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Serious objections raised to SDA Church at Tumbi Umbi he relaxed rural lifestyle of residents of six rural dwellings in a small cul-de-sac at Tumbi Umbi is under threat from a large development proposed by the Seventh Day Adventist Church, according to Wyong Shire Ratepayers and Residents Association.

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The Church wants to amalgamate its congregations from Erina and The Entrance into one larger facility.

Proposed is a 400-seat church with a meeting hall/function centre, large commercial kitchen and six Sabbath School classrooms.

Also proposed are internal roads and a car park for over 90 vehicles.

“The scale of the proposed buildings is such that all the houses in Kyte Place could easily fit inside its building footprint,” said a resident of the cul-de-sac Mr Brett Little.

“And that doesn’t include the extra 5,000m2 of car parking.”

The real rub for local residents is that neither a ‘place of public worship’ nor a ‘function centre’ are permissible in an E4 (Environmental Living) zoning anywhere in NSW or under Wyong Shire’s current LEP - gazetted in December 2013.

Under council’s former LEP, dating back to 1991, non-residential uses were permissible in a 7c zoning (small rural residential holdings), subject to

consent, if ‘unlikely to detract from the scenic quality of rural lands’ and if ‘compatible with rural residential development’.

Local residents contend that commercial development that is five times larger than surrounding houses and much higher is incompatible with the quiet ambience of a rural cul-de-sac.

They claim that extensive clearing for this large building and car park would detract from the scenic quality of the area and should not be given consent.

“Even in six houses combined, local residents do not have parking for 100 vehicles, or have 400 to 500 friends over every Saturday, or have 17 toilets or a commercial kitchen,” said Wyong Shire Ratepayers and Residents Association president Mr Kevin Armstrong.

“Both the elevation to Bellevue Rd and Kyte Place are around 50m with the roof of the church rising to over 9m, far larger than any local residence.

“About 48 mature

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trees, many 15-18m high, will be removed within the building-carpark footprint, destroying a significant corridor between Forresters and Tumbi Umbi wetlands and severely detracting from the scenic value of what the applicants described as a site with ‘high flora biodiversity’.

“Other anticipated problems include noise - with up to 800 people opening and closing car doors, talking, playing music and singing and stormwater disposal from an additional 6,000 m2 of ‘hardstand’ roof/ car park into an already inadequate system.

“In a two hour period on Saturday, traffic will increase from the current four traffic movements in Kyte Place to 194 movements, a 4,850% increase.

“Onsite disposal of an estimated 7,500 litres of effluent per week onto a small grassed area with underlying clay soils is likely to cause problems - especially as run-off will flow into adjoining properties and wetlands.

“This development is not permissible under

Residents concerned about the development

Wyong’s current LEP. “This development is only permissible if council considers it under a now repealed 23 year-old LEP - it’s hard to see why council

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would want to look so far backwards rather than use the new LEP - which was unanimously endorsed by all councillors and the NSW Department of Planning and

Infrastructure,” said Mr Armstrong.

Media release, 15 Apr 2014 Kevin Armstrong, Wyong Shire Ratepayers and Residents Association

ICAC to hear from local MPs

entral Coast Liberal MPs under investigation as part of Operation Spicer will be heard by ICAC in the week commencing Monday, May 12.

Member for The Entrance Ms Chris Spence, Member for Wyong Mr Darren Webber and Member for Terrigal Mr Chris Hartcher are being investigated as part of

allegations that they were involved in corruptly soliciting, receiving or concealing payments in return for having their interests favoured.

The ICAC inquiry

will then adjourn for three months to allow investigators to follow further leads and gather fresh information before resuming.

Cec Bucello, 8 May 2014

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Traffic lights considered for Wellington St intersection Gosford Council has commissioned consultants to undertake a Transport Management and Accessibility Plan within the Umina Beach Village Centre.

The plan will be based on traffic counts and an analysis of the intersection of Wellington St and Ocean Beach Rd as well as the intersection of Wellington St and Trafalgar Ave. It will examine whether the Wellington St and Ocean Beach Rd intersection should be upgraded to signals.

The decision was made after council received a petition with 445 signatures from residents who said they regularly crossed Wellington St. Petitioners stated that turning traffic from Trafalgar Ave and

The Wellington St and Trafalgar Ave intersection at Umina

Bullion St, made it impossible to cross Wellington St safely.

The petitioners said Alfred St and Wellington St formed a cross street with the lane which was an extremely busy pedestrian access which serviced as far as Neptune St. The petition was supported

by documentation showing the number of residents seeking safe access across Wellington St and the number of vehicle movements.

Once the investigation is complete further advice will be provided to petitioners.

Gosford Council agenda GEN.15, 22 Apr 2014

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motorcycle gang and one man who was a nominee of the club, were spoken to at the scene before police closed the premises.

Three of the men were issued traffic infringement notices and had their vehicles defected as they left the scene.

Police from Brisbane Water Local Area Command are continuing investigations with action expected to be taken for alleged breaches of the Environmental Planning and Protection Act. Strike Force Raptor was established by State Crime Command’s Gangs Squad in 2009.

NSW Police describes the strike force as “a proactive and high-impact operation targeting outlaw motorcycle gangs and any associated criminal enterprises”.

Media release, 12 Apr 2014 NSW Police Media

“These results are an important milestone in the rollout of the National Broadband Network.

“NBN Co said that this trial has demonstrated that existing technologies such as the copper network have a vital role to play in

delivering high speed broadband to Australians.”

She said: “It will be faster, cheaper and more reliable for taxpayers.”

“Umina is one of the first two locations in Australia to be involved in testing how we can overcome some of the technology limitations.”

Meanwhile, 2800 residents in Koolewong, Tascott and Point Clare will get fibre to their home.

Ms Wicks said construction had begun as part of “the Coalition Government’s efforts to speed up the NBN rollout … for

residents and businesses on the Central Coast”.

The slower fibre-to-the-node technology trial was conducted recently by NBN Co engineers in Umina.

Engineers installed a VDSL modem in a shopfront and connected the copper telephone line to a node cabinet in the street 100m away, according to Ms Wicks.

The node cabinet, which has been erected alongside a Telstra pillar, converts electrical currents transmitted over traditional copper wires into pulses of light

Chamber seeks rollout date The Peninsula Chamber of Commerce is increasing pressure on the Federal Government to have high speed broadband available in the commercial areas of the Peninsula.

“The business community on the Peninsula is still waiting for confirmation as to when our retail centres will be connected to high speed broadband,” said Peninsula Chamber of Commerce president Mr Matthew Wales.

“Whilst it’s good new to see the NBN rollout happening in

residential zones, it is business and commerce that desperately need better internet access, higher download capability and better speeds.

“Commercial centres like Woy Woy are prime targets for high speed broadband access with a number of technology companies located in the town centre.

“If we are to encourage more of these high value companies and businesses to the Peninsula, then we need NBN sooner rather than later.

“The Chamber is eagerly awaiting the result of the trial NBN rollout in Umina Beach

with the expectation that the technology trial will result in a quicker rollout on the Peninsula,” said Mr Wales.

Mr Wales welcomed the announcement by Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks that the NBN network would be rolled out to 2800 residents in Point Clare, Koolewong and Tascott over the coming months.

“This is good news and demonstrates that the Federal Government is getting on with the job”, he said.

Media release, 15 Apr 2014 Matthew Wales, Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

that can travel over optical fibres.

Once active, the next step will see NBN Co invite retail service providers to participate in a limited fibre-to-the-node end-user trial in these locations.

This limited term trial will test the delivery and end user experience of high speed broadband via fibre-to-the-node to a small number of premises at each location.

The results of the technology trial bolster the findings of the NBN Co Strategic Review, which found that the NBN could be rolled out faster and at a much

lower cost by using a mix of technologies.

“The Government’s changes to the NBN rollout will save $32 billion, will see upgrades delivered four years sooner than under Labor and avoid internet retail bills increasing by up to $43 a month,” said Ms Wicks.

Suburbs and towns with the worst broadband service will get priority under NBN Co’s rollout strategy.

Media release, 29 Apr 2014 Tim Sowden, Office of Lucy Wicks MP

Call for full results The NBN Co should publish the full results of its Umina trial, according to local broadband campaigner Mr David Abrahams.

“I welcome the trial as it adds to the research and development in the field and may lead to future opportunities for certain areas,” he said.

“All this ‘faster, cheaper’ nonsense talk is not helping anyone.

“What helps is up-front information.”

Mr Abrahams welcomed the announcement that Tascott and Koolewong would receive “fibre-tothe-premises”.

However, he said that if “fibre-

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to-the-node” was rolled out across the Peninsula, “the Peninsula will be compromised in comparison to Gosford and surrounds”.

“The cold fact remains that fibre-to-the-node is a compromise technology that represents a significant downgrade of the regional investment that was previously planned and published.

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undreds of Central Coast locals paid tribute to Australian servicemen and women, from all wars and conflicts, at ANZAC Day services in the Gosford LGA on Friday, April 25.

Senator for NSW Deborah O’Neill said ANZAC Day is an opportunity for all Australians to pay tribute to the men and women who have served our nation in wars, conflicts and on peacekeeping operations.

“It is also a day for us to recall the terrible cost of war and the precious lives lost by those who defended us and the values we share as Australians who believe in

democracy, in freedom, and in equality.”

Senator O’Neill said ANZAC Day is one of the most important dates in our commemorative calendar.

“We give our eternal gratitude to the sailors, soldiers, airmen and women, past and present, who have given so much for us, in this century and the last.

“This year is the first year

where all our servicemen and women who served in Afghanistan will be back with us.

“As they settle back in to life at home after many honourable tours of duty, we reflect on their sacrifice and remember those lost in that conflict.”

Media release, 24 Apr 2014 Richard Mehrtens, office of Deborah O’Neill

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donations from developers and other entities into a slush fund worth up to $400,000.

Under laws introduced by former Premier O’Farrell, these donations are illegal.

“If these allegations are correct, they are completely unacceptable, they are against the law, and they fall well below what the community deserves from their elected officials.

“This is looking like a root and branch issue of corruption in the Liberal Party, not just a matter of one or two incidents, but an established and organised activity to subvert the Liberal Party’s own donations laws.

“The Central Coast deserves a better deal than having four out of six Liberal Members of Parliament called into ICAC,” Senator O’Neill said.

“Chris Hartcher, Darren Webber, and Chris Spence faced questions concerning whether they corruptly solicited, received, and

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enator for NSW Deborah O’Neill has described evidence provided ovided at the ICAC hearing on April 28 as an unacceptable abuse of the public trust.

“It is only day one and the State Liberals have already lost another senior member of their government.

“After losing a Premier to corruption allegations only two weeks ago, and Chris Hartcher resigning in December last year under the same cloud, it’s about time that the alleged activities of this government were investigated,” Senator O’Neill said.

The hearing into Operation Spicer began on Monday, April 28, in Sydney with assertions already mounting against a number of senior Liberal Party figures.

“These allegations go right to the core of the Liberal Party and speak volumes about what they see as their role in government”, Senator O’Neill said.

Information provided to the hearing contends that senior Liberal Party figures have used private connections to big business and lobbyists to funnel

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Police claim closure of outlaw motorcycle gang clubhouse

Officers attached to Strike Force Raptor conducted a search warrant at the “clubhouse” in Mutu St at 9:30pm on Friday, April 11.

They were assisted by police from Brisbane Water Local Area Command, the Police Rescue Squad and the Dog Unit.

During the search, police allegedly located an amount of cash as well as documents, ledgers and “outlaw motorcycle gang paraphernalia”.

They also seized bottles of alcohol, the bar, including fridges, tables, chairs, and a pool table.

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ts from concealed payments eturn for various sources in return back room support in deals for their mates. erves to “The Coast deserves out what know the truth about went on at these Liberal Party fundraisers,”” said Senator O’Neill. reemier em “Former Liberal Pre Premier rought Barry O’Farrell b brought attio ati at ion’s io in some of the nat nation’s onations ons ns toughest political donations orruption laws to stamp out corruption in NSW, but alreadyy he has been taken down by these laws for not declaringg having received expensive gifts.

“Now, Central Coast residents have to watch as four of their local Liberal d about MPs are questioned their roles in allegedly ules and dodging these new rules nations. accepting illegal donations.

“Anyone found to have acted corruptly deserves to face the full forcee of the law,” said Senator O’Neill.

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consent, if ‘unlikely to detract from the scenic quality of rural lands’ and if ‘compatible with rural residential development’.

Local residents contend that commercial development that is five times larger than surrounding houses and much higher is incompatible with the quiet ambience of a rural cul-de-sac.

They claim that extensive clearing for this large building and car park would detract from the scenic quality of the area and should not be given consent.

“Even in six houses combined, local residents do not have parking for 100 vehicles, or have 400 to 500 friends over every Saturday, or have 17 toilets or a commercial kitchen,” said Wyong Shire Ratepayers and Residents Association president Mr Kevin Armstrong.

“Both the elevation to Bellevue Rd and Kyte Place are around 50m with the roof of the church rising to over 9m, far larger than any local residence.

“About 48 mature

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Media statement, 1 May 2014 David Abrahams, Killcare

trees, many 15-18m high, will be removed within the building-carpark footprint, destroying a significant corridor between Forresters and Tumbi Umbi wetlands and severely detracting from the scenic value of what the applicants described as a site with ‘high flora biodiversity’.

“Other anticipated problems include noise - with up to 800 people opening and closing car doors, talking, playing music and singing and stormwater disposal from an additional 6,000 m2 of ‘hardstand’ roof/ car park into an already inadequate system.

“In a two hour period on Saturday, traffic will increase from the current four traffic movements in Kyte Place to 194 movements, a 4,850% increase.

“Onsite disposal of an estimated 7,500 litres of effluent per week onto a small grassed area with underlying clay soils is likely to cause problems - especially as run-off will flow into adjoining properties and wetlands.

“This development is not permissible under

Residents concerned about the development

Wyong’s current LEP. “This development is only permissible if council considers it under a now repealed 23 year-old LEP - it’s hard to see why council

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would want to look so far backwards rather than use the new LEP - which was unanimously endorsed by all councillors and the NSW Department of Planning and

Infrastructure,” said Mr Armstrong.

Media release, 15 Apr 2014 Kevin Armstrong, Wyong Shire Ratepayers and Residents Association

ICAC to hear from local MPs

entral Coast Liberal MPs under investigation as part of Operation Spicer will be heard by ICAC in the week commencing Monday, May 12.

Member for The Entrance Ms Chris Spence, Member for Wyong Mr Darren Webber and Member for Terrigal Mr Chris Hartcher are being investigated as part of

allegations that they were involved in corruptly soliciting, receiving or concealing payments in return for having their interests favoured.

The ICAC inquiry

will then adjourn for three months to allow investigators to follow further leads and gather fresh information before resuming.

Cec Bucello, 8 May 2014

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Robertson calls on Baird to keep the Liberal’s promise on Wallarah 2

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SW Labor have called on new Liberal Premier Mike Baird to in decision making by Liberal powerbroker keep the Liberal’s promise to stop the Wallarah 2 coal mine.

Opposition Leader John Robertson was joined by Labor Candidate for Swansea in Budgewoi on Thursday, April 24, to reaffirm Labor’s commitment to stopping the Wallarah 2 mine.

Last month, Barry O’Farrell was forced to resign in chaotic circumstances for misleading ICAC – leaving the Liberal Government in disarray and with a new Premier after only three years in office.

Mr Robertson said the new Premier Mike Baird had an opportunity to stand up and keep the Liberal’s commitment to the Coast to prevent the mine proceeding –

and support legislation introduced by Labor that would see Wallarah 2 not proceed.

Labor’s bill will protect certain land at Wyong from mining and miningrelated activities by prohibiting the granting, renewing or modification of licences, leases, claims and authorities that allow persons to prospect for, and mine, minerals and petroleum on that land.

Labor candidate for Swansea Ms Yasmin Catley said: “Labor rejected this proposal before the 2011 election and stands by that commitment.”

The Department of Planning recommended approval for the contentious underground

coal mine in February this year, despite an unequivocal pre-election guarantee that the project would never go ahead under the Liberal Government.

Before the election, the former Premier famously donned a T-Shirt with the slogan “Water, Not Coal”, and told a rally on the Central Coast that ‘’the next Liberal National government will ensure mining cannot occur here; will ensure that mining cannot occur in any water catchment area … No ifs, no buts. A guarantee”.

ICAC is currently holding public hearings regarding alleged fund raising irregularities and buying influence

and former Resources Minister Chris Hartcher, Liberal MP for Wyong, Darren Webber, and Liberal Member for The Entrance, Chris Spence.

The hearings will include allegations involving Liberal fundraiser Nick Di Girolamo – who also acted as a lobbyist for the Wallarah 2 mine proposal.

“Labor stands ready with legislation to once again stop the mine.

“It is yet to be seen if Premier Baird has the same determination to keep the Liberal’s promise,” Mr Robertson said.

Media release, 24 Apr 2014 John Robertson, NSW Opposition Leader

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Tiling replacement underway along the Boulevarde at The Entrance yong Council is currently replacing tiling along the boulevard at The Entrance from Dening St to Ocean Pde in an effort to improving the retail amenity of the area.

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Tuggerah Lakes system inspected

embers of the Tuggerah Lakes Estuary, Coastal and Floodplain Management Committee and Wyong Shire Councillors spent the morning of Wednesday, May 7, touring the Tuggerah Contract and project 6:30am-9pm Monday to accessible at normal Lakes system in an effort to better understand the issues affecting the trading hours throughout lakes. management manager Saturday.

Mr Robert Fulcher said the works were essential to providing a safe and attractive environment which in turn would be good for businesses and patrons.

“We are laying attractive, durable and slip-resistant tiles made of exfoliated granite,” Mr Fulcher said.

“Local businesses have been very supportive and we will be communicating with property owners and stakeholders before and during the construction period.

“Due to the nature of the works, some noise and dust will occur in the first two weeks but the tiling itself is relatively quiet.”

This project is stage two of a full replacement and upgrade program costing around $600,000.

Work on the 245m long strip began on Tuesday, April 22, and will finish in July.

Bayview Mall next to the cinema will also be upgraded and modernised.

The demolition of the existing tiles will be carried out between

Several Tuckeroo trees will also be removed due to poor health and to reduce risk to passing motor vehicles.

Council will seek to minimise any disturbances to local business and pedestrians and shops will be

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Stage one of the project was completed last financial year and involved retiling the section of footpath near KFC and the vacant ‘Key Site’ area.

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The tour visited a number of key sites in the three lakes – Tuggerah Lake, Budgewoi Lake and Lake Munmorah - to get a full appreciation of recent and upcoming works.

Wyong Shire mayor Cr Doug Eaton said the tour was an important way for the councillors and committee members to see what was happening in the lakes in real time.

“The lakes are a key part of our Shire’s identity and such an important resource for so many in our community,” said Cr Eaton.

“This is a rare opportunity for us as councillors and committee members to actually get out on the water and get a better understanding of the condition of the lakes.

“Having a first-hand look at the issues in our lakes, the pressures on it, and the works done or underway really gave us a better understanding of where to go from here and will help us make decisions

in the future.”

Council’s director of infrastructure and operations Mr Greg McDonald said the results of the recent works in and around the lakes were obvious as the tour progressed.

“Quite a few of the tour participants remarked on how good the lakes were looking, which really is a direct result of the hard work Council has put in,” Mr McDonald said.

“We completed a huge amount of work between 2008 and 2013, with help from the Federal Government, as part of our Estuary Management program.

“It included 37km of stream-bank works, 48 hectares of saltmarsh rehabilitation, 921 hectares of bush regeneration and 527 hectares of improved land management practices.

“In addition we conducted a large community engagement and education campaign, which was recently listed as one of three national finalists in the 2013 Government

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“This all laid the groundwork for the current focus, which is direct delivery of actions within the lakes, including stormwater improvement works, wrack harvesting, shoreline enhancement, and dredging.

“The wrack harvesting alone has removed 8,000 cubic metres of dead weed this year.”

Locations inspected by tour participants included: Lake Munmorah – a recently commenced shoreline enhancement project; Budgewoi Lake – potential sites for future channel and shoreline enhancement works, current wrack accumulation zones and possible mitigation strategies; and Tuggerah Lake – Ourimbah Creek mouth, The Entrance channel, and sites for future stormwater and shoreline improvement works.

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Surf Life Saving Clubs receive annual funding

2014 Wallarah 2 Community Foundation grant scheme increased to $100,000 allarah 2 is set to commit $100,000 into projects to beneďŹ t the Wyong community, increasing the allocated funds available under the 2014 Wallarah 2 Community Foundation grant scheme from $60,000 to $100,000.

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Surf club representatives receiving their cheques from mayor Cr Doug Eaton and deputy mayor Cr Lynne Webster

yong Shire’s Surf Life Saving Clubs received their annual funding from Wyong Council at a presentation made as part of the Lowering of the Flags ceremony at Toowoon Bay Beach on Sunday, April 27.

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Mayor Cr Doug Eaton said he was pleased to be able to present each club with a cheque for $9,000 – the annual contribution from council for the maintenance of surf club buildings. “The funding will help our local surf clubs continue to provide this essential service for our community,� mayor Cr Eaton said. “Last beach season, Wyong Shire’s lifesavers made 227 rescues, prevented more than 6,000 incidents from turning serious and put in nearly 35,000 volunteer man hours and I would like

to thank them for their efforts.�

At the ceremony council also gave $14,000 to Surf Life Saving Central Coast (SLSCC). “This funding enables SLSCC to work closely with council’s lifeguard service to improve work and rescue standards and purchase new equipment to complement the service our local clubs provide. “In next year’s draft budget, we are proposing to increase this important funding by $14,000 – that’s an additional $2,000 for each club and for SLSCC. “This extra funding will allow our clubs to provide

additional resources to continue to protect our community and save lives.�

Last month Soldiers Beach Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC) received a grant of $2,000 to purchase a water trampoline and an application by The Entrance North SLSC will be considered by council this month.

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With the application period for grants now closed, the Wallarah 2 Community Foundation was overwhelmed by submissions, with more than $185,000 in funding requested.

Twenty-three projects which aim to assist or benefit the environment, community wellbeing and educational outcomes within the Wyong Local Government Area were successful and will receive a share of the pool of funds.

In 2013 the Foundation presented nine grants in total.

Wallarah 2 Coal Project community manager Peter Smith said that Wallarah was thrilled to be able to partner with many more organisations this year, by supporting 23 valuable community initiatives that will offer real value to the region. “The calibre of applications was outstanding. “In fact, it was due to the high number of

quality applications this year that we decided to almost double the level of funding, in a bid to support as many of the projects as possible. “While the full list of successful applicants will be announced shortly, I can reveal there is a great mix of projects that will be allocated funding, from pre-schools and cultural initiatives to art schemes, mentoring and health programs – some of which may not have been able to get off the ground without the support of the Foundation. “We are committed to the Central Coast. “The Wallarah 2 Community Foundation provides an opportunity to invest in the future of the region, by helping to launch initiatives which aim to add long term value to Wyong and surrounding communities,� said Mr Smith.

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Member for Swansea named Assistant Speaker

Major upgrade work to the Norah Head boat ramp underway oaters will have improved access to Cabbage Tree Harbour by the end of this year with the commencement of major upgrade work to the Norah Head boat ramp on Monday, April 28.

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Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, The Hon. Shelley Hancock MP with Assistant Speaker Mr Garry Edwards

ember for Swansea Mr Garry Edwards has been named Assistant Speaker of the Legislative Assembly.

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Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, The Hon. Shelley Hancock MP, announced Mr Edwards’ appointment on Wednesday, May 7.

Mr Edwards will begin offering support to the Speaker during Legislative Assembly proceedings, effective immediately.

“It is an absolute

honour to have been offered the position of Assistant Speaker and I look forward to undertaking this very important role and providing further service to the NSW Parliament,” Mr Edwards said.

“I will do my utmost to maintain the already high standard of governance that has been maintained

by the Speaker, Shelley Hancock and her Deputy and assistants since 2011.

“I thank my parliamentary colleagues and Shelley for putting their faith in me and entrusting me with such a significant role.”

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he Community Environment Network (CEN) has now received legal advice on the dumping of over one million cubic metres of rubbish at Mangrove Mountain over the past 16 years.

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he Gosford Waterfront Development Control Plan (DCP) 2014 came into force on Friday, March 21, following approval by the director-general of Planning and Infrastructure.

The DCP builds upon the Gosford Waterfront’s new land use framework and provides detailed controls against which to assess future development applications.

It is based, where possible, on Gosford Council’s existing controls and particularly those already approved under the 2013 DCP. It outlines the more detailed planning provisions for the built form such as pedestrian amenity, access and environmental management for future development in the Gosford Waterfront and establishes controls for building setbacks and building separations to ensure high amenity.

Key features of the

DCP include enhanced pedestrian connectivity and high quality public domain.

According to the DCP, the vision for the Gosford Waterfront is to promote sustainable growth in a manner which will provide a catalyst for the wider revitalisation of the city centre.

“The Gosford Waterfront will be a vibrant and active mixed use precinct that will connect the Gosford City Centre to the Brisbane Water foreshore,” states the Plan.

“The range of available public amenities and services will attract people of all ages to live in the Gosford Waterfront and Gosford City Centre.

“The foreshore edge will be activated and celebrated

with upgraded open space and key public spaces, pedestrian walkways and cycle ways.”

The DCP lists a number of envisaged outcomes for the waterfront which are to be considered in the preparation and assessment of development applications including: an attraction for visitors, residents and workers of the Gosford Waterfront to enjoy the natural beauty of the Brisbane Water; high quality architecturally designed buildings providing a clear distinction between public and private domains; high density residential components with high amenity and water views, proximity to employment, services and recreational facilities; a new restaurant

zone based along the existing breakwater; high quality landscape features and embellishments attracting visitors and improving the recreational opportunities for residents and workers of the Gosford Waterfront and surrounds; a network of roads, plazas, public spaces, links and waterside pathways; development sympathetic to any significant tree standings and ecologically sensitive environments; potential for new improved boating facilities for a variety boating of activities including public and private moorings; and recognition of the heritage values of the site, while ensuring that future development has due regard to the significance of the item.

The DCP has outlined a number of controls in order to achieve the intended objectives.

These controls include, but are not limited to: the provision of cultural and recreation facilities in accessible locations; the provision of a major pedestrian crossing across the Central Coast Highway in a central welldesigned location in the vicinity of Baker St and public plaza; compliance of street building alignment and street setbacks; consistent street or public domain frontage heights; a maximum floor plate size for commercial buildings of 2,200m2 and a maximum floor plate depth (excluding balconies) for residential buildings of 20m; minimum floor to ceiling heights of 3.3 metres for commercial office, 3.5 metres for active public uses, such as retail and restaurants, and 2.7 metres for residential; any new public spaces to be designed so that at least

50% of the open space provided has a minimum of three hours of sunlight between 9am and 3pm on June 21 (Winter Solstice); the maximisation of glazing for retail uses, but break glazing into sections to avoid large expanses of glass; the maintenance of public access to all outdoor areas at all times; the provision of new pedestrian and cycle links between Baker St, Gosford City Highway, Dane Dr and Georgiana Tce; and the maintenance of continuous pedestrian connections around the foreshore.

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happen again, council are restructuring to reduce staff, running a survey on tree removal and supporting the downgrading of environmental protection in the Fair Go campaign.”

The Fair Go for the Central Coast Campaign is calling for the elimination of some environmental regulation.

“However, experience has shown that the real problem is lack of compliance and lack of enforcement,” said Mr Asquith.

“The excessive dumping at Mangrove Mountain Golf Course is a good example.

“Recent calls for a reduction in Green tape

by Gosford and Wyong Councils are hard to take seriously when Wyong Council has eliminated their Environment Section and Gosford has done little to fix Mangrove Mountain dumping.

“If you eliminate the Environment Section, don’t enforce rules and get rid of the highly skilled staff, how will the environment be protected?”

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The advice confirms that Gosford Council failed to adequately ensure compliance with legislation and approvals.

It also reveals that an Environmental Impact Statement and Development Application is required for any continued dumping.

The original approval was for 240,000 cubic metres over 10 years.

CEN chairman Mr John Asquith said four times that amount of dumping has occurred in spite of many pieces of legislation that should have protected the environment.

This included the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act (1979), the Protection of Environment Operations Act (1997) and the Water Management Act (2000).

“Failure to ensure compliance with this legislation has not been explained by Council,” said Mr Asquith.

“It is clear that Gosford Council has failed in its duty to the residents of Mangrove Mountain.

“Now, instead of providing an explanation and assurances on how council will not let that

Member for Dobell Ms Karen McNamara said the boat ramp would boost tourism and the jobs that go along with it.

“Not only will this be better for our residents, it will also dramatically improve the functional and recreational capacity of Cabbage Tree Harbour.”

Cabbage Tree Harbour was initially used by colonial timber merchants to reach the Budgewoi area and to transport cedar to Sydney.

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“The project is part of the commitment to deliver safe, efficient and high quality services and infrastructure to the community and businesses of NSW,” Mr Wright said.

“Bald St will be closed during work, including the lower car park, although access will remain for local residents.

“A small section of the reserve along Bungary Rd will also be closed, on the east side of the playground, to be used as a work site.

“Pedestrian access to the rock pool and beach will be maintained.

“Alternative boat launching access will be from ocean ramps at Terrigal and Swansea until work is completed,” he said.

Member for Wyong Mr Darren Webber said the works were more than just a boat ramp.

“By replacing the existing rock wall at the same time, the beach ramp will be protected from future swell damage,” Mr Webber said.

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The upgrade was jointly funded with the NSW Government providing $1.15 million under the Better Boating Program (BBP), Wyong Shire Council providing $1.3 million and the Australian Government providing $700,000.

Assistant Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development the Hon. Jamie Briggs visited the boat ramp with Member for Dobell Ms Karen McNamara on April 29 to sign the funding agreement.

Roads and Maritime Services acting director maritime Mr Michael Wright said:“The boat ramp will be closed during work which will include rebuilding the main double lane ramp and beach ramp, replacing the beach retaining wall with a rock wall, moving a sewer main and improvements to the stormwater outlet,” Mr Wright said.

The work is due for completion by the end of the year, weather permitting.

undreds of Central Coast locals paid tribute to Australian servicemen and women, from all wars and conflicts, at ANZAC Day services in the Gosford LGA on Friday, April 25.

Senator for NSW Deborah O’Neill said ANZAC Day is an opportunity for all Australians to pay tribute to the men and women who have served our nation in wars, conflicts and on peacekeeping operations.

“It is also a day for us to recall the terrible cost of war and the precious lives lost by those who defended us and the values we share as Australians who believe in

democracy, in freedom, and in equality.”

Senator O’Neill said ANZAC Day is one of the most important dates in our commemorative calendar.

“We give our eternal gratitude to the sailors, soldiers, airmen and women, past and present, who have given so much for us, in this century and the last.

“This year is the first year

where all our servicemen and women who served in Afghanistan will be back with us.

“As they settle back in to life at home after many honourable tours of duty, we reflect on their sacrifice and remember those lost in that conflict.”

Media release, 24 Apr 2014 Richard Mehrtens, office of Deborah O’Neill

“It is only day one and the State Liberals have already lost another senior member of their government.

“After losing a Premier to corruption allegations only two weeks ago, and Chris Hartcher resigning in December last year under the same cloud, it’s about time that the alleged activities of this government were investigated,” Senator O’Neill said.

The hearing into Operation Spicer began on Monday, April 28, in Sydney with assertions already mounting against a number of senior Liberal Party figures.

“These allegations go right to the core of the Liberal Party and speak volumes about what they see as their role in government”, Senator O’Neill said.

Information provided to the hearing contends that senior Liberal Party figures have used private connections to big business and lobbyists to funnel

donations from developers and other entities into a slush fund worth up to $400,000.

Under laws introduced by former Premier O’Farrell, these donations are illegal.

“If these allegations are correct, they are completely unacceptable, they are against the law, and they fall well below what the community deserves from their elected officials.

“This is looking like a root and branch issue of corruption in the Liberal Party, not just a matter of one or two incidents, but an established and organised activity to subvert the Liberal Party’s own donations laws.

“The Central Coast deserves a better deal than having four out of six Liberal Members of Parliament called into ICAC,” Senator O’Neill said.

“Chris Hartcher, Darren Webber, and Chris Spence faced questions concerning whether they corruptly solicited, received, and

concealed payments from various sources in return for back room support in deals for their mates.

“The Coast deserves to know the truth about what went on at these Liberal Party fundraisers,” said Senator O’Neill.

“Former Liberal Premier Barry O’Farrell brought in some of the nation’s toughest political donations laws to stamp out corruption in NSW, but already he has been taken down by these laws for not declaring having received expensive gifts.

“Now, Central Coast residents have to watch as four of their local Liberal MPs are questioned about their roles in allegedly dodging these new rules and accepting illegal donations.

“Anyone found to have acted corruptly deserves to face the full force of the law,” said Senator O’Neill.

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New director of development and building

Ourimbah boarding house still far too large according to action group he amended design for the proposed boarding house in Glen Rd, Ourimbah, is still far too large to fit into the semi-rural nature of the village of Ourimbah, according to the Stop Glen Road Development Resident’s Action Group.

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Chairman Mr Greg McGill said the proposal was still be predominantly four storeys high and over 72 metres long and a building of these dimensions would totally dominate the Ourimbah streetscape.

“It far exceeds the size of any other boarding house development on the Central Coast,” said Mr McGill.

Mr McGill said the proposed development was seen by the community as a litmus test for Ourimbah’s future with the developer ignoring the impact on the local community.

“He recently was advised that 95% of students currently attending the Central Coast campus of the Newcastle University live on the Central Coast.

“Given these statistics, how can the developer establish that there is sufficient demand to justify 94 units for student accommodation in Ourimbah?

“So how will the remaining rooms be filled?”

There are also concerns

about the quality and lack of information available relating to the building’s re-design.

“There is no updated Statement of Environment Effects and the Social Impact Statement is grossly inadequate and does not address the impact on Ourimbah residents and on their way of life, life changes, health, culture and capacity to sustain these,” claimed Mr McGill.

He added that issues such as lack of parking, water drainage, security, traffic congestion and safety, still remained unresolved.

There has been widespread community opposition to this project with 177 submissions to Wyong Council that objected to the initial design, more than 200 people attended a protest rally, 1,013 signatures were collected on a petition presented to Wyong Council and there are expected to be in excess of 100 objections to the revised design by the closing date.

“The community

has been buoyed by the support received right across the political spectrum with the Member for Dobell Karen McNamara, the Member for The Entrance Chris Spence and Senator Deborah O’Neill all supporting Ourimbah residents in the battle to stop this development,” said Mr McGill.

“The level of community concern and anger was clearly demonstrated when over 60 residents attended a meeting to hear Karen McNamara speak against the revised design on Monday, April 28.

“Wyong Council and the Joint Regional Planning Panel must take our concerns seriously under the State Environmental Planning Policy (Affordable Rental Housing) 2009 local character test provision when assessing this development,” said Mr McGill.

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cott Cox has been appointed the new director of development and building at Wyong Council following the resignation of former director Ms Lin Armstrong.

Mr Cox, born and bred on the Central Coast, worked at council as the service unit manager in development and rezoning, a position he took up in October last year.

Council’s general manager Mr Michael Whittaker said Mr Cox had the right mix of private sector experience, education and understanding of local government to make a significant difference to the workings of council.

“Scott started out at council as a building surveyor in his professional year back in 1994 and has also been an environmental health officer and development assessment planner with council,” said Mr Whittaker.

“He has wide experience with stints in local government in Western Australia and Sydney as well in the private sector as an urban planner and his Media release, 6 May 2014 Allan Benson, Stop knowledge of living and Glen Road Development working on the Coast is Resident’s Action Group an added bonus for us.”

Scott Cox was born in Gosford, grew up in

Forresters Beach, went to school at St Edwards and Terrigal High and now lives with his family in Bateau Bay. He said he was looking forward to the challenges of his new position.

“This really is an exciting time to be working for Wyong Shire Council, particularly in the area of planning and building,” said Mr Cox. “With so many new residents expected to call Wyong Shire home it is a real opportunity for council to deliver the right mix of infrastructure, services, employment and development.

“I’ll be looking to continue the good work already done to cut red tape, streamline the development application process, get rid of unnecessary policies and make it easier to do business with council.”

Scott is a certified practicing planner, has

a Diploma of Project Management, Bachelor of Applied Science, Graduate Certificate (Business), Graduate Diploma (Building Surveying), Graduate Certificate (Urban and Regional Planning and Master of Commerce (Property).

“Scott’s understanding of our community, our organisation, his depth and breadth of private and public experience and relevant qualifications will enable him to effectively lead the Development and Building team to achieve the objectives of council and deliver positive outcomes for the Wyong community and investors in our Shire,” said Mr Whittaker Mr Cox took up the position of director on Monday, April 28.

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Sky dive operation continues to cause angst n response to the letter from Marilyn Vickers (Wyong Regional Chronicle, April 4) who believes sky diving is neither too noisy nor distressing, can I please ask her to get out and talk to other residents in her local community about this issue and not limit her discussions to the residents and neighbours in her retirement village.

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She may be surprised.

This is an issue that has deeply affected many, many Wyong Shire residents in a variety of ways.

Go for a walk and talk to people.

Firstly of course is the noise.

Marilyn, you are obviously lucky that you are not under every single drop off, unlike myself and other Wyong Shire residents.

You state that you live “quite near” the drop off zone.

The noise is continuous and ongoing

and unfortunately this business has not adhered to any of the recommendations put in place by Wyong Council in January to alter their flight paths or times of operation.

What is also unsettling is that this business decided in November to access Pioneer Dairy for their drop zone.

There was no consultation with residents and Council

were obviously unable to stop it.

They succumbed and put forward a three month trial DA and Sky Dive Sydney North Coast has failed to follow any of the set recommendations.

I believe it is also an ongoing court matter.

Residents are upset as to how a business can continue to operate without following set guidelines and the law.

Residents are also upset at how Central Coast Wetlands can continue to support a business that has

snubbed their noses at Wyong Shire Council and the law.

Don’t feel sorry for me Marilyn as you don’t know me.

I do not in any way have a negative attitude to others people’s recreational activities.

As long as it is within the law and doesn’t affect other people in a negative way I don’t have a problem.

Marilyn I am sure that you could jump.

We have observed them quite late in the afternoon jumping – Saturday, April 26, was on dusk.

So, obviously it looks as though they are quite willing to take money any way they can.

The hilarious ending of the letter telling residents to move if they don’t like it … well that is quite the icing on the cake.

What an incredibly ignorant quote.

Residents of Wyong Shire opposing this Sky Dive venue were here long before this business started and actually long before Central Coast Wetlands was declared an official wetland in 2002.

So lighten up and let us “live and let live” in our beautiful part of Wyong Shire.

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Call to boycott self-serve checkouts n a regular basis there are articles in newspapers stating the dire situation for young people.

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Many young people have been unemployed for over a year due to the time taken to find a job; now double that of 2008.

There is a call on all levels of government to help create jobs for the unemployed.

I wondered what we the public, even retirees and pensioners, can do to help this situation and save jobs.

I therefore invite readers and their friends to join me in boycotting self-serve checkouts, putting jobs before large corporation profits.

The readers, I or our relatives and friends may not need these jobs, however, most will know of someone looking for a job and the unemployed checkout operators will also be looking for other jobs, making it even harder for every job seeker.

Whether from a

personal need or just

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to help others, I hope readers will join me and the others who boycott these machines.

Of course we should also be buying Australian made and locally produced goods and services wherever possible, which will save and create jobs.

The more successful a local company is, the more employees they will hire.

Email, 19 Apr 2014 Ken Mercer, Tuggerawong

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Home invasion and New information regarding Ronald Penn abduction at The Entrance disappearance P

olice from Tuggerah Lakes are appealing for information from the public after a woman was abducted at The Entrance on Saturday, May 3.

Police have been told

Ronald Penn was last seen at a house in Bateau Bay on Thursday, October 12, 1995.

He was aged 61 at the time and has not been seen or heard from since.

Two weeks later, on Friday, October 27, 1995, Mr Penn’s white Mazda van was found burnt-out in bushland on Berkeley Rd, Berkeley Vale.

As part of their ongoing investigation, detectives from Strike Force Rankmore – which was formed to investigate Mr Penn’s disappearance – have been told that three men may have been in the near vicinity of Mr Penn’s car shortly after it was set alight around 10pm on Friday, October 27, 1995.

Two of the men are described as being of Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander appearance, while the third man is described as being of

Caucasian appearance.

All three were seen leaving the scene of the burning Mazda van in a red Ford Laser hatchback.

The Crime Manager of the Tuggerah Lakes Local Area Command, Detective Inspector David Waddell, said police were encouraged by the fresh information.

“As we have said all along, we do believe there are a number of people out there who know what has happened to Mr Penn but are either afraid or unwilling to share that information with police,” Detective Inspector Waddell said.

“If these descriptions ring a bell, or you have any other information concerning Mr Penn, please do get in touch.

“We don’t need to know who you are; all we

need is the information you have to hand.

“You can contact Crime Stoppers anonymously and your call will be treated in the strictest of confidence.”

Investigations have revealed Mr Penn had his clothes and personal belongings with him when he vanished.

None of his bank accounts have been accessed and his driver’s licence has not been renewed since he went missing.

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a collision with a car at the intersection.

After stabilisation, the rider was flown by

CareFlight to Royal North Shore Hospital where he remained in a serious but stable condition on arrival.

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when a man forced entry through a window.

The man, who was armed with a knife, ransacked a bedroom and approached the woman in a hallway of the home.

He demanded money and took the woman’s keys, ATM card and mobile phone.

About 8:30am the man demanded the woman drive him to an ATM at a shopping centre in Bateau Bay. As the offender walked towards the ATM the woman was able to run away and alerted several members of the public

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who contacted Tuggerah Lakes Local Area Command.

The man fled without taking any money and left the woman’s car behind.

A police dog was able to track a scent to Yakalla Ave where some of the woman’s property was recovered.

Police established a crime scene at the woman’s home and seized her vehicle for forensic analysis.

The man has been described to police as being of Caucasian appearance, in his mid 20s and about 165cm tall with dark brown eyes.

He was wearing a black hoodie pulled tightly around his face and gloves.

The woman was not injured in the incident but police have urged anyone with information about the abduction to come forward.

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Fatal crash in Gwandalan report will be prepared for the Coroner following a fatal crash in Gwandalan on Sunday, April 27.

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About 10:30am, a Hyundai sedan was travelling west on Kanangra Dr when the driver lost control and left the road, hitting a pole.

Emergency services were called; however the 25-year-old male driver died at the scene.

The man was the sole occupant of the vehicle and no one else suffered injuries.

Officers from Tuggerah Lakes Local Area Command continue to investigate the incident and believe wet weather to be a contributing factor.

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Bunnings Tuggerah to be upgraded

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n upgrade, which is expected to be complete by the end of this year, has commenced at Bunnings Warehouse Tuggerah.

Bunnings will invest more than $18 million in the upgrade, fit-out and stock of the current Warehouse on the Tuggerah site.

The upgrade will also create more than 30 new permanent team member jobs along with 150

construction jobs.

Bunnings Warehouse Tuggerah will continue trading through the upgrade period and, once complete, local residents will benefit from a larger store with an even wider range of hardware, garden and home improvement

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On site car parking will also be increased to more than 250 spaces.

Bunnings Tuggerah complex manager Mr Matt Roughley said Bunnings was extremely pleased to be upgrading the store for the local Tuggerah community.

“We’ve been part of the Tuggerah community for more than 17 years and we’re looking forward to bringing them an even better store with the latest home improvement and outdoor living products at the lowest prices,” Mr Roughley said.

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Short term rental accommodation approval sought yong Council has voted to submit a Planning Proposal to the Department of Planning and Infrastructure’s ‘Gateway’ determination process seeking to make the use of dwellings for short term rental accommodation permissible under the Wyong Local Environmental Plan 2013 (WLEP).

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The move follows legal proceedings last year in other coastal council areas resulting in the possibility that the use of dwellings for the purpose of short term rental accommodation may be prohibited.

If the Wyong Shire planning proposal is approved, short term rental accommodation would be authorised as an exempt form of land use under the legislation.

Council will undertake public consultation on the Planning Proposal.

Wyong mayor Cr Doug Eaton said: “Holiday lettings are good for tourism as an alternative and affordable

type of accommodation.”

“They have been available in our Shire for a long time and we want to enable them to continue to meet visitor demands for family and home-style accommodation.

“At the moment the WLEP doesn’t specifically provide for short term rental accommodation.

“By including these provisions it will ensure this use is possible while also stipulating relevant considerations and controls to protect the rights of neighbours.

“This planning proposal seeks to allow short term rentals of dwellings of

up to four bedrooms as exempt development, and up to six bedrooms with development consent.

“This would mean holiday lettings are considered permissible land use and property owners can generate a secure source of income.

“We’ve got several locations in our Shire that are dependent on short term holiday rentals.

“I hope that this goes through the department so that we can give assurance and security to our holiday rentals,” said mayor Cr Eaton.

Media statement, 23 Apr 2014 Wyong Council Media

Comments sought on new small business ombudsman’s role Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman with real power would make life easier for Dobell’s small businesses, according to Member for Dobell Ms Karen McNamara.

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The Federal Government has released a discussion paper which details the Government’s vision of establishing a single entrypoint for small businesses, providing an easy way to find out about services and programmes.

“While speaking with our local small business operators I have been told that they often find it difficult to know where to go to get assistance,” Ms McNamara said.

“We want to give time poor small businesses the

best chance of success by reducing the time spent accessing information and advice, resolving disputes and having their voices heard.

“As an advocate to government, the Ombudsman will help minimise compliance burdens and reduce red tape so that government can get out of the way and let small businesses get on with their job.”

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“Small business can really help us with ideas on how the Ombudsman’s role can best meet their needs,” said Ms McNamara.

“The Government looks forward to receiving comments on the discussion paper,” Ms McNamara concluded.

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Shelly Beach Golf Club looking for back to back win as the people’s choice

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helly Beach Golf Club has been named as a finalist in the 2014 ClubsNSW People’s Choice Competition, showing that they are one of the top five most popular clubs in the state.

The competition, which calls on the NSW public to vote for their favourite club, saw more than 15,000 votes cast in five weeks.

After tallying the votes, it was clear that Shelly Beach Golf Club would be up against four other clubs to take out the People’s Choice

Crown.

ClubsNSW CEO Anthony Ball said the People’s Choice competition received more votes in 2014 than ever before.

“The competition amongst clubs themselves went up a whole new level, with some clubs even

producing their own promotional videos to ramp up votes,” he said.

“But it was the posts on the Your Local Club Facebook page from everyday club goers about how much they love their club and how much their local club meant to them that made

this year’s competition extra special.”

The People’s Choice competition is designed so that any club, no matter its size, has an equal chance of winning, because votes are by total club membership.

Shelly Beach Golf Club’s general manager Mr Craig Ellis said the club was thrilled to be named a finalist again this year, after winning the competition last year.

“We’re thrilled that our members and the community have come

out in support of us again this year,” he said.

“It would be an amazing achievement to be named the People’s Choice winner two years in a row, so we’ve got our fingers crossed.”

The winner of the ClubsNSW People’s Choice Award will be announced at the ClubsNSW Clubs and Community celebration on Friday, May 9.

The five finalists in the 2014 ClubsNSW People’s Choice Competition are;

Bankstown District Sports Club, Chatswood Club, Crescent Head Country Club, Neutral Bay Club and Shelly Beach Golf Club One person who voted on the Your Local Club Facebook page for their favourite club will also win a holiday for two people, including return flights, transfers, luxury accommodation, breakfast and more, valued at $10,000.

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Drug and alcohol rehabilitation facility proposal rejected yong Council has rejected a controversial proposal for a drug and alcohol rehabilitation facility in Yarramalong after it was found to be incompatible with local land zonings and regulations.

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The development application, by the Association for Better Living and Education, involved changing the use of a number of existing buildings on the site in

order to run a Narconon rehabilitation and life skills program for up to 20 participants.

The Narconon program involves an initial detoxification followed

by an education and life skills course spanning several months during which time participants reside permanently at the facility.

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attracted controversy as it is based on an approach to substance abuse treatment promoted by the Church of Scientology.

Council staff considered the proposal in accordance with the Wyong Local Environmental Plan and determined that it represented unacceptable risks to both life and property, given the floodaffected nature of the site.

Mayor Cr Doug Eaton said that while he recognised the value of providing a range of treatment options for drug and alcohol addictions, this particular development was not in the public interest.

“I’m pleased with the outcome, given the strong community opposition to the proposal,” said mayor Cr Eaton.

“Having seen the matter considered in accordance with our planning regulations, I think it’s clear their opposition was wellfounded.

“It simply isn’t an appropriate use for this site.”

In stating the grounds for refusal, council also noted that insufficient information had been submitted with the application, making it difficult to fully assess the social impact, the likely effect on the drinking water catchment, or satisfy how water and sewerage would be

The approximate location that was proposed for the development

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Commenting on council’s decision, Yarramalong Community Action Group acting chairman Mr John Graham said: “Yarramalong residents are relieved and delighted that Wyong Shire Council has said no to the proposed drug and alcohol rehabilitation facility submitted in a development application

by ABLE, a division of the Church of Scientology.

“The council had given careful and fair consideration to all the matters associated with the application before announcing its decision.

“As the mayor pointed out in his media release, there was very strong community opposition

to the proposal with firm and justifiable grounds expressed by Yarramalong residents and their professional town planning consultant.

“These submissions emphasised the depth of concern by the community to an application that was totally out-of-place in Yarramalong and one that posed an extreme security risk.

“The residents thank the council for considering all the submissions and coming to a sound decision that respects our community,” said Mr Graham.

Media release, 29 Apr 2014 Wyong Council media Media release, 1 May 2014 John Graham, Yarramalong Community Action Group

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Rail underpass project open for comment The $25 million Rawson Rd Level Crossing Replacement project is currently being advertised with submissions open until May 2.

Peninsula to host surf championships again The NSW State Surf Life Saving Championships will be held again on the Peninsula in 2015 and 2016.

Gosford Council has accepted a proposal from Surf Life Saving NSW for the State Championships to be hosted by Ocean Beach and Umina Beach surf clubs.

Organisers told the council that the 2013 and 2014 championship events attracted more 7000 people,

which they claimed represented an $18 million boost to the local economy.

A Memorandum of Understanding between Gosford Council and Surf Life Saving NSW was implemented for the 2014 Championships to deliver improved brand exposure and recognition for council as a major supporting partner.

Council’s sponsorship included

$65,000 in direct financial contributions and $100,000 of inkind support per year, including the provision of fleet vehicles and equipment, event set-up, infrastructure, and staff support from electricians and maintenance staff.

This was increased to $70,000 for hosting rights and $100,000 inkind support for the 2015 event.

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given an indication of potential investment into infrastructure to assist in the future delivery of the championships at this location.

“Consideration of infrastructure such as footpaths and viewing platforms to reduce impact upon dune vegetation, installation of water refill stations at Umina and Ocean Beach Surf Clubs, permanent power installation within the compound areas and

clocks at Umina and Ocean Beach Surf Clubs would be considered beneficial to the conduct of the event and the community outside of championship dates,” stated the report to council by director economic and community development Ms Colleen WorthyJennings.

Gosford Council agenda ECO.7, 25 Mar 2014

Business group given another chance The Ettalong Beach Business Group has been given another chance to provide evidence of its capacity to meet council requirements to manage Business Improvement District funding.

Gosford Council has suspended funding for the Ettalong Beach Improvement District until the Group provides evidence of its capacity to meet council requirements.

A deadline of June 30 has been set for the group to provide the information.

The group was previously requested to provide information evidencing its capabilities to meet

requirements by February 1.

The organisation lodged a submission by the due date and dealt with a number of issues including committee and membership, financials, key performance indicators and future plans, according to a report to council by director economic and community development Ms Colleen Worthy-Jennings.

She said that, at the annual meeting in August last year, there were no nominations for the committee and the existing committee agreed to remain in place until an extraordinary annual meeting could be held.

“The submission acknowledges the lack of membership and envisages a new drive to increase

membership and form a new committee,” states the report.

“The accounts confirm that the principal income came from council and another grant.

“The submission indicates council’s $50,000 funding has been expended on flags (mounted on council poles), signage and a website with minor amounts on the Italian Festival and audit fees.”

Council’s policy states that Business Improvement Districts should seek other sources of funding as appropriate and implement a plan to become selffunding at the end of the seed funding period.

“There has been no information provided to illustrate that this would or could be achieved,” said

Ms Worthy-Jennings.

The Ettalong Beach Business Group requested 90 days to provide a business plan and budget for the next 12 months and that council then provide the last $25,000 of the seed funding.

Cr Craig Doyle said he was concerned that the group had not met the conditions of council’s previous resolution.

“This is not our money to give away. This is the community’s money.

“The (council) policy is all about sustainability, about what we can do.

“It is vitally important that the transparency of public money be brought forward.

“The whole purpose of this is

to seek a genuine result for the community.

“I am fully supportive of this group and everything they have done from day one, but if we ignore our own policies, why have them?” said Cr Doyle.

Cr Chris Burke disagreed and said that the Ettalong community deserved a chance.

“They’re the poor cousins of Umina and Woy Woy.” Cr Bob Ward agreed and said: “I believe they should be given the opportunity to put their plan and budget together over the next three months.”

Gosford Council agenda ECO.7, 25 Mar 2014 Kaitlin Watts, 25 Mar 2014

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The development application was submitted by Gosford Council with funding from the State Government.

The project aims to address safety concerns by closing and removing the existing level crossing at Rawson Rd. The project, which extends from Railway St at the Shoalhaven Dr Underpass to the base of Bulls Hill, includes improved pedestrian and cycleway connectivity under the railway tracks at Shoalhaven Dr, the upgrade and extension of Nagari Rd from Shoalhaven Dr to a new roundabout south of the railway tracks, a new vehicle underpass at the bottom of Bulls Hill under the railway tracks and a new bridge over Woy Woy Creek at the bottom of Bulls Hill.

According to the council’s project coordinator Mr David Medcalf, the project would benefit road and rail users with improved safety and efficiency.

“The design is being developed to minimise environmental and local heritage impacts and will incorporate input from the community and other stakeholders.”

A number of submissions were received in response to the advertisement of the development application.

Former Gosford councillor Lynne Bockholt pledged her support for the proposal.

“An underpass as contained in the development application is the best option to eliminate the unsatisfactory level crossing and the underpass in one fell swoop,” states Ms Bockholt’s submission.

However, others claimed it would result in further siltation to Correa Bay, and that the new underpass and closure of the crossing would cut people off from the quickest access to Woy Woy town centre, including emergency services.

One resident of Woy Woy, who withheld identifying details, stated that they were strongly concerned about the loss of amenity and vehicular access to Woy Woy station, shops and other facilities that would occur as a result of the proposed fencing of the rail corridor at Rawson Rd. The South Woy Woy Progress Association stated in its submission, that it “fully supports” the proposal and “has done so for many years”.

Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council lodged a formal objection to the application stating it was concerned because there are a number of recorded Aboriginal sites located within the vicinity of the properties and the area is considered to be very rich in Aboriginal Cultural Heritage.

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After nearly 10 years trading as Ettalong Beach Club, the club will change its trading name “to be more in line with the objects

of the club and become better recognised within the Peninsula community”, according to club secretary Ms Joy Allan.

The trading name Ettalong Beach Club “arose as an abbreviation of the club’s company name (Ettalong Beach War Memorial Club Ltd) as well

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Police claim closure of outlaw motorcycle gang clubhouse

Gosford Council has commissioned consultants to undertake a Transport Management and Accessibility Plan within the Umina Beach Village Centre.

Police have closed what they claim was a Rebels “outlaw motorcycle gang clubhouse” in Woy Woy as part of investigations into unlawful sale of alcohol.

The plan will be based on traffic counts and an analysis of the intersection of Wellington St and Ocean Beach Rd as well as the intersection of Wellington St and Trafalgar Ave. It will examine whether the Wellington St and Ocean Beach Rd intersection should be upgraded to signals.

The decision was made after council received a petition with 445 signatures from residents who said they regularly crossed Wellington St. Petitioners stated that turning traffic from Trafalgar Ave and

Officers attached to Strike Force Raptor conducted a search warrant at the “clubhouse” in Mutu St at 9:30pm on Friday, April 11.

They were assisted by police from Brisbane Water Local Area Command, the Police Rescue Squad and the Dog Unit.

During the search, police allegedly located an amount of cash as well as documents, ledgers and “outlaw motorcycle gang paraphernalia”.

They also seized bottles of alcohol, the bar, including fridges, tables, chairs, and a pool table.

Four men, who police allege are members of the Rebels outlaw

The Wellington St and Trafalgar Ave intersection at Umina

Bullion St, made it impossible to cross Wellington St safely.

The petitioners said Alfred St and Wellington St formed a cross street with the lane which was an extremely busy pedestrian access which serviced as far as Neptune St. The petition was supported

by documentation showing the number of residents seeking safe access across Wellington St and the number of vehicle movements.

Once the investigation is complete further advice will be provided to petitioners.

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motorcycle gang and one man who was a nominee of the club, were spoken to at the scene before police closed the premises.

Three of the men were issued traffic infringement notices and had their vehicles defected as they left the scene.

Police from Brisbane Water Local Area Command are continuing investigations with action expected to be taken for alleged breaches of the Environmental Planning and Protection Act. Strike Force Raptor was established by State Crime Command’s Gangs Squad in 2009.

NSW Police describes the strike force as “a proactive and high-impact operation targeting outlaw motorcycle gangs and any associated criminal enterprises”.

Media release, 12 Apr 2014 NSW Police Media

Fibre-to-the-node trials reach speeds of 105Mbps Download speeds of 105 megabits per second and upload speeds of 45 Mbps have been demonstrated in trials of fibre-to-the-node technology by the NBN Co at Umina, according to Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks.

Works being undertaken as part of the first stage of the project to remove the existing level crossing at Rawson Rd.

Ettalong club becomes Ettalong Diggers The Ettalong Beach War Memorial Club has decided to change its trading name to Ettalong Diggers.

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as the club’s location,” she said.

Ms Allan said there was a “need for the trading name to be easily identifiable with the club”.

“Being a War Memorial Club means that the club is one that remembers the men and women who have served in Australia’s combined services, some of

whom paid the ultimate price with their life.”

She said the Board of Directors had decided to change the trading name to Ettalong Diggers “as it identifies the club, its purpose and is a growing tribute to the service men and women of the nation”.

She said the company name would always remain Ettalong Beach War Memorial Club Ltd. Media release, 10 Apr 2014 Joy Allan, Ettalong Beach Club

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“These results are an important milestone in the rollout of the National Broadband Network.

“NBN Co said that this trial has demonstrated that existing technologies such as the copper network have a vital role to play in

delivering high speed broadband to Australians.”

She said: “It will be faster, cheaper and more reliable for taxpayers.”

“Umina is one of the first two locations in Australia to be involved in testing how we can overcome some of the technology limitations.”

Meanwhile, 2800 residents in Koolewong, Tascott and Point Clare will get fibre to their home.

Ms Wicks said construction had begun as part of “the Coalition Government’s efforts to speed up the NBN rollout … for

residents and businesses on the Central Coast”.

The slower fibre-to-the-node technology trial was conducted recently by NBN Co engineers in Umina.

Engineers installed a VDSL modem in a shopfront and connected the copper telephone line to a node cabinet in the street 100m away, according to Ms Wicks.

The node cabinet, which has been erected alongside a Telstra pillar, converts electrical currents transmitted over traditional copper wires into pulses of light

Chamber seeks rollout date The Peninsula Chamber of Commerce is increasing pressure on the Federal Government to have high speed broadband available in the commercial areas of the Peninsula.

“The business community on the Peninsula is still waiting for confirmation as to when our retail centres will be connected to high speed broadband,” said Peninsula Chamber of Commerce president Mr Matthew Wales.

“Whilst it’s good new to see the NBN rollout happening in

residential zones, it is business and commerce that desperately need better internet access, higher download capability and better speeds.

“Commercial centres like Woy Woy are prime targets for high speed broadband access with a number of technology companies located in the town centre.

“If we are to encourage more of these high value companies and businesses to the Peninsula, then we need NBN sooner rather than later.

“The Chamber is eagerly awaiting the result of the trial NBN rollout in Umina Beach

with the expectation that the technology trial will result in a quicker rollout on the Peninsula,” said Mr Wales.

Mr Wales welcomed the announcement by Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks that the NBN network would be rolled out to 2800 residents in Point Clare, Koolewong and Tascott over the coming months.

“This is good news and demonstrates that the Federal Government is getting on with the job”, he said.

Media release, 15 Apr 2014 Matthew Wales, Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

that can travel over optical fibres.

Once active, the next step will see NBN Co invite retail service providers to participate in a limited fibre-to-the-node end-user trial in these locations.

This limited term trial will test the delivery and end user experience of high speed broadband via fibre-to-the-node to a small number of premises at each location.

The results of the technology trial bolster the findings of the NBN Co Strategic Review, which found that the NBN could be rolled out faster and at a much

lower cost by using a mix of technologies.

“The Government’s changes to the NBN rollout will save $32 billion, will see upgrades delivered four years sooner than under Labor and avoid internet retail bills increasing by up to $43 a month,” said Ms Wicks.

Suburbs and towns with the worst broadband service will get priority under NBN Co’s rollout strategy.

Media release, 29 Apr 2014 Tim Sowden, Office of Lucy Wicks MP

Call for full results The NBN Co should publish the full results of its Umina trial, according to local broadband campaigner Mr David Abrahams.

“I welcome the trial as it adds to the research and development in the field and may lead to future opportunities for certain areas,” he said.

“All this ‘faster, cheaper’ nonsense talk is not helping anyone.

“What helps is up-front information.”

Mr Abrahams welcomed the announcement that Tascott and Koolewong would receive “fibre-tothe-premises”.

However, he said that if “fibre-

to-the-node” was rolled out across the Peninsula, “the Peninsula will be compromised in comparison to Gosford and surrounds”.

“The cold fact remains that fibre-to-the-node is a compromise technology that represents a significant downgrade of the regional investment that was previously planned and published.

“Superfast, reliable broadband is increasingly becoming the infrastructure of the 21 century.

“Many people worked for years to secure the Central Coast’s NBN investment.

Media statement, 1 May 2014 David Abrahams, Killcare

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The first program was completed in April, with eight clients ‘graduating’, with the second program commencing mid-May. While the emphasis is on cooking and nutrition and is run by a home economist, it has the added benefit of increased socialisation for participants.

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Apart from the obvious benefit of supplying transport, which is often a barrier in this community, the trip provided an opportunity for people to get to know each other and form friendships out of the learning environment.

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Education

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New business Kathleen Marshall wins development manager Campus Friends Award at community college

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entral Coast Community College has appointed a new business development manager to coordinate its Business Training division.

Barbara Baker Richards has joined the College and said she was looking forward to visiting local businesses and community groups to inform them of the many services that the College has on offer.

“I am very excited to be taking on this role.

“To be able to meet and work with local businesses to help them achieve their training goals is very important to me,” she said.

“Central Coast Community College has been a leading adult education provider on the Coast for over 30 years and I’m looking forward to strengthening existing business relationships and building new ones to help organisations and individuals achieve their goals.

Kathleen Marshall and Beth Bolte

“The College can offer training on a local level, including bespoke training to suit business needs, something that is very important in the local business environment,” Ms Richards said.

Prior to holding this role, Barbara ran a

business strategy and life coaching business, as well tutoring at the College for around 20 years in the College’s Information Technology division. Media release, 30 Apr 2014 Pip Wilson, Central Coast Community College

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Central Coast Community College student who overcame exceptional circumstances to complete her studies in the Certificate III in Aged Care, has been awarded a special prize for her achievements.

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Kathleen Marshall was presented with the Central Coast Campus Friends Award at the College’s Annual Awards night in April, in front of her family and peers.

To receive this award, Kathleen had to demonstrate outstanding academic achievement while overcoming obstacles during her studies.

As well as receiving the $300 Award, Kathleen has also gained an honorary membership to Central Coast Campus Friends for a year.

“I am very honoured to have received this Award

and am very grateful to Central Coast Campus Friends and especially to Central Coast Community College for the support they gave me during my studies,” Kathleen said.

Central Coast Campus Friends president Ms Beth Bolte said that their organisation was committed to strengthening post school education on the Coast and the annual award had gone to a worthy recipient.

“Kathleen Marshall is a very worthy recipient of our Award.

“She is a young lady whose exceptional

personal circumstances were overcome to complete qualifications for the Care industry.

“This action fits with the Central Coast Campus Friends philosophy that the more skilled and better educated community members are, the better they are equipped to maintain fulfilling, healthy and successful lives.

“We wish Kathleen every success in her chosen career,” Ms Bolte said.

Media release, 7 May 2014 Pip Wilson, Central Coast Community College

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Education

Lighthouse to take Koori Choir launched over two council owned early learning centres yong Council has resolved to lease two of its childcare centres to Lighthouse Early Learning Centre following a selective tender process.

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Mayor Cr Doug Eaton said it was a difficult but necessary decision but the process has shown the private sector can make a go of these two centres.

The Little Coast Kids Tom Stone Care and Education Centre in Berkeley Vale and Spotted Gum Care and Education Centre in Killarney Vale have been operating at a $250,000 loss for some time.

This decision will now see an annual income stream of $144,000 in rent returned to council - a total advantage of nearly $400,000 per annum, to be spent on other essential infrastructure and services.

Mayor Cr Eaton said this was good news for parents as the centres would remain open.

“This is a win for parents, as the centres will continue to offer this essential service to local families, and a win for ratepayers, who will no longer have to foot the bill to keep these centres open.

“Parents can rest assured that the new operators cannot raise fees for at least 12 months and there will be no loss of childcare places - so the day to day running of the centres will not change very much at all,”

said mayor Cr Eaton.

The mayor reassured affected staff they would be looked after in the transition process in compliance with the Award.

“Lighthouse Early Learning Centre has given assurances that existing staff will be considered for employment opportunities with them,” said mayor Cr Eaton.

“I would like to commend staff for their outstanding professional service and dedication over the years and recognise their important contribution to the community.”

Council has been operating childcare centres for over 30 years and will continue to run the profitable Little Coast Kids Care and Education Centres at Wyong, San Remo, Toukley and Kanwal.

“This decision does not spell the end of Council’s commitment to delivering quality childcare for our residents,” said mayor Eaton.

“Quite the opposite.

“It simply recognises that sometimes the private sector can do this better than council - allowing us to concentrate our energy and finances on delivering other important infrastructure improvements and services for our community that the private sector cannot.”

The proposal is for the Lighthouse Early Learning Centre to enter into an initial 10 year lease, with an option of a further three five year extensions, and to take over operation of the centres on July 1 this year.

Media release, 23 Apr 2014 Wyong Council media

uggerah Lakes Learning Community (TLLC) celebrated the launch of its Koori Choir Bus on Wednesday, April 2, at Berkeley Vale Public School.

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The Koori Choir is made up of over 100 Aboriginal students and their friends singing traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander songs.

The choir is made up from seven primary schools in the TLLC. P e r f o r m a n c e spokesmen Mr John Walters said: “A big

thank you to the Red Bus company who are about to celebrate their 75th birthday this year.”

“I want to thank everyone involved for what was an amazing day.

“Special thanks to retired principal Paul Britton for his hard effort to make this dream a reality.

“This day is just the

start for Aboriginal Education in our community.

“I would like to also acknowledge the partnership with Kuriwa Aboriginal Educational Consultative Group (AECG).”

Email, 16 Apr 2014 Cristal Walters, Killarney Vale Public School and Bateau Bay Public School

Wyong Creek PS principal bids farewell yong Creek Public School principal Ms Tracey McKeown has accepted the position of deputy principal at Terrigal Primary School which she will take up this term.

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“While I am excited about this new role I am sad to be leaving one of the most wonderful schools I have ever had the privilege of working at,” said Ms McKeown.

“I am incredibly proud of our talented, collaborative and

dedicated staff members; our clever and caring students; and our positive and supportive community.

“The true partnership that exists between our parents and the school is a great quality.

“I am very sad to be

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Newsletter, 30 Apr 2014 Tracey McKeown, Wyong Creek Public School

Out & About

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Red Shield Appeal launched at Mingara ustralian war veteran and motivational speaker Damien Thomlinson will launch The Salvation Army Central Coast Red Shield Appeal at an official opening breakfast for 200 of the region’s business leaders on Friday, May 9, at Mingara.

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In April 2009, while on night patrol in Afghanistan, Damien’s unit drove over an improvised Taliban bomb.

Damien suffered extensive injuries in the explosion, which resulted in both of his legs being amputated.

Over the course of his rehabilitation, Damien took up snowboarding and has since competed in the US Marine Corps Paralympic Trials and said he hopes to represent Australia at the next Winter Paralympics.

Chair of the Red Shield Appeal on the Central

Coast Ms Louise Duff said she was delighted that Damien accepted the invitation to be guest speaker.

“It is an honour to have Damien launch our 2014 Red Shield Appeal on the Central Coast.

“He has such an inspirational story and his positive attitude towards life and future ambitions is something to which we should all aspire.

“We are looking forward to his support in helping us raise vital funds for this year’s appeal,” explained Louise.

The Salvation Army on

the Central Coast hope to reach the Appeal target of $980,000 from its launch until the end of June.

The business breakfast marks the official launch of the Appeal in the region.

“The contribution that The Salvation Army makes on the Central Coast is outstanding with $7 million spent on local support services.

“We are seeking vital support from the Central Coast community and are asking everyone to give generously to the Red Shield Appeal,” added Louise.

Media release, 28 Apr 2014 Katey Small, Brilliant Logic

Ken represents Australia at ANZAC Day wreath laying ceremony in France ateau Bay local and Korean War Veteran Kenneth Barnett travelled to Villers-Bretonnuex Military Cemetery in France to participate in a wreath laying ceremony on ANZAC Day.

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Ken, a patron for local aged care organisation Evergreen Life Care, made the trip to France independently, specifically for this special ANZAC event.

Ken was one of eight comrades who began a 60th Anniversary commemorative mission in October 2011, which saw them returning to various South Korean battlefields, each location was their first visit since the war.

This commemorative mission for Ken continued to the Australian National Memorial at VillersBretonneux which contains the names of

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over 10,000 Australians who died in France during the First World War and have no known grave.

Australian soldiers played a significant role in recapturing VillersBretonneux from the Germans on the night of April 24 to 25, 1918.

Thousands of Australians fought on the Western Front and VillersBretonneux is considered to be where those diggers had one of their greatest World War I victories.

Retired Royal Australian Navy (RAN) commander Ken Barnett said: “These ceremonies remind us of those who are no longer with us.”

“To be able to pay tribute to my fellow comrades is an honour.”

Ken was the Australian representative that laid the wreath at the ANZAC Day ceremony held at the Town Square memorial at Villers-Bretonneux.

“As time goes on, it is important to recognise

Australia’s involvement in the Korean, Vietnam, the Gulf and Afghan Wars, not only World War I and World War II. “It is a privilege to represent Australia in this ceremony,” said Ken. Media release, 23 Apr 2014 Katey Small, Brilliant Logic

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Wyong Regional Chronicle - May 9, 2014 - P17

Mingara chefs’ finalists in Chefs Table culinary competition

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n a state-wide search to find the top chefs in the NSW club industry, chefs from four Central Coast Clubs, including Mingara Recreation Club, have been picked to compete for the top prize.

The chefs from the Davistown RSL Club, Gosford Sailing Club, Mingara Recreation Club and the Mooney Mooney Club will battle it out against each other and 11 other finalist teams from across NSW to be crowned the winner of this year’s Chefs Table culinary competition.

The competition, now in its 10th year, challenges club chefs to serve up great food at a great price, while showcasing clubs as true dining destinations.

With spatchcock as this year’s key ingredient, finalist teams were made up of two chefs.

Each will be judged on taste, presentation, their preparation skills as well as their overall innovation and creativity when designing their threecourse menu.

The finalist chefs also need to make sure that the cost of the ingredients for their three course menu does not exceed $18.

ClubsNSW CEO Anthony Ball said that the talent showcased in this year’s competition was overwhelming and as a result the expectations were higher than ever.

“Adding more local excitement to the competition, the Central Coast has more finalist teams than any other region this year,” he said.

“Their investment into adopting the latest global food trends is evident in their bold

and contemporary menu submissions, which include delicious items such as figs, truffles and enoki profiteroles,” he said.

“It just goes to show that today, clubs offer so much more than a $7 steak and schnitzel.”

Chef’s Table Head Judge, Julio Azzarello, said that the competition demonstrates that it is possible to create fine dining experiences which don’t break the bank.

Mr Ball said the top prize for this year’s winners would be a trip for two of the world’s top food shows in Chicago and New Orleans.

“We want club chefs to go out and experience the very best, and bring that back to our clubs right here in NSW. “Clubs are already investing in extensive training in order to produce sophisticated food options and this competition sets out to recognise those efforts.”

Finalist events will take place during May

and June.

For the finals, the chefs from all clubs will have to prepare their menu for a minimum of 24 people, including a panel of three judges.

The winners will be announced at the ClubsNSW Chef’s Table Awards Dinner at Campbelltown Catholic Club on Monday, July 21.

The menu from Mingara Recreation Club’s Sous Chef Ben Weinert and Senior Chef Jason Pountney includes: Entrée: Tea smoked spatchcock breast, masterstock spatchcock and enoki profiteroles, capsicum purée, mushroom foam and okahijiki.

Main: Kingfish with saffron buerre blanc, Jerusalem artichoke purée and potato àl a mode.

Dessert: Watermelon granita with macerated melon pearls, noble one jelly and Italian meringue.

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Innovation Summit at Mingara he Central Coast Innovation Summit will be held at Mingara Recreation Club on Thursday, May 22, followed by a Business Leader Lunch.

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The Central Coast Innovation Summit is designed to raise awareness of the need for innovation in driving an economy.

The theme for this year is Innovation Game-Changers Likely to Change Our Region.

The Business Leader Lunch will be with Wayne Pearce OAM. Mr Pearce will speak on ‘Accelerating the change process and coaching your staff to greatness’.

Wayne carved out a career in rugby league where he represented and captained the Balmain Tigers, NSW and Australia from 1980

to 1990.

He also spent 10 years working in the corporate world in both sales and marketing.

Wayne is widely regarded as an innovator and, in 2001 upon retiring from sports coaching, he took his knowledge and expertise in leading high performing teams to the corporate world.

By combining proven sports psychology techniques with a mix of organisational and behavioural change methodologies, Wayne has developed a range of tools and techniques designed to help businesses address

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gaps in the areas of leadership, teamwork and motivation.

Media release, 29 Apr 2014 Central Coast Innovation Summit

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Sport

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Union’s beach clubs look to be the strongest this year voca Beach confirmed they would be a force to be reckoned with again this year when they defeated Ourimbah by 29 points to 9 at Heazlett Park in round four of the Central Coast Rugby Union competition on Saturday, May 3.

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They did not have it all their own way but their non-stop rugby and continual team pressure wore the Ourimbah side down and they cemented the win with several late tries.

Ourimbah if anything had the better of the first half.

They controlled possession in the first half and had many chances to post points, however they did not take these chances.

Whether this was due to a breakdown in their attack or simply good and consistent Avoca Beach defence is one to be discussed.

Ourimbah kicked two penalty goals through centre Brenton Law in the first half and led by 6 points to nil until almost halftime.

Avoca Beach took the lead right on halftime when they crossed for a converted try and the home side went to the break leading by 7 points to 6.

Ourimbah had several

good players in the first half but none were better than the Paulo brothers, Junior and Tony.

They were everywhere in attack and defence.

The second half remained tight early on but it was the home side that confirmed the win with three second half tries.

When they went on attack they converted their territorial advantage into points.

Avoca Beach had several strong performers.

Their best player was lock Adam Winter.

He was ably assisted

by Peter Mitchell and Chad Martin.

Avoca Beach scored four tries to nil and showed they are the early Premiership favourites again this year.

Warnervale returned to their best form when they convincingly defeated Kariong at Woongarrah Oval by 67 points to 5.

Warnervale were in total control for the entire match and ran in a total of 11 tries.

A feature of the match was the four individual tries scored

by Warnervale No.8 Afele Tongia, and with a conversion, he went on to score a total of 22 points in the match.

He was ably assisted by fellow loose forward Chris Hitch, who crossed for three tries.

Kariong played it out for the full 80 minutes and their flanker Gus Long never stopped.

Terrigal proved too strong for The Entrance at The Haven Oval and ran out victors by 42 points to 3.

Terrigal led by 14-3 at the halftime break and the visitors were definitely still in the match.

They stuck with Terrigal for the first 50 minutes of the match but the further the match went on the stronger the home side became and the bigger the win.

Terrigal ran in a total of six tries to The Entrance’s nil.

Best players for Terrigal were Adam

Dankert, flanker Sam Kenny and Ben Heaton.

The best for The Entrance were flanker Adam Vaughan and lock Luke McLenagahan.

Terrigal remain undefeated this season and will be a real Premiership threat this year.

Woy Woy scored their first win of the season when they defeated Northlakes at Woy Woy oval by 47 points to 10.

Woy Woy were the far better team on the day and ran in eight tries in the match.

Northlakes were able to respond with two tries but it was all Woy Woy’s day.

Northlakes never gave up but Woy Woy are proving a real threat this year despite this being their first win of the season.

They have pushed all teams they have met this

season and will continue to do so for the remainder of the year.

Best players for Woy Woy were back Junior Stowers, who scored two tries, and hooker Nick Garnett.

Northlakes were best served by flanker Shae Nesbitt and five-eight Pat Quigg.

Email, 4 May 2014 Larry Thomson, Central Coast Rugby Union

Hayne referees Kangaroos’ test match

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eteran NRL match official Shayne Hayne, of Berkeley Vale, refereed the test between the Kangaroos and the Kiwis on Friday, May 2.

Since his international debut in 2005, Hayne (46) has been a part of City Country, State of Origin and Four Nations campaigns.

He was a referee for three NRL grand finals, including last year’s, and has officiated at the 2008 and 2013 World Cups.

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Where do you get it?

Following is a list of all good outlets where you can get your free copy of Wyong Regional Chronicle Bateau Bay Amity (BUPA) Bay Village Information Desk Bay Sports Club Bateau Bay Square Blue Lagoon Caravan Park Library Community Centre Eldersee Village Golden Hind Bowls Club Kiah Lodge Karagi Court McDonalds Men’s Shed Nareen Gardens Nareen Lodge Red Rooster Reynolds Court Hostel Sun Valley Tourist Park Ten Pin Bowling Alley The Entrance Campus The Entrance Leagues Club

Blue Haven Community Centre Primary School

Berkeley Vale Berkeley Vale Campus Village Cellars Chemist Charcoal Chicken, Budgewoi Civic Video Caltex Service Station Lakedge Takeaway Medical Centre Principal Aged Care Primary School Private Hospital Shelley’s Takeaway Swim Centre

Charmhaven Fitness Centre Curves

Blue Bay Caravan Park Takeaway

Budgewoi Body Beat George’s Barber Shop Halekulani Bowling Club Lakes Beach Cafe Soccer Club Tourist Park Walu Caravan Park Buff Point IGA Canton Beach Heritage Village Holiday Park Lakefront Village Sports Club Vietnam Vets Hostel Chain Valley Bay General Store

Chittaway Bay Bottleshop Pharmacy Public School Doyalson RSL Club Forresters Beach 360 Fitness Club Caltex Service Station Retirement Village Liquor Store Gorokan Primary School Medical Centre

Shell Service Station Wallarah Bay Rec Club Seafood Shop Liquorland Tobacconist Chemist Gosford CC Mariners home games Ducks Crossing Publications Imperial Shopping Centre Gwandalan Bowling Club Hamlyn Terrace Palm Springs Village Primary School Uniting Retirement Centre Warnervale Family & Community Centre Kanwal Amcal Pharmacy BYO & Bottle Shop Fill & Carry Fruit Medical Centre Village Pharmacy Oasis Caravan Park Community Centre Hall Wyong Leagues Club Killarney Vale Primary School Killarney Court Hostel Long Jetty Health Care Centre Our Lady of the Rosary School Principal Aged Care & Assisted Living Apartments Pharmacy

Lake Haven Aged Care Hostel Eagle Boys Masonic Village High School KFC Library McDonalds Pizza Hut Red Rooster Lake Haven Castle Blockbuster Lake Haven Shopping Centre Information Desk Newsagents Lake Munmorah Bowling Club Primary School Lakeside Leisure Village Jamaica Blue & Chemist Senior Citizen’s Hall Lisarow High School McDonalds The Orchards Retirement Home Long Jetty Caltex Service Station Chips@The Jetty Hotel Senior Citizens Centre Our Lady of the Rosary School Seafood Plus Bridge Club John’s Pharmacy Civic Video Mannering Park Newsagency

Mardi Community Centre Magenta Shore Golf Course & Resort Norah Head Mitchell Street shops Rockpool Retreat Tourist Park Bowling Club Ourimbah Big Flower Chemsave Community College Admin Building “The Lodge” CRT Gabs Gourmet Takeaway Gardenworld Newsagents Ourimbah Campus Public School Student Essentials Tall Timbers Hotel Tennis Courts Tuggerah Village Caravan Park Thai Takeaway United Service Station University Campus The Hub University Campus Library University Campus Student Essentials San Remo Northlakes Pharmacy Newsagent Northlakes High School Northlakes Primary School Neighbourhood Centre Northlakes Tavern Neighbourhood Centre

Shelley Beach Golf Club Surf Life Saving Club Cafe Tacoma Hopetown Special School Kooindah Waters The Entrance 7-11 Service Station Browse About Community & Neighbourhood Centre Centrelink Diggers Lakes Hotel Library Newsagent Oaks Waterfront Resort Public School The Greens Bowling Club Tourist Information Centre Waldorf Apartments Jimbo’s Seafood KFC Vinnies The Entrance North Dunleith Caravan Park Toowoon Bay Bottle Shop Newsagency Surf Life Saving Club Takeaway Shop Tourist Park Toukley / Noraville All Over Beauty and Nails Art Gallery Aquatic Centre Beachcomber Resort East Toukley

Newsagency K-Cee’s Cafe Library Green Bean Cafe Primary School Nachel’s Takeaway Noraville General Store & Takeaway Noraville Pharmacy Retirement Village RSL St Mary’s Public School Senior Citizens Community Hall Toukley Family Practice Salvos Tobacconist Tuggerah Anytime Fitness Cafe Pennoz Caltex Service Station Caravan Park Club Tuggerah High School Hungry Jacks Loot Homewares Library McDonalds Medical Centre Metro Service Station PRP Pacific Diagnostic Imaging Romi’s Cafe RSPCA Coffee Shop St Peter’s Catholic High School The Edge Newspower Supanews Terry White Chemist Senior Citizens Centre Tuggerawong Cadonia Road Metro Caravan Park\ Don Small/ Tuggerawong

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Retirement Village Service Station Tumbi Umbi BP Service Station Chemist Outlet Pharmacy Clare Mace Metro Service Station Clare Mace Takeaway Glengara Retirement Village KBT Neighbourhood Hub KFC McDonalds Mingara Recreation Club St John Fischer Catholic School Tumbi Campus of Tuggerah Lakes College Wadalba Bottlemart Casualty Wyong Hospital Dam Hotel Palm Springs Village Wyong Hospital Warnervale See Hamlyn Terrace Watanobbi BP Service Station Community Centre Pet & Produce Wyong Golf Club Woongarrah Hockey Fields Warnervale Gardens Wyee Nursery Mini Market

Wyongah Newsagents General Store Wyong Alberts Cafe Blooms Chemist Bowling Club Carmichaels’ Corner Store Harrisons Health and Beauty Pharmacy High School Hooked on Flowers IGA (Cutler Centre) Legends Bakery Meander Village Pride Mowers Public School RSL Club St Cecilia’s Catholic School St James Anglican Church TAFE Library & Canteen Tennis Club Race Course Wyong District Museum Wyong Family History Group Cottage Wyong North Cellars Wyong Village Centre Wyong Council Jolly Pelican Pizza in the Pan Courthouse

Out & About

Wyong y g Regional g Chronicle - Mayy 9, 2014 - P19 9

Not for Profit Organisations

Information sessions for creative partnership project proposals wo information sessions will be held for those interested in being involved in Art Central’s Central Coast based Creative Partnership Project Proposals.

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The first information session will be held at Wyong Council on Tuesday, May 13.

The second will be held from 6:30pm to 8pm at Erina Library on Tuesday, May 20.

Funding is available for regional partnership

based projects in any creative industry fields including, but not limited to, contemporary and performing arts, digital media, design, literature, music and/or craft.

Email, 5 May 2014 Stuart Slough, Wyong Council

The Wyong Diary For events in post code areas 2258, 2259, 2261, 2262 and 2263

Animal Care Central Coast Cat Care $20 Desexing Special Cats only No Pedigrees 4388 6448 4325 3163

Bushwalking National Parks Association Central Coast Twice weekly bush walks on the Central Coast and further afield, varying distances and grades of difficulty.

Explore, enjoy scenery, fauna, floral, history. Keep fit and make friends.

4389 4423 & 4332 7378

Community Groups Central Coast Campus Friends Inc Promoting post school learning to improve life for individuals and the Central Coast community Advocacy, Dinners, Discussions, Speakers, Awards, Newsletters and special projects 4342 0023 sonhopk@bigpond.net.au PO Box 6227 West Gosford 2250 www.ccampusfriends.org

Central Coast Community C Legal Centre The Central Coast Community Th Legal Centre is a non-profit or organisation located in Wyong that provides free legal advice th tto people within the Wyong / Gosford area. Intake times for legal advice Tue 10-12pm, Wed 10-12pm, Thur 2-4pm Ph 4353 4988 Fax 4353 4680 admin_cclc@clc.net.au

Saturday May 10

Tuesday May 20

Open Day, Dooralong Transformation Centre, 9am

Change, Grief and Loss seminar, 10am1pm, Woodbury Community Centre, Mardi

Monday May 12 Pasture and Grazing Management course, Dooralong Long Jetty Hospital Auxiliary monthly meeting, Auxiliary Cottage, Killarney Vale, 9:30am

Tuesday May 13

Thursday May 22 Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea, the old primary school grounds, Wyong, 9:30am11:30am Central Coast Innovation Summit, Mingara Recreation Club, 8:30am-12pm

Creative Partnership Project Proposals information session, Wyong Council, 6:30pm-8:30pm

Friday May 23

Thursday May 15

Saturday May 24

Vo l u n t e e r i n g opportunities information session, Warnervale Family and Community Centre, 10am-12pm

Summerland Kings, Canton Beach Sports, Toukley, 7:30pm Dead Letter Circus, The Entrance Leagues Club, 8pm

Monday May 19

Sunday May 25

Pasture and Grazing Management course, Dooralong

Doll, Bear and Craft Show, Wyong Race Club

Summerland Kings, Wyong RSL, 7:30pm

See the Peninsula News for events in post code areas 2256 & 2257 and the COAST Community News for events in post code areas 2250, 2260 and 2251 If you’ve got something happening in the Wyong Region over the next few weeks, let us know about it and we’ll list it here for you, for free.

Contact details are on page 2.

PO Box 246 Wyong NSW 2259 Central Coast 50+ Singles Social Group Invites Ladies & Gents for dinner, dancing - BBQs & Socialising each weekend.

Our friendly group can be contacted for our monthly programme North: 43532561 South: 43445556 50pssg@gmail.com

Central Coast Over 30s Social Group Inc We offer social contact, entertainment events & new friendships for people in their 30’s, 40’s, 50’s & 60’s etc.

Our events range from; Live Music, House Parties, Restaurant Nights, BBQ’s/ Picnics, Trips Away & lots more.

For a FREE calendar call Sharon on 0432 760 272 or email cco30s@live.com.au

Central Coast Tenants’ Advice and Advocacy Service Do you have issues with your landlord or real estate agent?

Free telephone advice and advocacy for all tenants and residents in residential parks.

4353 5515 cctaas@hotmail.com Community Care Services - Central Coast Memory lane - Doing things together Café For people with memory loss & their carers to enjoy a relaxing coffee morning with others experiencing similar circumstances Wallarah Bay

Recreational Club 4th Tuesday 4324 4244 Gurdjieff Society I AM LOST Deep conversations and systematic exercises for understanding my self and my place in life Ancient and modern knowledge 6pm every 2nd Thu 0425 296 783 www.gurdjieff.org.au

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Wyong Regional Chronicle - May 9, 2014 - P21

J League winners see off the Mariners entral Coast Mariners’ 2014 AFC Champions League campaign came to an end in Japan on Wednesday, April 23, with Phil Moss’s men suffering a narrow 1-0 defeat against back-to-back J.League winners Sanfrecce Hiroshima.

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A 72nd minute free kick by defender Tsukasa Shiotani, which took a heavy deflection and was ultimately credited to teammate Yamagishi Satoru, was all that separated the two sides at Hiroshima’s Big Arch Stadium.

The Mariners gained two wins in this year’s edition of the AFC Champions League, and were only edged 1-0 on their final two Group F matchdays against last year’s runners up, FC Seoul, and Hajime Moriyasu’s Hiroshima respectively.

With Choi Yongsoo’s Seoul defeating Beijing Guoan 2-1 in the Korean Republic capital on Wednesday to ensure they topped the section, the Mariners needed only a point to progress to the knockout phase of Asia’s elite for a consecutive year.

However, Satoru’s goal from Shiotani’s skewed effort from outside the box with just 18 minutes remaining ultimately put an end to the yellow and navy’s continental campaign.

Central Coast defender Brent Griffiths was sent off just before Satoru’s goal, with the Mariners’ substitute having fouled Naoki Ishihara as he charged towards goal.

Despite the defeat, Mariners boss Phil Moss was full of praise for his squad post match.

“Firstly I would like to congratulate Sanfrecce Hiroshima for getting through to the round of 16,” Moss said in his post-game press conference. “[But] I would like to pay tribute to my players, my team, for what was a fantastic defensive performance.

“We came very close to getting the point that we needed to get through.

“We didn’t come here to play for a draw, we came here looking for a win.

“We didn’t have the greatest night on the ball, at times we needed to keep possession better than what we did, but we were up against a very good outfit, so I am very proud of my

players.

“We go back to Australia with our heads held high, and we gave it our best shot.”

Moss said that his men are motivated to be part of the AFC Champions League again in 2015.

“It’s [the AFC Champions League] a great competition and it has helped us significantly this year.

“It has helped develop our players, and is opening doors for everyone involved at the Club.

“For me, one of the key rewards of winning this weekend against Western Sydney Wanderers is getting another crack at the AFC Champions League next year.

“We were just 18 minutes away from a place in the round of 16, so this group of players know how close they have come to the opportunity to give the AFC Champions League knockout phase a real shake.

“We want to be back in the competition in 2015 so we can keep developing in Asia, representing the Hyundai A-League internationally, and impressing our own Club brand on the millions of football fans across the continent.”

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apan’s Kanto C h a m p i o n winning Rugirl Rugby Sevens team are returning to Australia to compete in the Fitness First Central Coast Sevens International Rugby Festival to be held in October.

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Rugirl 7 are widely regarded as Japan’s premier women’s sevens team featuring a number of high profile players with national experience including Marie Sooky Yamaguchi.

Rugby Sevens is enjoying significant growth due to the games’ inclusion in the 2016 Olympic Games to be held in Rio with the CC7s offering international sides premier game time providing development opportunity at the elite level.

The Rugirl 7 team contested their first CC7s in 2013 and said they were impressed with the standard of the tournament and confirmed their return this October to compete against a field of international and domestic teams.

The teams comprise: Australia (Australian National Side currently ranked second in Media release, 27 Apr 2014 the world); Canada Central Coast Mariners media (Canadian National Side currently ranked third in

Rugirl Rugby Sevens team

the world); Fijiana (Fijian National Side currently ranked eighth in the world); Brazil (Brazilian National Side currently ranked 11th in the world and are the 2016 Olympic Host Nation); Stars Rugby (USA Development Program); Bay of Plenty (New Zealand Representative side); Northern United (New Zealand Club Champions); Rugirl 7 (Japanese Kanto Champion); Melbourne City (Victorian Premier Club Side); ACT Brumbies (2013 Australian Women Sevens Champions); Sunnybank (Queensland Premier Club and CC7s Champion 2012); Te Whanau (Sydney based invitational side); Rockdale (Sydney

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Premier Club); Central Coast Academy of Sport ; Sydney Fiji Ranadi (Sydney Based Fijian Development side); and Tribe 7 (Queensland based invitational side featuring number of players with international experience defending CC7s Champions).

The 16 women’s teams join 16 men’s teams with premier sides from around Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Brazil, USA, Malaysia set to contest what is regarded

as the premier rugby sevens tournament in Australia outside of the world-series.

The women’s tournament is the premier women’s sevens tournament in the Southern Hemisphere.

A number of teams are expected to start arriving in the country early October to commence preparations for the tournament.

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P22 - Wyong Regional Chronicle - May 9, 2014

Second half rampage dismembers Wyong Roos he Illawarra Cutters, who led 6-0 at halftime, went on a second stanza rampage to dismember Wyong Roos 40-0 in the Round 9 VB NSW Cup clash at Morry Breen Field, Kanwal on Sunday, May 4.

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The Roos engineered several scoring opportunities in the early stages of the match, but failed to convert those chances into points, which potentially could have changed the complexion of the match.

The Cutters, watched

by St George Illawarra NRL coach Steve Price, were simply too good for the Roos in the second half as the weight of possession turned in favour of the southerners.

Illawarra were out of the blocks early.

Left centre Charly Runciman pushed off his opposite Shaune Corrigan and galloped into open space.

Runciman drew

Roos’ fullback Alex Langbridge before giving his outside man Geoff Daniela an uninterrupted run to the line.

Sam Williams converted to put the Cutters ahead 6-0 after three minutes.

The teams arm wrestled for the balance of the first half with both teams coming close to scoring.

Penalties and possession favoured Wyong and, despite camping for long periods in Illawarra territory, the Roos could not breach the Cutters’ defence.

But the home team went close.

Despite receiving a 4-2 penalty advantage

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and having the ball on four more occasions than Illawarra, the Roos went to the sheds at halftime six points behind the visitors.

The second half was a 34 point whitewash by the Cutters who dominated the Roos physically, and by weight of possession and field position.

Taking advantage of consecutive penalties, Thompson scored on the Roos left edge off a neat Sam Williams pass, slicing through a defensive line which slid rather than advanced square.

Once more on the back of consecutive penalties, Illawarra tested the Roos from inside the home team’s 10m, with replacement hooker Craig Garvey planting the ball beneath the posts from acting half.

Nicholls kicked wide to his right at the end of the Roos next possession set.

Wyong winger Dale Clacherty was first to the ball but lost it in goal as a scoring chance beckoned.

The Cutters responded by testing Wyong’s short side defence.

Even though the Roos had the numbers covered, the play ultimately released fullback Adam Quinlan supporting on the inside to score.

The Roos benefitted from three consecutive penalties.

Langbridge ran an inside line off Nicholls but was brought down

by Quinlan 4m short.

Nicholls kicked at the end of the set.

Eather blocked the kick with his legs.

The ball bounced invitingly for Eather, who grabbed his chance and outpaced the cover for an 80m solo try.

NRL forward Jack De Belin crashed into the Wyong defence from close range and spun out off the impact to score a soft try.

De Belin then crossed for his second and the last of the afternoon when he hit a short ball from Eather at pace and beat Langbridge in cover.

The Cutters were well managed around the park by Sam Williams at five eighth.

Williams kicked often and judiciously in general play, laid on a try for Thompson, involved his big, fast men with the ball, and converted six from seven attempts.

The Roos’ effort was consistent throughout the match, however, their dressing room resembled a war zone afterwards, with the Wyong doctor getting plenty of suturing practice.

The physical damage reflected the intensity and power of the Cutters’ performance.

Wyong were outclassed and outplayed in all departments in the second half.

Best for Wyong were Langbridge, Williams and O’Meley.

Wyong have the bye in round 10 and will go into the Round 11 match against Newtown still in ninth position.

Media release, 5 May 2014 Matt Lavin, Wyong Rugby League Club Group

Union round five to present some intriguing match ups ound five of the Central Coast Rugby Union competition will be held on Saturday, May 10, with Warnervale and Woy Woy meeting at Woy Woy Oval being one of the key matches to watch.

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“This is such important game for both teams because they have had mixed results this year and a win is so crucial for both teams in keeping touch with the competition leaders,” said Central Coast Rugby Union president Mr Larry Thomson.

“Warnervale were finalists last year, while Woy Woy have rebuilt this year and hope to be finalists this year.

“So in many ways this match is almost ‘make or break’ in terms of the Final Four, even at this early stage of the season.

“Woy Woy are at home which is a real advantage because Warnervale have not travelled well this year.

“Both teams are very physical up front teams and the match will not be for the faint hearted.

“Warnervale’s Afele Tongia has been dominant this season but he will be up against a huge forward pack at Woy Woy. “It will be a forward dominated match but Woy Woy do have the backs to cause damage.

“This is a crucial game and the result will be sought with much interest,” said Thomson.

The Entrance will be at home to Ourimbah at Joseph Banks Oval with Ourimbah going into the fixture as firm favourites.

“However both teams lost last week so both will be keen to quickly get back on track,” said Thomson.

“Ourimbah lost to Avoca Beach in a tight one while The Entrance could not match Terrigal in the latter stages of their match.

“Ourimbah have a very good all round team.

“The battle in the forwards will be the key and whoever comes out on top there will win the game.

“The Entrance are playing good rugby and are always a far stronger team at home at Bateau Bay. “This will be a hard fought clash but Ourimbah may just have too much experience across the board for the home side,” said Thomson.

Northlakes will travel to Heazlett Park to take on the inform Avoca Beach team.

“Avoca Beach would be expected to win this match but Northlakes are having a most effective season,” said Thomson.

“They are competing well against all teams.

“At present they lack a certain experience in their squad, and maybe some game breakers, but it can be guaranteed that they will go for the full 80 minutes and leave nothing in the tank,” he said.

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Wyong Regional Chronicle - May 9, 2014 - P23

Mariners’ season ends in a gallant defeat entral Coast Mariners’ 2013/14 Hyundai A-League season came to an end on Saturday, April 26, with Phil Moss’s men suffering a 2-0 defeat to Western Sydney Wanderers in the 2014 Grand Final Qualifier.

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Goals to Dutchman Youssouf Hersi and Italian midfielder Iacopo La Rocca ensured Tony Popovic’s team advanced to the Hyundai A-League’s decider at the Mariners’ expense, and brought the Mariners’ 2013-14 campaign to a close.

With the Mariners having only arrived back in Australia 36 hours prior to kick-off in Parramatta from their mid-week exertions in the AFC Champions League in Japan, it was always going to be a tall order for Moss’s men to topple a Wanderers side brimming with talent and playing at their raucous home base of Pirtek Stadium in Parramatta.

Yet Moss refused to make any excuses for the loss in his post-match press conference, instead opting to commend his men on their commitment to the cause and the Club throughout season nine of Australia’s top flight, and congratulate the Wanderers.

“We always expected it to be tough, particularly given the week that we’ve had,” Moss said.

“But I am just so proud of my players, the intensity and the energy

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“I’ve got nothing but pride.

“Of course there’s a large part of me that’s so disappointed with the result and the fact that we’ve fallen a game short of defending our title, but I can’t speak highly enough of my players.

“It’s a shame that we couldn’t go one step further for someone like [now retired attacker] Mile Sterjovski, I’ve got nothing but superlatives for that guy.

“He’s a consummate professional, he’s had an unbelievable career, he’s such a humble guy and he’s been such a massive part of our dressing room, so we wanted to go one step further for him but we fell short.”

The yellow and navy showed plenty of enthusiasm and endeavour to try and break down the Wanderers, with Mitchell Duke, Bernie Ibini, Josh Rose, Eddy Bosnar and Kim Seungyong all asking questions of the red-and-blacks in the final third.

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“I only see bright days ahead … there’s a lot of positives to come out of this season.”

After a few deserved days off, Central Coast Mariners will return to training throughout May. The squad will then go on annual leave throughout June, before the team of 2014/15 reconvenes to commence preparations for season 10 of the Hyundai A-League in July.

The Central Coast Mariners were named the Club of the Year by the Football Media Association at Football Federation Australia’s

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P24 - Wyong Regional Chronicle - May 9, 2014

Ourimbah Magpies defeated by Erina Eagles in hundred year old duel

Erina skipper Shane McFadden created havoc on the left edge Photo: Andrew Stark

The lights have turned green on the Karalta Rd roundabout and yet Corey Drew finds himself stuck in reverse Photo: Andrew Stark

he first Sunday of May saw the Erina Eagles and the Ourimbah before fullback Torren Cain with a try in front of the old ruck.

Erina quickly took Magpies battle it out in round seven of the Central Coast Rugby finished off an Eagles right wooden scoreboard before advantage of their newly Bainbridge took advantage side fl urry and crossed in League competition at Erina.

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The two districts have been duelling back for a number of years, but on this occasion, Erina prevailed 38-10.

The two teams played grand finals against each other in 1913 and 1915, both won 3-0 by the northern club.

An official, less challenge based Central Coast competition was forged in 1947 and Ourimbah were dominant for decades; meeting and defeating the men from Erina in the deciders of 1951, 1953 and 1960.

And, while there have

been no first grade grand finals played between the Magpies and the Eagles since, both clubs have experienced individual periods of success.

The Maggies’ on field fortunes are in transition as the top grade squad regenerates following on from a successful 20082011 mini era; a period in which Ourimbah won the 2010 premiership and were runners up in both 2008 and 2011.

Their future is bright if they can hang onto the young crop of local juniors including Darcy Cox,

Daniel Bell, Corey Drew and Marco Tetevano.

Erina on the other hand are serious contenders right now, and are in the middle of a challenge for the crow.

Succumbing 21-20 to Berkeley Vale in the decider last season, the Eagles have set their sights on going one better come September.

Given the projected fortunes of each club, it wasn’t surprising to see Erina jump to an early 10 point lead in Sunday’s match.

Nippy wingman Chris Bainbridge nabbed the opening try out wide

the archery range corner.

His brother Brayden Cain duly converted.

Ourimbah hit back mid-way through the half, however, when centre Mark Littlefield scooped up a Daniel Bell grubber kick, following a powerful break up centre field by Blayden Baird.

Magpie joy was short lived as they spilt the ensuing restart which allowed Erina’s Henry ‘Wrecking Ball’ Vaotuua to spear over.

Former Manly junior rep’ star Darcy Cox showed great strength to draw Ourimbah closer

of a Shane McFadden offload to scamper into his favoured left corner.

All of which left Erina ahead 22-10 at oranges.

Play ebbed and flowed during the first quarter hour of the second stanza as Ourimbah strived hard for the try that would put them back in touch.

Much to the disappointment of neutral observers, the challenge suddenly became insurmountable for the visitors when mid-way through the period, young forward Darcy Cox was sin binned for attempting to slow down the Eagles’

afforded numerical superiority and a big charge from Ben Steven allowed winger Chris Bainbridge to notch his hat-trick.

Further Eagles’ tries to tight forwards Dale Langford and Henry Vaotuua rounded out the day’s scoring.

A fresh faced scoreboard attendant hanging 38 next to 10 upon the board’s four allocated hooks and a healthy home team win was acknowledged by all those in attendance.

Media release, 6 May 2014 Andrew Stark, East Gosford

The Entrance and Berkeley Vale still unbeaten in MPL remier League heavyweights Wyoming and Berkeley Vale have set the scene for the top of the table clash on Sunday, May 11, with wins in their respective Round 4 matches.

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The two teams, who have dominated the competition for much of the past five years, will meet at Alan Davidson Park in a match that, even at this early stage of the season could have a significant effect on this season’s league championship.

Berkeley Vale were never threatened, scoring three goals in each half as they cruised to a 6-0 win over the struggling

Ourimbah team at Ourimbah Oval.

Brenton Olzomer led the way with a hat-trick, the third MPL player to do so this season, with Sam Feaver, Brad Smythe and Gavin Hardwick also on target.

Budgewoi and Gosford City played out a 1-all draw in their match at Budgewoi Football Club ground.

The visitors took the lead in the 24th minute

with captain/coach Ian McAndrew converting from the penalty spot after Budgewoi had a similar claim disallowed at the other end.

A save by Budgewoi’s goalkeeper, Steve Sneesby, not only kept his team in the game but spurred on his teammates and, with time running out in the second half, a well-worked set piece move saw Troy Runge head home what proved

to be the equalising goal.

Killarney District ended Umina United’s unbeaten start to the season with a 3-0 win in their match at Umina Oval.

Ex-Avoca midfielder, John Whelpdale, opened the scoring in the 15th minute with Jared Reed’s third goal in four days doubling the lead just before the break.

Tim Knight, back from his duties as the Mariners fitness manager, sealed the match midway through the second term

and saw the defending league champions leapfrog Umina into third place on the table on goal difference.

The Entrance joined Berkeley Vale and Wyoming as the only unbeaten teams with a comfortable 4-0 win over Kincumber at Pat Morley Oval.

Despite going in without their experienced duo of Terrie Dries and Matt Kenny the young Seagulls outfit always had the game in control.

Former East Gosford

stalwart, Daniel McBrien, scored his first goal for his new club from a freekick in the opening half with promising 18-yearold, Brad Blackman, extending the lead before the break.

A goal to Tyson Adams and a second to Blackman sealed the 4-0 win, The Entrance’s first of the season after draws in their previous two matches.

Media release, 5 May 2014 Alistair Kennedy, Central Coast Football