend programs, as well as our permanent and short-term accommodation options.

“And that’s not all the exciting news on the organisation’s horizon.

“In the coming months, we’ll also be putting the finishing touches on our brand-new Virtual Reality Hub and Gaming Centre for people living with disability, and I’d encourage everyone to keep an eye on our website and social media pages to find out more,” Davis said.

COVID-19 pandemic, and clients, families and staff all felt the impact.

Davis said the Coastlink team was proud to be back and

operating as safely as possible, ensuring people living with disability continue to have access to quality support and opportunities to connect.

“In addition to our day programs, our Community Access Program is really focused on getting individuals safely back out into the community, so they can once

Source: Media release, July 29 Coastlink

Share the Dignity Drive to collect period products Share the Dignity has again teamed up with Woolworths to launch a Dignity Drive on the Central Coast to directly address an increased need for freely available period care products.

Share the Dignity launches Dignity Drive in Woolworths stores

Woolworths will donate five cents from each period care product sold during the drive during August to help fund support local community initiatives and Share the Dignity’s Dignity Vending

Machines.

Since the partnership’s beginnings in 2019,Woolworths customers have donated more than 575,000 period care products and Woolworths has donated more than $2M to support those experiencing period poverty.

In March alone, Woolworths customers donated more than 82,000 period care products and Woolworths donated $119,000 to Share the Dignity.

In April, Woolworths and

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The machines offer free period products accessible in bathrooms in schools, hospitals, homeless shelters, women’s refuge centres and other local community organisations.

Nationally, Woolworths sponsored machines have dispensed over 68,000 free period packs since the first

machine was installed in 2019.

The Dignity Drive will run in Woolworths supermarkets across the Central Coast and customers can purchase any period care product and donate it in store via the pink collection boxes located at the front of every Woolworths store or add a cash donation at Woolworths registers.

Source: Media release, August 2 Woolworths

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DOWN IN THE GARDEN: CREATE A BEAUTIFUL LAWN

CHERALYN DARCEY

While not being the biggest fan of lawns, I do see their use and their desirability, particularly for those who have a young family, pets or enjoy outdoor games.

To completely dismiss them is to deny the human connection with being outdoors.

So while I’ve spent a lot of time in my garden replacing expansive lawns with vegetable gardens and flower beds, I’m not completely void of lawn as I’ve retained pockets of grass and those I can I say, I do firmly love.

Afterall, who doesn’t like the feeling of cool fresh grass between their toes on a warm summer day?

CREATING YOUR OWN LAWN If starting from scratch, you can either grow from seed or lay turf to start your green oasis.

Turf can pretty much be laid at any time of the year while seed sowing should be done either in spring or early autumn, (throughout autumn on The

Coast).

For the Coast and similar climates, Buffalo Grasses are recommended as they are very hard-wearing, shade tolerate and do well in hot conditions.

A vigorous grower, (something that may or may not appeal to you), is Kikuyu.

It is also a little shade-tolerant, withstands dry periods and it stays very green in winter.

A newer grass is Zoysia which requires less water and mowing and along with being very soft in texture, is a lovely darker green.

These are just a few of the many grasses that could suit your needs.

Other alternatives that are rising in popularity include Australian Native grasses such as Kangaroo Grass (Themeda triandra), Red Grass (Bothriochloa macra) and Wallaby Grass (Austrodanthonia spp.).

Have a chat with the team at one of our wonderful local garden care centres to find the exact match for your garden and you.

Step by Step to Laying Turf Weed and rake over the soil and make sure it is level.

Roll out the turf and stagger your edges but make sure they are firmly butted up against each other.

Sprinkle a top dressing over the turf and using a broom work it gently into the turf.

Water in well.

Step by Step to Sowing Seeds Weed and rake over the soil and make sure it is level.

Measure the area you are sowing and following the seed supplier instructions for amount to sow for your area.

Sow as evenly as possible.

Rake over the seeds gently and then cover with 2mm of soil.

Water in well.

Lawn Edges You will find without a border; grass tends to run away and grow in places that you would rather it did not and can be detrimental to other plants in your garden.

When it comes to selection of edging you will need to factor in price, durability and suitability and then let’s not forget design.

Bricks and pavers are a great option as they can simply be the edge of a feature adjoining your lawn such as a patio, path, or driveway.

They can be laid in various manners to create patterns, styles and heights that please you.

I particularly like what is known as a ‘diamond or zigzag style’, creating a standing edge

LEARN ALL ABOUT GREEN MANURE CROPS This Sunday 6th August 9:30am - 11:30am at SWAMP (Sustainable Wetlands Agricultural Makers Project) at the Old Pioneer Dairy Site on the Central Coast Wetlands has a Working bee on and their garden Guest this month is Kerrie Anderson of Synergy Permaculture Australia.

Kerrie is planting a green manure crop at SWAMP, and you are invited to come help (or watch) and learn.

No booking required, it’s free, just show up.

At this working bee we will be learning about soil health

and how to maintain the health of soil through cool seasons when not in use or in a rest state.

We will particularly be learning about the implementation of utilising green manures to hold and capture nutrients in preparation for springtime planting.

This can be done for small backyard gardens to larger garden beds.

So come along, it is a family friendly morning - it will be fun and hands on.

No level of experience

needed to join in.

Bring along some gloves, water and morning tea.

Picnics are welcome.

Where: 1897 South Tacoma Rd, Tuggerah.

Turn off South Tacoma Road into the Central Coast Wetlands and follow the road until you see the Community Garden to your right, in front of the buildings.

Parking is to the left, behind the Event Centre. synergypermaculture.com. au and swampcentralcoast. com.au

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

by half burying bricks.

Timbers can be used but unless treated most will decay.

Treated timbers are not to be used as lawn edges to food gardens and to be honest, I personally don’t mind a slowly ‘decaying into the earth’ timber edge in some places but that is up to you.

There are commercially made timber edges as well available.

Other options are stones, concrete (poured and recycled broken pieces), metals and I’ve even seen clever use of old glass bottles buried neck end down, hub caps and even china plates.

Go and explore!

Caring for Your Grass Oasis Whether growing from seed or laid turf, lawn needs lots of water until it is very well established and has attained a height of 2cm.

Water again very deeply and then hold off on the water for a few days so that roots will start seeking out water at lower levels.

Now you can settle into a deep watering every week when there is no heavy rainfall,

but you may find that it needs additional watering during the height of summer or very hot dry periods.

Lawns are also hungry and there are many commercially grown fertilisers on the market specifically catering to them or you can make your own.

Whatever you use, do not use too much or use it too often as you can ‘burn’ and even kill your lovely lawn.

A Homemade Lawn Fertiliser Recipe • ½ cup ammonia - contains nitrogen which leafy plants love • 1 can lemonade - not diet as its included to provide sugars to feed the soil microbes • 1 can beer - feeds the microbes and bacteria in the soil • 1 cup baby shampoo - assists in absorption of fertilisers, don’t use antibacterial • 40 litres water • Spray lightly and evenly over your lawn evenly once a week and water in well.

Weed lawns by hand as soon as you see them pop up and ensure that you have lifted their roots out.

Pests can be troublesome, and, on The Coast, we experience more than our fair share of curl grub and the best way to prevent them is by ensuring your lawn is healthy and doesn’t dry out as they much prefer a poor lawn to a well maintained one.

An organic treatment is ‘Neem Oil’ and it is easily

obtained commercially, follow the supplier’s instructions.

To keep lawns healthy, you do need to mow them regularly as it encourages the grass to develop stronger root systems and it prompts new growth.

Your lawn is made up of lots of tiny plants that run and multiply, and this means it will become compacted by too many plants trying to fit into your defined area.

To help it, aerate your lawn in spring and autumn by spiking it with a garden fork every 10cm all over and wiggling it back and forth to create holes.

There are also spiked sandals and other ingenious gardening contraptions that can help with this process out there.

In autumn you should also ‘top-dress’ your lawn to add to the quality of the hard-working soil.

Do this a few weeks after autumn aeration.

Use a mixture of three parts sand to three parts loam to one part organic matter.

Spread evenly across the lawn to about 10mm in depth and work in with a broom.

Scarifying your lawn sounds scary but it is a way to remove build-up of dead grass in your lawn.

In spring and autumn, rake over the lawn to pick up this ‘thatch’.

Go in one direction and then the opposite with a springrake to encourage the dead grass out.

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The Central Coast NSW Bromeliad If you have an interest of any level in beautiful Society’s 40 Anniversary Society started bromeliads, you are invited to come to the Central in 1982 and members recently celebrated Coast NSW Bromeliad Society meetings. with an 80’s fancy dress and themed They are held on the 4th Saturday of the month, special lunch.

1pm at C/E Hall, Parkhill Rd. Wyoming.

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Terrigal and The Lakes prevail in cliffhangers RUGBY The Terrigal Trojans defeated the Kariong Wanderers by just one point, 20-19, in the Central Coast Rugby match of the day at Kariong Oval in a thriller from start to finish.

There was plenty of intense rugby in the first 20 minutes of the match with neither team able to hit the scoreboard.

It was Kariong who eventually opened the scoring with a converted try to lead by 7 points to nil.

However close to halftime, Terrigal was able to square the ledger and their converted try saw the scores locked at 7 points apiece at the break.

The Trojans came out strongly in the second half and soon crossed for their second converted try to lead by 14 points to 7.

But once again Kariong were quick to respond, posting their second try (14-12) in a tight battle for control, with Terrigal kicking a penalty goal to push the score out to 17-12 with 15 minutes left.

The Wanderers then seized the lead, 19-17 with their third try.

But with just seconds

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Action from the Terrigal-Kariong match

remaining, Terrigal five-eight Adam Danckert kicked a drop to snatch victory for the Trojans.

It was an exciting match to say the least.

Best players for Terrigal were five-eight Adam Danckert, No.8 Ethan McInnes and lock Macklan Collins, while for the Kariong side the best performers were halfback Jye Clack, flanker Josh Bottero and hooker Justin Walker.

Hornsby travelled to Woongarrah Oval to take on the Warnervale Wildcats.

The match saw some exciting, high-scoring rugby with Warnervale outlasting Hornsby to win the match by 42 points to 31.

Hornsby got away to a great start in the match crossed for two early tries but Warnervale slowly took control of the play and the scoreboard.

Best players for Warnervale were fullback Ben Butler, flanker Kyle Haslam, lock Matt Martin and halfback Harrison Sexton.

Hornsby were best served by winger James O’Connor, who crossed for 2 tries, and No.8 Talifolau Sitani.

The Lakes versus Gosford clash was played at Gosford Showground.

Being the first time Gosford

had played at home this year, a large crowd was on hand to watch the contest.

In a cliff-hanger from start to finish, The Lakes got home right on fulltime to win 24 points to 23.

Gosford kicked two vital penalty goals early in the second half to regain the lead which was then extended by a third penalty goal late in the second half to give Gosford a

23-17 lead.

An upset result seemed very much on the cards, with Gosford playing some of their best rugby of the season.

But a late converted try to prop Tim Poese, crashing over for The Lakes allowed the visitors to snatch the win and stay in contention for the finals.

The Lakes had several good players but none were better than props Tim Poese and Connor Starkey, and halves Logan Hemopo and Brayden Hutchinson-Walters.

Gosford were best served by five-eight Ben Shelley, fullback Chris Heap, in his 100th top grade match, and No 8. Joel Wagner.

As we look forward to Round 16, the 2022 race for finals is heating up.

Terrigal will take on the Ourimbah Razorbacks at The Haven in what promises to be a mighty top-of-the-table clash between two fierce rivals who will both still have their eyes on the minor premiership.

The Lakes will take on Kariong at Slade Park in a battle to secure a top-four position, while Avoca beach will host Warnervale.

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New look Mariners edged out by Sydney FC in cup thriller FOOTBALL The Central Coast Mariners were narrowly defeated by Sydney FC in a penalty shoot-out after a thrilling 3 all extra time ‘Australia Cup’ match at Leichhardt oval on Sunday evening.

Hundreds of loyal Mariners fans made their way to the suburban ground on Sunday afternoon in an old school midwinter football experience.

Coach Nick Montgomery fielded a team that contained the club’s four new players, Nectarios Triantis, Paul Ayongo, Michael Ruhs and Thomas Aquilina.

The Mariners have experienced a mini exodus of players during the off season with star keeper Mark Biragitti and Costa Rican striker, Marcos Urena, among the key players exiting the club for various reasons, posing a major challenge for Coach Monty and his coaching staff.

However, such changes give opportunities for up and coming players, including Max Balard who was named captain for the first time in his Mariners career.

The new Mariners squad got the scoring underway just 14 minutes into the match when Béni Nkololo found some open space for a goal after a

Mariners team lost on a penalty shoot-out following an epic 120 minutes of Australia Cup

trademark run inside the box.

Sydney answered in the 29th minute when Dan Hall pinged Sydney FC attacker Max Burgess inside the box, the resulting penalty made the score 1-1.

Then in the 42nd minute Sydney took the lead with a

goal from Caceres who found the back of the net from point blank range, beating lead Mariners keeper Yaren Sozer and giving the Sky Blues a 2-1 lead into half time.

Shortly after the break, the Mariners were opened up when Burgess tapped home a

cross from teammate Segecic, bringing the score to 3-1 for Sydney FC. All looked cooked for the Mariners at this point, though embracing their ‘Won’t back down’ creed, the new young team fought on.

Then in the 53rd minute

Mariners newcomer Michael Ruhs scored after a rebound from teammate Ayongo sending the Mariners fans into overdrive.

Then Monty struck with a surprise double substitution – Kuol and Aquilina off, Cummings and Roux on.

Ten minutes later Dan Hall was sent from the field following his second yellow and the Mariners were down to 10 men.

A minute later Mariners Academy product Bradley Tapp made his senior debut off the bench, replacing Harry Steele.

The young team fought on, in a classic battle that Sydney FC rightfully felt they had stitched up, but in the final five minutes of stoppage time, rising star player Michael Cummings flicked a header into the back of the net, equaling the scores 3-3 and forcing the game into extra time.

But after the extra two sessions of football, the scores remained even and the teams were sent into a penalty shootout.

Alas, with a save from FC’s Redmayne and a few wayward strikes from Farrell and Storm Roux, Sydney won the shootout and will progress to the next round at the expense of the Mariners.

While the team will no doubt be disappointed, this newly configured young squad has showed that it will be a force to be reckoned with come the start of the A-league season in October.

David Abrahams

Eastern Osprey chicks hatch on stadium tower top Central Coast Stadium management confirmed this week that there are three Eastern Osprey chicks in the nest of the osprey couple who have set up a home on the top of the light towers at Central Coast Stadium.

Stadium Assets and Operations Manager, Mick Magurren, caught a first glimpse of the chicks around lunchtime on Monday.

The August 1 hatchings have caught bird watchers by

surprise as initial estimates were that the nesting couple were expecting chicks around the middle of the month.

“Mum is keeping them wrapped up most of the day, but we got a first glimpse of the chicks today,” confirmed Mick.

“We can expect daily deliveries of fish to the nest from this point on as the family will get through eight to ten fish per day and the little ones will grow big and fluffy in quick time.“ “The chicks will be fully

developed before they leave the nest if we go by past experience.

The nesting pair have been named Rosie and Hutch by locals, and the news that the birds were expecting chicks created a great deal of interest on the Coast and among bird watchers and environmental groups.

See the first live pictures of the Osprey chicks can be viewed on the Central Coast Stadium social media page.

Eastern Osprey with three chicks at home at Central Coast Stadium.

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A most charitable birthday HORSE RACING August 1 is traditionally the birthday of all horses in the southern hemisphere (January 1 for northern hemisphere horses) – it was a little extra special for the horses under the care of Central Coast trainer Angela Davies.

The global standard horses’ birth date, which is based on the breeding season, is used to standardise the equine industry, notably horse racing, which uses the date to put

Angela Davies with one of her horses

horses in their age grades for races.

Davies was pleasantly surprised by the spontaneous generosity of a local op shop

that gifted her and her horses a series of pre-loved towels that she uses to keep the horses warm and dry at training on cold winter mornings.

“It was a lovely surprise when I came to the counter to buy the used towels, the counter staff said it was the horses’ birthday and the towels were gratis “I spend a good deal of money supporting our local op shops, like the big Salvos store at West Gosford,” said Davies “The gesture put a real smile on my face knowing the community cares, my horses will have a warm and dry training session this week as a result”.

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Faith leads Women’s Rugby to gold Image: Commonwealth Games Birmingham 2022 Women’s Ruby sevens team. Central Coast based Faith Nathan centre back.

RUGBY The Australian Rugby 7s Women’s team have won gold at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games with Berkely Vale’s Faith Nathan playing a lead role.

From Friday to Sunday, July 29 – 31, the Aussies logged the second highest points difference across four wins and one loss, ultimately performing when it really mattered to take out first place.

In the opening two Group Stage matches, they found

success against South Africa and Scotland with a combined total of 88 unanswered points.

However, staunch opposition came from Fiji and New Zealand, with Fiji defeating Australia in their final Group Stage match, 12 – 19.

After finishing second place

in Pool B, Australia played a Semi-Final against their ANZAC rivals, coming away with a 17 – 12 win that involved 12 unanswered point in the second half to take the lead after falling behind.

The Grand Final was against Fiji, who defeated Canada in

Semi-Final 2 by 24 – 7.

Australia rushed ahead with 17 unanswered points in the first half and ended the match ahead by 22 – 12.

Nathan was a crucial element behind Australia’s win, scoring four tries throughout the competition including the first

two tries of the Grand Final.

She played in all five matches across three days and earned a gold medal in her debut appearance at the Commonwealth Games.

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Two more medals for Kanwal’s Bradley Woodward SWIMMING Kanwal’s Bradley Woodward has won a bronze and silver medal at the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games in the 100m and 200m Backstroke events, on Saturday July 30 and Tuesday August 2.

Photo: @dellyphotoninja Bradley Woodward winning Silver in the 200m Backstroke event, August 3

In the former of these events, Woodward finished in 54.06 seconds, behind second place

Englishman Brodie Williams in 53.91 and first place South African Pieter Coetze in 53.78.

With 18 year old Coetze leading at the 50m turn and Williams 0.38 seconds behind in third, Woodward had to come from behind and overtake New Zealander Andrew Jeffcoat and claim the bronze medal.

Three days later, Woodward returned for the 200m race for a completed time of 1:56.41, overcoming Coetze in third

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place with 1:56.77 but again falling behind Williams who won gold with 1:56.40.

Woodward showed a strong start, initially leading Williams though remaining behind fellow English contender, Luke Greenbank (who finished fifth).

Williams overtook Woodward at the 100m mark and overtook a fatiguing Greenbank over the final 50m. Woodward held his position behind Williams with Coetze rushing late to fall in

close behind.

Woodward missed out on doubling his medal tally from the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games by 0.05 seconds, finishing in fourth place in the 50m Backstroke Final on Monday, August 1. Nonetheless, the Central Coast swimmer has a Commonwealth medal count of five, with one gold, three silver and one bronze.

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