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Seniors Week concert at Ettalong Robyn Creswell, Vietnam Veterans, Peacekeepers and Peacemakers Association of Australia, Gosford City Sub-Branch Richard Mehrtens, Office of Deborah O’Neill MP

he annual Seniors Week Concert was held on Thursday, March 21, at the Ettalong Leisure and Learning Centre. Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill said she was happy to host the Seniors Week Concert again this year with Chris King. “This is always such a wonderful day out, and this year was bigger than ever,” said Ms O’Neill. The 200 guests enjoyed local musical acts and performances, as well as a complimentary lunch. The contributions of long-serving community volunteers were also

recognised with an awards presentation. Three local Vietnam Veterans were presented with awards by Patricia Amphlett, also known as Little Patty. The veterans, Alan Ball, Jack Chalker and Pat Bright, have all been members of the Vietnam Veterans’ Peacekeepers and Peacemakers Association of Australia Gosford City Sub-Branch for over a decade each and have spent those years working to help other veterans on the Central Coast. The Sub-Branch has a Drop-in Centre on the corner of Beach

St and Broken Bay Rd, Ettalong, where diggers from all theatres of war and peacekeeping, in which the ADF was involved, can receive assistance with their pension applications and welfare assistance for themselves and their families. “The concert is not just about having a good time, it is a wonderful opportunity to come together to recognise the great work of so many that work tirelessly in our community and often don’t get the recognition they deserve,” said Ms O’Neill.

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Ettalong’s senior citizens’ centre was identified as fourth priority on the list, while three Peninsula Leisure Centre systems identified as priorities nine, 10 and 11 and two systems on Patonga Camping Ground were placed at number 15 on the list. In August last year, Council adopted an emissions reduction target of 20 per cent on 2010 emissions by 2025 as part of its Climate Change Mitigation Strategy. Implementation of the Strategy is underway with projects designed to reduce Council’s emissions through energy efficiency, renewable energy and direct abatement technologies. Council’s water and sewer director Mr Rod Williams reported that one of the better opportunities identified in the strategy was to

replace electric hot water systems with solar and heat pump hot water systems. “The solar hot water opportunity was assessed as having a potential to reduce Council’s emissions by 469 tonnes of CO2 equivalent per annum and deliver financial savings through reduced energy costs,” stated Mr Williams’ report. Gosford Council has agreed to apply for the maximum amount of funding available from the Local Government Energy Efficiency Program which was announced late last year by the Federal Government. The grant is for 60 per cent of the capital cost to install solar and heat pump hot water systems on community facilities. A requirement of the Local Government Energy Efficiency Program is for Council to use local suppliers to undertake the installation works. The program is a one off, noncompetitive grant with all eligible applications to be approved. Gosford Council identified a total of 22 hot water systems at 16 different sites as appropriate for

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replacement using this grant. The maximum grant amount available is $61,000 with a required Council contribution of $40,667. Mr Williams’ report stated that this would allow for the replacement of 13 to 22 hot water systems depending on the actual cost of replacement. “The hot water systems identified for replacement have been prioritised based on asset age (oldest first) and hot water usage (high usage first) to maximise cost savings to Council. “The Local Government Energy Efficiency Program provides a cost effective opportunity to replace old fossil fuel powered hot water systems with new low emissions hot water systems. “The Local Government Energy Efficiency Program is estimated to reduce energy costs by approximately $13,000 per annum. “The simple payback based on Council’s cash, project management and contingency contribution is 4.6 years.” Gosford Council Agenda, WAT.13, 26 Mar 2013

Gosford Council’s director water and sewer Mr Rod Williams’ report to Council on Tuesday, March 26, stated that the Peninsula Leisure Centre was one of Council’s top 10 energy using sites. The project involved the installation of solar thermal collectors on the Centre’s roof which provide the primary source of heat, with heat pumps and gas used as a backup. “The cost savings are estimated to be approximately $54,000 per annum giving the project a 2.6 year simple payback. “The project is also estimated to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 139 tonnes CO2-equivalent per annum,” he wrote.

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customer was given the standard advice that: “Council is unable to provide a specific date as to when works will be undertaken as all works are subject to availability of funding and resources taking into account storms and/or other urgent works.” Mr Smith said given the number of tree work applications and the list of trees assessed to be removed, Council prioritised all tree removals to ensure urgent works were carried out first. “The local government area is also subject to severe storms that cause tree damage and branch drop, sometimes blocking roads and damaging other vital services,” said Mr Smith. “This work is a priority and does impact on the planned works program. “Unfortunately, resources do not allow all trees to be attended to immediately and some trees may not be attended to within the nominated time frame. “Council is currently reviewing how it addresses the many requests it receives for tree works from residents and it hopes to be able to reduce response times in the future,” said Mr Smith. Kaitlin Watts, 28 Mar 2013 Interviewee: Mark Smith, Gosford Council

Solar pool heating is completed Gosford Council has been told that the installation of solar pool heating has been completed at the Peninsula Leisure Centre.

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The tree was initially brought to the attention of Council in 2010 by a resident of Harold St. “At the time, the tree was assessed as being in a satisfactory condition,” said Gosford Council’s maintenance coordinator Mr Mark Smith. “In June 2011, the resident at 5 Harold St complained that the tree was dangerous and it was inspected immediately. “The tree was found to have some upper canopy decay and was subsequently approved for removal. “As for each tree works request, the tree is assessed using certain safety criteria and then given a ranking to determine a timeframe for removal. “The tree in question was scheduled to be removed within 12 months. “After further requests, the customer was recently advised that the tree was now scheduled for removal by the end of April. “This is still the case, although that is qualified as being subject to availability of resources and weather conditions,” said Mr Smith. Mr Smith also said that at the time of the original notification, the

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Mr Williams stated that the Peninsula Leisure Centre building management system and heat pump control upgrade was currently underway and would involve the installation of improved pool temperature probes to control the pool heat pumps. The project is expected to reduce overheating, saving approximately 10 to 15 per cent on energy. Council also has completed a number of projects across the whole local government area such as improving streetlight efficiency, improving its carbon and energy management system, a public lighting efficiency trial, a revolving energy fund and a community energy efficiency program. Gosford Council Agenda, WAT.12, 26 Mar 2013

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Central Coast Cancer Centre ofﬁcially opened he $38.6 million Central Coast Cancer Centre ofﬁcially opened to patients on Monday, March 25, and will provide enhanced cancer care services across the region.

The Central Coast Cancer Centre encompasses new radiotherapy and expanded chemotherapy facilities at Gosford Hospital, as well as a satellite clinic and day oncology unit at Wyong Hospital. Patients will be able to receive the full spectrum of cancer services including intensive treatment, prevention, screening, palliative care and support care. The $38.6 million project was made possible by a $28.6 million contribution from the Australian Government’s Health and Hospitals Fund and $10 million from the NSW Government. Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill opened the centre and was joined by Health Minister Ms Jillian Skinner, Minister for the Central Coast Mr Chris Hartcher, Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein, Member for Wyong Mr Darren Webber and Member for The Entrance Mr Chris Spence. “The service will provide high quality and efﬁcient cancer treatment such as radiotherapy services featuring a state of the art CT scanner and two linear

Minister for the Central Coast Mr Chris Hartcher, Member for Wyong Mr Darren Webber, Member for The Entrance Mr Chris Spence, Minister for Health Ms Jillian Skinner, Cancer Voices representative Ms Kathy Smith, Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill, Candles representative Ms Lyn Smith, Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein, Cancer services director Dr Campbell Tiley and Central Coast Local Health District chair Mr Paul Tonkin at the Cancer Centre ribbon cutting

an information centre for patients, carers and staff, provided through a partnership arrangement with the Cancer Council”. Ms O’Neill said patients, families, and the local health community had been crying out for local cancer treatment for nearly 20 years. “Cancer patients on the Coast will now have access to cancer services of the highest standard right here in our region, reducing the need to suffer the pain and indignity of traveling to Sydney or Newcastle. “Having bulk billed treatment services here on

the Coast will also mean that patients and their families won’t need to make the tough decision to mortgage their homes or get a loan to pay for private treatment. “All Australians with cancer should have access to the right care, close to their homes and loved ones, irrespective of where they live or their social circumstances. “I commend the work of Kathy Smith of Cancer Voices, Lyn Smith from the Candles Cancer Support Group, as well as Paul Tonkin and Matt Hanrahan from Gosford Hospital for

their hard work in lobbying successive State and Federal Government to ensure that our locals have access to this vital service,” Ms O’Neill said. The Central Coast Cancer Centre includes three radiotherapy bunkers, two linear accelerators, radiotherapy planning and support areas, expansion of chemotherapy treatment spaces from 10 to 15, patient consultation areas, waiting and reception spaces, multi-disciplinary consulting rooms, cancer patient information and support services for patients, carers and

clinicians, refurbishment of existing space to accommodate multidisciplinary consulting accommodation at Wyong including waiting and reception functions and a range of associated treatment and planning equipment including one computed tomography (CT) scanner. Media Release, 24 Mar 2013 Richard Mehrtens, Ofﬁce of Deborah O’Neill MP Media Release, 25 Mar 2013 Terry Hayes, Northern Sydney Central Coast Health

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accelerators providing pinpoint accuracy during treatment,” said Ms Skinner. “The two linear accelerators will have the capacity to treat close to 800 patients each year,” she said. Mr Hartcher said, “The new centre will include an area for professional development to educate the local workforce including teaching, training and research; a very important feature in an age of rapidly advancing technology, new drugs and improved treatment methods”. Mr Holstein said, “The facility will also feature

arkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council (LALC) at Wyong is building a new 109 lot development at Menindee Ridge, Blue Haven.

Following the sale of almost all stage one lots in less than six months at Menindee Ridge, Darkinjung LALC is preparing to release stage 1A lot sales in the coming months. Commenting on the December 2012 Housing Affordability Review commissioned by Paciﬁc Link Housing, Darkinjung LALC’s CEO Mr Sean Gordon said that developments such as Menindee Ridge were essential to the future planning for the region. The research projected that the Central Coast’s population would grow by 39% in 2036, presenting a number of infrastructure challenges and highlighting the need to prioritise affordable housing. “It is concerning to hear that by 2036, the Central Coast will need more than 50,000 new houses to accommodate the population’s growth,” said Mr Gordon. “Menindee Ridge demonstrates a real opportunity to meet the growth needs of the Central Coast and Darkinjung is proud to be planning for the future of

our region.” A discussion paper released by the Department of Planning and Infrastructure titled Sydney over the next 20 years has revealed that Sydney’s population estimates for 2031 are far higher than anticipated in its 2005 Metropolitan Strategy, resulting in demand for more than 570,000 new homes. In response to this, Mr Gordon said that the Central Coast must be prepared to accommodate the on-ﬂow of Sydney’s burgeoning population. “As the largest land owner on the Central Coast, we understand that it is our responsibility to work with other key stakeholders to ensure the region is prepared for the future,” said Mr Gordon. “In addition to Menindee Ridge, Darkinjung is continually exploring opportunities to offer affordable housing options to the region. “We are currently in the process of working through a development application with our land holdings at Halekulani through the future establishment of a Manufactured Home

Estate comprised of 251 dwellings. “Along with delivering affordable and sustainable residences to the local community, this project will create a number of employment and enterprise development opportunities,” he said. Media release, 18 Mar 2013 Alison Orren, Brilliant Logic

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Seniors Week concert at Ettalong Robyn Creswell, Vietnam Veterans, Peacekeepers and Peacemakers Association of Australia, Gosford City Sub-Branch Richard Mehrtens, Office of Deborah O’Neill MP

Garry Mensforth, Donnica Clarke Foundation

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ew regional sport and recreation facilities are being considered for land on South Tacoma Rd in Tuggerah following an agreement made by Wyong Council to proceed with the compulsory acquisition of Crown land in the area.

Councillors said they felt that the area was in great need of a quality sporting and recreation complex and the more quickly Council moved to secure the land, the sooner funding could be sourced to deliver an outcome for the community. The Crown requires some lots to be compensated at market value and Council agreed that it would compensate the Crown at market value as determined by the Valuer General for lots where this was required. Council has been in discussions with Crown Lands Division concerning the possible transfer of the land, located near the Pioneer Dairy, to Council for the purpose of pursuing the public benefit development

of the site as a sporting precinct. The Crown Lands Division suggested that it would consider allowing Council to acquire the property for nominal consideration. It is the usual policy of the Crown Lands Division to allow Council to acquire Crown Land by compulsory process and, where agreement on the amount of compensation had been reached, compulsory acquisition would proceed pursuant to Section 30 of the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act. The site is identified as a suitable location for development of a sports precinct with part of the site also developed as a commercial precinct. According to Council, the proposal for a commercial precinct was on the basis that the whole area was not required for the sports precinct and that the return from the commercial precinct would offset some of the development costs of the sports precinct. Acquiring the land is the first step and development will only proceed with State funding to a level suitable for Council to invest.

he annual Seniors Week Concert was held on Thursday, March 21, at the Ettalong Leisure and Learning Centre.

Class of 2013 (absent Tori Pendergast, Jai Opetaia, Alex Fitch & Brittany Tait)

ighteen athletes were announced as recipients of the Donnica Clarke Foundation sporting scholarship at a function in Mingara on Wednesday, March 27.

Kevin Moore and Jamie Carr were selected in athletics while Riley Mackay

was selected in barefoot skiing, Joshua Barty in Australian rules, Joshua English and Jai Opetaia in boxing, Alexandra Fitch in snowboarding and Jai McNamara and Brittany Tait in water polo. Jack Moyes and Jack Waddell were selected in surf lifesaving while Timothy Schofield was selected in royal lifesaving

(pool rescue) and surf lifesaving, Travis Smedley in cycling, Zac Stolz in golf, Riley Fitzsimmons in surf lifesaving and kayaking, Nicola McDermott in athletics (high jump), Jake O’Brien in surf lifesaving and OZTAG and Victoria Pendergast in paralympic snow sports and surf lifesaving. This year’s scholarships

took the total to 74 annual scholarships awarded over the past five years. This totalled $115,500 in payments to 41 Central Coast athletes from 22 different sports during the period since the Foundation commenced. The Foundation’s major Gala dinner fundraiser will be held on Saturday, August 3, at Mingara.

Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill said she was happy to host the Seniors Week Concert again this year with Chris King. “This is always such a wonderful day out, and this year was bigger than ever,” said Ms O’Neill. The 200 guests enjoyed local musical acts and performances, as well as a complimentary lunch. The contributions of long-serving community volunteers were also

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X:pression Festival in Wyong Katey Small, Brilliant Logic

he Salvation Army’s Oasis Youth Centre at Wyong will mark National Youth Week by holding a Festival on Friday, April 12, to promote photography, dance, music and sports. The X:pression Festival promotes the National Youth Week theme, Be Active. Be Happy. Be You. The event will be held from 3pm to 6pm and will feature photography workshops, dance demonstrations, a skate, scooter and BMX competition and live music. Oasis Youth Centre Wyong manager Ms Robyn Bust said the free festival was a fantastic event for not just local youth, but the whole community. “It’s great for the community to come together and to be able to see the work that the Salvation Army’s Oasis Youth Centre is doing,” she said. “It’s a wonderful opportunity for our young people to have some fun, learn some new skills and even win a prize in our competitions,” said Ms Bust. To celebrate the festival,

the Centre is running a photo competition for young people aged 12 to 24 where they have an opportunity to submit photos which interpret the 2013 Youth Week theme for the chance to win up to $500 in prizes. Submissions close Wednesday, April 10, with winners to be announced at the Festival. “We have some fantastic budding photographers in our local community and with Instagram and Facebook being so popular, it is only fitting that we promote these talents,” explained Robyn. “Entries are submitted through SMS, Instagram and Facebook so we urge our youth to get snapping.” Photo competition entries must include a sentence on how the photo represents the theme. Entries to be submitted by; SMS (0438 400 360), Instagram (tag @ oasisyouthcentre and #X:pressionoasis) or Facebook (add and tag facebook.com/ oasiswyong). Winners will be announced at X:pression Festival at 5:30pm.

Vivian Paulson, Warnervale Fair

he 14th annual Warnervale Fair was held on Saturday, March 23, with the community now calling for new volunteer organisers, following the retirement of members of the Fair’s unpaid committee. “Three key members of the unpaid Fair Committee are retiring after 35 combined years,” said committee member Ms Vivien Paulson. “Despite many appeals and advertising for volunteers to work on

this great committee, no-one has stepped up to the plate to learn the ropes and take over from retiring members, two of whom are in their 70s. “The Fair started in 1999 with a few stalls and a jumping castle. “These days the Fair’s motto is For the People, by the People. “It is a not-forprofit event run for the community. “In 2013, the Fair attracted over 40 stalls and numerous entertainment and activities, which were very heavily subsidised by

the sponsorship received to make the day affordable for families. “There were camel rides, zorb balls, jumping castles, slides, mini jeeps and a merry-go-round all at very affordable costs. “For instance the camels normally cost $8 a ride but ours were $3. “Some families have said that they take their children to the Warnervale Annual Fair rather than the Easter Show as the Fair is more affordable. “A Committee of eight people have worked tirelessly since the Fair in

March last year to make the 2013 bigger and better. “This year it had a very strong Harmony Day element for which some funding came from Wyong Shire Council and from the Community Relations Commission. “This Committee will be down to five people unless some volunteers come forward. “The Committee needs a new secretary, members to organise the entertainment, the stalls and the sponsorship,” said Ms Paulson.

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Trivia night as part of Youth Week celebrations

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Variety Night will be held at the Brisbane Water Secondary College, Woy Woy Campus, on May 22 and 23 from 6:30pm.

The Variety Night is the school’s annual show which presents singing, dancing and drama acts from students at both campuses. Tickets are $10 per adult, $5 for children or $25 for a family. Guests will also have access to the canteen on the night.

Crazy Whist Day at Glengara

Laurie Alexander, Office of Chris Spence MP

he Glengara R e s i d e n t s Committee, in conjunction with the Inner Wheel of Wyong, held a Crazy Whist Day at Glengara Retirement Village on Saturday, March 23, to raise funds for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren. Member for The Entrance Mr Chris Spence said he was delighted that the event was held. “Last year I had the opportunity to speak to residents of Glengara Retirement Village about Grandparents Raising

Grandchildren in our community,” said Mr Spence. “And as a result, the Residents’ Committee and the Inner Wheel Club of Wyong have banded together to raise funds in support of the organisation.” Mr Spence is a patron of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren, a program run by Central Coast Family Support, which provides support for grandparents who have again found themselves in a parenting role by taking on full time care of their grandchildren. Grandparents in this

program have often stepped into the parenting role in times of crisis or loss to provide a stable home for children who may have been traumatised by distressing circumstances. The Grandparents Raising Grandchildren program provides support from advocacy, counselling and referrals to the facilitation of special support groups and respite programs such as picnics and camps. Ms Shirley Cleverly from Glengara said she was excited to be a part of organising the Crazy Whist Day.

“Mr Spence’s talk on Grandparents Raising Grandchildren last year resonated with many of the residents and inspired us to hold a Crazy Whist Day to raise funds for this great cause,” said Ms Cleverly. Mr Spence thanked the residents of Glengara and the Inner Wheel Club of Wyong for organising the Crazy Whist Day and supporting the Grandparents Raising Grandchildren program.

s part of this year’s Youth Week celebrations, the Kincumber and District Community Drug Action Team will host a free community trivia night from 6pm on Friday, April 5. Held at the Kincumber and District Neighbourhood Centre, the event aims to attract all community members including seniors to a Youth Week activity to help grow intergenerational relationships. Kincumber Youth Centre coordinator Mr Jonathan Clarke said the trivia night was a great opportunity for people of all ages to get together. “We are encouraging everyone in the community to come along for a great night of fun and entertainment in a safe and welcoming environment. “There will be a great range of prizes on offer including table and

individual prizes, lucky door prizes, fabulous food and refreshments. “The event also aims to reiterate that you can have fun on the weekend without needing to consume alcohol or other drugs,” said Mr Clarke. Teams of up to six people, or eight including children, can register for free at the Kincumber and District Neighbourhood Centre. Teams at each table will be assisted on the night by young people from Kincumber Youth Centre, who will also be accepting Certificates of Achievement for their participation in the Youth Centre programs. The evening will also feature acoustic music and dance performances. For more information call Kincumber and District Neighbourhood centre on 4363 1044 or the Kincumber Youth Centre on 4369 5633.

Book club for women

Katherine Bradfield, Peninsula Women’s Health Centre

he Peninsula Women’s Health Centre will hold its next book club event on Wednesday, April 10. The book club meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month and are an informal and social get together for women who enjoy reading

and discussing books they have read. “It is also a great place to get inspiration for new reads,” said Peninsula Women’s Health Centre coordinator Ms Katherine Bradfield. “The Centre also has a small library where you can borrow books,” she said.

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he Troubadour Folk Club featured Jeannie Lewis and Maurie Mulherron at the Woy Woy CWA Hall on Saturday, March 23. Troubadour Folk Club president Mr Michael Fine said the hall was full by the time the concert started, with those who arrived late having to stand outside. “On this late summer night in March, anything was better than missing out on this amazing concert,” said Mr Fine. “Jeannie Lewis’s soaring vocals accompanied by Maurie Mulherron’s harmonies made for an evening of inspired performance. “Like good wine, these performers just seem to get better with the years. “Those of a certain age lucky enough to have heard Jeannie or Maurie before have never forgotten. “The Central Coast audience shows they know their musicians. “Maurie and Jeannie know how to arouse and entertain with a performance that shows that quality always shines through. “Known for the musical awards she received in the 70s and 80s, and her great one woman show, Piaff, which started in Sydney’s Regent Theatre then went for months in the Opera House and in capital cities around Australia, and for many other achievements, Jeannie Lewis was always ‘the voice’.

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“She is the one who opens her mouth and sends shivers up your spine. “Her choice of songs, her attention to the meaning of every word, her soaring high notes and her growling blues voice mark her out as the one performer you always want to hear again. “And, like the great blues performers, she just seems to get better, her voice richer, her message more urgent. “On Saturday evening, she sang an amazing range of material, from folk and blues, through gospel and classical, songs of love, songs about death, songs of protest and songs of

inspiration. “Maurie Mulherron, perhaps best known for his Pete Seeger and Woody Guthrie tributes, is also a great songwriter, singer and instrumentalist in his own right. “We got to hear a couple of his original songs, as well as other memorable numbers such as the Rambo song. “His guitar and banjo playing was a treat and he showed too, that he is a mean harmonica player and a full-on one man band. “At times it felt like there was a full concert band performing. “There were some

Doggie Funday at Gosford Gosford Council Media

osford Dog Paws will host a weekend long Doggie Funday event from 10am to 3pm on Saturday, April 13, and Sunday, April 14, at Gosford Council’s Dog Pound. The event will showcase the range of dogs available for adoption as well as highlight the many other services the facility offers. Gosford Council’s coordinator compliance services Mr Warren Murphy said the event

would be a fun day out for both owners and their furry four legged friends. “This is an opportunity for residents to see firsthand the great work Gosford Dog Paws does in managing the Gosford City Dog Pound. “Residents are invited to bring along their dogs for $10 vet consultations, 50% off microchipping, doggie treats and much more. “Humans won’t miss out either, with a sausage sizzle and a range of other

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great performances too from local musicians and a visiting bush poet, the great Arch Bishop. “Karl and Leila

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while the Blues Angels Two gave us great secular gospel,” said Mr Fine. Mr Fine also performed along with Duncan Waight, Bill Bekric and George May. “Three Troubadour debutant acts also made sure they’ll be invited back,” said Mr Fine. “Ian Smith showed he knows how to perform with guitar, mandolin and voice, while Art gave us a great one man performance of Yellow from the Sun. “Mary Rose Barlow, Terry Browne and Robert Francis performed two numbers with great aplomb to rapturous applause. “With apologies to all those who came but were unable to be admitted, this was a performance those of us lucky enough to see won’t forget. “It reminds us too why you need to plan your month ahead so you don’t miss a night of the Troubadour,” said Mr Fine.

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he Central Coast will play host to a weeklong teleworking event, Central Coast Telework Week, from Monday, May 20. The event follows last year’s successful Teleworking on the Coast event, which coincided with the announcement that Regional Development Australia Central Coast (NSW) received $25,000 for this year’s Central Coast Telework Week activities. Central Coast Telework Week will see the establishment of two provisional Smart Working

Hubs with one located at Wyong and the other at Gosford. The Smart Working Hubs will be able to accommodate approximately 15 workers daily at each location. Central Coast Telework Week Committee spokesperson Kevin Bryan said: “These hubs will allow approximately 150 Central Coast residents to work closer to home during the teleworking event; that’s a massive number of people who won’t have to get up early to catch the train or do battle with the F3.” The roll-out of the

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n Introduction to Internet course for seniors will be held at The Central Coast Community college in Ourimbah on Sunday, July 21, as part of a range of technology workshops being offered to seniors this year.

“The Telstra and NSW Government’s Tech Savvy Seniors program continues its mission to engage older Australians with technology through free workshops at libraries and local community colleges across NSW,” said Minister for Ageing and Disability Mr Andrew Constance. “The sessions are part of a unique partnership with Telstra designed to help seniors understand how

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staying safe online. Telstra Country Wide area general manager for Hunter Central Coast Mr Chris Cusack said Telstra’s commitment to helping Australians benefit from new communications technologies would potentially help some of the 65,000 seniors living on the Central Coast. “The digital age presents wonderful opportunities, such as staying in touch with family, friends and making new friends through social media,” said Mr Cusack. “The convenience of smartphones and computers means access to online shopping, paying bills, banking, planning holidays and connecting to the wider community has never been easier.”

5 Lands Walk expects record number of walkers

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he 5 Lands walk is set to take place on Saturday, June 22, with a record number of walkers predicted to participate this year.

In the seven years since the nine kilometre walk began, numbers have grown steadily, exceeding a record 10,000 participants last year. This year the walk, which links the beaches of MacMasters Beach, Copacabana, Avoca, North Avoca and Terrigal, will be launched by Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill. From its beginnings in 2006, the steady growth in popularity of the Walk has encouraged its organisers to realise the ultimate goal of a permanent pathway. Last year saw elements of that goal become a reality, with grants from Gosford Council, Central Coast Tourism and the NSW Government providing more parking, better track

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number of free community courses will be held on the Peninsula next term as part of the Schools as Community Centres program. Fun with Sounds will be back at Mingaletta Hall on April 19, May 31 and June 28 from 10:30am. Fun with Sounds is an interactive program for three to five-year-olds and is just in time for Education Week. Two free parenting programs, 123 Magic and Triple P Parenting, will also be held which will teach parents strategies to deal

with difficult behaviour from children as they grow. First Aid courses will also be held again in term two from May 7 at the Schools as Community Centre. This free first aid course is an accredited TAFE course. For parents with children aged one to five years, free music classes will be held with a number of spots still available. The centre will continue to run its usual playgroups, story time and literacy projects. To register for activities, contact Philippa on 0477 317 862.

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News Arts and Crafts Day in Woy Woy Bay

Intimate night of poetry

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Powwow in Wyoming Yvonne Lamont, WOWGIRLS

W O W G I R L S PowWOW event was held on the night of Wednesday, March 20, in Wyoming which saw over 40 people attend who were representing businesses and groups on the Central Coast. The WOWGIRLS launched three new membership packages for business and groups. Sarah Tolmie, from Life and Love Celebrations, was the MC for the night and gave an overview of the WOWGIRLS, its journey and expectations for the

future. Marie-Laure Bouchet, from Usable Web Sites, gave a demonstration of what improved websites can do to showcase and promote a business or group. “It was great to see the possibilities of WOWsocial and all the simple interactive ways for women in general to find what they are looking for in just one place,” said WOWGIRLS founder Ms Yvonne Lamont. Ms Lamont explained the purpose of WOWGIRLS and her vision for the

future. “Big thanks to Jenny Kip from Aquafun sharing her experience about how WOWGIRLS has helped her business grow. “Thanks to Kate Richardson, from Beat This, for her drumming background (and breaking the ice), for the great effort of the WOWoffice team and of course, thanks to all the business and groups who attended the night,” said Ms Lamont. The next PowWOW event will be held on Wednesday, June 12, in Woy Woy.

Krait Club Easter Day Lillian Ayling, Krait Club

he Krait Club, which meets at the Cooinda Village Hall in Umina every Friday, held an Easter day on Friday, March 22. “Most of the ladies had

made their Easter hats and the men did the judging,” said Krait Club coordinator Mr Lillian Ayling. “We also had our gentle exercises for both our brain and body, and were

Vic Jefferies, Gosford Bush Poets

he Gosford Bush Poets met on Wednesday, March 27, for its monthly meeting at Gosford Hotel and, according to president Mr Vic Jefferies, the evening was an intimate affair. “With the advance party of the Gosford Bush Poets previously dispatched to the National Folk Festival in Canberra, the night proved to be an intimate night of fine poetry,” said Mr Jefferies.

“Our numbers were down somewhat with a select group of 26 attending what proved to be a rather wonderful night of great fun, entertaining and at times thought provoking verse. “It was particularly pleasing to be able to announce the release of Chris Kessey’s newest album of poetry. “The night also saw the debut of two new poets, David Keig and Alison Smith, both of whom presented some very fine work and we look

School holiday kids care program

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yong Council will hold a Vacation Care Kids program during the school holidays at Ourimbah Public School and Blue Haven Community Centre from Monday, April 15. “Council’s Kids Club program aims to assist families with the care of their primary school aged children during school holiday periods,”

said Council’s care and education coordinator Ms Beth Jones. “We provide a range of fun activities and excursions that extend and enrich the wellbeing, social competencies and recreational needs of children, while meeting the work related child care needs of families. “This holiday program has trips to the Forest of Tranquillity and Calga Walkabout as well as bushwalks and activities

celebrating the Anzac spirit. “There are so many exciting activities planned with something that every child will enjoy, we guarantee it.” Children who attend need to bring morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and a water bottle. A wide brimmed hat, sunscreen and sensible shoes are also recommended.

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forward to seeing and hearing more from David and Alison in the future. During the evening we heard from Chris Kessey, Chris’s friend Pat Lacey, June Hilton, Peter Rae, Alison Smith, David Keig, Arch Bishop, Brian Bishop and Jack Dewberry. “Just remember we will do it all again next month and we look forward to seeing you come along and enjoy what is always a good night of fun, friendship and fine poetry,” said Mr Jefferies.

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A road closure on the Central Coast

A tree down at Waratah Rd, Mangrove Mountain, which brought down 11,000 Volt powerlines

round 6,500 homes in Peats Ridge, Mooney Mooney, Kariong, Kulnura, Mount White and Narara were without power over the weekend of February 23 and 24 following severe storms in the region.

Additional crews from Ausgrid were sent from Newcastle and Sydney to assist in the restoration efforts as well as tree trimming crews to help cut away large trees and branches entangled in the electricity network. In some sections of major cable from Ausgrid's Somersby Zone Substation, large trees had fallen every 200 metres, making

the repair job even more difficult. Gosford SES controller Mr Rolf Poole said 200 calls were received from the Gosford area regarding damaged roofs, fallen trees, leaking roofs and floods. Flooding occurred on the Central Coast Highway at the Racecourse Rd intersection, Shepard St in Umina, Wells St in Springfield and Showground

Rd Narara. NSW Police deputy state emergency operations controller, assistant commissioner Alan Clarke said emergency service personnel were "frustrated that valuable time and resources were being wasted to rescue motorists who were blatantly ignoring signs that roads are closed". “We are again appealing for motorists, and members

of the public to never enter ﬂoodwaters or cross ﬂooded causeways. “It is dangerous for them and for those who have to rescue them. “Emergency services are tied up assisting people who have been affected by the weather and shouldn’t have to divert their resources to those who don’t heed warnings and act in a foolish manner. “Motorists intending to drive are urged to slow down, be patient and drive to the conditions as many

roads are affected by surface water. “Most importantly motorists need to be mindful of the dangers of flooded roads due to hidden dangers and debris. "Drivers should never enter floodwaters or cross flooded causeways,” assistant commissioner Clarke said. In the 24 hours leading up to Saturday, February 23, Narara received 36mm of rain, Kincumber 25mm and Lisarow 38mm. On Sunday, February

24, Kincumber had 64mm, Narara had 72 and Lisarow received 122mm. A number of beaches were closed over the weekend including Avoca, Copacabana, Killcare, North Avoca and Wamberal due to dangerous sea conditions. Media Release, 24 Feb 2013 Ausgrid Media Media Release, 23 Feb 2013 NSW Police Media Website, 24 Feb 2013 Bureau of Meteorology

Status of Women Committee chairperson and Australian Local Government Women’s Association NSW Branch secretary Cr Vicki Scott leading the march Photo: ValsPix

osford Council’s Status of Women Committee held its annual International Women’s Day celebrations on Friday, March 8.

The event commenced with the popular annual march down Mann St and culminated in an ofﬁcial ceremony with entertainment and a barbecue in Kibble Park. Status of Women Committee chairperson and Australian Local Government Women’s Association NSW

Branch secretary Cr Vicki Scott said that the day honoured the achievements of women right around the world. “International Women’s Day is a celebration of the powerful role of women in political, cultural and economic ﬁelds. “This year’s theme,

Voiceless Women, also provided an opportunity to highlight some of the issues women still face in our community,” Cr Scott said. Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill said she was “very proud” to march with local women to continue to advance the cause of gender equality in the community.

She said that the Labor Government had made great strides in bringing equality for women participating in workplaces around the country. “We have funded a pay increase for 120,000 female community workers, we have introduced the Workplace Gender Equality Act, and we have made record investment for skills and education for women in non-traditional employment.

“The Labor Party has a long legacy of delivering policy to help advance the status of women, and I am proud to be an Australian today as we look to our female Prime Minister, and our female Governor-General as markers of how far we have come,” said Ms O’Neill. However, Ms O’Neill said there was more work to be done. “We must ensure that we continue to work hard

to deliver a better deal for women, including nurturing female talent in traditionally male dominated industries, and bringing fairer representation to government and private sector boards.” Media Release, 7 Mar 2013 Richard Mehrtens, Ofﬁce of Deborah O’Neill MP Media Release, 25 Feb 2013 Gosford Council Media

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Opera in the Arboretum features Conservatorium students

Lisa Kelly, Central Coast Conservatorium

ourteen Central Coast Conservatorium students appeared on the program for the ninth annual Opera in the Arboretum held on Saturday, March 23, in Pearl Beach. Led by Central Coast Chamber Orchestra ensemble director Olena Zaporozhets, the Conservatorium’s premier ensemble had been rehearsing for the concert since Strings Summer School in January. Soloist Olivia Bell, who is the current Ray Allen scholarship holder at the Central Coast Conservatorium, said it was a particularly proud

moment. Olivia, 15, is currently studying eighth grade AMEB violin with Ms Zaporozhets as well as viola with head of the Conservatorium Strings Program Ms Suzanne Borrett. Olivia commenced studying a Diploma of Music this year with the Central Coast Conservatorium and is active in the Chamber Orchestra. Central Coast Conservatorium artistic director Mr Patrick Brennan conducted the Orchestra through a program that included the Summer movement of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons,

an excerpt from Mozart’s Don Giovanni, and Nessun Dorma from Puccini’s Turandot. Ms Zaporozhets also featured as a soloist with Conservatorium vocal tutor and Pearl Beach resident Ms Michaele Archer. The program for the event was put together by Ms Archer with support from the Central Coast Conservatorium. Also featuring on the program was Central Coast Conservatorium flute tutor Vanessa Ropa. Ms Ropa has appeared with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra as well as other orchestras in Sydney and internationally. She performed, along

with Sydney based harpist Verna Lee Brown and the Conservatorium’s Chamber Orchestra. “Participating in such a highly prestigious concert is a wonderful opportunity for our students,” said Mr Brennan. “It is such a wonderful event and the Conservatorium is very proud to support it. “After so many hours of preparation, it’s great to play to an appreciative audience and with such high caliber singers and a prize winning pianist such as Jem Harding,” he said. All profits from the event go toward supporting Guide Dogs.

Mother’s Day event to raise awareness of breast cancer

Kathryn Britt, Mother’s Day Classic

Mother’s Day Classic event, which raises awareness of breast cancer, will be held at Long Jetty on Sunday, May 12. The Long Jetty event involves a four kilometre walk or run. Participants can fill in a tribute card to wear on the day in memory

of a loved one or with words of encouragement to someone currently undergoing treatment. Mother’s Day Classic national manager Ms Sharon Morris said the event had become an important annual landmark for survivors and for the families of those lost to breast cancer.

“We have people running and walking in pink fancy dress, teams with quirky names like the Save the Titty Committee, and on a more sombre note, so many people walking with Tribute Cards naming the people they are walking for who may have been lost to breast cancer. “We’d encourage

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Ms Morris said for every 100 people who enter the event, only a small percentage undertake fundraising. “If every entrant could get their friends or work to support them and raise just $100 each, that would be an extra $12 million for valuable research,” said Ms Morris.

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ne Healthy Step at a Time, a community project that aims to make positive impacts on the health food choices of the community, will see a free event held at the Imperial Shopping Centre in Gosford on Saturday, April 13.

he Inner Wheel Clubs of the Central Coast will hold an Information Day and afternoon tea on Saturday, April 6, at the Green Point Community Centre from 2pm. Local women who are looking for a service club

and who are concerned about their local, national and international community have the opportunity to hear about the friendship and service based activities of the local Inner Wheel Clubs. In addition to supporting local charities, Inner Wheel’s national

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he annual Quilt Show and Exhibition, which supports local cancer care services, will be held at Wyong Race Club on Saturday, April

and other blood disorders. “Inner Wheel provides a friendly environment for women who want to make a real difference in their community,” said Inner Wheel Club of Gosford North president Pat Matthews.

As the name of the project suggests, the theme of the event is all about taking a new step towards a healthier life. At the event, healthy refreshments will be on display for the community to enjoy with recipes available for all refreshments. “We welcome everyone to the event,” said One Healthy Step at a Time event organiser Mr Peter Gray. “We will have a large array of healthy and amazingly tasty food on display, so come along

and give your taste buds a work out. “The event will be held in the Imperial Shopping Centre at Centre Court and will run twice, once from 10am to 11:30am and then from 1pm to 2:30pm. “Different refreshments will be on display each time, so we hope to see you at both. “The event is on the same day as the Gosford City Markets, so it will be a fantastic way to spend a Saturday morning by coming into Gosford and being a part of both events,” said Mr Gray.

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aureen Coker, and daughter Sarah, participated in a World’s Greatest Shave event on Friday, March 15, at Shelly Beach Golf Club and raised $961 for the Leukaemia Foundation. Berkeley Vale hairdresser Ms Meg Larsen of Luv-Le-Lox Mobile Hairdressing volunteered to shave the ladies’ heads on the night. “Maureen and Sarah were the organisers of the event,” said Ms Larsen. “They asked me to be their hairdresser and on the night we shaved both their heads; with Sarah’s hair being down to her shoulders originally. “Once we started the shave, a group of men from the audience started volunteering themselves to shave too. “They all had stories as to why they had volunteered, with one man telling how his son had cancer.

“The audience and members of the club all gave generous donations. “The Shelly Beach Golf Club set up a really great

shave area and even provided a professional host for the night,” said Ms Larsen.

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Choristers and choir director required for new choir in Wyong Max Cutbertson, St James Anglican Church

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t James Anglican Church in Wyong is forming a new church choir and is looking for a choir director and choristers to join.

“If you are new to the Wyong Shire or surrounds and would like to meet new friends, then this may be of interest to you,” said St

James Anglican Church spokesperson Mr Max Cutbertson. “We believe that there are many lonely people on the Central Coast, some by bereavement and some by moving to the Coast and leaving old friends behind. “The choir we wish to form would be open to all ages and formed under St

James Anglican Church. “We in no way see the choir’s performances being restricted purely to church functions, on the contrary, we would encourage the choir to perform in functions and competitions outside the church as an encouragement to the choristers and those that love performing in choirs.

“We also feel that a crucial part of the forming of the choir would be to have an experienced choir director. “If anybody is interested in being a choir director or chorister, please contact the church between 9:30am and 3pm,” said Mr Cutbertson.

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Dolls, bears and crafts on exhibition at Wyong in May

r i s b a n e Water Bridge Club members participated in three special bridge events last month.

The State Mixed Pairs, which was played on Monday, March 4, was won by Judith Smyth and Edward Mallinson, followed by Sylvia Foster and Jaan Oitmaa in second and Barry Foster and Hope Tomlinson in third. The Brisbane Water Bridge Club Grand National Open Teams event was contested on March 9 and

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he 16th annual Charity Doll, Bear and Craft Show will be held at Wyong Memorial Hall on Sunday, May 26, to raise funds for cancer

care services at Wyong and Gosford Hospitals. As part of the event, a doll and bear competition will take place, as well as stalls selling doll and bear accessories and clothes. Valuation of dolls and

bears can also be completed on the day. Australian made furniture and prams will be available to purchase from the stalls. Free demonstrations on making porcelain ﬂowers, arts and crafts, bead knitting and crochet items will also

10 and won by Shirley and Noel Crockett, Barbara Grant and Louis Koolen. In second place were Patricia Bowles, Marie Purkiss, Kaylee Lemon and Ronnie NG and in third place were Nancye Joss, Adele Mills, Karen Ody and Christine Hadaway. The Autumn Pairs was contested on Monday, March 11, and won by Kathy Mitchell and John Mitchell. In second place were Virginia Dressler and Carolyn Molloy and in third place were Janette Kukura and Adam Moffatt.

be showcased at the event. Entry is $6 for adults and $2 for children, with all funds being used to purchase medical and therapeutic equipment and items to beneﬁt the community.

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Peninsula facilities identified for solar hot water Three community facilities in the Peninsula area have been identified for five projects of 15 in a priority list to replace electric hot water systems with solar panels and heat pumps. Ettalong’s senior citizens’ centre was identified as fourth priority on the list, while three Peninsula Leisure Centre systems identified as priorities nine, 10 and 11 and two systems on Patonga Camping Ground were placed at number 15 on the list. In August last year, Council adopted an emissions reduction target of 20 per cent on 2010 emissions by 2025 as part of its Climate Change Mitigation Strategy. Implementation of the Strategy is underway with projects designed to reduce Council’s emissions through energy efficiency, renewable energy and direct abatement technologies. Council’s water and sewer director Mr Rod Williams reported that one of the better opportunities identified in the strategy was to

replace electric hot water systems with solar and heat pump hot water systems. “The solar hot water opportunity was assessed as having a potential to reduce Council’s emissions by 469 tonnes of CO2 equivalent per annum and deliver financial savings through reduced energy costs,” stated Mr Williams’ report. Gosford Council has agreed to apply for the maximum amount of funding available from the Local Government Energy Efficiency Program which was announced late last year by the Federal Government. The grant is for 60 per cent of the capital cost to install solar and heat pump hot water systems on community facilities. A requirement of the Local Government Energy Efficiency Program is for Council to use local suppliers to undertake the installation works. The program is a one off, noncompetitive grant with all eligible applications to be approved. Gosford Council identified a total of 22 hot water systems at 16 different sites as appropriate for

replacement using this grant. The maximum grant amount available is $61,000 with a required Council contribution of $40,667. Mr Williams’ report stated that this would allow for the replacement of 13 to 22 hot water systems depending on the actual cost of replacement. “The hot water systems identified for replacement have been prioritised based on asset age (oldest first) and hot water usage (high usage first) to maximise cost savings to Council. “The Local Government Energy Efficiency Program provides a cost effective opportunity to replace old fossil fuel powered hot water systems with new low emissions hot water systems. “The Local Government Energy Efficiency Program is estimated to reduce energy costs by approximately $13,000 per annum. “The simple payback based on Council’s cash, project management and contingency contribution is 4.6 years.” Gosford Council Agenda, WAT.13, 26 Mar 2013

the attention of Council in 2010 by a resident of Harold St. “At the time, the tree was assessed as being in a satisfactory condition,” said Gosford Council’s maintenance coordinator Mr Mark Smith. “In June 2011, the resident at 5 Harold St complained that the tree was dangerous and it was inspected immediately. “The tree was found to have some upper canopy decay and was subsequently approved for removal. “As for each tree works request, the tree is assessed using certain safety criteria and then given a ranking to determine a timeframe for removal. “The tree in question was scheduled to be removed within 12 months. “After further requests, the customer was recently advised that the tree was now scheduled for removal by the end of April. “This is still the case, although that is qualiﬁed as being subject to availability of resources and weather conditions,” said Mr Smith. Mr Smith also said that at the time of the original notiﬁcation, the

into account storms and/or other urgent works.” Mr Smith said given the number of tree work applications and the list of trees assessed to be removed, Council prioritised all tree removals to ensure urgent works were carried out ﬁrst. “The local government area is also subject to severe storms that cause tree damage and branch drop, sometimes blocking roads and damaging other vital services,” said Mr Smith. “This work is a priority and does impact on the planned works program. “Unfortunately, resources do not allow all trees to be attended to immediately and some trees may not be attended to within the nominated time frame. “Council is currently reviewing how it addresses the many requests it receives for tree works from residents and it hopes to be able to reduce response times in the future,” said Mr Smith. Kaitlin Watts, 28 Mar 2013 Interviewee: Mark Smith, Gosford Council

Solar pool heating is completed Gosford Council has been told that the installation of solar pool heating has been completed at the Peninsula Leisure Centre. Gosford Council’s director water and sewer Mr Rod Williams’ report to Council on Tuesday, March 26, stated that the Peninsula Leisure Centre was one of Council’s top 10 energy using sites. The project involved the installation of solar thermal collectors on the Centre’s roof which provide the primary source of heat, with heat pumps and gas used as a backup. “The cost savings are estimated to be approximately $54,000 per annum giving the project a 2.6 year simple payback. “The project is also estimated to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 139 tonnes CO2-equivalent per annum,” he wrote.

Mr Williams stated that the Peninsula Leisure Centre building management system and heat pump control upgrade was currently underway and would involve the installation of improved pool temperature probes to control the pool heat pumps. The project is expected to reduce overheating, saving approximately 10 to 15 per cent on energy. Council also has completed a number of projects across the whole local government area such as improving streetlight efficiency, improving its carbon and energy management system, a public lighting efficiency trial, a revolving energy fund and a community energy efficiency program. Gosford Council Agenda, WAT.12, 26 Mar 2013

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Central Coast Cancer Centre ofﬁcially opened to patients on Monday, March 25, and will provide enhanced cancer care services across the region. The Central Coast Cancer Centre encompasses new radiotherapy and expanded chemotherapy facilities at Gosford Hospital, as well as a satellite clinic and day oncology unit at Wyong Hospital. Patients will be able to receive the full spectrum of cancer services including intensive treatment, prevention, screening, palliative care and support care. The $38.6 million project was made possible by a $28.6 million contribution from the Australian Government’s Health and Hospitals Fund and $10 million from the NSW Government. Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill opened the centre and was joined by Health Minister Ms Jillian Skinner, Minister for the Central Coast Mr Chris Hartcher, Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein, Member for Wyong Mr Darren Webber and Member for The Entrance Mr Chris Spence. “The service will provide high quality and efﬁcient cancer treatment such as radiotherapy services featuring a state of the art CT scanner and two linear

arkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council (LALC) at Wyong is building a new 109 lot development at Menindee Ridge, Blue Haven.

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of the site as a sporting precinct. The Crown Lands Division suggested that it would consider allowing Council to acquire the property for nominal consideration. It is the usual policy of the Crown Lands Division to allow Council to acquire Crown Land by compulsory process and, where agreement on the amount of compensation had been reached, compulsory acquisition would proceed pursuant to Section 30 of the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act. The site is identiﬁed as a suitable location for development of a sports precinct with part of the site also developed as a commercial precinct. According to Council, the proposal for a commercial precinct was on the basis that the whole area was not required for the sports precinct and that the return from the commercial precinct would offset some of the development costs of the sports precinct. Acquiring the land is the ﬁrst step and development will only proceed with State funding to a level suitable for Council to invest.

he annual Seniors Week Concert was held on Thursday, March 21, at the Ettalong Leisure and Learning Centre.

Class of 2013 (absent Tori Pendergast, Jai Opetaia, Alex Fitch & Brittany Tait)

ighteen athletes were announced as recipients of the Donnica Clarke Foundation sporting scholarship at a function in Mingara on Wednesday, March 27.

Kevin Moore and Jamie Carr were selected in athletics while Riley Mackay

took the total to 74 annual scholarships awarded over the past ﬁve years. This totalled $115,500 in payments to 41 Central Coast athletes from 22 different sports during the period since the Foundation commenced. The Foundation’s major Gala dinner fundraiser will be held on Saturday, August 3, at Mingara.

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Sunday April 14 Wyoming Community Centre Markets Wyoming Community Centre 9am – 2pm Mangrove Districts Market Corner Wisemans Ferry Road and Waratah Road 9am - 2pm Peninsula Waterfront Art & Produce Market Anderson Reserve, Cnr Brisbane water Drive and The Boulevarde 10am 3pm Saturday April 20 Green Point Monthly Market Day and Car Boot Sale Green Point Baptist Church carpark and surrounds 7am - 12pm Terrigal Market Day 92 Serpentine Road Terrigal 9am to1pm The Handmade and Boutique Market The Hive in Erina Fair 9am - 5pm The Entrance Farmers Markets Memorial Park, The Entrance 9am – 1pm Sunday April 21 Davistown RSL Charity Markets Davistown RSL, 19 Murna Road 9am-2pm Saturday April 27 Avoca Beachside Markets Heazlett Park Foreshore 9am-2pm Church on the Hill Markets Anglican Church The Entrance 8am to 1pm Sunday April 28 Lions Club of Woy Woy Peninsula Monthly Markets Dunban Road Car Park, Woy Woy 9am-1pm Mangrove Mountain Country Markets Cnr Wiseman’s Ferry Rd & Waratah Rd 9am - 2pm The Entrance Lions Club Markets The Entrance Cinema Car Park, Bayview Ave 8:30am – 12:30pm

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The open day will be held at the Society’s grounds in Henry Kendall St, West Gosford, with the theme, Brisbane Water Railways. An exhibition of local artifacts, images and stories

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Saturday April 6 Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service Charity Masquerade Ball, Crowne Plaza Terrigal, 7pm Central Coast Family History Society meeting, Lions Community Hall, East Gosford, 1pm Cello Masterclass with Susan Blake, Central Coast Conservatorium, 3:30pm5:30pm Central Coast Symphony Orchestra Wagner Vs Mendelssohn, Gosford High School, 8:30pm Inner Wheel Clubs Information Day, Green Point Community Centre, 2pm

Sunday April 7 Central Coast Blues Society jam session, Breakers Country Club, Wamberal, 6pm-9pm GOATS Family Festival, Koala Park, San Remo

Tuesday April 9 Solace meeting, Central Coast Leagues Club, 2pm4pm

Wednesday April 10 Central Coast Potters Society committee meeting, 6:30pm, East Gosford Member for Gosford Chris Holstein community meeting, Mooney Mooney Old School Hall, 9:30am Member for Gosford Chris Holstein community

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Thursday April 11 Central Coast Guide Dogs NSW-ACT Volunteer Support Group fundraising stall, Deepwater Plaza, 9am2:30pm Grants Writing workshop, Kariong Neighbourhood Centre, 9am-12pm Member for Gosford Chris Holstein community meeting, Kulnura Hall, 9am Member for Gosford Chris Holstein community meeting, Mangrove Mountain Hall, 10:30am Member for Gosford Chris Holstein community meeting, Spencer Fire Station, 12:30pm The Memory of Water performance, Wyong Memorial Hall, 8pm Burrun – dharra beginning exhibition opening night, The Entrance Gallery, 6pm-8pm Youth Week Rising Stars event, The Hub, Erina, 4pm6pm

Friday April 12 The Metrodome, Youth Arts warehouse The Memory of Water performance, Wyong Memorial Hall, 8pm Premier Ensemble Showcase, Anglican Church, Gosford, 7pm X:pression Festival, Oasis Youth Centre, Wyong

Wednesday April 17 Saturday April 13 4 Seasons Film and Art Night, Kariong Eco Garden, 6-9pm Fellowship of First Fleeters Central Coast, Evergreen Life Care, West Gosford, 10:30am The Memory of Water performance, Wyong Memorial Hall, 2pm and 8pm Wet Wild and Rhythm youth event, Toukley Neighbourhood Centre, 2pm-6pm Doggie Funday, Gosford Dog Paws, Pateman Rd, Erina, 10am-3pm One Healthy Step at a Time, Imperial Centre, Gosford, 10am-11:30am and 1pm-2:30pm, free Quilt Show and Exhibition, Wyong Race Club

Sunday April 14 The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, The Rhythm Hut, 4pm6pm Doggie Funday, Gosford Dog Paws, Pateman Rd, Erina, 10am-3pm

Monday April 15 School holiday pottery workshops begin, Ettalong Beach Arts and Crafts Centre, 9am-12pm and 1pm4pm Kids Holiday Musical Fiesta, The Rhythm Hut, 10:30am-12pm WilderQuest - Waterbugs Detective activity, Brisbane Water National Park, 9am11am

WilderQuest – Bush Detectives Who’s Poo is it? activity, Brisbane Water National Park. 9am-11am

Thursday April 18 The Memory of Water performance, Wyong Memorial Hall, 8pm

Friday April 19 Battle of the Bands U24 heat one, The Hub, Erina The Memory of Water performance, Wyong Memorial Hall, 8pm WilderQuest – Special Sea Creature Treasure Hunt, Bouddi National Park, 9am11am

Saturday April 20 Central Coast Italian Festival, Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort Karen Barlow, Friends of the ABC function, Peninsula Community Centre, 2pm The Memory of Water performance, Wyong Memorial Hall, 2pm and 8pm Story La Café on the Central Coast, Kariong Arts Barn, 2pm-4pm Ourimbah Hospital Auxiliary Garage Sale, 22 Walker Rd, Wyoming, 8am Dragon performance, Laycock St Theatre

Sunday April 21 Central Coast Vocal Academy launch, Peninsula Community Centre, 4pm

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oy Woy local Ms Patricia Davis again entered into the Royal Easter Show’s Arts and Crafts competition.

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class every Friday at the Ettalong Baptist Church and a knitters’ guild once a month. She that it was through the support of her knitting community that she was able to complete her entry for the Easter Show. “It was dear friends from my knitting class who encouraged me to knit again. “I was so relieved when I finished my shawl for the Easter Show,” she said. Ms Davis said she also intended to enter in the Hawkesbury Show for the sixth time which will be held this month. She said she had also set her sights on the Penrith Show, which will be held in August.

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Coast Physie and Dance performed well in the National events held in November.

The club had 17 girls aged five to 12 selected to compete at the Junior Nationals at The Concourse in Chatswood. Four of the girls, Grace Harrington aged five, Caitlin Harrison aged eight, Sophie Baxter aged 10 and Carley Rogers aged 12, made the National Final in their respective age groups. Paige Verrenkamp, Summer Johns, Karlee Frost, Maddy Rae, Kristen Gerrish and Kim Cole were all selected to compete at the Senior National Finals in their respective age groups held at the Sydney Opera House. Summer placed third place in the 15 years and

Maddy placed third in the second year Senior section. The Ladies nationals were also held at The Concourse in Chatswood with Vanessa McKeon placing first, Michelle Frost fifth and Karen Hayes, Alison Andrews and Lisa Lewis making the final in the O43s. Renee Robertson placed third and Emily Baxter fifth in the Novice Ladies while Leanne Davies placed third in the Intermediate Ladies and Margaret Harrowell placed fourth in the O53s. The club entered 11 teams and had six teams place. The seven to eight years blue team placed fourth and the seven to eight years red team received an Honourable Mention. The 13-14 years team placed second while the 15-first year seniors placed third.

The O43 pink team placed second and the O43 black team placed fifth. The Australian Physie and Dance Association (APDA) was created last year to bridge the gap between the traditional school of physical culture and the world of contemporary dance. APDA’s syllabus teaches the girls classical, contemporary, lyrical and modern jazz as well as incorporating Pilates for core strength. APDA has also introduced an accredited judging system created by professionals at the Australian sports commission. The syllabus is released in January each year with new routines and music. All APDA clubs around Australia learn the same routines in preparation for end of year competitions.

cean Beach Surf Life Saving Club beach sprinter Allison Tucker won six medals in the ladies 35 to 39 category at the NSW Masters Track and Field Championships held over the weekend of March 15 and 16 at Homebush.

Tucker won gold medals in the 60m, 100m and 200m sprints along with the triple jump with a personal best of 9.01m. She won silver in the long jump with another personal best of 4.27m and bronze in the discus. Tucker also won the ladies 35-39 beach flags event the weekend before at the NSW Masters Surf Life Saving Championships.

Where do you get it? Following is a list of all good outlets on the Central Coast where you can get your free copy of Central Coast Grandstand Avoca Avoca Bowling Club Avoca Hotel Avoca Surf Club Bateau Bay Bateau Bay Bowling Club Bateau Bay Village Newsagent Shopping Centre Chemist Community Centre Golf Driving Range Bateau Bay Hotel PCYC Red Rooster Ten Pin Bowling The Entrance Leagues Club The Footy Shop The Men’s Shed McDonalds Bellevue Road Caltex Service Station FBI Swim Centre Budgewoi Budgewoi Hotel Budgewoi Soccer Club Halekulani Bowling Club Newsagent Service Station at Budgewoi shops Swim Centre Buff Point IGA Chittaway Chittaway Service Station Chittaway Tavern Davistown Davistown RSL Doyalson North BP Service Station

Caltex Service Station Doyalson Golf Driving Range Doyalson RSL Metro Service Station Shell Service Station East Gosford Gosford Sailing Club East Gosford Hotel East Gosford Olympic Pool Empire Bay Bottle Shop Empire Bay Real Estate Empire Bay Tavern Liberty Service Station Newsagency The Entrance Bowling Club Bowls Shop Centrelink Diggers RSL Newsagent Seven Eleven Service Station The Entrance Hotel Erina Erina Fair Library Erina Leagues Club Football Shop Erina Fair Information Centre Erina Fair Jacks Bar and Grill Organic plus Service Station Erina Mall Woodport Inn Singos Meats Erina Heights Glee Ettalong Edge bike shop Ettalong Bowls

Ettalong Physiotherapist Hotel Mantra Resort Newsagency Senior Citizens Club Ettalong Memorial Club Cinema Paridiso Forresters Beach Swingers Golf Driving Range Gorokan Caltex Service Station Charm Haven Indoor Sports Centre Northlakes Tavern Tunkuwalli Newsagency Sports Club Community Centre Lake Haven shopping Centre Fitness Centre Library Newsagency Wallarah Bay Club Gosford Central Coast Leagues Club Ducks Crossing Publications Gosford Bowling Club Gosford Council Gosford Court House Gosford Hospital main entry Gosford Hospital emergency Gosford Hotel Gosford Library Imperial Centre Liquorland Littles Surf-Imperial Centre Mannings Sports

Newsagent-Manns St Police Headquarters Tourism Information Centre Gwandalan Bowling Club Corner store Service StationKanangra Dr/Orana Rd Takeaway shop Orana Rd Kariong Kariong Liquor Shop Kariong Service Station Kariong Tavern Kariong Tourist information Centre Shell Service Station Kincumber Golf Range & Sports Club Gym Kincumber Hotel Kincumber Library Kincumber swim centres Killcare The Point Cafe Lake Munmorah Lake Munmorah Bowling Club Lisarow Lisarow Service Station Niagara Park Jenny Gee Uniform Shop Community Centre Niagara Park Library Niagara Park Tavern Long Jetty Caltex Service Station Falcon Service Station Long Jetty Hotel Metro Service Station

Newsagency Service station Squash Courts Mingara BP Service Station KFC McDonalds Mingara Sports Bar Recreation Club Subway Norah Head Norah head Bowling and Sports Club North Gosford North Gosford Private Hospital The Ultimate Brew Shop North Avoca General Store and Takeaway Ourimbah Department of Sport and Recreation Metro Service Station Newcastle University Ourimbah Campus Newsagent RSL Tall Timbers Hotel Summerland Point Tennis Club News agency Triple Lakes Real Estate office Terrigal Crown Plaza Hotel Gosford City Sports Stadium Terrigal Bowlo Terrigal Hotel Terrigal Surf Club Toukley Aquatic Centre

Beachcomber Hotel Canton Beach Bowling Club Newsagent Service Station Metro Toukley RSL Toowoon Bay Toowoon Bay Service Station Tuggerah Anytime Fitness BP Service Station Hogs Breath Hungry Jacks Lone Star Tavern McDonalds Metro Service Station Newsagents Rebel Sport Subway The Foot Locker Tuggerah Lakes Shelly Beach Golf Course Umina Caltex Sevice Station Library Ocean Beach Surf Shop Paws on the Coast Peninsula Village Shell Service Station Umina Bait & TackleUmina Bowling Club Umina Caravan Park Umina Hotel Umina Newsagency Umina Surf Shop Wamberal Newsagent Caltex Service Station Breakers Country Club Lotus Cafe The Green Room

The Village Emporium The Point Cafe West Gosford Anaconda Bait and Tackle Shop Bunning’s Warehouse Golf club Golf shop Golf range Gosford Tennis Centre Honda Bikes KTM Bikes Master Builders Association Newsagent Caltex Service Station Seven Eleven Service Station Show Ground West Gosford RSL Club Woy Woy Bay View Hotel Boulevard Pub Bourke road shop Campbells Hardware Courthouse Deepwater Plaza Liquorland Everglades Country club Peninsula Community Centre Peninsula Leisure Centre Shell Sevice Station Repco TAB Woy Woy bottle shop Woy Woy Bowling Club Woy Woy Hospital Woy Woy Leagues Club Woy Woy RTA Ya Local Bait shop

Wyoming Ten Pin Bowling Wyoming Fitness Centre Woolworths Service Station Wyoming shopping Centre Wyong Alberts Cafe Canteen TakeawayNorth Wyong Dam Hotel Golf Range Hotel Pacific Hwy/ Robley Lane KFC Newsagency - Village Central Oasis Youth Pizza in the Pan Phyllus UP Service Station - Amy Close Service Station - Wyong Rd Seven Eleven Service Station Subway-Village Central Wyong Bowls Club Wyong Council Wyong Hospital Wyong Hotel -Pacific Hwy/Church St Wyong Leagues Club Wyong Racecourse Wyong RSL Wyong Tennis Club Wyong Golf Course

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On the Water

P15 - GRANDSTAND - April 4, 2013

Terrigal Ocean Swim

Mardi Love, Terrigal Surf Life Saving Club

Gosford to Lord Howe Island race record under threat

Eve Pearce

he annual Hempel Gosford to Lord Howe Island yachting race is drawing nearer and skippers have been busy laying out the early modelling of the weather patterns ahead of the event.

T he annual Terrigal Ocean Swim will be held on Sunday, April 7, with a one kilometre fun swim and a two kilometre classic swim to be held.

“It’s on again; this Sunday is the annual Terrigal Ocean Swim, which is a fun,

family friendly event with something for everyone,” said Terrigal Surf Life Saving Club president Ms Mardi Love. “The weather and swell look to be very favourable for the swim this year, and the water is absolutely balmy. “We are expecting a great turnout.

Correction to “Killcare scores at SLS Championships” John Bourne, Killcare Surf Life Saving Club

n the previous edition of Cerntral Coast Grandstand it was stated in the story “Killcare scores at SLS Championships” that Phil Tubby was the current world and national title

holder in the men’s 50 to 54 years beach flags event. Mr Tubby actually placed second to Phillip Brady of Dixon Park in Newcastle. Mr Tubby won gold in the beach relay at last year’s Australian Titles, not the beach flags.

TIDE CHART (Fort Denison)

Add one hour to the times below when Daylight Saving is in force

LAT 33° 51’ S - LONG 151° 14’ E - TIME ZONE - 1000 Times and Heights(m) of high and low waters Time - Height(m) Time - Height(m) Time - Height(m) THU - 4 0240 - 1.62 0932 - 0.45 1540 - 1.30 2122 - 0.64

FRI - 5 0352 - 1.62 1035 - 0.43 1645 - 1.37 2234 - 0.59

SAT - 6 0457 - 1.63 1130 - 0.39 1741 - 1.47 2337 - 0.52

SUN - 7 0552 - 1.65 1216 - 0.37 1829 - 1.57

MON - 8 0031 - 0.45 0642 - 1.64 1259 - 0.36 1912 - 1.64 THU - 11 0246 - 0.39 0850 - 1.52 1445 - 0.44 2105 - 1.74 SUN - 14 0447 - 0.49 1046 - 1.33 1624 - 0.60 2251 - 1.65

TUE - 9 0120 - 0.41 0727 - 1.62 1336 - 0.37 1951 - 1.70

WED - 17 0017 - 1.54 0708 - 0.62 1308 - 1.20 1840 - 0.77

THU - 18 0112 - 1.48 0807 - 0.64 1412 - 1.19 1946 - 0.80

WED - 10 0205 - 0.39 0810 - 1.57 1412 - 0.40 2030 - 1.73 SAT - 13 0407 - 0.44 1008 - 1.39 1550 - 0.55 2215 - 1.70 TUE - 16 0615 - 0.58 1214 - 1.23 1745 - 0.72

FRI - 12 0328 - 0.41 0930 - 1.45 1517 - 0.49 2140 - 1.73 MON - 15 0530 - 0.54 1128 - 1.28 1701 - 0.66 2331 - 1.60

APPROX. TIME LAG AFTER FORT DENISON Ettalong 40 min, Rip Bridge 2hrs - Wisemans Ferry 2 hrs 30 min, Koolewong 2 hrs 10 min

In view of the variations caused by local conditions and meteorological effects, these times are approximate and must be considered as a guide only. They are not to be relied on for critical depth calculations for safe navigation. Actual times of High and Low Water may occur before or after the times indicated

“Entries are still open, and we will take entries right up until half an hour before the first event on Sunday. “All money raised will go towards Terrigal Surf Life Saving Club,” said Ms Love.

Diver comes up with bends

Ian Badham, CareFlight

Sydney man was flown to hospital on Sunday, March 24, suffering a suspected case of the bends after he made two dives on the ex-HMAS Adelaide in Terrigal.

A CareFlight trauma team landed at a park near Terrigal Sailing Club to join ambulance and police teams who were caring for the man. The 42 year old, from inner city Redfern, told the CareFlight doctor he “made a second dive on the former HMAS Adelaide three hours after making a rapid ascent from a dive 32 meters down the scuttled ship”. He said that when he surfaced from the second dive to 22 meters, he “felt a sudden onset of pain, similar to symptoms of the bends”. He was then flown by CareFlight to the Prince of Wales Hospital at Randwick for further assessment by staff at the hyperbaric unit.

The race, which gets underway on Saturday, April 6, will see teams from all over the country attempt to sail from Gosford to Lord Howe Island in the fastest time possible. Skippers have said they are expecting weather conditions to be favourable for the event, and are hoping for code zero conditions. Code zero is a tight reaching sail that is the most upwind capable of all asymmetric sails and is used in the calmest weather conditions; this ensures the fastest possible sailing speeds. Using code zero sails could mean that the likelihood of breaking the current 10 year race record is a strong possibility. The current record for the fastest race time is held by Ian Treleaven, who achieved a time of 33 hours 34 minutes and 21 seconds in 2002 on his VO60 sailing boat. Treleaven raced the distance with an average speed of just short of 12 knots, a speed that is generally only possible if weather conditions are good. This year, all eyes are on Rod Jones to beat this record. The two time Australian champion is expected to complete the course in just over 30 hours in his 50 foot Alegria V, thanks to the forecasted favourable weather conditions.

Reports have said that Jones and his team, which consists of some international experts, a previous National Etchells champion and Gosford born competitor Pete Bailey, are feeling confident ahead of the race. Jones’ Alegria V was built in Gosford and has undergone extensive moderations over the past year. He previously sailed the boat under its original name, Heaven Can Wait. Another likely contender to beat the 10 year record is the VO70 Southern Excellence II. The boat is owned by deputy chairman of Southern Engineering Services, Andrew Wenham, who purchased the boat in 2010, when it was named Dragons. Upon purchase, Wenham extensively refurbished the boat, which finished second in last year’s Hobart race. Wenham then went on to race the boat in the 2012 Audi Sydney Gold Coast Yacht Race, where he again achieved second place after finishing 10th on line. Although positive about the Gosford to Lord Howe Island race, Wenham remains conservative in his predictions. He has confirmed that he would like to wait until a bit closer to the race to start making weather-based predictions on whether he expected to beat the 10 year record. Lord Howe Island sits in the Tasman Sea, around 600km directly to the east of Port Macquarie, and 900km away from Norfolk Island. It is around 10km long and just two kilometres wide at the thickest point. The organisers of the race are hoping that this

year the weather conditions would allow the contenders to use code zero sails and tight luff spinnakers. However, as is always the case, they will need to take into account sea currents, which may require a change of sails. Winning the race depends on much more than weather conditions and finely tuned vessels. Teams will have been in strict training for this event for the past year. Training for these races requires dedication and commitment on a colossal scale. Typically, competitive sailing teams can expect to work out for several hours per day, with workouts consisting of a range of cross-training regimen. Diet also plays a huge part. Skippers are expected to eat individually tailored diets high in lean protein. Athletes are also required to refrain from taking any types of performance enhancing supplements, and are even banned from taking certain painkillers. Life and daily routine need to be adjusted down to the smallest details; even the smallest trace of certain painkillers or certain types of non-prescribed medication in the body can lead to automatic disqualification from races for entire teams; all team members much be extremely careful in terms of what they put into their bodies. All of the teams’ hard work can be witnessed from 1pm on Saturday, April 6, in Broken Bay, where thousands of spectators are expected to line the shores and cheer the teams on as they set off on the gruelling voyage.

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April 4, 2013 - GRANDSTAND - P14

On the Water

Wayne Thomas is King of the River

Saratoga sailors in NSW TS16 championship

Belinda Repton, King of the River fishing competition

Gary Bowles, Saratoga Sailing Club

Senior competitors

he King of the River fishing competition was held at Spencer on Saturday, March 16, which saw 78 seniors and 17 juniors sign up.

T he NSW Hartley TS16 Championship was conducted over the Easter long weekend on the waters of the South Lake Macquarie Amateur Sailing Club (SLMASC) at Sunshine which saw six boats from the Saratoga Sailing Club (SSC) participate.

Of the 20 registered sailing boats for the competition, the six SSC boats consisted of Matrix, Benni, Raptor, Jabiru, Doreen and Woodpecker. John Horler and Gary Bowles on Matrix finished in fourth spot overall while Norm Thompson and Alan

Barrett on Benni finished in sixth spot overall. Wayne Butler and his alternating crew of Brad Anthonisz and Alison Horler finished in second spot on handicap and seventh spot overall. Andrew Penfold and Denis Hanley on Doreen finished in fourth spot on handicap. Saratoga’s youngest sailor Brad Anthonisz also picked up the Young Sailors Encouragement Award. The winds over the Easter break were varying from one knot to 10 knots which resulted in a few delayed starts for competitors. These results are the highest achieved by SSC in a Hartley TS 16 State Championship. “This is an indication that

the Saratoga Hartley fleet is increasing their sailing skills while building a strong camaraderie,” said SCC spokesperson Mr Gary Bowles. The boys on Matrix are the current third placed National Champions of the Hartley TS16s which was held over the Christmas period at Boreen Point, Lake Cootharaba, Queensland. They were the only Hartley to enter from the SCC. The wind was mostly above 20 knots and, on days, in excess of 30 knots which made for tough sailing. SSC welcomes new members with varying sailing experience to join their club.

The international aid agency of the National Council of Churches in Australia is responding with emergency assistance for people affected by the severe drought in the Horn of Africa, where more than 10 million people are at risk of starvation.

“It was a tough fish on the river with a lot of catfish caught, but never the less there were a lot of flatheads and a few jewfish, mulloway and bream,” said event coordinator Ms Belinda Repton. The senior event was won by Wayne Thomas with 39.182 points followed by Andrew Craig with 21.824

points and Mark Jones with 20.196 points. Wayne Jones also won the Biggest Fish category with his mulloway that weighed in at 1.73kg. In the junior category, Brandon Woodbury took home first place with 21.934 points, followed by Zeke Damico with 12.036 points and Cassidy Pridmore with 10.221 points. In the ladies, Lily Degan won with 8.481 points followed by Denya Gibbon with 7.975 points. The fundraiser raised over $4,000 towards the park and its upgrades. “We would like to thank

Greg and Donna, our venue hosts from Malaluka Caravan Park, for such a great place to have our event and all the extra help and support they give us each year,” said Ms Repton. “A big thanks to all the local communities of Spencer, Mt White, Neverfail, Dangar Island, Greenmans Caravan Park, Gunderman ,West Gosford, Kanwal and Umina for attending and supporting our competition which is getting bigger every year thanks to all of their support,” said Ms Repton.

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Bowls

P13 - GRANDSTAND - April 4, 2013

Veterans bowls day

Umpire course concludes

Bob Bourke, Bowls Central Coast

mpires Course o r g a n i s e r Fred Trounce from Toukley District Bowling Club recently concluded a 10 week Umpires Course which saw six new

he Veterans and Super Veterans Bowls Day was held on Monday, March 18, to coincide with Seniors Week at both Diggers at The Entrance and Munmorah United Bowling Clubs.

“The Veterans and SuperVeterans Day this year once

again proved a big hit with the older generation bowlers who had a great day out,” said Central Coast Zone 15 Bowls publicity officer Mr Bob Bourke. At Diggers, 46 players from 11 clubs enjoyed a friendly game of bowls followed by a barbecue. Meanwhile, at Munmorah United Bowling Club 74 players participated from

five clubs. Following the game, Creightons Funeral Services representative Cherylene was assisted by Vince Mulcahy, 93, and Jim Kearsley, 95, in presenting Veteran and Super Veteran badges to those who hadn’t received one in previous years.

Avoca holds Club Fours Championship

umpires achieve accreditation and two umpires reaccredited. New accredited umpires consisted of Albert Banks and David Gooch from Toukley District Bowling Club, Garry Pollock from Toukley RSL Bowling Club,

Umina fours finals finished

Ian Jarratt, Umina Beach Men’s Bowling Club

he final of the Umina Beach Men’s Bowling Club Fours Championship was played on Sunday, February 28, with Brian Burrows, Leith Woodward, Max Wilkinson and Allan Rhodes winning 24-19.

Brian’s winning team was taken on by Allan Hancock, Robert Milligan, Ken Miller and David Josh. Alan’s team leapt out of the box and, after eight ends, held a lead of three before dropping a five, which

enabled Brian’ team to lead for the first time. The match then seesawed for the next nine ends with the lead changing as one team or the other looked to be taking control. With the score at 2116, with two ends to play, it looked like Brian’s team had the game in hand, however, their opponents snatched a three on the second last end. Brian’s team held their nerve and won the match with a three on the last end, giving them a victory of 24 points to 19.

Les Simpson and Allan Webber from The Entrance Bowling Club and Ross West from Halekulani Bowling Club. Brian Fitzgerald from Toukley RSL Bowling Club and Peter Holey from Halekulani Bowling Club were re-accredited.

Monthly Triples at Umina Ian Jarratt, Umina Beach Bowling Club

wenty teams participated in the Bendigo Bank Monthly Triples at Umina Beach Bowling Club on Wednesday, March 27.

Winners on the day were Luke McBeatty, Mick Braham and Skip Allan Quinn with 3 wins plus 32.

by Mark Rayner

Woy Woy Major Pairs by Miriam cotton

oy Woy Women’s Bowling Club held its Major Pairs Championships

recently. The winners were Toni Kenny and president Barbara Champion (skip)

and the runners up were Irene Varley and Jan Fliedner (skip).

Every bequest brings us closer to a cure for cancer. he Avoca Beach Men’s Bowling Club Fours Championship was held recently which saw Kevin Bowcock and his team of Nev Hillyard, Chris

Barling and Laurie Barett emerge victorious. Bowcock’s team won 2113 to Dick Nowland’s team. Dick’s team came out firing on all fours and took an early lead of 8-1 but the experience of Kevin and

Laurie was evident as their team rallied. At the 12th end, they were tied up at 11-all. Kevin’s team then proceeded to win a number of ends in a row and locked out the game.

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April 4, 2013 - GRANDSTAND - P12

Cricket

Cricket museum opens in Mt Penang

Aidan Cuddington, CCCA

Umina wins minor premiership Bill Gregg, Umina Cricket Club Darren Webber, Chris Hartcher, James Ryan, David Smallman, Aidan Cuddington and Doug Eaton

he Central Coast Cricket Museum and Historical Collection opened in Cottage nine at Mt Penang Parklands on Friday, March 15, in the presence of local politicians, life members of the Central Coast Cricket Association (CCCA) and helpers and contributors to the project.

Central Coast Leagues Club chairman Mr James Ryan performed the opening ceremony and paid tribute to the Friends of the Long Room Trust who spent years accumulating the majority of the collection. CCCA past chairman, and the man who had the idea for the museum, Mr David Smallman spoke glowingly about the volunteers who worked hard to put the collection in its new site. He paid tribute to Di and Malcolm Emerson for their artistic contribution and to Steve Cummings for extensive cataloguing of the

collection. Mr Smallman appealed to the local politicians to ensure they do everything they can to support any project that provides new and improved sporting facilities for the youth of the Central Coast. He also emphasised that historical collections, such as the museum, provided an inspiration and example to the young. The Gosford Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shed was recognised for their assistance in building two racks for the display of cricket bats and past members of the CCCA Brian Semple and Ray Davis were congratulated for their early work on the site. CCCA executive officer Mr Aidan Cuddington spoke about how the CCCA appreciated the support of the Central Coast Leagues Club in what is a work in progress with volunteers undertaking ongoing maintenance. He also thanked all display contributors, including Sea FM for a Sachin Tendulkar framed and signed tribute bat, the

family of the late Jim White for the Emu Club items and local real-estate identity Frank Serra. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are always happy to welcome volunteers who can help with anything from garden maintenance to polishing trophies, to sorting and arranging items for display,â&#x20AC;? said Mr Cuddington. The display includes a library with a variety of books and DVDs on assorted cricket matters that are available to hire, records of matches on the Central Coast and historic memorabilia dating back to the 19th century. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Unfortunately the legendary Arthur Morris was unwell and therefore unable to attend but he sent his apologies and has supported us by lending a great range of items for display,â&#x20AC;? said Mr Cuddington. The museum is now open to the public on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 8:30am to 4:30pm.

Cricket Club publishes a century of history Wyong Council Media

yong District C r i c k e t C e n t e n a r y C o m m i t t e e presented Wyong Council with three copies of its new commemorative history book at Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ordinary meeting

of Wednesday, February 13. The book, which details the history of Wyong District Cricket Club, is titled 100 years of Wyong District Cricket. Wyong District Cricket Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s committee chairman Mr Tony Booth said the book would not have been possible without a community grant from

Council. The book is comprised of hours of research by volunteers and features several cricketing anecdotes. The book will be available at two of Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s libraries and Wyong District Cricket Club will make copies available for the public to purchase.

he Umina U13B cricket side won the minor premiership trophy over The Entrance earlier this month.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;In a game with both sides displaying great sportsmanship and respect for each other, Umina claimed a 20 run victory,â&#x20AC;?

said Umina Cricket Club secretary Mr Bill Gregg. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Umina was sent into bat and scored 6-107 off their 25 overs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ollie Jones retired on 31 not out, with solid contributions from Harrison Walker on 20, Ethan Dodds on 15 not out and James Leary on 10. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A brilliant all-round

display in the field saw The Entrance bowled out for 87. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Harrison Walker started proceedings with two early wickets claiming 2-4. â&#x20AC;&#x153;James Leary bowled and inspired spell of 2-2, with Brodie Garwood finishing them off in the last over,â&#x20AC;? said Gregg.

Cricket knockout at McEvoy

David Harris, Point Clare Public School

tudents from Point Clare Public School played students from Umina Public School at the PSSA Cricket Knockout held at McEvoy Oval on Thursday, March 18.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was an exciting and extremely close match,â&#x20AC;? said event coordinator Mr Steve Rayner. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Although the boys didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t win, they were in with a chance right up to the last few overs of the match,â&#x20AC;? said Mr Rayner. After losing the toss and being sent into bat, Point Clare were all out for 48 runs. Mitchell Wood top scored with 17 runs, with Jack Hunter and Alex Shedden also contributing. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mitchell Wood and Sam Lappan opened the bowling with such accuracy and speed that after their allowed three overs each, Umina was six wickets for six runs,â&#x20AC;? said Mr Rayner. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a fantastic performance from both boys.â&#x20AC;? After 21 overs, Umina were nine wickets for 44 runs

thanks to wickets by Jacob Lenton, George Parris and Nathan Kop. â&#x20AC;&#x153;With three overs to go, Umina, on nine wickets for 49 runs, had passed our total and won the match,â&#x20AC;? said Mr Rayner. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A special mention must go to Senjay Turner who did a fantastic job in the wicket keeping position. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Led outstandingly by Mitchell Wood, the boys played well as a team and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m extremely proud of the way they represented our school.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;At the end of the game Mr Murphy from Umina Public School congratulated the boys on their sportsmanship and the positive attitude they had displayed throughout the match. â&#x20AC;&#x153;On behalf of the team I would like to thank Damien Hurd, a former Point Clare student, for his help at training sessions and for being our scorer on the day. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The support from our parents who provided shade, drinks and cheering was greatly appreciated,â&#x20AC;? said Mr Rayner.

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P11 - GRANDSTAND - April 4, 2013

Union

Primary School Rugby Sevens

Michael Magriplis, Australian Rugby Union

Coast finish fourth in NSW Country Championships Larry Thompson

entral Coast was defeated by Illawarra by 53 points to 14 in the semi-finals of the NSW Country Rugby Union Championships played at Tamworth on the weekend of March 23 and 24.

he Primary School Rugby Sevens event was held at Sir Joseph Banks Oval in Bateau Bay on Wednesday, March 27.

This event is contested throughout NSW and open to all Year 5 and 6 primary school students in the State. The Central Coast event had eight teams from Green Point Christian College, Kariong Public School, St Mary’s Catholic Primary School at Toukley and Wyong Christian College participate. For many of the

participants it was their first experience of rugby union, so the event provided an opportunity for the sport to showcase its Olympic pathway to the next generation. Wyong Christian principal Mr Ian Liney said he was delighted with the way his boys went at the event as they eventually took out the Shield competition. Central Coast Referees CGB chair Mr Ron Nicholle said he was also impressed. “My grandson played for Green Point today at Sir Joseph Banks Oval and was very excited his school had

won the final. “It was his first day of rugby so I am so impressed with the way the day went.” Green Point Christian College capped off a great day when its One team took out the event with a 15-10 victory over St Mary’s One. This followed their win the previous year in the event which led them to become PS7 State Champions. Other winners on the day were Kariong Public School for the Plate competition and St Mary’s Catholic Primary School for the Bowl competition.

The opening stages of this semi-final were quite even with both teams having chances to post points, but it was the Central Coast who opened the scoring. A kick through by the Coast and a resulting loose ball saw winger Tom Murphy scoop up the ball and cross for a try adjacent to the posts. The conversion by fellow winger Matt Maloney took the Central Coast to a 7-0 lead. Over the next 10 to 15 minutes it was Illawarra who gained the ascendancy. They attacked strongly and went close to scoring on several occasions, but good Central Coast defence kept them out. Illawarra managed to kick a penalty goal and were able to cross for two converted tries. They jumped to a 17-7 lead at the 30 minute mark. Central Coast went close on a few occasions but several lineouts went astray and the chance to get back into match went adrift. Illawarra made things more difficult for the Coast when they crossed for their third try right on halftime to make the score at the break 22-7.

The match continued in the same vein in the second half. Central Coast was unable to post points in an effort to get back into the match. Illawarra dominated the match both in territory and possession and were able to post a further five tries in the second half. A consolation try by fullback Adam Williams, after a great individual run, saw the Central Coast score their second try. Central Coast: 14 Tries: Tom Murphy and Adam Williams Conversions: Matt Maloney 2 Illawarra: 53 Tries: 8 Conversions: 5 Penalty Goals: 1 Central Coast was defeated by Central North in the third – fourth Playoff match on Sunday with a final score of 41-24. Central North started the game well and dominated the early stages with a try within the first few minutes. The try was converted and, with a penalty goal, Central North jumped to an early 10-0 lead. The dominance was slowly worn away by Central Coast who managed to work themselves back into the game. They kicked three penalty goals to make the score 109. The remainder of the first half was an intense battle with plenty of ball movement and both teams prepared to the spread the ball wide. Central North went further

ahead midway through the half and jumped to a 20 points to nine lead, before the Central Coast kicked a penalty goal near halftime to make the score at the break 20-12. Central Coast started the second half with a run by Adam Williams and, after some good forward play and a converted try, the score became 20-19. Central Coast took the lead with 15 minutes remaining in the match and went on the attack. A pass from lock Joe Taylor to Mitch Hyde saw him race 50 metres to score a try which saw Central Coast lead 24-20 at the 65th minute mark. However, it was all Central North in the final 15 minutes. They played strong rugby in front of their home crowd and were able to cross for three tries. Central North won the match 41-24. Best players for Central Coast were flanker Bradd Sheridan, fullback Adam Williams, and halfback Doug Angus. Central Coast finished in fourth position in the Caldwell Cup competition. Central Coast: 24 Tries: Adam Williams and Mitch Hyde Conversions: Matt Maloney 1 Penalty Goals: 4 Central North: 41 Tries: 5 Conversions: 5 Penalty Goals: 2

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NRMA Colts Shield Winner Central Coast

entral Coast won the semi-final of the Colts Shield 45-0 at Tamworth against Mid North Coast.

At halftime Central Coast led by 7-0 and the game at that stage could have gone either way. They played well in the first stanza but the scores remained close. It was in the second half that the scoreboard was kept busy. The Central Coast team were able to cross for six tries in the second half to run out convincing winners. There were several great players but none were better than flanker Jarrod Grange, lock Sam Kenny, half Murray Strachan and fullback Will Magnusson.

The win placed the Central Coast into the Colts Shield Final the following day against Illawarra. Central Coast: 45 Tries: Jake Holwill, Tyron Cullen, Harley Donoghue, Will Magnusson, Jarrod Grange, Ben Finch, Brennan Wanstall Conversions: Jarrod Grange 5 Mid North Coast: 0 Central Coast Colts won the Colts NRMA Shield Final when they defeated Illawarra by 14-6. It was a free flowing game with plenty of ball movement but, at the same time, it was intense in the forwards. The backline battle was fierce and both teams gave it their all in an attempt to win the Shield.

Central Coast opened the scoring with a penalty goal and took a 3-0 lead. They followed this up quickly with a try scored by winger Jake Holwill. The try followed a great backline movement and Holwill raced across in the corner which made the score 8-0. Illawarra hit back quickly and were able to kick successive penalty goals to reduce the lead to 8-6. This remained the halftime score and also remained the score until the 25th minute of the second half. With 10 minutes to go both teams knew they could win. Illawarra were held up over the line on several occasions but great Central

Coast defence kept them out. It was a close game throughout but it was the Central Coast boys who finished the stronger team. Two great penalty goals by captain and flanker Jarrod Grange, one from the sideline, had pushed the Central Coast team to a 14-8 lead with time running out. Central Coast held on for the win and gained the NRMA Colts Shield trophy. Best for Central Coast were centre Sam Sloan and number eight Andrew Lawler. Central Coast: 14 Tries: Jake Holwill Penalty Goals: Jarrod Grange 3 Illawarra: 6 Penalty Goals: 2

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he NSW Country Rugby Union Senior and Colts Representative Squads for this year have been named with three Central Coast players in the Seniors side and one Central Coast player in the Colts side.

The squads were announced following the NRMA NSW Country Rugby Union Championships in Tamworth and include Brad Sheridan of Ourimbah, Kevin McNamara of Warnervale and Shannon Beavan of Kariong in seniors and Sam Kenny in the Colts. Selection for the GrainCorp NSW Country Cockatoos Squad was dominated by Caldwell Cup finalists and Illawarra and Newcastle

Hunter players. Cockatoos coach Col Jeffs said “he was pleased with the composition of the squad and was confident the teams selected for the various matches would do the job for NSW Country”. “A lot of factors had to be taken into consideration with the selections, especially the unavailability of several

players due to work, injury and other commitments.” The NRMA NSW Country Cockatoo Colts Squad was dominated by players from Central West and Newcastle Hunter who were joint champions in the Rowland Colts Cup. NRMA NSW Country Cockatoo Colts coach Mat Thomas said, “selection of

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ound three of the VB NSW Cup was a home game for the Wyong Roos who played against Penrith feeder club, Windsor Wolves, on Sunday, March 31. Having lost the previous two outings against the Knights and Wentworthville, the Wolves match was a must win for the Roos to keep pace with their own expectations. The Roos scored first at the 17 minute mark. Mitch Williams skirted to the short side, serving up a neat pass for winger Allen Mulia to hit at pace. Mulia poked through the Wolves’ defensive line, passed inside for Arthur Brown to tip the ball on to junior Tia Killifi to score. Brad Murray converted and the Roos led 6-0. The Roos at that stage had a 75% completion rate. Fullback Grant Nelson, ordinarily safe under the high ball, coughed it up straight from the restart, immediately giving the Wolves great field position. The Wolves pressured the Roos’ line for an extended period and, at 20 minutes, replacement Mat Robinson broke through an attempted tackle to score. Five eighth Blake Austin converted and scores were locked at six all. The Roos then regrouped and, assisted by four consecutive penalties, began threatening the Wolves’ line. As halftime loomed, the

Roos spread the ball to the left, looking to create some space on the edge. Brad Bennett passed as the Wolves defenders advanced into the Roos’ backline. Wolves’ center Tom Eisenhuth knocked the ball into the air, regathered and hared off upfield. Just as Roos’ center Arthur Brown looked likely to reel him in, Eisenhuth sent the ball outside to winger Eto Nabuli to score unopposed. Austin converted which saw the score at Roos 6, Wolves 12. Coach Stringer was critical of the Roos at halftime, especially the failure to get numbers in tackles. There were too many one on one tackles and String reminded the players it was the same defensive lapses which cost them the game against Wenty a week earlier. The Wolves raised their intensity from the start and pinned Nelson in goal at the end of their first set of six. Nelson then lost the ball after receiving a high shot to the face. The Roos answered the Wolves’ aggression with a try to Allen Mulia in the left corner. Mitch Williams broke left from dummy half finding Leivaha Pulu with a no look pass. Vaha ran straight over the top of Wolves’ half Isaac John and into space, then offloaded to brown who, in turn, passed the ball to Mulia to score.

Murray failed to covert and the score was 10-12. Windsor reacted with four unanswered tries as the Roos lost their focus in defence and surrendered field position. The game was lost and won during that 20 minute period. Wolves led 34-10. Roos’ front rower Ronnie Alovili took the initiative for the Roos and tore into the Windsor line with the ball, offloading in the traffic to a trailing Nelson to score. Murray converted and the score was Roos 16, Wolves 34. Alovili and Nelson were at it again shortly afterwards, linking with Williams who went deep into the Wolves’ territory. Windsor recomposed, attacked the Roos’ right flank and released fullback Matt Moylan into fresh air. Despite a good chase from Jay Florimo, Moylan got to the line and the score was 16-38. Alovili continued ripping into the Wolves’ defense line, clearly unsettling some of the Windsor’s more fancied forwards. Dayne Weston caught Alovili high, who was immediately to his feet and referee Adam Cassidy needed to intervene to prevent the incident escalating. Both Alovili and Weston were cautioned. Wyong received the penalty and Alovili returned fire with a strong hit up from the restart. Alovili clearly relished the

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A tree in Umina is still awaiting removal, nine months after it was scheduled for removal by Gosford Council.

Artists’ impressions of the Ettalong foreshore

Foreshore work to start in May The Oyster Eating Competition at a previous Brisbane Water Oyster Festival

$1M festival makes loss Gosford Council has been told that last year’s Brisbane Water Oyster Festival made a loss of $3660, despite claims that it had generated a turnover of close to $1 million. The council has decided to write to the festival organisers stating the sponsorship conditions have not been met. It will ask why audited reports for last year’s Brisbane Water Oyster Festival had not been provided to Council as required by the sponsorship conditions. It will ask why the Festival was run at a loss of $3660, rather than at a proﬁt as required by sponsorship conditions, so that a minimum of 50 per cent of the proﬁt could be used as seed funding for the following year. It will inform the organisers that any future sponsorship would be conditional on providing information about last year’s event and a detailed proposal for future events. The council also asked for information from its acting director

of community services. It asked why the Brisbane Water Oyster Festival Report has only recorded part of the sponsorship provided by Council and whether there were any outstanding debts relating to the festival. The report was considered in a conﬁdential Council meeting last Tuesday, February 26. The matter was discussed behind closed doors because the report contained “information that would, if disclosed, confer a commercial advantage on a person with whom the council is conducting or proposes to conduct business”. In a media release to Peninsula News after the festival last year, organisers estimated that more than 30,000 people attended the festival on Sunday, November 11. Peninsula Chamber of Commerce president Mr Matthew Wales said that the festival generated a turnover of close to $1 million. Gosford Council Agenda COM.C3, 26 Feb 2013 Photo: Naomi Bridges

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Work to upgrade the Ettalong foreshore will start in May, the Peninsula Chamber of Commerce has been told. Almost $5 million is to be allocated from a variety of sources for the work. Chamber president Mr Matthew Wales said: “Gosford Council attended the Chamber AGM and conﬁrmed that the upgrade of the Ettalong foreshore would kick off in May this year. “A total of $5 million would be spent on the works which includes the $2 million promised by the Federal Government prior to the last

Federal Election,” said Mr Wales. “While the delays to the project have been frustrating, the $5 million funding is good news with a combination of Council, State and Federal funds being made available,” said Mr Wales. “The Chamber had been previously advised that work would commence in August 2012 and then again in March 2013. “The project will include the upgrading and reclamation works along Ferry Reserve between Beach St and Bangalow St, upgrading of Lance Webb Reserve including the bicycle and pedestrian link from the

ferry wharf to Picnic Pde and major beach renourishment works which will restore Ettalong Beach to a 15 metre width. “These works are a culmination of nearly 18 years of lobbying by the Peninsula Chamber to have the foreshore upgraded so that the area can once again attract visitors to Ettalong and boost the local economy. “We are also delighted that Council may also allocate an additional $2.4 million towards the much needed revetment wall along Lance Webb Reserve that will ﬁnally repair the severe erosion in this area.

“This is important and vital investment in the local community would demonstrate Council’s commitment to boosting the fortunes of the Ettalong Beach town centre. “Council is also proposing a new café-restaurant building on the proposed reclamation area at the end of Beach St which is due to go out for public comment on March 13. “While this is inconsistent with what the Chamber envisaged as part of the plan of management, we recognise that it is an important piece of infrastructure that has the potential to raise revenue for the ongoing upkeep of the foreshore reserve,”

said Mr Wales. “We will be keen to look at the proposal and how it ﬁts within the management plan and gauge how it may further activate the foreshore area”. “Overall, the funding announcements are welcome news to the Chamber and the local business community and we look forward to the work commencing in May,” said Mr Wales. Media Release, 12 Mar 2013 Matthew Wales, Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

Patonga plan placed on exhibition Gosford Council has placed the Draft Patonga Crown Reserves and Dark Corner Cottages Crown Lands Plan of Management on public exhibition on Saturday, March 16. The document will remain on public exhibition for 28 days and Council will accept submissions for 42 days from the date it was placed on exhibition. Council will adopt the tabled documents should no submissions be received that a comprise signiﬁcant objection to the Draft Patonga Crown Reserves and Dark Corner Cottages Crown Lands Plan of Management. Should signiﬁcant objections be received, a further report will be prepared for the Council detailing submissions received.

Gosford Council’s director city services Mr Stephen Glen said in his report to Council that Patonga Crown Reserves contained public lands that provided social, recreational, environmental and economic values that had the potential to provide a range of conservation and tourism based experiences. “The draft Patonga Crown Reserves and Dark Corner Cottages Crown Lands Plan of Management will facilitate how these goals can be achieved, whilst simultaneously aiming to protect the unique character of the coastal village.” Mr Glen’s report stated that the core principles of the Plan of Management were to ensure that the essential character of the area was maintained and strengthened in a sustainable manner, and to improve the condition of, and community

access to, public areas, particularly the foreshore. They were also to address issues of public risk and safety, to manage heritage items, to manage increased demands on accommodation and commercial opportunities. Other aims were to address the adequate provision of car parking, to promote the features of the area so that they may be fairly enjoyed by all members of the community and to prevent the degradation of Crown Land caused by inappropriate or over use. In 2006, the Department of Lands provided funding for the preparation of a Plan of Management for Patonga Caravan and Camping Area which has been in progress since February 2007. In December 2007, Council was approached by the then NSW

Department of Lands requesting that the Draft Plan of Management for the Caravan and Camping Area be incorporated into a Patonga Crown Reserves and Dark Corner Cottages Crown Lands Plan of Management. Due to signiﬁcant time constraints in the preparation of the overarching Patonga Crown Reserves and Dark Corner Cottages Crown Lands Plan of Management, it was decided that the Draft Patonga Caravan and Camping Area Plan of Management be placed on public exhibition in June 2008 given its prominent foreshore location, crown land assessment, and popularity amongst both visitors and local residents. In May 2009, after review of the submissions received and further advancement of the Patonga Crown Reserves and Dark Corner Cottages Crown Lands Plan of Management,

it was decided that the amendments would need to go back out on public exhibition. The outcomes of community consultation led to the development of management objectives which included the protection of the scenic value and ecologically sustainable limits of the Land, improvements to access and circulation, continuance and improvement of public and park amenities and recreational amenities, provision of security through improved vehicular access and increased security surveillance, promotion of the area as a family friendly caravan and camping area and recreational area and recognition of the signiﬁcance and history of the land in any future management options. Gosford Council Agenda CIT.8, 5 Mar 2013

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replace electric hot water systems with solar and heat pump hot water systems. “The solar hot water opportunity was assessed as having a potential to reduce Council’s emissions by 469 tonnes of CO2 equivalent per annum and deliver financial savings through reduced energy costs,” stated Mr Williams’ report. Gosford Council has agreed to apply for the maximum amount of funding available from the Local Government Energy Efficiency Program which was announced late last year by the Federal Government. The grant is for 60 per cent of the capital cost to install solar and heat pump hot water systems on community facilities. A requirement of the Local Government Energy Efficiency Program is for Council to use local suppliers to undertake the installation works. The program is a one off, noncompetitive grant with all eligible applications to be approved. Gosford Council identified a total of 22 hot water systems at 16 different sites as appropriate for

replacement using this grant. The maximum grant amount available is $61,000 with a required Council contribution of $40,667. Mr Williams’ report stated that this would allow for the replacement of 13 to 22 hot water systems depending on the actual cost of replacement. “The hot water systems identified for replacement have been prioritised based on asset age (oldest first) and hot water usage (high usage first) to maximise cost savings to Council. “The Local Government Energy Efficiency Program provides a cost effective opportunity to replace old fossil fuel powered hot water systems with new low emissions hot water systems. “The Local Government Energy Efficiency Program is estimated to reduce energy costs by approximately $13,000 per annum. “The simple payback based on Council’s cash, project management and contingency contribution is 4.6 years.” Gosford Council Agenda, WAT.13, 26 Mar 2013

customer was given the standard advice that: “Council is unable to provide a speciﬁc date as to when works will be undertaken as all works are subject to availability of funding and resources taking into account storms and/or other urgent works.” Mr Smith said given the number of tree work applications and the list of trees assessed to be removed, Council prioritised all tree removals to ensure urgent works were carried out ﬁrst. “The local government area is also subject to severe storms that cause tree damage and branch drop, sometimes blocking roads and damaging other vital services,” said Mr Smith. “This work is a priority and does impact on the planned works program. “Unfortunately, resources do not allow all trees to be attended to immediately and some trees may not be attended to within the nominated time frame. “Council is currently reviewing how it addresses the many requests it receives for tree works from residents and it hopes to be able to reduce response times in the future,” said Mr Smith. Kaitlin Watts, 28 Mar 2013 Interviewee: Mark Smith, Gosford Council

Mr Williams stated that the Peninsula Leisure Centre building management system and heat pump control upgrade was currently underway and would involve the installation of improved pool temperature probes to control the pool heat pumps. The project is expected to reduce overheating, saving approximately 10 to 15 per cent on energy. Council also has completed a number of projects across the whole local government area such as improving streetlight efficiency, improving its carbon and energy management system, a public lighting efficiency trial, a revolving energy fund and a community energy efficiency program. Gosford Council Agenda, WAT.12, 26 Mar 2013

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Tree awaits removal, nine months later The tree was initially brought to the attention of Council in 2010 by a resident of Harold St. “At the time, the tree was assessed as being in a satisfactory condition,” said Gosford Council’s maintenance coordinator Mr Mark Smith. “In June 2011, the resident at 5 Harold St complained that the tree was dangerous and it was inspected immediately. “The tree was found to have some upper canopy decay and was subsequently approved for removal. “As for each tree works request, the tree is assessed using certain safety criteria and then given a ranking to determine a timeframe for removal. “The tree in question was scheduled to be removed within 12 months. “After further requests, the customer was recently advised that the tree was now scheduled for removal by the end of April. “This is still the case, although that is qualiﬁed as being subject to availability of resources and weather conditions,” said Mr Smith. Mr Smith also said that at the time of the original notiﬁcation, the

tudents from St Patricks Catholic Primary School in East Gosford participated in the NRL Legends Shield at Morrie Breen Oval in Kanwal on Friday, March 19. The boys’ team entered in Division A, the David Farleigh Cup. “The boys tackled well, but the opposition proved to be too good, so unfortunately the team didn’t win any games,” said acting sports coordinator Ms Rhonda Jenkins. “The boys’ team that was entered in the Terry Quinn

Cup also tried hard and won a game, drew two and lost one. “Two girls entered the Jillaroo Cup and proved that St Pat’s girls are a force to be reckoned with, winning or drawing most of their games. “Again, one of the girls’ teams made it to the grand ﬁnal and after a close match against Copacabana, lost 10-6. “The girls now have the opportunity to compete in Sydney. “Whether they won or lost, all of these teams were champions in the way they behaved and represented the school.”

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Roosters help Coast kids

Participants, aged between six and 16 years, were put through a number of basic drills by Sydney Roosters development staff and injured players Mitchell Pearce, Jared WarereaHargreaves, Shaun KennyDowall and new signing Sonny Bill Williams.

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increased attention of the opposition and led the Roos pack by example. He delivered a nice ball out the back to Williams, who went close. Murray did a trick shot from the play, passing through his legs to Vaha to crash over. Murray converted from wide out. Final score was Roos 22, Wolves 38. Pre-game, there was a feeling the Roos were building toward their ﬁrst win, but lapses in concentration rarely go unpunished at this level and, to clock off 20 minutes mid second half, was fatal. Williams was again strong for the Roos and provided the impetus and creativity for most of the attack. Alovili is ﬁnding his feet at this level and will have plenty of the opposition players looking for him in the next round. The Roos had Easter off and will verse Cronulla at Kanwal on Sunday, April 7.

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At the completion of the clinic, the entire 36 player Sydney Roosters squad made themselves available for autographs and photographs. “The entire squad were fantastic with all the children and were more than happy to chat and sign all sorts of gear on offer,” said Woy Woy Junior Rugby League Football Club Tim McParlane. “Sonny Bill Williams was a big hit for all, especially one of Woy Woy’s U15 players Lewis Laycock who was not only celebrating his birthday but got the opportunity to

meet his football hero and get a photo or two with him as well. “Jared WarereaHargreaves, the Kiwi hard man, was fantastic with everyone, especially the younger ones. “During the drills, he was having as much fun as the kids, his excitement and enthusiasm was infectious. “It was great to see players from other clubs such as Umina, Toukley and Erina, as well as children who don’t play the game having so much fun.”

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Centurions keep finals hopes alive Andrew Stark Photos: Andrew Stark

Jacob Liddle scores the opening Centurion try against the Magpies

SG Ball Cup winger Corey Drew on his way to the line during Round 7

he Central Coast Centurions Matthews Cup team are clinging to hopes of competing in this season’s final series following their hard fought 16-12 victory over the Western Sydney Academy at St Marys over the Easter weekend.

Two games in four days against Parramatta and St George remain prior to the finals and a single victory may well be enough to enable the Centurions to sneak past the Raiders into eighth spot. An injury to back rower James Methven during the round seven loss to the unbeaten Wests Magpies soured the young Centurions’ campaign.

Methven broke his jaw in two places while striving to score midway through the second half. The Woy Woy junior was unlucky to collect an accidental knee in the face as he fell under a sea of bodies on the Wests’ goal line. The Coasties led 16-12 at the time and looked to be getting on top, however, two Magpie tries in the final

James Methven just moments before suffering a season ending injury

15 minutes saw the boys from Sydney’s South West prevail. Meanwhile, the Centurions SG Ball Cup team recorded their first win of the season, scoring a 30-10 win over Western Suburbs at Woy Woy Oval on Saturday, March 23. The game began poorly for Central Coast when the Magpies scored during the opening set of the game. The Centurions steadied and four unanswered tries before half time saw a midgame advantage. Hooker Jacob Liddle dove through the ruck in the fifth minute for Central Coast’s first touchdown.

This was followed by a slick in and away with a fend from winger Corey Drew that enabled the flying three quarter to shake his minder and plunge into the left corner, an effort embellished moments later by a sideline conversion from scrum half Daniel Langbridge. Two late tries to fullback Luke Sharpe buoyed the local crowd, the second of these was laid on by an offload from Erina prop Noah Easton. Leading 20-6 at halftime, the second period was highlighted by a series of fearsome charges down the left edge from giant forward Shaq Mitchell who,

as the game wore on, found himself featured in a running battle with Wests’ big man Liam Cavana. Mitchell claimed game, set and match when, in the shadows of fulltime, he tore through the Wests’ defence and upon meeting resistance, delivered an Artie Beetson-like right arm pass to his centre Jesse Bogle for a final try of the afternoon. A week later, the Centurions U18s made it back to back wins, defeating the Western Sydney Academy 42-24 at St Marys after trailing 18-10 at half time.

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Mariners lose AFC Champions League match in Japan

Men of Football recognise McGlinchey Ray Sandell OAM, Men of Football

Michael McGlinchey, Damien Brown and David Harris, Men Of Football President.

he inaugural Central Coast Men of Football Damien Brown Medal was awarded to Mariners player Michael McGlinchey on Saturday, March 30, at the Central

Coast Leagues Club following the final A-League game of the season. Over 300 hundred Men of Football members had voted weekly during the 2012-13 A-League season for their choice of Mariners Player of the Match and

brace from crafty Brazilian Leandro Domingues helped J-League outfit Kashiwa Reysol secure a 3-1 victory over Central Coast Mariners in Japan on Wednesday, March 13.

McGlinchey finished well ahead of second placed Daniel McBreen with Trent Sainsbury a close third. Former Mariners favourite, and current youth development officer, Damien Brown, presented the Medal to McGlinchey before a boisterous crowd. The Damien Brown Medal was named following a vote by all Men of Football members who were asked to nominate a suitable Central Coast football identity who deserved recognition for services to the local game.

Patrick Zwaanswijk had given the Mariners an early lead in front of a vociferous crowd of 6,472 spectators at the Hitachi Soccer Stadium, however, Kashiwa’s class ultimately told as Nelsinho Baptista’s men claimed three Group H points against Central Coast. Zwaanswijk headed an Oliver Bozanic corner beyond Sugeno Takanori in the eighth minute of play to give the Mariners a dream start against the 2012 Japanese Emperor’s Cup winners. The Domingues managed to finish clinically past Mathew Ryan 13 minutes later to level proceedings, before Kano Kenta deftly flicked the ball into the back of the net to give Reysol a 2-1 lead 67 minutes in. Domingues was at best for Kashiwa’s third goal, which ultimately guaranteed Baptista’s team recorded maximum points from their first two 2013 AFC Champions League encounters. Back-heeling the ball into the path of the pacey Fujita Masato, Domingues then made a telling run into the box before placing his volley beyond Ryan. Central Coast Mariners’ anguish from the penalty spot unfortunately continued late on, with substitute Michael McGlinchey striking an effort from 12 yards direct at Sugeno after tireless attacker Mitchell Duke had been

tripped in the box. D i s a p p o i n t i n g l y, McGlinchey’s penalty effort was the fifth in a row the Mariners had missed in all competitions. While displeased with having lost to Reysol, Central Coast Mariners coach Graham Arnold outlined after the game that the key difference between the two sides on the night was the inspired Domingues, a player he said he believed was better than anyone currently playing in the A-League. “The only difference was their number 10, Domingues,” Arnold said. “He’s total quality. “His first finish was a great finish. “We gave away two cheap goals, and in international football if you give away possession like that you get punished. “(But) the third goal from them was absolutely world class,” he said. The Mariners went into the second game of their 2013 AFC Champions League campaign with a relatively inexperienced line-up, with Arnold opting to fill his first 11 on the evening with as many fresh legs as possible. The result of Arnold’s astute selections was a team full of running, and one able to compete determinedly with a well-oiled Kashiwa side for the majority of the match day two encounter. Arnold praised his “kids” who again proved to themselves they can compete on the international stage. “We had five 21-year-olds out there and the performance and the fight tonight was very good, it was more like I expect,” he said. “It’s an experience for the younger boys and they’re

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he Central Coast Country Music Festival was held on the weekend of Friday, March 8, to Sunday, March 10, at Memorial Park, The Entrance.

Damage of a Yarramalong Road

Flooded road in Yarramalong Valley

yong Council is cleaning up Yarramalong and Dooralong Valleys, following damage to roads from heavy rains and fallen trees on the weekend of Saturday, February 23.

“We had crews out over the weekend putting out water over road signs in many locations throughout Yarramalong and Dooralong Valleys and closing roads in those locations as well as at Warnervale,” said a Wyong Council spokesperson. “We also had crews working to clear fallen

trees from road reserves in both valleys, but mainly the Yarramalong Valley, as it seemed to cop the brunt of the poor weather. “We have an extra Rural Grading crew working to repair the gravel roads in both Valleys from ﬂood damage to the pavement and also table drains. “We will have a

better understanding of the amount of work still required by the end of the week when we can collect more information following thorough inspections.” The bad weather coincided with an urgent warning issued by NSW Police and Emergency Services asking motorists in particular to not defy

closed road instructions. Deputy State Emergency operations controller Assistant Commissioner Alan Clarke said if roads were closed it’s for a very good reason; they are flooded and dangerous. “We are again appealing for motorists, and members of the public to never enter floodwaters or cross flooded causeways. NSW Police and emergency service

personnel said they were frustrated that time and resources were being wasted to rescue motorists who were ignoring signs that roads were closed. “It is dangerous for them and for those who have to rescue them.” Motorists driving through Tuggerah on the Saturday were diverted through the Woodbury Park housing estate to return to Wyong Rd, following the closure of Anzac Rd.

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The event had a line-up of over 90 of Australia’s country artists and performers at over 25 venues throughout Wyong Shire and Gosford City. “This event is a wonderful boost for the local economy, said The Entrance Town Centre Management manager Mr Paul Barnes. “Large numbers of visitors, both locally and from out of town, came to the region to attend the festival. “We are delighted to welcome visitors to our town and the region each year for this event, which is now starting to rival other large Country Music Festivals in Australia. “The festival, having celebrated its 13th year, is not only for our local community to enjoy but is beneﬁcial to the local economy through job creation. “Picture perfect weather for the entire three days saw huge crowds gather on the foreshore of The Entrance with venues

mostly fully booked throughout the weekend. “Accommodation properties recorded

extremely high occupancy rates. “Saturday featured Simply Bushed, the

2013 Toyota Star Maker Winner Ms Kaylee Bell, Mr Craig Morrison, Camille and Stuie, Wolverines and Melinda Schneider. “Other highlights of the weekend were the junior and senior

busking competitions which attracted record entries providing free entertainment throughout the township. “ A u d i e n c e s were thrilled with performances on the Sails Stage by Kristy

James, Bryce Sainty, Liam Brew, Kelly Hope, Christie Lamb and the Brothers 3,” said Mr Barnes. Media release, 12 Mar 2013 Donna Judge, The Entrance Town Centre Management

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only going to get better out of it. “We finished the game with six or seven young boys. “Sure, it hurts to lose away from home but against the top side we’re not embarrassed.” Despite only having one point from two AFC Champions League games thus far, Arnold said he believed reaching the second round of Asia’s premier club competition was still well within his side’s reach. Gaining three points against Guizhou Renhe in Gosford on Wednesday, April 3, would place the Mariners well in the reckoning to advance to the next phase of the tournament, especially given Korea Republic’s Suwon Bluewings recorded a scoreless draw at home to the Chinese Super League side on Wednesday, March 13. “We’ve got to win our homes games now,” he said. “We’ve got the Chinese at home and we’ve got the Japanese Reysol at home as well. “I am sure we can do that.” Kashiwa Reysol 3 (Domingues 21’, 88’, Kano 67’) Central Coast Mariners 1 (Zwaanswijk 8’) Hitachi Soccer Stadium, Kashiwa Kashiwa Reysol: 2. Fujita MASATO, 3. Kondo NAOYA, 5. Musuhima TATSUYA, 7. Otani Hidekazu (c), 9. Masato KUDO, 10. Leandro DOMINGUES, 11. CLEO, 14. Kano KENTA, 21. Sugeno TAKANORI (Gk), 29. Taniguchi HIROYUKI, 30. Yamanaka RYOSUKE Substitutes not used: 1. Kirihata KAZUSHIGE (Gk), 17. Akino HIROKI, 18. Tanaka JUNYA, 19. Kimura YU, 23. Watanabe HIROFUMI, 26. Ota TETSURO, 28. Kurisawa RYOICHI Yellow cards: Nil Red cards: Nil Central Coast Mariners: 1. Mathew RYAN (Gk), 5. Zachary ANDERSON, 6. Patrick ZWAANSWIJK, 7. John HUTCHINSON (c), 8. Adriano PELLEGRINO (14. Michael MCGLINCHEY 59’), 11. Oliver BOZANIC, 13. Brent GRIFFITHS, 16. Trent SAINSBURY, 17. Anthony CACERES (18. Nick MONTOMGERY 74’), 19. Mitchell DUKE, 29. Nick FITZGERALD (9. Bernie IBINI 70’) Substitutes not used: 20. Justin PASFIELD (Gk), 15. Brad McDONALD, 24. Hayden MORTON Yellow cards: Sainsbury, Griffiths Red cards: Nil Attendance: 6,472 Referee: Ali Hamad Albadwawi (UAE)

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Football

Mariners end season on a high note Jess Norton, Central Coast Mariners Media Photo: Geoff Turner

he Central Coast Mariners finished the final round of the regular Hyundai A-League season with a 2-1 win over a 10 man Melbourne Heart outfit at Bluetongue Stadium on Easter Saturday.

A penalty in the 34th minute from leading Hyundai A-League marksman Daniel McBreen, combined with a goal from substitute Mitchell Duke after the interval, ensured the yellow and navy claimed their 11th home win of the campaign and extended their dominant record over the red and whites. In nine A-League meetings with Heart, the Mariners have won seven times, Heart just once, while the two clubs shared the points on the other occasion. With a busy schedule of AFC Champions League commitments and Finals Series football ahead, Mariners boss Graham Arnold gave a debut appearance to Brad McDonald, as well as opportunities to shine to Anthony Caceres and Brent Griffiths. The trio made the most of their chance for minutes in the first team, with each playing a solid match against John Aloisi’s side. It was a cagey start to the encounter with relatively few clear-cut opportunities created by either side. The first opportunity of the match fell to marauding right back Pedj Bojic 11 minutes in as he struck a left foot shot on target but failed to trouble Heart custodian Clint Bolton, with the goalkeeper making a comfortable save. The visitors had an opportunity to open the scoring on the 27 minute mark via the boot of Richard Garcia. The Qantas Socceroo delivered a low shot at goal from range. Fortunately for Arnold’s men, Mariner’s shot stopper Justin Pasfield produced a diving save to his right to deny the ex-Colchester United creator. Melbourne continued to press and were nearly rewarded for their efforts as Josip Tadic came close to breaking the deadlock soon after, as he fired a right foot effort from outside the box. Pasfield was once again up to the task and provided a save to thwart the Heart attack. However, things turned disastrous for the red and whites in the 34th minute

as Liberian international Patrick Gerhardt was given his marching orders after a handball on the line. Subsequently, the Mariners were awarded a penalty by referee Jarred Gillett with Hyundai A-League leading goalgetter McBreen netting his 17th goal of the campaign as he struck his powerful effort high beyond Bolton. Local junior Oliver Bozanic had a chance to double the advantage for the yellow and navy just before the interval as he fired a neat left foot effort from close range, however, Bolton made the save. Both coaches decided to make changes with about half an hour remaining in the contest. Former Mariner Dylan Macallister replaced Tadic while pacey attacker Duke was introduced for Nick Fitzgerald. Arnold’s substitution proved to be a masterstroke with Duke doubling the advantage for the home side in the 64th minute. Caceres made a run through midfield before poking a pass to Duke who finished neatly past Bolton. Duke was back in the thick of the action only moments later as he came close to adding to his goal tally, but Simon Colosimo

was in the right place at the right time to clear the ball to safety. McDonald had a great opportunity to add emphasis to the score line shortly after as he sent a curling effort from the edge of the area just past Bolton’s right post. The away side opened their account in the 73rd minute via the boot of Garcia, who found the net for the sixth time this season. The Mariners dawdled on the ball at the back before Jamie Coyne found Garcia who hit the back of the net. The yellow and navy continued to press as the clock wound down but the goals from McBreen and Duke proved enough for Arnold’s men to extend their dominant record over Heart. Following the match, Arnold praised his side’s regular season, noting that statistically his team had performed better this campaign than last. “If you look at the stats, we’re a better side than what we were last year,” Arnold said. “The stats show that we’ve had a very strong year and we’ve developed some good youngsters. “Overall I am happy with the season. “It took a side that got 34 points out of 36 to beat us over the line.”

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The Mariners have two fixtures against China’s Guizhou Renhe in the 2013 AFC Champions League Group Stage to look forward to in the coming days; matches Arnold said he believed would provide perfect preparation for the team’s sudden death semifinal fixture at Bluetongue Stadium on Sunday, April 14. “It was important for us to finish in the top two,” he said. “It’s (the Finals) going to be tough, and we’re fortunate that we’ve got the

ACL to keep us ticking over because the week off can damage teams at that time of the season. “You can lose your rhythm a bit so we’re fortunate that we do have the ACL to keep us ticking over. “It’s been a great season by us. “I’ve just got to keep the boys working hard over the next month and we’ll see what comes of it,” said Arnold. Central Coast Mariners 2 (McBreen 35’), (Duke 64’)

Melbourne Heart 1 (Garcia 73’) Bluetongue Stadium, Gosford Central Coast Mariners: 20. Justin Pasfield (Gk), 2. Daniel McBreen, 4. Pedj Bojic, 5. Zachary Anderson, 6. Patrick Zwaanswijk (c), 11. Oliver Bozanic, 13. Brent Griffiths (24. Hayden Morton 88’), 15. Brad McDonald, 17. Anthony Caceres (8. Adriano Pellegrino 79’), 21. Mile Sterjovski, 29. Nick Fitzgerald (19. Mitchell Duke 60’) Substitutes not used: 1. Mathew Ryan (Gk) Yellow cards: Caceres, Anderson Red cards: Nil Melbourne Heart: 1. Clint Bolton (Gk) (c), 4. Simon Colosimo (36. Eli Babalj 88’), 6. Patrick Gerhardt, 8. Matt Thompson, 10. Josip Tadic (9. Dylan Macallister 57’), 11. Richard Garcia, 15. David Williams, 16. Marcel Meeuwis (17. Jason Hoffman 42’), 19. Ben Garuccio, 21. Jamie Coyne, 24. Sam Mitchinson Substitutes not used: 20. Andrew Redmayne (Gk) Yellow cards: Garcia, Thompson Red cards: Gerhardt Attendance: 8,271 Referee: Jarred Gillett

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Students offered judo after school

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entral Coast Judo has partnered with the Australian Government’s Active After-School Communities (AASC) program to provide judo sessions to children in the after school time slot to encourage them to get more active.

In term one, 130 children from across the Central Coast had the opportunity to try judo as a result of the partnership. AASC Central Coast regional coordinators Karen Burke and Liesl McGrath said they were excited by the partnership and it would provide children with the opportunity to try a different sport. “Through the AASC program, children are provided with a positive introduction to sport with the aim of encouraging them to develop a lifelong love of sport by participating in club,

school or other community sport outside the program,” said Ms McGrath. Central Coast Judo coordinator Mr Shane

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Alvisio said the AASC program provided a dynamic and positive opportunity for local sporting clubs and associations to grow

membership, improve resources and aid long-term sustainability. “The AASC program creates links between children and local sporting clubs and is continually focused on promoting participation in sport and growing junior membership,” said Mr Alvisio. The AASC program allows clubs to showcase their sport, club facilities and club coaches to primary school children, parents, school teachers and other local community members. The program also provides opportunities for members of the local community to become involved as community coaches. An Australian Government initiative, delivered by the Australian Sports Commission, the AASC program is run in more than 3,200 schools and afterschool care centres in all states and territories, with approximately 190,000 children participating each semester. The AASC program provides children with the opportunity to try a wide variety of sports and other structured physical activities through a positive and fun experience. In doing so, the program aims to encourage children to develop a love of sport that motivates them to join a local sporting club and get participants and their families active for life.

he second annual Special Olympics Central Coast Charity Golf Day was held at Kooindah Waters Resort on Monday, March 18.

Fifty-four players represented 12 hole sponsors with a number of individual players also competing. “Against the backdrop of clear blue skies, the Kooindah Waters course lived up to its reputation as a top 100 course, with all players finding the fairways and greens challenging, producing a very close leader board,” said Special Olympics Central Coast chairwoman Ms Marilyn Caruanna. The perpetual trophy was

won by the team from Brian Hilton Motor Group with a net 10 under par score. Runners up were Mingara Recreation Club while the team from Terama Industries finished third. Prizes were also awarded for the female and male longest drives and closest to the pin. “The Executive and athletes of Central Coast Special Olympics sincerely appreciate the support of the golf day’s hole sponsors, players and donated raffle prizes which enabled close to $5,000 to be raised on the day,” said Ms Caruanna. “This will go towards the provision of weekly sporting activities and competitions for athletes with an intellectual disability across the Coast.”

Ettalong Public excels in sports Colin Wallis, Ettalong Public School

number of students from Ettalong Public School represented their school in sporting events this month.

Sophie Murray represented the Southern Central Coast Zone at the Metropolitan North Swimming Carnival on Monday, March 18. “A fine effort from an excellent young athlete,”

said Ettalong Public School principal Mr Colin Wallis. Brendan Hodge, Christian O’Connor and Mino Polaio were selected to represent the Southern Central Coast Zone at the Central Coast Rugby League trials while the school’s boys’ softball team played Umina on Wednesday, March 13. “Many thanks to Sam Harrison for her training and management of the team,” said Mr Wallis.

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Wyong wins zone championship

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yong Pony Club hosted and won the Zone 24 Sporting Championship on Saturday, March 23, at Jilliby Park Equestrian Grounds.

“About 40 riders from the eight Central Coast pony clubs were joined by several riders from Zone 25 based Wallsend - New Lambton Pony Club,” said Wyong Pony Club president Mr Simon Wood. “Originally planned for February as a State Sporting Qualifying event, it had to be postponed when it was rained off and that may have contributed to entries being a little down on last year. “The course was fast and the dust and grass was flying as riders competed against

the clock in 10 events on the day including barrels, bending and bonfield bounce. “Many riders recorded times well under state sporting qualifying times. “When the final points were in at the end of the day, Wyong Pony Club was crowned champion club for the second year in a row. “The event was a great warm up for the 20 odd riders in the Zone 24 sporting team who are heading off in April to compete in the State Sporting Championship at Gloucester Showground. “Organisers would like to send out a huge thank you to all the volunteers that made it a successful day,” said Mr Wood.

Gosford Hockey Club almost doubles its juniors Joshua Kent, Central Coast Men’s Hockey Association

he Central Coast junior hockey competitions kicked off on the weekend of Saturday, April 23, with Gosford Hockey Club recording a large increase in player registrations.

Last year, one team was entered into the U9, U11, U13, U15 and U17 competitions whereas this year, eight teams across the five age divisions were

entered. “We have heard from parents that the high profile of the Australian hockey teams during the 2012 Olympic coverage has probably caused this increased interest,” said Central Coast Men’s Hockey Association representative Mr Joshua Kent. “Their kids have now seen the game on TV and want to get involved, which is great news for us.”

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Competition to celebrate Youth Week

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entral Coast M a r i n e r s investor Mr Mike Charlesworth has made a substantial fresh investment to the club following an agreement made by the majority owners on the recapitalisation of the club.

s part of National Youth Week celebrations, Kariong Skate Park will play host to the Sea FM Kariong Sessions Skate, Scooter and BMX Competition on Saturday, April 6.

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The sessions are a joint initiative of The Hill Youth Centre, Brackets and Jam and the Kariong Community Action Team. Local young people will

once again organise and run the event, using the opportunity to develop skills in event management as well as essential team work, time management and organisational skills. Gosford Council youth centre coordinator Ms Michelle Tilden said the sessions were about having fun while staying active. “The sessions are a celebration of the theme for this year’s Youth Week, Be Active, Be Happy, Be You.

“Riders of all skill levels are encouraged to come along for an action packed day of skate, scooter and BMX competitions. “There is also plenty on offer for those not competing including a barbecue, demo riders, music and giveaways,” said Ms Tilden. Registration forms for the Sea FM Kariong Sessions Skate, Scooter and BMX Competition are available at The Hill Youth Centre and on council’s website.

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Discussions took place on the club’s financial position between Mr Charlesworth, Peter Turnbull and Lyall Gorman in the week of Monday, March 18. All legal documents relating to the change of majority ownership of the club have been executed. Effective immediately, Mike Charlesworth became the majority owner of Central Coast Mariners Football Club. Mr Turnbull remains as club chairman. The injection of funds allowed the immediate payment of players, coaches and staff. In addition, the funds allowed the Mariners to implement business plans

to continue the growth of the club. Mr Turnbull welcomed the agreement and thanked his fellow investors for working towards a sustainable future. “Mike, Lyall and I have always placed top priority on the good of the Mariners and Central Coast football,” said Mr Turnbull. “The club is an integral part of the Central Coast region and we are determined to build a strong and stable club. “In particular, I pay tribute to Lyall for his achievements in establishing the club. “This agreement will see Lyall sever his formal ties with the Mariners, but he’ll always have a special place in the club,” he said. Turnbull hailed the new investment by Mr Charlesworth as a turning point. “Mike is a football man like the rest of us and he has a great passion for the game and the Mariners. “Today’s agreement means the Mariners legacy will only get stronger,” said Mr Turnbull.

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Assets (except buildings) that cost $6,500 or more can be depreciated in a single pool at a rate of 15% in the year of purchase and 30% in following years. If you buy a motor vehicle costing more than $6,500, you can immediately deduct the first $5,000 and depreciate the remainder at 15% in the year of purchase and 30% in following years.

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New regional sport and recreation facilities for Tuggerah

Athletes receive scholarships Garry Mensforth, Donnica Clarke Foundation

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Class of 2013 (absent Tori Pendergast, Jai Opetaia, Alex Fitch & Brittany Tait)

ighteen athletes were announced as recipients of the Donnica Clarke Foundation sporting scholarship at a function in Mingara on Wednesday, March 27.

Kevin Moore and Jamie Carr were selected in athletics while Riley Mackay