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A small group of volunteers is calling for support from officials after spending hours picking up washed-up debris... See page 5

Out&About

Concerned Peninsula residents are expected to flock to Terrigal on Saturday, April 24, in support of a paddle-out to be held by Surfrider Foundation Australia as pressure mounts on Federal Minister for Resources, Keith Pitt, for a final decision on the renewal of the PEP11 permit for offshore gas and oil drilling. See page 4

The relaunch of the Woy Woy Waterfront Markets on April 11 was a winning but windy affair after breezy conditions hit the foreshore on Brick Wharf Rd. See page 17

Health

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

Holstein calls time on 30 years of civic life As Peninsula residents await a decision from Local Government Minister Shelley Hancock on the future of Central Coast Council, suspended Gosford West Ward councillor, Chris Holstein, has confirmed that he will not stand for re-election at the next local government elections.

Suspended Councillor Chris Holstein

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

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

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

A Daleys Point local is in the running for a national award following her fight for a ‘new normal’ after suffering a stroke six years ago. See page 33

Sport

Tascott local, Nicola McDermott has set athletic history at the 2021 Australian Championships, becoming the first Australian Women High Jumper to clear 2.00m. See page 40

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The staff at Brisbane Waters Private Hospital are putting on their running shoes and raising money for local charities at the Bay to Bay Running Festival on June 20. See page 33

The “Davistown Dungeon Boys”, who sometimes masquerade as the Coast Community News distribution team, were sighted again on the weekend...

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it on Facebook with the quirky tagline “used table, going cheap”. “A friend of mine, Maree Langburn, saw my post and then shared it to the Facebook page Hawkesbury Floods Lost and Found,” Vella said. “Maree messaged me to say the owners of the table had been thrilled to see the post and had collected the table a day or so later. “It came all the way from Lower Portland and was made of hardwood from the old wharf at Port Kembla.” Vella said the owner of the table had posted a thank you for the happy ending. “I have it back at Lower Portland where it was washed away off our caravan deck,” he wrote. See page 4

The Peninsula Women’s Health Centre celebrated Harmony Day 2021 on March 25, focusing on inclusion and cultural diversity in the community. See page 31

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Back on March 8, Woy Woy local, Matt Hatch, set the A-League alight when he scored the fastest debut goal in Australian National League history... See page 40

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A spokesperson for a group of 12 business owners in the area said police were aware of the illegal activity and were reviewing complaints, with business owners in fear of damage to their properties. “The streets most affected are Pinnacle Place, Pile Rd, Sailfind Place and Warringah Close,” the spokesperson said. “We are fed up with these hoons doing burnouts, drifting and other dangerous driving manoeuvres on the weekends especially when it rains.” The spokesperson said on

Pinnacle Place, Somersby, following one of the incidents

March 19 a group of around 20 cars tore up the area for two and a half hours from 9.30pm until midnight and although business owners were able to catch some of the activity on video, capturing licence plate numbers was difficult. “The hoons conduct burnouts, drift in circles, leaving rubber burns on the roadways, and have look-out cars on site,” the spokesperson said.

“We are calling on the police to crack down on this illegal activity in Somersby. “This has been going on for a couple of years. “I had to attend my property one evening because the automatic gates were not working but there was no way I was going to go in there at midnight. “One of the cars ended up in the driveway of one property.

“People are in fear for their properties and they’re afraid to attend their own premises after hours. “Up to 20 groups can be there, blocking parts of the road and rubber from the tyres is left strewn across the streets.” Inspector Dave Prevett from Central Coast Highway Patrol said both Brisbane Water Police and the highway patrol were

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Well, Minister?

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

A small group of volunteers is calling for support from officials after spending hours picking up washed-up debris...

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Out&About

Patients, family members and staff at Gosford Hospital’s Children’s Ward received a special Easter treat on March 31. See page 33

Sport

An intense match up at Bankwest Stadium between the Western Sydney Warriors and Central Coast Mariners has ended in a 2 – 2 draw after an absorbing contest with very few quiet moments. See page 39

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Unrestricted funds figure omitted from financial reports A suspended councillor has revealed that a line item was missing in Central Coast Council’s financial reports for a year. Suspended Councillor, Jillian Hogan, says a briefing from Acting CEO, Rik Hart, alerted her to the line missing from the October 2019 investment report. Hogan then went back and looked at all the reports since that date. She found that the line was always missing and therefore the councillors did not see the growing deficit. “All Councillors, the ARIC Committee and the auditors did not pick up that the line item was missing in the financial reports. “Councillors, the CEO, the

CFO and the ARIC Committee have a shared responsibility to oversee the financial position of Council and this I believe is where we all failed,” she said. Ten of the 13 suspended councillors attended a briefing that Acting CEO, Rik Hart, and Chief Financial Officer, Natalia Cowley, gave in March. Councillors Chris Burke, Bruce McLachlan and Richard Mehrtens did not attend. The councillors were told that the Investment report for September 2019 showed a line item called unrestricted funds and it was favourable with $14,586,000. The councillors adopted the investment report en masse at the time. The Investment report for October 2019 showed no line item for unrestricted funds.

If it had been there, it would have shown a deficit, the first of many. Again, the councillors adopted the report en masse at the time. “Adopted en masse” means an item was not discussed at a council meeting but was lumped in with a number of items that were all passed at once or “en masse”. After the councillor briefing, Hogan did her own digging and brought out her calculator. She said the investment report for October 2019 should have shown an actual deficit of $11,909,000. Hogan then went back through the investment reports for the entire year from October 2019 to the last investment report that the councillors saw in 2020 before they were

suspended. In all cases, there was no line item showing unrestricted funds. That dropped off after September 2019, which was the last time the line was in the black. In all cases, the councillors did not question the reports but adopted them en masse except for one month which was adopted unanimously. If the councillors had done the figures at the time by subtracting the restricted funds from the total, they would have seen the deficit growing. Hogan found the investment report for November 2019 should have shown an actual deficit of $1,812,000. The Investment Report for December 2019 should have

shown a deficit of $27,373,000. Hogan checked all the reports and the deficit kept growing until in August 2020 the deficit was $117,896,000. Acting CEO, Rik Hart, showed a series of slides at the briefing explaining where the councillors should have seen the red flags that were leading them to the financial woes which were made public in October 2020. The Council revealed it had unlawfully been using restricted funds for operational purposes. The Council has since been under administration and the councillors suspended. Administrator, Dick Persson, will deliver his final report on this issue on Thursday, April 15. Merilyn Vale

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

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

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

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Business

Nicola McDermott is on her way to the Tokyo Olympics

Councillors should not return, says Administrator Movers and shakers in the business and commercial sector will workshop ideas to create bustling and vibrant town centres through the turnaround of lost opportunities from empty spaces. See page 26

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

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

A strong start to the 2021 (CCRU) season has come for the Ourimbah Razorbacks First Grade team in their away win against the Lions on April 10, at Woy Woy Oval. See page 38

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

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

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

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

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

The relaunch of the Woy Woy Waterfront Markets on April 11 was a winning but windy affair after breezy conditions hit the foreshore on Brick Wharf Rd. See page 17

Health

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

Holstein calls time on 30 years of civic life

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The Central Coast Branch of the Disabled Surfers’ Association, founded by Lake Munmorah resident Gary Blaschke, is being featured in an upcoming edition of NRMA’s Story of Help article about their organisation.

Hoons frustrate Somersby business owners aware of incidents of burnouts and hoon activity in the industrial estate. “We have increased patrols in the area and will continue to continue to monitor CCTV footage,” he said. “We ask any drivers who may have dash cam footage of offences committed to come forward; this may assist in identifying individual vehicles. “There are also other options available to us in relation to covert surveillance. “We have had some success at other locations through (the use of) video footage through CCTV at premises and from members of the public; we have had some convictions in those spaces.” Insp Prevett said that as patrols step up in the area, police were asking people to continue to report illegal activity as it occurs.

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Nicola McDermott makes athletics history

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To race with the big boys is every car racing enthusiast’s dream, a dream that Ross Forbes, recently got to live.

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Business owners in the Somersby Industrial Estate are fed up with hoons using the area as a racetrack after hours and on weekends and will look into installing an LPR (License Plate Recognition) camera system in an effort to catch the offenders in the act.

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Visitors were excited to see superstars Frankie and Tim Tam the kangaroo joeys become the best of friends.

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Historic table returned to owners after impromptu river voyage

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

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After more than 40 years, the annual Red Pumps sponsored Australian 13ft and 16ft Skiff Championship races returned to Gosford Sailing Club throughout the Easter weekend break.

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The Brisbane Waters Private Hospital team who are participating in the Healthe Care 5km Walk/Run

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Coastcare volunteers at Norah Head Lighthouse Reserve have a challenge on their hands after prolonged torrential rain caused a huge landslide.

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Red sails in the (Gosford) sunset

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Activists from the Animal Justice Party were outside Gosford Showground on April 2 to protest against the Camel Races, calling them a “blatant display of animal cruelty”.

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But for one item which washed up on Umina Beach there was a happy ending. Resident Tina Vella was walking along the beach at around 5pm on March 31 when she noticed the hardwood table sitting at the water’s edge, alongside much debris which had been carried from the Hawkesbury area. Vella took a photo and posted

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The Story of Help Members at Woy Woy CWA have been busy knitting blankets and quilts for the grand opening of Elsie’s Retreat.

Fridges, pontoons, furniture, pumpkins and even a cow were some of the strange things which washed up on Central Coast beaches following huge storms which savaged the region from March 18-23 as Central Coast Council conducted a major clean-up effort to restore roads, waterways and foreshores.

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Bay to Bay on again

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

Sport

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Photo: Fred Etter

Council should remain in administration - Persson

Suspended Councillor Chris Holstein

A Daleys Point local is in the running for a national award following her fight for a ‘new normal’ after suffering a stroke six years ago. See page 33

Sport

Tascott local, Nicola McDermott has set athletic history at the 2021 Australian Championships, becoming the first Australian Women High Jumper to clear 2.00m. See page 40

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Remembering those lost and those who came home Local army veteran, Stephen Karsai, will be lighting up the dawn this Sunday in dedication to his friends lost in service in the Vietnam War. In 1971, Karsai joined the C Squadron 1 Armoured Regiment and dedicated years of service to the cause. Now based in Woy Woy, the veteran said it was imperative we keep the ANZAC spirit alive. “ANZAC Day for me is a reflection of lost friends whilst I was serving, but it’s also for peace,” Karsai said. “It’s important we pass this on to the younger generations, so they never forget the sacrifices the people who went before them made, and what they have now. “Last year due to COVID-19,

we did the dawn service with the candlelight on our doorstep to recognise those friends who never came home, and those who came home, but were never the same.” Karsai said he will be attending the dawn service at Ettalong Diggers on Sunday, before going to a dinner and show with friends. “When I stand there at the services, it just brings back memories of all the hard times, but also good times too … I made some lifelong friends who now live all over Australia,” Karsai said. “We’ll be there proudly wearing our medals.” With his involvement as a volunteer for the Vietnam Veterans cause, Karsai said he has experienced mixed feelings about the recent

announcement of a Royal Commission into veteran and serving Defence personnel suicides. “I’m happy that the Commission has been convened however I will wait until the terms of reference have been outlined,” he added. “They have to be wide and the way the Department of Veterans Affairs take care of veterans must be examined.” Karsai’s will also be one face out of many on show at a special exhibition at The Art House in Wyong. The exhibition titled, 2020: When Our Veterans Stood Silently Alone in Remembrance, will be open until Friday, May 7, excluding Sundays. Maisy Rae

Local Vietnam veteran Stephen Karsai Photo: Lisa Haymes

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From page 1 Concerned Peninsula residents are expected to flock to Terrigal on Saturday, April 24, in support of a paddle-out to be held by Surfrider Foundation Australia as pressure mounts on Federal Minister for Resources, Keith Pitt, for a final decision on the renewal of the PEP11 permit for offshore gas and oil drilling. Advent Energy’s PEP11 renewal application for the permit, which expired on February 12, would allow drilling off the coast from Port Stephens to Sydney for another two years, with fears the Peninsula would be a prime

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Well, Minister? drilling site. Deputy Premier, John Barilaro, recommended on February 17 that the licence not be renewed and Prime Minister, Scott Morrison, announced his opposition to renewing it on March 4. Opposition Leader, Anthony Albanese visited Terrigal on February 5 to reinforce Labor’s opposition to renewal, chatting with representatives of Save Our Coast and the Surfrider Foundation and concerned residents. All Central Coast MPs, both State and Federal, have also come out opposing the extension. Member for Gosford, Liesl Tesch, has described Pitt’s failure to make a decision two months

after the license expired “another disappointment”. “Our waterways and marine life are the very heart of the Peninsula and the entire Central Coast and crucial to our economy,” Tesch said. “Our natural assets and our unique environment must not be threatened by PEP11.” Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, has also thrown his support behind the paddle-out on April 24. “PEP-11 could have a devastating impact on our beaches and marine life, and I have been publicly opposing it for years,” Crouch said. “The NSW Government is also formally opposed to PEP-11 but the final decision-making

authority rests with the Federal Minister under the Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act. “Two months has passed since the NSW Government re-affirmed its opposition to PEP-11 and the Federal Minister has still not made a decision. “I am urging the Federal Minister to listen to the concerns of the Central Coast community and say no to extending the PEP11 permit. “There is no place for oil and gas drilling off the Sydney, Central Coast and Newcastle coastline. “Our beaches and marine life are too precious to put at risk.” A statement from Federal Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks, says she has been assured

by the Minister that he will give this proposal the detailed consideration it deserves. “The Prime Minister has said no to the extension of the PEP11 permit and I couldn’t agree with him more,” she said. “My view on the PEP11 permit remains concrete, I will not support anything that could harm our waterways and precious marine life. “I will be advocating for the Commonwealth to say no to the decision to extend the PEP11 permit.” Save Our Coast has been opposing PEP11 for more than three years. Founder, Dr Natasha Deen, said the group hoped that the Prime Minister would ensure Pitt “heeds

the clear wishes of the community” and denies extension of the licence. The organisation has held several mass rallies opposing the permit, with one at Umina Beach in 2019 attracting 1,800 residents, and 78,000 signatures have been collected on petitions presented to the government calling for the permit’s cancellation. Members of Surfrider Foundation Australia have also been strong campaigners against the permit extension. Saturday’s paddle-out will be held at 11am. Terry Collins

Community Environment Network WILDPLANT COMMUNITY NURSERY ON SATURDAY 1 MAY Our popular plant sales are back for 2021 and will continue to be held on the first Saturday of each month from 9am to 12pm. Our next sale day is: Saturday 1 MAY 9am to 12pm CEN Office, off Brush Rd, Ourimbah Native plants are inexpensive (starting at $3), help conquer climate change, create habitat for local birds and animals and encourage outdoor activity.

COPA BUSHCARE COASTAL CONNECTIONS FIELD DAY The Community Environment Network presents the Copacabana Bushcare Coastal Connections Field Day on Saturday 1 May from 11am to 2pm. This event is to support Copa Bushcare’s efforts to restore, stabilise and protect degraded dune habitats along the Copa foreshore. It will take place on the Green next to the Copa Surf Life Saving Club. What’s on? 11am Welcome to Country

11:15am to 12:15pm Indigenous Cultural Talks about Copa and beyond 12pm to 1pm Sausage sizzle (meat and vegan), gold coin donation 2pm Copa Bushcare session Stalls: What weed is that stall Plant sale stall – local natives $3 This project has been assisted through the Commonwealth of Australia as represented by the Department of Industry, Innovation and Science.

Come along to our plant sale at the CEN Office, Ourimbah, buy a few local native plants and chat about local environment issues. Check out our revamped library while you are here. We have a range of local native plants available including ground covers and herbs, shrubs and trees, bush food, bird attracting, native bee attracting, frog friendly and screen plants. Cash and EFTPOS accepted.

SWIFT PARROT BIRD SURVEY WALK Thursday 13 May 9am to 12pm, Sutton Reserve, Bateau Bay Find out how you can make a difference in conserving the critically endangered Swift Parrot. Go on a guided bird walk/bird survey with Central Coast Group Birding NSW. Observe and listen to our birds. Learn how to identify and monitor birds. Find out how to become a volunteer bird watcher and contribute to bird data. Bookings essential via www.cen.org.au/ events or contact Nicole Heta on 4349 4756 or Nicole.heta@cen.org.au

ELIZABETH BAY BIRD WALK AND TALK Join Central Coast Waterwatch on Saturday, 22 May 2021 8:30am-10:30 am Come along on a guided bird walk to see and hear the birds in Lake Munmorah with birding expert Christina. Learn about our local waterways and how you can make a difference to help protect the habitat for the local birds that live in the area. Morning tea provided. Venue: Munmorah State conservation area,

Elizabeth Bay Park, Elizabeth Bay Drive, Lake Munmorah Bookings are essential: For more information or to register visit www.cen.org.au/events or Ph: 4349 4757 or email: waterwatch@cen.org.au Please wear appropriate clothing, covered footwear and hat. Bring binoculars (if you have them) & a bottle of water This event is supported by Central Coast Council through a community development grant.

COSS CONNECTIONS FUNGI FORAY Sat 29 May, 10am - 1pm, Katandra reserve. Guide Meryl Newton’s work in Conservation and Citizen Science on the Central Coast over the last 30 years has resulted in forming the Central Coast Region Fungi Group. The group allows enthusiasts to share their finds, knowledge and photographs on a public forum. Over the years Meryl has enabled many Mycologists from around the world to gain further insight to species found in Australia and on the Coast. Her enthusiasm is contagious. Limited places so book via cen.org.au/events

From our Chair

We are holidaying closer to home because pandemic restrictions have forced us to stay within our region and state. The option of working from home has resulted in many people from Sydney moving up to the Central Coast. They’re realising they can live and work here and enjoy our beautiful oceans, forests, and wetlands. They’re recognising that our natural environment plays an essential role in our health and well-being. We really are lucky to live on the Central Coast with our beaches, native forests, wetlands, bicycle and walking paths. It will be critical to keep looking after the environment once this crisis passes. The current system is changing because it needs to - it is broken. It is important to reflect on what we value during this time of restrictions. Do we want to live in thriving communities that value collaboration, creativity and support sustainable industries including eco-tourism, recycling and permaculture? Do we, instead, focus our energies on projects that have been decided from outside our region to benefit a few elite stakeholders at the expense of the environment, which is our inherited wealth? Our CEN team will be working towards the former. We hope you will join us in shifting the system to ensure our inheritance is passed on for generations to come. Hale Adasal CEN Chair

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Volunteers call for help with cleanup

A small group of volunteers helped clear up the debris on Maitland Bay beach

A small group of volunteers is calling for support from officials after spending hours picking up washedup debris from Maitland Bay beach over the Easter long weekend. After the recent heavy rain and weather conditions left much of the Coast with tonnes of debris on its foreshore, some people in the community have stepped up to help clean up the coast.

Branches, logs, timbers with exposed nails, water tanks, electricals, containers, plastics and chemical agents were found Local resident, Tammy de Ron-Cox, said she had initially put a call out to local community Facebook groups, but only six volunteers turned up. “What upset me, and prompted me to take further action, was all the extra rubbish dumped [there],” Cox said. “I went back the next Friday

and it was so disturbing to see how much human litter had been left. “A week of school holidays and the area is littered with food scraps and packages, plastic bottles and soft drink cans and paper plates (left) behind. “We really need the attention of the park rangers and officials assigned to the dutiful care of our National Parks.” Cox said the group was unable to remove larger items

like torn iron sheets and timber from the beach and would therefore like to see infrastructure put in place to help. “I witnessed children playing in the shores with one of these branches – [they were] much too large for any single person to remove,” Cox said. “There is a danger to these kids who could easily get swept by a wave, knocked in the head and potentially drown.” A council spokesperson said

council has been managing the clean-up of seaweed, sea grass and other materials from beaches ever since the heavy rains hit recently. “The presence of larger items of debris on Maitland Bay has been brought to the attention of the Environmental Protection Authority and National Parks and Wildlife Service,” the spokesperson said. “The EPA has also engaged the services of a contract company to assist in managing

the large volume of debris at highly impacted locations along the coast of NSW. “Council will work with both organisations to investigate the best options for supporting the work done by community volunteers at Maitland Bay.” Across the Coast, 127 tonnes of storm related waste was delivered by residents to Council’s waste management facilities. Maisy Rae

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Ettalong roundabout finished Works to reduce congestion and improve access in and out of Ettalong Beach have now been completed at the intersection of Maitland Bay Drive and Picnic Parade. The State Government, which has invested $7 million into the project, estimate the intersection is used by 19,000

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Excellent ratings for Woy Woy Bay, Booker Bay and Patonga Creek waterways The Peninsula was the big winner in the Central Coast 2019-20 Waterways report card, released last week, with excellent ratings awarded to Woy Woy Bay, Booker Bay and Patonga Creek. All three waterways showed an improvement over the previous year’s report. The Waterways report examines the ecological health of Brisbane Water, along with Southern Lake Macquarie, Tuggerah Lakes, the lower Hawkesbury River and the larger coastal lagoons over the 2019-20 year, providing a clear picture of the health of the region’s estuarine waterways. It uses seagrass depth range, turbidity and chlorophyll-a as indicators of health and follows NSW Government guidelines. Council’s Team Leader Estuary Management, Vanessa McCann said the naturally well flushed nature of Brisbane Water was reflected in the good results seen over the past three years. In other parts of the region, Terrigal and Wamberal lagoons were rated fair, Cockrone Lagoon received an excellent

Woy Woy Bay has received an excellent rating

rating, while Avoca Lagoon received a very poor rating. Of 36 sites monitored in 2019-20, 23 (64 per cent) were graded good or excellent, 12 (33 per cent) were graded fair and only 1 (3 per cent) was graded very poor. Fair ratings were awarded to Narara Creek, Erina Creek, Kincumber Broadwater and Mooney Mooney Creek, while three different zones in Brisbane Water and Mangrove Creek were rated good and Cockle Bay received an

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excellent rating. To the north of the region, water quality in Lake Munmorah was rated good across the system, as were the majority of sites in Tuggerah Lake. Central Coast Council Environment and Planning Director, Scott Cox, said that whilst the report shows overall positive results it also provides a valuable tool to Council to identify areas for further investigation. “Council uses a recognised

monitoring program to assess the ecological health of our waterways, allowing us to monitor their condition, track changes over time and target investment and on ground works to improve ecosystem health,” Cox said. “These results will allow Council to review our management actions and plan for on ground works to help improve waterway health over time. “It is important to remember this program looks at ecological

health for the waterways; while some of our waterways at times, look and smell in ways we don’t expect them to this is not always an indicator of poor health. “We still have a way to go, but these reports can help us make informed management decisions that help fix the problems at the source.” Council Administrator, Dick Persson, said the release of the report card coincided with the first round of engagement for Council’s Coastal Management

Programs. “We value how much our community care for their local waterways, and we want as many people as possible to take part in the engagement activities for the suite of Coastal Management Programs we have to develop for our region,” Persson said. “This process provides a great opportunity for Council to work with our community in formulating these new plans, identifying priorities and together working towards a better future for our beautiful coast and waterways. The 2019-20 Waterways report card also outlines the actions Council has taken to target improvements in waterway health. To view the report card, visit centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/ waterwayhealth To have your say and sign up to be involved in the Our Coast, Our Waterways program visit yourvoiceourcoast.com/ waterways Source: Media release, Apr 13 Central Coast Council

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New stage of Bouddi Walk upgrade commences

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The third stage of upgrades to the Bouddi Coastal Walk began this week as part of the State Government’s $1.4 million transformation of the popular track.

On Monday, April 19, construction started on a 650-metre stretch of the walk

between Gerrin Point and Maitland Bay. Works are expected to include track resurfacing, 90 new sandstone steps, and two new lookouts overlooking Maitland Bay and Smugglers Cove. With construction expected to take 14 weeks and weather

A map of the works happening across the Bouddi Coastal Walk

dependent, visitors are asked to avoid the area whilst closures are in place and check the National Parks and Wildlife Service website for updates. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said the upgrades would improve the experience for both locals and visitors

alike. “Stages one and two have already been completed, which means we’ve now passed the halfway mark in this fourstage, three-year project being delivered by local National Parks and Wildlife Service staff,” Crouch said.

“Not only will these upgrades increase the longevity of this section of track and improve views for visitors, [but] they will also help to protect the pristine natural environment of [the] Park. Due to its remote location, equipment and materials will be airlifted by helicopter to the

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The Palmdale Group will host ANZAC Day Ceremonies at both Palmdale and Greenway on 25th April, to pay respect to the memory of our service men and women. Due to COVID Restrictions within the chapels, extra seating outside the chapels at Palmdale and Greenway will be available, with accompanying screens to watch the services.

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Oyster farmers await re-opening of waterways

Tyron Whittens Oyster farms in Port Macquarie battered by the recent flooding

Last month’s flooding across the Coast has not only impacted businesses on land, but those at sea too, something Whittens Oysters on the Brisbane Water, knows all too well. The family business has been out of work for over a month following the NSW Department of Health’s ruling to close all waterways due to low water quality. Owner Tyron Whitten said this is the longest they have ever

been closed. “We have had closures before, but we have never been closed this long,” Whitten said. “We have always been able to manage and have sellable oysters. “It’s been over a month without any income, particularly for the 30 staff who have not had any work.” Whitten is now awaiting results on whether the water quality is safe enough for oysters to be grown.

“When you have a lot of water, it brings with it a lot of debris and contaminant,” he said. “After a certain amount of rain, there is a certain trigger point where they close the waterways, and you can’t reopen until they’ve done the testing. “There is lots of testing happening in the waterways across New South Wales. “Once we test, we have to wait for the results, and then we have to harvest the oysters,

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“But post Easter and post the floods, every single waterway in New South Wales was closed.” Whitten said Brisbane Water was one of the luckier waterways as it does not consist of a large estuary. “We also have oyster farms in Lake Macquarie and Nambucca, and the floodwaters have belted them,” he said. Despite the hardship, Whitten remains positive, saying this is just one of many barriers’ farmers have to go through.

“It is just one thing on top of the other, but that’s farming; you can’t cry about the weather,” he said. “We are certainly not the hardest hit out there because there are plenty who have been hit a lot harder. “Any farmer who gets upset by the weather too often, you in the wrong game because that is what we do.” Jacinta Counihan

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Soup with soul Through rain, hail or shine, charity organisation ‘Soul Soup’ continues to serve food to those less fortunate on the Peninsula with a weekly service held at Deepwater Plaza. On Tuesday evenings at 5:30pm, founder Nathan Griffiths can be found down at the Plaza, armed with volunteers to help supply meals to those who need them most. Griffiths said you do not have to be homeless to come down and have a meal. “You don’t have to not have a house to come for a feed; anyone can come down if they want to,” Griffiths said. “We have people who have a roof over their head but struggle to have a feed because of high rental costs and other things like that. “We have many people living by themselves who want to have a little bit of social interaction with others. “We have created a little social life where everybody is respectful.”

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“We asked for people’s rough addresses, or where they were staying,” he said. “Sometimes this was a car park or a bush drop-off.” The organisation began over three years ago when Griffiths decided to start

making food in his kitchen and helping to serve it to the homeless at Orange Sky’s pop-up services. After a few months, he was put in contact with the CEO of the Davistown RSL to discuss whether they would help his project.

Three years later, Davistown RSL, along with Ettalong Diggers and Gosford RSL, still help cook batches of soup and pasta each week for the charity. Soul Soup also works hand in hand with Pass-It-On Clothing and Shoe Box

Revolution on the Central Coast. “I know a lot of people say these people are vulnerable, but I don’t think they are vulnerable at all,” he said. “There is no way I would cope living like that. “These people are so resilient; they just can’t afford rent and food with everything so expensive and the waiting list to get into community houses being so long. “They know it’s a safe spot for them to come as they know me and the Orange Sky team. “We’ve created a really safe spot for them to come out and have a feed with others.” After a traumatic incident, Griffiths struggles with PTSD but said being involved in Soul Soup helps distract him. Soul Soup also serves food at Kibble Park, Gosford, every Wednesday at 6.30 pm; and Wyong Neighbourhood Centre every Tuesday at 10.30 am. Jacinta Counihan

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Our Heritage for the Future - celebrating local Central Coast heritage

The Australian Heritage Festival 2021 runs from 16 April – 19 May. There are many groups and volunteers on the Central Coast that have an interest and a passion for local history and local heritage. I congratulate and thank them all for their continued commitment to holding, protecting and cherishing that knowledge in order that it can be passed to future At first it was acknowledged that the merger generations.

The Administrator released his final report on 15 April. During the 6 months that the Administrator has been here, the narrative has changed. contributed to the financial difficulties of Council— ”The claim that CCC’s financial woes are due to the amalgamation is more complex. It is certainly not the major factor but it is true that it has contributed.” This element is now downplayed. There appears to be a view that the matter of the Council amalgamation has been resolved - however, that is not the case. There is a broader conversation to be had about the future of our Council. Those discussions need to include what level of local representation our community wants and how our Council responds to the priorities that the community identified in the Community Strategic Plan.

Spotlight on Local Heritage - 4 Villages Shipbuilders’ Heritage Walk - Sunday, 2 May 2021 This event is a local community initiative and the signature Project of the Rotary Club of Kincumber. The Central Coast has a rich history of shipbuilding making use of estuaries. The Rotary Club has previously led a community project to mark this maritime history by establishing the Shipbuilders Memorial along the new waterfront pathway from Kincumber to Davistown. This year the event will include stalls and displays along the way including 5 traditionally constructed wooden models models built by Peter Rea. The day started at 8:15am. More information is available at shipbuildersheritagewalk.com.au

Correction: I previously wrote that the Administrator, acting as the Council, could make a proposal to the Minister for Local Government (under the LG Act) to trigger a process to consider a demerger. This does not appear to be accurate. Sect 438T of the LG Act prohibits an Administrator from making a proposal during the period of suspension. However, this does not remove the ability for the Administrator to survey or poll local residents and provide a report to Council to that effect. Peter Rea

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Acknowledging Traditional Custodians of this Land The landscapes of the Central Coast continue to tell the story of traditional life of Aboriginal people. Customs and beliefs were etched into the local sandstone surfaces with reports of well over 7,000 rock carvings and 2,000 rock art sites in this region. I acknowledge and pay my respects to elders past and present.

Recent Climate News: SMH, 19/4/21 - Australia should address climate change as a national security threat at the Earth Day climate summit hosted by US President Joe Biden, according to a former director of the Australian Department of Defence. SMH, 16/4/21 - The latest report from the Climate Council of Australia, Aim High, Go Fast: Why Emissions Need to Plummet This Decade, lays out the science behind the necessity of urgent nearterm climate action. The diagnosis is in, now the treatment must be ramped up with a greater sense of urgency, and we have to do it in the next 10 years. 12/4/21 - “We Are Living in a Climate Emergency, and We’re Going to Say So”. It’s time to use a term that more than 13,000 scientists agree is needed. “The planet is heating up way too fast. It’s time for journalism to recognize that the climate emergency is here...This is a statement of science, not politics.” Scientific American SMH, 1/4/21 - The Great Barrier Reef is all but doomed, with between 70 and 99 per cent of corals set for destruction unless immediate “transformative action” is taken to reverse global warming, according to the nation’s top scientists. Australian Academy of Science Report: The Risks to Australia of a 3C Warmer World Trends in Atmospheric Carbon Dioxide (Mauna Loa, Hawaii) Week beginning on April 11, 2021: 418.96 ppm Weekly value from 1 year ago: 416.44 ppm Weekly value from 10 years ago (2011): 393.61 ppm Safe level of Atmospheric CO2: 350 ppm The carbon dioxide data on Mauna Loa, Hawaii constitute the longest record of direct measurements of CO2 in the atmosphere

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Eyes on May Budget funding for the ABC FORUM

On May 11, 2021, the Federal Budget will be handed down. The October Budget 2020 did not contain any recognition of the ABC’s outstanding community service during the bushfires and COVID-19 and projected funding figures in the Budget papers show an ongoing decline in funds allocated to our national public broadcaster. When I wrote to my local member, Lucy Wicks, regarding reduced funding of the ABC, it took me three different attempts, the first in September 2019, before I had a response

See Page 2 for address and contribution conditions. Opinions expressed are those of the writer and not necessarily of the newspaper dated February 3, 2021. I quote from her reply: “It is not true that the ABC’s budget has been cut.” Working carefully through the rest of the response, I find it

FORUM calculation, the total number of homeless people [on the] Central Coast can then be deduced to be 49. This figure seems to be in marked contrast to the numbers bandied about by affordable-housing advocates who would have us believe that anything up to half the local

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simply impossible to believe Ms Wicks because 30 years ago, then ABC Managing Director David Hill reminded us that the ABC cost taxpayers just eight cents a day. Unfortunately, in 2021 the ABC is allocated only four cents a day to work in a seriously more challenging competitive and technological environment. Remember the old saying “you can’t make a silk purse from a sow’s ear”. No cuts, Ms Wicks? Who’s being fooled? Email, Apr 12 Gillian Telford, Booker Bay

Doing the math on homelessness Adam Crouch says that the Together Home programme has transitioned 26 homeless people into housing (“Housing programme sets homeless on new pathways”, PP 011) and that this has brought about a 53 per cent reduction in the number of people sleeping rough in Central Coast.

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population is sleeping rough or, at least, is in imminent danger of being forced into this position. Given that Mr. Crouch is characteristically more prone to exaggeration than otherwise, can we take it that the homeless problem in Central Coast is more or less, non-existent?

For months now, we have all been reading about the predicament we find ourselves in with Central Coast Council. The money has gone. Money we didn’t have, is gone. Not stolen, just spent. Now we have thousands of well meaning, rightfully outraged, local ratepayers who are demanding a judicial enquiry into how this all happened. Great. How long will that take? How much will it cost? Who will pay for it; we don’t have any money. Will we get the spent money back? The answers appear to be right under our noses, but some of us just don’t like those answers because they don’t match our

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FORUM political views. We only have to look at the report from the current Administrator to see what happened and why it happened. To quote Mr. Persson: “There is pressure by many to hold a public enquiry into what went wrong here. “With due respect to those people, Rik Hart and I have investigated what went wrong and published those findings. “Many of those calling for a (public) inquiry don’t like my conclusion because I have made it very clear the financial collapse is not due to the local government amalgamation. “I have formed the view that the merger of the Gosford and Wyong

LGAs was always going to be one of the harder ones and that it was well short of completion when Councillors were elected. “It is very clear that the new Council had little interest in continuing the hard work of achieving efficiencies and using those savings to expand the delivery and quality of services. “Instead, they embarked upon a program of expansion of both capital and recurrent programs with no attempt to establish how they were going to be paid for.” Why are we not listening? Whatever happens here, additional revenue will have to be generated through rates. No inquiry will change that. Email, Apr 19 Bob Pettit, Kincumber

Have your say survey results

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Woy Woy man arrested A Woy Woy man has been arrested for stealing a motorcycle at Umina Beach. On Tuesday, April 13, the man was seen by witnesses entering a property in Oxford St carrying a shopping bag. He entered the front porch area where the owner had left his motorcycle parked, secured to a porch support post with a heavy duty chain. The man was seen sitting on the cycle and police and the owner were contacted with witnesses keeping the man at the scene until police arrived.

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At the scene police located an angle grinder and the green shopping bag. The chain lock securing the bike had been cut with marks similar to the grinder.

The man was placed under arrest and became hostile resisting police. He was eventually handcuffed and taken to Gosford Police Station where he was charged with: entering enclosed land not prescribed without lawful excuse; stealing a motor vehicle; resisting an officer in execution of duty; and possessing housebreaking implements. He was refused bail to appear in Gosford Local Court April 22. Source: Brisbane Water Police District Facebook page, Apr 15

Man charged with assaulting police officer A man has faced court after allegedly assaulting a police officer at Point Clare on April 17. At about 5.30pm, officers attached to Brisbane Water Police District attended a house in Sunnyside Ave, following reports a man was behaving aggressively. During attempts to restrain

the man, he allegedly punched an officer in the face. A confrontation ensued, with police using OC spray to help subdue the man. The 30-year-old man was arrested and taken to Gosford Police Station, where he was charged with assaulting a

police officer in the execution of duty causing actual bodily harm. He was refused bail to appear at Newcastle Local Court tomorrow on April 18. The senior constable was treated for minor facial injuries. Source: NSW Police Media, Apr 18

Rope specialists were sent down to help stabilise the male

A multi-agency response team flocked to Pearl Beach recently after a man fell off a cliff face into dense bushland. Firefighters from Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) responded to the incident on Pearl Beach Rd just before 5pm on Thursday, April 8 after hearing reports that the male had fallen 10 metres from the cliff face.

Along with three fire trucks and 10 firefighters at the scene, NSWFR rope rescue specialists were also sent down to initially stabilise the patient. Superintendent Scott Dodson said the NSW Police Force, Ambulance and Rural Fire Service were also in attendance. “Due to the challenging terrain and location of the patient, specialist vertical rescue crews from Fire and Rescue NSW used rescue

equipment to access and retrieve the patient,” Dodson said. “The man [was] removed and conveyed to hospital by helicopter, shortly after 8.30pm.” It was a great outcome for crews as they battled in the challenging conditions to rescue to the male before nightfall.

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Windy restart for Woy Woy waterfront markets

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

named Handmade on the Coast, but was rebranded due to the upgrades to the Woy Woy wharf. Organiser Ricky Simoes said the team was happy with the turnout and ‘very pleased’ with the support from the

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community. “The day started off great and the new layout of the market felt good, leaving the space under the large fig tree for the drum circle (which) created a nice atmosphere,” Simoes said.

“The drums were a hit, and everyone enjoyed it. Unfortunately, the day did not go completely to plan with the food stall cancelling last minute followed by a hectic wind that started around 9am.”

Many of the stall holders were forced to pack up early due to the windy conditions, after products began to fly away and gazebos became unsafe. Notwithstanding its shaky restart, organisers are confident the market will grow and

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It was smooth sailing for the Rotary Club of Brisbane Water’s Titanic dinner on April 10 at Pearl Beach Community Hall. With over 70 guests in attendance, nearly $5,000 was raised through ticket sales, raffles and a silent auction to go towards local causes such as Coast Shelter and other Rotary projects. Club president Peter Mote said the event was a roaring success.

“The evening was better than we expected, with guests dressing in the fashion from around 1912, enjoying the superb food prepared by Two Turkeys Catering,” Mote said. The four-course meal was reminiscent of the last meal served on the famed ship before disaster struck. The evening was topped off by a talk by Titanic aficionado Michael Booth, dressed as the Titanic’s Captain Smith, as well as roaming violinist Mary Mahoney.

Mark and Margaret Simpson were named best dressed couple

Booth gave a presentation on the Titanic, giving some insight into what really happened on the fateful night of April 15, 1912 when the passenger cruiser hit an iceberg. He then presented a series of ‘best dressed’ awards to guests. Mote said the Club is currently looking to host similar events soon to help raise money for local projects. Source: Media release, 14 Apr Rotary Club of Brisbane Water

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Guide Dogs NSW/ACT bring back the SUP Young people have hit the surf in style with the annual ‘Bring back the SUP’ event at Ettalong Beach on April 15. The event, which was hosted by Guide Dogs NSW/ACT, aimed to give young people who are blind or have low vision the opportunity to try stand up paddle boarding, yoga and sensory activities on the beach. Thursday’s event marked the first in-person event of its kind for the Guide Dogs team since COVID-19, with people aged 5-21 from the Coast, Sydney and Newcastle all attending. Claire Northrop, an Orientation and Mobility Specialist at Guide Dogs NSW/ACT, said both participants and staff had a fantastic day at the beach. “It’s so important for people experiencing vision loss to

have these opportunities - this is the kind of activity you would hope any young person should be doing,” Northrop said. “People with low incident disabilities often find themselves quite isolated in their communities and COVID-19 has only made this situation worse. “Participants could also meet other people and share stories. “It was also so wonderful for community members to observe what we do here at Guide Dogs – we’re so much more than just the guide dogs.” Fifteen people attended the event and were organised into three groups by age before taking to the beach on the boards. Friends and family were also in attendance to support. Northrop said she really wanted to recognise the

community partners involved on the day – Take 3 for the Sea, Ettalong Diggers, Ocean Beach lifesavers, Karl Hermann from Bombora Ettalong Beach SUP, and Tina Vella from Yoga with Tina. “More than 80 per cent of the funding comes from the public and important programs like this don’t come without that support,” Northrop added. “Donations from the public is used for training – delivering mobility to kids, helping them understand and special orientations to get them to challenge their balance. “Paddle boarding might just solely look like fun but it’s also about getting them to learn about the concepts of orientation and mobility. “It’s a win-win.”

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6:00 News Breakfast [s] 6:00 9:00 ABC News Mornings [s] 9:00 10:00 Australian Story [s] 11:30 10:30 Anh’s Brush With Fame (PG) 12:00 11:00 Invisible Wars (PG) [s] 12:00 ABC News At Noon [s] 2:00 1:00 Hard Quiz (PG) [s] 1:30 The Weekly (PG) [s] 3:00 2:00 Loch Ness (M v) [s] 4:00 3:00 ABC News Afternoons [s] 5:00 4:00 Think Tank (PG) [s] 6:00 4:55 The Repair Shop [s] 7:00 5:25 Hard Quiz (PG) [s] 8:30 6:00 The Drum [s] 6:55 Sammy J [s] 7:00 ABC News [s] 9:30 7:30 7.30 (PG) [s] 8:00 Back Roads [s] 8:30 Q&A [s] 9:35 Trump Takes On The World 10:35 ABC Late News [s] 11:05 Employable Me Australia 10:30 (PG) [s] 11:00 12:05 Black Comedy (M l) [s] 12:35 Back In Very Small Business 12:00 (M l) [s] 1:30 6:00 6:00 News Breakfast [s] 9:00 9:00 ABC News Mornings [s] 11:30 10:00 Q&A [s] 12:00 11:00 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces [s] 12:00 ABC News At Noon [s] 2:00 1:00 Back Roads (PG) [s] 1:30 That Pacific Sports Show [s] 3:00 4:00 2:05 Doctor Foster (M l,s) [s] 5:00 3:00 ABC News Afternoons [s] 6:00 4:00 Think Tank (PG) [s] 7:00 5:00 The Repair Shop [s] 8:30 5:30 Hard Quiz (PG) [s] 6:00 The Drum [s] 7:00 ABC News [s] 7:30 Gardening Australia [s] – Costa Georgiadis visits a beautiful, productive rental garden. 8:30 Vera: Blood And Bone (M v) [s] 10:00 Keeping Faith (PG) [s] 11:05 ABC Late News [s] 11:20 The Vaccine [s] 11:00 11:35 The Weekly (PG) [s] 12:05 Fisk: Honour Thy Father (M) [s] 12:00 1:00 12:35 rage (MA15+) [s] 6:00 6:00 rage (PG) [s] 7:00 7:00 Weekend Breakfast [s] 10:00 10:00 rage (PG) [s] 11:00 rage Guest Programmer (PG) 12:00 1:30 12:00 ABC News At Noon [s] 3:00 12:30 George Clarke’s Amazing 3:30 Spaces [s] 1:20 Old People’s Home For 4 4:00 Year Olds [s] 5:00 2:30 Love On The Spectrum (PG) 5:30 3:30 Anh’s Brush With Fame (PG) 4:00 Ask The Doctor (PG) [s] 6:00 4:30 Landline [s] 7:00 5:00 Football: A-League: Central Coast Mariners v Sydney FC *Live* [s] 7:00 ABC News [s] 7:30 The Durrells (PG) [s] 8:20 Finding Alice (M l) [s] 9:10 Wakefield (M l,d) [s] 10:10 The Split (PG) [s] 11:10 Doctor Foster (M l,s) [s] 10:10 12:05 rage Guest Programmer (MA15+) [s] 4:25 Anzac Dawn Service From Sydney *Live* [s] 1:00

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6:00 News Breakfast [s] 9:00 ABC News Mornings [s] 10:00 Landline [s] 11:00 Monash And Me (PG) [s] 12:00 ABC News At Noon [s] 1:10 The Durrells (PG) [s] 2:00 Loch Ness (M l,v) [s] 3:00 ABC News Afternoons [s] 4:00 Think Tank (PG) [s] 5:00 The Repair Shop [s] 5:30 Hard Quiz (PG) [s] 6:00 The Drum [s] 7:00 ABC News [s] 7:30 7.30 (PG) [s] 8:00 Australian Story (PG) [s] 8:30 Four Corners (PG) [s] 9:15 Media Watch (PG) [s] 9:35 Trump Takes On The World (PG) [s] 10:35 ABC Late News [s] 11:05 Old People’s Home For 4 Year Olds (PG) [s] 12:05 Black Comedy (M l) [s] 12:35 Back In Very Small Business 1:05 rage (MA15+) 3:30 The Code (M l,d,v) [s]

6:00 Sunrise [s] 5:30 10:00 Academy Awards: The 93rd 9:00 Annual Academy Awards 2021 11:30 *Live* From Dolby Theatre, 12:00 Hollywood (PG) [s] – This 1:00 year’s ceremony sees several 1:15 of the past year’s biggest films 3:00 in contention for awards, 4:00 including Minari, The Trial of the 5:00 Chicago Seven and Mank. 6:00 1:00 Highway Cops (PG) [s] 7:00 1:30 Border Patrol (PG) [s] 7:30 2:00 World’s Most Extreme 8:50 Airports (PG) [s] 3:00 The Chase UK [s] 4:00 Seven News At 4 [s] 5:00 The Chase Australia [s] 6:00 Seven News [s] 7:00 Home And Away (PG) [s] 9:50 7:30 Program To Be Advised 10:50 9:30 Academy Awards: The 93rd 11:20 Annual Academy Awards 2021 *Replay* From Dolby Theatre, 12:05 Hollywood (PG) [s] 1:00 12:30 Home Shopping 1:30

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DOWN IN THE GARDEN: Australian Native Orchids

CHERALYN DARCEY

One of the most often asked questions about flowers that I have received over the years is whether or not there are any Australian Orchids. With over 800 species and around ten new plants discovered each year, the answer is a resounding, ‘you better believe it!’. For cultural and showing purposes, Australian Native Orchids are placed into one of two groups, the first being the most popular with home gardeners and collectors for their relative ease of care. Accounting for around 25% of the native orchid population, this group is known as the ‘Epiphyte Orchids’. These grow upon trees and rocks. (In botanical terms, a plant growing upon rock void of soil is further classified as a ‘Lithophyte’.) The second group, the ‘Terrestrial Orchids’ makes up the rest of the population, which is 75% and although this group is much larger, it isn’t always as well represented in collections as they can be a lot more difficult to cultivate, and many are extremely rare to begin with. As their name suggests, they grow upon the ground. Central Coast Native Orchids What’s even more exciting is discovering and growing our own local orchids. These will be easier to care for and the success rate of cultivation will also be higher in general because they are at home here. Still, you will need to be mindful of their ‘microenvironmental’ needs. Just because it is a plant that is native to this area, doesn’t mean it can grow as happily in a shaded mountain-area as it will on the windswept full-sun coast. Here are a few locals you might like to try growing at your place: Tree Spider Orchid (Dendrobium tetragonum) grows naturally in trees and upon rocks along small, shaded waterways. In your garden, you will need a semi-shaded, sheltered moist spot. Expect the highly fragrant, spider-like flowers to appear in the springtime. You will need good air circulation, and although it can be grown in a pot, does a lot better when mounted in a tree or upon a board. Keep moist throughout the year but a lot drier in the winter months. Ironbark Orchid (Dendrobium aemulum) likes to grow on Eucalyptus trees but if you are growing in pots, use a course, loose bark and make sure that you keep the roots covered.

Flowers are a brilliant white that turn pink as they are spent. It’s a late winter through to early spring bloomer which delights with a divine soft fragrance. They are happy in the heat, prefer some humidity but also need very good airflow. Ironbark orchids prefer full sun but will tolerant some shade. Ensure the medium is kept moist but be aware that they don’t like to be overwatered at all. A free-flowing growing medium is super important with this orchid. Rock Orchid (Dendrobium speciosum) would have to be my favourite orchid. It grows as both an epiphyte and a terrestrial and is rather drought and heat tolerant. They must have good air-circulation and you should give them semi-shade, but they will enjoy full sun from late autumn and then throughout the winter. Rock Orchid likes to grow in a course bark, pine bark is recommended, and watering should be monitored because they easily fall victim to root rot if water is left to pool. As a general guide: water every 3 to 4 days in summer, decreasing to once every week or 10 days in the colder months. How to Grow Epiphytes & Lithophytes First, find a tree! No tree or desire to grow your orchid in a tree? That’s ok, you can simply use old branches, sticks and even rocks artfully placed in pots. Under this structure, you will need a medium and that is not going to be soil. Your epiphytes will recoil in horror if you plant them in dirt so fill your pot with a chunky medium like bark chips, gravel or charcoal. There are specialty orchid growing mediums which are made up of these things and having a look at them will give you the idea or a solution.

This is rather general advice so make sure you seek out individual care tips for your species. Feed your orchid with a specialised orchid fertiliser but at half strength, (because this is a native plant), from mid spring until mid-autumn. You will find that most of this type of orchid need daily watering through the hottest summer months then a couple of times a week in mild weather, to once a fortnight through the winter months. Got a tree? Maybe a big rock in the garden? Just tie your orchid to it. Follow the rest of the instructions I have given but also make sure the position suits the species you have chosen. One tip I will share with you – don’t tie that orchid to a Paperbark Tree or other bark shedder. How to Grow Terrestrial Orchids. For the strong of heart and the patient, these orchids will give you a challenge. I like to enjoy them out there in the bush, but if you want to give them a go, a good starting point is the Donkey Orchid species (Duris spp.) of which there are many, but all have a pair of distinctive ear-like petals. These are an easier than most terrestrial orchid to grow. All terrestrial orchids will need a situation on par with most native plants and if growing in a pot, use 3 parts Australian Native Potting Mix to one part perlite to increase drainage. Many terrestrial orchids are deciduous and will die back to their underground tubers in summer and flower from very early spring. Water well during the growing period but most need you to stop completely when they die back. Looking for More Native Orchid Adventures? Go for a walk in our natural bushland and see

if you can spot some Aussie Natives but only take photos, not flowers or plants. Not only is it illegal, but you will also be contributing to the extinction of our flora. If you are interested in exploring more about legally collecting and growing these beauties of the bush, get in touch with a local Native Orchid group. One that services the Central Coast is: the Australasian Native Orchid Society, Central Coast and they meet on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at the Narara Valley Community Centre. www.anoscentralcoast.com. Also check out the umbrella Australasian Native Orchid Society Website: www.anos.org. au The Australasian Native Orchid Society is dedicated to ‘promoting the understanding and appreciation of orchids growing naturally not only in Australia, but also neighbouring New Zealand, New Guinea and the adjacent western Pacific.’ The society members enjoy a type of plantfellowship that includes breeding of species and sub-species, shows, culture, education and field work. TIME TO GET YOUR HANDS DIRTY Gardeners can still plant flowering bulbs out, but you will need to get a wiggle on for some. It’s a good time to plant evergreen climbers, trees and shrubs and you better also get to it for your spring flowering display as the time is running out. This week you could plant: broad beans, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, celery, onion, garlic, silver beet, spinach, coriander, tarragon, rosemary, shallots, lemongrass, mint, alyssum, Canterbury bells, carnations, columbine, forgetme-nots, lupin, pansy, penstemon, perennial salvia, stock, wallflower. AROUND THE COAST FOR GARDENERS THIS WEEK Australasian Native Orchid Society, Central Coast Show is on at Narara Valley Nursery this Saturday 17th April 10am to 5pm and Sunday 18th April 9am to 1:30pm. Entry is free and there will be plant sales and raffles. The CoastFM963 Gardening Gang is broadcasting live from the Orchid Show at Narara Valley Nursery on Saturday 17th 8am to 10am. Come on down and say hello to Pete and Cheralyn and you might even get to go air with your gardening questions or tips. Both of the above events: Narara Valley Nursery, 2 Manns Road,Narara.www.nararavalleynursery. com.au Kokedama Workshop 17th April Come and join Luna & Co in this relaxing workshop creating your very own Japanese inspired Kokedama creations. You will take home 2 beautifully wrapped kokedama plants. 880 Pacific Highway Lisarow Bookings essential: 0410691286 Keeping Backyard Chickens Online Webinar: Monday, 19 April 12:00pm to 1:10pm. Learn all the basics in getting started with your own backyard chickens. Free to book: www. centralcoast.nsw.gov.au

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Noodle in the Den It’s time to dust off your dancing shoes for the launch of a new monthly social night hosted by Naughty Noodle Fun Haus on April 29.

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The Noodle have partnered with popular bar, Lyons Den, to help host a free night of live DJs, music and drag at their Gosford venue, from 6pm to 10pm. Starting next week, the ‘ThursGAY’ event will feature on the last Thursday of every month and will involve a revolving line up of live music acts and performances from Drag Queens and Kings. Creative Director of the Naughty Noodle, Glitta Supernova, said the event will help support local LGBTQIA+ communities and local talent. “When we first met [brother and sister duo], Jared and Claire Lyons from the Den, back in the pre-COVID period of their business, we talked about ways we could work together on the existing cultural, creative and vibrancy gaps we all know exist in Gosford,” Supernova

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Committee uncovers problems with grant allocation to councils A NSW Government committee looking into how grants are allocated to councils is scathing in its interim report which was tabled in State Parliament on March 30. The committee uncovered deep and systematic problems with the Stronger Communities Fund tied grants round. This is the committee that exposed the $90M grant to Hornsby Council from the fund which was supposed to go to merged councils. The report said that problems demonstrated the brazenly partisan nature and scale of the maladministration of funds. The committee found that the round was worth $252M, two and a half times more than the Federal sports rorts scandal. “Of that $252M, 95 percent, a total of $241M, went to Coalition held or marginal electorates,” the committee found. It outlined 13 findings including that the Stronger Communities Fund tied grants round was a clear abuse of the grants process and that the Office of Local Government failed to publish revised

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be predictable and provide multi-year funding commitments; and, be regularly and publicly reviewed to ensure that it met the needs of the sector. The report said the Stronger Communities Fund tied grants round was an alarming example of the lack of transparency and accountability in NSW Government grant programs. “The fund was originally established to assist councils created from the NSW Government’s failed council amalgamations, but morphed into a brazen pork barrel scheme,” the report said.

“Ultimately the Coalition designed a scheme with so few checks and balances that $252M of public money was handed out on a purely political basis to sort out the Coalition’s political problems, to gain an advantage in the 2019 state election and to punish any council that had objected to being forcibly merged. “The Stronger Communities Fund is just one example of how NSW Government grant processes lack transparency, accountability and oversight. “Not only is the vast array of grant programs wasteful and inefficient, but grant programs are also currently open to

abuse. “Assessment processes and the role of Ministerial discretion in decisions lack transparency. “Government MPs have input into identification and even assessment of projects while non-government MPs are often excluded. “The committee came to the conclusion that the current grants system is broken and in need of a fundamental overhaul,” the report said. However, there was a dissenting view from three of the seven committee members, The National’s Trevor Khan MLC, and the Liberal Party’s Matthew Mason-Cox MLC and Natalie Ward MLC. “This Inquiry was established on July 3, 2020, with the intent of bringing greater transparency and public accountability to the process, administration and decision making around government grants programs,” the three said. “The authors of this dissenting statement unreservedly support transparency and accountability. “While this has largely informed the committee, the evidence received is not

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indelible hole in my bank and super accounts. I’ve taken hardto-swallow pay cuts to switch industries, and been fearful of salary negotiations that asked for the same amount my male counterparts earn, or more. Topping it all off, I had multiple super accounts with costly retail funds running simultaneously with insurance cover I did not know I was entitled to – and I probably would not have been able to claim on. How I managed to more than double my nest egg compared with the average female super balance is nothing short of a gender-gap miracle. Entering the workforce at 16, I remember being bewildered by filling out my first superannuation application form. What was a binding death nomination? I have a younger brother.

Does that mean he’s my dependant? Or was I a dependant? When it came to the investments section, there was an option to “default”. I didn’t like the sound of that, so I split my contributions across eight asset classes to add up to 100%. I distinctly recall that Australian shares were at the top of the list by happenstance and I allocated a nice, neat figure

of 40% to them, followed by international shares, which also received 40%. With my Year 10 commerce education in tow, I knew leaving my money in the bank would guarantee interest, so I allocated the remaining 20% to the cash option. That was a fun exercise, I thought to myself, and oddly gratifying to have a vague level

of control over something for which I had no language or enough understanding. So, for every job I started and super fund application form I had to fill out thereafter, I never deviated from splitting my money across 40% each in Aussie and international shares and leaving 20% in cash. At the onset of the GFC, I was working for an investment bank

when the financial world started to implode. As stock and capital markets crumbled, a sage colleague told me that he moved all his superannuation to cash. I did the same thing. In mid-2009, as signs of recovery began to flicker, he told me that he went back to equities. I did the same thing. You could hardly say that I was “engaged” with my super. I left multiple accounts open only to bleed fees for a decade. Before becoming a financial journalist for the super fund and investment sectors four years ago, I had no idea what industry or retail funds were, or what a MySuper product was. Even after years of studying and working in accounting, the concept of a 9.5% super contribution did not leave the confines of my job contract. The fact that I will retire with a hefty nest egg propped up by an overreliance on equities and unsolicited intra-fund advice is underwritten purely by kismet. M

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The power of self-belief A women’s community and business group met at Ettalong Diggers last week to discuss the highs and lows of being a woman in business. The Community and Business Women’s Network held their Peninsula event on Wednesday, April 14. Community engagement officer, Sharyn Becker, encouraged a number of attendees to shine a spotlight on their own businesses to the crowd. Guest speaker, Monique Anderson, was then welcomed to the stage. Anderson, who may be best known through her former role as the CEO of the John Singleton Group, spoke about her recent life changes and experiences as a high-profile woman in business, touching on themes of sexism, inequality and sheer

hard work. Throughout the talk, Anderson spoke about her journey of low self-esteem through her business career, her relationships, and also through motherhood. “Every experience that I’ve been through brought me to the person I am today [and] I want to give back and help other people,” Anderson said. “I remember sitting down in a boardroom of men and hearing ‘listen girly’ … it’s been an interesting history.” Anderson worked for the Singleton Group for over 20 years, overseeing a range of portfolios including hospitality, entertainment, media, hotels, sporting venues, and government relations. She has also held board positions on several private and public companies including Macquarie radio.

After sadly losing her mother last year due to a brain tumour, Anderson spoke about the benefits she has added to her life through personal development and the power of believing in yourself. “You can achieve an unbelievable transformation … work on yourself and you will change your whole life,” Anderson added. “There’s podcasts out there, books, personal development videos … “I’ve never been so happy.” Member for Gosford, Liesl Tesch, wrapped up the networking event, reflecting Anderson’s message of the importance of self-love. The women’s network will next meet on May 7 at the Davistown RSL Club. Maisy Rae

Better uses for funding – Peninsula Chamber With comments set to close on April 26 on Central Coast Council’s proposal to implement a shared zone along The Esplanade at Umina Beach, Peninsula Chamber of Commerce has raised some concerns. The plan includes the closure of a section of The Esplanade, between Ocean Beach Rd and Trafalgar Ave, to non-essential traffic. Council says the project, to be funded with a $327,528 grant from the State Government’s Streets as Shared Spaces program, was developed after numerous requests to slow traffic and improve pedestrian safety. But Chamber President,

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Matthew Wales, says the money could be better spent. “Having viewed the concept plans, the Chamber is of the view that this is an extravagant waste of valuable taxpayer dollars at a time when Central Coast Council is under severe financial stress,” Wales said. “Whilst we acknowledge that this project is funded by the NSW State Government under the Streets as Shared Spaces program, the expenditure of such a large amount of money on a laneway that benefits a limited number of beachfront properties is totally out of sync with community expectations when our local roads are unkerbed, potholed and without drainage and lack of footpaths.

The plan is to close this section of The Esplanade to all non-essential traffic

“The advertised plans show ‘beach towel’ design laneway thresholds, interpretative signs, sandstone seating, relocatable planter boxes, pavement art and a ‘pop-up’

seating area in a highly constricted laneway space that services local traffic, garbage trucks and delivery vehicles. “It’s all well and good to encourage innovative ideas for

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streets as safe, shared public spaces but not when residents are going to be slugged an extra 15 per cent on their rates to pay for Council’s gross financial mismanagement. “Clearly the concept plan has struggled to find ways to spend the $327,000 grant and the Chamber believes that the project should be scrapped.” Wales said that rather than forcing pedestrians to use the busy laneway as a means of linking Ocean Beach and Umina Beach Surf Clubs, the focus should be on the construction of a boardwalk along the beachfront. “By Council’s own admission, The Esplanade laneway is currently widely used by

motorists and pedestrians, including cyclists, with an effort being made to remove nonessential vehicle travel through the laneway to increase safety for these users,” he said. “Clearly, the intent by Council and the beachfront residents is to restrict vehicle movements at the expense of access by many in our local community to this area. “I’m sure the community could see far better ways of utilising such a large funding grant on far more deserving projects.” Source: Media release, Apr 13 Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

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The critical importance of preconception nutrition iron.

reduce their risk of infertility by eighty percent. Granted it’s not the only factor to consider in that regard, but it’s a big one!

Animal fats (lard, tallow, butter, ghee): these are not just empty calories - lard from pig fat is the richest land-source of vitamin D; butter and ghee contain vitamin K2 and vitamin A.

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GEORGIA LIENEMANN This week, inspired by the new Birth Time film which has been playing in various locations around the coast in recent weeks, we’re diving into a new five-part series on the topic of birth. We’re kicking off with this piece on the preconception period, then over the next weeks will touch on pregnancy, birth, the postpartum period and finally, a comprehensive guide to relevant services for parents on the Central Coast. When is the preconception period? The preconception period is generally defined as the months prior to conception – up to six months. However, for those who have existing micronutrient deficiencies or poor lifestyle habits (which is most of us), this period should extend beyond six months – ideally one to two years. From my experience working in the field of nutrition, there is nowhere near enough emphasis placed on the importance of proper nourishment (for both parents) in the preconception period. This crucial window shapes the lifelong health of the baby to the same degree as the diet consumed during pregnancy – if not moreso. It also greatly impacts fertility. Harvard researchers found that by changing the diet of women with irregular or absent ovulation, they were able to

I love this beautiful quote from one of my favourite voices on the subject of nutrition, Dr Chris Masterjohn: “we must take the same care in preparing the human womb for the seed of life to be planted therein that we take to prepare the womb of the earth for the seeds of the plant life from which we and our animals will take nourishment. A generous intake of all nutrients will supply the soil of the womb with everything the life developing within it needs for robust and vigorous growth and a long, healthy life to come.”

Organ meats: liver is the most nutrient dense food on offer. It provides a rich source of vitamin A and folate as well as vitamin K2, iron, selenium, zinc, coenzyme-Q10 and ample amounts of all of the B vitamins.

same ones prioritised in traditional preconception foods.

The fact that the nutritional status during the preconception and prenatal period has been shown to produce lifelong effects on the brain, kidneys, cardiovascular and system and determines the risk of metabolic and degenerative diseases in later life, highlights the degree to which this inner ‘soil’ can influence the life of the unborn child. It’s not just about producing healthy babies, but robust adults and a healthy society.

Another example of science verifying this innate traditional wisdom, is that the preconception period itself is equally as important for the father as it is for the mother. It’s only in recent years that the research is starting to highlight just how critical this window is for fathers and the huge impact it will have on the life of the child.

Referring to the wisdom of traditional cultures

A father’s preconception health and lifestyle has now been linked to the occurrence of malformations and birth defects in their offspring. Specifically, medication use, exposure to environmental substances, obesity and advanced age have been associated with low birth weight, congenital cardiac malformations, infant cancers and neural tube defects.

One of the universal characteristics of traditional cultures was the special consideration of the preconception period and the provision of specific nutrient dense foods to all prospective parents. In fact, some of these cultures only permitted marriage after the man and woman had spent months consuming these nourishing fertility foods - and we’ll touch on which ones, shortly. Modern science has already ascertained that most of the nutritional factors that we now recognise as the most important to fertility and healthy fetal development are the exact

Male preconception care – a missing link

Other research highlights that fathers’ exposure to alcohol leading up to conception can have deleterious effects on the child’s brain and behavioural development. It’s therefore sensible to heed the wisdom of traditional cultures and prioritise this

important window not only for mothers-to-be, but for both parents. Can’t I just supplement?

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When it comes to prenatal supplements, most on the market are poorly absorbed at best, or detrimental to health at worst. I strongly advise parents to stick to practitioner-only supplement brands, but even then - synthetic prenatal vitamins cannot fill the gap created by poor diet. As multivitamins, they merely provide tiny ‘top-up’ amounts of each nutrient and will never rectify a deficiency. And it’s concerning to think how many parents-to-be have undiagnosed micronutrient deficiencies. If we look at two of the most critical nutrients for this prenatal period, vitamin D and choline, we know that 80% of Australians are deficient in the former and over 99% of women of reproductive age aren’t getting sufficient choline. To return to Chris Masterjohn’s analogy, nutrient dense foods are the only way to ensure that we’re creating the type of soil that will nourish and grow a healthy seedling.

Which foods did traditional cultures eat? Traditional peoples went to great lengths to source ‘sacred’ foods for the preconception period that were especially high in fat-soluble vitamins (A,D,E,K2), DHA, EPA, biotin, folate, choline and zinc. All of these nutrients play crucial roles in the reproductive health of parents as well as the health of babies in utero. I’ve spoken about the importance of some of these nutrients previously when I wrote about the work of Dr Weston Price, however it’s worth reiterating that he’d discovered that traditional people consumed ten times the amount of fat-soluble vitamins in their diet – and not just in the prenatal period. We are now seeing epidemics of deficiency in these vitamins and a rise in infertility and birth defects. So which foods were highest on their priority list? Many of the foods which have been demonised for decades thanks to the fearmongering associated with the anti-fat campaign. Eggs: the yolks are the richest food source of both choline and biotin, as well as being a rich source of vitamin K2, folate and minerals zinc, selenium and

Bone marrow: is packed with certain nutrients found virtually nowhere else. Alkylglycerols (immune-boosting compounds which are also present in breastmilk), adiponectin and a good amount of vitamin E. Oysters and shellfish: some of the richest sources of zinc and B12 as well as selenium, iron and vitamin D. Small oily fish and fish eggs: these are packed with DHA and EPA, vitamin D and B12. Fish livers: we can access the rich source of vitamins A, D and DHA that fish livers provide by taking cod liver oil. Coldpressed ideally (my favourite brand is Rosita). As with everything, sourcing quality is important. Many of these nutrients are no longer present when the animals are raised in confinement or fed an unnatural diet. Wherever possible, source land animals that were raised on pasture, and seafood that is wild-caught rather than farmed. We have so many great local options here on the coast check out my recent guide to shopping supermarket-free under the health section of the Coast Community News website. We’ll have a seafood guide coming soon. The 2nd instalment of this series will be published in CCN 289 on April 23

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Ettalong DA on public exhibition A proposed three-unit housing development in Ettalong is up for public exhibition. The regular shaped allotment at 18 Warrah Street currently contains a single dwelling-house and ancillary structures on a flat 727.1 square metre site. In the proposal, the applicant, Knight Mapleton Design Partners, seeks consent to demolish the existing house, import fill and erect a new multi-dwelling development comprising of three town houses at an estimated construction cost of $600,000. Each dwelling would include three bedrooms, living areas with vehicular access via the central driveway, separate garages, and front courtyard fencing.

The proposed garages provide five off-street parking spaces, however due to the narrowness of the site, no visitor parking would be available onsite. Instead, visitor parking and service vehicle access may be provided on the existing street. The units would also be provided ground floor private open space with plunge pools, internal storage, and a waste collection area. This space, along with clothes drying areas, would be screened away from the other dwellings and from public view. The applicant plans to present a lightweight appearance for the dwelling, using a mixture of weatherboard cladding to keep with the Council’s

desired character elements for the Ettalong Beach – Medium Density project. The garden design has been deemed compatible with the streetscape, with the applicant noting the project would maintain ‘reasonable levels of visual amenity for neighbouring properties, and the built form divides up the units to break up bulk and provide visual relief’. Courtyards will also be located around the perimeter of the townhouses to provide ‘sufficient’ deep soil planting to incorporate small to medium street trees. More information about the proposal can be found on the Council’s ePlanning portal. Source: Central Coast Council DA tracker, Apr 9 DA 61194

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A street view of the proposed site

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free fruit have been eaten by kids since the program launched - the equivalent to filling more than six Olympic sized swimming pools. Woolworths NSW Group Manager, Steve Clark, said he would like to encourage all schools to apply for the initiative. “We want to further encourage healthy eating habits and help students get their daily recommended intake of fruit,” Clark said. “Parents and kids are also

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Stroke sufferer turned to art A Daleys Point local is in the running for a national award following her fight for a ‘new normal’ after suffering a stroke six years ago. Suzanne Ghent, 59, has been selected as a Stroke Foundation 2021 national awards finalist in the ‘Creative Award’ category after turning to art in her recovery. Ghent, now a full-time artist, photographer, poet and jeweller, is humbled by the recognition and said the journey has taken both time and patience. Stroke Foundation 2021 Creative Award finalist Suzanne Ghent

“After my stroke, I learnt to tap into things that bring me joy like my art and my family,” Ghent said. “I encourage other survivors of stroke to find their passion and use it to help them move forward.” Her experience left her with mobility, speech, memory and vision difficulties, and impacted her sense of self, but after spending 12 months in rehabilitation, Ghent has come a long way in her recovery. Stroke Foundation New South Wales State Manager, Rhian Paton-Kelly, congratulated Ghent for using her creative

side to embrace her new normal. “Suzanne highlights the powerful role creative endeavours can play in recovery from stroke,” PatonKelly said. “For many people painting or writing provides a way to express emotions and engage with life.” Paton-Kelly said 2020 delivered unprecedented challenges to the stroke community, with many survivors of stroke selfisolating for months in order to protect themselves from COVID-19.

“Survivors of stroke demonstrated resilience and innovation to adapt to the changed environment to continue their projects or goals,” Paton-Kelly added. “This is what we will be celebrating in Stroke Foundation national Stroke Awards.” With almost 70 people nominated across six categories this year, the Stroke Foundation’s national award winners will be announced on Wednesday, May 5. Source: Media release, Apr 13 Stroke Foundation

Check-in assessments kick off in Term 2 As students on the Peninsula return to the classroom for the beginning of term two, a new form of assessments will also be commencing. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said the check-in

assessments have been designed as a new way of gaining insights into the learning progression of students. “Check-In Assessments were successfully rolled out to students in Years 3, 5 and 9 in 2020, and this term, they will be rolled out to students in

Years 4, 6 and 8 for the first time,” Crouch said. “The assessments will provide our teachers with a snapshot of every single student’s strength and weakness. “This new method is considered world-class

because it allows schools to track the progress of each student, and if required, change the method or content of education to match. “It will also help schools to quickly identify which students might need some extra assistance or some additional extension work.”

The assessments, which provides results to schools within 48 hours, aims to provide diagnostic information at syllabus and learning progression levels and the ability to inform classroom practice. Students in Years 4, 6 and 8 will begin the online check-in

during term two, while the Year 3, 5 and 9 assessments will be scheduled for term four. Source: Media release, Apr 20 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

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Relishing the Coast’s local produce A new food festival is set to launch in Woy Woy next weekend as part of Central Coast Council’s bid to celebrate local produce and great food.

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The inaugural event will be held on May 1 and 2, and will be free, however tickets must be secured and will be limited. Council Director Community and Recreation Services, Julie Vaughan, said the event will bring ‘energy and vibrancy’ to the streets of Woy Woy over the two days. “On Saturday 1 May, we will shine a spotlight on local restaurants as we invite locals and visitors to experience a taste of Woy Woy,” Vaughan said. “It’s the perfect opportunity to sample some of the best eateries our region has to offer or uncover a hidden gem.” A ‘food map’ is also available online to represent the local venues offering a range of set menus and specials for visitors. On Sunday, May 2, an afternoon of live music and entertainment will be on offer at Woy Woy Oval along with

food and beverages and market stalls. Live performances from Jesse O’Neill, ASHA, Jamie Lindsay Band, and Uncle Jed will be featured from 12pm to 4pm. Council Administrator Dick Persson said the event aims to support Woy Woy’s vibrant hospitality scene and draw visitors to the Peninsula. “Relish the Coast is an opportunity to celebrate Woy Woy’s lively local eateries and draw residents and visitors alike to the town centre, providing a boost to the local economy,” Persson said. “After what has been a rough year for our local hospitality and event sectors due to COVID-restrictions, now is the perfect time for the community to get out and about to enjoy everything the Central Coast has to offer.” More information about the food festival and ticketing can be found at Council’s Relish the Coast website. Source: Media release, 20 Apr Central Coast Council

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NOT FOR PROFIT ORGANISATIONS Art & Culture Central Coast Art Society Weekly paint-outs enquiries Tuesday. Phone: 0428 439 180 Workshops: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays 9.30 am to 12.30 pm, at Gosford Regional Gallery & Art Centre. Phone: 0409 666 709 Social Meetings 1.30 pm on 4th Wednesday for demonstration 4325 1420 publicity@artcentralcoast.asn.au

Ettalong Beach Art & Crafts Centre Adult classes in Pottery Watercolours, Oils, Acrylics, Pastels, Silvercraft, Patchwork & Quilting 0412 155 391 www.ebacc.com.au ebacc.email@gmail.com

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Broadcaster. Aims: Safeguard ABC’s independence, adequate funding, high standards. Meetings through the year + social mornings Well-known guest speakers 0400 213 514 www.fabcnsw.org.au

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Empire Bay Probus Club Friendship, fellowship, and fun in retirement. Very active club, outings, excursions, dining - 3 Peninsula Village times a month Playgroup 1st Thur 1.30pm Carers, Grandparents, Empire Bay Progress Hall parents & children Visitors Welcome. ‘Intergenerational Playgroup’ 0414 280 375 Tues 10-11.30am 4344 9199 Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre Peninsula School The revamped CCMDC is for Seniors open. Schools and Group Community Centre, bookings welcome by McMasters Road, Woy Woy appointment. Discussions, rumikin, craft, Building has special needs history, walks, & coach trips access and toilets Tues, Wed, Thur Open 7 days 9am – 3pm. 4341 5984 or 4341 0800 Terrigal. 4385 5027 ccmdc@bigpond.com The Krait Club www.ccmdc.org.au Community Centre - Cooinda Village, Neptune St, Umina Central Coast 10.30am For seniors. Gentle Community exercises, quizzes, games, Legal Centre social activities, guest Not for profit service providing speakers, entertainment and free legal advice. bus trips - 4344 3277 Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm 4353 4988 contact@centralcoastclc.org.au

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like AA. Meets every Sat at 7pm on the Central Coast Contact for further details 0473 631 439

Overeaters Anonymous (OA) 12-step fellowship for those with eating disorders. No dues, fees, or weigh-ins. Peninsula Com. Cntr, cnr. Mc Masters Rd & Ocean Beach Rd. Woy Woy, Fri 8pm 0412 756 446 www.oa.org

Schizophrenia & Bipolar Fellowship For Schizophrenia Bipolar & Mental Health sufferers. Family carers & friends.are welcome. Meetings 1st Thursday Inquires re-venue please ring 4344-7989 or 4368-2214

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Central Coast Asbestos Diseases Support info@wagstaffetokillcare.org.au Australian Labor Party Group Political discussions, national, Support for those suffering state and local government Entertainment with asbestos diseases and issues others interested in asbestos LEARN TO DANCE issues. You are not alone, Social ballroom dancing for all Peninsula Day Branch meet with others who can ages, all you need is a desire 1pm 2nd Mon share their experiences. Bring to learn and dance, CWA Hall Woy Woy no partner required. Peninsula Village Meals a family member or friend. 4341 9946 1pm at Ourimbah RSL on meet every Wed at 15 Delivered daily to your door fourth Wed of each month. Lorraine Ave Berkeley Vale, Nutritious, great for the elderly Service Groups Maree 0419 418 190 2:00pm 4344 9199 Lions Club of Woy Woy Anne - 0409 938 345 Music Everglades Country Club anneglazier@y7mail.com Peninsula Village Brisbane Water Brass 3rd Monday of each month Health Groups Carer’s Support Group Brass Band entertainment Make new friends and For carers of loved ones with for the community playing all have fun while serving your Al-Anon dementia - 1st Wed - 10 to types of popular music. community. If someone’s drinking is 11.30am Rehearsal every Wed 0478 959 895 causing you problems... Paula 4344 9199 8pm -10pm Al-Anon can help 0419 274 012 1300 252 666 Rotary Clubs Meetings Sat 2pm Prostate Cancer International service club Woy Woy Hospital improves lives of communities Coastal a Cappella Support Group Ocean Beach Road in Aust. & o/seas. Fun-filled Award winning women’s a (Gosford) activities, fellowship and cappella chorus. Last Fri, Terrigal Uniting friendship. Music education provided. Alcoholics Anonymous Church, 380 Terrigal Drive, Rehearsals Tuesday 7pm @ Rotary Club of Woy Woy Terrigal - Someone cares. Red Tree Theatre Tuggerah. Tues 6pm Everglades 9.30am to 12 noon WED-THURS-FRI - 12.30pm, Performance opportunities. Country Club. 4367 9600 Progress Hall Henry Parry & www.pcfa.org.au Hire us for your next event. Don Tee 0428 438 535 Wells Street East Gosford 0412 948 450 coastalacappella@gmail.com Woy Woy Stroke Special Interest Central Coast Recovery Club Parkinson’s Bridge Troubadour Central Everglades Country Club Support Group Duplicate Bridge Mon Tue 2nd Tues 11am Coast Folk, We aim to help individuals Thur Fri Sat-12.15pm Company, up-to-date info, Traditional & Acoustic and their families better & Wed 9.15am hydrotherapy, bus trips Music and Spoken Word manage living with Brisbane Water Bridge Club, 1300 650 594 Concerts, Ukulele meets, Parkinson’s Disease Peninsula Community Centre and Sessions Guest speakers are a regular 93 McMasters Rd. S.A 4342 6716 feature of our meetings. troubadourfolkclub@gmail.com Woy Woy Is Internet porn destroying www.brisbane-water.bridge-club.org 2nd Tue - 1.30pm your life. 1800 644 189 Soundwaves chorus We may be able to help. Central Coast Male singers We are a 12 step fellowship

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Tenants’ Advice and Advocacy Service Help with issues with landlords & real estate agents? Free telephone advice and advocacy for all tenants and residents in residential parks. 4353 5515 cctaas@hotmail.com

Peninsula Environment Group Environmental projects, (incl. Woytopia), Woy Woy community garden, social events, workshops, organic food buying group www.peg.org.au

Veterans Veterans’ Help Centre’ Assist all veterans & families with pension & welfare issues. Mon & Wed 9am-1pm 4344 4760 Cnr Broken Bay Rd & Beach St Ettalong. centralcoastveterans@bigpond.com.

Women’s Groups Blackwall Girl Guides Girl Guides meets near you! Blackwall Girl Guides Unit For girls 7-13 years old Mondays 5:30 – 7:30pm Blackwall Guide Hall, 120 Memorial Ave, Ettalong Beach (Cnr Lurline) 0414 863 183 blackwallgirlguides@gmail.com

Country Women’s Association Woy Woy 30 The Boulevarde, Woy Woy Craft & Friendship: 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Wed 9AM Meetings: 4th Wed 9.30 Ph: 0411 434785 woywoycwa@gmail.com

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The Mariners travelled to Tasmania to play a Western United side which has logged a poor record against New South Wales teams in 2021. On this occasion, a fifth minute goal from Western’s Connor Pain turned out to be the difference in the end. The one-two move put together between Pain and Besart Berisha cut the Mariners’ defence in two with a final outside foot clip catching goalkeeper, Mark Birighitti, off-guard. The Mariners’ defensive line was beaten once again late on in the first half through a well-placed early inside cross from Alessandro Diamanti, finding striker, Guarrotxena, unmarked on the penalty spot.

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Guarrotxena’s shot was fired directly at Birighitti, who made the reflex save, but highlighted a vulnerability in the Mariners’ back line. In attack, the Mariners’ play was stifled by Western, who worked hard to undercut the service to the starting front men, Matt Simon and Marcos Ureña. One first half opportunity came in added time on the end of a precise through ball by Michal Janota from out of the box to Daniel Bouman on the edge of the goal area. The ball found a gap in the Western defence, but positioned Bouman too close to goalkeeper, Ryan Scott, to get the ball up and over. The second half saw the Mariners find some momentum and control more of the game. A foul by Ruon Tongyik nearly saw him earn himself a second yellowandaredcardforobstructing Pain’s run into space down the wing, but a VAR checked offside cancelled out referee, Alireza Fagahani’s call.

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An immediate influx of energy came into the Mariners’ attacking third with the entrance of Alou Kuol in the 69th minute, yet despite finding himself with the ball at his boots in front of goal numerous times,the young superstar couldn’t find the net. The closest call for the Mariners came from captain, Oliver Bozanic, with an out of box strike that skimmed over the crossbar in the 75th minute. Working his way around Víctor Sánchez with an outside foot feint back onto the inside, Bozanic found himself in space a long distance away, yet his hard driven shot was unable to kickstart his team back into the game. In the end, it was a disappointing match for the Mariners who have yet to find consistent form this season away from home.

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Coach Alen Stajcic noted in the post match press conference that if his team had scored one, he was sure they would have scored more. This is only the third match this season where they have not scored a single goal. However, with the two of their

final four games scheduled at Central Coast Stadium, first between Sydney FC on Saturday, April 24, then Brisbane Roar the following Wednesday, April 28, the Mariners will be looking to get their season back on track. Haakon Barry

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Anzac Day – road closures across the Central Coast “Lest we forget” In commemoration of Anzac Day, Central Coast Council is supporting events being held at a number of locations across the Coast on Sunday 25 April. Road closures A number of road closures will be in place at various times to safely accommodate attendees at both Dawn and Main Marches and Services.  Davistown: 9am – Service held inside Davistown RSL Club. Car park to remain open.  Doyalson: 8am – Wentworth Avenue off Pacific Highway. No access into Barton Road or Denman Street.  Empire Bay: 10.45am – Sorrento Road from the boat ramp entry to the intersection of Shelly Beach Road and Kendall Road.  Gosford: 5.15am – Mann Street from the corner near Broadview Avenue to the intersection of Georgiana Terrace. No access to Vaughan Avenue. 10am – Mann Street from the corner near Broadview Avenue to the intersection of Donnison Street. Donnison Street from the intersection of Baker Street to the intersection of Henry Parry Drive. There will be no access to Vaughan Avenue and Georgiana Terrace. No access via Vaughan Avenue to Mann Street from Central Coast Highway until 2pm.  Ourimbah: 1.15pm – heading into Ourimbah from M1 will have a detour diverting traffic towards Tuggerah Acess to Ourimbah via Enterprise Drive. The intersection of Yates Road and Ourimbah Creek Road to the roundabout at Chittaway Road will also be closed. Full closure for Dog Trap Road.  Terrigal: 11pm Saturday 24 – Terrigal Esplanade from the intersection of Campbell Crescent. 4.45am Sunday 25 – Terrigal Esplanade, Campbell Crescent, Church Street and Kurrawyba Avenue. The main access into Terrigal CBD at the intersection of Terrigal Drive and Barnhill Road.  The Entrance: 10.45am – Marine Parade will be closed from Coral Street to Beach Street. The Entrance Road will be closed from Denning Street to Marine Parade. Denning Street will be closed from Taylor Street to The Entrance Road.  Toukley: There will be no traffic closures in 2021.  Woy Woy: There will be no traffic closures in 2021.  Wyong: There will be no traffic closures in 2021. Please plan ahead and obey all detour signage and road closures throughout the day. For full information on road closures, including specific times, and links to details for Marches and Services please visit centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/anzacday Central Coast Council Offices 2 Hely St Wyong / 49 Mann St Gosford 8.30am - 5.00pm, Monday to Friday T 1300 463 954 Mayor Lisa Matthews | Chief Executive Officer Gary Murphy

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Bring it on: Crunch time for Mariners FOOTBALL The Mariners A-League season hangs in the balance ahead of a crunch match this weekend against rivals Sydney FC (April 24) at Central Coast Stadium. With the A-League reaching the business end of the 2020/21 season, the Central Coast Mariners are poised delicately within the top of the table mix, and in need of good results to stay in reach of first place. With Melbourne City posting an historic 7 – 0 win over cross-town rivals Melbourne Victory in the past week, City has a firm grip now on the top of the League table, sitting with both a point and game in hand over second place Mariners. After a disappointment match in Launceston, the

Jack Clisby says he’s ready for this weekend’s crunch match against Sydney FC

Central Coast side return home for this Saturday’s match against Sydney FC.

This will be followed by three remaining away games to end the league season,

against Victory, Roar, and finally the Newcastle Jets. Sydney FC will come to the

Coast only three points behind their northern rivals, and with an even record of +7 goal

difference for both teams, an away win will launch the travellers ahead on the table. Seventh place Brisbane Roar have two games in hand on the Mariners and two opportunities to take points off them; doing so will bring them within one point of the blue and yellow. The Mariners do not yet have a secure spot in the finals series that will be played throughout June, although they are still well in contention. The top six teams play finals, with the top two advancing straight to the semi-finals. With this in mind, the Mariners now have everything to play for, as well as everything to lose. Kick off is at 5:05pm. Who do we sing for?

Ettalong Bowling Club raises more funds for families BOWLS Ettalong Bowling Club’s monthly charity event has once again raised funds to help support families with seriously ill children on the Central Coast. The event, which was held at the Ettalong club on April 18, raised a total of $1,755 on the day thanks to a donation of Ettalong Bowlo Fishing Club. The fishing club’s $1,000 donation have helped bring the

charity program’s year-to-date total to over $21,000. Publicity officer Ken Dixon said the three Bendigo Community Banks across the Coast have already donated $5,000 each to the cause. “Ettalong Bendigo Director Kerry Watkins has played a major part in organizing the Bendigo contribution,” Dixon said. “All up, it was a great day.” Central Coast Kids in Need

raises money to assist families who have seriously ill children with prolonged illness. The money raised is used to cover travel and accommodation costs, equipment requirements and pharmacy products. The Ettalong club will host its next charity day on Sunday, May 16. Source: Media release, Apr 18 Ettalong Bowling Club

Ken Dixon, Glen Borg and Chairman Gary Thomson at the cheque handover from Ettalong Bowlo Fishing Club

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Huge turnout for local floorball event FLOORBALL What started as a small, internal school holiday competition for the Peninsula Thunder Floorball Club soon grew into a three age division, 80 player tournament played throughout Tuesday, April 13, with a local talent taking away the win. Held at Peninsula Leisure Centre, where Thunder their Elites, Mixed, Senior Youth and Youth league competitions, the inaugural Super 4’s Junior Competition involved players from Queensland, Newcastle, Kulnura, Sydney and the Central Coast, with new beginners to the sport as well as those who have been with Thunder since its formation in 2011. Overall, there were six U19 teams, four in the U14’s, and two in the U9 division. The usual format of five verses five, plus goalkeepers, was scrapped for a more open style four on four game on a smaller court, with participants commenting on the fun, great competition, and wonderful team spirit on display. One such competitor on this day was Thunder club member Dominic Hall, previous participant in the Junior Australian Floorball Open and member of the winning Super 4 team that was made up of members of the national team. In Hall’s Semi Final, a tightly contested match finished in his team’s favour 1-0. The Grand Final presented less of a challenge for the team, who posted five unanswered goals to win overall. For Hall however, the sport is played for a love of the activity and the connections it makes possible.

“I really like the intensity of the sport,” said Hall. “Whatever happens on the court happens, so that when you come off after the match you are still mates with all the people in the match. “It’s a lot of fun to play in a high intensity game and then come off and still be friends.” The Super 4 was organised by club founding members, Alan Clay and Julie Clay. Alan is the Club Vice President and Director for Floorball Australia, and Julie a Club committee member, junior coach and junior development member for NSW Floorball Australia. “(Originally) it was only going to be a small event,” said Alan. “My wife, Julie, decided to open it up and put it on our club website to anyone who wanted to play. “We had half a dozen players coming up from the Northern Beaches in Sydney, about 14 players coming down from Newcastle and more from around the state.” Alan, who is also an exAustralian Floorball National player a part of the 2002 and

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2004 World Championships teams, also shared some notes on the growth of the sport in Australia and the future direction of his club. “In 2002 there were maybe 200 players around the country, now there’s 2,500. “When we first started up here in 2011, it was with only 20 players coming together on a Tuesday night, and once we secured the ring here at Peninsula Leisure Centre, we grew quickly and started to play floorball properly. “In a short 12 month space of time we started our juniors program and it really took off. “In around two years we had about 100 players, level with Newcastle, and four years later we were the biggest club in Australia with about 200 players. “Now, we are looking to grow competing clubs across Australia, with a particular focus on junior participation. “Next year in the July School Holidays, our club will be hosting a Junior Australian Floorball Open. “The last time we held one was in 2017 and we had 300 players involved, the biggest

Open ever held in Australia. “Clubs came from New Zealand, Western Australia, Queensland, Victoria as well as quite a few clubs and school teams from New South

Wales.” In the meantime, there is plenty of floorball to be had on the Peninsula, with the internal Tuesday evening league having six more

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Nicola McDermott makes history

TRACK & FIELD Tascott local, Nicola McDermott has set athletic history at the 2021 Australian Championships, becoming the first Australian Women High Jumper to clear 2.00m. In setting this new height, ahead of the previous 1.99m record set by her Victorian rival and friend, Eleanor Patterson, McDermott will now head to the 2021 Tokyo Olympics after undergoing much of development in the sport at Gosford and Mingara athletics clubs. Having cleared all her jumps from 1.86m – 1.97m in one attempt, she found herself the lone competitor facing the 2.00m bar. After missing out on her first attempt, McDermott came back for the second and found the result she has been looking for all season. The jump has topped her previous personal best of 1.98m, earned last year. “To be able to jump (2.00m) today with my friends and family and an incredible crowd is just without words, it hasn’t sunk in it,” McDermott said. “When I was on my second attempt, I just had a big smile on my face because I knew it was sealed.” The Central Coast originating jumper has taken

the opportunity to thank her jumps coach, Matt Hornsell, who has trained McDermott since she was competing in the U11’s at Gosford Little Athletics Club. “We’ve been training together for fourteen years and he said as soon as I started that I was going to be the one to jump two meters. “I held onto that as a promise.” McDermott went on to attempt a 2.03m jump, and although she missed out, it is a telling sign of her commitment to reaching higher. “Two meters isn’t the end, it’s going to go higher,” concluded McDermott. Over the fourteen years of coaching she has had with Hornsell, McDermott has moved from little athletics with Gosford to Mingara Athletics Club at U16’s, where she still trains to this day, and then on to competing for Sydney University as part of a scholarship. Hornsell has tracked her progress throughout this time which has gained momentum over the years. “It was funny, when I first met her, she ticked all the boxes I have in looking for athletes with the features, movement and body shape to be a high class high jumper,” Hornsell said. “I told her, ‘if you stick with this you could one day be the best high jumper in Australia, as you get older, you’ll physically tick all the boxes to do

that.’” “She took that on board actually and has said she always remembers that conversation. “Back then she was just a kid, she wasn’t that strong, but she enjoyed herself and her friends and the sport. “As she progressed, she did more work, got stronger, and now she is one of the strongest high jump athletes in the world. “Her progression has been great to see. “Some athletes like to only be number one in Australia, so when you put them in a field with ten other athletes who are better than them they can’t cope with that. “Nicola tended to thrive on those conditions, on competing overseas, and just loved the atmosphere. “That’s where she felt she belonged I think.” Both McDermott and Patterson have qualified for the Olympics that are scheduled to take place throughout July and August this year. Should that happen as planned, they will have the opportunity to compete for highest accolade on the world stage. Source: Media Release, Apr 18 Lachlan Moorhouse, Athletics Australia.