Issue 186 of Wyong Regional Chronicle by Central Coast Newspapers

1 APRIL 2020

ISSUE 186

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Facilities Leasing and Licencing Policy on public exhibition

ommunity groups and residents who use community facilities are urged to check out a new draft Facilities Leasing and Licencing Policy which is on public exhibition until May 14. The policy clarifies Central Coast Council’s approach to rental charges, tenure, maintenance responsibilities and the process for leasing and licensing existing and new sites. Council developed the new Draft Facilities Leasing and Licencing Policy following an extensive review of the use and management of more than 300 community facilities. During the review process, community engagement was encouraged through stakeholder discussions, workshops and an online survey. Residents said they wanted council to provide and support a network of affordable and maintained facilities and that these formed

Hamlyn Terrace Community Centre the active hearts of local lease or licence terms community centres and will recognise the need halls, senior citizen and communities. There are eight for council to respond youth centres, sports categories of tenant to to changing community grounds and associated which council may lease needs over time, as well buildings. The policy does not or licence a community as the need for tenants to facility or commercial have certainty of tenure if apply to surf clubs or they are seeking to invest seasonal hire or short building. The policy talks about in capital improvements term arrangements, or community facilities the length of a lease or to a facility. The lease or licence which are managed licence which council may offer to each terms recognise the need by staff or Section 355 for council to minimise committees. category of tenant. Mayor Lisa Matthews It talks about the risk associated with the management of its said the review was process for offering a assets and that proposed important to provide clear new lease or licence large investments into equity across council’s on expiry of an existing or onto council owned portfolio of community lease or licence and states that new lease or managed assets may facilities in a consistent and licence agreements be subject to specific and transparent manner. agreements “Our community will not include as-of- detailed between council and the facilities provide right renewal options or opportunities for sport, entitlements to additional proponent. Community facilities recreation, cultural lease terms. include arts and cultural activities, events, meeting The policy says that centres, childcare, spaces, social gatherings,

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learning, volunteering and business premises,” Mayor Matthews said. “Council is committed to continue to provide community facilities at an affordable rate and to keep them maintained to a standard that the community expects.” She said the new Draft Facilities Leasing and Licencing Policy was a good news story for the community with many organisations providing vital services and programs through the wide range of community facilities that are leased, licenced or hired. The draft policy went to the council meeting on March 9 where the councillors agreed to put it on public exhibition for a period of 60 days to get community feedback. The policy is 18 pages and public feedback closes on Thursday, May 14. You can find it here: https://www. yourvoiceourcoast.com/ community-facilitiesreview Source: Meeting & Media release, Mar 9 Agenda Item 3.3 Central Coast Council Reporter: Merilyn Vale

Work on dredging of The Entrance Channel is underway C entral Coast Mayor, Lisa Matthews, is calling out the politics being played over dredging The Entrance Channel and the “short-term thinking” of Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch. Crouch wrote to the

Mayor saying that the NSW Government was disappointed that dredging had not started. He said a month had passed since the Water Minister, Melinda Pavey, confirmed a $600,000 grant for dredging and that council staff told him dredging work could commence very quickly. “Council has talked about action without actually taking any,”

Workers and businesses on the Central Coast and around the state are now able to access a range of advice and support on non-health... See page 3

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The Central Coast’s COVID-19 situation has developed rapidly since our last edition. See page 9

Business

A Central Coast COVID-19 Task Force has been established to help local business through this volatile time. See page 11

Crouch said. However, Mayor Matthews said council had waited five months for the NSW Government to approve a funding grant to support the dredging program. “This was an announcement that was made at the tail end of the floods,” Mayor Matthews said. Continued page 4

Neither rain nor COVID-19 could dampen the spirits of over 180 locals that came together for the eighth annual Black Dog Ride 1 Dayer at Bateau Bay. See page 18

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Testing clinic opens at Wyong C

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

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

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

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

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

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he Coast has its first confirmed cases of Coronavirus.

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

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

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

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

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Debate continues over traffic chaos on Carters Rd See page 5

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3 new COVID-19 cases confirmed

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

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

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

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

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

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

38 confirmed COVID-19 cases The Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) has advised that cases of COVID-19 on the Coast have more than doubled since Monday with 38 cases now confirmed for the region. Of the 38 cases, five people have recovered and are no longer in isolation, while all others are being monitored at home in isolation, with no cases currently requiring hospitalisation. While the number of cases is accelerating, so too are the number of tests being taken, and so this pattern

may not be as alarming as it might first seem. Nevertheless, CCLHD has announced that it will reprioritise all surgery appointments to create more capacity in intensive care units in anticipation of an increase demand in relation to the Coronavirus. Hospitals will also be conducting outpatient clinic appointments over the phone or by video where possible, to reduce close contact. CCLHD Chief Executive, Dr Andrew Montague, stressed that there would be no impact to emergency and trauma patients, as well as urgent surgery cases and said District

staff will communicate directly with affected patients about rescheduling where necessary. The full release from Central Coast Health is available on our website. Across the state, 190 new COVID-19 cases were confirmed as of 8pm on Wednesday by NSW Health, bringing NSW’s total number of confirmed cases up to 1,219, with over 72,780 cases tested and excluded from the total. Overseas travel remains the highest source of the infection with 647 of the state’s cases confirmed as being acquired overseas.

Of the confirmed cases 16 are in intensive care with 10 requiring ventilators. The state also has its first four confirmed cases in children under the age of 10 with a 2-month-old boy, a 1-year-old girl, a 2-year-old-girl and a 7-year-old girl all confirmed as having the virus. The increase in confirmed cases comes as the NSW Government commenced tougher lockdown protocols on Monday, March 23, including the closure of all pubs, clubs, restaurants, food courts and other public meeting venues. The new protocols included a

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Reporter: Ross Barry

Commercial fishing operators working across the Central Coast are struggling to stay afloat in the wake of the State's reform to the industry.

Second economic support package announced

The $66.1B package follows on from the Government’s first stimulus package of $17.6B, and will see eligible small businesses on the Coast able to apply for up to $100,000 in support funding, and people in stress able to access up to $10,000 of their superannuation

in 2019-20, and a further $10,000 in 2020-21. Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks, said the plan aimed to “cushion the economic impact of the coronavirus and help build a bridge to recovery. “A total of $189B is being injected into the economy by all arms of Government in order to keep Australians in work and businesses in business, including in the Electorate of Robertson,” Wicks said. Continued page 6

Beachgoer increase sees 52 rescues at Umina Beach

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Local call centres have helped this Australian telecom company in avoiding the strain of the crisis. See page 21

The Federal Government’s second economic support package, announced on March 22, has been applauded by the Central Coast business community.

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recommendation that all people stay at home unless they need to do otherwise. A ban on all overseas travel, a ban on real estate auctions and inspections, restrictions on the number of guests at weddings and sadly, a limit of 10 mourners at all funerals. There is also now a ban on extended family barbeques and other gatherings. On Thursday, NSW Premier, Gladys Berejiklian, said new powers had been given to the police to enforce these restrictions.

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Missive #13: Spinoza’s Taxonomy of Knowledge … and dunny roll

“I’d like to see the bloody virus get through that!” It may not have been Robbo’s best idea ever, to meet in the empty Gosford Leagues carpark, but after we’d arranged all five of our Hiluxes into circular formation (just like General Custer), we really did feel quite invincible. See page 29

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Umina Surf Lifesaving Club conducted 52 rescues over the weekend of March 21 and 22, when terrible surf, several rips, warm weather and Sydney beach closures saw an increase of beachgoers at the beach.

Scahill said: “It was a very difficult weekend for members, particularly as beachgoers were spread out and not swimming between the flags. “It got to the point where patrollers ended up taking up positions along the beach all the way to Kiddies Corner to ensure

we had the coverage we needed,” Mr Scahill said. He said so much strain was placed on patrollers that the club was forced to call in off-duty members to assist. Both Surf Life Saving Central Coast and Central Coast Council opted to end their patrol season at

the end of last week. Mr Scahill admitted the sudden cessation of patrols while the beach remained open had him worried, but he was hopeful that the beach would not see a crowd like that again as the temperature cooled and the public adopted more stringent social distancing

Club president Mr Stephen

practices. “It is a little concerning and I would definitely advise not to go swimming for the time being,” he said.

SOURCE: Interview (Dilon Luke), 26 Mar 2020 Stephen Scahill, Umina SLSC SEE PAGE 3 - Early end to patrols

Fishing operators say they struggle to stay viable Commercial fishing operators working in the waters off Patonga say they are struggling to stay viable in the wake of the State Government reforms to the industry. They met in Woy Woy last week with Shadow Minister for Primary Industries Ms Jenny Aitchison and Member for Gosford Ms Liesl Tesch. Wild Caught Fishers Coalition secretary Ms Mary Howard said mesh fishers were suffering through a restriction on the number of days they could work.

“They are trying to cope with working on limited days and they have to balance that with weather conditions and species movement,” she said. “It doesn’t always work out comfortably and affects their ability to actually be viable. “The ability to transfer quotas across the state for mud crab fishers was meant to make the industry more viable but has had the opposite effect. “As a result of the reforms, mesh fishers can now keep crabs caught in their nets, whereas previously they couldn’t and this is impacting

crab fishers. “Changes to the shares system for prawn trawl fishers means they have had to buy more shares to keep their business going. “These moves have forced many fishermen out of the industry and put others in additional debt. “It has impacted many families on the Central Coast and elsewhere,” Ms Howard said. Mr Dane Van Der Neut has been fishing the waters off Patonga in Broken Bay and the Hawkesbury River for the past 12 years. Continued Page 8

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Facilities Leasing and Licencing Policy on public exhibition

ommunity groups and residents who use community facilities are urged to check out a new draft Facilities Leasing and Licencing Policy which is on public exhibition until May 14.

As Prime Minister Scott Morrison urged all Australians abroad to head for home, Central Coast residents all over the globe were faced with cutting holidays short

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

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

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

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

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The policy clarifies Central Coast Council’s approach to rental charges, tenure, maintenance responsibilities and the process for leasing and licensing existing and new sites. Council developed the new Draft Facilities Leasing and Licencing Policy following an extensive review of the use and management of more than 300 community facilities. During the review process, community engagement was encouraged through stakeholder discussions, workshops and an online survey. Residents said they wanted council to provide and support a network of affordable and maintained facilities and that these formed

Hamlyn Terrace Community Centre the active hearts of local lease or licence terms community centres and will recognise the need halls, senior citizen and communities. There are eight for council to respond youth centres, sports categories of tenant to to changing community grounds and associated which council may lease needs over time, as well buildings. The policy does not or licence a community as the need for tenants to facility or commercial have certainty of tenure if apply to surf clubs or they are seeking to invest seasonal hire or short building. The policy talks about in capital improvements term arrangements, or community facilities the length of a lease or to a facility. The lease or licence which are managed licence which council may offer to each terms recognise the need by staff or Section 355 for council to minimise committees. category of tenant. Mayor Lisa Matthews It talks about the risk associated with process for offering a the management of its said the review was new lease or licence assets and that proposed important to provide clear on expiry of an existing large investments into equity across council’s lease or licence and or onto council owned portfolio of community states that new lease or managed assets may facilities in a consistent and licence agreements be subject to specific and transparent manner. agreements “Our community will not include as-of- detailed provide right renewal options or between council and the facilities opportunities for sport, entitlements to additional proponent. Community facilities recreation, cultural lease terms. The policy says that include arts and cultural activities, events, meeting centres, childcare, spaces, social gatherings,

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Workers and businesses on the Central Coast and around the state are now able to access a range of advice and support on non-health... See page 3

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The Central Coast’s COVID-19 situation has developed rapidly since our last edition.

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A Central Coast COVID-19 Task Force has been established to help local business through this volatile time. See page 11

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20 urgent amendments passed in NSW Parliament W

orkers and businesses on the Central Coast and around the state are now able to access a range of advice and support on non-health related COVID-19 enquiries via the Service NSW contact centre 13 77 88. Premier, Gladys Berejiklian, said the hotline will be available 24/7 and Service NSW would recruit 1,000 workers to fill a mixture of full-time, part-time and casual roles. “This is the greatest health challenge we have endured in living memory and it is impacting households and businesses across the State,” Berejiklian said. “We’re hiring more staff to respond to this health crisis and the Service NSW contact centre will temporarily transition to 24/7 operation to support

Premier Gladys Berejiklian and Adam Crouch the state’s response to living assistance, financial week. support for businesses COVID-19. Parliamentary “We want to ensure or rules around social Secretary for the Central that every family and distancing, the hotline is Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, business can access the here to help.” The announcement said it was necessary advice they need in one on March 26 follows the for government and convenient location. “Whether you want to passing of 20 urgent business practices to know the latest updates amendments in NSW change. “COVID-19 is a once-inon restrictions, cost of Parliament earlier in the

a-century crisis and these vital changes are needed to stop the spread and save lives,” Mr Crouch said. “There is a total of 20 amendments that provide more powers for police, more flexibility in the health system, reduced restrictions for supermarket operations and relaxed planning laws. “The government’s $2.3B Stimulus Package will also help to protect jobs and protect the community through extra health spending, tax cuts and additional cleaning of public infrastructure. The emergency measures include: empowering police to take immediate action on suspected breaches of COVID-19 public health orders; more flexibility for NSW Health to use private health facilities when urgently required to better manage the flu season and COVID-19; reducing the number

of people required to physically attend court; allowing potential conditional release of vulnerable, low-risk offenders if the COVID-19 threat increases; changes to planning laws that ensure any development that protects community health, welfare and safety can proceed without normal approvals; allowing supermarkets to stock their shelves around the clock and remain open through the Easter long weekend and ANZAC Day; allowing councils to hold meetings electronically, rather than physically; and extending the renewal date of Working With Children Check (WWCC) clearances that are due to expire in the next six months. Source: Media release, Mar 25 Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch Media release, Mar 26 NSW Premier, Gladys Berejiklian

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Work on dredging of The Entrance Channel is underway

From page 1 “To expect within four weeks of that announcement for dredging of The Entrance Channel to occur is simply reckless. “The necessary surveys are key phases of the project, acknowledged by the NSW Government as part of the approval of the grant. “The knock-on effects of haphazardly dredging the channel can have unforeseen consequences to other areas,” Mayor Matthews said. She said work on the

dredging program was well underway and in the past few weeks there has been an aerial survey of the sand spit and coastline using drone and laser technology as well as an underwater survey of the channel bed. “Whilst the program of work is underway, there needs to be a permanent solution to this ongoing problem, one that is based on the advice of technical experts, not politics,” the Mayor said. “In February, 2019, the State Government made an election commitment of $200,000 to establish an expert panel to look

at the Tuggerah Lakes waterway and flow. “More than 12 months on and we are still waiting for that expert panel to be established. “As Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Mr Crouch should be focused on working with the state government to establish the expert panel, if he’s truly committed to fixing this issue. “We want to deliver the best outcomes for the whole of the community, without the politics, and this requires expertise, strategic thinking and

long-term planning. “As a state asset, we want to continue to work closely with the State Government on a longterm solution,” the Mayor said. At a February press conference with the Water Minister at The Entrance, Crouch said Minister for Energy and Environment, Matt Kean, was “working through the process of appointing that expert panel and we’ll have that announcement this year. “The recent flooding of Tuggerah lakes showed that thousands of people were relying on council to

protect their homes and businesses. “It has been about 18 months since The Entrance Channel was last dredged. “Council has received $200,000 in 2015, $225,000 in 2018 and $600,000 in 2020 through the NSW Government’s Rescuing Our Waterways program to dredge The Entrance Channel. “Our community expects dredging work to commence immediately,” Crouch said. Meanwhile, a meeting between high level government officials

to specifically discuss The Entrance Channel was called off on March 16 as a precautionary measure because of the coronavirus situation. The meeting was to be a follow through from a council resolution in December, but there is no firm decision when the meeting will be reconvened. Source: Media release, Mar 19 Central Coast Mayor, Lisa Matthews. Media release, Mar 17 Parliamentary Secretary for Central Coast & Terrigal MP, Adam Crouch Reporter: Sue Murray

Community Environment Network Health Crisis? The recent outbreak of the Covid-19 (Coronavirus) has forced authorities to take measures to practice selfisolation and physical distancing. So hence CEN has had to cancel its upcoming events, that engage us with our natural environment and each other through our numerous programs. As well as being a human health crisis this is also an environmental health crisis. Let me explain. Our natural environment has evolved to be the only planet in our universe, where our oceans and forests provide us with the oxygen to breathe, sustain us with fresh water and nurture us with the foods we eat from trees and plants and in effect regenerating populations. Several researchers today think that it is humanity’s destruction of our biodiversity that has created the conditions for new viruses and diseases such as Covid-19. Hence there is a call world-wide, for an overhaul of current approaches to urban planning and development, that is cancerous in its approach to unsustainable development and out of balance with the natural environment. Sustainable development is essential if we are to keep our biodiverse wetlands and native forests across the Central Coast and beyond intact and in equilibrium to provide us with the clean air, fresh water and clean soils, plants/ trees to sustain us. The United Nations, Environment executive director Ms Inger Andersen, in a recent article in the Guardian newspaper titled, ‘Coronavirus, Nature is Sending Us a Message’ is quoted as saying. “There are too many pressures at the same time on our natural systems and something has to give. We are intimately interconnected with nature, whether we like it or not. If we don’t take care of nature, we can’t take care of ourselves. And as we hurtle towards a population of 10 billion people on this planet, we need to go into this future armed with nature as our strongest ally.” On the Central Coast we are privileged enough to have, in our back and front yards the beaches, lakes and wetlands, native forests and parklands, all essential to human health and well-being. Once the physical distancing and crisis passes, which it will, it is important we reconnect with one another and our natural environment. Recognising the role nature plays in our lives and doing all that we can to protect her from unsustainable cancerous development. CEN regularly holds planning submission workshops for ecologically sustainable development. Educating our community in ways to reconnect with nature through our Waterwatch, Habitat for Wildlife and Land for Wildlife programs. Visit our Marine Discovery Centre, plant native trees by supporting our native/wild plant nursery. Most importantly build the resilience of our future leaders in practising regeneration through our Youth. Encouraging and supporting them to be involved with our CEN Youth program, related events and initiatives. We are all in this together. Hale Adasal CEN Chairwoman

“IT’S THE LEVEL OF THE LAKES NOT FLOW THAT DETERMINES FLOODING, BUSINESS ACTIVITY AND TOURISM OPPORTUNITIES AROUND TUGGERAH LAKES” For example; a very high level means flooding, while a very low level means muck and smell. Good management of lake levels should mean that we have less flooding. The lake usually operates at a level of 200 to 300 mm (AHD). Flooding occurs in some areas when the level goes over 900 mm as measured at Long Jetty. Smell may occur when the level falls to below 200 mm. When the lake is slightly higher, say 600 mm the lake looks cleaner in some areas as the weed and wrack is usually blown onto the surrounding wetlands and salt marsh where

it decomposes without any smell. Increasing saltmarsh and wetlands around the lakes would assist this process. CEN proposes a daily lake level and condition report in the media to communicate; the water level, wind and wave forecast and where is best for recreation and enjoyment. Lastly, winter is the best time to get great views and photos of sunsets on the lake, if you take one please send to CEN/Friends of Tuggerah Lakes and we will share on Facebook. John Asquith, CEN Dep Chair

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Waste management facilities closed to the public K

incumber waste management facility will be closed until further notice as Central Coast Council makes changes in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Buttonderry and Woy Woy waste management facilities are also closed to the public but remain open for waste collected only be essential waste vehicles which include council’s household waste collection contractor, commercial waste collection contractors and small

business. Council’s existing household waste collection service, the three bins and bulk kerbside service, will continue as usual. Normal bulk kerbside booking and limits on material apply. Residents can also store non-decaying waste material onsite until the current restrictions end, or they can use a commercial waste collection or skip bin service to dispose of additional waste. Source: Media release, Mar 29 Central Coast Council

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he National Cabinet has moved to adopt stricter social distancing guidelines, taking the limit on gatherings down from 10 people to just two. Prime Minister, Scott Morrison, announced the drastic new measures during his March 29 press conference, telling the nation that the Cabinet was taking action to slow the spread of COVID-19 and save lives and livelihoods. “We will be living with this virus for at least six months, so social distancing measures to slow this virus down must be sustainable for at least that long to protect Australian lives and help Australia to keep functioning,” the Prime Minister said. “Our public health measures are taking effect, with over 211,000 tests undertaken and

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3,966 confirmed cases in Australia (as of March 29). “The rate of increase in the virus curve is slowing, but overall numbers are still increasing,” he added. Exceptions to the two person gathering limit include: people living in the same household going out together; funerals – maximum of 10 people with strict social

distancing to be adhered to; weddings – maximum of five people with strict social distancing to be adhered to; and family units. Following his announcement, the Prime Minister noted that the new two person limit was not legally binding and that it was up to the individual states and territories to adopt

measures to make it enforceable. The NSW Government has since moved to empower the NSW Police Force to make the measure enforceable with on the spot fines of up to $11,000, or even jail time, applying for those who don’t comply or to those who leave the home for a non-essential reason. NSW Health Minister, Brad Hazzard, confirmed that the following examples were deemed suitable reasons for leaving the home: obtaining food, medicine, other goods or services; Travelling for work or education if the person cannot do it at home; travelling to seek medical care or for caring reasons; and for exercise. Source: Media statement, Mar 29 Scott Morrison, Australian Government Press conference, Mar 30 Gladys Berejiklian, NSW Government Document, Mar 30 NSW Government Gazette Number 65 Reporter: Dilon Luke

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n its latest stimulus package, the Federal Government will put $130B into an historic wage subsidy to keep about six million workers on the job. The JobKeeper payment will provide a flat payment of $1,500 per fortnight through employers, before tax. “This will help keep people in jobs as businesses tackle the

significant economic impact from the coronavirus,” the Prime Minister, Scott Morrison, said when he announced the latest stimulus package on March 30. The JobKeeper payment will be open to eligible businesses that receive a significant financial hit of 30% or more, caused by the coronavirus, and Federal Treasurer, Josh Frydenberg, said it was aimed at keeping the employer and employee

connected while businesses went into hibernation. The Prime Minister also announced that over the next six months the government was temporarily expanding access to the income support payment and establishing a coronavirus supplement of $550 per fortnight. “Formerly known as Newstart, the JobSeeker Payment is subject to a partner income test

but that will now be temporarily relaxed to ensure that eligible persons can receive the payment providing their partner earns less than $3,068 per fortnight, around $79,762 per annum. “The personal income test for individuals on JobSeeker Payment will still apply.” The Prime Minister said the JobKeeper Payment and changes to the JobSeeker

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Payment would bring the government’s total economic support for the economy to $320B or 16.4 percent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Previous coronavirus economic stimulus packages will benefit thousands of new and existing Centrelink recipients and small businesses on the Central Coast. The second package announced on March 22 included: support for households including casuals, sole-traders, retirees and those on income support; assistance for businesses to keep people in a job; and regulatory protection and financial support for businesses to stay in business. Prime Minister, Scott Morrison, said the government was acting to “cushion the blow from the coronavirus for businesses and households to help them get through to the other side of the crisis”. Treasurer, Josh Frydenberg, said the government was taking “unprecedented action” to strengthen the safety net available to Australians who are stood down or lose their jobs and increasing support for small businesses that do it tough over the next six months. “These measures build significantly on what we have already announced,” he said. “These extraordinary times demand extraordinary measures.” New and existing recipients of JobSeeker Payment, Youth Allowance jobseeker, Parenting Payment, Farm Household Allowance and Special Benefit will receive a supplement of $550 per fortnight on top of their regular fortnightly payment for six months. In addition to a one off $750 stimulus payment announced on March 12 to be paid after March 31, a further one off $750 will be paid to social security and veteran income support recipients and eligible concession card holders, except for those who are receiving an income support payment that is eligible to receive the coronavirus supplement.

The second payment will be made automatically after July 13 to around 5 million people, around half of whom are pensioners. The government will allow individuals in financial stress as a result of the coronavirus to access up to $10,000 of their superannuation in 2019-20 and a further $10,000 in 2020-21. They will not need to pay tax on these funds. The government will also temporarily reduce superannuation minimum drawdown rates by 50 percent for 2019-20 and 2020-21 to provide retirees with more flexibility as to how they manage their superannuation assets. Deeming rates will be reduced by a further 0.25 percentage points to reflect the latest rate reductions by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA). As of May 1, 2020, the lower deeming rate will be 0.25 percent and the upper deeming rate will be 2.25 percent. This will benefit around 900,000 income support recipients, including Age Pensioners. The government has also outlined a range of measures to help small businesses and notfor-profits (including charities) which employ people, including up to $100,000 for those eligible and a minimum payment of $20,000, based on the number of employees and their PAYG amounts. The Coronavirus SME Guarantee Scheme will support small and medium enterprises to get access to working capital to help them get through the impact of the coronavirus. There will be a temporary increase of the threshold at which creditors can issue a statutory demand on a company and the time companies must respond to statutory demands they receive. There will be an increase of up to 5,000 staff for Services Australia to assist in delivery of these initiatives. Source: Media release, Mar 30 Prime Minister & Treasurer Prime Minister’s address, Mar 24

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Newcastle Permanent has announced additional relief measures

ewcastle Permanent has announced additional relief measures for customers through the COVID-19 pandemic, supporting small businesses and personal banking customers. Chief Executive, Bernadette Inglis, said she recognised that Newcastle Permanent customers were seeking support during this challenging time. “Last week we announced our offer for home lending and small business customers to request a pause in loan repayments for up to six months and have had a significant response in requests for this assistance,” Inglis said. “In response to the rapidly changing financial landscape, our customers

tatement from Member for Wyong, David Harris, on “Drug summit to tackle the issue of drug use on the Central Coast”, published in Wyong Regional Chronicle 185 on March 18:

Labor MP’s take the issue of illicit drug misuse on the Central Coast very seriously and we support any initiative which is linked to scientific and clinical evidentiary process. I refer to the page 4 story: “Drug summit to tackle the issue of drug use on the Central Coast”. The story quoted Wayne Hodges saying that the Members for Wyong, The Entrance and Swansea were confirmed as attendees at a Drug Summit to be

are clearly in need, so we are expanding our relief package to support more small business and personal banking customers. “Our expanded measures are designed to help our small business customers adjust their cash flow through this challenging period and help them prepare for recovery. “Interest rate reductions on variable business loans and fixed home loans and a fast track process for overdraft limit increase requests up to $50,000 for existing overdraft customers are among a range of measures being offered to provide some relief,” Inglis said. “As a proud member of the community for 117 years, we hope these measures can offer relief and hope to our customers who feel the financial strain of the held at Wyong. Unfortunately, upon checking, all three MPs confirmed that we did not receive an invitation to the event and that we would not be in attendance. The stated date, being March 25, would have been impossible for us to attend given that it is a Parliamentary Sitting Day in Sydney. It is important to note that we have no information on the proposed drug summit and in no way endorse either the event or the people behind the event. Labor MPs will continue to work with reputable health organisations and law enforcement to explore ways to combat the negative effects of illicit drugs on our communities.

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ouncil has voted to defer public comment on a draft Economic Development Strategy. Mayor Lisa Matthews said it was crucial that the community have its say on both the Local Strategic Planning Statement (see separate story) and the Economic Development Strategy. “We are in the middle of a significant pandemic, and both of these documents will shape the future of our region,” she said. “We also don’t yet know

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what the outcomes will be for the local economy and we will continue to monitor the needs of our business community and adapt to the challenges which emerge.” The economic development strategy is a 20-year plan to drive the creation of jobs for residents and stimulate the overall economy. The region has been operating without an overarching strategy to prioritise actions and align the efforts of the multitude of stakeholders involved. In December, 2018, Council engaged a

wide range of external stakeholders to assist in developing the Coast’s first Economic Development Strategy. Consultation and collaboration was broad, including key stakeholders within the greater region and residents. Feedback received during the consultation phase formed the basis of the strategy and provided clear direction on where the Central Coast should steer its local economy. The report noted that unemployment rates were higher than State and National

averages, specifically, youth and senior citizen unemployment and underemployment rates were high due to inadequate experience, skills/qualifications, or transport options. Job growth had not kept pace with the increase in the population over the past 20 years. The report said that as a result, a sizeable proportion of the local labour force commuted to work outside of the local government area on a daily basis to Sydney, Newcastle, and beyond. “This also means the loss of spin-

off employment opportunities that would normally occur due to the multiplier effect, affecting a wide range of service sectors,” the report stated. “As economic development services are provided by several different agencies, a more coordinated approach is required to create synergies and better outcomes for Central Coast businesses and residents. “The nature of employment is changing rapidly. “Education and training will need to meet future

demands of these emerging sectors for the Central Coast region to thrive.” By 2040, the Central Coast will welcome nearly 88,000 new residents, grow the economy by over $21B and create more than 72,000 new jobs. The draft was ready for public exhibition but was deferred at the March 23 extraordinary meeting. Source: Extraordinary Meeting, Mar 23 Agenda item 3.2 Central Coast Council Reporter: Merilyn Vale

Tender process underway for an After Hours Call Centre Service

entral Coast Council will start the tender process for an After Hours Call Centre Service, deciding it was a much cheaper option than to bring the service in-house.

arrangement costs about $350,000 a year, with the after-hours service provided by one supplier on a month to month basis. The cost of bringing that service in-house was estimated at $1.34M. Cr Kyle MacGregor said he didn’t believe it would cost that much and pushed for council to start the process to bring

it in-house. But he didn’t get the numbers. The Liberal and independent councillors voted instead to take the cheaper option as recommended in the report from staff. They won the vote nine against the six ALP councillors. The report stated that

the service received a an external provider. small number of calls It concluded that there 6,300 per year or 17 calls was little additional per day. benefit to the community. Of the 17, an average The report into the of 12 were escalated current arrangements to council staff on after and model review hours duty. remained confidential. ADVERTISEMENT It said bringing the The matter first came service in-house did not to the council two years provide best value for ago. money based on the per At that time, Cr interaction cost of ADVERTISEMENT $214 MacGregor talked about in-house versus $55 from

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Council elections postponed for 12 months

he NSW Government has postponed the September Central Coast Council elections for 12 months in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.

Central Coast Mayor, Lisa Matthews, said that considering the current environment, it was a sensible decision by the Minister to postpone the elections. “The focus for government and the community right now is getting through this

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pandemic and putting in place the necessary measures to keep our community safe,” Mayor Matthews said. “The decision to postpone local government elections provides stability for our community in the face of adversity.” This decision follows the NSW Parliament voting to amend the Local Government Act to give Minister for Local Government, Shelley Hancock, the power to postpone council elections. The amendment, COVID-19 Legislation

Amendment (Emergency Measures) Bill 2020, also gives the Minister the power to call a possible further extension to December 31, 2021. The Bill includes a broad range of amendments to existing laws to help combat the spread of the virus. It amends the Local Government Act to allow councils to hold official meetings electronically instead of physically. In a media release on March 25, the Minister said: “This decision provides certainty for local councils, communities and election candidates”.

Central Coast Mayor, Lisa Matthews, will hold her position until 2021 under the postponement of the council election. The Minister said current councillors will continue to hold their civic offices until the rescheduled local government elections are held. Councillor Chris Holstein said “at any election, the transition period and getting new councilors up to speed will be extension for themselves and, in turn, the organisation. “The current council’s continuation in this current situation allows continuity for staff and

one less challenge for them in these challenging circumstances,” he said. “With four to five councillors indicating that they are not standing at the next election would mean that that challenge will not be there. “The extension still needs commitment from all current councillors, restanding or not, to continue in fulfilling their duties to support the community and staff operations. “The current crisis may also allow some to reflect on the priorities in this region and show a greater unity, rather than political or self-interest,”

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Cr Holstein said. The postponement of the September 2020 elections will not change the future schedule of council elections, and the subsequent elections will still proceed in September 2024. Councillors Troy Marquart and Richard Mehrtens were invited to comment but did not respond in time for publication. Source: Media statements, Mar 27 Central Coast Mayor, Lisa Matthews Councillor Chris Holstein Website, Mar 25 Central Coast Council Watch

Coast has officially reached 91 confirmed COVID-19 cases

he Central Coast’s COVID-19 situation has developed rapidly since our last edition.

In Wyong Regional Chronicle edition 185, we reported the Coast had its first two confirmed cases of Coronavirus, but the region’s cases have exploded since then. According to the latest data from NSW Health,

as of 8pm, March 30, the Coast officially reached 91 confirmed cases with 3760 tests undertaken, putting it in third for confirmed cases per 100,000 residents in the state, behind South Eastern Sydney and Northern Sydney. In the past fortnight, the Coast has watched its cases spike, with NSW Health’s March 27 data indicating 21 new cases were confirmed over the

weekend of March 28-29 alone. It’s not all dire news though, as only two of our 91 cases required hospitalisation for treatment thus far. We’ve also had seven cases confirmed as recovered by the Central Coast Local Health District as of March 30 and it’s believed that the number will rise as ongoing checkins with confirmed cases

in home isolation continue, meaning there’s likely to be a drop between active cases and confirmed ones over the coming weeks. Importantly, while there have been eight deaths from COVID-19 in the State, the Coast has retained a zero mortality rate from the virus. Overseas acquired remains the highest most likely source of infection for all of NSW, with 1293 of

the state’s 2032 confirmed cases linked to travel. Contact of a confirmed case or virus cluster is the second highest most likely source of infection at 418 cases. According to NSW Health, there are no active virus clusters in the Central Coast LGA and advice about maintaining strict social distancing and stringent hygiene remains residents’ best chance at

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Local commercial fishing operators struggling to stay afloat

ommercial fishing operators working Central Coast waters say they are struggling to stay viable in the wake of the State Government reforms to the industry. Wild Caught Fishers Coalition Secretary, Mary Howard, said mesh fishers were suffering through a restriction on the number of days they could work. “They are trying to cope with working on limited days and they have to balance that with weather conditions and species movement,” she said. “It doesn’t always work out comfortably and affects their ability to actually be viable. “The ability to transfer quotas across the state for mud crab fishers, for example, was meant to make the industry more viable, but it has had the opposite effect. “As a result of the reforms, mesh fishers can now keep mud crabs caught in their nets, whereas previously they couldn’t, and this is impacting crab fishers. “Changes to the shares system for prawn trawl fishers means that they have had to buy more shares to keep their business going. “These moves have forced many fishermen out of the industry and put others in additional debt. “It has impacted many families on the Central Coast and elsewhere,”

Howard said. Allan Reed of Berkeley Vale has been commercial fishing for 41 years, and his father, Allan, for 63 years. “I’m a full time fisherman, always have been – prawns, crabs, meshing – the ocean, Tuggerah Lakes and the Hawkesbury River – but now I’m limited by days and quotas. “I started off with one boat, now I’ve got five, and over the years probably put a million dollars into the business,” he said. “Instead of working 365 days a year like we used to, now we can only work 93.8 days, to be exact, unless we buy more shares. “I had to buy more shares and spent $27,500 just to be able to do what I’d already been doing all my life. “The last shares I bought allowed me to work 180 odd days for the year for meshing, so I’ve got to pick my days now. “My father has the normal 125 shares and now he’s only allowed to fish 93.8 days a year because he’s not in a position to buy more shares. “I don’t know how many fishermen in NSW had to get loans to buy shares but probably quite a few, and the government said there wouldn’t be any fishermen who’d have to buy their job back. “It’s the biggest lie ever,” Allan said. “And you tell me one

industry that is on limited days a year – there’s none. “And let’s talk occupational health and safety. “When I log in with the Fisheries to say I’m going fishing, to make it viable, I’ve got to work like mad for the full 24 hours so I don’t waste that day. “If you don’t catch fish in that 24 hours then that’s one day lost – and that’s just bad luck - is exactly what the Fisheries say to us. “Truckies aren’t allowed to work like that so why are we?” “I forgot to log in at the boat ramp one day and remembered half an hour out, and Fisheries were right there at the ramp when I got back and fined me $200. “I told them I had 100 days left in my year and 115 in my quota, but they didn’t care. “It’s a joke,” Allan said. He said that to work out the quotas, an average is calculated from all the daily catches from NSW fishermen who hold a licence. “This is supposed to be so it is shared out equally, but what happened was that some guys who don’t work all the time got my share and my day, and then there’s the people who have a licence and don’t even fish. “You tell me why a chiropractor wants a fishing licence? “Some of the licence holders lease them out for a big price. “It is a very corrupt

business,” Allan said. Commercial fishermen from across the Central Coast voiced their concerns at a meeting in Woy Woy on March 13 with Shadow Minister for Primary Industries, Jenny Aitchison, and The Entrance MP, David Mehan. Mehan said the botched roll-out of the commercial fishing reforms had destroyed local fishing businesses. “Many local family run businesses have gone to the wall, with impacts flowing on to other industries up and down the Coast," he said. “Shadow Minister Aitchison questioned how commercial fishers could have any trust in the National’s Agriculture Minister, Adam Marshall. “The Minister has no idea of the challenges being faced by commercial fishers and his Commercial Fishing Advisory Council didn’t even meet for nearly a year after he was appointed to the role. “The Minister has plunged the sector into yet another round of reforms, he was late in providing any financial assistance to the sector, and he has refused to release the Barclay report. “This Minister knows nothing about how the commercial fishing industry works, and he just doesn’t care”, Aitchison said. “Recent announcements impacting commercial

fishers were a slap in the face for the industry and showed how out of touch the government was with its day to day challenges. “In the meeting with fishers, it emerged that they and many of their industry colleagues are struggling to stay afloat,” she said. Aitchison said the government announcement that it would waive the second instalment of commercial fishing management fees came far too late. “It came nearly a week after the payment deadline and a month after the Labor Opposition called for the waiver, without any provision for refunds to provide cashflow assistance for those who had paid,” she said. “The second announcement was for a review process to seek feedback on commercial fishing regulations with a view to imposing more changes on the industry, under the guise of removing redundant and inefficient regulations. “Commercial fishers continue to be severely impacted by the NSW Government’s disastrous Business Adjustment Program reforms implemented in May, 2016. “The long-promised review of the socioeconomic impacts of the program – the Barclay Review – was due in December, 2019, but still has not been released. “They must release the Review before they

embark on yet another round of changes.” Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch, said the NSW Government had implemented essential reform in the commercial fishing industry to ensure that fish resources could be effectively managed, as well as having a viable and sustainable fishing industry into the future. “By linking commercial fishery shares to catch or effort, these reforms have actually given meaning and value to the shares,” he said. “During the course of reforms, fishers were given a number of choices, including to consolidate, sell or expand. “If fishers wanted to sell their shares, they were able to do so and receive a $20,000 payment,” he said. “For some, this was their retirement fund after years of waiting for the reforms to come. “The NSW Government is also providing over $1 million in fee relief for fishers impacted by the recent drought, fires and flooding,” Crouch said. Source: Interview, Mar 30 Commercial fisher Allan Reed Interview, Mar 19 Secretary, Wild Caught Fishers Coalition, Mary Howard. Media release, Mar 13 Shadow Minister for Primary Industries, Jenny Aitchison. Media statement, Mar 25 Parliamentary Secretary for Central Coast, Adam Crouch. Reporter: Sue Murray

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Major supermarkets undertake mass hirings

oles and Woolworths have both announced that mass hirings are taking place as the two supermarket giants battle to keep up with demand.

On March 27, Woolworths unveiled its plans to put 20,000 new hires into roles across its supermarkets, e-commerce, supply chains and drink businesses, with an estimated 5,700 of those jobs in NSW. Coles has already recruited more than 7,000 people (2,000 in NSW) since it announced it would be hiring 5,000 new supermarket workers nationally last fortnight, and has also announced that they’ll be recruiting

Central Coast COVID-19 Task Force has been established to help local business through this volatile time. Business NSW, Central Coast Council, Central Coast Industry Connect, Central Coast Food Alliance and Regional Development Australia (Central Coast) have joined forces to assess the economic impact of COVID-19 to the Central Coast economy and

another 5,000 people. Coles CEO, Steven Cain, said Coles was delighted with the response to the recruitment callout and will continue to work with other major employers and unions to find job opportunities for businesses that were recently forced to reduce team numbers. “Coles is doing everything we can to support jobs and the economy through this challenging time, while also ensuring we can provide groceries for all Australians,” he said. “We have been overwhelmed with the number of applications received from across different industries. “To ensure we could act quickly, we streamlined our recruitment

processes and assigned a dedicated team to fast track applications sent by corporate partners like Australian Venue Company and Virgin Australia. “We have seen a lot of demand for roles, and where we have positions available, we are making sure that we can get people into them as quickly as possible. Woolworths Group CEO, Brad Banducci, said this was an uncertain time for all Australians and that Woolworths had an important role to play in keeping Australians employed during this crisis. “Our top priority, as we continue delivering an essential service to the community, is upholding customer and team

safety through clear social distancing rules and elevated hygiene standards. “As we do this, we will have more hours for existing team members and additional roles to fill as we focus on meeting the needs of our customers and communities. “These new roles will not only help us better serve the increase in demand we’re seeing in stores right now, but also allow us to scale up home delivery operations in the months ahead. “Our immediate hiring focus is the redeployment of our ALH team members impacted by this week’s mandatory hotel closures. “We have already placed around 3,000 of

those impacted into new roles across BWS, Dan Murphy’s and Woolworths Supermarkets and will continue to take expressions of interest. “We’re also preparing to offer up to 5,000 shortterm roles to Qantas Group employees taking leave without pay, including more than 1,500 in our distribution centres,” Banducci said. It’s understood that the Woolworths Group is standing up similar streamlined application processes with the likes of Village Entertainment, Michael Hill Jewellers, Cotton On, Accor and Super Retail Group, and expects to make thousands of shortterm roles available to employees from these businesses.

“We’re working with a number of customerfocused businesses impacted by recent government measures to stop the spread of COVID-19. “We’re hopeful these businesses will bounce back strongly once this crisis passes, and we want to do our bit to help them and their people get through the short-term challenge. “We’re confident the strong service skills and work ethic of candidates from these businesses will be highly transferable to Woolworths,” Banducci said. Source: Press releases, Mar 27-28 Woolworths Group Media Coles Group Media Reporter: Dilon Luke

Central Coast COVID-19 Task Force established to help local business respond with initiatives aimed at stimulating business investment, maintaining jobs and helping businesses withstand the effects of the pandemic. “Our business community is made up of small to large businesses across varied sectors, and has its own unique issues and impacts that need to be considered,” said Council’s Chief Executive Officer, Gary Murphy. “We are throwing the

full weight of council’s economic development team to this central Task Force, so we are collectively armed with the right information about the economic shocks to local businesses and can develop customised initiatives and support to help keep our local economy going. "The first priority for the task force is to help local business understand how to get through the pandemic and develop projects that stimulate local jobs."

A Central Coast COVID-19 Information Portal (centralcoasteconomy. com.au) has been set up and businesses are encouraged to go online to see what relevant information and support is available to them, and they are invited to submit questions. Regional Director, Central Coast Business NSW, Paula Martin, said local business owners were confused, scared and unsure of what the next six months has in

store for them. “Each member of the task force is bringing to the table their collective knowledge, support and connections. “By working together, we can address current challenges and the opportunities at a much faster pace,” Martin said. “With the impacts of this pandemic changing on a daily basis, providing one place for businesses to go to get information that can help them locally will reduce confusion and

anxiety.” Central Coast COVID-19 Information Portal is now live at centralcoasteconomy. com.au Central Coast Council has also developed a Community and Business Support Package and announced a range of new measures to help local businesses and the community through the COVID-19 crisis. Source: Media release, Mar 31 Central Coast Council

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Other Regional News - In brief

Wyong Regional Chronicle focuses on news specifically relating to post code areas 2258, 2259, 2261, 2262, & 2263. Given the arrival of new Central Coast Council, following is a summary of news articles

published in the most recent edition of each of our sister Central Coast publications. The full articles and more, as well as all previously published editions, can be seen on line on our website

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www.CentralCoastNews.net Copies of these other publications may be obtained from our offices in Gosford, by subscription, or from a myriad of locations in the areas covered by each publication.

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Beachgoer increase sees 52 rescues at Umina Beach

Fishing operators say they struggle to stay viable

Early end to patrols, but beaches remain open

Umina Surf Lifesaving Club conducted 52 rescues over the weekend of March 21 and 22, when terrible surf, several rips, warm weather and Sydney beach closures saw an increase of

Commercial fishing operators working in the waters off Patonga say they are struggling to stay viable in the wake of the State Government reforms to the industry.

Surf Life Saving Central Coast and Central Coast Council have decided to call an early end to beach patrols, effective immediately.

Peninsula fuel 50 per cent higher with crude price drop

‘Resilience plan writes itself’ as needs arise

‘Character statement’ may be developed for Council ward

Fuel prices on the Peninsula were more than 50 per cent higher that prices at Tuggerah during a recent price drop in crude oil prices.

The Community Resilience Plan for the Bouddi Peninsula area is virtually writing itself as the community has recently faced bushfires, storms, floods, extended power outages and now the

Central Coast Council will include “character statements” for each ward if it is successful in its request for a 12-month deferral of Central Coast Council’s Draft Local Strategic Planning Statement.

Leisure centre and theatre close as council cuts services

New York trip turns into a nightmare

Rotary president returns to home confinement

Beachgoer increase sees 52 rescues at Umina Beach

The Peninsula Leisure Centre, For Michelle Kinnane of Pearl After the adventurous freedom of Peninsula Community Centre, the Beach, a trip to visit her new 18 days travelling and trout fishing Peninsula Theatre, and council grandson in New York turned into in New Zealand, Woy Woy Rotary libraries and halls have been a nightmare. Club president practices. Mr Don Tee and wife Umina Surf Lifesaving Club Scahill said: “It was a very difficult we had the coverage we needed,” the end of last week. weekend Council for members, particularly Mr Scahill said. Mr ScahillSue admitted the sudden “It isto a little concerning closed Central have returned home soil and andI conductedas 52 rescues overCoast He said so much strain was cessation of patrols while the would definitely advise not to go the weekend of March 21 and as beachgoers were spread out winds up facilities it deems nonstraight into lock down at home. 22, when terrible surf, several and not swimming between the placed on patrollers that the beach remained open had him swimming for the time being,” he flags.

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“They are trying to cope with Commercial fishing operators working in the working on limited days and they have to balance that with waters off Patonga say they are struggling to stay viable weather conditions and species movement,” she said. YOUR REAL LOCAL NEWS in INDEPENDENT the wake ofWEEKLY the State “It doesn’t always work out Government reforms to the comfortably and affects their ability industry. to actually be viable.

crab fishers. “Changes to the shares system for prawn trawl fishers means they have had to buy more shares to keep their business going. ISSUE 235 “These moves have forced many fishermen out of the industry and put others in additional debt. They met in Woy Woy last week “The ability code to transfer quotas 2250, “It has impacted families news relating to post areas 2251 & many 2260 withspecifically Shadow Minister for Primary across the state for mud crab on the Central Coast and Industries Ms Jenny Aitchison fishers was meant to make the elsewhere,” Ms Howard said. and Member for Gosford Ms Liesl industry more viable but has had Mr Dane Van Der Neut has been Tesch. the opposite effect. fishing the waters off Patonga in Wild Caught Fishers Coalition “As a result of the reforms, mesh Broken Bay and the Hawkesbury secretary Ms Mary Howard said fishers can now keep crabs caught River for the past 12 years. mesh fishers were suffering in their nets, whereas previously through a restriction on the number they couldn’t and this is impacting Continued Page 8 of days they could work.

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38 confirmed COVID-19 cases

Second economic support package announced

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Pubs and clubs closures leave hundreds out of work

The Central Coast Local Health The Federal Government’s second Hundreds of hospitality workers As Prime Minister Scott are allwithout District (CCLHD) has advised economic support package, on the Central Coast Morrison urged Australians THIS ISSUE contains 48 articles - Read more news items for this issue at www.peninsulanews.info abroad to head for home, closed that cases of COVID-19 on the announced on March 22, has been jobs, as clubs and Centralhotels Coast residents all Office: Level 2, 86-88 Mann St, Gosford - Phone: 4325 7369 - Mail: PO Box 1056, Gosford 2250 - E-mail: editorial@centralcoastnews.net - Website: www.coastcommunitynews.com.au globe were faced onthe March 23, Coast have more than doubled applauded by the Central Coast down at noon over with cutting holidays short See page 8 since Monday with 38 cases now business community. following a directive from Prime News on March confirmed for the region. Minister, Scott Morrison, Council announces more closures

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Central Coast Council has announced more closures as the coronavirus pandemic continues The Central Coast Local may not be as alarming as it to spread. Health District (CCLHD) has might first seem. Nevertheless, advised that cases of COVID-19 on the Coast have more than doubled since Monday with 38 cases now confirmed for the region.

CCLHD has announced that it will reprioritise all surgery appointments to create more capacity in intensive care units in anticipation of an increase demand in relation to the Coronavirus. Hospitals will also be conducting outpatient clinic appointments over the phone or by video where possible, to reduce close contact. CCLHD Chief Executive, Dr Andrew Montague, stressed that there would be no impact to emergency and trauma patients, as well as urgent surgery cases and said District

More details of the shutdown

Of the 38 cases, five people have recovered and are no longer in isolation, while all others are being monitored at home in isolation, with no cases currently requiring hospitalisation. While the number of cases is accelerating, so too are the number of tests being taken, and so this pattern

Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks, has issued a reminder to Central Coast residents of the latest steps announced by Prime Minister, Scott Morrison, on and before March 25, to help combat

Workers and businesses on the Central Coast are now able to access a range of advice and staff will communicate directly Of the confirmed cases 16 are support on aboutnonhealth with affected patients in intensive carerelated with 10 rescheduling where necessary. requiring ventilators. COVID-19 enquiriesThevia the Service The full release from Central state also has its first four Coast Health is available oncentre our confirmed cases88. in children NSW contact 13 77 website. Across the state, 190 new COVID-19 cases were confirmed as of 8pm on Wednesday by NSW Health, bringing NSW’s total number of confirmed cases up to 1,219, with over 72,780 cases tested and excluded from the total. Overseas travel remains the highest source of the infection with 647 of the state’s cases confirmed as being acquired overseas.

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Council calls on and girl, Federal a 2-year-old-girl and a 7-year-old girl all confirmed as State Governments for direct having the virus. The increase in confirmed economic cases stimulus comes as the NSW Governmentwill commenced Central Coast Council call on tougher lockdown protocols on the Federal and State Governments Monday, March 23, including the closure of all pubs, clubs, to direct economic stimulus restaurants, food courts and public meeting venues. packages to localother government in The new protocols included a response to the global COVID-19 pandemic.

Major queues formed at Centrelink branches all over the fishing operators Coast on MarchCommercial 24,across as thethose working Central recommendation that all Coast are struggling to stay whose are already afloat in theimpacted wake of the people stay atjobs home unless they need to do otherwise. A State's reform to the industry. by shutdowns raced to apply for ban on all overseas travel, a See page 10 ban on realentitlements. estate auctions and their inspections, restrictions on the number of guests at weddings and sadly, a limit of 10 mourners at all funerals. There is also now a ban on extended family barbeques and other gatherings. On Thursday, NSW Premier, Gladys Berejiklian, said new powers had been given to the police to enforce these restrictions.

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Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks, said the plan aimed to “cushion the economic impact of the coronavirus and help

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Funding eligibility claims refuted by Auditor-General I

t takes some chutzpah for Lucy Wicks to reiterate Scott Morrison's lie, that every project funded by the CSI program was eligible for funding (edition 183), when the Auditor-General has specifically said that 43 per cent of grants were to ineligible clubs. In this, as in other affairs, the Government's policy seems to be just "deny and keep on denying, no matter what the evidence is”. But this won't make the sports-rort stench go away, and Wicks should take some care in associating herself with wholehearted defence of the patently biased decisions that were

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made. The pathetic attempt to make out that protestors want to deny sportswomen adequate facilities when the exact opposite is, of course, the case, indicates the desperation with which the Government is trying to cover up this fiasco. Only the feebleminded could imagine that former Minister Bridget McKenzie, who has been made the scapegoat in the affair, initiated

the notorious coloured spreadsheets that provide such damning evidence of wrongdoing. This kind of documentation could only have originated in the highest office, possibly from somebody who later had the comforting job of reporting that there was nothing to see here, although, the report itself has been kept a secret, so nobody can say what its contents are. What will Ms Wicks say if somebody thinks to question her on the even more egregious misuse of funds for swimming pools in Liberal urban electorates, when the funds were primarily intended to be allocated in regional areas of the country? Email, Feb 25 Bruce Hyland, Woy Woy

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Forget your own egos and politics and solve the problem S

capegoating a recently elected Mayor, continual political posing by individuals, and party politics, effectively diverts people from the problem that is The Entrance

FORUM Channel. The issue has rumbled on for 12 years. The council has paid for two professional reports and implemented neither.

Is it possible for councillors to work for the good of the people they represent? Could they forget their own egos and politics and solve the problem. Email, Feb 26 Margaret Hagan, Buff Point

Donation rejection applauded I

t is typical of the arrogance of Wyong Coal that it thinks it can bribe its way to respectability and acceptance by the community with a paltry $100,000 donation to Central Coast Health ("Health District Board reluctantly agrees to meet with Wyong Coal over $14.8M donation", WRC 182) for Wyong Hospital. The

smarmy

FORUM language says it all: "If in any way we can contribute to the wellbeing of the community, this is a fantastic way to do it.” This is followed by a suggestion that "there's more where that came from", if the Board plays ball. What is astonishing is that this company has the chutzpah to suggest making a contribution to health services, when the burning of coal is one of the main contributors to

ill health throughout the world. It is good to see that the Board sees the incongruity of accepting such a bribe and recognises the inappropriateness of a contribution to health services from an organisation whose operation is fundamentally linked to environmental damage and to health impacts throughout the world.

n open letter to all Central Coast Councillors. Dear Councillors, you are well aware of my passion to follow through with Council’s commitment to make the Central Coast accessible and inclusive under your Inclusion Plan and the State Government’s Disability Inclusion Act

Police

appealed

the public to help locate 68-year-old Baker after he disappeared from his residence at the Long Jetty Health Centre at around 3pm on Tuesday, March 3.

Source: Website, Mar 5 Tuggerah Lakes Police District

FORUM & ONTHEBEAT

FORUM 2014. Council has a further opportunity to commit to the agreements of inclusion by supporting the refurbishment of both park and hall at Tuggerawong, to a standard that all residents and visitors, no matter what their ability, can use

and enjoy. I, as President of the Northern Lakes Disability Tourism Precinct Committee Inc., and National President of the Disabled Surfers Association of Australia Inc., support the proposal. Email, Feb 6 Gary Blaschke, Lake Munmorah

Heavy rain highlights more road improvement projects F FORUM irstly, it is reassuring that this publication has stayed balanced and fact based and has not become a biased anti-everything load of preaching such as the Community Grapevine. With the recent heavy rainfall, it has again highlighted a few more

Email, Feb 16 Bruce Hyland, Woy Woy

Police advised the public via social media that Baker had been located just before 4pm on Thursday, March 5.

1 April 2020

Tuggerawong refurbishment supported

Bob Baker no longer missing P T uggerah Lakes Police District have advised that Long Jetty’s Bob Baker has been located safe and well.

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road improvement projects that need adding to the list on the northern part of the Coast. Anzac Rd at Tuggerah and Woodbury Park Dve, Gavenlock Rd end, are underwater again. For what it is worth, if anyone has had to head into Wyong via Tuggerah

Straight lately, yes the traffic jam is getting worse. Wish the local State Member would rattle the tin a bit more in Macquarie St and either get the Wyong bypass happening or push for on and off ramps from Alison Rd onto the M1. Email, Feb 11 M Stocks, Mardi

Police investigate assault at The Entrance

olice are appealing for public assistance as they continue to investigate an assault at The Entrance.

At about 5:45pm on Wednesday, March 11, a 43-year-old man was walking along the beach with a woman near Ocean

Pde, The Entrance, when a man approached them. He demanded the man’s wallet and punched him in the face when he did not comply with his demands. The man was treated at the scene and was not seriously injured.

Police have released CCTV footage of the man which is available on the NSW Police Force’s Facebook page. The man is described as mid-20s,170cm tall, stocky build, olive/tanned complexion and short black hair. Source: Press release, Mar 27 NSW Police Media

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Police officers spat at and coughed on by woman claiming to have COVID-19

31-year-old woman has been charged with multiple offences after allegedly spitting and coughing at police officers whilst claiming to have COVID-19. At about 8:20pm on Thursday, March 26, officers attached to Tuggerah Lakes Police District stopped a vehicle on Anzac Ave, Wyong, near the Pacific Hwy. The woman attempted

to flee by foot but was apprehended by officers a short time after. A short struggle followed, where it is alleged that she coughed and spat at officers before being arrested. Multiple items were seized from her car including capsicum spray. She was taken to Wyong Police Station and charged with intimidate intend fear physical

harm, resist or hinder police officer in execution of duty, assault officer in execution of duty, give false information person/property in danger and possess or use a prohibited weapon without permit. The woman was granted bail to appear at Wyong Local Court on Wednesday, April 22. Source: Media statement, Mar 31 Samantha Long, NSW Police Force Reporter: Dilon Luke

Police to ensure that mandatory quarantine direction is adhered to

tate Emergency Operations Controller and NSW Police Force Commissioner, Mick Fuller, is urging community compliance with mandatory quarantine measures now in effect.

Anyone entering Australia is subject to a ministerial direction requiring them to selfisolate immediately on arrival for 14 days. The NSW Police Force is working with a number of state and federal agencies to ensure that this direction is adhered to. All arrivals over the

coming days will be provided with comfortable accommodation and will be able to stay in touch with family and friends over the phone and internet. NSW Police and Emergency Services Minister, David Elliott, said this was a vital step in reducing the spread of COVID-19. “The data shows that more than 60 per cent of cases across the state are returned travellers,” Elliott said. “We need to ensure that these individuals aren’t bringing COVID-19 home before we allow them to have close contact with other members of the community.

Anyone with information about these incidents should call

Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000

or use the Crime Stoppers online reporting page: https://www1.police.nsw.gov.au Information provided will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

“This virus is incredibly virulent, and is continuing to spread, threatening our elderly and vulnerable members of the population. “These measures are absolutely necessary to ensure that we do our best to stop the spread,” he added.

Commissioner Fuller said officers would be enforcing the quarantine period and would not hesitate to use the appropriate action against individuals who do not comply. “Anyone who doesn’t comply will be breaking the law, it’s as simple as that. “People need to take this seriously,” Commissioner Fuller said. “This is an unprecedented operation and I would urge recent arrivals to help police in their efforts to protect the state by complying with these new restrictions. “While most people in NSW are adhering

to the government’s health directions, there is still a small minority of irresponsible individuals who continue to flout the rules and put others at risk. “It’s because of them that we need to have these types of restrictions in place,” he added. Commissioner Fuller said significant care was being taken to ensure that those in quarantine remained comfortable for the duration of their selfisolation period. “I understand that this is unprecedented, and that people would rather be at home, but we are dealing with an unprecedented situation, and we need to adapt accordingly.

“My priority has always been, and will continue to be, the safety of the community in NSW,” he said. Anyone found to be in contravention of a ministerial direction is subject to heavy penalties, which can include Personal Infringement Notices (PINs) of $1,000 for individuals and $5,000 for businesses. Court Attendance Notices (CANs) can also be issued, which carry a maximum penalty of an $11,000 fine and/or jail time. Source: Press release, Mar 29 NSW Police Media

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News Breakfast [s] ABC News Mornings [s] Gardening Australia [s] Grand Designs (PG) [s] ABC News At Noon [s] Four Corners [s] Media Watch (PG) [s] Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries (M v) [s] ABC News Afternoons [s] Think Tank (PG) [s] Grand Designs (PG) [s] The Drum [s] ABC News [s] 7.30 [s] Foreign Correspondent [s] Easter In Australia (PG) [s] Fake Or Fortune?: De Chirico [s] ABC Late News [s] Q&A [s] rage (MA15+) [s] Compass [s] Catalyst [s] The Drum [s] One Plus One [s]

Also see: ABC COMEDY (Channel 22) ABC ME (Channel 23) ABC NEWS (Channel 24)

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Home Shopping Weekend Sunrise [s] The Morning Show (PG) [s] House Of Wellness (PG) [s] Program To Be Advised Program To Be Advised Motorbike Cops (PG) [s] Dog Patrol (PG) [s] Better Homes And Gardens Seven News At 5 [s] Sydney Weekender [s] Seven News [s] Program To Be Advised The Good Doctor (M) [s] –The doctors work against time and their own personal safety to save the lives of those around them. Program To Be Advised The Resident: Whistleblower (M) [s] – On Devon’s last day as an intern, he and Conrad are faced with a moral dilemma over a suicidal patient. The Resident: Free Fall (M) [s] Home Shopping

5:30 Sunrise [s] The Morning Show (PG) [s] 9:00 Seven Morning News [s] 11:30 Program To Be Advised 12:30 Surf Patrol [s] The Daily Edition (PG) [s] 1:00 The Chase UK [s] Seven News At 4 [s] 3:00 The Chase Australia [s] 4:00 Seven News [s] 5:00 Program To Be Advised 6:00 Program To Be Advised 7:00 Surveillance Oz (M) [s] – A 7:30 man trips and spins into a speeding train then onto the 8:40 tracks. Also, a shopkeeper confronts an armed robber, and 9:40 a man takes a walk through a 10:40 tunnel. 11:30 Grey’s Anatomy: Reunited (M) 11:35 [s] – A patient at the hospital is 12:30 brain dead after falling into a 1:30 construction site, and her two 2:00 sisters must decide whether or 2:30 not to keep her alive. 3:00 12:30 Home Shopping 4:00

Also see: 7TWO (Channel 62) 7MATE (Channel 63) 7FLIX (Channel 66) 7FOOD (Channel 74)

Ellen (PG) [s] Weekend Today [s] Today Extra - Saturday [s] My Way [s] Award Winning Tasmania: Queenstown (PG) [s] Cybershack (PG) [s] Movie: “Make It Happen” (PG) (’08) Stars: Tessa Thompson David Attenborough’s Life Story: Home (PG) [s] The Garden Gurus [s] NINE News: First At Five [s] Getaway (PG) [s] NINE News Saturday [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] Movie: “Back To The Future III” (PG) (’90) Stars: Michael J Fox NINE News Special: COVID-19 [s] Movie: “The Game’ (M v,s,l) (’97) Stars: Michael Douglas Cybershack (PG) [s] Award Winning Tasmania: Queenstown (PG) [s] Mysteries And Scandals (M)

6:00 World’s Greatest Man Made Wonders [s] 7:00 Weekend Today [s] 10:00 Sports Sunday (PG) [s] 11:00 Sunday Footy Show (PG) [s] 12:00 The Truth About Stress (PG) 1:10 Movie: “City Slickers” (PG) (’91) Stars: Billy Crystal 3:30 Footy’s Greatest [s] 5:00 NINE News: First At Five [s] 5:30 RBT: Sorry Mum (PG) [s] 6:00 NINE News Sunday [s] 7:00 60 Minutes (PG) [s] 8:00 Movie: “Casino Royale” (M v) (’06) Stars: Eva Green 11:00 NINE News Special: COVID-19 [s] 11:30 See No Evil: Call Me Back, Chris (M) [s] 12:20 Killision Course: Halloween (M) [s] 1:10 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything: Ronnies In Australia (M) 2:00 Home Shopping 2:30 Skippy - The Bush Kangaroo 3:00 Home Shopping

5:30 Sunrise [s] 9:00 The Morning Show (PG) [s] 11:30 Seven Morning News [s] 12:30 Program To Be Advised Surf Patrol [s] 1:00 The Daily Edition [s] The Chase UK (PG) [s] 3:00 Seven News At 4 [s] 4:00 The Chase Australia [s] 5:00 Seven News [s] 6:00 Program To Be Advised 9-1-1: Malfunction (M v) [s] – A 7:00 skating mishap at an ice show. 7:30 8:30 Program To Be Advised God Friended Me: Harlem Cinema House (PG) [s] – When 9:30 the God account sends Miles the names of three employees of an old movie theatre he and Ali used to go to as children, he 10:30 makes it his mission to help the theatre’s owner save the 11:20 theatre. 12:10 Criminal Confessions: 1:00 1:30 Belmont County, Ohio (M) [s] 4:00 Home Shopping

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rage Guest Programmer (PG) Weekend Breakfast [s] Q&A [s] ABC News At Noon [s] The Capture (M v) [s] Vera: The Moth Catcher (M v) Program To Be Advised Fake Or Fortune? [s] Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery Midsomer Murders (PG) [s] Program To Be Advised ABC News [s] Death In Paradise (M v) [s] – When a passenger is stabbed on the express bus to Honore, Detective Jack Mooney and his team are baffled. No-one left their seat, so how on earth did they commit murder? Van der Valk (M v) [s] Stateless: Panis Angelicus (M) Call The Midwife (M) [s] Silent Witness: Lift Up Your Hearts (Part 1) (M) [s] rage Guest Programmer (MA15+) [s]

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I Fish [s] Entertainment Tonight [s] Escape Fishing With ET [s] What’s Up Down Under? [s] The Offroad Adventure Show Luxury Escapes [s] Studio 10 Saturday (PG) [s] The Living Room (PG) [s] Program To Be Advised Farm To Fork [s] Fishing Australia ]s] Easter With The Australians Women’s Weekly (PG) [s] Taste Of Australia [s] My Market Kitchen [s] 10 News First [s] Bondi Rescue (PG) [s] Program To Be Advised Ambulance Australia (PG) [s] Ambulance UK (M) [s] 999: What’s Your Emergency? (MA15+) [s] Bull: Flesh And Blood (M v) [s] Bull: Survival Instincts (M v) [s] Elementary (M) [s] Home Shopping

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Headline News [s] Studio 10 (PG) [s] Dr Phil (PG) [s] Program To Be Advised Entertainment Tonight (PG) Judge Judy (PG) [s] My Market Kitchen [s] Good Chef Bad Chef [s] The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 10 News First [s] WIN News [s] The Project (PG) [s] The Montreal Comedy Festival (M l,s) [s] – Just For Laughs featuring stand-up comedy from the most famous comedians from Australia. Hughesy, We Have A Problem (M) [s] Em Rusciano - Rage And Rainbows (MA15+) [s] WIN’s All Australian News [s] The Project (PG) [s] The Late Show (PG) [s] Home Shopping

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6:00 Headline News [s] Today [s] Today Extra [s] 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] NINE’s Morning News [s] 12:00 Dr Phil (PG) [s] Kevin Can Wait: 1:00 Jamie And Jimmy’s Food Slip ‘N Fall (PG) [s] Fight Club [s] Movie: “Uptown Girls” (PG) 2:00 Program To Be Advised (’03) Stars: Brittany Murphy 2:30 Entertainment Tonight [s] Tipping Point (PG) [s] 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] NINE’s Afternoon News [s] 3:30 My Market Kitchen [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] 4:00 Good Chef Bad Chef [s] NINE News [s] 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful A Current Affair (PG) [s] (PG) [s] David Attenborough’s Life 5:00 10 News First [s] Story: Antarctica (PG) [s] 6:00 WIN News [s] NINE News Special: 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] COVID-19 [s] 7:30 Coronavirus Australia - Our Kings Cross ER (M l,v) [s] Story [s] Botched: All Twerk And No 8:30 NCIS: Schooled (M v) [s] Play (M mp,n) [s] 9:30 NCIS: Los Angeles: Answers/ The Bad Seed (M v,l,s) [s] Goodbye, Vietnam (M v) [s] Tipping Point [s] 11:30 WIN’s All Australian News [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] 12:30 The Project (PG) [s] Home Shopping 1:30 The Late Show With Stephen Skippy - The Bush Kangaroo Colbert (PG) [s] Home Shopping 2:30 Home Shopping Ellen (PG) [s] 4:30 CBS - This Morning [s]

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6:00 Today [s] 8:30 Today Extra [s] 12:00 NINE’s Morning News [s] 1:00 Kevin Can Wait: The Kevin 2:00 Crown Affair (PG) [s] 2:30 Movie: “Mr Mom” (PG) (’83) 3:30 Stars: Michael Keaton 4:00 Tipping Point (PG) [s] 4:30 NINE’s Afternoon News [s] Millionaire Hot Seat [s] 5:00 NINE News [s] A Current Affair (PG) [s] 6:00 RBT: Risking It (PG) [s] 6:30 NINE News Special: 7:30 COVID-19 [s] Decades: The Sensational 80’s (M v,d) [s] – Interviews and amazing archives from Australia and around the world. 8:30 Lethal Weapon: Flight Risk (MA15+) [s] 9:30 In Defence Of: Ted Bundy (M) Straight Forward (M) [s] 11:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] 12:00 Home Shopping 1:00 Ellen (PG) [s] 2:00

Also see: GEM (Channel 82) GO! (Channel 83/88) LIFE (Channel 84)

Also see: 10 PEACH (Channel 11) 10 BOLD (Channel 12)

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Religious Programs [s] Fishing Australia [s] Good Chef Bad Chef [s] Three Veg And Meat [s] Taste Of Australia [s] Studio 10 Sunday (PG) [s] Program To Be Advised Everyday Gourmet [s] Good Chef Bad Chef [s] My Market Kitchen [s] All 4 Adventure (PG) [s] [s] Which Car (PG) [s] RPM [s] 10 News First [s] Bondi Rescue (PG) [s] The Sunday Project (PG) [s] Jamie Oliver - Keep Cooking And Carry On (PG) [s] The Montreal Comedy Festival (MA15+) [s] The Graham Norton Show (M) [s] Hughesy, We Have A Problem (M) [s] The Sunday Project (PG) [s] Home Shopping

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CGTN English News NHK World English News Worldwatch PBS Newshour ISU Grand Prix Of Figure Skating: Torino, Italy Travel Man: Seville (PG) Great British Food Revival Great British Railway Journeys (PG) Great Indian Railway Journeys (PG) SBS World News Secrets Of The Cadbury Chocolate Factory Country Music (PG) I Am Johnny Cash (M) Trevor McDonald On Martin Luther King (MA15+) Charlottesville: Documenting Hate (M l,v) The 250 Million Pound Cancer Cure How To Get Fit Fast: What’s The Right Exercise For You? 24 Hours In Emergency (M) CGTN English News NHK World English News Worldwatch Speedweek Motor Sport: Dakar Rally Sailing: SailGP Sydney Cycling: InCycle Hunting Nazi Treasure: Goering’s Looted Art (PG) SBS World News Tutankhamun - Life, Death And Legacy (PG) North America With Simon Reeve Simon Reeve In Russia White Right - Meeting The Enemy (MA15+) Agatha Christie’s Criminal Games: Murder Party (M s,v) (In French) Great American Railroad Journeys: St Lawrence To Lamar/ La Junta To Colorado Springs (PG) Ride Upon The Storm (M l,v) (In Danish) CGTN English News NHK World English News Worldwatch The Last Days Of Jesus (M) Alex Polizzi The Fixer (PG) Great British Railway Journeys (PG) The Supervet: Noel Fitzpatrick (PG) Letters And Numbers Mastermind Australia SBS World News Planet Expedition (PG) Michael Mosley - Make Me Smart (PG) Michael Mosley - A History Of Surgery: Bleeding Hearts (M) SBS World News Late Rivals - Superclasico (PG) The Last Wave (M l,v) (In French) Sunshine: Jacob’s Ladder (M) Borgen (M) (In Danish) 24 Hours In Emergency (M) CGTN English News NHK World English News Worldwatch PBS Newshour The Last Days Of Jesus (M) Journey Through Armenia: (PG) (In English/ Armenian) Who Do You Think You Are?: Greig Pickhaver (PG) Britain’s Greatest Bridges: The Forth Bridge Letters And Numbers Mastermind Australia SBS World News Great Canadian Railway Journeys (PG) Insight: The Dental Gap (PG) Dateline The Feed SBS World News Late Twin (M l,v) (In Norwegian/ Swedish) The Son: (MA15+) Knightfall (MA15+) 24 Hours In Emergency: My Guiding Star (M)

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HEALTH

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Black Dog Ride 1 Dayer makes an impact N

either rain nor COVID-19 could dampen the spirits of over 180 locals that came together for the eighth annual Black Dog Ride 1 Dayer at Bateau Bay. Held on March 15, while public gathering restrictions were still set at 500 people for outdoor events, an army of motorcyclists took off from EDSACC Oval to tour the Coast as part of the annual 1 Dayer, which has taken place in participating communities around the country on the third Sunday of March since 2009. The iconic suicide prevention ride is held to raise awareness around depression and open a dialogue around the insidious condition which claims the lives of eight Australians every single day.

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All Central Coast riders adorned their bikes with the Black Dog Ride mascot Winston, a soft toy dog. The mascot is named after Sir Winston Churchill, who famously diarised about his battles with ‘the black dog of depression’. Alasdair Fairlie is the Coordinator for the Central Coast ride and he said riders made for quite the sight as they made their way from

talking about the ride. “It really engages the community in the way a typical fundraiser can’t”, he said. Fairlie believes the ride is also unique in how it breaks down barriers towards acknowledging and seeking help for mental health, particularly in men. “Seeing a bunch of bikies, many of whom have experienced depression or have been touched by a loved one’s

battle with it, can really impact people. “It’s like seeing all these hard blokes acknowledging that it’s okay to talk about these issues that gives other people the strength to do the same. “The whole point is to engage with the community and encourage anyone struggling, to seek help and support,” Fairlie said. And to Fairlie the ride did exactly that, with

Source: Email, Mar 15 Interview, Mar 30 Alasdair Fairlie, Black Dog Ride Central Coast Reporter: Dilon Luke

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Bateau Bay through to Yarramalong and then Kariong, before looping back to Bateau Bay via Gosford, Wamberal and Erina. Fairlie said he knows firsthand how important the ride is to kickstarting conversations around depression and mental health. “The ride is so important because it makes people stop and think. “People see us riding past and it gets them

a handful of people approaching him at the post event gathering to discuss their mental health and ask for advice on seeking help. He hopes that even more picked up a phone or reached out to loved ones following the event. The ride is also a major fundraiser that supports various mental health charities and services around the country with Coasties raising over $11,000 for the cause.. While the ride may be over for another year, locals interested in the cause or learning more about the Black Dog Ride and some of its other events can visit the Black Dog Ride website or the Central Coast Black Dog Ride Facebook page.

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rivate Healthcare Australia (PHA) Chief Executive, Dr Rachel David, said Central Coast residents who are health fund members that are experiencing financial distress as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, should contact their health fund to discuss their options.

“These members are urged to contact their fund directly as they may be eligible to have their premium waived for an extended period. “Health funds are currently putting programs in place to provide support for

members,” Dr David said. “The primary focus of health funds is to meet the needs of the community and members in these challenging and uncertain times, and offering financial support by way of premium waivers is an important first step,” she added. According to Dr David, health funds are also fast-tracking access for members to teleconsultations with psychologists while Australians’ movements are restricted by the COVID-19 pandemic. “Individual telehealth consultations with psychologists are well supported by the evidence, and health funds want to make

sure that members are able to continue with their treatment, as it is obviously a very stressful time for many Australians”, said Dr David. The majority of health funds have agreed to provide coverage for teleconsultations provided by psychologists subject to. Dr David said that initially it might be difficult to ensure that benefits are paid quickly, as electronic claiming systems (in particular, HICAPS) and some health funds’ processes are not set up to deliver benefits for telehealth services, but noted that this was being addressed by individual funds in

cooperation with the Australian Psychological Society. Dr David said maintaining mental health was critically important and health funds were committed to delivering rapid access to evidence based telehealth services for their members. “While psychology is first off the mark, PHA is working with providers to quickly assess the effectiveness of telehealth treatment in their clinical area and expect to have more announcements on telehealth coverage over the coming weeks,” she said. Source: Press release, Mar 27 Jen Eddy, Private Healthcare Australia

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Hospitals amend visitor arrangements C

entral Coast Health District has made changes to visiting hours at facilities across the Coast to reduce the risk of Coronavirus spreading to patients and staff. District CEO, Dr Andrew Montague, announced the changes on March 18. “Visiting hours at Gosford, Wyong and Woy Woy Hospitals and Long

Jetty Health Centre are now 6pm to 8pm. “We ask that patients are only visited by one visitor during these visiting hours, who is either their partner, carer, guardian or nominated significant other,” Dr Montague said. A l t e r n a t i v e arrangements for maternity, mental health and children’s services have also been made, with a full list of what’s changed and where available on the District’s

website under the visiting hours tab. Dr Montague said people must be feeling well if they planned to visit someone in hospital. “In line with current advice, visitors must not enter any of our hospitals or healthcare facilities if they have a fever or a cold and flu-like illness or if they have been overseas in the last 14 days,” Dr Montague said. Source: Media release, Mar 18 Central Coast Health

Non-urgent surgery and outpatient clinic activity deferred C entral Coast residents have had their elective surgeries postponed as NSW Health makes moves to double the intensive care capacity of Local Health Districts across the state.

Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) CEO, Dr Andrew Montague, said NSW Health has activated plans to manage their elective surgery lists as the system responds to

the COVID-19 pandemic and the upcoming winter flu season. Dr Montague said the CCLHD had been anticipating this move and was making its own, according to the increasing knowledge about the impact of COVID-19 in NSW and the emergence of evidence about its clinical management. A key component of these plans is ensuring that patients with the highest clinical urgency are prioritised, so the

CCLHD has implemented changes to non-urgent surgery and outpatient clinics as part of its response. This includes: Working with clinicians to prioritise surgery cases which will include the rescheduling of some cases to allow us to enhance intensive care capacity; and, conducting outpatient clinic appointments over the phone or video where possible to reduce close contact. Dr Montague said there would be no impact to emergency and trauma patients, as well as urgent surgery cases. “This move will free up staff working in or supporting our operating theatres to immediately undertake more specialised training so they can be redeployed to work in intensive care or other critical care areas. “The aim is to double our current intensive care capacity. “Meanwhile, to further reduce any possible risk for patients and staff, outpatient clinics will be moving to phone consultations and telehealth review, where possible, and if faceto-face consultations are required, social distancing measures will be implemented in waiting areas,” he added. Dr Montague said District staff would communicate directly with affected patients to advise them of any changes to their upcoming surgery

or outpatient clinic appointment. “As has been foreshadowed from the outset of this crisis, it is anticipated that significant adjustments will be required as we prepare our facilities for the coming weeks and months.

“While we appreciate any rescheduling is regrettable, we hope the community will understand it is necessary to ensure those with the most urgent need are attended to first. “As part of the pandemic plans in place, we are also working with

local private providers to outsource some of our non-urgent elective surgeries, helping to minimise the impact on those currently waiting for a procedure,” Dr Montague said. Source: Press release, Mar 25 Central Coast Health

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Teachers Federation campaigns for the closure of schools T he NSW Teachers Federation’s resounding message to the Federal and State Government is that teachers, principals and other school staff are not dispensable, as they continue to campaign for the closure of schools as the COVID-19 pandemic worsens across the state. The Executive

Federation’s Committee

has been publicly slamming Prime Minister Scott Morrison and NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian over their handling of schools, while simultaneously moving to shutdown virtually all other aspects of public life. Federation President, Angelo Gavrielatos, said advice from both parties had been “hypocritical” and “contradictory” and believes the education sector is on the cusp of a disaster, as teachers, principals and school

staff attempt to juggle the transition towards online learning and keeping doors open for onsite learning. Atop the list of complaints from the Federation was the messaging around social distancing and schools, with both levels of government telling the public that schools were open, despite the Berejiklian Government also encouraging parents and guardians to keep kids at home where possible.

Gavrielatos also called out both governments for seemingly downplaying the risks of infection transmission among students and school staff while at school, while emphasising these risks to the wider community elsewhere. Gavrielatos said the Federation had lost confidence in both the Prime Minister and Premier and was now calling for schools to be pupil free from March 30. “It is now essential that

an immediate transition to an emergency mode of school operation be put in place, with minimum staffing to support essential frontline services workers who are unable to care for their children during this crisis, and necessary systems to provide maximum health protection for all present on site. “Staff not rostered on minimal supervision, are to work from home providing educational continuity as far as is practicable for students

Federation President, Angelo Gavrielatos online during term time,” Gavirelatos said. Source: Press releases, Mar 23-25 Angelo Gavrielatos, NSW Teachers Federation Reporter: Dilon Luke

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Munmorah’s St Brigid’s Catholic College has become the first school in the former Wyong Shire to formally close its doors amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.

College Assistant Principal, Paul Lynch, confirmed that for all intents and purposes, the College was closed, with all but a handful of staff and students learning and working from home as of March 24. Lynch said the decision to close the school to all bar the children of front line service workers was made in compliance with advice from the NSW Government and the Catholic Schools’ Board around transitioning to distance education, and had been an easy one to make.

“At St Brigid’s, we are really fortunate to have an education model that already incorporated a lot of online learning, so the transition was relatively easy for us,” he said. According to Lynch, the College issues all students a laptop when they enter Year 7, which meant that there were minimal issues in terms of access, with the College utilising the online learning platform Hapara and the Google Suite of learning apps even prior to the pandemic. Through these platforms, Lynch said teachers had been able to hold virtual classrooms, monitor individual students’ work and even host face-toface video chat sessions for students needing additional support. “To minimise disruption, we’re trying to mirror as normal a school day as

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possible. “The kids get up in the morning, log in and start their school day at the usual time. “They still have their normal periods, the only difference is where they are and how their learning is being delivered,” he said. Lynch said the College community had been overwhelmingly supportive of the decisive

action and believes St Brigid’s is well placed to continue its online learning for several months in the event of an even more stringent lockdown. “The feedback from parents has been extremely positive. “Their primary concern has been the continuity of their child’s education, but through the depth of our current model, they’ve been able to see their kids get on with their learning

and engaging with their teachers, and that has helped put some anxious minds at ease,” Lynch said. “We are prepared to deliver this method of learning throughout Term 2 and I fully expect that will be our reality once school resumes after the April holidays,” he added. Looking to the future, Lynch believes a more comprehensive lockdown will likely occur.

“Personally, I do believe we are heading towards school closures, which is why we have quickly taken action. “I realise that our College was fortunate to be able to make this transition so smoothly and I recognise this won’t be the case for every school,” he said. Source: Interview, Mar 27 Paul Lynch, St Brigid’s Catholic College Reporter: Dilon Luke

HSC to go ahead

ear 12 students living in the former Wyong Shire are advised that the HSC will proceed despite the COVID-19 pandemic. The NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) Board confirmed that assessments and testing would be proceeding with adjustments to be made as required. NESA Chairman, Professor Peter Shergold, made the announcement on March 24 after the NSW Government’s announcement that schools would be

transitioning from onsite to distance education the day earlier. This made for a tense 24 hours for Year 12 students and their families, with the government’s announcement vague regarding what this would mean for the Class of 2020. Prof Shergold’s announcement came with an assurance that NESA would provide clear and regular advice to the community about the HSC as the situation develops and said a dedicated NESA COVID-19 Response Committee had been formed to address developing issues as a matter of urgency.

Prof Shergold said: “……we want to assure you that you will be able to get a HSC certificate this year, and that the certificate will facilitate access to university, further education and employment, as it has for students over the past 50 years. “Keep learning, do your assessments as advised by your school, make progress on your major projects where you can and, most importantly, look after yourself, whether you are at school or at home. “If you get sick, your school and NESA have provisions to ensure that you are not

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disadvantaged,” he said. One such provision, which came into immediate effect following Prof Shergold’s announcement, was the delegating of decision making powers to principals or system authorities regarding the number and weighting of HSC formal assessment tasks at their individual schools for this year. “This action provides schools with the flexibility they need to support their students in the context of the COVID-19 outbreak,” Prof Shergold said. He added that the NESA COVID-19 Response Committee was urgently working to provide clarity to students in VET, Drama, Music, and Dance courses who had placements and group performances as part of their coursework, and to other students in courses with graded major works that will likely be disrupted by the transition to home working. Source: Media statement, Mar 24 Prof Peter Shergold, NESA Reporter: Dilon Luke

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Learning from home website attracting international interest

orokan Public School is leading the charge when it comes to distance education, with the school’s comprehensive learning from home website proving to be such a hit that it’s attracting international interest. While many schools on the Coast have risen to the challenge of transitioning their communities to online learning, Gorokan Public School Principal, Jesmond Zammit, said his school had been uniquely placed to deliver such a substantial resource very quickly. “Online collaboration has been a learning objective at our school for a while, so we felt quite prepared in launching the website,” Zammit said. The site provides an array of targeted learning resources for students from Kindergarten through to Year 6, and also has dedicated advice sections for parents and guardians covering everything from setting up a home learning environment and settling into a routine, to advice on how to keep active and take care of your mental health in the age of COVID-19. The site also includes useful videos to help parents and guardians who aren’t tech savvy get across the requirements of their child’s online learning. From guides on how to download workbooks and upload student work, to advice on how to navigate online programs such as Abode Connect and the Google Suite, the website has been praised for its

Mitchell Gibbs and Jesmond Zammit getting online ingenuity and ability for two way engagement with the school community. According to Zammit, that engagement has formed the crux of the school’s approach to online learning with teacher, student and parent/guardian feedback instrumental in refining what resources are available. The site’s been given a gold star for its evolving take on distance education, with Zammit full of praise for his hardworking staff that championed it. “I call them my Gorokan dream team because everyone has worked so hard to not only get this resource up and running, but to finetune it,” he said. According to Zammit, students and parents/ guardians are also loving it. “Feedback from the community has been very positive, with parents grateful for the consistency between at home and onsite learning. “The website has also had the added benefit of illustrating to parents just how hard our teachers work to ensure their child’s education. “That’s not something they always get to see and its helped contribute to

the positivity around what we’re doing,” Zammit said. The website has also paved the way for new forms of communication between the community, with Zammit and the teacher behind the technology, Mitchell Gibbs, engaging in a live stream with students every school day. They talk about what’s happening with their schoolwork, share tips about keeping happy and healthy whilst stuck inside and get to connect with one another, something Zammit believes is especially important during these unprecedented times. There’s also joke time. Every live contact must end with joke time. The kids won’t let their Principal go otherwise. Parents and guardians are also connecting with Zammit via a live link every Thursday afternoon. During this time, they can ask questions, air concerns and also get updated about the situation at hand in an adult forum, meaning that topics that might be sensitive to children can be discussed freely. Zammit said it’s also proven to be invaluable

source of communication that has done wonders for keeping the parent/ guardian community connected with the staff. “This session is great for direct information. “Parents get the latest updates straight from me. “There’s no Chinese whispers, just concise information about what’s happening within the school,” Zammit said. Aside from all that, the website also has a myriad of links to other resources that students can utilise in their studies, a flexible learning timetable to help parents and students plan how they’ll get through tasks on a day by day basis, and a dedicated ‘contact a teacher’ portal for direct support when needed. For their efforts, school staff have been praised by the NSW Department of Education for being a

leader in online learning from home support, with the website proving so popular that its even started attracting an international audience. Zammit said that data from the week of March 23-27 indicated that 65 per cent of engagements on the site came from Australia, but noted that 26 per cent of engagements came from the United States and a further 9 per cent from the UK. Looking ahead, Zammit said his staff are prepared to weather the COVID-19 pandemic via online learning for as long as necessary. “We’re refining our approach as we go and won’t be leaving anything to chance when it comes to students’ education. “We’ll continue to update and deliver new resources to ensure that we are meeting the

thorough standards of the National Education Standards Authority and want to assure our community that we’re here for them,” Zammit said. Hardcopy work packs of all learning materials are also available for those students with limited or no access to the internet and technology, and doors are open for students who cannot be at home. Zammit said the school was also utilising its social media to stay connected with the community and encouraged parents and guardians to follow the Gorokan Public School Facebook page which is also posting daily updates. Source: Press release, Mar 30 Sven Wright, NSW Department of Education Interview, Mar 30 Jesmond Zammit, Gorokan Public School Reporter: Dilon Luke

NAPLAN 2020 scrapped T

his year’s NAPLAN testing has been scrapped, as the Education Council (EC) moves to ease some of the pressure on teachers, students and the wider education sector in wake of the Coronavirus.

EC Secretariat, Greg Donaghue, said education ministers met on March 20 to decide the fate of the standardised testing, as schools and governments around the country stare down the pandemic. Scheduled to take place from mid-May, Donaghue said ministers made the decision to abandon the

testing this year following expert advice and to boost wellbeing. “The decision to not proceed with NAPLAN in 2020 has been taken to assist school leaders, teachers and support staff to focus on the wellbeing of students and continuity of education, including potential online and remote learning. “Further, the impact of responses to the COVID-19 virus may affect the delivery of NAPLAN testing, including the operation of centralised marking centres and the implications for nationally comparable data if an insufficient number of students are available to

do the test. “The decision to not proceed with NAPLAN in 2020 also means that the scheduled testing of the NAPLAN Online platform, known as the Coordinated Practice Test (CPT), will not proceed,” Donaghue said. The decision came days before NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian, confirmed that schools would be transitioning to online learning, with current advice to keep children home where possible. Source: Media statement, Mar 20 Greg Donaghue, Education Council Reporter: Dilon Luke

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$300,000 secured for 13 local projects T

he electorate of Wyong has secured $300,000 for 13 projects through the NSW Government’s 2019 Community Building Partnership Program. Wyong MP and Shadow Minister for Central Coast, David Harris, said the funds would deliver much needed improvements to local facilities. Toukley Neighbourhood Centre will provide an accessible footpath with continuous handrails in the community garden and new security fencing for extension of the space. The We Care Connect group will run a community van for collecting and distributing donated goods to support vulnerable children

across the Central Coast. Wyong Creek Public School P&C Association received funds for a carpark upgrade. Trustees of Church Property for the Diocese of Newcastle will be able to undertake solar power and electrical upgrades for St Luke’s Hall, Toukley.

Marine Rescue at Norah Head Central Coast Mountain Bike Club will develop two new extensions to the bike network at Ourimbah. Volunteer Marine Rescue NSW at Norah Head will purchase two Suzuki 150hp, 4-stroke outboard engines for their rescue vessel.

The exposed unfinished wooden flooring at Wyongah Progress Association hall will be professionally resanded and sealed and a heavy-duty trolley will be purchased to move folding tables around. Maintenance work will be done at Wyong District Tennis Association with

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Soldiers Beach Surf Life Saving Club will be able to renovate and repair the first aid room, function room and external balcony as well as external painting of the entire building. Harris said this grass roots funding would directly help create a more vibrant and inclusive local community with positive social, environmental and recreational outcomes. “I congratulate all the organisations that were successful in their application and look forward to seeing how these projects make a real difference for the community groups in the area,” he said. Source: Media release, Mar 23 Shadow Minister Central Coast & Wyong MP, David Harris

Interactive virtual tour of Mardi Water Treatment Plant launched

very day, Central Coast Council delivers about 100 million litres of treated drinking water to the community.

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fencing on courts three to eight to be pulled down and replaced including damaged poles, gates rewired, hinged and fitted with springs and latches. Solar panels will be installed at the Sunnyfield shared living home for intellectually disabled at Wadalba. Wyong Neighbourhood Centre will extend and makeover the community garden including removal of the old ramp, adding green wall screening and a deck, building a new pizza oven and extending the fencing. The waiting room at St Vincent de Paul Society Wyong requires a security upgrade to protect clients and volunteers from violent attacks and harassment, and CCTV will be installed to stop high levels of rubbish dumping.

To coincide with World Water Day on March 22, council launched an interactive virtual tour of what happens to water before it reaches our household taps. Director Water and Sewer, Jamie Loader, said recent bushfire events and the current precautions against COVID-19 meant council was unable to host physical community tours. “Instead, residents can use a computer or device to scroll and click their

way around each step in the water treatment process on the virtual tour of the Mardi Dam and Water Treatment Plant,” he said. Short information notes or videos on each of the tour’s behind-the-scenes 360-degree images allow visitors to learn how impurities are removed and the water treated to meet and exceed Australian Drinking Water Guidelines. Loader said the interactive tour was an exciting innovation which would help community members see how water moves through the system. Mardi Dam and Water Treatment Plant is one of the region’s three dams and one of two water

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BUFF POINT Budgewoi Soccer Club 1 Millington Way CANTON BEACH Heritage Village Toukley 2 Evans Rd Lakefront Village 1-91 Village Way

Northlakes Tavern 17-33 Pacific Hwy Supanews Westfield Northlakes CHITTAWAY BAY Chittaway Centre Pharmacy Chittaway Shopping Centre DOYALSON Macquarie Shores Home Village 150 Tall Timbers Rd

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Doyalson Wyee RSL Club Pacific Hwy

BP 1 Blade Cl Berkeley Vale Private Hospital Lorraine Ave Opal Berkeley Village 8 Lorraine Ave Medical Centre 3/10 Lorraine Ave Berkeley Vale Cellars 258 Lakedge Ave Berkeley Vale Neighbourhood Centre 3 Heather Ave BLUE HAVEN Blue Haven Community Centre 1 Apsley Ct Blue Haven Public School 37 Colorado Dr BUDGEWOI Coles Noela Pl

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United Petroleum 67-71 Scenic Dr

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Village Central Wyong still open for business W

hile the Coast bunkers down in the face of COVID-19, the retailers at one local shopping centre are doing all they can to keep their doors open and people in jobs. Nestled right in the heart of Wyong’s CBD, Village Central Wyong is usually a lively, bustling hub of commerce for the community. Anchored by supermarket giant Coles and The Reject Shop, the centre’s 35 other specialist stores are owned and operated by a myriad of locals who have built a loyal customer base over the years. While a handful of them have had to close in accordance with new containment laws, the majority of them are still open, working hard to protect their livelihoods

Wyong Village Florist owner, Katie Jogia and doing their bit to keep Wyong’s economy afloat. Most have been hit hard by the drop in trade, but others have risen to the occasion, adopting new practices in accordance with this strange new world. Queue the takeaway order. Several businesses

have migrated completely to takeaway or home delivery in compliance with new restrictions on who can trade and how, and according to Village Centre spokesperson, Michael Gibbs, for the most part, takeaway is taking off. “We have definitely noticed an increase in the number of shoppers

buying local and business is honestly better than we expected, given the current situation,” Gibbs said. Gibbs credits the positive response from the Wyong community to the response to COVID-19. “For a lot of people, going to a big shopping centre is now unthinkable,

so we’re really seeing a lot of locals coming into the centre. “They might be coming in to do their grocery shop at Coles, but then realise there’s a lot of businesses still open and working really hard to ensure that they’re meeting all these new requirements,” Gibbs said. Gibbs noted that eateries in particular were giving it a red hot go, incorporating an array of best practice social distancing measures into their operations. “The majority of them have adopted zero contact takeaway, while others have turned to home delivery, and this is on top of the Centre’s strict hygiene requirements, so customers should feel safe dropping in to pick up an order or receiving an order at their doorstep,” Gibbs said. With the Federal Government forecasting

that the country will be feeling the effects of COVID-19 for at least the next six months, Gibbs praised centre retailers for being innovative in the face of adversity and had this message for the Wyong community: “For those of you that can and who feel safe doing so, please consider shopping local. “Please support local businesses keeping jobs in your community. “Yes, there is a pandemic and yes people need to be more cautious of their health, but at the end of the day, not that much has changed at Village Central. “It’s still the same great local people, delivering great products and services, many are just now takeaway only,” Gibbs said. Source: Interview, Mar 31 Michael Gibbs, Village Central Wyong Reporter: Dilon Luke

Origin Energy fined $15,000 over dust emissions from Eraring Power Station

he Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has fined Origin Energy $15,000 over dust emissions from Eraring Power Station on Lake Macquarie.

Eraring Power Station Ash Dam

EPA Regional Director, Metro Operations North, Adam Gilligan, said the EPA alleges that the

operator breached its environment protection licence. “The EPA received complaints alleging excessive dust being generated and blown from the station’s ash dam on the afternoon of October 17, 2019,” Gilligan said. “The dust was witnessed from several kilometres away and had

the potential to impact local air quality and disturb the amenity of residents. “The EPA investigated this incident and alleges that the ash dam was not being operated in a manner which would have minimised the dust emissions, in contravention of their licence conditions, and an offence under

the Protection of the Environment Operations Act,” Gilligan said. The EPA issued an Official Caution referring to two previous penalty notices in the past three years, and will continue to monitor the management of the ash dam. Source: Media release, Mar 25 NSW Environment Protection Authority

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contact@centralcoastclc.org.au

John Jenkins 4392 1631

Friendly Travellers Caravan Club Caravans, tents, mobile homes, all welcome. Social outings & trips away

0458 645 979

www.friendlytravellers.com

Lake Munmorah 50s Plus Leisure and Learning Club Computer classes, dancing, exercise, pilates, yoga, craft, carpet bowls and Tai Chi.

4358 8390

Long Jetty Senior Citizens’ Club Computer classes, line dancing, tai chi and zumba gold Mon - Fri, 9am to 3pm

4332 5522

Long Jetty Over 50s Club Indoor bowls, computers, exercise, yoga, line-dancing, tai chi and more - 9am to 3pm closed between: 18th March - 20th April

4332 5522

The Lunch Bunch Social lunches for seniors 12 noon, 1st and 3rd Sun Friendly group Call or SMS 0418 772 569

The NSW Justices Association Seeking JP volunteers for community JP desks. Free training and insurance

Central Coast 50+ Singles Social Group

0418 493 388

Fun & friendship, Mthly progam of dinner, dancing, scrabble, cards, tenpin etc.

Tuggerah Lakes Toastmasters’ Club

0437 699 366 0407 003 214

benefits@nswja.org.au

Learn to speak with clarity, brevity, context, impact and value.

0409 487 095

4396 1555 www.tnc.org.au

Toukley Presbyterian Church

Hargraves St & Victoria Ave Family service (Sunday school 9.30am), cafe church 5pm, community activities

4392 9904 toukleypc.org.au

Info night, Tuggerah Community Hall, 3rd Tues. 7pm Bob on 0412 133 808

HEALTH GROUPS

4321 0275

Central Coast Prostate Cancer Support Group (Wyong) Last Fri, Terrigal Uniting Church 380 Terrigal Dr, Terrigal 9.30am to 12 noon

4367 9600

Central Coast Wetlands, Tuggerah - several buildings for hire, suitable for weddings, seminars, markets & fund raisers.

www.pcfa.org.au

0408 271 957 Volunteering Central Coast

Refer potential volunteers to community organisations and provide support to them. Training for volunteers and managers of volunteers. Information sessions

4329 7122

recruit@volcc.org.au

Wyong Neighbourhood Centre Supporting disadvantaged, vulnerable and isolated people offering community services, events, projects, workshops, arts programs. Open community garden.

4353 1750

Wyong Toastmasters’ Club Improve your public speaking, leadership skills & confidence. 1st, 3rd & 5th Fri 10:30am to 12:30pm Wyong RSL Club

0421 216 952

wyongtoastmasters@gmail.com

Wyong Uniting Church Weekly Sunday service 9am Bible Study group 62 Watanobbi Rd, Wyong 4352 1528 wyonguca@gmail.com www.wyong.uca.org.au

National Seniors Wyong Branch We meet 4th Tuesday of each month at Canton Beach Sports Club at 2:15pm. Make new friends, enjoy outings, lunches and barbecues. Contact David 4303 6220 NSACCwyong@hotmail.com

The Lakes Church All Welcome! Sundays - 8:30am, 10:30am & 5pm, (9am & 5pm Dec/Jan) Kids church, youth group, cafe, wheelchair friendly, 6 Pioneer Ave, Tuggerah

4353 0977 thelakes.net.au

GARDEN CLUBS Central Coast Permaculture

Tuggerah Combined Probus Club

Meet new friends and enjoy social events. 2nd Thur., 10:30am, guest Better Hearing Australia speakers. Social outings 3rd Thur. Hearing loss management Woodbury Park Community Hall, Support and educational groups Mardi providing practical experience and 4351 0450 confidence.

Venue for Hire

pioneerdairy@bigpond.com

PROBUS CLUBS

Al - Anon Family Groups Health

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

1300 252 666 al-anon.org.au

HISTORY GROUPS Museum & Historical Society, Wyong District Groups/schools welcome Morning tea/lunch for group bookings, wheelchair friendly, Alison Homestead 1 Cape Rd, Wyong Sun-Thur 10am-2pm

4352 1886

www.alisonhomestead.com.au

MUSIC Coastal a Cappella Women’s a cappella chorus Music eduction provided Tue 7pm Gosford TAFE Performance opportunities Hire us for your next event.

0412 948 450

coastalacappella@gmail.com

Wyong Probus Club Wyong Golf Club, 4th Mon, Morning Tea, Guest Speakers, regular monthly outings

4352 3692

probuswyong55090@gmail.com

The Entrance Probus Club Ladies and gentlemen welcome. Guest speakers, morning tea and many activities. 9.30am 4th Tues Bateau Bay Bowling Club

Join a team of dedicated women, sharing fun and friendship and a passion for community service 6.30pm 3rd Wed Wyong Golf Club 4393 2755 iiw.au.wyong@gmail.com

The Lions Club of The Entrance Serve your community make friends, join Lions. 1st and 3rd Wed, North Entrance Surf Club. The Entrance Markets Sun Mornings, behind The Entrance Cinema.

0488 286 006

theentrancelions@gmail.com

The Lions Club of Gwandalan Join the Lions, make friends and help your local community Sat Garage Sales and BBQ 7 to 11.30am

4972 5562

Discussion/action community issues - 3 levels of Government Niagara Park Primary School 7.30pm 1st Mon

0410 309 494

50 years supporting local activities - Meet new friends 4th Tues 6:30pm Don Small / Lions Retirement Village Colin 0413 014 266

kyle.macgregor@hotmail.com

www.wyong.nsw.lions.org.au

Central Coast Greens

SPECIAL INTEREST

0468 476 237

Gliding Club, Learn to fly, Instruction FREE to members. 14 Y/O and up for Training Thur, Sat, Sun (weather permitting) Bloodtree Rd Mangrove Mountain

0412 164 082 0414 635 047 www.ccsoaring.com.au

Tuggerah Lakes U3A The Entrance - cryptic

www.tugglakesu3a.info

The Lions Club of Wyong

How good is this? 2nd Thurs

Central Coast Soaring Club

SERVICE GROUPS

Labor Party Ourimbah/ Narara Branch

Liberal Party Ourimbah Branch

4353 5515

cctaas@hotmail.com

Inner Wheel Club Wyong

0478 228 914

secgwandalanlions@gmail.com

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

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

crosswords, play reading Bateau Bay - Memoirs, Reading Group - Killarney Vale - Talks, Mah Jong - Toukley - Creative Writing Berkley Vale - Music appreciation - Chittaway Bay - Movies

POLITICAL GROUPS

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

Central Coast Tenants’ Advice and Advocacy Service

Biz Plus Networking Association Grow your business & build worthwhile relationships. Networking breakfasts every Thur 7:15- 9am Erina Leagues Club Geoff Neilson network@bizplus.com.au

The Entrance Camera Club

4390 2451

LEARN TO DANCE Social ballroom dancing for all ages, all you need is a desire to learn and dance, no partner required. meet every Tues - St Luke’s Anglican Church, 7pm & 15 Lorraine Ave Berkeley Vale, 2:30pm Anne - 0409 938 345 anneglazier@y7mail.com

SPORT KI-DO Mingara Judo Academy Junior boys and girls Mon and Wed Two classes 6-8.30pm from 7yrs, Kangy Angy

0413 237 010

www.kidomingarajudo.com.au

Wyong Lakes Australian Rules Football Club Play AFL - Teams for Boys, Girls, Women & Men. No Experience Necessary

0404 257 702

play@wyonglakesafc.com.au

Doyalson Wyee Soccer Club Football club for the local community, encouraging juniors from under 5 to senior team. Karen 0410 045 981 president@doylowolves.com.au

VENUE HIRE Central Coast Wetlands – Pioneer Dairy Central Coast Wetlands is located in Tuggerah. We have several buildings for hire. They would be suitable for weddings, seminars, markets & fund raisers.

0408 271 957

pioneerdairy@bigpond.com

Labor Party Warnervale Branch

Renowned for nature photography Grow your photographic skills in all genres. Support and promote NSW Labor Monthly Competition. within the Warnervale area. 2nd Fri 7pm CWA Hall Long Jetty 3rd Tue, 7pm, Hamlyn theentrance.myphotoclub.com.au Terrace Community Centre

0419 128 497

warnervale.labor@gmail.com

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OUT&ABOUT

Let’s Band Together raised over $9,000 for rescue squad T

he Central Coast Volunteer Rescue Squad has a received a $9,260 donation from Wyong Rugby League Club. The funds were raised through the club’s Let’s

Band Together event, which saw several bands managed by Fairplay Entertainment donate their time to perform in early March, with proceeds from the bar and other patron donations making up the

final figure. Squad President, Joel Dawes, said the funding would be put towards equipment upgrades. Source: Website, Mar 16 Joel Dawes, Central Coast Volunteer Rescue Squad

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with the latest direction from the Australian Government to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Central Coast Council Director, Environment and Planning, Scott Cox, made the announcement on March 30. Cox said that while the move seemed drastic, it has been deemed necessary to protect the community’s health during this pandemic. “Council manages over 260 playspaces and 25 skateparks across our region, and by their design, they are places that our community come together at to socialise, but unfortunately that’s what we need to avoid right now,” Cox said. “Public reserves, shared pathways, boat ramps, public wharves and jetties, some sports fields and other outdoor public spaces remain open at this stage, but we urge the community to continue to practice social distancing which includes maintaining a distance of 1.5 metres from others at all times. “Whilst it is not possible to physically close off all playspaces and skateparks, we ask that our community act responsibly and follow the Australian Government direction,” Cox said. Source: Press release, Mar 30 Central Coast Council Media

Guy Collins with members from the rescue squad Luke Wangmann and Ash Eacott

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