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Randwick Botany win 4x4Km state title

by Ron Bendall and David Tarbotton Photo: James Kaan

or the seventh year Randwick Botany relegated arch rival Sydney University into second place in an exciting open men’s 4x4km NSW Road Relay Championship at Ourimbah on Saturday, July 7.

Despite pushing Randwick Botany to the limit in recent years Sydney Uni, surprisingly, has only won the race once in 2005. But off-road runner Russell Dessaix-Chin kept hope alive when he took Uni to the lead on the second leg.

Dessaix-Chin, 34, has been at the top of the tree for more than 10 years, setting a half marathon PB in 2002 and a 5km PB on the road as recently as 2010. On Saturday he powered around the course in 11 minutes 34 seconds, the second fastest split of the day, bettered only by Randwick Botany’s Olympics bound Jeff Hunt (11:20). For Hunt leading Randwick Botany home in a total time of 46 minutes 27 seconds to Sydney Uni’s 46:59 was a fitting warmup before running in the London Marathon in three weeks time.

David Byrne had given Randwick Botany the lead at the first change and 2009 World Championship representative Jeremy Roff regained it on the third leg with a mighty 11 minute 35 second split. UTS Norths (48 minutes 14 seconds) gave plenty of cheek early with 2010 national 800m champion James Kaan splitting in 11:51 to change in second place. Despite running his team’s fastest split (11:43) James Connor could not hold off Deassaix-Chin and UTS Norths slipped to third, a position they held until the finish.

Sydney Uni demonstrated its tremendous depth in distance running with its B team finishing a closeup fourth in 49 minutes 39 seconds with veteran Ben Liddy running the fastest split of 11 minutes 55 seconds. UTS Norths won its first ever open women’s 4x4km NSW Road Relay Championship, cruising home more than two and half minutes ahead of their nearest rival Athletics East. Miranda Middleton ran her team’s fastest split, 14 minutes 21 seconds, to give UTS Norths a narrow lead over Hills District’s Sarah Marvin (14:28) and Kembla

Joggers’ Kasey Mumby (14:32) at the first changeover. Hills dropped out of the picture on the second leg but Kembla’s Lorraine Hince ran a tremendous split of 14:36 to grab the lead from UTS Norths’ Liana Eckert (14:49) just before the second change-over. But after that Kembla’s challenge faded and UTS Norths Katie Haines (15:01) stormed back into the lead and they were never threatened again with Charlotte Wilson strolling home the final leg in 14:23. “We’re just glad to be part of history,’’ Eckert said after the medal presentation.

After the race Wilson was flooded with a great sense of relief. Twelve months ago she lead out a strong UTS Norths team in the U20 women’s relay but fell and badly injured her ankle early in the race. To win a gold medal on Saturday gave her a great sense of satisfaction. UTS Norths’ winning time was 58 minutes 34 with Athletics East second in 61:16. Sydney Uni’s Milly Clark ran the fastest split of the day (13:59) to drag her team from fifth to third on the final leg for a total team time of 61:46.

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including the arch bridge design at Piles and Leask Creek crossings at the Pacific Highway, Somersby. Cardno Pty Ltd had also undertaken similar design work for both the Roads and Maritime Service and RailCorp who

assessed the company as being capable of undertaking the project. In September last year, Gosford Council was awarded a $1 million NSW Government grant for 201112 to commence the planning, investigation and design of the

Rawson Rd Level Crossing Replacement project. A further $1 million was allocated in the 2012-13 NSW Government Budget. Additional funding for design and construction has been

committed with an upper limit of $30 million in the first term of the current State Government. Gosford Council CIT.26, 3 Jul 2012

No money for Woy Woy Rd upgrade It has also ruled out the possibility of a bypass of The Bays through Brisbane Waters National Park. “Funding for the Rawson Rd Woy Woy Level Crossing Replacement will not be sufficient to undertake anything other than

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the level crossing replacement works, although the configuration of the current works at the bottom of Bulls Hill would allow the bypass to occur in the future,” Gosford Council’s manager of infrastructure planning Mr Ed Sukesh said. “The extremely expensive works required through the National Park would need to be funded under a separate program should it be possible to obtain access to the National Park,” he said. Mr Sukesh has denied that

traffic congestion and disruption will occur during the upgrade of Woy Woy Rd due to work on the West Gosford intersection. He said concern over congestion and disruption issues with the possible works at Woy Woy and the Central Coast Highway was unfounded. He was responding to claims from the Peninsula Chamber of Commerce that work on the two major upgrades could leave the Peninsula isolated.

“Both RMS and Council are aware of the works and several parts of each project would be scheduled to ensure that this does not occur,” he said. “A considerable amount of the Woy Woy Rd Level Crossing Replacement works occur clear of the existing roadway and will not require major traffic diversion. “Current funding is available for the level crossing and associated ancillary works. “Preliminary indications are that

the current funding will most likely be insufficient for works in Woy Woy Rd north of Bulls Hill. “Our view on the bypass proposal is similar to the Chamber with regard to the benefits this could provide but unfortunately that is not the project currently being developed. Media Statement, 6 Jul 2012 Ed Sukesh, Gosford Council

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or the seventh year Randwick Botany relegated arch rival Sydney University into second place in an exciting open men’s 4x4km NSW Road Relay Championship at Ourimbah on Saturday, July 7.

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osford Council has resolved to reiterate its continued support for all projects associated with the Gosford Challenge and to continue to work closely with the Central Coast Regional Development Corporation to ensure The Landing is a success.

A Mayoral Minute was starred at Council’s meeting of Tuesday, June 26, following an article titled “Landing Sunk?” that appeared in the Gosford edition of the Central Coast Express Advocate on Friday, June 22. Council’s staff report

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stated that recent articles in the media regarding the Landing development did not accurately reﬂect the unwavering support being given by Gosford Council and the NSW Government. “The development of the Masterplan for The Landing is built on the

foundation of strong community consultation process through the Gosford Challenge, and is a component of the holistic approach being taken to ensure the regeneration of the whole Gosford CBD including the waterfront precinct.

“The outcomes and expectations put forward by the community during this process have been the driving force behind the creation of this Masterplan for The Landing. “The Landing will be the catalyst for the redevelopment of greater Gosford City, attracting further investment and creating signiﬁcant economic activity for the wider Central Coast area.

“The combination of community and commercial infrastructure will provide a balanced community hub that re-connects the city to the waterfront,” stated the report. “The commercial aspects of the Masterplan have been designed to provide maximum beneﬁt to the community economically, while creating a community space for the enjoyment of residents and visitors to

Gosford. “It is anticipated that over 4000 jobs will be created within the Gosford Region as a direct result of The Landing development, with initial building works also creating signiﬁcant work for local tradespeople, contractors and suppliers.” Gosford Council Agenda MM.8, 26 Jun 2012

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$5.18 million for Narara Valley Sporting Precinct

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arara Valley S p o r t i n g Precinct will receive over $2.5 million from the Regional D eve l o p m e n t Australia Fund (RDAF) to develop a new sporting facility.

construction of a viewing platform to showcase its location near the wetlands also forming part of the

project. The Hon Simon Crean said that Government funding combined with other

sources created a strong investment partnership. “It is expected that the local economy will be

“This investment reflects the significance of the Central Coast at both state and federal levels,” said Regional Development Australia Central Coast chairman Mr Dave Abrahams. The funding from RDAF will contribute to the development of new, high quality facilities capable of holding local and regional sporting events. The $2.5 million from RDAF contributes to a $5.18 million project, which includes the construction of new sporting fields, flood lighting, and a recreational building which includes amenities and a clubhouse. The funding from RDAF also allows the Sporting Precinct to take advantage of its location, with the

Narara Valley Sporting Project receive funding because they leverage other investments and demonstrate clear long-term regional benefits, including jobs and opportunities for the community,” Ms O’Neill said.

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Gorokan and Lisarow win Years 11 & 12 basketball challenge by Wayne Winiata

U13 team wins Oz-tag State of Origin he U13s Boys’ Central Coast Oztag team travelled to Caloundra, Queensland, on Sunday, June 24, to represent NSW and compete in the Oztag State of Origin.

The team played three games in the competition, defeating the Queensland representatives and winning the competition. In the first match, the NSW team defeated the Queensland representatives 4-3, having played into extra time. The second match saw Queensland defeat the NSW side 3-2, after another game of extra time. Finally, the NSW side defeated Queensland 5-1 in

the third match. The Central Coast team were selected to represent NSW in the State of Origin competition because of strong performance in local and regional selection trials. The team were the recipients of $2500 in sponsorship from the Central Coast Regional Organisation of Councils, a joint initiative by Wyong Shire and Gosford Councils. The initiative aims to support residents or teams who have been selected by a national, state or regional body to participate in a recognised sporting or cultural event. In return for the sponsorship the residents promote the Central Coast at the arenas they attend.

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he National Gymnastics Championships were held at Sydney Olympic Park during the last two weeks of May.

T s a mark of respect for deceased school teacher Mr Graham Brown, basketball teams from Lisarow, Gorokan, Northlakes, Narara Valley and Central Coast Adventist schools took part in a memorial challenge on Friday, June 29,

at the Central Coast Youth Club, Niagara Park. The competition involved both Open boys and girls teams from Years 11 and 12 and saw Gorokan girls and Lisarow boys take the top honours. Graham’s widow Ms Ann Brown presented awards on the day. The Central Coast Youth Club will also host a Year

9 and 10 challenge on Friday, July 27, a Year 7 and 8 challenge on Friday, August 10, and a Year 5 and 6 challenge on Friday, November 16. Central Coast Youth Club general manager Mr Wayne Winiata said he was hopeful that these Challenges for each year group would become a major basketball event on the Coast. “Very few coast schools

compete against each other now with catholic, independent and public schools competing within their own separate competitions,” said Mr Winiata. “We need to develop a Central Coast top school concept. “Let’s develop some pride for our schools,” said Mr Winiata.

Local teenager, Abbey Willcox of Somersby, was selected as part of the NSW Gymnastics Acrobatics Team to compete in the Women’s Trio Acrobatics event. After two very polished performances, her trio was awarded the gold medal in their event.

Abbey’s trio competed at state trials earlier this year and eventually the state championships in April where her trio cam third. Building on that performance the girls went on to become National Champions a few weeks ago. Abbey only made the switch to acrobatics in February this year after a successful career in artistic gymnastics, which saw her achieve level seven State Champion and National Champion on beam and floor last year.

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yong Shire has been chosen as one of 26 successful tender destinations in Australia, as selected by the Victorian Racing Club (VRC), for the upcoming journey of the iconic Melbourne Cup.

The VRC recently celebrated the 10th anniversary of its Emirates Melbourne Cup tour. Mayor Bob Graham said the Cup would arrive in Wyong Shire on Friday, September 7, the day of the Wyong Gold Cup meeting. It will be the first time in 12 years the most famous piece of silverware in Australian sport will be brought onto a Provincial Race Track on an actual Cup race day. The Cup will also make a tour of the Norah Head lighthouse, where it will be photographed as the sun rises over the ocean, and tour local schools, aged care facilities and Wyong Hospital. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is a tremendous opportunity for the people of the Central Coast to view arguably the most famous trophy in Australian sport,â&#x20AC;? Mayor Graham said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Besides Council, a

number of organisations have been working hard behind the scenes to ensure the Shire was on the list of places the Cup visited. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The efforts of Tony Drew at the Wyong Race Club, Karen McClaren from the Wyong Chamber of Commerce, Oliver Philpot from Central Coast Tourism and Mercure Kooindah Waters resort management should not go unnoticed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All have worked tirelessly to bring this event to the Coast and allow the Melbourne Cup to showcase our area to a national audience.â&#x20AC;? Wyong Race Club chief executive Tony Drew said he was expecting a record crowd for the Gold Cup Day. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s amazing that the Cup will be here on our Gold Cup day,â&#x20AC;? Mr Drew said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just a wonderful effort from everyone involved. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If we get some fair weather, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m anticipating a record crowd.â&#x20AC;? The Cup will also take pride of place at an official breakfast at Mercure Kooindah Waters, which will be attended by former champion jockey Malcolm Johnston and 1994 Melbourne Cup winning jockey Wayne Harris. At all events and

locations, the public will have an opportunity to be photographed with the Cup, for a small donation. All money raised during the Cupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s visit will go to Camp Breakaway. VRC chairman Michael Burn said the Melbourne Cup was arguably the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most travelled sporting trophy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Continuing to grow in appeal annually and reaching the Tourâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 10th year is a significant milestone,â&#x20AC;? Mr Burn said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;After visiting more than 210 towns and travelling more than 285,000 kilometres to engage hundreds of thousands of people since 2003, the VRC is proud to claim the Cup as the most travelled sporting trophy in the world.â&#x20AC;? Wyong Shire will share the Cupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s NSW spotlight alongside Muswellbrook, Newcastle, Gulargambone and Nyngan before finishing with corporate events in Sydney. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a competitive pool of tenders and we congratulate the 26 successful destinations for their efforts,â&#x20AC;? Mr Burn said. The 152nd running of the Emirates Melbourne Cup will take place on Tuesday, November 6.

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Irene Wheele devotes her life to Netball

by Katherine Ellis

he State Age Netball Championships played at Wyong District Netball Association’s (WDNA) Baker Park from Saturday, June 30, to Monday, July 2, was an especially busy period for WDNA’s rep convenor Irene Wheele.

Wheele has played a large part in the development of WDNA’s representative players in her role, which sees her organise selectors and the selection of representative squads and representative teams. She also co-ordinates uniforms, fitness programs, carnival entries and liaises with coaches, managers, fitness trainers, parents and Association executives. All of these duties, plus her responsibilities as president of the Bateau Bay Dolphins Netball Club (BBDNC), which she formed 16 years ago, makes for what Irene terms “quite a full day”, each Saturday of competition during netball season. “My [Saturday] often starts with an executive meeting at 7.30am,” said Ms Wheele. “I coach for my club in the 9am, 11.30am and 2.15pm rounds, and co-coach my representative team in the 3.30pm round,” she said. For Irene, her involvement with netball on the Central Coast began 31 years ago as a member of MingaraKillarney Netball Club before forming BBDNC with two other women in 1996. Irene formed the club to enter a team into the Division One competition at Wyong. “We were playing at the Bateau Bay Recreation Centre [now PCYC] and I was approached to help with registering the team because I had fulfilled that role previously with MingaraKillarney Netball Club,” she said.

Since forming the club, BBDNC has grown from eight teams in its first year to becoming the biggest netball club in the Wyong Shire, having 33 teams and 294 players registered for the 2012 season. “I believe our club is the biggest in the Wyong Shire because we try to do the right thing by all our members. “We also try to accommodate all our players, not just the players that want to play reps, but also the girls and ladies that want to just have some fun, stay fit and have social interaction each Saturday,” she said. Irene’s attitude toward BBDNC’s success at being such a large club is reflected in the way she approaches her role as its president. As well as chairing the monthly meetings and assisting in other committee members in running the club Irene said she believes in helping committee members to implement their initiatives, rather than overseeing their work. For Wheele, who no longer plays netball, part of her motivation to stay involved in the sport comes from past experience. “It helps keep me fit and mentally alert,” she said. But mostly, Irene is

motivated to spend every Saturday of the netball season out at Baker Park because of her role as a coach of both Wyong representative teams and teams in her own club. Being a coach is a motivating role for Irene because she gets to see her players grow and develop. “I coach young players as I love to work on teaching them the skills that they can use to hopefully become better players. “I also hope that they go on to become coaches in the future. “The discipline of sport can be a great life lesson as well,” said Irene. Wheele is particularly motivated to continue her involvement in netball by the development of an U14s Bateau Bay junior who also plays representative netball for WDNA. “We have a player in our representative team who already plays Division One at only 14 years of age. “Watching this girl play and seeing her be the best player in her representative age group knowing she is a Bateau Bay junior makes me very proud. “I will always remember her coming into her own at this stage,” she said.

WDNA president Mr Frank Passmore has similar motivation to Irene. “I want to make sure that Wyong Netball Association is seen to be up there with the best in NSW. “I hope that people and players enjoy coming to netball at Wyong,” said Passmore. Passmore said he likes being involved with sports administration, but is a family man at heart and continues his role with netball because his wife, children, and now grand children love the sport. The State Age Championships came to Wyong after having six new courts built, and repairs and resurfacing done to existing courts so that the minimum number of 28 courts could be met. As president of WDNA, Passmore assisted Netball NSW in running the State Championships at Baker Park, giving advice on the courts, PA systems and supporting the volunteers throughout their day. Irene, on the other hand, worked with the representative teams and WDNA executives, preparing them for the three days of competition. Irene thinks that hosting the State Age Championships

was not only beneficial to the Central Coast in terms of bringing revenue to the region, but also for showing off the Central Coast as a holiday destination.

“All the hotels and motels in the Entrance were fully booked out and I’m sure the same would have occurred in Gosford. “Another plus [of hosting the Championships] is showcasing our wonderful region to people who might never have been here before and showing them what a great tourist destination this could be,” said Wheele. In the State Championships, WDNA had some great results, according to Passmore. The U15s and U12s finished 14th, the U13s finished sixth, and WDNA’s best result came with the U14s representative side coming fifth. “These were excellent results given our size compared to Sydney Associations,” Passmore said.

Rock fishing claims another victim by Donna Wishart

he body of a rock fisherman has been found at Wybung rocks on the morning of Wednesday, July 11.

The alarm was raised by the man’s family when he didn’t return home the previous night. The Surf Rescue Emergency Response System was tasked to respond and volunteer duty officers from Central Coast and Hunter branches were called out, along with Wyong and Lake Macquarie council lifeguards. The body of the man was discovered soon after by Water Police. It appeared he was not wearing a lifejacket. The location of this latest accident was not far from where three teenagers drowned only weeks ago, apparently while rock fishing at Ghosties Beach. This latest tragedy means nine people have drowned in NSW while rock fishing in 2012 alone. “It appears we may be looking at yet another preventable tragedy,” said SLSNSW Lifesaving manager Mr Dean Storey. “It demonstrates that rock

fishing safety remains a big problem. “Rock fishing is the second highest cause of coastal drowning in NSW.” Surf Life Saving NSW is fast-tracking the coastal risk assessment of this area as part of a state-wide coastal risk assessment project. The area will now be assessed within the next few weeks, in partnership with local councils, national parks and community stakeholders. Funded by the NSW Government, ‘Project Blueprint’ is initially targeting the top 10 local government areas for drowning black spots, but will include assessments of every beach and rock platform in NSW over the next few years. The greater Wyong Shire area was to be assessed later this year, however, the project team is bringing this forward. Surf Life Saving NSW is urging rock fishermen to not put their lives on the line. “Always wear a lifejacket, check weather, swell and tide forecasts and never fish alone. “These simple, common sense actions could save your life,” said Mr Storey.

July 12, 2012 - GRANDSTAND - P7

Union

Gosford win match of round 11 osford defeated Terrigal in a very physical game of rugby at Gosford Showground in Round 11 of the Central Coast Rugby Union Competition held on Saturday, June 30.

The game was very close throughout and it was only in the final quarter of the match that Gosford was able to get ahead on the scoreboard. Gosford won the match by 26 points to 13. On a very soft surface, the match started at a frantic pace but the playing conditions were always going to make expansive rugby difficult. However, both sides were committed and the struggle at the breakdown was very physical. Terrigal opened the scoring in the 10th minute when five-eight Damien Woods kicked a penalty goal for the visitors to take a three points to nil lead. Despite the damp conditions underfoot, both sides made several incisive runs. Gosford soon squared the ledger when centre Tim Hill kicked a penalty goal to make the score three all. This remained the score line for quite a while. Midway through the first half, Gosford five-eight Adam Carlisle put a chip kick though and the ball was regathered by centre Josh McGlynn to cross for the opening try. Gosford had jumped to an eight points to three lead. The conversion from a relatively adjacent position was missed. Terrigal did not take long before they hit back

After a period of concerted attack, and following a series of mauls close to the line, Terrigal hooker Alex Farquhar was able to cross for the equalising try. A great conversion from the sideline by Damien Woods put Terrigal back into the lead by 10 points to eight. Both teams had several good players at this stage in the game. Adam Carlisle for Gosford was controlling things around the ruck, and he was well supported by loose forwards Andrew Moseley, Hugo Pike and Unuoi Vaenuku, who were all both making effective tackles. Terrigal were not let down in the loose forward department. Their loose forwards were also most aggressive at the breakdown, and they were ably led by No.8 and captain Ryan Metcalfe. Lock Phil Heard and hooker Alex Farquhar were also playing very well. Just prior to half time, Gosford kicked a penalty goal through Tim Hill, and they went to the break leading by a narrow 11 points to 10. It was a close and intense struggle throughout and the match could have gone either way at that stage. Terrigal also opened the scoring in the second half and regained the lead with a penalty goal. Terrigal had taken the lead by 13 points to 11 and this remained the score until the 12th minute of the second stanza. At that stage, Gosford replied with a further penalty goal. Tim Hill kicked the goal for Gosford to take the lead

by 14 points to 13 and they were never headed after that point. The game was certainly close but good Gosford defence was able to stop any significant Terrigal attack. The try of the match was scored at the midway point of the half when Adam Carlisle put flanker Andrew Moseley into a gap with a deft pass and Moseley was able to show good pace and race 40 metres untouched for a try in the corner. Gosford had increased the lead to 19 points 13 but the match was still very much up for grabs. It was not until the final 10 minutes of the match that the result was established. A backline movement saw Gosford winger Ben Goodenough cross in the corner, and the conversion of this try had placed Gosford with a very handy 26 points to 13 lead with time running out. Gosford took a lot from the win and the result established them in third spot on the ladder. The loss by Terrigal kept them out of the Top Four. Woy Woy scored their first win of the season when they defeated Warnervale by 24 points to 23 at Woy Woy Oval. In a great game of rugby with plenty of action, Woy Woy were able to hang on for victory. Both teams were able to cross for three tries in what was a close one throughout. Warnervale led by 10 points to eight at the half time break, and also by 21 to 18 late in the game. Woy Woy were able to score their final try late in the game to seal the win. Best for Woy Woy were

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Ourimbah were able to run in seven tries in the match and The Entrance were only able to reply with the single try. Best for Ourimbah were lock Tyler Jones, flanker Bradd Sheridan, who crossed for two tries, and back Steven Pike. The best player for The Entrance was Robbie Clydesdale, while Frank Munro was rewarded for a good game with a try in the first half. The win sees Ourimbah maintain their spot at the top of the competition ladder. Avoca Beach defeated Northlakes by 64 points to eight at Slade Park. The score indicated quite an easy victory for Avoca Beach but the match was a very physical one and Northlakes did push the visitors in the early stages of the match.

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Northlakes did score first but the further the match went the more dangerous Avoca Beach became. Avoca Beach scored eight of their nine tries from deep within their own half. Avoca Beach scored all their tries through their backs in what was a good display of running rugby. Best for Avoca Beach were winger Matt Maloney who posted 34 individual points with three tries and nine goals, while Justin Staben capped off a great game with two tries. Best for Northlakes were Reihana Hemopo, Matt Lanzini and Julian Campbell. Northlakes were hit with injuries before and during the game. Avoca Beach, with the win, maintained their second spot on the competition ladder.

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Woy Woy upset Ourimbah for their first win of the season ariong defeated Gosford at Kariong Oval by 39 points to eight in round 12 of the Central Coast Rugby Union competition held on Saturday, July 7.

After a fairly even struggle at the start, Kariong took control late in the first half to set up the win. Both teams made the best of the conditions in the opening stages of the match despite playing on a field that was extremely muddy in sections. Both teams had their chances in the opening 10 minutes, but it was Kariong who were to open the scoring with a try in the 12th minute of the first half. Flanker Afele Tongia crashed over for the try after a strong run. The conversion by halfback Scott Hanley saw Kariong take the lead by seven points to nil. Gosford were quick to hit back when outside centre Tim Hill kicked a penalty goal to bring the scores closer together at eight points to three. However, it was Kariong who was playing the more aggressive rugby. They were dominating field position and Gosford had major problems in getting out of the muddy conditions at their end of the field. Kariong kicked a penalty goal to go further ahead by 10 points to three. In the 25th minute of the half, Kariong went even further ahead on the

scoreboard when No.8 Moanna Talakai crashed over for the first of his two tries. Scott Hanley kicked the conversion once again and Kariong had jumped to a very handy 17 points to three lead. At this stage of the match, Kariong were dominant both on the scoreboard and on the paddock. Kariong kicked a further penalty goal, and scored a try late in the half to go to the half time break leading by 27 points to three. The match was all but over. Kariong had played some excellent rugby in the first half. Their forward pack as a whole had worked well as a unit. Best for Kariong were their flankers Afele Tongia and Steven Walls, as well as No.8 Moanna Talakia and half back Scott Hanley. Gosford were not in the match at this stage, but their lock Luke Hennig

never stopped trying and was all over the paddock. The game was put beyond doubt early in the second half when Kariong crossed for their fourth converted try to lead by 34 points to three. The second half never rose to any great standard and, although Gosford did make a better effort in the second half, Kariong played the half knowing that the game was secure. Both teams scored a try in the last quarter of the match to make the final score in favour of Kariong to the tune of 39 points to eight. The win by Kariong placed them level with Gosford on 36 points in third spot. Woy Woy caused one of the biggest upsets of the season when they defeated Ourimbah by 18 points to 17 at Ourimbah Rugby Park. Ourimbah did score three tries to two, but the goal kicking of Dan Campbell got the visitors

the victory. The match was a very even tussle from start to finish and the result could have gone either way. Ourimbah went to the half time break leading by 12 points to eight, having scored two tries to one in that period. However, the second half saw Woy Woy take the lead. Both teams scored a try apiece in the second half, but Woy Woy were able to hang on for the single point victory. Best for Woy Woy were prop Kevin Pike and Kane Burns. Ourimbah had several good players but none were better than their younger players, Chris Brady and Tyler Jones. It was certainly an upset result when the eighth placed team defeated the competition leaders but Woy Woy have been playing good rugby in recent weeks. Ourimbah, despite the loss, still lead the

competition. Terrigal were able to gain victory late in the game in the clash with Warnervale at Woongarrah Oval. Terrigal won by 28 points to 22 in another very close game of rugby. The game was evenly fought throughout, with neither team able to gain any major ascendancy. Warnervale went to the halftime break leading by 17 points to 15 and would have had high hopes of going on for victory. Warnervale maintained the lead until the last ten minutes of the match when Terrigal crossed for a try to take the lead in the match. The Terrigal side was able to hang on for the win from that point. It was a very tight victory for the Terrigal side but one that the team needed. Cameron Strachan had a good game for Terrigal scoring 13 individual points with a try and three goals. He was well supported by Joe Taylor and Jonathon Small.

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Best for Warnervale were Richard Aholelei, Jarryd Lees and Josh Rennie. Both teams will take a lot from the result. For Terrigal, it was their first win for several weeks and Warnervale know they played well despite it being another very close loss. Northlakes were easy victors over The Entrance at Slade Park, running out winners by 39 points to nil. Northlakes were in control from start to finish and were never in doubt of winning. Northlakes led by 15 points to nil at the half time break and then went on and scored a further 24 points in the second half to secure the win. Best for Northlakes were Jacob Fitzgerald, who scored three tries, back Paul Wilson and prop Matt Lanzini. The Entrance gave it their all and were best served by Adam Williams and Robbie Clydesdale.

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should not forget past achievements. If you would like your sport, club, school or team included and have information and photographs, please send them to us for consideration. Contact details are on page 2.

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Top two teams to meet in union round 13 by Larry Thomson

he Central Coast Rugby Union Round 13 Match of the Day this Saturday, July 14, will be the clash between Ourimbah and Avoca Beach at Ourimbah Rugby Park.

This will be a most crucial game in terms of the Premiership prospects of both teams. Avoca Beach is currently in first place on the ladder, while Ourimbah is close behind in second spot. Avoca Beach is coming off a bye last week so will be freshened up and ready to go. Ourimbah, on the other hand, had a surprise loss last Saturday and will still

be upset with that result. They know they will have to hit back quickly and will need to get on to that winning cycle as soon as possible. Ourimbah are at home, which will be to their advantage, but Avoca Beach are a team that will go all day. Ourimbah will rely heavily on their forward pack, but have lost the services of one of their loose forwards, Brett Marchant, who injured his leg last week. That is a big blow for Ourimbah, because he was so important to their general play as well as their lineout. Ourimbah have other forwards who will step up, players such as Brett

Cunningham, Tyler Jones and Bradd Sheridan. Avoca Beach have a good all round team, their pack of forwards are a well balanced unit, while their backs have the ability and the speed to turn any good ball into points. Both teams have reliable goal kickers, Michael Hourn from Ourimbah and Matt Maloney from Avoca Beach who have won many a game for their respective teams this year through their goal kicking prowess. This will be a tight game throughout and one that will more than likely go right down to the wire. Woy Woy will host Northlakes at Woy Woy Oval in what will be one of the more interesting matches this weekend.

Woy Woy are coming off a sensational win last Saturday against Ourimbah and will be most keen to keep their form going. It has been a huge turnaround in their form this year for Woy Woy. They started the season so inconsistently, but in recent weeks, have put it all together. Northlakes are also coming off a win last weekend and will push the home side all the way. Both teams have very similar team structures and both teams like to spin the ball around. Northlakes piled on the points last week and will be most keen to do the same this week. However, this game will be much tighter, although it

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could still be a high scoring fixture. Warnervale are at home to Kariong on Saturday at Woongarrah Oval. Kariong played excellent wet weather rugby last Saturday and were most dominant in their win against Gosford. Although travelling away from Kariong, they will go into this game as firm favourites based on their recent form. Warnervale at home, however, can never be taken lightly. Warnervale played well last week against Terrigal and led the game until the final 10 minutes. They play very structured rugby and are most committed at the breakdown.

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Community Compass plays a vital role on the Coast, working with nonprofit organisations in financial management. Community Compass works directly with organisational boards, nonprofit leaders, treasurers and financial administrators

offering training, mentoring and up-to-date information on reporting requirements in the community sector. Youth Inspired is a program that supports young people aged 16-25 to become involved in leading and running local sporting clubs. Youth Inspired entails a range of educational workshops in the areas of club governance, managing volunteers, committee roles and conducting meetings. Geared for youth, Youth Inspired involves a personal development weekend camp, team building exercises and public speaking opportunities. Together, Community Compass and Youth Inspired will mentor, equip and

encourage young people to take up and engage with the intricacies of club leadership, particularly in the area of financial management. Community Compass Inc executive officer Ms Adele Johns said: “It’s a perfect blend.” “Youth Inspired has a passion to encourage young people to take up community leadership in our sports clubs. “We, at Community Compass, are able to provide the tools to build the capacity of these young leaders and through them strengthen our local sports clubs. “We look forward to this collaborative effort in sustaining our sporting clubs toward a brighter future.”

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Kariong will know they in a game of rugby on Saturday but their size and experience will more than likely see them through to victory. The Entrance meet Terrigal at Joseph Banks oval this Saturday. Terrigal had a very meritorious win last Saturday and should continue that winning form against The Entrance this Saturday. The Entrance will never say die but have had a most difficult season on the paddock. They are up against a team who must win to stay touch in the semi-final race so it will not be an easy afternoon for The Entrance team.

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Football

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Top two meet in Round 13 yoming and Berkeley Vale football teams have both bounced back from surprise losses to record big wins in Round 13 of the CountryNet Mens Premier League competition played on Sunday, July 8, setting the scene for next Sunday’s (July 15) crucial encounter between the two clubs at Alan Davidson Park.

For the second time this season, Wyoming has inflicted a huge defeat over Doyalson. After winning their first round match 10-0, Wyoming has followed up with a 9-0 win in their match, played at the recently-opened Hamlyn Terrace Oval following the closure of the Doyalson RSL field. After being held scoreless by Kanwal the previous week for the first time in 19 matches, it took Wyoming just four minutes to score and they totally dominated

the entire match from there on, scoring four goals in the first half and five in the second. Daniel Surridge and Jack North each scored hat tricks with Nathan Moseley (2) and Daniel Edwards also scoring. North’s three goals took his season’s tally to 12 and moved him to the top of the Premier League goal scoring list. Berkeley Vale also dominated their match against an under strength The Entrance team right from the start and lead 2-0 after just 10 minutes. Although Jimmy De Moulin did pull a goal back for the visitors, Berkeley Vale quickly regained control and ran out comfortable 5-1 winners. Troy Mumford and Brenton Olmozer each scored twice, with Mumford moving to second place in the goal tally with 10 goals. Scott Imberger, who also scored, is just two behind his team mate with eight goals. Killarney District withstood a late rally to defeat Budgewoi 4-3 in

their third vs fourth match at EDSAAC North. With just eight minutes left, Killarney looked set for a comfortable win, leading 4-0 after goals to Nathan Byrn (2), Matt Lawrence and the club’s promising 17-year-old Matthew Hall. However, in a hectic finish, Budgewoi pulled back three late goals, two to Jai Kelly and the other to Craig Simpson and narrowly missed out on pulling off a shock draw. The result sees Killarney District leap frog Budgewoi

back into third spot, four points behind the joint leaders, Wyoming and Berkeley Vale. East Gosford’s semi-final hopes were dealt a blow when they were beaten 1-0 by Avoca at Pluim Park field two, the match having been transferred on Sunday morning from Hylton Moore Oval. The result came on the back of Avoca’s draw with Umina and saw them move out of the relegation zone for the first time since Round four and up to seventh

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place, their highest in the season so far. The only goal of the match came midway through the second half through Avoca’s former representative player, Keenan Crum. The loss left East Gosford in sixth place, five points adrift of fourth spot. Umina came from behind to defeat Kanwal 3-1 at Wadalba Sports Complex. Kanwal’s goal scoring hero from their upset win over Wyoming, Aidan Sippel, again found the net to give his team the early lead.

Josh Schumann equalised for Umina to have the game tied up at 1-1 at half-time. Matt Goodwin then gave Umina the lead in the second half, before Schumann confirmed the result with his second goal. After dropping down to fifth place following their scoreless draw against Avoca, the defending premiers moved back up to equal fourth place with Budgewoi.

Football safety o o t b a l l Fe d e r at i o n Australia (FFA) has partnered with the Australian C o m p e t i t i o n and Consumer Commission (ACCC) to help keep kids and teenagers safe around football goals.

“FFA is proud to be part this important safety

awareness campaign that affects everyone in the football community,” FFA chief executive officer Mr Ben Buckley said. Melbourne Victory Captain and safe goalposts ambassador Adrian Leijer said: “Unsafe football goals can kill.” “If I didn’t stay safe during my growing years, I wouldn’t be where I am today.” Football coaches, teachers, parents and

volunteers as well as sports associations, football clubs and local councils are being urged by the FFA and ACCC to ‘Anchor, Check, Respect’ their goalposts after growing concerns in Australia and worldwide about the safety of moveable football goals. “With at least seven deaths in Australia plus an injury leading to a person becoming paraplegic, it’s critical that moveable soccer goals are safe and correct

and treated with respect, both on and off the game,” ACCC deputy chair Delia Rickard said. Unstable moveable football goals have been associated with at least 40 deaths and a range of serious injuries worldwide, plus the recent death of a 10-year-old boy in the United States last year. Deaths and injuries are caused by blunt force injuries and trauma to the

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head, neck, chest and limbs. Moveable football goals can be popular as they’re able to be relocated and used on different fields. The safety concerns mainly lie with those that weigh 28 kilograms or more. “If you’re involved with kids’ soccer and moveable goalposts are used, make sure they’re anchored securely and correctly into the ground, and then check that they are stable before

they’re used. “If they’re not safe, don’t use them,” Ms Rickard said. Leijer, who features in the new YouTube video “Anchor, Check, Respect: The Game Plan for Moveable Soccer Goal Safety”, also urges adults to ensure moveable football goals are safe “not just during games: kids will be kids, so please keep in mind that goalposts need respect at all times”.

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At a special combined meeting on Thursday, May 31, the Councils agreed to set up a new joint service arm to bring together their ‘back office’ functions like information technology, human resources, finance, motor vehicles and customer service as a way of bringing about efficiency savings and better practices. “This is a landmark decision for the Central Coast”, said Gosford mayor Cr Laurie Maher. “Not only have we agreed on a model for

the Water Corporation, but by bringing together our IT platforms, pooling resources like vehicles and equipment, and streamlining our business practices, in the long term, we’ll save millions of dollars that can be reinvested in vital community services like roads, stormwater, parks and libraries.” Last November, the Councils employed expert consultants, PricewaterhouseCoopers, to conduct a cost beneﬁt analysis of potential business models for the

newly created Central Coast Water Corporation. One of the main objectives was to ﬁnd a way to transfer the functions of water and wastewater management to the Corporation without any negative impact on the rest of the Councils’ business. “Once we started looking at it under a long-term model, it quickly became apparent that combining our efforts in back ofﬁce needs would bring about the biggest gains”, said mayor Cr Maher. While several models

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the research, it just makes plain good sense.” Mayor Cr Graham said “the proposal provides a best value outcome for the Central Coast community while ensuring guaranteed delivery of essential services of water and sewerage”. “This decision is all about putting the Central Coast ﬁrst,” said mayor Cr Graham. “Better water services alone will go a long way to attracting business to the Coast and help stimulate the local economy, but this delivers a lot more.” A transitional action plan to map out implementation of the decision will be considered by a further

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hree retail outlets in Erina were damaged by a fire in the early hours of the morning on Friday, June 15. Norman outlet on Karalta Lane, which backed onto the properties affected on Karalta Rd, or the nearby Good Guys outlet. FRNSW Zone Commander Superintendent David Turner said he was proud of the fire-fighters who battled the blaze. “The fire spread very quickly because of the high fire load inside some of the commercial premises, but the techniques we used, including a ‘wall of water’ from our hoses and aerial pumper, stopped it spreading further and saved some valuable property,” Superintendent Turner said. “It was a long night, but I am proud of all the firefighters for their work.” Media release, 15 Jun 2012 Tom Cooper, FRNSW Photos: Greg Burch

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Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews received a number of Triple Zero (000) calls from 2.40am. A total of eight fire trucks were despatched, with 70 fire-fighters, including both permanent and retained (on-call), fighting the blaze for four hours, using hoses and spraying from aerial booms. The fire was believed to have started in One Stop Fashion, before spreading to Amaze N Play and Casey’s Toys. The fire engulfed the toy shop, but fire-fighters were able to save the adjoining JB HiFi store, and the Roads and Maritime Authority office. They used Thermal Imaging cameras to check for any fire spots. FRNSW fire-fighters also prevented fire from spreading to the Harvey

QC recently provided its report to the NSW Government on the claims by Reed Construction alleging DEC and RMS owe Reed money for work on education and road projects. “RMS’ legal teams reviewed the independent determination to understand its implications and also reviewed Reed’s responses to letters issued by RMS on 14 May 2012 about Reed’s ability to carry out its contractual obligations. “RMS has assured me the projects will be completed, while ensuring public funds are used responsibly,” he said. Media Release, 28 May 2012 Lance Northey, Office of Duncan Gay MLC

oads and Maritime Services (RMS) will start negotiations with a number of contractors immediately after deciding to end its contractual arrangements with Reed Constructions.

MS has four road projects affected by Reed’s financial difficulties including the Central Coast Highway upgrade from Carlton to Serpentine Rds. “It was decided by RMS to terminate Reed’s services and ensure the priority was for the important road projects to be completed as soon as possible,” said NSW Roads Minister Mr Duncan Gay. The NSW Government has been working with Reed Constructions since it indicated in late February it was experiencing financial difficulties. “It is not appropriate for the Government to use taxpayers’ money to simply “bail out” a company experiencing financial difficulties,” Mr

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Football

Killarney Vale score 5 to stay on top

by Val Bridge

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Angela Beattie uses her head but misses the target

Lisa Sullivan.... Gosford midfielder

ust two points separate leaders Killarney, on 27, and Gosford, on 25, with both teams having convincing away wins on Sunday, July 8.

Gosford travelled to Tuggerah and came away with three points after defeating the home team 3-1 and Killarney, hosted by a struggling Wyoming, secured three points with a thumping 5-0 win. Killarney now have nine wins from 12 games, but have lost three. Standout player for Gosford was Lisa Sullivan who seemed to be making the play all over the park. No matter what Tuggerah did, Sullivan was there to spur the Dragons win onto their seventh win of the season. In a sometimes spiteful encounter, Gosford maintained their composure and never looked likely to lose the game. Umina hosted Doyalson for a clash for third place

with Doyalson taking the honours with a 4-1 win over their southern contenders, putting them in third place with a game in hand. The next few games will be vital for all four of these squads in securing a top four placing. Avoca came away with a convincing 3-1 win over long standing rivals, The Entrance, while Kariong lost out to Kanwal in an entertaining game that saw Kanwal eventually take the points with a 2-1 win. The early form that saw Kariong rise to WPL status seems to be evaporating as they now linger in mid table with 15 points from 11 games and look doubtful to catch the top four. With just over a month of games remaining, the current top four teams look likely to be playing off against each other for grand final contention. Both Tuggerah and Kanwal have outside chances of making the top four, but in football, anything is possible.

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Sterjovski signs for Mariners ormer Qantas Socceroos utility Mile Sterjovski has agreed to an initial one-season contract with the Central Coast Mariners.

The experienced and highly regarded Sterjovski, 33, who represented Australia under Guus Hiddink and Mariners boss Graham Arnold at the 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany, arrived on the Central Coast on Monday, July 9, to formalise his deal with the yellow and navy. Having worked with Sterjovski for many years with the National Team, Arnold spoke of his delight that the former LOSC Lille, FC Basel and Derby County player will link with the 2011-12 Hyundai A-League Premiers.

“I’ve known Mile for a long time and he will bring a lot of quality and experience to our squad,” Arnold said. “He is a great guy who will fit in perfectly with the culture we have built at the Mariners. “Mile knows where the back of the net is and I am looking forward to him getting some goals for the Club.” Meanwhile, Arnold said the forthcoming addition of Sterjovski to Central Coast’s roster would assist his many young players in their professional development. “Our squad has nine Australian players under the age of 22,” he said. “Our belief is in Australian youth again at the Mariners next season and this policy has served us well in the past. “Mile’s experience in

testing leagues overseas and with the Socceroos will help our young boys enormously.” After Sterjovski signs, the Mariners will have 22 of a possible 23 players contracted for the 2012-13 campaign. Arnold indicated he intended to leave one place open for the time being. Sterjovski played for Wollongong, Sydney United and Parramatta in the National Soccer League before enjoying a fruitful career abroad. He returned to play for Perth Glory in the Hyundai A-League in 2009, and most recently turned out for Chinese Super League side Dalian Aerbin. The Central Coast Mariners 2012-13 Hyundai A-League Squad is: Mathew Ryan, Daniel

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McBreen, Joshua Rose, Pedj Bojic, Zac Anderson, Patrick Zwaanswijk, John Hutchinson, Adriano Pellegrino, Bernie Ibini,

Tomas Rogic, Oliver Bozanic, Troy Hearfield, Michael McGlinchey, Brad McDonald, Trent Sainsbury, Alex Wilkinson, Mile

Sterjovski, Adam Kwasnik, Mitchell Duke, Anthony Caceres, James Oates and Justin Pasfield.

Mariners’ youth too old for Young Socceroos antas Young Socceroos head coach Paul Okon selected a 23-player squad for the AFC U22 Championship Qualifiers which began on July 5 and will continue until July 15 in Pekanbaru, Sumatra, Indonesia from 5 to 15 July 2012.

Seventeen members of the current squad were

drawn from the ranks of the Hyundai A-League clubs with two from the State League (NSW and SA), one player form the Australian Institute of Sport, one player un-contracted and two overseas based players in Giancarlo Gallifuoco (Tottenham Hotspur, England) and Aaron Lennox (Queen’s Park Rangers, England). No players were selected from the Central Coast Mariners Youth League

despite the team having won the National Youth League competition. In response to a question put to the Central Coast mariners chairman by Central Coast Grandstand, the club said it understood Okon’s decision to try and give experience to a young team in this instance. “Australian U22 Coach Paul Okon decided to take a rather young team to the qualifiers in Indonesia. “While we do have

players in our squad that are eligible, most of them are 20 or 21 whereas the bulk of this team is 17-18-yearolds.” Terry Antonis and Jake Barker-Daish were both members of the Qantas Young Socceroos squad that went to last year’s FIFA U-20 World Cup, while Corey Brown, Connor Chapman, Mitch Cooper, Jesse Makarounas, Yianni Perkatis, Anthony Proia and Riley Woodcock were part of the Qantas Joeys that made the Round of 16 at the 2013 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Mexico. Although the upcoming tournament is for U22 players, Football Federation Australia took the decision to field the Qantas Young Socceroos (U20 players) in the competition as part of their preparations for the AFC U-19 Championship which will be held in the

United Arab Emirates in November, which will also serve as the qualifiers for the 2013 FIFA U-20 World Cup which will be held in Turkey next June-July. The delay of the start of tournament from the originally scheduled date of 23 June had presented a number of headaches for Okon, in particular to the availability of overseas based players, but he said he was optimistic about his team’s chances. “Our recent training camp in Brisbane was very positive and gave us a good indication on the level of the players,” said Okon. “We were planning on having more overseasbased players in the squad, but with the tournament start postponed by two weeks most of the players that we were considering already had to return to their respective clubs to

commence pre-season training. “This tournament will be a tough challenge for the boys with five matches to be played in ten days. “Fitness will be a key factor in dealing with the frequency of matches and the hot and humid conditions we will encounter in Indonesia. “We will also be playing against players who are possibly two years older than most of our players so the experience and benefits that we will gain from this tournament will be doubled,” concluded Okon. The top two teams from Group E and the best third placed team of all groups (total 15) will then progress to the AFC U-22 Championship which will be played in January 2014.

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Bowls

Gosford wins RSL Pennant

by Rex Brown

osford City Bowling Club has been successful in winning the RSL number one Pennant for the fourth consecutive year;

this year, it was against Munmorah. Taking place on Wednesday, June 27, the game looked to be easily won by Gosford until a last minute effort by Munmorah

brought the score within one shot with three ends to go. The last three ends saw great play by both teams ultimately culminating in a 40-34 victory to Gosford City.

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Bowls

Men’s Majors take to the green

Delegates Day at Umina

by Barry Middleton

by Robin Davis

e l e g a t e s d e s c e n d e d on Umina Beach Bowling Club for District resident Lesley Swales’ Special Day and Delegates Day on Monday, July 2.

Dave Spiers, president Miles Bastow and Michael Waddington

oukley RSL Bowling Club hosted the RSL Men’s Major Singles Final on Saturday, June 30, which saw David Spiers and Michael Waddington take to the green.

Club president Mr Miles Bastow was the maker for the competition. David opened his account by scoring two shots on the first end, but by the completion of the ninth end David and Michael were

locked at six all. “Both competitors were bowling extremely well and managing the green and the conditions competently,” said Toukley RSL Bowling Club publicity officer Mr Barry Middleton. At the conclusion of the 14th end the score was David nine shots and Michael 10 shots and, by this time, the sun was beginning to fade and so did the speed of the green. Both bowlers started to put down shots that were short.

By the completion of the 23rd end, Michael was 23 shots and David was 17. “The spectators were now becoming more involved and were applauding in appreciation at the high standard of bowling that both competitors were producing,” said Mr Middleton. At the completion of the 29th end, David was 23 shots and Michael was 29 shots and bowling more confidently as the match progressed. Not to be deterred, David

gained another two shots on the 31st end and was holding another three shots on the 32nd end. Michael then delivered the perfect drive shot that took the jack back into the ditch and thereby scored one shot and was the winner of the Toukley RSL Major Singles Championship for 2012. “Both bowlers are to be congratulated on their sportsmanship and behaviour during this marathon encounter,” said Mr Middleton.

Central Coast RSL wins State Title entral Coast RSL Fours Champions from The Greens, The Entrance, have won the RSL State Title in bowls.

John Edwards, Mal Campbell, Richard Thornton and Tony Bridge

Tony Bridge, Mal Campell, John Edwards and Richard Thornton defeated Dee Why RSL 21 to 11 to take out the title.

After a guard of honor and morning tea chairman of selection, Ms Beryl Brown invited all to take to the greens for a morning of bowls. “The auditorium was decorated in a lovely mauve theme with a gorgeous mauve cake which had been made by district vice president Winsome Wallace and decorated by Wamberal president Margaret McCreadie,” said Central Coast District Women’s Bowling Association publicity officer Ms Robyn Davis. President Lesley, executive committee and invited guests were then welcomed for lunch by all the delegates. Lesley’s special guests were her sister Jan Burton

representing the family and longtime friend from the Umina Beach club Pat Frost. They started bowls together some 25 years ago. “President Lesley was given two gifts from the District, firstly a fun one, and then a lovely leather bag which could be worn as a backpack,” said Ms Davis. Umina Beach president Ms Gwen Jarratt also presented Lesley with a gift from their club. President Lesley thanked everyone for attending especially her sister Jan and friend Pat. The winners and losers of the day were drawn at random and given a gift each. Toastmistress Ms Dianne Elsom thanked all who helped on the day. The Umina ladies were presented with either a Friendship pin or gift for their assistance. The day concluded with two skits performed by delegates from Halekulani and Munmorah United.

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On the way through the competition, they defeated favourite competitors Raymond Terrace 19 to 17 in the semi final, as well as Port Macquarie 34 to 11 in the quarter-finals and Wollongong RSL 24 to 14 in round one. Trevor Shoveller subbed for Tony Bridge in the round one game.

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Bowls

Ettalong clean sweeps the Zone Singles Titles

by Bob Bourke

t and About

Harley McDonald, John Roberts and Steve Balsdon

Fred calls it a I day by Bob Bourke

fter playing Pennants for 50 years, Fred Slaviero of Toukley District Bowling Club has decided that after the 2012 Pennant season, he will bring down the curtain on a long pennant career.

A highlight of his career was when he was in the Halekulani side that won the 2002 NSW State Grade1 Pennant. Fred started playing bowls 55 years ago while in Townsville before moving down to Sydney where, in

1976, he was in the Mt Lewis side that won the NSW State Grade 4 Pennant. In 1988, he reached the quarter ﬁnals of the Sydney Champion of Champions Singles. Since moving to Toukley in 1993 Fred has notched up an impressive list of wins in the Mixed Fours 1997, Mixed Pairs 1996 and 1997, Major Singles in 1994 and 1996, Major Pairs in 1997 and 1998 and both the Triples and Fours in 1997. With no more pennants, Fred will have more time to pursue another of his interests, and that’s to go ﬁshing.

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n the Zone 15 Major Singles Final at The Greens, The Entrance, on Sunday, July 1, nobody predicted that 18 year old Ettalong Memorial Bowling Club’s upand-coming star, Harley McDonald could beat his club mate and World ranked No 4 Aron Sherriff.

With both bowlers showing superb drawing skills and positional play, mixed with deadly accurate on-shots when required, Aron showed the way in the early stages but Harley kept his cool and pushed Aron hard with both executing brilliant conversion shots that drew applause from the spectators.

Over the last 15 ends, Harley applied relentless pressure and scored 15 shots to Aron’s five that saw Harley come from seven shots down to take the title 33-29. A gracious Aron Sherriff said, as he was packing up his bowls, that “Harley played great bowls and went for the pressure shots and got them”. He went on to say: “This was one of the hottest finals I’ve been in.” A still stunned Harley said: “It was a pleasure to play Aron in the final.” “He’s a good club mate.” Two rinks away the 2012 Zone 15 Senior Singles Final was another feast of fine bowls from two of the Central Coast’s most experienced bowlers in Tony Swaine from Terrigal Bowling Club and Harley McDonald’s coach and mentor John Roberts

representing Ettalong Memorial Bowling Club. The two crafty Seniors engaged in a classic battle of tactics and position drawing with both scoring mostly ones and twos per end until the last two ends when the Ettalong master John Roberts rattled off a four and a two to seal the match 31-22. Ettalong completed the clean sweep of the singles titles when Steve Balsdon took on Wyong’s Greg Bartlett in the Presidents

Reserve Singles Final and took the lead with a three on end four which was the start of a barrage of shots that Greg just couldn’t match and Steve powered away to claim the title 32-12. At the Presentation Ceremony in The Greens’ club house the Marker for the Major Singles, Bowls Central Coast-Zone 15 president Kevin Dring said: “It was an honour to mark a superb match played in the true spirit of the game.”

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Cricket at The Entrance celebrates its Centenary he ﬁrst cricket ground at The Entrance was a paddock located behind the Tuggerah Guest House, now the site of Ebbtide Mall.

The club was formed in 1911-12 and played in matches in the Wyong area. The Wyong District Cricket Association (WDCA) was formed in 1912-13. The competition fielded teams from Wyong, Long Jetty, Tuggerah, Tumbi Umbi, The Entrance, Ravensdale, Yarramalong, Tacoma, Wyong Creek and Dooralong. In the 1920s to the 1940s The Entrance District Cricket

Club (TEDCC) was active in the WDCA competition on Saturdays and against teams from Sydney and Newcastle on Sundays. Players came from many of the pioneering families of The Entrance including Swaddling, Denniss, Taylor, Clifford, Barrance and Gleeson. Many of the players worked in their family owned guest houses and were excellent at finding grade cricketers who were staying at the boarding houses, then offering them a game of cricket. When the First World War started in 1914 there were only about 50 permanent residents at The Entrance, but of course in the holiday

season there were hundreds of visitors staying in the guest houses and camping tents along the channel. In the 1920s, the Chipperfield family came to live at Long Jetty. They built a home in circ. 1930 just opposite the Tuggerah Lakes Memorial Club now Diggers @ The Entrance. Jack Chipperfield was the local boot maker. His son Arthur, the eldest of three boys, was an outstanding cricketer. His talent saw him selected as an Australian representative from 193438. He played in 14 tests. Also in the early 1920s, Les and Austin Taylor and

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The Entrance Cricket team of 1912 Mrs Adella Denning, the children of Richard Taylor, decided that they would dedicate a parcel of land to Erina Shire Council for a community park. It was known as The Entrance Park and is now known as Taylor Park. It became the home of cricket in The Entrance. The Entrance was first grade premiers in 193435 and finished second in the 1936-37 season and continued to play in the Wyong District competition, remembering the TEDCC only had one team. TEDCC entered the Gosford District Cricket Association (GDCA) in the 1947-48 season in first grade. In the 1950-51 season, TEDCC were first grade premiers and repeated this feat in both 1952-53 and 1953-54. It was in 1948-49 that TEDCC fielded a second

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grade side as well. The club had further success in 1959-60 winning the first grade premiership. Throughout the early 1960s TEDCC was competitive and still had a first and second grade team. In 1966-67 the club was first grade premiers and in 1968-69 fielded the second team in third grade which became premiers in their first year in that grade. The 1970-71 season saw the formation of the GosfordWyong District Cricket Association (GWDCA) and TEDCC fielded three teams, the first, third and fourth grade. The club would have to wait another 17 years before another premiership with both fourth and fifth named premiers in 1987-88. From the 1990s onwards TEDCC has become extremely strong force in Central Coast cricket, both on and off the field.

The development of juniors which commenced in the 1970s, the businesslike approach of the club’s administration including corporate sponsorship, the coaching programs and the ability of the club to have the right mix of youth and experience on the playing field, have combined to see the club take out premierships throughout the graders as well as being Club Champions on a number of occasions. Indeed, from the 199697 season through to the 2010-11 season (the last 15 seasons) TEDCC did not rate lower than fifth in the District Club Championship out of the 12 to 13 clubs on the Central Coast. This is a truly wonderful achievement and a testament to the strength, depth, character and spirit of the club.

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Sports History

Robert Beardslee

obert Beardslee, who was born on December 14, 1946, at New London, Connecticut, USA, was included in the Significant Men of the Central Coast book published in 2007.

His inclusion was due to his long term involvement with athletics on the Central Coast. He married Margaret in 1985 and had four children, Ian, Paul, Fiona and Julie.

Astronomy and Antique cars are listed as his hobbies. He and his family now live at Tumbi Umbi. Robert studied in the USA and New Zealand, working at a variety of casual jobs during 1964-1971, to pay his way through university. From 1972-1976, he taught Maths, Auto Engineering, Physical Education and Social Studies, at Henderson High School in New Zealand before moving to Clifton High School in Queensland,

teaching Maths, Science and Physical Education. In 1981, he started teaching the Preapprenticeship Training Scheme at Boystown Beaudesert, Queensland before starting a Clothing Manufacturing and Sportswear business. Moving to Sydney in 1982, he taught Tech Drawing, Technics, Art and Maths at The Scots College, and then started Connecticut Antique Auto USA Restoration repair, and sales of collector cars from 1987-1992. His business interests from 1992 to 2009 included Central Coast Bead Blasting Cabinet manufacturing, Self Storage, Factory construction and renovation, Antique and Classic Auto Restoration Clothing Manufacturer. Robert’s academic credentials include a B.A (Ed), S.A.E, M.I.A.M.E. Robert’s sports history goes back to when he was 15 running the mile and was included in the USA National ranking. He left the USA in 1967 to train with Arthur Lydiard in New Zealand and also trained with Murray Halberg for six year from 1969-75. He competed in World Veteran Championships 1988, 1990 and 2001 and as raced Marathons in Sydney,

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Melbourne, New York and Boston PB in two hours 32 minutes. He coached the Queensland Schoolboy Basketball Team in 1979 and took part in the Queensland Cross Country Team in 1982. He became a Connecticut Certified Basketball Official 1989, 1990 and Australian Basketball Referee and Coach 1972-1986, 19931994. He has coached the Mingara Athletics Club since 2000, World Champion ID athlete Andrew Newell since 2004, and National Marathon Champion Paul

Arthur since 2002. Robert believed that being a volunteer is a state of mind, and that a big part of your life can be helping other people. He includes Life Coaching in his athletics coaching as he believes athletes need to be secure and happy in their own lives before they can reach their potential. He put up his hand to take the Presidents role in the ailing Region of Athletics, where he said he hoped to reinstate regional cooperation and competition to benefit the athletes. Motivation plays a major part in his inspiration as he

shows his charges how they can believe in what they can be. Robert backboned the clubs successful long distance Sunday run which started most Sundays at Palmdale, and took in up to 30 km of the beautiful Ourimbah Forest. His versatility in coaching must be noticed, as he concurrently coached Australia’s National 100m AWD champion Andrew Newell and the National Marathon Champion Paul Arthur.

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Wyoming Football Club A proud history

by Kevin Best and Alistair Kennedy

ormed on February 26, 1970, and admitted into the Central Coast Soccer Association (CCSA) a month later, the Wyoming Soccer (now Football) Club has grown to become a hallmark club on the Central Coast with an outstanding list of achievements.

The rise of the club from the mid-1970s onwards was quite remarkable, although it must be said that the influx of young families from Sydney to the Narara and Wyoming areas contributed substantially to the club’s expansion. Nevertheless, much of the credit must go to the coaches and parents who persevered during those first few years when Wyoming was the newest and smallest club on the Coast, and when their teams were regularly on the wrong end of double figure score lines. Wyoming was not the first soccer club to represent the area. It effectively replaced the ailing Narara-Wyoming Soccer Club which had played (in black and white quartered shirts) at Alan Davidson Park since the mid-1960s. Although a moderately successful junior club in its time, Narara-Wyoming’s main claim to fame lay in the fact that, in 1967, they won the senior (all-age) premiership at their first attempt, defeating Wyong 7-6 (and not a penaltyshootout) in what must have been a remarkable grand final. By 1970, however, Narara-Wyoming had all but folded, and that year only one team (U14) represented the club for the last time. The new Wyoming club had its origins at a Sunday afternoon meeting held at Alan Davidson Park in Renwick St, Wyoming, attended by a number of parents previously connected with the old club, together with other interested parents. With the blessing of the Central Coast Soccer Association (CCSA) a public notice was issued inviting the parents of prospective players (boys only) to attend a further meeting at the Wyoming Progress Hall in

1970 U7B1s semi finalists Ronald Ave. The inaugural meeting of the Wyoming Soccer Club then took place on February 26, 1970, at the home of Laurie O’Malley, subsequently to become the new club’s treasurer. The club’s yellow and black colours, and tiger logo, were decided after consultation with John Jury from the CCSA. About 20 interested parents attended and over the following weeks they were able to round up sufficient numbers to field five junior teams in the 1970 CCSA competition: two U7s, one U8 and one U9, all in their respective B grade competitions and one U11 in the sole A grade competition in that age group. The club’s colours were, as they are now, yellow and black, although the shirts then were yellow with narrow black vertical stripes. The format for junior soccer in those early years was that all teams, from U6 upwards, played competition soccer, 11 a side, on full sized fields and with semifinals, finals and grand finals. The first move towards the present day noncompetition format for the younger age groups began in 1976 when the finals series was eliminated for the U6 and U7 age groups, and the premiership was decided on a first-past-the-

post basis. Between them the five teams of 1970 played a total of 66 matches, winning only seven, drawing five and losing the remaining 54. The two older teams were little more than cannon fodder, not surprisingly as most boys were playing for the first time and were competing against wellestablished teams with experienced players. Neither the U9s nor the U11s won a match that season and they conceded a staggering 321 goals in their combined total of 34 matches. The U9s however did have their moment of glory

when, against eventual premiers, The Entrance, they managed to score their first goal. The Central Coast Express of June 15, 1970, captured the excitement: “After The Entrance had scored early in the game, the Wyoming side swept through the field in copybook style to score the team’s first ever goal, the heroes of the moment were Peter Dorrough and Stephen Kinkade and the shot was kicked into the goal by the promising new centre half, Michael Stowe”. Alas, the euphoria was to be short-lived, not only was it their first goal of the year, it

was also destined to be their last. To add insult to injury, The Entrance came back to win that particular match 15-1. However 1970 was not all gloom and doom for the fledgling club. The three younger teams, right from the start, were all competitive, and the U7B1 team, coached by Margaret Reynolds, had the distinction of becoming Wyoming’s first semi-finalists, finishing third of the 10 teams in the competition. They won the minor semi-final, defeating Wyong 1-0 in the second period of extra-time before going

down by a similar score to Umina in a replayed final, the first match remaining deadlocked, again after two periods of extra-time. The team included several players who would go on and represent Wyoming for many years, including Glenn Pudsey, Martin Dorrough and Mark Porter, the latter, in 1986, becoming the first player to receive a 15-year award and still playing with the club in its 21st season. In 1971, the President’s Trophy, a perpetual team trophy for Wyoming’s most successful team, was awarded retrospectively to that U7B1 team of 1970. The other highlight of that first season, and it reflected the club spirit and organisation which have become the hallmark of the Wyoming Club, came at the CCSA’s Gala Day in midseason. Wyoming won both the March Past and the prize for the most decorative float, and according to newspaper reports of the day, certainly left a good impression on the older, more established clubs. That first year’s committee was headed by Clive Wennerbom, who was president for six of the first seven years of the Club’s life, vice-president Ron Short, secretary John Harris, treasurer Laurie O’Malley, and publicity officer Sheila Astolfi. It was the groundwork laid by these dedicated parents which had allowed the Club to overcome the setbacks of that first season and to set it on the road to its future success.

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League

Junior League Development Day he 2012 Woy Woy Junior Rugby League Development Day was held on Tuesday, July 3, at Rogers Park in Woy Woy and saw 120 boys and girls participate in the event.

The Development Day was run by the Woy Woy Junior Rugby League Football Club and the

by Brain Wright

Australian Rugby League (ARL). The children were broken into groups of 10, which were then named after state of origin players. Each team then worked its way around 12 skills stations with15 minutes at each station. Every child received a show bag consisting of a football, drink bottle, posters, stickers and other goodies.

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News

Debra Rae wins Munmorah Major Singles

by Helen Stevenson

unmorah United lady bowlers have completed the Major Singles for 2012.

Major Singles Winner Debra Rae and runner up Maureen Thompson

Dana Seaton wins show jumping

The winner this year was Debra Rae with Maureen Thompson runner up “It was good to see some of our newer Ladies enter this competition and do quite well,” said Munmorah United Ladies Bowling Club publicity officer Ms Helen Stevenson. “Well done to Debra and Maureen on a game played with great sportsmanship by both ladies.

a n g r o v e Mountain Pony Club Show Jumping Championship was held on June 2324 with around 70 riders in attendance. A Grade Champion was Dana Seaton on Warrobill Inidianna Mount of Sugarloaf Pony Club, A Grade Reserve Champion was Alex Watts on Skyward Bound from Wingham Pony Club. B Grade Champion was Madeline Hay on Storm from Bouddi Pony Club and B Grade Reserve Champion was Rebecca Anderson

on Fortune Hunter from mangrove Mountain Pony Club. D Grade Champion was Sammie Chaney Butt on Cookie Monster from Dural Pony Club and D Grade Reserve Champion was Claudia Fuerscke on Kalbradia Park Stormboy from Toronto. E Grade Champion was Sophie Walker from Matcham Valley Pony Club and E Grade Reserve Champion was Alex Jones on Coprvan Park Soda Pop from Watagans Pony Club.

The team received $1250 from the Central Coast Regional Organisation of Councils (CCROC) to participate in the event. CCROC is a joint initiative of councils on the Central Coast to provide sponsorship to residents or

teams selected by a national, state, or regional body to participate in a recognised sporting or cultural event. The Gosford Representative team received the sponsorship because of their commitment as a team, representing the Central Coast every year since 2007. Competing in the Championship Division, the Gosford Representative team played 21 games over the three day period. They came 15th in the state-wide competition.

teams because without you there would not be a Triples Carnival. “Kay White and Helen Stevenson went to Warilla to contest the Champion of Club Champion Pairs but were unlucky and went out after their first game. “Both girls enjoyed the experience of watching some of the Australian players handle or mishandle the trying conditions at Warilla. “They will be trying to get there again next year for a better result.”

by Gosford City and Wyong Shire Council Media

our Central Coast residents have received a total of $4000 in sponsorship from the Central Coast Regional Organisation of Councils (CCROC) to participate at international sporting events.

A joint initiative of Gosford City and Wyong Shire Councils, CCROC provides sponsorship to residents who have been selected by a national, state or

Netballers finish 15th in the State he U17s Gosford Representative team travelled to Penrith to compete in the State Age Netball Championships from Saturday, June 9, to Monday, June 11.

the day was the team of Maureen Cassar, Jennifer Armstrong and Margo Bray from Munmorah. Second place was Judith Hudson’s team from Swansea 16s and third place was Penny Turner’s team from Canton Beach. “The day was sponsored by Creightons Funerals and we thank them for their valued support,” said Ms Stevenson. “The weather was surprisingly good to us again this year and everyone had a great day. “Thank you to our visiting

Sponsorships for overseas competitions

by Tanya Hardin, Mangrove Mountain News

“The weather this year has thrown all the championships out and the Minor Singles is still to be decided.” The Final will be between Shirley Brabbin and Margaret Nel. At the general meeting on June 5, Claire Hoban was elected as the new president while Sonia Geddes will continue as secretary and Mavis Briggs as treasurer. All other positions were filled as required. Munmorah Ladies held their Triples Carnival on June 25 and the winner on

regional body to participate in a recognised sporting or cultural event. In return for sponsorship, the recipients promote the Central Coast in the local, interstate and international arenas. Niagara Park residents Terri Shilston and Mark Shamin have each received $1000 to represent the Australia Wushu and Tai Chi Team at the ninth Zhejiang International Traditional Wushu Competition to be held in China from July 1315. Both Terri and Mark

were selected as a result of their active participation and results at various local, state and national sporting events. Belinda Pohla of Wyoming has been awarded $1000 to attend the US International Sport Karate Association (ISKA) Open to be held in Florida from July 13-14. Belinda was selected after exceptional performances ranked her in the top 10 of her division during the 2011 ISKA circuit. Chittaway Point resident

Tyler Allan has received $1000 to represent the Northern NSW U12s State Team at the Saitama U12s Tokyo International Football Tournament to be held in Japan from July 24-30. Tyler was selected after excellent performances in selection trials. The Saitama International Football Tournament is held annually and aims to bring children from around the world together through football.

Greens support increased participation in sport

by Kate da Costa

he Greens believe sport to be an important part of our daily lives, and support moves to increase participation of all sports, not just at the elite level, said Central Coast Greens spokesperson Ms Kate da Costa

In terms of local government, Ms da Costa pointed out that “sport is an important part of Coast life.” “We have facilities which range from top-quality to inadequate and The Greens

commit to turning this from a patchwork into a network. “If elected, The Greens in Gosford and Wyong plan to prioritise a Joint Regional Sports Strategy. “Mingara, Wyong hockey fields, Blue Tongue Stadium and the many newly renovated surf-life saving clubhouses are great sporting venues. “The Bay to Bay running races are excellently organised and attract increasing numbers of competitors every year. “The Central Coast is one of the centres of equestrian excellence, from

recreational horse-riding through to internationally recognised show-jumping training. “On the Coast, we’ve just seen the successful conclusion of the NSW State Age netball tournament, and the 2012 National Inflatable Rescue Boat Championships will shortly take place at Ocean Beach. “While we support these competitions, we also want to plan for individual and non-elite sports activities. “We value the golfer struggling to get her handicap below 25, the hundreds of Coast citizens

enjoying Tai Chi classes each week, and the many social bushwalking clubs around the Coast. “There are many sports which could be developed further. “The Lisarow High Sports development shows what can be achieved when Council backs innovative thinking about multi-use grounds. “If the Councils work together, we can avoid duplication and maximise our chances of successfully attracting state, national and even international competitions and events.”

On the Water

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Kai Ellice-Flint wins NSW Longboard State Titles wo of the Ocean Beach Malibu Club’s junior surfers continue to make their mark on the contest scene.

After winning both the open 9ft and U18s at the Magoo Charity Classic recently, Kai Ellice-Flint travelled north a couple of weeks later for the Crescent Head Classic, which was held from May 24-26, again coming away with the open 9ft trophy. The NSW Longboard State Titles were next on his agenda. Held at several beaches in the Port Macquarie region from June 18-23, including Town Beach, Lighthouse Beach and North Haven, Kai was again victorious winning the U18s and placing sixth in the opens, qualifying for the Australian Longboard Titles in both events. The CJ Snowy McAlister event was held at Manly over the June long weekend with two Ocean Beach Malibu members competing.

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FRI - 13 0321 - 1.18 0921 - 0.62 1604 - 1.49 2249 - 0.69

SAT - 14 0428 - 1.17 1015 - 0.62 1658 - 1.54 2346 - 0.62

SUN - 15 0527 - 1.19 1105 - 0.60 1745 - 1.60

MON - 16 0033 - 0.54 0617 - 1.22 1151 - 0.57 1830 - 1.67

TUE - 17 0114 0.47 0700 1.26 1234 0.54 1910 1.73

WED - 18 0150 0.41 0741 1.30 1315 0.50 1948 1.78 SAT - 21 0337 0.30 0938 1.40 1520 0.44 2143 1.79

THU - 19 0226 0.36 0819 1.33 1356 0.47 2026 1.81 SUN - 22 0415 0.29 1020 1.44 1606 0.45 2224 1.74

FRI - 20 0301 0.32 0858 1.37 1437 0.45 2103 1.81 MON - 23 0453 0.30 1105 1.47 1656 0.48 2308 1.65

TUE - 24 0534 0.33 1153 1.49 1749 0.51 2357 1.55

WED - 25 0619 0.37 1245 1.52 1850 0.55

THU - 26 0051 1.43 0708 0.42 1342 1.54 2001 0.56

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Hayden Emery (Opens) was unfortunately eliminated but 14 year old Tom Payne, in only his second invitational contest, excelled to reach the final of the U18s against some very experienced surfers. Tom placed sixth in the final. Cold and dreary was the order of the day for the Ocean Beach Malibu Club’s June contest held at Umina on Sunday, June 10, with a solid swell again making conditions a little treacherous. Garry ‘Hands’ Halliday turned back the clock with a great display of traditional surfing to win the day from Ben Scully-Hawkins, Mark Williams, Peter Wellington and Chris Irwin. In round one, heat one of the contest, the competition left Mark Williams in first, followed by Grant Pride, Cyndi Zoranovic, Hayden Wellington and Liz Ambler. In heat two Peter Wellington placed first, followed by Darrell Young, Dave Moulton, Rob

by Craig Coulton

McCaughan and Daryl Anderson. In heat three, Garry Halliday came first, followed by Bryce Williams, Ben Scully-Hawkins, Richie McClelland and Craig Coulton. Then, in heat four Chris Irwin got the top placing, followed by Craig Palmer, Maddie Cook, Brian Cook, Shane Muldowney, Kevin Dewar and Dave Wirth. In round two, heat one Garry Halliday beat Ben Scully-Hawkins, Mark Williams, Peter Wellington and Chris Irwin. In heat two, Bryce Williams beat Grant Pride, Darrell Young and Craig Palmer. Heat three saw Maddie Cook come first, followed by Cyndi Zoranovic and Dave Moulton. In heat four, Richie McClellan placed first over Brian Cook, Rob McCaughan and Hayden Wellington. Finally, in heat five, Craig Coulton beat Dave Wirth, Liz Ambler and Daryl Anderson.

Telfer to represent Australia at World titles

by Elva and Brian Ware

ormer Central Coast athlete Zac Telfer has been picked to represent Australia in the Down Syndrome Games swim team to swim in the world titles in Italy in November.

Jack, who now lives in Brisbane, is the youngest in the team at 16. To be picked, Zac achieved two silver and a bronze medal in the National Down Syndrome Championships in Noosa. Since 2008, Zac has represented Queensland National Down Syndrome Team bagging four medal from four events. He has also represented Queensland in the School Sport National Swimming Championships for the last three years. Like all elite athlete, he trains five to six days a week as well as doing gym work, which he fits in between school hours. “He loves swimming, and at most times, does not mind the training,” said Zac’s grandparents Elva and Brian Ware. His father Richard said

he was very independent and gets himself ready, “we are only his taxi”. Zac is a former pupil of Gosford Primary School and learnt to swim in Gosford

Swimming Pool. He attended Early Intervention Services in his early years at Gosford before moving to Brisbane around seven years ago.

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Ocean Beach to host event

Woy Woy Swim Club wins 42 medals at Carnival

Gosford Council Agenda

cean Beach Surf Life Saving Club will host this year’s Australian Inflatable Rescue Boat Championships from Friday, July 20, to Sunday, July 22, and Gosford Council has agreed to provide non-financial support.

The Championships provide an opportunity for IRB crews from Surf Life Saving Clubs around Australia to come together to compete against one another. Gosford Council’s report stated that the event was expected to attract up to 2000 competitors, officials and spectators. Ocean Beach Surf Life Saving Club requested a

On the Water

by Sonny Hinwood

$5000 cash donation and non-financial contributions from Council to assist them to manage the Championships. The non-financial contributions from Council would include toilet facilities, rubbish facilities, all terrain vehicles and fencing among other things. It is anticipated that the in-kind support requested from Council for Ocean Beach Surf Life Saving Club to host the Australian IRB Championships would be approximately $10,000. In further discussions with Ocean Beach Surf Life Saving Club, club representatives from the organising committee advised Council Officers that if Council could supply the in-kind items, the cash contribution would not be required.

Tait selected for National Water Polo team by Warwick Whitmore

entral Coast Academy of Sport member Britt Tait was named June’s Mars Food Inspirational Athlete.

Tait joined the Academy this year as a member of the Academy’s ‘Future Stars’ program. Since her inception into the squad, Tait has produced some outstanding results in the pool, culminating in her selection as a member of the Australian Country Water Polo team, who will tour Hawaii in August. Her selection in the Australian Country team

came off the back of dominant performances at the Country Clubs and Country Districts tournaments earlier in the year. Her performance led to her selection in the NSW Country team which competed at the Australian Country Championships on the Gold Coast, where Tait earned selection for the green and gold. Although the Woy Woy Wombats star teenager has only been with the Academy for a short period of time, her commitment in and out of the pool and the values she carries are the reason Britt Tait is this month’s Mars Food Inspirational Athlete.

oy Woy Swim Club held its annual Short Course D eve l o p m e n t Carnival at Peninsula Leisure Centre on Sunday, July 1.

The aim of the meet was to allow younger children of the same ability to compete against each other in an enjoyable,

relaxed atmosphere that would allow them to grow in confidence and continue in the sport. Around 126 swimmers from the Central Coast, Sydney and Hunter regions competed in the event that saw Woy Woy Swim Club members achieve excellent results on the day. Woy Woy Swim Club was represented by 20 young swimmers who took home

42 medals in total (19 gold, 13 silver and 10 bronze). The swimmers also achieved 63 personal best times for the event. Big contributors to the medal tally included the likes of Taylah Press with four gold medals, Olivia McParlane with two gold, one silver and one bronze and Tom Wilson with two gold and a silver. Notable mentions to other

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high medal achievers also go to Kaylah Holmes, Mia Darwin, Jasmine Darwin, Lauren Erichsen and Kayla Hinwood. Ryan Brown had a brilliant debut at the carnival achieving one gold, one silver and a bronze medal in his 25m events. Woy Woy Swim Club will be holding its annual qualifying meet in October at Peninsula Leisure Centre.

News

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Eastwood Ryde crowned u15 State netball champions at Wyong

12U Champs Manly Warringah

12U Div 2 Wagga Wagga.psd

13U Champs Liverpool City

13U Div 2 Northern suburbs

14U Champs Liverpool City

14U Div 2 Griffith

15U Champs Eastwood Ryde

he Central Coast hosted two of the four divisions of the 2012 Gosford and Wyong Netball NSW State Age Championships on the weekend of Saturday, June 30, to Monday, July 2.

Gosford Netball Association hosted Division Two at Adcock Park while Wyong hosted the Champion Division at Baker Park. At Gosford, the U15 Division Two State

Champion was Ku-ringgai with Hawkesbury City named runners up, while the U14 Division Two State Champion was Griffith with Blue Mountains runners up. Also at Gosford, the U13 Division Two State Champion was Northern Suburbs with Fairfield runners up and the U12 Division Two State Champion was Wagga Wagga with Blacktown City runners up. The major event, held at Wyong resulted in the U15 State Champion being Eastwood Ryde with Liverpool City runners up

by Victoria Bain

15U Div 2 Ku-ring-gai

and the U14 Sate Champion is Liverpool City with Eastwood Rd as runners up. Also at Wyong, the U13 State Champion was Liverpool City with ManlyWarringah runners up and the U12 State Champion was Manly Warringah with Liverpool City runners up. Netball NSW president Ms Wendy Archer AM said she was very pleased with the standard of netball played over the weekend. Other age groups and divisions also competed simultaneously in two other Associations.

“At all the venues it had been absolutely awesome, the skill level of players in the 12 to 15 year age grouping just continues to improve each year,” Archer commented. “Thank you to the four Associations who hosted teams from across NSW for a wonderful three-days of competition. “It was a spectacular display and certainly shines a bright light on the future of Netball in NSW.” Netball NSW congratulated the 86 competing Associations and

305 teams, over 400 umpires and officials on a hugely successful competition, one of the largest of its kind in the southern hemisphere for women’s sport. Four Athletes Villages were erected across four venues which equated to 300 tents, 7500 square metres of village, the equivalent of 16 netball courts or one NRL football field with 700m to spare. Almost 81,000 goals were scored, 80,996 across four venues (Wyong 25107, Gosford 20,884, Lakeside 18,920, Charlestown

16,085). Exactly 425 umpires participated on the weekend, and blew their whistle an average of 48 times per game. The most goals scored across the tournament by a single team was Manly-Warringah’s U15 side, which scored 478 goals in 19 matches in the Championship Division at Wyong. Over 12,000 spectators attended, an average of four supporters per playing participant.