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Twin towers on Henry Parry Drive

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An artistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s impression of the 12 storey building

The proposal, which would have a total area of 3,965 square metres, would see the demolition of the existing two storey flats on the site and the construction of a 12 storey building above

four levels of underground parking. The building would consist of 88 residential units comprising 11 one-bedroom units and 77 two-bedroom units, business and office

suites totalling an area of 1,467.8 square metres and car parking for 145 cars, 107 of which would be allocated to residents, 18 to visitors and 20 for commercial use. The initial application for

a residential flat building which was granted consent on May 2005, consisted of 105 residential units in eight storeys with two levels of car parking. A further application was then lodged on December 21, 2007. This was assessed against the Gosford City Centre Plan 2005, but had consideration to the provisions of Gosford

City Centre Plan 2007. On August 15, 2008, consent was granted to demolish the existing residential flat building and erect a new building that would contain a supermarket, medical centre, commercial floor space, 101 residential units and 328 car parking spaces in an 11 storey building above five levels of basement car parking.

The present proposal was brought back to Council as a S96 application with further amendments that resulted in a reduction in the extent of excavation, commercial floor space and the number of residential units and car parking spaces. Planning report S96, 21 Feb 2012 Gosford Council

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Gosford LGA emergency services directory

Ambulance, Police, Fire 000 Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Organisations Aboriginal Legal Service 8842 8000 Community Options 4351 3388 Bungree Aboriginal Association 4351 3388 Mingaletta 4342 7515 Aboriginal Home Care 4352 1153 Drug & Alcohol rehab 4388 6360 Respite Care Options 4351 3388 Eleanor Duncan Aboriginal Health 4351 1040 Darkinjung Local Land Council 4351 2930

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G-line - Gambling Helpline 1800 633 635 Credit Helpline 1800 808 488 Child Support Agency 13 12 72 Australian Injury Helpline 1800 223 363 Veteran Affairs Network 1300 551 918 Mens Domestic Violence 1800 000 599 Sexual Assault Resource 1800 199 888 Gay and Lesbian Counselling 1800 184 527 Gay and Lesbian Support 1800 249 377 Youth Sexuality Network 4320 2856 Vietnam Veterans 1800 043 503 Victims Support Services 1800 633 063 Translation and Interpreting Service 13 14 50

Dept. of Housing Gosford 4323 5211 Cassie4Youth 4322 3197 Coast Shelter 4324 7239 Pacific Link Com Housing 4324 7617 Rumbalara Youth Refuge 4325 7555 Samaritans Youth Services 4351 1922 Youth Angle • Woy Woy 4341 8830 Youth Accom Hotline 1800 424 830 Temporary Accommodation 1800 152 152

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Animal Rescue

Health Gosford Hospital 4320 2111 Cancer Hotline 131 120 Mental Health info Service 1300 794 991 Sexual Health @ Gosford Hospital 4320 2114 Beyond Blue (Depression) 1300 22 4636

Counselling Mensline - talk with a bloke 1300 789 978 Lifecare Family Services 1300 130 225 Centacare: 4324 6403 Relationship Australia: 1300 364 277 Interrelate: 1800 449 118

Problems, Habits & Addiction G-Line Telephone Counsel 1800 633 635 Gamblers Anonymous 9564 1574 Alcoholics Anonymous 4323 3890 Narcotics Anonymous 4325 0524 Quitline 131 848

Emergency Police Assistance Line 131 444 Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000 Woy Woy Police Station 4323 5599 Energy Australia 13 13 88 Gas Emergency 131 909 Gosford City Council 4325 8222 Marine Rescue - Central Coast 4325 7929 SES - Storm and Flood Emergency 132 500

Welfare Services

Crisis Services and Helplines Lifeline - 24 hr. 13 11 14 Suicide Helpline 1800 191 919 Kids Helpline 1800 551 800 Parents Helpline 13 20 55 Indigenous Call Centre 136 380 Family Relationship Advice Line 1800 050 321 Family Drug Support 1300 368 186

Donnison St. Restaurant 4325 3540 Gosford Family Support 4340 1585 Horizons Family Services 4334 3377 Meals on Wheels Gosford 4363 7111 Woy Woy 4341 6699 Department of Community Services Gosford - 4336 2400 The Salvation Army 4325 5733 Samaritans Emergency Relief 4393 2450 St Vincent De Paul Society HELPLINE 4323 6081

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Minister for Health Ms Jillian Skinner has visited Woy Woy Hospital to inspect progress on construction of its new rehabilitation ward.

The ofﬁcer, Mr David Medcalf, presented information at the Bays Community Hall in Woy Woy Bay on Wednesday, September 12, about the planned upgrades to Rawson Rd and Woy Woy Rd. Bays Community Group president Mr Bob Puffett introduced Mr Medcalf as project manager. Around 40 local residents attended the meeting. Mr Puffett welcomed Council’s support of local community input to the development. The $30 million allocation of funding to the project would allow work on a new roundabout and underpass which would link Railway St with Woy Woy Rd, as well as work on an under-road pedestrian

crossing at Rawson Rd and Railway St. However, a number of projects remain unfunded including the improvement of Bulls Hill and Woy Woy Rd, the removal of the hairpin bend at the top of Bulls Hill and the proposed on ramp at Banyo Close. Mr Medcalf said funding for these upgrades were “not likely in my lifetime”. The meeting was the ﬁrst in a series of planned updates and community input on the upgrade project by the Council. Mr Medcalf said that although initial planning included “four lanes with cycleway and footpath” and improvements to Woy Woy Rd, that the realistic scope of the project was “the roundabout, underpass and some remedial work along Rawson Rd” which would take at least a year. The meeting was told the major work phase would take at least a

year which would mean primary access to the Peninsula would be along the Broadwater during part of the work. Concerns were raised during the meeting about the concurrent upgrade to the West Gosford intersection but Mr Medcalf said this was unlikely as the intersection project was expected to begin next year while the Rawson Rd Project may not begin until much later. Mr Medcalf advised that it would take 10 years to negotiate a route through the National Park and it would be unlikely succeed. This meant plans for a road upgrade had to stay within the current road boundaries. Mr Puffett said that without lobbying local politicians the project could be overshadowed by competing Council projects. Email, 20 Sep 2012 Jeffrey Cook, Woy Woy Bay

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Ms Skinner, who was joined on her tour of the facilities by Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein, inspected the progress of the new sub-acute care and rehabilitation ward, a $14 million project that is jointly funded by the NSW and Commonwealth Governments. “It is particularly pleasing to see the progress on this new ward at Woy Woy Hospital, as it was one of this Government’s commitments to the local community to return rehabilitation services to Woy Woy,” Ms Skinner said. “It is important to recognise the crucial role that health staff and

community has played to ensure that essential frontline services are well supported and this ward will enhance services provided by Woy Woy Hospital to local residents.” Mr Holstein said the new ward would feature one and twobed inpatient rooms, a therapy courtyard, gymnasium and improvements to back-of-house services, including kitchen areas, staff facilities and extra parking. “The new sub-acute ward has been built with capacity for 30 beds to allow for expansion to meet future needs. “The new ward is expected to be open in mid-2013,” Mr Holstein said. Media Release, 25 Sep 2012 Samantha Day, Ofﬁce of Jillian Skinner MP

Bulls Hill improvements ‘not likely’ The Bays Community Group has been told by a council ofﬁcer that funding for improvements to Bulls Hill is “not likely in my lifetime”.

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Health Minister inspects rehab progress

Aurora Projects project director Mr Alan Thomas, Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein, Minister for Health Ms Jillian Sklinner and Central Coast Local Health District Board chair Mr Paul Tonkin inspecting the plans for Woy Woy Rehabilitation Unit

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Parents Helpline 132 055 Centacare Gosford 4324 6403 Gosford Family Support Service 4340 1099 Horizons (For men with children) 4333 5111 Interrelate - Family Relationships 1300 736 966 Uniting Care Burnside Gosford 1800 067 967

Wildlife Arc 4325 0666 Wires 1300 094 737

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Avoca wins First Grade Rugby Union Premiership by Larry Thomson

voca Beach won the 2012 First Grade Rugby Union Premiership when they defeated Kariong at Morry Breen Oval by 28 points to 14 on Saturday, September 22.

Avoca Beach was the better team on the day and the win saw them gain another First Grade Premiership. The first 15 minutes of the match proved a real struggle with both teams testing each other out with a series of forward exchanges but neither team was making any significant inroads. If anything, it was Kariong who dominated territory during that time. They spent a lot of time in the Avoca Beach half. This gained a result for them in the 12th minute when their prop and captain Shannon Beavan made a 20 metre run to crash over adjacent to the posts. It was the start that Kariong wanted. The try was converted and Kariong had jumped to an early 7-0 lead. Avoca Beach responded two minutes later when their winger Matt Maloney kicked a penalty goal to reduce the lead to 7-3. This remained the score for much of the remainder of the first half. Both teams had their chances and both teams had periods of attack but good defence from the opposing team saw all attacking movements come to nothing. It was certainly developing into a war of

attrition with neither team able to gain the edge. Kariong had long periods of possession and at times Avoca Beach could just not get their hands on the ball. The best players for each of the teams at this stage gave it their all. Prop Shannon Beavan was leading from the front and everywhere in attack and defence. Halfback Scott Hanley was playing well and was scheming to gain the upper hand. Avoca Beach was being led around the paddock by lock Adam Winter who was having one of his best games for the club. He made several surges in the ﬁrst half to get his team on the go forward. He was well supported by prop Luke Sheridan. The game had developed into a stalemate on the scoreboard but Avoca

Beach got closer and then moved ahead with two late penalty goals in the ﬁrst half. In the 34th minute, and then just before half time Matt Maloney kicked two penalty goals for Avoca to take the lead at the halftime break by 9-7. The second half continued in much the same vein as what was observed in the ﬁrst half. Kariong had long periods of possession but couldn’t make the break through and get across the line. Dogged defence by Avoca Beach simply shut them out. The difference in the second half however was the good performance of the Avoca Beach outside backs. Half Justin Staben and inside centre Dan Reihana were able to get the ball wide and the Avoca Beach outside backs proved dangerous every time they

touched the ball. Both wingers Tom Murphy and Matt Maloney made incisive runs, and the pace of Jacob Briggs was always on show. Firstly a turnover of possession in the 10th minute of the half saw Avoca Beach ﬁve-eight Mitch Graham go to the blind before passing to winger Matt Maloney who raced to the line for a try. This try was converted by Maloney himself and Avoca Beach had moved to a handy 16 points to 7 lead, but Kariong were not to be outdone. They quickly responded with their second try. A forward surge by Kariong saw the ball go to the blindside and with the ball in the hands of fullback Derrick Peachey, he raced 20 metres across ﬁeld to score near the posts. The conversion of this try

saw the score line at Avoca Beach 16 Kariong 14 and the match was certainly on. It was at this stage that Kariong could have taken the lead. Kariong ﬁve-eight Mitchell Clay made a break before passing to his winger with the line open but the dropped ball saw a chance go begging. From the 20th minute of this half for the next ﬁve minutes Kariong gave it their all to break through. They took a tighthead at the scrum, but several dropped balls and wrong options cost them in achieving their aim. It was the determined Avoca Beach defence that was the telling factor. Having gained a penalty close to their own line, halfback Justin Staben showed quick thinking by taking an immediate tap and racing forward.

The ball was passed to supporting fullback Jacob Briggs who showed exceptional pace and outshone the Kariong defence to race 65 metres to score near the corner. It was the turning point of the second half. Avoca Beach were now leading by 21 points to 14 in what was proving an exhilarating second half of Grand Final rugby. This try in the 28th minute of the second half placed Avoca Beach in a good position. Kariong did hit back with some good play through loose forwards Afele Tongia and Sone Taito but there was to be no result on the scoreboard. Avoca Beach also made further inroads. Winger Tom Murphy was strong and made several telling runs during this period. The Grand Final was cemented in the ﬁnal few minutes of the game when Avoca Beach prop Luke Sheridan made a big run and crashed over near the posts for the winning try. This try was converted and the ﬁnal score of Avoca Beach 28 Kariong 14 was reached. It was typical Grand Final rugby with no holds barred. Both teams gave it their all but it was Avoca Beach who were the stronger on the day. Avoca Beach had won their eighth First Grade Premiership in the last 10 years. This Grand Final was also their 11th successive First Grade Grand Final appearance.

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yong Shire Council hosted 21 delegates from the Beijing Government, China on Monday, September 17.

An artist’s impression of the 12 storey building

lanning is well underway for the commencement of major multimillion dollar residential and commercial buildings on the corner of 150 Henry Parry Dr and 7 Watt St which were approved on May 21 this year, following amendments to the proposal initially submitted in 2005. The proposal, which would have a total area of 3,965 square metres, would see the demolition of the existing two storey flats on the site and the construction of a 12 storey building above

four levels of underground parking. The building would consist of 88 residential units comprising 11 one-bedroom units and 77 two-bedroom units, business and office

suites totalling an area of 1,467.8 square metres and car parking for 145 cars, 107 of which would be allocated to residents, 18 to visitors and 20 for commercial use. The initial application for

The delegates met with council to ﬁnd out about development opportunities in the Shire, with council presenting an outline of economic opportunities in the Shire and an overview of future planning projects. Delegates were given a full overview of the Warnervale Chinese Cultural Theme Park proposal by the Australia China Foundation Association (ACFA). “Council is delighted to be one of the few select areas chosen to visit by this delegation of Chinese Government ofﬁcials,” said mayor, Cr Bob Graham. “What it shows is that we have a strong reputation when it comes to future proposals involving economic development in the Shire. “Our visitors were very keen to learn about

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enable them to go back to China and source additional funding to raise the necessary capital for the project. “We know this project already has the support of sectors of the Chinese Government which is critical for getting corporate support in China,” said Cr Graham. “This has the potential to be one of the biggest tourism developments in New South Wales in a number of years and also create more than 1,000 jobs in the local area. “The delegation was certainly very interested in being briefed on the progress of this development and they were very enthusiastic about the work Council has done to assist in getting it to this level,” said Cr Graham. Council expects to Cr Bob Graham and Cr Doug Eaton meet with representatives of the Beijing Government at Council’s Civic Centre make a further statement a lot of projects we have Cr Graham. $500 million about the proposed potential home of a the Chinese Cultural Theme currently and projects Last year, an Chinese Cultural Theme Cultural Theme Park. that are coming up agreement was signed Park. The ACFA required Park in the coming The agreement access to Council land months. and how we go about between the Australia managing these projects. China Foundation allowed the proponents in order to fully develop Media Release, 17 Sep 2012 “It is a great coup Association (ACFA) to investigate a potential a proposal that would Wyong Council Media for Council to have our and Wyong Council 15 hectare site, on have a detailed business Email, 26 Sep 2012 work recognised at an to investigate a site Council land, for the plan, ﬁnancial strategy, Cameron Bell, Wyong Shire Council International level,” said at Warnervale as the purpose of constructing beneﬁts and costs, to

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New Coast Shelter facilities open oast Shelter’s new Coast Community Centre facility in North Gosford was opened on Tuesday, October 2, after years of planning and fundraising.

“It is fantastic to see Gosford City Council, the NSW State Government and the Federal Government combining forces to support this facility which focuses on reducing the number of citizens who could fall into homelessness,” said Coast Shelter executive officer Mr Laurie Maher. The service began in 1970 and became Coast Shelter in 1992, thanks to Dorothy Poole, the first executive officer and driving force behind the establishment. The aim of the Coast Community Centre is to improve access to the range of support services which are essential to reduce disadvantage and poverty in the region. The Coast Community Centre provides a one stop shop where people facing crises can connect with the services they need. “People learn to deal successfully with adverse life situations such as loss of employment or health issues,

and become more resilient as a result,” said Mr Maher “Funded by Community Services as an Assessment and Referral Centre, the focus is on helping people before they fall into crises. “Although the services we provide are free, it is about offering a hand up not a hand out. “It is vital from every perspective that staff and volunteers focus on early intervention. “Resources spent on prevention usually have a much better outcome than resources directed on people already caught in unemployment and poverty cycles. “Although, the Coast Community Centre also assists those who have fallen through the gap by providing direct assistance or referral to other support agencies, the overriding aim of the Centre is connecting the community in a way that is positive and provides outcomes to people in need.

“The Coast Community Centre is an ideal environment where volunteers, clients and community groups can connect, build friendships and provide or obtain assistance,” said Mr Maher. Coast Shelter also commemorates 20 years of service this year. Newsletter, 5 Oct 2012 Laurie Maher, Coast Shelter

Laurie Maher with Dorothy Poole outside the new Coast Shelter building

Council to oppose all coal seam gas practices osford Council, at its first meeting of the new Council on Tuesday, October 2, resolved to oppose all current coal seam gas (CSG) exploration and mining practices anywhere in the Gosford LGA and ban all CSG extraction and exploration within all water catchment areas on the Central Coast.

The Notice of Motion was submitted by new Greens Cr Hillary Morris who said she was concerned with the “massive increase in CSG mining currently being experienced in Australia”. Crs Jeff Strickson, Bob Ward and Chris Burke were unhappy with the resolution and voted against the decision following a failed amendment that suggested a report come back to Council once the NSW Government had completed its study into the Central Coast Regional strategies relating to the CSG industry and its practices, which was expected to be undertaken over the next two years. Instead, it was resolved that Council write to the premier of NSW informing him of Council’s position and seeking a ban on CSG mining and exploration in the Central Coast region. Council will also write to local members of parliament on the Central Coast and

seek support on Council’s position as well as Minister for Resources and Energy Mr Chris Hartcher who will be urged to give Council notice if any CSG exploration license is granted or extended, or if permission is intended to be granted for exploratory drilling or drilling. Cr Morris’ motion stated that CSG mining posed unacceptable risks to water catchments, groundwater, agricultural industries, natural environment and human health and was currently being driven by a demand for the gas in China and India. Cr Vicki Scott said it was often the case that the land most valuable to farmers was often “the most fertile for CSG”. “It is really important to stand by our community; we want the community to be heard,” said Ms Scott. Gosford Council Agenda NM.17, 2 Oct 2012 Kaitlin Watts, 2 Oct 2012

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120 home ecovillage secures land at Narara arara Ecovillage Co-operative Ltd, formerly SCEV Inc Association, has been successful in securing the Gosford Horticultural Institute land at Narara.

The land has development control plan (DCP) approval for approximately 120 lots. The applicants will still need to work with Council for specific construction development application approval. Contracts were exchanged on Wednesday, September 26, with the State Property Authority after the land was put to tender in late March this year by the State Government. The Co-operative plans to develop a sustainable community ecovillage on the property in three stages with stage one, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;First 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, to be made up of single blocks for homes and duplexes. Narara Ecovillage Cooperative Ltd founder Ms

Lyndall Parris said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;We plan for this development to be leading edge in sustainable design: socially, environmentally and economicallyâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It will offer residents the chance not only to own a home in the usual way, but to share in a rich experience of community life. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We hope that the project will be a strategic resource and a working demonstration for sustainable development that will serve to help other groups wanting to take this path. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are lucky to have attracted an amazing project director in John Talbott. â&#x20AC;&#x153;John has already completed a socially and environmentally friendly

development at Findhorn, a world famous ecovillage in northern Scotland. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He is skilled, experienced and funny, a great combo. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is very much a project of the people. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have been, and continue to rely on the creativity, finances, energy and passion of individuals and families to become involved and get this ecovillage off the ground. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It will be a unique residential development and I am honoured and privileged to be part of it. â&#x20AC;&#x153;After devoting many years of my life to this project it now has a life of its own, with or without me, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going ahead. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The project currently

Narara Eco Village interested parties on the Gosford Horticultural Institute land

has over 600 newsletter subscribers and right now has 25 families-individuals signed up to buy a block in the ecovillage, representing over 50 men, women and

children, and we only just signed the contract. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is a project whose time has come,â&#x20AC;? said Ms Parris. Approximately 120 homes

will be built on the 63ha site. Media Release, 27 Sep 2012 Lyndall Parris, Narara Ecovillage Co-operative Ltd

Central Coast snubbed in infrastructure plan ederal Member for Robertson Ms Deborah Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neill has called on the Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Farrell Government to confirm what will actually be built on the Central Coast in the next 20 years after the region was snubbed by the NSW Governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s State Infrastructure Strategy.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an everywhere but the Central Coast infrastructure plan,â&#x20AC;? said Ms Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neill. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Now and over the next 20 years the Central Coast will need billions invested in state roads, health, rail and education services, yet no local projects appear in the strategy.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Central Coast Highway must be upgraded to dual carriageway, as a minimum, at a cost of hundreds of millions of dollars, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not included in the State Liberal Governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Infrastructure Strategy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People on the Central Coast have been left

wondering, what will actually be built here? â&#x20AC;&#x153;The F3-M2 link isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t in our region, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the only project related to the Central Coast that might start within the next five years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;However, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to recognise the State Liberal Government will only support the project

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am vindicatedâ&#x20AC;? said Craig Thomson

investigation standards and procedures, document and case management protocols and insufďŹ cient appropriately qualiďŹ ed and experienced personnel. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When you consider that the investigator based his conclusions on blatant assertions, this review by KPMG makes a complete mockery of the so called investigation by FWA. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Right from the outset, I have said that the investigation by Fair Work Australia was ďŹ&#x201A;awed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This review conďŹ rms my concerns. â&#x20AC;&#x153;One of the many ďŹ ndings dealing with deďŹ ciencies in the conduct of the FWA

investigations says the security arrangements over documents were inadequate. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In my response to FWA, I indicated that documents that existed that would clear me had gone missing or were destroyed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;KPMGâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s review conďŹ rms this. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have said on many occasions that FWA did not consider all relevant documents and evidence. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This position is also vindicated in other ďŹ ndings, that: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;FWA did not consider all potential sources of informationâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, and that â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;FWA did not have protocols in place for the collection and retention

Union personnel, including media reports regarding the police investigation into Kathy Jackson, further vindicate my position that the FWA investigation and report were grossly deďŹ cient and inaccurate. â&#x20AC;&#x153;While KPMG says it could not â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;identify any indications of potential interference in the HSU investigationsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, KPMG also says FWA VicePresident Lawlerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s records were not made available. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This ďŹ nding by KPMG therefore, must be left open, given the investigation by Victorian Police into this matter,â&#x20AC;? said Mr Thomson.

A Wardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ALP, headed by Cr Doug Vincent, received 30.10 per cent of the formal vote with a quota of 1.81 giving the group a possibility of two councillors being elected. This would see the ALPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s number two candidate, Mr Ken Greenwald join Cr Vincent on Council for the first time. The A Ward Liberal party candidates trailed closely behind with 28.56 per cent of the formal vote and a quota of 1.71. The A Ward Liberal

Email, 31 Aug 2012 David Gardiner, Office of Craig Thomson, MP

yong Council has released a reminder to residents that not the public a chance to the mayor) to enable increase from 10 to 11. If the vote to the only will they have the chance to vote for councillors on change this process if they the election of ďŹ ve Saturday, September 8, but they can also vote on the way a wish,â&#x20AC;? Mr Whittaker said. Councillors from the two referendum question is On election day, the wards?â&#x20AC;? no, the elected council mayor is elected in the future. fellow councillors. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Currently, the mayor of Wyong Shire is decided on a yearly basis by a vote from Councillors,â&#x20AC;? general manager Mr Michael Whittaker said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Local

Government Act dictates mayors elected by Councillors can only serve a 12 month term and they must renominate should they wish to be considered for another year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This referendum gives

public will be asked to answer either yes or no to the following question; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Do you favour the election of the Mayor by electors for a four year term and an increase of the number of Councillors from 10 to 11 (including

If the majority vote to the referendum question is yes, the mayor would be elected by the public for a four-year term starting from the 2016 Local Government elections, and the number of councillors would

will continue to determine the mayor on a yearly basis and the number of Councillors will remain at 10. Media release, 27 Aug 2012 Wyong Council Media

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ticket is headed by Mr Luke Nayna, who at 24, is set to be Wyong Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s youngest ever councillor. Current A Ward Independent Cr Greg Best is certain to serve another term, with 19.11 per cent of the formal vote and a quota of 1.15. A Ward Save Tuggerah Lakesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; candidate, Mr Adam Troy, is also expected to gain a seat, with 12.75 per cent of the formal vote and a quota of 0.80. Current Central Coast Greens Cr Sue

Wynn polled the lowest in A Ward at the time the Chronicle went to press, at just 8.9 per cent, and it is unlikely she will serve another term with a quota of only 0.53. A final declaration of the poll was planned for Friday, September 14, but counting was still taking place and the declaration was postponed until the following week. Council meetings are not able to resume until the poll is declared. Website, 14 Sep 2012 Electoral Commission NSW

and most recent mayor Cr Bob Graham is certain to serve another term with 20.98 per cent of the formal vote and a quota of 1.26. B Ward ALP head of

ticket Cr Lisa Matthews is certain to serve another term, with 20.48 per cent of the formal votes and a quota of 1.23. Save Tuggerah Lakeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s B Ward party, led by Mr

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vote and a quota of 0.87. Current B Ward Independent Cr Doug Eaton, Wyong Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s longest serving councillor, has just 9.67 per cent of the formal vote and could

call and that ďŹ fth seat could go to Tyson May, the number two person on the Liberal Party ticket. The B Ward Central Coast Greens have missed out on a seat,

The results are subject to change, as ofďŹ cial results were scheduled to be ďŹ nalised on Saturday, September 15. Website, 14 Sep 2012 Electoral Commission NSW

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Chinese delegates briefed on Cultural Theme Park yong Shire Council hosted 21 delegates from the Beijing Government, China on Monday, September 17.

he Liberal Party were in front for B Ward with 9,788 votes in Lloyd Taylor, is likely to potentially miss out on a polling just 7.75 per cent the Wyong Council election at the time the Wyong Regional gain a seat, with 14.53 seat with a quota of 0.58. of the formal votes and a per cent of the formal Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s still too close to quota of only 0.46. Chronicle went to press.

The B Ward Liberal Party led by Cr Lynne Webster, was in front with 26.60 per cent of the formal vote and a quota of 1.60. B Ward Independent

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Labor Party wins A Ward â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Greens miss out

t the time the Wyong Regional Chronicle went to press, Australian Labor Party (ALP) candidates for election to Wyong Council had received the highest number of first preference votes in A Ward with a total of 12,087 votes.

ember for Dobell Mr Craig Thomson has said the allegations of documentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. â&#x20AC;&#x153;New matters and claims against him in the findings of the Fair Work Australia (FWA) report have been completely discredited by concerning investigations into key Health Services the KPMG advisory group review.

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The delegates met with council to ďŹ nd out about development opportunities in the Shire, with council presenting an outline of economic opportunities in the Shire and an overview of future planning projects. Delegates were given a full overview of the Warnervale Chinese Cultural Theme Park proposal by the Australia China Foundation Association (ACFA). â&#x20AC;&#x153;Council is delighted to be one of the few select areas chosen to visit by this delegation of Chinese Government ofďŹ cials,â&#x20AC;? said mayor, Cr Bob Graham. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What it shows is that we have a strong reputation when it comes to future proposals involving economic development in the Shire. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our visitors were very keen to learn about

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a lot of projects we have currently and projects that are coming up and how we go about managing these projects. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is a great coup for Council to have our work recognised at an International level,â&#x20AC;? said

Cr Graham. Last year, an agreement was signed between the Australia China Foundation Association (ACFA) and Wyong Council to investigate a site at Warnervale as the

potential home of a Chinese Cultural Theme Park. The agreement allowed the proponents to investigate a potential 15 hectare site, on Council land, for the purpose of constructing

the $500 million Cultural Theme Park. The ACFA required access to Council land in order to fully develop a proposal that would have a detailed business plan, ďŹ nancial strategy, beneďŹ ts and costs, to

enable them to go back to China and source additional funding to raise the necessary capital for the project. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We know this project already has the support of sectors of the Chinese Government which is critical for getting corporate support in China,â&#x20AC;? said Cr Graham. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This has the potential to be one of the biggest tourism developments in New South Wales in a number of years and also create more than 1,000 jobs in the local area. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The delegation was certainly very interested in being briefed on the progress of this development and they were very enthusiastic about the work Council has done to assist in getting it to this level,â&#x20AC;? said Cr Graham. Council expects to make a further statement about the proposed Chinese Cultural Theme Park in the coming months. Media Release, 17 Sep 2012 Wyong Council Media Email, 26 Sep 2012 Cameron Bell, Wyong Shire Council

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if itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s built by the private sector and doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t cost the Government a cent, guaranteeing motorists will be tolled. â&#x20AC;&#x153;One of the only mentions of the Central Coast in the whole report is a suggestion for us to be sharing our water with the Hunter because they wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have enough.â&#x20AC;? Ms Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neill said it was unacceptable that a region the size of the Central Coast is ignored by such an important planning document.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;It really proves the Central Coast is low priority for the State Liberal Government,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;To have a twenty-year, $30 billion strategy without one local infrastructure project on the Central Coast is appalling. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an insult that the Central Coast isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t recognised as a stand-alone region and has been lumped into the strategy under the title Greater Sydney.â&#x20AC;? Ms Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neill said she would continue to advocate to the Federal Government

for investment in Central Coast infrastructure. â&#x20AC;&#x153;During this term, the Gillard Labor Government is pumping more than $57 million into local health infrastructure alone through the Gosford regional cancer centre, Woy Woy rehab unit and West Gosford GP Clinic,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is up to every State Liberal MP on the Coast to tell Barry Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Farrell this plan isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t good enough.â&#x20AC;? Media Release, 4 Oct 2012 Peter McCabe, Office of Deborah Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neill MP

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Public meeting votes against Avoca cinema expansion public meeting at Avoca Beach Surf Lifesaving Club on Monday, September 26, saw more than 230 people vote to scale down plans for a large five-screen cinema, unit and cafe complex.

Fifteen people voted against the motion that will be put to Gosford Council, including the developers, Norman and Beth Hunter, who were at the meeting. The motion read in part: “We would like a compromise and urge the developers Norman and Beth Hunter to consider a low key alternative more suitable to our fragile beachfront area.” The plans include four extra cinema screens which increase seating from 280 to 615 as well as a function room, cafe and five threebedroom units. A representative of the National Trust voiced objections to the new cinema plans in a film shown at the start of the meeting. The three main objections of the development discussed at the meeting were the scale of the development, a lack of parking and a loss of all heritage value. “There is one road in and one road out of Avoca,” said Resident Action Group president Mr Steve Fortey. “We are at capacity already. “We have managed

to keep the high rises at bay so far,” he said of the development, which exceeds normal height and floor-space ratios. Objectors voiced their concerns about a number of issues, including the height of the development, which has four levels on the beach-facing side which they were worried could set a precedent in the area, also that there were no plans for the $300,000 the Hunter family were donating to Council to “beautify” adjacent Hunter Park and that there would be no extra parking provided (except for the five units’ 10 car spaces) for people attending functions, the cafe or cinemas which would have an extra 335 seats. Mr Fortey said the proposal’s study was insufficient. “Most of the parking was based on a 2003 study, however, the traffic has increased substantially since then (Avoca Beach Primary School has increased its pupils to 503, an extra 100 pupils in three years). “The additional parking study was undertaken from

An artist’s impression of the cinema’s expansion

5:15pm on a Saturday in April which is a quiet time in the area. “It was noted the developers were proposing to donate $200,000 to the Council to pave an adjacent car park, but it would not create more parking. “There is also a section in the DA which suggests church services could be held at the complex by Coast Life church at Erina. “Concern was expressed at the inadequacy of parking to hold these extra crowds if they came to the area. “LEP 456 was drafted in 2007 when the zoning of the block was changed to allow the land to be developed for a commercial and residential mix. “The maximum height allowed is 10 metres, but the building exceeds this height in two places: the cinema roof by 2.5 metres

and the residential roof by 1.4 metres. “Additionally, the plans exceed the floor space ratio of 1:1. “It has an extra 254 square metres, or is 14% over the ratio. “Council’s character statement (DCP 159) for Avoca states a development should be that of a ‘modestly scaled seaside theme’,” he said. Mr Fortey questioned the developers claim that they needed five screens for the cinema, a cafe, a function

room and five units and nothing less. “We are not against reasonable development of the area,” he said. “They are holding the community to ransom.” Norman Hunter spoke for five minutes about the development. “He did not address the three big community concerns, which are the development is outside the current guidelines and could set dangerous precedents; there is already a parking issue here and

the development does not provide any; and that the building’s heritage value would be lost,” said Mr Fortey. Mr Fortey said he would also like to make a correction and an apology to Garth Hunter. In a case of mistaken identity, Mr Fortey referred to Garth Hunter at one stage during the meeting, but it should have been his brother. Media Release, 25 Sep 2012 Steve Fortey, Avoca

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ohn Morley Phillips OAM, ED, RFD, MPS, PhC, JP of Gosford will be farewelled at Erina’s Evangelical Church on Thursday, October 11, at 2:30pm, after he passed away on Thursday, October 4, aged 80 years, following a lengthy battle with his health.

Mr Phillips was the owner of Phillips Amcal Pharmacy in the Imperial Centre, Gosford, and a much loved admired husband of Allison and father/father-in-law to David and Vicki, Debbie and Darryl, Suzette and Andrew and Anne and Paul. He was also a grandfather to Tanya, Simon, Daniel, Vanessa, Alexander, Peter,

Miriam, Rebecca, Luke, Kate, Chris, Stephen, Jenny, Justin, Teneille, Ryan, Tianna, Mitchell, Ellyn, Sophia, Julia, Kirsty and Tiffany and a great grandfather to Colbie and Tyler. “After fighting the good fight, he has finished the race having kept the faith,” said Mr Phillips’ son David.

“He is now with his Lord and Saviour inspecting the honour guard of angels. “Earth was not his home, he was just passing through,” he said. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the Gosford Rotary Club’s Kokoda Memorial Project. Email, 8 Oct 2012 David Phillips

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Fight for school is nothing but “smoke and mirrors”

No Heritage Impact Statement lare O’Connor’s statement (Coast Community News, August 13) in relation to the heritage significance of South Mann St are totally misleading, as are those of JBA Consulting which advised The Landing project on the heritage issues involved.

There has never been a Heritage Impact Statement on the area, which Gosford Council officers in their response to the development advised should be completed (along with a Social Impact and Environmental Impact Statement). These should have been completed as a starting point for the Concept Plan not after the event. Clare sets out to correct “erroneous information” then goes on to perpetrate it. I wonder how many others are similarly unaware of the damage proposed to be done to our War Memorial and our heritage. The JBA Consulting study prepared for State Government, and on which she may be relying, identifies only two heritage areas as

impacted by Stage 1 of the development: the School of Arts and the Memorial Park. This is wrong. Further, it fails to understand that the entire Memorial Park, its curtilage and outlook are protected, by its Heritage Statement, not just the Boer War and Cenotaph buildings. Stage 1 proposes to cut the Memorial Park in half, and lower the southern half to the level of the Rotary Park below, in order to construct the Performing Arts Centre. Taken on its own, this proposal is totally unacceptable for many reasons.

It proposes to eliminate the western boundary of the Park, digging half of it out to reduce it to the ground level of Dane Dr, an area within potential sea level rise risks. This excavation would eliminate the very significant original foreshore line on the SW boundaries of the park which is significant as only remaining limit of land before the bay was filled in. When the Town of Gosford was first surveyed in 1881, the boundaries of the Park were established and became the responsibility of the newly created Erina Shire Council in 1887. Gosford Council, not the RSL, is now responsible. The SW and NW boundaries are the original escarpment of the waterfront and mark the only existing natural element of the original foreshore.

As such they are of environmental as well as historical significance. Apart from the absurdity of reducing any high land to levels subject to the (as yet unstudied) impact of sea level rises, the SW and NW boundaries of the Park identify the reclamation of the mud flats in the Broadwater, reclaimed from 1880s onwards. They are the only landform which allows one to read the original site, and location of settlement, and it is proposed in this scheme to be undercut and excavated to house the Performing Arts Centre. Moreover, the War Memorial Park contains not just two but 12 protected memorials It should be noted that the proposal is silent on what it intends to do with all but two of these Memorials affected by the proposal. Email, 27 Aug 2012 Kay Williams, Pearl Beach

Mount Elliot - Where are you? ill the real Mount Elliot, about nine kms east of Gosford please raise your hand?

In the 1950s and 60s, when staying at Quin’s farm at the end of Springfield, I remember it as the highest peak above them. This would now be up and beyond the present Marana Rd. However, current maps call this Erina Trig Station. In my era, it was a remote area with just a track across to the Ridgeway and we were surprised to find sea shells up there. In later years, when I saw

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the Aboriginal people in times past from the coast to cook and feed on inland peaks. I would also like to suggest where the name Elliot possibly comes from. We were told that, in the 1940s and earlier, a recluse lived below the peak in thick vegetation with a well-built timber home with a sandstone fireplace and chimney. He occasionally visited the farms below and claimed

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“someone was poisoning his water”. We were shown the then abandoned home twice, along a rough timber cutters trail, and its remains would still be there, but overgrown. Was he in fact Elliot, possibly a WWI veteran? We are pleased to show any sincere historical group where that recluse’s home was. Our contact email is mars55@tpg.com.au. Email, 13 Aug 2012 Bob Piper, Canberra

reens politician Kate da Costa should realise she speaks for a vocal but very limited sector of the Central Coast community.

She tries to mislead the rest of us by alleging a “refusal” by recent State Governments to consider alternative sites for Gosford Primary. No more suitable site was found and she wisely avoids naming any “better” sites her group has suggested. Of course, “many people worked tirelessly” on her smoke and mirrors campaign and many were used by clever operators to raise emotive issues. False “data” was presented about bushfires, special students, school

sizes and anything else to confuse the aims of those arranging the campaign. Not that we can blame Kate da Costa, et al. When they had no educationally sound case, it was wise of them to concentrate on smoke and mirrors. Email, 27 Sep 2012 Norman Hanscombe, Ourimbah

Council hasn’t published contact info t’s been weeks after the election and we still don’t have any contact information for our new councillors published on the Gosford City Council website.

How can the community contact our new councillors? Email, 3 Oct 2012 Rendall Wagner, West Gosford

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Living Wills Head injury to Kulnura child are legally binding

he Central Coast branch of Dying with Dignity (DWD) held its most recent meeting last month in Erina fair library which saw over 50 people attend.

One of the points made by Dying with Dignity NSW president Mr Richard Mills was that living wills that are correctly prepared, are legally binding in NSW. Following the showing of In the End, a film that emphasised how essential it is to discuss death beforehand with one’s family, Mr Mills described how, legally and without any change in the present law, each of us can ensure that our wishes are followed. “Preparing two documents can do this,” said Mr Mills. “An Advance Care Directive (Living Will) details our wishes at the end, even if we are by then physically

unable to communicate those wishes, while the appointment of an Enduring Guardian ensures that there is a trusted person to oversee the fulfilment of those wishes. “There is no legislation in NSW specifying the wording of Advance Care Directives. “These can, therefore, be as simple or as detailed as wished,” said Mr Mills. New members of DWD receive copies of two different Advance Care Directives and an Enduring Guardian form. Media Release, 30 Sep 2012 Joy Shannon, DWD

The injured boy carried to CareFlight at Kariong for the flight to hospital in Sydney.

fall from a small dirt bike left a young boy with a serious head injury in Kulnura on Monday, October 1.

The CareFlight doctor said the seven year old boy had an unwitnessed fall from his small bike. He became drowsy and unwell after making his way home and his parents called ambulance paramedics to meet them as they drove their son towards the

nearest hospital. His parents told the CareFlight doctor their son was wearing a riding helmet. Ambulance paramedics called the CareFlight trauma team to meet them at an oval at Kariong as the boy’s condition deteriorated

further. Because of the boy’s symptoms of serious head injury, the CareFlight specialist trauma doctor placed him in an induced coma on a ventilator to control his breathing as a pre-hospital start to intensive care management.

CareFlight flew the boy to the Children’s Hospital at Westmead to undergo full neurological assessment, with the boy’s condition listed as serious on arrival. Media Release, 1 Oct 2012 Ian Badham, Careflight

Mental illness gives creative spark n exhibition of artworks created by people whose lives have been affected by mental illness was officially opened on Monday, October 8, at the Gosford Regional Gallery and Arts Centre.

The Mental Health – Art Works! Exhibition is hosted by the Central Coast Mental Health Service each year in October as part of Mental Health Month. Member for Wyong Mr Darren Webber said the exhibition featured the works of people with

a mental illness, as well as their carers and family members. “It was an honour to be asked to jointly open this important exhibition [with Member for Gosford Chris Holstein] which offers the artists the opportunity to tell their story and express

themselves through their artwork,” Mr Webber said. Mr Holstein said this could be a positive and healing experience for people affected by mental illness. “The exhibition also helps raise awareness in the community about the

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impact a mental illness can have on someone’s life,” he said. “I would like to thank the artists for sharing their personal experience of mental illness with us through their art. “In previous years, hundreds of people have viewed the exhibition and I hope people are just as supportive this year,” Mr Holstein said. “I’d encourage everyone to come along and view this wonderful exhibition. “They will see some inspiring artworks and at the same time may gain a better understanding of mental illness and the impact it can have on the lives of people who experience mental illness,” said Mr Holstein. Media Release, 5 Oct 2012 Darren Webber, Member for Wyong

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Minister visits Cancer Centre

hree free stress and anxiety sessions have been scheduled throughout October at Evolve Life Education and Wellness in East Gosford.

The first will be held on Wednesday, October 10, from 7:30pm to 8:30pm, followed by a session on Thursday, October 11, from 12pm to 1pm and a final session on Thursday, October 18, from 12pm to 1pm. The sessions will be run by Julie Mac, a qualified and experienced therapist who will deliver practical and

inister for Health Ms Jillian Skinner visited the Central Coast on Tuesday, September 25, to view progress on the construction of the new Central Coast Cancer Centre at Gosford Hospital and the Rehabilitation Ward at Woy Woy Hospital.

Ms Skinner toured the facilities with Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein and Member for Wyong Mr Darren Webber. The $38.6 million Cancer Centre project is jointly funded by the NSW and Commonwealth Governments, with $28.6 million provided by the Health and Hospital Fund Program and the NSW Government providing $10 million. Ms Skinner said it was pleasing to see progress on the new Cancer Centre, which will provide public radiotherapy services for the people of the Central Coast for the first time. “This Cancer Centre will provide a much needed service to the community, allowing cancer patients who require radiation therapy to be treated in a modern public hospital facility,” she said. “It will provide a multidisciplinary range of cancer services, such as access to allied health and other support services in the one location.” Mr Webber said that the Cancer Centre would also have a CT scanner that would be used for pin-point accuracy of radiation treatment.

“The internal fit-out and testing of various services, including the linear accelerators, will be completed in the next few months,” he said. As part of the visit to the Central Coast, Ms Skinner and Mr Holstein also joined Woy Woy Hospital staff to inspect the progress of the new sub-acute care and rehabilitation ward, a $14 million project that is also jointly funded by the NSW and Commonwealth Governments. “It is particularly pleasing to see the progress on this new ward at Woy Woy Hospital, as it was one of this government’s commitments to the local community to return rehabilitation services to Woy Woy,” Ms Skinner said. “It is important to recognise the crucial role that health staff and community has played to ensure that essential frontline services are well supported and this ward will enhance services provided by Woy Woy Hospital to local residents. Mr Holstein said the new ward would

feature one and two-bed inpatient rooms, a therapy courtyard, gymnasium and improvements to back-of-house services, including kitchen areas, staff facilities and extra parking. “The new sub-acute ward has been built with capacity for 30 beds to allow for expansion to meet future needs. “The new ward is expected to be open in in mid-2013,” Mr Holstein said. Media Release, 25 Sep 2012 John McCormack, office

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Freemasons raise money for Gosford Hospital

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Brook visits Gosford in SANE Australia charity ride amuel Brook, a 30 year old Victorian, stopped in at Gosford on Tuesday, October 2, as part of his 5000km cycling trip around Australia.

Masonicare Representative John Moore, Deputy Grand Master Robert Peattie and Gosford Royal Arch Rep David B Walker

osford Royal Arch Chapter 173 held this year’s Gosford Royal Arch Installation meeting on Friday, September 28, at the Gosford Masonic Centre in Gosford.

Royal Arch Freemasons deputy grand master Mr Robert Peattie visited the Central Coast for the meeting which saw $3200 raised toward the purchase of a Broselow Flying Carpet for Gosford Hospital. A Broselow Flying Carpet is a colour coded mat having various compartments which contains a multitude of specialised instruments of size and design relating to the age of each child aiding

doctors and nursing staff to administer emergency treatments. The funds were raised with the assistance of Masonic charity organisation, Masonicare, donations by Freemasons from Sydney to Newcastle and a raffle. Mr Peattie and Masonicare representative Mr John Moore thanked the many Freemasons who supported the

project throughout the Central Coast, Sydney and Newcastle areas and encouraged the fraternity to continue with community projects such as these. Media Release, 3 Oct 2012 Richard Black, Umina

Samuel’s cycling journey began at Australia’s most northern point, Cape York, and has taken him to the most eastern, near Byron Bay, to the highest, up Mount Kosciusko. Averaging 100 km a day, he’s planning to finish his journey at the most southerly point of mainland Australia, Wilsons Promontory, this month. “I’m MC at a wedding in Melbourne on October 20 so I’ve got a lot of incentive to finish soon,” he said when he was stopped at Gosford. Samuel said his decision to attempt this gruelling journey was to “make a small yet positive difference to the world of mental health and one large life changing alteration to my own happiness”. “My message is simple, look after your mental health and don’t be afraid

to ask for help if you think you need it,” said Sam. “I’m also keen to raise awareness and funds for SANE Australia, a national charity working for a better life for people affected by mental illness,” he said. SANE Australia CEO Mr Jack Heath said, “I’m sure Samuel’s courageous journey will inspire many, and the conversations he has along the way will hopefully encourage people to open up and talk about their mental health”. Despite numerous challenges including the physical exhaustion and mental roller coaster, dealing with huge semitrailers just millimetres from his wheel, and the endless hours of staring at a white line; Samuel said he’s been overwhelmed by the warmth and

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he Small Business Networking Group (SBNG) held its annual meeting on Friday, September 28, at Erina which saw the election of the 2012-13 committee.

VideoSpark owner and founder Mr Bob Fitzgerald, who is also cofounder of Business Insider and vice president of the Ettalong Beach Business Group , was elected as chairperson while founder and owner of Webstuff.biz Ms Michelle Allen was elected vice chairperson. At the meeting, Mr Fitzgerald said SBNG members were a special group of business people. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are 10,000 active businesses on the Coast, but less than 1% of business owners and managers are members of a business group like SBNG or a business chamber,â&#x20AC;? said Mr Fitzgerald. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Surprisingly, most

Central Coast business people donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t network with other business people to get the benefits of collaboration. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The beauty of SBNG is that we are completely apolitical, we cover the whole of the Coast and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just $75 per year to be a member of SBNG, which meets 42 times a year,â&#x20AC;? he said. Each breakfast meeting usually consists of a guest speaker who would provide members with business information. Networking time is also available at the meetings to discuss whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s happening in the marketplace. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Unlike business referral groups, the focus of SBNG is about establishing and

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New president for Gosford Chamber of Commerce

s Ali Vidler has been elected as Gosford City Chamber of Commerce’s new president for the next 12 months.

Ms Vidler said it is an exciting time in Gosford with a new Council, mayor and new opportunities that the chamber and the business community can participate in in order to encourage the development of Gosford’s waterfront. “The new Chamber board will liaise with the new mayor and the Council to ramp up efforts to make Gosford the regional capital of the Central Coast,” said Ms Vidler. “We will follow up all opportunities to make Gosford special. “The Gosford Challenge will help revitalise the CBD which will ultimately attract new investment. “The Chamber supports the growth and development of the CBD as part of the bigger picture to capitalise on Gosford being the

headquarters of the Central Coast. “We need to grow and link the CBD to the waterfront; we need a fully integrated and connected city and we need to improve city services. “Other opportunities are the coming National Broadband Network which will attract a variety of new businesses to Gosford CBD and being a Chamber of Commerce we will help guide them in whatever needs they may have,” said Ms Vidler. Ms Vidler grew up and went to school on the Central Coast in the 1990s and graduated from St Joseph’s High School. She was elected to the Chamber Board over eight years ago and has worked tirelessly to improve conditions in the City.

Ms Vidler is also a member of the Gosford Promotions Committee, the Gosford City Markets Committee, GBID Committee and is chair of the Create Innovate Gosford City committee. “I hope to continue my contribution to Gosford and the Chamber for many years to come. “I love my city, and those that know me know I am very passionate about Gosford City. “I look forward to working with the new Chamber board and I see the encounters of the next 12 months as vital for the prosperity of Gosford and welcome the challenge,” said Ms Vidler. Media Release, 3 Oct 2012 Ali Vidler, Gosford Chamber of Commerce

Bernice retires after 32 years ernice O’Donahue ended her professional career on Friday, September 28, after 32 continuous years of employment as a legal secretary with Taperell Rutledge Lawyers of Gosford.

Taperell Rutledge partner Jim Maitland said that Mrs O’Donahue had shown an inspirational work ethic during her time with the firm. “Bernice has arrived at work every day for the past 32 years and showed total commitment to completing her work in a professional manner, concerned for the welfare of her colleagues and our clients,” said Mr Maitland. Ms O’Donahue also finds time outside work to participate in other community organisations. For the past 35 years, she has been involved in the Surf Life Saving Association. She has served as an official at NSW State and Australian Surf Titles and represented the Shelly Beach Club in surfboat rowing and the March Past Team.

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Ms O’Donahue’s service as the assistant secretary of the Shelly Beach Club for more than 25 years was honoured in 1995 when she was appointed as a life member of the Club. In 1983, she joined the Central Coast Hash House Harriers and has served on its committee. Ms O’Donahue was the first female runner to complete 1000 runs for the Harriers and has completed runs in all states of Australia as well as Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, India and the UK. “We have never understood how Bernice fits so much into her life,” Mr Maitland said “With all of her work and activities she still finds time to support her family and friends in times of need.

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Indian Fashion comes to Gosford

n Indian importer of women’s fashion, accessories, and home wares has arrived in the city of Gosford and is located within the Carbow Arcade.

Husband and wife team Geena and Tej Chawla recently opened the shop in Gosford and travel daily from Hornsby. Since their opening a few weeks ago, the shop has now expanded, doubling in size, and stocks fashion items made by craftspeople from the sub-continent of India. Of her fashion importing, Geena said “We specialise in Indian ethnic handicrafts, cotton, chiffon and tie and dye clothes, jewellery, handmade bags, hand embroidered cushion covers, hand painted-block printed-patchwork quilts, mirror work bed spreads, wall hangings, table runners and other exquisite products created by craftspeople excelling in their craft”. “We, at The Handicraft,

believe in working closely with the craftspeople specialising in the age old tradition of intricate hand embroidery requiring highly skilled labour. “Few craftspeople who understand the stitches and their use on three dimensional surfaces work over a period of time to create exquisite pieces of art complete with rich fabrics and an underlying generosity of spirit. “The subtle contrasts lend splendour to the fabrics and the end result is inspirational in its non-bling avatar which looks rich, coupled with inheritance, antique value and a contemporary feel. “The detailing in each product seems to relate a story,” she said. Val Bridge, 5 Oct 2012

n Effective Tender Writing seminar will be held on Monday, October 22, at the Gosford Golf and Function Centre from 10am to 11:30am.

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The event will take participants through the process of preparing a response to a tender from beginning to end. Participants will learn how to improve their next tender writing response and reduce the frustration of tendering. As a result of the seminar, participants will understand the importance of planning and project managing the development of their tender response, using appropriate language and terminology, demonstrating their experience effectively and document layout and design. The seminar will be

conducted by TenderOne owner Ms Suzie Wood. Over the past 12 years, Ms Wood has written and project managed more than 20 bids for large and small businesses across Australia in a wide range of sectors. She is an expert in the preparation of government tenders at the local State, and Commonwealth levels. Prior to establishing TenderOne last year, Ms Wood worked in professional services firms providing bid writing services and business development advice. Media Release, 28 Sep 2012 NSW Business Chamber

Millinery store opens new millinery store selling hats, fascinators and flowers has opened in the Waterfall Arcade in Gosford.

Jean Marie Visser, of Jean Marie Millinery, has almost 20 years of experience in her own business making hats and worked from her home in Ettalong for many years before setting up shop in Gosford. The shop is part of Create Innovate Gosford City, an initiative aimed at bringing life into Gosford with creative businesses. Jean Marie Millinery offers hat making services

for races, weddings and special occasions. Ms Visser also specialises in pure silk flowers for brides, bridesmaids and mothers of the bride. Hours of business are 11am until 4pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday or by appointment. Email, 3 Oct 2012 Jean Marie Visser, Gosford

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Education

Erina children Students start career in Aeroskills participate in Take 3 T welve students from Wyong, Lisarow and Kincumber High Schools launched their career in aeroskills this year, thanks to a new program.

The program is the brainchild of aeronautical engineer and pilot Stan Webber, who ran the Certificate II Aeroskills training course at Warnervale airport. According to Mr Webber, who worked on the program for two to three years, the aviation industry is in desperate need of new pilots and technicians. “By 2030, the industry will need more than 185,600 new pilots and 243,500 technicians in the Asia Pacific region alone,” said Mr Webber. “The average age of technicians in Australia is 57, we need more young people in this industry.” Mr Webber said a

career in aviation could take you anywhere in the world. “There is unlimited potential in the industry. “A career in aeroskills could lead to work in Australia or overseas. “Living and working overseas is a brilliant experience,” he said. Cody Eder is the first student from the program to secure a full time apprenticeship in aeroskills. By participating in the program, Eder gained a certificate II in aeroskills, shaving one year off his apprenticeship. “The course is an advantage for anyone interested in aeroskills. “Not everybody gets

the opportunity to build an airplane,” he said. Mr Webber said he was pleased with the program, which maintained a 90 per cent retention rate throughout the year. “The program went really well and the results were staggering,” he said. This is the first time the program has been offered to year 11 and 12 students on the Central Coast and contributes four credit points to the students’ preliminary or HSC year. Media Release, 3 Oct 2012 Charlotte Dickie, Youth Connections

Spelling Bee State Final our Central Coast students, two of whom are from the Gosford LGA, will compete in the Spelling Bee State Final in Sydney on Wednesday, November 7.

Juniors Emily Setka of Budgewoi Public School and Bailey Grevett of Kariong Public School and seniors Jackson Dainer of Wyong Public School and Meagan Lachlan of Valley View Public School will battle it out against the winners of the 42 regional finals held across NSW. A record 123,306

students from across NSW participated in this year’s competition, with 3,241 making it through to regional finals. The junior state finalists survived the challenge of spelling tricky words such as steppe, liniment, neuralgia and quokka, while their senior counterparts were faced

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They then brought the items to preschool and used them in the creation of art and craft. Erina Baptist Preschool director Ms Toni Hutchinson said the children learnt a lot from the activity which sparked many questions about caring for the natural environment. “The Take 3 Challenge combined with the art and craft has really captured their imaginations and the children are very excited about the exhibition,” said Ms Hutchinson. The works of art and craft created from the rubbish was displayed along with other pieces at Erina Fair from October 1 to 8. “The exhibition was on display outside Cotton on Kids. “To add to the experience for the children we caught

the bus to see the exhibition and also to hear a special Take 3 story which was told by a professional storyteller,” said Ms Hutchinson. Take 3 is supported by Taronga Conservation Society Australia and encourages people to

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Halloween in Gosford City

Beaches assessed for Keep Australia Beautiful awards opacabana and Avoca Beach have been assessed as part of the Keep Australia Beautiful NSW’s Clean Beaches Connecting Our Coast Awards 2012.

he Trick or Treat and Midday Monster Mash event is on again in Gosford City and will be held on Saturday, October 27.

The event invites gremlins and ghoulies to meet at the Kibble Park Fountain at 11am where they will be given a map to Trick or Treat around Gosford City in a fun, safe way. “This is a great event for the whole family,” said GBID manager Mr Paul Brasch. “We encourage children from 0 to 15 years of age to dress up in their scariest costumes, receive a printed map which they take to participating stores in the Gosford CBD and receive

a stamp on the map and a tasty treat or perhaps a trick,” said Mr Brasch. The Trick or Treat part of the event will be between 11am and 12pm. Once finished, children take their map to the barrels in Kibble Park to enter the draw to win one of 10 prizes. The second stage of the event is the Midday Monster Mash Disco from 12pm to 1:30pm where children can dance away at the Haunted House on the main stage. Kibble Park will have a

spooky theme on the day with a number of props and the gremlins and ghoulies will be entertained by scary characters. Games will also be played and a jumping castle and Zorb balls to roll around in will be available. Stores in the CBD are encouraged to dress up their shop fronts and themselves.

The Awards recognise communities who actively work for a cleaner, more sustainable coastal environment for NSW. Awards are presented to local councils, volunteers, surf lifesaving clubs and other community groups that implement initiatives that care for dunes, protect habitats, educate the community, reduce litter and support tourism. “Through the Clean Beaches Program we can support people who actively care about making our beaches cleaner and contributing to a more sustainable environment,” said Sydney Water managing director Mr Kevin Young. Assessor Ms Jen Stewart examined Copacabana

and Avoca Beach and three other Central Coast beaches from September 24 to 28. Ms Stewart looked at a range of best practice management initiatives including litter prevention methods, water conservation, environmental protection, resource recovery, visitor friendliness and community action. “There are many people who work to keep our beaches clean and sustainable and most never receive recognition for their contribution to our beaches,” said Ms Stewart. Keep Australia Beautiful NSW CEO Mr Bernie Murphy said that communities also use the process to build information and resource sharing networks along the

entire coast. “The beaches of the NSW Central Coast are widely recognised as some of the best in the world. “This year we will visit new entries and return to established projects to see the strong partnerships between the local community and council and the quality of work that is being achieved in the region,” said Mr Murphy. The Clean Beaches Awards raise the profile of the winning beaches, drawing tourism to the area and assist in the attraction of funding to further protect and improve the beach. Media release, 21 Sep 2012 Carolyn Oakley, Keep Australia Beautiful NSW

Movie night to raise money for Buddhist centre

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Unmistaken Child will be shown as the featured movie and will be coupled with a talk from guest speaker Geshe Thubten Sherab. Born in Nepal of Tibetan parents, Geshe Sherab received his education at Kopan Monastery and completed his studies at Sera Je Monastic University and at Gyume Tantric College in India. He lived in the USA where he taught at Buddhist Centres but returned to Nepal after several years

to become headmaster of Kopan Monastery. Geshe-la recently retired from the headmaster role in order to have more time to devote to meditation and to teaching internationally. Unmistaken Child follows the journey of Tenzin Zope who was instructed by the Dalai Lama to search for his master’s reincarnation. His search crosses lands, passing though mountains and small villages that appear to be unchanged for hundreds of years.

Assisted by astrology, signs in dreams and the whispers of villagers, Tenzin travels by helicopter, mule and foot, and when he does come upon an apparent contender, the audience joins Tenzin and his young charge through the mysterious procedures that will, or will not, confirm the reincarnation. Email, 1 Oct 2012 Jill Grosche, Kadam Sharawa Institute Inc

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Out & About

Violists win Concerto Competition

Fukishima aftermath forum forum on the aftermath of Fukishima will be held at the Gosford Uniting Church on Monday, October 15, at 7:30pm.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Japanese earthquake and tsunami may have happened some time ago, but the fallout implications are still with us, with radio-active marine life discovered off the coast of California, the problems concerning rice production in Japan and the uncertainty about the safety of the damaged nuclear plant in Fukushima,â&#x20AC;? said Community Interaction Group Forum Promotions Committee representative Mr Robert Grant. Sydney University Media and Communications adjunct Professor Mr Richard Broinowski, who is also a former Australian Diplomat, will speak at the meeting along with Gakushuin University Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College international communications, PR and marketing Lecturer M/s Natsuno Katori. M/s Katori also lectures

on marketing and business at the University of Japan, Tokyo. After months of research in Japan, Professor Broinowski has completed a book entitled, Fallout From Fukushima and will speak about the results of his investigations into the nuclear disaster and its implications for Japan and the wider world. M/s Katori will give a firsthand account of the current local situation in Fukushima. She will also speak about her involvement with the Rainbow Stay Project which seeks to care for children affected by the disaster who are brought to Australia for a holiday to help ease the trauma of their experiences.

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wo violists who study at the Central Coast Conservatorium of Music took out first and second place in the 2012 Central Coast Concerto Competition.

Wyoming local Elizabeth Woolnough, 18, won the top prize with second place going to fellow violist, Julia Doukakis, 19, of Bateau Bay. Held every two years since 1998, the Central Coast Concerto Competition is one of the highlights of the Central Coast Conservatoriumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s event calendar. Sponsored by local private donor, Mr Ray Allen,

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the competition is open to any Central Coast based instrumentalist aged 25 or under. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s competitors, all past or current Central Coast Conservatorium students, included an alto saxophonist, three flautists, an oboist, a violinist and the two violist finalists. Each musician was required to undergo a preliminary audition before two finalists were selected to perform a complete concerto solo, accompanied by the Central Coast Symphony Orchestra at Laycock StTheatre on September 16. Until this year, no violist had ever performed in the finals. Adjudicator Dr Barry Bignell and the near capacity audience were left spellbound by Liz who took to the stage first playing Mozartâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Concerto K191, followed by Julia who played Hoffmeisterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Viola Concerto. In addition to sharing a passion for the viola, Liz and Julia also share a number of other traits. Both girls started their musical journeys in the Central Coast

Conservatoriumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mini Strings program. Both learned violin before switching to the viola in their early teens. Each has studied a wind instrument as part of their musical development and both girls received a Diploma in Music Performance after studying under the guidance of Central Coast Conservatoriumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s viola tutor and Head of Strings, Suzanne Borrett. Both Liz and Julia are currently nearing the end of their first year at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. Earlier this year, both girls were accepted into the Australian Youth Orchestra and each has participated in the selective National

Music Camp on a number of occasions. Despite competing against one another many times, both girls said they enjoy a solid friendship and support one another as each works towards a professional career in music. Ms Borrett, who was there at the finals said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Liz and Julia were both absolutely fabulousâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Both looked very confident and showcased their individual talents as highly accomplished musicians who appear very comfortable on the stage.â&#x20AC;? As competition winner, Liz went home with a cheque for $1500 while Julia took home the second prize of $500. Media Release, 4 Oct 2012 Phaedra Pym, A Way with Words

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Boubacar said he owes his self-taught guitar technique to his kora influences, but its shades and phrasing also suggest influence from bluesmen of the South including Blind Willie McTell, Robert Johnson and Muddy Waters. Back in the 60s when the euphoria of African independence reigned, 20 year old Boubacar was Mali Blues’ Chuck Berry and Elvis Presley. He was the first to play Mandingo-based music on electric guitar, long before his junior, Ali Farka Toure. On November 19, 1968, Modibo Keita’s socialist government was overthrown by a military coup and Boubacar and his songs were exiled from the airwaves. Returning penniless to Kayes, his hometown in the Kassonké, Boubacar became a farm worker, opened a shop with his elder brother and worked to feed his family. He was rediscovered in 1987 when reporters from Malian national television visited Kayes and said, “Kar Kar (a footballing nickname meaning ‘The Dribbler’ given to him by his friends) you have to come to Bamako”. “You’ve never been seen on television since it began. “Everyone should realise

you’re not dead, you’re alive.” Boubacar said people were amazed to see him. “Most of them had only heard me on the radio,” he said at the time. Yet fate was to put a stop to Kar Kar’s musical rebirth when Pierrette, his wife died bringing their last child into the world. He then decided to look for work in Paris, where he joined the community of Malian migrant workers. “I was a building worker for two years,” was Boubacar’s only comment on the experience, but one of his songs says it all in the lyrics, “you can be a king at home, but when you’re a migrant, you’re a nobody”. In Paris, an English producer discovered him and took him to the studio to record his first album, Mariama, in 1990. His music had changed since his youth in the 60s and was more refined. He recorded another six albums, Sécheresse

(Drought) in 1992, Les enfants de Pierrette (Pierrette’s Children) in 1995, Sa Golo in 1996, Maciré in 1999, music from the eponymous film directed by Jacques Sarasin, Je chanterai pour toi (I’ll Sing for You) in 2002, and Kongo Magni in 2005. Boubacar then performed on stage first in Europe and then in the United States and Canada. Mali Denhou, his first album since 2005, was recorded in warm, friendly surroundings in June 2010 at Studio Moffou, set up by Salif Keita on the outskirts of Bamako. He worked with the same musical cast who had performed with him all over the world for years. The first takes were laid down with his old friend Madieye Niang on gourd and Vincent Bucher on harmonica, playing in live conditions. Media Release, 26 Sep 2012 Christine Mousset

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Four Seasons Film and Art Night he Kariong Eco Garden will hold its first Four Seasons Film and Art Night, in conjunction with the Central Coast Arts Barn, at the Kariong Eco Arts Hub on Saturday, October 13, from 6pm to 9pm.

The evening will begin with a performance of Spring from Vivaldi’s Four Seasons Concerto, played by musicians from the Central Coast Conservatorium, then a Welcome to Country, followed by local artist and activist Jake Cassar, environmental films and music in the Eco Garden, Arts Barn and the Kariong

Community Hall. The films will include Earthships, Burning Man, Bambara documentaries and episodes of Dirt Girl. Entry to the event will be free, and refreshments will be available between the films, talks and music. Email, 25 Sep 2012 John Wiggin, Kariong Eco Garden

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Macca tour kicks off in Gosford an (Macca) McNamara will start his 12 month national concert tour with his Gumboot Band and musical mate Digger Revell at Laycock St Theatre in Gosford on Sunday, October 28.

The tour will celebrate more than 30 years of Australia All Over, the ABC Sunday morning radio show that connects Aussies around Australia and the world. The Macca concert tour, that will zigzag across the country and finish in Tasmania in September next year, will showcase the songs that have touched him and his listeners, spin a yarn or two and bring to the stage his genuine love of country that makes Australia All Over part of the Sunday morning ritual for so many people. “Sunday Morning show has become the focus of my life really, not only because I enjoy revealing some of the characters of Australia but

also because I have made so many wonderful friends,” said Macca. As he travels the country, Macca will also be joined by special guests, singing songs from his bestselling Top 100 CD. “My mum used to say after reading my mail for not a few years how wonderful the listeners were. “And that’s the real privilege. “Being taken into the confidence of so many wonderful Australians, then meeting them at outside broadcasts or a concert,” said Macca.

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Patrech, Norman Allen, Peter Rae, newcomer Pat Lindsay, Linda Scott (who really does have a touch of Pam Ayres about her) and Jill Nevile.” The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 31, at Gosford Hotel from 7pm.

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Not for Profit Organisations Directory Art Point Clare Arts & Crafts Wed - Adult Art Class Approaches to Visual Arts, supported by History of Art, to develop your own style Wed & Frid - Adults Bunka Embroid, Cards, Crotchet, Cross Stitch or bring your own $3/session Point Clare Community Hall 10am - 12noon 4325 5007 Central Coast Art Society Bringing together artists and interested people for lectures, demonstrations and discussion. Weekly paint-outs each Tuesday - Call 4349 5860 for locations Workshops - 4363 1820 - 9.30am - 12.30pm 1st and 3rd Wed and Social Meetings 1.30pm 4th Wed at Gosford City Arts Centre. Demo by Guest artist 4325 1420 publicity@artcentralcoast.asn.au

Community Groups ABC “The Friends” Support group for Public Broadcaster. Aims. safeguard ABC’s independence, adequate funding, high standards. Meetings through the year + social afternoons Well-known guest speakers 4341 5170 Rotary Club of Kariong/Somersby This international service club exists to improve lives of communities in Australia and other countries. Join us for fun-filled activities, fellowship and friendship at breakfast at Phillip House, 21 Old Mount Penang Rd (opp Shell) - Fri 7:15am 4340 4529 kersuebay@philliphouse.com.au

Wyoming Community Centre Local community cente that provides a wide range of programs and activities incl. Tai Chi, Yoga, Zumba, Blokes Breakfast’s, Community Markets, Out of School Hours Care, Play Groups . 4323 7483 manager@wyomingcc.org.au

Kincumber Neighbourhood Centre • Personal development • Community Garden • Counselling • Meditation • Support Groups • Friendship Groups • Music and Movement for under 5 • Rooms for hire 4363 1044

Historical Society) • Coach tours AACC Computer • School educational tours Club Inc. • Annual Street Stalls • Participation in History www.aacc.asn.au Help with all Computing Heritage Week Celebration Margaret Pearce problems, Program demos 4325 2270 + Q&A sessions 2nd Wed Windows, 7 Fellowship of First 10pm Fleeters Central Narara Valley High School Coast For anyone Fountains Road, Narara 3rdWed,Linux9.30am- interested in early history 12.30pm @ East Gosford or early family histories. Progress Hall You don’t need to be a 4th Thur, Social + First Fleeter to attend. Windows 12.15 – 3.15pm Wyong RSL Club 2nd Sat @ East Gosford Progress 10:30am 4323 1849 Hall - Cnr Webb Rd & Central Coast Family Henry Parry Drive 4362 1918 History Society Inc. 4324 2740 All the resources, secretary@aacc.asn.au information and advice needed to study your Seniors Computer family’s history are Club Central Coast available through the Inc. Society at 8 Russell Beginners classes for Drysdale St, East Gosford. PC or Mac held Mon or or www.centralcoastfhs. Tues. Also classes Mon org.au to Fri for most programs Meet 1st Sat 1pm Lions – see website. All classes Community Hall E Gosford are 10am – 12md or 1pm 4324 5164 - 3pm at Kincumber & Music District Neighbourhood Centre. Monthly Meetings Central Coast with Guest Speaker held Concert Band at Kincumber Hotel 1st Every Tues 7:15 - 9:30pm Monday of Month. Community playouts with 4369 2530 four concerts a year at Laycock St Theatre. Health Groups 0407 894 560 Asbestos Diseases or 0411 272 640 Found. of Aust. Central Coast Asbestos Soundwaves Diseases Support Men’s acapella 4 part (CCADS) harmony chorus - for all The diagnosis of an ages, all welcome asbestos disease can be 7:00pm Mon Central devastating. We provide Coast Leagues Club information, advocacy and 0405 030 945 knowledge that you are not randtbale@bigpond.com alone, a safe environment for expressing fears, a Spirit of the Coast singers positive atmosphere and humour. Ourimbah RSL Womens’ A Cappella Vocal 4th Wed ensemble, new members 4344 4489 very welcome. Meet Every Wednesday Dying with Dignity 715 to 930pm Central NSW, Central Coast Coast Leagues Club Branch 0400 801 554 Dedicated to the or 0415 282 942 introduction of legislation Political Party in NSW to permit people Central Coast Greens suffering unrelievedly Central Coast branch from terminal or incurable of Geens NSW, active illness to receive, on regarding ecological request, medical help to sustainability, social end their lives. and economic justice, Quarterly meetings peace and non-violence, Mrs Joy Shannon grassroots democracy and j2@heelstone.com.au getting Greens elected 3rd Thur, centrally on the Meals on Wheels Coast Delivered meals and centralcoast.nsw.greens.org.au flexible food options for centralcoastgreens@gmail.com people with a functional disability Probus Clubs 4382 9401 Probus Club of Avoca

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Come along and hear interesting guest speakers, make new friends and join us in our social activities. 10am 3rd Mon Avoca Beach Bowling Club 4368 6157 4384 3741

atmosphere, guest speakers, Special Interest outings, fun and fellowship. Central Coast 1st Wed - Legacy House, Opp Gosford Swimming Amateur Radio Club Do you wish to join the Centre. 4340 0071 4365 0044 world wide hobby of Amatuer Radio? Dandaloo Probus Club Erina St, Kariong Saturdays Invites retirees and visitors 11am to 4pm to enjoy the fellowship and 4340 2500 ccarc@ccarc.org.au friendship of our club. 10:30am 2nd Tues Tarragal Glen Country Club, 110 CCLC Bridge Club Duplicate Bridge-partner Karalta Rd, Erina not required for most 4360 1441 sessions. Details of sessions, special events Probus Club Nth and lessons at www. Gosford cclcbridgeclub.asn.au For retirees who seek companionship and Central Coast Leagues Club 12.30pm Mon, intellectual stimulus, fun Tue, Thur, Fri Sat and fellowship through 1.30pm Wed outings. 4th Tues Central 7.15pm Mon Coast Leagues Club 10am 4323 3456 4324 2493 4365 4208 cclcbridgeclub@westnet.com.au

Ourimbah combined Probus Club Our mixed friendly club welcomes new members. We have interesting guest speakers and have varied activities. Make new friends. Monthly meetings First Wed 10am Niagara Park Community Centre 4332 1538 www.probussouthpacific.org/ pcourimbah

Terrigal Ladies Probus Club For retired ladies seeking companionship & to listen to interesting guest speakers and participate in social activities. Rotary Hall, Duffy’s Rd Terrigal 1st Mon 1.30pm 4385 3395 Probus Club West Gosford For retired or semi retired people to enjoy friendships, lunches, outings & trips. 2nd Thur Narara Community Centre, 2 Pandala Rd Narara 10am 4362 7227

Public Speaking Coastal Communicators Toastmasters Club Helps you develop confidence by improving your speaking skills - make fun and encouragement a part of the learning. Meetings are entertaining and educational with an enthusiastic and supportive membership. 1st and 3rd Sats Avoca Beach Bowling Club 11am. 4341 6842 jancummings@y7mail.com

Australasian Native Orchid Society Dedicated to the cultivation and conservation oof Aust Native Orchids. 2nd Wed, Narara Community Centre, 2 Pandala Rd Narara - 8pm 4340 5157

Women 18 + needed for leadership & admin roles. Make a contribution to the young women of tomorrow, share your skills and make new friends. No previous experience required, full training available. 4328 3247 Gosford RSL Ladies Indoor Bowls Wanted Women to join our social indoor bowls Frid 10am - 2pm RSL Club 4344 5812 0412 773 441 Gosford RSLSubBranch Women’s Auxiliary For women over 18 years. We raise money for the welfare of veterans and their families. RSL Club West Gosford 4th Mon 2pm 4323 7336

Inner Wheel Club of Gosford North Women making a difference with friendship, personal service and international understanding. Social activities combined with fund raising for local, Central Coast national and international Handweavers, projects. 2nd Wed 7pm Spinners and Textile Phillip House Kariong Arts Guild gosfordnorthiw@live.com.au Spinning and weaving, 4324 7176 patchwork and quilting felting and other fibre and Inner Wheel Club of fabric crafts - Workshops Terrigal and Community quiting We are part of an bees - Day and Night International Women’s Groups organisation, sharing 4325 4743 friendship, social activities, www.centralcoasthsguild.org.au

as well as fundraising for local, national and international projects. 2nd Tues, 7pm Terrigal Rotary Hall, Duffy Road Terrigal. 4384 1553

Central Coast Campus Friends Inc Promotes post school learning to improve life for individuals and the Central Coast community: terigalinnerwheel@gmail.com Advocacy, Dinners, Discussions, Speakers, Soroptimist Awards, Newsletters and International Special Projects SI is a dynamic organisation 4324 0023 for professional and sonhopk@bigpond.net.au business women, through advocacy, awareness and Gosford Business action. 2nd Thur 6:45pm Improvement District - Breakers Country Club, GBID aims to make Dover Rd Wamberal Gosford a safer, cleaner, sibrisbanewater@siswp.org commercially vibrant, 4367 6331 attractive regional city through regular festivals Kincumber View and events, mthly Club markets, beautification For ladies looking for a and business retention place to make friends. projects. 4th Tues Davistown RSL Markets held 2nd Sat Club 11am Interesting & seasonal events speakers & a delicious throughout the year. 200 lunch, bus trips, movie Mann St Gosford days, luncheons and 4322 7726 home functions. info@gosford.com.au 4369 7363

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Volunteers remove graffiti olunteers from Gosford North Rotary joined forces with other members of the community on Sunday, September 23, to remove graffiti from a number of sites across Gosford.

The work was part of Graffiti Removal Day 2012, which is a joint venture between the NSW State Government and Rotary Down Under. “The day was a great success with members from local Rotary Clubs joining forces with Gosford Council and other members of the community to paint over or remove graffiti from a number of sites throughout the Gosford and Woy Woy areas,” said North Gosford Rotary Club coordinator Mr

Ray Southern. “I am particularly grateful to Fiona Morrison from Gosford Council and the many other volunteers who gave up their time on a Sunday to help remove graffiti from other people’s property and community buildings. “It shows a real sense of community spirit. “I would also like to thank the NSW Government, Dulux Paint and Smart Graffiti for their financial support of Graffiti Removal

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Day, without these organisations the Day would not have been possible, “ said Mr Southeren. Mr Southeren also pointed out Graffiti Removal Day was only part of the solution in the fight against graffiti and that ongoing support was needed if graffiti was going to be removed from the streets. “While the day was a success in removing graffiti it is also important to remember it is only one day of the year, while the fight against graffiti takes place all year round. “To stop graffiti we need members of the community to report graffiti as soon as it appears, so it can be quickly removed to prevent these vandals getting any kind of exposure,” said Mr Southeren. Media Release, 24 Sep 2012 Ray Southeren, North Gosford Rotary

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Wednesday Oct 10 Sunsafe Sun Safety Campaign, Erina Fair car park, 9am-5pm Letting go of Stress and Anxiety workshop, Evolve, East Gosford, 7:30-8:30pm

Thursday Oct 11 Letting go of Stress and Anxiety workshop, Evolve, East Gosford, 12pm-1pm Movie event featuring Unmistaken Child, Avoca Beach Picture Theatre, 6:30pm

Friday Oct 12 Katie Noonan and Karin Schaupp, Laycock St Theatre, 8pm

Saturday Oct 13 Gosford City Markets, Kibble Park Overflow Exhibition begins, Gosford Imperial Centre, 9am-12pm Opening of Mural Project, St Vinnies, Gosford, 11:30am-1:30pm Central Coast Creative Craft group, Studios 2/3 Gosford Arts Centre,

9:30am-4pm Eco Garden Film Evening, corner Woy Woy Rd and Dandaloo Rd, Kariong, 6pm Annual Masked Ball for Central Coast Bush Dance and Music Association, East Gosford progress Hall Four Seasons Film and Art night, Kariong Eco Arts Club, 6-9pm

Sunday Oct 14 Wyong Community Centre monthly markets, 9am-2pm Fellowship of Australian Writers meeting, 10am, Gosford Hotel Central Coast Jazz Leagues Free Concert, Central Coast Leagues Club, 2-5pm

Monday Oct 15 Author talk featuring Carolyn Martinez, Erina Library Blue Gum Flat Toastmasters meeting, 7:30pm, Ourimbah RSL Cancer Information and

Support Society, 7pm, Arts and Crafts Building at Henry Kendall Gardens, Wyoming Fukushima Forum, Uniting Church Hall, Gosford, 7:30pm

Tuesday Oct 16 Carer health check, Carer Retreat and Information Centre, Gosford, 10am-12pm, 1pm-3pm, free

Thursday Oct 18 Letting go of Stress and Anxiety workshop, Evolve, East Gosford, 12pm-1pm

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Rugby League gala day

Siblings Sailing Day embers of the Central Coast community flocked to the Gosford Sailing Club on Tuesday, September 25, to enjoy a day on the water for Siblings Sailing Day.

team of Stage Three boys from Point Clare Public School competed in the Woy Woy Cup Rugby League gala day at Rogers Park, Woy Woy, on Friday, August 17, and came fifth overall.

“The boys played well in each game and exhibited great sportsmanship, however, against some tough competition, they lost each game by a close margin,” said coordinator Mitchell McNeill. “Congratulations to Jackson Mitchell, who scored a great try off a kick from Graham Porter, and Mitchell Wood who ran in for a try off a great ball from Matt Lavelle. “A huge thank you

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to Warren Whitney for coaching the boys on the day and also to the parents who drove the boys to and from the event. “Thanks also to Ethan Curtin-Edwards for acting as trainer on the day,” said Mr McNeill. Newsletter, 21 Aug 2012 David Harris, Point Clare Public School

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The annual event, held by the Rotary Club of Gosford City in association with Gosford Sailing Club and Northcott Disability Services, treated the siblings of children with disabilities to a day of sailing on Brisbane Waters, Gosford. Gosford City Rotary Club president Kian Safaei was impressed with the turnout for the event despite grey skies. “The dull weather failed to deter Central Coast families from enjoying time together out on the water experiencing the thrill of sailing. “Each year, Siblings Sailing Day gives brothers and sisters who share the common bond of having a disabled sibling the opportunity to get together and have some fun,” said Kian. After hours of sailing with experienced personnel on RS Fevas and Magic 25 Keel boats, the children and their parents relaxed over a free barbecue lunch. “Children that live with a disabled sibling have to make a lot of sacrifices and can be greatly affected. “Sibling Sailing Day allows us to make these children feel special by creating an event that is just for them and their parents. “Living with a disabled sibling or child can be stressful and it is nice for families to be able to take a break, try new things and spent some quality time with one another,” concluded Kian. Media Release, 25 Sep 2012 Katey Small, Brilliant Logic

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iagara Park’s Central Coast Youth Club has had a number of students perform well in trampolining recently including Aidan Matthews, of Tuggerawong.

Aidan has gained selection in the Australian Trampoline team and will compete in the Double Mini Trampoline section of the Indo Pacific Championships for the first time. The St Peters College Year 11 student has been trampolining at the Central Coast Youth Club for five years. He has competed for the NSW state team at the National Championships for four years, with 2012 Nationals the first of two selection trials for the Australian team. Aidan did not gain selection at the Nationals competition so he had to travel to Brisbane in early August to compete in the second trial where he finished fourth and gained selection. He will be in camp for the competition to be held at Sydney Olympic Park from October 13 to 16 with athletes competing from four other countries comprising New Zealand, Canada, Japan and Malaysia. In other trampolining news, the NSW State Levels Competition was held at Niagara Park on September

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22 and 23 which also saw a number of Central Coast students compete. Miranda Topp, aged nine, placed fourth in Level Four while Charlotte Topp, 8, won silver in Level Two. Hayley Vane-Tempest

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aged 13, placed fifth in Level Four, while Lily Mateljan aged 12, suffered an injury in her first Level Three routine. She then completed her second routine and received the highest score for that routine. Ashley Fouche, 11, who has competed in a number of state competitions and three national titles, took home bronze in her Level Six category. Email, 28 Sep 2012 Donna Foucher, Central Coast Youth Club

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he Gosford City Bowling Club Labour Day Pairs Carnival was held on Monday, October 1, in memory of Dick Creighton.

The game was won by George Clark and Mark Tyler with runners up Judy Crawford and Alan Joss. The Creighton family have had a long and endeared association with the Gosford City Bowling Club over many years. Dick Creighton, son of the founder of Creighton Funerals, was a champion bowler and energetic member of this club for years and was successful in many club championships. He was respected for his mentoring of young bowlers to accompany him at state competitions at which he also achieved success. So much was the man respected, he was inducted as a life member of the club. After his passing, a carnival was set up in his honour sponsored by the Creighton Family. The carnival is still recognised each year as part of the club’s bowling calendar. Due to business commitments, a member of the Creighton Family was unable to attend for the presentations so this was ably carried out by president John (Blackbeard) Gifford. Media Release, 1 Oct 2012 Rex Brown, Gosford Bowling Club

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Connor named Junior League Player of the Year

on Saturday, October 20, followed by Kincumber Skate Park on Saturday, October 27, Wyong Youth Centre on Saturday, November 10, and Lake Haven Skate Park on Saturday, November 17. All workshops are held from 10am until 12pm.

It is also supported by Gosford Council, Wyong Council, Slam Factory and Active After School Communities. The first workshop was held on Saturday, October 6, at The Entrance Skate Park with the next workshop to be held on October 13 at Umina Skate Park. Wadalba Skate Park will host the third workshop

t the Central Coast Division of Junior Rugby League presentation night on Thursday, September 20, Connor Watson from Kincumber Junior Rugby League Football Club (KJRLFC) was named Player of the Year.

hroughout October and November Skateboarding Australia (SbA) is hosting clinics at skate parks across the Central Coast, including Gosford.

The SbA Hub workshops are completely free and run by skateboarders from the Central Coast who will help to improve the skills of beginners as well as those who are already riding. The clinics are made possible through Skateboarding Australia, Nike Skateboarding Australia and the Australian Sports Commission.

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Connor represented the Central Coast in the Harold Matthews competition, played in the U16 NSW Indigenous side, was named as a NSW Under-16 State of Origin possible and probable and represented St Edwards College in the Open side and U16 side that won the All Schools State Championships. Connor was also named Man of the Final after he scored 12 tries for Kincumber which saw the team come one game shy of the grand final. He also made the Australian Oztag U16 side that will compete in the World Cup in New Zealand in December, and the U16 Australian Indigenous Rugby Union side. On the night, Connor thanked his parents and Kincumber JRLFC for all the support, guidance and opportunities he has received. Club president Scott Jackson said “Connor is a very talented athlete but he is also a good young man, who we are all proud of”. Kincumber also picked up other awards. Brodie Cooper was named Best Back in the U16 Central Coast Representative side while Tom Starling was named Best and Fairest in the U14 Representative side and the

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Central Coast Paralympians wo Central Coast locals, Teigan van Roosmalen and Liesl Tesch will represent Australia at the Paralympics in London from Aug, 29 to Sept, 9.

Swimmer, Teigan van Roosmalen, who attended Terrigal High School, was born with ushers syndrome, a hereditary disease affecting her hearing. She was the youngest person in the world to receive a cochlear implant. Teigan, 21, competed at the 2008 World Cup in Manchester and won two bronze medals. Later that year, at her Liesl Tesch

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Teigan van Roosmalen

Ross competes in Olympic track ﬁnal

iming is everything and Australia’s Skud 18 crew couldn’t have asked for anything more on day four of the London 2012 Paralympic Sailing Regatta on Portland Harbour.

After a long day of competition, which included two abandoned races, Daniel Fitzgibbon and Liesl Tesch came off the water exhausted, but with spirits high after finishing second and first in the day’s two races. “It was a long day waiting for the wind, we had two false starts as the wind kept changing, but we had a really good day,” said Fitzgibbon. “Liesl and I were on fire, we played with the fleet a lot and sailed people back a bit.” In race one the Aussie crew looked to be in trouble

when they went around the top mark in second last position but that was due to the changing wind and luckily for the duo, the race was abandoned and restarted. Fitzgibbon and Tesch have only been sailing together since 2011. With just three races left in the competition (at the time Grandstand went to press) Australia sit in ﬁrst place with a handy four point lead over the USA who are second on a count back from Great Britain. “We’re in sync as a team, and ﬁnally I’m in sync with what I need to be doing out on the water,” said Tesch of Woy Woy. “Every single race I get a better understanding of sailing and what my responsibilities are about,” said Tesch. “Historically, we perform better at the end of a regatta.”

There were 67 competitors from Green Point and they all represented the College with great pride. The Girls Opens Relay Team kicked off the meet, consisting of Jessica McGillivray (Year 8), Madeline Linnet (Year 8), Laura Amos (Year 8) and Kate Linnet (Year 9), who not won but also broke the previous record with a time

of 54.21. Green Point also broke other long standing records including Lachlan Apps in the 12years Boys 100m with a time of 12.90 broke the previous record of 13.03. He also broke the previous 12 years boys 400m record of 1:07.67 with a time of 1:05.26 and the 12years Boys Long Jump record 4.55m with a distance of 4.73m.

Slingsby to be given keys to the city

Australian Olympic Team website by Wayne Parks

Zach Bolton broke the 15 years Boys 400m 56.97 record with a time of 55.89, Jordan Fleming broke the 16 years Boys 200m record of 23.72 with a time of 22.69, Logan Palmer broke the 15 years Boys 4kg Shot Put 12.07m record with a distance of 12.60m and Nicola McDermott broke the 16years High Jump with a leap of 1.70m.

oshua Ross of Woy Woy competed in the Men’s 4 x 100 metre relay ﬁnal in the last track and ﬁeld event on day 15, the last day of the London Olympics. Ross competed alongside team members Anthony Alozie, Isaac Ntiamoah and Andrew McCabe and ran the last leg for the team.

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Australia placed seventh with a time of 38.43 seconds, 1.59 seconds behind the ﬁrst placed Jamaican team of Usain Bolt, Yohan Blake, Michael Frater and Nesta Carter. The former Henry Kendall High School student competed in the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, and placed sixth in the 4 x 100m relay and 20th place in the men’s 100m.

entral Coast Olympic gold medallist Tom Slingsby will be presented with the Keys to Gosford City in a welcome home celebration to be held at the Gosford Waterfront Reserve on Saturday, September 8.

The award recognises

Tom’s contribution to the sport of sailing at both a national and international level. Tom, who began sailing at the age of eight, was named World Sailor of the Year in 2010, won ﬁve World Championships in the space of six years and most recently, won Olympic gold in the Men’s Laser event at the 2012 London Olympic Games. Gosford mayor Cr Laurie

Maher said this award was recognition of Tom’s momentous achievement winning Olympic gold. “Tom is a fantastic representation of the Central Coast spirit and is proof of the success that can come about as a result of hard work and dedication. “The Central Coast is lucky to be fringed by fantastic waterways, so it is no surprise that we have a vibrant and diverse sailing

community producing world class sailors. “Tom’s success is an inspiration to other budding sailors and serves to highlight the wonderful range of water sports on the Central Coast. “Having been considered amongst the best in the world for several years, it is wonderful to see Tom’s success culminate in Olympic gold at the London Games; awarding him the

Keys to the City is just one way that we can recognise this achievement,” said Cr Maher. Cr Maher said this award not only recognised Tom’s sporting efforts but also acknowledged his success in lifting the proﬁle of the Central Coast around Australia and the world. “On behalf of Gosford City Council, I would like to congratulate Tom on his achievements in his

chosen sport and wish him continued success into the future. “We are proud to have him represent our region and put Gosford City on the map in the international arena,” said Cr Maher. Tom Slingsby’s Welcome Home Celebration, where he will be awarded the Key’s to the City, will take place at the Gosford Waterfront Reserve.

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Avoca to meet Kariong in Rugby Union Grand Final by Larry Thomson

he 2012 First Grade Rugby Union Grand Final is between Avoca Beach and Kariong this Saturday, September 22, at Morry Breen Oval.

Avoca Beach is into another Grand Final, while Kariong are after their first top grade Premiership since 1993. This will be a tight match for the entire 80 minutes. These two teams played each other two weeks ago in the Major Semi-final, and Avoca Beach won that game. During the season proper, these two teams have had a win each, but Avoca Beach wore Kariong down and secured the win in the Major Semi-final, with time running out. Avoca Beach will attempt to do the same thing again

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reen Point C h r i s t i a n College competed in the Taree, Hunter and Central Coast Christian Schools Association (THACCCSA) Zone Secondary Athletics Carnival at Hunter Sports Stadium, Glendale on Friday, August 3.

Tesch on top for Australia at Paralympics

first Paralympic Games in Beijing, she made the final in four of her six races and set several personal bests. Among the most decorated and respected members of the Australian team, five-time Paralympian Liesl Tesch is a teacher at Brisbane Water Secondary College’s Woy Woy Campus. Liesl, who will compete in sailing, was involved in a bike accident which resulted in incomplete paraplegia. She has won medals in several Paralympic Games in wheelchair basketball, and in London, will be competing in sailing, a sport she only took up in January last year.

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this weekend. Avoca Beach will use their experienced players and will never say die. They will rely heavily on number eight Emile Thomas, locks Peter Steele and Adam Winter, and prop Luke Sheridan to lead from the front in the forwards. Kariong have a big pack and they will be put on the go forward by players such as prop Shannon Beavan, number eight Moanna Talakai, and number seven Afele Tongia. They are the players that Kariong will rely on to take the initial control of the match. However, Kariong will need to play the full 80 minutes. In recent matches, they have played great rugby and have scored some exciting tries, but then at other times, they have tended to go to sleep.

They cannot afford to do that on Saturday if they wish to win this Premiership. Avoca Beach, we know, will go for the full 80 minutes as they did two weeks ago. The backline battle will be interesting. Avoca Beach have a combination of experience in players such as Dan Reihana, Justin Staben and Matt Maloney, but they also have youth and pace in key positions. Fullback Jacob Briggs and winger Tom Murphy will know where to head with pace if given the opportunity. Kariong have much the same situation. They may not have the same level of experience as Avoca Beach, but centre Sione Malu is a key person in that department. Fullback Derick Peachey, winger Josh

Bottero, ﬁve-eight Mitchell Clay and half back Scott Hanley all provide ﬂair in attack and all can score those vital tries. Goal kicking will also be important. Avoca Beach have the ever reliable Matt Maloney, the highest point scorer this year in Central Coast Rugby, while halfback Scott Hanley will need to be on song all day for Kariong. Avoca Beach will be in their 11th successive First Grade Grand Final. They have won seven of these since 2002 and will be hoping to add another on Saturday. Kariong have been in several Grand Finals in recent years, but have not won the big one since 1993, which was at the end of the club’s heyday in the early 1990s. What has happened this season in their matches,

plus all the statistics and history, make for an enthralling and exciting Grand Final this year. The Second Grade Grand Final also sees Avoca Beach in action and they take on Ourimbah in what should prove an intriguing clash. These two teams met in the Major Semi-final two weeks ago and Avoca Beach won that game after a close first half. Avoca Beach and Ourimbah both finished level at the top of this competition so it is difficult to predict a winner in this fixture on Saturday. “The Third Grade Grand Final will be a beauty,” said Thomson. There was nothing between Northlakes and Avoca Beach and the game will go right down to the final whistle. Avoca Beach will have

their third senior team in a Grand Final on Saturday which is a marvellous achievement. Northlakes have been the form team in this competition this year but Avoca Beach have struck a purple patch in recent weeks and have shown good late season form. There is a lot of experience in both teams and the standard of play in all Third Grade Finals ﬁxtures this year has been good. The U19 Grand Final is between Terrigal and The Entrance. Every game this season in this competition has been close. It has been one of the most even competitions on the Central Coast for years and this match on Saturday will be no different.

Josh English is the National Golden Gloves Bantamweight champion by Warwick Whitmore

ue to a series of unfor eseea ble events, Central Coast Academy of Sport future stars boxer, Josh English, found himself stepping up a weight division and ﬁghting for a national bantamweight belt in Acacia Ridge, just south of Brisbane.

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National Golden Gloves championships, English was set to fight in the light flyweight division, but after drawing the bye in the first round, the 2011 flyweight champion found himself getting into the ring to contest the bantamweight belt at the invitational championships. “I drew the bye in the first round, which meant that I was straight through the light flyweight final. “My opponent then withdrew from the

tournament before the fight and I had to give away five and a half kilograms and fight in the bantamweight division,” said English. Not being a stranger to giving away weight on his opposition due to his rugby league background, English threw everything he had at his opponent in the championship bout. “We went for the full three rounds, it was a good fight. “Everything went to plan and my coach was really

happy with how I fought and applied what we had been working on at training. “It came down to the judge’s decision on points and I won the bantamweight championship,” added English. The 2012 National Golden Gloves Bantamweight championship is English’s second National championship, after winning the ﬂyweight belt at the same championships last year.

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yong Shire Council hosted 21 delegates from the Beijing Government, China on Monday, September 17.

Bulls Hill improvements ‘not likely’ The Bays Community Group has been told by a council ofﬁcer that funding for improvements to Bulls Hill is “not likely in my lifetime”. The ofﬁcer, Mr David Medcalf, presented information at the Bays Community Hall in Woy Woy Bay on Wednesday, September 12, about the planned upgrades to Rawson Rd and Woy Woy Rd. Bays Community Group president Mr Bob Puffett introduced Mr Medcalf as project manager. Around 40 local residents attended the meeting. Mr Puffett welcomed Council’s support of local community input to the development. The $30 million allocation of funding to the project would allow work on a new roundabout and underpass which would link Railway St with Woy Woy Rd, as well as work on an under-road pedestrian

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The proposal, which would have a total area of 3,965 square metres, would see the demolition of the existing two storey ﬂats on the site and the construction of a 12 storey building above

four levels of underground parking. The building would consist of 88 residential units comprising 11 one-bedroom units and 77 two-bedroom units, business and ofﬁce

suites totalling an area of 1,467.8 square metres and car parking for 145 cars, 107 of which would be allocated to residents, 18 to visitors and 20 for commercial use. The initial application for

a residential ﬂat building which was granted consent on May 2005, consisted of 105 residential units in eight storeys with two levels of car parking. A further application was then lodged on December 21, 2007. This was assessed against the Gosford City Centre Plan 2005, but had consideration to the provisions of Gosford

City Centre Plan 2007. On August 15, 2008, consent was granted to demolish the existing residential flat building and erect a new building that would contain a supermarket, medical centre, commercial floor space, 101 residential units and 328 car parking spaces in an 11 storey building above five levels of basement car parking.

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The present proposal was brought back to Council as a S96 application with further amendments that resulted in a reduction in the extent of excavation, commercial ﬂoor space and the number of residential units and car parking spaces. Planning report S96, 21 Feb 2012 Gosford Council

Cr Bob Graham and Cr Doug Eaton meet with representatives of the Beijing Government at Council’s Civic Centre

a lot of projects we have currently and projects that are coming up and how we go about managing these projects. “It is a great coup for Council to have our work recognised at an International level,” said

Cr Graham. Last year, an agreement was signed between the Australia China Foundation Association (ACFA) and Wyong Council to investigate a site at Warnervale as the

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Union Premiership by Larry Thomson

voca Beach won the 2012 First Grade Rugby Union Premiership when they defeated Kariong at Morry Breen Oval by 28 points to 14 on Saturday, September 22.

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