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osford RSL Sub Branch will hold its annual ANZAC Day service and dawn service at Gosford Cenotaph on Thursday, April 25.

The dawn service will begin at 6am following a short march, which will commence at 5:45am from near the Gosford Police

Station, along Mann St to the Cenotaph. Members from the Air Force Cadets will participate in this service. The parade for the main service will form at 10:15am at the Gosford Library end of Donnison St and will march off at 10:30am. The march will proceed along Mann St to the

Cenotaph with the service to begin at 11am. Vintage cars are being made available for veterans who are unable to march. The parade will be led by Sub Branch president Mr Greg Mawson and the three 2012 Kokoda Trek recipients Ms Laine Edwards, Ms Shelby Baker and Mr Eithan Clifford.

Empire Bay Geoff Melville, Empire Bay

n ANZAC Day service will be held on Thursday, April 25, at the Cenotaph in Empire Bay from 11am. The service is conducted annually and last year attracted around 400 people with over 20

wreaths laid by exServicemen, with children representing their fathers and grandfathers and wearing their medals. Member for Terrigal Mr Chris Hartcher and Member for Robertson Ms Deborah Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neill will be present at the service while

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Brisbane Water Secondary College students Cana Bell and Tony Brown will speak and lay a wreath on behalf of the college. Students from Empire Bay Public School and Coast Christian School will also lay wreaths.

lub Wyong will host two ANZAC Day ceremonies on Thursday, April 25.

The dawn service will be held from 5:45am in the Club's car park. The mid-morning service

will then commence at 9:30am in the Wyong Town Park. A march from Hely St to the Club will follow the service. Live entertainment will be provided by the Club from 12pm with normal

Kaitlin Watts

trading following the services. CLUB Wyong representative Ms Cheryl Morris said it was great that the Club was able to provide these ANZAC Day services to residents of Wyong Shire.

Woy Woy Merv Heath, Woy Woy Ettalong RSL

he Woy Woy-Ettalong RSL has a number of events planned for ANZAC Day on Thursday, April 25, beginning with a dawn service at 5:30am at Woy Woy Memorial Park. A dawn service march will also be conducted, with those wishing to participate to assemble at Woy Woy

railway station at 5am for a 5:15am step off. The main service will be held at 10:30am with those wishing to participate in the march to assemble in the Coles car park at 9:30am for a 10am step off. The Woy Woy-Ettalong RSL will also dedicate a new plaque for the Missing in Action (North Korea) following the 10am service

at around 11:15am. Korean veterans and members of the public are welcome to attend. A luncheon will then be held at the Ettalong Beach War Memorial Club from 12pm with tickets on sale at reception. Schools are also invited to volunteer their marching bands for the 10am service.

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Gosford Council under new management osford Council has launched a new campaign which general manager Mr Paul Anderson said would change the way business is done in Gosford City.

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on beaches by dog owners and by people who did not own a dog. “There is also a desire however, for increased management of dogs in open spaces (particularly in onleash areas and dog exclusion areas) and a desire for dog owners to pick up after their dogs and control their dogs in general,” stated the report. “The strategy provides principles, strategies and specific recommendations relating to the provision for and management of dogs in open spaces. “A particular focus is placed on assessing the suitability of and guiding improvements to existing off-leash dog exercise areas. “In addition, consideration is given to establishing enclosed off-leash dog exercise areas and directions are provided for dog exclusion and on leash areas, as well as public awareness and enforcement,” stated the report.

At the meeting, councillors spoke to a gallery full of concerned residents dressed in red. Cr Gabby Bowles said the issue was a “highly emotive” one. “It is difficult to find a balance and accommodate those in the community. “If the community using the offleash areas educate and encourage each other to do the right thing (and Council works towards improving its signage etc.) there is no reason why it would be necessary to make changes at annual review time. “The strategy has been decided. “We now have a clear approach and if we all work on setting a high standard, the continued use of these great spaces can be enjoyed for years to come,” said Cr Bowles. Kaitlin Watts, 2 Apr 2013 Gosford Council Agenda CIT.13, 2 Apr 2013

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Mr Anderson said the campaign was about increasing efﬁciency and accountability and making it easy to do business in Gosford. "Since beginning in my role as general manager earlier this year, I have come to see the great potential in Gosford City," said Mr Anderson. "As a community, we must seize the opportunities that exist to help our region thrive and prosper, actively seeking out prospects for economic sustainability. "Making ourselves an attractive area for investment and growth must begin with improvements within our organisation. "We need to become a more accessible council to prospective investors and more importantly to our residents who utilise our services day to day. In line with increasing efﬁciency within the community, Council has adopted a new organisational structure. "We need to change the way we do business," said Mr Anderson. "At this point, we have

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relocated business units so that we are a whole heap easier to do business with. "We need to align our economic outcomes to have the development of our community. "We need to change our culture and public perception. "We need to deliver

on the commitments we make and we need to let this be the indicator of our success. As part of its campaign, Council staff have determined 808 development applications worth over $135 million in the past six months. "These developments

indicate that investor conﬁdence is alive and well in Gosford City; things are looking up," said Mr Anderson. Mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna said the developments illustrated "that conﬁdence is returning to the Gosford CBD and that Council's CBD strategy is starting to

show results". "We know the community needs to see things changing to fully support the Open for Business initiative and we hope they can see the changes this campaign brings. "It's an easy thing to talk positively about where we live and that is the ﬁrst step

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Rural residential development to be established in Jilliby yong Council has taken the ﬁrst steps towards establishing two new rural residential developments in the area by referring two locations, west of the freeway, to the State Government’s Gateway review process.

in the right direction," said mayor Cr McKinna. Mr Anderson has also thanked previous Councils for providing a strong foundation as the platform for moving forward. "Hopefully we can build on the relationships established by the previous Council and work together in realising the aspirations of our community. "This campaign isn't about me, or about Council, it is about our entire community coming together to revitalise, rebrand and re-emerge as leaders to make Gosford a major competitor on a regional, national and international scale," said Mr Anderson. Mr Anderson also pledged Council's support to the latest proposal for the Gosford Waterfront development. "Council is happy with the latest proposal for the redevelopment of Gosford Waterfront as it allows each stage to be managed in consultation with affected parties and the broader community. "It is exciting to all of us that things are happening on the Gosford Waterfront and across the Gosford CBD; ﬁnally we are beginning to see changes for the better in our city, said Mr Anderson. Media Release, 8 APR 2013 Gosford Council

Council resolved to send the Jilliby Stage Two Development and Old Farm located on Old Maitland Rd to the State Government in what will be the ﬁrst step in a spot rezoning process. If the rezoning is successful, it could allow rural residential developments to proceed in both locations. “There is a real need for this type of development in our Shire,” said Wyong Council mayor Cr Doug Eaton. “What these developments are about is giving people a choice of housing and we hope they will attract professionals like doctors to buy property and establish themselves in the area. “There are rural residential developments at Matcham, Holgate and Pickett’s Valley that are full of professionals and executives on high wages but we don’t have anything like this in the Shire. “As a Council, we have now taken the ﬁrst step in having two locations rezoned for the purpose of establishing rural residential developments. “There is demand for this type of land in the Shire but there’s a real shortage of it. “The land which we are proposing to rezone

is not suitable for rural use, and would certainly help to provide more rate income for Council as well as help boost our local economy. “All up, we are talking about a combined total of more than 600 hectares of land, divided into close to 500 lots ranging between one and three hectares.” Jilliby Stage Two contains 355 hectares of land, which will be the potential home for 197 lots. In addition, 76 hectares of land at this location is proposed to be set aside for conservation and drainage. The Old Farm on Old Maitland Rd is located around 2km south of the F3 Tuggerah interchange. It has been proposed to be rezoned into 270 lots in village zoning and 30 lots in environment living and conservation areas. Developing both sites is expected to create in excess of 620 jobs over 10 years. “We need a balance of housing around the Shire and, while this is at the top end of the market, we also approved a Granny Flat or Fonzie Flat at the same Council meeting,” said mayor Cr Eaton. “We are very conscious of creating housing that can cater for all budgets ranging from low cost,

affordable granny ﬂat style accommodation to these rural developments catering for highly paid professionals.” Council also requested that the State Government’s Gateway Review Panel meet with the mayor and interested councillors prior to determining both rezoning requests. “I am pleased the Department of Planning, under the current Government, is willing to look at this and potentially move it through the system,” said mayor Cr Eaton. “The process, and what we are trying to achieve, certainly has the unanimous support of this Council.”

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42nd minute strike by the competition’s Golden Boot winner Daniel McBreen on Sunday, April 14, at Bluetongue Stadium ensured Central Coast Mariners earned the right to fight for the Hyundai A-League Championship to be held at Allianz Stadium against Western Sydney Wanderers on Sunday, April 21.

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The Mariners prevailed 1-0 over Ange Postecoglou’s Melbourne Victory side and, although the scoreline suggests a tight contest, in truth the Mariners largely dominated the duel. Post-match Mariners head coach Graham Arnold labelled his outfit’s structured display as “outstanding”, noting his team’s accomplishment was against a strong Victory side. “I thought overall it was a fantastic game of football,” Arnold said. “It’s nice to beat Victory when they’re at their best. “Our performance tonight was outstanding. “We left those seven players behind (from the team’s midweek AFC Champions League trip to China) with the idea of this game, and the seven of them stepped up big time and put in the performance that we were hoping for. “Tactically, the boys carried out the game plan perfectly,” said Arnold. Central Coast enjoyed the greater share of possession and weight of chances in the first 45 and, were it not

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for some solid ‘keeping from Nathan Coe combined with some last ditch defending, the Mariners may well have been up by more than a solitary goal at the break. Striker Mile Sterjovski sent a left foot strike across the face of goal 14 minutes in which Coe claimed, before Bernie Ibini’s left foot effort four minutes later deflected off a Melbourne defender and into the path of the former SønderjyskE man. McBreen flashed an effort on the angle past the post on 26 minutes, while the same player thundered a fierce, goalbound shot into the head of Victory captain Adrian Leijer on the half hour. Victory failed to seriously trouble Mariners’ number one Mathew Ryan in the first half, and McBreen made the home team’s dominance pay three minutes before the interval.

After Ibini wriggled his way past a few defenders centrally, McBreen picked up a pass from the Australian youth international before thundering a powerful drive beyond Coe. After the interval, Melbourne attacker and Qantas Socceroos’ regular Archie Thompson scuffed a shot at Ryan on the hour, while substitute Mariner Mitchell Duke blasted a shot from the edge of the area just wide for his team 10 minutes later. Patrick Zwaanswijk lifted a long-range effort over the bar, while a well-positioned Central Coast Mariners defensive wall stopped any chance a late Marco Rojas free kick had to level proceedings. Unfortunately for Central Coast, midfielder Nick Montgomery received his second yellow card of the match in additional time at

the end of the 90 minutes, meaning he will miss the Club’s fourth Grand Final appearance in eight Hyundai A-League campaigns. Montgomery was understandably upset following the conclusion of the game, and while Arnold admitted the former Sheffield United man would be missed in the Grand Final, he said he had faith in the ability of the players he has to replace him in his team’s engine room. “Monty (Montgomery) is a big loss,” he said. “But (Youssouf) Hersi is suspended as well so that’s one each. “Luckily I’ve got some good players in Oli Bozanic as well as Anthony Caceres that can come in in that role.” Arnold said defeating Tony Popovic’s Western Sydney Wanderers would be a tough

task for his side, but his men would enter the contest well prepared. “Western Sydney Wanderers are going to be a huge challenge for us. “We’re going to have to be at the top of our game and no doubt Tony is taking down his notes with Ante Milicic and will look at the video of us. “We will work on what our strengths are and we’ll worry about ourselves and we’ll try and nullify Western Sydney’s strengths.” General tickets have sold out for the grand final game against Western Sydney Wanderers at Allianz Stadium. Corporate hospitality was still available at the time Central Coast Grandstand went to press. Fans are being urged to leave their cars at home and travel to the match on public

transport to avoid delays. Central Coast Mariners 1 (McBreen 42’) Melbourne Victory 0 Bluetongue Stadium, Gosford Central Coast Mariners: 1. Mathew RYAN (Gk), 2. Daniel MCBREEN, 3. Joshua ROSE, 4. Pedj BOJIC, 6. Patrick ZWAANSWIJK, 7. John HUTCHINSON (C), 9. Bernie IBINI, 14. Michael MCGLINCHEY, 16. Trent SAINSBURY, 18. Nick MONTGOMERY, 21. Mile STERJOVSKI (19. Mitchell DUKE 62’) Substitutes not used: 20. Justin PASFIELD (Gk), 5. Zachary ANDERSON, 11. Oliver BOZANIC, 29. Nick FITZGERALD Yellow cards: Montgomery x 2 Red cards: Montgomery Melbourne Victory: 39. Nathan COE (Gk), 5. Mark MILLIGAN, 6. Leigh BROXHAM, 9. Marcos FLORES (32. Connor PAIN 68’), 10. Archie THOMPSON, 11. Marco ROJAS, 14. Billy CELESKI (21. Spase DILEVSKI 84’), 23. Adrian LEIJER, 30. Jason GERIA, 31. Scott GALLOWAY, 33. Daniel MULLEN (26. Andrew NABBOUT 76’) Substitutes not used: 1. Tando VELAPHI (Gk), 24. Nicholas ANSELL Yellow cards: Milligan, Galloway, Broxham, Leijer Red cards: Nil Attendance: 10,651 Referee: Strebre DELOVSKI

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Last year’s ANZAC Day march in Gosford

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osford RSL Sub Branch will hold its annual ANZAC Day service and dawn service at Gosford Cenotaph on Thursday, April 25. The dawn service will begin at 6am following a short march, which will commence at 5:45am from near the Gosford Police

Geoff Melville, Empire Bay

n ANZAC Day service will be held on Thursday, April 25, at the Cenotaph in Empire Bay from 11am. The service is conducted annually and last year attracted around 400 people with over 20

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lub Wyong will host two ANZAC Day ceremonies on Thursday, April 25. The dawn service will be held from 5:45am in the Club's car park. The mid-morning service

will then commence at 9:30am in the Wyong Town Park. A march from Hely St to the Club will follow the service. Live entertainment will be provided by the Club from 12pm with normal

Kaitlin Watts

trading following the services. CLUB Wyong representative Ms Cheryl Morris said it was great that the Club was able to provide these ANZAC Day services to residents of Wyong Shire.

Woy Woy Merv Heath, Woy Woy Ettalong RSL

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addressed by other measures such as signage at each beach access entry point within the holiday park. “The dog on-leash area will also impact on the patrolled section of the beach,” stated Mr Glen’s report. Mr Glen said the Dogs in Open Spaces Strategy aimed to guide Gosford Council and interest groups on the management of dogs in open spaces and the provision of off-leash dog exercise areas. The Strategy was based on research, site visits and consultations with the community including surveys, interviews in public places and meetings with interest groups undertaken from December 2011 through to April last year. Mr Glen said the strategy confirmed that dogs were extremely important to the community and there was general community support for the provision of dog offleash exercise areas in parks and

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“It was a call to arms for locals, including celebrity residents and born and bred fishermen.” Mr Simpson said that Gosford Council was proposing to totally change the essence and tranquillity of the sleepy village of Patonga. He said residents attended the meeting to find out more information about the plan and receive guidance on the steps they should take to “nip this proposal in the bud and oppose the general thrust of the plan”. “There was a unanimous show of hands to seek legal advice, form a sub-committee and fight this with all the might of the passionate folk of Patonga. “Without asking, $5000 was donated from the Patonga Social and Recreational Club to kick start any action that is required, with residents seeking an extension of the comment deadline to allow full and democratic airing of their views. “People are concerned and angry that they were never consulted in the formation of the plan.” A larger, public meeting has been scheduled for Saturday, April 20, in the Patonga Progress Hall. All interested people are invited to attend. Media Release, 8 Apr 2013 Vanessa Ashcroft, Patonga

mapping, concerns for access for mobility impaired users and impact on the flagged area at the surf lifesaving club by the on-leash section. Support was based on children’s safety, impact on wildlife, a disregard for regulation by dog owners, people walking dogs off-leash for the length of Umina Beach, the amount of faeces left on the beach, children’s balls being taken by dogs and a desire to go back to the timed use of Kiddie’s Corner for dog off-leash exercise. According to a report from the council’s director city services Mr Stephen Glen, consideration was given to the comments and the reasons behind the proposals. “It was determined that timed use would create confusion. “The matter of guests of the adjacent NRMA Holiday Park not being aware they are entering a dog off-leash exercise area can be

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“There are recommendations in it that no-one wants, such as the removal of our tennis courts and their placement on Eve Williams Oval to provide more parking for the camping area,” according to Association president Mr Dain Simpson. “There are many controversial proposals in the plan relating to the camping area, creek foreshore, the beach, Patonga Central shops, the oval and Dark Corner. “The whole thing boils down to a very basic issue in our democratic system: the rights of local residents to determine the land management of their community. “Either we have a significant say, or we get trampled on.” Mr Simpson said more than 100 people attended a meeting at the Patonga Progress Hall on Saturday, April 6, to discuss the plan. “One thing’s for sure, these recommendations won’t happen if the people of Patonga remain as solid and determined as they were today.

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he annual Century Challenge Cycle Tour, organised by the Rotary Club of Erina, will be held on Sunday, May 19. The Tour is the largest charity cycle ride of its kind on the Central Coast and is designed for pleasure rather than competition. The three course event will start and finish at Mt Penang Parklands. The 100km and 50km rides are for cyclists aged 18 years and over while families and individuals can ride in the 20km Family and Community Challenge. Participants must be at least nine years old. This scenic cycle ride caters for all cycling enthusiasts and families wanting to keep fit. Also, for the younger children there is a Kids Challenge held within the grounds of Mt Penang for ages five to 12. The event is in its 13th year and has raised over $100,000 for local charities. Funds raised this year will again go to Coast Shelter, a Central Coast organisation which provides accommodation, food and

assistance for the homeless and needy people at risk of being homeless. The ride attracts over 500 riders each year. This year the ride has been extended to Central Coast companies encouraging them to submit teams. Registration starts at 7am on the day with the 100km riders heading off at 8am, followed by the 50km riders at 8:15am. There will be a 10 minute briefing prior to the start. Along the course there will be free cake, snakes, fruit and drink stops and all riders will receive certificates and gift bags. There will be lucky rider prizes for teams and individuals. All registered riders go in the draw for a commuter cycle, valued at over $700. On completion of the ride everyone is welcome to join in with the free sausage sizzle. Mt Penang Gardens will be open free to the public on the day with a mini expo including bike accessories, massage, chiropractic care and other information relating to fitness.

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entral Coast Bush Dance and Music Association (CCBDMA) held its Dances from the British Isles event on Saturday, March 9, and its An Evening with Miss Bennet and

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Fran Bucello called the Scottish dances at the Dances from British isles event while Ken Leslight called the Welsh dances, Maureen Houston the Irish Dances and Stephen

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Sondra Hopkins, Central Coast Campus Friends

entral Coast resident and local academic Dr Wendy Hanlen will speak at the Central Coast Campus Friends (CCCF) dinner on Wednesday, May 1, at the Ourimbah Campus’ Preview Restaurant. Community members have the chance to hear Dr Hanlen talk about her recent work in changing the NSW School Curriculum in a way that better reflects the learning needs

of indigenous students. Dr Hanlen’s talk, Cultural and Linguistic Issues for Indigenous Australians Seeking Employment and Tertiary Education will be the main attraction for the night. Community members will also have the opportunity to ask questions. Contact Sonnie Hopkins on 4324 0023 or by email at sonhopk@bigpond.net. au for more information.

Staged play reading at Gosford

Nerrida White, Uniting Productions

s part of the 2013 Australian Heritage Week and National Heritage Festival celebrations, Central Coast residents were able to tour the Old Gosford Horticultural Institute on Sunday, April 14. The free walking tour was conducted by heritage consultant Mr Chris Betteridge as well as past workers who shared their insights into the institute’s

history. Gosford Council’s heritage program coordinator Ms Rebecca Cardy said this was a special opportunity to tour a site steeped in natural and cultural heritage significance. “The Old Gosford Horticultural Institute is one of NSW’s most significant horticultural research centres with ties to viticulture, our important citrus growing history, as well as other

food producing and horticultural pursuits. “Until fairly recently the institute has been the work place of many scientists and horticulturalists and holds countless stories of the work and people that helped shaped its history. “The site is a beautiful place to visit with the area surrounded by natural vegetation which contrasts with the significant and sometimes rare cultural plantings that are integral to the institute’s history,”

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said Ms Cardy. The tour was run in conjunction with the prospective owners of the site, the Narara Ecovillage Co-operative Ltd who also provided an update on the future plans for the site. Australian Heritage Week is held from Saturday, April 13, to Sunday, April 21. The National Trust Heritage Festival will take place from Thursday, April 18, to Saturday, May 18.

niting Productions has prepared another staged play reading for its Central Coast audience which will be held on Friday, April 26, from 7:30pm at the Uniting Church Hall in Gosford Karen Ratcliffe, author and editor of About the Central Coast newsletter, will be reading Bed Among the Lentils, a monologue by well-known English writer Alan Bennett, from his Talking Heads series. Uniting Productions holds this monthly event for local writers as an opportunity to present

their written words and receive feedback on their work. Audiences are encouraged to comment on the plays and to ask the author about the characters and story line. Community members are invited to be part of the audience and enjoy the local talent. Uniting Productions is also on the lookout for budding writers who wish to present their plays and writing to an audience. Uniting Productions’ staged play readings are held on the fourth Friday of each month (except December).

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200 people attend trivia night for Mary Macs

Christine Burge, Mary Macs Place

Jeannie Lawson, Harmony Visions Eco Tours

Rock Pool Ramble at Pearl Beach and a Woy Woy Eco-Walk will be held on Sunday, April 21, from 9:45am and 1pm respectively. Harmony Visions Eco Tours tour guide Ms Jeannie Lawson will facilitate the tours and said there were a variety of things to see including coral growing in Woy Woy. “As a naturalist I have found that to really understand an environment you have to

know its history and that has led me to discover a treasure trove of people’s stories too,” said Ms Lawson. “My eco-tours are designed to share knowledge and to inspire people to appreciate the amazing natural world we live in. “The more you learn, the more fascinating it all becomes,” said Ms Lawson. Bookings are required for all walks and can be made by phoning Jeannie on 0414 414 291.

ore than 200 people attended a fundraising trivia night held at Woy Woy Leagues Club on Friday, March 15, to raise funds for Mary Macs Place. Walkers at Woy Woy Pool

“The night was very successful both socially for

those who attended and for Mary Macs Place for the support and awareness it received,” said Mary Macs Place project officer Ms Christine Burge. “Much of the success of the night was due to the generosity of the many local businesses who very

generously donated goods and vouchers for prizes. “Prizes were awarded for the teams who came first and second and wooden spoons were available for the last placed team. “There were spot quizzes during the night

and competitions were very keenly contested. “The items available for silent auction were very popular with those who attended and there were no items unsold,” said Ms Burge.

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Troubadour channels Aussie roots

Michael Fine, Troubadour Folk Club

he Troubadour Folk Club will return to its Aussie roots on Saturday, April 20, with performances from Ben Scott and Paddy Connor with Phillipa Freitag at the Woy Woy CWA Hall. “Scott is a familiar face to Australian folk and festival audiences,” said Troubadour president Mr Michael Fine. “But he is so versatile,

he doesn’t always have the chance to show the full range of his skills. “His work with The Spooky Men’s Chorale, for example, didn’t even hint at his great skill as an instrumentalist or his repertoire of gentle, affectionate compositions about Australians and the experience of Australian life. “In folk music terms he is what musical theatre

describes as a triple threat, a singer who uses harmonies beautifully, a gifted songwriter and a talented instrumentalist. “He spent time on the Australian folk - bluegrass outfit Lime and Steel, and two years, in his own words ‘behind a pint of Guinness in Dublin’. “Dublin must have evoked quite considerable homesickness because it was there that he wrote

much of his new material. “Often drawing on historical letters and journals, and his own family history, his songs tell vivid stories of real Australian life. “ D r o u g h t , transportation, life in the public service, emigration, mining, the woman’s point of view, and the trials of the avid coffee drinker, all feature in his new material, many of them, no doubt

seen in the mind’s eye, through the grey rain of a Dublin day. “Add his partner for this concert, Paddy Connor and Phillipa Freitag on fiddle and you have a quadruple threat, Paddy is a multiinstrumentalist. “He will add harmonies as well as the sounds of uilleann pipes, tin whistles, guitar and banjo to this month’s set.

Have fun with sounds at Umina

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for children aged three to five with activities and play stations to help develop reading skills. The activity is free and led by Ms Rosemary Ruthven. Booking are essential with a maximum of 24 children. To register, phone Rosemary on 4342 1932.

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Imposition to perform on ANZAC Day Kevan Harding

mposition, a band made up of four Brisbane Water Secondary School students, will perform at Woy Woy Leagues Club on ANZAC Day from 4pm to 8pm. With Ashley Knight on vocals, guitar, keyboard and synthesiser, Jeffery Henderson on bass, Dane Richter on guitar and Daniel Harding on drums, Imposition performs covers and originals in classic rock, pop and rock blues. “They are quickly building a great following and are being invited to

play at various locations and festivals all over the Coast,” said Daniel’s father Kevan Harding. Imposition has performed at a number of venues and events, including Gosford’s Summer in the City Festival, Umina PCYC, Hardys Bay RSL, Lizottes, Youth in Performing Arts, Battle of the Bands, Woy Woy Leagues Club and Jack’s Bar and Grill. The band also recently performed at the GOATS family festival after being selected to play out of hundreds of bands who applied.

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he Red Cross Avoca Beach Club will hold its annual Charity Golf Day at Shelly Beach Golf Course on Monday, May 6.

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Men’s Sheds focus on health and wellbeing Water tank mural to

be launched at Avoca Markets

Guy Wernhard, Central Coast Men’s Shed Inc

s participation in Men’s Sheds continue to grow across the Coast, Central Coast Men’s Shed is promoting a focus on men’s health and wellbeing to coincide with the June celebration of Men’s Health Week.

With this year’s Men’s Health Week celebrating the roles and the contributions that boys and men make to the society as sons, classmates, friends, fathers, grandfathers and husbands, the new group aims to help showcase the health impacts of a good teacher, an engaged father or a positive male role model on the future health of men. Member of the organisation Mr Kim Hopkins said that with so much to learn from our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men and their communities and from our senior members of society, “all we want to do is to talk with the men of the Central Coast”. “It doesn’t matter if you

are not a member of a Shed, just drop in and say g’day, enjoy a cuppa and a have a chat, that’s all we suggest,” said Kim. Men’s Sheds Central Coast is also looking at the factors that are causing adverse health outcomes on the Central Coast and are asking that men engage in a short survey about men living on the Coast and what they know about the support available for men aged 40 and over. An online version of the survey is now available on the Central Coast Men’s Shed website and will take only a few moments to complete. The hard copy version of the same survey will soon be available from men’s sheds across the Coast. “The survey has been designed to provide a snapshot of what men believe is available on the Coast, that way we can identify the services available and can also better inform and encourage men to make more of what the Coast has to offer,” said Kim.

It has also been announced that in coming months, men’s shed members will be visiting local centres and other areas where they can meet and talk with other men about the Coast and what men can do to better promote, support and focus the services available to assist those that need them. “There is no doubt that the Coast is one of the best and healthiest places in NSW to live. “So all we are doing is asking the men of the Coast to help us make the very best of what we have and what we can be. “We are saying, please talk with us so we can help our mates to provide a strong and vibrant future for the men and boys of today, that way, they will together build strong families and communities that will form the backbone of the Central Coast of tomorrow. “So talk to us, it’s very cheap and it will prove to be very effective,” said Kim.

Recycling initiative launched

Jane Smith, Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre

he Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre (CCMDC) has begun a new initiative aimed at encouraging all Central Coast residents to recycle. With the help of Gosford council, the Community Environment Network, Take 3 and Total Environment Centre, CCMDC will hold a number of Random Refund events during the school holidays. The events will be held on April 14, 21 and 28, from 12pm to 2pm next to Terrigal Surf Club. People are invited to hand in their recyclable beverage containers in return for a 10c refund each container (maximum $5 per person). The event was created to show support for a Container Deposit Scheme to be introduced to NSW. CCMDC representative Ms Jane Smith said the Random Refund would

provide a fun demonstration of how a 10c refundable deposit could reduce litter and increase recycling. “All of this litter can end up in our marine environment as marine debris and cause problems for our marine life. “A bottle will not be left on the ground; if it is worth even 10c, someone will pick it up. “Every little bit counts,” said Ms Smith. Total Environment Centre representative Ms Lisa Wriley said bottle and

can litter was a common problem across Australia, except in South Australia where they have had a Container Deposit System since the 1970s. “The benefits are clear. “Many places around the world have recycling refund systems including Canada, 10 states in the USA, Germany, Sweden, Norway and Finland,” said Ms Wriley. “We are declaring ourselves as part of Sustainable Australia (SA) for the day,” said Ms Wriley.

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The Avoca Markets Art Tank Project will be launched which will see the water tanks at Heazlett Park transformed

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Biggest Morning Tea at East Gosford

Deb Buist, Central Coast Handweavers, Spinners and Textile Arts Guild Inc

Motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day luncheon at Wyong Anne Churcher, Wyong Neighbourhood Centre

he Wyong Neighbourhood Centre will hold a Motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day Fundraiser Luncheon on Sunday, May 12 from 12pm to 3pm at Diggers at The

Entrance. Tickets are $45 per person with a complimentary goodie bag for all mums, lucky door prizes, silent auctions and raffles.

Community barbecue to be held at Kanwal

Cassa Hinton, Central Coast Networks of Practice

he Central Coast Handweavers, Spinners and Textile Arts Guild will hold a Biggest Morning Tea, Quilting Bee and Exhibition at The

Cottage in East Gosford on Saturday, May 25, from 10am to 3pm.

weaving, spinning, handdyeing of fleeces, felting, fabric art, patchwork and quilting, knitting and crocheting. The day will include displays of membersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; works, demonstrations

The members are celebrating the Guildâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 40th year of work across a vast range of fabric and fibre crafts including

and sale of quality craft items. The guild aims to maintain skills and traditions of fabric and fibre craft for future generations.

he Kanwal Lakeside Community Centre will hold a community barbecue on Thursday, April 18, from 11am until 2pm.

engage with other services in a meet and greet. Activities on the day will include face painting, a jumping castle and a Drumbala drumming session. Free food and drinks will be available to the community on the day.

The day is an opportunity for the local Kanwal community and surrounding locations to

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opposes Patonga plan The Patonga Progress Association has decided to oppose the draft Plan of Management for Patonga Crown Reserves and Dark Corner Cottages and has called for an extension of the comment period. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are recommendations in it that no-one wants, such as the removal of our tennis courts and their placement on Eve Williams Oval to provide more parking for the camping area,â&#x20AC;? according to Association president Mr Dain Simpson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are many controversial proposals in the plan relating to the camping area, creek foreshore, the beach, Patonga Central shops, the oval and Dark Corner. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The whole thing boils down to a very basic issue in our democratic system: the rights of local residents to determine the land management of their community. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Either we have a signiďŹ cant say, or we get trampled on.â&#x20AC;? Mr Simpson said more than 100 people attended a meeting at the Patonga Progress Hall on Saturday, April 6, to discuss the plan. â&#x20AC;&#x153;One thingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s for sure, these recommendations wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t happen if the people of Patonga remain as solid and determined as they were today.

the essence and tranquillity of the sleepy village of Patonga. He said residents attended the meeting to ďŹ nd out more information about the plan and receive guidance on the steps they should take to â&#x20AC;&#x153;nip this proposal in the bud and oppose the general thrust of the planâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There was a unanimous show of hands to seek legal advice, form a sub-committee and ďŹ ght this with all the might of the passionate folk of Patonga. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Without asking, $5000 was donated from the Patonga Social and Recreational Club to kick start any action that is required, with residents seeking an extension of the comment deadline to allow full and democratic airing of their views. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People are concerned and angry that they were never consulted in the formation of the plan.â&#x20AC;? A larger, public meeting has been scheduled for Saturday, April 20, in the Patonga Progress Hall. All interested people are invited to attend. Media Release, 8 Apr 2013 Vanessa Ashcroft, Patonga

Open for business osford Council has launched a new campaign which general manager Mr Paul Anderson said would change the way business is done in Gosford City.

Residents of Patonga at the meeting held on Saturday, April 6, at the Patonga Progess Hall

Beach off-leash to remain unchanged Gosford Council has adopted the Draft Dogs in Open Spaces Strategy with the Umina Beach off leash exercise area to remain in its current size and location after receiving a petition with 1032 signatories. The petition opposed the reduction in length of the off-leash area at Umina and was in support of the on-leash area. A total of 411 written submissions and six petitions were received from individuals and organisations during the comment period. Two submissions were received which supported the proposed changes. Objections to the proposal were based on the commercial beneďŹ t to the caravan park, congestion due to the reduction in size, the beach having â&#x20AC;&#x153;plenty of beach available for everyoneâ&#x20AC;?, inaccuracies of the

mapping, concerns for access for mobility impaired users and impact on the ďŹ&#x201A;agged area at the surf lifesaving club by the on-leash section. Support was based on childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s safety, impact on wildlife, a disregard for regulation by dog owners, people walking dogs off-leash for the length of Umina Beach, the amount of faeces left on the beach, childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s balls being taken by dogs and a desire to go back to the timed use of Kiddieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Corner for dog off-leash exercise. According to a report from the councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s director city services Mr Stephen Glen, consideration was given to the comments and the reasons behind the proposals. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was determined that timed use would create confusion. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The matter of guests of the adjacent NRMA Holiday Park not being aware they are entering a dog off-leash exercise area can be

addressed by other measures such as signage at each beach access entry point within the holiday park. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The dog on-leash area will also impact on the patrolled section of the beach,â&#x20AC;? stated Mr Glenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s report. Mr Glen said the Dogs in Open Spaces Strategy aimed to guide Gosford Council and interest groups on the management of dogs in open spaces and the provision of off-leash dog exercise areas. The Strategy was based on research, site visits and consultations with the community including surveys, interviews in public places and meetings with interest groups undertaken from December 2011 through to April last year. Mr Glen said the strategy conďŹ rmed that dogs were extremely important to the community and there was general community support for the provision of dog offleash exercise areas in parks and

on beaches by dog owners and by people who did not own a dog. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is also a desire however, for increased management of dogs in open spaces (particularly in onleash areas and dog exclusion areas) and a desire for dog owners to pick up after their dogs and control their dogs in general,â&#x20AC;? stated the report. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The strategy provides principles, strategies and speciďŹ c recommendations relating to the provision for and management of dogs in open spaces. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A particular focus is placed on assessing the suitability of and guiding improvements to existing off-leash dog exercise areas. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In addition, consideration is given to establishing enclosed off-leash dog exercise areas and directions are provided for dog exclusion and on leash areas, as well as public awareness and enforcement,â&#x20AC;? stated the report.

At the meeting, councillors spoke to a gallery full of concerned residents dressed in red. Cr Gabby Bowles said the issue was a â&#x20AC;&#x153;highly emotiveâ&#x20AC;? one. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is difďŹ cult to ďŹ nd a balance and accommodate those in the community. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If the community using the offleash areas educate and encourage each other to do the right thing (and Council works towards improving its signage etc.) there is no reason why it would be necessary to make changes at annual review time. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The strategy has been decided. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We now have a clear approach and if we all work on setting a high standard, the continued use of these great spaces can be enjoyed for years to come,â&#x20AC;? said Cr Bowles. Kaitlin Watts, 2 Apr 2013 Gosford Council Agenda CIT.13, 2 Apr 2013

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yong Council has taken the ďŹ rst steps towards establishing two new rural residential developments in the area by referring two locations, west of the freeway, to the State Governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gateway review process.

Mr Anderson said the campaign was about increasing efďŹ ciency and accountability and making it easy to do business in Gosford. "Since beginning in my role as general manager earlier this year, I have come to see the great potential in Gosford City," said Mr Anderson. "As a community, we must seize the opportunities that exist to help our region thrive and prosper, actively seeking out prospects for economic sustainability. "Making ourselves an attractive area for investment and growth must begin with improvements within our organisation. "We need to become a more accessible council to prospective investors and more importantly to our residents who utilise our services day to day. In line with increasing efďŹ ciency within the community, Council has adopted a new organisational structure. "We need to change the way we do business," said Mr Anderson. "At this point, we have

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indicate that investor conďŹ dence is alive and well in Gosford City; things are looking up," said Mr Anderson. Mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna said the developments illustrated "that conďŹ dence is returning to the Gosford CBD and that Council's CBD strategy is starting to

in the right direction," said mayor Cr McKinna. Mr Anderson has also thanked previous Councils for providing a strong foundation as the platform for moving forward. "Hopefully we can build on the relationships established by the previous Council and work together in realising the aspirations of our community. "This campaign isn't about me, or about Council, it is about our entire community coming together to revitalise, rebrand and re-emerge as leaders to make Gosford a major competitor on a regional, national and international scale," said Mr Anderson. Mr Anderson also pledged Council's support to the latest proposal for the Gosford Waterfront development. "Council is happy with the latest proposal for the redevelopment of Gosford Waterfront as it allows each stage to be managed in consultation with affected parties and the broader community. "It is exciting to all of us that things are happening on the Gosford Waterfront and across the Gosford CBD; ďŹ nally we are beginning to see changes for the better in our city, said Mr Anderson. Media Release, 8 APR 2013 Gosford Council

Council resolved to send the Jilliby Stage Two Development and Old Farm located on Old Maitland Rd to the State Government in what will be the ďŹ rst step in a spot rezoning process. If the rezoning is successful, it could allow rural residential developments to proceed in both locations. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is a real need for this type of development in our Shire,â&#x20AC;? said Wyong Council mayor Cr Doug Eaton. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What these developments are about is giving people a choice of housing and we hope they will attract professionals like doctors to buy property and establish themselves in the area. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are rural residential developments at Matcham, Holgate and Pickettâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Valley that are full of professionals and executives on high wages but we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have anything like this in the Shire. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As a Council, we have now taken the ďŹ rst step in having two locations rezoned for the purpose of establishing rural residential developments. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is demand for this type of land in the Shire but thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a real shortage of it. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The land which we are proposing to rezone

is not suitable for rural use, and would certainly help to provide more rate income for Council as well as help boost our local economy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All up, we are talking about a combined total of more than 600 hectares of land, divided into close to 500 lots ranging between one and three hectares.â&#x20AC;? Jilliby Stage Two contains 355 hectares of land, which will be the potential home for 197 lots. In addition, 76 hectares of land at this location is proposed to be set aside for conservation and drainage. The Old Farm on Old Maitland Rd is located around 2km south of the F3 Tuggerah interchange. It has been proposed to be rezoned into 270 lots in village zoning and 30 lots in environment living and conservation areas. Developing both sites is expected to create in excess of 620 jobs over 10 years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We need a balance of housing around the Shire and, while this is at the top end of the market, we also approved a Granny Flat or Fonzie Flat at the same Council meeting,â&#x20AC;? said mayor Cr Eaton. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are very conscious of creating housing that can cater for all budgets ranging from low cost,

affordable granny ďŹ&#x201A; ďŹ&#x201A;at at style accommodation to these rural developments catering for highly paid professionals.â&#x20AC;? Council also requested that the State Governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gateway Review Panel meet with the mayor and interested councillors prior to determining both rezoning requests. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am pleased the Department of Planning, under the current Government, is willing to look at this and potentially move it through the system,â&#x20AC;? said mayor Cr Eaton. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The process, and what we are trying to achieve, certainly has the unanimous support of this Council.â&#x20AC;?

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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.

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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 beneďŹ t 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 identiďŹ ed 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 ďŹ rst 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 SchoďŹ eld 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 Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien in surf lifesaving and OZTAG and Victoria Pendergast in paralympic snow sports and surf lifesaving. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s scholarships

took the total to 74 annual scholarships awarded over the past ďŹ ve years. This totalled $115,500 in payments to 41 Central Coast athletes from 22 different sports during the period since the Foundation commenced. The Foundationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s major Gala dinner fundraiser will be held on Saturday, August 3, at Mingara.

Member for Robertson Ms Deborah Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neill said she was happy to host the Seniors Week Concert again this year with Chris King. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is always such a wonderful day out, and this year was bigger than ever,â&#x20AC;? said Ms Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 Veteransâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 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

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Tea party was mad as a hatter

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he annual Mad Hatter’s tea party was held in Kibble Park on Saturday, April 13, and, according to Gosford Business Improvement District (GBID) manager Mr Paul Brasch, the day was a success. This year’s event joined forces with the Gosford City Markets as a combined

event to bring Kibble Park alive with market stalls and fun for all ages. The Mad Hatter, Queen of Hearts and all the characters from Alice in Wonderland took to the stage and children participated in a mad maze around Gosford City. The winners of the best Mad Hats joined the Mad Hatter at the long table for a tea party on the main

stage before having a Mad Mosh disco. “It was a sensational day,” said Mr Brasch. “The weather was great, the crowd came out to support the market stall holders and Kibble Park came alive with colour and fun. “It could not have gone better. “Thanks to our volunteers Robyn Edmonds

King and characters, Fixx events, the Fun Engine and Jo Jo’s Party Plus for all their support to make this a great event. “Seeing the children and some parents as well as stall holders getting into the theme and having a great day made all the planning for this awesome event worthwhile,” said Mr Brasch.

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yong Council will run cartoon art workshops during the April school holidays featuring guest artists at Council’s Lakeside Art Space at The Entrance. The Manga Monsters workshop will be held on Saturday, April 13, followed by a Manga Robots session on Friday, April 19, then a Manga boys and girls session on Saturday, April 27. Designer Ms Sarah Baron and Manga artist Mr Matthew Lin, known collectively as Studio Scribbly, officially opened their new art space at The Entrance on the weekend of Saturday, April 6. Council’s community and cultural development manager Ms Julie Vaughan said this positive and innovative program was made possible with the support of Lakeside Shopping Centre. “The Lakeside Art creative enterprise program has assisted in activating vacant spaces as well as supporting

skills, while giving back to the community. “It also helps attract more people to the area and liven up our town centres.” Ms Baron and Mr Lin will be displaying and selling original works, hosting guest artists and offering a

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NAISDA receives $1.71 million in funding

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ational Aboriginal Islander Skills D e v e l o p m e n t Association (NAISDA) has received a $1.71 million funding increase under the Federal Governments Creative Australia cultural policy. Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill joined NAISA executive director Kim Walker on Thursday, April 11, to celebrate the funding. Ms O’Neill said she was proud to see continuing support from the Labor Government in recognising the wonderful work that NAISDA does in supporting young indigenous youth from across the country. “This extra funding will help NAISDA ensure that more young people will have access to great educational opportunities and will expand opportunities to celebrate Aboriginal

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he Neil Simon play, The Odd Couple, will be the subject of Woy Woy Little Theatre’s April play reading. The reading will be held from 7:30pm on Monday, April 29, at the Peninsula Theatre.

“This classic comedy opens as a group of six guys assemble for cards in the apartment of divorced Oscar Madison,” said Woy Woy Little Theatre marketing manager Mr David Wicks. “And, if the mess is any indication, it is no wonder that his wife left him.

“Late to arrive is Felix Ungar who has just separated from his wife. “Fastidious, depressed and none too tense, Felix seems suicidal, but as the action unfolds Oscar becomes the one with murder on his mind when the clean-freak and the slob ultimately decide to room together with hilarious results.

“The Odd Couple is the play that catapulted Neil Simon to artistic fame as a writer in the mid-1960s,” said Mr Wicks. The cast features six males and two females. Woy Woy Little Theatre presents monthly play readings as a barometer to see if the subject matter should be considered for future staging by the group.

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Hall to speak on Mulgoa’s history

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Irregular Markets Saturday April 20 Woy Woy Bay Community Group The Bays Community Hall, 19 Woy Woy Bay Road 9am to 4pm

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he Central Coast Family History Society will hold its next monthly meeting on Saturday, May 4, from 1pm at the

Lions Community Hall in East Gosford. Member of the City of Sydney Historical Society Mr Arthur Hall will speak at the meeting on mountain road builder, William Cox, Mr

Cox’s extended family and their impact on the history of the Mulgoa – Penrith district. Mr Hall has an interest in the Mulgoa area where his grandfather, Reverend Frederic Hall, was a minister

in the early 1900s. Mr Hall’s interest in Mulgoa’s history came from his grandfather’s glass slide photo collection from those early years.

New programs at neighbourhood centre Fiona Simpson, Kariong Neighbourhood Centre

Regular Markets EVERY WEEKEND Ettalong Markets Cnr Schapper & Oceanview Roads, Ettalong Beach 9am -4pm EVERY Saturday The Entrance Waterfront Art & Craft Markets Waterfront Plaza, The Entrance 9am – 4pm EVERY Sunday The Entrance Lions Club Markets The Entrance Cinema Car Park, Bayview Ave 8:30am – 12:30pm. Toukley Sunday Markets Coles car park off Yaralla Rd in Toukley 7am – 1pm Sunday March 24 Avoca Beachside Markets Heazlett Park Foreshore 9am-2pm Saturday April 20 Green Point Monthly Market Day and Car Boot Sale Green Point Baptist Church car park 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 Church on the Hill Markets Anglican Church The Entrance 8am to 1pm Sunday April 28 Avoca Beachside Markets Heazlett Park Foreshore 9am-2pm

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held on Wednesdays from 10:30am to 12:30pm. The Over Fifties Friendship Group is held on Thursdays from 12pm to 2pm.

Thursday April 18 The Memory of Water performance, Wyong Memorial Hall, 8pm Kanwal Lakeside Community Centre community barbecue, 11am2pm Wills Day, Mardi, free

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 Somers McDonell Gallery indigenous exhibition opening, 5:30pm-7:30pm Central Coast Guide Dogs NSW/ACT Volunteer Support Group stall, Kincumber Village, 9am2:30pm Brackets and Jam, Kincumba Mountain, 7pm Fun with Sounds, Mingaletta Hall, Umina, 10:30am-12pm

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 Ben Scott and Flash Coves at the Troubadour Folk Club, CWA Hall, Woy

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Sunday April 21 Central Coast Vocal Academy launch, Peninsula Community Centre, 4pm Rock Pool Ramble, Pearl Beach, 9:45am Woy Woy Eco-Walk, Woy Woy waterfront, 1pm

Monday April 22 WilderQuest – Special Sea Creature Treasure Hunt, Bouddi National Park, 10:30am-12:30pm

Tuesday Apr 23 Overcoming anxiety course, Lake Haven Library Bush Tucker and Tools activity, Brisbane Water National Park, 10am-12pm

Wednesday April 24 WilderQuest – Bush Detectives Who’s Poo is it? activity, Brisbane Water National Park, 9am-11am

Thursday Apr 25 ANZAC Day ANZAC Day dawn service, Woy Woy Memorial Park, 5:30am ANZAC Day main service, Woy Woy Memorial Park, 10:30am ANZAC Day service, Empire Bay Cenotaph, 11am ANZAC Day dawn service, Gosford Cenotaph, 6am ANZAC Day main service, Gosford Cenotaph, 11am Imposition performance,

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Saturday April 27 Gosford City football Club Anniversary Dinner Open Air Movie Night featuring Bag It, Terrigal Rotary Park, 5pm-7pm Bushfire Safety Workshop, Bucketty and District Rural Fire Station, 9:30am-4:30pm, free

Emotional Intelligence workshop, Uniting Care Wyong, 10am-4pm Schizophrenia and Bipolar Fellowship meeting, Uniting Church Gosford, 12:30pm-3pm

Saturday May 4 Gosford Show official opening, 11:30am Handmade Craft Mother’s Day Market, 9:30am2:30pm, Scholastic Stadium, Terrigal Central Coast Family History Society monthly meeting, Lions Community Hall, East Gosford, 1pm

Sunday May 5

Breakfast in the Bays, Woy Woy Bay Community Hall

Central Coast Blues Society jam session, Breakers Country Club, Wamberal, 6pm-9pm Central Coast Concertante Ensemble concert two, Greenway Memorial Chapel 2:30pm

Monday April 29

Monday May 6

Sunday April 28

Community forum on fear, Gosford Uniting Church, 7:30pm The Odd Couple play reading, Peninsula Theatre, 7:30pm

Wednesday May 1 Understanding Your Pension seminar, Toukley Library and Tuggerah Library Talk by Wendy Hanlen, Ourimbah Campus

Thursday May 2

Red Cross Avoca Beach Charity Golf Day, Shelly Beach Golf Course

Wednesday May 8 Central Coast Potters Society committee meeting, 6:30pm, East Gosford Central Coast Potters Society 45th Anniversary Tea Party, East Gosford

Thursday May 9 Assist workshop, Uniting Care Gosford, 9am-5pm

April 18, 2013 - Out&About - P15

News

Premier ensembles showcased at high school Lisa Kelly, Central Coast Conservatorium

he Central Coast Conser vatorium (CCC) presented a concert on Friday, April 5, at Henry Kendall High School which showcased the Conservatorium’s highest level of ensembles.

The Premier Ensemble concert was open to the public and was seen as an opportunity for those interested in joining the Conservatorium’s Ensemble Program to see and hear their best ensembles. The concert opened with the Central Coast Chamber Orchestra which was led by CCC violin tutor Olena Zaporozhets and featured violins, violas, double bass and cellos. The Chamber Orchestra is part of the Conservatorium’s Saturday Morning Strings Program and supported Opera singers in the recent Opera in the Arboretum. The showcase had the Orchestra playing alongside scholarship winner Olivia Bell. The Central Coast Children’s Choir preformed

a variety of songs including Always Remember by Ian Jefferson. The Children’s Choir will also perform this piece in Kibble Park at the upcoming ANZAC Day Ceremony. Central Coast Symphonic Wind Orchestra, led by E Yang Liu, presented a 10 minute program featuring brass, woodwind and percussion students. This was followed by the Junior String Orchestra which played Mendelssohn’s Hebredes Overture, arranged by Jason Lebrand. The senior choir, Katandra Voices, followed with a program led by Joanne McMahon that included Africa by David Pach and Jeff Porcano, Sylvie, We Are Marching Over to Jerusalem and The Irish Blessing. The concert finished with a performance from the Central Coast Youth Orchestra, considered to be the Conservatorium’s flagship ensemble. The orchestra comprises 45 members playing string, percussion, woodwind, and brass instruments.

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On the Water

P15 - GRANDSTAND - April 18, 2013

Bank continues to sponsor Umina Surf Club

Peter Talty, Umina Surf Club

mina Surf Club president Mr Bill Cook has announced the continued sponsorship of the Club by Bendigo Bank.

Bendigo Bank Ettalong branch manager Mr Peter McKeon and Umina Surf Club president Mr Bill Cook with the Patrol at Umina Beach

“The generous support of Bendigo Bank means that the Club is able to purchase much needed equipment to ensure that we can continue to provide a safe beach for the local community,” said Mr Cook. “This sponsorship demonstrates that Bendigo Bank not only talks about being a community bank, but

can also walk the walk when it comes to supporting local community organisations,” said Mr Cook. Bendigo Bank Ettalong branch manager Mr Peter McKeon said surf clubs were an integral part of the local community. “Not only protecting lives on the beach but also playing an important role in the development of our youth. “We believe that this is something that a community bank needs to support,” said Mr McKeon.

Student wins Wyong students perform at zone state swimming carnival swimming S W

Michelle Kelley, St Philips Christian College

Ian Liney, Wyong Christian Community School

yong Christian Community School students performed well at the recent Hunter Zone Swimming Age Championships.

Three students, Daniel Smithers, Tiarna Parsons and Laura Smithers

managed to finish first for their age group while Ian Liney came second in the O17 boys and Eliza Hatfield, Phoebe Thompson, Dayna Fowler and Kael Hulin all place third in their respective age groups.

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t Philips Christian College student Myles Bailey was successful at the AICES state swimming carnival held during the week of Monday, March 25.

The 13 year old won the 50m butterfly, 50m backstroke, 50m freestyle and 100m freestyle events and finished third in the 200m freestyle and 200m

individual medley events. Additionally, Myles will go on to compete in the 100m backstroke and 200m backstroke events at the CIS Carnival on April 30 and May 1 after he was awarded the fastest nominated time at AICES. Myles won Overall Swimmer of the Meet, Swimmer of the Meet for Boys and was crowned 13 years Boys Champion at AICES .

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

FRI - 19 0214 - 1.45 0908 - 0.63 1521 - 1.23 2100 - 0.79

SAT - 20 0320 - 1.45 1003 - 0.59 1621 - 1.30 2208 - 0.74

SUN - 21 0420 - 1.48 1051 - 0.53 1710 - 1.40 2305 - 0.65 WED - 24 0045 - 0.45 0646 - 1.61 1253 - 0.37 1915 - 1.77 SAT - 27 0312 - 0.24 0914 - 1.57 1503 - 0.37 2130 - 1.97

MON - 22 0512 - 1.53 1134 - 0.47 1753 - 1.52 2357 - 0.55 THU - 25 0132 - 0.35 0733 - 1.62 1334 - 0.34 1958 - 1.87 SUN - 28 0404 - 0.24 1007 - 1.52 1552 - 0.42 2220 - 1.96

TUE - 23 0600 - 1.57 1214 - 0.41 1833 - 1.65

TUE - 30 0600 - 0.32 1202 - 1.40 1741 - 0.56

WED - 1 0011 - 1.82 0702 - 0.37 1306 - 1.36 1845 - 0.63

THU - 2 0114 - 1.72 0807 - 0.42 1415 - 1.36 1956 - 0.67

UMINA BAIT & TACKLE

FRI - 26 0220 - 0.28 0822 - 1.61 1417 - 0.34 2043 - 1.94 MON - 29 0500 - 0.27 1103 - 1.46 1644 - 0.49 2313 - 1.90

APPROX. TIME LAG AFTER FORT DENISON

Ettalong 40 min, Rip Bridge 2hrs - Wisemans Ferry 2 hrs 30 min, Koolewong 2 hrs 10 min

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April 18, 2013 - GRANDSTAND - P14

Toukley Pairs Final

Local bowler puts on an exhibition

Elaine Middleton, Toukley Memorial Women’s Bowling Club

oukley Memorial Women’s Bowling Club held its Pairs Final on Thursday, March 28.

Pat Rule (skip) and Pat Tye (lead) had a change of team due to illness, but no forfeit was necessary as Elizabeth Kusic was available as a substitute for Pat Rule. “Pat Tye, now skip with Elizabeth as lead stepped onto the green ready for the challenge from Alison Griffiths (skip) and novice

Dorothy Maestri (lead),” said Toukley Memorial Women’s Bowling Club publicity officer Ms Elaine Middleton. “On the third end Pat’s team was 4-0. “Dot was having difficulty finding the correct length, but skip Alison was positive and gave no pressure to Dot who suddenly found line and length and performed well throughout the game. “By the sixth end it was 4-4 and it took to the ninth end for Pat’s team to score again, making the score 8-9. “A very close game was

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unfolding and the spectators enjoyed a very exciting game. “With 12 all on the 13th end, this game continued to hold the attention of onlookers throughout the following five ends, but there can only be one winner and Alison and Dorothy prevailed on the day. “Commiserations to Pat and Elizabeth who played so well, and congratulations go to Alison and Dorothy on winning the Club Pairs Final,” said Ms Middleton.

Bob Bourke, Bowls Central Coast/Zone 15

Ray Maher Pairs Carnival Rex Brown, Gosford City Bowling Club

entral Coast bowler Maddison Fennell, 16, from Munmorah United Bowling Club played an exhibition match with reining U18 Australian Open Singles Champion Ellen Ryan at Wyong Bowling Club on Sunday, April 14.

Ray Maher presenting trophy to Adam and Peter

osford City Bowling Club held the annual Ray Maher Pairs Carnival on Monday, April 15.

Twenty-eight teams participated from Avoca, Bateau Bay, Terrigal, Ettalong Memorial, Halekulani, Boolaroo, Umina, Davistown and Diggers at The Entrance,

as well as Gosford City members. Prize money was provided by the Central Coast Leagues Club to honour Mr Ray Maher who was the foundation chairman of Gosford City, a position he held for 50 years. The carnival was played over three games of 13 ends with a luncheon after the

second game. Two teams tied for first place with three wins plus 34 shots. The winners on a count back were Adam Pinkerton and Peter Freestone of Terrigal with Garry Murphy and Tony Swaine runners up. Adam and Peter also won the carnival last year.

Maddison was not overshadowed by her more experienced opponent and both girls drew applause from the many spectators with a fine display of precision draw bowling. Ellen is a member of Goulburn Railway Bowling Club which is part of the Wyong Leagues Club Group along with Wyong, Canton

Beach and Avoca Beach Bowling Clubs. She has been a member of the NSW U18 Bowls Squad for the last four years. Following the match, the two girls joined forces for another exhibition, this time as pairs, bowling against Wyong Women’s Bowling Club Singles Champion (and club manager) Sue Manning and former NSW representative Judy Wheatley in a close fought contest that kept the crowd entertained. The bowling concluded with the girls then teamed with Wyong Leagues Club chairman Bob Wells in a five end triples match against Sue, Judy and Wyong Men’s Bowling Club president Carl Sternbeck.

While the girls were in action, Carl Sternbeck played roving reporter, with microphone in hand, as he moved through the crowd interviewing bowls’ officials such as chairperson Lesley Swales, State umpires, State president Patricia Reynolds and Wyong Ladies Bowling Club president Barbara Jansen. Other attractions were a gold coin donation charity sausage sizzle with two Master Chef cooks on duty and a raffle in aid of Wyong bowler Bob Gibbs who is competing for the second year in the 200km Ride to Conquer Cancer bicycle event for the Chris O’Brien Lifehouse cancer treatment centre.

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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

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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

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

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Gosford Council under new management

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.

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osford Council has launched a new campaign which general manager Mr Paul Anderson said would change the way business is done in Gosford City.

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

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

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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Union

P13 - GRANDSTAND - April 18, 2013

Lisarow wins seven-a-side union

Gosford and Avoca off to a good start

Anthony Angel, Lisarow High School

Larry Thompson, Central Coast Rugby Union

he 2013 Central Coast Rugby Union season got underway on Saturday, April 6, which saw Gosford win 52-14 over Woy Woy at Gosford Showground.

isarow High School Year 8 rugby union squad competed in, and won, the seven-aside rugby union competition on Sunday, April 7.

Lisarow won their first

game against Brisbane Water Secondary College 4-3 and drew with Narara Valley High in the second game. In game three Lisarow won 7-0 against Green Point with two tries by Josh Pine and two tries by Jordan Middleton.

Lisarow then won 3-2 in the fourth game against St Peters, but lost 4-1 to Tuggerah in game five. In the final game, Lisarow contested Brisbane Water Secondary College and won 5-4 with tries by Dylan Cammilleri, Josh Pine and Tom Bateup.

Gosford on top after 2 rounds Larry Thomson

he 2013 Central Coast rugby union season continued on Saturday, April 13, with a spirited clash between Gosford and Terrigal at The Haven Oval.

Gosford ran out winners by 25-15 despite Terrigal scoring the first try of the match. The converted try saw Terrigal take control of the match in the early stages both on the paddock and on the scoreboard. There were several fiery incidents in the match and several players were yellow carded. Gosford were able to get back into the match late in the first half and the scores were locked at 10 points apiece at the halftime break. It was a tough physical first half and both teams knew they had real chances to gain victory in the match. Best players for Gosford were centre Tim Hill and flanker Hugo Pike. Terrigal had several good players but none were better than Cameron Strachan and Rob Head. Gosford got the better of

the second half, however, and were able to outscore the home team by 15 points to five in the final 40 minutes. Warnervale showed they would be a threat to all teams this year when they easily defeated Woy Woy by 53-10 at Woongarrah Oval. Woy Woy were never in the picture and the home side were able to race cross for nine tries in what was a dominant effort. They took control of proceedings right from the opening whistle and gave the visiting team no chance whatsoever. Warnervale played well against the reigning Premiers the week before and managed to maintain that form and even add to it in round two. Warnervale had several good players but the best on the day were number eight Afele Tongia, Netane Tonga and Ketoni Toutai. Woy Woy hung in there but were never going to match the home side. Mitch Unsworth scored a good try, and Nick Rauschenbach never stopped trying for Woy Woy. Warnervale proved they will be a real Top Four chance this year, while Woy

Woy will be looking forward to their first home game of the season so they can regroup. Ourimbah scored a comfortable 43 points to 10 win over The Entrance at Joseph Banks Oval. Ourimbah were always in control. They led by 20 points to 10 at the halftime break and continued on in the same form in the second stanza. They were also able to keep the home side scoreless in the second half. Best for Ourimbah were flanker Clint Guyatt, lock Tyler Jones, while fullback Josh Cook had a most dominant game and was able to cross for two tries. It was a good all round effort by the Ourimbah team and certainly earmarked them for a successful season. The Entrance played well in the first half. Their best player, Adam Little, scored a try in the first half while young player Jarrod Grange also played well. Avoca Beach defeated Northlakes comfortably in both second and third grade.

Gosford were never troubled by their opposition as they went on to record an emphatic victory. Gosford opened the game the more energetic side and dominated proceedings from the early stages. They led by 31-7 at halftime and continued to play strongly in the second half. Gosford played their best rugby in the first half and controlled most of the set phases. The Gosford scrum was strong and they won the majority of the crucial lineouts. They crossed for their first try in the fifth minute and, by the 20 minute mark, led by 19-0. Woy Woy’s answer came through centre Orisi Ranavue, whose converted try lowered the deficit to 12 points. Gosford quickly scored a further two tries to make the score 31-7 at the break. Gosford continued to control the match in the second half and went to a lead by 45-7 before Woy Woy crossed for a late consolation try. Gosford props Petalaiga Lokeni and Simote Lauti were stand-outs, while lock Luke Hennig totally controlled the lineouts. Captain Andrew Moseley was everywhere in attack and defence and was rewarded with a try. Adam Carlisle also had one of his best games in what was his 250th first grade match for the club. Woy Woy refused to give in but poor execution at crucial times prevented them from posting enough points. Woy Woy’s Damon Boxsell was instrumental for the beaten side, involving

himself at all times. He was well supported by Nick Garnett and Luke Serevi. Gosford’s victory came off the back of a comprehensive opening display in a game where Woy Woy only occasionally showed glimpses of their potential. Avoca Beach continued their good form from last year when they defeated Warnervale by 29-3 at Heazlett Park. Avoca Beach were the superior team on the day and deserved the win in an absorbing contest. They scored four tries to nil on the day in what was a physical and bruising encounter. Halfback Julian Bacigalupo was influential for Avoca and was awarded Player of the Match after scoring two individual tries. James Latham, in his return to the top grade, was also able to cross for two tries. Warnervale showed resistance, however, and pushed the home team

all the way, indicating that they have the potential to be a force in this year’s competition. Prop Mua Saanuna and outside centre Hetiloni Sautula stood out for Warnervale and were heavily involved throughout the match. Bacigalupo, prop Joshua Meadham and lock Peter Steele were all outstanding for Avoca Beach. Both sides have the potential to be competition threats this year after delivering commendable performances in what was a gruelling affair. The Kariong versus The Entrance matches were postponed due to the closure of Kariong Oval by Gosford Council. At Ourimbah Rugby Park, Ourimbah defeated Northlakes in both lower grades, however, the visitors had good numbers for both games and made a great effort on the scoreboard in both matches.

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Woy Woy rugby coaching staff appointed

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Rugby Sevens Girls Festival Michael Magriplis, Australian Rugby Union

by Bill MacLean

oy Woy Rugby Club has appointed its first grade coaching staff for the upcoming Central Coast rugby season.

Club stalwarts Paul Gooley and Jerry Summerhayes, who have played just shy of 500 club games between them, have been given the task of steering the Club’s top grade. Their first official duty will be to host the club’s Sportsman’s Lunch on Friday, February 15, at the Old Pub with guest speaker Wallaby Nick Farr-Jones who captained Australia’s first World Cup winners in 1991. “With Peter ‘Fab’ Fenton as the MC, Paul and Jerry probably won’t get a word in,” said Woy Woy Rugby Union media officer Mr Bill MacLean.

“With the club finishing with a flurry of wins in all grades at the end of the 2012 season, the new bosses hope to build on that success,” said Mr MacLean. Previous coach Ross Hopkins has returned to the coaching staff at the Gordon Highlanders. “It is envisaged that the Highlanders and Lions will forge a bond through Ross which will benefit both clubs,” said Mr MacLean. The club also has a new senior president in Stew McDonald who has played over 300 games for the club and was unanimously elected at the club’s annual meeting held on Sunday, October 28. Ms Sarah Doak-Stride retained her position as junior president as did Mr Stu McGoldrick as overall Club president.

St Philips student selected for rep team Michelle Kelly, St Philips Christian College

t Philips Christian College student Alexander Tsiaprazis has been selected for the 2013 U14 Central Coast Rugby Union

Representative team. Alex’s team will participate in the Country Championships title to be held over the May long weekend at Coffs Harbour.

Brisbane Water Secondary College U16s

he Secondary School Rugby Sevens Girls Festival was held on Wednesday, April 10, at Sir Joseph Banks Oval in Bateau Bay.

The event is contested throughout NSW in U14, U16 and U18 age divisions, with the pathway for the girls at both the U16 and U18 level. The event was run as a Train and Play model so all the girls worked on their tackle and tackle contest skills ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the participants. For many, this 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 of future sporting stars. The U18 event was named after Tobie McGann,

who as an ex-Wallaroo and National Sevens player, won World Cups for Australia. Tobie attended Kincumber High and her rugby career started on the coast with Avoca Beach Rugby Club when the Women’s competition was in operation. The U16 event was named after Cobie-Jane Morgan who is a current member of the Australian Women’s Sevens team. CJ attend Central Coast Adventists and Erina Heights Primary School and began her rugby career in the Sydney Women’s competition. The feedback from the girls, their teachers and parents was very positive and it was a true testament to rugby with free running play resulting in lots of tries being scored. The U14 division saw

Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College Tumbi Umbi Campus provide two teams and play a round-robin event with Brisbane Water Secondary College. In the U16s, schools contested the event with Brisbane Water Secondary College winning the CJ Morgan Cup and, in the U18s, the event was won by Terrigal High School. Terrigal High School and Brisbane Water Secondary College (Runners-Up) will now progress to the Regional U18s Secondary School Sevens Championships in Newcastle on Tuesday, June 11. Finalists on the day will have the opportunity to play the curtain-raiser to the British and Irish Lions v Combined Country at Newcastle Stadium that evening. For the U16s, Brisbane

Water Secondary College travel to Forster on September 17 to contest the U16 Girls Secondary School Sevens Regional Championship and as current holders they will be keen to maintain their position as the premier girl’s U16 Sevens Rugby team in regional NSW. Paige Butcher, exWallaroo was in attendance and presented the cups to the winning Captains. “What a great day and seeing so many highly skilled young ladies participating in rugby shows the future of the sport is in good hands,” said Paige. “From what I have seen today I am sure there will be a few players here who, if they work hard, will have the opportunity to maybe one day represent Australia in rugby at the Olympic Games”.

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Roos go down to Sharks Matt Lavin, Wyong Roos

he Wyong Roos rugby league team was defeated 46 -12 by the Cronulla Sharks in round five of the VB NSW Cup on the weekend of Saturday, April 6.

Slade Griffin of the Cronulla Sharks is about to hit some heavy Wyong Roos defernce during Round 5 of the 2013 NSW Cup at Morrie Breen Oval on April 7, 2013 in Wyong, Australia. Photo: Paul Barkley/LookPro

Roosters looking for more players Tim McParlane, Woy Woy Junior Rugby League Football Club

oy Woy Junior Rugby League Football Club is seeking players to fill teams in a number of age groups.

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the U8s, U10s, U11s, U12s, U13s and U14s. All new players are required to bring their birth certificate and two passport photos to register. Each registered player will receive a club polo

dress shirt, playing socks and shorts as well as a participation trophy at the end of season presentation. For information on how to register, contact Melissa Moore on 0425 324 956.

“The encounter looked grim in prospect for the Roos; the Sharks are the feeder squad for both Cronulla and Melbourne NRL teams, and fielded a host of players with NRL experience,” said Wyong Roos football manager Mr Matt Lavin. The Shire boys were undefeated coming into this clash, while the Roos had to rely on their last round bye to open their account. The Roos scored first. Half Brad Murray hoisted the ball high on the last tackle. The kick was poorly directed and the Sharks appeared content not to contest the ball as it came down near their 40m line. Roos winger Arthur Brown saw his opportunity, caught the ball on the full and quickly passed to Etu Uaisele. Etu shifted the ball to back rower Leivaha Pulu who galloped into space on

the outside of the Sharks’ defensive line. Vaha drew fullback Matthew Wright, finding Murray in support on the inside. Murray ran unopposed to the line to score and subsequently converted his own try. When the Sharks had their turn with the ball, they offloaded at will, but struggled to make ground from these multi-phase plays. Sharks’ lock, Tyrone Peachey went close, offloading on the line only for his support to drop the ball when a try seemed inevitable. The Roos responded via fullback Grant Nelson splitting the defence and carrying the ball near half way. The combination of back rower Brock Moylan and centre Mat Nelson on the left edge caused the Sharks some problems, but wrong options prevented the Roos from converting promising plays into points. The Roos scored their second try from another kick. This time, Jay Florimo bombed the Sharks’ line

near the posts. Captain Mitch Williams looked lonely as he flew solo against Wright for the ball. Williams knocked the ball forward but regathered midair to crash down for the try. Murray again converted. The Roos were up 12–0. The Sharks reduced that lead to 12-10 at halftime through two tries to winger Alipate Ratini, the first consequent upon a regulation short side attack from a scrum, and the second after Peachy strolled through some gossamer defence. The Roos returned from the halftime break lacking any intent to take the game to the Sharks, and the visitors quickly capitalised running in 36 unanswered points in a dominant second half display. During this flurry of points, Peachey scored twice, Ratini once more, and Maurice Blair, Sosaia Feki, Penani Manumalealii and Tim Robinson also joined the try fest. Wright, Peachey and Blair kicked five conversions between them. Final score saw the Sharks win 46-12.

Berkeley Vale destroy Umina in opening round Andrew Stark Photos: Andrew Stark

Jake Morris on the charge

he opening of the 2013 Central Coast Rugby League Competition pitted 2011 Premiers Berkeley Vale against 2012 Runners Up Umina on Sunday, April 14.

Playmaker Alex Moore was the star turn for the Panthers

Following on from a disappointing start to 2012 it was the Berkley Vale Panthers who began the new season in fine style

Berkeley Vale skipper Steve Lyons scoring a comprehensive 50-24 defeat of Umina at a sun kissed Col Gooley Field. Major off season signing Alex Moore led the way for Berkeley Vale and, despite finding themselves 18-12 in arrears midway through the opening half, the visitors took a 28-18 advantage into half time and ultimately proved too strong for the Bunnies running in nine tries to four. In other opening round

results, Woy Woy defeated Toukley 44-16 after leading 16-6 at the break. Premiers Kincumber proved too strong for Wyong 20-6. At EDSAAC Oval Northern Lakes edged out The Entrance 28-26, Terrigal defeated Erina 2820, while Ourimbah ran riot at Watanobbi eclipsing the newly promoted Central Wyong Razorbacks 82-0.

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Football

Berkeley Vale still dominant in CFL Alistair Kennedy

Eddie Davilia (G) & Marc Falzon (W)

Neale McAndrew (G)

fter a stuttering start to the 2013 CountryNet Football League season, defending premiers Wyoming and defending league champions Berkeley Vale each came up with big wins over the promoted teams, Gosford City and Kincumber in the second round on April 14.

Wyoming’s young striker Benji Gossen made the most of a late call-up scoring four goals in his first grade debut as Wyoming cruised to a comfortable 5-1 win over Gosford City at Gavenlock Oval. Michael Payne opened the scoring in the 13th minute followed by two goals in as many minutes by Gossen who completed his hat-trick just before the

break. Gosford hit back early in the second half with Jared McNee scoring. It took until three minutes before full-time for Gossen to finish the scoring. Berkeley Vale were too strong for newly-promoted Kincumber winning 4-0 in their match at Frost Reserve. It was Kincumber’s first local competition match of the season having chosen not to enter the pre-season CountryNet Cup competition and then being washed out in their scheduled round one match against Budgewoi. Berkeley Vale took the lead midway through the first half with Corey Atkinson getting his first top grade goal, but the game was still

in the balance at the 70th minute when the Wombats piled on three quick goals from Tyler Burns, a penalty by Mitchell Pont and a second to Atkinson. Avoca confirmed that they’d be serious contenders in 2013 with a 5-3 win over Umina in their match at Erina High School. As they’d done the previous week against Wyoming, Avoca took an early 2-0 lead with a penalty to Nathan Smith followed by a goal to James Steer. Umina responded with a penalty to Jason Stafford just before half-time then equalised early in the second term through Josh Schumann. Avoca then rallied and

settled the match with three goals in a 15-minute period to Michael Simmons, Lewis Murphy and a second to Steer before a late consolation goal to Matt Hogan. Killarney District and Budgewoi fought out a tight 1-1 draw in their match at EDSACC North. Jared Reed gave the home team a 1-0 lead just before half-time. Last season’s Premier League leading scorer Jack North, on debut for Budgewoi, equalised with a goal 15 minutes from fulltime. East Gosford snatched a last gasp win over Kanwal with James Wain scoring the only goal in the 89th minute.

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Over 70mm rain causes major council clean up

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

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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. 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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“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

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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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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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Football

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Mariners take 2-1 loss in China gallant, all Austr alian Central Coast Mariners outfit with an average age of 23 was defeated 2-1 by big spending Chinese Super League side Guizhou Renhe in Guiyang on Tuesday, April 9.

The youthful Mariners team, which arrived in southwest China 36 hours before the fixture following an arduous journey from Australia, was on track for an historic AFC Champions League victory deep into the game. Striker Mitchell Duke had given Graham Arnold’s team a deserved one-nil lead in the 42nd minute of play from the penalty spot after midfielder Nick Fitzgerald was tripped in the box. However despite the proud and inspired Central Coast side dominating plenty of the play, Guizhou’s star Bosnian duo of Zlatan Muslimovic and Zvjezdan Misimovic helped Gong Lei’s team turn the game in the final seven minutes to earn a win in front of 18,988 boisterous fans. The gritty performance by the Mariners’ primarily young side was clear for all to see, however, the lack of international experience on the pitch for some of the young men, combined

with Guizhou’s sprinkling of class plus the travel factor ultimately swung the contest in Renhe’s favour late on. In the 83rd minute, Bosnian international striker Muslimovic collected possession wide on the left before cutting into the box and rifling a crisp right foot shot beyond Mathew Ryan. Two minutes later it was Muslimovic’s international colleague Misimovic who cracked a left foot strike against Ryan’s right post to open a chance for former Chinese FIFA World Cup player Qu Bo. Sensing his opportunity, Bo fired the rebound on the angle into the back of the net. Guizhou’s winner had a touch of good fortune about it with a Renhe player appearing to be standing in an offside position and within the eye-line of Mariners’ custodian Ryan when Bo struck his shot. Nevertheless, the Guizhou players, coaching and management staff could care less about whether Bo’s goal was legitimate or not, with statements following the game by Renhe representatives reflecting that each individual would pocket a USD$50,000 bonus for claiming all three AFC Champions League Group H points. Unfortunately, Guizhou Renhe boss Lei lost his cool

in the second stanza when his side were struggling to breakdown the determined Central Coast team. Disappointingly, Lei twice gestured to referee Mohammed Abdulla Hassam Mohamed that the Mariners had bribed the respected officials from the United Arab Emirates and Thailand. Central Coast Mariners officials in China were left feeling insulted by the utterly unfounded and unsporting accusations made by Coach Lei. Following the match Mariners head coach Graham Arnold expressed his delight in the effort, endeavour and performance of his players. “I was very, very happy with my team,” Arnold said. “Their average age was 23, I left seven of our best players at home and it was only in the last 10 minutes because of fatigue that Guizhou ended up getting on top of us. “Guizhou were dangerous in the last ten minutes, but the in the first 80 minutes they didn’t have a shot on goal. “You expect a big money player like Muslimovic to make a difference to a match, and that’s what he and his fellow Bosnian Misimovic did tonight. “Our young players will benefit from this experience. “Tonight they have learnt that in international football it is critical that you take your chances and remain focussed on nullifying the threat of important players like Muslimovic, Misimovic, Sun Jihai and Qu Bo. “But really we had no problem with Guizhou at all. “I thought they were very average for the first 80

minutes. “It was only our young boys that got fatigued, otherwise the result would have been different.” Guizhou Renhe 2 (Muslimovic 83’, Bo 85’) Central Coast Mariners 1 (Duke 42’ (pen))’ Guiyang Olympic Sports Centre, Guiyang Guizhou Renhe (CHN): 3. Zhang CHENGLIN, 4. Jonas SALLEY, 7. NANO, 8. Lu CHUNYU (27. Qu BO 46’), 9. Zlatan MUSLIMOVIC, 10. Zvjezdan MISIMOVIC, 12. Zhang LIE (Gk), 17. Sun JIHAI (c), 21. Yu HAI, 29. Yang HAO (5. Wu WEI 75’), 31. Rao WEIHUI (14. Yang YIHU 63’) Substitutes not used: 13. Shi LIANG, 15. Chen JIE, 22. Sheng PENG (Gk), 25. Li KI Yellow cards: Weihui, Misimovic Red cards: Nil Central Coast Mariners (AUS): 1. Mathew RYAN (Gk), 5. Zach ANDERSON, 7. John HUTCHINSON (c), 8. Adriano PELLEGRINO (15. Brad MCDONALD 90+1), 11. Oliver BOZANIC, 13. Brent GRIFFITHS, 16. Trent SAINSBURY, 17. Anthony CACERES, 19. Mitchell DUKE, 24. Hayden MORTON, 29. Nick FITZGERALD (9. Bernie IBINI 61’) Substitutes not used: 20. Justin PASFIELD (Gk), 25. Michael NEILL Yellow cards: Duke, Ryan, Griffiths, Hutchinson Red cards: Nil Referee: Mohammed Abdulla Hassam Mohamed (UAE) Attendance: 18,988

Council supports Mariners in finals campaign Gosford Council Media

s the Central Coast Mariners get set for their finals campaign, the banners on the Brian McGowan Bridge have also received a dose of funds from local enterprise.

Gosford Council general manager Mr Paul Anderson said the new banners had freshened up the gateway to Gosford City. “The Brian McGowan Bridge is an iconic part of the Gosford Waterfront and it is great that we can dress it up by replacing the existing Mariners’ flags. “Now everyone entering Gosford will see the flags of our local sporting team flying high over Brisbane Water,” said Mr Anderson. Mr Anderson said that a number of local organisations assisted in this project. “A big thank you needs to go to the Meritocracy Militia, the Central Coast Business Review, Gosford Business Improvement District, Commercial HQ, and the Gosford Imperial Centre for their support.

“A special mention also needs to go to the council maintenance crew who made a special effort to get these up prior to the last Mariners’ home game. “I think it adds a really special touch when visiting teams and supporters can arrive and see first-hand the local pride and community support for the Mariners,” said Mr Anderson. Local businessman Jason van Genderen, who was part of the group involved in the upgrade, said the threadbare welcome banners were well due for replacement. “This was an inspiring case of the local business community collaborating with Gosford Council to just get on and fix it. “From the first conversation to the new banners being installed, was less than two and a half weeks. “It’s a great sign of a fresh, can-do attitude governing our city into 2013,” said Mr van Genderen. The flags are a permanent fixture on the Brian McGowan Bridge.

Mariners to lose Hearfield Central Coast Mariners

entral Coast Mariners is currently in the process of releasing Troy Hearfield from

his contract. Hearfield approached the Club in early February seeking a release from his contract. The Club and Troy then mutually agreed to terminate his contract at that time. No further comment regarding this matter will be made by the Central Coast Mariners until such time as the process is complete.

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Football games postponed for A-League C grand final Central Coast Football

ll local football games scheduled to be played on Sunday, April 21 will be postponed to allow players to support the Central Coast Mariners who will take on the Western Sydney Wanderers in the Hyundai A-League grand

final. The decision was made by the Board of Central Coast Football in the hope that it would allow as many supporters as possible to make their way down the F3 to support the Mariners in the grand final. Games will be rescheduled to later in the year. The re-scheduling will be completed by the end of the week.

Daniel Moffett to play at national level Ian Liney, Wyong Christian Community School

yong Christian Community School student Daniel Moffett has successfully trialled for the CSSA Open Boys Soccer team.

He will be able to compete at a CIS competition and

has been asked to compete at the National Christian School Games on the Gold Coast. Daniel is a talented Midfielder who is currently part of the U20s Central Coast Mariners Youth Squad.

McBreen wins Golden Boot Award Mark Jensen, Football Federation Australia

entral Coast Mariners striker Daniel McBreen collected the Nike Golden Boot Award at the Hyundai A-League 2013 Awards held in Sydney on Tuesday, April 16.

season. He also received 280 votes toward the Johnny Warren Medal but missed out to Melbourne Victory’s Marco Rojas who received 908 votes.

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Sainsbury nominated for NAB award Central Coast Mariners

entral Coast M a r i n e r s ’ defender Trent Sainsbury has been announced as the sixth nominee for the 2012-13 NAB Young Footballer of the Year Award.

Sainsbury was voted as the most outstanding U21 player for the month of March following a series of dominant displays in the Mariners’ backline. A regular at either right stopper or right back for Graham Arnold’s team, Sainsbury has enjoyed a consistent campaign for the Club having admirably replaced respected former captain Alex Wilkinson in defence this term. While March did not begin brightly results wise for Central Coast Mariners, it did improve from the middle of the month with a trio of wins to finish the regular season against Brisbane Roar (home), Adelaide United (away) and Melbourne Heart (home). Sainsbury was integral to two of these triumphs, with the 21 year old Australian youth international helping the Club secure shutouts against the Roar and Reds respectively. At the Mariners’ Hyundai A-League Finals Launch in Tuggerah on Friday, April 12, Sainsbury spoke of his delight in joining fellow Central Coast player Bernie Ibini as one of the nominees for the 2012-13 NAB Young Footballer of the Year Award. The defender gave credit to those around him who he said helped him achieve the recognition. “I have to heap a lot of praise on the boys that I have beside me because without them on the pitch I wouldn’t have been able to do what I was able to do,” Sainsbury said. “With ‘Wilko’ (Alex Wilkinson) leaving I had to try and step up and having big Zac (Anderson) behind me pressing me all the way for my spot makes me step up my game in training.”

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Head of NAB Enterprise Sponsorship and Events Mr Tim Clarke said he was delighted to see the NAB Young Footballer of the Year Award continue to unearth future stars of the game. “We congratulate Trent on his nomination and look forward to watching his development and growth on the football field in the years to come,” Mr Clarke said. “As a supporter of the NAB Young Footballer of the Year Award, NAB is proud

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Toukley Pairs Final Elaine Middleton, Toukley Memorial Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bowling Club

oukley Memorial Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bowling Club held its Pairs Final on Thursday, March 28.

Pat Rule (skip) and Pat Tye (lead) had a change of team due to illness, but no forfeit was necessary as Elizabeth Kusic was available as a substitute for Pat Rule. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pat Tye, now skip with Elizabeth as lead stepped onto the green ready for the challenge from Alison Griffiths (skip) and novice Dorothy Maestri (lead),â&#x20AC;? said Toukley Memorial Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bowling Club publicity officer Ms Elaine Middleton. â&#x20AC;&#x153;On the third end Patâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s team was 4-0. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dot was having difficulty finding the correct length, but skip Alison was positive and gave no pressure to Dot who suddenly found line and length and performed well

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Alison Griffiths and Dot Maestri. throughout the game. onlookers throughout the â&#x20AC;&#x153;By the sixth end it was following five ends, but there 4-4 and it took to the ninth can only be one winner and end for Patâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s team to score Alison and Dorothy prevailed again, making the score 8-9. on the day. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A very close game was â&#x20AC;&#x153;Commiserations to Pat unfolding and the spectators and Elizabeth who played enjoyed a very exciting so well, and congratulations go to Alison and Dorothy game. â&#x20AC;&#x153;With 12 all on the 13th on winning the Club Pairs end, this game continued Final,â&#x20AC;? said Ms Middleton. to hold the attention of

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tudents from Wyong Christian Community School in Years 3 to 6 competed at the Regional Futsal Championships at Niagara Park on Wednesday, March 20. Wyong Christian Community School sent a team of U12s and a team of U10s. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The boys competed with great sportsmanship and

araraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Glenn R o w l a n d s coached the Bush Blues cricket team to victory with a win over Victoria at the CBA Australian Country Championship.

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showed strong team spirit throughout all games,â&#x20AC;? said teacher Mr Dean Knibbs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The senior boys played very well to win two games, draw one game and lose two games, to place fourth overall. The junior boys only had one other U10s team to play all day, so they headed straight into the Grand Final. They did have to play a few games against some of the U12 teams due to the limited numbers of U10 teams.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;This was a huge challenge, considering some of the boys are only in Year 3. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The junior boys did the school and themselves very proud, with one win, one draw and three losses. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Then it came time for the Grand Final against Kariong Public School. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The boys did a great job and won the game 2-0. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This means that they will be competing at the State Futsal Championships in June.â&#x20AC;?

Captain Graeme Batty saved his best for last, smashing 122 to lay the platform for NSW. Earlier, the lefthanded dual Player of the Championships, in 2010 and 2012, claimed four wickets but he was punished for 70 off seven overs, including 21 from the last over as Victoria finished with 9-292 from their 50 overs. While opener Batty had scored one half-century in a tally of 225 from his first eight innings going into the showdown, he hit his straps in style, facing 133 balls and

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team of U13 girls represented the Central Coast at the T20 Cricket Carnival on Sunday, March 24, at Smith Park, Hamilton.

the game,â&#x20AC;? said Central Coast Cricket Association womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coordinator Mr Gary Kavanagh. â&#x20AC;&#x153;By the time they get to U13 they can become representative players. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Central Coast team remained the only undefeated side throughout the carnival, but as this was not recognised, no carnival points were awarded, and no winner was named.â&#x20AC;?

The girls who made up the team included Makayla Caulfield, Jacquelyn Chandler, Brielle Connolly, Gemma Corbett, Georgia Corbett, Amy Cunningham, Ally Davino, Grace Dignam, Hannah Green, Caitlin Holmes, Taryn Law, Lillian Owen, Rayelle Payne and Lucy Peters.

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The carnival was an opportunity for girls who played cricket but were not yet old enough to come into the representative program, to see that there are other girls playing

dispatching 15 fours and four sixes before departing within sight of victory. It was his second century at the championships after making 112 in his debut carnival three years ago. Number eight Dale Scifleet was next best with five sixes from 51 in 27 balls, but tail-ender Brett Davies ultimately hit the winning runs with a four with four balls to spare. It was the Bush Bluesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 11th national country crown after winning it in the championshipsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; first two years, 1985 and 1986, before posting further backto-back triumphs in 198990 and 1992-93 and again getting their names on the silverware in 1996, 2001, 2008 and 2012. Batty said the team, which had just six survivors from their success in Geelong 12 months earlier, had come

April 18, 2013 - GRANDSTAND - P6

Ten more in Youth Inspired Program

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Nail biter at Adelaide St Oval Tom Sheppard, Killarney Vale Bombers AFL

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en young people were s u c c e s s f u l l y inducted into the 2013 Youth Inspired Program on Monday, March 25.

The first education module on Volunteer Management proved popular amongst participants who learnt more about how sporting clubs can better develop and manage their volunteers. Youth Inspired continued with a mentor and parent

information session on Monday, April 8, which provided an opportunity for mentors and parents to receive an overview of the program. Our Youth Inspired participants will return at the end of April for their second education module on Sporting Club Management where they will delve into the governance, legal and risk management issues that are vital for effective running of local clubs. Successful candidates

comprised Andrew Peachey of Woy Woy Football Club, Dylan Abbott of Kincumber Junior Rugby League Club, Dale Mealing-Holland of Dolphins Touch Association, Darnell Wisham and Lachlan Player of the Penisnula Junior Touch Association, Jack Harkness, Caitlin Sims and Meg Pich from Shelly Beach Surf Life Saving Club, Emily-Kate Watts from Toowoon Bay Surf Life Saving Club and Sarah Dimech from Central Coast Junior Oz-Tag.

Adventist students play basketball in Castle Hill Dean Bennetts, Central Coast Adventist School

tudents from the Central Coast Adventist School in Erina represented HRIS at the AICES Basketball Gala Trials in Castle Hill earlier this month.

Beck Hayes and Kirstie Hutton competed in the opens division while Taylor

Ferris, Layne Richardson and Kirsty Bapty competed in the U16s division. Taylor was selected into the AICES team to play at the CIS Basketball Gala on Friday, May 10. A boys team from Central Coast Adventist School also competed at the Gala. “The HRIS team dominated every game

they played, winning by at least 25 to 30 points,” said principal Mr Dean Bennetts. “From this, all seven of our boys were selected into the AICES boys team.” Liam Forcadilla, Branden Ferris, Sachin Thapa, Jayden Hodgson and Jared Walker, Josh Pallot and Tyler Payne were selected for the AICES Twos team.

he Killarney Vale Bombers AFL Club hosted the Warners Bay Bulldogs at Adelaide St Oval on the weekend of April 6 and 7.

The Bombers finished one place higher than the Bulldogs last year, but this game was an even arm wrestle until late in the fourth quarter when the Bombers showed their true class. Fitness was the key to new coach John Pidgeon’s pre-season campaign, and

the Bombers outfit showed their pre-season efforts by running out the game better than their opponents. With the week’s inclement weather helping the Bulldogs to the lead at all three changes, the strong finishing Bombers were able to kick four goals to one in the final term that saw the Bombers get over the line with an 11 point win at 11.9.15 to 9.10.64. The game not only carried extra weight as the Bombers played in black arm bands in memory of late life member Mr Bob Brown,

but it was also club legend Dane Amidy’s 200th senior BDAFL game and the first for new captain Brendan Lewis. Rising stars Alex Bailey and Josh Mifsud were amongst the best while the returning Nathan Higgins was also a standout. Daniel Lloyd booted five game-defining goals to lead the league in goals scored. Unfortunately, the win came at a cost with some potentially long term injuries to key players Hugh Wells and Jordan Evans.

Cross country carnival runs smoothly Dean Bennetts, Central Coast Adventist School

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Grant to benefit sport and rec

Ettalong students do well in sports

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Colin Wallis, Ettalong Public School

number of students from Ettalong Public School have performed well recently in their sport of choice.

inister for Sport and Recreation Mr Graham Annesley presented the Benevolent Society at Watanobbi with a cheque for $9,410 on Thursday, April 4, as part of the Participation and Facility Grant Program.

Member for Wyong Mr Darren Webber said he welcomed the grant. “The recipients in this program will have access to subsidised sporting and recreation activities as part of a negotiated support program that will have ongoing support and monitoring by the community workers, and will be based at the Gorokan-Lake Haven

Community Hub,” said Mr Webber. Sports supported by the grant include surfing at Lakes Beach delivered by Lakes Beach Surf Club, swimming at Toukley Aquatic Centre, netball, soccer, and multi-sport skills at Lakehaven, little athletics at Warnervale and tennis at Toukley for people in the Gorokan, Kanwal and Lake Haven area. “Centrelink have identified 600 jobless families in the Gorokan, Lake Haven and San Remo area,” said Mr Webber. “These families have extremely limited resources available to participate in health promoting sport and recreation activities. “During community consultations with families

Sophie Murray competed the State Swimming

Carnival on Tuesday, April 2. “We are all proud of her efforts,” said principal Mr Colin Wallis. “Well done as well to Daniel Hughes who is now in the next round of the soccer trials. “Congratulations to our

tennis team on their pleasing victory over Woy Woy South in the first round of the state tennis knockout. “It is a talented and enthusiastic team,” said Mr Wallis.

Guiliana going strong in ADC

and organisations, it has become evident many families are not able to participate in sporting activities due to high registration and uniform costs, lack of sporting activities and lack of transport,” said Mr Webber. The project forms part of a range of strategies delivered by The Benevolent Society in the Wyong LGA within a holistic coordinated service delivery framework building on the inherent strengths within families. “The delivery of this project within this wider support framework enables more sustainable outcomes for the family including ongoing engagement in their selected sport and recreation activities,” said Mr Webber.

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teel Guiliana recorded a string of second places and two fastest lap times over the weekend of April 6 and 7, rocketing his way to third position in the Australian Drivers Championship (ADC).

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two machine, dove for the inside into Brambles Hairpin and snatched the lead from Macrow on the first lap. Defending into turn six, Guiliana seemed to have held off a perusing Macrow, before a bold move around the outside saw Macrow take the lead. The BRM machine opened up a small lead before Guiliana’s faithful steed stepped up a notch to start reeling in the leader in the last six laps, with Guiliana setting fastest lap after fastest lap. On the final lap, Guiliana’s team mate Jon Collins rejoined the circuit after an

incident, covering the back straight with a dense dust cloud. Macrow lifted, but Guiliana kept his foot flat to latch right upon the rear of the leader as they crossed the line six tenths of a second apart. The pair were inseparable all weekend, a true two horse race between Macrow, the 2007 Australian Formula 3 Champion with 21 races wins under his belt, and Guiliana, the young R-Tek driver and one of the favourites for this year’s title. These two will let more sparks fly in Darwin in June.

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Coast cricketers selected for state academy

Lisarow crushes North Lakes

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errigal’s Kieran Elley and former Toukley and Wyong resident Jake Scicluna have been selected in the 33 player squad for the Cricket NSW U19s Academy.

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of four regional and two metropolitan based teams competing against each other in a series of matches. The Academy will begin with strength and conditioning assessments and video analysis which will provide a base to enable specific programs to be tailored to each individual.

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Centurions make finals Andrew Stark

A handful of the Centurion stars - Jakob Giles, Latrell Mitchell, Daniel Peck, Matt Downey, Ethan Fortis Photos: Andrew Stark

hree rousing victories in the space of a week catapulted the Central Coast Centurions Matthews Cup Rugby League team into this season’s final series for the first time in the fledgling club’s history.

Wins over Western Sydney Academy (16-12), Parramatta (26-16) and St George (34-4) nabbed the sky blues’ seventh spot on the ladder and booked a knock out preliminary semi against the sixth placed Cronulla Sharks. Under the tutelage of Berkeley Vale First Grade coach Tony Gleeson, the

U16s have done the Coast proud this season. Their efforts were particularly meritorious given an unfavourable draw which pitted them up against all four of the competition’s top sides within their allocated nine games. The 26-16 victory over a previously unbeaten Parramatta in the wet at Woy Woy pushed the Coasties campaign to a whole new level and was one of the highlights of the Matthews Cup season. Three early tries saw the locals ahead 16-0 and, despite an Eels’ fight back late in the half, a double after the break to Matt Ghazaway sealed a memorable victory. Three days later, and with a semi-final spot on the line,

the Centurions bulldozed the Dragons 34-4 in Sydney after racing to a 20-0 half time lead. Unfortunately, despite scoring the first and last tries of the Elimination Semi Final the Centurions struggled to match Cronulla and went down 34 -10 at Shark Park on April 13. Meanwhile the SG Ball Cup U18 team finished the season in 16th place having succumbed to Parramatta 42-0 before a 32-18 loss to the semi-final bound St George in their final game. The Centurions fielded a young squad in this division throughout 2013 and high hopes are held for next season as many of the boys will be eligible to return.

isarow High School’s Open Girls’ Netball team defeated North Lakes High School 44-24 at Adcock Park on Wednesday,

March 13. The girls will now go through to a gala day played later in the year. Girls who competed on the day were Nikki Florido, Niamh Formby, Remy Preston, Holly Walker,

Cassidy Guest, Teagan Jacobsen, Tanya Cooney, Jami Young, Hannah Stack and Natalie Franklin.

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Hain and Naidoo win medals at Oceania Championship

Tuggerah sporting complex concept released Jim Lloyd, Office of Darren Webber MP

Pete Acciari, Kido Mingara Judo Academy

embers of the Kido Mingara Judo Academy competed in the Oceania Championship held in Cairns from April 13 to 14.

Caroline Hain, who said she aimed to improve on her U17 bronze medal in 2011 and silver medal in 2012, won gold and silver in her events. Caroline, 16, won silver in the Cadet finals and gold in the U21 Junior Women event. She adjusted her tactics for the U21 event and was

he initial concept and design works for the Central Coast Regional Sporting and Recreation Complex have been officially released.

Following initial discussions with all stakeholders, Wyong Council was asked by Member for Wyong Mr Darren Webber and Member for The Entrance Mr Chris Spence to prepare the concept plan which has been now been presented to both Mr Webber and Mr Spence. “Since being elected, Chris and I both felt that a sport and recreational facility was a far better community and environmental outcome than the initially proposed commercial - light industrial zoning for the site. “We are truly excited about the potential and are passionate about making this facility a reality,” Mr Webber said. Mr Spence said that approximately 18 hectares

(44 acres) within the Central Coast Wetlands - Pioneer Dairy had been set aside for future public requirements. “The proposed complex and the wider cultural precinct will be integrated, resulting in a regional level active and passive recreation precinct,” he said. The Regional Sporting and Recreation Complex will be developed over stages and comprise eight international level sports fields, one training field and one premier field with a grandstand. It will also include a clubhouse, Children’s adventure playground, 1.8km criterion cycling track, fitness track including fitness stations, public amenities to service the complex, public car parking and bus parking for groups. “The Central Coast is a sporting region with a large number of clubs, associations and participants,” Mr Spence said. “The Central Coast

Regional Sporting and Recreation Complex sits within a recreation corridor comprising the Mariners Centre for Excellence, Baker Park, Wyong Racecourse and Showground and the Central Coast Hockey Complex. “These facilities give the Central Coast the ability to cater for large scale regional events and the creation of this new complex will make the Central Coast the destination of choice for regional sporting and recreation events. “The complex is ideally located close to the northern rail line and the M1 freeway, both of which link the Central Coast to Sydney and Newcastle. “This combination results in a highly connected regional sports and recreation destination a valuable asset for not only the Central Coast but all of NSW,” Mr Spence concluded.

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fully focused and firing on all cylinders. In the semi-final, Caroline won the encounter, which lasted over 10 minutes. The final against New Zealand was a much quicker win for the previously elusive gold. Neeson Naidoo, 15, debuted in the U55kg U17 Cadets after moving up from the boys’ division. Although battling with extreme nerves, he showed his solid judo skills over his opponent and made the finals. Naidoo was stopped by the national title holder with a shime submission

technique and had to settle for silver. His attempt in U21 Junior Men event was too much of a challenge and he found he was not able to match the strength against men five years older and assert his techniques decisively. Caroline and Neeson now have established themselves as strong contenders to be part of the Cadet World cup series of events later this year. Although selected, twotime gold medallist Liam Yokoyama, chose to forego the event due to his HSC study commitments.

Coast takes on Black Diamond AFL Garry Burkinshaw, Black Diamond AFL

errigal Avoca, Killarney Vale and Newcastle City were round two winners in the Black Diamond AFL Premier Division competition held on Saturday, April 13.

Terrigal Avoca continued their impressive start to the season with a 58 point win over Cardiff at Hylton Moore Oval in a replay of the 2012 Grand Final. The final score was 16.19.115 to 7.5.47. The Panthers used the windy conditions to their advantage in the first quarter to open up a 26 point lead at the first break with James Webster and Chris Bishop winning plenty of possessions around the ground. The second quarter saw Cardiff capitalise on their opportunities and they were able to draw within 14 points at the long break. The Panthers also lost Bishop to a hamstring injury during the second term. Terrigal Avoca again

used the conditions to their advantage and, after kicking five goals for the quarter, established a 35 point lead at the final change. With the advantage of the wind in the final quarter, the Hawks’ supporters were expecting a comeback from their side. This was not to be as Terrigal Avoca’s superior match fitness enabled them to keep Cardiff goalless for the term and in kicking a further five goals themselves were able to run out 68 point winners. Skipper Jayson Van Dam dominated across half back and was well supported by Webster and Kurt Flemming. Killarney Vale kept their unbeaten start to the season with a hard fought 17 point win over Lake Macquarie at Tulkaba Park with a final score of 11.13.79 to 8.14.62. The Bombers had complete control of the game in the early stages and restricted the Dockers to just one first half goal to lead by 32 at the long break. The Bombers were able to retain this margin at the

final change, however, the Dockers were on the improve. The final term saw Lake Macquarie throw everything at the Bombers but inaccurate kicking for goal prevented them from getting closer than the 17 point final margin. For the second week running Killarney Vale had key targets up forward with Pete Collins contributing five goals and Brad Edwards four goals with Edwards also being named best on ground. Youngster Alex Bailey and Nathan Hormann also had strong games. In First Division, Wyong Lakes celebrated Old Boys day with a convincing 78 point win over Killarney Vale. The Magpies were never troubled after leading by 12 points at quarter time. New recruit Lachlan Radford was the best for the winners and was well supported by Kieran Scally and Josh Lawler while Chris Koop-Folkes kicked four goals.

April 18, 2013 - GRANDSTAND - P2

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osford Council has launched a new sporting and cultural sponsorship program for Gosford City residents.

The new Developing and Recognising Talent (DART) Program, replaces the former Central Coast Regional Organisation of Councils (CCROC) sponsorship program, in which funding was provided to Central Coast residents who have been selected by a national, state or regional body to participate in a recognised sporting or cultural event. Gosford Council general manager Mr Paul Anderson said that council seized the opportunity to develop the DART Program, following Wyong Council’s withdrawal from the joint CCROC sponsorship initiative. “Our previous sporting and cultural sponsorship program was a joint initiative with Wyong Shire Council,” said Mr Anderson. “With Wyong deciding to withdraw their contribution to the program last month, Gosford Council decided this would be a great opportunity to continue to provide a

worthwhile sponsorship program for Gosford City residents. “The DART sponsorship program supports residents of the Gosford LGA to represent our city in sporting and cultural pursuits. “The DART program will continue to offer funding for individuals and teams attending sporting and cultural events, where selection is merit based and of regional or greater significance. “Sponsorships will provide funding for individuals or groups, toward costs associated with participation in significant sporting and cultural events. “The program also aims to formally recognise those individuals and groups achieving excellence in their chosen discipline and in return for the sponsorship, recipients will be expected to promote Gosford City in local, interstate and international arenas,” Mr Anderson added. To see if you or someone you know may be eligible for sponsorship or to find out more information visit www. gosford.nsw.gov.au/gccgrants.

New training area at YMCA Jim Lloyd, Office of Darren Webber MP

he new outdoor training area at the YMCA Lake Haven Recreation Centre was officially opened on Wednesday, April 10.

“This $60,000 project was partially funded by a $45,000 grant from the successful Community Building Partnership Program,” said Member for Wyong Mr Darren Webber at the opening. “The outdoor training area consists of areas of grass field, soft fall areas and fixed outdoor gym equipment such as training bars and sit-up areas. “It will be of great benefit to group fitness training courses, outdoor training classes, and to local sporting groups. “It will also act as a great social meeting place with a barbecue area also located within the training area. “This project is a

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wonderful example of how the Community Building Partnership Grants directly benefits the residents of the Wyong electorate,” Mr Webber said. “I was keen to support this project in an effort to address the rising obesity rate on the Central Coast. “It is important for everyone to have a healthy and active lifestyle and this facility will assist in this aim,” Mr Webber said. The next round of the Community Building Partnership program will deliver even more improved community infrastructure for the people of Wyong and will encourage the enhancement of local community based activities that create more vibrant and inclusive communities. “The successful applications for the latest $300,000 allocation will be announced shortly,” Mr Webber concluded.

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