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Good turn out for Gosford Show

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he 125th Gosford Regional Show was held over the weekend of April 4 and 5 with organisers estimating a crowd between 10,000 and 15,000. The show featured performances by award winning musical-circus duo Strings on Fire as well as a show by the Australian Reptile Park and an U18s talent quest. Genesis Gym’s NSW Strongman Titles were also held over the two days along with a Central Coast Bake-Off and Photography competition. The Showgirl competition was also well received with Kaitlin Watts of Terrigal taking out the title, Narara’s Ashley

Jarvis winning Runner Up and People’s Choice and Kanwal’s Toni McCarthy winning second runner up. The Junior Showgirl competition was won by Jasmine Cartner with

Chantia Macpherson runner up and Bianca June White winning second runner up. Gosford Regional Show co-coordinator Mr Chris King said they had received

“fantastic feedback” so far. Mr King said it was great to see families taking their kids along and having an “absolute ball”. “My favourite part was seeing happy people,

seeing families come together and celebrating something about our region that doesn’t cost an arm and a leg. “You generally know over the weekend whether

it’s going to be well received and this one was wonderfully received,” said Mr King. When asked if the 125th show was any more memorable than previous years, Mr King said he didn’t like to compare them. “I think, it’s like musicals, each one has its own flavour and I think we are a bit remiss if we start to compare them. “It was certainly a wonderful celebration and something that everyone associated can be proud of and it really showcased our region to the max. “It was all really good; it was all lots of fun and I loved it all,” said Mr King.

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he new Alison Homestead Men’s Shed was officially opened on Monday, May 13, by Member for Wyong Mr Darren Webber.

“This important expansion of the Central Coast Men’s Shed network was fully funded by a State Government Community Building Partnership Grant of $10,975,” Mr Webber said. “This has enabled the construction of the new shed, including the laying of the concrete slab. “There is still work required to fit out

the electrical works and fixtures and I am encouraging the Alison Homestead Men’s Shed Association to apply for further funding in the next round of Community Building Partnership Grants which opens in June this year. “This new shed is now a valuable addition to the many established Men’s Sheds on the Central Coast including four in the Wyong Shire, with another two under construction. “As a patron of this Association I welcome their continued expansion within the Wyong Shire.

“With an ever increasing population on the Central Coast, the Men’s Shed network continues to play a vital role in promoting and supporting men’s health activities through the provision of a safe environment that encourages the social inclusion of men and facilitates meaningful discussion within our community. “This will benefit men of all ages, particularly younger men who may no longer have contact with their fathers or grandfathers,” Mr Webber concluded.

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opportunities vital to meet future visitors’ expectations and demands,” said Mr Diaz. “Without investment in these projects and experiences there is no doubt that the region will lag behind our competitors and visitor numbers will decline. “Central Coast Tourism will work

together with the local councils, the State and Federal Governments and Regional Development Australia to encourage investment in the region to ensure that we maximise the growth opportunities of both visitor numbers and length of stay,” he concluded. Central Coast Tourism has

issued an open invitation to the local community and businesses who would like to provide input into the direction of tourism on the Central Coast to attend one of two workshops to be held at the Crowne Plaza, Terrigal, on Thursday, May 16, from 9:30am to 11:30am and 1:30pm to 3:30pm.

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The workshops will be used to provide information for the development of a new Destination Management Plan, which will provide an agreed vision for the direction of the tourism industry during the period of 2013 to 2016. The last decade saw a high point of 5.3 million visitors to the Central Coast in 2003. However, the number declined to 4.8 million the following year and has reduced further since. Last year’s total visitor count was 4.3 million. The Tourism Opportunity Plan attributed the decline to the global recession of 2008 through to 2012, a lack of new product to stimulate demand and repeat visitation, and low cost airlines which encouraged Australians to travel internationally. The Tourism Opportunity Plan forecasted that if its recommendations were adopted, the region would see a year-onyear increase of roughly 150,000 visitors. The Plan recommend the implementation of 44 investment and infrastructure opportunities for the purpose of improving the reduced visitor numbers the region has experienced across the past 10 years. Media release, 18 Apr 2013, 7 May 2013 Leeanne Dyer, Central Coast Tourism Central Coast Tourism Opportunity Plan, April 2013 The Stafford Group

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nourishment. The construction period is 30 weeks with work scheduled to start later this month. The Ettalong Foreshore Redevelopment has major funding contributions from council and the Federal Government, and some funding from the NSW State Government. Gosford Council Agenda CIT.15, 7 May 2013 An artist’s impression of part of the redevelopment of the foreshore

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established museums all devoted to documenting and educating people about our heritage. “Congratulations to all of the deserving award winners for your outstanding contribution to our city,” said mayor Cr McKinna. The Excellence in Heritage Conservation award went to the Gunyah at Terrigal for extensive conservation works of the interior and exterior of the c. 1911 building and its adaptation as a dental surgery. The Excellence in Interpretation Projects award went to Bob Fitzgerald for the writing, direction and production of the documentary ﬁlm Ettalong Beach, Then and Now, which was shown for the ﬁrst time at the Ettalong Festival 2012. The St Joseph’s Spirituality and Education Centre Museum at Kincumber South, which was established by volunteers Zeena Elton and Bridie Murphy and provides a

historical display depicting the history and artefacts of the St Joseph’s Home for Boys, also received an Excellence in Interpretation Projects award. The Excellence in Historical Research and Publication award went to Marie Riley for her book Kincumber South Remembered: A Social History of the Community and the Boys Home. The book concentrates on the settlement of Kincumber South and the history of the St Joseph’s Boys Home which was established in 1887. Marie dedicated four years to the project including collecting oral histories and researching the history and people of Kincumber South. The Outstanding Achievement Award went to Keith Paull for his committed research into the history and heritage of the Upper Mangrove Creek area, including collecting the stories of the area, plotting the sites of early settlement and recording the oral histories

The Gunya building at Terrigal preserved by Mr Tony Collins Inset: Mayor Cr Mayor McKinna presenting Mr Tony Collins with his award

The decision was made by Justice Rachael Ann Pepper following complaints made by next door neighbours John and Rosemary Dobrohotoff who told the Court the house was regularly used for bucks’ parties and the like. Gosford Council interim director of environment and planning Mr Eddie Love said Council would continue to have discussions with the Department of Planning regarding state wide issues

surrounding short term holiday letting. Mr Love said the property at 24 Charles Kay Dr was zoned 2(a) Residential and council had corresponded with owners requesting that they address neighbourhood concerns in relation to the use of this premises. “Issues surrounding short term holiday letting have been seen across the Gosford LGA,” said Mr Love. “As this case was not an isolated occurrence it was

decided by council to deﬁne and allow ‘short term holiday letting’ of dwellings for no more than four bedrooms without consent. “Letting arrangements for ﬁve and six bedroom properties would require consent and for dwellings over six bedrooms the use would not be permitted. “The above clause was incorporated into the Draft Gosford Local Environmental Plan (LEP) 2009 with the view that short term holiday

letting would be addressed by the NSW Department of Planning,” said Mr Love. “The Draft LEP for Gosford is currently under review by council and the Department of Planning. “Short term holiday letting is an important economic activity in coastal cities across NSW and we will be working with the relevant bodies to ﬁnd workable solutions for all involved,” said Mr Love. Greens MP and spokesperson for tourism and housing Ms Jan Barham said the decision made by the Court was a good one. “The Court’s clariﬁcation that homes in residential

zones that were intended for long-term occupancy are inappropriate for tourism purposes is an important outcome for local communities,” said Ms Barham. “In coastal areas especially, the use of homes for short-term tourism rentals has seen many potential homes lost to permanent residents, causing a shortage in housing supply. “In terms of tourism use, holiday letting has not served the community well. “Local government faces a difﬁcult task in addressing housing availability and affordability. “This decision clariﬁes the

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he Awabakal and Guringai Peoples have given notice that they intend to ﬁle a claim for Native Title over the area from Broken Bay to Maitland, which includes the entirety of the Central Coast.

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use of approved residential dwellings for permanent residents, which should free up dwellings to ease the housing stress and ensure that tourism occurs in appropriate areas,” Ms Barham said. Media Statement, 3 May 2013 Eddie Love, Gosford Council Media Statement, 3 May 2013 Kerri Douglass, Ofﬁce of the Chief Justice, Supreme Court of NSW Media Release, 3 May 2013 David Barham, Ofﬁce of Jan Barham MLC

The notice invited descendants of the Awabakal and Guringai Peoples’ ancestors, in addition to other Aboriginal persons who believe they have Native Title rights within the area, to attend a meeting at Cameron Park Community Centre on Sunday, May 5, convened by the Awabakal and Guringai Peoples. Persons of nonindigenous descent were not invited. The notice stated that the meeting’s agenda would include discussion of the decision making process to be implemented, presentation of anthropological evidence to support the proposed claim, authorisation of a Native Title Determination to be ﬁled with the Federal Court, authorisation of the applicant to act on behalf of the Awabakal and Guringai Peoples, and

clarifying the extent of the applicant’s authority. Native Title is federal legislation which was established in 1993 to recognise peoples’ traditional connection to land, and it does not confer ownership of the land but allows Native Title holders to negotiate with mining companies for royalties. The NSW Aboriginal Land Rights Act was established in 1983 to provide Aboriginal people with compensation for the loss of land by giving the holder the right to build an economic base through land sales. Under NSW law, Darkinjung Land Council holds the Land Rights to the areas which stretch from Catherine Hill Bay at its northern boundary, Hawkesbury River to the South, Paciﬁc Ocean to the East and Watagan Mountains to the West, and is able to claim vacant crown land within these boundaries. When asked for comment on the impact of the Awabakal and Guringai Peoples’ intent to apply for Native Title, Darkinjung Land Council CEO Mr Sean Gordon said that Darkinjung would not be impacted and is not impacted by any Native Title claim

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that may be placed on the land today or in 20 years. Community member of Darkinjung Mr Gavi Duncan of Charmhaven said that he believed the claim would be unsuccessful. “Native Title says that you need to provide evidence of a continuous physical, ceremonial, spiritual relationship with the land, and they haven’t had that at all,” said Mr Duncan. “Guringai was something that was created by Warren Whitﬁeld here on the Coast a number of years back. “He and a Gosford Council employee basically claimed that this area was occupied by the Guringai Group. “The Guringai Group was created by nonAboriginal people, and Aboriginal people have never ever recognised any Aboriginal group called Guringai. “On the Northern Beaches they have a Kuring-gai National Park, which was named by Europeans. “Guringai is just a word or a language that Awabakal and Guringai refused to comment. land as they were unable was spoken,” he added. representative Mr Duncan said that to prove the unbroken People Harley Cattini and Kaitlin Brauer was the Darkinjung People spiritual, ceremonial and Kerrie Watts, 24 Apr 2013 Interviewees: Steve Gordon had not initiated a Native physical connection to contacted by Wyong Regional Chronicle but and Gavi Duncan Title claim over their the land.

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Good turn out for Gosford Show

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Jarvis winning Runner Up and People’s Choice and Kanwal’s Toni McCarthy winning second runner up. The Junior Showgirl competition was won by Jasmine Cartner with

Chantia Macpherson runner up and Bianca June White winning second runner up. Gosford Regional Show co-coordinator Mr Chris King said they had received

“fantastic feedback” so far. Mr King said it was great to see families taking their kids along and having an “absolute ball”. “My favourite part was seeing happy people,

seeing families come together and celebrating something about our region that doesn’t cost an arm and a leg. “You generally know over the weekend whether

Men’s shed opens in Wyong Jim Lloyd, Office of Darren Webber MP

he new Alison Homestead Men’s Shed was officially opened on Monday, May 13, by Member for Wyong Mr Darren Webber. “This important expansion of the Central Coast Men’s Shed network was fully funded by a State Government Community Building Partnership Grant of $10,975,” Mr Webber said. “This has enabled the construction of the new shed, including the laying of the concrete slab. “There is still work required to fit out

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inners of Gosford Council’s inaugural Gosford City Heritage Awards were announced at a special ceremony held in Council Chambers on Thursday, May 2.

The awards acknowledge the efforts of those who actively conserve heritage as well as educate and promote heritage and history within the Gosford LGA. The awards also formed part of celebrations for Australian Heritage Week and the National Trust Heritage Festival 2013. Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna said the Heritage Awards showcased the number of dedicated individuals focused on the preservation of our local history. “These awards give us a chance to publicly thank the individuals and organisations that invest their time and skills into caring for and preserving our heritage. “We were blown away by the number and quality of entries, especially as this is the Heritage Awards’ inaugural year. “Some of the award recipients have made movies, written books and even

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Tourism plan has no place for Peninsula Instead, the Central Coast Tourism Opportunity Plan Iists Gosford, Terrigal, Wyong and The Entrance as its major tourism nodes. The Peninsula’s potential was identified as its aquatic centre in Woy Woy, and whale watching and photo opportunities at Ettalong and Woy Woy. A Brisbane Water Adventure Cluster has also been listed as a possible investment opportunity which would include the development of a series of water based activities such as cruise operations and jet boating activities on Brisbane Water. Five opportunities were identified as catalyst projects which are expected to have a significant impact towards supporting sustainable tourism growth in the region. These catalyst projects comprise a motorsport precinct under consideration for development in the Wyong LGA, the construction of a sporting hub at Tuggerah’s Pioneer Dairy, a tourism hub at The Entrance, a tourism precinct at Mt Penang and the waterfront development at Gosford. Central Coast Tourism chairman Mr Bob Diaz said that he was delighted to release the Plan. “This document has identified new investment and development

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entral Coast Tourism has released the Tourism Opportunity Plan (TOP) which recommends the implementation of 44 investment and infrastructure opportunities for the purpose of improving the reduced visitor numbers the region has experienced across the past 10 years. Five of the opportunities were identified as catalyst projects which will have a significant impact towards supporting sustainable tourism growth in the region. They include a motorsport precinct under consideration for development in the Wyong Local Government Area, the construction of a sporting hub at Tuggerah’s Pioneer Dairy,

a tourism hub at The Entrance, in addition to a tourism precinct at Mt Penang and a waterfront development at Gosford. Central Coast Tourism chairman Mr Bob Diaz said that he was delighted to release the Plan. “This document has identified new investment and development opportunities vital to meet future visitors’ expectations and demands,” said Mr Diaz. “Without investment in these projects and experiences there is no doubt that the region will lag behind our competitors and visitor numbers will decline. “Central Coast Tourism will work together with the local councils, the State and Federal Governments and Regional Development Australia to encourage investment in the region to ensure that we

maximise the growth opportunities of both visitor numbers and length of stay,” he concluded. The last decade saw a high point of 5.3 million visitors to the Central Coast in 2003, however the number declined to 4.8 million the following year and has reduced further since. Last year’s total visitor count was 4.3 million. The TOP attributed the decline to the global recession of 2008 through to 2012, a lack of new product to stimulate demand and repeat visitation, and low cost airlines which encourage Australians to travel internationally. The TOP forecasted that if its recommendations are adopted, the region will see a year-on-year increase of roughly 150,000 visitors.

isitors to Mt Penang Gardens will now be able to enter for free following a recent decision by the Central Coast Regional Development Corporation (CCRDC). Gosford Council general manager Mr Paul Anderson said the decision promoted accessibility to the “valuable community asset”. “Council is pleased

with the CCRDC’s decision to open up Mt Penang Gardens to the broader community, by allowing free access to all visitors to this popular destination. “The Gardens are a valuable asset to our community and this move encourages increased access and visitation. “We are encouraging everyone to take advantage of this offer as it is only for a limited time,” Mr Anderson

said. Mt Penang Gardens is family friendly with eight hectares of gardens to explore including waterways and aquatic gardens. Free tickets can be collected from the Waterfall Cafe, located onsite. The Gardens and the Waterfall Cafe are open seven days a week from 9:30am to 4:30pm.

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“Their occasional foray into the audience midsong marks a band who lives by its belief that their music is built around a shared experience with their audience and supporters. “This attitude stretches as far as requests for the audience to join in on instruments,” said Mr Fine. The band is a five piece group featuring guitars, mandolins, fiddle, melodeons, percussion and vocals, performing a mix of traditional, contemporary and original folk and roots music. Often in mad hats, they sing rousing sounds and soulful ballads in four part harmony and play high energy instrumental dance tunes which can often lead to audience participation and revelry. Over the past 10 years, the ‘Wheezers’ have played in all the major Folk Festivals, headlining the National Folk Festival and, most recently, the St Albans Folk Festival.

Wyong mayor Cr Doug Eaton turned the first sod at the site on Monday, May 6. State of the art equipment, including a flying fox, a climbing web, swings, slides, spinner and explorative play items such as dinosaur bones are ready to be installed. Landscaping and tree planting will provide shade and there will also be a large shelter, picnic tables, seating, bike racks and pathways. The need for a playground in the southern part of Wyong Shire was first identified in Council’s Local Parks Strategy Wyong back in 2005. “Council knows how

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yong Drama Group (WDG) will host the 10th Central Coast Theatrefest of One Act Plays from June 21 to 23 at the Wyong Memorial Hall.

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however, have the opportunity to preview the plays being entered by WDG in the Theatrefest Competition for $10. “This represents great value for over two hours of entertainment,” said WDG publicity officer Ros Ellis. “It also allows people who’ve never attended a Theatre Festival before to get a taste of the fun and enjoyment to be had from

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seeing and comparing a wide variety of plays over a short period of time. Preview performances of Why Don’t They Eat Flowers? (Fantasy), Laundry and Bourbon (Drama), On the Edge (Drama) and In the Tank (Comedy) will be held in the auditorium at the Toukley Senior Citizens Centre on Friday, May 31, and Saturday, June 1.

Robert Findley, Point Clare Community Hall

n ANZAC service was held at Point Clare Community Hall on Wednesday, April 24.

The service was attended by locals who were unable to get to services on the following day in Sydney. “It is hoped that next year we will have representatives from the local primary school

who will be invited to lay the traditional wreath,” said Point Clare Community Hall secretary Mr Robert Findley. “We would invite as many locals to attend and pay tribute to our conflict dead and remember that it should never happen again in the interest of mankind,” he said.

Fashion parade in Ettalong Annette Strong, Ettalong Uniting Church

fashion parade will be held in the hall of Ettalong Uniting Church on Tuesday, May 28, from 10:30am.

“The lovely clothes are from Sarong’s shop which is opposite, and the church ladies are the models,” said Ettalong Uniting Church publicity officer Ms Annette Strong. “After the parade, a light lunch will be served for an entry fee of $10.

“All are invited to come along, and purchases can be made from the shop immediately after the parade or at a convenient time if you so desire. “The Ladies Fellowship also recently held a Mothers’ Day social afternoon and guests were warmly entertained by some members of the local Singing Hands Choir; a very happy and enjoyable sing along musical afternoon.”

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McDonalds’ kitchens open their doors

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fast food restaurant in Lisarow will open its doors to the public on Saturday, May 25, from 10am to 4pm for a behind the scenes kitchen tour.

Open Doors will be hosted at close to 200 McDonald’s restaurants across Australia and is an opportunity for customers to enter McDonald’s kitchens,

meet the people involved in running the restaurant and ask the questions they have always wanted to ask. “Through Open Doors we are inviting open dialogue about our restaurants and our food and how it is prepared,” said McDonald’s Lisarow licensee Mr Ron Mussalli. “We know people have questions about our food.

“Open Doors is an opportunity for people to see for themselves the care we take when we prepare their favourite meal. “The forums will give visitors the opportunity to ask questions about anything, from the preparation of our food, to the source of our products, or the training we provide our staff.”

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Sedona’s Sleepout in Kibble Park to raise money for homeless

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Catchment crawl at Kincumber

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he Community Environment Network’s (CEN) Waterwatch program will conduct a Catchment Crawl on Saturday, May 18, in the Kincumber Creek Catchment from 9am until 2:30pm. A catchment crawl involves travelling by bus to various areas of the catchment to look at the landscape and gain an understanding of issues

that might affect the health of the waterway in that area. “Participants will visit four sites and participate in activities such as water testing, water bug surveys and learn about landuse in the area,” said Waterwatch coordinator Ms Samantha Willis. “Kincumber Creek is an urban creek, a tributary of Brisbane Water, which is mostly bordered by urban and industrial developments.

“Poor landuse management within the Kincumber area can have a large impact on the water quality of the creek,” said Ms Willis. The catchment crawl is open to those who live, work or have an interest in the Kincumber area. Bookings are essential by Friday, May 17. For more information about the event or to RSVP, phone 4349 4757 or email waterwatch@cen.org.au.

Dr Michael Davey is guest speaker

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r Michael Davey will be the next guest speaker for the Central Coast Campus Friends Inc dinner event to be held from 6:30pm on Wednesday, June 12, at the Preview Restaurant in Ourimbah.

ocal schoolgirl Sedona Anderson, 12, is organising a Sleepout in Kibble Park on Saturday, May 25, to raise money to buy winter essentials for the homeless.

Ten local bands and artists will provide entertainment on the night. “The homeless have

no choice, they have to sleep out in the cold every night,” said Sedona. “We have a choice, and if we can’t even handle it for one night, imagine having no choice at all. “If it makes everyone just think about what it’s like for them, we might just start actually doing something to fix it.” Participants in the

Sleepout can sponsor friends, family members or themselves, with Sedona asking for a minimum sponsorship of $50. Register online at www. sleepout.wix.com/sedona before the event. Those who don’t wish to participate in the Sleepout can also sponsor Sedona directly at www.sleepout. wix.com/sedona.

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Biggest Morning Tea, along with a quilting and craft display, will be held by residents of The Cove

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‘MILF the Musical’ Sculpture by the Bay live at Avoca celebrates 10th year Karen Peters

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entral Coast resident Ms Sally Perricone has written and created a musical which will be performed at the Avoca Beach Theatre from May 24 to 26. The musical focuses on key characters and the

unintentional results, and often-hilarious outcomes, of their interactions on social media. ‘MILF the Musical’ speaks to every woman who has ever felt overwhelmed or asked the question “How did I get here?” and made it out the

other side a little stronger for the experience. An original soundtrack entirely written by Ms Perricone underscores ‘MILF the Musical’. Auditions were held earlier in the year with cast selected predominantly from the Central Coast.

Multi-Arts Confederation to hold forum

Norm Strange, Central Coast Multi-Arts Confederation

he Central Coast MultiArts Confederation (MAC) will hold a forum for the arts, entertainment and cultural communities on Saturday, May 25, at the Anglican Christ Church in Gosford from 9am to 3pm.

“The way forward for Gosford needs to include a cultural shift,” said MAC president Mr Rendall Wagner “We have enough exceptional talent and cultural groups on the Central Coast to plan activities virtually every weekend of the year for locals and tourists to come to the city or waterfront and have something to see or do,” he said. The forum will include representatives from a wide range of the arts and cultural communities, such as musicians, artists, craft groups, ethnic groups, dance schools, and local film makers. Mr Wagner said he

hoped the Gosford Chamber of Commerce would also be involved as he there were many ways for business to actively enhance the culture of Gosford. “The most exciting feature of this forum is what will come out of it,” said Mr Wagner. “Delegates will be brainstorming ideas for activities including sculpture, art installations, music, dance, drama, workshops, expos, festivals, fairs, parades, outdoor events such as cinema and major cultural events. “Gosford can become the business and cultural centre of the Central Coast. “If we can inspire people to come to Gosford and the waterfront because we have amazing arts, music and cultural events happening all the time,

we not only can attract families and tourism, but also make Gosford attractive for business and investment,” he said. Mr Wagner also said that other Coastal cities such as Newcastle and Fremantle were great examples of what Gosford could be like if arts and culture were allowed to flourish, however, he insisted that Council must be supportive of such events. “I’m talking about very little investment, because this is community driven. “We just need Council to get behind it by supporting the planning committee, providing free spaces for these events and advertising. “We have the ideas and the people to make this happen. “We can make the Gosford CBD and the waterfront a fun place to be,” said Mr Wagner.

osford Regional Gallery launched its annual Sculpture by the Bay exhibition on Friday, May 3, on the banks of the Caroline Bay Foreshore.

The popular outdoor exhibition of assemblage art by local Year 10 school students is now celebrating its 10th year. Sculpture by the Bay is partly modelled on the Sculpture by the Sea exhibition, the international sculpture exhibition held annually at Bondi.

with the natural world and landscape through their artworks. “Students were able to work under the guidance of their art teachers, consultant artist Col Henry and gallery staff. “Their works look fantastic and it’s great that the gallery can showcase some of our regions up and coming local artistic talent,” said Mr Braham. Sculpture by the Bay is on exhibition at Gosford Regional Gallery until May 26 and admission is free.

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Irregular Markets Saturday May 18 Bucketty and District Rural Fire Station Car Boot Sale 5385 George Downes Drive 10 am-2 pm Gwandalan Lions Car Boot Market Cnr Koowong Road and Winbin Crescent 8.00am– 12 Wyoming Festival Maidens Brush Oval 10am -3pm

Saturday May 25 Kariong Community Baptist Car Boot Sale Cnr Woy Woy & Milyerra Rds 8.00am-1pm Sunday May 26 Central Coast Annual Doll, Bear & Craft Show Wyong Memorial Hall 9.30am-3.00pm Saturday June 1 Ourimbah RSL Markets 6/22 Pacific Highway, Club’s car park 10am2pm

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Heazlett Park Foreshore 9am-2pm Lions Club of Woy Woy Peninsula Monthly Markets Dunban Road Car Park 9am-1pm Mangrove Mountain Country Markets Cnr Wiseman’s Ferry Rd & Waratah Rd 9am- 2pm Saturday June 1 Computer Fair Gosford Showground 10am – 2.30pm Kincumber Car Boot Markets Kincumber Uniting Church 7am-12noon Morisset Showground Markets Morriset Showground 8am onwards The Entrance Farmers Markets Memorial Park 9am– 1pm Sunday June 2 Terrigal Wamberal Lions Club Car Boot Sale Terrigal Lagoon Reserve 9am-1pm Saturday June 8 Central Coast Craft Sale Art Studios, Gosford Regional Gallery 9.30am- 4pm Gosford City Markets Kibble Park Gosford 8am -1pm Niagara Park Market Day Niagara Park Shopping Centre 9am– 1pm Wyee Community Markets Wyee Hall Grounds 7am- 1pm Sunday June 9 Mangrove District Markets Corner Wisemans Ferry Road and Waratah Road

he Avoca Beachside Market will return to Heazlett Park Foreshore on Sunday, May 26, from 9am to 2pm. The event, which is held on the fourth Sunday of every month, is set to

Car Boot Sale in Bucketty Meredith Emmanuel, Bucketty and District Rural Fire Brigade

ucketty and District Rural Fire Brigade will hold a Car Boot Sale fundraiser on Saturday, May 18, at 5385 George Downes Dr. For a $20 space reservation fee, vendors can set up a mini stall around the boot of their cars to showcase their treasures. Brigade members will sell barbecue foods, snacks, hot and cold drinks.

feature the Avoca Markets Art Tank Project, with free interactive workshops, as well as talks from Mindfully Green sustainable living consultant Ms Amber Cardozo. The market will also host

local music featuring Jacob Pearson, Shane Romeyn and Blue Sister Red, as well as newcomers Elwood Myre and Mia Wray on the Lizottes Live Stage from Fairplay Entertainment. Avoca Beachside

Markets have over 100 stalls featuring local produce in The Garden Basket, international foods, art, craft, clothing, jewellery, up-cycled goods, recycled homewares and more.

Record attendance at ANZAC service

Mick Wardle, Terrigal Wamberal RSL Sub-Branch

errigal’s ANZAC Day dawn service attracted a record number of attendants this year with an estimated 5,000 people present at the service.

The dawn ceremony included a speech by Central Coast Grammar High School captain Christian Whitfield and a wreath laying ceremony. The mother of Private Matthew Lambert, who

was killed in Afghanistan in 2011, was also there to lay a wreath for her son. This year, members of the HMAS Adelaide Association joined the march to commemorate the sinking of the Adelaide near Terrigal in 2011. After the service, Terrigal Wamberal RSL members and guests attended breakfast at the Breakers Memorial Club. All participated in

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further ceremonies at the club, with keynote speaker captain Conor Wales of Terrigal High School presenting his speech on the ANZAC tradition. Terrigal Wamberal SubBranch president Mr Mick Wardle said that there was a Sub-Branch committee working with government and community groups, looking for ways to improve the service for next year and for the ANZAC centenary in 2015. Mr Wardle said he was interested in hearing from people who attended the Terrigal dawn service and would like to comment on ways to improve the event. That

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Busy month for conservatorium

Evie Adasal exhibition reflects near death experience

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he Central Coast Conservatorium will hold a number of events next month at a variety of venues on the Central Coast. The month will kick off with a free performance by the Central Coast Chamber Orchestra on Saturday, June 1, with ensemble director Olena Zaporozhets and soloist Annastasia Milwain. The performance will be held from 5pm at the Kariong Eco Gardens and will be the third time the group has performed at the Eco Garden’s Four Seasons Film and Art Nights which feature a range of sustainability displays and presentations, food, drink and entertainment. The Central Coast Conservatorium will then present its Contemporary Music Studies Concert with head of department Rodric White. The performance will be held from 7pm on Friday, June 14, at the Youth Arts Warehouse in Gosford. The concert will provide the audience with a view on

what contemporary music options are available through the Conservatorium. The Central Coast Symphony Orchestra will present its Mainly Mozart performance on Sunday, June 23, from 2:30pm at Laycock St Theatre with guest conductor Dr Barry Bignell and soloist Geoffrey O’Reilly. The program will feature Mozart Symphony No.41, Mozart Horn Concerto No.3 and Stravinsky Pulcinella. A Concertino for Viola and Orchestra with conductor John Nottle and soloist Olivia Bell will finish the month off on Friday, June 28, from 7pm at the Anglican Church in Gosford. The Concertino for Viola and Orchestra is the first of three Composers’ Concerts commissioned by the Conservatorium and funded by Arts NSW. The Concertino was written by Conservatorium cello tutor and musician Adrian Bell and will be performed in a world premiere by violist Olivia Bell and the Central Coast Youth Orchestra.

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risbane Water Bridge Club held its annual Restricted Pairs Championship on Tuesday, May 9, which was open to any pair with less than 100 master points each.

Eighteen pairs participated in the event with Jurate Petrauskas and Jean Haggar (North - South positions) and Thomas

Fleming and Margaret Fleming (East – West positions) taking home the title. In second place were Carla Wisenbeck and Stella Hunter (North – South) and Kenneth Yates and Robyn Serra (East – West). Third place went to Robyn Henwood and Denise Collister and Janusz Pazkowski and Thelma Duffy.

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n exhibition by artist Evie Adasal is being held at the Creative Collective Gallery from 2pm to 8pm until Wednesday, May 22. ‘Conscious’ is Evie’s story of experiencing near death and the joy of life. Evie’s heart stopped beating on July 8, 2011, aged 40. She was slim, healthy and vibrant or so it seemed to her. “I fell unconscious and distinctly recall feeling that I was somewhere exquisite and at peace,” said Evie. “The temptation to stay was so enticing. “I didn’t want to come

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back, but then I distinctly remember thinking of my young daughter and I knew it wasn’t my time. “That night, and in the weeks that followed, I realised how fragile life is and how in an instant it can change. “I now have a pace maker, a second chance at life and a heart full of gratitude,” she said. Evie said her work stemmed from the depth of this experience with her paintings unlocking an explosion of colour, sounds, and memories onto canvas. “There is a sense of depth, vibrancy and volume,” said well-known local artist Neale Joseph.

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ever and compelled to live fully, doing what I love with all my heart. “Painting is my passion. “To let go and not control the outcome simply lets a story unfold in my work, which I hope can inspire others as much as it has me.” Fashion parade, Ettalong Uniting Church, 10:30am

Wednesday May 29 Neighbourhood Centre, 9:30am-12pm, Free Brisbane Water Secondary College variety Night, Woy Woy Campus, 6:30pm Biggest Morning Tea, Gosford Uniting Church, 10:30am Hot Chips staged play reading, Uniting Church Hall, Gosford, 7:30pm, free MILF the Musical, Avoca Beach Theatre

Church fete, 9am-1pm Central Coast MultiArts Confederation forum, Anglican Christ Church, 9am-3pm The Piano Diaries, Brentwood Village, Kincumber, 7:30pm Lisarow McDonald’s Open Doors event, 10am4pm Land for Wildlife hanging swamps workshop, 10am-1pm Wheeze and Suck Band, Woy Woy CWA Hall, 7pm

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Substance Use and Mental Illness workshop, Uniting Care Gosford, 10am-4pm Understanding Retirement Income Streams course, Tuggerah Library

Thursday May 30 Triple P 2-8 Years Group Program, Kariong Neighbourhood Centre, 9:30am-12pm, Free

Friday May 31 Buddy Goode performance, Central Coast Leagues Club, 7:30pm

Saturday June 1 4 Seasons Film and Art Night, Kariong Eco Garden, 6-9pm Central Coast Potters Society Hand forming with Clay workshop Central Coast Conservatorium presents Central Coast Chamber Orchestra, Kariong Eco Gardens, 5pm Brisbane Water Legacy Garden Party, 51 Masons Pde, Point Frederick, 1pm Central Coast Family History Society annual meeting, Lions Community Hall, East Gosford, 1pm

Sunday June 2 Central Coast Blues Society jam session, Breakers Country Club, Wamberal, 6pm-9pm

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Guy Robins is Gosford Champion

Rex Brown, Gosford City Bowling Club

fter being runner up on two occasions, Guy Robins has won the Gosford City Major Singles competition and is now the Club Champion.

Guy has been bowling for 24 years starting out at the now defunct ANC Bowling Club. After joining Gosford City, he has held many positions on the executive committee and is at present chairman of selectors. He has won up to 12 minor championships and some external club events but said he rated this victory as his

best. His adversary in the finals was Lindsay Bailey who reached the quarter finals last year but had to forfeit because of surgery on his hip. “I had the privilege of marking this game and from the roll-up it was obvious it was going to be a great contest,” said Gosford City Bowling Club representative Mr Rex Brown. “Both men didn’t disappoint. “Lindsay started with a rush and led 17-8 then stuck. “Guy clawed back and from then on they went end for end until the score was 29 all. “With the contest finishing on 31 to 29, the gallery was treated to a great final.”

he Central Coast Invitational XV and the Australian Army rugby union teams played out a 19 all draw at The Haven Oval on Sunday, May 5.

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said McKinna’s shift to club ambassador from general manager of football was a subtle one. “Lawrie is well known in Central Coast and Australian football circles and as part of our current restructure it’s true that a few of Lawrie’s football operations commitments will be absorbed by other staff. “However his input, energy and experience from a football

Coast Invitational XV draws with Australian Army Larry Thomson, Central Coast Rugby Union

McKinna appointed Mariners’ club ambassador he Central Coast Mariners have confirmed that Lawrie McKinna has been appointed club ambassador and will no longer undertake the role of general manager of football.

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perspective will naturally remain highly valued,” said Mr Turnbull. He said as the Club’s first official ambassador, McKinna would be at the forefront of the Mariners’ community engagement efforts, presiding over a range of events to ensure the Club continued to strengthen its bond with the Central Coast people. In addition, McKinna will

continue to complete some of the football operations duties that he currently fulfils including the organisation of the team’s 2013-14 Hyundai A-League pre-season campaign. Further announcements regarding new community initiatives and appointments by the Club will be made in due course.

The Army team scored first with a converted try under the posts but the Central Coast team hit back midway through the first half with a try to centre David Gee (Avoca Beach) before a second try to fullback Chris Heap (Gosford). The latter try was converted by five-eight Ryan Pike (Ourimbah) to make the halftime score Central Coast 12, Army seven. Best players for the Central Coast team were lock Luke Hennig (Gosford), centre David Gee (Avoca Beach), halfback Doug Angus

(Terrigal), number eight Emile Thomas (Avoca Beach) and lock Adrian Davis (Gosford). The second half of the match saw Army on the attack. They were rewarded with a try early in the second period to make the score 12 apiece. This remained the score line for the remainder of the match. With 10 minutes remaining, Army scored a converted try to take the lead by 19 points to 12. When victory seemed almost secure, the local side played some great team rugby in the final minutes to be rewarded with a try under the posts to lock Joe Taylor (Terrigal). The try was converted right on full time by centre Dane McNamara (Ourimbah) to make the final score 19 all.

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Sohier is Australian Lifeguard of the Year and Higgins is Waterman of the Day

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wo Soldiers B e a c h lifeguards have been recognised at the Australian P r o fe s s i o n a l Ocean Lifeguard A s s o c i a t i o n Incor porated (APOLA Inc) 17th Annual Conference held earlier this month in Bondi.

The Conference provides an opportunity for lifeguards to update their training and review best practices in rescue, emergency care and community education. This year’s theme was Managing Beaches in an Age of New Technologies. “I am pleased to announce that Council’s permanent lifeguard at Soldiers Beach, Stuart Sohier, was awarded the highly sought after Australian

Lifeguard of the Year award at the conference,” said Wyong Council’s acting general manager Ms Maxine Kenyon. “Stuart was recognised for the quality of his patrolling at one of our most popular beaches renowned for its heavy surf conditions.” A number of races between the various lifeguards were also held at Bondi Beach in what turned out to be quite challenging surf conditions. Scott Higgins, also a lifeguard at Soldiers Beach, entered the individual Lifeguard Mission event (run, swim and board), considered the premier race at this event, and came first. “Scott is now officially recognised as an Australian Champion after his efforts in this event,” said Ms Kenyon. “What is particularly pleasing is that Scott beat

entrants from Councils with larger and better resourced lifeguard services such as Waverly and the Gold Coast.” Scott was also awarded “Waterman of the Day” due to his success in a number of other events; second in the Open Rescue Board race, third in the Open Surf Race and third in the Team Lifeguard Relay with Stuart Sohier and Ian Vaughan. Sohier also claimed a second in the over 35 Rescue Board on the day. “I would like to congratulate all our lifeguards on their achievement at this important conference,” Ms Kenyon said. “It is wonderful that the hard work of our lifeguards and their dedication to ensuring the safety of beach goers has been recognised in this way.”

Scott Higgins and Stuart Sohier with their awards

Emily Leslie wins breaststroke at Homebush

Tahlia wins silver at swimming carnival

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School Year 8 student Tahlia Blanshard

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performed well at the CIS Swimming Carnival held on Wednesday, May 1. Tahlia won silver in both the 100m freestyle and 50m backstroke. She also beat her personal best times in all events on the day.

ear 5 student from Wyong Christian Community School, Emily Leslie, competed at the CIS Swimming Championships at Homebush Aquatic Centre on Wednesday, March 20.

Emily competed in the 50 metre breaststroke and 50 metre butterfly. Emily placed first in the breaststroke and 10th in the butterfly. “This is a massive achievement,” said Wyong Christian Community School teacher Ms Christina Clark. “It means she is the best breaststroker for her age out of all the Independent Schools in NSW.”

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Panthers claim 72 point victory over Bombers

Fundraising day goes ahead despite Club being burnt down

Garry Burkinshaw, Black Diamond AFL

n round six of the Black Diamond AFL competition played on Saturday, May 11, the Terrigal Avoca Panthers stamped themselves as the leading Central Coast side with a hard fought 72 point win over Killarney Vale Bombers at Adelaide St Oval with a score of 15.15.105 to 5.3.33.

The Bombers were committed but lacked the penetration to break down the oppositionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s defence which has been impassable all year. The Panthers started the better of the two sides and were able to dictate the game, winning every quarter to keep

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their unbeaten start to the season intact. Peter Van Dam was the dominant big man on the ground and received support from Brendan Harper (four goals), Kurt Flemming and Matt Gencur while Lachlan Wilson, Chad Clarke and Daniel Lloyd were best for the Bombers. In First Division, a big crowd turned out at Don Small to celebrate Billy Dennissâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 600th club game and to help raise money for breast cancer research. Following the heartbreak of the fire which destroyed their clubhouse the morning before, the Magpies suffered further heartache when Cardiff, with the final kick of the day, kicked a goal to record a one point win over Wyong Lakes.

Simon Wood, Wyong Lakes Football Club

Round seven AFL preview

Garry Burkinshaw, Black Diamond AFL

t may only be round seven off the Black Diamond AFL Cup Premier Division, however, the match on Saturday, May 18, at Feighan Oval could have huge implications on the finals ambitions for both Warners Bay and Killarney Vale.

Both clubs have solid claims on being good enough to contest the finals, however, there may not be room for both of them in the top four and, as such, matches between the two become important. Killarney Vale started the season in good form winning their first three games, before suffering losses to the league heavyweights, Newcastle City and Terrigal Avoca. In both these games Killarney Vale was more than competitive but just did not have the experience or the class to match these sides for the full four quarters. They two will welcome back a couple of key players to

strengthen their side. These two sides met in round one, with Killarney vale winning by 11 points, after Warners Bay had led for most of the day. This match will again be a torrid affair with not much to separate them at the final siren. Terrigal Avoca travel to Rose Point Park to take on bottom placed Singleton. The Panthers have taken all before them this year, winning all matches and in fact their lowest winning margin is 44 points. They have strengths all across the field which makes it very difficult for opposition teams to match up on. In the final game, Newcastle City and Cardiff do battle at No 1 Sportsground. Lake Macquarie have the bye. In First Division, Wyong Lakes make the daunting trip to Nelson Bay. The magpies currently find themselves outside the top four, however, are confident of a strong performance against the undefeated Marlins.

n the eve of its biggest fundraising event of the year, Wyong Lakes Football Club has been devastated following a fire which destroyed its clubhouse at Don Small Oval on Friday, May 10.

The fire occurred at approximately 1am and gutted the building which held all of the Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s equipment and also its stock for the weekend. The Club was preparing for its second Annual Wyong Lakes Pink day in support of breast cancer, a day which also coincided with club stalwart and life member William â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Billyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Dennissâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 600th game. As club members woke to the news on Friday morning, a meeting was convened at Wyong RSL and plans put into place to go ahead with the fund raising day. Club president Ken Clouten said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t thank our sponsors and supporters enough, Wyong RSL, IGA

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North Wyong, everyone involved with the club and many more rallied to the cause.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;A little over 24 hours after the fire, the club and local community showed what spirit is all about and put on a fantastic day,â&#x20AC;? said Wyong Lakes Football Club committee member Simon wood. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The ladies lounge under the Brian Hilton Toyota marque was a favourite, as was the old boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; tents, with many former players, coaches and families joining in the activities. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A parents versus kids game got the day under way, while the AFL had supplied an inflatable set of goal post for those wanting to test their skills. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A number of stall holders also added to the day and

were well patronised by all present. â&#x20AC;&#x153;By game time a massive crowd had gathered and the Wyong boys donned specially made pink and white guernseys, replacing the traditional black and white for the day, and pink socks. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The guernsey had been specially prepared by Safety One and featured the logos of club sponsors Wyong RSL and Aubrey Brown Partners. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Billy Denniss was then given the honour of running out through a guard of honour formed by the Wyong and Cardiff teams. â&#x20AC;&#x153;After the first bounce Cardiff got off to a flyer, kicking a couple of quick goals and ended the first quarter ahead by 20 points,â&#x20AC;? said Wood.

A four goal second quarter by the Magpies saw the teams go to the sheds all locked up at 35 all. In the third quarter, Billy Dennis snagged a goal but Cardiff went to the break two points up. The final quarter saw Cardiff kick a gaol which put them one point ahead at 7675. Following the game Billy Denniss was chaired off the ground by team mates to the applause of all present. While the final figures are still being counted, Mr Wood said the Club believed considerable donations would be made to both the McGrath Foundation and Danielle Speed, the wife of club member Marty Speed, who is currently battling breast cancer.

Central Coast Sports History Central Coast Grandstand will include articles on the history of various sports on the Coast, with photographs where possible, subject to space available in each edition. Many of our readers have shown a great deal of interest in having historical information included in our papers and while sport is usually about here and now, we should not forget

past achievements. If you would like your sport, club, school or team included and have information and photographs, please send them to us for consideration. Contact details are on page 2.

There are no restrictions but we would prefer to start with material prior to 1970. Where appropriate and space permits,

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Grade four flag unfurled at Woy Woy Miriam Cotton, Woy Woy Women’s Bowling Club

Coast bowlers win RSL State President Shield Kevin Owen, Zone 5

entral Coast RSL bowlers s u c c e s s f u l l y defended the State President Shield by defeating Zone 4 RSL bowlers from the Sydney Northern Beaches 99 shots to 64 at Asquith Bowling Club on Friday, May 10.

Central Coast won the right to defend their title by winning the Regional Interzone Carnival at Park Beach in February. Central Coast went to a comfortable lead early in the game but Zone four fought back to take the lead about a third of a way through the game. Central Coast quickly regained the lead and went on to win all four rinks. The players representing the Central Coast were Norm

oy Woy Women’s Bowling Club celebrated the unfurling of the grade four Pennant flag on Thursday, May 9.

This was won at the District Play offs the week before. The last flag won by the Club was in 1990. NSW State Bowls representative Leslie Swales, Central Coast District president Patricia Frewin, District secretary

Dianne Elsom and a number of other dignitaries were present for the unfurling. A guard of honour was formed for the visiting dignitaries and for the winning side while the song ‘We are the champions’ filled the airways. Two teams made up the side that won, comprising Patricia Toohey, Toni Kenny, Dawn Haworth, president Barbara Champion (skip) and Shirley Taylor (skip), Gayle Wise, Jan Beston and Christine Gentle.

Zone U18 Fours to be replayed

State RSL Bowls president Palmer Mitchell presenting the trophy to Central Coast RSL Bowls president Brian Williams

Whitten, Mal Campbell, John Edwards and skip Dick Thornton on rink one with a winning score of 28-12, Tony Bridge, Grahame Canobie,

on rink three with a winning score of 26-14 and Ken Hope, Bruce Jones, Wayne Balfe and Brian Williams on rink four with a winning score of 22-18.

Zone 15 bowlers play Zone 2 Bob Bourke, Bowls Central Coast-Zone 15

Bob Bourke, Bowls Central Coast-Zone 15

n the May 2 edition of Grandstand on page 12, it was stated that the final of the Bowls Central Coast – Zone 15 U18 Fours Championship Final would have to be replayed due to an ineligible player.

Denis McDevitt and George Clark on rink two with a winning score of 23-20, Adrian Dunn, Mike Sibthorpe, Glenn Richardson and Allan Jones

In fact, the entire Fours Championship competition will be replayed.

our teams of fours from the Bowls Central Coast Reserves Squad along with two teams of fours from the U18 squad travelled to Warners Bay on Sunday, May 5, to play

matches against their counterparts from Zone Two Newcastle. The Reserves scored two strong wins despite meeting strong opposition and fielding players representing Zone 15 for the first time. Meanwhile, the U18s

also did well with skip Luke McBeatty steering his team to two big wins over their opponents, but Maddison Fennell’s team drew strong opponents and had to play excellent bowls to stay in the running in both games to just go down by the narrowest of margins. U18s manager Garry MacFadyen stated: “All of the Zone 15 teams looked smart in their Zone uniforms and acquitted themselves admirably both on and off the greens.”

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Roos claim first win over Auckland Stephen Marks

yong Roos travelled to Wellington, New Zealand, on Saturday, May 11, and won their ﬁrst VB NSW Cup clash against the Auckland Vulcans 2824.

The clash was part of the Capital Clash promotion on the undercard of the WarriorsBulldogs NRL match. The Roos were without first choice half AJ Taumata and Jay Florimo who rolled his ankle in the last training session. Coach Stringer said the Vulcans would be a different proposition in the land of the long, white cloud, having underperformed during recent games away from home territory. The Vulcans were weakened after Glen Fisiiahi and Konrad Hurrell were called upon by the Warriors for the NRL fixture. The Roos opened the scoring when half Brad Murray kicked cross field. Vulcans’ winger, Tangi Ropati, attempted to shield the ball as it rolled close to the touch line, only for Roos’ left wing Allen Mulia Malau to sneak under Ropati’s guard, regather and plant the ball down in one sliding motion. The Roos had taken note of the slippery Westpac Stadium surface in a pre-match walk of the ground and were first to exploit the conditions. Murray missed the conversion attempt and it was Roos 4 – Vulcans 0. Mulia Malau cracked the Vulcans’ defensive line from the restart and raced upfield, only to be brought down by the Auckland fullback on his second attempt.

The Roos shifted the ball to the right. Brad Bennett cleverly delayed his pass, hitting right wing Arthur Brown on the outside of the scrambling Vulcans. Brown needed to get airborne to ground the ball in the corner before the cover arrived. Murray again missed the conversion and the score was Roos 8 – Vulcans 0. The Vulcans’ response was almost immediate. The Roos found it difficult to contain the big Vulcans pack and, on the back of repeated offloads and some second phase play, the Vulcans pressured the Roos’ line. Prop Charlie Gubb targeted the space between A and B defenders Todd Wilson and Magnus Stromquist, crashing over for the Vulcans’ first points. Harry Siejka converted Gubb’s try. Despite dominating proceedings, the Roos were only ahead 8 – 6. Auckland again advanced the ball from the restart with more second phase play. The Roos were fortunate when Vulcans’ centre Ngani Laumape was penalised for a double movement. The Roos remained composed and, with two consecutive penalties, found themselves deep in Vulcans’ territory with tackles in hand. Mulia Malau was held up in the left corner after receiving a round the back pass from fullback Grant Nelson on a second man sweep play. When the Roos shifted the ball to the other side of the paddock Brad Bennett responded to Brown’s signal and placed a cross field kick in behind the Vulcans’ defensive

line. Brown regathered the kick and was unopposed in his short run to the line. Murray missed his third conversion attempt and the halftime score was Roos 12 – Vulcans 6. Soon after the halftime break, Murray bombed the Vulcans’ line. The Vulcans’ back three failed to diffuse the situation and back rower Todd Wilson got his hand to the ball as it rolled toward the dead ball line. Murray converted Wilson’s try and the score was Roos 18 – Vulcans 6. Auckland then scored two converted tries, when first Nathaniel Peteru, then John Palavi, strode through some ineffectual Roos’ defence. The scores were then locked at 18 all, and the fast finishing Vulcans looked to have sufficient momentum to take the match. Murray was later able to secure a repeat set from a close range grubber into the Vulcans’ in goal. On the second tackle after the drop out restart, Vaha Pulu poked his nose through the Vulcan’s line and off loaded to Murray who was trailing at pace. The movement came to nothing when the referee assessed Pulu’s pass to be forward. From the ensuing scrum, a misdirected pass hit the ground. The Roos’ defensive line pressed forward and, as the Vulcans looked to continue the left side attacking raid, Brown intercepted and ran 60m to score under the posts. Murray converted and the Roos had a little breathing space at 24 – 18.

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Progress association 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. “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.

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

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 beneﬁt to the caravan park, congestion due to the reduction in size, the beach having “plenty of beach available for everyone”, inaccuracies of the

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

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

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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Capacity crowd for Anzac Day Woy Woy Memorial Park was nearing capacity at the 10:30am Anzac Day service on Thursday, May 25. Brisbane Water Secondary College school captains Jason Mumford and Aleisha Ford were the guest speakers at the ceremony. Jason said it was an honour to have been asked to deliver a speech at the service. “I have been attending Anzac services for as long as I can remember and have always seen this day as one of great inspiration, remembrance and unity. “Each nation recognizes a past event, which would stay with them forever. “This is our event. “The large turnout here today is evidence itself of how close this date is to the hearts of all Australians. “It is so encouraging seeing so many peoples, both young and old, attending this service and similar ones nationwide. “April 25 is no longer a date on the calendar, but rather a fundamental Australian tradition. “A celebration of the lives in which were sacriﬁced to allow the many freedoms we all take for granted today. “These Anzacs, often younger then myself, saw this as an adventure. “Always displaying the characteristics now cemented forever in this great nation. “These young men

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.

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The Hardys Bay Residents Group reported in its recent newsletter that it had removed “designated mangroves” with Council and Fisheries approval near Killcare marina in a clean-up in February. The Trust stated in its newsletter that it was “not fundamentally opposed to appropriate mangrove removal”.

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Tourism plan has no place for Peninsula The Peninsula will not have any signiﬁcant place in the future of tourism on the Central Coast, according to a tourism opportunity plan released last month.

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demonstrated immense courage, commitment, endurance and of course mateship. “Four qualities in which Australians as a whole have adopted and should continue to strive for. “By the end of the war, one quarter of a million casualties could be counted, from a country with a small population of only ﬁve million at the time. “To put that painfully, one

in every 17 people of our total population was dead or injured as a result of the war; brothers, fathers, sons, mothers, daughters and mates. “We must also think of their families and the pain they suffered after losing a loved one to the war, something many of us could not comprehend today. “Their potential to further impact the world fading with them too, however, their legacy lives on.

“This is why we remember. “By remembering we uphold everything the Anzacs stood and fought for. “By coming together today we show our appreciation in a national unity. “The essence of Gallipoli was that in the face of potential and likely defeat, the Australian spirit prevailed. “Let us not celebrate the war on this day, but instead the people

involved. “We must look back with pride, but also look forward to further build on the foundations and freedoms these young Anzacs established for us all. “Lest we forget,” concluded Jason. Email, 26 Apr 2013 Jason Mumford, Brisbane Water Secondary College

Trust responds vigourously to mangrove removal The Killcare Wagstaffe Trust has “responded vigourously” to the recent granting of a permit to remove mangroves from the Hardys Bay foreshore.

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However, the committee said that permits should only be granted after serious consultation with all the stakeholders including the community, Fisheries, Waterways and Council and only for the purposes of ecological health and not for enhancement of views for residents. The Coastal Zone Management Plan for Brisbane Water Estuary was prepared for Gosford Council by consultants and released last year. The plan speciﬁcally recognised the importance of preserving estuarine habitats such as

mangroves, seagrasses and saltmarsh, according to the Trust’s newsletter. “These are associated with high rates of diversity and abundance of ﬁsh, birds and invertebrate fauna and identiﬁed as protected habitats by the Fisheries Management Act 1994,” stated the newsletter. “It did, however, recommend that mangrove growth should be controlled where they are affecting key drainage channels. “This should be undertaken (where permissible) under the relevant permit or licence. “For instance, it was proposed

to deepen and widen the outlets of Mudflat and RSL Creeks in Hardys Bay so that both creeks restore tidal flushing. “The efficacy of this option in improving flushing should be assessed prior to undertaking the works.” One of the key recommendations in the Plan was to rehabilitate the eroding eastern foreshores of Hardys Bay with vegetation. The eastern shore of Hardys Bay near Hardys Bay Pde is currently affected by shoreline erosion and local residents said they had observed trees falling into

the water. This action seeks to stabilise the foreshore via the establishment of vegetation. It was also recommended in the plan, among other things, that measures to address the eroding seawall located near Araluen Dr on the southern side of Hardys Bay be investigated and implemented, The Trust will discuss a possible long-term plan for the estuary at its annual meeting on Sunday, May 5. Newsletter, 24 Apr 2013 David Legge, Killcare Wagstaffe Trust

Instead, the Central Coast Tourism Opportunity Plan Iists Gosford, Terrigal, Wyong and The Entrance as its major tourism nodes. The Peninsula’s potential was identified as its aquatic centre in Woy Woy, and whale watching and photo opportunities at Ettalong and Woy Woy. A Brisbane Water Adventure Cluster has also been listed as a possible investment opportunity which would include the development of a series of water based activities such as cruise operations and jet boating activities on Brisbane Water. Five opportunities were identified as catalyst projects which are expected to have a significant impact towards supporting sustainable tourism growth in the region. These catalyst projects comprise a motorsport precinct under consideration for development in the Wyong LGA, the construction of a sporting hub at Tuggerah’s Pioneer Dairy, a tourism hub at The Entrance, a tourism precinct at Mt Penang and the waterfront development at Gosford. Central Coast Tourism chairman Mr Bob Diaz said that he was delighted to release the Plan. “This document has identified new investment and development

Staples Lookout, one of the few areas identiﬁed as having tourism potential on the Peninsula

Terrigal company to develop foreshore Redevelopment of the Ettalong Foreshore will be undertaken by Terrigal company Scape Constructions Pty Ltd, Gosford Council has decided. Redevelopment works include construction of a new beach facilities building with a kiosk and public toilets, a new sandstone seawall, a cycleway and footpath, a playground, stormwater drains, landscaping and beach

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Sensing they needed to score quickly, the Vulcans chip kicked into Roos’ territory with numbers in pursuit. Nelson retrieved an awkwardly bouncing ball and drew a penalty when the Vulcans back slammed him into the turf. Mitch Williams kicked high toward the Vulcans’ right side The ball was not taken on the full and bounced at right angles into the Vulcans’ in goal, leaving the Auckland full back stranded. Mulia Malau pounced on the unattended ball. Murray missed another conversion and the score was

Roos 28 – Vulcans 18. Auckland engineered a late try for right wing Tangi Ropati, which was again converted by Siejka. The Roos always looked capable of creating opportunities with an up tempo attacking game, but at times lacked patience when points were on offer. The Roos looked equally capable of leaking points, especially when Auckland started playing to its strengths and physically dominated the forward exchanges. Magnus Stromquist was outstanding for the Roos, chalking up multiple carries

into an aggressive and physically imposing Vulcans’ middle. Allen Mulia Malau, playing his ﬁrst game in front of his mother in two years, provided reason for an early Mothers’ Day celebration with two tries and a wholehearted effort. Murray’s general kicking was good, but his goal kicking needs work. Brad Bennett controlled his side of the park in attack, and missed little in defence. The Roos have lifted themselves from the bottom of the table with this win, and will next meet Wentworthville at home on Sunday, May 19.

Panthers and Sharks still undefeated Andrew Stark

errigal and Berkeley Vale head the standings after the opening month of Central Coast Rugby League.

While four rounds have been completed, a stop start opening to the season meant that round ﬁve was effectively round three and preceded the second coming of the washed out round one. The subsequent, and equally washed out round three, has yet to be revisited, meaning that the next grouping of scheduled games is round six, despite all teams having so far played only four games. That having been said, both the Panthers and the

Sharks remain undefeated while Kincumber and the Erina Eagles hover handily. In the most recent Mothers’ Day round, Terrigal ran in nine tries to eclipse the Premiers Kincumber 48-18. Berkeley Vale was too strong for The Entrance running out 30-12 winners in the local derby at EDSAAC. Ourimbah fell to their third straight loss, falling 46-14 to the Eagles at Erina. Wyong recorded their ﬁrst win of the season, disposing of Woy Woy 40-16 while Northern Lakes defeated Toukley 30-14 after the Hawks were forced to play much of the game a man down following an early send off.

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Four potential Matches of the Day in round seven

Avoca still unbeaten after six rounds

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he Central Coast Rugby Union competition continued with round six on Saturday, May 11.

Avoca Beach held on to record a hard fought win over Ourimbah at Heazlett Park by 16 points to eight. There was only one try apiece in a match that saw both teams having sustained periods of attack. The win by Avoca maintained their unbeaten record this season and earmarked them as one of the favourites in the race for this year’s Premiership title. Both teams scored in the first half. Avoca went to the half time break leading by 13 points to eight and both teams knew they both had real chances of gaining victory. Avoca halfback Julian Bacigalupo capped off a good match by scoring his side’s only try of the match. He was supported by fiveeight Mitch Graham, while Emile Thomas put in one of his typically strong and committed performances. Both teams handled the rainy conditions well. Ourimbah were on attack for long periods and on numerous occasions decided to run the ball rather than take shots for goal. Ourimbah were able to score their only try through loose forward Brett Marchant in the first half.

Avoca had a tight lead of 13-8 at the break and both sides knew they were in for a titanic struggle in the second stanza. However, despite all the ball movement, there was only the one penalty goal kicked in the second half. It was an even struggle throughout with nothing in the match. Warnervale continued their good form when they recorded a 37 points to 10 win over Kariong at Kariong Oval. Kariong got away to a great start with a penalty goal in the opening minute, however, that was the first and last time they were to lead in the match. Warnervale responded quickly with two tries and jumped to a 10 points to three lead early in the game. Warnervale posted a further try and penalty goal prior to halftime and went to the break leading by 18 points to three. Warnervale had several good players but none were better or stronger than number eight Afele Tongia and flanker Moana Talakai. The Warnervale pack of forwards played well in the loose and were able to control many of the breakdowns. They were supported by an enthusiastic halfback in Dylan Acreman who capped off a fine game with a try. Warnervale continued in the same vein in the second half and continued on to a

32 points to three lead well into the second half before Kariong scored their only try of the match. The try came far too late to make any impact on the result of the match. Warnervale were not finished even at that stage and crossed for their fifth try right on fulltime. Kariong never gave up and their young side gave it their all for the entire 80 minutes. Best for Kariong were flanker Blake Sylvester, centre Jason Briot and half Peter Larke. Terrigal had their second win on the trot when they defeated The Entrance by 46 points to three at Joseph Banks Oval. Terrigal were always in control and were able to cross for eight tries in the match. Best for Terrigal were locks Phil Heard and Alex Brewin, while both Ryan Metcalfe and Jono Small capped off great games with two tries apiece. The Entrance stuck to their task with very little reward. Their best players on the day were lock Nick Valentine and fullback Adam Williams. Woy Woy and Northlakes scored a win apiece in their lower grade matches at Slade Park. Northlakes won their second Third Grade match in a row while the visitors were far too strong in Second Grade.

ll four Central Coast Rugby Union First Grade matches have the qualities to be the Match of the Day in round seven of the competition which will be played out on Saturday, May 18.

Gosford and Warnervale will battle for second and third place on the ladder, Terrigal and Avoca Beach will meet while Kariong and Ourimbah will meet in a quest to get a Top Four spot and The Entrance and Woy Woy are two teams seeking their ﬁrst win of the season. Gosford are at home to Warnervale at Gosford Showground Field in what promises to be an interesting game of rugby. These two teams have taken all before this season. Gosford, although unbeaten this year, have not had a game for three weeks so go into this match slightly underdone. They were the form team before this recent break and it will be interesting to see how they have handled themselves during this enforced rest period. They are at home which is a slight advantage but they are meeting a side who have played over the past two weekends and who have recorded relatively easy wins in both of those matches. The battle between the forwards will be monumental. Both teams have excellent sets of loose forwards with Warnervale relying on Afele Tongia and Moana Talakia. Gosford have the experienced Andrew Moseley and Unuoi Vaenuku, as well as the youthful Hugo Pike to counteract them. In many ways the game

will be won and lost in this struggle. Warnervale have a youthful backline with excellent speed, however, they are up against the experienced Adam Carlisle, Tim Hill and David Von Kotze in the backs. This match will tell a lot about the prospects of both teams for the rest of the season. At this stage both teams look like certain semi-finalists but where they fit in the pattern is yet to be known. Saturday may give some indicators of that. This will be a close match and will be a battle from start to finish. The seaside derby between Terrigal and Avoca Beach at The Haven Oval is one of the real feature clashes on the Central Coast rugby calendar. These are two teams who are the keenest of rivals and both teams enjoy gaining the nod over the other. Avoca Beach are currently undefeated in the competition and are accordingly leading the ladder, while Terrigal have had two wins in a row after what was a frustrating start to their season. Terrigal need to keep that winning streak going and would dearly love to topple their arch rivals on Saturday. Terrigal are at home but Avoca Beach will probably go into this game as slight favourites because of their recent good form. Avoca Beach have good form right across the team and their forwards and backline have been combining well in recent matches. Terrigal will rely on their forward to get control and it is through the forwards they would hope to gain the

ascendancy. Like all other games this weekend, this will be a tightly and most intense game of rugby for the entire 80 minutes. Ourimbah will travel along the F3 Freeway to Kariong where they will meet the hosts at Kariong Oval. Although both teams see themselves as real chances of making the Top Four, both teams lost the previous weekend and both are keen to reverse that result this Saturday. Ourimbah lost in a close one to Avoca Beach while Kariong were never in the match against Warnervale. Ourimbah will be firm favourites to get back to the winner’s list but Kariong are at home and will be keen to give their Finals chances a real boost. Ourimbah will play it through the forwards and will run the ball all the time. Kariong are a young team and will have to be on their guard for the entire 80 minutes if they are going to keep the visitors at bay. The Entrance and Woy Woy meet each other at Woy Woy Oval in a game where both teams will be desperate to record their first win of the season. Both teams have had their periods of success this year but it is that latter period of each game where they fade and allow in too many points. Woy Woy have the home ground advantage on Saturday but that factor was not a huge benefit in their only clash there this year. Both teams will be optimistic of recording a win and there should be plenty of action on the scoreboard in this clash at Woy Woy Oval.

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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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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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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

he long commute to Sydney for many Central Coast workers could be a thing of the past, with the switch on of the National Broadband Network (NBN) in Gosford on Tuesday, April 23.

Community leaders and local teleworkers switched on the NBN at 10am at the intersection of Dane Dr and Central Coast Highway, set against the backdrop of the heavy traffic on the busy Central Coast Highway. The switch on in the Gosford CBD and East Gosford connected over 1,000 premises, with the NBN rollout progressing across Berkeley Vale, West Gosford, Springfield and radiating out from Gosford and Berkley Vale Exchanges. Regional Development Australia chairman Mr Dave Abrahams said he saw the NBN rollout as another example of how the Central Coast could benefit from the sort of teamwork that the Central Coast Mariners were famous for. “The Central Coast is rapidly developing a teamwork ethos, the switch on of the NBN will further this momentum in businesses, educational institutions and for teleworking opportunities. “The NBN is an inspired policy and we’re pleased to acknowledge the very hard work local federal MPs have made on behalf of the

community. “I’m aware that not everyone understands the benefits that the NBN will bring to their lives and organisations. “It’s now a matter of continuing the educational process for the community about embracing the NBN and using it to benefit our fabulous Central Coast region,” said Mr Abrahams. Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill said the switch on was a “very exciting day for residents and businesses around Gosford who will now be connected to the NBN and all the opportunities that it will bring”. “The NBN will revolutionise the way that locals will use the internet. “We will be able to see our doctor from home, and our kids will be able to take a specialist class at another school. “The tyranny of distance will become a thing of the past,” Ms O’Neill said. More than 2,391 residents and business owners have received a free connection to the NBN and are now able to access super-fast internet. “Locals are spoilt for choice when they switch to the NBN. “A standard NBN connection to the home or office is free and retail services are available from around $30 a month from 40 ISPs,” said Ms O’Neill. Local businesses will also benefit by being able to reach new customers around the world, including right here in the growing

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Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill with Minister for Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy Stephen Conroy and Mr David Abrahams

Asia-Paciﬁc region. “This is a great opportunity for businesses to expand their operations from right here on the Central Coast into the global marketplace or for large companies to relocate into Gosford.” Ms O’Neill said. “We have 30,000 locals who commute to Sydney for work each day - that is a lot of people who would prefer to work closer to home and the NBN creates those new opportunities. “Workers will be able to tele-commute to the ofﬁce a couple of days a week, so will spend less time on the

F3 or on a train and more time at home with their family. “The NBN will change the way we live, work, and access services and I’m delighted that here on the Coast we will be among the first in the country to benefit,” Ms O’Neill said. Regional Development Australia Central Coast (RDACC) CEO Mr Andrew Roach has also pledged his support the switch-on of the NBN. “The Region’s businesses and residents are set to benefit greatly from today’s switch-on of the NBN.

In proposing the Central Coast as one of the first locations for the NBN roll-out and following the successful bid for this project, RDACC established a specific broadband committee called Central Coast Broadband Infrastructure Group (CCBIG). Comprised of members from both Gosford and Wyong Councils, business leaders and representatives from educational institutions, the group works towards educating the different sectors of the community regarding developments and specific

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Heritage awards W benefits of the NBN. “The CCBIG members have worked tirelessly to ensure the community has the opportunity to engage with spokespeople from NBN Co and that they are well informed of specific developments of the NBN as they arise” added Mr Roach. “The Central Coast is rapidly developing a teamwork ethos; the switch-on of the National Broadband Network will increase this momentum for businesses, educational institutions and for teleworking opportunities. “It’s now a matter of continuing the educational process for the community; we will demonstrate that by embracing the NBN not only will individuals and businesses benefit but so will our fabulous Central Coast Region,” said Mr Roach. A free NBN business forum will be held on Thursday, May 9, at the Central Coast Leagues Club from 12pm to 1pm. Attendees will find out about the opportunities and potential of high speed broadband and how it can help their business. Media Release, 22 Apr 2013 Nick Creevey, n2n Communications Media Release, 19 Apr 2013 Richard Mehrtens, Office of Deborah O’Neill MP Media Release, 19 Apr 2013 Brooke Simmons, Pursuit Communications

inners of Gosford Council’s inaugural Gosford City Heritage Awards were announced at a special ceremony held in Council Chambers on Thursday, May 2.

*AIHW, 2008-2009. The Gunya building at Terrigal preserved by Mr Tony Collins Inset: Mayor Cr Mayor McKinna presenting Mr Tony Collins with his award

and genealogies of the families within the area. Gwen Dundon also received an Outstanding Achievement Award for her overall dedication to local history and heritage.

Gwen has published six books celebrating our local history, donated signiﬁcantly to the Local Studies section of the library and tirelessly supports others in their historical research and

promotion of our signiﬁcant heritage. Media Release, 3 May 2013 Gosford Council Media

Court rules on short term holiday lettings

decision was passed in the Land and Environment Court at 5pm on Thursday, May 2, prohibiting the owner of 24 Charles Kay Dr, Terrigal, from using her house for short term letting, effective in two months’ time. The decision was made by Justice Rachael Ann Pepper following complaints made by next door neighbours John and Rosemary Dobrohotoff who told the Court the house was regularly used for bucks’ parties and the like. Gosford Council interim director of environment and planning Mr Eddie Love said Council would continue to have discussions with the Department of Planning regarding state wide issues

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