Issue 234 of COAST Community News by Central Coast Newspapers

20 MARCH 2020

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3 new Covid-19 cases confirmed With five cases of COVID 19 now confirmed on the Coast and specialised testing clinics open at Gosford and Wyong Hospitals, residents are preparing for more coronavirus impacts on the region. Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) announced on March 13 that a female in her 30s had been diagnosed with the virus, with the diagnosis of a second woman, this time in her 40s, also confirmed on March 16. On March 18, three more cases were confirmed: a female in her 30s who attended a wedding at Tumbling Waters Retreat, Stanwell Tops, on March 6; and a male and female in their 70s who recently returned from overseas and were travelling companions of the second case announced on the Coast, a woman in her 40s also recently returned from overseas. A CCLHD spokesperson said staff were continuing daily wellness checks with all confirmed cases in the region, who remain in isolation and are doing well. Close contacts of all five have been contacted and asked to self-isolate. They are being contacted

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Cats of Australia stand accused of killing wildlife and not only do Central Coast councillors have them in their sights, but they want a unified national approach. See page 6

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Central Coast bus passengers could soon see front seats cordoned off and stand only zones pushed back, if the Transport Workers’ Union of NSW (TWU) gets its way. See page 5

every day to check that they are well and any who develop COVID-19 symptoms will be tested for the infection. CCLHD issued a reminder that all travellers returning or arriving from overseas must self-isolate for 14 days. NSW Health is continuing to

trace and respond to cases as they are diagnosed to slow any spread of COVID-19 in the community. Following the initial announcement, the CCLHD faced backlash from concerned community members for not providing more information about patient zero’s location or

movements, prompting a second statement. “Please be assured, NSW Health notifies the public of any locations where there has been a risk of infection,” the statement said. “This is so members of the public can monitor their

symptoms and seek medical assistance if they become unwell. “Anyone diagnosed with COVID-19 and their close contacts should go into selfisolation to ensure there is no ongoing risk of infection.

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Greyhound death revives calls for reform The Coalition for the Protection of Greyhounds (CPG) is calling for a major reform of the greyhound racing industry after a dog was euthanised following a meet at Gosford on March 10. Two-year-old Sapphire Jan was humanely put down after sustaining major leg injuries, according to a steward’s report. CPG National President, Dennis Anderson, said a collision between several dogs at the first turn during race two caused Sapphire Jan to fall. “She sustained a compound and comminuted fracture of the hind tibia, similar to those seen in a car accident and gunshot wounds, and was

euthanised,” Anderson said. “Unusually, the race stewards brought attention to the ‘delay in retrieving’ the injured greyhound by track staff. “Most injuries are treatable and a normal greyhound life expectancy is 12-14 years. “Twelve greyhounds have now been killed on NSW tracks this year, with 53 greyhounds killed nation-wide. “Also, in the 10 races at Gosford this year, 28 greyhounds have been injured.” Anderson said the greyhound racing industry was in need of urgent reform. Continued page 4

The Australian share market continued to slide this week in response to the global spread of the coronavirus and increasing concerns over the subsequent economic impact. See page 14

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Preparation works underway for 220,000 solar panel farm R

oadworks along Ruttleys Rd at Mannering Park have started in preparation for a huge solar farm on Delta Electricity land. Delta’s Company Secretary, Steve Gurney, said the road is currently being realigned to provide for a left turn into the ash dam property where the solar project will be installed. “A slight bend in the road will be straightened and these works should make it safe for both traffic turning into the ash dam and through traffic,” Gurney said. When roadworks are complete, there will be turning lanes from both directions into the property. The solar project is a power partnership between Enernet Global and Delta Electricity. Enernet will finance and construct the solar farm and sell the power to Delta, who will distribute it through the national

This solar farm at Moree is a similar size to the one to be built at Mannering Park electricity grid. and doing the studies the most appropriate firm within the 1,730ha Vales Point power station Delta will also use required to support an to build the project. power from the solar application to connect “Delta and Enernet are landholding. project in its retail the solar farm to the grid. also actively working The $75M project is business and ensuring a “Connection studies to finalise the site lease expected to create 100 significant contribution have progressed well and agreement, and Enernet construction jobs and to state and federal we expect to submit our expects site works to five full time ongoing government renewable application to AusGrid begin in late third quarter positions. energy targets. within a few weeks,” he of this calendar year,” The solar farm Gamble said. Enernet’s Chief said. is expected to be Operating Officer, “On the construction The solar field will be operational by the end of Simon Gamble, said planning side, we have on about 80ha of the the year. they were now working engaged widely with rehabilitated portion There will be about on preliminary designs contractors to identify of the 524ha ash dam,

220,000 solar panels which will generate enough electricity to power 20,000 homes annually and save 116,000 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions a year. Vales Point solar farm will have an estimated life of 30 years when it would be either rejuvenated or decommissioned. Solar projects are highly reversible after decommissioning, with all above ground infrastructure able to be removed. Over the next 18 years, Vales Point will be one of four NSW coal fired power stations to close and this transition to solar energy will add to NSW’s five major renewable power projects. Source: Media statement, Feb 28 Steve Gurney, Delta Electricity Media statement, Mar 2 Simon Gamble, Enernet Global Document, Jan 31, 2018 Environmental Impact Statement, State Significant Development 8533 NSW Department Environment & Planning Reporter: Sue Murray

Claimed Urban Congestion Fund rorts partially explained

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Controversy rages over roadworks expenditure on the Central Coast pledged prior to the 2019 Federal Election, with Member for Dobell, Emma McBride, claiming residents in the north of the region were “shortchanged” and Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks, maintaining that there was an even distribution of roadworks between the two

electorates. McBride said the marginal Liberal held seat of Robertson took over 94% of the $105M available for the Central Coast. “On February 24 in Question Time, I asked the Prime Minister why 94% of roads funding on the Central Coast went to the Liberal held seat of Robertson,” McBride said.

“Does the Prime Minister think the Central Coast’s traffic congestion stops at Wamberal? “Residents, commuters and business owners in the northern areas of the Coast will tell him otherwise.” McBride said the Labor party had written to the Auditor-General requesting an audit into the design, management and politicisation of the

Urban Congestion Fund, through which the money was made available. But Wicks said a total of $105M investment was pledged on the Central Coast, $35M of which was for additional commuter car parking at Gosford and Woy Woy train stations, with the rest to be spent on upgrades to 29 Central Coast roads. “The $70M Central

Coast Roads Package is being delivered in partnership with Central Coast Council, who routinely identify priority roads requiring upgrades,” she said. “Of the 29 Central Coast streets that were funded as an election commitment, 14 were in Dobell. “The funding allocation of Urban Congestion Fund projects are

decisions of the Federal Government and are not conducted through a competitive grants process.” An examination of the full table of roadworks approved, confirms that of the 29 projects earmarked, 14 are in Dobell, 14 in Robertson and 1 in the electorate of Swansea. Continued P4

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Erica Johnstone with one of the birthday joeys

Affectionately dubbed the Lucky Seven in 2019 after being bred into the Park’s

Koalas are thought to be on track to become completely extinct by 2050, with their numbers plummeting by a third between 1990 and 2010 due to habitat destruction, deforestation, fragmentation, cars and dogs.

The Park’s Mammal Keeper, Erica Johnstone, said staff were excited that the koala joeys were all growing up to be “healthy, happy individuals with unique personalities that are a part of an important breeding program here at the Australian Reptile Park”.

Following their eucalyptus leaf party, the joeys napped in their favourite spots for eighteen hours, as is customary for koalas after a big day.

Ratepayers from Point Clare to the Peninsula, Empire Bay and Killcare Heights, have reported muddy looking water pouring from the taps inside their homes, with numerous accounts on social media of

water not being fit to bathe or wash clothes in. Killcare Heights resident, Sharon McEvoy, is convinced that drinking the brownish water over recent weeks resulted in “the worst case of diarrhoea I have ever experienced”. “About a fortnight ago, I started to get really sick with diarrhoea and battled it for a week before going to the doctor, who conducted some tests,” she said. “He said tests had revealed aeromonas in my system and

that this usually resulted from contaminated water. “I was so weak I couldn’t even climb the stairs in my home without having to sit down at the top,” she said. “When you pour a glass of water, the discolouration isn’t as apparent, but when you fill a bathtub or handbasin, you can see how brown it is.” Since visiting the doctor, McEvoy has been only drinking bottled water. Continued P4

Recession looming for Coast? First it was bushfires and flooding, and now a combination of the Coronavirus, a slide in global oil prices and a sickening crash in the share market, threaten to plunge the Central Coast into recession.

Construction is expected to begin on the Terrigal boardwalk and viewing platform in April .

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Central Coast Council finished last financial year with a budget surplus of $62.4M, $14.9M more than it had budgeted for ($48.5M)

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Nuclear power debate resurrected

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Many people who have been suffering with brown water coming out of their taps for weeks in various areas of the region, are not convinced by assurances from Central Coast Council that the water is safe to drink, despite its colour.

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Member for Swansea, Yasmin Catley, has vowed to fight moves to repeal legislation banning uranium mining in NSW, which she says is the first step towards nuclear power plants in the State, with three Central Coast sites likely contenders.

A Prince Among Men and women too of course

What a comedy of errors. It all started with Boof’s winning goal for the Mariners last week and ended with him being elected to Council. See page 33

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“There will be a nuclear power station in my lifetime” - Taylor Martin, MLC

An Upper House inquiry into the Uranium Mining and Nuclear Facilities (Prohibitions) Repeal Bill 2019 has recommended repealing the original bill in its entirety. Although this would make it

first step towards that objective,” she said. “Potential nuclear power station sites were identified at Eraring, Vales Point and Munmorah in 2018, but nuclear is not the answer to the problem of climate change. “Nuclear is too expensive and too dangerous. “The future lies in large scale renewable energy projects that bring together wind, solar and other renewable technologies to meet our needs. Continued page 5

Call for lifeguards at Pearl Beach Pearl Beach Progress Association has called on Central Coast Council to provide lifeguards at Pearl Beach over the summer holidays.

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Source: Media release, Mar 4 Australian Reptile Park

Brown water safety concerns

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entral Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) has opened two Coronavirus testing clinics.

Avoca Lagoon is set to receive a $300,000 restoration as part of a $5.3M Central Coast waterways package.

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breeding program, the seven koala joeys have all been named after various Disney characters by their keepers. The joeys’ high social media profile has made them ambassadors for the koala species and raising awareness.

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The Australian Reptile park is celebrating seven of the world’s cutest animals, as a swathe of koala joeys turn one.

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Going, going ...

The Central Coast is set to join the elite set of socalled Gigabit Cities around the world with an announcement that is set to offer extreme internet speeds. See page 14 Woy Woy Philosophy Society

Missive #12: Do I exist?

“I think I’ve had an epiphany Joffa.” It wasn’t that unusual for Thommo to have an epiphany – sometimes he could have up to three a day. See page 33

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President Mr Peter Romey said the association supported the Pearl Beach Safety Advisory Group’s proposal to have dedicated

Wrong picture Peninsula News mistakenly published a picture of Southern Spirit women’s cricket team player Jessica Moody instead of team captain Sally Oman on page one of edition 488. The picture was incorrectly captioned as Sally Oman. Peninsula News apologises for any offence or embarrassment this may have caused. 13 Mar 2020

lifeguards patrol the beach. He said it would begin canvassing Central Coast Council. Safety Group member Mr Peter Toohey said the group wanted “to create a safer beach environment for everyone”. Mr Toohey said that Pearl Beach suffered from several issues that impacted user safety. He said many of them could be

lessened with the presence of a regular lifeguard. “At Pearl Beach, the currents and lack of shallow water can be a dangerous combination for poor swimmers and children,” Mr Toohey said. “Pearl Beach has considerably coarser sand and the quartz pearls produce a steep reflective beach, with waves surging up the beach,

making for a steep drop into deep water off the shore. “This results in dangerous situations, particularly from the middle to northern end of the beach. “We also experience added dangers from uncontrolled jet skiers, dogs on the beach, fishermen leaving bait, tackle and sometimes even fires.

“These all add to beach safety issues,” Mr Toohey said. He said Member for Gosford Ms Liesl Tesch had been approached for support and residents had been asked to write to Central Coast Council asking for a lifeguard service. SOURCE: Newsletter, 5 Mar 2020 Peter Romey, Pearl Beach Progress Association

Church sells for $1.43 million St Andrews church in Umina sold by auction for $1.43 million on March 5. The auction was “hotly contested” by six bidders and sold for $200,000 more than predicted by real estate agent Mr John Ienna. Hope Unlimited Church, which currently offers services at the

Peninsula Community Centre, placed the winning bid for the Ocean Beach Rd church. Mr Ienna, from Ray White Real Estate in Umina, said other bidders were a child care centre and four separate developers. SOURCE Interview (Sue Murray), 12 Mar 2020 John Ienna, Ray White Umina

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In a statement on March 13, a spokesperson for the CCLHD confirmed that clinics would open at Gosford and Wyong Hospitals on March 16 and 17 respectively, as part of the District’s ongoing response to diagnose and slow the spread of COVID-19 in the community. The Gosford clinic, located at 75 Holden St, is adjacent to the P2 car park. The Wyong clinic is located at Building C, opposite the Health Services Building. Both clinics will operate seven days a week, 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday, and 10am to 4pm on weekends. People who have developed cold and/ or flu-like symptoms who have returned from overseas in the last 14

days or who have been in contact of a confirmed case, should be tested for COVID-19 and should contact their GP or call Healthdirect on 1800 022 222 for advice in the first instance. People who have returned from China,

Iran, Italy or South Korea, or who have had close contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19 but are well, should self-isolate at home for 14 days and seek treatment only if they develop symptoms. People advised by their GP or Healthdirect

to undergo COVID-19 testing have an option to attend a number of testing centres on the Central Coast. Should people wish to attend the District’s Gosford or Wyong clinics, they need to call ahead to book an appointment.

Anyone who attends the clinic without a booking may be asked to wait or may be instructed to go home and return for an appointment. This is to minimise waiting times and the risk of infection to others. People who present with no symptoms or risk factors may be reassured that testing is not required and advised that they can return home. In line with this, people are urged to exercise good prevention practices including: staying home and away from other people if you are unwell with respiratory symptoms; following sneezing and coughing etiquette by covering coughs and sneezes with your elbow or coughing into a tissue and disposing of it; and, cleaning your hands regularly throughout the day with soap and water for 20 seconds or using an alcohol based hand rub.

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he Coast has its first confirmed cases of Coronavirus. The Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) confirmed on March 13 that a woman in her 30’s is the region’s first official COVID-19 diagnosis. In a statement, a spokesperson for the CCLHD said staff were undertaking daily wellness checks while she is in isolation at home and that the patient was doing well. They also confirmed an investigation into how the patient became infected was underway and that all her close contacts had been contacted and

Chief Executive, Dr Andrew Montague, Central Coast Health District advised to self-isolate. The spokesperson said the patient’s close contacts were also being

contacted daily by the CCLHD Public Health Unit to monitor their condition and will be promptly tested if they develop symptoms. In a statement on March 16, the CCHLD confirmed the second case. “The CCLHD is providing care for a woman in her 40’s who has been diagnosed with COVID-19 after recently returning from overseas,” the statement reads. The second woman is also in isolation at home with the same procedures being followed as in the first case. The cases are not believed to be related.

Moves to repeal legislation banning uranium mining in NSW. See page 3

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Debate continues over traffic chaos on Carters Rd See page 5

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WEDNESDAY, APR 1 Learn more about TUESDAY, APR 21 ‘To The Point’ free hearing with an lecture series with Dr RETREAT: Cultivating Central Coast Economic Show of superhuman implantable hearing Authenticity - A weekend James Dunk, Breakfast, strength - Australian system - FREE SUNDAY, MAR 29 of self-discovery Mingara Recreation Club, Green Point Christian acrobatic troupe Gravity information session, and inspiration, Ticketed, 7am College, 7:30pm and Other Myths: Gatsby High Tea, 3/40 Mann St, Gosford, Bamboo Buddha Free - registrations Backbone, 86-88 Mann 10:30am, to register Cafe Holgate, THURSDAY, APR 2 The Art House Wyong, required Friday Night Football With Street, Gosford, 1300 581 391 or Ticketed, 4 & 5/04, Ticketed, Fletch & Hindy, email info@ridbc.org.au Tickets to be 9am - 2:30pm 21 & 22/04, 8pm & 2pm WEDNESDAY, APR 8 Central Coast Leagues purchased prior, 2pm Club, Free, 6pm The Central Coast Series THURSDAY, MAR 26 The Italian Tenors, 0468 408 455 FRIDAY, APR 24 Climate Action Plan skate, scooter and The Ettalong Diggers Community BMX competition 2020, Community Workshops, Monty Python’s Avoca Beachside Markets, Ballroom, Ticketed, Mad Caddies 25th Lakelands Community Environment Network: Heazlett Park Foreshore, SPAMALOT - A One Eyed BATO Yard, 3:30pm, 4343 0111 Anniversary Tour, Mount Ettalong Entry is free and open to Man Theatre production, www.ettalongdiggers.com -Centre, 6pm - 8pm, Information Sesssions 9am - 2pm Central Coast Leagues Reserve Masterplan riders aged 5-24 The Art House Wyong, have you say online or & Nocturnal Club Gosford, Have your say, Ticketed, 26/03 - 28/03, TUESDAY, MAR 24 register your interest Bushwalks, - see if 20th Birthday Party Umina Surf Life Saving Ticketed, 8pm Health Franklin’s Chopper - yourvoiceourcoast.com 7:30pm sessions you’re eligble for FREE Celebrations, Club, 5pm - 7pm The Silencer, Road Safety – property management, SATURDAY, APR 25 The Central Coast Volunteer Central Coast Stadium, yourvoiceourcoast.com Laycock Street Community SATURDAY, APR 10 Scout hall Mcmasters On the Road 65Plus, Free entry, Theatre, Ticketed, Support Group: Mingara Recreation ANZAC Day Services 2020, beach, 6:30pm 10am - 2pm Home Instead Senior Care: 7:30pm Raising money for Italian Festival, March at Church St Terrigal Club, Free - Bookings 8:30pm www.centralcoaststadium. Easter Morning Tea, Guide Dogs Ettalong Beach Tourist - 5:15am, Dawn Service at essential, 10:15am com.au 4349 4756 Camp Breakaway San fundraising stalls, Resort, 10 & 11/04, Terrigal Beach - 5:30am, 4350 5387 www.cen.org.au/events Remo, 9:30am Wyoming Shopping Centre 9am - 4pm

With five cases of COVID 19 now confirmed on the Coast and specialised testing clinics open at Gosford and Wyong Hospitals, residents are preparing for more coronavirus impacts on the region. Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) announced on March 13 that a female in her 30s had been diagnosed with the virus, with the diagnosis of a second woman, this time in her 40s, also confirmed on March 16. On March 18, three more cases were confirmed: a female in her 30s who attended a wedding at Tumbling Waters Retreat, Stanwell Tops, on March 6; and a male and female in their 70s who recently returned from overseas and were travelling companions of the second case announced on the Coast, a woman in her 40s also recently returned from overseas. A CCLHD spokesperson said staff were continuing daily wellness checks with all confirmed cases in the region, who remain in isolation and are doing well. Close contacts of all five have been contacted and asked to self-isolate. They are being contacted

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Construction is expected to begin on the Terrigal boardwalk and viewing platform in April . See page 9

Business every day to check that they are well and any who develop COVID-19 symptoms will be tested for the infection. CCLHD issued a reminder that all travellers returning or arriving from overseas must self-isolate for 14 days. NSW Health is continuing to

symptoms and seek medical assistance if they become unwell. “Anyone diagnosed with COVID-19 and their close contacts should go into selfisolation to ensure there is no ongoing risk of infection. Continued page 4

The Central Coast is set to join the elite set of socalled Gigabit Cities around the world with an announcement that is set to offer extreme internet speeds. See page 14 Woy Woy Philosophy Society

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“I think I’ve had an epiphany Joffa.” It wasn’t that unusual for Thommo to have an epiphany – sometimes he could have up to three a day. See page 33

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Secondary school college to make way for regional library

A new regional library is planned for the Parkside site at 123 Donnison St (This is a design concept, not the final plan)

ET Australia is making plans to relocate its secondary school college to make way for a regional library planned for its current site at 123 Donnison St, Gosford. The college currently rents premises in the Central Coast Council owned Parkside building, which Council has determined to demolish, with the site to be used for its new Regional Library and Innovation Hub, set for construction in 2021.

Council confirmed the site in December, 2019, but pushed demolition and construction works back until February, 2021, to provide ample time for tenants to relocate. An application has been made to the NSW Planning Department to issue Secretary’s Environmental Assessment Requirements (SEARS) for a proposed relocation of the ET Australia college to two premises, at 125 Donnison St and 171 Mann St. ET Australia Secondary College (ETASC) opened in

2013 and is currently in its 8th year of operation on the Coast. It is registered and accredited by the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) as a Year 7 to Year 10 independent special assistance high school, offering students an opportunity to make a fresh start in an independent Secondary College which is different to traditional schools. ETASC is an independent special assistance school where the majority of students have social and emotional difficulties and have

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experienced difficulties at other schools. The proposal would see Year 7-10 students relocated to a site in the Imperial Centre, with 125 Donnison St housing Year 11 and 12 students on a refurbished upper level. The lower level already contains ET Australia’s Adult Training College, with a commercial tenant on the first floor set to vacate in August. A site in the Imperial Centre would become home to 170 students and 35 staff members

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anticipates consulting with Central Coast Council, the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment, Roads and Maritime Services, Transport NSW and surrounding landowners in preparing an Environmental Impact Statement for the project. Source: Agenda item 4.9 Central Coast Council meeting, Dec 9, 2019 Media statement, Dec 10, 2019 Central Coast Council NSW Department of Planning website, Mar 10

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Three new Covid-19 cases confirmed From page 1 “A close contact is someone who has been face to face for at least 15 minutes or been in the same closed space for at least two hours. “Locations where these cases live, work or have visited do not pose any ongoing risk to the public. “Publishing private details, such as the location of individuals diagnosed, is a

breach of privacy and serves no public health benefit.” Meanwhile, clinics testing people with risk factors for COVID-19 are now operational at both Gosford and Wyong Hospitals. The Gosford clinic, located at 75 Holden St, is adjacent to the P2 car park. The Wyong clinic is located at Building C, opposite the Health Services Building.

Both clinics will operate seven days a week, 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday, and 10am to 4pm on weekends. CCLHD advises that people who have developed cold and/ or flu-like symptoms and have returned from overseas in the last 14 days or are a contact of a confirmed case, should be tested. They are advised to contact their GP or call Healthdirect on 1800 022 222 for advice in the

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rub. CCLHD says you should also avoid anyone with cold or flulike symptoms and stay at home if you are sick. Meanwhile, the State Government announced $700M in extra health funding as part of its $2.3B stimulus package on March 17. The government says the extra funds will assist in doubling ICU capacity, preparing for additional COVID-19 testing, purchasing additional ventilators and medical equipment, establishing acute respiratory clinics and diverting elective surgeries to private hospitals. Source: Press releases, March 13, 16, 17 and 18 Central Coast Local Health District NSW Government website, Mar 17

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From page 1 “Greyhounds are suffering death and injury on a daily basis and it shows no sign of stopping,” he said. “The only way to end their suffering is to ban greyhound racing. “Until that happens, CPG has developed a five-point plan to reform the racing industry.” The demands are: whole-oflife tracking of a greyhound; funding of sanctuaries; safer tracks (with an emphasis on straight tracks and six-dog races); a reduction in breeding; and, increased penalties for mistreatment “It costs around $4,000 to treat the typical fractured leg that greyhounds suffer when

racing, and the greyhounds have often earned many times that amount,” Anderson said. “So to kill them just doesn’t make sense and shows that profit has precedence over animal welfare.” Anderson said both the RSPCA and the Australian Veterinary Association had publicly stated that they’re against greyhound racing. “Given how these dogs suffer for entertainment, it’s hardly surprising that these two respected groups have spoken out,” he said. Source: Media release, Mar 17 Dennis Anderson, The Coalition for the Protection of Greyhounds Steward’s Report, Mar 10

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Bus companies to create a healthy travel environment Central Coast bus passengers could soon see front seats cordoned off and stand only zones pushed back, if the Transport Workers’ Union of NSW (TWU) gets its way. With the coronavirus situation escalating, the union is calling for a 1.5m buffer zone to be provided around all bus drivers and is working with bus operators on implementing the measure. TWU State Secretary, Richard Olsen, said no real plan had yet been produced by the State Government for the safety of bus drivers and their passengers. “The TWU is now responding to recommendations by health regulators to calls for social distancing,” he said. “We are calling on the Government to properly take on their safety responsibilities for the private and public bus networks around the state for the further protection of bus drivers in their workplace.” Olsen said the union wanted to see a 1.5m exclusion or buffer zone established around the driver of any bus through the blocking off of the first row of passenger seats in buses,

The Transport Workers Union wants to see a 1.5m buffer zone around all drivers

and a push back of the standing zone line in the aisle towards the rear of the first row of seats. “The above measures, (as well as) our previously reported cash handling ban, must be implemented in both the private and public bus networks around the State, and Transport for NSW must consult with operators and bus drivers on how to make this happen,” he said. “Safety measures must be on all buses and coaches, not just buses operating under Transport for NSW contracts. “The TWU and our members see that rear door loading, on buses fitted with front and rear doors, is an incredibly dangerous option for the safety of passengers. “The loading of buses by the rear door should only occur in specific sites and with full

supervision at the entry point by a marshall or guide provided by Transport for NSW. “Bus drivers are a public facing and integral part of our public transport system. “This action protects both the drivers in their workplace and the travelling public. “It is critical that the Government and employers fulfil their duties of care under the Work Health and Safety Act to make sure transport workers are safe in their workplace.” While neither Busways nor Red Bus Services would confirm the measures would be introduced on the Coast, both companies report escalated safety procedures. A spokesperson for Red Bus Services said the company was “following instructions from Transport for NSW”. The company’s website

outlines a range of directives saying people should not board a bus if: they have been diagnosed with Covid-19; have come into contact with anyone affected by Covid-19; have travelled overseas in the past 14 days or come into contact with anyone who has; or display cold symptoms including cough, sore throat, low grade fever, nasal congestion, runny nose and sneezing. In addition to regular cleaning, the company is also regularly disinfecting air conditioner filters, wiping down handrails with disinfectant and mopping bus floors. A spokesperson from Busways’ Safety and Operations teams said Busways takes the safety of drivers and passengers very seriously and is undertaking a range of protective measures in response to the coronavirus to keep drivers and passengers as safe as possible. “In particular we are implementing measures to encourage passengers to respect our drivers’ 1.5m social distancing and encouraging the public to keep a safe distance from each other,” the spokesperson said.

“We are also calling on all Central Coast customers to be prepared to pay their bus fare via contactless payment, using either an Opal card or their credit/debit card, to reduce direct contact via cash handling. “Our depots are taking extreme care in maintaining our high standard of hygiene and cleanliness on our buses, with additional regular disinfectant cleaning of our bus fleet and special attention to touchpoints like door handles, railings, seat frames and hand hold areas. “Busways is asking for patience, kindness and cooperation from our Central Coast passengers as we work together to create a healthy travel environment on our buses during this time.” The company said it was implementing measures encouraging passengers to be mindful of safe social distancing from bus drivers and refrain from speaking to drivers at close range, including onboard notices and communications. Drivers are also being provided with hand sanitiser. Transport for NSW is urging commuters to plan ahead and

consider travelling outside peak hours where possible. Minister for Transport, Andrew Constance, said that while staff have boosted maintenance and cleaning efforts on the network, customers need to also take extra precautions. “First and foremost we ask you to please stay home and avoid travel altogether if you are unwell,” he said. “Sick people in close proximity to others is causing the global spread of the virus, so travelling outside of crowded peak hours can help reduce the chances of transmission.” He said Transport for NSW was working closely with NSW Health and other Government agencies, as well as external operators statewide to ensure the safety of customers. “Practicing good hand hygiene is crucial for staff and customers, particularly after coming in contact with handles, rails, buttons and windows, which people need to use,” he said. Source: Media release, Mar 17 Transport Workers Union Red Bus Services website Media statements, March 18 Red Bus Services and Busways Transport for NSW website

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Two motions put to the National General Assembly of Local Government Cats of Australia stand accused of killing wildlife and not only do Central Coast councillors have them in their sights, but they want a unified national approach. The Council has put forward a motion to the National General Assembly of Local Government that there be a national implementation of a cat curfew. The curfew would protect native animals, the motion says, “recognising that nationally. millions of native animals are lost, and that state and local borders are no barrier to cats”. The motion comes a few months after Council agreed to consider options for the introduction of a cut curfew locally to reduce the impact of roaming cats. That report is due back some time in the first half of 2020.

The only thing that might save the cats from an ugly debate over their right to roam is cancellation or postponement due to the coronavirus of the national general assembly in Canberra scheduled for June 14-17. Cr Greg Best put forward the motion to the council meeting on March 9, and it was agreed to send it to the general assembly. A second motion put forward by Cr Louise Greenaway will also be sent to the general assembly for consideration for the agenda. Her motion relates to water restrictions. She hopes the general assembly will agree to write to the Water Services Association of Australia to initiate discussions around standardising water restrictions.

She wants the definition of each level consistent in each council area, regardless of whether that area is serviced by a council or by a water authority or water corporation. Council agreed unanimously to send the two motions by the deadline of March 27 to go on the agenda for the conference. Mayor Lisa Matthews, Councillors Greg Best, Chris Burke, Rebecca Gale, Louise Greenaway, Bruce McLachlan, Jilly Pilon, Jane Smith, Jeff Sundstrom and possibly Doug Vincent (subject to availability) all put their hands up to attend the event. It is the 26th annual conference and the theme is “Working together for our communities”. Funding for councillor attendance forms part of the budget of the adopted Operational Plan for the 20192020 year.

Attendance would fall under the Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy. Council sets aside $12,000 per Councillor annually in its budget to facilitate professional development of Councillors through programs, training, education courses, conferences, seminars and membership of professional bodies. “Council is committed to ensuring its councillors are up to date with contemporary issues facing council, the community and local government in NSW. Provision for attendance at conferences and seminars is provided as part of Professional Development,” a report to the March 9 meeting stated. Source: Item 3.8 Central Coast Council meeting, Mar 9

No public forum or attendance at next Council meeting There will be no public forum or attendance at the Central Coast Council meeting on March 23 in view of the coronavirus situation. Mayor, Lisa Matthews, has called an Extraordinary Meeting to replace the scheduled ordinary meeting 6.30pm, at Wyong Council Chambers. “Despite the current environment, there is business of Council that must progress, and we want to ensure this occurs with the safety of our staff and community being a

priority,” Cr Matthews said. She said the decision aligned with a NSW Health direction regarding social distancing and a shortened agenda would “minimise the risk to councillors and staff”. “Given the current climate, it is in the best interest of councillors, staff and members of the public to not progress with a public forum or public attendance, as attendance may put health at risk,” Cr Matthews said. “Members of the public can view the meeting on webcast, and I encourage them to do so.

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“Whilst it is important to hear from our community on the matters being discussed, the health and safety of our

community is paramount.” Cr Matthews said a longerterm plan for future Council meetings was being discussed. “We are currently experiencing a situation that we have not encountered before and as leaders of the community, we believe that taking measures to protect our community and ourselves against the spread of COVID-19 is vital,” she said. Cr Matthews said: “COVID-19 is having an increasing impact on the NSW community and the medical advice is rapidly evolving.

Cr Matthews said the council was taking a “precautionary approach” and working collaboratively with the Local Health District to implement strategies to minimise COVID-19 transmission throughout the community. “Council has placed signage in our Gosford and Wyong offices to assist staff and visitors of the necessary precautions to take in reducing the risk of transmission and exposure,” she said. “We will also make hand sanitiser available at all Council hosted events, including

citizenship ceremonies. Meanwhile, Council has suspended the delivery of all library programs, events and outreach services until at least April 30. This includes the home library service, Bookmobile and school holiday program. Gwandalan Library Link will also be temporarily closed but all other branches will continue to operate for now. Source: Media releases, Mar 13, 16 and 17 Central Coast Council

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TAKING ACTION ON CLIMATE CHANGE Investing in renewables Lower emissions Australia’s emissions are falling1

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• Emissions are more than 12% lower than in 2005.

• In 2019, Australia’s investment (per capita) in renewable energy was greater than the USA, Japan and the UK, and more than triple the (per capita) investment of Germany, China, France and Denmark.4

• Australia’s emissions are lower than in 2013, when the Coalition came into Government. • Emissions per capita are at their lowest level in 29 years, reduced by 41% since 1990.2

• Australia has the world’s highest (per capita) uptake of rooftop solar.5 Nearly one in four Australian homes have solar on their roof.

Australia is lowering emissions • Australia’s 2030 target is for a 26 – 28% reduction (on 2005 levels).

Snowy 2.0 and Battery of the Nation • The Morrison Government is investing $1.4 billion in the largest pumped hydro projects in the southern hemisphere – Snowy 2.0 and Tasmania’s Battery of the Nation and an interconnector. • These will generate enough storage to power around one million homes.

• On a per capita basis, that’s a reduction of 50 – 52%. This is more than the European Union, Germany, Canada, New Zealand or Japan have committed to over the same period.3

Climate Solutions Fund • The $2 billion Climate Solutions Fund supports practical projects, like capturing methane from landfill and storing carbon in forests and soils. New Technology

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Coast Shelter unable to accept food donations

Mystery dumping charge not explained Central Coast Council has reassured residents that weighbridges at its waste management facilities are regularly maintained and calibrated, following concerns raised by Green Point resident, Ron Clark, who says staff attempted to charge him $27 for dumping no rubbish at Kincumber tip. “On March 8, I loaded up my ute with a load of broken up and dried concrete and headed for Kincumber tip,” Clark said. “I drove through the weighbridge, but when I saw that the cost was close to $130 a tonne to dump, I thought better of it. “I decided to not unload, but to drive to a concrete recycling facility at Wyong, where I knew the fee would be less. “So I just turned around and headed back out via the second weighbridge. “But when I got to the window, the they tried to charge me $27 for unloading nothing.”

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Clark said he refused to pay and after some discussion left the tip and headed for Wyong, where he was able to dump his concrete for a fee of $40 a tonne. “I was concerned because staff seemed to be under the impression that I had unloaded something,” he said. “But if the weighbridges were calibrated, it should have shown me at the same weight going out as coming in.” Clark said his worry was that if the weighbridges are not registering correct weights, other residents could be being

overcharged for dumping household waste. But a Council spokesperson said all weighbridges were “regularly maintained and calibrated in accordance with standards. “Council’s waste management facilities have standard gate fees for different types of waste,” the spokesperson said. “The price is charged per tonne and there is a minimum charge for a transaction. “If a customer doesn’t drop any material off due to changing their mind, and there are no services rendered, they won’t be charged a fee. “If (Mr Clark) would like to contact our customer service centre and provide details of their vehicle registration, date, and time of entry, Council staff can review the situation.” Source: Interview, Mar 9 Ron Clark Media statement, Mar 12 Central Coast Council

For the first time in its 27 years of operation, Coast Shelter at Gosford is about to run out of food. The charitable organisation, which looks out for homeless and at-risk people in the region, has launched a funding appeal to help it support the community during the coronavirus pandemic. CEO Rachel Willis said the last couple of weeks had been “incredibly challenging”. “The coronavirus pandemic is being felt most harshly by people doing it tough, particularly the people and communities that we support at Coast Shelter,” she said. “We want to keep everyone safe and manage the risk of infection, which is why we can’t accept food donations at this time. “The safety and wellbeing of our community and continuation of our services are our top priorities. “We know that not everyone has spare funds at the moment and that times are

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unpredictable, but a few dollars to put towards essential food would be the best gift we could receive. “For $10 we could provide a family with a meal.” To help keep its doors open, Coast Shelter has launched its givit19 revolution appeal and is

asking for online donations. You can donate at www. givenow.com.au/crowdraiser/ public/givit19forcoastshelter Source: Media release, Mar 19 Coast Shelter CEO, Rachel Willis

Council announces a number of changes to many services Central Coast announced a changes to view of the pandemic.

Council has number of services in coronavirus

Chief Executive Officer, Gary Murphy, said Council’s priority was the health of staff and the community and continuing to deliver essential services. However,he said,interruptions to some non-essential Council services were inevitable as the situation changes. “Increased cleaning services are in place across facilities open to the public and notification to community

about health information is available at all venues,” Murphy said. “We have work continuity plans in place for our workforce, including restrictions to working to one workplace, limited face-to-face meetings, remote working from home capability and ability to scale down some service areas, as required, due to staff unavailability.” Murphy said all non-essential Council run programs, workshops, activities, events and library programs are cancelled until April 30.

Gosford Regional Gallery program changes include the cancellation of the opening night events for the Emerging 2020 and the Moran Contemporary Photographic Prize and Coastal Sanctuaries, gallery tours and the Edogawa Commemorative Garden, with exhibitions continuing to be open to the public. Performances at Laycock St Community Theatre and The Art House Wyong are postponed or cancelled until the end of April, including the current production of Mamma Mia. Pelican feeding at The

Entrance is closed until April 1 due to the unavailability of Marine Rescue staff following their organisation protocol to restrict person-to-person fundraising activities. Also cancelled are: Youth Week and School holiday activities; Flavours by the Sea on March 21; all public Anzac Day commemoration services as announced by RSL NSW; Live Well Central Coast, March 28-April 5; Summer series; waterfront performers at The Entrance; and Central Coast Country Music Festival. Central Coast Stadium

A-League games will be closed to the public this weekend (March 20-22). The NRL Game scheduled has also been moved to Sydney and is closed to the public. Sporting competitions of large group participants at leisure centres are also cancelled. Our staff are currently assessing other events and programs following the Federal Government’s recent announcement to ban large indoor gatherings of more than 100 people, and Council will provide an update on how this

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impacts Council services as soon as possible. All non-essential Council run programs and library outreach services are cancelled until April 30. Council-run Senior Centres at Ettalong and Gosford and community managed Senior Centres at Toukley and Terrigal are closed until April 14. Gwandalan Library Link at the Community Hall Gwandalan is closed until further notice. Source: Media release, Mar 18 Central Coast Council

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Mangrove Mountain residents to develop bushfire policy specific to the area Residents in the Mangrove Mountain District are setting up a special group to arrive at a bushfire policy specific to the area, in the wake of devastating bushfires in December, 2019. Convenor, Neil BerecryBrown, said the Mountain Area Deliberative Assembly (MADA) was all about protecting residents and assets in the district and the greater Central Coast. “Should we be faced with circumstances, as we have been recently, where we are threatened with catastrophic wildfires, we need to have a plan in place, and a policy containing measures that will reduce the threat and mitigate the severity of fire and other natural disasters,” BerecryBrown said.

“By all accounts, we were very lucky this time with the Three Mile fire. “Lucky that fortunate wind shifts intervened, and with RFS help, stopped the bushfire continuing eastward, as it did in 1994.” Berecry-Brown said that when fires threaten, the Mountain Districts area is often the Front Line. “How we manage our area is critical not only for our lives, homes and livelihoods, but also the welfare of all those who live on the Central Coast to our east,” he said. “We know this from analyses of historic fire patterns. “We urgently need a location specific plan, taking into account our unique geography, ecology, population patterns, cultural and heritage assets, infrastructure, soil types etc.,

adapted to anticipated climatic conditions.” Berecry-Brown said a Deliberative Assembly (or citizen’s assembly as it is sometimes called) was a tried and effective means of reaching consensus on important public issues. “It is a grassroots forum for discussion and decision making, informed by the input of expert information on key

considerations,” he said. “People generally like this approach because it is inclusive and participatory, and consensual rather than adversarial. “It is non-political and found to be more effective than the usual round of being consulted and then ignored.” Berecry-Brown said nominations were welcome from all ages, backgrounds,

education levels and experience levels. He said experts with information on all relevant subjects would provide members with the facts needed to come up with a plan. “These could include cultural burning practitioners, RFS, local ‘old-timers’, SES, environmentalists, farmers, fire behaviour experts, local and state government officials and climate scientists,” he said. “Progress towards a plan will be enormously benefited by the support of Graham Swain and John Travers, both of whom have decades of expertise and experience with fires. “Their report to Gosford Council on bushfire risks to the Mangrove Creek Dam contains thoroughly researched information and vitally relevant knowledge.”

Berecry-Brown said a steering group had been formed to oversee convening the Assembly and setting an initial agenda. “The deliberative assembly will be gathered when all expressions of interest are received,” he said. Berecry-Brown said the names of all nominees would go in a draw, with assembly members chosen by random selection. “We need to act now to prepare a long term plan for our protection and welfare. Nominations are invited at neilbrown2@me.com Source: Media release, Mar 8 Neil Berecry-Brown, Convenor, Mountain Area Deliberative Assembly

Internal Ombudsman’s report to date back to 2012 Real estate agent and The Entrance Ward independent Central Coast councillor, Bruce McLachlan, wants to know what skeletons are in the cupboard before making up his mind about whether to stand again as a candidate in the Local Government elections, which will be held in September. Cr McLachlan and Liberal Councillor Jilly Pilon called on Council to request the CEO, Gary Murphy, to provide councillors with a report on the

activity of the internal ombudsman’s office. The internal ombudsman deals with low level complaints, misconduct and theft, for example. Director of Governance, Dr Liz Develin, said a high level report could be made public, but investigation details would be confidential. She said any allegations of corruption would go to ICAC, and those referrals did not go out to the public domain. Councillors unanimously supported the idea, with Cr

Louise Greenaway expanding the scope of the report. Crs McLachlan and Pilon simply wanted information relating to this Council’s term, with Cr Pilon wanting a briefing on March 30. The two councillors noted that the previous Wyong Council was often criticised for perceived lack of public disclosure and alleged secretive dealings, with many councillors campaigning on increased transparency. “In the interest of this transparency, and to gain an

understanding of the role, councillors should now be provided with a report of workings of their internal ombudsman’s office,” they said. But Cr Greenaway said the report should go back to 2012, to include the former Gosford and Wyong Councils, including the period of administration of Central Coast Council. She pushed back the report to April 30. The vote was unanimous. In October 28, 2019, council voted to develop a dedicated

Internal Ombudsman webpage describing the role and how the community could interact. It said it would introduce routine reporting by the internal ombudsman. At an earlier meeting in July, 2019, then Mayor, now Deputy Mayor, Jane Smith, had attempted to establish an integrity and ethical standards unit to investigate and resolve complaints. In October, 2019, a report returned to the councillors with input from the audit, risk and improvement committee which

did not believe that Council needed an Integrity and Ethical Standards Unit. Instead, the staff recommended an increase in the internal ombudsman function and transparency. Council adopted that recommendation. The webpage promoting the internal ombudsman is not yet on the council website. Source: Central Coast Council meetings February 24, 2020, October 28 and July 22, 2019 Reporter: Merilyn Vale

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Club and church to benefit from Stronger Country Communities Fund Terrigal Wamberal Rugby League Club and Hardys Bay Community Church will benefit from Round 3 of the State Government’s Stronger Country Communities Fund. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, said the funding would benefit clubs and organisations, as well as the wider Central Coast community. “The Terrigal Wamberal Rugby League Club is based at Brendan Franklin Oval and has been a launching pad for many NRL players over the past few

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The Senate’s Environment and Communications References Committee was due to hold a public hearing on March 17 into the impact of seismic testing on fisheries and the marine environment. Due to concerns about the spread of the coronavirus, the committee decided to postpone non-essential meetings, including the hearing. “The committee was particularly concerned about putting witnesses’ well being at risk through travel and participation in public meetings,” Senior Research Officer, Monica Sheppard, said. “The committee intends to reschedule the hearing but has not yet decided on a revised date.” Witnesses included speakers

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years,” Crouch said. “The Club will receive $250,000 to install footpaths, a spectator bench, shade areas and sandstone blocks. “At Hardys Bay Community Church, the 100-year-old gabled metal roof will be replaced and re-sheeted thanks to $51,443 in new funding. “In addition to providing a meeting space for the church community, this facility is also used for school dance classes, exercise classes, playgroups, fundraisers and social functions.” Deputy Premier and Minister

from: the Living Ocean Incorporated; Environmental Defenders Office; the Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies (who were ringing in); the Commercial Fishermen’s Co-Op; the Professional Fishermen’s Association; Central Coast Council; Protect our Coast Alliance and Save Our Coast. In a submission already received by the inquiry, Protect Our Coast Alliance said seismic testing along a stretch of biodiverse and pristine waters between Port Stephens, along Newcastle and the Central Coast, down to Sydney’s Northern Beaches, was the immediate concern of the Alliance. “If Advent Energy’s seismic testing finds accessible gas and oil reserves, it will then look to extract those resources,” the submission said. “This will create a new industrial fossil fuels industry

in our treasured ocean.” In September 2019, the Senate referred the matter to the Environment and Communications References Committee for inquiry and a report by May 14. The committee is inquiring into the impact of seismic testing on fisheries and the marine environment, with particular reference to: the body of science and research into the use of seismic testing; the regulation of seismic testing in both Commonwealth and state waters; the approach taken to seismic testing internationally; and, any other related matters. The closing date for submissions closed in December. Source Press Release, March 16 Senate Environment and Communications Committee Parliament of Australia website, March 16

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Fatal truck crash on M1 A truck driver has died after his truck rolled and caught alight on the M1 at Mount Kuring Gai. Emergency services were called to the southbound lanes of the M1, near the Church St overpass, at about 2:30am on Tuesday, March 17. On arrival, officers found a B-double that had crashed into the overhead bridge pylon and rolled before catching on fire, burning a load of wool that it

was transporting. The driver’s body was found inside the prime mover. Officers from Kuring Gai Police Area Command established a crime scene and a full investigation is underway. The incident caused major delays across the Central Coast and Greater Sydney area for several hours.

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Source: Press release, Mar 17 NSW Police Media

Operation Lock It finds 600 vehicles identified as high risk Brisbane Water Police have amped up their attempts to curb thefts involving motor vehicles in their district using some good old fashioned leg power. Officers from the Northern High Visibility Unit, Crime Prevention Unit and the Police and Transport Command, took to the streets on Tuesday, March 17, to conduct Operation Lock It, following a high number of steal from and stolen motor vehicle offences being reported around Gosford, Narara, Erina,

Avoca and Wamberal. The high visibility operation saw officers distribute thousands of crime prevention vehicle safety brochures in target areas, while more than 600 vehicles were identified as high risk due to being left unlocked, or having valuables left in clear sight within the vehicle. Brisbane Water Crime CoOrdinator, Detective Acting Sergeant Rowena Thompson,

said this is a timely reminder for all Central Coast locals to ‘lock it’ and keep their property safe. “Stealing from a car is usually a crime of opportunity, so leaving your valuables in view can invite unwanted attention. “Always try to park in a well lit or populated area, and always lock your doors and windows when out of your car,” Act Sgt Thompson said. Source: Website, Mar 18 Brisbane Water Police District

Police are looking for Vincent Cusumano NSW Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a man wanted on an outstanding warrant. Vincent Cusumano, 21, is wanted by virtue of an arrest warrant for drug, firearms and weapons offences. Detectives from the State Crime Command’s Criminal Groups Squad commenced inquiries into his whereabouts and are now appealing for public assistance to locate him.

Cusumano is described as being of Caucasian appearance, between 180-190cm tall, with brown hair and brown eyes. He is known to frequent the Central Coast. Source: Website, Mar 17 NSW Police Force

Mobile phone detection program warning period completed Central Coast drivers are warned that if they are caught on camera using their mobile phone while behind the wheel, they could receive a $344 fine, or a $457 fine in a school zone, and five demerit points. The grace period of three months following the introduction of mobile phone detection cameras ended at the end of February, with more than 192 warning letters sent

to drivers on the Central Coast alone. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, said cameras had been deployed to unmarked strategic locations around the Coast during the warning period, with 25,118 vehicles checked in the region. “Research has found that illegally using a mobile phone while driving is associated with

at least a four-fold increase in the risk of having a crash in which someone is killed or seriously injured,” Crouch said. “Texting while driving increases the crash risk even further. “I would say to any driver who thinks they can continue to put the safety of themselves, their passengers and the community at risk, you have been warned and you will face consequences.” More than 9.2 million vehicles

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Testing clinic opens at Wyong

Moves to repeal legislation Testing clinic opens at Wyong banning uranium mining in NSW Central Health The Coast has its first confirmed Member for Swansea, Yasmin Anyone who attends entral Coast Coast Local the clinic without a Local Health Catley, has vowed District (CCLHD) has opened two cases of Coronavirus. booking may be asked to to fight moves to District (CCLHD) has wait or may be instructed opened two clinics. Coronavirus testing repeal legislation banning uranium to go home and return for Coronavirus testing an appointment. Moves to repeal mining in NSW, which she says clinics. This is to minimise legislation banning is thetimesfirst step nuclear In a statement on March waiting and the risk towards uranium mining 13, a spokesperson for of infection to others. NSW. with power plants in the instate, the CCLHD confirmed People who present Two confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Coast

that clinics would open at Gosford and Wyong Hospitals on March 16 and 17 respectively, as part of the District’s ongoing response to diagnose and slow the spread of COVID-19 in the community. The Gosford clinic, located at 75 Holden St, is adjacent to the P2 car park. The Wyong clinic is located at Building C, opposite the Health Services Building. Both clinics will operate seven days a week, 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday, and 10am to 4pm on weekends. People who have developed cold and/ or flu-like symptoms who have returned from overseas in the last 14

Drug summit to tackle the issue of drug use on the Central Coast

Debate continues over traffic chaos on Carters Rd

Wyong resident, Wayne Hodges, has convened a National Drug Summit that he hopes will unite all three levels of government, as well as relevant local stakeholders and agencies, to tackle the issue of

State Member for Swansea, Yasmin Catley, says both the State Government and Central Coast Council have turned a blind eye to traffic chaos on Carters Rd, Lake Munmorah.

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in contact of a confirmed Final report on 2017 review of case, should be tested the Airport (Restrictions) Act for COVID-19 and should their GP or call will remaincontact secret Healthdirect on 1800 022 222 for advice in2017 the first The final report from the instance. review of the Warnervale Airport People who have China, (Restrictions) Act returned will fromremain secret.

with no symptoms or risk factors may be reassured that testing is not required and advised that they can return home. In line with this, people are urged to exercise good prevention practices including: staying home and away from other people if you are unwell with respiratory symptoms; following sneezing and coughing etiquette by covering coughs and sneezes with your elbow or coughing into a tissue and disposing of it; and, cleaning your hands regularly throughout the day with soap and water for 20 seconds or using an alcohol based hand rub.

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Zoning allowsNews an over-50s residential home park but not a retirement village Oak Tree Retirement Villages has withdrawn its development application to build 50 villas for seniors’ accommodation at Lake Munmorah. Debate continues over traffic chaos on Carters Rd

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Airport seen as a major tourism Ourimbah designated as a Local Centre not a Town Centre opportunity Increased tourism from a closer formal relationship with Newcastle Airport will be a focus of Central Coast Council.

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Ourimbah Region Residents Source: Association (ORRA) has been Press release, Mar 13 Central Coast Health reassured by Central Coast Council that the town’s “village” status will be retained in forward planning policies. to ensure there is no

Two confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Coast

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that a woman in her 30’s is the region’s first official COVID-19 diagnosis. In a statement, a spokesperson for the CCLHD said staff were undertaking daily wellness checks while EDITION 490 she is in isolation at home and that the patient was doing well. They also confirmed an investigation into how the patient became infected was underway and that all her close contacts had been contacted and

Chief Executive, Dr Andrew Montague, Central Coast Health District

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Clydesdale horse Wellington has Umina Community Group is paid a second visit to a Woy Woy seeking volunteers to participate aged care centre on March 9. in the rejuvenation of Guyangil (Gwung-gil) Park.

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Call for lifeguards at Pearl Beach

lessened with the presence of a Pearl Beach Progress lifeguards patrol the beach. He said it would begin regular lifeguard. water off the shore. issues,” Mr Toohey said. Association has called on “At Pearl Beach, the currents “This results in dangerous He said Member for Gosford Ms Central Coast Council to canvassing Central Coast Council. Safety Group member Mr Peter and lack of shallow water can situations, particularly from the Liesl Tesch had been approached provide lifeguards at Pearl Toohey said the group wanted “to be a dangerous combination for middle to northern end of the for support and residents had been Beach over the The summer full articles be seen onswimmers line on and ourchildren,” website create aand safermore beach can environment poor Mr www.coastcommunitynews.com.au beach. asked to write to Central Coast holidays. be seen for everyone”. They can alsoToohey said. on www.peninsulanews.info “We also experience added Council asking for a lifeguard

President Mr Peter Romey said the association supported the Pearl Beach Safety Advisory Group’s proposal to have dedicated

Mr Toohey said that Pearl Beach suffered from several issues that impacted user safety. He said many of them could be

May I once again raise these relevant and important issues which deeply concern me. I’m sure there are many others who, like me, would appreciate some believable answers. After viewing the ABC’s Heywire programmes and realising that so many young Australians are involved in and starting new amazing projects, all voluntary, serving their community, many in the outback which is so deserving of help, I am so impressed and proud of these youngsters, not doing this for monetary remuneration but their compassionate concerns for the less fortunate.

FORUM This makes me wonder were any of these outstanding youngsters were included and considered for Young Australians of the Year? They, without a doubt, certainly should have been, as this award was meant for selfless achievers in their community, which they qualified for in spades. What a wonderful example they are. I do question why this award was given to a tennis player. Of course, she is a lovely girl, and we all admire her tenacity and success, but after all, she plays tennis and is well

remunerated for it, unlike these youngsters I’ve remarked on. Many people I know would like to know who are these people on the selection board, who appoints them and why all the secretiveness? Will we ever be allowed to find out? The crux of these awards was for, and intended to be, rewards for their selfless service to their communities and ameliorative programmes which needed improving. Justice not only should be done but seen to be done. This is the criteria that should be followed, not popularity contests. Letter, Feb 20 Mary Notman, Niagara Park

A nuclear power station is inappropriate for the Central Coast FORUM

Just a few points as to why a nuclear power station is inappropriate for the Central Coast. Nuclear power stations can’t be built under existing law in any Australian state or territory. They are a more expensive source of power than renewable energy such as solar or wind. They present significant challenges in terms of the storage and transport of

nuclear waste. Nuclear power stations also present significant health and environmental risks (Fukushima, Chernobyl, Three Mile Island). They are expensive, around $40B, and take a decade to build. By comparison, wind and solar farms take just one to

three years. Nuclear power stations also require massive quantities of water to operate and are inappropriate for a dry continent like Australia. These are the facts but I’m sure the nuclear industry will continue to lobby for this ridiculous solution to our energy needs. Email, Mar 14 Chris Castellari, Avoca Beach

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contactsAssociation were also being St Andrews church in Umina sold Member for Gosford Ms Liesl Pearl Beach Progress has called on Central Coast Council by auction for $1.43 million on Tesch is asking for residents of Office: Level 2, 86-88 Mann St, Gosford - Phone: 4325 7369 - Mail: PO Box 1056, Gosford 2250 - E-mail: editorial@centralcoastnews.net - Website: www.coastcommunitynews.com.au to provide lifeguards at Pearl Beach March 5. Farnell Rd, Woy Woy, to be given over the summer holidays. more time to voice their concerns over proposed upgrades along Blackwall Rd.

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Heywire presenters are more deserving of awards

Other Regional News - In brief Coast Community News focuses on news specifically relating to post code areas 2250, 2251 & 2260. Following is a summary of news articles published in the most recent edition of each of our sister Central Coast publications. The full articles and more, as well as all previously

“Pearl Beach has considerably coarser sand and the quartz pearls produce a steep reflective beach, with waves surging up the beach,

dangers from uncontrolled jet skiers, dogs on the beach, fishermen leaving bait, tackle and sometimes even fires.

service. SOURCE: Newsletter, 5 Mar 2020 Peter Romey, Pearl Beach Progress Association

Climate change deniers lack scientific understanding FORUM

With all due respect, I have become rather disappointed with the clearly displayed lack of scientific understanding and the false information promulgated by climate change deniers. Reading letters to the Forum section of your paper provides sufficient, clear, evidence to substantiate the above alleged lack of understanding. Before I am accused of elitism, I request those who

object to the above comment to respectfully hold their response until they fully understand the mechanisms behind the atmospheric greenhouse effect. Then they may have a chance of understanding the human effects on our planet by the presently, and measured, increasing level of atmospheric CO2. From where can this

information be obtained? May I suggest, as a start, the Australian Bureau of Meteorology, the IPCC and other reputable scientific bodies. Conspiracy theorists, please hold your comments unless you can conclusively prove your conspiracy allegations. Comments from our present Federal Government call for considerable caution. Email, Mar 9 Col Hodgson, Mt Elliot

Neither Carbon nor its oxide affect climate in any way Congratulations to Charles Hemmings (Coast Community News Edition 232) for castigating both climate change alarmists and deniers for their fake scientists and flawed scientific logic. They are like a dog chasing its tail, one spinning to the left, the other to the right. The truth is that neither Carbon nor its oxide affect climate in any way. Three facts in nature are irrefutable: The concentration of Carbon Dioxide today is still negligible, at less than 400ppm, 0.04 per cent, and absolutely incapable of affecting climate in any way; Invisible humidity, gas-phase water, is greater than 400ppm by more than 500 per cent above Australian deserts at mid-day, and by more than 6,000 per cent at Darwin before a monsoonal downpour; CO2 gas does not accumulate in the atmosphere, it has been equilibrating for millennia at between 0.03 and 0.04 per cent, as the population of the globe has grown to its present 7,000,000,000 or more, by means of the botanical process known as Photosynthesis. The details, briefly, are as follows. From 1910 to 1940, all reputable encyclopedias have quoted accurately, not from guesses or flawed modeling, CO2 concentrations, to two decimal places, as either 0.03 or 0.04 per cent, because the precise values calculated from the many analyses were a trace either below or above 0.035 as calculated to three decimals. Back then, two decimals were more than necessary. Values less than 0.035 became 0.03, values greater became 0.04. So, the correct value was 350ppm. World population then was one quarter of today. Throughout the 20th century, huge amounts of CO2 were

FORUM discharged into the air by increasing amounts in each of the 100 years. Today, it is still less than 0.04 per cent. This proves that CO2 equilibrates to what would be called a ‘residual equilibrium’: what’s left after ‘something’ is occurring. Once upon a time, good schools taught that water, both as liquid in the oceans and as vapour in the air, is the primary moderator of climate in the Cosmos. Since at least 1950, water vapour content has been excluded from ‘standard analyses’ of air, because it varies greatly from time to time and place to place, so it tends to be ignored by the uninitiated. However, water vapour, the gas, follows the laws of diffusion of all gases, so it diffuses rapidly, even against a breeze, from high concentrations where it is generated, to lower concentrations elsewhere. Thus, the high vapour contents above the oceans surrounding Australia are constantly diffusing towards the deserted centre, to maintain another type of equilibrium, which does not promote rain, primarily due to the high air temperatures in deserts. Hot air carries a higher loading of water vapour before the ‘dew point’. Nevertheless, the air above any Australian desert is at least five times (500 per cent) greater than CO2 concentration. At 20 deg.C and 50 per cent Relative Humidity, the factor is 18 times (1800%). At 25 deg.C and 60% Relative Humidity, the factor is 30 times (3,000%). At 30 deg.C and 90% RH (Darwin), the factor is 60 times (6,000%). Who in a right mind would demonise Carbon knowing that?

Is there experimental or other conclusive evidence that CO2 is thousands of times more potent as a so-called greenhouse gas than water vapour? So how does CO2 equilibrate? In a nutshell, carbon fuels burn in cities and the Amazon and eucalypts also burn to produce CO2 gas. This gas diffuses around the globe, continuously unimpeded by us. A dynamic equilibrium exists everywhere. In polluted cities where people choke, and above farms and forests where the CO2 concentration in the air is sufficiently high to permeate into all vegetation. Using a process known as Photosynthesis [putting elements like C, H, O, N, ‘together’ using light], all plants: (a) inhale from the air, during daylight, all the CO2 that is available in excess of a minimum ‘equilibrium concentration’; [burn as many fires as will burn, the CO2 will soon be inhaled]; (b) separate the C from the O2; (c) exhale the O2 back to the air; [so that no matter how much C is burned, oxygen will never be depleted]; (d) combine the C with HHO (water) plus trace quantities of other elements needed by each plant species, from the roots [a trace of Nitrogen is needed for proteins]; and, (e) produce all botanical substances from a ‘basic brick’ that is predominantly CHHO (carbon wetted/carbohydrate) that structures itself in a myriad of hexagonal molecular forms. Who will deny any of the above? The most precise analysis of air to 5 decimals is Nitrogen: 78.12345; Oxygen: 20.87654; Argon: 0.93; CO2: 0.04; approximately a dozen impurities, including rear-end discharges from cows, horses, buffalo, and camels: 0.03. Grand Total: 99.99999%. Email, Mar 8 Guy Caruana, East Gosford

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Scientific predictions made long ago are being shown to be true Fellow Woy Woy resident, Charles Hemmings’ letter re the ‘two climate camps’ in Coast Community News edition 232 is an unfortunate example of the distortions generously sponsored by fossil fuel moguls and pursued and promulgated by those who do not believe in the reality of the existential threat that the warming climate poses. Yes, there are two ‘sides’ to the issue, those who know action must be immediate and the decreasing number of nonbelievers whose stance threatens our very survival by refusing to accept facts long known to science. The use of the terms ‘deniers’ and ‘alarmists’ along with loaded quotes like “defies statistical reasoning, dubious

FORUM computer models, miniscule change, miniscule increase and opinion without factual backup” and so on, negate his argument and show its bias. He asks for evidence but denies its existence and (almost) universal acceptance in real science and, while acknowledging that the atmospheric CO2 level has doubled in recent times (as recorded accurately for many years at centres across the world), he cannot then accept that the amount of energy this gas now absorbs must also be doubled,-thus heating the atmosphere more. Neither does his equating ‘alarmists’ with religious zealots, nor his misrepresenting Europe’s long history of fossil

fuel use, support his argument. Mr Hemmings fails to recognise so many evidentiary facts including prolonged severe droughts, ferocity of weather events, bushfire frequency and severity, oceanic temperature change and acidification, changes to oceanic currents, melting of Polar Regions, disappearance of glaciers, melting of permafrost releasing dangerous amounts of methane, etc, etc. Scientific predictions made long ago based on fact are being shown to be true. There is no more debate. Realists want to survive and fix the problems while the fading few doubters will not or cannot believe this stark reality. Email, Mar 17 Geoff Stralow, Woy Woy

We live on a fragile Cinderella Planet Global Warming is real and getting worse.

FORUM

Scientists predicted it over a century ago. We have known that burning fossil fuels releases carbon dioxide, a “greenhouse gas” which controls the heat of our earth. We know that of the Five Great Extinctions only one was caused by a meteor, the other four all registered a massive

increase in CO2. Add an even more potent greenhouse gas, methane, which has been locked up in the frozen permafrost for millennia, now being released as the permafrost melts. We live on a Cinderella Planet, the only one in the known galaxy so far which supports life.

From David Wallace-Wells, deputy editor of New York Magazine, who sets out the reality and the danger of global warming in The Uninhabitable Earth: “The climate system that gave rise to the human species, and to everything we know as civilisation, is so fragile that it has been brought to the brink of total instability in just one generation of human activity.” Email, Mar 16 Margaret McGowan, Erina

Training not required to use a defibrillator I write in regard to an article that appeared in Coast Community News edition 233 about a defibrillator being installed at Davistown Progress Hall. In the article it says a number of locals will be trained to use the defibrillator, but I think it is really important to emphasise that you do not need to be trained to use one because the device instructs you what to do step by step.

I have used one and successfully brought an 80-year-old male back to life. The word ‘demonstrating’ would have been a better choice over ‘training’. We want to make sure the public would use a defibrillator if one is on hand and we don’t want to make them think that training is necessary, or they won’t use it to potentially save a life.

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The Australian share market continued to slide this week in response to the global spread of the coronavirus and increasing concerns over the subsequent economic impact. As at Thursday, 2pm, the S&P/ ASX200 Index was at 4,800, a fall of over 33 per cent from its historical high set less than a month ago. Some of the biggest falls in the past week have been in bank stocks, as the market contemplates a jump in defaults on business loans and mortgages. Oil and gas stocks have also suffered big losses in response to the fall in oil prices from over $60 a barrel to just $25 a barrel in recent days, while the $A has fallen to as low as US55 cents. Earlier in the week, alarm bells were raised over the possibility of global

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bankruptcies of airline companies due to widespread travel bans. This prompted Prime Minister, Scott Morrison, to commit to a $715 million aviation package to support Australian carriers,

including cash refunds of government charges on aviation fuel and regional security. On Thursday however, the Qantas share price was languishing at $2.10, down

from over $7.00 in February. The plight of the airlines however is playing out across a much wider range of industry sectors, where enforced shutdowns and supply chain disruptions have caused cash

flows to completely dry up. Many bank stress tests show that their corporate borrowers are resilient to a 20 per cent fall in profits over a year or so, but very few ever contemplated having no cash flow at all for three to four months. And that three to four months may well now be six to twelve months according to some economists. Westpac’s Bill Evans earlier predicted Australia would fall into a brief recession, and that the government’s $18B stimulus package would offset much of the contraction. On Wednesday however, Mr Evans said recent developments in the past week have led him to revise his prediction downward. “Our revised estimates of GDP growth in the March and June quarters, after adjusting for the Stimulus Package, are minus 0.7% and minus 0.3% respectively, a total contraction

of 1% of GDP,” Mr Evans said. He also predicted the national unemployment rate would rise to over 7 per cent. Against that backdrop, the government is unleashing an unprecedented level of economic stimulus, beginning with an initial package of $18B, including cash payments to pensioners and a release of PAYG withholding taxes for small businesses. On Thursday, March 19, the Reserve Bank cut official interest rates by 0.25 per cent to 0.25 per cent, the lowest level ever in Australia. Home mortgage rates have subsequently fallen to below 2.5 per cent in many cases, providing a much needed boost to household disposable incomes. Whether it will all be enough remains to be seen. Reporter: Ross Barry

Interest rate cuts and government stimulus – what does it mean for the Coast? As the spread of the Covid-19 coronavirus begins to be felt across regional economies, Federal and State Governments have come out swinging with a range of economic stimulus measures. Some measures are quite blunt, but others are quite targeted, and also sometimes, difficult to understand. We’ve tried here to unpack the major measures announced so far to see where Central Coast businesses and households may be eligible for support. Let’s start with the Federal Government’s first round $17B+ economic relief package, a package that aimed to bring forward the impact by getting cash into people’s hands as quickly as possible. $750 cash payment to pensioners and disabled Federal

Estimated to cost the Federal Government around $4.8B, this payment aimed to direct cash of $750 each to some 6.5

million low-income earners. The payment will be made to all social security, veteran and other income support recipients

and eligible concession card holders. This includes those on Newstart, those who have commonwealth senior’s health cards, and families receiving family tax benefits. There will be just one $750 payment per person irrespective of how many social security accounts they have and all payments will be taxfree and are set to commence from March 31.

Return of PAYG tax withheld (small businesses) – Federal Eligible small and medium sized businesses will receive up to a maximum of $25,000 per business, with a minimum payment of $2,000, to reduce the total costs of employee wages and salaries. The payment will provide cash flow support to businesses with a turnover of less than $50M that employ staff between January 1 and June

30. The payment will be tax free. Businesses will receive payments of 50 per cent of their Business Activity Statements or Instalment Activity Statement from April 28, with refunds to then be paid within 14 days. About 690,000 businesses employing around 7.8 million people are expected to be eligible for this payment. This measure is estimated to cost the government $6.7B. Contiued page 16

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Payments for apprentices - Federal This measure will be funded to the tune of $1.2B and will be made available as a wage subsidy of 50 per cent of an apprentice’s or trainee’s wage, for up to nine months, from 1 January 2020 to 30 September 2020. The subsidy may be payable to a new employer that subsequently employs that apprentice that is not retained by their initial employer. The government estimates that up to 70,000 small businesses will access the incentive and that this will support around 117,000 apprentices. Business investment incentives and tax breaks - Federal The government will also allocate $3.9B to measures that encourage businesses to make capital expenditures, including an increase in the cap on instant asset write-offs from $30,000 to $150,000. Specifically, businesses with a turnover of less than $500M will be able to deduct an additional 50 per cent of the cost of an eligible asset on installation, including cars and industrial equipment, in the year of purchase, with existing depreciation rules applying to the balance of the asset’s cost. The investment measures are expected to support more than 3.5 million businesses (over 99% of all businesses) employing more than 9.7 million employees.

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Additional Funding for severely affected regions - Federal The government has also announced a $1B fund to support regions “disproportionately affected” by the coronavirus outbreak It will be used, among other things, to waive fees and charges for tourism businesses that operate in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and for waiving entry fees for commonwealth national parks. It will also include additional assistance to help businesses identify alternative export markets or suppliers. The Prime Minister has flagged that the package could be updated in the May budget, depending on how the coronavirus plays out, and how severely the economy is affected as a result.

The government is eyeing fresh support measures targeted at the businesses most at risk of collapse – the precise timing for unveiling round two of the stimulus package is unclear, but government sources say the package will be announced well ahead of the May budget. Waiver of Payroll Tax and State Government Charges – NSW The NSW State Government has announced its own stimulus package encompassing health and economic measures worth $2.3B, including $1.6B directed at saving jobs. At the forefront of this package was a waiver of payroll tax. This is estimated to release

$450M back to NSW businesses. This will only be available to companies with payrolls of up to $10M and we understand will be activated automatically. The NSW Government has also brought forward the next round of payroll tax cuts, meaning the payroll tax threshold will rise to $1M in the financial year 2020-21. The NSW Government is also scrapping certain fees and charges that apply to businesses in vulnerable sectors. These include fees for bars, cafes, restaurants and tradespeople. The total allocated for this measure is $80M, but it is not yet clear exactly which fees will be waived, or for how long. These measures will be administered through Service NSW, and the waiver will be

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Other employment initiatives - NSW The state government has pledged $250M to employ additional cleaning staff for public infrastructure, such as public transport assets, schools and public buildings. It is expected that this may also provide a welcome boost for self employed people in this sector, or for small cleaning companies. The NSW Government has also announced $250M of spending to fast-track the maintenance of public assets, including social housing and fencing, as well as $500M to bring forward capital works and maintenance.

Interest rates, business lending and mortgages After cutting official rates by 0.25 of a per cent several weeks ago, the Reserve Bank of Australia on Thursday (March 19) cut rates by another 0.25 of a per cent to a historical low of just 0.25 per cent. It is expected that all the major banks will pass on these cuts in full to their borrowers. This means that many (variable) home mortgage rates will fall to between 2.0 and 2.5 per cent, which is expected to provide significant relief to household disposable income. The cut was accompanied by purchases of Government bonds (quantitative easing), targeting yields on 3- and 4-year Government bonds of 0.25 per cent. In addition, the RBA announced it will also establish a term funding facility of at least $90B to support the banks to continue to provide credit to small and medium sized businesses as well as working with businesses to defer repayments, restructure loans and support those that have been impacted. In his announcement to the market, RBA Governor, Phil Lowe, emphasised that the Reserve Bank is working closely with the other financial regulators and the Australian Government to help ensure that Australia’s financial markets continue to operate effectively and that credit is available to households and businesses.

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Damien Gerard Sound Studios is bringing a new sound to West Gosford One of the country’s most prolific music studios has relocated to the Central Coast. Tucked away in an unassuming corner of West Gosford’s business district, Damien Gerard Studios (DGS) has worked with some of the biggest bands to ever come out of Australia, with the likes of the Divinyls, INXS, Icehouse, Silverchair and the Hoodoo Gurus all having graced the studio over the years. The studio started in an old wool factory at Ultimo in the 80’s. Back then it was a demo studio where artists could hideaway to write and rehearse before heading overseas to record. A move to Balmain in early 2000 saw it become a full service studio, with the brand growing a reputation as one of the most prestigious studios in the country. However, as high rises began springing up around it and with the building the studio was located in on the cusp of being rezoned, Studio Manager, Marshall Cullen, decided it was time to pull the pin on Balmain and put down roots elsewhere. Having lived at Umina Beach for the past 15 years, Cullen was excited at the prospect of setting up on the Coast and turned his attention to finding the right space. Enter Jason Stenning. The Founder and Managing Director of personal protection equipment manufacturing company, Industree Group, a chance meeting between the two saw them bond over their dual lifelong passions for music and the vision for DGS West Gosford took shape. The studio officially opened in October 2019 and since then Cullen and Stenning have been quietly getting on with the job of getting the word out, with some big names having already made a trip to the Coast to

record. The Church’s Steve Kilbey was their first client. He loved the space so much that not long after he was done with his solo project, he had The Church come in to record. For the unilluminated, The Church are one of Australia’s most successful alternative rock bands who shot to international stardom in the 80s for their distinct sound that blended psychedelic beats with ethereal guitar. While some of the luster has worn off, the ARIA Hall of Famers still retain a cult like following around the globe and released their 25th studio album in 2017, with rumours their 26th could have been on the agenda at DGS. According to Cullen, The Church had been regulars at the Balmain space (it used to be their studio before it changed hands) and they loved the new look DGS. The space boasts arguably one of the largest live rooms in existence, a trove of amps, mics, instruments, gear and enhancements for the talent to experiment with, a world class floating control room and enough vintage Persian rugs that the joint could double as a Carpet Court. The pair are banking on the sheer size of the studio and all those bells and whistles to mitigate any doubts artists might have about the decision

to take DGS out of Sydney. “Most studios just aren’t this big so we’re unique in what we can offer,” Cullen said. “Our live room especially is huge. “When The Church were here their drummer was able to set up two full drumkits and move between them for different takes and that’s just not possible in a smaller space,” he added. Getting the expansive space ready didn’t come without its challenges though, with sound proofing and leveling taking three months to perfect. “It took a lot of sweat collateral to get the space ready and we’ll probably be tweaking it for the next 18 months or so, but the studio can cater to pretty much anything,” Stenning said. “We could put anything from a full-blown orchestra to Metallica in here and with the tech we’ve got we’d be able to produce a world class recording. “We’ve got the infrastructure, the skills and the equipment, so in a nutshell it’s a pretty diverse offering. “It’s a huge space and Marshall and our Chief Audio Engineer, Andrew Beck, are very welcoming and easy to work with, and everyone that’s come has just sung their praises and said how much fun they had during the process,” Stenning said. And for the team at DGS that’s

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what it’s all about. “We want artists to walk away happy. “When they leave, we want them going out thinking they couldn’t have done it any better,” Stenning said. That positive feedback has helped them shake off any misgivings they had about going regional. “There’s nothing like DGS on the Coast. “There is the Grove Studios at Somersby, but we do different things so we’re feeling pretty confident,” Cullen said. Stenning conceded it wasn’t common for studios to pop up outside of the big cities but said the Coast was becoming more aligned with Sydney and that he didn’t feel DGS had taken a

big risk in coming to West Gosford. “Honestly, you hear more about studios closing down than opening. “This is an expensive industry that requires highly skilled individuals to come together. “It’s not easy. “Finding the right people and getting them into the right role is a bit like finding hens teeth, but Marshall and Andy are two of the best and I fully back them,” Stenning said. The pair said part of their plan to ensure DGS thrived on the Coast was making an impact as a good corporate citizen, with plans to provide opportunities for local musicians and young people looking to break into the production side of the industry in the works. “Supporting aspiring artists and producers looking to get into the industry is really important to us. “We’ve been a longtime sponsor of the national Youth Rock Competition and have been offering recording sessions to the winner of the University of Newcastle’s Battle of the Bands for a while now,” Cullen said. Cullen said the team were currently working on getting an

internship program for audio engineers up and running and had been in talks with ABC Central Coast and the Central Coast Conservatorium about some new initiatives for local talent. Stenning said opportunities for networking, scholarships and sponsorships would also be looked at later down the track to help local artists get a foot in the door. Having now settled into life at West Gosford Cullen said DGS was now focusing on building its momentum, meaning getting an array of artists through the door and into the studio. And he’s hinted there’ll be some more big names hitting the Coast to record this year. “Steve Kilbey will be back and the Hoodoo Gurus will be popping in. “There’s some other big names that I can’t divulge just yet, but just know our list is long and pretty illustrious,” he said. Source: Interview, Feb 28 Marshall Cullen and Jason Stenning, David Gerard Sound Studios Reporter, Dilon Luke

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Lions donate electric wheelchair The East Gosford Lions Club has kindly donated a folding electric wheelchair to a Kincumber teen. Club Publicity Officer, Michael Tabone, said the Lions were approached to see what financial assistance they could provide to 15-year-old Callen Moreland, who lives with Autonomic Disreflexia. Tabone said Moreland had been living with his disability since birth, rendering him a quadriplegic. Tabone said the Lions worked with other clubs in the Central Coast Zone to raise the funds needed to purchase the chair, which will allow Moreland to achieve new levels of mobility and independence. Source: Press release, Mar 18 Michael Tabone, East Gosford Lions Club

The NSW Government has enabled pharmacists to administer flu vaccinations to children from ten years of age.

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Hospitals amend visitor arrangements Central Coast Health District has made changes to visiting hours at facilities across the Coast to reduce the risk of Coronavirus spreading to patients and staff. The new restrictions come into effect immediately and will see visiting hours reduced and a limit on the number of visitors who can see a patient. District CEO, Dr Andrew Montague, announced the changes on March 18. “For the safety and wellbeing of patients and the community, Central Coast Local Health District is taking steps to reduce the risk of COVID-19 spreading by adjusting visiting hours and arrangements. “Visiting hours at Gosford,

Pharmacists can now vaccinate children from 10 years of age

Wyong and Woy Woy hospitals and Long Jetty Health Centre are now 6pm to 8pm. “We ask that patients are only visited by one visitor during these visiting hours, who is either their partner, carer, guardian or nominated significant other,” Dr Montague said. Alternative arrangements for maternity, mental health and children’s services have also been made, with a full list of what’s changed and where available on the District’s website under the visiting hours tab. “If you are visiting a patient in one of these services or coming in for an antenatal clinic, please refer to our website before you come to check what

arrangements we have in place,” Dr Montague said. Dr Montague said people must be feeling well if they planned to visit someone in hospital. “In line with current advice, visitors must not enter any of our hospitals or healthcare facilities if they have a fever or a cold and flu-like illness or if they have been overseas in the last 14 days,” Dr Montague said. People who have been in contact with anyone who has COVID-19 in the last 14 days must also not visit loved ones in our hospitals or healthcare centres. Source: Media release, Mar 18 Central Coast Health

NSW Health Minister, Brad Hazzard, said giving families more options to protect their children against flu is sensible, with the likely convergence of a COVID-19 pandemic with winter flu. “Last year was the longest flu season on record, and in 2017, more than 650 people in NSW died from flu-related conditions, and now we have COVID-19,” Hazzard said. “While the flu vaccine won’t combat COVID-19, it will help reduce the severity and spread of flu, which can lower a person’s immunity and make them susceptible to other illnesses. “By allowing pharmacists to administer privately purchased flu vaccines to people aged 10 years and over, families now have more choice when booking-in for a flu jab,” he added.

According to Hazzard, the NSW Government has invested approximately $130M in the 2019-20 Immunisation Program budget, including Commonwealth and state vaccines. NSW Chief Health Officer, Dr Kerry Chant, said this year’s flu vaccine is expected to be available from mid-April and she urges everyone who can be vaccinated to do so. “Each year in NSW, we have hundreds of flu-related deaths and many of those who die were infected by the people they know and love who weren’t vaccinated,” Dr Chant said. “Not only do you risk your own life by not getting vaccinated against flu, but you can potentially spread the infection to others more vulnerable, like children and the elderly. “This year’s flu vaccine will be specifically tailored to the strains that we expect will pose the greatest risk, but as always, call ahead to ensure that your

GP or pharmacist has your dose,” she said. Last year, around 2.5 million doses of Government-funded flu vaccines were distributed across NSW. This year, it is expected that more than 2.6 million doses will be made available. People aged 65 and over, pregnant women, Aboriginal people and those with highrisk medical conditions can be vaccinated for free by GPs under the National Immunisation Program. The free NSW-funded vaccine is available to all children aged 6 months to 5 years old. Amendments to the Poisons and Therapeutic Goods Regulation Act 2008 to lower the age that pharmacists can supply and administer a private market influenza vaccine to include people aged 10 years and over, are expected to come into effect before the end of March. Source: Press release, Mar 16 NSW Health

Matron Inskip’s contribution remembered In celebration of International Women’s Day (March 8) the Central Coast Local Health District has shared the story of one of their most influential Matrons, Iris Inskip. “Matron Inskip played a pivotal role in designing the future direction and growth of Gosford Hospital in the 1960s,” said District CEO, Dr Andrew Montague. “Before starting at the hospital in 1961, Matron Inskip

was a Captain in the Army during the Second World War, serving in Greece and New Guinea. “As Matron of the hospital, she was in charge of nursing administration, admission of all patients and purchasing of drugs. “It was the era of the stiff white uniform and a large nurses’ veil, and Matron Inskip would perform daily uniform inspections of the nurses on the wards. “The devoted, hard working

nurse didn’t hesitate to step in and help care for patients when the busy wards were over crowding. “She retired after a lifetime in nursing and 11 years in the role of Matron, paving the way for our future women leaders. “Happy International Women’s Day,” Dr Montague said. Source: Website, Mar 8 Central Coast Health

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Local Health District is as prepared as humanly possible Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) CEO, Dr Andrew Montague, says the CCLHD is as “prepared as humanly possible” for a potential Coronavirus outbreak on the Coast. According to Dr Montague, the CCLHD had been working hard to ensure its pandemic plan was in order and praised the efforts of staff as the Coast’s public health sector braces for a horror winter. “I want to assure the community that the CCLHD is well prepared. “Staff have been incredibly supportive of one another and working hard to ensure the district is as prepared as humanly possible,” Dr Montague said. In wake of the region’s five

confirmed cases of COVID-19, Dr Montague said the CCLHD was urging the community to remain calm, adopt social distancing and to be stringent with their hygiene. “The CCLHD’s response as a District to COVID-19 is that it is here on the Coast and that anyone at risk of infection will be contacted by the CCLHD Public Health Unit,” Dr Montague said. “We understand that people may be a little fearful at the moment, but (members of) the community need to look out for one another.” Dr Montague said anyone concerned that they might have COVID-19 should consult their GP or Health Direct for assessment but should take note of the following symptoms

and risk factors. “The things people should look out for are respiratory symptoms such as a sore throat, cough, runny nose and a fever above 37.5 degrees. “Anyone who (displays these symptoms and) has travelled overseas in the past fortnight or come into contact with someone who has been diagnosed as positive for COVID-19, should be looking at coming to one of our testing clinics at either Gosford or Wyong Hospitals. “Your GP might also decide to send you to a local pathology where you can also be tested,” Dr Montague said. He urged residents to keep up to date with the most current information about services and what was happening at the

Federal member urges use of common sense Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks, has urged residents to stay calm and use common sense as coronavirus protocols ramp up. “Prime Minister, Scott Morrison, has made a number of changes that will affect communities across Australia, including here on the Central Coast,” Wicks said. “Several of these measures being enacted will ensure the safety of individuals and assist in slowing the spread of coronavirus within our communities. “A common concern of many within my community is around schools. “Schools are exempt from the new restrictions, with all schools remaining open. “If your child is unwell, a common sense approach is encouraged to keep your children at home. “Supermarkets will remain

open and continue to receive and stock. “It is important that people remain calm when doing their grocery shop and to not bulk purchase essential items.” Wicks said in good times and bad times, the Central Coast community has gathered together. “Now is the time for us to be mindful that the advice from medical experts and the Government is necessary to ensure that we protect ourselves, our loved ones and

the wider community from the spread of Coronavirus.” she said. “Whilst a new restriction is now in place for non-essential gatherings of over 100 people indoors (along with) the restriction of 500 plus people outdoors, it is important to note that this does not apply to essential activities such as public transport, medical and health care facilities, schools, supermarkets and grocery stores. “It is vital for those within the community to stay at home if feeling unwell. “Our focus is on the health and wellbeing of Australians and their livelihoods. “We’re ensuring that our economy is resilient and that we are well positioned to emerge strong from this global health crisis.” Source: Media release, Mar 19 Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks

CCLHD by monitoring their website. “We have a clear pandemic plan in place that outlines all the measures we need to take. “That includes staffing requirements and supply of medical stock and equipment and I believe we are really well placed at the moment. “We are in constant communication with the Ministry of Health to ensure that we are working as one system and we are also working closely with the Primary Health Network, so we have a consistent approach and each know what each other is doing,” Dr Montague said. Source: Interview, Mar 16 Dr Andrew Montague, Central Coast Health Reporter: Dilon Luke

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State of the art digital PET/CT scanner is a first The Central Coast region received its first digital PET/CT scanner when a state of the art machine entered service at PRP Imaging in Gosford on March 16. The new digital device is one of the first of its kind in Australia. A spokesperson said it would revolutionise medical imaging by delivering a whole new level of precision to ensure more accurate diagnosis and patient management. “It is a new way that we can look at the entire body,” Dr Denis Gradinscak, PRP Imaging Gosford managing radiologist said. “The experience for the patient is improved. “Scanning time is reduced, which is particularly important for a patient with any discomfort.

“The larger gantry feels open and is much more comfortable, especially for claustrophobic patients.” PRP Chairman / CEO, Dr Michael Lannan said the new system was one of the most sophisticated and advanced services available. “We are incredibly proud to be one of only a handful of practices in Australia and the first on the Central Coast to adopt this new technology. “It reinforces the long standing commitment of PRP to the people of the Coast,” he said. PET and CT provide complementary information to help to identify and diagnose a range of cancers as well as a number of other medical conditions. Combining these modalities into a single scanner, to

produce images with both functional and structural information, significantly enhances the diagnostic value of these studies. The digital detector design using Biograph Vision technology is specifically designed to enhance PET imaging to allow detection of small abnormalities. Early detection of cancers is improved, as is the ability to look for cancer progression and recurrence, enabling the treating doctors to determine the best treatments and potential outcomes for patients. Member for Gosford, Liesl Tesch, launched the new service at PRP Imaging Gosford on March 16. Source: Media release, Mar 9 and 13 Vanessa Strangio, Affinity Marketing

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NAISDA Dance College to cease onsite operations for now NAISDA Dance College has become the Coast’s first educational facility to cease onsite operations as a Coronavirus precautionary measure. College CEO, Kim Walker, announced on March 18, that NAISDA had taken the bold step to cancel onsite operations from March 20, that it would be moving its holiday break forward and would be implementing online learning options. Walker said the decision was made with the best interest of students and staff in mind and aligned with NAISDA’S risk management/mitigation plan. In keeping with the plan, the College has also opted to cancel its upcoming Class of 2019 graduation ceremony, scheduled to take place on April 9. Walker said both decisions had been tough to make but necessary. “These unfortunate announcements are in line with health authority recommendations in relation to COVID-19.

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“It is part of NAISDA’s preventative approach to secondments, excursions, events and public engagements to ensure the safety of our developing artists, staff, families and communities,” he said. Walker said both decisions reflected current advice to

Indigenous groups and communities that have been identified as being at greater risk from COVID-19, as well as mounting issues surrounding air travel. “The decision to move from onsite to online was made to ensure students are able to return home should they need

Schools are preparing for a potential transition to online delivery Henry Kendall High School Principal, Andrew Backhouse, has updated the school community on where the school is at in preparing for a potential transition to online delivery in wake of the Coronavirus. “The Department of Education has asked schools to begin preparations for online delivery of learning in the event that schools are instructed to close in the coming weeks. “This is not an immediate process and is impacted by a range of factors including stages of learning and the nature of the course. “It may also by impacted by a student’s ccess to technology at home,” Backhouse said. “As a school we are working to secure online delivery opportunities as quickly as possible. “Our first priority is to ensure that Stage 6 students have as much continuity of learning as possible and then to accommodate core subject areas in the junior years. “As well as our own school resources, we are expecting that the Department will have further options for us to use in the following weeks,” he continued.

“It is important to understand that the school is open and learning is occurring in all classrooms and learning spaces. “Students are expected to be at school unless they are unwell. “Many subjects are using Google Classroom and students can continue to access this learning, but we are unable to provide individual learning programs at this time. “As a parent, you have every right to decide to keep your children home. “However, this will mean that they will be marked as an absence. “If there is a circumstance that necessitates leave due to a health condition, illness or the need to self-isolate due to medical reasons, then I would

encourage you to make contact with the school to discuss your individual context and the required documentation to support this leave. “If the leave is deemed to meet the Department’s threshold for an exemption or leave, then we anticipate being able to provide some remote teaching and learning effective from March 25 for those students. “This will be provided on a case by case basis. “Full transition to remote learning will only occur if the school is instructed to close for a period of time,” Backhouse said. Source: Website, Mar 17 Andrew Backhouse, Henry Kendall High School

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to. “The majority of our students come from interstate and with so much uncertainty at the moment, we wanted to ensure their wellbeing by making this decision now and to avoid the risk of students not being able to travel if conditions change,” Walker said.

Walker said online learning modules would incorporate video lessons and tutorials with students able to seek additional one on one support from staff through email and video calls. Walker said NAISDA staff had been working hard to ensure the online transition was ready to go once the holiday break

ended on April 6. “We’re very confident in what we’ve prepared and believe this was the best option for our students,” he said. Walker also confirmed that graduates would still be receiving all applicable qualifications and awards and that the College would be exploring alternative arrangements to mark the occasion and achievements of its outgoing cohort. “Just like everybody else, NAISDA is simply putting precautions in place to keep our people safe, calm and happy. “We will still honour the wonderful achievements of our artists,” he said. The College hopes to return to onsite learning by April 20 but will monitor the situation closely and make a decision closer to the date. Source: Press release and interview, Mar 18 Kim Walker, NAISDA Dance College Reporter: Dilon Luke

Kariong Library temporarily closed for relocation

To provide improved services to the community, Kariong Library is being relocated to The Hill Youth Centre, 98 Mitchell Drive, Kariong. In order to make this change Kariong Library branch will be temporarily closed from Tuesday 17 March, reopening in its new location on Tuesday 31 March. The returns chute will remain open 24/7 while the library is being moved to a new location. Nearest branch locations are Woy Woy, Umina and Gosford. As always our extensive range of free online resources and services will continue to be available 24/7 via centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/elibrary We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience during this time. The Entrance l Toukley l Tuggerah l Umina l Woy Woy

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The Central Coast Mentoring Program has reconvened, with mentors lined up to help local high schoolers make more informed decisions about their education. The program is delivered in partnership by the Central Coast Mentoring Network Inc. (CCMNI) and Central Coast Secondary Schools Mentoring (CCSSM) and runs at Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College’s Tumbi Umbi and Berkeley Vale Campuses, Erina, Narara, Kincumber and Terrigal High Schools, and the Peninsula’s Brisbane Water Secondary College. The program connects Year 10 students with a mentor, someone whose own life experiences allow them to provide advice, insights and opportunities to students that they might not typically have access to. Working with their student mentee for one hour per week for 10 to 12 weeks, mentors are matched with their mentee based on mutual interests, past experiences and initial connections made during a ‘jitters session’, where mentors and mentees meet for the first time. Those sessions have been happening at participating schools throughout February with the program proper set to kick off in March. According to CCMNI President, Richard Kennedy, and CCSSM Program

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Coordinator, Cassi White, 60 mentors and mentees will take part in the 2020 program, with the goal of improving outcomes for the mentee as they face one of their first big life decisions, continuing on with their HSC or leaving at the end of Year 10 to join the workforce. White said that the goal of the program was not to sway students either way, but to show them that they had options and to help them make an informed choice. “The program is all about engaging kids who might be wrestling with the decision to stay on or leave, and connecting

them with someone with real world experience who isn’t a parent, carer or teacher, who then works with their student to empower them to make that decision,” White said. White said mentors and mentees also get out and about together with career orientated excursions and industry experiences as a regular part of the program. “These outings are an integral part of the program, allowing the mentor/mentee relationship to flourish, whilst giving students some tangible ideas about what they might like to pursue a career in.

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Price is a Visual Arts Teacher for both the junior and secondary schools and has combined her two great passions, the arts and the environment, for her entry, which depicts ABC TV War on Waste presenter, Craig Reucassel. Well known for her works that transform rubbish and waste, Price herself has collected from local beaches, parks and other locales. Price’s collection of works often prompts the viewer to question their impact on the environment, with her Archibald entry no exception. “War on Waste was a real inspiration to me,” Price said. “It inspired me to contact Craig and start the process of painting his portrait specifically for the Archibald. “My artwork revolves around environmental concerns, namely rubbish and sustainability, so working with Craig was a perfect fit,” she added. Price started working on her entry in June 2019, with live sittings, a photo shoot and conversations with Reucassel, all incorporated into the process, so Price could truly get a sense of her subject’s passions and concerns as she attempted to bring them to life on canvas. “Originally I had in my mind that I would make use of all the plastic cutlery and other single use plastic items that I have collected over the years. “I thought I would incorporate these items physically into the painting. “However, the more I got to know Craig, the more I discovered that his biggest concern is food waste, and in particular bananas,” Price said. A study done by Karlstad University showed that seven products account for almost half the fruit and vegetables wasted by retailers, and bananas are one of the worst food waste culprits. “They’re one of Australia’s top-selling food items, but every day, millions of good bananas are thrown away because they aren’t yellow enough or don’t have the right shape for the supermarket shelf. “Craig shared with me his horror when he watched

supermarket workers using measuring tapes to assess fruit. “Of the 80 million bananas grown each year, supermarkets discard more than 30 million. “It is one of Craig’s biggest concerns,” explained Price. The portrait, painted in acrylics and watercolour on a piece of discarded cardboard Price retrieved from a recycling skip, stands at almost 2m in width, and features an incredibly detailed background scene highlighting packaged waste discarded daily. Upon close inspections, viewers will recognise takeaway items from fast food companies, bottles and wrappers, as well as the vibrant, bright yellow of discarded bananas. “It’s been an honour working with Craig to represent him and have the opportunity to enter his portrait for possible selection in this year’s Archibald. “He is an inspiration to me, particularly his grit and humour when getting his point across. “I’m thrilled to be able to share his story,” Price said. The Archibald Prize is awarded annually to the best portrait of a man or woman distinguished in art, letters, science or politics. Judith Price has been an Art teacher at CCGS since 2007.

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“The benefits of the program have been palpable, with participating students’ attendance up, communication skills improved and overall, more engagement in the classroom,” White said. “At the end of the day, the students gain a new sense of what it means to be connected to the community and have a friend and confidant that they know is there because they want to help them succeed, no matter what they decide,” White said. Kennedy said students weren’t the only ones to benefit from the program, with mentors getting just as much out of it as their charges. “Our mentors are often older people with a wealth of life experience, knowledge and expertise, but they’re often people who feel disconnected from the community. “Through the program, mentors get to engage with young people, foster a new sense of community and generally report a sense of improved wellbeing after being involved,” Kennedy said. The program is completely not-for-profit with CCMNI funding it entirely through donations and grant funding, with CCSSM ensuring its delivery across the Coast. Source: Interview, Feb 18 Richard Kennedy, Central Coast Mentoring Network Inc. Cassi White, Central Coast Secondary Schools Mentoring Reporter: Dilon Luke

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5 Lands Walk will not return until 2021

An unprecedented time of crisis for live music Symphony Central Coast (SCC) Artistic Director, Dr Stephen Stanke, has described the recent mass cancellation of live music events in wake of the Coronavirus an “unprecedented time of crisis”, whilst announcing the cancellation of SCC’s upcoming River Mountain Sky concert.

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time of crisis for live music, so we ask any ticket holders to consider a donation to the orchestra in lieu of a refund. “Everyone who has purchased a ticket for this concert or a subscription, will be contacted over the coming days to discuss the options. “We trust that life will return to normal at some point and we can get back to doing what we love doing, which is providing you with a diverse range of live symphonic music and showcasing brilliant soloists right here on the Central Coast,” Dr Stanke said. Dr Stanke said SCC was now reviewing the remainder of its program for this year and would advise of any developments as they unfold.

The popular 5 Lands Walk has been added to the growing list of events that will not go ahead this year as the Coronavirus crackdown continues. 5 Lands Walk Committee President, Con Ryan, confirmed in a statement on March 18 that the widespread implications surrounding COVID-19 had led the Committee to unanimously vote to call time on the 2020 event.

Source: Press release, Mar 18 Dr Stephen Stanke, Symphony Central Coast

Ryan said the 5 Lands Walk would return in 2021 and that the decision had been made with the safety of the community in mind. “During these volatile and challenging times, things are moving quickly in Australia and globally, with government, sporting and organisational policies changing rapidly to address public health issues in relation to COVID-19. “The health of our volunteers, walkers and everyone associated with the 5 Lands

Walk is our number one priority,” he said. Attracting over 20,000 participants annually to peruse the Coastline from MacMasters Beach to Terrigal, Ryan said the walk contributes over $2.5M to the local economy, with the loss of this year’s 5 Lands Walk to be a palpable blow to the region’s economy and social calendar. Source: Press release, Mar 18 Con Ryan, 5 Lands Walk Committee

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A COMPREHENSIVE LISTING OF EVENTS OVER THE NEXT FEW WEEKS ON THE CENTRAL COAST FRIDAY, MAR 20

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Evergreen Lifecare: cheese & wine open day, 9 Yallambee Avenue West Gosford, 3pm - 6pm To register call 4329 2300 or email info@evergreenlifecare. org.au

The Endangered Species Pub Rock Show, Woy Woy Leagues, Ticketed, 7:30pm 4342 3366 www.eastsgroup.com.au

SUNDAY, MAR 22

Tuggerah Lakes U3A presents a Talk on: ‘Historical Political Assassinations’, The Entrance/Long Jetty RSL Hall, 10am – 12pm

Central Coast Bushfire Community Relief Concert, Environment Network: Laycock Street Community Information Sesssions Theatre, Ticketed, 7:30pm & Nocturnal Bushwalks, see if you’re eligble for FREE property management, Narara Ecovillage, 6:30pm - 8:30pm Troubadour Folk Club: 4349 4756 Hallett-Flood www.cen.org.au/events (Blue Mts) Peppercorns (WA), Learn more about St Lukes Hall Woy Woy, hearing with an Tickets at door, 7pm implantable hearing 4342 6716 system - FREE information session, SUNDAY, MAR 29 3/40 Mann St, Gosford, 10:30am, to register 1300 581 391 or

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Avoca Beachside Markets, Heazlett Park Foreshore, 9am - 2pm

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Community Environment Network: Road Safety – Information Sesssions On the Road 65Plus, & Nocturnal Mingara Recreation Bushwalks, - see if Club, Free - Bookings you’re eligble for FREE essential, 10:15am property management, 4350 5387 Scout hall Mcmasters beach, Climate Action Plan 6:30pm - 8:30pm Community Workshops, 4349 4756 Hamlyn Terrace www.cen.org.au/events Community Centre, 6pm - 8pm, Harmony Day Lunch have you say online or - Please bring a small register your interest plate of food to share, yourvoiceourcoast.com Kariong Neighbourhood Centre, all welcome, WEDNESDAY, MAR 25 12:30pm - 1:30pm 4340 1724 Your Life, Your Death, admin@knc.net.au Your Choice Free Seminar & SATURDAY, MAR 21 Afternoon Tea, Ettalong Diggers, 1:30pm - 4pm for further info & to RSVP 0455 213 111

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The Italian Tenors, The Ettalong Diggers Ballroom, Ticketed, THURSDAY, APR 2 3:30pm, 4343 0111 www.ettalongdiggers.com

20th Birthday Party Celebrations, The Central Coast Volunteer Central Coast Stadium, Support Group: Raising money for Free entry, Guide Dogs 10am - 2pm

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FRIDAY, MAR 27 Bouddi Eco Network: Community screening of film 2040, Killcare SLSC, Ticketed, 6pm - 9pm

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5/04 - 3pm RETREAT: Cultivating Authenticity - A weekend of self-discovery and inspiration, Bamboo Buddha Cafe Holgate, Ticketed, 4 & 5/04, 9am - 2:30pm The Central Coast Series skate, scooter and BMX competition 2020, BATO Yard, Entry is free and open to riders aged 5-24

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CAA NCommunity Benefit Concert C - to Send Peninsula EL Dancer toLGermany, ED FRIDAY, APR 3 Wagstaffe Hall, 1pm MONDAY, MAR 30 Wyong Family History

Tuggerah Lakes U3A presents: A Creative Writers Readings & Social Day - by our Creative Writers group followed by a Morning Tea, The Entrance/Long Jetty RSL Hall, 10am – 12pm

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Cappella in the Valley, Narara Valley Public School, Ticketed, 2:30pm 0412 284 652

SATURDAY, APR 18 Rotary club of Brisbane Water - Titanic Dinner, Pearl Beach Hall, Ticketed, 6pm

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Climate Action Plan Anniversary Tour, Community Workshops, Central Coast Leagues Club Gosford, Lakelands Community Ticketed, 8pm -Centre, 6pm - 8pm, have you say online or register your interest SATURDAY, APR 25 yourvoiceourcoast.com

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SUNDAY, APR 5 The 2nd Annual Coast Life yourvoiceourcoast.com Appreciating Life on, in and near the water, Home Instead Senior Care: The Entrance North, Easter Morning Tea, Ticketed, 1pm Camp Breakaway San Remo, 9:30am Lions Club of Woy Woy Peninsula Inc: Car Boot Sale and BBQ, Car Park Dundan Road Woy Woy, 6am - 1pm

Grounds Gosford, Ticketed, 3pm

Voting closes for Central Coast Live 2020 Customer Well Festival, satisfaction survey: Gosford Waterfront, pools, leisure centres, 10am - 2pm Travis Collins - Weekend arts centres and Throwdown Tour, community facilities, Central Coast Leagues Club TUESDAY, APR 7

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yourvoiceourcoast.com The Eagles Show, The Ettalong Diggers Ballroom, Ticketed, THURSDAY, APR 30 8:30pm, 4343 0111 www.ettalongdiggers.com

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Alliance Française Conversation Group: Come and practice your French at any level, Erina Leagues Club First attendance is free, 10am – 12pm

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SATURDAY, MAY 2 Opera in the Arboretum Group: Wyong & Districts celebrates its Anglican Church Records 15th year, 1838 - 1987, St James Anglican Church Crommelin Native Coast Opera Concert And THURSDAY, APR 16 Central Coast Centre of Arboretum Pearl Beach, Wyong, RSVP required, SATURDAY, APR 4 Sparkling High Tea, Flavours by the Sea Riding for the Disabled: Ticketed, 3pm - 5:30pm 10am 12pm Crowne Plaza Terrigal, Ultimate Gamer Tournament - food, entertainment Annual general The Central Coast branch of Ticketed, 2pm (12-24yrs), and stalls, Mother’s Day Markets, the Disabled Surfers meeting, At the Centre, Recycled & re-loved Kibble Park, Gosford, Memorial Park 96 Koolang Rd Green Association: ‘Smiles on Kangoo Rd. Somersby, Rock Carnival: Under The Ettalong kids market, Entry is free, The Entrance, Dials” Surf Event, Point, 11am - 3pm Southern Stars with Live, The Galleria Ettalong, 7pm 4:30pm - 7:30pm 3:30pm - 8:30pm Toowoon Bay, 4367 7591 Bush and Stone Temple 9am - 2pm

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Catholic masses, baptisms, funerals and weddings all affected All public Catholic masses have been suspended across the Central Coast as the Diocese of Broken Bay takes steps to inhibit the spread of Coronavirus. Bishop of Broken Bay,Anthony Randazzo, made the announcement on March 18, with the change to come into effect from March 20. Bishop Randazzo said the Diocese was following advice from the Federal Government in relation to slowing the outbreak and that several other customs were to be impacted by the government’s new ban on gatherings of 100 people or more. A full list of the changes is available on the Diocese’s website, but the major customs effected include baptisms, funerals and weddings, which can still proceed provided strict new practices are adhered to. Parents and guardians

wishing to have their children baptised are advised that they can do so provided the number of attendees is under 100 people and are strongly encouraged to limit the number of guests to just immediate family and godparents. Baptisms will also be staggered, meaning only one child may be baptised at a time, with the water to be refreshed for each ceremony. Funerals are subject to the same changes around attendance with only immediate family and loved ones encouraged to attend. Weddings in churches will be subject to the 100 and under rule. Where possible, the Bishop recommends postponing such events. Source: Media statement, Mar 18 Bishop Anthony Randazzo, Diocese of Broken Bay Reporter: Dilon Luke

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Gosford Anglican Priest, Fr Rod Bower, says he would support a national day of prayer as suggested by church group, Family Voice Australia, in response to the coronavirus, but he would prefer something that did not exclude people. “If a National Day of Prayer were to be called to express corporate connectedness, love and compassion, I am all for it,” Bower said. “However if it were to encourage the kind of thinking expressed by Margaret Court, that the ‘blood of Jesus’ will protect us from the virus, or the thinking in some churches that because communion wine is consecrated it will not transmit the virus, then such a day of prayer could be a very dangerous thing indeed. “Perhaps it would be better, so as not to create division, for the day to have an interfaith foundation.” But this would exclude people who did not identify as holding a faith, he said. “This then brings us to the idea of a National Day of Deep Consciousness. “The religious can pray, the spiritual can meditate, the atheist can practise awareness of the other. “Whatever happens, we will definitely gain a deeper understanding of our connectedness. “We will all be better off for that.” National Director, Charles Newington, said that as the nation sought to manage the pandemic, and with so many people anxious, Family Voice encouraged the Prime Minister to set a day for national prayer. “We ask for his leadership, not only to secure public safety, but to help calm a very anxious community by encouraging the nation to pray,” Newington said. Fr Rod said that because Australia needed to “flatten the curve” of the coronavirus, it was best that people did not participate in any unnecessary gatherings, and that included church. His famous sign outside his church said this week to self isolate but not for people to be isolated. “Social distancing does not necessarily mean total isolation, we must stay connected by phone, email, judicious use of social media and prayer,” he said. But he said the author C.S Lewis said, “Prayer doesn’t

change God, it changes me”. Dr Rod said prayer would not cause God to divert a pandemic any more than it would encourage God to cause an earthquake. “But prayer connects us to the ‘more’ and to each other,” he said. “Connection is what we need now more than ever. “Prayer is the space between

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us; so pray, hold each other in your deepest consciousness and in the Ultimate Consciousness. “Let people know that you will intentionally hold them in your heart for 10 minutes (or more) every day. “Light a candle for them, take a photo and send it to them, let them know they are loved. “We are all inextricably

connected, we are all part of the ‘one’, when you hurt, I hurt. “Prayer is the intentional consciousness of that reality and it is powerful, more powerful than we can imagine; it can be felt.” Source: Media release, Mar 16 Family Voice Australia Media statement, Mar 17 Fr Rod Bower

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Painting, drawing groups and classes, demonstarations and workshops. 7 days 10am-4pm, Cafe Tues-Drawing group 10am Wed - Painting group 9:30am 4392 4666 toukleyartgallery@gmail.com www.toukleyartgallery.com.au

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

CENTRAL COAST CARAVANNERS

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

COMMUNITY LEGAL CENTRE

Not for profit service providing free legal advice Mon - Fri 9am to 5pm 4353 4988 contact@centralcoastclc.org.au

50+ SINGLE & SOCIAL GROUP

WILDLIFE ARC

Fun & friendship Monthly progam of dinner, dancing, scrabble, cards, Tenpin etc.

Rescue and care for injured and orphan native animals. 24hr/day, 7days/week. Meet 3rd Sun Wyoming Community Centre, Maidens Brush Rd Wyoming 10am 4325 0666

SUNDAY LUNCH BUNCH

WINE APPRECIATION CLUB

0437 699 366 0407 003 214

Singles over 55 Luncheons 1st & 3rd Sun 0418 772 569 (after 2pm)

4340 1724

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TERRIGAL 50+ LEISURE & LEARNING CENTRE

Fitness, yoga, bridge, mahjong, zumba gold, line dancing, tai chi, painting, craft & computer classes. 4384 5152

penlighthouse@gmail.com www.peninsulalighthouse.info/

POLITICAL PARTIES

AL - ANON FAMILY GROUPS HEALTH

CENTRAL COAST GREENS

al-anon.org.au

centralcoast.nsw.greens.org.au centralcoastgreens@gmail.com

We offer hope and friendship for people affected by someone else’s drinking. Al-anon family groups meet weekly, please contact 1300 252 666

Local, state wide, national and international issues and campaigns Council and parliamentary representation 3rd Thur

Central Coast Leagues Club WYOMING 2nd Wed COMMUNITY CENTRE Taste and be educated on wine Community support, Zumba, LABOR PARTY CENTRAL COAST FAMILY by various wineries. OURIMBAH/ NARARA book club, community garden, CCLC INDOOR BOWLS HISTORY SOCIETY Purchases not mandatory facility hire, fine assistance, BRANCH Mon - Ladies Social Tue to Fri 9.30am 2.30pm Keith - 0420 722 529 volunteer opportunity, CDAT & Discussion/action community Wed Night & Sat - Mixed Social First Sat 9.30 - noon Fraser - 0416 831 088 OSHC/Vacation Care issues - 3 levels of Tuition given Thur 7pm - 9pm 4323 7483 Government Level 2, Central Coast Other times by appointment. LEARN TO DANCE accounts@gosfordcommunity.org.au Niagara Park Primary School Leagues Club 4324 5164 www.gosfordcommunity.org.au Social ballroom dancing for all 7.30pm 1st Mon 4334 3800 www.centralcoastfhs.org.au ages, all you need is a desire 0410 309 494 admin@centralcoasths.org.au to learn and dance, kyle.macgregor@hotmail.com GOSFORD NORTH no partner required. BRISBANE WATER PROBUS CLUB meet every Tues - St Luke’s PUBLIC SPEAKING ALCOHOLICS HISTORICAL SOCIETY 4th Tues, Grange Hotel, Anglican Church, 7pm ANONYMOUS • Coach tours • school Wyoming 10am & 15 Lorraine Ave Mon, Wed & Fri, BLUE GUM FLAT educational tours • annual 4322 5560 Berkeley Vale, 2:30pm 12.30pm - Someone cares, TOASTMASTERS street stalls • participation in Anne - 0409 938 345 Anglican Church Develop confidence by History Heritage Week anneglazier@y7mail.com GOSFORD AND DISTRICT 3 Mann St Gosford Margaret Pearce 4325 2270 improving your speaking skills. ORCHID SOCIETY 4323 3890 NAVAL ASSOCIATION OF 1st & 3rd Mon 7.15-9.30pm Persons interested in Orchids Ourimbah RSL AUSTRALIA CENTRAL FELLOWSHIP OF and their culture BETTER HEARING 4362 7227 COAST SUB-SECTION FIRST FLEETERS 4th Wed, 7.30pm AUSTRALIA Meets on the 2nd Sat of each For anyone interested in early Kincumber School of Arts, Hearing loss management month at Gosford RSL - 10am, history. Tora Ave, Kincumber Support and educational new memebrs most welcome, Don’t need to be a First Fleeter. 0405 669 707 groups providing practical Point Clare Community Hall gosfordorchidsociety@yahoo.com.au serving or ex ran, rn and other INNER WHEEL CLUBS experience and confidence commonwealth navies. 2nd Sat 10:30am Women working together to 4321 0275 0400 103 765 4392 1926 4311 6254 make a difference and improve SENIORS’ COMPUTER brucesmith59@bigpond.com lives while making new friends. CLUB PROSTATE CANCER Social outings and community Non-profit club to help COMMUNITY CENTRES SUPPORT GROUP involvment. members master computers, Last Fri 9.30am Wyong 3rd Wed 6.30pm BRISBANE WATER BRASS tablets, phones and keep up Terrigal Uniting Church Terrigal 3rd Mon 12 noon Brass Band entertainment GOSFORD 50+ LEISURE with grand children 380 Terrigal Dr, Terrigal for the community playing all Gosford North 2nd Wed 7pm Friendly Volunteer Helpers AND LEARNING CENTRE 4367 9600 0417 480 549 types of popular music scccc@internode.on.net Mon-Fri www.pcfa.org.au 0407 008 555 Google scccckincumber Wed 8pm -10pm Chess, darts, handicraft, 4307 9421 0419 274 012 indoor bowls, knitting, line DYING WITH DIGNITY LIONS CLUB OF WOY WOY dancing, origami, painting, Make new friends & have fun Campaigning to give those pencil drawing, scrabble, COASTAL A CAPPELLA TERRIGAL WAMBERAL while serving your community scrapbooking, sit & sew, table suffering unrelievable terminal Dynamic award winning RSL SUB-BRANCH 3rd Mon to incurable illness the choice tennis, Ukulele women’s a cappella chorus Pension and welfare officers Woy Woy Leagues Club to receive legal medical help to 4304 7065 Music eduction provided available to assist with DVA 0478 959 895 die. Erina Fair. Performance opportunities compensation claims and 02 4369 8053 Hire us for your next event. GOSFORD-NARARA benefits j2@heelstone.com.au ROTARY CLUB OF 0412 948 450 Breakers Country Club NEIGHBOURHOOD coastalacappella@gmail.com GOSFORD Wed & Fri 10am – Midday CENTRE Supporting local & overseas MEALS ON WHEELS Meet 2nd Sat 10am School Holiday activities, communities. Delicious meals delivered free 4384 2661 SOUNDWAVES playgroup, multicultural Share fellowship & fun. Join us for a midday meal Terrigal-WamberalSB@rslnsw. programs, community activities A cappella harmony for men Gosford Golf Club 6pm Thurs org.au. Help with shopping and Mon 7.00 to 9.30pm Rooms for Hire 0414 777 748 cooking classes Central Coast Leagues Club, 4329 4477 www.gosfordrotary.org.au 4363 7111 Dane Drive, Gosford admin@gnnc.com.au U3A CENTRAL COAST Max 4324 3631 Enjoy a diverse range of ROTARY CLUB OF Kieran 4324 1977 CANCER INFORMATION courses and activities for POINT CLARE GOSFORD NORTH seniors. Keep your mind active & SUPPORT SOCIETY COMMUNITY HALL Active community minded club. and make new friends. Promoting prevention, self-help SYMPHONY Community garden, paygroup, Many projects focussed on 0408 704 701 and freedom of choice in craft & exercise groups CENTRAL COAST assisting youth www.centralcoast.u3anet.org.au Function or meeting room hire therapies. Community Orchestra Henry Kendall Gardens 4323 7483 Rehearsals Wed 7.30 - 9.45pm Graham Black - 0410 509 071 grahamblack@outlook.com.au Summer 3rd Mon - 7pm, accounts@gosfordcommunity.org.au Erina VOLUNTEERING www.gosfordcommunity.org.au Winter 3rd Sat 2pm info@sympnonycentralcoast.com CENTRAL COAST SPECIAL INTEREST 0410 696 458 Refer potential volunteers

HISTORY GROUPS

HEALTH GROUPS

SERVICE GROUPS

MUSIC

to community organisations & provide support to them. Training to volunteers and managers of volunteers Info sessions held regularly. 4329 7122 recruit@volcc.org.au

KARIONG NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE

Early childhood clinic, free family law advice, active playgroup, computer classes, OOSH services, fitness classes, arts & crafts, over 50’s friendship group, youth group, & social groups.

cisscentralcoast@bigpond.com

PENINSULA LIGHTHOUSE Mobile counselling service supporting ALL people suffering from Domestic Violence Counselling services Mon, Ettalong Baptist Church, 0417 472 374

TEMPO TERRIFIC CONCERT BAND

Plays popular music for community events. Adult members play wind, brass and percussion 0405 619 980 www.tempoterrific.com

CENTRAL COAST GOJU-KAI KARATE

Traditional Karate & self defence for teens & adults No contracts, cheap rates Wamberal - Mon 6.30pm Kincumber - Thurs 7.15pm 0417 697 096 www.centralcoastgojukaikarate.com.au

CENTRAL COAST SOARING CLUB INC

Gliding Club, Learn to fly, Instruction FREE to members 14 and up Bloodtree Rd, Mangrove Mountain Thur, Sat, Sun 0412 164 082 0414 635 047 www.ccsoaring.com.au

SPIRITUALITY IN THE PUB

Ecumenical & interfaith speakers forum & Q&A. 1st Tues March to October 2nd Tues November 7.30 to 9pm Grange Hotel, Wyoming 4365 9197

WOMEN’S GROUPS WOMEN’S HEALTH CENTRES

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

SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL BRISBANE WATER

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

SPORT DOYALSON WYEE SOCCER CLUB

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

CCLC BRIDGE CLUB

Duplicate Bridge, partner not required. Central Coast Leagues Club 12.30pm Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri. Sat 1.30pm, Wed 7.15pm 4325 9854

www.cclcbridgeclub.asn.au cclcbridgeclub@westnet.com.au

If you would like your Community Organisation listed here call us on 4325 7369 or see www.coastcommunitynews.com.au Entries in the Not For Profit Community Organisations Directory are free. However, we require each organisation to subscribe to each newspaper to ensure that someone from that organisation keeps their entry up to date. Subscription rates $75 for 25 editions.

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BOOK REVIEW

CCN When we Believed in Mermaids Author: Barbara O’Neal Publisher: Lake Union Publishing

The book’s blurb describes it as an “emotional new tale of two sisters, an ocean of lies, and a search for the truth.” That grabbed my attention and the opening chapters really pulled me in – but, then I felt I had been misled. We meet Kit as she finishes a sixhour shift in the ER. A television in the break room broadcasts a disaster, a nightclub fire in New Zealand, when her attention is caught by the image of a woman stumbling through the smoke and debris. The image is unmistakable – it is her sister, Josie. The problem is that her sister has been dead for 15 years. (This is where I got hooked – Josie was killed by terrorists on a European train, vaporized, the same word used to describe what happened to a friend

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of mine in the World trade Centre.) Kit, naturally, is overwhelmed with emotions – grief, loss, anger. Her mum, Suzanne, also sees the footage and also believes she saw Josie.

Suzanne convinces Kit to go look for her sister. We then meet Mari. Mari is married to Simon, who is perfect. They live in Auckland, have two children and their life is perfect. (naturally, I hate them). Simon has just bought her Sapphire

House, “a two-story Art Deco mansion overlooking the harbor.” It was the house of Veronica Parker, a murdered film star from the 1930’s. As Mari wanders around the mansion her thoughts turn to her ten-year-old self and her sister. During Kit’s flight to New Zealand she recalls her dysfunctional family. Her parents owned a restaurant, her father cooked, while her mum minded front of house. Josie and Kit were often left to their own devises as mum and dad were too busy arguing, drinking, or loving. Dylan was a troubled boy that came into their lives and took care of the girls. He taught them to surf, made sure they went to school. Josie was a rebel when she was younger and later on an addict. When Kit arrives in New Zealand and starts to search for her sister, she meets Javier, a dashing Spaniard and famous guitarist and dabbles in a little romance.

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Kit really doesn’t do romance, except for James, from high school. The story then begins to present questions in the reader’s mind. Can Kit accept love? Will she ever find her sister? What will happen when she does find her? At this point, the book turns sharply south - I continued reading it because I bought it and I hate wasting money, but I’d lost interest - I felt a bit manipulated. I did a search and find out that the genre is “romance novel”, “chick lit”. Yikes! I chose poorly. Basically, When We Believed in Mermaids is a story of childhood, of lost innocence, passion and of longhidden secrets and betrayals – lies that must be faced for two sisters to be whole as adults. Frankly, it doesn’t really get there … and there’s not a lot of passion either. This is what I get for judging a book by its cover. Kim Reardon The Reluctant Book Critic

MOVIE REVIEW

CCN Bloodshot Director: David S. F. Wilson Rating: M

Bloodshot is a science fiction superhero film based on the Valiant Comics character of the same name. After leading a successful rescue operation in Mombasa, US Marine Ray Garrison (Vin Diesel) and his wife Gina (Talulah Riley) holiday at an Italian beachside town when they are killed by a group of mercenaries led by Martin Axe (Toby Kebbell). Garrison is then resurrected by Rising Spirit Tech, a company that specializes in developing cybernetic enhancements for disabled US military personnel. The company’s CEO, Dr. Emil Harting (Guy Pearce), tells Garrison that he is the first person they have successfully resurrected using his special nanite technology. Garrison is also introduced to Dr Harting’s other patients including former US Navy diver “KT” (Eiza Gonzales) with whom he strikes up a romantic friendship. After experiencing flashbacks of Gina however, Garrison escapes the

laboratory seeking to avenge Gina’s death. Using the nanites to slice into computer databases, Ray tracks down Axe to Budapest and executes the mercenary. Only then do we learn that Rising Spirit has, in fact, planted false memories of Gina’s death into Garrison in a plot to eliminate their rivals. Garrison is then sent to kill others who he is re-programmed to believe are his wife’s killers, including Nick Baris (Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson). When Baris is killed, an EMP bomb is detonated and Garrison’s communications with Rising Spirit are severed. Upon learning the truth about Harting’s real purpose, Garrison joins forces with KT and Baris’ former programmer, Wilfred Wigans (Lamorne Morris), to try and escape the reaches of Rising Spirit and a final encounter with Harting and his deadly naniteladen assassins. Well, it’s easy to be critical of this film – it has received mostly negative reviews from critics around the world. But it has grossed $25 million worldwide, so it’s not quite in “expensive flop” territory.

Many have suggested it is a solid filler for the “Fast and Furious” crowd to tide them over until the next offering from that high-paced, macho soap opera series. Others however have described it as a poor rip-off of Universal Soldier with elements of Robocop. There is also very little in the way of real suspense. Since Garrison’s blood cells have been replaced with tiny insect-like nanites that knit his body back together when he’s injured, he is practically invincible. This allows him to take hundreds of bullets, get run over by a truck, and survive point blank grenade explosions. A select group of 14 year olds who saw it this weekend said it had some good special effects, but for the most part it was just plain “more-of-thesame” unengaging –a stream of mindless action and violence without much storyline or character development. If they weren’t impressed, the chances are neither will you be. Ross Barry

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WHERE DO YOU GET IT?

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FOLLOWING IS A COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF COAST COMMUNITY NEWS PICKUP LOCATIONS, PAPERS ARE DELIVERED TO ALL OF THESE LOCATIONS EVERY FRIDAY

AVOCA BEACH Bowling and Recreation Club Avoca Dr & Townsend Ave Avoca Beach Hotel 326-360 Avoca Dr Australia Post 1/181 Avoca Dr Avoca Beach Picture Theatre 69 Avoca Dr

DAVISTOWN Living Choice Alloura Waters 1 Murna Rd Davistown RSL Club 19 Murna Rd Davistown Cellars Paringa Ave

EMPIRE BAY United Service Station 306 Empire Bay Dr Empire Bay Tavern 1 Poole Cl

ERINA PRP Diagnostic Imaging 167 The Entrance Rd Coles Express 211 The Entrance Rd

Rose Café 620-658 Terrigal Dr Aroma Café 419 Terrigal Dr Muffin Break Erina Fair Shopping Ctr

IGA Xpress East Gosford 87/91 Victoria St Chemist Outlet 52 York St East Gosford Pharmacy 69 Victoria St

Coles Erina 620 - 658 Terrigal Dr

Cafe Expresso Eat in & Takeaway 51 Victoria St

Woolworths 620-658 Terrigal Dr

East Gosford Newsagency 53-55 Victoria St

Supanews Erina Fair Erina Fair Shopping Centre

Ooomph Café 26A Adelaide St

Erina Library Unit AZ02, 620-658 Terrigal Drive

East Gosford Medical Centre 22 Brougham St

ETTALONG Ettalong 50+ Leisure and Learning Broken Bay Rd & Karingi St

FORRESTERS BEACH Forresters Beach Retirement Village 1001 The Entrance Rd

GOSFORD

Presbyterian Aged Care 19/21 Victoria St

WEST GOSFORD Coles West Gosford Shopping Centre Michel’s Patisserie West Gosford Shopping Centre

382 Avoca Dr

KARIONG

MANGROVE MOUNTAIN

Kariong Neighbourhood Centre 10 Langford Dr

Mangrove Mountain Memorial Club & Golf Course 18 Hallards Rd

FoodWorks 5/4 Mitchell Dr

Mangrove Mountain General Store Waratah Rd

Australia Post 3/4-8 Mitchell Dr Kariong Kakes Pies & Bread 4 Mitchell Dr Kariong Tavern 10 Langford Dr Liquorland 6-8 Central Coast Hwy Coles Express 6/8 Pacific Hwy

KINCUMBER Coles Kincumber Village Shopping Centre

CENTRAL MANGROVE Central Coast Plateau Medical Centre 1639 Nurses Rd Westy’s Place 1650 Wisemans Ferry Rd Mangrove Produce True Value Hardware 1668 Wisemans Ferry Rd

NARARA

Kincumber Kebabs 36 Empire Bay Dr

PEATS RIDGE Corrugated Cafe 780 Peats Ridge Rd

Kincumber Men’s Shed Killuna Road

Caltex 1112 Peats Ridge Rd

The Bungalow’s Village Park 474 Terrigal Dr

Central Coast Leagues Club 1 Dane Dr

Metro Petroleum 57 Central Coast Hwy

Kincumber Uniting Church 152 Avoca Dr

The Bungalow’s Village Park 474 Terrigal Dr

Brisbane Water (NSW) Legacy 51-57 Masons Parade

The Springs 1080 Peats Ridge Rd

Oldfield Cellars 1/57 Central Coast Hwy

Kincumber Public School Avoca Dr

McDonald’s Erina 2 Terrigal Dr

Montis Ashore 42 Masons Parade

Hungry Jack’s 57 Pacific Hwy

Ritchies SUPA IGA 3/216-218 The Entrance Rd

Gosford Sailing Club 28 Masons Parade

Red Rooster 52 Pacific Hwy

Kincumber & District Neighbourhood centre 20-22 Kincumber St

Wood Glen Retirement Village 105 Karalta Rd

the Lott 152 Mann Street

Gosford RSL Club 26 Central Coast Hwy

Kincumber Community Health Centre 20 Kincumber St

Tarragal Glen Retirement Village 6 Tarragal Glen Ave

The Bon Pavilion café 159 Mann St

Yallambee Lodge 22-32 Yallambee Ave

Waterford Retirement Village 24 Kincumber St

Free Choice Tobacconist Imperial Centre

Evergreen Life Care Yallambee Ave

Coles Express Avoca Dr &, Bungoona Rd

Greenlife Erina 33 Karalta Rd

Central Coast Council Gosford Office 49 Mann Street

McDonald’s 65 Pacific Highway

Kincumber Library 3 Bungoona Rd

Erina Leagues Club 18 Ilya Ave

Gosford Police Station 9-11 Mann St

KFC 69 Central Coast Hwy

McDonald’s Avoca Dr

Platinum Building 4 Ilya Ave

Gosford Railway Café Gosford Railway Station

Adam Crouch MP Office Shop 3 Fountain Plaza, 148 158 The Entrance Rd

The Art Barn Plaster Painting 11 Kirrawee Rd

ERINA FAIR Service desk Erina fair

St Joseph’s Catholic College Russell Drysdale St Lions Club Community Hall 8 Russell Drysdale St Nutmeg 54 York St

Peninsula Village 91 Pozieres Ave

Woolworths 261-275 Trafalgar Street Corner, West St ALDI 310 Trafalgar Ave

WAMBERAL

Caltex 656 The Entrance Rd

Singo’s Wholesale Meats 1A Racecourse Rd

Ritchies SUPA IGA 375 The Entrance Rd

UMINA BEACH

ABCOE Factory Outlet 16 Washington Ave

Gosford Masonic Centre 86-88 Mann St

St Edward’s College 13 Frederick St

Terrigal Bowling Club 4 Wilson Rd

Bakehouse 2000 36 Empire Bay Dr

Aurrum Aged Care 351 Terrigal Dr

EAST GOSFORD

Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific Pine Tree Ln

West Gosford Amcal+ Pharmacy Shop 17/299 Brisbane Water Dr

Brentwood Village 1 Scaysbrook Dr

7-Eleven 53/55 Central Coast Hwy

News@Terrigal 56 Terrigal Esplanade

Wamberal Newsagency 774 The Entrance Rd

The Lott 299 Brisbane Water Drive

Erina Pharmacy 148/158 The Entrance Rd Erina Newsagency & Post Office 158 The Entrance Rd PRP Diagnostic Imaging 167 The Entrance Rd

Terrigal Sands 12-30 Duffys Rd

SPAR Niagara Park Shopping Centre

Imperial Centre 171 Mann St

Gosford Golf Club 22 Racecourse Rd

Terrigal Fifty Plus Leisure and Learning Centre Cnr Terrigal Drive and Duffys Rd

Nautical Village 57 Empire Bay Dr

The Sunken Monkey Hotel 207 The Entrance Rd

Pine Needles Lifestyle Estate 61 Karalta Rd

TERRIGAL

GREEN POINT Coles Sun Valley Rd Butchery @ Green Point Shop 4/7 Sun Valley Rd Green Point News Shop 7 Green Point Shopping Centre Broadlands Village 9 Milpera Rd Meals on Wheels 96 Koolang Rd Green Point Community Centre 96 Koolang Rd ALDI Avoca Dr &, Bayside Dr Green Point Christian College

KFC 38 Avoca Dr Domino’s Pizza Shop 2/34 Avoca Dr

KULNURA General Store, Indian Restaurant & Cafe 4 Greta Rd

LISAROW Coles 11 Parsons Rd Lisarow Newsagency 13/1 Parsons Rd Woolworths 3 Parsons Rd

POINT CLARE Acorn Garden Centre 229 Brisbane Water Dr Fairhaven Services Brisbane Water Dr Fare Cravin’ café 209 Brisbane Water Dr BaptistCare Orana Aged Care Centre 193/201 Brisbane Water Dr ALDI 53-59 Brisbane Water Dr This Little Piggy Eat & Drink 7/51 Brisbane Water Drive & Talinga Ave

SARATOGA IGA Shop 7 Village Rd Saratoga Medical Centre 1/10 Villge Rd Newsagency 10 Village Rd

Wamberal Surgery 662 The Entrance Rd Pharmacist Advice 658 The Entrance Rd Wamberal Gardens Retirement Village 1 Spencer St Breakers Country Club 64 Dover Rd

WOY WOY Ms Liesl Tesch MP Office 20 Blackwall Rd Peninsula Plaza Blackwall Rd Deepwater Plaza Railway St Peninsula Leisure Centre 243 Blackwall Rd

WYOMING Wyoming Newsagency Shop 6, Wyoming Shopping Village Coles Pacific Hwy ALDI 489 Pacific Hwy KFC 468 Pacific Hwy Adelene Retirement Village 1 Birch Rd

Blooms The Chemist Shop 11, Saratoga Shopping Village

SOMERSBY Waterfall Café 49 Parklands Rd General Store & Takeaway 841 Wisemans Ferry Rd Central Coast Tractors 51 Smiths Rd

IF YOU WOULD LIKE YOUR LOCATION ADDED TO THIS LIST FOR MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC TO ACCESS, PLEASE LET US KNOW.

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ANZAC Day commemorations cancelled across the Coast RSL NSW has confirmed that ANZAC Day services on the Coast have officially been cancelled as the organisation takes steps to safeguard the community from Coronavirus. In a statement released on March 16, RSL NSW Acting State President, Ray James, said the difficult decision to cancel all public commemorations across NSW had been made following discussions with the State Government. “The risk to vulnerable people during the current health situation is simply too high for these events to continue in their traditional format. “Given the significant concerns around the spread of COVID-19, it would be irresponsible to allow such large gatherings as we see

each year on ANZAC Day to go ahead. “This is not a decision we have taken lightly. “The RSL has a responsibility to act in the best interests of veterans and the general public. “In these uncertain times, we must follow the advice of medical experts and do everything we can to protect the community,” he said. This blanket cancellation incorporates all forms of commemoration from Dawn Services to marches. In a second statement released on March 17, James confirmed the RSL NSW Board was working with the State Government to plan an alternative commemoration that can be televised so people across the state had a way to honour Australia’s servicepeople.

If this option does proceed, more information on this service will be made available once plans are finalised. Central Coast District Council of RSLs President, Greg Mawson, said the Central Coast district would be complying with this decision and warned members they could face litigation should any go rouge and hold any form of ceremony. “All Sub-Branches within the Central Coast District Council are hereby put on notice that they are to hold no ANZAC Services at all which includes schools, retirement villages, nursing homes. “Under no circumstances are people to gather anywhere on the Coast to observe ANZAC activities this year,” he said. Mawson, who is also the President of the Gosford RSL Sub-Branch, said he’d even been advised by NSW RSL that

flag raising ceremonies could not be observed, even if numbers were kept to a minimal, and that individual Sub-Branches could face hefty penalties if they ignore these directives. “While the District is disappointed with this outcome we understand the decision and strongly recommend all members comply,” Mawson said. Mawson said the District would be keeping in contact with relevant stakeholders as developments unfolds and said talks were underway to see if a celebration could be held on the Coast later in the year. Source: Press releases, Mar 16-18 Ray James, RSL NSW Interview, Mar 18 Greg Mawson, Central Coast District Council of RSLs Reporter: Dilon Luke

Meals on Wheels clients will receive one four pack of toilet paper Meals on Wheels Central Coast has partnered with Woolworths to ensure that vulnerable people in the community can still get their daily essentials, as the community bunkers down to face the spread of Coronavirus. The partnership ensures that elderly people and people living with disability who are Meals on Wheels Central Coast clients, will receive one four pack of toilet paper, which has become hard to come by following mass panic buying around the region. The valued commodity will be issued to clients with their regular meal deliveries. “With the current hysteria surrounding toilet paper, we were concerned that our clients were not getting the basic supplies that they needed,” said Meals on Wheels CEO, Dennis Taylor. “Woolworths have been incredibly generous in supplying us with the packs of toilet paper that will assist our

clients over coming weeks. “We are thrilled to team up with Woolworths to help the more vulnerable members of our community. “Meals on Wheels Central Coast is doing everything possible to ensure that all our aged and disabled clients on

the Coast are given every opportunity to be kept healthy and well in their own homes during the Coronavirus event,” Taylor said. The partnership with Woolworths will not just be limited to the Central Coast, with Meals on Wheels

organisations across the state also benefiting from the initiative. The announcement comes as Meals on Wheels outlined its own stringent new measures to ensure that their service could be maintained as the disease spreads.

“Measures have been taken to ensure business continuity so that we can continue to offer their meal delivery service to our clients,” Taylor said. “As well as mandatory hand washing and sanitising of hands upon entry to the office and exit to all sites, gloves and

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masks have also been made available to volunteers. “Contactless delivery options will be offered to all clients, and volunteers will still ensure that the clients are home to take delivery of their food that will be left in a sealed box on their doorstep. “We will continue to provide our social welfare service ensuring that our clients are well before departing the property. “The contactless delivery is an option available to all clients and is not compulsory. “Our Community Restaurants will cease to operate from March 18, as social distancing is not possible, and the protection of our clients from health risks is of paramount importance. “Meals on Wheels Central Coast will be doing a month by month review of the situation.” Source: Press releases, Mar 13-16 Pip Wilson, Meals on Wheels Central Coast

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Supermarkets make changes to cope with panic buying Coles and Woolworths Supermarkets have rolled out new measures for COVID-19 vulnerable customers. Coles and Woolworths Supermarkets have both announced temporary additional shopping hours to ensure that those most at risk from Coronavirus can do their shopping without fear of missing out. Both supermarket giants announced earlier this March that they’d be rolling out a dedicated shopping hour for the elderly, those living with disability and other groups deemed more at risk. The move was prompted by unprecedented demand in supermarkets over the past few weeks, which has seen many vulnerable community members miss out on vitals like toilet paper and other essentials.

Woolies and Coles have both announced new arrangements for their most COVID-19 vulnerable customers

The shopping hour at both supermarkets will run from 7am to 8am with customers required to have a government issued Pensioner Concession Card, Commonwealth Seniors Health Card, Companion Card or Health Care Card to be able to shop at this time.

Woolworths is trialling the shopping hour until March 20 and will subsequently review the measure. Coles has not specified if its ‘Community Shopping Hour’ has an end date and has also announced it will be putting on 5000 new casuals to help meet

demand on the shop floor, additional online delivery drivers and that it will make sweeping changes to its online shopping service. “This temporary measure will give vulnerable people the opportunity to shop before our stores officially open, helping

them obtain the essential items they need most in a less crowded environment,” said Woolworths Supermarkets Managing Director, Claire Peters. Coles CEO, Steven Cain said: “We believe all Australians deserve the right to access their share of grocery items, particularly the elderly and the vulnerable, who need some extra help during this challenging time.” Meanwhile, Aldi Supermarkets have temporarily changed their trading hours to ensure staff and suppliers have adequate time to restock, deliver and clean stores as Coronavirus fuelled panic buying continues. Aldi released an official statement on March 18, confirming stores would now be trading from 9:30am to 7pm for the foreseeable future. “Our employees, business

partners and transport operators have been working incredibly hard to deliver more products than ever into stores each day. “We want to let you know that there is more than enough food to go around; we just need your patience and support. “We will continue to reevaluate these hours on a weekly basis and communicate the decision to either uphold these hours or return to normal trading hours. “We appreciate that these new times may be an inconvenience and we thank you in advance for your understanding,” the statement reads. Source: Press releases, Mar 16 Woolworths Group Media Coles Media Media statement, Mar 18 Aldi Australia

Erina Fair urges residents to continue to support local retailers Erina Fair has urged residents to continue to support local retailers during the coronavirus pandemic, with the Centre remaining fully open with extra safety precautions in place. Centre Manager, Stephen Ross, said the safety and wellbeing of customers, centre staff and local community was the highest priority. “As countries around the

world continue to respond to the unprecedented coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, we’re monitoring the situation very closely and have already put in place a number of measures to ensure the health and safety of visitors to our Centre,” Ross said. “Our centre management team has been trained in preventative and reactive measures, in line with guidelines from health

authorities. “We have also increased the frequency of cleaning of common areas, bathrooms, parents’ rooms, play areas, elevators and escalators with hospital grade disinfectant. “We have displayed public health signage throughout the Centre and have provided additional hand sanitisers for customers and centre staff. “Erina Fair has made the proactive decision to postpone

our upcoming events and activations. “We hope to reschedule these events at a later date, and we’ll keep you updated via our website and social channels. “We’re sorry for the inconvenience, but it’s important that we act responsibly. “Our Centre remains fully open and trading so our retailers can continue to provide our community

essential products and services. “Retailers are working hard to maintain stock levels as best as they can, and we thank you for your patience and support of them. “Please continue to support your local retailers and community. “When shopping, you may wish to use a sanitiser wipe supplied by many supermarkets to wipe down your trolley

before and after use. “Paying with a debit or credit card also means you do not need to exchange cash. “We will continue to monitor the evolving situation and advice of the Australian Government Department of Health and will update our valued customers.” Source: Media release, Mar 18 Erina Fair Centre Manager, Stephen Ross

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Laycock St Theatre programmes cancelled until at least April 30 Central Coast Council has advised that all shows due to take place at Laycock St Theatre have been postponed until at least April 30, as Council moves to curb all non-essential Council services, events and activities to slow the spread of Coronavirus on the Coast. The decision comes following the Federal Government’s latest regulations on public gatherings which has seen the threshold for events drop from 500 people to 100. The news also sees the cancellation of the Gosford

Mamma Mia performances cancelled

Changed traffic conditions Motorists are advised of changed traffic conditions at Railway Cres as duplication work continues on the Pacific Hwy upgrade between Ourimbah and Lisarow. There will be no right turn onto the Pacific Hwy from

Railway Cres on weekdays between 7am and 5pm, from March 16 onwards. These changes are expected to be in place for up to three weeks. Motorists wanting to travel south on the highway from Railway Cres are able to turn around at the Walmsley turn

around bay on the Pacific Hwy. The changes are required for the safety of all road users and workers as building work continues on the Pacific Hwy duplication.

Musical Society’s (GMS) final performances of the ABBA inspired Mamma Mia musical due to take place on March 20 and 21. The Laycock’s Box Office team has advised that all ticketholders for these two shows are eligible for a full refund and that staff would be contacting them as soon as possible. The community is asked to be patient and understanding as the Box Office team undertake this endeavor. More information about refunds for shows up until April 30 will be made available as decisions are made.

Council has advised that April 30 is merely a best case scenario and that shows after this date may not proceed. GMS President, Roslyn English, has also announced that the GMS was suspending all activities until further notice to safeguard members from COVID-19. This decision will impact all aspects of upcoming GMS productions, with more announcements to come as the situation unfolds. Source: Press releases, Mar 19 Central Coast Council Roslyn English, Gosford Musical Society

To The Point lecture series cancelled

Source: Media release, Mar 13 RMS Media

Regional Show cancelled The Central Coast Regional Show has been cancelled. Show Executive Committee Chair, Roma Stonestreet, confirmed the cancellation on March 17. “The Executive Committee of the ASC of NSW Ltd met on the 17th to discuss the implications on agricultural shows of the

future, so the Central Coast Regional Show will not be proceeding,” Stonestreet said. The show was meant to take place over April 25-26 at Gosford.

Order under Section 7 of the Public Health Act 2010 to force immediate cancellation of public events with more than 500 people in response to COVID-19. “Tim Capp, ASC President stressed the importance that all shows comply with this directive for the foreseeable

Source: Press release, Mar 17 Roma Stonestreet, Central Coast Regional Show

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Dr James Dunk

Green Point Christian College has advised that its informative To The Point lecture series has been cancelled until further notice due to Coronavirus concerns. Designed to inform, inspire

and connect the Green Point community with some of Australia’s brightest minds, the free to attend lecture series was to bring in expert speakers to present on a range of topics in the hopes of fostering a lifelong love of learning and discovery.

The first event was to take place at the College on April 7 and was to feature University of Sydney Historian, Dr James Dunk. Source: Email, Mar 19 Brendan Wood, Green Point Christian College

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Sporting Cancellations (as at Thursday, March 19) Football Federation Australia (FFA) and the Central Coast Mariners

hold a (revised) 2020 competition, hopefully commencing from May 16, with a format to be confirmed. The Season Launch has been cancelled. Xplorer Training at Breakers is cancelled. Club Council meeting at Bateau Bay Bowling Club on March 23 is cancelled.

All remaining Hyundai A-League and Westfield W-League games in the 2020 season will be played behind closed doors and closed to the public All sanctioned grassroots football competitions and associated training will be suspended from Wednesday, March 18 until Tuesday, April 14. In addition, the Central Coast Mariners office in Tuggerah is closed to external visitors. Staff will still be available by phone on 02 4353 7200 or emailing info@ccmariners.com. au. The training facility at Tuggerah is also closed to all external visitors.

NSW Rugby League The NSWRL has announced that all 2020 Community Rugby League competitions and activities have been postponed until at least May 1, effective immediately, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. AFL Hunter Central Coast The AFL Hunter Central Coast 2020 season, including all Auskick, junior, senior and social competitions, will be postponed until May 31. Specifically: all community football activities including training, trial games and competition matches; all community football events including representative football; and all club Auskick activities, are postponed effective immediately until May 31. Postponed Junior Representative training (scheduled for Friday March 20)

Central Coast Rugby Union (CCRU) All community rugby related activities are postponed until the first week of May. Therefore, there will be no training, no games (including trials, competition matches and representative rugby) during this time and the CCRU recommend limited face-to-face meetings. The CCRU Board has indicated that it will do everything it can to

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6,000 Tuggerah lakes flood management and the recent storms and flooding around the lakes. Harris said that even though a Tuggerah Lakes Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan was completed in November, 2014, and adopted by the former Wyong Shire Council, which pointed out It was after Shadow Minister serious issues, neither local nor for the Central Coast, Wyong state government had done MP, David Harris, raised any significant work since then.

Crouch said that “six times since 2019, February 26, March 26, October 8, February 11, November 25 and December 9, motions were raised in Central Coast Council to look at addressing the issues (about) dredging and the quality of the lakes”. Mehan responded: “What have you done, big mouth? You’ve done nothing.” Crouch: “Those Motions were blocked by the Labor and The Greens councillors …

interesting that Members opposite come in here and cry crocodile tears”. Mehan: “You need to fund it. You got them into this situation, you dope.” Crouch: “You guys blocked the funding for Ettalong and you have done it for The Entrance.” Mehan: “You haven’t got a clue. You didn’t open your mouth until after the floods.” Crouch: “You should be

ashamed of yourself. You are The newly revamped totally out of your depth buddy.” Kariong Fire Station will be Mehan: “You are f****** officially opened in early hopeless.” April following a $2.75M Crouch: “Sorry, what was facelift. that?” See page 5 Mehan: “You are hopeless. You are effing hopeless.” At this point, Temporary Speaker, Sonia Hornery, directed Mehan to leave the Chamber and she also said Crouch’s comments were “controversial”.

Mayor derides dismissal motion as “hateful campaign” Central Coast Mayor, Lisa Matthews, has described an unsuccessful motion at the Council meeting on February 24 to force her to resign, as prompted by a “hateful campaign” fuelled by politically motivated social media groups. “People took a natural disaster and made it a political football”, Cr Matthews said of the motion from Councillors Bruce McLachlan and Greg Best, who called for her resignation due to “an unprecedented collapse in community confidence in Council”. Cr Matthews came in for criticism over her failure to

relation to information provided to the Mayor that was shared with the media”. The release said Council staff had “incorrectly indicated to the Office of the Mayor that Council required approval to open an additional channel at The Entrance during this natural disaster event”, information which the Mayor shared with media. “Central Coast Council holds licences administered by the NSW Department of Planning, Central Coast Mayor, Lisa Matthews Industry and Environment secure the opening of The There were also suggestions (Crown Land) and by the NSW Entrance Channel in the wake that she had misled the public. Department of Primary of a severe storm event in the But a media release was Industries authorising Council region on February 7-9, which issued by Council on February to undertake maintenance saw thousands of homes and 21 to “correct the record in dredging and beach businesses in the area flooded.

Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) has reminded residents that online grocery delivery services are available. See page 6

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nourishment in the vicinity of the channel at The Entrance and The Entrance North following notification to the appropriate government department,” the release said. Central Coast Council CEO, Gary Murphy, said there was no intention on the part of Council staff to mislead the Central Coast community or the Office of the Mayor. “Staff made an honest mistake in respect of the information they provided to the Office of the Mayor and the Mayor has then unknowingly relayed this incorrect information to the media,” Murphy said. Continued page 4

Thousands of retirees on the Central Coast may see the impact of the coronavirus showing up on their retirement account balances as share markets around the world went into free fall this week.

Erica Johnstone with one of the birthday joeys

St Anselm and the Proof of God

“I wish I’d been born in 1000 AD”, Robbo said while looking wistfully out over Brisbane Water. See page 33

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The Australian Reptile park breeding program, the seven Koalas are thought to be on The Park’s Mammal Keeper, Following their eucalyptus is celebrating seven of the koala joeys have all been track to become completely Erica Johnstone, said staff leaf party, the joeys napped in world’s cutest animals, as named after various Disney extinct by 2050, with their were excited that the koala their favourite spots for a swathe of koala joeys characters by their keepers. numbers plummeting by a third joeys were all growing up to be eighteen hours, as is customary turn one. The joeys’ high social media between 1990 and 2010 due to “healthy, happy individuals for koalas after a big day. habitat destruction, with unique personalities that Affectionately dubbed the profile has made them Source: deforestation, fragmentation, are a part of an important Lucky Seven in 2019 after ambassadors for the koala Media release, Mar 4 cars and dogs. breeding program here at the Australian Reptile Park being bred into the Park’s species and raising awareness. Australian Reptile Park”.

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water not being fit to bathe or wash clothes in. Killcare Heights resident, Sharon McEvoy, is convinced that drinking the brownish water over recent weeks resulted in “the worst case of diarrhoea I have ever experienced”. Ratepayers from Point Clare “About a fortnight ago, I to the Peninsula, Empire Bay started to get really sick with diarrhoea and battled it for a and Killcare Heights, have reported muddy looking water week before going to the pouring from the taps inside doctor, who conducted some their homes, with numerous tests,” she said. accounts on social media of “He said tests had revealed aeromonas in my system and

Construction is expected to begin on the Terrigal boardwalk and viewing platform in April .

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legal to mine for uranium within NSW boundaries for the first time since 1987, the prohibition on nuclear facilities would remain in place as a result of prohibitions enacted in federal legislation. But Catley said that Deputy Premier, John Barilaro, had made it clear that he supports An Upper House inquiry into the building of new nuclear the Uranium Mining and power stations. Nuclear Facilities (Prohibitions) “While there is also federal Repeal Bill 2019 has legislation in this space, it is recommended repealing the clear that the Deputy Premier sees the removal of the current original bill in its entirety. “There will be a nuclear power station in my lifetime” Although this would make it ban on uranium mining and - Taylor Martin, MLC nuclear power in NSW as the

The Central Coast is set to join the elite set of socalled Gigabit Cities around the world with an announcement that is set to offer extreme internet speeds. See page 14 Woy Woy Philosophy Society

first step towards that objective,” she said. “Potential nuclear power station sites were identified at Eraring, Vales Point and Munmorah in 2018, but nuclear is not the answer to the problem of climate change. Missive #12: Do I exist? “Nuclear is too expensive and too dangerous. “I think I’ve had an epiphany “The future lies in large scale Joffa.” renewable energy projects that It wasn’t that unusual for bring together wind, solar and Thommo to have an epiphany other renewable technologies – sometimes he could have up to meet our needs. to three a day. Continued page 5

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Postponed -Women’s Invitational (Saturday March 28) Postponed - AFL HCC Season Launch (Sunday March 29) Postponed - Women’s Local representative games (Monday April 13) Postponed - AFL HCC Men’s & Women’s representative games vs South Coast (Saturday May 16) Central Coast Cricket Association (CCCA) Cricket NSW announced its support of Cricket Australia’s strong recommendations and will immediately stop playing cricket at all levels for the remainder of the season. They advise that all other associations and competitions across NSW should cancel their remaining matches and seriously consider cancelling or postponing end-of-season functions. McDonald’s NSW Premier Cricket titles will be awarded to the Minor Premier in each grade. Central Coast Basketball

health and safety of our athletes and staff. Athletics Australia Athletics Australia and all State Member Associations have decided to postpone all competitions and events until May 1 at the earliest. This includes local and state cross country, track and field and road events. Competitions have already commenced in some states, so for the latest information and updates, the relevant Member Associations should be contacted. Central Coast Hockey Association (CCHA) The Central Coast Hockey season start will be delayed by six weeks to May 2,in accordance with advice from Hockey NSW. Hockey NSW will be posting updates about the state of the sport to its website as they become available. Netball

Central Coast Basketball has indicated business will proceed as usual, with the situation being assessed daily, but with the following restrictions to apply to Domestic Basketball Competition, Aussie Hoops, Domestic Skills Program, Basketball Minis, Sunday Scrimmage and External Hirers. People in attendance will be limited to essential support personnel and parents (limit of one parent per player) and anyone experiencing symptoms or who has been in contact with someone with the coronavirus should not attend. People over the age of 50 should reconsider attending games. Anyone entering the building will be required to use (provided) hand sanitiser. To avoid congestion in the foyer during games, players and spectators are to arrive to the stadium no earlier than 10 minutes prior to the scheduled start time and exit via alternate doors. Canteen will be closed. Sign in sheets and information forms will need to be completed, which include a declaration regarding overseas travel in the last 14 days. School groups using the stadium will be required to follow the above procedure. For Representative Programs (Central Coast Crusaders and Rebels), team training will continue as normal and provisions will be made at external venues to ensure the

Netball NSW announced on March 16 that the season’s launch has been pushed back by more than a month to May 2, as the sport adopts Coronavirus control measures. A spokesperson for Netball NSW said this should include all activity:playing,training,grading, umpire training etc. at all levels up to and including Metro League/Regional League. Gosford Association Secretary, Leanne Phillips, said her Association would be complying with all directives from Netball NSW and had committed to the postponement of games, training and events.

Locally, SLS Central Coast has cancelled the remainder of the season's activities including Branch Masters and Opens, the 2 remaining Streets Boat Series events, the Youth Leadership Camp, and the Beachletics event. Cycling Australia Cycling Australia advises the following status of a number of upcoming major events. National Track Championships Juniors (Cancelled), Elite/J19 (Postponed), Six Day – Brisbane Will Not Take Place as Scheduled, Oceania Road Championships – Postponed, Tour de Brisbane: More Information to come, BMXA National Championships – Postponed, Rampfest C1 International (BMX Freestyle) – Cancelled. Baseball NSW Baseball NSW advise that it will be postponing all baseball related activities from Wednesday, March 18 until Thursday April 30. This includes all training, organisation activities, team meetings, events, tournaments and competitions during this period as well as the following events: 2020 Australian Women’s Championships – scheduled for April 10-17 has been postponed;

2020 Performance Pathway Program – scheduled for April has been postponed to May; 2020 Super Series – scheduled to begin April 19 has been postponed until further notice; 2020 Charter Little League State Championships – all postponed until further notice; 2020 State League Finals, Womens League Finals and Winter League Competitions scheduled to begin in April will be all be postponed until Saturday, May 2. Central Coast Council / Central Coast Stadium The Central Coast Stadium 20year Anniversary that was planned for March 29 has been cancelled. The NRL Round 2 game Roosters v Sea Eagles match scheduled for Saturday, March 21, will be played at Leichhardt Oval instead of Central Coast Stadium- and will still be closed to public. All sporting competitions of large group participants at Council-run leisure centres are also cancelled. If you would like to make an announcement via CCN regarding Covid19 related cancellations please email us at: covid19news@ centralcoastnews.net

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Surfing Surfing NSW has made the decision to reschedule and/or cancel all events until the end of April. Cancelled events include the Billabong Oz Grom Cup. The Hydralyte Sports WSL Pro Junior, the Northern Beaches Junior Regional Titles and the Barney Miller Classic will all be postponed until further notice. Surfing NSW will be processing refunds to cancelled events. The NSW Longboard and SUP Titles are currently still set to take place throughout early May at Port Stephens. Surfing NSW will not be running any scheduled Surfers Rescue 24/7 courses in March and April and will endeavour to reschedule all affected courses.

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A shock loss to Central North on Sunday morning however denied the Central Coast a final berth and the team had to settle for third. Central Coast Rugby Union (CCRU) stated that all competing zones had clearly worked hard leading up to this tournament and the standard was much higher than in 2019, with all games being tightly contested.

Coaches, Michael Burgess and Luke Mack, while disappointed not to make the Final, said they were very proud of the level of improvement from the team and were confident that the experience will prove beneficial for the 15-a-side NSW Country Championships later this year. One of the stand-out performances from the Central Coast side was from Elise Conolly, whose strong runs all

weekend and multiple tries saw her named in the NSW Country Dream Team. Conolly was well supported by Taylah Welsh, Prue Bright and Holly Johnstone. The Coast did have some representation in the Final, with local referee, Kate Thomson, appointed to referee the match. Source: Central Coast Rugby Union Reporter: Ross Barry

The club is one of three community and sport projects on the Coast to share more than $1M from Round 3 of the fund. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, said Central Coast Hockey

Association, based at Wyong, would receive $639,149 to upgrade a grass field to a water-based artificial playing surface. Central Coast Community College will be provided $279,432 to create the Step Forward Learning Centre at Ourimbah, designed to support disengaged young people and address their need for wellbeing and work readiness. Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW, John Barilaro, said $100M was being distributed across regional NSW, with regional communities set to benefit from more than 550 new

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projects. To date, Rounds 1 and 2 of the program have funded more than 1,000 projects. “We are funding grassroots projects that make a real difference to each community, and we know how important it is to support our regional towns with new infrastructure and program,” the Deputy Premier said. The $400M Stronger Country Communities Fund is part of the Government’s $1.7B Regional Growth Fund. Source: Media release, Mar 16 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

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

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Mariners woes continue in eerie quiet In an eerily quiet match played before just of 4,000 spectators at the 52,000 seat Suncorp Stadium, the Brisbane Roar handed the Mariners their ninth consecutive loss on Friday night (March 13). It was however a competitive match in which a VAR over-rule that granted a goal to Brisbane on the stroke of half time was all that separated the two sides. The Mariners looked dangerous in the first half, pressing Robbie Fowler’s Brisbane side several times. Danny de Silva missed a big opportunity when he had Jordan Murray clear in the box to his left but elected to try to slide the ball through defenders himself. Murray than spooned the

rebound wide and high under pressure. In extra time at the end of the first half, 36 year old striker, Scott McDonald, found the back of the Mariners’ net. He was initially judged offside by the linesman, but the VAR over-ruled the decision and the Roar went to the break 1-0. Brisbane took more control of the match in the second half and Mark Birighitti was called upon on several occasions to keep the Roar from adding to their lead, including a brilliant stop to deny McDonald a second in the top corner. The Roar have been unbeaten at home this season and the win lifts them above Perth Glory into fourth place on the ladder, their highest position this season.

It also extends the Roar’s unbeaten run against the Mariners in the A-League to 18 games. The Mariners on the other hand look set to take the wooden spoon for the third season in a row and their fourth spoon in five seasons. The Mariners will now turn their attention to the home game against Melbourne City this Friday night (March 20) where they will be hoping to avoid a tenth consecutive loss. In light of the national response to the COVID-19 coronavirus, Football Federation Australia (FFA) has announced that all remaining A-League and W-League games will be played behind closed doors and closed to the public. Reporter: Ross Barry

Covid-19 and rain bring early end to cricket finals Norther Power Orange Cricket Club has taken out Central Coast Cricket Association’s (CCCA) Women’s T20 Competition Premiership after a blockbuster season. Having already secured the Minor Premiership earlier in the season, the Power Orange finished the season as overall Premiers after rain called off

play in the Women’s T20 Competition final against Southern Spirit. Cricket NSW’s Cricket Manager for the Central Coast, David Winiata, said constant rainfall on March 14 saw the CCCA call time on the final and reschedule it for the following day, but Southern Spirit decided to concede the game, resulting in the Power Orange being awarded the major premiership.

Winiata said it had been a tremendous year for the Power Orange, who only lost the one game throughout the season. It’s also their first Women’s Premiership. Rain also wreaked havoc on the CCCA men’s two-day cricket first grade preliminary final between LisarowOurimbah and NararaWyoming, with a result unable

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to be reached. “After Saturday’s (March 14) play was called off due to consistent rain, both sides turned up on Sunday (March 15) ready to get a game underway,” said David Winiata. “Unfortunately, mother nature had other ideas, and right before start time, rain started to fall delaying the game.”

After a half hour delay, the match started with the Magpies batting four overs to reach 0-12 before the rain returned and set in. Despite subsequent efforts to get the game restarted, the game was eventually abandoned. Unfortunately for Lisarow Ourimbah, the decision by the Cricket NSW to cancel all

remaining matches this season in the wake of the Covid-19 crisis, means that the 2020 two-day cricket premiership will now be awarded to Kincumber-Avoca who beat Lisarow-Ourimbah in the major semi-final two weeks ago. Source: Media release, Mar 16 David Winiata, Central Coast Cricket Association

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Riley Fitzsimmons and Dylan Littlehales bound for Tokyo The 2020 Paddle Australia Canoe Sprint Championships have wrapped up with provisional naming of the first Australian competitors to book a place in the Tokyo 2020 Olympics team. Among those selected were Avoca Kayaker and Rio Olympian, Riley Fitzsimmons, and Paralympian, Dylan Littlehales, with nomination to be confirmed next week. On Friday (March 13), Fitzsimmons took home his fourth consecutive K2 1000 national title in partnership with Queensland’s Jordan Wood, holding off Olympic contenders, Tom Green and Jean van der Westhuyzen, by just over a second. The win reversed their defeat to Green and Westhuyzen at the Oceania Championships four weeks earlier. “We haven’t had the greatest domestic season … so to come back and find that form again is really something, and to put a race together like that is great. “Tom and Jean have been pushing us all year and the pressure really has been on.” Fitzsimmons said. “In regards to selections, it’s

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nothing but positive for us. “Australia has the possibility of racing two K2s at the Olympics, so it’s a great chance for us and a great opportunity to have two boats at the Olympics. “To make that second Olympics together would be amazing and we would love to go back there and get that experience again.” Fitzsimmons was also part of the men’s winning K4 500 and State vs State K4 500 race teams, both of which also included Avoca’s, Lachlan

Tame. On the same day, Avoca’s Dylan Littlehales took out the men’s Paracanoe K1 200 in a time of 0:41.57, just 0.69 seconds ahead of rival, Curtis McGrath. Littlehales has shown one of the strongest improvements amongst Australia’s paracanoeists over the last four years and is looking forward to putting it into action once again at his second Paralympic Games. “I feel great, it was a good race out there, a good bunch of

Dylan Littlehales

athletes and it’s good to know that I have got that spot secured provisionally, so it’s forward to Tokyo,” Littlehales said. “The next goal is going to beat Serhii Yemelianov (UKR), the world champion, and hopefully I can bring home gold in Tokyo, but that is still four months away, so we are just going to keep working at NSWIS until then and keep the grind going,” Littlehales added confidently. In the U18 events, local paddler, Fletcher Armstrong, was once again prominent

among the medals. Armstrong took out the U18 K1 1000 in scintillating fashion, winning by 5.69 seconds and then followed up to win the K1 500 and finish a close second in the K1 200. He also partnered with Jarrah Sheppard to win the U18 K2 1000, K2 500 and K2 200 finals, as well as joining with Pierre van der Westhuyzen (QLD) and Allen Ashby (NSW) to win the U18 K4 200 and K4 1000. “It was good to win the first race and it is always good to try

and show people what we can do,” Armstrong said. “It’s great to race here during the Olympic year and to watch the older boys in the Open events going for selections. “It’s so inspirational to see how they all do it and to see their preparation in the shed and their races,” he added. Avoca’s rising star, 15 year old Natale Drobot, also featured on the podium. Drobot took out the U16 Women’s K1 200 in 44.07 seconds, the K1 500 in 2:02.95 seconds and the K1 1000 in 4:08.15 seconds. Drobot partnered with Demi Bates to win the U16 Women’s K2 1000, K2 500 and the K2 200. In other events, Umina surf lifesaving dynamo, Jemma Smith, won the Women’s Open K1 1000 as well as the B final of the Women’s Open K1 200, while 15 year old Ella Beere showed immense potential in coming third in the Open Women’s K1 200, just 1.51 seconds behind the winner, Jo Brigden-Jones. Source: Paddle Australia website Reporter: Ross Barry

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