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Local members speak against Landing petition representative group of 17 people from the Gosford Waterfront Action Group (GWAG) attended Parliament House on Thursday, November 22, for the debate on the 10,700 signature Save Gosford Waterfront petition in the Legislative Assembly.

Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein presented the petition and made the opening address to the discussion. “I acknowledge that we have one of the most beautiful waterfronts in NSW and I would not want to see that ruined, nor do my colleagues in the State Government or on the Gosford City Council,” said Mr Holstein. “The Gosford Challenge is all about connecting the city and the people with the waterfront so that it can be enjoyed for what it is. “The development of Gosford will happen because it has to happen. “There is no choice in the matter for Gosford Council or for the State Government. “The overwhelming majority of the Gosford population will not accept a do-nothing approach, but it is about doing the right thing. “Although we are experiencing some growing pains I am confident that we have learned from our earlier mistakes. “With a spirit of compromise on all sides in the debate we can move our city forward to become a place where people will want to live and where business will thrive as part of a living city,” said Mr Holstein. Member for The Entrance

Mr Chris Spence and Member for Wyong Mr Darren Webber also spoke against the petition. “Their statements clearly indicated they did not realise the real purpose of the petition in that the petitioners wished to see the Gosford Waterfront remain as public land and in the public domain with no limitations placed on public access,” said GWAG representative Mr Col Hodgson. Members speaking in support of the petition were Member for Canterbury Ms Linda Burney, Member for Cessnock Mr Clayton Barr and Member for Balmain Mr Jamie Parker. “These three speakers were all thoroughly prepared showing they were aware the major concern of GWAG has been the loss of public waterfront land to developers,” said Mr Hodgson. “They clearly acknowledged the loss of public access would be very difficult, if not impossible, to reverse.” Mr Parker commented, “One thing is clear, we know that alienation of public land, waterfront land in particular, is always done in the interests of developers, but once that land is lost to the public, it is lost forever”. “Redress at a later stage by demolishing buildings

Members of the Gosford Waterfront Action Group on the steps of Parliament House

and reopening spaces is next to impossible.” Minister for Planning and Infrastructure Mr Brad Hazzard was the final member to speak. In his speech, he expressed his concern that the buildings in stages two and three would alienate the foreshore.

A result he said neither he nor the community would find comforting. “I promise the people in the gallery that I am absolutely keen to ensure that the Central Coast Development Corporation does not get it wrong, liaises big time with residents in the community, and finds a

way to enliven Gosford, but not to the point of detracting from opportunities to access public space on the water’s edge,” said Mr Hazzard. “A balance must be struck. “I acknowledge the effort made by people in the gallery in travelling to Sydney from Gosford.

“I hope you take the remarks I have made in good faith and accept my assurance that the Government will keep working with you.” Media Release, 29 Nov 2012 Col Hodgson, GWAG

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Ambulance, Police, Fire 000 Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Organisations

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Welfare Services 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

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

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The aim of the program was to promote safety to people who visited beaches. Statistics showed that people who live 50km or more away from the Coast account for half of all drownings and that 80 per cent of problems are caused by rips, according to Ocean Beach club publicity ofﬁcer Ms Louise Lambeth. Beach to Bush teaches primary school children in an interactive and fun way how to recognise

dangers at the beach and how to stay safe. The Central Coast teams, which included Ocean Beach Surf Life Saving Club members Richard and Mary Grimmond, Peter and Louise Lambeth and their 12-yearold daughter Isobel and Toni and Anthony Jones, went as far away as Grifﬁth, ACT and the Blue Mountains where they gave 13 presentations in the week. The children learnt about sun safety, safe places to swim, to swim with a friend, how to signal for help, what makes waves, rips, rescue methods, the creatures of the sea and how to treat injuries and where to go to seek help. Online submission, 17 Nov 2012 Louise Lambeth, Ocean Beach Surf Life Saving Club

A council environmental health ofﬁcer attended the site to investigate and issued a direction to the owner to ensure all damaged and exposed asbestos was covered or sealed and to have a licensed asbestos contractor remove all loose, damaged and exposed asbestos. The tenant’s mother, Ms Genevieve Rose, told Peninsula News that her brother, a builder, had found asbestos scattered around the house during the renovations. She said: “There were no safety precautions taken, no safety wear or ventilation mask, no safety gloves and no warning to anyone who entered the property.” She said that she called the real estate agent to warn them. The council’s environmental health co-ordinator Mr Shannon McKiernan said: “If the owner doesn’t comply with the notice of intent, an order will be served

requiring them to do the work. “If they still don’t comply, Council will undertake the works at the owner’s expense.” He said the council also had the option to proceed with court action. The notice gave the owner seven days to secure the site and to engage an appropriately licensed contractor. It allowed additional time for the contractor to complete the work. Mr McKiernan said a person could only do their own renovating work where the area of asbestos was under 10 square metres. As a result of the incident, the council has announced it will partner with the Asbestos Diseases Research Institute as part of a week-long national campaign to highlight the dangers of asbestos related diseases caused by inhaling asbestos ﬁbres while renovating or maintaining homes. “Don’t play Renovation Roulette” is the message that Gosford Council, the Asbestos Diseases Research Institute and the Asbestos Education Committee is sending to residents and ratepayers during national Asbestos Awareness Week which runs from November 26 to 30.

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he Central Coast Sports F e d e r a t i o n Awards were held at Mingara on Saturday, November 17, and celebrated the achievements of the Central Coast sporting community.

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“Before commencing any home maintenance or renovation work, homeowners and renovators, particularly young couples and first home buyers excited about renovating their homes, need to learn about where they might find asbestos in the home and how best to manage it so they can protect themselves and their families from asbestos fibres. “We want them to start thinking smart and safe by visiting asbestosawareness.com.au for information on managing asbestos in and around the home because it’s not worth the risk,” Mr Dunphy said. During Asbestos Awareness Week, Australians are also invited to hold a Blue Lamington Drive to help raise awareness of the dangers of asbestos when renovating and vital funds to support the Asbestos Diseases Research Foundation and the Asbestos Diseases Foundation of Australia. Media Release, 19 Nov 2012 Lawrie McKinna, Gosford Council Media Statement, 15 Nov 2012 Shannon McKiernan, Gosford Council

Steve Allen hosted the evening, with the Outstanding Service of Sport to the Central Coast being awarded to Brian Gee, Shannon Woodley, Lynn Smith and Ross Bryant. Sportsperson of the Year went to Tom Slingsby for Sailing with Matt Ryan as runner up forfootball. Central Coast Sports

Event of the Year went to the Bay to Bay Fun Run and Half Marathon while Central Coast Team of the Year went to Mingara Athletics U20 800m. Club-Association of the Year was awarded to Terrigal Surf Life Saving Club and Leisl Tesch won the Sportsperson of the Year with a Disability award for sailing. Indigenous Sportsperson of the Year went to Jarrad Hayes for golf, Masters Sportsperson of the Yea went to Paul Lemmon for surf lifesaving and swimming and Volunteer of the Year went to Jeff Vilensk y for his contribution to Cricket. David Unger won Ofﬁcial

Neeson’s award was determined based on accumulated competition points achieved at events

over the last 12 months. The Kido Mingara Judo Academy was also presented with the Judo Federation NSW Inspired Club of the Year award. “The Kido coaching team seems to be able to inspire and bring out the best in the local youngsters,” said head coach Pete Acciari. “The strong developing

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of the Year for Surf Life Saving and Graham Arnold won Coach of the Year for football. Junior Sportsperson of the Year went to Jake O’Brien for Oztag, surf lifesaving and rugby league and runner up was Jack Cogger for rugby league, touch and Oztag. The Junior Encouragement Award went to Connor Watson for Oztag, rugby league and union, Amber Tauroa for Gymnastics and Matthew Graham for freestyle mogul skiing.

See pages 7 to 10 for a special feature on all the winners.

talent pool of contest players including Melinda Brown, Neeson and Kassiea Naidoo, Caroline Hain, Liam and Angelina Yokoyama, Daniel Villani and Vadim Butov achieved remarkable results during the year placing well and building up an impressive tally including two gold, two silver and three bronze at the ACT

representative group of 17 people from the Gosford Waterfront Action Group (GWAG) attended Parliament House on Thursday, November 22, for the debate on the 10,700 signature Save Gosford Waterfront petition in the Legislative Assembly. Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein presented the petition and made the opening address to the discussion. “I acknowledge that we have one of the most beautiful waterfronts in NSW and I would not want to see that ruined, nor do my colleagues in the State Government or on the Gosford City Council,” said Mr Holstein. “The Gosford Challenge is all about connecting the city and the people with the waterfront so that it can be enjoyed for what it is. “The development of Gosford will happen because it has to happen. “There is no choice in the matter for Gosford Council or for the State Government. “The overwhelming majority of the Gosford population will not accept a do-nothing approach, but it is about doing the right thing. “Although we are experiencing some growing pains I am confident that we have learned from our earlier mistakes. “With a spirit of compromise on all sides in the debate we can move our city forward to become a place where people will want to live and where business will thrive as part of a living city,” said Mr Holstein. Member for The Entrance

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Naidoo wins NSW Senior Boy of the Year ido Mingara Judo Academy athlete Neeson Naidoo won the Judo NSW Senior Boy of the Year award at the NSW Judo State Awards recently.

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“With the number of people diagnosed with mesothelioma as a direct result of exposure to asbestos during home renovations continuing to rise, it’s vital that residents take the warnings seriously to protect themselves and their families,” mayor Cr McKinna said. The national campaign, supported by the Asbestos Education Committee, aims to change the way Australian’s think about how they manage asbestos in and around the home. Asbestos Education Committee chair Mr Peter Dunphy said whether a home is constructed of brick, fibro and weatherboard or has exterior cladding, asbestos can be found almost everywhere in and around homes built or renovated before the mid 80s. “Most people can’t tell whether building materials contain asbestos just by looking at them. “Asbestos can be under floor coverings such as carpets, linoleum and vinyl tiles, behind wall and floor tiles, in cement floors, internal and external walls, ceilings, eaves, garages, around hot water pipes, fences, extensions to homes, outdoor toilets and backyard sheds, it could be anywhere.

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Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna said Australia has one of the highest rates of asbestosrelated diseases in the world. This was because Australia has been ranked among the top consumers of asbestos cement products per capita. “With almost every home built or renovated before the mid 1980s likely to contain asbestos in one form or another; the third wave of people affected by mesothelioma, one of the asbestos-related diseases, has recently become evident and will continue to rise unless we all start taking seriously the dangers of asbestos when renovating or maintaining our homes,” said mayor Cr McKinna. In the past, those affected by asbestos related diseases were exposed to raw fibres in the mining and manufacturing process (first wave), followed by workers who used asbestos products in the workplace (second wave). The third wave of asbestosrelated diseases predominantly affect people exposed to fibres during home renovations and maintenance specifically handymen and DIYers as well as family members present at the time.

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“I hope you take the remarks I have made in good faith and accept my assurance that the Government will keep working with you.” Media Release, 29 Nov 2012 Col Hodgson, GWAG

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Council in negotiations with developer over proposed $500M Chinese Theme Park yong Council received an updated report on the status of the proposed site for a Chinese Cultural Theme Park on Warren Rd, Warnervale, at its ordinary meeting of Wednesday, November 19.

Chinese Theme Park representative Ms Amanda Lee addressed the meeting and explained how the venue would provide jobs for residents of Wyong Shire and would be a boost for the local economy. Ms Lee said while the majority of the revenue for the theme park would come from private proprietors, the Chinese Government was supportive of their plan to construct in Warnervale. It was resolved at the meeting that the mayor and general manager urgently negotiate with Australia Theme Park Pty Ltd with the objective of achieving an agreement for sale of the proposed site where Council’s risks and liabilities would be minimised and where a satisfactory sale price was offered by the purchaser. Council has received a number of visits and documents from Chinese delegates during the past two years, with many inﬂuential businessmen and Government ofﬁcials indicating support for the project. All support is dependent upon the issue of land tenure and zoning issues

being resolved between Council and Australia Theme Park Pty. The site, at Lot 3 Warren Rd, Warnervale, has a total area of 179.277 Ha. The site includes Warnervale Airport and a portion of Porters Creek wetland. The village would be a working village with accommodation, shops, restaurants, galleries and tourist accommodation. The proposal is expected to cost in the vicinity of $500 million making it one of the largest private sector developments in Wyong Shire and the Central Coast. In March last year Council considered a Mayoral Minute in relation to the proposal from Australia China Cultural Foundation Incorporated (ACCFI) to develop a Chinese Theme Park on Council owned land at Warnervale. Council resolved among others matters to enter into a co-operation agreement to continue to progress the project. This agreement was formally entered into on Monday, August 15, 2011 with mayor Cr Doug Eaton and the President of ACCFI, Mr Bruce Zhong signing the

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agreement. The terms of the agreement identified that Council grant ACCFI a non-exclusive licence to enter the land for the sole purpose of carrying out investigatory works to support the development of the project. The period of the agreement was from Friday, July 1, 2011, to Thursday, June 30, 2012, with the agreement having now lapsed. During the period of the agreement ACCFI engaged consultants Cardno to undertake a desktop review of environment, engineering and planning constraints with regard to the proposed development. The review identified that the current zoning of the property as Industrial would not permit all of their proposed uses, however, this matter could be addressed by making a submission to rezone the land to permit the proposed land use through the exhibition period of LEP 2012. The cost of this review undertaken by Cardno is reported to be in the vicinity of $250,000. At a councillor briefing session held in June of this year, an update of the current situation was presented

with particular emphasis being placed on the ﬁnancial models available to this project. In August this year, an offer to purchase the site from Council was received from Mr Zhong, however, this offer was considered unacceptable to Council with a response being forwarded detailing Council's position in the matter. In October, Council

received a conditional offer to purchase the site for $10 million from the Australia Theme Park Pty Ltd. The conditions imposed inappropriate risk and obligations on Council and as such the offer was rejected and the Australia Theme Park Pty Ltd was advised accordingly. Council staff are currently preparing a land economics report

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entral Coast Greens representative Ms Kate da Costa said a “special problem” had been created for Central Coast residents as a result of the O’Farrell Government’s Planning Law Amendment Bill, which recently passed the Upper House of the NSW parliament. “David Shoebridge, NSW Greens Planning spokesperson did a great job, together with representatives of the Sydney City Council and the Better Planning Network, in negotiating away some of the most damaging provisions which the O’Farrell Government was trying to bring into law with this Bill,” said Ms da Costa, “Here in Gosford LGA our Council is not even prepared to use the powers they have to properly control developments. “So what is going to happen when the pressure on them from developers increases, as it now will? “For instance, the McDonalds for Umina breached the local DCP on character, setback,

car parking situation and facade, and the mega church in McDonalds Rd, Lisarow, breached local DCPs on character, size and scale, but in neither case did councillors choose to enforce these provisions. “If this can occur now, why did the Premier feel that developers need even more assistance by removing even the slender protection a DCP offers?” Ms da Costa also pointed out that the Greens councillor in Gosford Council, Hillary Morris, was the only councillor who argued and voted against both of these developments. “But, as David Shoebridge himself says, the amended law still contains many changes

which are a big setback to ordinary residents who are concerned to protect their neighbourhoods from excessive and inappropriate development. “In particular it weakens the ability of councils to require developers to do anything more than the absolute minimum standards for floor space ratios, height controls, setbacks, and sunlight for neighbours. “And it greatly increases the danger of our Heritage Conservation Areas being damaged through overdevelopment,” said Ms da Costa. Media Release, 19 Nov 2012 Kate da Costa, Central Coast Greens

Assistant Treasurer and Minister Assisting for Deregulation Mr David Bradbury speaking at the Erina Chamber of Commerce luncheon

he Minister for Climate Change and Energy Efficiency and Minister for Industry and Innovation Mr Greg Combet spoke at the Sustainable Economic Growth for Regional Australia (SEGRA) Conference in Terrigal on Wednesday, November 21.

Assistant Treasurer and Minister Assisting for Deregulation Mr David Bradbury also visited the Central Coast and addressed the Erina Chamber of Commerce luncheon. Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill said having two Ministers on the Coast who are focused on economic development,

boosting business investment and cutting redtape was a real opportunity for the region. “Today is about shining a spotlight on the Coast, and having genuine discussions about the opportunities for greater business investment and job creation,” said Ms O’Neill. “To have two Ministers here meeting with local

business leaders and listening to what we believe is important for economic development shows the importance of our local economy and that the Government is listening to our region,” said Ms O’Neill. Media Release, 20 Nov 2012 Peter McCabe, Office of Deborah O’Neill MP

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HAZMAT clean up in Kincumber man has been charged after a HAZMAT incident in Kincumber on Monday, November 26, which caused one person to be hospitalised.

Just after 3pm, the man entered a pool shop on Avoca Dr, Kincumber, and allegedly became hostile towards staff. It was further alleged that the man then punctured a number of chemical containers that were on the back of a utility parked nearby, causing toxic fumes to envelop the immediate area. Police from Brisbane Water Local Area

Command as well as Fire and Rescue NSW officers attended and commenced decontamination, with Avoca Dr being closed. Two persons were injured by the fumes, with one transported to hospital for minor burns to the throat after inhaling fumes. At 9:45am on Tuesday, November 26, a 33 year old Saratoga man attended

Gosford Police Station where he was arrested. He was subsequently charged with three counts of stalking - intimidation, and one count of damage property by fire - explosive. He was granted conditional bail to appear at Gosford Local Court on January 22.

olice are appealing for information from the public regarding a man who received a serious head injury while in the vicinity of a hotel in Wyoming last month.

man to Gosford Hospital Emergency Department. The following morning, the man was airlifted to Royal North Shore Hospital in a critical condition. The man sustained serious head injuries and several broken ribs. The man is still suffering from these injuries and receiving medical treatment

olice are appealing for information from the public after a shot was fired into the front door of a resort in Avoca on Tuesday, November 27.

Brisbane Waters crime manager Inspector Glenn Trayhurn said the incident occurred about 3am on Avoca Dr. “The manager of the resort was woken by the sound of two loud bangs. “He looked out his window, saw some headlights, and went back to sleep.

and rehabilitation. Police are now appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or have any information about it to come forward. Anyone with information is urged to contact Central Hunter Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Media release, 26 Nov 2012 NSW Police Media

“At 7am, staff arrived at the resort and saw the front door had been smashed. “Staff began clearing the glass until they saw a gun casing. “They then called police,” he said. Police attended and a crime scene was established. “The owner is at a loss as

to why someone would do this. “Anyone who can assist with our investigations is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000,” Insp Trayhurn said. Media Release, 28 Nov 2012 NSW Police Media

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Man receives head injury in Wyoming About 10pm on Saturday, October 6, a 49 year old Wyoming man was waiting for a taxi in a car park outside The Grange Hotel. A short time later, a young male located the 49 year old man injured in the car park driveway of the hotel and informed the hotel manager. Paramedics attended the scene and conveyed the

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hree men have been charged over multiple break-ins across Sydney, the Central Coast, Newcastle and Lake Macquarie.

About 11:30am on Monday, November 19, officers were called to an address in Bloodtree Rd, Mangrove, regarding a suspicious vehicle. Further inspection of the vehicle revealed two occupants, allegedly in possession of two-way radios. Officers searched the vehicle and located a large amount of allegedly stolen property including two

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firearms, numerous electrical items, drugs, credit cards and cash. The two men aged 24 and 32 were arrested and taken to Gosford Police Station for questioning. As investigations continued, it was alleged that while the two men sat in their vehicle outside an address in Bloodtree Rd, a third man was inside a premises committing a break and enter. Officers arrested the man,

aged 27, about 4:30pm the same day at an address in Kulnura. It was alleged that, upon his arrest, he was in possession of knives and gold jewellery suspected to be stolen. All three men were charged with a total of 23 offences including possess housebreaking implements, entering enclosed lands, goods in custody and drug possession. Media release, 26 Nov 2012 NSW Police Media

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School Environmental Program Awards Ceremony tudents from 22 primary schools across the Gosford Local Government Area (LGA) took part in the 2012 School Environmental Program Awards Ceremony at Laycock St Community Theatre on Tuesday, November 20.

The event marked the culmination of this year’s School Environmental Program, From the Rivers to the Sea, Healthy and Clean Thanks to Me, which focused on the health of the catchments and waterways within the Gosford region. Gosford Council’s environmental education officer Ms Anni Griffiths said everyone who attended was thoroughly entertained and learnt some powerful messages about how to help protect the Central Coast’s waterways. “Students participating in the School Environmental Program learnt throughout the year about the waterways and catchments in the Gosford Local Government Area. “Through exploring

these waterway systems students have surveyed healthy and unhealthy waterways, gained an understanding of what poses a risk to our waterways, learnt about the repercussions of unhealthy waterways and identified what we can do to reduce the negative impact we have on waterways. “Their extensive knowledge and understanding of the impact we can have on our waterways was shown through their performances,” Ms Griffiths said. Winners from this year’s ceremony were Wamberal Public School for the Large Environmental School of the Year, The Coast Christian School for the Medium Environmental

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School of the Year and Central Mangrove Public School for the Small Environmental School of the Year.

The Mayoral Award for Best Production in Performing Arts went to Spencer Public School, while the Most Projects

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Concertante Ensemble with special guests at Greenway Chapel he Central Coast Conservatorium will hold the Concertante Ensemble with special guests Ben and Harry Ward on Sunday December 9, at the Greenway Chapel and memorial Gardens in Green Point from 2:30pm.

The performance will include Corelli: Christmas Concerto, Op. 6 No. 8, Chris Sainsbury: The Wellbeing Concertino for Clarinet and Strings (dedicated to and played by Greg Turner), Bottesini: Grand Duo Concertant for solo violin, double bass and strings (Soloists Harry and Ben Ward), Haydn: The Emperor String Quartet in C Major, Op 75 No. 3 (arranged for String Orchestra), and Beethoven: String Quintet Op. 4 (arranged for String Orchestra). Of The Wellbeing Concertino for Clarinet and Strings, Sainsbury said “this work is the deliberate creation of a communityminded work that is ‘cut from the cloth’ of regional tonal music making in Australia, yet without necessarily being what some call ‘light music’. “The work is in three contrasting movements with titles that reflect aspects that I consider essential to wellbeing. “These are 1) A call (like a vocation or a purpose), 2) An enchantment (as in love, or life’s magic and mystery), and 3) Jubilation,” said Sainsbury. Sainsbury, who was born in Gosford, fosters a sense of regionalism within his music through the referencing of local iconic images in his works. Locally, he has composed for the Central Coast

Concertante Ensemble and the Central Coast Symphony Orchestra. On a national scale, he has composed for the Australian Chamber Orchestra, the Queensland Philharmonic Orchestra, and one of the world’s leading guitar events, the Darwin International Guitar Festival where guitar virtuoso Josè Maria Gallardo del Rey performed his Concerto for Guitar (The Luthier). On an international level, Sainsbury has composed for the Australian tour of the Wilhelm String Quartet (London), for the New England Philharmonic Orchestra (Boston, Ma.), and leading European avant-garde groups Levande Musik (Sweden) and Duo Bosgraaf-Elias (Holland). Ben Ward, 24, was born in Canberra but moved to the Central Coast where he commenced his musical studies at the Central Coast Conservatorium aged four. At age eight, he moved to Sydney and began playing the violin and piano, but followed his passion for double bass at the age of 14. Ben spent his final school years at the Conservatorium of Music High School and performed in the SBS Youth Orchestra, Sydney Youth Orchestra, Australian Youth Orchestras and took part in the Australian String Academy.

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He completed his Bachelor of Music (Performance) at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music this year, working with Alex Henery where he has been the recipient of the Corinna D’Hage Mayer String Scholarship and won the Sydney Conservatorium Concerto Competition in 2011. Ben was invited to perform at the Pacific Music Festival in Japan in 2009, and in that same year, at the age of 21, was appointed to a permanent position with Sydney Symphony Orchestra and has toured Europe and China. Ben has been fortunate enough to receive the Churchill Scholarship in 2012 and will travel to Europe and the United States next year for a couple of months to further his

Double Bass studies before returning to his position in the Sydney Symphony. Sixteen year old Harry Ward said he has always been extremely passionate about violin and commenced serious violin studies in 2006 with Professor Peter Zhang. He is now under the tutelage of Professor Alice Waten, Head of Strings Sydney Conservatorium of Music. Harry has performed as soloist with several orchestras in Australia, China, Mexico, Singapore and Europe. He has played in the Opera House, Hills Centre, Vebrugghen Hall, Recital Halls, Entertainment Centre and Angel Place Recital hall. One highlight for Harry was performing with the esteemed, Gerard Willems

and in 2011 and 2012 he received a full scholarship for Meadowmount Summer School in New York. He was a Featured Artist in the 2010, 2011 and 2012 School Spectacular, performs in Encore, and is part of the Talent Development Program, Concert Master of the Arts unit Orchestra and The Australian String Academy. Harry continues on a scholarship with Rising Stars, and a second scholarship through the Youth Foundation Sports and Tourism. He is schooled through Sydney Distance Education High School. This year Harry travelled to New York to study, and played the Barber Violin Concerto, lead the Debussy String Quartet and performed the Mendelssohn

Octet in an ensemble led by Joseph Silverstein. He returned to perform with the Australian Winner of the International Piano Competition, and with Concertante Ensemble at the Crossroads Festival, as well as various other engagements. Harry has worked with the concert master of the New York Metropolitan Orchestra, Toronto Symphony orchestras as well as Berent Korfker, Choliang Lin at Rice University, Joseph Silverstein from Curtis, James Ehnes and Walter Schwede. Harry also recently won the National Youth Concerto Competition 2012. Media Release, 26 Nov 2012 Lisa Kelly, Central Coast Conservatorium

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Move Shake Dance at Erina Fair Coast Councils meet to discuss joint business he newly elected Gosford and Wyong councils met for the first time on Thursday, November 29, as the Central Coast Regional Organisation of Councils (CCROC) and agreed to further discuss progress on the Central Coast Water Corporation and the Joint Services Business at a planning workshop in the New Year.

For nine of the 20 councillors, the meeting was their first as part of the CCROC. “Both our councils have ambitious plans for the Central Coast,” said Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna. “We want to shape vibrant community spaces, boost the local economy and enhance the quality of people’s lives, and I think we both accept that to make it happen we need to get smart about how we manage our business,” mayor Cr McKinna said. Wyong mayor Cr Doug Eaton, currently the longest serving councillor on the Central Coast, said it was reassuring that both Councils realised that they were in the same boat when it came to the big issues. “All Councils in NSW are facing up to the reality of a long list of ageing infrastructure, high expectations from residents and, here on the Central Coast, we’re having to plan

for a growing population as well,” said mayor Cr Eaton. “Gosford and Wyong councils will meet in the New Year to secure the future of the Central Coast Water Corporation and its shared water and sewer assets worth over $3 billion. “To my mind, tackling these tasks as a strong and united region gives us the best chance to get positive results for the Central Coast in years to come,” he said. Both Councils also unanimously agreed to jointly stage an event in Harmony Week 2013 and contribute $5,000 each to the celebration. “This event is to celebrate and showcase the cultural diversity of our residents and provides a significant opportunity to strengthen community connectedness across the region,” said mayor Cr Eaton. Media Release, 29 Nov 2012 Gosford Council and Wyong Council Media

Buses to replace trains in lead up to Christmas osford commuters may experience delays on the Newcastle to Central Coast Cityrail train line in the lead up to Christmas.

From 2am Saturday, December 15, to 2am Monday, December 17, buses will replace all trains between Newcastle and Central. From Monday, December 10, to Friday, December 14, between 11:21pm and

12am, buses will replace trains between Newcastle and Fassifern and from 11:40pm to 2:30am buses will replace trains from Fassifern to Newcastle. Website, 29 Nov 2012 Cityrail

n 18 hour dance event called Move Shake Dance will be held at Central Coast Dance in Erina Fair from 10am to 10pm on Saturday, January 12, and 10am to 4pm on Sunday, January 13.

Move Shake Dance is a unique event on the Central Coast promoting dance as an activity for anyone and everyone, while contributing to the Youth Arts Warehouse, an initiative of Regional Youth Support Services (RYSS). RYSS is a non-profit organisation providing much needed services and support to young people on the Central Coast. Move Shake Dance is open to anyone of any age and any dance experience level from absolute beginner to experienced dancers. All you need is to be ready and willing to try something new on the Central Coast by sampling a range of dance styles, in workshops taught by experienced and highly qualified international and local dance and fitness teachers, choreographers, and performers. Try up to 27 different dance styles from a 40

minute workshop to a 12 hour dance marathon on Saturday and six hours on Sunday. Start off by mixing rock music with ballet in a workshop each morning at 10am with the international choreographer, professional ballerina and contemporary dance and dance teacher, Chenoa de Vries. Or try a jazz workshop with performer, choreographer and owner - principal of talent school, Turning Point Studios, Jess Hind. Try a lyrical workshop with international dancer and performer Karina Russell, who has studied at NIDA and WAAPA, or try out her musical theatre and cheerleader workshops. Learn some grooves in hip hop with dance teacher, Bec Dyson. Fitness expert and director of a fitness and health studio, Angelo

Castiglione, will run a strength and conditioning workshop. There are also workshops available for the kids including a jazz - ballet for pre-schoolers and ballet for primary school children. A jazz funk hip hop workshop will also be available as well as tap

workshops, physical culture, highland dancing, Broadway tap, burlesque, pole dancing and belly dancing. All proceeds go towards RYSS’s professional creative development workshops for disadvantaged young people, the Youth Arts Warehouse. Email, 29 Nov 2012 Lynn Mackay, Move Shake Dance

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Pacific Link to become a self-funded IPB wins State small business award developer ocal community housing provider Pacific Link has announced plans to become a self-funded developer following the announcement of its best ever results at this year’s annual meeting held in Gosford.

A not-for-profit organisation, Pacific Link works with government to provide and manage housing for those most in need in the Central Coast and Lower Hunter regions. Speaking at the meeting, where record retained earnings for the 201112 year were announced, newly re-elected chairman Mr David Bacon said Pacific Link now aimed to become a Class One provider, a classification that would allow Pacific Link to develop new projects that included community and social housing. “The Central Coast and Hunter regions already lag behind the rest of the state, with 20% fewer properties set aside for community and social housing,” Mr Bacon said. “While the NSW Government will always be the major supplier of community housing, the high rate of demand means government often can’t

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keep up. “If we need additional housing, and we do, providers like Pacific Link need to get involved.” Pacific Link now manages more than 850 properties through the Central Coast and Lower Hunter, including 66 for people with disabilities. Since being appointed chairman just over three years ago, Mr Bacon has

appointed a skills-based board, strengthened corporate governance and appointed an executive team and staff that thrives on change and innovation. This strategy has turned Pacific Link around, winning the support of more than 90% of tenants and increasing retained earnings to more than $7.8 million this year. “The federal, state, and local governments will always be the major players,” he said. “But we can make a difference by managing efficiently and self-funding new projects of our own. “We’re here to make a positive difference by working with others. “But we can’t, and don’t expect the government to foot the bill for every brick and rose-bush on the way,” he said. Media Release, 26 Nov 2012 Keith Gavin, Pacific Link

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The company won the 2012 NSW Business Chamber Excellence in Small Business Award at the annual awards dinner held on Friday, November 23, at the Hordern Pavilion in Moore Park. The company’s latest achievement follows three wins at the 2012 Central Coast Business Excellence Awards, including the Central Coast Business of the Year. The father and son built enterprise was one of eight Central Coast businesses - organisations up for a state award on the Friday evening. Run annually, the NSW Business Chamber Awards celebrates the achievements of the NSW business community in a range of categories from leadership, ethics and business growth to innovation, sustainability and human resource management. Companies that employ less than 20 full time equivalent employees were

eligible to be nominated for the category of Excellence in Small Business. The Award recognises a company that has achieved significant growth in the 12 months to June 30 2012 and can demonstrate the specific processes and strategies implemented to achieve that growth. IPB was up against six other NSW finalists for the award comprising Auto Advantage, Blue Eco Homes, Fibre Optics Design and Construct, Safety Recruitment Australia, SWEETNESS The Patisserie and Wine Odyssey Australia. Central Coast NSW Business Chamber regional manager Mr Daniel Farmer said, “IPB was up against some stiff competition in this category which is a testament to their outstanding business practices that are instilled throughout this family built enterprise”. “Going up against the rest of the State’s finest is recognition enough for

even making it through as a finalist, but taking out a category is certainly the icing on the cake for Rob, Mark and the team at IPB.” IPB director Mr Mark Nalder said, “This award means a lot on quite a few different levels”. “It is a real recognition of our skillful, loyal and hardworking staff. “However, it is also a reflection of the ability of the Central Coast community who for the most part make up our workforce and core supplier base. “Rob and I would also like to thank our major clients who have very much driven our success over the last couple of years. “This award is as much theirs as it is for IPB and we are eternally grateful for their ongoing support,” said Mr Nalder. Media Release, 27 Nov 2012 Phaedra Pym, A Way With Words

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BAC win Hunter Environmental Award AC Australia, a manufacturer of evaporative cooling, thermal storage, and heat transfer equipment, has had its sustainability credentials validated by winning the 2012 Hunter Manufacturing Award for Environmental Excellence.

With its national headquarters and manufacturing plant located in Somersby, the award recognises the company’s expanding, sustainable commitment to environmental excellence over the last 12 months on the Central Coast. This award comes on the heels of the company winning the Central Coast Business Excellence Award in Sustainability in August. It was also a finalist in the Central Coast Business Excellence Award Manufacturer of the Year. Along with acting locally to generate a suite of waste reduction, recycling and management activities, the company launched its nationwide environmental management plan in May. Titled visionblue, the plan has set the company on the

path to being carbon neutral by 2020. According to managing director Mr Craig Johnson, the Hunter Manufacturing Award recognises the efforts of BAC Australia staff members who have been working hard to reduce the company’s environmental footprint. “We are delighted to have been recognised with this prestigious award, particularly given that it recognises the contributions of businesses on the Central Coast, of which we are a proud member,” he said. Johnson said that while the company had been working hard to offer environmentally sustainable solutions for its customers for many years, placing greater focus on its own environmental management has been an important

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hree Central Coast wellness experts have come together to offer a retreat in Bali for women of the Central Coast in May next year.

Naturopath and meditation teacher Ms Lisa Turnbull from Erina, psychotherapist and transformational body worker Ms Leanna McNeil from Toukley and personal development expert and counsellor Ms Kristina Ambler from Bateau Bay formed the idea after they discussed the number of their female clients struggling with the pressures and responsibilities that come with living in the

modern-day world. “Even though we live in a beautiful part of the world, the stresses of careers, motherhood and everyday life still have an impact on the way women cope with their lives,” said Ms Turnbull. “With the staggering amount of women using medications to manage their stress levels and health, this retreat is providing women with the opportunity to take a week out of their schedules and focus on

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Minister for Health Ms Tanya Plibersek and Federal Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill inspected the new cancer treatment equipment at Gosford Hospital on Friday, November 23. “The Australian Government is committed to providing better cancer care in regional Australia, that’s why we have committed $28.59 million to the new Central Coast Regional Cancer Service,” Ms Plibersek said. The new equipment will provide a high-quality standard of oncology and radiotherapy services to people living in Gosford and the surrounding Central Coast region, reducing the need to travel to Newcastle or Sydney to gain access to these services. “The Australian Government is strongly committed to ensuring that Australians have access to high quality cancer treatment, when and where they need it,” Ms O’Neill said. “The linear accelerators in our new Cancer Centre will mean better access to essential cancer care services for people on the

Central Coast.” Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein and Health Minister Ms Jillian Skinner also inspected the Centre. “This is the first time people from the Central Coast will have access to public radiotherapy services, reducing the need to travel outside the area for treatment,” Ms Skinner said. “These linear accelerators form a vital part of a multidisciplinary Cancer Centre where patients can plan their treatment and have access to specialist doctors, nurses and allied health staff in the one place. “The machines will be able to quickly treat cancers ranging from skin lesions to deep tumours,” she said. The state-of-the-art radiotherapy machines include sub-millimetre accuracy, advanced shielding for patients, CT scanning, rotational arc treatment delivery and electronic x-ray imaging, respiratory motion detection intelligence. Mr Holstein said the three week process of installation of the accelerators, each weighing four tonnes, has now begun. “I understand that once

the installation is complete they will require a fourmonth testing period,” Mr Holstein said. “Once treatments start in March 2013, the linear accelerators will be able to treat up to 40 patients per machine per day or 800 patients a year. “This is great news for our community. “Behind the scenes, there will be a highly skilled team of 18 radiation therapists, five medical physicists and one biomedical technician who will maintain the machines and ensure accuracy of treatment,” said Mr Holstein. The Central Coast Cancer Centre is a $38.6 million project jointly funded by the NSW Government and the Australian Government under the Health and Hospital Fund Program with State contributing $10 million and the Australian Government providing $28.6 million. Media Release, 23 Nov 2012 Peter McCabe, office of Deborah O’Neill MP Media Release, 23 Nov 2012 Samantha Day, Office of Jillian Skinner MP

Mountain Districts Association formed to address health services angrove Mountain residents met at the Union Church Hall on Wednesday, November 7, to discuss their concerns over the future of medical services for the district and the health implications for the region.

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Disabled Surfers’ Hands on Day at Terrigal isabled Surfers Hands on Day was held on Saturday, December 1, and the Coast Festival was held on Monday, December 3, at Terrigal as part of International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD).

Celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2012, IDPwD is a United Nations sanctioned day that acknowledges the achievements of people with a disability while encouraging support for their dignity, rights and wellbeing. Gosford Council’s disability access officer Ms Katie Butler said the events aimed to break down

disability barriers while celebrating abilities. “The focus of IDPwD was to bring the community together to make a difference in every aspect of the social, economical, political and cultural lives of people with a disability. “The first event, Disabled Surfers Hands on Day, provided a wonderful opportunity for people with a disability to experience

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the thrill of surfing under the guidance of trained volunteers. “The Coast Festival had a large variety of stalls, entertainment, art exhibitions, guest speakers and beach activities to suit people of all ages,” she said. Media Release, 23 Nov 2012 Katie Butler, Gosford Council Media

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granite Niche Wall has been installed at Wamberal Cemetery following the successful installation of Wall of Remembrance 1, which was opened at Point Clare Cemetery in August 2010.

Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna said the walls had proved a popular option for those paying respects to their loved ones. “The loss of a loved one is difficult for any family so it is helpful to know that these facilities are available. “Point Clare and Wamberal cemeteries are maintained to a high standard by Council and

these walls offer a broader range of options for those paying their respects to loved ones. “These walls have been designed to prolong the availability of our cemeteries and cater for those who wish to be cremated. “Apart from the 60 niches, the wall will provide 36 plaque locations for families who do not wish to

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Narara Valley students’ Star Struck success

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our students from Narara Valley High School recently attended workshops in Newcastle as a result of their successful performances at Star Struck in Newcastle earlier this year.

The workshops were funded by Xstrata Coal, the Major Sponsor of Star Struck in 2012. Three of the students, Alicia Brock, Lilia Jackson and Joseph Arrua, were selected to participate in Music Composition workshops with Star Struck’s musical director Mr Russell Thornton. The workshop covered music composition, song writing, music analysis, expanding chords structures and various aspects of the music industry and

performing. The workshop’s aim was to develop the students’ skills to a higher level were they felt more comfortable writing and performing their own music. Anna Thompson was selected to participate in a drama workshop with Star Struck’s drama director Mr Daniel Stoddart. This workshop involved characterisation, Laban Movement techniques, drama activities and other performance techniques. The aim of this workshop

was to develop their drama skills and also to enhance their singing performance skills. “All the students had an inspiring day in Newcastle and it is hoped that they will be able to utilise some of the skills that gained from these workshops in their future performances,” said Star Struck Advisory Committee member Mr Gary Jackson Media Release, 19 Nov 2012 Gary Jackson, Star Struck Advisory Committee

wo local projects that encourage young people to become more involved in their community and build leadership skills will share in a new $3.1 million initiative called Youth Opportunities.

Regional Youth Support Services (RYSS), located in Gosford, will receive a $90,000 grant to support its Central Coast Youth Leadership Project. Six young people will be trained to lead youth development activities including skill day workshops to help 1,500 marginalised young people, aged 12 to 25 years, to connect to the community through local projects. Youthconnections.com. au was awarded $76,071 for its Ydrive project to help 40 young people, aged 16 to 23 years, who lack access to a motor vehicle to receive training to gain their drivers licence. Training will also include basic car maintenance, financial literacy, life skills, employability skills and career planning. “The Youth Opportunities program aims to support local projects which encourage young people to lead and participate in community development

he launch of the Gosford City Learning Community will be held at the Youth Arts Warehouse in Gosford on Monday, November 5, from 6:30pm.

The Gosford City Learning Community is a new collaboration that aims to acknowledge the importance of nurturing and celebrating the work of individual schools while celebrating the collective engagement of school communities, including the business community. This is done through activities such as shared vision development, problem identification, learning, and problem resolution. Gosford City Learning Community comprises Gosford High School, Henry

Kendall High School, Point Clare Primary School and Gosford Primary School. “Our learning community will develop strategic partnerships with community leaders, organisations and business through the appointment of a Strategic Communications Officer whose role it will be to facilitate positive, prompt and proactive relationships across our community,” said Point Clare Public School principal Mr David Harris. “The business launch is an integral part of bringing

together all key stakeholders to share what our services do and begin to invest in exciting new ventures in the future. “The evening will showcase some current endeavours that our learning community is undertaking and provide the ability to create sharing and networking opportunities with great food and entertainment,” he said. Media release, 16 Oct 2012 David Harris, Point Clare Public school

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opportunity, young people can address a range of risk factors in their lives and play a greater role in their communities,” Mr Dominello said. “This includes youth people living on society’s margins and at risk of disengaging from our community, who will respond to local mentoring and support. “Enhancing their skills and confidence also increases young people’s opportunities to link with training and employment. “A portion of the Youth Opportunities funding is also being set aside for targeted initiatives in key project areas or to address a particular youth issue. “Given the right opportunities, the young leaders we nurture today will hopefully become the elder statesmen society can turn to in the future,” he said. Media Release, 21 Nov 2012 Chris Holstein, Member for Gosford

Council offers environmental research grants

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activities,” said Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein. “We all benefit when young people are more involved in community life and I’m sure this funding will be greatly appreciated by RYSS and Yo u t h c o n n e c t i o n s . c o m . au as well as the Central Coast community,” said Mr Holstein. An initiative of the NSW Government, Youth Opportunities aims to improve access to youth-led and youth driven activities in locally based sport and recreation, cultural and other activities. The Minister for Citizenship and Communities Mr Victor Dominello, who is responsible for Youth Affairs, said more than 30 projects across the state that would help young people become leaders in their local communities had received funding under Youth Opportunities. “Research shows that with proper support and

osford Council is again offering grant funding to tertiary students or suitably qualified individuals and companies for environmental research projects relevant to the Gosford LGA.

The research undertaken must be original, and could take the form of final year projects, Honours, Masters or PhDs. Council is encouraging the submission of projects that, are well researched and provide benefit to the wider community, have outcomes or benefits that would continue beyond the project, address strategies outlined in the Gosford 2025 Strategic Plan, address options for Coastal and Estuary planning activities, relate to or expand upon information in the Gosford Coastal Lagoons Processes Study, investigate biodiversity within the Coastal Open Spaces System (COSS), would be able to be

completed successfully within a two year period, have a comprehensive and realistic budget and or have consideration of the applicant - organisation contributing financially or in kind. Gosford Council’s coordinator environmental health and protection Mr Shannon McKiernan said that previous projects had given cause for Council to take action on environmental issues. “Results from previous projects have directly contributed to the adoption of new practices by Council and have significantly benefited our local environment. “In previous years we have been lucky to have

some unique research topics including microbial source tracking in coastal lagoons, aquatic biodiversity and the preservation of habitat corridors within the LGA. “This cross-section of research has extensively broadened our knowledge in a number of areas,” said Mr McKiernan. The closing date for applications is Tuesday, February 22, at 5pm. For additional information and suggested research topics contact Gosford Council’s environment officer Ms Mairin Watts on 4325 8222. Media Release, 20 Nov 2012 Gosford Council Media

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Five schools take part in Schools Spectacular

Point Clare selects school leaders

tudents from five schools in the Gosford LGA performed at the Sydney Entertainment Centre on November 23 and 24 as part of the Schools Spectacular.

schools.” Ms Benson said she was thrilled and proud of how everyone played their part and put enormous energy into their role. “Everyone was a star in this year’s Schools Spectacular,” Ms Benson said. “Whether a featured artist, chorister, musician, dancer, foyer entertainer, teacher, member of the production team or one of the HSC VET Industries Studies team, the show’s success depended on them.” Local students may appear in the one-hour broadcast of the Schools Spectacular that will be televised across Australia at 6pm on Sunday, December 16, on ABC 1 and will be able to re-live the Schools Spectacular experience as they count down to the New Year with a two-and-a-halfhour show on ABC 2. Media Release, 26 Nov 2012 Grant Hatch, NSW Government Education and Communities

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“Mrs Sawyer has held a temporary teaching position at St Pats for the last few years,” said principal Ms Nicole Cumming. “She will be greatly missed, not only for her excellent teaching ability but her bubbly personality as well. “We wish her every success in her new appointment.” Newsletter, 26 Nov 2012 Nicole Cummins, St Patricks Catholic Primary School

oint Clare Public School has selected its eight school leaders for next year out of 31 Year 5 students who were nominated by their peers.

Following the selection process, Jack Boyd, Harrison Clynes, Tegan Day, Marley Irvine, Holly Irwin, Jasmine McTeare, Luke Mirfield and Matthew Mott were selected. The process included delivering a speech to their peers in a full assembly in front of over 400 fellow students, parents and teachers as well as developing a poster that highlighted their personality and adherence to the school rules of care, co-operation, courtesy and respect. A vote by students and teachers followed. “Everyone’s vote was worth one and there was a significantly high standard of candidates this year,” said principal Mr David Harris. “In fact it was the highest number of boys nominating in memory with 19. “As Principal, I do not vote, but was happy with every single student nominated. “I would like to commend each and every nominee for their efforts. “It was an extremely difficult choice and the voting was very close. “A big congratulations to each of you for being in the top eight of such a high quality field. The two captains and vice captains won’t be announced until the school presentation day. “I would like to acknowledge Louise Sanders, Piper White, Kerrie Greene, Paris Blair, Esme Fenwick, Frances Smith, Madeleine ConsolinoBouzaid and Eloise Karibika for nominating for the girls positions and Jai McAlpine, Oscar Tebbutt, Ben Turner, Sam Lappan, Bailey Guinane, Cameron Rigney, Mitchell Wood, George Parris, Cooper Boelhouwer, James Rigas, Liam

Monaghan, Senjay Turner, Zach Walsh, Adam Lacey and Alexander Czerwaniw for nominating for the boys positions. “The teachers agreed that you were all worthy nominees and will be very valued members of our 2013 student community. It is wonderful that

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Special guests, community involvement, heritage, Point Clare diversity, education and Arts & Crafts safety, and small business Wed - Adult Art Class opportunities. Approaches to Visual Arts, Point Clare Community Hall supported by History of Art, - 2nd Thurs Bi Monthly. to develop your own style 0411 266 325 Wed & Frid - Adults Bunka Embroid, Cards, Computer Groups Crotchet, Cross Stitch or AACC Computer bring your own $3/session Club Inc. Point Clare Community Hall www.aacc.asn.au 10am - 12noon Help with all Computing 4325 5007 problems, Program demos + Q&A sessions Central Coast Art 2nd Wed Windows, 7 Society 10pm Bringing together artists Narara Valley High School and interested people for Fountains Road, Narara lectures, demonstrations 3rdWed,Linux9.30amand discussion. 12.30pm @ East Gosford Weekly paint-outs each Progress Hall Tuesday - Call 4349 5860 4th Thur, Social + Windows for locations 12.15 – 3.15pm @ East Workshops - 4363 1820 Gosford Progress Hall - Cnr - 9.30am - 12.30pm 1st Webb Rd & Henry Parry and 3rd Wed and Social Drive Meetings 1.30pm 4th 4362 1918 Wed at Gosford City Arts 4324 2740 Centre. Demo by Guest secretary@aacc.asn.au artist 4325 1420 Seniors Computer publicity@artcentralcoast.asn.au Club Central Coast Inc. Community Groups Beginners classes for PC or ABC Mac held Mon or Tues. Also “The Friends” classes Mon to Fri for most Support group for Public programs – see website. All Broadcaster. classes are 10am – 12md Aims. safeguard ABC’s or 1pm - 3pm at Kincumber independence, adequate & District Neighbourhood funding, high standards. Centre. Monthly Meetings Meetings through the with Guest Speaker held year + social afternoons at Kincumber Hotel 1st Well-known guest speakers Monday of Month. 4341 5170 4369 2530 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

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History Groups Brisbane Water Historical Society) • Coach tours • School educational tours • Annual Street Stalls • Participation in History Heritage Week Celebration Margaret Pearce 4325 2270 Fellowship of First Fleeters Central Coast For anyone interested in early history or early family histories. You don’t need to be a First Fleeter to attend. Wyong RSL Club 2nd Sat 10:30am 4323 1849 Central Coast Family History Society Inc. All the resources, information and advice needed to study your family’s history are available through the Society at 8 Russell Drysdale St, East Gosford. or www. centralcoastfhs.org.au Meet 1st Sat 1pm Lions Community Hall E Gosford 4324 5164

Music Central Coast Concert Band Every Tues 7:15 - 9:30pm Community playouts with four concerts a year at Laycock St Theatre. 0407 894 560 or 0411 272 640

fellowship. Special Interest 1st Wed - Legacy House, Central Coast Opp Gosford Swimming Amateur Radio Club Centre. 4340 0071 4365 0044 Do you wish to join the world wide hobby of Amatuer Radio? Dandaloo Probus Club Erina Invites retirees and visitors St, Kariong Saturdays to enjoy the fellowship and 11am to 4pm 4340 2500 friendship of our club. ccarc@ccarc.org.au 10:30am 2nd Tues Tarragal Glen Country Club, 110 CCLC Bridge Club Karalta Rd, Erina Duplicate Bridge-partner 4360 1441 not required for most sessions. Details of Probus Club Nth sessions, special events Gosford and lessons at www. For retirees who seek cclcbridgeclub.asn.au companionship and Central Coast Leagues intellectual stimulus, fun Club 12.30pm Mon, and fellowship through Tue, Thur, Fri Sat outings. 4th Tues Central 1.30pm Wed Coast Leagues Club 10am 7.15pm Mon 4324 2493 4365 4208 4323 3456 cclcbridgeclub@westnet.com.au Ourimbah combined Probus Club Our mixed friendly club Australasian Native Orchid Society welcomes new members. Dedicated to the cultivation We have interesting guest and conservation oof Aust speakers and have varied activities. Make new friends. Native Orchids. 2nd Wed, Monthly meetings First Narara Community Centre, Wed 10am Niagara Park 2 Pandala Rd Narara - 8pm 4340 5157 Community Centre 4332 1538 Central Coast www.probussouthpacific.org/ Handweavers, pcourimbah Spinners and Textile Arts Guild Terrigal Ladies Spinning and weaving, Probus Club For retired ladies seeking patchwork and quilting companionship & to felting and other fibre and listen to interesting guest fabric crafts - Workshops speakers and participate and Community quiting in social activities. Rotary bees - Day and Night Hall, Duffy’s Rd Terrigal - 1st Groups 4325 4743 Mon 1.30pm www.centralcoasthsguild.org.au 4385 3395

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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

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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 Central Coast international projects. Campus Friends Inc 2nd Tues, 7pm Terrigal Promotes post school Rotary Hall, Duffy Road learning to improve life Terrigal. for individuals and the 4384 1553 Central Coast community: terigalinnerwheel@gmail.com Advocacy, Dinners, Discussions, Speakers, Soroptimist Awards, Newsletters and International Special Projects SI is a dynamic organisation 4324 0023 for professional and sonhopk@bigpond.net.au business women, through advocacy, awareness and Gosford Business action. 2nd Thur 6:45pm Improvement District - Breakers Country Club, GBID aims to make Dover Rd Wamberal Gosford a safer, cleaner, sibrisbanewater@siswp.org commercially vibrant, 4367 6331 attractive regional city through regular festivals Kincumber View Club and events, mthly markets, For ladies looking for a beautification and business place to make friends. retention projects. 4th Tues Davistown RSL Markets held 2nd Sat & Club 11am Interesting seasonal events throughout speakers & a delicious the year. 200 Mann St lunch, bus trips, movie Gosford days, luncheons and home 4322 7726 functions. info@gosford.com.au 4369 7363 Indoor Bowls Mixed Social Central Coast Leagues Club - 5 sessions weekly 4363 2360 43686811

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Gosford Christmas Parade attracts thousands

he 2012 Gosford City Christmas Parade was held on Saturday, November 24, in Mann St, with thousands of people attending the event.

Residents and visitors from all over the Central Coast were treated to a day of fun and vibrant festivities as they lined the streets to welcome Santa and Mrs Claus to Gosford as well as many brightly decorated floats, characters and participants. Event goers praised the Gosford Business Improvement District (GBID) Promotions Committee, Chris King Productions and the Imperial Shopping Centre for the vibrant and energetic event. Afterwards, spectators moved into Kibble Park for further entertainment and activities including a waterslide, two jumping castles, children’s art projects, the giant sized Snow Dome, Zorb balls

and a train running through Kibble Park. GBID manager Mr Paul Brasch said, “The Gosford City Christmas Parade has been a long-standing tradition in Gosford”. “We unfortunately had to cancel the event last year due to very wet weather but promised a bigger and better event this year. “From all comments received on the day, we didn’t disappoint and the event was enjoyed by an estimated 6,000 to 8,000 people. “We were thrilled with the level of engagement by the local community and the work which went into the various floats and performances by the local community and the work which went into various floats and performances by

the range of entertainers,” said Mr Brasch. The winners on the day for the various categories were Alternaverse Promotions with their Batmobile for Best Community Float, Gosford District Scouts with runner up and St Phillips Christian College with second runner up. The winner of the Best Business Float was The Wildflower Place. The GBID Promotions Committee will meet soon to collate feedback from this year’s Parade and to plan out next year’s event, which will be held on Saturday, November 30. Media Release, 28 Nov 2012 Paul Brasch, GBID

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 Dec 4 Supervised Play for improvers, 9:30am-11:30am, Central Coast Leagues Club Bridge Club

Wednesday Dec 5 Consultation art workshops, Erina Room, Erina Fair, 10am-11:30am and 5:30pm and 7pm Stars and Candlelight Memorial Service, Simplicity Funerals Erina, 6:30pm

Thursday Dec 6 Central Coast Schizophrenia and Bipolar Fellowship meeting, Uniting Church, Gosford, 12:30pm3pm Morning Star opening night, Laycock St Theatre, 8pm Gosford Hospital Auxiliary stall, 9am-2pm Christmas memorial Service, White Lady Funerals Chapel, Wyoming, 6:30pm Politics in the Pub, Dutton’s Tavern, 6pm

Friday Dec 7 Jinja Safari, Youth Arts Warehouse, Gosford, 5pm

Saturday Dec 8 Narara Ecovillage Open Day, 10:30am-2pm Central Coast Poets book launch, Evergreen Lifecare

Village community hall, West Gosford, 1:30pm Gosford City markets, Kibble Park 8am-1pm

Sunday, Dec 9 Wyoming Community Centre 21st birthday Christmas Fair and party Central Coast Christmas Fair, Heazlett Park, Avoca, 10am-3pm Concertante Ensemble, Greenway Chapel and Memorial Gardens, Green Point, 2:30pm

Monday Dec 10 Brisbane Water Historical Society 62nd Birthday and Christmas Party, West Gosford, 12pm Imperial Shopping Centres 40th anniversary, Centre Court, 12pm Youth Band End of Year Concert, Youth Arts Warehouse, Gosford 7pm

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Council pledges $100,000 for Beckham bid osford Council has unanimously resolved to pledge $100,000 in support of the Central Coast Mariners bid to secure the services of David Beckham for a 10 week period.

It is anticipated that if Beckham were to come to the Mariners there would be significant economic and social impacts as well as national and international exposure for the Central Coast. Cr Bob Ward said the “possibility of Beckham having a cameo role at the Mariners has the whole Central Coast salivating”. Cr Gabby Bowles said the $100,000 investment by Council was measly compared to the benefits the Central Coast would reap if Beckham chose to play for the Mariners. “It’s a chance to put Gosford on the world stage. “There would be much investment into the local area. “All eyes would be on us so we have the opportunity

to put on events. “It would be a chance to get people to come here and see why this place is so fabulous,” said Cr Bowles. Although Cr Craig Doyle supported the motion he told the Council of his “initial significant reserves”. “$100,000 is a significant amount of money. “From my point of view, you’re playing with the wrong shaped ball. “But it’s a name, it’s an opportunity and that’s what gets my vote tonight, the opportunity,” said Cr Doyle. The commitment was subject to a similar contribution from Wyong Council which also agreed to sponsor the Beckham bid for $100,000. Gosford Council Agenda UM.5, 27 Nov 2012 Kaitlin Watts, 27 Nov 2012

Mariners back on top entral Coast Mariners have claimed top spot on Hyundai A-League ladder following a 2-1 victory over Adelaide United in the Round Nine clash at a hot and humid Bluetongue Stadium on Saturday, December 1.

Goals from consistent left-back Josh Rose and British import Nick Montgomery ensured Central Coast continued on its four match winning streak. The hosts started the game brightly and had a few early chances to take the lead. Post-match, Central Coast Mariners head coach Graham Arnold said he knew that despite the stifling conditions, his team would give him yet another determined performance. “I’ve said it many times before but it is such a joy to work with these guys because you know that they are going to go out there and give everything they’ve got,” Arnold said. “We have to be honest and say that we were very sloppy in the final third, and

on many occasions we had three-v-two or three-v-one opportunities and we didn’t execute it properly like we have been in the first eight rounds. “(But) I put that down to the heat factor. “The first thing that goes when you’re fatigued and tired is your brain, and decision-making.” Arnold also had praise for match-winner Montgomery. “Monty is fitting in very well with (John) Hutchinson beside him. “The experience that Hutch and Monty give in front of two youngsters in Zac Anderson and Trent Sainsbury is invaluable. “But I am very happy with the whole team.” Media Release, 1 Dec 2012 Jess Norton, Central Coast Mariners

Blatchford wins orienteering event at Saratoga entral Coast Summer Orienteering Series (CCSOS) held its second event at Saratoga on Sunday, November 25, which saw Karen Blatchford emerge as the highest overall point scorer.

“The start - finish was set in a lovely, shaded park overlooking the beautiful Brisbane Water which offered the occasional breath of cool breeze, but this was no respite for the competitors as they

headed out on the course,” said CCSOS promotions coordinator Mr Colin Price. “We had 37 entries on the day with several being teams and families. “Our first event of the season was held the week

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before in Terrigal where we had 45 entries with several teams and families. “It was great to see so many new faces as well as the regulars that attend. “Welcome also to all our new club members.

“It was great to put faces to the names and to be able to chat with some of you. “While the prize money may be an attraction I would like to think it is more about the quality of the events and the areas in which we run them,” he said. Email, 26 Nov 2012 Colin Price, CCSOS

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Marlins go down to the Kookaburras at Springfield

Dora made a Gosford City life member ora Bailey has been awarded life membership for Gosford City Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bowling Club.

She first joined the club in May 1995 after her first bowling club A and C closed. She became a delegate for Gosford to the Central Coast District Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bowling Association (CCDWBA) in July and was nominated to be on the District Match Committee due to her experience from A and C. She was elected to office for almost 10 years and served the last three months as chairperson, at the same time continuing to perform her duties as vice president for Gosford City and vice president for CCDWBA. Dora then became secretary for Gosford City for the next six years before

being elected president for three years. She then returned to the role of secretary, a position she has maintained for the last five years. She was a delegate for A and C for six years and has been a delegate for Gosford for 17. Dora is also a national umpire and works almost every day in Gosford as a secretary.

entral Coast Marlins lost to league leading Baulkham Hills Kookaburras 6-4 on Sunday, November 18, at Baseball Park, Springfield.

Letter, 26 Nov 2012 Blanche Woodbury, Gosford City Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bowling Club

Terrigal Cup draws international bowlers he inaugural Terrigal Cup was held on Monday, November 5, at Terrigal Bowling Club which saw 28 teams take to the green.

The internationals were there representing the

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likes of England, Ireland, Italy, Zimbabwe and New Zealand. Cabramatta also attended bringing with them two Argentinians. With three games of 15 ends two bowl menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s triples and $3,000 prize money up for grabs the contestants were eager to get off to a good start. Terrigal home team of Neil Massey, Jeff Watson and David Neilsen set up a sizeable lead of plus 19 ahead of Avoca locals Graham Ross, Alan Lewin and Col Passfield plus 1. Hot on their heels were Andrew Parsons, Josh Wilton and Brendon Poidevin from The Greens The Entrance with plus 10. The second game saw teams make their moves to be in a winning position for the run home. Butch Stevens team of Neville Hillyard and Gary McFadyen from Avoca moved to the lead on plus 21. There was nothing

in the score for second between early front runner David Neilsen, the well weighted Brendon Poidevin and Michael Stead from Halekulani in his first run back from a spell, all on two wins plus 20. In the end it was the Brendon Poidevin team on three wins plus 33 who were declared the winners with a count back needed to split second placed David Neilsen from third placed Michael Stead and his team of Sid Winslade and Steve Banbury on three wins plus 32 with the old campaigners Alan Brooks, Peter Lydieth and Neil Dell (Comp) flashing home for fourth place with three wins plus 25. The event, sponsored by Pauls Medi-Advice Pharmacy Terrigal and Club Terrigal, will now become an annual event on the first Monday of November. Email, 27 Nov 2012 Peter Freestone, Terrigal Bowling Club

It was a bad start defensively with several errors in the top of the first inning allowing the Kookaburras to take a 2-0 lead. The Kookaburras then tacked on another run in the second inning via a solo home run from Zac Shepherd. The Marlinsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; defence settled and allowed the batters to wake up. In the bottom of the third, Greg Woods reached, as did Jason Rees, via a hit and they both scored on Pat Maatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s single to bring the score to 3-2. Paul Anderson was the starting pitcher for the Marlins and settled in nicely. It wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t until the fifth inning that Baulkham Hills plated another run after a two-out hit. The Marlins threatened in the fifth and sixth but failed to get the big hit. Paul Anderson then turned the ball over to

brother Craig who threw another two scoreless innings to give Marlins a chance. Marlins scored a run in the bottom of the eighth and Mitch Dening doubled and scored on Pat Maatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s single. Marlinsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; defence again let them down in the top of the ninth, with three errors contributing to Baulkham Hills plating two runs to lead 6-4. Marlins got runners aboard in the bottom of the ninth but could not get the big hit. Maat and Rees were the offensive standouts with two hits apiece. Marlins will resume play against Penrith on Wednesday, December 5, after their two week break due to the bye and State Leagueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s All Star game. Media Release, 18 Nov 2012 Michael Ashton, Central Coast Marlins

Green Point dominate girlâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Oztag reen Point Christian College Year 5 and 6 girls competed in the Senior Girls League Oztag competition on Thursday, November 15, against other schools from the Central Coast.

The three teams, white, black and pink each played five games throughout the day. The white team one three out of five matches while the

pink team won four and the black team won all five. Newsletter, 22 Nov 2012 Debra Walls, Green Point Christian College

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