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Pub baron turns first sod on Umina retail development

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Arthur Laundy broke ground on Monday, climbing aboard the excavator

Work has finally commenced on a $10M shopping centre in Umina almost three years after the site was gutted by fire. Owner and millionaire pub baron, Arthur Laundy, was surrounded by his family to help turn the first sod on the Lone Pine Plaza on Monday, November 15. With champagne corks popping and the sound of the screw pile drilling into soil, around 20 residents were present to see construction officially begin on the old Umina Mall site in Ocean Beach Rd. The redevelopment, which will be built in four quadrants, will feature 12 speciality retailers including a supermarket, commercial offices, a bottle shop, a medical centre and pharmacy. It is expected to open to the public towards the end of 2022. The plaza will host two anchor tenants –IGA and Celebrations – and will also house a café facing on to Ocean Beach Rd. Laundy said it was a project he felt was “absolutely necessary for the area. “This has been a 10-year project … it’s incredible it’s finally

happening,” Laundy said. “I think if you consider the building I bought 20 odd years ago, and the building we are constructing now ... I think any person that could become a tenant now would have to be proud of the situation. “The convenience of this shopping centre will be an absolute winner. “I do believe we are going to give this area something to be proud of.” Initially approved 10 years ago, with modifications approved in 2015, the development stalled for several years as negotiations continued on the purchase of two lanes behind the site. Laundy said the redevelopment had been a long time coming. “First there was an argument about – I owned land each side of a little, tiny Council lane – and the Council were quite happy for me to do the rebuild as at that stage it hadn’t been burnt down,” he said. “But where the problem lay was the valuations. “We had two valuations – I had an independent valuer and the Council had one – my valuation was around the $400,000 and

theirs came in at about $920,000. “So, I said that was too big of a variation … they did theirs on squared meterage. “We had a lot of time wasted on that and we should have been well and truly opened by now. “There was a change of Council of course and all those things probably slowed it up a bit. “The Council I have been working with over the past 12 months have been very, very good … they’ve been trying to help me.” Construction started immediately after the groundbreaking ceremony on Monday, November 15, with local building company, Pluim Group, on board for the 10-month project. Director of the Pluim Group, Scott Alan, said construction would generate around 500 local jobs. He said traffic management systems such as a pedestrian crossing and bus bay would remain to help control traffic flow on the main road. “It’s really exciting for us to be involved,” Alan said. “There will be103 car spots as part of the updated approval to

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add additional spots to help the community be able to service easily in and out. “We have seen this all the way through COVID … those retail malls which are on-grade and easily accessible … you’re in, you’re out, it’s easy.” There will be multiple access points to the centre along with plans to install an ambulance bay alongside the medical centre. Peninsula Chamber of Commerce President, Matthew Wales, said the development indicates confidence in the local business community. “It’s a significant development that is certainly going to change the way local residents do their shopping and it’s been a long time coming,” Wales said. “We are really glad that Arthur has broken the ground finally after years and years …the important thing is it’s a show of confidence in our local business leaders and developers. “It will improve the retail mix on the Peninsula so there are options for people, and with the state-ofthe-art IGA, it’s going to make a big difference for residents. “Arthur Laundy and the Laundy Group have got a big stake in the

Peninsula now with some other recent purchases.” Member for Gosford, Liesl Tesch, said she hoped the shopping centre would help provide competitive business rents in the area. “We appreciate your patience and the work you have done in the community and [for] people in affordable housing, to relocate them as best we can,”Tesch said. “[It’s] a fantastic outcome for our community but also something they have been looking forward to for a really long time. “Business rents are really high across the community so there’s quite a bit of competition … it’d be nice to see pressure put on other places to actually improve their quality, whilst this one’s going to be a really good location. “It’s close to so many houses and just a really easy-to-use facility. “And it’s only going to be one level which is also really important to our elderly community. “Thank you to the Laundy family for their commitment to this region for making this an even better place to live.”

Woy Woy’s Catherine Spalding will celebrate her 100th birthday in style this week and her family has helped take a look back over her extraordinary life. See page 13

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The Federal Government is supporting people across the Central Coast who experience homelessness with $945,000 in funding for the Health on the Streets (HoTS) program. See page 25

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The World Surf League’s (WSL) 2022 competitive calendar for the Australian Summer-Autumn season will include 13 events between February and May, including the return of the Central Coast Pro from March 14-16. See page 32

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Shadow Minister for Vocational Education, Tim Crakanthorp, joined Central Coast Labor MPs, students, staff and union members on Monday to protest changes to TAFE classes. See page 5

The total increase in the labour expenditure is estimated to be $32.7M over four years. This includes recurring allowances and on costs, Council said in its submission

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to IPART for a 34 per cent price rise in water and sewer charges. The staff increases were not mentioned at the recent public hearing into the proposed price increase nor in the Council’s main IPART submission document. They were in one of 10 technical papers submitted along with the overview and summary of the proposal (still available on IPART’s website). According to Table 31 in Technical Paper 5 the additional employee costs are shown as

$7M for 2022-23, $9.7M for 2023-24 and around $10M for each of the next three financial years. Below the table, the Paper said: “Water and Sewer’s additional head count is on average 65 additional FTEs per annum from 2022-2026. This increase is expected to decrease by 2028 in alignment with resources transitioning to retirement (8-10%) from 2028. These resources will not be replaced. The largest portion of FTE’s age currently sits within the 56-65 demographic.”

At 11am on November 11, thousands of people all over the Central Coast paused to observe one minute’s silence in honour of Remembrance Day, as RSL SubBranches throughout the region conducted memorial services.

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After savage job cuts, Council to create new jobs Months after finalising redundancy packages for hundreds of workers, Central Coast Council is planning to increase its work force in the water, sewer and drainage department by at least 72 full time equivalent positions.

It’s almost a wrap on the set of a new adventure film shot in Ettalong and to be premiered at Cinema Paradiso next February.

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Lisarow mother and daughter, Bronwyn and Ella Sandeman, have published and released their book The Christmas Story with Daisy and Ziggy. See page 18

CCN has asked Council to confirm that the increase in new full-time positions is not around 65 per year between 2022 and 2027 which is implied in the above statement. We have also asked for confirmation of the number of positions lost in water, sewer and drainage as a consequence of the recent redundancy program. We had not received a response at the time of going to press. The technical paper did note that the FTE number was

expected to decrease by 2028 in alignment with resources transitioning to retirement”. A resident who read the entire IPART proposal, and wishes to remain anonymous, pointed out the relevant information to CCN. They want to know why Council is proposing to increase staff in water and sewer by about 72 when 58 employees in that department recently took voluntary redundancy. Continued page 4

Coast Shelter has received goods and services valued at over $100,000 from the TOGA Group of businesses and Grace Group. See page 25

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The Central Coast is mourning the loss of perhaps its most famous son following the death on October 30 of cricketing great, Alan Davidson, at the age of 92. See page 40

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At 11am tomorrow, November 11, people all around the nation will pause for a minute’s silence in remembrance of the lives lost in all wars and conflicts. Remembrance Day was once called Armistice Day as it signalled the end of World War I, when the armistice was signed between the Allies and Germany at Compiegne, France, to end hostilities on the Western Front at 11am on November 11, 1918. After World War II, the Australian Government agreed to a request from the UK to change the name to Remembrance Day in order to commemorate those who lost their lives in both World Wars. Now, the day of memorial pays tribute to all Australian lives lost in all

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember them. wars and conflicts. It’s an extremely significant day, Remembrance Day, and second only to ANZAC Day, and it is often referred to as Poppy Day. The poppy’s origin as an enduring symbol of remembrance lies in the landscapes of World War I as they were a common sight, especially on the Western Front. As the Central Coast region is home to the highest number of veterans of any region in NSW, residents will be donning their red poppy clasps and attending one of the multitude of memorial services across the Coast to pay

homage to the fallen. Members of OurimbahLisarow RSL Sub-Branch have been busily handcrafting poppies for Remembrance Day, with funds raised going to Legacy, a support organisation for Australian Defence Force men and women. Ourimbah-Lisarow RSL SubBranch President, Barbara McNab, said there will be a service starting at 10.50am in the club grounds with local school children attending and school captains involved in the ceremony. “Remembrance Day must be commemorated, just like ANZAC Day, as we need to remember those who fought

for our country and our freedom,” she said. Wyong RSL Sub-Branch Secretary, Tony Drover, said his club would be laying a wreath at a ceremony in the carpark with up to 30 people expected. “This year, due to COVID, we’re keeping it small and we’ll plan to involve more people post-COVID next year, such as ANZAC Day,” he said. There will be a service at Toukley RSL Sub-Branch at their cenotaph in the club grounds and The Entrance Long Jetty RSL Sub-Branch will stage a Remembrance Day event with limited numbers in Memorial Park, The Entrance.

In order to comply with current COVID regulations, the cenotaph in Memorial Park will be surrounded by barricades with only one entry and exit point to the seating for 100 who will be required to QR code entry and show their vaccination certificate. Others are welcome to view the service from other parts of the park, which will include a wreath laying, sounding of the Last Post and participation by local clergy. President of The Entrance Long Jetty RSL Sub-Branch, Les Mackie, said unfortunately because of COVID, it would be a low-key event but nevertheless a significant commemoration, which will be followed by a luncheon at the clubhouse.

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A new social housing development in Woy Woy will make it easier for older women at risk of homelessness to access secure housing. The social and affordable housing project at 1 Waratah Ave will offer women who are 55 and over, and their families, to rent one of the units. The $1.6M development, which was funded through the NSW Government’s Community Housing Innovation Fund, will be delivered by local housing provider Pacific Link Housing and is expected to be complete before Christmas. Tenants have already been lined up for three of the units. CEO of Pacific Link Housing,

Ian Lynch, said the development would help create safe and secure properties for the cohort of vulnerable older women. “Due to this funding from the NSW Government, we’re able to allocate six of the 12 units to house people who are eligible

for social housing,” Lynch said. “We will be achieving a mixed tenancy outcome with the remaining six units to be affordable and private housing. “Those units will also be available to elderly couples, but

our main focus is on women.” Lynch said the project would assist the housing provider to better utilise its range of properties as part of a consistent effort to “maximise utilisation of limited social housing stock to its full potential”. “In the first instance, Pacific Link Housing will be getting in touch with older single women who are living in existing Pacific Link Housing managed social housing, to offer them the units,” Lynch said. “These are women who may be in one of our larger properties, but are now underutilising the property, for example, due to their kids having now moved out.

“Our intent is to then offer them one of these brand new, safe and secure, one bed apartments, which will be easier to manage, allowing tenants to age in-place … we can then re-offer that threebed home to a family on the waiting list, who would better utilise it. “We are thrilled to have identified an older woman in social housing who now has the capacity to move into one of the private rentals. “The portion of affordable and market-rate rentals will be managed by our social enterprise real estate agency Key2 Realty.” Continued page 4

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Peninsula children who play football will have an opportunity to attend upcoming games between the Matildas and world number one team, the United States, with $5 tickets going on sale. See page 29

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Central Coast Council can’t attract staff, can’t keep staff and can’t get meetings with the State Government. “It’s like nobody wants to know us.” Local politicians, the media and the community “are attacking the hell out of us”, “like a pack of wolves out there”. These were the observations of Council Administrator, Rik Hart, when he held a press conference on November 10 to respond to criticisms of the decisions made to get the Council back on a sound financial footing since the financial crisis. On October 6, 2020, the Council announced it faced

immediate and serious liquidity issues. In November 2020 Hart became acting CEO and since May this year he has been the Administrator. Hart explained the context that drove the decisions he and Interim Administrator Dick Persson made in the weeks and months after the Minister for Local Government suspended the Councillors on October 30, 2020. Hart said over the 12 months he had been at Council he had formed the view that the State Government did not fully understand the consequences of its initial decision to request that Council seek commercial loans to support the business.

“Our experience to date is that none of the state government agencies – Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART), Department of Planning, Industry and Environment (DPIE), Office of Local Government (OLG) and NSW Audit Office had any experience in dealing with a local government entity being effectively placed into receivership and being required to seek commercial loans,” Hart said. He pointed out the difficulty Council had in dealing with the agencies with no coordination between them and with each of them following their own policy agenda and setting. He said the Council had been

treated like a “piece of carrion sitting there with hyenas pulling them one way and vultures attacking”. He said the State Government kept them at arms length while the Council had to dance to a commercial bank’s tune to secure two loans totalling $150M. The banks actually demanded hard assets rather than future cash from rates as surety for the $100M loan the Council secured in late December, 2020 so some community assets were now mortgaged. Hart said he had tried for three days in December to make contact with the deputy secretary of the Office of Local Government to secure a

statement of support from the State Government to give to the commercial bank which was giving the loan. Eventually he phoned Minister for Planning and Public Spaces, Rob Stokes, and the letter came through at the 11th hour. “Without the statement of support from the NSW Government we would have had to close the doors of Central Coast Council, it was that dire,” Hart said. Further attempts to hold an urgent meeting this year with Minister for Customer Service, Victor Dominello, was declined and one with Greg Piper MP postponed. Continued page 4

The new look Hotel Gosford has reopened its doors after 18 months of renovation which included a complete knockdown and rebuild of its restaurant. See page 3

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Community events and festivals are back on the social calendar following the lifting of COVID restrictions and Central Coast Council is lending a helping hand with almost $300,000 in funding. See page 15

The Central Coast Drone Flyers, an avid group of drone photographers, are launching an exhibition at The Entrance Gallery to showcase their aerial photographs.

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The 2021 52 Super Series has concluded off the coast of the Reial Club Nàutic de Palma (RCNP), Illes Balears, Spain… See page 39

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“It’s like nobody wants to know us.” Central Coast Council can’t attract staff, can’t keep staff and can’t get meetings with the State Government. “It’s like nobody wants to know us.” Local politicians, the media and the community “are attacking the hell out of us”, “like a pack of wolves out there”. These were the observations of Council Administrator, Rik Hart, when he held a press conference on November 10 to respond to criticisms of the

decisions made to get the Council back on a sound financial footing since the financial crisis. On October 6, 2020, the Council announced it faced immediate and serious liquidity issues. In November 2020 Hart became acting CEO and since May this year he has been the Administrator. Hart explained the context that drove the decisions he and Interim Administrator Dick Persson made in the weeks and months after the Minister

for Local Government suspended the Councillors on October 30, 2020. Hart said over the 12 months he had been at Council he had formed the view that the State Government did not fully understand the consequences of its initial decision to request that Council seek commercial loans to support the business. “Our experience to date is that none of the state government agencies – Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART), Department of Planning, Industry and Environment

(DPIE), Office of Local Government (OLG) and NSW Audit Office had any experience in dealing with a local government entity being effectively placed into receivership and being required to seek commercial loans,” Hart said. He pointed out the difficulty Council had in dealing with the agencies with no coordination between them and with each of them following their own policy agenda and setting. He said the Council had been treated like a “piece of carrion sitting there with hyenas

pulling them one way and vultures attacking”. He said the State Government kept them at arms length while the Council had to dance to a commercial bank’s tune to secure two loans totalling $150M. The banks actually demanded hard assets rather than future cash from rates as surety for the $100M loan the Council secured in late December, 2020 so some community assets were now mortgaged. Continued page 4

Two Central Coast Businesses – Fruit For All in Berkeley Vale and S&P Dominello Flower Growers in Peats Ridge – have won 2021 Fresh Awards from Sydney Markets Limited. See page 24

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The Central Coast Mariners have made it through to the final 16 in the FFA Cup by securing a win against Blacktown City FC in the Round of 32 elimination match. See page 32

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Pub baron turns first sod on Umina retail development Work has finally commenced on a $10M shopping centre in Umina almost three years after the site was gutted by fire. Owner and millionaire pub baron, Arthur Laundy, was surrounded by his family to help turn the first sod on the Lone Pine Plaza on Monday, November 15. With champagne corks popping and the sound of the screw pile drilling into soil, around 20 residents were present to see construction officially begin on the old Umina Mall site in Ocean Beach Rd. The redevelopment, which will be built in four quadrants, will feature 12 speciality retailers including a supermarket, commercial offices, a bottle shop, a medical centre and pharmacy. It is expected to open to the public towards the end of 2022. The plaza will host two anchor tenants –IGA and Celebrations – and will also house a café facing on to Ocean Beach Rd. Laundy said it was a project he felt was “absolutely necessary for the area. “This has been a 10-year project … it’s incredible it’s finally

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November is a bumper month for community and sustainability on the Coast, with Central Coast Council celebrating National Recycling Week. See page 5

Hart takes aim at government agencies in reply to Public Inquiry Work has commenced on the proposed new beer garden and entertainment area at Ettalong Bowling Club. See page 21

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A local art teacher has helped bring watercolour to the Woy Woy Waterfront with the launch of a new picnic-based painting session last Saturday. See page 13

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Memorial Park at The Entrance was a sea of workers and community supporters who donned white shirts and rallied to oppose the NSW Government vaccination mandate. See page 8

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A homage to Cat Stevens, called Remember The Days of Cat Stevens starring Darren Coggan is coming to the Art House in March 2022. See page 18

Business Regional Youth Support Services (RYSS) has officially opened its new centre in Gosford after a 12-month delay.

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The Country Women’s Association Umina Beach branch delivered a package of sleeping bags and swags to Mary Mac’s Place to support those in need. See page 3

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Fifteen Central Coast sculptors will exhibit in the outdoor art exhibition, Sculptures in the Garden, opening on November 6 in Mudgee. See page 19

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Woy Woy’s Catherine Spalding will celebrate her 100th birthday in style this week and her family has helped take a look back over her extraordinary life. See page 13

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The Federal Government is supporting people across the Central Coast who experience homelessness with $945,000 in funding for the Health on the Streets (HoTS) program. See page 25

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Items priced to clear in Shed garage sale The Umina Beach Men’s Shed will once again hold its popular garage shed sale on Saturday, November 27 to help raise funds for the association. The sale, which will be held at 82 Blackwall Rd, Woy Woy, will offer a range of pre-owned hand tools and household items, well suited to DIY enthusiasts, tradespeople, artists and gardeners. Similar to previous sales, it will be a ‘pop- up’ site all items

are priced to clear. In previous years the sale has been held at the CWA Hall in Umina followed more recently by Charlton St in Woy Woy. “This year we have been fortunate enough to be able to use the retired Woy Woy Leagues Club premises,” said Secretary Vic Brown. Brown said the sale would be a “lovely opportunity” for people to meet others with similar interests. “Buyers who have attended the sales in the past will no

doubt tell you about the value and range of items offered -so don’t miss out on this occasion,” Brown said. “The lads from the Shed will be on hand manning the stalls and looking after customers, all funds raised in these Gara/ Shed Sales goes back to the Shed to help cover operating expenses and replenish consumables. “The items offered for sale have primarily been donated to the Shed but are surplus to our Shed’s requirements, hence

the clearance pricing, many of the items have been checked out/serviced. “We will also have an inquiry desk staffed during the sale, that will be set up to answer any questions about our Shed, its activities, community involvement, how to join the Shed, what’s happening about the talked about ‘new Shed’, our contact details and website.” Source: Media release, Nov 11 Umina Beach Mens Shed

Focus on recycling and reuse November is a bumper month for community and sustainability on the Coast, with Central Coast Council celebrating National Recycling Week and taking part in Garage Sale Trail on November 20-21. In addition to participating in Garage Sale Trail for the seventh year in a row, Council is celebrating National Recycling Week by partnering with waste provider Cleanaway to celebrate a new e-learning platform featuring fun, interactive quizzes

for all ages, and running a series of webinars. Council’s Unit Manager Waste and Resource Recovery, Andrew Pearce, said community participation in November’s range of waste-related events is all part of Council’s commitment to reducing landfill and supporting residents to reduce waste at home. “Our communities’ enthusiasm for reducing waste over the past few years has been so encouraging, last year’s Garage Sale Trail resulted in thousands of kilograms of household items

being reused locally, much of which was destined for landfill. “Marking occasions like National Recycling Week with our webinars and the brand-new educational tools we’ve developed in partnership with Cleanaway and getting involved in events like Garage Sale Trail are great ways to join the incredible community reuse and recycle movement,” Pearce said. Council Administrator, Rik Hart said these initiatives offer a fun way for households, schools and community groups to get involved in waste education and

the reuse economy. “Learning about waste through our new resources with your family, school class or community group, or taking part in Garage Sale Trail are great opportunities to reconnect and have some fun at a time when people need it most,” Hart said. This year’s theme for National Recycling Week is ‘celebrate YOUR way’. There are two quizzes available at learn.1coast.com.au for kids, parents and teachers alike, one designed for primary students’

from kindergarten to Year 6, and one for high school students from Year 7-12. Quiz takers can also go in the draw to win some amazing prizes from gift cards to recycling packs, which you can find out more about at 1coast.com.au/ competitions. Council is also holding three webinars on topics from recycling to soft plastics and food waste which are free for anyone to join, find out more at centralcoast. nsw.gov.au/whats-on. Garage Sale Trail, Australia’s

biggest community and sustainability event, has one weekend left to run on November 20-21. Community members can register their online sale at garagesaletrail.com.au/ centralcoast and access a range of resources for both in-person and virtual garage sales to ensure COVID-19 safety precautions are in place and to help get the best results from your sale. Source: Media release, Nov 12 Central Coast Council

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From Council Our financial recovery is on track and we want to ensure if a new Council is elected in 2022, they are in the best position to make decisions for the whole community. To help achieve this, we are examining rates beyond the next three years, and we want our community to make an informed choice about maintaining services and service standards for the future of the Central Coast.

I am proposing to make an application to IPART to maintain the current level of rates for a further seven years, consistent with what we asked for earlier this year. This will allow us to maintain current service levels, continue to find more service efficiencies and pay back loans. As part of the process, we need to understand the level of support from our community for this approach and work with our community to prioritise which services to retain, which ones to reduce and which ones to cease if the rate increase is not maintained. I would like to invite you, and members of your group or association to book in for an Open Office session with the Administrator to share your views on this future rate proposal. See next column for session dates and times. Rik Hart - Administrator, Central Coast Council

Administrator Open Office availability: • Wednesday, 10 November 1pm & 3pm • Tuesday, 16 November 1.30pm, 3pm, 5pm • Monday, 22 November 11am, 4pm • Monday, 29 November 2pm, 4pm, 5.30pm To make a booking, please email the Administrator’s Office at theadministrator@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au Numbers per session will be capped and your session time confirmed by return email.

Reuse and recycle on the Coast this November

November is a bumper month for community and sustainability on the Coast, with Central Coast Council celebrating National Recycling Week from 8-14 November and taking part in Garage Sale Trail across two weekends 13-14 and 20-21 November. In addition to participating in Garage Sale Trail again in 2021 after several successful years, Council are celebrating National Recycling Week throughout November by partnering with waste provider Cleanaway to create a new e-learning platform featuring fun, interactive quizzes for all ages. Celebrate YOUR way this National Recycling Week To mark this year’s National Recycling Week theme ‘celebrate YOUR way’ Council and Cleanaway have created two interactive quizzes for kids, parents and teachers alike.

One is designed for primary school students’ years K-6 and one for high school students in years 7-12. Quiz-takers can also go in the draw to win some amazing prizes from gift cards to recycling packs, visit learn.1coast.com.au to find out more and join in! Get involved in Garage Sale Trail Australia’s biggest community and sustainability event, Garage Sale Trail, is happening across two weekends, Saturday 13 and Sunday 14, and Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 November 2021. You can register your sale online today at garagesaletrail.com.au/centralcoast and access a range of resources for both in-person and virtual garage sales to ensure COVID-19 safety precautions are in place and to help get the best results from your sale. Visit learn.1coast.com.au or garagesaletrail.com. au/centralcoast to find out more and get involved with reducing, reusing and recycling this November.

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Panel approves Optus tower for Killcare Heights The Local Planning Panel has unanimously granted consent for a telecommunications tower to be located on Lot 1, 37 Wards Hill Rd, Killcare Heights. The LPP made its determination at a supplementary meeting on November 15 and the Optus tower was the only agenda item.

The application was reported to the Local Planning Panel for determination due to a variation of greater than 10 per cent to the rules around the maximum Height of Building (HOB) and due to the number of submissions received. The variance to the HOB was 24.5m or 288 per cent. The total number of submissions received was 116.

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Feedback requested on Farnell and Allfield intersections Residents and stakeholders have been invited to have their say on a concept design and the Review of Environmental Factors (REF) this month for an upgrade of two Blackwall Rd intersections. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said the NSW Government is providing up to $19M to improve travel time and safety for local road users by upgrading the Allfield Rd and Farnell Rd intersections. “Blackwall Rd is used by up

to 18,000 motorists each day and provides an essential link between Woy Woy and Memorial Avenue,” Crouch said. “This area continues to grow and attract new residents, which is why we have acted now to improve safety and traffic flow for road users. “Upgrading these intersections will reduce peak time congestion and encourage people to walk and ride by providing safer pedestrian and cyclist facilities. “Both sets of upgraded traffic

lights will be coordinated to allow traffic to flow smoothly along Blackwall Road.” Transport for NSW will hold an online information session in late November where the community will have the opportunity to discuss any questions or concerns with the project team. The community is encouraged to provide feedback on the concept design and REF, which are available to view at nswroads.work/blackwallroad-intersection-upgrades. Feedback may be submitted

via email at central.coast. office@transport.nsw.gov.au. Transport for NSW will carefully consider all feedback and will prepare a report detailing submissions and responses to be published in early 2022. Crouch said the community and stakeholders will be kept informed as the project progresses. Source: Media release, Nov 16 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

Volunteers wanted at discovery centre Two information sessions will be held this week for any locals interested in volunteering at the Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre (CCMDC). The CCMDC said anybody with a passion for marine and coastal environments could

attend the session on Saturday, November 20 or Wednesday, November 24. Chairman of the CCMDC, John Asquith, said the Centre is a community initiative that has been operating since January 2010. “The MDC invites interested

community members to join a team that is enthusiastic about providing this unique facility to the community of the Central Coast,” Asquith said. “Our vision is to promote the sustainable use and enjoyment of our coasts and oceans. “We do this through providing

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Locals fancying a trip down to Patonga this weekend may want to add a few extra minutes to their travel time with roadworks expected to cause delays. Council is undertaking slope stability works adjacent to Patonga Dr between Mount Ettalong Rd, Umina to Pearl Beach Dr, Pearl Beach until Monday, November 22. The works, which started on November 16, are expected to run from 7am until 5pm daily, weather permitting.

Council said delays during peak hour traffic times will be avoided where possible, however are anticipated during non-peak hours of 9:30am and 2:30pm. “Council apologies for inconvenience whilst these essential works are carried out and appreciates motorists’ patience as no alternative detour around the work is available,” a Council spokesperson said. “Whilst any delays will be minimised, at times they may be in the vicinity of 15 minutes. “Anyone travelling through this

area should allow for extra travel time and take care. “There will be temporary traffic control measures in place for the duration of the works to ensure the safety of the community.” To keep up to date with any road closures that may impact travel times and/or routes on Central Coast roads under Council’s responsibility, go to Central Coast Council’s website and search road closures. Source: Media statement, Nov 16 Central Coast Council

$8.25M recreation precinct project enters design and construction phase The funding agreement between the Federal Government and Central Coast Council has now been signed for the $8.25M redevelopment of the Peninsula Recreation Precinct in Umina Beach. With the agreement now signed off, the Council-led project will move into the design and construction phase. Federal Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks, said the execution of a funding agreement means Council has the funds to start

planning and constructing the facilities. “This is a significant milestone for the Umina United Eagles Soccer Club, Umina Bunnies Junior Rugby League Club and the Southern Spirit Cricket Club who have worked to make this project a reality,” Wicks said. “The clubs that use Umina Oval are growing at a rapid pace and they need the types of amenities that are going to grow with them – that’s why it’s so important we worked to get this funding agreement right.

“I want to see shovels in the ground as soon as possible and I will continue to advocate until this project is delivered and able to be used by all in our community.” The redevelopment aims to upgrade a range of facilities which include the construction of a modern BMX Pump Track, upgrades to the existing skate park, a new outdoor basketball court, two separate sports facilities with a club room, storage and change rooms, parking, walking tracks, exercise station and a barbecue-viewing area.

The announcement comes after reports that local sporting clubs were disappointed in the delay with the project first promised in the 2019 Federal election campaign. Director of Youth Development at Umina United, Lee Fullwood, said local groups were meeting with Council and the project manager at the end of this week. “We are looking forward to the construction of our clubhouse and the new amenities it will provide,” Fullwood said. “On behalf of Umina United, I’d

like to say many thanks to Lucy Wicks for the funding and her vision in replacing the old amenities.” Tony Winch from Umina Community Group said it is a “generational project which will build world class modern community facilities in Umina to last the next 40 years. “The sheer size and scale of this project is daunting, and it is a large compliment to the many local volunteers from each of the clubs, as they have contributed many hours of their personal time to see

the needs and wants of the community have been considered across the design options,” Winch said. “This project continues to demonstrate that when working together as a community with government support, we can envision projects that will enhance our everyday lives. “It is this discussion with government that allows them to understand what is important to us, the Umina Beach community, and invest in truly local projects.”

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Lucy Wicks and the Morrison Government are upgrading sports facilities on the Peninsula. Construction has started on a jointly funded new amenities building at Rogers Park in Woy Woy, with the Morrison Government committing $800,000 towards the project which is due for completion in April 2022. The new amenities building will benefit local sporting clubs like Central Coast Cricket, the Woy Woy Junior Rugby Club and the Peninsula Junior Touch Association.

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Unanswered questions about Minister’s inaction The Minister for Local Government, Shelley Hancock, did not ever deliver the assistance she promised the day Central Coast Council confessed it faced immediate and serious liquidity issues but the question of why she did not deliver has never been answered. But the question of why she never delivered has never been answered. On October 6, 2020, Minister Hancock instructed the Office of Local Government (OLG) to appoint an independent financial expert and a Human Resources (HR) adviser to ascertain Council’s true financial position and to identify options to address the issues as quickly as possible. The two experts never arrived. Meanwhile, Council began work on a 100-day Recovery Plan involving major cuts to expenditure. On October 12, the Councillors agreed to ask the Minister for permission to

use restricted funds to maintain Council’s cash flow. It reckoned it needed up to $60M to cover costs while the 100-day recovery plan did its work. And Council had more than $360M in restricted funds that were invested. But only the Minister could approve spending it for unrestricted purposes or Council loaning it to itself. The Councillors also asked the Minister for confirmation on the timing of the financial and HR experts. Three Liberal Councillors Jilly Pilon, Troy Marquart, and Rebecca Gale and two independents Greg Best and Bruce McLachlan voted against these decisions. But their own notice of motion later in the meeting, which was also adopted, asked for the Office of Local Government, the Audit Office and the Minister to step in and assist Council. Yet that never happened either. Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, issued a press release on October 14, 2020

saying the State Government would not bail out the Council. “I have spoken extensively with the Minister for Local Government and the Government will not be strong-armed into taking responsibility for Central Coast Council’s failings – there will be no State funding or legislative exemptions,” he said. On October 19, the Councillors unanimously adopted their 100 day plan. Also on October 19 the Mayor, Lisa Matthews, requested an urgent meeting with the Minister. She received no response. On October 20, the Councillors met again and resolved to make “urgent representations” to the Minister seeking permission to use restricted funds to pay staff for the week and that “should the Minister’s permission not be forthcoming 2,157 Council staff may not be paid”. On October 21, the Mayor again requested a meeting with the Minister. Again she got no response.

Instead, the Minister issued a press release which said the local community was sick of excuses from Council. “In the two weeks since Council’s financial dire straits came to light, all Council has done is write letters, issue media releases and set up a finance committee,” she said. “To use its own staff as bargaining chips is reprehensible from a governing body that has failed to address its own financial failings. “There is no question that Council needs to be held responsible for these failures. “That’s why today I will begin the process of suspending the Mayor and Councillors for their role in this sorry state of affairs.” Her press release did not address the question Council had been asking: permission to use restricted funds. However, the Minister did release early funds Council was due to receive later in the year. But by then, Council’s acting CEO had advised Councillors

that funds were available to pay current wages in a lawful manner – contrary to previous advice. On October 26, the Councillors met for what would be their final time before being suspended. Mayor Matthews informed the meeting that two Councillors, Liberals Troy Marquart and Rebecca Gale had resigned. Five other Councillors wanted to accept “the minister’s offer of suspension/ administration”. They were the two remaining Liberals Jilly Pilon and Chris Burke and independents Chris Holstein, Greg Best and Bruce McLachlan. They also requested the Minister maintain the democratic process and not penalise the community but allow them the opportunity to elect a new Council at the scheduled 2021 Local Government Elections. But they didn’t have the numbers and the Council resolved to work on their submission on why they should not be suspended.

It was submitted by close of business on October 28 but on October 30, the Minister suspended the Councillors. More than one submission to the subsequent Public Inquiry into the Council asked why the Minister appeared ready to help the Council on October 6 and yet that help never came. And by October 30, without ever having a conversation with the Mayor, the Councillors were suspended. Last week, the administrator Rik Hart explained that he too had trouble contacting the Office of Local Government and getting meetings with State Government Ministers. He said he was the sole representative of the 350,000-strong Central Coast community and he couldn’t get a hearing. Coast News requested a comment from the Minister and the Office of Local Government for this story. We didn’t get a response. Merilyn Vale

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Food relief drive aims for seven million Christmas meals Woolworths Umina and Woy Woy are part of an ambitious donation target to raise the equivalent of seven million meals this Christmas, to help support charity partner OzHarvest meet the growing demand for food relief across NSW. According to the 2021 Foodbank Hunger report, one in six Australian adults are now considered severely food insecure and more than half of the people impacted by food insecurity go a full day each week without eating. To mark the seventh annual Christmas Appeal with OzHarvest, Woolworths is aiming to join in achieving a

record fundraising amount of $3.5M which is the equivalent of seven million meals. Local Woolworths customers can now purchase a 50-cent

token when they shop in store or online which will help provide the equivalent of a meal to those in need of food relief across the country.

Customers can also choose to round up their purchase to the nearest dollar, with proceeds going directly to the Christmas Appeal.

Woolworths Umina and Woy Woy Group Manager, Tim Burr, said the supermarket giant was grateful for the generosity of customers to help those in need. “For most Woy Woy Peninsula residents, Christmas is a joyful time, but for those not knowing how they are putting food on the table, the holiday period can be an extra stressful time,” Burr said. “Woolworths Umina and Woolworths Woy Woy is committed to caring for the Woy Woy Peninsula community and we are proud of what we’ve been able to achieve to date with our long-standing food relief partner OzHarvest. “A little bit can go a long way

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Grants for infrastructure close soon Local organisations have been encouraged to apply for funding to support community projects under the NSW Government’s Infrastructure Grants program. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said the impacts of

COVID-19 were ongoing, and support for struggling community organisations remained a priority. “There is $12.5M available in 2021/22 for new or upgraded facilities across sport and recreation, arts and culture, disaster readiness and community infrastructure,” Crouch said.

“This is an opportunity for local organisations to apply for funding for projects which will provide long-term benefits for our community. “Previously, the NSW Government has provided grant funding to Killarney Vale AFL Club, to upgrade facilities, and Copacabana Men’s Shed to construct a new community

Men’s Shed. “The program is about connecting the community, encouraging participation in sport, recreation and arts and boosting social inclusion and disaster resilience.” Infrastructure Grants can be used toward the costs of construction, alteration, renovation, completion and fit-

out of buildings and community infrastructure. For community infrastructure and disaster readiness initiatives, $10,000 to $200,000 is available per project; for arts and culture, $50,000 to $200,000 is available per project; and for sport and recreation, $50,000 to $300,000 is

available per project. Applications are now open and close on Monday, November 22. To find out more or to apply, visit responsiblegambling.nsw. gov.au. Source: Media release, Nov 10 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch

Central Coast Friends of Democracy Communities need to take the lead on better planning - join us at the Community Forum on 11 December The Guardian newspaper this week wrote of Western Sydney’s legacy of planning failure - but that could also be the emerging story of the Central Coast. The Guardian article highlighted the urban heat impacts of the climate crisis, “slapdash” urban planning, lack of infrastructure, pressure from developer lobby groups and a focus on development numbers rather than sustainability or liveability. It is the same story for our region. Recently there has been praise that development is “finally happening” in Gosford. The history of Gosford CBD tells a different story. Good planning thrown out the window—presumably because developers wanted more, and then more again - and now eyeing off the waterfront for their own ambition. In 2019, Council’s Gosford CBD and Waterfront Advisory Committee received a presentation on traffic modelling. It showed that at that time there were already a number of “pinch points” that were approaching traffic gridlock at different times of the day. Since then further high rise development has been approved, with more in the pipeline. In April 2021, the Administrator (Persson) decided to proceed with a range of development actions for the waterfront without any reference to the significant issues around traffic, climate change impacts and contaminated lands. Whilst claiming a financial crisis the Administrator seemed happy to throw public money at developers’ dreams - and at the same time, remove the Gosford CBD and Waterfront Advisory Committee. It raises serious questions about who benefits and the underlying agenda.

But it’s not just about Gosford. In the northern part of the Central Coast it is a numbers game. How many people can be pushed into those areas, with limited consideration of infrastructure and liveability. There continues to be poor regard for the environment with the legacy of ash dams a looming issue and the proposed sale of environmentally important land at Doyalson a case in point. Council has also recently removed mapping of significant vegetation from their public online mapping. In the southern part of our region, the NSW government is looking to privatise public land as part of the Peat Island planning proposal. This is an iconic and historic part of Australia that may be forever lost. On the Woy Woy Peninsula, Council continues to remove canopy trees—even though Administrator Hart adopted the Greener Places Strategy in July 2021. In that strategy, Woy Woy is one of the 19 priority suburbs for actions responding to the heat island effect including planting canopy trees—not removing them. Lack of lives.

and infrastructure needs of development. As our community emerges from “lock down”, they find themselves stuck in traffic jams all over the coast. This is the ongoing legacy of poor planning and a failure to enforce planning rules. So what is the NSW State Planning Department doing? It’s not clear. It appears that there may not be any NSW Planning staff located on the Central Coast. When invited to present to the Community Forum on Planning—the response was that planning staff would not attend a community event on the weekend. Minister Stokes was also unavailable. Community groups all across the Central Coast are raising concerns about the lack of good planning in our region. On 11 December 2021, the Friends of Democracy together with the Community Better Planning Group are holding a Community Forum on Planning. We invite residents and community groups from across the region to join us. Our community needs to take the lead on better planning for our region.

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ON THE BEAT & FORUM Sixteen barred from venues in one month

Brisbane Water Police District has revealed that 16 patrons have been barred from local venues in the past month as part of a new crack down into alcohol-related violence.

The local police district has been working together with the Brisbane Water Liquor Accord, to try and reduce alcohol related violence in and around licensed venues. Since lockdown has been lifted, 16 patrons have been barred from local pubs, clubs and bars. Police say the ‘barred from one, barred from all’ scheme

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has been successfully run for over 10 years within the district. “It is a strategy that ensures violent people are barred from not just one but all venues within the liquor accord,” police said.

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“If patrons are found committing an act of violence, drug use or underage, the venues can ban individuals for a minimum of 12 months. “The message is simple: if you don’t want to be added to the list – be responsible for your own actions, be courteous to staff and other patrons and know your limits! “Don’t be added to the list of 400 people who are unable to socialise and enjoy time with family and friends within these hospitality venues.” Source: Social media, Nov 15 Brisbane Water Police District

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The Robertson MP, Lucy Wicks, may be able to explain the reason for this additional inquiry to the community. I know for a fact that Ms Wicks “loves the ABC” but, regrettably, this Liberal Government clearly does not. They suffer from the privatisation syndrome thinking that public

broadcasting is inherently bad. The reality is that 80 per cent of the Australian people support the ABC which continues to do a very good job in spite of major funding cuts. The Robertson MP should speak up for the ABC instead of following her party’s policy. Her silence is a problem, especially in an election year. Email, Nov 16 Klaas Woldring, Pearl Beach

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What a bunch of miserable sods our Central Coast Council are … I refer to the full-page article on Page 13 (PP035) ‘Watercolour Picnic’. A wonderful story about some ladies painting by the shores of Brisbane Water, but when you get to the last paragraph, in comes the mean-spirited Council to poo poo the outing and future ones in wanting a permit and insurance. Insurance - really! Very dangerous and hazardous activity being a watercolourist! Accidents are more likely to happen when you put cyclists and mobility vehicles (some who do not use their bell) on shared walkways with pedestrians. No permits or insurance there! What possible harm was done by these ladies? The Council should be endorsing such great activity

that enhances the spirit of the community and the charm of our waterfront. That’s the sort of thing that the community and visitors want. I would have thought that Council has more important things to worry about, like how to balance the books. Maybe Council should enrol some staff into an Accounting Course and concentrate on the simple basic principal called ‘How to Budget’. So you can see what happens to small groups like the artist ladies, Council roll out the legal jargon such as, “If we don’t have regulations and rules in place, anyone can set up anything – anywhere”. Fair enough to a point! So why is it that this cash strapped Council bend over backwards and possibly change

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classifications and other codes to suit the big developers with their massive high rise projects. It’s all about the money folks! Council and developers don’t care about what the community want and before too long they will have the Peninsula looking more like the Gold Coast. The beauty and charm and wellbeing this unique area has given our community and visitors will be lost if we allow it. Development projects should be in keeping with the style and charm of this beautiful area. So go and take photos of your townships and surroundings before they are gone forever or support the ‘little bloke’ and the true community spirit, just like these ladies painting on the foreshore. Look forward to Council’s comments.

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The final statement in the media release was “The required works should commence shortly.” Another year has slipped by and there is still no access for wheelchair and mobility devices from the Deepwater Plaza car park to The Pavilion. A total of 16 years and improved accessibility has still not been resolved. How many more years is it going to be before everyone can easily access The Pavilion? All that is needed is to put in a sloping path to replace the gutter just like was done at the access point to Victoria Road from the Deepwater Plaza car park. This took next to no time to build and was completed months ago. Email, Nov 8 Jane Dove, Woy Woy

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Catherine Spalding 100 years young

Catherine Spalding (front row, centre wearing blue) celebrates her 100th birthday on Thursday, November 18 inset: Catherine Spalding

Woy Woy’s Catherine Spalding will celebrate her 100th birthday in style this week and her family has helped take a look back over her extraordinary life. Born Catherine Phoebe Wise in Leichardt in 1921, Catherine was raised in Balmain and developed a particular passion for rowing, even picking up her own rowboat

for transport at age 16. Catherine met Laurie and they married in 1942, but were only together for two days, before he returned to war. She lived in her parents’ small boathouse in Orange Grove and enjoyed living on the water and fishing – rowing out to catch a single tiny fish for her toddler’s lunch when her eldest, Carolyn, came along.

Her youngest, Penny, arrived a little while after. Carolyn (Butler) said Catherine now lives at BlueWave Living but has previously lived in Woy Woy for 21 years and prior to that, Copacabana. “She was a sewing/ patternmaker teacher and a talented painter in both watercolour and China,” Carolyn said.

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“Her major passion was square dancing which she did for over 60 years – she gave up teaching at 90! “Square Dancing took her and Laurie to many of the 47 countries she’s visited, and she credits her best friends to the wonderful group that is square dancing.” Catherine’s granddaughter, Trish Noble, said her Nana was a “pretty amazing and

wonderful woman. “Nana used to pack [the children] up and drive the caravan her father had made and take them across the country for holidays. “We’ve always known Nana to be better than Navman! “I think everyone who meets her marvels at her age – they think she’s at least 20 years younger and that is thanks to her

amazinglyactiveandindependent life. “She is such a wonderful and loving treasure to our family.” Catherine will be surrounded by her two daughters, five grandkids and eight grandkids to help celebrate her birthday on November 18. Happy Birthday Catherine! CCN

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50 more cafes to join Green Caffeen movement

Central Coast Council is taking its Green Caffeen partnership to the next level, expanding its offering to allow an additional 50 local cafés to join the free ecominded program. The new partnership with Destination Central Coast will connect more local cafés, restaurants and takeaway venues, to the national Green Caffeen reusable cup network, which consists of more than 700 cafés and is operational in all states and territories across Australia. Already available at 27 cafes across the Central Coast, this rollout will expand the reach of the eco-friendly alternative, making environmentally conscious choices easy for travellers across the region. On the Peninsula, Re:Publik Café at Ettalong, Daley’s Kitchen at Daley’s Point, Italian Sandwich Co at Umina Beach, Gnostic Mana Café at Woy Woy, and

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Stan and Joy Delaney have been married for almost 50 years. They worked together running a tennis school and raising their four children. Or is it raising their four children and running a tennis school? “Joy made the money and Stan made the stars”. Their children: Amy, Troy, Brooke and Logan became pretty good tennis players in their own right but not as good as the “star” Harry Haddad. Stan was Harry’s childhood coach and was sure that he could have taken Harry all the way. But Harry’s Dad had other plans

Hardwick’s on Blackwall Café at Blackwall are all participating. In Gosford, South End Social, The Bon Pavillion, Apricot Café, Tommy’s Café and The Times Café are taking part, along with Parklife Coffee in Terrigal, The Village Emporium in Wamberal, Bamboo Buddha in Holgate, New Heights Café in Erina Heights, Avoca Sands Café, Waves Café Avoca and The Boy and the Rose in Avoca. Spokesperson for Destination Central Coast and Council Director, Natalia Cowley, said Green Caffeen had the potential to save local businesses about $288,000 by removing 960,000 single-use disposable coffee cups from our streets, beaches, bush. “It ultimately takes pressure off the planet by removing 14,400kgs of plastics from landfill and the wider environment in the next 12 months,” she said. “The expanded partnership meant additional opportunities for tourism and support for local

businesses to become more sustainable. “Like all of Australia, the Central Coast has taken a hit due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but the region is showing remarkable resilience and there is a strong understanding among our community and businesses that sustainable tourism will be key to helping the Central Coast economy recover and flourish. “This new partnership is perfectly timed with the reopening of our region and the peak summer period now approaching. “It’s an active step to help keep our beautiful destination clean by encouraging visitors to reduce the single-use coffee cup habit and minimise litter at some of our most popular coffee spots. “The Green Caffeen network already has nearly 27,000 registered customers so getting involved will drive further spend with Central Coast cafés on Green Caffeen’s café finder list. “Our destination partnership

will also help promote the Central Coast as a desirable place for future travellers to visit, as we hope to see people taking their Love Central Coast branded cups out of the region and even interstate to swap and go.” Co-Founder of Green Caffeen, Damien Clarke, said Green Caffeen was designed to eliminate single-use plastics all over Australia, but no more so than our spectacular East Coast. “If you’re one of the thousands of holidaymakers who flock to the Central Coast every year, we’re inviting you to change the way you takeaway and grab your holiday caffeine hit in a Green Caffeen cup,” he said. “Let’s leave your favourite holiday destination a little cleaner and greener for everyone to enjoy.” Green Caffeen’s Swap-and-Go Coffee Cup program provides reusable coffee cups to participating cafés and coffee outlets, which are then available for registered customers to use

every time they buy a coffee. They can take the cup home with them and return the used cup to any participating café, or retain the cup for their next coffee in a clean Green cup. Council Administrator, Rik Hart, said tourism was a growing industry on the Central Coast and we needed to support it in a way that also protects the place we love and call home. “The responsibility to look after our beautiful beaches, scenic bushwalks and bustling town centres doesn’t just lie with locals – it is a shared responsibility with those who also visit our region,” he said. “Prior to COVID-19, the local tourism industry employed nearly 8,500 people and the Central Coast had 6.6 million visitors spending $1.3B in our region. “Despite COVID-19, 2021 data fromTourism ResearchAustralia’s National Visitor Survey also shows that the Central Coast is ranked 25 out of 50 top

destinations for overnight stays, and 13 for day trips. “The Central Coast is an upand-coming sustainable destination with plenty to see and do and this new partnership at a destination level – in addition to the existing partnership with Council’s Waste Services – doubles the opportunities for local businesses to get involved and supports our larger goal of becoming a leading ecotourism destination in NSW.” The Central Coast is currently on its journey to become a certified ECO Destination through an Ecotourism Australia and WWF-Australia funded partnership, shoring up our recognition as a world-class destination for sustainable, nature-based tourism that will help attract an increasing number of visitors seeking sustainable travel experiences. Source: Central Coast Council

BOOK REVIEW and found another coach that took Harry all the way. All the way to three grand slams. This is the one big regret in Stan’s life. People try not to mention Harry’s name in front of Stan, but now Harry is writing a biography and his name keeps popping up. Joy and Stan have retired and sold the tennis school. They thought they would be able to pass it on to one of their children, create a dynasty of sorts, a tennis dynasty. Surely Logan would take it over, he showed so much promise as a potential coach. But to Stan’s dismay none of them seemed interested. How ungrateful. The Delaneys thought they were ready to retire, “She hadn’t realised how much they were defined by Delaneys Tennis

Academy. Who were they now? Just another pair of boomers.” They are trying to fill the days, doing things retired people do but it just isn’t working. A trip to Europe was a disaster. Days have become a bit of same old, same old. Thank goodness they can still play tennis, but Stan’s knees are going.

Surely a grandchild would fix all of Joy’s problems. One night a stranger knocks on Stan and Joy’s door. Her name is Savannah and she is in distress. Their house looked so peaceful, Savannah just knew that the people inside would invite her in and help out. And that is exactly what Joy and

Stan did. Their children were shocked to learn that Savannah was sleeping in Amy’s old bedroom. She was cooking Joy and Stan’s meals, which was a saving grace to Joy, who hated to cook. Why Joy was even taking Savannah out on shopping trips, spending money on her and Savannah started treating the home like her own. Started treating the children as guests. Then one day Joy goes missing. No one is really concerned, which to an outsider may seem odd but Stan would often go missing for days on end. Joy even sent a cryptic text message to her children. She must have typed that when she didn’t have her glasses on. However, the days turned into weeks and concern started to grow.

Stan is starting to look guilty of doing something terrible. The kids end up taking sides. Where is Savannah? Liane Moriarty needs no introduction (Big Little Lies, Nine Perfect Strangers) and I have read a few of her books, not all, but have liked what I read, and this was no exception. The story starts with Joy’s disappearance and then goes back to the past to create a timeline and fill in the gaps of what happened. It is well written with Moriarty’s trademark skill of capturing individual flaws and quirks, clashes of egos and a growing suspense. I was a little disappointed by the ending, it became a little overcooked … but then again, I wasn’t. Kim Reardon The Reluctant Book Critic

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Down-to-earth guide for those navigating cancer A local author has launched a new book to help individuals impacted by cancer. Ettalong’s Dr Toni Linsday said ‘The Cancer Companion’ will provide a guide and strategies for individuals experiencing cancer-related distress. The book includes four sections: diagnosis and treatment; ending treatment; managing advanced disease; and strategies to manage the specific psychological components which may occur (including anxiety, depression, sleep disturbance and management of relationships). After working with cancer patients and their families for the last decade, Lindsay said she wrote the book to give people a guide to these experiences and had struggled

to find resources that were accessible for people. “The Cancer Companion is written as a down-to-earth guide for those navigating these difficult and complex emotions,” Lindsay said. “It takes psychological interventions shown to be appropriate and helpful in the management of cancer-related distress and provides an effective framework for patients and their loved ones to be able to apply these interventions in their own lives. “At a time of a diagnosis and when on treatment, people often have limited capacity for information, so the Cancer Companion is broken into small manageable chunks.” According to Cancer Australia, approximately 150,000 people per year are diagnosed with cancer in Australia. Linsday said most of these

Toni Lindsay is a senior clinical psychologist

individuals will require multiple treatments including chemotherapy, radiotherapy, immunotherapy and surgery. “The physical impact of cancer is considerable and

affects not only the patient but the people in their families, friendships and the wider community,” Lindsay said. “It is common for patients and their families to experience

emotions that are unfamiliar and complex when cancer arrives in their worlds. “When meeting patients, they will often talk about the difficulty of managing

uncertainty, and the anxiety that comes with not knowing what is going to happen next. “If the cancer has come out of the blue, this can be even more amplified. “Many people are very fearful of treatment, and all of the potential side effects that they might experience, but equally, finishing treatment can mean a whole new range of emotions arrive.” The senior clinical psychologist now works at Chris O’Brien Lifehouse and has also published a guide to the psychological management of young people with cancer – Cancer, Sex, Drugs and Death. The Cancer Companion is available for purchase wherever good books are sold (including Booktopia and Amazon). Maisy Rae

Anonymous donor fixes flag problem The flags are flying again at the Country Women’s Association (CWA) Woy Woy after an anonymous donor presented the funds last month to replace the latest flag to be stolen. In September, the Pelican Post reported that the local CWA branch had put the call out to the community to help raise $600 to purchase a new Aboriginal flag after theirs was stolen last year. Branch president, Jane Bowtell, said the flag would

continue to be stolen until the flagpole is strung with stainless steel instead of rope. However just 24 hours after the appeal, an anonymous donor provided the funds in full. Bowtell said ‘Robert’ visited the CWA Hall on November 10 and helped raise the flag. “We were visited by Robert, our wonderful donor whose generous contribution paid for our flag poles to be re-rigged enabling us to fly the Aboriginal Flag again after it was stolen and the rigging cut last year,” she said. “Both flagpoles are flying

their flags with pride. “Robert requested we don’t show his face (no, he’s not a dentist!) as he’d like to stay anonymous. “But, we wanted to take the opportunity to have him visit to raise the flags again, just in time for Remembrance Day tomorrow. “We’d like to send a huge thank you to Robert, and the other community members, who donated to make this possible.” Source: Media release, Nov 10 CWA Woy Woy

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Today [s] 6:00 7:00 Today Extra (PG) [s] 7:30 NINE’s Morning News [s] Movie: “Her Son’s Secret” (M v) (’18) Stars: Olivia d’Abo, 8:00 Sebastian Prandoni 12:00 Explore [s] 1:00 Pointless (PG) [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] 2:10 2:30 NINE’s Afternoon News [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] 3:00 NINE News [s] 3:30 4:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] RBT: Regret/ Wake Up (M) [s] 4:30 Paramedics (M) [s] – Carina and Doddsy rush to a car crash 5:00 where a young man’s life hangs 6:30 in the balance. 7:30 Love Island Australia (M) [s] 9:45 Love Island Australia 10:45 Afterparty (M) [s] NINE News Late [s] The Fix: The Fugitive (M) [s] 11:45 12:45 Destination WA [s] 1:30 A Current Affair (PG) [s] 4:30 Home Shopping 6:00 Today [s] 7:00 Today Extra (PG) [s] 7:30 NINE’s Morning News [s] Movie: “Good Deed” (AKA 8:00 ‘Lethal Beauty’) (M v) (’18) 12:00 Stars: Haley Webb 1:00 Talking Honey - Princess 2:00 Diana: Impact Of Media And 2:30 Paps (PG) [s] Pointless (PG) [s] 3:00 Tipping Point (PG) [s] 3:30 NINE’s Afternoon News [s] 4:00 Millionaire Hot Seat [s] 4:30 NINE News [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] Taronga: Who’s Who In The 5:00 6:30 Zoo: Hungry Hippo (PG) [s] Movie: “A Few Good Men” 7:30 (M l) (’92) Stars: Tom Cruise, Jack Nicholson, Demi Moore 8:30 Movie: “The Boy In The Striped 9:30 Pyjamas” (M) (’88) Stars: Asa Butterfield, Zac Mattoon 11:00 O’Brien, Domonkos Németh 12:00 The Garden Gurus [s] Home Shopping 1:00 Animal Tales (PG) [s] 6:00 Weekend Today [s] 6:30 Today Extra - Saturday (PG) 7:00 Animal Embassy [s] 7:30 Destination WA [s] 8:00 Good Food Kitchen [s] 9:00 My Way [s] 9:30 Talking Honey - Relationship 12:00 Specials: Complimenting 1:30 Women (PG) [s] 2:30 Parental Guidance (PG) [s] 3:00 The Garden Gurus [s] 3:30 NINE News: First At Five [s] 4:00 Getaway (PG) [s] 4:30 NINE News Saturday [s] 5:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] 6:00 Movie: “Top Gun” (PG) (’86) Stars: Tom Cruise, Val Kilmer 6:30 Movie: “Battleship” (M v) (’14) 7:00 Stars: Alexander Skarsgard Movie: “The Guilt Trip” (M l,s) (’12) Stars: Seth Rogan A Current Affair (PG) [s] Home Shopping 10:00 Wesley Impact With Stu 12:00 Cameron (PG) [s] 1:00

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The Talk [s] Judge Judy (PG) [s] The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] Studio 10 (PG) [s] Dr Phil (M) [s] The Bachelorette Australia (M) [s] Entertainment Tonight [s] Everyday Gourmet [s] Judge Judy (PG) [s] My Market Kitchen [s] Farm To Fork [s] The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 10 News First [s] The Project (PG) [s] The Bachelorette Australia (M) [s] Program To Be Advised Blue Bloods: Good Intentions (M v) [s] The Project (PG) [s] The Late Show (PG) [s] Home Shopping CBS Mornings [s] The Talk [s] Judge Judy (PG) [s] The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] Studio 10 (PG) [s] Dr Phil (M) [s] The Living Room [s] Entertainment Tonight [s] Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield [s] Judge Judy (PG) [s] My Market Kitchen [s] Farm To Fork [s] The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 10 News First [s] The Project (PG) [s] The Graham Norton Show (M) [s] Program To Be Advised Best Of The Sydney Comedy Festival (M) [s] The Project (PG) [s] The Late Show With Stephen Colbert (PG) [s] Home Shopping Reel Action [s] Religious Programs [s] Healthy Homes [s] Escape Fishing With ET [s] All 4 Adventure [s] Taste Of Australia [s] Studio 10 Saturday (PG) [s] Creative Generation [s] Jamie & The Nonnas [s] Australia By Design [s] What’s Up Down Under [s] Everyday Gourmet [s] Good Chef Bad Chef [s] Farm To Fork [s] 10 News First [s] Jamie’s Easy Meals For Every Day [s] Bondi Rescue (PG) [s] Football: Isuzu Ute A-League Men: Round 1: Western Sydney Wanderers v Sydney FC *Live* From CommBank Stadium [s] Ambulance UK (M d) [s] Lie With Me (M l,s) [s] Home Shopping

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France 24 Feature News NHK World English News Worldwatch PBS Newshour Woven Threads - Stories From Within (PG) The Royals And The Nazis (PG) Alien (PG) The Cook Up With Adam Liaw (PG) Secrets Unearthed: Acropolis (PG) Jeopardy! (PG) Letters And Numbers Mastermind SBS World News Coastal Devon And Cornwall With Michael Portillo: Hopes Nose To The River Exe (PG) Red Election (PG) (In English/ Danish/ Russian) America After 9/11 (Part 2) (PG) SBS World News Gomorrah (MA15+) (In Italian) France 24 Feature News NHK World English News Worldwatch PBS Newshour The Royals And The Nazis (PG) NITV News: Nula Woven Threads - Stories From Within (PG) Destination Flavour China Bitesize The Cook Up With Adam Liaw (PG) Secrets Unearthed: Maya Pyramid (PG) Jeopardy! (PG) Letters And Numbers Mastermind SBS World News Hitler - Countdown To War (PG) SBS World News The Back Side Of Television (MA15+) The Twelve (MA15+) (In Flemish) France 24 Feature News NHK World English News Worldwatch PBS Newshour Small Business Secrets Motor Sports: Superbike World Championship, Round 13, Indonesia Running On Time Going Places With Ernie Dingo (PG) Wheels Of Wonder Nazi Megastructures (PG) SBS World News Celebrity Letters And Numbers (M) Tutankhamun - Life, Death And Legacy (PG) Russia To Iran (PG) (In English/ Russian) 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown (M l,s) Movie: “JFK” (M l) (’91) Stars: Kevin Costner, Jim Garrison Movie: “The Wave” (MA15+) (’19) Stars: Tommy Flanagan

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Anybody ready for the new ‘Roaring 20s’? You bet your five kilometre rule. After a serious case of Stuckhome Syndrome, our post-lockdown world is blooming back to life and we the people, once starved of brunch, loved ones and a decent haircut are ready for some colour, movement and explosive cultural fun. We can help you with that. The birth of Village, our brand new magazine, celebrates the people and places of the Central Coast, from its dramatically beautiful unspoilt coastline and seaside villages to the rural culture of its mountain hinterland. Yes, it is incredibly exciting to start something new, but is launching a magazine in the digital age just this side of mad? Well, that’s what we love about it. Print’s tangible ride-or-die appeal feels like a refreshingly grounded, locavore medium in which to pay homage to local culture and coastal characters. The slower pace here still breeds a friendliness that you don’t get in cities: the gentle nod, wave to a fellow driver or chat at the shops. The wonderful melting pot of born and bred coasties living alongside ever-swelling numbers of brand new arrivals, coming to the region for a better lifestyle, has also created a boomtime culture for us to explore. Village curates the best of the best: new chefs, cultural gems, hotspots and must-try venues. Our coverage of local storytellers will showcase our neighbours and friends, while embracing the region’s larrikin spirit and strong community identity. In our inaugural issue we enjoy the wit and wisdom of accomplished actor, director and TV critic Graeme Blundell (who served some criminally good local patisseries in his gorgeous Killcare Heights garden), meet the two earth goddesses cum local businesswomen whose door-to-door organic food sales are through the roof and visit vibrant Terrigal. The Central Coast is definitely ready for its close up.

Creature Feature Name: Sherlock (because his master loves private investigator stories) Neighbourhood: Wamberal Breed: English Bulldog, bred to tackle the back of bull legs Age: 9 Personality trait: lazy but charismatic Routine: currently taking steroids; prefers to trot than run Hobbies: doing a deadpan Winston Churchill impression and snoring through movies Who Knew? Sherlock may look scary to strangers but is really a big softie Do: bring kids over to play Don’t: take this pommy ex-pat out in the hot sun Submissions - send us your best pet idea: Village@centralcoastnews.net Photo: Ben Gamlin Creative

Way Back When Coastal History

Bungaree ‘The First Australian’ was a local. For eons people have walked and loved this stunning land we now call the Central Coast. We who live here today can still walk in their ancient footsteps and reflect on the tumultuous and tragic history that began with European settlement from 1788 and onwards. Through the prism of that time, certain characters appear who highlight both the destruction of the past and the creation of our own era. Perhaps the greatest among them was a local aboriginal man named Bungaree (1775 – 1830) who came from the mouth of the Deerubbin region (the original indigenous name for the Hawkesbury River). In his time he was one of the most famous people in the early colony of New South Wales. The first four colonial governors befriended him and bestowed significant status to his family. Bungaree was a remarkable linguist, one of the first indigenous people to learn and speak in English. He became a diplomat, a tracker of escaped convicts and a sea pilot to several expeditions. Indeed, explorer Matthew Flinders commissioned Bungaree to travel on his voyages around Australia, naming him the ‘First Australian’ in

his naval journals after they successfully circumnavigated the continent. European settlement and the subsequent degradation of the environment meant that local Aboriginal people were unable to maintain their traditional economy. Bungaree was rare in that he achieved local fame due to his unique role: welcoming important visitors to the colony. As an early intermediary between the early settlement’s indigenous and European cultures, he was widely respected by the two communities. Bungaree’s wife Car-oo or Cora (1777-1852), known to Europeans as ‘Queen Gooseberry’, was almost as famous as her husband in the early settlement of Sydney. The daughter of Moorooboora, leader of the Murro-Ore clan, Car-oo wore a brass gorget around her neck, as did Bungaree; this honoured their status as leaders of the Aboriginal and wider community. The couple can be seen wearing them in the many sketches and paintings created during their lifetime. Governor Macquarie issued one of the first land titles in the colony to Bungaree and his spouse Queen Gooseberry in what is known today as Mosmon on Sydney’s North Shore. Bungaree died (twenty

Bungaree at Sydney Harbour by Augustus Earle (1793-1838)

years before Car-oo) as an established Sydney identity. His obituary spoke clearly, bestowing him with the title ‘his Aboriginal Majesty King Boongarie, Supreme Chief of the Sydney Tribe’. Today, the Pearl Beach Aboriginal History Group annually celebrates the life of Bungaree with commemorative events at Pearl Beach. His descendants, including Central Coast resident Tracey Howie, still live in the region and proudly identify with their extraordinary lineage. David Abrahams

Photo credits Cover: Patonga Wharf, Patonga, Photo: Central Coast Tourism Innovator: Lisa Haymes Photography Staycation: Holding shot - Terrigal Walkway - Above.Images for LoveCentralCoastNSW Dine - Ben Gamlin Creative You Beauty: Wildflowers, Lisa Haymes Photography On The Tools: Ben Gamlin Creative

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Central coast mums, Janine Ravenwood and Sonia Romeyn, run a soulful yet thriving business delivering organic farm fresh produce around the coast. Their goal is to help people forge an emotional connection to marketdriven, local food - and to put people and planet before profit. Janine I feel at home when I’ve got fresh fruits and veggies in my hands. I originally grew up on a farm in New Zealand before arriving in Sydney in my mid-twenties. When I started a family I left the big smoke and now live on a couple of acres near MacMasters Beach. I always dreamed of running a little market garden. Having kids sent me down the path of healthy living and I met Sonia as a customer before we became partners and grew the business. The demand for organic and sustainably farmed food is out there: people want as much as we can deliver. We thought about having a retail store but decided to prioritise our mental health and work/life balance instead. We are busy, but if we grow too big we’ll lose that personal relationship with the farmers that is so intrinsic to our business. Working with incredible growers like Mem Holliday in

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Mangrove Mountain is pure joy. Sonia and I both have our permaculture design certificate. People often misunderstand the ‘certified organic’ label. Some small growers simply cannot afford to certify every ingredient, yet they are still growing on a small, personal scale using fully regenerative, organic methods. All our food is sustainably grown,healthy and great. We sent photos to one customer who told us how happy she was to show her daughter where the family food actually comes from. We divide our warehouse into two sections. I take care of all the mixed produce orders, around 70 boxes a week of seasonal highlights: juicy, delicious apples, potatoes, carrots, broccoli, pumpkins, citrus fruits, avocados, bananas and leafy greens like kale, spinach and mustard leaf. Sonia handles the custom orders so that people can pick and choose their order. There is a beautiful immediacy to our connection with the growers. If there are high winds and our local farmer suddenly has 500 kilos worth of avocados we’ll pop a little note in the box explaining why there is extra. Sonia I have lived on the coast since I was a teenager and attended a local

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high school. After travelling for a few years I settled in North Avoca Beach and now enjoy the coastal lifestyle with free range kids running around. Even in suburbia, we coasties are surrounded by trees and close to the beach and national parks. I love the local friendliness and Nurtured Earth community that we are building. People are tuning in to the concept of a strong local economy. We may be used to buying in supermarkets, but our current global pandemic is reminding people that the world can suddenly change. If we continue to support our local growers we will never go hungry during emergencies or food shortages. When Janine and I embarked on this venture we were only acquaintances, which was a massive risk.As we built the business Sonia became my best friend. My advice when starting a business partnership: write down your values and be honest with each other about your strengths and weaknesses. By pure luck, Janine and I have the opposite skill set. Janine describes me as a little ‘pocket rocket’ with that get-it-done entrepreneurial drive, whereas she pays greater attention to detail, so we make a great team. We organise the delivery runs each Sunday, then on Monday all the

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produce comes in and gets delivered. We have 10 people packing in the warehouse and about 12 people delivering - currently all female. When a farmer shows up with fresh food we are all so excited. We’ll all cry out,“Oh my God, the mint smells amazing!” We also supplement our business with a side hustle that works within the framework: we make our own ginger beer. Our customer demographic is wide, from those who can financially commit to organic food to single income families that prioritise their children’s nutrition. Some people have an illness and turn to an organic diet pretty quickly when they start researching. Since the COVID-19 pandemic our output has nearly doubled. It’s a pebble that ripples out. Eating more nutritious food is healthier not only for our bodies but the land we live on. We find it ironic that you have to get certification to prove you are not spraying toxic products over your food. Surely you should need certification to toxify living ingredients. Why is it even legal? Nurtured Earth Organics sell at the Avoca Markets on the fourth Sunday of every month. Fixxevents.com.au As told to Cleo Glyde

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TERRIGAL TERRIFIC In a region spoilt for choice when it comes to spectacular beaches, the buzz of Terrigal Esplanade sets this golden curved shoreline apart. The vibrancy of the coastal village’s independent shops, rooftop bars, live music and restaurants - all within an easy stroll of each other - make it the coast’s beating after-five heart. Terrigal’s streetside energy provides a high voltage ‘flop and drop’ break: everything is on the doorstep, no car required. Terrigal is still very much a waterworld, with its lagoon foreshore, great surf breaks and beach fishing culture, due to an abundance of flathead, blackfish and bream - and enough deep sea snapper to lure game fishing fans further offshore. When happy hour hits however, this is where the coast comes to party. Whether you are hooking a marlin or necking a negroni, Terrigal is the local playground where nature and naughty sit side by side.

Discover Terrigal’s new boardwalk is one of the Central Coast’s most sizable infrastructure developments of recent years. The walk snakes along the sea cliff, giving better access to the ocean rockpool, all the way to the local iconic landmark The Skillion, that unusually shaped headland that rises steeply as picnickers stretch out on its grassy back. Terrigal’s lagoon foreshore and four kilometre stretch of unbroken beach also make the area a walker’s paradise.

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Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific is the kind of luxury waterfront resort that cocoons you even in the centre of town, with its own shops, restaurants, bar and spa - perfect for those who want to barely live out of fluffy robes during a getaway. Show-stopping views of the crescent beach flood each Pacific Ocean View Room, framed by towering Norfolk Pines lined like sentinels along the esplanade. Private balconies are an irresistible invitation to kick back and enjoy the sea breeze and constant lull of waves hissing onto the shore. The generously sized geometric pool also beckons (for guests and Aqueous Health Club members only), with summer fun pumping beyond the walls and plenty of live entertainment events booked throughout the rest of the year. An Ocean View Room starts at $330 mid week or $650 on the weekend. GOOD TO KNOW: Advance Saver rates can save you up to 20%, so think ahead. IHG Rewards members can save up to 30%. Terrigalpacific.crowneplaza.com

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A gigantic ocean linerinspired curvilinear bar, coastal aesthetic and terrace dotted with umbrellas exemplifies the spirit of a buzzy Terrigal summer. Peoplewatch from your perch in the fresh ocean breeze while sipping the season’s cocktail, Sweet But Psycho - a not-too-sweet yet fruitily delicious concoction of Pampero White Rum, strawberry, pomegranate and fluffy egg white. Swirls of buttery,Tuscan artisan linguine, graced with the Aussie touch of sweet, juicy blue swimmer crab from a local producer, is an easy, breezy sea-to-table summer dish. If you like it quiet, try High Tea by the Sea at the Lord Ashley Bar & Lounge, with gloriously vaulted ceilings and ocean views (daily from 12:30pm to 2:30pm). Traditional style nibbles such as tea finger sandwiches can be amped up by bubbly or cocktail packages. terrigalbh.com.au

Stop The great thing about having a spa in situ at a hotel stay is being able to float straight back up to your room, still in that pleasant bliss coma. Try something different with Endota Spa’s Soothing Stones massage: applied pressure with warmed Shiatsu stones for the body and jade facial rollers expand blood vessels while kick-starting circulation - and the scalp massage finale sends you straight to La La Land. Soothing Stones, $160 (80 minutes), t e r r i g a l p a c i f i c. c ro w n e p l a z a . c o m / endota-spa

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YOU BEAUTY Refresh and Renew

Beauty Editor - Cleo Glyde

As the world comes out of its collective slumber, have we ever been more ready for a seasonal mood change? Jump out of lockdown and embrace the season of freedom and fresh starts. Beauty is waiting with dewy fresh colour that tints and enhances rather than covers, skincare that boosts complexions with an instant burst of hydration, and fragrance that conjures the sensory bliss of white petals after light rain.You’re so back.You glow girl…

The season’s beauty bouquet of fragrant florals is bloomin’ lovely, complete with joyous packaging. It’s game on for Gucci as brown sugar makes intoxicating gardenia sexy. Rose is reimagined with a more audacious, Tom Ford-worthy blend of heady spices. Goldfield and Banks evoke the lingering, potency of the Northern tropics. Aerin Lauder’s wholesome, reassuring geranium is as uplifting as farmyard laundry in the breeze. French luxury brand Diptyque’s woodier floral transforms fragrance into a dressing room treasure with the exquisite Japanese furoshiki tradition of fabric wrapping.

1.GUCCI Flora Gorgeous Gardenia EDP, $213 (100ml), David Jones and Myer 2.TOM FORD BEAUTY Rose Prick EDP, $485 (50ml), mecca. com.au 3.AERIN LAUDER, Wild Geranium EDP, $190 (50ml), esteelauder.com.au 4.GOLDFIELD AND BANKS Silky Woods Perfume Concentrate, $299 (100ml), adorebeauty.com.au, Sephora, goldfieldandbanks.com 5. DIPTYQUE Le Grand Tour Kyoto EDT, $257 (100ml), mecca. com.au

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Enhance the mood with the must-have candles of the moment. Glasshouse Fragrance’s crisp green apple and grapefruit add sparkle to dew-fresh jasmine and ylang-ylang; nuggets of crystal add a stunning twist to this calming coconut showstopper.

This season’s rose pink lip trend is ultra feminine, but isn’t your grandmother’s bright pink of yesteryear a touch of taupe creates a modernised, duskier hue.

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Put on your PJs and have a girls night in to treat dull, dry skin and chapped lips with turbo charged antioxidants. Skin cells, get with the program: it’s time to turnover. 8. SAND AND SKY Super Bounce Mask, $94.90 (100g), mecca.com.au; adorebeauty.com.au 9. PMD BEAUTY Hydrakiss Anti-Aging Lip Sheet Mask, $45 (5 packs), adorebeauty.com.au

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Imogen Liljestrom Painter Imogen Liljestrom shares about the instantly transformative nature of painting and the meditative peace of her work day. I was originally raised in Bellingen in northern NSW and lived in Sydney for 20 years. I moved to a friend’s magical treehouse in Avoca Beach in the middle of the night, woke up in paradise and am still here eight years later. I have always been crafty and would paint my own furniture. People loved my personal projects and asked me to paint their houses, word of mouth spread and the business just evolved. Once I bought my LDV T60 ute I could travel with all my equipment. Professional painting requires technique and perfectionism and I love the focus of that mental state. I play my music and feel so tranquil. It is really fulfilling to bring a client’s vision to life because paint can completely transform a space; it’s also nice to be a part of something that will be appreciated through time. Sometimes the client knows exactly what they want or they may prefer me to act as a guide. There is so much to take into account when choosing colour: the physical environment, scenic views and architecture, the style and personality of the person who lives there, even their furniture and artwork. Personally, I am really drawn to the Mexican Boheme

aesthetic: I love bright colours that really pop and bring things to life. The real secret to painting is to take your time and not rush it. I think of myself as a basic, simple painter who pretty much gets the job done with rollers and brushes. Spray guns are messy and require electricity, generators or pumps. I just love the purity of myself, the tools of my trade and the ute. Being a woman in male-dominated industries has its challenges but I say if you want to do it, just go ahead and do it. I had to work harder than everybody else just to gain professional respect. A lot of men on a site will assume you’re not skilled enough at first, so it feels amazing to prove them wrong and earn their positive feedback. Clients have told me that they love my painting or that the energy I put into the walls is as powerful as the painting; that’s wonderful to hear. I am grateful that the coast is close to Sydney, without the mayhem. It’s beautiful to live by the sea and the people here are a lot more relaxed. I love to visit the women’s caves at the back of Kincumber and go kayaking in the local Avoca lagoon. I feel inspired by the environment here and can completely unwind and unravel. To book Imogen Liljestrom Painting: text 0421950083 As told to Cleo Glyde

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Graeme Blundell’s breathtakingly diverse creative career showcases many Australian cultural touchstones, from his biographies of TV icons Graham Kennedy and Bert Newton to acting roles in 1970s classics of Australian cinema’s Golden Age, which TV streaming is introducing to a new generation. Graeme Blundell lives “happily ensconced” in his garden oasis with author and journalist Susan Kurosawa. You’re an early adopter. How did you find your way to the Central Coast? My move here was totally accidental. I had never even thought about having a ‘weekender’. I’m originally from a working class background in Melbourne and, like most arty people there, thought that moving to Sydney meant living by the beach or in the Cross, which was wildly colourful. Over two decades ago, Susan had family here and a glamorous friend of hers in the hotel business had spoken highly of the coast as a hidden gem, so we travelled up. As soon as we drove down the main street into Hardy’s Bay and saw the little boats and panorama we fell in love. We were shown a gorgeous little fisherman’s cottage on the hill in Heath Rd that had been built by a ferry captain in the 1920s, who rowed goods back and forth from Ettalong. We bought it within days, kicking off

our coastal adventure. After living in the epicentre of Sydney’s underbelly, where red roof suburbia goes to sin, how did you adjust to the seachange? After living amongst the crooked cops and artists of the Cross for 20 years, suddenly I was part of this tranquil environment close to water. Susan and I found it extraordinarily pleasant to potter around our cottage. Bit by bit we built a deck and an adjoining house and I started landscaping. We have moved and renovated other properties: it has all been great fun. We still have an apartment in the city, but we just wanted to be here more and more. You got to know the coast decades before the current boom. What is changing most about the region? The cultural and recreational infrastructure that just didn’t exist here before. When we first arrived a friend of ours from Pearl Beach told us:“there is a butcher in Erina worth going to and a good pie shop in Ettalong.” Today there are patisseries, resorts, pastry shops, bars - a tantalising number of choices. Do you gallivant or tend to nest in your own neighbourhood? The peninsula is large enough to explore and we shop locally. Our house has that Japanese notion of, as Susan calls it, the ‘borrowed view’. There’s lots of fabulous trees and bamboo in the surrounding properties that have become part

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of our aesthetic. We are happily ensconced in our little compound. How would you describe the community feel here? Funnily enough, we probably have a larger group of friends here than we had in the city. Out of lockdown we entertain a bit at home. I have performed in shows at the local hall and used to compère the local Australia Day ceremonies. There are a lot of artists and actors here - Hardy’s Bay has been nicknamed ‘Hardywood’ - and the increasingly strong gay community often refers to Pretty Beach as Pretty Bitch. The community is quite diverse, with relatively separate groups that intersect in various ways. Susan used to joke that I would adopt a ‘yeah, mate’ persona when I had my ute or we were renovating and tradies were coming and going, tramping through the house. The mix of people keeps life interesting. As a long time local, how do you feel about the current Central Coast boom? The bays and beaches are a big drawcard, but I don’t want it to change too much. You can spot the Sydneysiders coming in and pushing the prices up a mile off: chaps with white hats wearing pleated trousers that their wives have organised for them from Country Road, driving in lackadaisical fashion down the center of the road. We hear them ordering a range of bizarre and exotic coffees, traumatising

the local shops. “No, I said Panamanian soy milk!” You have worn so many hats: the star of cult 1970s sex comedy Alvin Purple, the wry critic on Foxtel’s movie show... How do most people that you come across remember you? It’s an accumulation of roles - in a lot of different contexts, across a lot of years. Some of the obvious roles make you kind of oddly famous, then you become known for reviewing yourself on the television interview circuit, which is this strange kind of meta thing. An accumulative presence eventually builds up around some performers. It’s like cultural composting. Yes! And working on location for years with TV families that you never see again is like 60 amicable divorces. HIGH FIVE Graeme’s Local Loves Narara Valley Nursery, Narara “Look out for the half price plants at the back of the nursery.” Bells Bakery at Bells At Killcare “The takeaway sausage rolls and pies were a godsend during lockdown.” Young Barons pasta bar, Woy Woy. “A taste of Europe in the middle of Woy Woy.” Cinema Paradiso, Ettalong Beach “An eccentric place to see a little indie film.” Bar Toto, Ettalong Beach “Great cocktails right near the cinema.”

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History of Trafalgar Ave airstrip subject of new signs The Umina Community Group has received over $5,000 to install new signage at Runway Park on Trafalgar Ave to help remember those who served in the defence forces. The Group received a total of $5,112, as part of the Saluting their Service (STS) Commemorative Grants Program, to install four information signs around the park on Trafalgar Ave. The signs will show different stories and pictures to depict the history of the World War Two runway that existed in the middle of the Peninsula. Julian Bowker from Umina Community Group said the grant will allow the Group to

complete the upgrade to the park. “The final stage of the community driven upgrade of the park will be to implement four interpretive signs which explain the background to why an Airstrip existed in Umina,” Bowker said. “Like the historical signs that have been installed along The Esplanade shared zone in Umina, we have also been working with Central Coast Council Library and local historians to use the photos they have to bring the stories of The Runway to life. “It is hoped by connecting our local youth to the wartime story behind The Runway, they will gain a better understanding of the war’s impact on Australia and how we view the broader

topic of the sacrifices made by the generations before us.” Bowker said the Group is open to new design ideas from the public. “While the signs are in final

drafts, if anyone does have any specific images or stories they think should be included, please email contacts@ uminacommunitygroup.com. au,” Bowker said.

“We hope that signs will be completed and installed in the new few months for the public to enjoy.” Federal Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks, said the funding would ensure the ongoing recognition of our Australian servicemen and women. “It’s important that the service and sacrifice of our local veterans is recognised and remembered through these community initiatives,” Wicks said. “Umina Community Group have been successful in a $5,112 grant to install interpretive signage at Runway Park in Woy Woy to explain the history of the area as an emergency aerodrome during the Second World War.

“The Central Coast is proud of our military history, our local veterans who have served our nation and their families who have supported them. “The Central Coast recognises the importance of commemorating and honouring the contribution of our servicemen and women and all that they have done for our nation.” The Terrigal-Wamberal RSL Sub-Branch also received funding to make new additions to the Wamberal War Memorial with new signage and the setting of three new stones at the site, each engraved with the names of local service personnel. Maisy Rae

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

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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

10.30am For seniors. Gentle exercises, quizzes, games, social activities, guest speakers, entertainment and bus trips - 4344 3277 Volunteering Central Coast Refers potential volunteers to community orgs. Supports both volunteers and community orgs. Training for volunteers & their managers.

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Wagstaffe to Killcare Community Protect and preserve the environment & residential nature of the Bouddi Peninsula and to strengthen community bonds 2nd Mon, 7.30pm Wagstaffe Hall 4360 2945

all. 1800 558 268 or www.grow.org.au

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S.A Is Internet porn destroying your life. We may be able to help. We are a 12 step fellowship 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 Peninsula Village Wellness Centre Offering holistic and complementary therapies including aromatherapy, massage and music therapy 4344 9199

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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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Soundwaves chorus Male singers wanted No experience required, rehearsals 7pm Mondays at Parkview room Central Coast Leagues Club 0431 225 489

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Central Coast Greens Active regarding ecological sustainability, social & economic justice, peace & non-violence, grassroots democracy & getting Greens elected 3rd Thur centralcoast.nsw.greens.org.au centralcoastgreens@gmail.com

Australian Labor Party Political discussions, national, www.ebacc.com.au state and local government www.fabcnsw.org.au Central Coast Asbestos ebacc.email@gmail.com info@wagstaffetokillcare.org.au issues Diseases Support Central Coast Central Coast Group Peninsula Day Branch Entertainment Watercolour Society Support for those suffering Caravanners Inc 1pm 2nd Mon Art society for artists LEARN TO DANCE with asbestos diseases and 3rd Sun - Jan to Nov CWA Hall Woy Woy painting in watercolour Social ballroom dancing for all Peninsula Village Meals others interested in asbestos Visitors - New Members 4341 9946 Delivered daily to your door Workshops, beginners issues. You are not alone, welcome, Trips Away, Social ages, all you need is a desire Nutritious, great for the elderly classes and paint outs to learn and dance, meet with others who can Outings, friendship with like Service Groups 4344 9199 Details on our website no partner required. share their experiences. Bring minded folk ccwsinc@gmail.com meet every Wed at Tuggerah a family member or friend. Lions Club of Woy Woy Details from Geoff www.centralcoastwatercolour.com.au Peninsula Village community hall, 2:00pm 1pm at Ourimbah RSL on Everglades Country Club 0447 882 150 Community Centres Anne - 0409 938 345 fourth Wed of each month. 3rd Monday of each month Carer’s Support Group anneglazier@y7mail.com Make new friends and For carers of loved ones with Maree 0419 418 190 Empire Bay Probus Club Peninsula Village have fun while serving your dementia - 1st Wed - 10 to Friendship, fellowship, Health Groups Playgroup Music community. 11.30am and fun in retirement. Carers, Grandparents, Alcoholics Anonymous 0478 959 895 Coastal a Cappella Paula 4344 9199 Very active club, outings, parents & children Award winning women’s a - Someone cares. excursions, dining - 3 ‘Intergenerational Playgroup’ cappella chorus. Wed-Thurs-Fri - 12.30pm, times a month Rotary Clubs Tues 10-11.30am Prostate Cancer Music education provided. 1st Thur 1.30pm Progress Hall Henry Parry & International service club 4344 9199 Support Group Rehearsals Tuesday 7pm @ improves lives of communities Club Umina, Melbourne Wells Street East Gosford (Gosford) Red Tree Theatre Tuggerah. Ave, Umina Beach in Aust. & o/seas. Fun-filled Last Fri, Terrigal Uniting Peninsula School Performance opportunities. Visitors Welcome. activities, fellowship and Grow Mental Church, 380 Terrigal Drive, for Seniors Hire us for your next event. friendship. 0414 280 375 Health Support Terrigal Community Centre, 0412 948 450 Rotary Club of Woy Woy 9.30am to 12 noon coastalacappella@gmail.com McMasters Road, Woy Woy Small friendly groups formed Tues 6pm Everglades Central Coast Marine 4367 9600 to learn how to overcome Discussions, rumikin, craft, Country Club. www.pcfa.org.au Discovery Centre history, walks, & coach trips anxiety, depression and Troubadour Central Don Tee 0428 438 535 The revamped CCMDC is Tues & Wed loneliness and improve Coast Folk, Woy Woy Stroke open. Schools and Group 4341 5984 or 4341 0800 mental health and well being. Traditional & Acoustic Recovery Club Special Interest bookings welcome by Weekly meetings at Woy Music and Spoken Word Everglades Country Club appointment. Peninsula The Krait Club Concerts, Ukulele meets, Woy and Wyong. Grow is 2nd Tues 11am Building has special needs Environment Group and Sessions Community Centre Cooinda anonymous, free and open to Company, up-to-date info, access and toilets Environmental projects, 4342 6716 Village, Neptune St, Umina

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

Sport Umina Beach Bowling Club Learn to play lawn bowls Male, Female and Mixed. All ages and abilities. Free coaching. Social or competition bowls. Make new friends and have fun Phone 02 4343 9940 mens_bowls@clubumina.com.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

Peninsula Women’s Health Centre Counselling, therapeutic and social groups, workshops, domestic violence and abuse issues. All services by women for women 4342 5905

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DOWN IN THE GARDEN: The Top 10 Unkillable Garden Plants their mauve flowers, these days pinks, whites and even a ‘black’ is available. Prefers full sun but can grow in semi-shade. They can become invasive to our waterways so look out for cultivars like ‘Queen Mum’ which are referred to as sterile and less likely to spread. TASKS & TIPS FOR YOU THIS WEEK

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I must be honest, there is no such thing as an ‘unkillable’ plant but there are more than a few out there that come close. These are the hardy plants, the disease and pest tolerant and the ‘leave me alone’ plants that don’t want to be fussed over. The ‘unkillable’ are suitable for investment properties, larger areas of gardens that you just don’t have the time for and are the saviours of homeowners who desire a good looking, easy-care garden but can’t fit in gardening due to their lifestyle. There is an old saying that goes something like, “There’s no such thing as a plant problem, it’s a person problem” and I would tend to agree. Just like ensuring that you find pets that will fit into your lifestyle, selecting suitable plants for the way you live and what you can provide will help you become a plant carer and not killer. These are my top 10 (almost) unkillables to try at your place. Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra elatior) is one that really does live up to its name. It belongs to the lily family and is native to China and Japan. A shade lover that is also a happy indoor plant, it can survive on just about no sunlight. It has a rather slow growth rate and

is expensive but disease and pest resilient. The worst thing you can do for this plant is to over-water it. Plant it and walk away, worth the money. Indian Hawthorn (Rhaphiolepsis indica) is a slow-growing shrub that loves the sun and can make a lovely hedge that won’t require pruning. It is tolerant of all sorts of conditions and will even grow happily in coastal spots. Indian Hawthorn is considered somewhat invasive so select with care and perhaps remove the berries to slow the spread. Star Jasmine (Trachelospermum jasminoides) will cover the eyesores in your garden beautifully. It grows as a ground cover or climber and loves our climate. This jasmine will give you gorgeously fragrant flowers that will quickly attract the local bees. While it takes a little time to find its feet and establish, once it does this vine will take off. Not fussy about soils and will grow in part-shade but does best in full sun. Bower of Beauty (Pandorea jasminoides) is my favourite climber as it ticks a lot of boxes. It is a native Australian vine, a superfast grower that creates a dense, evergreen feature and will grow just about anywhere.

It is also a set and forget climber that’s a favourite with our native bees. Grows in semi-shade but will do best in full sun. The roots can become invasive so plant away from underground infrastructure. Mat Rush (Lomandra spp.) is a local council favourite that you will often see in roundabouts and along roads and it’s because of their adaptability and ease of care. They are Australian native grasses and can grow happily in large pots and fill areas of your garden easily with their stunning fountain-like form. There are lots of lovely variations and they are not fussy about location. Flax Lily (Dianella spp.) fit the bill if you are looking for a more strappy leaved plant and many are native to Australia. Most have striking blue-green leaves and produce stunning deep purple berries but there are also some interesting cultivars out there for you to choose from, with some being more tolerant of extreme conditions than others. A popular landscaping plant, I think these look best when mass planted along edges or to fill areas. Teddy Bear Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora ‘Teddy Bear’) an easy-care evergreen small tree that will reward you with the most magnificent creamy white highly

YOU & YOUR GARDEN: Karen’s Stink Bugs, Tuggerah Dear Cheralyn, I recently moved to the Central Coast and have inherited two lemon trees and I think a lime tree. They are doing ok I think but there are a lot of stink bugs attacking them and I hear lots of different advice, but I want to care for, not kill these trees. What is the best way to get rid of stink bugs? Karen Hi Karen and welcome to the Coast. Stink Bugs (Halyomorpha halys) are an annoyance and can be rather hard to eradicate once they take a liking to your place. Consistency and vigilance are the best ways to deal them and always wear gloves and eye protection because that stinky spray they emit in

defence is also caustic. You will need to check your trees every day in spring and physically remove them and when spraying with a pyrethrum-based pesticide, ensure full coverage of both sides of the leaves. Note this for next winter: spray your citrus trees with an oil-based pest control once a month as this will deter the nymph cycle of the Stink Bug. Everyone: I am out and about visiting your gardens. I would love to visit any garden but particularly school gardens, memorial gardens and verge gardens. Contact me at gardeningcentralcoast@gmail.com and tell me about your garden.

fragrant flowers imaginable. They grow in a compact shape and are suitable as a hedging plant. This magnolia is happy in full sun or part shade and although it will prefer a free draining soil, there’s not much more you need to worry about. Lilly Pilly Resilience (Syzygium australe ‘Resilience’) is a fast-growing native that will give you either a lovely small feature tree or a fast-growing evergreen hedge and you get those delicious edible berries. Frost and drought tolerant, you will find it hardy once established but choose this cultivar, not just any lilly pilly as it is bred to be resilient as the name indicates. Prefers full sun and but can tolerate semi-shade. Bush Lily (Clivia miniate) can probably survive the apocalypse; enjoying a bit of a rise in popularity with indoor plant collectors, but they have been the investment property garden friend for decades. They love shade, are not fussy at all most conditions, are drought hardy but are not happy in frost-prone areas. You also get a burst of brilliant trumpet flowers in winter. Agapanthus (Agapanthus spp.) are not a favourite at all with me, but I have included them as they seem to be very popular. One of their better attributes is that due to their tough sap-filled strappy leaves and clumping form, they can work as a fire barrier. They can be grown in pots but also work well in mass plantings. Although they are best known for

With all the heavy rain recently, if you notice your plants yellowing, it could be lack of nutrients as lots of water will wash them away. Top up with some liquid or a slowrelease granule formula. Just a few things you could plant this week include herbs, Asian greens, asparagus, globe and globe artichoke, beans, beetroot, broccoli, cabbages, cape gooseberry, capsicum, carrot, celeriac, celery, chicory, chilli, choko, cucumber, eggplant, fennel, ginger, horseradish, kale, kohlrabi, leek, lettuce, marrow, mustard greens, okra, parsnip, potato, pumpkin, radish, rocket, salsify, silverbeet, spring onion, sweetcorn, squash, sweet potato, taro, tomato, turnip, warrigal greens, sunflower, aster, bedding begonia, calendula, California poppy, carnation, celosia, chrysanthemum, coleus, cosmos, dahlia, dianthus, everlasting daisy, gaillardia, gazania, gerbera, honesty, inpatients, kangaroo paw, marigold, nasturtium, phlox, portulaca, salvia, snapdragon, waratah, zinnia Next Week: Gardening for the Birds Cheralyn Darcey is a gardening author, community garden coordinator and along with Pete Little, hosts ‘At Home with The Gardening Gang’ 8 10am live every Saturday on CoastFM963. She is also co-host of @ MostlyAboutPlants a weekly gardening podcast with Vicki White. Send your gardening questions, events, and news to: gardeningcentralcoast@gmail.com

GARDENING BOOK REVIEW

1-MINUTE GARDENER by Mat Pember & Fabian Capomolla, Pan Macmillan

Another great book from the team at ‘The Little Veggie Patch Co.’ and follows on from their success as a

source of basic, good advice, particularly for food gardeners. As always, Pember and Campolla, share a healthy dose of sustainable gardening techniques but here they have also taken the fear out of it for those with less time and perhaps less knowledge. Within are 60 guides to getting your gardening done quickly, sustainably, and effectively. A list of plants that are better suited to a busy lifestyle are included along with lots of help with pests, diseases and even as a more experienced gardener, I found this book of value. It is written in the fun and refreshing style that this duo is known for. Perfect for beginners and for those who think they are far too busy to enjoy gardening.

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Business & Property Waterfront property auctioned for record price

The four-bedroom home on Orange Grove Rd, Blackwall

A four-bedroom home in Orange Grove Road, Blackwall, owned by a long-standing Peninsula family, has sold for a record $3.7M at auction. Principal of inStyle Real Estate Agents, Larry Altavilla, said the sale was evidence of the popularity of waterfront properties across the Central Coast. “Traditionally the deep-water frontages get the higher end of the market but this time it was a waterfront reserve property,” Altavilla said. “We cracked the record price by about half a million – the last property that sold along that part of Orange Grove Rd went for $3.2M and that was over 18 months ago,” he said. “There is a bit of history behind that place because there used to be a tidal bath there in front of the house and people used to walk through the reserve to access the baths. The four-bedroom home is on

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a 576 square metre lot. The sales pitch described it as “boasting unsurpassed privacy and magical water views, this quintessential home with its warm and cosy ambience is set on the cusp of Orange Grove’s deep-water frontages. “Oozing with charm, this 1930s cottage with its three metre ceilings and pitched roof basks in a prized northerly aspect. “The well-considered, singlelevel layout with only two steps to enter, boasts natural circulation between the formal and casual living/dining areas. “With large windows framing picturesque water/garden outlooks, the gourmet gas kitchen has stainless steel appliances and servery access to both the dining room and deck. “There’s also a wine cellar, water tanks, quality fixtures and fittings throughout, ducted heating/cooling, two-car secure accommodation and

ample off-street parking for visitors.” Altavilla said the purchasers “absolutely fell in love with it. “They were from Sydney, they loved the look and feel, they loved the location and the lifestyle the Peninsula has to offer. “It was a long campaign because we were going through the COVID period and we were not getting many people during that COVID period showing any interest in it but then when lockdown started easing we finally got people coming through the doors and we got a buyer.” As for trends in the broader Peninsula residential property market, Altavilla said he believed certain properties were getting more attention than others. “The property market is showing various signs of a little correction but I think the waterfront properties are going to attain high levels of buyer interest,” he said.

“If I had another five or 10 waterfront properties right now they would all be sold, anywhere on the Peninsula or pretty much the Central Coast.” He said the main buyers interested in the Peninsula were moving from acreages in north-western Sydney. “They are downsizing, getting off their acreages and wanting a sea change and less maintenance.” inStyle believes the Peninsula’s medium density market is still going well. “They seem to be selling, I can’t see too much stock that is not selling currently in houses and apartments but, again, with signs of interest rates rising on the horizon I think there’s a going to be a correction. In other words, according to Altavilla, if you’re thinking of selling and cashing in on recent price trends, don’t wait too long. Jackie Pearson

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“Most people don’t know that government changes to super laws will see them stuck to their current fund, which could leave many stapled to a dud that hasn’t passed the government’s own performance test,” says Bernie Dean , the chief executive of Industry Super Australia. “Being stuck to a dud fund could punch a huge hole in a person’s nest egg, and that is going to limit how much they enjoy life in retirement - people should make sure they are with a good fund.” ISA previously lobbied for the government to amend the YFYS package to only allow workers to be stapled to funds that passed the performance test - to no avail. “Given the risks to so many people’s livelihoods, the government needs to tighten up protections to make sure people are only

stapled to the best funds that have passed the performance tests,” Dean says. Meanwhile, Super Consumers Australia welcomes the stapling measure but wants the government to ban occupational exclusions from default life insurance in super.

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Former Leagues Club to become childcare centre There’s been a baby boom on the Peninsula and growing demand for childcare services has resulted in the new owners of the former Woy Woy Leagues Club building deciding to turn it into a childcare centre. Managing agent, Larry Altavilla of inStyle Real Estate said, “We are looking for a childcare operator for the whole building” in relation to plans for the former Leagues Club in Blackwall Road. “Childcare, in particular over

the last two or three years, the whole industry has blown out,” Altavilla said. “A couple of childcare centres on the Peninsula have been acquired recently for lots of money.” Alterations to the building are under way and the owners are “actively seeking a childcare provider,” he said. The demand for childcare on the Peninsula is currently unmet, he said, citing the example of a new Booker Bay childcare centre which “has a massive waiting list”.

“There has been a baby boom happening during COVID – how much TV can you watch?” Altavilla said. According to the Central Coast Council DA tracker, a development application was lodged on October 19 for the property at 82-90 Blackwall Road, Woy Woy. The application is for a nominated integrated commercial subdivision and the value of works listed as $20,000. Jackie Pearson

Tenants given chance to apply for rent support COVID-impacted tenants will now able to apply directly for a rebate of up to $4,500 as part of an extension to the existing Residential Tenancy Support Package. COVID-19 impacted tenants will need to show their household income has reduced by 25 per cent or more compared to the four weeks before June 26, 2021, due to COVID-19. Tenants making a claim will need to provide proof of a

tenancy agreement and have evidence to show they are or have been COVID-19 impacted since July 14, 2021. To be eligible for the Residential Tenancy Support Payment or land tax benefit, landlords will need to provide proof of a tenancy agreement and have agreed to reduce or waive rent payable from July 14, 2021, for a COVID-19 impacted tenant. Eligible tenants who are unable to get agreement or consent from their landlord or

agent can get help from NSW Fair Trading by completing an application for rent negotiation on the website. Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said it is a “welcome change that will allow impacted tenants to access residential support. “The NSW Government is committed to supporting everyone throughout our community, including providing tenants and landlords financial confidence as we continue the ‘road to recovery’,” Crouch said. Claims for the support payment close on December 31, 2021. Successful tenant application claims will be paid into an agent’s trust account or landlord’s rent account. For more information on the package or to apply go to the Service NSW website. Source: Media release, Nov 11 NSW Government

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Business women encouraged to take up free training With more than a third of Australian small businesses now headed by females, the NSW Government is encouraging more women to take up free training to grow their enterprises. The $5.9M Women in Business initiative is offering free TAFE NSW online learning for women running small businesses, micro-businesses, or start-ups. New courses have been

added including Building a Professional Brand, Better Business Writing, Effective Time Management Techniques and others. Minister for Skills and Tertiary Education, Geoff Lee, said many female business owners were using skills from the program to turn challenges into opportunities. “The fact many businesswomen have found ways to grow their business at such a challenging time is

testament to their entrepreneurial spirit and hard work,” he said. “The NSW Government, through TAFE NSW, is fostering the talents of the state’s women in business by offering practical skills and knowledge to boost their business.” Recent TAFE NSW research of 1,003 female small business owners found more than 69 per cent had explored new opportunities for their business during COVID.

The program also includes access to a range of online learning topics, advice from leading Australian female entrepreneurs, as well as workshops. Minister for Finance and Small Business, Damien Tudehope, said the pandemic has forced many businesses to pivot their operating model. “While COVID has clearly been a challenging time for businesses, it’s also provided an opportunity for many to

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Over $900,000 federal funding for mobile health clinic The Federal Government is supporting people across the Central Coast who experience homelessness with $945,000 in funding for the Health on the Streets (HoTS) program. HoTS is a mobile health clinic for people experiencing homelessness, taking healthcare and support services to people who sleep rough. Federal Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks, said HoTS have been vital in providing medical health services to some of the most vulnerable in our community. “This is the only service on the Central Coast to take medical health services directly to the people who need them most. “HoTS has been particularly important during the COVID-19 pandemic, with the team detecting five active COVID-19 cases in our community and administering vaccinations to over 33 clients. “This is what impresses me most about this program and why I fought so hard to get the funding needed for this

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wonderful service. “The program works to ensure that when it comes to vital healthcare across the Central Coast, no one misses out,” Wicks said. In the last 12 months, the HoTS team has had over 1,300 clinical interventions, helped to link over 100 people to ongoing GP-led care, and conducted

around 900 referrals to other health services. In that time period HoTS outreach workers have assisted 30 people to be permanently housed, with an additional 33 people assisted to attain various temporary accommodation options. Representative from Coast and Country Primary Care

(CCPC) said CCPC is extremely appreciative of the support for the HoTS team from Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks. CPCC CEO, Kathy Beverly, said “the HoTS team is an extraordinary team with a passion and commitment for helping some of the Central Coast’s most vulnerable people in their times of critical need.

“We also have a fantastic partnership with our hubs including Coast Shelter [Gosford] and Mary Mac’s Place [Woy Woy] who we work with to ensure we can provide access to services for as many people as possible,” Beverly said. HoTS also does an assertive outreach with the Uniting

Doorways Connector’s Response Team, offering practical support and advice to clients who are sleeping rough. The aim is to link clients to services who can assist them in finding suitable, affordable and sustainable accommodation and when required, provide ongoing case work and case management to ensure that accommodation provided is sustainable. The HoTS team of registered nurses provides comprehensive health assessment including Primary Health, Public and Sexual Health, Mental Health and Drug and Alcohol services. Operations Manager of Coast Shelter, Mark Trevaskis, said “working in partnership with HoTS and other essential services is critical to providing quality supports to members of our community. “Indeed, if we’re not working in unison, people fall through the gaps, and the outcomes for the individual and our community can be devastating,” Trevaskis said. Source: Media release, Nov 12 Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks

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Gala event to raise awareness of criminal nature of domestic violence The Central Coast Domestic Violence Committee Incorporated (CCDVC Inc) has called on the whole community to help tackle the endemic problem of violence and abuse against women and children on the Coast by supporting their first gala dinner on December 11. Police are routinely the first responders to domestic violence incidents and Cochair of CCDVC Inc,. Sharon Wilkinson, is Northern Region Domestic and Family Violence Coordinator for the NSW Police. “The key issue for NSW Police and its Domestic Violence officers is that on the Central Coast we are responding to over 600 domestic violence incidents a month, and if we break it down, on average domestic violence physical assaults are over 100 per month,” Wilkinson said. “The volume coming to police is a great thing because people are reporting but the numbers are just devastating. “As a community we want to decrease the violence so those numbers can come down for the victims and police. “It is about crime intervention and prevention and it is about the community stepping up and taking responsibility. “We don’t really know why we have seen an increase in reporting. “It could be increased awareness to report as a result of the work we have been doing; it could be about proactive policing in domestic and family violence,” she said. “The key message for the CCDVC is that by bringing Grace Tame to the Coast and bringing organisations together we hope to encourage

continued collaborative partnerships that will bring about change in our community in behaviour towards women and children. “It all comes down to people’s attitudes towards each other and it all comes down to what is a healthy relationship and what abuse is,” Wilkinson said. Vice Chair of CCDVC and retired lecturer in human services including gendered violence, Sharon Walsh, said the dinner was originally planned as part of the Central Coast Connexions domestic violence committee’s conference which had to be cancelled due to COVID-19. Hosting the dinner and securing Australian of the Year, Grace Tame, as keynote speaker is CCDVC’s way of inviting all agencies, organisations and individuals with an interest in tackling domestic violence to come together for the cause, Walsh said. “Grace’s story is confronting and inspiring but it is her advocacy in this area and to me, as one of the CCDVC women who like many others have been working in and around this sector for many years, we see Grace as one of the very exciting, forward thinking young people who are going to be around long after us focusing on these issues and taking these issues forward. “When I listen to Grace and other young people who come to our committee I think the future is in very good hands,” she said. CCDVC Inc has been around now for more than 20 years and is an incorporated group which represents member agencies who work in the space of domestic and family

violence and abuse. “The current executive team is very focused on supporting the sector and campaigns that will be consistently and constantly moving this issue forward in the community,” Walsh said. “We work with everyone who is interested in moving this issue forward including politicians and businesses. “The issue is violence against women and children and also men but for us the primary Sharon Walsh

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More fun, less stuff. Looking for experiential gift ideas? Gift Ideas: • 8 week community drumming & mindfulness course - next course starts February 2022 in Terrigal. All levels are welcome with drums supplied (or BYO). • Team drumming celebration prices start at $15 per head • A frican drums $90 - $260 For booking & enquiries: inrhythm.com.au Central Coast Surf Academy gift vouchers Central Coast Surf Academy (CCSA) is run by former professional surfer Amee Donohoe, who was ranked 5th in the world during her career. She now teaches alongside a team of hand selected professional and qualified coaches from around the Central Coast.

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It’s a co-creative experience, suitable for beginners and more experienced participants, with the option of flying solo or bringing a partner. A team of 5 facilitators including Zoe Braithwaite, Mathieu C, Justin Wolfheart, Simon BorgOlivier and Cassie Diane will support participants to achieve feats they previously considered impossible. “It was the most fun weekend we have had for more than a year. And it was the best Acroyoga teaching I have ever received over the last 35 years of working with partner based balancing exercises - thanks again Zoe” (Simon Borg-Olivier) For more info and to purchase tickets, contact Zoe. acrolife.com. au/getaways/ InRhythm drumming & mindfulness programs Central Coast local, Tim Orgias is the Director of InRhythm and his passionate interest in the healing power of rhythm, group drumming and meditation spans over 20 years. This along with his extensive research into the therapeutic benefits of meditative drumming has seen InRhythm enjoy success within a broad range of service areas in the field of Health & Wellness. Within the drumming programs, participants learn a series of very accessible rhythms that lock together to create an incredible synergy between the group. Once this is achieved, the experience is

opened up to encourage a spontaneous creative flow. Whilst the process is light-hearted and incredibly fun – it’s also powerfully therapeutic. The therapeutic effects of ‘drumming meditation’ The act of playing a hand drum is quite often a form of meditation, due to the level of focus and concentration involved. Put simply, ‘drumming meditation’ is the art of doing this deliberately and consciously. Many people find it easier to achieve a meditative state – and all the associated benefits – than with traditional meditation techniques, because concentration often comes much more easily. Drumming and meditation both have large bodies of research highlight numerous therapeutic effects. Both have been shown to integrate various parts of the brain and a number of studies have shown that drummers have higher cognitive function and problem-solving ability compared to control groups. In one study, group drumming over just six weeks was shown to improve mood and decrease work-related burnout. Community drumming is a vehicle that can stimulate creativity, foster team spirit, promote healing and enhance general wellbeing and quality of life. Drumming can boost energy levels, release stored tension and is well known to reduce patterns of depression and anxiety.

CCSA run all types of lessons from complete beginners through to elite & high-performance surfing and catering for children and adults alike. Whether you are learning to surf or have world title aspirations, CCSA is well-equipped to help achieve any goals you might have. Their programs are a great gift idea for kids during the holiday season – they provide friendly surf instruction for children of all ages with fun school holiday programs. They also offer ladies-only surfing programs as well as mixed adult groups for all ages and levels. Their lessons are accessible along all parts of the coast, currently running in Avoca, Terrigal, Toowoon Bay, Shelly Beach, Wamberal, MacMasters and Copacabana. CCSA also teach skating at various local skate parks around the coast, so if anyone in the family is keen to improve their skills in this area, their gift vouchers provide a great option to do this. Lessons start at $40 for groups and more information can be found on their website: centralcoastsurfacademy.com We have so many wonderful small businesses here on the coast offering something truly unique, so consider supporting them and shopping local this holiday season. Stay tuned for more local gift ideas and recipes over the coming weeks.

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Kindergarten to Year 2 first to move to new syllabus Implementation of the state’s new English and Mathematics syllabuses will begin on the Central Coast next year, with all schools to be teaching them from 2023 starting with students in Kindergarten and years One and Two. Premier Dominic Perrottet said the changes followed the first comprehensive review in more than 30-years. “One of the most important

things a government can do is provide a quality education and reform was needed to bring our curriculum into the 21st century,” Perrottet said. “The new approach will ensure our youngest learners are provided with a solid foundation to grow from, with a focus on literacy and numeracy skills.” Minister for Education and Early Childhood Learning Sarah Mitchell said for the first time the curriculum is completely online and comes with explicit

teaching examples. “We heard clearly from teachers that navigating syllabuses was unnecessarily

arduous,” Mitchell said. “The new online curriculum removes ambiguity for teachers and comes with explicit

teaching advice on an online platform. “This will be particularly helpful for early-career teachers.” Changes in the new K to 2 English and Mathematics syllabuses include: simple, concise language which identifies key knowledge and skills; easy access and navigation on a new digital platform; clear expectations on student reading progression; renewed focus on handwriting; new supports for students with

significant intellectual disability; emphasis on ‘reasoning’ in mathematics; and advanced counting strategies. The new Digital Curriculum platform will see a $13.6M NSW Government investment and the new syllabuses are available at curriculum.nsw. edu.au. Source: Media release, Nov 15 NSW Government

Step towards one psychologist per 500 students welcomed Central Coast Council P&C (CCCP&C) has welcomed an announcement that the Federal Government is considering introducing a ratio of one psychologist per 500 students in schools amid concerns for the mental health of the region’s schoolchildren. CCCP&C spokesperson, Sharryn Brownlee, said there were not enough school counsellors to support children, with more promised by the State Government. “Hopefully, with the support of the recent Federal Government committee recommendations adding extra pressure, we will finally get the ratio needed to help ensure children are safe and supported,” Brownlee said. “The stress on children and

young people has been increased due to COVID and multiple lockdowns. “There is also more stress at home for families and at school for students and staff; this in turn places extra stress and creates even bigger issues for the counsellors to deal with when finally a child can get an appointment. “The wait to see a counsellor is unacceptable for young people at risk, and as there are still not the counsellors needed, governments must do more to ensure there are more employed, more stay working for them and the counsellors themselves do not suffer burnout. “CCCP&C is concerned that with the pressures of juggling multiple cases and continually being short staffed, trained staff have been leaving the

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system and then children and families are unable to access the support they desperately need. “There is no better place to support a child then in the school they attend. “Many were concerned the dual employment solution with both counsellors and psychologists might raise

issues. “More needed to be done to recruit and maintain counselling staff, as many reviews continue to show. “Inequity is always an issue; staffing needs to be sorted so children do not continue to suffer.” Brownlee said teachers and parents were trying to fill the

gaps in counselling shortfalls. “Trained experts are what is needed to save lives,” she said. The Public Sector Association (PSA) said a lack of recognition of psychologists’ qualifications in the education system was leading to a high churn in the workforce. “There is a mental health crisis in NSW schools and the best people to help kids are school psychologists,” PSA General Secretary, Stewart Little, said. “But currently, because of ongoing job insecurity and poor conditions, there’s a revolving door of psychologists though schools and kids are missing out.” The PSA has called on the NSW Department of Education to develop a new award. “Currently school counsellors,

who are former teachers and have some psychological training, have access to school holidays and greater flexibility within in the system – conditions school psychologists can’t access,” Little said. “School psychologists aren’t asking for more money or better conditions than their colleagues – they just want working conditions that fairly represent the work they do within the school environment.” Recently, the Federal Parliamentary Select Committee on Mental Health and Suicide Prevention released 44 recommendations to improve the mental health system, which is at “a tipping point”, including introducing a student to psychologist ratio of one to 500. Terry Collins

Humpback Highway Watch Ronny Ling and his Central Coast Dolphin Project and Central Coast Newspapers have combined to bring you a regular Humpback Highway report in each edition of this newspaper. This year we have had a wonderful migration of humpback whales to enjoy, both when they were travelling north, and bringing their new calves south. We were also lucky to have had at least one southern right whale, with her calf, visit the

Central Coast. Seals have also been plentiful with the seal colony at Barrenjoey Head at present having 8 seals still there. We still have seals at Norah Head, Terrigal, Copacabana and in Brisbane Water. Our dolphins have been plentiful, with both our local bottlenose dolphin pods, and transient common dolphin pods turning up all season, and they will continue to do so through the warmer months. Central Coast Dolphin Project will be continuing on our dolphin whale and seal research through

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summer and will be holding workshops for people to learn more about our amazing local marine mammals, and how to help them. There are still whales passing at the moment, so its still a great opportunity to get out and see what you can see. Sightings this week have come in from Killcare Heights, Broken Bay and Putty Beach. If you’re planning to go whale watching, remember to comply with Health Regulations and police/government directions.

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LAT 33° 51’ S - LONG 151° 14’ E - TIME ZONE - 1000 Times and Heights(m) of high and low waters

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Southern Spirit achieve first win of the season

Round four of the CCCA Men’s First Grade competition saw wins to Southern Spirit, Wyong, Terrigal Matcham and The Entrance, whilst the match between Warnervale and Kincumber Avoca was unable to be played due to a wet wicket. At Harry Moore, an unbeaten 116 run partnership between Lachlan Cork and Daniel Friend guided Southern Spirit to their first win of the year defeating Northern Power by eight wickets. Batting first, Northern Power recovered from 5/67 to reach a very competitive 6/186 from their 40 overs courtesy of 60 from Ben Gillies and 49 not out from Brett Lenton, with the pair putting on a 99 run partnership for the sixth wicket. Ethan Jones was excellent with the new ball for Southern Spirit taking the first three Power wickets on his way to 3/32. In reply, Shane Higgins, 32 and Laurence Legge 22, got Southern Spirit off to a good start, before Cork and Friend completed the job. Cork continued his excellent start to the season finishing

with 66 whilst Daniel Friend made a welcome return to form with 59 which included four fours and a six. Wyong again flexed their muscles with a convincing 121 run win over the previously unbeaten Brisbane Water at Baker Park. The win, which included a bonus point, saw Wyong extend their lead at the top of the table. Batting first after winning the toss, Wyong immediately gained the ascendancy with a 79-run opening stand between OllieThompson and Michael Leard, both 47. From this platform the strong Wyong batting line-up was able to put pressure on the Brisbane Water attack and Jordan Liddle 60, Hayden Murphy 28 and Joey Liddle 21 capitalised to take their side to 8/243 at the end of their 40 overs. Eric Denhartog, Alex Searle and Ben Shelley each took two wickets for Brisbane Water. Brisbane Water’s chase never materialised, and they were dismissed for 134 with skipper Shaun Eaton top scoring with 33. NSW/ACT Country Under 19’s spinner, Harry Townsend, was outstanding taking 3/8 from eight overs whilst veteran,

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The final game between Warnervale and Kincumber Avoca was unable to be played due to the wicket at Woongarrah Oval being too wet from the mid-week rain. Round five will commence on November 20 with Terrigal facing Wyong at Duffys Rd,

Southern Spirit will battle The Entrance at Col Gooley Field No.1, Northern Power will fight Warnervale at Harry Moore Oval One, Narara will face Brisbane Water at Fagan Park and Lisarow will battle Kincumber at Sohier Park No1. Harry Mulholland

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Central Coast Pro returns in March

Molly Picklum accepting the Central Coast Pro Championship, March 2021

SURFING The World Surf League’s (WSL) 2022 competitive calendar for the Australian Summer-Autumn season will include 13 events between February and May, including the return of the Central Coast Pro from March 14-16. This Qualifying Series (QS) contest at Avoca Beach will have 3,000 points on offer, commencing after four 1,000

point events at Phillip Island, Pacific Palms, Port Stephens and Maroubra; preceding two 5,000 point events on the Tweed Coast and finally in Newcastle. As QS points are the sole tender toward Challenger Series (CS) participation, the Central Coast Pro will be hotly contested by a mix of Australia and New Zealand’s best surfers and may also open itself to local wildcard entries. It may even prompt the return

of Shelly Beach surfer, Molly Picklum, to reclaim her 2021 Championship, or that of Avoca Beach surfer, Macy Callaghan, who this year finished runnerup. Picklum, Callaghan and Avoca’s Wade Carmichael remain active in the current 2021 CS in the hopes of qualifying for the top-level Championship Tour (CT). If successful, they may avoid their home town Pro and focus instead on the Australian CT

Molly Picklum winning the Central Coast Pro Championship, March 2021

events: the Pro Bells Beach, Victoria from April 10-20 and the Margaret River Pro, WA from April 24 to May 4. The 2022 CS will also travel the east coast, stopping for the Gold Coast Pro, Coolangatta from May 7 to 15 and the Sydney Surf Pro, Manly from May 17 to 24. Four Pro Junior events will begin with the Lake Mac Pro Junior in Newcastle, March 1213 and end with the Sydney Surf Pro Junior in Manly, May

14-16, with the Tweed and Gold Coasts hosting junior events from March 21-23 and May 4-6. WSL APAC General Manager, Andrew Stark, was happy to herald in what will be the biggest consecutive run of WSL events globally in nearly three years. “We had a good run of events earlier this year and are excited for even more action in the Summer and Autumn months of 2022,” Stark said.

“The spread across multiple tours is unprecedented with multiple junior, qualifying, Challenger Series and Championship Tour events taking place across four states in four months. “It’s going to be an exciting time not only for competitors, but for surf fans here in Australia and watching live around the world.” Source: Media release, Nov 16 World Surf League

Macy Callaghan competing in the Central Coast Pro Championship, March 2021