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Prime Minister opens community centre

Coast Shelter’s Vicki de Carle, Laurie Maher, Prime Minister Ms Julia Gillard, Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill, Gavin Shepherd, and Penny Williams of Coast Shelter

he new Laurie Maher Coast Community Centre in Gosford was officially opened on Friday, November 2.

The Coast Community Centre is a community partnership that involves government departments, welfare agencies, businesses, churches, schools and volunteers working together to provide support and meals to those in need. The facility enables peoples to connect, build friendships, feel part of their community and either obtain or provide assistance. The Centre provides access to a range of

support services and help to those doing it tough to maintain their tenancies and mortgages. Much of this assistance works towards what the Federal Government refers to as “turning off the tap” in addressing homelessness. It focuses on intervening early and providing a wide range of support to help people overcome their crises. The Coast Community Centre is an energy efficient building and includes solar

panels to reduce energy consumption and generate renewable energy credits to be fed back to the grid, a water tank to reuse rainwater for toilets and gardens, energy efficient air conditioning, energy saving lighting throughout the building, water saving showers for clients and a laundry fitted with energy and water efficient machines for clients. It provides five consultation offices to deliver services, a disability

lift, which will provide access to the restaurant, offices and meeting rooms from street level, administrative offices to manage Coast Shelter’s various programs, security-intercom system to provide added safety to volunteers serving meals, a large meeting and conference room available to community groups, computer and telephone networking and a 70 seat restaurant where free meals will be provided by volunteers. Services provided by Coast Shelter and other agencies include tenancy

advice and advocacy, No Interest Loans (NILS) for people on low incomes to purchase essential household items, free legal advice every Monday by Central Coast Community Legal Centre, regular visits from Centrelink community engagement officer, energy vouchers (EAPA) to help people having difficulty paying gas and-or electricity bills, pharmaceutical assistance to fill prescriptions for clients experiencing financial hardship, food hampers made up from donated items, Rentstart kiosk

providing a link to Housing NSW via fax and phone for rent assistance, shower and laundry facilities available every day, fresh towels, toiletries and clothes, free shampoo and haircuts every week, free podiatry checkups every three months, visits from Mobile Oral Health Van, assistance with furniture and whitegoods from donations and a Men’s Shed which operates Monday and Friday each week. Media release, 29 Oct 2012 Vicki de Carle, Coast Shelter

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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

Family and Relationships

Animal Rescue

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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

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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City keys for Liesl Tesch Paralympic gold medallist Liesl Tesch of Woy Woy was presented with the Keys to Gosford City by mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna on Wednesday, October 17, in a surprise ceremony at the Erina Leagues Club Liesl had been invited to address the Erina Chamber of Commerce at their monthly luncheon and said she was totally unaware that she would be awarded the Keys to the City. Mayor Cr McKinna said that the presentation of the Key to the City was kept secret. “We wanted this award to be a surprise for Liesl. “She has had a wonderful couple of years since beginning her sailing career and hopefully this can be the cherry on top of a very successful 2012. “Following her retirement from wheelchair basketball, she took up sailing in January 2011 and had a rapid rise to success. “Liesl placed third in the 2011 and 2012 World Championships and has taken out multiple

international World Cup meets with her partner Daniel Fitzgibbon in the SKUD 18 Class. “Her strive for Paralympic gold was achieved in London 2012, an effort that both Liesl and the entire Central Coast community should be proud of,” said Cr McKinna. “Liesl has had an international career across two sports, captaining the Australian Women’s Wheelchair Basketball team, picking up silver medals in Sydney and Athens as well as bronze in Beijing. “Her recent success on the water demonstrates her versatility and wide ranging skills as an elite athlete. “She is a fantastic representative of the Central Coast and role model within our community. “Her success at the highest level is the result of hard work and dedication and I hope this award can go some way to show how proud we are of Liesl,” he said. Media Release, 17 Oct 2012 Lawrie McKinna, Gosford Council

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e s t f i e l d Barbarians are the new champions of the Fitness First Central Coast Sevens after a comprehensive 41-17 victory over Sunnybank on Saturday, October 27.

underground to improve reliability and switching in the network. When installed, the 11kV feeder would be underground from the Umina Zone Substation to the

existing underground development in Australia Ave. The project would also remove about 600 metres of overhead high voltage 11kV mains in the vicinity of McEvoy Ave, Bapaume Ave and Priestman Ave. The site of the easement is a drainage reserve and Council has agreed that the terms of the easement be drafted to allow for any underground works on the eastern side of the existing easement to allow for maximum widening of the drain on the western side should the need arise. According to Gosford Council’s director corporate services Mr Nic Pasternatsky, the surface drain is currently at its limit in containing peak ﬂows and would need widening in the future to contain

additional ﬂows and to allow for climate change impacts and possible rock lining. “It is recommended that the underground cable be laid as close as possible to the outer boundaries of the drainage reserve, which is the eastern side under the access track to allow for maximum widening of the drain on the western side,” Mr Pasternatsky stated in the report to Council. Ausgrid has advised that the cable would be laid on the eastern side of Lot 3 within the existing eight metre wide overhead easement which would leave approximately 22 metres from the property on the western side of the drainage reserve to the edge of the existing easement. Gosford Council agenda COR.106, 23 Oct 2012

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The Fijians ran riot over the defending champion to claim the $20,000 first prize, showing exceptional speed across the park to score several long-range tries. Filipo Nakosi, Setefano Rasekaia, Asaeli Vula and captain Pio Tuwai took the Nadi-based club out to 24-0 early doors but Sunnybank hit back with Junior Laloifi also turning on the afterburners to score twice. Down 12-24 at haltime, Laloifi very nearly went in again, however, a turnover led to a Nakosi try at the other end of the field and a comfortable 29-12 lead. Waisea Nacuga and Samu Saqiwa got in on the act for Westfield before Laloifi was rewarded with his hat-trick. Westfield’s Maika Tuinasavusavu was named the MVP for the tournament. Despite the loss, it was an exceptional effort from Sunnybank who are also fielding a team in the Borneo Sevens this coming weekend and both finalists will now head to the Fiji Coral Coast Sevens on November 15-17. Elsewhere, Samurai were too strong for Iconz winning the Plate 36-12, with Nafi Tuitavake and Pita Ah-Ki scoring twice, Island Breeze won the Boot (Bowl) 33-17 over Kwaussie and number eight All Stars took home the Shield 52-14 over Sid Vaka. Meanwhile, the Dragons Women tasted success with a 26-15 win over Parramatta.

The interstate affair was physical and energysapping and Sunnybank’s greater ﬁtness saw them claim the $5000 ﬁrst prize and the Jobs on the Coast Cup. Nareta Marsters and Tallisha Harden scored to give Sunnybank a 14-0 lead

before Patricia Raikadraka narrowed the gap to 14-5 at halftime. Unaiasi Biau opened the scoring in the second spell for Sunnybank but a nice break from Losa Fangupo made the score 21-10. When Kirby Sefo ran outside her marker and

sprinted to the line it was all over at 26-10 although Jasmine Sio had the ﬁnal say for Parramatta. Sunnybank had scored three tries to beat Te Whanau 15-7 in their semi ﬁnal while Parramatta also crossed three times as they beat Hunter 21-12.

Sunnybank’s Cheyenne Campbell was named the tournament’s MVP. Earlier, in the men’s semis Westﬁeld beat fellow Fijians Nabua 19-10 after leading 14-10 at halftime and Sunnybank rallied from 0-10 down against Wardens to win their semi ﬁnal 19-

17 with the final kick of the match. Henry Taefu scored the try and kicked the winning conversion while Nigel Ah Wong and Laloifi scored Sunnybanks’ other tries. Fijian internationals Alipate Ratini, Ilai Tinai and Joji Ragamate crossed for Wardens. Westfield had been untroubled in pool play with rising star Josua Tuisova scoring in every match, in contrast to Sunnybank who lost 15-21 to Island Breeze. However, Sunnybank went through to the semis courtesy of the bonus point they collected for finishing within seven points while Island Breeze were left to rue the default to Central Coast for arriving late at the Morrie Breen Oval. The tournament featured 16 men’s and 12 women’s teams in the strongest field in the four-year history of the event. Other past or present international players on show included Orene Ai’i, David Raikuna, Kylem O’Donnell, Belgium Tuatagaloa and Iopu Iopu and Sosene Anesi (New Zealand), Waisale Beci (Fiji) and AJ Gilbert and Dan Yakapo (Australia). Australia coach Michael O’Connor was an interested spectator at the event. Results: Men’s Cup Westfield Barbarians 41 Sunnybank 17 Plate Samurai 36 Iconz 12 Boot (Bowl) Island Breeze 33 Kwaussie 17 Ball (Shield) No 8 All Stars 52 Sid Vaka 12 Women’s Cup Sunnybank 26 Parramatta 15 Plate La Pa Lovelies 27 ACT 24 Boot (Bowl) South Australia 46 Waverley 0 More Photos Pages 3 and 16

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Thomson has home and ofﬁce raided by police

SW police, on behalf of fraud and extortion squad detectives from Victoria, searched the home and electoral office of Federal Member for Dobell, Mr Craig Thomson on the morning of Wednesday, October 24. Victorian police, with the assistance of NSW police, executed two search warrants, one on Mr Thomson’s Bateau Bay home at 7am and the other on his electoral ofﬁce at Tuggerah at approximately 10:15am. The searches were in relation to the ongoing investigation, Operation Vespine, by fraud and extortion squad detectives in conjunction with NSW Strike Force Carnarvon. Mr Thomson spoke to the media outside his home on the same day at

10:30am. “This morning we had the police come and execute a search warrant in relation to the broader inquiry into the national ofﬁce of the Health Services Union,” said Mr Thomson. “They took a couple of documents; I volunteered a couple of documents. “Can I say that the police acted in a thoroughly professional manner, they showed great courtesy and acted in a way that I think we would all expect.

Coast Shelter’s Vicki de Carle, Laurie Maher, Prime Minister Ms Julia Gillard, Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill, Gavin Shepherd, and Penny Williams of Coast Shelter

he new Laurie Maher Coast Community Centre in Gosford was officially opened on Friday, November 2.

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High voltage electricity to go underground Gosford Council has agreed to allow the installation of underground electricity cables in an existing electricity easement in

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“Can I say at the outset, that I’ve done nothing wrong, that we are fully cooperating with the police in relation to this investigation. “We think there is still some time for this investigation to go before it’s concluded, but we are very much looking to it concluding, hopefully before the end of this year. “Can I also say that there isn’t that much more that I can add, given that this is an investigation that’s ongoing by the police, other than confirming that today was in relation to the national office of the union and that the police were here. “I would like to reiterate that I have done nothing wrong, and I’m very confident that at the conclusion of this investigation, that will be the conclusion that the police reach as well,” said Mr Thomson. The two raids come in the wake of a statement released on Monday, October 15, by Fair Work Australia, confirming

proceedings had been commenced in the Federal Court of Australia against Mr Thomson. The Federal Court action is a result of the general manager of Fair Work Australia, Ms Bernadette O’Neill’s investigation into the national office of the Health Services Union (HSU), which concluded in March 2012. Ms O’Neill confirmed that the claim included 37 alleged breaches of general duties imposed on officers of registered organisations and 25 alleged breaches of Health Services Union rules.

“I have not taken this action lightly. I am satisﬁed that it is in the public’s interest to pursue the allegations in the documents ﬁled in the Federal Court today and consider that there is a reasonable prospect of success,” said Ms O’Neill. “If successful, I will be seeking the imposition of pecuniary penalties relating to each of the 37 alleged contraventions where penalties are available. “I will also be seeking orders which require Mr Thomson to pay compensation for loses allegedly incurred by

the HSU by reason of the alleged breaches of general duties should they be proven,” said Ms O’Neill. The maximum pecuniary penalty that can be imposed by the court in respect to each contravention of the general duties is $6,600 for an individual. Pecuniary penalties are not available for breaches of union rules. Media statement, 24 Oct 2012 Victorian Police Media Media statement, 24 Oct 2012 702 ABC Sydney Media release, 15 Oct 2012 Bernadette O’Neill, Fair Work Australia

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Council to support Missing Link project G osford Council has agreed to support Infrastructure NSW’s recommendations for the F3-M2 Missing Link which would see construction begin on the road within five years and a one hour express service for rail commuters within 10 years.

Cr Bob Ward, who starred the motion at the Council meeting of Tuesday, October 23, said the Missing Link represented the only remaining “missing link” between Sydney’s orbital motorways network and the F3 Freeway, which connects Sydney to the Central Coast and Newcastle and beyond. “It is a tough life for a commuter, and anything we can do to reduce the number of commuters has got to be a good thing. “The completion of the missing link would result in an enormous benefit locally,” said Cr Ward. In 2002, the RTA commissioned a study, on behalf of the Federal Government, to identify a route connecting the Western Sydney Orbital (M2-M7) to the F3, in Sydney’s north, to relieve pressure on Pennant Hills Rd and the Pacific Highway. The F3 to Sydney Orbital Link Study recommended that the preferred route should link the F3 to the M2 via an eight kilometre road

tunnel beneath Pennant Hills Rd. A review of the recommendations was then undertaken and the Pearlman Report of September 2007 was produced which recognised that there had been changes in land use and transport flows since the study. The report maintained that the most viable option would be the uninterrupted motorway road of eight kilometres which would incorporate two unidirectional tunnels between the F3 Freeway at Wahroonga and the Pennant Hills Rd-M2 interchange. Fast forward to 2012, and the 2012-2013 Federal Budget includes the sum of $150 million for a feasibility study for the F2-M3 Missing Link. In May this year, the Northern Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils (NSROC) released a research report, Missing Link and Missing Out, which highlighted the urgent need for action on the F3-M2

Missing Link. The NSROC report indicated that higher costs and constraints on freight movements were created by the current bottleneck on Pennant Hills Rd. In July, NSW Roads Minister Duncan Gay announced the NSW Government had received an unsolicited proposal from private motorway operator Transurban for a possible F3 to M2 Motorway Tunnel link underneath Pennant Hills Rd. Mr Gay stated that a cross-agency assessment committee had been set up to investigate the merits of the link. “There are potentially three stages to the assessment, which include strategic assessment of the initial submission, development of a detailed proposal and negotiation of a final binding offer. “Following the initial consideration of the proposal, it has been decided to progress to Stage Two. “In the next six months, the committee will work with

Transurban to complete Stage Two of the assessment. “This requires the proponent and Government to work cooperatively in the development and assessment of a detailed proposal, from which it can be determined whether the parties want to proceed to negotiate a final binding offer,” said Mr Gay. NSW Premier Mr Barry O’Farrell and Transport Minister Ms Gladys Berejiklian then released the Draft 20 Year Transport Master Plan in September. The plan included the F3M2 missing link as a medium term priority over the next five to 10 years. The Missing Link Action Network, which is made up of federal and state Liberal MPs from northwest Sydney and the Central Coast, was then briefed by Transurban on Wednesday, October 3, about the motorway tunnel link. Members of the Missing Link Action Network said they believed that private sector involvement offered the potential for the F3-M2 Missing Link to come to reality more quickly than if it were left to be wholly funded

by government. Members of the Network said they wanted to see the F3-M2 Missing Link built to deliver benefits to the communities they represented, and wanted to ensure that if this proposal from Transurban proceeds, its design addressed the proper and reasonable concerns of nearby residents. The final link in the chain was the release, this month, of the Infrastructure NSW report, The State Infrastructure Strategy 20122032. Cr Vicki Scott said the missing link was “a very important initiative for a number of people on the

Central Coast and also in Sydney. “I look forward to the end of the hours of sitting in traffic,” said Cr Scott. But Cr Hillary Morris, who voted against the motion, expressed her concern about the probability of improving traffic flow with the link. “Freeways don’t necessarily make traffic flow any better. “I also have big concerns about exhaust fumes from eight kilometres of tunnels,” she said. Gosford Council agenda NM.19, 23 Oct 2012 Kaitlin Watts, 23 Oct 2012

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Coast organisations to receive volunteer grants

Erina residents object to planning proposal

total of 24 community organisations in the Robertson electorate will share in more than $83,000 as part of the Gillard Government’s $16 million Volunteer Grants program.

The successful recipients were announced at a community event in Kariong on Friday, November 2, by Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill and Prime Minister Ms Julie Gillard. Organisations that were successful included Central Coast Brackets and Jam, Central Coast Concert Band, Central Coast Dolphins Touch Association, Central Coast Kid’s Day Out, Central Coast Ugnay Kabayan People’s Link, Evolve Community Wellness Foundation, Hospital Art Australia, Kariong Community Care, Kariong-Somersby Rotary Club, Kincumber Men’s Shed, MacMasters Beach Surf Life Saving Club, Mangrove Mountain Rural Fire Brigade, Narara Valley High School P and C, No

A52 Inner Wheel District Committee, NSW Active Retirees and MentorsCentral Coast Sub Committee, Rotary Club of Terrigal, Seniors Computer Club Central Coast, Special Olympics Central Coast, The Inner Wheel Club of Gosford North, The Lions Club of Green Point Avoca and St Vincent de Paul’s Gosford office. “This is much needed support for our local volunteers,” said Ms O’Neill. “We know that volunteers give their time, energy and expertise to support our community. “These grants will help a host of local groups with the little things they need to keep doing their work like computers, furniture, shade screens, barbecues and

osford Council has received and noted a petition it received with 41 signatures from residents of Erina objecting to a planning proposal at 75-83 Karalta Rd.

G Ms Nina Angelo addressing the audience at the funding announcement

training courses. “The grants of between $1000 and $5000 will take that little bit of pressure off fundraising, which is a real challenge for most community-based organisations. “Grants will also help with the transport costs of volunteers with disability who are unable to drive and need to use public

transport or taxis as part of their volunteering role. “Volunteers continue to make a significant social and economic contribution to Australian society, contributing 14.6 billion to the not for profit sector each year. “Across the country, more than 166,000 volunteers will benefit from the Volunteer Grants. “The Gillard Government is committed to supporting our army of volunteer and this year’s volunteer grants will help them undertake their selfless work in supporting local communities,” said Ms O’Neill.

Petitioners stated the planning proposal, which would permit caravan parks and relocatable homes on the Pine Needles Lifestyle Village site, would place further stress on traffic flows both in and out of the property. The petition said that caravan parks traditionally attracted more users during holiday periods which would further impact on traffic and that the request would

Media release, 2 Nov 2012 Peter McCabe, Office of Deborah O’Neill MP

conflict with the ambience of surrounding residential development. Petitioners were also concerned with the removal of healthy trees that would affect native bird life and that residents of Pine Needles may not have been properly informed of the proposal because they were not landowners. Gosford Council agenda P.39, 23 Oct 2012

A map of 75-83 Karalta Rd, Erina, where relocatable homes would be allowed if the planning proposal went ahead

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Funding given for heritage items total of $44,219.50 in funding has been allocated to 14 heritage listed items in the Gosford LGA as part of this year’s Heritage Small Grants Program.

The program aims to provide financial assistance to property owners and managers to conserve identified heritage items within the Gosford LGA. It aims to encourage the retention and conservation of heritage items through the provision of funds for non-routine conservation

works. The successful heritage items included 7 Joseph Place, Kincumber, Mangrove Mountain Public Hall, the Old Kincumber Orphanage, St Paul’s Anglican Church In Kincumber, Lisarow Cemetery, Henry Kendall Cottage, the Shipbuilders Memorial in Kincumber,

Everinghams House in Narara, Katie Dawson’s Cottage in Point Clare and Dwyer Pavilion at Gosford Showground. The completed works will be inspected by Council Officers to ensure that all grants have financed work of the highest integrity and that they conserve the

heritage significance of the individual items. As part of the application assessment process, Council’s Heritage Program coordinator and architect inspected the proposed conservation works to ensure the works would conserve the heritage significance of the individual items. Gosford Council agenda COM.28, 23 Oct 2012

Childcare Centre upgrade in Kincumber postponed

osford Council has deferred consideration for the upgrade of facilities at Michael Burns Childcare Centre in Kincumber to allow discussions with the tenderer.

Gosford Council accepted a tender from Bindari Pty Ltd to take over the management of the centre from Council, as it was operating at a loss to Council. Councillors, at the meeting of Tuesday, October 23, were vocal about the decision which was eventually opposed by Cr Vicki Scott and Cr Hillary

Morris. Crs Scott and Morris moved to defer the decision so as to review the costs involved with the improvement or upgrade of the centre, but the motion was lost. “It shouldn’t be just about the profits and that’s all I hear about from some people,” said Cr Scott. “As a council we have

a responsibility to be financially viable, be we also have a responsibility to provide these good services and this is why we employ the good people that we do,” she said. Cr Craig Doyle said the centre was “proven to be nonviable as a council fun facility”. Cr Chris Burke agreed with Cr Doyle and said the

Man in serious condition after motorbike crash

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time had come to “let loose and go with the private operator. “I think the council facilities are good, but I think the private ones are fantastic too,” he said. The issue is expected to be discussed again at Council’s reconvened meeting on Tuesday, November 13. Gosford Council agenda COM.23, 23 Oct 2012 Kaitlin Watts, 23 Oct 2012

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Shared areas would be beneficial write in response to the letter submitted by Alan Skinner in Coast Community News on October 23 regarding Bush Stone-curlews.

The emotive and at times hysterical writing of Mr Skinner is a disappointment to all those people trying to find a solution to the sharing of the Coast open space and does a disservice to those who are trying to work with the Bush Stone-curlews on the Coast. Firstly the Bush Stonecurlew is not in danger of extinction; it is prolific in the northern half of Australia. It is endangered in some areas, of which the Central Coast is one. The Pippi Point part of the Davistown waterfront reserve is just not suitable habitat for these birds in its current state. If Mr Skinner would care to take a look down there he would see that it is covered

with weeds and very long grass, littered with bottles and rubbish from weekend parties in the area. There was a party there last weekend and parts of the area were burnt out. Who cleaned up the mess? The dog walkers, because they care about the area. There have been no sightings in recent times of the Bush Stone-curlew in this area and if they lived there previously then they lived in the middle of a leash free dog

exercise area and weren’t bothered by it. This area has been a leash free dog exercise area for more than 30 years. Mr Skinner also failed to mention that a Bush Stonecurlew sanctuary has been built with Council, State, Federal and private funding, costing in excess of $50,000, at the end of Malinya Rd, Davistown, on 3.5 hectares of the Old Oyster Farmers Land, barely 1km from Pippi Point. The greatest predators of Bush Stone-curlews are foxes and cats, so let’s get some balance back into this argument.

hile it is important that youth be given a say in the redevelopment and revitalisation of Gosford CBD, one must question why supposedly independent Central Coast Youth Consultants (a project funded under the Strengthening Communities Program, Human Services NSW) would feel the need to submit both their questions and their final survey to CCRDC for approval.

This has happened within the school community, with politicians on all levels, whether in government or not, and with the Department of Education. Mr Hanscombe seems to believe that I have a poor understanding of education. If he engaged in the actual discussion with Gosford Public School P and C he would be aware that I have seven children who are at different stages of their education, have been involved in several P and C associations in many schools and have

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Letters to the editor should be sent to: Coast Community News PO Box 1056, Gosford 2250 or mail@gosfordnews.org See Page 2 for contribution conditions completed degrees and Masters in educational studies. I even taught for seven years in a range of schools, so I have

some understanding of educational principles. Mr Hanscombe is correct on two matters. Our teachers will adapt to the new site but it is not the best choice for our children. Secondly, media opportunities do not convey the full story. Concerned citizens who care about the welfare and education of our children will want to find out more. Email, 8 Oct 2012 Stephen Thomas, Kariong

Tours were ‘very informative’ ell done to Gosford City Council staff and local historian Merril Jackson for organising two very informative tours of Brady’s Gully Cemetery on Sunday, October 28.

I have lived on the Central Coast for some 40 years, and often visited North Gosford Private Hospital, but never ventured in to the Cemetery. It was sad to see the result of some vandalism over the years, but good to see more recent restoration work and maintenance.

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n response to Norman Hanscombe letter (Coast Community News, September 25), actual discussion regarding the proposed move of Gosford Public School has occurred on numerous occasions.

Email, 25 Oct 2012 Gai McGlynn, Davistown

Survey process detracts from validity Smacks of Big Brother to me, and certainly detracts from the validity of the survey results.

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Merril provided interesting insights into numerous aspects Gosford’s early history. It is to be hoped that

Central Coast Tourism might note that some 80 people attended the two sessions and realise the significant potential for one day, or weekend historical tourism as part of its destination marketing plan. Email, 28 Oct 2012 Kevin Armstrong, West Gosford

Thanks to anonymous cleaners ongratulations to those who over the past few weeks were noticed filling up black plastic bags of litter and scrub, cleaning up the Creek Verge along the Railway Line side of Brisbane Water Drive between Koolewong and Tascott.

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Complaints against Council drop

n the NSW Ombudsman’s 2012 report it was recorded that Gosford Council received a total of 17 complaints against it, which was 11 less than the previous year.

The number of complaints has reduced significantly since 2004-2005 when 54 complaints were received by the Ombudsman against Gosford Council. Of the 17 complaints, 10 were declined because they were either outside the Ombudsman’s jurisdiction, trivial or remote, of insufficient interest, because substantive explanation or advice was provided or on resource-priority grounds and seven were assessed as requiring either preliminary

or informal investigation. Of those seven, one was found to not be of wrong conduct following advice by Council, three were found to have insufficient evidence of wrong doing, two were resolved to the satisfaction of the Ombudsman and one was resolved by Council prior to the Ombudsman’s intervention. In no case did a complaint result in a formal investigation by the Ombudsman’s Office or an adverse finding against the

Gosford Council agenda COM.29, 23 Oct 2012

osford Council has received a petition from the Avoca Theatre Preservation group with 308 signatures objecting to the development plans for a five screen theatre complex at Avoca.

Petitioners stated the development was too big and totally out of character with the relaxed beachside village atmosphere and was too close to the beachfront. The petition also stated that the development would

create traffic and parking chaos with a capacity for well over 600 people, that there were no plans for additional parking for patrons and it would overwhelm the heritage values and charm of the

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Council. The majority of complaints resulted in them being declined by the Ombudsman’s Office after initial assessment. The second largest category of complaints was resolved by an explanation to the Ombudsman’s Office by Gosford Council following an investigation into the complaint by Council.

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existing theatre. A petition in support of the redevelopment of the theatre was also received by Council with a total of 18 signatures from residents. Gosford Council agenda P.36, 23 Oct 2012

raffic flow and safety improvements which have been proposed for Terrigal Dr, at the intersections of Charles Kay Dr and Brunswick Rd, are expected to reduce crashes and delays.

Member for Terrigal Mr Chris Hartcher said Terrigal Dr was a major arterial road linking the coastal suburbs with the Central Coast Highway and the surrounding commercial area of Erina. “In May 2011, Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) displayed the option for work and invited the community to comment. “After carefully considering the community feedback, RMS has done further work on the proposal,” said Mr Hartcher.

The proposed intersection improvements would see an additional left turn lane to be provided for vehicles turning out of Charles Kay Dr, synchronisation of the traffic lights at the Charles Kay Dr and Brunswick Rd intersections, the construction of two through lanes in each direction between Duffys Rd and Charles Kay Dr, the provision of a shared pedestriancycle path on the southern side of Terrigal Dr between Duffys Rd and Bellbird Ave,

the provision of pedestrian traffic lights east of Duffys Rd and restricted turning movements at Holmes Rd to improve efficiency and safety. The new design will be on public display until Monday, November 19. A community update showing details of the proposal will be distributed to local residents. Media release, 23 Oct 2012 Kerryanne Delaney, Office of Chris Hartcher MP

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Gosford solicitor wins award

Local lawyer wins Law Society medal

osford criminal advocate Manny Conditsis has been awarded the Law Society President’s Award as part of the 2012 Justice Awards on Wednesday, October 31.

Justin Down (L) presenting Stuart Tipple (R) his award

osford defence lawyer Stuart Tipple has been awarded the 2012 Law Society President’s Medal.

The Law Society of NSW President’s Medal is awarded annually in recognition of significant personal and professional contributions made to the betterment of law and justice by a NSW solicitor, who is also a member of the Law Society of NSW. Law Society of NSW president Mr Justin Dowd presented the medal to Mr Tipple at the Law Society’s Annual Members’ Dinner on Thursday, October 25. “Stuart has made a significant contribution not only to the local community, but also to the legal profession and the administration of justice in Australia and indeed the world,” Mr Dowd said. “His work and dedication has helped to ensure best practice in the NSW criminal justice system by identifying

deficiencies and bringing about change in forensic testing and procedures. “Stuart is also an active member of his local community which he has contributed to through his work with the Central Coast Adventists School Board and the Sydney Adventist Hospital,” Mr Dowd said. Tipple, who has practised law in NSW since 1978, was one of the longest serving members of the Chamberlain’s defence team during the inquiries into the death of their daughter Azaria Chamberlain. While representing the Chamberlain Family, Mr Tipple alerted authorities to inadequacies in forensic testing in criminal cases that prevented independent assessment and failed to

The Law Society President’s Award is presented to an individual solicitor for pro bono work undertaken through the Law Society Pro Bono Scheme, which was set up in 1992. Law Society of NSW president Mr Justin Dowd presented the award to Mr Conditsis at the 2012 Justice Awards dinner at NSW Parliament House. “Access to justice is a basic right that is something that not everyone in our community is afforded, particularly those who are marginalised or disadvantaged and without

resources” Mr Dowd said. “With more than 27 years’ experience in criminal law, Manny is widely recognised as one of the most experienced trial advocates in NSW. “Through his pro bono work, Manny has provided outstanding support to the Gosford community over many years particularly in the areas of criminal law and child care and protection,” he said. The Law Society Pro Bono Scheme facilitates access to justice for disadvantaged people by accepting and processing

applications which are referred on to solicitors willing to take on pro bono cases. The Justice Awards honour the work of individuals and organisations that have demonstrated extraordinary commitment and have a significant impact on improving access to justice, particularly for socially and economically disadvantaged people Media release, 1 Nov 2012 Jacob O’Shaughnessy, The Law Society of NSW

comply with best practice. As a consequence, forensic testing practice and procedures in NSW have been changed and improved. In response to submissions by Mr Tipple, the Northern Territory Government also moved to amend its criminal code to allow its Criminal Court of Appeal to consider fresh evidence and quash convictions enabling wrongly convicted persons to gain acquittal rather than a pardon. For over more than 30 years, Mr Tipple has also provided pro bono services to legatee widows and their families and the Salvation Army, as well as serving on various advisory committees and boards. Media release, 26 Oct 2012 Jacob O’Shaughnessy, The Law Society of NSW

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Coast job service secures sponsor

Gosford workers paid back wages orkers in Gosford have been back-paid a total of $22,500 following recent intervention by the Fair Work Ombudsman.

The largest recovery was $11,200 for a trainee real estate agent at Gosford who was underpaid wages and commissions over a fivemonth period in 2010. After a Fair Work inspector contacted the business and explained its obligations, the employee was reimbursed all money owed without the need for further action against the employer. Other recent recoveries included $5700 for a young tradesperson at Gosford

who was underpaid wages over an eight-month period and $5600 for a tradesperson at Gosford who was underpaid the minimum hourly wage and penalty rates between 2010 and 2012. Fair Work Ombudsman Mr Nicholas Wilson said when Fair Work inspectors identified a problem and contacted a business, most employers checked their records, realised a problem had occurred, and fixed it immediately.

“When we find mistakes, we’re here to assist and give practical advice to employers on how to voluntarily resolve issues,” Mr Wilson said. “These businesses have now corrected the errors that led to the underpayments and put processes in place to ensure they will not happen again.” Media release, 24 Oct 2012 Penny Rowe, Fair Work Ombudsman

Free seminar on property investment

efence Housing Australia (DHA) will host a free seminar in Terrigal on Tuesday, November 27, for potential residential property investors.

The event, which will be held at the Crowne Plaza from 6:30pm, is part of a nationwide series designed to provide key information on the residential property market and DHA’s unique property investment program. DHA has a property portfolio of more than 19,000 dwellings

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JobsOnTheCoast Director Tim O'Brien and Job Centre Australia's marketing manager Paul Stanton

obsOnTheCoast.com.au has secured NSW disability employment services provider, Job Centre Australia, as its first major sponsor for the Hunter and Newcastle.

Job Centre Australia’s marketing manager Mr Paul Stanton said, “we really believe in what Tim O’Brien and the team at JobsOnTheCoast are doing in terms of connecting the right job seeker to the right job and giving employers access to a pool of local talent”. “With three offices in the Hunter region in addition to our four Central Coast offices, it made perfect sense to us

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Lloyd represents prostate cancer survivors ormer Member for Robertson Mr Jim Lloyd, of Mooney Mooney, has been included in a new publication and website which features 10 notable Australians and profiles their stories and personal battles with prostate cancer.

“To be asked to contribute both in word and video to this exciting new support campaign is a great privilege, and hopefully our stories on how we have all dealt with the diagnosis of prostate cancer will be of assistance and encouragement to the more than 20,000 men and their families who face this battle each year,” Mr Lloyd said. Mr Lloyd travelled to Canberra on Tuesday, October 30, to participate in the national launch of the Tomorrow Counts book and website. “Since being diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2002 and successfully beating this disease with surgery and follow up radiotherapy,

I have taken every opportunity to help raise the awareness of this disease which kills some 3,300 men every year in Australia,” said Mr Lloyd. “Like most cancers, prostate cancer can often be successfully treated if diagnosed in the early stages. “Unfortunately there are often no symptoms so it is very important for men over 50 to talk to their doctors about having a PSA blood test and physical examination. “As a member of the NSW PCFA Advisory Board I will continue to take this message to communities not only on the Central Coast but throughout Australia,” Mr Lloyd concluded.

Yoga Open Day will be held at Mangrove Yoga Ashram on Saturday, November 10, from 10am until 3:30pm.

Jim Lloyd, Tony Bilson and Bob Such at the launch of Tomorrow Counts

The Tomorrow Counts Book and website includes 10 well known Australians such as Roger Climpson OAM and well know chef and restaurateur Tony Bilson. It was developed by Janssen-Cilag Pty Ltd with

the support of the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia. Media release, 29 Oct 2012 Jim Lloyd, Mooney Mooney AM Photography

egional Youth Support Services’ (RYSS) GenQ project has won the Community Organisation Award at the ACON Honour Awards in Sydney on Thursday, September 20.

Central Coast,” she said. The funds provided by the trivia fundraiser will be used to run the monthly support group plus in school advice and referral to teachers, students and family, and the continuation of community development of the Band Against Bullying Campaign. The fundraiser will be held on November 16 in the Youth Arts Warehouse in Gosford with up to 300 people expected to attend. Regional Youth Support Services Inc has provided

GLBTQI (Gay, Lesbian, Bi-sexual, Queer and Intersexed) support, information, referral and casework on the Central Coast for the past 26 years and GenQ has been in existence for the last 16 of those years. “This program is the program specialising in helping young GLBTQI young people on the Central Coast, the loss of which will be devastating to the young people and community on the Coast. “This trivia night really is

The day will begin with an orientation walk followed by an introduction into Satyananda Yoga. Visitors to the open day will also be able to participate in Family Yoga Creative and Yoga Nidra. The day coincides with the centre’s family yoga weekend which will give open day guests the option to join the family activities, talk with local teachers or to simply enjoy

a day of relaxation, walking, swimming in the creek or just chilling out with friends. Morning and afternoon teas are provided as well as lunch. Meals will be vegetarian with most produce sourced from farms around Mangrove Mountain. Email, 19 Oct 2012 Yogasandhan Saraswati, Mangrove Yoga Ashram

Planters donated for Pink Ribbon Day elfcare Planters donated a pink themed planter box on Friday, October 19, to the Avoca Beach Girl’s Night In Tickled Pink fundraiser in support of the Cancer Councils Pink Ribbon Day.

GenQ wins award RYSS service manager Ms Kim McLoughry, however, said that, despite winning the award, she was concerned for the future of the GenQ program, as it has not been funded for next year. “The primary source of funding for GenQ has come from private donations and small grants funding,” said Ms McLoughry. “We now call upon private local businesses, to donate to the GenQ trivia fundraiser to keep this ‘one of a kind’ program on the

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our last resort to help assure the continuation of this vital service on the Coast, without it we don’t how we will be able to keep GenQ going,” said GenQ facilitator Mr Jamie McKenzie. Regional Youth Support Services Inc, is a registered charity with DGR (deductable gift recipient tax) status. Sponsorship packages are available to help businesses decide what they are able to donate, and what they get for their sponsorship.

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Lifesaving clubs participate in surf safety day

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ive surf lifesaving clubs from the Gosford LGA gave a lesson in surf safety on Sunday, November 4, as part of Surf Life Saving’s annual Rip Current Awareness Day.

Beachgoers at Avoca, MacMasters Beach, North Avoca, Terrigal and Wamberal were taught about rip currents when surf life savers released fluoro dye into the surf to highlight the rip current movements. A record number of clubs took part this year with 100 beaches across the country, and 54 in NSW, participating in the campaign to give swimmers and onlookers an opportunity to develop a greater awareness of rip currents. According to Surf Life Saving statistics, the number one cause of coastal drowning is people caught in rip currents. In addition to this, the majority of rescues performed by surf lifesavers are due to people caught in rip currents. Surf Life Saving NSW lifesaving manager Mr Dean

Storey emphasised the importance of greater public awareness when it comes to rip currents. “Every summer, we see thousands of beachgoers get into trouble because they can’t properly identify a rip current. “Dye releases allow us to demonstrate where rips are and how they operate. “We want to make sure everyone knows what a rip current looks like so they can avoid them in the first place,” said Storey. Mr Storey said beachgoers needed to look out for some key indicators when it came to spotting rip currents without the aid of dye. “Rip currents can be identified by darker channels of water with fewer breaking waves. “Sandy-coloured water extending beyond the surf

zone can also indicate the presence of a rip. “Because these areas of water can look calm, swimmers assume it’s the safest place to swim and that’s when they can get themselves into a dangerous situation. “The most important thing beachgoers can do to avoid rips is to swim between the red and yellow flags. “Surf lifesavers place the flags in safer areas, away from rip currents. “Also look out for safety signs on the beach which will alert you to the presence of a known rip current. “And if beachgoers are in doubt, they simply shouldn’t go out into the surf,” said Storey Media Release, 31 Oct 2012 Donna Wishart, Surf Life Saving NSW

Steve Withers and Dr Mick Adams at NAISDA with members of the Mount Penang community

wo members of the Aboriginal community, legally blind Steve Withers and Dr Mick Adams stopped off at NAISDA’s Mount Penang Headquarters on Monday, October 22, as part of Walk and Ride Widders.

Walk and Ride Widders saw the men walk and cycle over 1000kms to raise awareness of the importance of family health. The men commenced their journey on Wednesday, October 10, from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Health Service (ATSICHS)

Offices in Woolloongabba, Queensland, and arrived at their final destination in Sydney on Wednesday, October 24. Walk and Ride Widders invited all Australian men and their families to realise their personal obligations and responsibility to each other and more importantly

to make a definite decision to make a difference and improve their physical, mental, spiritual and environmental health. Media release, 23 Oct 2012 Alison Orren, Brilliant Logic

Samaritans launch Christmas Appeal

he Samaritans Foundation has launched its Christmas Appeal on the Central Coast with North Gosford resident Shane McGarry as the 2012 Ambassador.

Shane lives in Samaritans’ service Rainbow Haven, which is a set of units offering independent living and freedom to people who have mental health issues who’d previously lived in strict boarding houses. Shane has spoken of the Samaritans in high regard and said it was an

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Over 2,000 people turned up to the facility’s grand opening which offered a multitude of activities for all ages including a jumping castle, petting zoo, performances by local musicians and bands, dance concerts, magicians, gym instructors, wellness panels, cooking demonstrations and sporting facilities. The facility, which provides a home for Coastlife Church after its previous building was burnt down in October 2010, also boasts a 24 hour gym and wellness centre, two storey play centre for the kids, 100 seat cafe and catering service, learning and development services, event and function facilities, indoor and outdoor wedding spaces and a large

warehouse activity space. The Centre, although officially opened, is still undergoing planning for stage two of the building which is expected to begin construction in the coming year. Plans for stage two include a 1,700 seat auditorium, 200 seat auditorium with breakout rooms and a dance studio and rehearsal space. The site was previously occupied by Coast Life Church who purchased the land in 1999 after decades of operating out of temporary venues. The facility grew into a thriving church community with a population of over 700 people and was also used for the running of community services, projects and programs. After the facility burnt down, plans were made to create a centre which would accommodate thousands of Central Coast residents and benefit the entire community.

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Education

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St Philips stage Oscar Wilde play

Gosford schools join forces he Gosford City Learning Community which was officially launched on Monday, November 5, aims to acknowledge the importance of individual schools while celebrating the collective engagement of the school community.

Gosford City Learning Community comprises Gosford High School, Henry Kendall High School, Point Clare Primary School and Gosford Primary School.

“[They are] schools with strong reputations in our community, reputations enhanced by working cooperatively across schools and the business

community,” said Point Clare Primary School principal Mr David Harris. Newsletter, 30 Oct 2012 David Harris, Point Clare Public School

St Philips takes part in gridiron training iddle school students from St Philips Christian College in Gosford were treated to a guest coaching session on Friday, October 19, by Central Coast Sharks gridiron senior coach Chris Donnelly.

M t Philips Christian College held its senior school production of The Importance of Being Earnest recently and according to principal Ms Michelle Kelly, who was part of the play herself, the performance was reflective of the students’ dedication and enthusiasm.

“I think for me, the most rewarding part of the experience was being a part of such a wonderful team,” said Ms Kelly. “It makes no difference what age you are, the nerves backstage are just as intense as ever and it is just as much fun as it ever was. “There is no easy way of learning the lines and it blessed me that so many of the cast were prepared to

inconvenience themselves to help me with my lines, even when they were word perfect themselves. “The back stage crew were just as dedicated and so encouraging when we came on and off stage. “It was a real privilege to be a part of a team that was so supportive and encouraging of each other and it blessed me immensely.

“I believe it is really important that our children are given opportunities to be a part of such experiences. “They work very hard to produce a quality performance but they also learn so much from their participation. “I was so proud of our students,” said Ms Kelly. Newsletter, 25 Oct 2012 Michelle Kelly, St Philips Christian College

Mr Donnelly, who is the father of student Montana, and three volunteers from the team showed students the kinds of skills needed to play the game, introduced them to the basic rules and then supervised the

students playing an oz tag version of the game, called Flag Football. “The students loved it and some have been so passionate that they are now bringing American footballs to school to use

during lunchtime,” said head of middle school Mr Stephen Babbage. Newsletter, 25 Oct 2012 Michelle Kelly, St Philips Christian College

Grandparents visit Chertsey hertsey Public School held a Grandparents Day on Thursday, October 25, and according to principal Mr John Anderson, students were “very excited to welcome their grandparents to the school”.

The grandparents visited their grandchildren’s classrooms and saw the way schools have changed since their school days especially with the new technological teaching tools being used

and the contemporary topics being taught. “The day was concluded with a special morning tea organised which was greatly appreciated by the many grandparents and students

in attendance,” said Mr Anderson. Newsletter, 29 Oct 2012 John Anderson, Chertsey Public School

Ella Malligan wins Storybook Challenge opacabana Public School student Ella Malligan received an award on Friday, October 26, for winning the Storybook Challenge.

Ella submitted a story about what she loves most in her community as part of the Carpet Court Storybook

Challenge. She won $1,000 worth of books and a reading mat for her classroom, as well as a

book package worth $250 for herself. Media release, 24 Oct 2012 Morgan Bailey, PR Edge

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Schools Spectacular

Chertsey raises money with trivia night hertsey Public School has raised $3000 with its P and C Trivia night held on Friday, October 19.

Principal Mr John Anderson said the organising committee was taken by surprise when over 130 people turned up to the fundraiser, despite having sold only 40 tickets. “Somehow, by stretching our furniture resources to the maximum, we managed to cram everyone into our school hall for an evening of musical trivia,” said Mr Anderson.

“Of course, these events require a great deal of organisation and the Trivia Night committee of Margie Swanson, Alison Petto– Hamilton, Veronica Brown, Lisa Seaman and Sarah Tomlinson certainly did an astounding job setting up our hall and attracting such great prizes and to Kim Kiernan for baking the delicious cakes and slices. “On the evening they

were assisted by our fantastic quiz presenters, Troy Henderson and Ross Nicol who kept proceedings entertaining. “Also assisting were P and C members, Carol Wilson and Mark Deuxberry,” said Mr Anderson. Newsletter, 29 Oct 2012 John Anderson, Chertsey Public School

Students study Carawah Reserve enior students from three high schools in the Gosford area investigated Carawah Reserve at the mouth of Narara Creek on Wednesday, October 31, as part of an environmental skills competition called Envirothon.

The students put the Reserve under the microscope and investigated the life of the wetland, its soils, human use and impacts over time as well as the wetland’s relationship with Brisbane Water. The information That

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tudents from seven schools in the Gosford LGA joined more than 1000 dancers in the first massed rehearsal of this year’s Schools Spectacular on Monday, October 29.

Erina High School rehearsed to perform in the featured artist category along with Narara Valley High School students who are participating in the dance component, musical theatre and senior ballet ensemble. Gosford High School is involved in the foyer entertainment as well as the combined choir. Kincumber High School will join Terrigal Public School and Terrigal High School in the dance component of the event with students from Terrigal High also involved in the boys hip hop dance. Kincumber Public School will also be involved in the event as part of the production team. As well as running through their own items with dancers from other schools, the entire cast gathered for a run-through of the now iconic massed finale. This year the finale, which will take place on November 23 and 24, will begin with all 3,600 student performers singing Beethoven’s Ode

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to Joy before breaking into exuberant dance with contemporary party anthems. “The Schools Spectacular certainly has a proud tradition and a well-earned reputation for excellence,” said Schools Spectacular relieving director Ms Sonja Benson. “Being part of the show is more than just a rewarding experience. “For some, it has been an important step towards a career in show business, while for others it has been a positive boost to confidence and taught valuable lessons in making a positive

contribution to the success of a group enterprise. “As much as anything though, the Schools Spectacular is about fun and the joy of sharing music, song and dance.” Ms Benson said the joy was infectious and audiences could not help leaving on a high. She said she hoped each of the four performances at the Sydney Entertainment Centre will be filled to capacity. Media release, 31 Oct 2012 Grant Hatch, Schools Spectacular

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Community misses Flora Festival

New Year’s Eve on Gosford waterfront G

osford Council has resolved to contribute $10,000 annually towards the Gosford City New Year’s Eve festival on Gosford waterfront.

Council had previously allocated $5,000 towards the festival, but received a letter from Gosford Business Improvement District (GBID) asking for increased funding due to the growing popularity and subsequent increase in operating costs. The event day includes the Gosford Council New

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round 100 people attended a meeting at the Central Coast Leagues Club on Monday, October 29, to express their concern at the cancellation of the Australian Spring Time Flora Festival.

Kulnura and District Garden Club member Mr Stephen Goodwin, who organised the meeting, said speakers gave different perspectives on the need for and benefits of the Flora Festival. “I think this provided everyone with some diverse reasons as to why the Festival should continue. “Representatives of the Flora Festival Organising Committee and members of parliament, local Councils and other statutory bodies were engaged in sometimes

spirited discussion after the presentations. “The formation of a broad support group called the Friends of the Australian Springtime Flora Festival showed the enthusiasm of the community to stay informed and involved. “A subcommittee formed on the day is looking forward to working with the ASFF organising committee in its efforts to resolve the site and financial problems currently standing in the way. “Any announcements

on its future will have to come from them,” said Mr Goodwin. The Flora Festival was the largest annual event held on the Central Coast as well as being the second largest event of its kind held nationally. It has been held for the past 25 years and is an iconic plant and garden show hosting tens of thousands of visitors each year.

popularity with residents of the Gosford LGA and visitors over the last seven years, attracting an approximate audience of 20,000 people last year. It is the only official New Year’s Eve celebration within the Gosford LGA. Gosford Council agenda COM.27, 23 Oct 2012

Indent Tour to conclude in Gosford

Last year's Flora Festival

Year’s Eve Race Day at Gosford Race Club, a Central Coast Mariners match at Bluetongue Stadium, followed by the event coordinated by GBID on Gosford Waterfront including live entertainment, stalls and a fireworks display. The event has grown in

osford Youth Arts Warehouse has secured the final show of the Indent Tour on Friday, December 7, with headlining act Jinja Safari and local supports Sons of Alamo, Mystic Flare and Safro Lionza.

Email, 31 Oct 2012 Stephen Goodwin, Kulnura and District Garden Club

The Indent Tour, which is now in its third year, is staged by teams of young people who will gain practical skills in event management and music business from leading industry professionals. “It’s a great opportunity for young people to gain experience presenting a live event with a world class act headlining the show,” said Indent team leader Grady Henshaw. “It’s also a fantastic opportunity for young local

bands to perform with the latest production in front of a huge audience.” In the lead up to the concert there will be a couple of related events including a Photographic Exhibition by local artist Angelo Kehagias opening on November 27 at the Youth Arts Warehouse. The exhibition can be viewed from November 28 to December 6 between 10am and 4pm. On the day of the concert there will also be the “In

Conversation With Jinja Safari” question and answer workshop presented by Indent and APRA. This is an opportunity for both young aspiring musicians and fans of Jinja Safari to meet the band, join the discussion and walk away with first hand advice on the music industry. Media release, 24 Oct 2012 Sharon Aldrick, Regional youth Support Services

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Woodwind students receive scholarships

Elcho Island performers to join in NAISDA production AISDA Dance College will perform its end of year production, Morning Star, on December 6, 7 and 8, at Laycock St Theatre.

The Morning Star production will stage the haunting music and dances of the Datiwuy clan from Elcho Island in North East Arnhem Land. It features all 30 of the NAISDA developing artists, as well as cultural tutors, dancers, singers and musicians from Elcho Island. The show is directed by former principal artist from the Bangarra Dance Theatre, Patrick Thaiday. Morning Star will be Thaidayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first directing role with NAISDA where he studied in the 1990s. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s such an honour for me to be invited back to NAISDA to direct the famous end of year production,â&#x20AC;? Thaiday said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m looking forward to working with the developing artists and the contemporary choreographers to create a really exciting show.â&#x20AC;? The centrepiece of this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s performance will be a songline of the dances and songs of the Datiwuy people from North East Arnhem Land. These traditional dances also include a songman and instruments called bilma (clapsticks) and yidaki

(didgeridoo). The Morning Star holds significance in Aboriginal cultures around Australia and NAISDA Dance College celebrates new life, each day reinvigorating the spirit through the physical ceremony of dance with their visiting Elders from Elcho Island. NAISDA Dance College is a member of the Australian Roundtable for Arts Training Excellence and an ASQA-registered training organisation that provides ground-breaking delivery of a Careers in Dance curriculum to diploma level. Since 1976, large numbers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander performers have begun their careers at NAISDA. NAISDA graduates have built successful careers in the arts world and beyond. Included in this list of alumni are Kim Walker, Sylvia Blanco, Christine Anu, Stephen Page, the late Percy Jackonia, Marilyn Miller, Vicki Van Hout, Deon Hastie and Frances Rings. Media release, 29 Oct 2012 Maryanna Sayers, Megan Rose Management

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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

Narara Valley High School Fountains Road, Narara 3rdWed,Linux9.30am12.30pm @ East Gosford Progress Hall 4th Thur, Social + Windows 12.15 – 3.15pm @ East Gosford Progress Hall - Cnr Webb Rd & Henry Parry Drive 4362 1918 4324 2740 secretary@aacc.asn.au

Seniors Computer Club Central Coast Central Coast Art Inc. Society Beginners classes for PC or Bringing together artists Mac held Mon or Tues. Also and interested people for classes Mon to Fri for most lectures, demonstrations programs – see website. All and discussion. classes are 10am – 12md Weekly paint-outs each or 1pm - 3pm at Kincumber Tuesday - Call 4349 5860 & District Neighbourhood for locations Centre. Monthly Meetings Workshops - 4363 1820 with Guest Speaker held - 9.30am - 12.30pm 1st at Kincumber Hotel 1st and 3rd Wed and Social Monday of Month. Meetings 1.30pm 4th 4369 2530 Wed at Gosford City Arts Centre. Demo by Guest Health Groups artist Asbestos Diseases 4325 1420 Found. of Aust. publicity@artcentralcoast.asn.au Central Coast Asbestos Diseases Support Community Groups (CCADS) ABC The diagnosis of an “The Friends” asbestos disease can be Support group for Public devastating. We provide Broadcaster. information, advocacy and Aims. safeguard ABC’s knowledge that you are not independence, adequate alone, a safe environment funding, high standards. for expressing fears, a Meetings through the positive atmosphere and year + social afternoons humour. Ourimbah RSL 4th Well-known guest speakers Wed 4341 5170 4344 4489

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

Dying with Dignity NSW, Central Coast Branch Dedicated to the introduction of legislation in NSW to permit people suffering unrelievedly from terminal or incurable illness to receive, on request, medical help to end their lives. Quarterly meetings Mrs Joy Shannon j2@heelstone.com.au

Wyong RSL Club 2nd Sat intellectual stimulus, fun 10:30am 4323 1849 and fellowship through outings. 4th Tues Central Central Coast Family Coast Leagues Club 10am History Society Inc. 4324 2493 4365 4208 All the resources, information and advice Ourimbah combined Probus Club needed to study your family’s history are available Our mixed friendly club through the Society at welcomes new members. 8 Russell Drysdale St, We have interesting guest East Gosford. or www. speakers and have varied activities. Make new friends. centralcoastfhs.org.au Meet 1st Sat 1pm Lions Monthly meetings First Community Hall E Gosford Wed 10am Niagara Park 4324 5164 Community Centre 4332 1538

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Terrigal Ladies Probus Club For retired ladies seeking companionship & to listen to interesting guest cclcbridgeclub@westnet.com.au speakers and participate in social activities. Rotary Soundwaves Hall, Duffy’s Rd Terrigal - 1st Australasian Native Orchid Society Men’s acapella 4 part Mon 1.30pm Dedicated to the cultivation harmony chorus - for all 4385 3395 and conservation oof Aust ages, all welcome Native Orchids. 2nd Wed, 7:00pm Mon Central Coast Probus Club West Narara Community Centre, Leagues Club Gosford 0405 030 945 For retired or semi retired 2 Pandala Rd Narara - 8pm 4340 5157 randtbale@bigpond.com people to enjoy friendships, lunches, outings & trips. Central Coast Spirit of the 2nd Thur Narara Community Handweavers, Coast singers Centre, 2 Pandala Rd Spinners and Textile Small A Cappella Vocal Narara 10am Arts Guild Ensemble. Women/Men 4362 7227 Spinning and weaving, very welcome patchwork and quilting Probus Clubs Meet every Wed 7.15 felting and other fibre and 9.30pm. Central Coast Koolewong, Point fabric crafts - Workshops Leagues Club Clare and Tascott 0400 801 554 Progress Association and Community quiting or 0412 820 484 Including West Gosford bees - Day and Night South of the Central Coast Groups 4325 4743 Political Party Highway www.centralcoasthsguild.org.au Central Coast Greens The Association aims Central Coast branch to provide resources for Central Coast of Geens NSW, active communication. Campus Friends Inc regarding ecological Special guests, community Promotes post school sustainability, social involvement, heritage, and economic justice, diversity, education and learning to improve life peace and non-violence, safety, and small business for individuals and the Central Coast community: grassroots democracy and opportunities. Dinners, getting Greens elected Point Clare Community Hall Advocacy, Speakers, 3rd Thur, centrally on the - 2nd Thurs Bi Monthly. Discussions, Awards, Newsletters and 0411 266 325 Coast Special Projects centralcoast.nsw.greens.org.au 4324 0023 Public Speaking centralcoastgreens@gmail.com sonhopk@bigpond.net.au Coastal Probus Clubs Communicators Gosford Business Probus Club of Avoca Toastmasters Club Improvement District Come along and hear Helps you develop interesting guest speakers, confidence by improving GBID aims to make make new friends and join your speaking skills - make Gosford a safer, cleaner, vibrant, us in our social activities. fun and encouragement commercially 10am 3rd Mon Avoca a part of the learning. attractive regional city Beach Bowling Club Meetings are entertaining through regular festivals 4368 6157 4384 3741 and educational with an and events, mthly markets, enthusiastic and supportive beautification and business Probus Club of membership. 1st and 3rd retention projects. Brisbane Water Sats Avoca Beach Bowling Markets held 2nd Sat & seasonal events throughout (Gosford) Club 11am. 4341 6842 the year. 200 Mann St The club with a family jancummings@y7mail.com Gosford atmosphere, guest 4322 7726 speakers, outings, fun and Gosford City info@gosford.com.au fellowship. Toastmasters 1st Wed - Legacy House, Providing a supportive Opp Gosford Swimming and positive learning Indoor Bowls Mixed Social Centre. environment to enable 4340 0071 4365 0044 individuals to develop Central Coast Leagues oral communication and Club - 5 sessions weekly 4363 2360 43686811 Probus Club Erina leadership skills. Invites retirees and visitors 2nd & 4th Thurs, Gosford Women’s Groups to enjoy the fellowship and Bowling Club Girl Guides friendship of our club. 4340 1929 The largest female 10:30am 2nd Tues Tarragal emcloon@bigpond.net.au organisation in the World. Glen Country Club, 110 Karalta Rd, Erina 4360 1441

Wyoming Community Centre Meals on Wheels Local community cente Delivered meals and flexible that provides a wide food options for people with range of programs and a functional disability activities incl. Tai Chi, Yoga, 4382 9401 Zumba, Blokes Breakfast’s, Community Markets, Out Central Coast of School Hours Care, Play Prostate Cancer Groups . 4323 7483 Support Group manager@wyomingcc.org.au (Gosford) Meet last Friday Month Kincumber Terrigal Uniting Church Neighbourhood 9.30am to 12 noon Centre Affiliated with PCFA • Personal development 4367 9600 • Community Garden • Counselling History Groups • Meditation Brisbane Water • Support Groups Historical Society) • Friendship Groups • Coach tours • Music and Movement for • School educational tours under 5 • Annual Street Stalls • Rooms for hire • Participation in History 4363 1044 Heritage Week Celebration Margaret Pearce Computer Groups 4325 2270 AACC Computer Club Inc. Fellowship of First www.aacc.asn.au Fleeters Central Help with all Computing Coast For anyone problems, Program demos interested in early history Probus Club Nth + Q&A sessions or early family histories. Gosford 2nd Wed Windows, 7 You don’t need to be a For retirees who seek 10pm First Fleeter to attend. companionship and

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, national and international projects. 2nd Wed 7pm Phillip House Kariong gosfordnorthiw@live.com.au

4324 7176 Inner Wheel Club of Terrigal We are part of an International Women’s organisation, sharing friendship, social activities, as well as fundraising for local, national and international projects. 2nd Tues, 7pm Terrigal Rotary Hall, Duffy Road Terrigal. 4384 1553 terigalinnerwheel@gmail.com

Soroptimist International SI is a dynamic organisation for professional and business women, through advocacy, awareness and action. 2nd Thur 6:45pm - Breakers Country Club, Dover Rd Wamberal sibrisbanewater@siswp.org

4367 6331 Kincumber View Club For ladies looking for a place to make friends. 4th Tues Davistown RSL Club 11am Interesting speakers & a delicious lunch, bus trips, movie days, luncheons and home functions. 4369 7363 Terrigal View Club Luncheon meeting followed by a guest speaker 1st Wed, other activities, outings and functions monthly, visitors welcome Breakers Club Dover Rd Wamberal 4358 5500

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Copacabana RFS celebrates half century

SW Rural Fire Service (RFS) volunteers with the Copacabana Rural Fire Brigade gathered together on Saturday, October 27, to mark the year their brigade was formed 50 years ago.

NSW RFS Commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons said local volunteers have been responding to a broad range of emergencies in the Copacabana community since the early 1960s. “This brigade has had a strong sense of community right from the beginning when a group of residents from the Copacabana community formed the Brigade. “Since that time, we have

watched the Copacabana Rural Fire Brigade develop into the professional and dedicated fire fighting service we are celebrating today. “Over half a century ago, the people of Copacabana banded together to respond to bush and grass fires as well as car accidents and house fires and their dedication and passion for serving their community lives on 50 years later,” said

Commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons and Captain Clint Pressley

Commissioner Fitzsimmons. C o m m i s s i o n e r Fitzsimmons said the Copacabana Rural Fire Brigade remains a strong institution, and its members work diligently attending emergencies both locally and further afield when needed. “In addition to attending fire emergencies, the Copacabana Brigade is also active in reducing the risk to properties from bush fire by helping to plan and carry out hazard reduction burns in the area. “I would also like to take this opportunity to thank the volunteers for their tireless efforts and unfaltering commitment to both their brigade and community. “It is a great honour to be here celebrating 50 years of community protection and I know these people will still be here protecting the community in years to come,” said Commissioner Fitzsimmons. Media release, 27 Oct 2012 NSW Rural Fire Service media

The Gosford Diary For events in post code areas 2250, 2260 and 2251 If you’ve got something happening in Gosford LGA area over the next few weeks, let us know about it and we’ll list it here for you, for free. Contact details are on page 2.

Tuesday Nov 6 Central Coast Art Society paint out, Empire Bay Marina

Wednesday Nov 7 Central Coast Art Society workshop, Studio 2, Gosford Art Centre, 9:30am-12:30pm Friends of the Gallery meeting, 11:15am, Gosford Arts Centre Morning Melodies, Laycock St Theatre, 11am

Thursday Nov 8 Getting Wealth-Getting Started, Erina Library, 10am-11:30pm, free

Friday Nov 9 Harlequin exhibition begins, Central Coast Creative Craft Group, The Studio Gallery, 9:30am-4pm Global Film Night, The Hub, Erina Fair, 6:30pm Teppanyaki Telework, Central Coast Leagues Club, 11:15am Earth,

Sunday Nov 11 Fellowship of Australian Writers, Gosford Hotel, 10am Central Coast Jazz League free concert, 2-5pm, Central Coast Leagues Club

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Saturday Nov 10 Sacred

Rhythm Hut, 7pm Rose Bickley cards and gift wrapping workshops, Kincumber Community Centre, 10am-12pm Central Coast Handweavers, Spinners and Textile Guild meeting, 10am, The Cottage, East Gosford Gosford Bush Dance, East Gosford progress Hall, 7:30pm-11:30pm Yoga Open Day, Mangrove Yoga Ashram, 10am-3:30pm Central Coast Bush Dance and Music Association bush dance, East Gosford Progress Hall, 7:30pm-11:30pm

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Librarians to go on motorbike tour

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ibrarians from around the State, including those in the Gosford LGA, will soon be hitting the highways for the 2012 Riding the Riverina Biblio Turismo motorcycle tour.

Departing from Windsor Library on Thursday, November 8, the group will be embarking on a three day motorcycle tour. Now in its seventh year, the Biblio Turismo crew will travel through the NSW Riverina region and will visit Lithgow, Cowra, Grenfell, West Wyalong, Griffith, Temora, Yass and Canberra libraries. One of the highlights of this year’s tour will be a celebratory Italian dinner hosted by the Griffith Library manager and her husband, who have attended nearly all the motorcycle tours to date. Gosford City Council’s Library Services manager Mr Alan Flores, who is also the tour organiser, said that the three day event has continued to grow in popularity since its inception seven years ago.

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“Biblio Turismo is a great opportunity to raise awareness and promote the value of public libraries to so many diverse and unique communities. “We have received an overwhelming response from the 70 public libraries we have visited over the last seven years. “From the smallest library in a quiet country town to the larger libraries in the bigger cities, there is a sense of camaraderie and friendship amongst the libraries throughout the

State. “It is wonderful to share stories and exchange information with other likeminded people so that we can bring new ideas back and implement them in our local libraries,” said Mr Flores. Tour participants pay for their own expenses and volunteer their time to promote the work that librarians do. Media release, 30 Oct 2012 Gosford Council Media

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osford Council has agreed to the lodgement of development and construction certificate applications for the upgrade of floodlighting at Hylton Moore Park, East Gosford.

Council also resolved to waive all council fees associated with the application to a total of $3,697.

The project has been funded under the 2011-12 Civic Infrastructure Strategy and has also attracted a grant from the NSW

Department of Sport and Recreation. Gosford Council agenda CIT.42, 23 Oct 2012

International coach trains Coast bowls coaches voca Beach Bowling Club hosted two Bowls Central Coast (BCC) training seminars on the weekend of October 27 and 28.

The seminars were conducted by international coach Lachlan Tighe who is currently the National Coach of the Canadian team and has coached the UK, NZ, Jersey and the Malaysian Team. He still coaches Malaysian top players

Safuan Said and Siti Zalina Ahmad. A seminar was held for Bowls Central Coast coaches on the Saturday and zone representative players and U18s on the Sunday. “Lachlan’s enthusiasm and refreshing approach to coaching impressed all who attended,” said Bowls Central Coast secretary Mr Doug Rose. “His encouragement of the bowlers, officials and parents to be involved in the training was well received,” he said. Most of the programme

centred around learning how to perform under stress and advanced topics like reading the head and playing into difficult bowls placements. “The players benefited from the training and at the end of the day particular thanks were given to BCC and NSW chairman of coaches David Cameron for organising Lachlan’s visit to the Central Coast to run the seminars,” said Mr Rose. Email, 30 Oct 2012 Doug Rose, Bowls Central Coast

he Versatility Six event was held at Terrigal Women’s Bowling Club on Monday, October 15.

The morning games were made up of two teams of triples and the afternoon games consisted of a game of pairs and a game of fours with the total combined scores being the best of the four games. The winner this year was the Bateau Bay team of Arleen Jackson, Cheryl Butler, Rose Finch, Lyn Vetter, Valerie Brown and Shirley Graham with three wins and a draw plus 42 points. The second place getters was the Avoca Beach team comprising Coral Allenby, Bev Byrne, Robyn Schram, Alice Diamond, Robyn McLean and Deirdre Winshuttle with three wins and a draw plus 36 points Third place went to last year’s winner, Davistown, with the team comprised of Jenny Cooke, Pam Price, Rosemary Cartmill, Carole

Moore, Isabell Carr and Lyn Dullo with three wins plus 34.

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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

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

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, ﬁnancial strategy, beneﬁts and costs, to

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 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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ne of Wyong Council’s Iconic Development Sites will proceed to public exhibition following a determination from the State Government to allow a Planning Proposal for the site.

The move by the State Government opened the door to develop the Key site on the corner of Marine Pde and The Entrance Rd at The Entrance. The Planning Proposal seeks to amend Council’s zoning instrument to permit additional building height on the site. “This is not a Development Application and it doesn’t mean the applicants will start building tomorrow,” said Cr Bob Graham. “I look forward to the Development Application actually coming into Council and the ﬁrst sod being turned, but that timeframe is completely up to the proponent,” said Cr Graham. Council’s manager of place management Mr Paul Bowditch said the move by the State Government was extremely positive for the future of Council’s Iconic Development Sites program. “What this proves is that the State Government has further endorsed Council’s Iconic Sites process, which is a step

forward not just for The Entrance, but for all of our other identified Iconic Development Sites in the Shire,” said Mr Bowditch. “This is a win for our process and a win for The Entrance community. “We look forward to being able to announce further good news in the future in regard to our Iconic Sites across the Shire and the community and developers can have confidence that our process is working and the State Government is being very supportive of our work,” said Mr Bowditch. At the end of 2010, Council identified 28 iconic development sites around the Shire as having the potential to provide an economic stimulus to the Shire and create jobs. One of those was the Key site in The Entrance, and Council set a process in motion that could eventually see a $45 million development built on the site creating around 100 fulltime jobs. The Key site has long been vacant and has

gone through numerous owners over the past three decades. The site has also been the subject of proposals that have never progressed. Council has established a strong relationship with the current land owners and developers to the point where they have submitted a proposal that includes retail and food outlets, 93 apartments, and almost 400 jobs including 120 on completion. In June, Council voted to initiate a planning proposal and forward it onto the State Government, seeking permission to vary Council’s Local Environmental Plan (LEP) in order to relax height restrictions for the development to proceed. The State Government put Council’s request through a Gateway Process, and the proposal was endorsed subject to conditions. “This is the ﬁrst of our Iconic Development Sites to go through this process and reach this stage,” said Mr Bowditch.

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

“We are currently working with the Department of Planning to address the conditions imposed and consult with the nominated government agencies. “Having said that, we expect to have a proposal for the Key site on exhibition later in the year,” said Mr Bowditch. Part of the incentives in terms of the relaxation

of height restrictions for developers means the proponents have also had to factor in significant public benefits in their plans along with the need to provide a building that embraces the concepts of design excellence and green building design. In this case, the public benefit comes to $1.55 million worth of improvements to the

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Surfers compete in NSW Endurance Championships thletes from Terrigal, Avoca and North Avoca Surf Life Saving competed in the 2012 NSW Endurance Championships, held at Swansea Belmont on Sunday, October 28.

For many, the Endurance Championships was the first event of the season and provided athletes from all over NSW with a personal challenge as well as an opportunity to test their fitness in their chosen discipline against the leading competitors in NSW from U15s to O50s. This year the Championships attracted almost 300 participants and was well supported by the masters competitors as well as some of Australia’s leading ironmen and women including Terrigal’s Jack Moyes, Elyssia Gasparotto and Brady Casey. “The tough conditions on the weekend were very challenging forcing a couple of changes to the proposed event courses,” said SLSNSW surf sports manager Dan Pearce. “Despite this, the event was very successful with strong entries from across the State and some close finishes even after the longer distances,” he said. The Gasparotto sisters from Terrigal were stand

outs on the day with Elyssia taking out the U19 2km ocean swim, U19 4km board event and the U19 ironperson while sister Alessandra cleaned up the U17 ocean swim and placed second in the beach run events. Brady Casey dominated the open male ocean swim and came a close second in the Open male beach run and third in the open male ironperson. Riley Fitzsimmons from Avoca placed first in the U17 6km ski event and Kaitlyn Matuschka, also of Avoca, placed first in the female event. Lachlan Tame and Ben Hamilton, both of Avoca, placed first and second respectively in the open male 8km ski event. Colleen Harrison of North Avoca placed second in the 40-49 2km ocean swim and Keelan Bridge of Terrigal placed second in the U19 male event. Avoca’s Lachlan Tame placed first in the open male 8km ski event while Ben Hamilton, also of Avoca,

placed second. Rachelle King of Terrigal placed first in the open female 2km ocean swim while north Avoca’s Nathan Emerson won the 30-39 5km beach run. In the board events, Avoca’s David Broadbent

won the 40-49 4km, while David O’Grady, also from Avoca, won the over 50 event and the over 50 ironman. David Bradstreet from Avoca won the 40-49 ironman and Terrigal’s Karle Nurthen won the U17 ironwoman. Media release, 29 Oct 2012 Alix Vanny, NSW SLS

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Minor Singles final at Avoca Beach he final of the Avoca Beach Women’s Bowling Club Minor Singles was held on Thursday, October 18, between Faye Smith and Judy Ahearn.

The game was played on a difficult green and began quite evenly, but before the 19th end, Judy had commanded an 11 point lead over Faye. Two ends later, Judy again surged ahead, with four winning bowls on two

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ends in a row. The final score was Judy 31, Faye 16.

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errigal resident Kyle James has been selected into the NSW Country U17 side after the Country Carnival held on the weekend of October 26 to 28.

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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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aniel McBreen’s classy 70th minute strike ensured the Central Coast Mariners won their ﬁrst home game of the season 1-0 over Perth Glory at Bluetongue Stadium on Sunday, October 14.

Having come on just seven minutes earlier for hardworking young marksman Mitchell Duke, McBreen ﬁred past former Mariners’ custodian Danny Vukovic to earn the home team a narrow, but ultimately deserved victory. In front of 9,192 fans, the Mariners looked resplendent in all pink kits as they ran out in perfect conditions for football at Gosford’s idyllic bayside arena. Their one-off look was to help promote Pink Ribbon Day to be held on Monday, October 22, and seemed to win the support of the home faithful with hundreds of aﬁcionados arriving at the ground decked out in their own unique pink attire. The opening half of the game was a tussle, with neither side able to craft many clear cut opportunities to open the scoring. Veteran defender Patrick Zwaanswijk had a good chance to open his account for the season and put the Mariners ahead, however, his low drive from a free kick in the 23rd minute was well saved by Vukovic. In the 32nd minute, it

was Glory who were on the attack via another former Mariners favourite Dean Heffernan. Sharp goalkeeping from Mathew Ryan, however, thwarted the Perth raid. Just before the half-time break, impressive defender Trent Sainsbury headed over the cross bar from a Mile Sterjovski free kick. The second stanza was a more entertaining affair, with the pace quickening and both teams looking more likely to break the deadlock. Sterjovski was proving an influential figure against his former Club as he combined down the right side with Duke on numerous occasions. But in the 68th minute, all nearly went awry for the home team. A lapse in concentration by captain John Hutchinson let in the Glory who powered forward, however, Sainsbury’s timely intervention halted the Glory counter attack and spared Hutchinson’s blushes in his 150th Hyundai A-League appearance. Having stopped a goal down one end, Sainsbury proved influential in McBreen’s winner just two minutes later. The Western Australian born youngster fired a pinpoint pass to the former Falkirk and York City man, who controlled with his left foot before firing home with his right. McBreen lapped up his fine finish, celebrating in style as he pumped his

Bernie Ibini watches as Perth’s Jacob Burns misses the ball See the back page for more images of the Central Coast Mariners clash with Perth Glory Photos: ValsPix

chest and ran to rejoice with the fans in Bluetongue’s western grandstand. Despite a few late half chances, McBreen’s goal proved to be all the home team needed to ensure they claimed their ﬁrst win of the 2012-13 Hyundai A-League campaign. Post-match, Mariners’ boss Graham Arnold said he was pleased that his team showed improvement from their round one draw against A-League new boys Western Sydney Wanderers. “Last week was probably a ﬁve and today was about a

six [out of 10],” Arnold said. “We can do much better and we have to do much better. “The standard of the A-League is going up and we need to go up with it. “I don’t want us to be in form in October, we weren’t last year. “We build into the season and it’s important that we’re ﬁt and we grind out results and we’re strong defensively.” Arnold also shared his delight with the performance of 20 year old defender Sainsbury.

“A lot of people were worried and concerned when we lost Alex Wilkinson but I have a lot of faith in Australian youngsters and Trent Sainsbury who has been with us for two years has had to sit back and be patient. “He has learnt the ropes off ‘Wilko’ (Wilkinson) and Patrick (Zwaanswijk) and I thought today he was superb,” he said. Arnold said he believed the Mariners would have to lift again against northern foes Newcastle Jets on Saturday, October 20, when

the two teams meet in an F3 Derby at Hunter Stadium. “We will have to go up another couple of levels because I thought Newcastle were very good against Sydney in a wonderful spectacle. “It’s still a work in progress and we will only get better,” said Arnold. Central Coast Mariners: 1. Mathew Ryan (Gk), 3. Joshua Rose, 4. Pedj Bojic, 6. Patrick Zwaanswijk, 7. John Hutchinson (c), 9. Bernie Ibini, 10. Tomas Rogic (5. Zachary Anderson 90+3’), 16. Trent Sainsbury, 18. Nick Montgomery, 19. Mitchell Duke (2. Daniel McBreen 63’), 21. Mile Sterjovski (8. Adriano Pellegrino 78’) Substitutes not used: 20. Justin Pasﬁeld (Gk) Yellow Cards: Zwaanswijk 35’, Bojic 60’ Red Cards: Nil Perth Glory: 1. Danny Vukovic (Gk), 3. Seb van den Brink, 4. Billy Mehmet, 7. Jacob Burns (c), 8. Dean Heffernan (12. Ryo Nagai 76’), 10. Liam Miller, 13. Travis Dodd, 14. Steven McGarry (6. Nick Ward 79’), 19. Joshua Risdon, 21. Scott Jamieson, 23. Michael Thwaite Substitutes not used: 5. Steve Pantaledis, 39. Devon Spence (Gk) Yellow Cards: Thwaite 12’, Burns 23’, Mehmet 81’, Miller 90’ Red Cards: Nil Attendance: 9,192 Bluetongue Central Coast Stadium Referee: Jarred Gillett

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Barbarians win $20,000 in Sevens

by Craig Morgan

e s t f i e l d Barbarians are the new champions of the Fitness First Central Coast Sevens after a comprehensive 41-17 victory over Sunnybank on Saturday, October 27.

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Kyle, a wicket-keeperbatsman, impressed selectors with some good batting performances, including scores of 86 and 57. Country will play City in the final selection trial for the NSW U17 team at Bradman Oval Bowral on the November 4 and 5. Email, 29 Oct 2012 Aidan Cuddington, Central Coast Cricket Association

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Gosford celebrates Halloween Photos: ValsPix

he Trick or Treat and Midday Monster Mash event was held in Kibble Park, Gosford, on Saturday, October 27.

“The event was a huge success, seeing approximately 2,000 children and adults come into Gosford, dressed up in their scariest costumes,” said Gosford Business Improvement District manager Mr Paul Brasch. “We were overwhelmed by the lengths people went to in dressing up, particularly the adults. “This event is very unique to the Central Coast and was the brainchild of the Gosford Business Improvement District Promotions Committee. “It is a much anticipated event at this time of year and just keeps growing,” Mr Brasch said. The children met in Kibble Park at 11am and received a map according to their age group to do Trick or Treating around the shops in the Gosford City Centre and Imperial Shopping Centre. Afterwards, the Gremlins and Ghoulies came back to Kibble Park for the Midday

Monster Mash disco. “GBID has since received a flood of so many positive comments on the event, but also on Gosford looking so busy,” said Mr Brasch. “The retailers really get involved in the day and it helps to gain good exposure for their services. “The event is now in its third year and keeps getting better. “We place a very high importance on safety and organising the event so that it all runs smoothly. “We wish to thank the GBID Promotions Committee and our media partners, the Distributors for supplying almost 14,000 lollies and The Imperial Shopping Centre. “We look forward to planning a great event on the last Saturday of the month in October 2013,” he said. Media release, 1 Nov 2012 Paul Brasch, GBID

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Seven goal scoreline sets Mariners up as major A-League contender again

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well-oiled, merciless Central Coast Mariners outfit destroyed an undermanned Sydney FC side 7-2 at Bluetongue Stadium on Saturday, November 3.

The scoreline sent a serious statement to the entire competition with Daniel McBreen earning himself a piece of Club history with the Mariners’ first ever Hyundai A-League hattrick, midfielder Tomas Rogic netting a brace, Michael McGlinchey thundering home a left footed shot, and Sebastian Ryall inadvertently finding the back of his own net. Sydney’s strikes in the nine goal thriller came via Yairo Yau and Ali Abbas in the ninth and 55th minutes respectively, however the Sky Blues were largely outclassed by a Mariners team urged on by a vociferous, impressive crowd of 15,686. Undeterred by Sydney opting against playing their injured marquee man Alessandro Del Piero, Central Coast fans turned out in great numbers and were rewarded with a classy display of attacking football. Graham Arnold’s team didn’t get off to an ideal start as a crucial error in the back line resulted in a mouthwatering chance for Yau. The frontman took full control of his opportunity, cleanly chipping into the net to give Ian Crook’s team the lead. However the fans at Bluetongue didn’t have to wait long for the Mariners to kick off their seven-goal extravaganza. Rogic pounced after a rebounded Mile Sterjovski strike in the 16th minute to put the yellow and navy on level terms. The Mariners took the lead in the 30th minute courtesy of a Ryall own goal. A low, long-range Rogic

strike troubled Necevski who popped the ball out to McBreen. The goal-getter worked hard to get a touch on the ball and then in attempting to clear and under extreme pressure from McBreen, Ryall bundled the ball into his own net. In the 39th minute the Mariners continued their attacking domination and made the score 3-1 with a penalty converted by McBreen. Former Mariner Trent McClenahan bundled over McGlinchey in the box before McBreen clinically sent his side 3-1 up. Sydney FC started the second half with confidence and intent. Having changed their shape in an attempt to find a way back into the game, Abbas gave the Sky Blues

hope with his 55th minute goal. The former Newcastle Jet did well to lob Ryan following Yau’s neat chipped pass. Sydney’s joy was short lived though as the Mariners struck back immediately through the consistent McGlinchey. Showing his class, the New Zealander dribbled past two would-be defenders on the right before driving the ball into the Sydney FC goal to send Central Coast 4-2 up. McGlinchey’s ripper was the beginning of a 10 minute goal frenzy. In the 62nd minute Rogic found himself in front of an open goal after some fancy footwork, and made no mistake in slotting the ball home in front of a rapt Yellow Army. Eager to punish their

rivals, McBreen added to his, and the Mariners’ tally, in the 65th and 67th minutes. McBreen’s second goal was a simple finish after the ball came off the upright following a well-worked Sterjovski shot, while his third was a brilliant header after Rose sped down the left before crossing accurately into the box. McBreen’s hat-trick propelled him up the Hyundai A-League goalscoring chart on a historic night on the banks of the Brisbane Water. The hard-working, tough marksman ensured he took home the match ball post match. The triumph delighted Central Coast boss Graham Arnold. The former Qantas Socceroos mentor said he saw a strong performance coming at training on Thursday. “I felt that performance was coming on Thursday. “The way they trained Thursday was nearly the

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best I have seen since I have been at the Club and you could see the focus was there,” he said. “It’s a new system and still a work in progress. “I think that we can better in transition to attack. “We worked hard on that this week. “The way I tried to build our new system is always about our defensive structure and our defensive structure is always about transition to attack.” Arnold said he was also ecstatic for hat-trick hero McBreen. “It’s fantastic for Macca,” Arnold said. “We have changed his training loads and how we work with him because he is such a hard worker. “Even at training he gives 110% and he has been guilty himself of working that hard at training that when Saturday comes he is a little bit down. “We have lightened up the training loads enormously to

keep his feet fresh and his mind fresh. “I think you can see he is getting the rewards from it.” Central Coast Mariners play their next Hyundai A-League fixture away to Wellington Phoenix on Sunday, November 11, in New Zealand, before venturing to Melbourne to face Ange Postecoglou’s Victory in round seven. The team’s next home game is at Bluetongue Stadium on Sunday, November 25, against Brisbane Roar. Central Coast Mariners 7 (Rogic 16’, 62’, McBreen 39’ (pen), 65’, 67’, Ryall (OG) 30’, McGlinchey 56’) Sydney FC 2 (Yau 8’, Abbas 55’) Bluetongue Stadium, Gosford Central Coast Mariners: 1. Mathew Ryan (Gk), 2. Daniel McBreen, 3. Joshua Rose, 4. Pedj Bojic, 6. Patrick Zwaanswijk, 7. John Hutchinson (c), 14. Michael McGlinchey (12. Troy Hearfield 82’), 16. Trent Sainsbury (5. Zachary Anderson 85’), 17. Nick Montgomery, 21. Mile Sterjovski (9. Bernie Ibini 66’) Subs not used: 20. Justin Pasfield (Gk) Yellow cards: Sainsbury Red cards: Nil Sydney FC: 1. Ivan Necevski (Gk), 2. Sebastian Ryall, 7. Brett Emerton (c), 9. Paul Reid (24. Hagi Gligor 71’), 14. Mitchell Mallia, 18. Trent McClenahan, 19. Kruno Lovrek (12. Blake Powell 46’), 21. Yairo Yau, 22. Ali Abbas, 23. Rhyan Grant, 25. Daniel Petkovski (15. Terry McFlynn 46’) Subs not used: 20. Vedran Janjetovic (Gk) Yellow cards: McClenahan, Yau, Ryall Red cards: Nil Referee: Strebre Delovski Attendance: 15,686