Issue 124 of Wyong Regional Chronicle by Central Coast Newspapers

Issue 124 August 29, 2017

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On Saturday, September 9, the community of the Central Coast will make history by electing 15 Councillors, the first democratically elected team to govern in the new, enormous Central Coast Council for a three-year period. In addition to sacking the elected representatives of the former Wyong and Gosford Councils, the NSW Government also carved up the new Central Coast Local Government Area into five wards: Budgewoi, The Entrance, Wyong, Gosford West and Gosford East. Residents of each Ward will be able to elect three Councillors to represent their particular area of the Coast. The Ward boundaries have been a surprise to most. They appear to be an attempt to dissolve the north-south divide between the two former Councils, instead dividing the Coast vertically, with three smaller wards hugging the Coast and the bulk of the new LGA appearing to be divided between the geographically large and

rather disparate wards of Wyong and Gosford West. The Wyong Ward reaches into the heart of the former Gosford LGA, as far south as Wyoming, Narara and North Gosford. The first challenge for every voter before September 9 will be to check and confirm which Ward they actually live in. That determines which candidates they will be able to vote for. The NSW Electoral Commission and Central Coast Council have interactive maps on their websites that can assist with finding out which Ward a voter is located in. A map of each Ward, the location of polling booths and information from each group of candidates is included elsewhere in this newspaper. It will be up to the newly-elected Council to determine whether or not to keep, throw out or rearrange the Wards. Council candidates

have been told it will be their duty to represent the whole local government area and not just the interests of their particular Ward. The quality of representation the community will receive under the new Central Coast Mega Council is one of the biggest questions remaining over its creation. Fifteen elected Councillors for a population of over 325,000 people and growing, means one of the lowest per person levels of local government representation in the State, if not the country. If the wards remain in place, there’s only three Councillors per approximately 66,000 people, who can directly address anyone’s concerns. That level of representation is going to require savvy, energetic, intelligent and experienced leadership, and management

prowess. So how do the candidates, all 93 of them, stack up? They are a very mixed bag. The two major parties, Liberal and Labor, have both shown absolute contempt for the coming election. Both left their preselection processes to the last available minute, having known the date of the election since the proclamation created the new Council. They were then both embroiled in internal issues, which slowed down their preselection processes, resulting in their candidates having less than four weeks to campaign. Obviously, Labor and Liberal are relying on high levels of voter inertia to get them across the line. They’re both expecting to have one candidate elected in each Ward, for very little effort. The Greens have run a six-week campaign and have made their platform clear with a couple of surprises. They’ve called for all candidates running as independents to declare any connections they have with political parties. Their position on issues like “planned retreat” for sea level rise may not appeal to the many residents whose homes cling to the Coast and edges of the region’s waterway. Save Tuggerah Lakes (STL) has also run a long campaign and they have attempted to distance

themselves from former Wyong Mayor, Mr Doug Eaton, and spread their message to include Brisbane Water as well as Tuggerah Lakes. Ms Kylie Boyle decided to form a new party, the Sustainable Development Party, to continue to fight for a more ecologically protective attitude towards developing the green fields and virgin bush areas like Glenning Valley. Several groups of independent candidates have been working hard for months to take the fight for places on the first elected Central Coast Council right up to the chins of the established parties. Ms Louise Greenaway’s team in the Wyong Ward, representing the Central Coast New Independents, is appealing to voters to make a clean break with the past and ensure the new Council is built on a foundation of transparency and community participation. Ms Julie Watson’s team in the Budgewoi Ward is working on a similar platform. There are also some familiar names running as independents, particularly former, at times controversial, Wyong Mayors, Mr Doug Eaton and Mr Greg Best. The candidates have a fascinating mix of life and professional experience and enthusiasm, all of whom declare that they have the best interests of the Central Coast at heart. The candidates that do

get elected on September 9 will set the tone for this region for at least the next 10 years. In the absence of any elected representatives or community committees, the current Administration, under the direct scrutiny of the NSW Government, has been ‘lining up the ducks’ to implement the State Government’s vision for the Central Coast. That vision is mainly about population growth and land use. It makes way for the opening of land west of the M1 for development and it has a favourable view of mining and extractive industries for the Coast. Wyong Regional Chronicle has asked each candidate to answer three questions that will, hopefully, shed some light on what they consider to be the important issues for their Ward and for the region as a whole. Whether or not their answers resonate with your views, may be one way of screening who to vote for. Please vote thoughtfully. The Central Coast Community has spent the past 16 months without elected representation and it now has an opportunity to ensure those 15 seats around the table are filled by the most deserving candidates who will truly serve the needs and aspirations of the community.

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he Labor Party of NSW may not announce or endorse its local government election candidates until two days before candidate registrations close.

The Wilson Road Carpark is set to fully reopen in the coming weeks

he parking crisis the successful completion “This is an exciting time for gripping Terrigal of this major infrastructure Terrigal as it continues to grow in popularity, with signiﬁcant could ﬁnally upgrade. be broken with the “Despite the impacts of investment in and around the area,” said Mr Dowling. reopening of the Wilson some inclement weather “We’re continuing to work during the construction period, Road Carpark announced we have worked closely with on catering for the needs of by Central Coast Council. our contractor to ensure the the region to complement

The carpark will be reopened in stages commencing from Thursday, July 27, with levels 1 and 2 reopened to the public and with levels 3 and 4 scheduled to reopen on Tuesday, August 15 (weather permitting). Council has heralded the $2.3m carpark upgrade as a major boon for the tourism hotspot notorious for its painful congestion and parking track record. The project also includes the installation of a lift within the carpark, CCTV, and the provision of additional disabled spaces on each ﬂoor, enhancing the facility’s overall accessibility. Council Administrator, Mr Ian Reynolds, said that an efﬁcient program of works had assisted

efﬁcient completion of this project,” said Mr Reynolds. “We’re continuing to invest in Terrigal as one of the state’s premier tourist destinations, and infrastructure improvements such as this redevelopment will go a long way to supporting the ongoing growth of the area. “The addition of these 110 car spaces has been carried out in conjunction with upgrade works on the Scenic Hwy, improving the overall connectivity and access to the town centre,” said Mr Reynolds. Group Leader of Assets, Infrastructure and Business, Mr Mike Dowling, said that the upgrade of the Wilson Rd Carpark was part of wider investment into the Terrigal region.

this growth, and have plans to invest almost $2.2m through improvements to the area’s pedestrian and trafﬁc ﬂow, thanks to the NSW Government’s Stronger Communities Fund. “Council will also be revitalising the Terrigal Lagoon Foreshore, with $825,000 invested into the redevelopment of the play space in Rotary Park, as well as the proposed construction of a skate park. “I would like to again extend my sincere thanks to the Terrigal community for their patience and understanding during the upgrade of the Wilson Rd Carpark,” Mr Dowling concluded. Source: Media release, Jul 24 Central Coast Council Media

The General Secretary of NSW Labor, Ms Kaila Murnain, announced, via Twitter, shortly after 9:00am on Monday, July 24, that former Gosford Councillor, NSW Legislative Council Member and Federal Member for Robertson, Ms Belinda Neal, had been expelled from the party. “The party ofﬁcers today adopted the decision of the Internal Appeals Tribunal and resolved that Belinda Neal be expelled from NSW Labor,’ Ms Murnain’s tweet said. “The Internal Appeals Tribunal found that Ms Neal engaged in unworthy conduct and failed to support the Rules of the Labor party to the best of her ability,” NSW Labor said in a written statement. “The NSW Labor Internal Appeals Tribunal (IAT) instructed the Party Ofﬁce to delay announcing the result of the public selection ballot for Central Coast Council. “The IAT received a number of challenges to the eligibility of voters for the pre-selection. “The result of the ballot will be provided to party members as soon as the Review Tribunal has met to consider the challenges. “NSW Labor is dedicated to ensuring that Labor candidates for Central Coast Council are out campaigning as soon as possible,” the statement said. Via text message, Ms Neal, who had stood for preselection at the Woy Woy CWA Hall on Sunday, July 23, made a statement at 11.45am on July

24. “I have been in hospital since 6:00am,” she said. “I have not seen anything but the media has rung. “The ALP Tribunal proceeded with a hearing in my absence when I had a medical certiﬁcate, so with only one side of the story being told, what would you expect? “The decision is subject to appeal to the review tribunal and I hope that they will deal with the claims fairly,” she said. Labor Party preselection for the Gosford West and Gosford East Wards took place at Woy Woy, whereas the party ballot for the other three wards was held at Ourimbah. It is understood the preselection votes were counted in the Wyong, The Entrance and Budgewoi Wards. Lead candidates were Lisa Matthews in The Entrance, Doug Vincent in Budgewoi and newcomer Kyle MacGregor in the Wyong Ward. Participants in the Gosford West and Gosford East ward preselection ballots were told ballot boxes would be sealed and taken to Sydney for counting. One former senior Labor ofﬁcial who took part in the ballot said he believed the sealing and removal of ballot boxes was unprecedented in the party’s history.

He said he believed the treatment of party members in the two wards had been “disgusting” and that he believed there was no legitimate reason votes could not have been counted at Woy Woy as “all disputes had been settled the night before”. The former party ofﬁcial said he believed the expulsion of Belinda Neal and delay of vote counting was the continuation of an ongoing power struggle between the “Deborah O’Neill camp and the Belinda Neal and John Della Bosca camp that has been going on for years”. Ms Neal had told Coast Community News on Thursday, July 22, that she was standing for preselection in West Gosford Ward. She was in hospital on Saturday with an illness, attended the preselection ballot at Woy Woy on Sunday, and then returned to hospital on the Monday morning. Her husband, former NSW parliamentarian, Mr John Della Bosca, attended the preselection ballot using a walking frame, as it is understood he had a hip surgery in the days prior to the vote. Coast Community News has requested interviews with Ms Murnain but she has been “unavailable”. Senator Deborah O’Neill, who is junior vice president of NSW Labor, would not comment on internal party matters. Source: Media statement, Jul 24 David Dobson, NSW Labor Media statement, Jul 24 Belinda Neal, Woy Woy Bay Jackie Pearson, journalist

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Belinda Neal expulsion delays Labor council candidate preselection

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ormer Wyong Mayor, Mr Doug Eaton, appears to have failed in his bid to stand as a Liberal Party candidate in the Wyong Ward for the first election of Central Coast Council.

There was still a slim possibility that he could be preselected for the Ward of Budgewoi, but the decision was in the hands of the party’s State Executive, as Wyong Regional Chronicle went to print. The NSW Liberal Party head office would not confirm the outcomes of the preselection held on Saturday, July 29, to choose candidates to stand in all five Wards for the new Council. Wyong Regional Chronicle was advised that the outcome of the preselection was “unofficial” until candidates were endorsed by Liberal Party head office. Several “gaps” remained on tickets in some Wards, and the Liberal Party head office was charged with filling those gaps. It was expected to announce candidate

ABC 4 Corners blows the lid off massive waste dumping at Mangrove Mountain

N The ﬁre-damaged NSW Fisheries boatshed next to Fisherman’s Wharf at Woy Woy Photos: Tim Conway

A prompt call by a resident to NSW Fire and Rescue meant the ﬁre was contained and did not spread to Fisherman’s Wharf

Waterfront cordoned off after fire Part of the Woy Woy waterfront was cordoned off as a crime scene following a suspicious ﬁre at a boat shed on the morning of Wednesday, August 2. Minor trafﬁc diversions were put in place around The Esplanade

endorsements once all gaps were filled. Mr Eaton put himself forward as a nominee in the Wyong Ward only. It is understood that he withdrew nominations for the Wards of Budgewoi and Gosford East, prior to the preselection. According to Liberal sources who did not wish to be quoted, former Gosford Councillor, Mr Chris Burke, was preselected as number one candidate for the Wyong Ward, the only position considered winnable by the Liberals in that Ward. Ms Jilly Pillon was preselected as the number one Liberal candidate in The Entrance Ward.

Mr Troy Marquart was preselected for the Gosford West Ward. Ms Rebecca Gale Collins and Ms Kerryanne Delaney were preselected in the Gosford East Ward, where the Liberal Party believes it can get two councillors over the line in the September 9 election. Following Mr Eaton’s withdrawal from the ballot for Budgewoi, Mr Burke and Mr Marquart were the only nominees to stand in that ward. Continued P8

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and Brick Wharf Rd with an exclusion zone of 100 metres. Fire and Rescue Central Coast’s Inspector Bob Barton said the ﬁre started at around 4.25am and was attended by three ﬁre trucks, police and ambulance. The timber-clad six metre by

three metre shed with a steel roof was owned by NSW ﬁsheries but, according to Mr Barton, it was mostly empty apart from some tools. Fire crews and emergency services worked throughout the morning to contain the blaze and

prevent it from spreading to nearby structures. What started the ﬁre remains unknown and investigations are ongoing. The ﬁre did not spread to the adjoining Fisherman’s Wharf restaurant, Mr Barton said.

SOURCES: Website, 2 Aug 2017 Daniel Sullivan, Brisbane Water LAC Facebook page Interview, 3 Aug 2017 Bob Barton, NSW Fire and Rescue Central Coast Reporter: Dilon Luke

Belinda Neal fights Labor expulsion An aerial view of the land to be rezoned

new residential environmentally-sensitive that will cater to a diverse subdivision with Porters Creek Wetlands. mix of groups, including The land is currently a range of ages, income up to 186 additional dwellings could be zoned E3 Environmental levels and cultures,” said built in Warnervale, if Management, R2 Low a staff report presented to the ordinary meeting of a planning proposal Density Residential and Central Coast Council on RE1 Public Recreation. goes ahead. Wednesday, July 26. The proposal to rezone land at 15 to 35 Warnervale Rd and part of 95 to 105 and 107 to 171 Virginia Rd, Warnervale, has been forwarded to the NSW Minister for Planning for a gateway determination. The land is located next to the Warnervale Flood Plain, which includes the

If permitted, it will be rezoned to R1 General Residential, R2 Low Density Residential and RE1 Public Recreation. “The intended outcome is to enable the subdivision and development of the land to accommodate a variety of housing types, from single dwellings to medium-density housing,

“The proponent and AV Jennings have been in ongoing consultation with Council staff to ensure the proposal will encourage activity and provide opportunities for social interaction across the site,” the staff report said.

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Woy Woy Bay resident, Ms Belinda Neal, continues to ﬁght her expulsion from the NSW Labor Party and has called for the preselection ballot held on Sunday, July 23, to be counted. The former Gosford councillor, NSW Legislative Council member, Federal Member for Robertson and Senator was expelled by party ofﬁcials on the advice of the Internal Appeals Tribunal the day after she participated in the ballot at the Woy Woy CWA Hall. NSW Labor general secretary Ms Kaila Murnain made the announcement via Twitter shortly after 9am on Monday, July 24. “The IAT received a number of challenges to the eligibility of voters for the pre-selection,” she said. “The Internal Appeals Tribunal found that Ms Neal engaged in unworthy conduct and failed to

support the Rules of the Labor party to the best of her ability,” NSW Labor said in a written statement. “The NSW Labor Internal Appeals Tribunal instructed the Party Ofﬁce to delay announcing the result of the public selection ballot for Central Coast Council. “The result of the ballot will be provided to party members as soon as the Review Tribunal has met to consider the challenges. “NSW Labor is dedicated to ensuring that Labor candidates for Central Coast Council are out campaigning as soon as possible,” the statement said. Ms Neal made a statement via text message at 11.45am on July 24. “I have been in hospital since 6am,” she said. “I have not seen anything but the media has rung. “The ALP Tribunal proceeded with a hearing in my absence when

I had a medical certificate. “So with only one side of the story being told, what would you expect? “The decision is subject to appeal to the review tribunal and I hope that they will deal with the claims fairly,” she said. Ms Neal has since appealed the expulsion but no outcome has been announced. She has called on the party to count the votes from the preselection. Labor Party pre-selection for the Gosford West and Gosford East Wards took place at Woy Woy but officials told candidates the ballot box would be sealed and taken back to Labor Head Office where it would remain until the resolution of Ms Neal’s appeal and other internal disputes about the eligibility of some members to vote. On Friday, August 4, Ms Neal said: “The rules of the party require

the ballot to be counted and it hasn’t been. “The ballot should have been counted on the day,” she said. “I have written to the ALP to call for it to count the vote it has already conducted,” she said Ms Neal said her main concern was for Labor to have a strong and electable team of candidates in the ﬁeld campaiging. She had told Peninsula News on Thursday, July 22, that she was standing for pre-selection in West Gosford Ward. She was in hospital on Saturday with an illness, attended the preselection ballot at Woy Woy on Sunday, and then returned to hospital on the Monday morning. Her husband, former NSW parliamentarian Mr John Della Bosca, attended the pre-selection ballot using a walking frame, as it is understood he had a hip surgery in the days prior to the vote. On Friday, August 4, Ms Neal

repeated her statement that she remained keen to represent the Gosford West Ward on the new Central Coast Council Senator Deborah O’Neill, who is junior vice president of NSW Labor, would not comment on internal party matters. SOURCES: Media statement, 24 Jul 2017 David Dobson, NSW Labor Media statement, 24 Jul 2017 Interview, 4 Aug 2017 Belinda Neal, Woy Woy Bay Reporter: Jackie Pearson

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SW Shadow Minister for the Environment, the State Labor Members for Gosford, Wyong and The Entrance, The Greens NSW and the Community Environment Network are all demanding that the NSW Government urgently intervenes to resolve waste issues confronting the Central Coast.

A report on the August 8 edition of ABC 4 Corners program revealed signiﬁcant problems with the waste industry across NSW, with two important Central Coast examples highlighted. The Community Environment Network (CEN) has called for a full inquiry into the actions of decision makers for their role in the dumping of nearly one million cubic metres of waste at Mangrove Mountain since 2008. “CEN and locals have been pilloried, ignored and accused of misleading the public,” said CEN chairman, Mr John Asquith. “Monday night on ABC 4 Corners, we found out why? corrupt staff, massive amounts of money and self-interest,” he said. The object of the dumping was originally to level a small part of the Mangrove Mountain RSL Memorial Golf Course with clean ﬁll. “Since then, it has grown to nearly one million cubic metres, with another 1.3 million tonnes awaiting an EPA licence.” According to CEN, the whole

Drone photo shows the size of the landﬁll by 2017

board of the EPA was culpable and should be sacked by NSW Premier, Ms Gladys Berejiklian “There needs to be an investigation into the sordid facts behind Gosford Council’s and the NSW Environment Protection Authority’s apparent gross neglect of statutory

the dumping by claiming that the EPA had assured him that the waste was safe and not a problem. “However, the waste dump by that time was already well above the level of the 280,000 tonnes approved by Gosford Council.

time. “Presumably, Mr Holstein took their advice and did not check or believe the community that elected him.” CEN wants to see the dump closed and an Inquiry into the actions of the EPA. Mr Asquith said that it was

“There needs to be an investigation into the sordid facts behind Gosford Council’s and the NSW Environment Protection Authority’s apparent gross neglect of statutory responsibilities. - John Asquith responsibilities. “In 2014, former Mayor and then state member for Gosford, Mr Chris Holstein, defended

“Large sections of the waste were of unknown origin. “We now know that corrupt staff were involved at that

time that investigation of environmental issues worth over $20 million was taken away from the EPA and local

in Queensland; ignored the collapse in recycling rates to occur with no planning, support or strategies; allowed a culture of misleading information and spin to be foisted on the public; tolerated poor behaviour and corruption and attempted to cover up, instead of clean up; attacked and marginalised anyone who complained; and, kept information secretive with no real transparency. One year ago, Greens MP, Dr Mehreen Faruqi, gave notice for a parliamentary enquiry into the Mangrove Mountain landfill and the role of both the EPA and the former Gosford Council in approving the private tip at the head of the water catchment of the Central Coast. “The 4 Corners program has Photo: Andrew Cooney Photography highlighted the need for a full councils and managed by the parliamentary inquiry and the NSW Police, in the same way Central Coast Greens demand that similar high-value planning that it now goes ahead matters were managed by the immediately,” said Central NSW Government as state Coast Greens spokesperson, significant. Ms Kate da Costa. “In the four years to “The Central Coast Greens 2016, there had been no particularly support an prosecutions by the EPA of investigation into Gosford anyone for causing serious Council’s actions. harm to the environment. “For several years, members “Incredibly, fines for less of the Central Coast Greens serious breaches have been have supported the calls by an average of only 84 per year Mangrove Mountain residents, for the past 10 years. who have been concerned “CEN wants to see the EPA about allegations of improper Board sacked immediately,” dumping, water contamination Mr Asquith said. and overdevelopment. According to CEN, over the Continued page 3 past six years that EPA had: EPA referral to ICAC : overseen no prosecutions for causing serious harm to the page 4 environment (Tier 1 Offences); More on page 6, 12, 13 allowed illegal dumping to flourish; taken no action on waste dumping from NSW

Airport (Restrictions) Act decision a blow to Council’s expansion plans he NSW Minister for Planning, Mr Anthony Roberts, has decided to keep the Warnervale Airport (Restrictions) Act in place.

Central Coast Council expressed its disappointment following the announcement, stating that the decision would impact on the Council’s masterplan for the Central Coast Airport. Independent candidate for the Wyong Ward, and long-term campaigner to keep the Act in place, Mr Laurie Eyes, said the Minister’s decision was a stunning victory for the community and a rebuke for Council. Mr Roberts announced his decision to keep the Warnervale Airport (Restrictions) Act on Friday, August 11. Mr Roberts said the current regulations restricting further development and expansion of the airport would remain. After an extensive review by the Department of Planning and Environment, which included significant community and stakeholder consultation, Mr Roberts accepted recommendations to keep the Act as it currently stands. This means that any expansion sought by Central Coast Council, owner of the airport,

Ms Louise Greenaway, independent candidate for the Wyong Ward, near ongoing Council work at the Central Coast Airport will require ministerial consent. “We have made sure that everybody had a chance to have their say, council, community and other stakeholders, in regards to Central Coast Council’s request to repeal the Act,” Mr Roberts said. “The Department ensured that all matters

raised were adequately addressed before finalising the review. “Expanding the operations to create an aviation hub or regional airport is a big deal to local communities and not a decision that could ever be taken lightly. “Based on the recommendations by the Department, I have

decided to leave the Act in place, meaning that any significant expansion of the airport and its operations by the Council will still need ministerial consent. “I believe this remains the most appropriate way to currently regulate activities at the airport.” Mr Roberts said the government would

consider whether additional controls on future development at Warnervale Airport might be needed to ensure any further proposals were subject to community consultation, rigorous environmental assessment and determined by an appropriately impartial body.

Central Coast Council Administrator, Mr Ian Reynolds, said Warnervale Airport, now Central Coast Airport, was the only airport managed by a Council in Australia that was subject to such restrictions, particularly relating to aircraft movements. Mr Reynolds said Council had been up front about its desire to develop the airport for general aviation and leaving the Act in place could impact on this possibility. “The airport is a major asset for Council and the community, with the potential to create hundreds of jobs and opportunities for our growing community,” Mr Reynolds said. “We know this because we recently tested the market, with our Expression of Interest process to turn the airport into a general aviation hub, and the response was positive. “We are currently developing a masterplan out of this EOI process which was always going to be subject to rigorous community consultation and state government scrutiny. “This announcement has significant potential to affect this process and our ability to promote employment on the Central Coast.”

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Hillview St nursing home proposal is rejected Central Coast Council has refused the application to build a 160-bed nursing home on a 1.66 hectare site at 45 Hillview Street, Woy Woy. The $27.8 million application sought to modify a previouslyapproved DA from 2006 for a 60-unit self-care seniors’ living development to the latest proposal for a160-bed residential aged care facility. According to an assessment report prepared by Central Coast Council staff, the proposed modifications to the original consent would have included an additional storey to result in a three-storey building and changing a pitched roof to a flat roof. Car parking in the Section 96 application was actually reduced from 75 spaces to 53 and both the internal layout and external appearance of the development were altered. The staff report recommended “Council as consent authority refuse consent to the Section 96 (2) Part 7 application to modify Development Consent 30219 to the approved Senior Living and Ancillary Facilities.” The reasons given in the report to justify refusal included that the proposal was not substantially the same development originally approved and modified. “The proposal involves radical transformation from that approved,” the report said. “The proposal is not essentially and materially the same development due to the significant increase or change in floor space, height, number of storeys, value of the development, internal layout, external appearance, shadow impact, and change of use.” Other reasons for the refusal were listed as: “The additional impact on the vegetation in the conservation zone by increased overshadowing, buildings closer to root system of trees, use of nonnative species in landscaping, and construction of timber boardwalk through the conservation area.” The community has been campaigning to protect the

An aerial view of the proposed nursing home site

gazetted ecologically endangered community of Umina Coastal Sandplain Woodland located on the site since 2004. An application for a Seniors Living development containing 41 dwellings together with community and recreational facilities was refused by the former Gosford Council at its meeting of February 1, 2005. The applicant appealed Council’s refusal to the NSW Land and Environmental Court. During the Appeal, the proposal was amended to 39 units. The Court subsequently upheld the Council’s refusal. The Court’s reasons for upholding Council’s refusal were that even though the applicant produced a Species Impact Statement (that had previously not accompanied the application) to the Court, the Court ruled that the Council could not have determined the application without having sought the concurrence of the Department of Environmental and Conservation. A new application was lodged and development consent was granted on May 14, 2007, for Seniors Living and Ancillary Facilities (indoor swimming

pool, basement car parking and community hall), subject to conditions. This consent approved 37 selfcare units. The UCSW on the land was preserved and protected by a positive covenant in an existing development consent and registered on March 18, 2008. “This consent has been modiﬁed ﬁve times and the current development contains 56 self-care senior living dwellings, including a community hall, indoor swimming pool, 75 car parking spaces, car wash bay, ambulance bay and bushland conservation area,” the staff report said. “The approved development contains basement car parking and two residential levels above with a pitched roof. “Following a preliminary assessment of the current s96(2) application, Council advised the applicant that the changes resulted in the development not being substantially the same development. “It was suggested to the applicant that the s96(2) application be withdrawn and a new development application be lodged.

“The applicant submitted legal advice that they wish Council to determine the current s96(2) application.” According to the assessment report that recommended refusal of the latest application, the addition of one floor would have raised the ceiling height from 7.85 metres to 11.05 metres above ground level. “The applicant contends that as the additional floor level is essentially contained within the former roof space, the change to the overall height is minor and has not significant additional impact. “This is not agreed with. “Such a qualitative change is not consistent with the character of the area and is not substantially the same development,” the report said. Many of the 28 objections submitted by community members also pointed out that the previous consent had expired as physical commencement had not been achieved by the developer. Council’s staff assessment report did not agree with the community in this regard. “Due to site clearing, registration of the positive covenant, erection of fencing and signage to protect the UCSW, preparation of a

Bushland Management Plan and water and sewer connections being carried out prior to May 14, 2012, Council conﬁrmed on May 30, 2016 that the consent had physically commenced. “Therefore, the current consent has not lapsed and may be modiﬁed.” In conclusion, the staff-prepared assessment report said: “A residential care facility or nursing home is a facility which is needed in the community and is generally supported. “However the change to the original and current consent is beyond that under s 96(2) as the proposal is not substantially the same development. “A new development application should be submitted with a proposed building of two storeys consistent with the character of the area. “The impact of the proposal on the character of the area and the bushland in the conservation area is greater than that previously considered acceptable. “The assessment concludes that the proposal is not substantially the same development. “The proposal is a radical transformation from that previously approved. “The use, internal layout, and external appearance are completely different. “The increase in overall height and change to roof line increases the bulk and scale and creates additional overshadowing in the afternoon in the winter time on the vegetation to be protected in the conservation area. “The proposal is not essentially and materially the same development,” the report said. The applicant has the right to appeal in the Land and Environmental Court under Section 97 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 six months after the date on which the applicant receives notice in respect to Council’s decision. SOURCE: Assessment report, 16 Aug 2017 DA30219/2006, Central Coast Council Gosford DA Tracker

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ICAC to investigate Central Coast Council and Gosford Council over landfill entral Coast Council whether they be individuals has conﬁrmed or the organisation,” Mr Harris that it, and the said. former Gosford Council, “People are up in arms that have been referred to their water supply could have been put at risk,” he said. the NSW Independent Commission Against In a written statement, Central Coast Council said: Corruption (ICAC). “Council is aware of reports

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ormer Gosford Council employee and independent candidate for the Gosford West Ward in the Central Coast Council election, Mr Gary Chestnut, said it was essential that the NSW Government held an inquiry into how the Mangrove Mountain landﬁll morphed from a small golf course remodelling project into an improperly regulated dump the size of a regional waste facility.

Mr Chestnut remains subjected to a conﬁdentiality agreement he entered into with Gosford Council as an outcome of a constructive dismissal case, so he is only able to comment on matters that are in the public domain. As a result of extensive Government Information

Public Access (GIPA) searches, documents have been placed on the public record that enable Mr Chestnut to provide more information on issues that, he said, need to be properly explored by a full commission of inquiry. According to Mr Chestnut, the former Gosford Council’s decision to enter mediation with landﬁll operator Verde Terra, instead of prosecuting the company in the Land and Environment Court, was based on incomplete and incorrect information from both the EPA and from members of Council’s own staff. Mr Chestnut said that whilst employed by Gosford Council, he had recommended against approval of the original DA for the golf course remodelling. Because the original DA was for clean ﬁll, no leachate barrier was required. Over time, from as early as 2001, the EPA made

amendments to the Mangrove Mountain Landfill’s licence conditions and expanded the types of waste allowed. Mr Chestnut said a leachate barrier and leachate collection system were required from 2003 but were not installed until 2009. A leachate barrier and leachate protection system should protect potentially contaminated leachate from the landfill leaking into the aquifer located below the landfill or flowing into the surrounding environment and waterways. Central Coast Council has refused to release a 2005 compliance report, that Mr Chestnut has seen, and that documented the landfill’s “compliance and non-compliance” with each condition of consent. From the early 2000s until 2011, Mr Chestnut had no direct involvement with

managing Council’s conditions of consent at Mangrove Mountain Landfill. In December 2011, he received a letter from the NSW Office of Water stating that the Mangrove Mountain landfill was non-compliant. He directed the letter to Council’s then manager of education and compliance and senior compliance officer, who also had due regard to the 2005 compliance report. In April 2012 the senior compliance officer informed both the NSW Office of Water and the waste operator that the site was operating within its consent. Mr Chestnut said he believed the senior compliance officer’s interpretation of the conditions of consent that Council had applied to the site were “grossly incorrect”.

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The referral has been made by the NSW Shadow Minister for the Environment, Ms Penny Sharpe, following the damning allegations made in the ABC 4 Corners report on Monday, August 7, in relation to the mismanagement of a landﬁll at Mangrove Mountain and illegal dumping at Spencer. Shadow Minister for the Central Coast, Mr David Harris, said Gosford Council had originally referred itself to ICAC via then CEO, Mr Paul Anderson. “Now Penny Sharpe has referred Gosford Council and Central Coast Council to ICAC,” Mr Harris said. “Given what was exposed by 4 Corners, the Central Coast people deserve to have a thorough investigation into what was Council’s role in it,

that the NSW Opposition has reported the former Gosford Council to ICAC, as a result of a program aired on ABC TV. “Council is already undertaking its own internal review of the former Gosford Council ﬁles and records. “Council will cooperate fully should ICAC launch an investigation. “Because the matters have now been referred to ICAC Council will be making very limited comment from this time onwards,” the statement said. Source: Interview, Aug 10 Central Coast Council media Interview, Aug 10 David Harris, Shadow Minister for the Central Coast Media statement, Aug 10 Central Coast Council media Jackie Pearson, journalist

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ne year, three months, four weeks and one day after its two Council’s were dismissed by the NSW Government and replaced by an Administrator, the community will be able to vote for the first-ever combined Central Coast Council. On Saturday, September 9, the community of the Central Coast will make history by electing 15 Councillors, the first democratically elected team to govern in the new, enormous Central Coast Council for a three-year period. In addition to sacking the elected representatives of the former Wyong and Gosford Councils, the NSW Government also carved up the new Central Coast Local Government Area into five wards: Budgewoi, The Entrance, Wyong, Gosford West and Gosford East. Residents of each Ward will be able to elect three Councillors to represent their particular area of the Coast. The Ward boundaries have been a surprise to most. They appear to be an attempt to dissolve the north-south divide between the two former Councils, instead dividing the Coast vertically, with three smaller wards hugging the Coast and the bulk of the new LGA appearing to be divided between the geographically large and

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group of around 100 Central Coast residents have been working, since November 2016, to put together a Community Plan for Central Coast (CPCC). The group has included community members from every corner of the Coast and from a diversity of political persuasions, all with the aim of providing the community with a non-party-political blueprint for the future of the Central Coast. The plan, published in its entirety from page 17 to 24 in this edition of the Wyong Regional Chronicle, is intended to offer the community an alternative to the NSW Government’s Central Coast Regional Plan 2036, which is fundamentally a document about land use in the region. The two foundation members of the CPCC, Dr Van Davy of Pearl Beach, and Ms Marcelle

Marcelle Hoff Hoff of Ettalong, have both experienced life in the independent political space. Ms Hoff was an independent Councillor on the City of Sydney Council and has run successful grass roots community campaigns. Dr Davy ran as an independent for the Federal Seat of Robertson in the 2016 national election. Community Plan Central Coast has been supported by candidates and candidate groups who are running for election to the Central Coast Council on September 9. Ms Julie Watson, who is running as an independent in the

Budgewoi Ward, and Mr Doug Vincent, who is Labor’s lead candidate in the Budgewoi Ward, both helped in the formulation of Community Plan Central Coast. CPCC then held a meeting in Ourimbah and decided to support several groups of candidates. The New Independents in Wyong Ward, led by Ms Louise Greenaway, have the support of CPCC. CPCC, having heard a “pitch” from interested candidates, has also given its support to The Greens tickets in Wyong, The Entrance and Budgewoi Wards, and to each Labor Party ticket in those three wards. Having held two meetings in late 2016 to study and analyse the NSW Government’s Central Coast Regional Plan 2036, CPCC then held public meetings in January to discuss whether there should be an alternative plan, and if so, what its scope should

Van Davy be. “The idea was born that we have a preferred future big picture for the Central Coast,” said Dr Davy. “We are told that you cannot have a Central Coast Local Government Plan that incorporates NSW and Federal Government responsibilities, but when you go to a Federal election, you do not have a local plan,” he said. “All you are looking at is issues like defence, border protection etc. “In a NSW election, no one is running an idea about what our locale should look like. “It is only when you get to local government

that local issues are considered, so it is absolutely crucial someone somewhere has a plan that can feed in to other jurisdictions. “The Central Coast is now the biggest council in the country, so it can feed into State and Federal jurisdictions, and especially across some of the biggest swing seats in both the State and nation.” Dr Davy said he believed CPCC was new for Australia and “turns politics on its head”. The Plan was recently presented to some senior staff within Central Coast Council and they greeted it with enthusiasm, Dr Davy said. “If you vote for the candidates who support CPCC, you will be voting for a clean person who will be working on your behalf. “You will be voting for a future, for an entire idea of what your Central Coast should be. “No matter what the

result of the election, we are a public grouping of people with no leader and no political affiliation. “We will hold a meeting on the Tuesday following the election. “We will review the results, and if we don’t get the eight candidates needed to elect the mayor, we will be discussing our priorities for defence. “In the event that we do get the eight elected, it will be a meeting about a range of management matters, which parts of the plan will go first, and what discussions will need to be had with council officers, because a lot of this is research based. “The nature of that meeting will depend on the outcomes of the election, but it will be a meeting of the Community Plan’s supporters,” he said. Source: Interview, Aug 24 Van Davy, Community Plan Central Coast Jackie Pearson, journalist

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Voters confused about which Ward they should vote in

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entral Coast New Independents’ candidate for Wyong Ward, Ms Louise Greenaway, said she believed many voters remained confused about which Ward they should vote in on September 9.

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orthern Central Coast residents are reminded that early voting for the NSW Local Council Election is now open for those who cannot vote on election day, which is September 9. “There is no internet voting for NSW council elections, and you can only vote at the polling places allocated to your council area or ward,” said NSW Electoral Commissioner, Mr John Schmidt. “So if you can’t get to a polling place on election day, it is important that you plan to vote

beforehand,’ Mr Schmidt said. Mr Schmidt said he encouraged residents who wished to vote by post to do so without delay. “Anyone who wants to apply for a postal vote should do so soon,” he said. “While applications close at 5:00pm on Monday, September 4, people in remote locations, with limited mail services, need to act quickly in order to receive and return their ballot papers in time,” Mr Schmidt said. “Everyone who has requested a postal vote should receive their postal vote pack in the

next few days.” Postal voting applications must be made to the NSW Electoral Commission by 5:00pm Monday, September 4. Irrespective of the ward a voter lives in, they can pre-poll at any of the following locations: Blue Haven Community Hall, 1 Aspley Court; 26 The Entrance Rd; Central Coast Returning Officer’s office, 2/1 Reliance Drive, Tuggerah; Toukley Presbyterian Church, 37 Victoria Ave; and, Wyong Pre-poll, 11-13 Hely Street. Other locations include: Gosford Showground; Sydney Town Hall; Terrigal 50-plus Learning

and Leisure Centre; The Erina Centre meeting room three; and Woy Woy Stadium. Pre-poll venues will be open from 8:30am to 5:30pm (Monday to Friday) and 9:00am to 5:00pm on Saturday. Pre-polling will operate extended hours on Friday, September 8, closing at 6:00pm. On Election Day, polling places will be open from 8:00am until 6:00pm. Source: Media release, Aug 25 John Schmidt, NSW Electoral Commission Website, Aug 28 Votensw.info, find a prepolling venue Media release, Aug 27 Central Coast Council media

Ms Greenaway said she urged voters to check which ward they are enrolled in before the election. “After Gosford and Wyong councils were merged, the Central Coast was divided into five new wards for voting,” Ms Greenaway said. “Many people will find themselves in a Ward they were not expecting to be in,” she said. “Most people are

dumbfounded when they learn that North Gosford, Narara, Niagara Park, Wyoming and Lisarow are in Wyong Ward. “Wyong Ward is huge and includes Watanobbi and Warnervale. “Another point of confusion is that parts of the suburb of East Gosford are actually in Gosford West ward. “Voters are advised to allow extra time to vote due to the confusion that is anticipated at the booths. “To find out which ward you are in, and who the candidates are, go to vote.nsw.info or ring 1300 135 736,” she said. Source: Media release, Aug 23 Louise Greenaway, New Independents candidate, Wyong Ward

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NRMA disputes candidate’s statement on Wyong roads $22.5 million road funding backlog still exists in the former Wyong Shire, despite former Mayor and independent candidate in the Wyong Ward, Mr Doug Eaton, claiming the former Council had a $0 infrastructure backlog.

According to the NRMA’s annual Funding Local Roads report, based on figures submitted by the two former Council’s, another $22.5 million will need to be found to fund local roads in the north of the new Central Coast local government area to a safe standard. According to Mr Eaton, during his last period as Mayor of Wyong, the shire had the “highest road funding in the State”.

“On every measure, Wyong Council was not perfect but competent,” Mr Eaton said. However, the NRMA’s annual Funding Local Roads report begged to differ with Mr Eaton’s assessment. It stated that local roads in the former Wyong LGA required expenditure of $22.5 million to get them to a safe level. Central Coast Council issued a written response to the NRMA report. Council said it had “recently announced $551 million of essential services, and a record $207.9 million capital works program. “A major part of this investment is $71.7 million on roads, transport and drainage projects. “Earlier this year, Council also undertook a comprehensive road condition assessment across its entire sealed

road network of over 2,200km of sealed road pavement. “The data collected will be used to develop future road renewal programs and determine the most effective way to treat and manage Council’s road assets. “Council continues to encourage residents to support the maintenance and development of our road network by reporting any potholes,” the statement said. However, based on the NRMA’s assessment, Council’s budget is still $10 million short of the combined roads spending backlog of the two former councils. Source: Media release, Aug 24 Helen Machalias, NRMA Media statement, Aug 25 Central Coast Council media Interview, Aug 10 Doug Eaton, independent candidate for Wyong Ward Jackie Pearson, journalist

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he Budgewoi Ward includes Norah Head, Lake Haven Toukley, Halekulani, Buff Point, Lake Munmorah, Chain Valley Bay, Doyalson, Mannering Park, Summerland Point, Gwandalan, Canton Beach and, of course, Budgewoi.

There are nineteen candidates registered, broken up into six groups and one independent. Polling places for Budgewoi Ward are located at: Blue Haven Public School; Budgewoi Public School; Buff Point Scouts Hall; Chain Valley Bay Community Hall; Charmhaven Community Hall; Erina High School Assembly Hall; Gorokan High School; Gorokan Public School; Gwandalan Public School; Halekulani Recreation Hall; Kanwal Public School; Lake Munmorah Public School; Mannering Park Community Centre; Norah Head Community Hall; Northlakes Public School; Summerland Point Community Hall; Sydney Town Hall; The Entrance Public School; Toukley 50 Plus Leisure and Learning Centre; Toukley Public School; Warnervale Public School, and Woongarrah Public School.

Michael McCarthy Independent Ungrouped

Greg Best Group B: Independent

Running with: Maree Best and Amelia Best Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Ward you would be elected to represent? A. As I doorknock the local message is quite clear. The community wants Council to focus on the basics, roads, rates and rubbish. They are fed up with party politics and their in-fighting, above all, they want a fair hearing. Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Central Coast Local Government Area? A. The big issue from the get go will be making the amalgamation work. There are huge opportunities around efficiency and cost saving due to the bulk and scale of the new Council. We must all work together as a region to capitalise on this opportunity. However, I make no apology for fighting for a Fair Go for the North. Q. How would you, if elected to Council, set about addressing that issue for (a) your Ward, (b) the Region? A. To unlock these opportunities, our new Council will need very experienced hands at the wheel. It must be run as a business providing real outcomes/ dividends for our ratepayers, probity and governance are paramount. I believe, given the opportunity, I can make a significant contribution through my 21 years of experience as a Local Councillor and through my professional role as General Manager of the Coast’s largest Training Company, currently employing more than 200 locals. Clearly, there is a huge task ahead in running what will be one of the largest Councils in Australia, with an $800 million a year budget, $11 billion in assets and more than 400,000 residents and ratepayers. We all know where inexperience got Gosford Council, resulting in a $1.38 billion write-down, millions missing and the ICAC investigating. In my view, we simply can’t afford another Gosford Council experiment.

Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Ward you would be elected to represent? A. Town planning. Our ward is the growth corridor of the Coast with many new housing developments springing up all the time. We need adequate planning for parks and infrastructure to sustain the population increase. Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Central Coast Local Government Area? A. Sustaining the population growth with much needed and necessary infrastructure. Q. How would you, if elected to Council, set about addressing that issue for (a) your Ward and (b) the Region? A. If elected I would see that more thought and effort needs to be put into the development and town planning of our Ward at Budgewoi and with the whole of the Central Coast. There needs to be more outdoor recreational facilities developed, including playgrounds, sporting fields, picnic grounds, bike and walking tracks, etc. I would put pressure on developers to set aside parklands in their development applications to make this so. More jobs and Smart Hubs need to be created for the population increases so that so many of our population do not have to commute to the cities every day. If more effort is put on building adequate infrastructure we would be creating more jobs for our Coasties. With vast numbers of people “escaping” Sydney, we need to keep our region the exceptional & beautiful place it is to live and work in. Source: Statement, Aug 23 Michael McCarthy, Independent candidate for Budgewoi

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Community outrage ran high when Council’s Administrator locked the Locals out! Mr Tony Ferraro said, “The local community was outraged when the Council’s Administrator locked them out of its meeting in our local hall. The only Councillor that spoke up and joined the community against this outrage was Greg Best.” Greg Best said, “Enough is enough for this out-oftown, out-of-touch Administrator on $350,000.00 a year, living in a 5 star Resort at Magenta Shores. To tell the community that they are not welcome is simply outrageous. I have called for the Administrator to resign.”

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“As Patron of the Whale Festival I would like to thank ank all those involved for their fantastic support of thiss year’s event. However, there is a dark side, with whale slaughter continuing on an industrial scale in the Antarctic. Central Coast Council is now the largest Coastal Council in Australia and I for one intend to continue to advocate on behalf of our community to stop the slaughter.”

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Helaine Taylor Group D: Save Tuggerah Lakes Running with: Cheryl Deguara and Steve Beton Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Ward you would be elected to represent? A. As a Mother and an active member of the community, I believe the most important single issue facing the Budgewoi Ward is the that none of the previously elected Major Political Parties truly listened to, or represented the community.

I will be a person who listens to the community wants and desires and then works to achieve those needs. Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Central Coast Local Government Area? A. Major Parties have controlled the Council for too long. They are directed by their head office in Sydney and dance to the tune of their State or Federal Members. We as mothers want Council to be more proactive helping the youth and this can be done by creating better lakes and waterways in which the youth can enjoy those facilities. Q. How would you, if elected to Council, set about addressing that issue for (a) your Ward, (b) the region? I will work with the community groups and social media to set up a forums so we can have meaningful consultation on how best implement the outcomes

CENTRAL COAST COUNCIL ELECTION Saturday, 9th September 2017 Budgewoi Ward, Gosford East Ward, Gosford West Ward, The Entrance Ward, Wyong Ward Election of 15 Councillors You need to be enrolled to vote for the council where you live To check your enrolment details visit our website or call us. If you are not on the roll in NSW or your current enrolment details are not correct you may be eligible to enrol or up-date your details when you vote early or on election day. To newly enrol, or up-date your details on the spot, just bring your NSW photo driver licence or NSW Photo Card showing your current address, and be ready to provide Australian citizenship details if you were born overseas.

Voting on election day Voting will take place on Saturday, 9th September 2017 between the hours of 8am and 6pm. On election day you must vote at a polling place for your council, or your ward if your council is divided. There is no absent voting at local government (council) elections. To check your enrolment details visit our website or call us.

Polling Places A list of polling places for your council or ward is available by visiting our website or calling us.

Voting before election day Postal Voting and Pre-Poll Voting You may be entitled to a postal or pre-poll vote. For details visit our website or call us.

Voting early in person Pre-poll voting begins on Monday, 28th August 2017 and ends at 6pm Friday, 8th September 2017. You can vote in person at the following location(s). Not all pre-poll venues are open for the whole pre-poll voting period. For specific operating dates and times of each pre-poll venue visit our website or call us.

Pre-Poll venues Blue Haven Community Hall

1 Apsley Court, Blue Haven NSW 2262

Central Coast Returning Officer’s Office

2/1 Reliance Drive, Tuggerah NSW 2259

The Erina Centre, Meeting Room 3

The Hive, Erina Fair, North South Road, Erina NSW 2250

Gosford Pre-Poll

Old Tote Rooms, Gosford Showground Duffys Road, Terrigal NSW 2260

The Entrance Pre-Poll

26 The Entrance Road, The Entrance NSW 2261

Toukley Presbyterian Church

37 Victoria Avenue, Toukley NSW 2263

Woy Woy Pre-Poll

Woy Woy Stadium, Oval Avenue, Woy Woy NSW 2256

Wyong Pre-Poll

11-13 Hely Street, Wyong NSW 2259

Source: Statement, Aug 25 Helaine Taylor, Save Tuggerah Lakes

Doug Vincent - Group A: Labor

Running with: Jillian Hogan and Rowen Turnbull Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Ward you would be elected to represent? A. Our slogan is Voice for the North, as the people of the North should be heard. We have roads that are full of potholes, roads that lead to nowhere and roads that are a danger to our residents and children. The Labor team will push for road upgrades at Carters Road, Blue Haven Way, Sparks Road, Kanangra Drive intersection and Wallarah Bridge and upgrades of community facilities, shared pathways and a new regional playground in the North. Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Central Coast Local Government Area? A. Fixing roads and infrastructure and improving community assets. Labor and the community were successful in lobbying to keep Wyong Hospital in public ownership. Against all odds, the community fought and won a hard battle to overturn the decision to privatise our local hospital. Q. How would you, if elected to Council, set about addressing that issue for (a) your Ward, (b) the Region? If elected, I will work hard for the people on the Central Coast to have their say on the amalgamation issue, inappropriate development and I will push for our fair share of our rates to be spent in the North. Labor has a strong team who will listen to the Community and take action on their behalf. Together they bring with them: experience as a former Councillor, community leadership and a young voice. When I was a Wyong Councillor, I did not vote for the rate rise nor did I vote for the amalgamation. Source: Statement, Aug 25 Doug Vincent, Labor candidate Budgewoi Ward

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provided through this consultation. Major parties are out of touch with the community and I will work vocally to lobby State, Federal and my fellow Councillors to get the best outcome for both my Ward and the Region.

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Julie Watson Group F: Independent

Running with: Peter Harris and Gary Blaschke Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Ward you would be elected to represent? A. For the people of the North, particularly the far north, it’s not about one issue, it’s the fact our money, including the additional rates, is now being spent in the south. We are truly forgotten and it’s time we had funds spent on our roads and footpaths, among other things. We want to keep our village lifestyle and want only sustainable development. Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Central Coast Local Government Area? A. Lack of transparency and honesty: one only has to look at the often bitter infighting on the Council over the years to understand these weren’t fights for the community but for political gamesmanship. There have been far too many secrets for too long. Every ward has independents to choose from and this is a huge opportunity for Coasties to have the change they so desperately want. Q. How would you, if elected to Council, set about addressing that issue for (a) your Ward, (b) the region? A. I would lead by example and use my marketing and communication skills to bring people together. The new Central Coast Council does not need any ‘mentoring’ from the old, contaminated past Councillors. I will encourage the new, fresh Councillors to collaborate for consensus across the region. This will mean listening to my community in the Budgewoi Ward and taking action by making sensible, open decisions based on facts.

Garry Whitaker Group C: Liberal Party Running with: Clive Sargeant and Rhiannon Beckers Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Ward you would be elected to represent? A. I’ve got a strong background in community service, being a 45 year volunteer with the NSW State Emergency Service, and 10 years as a volunteer firefighter with the NSW Rural Fire Service. I believe that the people of the Central Coast have a golden, once in a lifetime, opportunity to build a strong, new, community-focussed Council that will be the platform for growth in long term jobs, sensible infrastructure and appropriate development. Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Central Coast Local Government Area? A. I’ll be looking hard at Council’s finances and expenditure programs to ensure that we get value for our rates dollars, and that we concentrate on the core

business of Council. Let’s put the community first for a change. Q. How would you, if elected to Council, set about addressing that issue for (a) your Ward, (b) the region? Build on my experience including as a Training Consultant and Company Director. My clients included many of Australia’s largest corporations, designing and developing award-winning training systems, course materials and eLearning programs. I’m also currently a Director of the Newcastle Anglican Church Corporation, Chairman of the Board of the Wyong Race Club, Director of the Wyong Community Bank Branch of the Bendigo Bank. Before moving to the Coast in 2005, I was also Deputy Mayor of Hornsby Shire. Council must understand the community needs, and will work with all levels of Government to fight for our fair share of funding on the Central Coast. Only a strong conservative Liberal Council will protect and grow our $9.6 billion in assets, and ensure the $204 million Capital Works budget is spent in our Central Coast region. Source: Statement, Aug 25 Garry Whitaker, Liberal candidate for Budgewoi Ward

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Sue Wynn

Kylie Boyle

The Entrance Ward

Group: Sustainable Development Party

Group E: The Greens

Running with: Greg Simmonds and Beverley Durkin Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Ward you would be elected to represent? Sue would continue to fight for the issues she faced as the first ever and only Greens Councillor on the former Wyong Council, including Air Quality Studies and protecting the area from Coal Seam Gas exploration. Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Central Coast Local Government Area? Sue has been particularly concerned at the changes in Wyong Council during the last term of office where transparency, accountability, and real consultation with the community were replaced with a culture of decisionmaking behind closed doors. Sue would seek to ensure that this state of affairs does not become part of the new Central Coast Council. Q. How would you, if elected to Council, set about addressing that issue for (a) your Ward, (b) the Region? Sue brings the wisdom of age and the passion of youth to her work. She is a strategic thinker, a plain talker and works well under pressure. Sue is passionate about social justice in a healthy democracy and is committed to the protection of our precious environment. Source: Statement, Aug 25 Sye Wynn, The Greens candidate Budgewoi Ward

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he Entrance Ward takes in the area to the east of Tuggerah Lakes and includes The Entrance North, The Entrance, Long Jetty, Toowoon Bay, Shelly Beach, Bateau Bay, and Forresters Beach down to Wamberal.

It also takes in the suburbs of Tumbi Umbi, Killarney Vale, Berkeley Vale and Chittaway Bay. It is bounded by Chittaway Rd, Peach Orchard Rd and The Ridgeway. There are 16 candidates registered made up of four groups of three and four independents. Polling booths are located at: First Terrigal Scout Hall; First Tuggerah Scout Hall; Banksia Centre; Bateau Bay Public School; Berkeley Vale Public School; Brooke Avenue Public School; Chittaway Bay Public School; Erina Heights Public School; Erina High School Assembly Hall; Glenvale Special School, North Entrance Campus; Killarney Vale Public School; Long Jetty and Districts Senior Citizens Club; Nareen Gardens; Ourimbah Public School; Sydney Town Hall; Terrigal Primary School; The Berkeley Community Centre; The Entrance Public School; Tuggerah Community Hall; Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College, The Entrance Campus; Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College, Tumbi Umbi Campus; Tuggerah Public School; Tumbi Umbi Community Hall; Wamberal Memorial Hall; and, Wamberal Public School.

Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Ward you would be elected to represent? A. Our ward is under direct threat from unsustainable development. I have led a strong campaign to protect 64 hectares of bushland in Glenning Valley and to stop the extinction of the Swift Parrot and Koala populations on the Central Coast. The projection of around 200,000 residents in the Wyong region alone can only mean more unsustainable development, unless we get real representation on Council. Better planning and genuine community consultation is crucial to ensure sustainable growth, whilst preserving our National Parks, lagoons, beaches, waterways and parks. Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Central Coast Local Government Area? A. We need sustainable development that will bring the jobs and affordable housing our area desperately needs. But we need this without sacrificing our unique and diverse bushland and natural assets that set our region apart from so many other over-developed areas. We need leaders who will fight to protect the environmentally sensitive areas like Glenning Valley, Kangy Angy and Mangrove Mountain, while maintaining the balance of residential, holiday, rural, commercial and industrial land usage. Q. How would you, if elected to Council, set about addressing that issue for (a) your Ward, (b) the region? A. We have been under the control of a Council that has put their own agendaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s before the needs of our community. We need a transparent Council who will engage with the community and protect the Central Coast from further unsustainable growth. If elected into Council, my first aim will be to table a motion to have Glenning Valley Bushland purchased back and made into a public reserve. My second aim is to work with our community to create a strong vision for the future of our area, and immediately get to work making it happen. Source: Statement, Aug 24 Kylie Boyle, Sustainable Development Party

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Aaron Harpley-Carr Independent ungrouped Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Ward you would be elected to represent? A. There are a number of issues: roads, infrastructure and development. These three need to be considered together as each impacts the other. Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Central Coast Local Government Area? People have lost confidence and trust in their local council and faith in their elected officials to do the right thing and act on community first issues. Restoration of these three key steps is the only way the Central Coast can truly work together and move forward. Q. How would you, if elected to Council, set about addressing that issue for (a) Ward and (b) Region? Ensure development projects take into account the need to have supported infrastructure in place, before proceeding. Work with local groups in the area to consult on large development projects and their impacts on local communities and the environment. Ensuring greater genuine community consultation and transparency on projects that will impact the entire Central Coast. Source: Statement, Aug 25 Aaron Harpley-Carr, independent for The Entrance Ward

Cath Connor Group A: The Greens Running with: Doug Williamson and Barbara Gorman Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Ward you would be elected to represent? A. I am concerned that the infrastructure needs of The Entrance and Long Jetty have not been addressed with the high-rise development, in-fill housing and the consequent population increase. Traffic congestion and access to services are affecting the amenity of the area. A number of sports fields in the area, such as the South EDSACC fields are community focus points in need of significant upgrading. The lakes and coastline across the ward, in common with all Central Coast areas, will be particularly sensitive to climate change impacts including storm surges and sea level rise. We can already see the complicated issues that can arise with the severe erosion at Wamberal Beach. Council needs to be pro-active in planning for climate change impacts. The Entrance ward has been severely affected by the current tree removal policies. The impact on the lakes of increased run-off, silt and chemicals, is significant and needs addressing with policies which recognize the vital importance of our natural environment. I will actively support the street tree planting program and act to strengthen biodiversity protection and wildlife corridors.

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Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Central Coast Local Government Area? A. People on the Central Coast need to have confidence that Council decision-making processes are ethical, open, transparent and accountable. Q. How would you, if elected to Council, set about addressing that issue for (a) your Ward, (b) the Region? A. I would push for infrastructure planning and better transport options to be a high priority in The Entrance ward. I would commit to real consultation whatever the issue and wherever it occurs on the Coast so that voters have confidence in the outcome of the process. Source: Statement, Aug 25 Cath Connor, The Greens candidate The Entrance Ward

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Lisa Matthews Group C: Labor

Running with: Greg Ashe and Margot Castles Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Ward you would be elected to represent? A. Revitalising The Entrance Town Centre, ensuring that our ward receives its fair share of services and resources. We must also include appropriate funding and action for Tuggerah Lakes, it’s time that it was “fixed”. The current state of the road network: we need to improve this vital infrastructure. Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Central Coast Local Government Area? A. How do we bring both Gosford and Wyong together and ensure appropriate services and funding to the whole of the Central Coast: one voice one community.

Q. How would you, if elected to Council, set about addressing that issue for (a) your Ward, (b) the region? A. Call for a long term plan to improve the state of the lakes, include specialist Council staff, outside experts and the Community in developing a plan. Review the current priority list for how funds are expended and where and what on. Implement the Central Coast Disability plan and provide necessary funds to act on. Work with all levels of Government to gain access additional funding. Call for a report on the state of the roads, and where possible, increase the budget to implement road renewal programs, work in partnership with State and Federal Government to gain access to additional funding to assist with back logs. Council must also adopt a regime of transparency, accountability and must listen to their community. Source: Statement, Aug 25 Lisa Matthews, Labor candidate for The Entrance Ward

Lloyd Taylor Group D: Save Tuggerah Lakes

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Running with: Deanna Bocking and Brian Perrem. Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Ward you would be elected to represent? A. I’m a lifelong resident of the Central Coast with my family, and co-owner of manufacturing business, Trimlite, at Tuggerah for the past 24 years, employing 20-30 locals. I am excited about the opportunity to have a stronger, united and more financially sound Central Coast Council, delivering the infrastructure, jobs and support that local residents and businesses deserve. Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Central Coast Local Government Area? A. I am running for the Central Coast Council to make a positive difference for our community. This is an ideal opportunity not only to deliver essential services and road upgrades, but to pave the way for responsible development and create visions and plans around tourism, sport and leisure, business, the arts, and major events for our community to enjoy. Q. How would you, if elected to Council, set about addressing that issue for (a) your Ward, (b) the region? A. An example of my track record would be as an advocate for Donate Life and Transplant Australia, raising awareness around organ donation. I’ve also been working closely with the Government, Council and the community to deliver Banjo’s Skatepark. We must understand the community needs, and will work with all levels of Government to fight for our fair share of funding on the Central Coast. Only a strong Liberal Council will protect and grow our $9.6 billion in assets, and ensure the $204 million Capital Works budget is spent in our Central Coast region.

Running with: Glenn Clarke and Matthew Young Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Ward you would be elected to represent? A. The Entrance Ward is a massive Ward stretching from Wamberal to The Entrance. The lakes, waterways and lagoons will require Council to focus resources to ensure the smelling waterways are cleaned up and measures are implemented, such as Gross Pollutant Traps, to stop the sediment, garbage and fertilisers getting into the waterways. Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Central Coast Local Government Source: Area? Statement, Aug 25 A. As a region, roads are a constant area of complaint Jilly Pilon, Liberal candidate, The Entrance Ward from residents on the Coast and it is unbelievable that in 2017, there are still many houses without kerb and guttering. Q. How would you, if elected to Council, set about addressing that issue for (a) your Ward, (b) the region? I will focus the Council on waterways, roads, Gross Pollutant Traps, storm water pipes, financial accountability, and above all, I will push YEAR Council to ensure money GUARANTEE is allocated to open the Entrance Channel to the WWW.DREAMDOORS.COM.AU ocean.

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Independent Hearing & Assessment Panels (IHAPS) The NSW Government recently mandated that all councils in the Greater Sydney and Wollongong areas introduce Independent Hearing and Assessment Panels for all DA’s between $5 million and $30 million. This has generated quite a bit of interest on the Central Coast. Central Coast Council are not currently included but can choose to opt in. The NSW Government welcomes adoption of IHAPs statewide. For more information visit http://www.planning.nsw.gov.au/ News/2017/IHAPs-to-be-introduced-for-all-Sydney-councils Mine Subsidence The NSW Government recently passed the Coal Mine Subsidence Compensation Bill 2017 to ensure property owners affected by coal mine subsidence will have access to a fairer and more efficient compensation scheme. This is important legislation for the Central Coast as the region does have a legacy of coal mining in the area http://www.subsidenceadvisory.nsw.gov.au/ Central Coast Trains Central Coast services will continue to operate on the North Shore Line in peak periods and there are no plans to remove these direct services from the Central Coast to the North Shore Line. As the network changes and expands, the Department of Transport will consult with Central Coast train users Northconnex tour I inspected one of the Northconnex worksites in West Pennant Hills. Construction of Northconnex is halfway to completion and once finished will bypass 21 sets of traffic lights and will link the end of the freeway to the existing orbital motorway network, bringing great benefits to Central Coast motorists, businesses and workers. Matron Simpson Reserve I joined The Entrance North Progress Association to announce a joint project between the Association and the NSW Government to build a playground at Matron Simpson Reserve, The Entrance North. I would like to acknowledge Premier Berejiklian who took a personal interest in the case put forward by the Association; the Association for their advocacy and commitment to improving the assets and environment of the region ; and Central Coast Council for their works to prepare the Reserve. Central Coast Airport After an extensive review the NSW Planning Minister announced the Warnervale Restrictions Act will be retained. There will be scope for Central Coast Council to develop the Airport and surrounding land, but it will require Ministerial consent. One trigger for review of the Act is if Council produces a well-informed planning proposal for the area which clearly demonstrates strategic merit and broad community support.

Jilly Pilon Group B: Liberal Party

Source: Statement, Aug 25 Lloyd Taylor, STL

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Wyong Ward Wyong Ward Map

he Wyong Ward: stretches as far south as the suburbs of Wyoming, Lisarow, Narara, Niagara Park, North Gosford, Ourimbah, Fountaindale, Tuggerah, Wyong, Tuggerawong, Wadalba, Watanobbi, Kanwal, Warnervale, Jilliby, Wallarah, all the way up to Ravensdale and across to Kulnura and Palm Grove.

There are 16 candidates standing for election broken up into five groups of three and one independent. Polling places are located at: Chittaway Bay Public School; Erina High School Assembly Hall; Glenvale Special School; Gorokan High School; Gorokan Public School; Gosford East Public School; Gosford Regional Community Services, Wyoming; Henry Kendall High School; Jilliby Public School; Kanwal Public School; Kulnura Public School; Lisarow Public School; Narara Uniting Church; Niagara Park Public School; Ourimbah Public School; Sydney Town Hall; Tacoma Public School; TAFE Gosford Campus Building F; The Entrance Public School; Toukley Public School; Tuggerah Community Hall; Tuggerah Public School; Tuggerawong Public School; Wadalba Community School; Warnervale Public School; Woongarrah Public School; Wyoming Girl Guides Hall; Wyoming Public School; Wyoming Anglican Church; Wyong Christian Community School; Wyong Creek Public School; Wyong Public School; and, Yarramalong Public School.

Chris Burke Group E: Liberal Party

Running with: Kishen Napier and James Wood Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Ward you would be elected to represent? A. There is no excuse for the present parking crisis. I propose to make more parking a budget priority for the Central Coast Council. Wyong has potential to expand on its civil, administrative, residential, commercial and cultural roles, alongside Warnervale which could expand to service new communities. Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Central Coast Local Government Area? A. I have extensive business and Council experience in Gosford Local Government Area, and I want to help work to bring Council rates under control. I want to ensure that we as residents get real value for our rates. This includes developing our northern growth corridor. Q. How would you, if elected to Council, set about addressing that issue for (a) your Ward, (b) the region? A. I have been a Gosford Councillor for two terms, eight years, and am an active community worker and have a reputation for honesty and integrity. Put simply this is the most important Council Election in the history of the Central Coast and I will work hard as a strong Liberal representative. We must understand the community needs, and will work with all levels of Government to fight for our fair share of funding on the Central Coast. Only a strong conservative Liberal Council will protect and grow our $9.6 billion in assets, and ensure the $204 million Capital Works budget is spent in our Central Coast region. Source: Statement, Aug 25 Chris Burke, Liberal Candidate for Wyong Ward

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Running with: Troy Stolz and Philip Collis Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Ward you would be elected to represent? A. When elected, Councillors are Councillors for the entire Central Coast. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think it is productive for the Coast to identify competing priorities for different wards. The council must come together and work as a team to advance the entire Coast. Subject to this caveat, a key initial task is to clean up the Gosford mess and to put procedures and controls in place to ensure the mess cannot reoccur. Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Central Coast Local Government Area? A. Subject to fixing the Gosford mess, the major priority must be to complete the merger process. This will take most of the initial three year term and the outcome must be an efficient, united, progressive council that is achieving for the community. Q. How would you, if elected to Council, set about addressing that issue for (a) your Ward, (b) the Region? A. As an experienced Mayor, I have a proven ability to build teams and we need to build a team within the Councillors and between the Councillors and staff. We need to adopt and then embrace both a community plans and an operational plan and be held accountable to deliver the outcomes required under these plans. Source: Statement, Aug 24 Doug Eaton, Independent for Wyong

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Louise Greenaway Group A: New Independent

Kyle MacGregor Group D: Labor

Running with: Laurie Eyes and John Wiggin Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Ward you would be elected to represent? A. Residents have repeatedly told me that they want decent roads as well as affordable sporting and community facilities. They also want answers to questions about how certain decisions have been made. Niagara Park residents are still angry that their community centre and library disappeared. Residents throughout Wyong Ward are furious that they are still funding Warnervale Airport which cost ratepayers over $6m last year. So, the most important issue for Wyong Ward is making sure residents are served by an open, efficient and community-focussed council. Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Central Coast Local Government Area? A. The most important issue facing the Central Coast LGA is getting all Councillors to seize the unique opportunity to set a new direction for the region. Residents can vote to keep the old Gosford and Wyong Council factions and vested interests OFF the new Council. Some councillors have been on Council for decades. The new Central Coast Council is a great opportunity for positive change, fresh ideas and new partnerships. Q. How would you, if elected to Council, set about addressing that issue for (a) your Ward, (b) the region? A. I will use my legal qualifications and training to try to find out who was behind certain decisions and why both Councils have given some projects priority over community needs. If elected, I will have a greater network of people to work with, which will help me to address community concerns. My Sustainable Resource Management qualifications and experience enable me to bring an informed and practical approach to environmental management and planning. I am relating well to other potential councillors and consider there is great potential for the open council that residents are seeking.

Running with: Ruth Punch and Narelle Rich Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Ward you would be elected to represent? A. The most important issue in my ward is the lack of investment and funding for our community. Funding has traditionally favoured the east of the Council area at the detriment of parts of the Coast that make up Wyong ward. The privatisation and fire sales of council assets and services are extremely unpopular and in my mind entirely unjustified. Residents and rate payers have lost faith in the Council and believe that it is prioritising developers and big business over the interests of our local community. This has only been possible through the deconstruction of genuine democratic structures. Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Central Coast Local Government Area? A. The commuter crisis is the most important issue facing the Central Coast Local Government Area. The lack of local jobs and investment in our local community is crippling us, we have huge unemployment problems (particularly for youth), you basically cannot find full time employment locally unless you work in the health, education or the aged care industry. We are suffering from the lack of a vibrant and diversified local economy that our region deserves. Q. How would you, if elected to Council, set about addressing that issue for (a) your Ward, (b) the region? A. I see the role of the councillor to be an advocate for the region and to act as a conduit for residents’ views on the major decisions made by council in the chamber and outside of it. I have a vision for the Central Coast to diversify our local economy and to focus on our council’s best two assets: our natural environment and our people. Council must work together with other layers of government and the private sector to invest and incubate, plan for and promote the establishment of new and advanced small businesses and co-operatives for our future.

Source: Statement, Aug 24 Louise Greenaway, Independent candidate Wyong Ward

Source: Statement, Aug 25 Kyle MacGregor, Labor candidate Wyong Ward

Adam Troy Group C: Save Tuggerah Lakes Running with: Kaylene Troy and Amber Davis Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Ward you would be elected to represent? A. I have been told by the ratepayers they want the basic services made the ﬁrst priority, they want their rates spent on proper road surfacing not patching up, they want affordable services that don’t keep escalating. They want Council to live within its means and save ratepayer money, it is my mission to ensure the ratepayers are not taken for granted by Council. Q. What do you consider to be the most important issue facing the Central Coast Local Government Area? A. Catering for the residents who live here now, encouraging employment here on the Coast; 30,000 commuters daily go to Sydney and Newcastle, let’s try to get more jobs closer to home. This means being bold leaders of the community and making sure the future is sustainable, let’s sidestep the main Political Parties and just do it for the ratepayers for a change, that’s what STL wants. Q. How would you, if elected to Council, set about addressing that issue for (a) your Ward, (b) the region? I will lobby the NSW State Government with my fellow Councillors for the funding we have been missing out on for decades. They made this new Council, now they must help out with the money to make it work. We must work as a team and lead by example, just get it done. That’s why people ask me to do the difﬁcult jobs, STL prefer to just get it done and leave the others to talk. Source: Statement, Aug 24 Adam Troy, Save Tuggerah Lakes candidate Wyong Ward

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Coastal and youth policies released

he Save Tuggerah Lakes Party (STL) has released its coastal management and coastal amenity and youth policies in the lead up to the Central Coast Council election on September 9.

The Coastal management and coastal amenity policy commits STL to developing a long-term business plan for the purchase, lease or hire of an oceangoing dredge, with costs offset by partnership with other coastal councils, and State and Federal funding grants. The party has committed to immediate commencement of a long term dredging campaign for Brisbane Water and Tuggerah Lakes, with the aim to reopen and maintain navigation channels on Brisbane Water and Tuggerah Lakes. Under the policy,

dredged sand would be put back on local beaches. Other platforms under its coastal management and amenity policy include construction of revetments at Norah Head, and a breakwall and permanent navigation channel for The Entrance. It would develop a defensive adaptation plan for all areas affected by current and future coastal hazards and “say no” to sea level rise policies that destroy Central Coast property values. STL would also remove all Council policies that proposed planned retreat and time limited development consent, and will allow homeowners to protect their homes against coastal hazards. Their policy states that STL Councillors, if elected, would support residents impacted by all natural disasters on an equal basis, and

preserve and protect environmentally sensitive land, including more state funding for acquisition of wetlands. It would work to bring back ferry services for Tuggerah Lakes with Opal Card access. STL would also aim to create better access and amenity for our beaches and waterfront reserves and would build more saltwater tidal pools and more fishing platforms. Under the STL Youth policy, the party pledges to create an annual Youth Festival, develop a Youth Forum, and engage local employers to develop a “Positive Youth Employment Policy”. It would also aim to widen the range of vocational education and training available on the Central Coast through TAFE and other Registered Training Organisations. Source: Email, Aug 28 Pat Aiken, Save Tuggerah Lakes

Empty Homes Levy

he Central Coast Greens (CCG) have launched a plan to free up local rental accommodation and raise more than $16 million per year for Central Coast Council to spend on community housing.

“The most recent Census data shows that more than 17,221 homes on the Central Coast are unoccupied,” Greens MP, Mr David Shoebridge said. “That’s 14 per cent of properties, and it’s a troubling figure, given the current housing crisis,” he continued. “The Greens’ Empty Homes Levy would enable Central Coast Council to charge an additional levy on the owners of untenanted investment properties, with the revenue being invested in local housing projects. “There is a huge need for affordable housing on the Central Coast, where the median house price in Woy Woy is $624,000, in

North Gosford $562,000 and Toukley $460,000. “Homelessness is also increasing,” Mr Shoebridge said. CCG candidate for the Gosford East Ward, Mr Stephen Pearson, said this is about addressing a basic need for those who can’t afford escalating housing costs. “We must have a greater mix of housing on the Central Coast so that lower income earners have real options. “The policy promotes significant discretion for the Council in applying the levy, and this is not about genuine holiday homes or temporarily untenanted properties. “Similar policies have worked well in Britain and will here,” Mr Pearson said. CCG candidate for the Gosford West Ward, Ms Kate da Costa, said something was deeply wrong with the Coast’s housing availability. “Something is deeply wrong when 1 in 7 homes on the Coast are unoccupied but many

families cannot find a place to live. “We’re excited to be proposing a local plan in place to help with housing affordability. “We can build housing where it’s needed at a scale and type that protects local amenity and reflects local need,” Ms da Costa said, “The Greens believe in local government and we want to give councils the financial capacity to build affordable housing where it’s most needed. “If landlords want to keep investment properties empty, then they should pay extra rates to the local community to allow affordable housing to be built for those who need it. “With more than 280,000 empty homes across NSW, this is a levy that can deliver millions for our local council and every cent will be used to build affordable housing.” Source: Media release, Aug 17 Kate da Costa, Central Coast Greens

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Budgewoi community calls for Northern Police Station

Greg Best with burnouts and graffiti

alls are growing for a new Police Station to be established in the North of the Coast.

Former Wyong Councillor and independent candidate for Budgewoi, Mr Greg Best, and community members, have joined forces to lobby the State Government for a much needed local Police Station in the North. Mr Best said: “Enough is enough. “The residents I speak to are fed up and outraged at the escalation of antisocial behaviour in their area,” he said. “In my view, after dark, we have lost control of our streets to the vandals, graffiti artists, hoons or worse. “It takes police almost an hour to respond from Wyong, if at all. “It’s not good enough. “We have a huge population of elderly and young in our area and they should be able to feel safe at night. “We appreciate local

Police are trying hard, however they openly admit that they are significantly under resourced. “It is up to the Community to speak up and not only support each other but to support the Police in gaining further valuable resources. “We must work together.” Lake Munmorah Progress Association President, Ms Carroll Richardson, said: “We must stand up and be counted on this issue, and I for one, wholeheartedly support Greg’s call 100 per cent for a new station. “Years ago we tried for a Police Station and were fobbed off by the Government of the day. “Now with the massive growth in our area, I believe it is high time to campaign again for this much needed station. “As with Woolworths Lake Munmorah, it wasn’t easy, and many said it would never happen. “Yes, it took many years, however we now

all know people power prevailed, as we enjoy our new shopping centre.” Mr Best said he was disgusted to see the latest graffiti attack on the Lake Munmorah Volunteer Firefighters’ Building. “Whilst these brave men and women are out risking their lives to save our property, these graffiti grubs sneak in under the cover of darkness. “To add insult to injury, as the night draws on, our families are kept awake by out of control hoons spinning their wheels and threatening anyone who challenges them. “Simply put, we have lost control of our streets and we demand them back. “The local community has had enough. “I believe the community will unite around this issue and demand a ‘fair go’ on local law and order.” Source: Media release, Aug 24 Greg Best, independent candidate for Budgewoi Ward

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Action group throws its support behind New Independent candidate T

he influential community organisation, Stop Glen Road Development Action Group (SGRDAG), has thrown its support behind Ms Louise Greenaway in the Wyong Ward for the upcoming Central Coast Council Elections.

“We believe Louise’s platform of new ideas and new directions is the best choice for the people of Ourimbah,” said Mr Allan Benson, spokesman for SGRDAG.

“We feel Louise understands the issues that concern us, including the Glen Rd boarding house, the drug rehabilitation centre, the Ourimbah master plan and the Kangy Angy rail maintenance depot,’ he said. “No Councillor on the previous Wyong Council provided any support to residents to oppose these projects. “Mr Chris Burke (Liberal) and Mr Kyle MacGregor (ALP) are also excellent candidates and will almost certainly be elected. “This means that

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the critical third place for the Wyong Ward will be between, Ms Louise Greenaway, Mr Doug Eaton, and the Save Tuggerah Lakes candidate, Mr Adam Troy. “Mr Eaton’s grandiose schemes such as the Chinese Theme Park, the Kiar Ridge airport land purchase and Warnervale airport fiasco have cost rate payers between $50 and $60 million,” Mr Benson said. “Residents of the Central Coast simply cannot afford to have Mr Eaton as their representative on council. “Save Tuggerah Lakes (STL) has desperately tried to dissociate itself from Mr Eaton, but the fact remains that Mr Eaton was the party agent, and a major financial supporter, from 2008 to 2015, when his wife took over as agent. “Mr Adam Troy voted for every important Eaton proposal in the last Wyong Council. “We know that Mr Troy can’t vote on any decision that impacts Ourimbah, as he has previously declared a conflict of interest because he has relatives in Ourimbah. “Therefore Louise Greenaway is our preferred candidate, and we urge all voters to give her their first or second preference,” said Mr Benson. Source: Media release, Aug 23 Allan Benson, Stop Glen Road Development Action Group

Bob Graham pleased to see other independents take up the cause M

r Bob Graham, former Mayor of Wyong and longs t a n d i n g independent councillor, has bowed out of contention in the September 9 election, but said he was happy to know that there will be other independents to fill the gap.

“Out with the old, and in with the new,” Mr Graham said. “There are some good people who have served on both councils, but we need some new blood,” he said. Ms Julie Watson, independent candidate in the Budgewoi Ward, said she hoped to be the new, fresh, independent voice for the people. “While Julie and I are two very different people, when it comes to local issues, we find plenty of common ground,” Mr Graham said. “I’m a ‘little’ older, and maybe wiser, on Council processes and intricacies, but Julie has a renewed innovative vision for the Coast and is full of ideas to take the brand new Central Coast Council forward in a positive way,” he said. “Julie will work with communities and individuals with a mandate to ensure total satisfaction for

Bob Graham with Julie Watson community that is the entire Central Coast Region, with a focus on the interests of jobs for residents, businesses and start-ups, looking after our beautiful surroundings and lifestyle, and promoting transparency through leading by example,” she said. “In particular, I will make sure that the communities in the north are forgotten no more.” Ms Watson said she was passionate about ensuring that the Central Coast develops a ‘smart city’ mentality and has sound links within the Central Coast, Sydney and the world’s vibrant start-up community.

Coasties by means of her exceptional communication skills and ability to motivate the people around her. “We both have an affiliation with Soldiers Beach Surf Life Saving Club. “While I was able to support much-needed funding to implement the new Surf Club which has been built, Julie was a past Surf Life Saver and her son was a nipper at Soldiers for many years.” Ms Watson said she would draw on her large network of community groups, business groups and, indeed, Mr Graham himself, to gather their expertise and wisdom. “As an independent candidate, if elected, I will be your representative by advocating for issues across the collective

Source: Media release, Aug 11 Julie Watson, independent for Budgewoi Ward

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fight against cancer, my friend and “On the estimator website an model of needs based school Liberal Party has advertised Liberals would deliver “fullyformer Labor colleague Kathy increase of only $243,800 is listed funding.” that Woy Woy’s secondary funded, needs-based funding”. Smith has passed away. for Woy Woy Campus and $95,800 Teachers Federation members “Whatever the phrase ‘fully college campus will receive “Kathy Smith was a generous for Umina Beach Public School in of the Woy Woy campus have twice as much it will funded needs based funding’, and determined woman who never 2018. unanimously passed a motion as used in the Liberal Party Tributes have flowed from local, actually receive, according shied away from standing up for our “This certainly looks less condemning the use of the advertisements, means to the State and Federal dignatories. community; both as the Member for to Teachers Federation Liberal Party, it is certainly not Short-term action to protect impressive than the 10-year College’s name for party-political Current Member for Gosford, DEB O’NEILL Gosford and as a strong advocate members at the campus. the beachfront between increase figures cited of $14.9 purposes. equivalent in meaning to fully Ms Liesl Tesch described Ms & LABOR for cancer treatment. The advertisement in the June funded needs based funding million and $5.8 million respectively. “We condemn the association of Smith as “a tireless campaigner for Umina and Ettalong should “She was deeply committed to 13 edition of Peninsula News according to the National Education VOTED AGAINST “These 10- year figures are Brisbane Water Secondary College the Central Coast community”. take place while Central her family and like so many in our claimed that Brisbane Water Reform Agreement. simply determined by assuming Woy Woy Campus with misleading “Kathy was a remarkable Coast Council prepares for community; Kathy’s family will feel Secondary College Woy Woy that funding per school would information about school funding, Over 2018 and 2019, the college woman whose long career in is major “coastal protection a great emptiness in their lives. campus would receive an extra would receive a total increase in otherwise remain completely static as occurred in the Liberal Party small business and the community IN ADDITIONAL FUNDING works” project, according to “As the NSW Cancer Voices $14.9 million, implying a similar funding of $499,302. at the 2017 amount for the entire advertisement published in the sector led to her representing the chairwoman, Kathy’s unrelenting two local community groups. ATER W amount would be received by FOR BRISBANE following decade. “If the National Education Peninsula News on June 13,” the people of Gosford,” she said. determination was a critical factor The Umina Community Group Umina campus. SECONDARY COLLEGE “Furthermore, given that a 10- motion said. Reform Agreement (the previously “After being diagnosed with WOY WOY CAMPUS in the delivery of our very own would like to see the council taking Ettalong Woy Woy Teachers agreed Gonski funding model) year period is much longer than “We reject any implication by cancer in 1996, Kathy became a “From her passion and Cancer Centre at Gosford Hospital. more short-term measures before Federation president Mr Only the Liberals will deliver fully funded needs the Federal political cycle, it is also political parties that our College were to be honoured by the cancer advocate and then chair of based funding to Central Coast schools. commitment to improving the “She was rightly proud of the September 9 local government Christopher Wright said: “Because Federal Government, then over the conceivable that, like the final years supports or should support a Cancer Voices NSW. lives of local cancer survivors as her vital role in that significant election, according to spokesman it is one college with two campuses, same two years Brisbane Water of the National Education Reform funding model that will deliver “Kathy spent years working with said. the chairwoman of NSW Cancer achievement which stands as a Mr Tony Winch. Brisbane Water Secondary College Secondary College would have Federal and State Governments to “That there are some Agreement funding, some years of significant funding cuts to the Voices to her service to the people testament to her endeavors. “We would like to see a sand receives its funding in one sum. received an increase in funding of inaccuracies on the school funding this iteration of school funding may students of the Peninsula.” establish a regional cancer centre of Gosford and the Peninsula as “As the key leader of the replenishment process to basically “This means that the Liberal $2.3 million.” never see the light of day. The motion was passed at Gosford Hospital. estimator website is certain. an elected representative, her community voice on this issue, push the sand back into place Party has advertised a hugely “These considerations make unanimously on June 15. Mr Wright said the figures “The Central Coast Cancer “For example, the Umina drive and tenacity were beyond Kathy leaves a lasting legacy so Tenants are being selected needs basis,” Mr Tuffin said. to at least remove some of the inflated figure of $14.9 million of quoted of $14.9 million “in Mr Wright said he had written Centre will stand as Kathy’s Campus of Brisbane Water the cited figures of $14.9 million question. that cancer sufferers now have a for a government-supported dangers.” “The Government offered a oneadditional funding for Woy Woy additional funding” for Brisbane greatest legacy to the Central Secondary College is not and $5.8 million not especially to the Prime Minister, Mr Malcolm “On behalf of Central Coast local facility to undertake cancer affordable housing project in off capital grant through the NSW Ocean Beach Surf Life Saving Campus alone.” Turnbull, Senator Arthur Sinodinos meaningful. Water Secondary College Woy mentioned at all. Coast community and will never be Council, I extend our deepest treatment closer to their family and Club has published pictures on its Land and Housing Corporation He said it could be “deliberately Mr Wright said: “As teachers, and the Member for Robertson, Woy Campus and $5.8 million forgotten. Woy Woy. “Umina Beach Public School is condolences to Kathy’s family and friends. Facebook page of the state of the misleading information in the for Umina Beach Public School we care about the education of our Ms Lucy Wicks, about the “During her time as our local “The project was initiated by within the Department of Family inaccurately named. friends at this time.” “Many locals fighting cancer erosion near its clubhouse. Liberal Party advertisement to were based upon the Australian advertisements published in the member, Kathy worked tirelessly the NSW Government to provide and Community Services (FACS). “What other inaccuracies there students. The flag at Central Coast are now able to balance the “We would like to see council “The completed project is Edition 424 supply for low income July 2017 Edition 7 August 2017 Edition 426 make the funding sound more Government’s School24Funding “We 425 are concerned about the Peninsula News. for our community. housing may be in the school funding Council was flown at half-mast on challenges of their treatment and doze the whole area, re-contour impressive”. The advertisements were Federal Government’s new policy Estimator. “Kathy revealed and fought for earners experiencing housing wholly owned by Evolve Housing estimator is unknown.” June 1 in acknowledgement of Ms still maintain their work and family the beach and replant the area Alternatively, local Liberal Party Both NSW Minister of Education the repair of dangerous problems stress,” according to Mr Keith and Pacific Link and is to be leased Mr Wright also questioned the on schools funding and in particular booked and paid for by the office of Smith’s passing. commitments. with native vegetation … but that representatives did not know Mr Rob Stokes and NSW how our public schools will be Senator Sinodinos. with the Hawkesbury River Rail Gavin, chief of community housing and managed by Pacific Link for assumptions behind the estimate. NSW Opposition Leader “That simply wouldn’t have would cost money,” said president “the school names and student Departmental Secretary Mr Mark SOURCES: Bridge, supported the community provider Pacific Link Housing the joint venture.” “The time period for this disadvantaged by this policy. Mr Luke Foley said Ms Smith happened without Kathy’s efforts. Remains of a walkway now hanging from the dune Storm water scour in front of the main outlet near the surf club Mr Scott Hannell. Mr Tuffin said Pacific Link had numbers of the schools in their Scott had stated it should not be Motion and letter, 20 Jun 2017 “We support the full in the fight to prevent the closure which is managing the Woy Woy ‘additional funding’ for the two had passed away peacefully “As the Member for Gosford, He said there were significant “significant flexibility” to manage Christopher Wright, NSW local learning community”. The dunes, between the priority to put in place without “They talk about dredging the interrupted”. relied upon because the basis of schools mentioned is not specified implementation of the National of our local Roads and Maritime Apartment Project. surrounded by loved ones. Teachers Federation Kathy’s unrelenting drive kept the parts of the beach that were not surf club and the sandbag wall, channel but they are pumping the Mr Wright said that the the estimate was unknown, he “From the community group’s elected councillors,” he said. Services office, and worked to stop The project has 31 apartments, the social housing tenant mix and in the Liberal Party advertisements. Education Reform Agreement’s Sinodinos response - page 4 “Kathy bravely battled a Baird government to account and passable at high tide and the extent constructed after the April 2015 sand into the sea and not using it point of view, we have been waiting advertisement stated that the “On a positive note the the increase in train fares. with 13 apartments listed as some of the Woy Woy tenants recurrence of cancer for more than provided crucial electoral support of the erosion made it difficult for storm, have been eroded to the to replenish the beach,” he said. for the Coastal Zone Management regeneration of the dunes by the “I commit to continuing Kathy’s affordable housing and 17 set would be transferred in from a year,” Mr Foley said. for her local constituents. the club to get its safety equipment underutilised social housing point where they are now an unMr Tony Winch, from the Umina Plan to be approved by the NSW three active dune care groups great work in my role as the aside as social housing. “Her condition deteriorated “In particular, Kathy’s campaigns on and off the sand vegetated cliff-face. continues. Community Group, said the group Government,” Mr Winch said. Member for Gosford.” The building in Chambers Place already managed by Pacific Link. sharply last weekend,” he said. to keep local state services in our “At the moment the all-terrain “Like all households, tenants Mr Hannell said the club had had been working with the Central “Now that is signed off, the next “We are pleased to see the Ms Tesch extended her also has common areas, a terrace, “Kathy was first diagnosed with community revealed her character vehicle that council supplied been having discussions “for years Coast Council officers responsible thing is to look at where the funding sandbags have done their job at condolences to Ms Smith’s family. parking spaces and ground floor who have been in social housing cancer in 1996. - she wouldn’t give up in the fight the club and that tows our gear and years” with council about the for the amenity of the beach “on will be coming from,” he said. homes for some time progress the point by protecting the road Federal Member for Robertson, retail space. Central Coast Council has A $37.2 million development “She fought for the provision of for fairness. trailer, the rubber ducky and other state of the beach. “Hopefully it would be the and now some of the bags have the day-to-day tactical tasks” Ms Lucy Wicks, also paid tribute Affordable housing rentals are from having families to being refused the application to public radiotherapy treatment on application has been received “Kathy’s tireless work for our emergency equipment wouldn’t be “I can’t see the beach recovering required to keep the situation from council applying for and organising been covered in sand,” he said. to former Member for Gosford, Ms set at 75 per cent of full private ‘empty-nesters’ and may later find the Central Coast. build a 160-bed nursing community is a noble legacy andby I Central Coast Council for able to be pulled up off the beach,” for at least the next few years and deteriorating further. themselves living alone in a large Hoff said. A grass-roots, communitythat funding so the work in the plan Mr Winch referred to the Kathy Smith. rental costs. “Her campaign culminated thank her for her dedicated service he said. a 1.66 hectare site Community members have been the redevelopment driven plan for the new luckily we haven’t had any decent can beon implemented. sandbag wall constructed to He said he would describe the home “I was deeply saddened to hear To be consideredofforWoy tenancy, home. in joint Federal and State to the people of Gosford and the Mr Hannell questioned why so east coast lows this year.” “This has been a perpetual meeting at Pearl Beach regularly Hillview Street, Woy Woyapplicants Sporties must bowling “That is a hard directional protect The Esplanade after Central Coast Council has current public amenity as “very at 45 of the passing of former Member have club earnings government funding in 2010 for the Peninsula she called home.” much attention had been given since March to put together a Woy. erosion impacted the roadway for Gosford Kathy Smith,” Ms at the corner of North below $52,900 a Burge year, or problem, both for them and for been generated out of Pearl construction of the Central Coast Senator O’Neill said her to the risk to private property at comprehensive, community-driven The $27.8 million application following the April 2015 storm. Wicks said. annum couples, community housing providers. and $79,400per Brick Wharf Rds,forWoy Beach. Cancer Centre, which included the thoughts and prayers were with Ms Wamberal when community assets “Pacific Link will offer the plan for the future of the Central sought to modify a previouslyThe Central Coast Council “My thoughts are with Kathy’s One of the chief instigators of Woy.according to Pacific Link’s project opportunity for existing tenants in public radiotherapy facilities for Smith’s family.. and public amenity were in such Coast. approved DA from 2006 for a operational plan for 2017-18 will family, friends and colleagues at officer Mr John Tuffin. the plan, Ettalong resident Ms which she battled so hard. A private funeral was held for The redeveloped site would dire straits on the Peninsula’s main Ms Hoff, who had spent two 60-unit self-care seniors’ living see the first steps taken towards this difficult time.” They not own or part- good standing who wish to downMarcelle Hoff said it was timely of must seniors housing, “I spoke to her husband Peter Ms Smith on Tuesday, June 6. consist beachfront. size to move to Woy Woy, where years as an independent councillor development to the latest proposal a three-year project to construct Central Coast Council own anyliving existing property that the group behind the plan held independent units, a newwithin the modern apartment is within SOURCES: O’Hanlon and conveyed to him Mr Hannell saidcall the had the City of Sydney said Wharf at Woy Woy The fire-damaged NSW on Fisheries boatshed next Council, to Fisherman’s A prompt byphotos a resident to NSW Fire and Rescue meant the fire was for a160-bed residential aged care coastal protection works along administrator Mr Ian Reynolds paid overseas. and a a public meeting in Pearl Beach club, Australia retail or tenancies Media release, 1 Jun 2017 the great affection that so many been viewed by over 22,000and people easy reach of shopping, services Photos: Tim Conway she believed the Community Plan contained did not spread to Fisherman’s Wharf facility. Umina and Ocean Beach, subject tribute to Ms Smith. Applicants on Saturday, June 24, to take the basement car park. must also meet all and public transport. members of Parliament, from all Ian Reynolds, Central Coast Council and the majority of comments were should give people a “sense of According to an assessment to the availability of funding. He said Ms Smith was renowned private rental requirements Media statement, 31 May 2017 The initiative into the “action” stage. proposal is seen as a way and sides, feel towards Kathy. in support of something being “The current housing waiting awareness of what they can do if SOURCES: report prepared by Central Coast for her commitment to the local Kieran Gill, Office of Luke Foley MP provide of losses rental history, “The period for public for the club proof to meet of “My thoughts are with Peter, done to improve the amenity of the they are passionate and put their Facebook post, 20 Jun 2017 Council staff, the proposed Media release, 31 May 2017 community, particularly her citizenship status, financial status, list for over-55s seeking a studio consultation concerning the $800,000 accumulated over the Kathy’s children Richard and Janet beach. Interview, 5 Jul 2017 or one-bedroom in Woy Woy is in mind to it.” Richard Merhtens, Office modifications to the original campaigning for the Central Coast andyears. references. contents of our Community Plan is past 12 Scott Hannell, Ocean Beach Marcelle Hoff Van Davy and her grandchildren Georgia, Several public access paths She said she worked with Dr of Liesl Tesch MP consent would have included an Cancer Centre which includes “Depending on the individual excess of 300. rapidly being replaced by the need Surf Life Saving Club Jimmy, Ali and Joshua.” Media statement, 1 Jun 2017 The applicant was listed as have been impassable for over two “The Woy Woy project will help Van Davy of Pearl Beach to put the Council election were invited to for those who wanted the additional storey to result in a public radiotherapy services. needs of tenants, thecare Woyof Woy for action and decisions,” Ms Hoff activities and research, understand Woy Holdings Pty Ltd, Interview, 5 Jul 2017 Rhys Zorro, Office Woy of Senator Deborah O’Neill issued years, he said. reduce this waiting list,” he said. three-storey building and changing the landscape and determine attend the meeting, along with Central Coast Council to be truly first draft of the Community Plan “Kathy was a remarkable project some Tony Winch, Umina said. Barker Ryan provides Stewart Pty Ltd.accessible SOURCES: prevent it from spreading to nearby Senator Deborah O’Neill of the Woy Woy and Brick Wharf Rd with an three metre shed with a steel roof More SOURCE: a statement that said she had been recently, erosion has seen supporters or potential supporters Part a pitched roof to a flat roof. representative of the wishes of together based on her experience woman who dedicated her life apartments designed Community Group Website, 2 Aug 2017 She said the meeting that was strategies. number ofand unitsothers proposed, Website, 1 Jun 2017 The of 100 metres. structures.of sand around the Interview, 19 May 2017 “deeply saddened by the news waterfront cordoned off exclusion the depletion as a Cityzone of Sydney councillor and was owned by NSW fisheries but, Car parking in the Section 96 Declared or potential candidates of the Community Plan. ratepayers was to forge a sustainable Reporter: Jackie Pearson to serving her community,” Mr for use as units if required. Daniel Sullivan, Brisbane Lucy Wicks, Member for Robertson held on June 24 was held to digest according to disability the application, John Tuffin, Pacific Link Housing Fire and Rescue Central Coast’s according to Mr Barton, it was What started thenear fire the remains that, despite a long and determined main stormwater drain a equitable crime scene following “The meeting was important asand application was actually reduced future for them,” Ms Deputy Mayor. Water LAC Facebook page Reynolds said. willstoreys be allocated Reporter: Dilon Luke feedback received, discuss recent for the September 9 Central Coast was 87 “These over five plus theon a the fireP4 mostly empty apart from some unknown andClub’s investigations Continued Ocean Beach Surf car park. are Exposed pipe and rubble a suspicious fire at a boat Inspector Bob Barton said Interview, 3 Aug 2017 from 75 spaces to 53 and both basement parking. started at around 4.25am and was tools. ongoing. Bob Barton, NSW Fire and shed on the morning of the internal layout and external The gross floor at areawww.peninsulanews.info of the new attended by three fire trucks, police Fire crews and emergency The fiTHIS re did ISSUE not spread to the Rescue Central Coast THIS ISSUE contains 56 articles - Read more news items forbuilding this issue THIS ISSUE contains 56 articles - Read more news items for this issue August at www.peninsulanews.info contains 43 articles Read more news items for this issueofat appearance thewww.peninsulanews.info development Wednesday, 2. An aerial view of the proposed nursing home site work would be 20,557 and ambulance. services worked throughout the adjoining Fisherman’s Wharf Reporter: Dilon Luke were altered. Minor traffic diversions were put square metres. The timber-clad six metre by morning to contain the blaze and restaurant, Mr Barton said. “The applicant submitted legal The staff report recommended gazetted ecologically endangered pool, basement car parking in place around The Esplanade The NSW Office of the community of Umina Coastal and community hall), subject to advice that they wish Council “Council as Erina consent authority Offi ce: 120c Erina Gosford Office: 120c Erina Street, Gosford Offi ce: 120c Street, Gosford Environment and Street, Heritage to determine the current s96(2) refuse 4325 consent7369 to the Section 96 Sandplain Woodland located on conditions. Phone: 7369Information Phone: 4325 7369 Phone: Aboriginal 4325 Heritage the site since 2004. This consent approved 37 self- application.” (2) Part 7 application to modify2250 An artist's impression of the proposed redevelopment Mail: PO Box 1056, recorded Gosford 2250 Mail: PO Box 1056, Gosford 2250 Mail: PO Box 1056, Gosford Management System According to the assessment An application for a Seniors care units. Development Consent 30219 to E-mail: editorial@centralcoastnews.net E-mail: editorial@centralcoastnews.net E-mail: editorial@centralcoastnews.net 15 aboriginal sites near or in area. “Retail tenancies will be consistent with the desired future bistro, auditorium, entertaining The UCSW on the land was report that recommended refusal of the approved Senior Living and Living development containing 41 the locationwww.centralcoastnews.net of the proposed Website: Website: www.centralcoastnews.net Website: www.centralcoastnews.net “The proposal will stimulate areas, deck and ‘all-weather’ accessed via the boardwalk character of the area and includes dwellings together with community preserved and protected by a the latest application, the addition Ancillary Facilities.” development. fronting Lions Park. the local economy, complement bowling green. an integrated architectural design The reasons given in the report and recreational facilities was positive covenant in an existing of one floor would have raised the An environmental noise nearby commercial developments; “The basement car park will be to reduce visual impact, protect “The club will be accessed from consent and ceiling height from 7.85 metres to to justify refusal included that the refused by the former Gosford development assessment, submitted in support provide additional housing for North Burge Rd and will have accessed from North Burge Road scenic values and promote view the ballot to be counted and it repeated her statement that she Woy Woy Bay resident, Ms support the Rules of the Labor I had a medical certificate. 11.05 metres above ground level. proposal was not substantially Council at its meeting of February registered on March 18, 2008. of the application, which concluded seniors and provide additional facilities to accommodate 300 with internal lift and stair access to sharing. “So with only one side of the hasn’t been. remained keen to represent the Belinda Neal, continues to party to the best of her ability,” “The applicant contends that “This consent has been the same development originally 1, 2005. that, subject to recommendations employment opportunities during people. “The ballot should have been Gosford West Ward on the new residential floors. “The proposed development fight her expulsion from the NSW Labor said in a written story being told, what would you The applicant appealed modified five times and the current as the additional floor level is approved and modified. being implemented, the and after construction. Central Coast Council expect? counted on the day,” she said. “One hundred and thirty eight responds to population growth and “The proposal is setback from NSW Labor Party and has statement. “The proposal involves Council’s refusal to the NSW Land development contains 56 self-care essentially contained within the redevelopment would meet the “The NSW Labor Internal Senator Deborah O’Neill, who “The decision is subject to “I have written to the ALP to “WT Martin and Associates the waterfront and will not cause basement car parking spaces are the need for additional, high quality senior living dwellings, including a former roof space, the change to called for the preselection radical transformation from that and Environmental Court. Liquor and Gaming NSW and the have prepared a profit and loss substantive view loss or privacy proposed, including 14 accessible accommodation for seniors. Appeals Tribunal instructed the appeal to the review tribunal and call for it to count the vote it has is junior vice president of NSW During the Appeal, the proposal community hall, indoor swimming the overall height is minor and has approved,” the report said. ballot held on Sunday, July Party Office to delay announcing I hope that they will deal with the already conducted,” she said EPA’s acceptable noise limits at statement from June 30, 2005, to issues for nearby residential spaces and 18 visitor spaces. Labor, would not comment on “The proposal will provide pool, 75 car parking spaces, car not significant additional impact. “The proposal is not essentially was amended to 39 units. 23, to be counted. all nearby residential and passive June 30, 2016, showing that the developments. the result of the public selection claims fairly,” she said. Ms Neal said her main concern internal party matters. “The redevelopment of the additional housing choice in the “This is not agreed with. The Court subsequently upheld wash bay, ambulance bay and and materially the same The former Gosford councillor, ballot for Central Coast Council. SOURCES: recreational locations. Ms Neal has since appealed was for Labor to have a strong and club has traded at a loss every “The proposal includes five Woy Woy Sporties Club will retain form of two-bedroom, threebushland conservation area,” the “Such a qualitative change is the Council’s refusal. development due to the significant NSW Legislative Council member, Media statement, 24 Jul 2017 According to supporting year since 2005 with cumulative retail tenancies and associated existing trading hours, operating bedroom, “The result of the ballot will be the expulsion but no outcome has electable team of candidates in the sub-penthouse not consistent with the character The Court’s reasons for staff report said. increase or change in floor space, David Dobson, NSW Labor Federal Member for Robertson provided to party members as been announced. information provided by the losses of approximately $800,000. field campaiging. from Monday to Sunday from 5am and bathrooms. penthouse units; and “The approved development of the area and is not substantially height, number of storeys, value of upholding Council’s refusal were Media statement, 24 Jul 2017 and Senator was expelled by soon as the Review Tribunal has developer: “The proposal is She has called on the party She had told Peninsula News “It is not financially viable for the “Retail tenancies were approved to 12am. the development includes an Interview, 4 Aug 2017 that even though the applicant contains basement car parking the same development,” the report the development, internal layout, party offi cials on the advice of the an opportunity to invest in and club to continue trading at a loss. met to consider the challenges. to count the votes from the on Thursday, July 22, that she was “The redevelopment will enable integrated architectural design by Gosford Council on December Belinda Neal, Woy Woy Bay external appearance, shadow produced a Species Impact and two residential levels above said. Internal Appeals Tribunal the day upgrade the existing site and will “NSW Labor is dedicated to preselection. standing for pre-selection in West Woy Woy Sporties to continue to and landscaping to protect scenic “The proposed redevelopment 17, 2014 (DA 4596/2014). Reporter: Jackie Pearson Many of the 28 objections Statement (that had previously not with a pitched roof. impact, and change of use.” after she participated in the ballot ensuring that Labor candidates complement recent growth and will therefore enable retention Labor Party pre-selection for Gosford Ward. “The proposed development operate from the site and ensure value, promote view sharing and “Following a preliminary submitted by community members Other reasons for the refusal accompanied the application) to at the Woy Woy CWA Hall. development in Woy Woy. for Central Coast Council are out the Gosford West and Gosford She was in hospital on Saturday of the club within a new building achieves appropriate separation the clubs long term financial casual surveillance. were listed as: “The additional the Court, the Court ruled that the assessment of the current s96(2) also pointed out that the previous NSW Labor general secretary campaigning as soon as possible,” East Wards took place at Woy with an illness, attended the pre“The development responds and ensure its long term financial between the club, retail tenancies viability. “The proposal represents Council advised consent had expired as physical impact on the vegetation in the Council could not have determined application, Ms Kaila Murnain made the the statement said. to population growth and the viability through the co-location of and residential units, with wellWoy but officials told candidates selection ballot at Woy Woy on “Recreational pursuits will rational, orderly, economic and conservation zone by increased the application without having the applicant that the changes commencement had not been announcement via Twitter shortly need for additional, high quality compatible seniors housing and defined primary access points for be retained by providing a new sustainable use of the land and Ms Neal made a statement via the ballot box would be sealed Sunday, and then returned to overshadowing, buildings closer to sought the concurrence of the resulted in the development not achieved by the developer. after 9am on Monday, July 24. accommodation for seniors in cafe tenancies. text message at 11.45am on July and taken back to Labor Head hospital on the Monday morning. meeting area for the local fishing should therefore be supported,” the each area. Council’s staff assessment root system of trees, use of non- Department of Environmental and being substantially the same “The IAT received a number 24. proximity to the town centre of Office where it would remain until Her husband, former NSW “The proposed Woy Woy “Residential units will have club and an all-weather bowling developer’s statement concluded. development. report did not agree with the native species in landscaping, and Conservation. of challenges to the eligibility of Woy Woy,” the statement, made in Sporties will be orientated to the pedestrian access from street level green. “I have been in hospital since the resolution of Ms Neal’s appeal parliamentarian Mr John Della SOURCE: “It was suggested to the community in this regard. A new application was lodged construction of timber boardwalk voters for the pre-selection,” she 6am,” she said. support of the application, said. Gosford DA Tracker and other internal disputes about Bosca, attended the pre-selection “The development will north east with views towards off both Brick Wharf Rd and North that the s96(2) “Due to site clearing, registration and development consent was applicant through the conservation area.” said. website, 18 Jul 2017 “The proposal is compatible Brisbane Water and the Lions Burge Rd and lift access from the not detract from the natural “I have not seen anything but the eligibility of some members to ballot using a walking frame, as it The community has been granted on May 14, 2007, for application be withdrawn and a of the positive covenant, erection “The Internal Appeals Tribunal the media has rung. DA52491/2017, Central with recent infill development and Park. vote. is understood he had a hip surgery basement car park to residential environment for recreational Seniors Living and Ancillary new development application be of fencing and signage to protect campaigning to protect the Coast Council found that Ms Neal engaged in the desired future character of the “The ALP Tribunal proceeded On Friday, August 4, Ms Neal in the days prior to the vote. purposes and the development is “The proposal will include a floors. the UCSW, preparation of a Facilities (indoor swimming lodged. unworthy conduct and failed to with a hearing in my absence when said: “The rules of the party require On Friday, August 4, Ms Neal

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ntroduction: The Community Plan is currently an incomplete document reflecting Central Coast has a structure that the incomplete consultations we have been is important to understand. able to complete. The Council will be asked to The CPCC is a new concept. It sketches a debate and adopt this plan. Big Picture of the Central Coast … the way the community would like to see its future. It REFERRED FUTURE – an acknowledges that different parts of that Big integrated and comprehensive Picture requires specific actions by all 3 levels plan of government: local; NSW; Federal. It then The CPCC contains 18 policy categories. Taken requires the Council to enact its responsibilities, together, these integrated policies are designed and to also press, persuade, fight for, the to represent a “preferred future” for the Central essential support of NSW and Federal Coast. The plan contains many matters which governments in THEIR areas of responsibility. Council will need to take, with skill and political strength, to both the NSW Government and OMMUNITY PLAN – a Big Federal Government Picture plan

The Community Plan Central Coast [CPCC] comes from the Central Coast community…not from the NSW Government, not from developers, not from corrupt people or organisations. Nor is it a single-issue approach to local government. This plan is a Big Picture plan which integrates policies. It is a plan…not a wish-list. The CPCC

OUNCIL’s ACTIONS

Each of the 18 policy categories has MANY Council actions. The plan is deliberately presented in this way to avoid vague ambiguity, and to provide the new Council with clear management actions to be pursued from Day One.

CTIONS ARRANGED UNDER APPROPRIATE JURISDICTIONS

Many of the “actions” will be implemented by Council because that is the Council’s job.

Other Council actions will be directed at NSW and Federal Governments because it is those governments that have Constitutional authority. OUNCIL’S PURPOSE – see bold Council will be exercising its right to represent type in the CPCC below the interests of its community, as outlined in its Each of the 18 categories of policy begins with Community Plan’s ‘preferred future’. a statement outlining the reason our Council must be active in this policy area, including Contacts: Dr Van Davy; policies which are in the NSW and Federal Ms Marcelle Hoff; Government jurisdictions. Mr David Abrahams

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COMMUNITY PLAN P02 Plan. This event will include public 1. Governance, and private [anonymous] forums to Ethical Behaviour which Central Coast residents can go if they believe they have been treated and Antiunjustly by Council, an employer, an Corruption employee, a vendor, local government

ouncil’s purpose is to ensure widespread community conﬁdence in Councillors and Council employees. Good governance is at the heart of everything done at Council, covering the culture, processes, systems, policies and practices used to guide every day operations.

authorities, NSW Government authorities, Federal Government authorities, or that they have evidence of government corruption. These forums may be organised to cater for different topical areas anonymously or ofﬁcially: pensioners; ADF veterans, homeless people; aged persons’ housing contracts; public housing; Indigenous Australian issues; multicultural issues…

Good governance creates conﬁdence in Council. It ensures Council delivers what it says it will deliver and that it acts in an ethical way. A key aspect of good local government is Ethics. Democracy depends fundamentally on public trust, and ethical behaviour must be actively pursued and nurtured. Council is committed to openness, transparency and accountability.

1.1.10 Council will have a written plan for continuous improvement.

Corrupted political processes which hide from, or de-power the community at large, are the very processes which provide fertile ground for those who put personal ambition and private gain ahead of the Common Good and will of the People.

1.2 NSW Government: 1.2.1 Council will seek to enlist the NSW Government’s support for advocacy for the establishment of a National and Independent Commission Against Corruption.

1.3 Federal Government: 1.3.1 Council will advocate, in public and government forums, for the establishment of a National and Independent Commission Against Corruption.

1.1 Central Coast Council:

1.1.4 Council will seek to discover acts/processes of corruption, and prosecute, and penalise. This will include conﬁscation of monies and property. 1.1.5 Council will seek and act upon legal advice concerning the best way to pursue anti-corruption strategies associated with various positions: the Mayor and Deputy Mayor; Councillors; senior Council management; other Council employees; Council consultants and advisors both professional and volunteered; preplanning and planning procedures and processes. 1.1.6 Council will ensure all Council contracts will be awarded consistent with public tender requirements. 1.1.7 Council will deliver good governance through strategic management and involvement of local community. 1.1.8 Council will ensure its business relationships are ethical, honest, fair and consistent. Council’s business dealings will be transparent and open to public scrutiny. 1.1.9 Council will run an annual, full weekend marquee-style event, with associated entertainment, possibly associated with other elements of this

2.1.2 In conducting consultations Council shall ensure: relevant information about the matter is shared with the identiﬁed participants [including in draft form], and reasonable opportunity is given to the participants so that they can express their views; raise questions in relation to the matter; contribute to the decision-making process relating to the matter; have the views of the participants recognised and recorded; and have the participant advised of the outcome of the consultation in a timely manner.

2.1.4 Council will meet all its statutory consultation requirements in an expert and timely manner.

1.1.1 Council will ensure that all Councillors have undertaken Code of Conduct and other training required under the Local Government Act prior to the ﬁrst meeting of a new Council.

1.1.3 Council will provide leadership training to Councillors and staff. This training will focus on developing capacity-building for an effective democratic local government.

2.1.1 Council will share information and base its decisions on the consideration of all available evidence for the beneﬁt of all.

2.1.3 Council will provide training for all directors and workers in effective consultation processes and techniques.

Elements/Actions:

1.1.2 Council will provide and ensure all Councillors receive all necessary ongoing training to assist Councillors’ in fulﬁlling statutory requirements.

opportunities for residents, workers, community groups, business, government and industry stakeholders to share ideas, insight and feedback on our projects and policies to help inform Council decisions. Opportunities for participation are available via: workshops and community meetings; stakeholder meetings and roundtables; online consultations on Council’s website; community reference groups; advisory panels; drop-in sessions; and surveys.

2. Commitment to Consultation ouncil’s purpose is to ensure that honest, genuine and transparent consultation with constituents, workers, stakeholders and project partners is a core value of Council. Consultation precedes a decision and provides the opportunity to inﬂuence the decision. Consultation does not mean joint decision making. Effective consultation is about building trust between all persons involved in an activity to facilitate outcomes for the mutual beneﬁt of all participants.

Integrity: Engagement should be clear in scope and purpose. Inclusiveness: Engagement should be accessible and capture/involve consideration of a full range of values and perspectives. Dialogue: Engagement should promote dialogue and open up genuine discussion. Inﬂuence: The community should be able to see and understand the impact of their involvement in consultations that Council conducts.

Elements/Actions: 2.1 Central Coast Council: Council will offer a range of

of increasing urban vegetation and tree cover and police unauthorised tree removal.

3.2 Central Coast Council:

3.2.16 Council will, evaluate and consider adopting the European Green Capital indicators as the criteria for all future development: local contribution to global climate change, transport, green urban areas, noise, waste production and management, nature and biodiversity, air, water consumption, waste water treatment, eco-innovation and sustainable employment, environmental management of the local authority, and energy performance.

3.2.1 Council will act in all matters to maintain or increase the amount of open space, bushland, farmland, unspoilt waterways and beaches, recognising that the relatively clean environment of the Central Coast is a valuable asset and essential for sustainable communities. 3.2.2 Council will engage with the community in genuine consultation on identifying areas where increased housing density can be allowed, to reduce the urban sprawl of existing settlements. 3.2.3 Council will research and identify extreme, medium and lower importance, Indigenous Australian and non-Indigenous Australian heritage areas, events, artefacts and histories and formulate a graduated and costed Heritage Plan for protection and enhancement. 3.2.4 Council will no longer allow the removal of heritage items from the LEP unless that removal is supported by the state Heritage Office. 3.2.5 Council will adopt new zoning controls which reflect the Heritage Plan. 3.2.6 Council will research the relevant acts and identify public lands and waterways which support Central Coast lifestyles. Formulate a costed and integrated Public Spaces and Lifestyles Plan involving protection and enhancement of bushlands, catchment areas, aquifers, National Parks, State Forests, Reserves, Coastal Open Spaces, public reserves and lands, waterways and access to waterways. 3.2.7 Council will adopt new zoning controls to reflect the Public Spaces and Lifestyles Plan.

The following principles guide our approach to engaging the community in decision-making.

3.1.4 All open space in each locality will have community members as part of the management team.

3. Environment ouncil’s purpose is to protect and conserve our environment from the ravages of climate change and sea rise, ocean acidiﬁcation, radio-activation, various pollutants, feral animals, unsustainable human usage and to make provision for sustainable public use of public spaces, support a range of different pursuits and lifestyles, and value our Central Coast heritages both Indigenous Australian and non-Indigenous Australian.

Elements/Actions: 3.1 Local Governance:

Community

3.2.8 Council will prepare, in collaboration with the university sector, a Council Green Paper on Environmental Risk which identiﬁes signiﬁcant risks to the Central Coast environment and the NSW and Federal Government action required to reduce and eliminate the risks. 3.2.9 Council will adopt a zero waste policy for Council activities. 3.2.10 Council will set targets to move to a carbon-neutral footprint for overall Council activities. 3.2.11 Council will, as far as state planning laws allow, insist that any new housing developments have street and lot alignments that allow passive solar housing, community space, storm-water harvesting, local power generation, utility bike paths, mixed zonings allowing a range of work places alongside housing and other innovations to reduce waste and improve healthy community living.

3.1.1 Council will support community action aimed at ensuring public land remains in public hands.

3.2.12 Council will develop a plan for an integrated utility bike path system across the Coast.

3.1.2 Council will support community action aimed at ensuring Crown Lands reserved for public use will remain Crown Lands.

3.2.13 Council will establish electric car charging points at all public places.

3.1.3 Council will encourage and support local communities leading the development of Public Land Management Plans.

3.2.14 Council will move rapidly to upgrade storm-water systems across the Coast, to prevent leakage of pollutants into waterways. 3.2.15 Council will develop a policy

3.2.17 Council will establish an airquality monitoring system across the Region.

3.3 NSW Government: 3.3.1 Council will press the NSW Government to endorse the Council’s Heritage Plan, to provide legislation to act, and to assist with funding from NSW and Commonwealth sources. 3.3.2 Council will press the NSW Government to endorse the Council’s Public Spaces and Lifestyles Plan, to provide legislation to act, and to assist with funding from NSW and Commonwealth sources. 3.3.3 Council will seek an appropriate response, from the NSW Government, to Council’s Green Paper on Environmental Risk. 3.3.4 Council will continue to lobby for E5 zoning for the Coastal Open Space Scheme. 3.3.5 Council will call on the State Government to prioritise food security over resource extraction west of the freeway and will refuse consent for resource extraction DAs west of the freeway. 3.3.6 Council will urge the state government to draw up plans with funding to commence a process of managed retreat in coastal areas vulnerable to sea level rises. 3.3.7 Council will urge the state and federal governments to change electricity regulations so that decentralised power grids can be rolled out across the Coast. 3.3.8 Council will work with all NSW State agencies to prioritise utility bike riding, including the provision of free bike lockers where free car parking is provided and equivalent funding for separate bike paths whenever road works are undertaken.

3.4 Federal Government: 3.4.1 Press the Federal Government’s departments for bureaucratic and funding support for Council’s Heritage Plan. 3.4.2 Press the Federal Government to provide funding for elements of the Public Spaces and Lifestyles Plan, and especially to fund Council’s responsibility for ameliorating the effects of sea rise, various pollutants that affect wildlife and bees, devastation of wildlife by feral animals. 3.4.3 Seek an appropriate response, from the Federal Government, to Council’s Green Paper on Environmental Risk. 3.4.4 Council will urge the Federal Government to set world best standard targets to reduce greenhouse gases and support a transition to a zero carbon economy.

P03 COMMUNITY PLAN serviced by a Council ofﬁcer and comprise: the Mayor or deputy, the CEO or deputy, two Councillors elected by Council, and representatives nominated by Central Coast Aboriginal communities. This Committee will be co-chaired by an Aboriginal person and a Councillor.

4. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Futures entral Coast Council acknowledges and pays respect to the Traditional Owners and custodians of country throughout Australia. We honour and respect the diverse cultural heritage, customs and beliefs of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Central Coast Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are a wide-ranging group who come from many communities and language groups from all over Australia. Thus cultural views are diverse. Many Aboriginal people on the Central Coast identify as being Darkinjung or Guringai. Council acknowledges the land claims of the Darkinjung and Guringai people and notes the application by Guringai to the National Native Titles Tribunal for recognition of their native title in areas of the Central Coast Council. Council acknowledges some Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the local government area belong to Stolen Generations or have been affected by child removal policies. Many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples Australia-wide, including those in the Central Coast LGA, have been affected to varying degrees by assimilationist policies or ongoing discrimination which negatively impacts people’s social and emotional wellbeing and access to culture. Council also acknowledges the impacts of intergenerational trauma as well as the inherent strength and resilience of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in contemporary Australia. Council acknowledges the necessity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to have access to the power and resources necessary for a self-determined future. Council will encourage and support a progressive move towards equitable outcomes between Central Coast Aboriginal people and the wider community. Council will encourage and support opportunities which enable Central Coast Aboriginal people to move towards ﬁnancial independence.

Elements/Actions: 4.1 Central Coast Council: 4.1.1 Council will maintain a determined process of consultation and negotiation with individual Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people and, speciﬁcally, the Guringai and Darkinjung. 4.1.2 Council will establish a permanent standing committee to advise and recommend actions for Council. This committee will be

4.1.3 Council will prepare an Aboriginal Futures report which will provide up-to-date data on: Aboriginal activity in the local Government area; overall population and centres of concentration; employment by category, gender, age, unemployment, under-employment, vocational interests and aspirations; education by interest and motivation, perceived intrinsic value, education level, gender, age, vocational aspirations; housing by gender, age, marital/ partnered status, number of children, housing aspirations; safety and well-being by perceptions of safety, purposefulness, satisfaction, pride, belonging, violence, intimidation, racism, discrimination; prospective and desired interests and lifestyle by age, gender, sports, arts, cultural events. 4.1.4 Council will undertake an audit of Council jobs with a view to identifying a proportion of jobs at different levels, requiring different skill-sets, for designated Aboriginal study and work traineeships for Central Coast Aboriginal people. This audit will review other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment programs to identify methods by which Council plans to provide jobs, education pathways and career development for new and existing Indigenous employees. When undertaking this audit, Council researchers will consider organisations which will partner with Council eg National Parks and Wildlife, Rural Fire Service, State Emergency Services, Marine Rescue, NSW Ambulance, NSW Fire Service etc. Council will document all major measures of social and economic participation and success. 4.1.5 Council will seek advice from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander standing committee on future plans of action concerning: employment generation; integration of vocational education with modern and potential employment opportunities; housing for Aboriginal families, single people, victims of violence, homeless people and people with mental illness or ‘dual diagnosis’. 4.1.6 Council will, for events such as National Reconciliation Week and/ or NAIDOC Week 2018, schedule and run with the assistance of NGOs, a variety of events designed to attract different audiences: ﬁlms; public displays of Aboriginal culture and ceremony; readings of authored Aboriginal experiences and/or Aboriginal traditional stories; public discussion[s] involving Aboriginal elders/spokespersons and the wider community; public debate; tours of special Aboriginal sites, dance and other performing arts; exhibits of artefacts in line with existing cultural protocols.

prepared for it by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Standing Committee concerning a regular, high proﬁle, Central Coast speciﬁc, Aboriginalbased event eg a month-long Australian Aboriginal Youth AI and Smarts Generator, week-long Aboriginal Performing Arts event designed to generate cutting-edge thinking from Aboriginal innovators while giving the Central Coast national image and presence. 4.1.9 Council will ensure that every tender for all Council-funded or managed events, requires employment opportunities for Aboriginal people. 4.1.10 Council will prepare a procurement policy that requires supplier diversity including opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses.

4.2 NSW Government: Council will seek NSW Government funds to assist with programs, which enable partnering in opportunities to achieve a progressive future for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

4.3 Federal Government: Council will seek Federal Government funds to assist with programs, which enable partnering in opportunities to achieve a progressive future for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

5. Workers and Families

ouncil’s purpose is to understand the realities of work-place wages and conditions for its population, and will therefore research, monitor and record throughout the Central Coast, in partnership with relevant other authorities (eg Fair Work Commission; Human Rights Commission; NSW Anti-discrimination Board), the provision of: Award, and above-Award wages and conditions of employment; workplace policies which are non-discriminatory and free of sexual harassment, nepotism and/or bullying.

Elements/Actions: 5.1 Central Coast Council:

4.1.7 Council will support the creation of a unique Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander tourist experience.

5.1.1 Every quarter, Council will sample a different category of worker to collect data and, with the university sector, analyse the data for: unviable businesses running only because they pay under-Award wages; incidence of illegal below-Award wages; incidence of over-Award hours; incidence of unpaid hours; incidence of perceived workplace intimidation, discrimination, nepotism.

4.1.8 Council will consider options

5.1.2 At least annually, possibly

in collaboration with local media, Council will organise a public forum aimed at listening to issues from workers, their families, pensioners and small business with a view to providing Council and the media with insights into common barriers and difficulties experienced by the community. 5.1.3 Council will review its employment protocols with a view to becoming a ‘best practice’ employer in this region, exhibiting high levels of efficiency and output, employee satisfaction, and employee loyalty. Employees will have high expectations of the employer, Council, just as Council will have high expectations of its employees. 5.1.4 Council will ensure that any tenders for providing Council services [eg waste collection] contain Council requirements which acknowledge relevant pre-existing Enterprise Agreements and reasonable opportunity for flexible staffing [such as an 80-20 split between full-time and casual jobs].

5.2 NSW Government: 5.2.1 Each quarter, Council will provide NSW Government and the mass media with data and analysis based on its research.

5.3 Federal Government: 5.3.1 Each quarter, Council will provide Federal Government and the mass media with data and analysis based on its research.

6. Youth

ouncil’s purpose is to take responsibility for: understanding the needs and aspirations of adolescents and their preferred lifestyles; as best as possible, meeting the needs and aspirations of adolescents and their preferred lifestyles; oversighting, monitoring, and advocating for appropriate education and training to prepare young people for both vocation and lifestyle; seeking NSW and Federal Government support for aspects of Council’s Youth Plan which falls into State and Federal jurisdictions; regularly reviewing inputs and outcomes concerning youth participation in lifestyle and vocation.

Elements/Actions: 6.1 Local Engagement:

Community

6.1.1 Council will, in collaboration with NGOs associated with youth policy and experiences, hold a wellpublicised Youth Forum to consider Central Coast provisions of youth employment, health, and education amongst other matters.

6.2 Central Coast Council: 6.2.1 Council will, in its first year, and in collaboration with Central Coast youth organisations, community and industry, prepare a comprehensive Youth Plan concerning the needs and aspirations of Central Coast youth. The plan will, amongst other matters, include considerations of: s Creating a locally-based and managed tertiary institution with a specific focus on the needs and aspirations of the people and industries of the Central Coast; s Relevant schooling, TAFE and university provision; traineeships and apprenticeships attached to newly-created jobs in sustainable industries such as tourism, Indigenous Australian culture, music, performing arts, wind/wave/ solar energy production, start-ups etc; s Establishing a Start-up innovation capacity building on the opportunities of gigabit speed internet services in Gosford and Bateau Bay areas; s Provision of a new health and wellbeing focus to youth involvement in cultural and sporting activities, with intention to boost youth participation and achievement, partnering with health and associated entities to achieve this. 6.2.2 Council will, in collaboration with the university sector, research the likely level and content of education that will be essential to successfully support Central Coast commercial activity and Central Coast lifestyles over the next generation: pre-schooling; infant schooling; primary schooling; junior secondary schooling; senior secondary schooling; vocational and lifestyle education at TAFE; vocational and lifestyle education at local campuses. 6.2.3 Council will, in collaboration with the NBN/Telcos for very fast internet, and the university sector for research methodology oversight, support, plan and/or fund an information technology Start-up Innovation Centre in each of the Southern and Northern Corridors with the goal of creating a raft of new sustainable small businesses with a range of new jobs for younger people in areas such as: music; Indigenous Australian and nonindigenous Australian cultures and history; performing arts; painting and sculpting; sport; health; and fitness. 6.2.4 Council will commission a Central Coast Future Sustainable Jobs Study, a joint research project involving the Council, the university sector, climate scientists, environmental economists, Central Coast youth and journalists in a study of: 6.2.4.1 Future jobs likely to be required on the Central Coast; 6.2.4.2 Recommendations comprising a 20-year plan to support the creation of sustainable, Zero Pollution Jobs. 6.2.5 Council will commission a review of the importance of sport and cultural pursuits for the wellbeing of young people with a view to reframing and elevating these activities as positive ways to promote the physical

COMMUNITY PLAN P04 and mental health of our youth.

7.1 Central Coast Council:

6.3 NSW Government:

In considering its arts and culture strategy:

6.3.1 Council will make publicly announced policy demands of the NSW Government designed to provide sufﬁcient, affordable, and effectively targeted, education on the Central Coast: child care; Out of School Hours Care; pre-schools; schools; TAFE; and university. 6.3.2 Council will seek funding and bureaucratic support from the NSW Government for two Start-up Innovation Centres in the designated growth corridors. 6.3.3 Council will negotiate with NSW Government for the necessary funding, legislation and political support required for implementation of recommendations from the Central Coast Future Sustainable Jobs Report. 6.3.4 Council will, following the review in 6.2.4, seek partnerships and funding opportunities for both sporting and cultural pursuits.

6.4 Federal Government: 6.4.1 Council will make publicly announced and reinforced policy demands of the Federal Government designed to provide sufﬁcient, affordable, and effectively targeted education on the Central Coast: child care; Out of School Hours Care; preschools; schools; TAFE, University. 6.4.2 Council will seek funding and bureaucratic support from the Federal Government for two Start-up Innovation Centres. 6.4.3 Council will negotiate with Federal Government for the necessary funding, legislation and political support required for implementation of recommendations from the Central Coast Future Sustainable Jobs Report. 6.4.4 Council will, following the review in 6.2.4, seek partnerships and funding opportunities for both sporting and cultural pursuits.

7.1.1 Council will take an integrated, whole-of-Council approach to fostering a creative culture that listens to and acts on the aspirations of our community. 7.1.2 Council will recognise that fostering a thriving and creative culture is not only the responsibility of those working directly in the arts and culture field. 7.1.3 Council will ask the community what its aspirations are for a creative Central Coast. 7.1.4 Council will engage performing and visual arts and culture groups across the coast to develop an Arts and Culture Plan that celebrates diversity and difference and allows each group to flourish in their own space and place. 7.1.5 Council will engage across multiple media platforms and multiple groups, such as schools, sporting groups, youth groups and the aged, for the development and delivery of arts and cultural facilities and events. 7.1.6 Council will host major regionspecific events that give an identity to the Central Coast Region and attract visitors and longer-term residents. 7.1.7 Council will make available affordable venues and support for local cultural, sports and arts activities and groups. 7.1.8 Council will coordinate the development of a 1,000+ seat Performing Arts Centre on the Gosford Waterfront that will comprise: 7.1.8.1 A large concert style hall to attract international and national artists to the Coast. 7.1.8.2 A smaller theatre for local bands and choral concerts. 7.1.8.3 A sense of ‘place’ in which regional artists feel a sense of ownership and belonging. 7.1.8.4 An outdoor space capable of varying crowd capacities, for concerts, displays, exhibitions. 7.1.8.5 A conference and exhibition centre. 7.1.8.6 Workshop spaces to cater for artists such as sculptors, potters, painters, writers and craft workers. 7.1.8.7 Café and dining facilities.

7. Culture, Arts and Recreation

rts and culture will be key pillars to enhancing the creative life of our region. Fostering a thriving and creative culture will involve many departments of Council that have not historically been associated with a cultural agenda – departments such as economic development, planning, community, sport, youth and tourism. This will enable Council to more easily adopt an agenda of transformational change in the way it addresses and manages issues arising across its areas of responsibility.

Elements/Actions:

7.1.9 Council will work with the arts community to develop a culture of collaboration rather than competition for funds and audiences. 7.1.10 Council will reactivate international sister city connections with a view to much greater crosscultural collaboration.

7.2 NSW Government: 7.2.1 Council will advocate for the planning and funding provisions of the above plan.

7.3 Federal Government: 7.3.1 Council will advocate for the planning and funding provisions of the above plan.

8.3.2 Council will campaign to persuade the Federal Government to modify policy and funding such that the needs of the Central Coast are met.

upgrades and expansions essential to efﬁcient rapid transit for increased population and freight; current usage of the dedicated freight line from the Central Coast to Sydney and Newcastle with the view to lobby for the completion and optimised use of same; timetabling in order to improve linkages with other modes of commuter transport. Council will produce a Central Coast Trains Plan that will be integrated with the Central Coast Buses Plan and the Central Coast Shared Transport Plan.

9. Roads and Transport

9.2.2 Public transport – Buses: Council will commission a 2018 independent analysis of: current usage and cost of commuter buses; safety and security; effectiveness of the public bus system; integration and linkages between private and public bus services and other modes of commuter transport; the range of options open to government to enable alternative and cheap means of providing better service tailored to each local community’s needs. Produce Central Coast Buses Plan that will be integrated with the Central Coast Trains Plan and the Central Coast Shared Transport Plan.

with the Federal Government to modify policy and funding such that the needs of the Central Coast are met.

8. Health and Hospitals

ouncil’s purpose is to have a full understanding of the Health and Hospital requirements of the Central Coast community and thus, to prepare, by September 2019, and in collaboration with Central Coast civil society, a well-researched plan for the provision and retention of sufﬁcient general practitioner (GP) services, specialist services, dental services and public hospital facilities.

Elements/Actions: 8.1 Central Coast Council: 8.1.1 GP services: Council will complete, publish, distribute, and consider the recommendations of a commissioned research study of Central Coast doctors, workers and pensioners concerning GP service provision on the Central Coast. 8.1.2 Specialist services: Council will complete, publish, distribute, and consider the recommendations of, a commissioned research study of Central Coast specialists, doctors, workers and pensioners concerning specialist medical services provision on the Central Coast. 8.1.3 Dental services: Council will complete, publish, distribute, and consider the recommendations of, a commissioned research study of Central Coast dentists, academics, workers and pensioners concerning dental services provision on the Central Coast. 8.1.4 Hospital facilities: Council will complete, publish, distribute, and consider the recommendations of, a commissioned research study of hospital workers, doctors, specialists, patients and families concerning hospital, especially public hospital facilities and related services on the Central Coast.

8.2 NSW Government: 8.2.1 Standing Committee: Council will negotiate with NSW Government to establish an oversight Board comprising Council-nominated medical and community personnel, academics and NSW Government Departments. 8.2.2 Council will negotiate with NSW Government for the legislation, funding and political support to provide for the recommendations in the reports concerning: GP provision; specialist; dental; and hospital services. 8.2.3 If required, Council will campaign publicly to persuade Federal and NSW Governments to provide legislation, funding and political support for the adequate provision of GP, specialist, dental and hospital services.

8.3 Federal Government: 8.3.1 Council will negotiate directly

ouncil’s purpose is to attain a comprehensive understanding of emergency, urgent, current, and future roads and transport needs for the Central Coast, to take direct action where it can, and to press NSW and Federal Governments where required to have those needs met in an efficient and timely manner. In its first year, the new Council, in collaboration with Central Coast civil society, will prepare a 10-year integrated roads, rail and traffic plan (2020-2030) designed to: understand evolving transport needs and facilitate the smooth movement of traffic; increase the effectiveness and usage of public transport, shared transport, bicycles and motorcycles; improve drainage; increase the use of trains for bulk transport. Council will acknowledge the authority of the NSW and Federal Governments while insisting on its right to comprehensively plan for the Central Coast, and to represent the wishes of Central Coast people into the NSW and Federal jurisdictions. Therefore Council will be conscious of its responsibility to persistently make representations to, negotiate with and, if necessary, to campaign for the funds and enabling legislation required for the implementation of the Central Coast Roads and Transport Plan 20202030.

Elements/Actions: 9.1 Local Engagement:

Community

Individuals, community groups, business and stakeholders will be encouraged to bring forward their concerns to Council as partners in any plans to deliver road construction, upgrades, safety and maintenance, commuter transport (both public and private) timetable integration, and upgrading catchment and tidal drainage ‘hot spots’ that meet the needs of their communities. Council will encourage the use of new and emerging technologies to engage with residents and rate-payers.

9.2.3 Public transport – Shared Transport: Council will commission a report on: current usage of all modes of shared transport including taxis, Uber and private vehicles; current policies and infrastructure that support shared transport; options to develop the provision of economic incentives for the adoption of shared transport; integration; safety and security and linkages between shared transport and other modes of commuter transport. Produce a Central Coast Shared Transport Plan. This plan will be integrated with the Central Coast Trains Plan and the Central Coast Buses Plan. 9.2.4 Freight and Goods - Council will plan for the smooth and efficient flow of freight and goods. 9.2.5 Public roads – Kerbing, Guttering and Drainage. Council will: complete the assessment and mapping of areas that are subject to flash flooding from both storm surge (tidal) and catchment inundation, and propose costed alternatives to optimise kerbing, guttering and drainage; consult fully with affected precinct communities and produce, in 2018, a priority plan of the scope of new works and schedule of maintenance of roads and drains as advised by Council’s departments and their consultants. 9.2.6 Public roads – Ease of Movement: Council will take immediate action to relieve congestion at identified ‘bottlenecks’ through investigation of a ‘smart roads’ concept that utilises technology to improve road use efficiency such as ‘on demand’ driverless cars/buses using mobile phone interconnectivity and applications.

9.2 Central Coast Council:

9.2.7 Council will produce a Central Coast Emergency Roads Plan in consultation with the State Emergency Service, Rural Fire Service, Fire and Rescue NSW and the Ambulance Service of NSW.

9.2.1 Public transport – Trains: Council will commission a 2018 independent analysis of: the necessary tracks, signalling, other

9.2.8 Council will investigate implementing a ‘reward system’ for commuter transport, in appropriate precincts, along the lines of Stanford

P05 COMMUNITY PLAN University’s Parking and Transport Services innovation, to reduce the number of vehicles on the road and increase commuter movement efﬁciency. 9.2.9 Parking – Council will research and develop a plan for projected parking in the growth corridors and shopping centres. 9.2.10 Pedestrian accessibility plan - Council will account for age and disability in the planning of roads and transport by collaborating with service providers and stakeholders. Roads are more than arteries. They can also be barriers to those without easy mobility. Therefore, compassionate appraisal of the needs of the aged and disable, in accessing and safely negotiating our roads, is imperative.

politically, including within Federal elections in Central Coast seats. 9.4.2 Public roads – kerbing and guttering: Council will make representations to the Federal Government to seek the funds necessary to build the priorities in identified in 9.2.4. 9.4.3 Public roads – ease of movement: Council will seek the support, both legislatively and financially from the Federal government, for the Central Coast 10 Year Roads Plan 2020-2030. 9.4.4 Pedestrian access and Cycle plans - Council will make representations to the Federal Government to seek the funds necessary to build the priorities as identified in 9.2.7 and 9.2.8.

9.2.11 Cyclist plan – Council will revisit the Gosford Bike Plan 2014, the Wyong On-Road Bicycle and Shared Pathway Strategy Adopted December 2010, and the NSW Bike Plan 2010 to develop, with the consultation of stakeholders, a timeline of priorities to bring about the establishment of a bicycle pathway network that meets the need of our communities. 9.2.12 Council will commission an independent assessment, based on a population increase of 100,000 to the Central Coast Region by 2036, that will include extensive interviews with all road users including commercial, commuter and private vehicle owners/drivers/users/cyclists/ bicyclists, as well pedestrians, regarding prescient and regional road needs, and associated essential funding levels. Using the concepts of Trafﬁc Flow Theory’, Council will produce a Central Coast 10 Year Roads Plan and Transport Plan 20202030.

9.3 NSW Government: 9.3.1 Public transport – trains, buses and shared transport: Council will use the three plans for trains, buses and taxis to make representations to, and negotiate with, the NSW Government for required legislation and funding support. If necessary, Council will also campaign for these three plans politically, including within the NSW elections in Central Coast seats. 9.3.2 Public roads – kerbing and guttering: Council will make representations to the NSW Government to seek the funds necessary to build the priorities as identified in 9.2.4. 9.3.3 Public roads – ease of movement: Council will seek the support, both legislatively and financially from the NSW government, for the Central Coast 10 Year Roads and Transport Plan 2020-2030. 9.3.4 Pedestrian access and Cycle plans - Council will make representations to the NSW Government to seek the funds necessary to build the priorities as identified in 9.2.7 and 9.2.8.

9.4 Federal Government: 9.4.1 Public transport – trains, buses and shared transport: Council will use the three plans for trains, buses and shared transport to make representations to, and negotiate with, the Federal Government for required legislation and funding support. If necessary, Council will also campaign for these three plans

motivation, interest in and boredom with, current status quo. The review will seek to illuminate the role schools play in developing social cohesion and the level of success schools have in developing good and participative citizenship. 10.1.5 Council will seek to establish, with the NSW Department of Education, and assuming a potential 100,000 increase in population by 2036, the size and placement of student needs throughout the Central Coast: s Pre-school; s Infants schools; s Primary schools; s Junior high schools; s Senior high schools; s TAFE and vocational education/ apprenticeship/trainee providers; s Emerging future job and entrepreneurial opportunities; s University.

10.2 NSW Government:

10. Education

n its ﬁrst four-year term, Council’s purpose is to:

action to remedy s Initiate immediately obvious and urgent gaps in Central Coast education provision;

10.2.1 Council will immediately enter discussions with the NSW and Federal Governments to seek adequate funding for immediate needs in child-care, TAFE and a new tertiary institution. 10.2.2 Council will seek to establish, with the NSW Department of Education, and assuming a 100,000 increase in population by 2036, the size and placement of student needs throughout the Central Coast:

s Develop a comprehensive plan of educational needs across the Central Coast as the basis of representations to NSW and Federal Governments for adequate planning and provision in pre-school child care, infant education, primary education, secondary education; vocational education, TAFE and university;

s Pre-school;

s nvestigate and report on educational structures and/or provision which strengthens social cohesion and Central Coast identity.

s Emerging future job and entrepreneurial opportunities;

Elements/Actions:

10.3 Federal Government:

10.1 Central Coast Council: 10.1.1 Gaps in child care provision: Council will assess the need for affordable child-care in the growth corridors, and investigate the feasibility of providing, or commissioning, child-care for workers, and Out-Of-School-Hours Care. 10.1.2 Gaps in TAFE provision: Council will commission a review with recommendations concerning the extent and nature of vocational education on the Central Coast. Until this is completed, Council will seek a guarantee from NSW Government and Federal Government, that TAFE will be protected and strengthened as a public provider. Council will encourage and support centres which match young people with jobs while providing the job-speciﬁc training required. 10.1.3 Gaps in tertiary provision: Council will seek to establish a separate Central Coast tertiary institution. 10.1.4 Council will seek to commission an independent assessment of Central Coast student

s Infants schools; s Primary schools; s Out Of School Hours Care; s Junior high schools; s Senior high schools; s TAFE and vocational education/ apprenticeship/trainee providers;

s University. 10.3.1 Council will immediately enter discussions with the NSW and Federal governments to seek adequate funding for immediate needs in child-care, TAFE and a new university 10.3.2 Council will seek funds from the Federal Government and its agencies to undertake the studies for the Central Coast outlined here.

with other government organisations with existing expertise and programs (eg ATO and NSW Fair Trading) together with the local government area’s business and community organisations in delivering tailored programs and opportunities.

business; s Identiﬁes and lists: common pitfalls to be avoided; legislative and regulatory for viable small businesses; contact names and numbers of voluntary mentors and professional advisors.

Elements/Actions:

11.2.6 Council will run annual workshops, in concert with TAFE/ agencies, to assist people considering establishing a viable small business.

11.1 Local Engagement:

Community

11.2.7 Council will appoint a Small Business Manager.

11.1.1 Council will adopt guiding principles for Small Business similar to:

11.2.8 Council will resource an entrepreneur coordinator who will assist start up business and small businesses who are endeavouring to grow.

s Council, NSW and Federal Governments should be concerned with the overall small business welfare of the region rather than merely with service provision.

11.2.9 Council will hold bi-annual liaison forums with small businesses in each ward.

s Council should encourage the empowerment of small business communities within the region and the citizens who constitute them, and will recognise the contribution of local small business organisations and enable, rather than control, that contribution.

11.2.10 Council will recognise and include in Council-organised forums, “commuter small businesses” that are resident in the region but operate substantially out of the region.

s Council will ensure that the whole range of the small business resources in the community is used to the full for the good of the Region.

11.2.12 Council will set up one or more Sister City programs with another Australian city that has a complementary economy to that of the Central Coast. This program will offer small business in both cities opportunities to network, trade and collaborate with each other through joint Council-arranged processes.

s Council will review and publish an annual plan on how needs are best met. 11.1.2 Council will maintain a joint register of active small business groups and organisations in the region and encourage them to prepare an annual “issues and action” list that will provide the basis of bi-annual liaison forums involving these groups with Council.

11.2 Central Coast Council: 11.2.1 Council will develop, with help from academics, workers, pensioners and small businesspeople, a working definition of a viable business 11.2.2 Council will, in its first year, commission a small business study in concert with the university sector, to identify the best method(s) the Council, NSW and Federal Governments can use to encourage, and strengthen the longevity of, viable small businesses 11.2.3 Council will run an annual “Happy Workers, Happy Business” competition to highlight good wages, conditions and business practices and their association with satisfied and committed workers.

11.2.11 Council will include small business development in the Sister City program.

11.2.13 Council will maintain a current database of small business “health” statistics for the region. Data will be made freely available. 11.2.14 Council will liaise with community and small business to advise on local trafﬁc and parking planning.

11.3 NSW Government: 11.3.1 Council will make representations to, negotiate with, and if necessary campaign for, the NSW Government to seek legislative and regulatory support for matters identiﬁed as priorities in the Encouraging and Supporting Viable Small Businesses Study [see 11.1.2]

11.4 Federal Government: 11.4.1 Council to make representations to the Federal Government to seek legislative and funding support for matters identiﬁed as priorities in the Encouraging and Supporting Viable Small Businesses Study [see 11.1.2].

11.2.4 Council will encourage, in partnership with agencies and organisations, compliance with employment laws such as: payment of Award and over-Award wages; unpaid hours of work; use of 457 visas to undercut payment of wages; unpaid superannuation entitlements.

11. Small Business

ouncil’s purpose is to provide, as best as possible, a businessfriendly approach to small business start-ups and continuing small business success. Council will partner

11.2.5 Council will produce a small booklet to assist potential small business owners (Assistance for Potential Small Business Owners), which: s Outlines the steps to a successful viable business; s Provides a check-list, in organisational order, of planning steps to be undertaken when establishing a viable small

12. Pensioners

ouncil’s purpose is to fully comprehend, address, and advocate for Central Coast pensioner needs. Council’s responsibility is despite the many categories

COMMUNITY PLAN P06 of ‘pensioner’, and the provision of pensions lying outside the jurisdiction of Council. Pensioners are an important part of the Central Coast community and, as such, comprise an important part of the Central Coast social landscape. Council responsibility for pensioners includes: understanding the size and essential elements of each category of pensioner; understanding trends in pensioner population size, location, and their essential requirements and additional aspirations; in consultation with Central Coast pensioner communities and organisations, to assess the adequacy of provision to each category of pensioner; make representations to the appropriate government for necessary funding for each category of pensioner; encouragement and support for pensioner-support organisations within the Central Coast; providing, as much as possible, for the needs of pensioners in areas such as: s Advocacy; s Residential zone requirements; s Oversight and inspection of residential contracts and experience;

research any trends in pensioner population size, location, and their essential requirements and additional aspirations, and will, in consultation with Central Coast pensioner communities and organisations, assess the adequacy of provision to each category of pensioner. 12.2.3 Council will consult, in concert with the university sector, separately with pensioners and their representative organisations, in several different categories: 12.2.3.1 Aged; 12.2.3.3 Unemployed; 12.2.3.4 Disability; 12.2.3.5 Veterans with a view to identifying continuing barriers/facilitators to successful: s Vocational training; s Full-time employment; s Safe and permanent housing; s Adequate medical support; from

Council will produce a Report on a Central Coast Centre of Excellence for Retirement and Aged Care with recommendations for appropriate action at different government levels. 12.2.4 Council will retain rate and water rate concessions for aged pensioners who are home owners.

Community

12.2.5 Council will regard public libraries as a vital resource for older people. Council will encourage libraries to play an active role in meeting pensioner needs for self development and self actualisation.

12.1.1 Council will provide support to pensioner volunteers, service clubs, community organisations, senior citizens centres, neighbourhood houses, churches and commercial enterprises.

12.2.6 Council will ensure that community facilities such as Surf Clubs, Progress Associations premises, community halls built on Crown Land but under Council control, remain assets of those organisations and villages.

s Aged-friendly environments.

Elements/Actions: 12.1 Local Governance:

12.1.2 Council will investigate the advisability of developing a greater network of affordable accommodation options for pensioners. 12.1.3 Council will encourage the expansion of community gardens on public lands with special emphasis on pensioner participation. 12.1.4 Council will develop programs in collaboration with community organisations such as neighbourhood centres, surf and sporting clubs to facilitate skills and knowledge transfer from community elders. 12.1.5 Council will encourage participation in cultural activities targeted to older people such as Seniors’ Week and History events. 12.1.6 Council will investigate the feasibility of expanding community transport options (eg ride sharing). 12.1.7 Council will investigate the feasibility of co-locating child-care and aged-care facilities.

12.2 Central Coast Council: 12.2.1 Council will seek to establish a Centre of Excellence for Retirement and Aged Care. 12.2.2 Council will, as a preliminary to further actions, research the size and essential elements of each category of pensioner, will

to retain the Aged Pension for persons with limited assets and superannuation support. It should continue to be indexed to average weekly earnings.

12.2.9.2 To service a Pensioners’ Advisory Committee comprising a senior Council Ofﬁcer, two Councillors and representatives of pensioners with the responsibility of prioritising matters to be brought before the Council for determination.

12.4.4 Council will support continuation of the Rent Assistance Supplement for pensioners in the private rental market. This should be indexed to cover the lowest quartile of rental housing costs on a suburb by suburb basis.

12.3 NSW Government:

12.4.5 Council will lobby the Federal Government to increase reimbursements to doctors for consultation fees to ensure the continuation of bulk billing under Medicare.

12.3.1 Council will make representations to the NSW Government, informed by the recommendations from Aged Care Housing: Public and Private Provision on the Central Coast.

12.2.3.2 Carers;

s Safe emergency haven violence and intimidation.

Coast pensioners to help Council identify problem areas, problem events, problem rules and regulations, problem organisations and to prioritise actions and campaigning;

12.2.7 Council will, if possible in conjunction with state and federal authorities such as My Aged Care and Centrelink, undertake a survey of costs of living and needs experienced by aged pensioners living in Council’s area including those from rural locations. 12.2.8 Council will commission, in concert with University of Newcastle, a report on Aged Care Housing: Public and Private Provision) which will: 12.2.8.1 Identify the full range of housing accessible by the aging, both public and private along with deﬁciencies in provision; 12.2.8.2 The contractual basis for each of these types of housing with emphasis on the rights of the aging residents along with deﬁciencies or dishonest or unjustly tricky loopholes in these contracts inconsistent with pensioners’ expectations; 12.2.8.3 Recommend changes to NSW legislation, regulation, or inspection behaviours. 12.2.9 Council will appoint a Pensioners’ Advocate with three objectives: 12.2.9.1 To consult with local pensioners, ACOSS and Australian pensioner organisations using, Pensioner Forums over a weekend at least twice/year, open to all Central

12.3.2 Council to make representations to the NSW Government to provide free tuition at local TAFE or community colleges for internet/social media skills for pensioners. 12.3.3 Council will persistently explain to the NSW Government the community’s strong desire to:

12.4.6 Council will support continuation of PBS and Pensioner health card concessions. 12.4.7 Council will support Federal Government assistance to guarantee affordable access for pensioners to aged care facilities.

s Retain public hospitals, schools, reserves and facilities accessible to pensioners; s Retain motor vehicle registration concessions; s Maintain subsidies for gas and electricity consumption; s Continue Public Transport Concessions such as Opal Gold Card for rail, buses and ferries; s Provide more social housing directed to meet pensioner needs on the Central Coast. A waiting time of 15 years is quite unacceptable; s Amend regulations affecting private retirement villages, nursing homes and hostels to ensure availability of Registered Nurses to support the health needs of pensioners and aged residents. 12.3.4 Council will lobby NSW Government to provide more services to combat elder abuse and neglect. 12.3.5 Council will seek NSW Government support to ask the Law Reform Commission to be tasked to investigate simpliﬁcation of Power of Attorney and Enduring Guardianship provisions to allow for more realistic treatment of dementia sufferers within the community.

12.4 Federal Government: 12.4.1 ADF veterans: Council will make representations to, negotiate with, and campaign for a Department of Veteran Affairs Office to be opened at Gosford and to be staffed, at least in good part, with ex-ADF field personnel. 12.4.2 Online government services such as Centrelink: Council to seek human assistance for pensioners who are now required to access online services and financial assistance. 12.4.3 Council to make persistent representations to, and campaign for, the aged pension to be set at $440 per week, 10 per cent above the poverty line with all other pensions adjusted accordingly, and for a longer term plan for the progressive increase of pensions to 30 per cent above the poverty line by 2030. Council needs to support Pensioners in lobbying the Federal Government

13. Housing

ouncil’s purpose is to comprehensively understand the various housing needs of the Central Coast population and to assist with satisfying those needs: s with a study of the different housing demands, and a public report of existing and projected demands 2018-2036; s with Council’s regulatory and zoning policies; s with Council’s requirements of developers; s with well-researched and publicsupported representations to NSW and Federal governments for funding, legislative, and bureaucratic assistance to implement Council’s report, Central Coast Housing: Projected Demand.

Elements/Actions: 13.1 Local Engagement:

Community

13.1.1 Individuals, community groups and stakeholders who have experience of, and work with, families, single persons, people who are homeless, people with disabilities, war veterans, emergency and essential workers in need of affordable housing, will be encouraged to bring forward their concerns to Council as partners in any plans to deliver housing solutions that meet the needs of these broad categories of people.

13.2 Central Coast Council: 13.2.1 Council will, before the end of 2017, establish an Emergency Task Force comprising Council’s CEO, elected Councillors, and representatives from organisations with long-term experience providing

accommodation for the wide range of different categories of homelessness. 13.2.2 Council will, with the assistance of its Emergency Task Force, produce a report Central Coast Housing: Projected Demand and Salt and Pepper Supply including a detailed plan for effective zoning and regulatory parameters to meet the housing needs of a broad range of citizens with different housing needs: families; single persons; people who are homeless; war veterans; emergency; and essential workers. It will propose to Council precise changes to the requirements of DAs such that all large developments, business, industry or residential, are required to provide a proportion of low-cost, low-maintenance housing for essential workers, people who experience long-term homelessness, and for emergency accommodation. 13.2.3 Council will partner with other government organisations with existing expertise and programs, such as National Affordable Housing Providers Limited (NAHP), the NSW Department of Family and Community Services (FACS), and the local government area’s relevant service providers in delivering tailored programs and opportunities. Council will also seek to utilise the input from 13.1.1 and work with relevant service providers in delivering affordable housing opportunities for families; single persons, homeless people, war veterans, emergency and essential workers in need of affordable housing [eg Common Ground and Way to Home]. 13.2.4 Council will draft rules that create ﬁnancial incentives for the inclusion of renewable energy sources such as solar photovoltaic (PV) panels and battery storage where appropriate, and co-generation on all developments. Council will seek to remove any approval blockages for such inclusions. 13.2.5 Council will require that all developments minimise the use of fossil fuel based building products and maximise the use of natural building materials and zero, or low toxic building products. 13.2.6 Council will promote the formation of community energy cooperatives to establish mini-grids and decentralise electricity supply. 13.2.7 Council will develop a Sustainable Buildings Policy for Commercial Buildings using the Green Building Council of Australia’s (GBCA) Green Star environmental rating system for buildings. 13.2.8 Council will develop a Sustainable Buildings Policy for Residential Buildings based on the Commonwealth Government’s ‘Your Home’. 13.2.9 Council will support existing initiatives such as: Tiny Homes; Narara Eco Village.

13.3 NSW Government: 13.3.1 Council will use Central Coast Housing: Projected Demand and Salt and Pepper Supply report as the basis of its representations, negotiations and campaigning for NSW Government funding for Central Coast homeless people and low cost housing. 13.3.2

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P07 COMMUNITY PLAN assistance of the NSW Minister for Local Government to have included in the LEP the recommendations of Central Coast Housing: Projected Demand and Salt and Pepper Supply. 13.3.3 Council will make representations, negotiations and campaign for NSW Government funding for Central Coast’s Sustainable Building Policies and renewable energy initiatives.

13.4 Federal Government: 13.4.1 Council will use Central Coast Housing: Projected Demand and Salt and Pepper Supply report as the basis of its representations, negotiations and campaigning for Federal Government funding for Central Coast homeless people and low-cost housing. 13.4.2 Council will make representations, negotiations and campaign for Federal Government funding for Central Coast’s Sustainable Building Policies and renewable energy initiatives.

14. Economy ouncil’s purpose is to collect, collate and publish data and research pertaining to the Central Coast economy, understand the current economic workings on the Central Coast, envision a preferred economic future for the Central Coast, undertake actions for which the Council has direct responsibility in pursuit of this preferred future, advocate, negotiate and campaign for necessary contributions to this preferred future from the NSW and Federal Governments, as well as infrastructure funding agencies.

Acknowledge that small businesses account for 90 per cent of commercial activity on the Central Coast. Council has an important role to engender, encourage, advocate and support a business-friendly approach to viable small businesses and startups, consistent with economically sustainable and public amenity principles.

Elements/Actions: 14.1. Local Engagement:

Community

14.1.1 The Council will accept new forms of economic engagement with residents that include digital tools to enhance, accept and engage the local economy.

14.2 Central Coast Council: 14.2.1 Council will prepare, in consultation with key economic organisations, research centres and departments, an overview of current

economic activity, including viable small businesses, in the Central Coast region, by sector, and identify current strengths, weaknesses, gaps and opportunities. The overview will contain a comprehensive strategy and detailed plan for a concerted move to a technologically advanced economy shaped to meet the Common Good needs of Central Coast citizens. High priority will be given to job creation associated with: high speed internet on the Central Coast; fast public transport; agricultural production and supply to Sydney; solar, wind, wave production of energy; tourism; Indigenous Australian culture and history; conservation and heritage; arts, culture, entertainment, sports, amongst others. Council will partner with other government organisations with existing expertise and programs together with the local government area’s relevant service providers in delivering tailored programs and opportunities. 14.2.2 Council will immediately take action to research, distribute information, and publicly consult with the Central Coast community, as it develops a year-by-year strategy to introduce a new Intelligent Central Coast Economy comprising its two major components: Digital Economy [14.2.3] and Sharing Economy [14.2.4]. 14.2.3 Digital Economy: Council will consult with key Australian researchers and successful international city experts, followed by publication of a Council analysis to provide the foundation for Council’s support for a rapid move to a digital economy to comprise: 14.2.3.1 Provision of high speed internet to underpin all other Council initiatives; 14.2.3.2 Provision of Innovation and Start-up Centre[s] to accelerate the generation of economic activity from the high-speed internet; 14.2.3.3 Growing the economy though the identiﬁcation and use of appropriate new IT that supports/ encourages economic growth; 14.2.3.4 Joint ventures with NGOs to educate constituent groups to gain the skills necessary to participate in the digital economy; 14.2.3.5 Democratic processes that enable a free ﬂow of open data, knowledge and ideas, evaluation and eventual implementation; 14.2.3.6 Transparency of transactions and Open Data Sets that enable evidence based decisions. 14.2.4 Sharing Economy: Council will consult with key Australian researchers and successful international city experts, followed by publication of a Council analysis which provides the foundation for Council’s support for a rapid move to a Shared Economy comprising: 14.2.4.1 Goods: to encourage the exchange of goods locally through markets, community facilities, garage sales, and online listings; 14.2.4.2 Services: to encourage the exchange of services through the creation of local service provider markets; 14.2.4.3 Transport to encourage lawful ride sharing, pedestrianisation, cycling, mobility aids, shared

ownership models including hire,taxis; active transport;

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14.2.4.4 Accommodation: to encourage responsible and lawful home-sharing initiatives including regulation of Airbnb-style services. 14.2.5 Sustainable energies: Council will analyse existing research to establish the best potential job-driving energy initiatives that Council can support, such as wave, solar, wind, hot-rock, bio, and produce a Central Coast Sustainable Energies Report) with recommendations for Council initiatives with public and/or private monies. 14.2.6 Sustainable industries: Council will analyse existing research to better understand which industries are most capable of consolidating and expanding within the Central Coast environment, and what, if anything, can be done to encourage these industries. Amongst the many to be considered: agriculture, especially food for the Sydney market; tourism consistent with environmental health and public ownership of public lands; Indigenous Australian culture-based servicing of the Sydney market; holidaying in both summer and winter; wave-driven energy production; IT-based start-ups which are housed in Council-initiated premises with early infrastructure and overheads support. 14.2.7 Sustainable jobs: consistent with Council’s view of the desirability of a relatively high proportion of new and sustainable jobs being permanent full-time jobs, Council will convene public forums comprising business, unions, as well as interested regional residents, to investigate existing barriers to full-time employment and what, if anything, Council can do to encourage greater proportions of fulltime work. 14.2.8 Sustainable population: Council accepts an ever-expanding population is not “good” for the Central Coast. Beaches, waterways and bushlands do not have inﬁnite capacity to absorb urban expansion without depletion of habitat for ﬂora and fauna and serious damage to public amenity. Over-populated amenities also produce human stresses not needed. Council will commission an academic paper to analyse possibilities for the Central Coast, and to make recommendations for future population targets. 14.2.9 Very fast internet: 14.2.9.1 Council will, given Sydney’s accelerating reliance for labour from the Central Coast, campaign for priority provision of very fast internet connections and associated investment to provide the necessary IT platform for that labour; 14.2.9.2 Council will, in collaboration with the university sector and local business groups, help establish ITleveraged Start-up Innovation Centres for the use of entrepreneurial and innovative activities. Areas of particular interest include tourism, performing arts, arts, multicultural elements of culture, music, online sales, agriculture, environment, and sport; 14.2.9.3 Council will encourage and support the development of Gigabit internet services in appropriate zones to encourage economic growth, education, and Research and Development.

14.3 NSW Government: 14.3.1 Council will seek funding from NSW Government to pursue the recommendations outlined in Central Coast Sustainable Energies Report. 14.3.2 Council will oppose any attempt by the NSW Government to impose, encourage or permit: 14.3.2.1 Fracking anywhere in Central Coast region; 14.3.2.2 New/expanded coal mining anywhere in Central Coast region; 14.3.2.3 Nuclear power generation, nuclear dumping.

14.4 Federal Government: 14.4.1 Council will seek funding from Federal Government to pursue the recommendations outlined in Central Coast Sustainable Energies Report.

the purpose of identifying the special aspirations of each group within the overarching goal of bringing Australians together. 15.1.4 Council will undertake/ commission research, in collaboration with civil society on the Central Coast, to identify experiences, policies, and any other barriers to the achievement of social cohesion. 15.1.5 Council will conduct events designed to emphasise both aspects of Australian multiculturalism: bringing Australians together while acknowledging and celebrating multicultural differences within the Australian context. 15.1.6 Council will set multicultural protocols for the conduct of Council’s relationship with disparate groups. 15.1.7 Council will conduct multicultural forums designed to identify events which draw people of disparate backgrounds together to Celebrate Difference and enjoy joint and integrated activities. 15.1.8 Council will encourage organisations and groups to welcome newcomers of all ethnicities to the Central Coast.

15. Social Cohesion and Democracy ouncil’s purpose is to consciously build greater levels of social cohesion and community participation in our democracy, with higher levels of democratic understanding and practice throughout the citizenry, including the introduction of structures and protocols designed to enable local precinct freedoms to act, and express opinions.

15.1.9 Council will conduct regular Cultural Orientation Forums for relatively recent immigrants to Central Coast with the purpose of introducing them to Australian, and more local, customary behaviours when driving or walking or shopping or spectating or while in an audience, safe behaviour and places, dangerous behaviour and areas, anything designed to make their understandings more complete.

Elements/Actions: 15.2 Central Coast Council: 15.1.1 Council will, speciﬁcally, employ three levels of consultation, wherever possible, to engage the community in participatory processes on matters of public importance: s Frequent use of established community organisations including consultations with indigenous and multicultural organisations, and especially with existing and active ‘umbrella’ organisations such as Progress Associations, for precinctlevel consultation; s Establishment of precinct advisory committees where communitywide groups are not already established, and frequent use of them for consultative purposes; s Maintenance and strengthening of Council’s advisory support using a committee structure. 15.1.2 Council will seek to inform and train, precinct by precinct, communities to use reserved public lands for organised and agreed public purposes such as: vegetable and ﬂower gardening; recreation; animal exercise; wildlife rehabilitation; bees and small bird habitat regeneration etc. 15.1.3 Council will engage diverse sectors of the Central Coast community in a consultation with

16. Caring ouncil’s purpose is to care for its workers appropriately [see Category 5 ‘Workers and Familes’] and to care, as best it can, for those in danger and vulnerable within our community: the disabled; homeless people; the unattended mentally ill; unsupported ADF veterans; victims of violence and intimidation. In respect of domestic and family violence, Council’s purpose is to reduce and prevent domestic and family violence. It is Council’s responsibility to better understand, and to provide support for those with special care needs.

Elements/Actions: 16.1 Central Coast Council: 16.1.1 Because Council cares about its signiﬁcant populations of people in danger: s Undiagnosed mentally ill;

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unattended

s ADF veterans with PTSD; s Victims of violence;

COMMUNITY PLAN P08 s The many homeless; s People with disabilities; Council will undertake a comprehensive analysis of the nature and size of existing realities, and will report, with recommendations for appropriate actions by Council, to the NSW Government, and the Federal Government. 16.1.2 Council will consult with NGOs associated with the homeless, undiagnosed mentally ill, ADF veterans, and victims of violence, to identify possible support Council can provide from its own resources. 16.1.3 In respect of people with disabilities, Council will: 16.1.3.1 Consult with all Central Coast NGO providers of care on a six month basis through onsite visits and regular public consultation meetings & forums; 16.1.3.2 Audit existing public accessible infrastructure and retro ﬁt where necessary. The audit should conform to Australian Standards and keep pace with today’s equipment requirements and technology; 16.1.3.3 Work collaboratively, in equal partnership, with local care organisations to identify Disability Inclusive and accessible regional precincts for people with special needs; 16.1.3.4 Allocate reasonable Operational Funding and Special Project Funding to facilitate true inclusion and accessibility throughout the region; 16.1.3.5 Encourage Central Coast Tourism and the Tourism Industry of the Central Coast to look seriously at Disability Tourism and its potential as an alternative source of income for the region and help with the promotion of such services; 16.1.3.6 Identify with appropriate signage, precinct areas or services that deal with Disability Access and Inclusion and support all registered services on the Central Coast on Council’s website and other written material; 16.1.3.7 create a permanent Community Disability Advisory Group (separate from Council’s Disability Ofﬁcers or staff) with representatives selected by the regional NGOs caring for vulnerable people with disabilities as a true representation of carer organisations on the Coast, to be included in continued work on developing specialist disability precincts throughout the Council area; 16.1.3.8 Encourage a work and living environment in which disability is regarded as a normal part of the human experience, and people with disabilities are part of all sections of the Central Coast community; 16.1.3.9 Consult regularly with

all leading organisations such as St Vincent de Paul Society Central Coast Region, Central Coast Disability Network, Home and Community Care, Lifestyle solutions, Life Without Barriers, Samaritans, Camp Breakaway Inc, Disabled Surfers Association of Australia; 16.1.3.10 Progressively increase access to buildings and external sites which cater for sizeable public groups, government, public services, commercial, sport, performances, learning, conveniences, beaches, waterways, parks; 16.1.3.11 Establish a separate fund (through State and Federal grants) to engage local tradespeople for the free retro ﬁtting of access ramps, etc. to private shops in designated Inclusive Precinct areas to help support Access and Inclusion on the Central Coast. 16.1.4 In respect of incidents of domestic violence Council will: 16.1.4.1 Focus on primary prevention strategies in accordance with the National Domestic Violence Framework - Third Action Plan of the National Plan to Reduce Violence against Women and their Children 2010-2022;

16.2.2 Council will, in 2017, begin negotiations with NSW Government for the legislation, funding and political support to provide for the Third Action Plan of the National Plan to Reduce Violence against Women and their Children 2010-2022.

16.1.4.4 Commit to gender equality in employment by enacting the 50:50 Vision - Councils for Gender Equity by employing an equal amount of women to men; 16.1.4.5 Work with children and youth through Council’s youth work programs to counter the early development of negative peer relationships and to promote respect and gender equality; 16.1.4.6 Work towards the health and wellbeing of the community through community support programs, events and community meeting places i.e. well established play parks covering the Central Coast.

16.2 NSW Government: 16.2.1 Following Council’s comprehensive analysis Council will, with the advice and support of speciﬁc advisory groups such as the Community Disability Advisory Group, Central Coast Domestic Violence Committee, the Women’s Advisory Council, provide advocacy on behalf of these categories of people, and seek to broker legislative, regulatory and funding support from the NSW

s Provide appropriately funded, installed and curated public art;

16.3 Federal Government: 16.3.1 Following Council’s comprehensive analysis [see 16.2.1] Council will, with the advice and support of speciﬁc advisory groups such as the Community Disability Advisory Group, Central Coast Domestic Violence Committee, the Women’s Advisory Council, provide advocacy on behalf of these categories of people, and seek to broker legislative, regulatory and funding support from the Federal Government. 16.3.2 Council will negotiate directly with the Federal Government to increase crisis funding for housing [see Category 13 “Housing”] and accommodation services on the Central Coast.

16.1.4.2 Establish a Women’s Advisory Council to provide advice on decisions that have particular impacts on women and gender based violence; 16.1.4.3 Consult with the Central Coast Domestic Violence Committee and local D&FV services to support local initiatives of violence prevention and to keep abreast of local D&FV needs;

s Assess the feasibility of high-density developments contributing to the development of the aforementioned Large Space Precincts;

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18. Public Amenity

ouncil’s purpose is to integrate the provision of essential, support, cultural, and other desirable services into designated geographic areas that facilitates a satisfying and enjoyable experience and, in particular, in existing villages and the Southern and Northern Growth Corridors.

Elements/Actions: 18.1 Central Coast Council: 18.1.1 Zoning: Council will: 18.1.1.1 Prepare zoning requirements which encourage public amenity in existing villages and the Southern and Northern Growth Corridors; 18.1.1.2 Prepare a plan to develop and integrate large areas of public interest and recreation with areas of commerce.

17. Emergencies ouncil’s purpose is to establish, and maintain, close liaison and support for regional-wide emergency response groups.

Elements/Actions: 17.1 Central Coast Council: 17.1.1 Council will regularly consult with emergency agencies including: s Rural Fire Service; s National Parks and Wildlife Service; s State Emergency Services; s NSW Ambulance Service; s Maritime Rescue; s Surf Life-Saving Clubs 17.1.2 Each quarter, Council will provide NSW Government and the mass media with data and analysis based on its research.

18.1.2 Development planning: Council will draw up a Public Spaces and Lifestyle Plan with public spaces at the centre of the commercial and leisure hub. Associated exemplar models will be prepared for use when discussing planning developments within the two growth corridors and existing towns and villages. If the development is within an existing residential area, then a large public space, close to any high density development, should be planned. 18.1.3 Spaces, Council will: 18.1.3.1 In respect of Large Space Precincts, Council will: s Identify and move to reserve areas for recreation close to enterprises such as hotels, theatres, shops, cultural attractions, ground level specialty shops, avoiding theme parks like Waterworld, Dreamworld, Chinese City replica, which can be developed away from the public recreation precinct; s Plan for future large planned Public Recreation spaces such that at least one is accessible to every part of the Coast with the possibility of restaurants, art galleries, shaded areas, pleasant walkways & museums being part of the mix; s Plan for recreational development suitable for a range of recreational needs;

s Encourage responsible animal ownership and promote the beneﬁts of owning companion animals. Pet owners are responsible for controlling their pets in the local neighbourhood and public places, as outlined in the NSW Companion Animals Act. The needs of pets are to be balanced with those of the wider community. Pets must be kept safe and be socialised appropriately. Dogs need training to learn basic commands and to understand what you require of them. All dogs need regular exercise and we provide off-leash areas for dogs to exercise. 18.1.3.2 In respect of small local activity spaces: Council will: s Identify and reserve areas within easy walking distance of locales. Precincts may organise to include natural vegetation, pathways, community gardening, play areas, basketball hoops, pétanque area, simple labyrinth planting, chess area, picnic tables, allotment or verge gardens; s Encourage and support ongoing consultation with local community groups as part of the management team on development and maintenance; s Ensure that if a high rise building is developed in an existing residential area, there must be a contribution from the developer to public space to be used for public purposes. The contribution must go directly to the local public space and not go into a Council park fund. s Ensure provision and construction of quality playgrounds. 18.1.4 Structures: Council will: 18.1.4.1 Consider new protocols needed to maintain safe, healthy uses of amenities, such as: s Extension of the hours at our beaches and surf club facilities by better use of paid and volunteer staff rosters; s Maintaining toilets, water stations, electric scooter recharging, seating and shade, emergency phone access, accessible toilet access, key availability and notices on accessible toilets; s Provision for private operators of small (relocatable) refreshment stalls in public areas; s Designate sites and encourage busking and public entertainment; s Provision for CCTV surveillance to protect public amenities.

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August 29, 2017

New Independents will defend the Coast against unwanted developments ew Independent Group member standing for the Budgewoi Ward, Mr Gary Blaschke, said that the candidates for the upcoming Central Coast election have been described as a “Motley Crew”, exhibiting great diversity, with 45 women and 36 independents.

“Yet, let’s not forget, that many of the former Councillors now running for election as Independents, were part of the reason why we have ICAC inquiries into former Council financial matters and certain individuals,” Mr Blaschke said. “The major parties have pushed their own agendas with developments that the community simply don’t want. “Other independents have stooped so low that their families have been dragged into the fold, just to give their preferences to their leader, who happens to be the hubby or dad. “Many of the previous controversial proposals or approvals were effectively covered up by the system, and it wasn’t until the media exposed many questionable dealings that the community was enlightened to what was going on behind closed doors,” he said. “Being treated like mushrooms is not how most of those motley

independents will treat the Central Coast community. “We won’t mix state issues with local issues. “We won’t send out an independent report just before the local elections to convince the community of our bonafides, even though several of the candidates were sacked 15 months ago. “We won’t buy our way into power with political funds that could have been better spent on our local charities. “We are independents who don’t take their orders from higher authorities in political parties, as local government should not be about politics. “Yet we as a community have allowed it to occur, by electing the wrong candidates. “Many of the newer Independents have integrity, honesty, and promise complete transparency”, Mr Blaschke said. “They are local individuals having already done the hard yards and proven their worth in our community. “They have credentials and are already making a difference in our communities, not for fame, fortune or a red vest and a gold chain. “I suggest that everyone eligible to vote seriously investigates all of the candidates for Central Coast Council. “Voters need to understand that many of

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the issues that affect them personally, such as local roads, access to shopping areas, our footpaths, the health of our waterways and beaches, have been overlooked by poor decisions by former councillors. “Yet, many issues raised are mixed with State, and in some cases, federal jurisdictions, that being totally obvious in the Central Coast Regional Plan 2036. “The Central Coast has been earmarked for outrageous development and mining proposals and is quickly becoming the dumping ground for Sydney’s over development and rubbish issues, plus mining, to the extent of which we have never seen before. Mr Blaschke said: “Many of the political parties have either approved or failed to stop many of these proposals, and it will only be the true and new independents that will defend the Central Coast against unwanted developments. Source: Media release, Aug 22 Gary Blaschke, New Independent candidate Budgewoi Ward

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s Louise Greenaway, who is standing as an independent candidate in Wyong Ward, said she would stand with Palmdale residents, calling for an urgent overhaul of Council’s response to the problem of illegal dumping.

Around June 20, Ms Di Bartle, was enjoying a morning walk in Wallaby Rd, where she said that she was dumbfounded by a huge pile of waste that had recently been dumped. The rubbish, included air conditioning ducting and vents, gyprock, paint, computer cabling and aluminium ceiling frames. When she returned to the area later that morning, Council staff were inspecting the site. “They told me not to touch anything,” Ms Bartle said. “They said Council wanted to go through it to see if there was anything that could identify where it came from,” she said. Nearly six weeks later, the pile was still there. “The pile looks terrible,”

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asbestos is still there.” The residents have tried ringing the Report Illegal Dumping hotline, only to be referred back to Council, Ms Greenaway said. “Residents understand that Council can’t always catch the people who dump rubbish,” she said. “But what we would like is for Council to provide a clear procedure for not just reporting dumped rubbish, but for having it removed.” Source: Media release, Jul 26 Louise Greenaway, independent candidate Wyong Ward

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Issue 122

July 18, 2017

On Thursday, July 6, NSW Minister for Health, Mr Brad Hazzard, said the $200 million Wyong Hospital redevelopment would have a “Government-led approach”. “After careful assessment of expressions of interest from operators, the NSW Government has decided on a Governmentled approach for this signiﬁcant upgrade,” Mr Hazzard said. Mr Hazzard said upgraded facilities to cater for the growing Central Coast region would include: a new emergency department; maternity care; paediatric services; new inpatient surgical beds; rehabilitation; ambulatory services; mental health services; and additional car parking. He said the signiﬁcant upgrade would go a long way in boosting clinical care for patients and relieving pressure on the emergency department.

Federal Member for Dobell, Ms Emma McBride, Member for Gosford, Ms Liesl Tesch and Member for Wyong, Mr David Harris with campaigners and Wyong Hospital staff following the NSW Government announcement “The announcement we are moving full steam with the Government’s Central Coast, Mr David follows extensive ahead to deliver for the commitment. Harris, declared the NSW consultation with staff at community,” he said. decision “I know first-hand from Government Wyong Hospital, as well “I’m also delighted to the conversations I’ve a victory for the Wyong as the local community, report that on-site activity had with people in Wyong community. to determine the best way will start this year, with that they are excited “After nine long and to deliver the upgrade,” the first stage to include to see a redeveloped uncertain months of a Mr Hazzard said. hospital become a reality, hard fought community extra car parking. “Work to prepare for “This will ensure so we will get on with the campaign, the Liberal the redevelopment has construction Government has finally will job.” continued while options commence as planned Member for Wyong and conceded to the will for models of delivery in 2018, and in line Shadow Minister for the of the people and were considered, and

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People power has a win over Wyong Hospital privatisation public-private partnership to redevelop and manage Wyong Hospital will not go ahead.

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abandoned their unfair and unjustiﬁed plan to privatise our Wyong Hospital,” Mr Harris said. “Wyong Hospital is held in high regard in our community and there is a deep sense of local ownership, given the historical fundraising to secure the original hospital by the community,” he said. “In my entire life, I have never seen an issue which has galvanised our community so strongly. “This is a win by our community, for our community. “It was a ﬁght we all knew we needed to have and it has been fantastic to work with the passionate community members, the Health Services Union, the Nurses and Midwives Federation, and Unions NSW to reach this result. “This win will mean certainty for staff and our community. “It has shown that when we work together and get behind an issue, we can beat the power of a Government that thought they could get away with holding us in such contempt,” Mr Harris said.

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ormer Wyong Mayor, Mr Doug Eaton, appears to have failed in his bid to stand as a Liberal Party candidate in the Wyong Ward for the ﬁrst election of Central Coast Council.

There was still a slim possibility that he could be preselected for the Ward of Budgewoi, but the decision was in the hands of the party’s State Executive, as Wyong Regional Chronicle went to print. The NSW Liberal Party head office would not confirm the outcomes of the preselection held on Saturday, July 29, to choose candidates to stand in all five Wards for the new Council. Wyong Regional Chronicle was advised that the outcome of the preselection was “unofficial” until candidates were endorsed by Liberal Party head office. Several “gaps” remained on tickets in some Wards, and the Liberal Party head office was charged with filling those gaps. It was expected to announce candidate

endorsements once all gaps were ﬁlled. Mr Eaton put himself forward as a nominee in the Wyong Ward only. It is understood that he withdrew nominations for the Wards of Budgewoi and Gosford East, prior to the preselection. According to Liberal sources who did not wish to be quoted, former Gosford Councillor, Mr Chris Burke, was preselected as number one candidate for the Wyong Ward, the only position considered winnable by the Liberals in that Ward. Ms Jilly Pillon was preselected as the number one Liberal candidate in The Entrance Ward.

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An aerial view of the land to be rezoned

new residential subdivision with up to 186 additional dwellings could be built in Warnervale, if a planning proposal goes ahead. The proposal to rezone land at 15 to 35 Warnervale Rd and part of 95 to 105 and 107 to 171 Virginia Rd, Warnervale, has been forwarded to the NSW Minister for Planning for a gateway determination. The land is located next to the Warnervale Flood Plain, which includes the

environmentally-sensitive Porters Creek Wetlands. The land is currently zoned E3 Environmental Management, R2 Low Density Residential and RE1 Public Recreation. If permitted, it will be rezoned to R1 General Residential, R2 Low Density Residential and RE1 Public Recreation. “The intended outcome is to enable the subdivision and development of the land to accommodate a variety of housing types, from single dwellings to medium-density housing,

that will cater to a diverse mix of groups, including a range of ages, income levels and cultures,” said a staff report presented to the ordinary meeting of Central Coast Council on Wednesday, July 26. “The proponent and AV Jennings have been in ongoing consultation with Council staff to ensure the proposal will encourage activity and provide opportunities for social interaction across the site,” the staff report said.

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Airport (Restrictions) Act decision a blow to Council’s expansion plans he NSW Minister for Planning, Mr Anthony Roberts, has decided to keep the Warnervale Airport (Restrictions) Act in place.

Central Coast Council expressed its disappointment following the announcement, stating that the decision would impact on the Council’s masterplan for the Central Coast Airport. Independent candidate for the Wyong Ward, and long-term campaigner to keep the Act in place, Mr Laurie Eyes, said the Minister’s decision was a stunning victory for the community and a rebuke for Council. Mr Roberts announced his decision to keep the Warnervale Airport (Restrictions) Act on Friday, August 11. Mr Roberts said the current regulations restricting further development and expansion of the airport would remain. After an extensive review by the Department of Planning and Environment, which included signiﬁcant community and stakeholder consultation, Mr Roberts accepted recommendations to keep the Act as it currently stands. This means that any expansion sought by Central Coast Council, owner of the airport,

raised were adequately addressed before ﬁnalising the review. “Expanding the operations to create an aviation hub or regional airport is a big deal to local communities and not a decision that could ever be taken lightly. “Based on the recommendations by the Department, I have

decided to leave the Act in place, meaning that any signiﬁcant expansion of the airport and its operations by the Council will still need ministerial consent. “I believe this remains the most appropriate way to currently regulate activities at the airport.” Mr Roberts said the government would

Central Coast Council Administrator, Mr Ian Reynolds, said Warnervale Airport, now Central Coast Airport, was the only airport managed by a Council in Australia that was subject to such restrictions, particularly relating to aircraft movements. Mr Reynolds said Council had been up front about its desire to develop the airport for general aviation and leaving the Act in place could impact on this possibility. “The airport is a major asset for Council and the community, with the potential to create hundreds of jobs and opportunities for our growing community,” Mr Reynolds said. “We know this because we recently tested the market, with our Expression of Interest process to turn the airport into a general aviation hub, and the response was positive. “We are currently developing a masterplan out of this EOI process which was always going to be subject to rigorous community consultation and state government scrutiny. “This announcement has signiﬁcant potential to affect this process and our ability to promote employment on the Central Coast.” Continued Page 4

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Tuggerah Dog Park fails to properly cater for the disabled

Kylie Boyle will fight for sustainable development s Kylie Boyle will be the first candidate to stand for the newlyr e g i s t e r e d S u s t a i n a b l e Development Party, and will be vying to represent The Entrance Ward in the new Council.

n d e p e n d e n t Candidate for Wyong Ward, Ms Louise Greenaway, plans to improve access to public facilities for people living with a disability.

“Physical accessibility to shops and services is important, but we also need to make sure that everyone is included in public spaces and community activities,” Ms Greenaway said. Ms Greenaway visited the Tuggerah Dog Park with Central Coast Disability Advocate and Independent Group F candidate for Budgewoi, Mr Gary Blaschke. “Many people with a mobility issue, whether due to age or disability, own a dog, and they need

to be able to exercise their dog safely. “Yet the Tuggerah Dog Park fails on many counts,” Mr Blaschke said. “Firstly, there is no Disabled Parking. “Then, there is only one spot between the sandstone blocks that is wide enough for a wheelchair or walking frame,” Mr Blaschke said. “If a car is parked in that spot, access is blocked altogether,” Ms Greenaway added. “Secondly, there are no paths to the dog-park gates or seating close by. “People with mobility issues have to cross uneven ground which may be just too difficult. “Thirdly there are no Disabled toilets.

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The public toilets are locked (due to vandalism). There should be a locked Disabled toilet that can be opened by an MLAK master key that opens all Disabled public facilities,” Mr Blaschke said. Ms Greenaway said she wasn’t very aware of access problems until she had children, then she was always looking for places that were pram friendly, and her awareness sky-rocketed. “I will continue to meet with residents to plan improvements for people living with a disability,” Ms Greenaway said. Source: Media release, Aug 7 Louise Greenaway, Independent candidate Wyong Ward

Ms Boyle said she had been a staunch activist fighting to protect 64 hectares of bushland in Glenning Valley to protect the endangered Swift Parrot and Koala populations on the Central Coast. “I also want to protect the destruction of habitat for many other threatened and endangered species of flora and fauna residing in this area,” Ms Boyle said. “My aim is to ensure the protection of Glenning Valley bushland and to secure a sustainable environment for the Central Coast,” she said. “If elected into Council, I will table a motion to council that the Glenning Valley bushland be purchased back and made into a public reserve. “Being on council as a community

representative will mean that I will be transparent and fight for a sustainable environment for the Central Coast. “I look forward to working with other candidates from the major parties as well as other independents to do what’s best for the community and the Central Coast. “Whilst there is a need for more affordable housing on the Central Coast, our region has certainly felt the impact of councillors who have put unsustainable developments before the community’s needs and the environment. “We need a transparent council who will consult with the community and protect the Central Coast from further unsustainable growth and development, and protect our natural assets, which is what makes the Central Coast such a great place to live in and attracts people to live here. “With the upcoming local elections in September, now is our chance, as community members, to choose who

we want to represent us, the people, and the natural assets that are the centrepiece of the Central Coast. “With so much of the Central Coast under threat from unsustainable developments, it is crucial that we have a council that will protect the ecologically sensitive areas of the Central Coast such as Glenning Valley, Kangy Angy and Mangrove Mountain, as well as maintain the balance of residential, holiday, rural, commercial and industrial land usage. “Better planning is needed to ensure sustainable growth whilst preserving our National Parks, lagoons, beaches, waterways and parks. We need sustainable development that will bring with it the jobs and housing that the area needs, without sacrificing our unique and diverse bushland and natural assets that set the Central Coast apart from any other suburban region,” Ms Boyle said. Source: Media release, Aug 8 Kylie Boyle, Sustainable Development Party

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Residents call for safe pathway esidents from K i n g fi s h e r Shores and Chain Valley Bay have petitioned Central Coast Council for the continuation of the shared pathway along Tall Timbers Rd at Chain Valley Bay South.

A large group of the residents gathered to talk with the State Member for Swansea, Ms Yasmin Catley, and former Wyong Councillor, Mr Doug Vincent, to present a petition. The residents have called on Council to finish the construction of the pathway along Tall Timbers Rd to the lake at Karoola Ave to enable residents to ride mobility scooters, walk children in strollers, walk dogs and ride bikes in safety, off the road. At present, the residents either walk on the road or the uneven ground at the side of the road, whilst cars, buses and trucks pass, according to local resident, Mr Malcolm Smith. “Since the initial pathway was constructed from the Pacific Hwy to the Macquarie Shores Village, the large volume of pedestrian traffic has confirmed the importance of the completion of the pathway,” Mr Smith said. “The number of people now using the path between the Pacific Hwy and Chain Valley Bay is remarkable,” he said. Central Coast Council Administrator, Mr Ian Reynolds, officially adopted a budget for the 2017-18 financial year that will see a total of $1.9m expended on footpaths for the whole Central Coast LGA.

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Labor candidate Doug Vincent with concerned residents That allocation had been $2.5 million in the draft budget that was circulated for community comment, but was reduced to $1.9 million, without explanation, in the version of the budget officially adopted by Mr Reynolds. Mr Smith said he described the budget cut as “flying backwards and ridiculous”. “There are more and more people moving in here and they will use the path if it is built. “They along the road now because it is unsafe,” he said. “We are aware of the proposed pathway from Mannering Park to Kingfisher Shores and Gwandalan, and that two possible routes are being considered, but this could be years away, and we do not think that we should have to wait that long to be able to walk in safety,” he said. Mr Vincent said: “The residents in the ‘forgotten north’ pay the same rates and fees as the rest of the Coast, however they don’t appear to receive their fair share of the council’s budgetary spend. “If you compare what infrastructure and projects are completed in other areas and what

is completed in the north, there is a stark difference,” he said. “The residents in the north deserve better.” “Residents in the north are continually seeking the installation of connecting pathways between suburbs, shops, schools and other facilities”, Mr Vincent said. “Furthermore, I have not heard local residents saying they want their rates spent developing an airport as they believe this not a matter for Local Government or a Council with limited funds. “In general, northern residents say are looking for better services and community infrastructure in their local area. “They would like to see the Council spending the rates and levies they pay, in the areas they live in, and not on black hole projects down south” Mr Vincent said. Ms Catley said she was very supportive of the community’s push to complete the pathway and would continue to raise the issue with Central Coast Council Administration. Source: Media release, Jun 30 Interview, Jun 30 Malcolm Smith, Chain Valley Bay Jackie Pearson, journalist

Sporties redevelopment proposal is withdrawn

Hillview St nursing home proposal is rejected Central Coast Council has refused the application to build a 160-bed nursing home on a 1.66 hectare site at 45 Hillview Street, Woy Woy.

Five storey development proposed for Umina

On-demand shuttle bus to be trialled

An application for a $37.2 million An on-demand commuter shuttle mixed-use development on the site bus service is to be trialled on the of the Woy Woy Sporties bowling Peninsula. club has been withdrawn.

Gosford West receives 24 registrations

Palm Beach ferry runs aground

A five-storey $7.5 million mixed- The Ettalong to Palm Beach Ferry use development has been ran aground near Box Head on proposed for the corner of West Thursday, July 27. and Morris St in Umina.

The NSW Electoral Commission received registrations from 24 candidates to run for the Gosford West Ward in the Central Coast Council election on Saturday, September 9.

Greens call for local climate action

Nursing home refusal ‘good news’, says candidate

Candidate ‘disheartened’ by lack of locals

Central Coast Greens are calling on the next Council to heed a new report from the Climate Council and make a pledge for local action on climate change.

Council’s decision to refuse the application for a 160-bed nursing home at 45 Hillview Street was a victory for the community, according to Central Coast New Independents’ Group Gosford West

Save Tuggerah Lakes candidate for the Gosford West Ward, Mr Carl Veugen, said it was disheartening to see only three lead candidates above the line on the Electoral Commission’s Central Coast

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Misleading information allowed Mangrove Mountain landfi ll to grow Former Gosford Council employee and independent candidate for the Gosford West Ward in the Central Coast Council election, Mr Gary Chestnut, said it was essential that the NSW Government held

ICAC to investigate Central Coast Council and Gosford Council over landfi ll Central Coast Council has confi rmed that it, and the former Gosford Council, have been referred to the NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC).

Government ministers contradict each other about potential contamination The NSW Opposition has revealed that two Berejiklian Government ministers have contradicted each other about the potential contamination of groundwater from the Mangrove Mountain

Shadow Minister for the Environment and MDA call for special inquiries The NSW Opposition successfully moved in the NSW Legislative Council for an extension of a current parliamentary inquiry on waste to deal with the issues raised by the ABC’s 4 Corners

Carl Veugen calls for an independent inquiry into the former Gosford Council Save Tuggerah Lakes (STL) candidate for the Gosford West Ward, Mr Carl Veugen, is calling for an independent inquiry into the former Gosford Council after the ABC’s 4 Corners program revealed

Claire Braund intends to hit the New Independents have the two Greens propose Empty Homes ground running if elected youngest candidates Levy The future Central Coast Council must invest in information and communication technology infrastructure, smart mobile apps and improved communication protocols to successfully engage

Two of the youngest candidates for the upcoming Central Coast Council elections are keen for the future of young people to be well represented on the new Council, and will be standing with New

The Central Coast Greens have launched a new plan that will free up local rental accommodation and raise more than $16 million per year for Council to spend on community housing.

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Candidate incorrectly described as a property developer write in response to Alan Hayes’ letter to the editor on August 21 in Coast Community News.

It is disappointing (but not unexpected), that Mr Hayes delivers information to the local media which is misleading and inaccurate to fulfil his personal vendettas. This crusade, I believe, is to tarnish my name as a result of me being number two on Doug Eaton’s Independent Ticket in the Wyong Ward for the upcoming Central Coast Council election. I am not sure what spring he is drinking from, but his extraordinary detective skills deliver

FORUM an extract from a LinkedIn profile which is approximately 10 years old. It was something that never eventuated and my profile, like most people’s, isn’t regularly updated. If he cared to report on an updated job description and work conducted, from 2001 onwards, he would note that I am involved in the hospitality sector, delivering training in the area of compliance, auditing and money laundering. It is a long stretch from his allegations of me being a property developer.

Why would I have recently completed a Diploma in Anti Money Laundering and Counter Terrorism Financing? In my spare time, I have been involved as a board member on the Northern Lakes Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Toukley Vision for a number of years. To be clear, the closest I have ever been to being a developer was building a new home in 2003. This was undertaken by Clarendon Homes. Mr Hayes should stop hiding behind the media and have a go himself at running for council. Email, Aug 22 Troy Stolz, Independent Candidate for Wyong

Look at what a party does rather than what it says noted with interest the media release from the Labor member for The Entrance regarding housing affordability (Wyong Regional Chronicle edition 123 Aug 15).

Mr David Meehan MP and Mr David Harris MP profusely profess support for affordable housing. It was endearing and heart-warming. In practice however,

FORUM the ALP block affordable housing at every opportunity. The NSW Liberal Government recently offered a site and funding for affordable housing valued at $4 million in the heart of Newcastle. The ALP led council blocked the development. Additionally, the Labor Greens block on council refused to draw on the Federal Government

grant they have been sitting on for over a decade that was meant to be used for affordable housing. In politics, it is best to look at what a party does rather than its grand statements. The greatest barrier to affordable housing on the Central Coast and across NSW is the Australian Labor Party. Email, Aug 22 Scot MacDonald, Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast

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Airport expenditure should be put to better use hile regular flooding blocks roads, endangers lives and ruins businesses across the Central Coast, our Council wastes millions of rate payers’ dollars on temporary flood mitigation levee bank work at their Warnervale Airport.

The flood mitigation works’ sole purpose is to allow Council’s aircraft manufacturer proponents to lower their proposed hangar floor by 500mm. This levee work will become entirely redundant once the RMS raises Sparks Rd during its widening to four lanes. The Central Coast is about to become the best served region in Australia for air passenger services, with Newcastle Airport only 55 minutes up the road from Warnervale, and Sydney and Badgerys Creek soon to be at the end of an easy run down newly built motorways. Council is fully aware that its secret airport proposals are not viable, desirable or necessary, and yet they push on at great and unwarranted expense to the community and the environment. The fully-developed, 70-year-old Illawarra Regional Airport, a passenger failure after Qantas pulled out in 2008, has only 60 to 80 jobs according to their Airport Manager. The Illawarra Airport, 100km south of Sydney with 1,819m and 1,331m runways, sitting on a site of over 200ha is the example by which to judge our Council’s $55m Warnervale Airport, which is being developed on an unsuitable 35ha site in accordance with a secret Master Plan. The fully-developed

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FORUM Illawarra Regional Airport had a corner store level income of $483,000 and a loss, after depreciation, in 2015-16. On the basis of these pathetic numbers, our Council’s airport spend this year is $6m on top of last years’ $6m and the $17m tied up in land purchased for their Kiar Airport in 2014, which remains unsold, costing $1m a year to hold. Central Coast Council cannot expect to achieve Illawarra’s 60 to 80 jobs, or an income of $483,000, as, unlike Illawarra Airport, which has no competition, Warnervale has Somersby, Belmont, Cessnock, Maitland and Newcastle airports to compete with. Contrast the Illawarra numbers with those expected under the NSW Government’s Central Coast Regional Plan in which the Warnervale Airport site is proposed to become an industrial estate as part of the Wyong Employment Zone (WEZ) where it will provide 626 industrial/ commercial jobs and a capital gain to the ratepayers of $12.7m according to Council reports. Council enthusiastically promoted the industrialisation of the airport site until early 2015, when they requested $26m from the NSW Government to begin its industrial development, saying the industrialised airport site “will become the employment hub that

kick starts the Wyong Employment Zone”. In a complete about face, in August 2015, Wyong Council, under former Mayor, Mr Doug Eaton, rebuilt and lengthened the Warnervale Airport runway from 970m to 1,196m at a cost of $1.38m, triggering the curfew and aircraft movement provisions of the Warnervale Airport (Restrictions) Act 1996, an Act designed to protect the residents living around Warnervale Airport. Mr Eaton’s Council’s answer to the cynical triggering of the Act and the protective restrictions it contained, was to request the NSW government to repeal the Act. An independent review of the Act has subsequently been undertaken, in response to Council’s request, but after over a year of waiting, the outcome of the review and therefore the fate of this NSW Act of Parliament has not been announced by the State Government. No one has been able to find out why the outcome of the independent review is being kept from the public. A mountain of evidence shows Warnervale Airport is not viable, desirable or necessary, and that the industrial development of the site is a $12.7m, 626 job winner, while the airport is a $55m, 60 job loser for the Central Coast. Despite the evidence, Council continues developing an unviable airport that diverts and wastes the funds for roads, footpaths, flood works, car parks and countless essential community projects throughout the Central Coast. Email, Jul 14 Laurie Eyes, Wyong Creek

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Woongarrah man charged over Narara sexual assault

Roadwork on M1 C hanged traffic conditions will be in place on the M1, between the Tuggerah and W a r n e r v a l e interchanges, while work to rebuild and widen the motorway progresses.

Warnervale. A roadwork speed limit of 80km/h will be progressively rolled out in preparation for further work, expected to start in the coming weeks. The reduced speed limit will be in place for the duration of the project.

The work will originally involve marking new travel lines on the northbound and southbound sides between Tuggerah and

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Second man charged second man was arrested on Wednesday, August 16, and charged over an assault in Gorokan in May.

August 15. Police will allege the 23-year old victim of the assault sustained critical head injuries after he was assaulted at the front of a home on Wallarah Rd at about 12:20am on Sunday, May 28. The victim was then airlifted to Royal North Shore Hospital and has remained in a stable condition.

The 24-year-old man was charged with grievous bodily harm assault with intent, and concealing a serious indictable offence. He was granted strict conditional bail to appear at Wyong Local Court on Wednesday, September 6. The first man charged over the incident was arrested on Tuesday,

roy Stephen Johnson, 31 of Woongarrah, has been charged over the alleged abduction and sexual assault of a young girl as she walked to school at Narara on May 15.

Detectives from the State Crime Command’s Sex Crimes Squad, assisted by Brisbane Water Local Area Command, and the Child Abuse Squad, commenced an investigation under Strike Force Garawan, following reports that a 12-year-old girl was abducted and sexually and indecently assaulted on her way to school at Narara, on Monday, May 15. Following extensive investigations, strike force investigators, assisted by officers from Tuggerah Lakes Local Area Command, arrested a 31-year-old man during a vehicle stop at Lake Haven, about 9.30pm, on Friday, August 25. Shortly after the

Source: Media release, Aug 17 NSW Police Media

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man who rolled his car on the M1 at Doyalson overnight has died after being hit by a car.

crash, however, he was then struck and killed by an oncoming northbound vehicle which was driven by a female. The driver was taken to hospital for mandatory blood and alcohol testing, but no charges have been laid as of yet.

The man lost control of his car and rolled it around 12:30am, Monday August 14, with the car ending up on the median strip as a result, according to police. The 20 year old driver managed to crawl free and escape from the

Source: Interview, Aug 14 Duty Officer, Tuggerah Lakes LAC

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Demolition in preparation for Waterside development underway osford’s longeststanding eye sores, the remains of the Froggy’s skate rink on Mann St and the ofﬁce building on the corner of Baker St and Georgiana Tce, are about to be demolished as part of preparation for phase one of the triple-tower Waterside development.

The $234m Waterside development was approved by the Joint Regional Planning Panel in December 2015. The approval made way for the site to be developed for commercial and residential use as well as incorporate a cinema, hotel and tavern. Project architect, Mr Cain King, from CKDS Architecture at East Gosford, said the New Hong Kong Macau Australia Pty Ltd had the keys to the site and had commenced cleaning up the interior, including some asbestos removal. “All fees have been paid to Council,” Mr King said. Mr King said a plumber had also been on site turning off the water supply, and fencing was to be erected so demolition could begin. The applicant lodged a Section 96 amendment in April to modify the development consent to allow demolition of part of the site prior to the issue of a construction certiﬁcate. No other alterations to the development were requested as part of the Section 96 application, however, the demolition work will constitute commencement of the development, so the applicant will have met their responsibility to commence

work on the development prior to the expiry of Council’s consent in December. Mr King said the developer did not intend to commence construction of the ﬁrst stage of the development until late 2018. A letter from PJ Donnellan and Co solicitors accompanying the Section 96 application also stated: “This addition will allow our clients to begin demolition work that does not interfere with any heritage sites that are part of the approved DA located at 50-70 Mann St, Gosford”. However, Mr King said the demolition would facilitate alternative uses for parts of the site in the interim. “With the demolition on the site and the focus of stage one not to commence until

Core,” said a Council assessment report written to consider the merit of the Section 96 application. “The planning proposal does not affect the s96 application, which is to permit demolition prior to the issue of a Construction Certificate for building works,” the assessment report said. “The subject site is zoned B4 Mixed Use under Gosford Local Environmental Plan 2014. “The proposed development is defined as commercial, shop top housing, hotel, and entertainment facility, as defined in Gosford LEP 2014, which is permissible in the zone with consent of Council. “The proposed land uses YOUR INDEPENDENT are also permissible in the B3 zone, subject to the exhibited planning proposal. “The proposed modifications will not result in adverse amenity impacts on the adjoining properties and the streetscape,” the report concluded. “The proposed development is substantially the same as the development that was originally granted consent. “As such, in accordance with Section 80(1)(a) of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, the Section 96(1A) for modification is recommended for approval.” When actual construction commences, the three-tower project will be completed in three stages, each lasting five years.

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suspicions,” he said. The Pinnacle Construction Group will be the lead builder on the project and Mr Gutierrez said the crane that will be utilised “is massive”. According to Ray White He said off-the-plan sales had been deliberately kept to Commercial NSW, the building, boasting 102 apartments a minimum. and 500 square metres of “As the building gets off the commercial space, is being ground, the remaining units developed by JMGM & GWPG. will increase in value. The $34m residential flat Mr Jeff Moxham, from Ray “The developer wants to keep building that will tuck in behind White, said the landmark the heritage-listed Telstra as many as possible because mixed-use project was building, is the largest single the closer to completion, the the latest tower being tower to ever go to market in higher their market value. constructed in a range of new “The developer has several Gosford, and at 15 storeys, developments set to transform letters of offer from fi nance is the largest development in Gosford’s skyline into a terms of height that Gosford providers to finance the modern metropolis. project, but the developer is has seen to date. “These projects are JULY 27, 2017 COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERMr -Pablo PH:Gutierrez 4325 7369 ISSUE 163 Gosford and from looking for a lower rate so revolutionising George Brand Terrigal, who another 10 units may be made delivering a world class city was the agent responsible available off the plan.” centre,” Mr Moxham said. According to Mr Gutierrez, for off-the-plan sales, said: “333 Mann St was approved “We have sold the quota every Gosford development by the Joint Regional Planning of apartments that was a that has had a significant Panel in late 2016 and will Looking down on the former Froggy’s building towards Georgiana Terrace necessary requirement for marketing launch (more than boast 102 apartments in a mix next year, we are hopeful that include pop-up marketplaces, vehicles as multiple projects the loan for the project to $150,000) has been wellof one, two and three-bedroom Council will approve some parking, or the possibility are underway in the CBD, so received by the market and commence.” floor-plate designs, with 500 alternative uses,” Mr King said. of utilising the site as a that they can have access The DA consent for Merindah there is plenty of demand to fill square metres of commercial “Some of the possibilities holding area for construction to construction sites without expires on September 22, all residential space coming on retail below. disrupting traffic,” he said. stream. but Mr Gutierrez He said he “Mann believedSt theis already a he Labor Party said he was As the local government The off-the-plan salesof party members confident construction would treatment hive of activity with John of NSW may election approaches and the for start within that period, or the generated in Merindah the two wards had been Singleton’s first high-rise not announce current Administration period developer would be successful were an even split between and that he Tower, being project, Bonython winds to an end, decisionor endorsein its local a 12-month Sydney buyers and “disgusting” locals, and securing believed there was onno the Dutton’s developed making within Central Coast governmentextension election from Central Coast between owner-occupiers and legitimate reason votes Tavern site.could Council appears to be slowing investors, he said. candidates Council. until two not have been counted “JMGM atisWoy also proposing down, but Mr King said he was Baby boomers wanting to would have already days before“We candidate Woy as “all disputes had been a 24-storey tower with 189 hopeful that Council would buyers registrationsstarted close.construction but the downsize are the main settled the night before”. apartments and residential see the value of putting the higher-end waterfront developer is just finishing a of 2500official square The former party said metres of site to use once demolition is The Generallarge Secretary buildingofproject in Dee properties in Gosford at the commercial-zoned retail at he believed the expulsion of complete. it is a little behind moment, while lower-priced NSW Labor, MsWhy Kailaand Murnain, 325delay MannofSt.” Neal and vote The land does form part properties appeal Belinda to Sydney he said. announced, viaschedule,” Twitter, shortly The $368 million upgrade counting was the continuation of Central Coast Council’s after 9:00am Inonresponse Monday, to rumours that buyers, including investors 24. of Gosford of an ongoing power struggle Hospital is current planning proposal to and first-home buyers, Mr July 24, that the former Gosford development was “I havenot been in hospital since directly O’Neill opposite the new between the “Deborah move the commercial core of Source: Gutierrez said. goingLegislative ahead, he 6:00am,” said: “I’ve Councillor, NSW she said. at 325 and 333 Interview, Jun 13 the Gosford CBD towards the camp and thedevelopments Belinda Neal heard rumour, “I buthave I can Council Member andthat Federal Cain King, CKDS Architecture not seen anything but Mann St. Source: waterfront. and John Della Bosca camp assure you that Member for unequivocally Robertson, Ms Gosford DA Tracker, Interview, Jun 26 the media has rung. White NSW that has been Ray going on Commercial for “This planning proposal DA47046.2/2015 Pablo Guitierrez, George Brand Belinda Neal,we are hadon track. been is seeking interest from local, “The ALP Tribunal proceeded years”. Jackie Pearson, journalist proposes to rezone the land Terrigal “I party. am not sure where that expelled from the national and international with a hearing in my absence Jackie Pearson, journalist from B4 to B3 Commercial Ms Neal had told Coast I have my Another of the derelict buildings to be demolished “The party rumour officersstarted today butwhen I had a medical adopted the decision of the certificate, so with only one Community News on Thursday, Internal Appeals Tribunal and side of the story being told, July 22, that she was standing The Wilson Road Carpark is set to fully reopen in the coming weeks for preselection in West resolved that Belinda Neal be what would you expect? Office: 120c Erina Street, Gosford Gosford Ward. “This is an exciting time for expelled from NSW Labor,’ Ms he parking Phone: 4325crisis 7369 the successful completion “The decision is subject to She was in hospital on of this major 2250 infrastructure Terrigal as it continues to grow Murnain’s tweet said. Mail:gripping POTerrigal Box 1056, Gosford appeal to the review tribunal in popularity, with significant E-mail: editorial@centralcoastnews.net “The Internal Appeals and I hope that they will deal Saturday with an illness, could finally upgrade. attended the preselection Website: “Despite the impacts of investment in and around the Tribunal found that Ms Neal be broken www.centralcoastnews.net with the with the claims fairly,” she ballot at Woy Woy on Sunday, Mobile www.coastcommunitynews.com.au some inclement weather area,” said Mr Dowling. engaged in unworthy conduct said. reopeningWebsite: of the Wilson and then returned to hospital during the construction period, “We’re continuing to work and failed to support the Rules Road Carpark announced Labor Party preselection for on the Monday morning. we have worked closely with on catering for the needs of by Central Coast Council. our contractor to ensure the the region to complement of the Labor party to the best the Gosford West and Gosford Her husband, former NSW of her ability,” NSW Labor said East Wards took place at Woy parliamentarian, Mr John The carpark will be reopened efficient completion of this this growth, and have plans in a written statement. Woy, whereas the party ballot to invest almost $2.2m “The NSW Labor Internal for the other three wards was Della Bosca, attended the in stages commencing from project,” said Mr Reynolds. preselection ballot using “We’re continuing to invest through improvements to Appeals Tribunal (IAT) held at Ourimbah. Thursday, July 27, with levels a walking frame, as it is 1 and 2 reopened to the in Terrigal as one of the state’s the area’s pedestrian and instructed the Party Office to It is understood the understood he had a hip public and with levels 3 and premier tourist destinations, traffic flow, thanks to the delay announcing the result of preselection votes were surgery in the days prior to the infrastructure NSW Government’s Stronger the public selection ballot for 4 scheduled to reopen on and counted in the Wyong, The vote. Central Coast Council. Tuesday, August 15 (weather improvements such as this Communities Fund. Entrance and Budgewoi Wards. Coast Community News has redevelopment will go a long “Council will also be permitting). “The IAT received a number Lead candidates were Lisa requested interviews with Ms the Terrigal of challenges to the eligibility Council has heralded the way to supporting the ongoing revitalising Lagoon Foreshore, with of voters for the pre-selection. Matthews in The Entrance, Murnain but she has been $2.3m carpark upgrade as a growth of the area. Doug Vincent in Budgewoi and “unavailable”. “The addition of these 110 $825,000 invested into the major boon for the tourism “The result of the ballot will newcomer Kyle MacGregor in Senator Deborah O’Neill, who hotspot notorious for its car spaces has been carried redevelopment of the play be provided to party members the Wyong Ward. is junior vice president of NSW painful congestion and parking out in conjunction with space in Rotary Park, as well as soon as the Review Tribunal Participants in the Gosford Labor, would not comment on upgrade works on the Scenic as the proposed construction has met to consider the track record. West and Gosford East ward internal party matters. challenges. The project also includes Hwy, improving the overall of a skate park. preselection ballots were told “I would like to again extend the installation of a lift within connectivity and access to “NSW Labor is dedicated to ballot boxes would be sealed Source: the carpark, CCTV, and the town centre,” said Mr my sincere thanks to the ensuring that Labor candidates and taken to Sydney for Media statement, Jul 24 Reynolds. Terrigal community for their David Dobson, NSW Labor the provision of additional for Central Coast Council are counting. Media statement, Jul 24 Group Leader of Assets, patience and understanding out campaigning as soon as disabled spaces on each floor, Belinda Neal, Woy Woy Bay One former senior Labor enhancing the facility’s overall Infrastructure and Business, during the upgrade of the possible,” the statement said. Jackie Pearson, journalist official who took part in the Wilson Rd Carpark,” Mr Mr Mike Dowling, said that accessibility. Via text message, Ms Neal, ballot said he believed the Council Administrator, Mr Ian the upgrade of the Wilson Rd Dowling concluded. who had stood for preselection sealing and removal of ballot More Election Reynolds, said that an efficient Carpark was part of wider at the Woy Woy CWA Hall boxes was unprecedented in Pages 8 to 11 Source: program of works had assisted investment into the Terrigal on Sunday, July 23, made a the party’s history. Media release, Jul 24 region. Central Coast Council Media statement at 11.45am on July

he ﬁrst stage of off-the-plan sales in the Merindah Apartments project at 21 to 23 Mann St, Gosford, has closed, and the developer is still aiming to have the building ready for occupancy by the ﬁrst half of 2019.

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21-storey Ikon Tower being offered for sale off the plan partments in the $34.24 million, 21-storey Ikon Tower residential and commercial development at 333 Mann St, Gosford, are being offered for sale off the plan.

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Independent report calls for more safeguards for Mangrove Mountain landfill

Historic moment for Gosford CBD

buyers. “Currently, Gosford is experiencing strong pre-sales for residential units being sold off the plan, which is beneficial for both developers and buyers seeking good value in the market for new units,” he said. JMGM currently has more than $120 million in developments in progress, with a focus on high-quality residential and mixeduse developments across Sydney and along the eastern he Community Report (IER) has considered seaboard. E n v i r o n m e n t a broad range of information The Ikon at 333 Mann St Network (CEN) and concludes that, significant will comprise a single tower and Mountain Districts improvement is required in over a podium base that will order to comply with necessary include four levels of parking Association (MDA) have operational and regulatory integrated into the fabric of the called for Central Coast procedures and policies. podium with one level partly Council to require a new “Robust engineering design underground, three levels Development Application should be complemented by of commercial tenancies, (DA) and a new best practice construction and 17 levels of one, two and AUGUST 10, 2017 YOUR INDEPENDENT COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER - PH: 4325 7369 ISSUE 164 Impact responsible fillingINDEPENDENT of cells. AUGUST 24,Environmental 2017 YOUR COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER - PH: 4325 7369 three bedroom residential Study (EIS) before “With higher design and apartments and landscaping. consenting to any plans operational standards, should The development was higher regulatory to reopen the landfill at come approved and achieved scrutiny by the NSW EPA Mangrove Mountain. delayed commencement and Council, to ensure within the timeframe that The NSW Environment operators comply with their enabled the developer to Protection Authority (EPA) Environmental Protection take advantage of the former released an independent Licence … DA etc. Gosford Council’s 30 per cent report on the Mangrove “The NSW EPA will need An aerial view of the Bonython Tower site shows work well under way on the Singleton development bonus height and floor space Mountain landfill, with to review the operational controls. r John Singleton years, and have introduced reality after 18 months of apartments and two ultimate recommendations, including documents provided … penthouses. As a result, the Gosford Local declared it everyone from politicians to planning and design. measures for the safe together with the design It also boasts two levels operation of the site. “We are now able to see it Environment Plan allowed for a an “historic developers, but in the end, proposals, to assess the my money grow and become a beautiful of premier corporate suites maximum height of 78 metres moment” when he I decided toinputQueensland; The EPA, in consultation adequacy of the proposed the SW Shadow where my mouth is and do itignored dominating feature of the and a world class restaurant with the Mountain Districts and a floor space ratio of 6.5:1. officially broke ground landfill expansion whilst collapse in recycling ratesCBD skyline. Minister for the myself. and bar which will set a new Association (MDA), appointed Gosford The proposed four-toon his Gosford CBD assessing the suitability of the to occur with no planning, the “Many development “What’s even better is that it benchmark for dining on the SLR five-storey podium Environment, will Consulting Australia site with regard to its position, development, Bonython consents have support or strategies; allowed Labor Members for been issued by is a local Central Coast project. Central Coast. accommodate fourState commercial Pty Ltd in September, 2016, size, location and potential a culture of misleading Tower, on Thursday, June the Council, but how good is it Wyong and The There is immediate access to to tenancies with a flGosford, oor area of independently assess environmental impacts. An artist's impression of the Ikon tower information and spin “CKDS to beArchitecture, Northrop 29. to see one actually commence Engineers and our builder, public transport, and Bonython operations at the landfill site, Entrance, 500 square metres that could The Greens foisted on the public; tolerated “In light of the sensitive nature right in the middle of the CBD? Stevens Constructions, are all Tower is within easy walking which had not received any landscaped communal suited the site. NSW and Community accommodate various caféthe to He said it was the first-ever poor behaviour and corruption of the site being in or within space at the level three “A world class thatto cover The consent was for two local up, and all are employing distance to the new ATO waste since May 2014. Environment openNetwork and office premises. and building attempted high rise to be built in the 40 metres of a permanent or to sit in years from December 15, people to work on the Offices, Gosford Hospital and are all thaton the rooftop. instead of Sydney clean up; local attacked Within the tower, 15 demanding of podium and The consultant’s report made intermittent water body, or in Gosford CBD and the only would be proud When the JRPP determined 2016. anyoneand make the Central the brand new and exciting the following observations an area overlying an aquifer the one-bedroomthe unitsNSW will Government development of its kind on the or Melbourne.and marginalised project, in favour oftothe development Coastkepta better place” Mr Central Coast Medical School about the historic and future that contains drinking water “I told you that do it, and, who I would complained; Central Coast. be adaptable forurgently people inintervenes Source: and Health and Medical operation of the landfill. physical proof. in December, information secretiveSingleton with no said. wheelchairs or other specialwaste resolve issues 2016, it noted It is Mr Singleton’s flagship and here is the quality groundwater that is Media release, Jun 22 the Central corner location, site real transparency. Located centrally on Mann Research Institute. “How exciting, here comes users. “In relation to the past vulnerable to pollution, the Steve Connolly, Converse development. confronting the surrounding Street, Communications One year ago, Greens MP, DrBonython Tower is operation of the Mangrove development needs additional Each apartmentCoast. will have proportions, “This is a great day,” he said. Bonython Tower. Source: Website, Jun 26 nature of a notice mixed-use development, Mehreen “Bonython Tower is noFaruqi, longer gave Mountain facility, this Media release, Jun 29 direct access to a balcony or infrastructure, “I have been talking about Central Coast Council Gosford adjoining and of 54 luxury A between report on the August development 8 for a parliamentary comprising enquiry Paul Anderson, Bonython Continued P6 Independent Environmental terrace with an area the benefits of this region for a dream, but it is becoming a DA tracker, 49489/2016 Property and Investments design measures editionmetres of ABCproposed 4 Corners into the Mangrove Mountain Jackie Pearson, journalist eight and 12 square revealed signifiincant landfill and the role of both the resulted a development that and residents will program have access problems with the waste EPA and the former Gosford entral Coast Council industry across NSW, with Council in approving the Office: 120c Erina Street, Gosford two important Central Coast private tip at the head of the has confirmed Phone: 4325 7369 Offi ce: highlighted. 120c Erina Street, Gosford examples water catchment of the Central that it, and the Mail: PO Box 1056, Gosford 2250 Phone: 4325 7369 Coast. The Community Environment E-mail: editorial@centralcoastnews.net former Gosford Council, Mail: Boxfor 1056, Gosford 2250 Drone photo shows the size of the landfill by 2017 Network (CEN) PO has called a “The 4 Corners program has A photo from a September 2012 inspection of the landfill Website: www.centralcoastnews.net have been referred to E-mail: Photo: Andrew Cooney Photography highlighted the need for a full full inquiry intoeditorial@centralcoastnews.net the actions of Mobile ormer Website: Gosford www.coastcommunitynews.com.au Public Access (GIPA) searches, amendments to the Mangrove managing Council’s conditions the NSW Independent Website: www.centralcoastnews.net councils and managed by the parliamentary inquiry and the decision makers for their role board of the EPA was culpable the dumping by claiming that time. have been Mountain Landfill’s licence of consent at Mangrove Commission Mobile Website: www.coastcommunitynews.com.au Council employee documents Against “Presumably, Mr Holstein NSW Police, in the same way Central Coast Greens demand in the dumping of nearly one and should be sacked by NSW the EPA had assured him that conditions and expanded the Mountain Landfill. placed on the public record that similar high-value planning the waste was safe and not a took their advice and did and independent Corruption (ICAC). million cubic metres of waste Premier, Ms Gladys Berejiklian that it now goes ahead In December 2011, he not check or believe the matters were managed by the immediately,” said Central “There needs to be an problem. at Mangrove Mountain since candidate for the Gosford that enable Mr Chestnut to types of waste allowed. provide more information on NSW Government as state Coast Greens spokesperson, The referral has been made Mr Chestnut said a leachate received a letter from the NSW “However, the waste dump community that elected him.” investigation into the sordid 2008. West Ward in the Central signifi cant. issues that, he said, need to by the NSW Shadow Minister by that time was already well Offi ce of Water stating that the barrier and leachate collection facts behind Gosford Council’s CEN wants to see the dump Ms Kate da Costa. “CEN and locals have been Coast Council election, be properly explored by a full “In the four years to system were required from Mangrove Mountain landfill for the Environment, Ms Penny pilloried, ignored and accused and the NSW Environment above the level of the 280,000 closed and an Inquiry into the “The Central Coast Greens Mr Gary Chestnut, said commission of inquiry. 2016, there had been no particularly Sharpe, following the damning 2003 but were not installed was non-compliant. of misleading the public,” Protection Authority’s apparent tonnes approved by Gosford actions of the EPA. support an it was essential that the According to Mr Chestnut, until 2009. Mr Asquith said that it was prosecutions by the EPA of investigation into Gosford said CEN chairman, Mr John gross neglect of statutory Council. He directed the letter to allegations made in the ABC anyone for causing serious Council’s actions. NSW Government held the former Gosford Council’s Asquith. A leachate barrier and Council’s then manager of 4 Corners report on Monday, harm to the environment. an inquiry into how the decision to enter mediation leachate protection system education and compliance August 7, in relation to the “Monday night on ABC 4 “For several years, members “Incredibly, fines for less of the Central Coast Greens Mangrove Mountain with landfill operator Verde should protect potentially and senior compliance officer, mismanagement of a landfill Corners, we found out why? serious breaches have been have supported the calls by corrupt staff, massive amounts landfill morphed from Terra, instead of prosecuting contaminated leachate from who also had due regard to the at Mangrove Mountain and an average of only 84 per year Mangrove Mountain residents, of money and self-interest,” he illegal dumping at Spencer. a small golf course the company in the Land and the landfill leaking into the 2005 compliance report. for the past 10 years. said. who have been concerned Environment Court, was based aquifer located below the Shadow Minister for the In April 2012 the senior remodelling project into “CEN wants to see the EPA about allegations of improper The object of the dumping an improperly regulated on incomplete and incorrect landfill or flowing into the compliance officer informed Central Coast, Mr David Board sacked immediately,” dumping, water contamination was originally to level a small information from both the surrounding environment and both the NSW Office of Water Harris, said Gosford Council dump the size of a Mr Asquith said. and overdevelopment. part of the Mangrove Mountain EPA and from members of waterways. and the waste operator that had originally referred itself regional waste facility. According to CEN, over the RSL Memorial Golf Course Continued page 3 Council’s own staff. Central Coast Council the site was operating within to ICAC via then CEO, Mr Paul past six years that EPA had: with clean fill. Anderson. Mr Chestnut said that whilst has refused to release a its consent. Mr Chestnut remains overseen no prosecutions for EPA referral to ICAC : “Since then, it has grown “Now Penny Sharpe has subjected to a confidentiality employed by Gosford Council, 2005 compliance report, Mr Chestnut said he believed causing serious harm to the page 4 to nearly one million cubic responsibilities. “Large sections of the waste time that investigation of environment (Tier 1 Offences); agreement he entered into he had recommended against that Mr Chestnut has seen, the senior compliance officer’s referred Gosford Council and metres, with another 1.3 “In 2014, former Mayor and were of unknown origin. environmental issues worth allowed illegal dumping to with Gosford Council as an approval of the original DA for and that documented the interpretation of the conditions Central Coast Council to ICAC,” More on page 6, 12, 13 million tonnes awaiting an EPA then state member for Gosford, “We now know that corrupt over $20 million was taken flourish; taken no action on landfill’s “compliance and of consent that Council had Mr Harris said. outcome of a constructive the golf course remodelling. licence.” Mr Chris Holstein, defended staff were involved at that away from the EPA and local waste dumping from NSW Because the original DA non-compliance” with each applied to the site were dismissal case, so he is only “Given what was exposed According to CEN, the whole able to comment on matters was for clean fill, no leachate condition of consent. by 4 Corners, the Central “grossly incorrect”. barrier was required. that are in the public domain. 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ICAC to investigate Central Coast Council and Gosford Council over landfill whether they be individuals or the organisation,” Mr Harris said. “People are up in arms that their water supply could have been put at risk,” he said. In a written statement, Central Coast Council said: “Council is aware of reports that the NSW Opposition has reported the former Gosford Council to ICAC, as a result of a program aired on ABC TV. “Council is already undertaking its own internal review of the former Gosford Council ﬁles and records. “Council will cooperate fully should ICAC launch an investigation. “Because the matters have now been referred to ICAC Council will be making very limited comment from this time onwards,” the statement said. Source: Interview, Aug 10 Central Coast Council media Interview, Aug 10 David Harris, Shadow Minister for the Central Coast Media statement, Aug 10 Central Coast Council media Jackie Pearson, journalist

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arrest, a search warrant was executed at the Woongarrah home, where officers seized a number of items relevant to the investigation. The man was taken to Wyong Police Station, where he was charged with: kidnap with intent to commit serious indictable offence (occasion actual bodily harm); stalking or intimidation with intent to cause fear of physical or mental harm; two counts of aggravated indecent assault, person under 16; aggravated sexual assault, person under 16; groom child under 14 years for unlawful sexual act; aggravated act of indecency, person under 16; produce child abuse material; and, possess or use a prohibited weapon without permit. He was also charged for offences with another victim with: aggravated indecent assault, person under 16; aggravated act of indecency, victim under 16 under authority; groom child under 14 years for unlawful sexual act; and, incite aggravated act of indecency, which police will allege relate to incidents involving a young girl, known to him between October 2016 and April 2017.

While the man was in police custody, he suffered a medical episode and was taken to Wyong Hospital for treatment. He was refused bail and remained in hospital under police guard. Investigations under Strike Force Garawan are continuing, which includes inquiries into the attempted abduction of an 18-year-old woman near Narara Railway Station, on Sunday, June 4. The man appeared at a closed hearing in Wyong Local Court on Sunday, August 27, and was refused bail. He appeared, via video link, in Gosford Local Court on Monday, August 28. At a media conference held at NSW Police headquarters in Parramatta, on August 27, Detective Superintendent, Linda

Howlett, from the NSW Police Sex Crimes Squad, said she wished to “acknowledge the bravery of the victim, who has been absolutely exceptional with the detail that she has been able to provide the investigation, and I personally want to thank her for all of her assistance. “She is actually handling it quite remarkably well,” DS Howlett said. “Obviously she is relieved that an offender has been arrested and it is of some comfort to her,” she said. DS Howlett also said that she was not ruling out more victims coming forward, now that the alleged perpetrator had been arrested. Source: Media release, Aug 26 NSW Police media Audio, Aug 27 Linda Howlett, NSW Police Sex Crimes Squad

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and wrist, the entire left leg, ankle and foot. He stayed in ICU for nine days while the nurses did a constant balancing act between heparin and adrenalin to thin his blood and raise his blood pressure at the same time, to try to force it through the blocked artery in his brain, while also making sure not to cause another bleed. Loganâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eyes have also suffered considerable damage, the tumour had damaged the nerves in his right eye to the extent that he can no longer see clearly, nor look up or right with that eye. The stroke has also affected the nerves in his left eye in that it struggles to look left and track properly. Due to the extensive damage the stroke has caused, Oncology decided to wait for any chemo or radio therapy, until after Loganâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s six month MRI, to check on the progression of the tumour. Logan now needs

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u r i m b a h resident, Ms Rosanne Pugh, has been recognised as one of the best teachers in NSW for her work at KU Ourimbah Preschool and Children’s Centre, after winning the 2017 Premier’s Early Childhood E d u c a t i o n Scholarship.

Ms Pugh won the award at the NSW Premier’s Teacher Scholarships Awards night. The $10,000 scholarship will allow Ms Pugh to take part in

a month-long study tour across Australia and New Zealand, and visit highly regarded early childhood services to examine their practices in sustainability or reconciliation. “I’m proud and humbled to have been recognised with this year’s Premier’s Early Childhood Education Scholarship,” Ms Pugh said. “Winning this scholarship will provide a wonderful opportunity to analyse links interconnecting sustainability and reconciliation, and to see and understand new perspectives on both.”

Ms Pugh has placed great value on sustainability, as evidenced by the Bush Preschool program run at KU Ourimbah. “The natural world is a place of awe, of fragility and resilience which the children experience and seek to understand first hand,” she said. “To be hands on and delight in nature, gives the children the opportunity to wonder about it, to care for it and to take responsibility to look after it.” Source: Media release, Aug 21 Adrian Doig, KU Children’s Services

100 students attended ore than 100 year five students from the Tuggerah Lakes Learning Community (TLLC) of government schools attended a Student Leadership Conference on August 22.

Local leaders gave keynote addresses and led group workshops on ideas about developing students’ own and others’ leadership qualities for the benefit of their school communities. The TTLC comprises the Bateau Bay, Berekely

Vale, Brooke Avenue, Chittaway Bay, Killarney Vale, The Entrance and Wamberal Public Schools, and the campuses of the Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College. Source: Media release, Aug 21 Ruth Goodwin, Principal, Chittaway Public School

School leaders with Mr Scot MacDonald and Ms Prendergast

Eight new learning areas to be built at St Brendan’s P arliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Mr Scot MacDonald, visited St Brendan’s Catholic Primary School in Lake Munmorah on Thursday, August 24, to inspect plans for new classrooms.

The project will involve the demolition of six temporary classrooms and the creation of eight new learning areas in a two storey building with

a more contemporary design. St Brendan’s is receiving $1,398,383, to support the $1,997,689 project, under the Building Grants Assistance Scheme (BGAS), with further funds provided by the school community. Joined by Assistant Principal, Ms Kellie Prendergast, and school leaders, Mr MacDonald said it was great to see that the project will commence shortly. “These new classrooms

will provide a modern learning experience for the pupils of St Brendan’s and I am glad that the NSW State Government is able to support the school in their construction,” Mr MacDonald said. “This investment will allow St Brendan’s to continue to deliver high quality teaching outcomes in a safe and enjoyable environment,” he said. Source: Media release, Aug 24 Kit Hale, office of Scot MacDonald

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74-year-old w i d o w e d grandmother in Kangy Angy has been selected to receive free flooring in her home as part of the Central Coast Free Trade Day. The flooring and services have been provided by My Timber in Erina and their associated teams. The grandmother was nominated by her granddaughter, who left school to be her nan’s full-time carer. “The home is in original 30+ years’ condition, with

n art competition and exhibition focussed on r e c r e a t e d masterpieces of paintings from famous artists has called for submissions from artists across NSW and the ACT. The Fab Fakes Art Exhibition is an initiative of the Tuggerah Lakes Art Society, supported by Central Coast Council. Vice President of the Tuggerah Lakes Art Society, Ms Gail Brigden, said that it was wonderful

to see the interest in the competition grow each year, along with the standard of entries. “Emulating the masters has long been heralded across the globe as one of the best ways to learn art, which is how the exhibition originated,” Ms Brigden said. Any medium can be used for submissions, but they must be in the same colours as the original artists. The artist being copied must also have been dead for at least 70 years. A prize of $3,000 will go to the painter judged to have produced the best

copy of a masterpiece, with the runner up receiving $1,000. Closing date for entries will be October 6, with the exhibition being held from November 15 to 25 at The Art House, Wyong. All entries will be offered for sale, with price tags starting from $100. “It is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a ‘famous’ masterpiece to display, perhaps for the home or office, or as a great gift at a very affordable price,” Ms Brigden said. Source: Media release, Aug 22 Fleur Townley, Lanham PR

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floors and floor coverings which have now become worn and become a real safety issue,” said Mr Brendan Hunt, owner of My Timber. My Timber and their teams have agreed to provide flooring for the lounge, dining, kitchen, hall way, and bedroom. “We hope this new floor will not only make the house safer but much more comfortable for Mrs Webb. “We are very pleased to offer our products and services as we believe she certainly is a worthy recipient,” Mr Hunt said. “But none of it could

roup Australia has partnered with Central Coast Council and Landcare NSW to help ensure vegetation along Porters Creek is rehabilitated and restored. The partnership will see Husqvarna and Council staff, along with volunteers from Landcare NSW, participate in bush regeneration, weed

control and planting in the initial two days, on August 23 and 30. Professional Business Manager for Husqvarna Australia, Mr Bronson Gunter, said staff are looking forward to clearing and mowing through two days of work at Porters Creek. “The heart and lungs of any town or city lies in its parks and green spaces, and that is especially true with Porters Creek in Wyong,” Mr Gunter said. Central Coast Council’s

Landcare Coordinator, Ms Rebecca Dugan, said the volunteer network has successfully restored a range of ecosystems already. “Simple and effective activities such as weed removal, erosion control and planting, are making a huge contribution to the resilience of these natural areas,” Ms Dugan said. Source: Media release, Aug 23 Aaron Henry, Brilliant Logic PR

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New playground for Matron Simpson Reserve

New fenced off-leash dog area at Buff Point A

new fenced offleash dog area will be constructed by Central Coast Council at Buff Point Oval. The area will be 50mx50m at the southern end of the oval, which is an existing and popular off-leash location with many local dog owners. Council administrator, Mr Ian Reynolds, said the project was in response to the area’s demand. “We have received a number of requests from residents for a fenced off-leash dog area in Buff Point, which is already widely used by the surrounding community,” said Mr Reynolds. “After extensive community consultation,

the feedback was overwhelmingly in favour of installing this new facility for the community,” Mr Reynolds said. “The design will incorporate existing trees on the western side of the site to provide shade during the summer months and we’re investigating the installation of bench seating and a water connection nearby,” he said. Manager of Open Space and Recreation, Mr Brett Sherar, said the northern end of the oval would continue to be a zoned off-leash area with a range of uses. “The new fenced offleash dog area will help to effectively separate users

at this popular location, which is also used for pre-season training, children’s activities and Landcare initiatives,” said Mr Sherar. “Many of the requests we received for a fenced area came from elderly members of our community, meaning they can now safely take their dog off-leash avoiding a trip to Tuggerah Oval. “The entire Buff Point Oval remains zoned as an off-leash area, with owners of larger dogs able to make use of the ample space available at the northern end,” Mr Sherar said. Source: Media release, Aug 24 Central Coast Council media

Chamber has new executive committee he Wyong R e g i o n a l Chamber of Commerce has announced its new executive committee for 2017-18.

Mr Ron Stevens has retained the President’s role and his Vice President is Mr Darren Hooper of the Central

Coast Credit Union. Other office bearers are: Mr Nathan Johns, Community First Credit Union, Lake Haven as Secretary; and, Ms Susan Rodak, ANZ Mobile Lending Central Coast North, Treasurer. Directors for 2017-18 are: Ms Jenny Abourizk, Job Centre Australia; Ms Joanne Cho, Organic

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Property Group; Mr Mark Cooper, Wyong Community Bank Branch of the Bendigo Bank; Mr David Pross, Guringai Tribal Link; Mr Glenn Zocher, Studio2You; and, Mr Patrick Zuluaga, PMZ Marketing. Source: Media release, Aug 24 Ron Stevens, Wyong Regional Chamber of Commerce

Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast Scot MacDonald MLC onsite with members of The Entrance North Progress Association at Matron Simpson Reserve

arliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Mr Scot MacDonald, announced on Thursday August 24, that a new playground will be built at Matron Simpson Reserve in The Entrance North.

The project will be jointly funded by The Entrance North Progress Association and the NSW Government. Matron Simpson

Reserve currently has no playground equipment, with the nearest playground over two kilometres away. “This investment will benefit local residents and the wider community,” Mr MacDonald said. “I would like to extend my thanks to The Entrance North Progress Association for their tireless community work and advocacy. “I would also like to thank the Premier, who took a keen interest in

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Hearing loss management Support and educational group providing practical experience and confidence Learn the benefits to hearing aids 4321 0275 www.centralcoast.betterhearing australia.org.au

Central Coast Prostate Cancer Support Group (Gosford) Meet last Fri Terrigal Uniting Church 380 Terrigal Drive, Terrigal 9.30am to 12 noon 4367 9600 www.pcfa.org.au

Central Coast Prostate Cancer Support Group (Wyong) Meet last Mon Toukley RSL Club, Holmes Ave Toukley 10.00am to 12 noon 4356 9300 www.pcfa.org.au

GROW Support Groups Small friendly groups formed to learn how to overcome anxiety, depression and loneliness and to improve mental health and well-being. Anonymous, free and open to all. Weekly meetings at Bateau Bay and Wyong 1800 558 268 www.grow.org.au

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Coastal a Cappella Dynamic award winning women’s a cappella chorus new members always welcome. Music eduction provided Lots of Performance opportunities, or hire us for your next event. 0412 948 450 coastalacappella@gmail.com

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Glen Campbell, Linda Ronstadt and John Denver cover band at The Art House A

tribute show to past superstars will be performed by father and daughter duo, Graham and Ashleigh Toole, at The Art House, Wyong, on Saturday,

September 9.

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Time I Get to Phoenix and of course Take Me Home Country Road, will be just a few of the songs on offer. Source: Media release, Aug 16 Graham Toole, Kincumber

Summer Artists’ exhibition at Summerland Point he local Summer Artists’ 16th Annual Art Exhibition will be held at the Summerland Point Community Hall from Saturday, September 30, to Monday,

October 2. The exhibition is designed to bring art to the community and to provide something of interest for visitors and locals over the October long weekend.

Entry is by gold coin donation, with the proceeds going to the local Tidy Towns committee. Source: Media release, Aug 22 Helen Morrison, Helen Morrison Publicity

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exhibition by The Makers Studio including sculptures, painting, textiles and course prints, Kooindah Resort, Wyong, until October 15

Saturday, Sep 2 Central Coast Cactus and Succulent Club Spring Sales Day, Charmhaven Community Centre, Narara Ave, Charmhaven, 9:00am to 1:00pm Wyong Roos Foundation Launch, The Showroom, Wyong Rugby League Club, 6:00pm arrival for 6:30pm start B a k e r / B r a d b e r r y, Café at the Point, Summerland Point, 6:30pm

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Saturday, Sep 9 Central Coast Council election John Denver, Linda Ronstadt, Glen Campbell Tribute at

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Monday, Sep 11 Long Jetty Hospital Auxilliary meeting

Saturday, Sep 16 The Getaway Plan, Long Jetty Hotel Worm Farming, a black comedy about refugees endorsed by Julian Burnside, The Art House, Wyong

Sunday, Sep 17 Tomcat Playground, Coast Hotel, Budgewoi, 3:00pm

Tuesday, Sep 19 Central Coast Connections Business Forum, Mingara Recreation Club,

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with the lowering of the flags ceremony. The raising of the flags ceremony will take place on September 23. Source: Website, Aug 14 The Lakes Beach SLSC calendar

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he Central Coast Branch of the NSW Justices Association (NSWJA) will hold their annual general meeting on October 17.

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for the last 48 minutes of the match with 10 men, after losing Stephen Gibbs for a last-man tackle just four minutes after Adam Woodbine had given his team a welldeserved 1-0 lead in the 38th minute. Berkeley Vale equalised within minutes of the resumption, with Troy Mumford scoring from a goal mouth scramble but, were unable to convert a number of scoring opportunities into goals leaving McNee’s last gasp volley to snatch a crucial win for his team. Elsewhere, Toukley and East Gosford played out a 2-2 draw at Toukley. Rob Walton’s first half double means that he’s now scored in 12 of the Rams’ 16 matches. The match swung in the 55th minute, when East Gosford’s Mitchell Wilson-Thomas was sent off for a second yellow card offence. Toukley took full advantage and were able to score through Alex Govorcin in the 60th minute,

The match was a tough, even encounter, with limited chances, and both goalkeepers making important saves. The Entrance went closest, with a chance in the last five minutes disallowed for off-side. News of an injury time winner in Gosford, meant that Killarney Vale were able to seal the championship with two games left of the competition, At Gavenlock Oval, Jared McNee’s strike in the 91st minute is likely to be the most important of the season for Gosford. Without his winner against Berkeley Vale, the Dragons would have dropped to fourth place. They moved ahead of the Wombats and into second spot, albeit on the narrowest of goal difference margins. It was a gutsy effort by Gosford, having played

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August 29, 2017

Toukley RSL Men’s Championships decided

Warnervale go down fighting in Union Premier 1 and 2 semi-finals W

arnervale was defeated by Kariong in the Central Coast Rugby Union Premier 1 Minor Semi-final at Woy Woy Oval on Saturday, August 26.

Mike Leaity, Harry Henare and Kent Murray Chappell, Ken Piper and take their place in the Mal Fowler. final. To arrive at the finals, It was an incredibly Harry’s team defeated hard played match, with the team of Jim Giltrow, the score 13-13 on the G. Antaw and Jacko 22- second last end. 19. Harry’s team came out The final was played Similarly, Mal Fowler’s winners by 14-13. between the team of Mike team defeated Steve Source: Leaity, Kent Murray and Peterson, Joe Rae and Media release, Aug 26 Harry Henare against the Terry Milton by 24-11 to Ian Garling, Toukley RSL team comprising Steve Bowling Club

oukley RSL Bowling Club held the finals of its Men’s Triples Championships on Saturday, August 26.

Records tumble S

ix records were broken at the Budgewoi Public School Athletics Carnival on August

10. The 100m sprint record times were beaten in the 8-year-old, 10-year-

Tide CharT FORT DENISON

LAT 33° 51’ S - LONG 151° 14’ E - TIME ZONE - 1000 Times and Heights(m) of high and low waters Add one hour to the times below when Daylight Saving is in force

Time - Height(m) 0324 1.13 0211 1.15 0109 1.22 0911 0.66 0806 0.65 0711 0.61 TUE 1350 1.40 WED 1450 1.40 THU 1554 1.43 2244 0.61 2138 0.66 2026 0.67 0022 0.46 0531 1.20 0434 1.15 0616 1.27 1108 0.60 1013 0.64 FRI 1652 1.48 SAT 1742 1.55 SUN 1156 0.54 1824 1.62 2338 0.53 0210 0.27 0135 0.32 0100 0.38 0810 1.47 0733 1.40 0657 1.34 MON 1238 0.47 TUE 1319 0.41 WED 1400 0.36 2020 1.75 1942 1.73 1903 1.68 0359 0.25 0320 0.23 0245 0.24 1011 1.61 0929 1.57 0848 1.53 THU 1442 0.33 FRI 1526 0.32 SAT 1614 0.33 2226 1.63 2142 1.70 2100 1.75 0008 1.41 0523 0.36 0439 0.29 0613 0.43 1145 1.61 1057 1.62 SUN 1705 0.37 MON 1803 0.42 TUE 1240 1.60 1909 0.46 2315 1.52

old and 12-year-old categories at 16.41 seconds, 14.5 seconds and 13.87 seconds respectively. The other running event that had its previous record overturned was the 200m for Juniors, with a time of 30.77 seconds. Junior High Jump and Junior Shotput both also saw young students set new standards of athletic excellence, a height of 1.25 metres for the high jump and a distance of 8.31 metres for the shotput. Source: Newsletter, Aug 14 Kerry Moore, Principal, Budgewoi Public School

The final score in the see-sawing match was Kariong 33 points to Warnervale’s 27. The lead changed several times throughout the 80 minutes, and both teams did have their chances of gaining victory. Warnervale started the match very well, and did control proceedings in the opening 10 minutes. They were soon rewarded with the opening try, scored in the corner, by winger, Daniel Ford. After that, the match did level out, and both teams had their periods of attack. However, it was Warnervale who went further ahead with their second try. This try followed a forward surge, which saw halfback, Josh Holman, cross over adjacent to the posts. The conversion of this try had taken Warnervale to a quite handy 12 points to nil lead, and everything seemed to be going their way. Warnervale certainly had the better of the play for much of the opening 25 minutes, but it was Kariong who surged back into recognition in the final 15 minutes of this half. They attacked consistently midway

As a result, Kariong had gained a relatively comfortable 33 points to 20 lead, with time running out. However, Warnervale were not to be denied. They responded with a late converted try, and with the score at 33-27. The final few minutes were hectic and very intense to say the least. However, Kariong were able to hang for a meritorious win, and they now proceed to the Preliminary Final in two weeks. Warnervale had several star performers, but none were better than fiveeight, Mitchell Johnson, halfback, Josh Holman, and winger, Daniel Ford. Warnervale would be hugely disappointed with the result, but would also be very pleased with their efforts this year. The Lakes came from behind to defeat Warnervale in Premier 2, when they won the Minor Semi-final by 35 points to 26. Warnervale had the better of the first half, and went to the halftime break leading by 19 points to 10. They played very concerted and controlled rugby in the first half. Just when it seemed they had everything under control, it was The Lakes who finished the stronger. The Lakes scored early in the second half, and were able to soon take the lead in the match. They were able to outscore Warnervale by 25 points to seven in the second stanza. It was a good win for The Lakes, and they continue on to the Preliminary Final. Best for The Lakes were No 8, Zac Christensen, and fullback, Tom Cleary. Warnervale were best served by flankers, Ethan Sant and Mark Fittler, and fullback Sione Tonga. Source: Media release, Aug 27 Larry Thomson, Central Coast Rugby Union

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through the half, and an effective backline movement saw fullback, Jake Holwill, cross in the corner. This was followed soon after by their second try, and suddenly, the scores were locked at 12 points apiece. Warnervale did kick a penalty goal just prior to halftime, to regain the lead by 15 points to 12. Suddenly the match was anyone’s, and both teams went to the halftime break with much optimism. It was very soon into the second half that Kariong took the lead for the first time in the match, when in the sixth minute, their winger, Brandon Shillingsworth, went in for the first of his two tries. However, their lead of 19 points to 15 was very quickly reversed when Warnervale crossed for their third try. The score was Warnervale 20, Kariong 19, but with still almost 30 minutes to go, it was proving an exciting match for the spectators, with both teams trying to make their vital breakthrough. At the 20 minute mark of this second half, Kariong took the lead again, when their winger, Brandon Shillingsworth, picked up a loose ball, against the run of play, and raced 80 metres to score. It was certainly a key turning point in the match. Kariong had jumped to a 26 points to 20 lead, which they were soon able to increase, when five-eight, Mitch Clay, crossed for their fifth try.

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Mariners release new strip and announce major sponsor renewal T

he Central Coast Mariners have unveiled their new playing kits, and announced the contract extension of Mars Food A u s t r a l i a ’ s MasterFoods brand as a key sponsor for the A-League 201718 season.

The Mariners vowed to ‘earn their stripes’ in the 2017-18 season, symbolised by a bold, new home kit. The Umbro home kit features a traditional football top with a button up collar and classic, vertical yellow and navy stripes. Partnered with the collared top are navy blue board shorts and navy blue socks, a significant design shift from the predominantly yellow home kits of the recent past. To embrace the surf culture of the Central Coast, the Mariners have worked with Umbro to incorporate longer style shorts that will be worn with the home kit. The home-shorts also double as board shorts, and can be worn in the ocean during the Central Coast summer. For the away kit, it’s a return of the navy blue sash which runs diagonally across a predominantly yellow jersey that will be worn

on the road this season. The away top does not feature a collar and will be partnered with yellow shorts and yellow socks. Central Coast Mariners CEO, Mr Shaun Mielekamp, spoke about the club’s fresh mentality to earn their stripes and what it means both on the pitch and in the street. “It is time to earn our stripes,” Mr Mielekamp said. “Earning our stripes means much more than just wearing this season’s jersey,” he said. “As a football club, we are heading into a new chapter in our proud history. “A chapter that, if executed correctly, will see the Yellow and Navy restored with pride, and the badge worn proudly by Mariners, both on the

Coast and beyond. “It is also the time that we call on the thousands of members and fans to unite in showing their support for the team, wearing our stripes, representing our community and making us proud to be a Mariner. “This will help show that we are still the community club, and that when anyone travels to Central Coast Stadium, they are guaranteed a great time in the stands and a tough time on the pitch,” Mr Mielekamp said. Mielekamp also spoke about the motivation behind the club’s bold design shift and new distinct features. “The challenge was set from the owner to have a kit that not only aids high performance on the

pitch, but also looks great whether you’re in the stands, on the street, or even at the beach. “This kit is a result of more than 18 months of design work that involved the very best global designers from Umbro in the UK, personally meeting with Mike Charlesworth. “Apart from all of the obvious design features, the home strip even includes extra length shorts that, believe it or not, are designed to be capable to surf in, yes that’s right, boardies. “It was an amazing challenge coming up with a playing strip that fulfilled such a unique brief. “We were inspired by a lightbulb moment, thanks to a sitcom called Ripping Yarns, that was mentioned by Mike Charlesworth. “He had no knowledge that we have a local team called Barnstoneworth, here on the Central Coast, as he was trying to describe a comic scene about football shorts. We then saw the scene that famously quotes ‘shorts don’t matter in football, the only thing that matters is, what’s inside them’. “We stumbled across a classic football design we all loved, and when converted to Yellow and Navy, not only did we have a great design, but one that allowed us to

have a performance short which worked as a board short also. “Crazy story I know, but look at what has come from it, possibly the best kit in the history of the club,” Mr Mielekamp said. In addition to the new kit, Mariners and football fans alike can be assured that the iconic MasterFoods sauce bottles will continue as a mainstay in front of Central Coast Stadium’s palm trees during home games. Their logo will remain proudly emblazoned on the front of the new-look striped home kit and the back of the striking sash away kit. Mars Food Australia are an internationally recognised, local company, that directly employs over 300 people on the Central Coast, with the company’s leading edge factory and head office based just kilometres from the Mariners’ Centre of Excellence in Tuggerah. The Mariners have been proud to call MasterFoods a major partner since the inception of the A-League, and have been renowned for innovative activations that have grown to be one of the most effective and recognisable brands in the competition. Mr Mielekamp said he thanked MasterFoods for their ongoing support and outlined how crucial

the Club’s partnership was with the coast based manufacturing company. “The Central Coast Mariners cannot thank MasterFoods enough for their support,” Mr Mielekamp said. “They have been our longest serving and most significant corporate partner since day one,” he said. “The MasterFoods brand has become synonymous with the Central Coast Mariners and this is something that we are very proud of. MasterFoods are a shining example of a business who are truly out to make a difference, so it’s fantastic to have them located here on the Coast and a committed supporter of the Yellow and Navy,” he said. Mars Food Australia’s Chief Financial Officer, Mr Andrew Poll, said the local company was proud of the long-standing relationship with the Central Coast Mariners. “We believe in the benefits of developing strong connections throughout our community. “The Mariners create the largest regular community gathering in our local area, and we’re proud to be a key part of that,” he said. Source: Media releases, Aug 25 and 26 Tyson Scott, Central Coast Mariners

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