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Slingsby wins Olympic gold

by Rod Allen

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om Slingsby of Gosford won Australia’s first individual gold medal in the men’s Laser class sailing event at the London 2012 Olympics on Monday, August 6.

Slingsby finished how he started the Olympic competition: in total control.

The 27-year-old Gosford boy erased his demons from Beijing, where he also entered the Olympics as a raging favourite, only to finish in a disappointing 22nd place. This time it went to script as he made the blue water of Weymouth his own, totally dominating the event with four wins and three seconds from the ten fleet

races. “The Olympics is a dream,” said Slingsby. “It is the pinnacle of the sport and right now I am the happiest man on the planet. “This is the best feeling in the world. “I worked for 12 years to get to here and I put everything I had into it. “Last time, I put in so

much hard work and came away with nothing, and this time I put in more work and look at me now,” said Slingsby. Slingsby, who started sailing at the age of eight, said his first gold medal had him deeply back in love with sailing and looking forward to the future. “If I did not do well at this Olympics I would have

hung up the shoes,” said Slingsby. “I am so proud to have done it with (my family) watching,” said Slingsby. Parents Mavis and David, his twin sisters, girlfriend and another half a dozen close friends were perched on the Nothe with another 20,000 spectators cheering him on. Kontides had to beat

Slingsby by six places in the ten-boat medal race to turn his certain silver, the first medal for Cyprus for any sport, into gold. Slingsby finished the medal race a tactical ninth.

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Coast Olympians

Harradine in Olympic discus final from Australian Olympic Team website

enn Harradine competed in the men’s Discus Throw on Day 10 of the London games on Monday, August 6.

told he could not compete in contact sports due to a rare liver condition. Having won the U16 Australian Championships in 1998, he finished 11th in his senior debut in 2001. He competed at the Commonwealth Games in 2006 where he finished eighth before winning his first senior Australian Championship in 2007, a title he has now held ever since. Making his Olympic debut in 2008, he exited in the qualifying round having thrown 58.55m, well below his current best. He again departed early on his World Championship debut in 2009, but showed his promise at the 2011 competition in Daegu when he improved to finish fifth with a throw of 64.77m. H a r r a d i n e ’ s preparations for the Games were given a strong boost as he improved on his own national record of 66.45m set in Split in 2010, throwing a new mark of 67.53m at the Townsville Student and Allcomers Games. His career highlights

Harradine placed 6th in the round with a throwing distance of 64.00m. He qualified for and competed in the Men’s Discus Throw Final held on day 11, however, at the time Central Coast Grandstand went to press his results were not available. He competed in the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, placing 14th in the Discus Throw. Harradine is part of the Hunter Track and Field Club and is currently coached by Gus Puopolo. The former Warners Bay High School student’s primary training base is in Melbourne and his secondary training base is in Newcastle. Harradine, who has been on the national team for five years, began competing in discus at the age of eight after being

include winning gold at the 2010 Commonwealth Games gold in Dehli, winning the 2010 World Cup silver medal in Croatia and breaking the national record in Townsville in 2012. Harradine’s recent performances include winning first place in

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Wallace and Smith in Olympic Kayak Final enneth Wallace, formerly of Gosford, will compete in the Kayak Doubles (K2) 1000m Men’s Final with teammate Dave Smith on Day 12 of the London Games on Wednesday, August 8.

Wallace and Smith competed in heat one of the Men’s Kayak Doubles (K2) 1000m on Day 10, Monday, August 6. They placed second in the heat with a time of 3:19.073, qualifying for the Semi-final. In the Semi-final the duo placed second with a time of 3:13.239, just over a 10th of a second behind the Sweden. Wallace said that he and Smith worked well together despite coming together a couple of months ago. “The first hit out we had together as a crew we had only sat in the boat together a couple of times and since then we have had a couple of sessions a week up to now and we are pretty happy,” said Wallace. “We don’t race for second place. “If we get second we’re stoked and if we get third we’re stoked. “If we get last we know we’ve done the best that we can,” said Wallace. Wallace competed in the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games, winning gold in the K1 500m and bronze in the K1 1000m. The K1 500m is no longer on the Olympic program so Wallace remains the reigning Olympic champion and Olympic record holder in the event. The former St Cecilias Primary School (Wyong)

Kenneth Wallace

student’s primary training base is on the Gold Coast and his second training base is in Budapest, Hungary. He has been on the national team for 11 years

and is currently coached by Jimmy Owens. Wallace took up sprint kayaking in 2000 to improve the surf ski leg of his ironman career.

Surf Life Saving is still a major part of his life as he continues to compete in Aussie Surf Champs every year and to date has won 18 National titles in various

from Australian Olympic Team website

events making him one of the more successful athletes in this sport. He had been competing in surf lifesaving since he was 11 after moving to the Gold Coast with his family. In 2000, in his first year of kayaking he won three National Titles at the U16 Australian Championships. His success landed him on the Australian Junior team for the World Cup Circuit. The following year he won nine from nine events at Junior Nationals and was crowned the K1 1000m Junior World Champion. To date he has now won 32 National Gold Medals in kayaking Wallace made his open national debut in 2002, winning the K2 500m and K2 1000m with Nathan Baggaley. After narrowly missing selection for the 2004 Athens Olympics, Wallace took a break from the sport but returned in 2005 more determined than ever. By coming fourth at the 2007 World Championships in the K1 1000m, Wallace

secured Australia an Olympic quota place. He went on to win both of the Olympic selection events. At the 2012 Olympic trials, Wallace raced in every category, K1, K2 and K4 winning a combined three gold and two silver medals earning him Olympic selection with K2 partner and rival in K1, Murray Stewart. Kenneth’s recent performances include first place in the Kayak Doubles (K2) 1000m and second in the Kayak (K1) 1000m at the 2012 National Championships in Penrith, Australia. He recently competed at the 2012 Oceania Championships in Penrith, Australia, winning first place in the Kayak Doubles (K2) 1000m, first in the men’s Kayak Four (K4) 1000m, third place in the Kayak (K1) 1000m and third in the Kayak Doubles (K2) 200m event. Wallace has been awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the general division.

Martin Dent to compete in Olympic Men’s Marathon from Australian Olympic Team website

artin Dent will make his Olympic debut on Day 16 of the games on Saturday, August 12, in the Men’s Marathon athletics event.

The former Berkeley Vale Primary School and

High School student ran his personal best time of 2:12.23 at the Fukuoka Marathon in Japan in December 2011, finishing eighth. He was selected for the London Olympic Games under the discretion of selectors because of his personal best time in the Fukuoka Marathon.

The 33 year old’s career highlights include winning the 2008 City to Surf (14km) in Sydney and finishing fourth in the 3000m steeplechase at the 2006 Commonwealth Games. He achieved the qualifying standard for two previous Olympics (2000 and 2008) in

the steeplechase but missed selection. Dent represented Australia at the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games in steeplechase (fourth) and at the 2010 Commonwealth Games in Delhi in the marathon (sixth). He was an outstanding

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Jai aims for Rio after controversial Olympic elimination by Warwick Whitmore

ll around the world, boxers are on notice as Jai Opetaia has declared his intentions of winning a Gold medal for Australia at the Rio Olympics in four years.

Jai was eliminated in the first round in London and the judges’ controversial decision to award a pointswin to the world number one, Teymur Mammadov from Azerbaijani, left many boxing fans shocked and feeling sorry for Opetaia. Opetaia surprised the gold medal favourite by going point-for-point in the first two rounds, having the match tied at 9-9 leading into the third and final round. The Central Coast Academy of Sport future stars squad member put in a strong effort in the final

round, an effort which many thought would get Australia’s youngest ever boxer at the Games over the line and cause one of the biggest upsets in Olympic boxing history. However, the last round was won 3-2 by Mammadov according to the five ringside judges, a decision which many people disagreed with, none more so than Australia’s head coach, Don Abnett. “It was 9-9 going into the last round, I had him three points up about a minute into the third round, that didn’t change,” said Abnett. “His opponent didn’t score any points and Jai didn’t score any more. “How five judges sitting around a ring could get that wrong is beyond me. “When we went out to the dressing room every country comes up to us and tells us

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Ryan Napoleon is the World’s 8th fastest Olympic swimmer

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ormer Holy Cross Kincumber student Ryan Napoleon competed in the men’s 400m Freestyle Final and the men’s 4 x 200m Freestyle Relay Final swimming events at the London 2012 Olympic Games.

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young. “Last year we came fifth at world (championships) and I don’t think there’s a great deal of expectation on us to perform like some of the other relays but it’s a fun experience to be able to surprise Australia maybe,” said Napoleon. In the men’s 4 x 200m freestyle finals, the Australian team finished in fifth place with a time of 7:07.00.

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Coast Olympians

Slingsby to feature on Australian stamp

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Ross to compete in Olympic relay from Australian Olympic Team website

oshua Ross of Woy Woy is set to compete in the men’s 4 x 100m Relay event on Day 14 of the games, on Friday, August 10.

Ross, 31, will compete along with team members Andrew McCabe, Anthony Alozie, Isaac Ntiamoah and Tim Leathart. The former Henry Kendall High School student competed in the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, winning sixth place in the 4 x 100m relay and 20th place in the men’s 100m.

Fingers crossed for Ky Hurst at Olympics fter winning Australia’s first individual gold medal of the London 2012 Olympic Games, sailing superstar and five time world champion, Tom Slingsby, will become Australia’s first individual gold medallist to feature on a 2012 Australian Gold Medallist Stamp.

Stamps featuring an image of Slingsby from the gold medal dais in London will be available in participating Australia Post retail outlets from Thursday, August 9, while stocks last. Slingsby joined fellow Olympians Alicia Coutts, Cate Campbell, Brittany

Elmslie and Melanie Schlanger as the fifth Australian athlete from the 2012 Olympic Games to have their images featured on a stamp through the Australian Gold Medallists Stamps program. Australia Post is producing stamps for every Australian gold medallist from the London 2012 Olympic Games, and they are expected to be available in metropolitan Australia Post outlets within 48 hours of each gold medal presentation. “Our first Gold Medallist stamp for the 2012 London Olympics featured the women’s 4 x 100 freestyle team, and the positive response was fantastic. “We are hoping that fans are just as excited to see

Tom on our first individual stamp,” said Australia Post Managing Director and CEO Ahmed Fahour. “This program recognises the hard work and success of our athletes. “It also provides the public with an exciting opportunity to collect their own memento of the Olympic Games,” he added. The Australian Gold Medallists Stamps are part of Australia Post’s continuing support of the Australian Olympic Team. Australia Post has already released The Road to London stamp on June 5 and three commemorative sport stamps on July 17 celebrating Australia’s proud tradition at the Olympics in swimming, rowing and pole vault.

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y Hurst is set to compete in the men’s 10km Open Water Marathon swimming event on day 14 of the London Olympic Games on Friday, August 10.

The former Terrigal Primary School and Terrigal High School student competed in the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games, placing 11th in the 10km Open Water swim. The 10km Open Water Marathon event will be held in Hyde Park’s Serpentine Lake.

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Basketball

NSW Country defeats City in Basketball nationals by Warwick Whitmore

njuries hampered the efforts of the NSW Country U16 Men’s side at the National Basketball Championships recently held at the Tamworth Sports Dome.

“We lost three players during the tournament due to injury, which put a lot of pressure on the other boys to really stand up and be counted,” said NSW Country U16 Men’s head coach Martin McLean. However, the loss of players from the team gave Central Coast Academy of Sport athletes Oliver Robilliard, Tom Akamarmoi, Jared Walker and Jayden Hodgeson an even greater opportunity to reward the selectors for their admission into the side. “Ollie [Robilliard] was fantastic in his role as captain as he lead the team by example throughout the week. “In the tough conditions that we faced, Ollie really displayed his strong work ethic on and off the court. “His willingness to

compete in each and every game is displayed in his statistics. “Ollie was our leading rebounder, which is a huge effort from the guard position,” said McLean. Another player highlighted by McLean as a standout throughout the competition was Academy of Sport member Tom Akamarmoi. “Tom is a great player to work with; he has so much natural athleticism that with the right training and commitment, he could certainly go very far in this sport. “Having someone like Tom on the court is great, he brings a lot of energy to the side and helps to lift the intensity of the players around him, he was our x-factor. “The other Academy boys also played well. “Jared Walker had a strong tournament, even though he was playing with a broken finger on his shooting hand and Jayden Hodgeson displayed great footwork technique. “All the players in the side will benefit greatly from this

experience,” said McLean. A first round loss to Queensland South was not the ideal start for the NSW Country team to have in the competition, but when the side bounced back with a three game winning streak, including a 78-29 victory over Western Australia Country, it looked like there may be hope for a spot in the semi-finals. Those hopes were dashed when the loss of three players began to take its physical toll on the squad and the NSW Country side

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The third period was all NSW Country, scoring freely to gain a dominant 52-38 lead at the three-quarter time break. At this stage it looked like the Metro side was out of the game, but an inspired fourth period, where the Sydney siders outscored the Country boys 23-9, had the game once again all tied up at 61-61 on the final siren. This meant five minutes of extra-time basketball to be played with state bragging rights up for grabs. In a tough extra-time battle, the NSW Country side was able to get the better of the Metro team, winning the final period 8-6 and securing a 69-67 victory that sparked wild celebrations from the NSW Country supporters in the crowd. Again it was Robilliard who was outstanding for the NSW Country team, finishing the final match as the team’s top scorer (21 points) and leading in rebounds (13) and assists (8). Adding to his already remarkable statistics for the final game, Robilliard also drew 11 opposition fouls. Robilliard’s fellow

Academy of Sport teammates also put in strong performances in the final game as Jayden Hodgeson ranked second in scoring (16 points) for NSW Country, and Tom Akamarmoi (9) and Jared Walker (7) finished second and third in rebounds. Ian Robilliard, present at the tournament as a spectator and representative of the Central Coast Academy of Sport through his role as CCAS managing director, said that the quality of the final match was a credit to the players involved. “What I saw from the boys, and also the girls, throughout the week and especially in that final game further displays the fact that the Central Coast is an excellent breeding ground for young male and female basketballers. “The prospects for our athletes that competed in Tamworth over the past week are very exciting and this is a great sign as we prepare for the next intake of basketballers into the CCAS squad,” said Robilliard.

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Academy Women basketballers feature in tournament

Founder of Central Coast Hockey passes at 73

by Warwick Whitmore

a s m i n e Forcardilla has recently had an outstanding tournament in Tamworth as a member of the NSW Country U16 Women’s side competing in the National Basketball Championships.

Joined by fellow Central Coast Academy of Sport athletes, Muffi Loader and Alessandra Gasparotto at the Tamworth Sports Dome, Forcardilla shone on the court during the week-long competition. NSW Country U16 Women’s team assistant coach Drew Fenton had nothing but compliments for the gutsy basketballer from Terrigal. “Jasmine started as a small forward for all of our games in Tamworth. “She showed great athleticism in her scoring and was also very active in defence, which led to her making a lot of steals throughout the tournament. “Overall, Jasmine had a very good week,” said Fenton. Fenton also had praise for Muffi Loader and Alessandra Gasparotto. “Muffi was selected into the side after Alana McCoy, also from the Central Coast Academy of Sport, had to withdraw due to injury. “She defended very well in her position and because she is still eligible for the 16s side next year, she gained some very valuable experience.

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laine “Jolly” Johnston’s funeral on Monday, August 6, was a celebration and reflection of the greatest ever advocate of hockey on the Central Coast which earned her an Order of Australia Medal in 1995.

“Muffi exceeded the expectations of both Belinda Battistel [head coach] and myself, so she can certainly be proud of her efforts over the past week. “As for Alessandra, she made it pretty hard for our opposition to score points as she displayed some tough defence playing at point guard. “Alessandra is one of those girls you always enjoy having in your squad because she is a great team player and improves the game of everyone around her,” said Fenton. Unfortunately for the NSW Country side, the efforts of the Central Coast Academy of Sport players were not enough to achieve their desired result in the interstate competition. Forcardilla regularly appeared as one of the team’s top scorers and also

lead the way in rebounds, while Loader and Gasparotto also featured strongly in the team’s assists. Although they only suffered two losses in the group stage of the competition, that was enough to force the Women’s side into a classification final against Tasmania. In a close match against the apple island, the NSW Country side began to mount a comeback in the fourth quarter, but it wasn’t enough as the Tasmanian side came away with a 5246 victory. Forcardilla once again led the NSW Country side in rebounds, with nine. This placed the side in a play-off game against South Australia Country for seventh place. Consistently outscoring their opposition throughout the game, with thanks to

Forcardilla who shot a game-high 16 points, the NSW Country side was able to finish the tournament on a positive note with a 61-43 win. Central Coast Academy of Sport managing director Mr Ian Robilliard was present at the National tournament and said that the Central Coast girls were very impressive throughout the week. “The way the Academy girls carried themselves throughout the week was something to be very proud of. “As we look ahead to preparing for the next intake of female basketballers into the CCAS, it is a promising sign that the new girls will certainly have some positive role models to look up to on and off the court,” said Robilliard.

The eulogies at her service sounded like three people had lived the life that this amazing woman had led. Starting with her appointment as a high school teacher in the 60s, Elaine’s commitment to the Central Coast Women’s Hockey Association was sealed. She was president for 25 years and awarded life membership in 1969. She was also the founder of Erina Women’s Hockey Club and made a life member in 1985. After working with local high schools, Elaine, Robyn Stewart and Clare Crawford encouraged young girls to play competitive hockey. In 2000 Elaine was awarded the Australian Sports Medal and in 2001 the Australian Centenary Medal for sport. She became the founding

member of the Central Coast Junior Hockey Association and was awarded life membership in 2004. Elaine was also instrumental in the formation of NSW Junior hockey and was the founder of the Jets Hockey Club and awarded life membership in 2011. She was the founder of Central Coast “Minkey” hockey, a modified junior hockey program for children aged 4-8 years, which has been the catalyst of modified hockey all over Australia. Elaine has seen three generations of children participate in this program, some of whom have gone on to represent Australia. “Central Coast Hockey has lost a great mentor and friend, it’s a massive loss,” said Central Coast Women’s Hockey vice-president Ms Maxine Morris. “This was a woman that lived her life to the fullest, not wasting a moment. “Every chance she got she would help anyone seek and accomplish a dream. “Without Elaine Johnston, Central Coast Hockey would not be as strong as it is today. “We have Olympians, National and state players competing on the Coast today thanks to her rolemodelling,” said Ms Morris.

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The Landing Debate continues

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Council reafﬁrms support 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

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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Issue 37

Cr Macfadyen successfully moved, at the council meeting on Tuesday, July 3, that Council remove the s149 (5) planning certiﬁcates message that related to sea level rise until the NSW State Government legislates that all Councils in NSW give a clear direction to all property owners who are affected by this event. “Of the 50 Local Government Areas in NSW that are affected by sea

level rise, only 16, including Gosford, have issued 149(5) certificates notifying property owners,” said Cr Macfadyen. “Up to 9000 properties in Gosford Local Government Area could be affected by the s149(5) certificates. “Council issued these certificates under advice and good intentions, but I now realise that there is no stability in the matter unless it is regulated across

all NSW councils who are affected. “It’s important that the message be consistent across all relevant councils in NSW, that residents feel their future is stable and that common sense prevails,” he said.

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Mardi-Mangrove Link ofﬁcially ﬁnished G

Media Release, 6 Jul 2012 Jim Macfadyen, Gosford Council Cr Jim Macfadyen and Coastal Residents Incorporated secretary Mr Pat Aiken Photo: ValsPix

Coast population increases by 10% in 5 years

osford Council appointed Mr Stephen Glen as the acting general manager at its meeting of Tuesday, July 3.

Mr Glen, who was formerly performing the role of director of city services, took on the role of acting general manager following Mr Peter Wilson’s retirement last month. Mr Peter Armour is now performing the role of acting director of city services. At the meeting, mayor Cr Laure Maher said it would take around six months for the role of the general manager to be permanently ﬁlled with Mr Glen expected to ﬁll the position until early next year.

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osford Cr Jim Macfadyen has called on the State Government to regulate s149 (5) planning certiﬁcates across all relevant councils to give consistency, stability and common sense.

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Gosford Council mayor Cr Laurie Maher, Wyong Council mayor Cr Bob Graham and contractor John Holland

he 2011 census information for the Central Coast has been released, showing an increase in population of 29,458 to 312,184 from the 2006 census.

In the 2011 census, the number of males on the Coast was 150,702 and the number of females was 161,482 with a median age of 41. In the 2006 census, however, the average number of males was 136, 143 and number of females was 146,583 with a median age of 40. Looking at ﬁve suburbs in the Gosford LGA, comprising Gosford, East Gosford, Terrigal, Lisarow and Avoca, population increased in all bar Lisarow,

which decreased from 5284 to 5038. The median weekly household income increased across the board with Gosford up from $835 to $1013, East Gosford from $679 to $863, Terrigal from $1121 to $1323, Lisarow from $1335 to $1558 and Avoca from $1147 to $1458. Median mortgage repayments also increased with Terrigal recording an increase of $434 from $1121 to $2167. Median weekly rent was also on the rise with East

Gosford recording a $65 increase from $195 to $260. The average number of families living in Gosford, east Gosford, Avoca and Terrigal increased with Gosford going from 636 to 783, East Gosford from 904 to 1021, Terrigal from 2660 to 2913 and Avoca from 1128 to 1177. Lisarow’s average number of families decreased by 58 going to 1373. Website, 12 Jul 2012 Australian Bureau of Statistics

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Council moves into caretaker mode G

osford Council will operate under a caretaker mode from Friday August 10, to Saturday, September 8, as part of its responsibilities during the election period to ensure major decisions are not made which may limit the actions of an incoming council. On June 22, amendments were made to the Local Government (General) Regulation (the Regulation) to mandate what were formally caretaker conventions.

Under the regulation, Council, the general manager or any delegate of the council must not enter into any contract or undertaking involving an expenditure or receipt by

the council of any amount equal to or greater than $150,000 or one per cent of the Council’s revenue from rates in the preceding financial year. It must not determine a

In particular cases, these functions may be exercised with the approval of the Minister for Local Government. Gosford Council Agenda COR.73, 24 Jul 2012

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Mariners

Lawrie McKinna to stand for Council by Central Coast Mariners media

entral Coast M a r i n e r s manager of football Mr Lawrie McKinna will head a new five member independent team contesting the Gosford Council elections in September.

“My ticket is about fair representation across all areas of the electorate, it’s about common sense for council with a fresh new approach. “My team is a great team. “I have youth, I have experience and above all, which I think is really important, I have a woman’s perspective. “I have three strong women who will contribute to my campaign, contribute to council if we can get them over the line “I feel there have been some elements of the council that have not focused on the overall good of the city. “I think I bring common sense

“I bring a game plan, I want to focus on the goals and objectives. “I want to be able to position council in the best

interest of everyone. “I want to be able to work in with the other levels of government to get the best outcome for this council,”

said McKinna. Team McKinna consists of Gabrielle Bowles, Sue Dengate, Deborah Warwick and Nick Hagistefanis.

Lawrie has been married to his wife Christine for 31 years. They moved to Australia from Scotland in 1986 and

became citizens in 2007. They have two sons and two grandchildren. Lawrie said he fell in love with the Central Coast when he moved here in 2005 as the Inaugural coach of the Central Coast Mariners. Lawrie said he feels he would be a great addition to council as his experience in leadership has seen him acknowledged with numerous awards in football and community. In 2008, Lawrie was recognised for his work in the community by being awarded the Rotary award for Vocational Excellence for outstanding success in Sports Management and Coaching while reinforcing at all times the analogous relationship between sport and living successfully in the wider community. With his sons and their families relocating to the Coast as well, he said he understands the needs to help create more opportunities for families to live and work on the Coast.

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entral Coast Mariners have secured the services of former Perth Glory and Wellington Phoenix defender Brent Griffiths on a one-season contract.

Brent Griffiths, 22, is the younger brother of Rostyn Griffiths, a player who became a fan favourite for the yellow and navy faithful at Bluetongue Stadium before switching to emerging

Chinese powerhouse Guangzhou R and F earlier this year. A versatile left-footed defender, Griffiths adds further flexibility to the Mariners squad having most recently represented Heidelberg United in the Victorian Premier League. Griffiths spent two months training with the Mariners before his move to Phoenix last season, and Central Coast boss Graham Arnold said he was close to keeping the player in

Gosford 12 months ago. “Brent gives us A-League experience having played with both Perth Glory and Wellington Phoenix,” Arnold said. “He offers us further depth in the centre of defence, where we also have Patrick Zwaanswijk, Zac Anderson and Trent Sainsbury. “Brent gives us good cover at left stopper and can adapt to a number of other roles on the pitch should we need him to. “We were interested

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some 21,000 sqm. The development has been designed by one of Australia’s leading architectural firms to reflect its seaside position and provide outstanding views of the ocean and lake. The development would also provide for substantial undercover basement parking for shoppers and visitors alike. The lofting of the towers would create an ‘Oasis’ floor protected from the sun and rain on the fourth level, providing pool facilities,

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in keeping Brent at the Mariners last season, understand his character and know he will fit into our Club culture,” said Arnold. Griffiths said he was pleased to pen a season long deal with the reigning Hyundai A-League Premiers, a Club he considered as the benchmark of Australia’s top flight. “It was an easy decision to come to the Mariners, they are the best Club in the A-League as far as I’m concerned,” Griffiths said. “The guys are good lads, the coaches are great and the facilities are very good, too.” Griffiths outlined that while he was obviously eager to push for a starting berth at Central Coast this season, he was also keen to use his time at the Club to absorb as much information as possible from the highly experienced and passionate people around him. “To be honest I want to learn as much as I can from the coaching staff and Arnie [Graham Arnold]. “Patrick Zwaanswijk obviously plays the same position as me and has had a great career, so I’m keen to learn off him.” Central Coast Mariners chairman Mr Peter Turnbull said “Rostyn Griffiths had a great impact on and off the football field for the Central Coast Mariners and we are convinced Brent Griffiths will also make a positive contribution to the Club during his time with us”.

Mariners’ pre-season matches planned by Central Coast Mariners media

entral Coast Mariners will face no less than four Hyundai A-League opponents in the lead up to their season eight opener against Western Sydney Wanderers on Saturday, October 6.

Matches against A-League rivals Adelaide United, Melbourne Victory, Brisbane Roar and Sydney FC will form a key part of the Mariners pre-season campaign, which also includes clashes with numerous semi-professional outfits. Graham Arnold’s men will commence their run of preseason dates on Tuesday, August 21, against Spirit FC at Christie Park, North Ryde. A friendly game against a Central Coast Football Select will follow just two days later at Pluim Park, Lisarow, giving local footballers the opportunity to show their ability against the reigning Hyundai A-League Premiers. Arnold said the match against the Central Coast Football Select would give him the chance to assess the level of the regions’ best players. “The local boys are

always keen to perform at their best when they get the chance to play the Mariners so we will be expecting a tough hit-out against them. “It is not so long ago that the club unearthed Matty Simon from the local ranks, so we are keen to see the ability of the Coast’s best players and use the match to improve where we are at,” he said. The annual Doug Turnbull Cup between the yellow and navy and Bankstown City, played in memory of Central Coast Mariners chairman Mr Peter Turnbull’s late brother, will be held on Wednesday, August 29, in Sefton. Central Coast will ramp-up their pre-season campaign with a minimum of six games in September, four of which will be played against Hyundai A-League opposition. “September will be a key month for the team,” Arnold said. “Adelaide United, Melbourne Victory, Sydney FC and Brisbane Roar will each provide a different test for us. “Results will not be a concern for us throughout the pre-season. “You can’t win an A-League title in August or September, but it is possible to damage your chances to win one,” he concluded.

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Football

Berkeley Vale close the gap on Premier League leaders erkeley Vale has closed to within three points of Wyoming in the fight for the League Championship following Round 17 of the 2012 CountryNet Central Coast Mens Premier League competition on August 15.

At the other end of the table The Entrance and Doyalson now look certain to be relegated to Division One for the 2013 season. Two goals in three minutes from Killarney District veterans Nathan Byrn and Jared Reed have stunned competition leaders Wyoming and seen them slump to their second loss of the season in their match at EDSACC North. Despite dominating possession for much of the first half, Wyoming led 1-0 at the break, and that through

a penalty to Michael Payne. Wyoming’s poor finishing kept Killarney in the match and the home team began to launch a series of counter attacks that saw first Byrn

(67th minute) and Reed (69th minute) score to swing the match dramatically in Killarney District’s favour. The result meant that only seven points now separate the top four teams with three matches remaining. A hat-trick to Berkeley Vale’s Nathan Quick has boosted his team’s chances of retaining the League Championship trophy as they defeated a competitive Doyalson team 3-1 at Doyalson RSL Oval. Quick’s first goal was cancelled out by Artie Saren who scored for the second successive match and the game went to the break locked at 1-1, however, Berkeley Vale’s class told in the second period and they eventually ran out

comfortable winners. Doyalson remain in last place on the table, now eight points behind eighth place with three matches remaining and all-but certain to be relegated. Umina consolidated their top-four place and effectively ensured that The Entrance will be relegated with a 2-0 win at Umina Oval. Goals to Umina’s leading scorer, Josh Schumann, in the 10th and 30th minutes. Only a miracle can save the 2010 Premiers who must win both of their remaining two matches and hope that Avoca loses all three of their games. A third draw in their past four matches ended East Gosford’s hopes of reaching the semi-finals.

Needing to win every game the Rams were held to a scoreless draw by Kanwal, a result which ensured Kanwal would remain in the Premier League next season. Contrastingly, it was East Gosford’s sixth draw of the season, but Kanwal’s first. After being in clear last position six weeks ago Kanwal have now strung together four wins and a draw in their last six matches and are safely sitting in seventh position. Avoca have continued their excellent recent form to pull off an upset 5-3 win over Budgewoi in their match, transferred from Erina High School to the Budgewoi Soccer Club. As has become their habit

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in recent matches Avoca gave their supporters plenty of excitement, taking a 4-0 lead early in the second half, then seeing Budgewoi pull the score back to 4-3 before scoring a late winner. Keenan Crum and Jake Elder both scored doubles for Avoca with James Steer also finding the net. Jai Kelly (2) and Billy Lockley scored for Budgewoi. Although mathematically still vulnerable, the win meant that Avoca are now effectively guaranteed of avoiding relegation while Budgewoi have now dropped seven points from fourth place, although they have played one less match than the teams above them. The competition takes an unusual turn over the next two weeks with all teams, with the exception of The Entrance and Doyalson, playing each other twice. The situation has arisen due to the four postponed Round 9 matches having been re-scheduled for the week after Round 18. These two matches will be followed by the postponed Round 10 matches on Sunday, August 26. This season all finals series matches in all three grades will be played on Pluim Park No 1 with the Minor Semi Finals on Saturday, September 1, the Major Semi Finals on Sunday, September 2, the Finals on Sunday, September 9, and the Grand Finals on Saturday, September 15.

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Umina girls’ seven goal spree inals’ contenders Umina Women’s Premier League showed style with their seven goal routing of the Avoca girls in last Sunday’s, August 5, encounter played at Umina Oval in perfect conditions for football.

For the first 20 minutes Umina found it difficult to get out of their own half of the field with Avoca continually pressing the home team’s defence. Unfortunately for Avoca the lack of finishing saw many attacking runs break down. By the break Avoca were

three down and looked shaky in defence as Umina gradually took control of the game. By the final whistle Umina had put seven goals into Avoca’s net maintaining their third placing on the WPL ladder, just three points behind second placed Killarney whose two all draw with Kariong did little to put a bigger space between second and third placings. For their part Kariong slipped to fifth place but only being two points away from Doyalson may well be in with a chance for a top four finish. Doyalson on the other hand could not come away with three points after a

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disappointing game with Tuggerah resulting in a four all draw. The bottom three squads of The Entrance, Wyoming, and Avoca are now simply playing for pride as there is little chance of gaining a top four spot. Tuggerah and Kanwal have an outside chance but seem unlikely to make the cut while Kariong and Doyalson need to win remaining games to be in the running. Gosford’s 8-0 victory over Kanwal has pretty much secured their spot and must be considered favorites for a grand final appearance.

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Union

Kariong join Avoca at top of table by Larry Thomson Photos: Angela Beattie

ariong gave a warning to all other teams in round 14 of the Central Coast Rugby Union competition on Saturday, July 28, and declared themselves the most impressive winners over Avoca Beach at Ourimbah Rugby Park.

Kariong showed they will be a force in the final weeks of this year and dominated the game right from the start. The opening minutes of the match showed that both teams were ready for an intense struggle. The early contact and pace of the match showed that both teams were keen to get the early dominance, however, it was Kariong who were to get that dominance. Within the opening 10 minutes Kariong had crossed for two tries. Flanker Afele Tongia crossed for the opening try when he brushed aside several defenders to post the try. The conversion of this try took Kariong to an early seven points to nil lead. This was quickly followed by their second try. Fullback Derrick Peachey made a brilliant individual run to cross for the team’s second try. So very quickly Kariong had jumped to a significant 12 points to nil lead. They still continued to dominate many phases of play and were causing the Avoca Beach team plenty of problems. Avoca Beach did have periods of good attack but just could not break the defensive line of the Kariong team. The remaining 30 minutes of the first half saw no further points scored by either team so the halftime score stayed at 12 points to nil in favour of Kariong. Kariong had several strong players, in fact there were very few players who

were not performing well. Besides Peachey and Tongia, others to play well were flanker Tevita Moala, lock Blake Silvester, and winger Justin Canterbury. Mitch Clay at five-eight was also very good. He ran the ball well and was also able to place several good kicks in to put Avoca Beach under pressure. The best player for Avoca Beach was Emile Thomas who was in everything and was most effective at the breakdown. Centre Jono Hirst played well against a very strong defence as did flanker Matt Hipwell. Avoca Beach opened the second half with a penalty goal to winger Matt Maloney but this was quickly replied with a penalty goal to Kariong halfback Scott Hanley. With the score at 15-3, it seemed Avoca Beach may have been able to get back into the match, but it was not to be. Midway through the first half the Kariong scrum took a tight head close to the Avoca Beach try line, and Kariong half Scott Hanley took the ball and scored under the posts.

Terrigal’s Phil Heard wins the line out His conversion of his own It seemed at that stage try had really put Kariong in they would go on with it but the box seat leading by 22- it was not to be. 3. Ourimbah fought back to The game was secured make the scores close, but after another good Derrick it was not until those final Peachey run. moments of the match that From broken play, he the win for Ourimbah was ran 40 metres to score a secured. wonderful try under the It was certainly a heart posts. Peachey was the breaking loss for Terrigal. best player on the paddock The loss put them just out and his running from general of the Top Four but it is all play had put Avoca Beach very close. under continuous pressure. Best for Ourimbah was The conversion of this try prop and Captain Brett took Kariong to a final score Cunningham who was well of 29 points to 3. supported by flanker Bradd It was a most convincing Sheridan and halfback Ryan win by Kariong and the win Keegan. Terrigal gave it their put them at the top of the all. competition ladder with Their best players Avoca Beach. included No.8 Mitch Hirst, It certainly makes for prop Todd Atkins, and a very interesting end to wingers Jarryd Tome and this season, and also to a Tom Sheehan who both wonderful Finals series in scored a try. September. Warnervale caused a Ourimbah scored a try minor upset when they on the bell to defeat Terrigal defeated Northlakes at at Woongarrah Oval by 21 Slade Park by 20 points to points to 19. 17. This was a closely fought There was nothing in this encounter throughout. match throughout. It was such an important Northlakes led at the game and the intensity was halftime break by 10-7 so plainly evident. the match was still up for Terrigal had the better of grabs. things in the first half and Warnervale did score went to the halftime break three tries to two and that leading by 16 points to 11. was the only difference in

the match. Both teams scored a try apiece in the opening minutes of the match but then the game developed into a real arm wrestle. Both teams had their chances to post points but

dogged defence kept the other team out. The game loosened up a little in the second half but it was the visitors who were to prevail for a very good win to them. Gosford defeated The Entrance at Gosford Showground by 56 points to 21. Gosford did not have it all their own way in the first half. The Entrance did play some very good rugby. However Gosford always had the result in check and the further the game went on the stronger they became. Gosford led by 28-7 at the halftime break but to the credit of The Entrance they remained determined and made Gosford fight all the way. A feature of the match was that all 11 tries scored in the match were all converted by both teams. The win put Gosford into third spot on the ladder with three matches remaining in the competition.

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Rugby Union third last round preview he third last round of the 2012 Central Coast Rugby Union competition this Saturdays will see the four teams in the top four spots playing teams who are out of the Top Four.

This does not mean, however, that the results will be one-sided. In fact, quite the opposite could result. Because of the evenness of the competition this year, teams who cannot make the semi-finals can still cause many difficulties for the semi-final aspirants in the final three rounds. Ourimbah are at home

to Northlakes at Ourimbah Rugby Park and this clash could go either way. Ourimbah will go into the game as quite firm favourites because of their good win last time out against Terrigal and because they are at home. They also have that little bit more to play for as a win would make their semi-final chances more certain. Northlakes, however, can trouble all teams. They have the player depth to cause an upset and have done so this year to several other teams. Ourimbah will keep it tight in general play while Northlakes more than likely will try to spread the ball wide and try to expose the

home side’s outside backs. Another tight game will be the game at Woy Woy Oval where Woy Woy are at home to Gosford. Woy Woy have not played for three weeks so may not be totally match hardened but at least will be injury free and ready to go. They have secured several new players in recent matches and these players have certainly strengthened their team. They have troubled all teams in their recent outings and will do the same to Gosford. Gosford have several

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are the form team at present and they meet The Entrance team who have not won a game this season. Kariong will win this match, and The Entrance will have to give a very wholehearted effort if they are to avoid a very big defeat. Warnervale host Avoca Beach on Saturday at Woongarrah Oval. Avoca Beach is coming off a loss two weeks ago and will be most keen to rectify that situation quickly. Warnervale is coming off a good win against Northlakes and will be keen

to maintain that form. Warnervale are at home and are always that little bit more of a difficult team to overcome when at home. Avoca Beach is equal first on the ladder with Kariong at present and should win on Saturday but this game could be much closer than many people expect. The teams each had a bye on Saturday, August 4, as the day was used for round nine catch up games. Woy Woy defeated The Entrance on forfeit.

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injury concerns but know if they can get a win this Saturday they will be close to securing a semi-final spot for this year. Woy Woy are at home and are always that little bit more competitive when playing on the Peninsula. Gosford will be without Coach Adam Carlisle so the other senior players in the team will have to rise to the occasion to be able to overcome the improving Woy Woy team. The Entrance are at home to Kariong at Joseph Banks Oval and will find things most difficult. Kariong

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he largest trophy in world rugby visited the Central Coast on Wednesday, August 8, ahead of the inaugural Bledisloe Cup Festival and the opening Test of The Castrol EDGE Rugby Championship and Bledisloe Cup.

As part of its tour, the cup visited St Mary’s Catholic College Primary School in Toukley, Berkley Vale Public School, Kariong Mountains Public School, Erina Fair and Woy Woy Junior Rugby league Club at Ettalong Oval. Travelling to schools, shopping centres, and various events around Sydney and NSW as part of the 2012 Bledisloe Cup Festival, the Bledisloe Cup Tour will give fans of all ages the chance to get up close with the most sought-after pieces of silverware in transTasman rugby union. The highly recognisable Cup was donated by the Governor-General of New Zealand, Lord Bledisloe, in 1931 to mark the rugby rivalry between Australia and New Zealand. Weighing a total of 21.6kg, including the base, the Cup is the largest rugby trophy in the world and the most popular behind the World Cup. The Bledisloe Cup began its journey on Friday, August 3, at the Museum of Sydney as part of the Rivals in Rugby

Brothers in War display. The Cup was on display again on Saturday at the free two-week display, which showcases rugby artefacts, pictures and jerseys from the early years of the Bledisloe Cup and the contribution both Australia and New Zealand Rugby made to World War II. On Sunday the Cup made its way south to the Illawarra region before heading

West to Bathurst, north to the Central Coast and Newcastle before returning to Metropolitan Sydney for the Bledisloe Cup Festival. The Cup is on loan from current Rugby World Cup Champions, the All Blacks, who have held the Bledisloe since 2002. The Qantas Wallabies will be hoping to take the first step in returning the Cup to the trophy cabinet

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in Australia for the first time in a decade when they take on their arch rivals the All Blacks at ANZ Stadium in Sydney on Saturday, August 18. The Bledisloe Cup Festival, which begins officially on Friday, August 10, will feature a week long calendar of events that celebrate the tradition and iconic rivalry between Australia and New Zealand.

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Green Point are NSW Rugby Sevens champions by Matthew Drennan

fter winning the State Final of the Rugby Sevens earlier in the year, the Green Point Christian College Senior Primary Boys won the Final of the NSW All Schools State Championships on Monday, July 30.

The first Christian School ever to win such a title, the boys said they were very happy. After progressing undefeated from their pool matches, the team won the Quarter Final before beating St James, Murwillumbah, in the Semi by 34-6. Green Point Christian College met Avoca Public School in the Final and were triumphant by 24-6. Jordan Te Wani was awarded Man of the Match.

Brisbane Water and Tuggerah Lakes Colleges in Rugby Sevens by Craig Morgan

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Local Zone 15 club, Avoca Beach representing the Central Coast, found themselves in a tough Section Three draw and bowed out of the competition’s round robin with three straight losses to Alexandria Erskineville 4862 in Saturday morning’s Round One, Coffs Harbour’s Park Beach club 4567 in Round Two in the afternoon and on Sunday morning went down 37-65 to Raymond Terrace in Round Three. Avoca was only able to score two rink wins when in Round One Kevin Bocock’s team won 18-14 over Alexandria Erskineville’s. Andy Grove and Tony Shoebridge’s team had a 22-14 victory over Park Beach’s Richard Southam. Raymond Terrace also defeated Park Beach 72-42 on the Master Board and Alexandria Erskineville 6151 to win Section Three. In the other round robins Glenbrook Panthers had two wins, 58-57 over Ballina and 64-49 over Dubbo Railway and, although losing 55-61 to Northmead, had done enough to win Section One. Belrose took out Section

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thrilling game when Nathan Wise steered his Belrose team to a 20-20 draw with Cabramatta’s England and NSW Representative David Holt. On Rink 11 another New Zealand representative, Matthew Gallop, skipped his Cabramatta team to a convincing 23-9 demolition of Belrose’s John Campton and the powerhouse Cabramatta Bowling Club’s side were the worthy winners of the NSW 2012 Grade One Pennant. For all three days of competition Bowls Central Coast’s Website manager Geoff Graham was on duty at The Greens with his laptop updating the scores on all rinks to the Bowls Central Coast website providing the best on-line Pennant service to the bowling community. Host club The Greens The Entrance, their officials and staff are to be applauded for the high standard that they set in catering to the demands of staging the “Blue Ribbon” event of the Bowls NSW calendar. Being given the honour of hosting the Grade One Finals was a coup for bowls on the Central Coast and a boost to the local economy with accommodation booked out and restaurants doing a brisk trade. The support from bowls fans at the event was huge with no parking available anywhere near the The Greens and the club premises packed all three days. Club president John O’Connell was heard to jokingly ask “Can we do this every week?”

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Two with three wins, Tuncurry 64-53, Tathra Beach 67-44 and Wagga 9542 while Section Four was won by Cabramatta, also with three wins, from Taren Point 59-48, Inverell East 83-42 and Dapto Citizens 62-44. The scene was now set for the two semi-finals and the huge crowd of supporters and spectators were given plenty to roar about as the two crack sides of Belrose and Cabramatta took on Glenbrook Panthers and Raymond Terrace respectively. The result was a win for Belrose over Glenbrook Panthers 65-41 and Cabramatta dashed Raymond Terrace’s hopes for a finals berth with a 7050 win. Monday morning’s Final was a great spectacle with a Scottish Piper playing as each team member’s name was called out over the public address system when they walked out onto the green to be greeted by the assembled guests of honour and officials. With the welcoming speeches completed, the two sides consisting each of three teams of four players got down to the business of doing what they do best. On Rink 10, Rowan Brassy skipping for Cabramatta and Steve Rawlings for Belrose, found themselves opposing each other and went at it blow by blow with the scores tied at ends 3, 5, 12, 14 and 17 with a telling four shots on end 19 helping Steve Rawlings’s team win the rink 20-18. Rink 12 saw another

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he Central Coast RSL Pairs were played at Woy Woy Bowling Club on Wednesday, August 1.

The competition was won by The Greens, The Entrance, team Trevor Shoveller and Graham Canobie. The Greens defeated the Munmorah United team of Steve Comber and Phil Davies by 21 shots to 10. Trevor and Graham will now play the first round of the State against a Zone 6 Newcastle District side. This is the third 2012 RSL title won by The Greens with teams skipped by Richard Thornton winning both the triples and fours.

Trevor Shoveller and Graham Canobie

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by Betty Harrison-Polson

fter a few c a n c e l l e d playing days due to rain, the Bateau Bay Women’s Bowling Club semi-ﬁnals of the club Triples took place on Thursday, July 12, with Marilyn Beard and Elsie Yardley heading for the ﬁnals.

The finals got under way early on Thursday, July 19, but with rain clouds threatening the players eventually had to cease play for a while. Back on the green and the final two ends drenched the ladies. However, perseverance persisted, the game was over and Di Edwards (for Betty Millward), Mary Harman and Elsie Yardley(s) defeated Helen Lewis (for Elsie Felice), Judy Spano and Marilyn Beard(s).

Elsie got off to a good start at 6-0 by the fifth end. Di then put her three bowls inches from the jack which looked like another three points, however, Marilyn played a perfect shot to the jack getting her first point on the board. Helen’s three bowls clutched the jack on the seventh end and, although things changed back and forth, one of Helen’s drew the score for Marilyn to 4-6. Both leads played great draw bowls and on 11th end it was no exception with two of Di’s hugging the jack. Judy then took one bowl with a lovely draw shot, however, Elsie’s last shot changed the head again to give her one up The 20th end was one of the most exciting with Mary making two up for Elsie but with Marilyn’s second bowl it changed the head dramatically giving her five up.

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oukley RSL Men’s Bowling Club hosted the ﬁnals of the Club Minor Singles Championship on Sunday, July 29.

The Championship is considered to be one of the most sought after titles on the club calendar year. Over the past years, Toukley has hosted many Club Minor Singles finals, all of which have been very competitive while displaying a high standard of bowling. Toukley’s two rivals on this occasion were Danny Williams and Michael Waddington. Michael was coping with the overcast conditions and started to draw shots frequently and, by the completion of the seventh end, was leading eight shots to Danny’s four. By the end of the 14th end Danny held a slender lead of one shot, Danny 15 and Michael 14. The cold and windy conditions proved treacherous for both bowlers

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who at times played a number of short and long bowls. By the completion of the 23rd end, the score was an incredible 21-21 and both contestants appeared to

be responding to the crowd that were appreciating the bowling exhibited. As the game progressed, Michael managed to score a further seven shots over four ends bringing the score

to Michael 28 and Danny 22. On the very next end, Michael delivered another three shots and thereby coming out the victor of the Minor Singles Club Final for 2012.

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Avoca Beach Club Triples

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96 bowlers compete for Jack Pateman trophy by Tony Hegyi

Sean Sydenham, Paul Ryan & Bruce Jewell

ateau Bay Men’s Bowling Club held the 37th Jack Pateman Three Bowl Creightons Triples Carnival on the Monday, July 30, at the Bay Sports Club.

Jan Kenny, Ann Bates, Deirdre Windshuttel, Ida Gill, Alice Diamond and Robyn Schram

n icy day plagued by light showers and drizzle saw the final of the Club Triples for 2012 at Avoca Beach Bowling Club on

Tuesday, July 24. Ida Gill, Alice Diamond and Robyn Schram played Deirdre Windshuttel, Jan Kenny and Ann Bates. An early lead by Deirdre’s team of 9-0 had Ida’s side

on the defensive. Soft raindrops grew heavier and forced an hour’s stoppage as players waited for the weather to clear. On return to the greens, Ida’s team began clawing

back and were soon matching their opponents bowl by bowl. On the 21st end the score was 17–17 and another nail-biting end had to be endured.

There were 96 players who represented many Clubs from the Coast. They all got down to the serious business and played

their hearts out for a stake in the $1300 prize money provided by sponsors Creightons. The day was won by the team of Sean Sydenham, Paul Ryan and Bruce Jewell from Terrigal with three wins plus 29 and 25 ends from runners up John Graham, Brett Williams and Mick Gibbons with three wins plus 29 and 22 ends.

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Green Point top Zone Athletics Carnival again

by Wayne Parks

reen Point C h r i s t i a n College claimed another victory at the Zone Athletics Carnival for the 12th year in a row.

Eliana Bootes came third in the eight years girls while Isabella Jones placed first in the 11 years girls and Jessica Plater in the 12 years girls. Ben Dufficy placed first in the eight years boys, James Linnet placed second in the 10 years boys, Harry Crain placed first in the 11 years boys and Mackenzie Hay was also first in the 12 years boys. Mackenzie Kay also broke the 12 years boys 200m record with a time of 27.08. The previous record was 28.07. Eliana Bootes equalled the eight years girls 200m with a time of 32.19.

Gosford calls for revised race track funding policy by James Heddo

t the request of Racing NSW, Gosford Race Club agreed to schedule an additional set of barrier trials on Monday, July 30, after both Newcastle and Wyong were unable to offer these trials for various reasons.

“This situation further highlighted the flaws in the current Provincial tracks maintenance scheme funding model and the tremendous job the track staff at Gosford Race Club continue to do,” said Gosford Race Club CEO Mr James Heddo. “Under the current Provincial tracks maintenance scheme, $2 million is distributed across the five Provincial tracks based solely on the number of starters generated from each training precinct. Under this model, the following payments were received in the 2010/2011 financial year. Newcastle: $686,200 Hawkesbury: $386,600 Kembla: $342,200 Wyong: $327,600 Gosford: $257,400 It is expected a similar

spread of payments for track maintenance will be distributed for 2011-2102. “During the last twelve months the Gosford Race Club hosted a Newcastle meeting, a Kembla meeting on 48 hours notice when they had received heavy rain, plus five transferred ATC Meetings,” stated Heddo. “In addition to that, we have run nine sets of barrier trials, which it should be noted are held on our course proper.” At the barrier trials conducted at Gosford on June 26, of the 55 nominated horses only three were from Gosford. Likewise at the trials conducted at Gosford on June 30, of the 75 nominated horses only 10 were from Gosford. “We have always put the Industry first at Gosford, and we have agreed to put on this extra set of barrier trials at Gosford to assist trainers and owners mostly from other racecourses prepare their horses for racing. “Whilst we will receive nomination fees from these trials, expenses include jockey fees and insurance, ambulance, vet and farrier fees as well as additional

staff fees so we generally end up in a break even situation. “You cannot put a price though on the wear and tear being received by our course proper.” Adding to the costs is the recent decision to ban marker pegs from being used at barrier trials, meaning that for Clubs like Gosford that use the course proper for barrier trials additional rail shifts are required, which are time consuming but

necessary. “I have put forward a proposal to both the Provincial Association and Racing NSW for a set fee being paid per square metre of track provided for racing and training, based on an increased funding distribution of $3 million. “My argument remains that the cost of the maintenance of each Clubs’ racing and training surfaces does not vary greatly regardless of how many

locally trained gallopers are produced to start at other tracks. “The current funding model has served the industry well for many years but I feel strongly that now is the time to look at alternatives that are simple, transparent and easy to administer. “I realise Racing NSW are working hard on a new Strategic Plan that may include a new Intra Code funding model of which

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August 9, 2012 - GRANDSTAND - P21

On the Water

Terrigal wins NSW Pool Rescue title

Coast athletes in Pan Pac Water Polo Festival

by Dan Pearce

by Steve Allan

welve athletes from the Central Coast competed in the Pan Pacific Youth Water Polo Festival from June 30 to July 4

The Pan Pacific Youth Water Polo Festival covers four age groups and is the biggest tournament of its kind in the southern hemisphere. Teams from California, Queensland, NSW, ACT, Western Australia, along with the host nation competed in the 12th edition of the event in Auckland. James Dezius, Lachlan Faulder, Daniel Heard, Jake Cartwright and goalkeeper Jaryd Lynch were selected in the NSW U16 Country side. Coached by Josh Magann and managed by dual Olympian Dan Marsden, the side had comfortable victories over Wharenui and Hutt, followed by a thrilling one-goal win over Queensland Maroon team. The Quarter Final was a one-goal win against the Corona Del Mar Blues from Newport Beach California. In a closely fought Semi, Country triumphed over Tauranga to advance to the gold medal play-off. In what has been described as one of the games of the tournament, NSW Country went down to the NSW Blues 6-3, with the

game in the balance until the final minutes. On the opposing team was Gosford’s Jai McNamara, who had the honour of being named captain, while his father Mark coached the State to victory. Five Coasties played in the Girls U16 competition. Jess McCarthy, Talia Allan and goalkeeper Mikalah Fahey represented NSW U15 Combined High Schools (CHS), while Eleanor Duell-Ferguson and goalie Georgia Perkins were chosen for the NSW Country side. CHS finished equal fifth in the 23 team tournament, losing just one match, before going down in the quarters to eventual champions, the NSW Blues. The Country side was 15th, suffering several narrow defeats against Mountfort Park and Queensland White respectively. Following the tournament, CHS played New Zealand U15s in three Test Matches. The Kiwis were too strong and comfortably won the series. At the presentation ceremony, Jess McCarthy and Talia Allan were named joint MVPs for NSW. In the U18 tournament, Brittany Tait co-captained the NSW Blues to a bronze medal. Her side’s only defeat came against the powerful

North Harbour club in the semi-final. Tait will now tour Hawaii with the Australian Country team. Coached by the godfather of Central Coast water polo Peter Donohue and 2015 World Championship Target Squad member Nick Hawthorne, the NSW U18 Waratahs won all of their round games with the exception of a close loss to Queensland. This put the Waratahs into the quarter-finals, where they accounted for local side Waitakere, with a convincing 14-3 win. The Waratahs then faced the favoured NSW Blues side and went down 6-3 in a hard fought battle, where the scores went 0-1, 1-1, 2-3, 3-6. The Blues capitalised on a simple mistake in defence late in the fourth quarter, and went up 5-3, while the Waratahs had a player ejected, before securing victory with a goal in the dying seconds. The Waratahs then faced locals Marist Red, and took control from the outset, winning the bronze medal 8-5. In total, NSW Water Polo sent 10 teams, boys and girls to the Pan Pacs across two age groups, 16s and 18s, and came home with six medals, including two gold, two silver and two bronze.

vent favourite Terrigal SLSC convincing l y took out the NSW Pool Rescue Championships over the weekend of July 28 and 29 at Woy Woy.

With the largest team in the competition, Terrigal dominated the Championships with strong performances from Tim Schofield, Elyssia and Alessandra Gasparotto, Zoe Hall, Rachelle King, Daniel Smith, Jack Waddell and Paul Lemmon. Wanda was forced to settle for second place, with good performances by Jessica Lauricella, Alex Clarke, Blake McCrindle, Danielle McMahon, and Jed Boxall. Illawarra Club Bulli also

performed extremely well finishing third overall in the pointscore, due to some excellent performances from Rachel Teys, Mitchell Fagerstrom, Abbey Dawson, Tom Montgomery and Kiah Taylor. Swansea Belmont’s Sam Earp was the standout performer for the Hunter. He won the U19 Manikin Carry, Manikin Tow, Manikin Carry with Fins, and Super Lifesaver. Together with only a handful of team mates, he managed to secure the club 13th spot overall. Manly was also well down on the point score table at seventh, while Newport was the big surprise, with a small but solid team of competitors securing the club eighth overall. The Far North Coast once again proved that

they were moving up the ranks with impressive performances from Lennox Head-Alstonville, Cudgen Headland and Byron Bay. Pool rescue skills are not only important for saving lives in the surf but this competition was great preparation for the upcoming World Surf Life Saving titles in Adelaide in November. It is also important for athletes to include these skills in their repertoire for selection in State and National teams. The Championships included obstacle swims, manikin carries, line throws, medley relays and simulated emergency response competition. The events are great for honing the surf rescue skills of our top athletes, who are all volunteer surf lifesavers.

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On the Water

P22 - GRANDSTAND - August 9, 2012

English finishes third in World Masters

by Surfing Australia

andra English, the head coach of the Central Coast Academy of Sport’s GRIP surfing program, recently competed at the World Masters Surfing Championships.

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TravelSIM Team Australia finished third behind Hawaii and the USA at the Nicaragua ISA World Masters Surfing Championship while Sandra English of Budgewoi collected the silver medal in the Women’s Masters Division. Held at Colorado Beach at Hacienda Iguana from July 14-22, the championships attracted more than 130 surfers 35 years and older from 25 nations competing in the Masters (Over 35), Grand Masters (Over 40), Kahuna (Over 45) and Grand Kahuna (Over 50) divisions. Travelsim Team Australia finished fifth at last year’s titles in El Salvador and

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Time - Height(m)

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FRI - 10 0129 1.16 0732 0.60 1415 1.41 2056 0.69

SAT - 11 0237 1.10 0831 0.64 1517 1.42 2210 0.66

SUN - 12 0352 1.09 0935 0.64 1619 1.46 2313 0.59

MON - 13 0500 1.13 1034 0.61 1714 1.53

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FRI - 17 0155 0.28 0753 1.38 1337 0.38 2000 1.78 MON - 20 0343 0.20 0954 1.57 1553 0.31 2206 1.68

TUE - 21 0422 0.23 1039 1.60 1645 0.34 2252 1.58

WED - 22 0504 0.28 1127 1.61 1741 0.38 2344 1.45

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In the Men’s Grand Kahunas, Baldwin featured in the only final not involving a Hawaiian to finish third on 10.10 behind Peru’s Javier Huarcaya (14.67) and the USA’s Allen Sarlo (11.30). Cameron (7.10) came up against a Hawaiian doubleteam in the final of the Grand Masters Division with 2000 World Champion Sunny Garcia winning gold on 17.66 ahead of countryman Kaipo Jaquias (17.33). Garcia (14.10) and Jaquias (10.87) also finished second and third in the Men’s Masters Division behind Venezuela’s Magnum Martinez (16.66). The Kahunas Division was won by the USA’s James Hogan (15.56) ahead of countryman Ricky Schaffer (13.50) and Hawaii’s Mike Latronic (11.10). Final Team Standings: 1: Hawaii 10540 2: USA 9771 3: Australia 7540 4: Brazil 7306 5: Venezuela 7303

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improved two spots in 2012 after an exciting final day of competition at Colorado Beach. The powerful Hawaiian team took the honours with 10540 points ahead of the USA (9771), Australia (7540) and Brazil (7306). TravelSIM Team Australia had four competitors still in contention heading into the final day and finished with a silver to English, a bronze medal to Rod Baldwin of Copacabana in the Grand Kahunas Division, and a copper medal for fourth to Mark Cameron in the Grand Masters Division. John Schmidenberg entered the final day needing to finish in the top two of the Round Six Repechage Heat in the Men’s Kahunas Division, but missed second place by just .27 of a point. English was desperately close to snatching the gold medal in the Women’s Masters but was pipped by Hawaii’s former World Tour competitor Rochelle Ballard 8.90 to 8.17.

by Allan Wilson

illcare Surf Life Saving Club held its annual meeting on Saturday, August 4, which saw a number of new faces elected to assume the major roles.

Ms Leah Fotofili took over the position of president from Ms Karen Burke who stepped down after three years. Under Ms Burke’s presidency, the club racked up one of the most successful eras in its 80 year history. When she took over the

reins in 2009, she became the first woman president in the club’s history. That same year, in a unique “double”, she was also bestowed life membership, another firstfor a lady member. Leah, a vital component in club coach John Bourne’s line-up of beach event teams, and who performed with distinction in State and National titles, is currently undergoing an intensive training program in preparation for the upcoming World Masters Surfing Championships in Adelaide next November.

She was recently awarded the Paul Wheelahan Trophy as the Open Women’s Champion during the club’s recent annual awards presentation evening. As incoming president, she said she was looking forward to the challenge of maintaining the high standard by her predecessor, Karen Burke. Other highlights at the meeting included the inductions of Phil Tubby and Jonathan Burke as life members and the appointment of Mal Cooper as club captain.

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August 9, 2012 - GRANDSTAND - P23

On the Water

Emery wins firsts in Page and Russell win at remote-controlled sailing Malibu comp

by Marilyn Russell

by Craig Coulton

nyone could have been forgiven for thinking it was November when the Ocean Beach Malibu Club (OBMC) conducted its contest on Sunday, July 8, at Umina Beach with one of the best days winter could provide.

Along with the glorious weather were glassy 2-3 feet waves that only improved with the incoming tide. Round one saw ex club champion Hayden Emery inflict a rare points win over Kai Ellice-Flint, relegating Kai to the seconds in round two. Hayden carried on with the job to win the firsts from the ever improving Ben Scully-Hawkins with Garry Halliday and Chris Irwin claiming the minor places. Kai easily won the seconds from Peter Wellington, Tom Payne and Darrell Young.

It was an all committee member round two in the third heat with contest director Richie McClelland outpointing club president Craig Coulton and social director Cyndi Zoranovic and assistant head judge and gear steward Dave Moulton claiming third and fourth places respectively. In the fourths it was the juniors excelling with 13 year old Hayden Wellington winning his first ever heat from 10 year old Angus O’Malley who was surfing his very first contest with the OBMC. Kevin Dewar had some compensation for a horror round one heat by winning the fifths from Rob McCaughan, John Payne and Daryl Anderson. The next contest is scheduled for Sunday, August 12, at Umina Beach. The full results from the day were: Round 1, heat 1: Hayden Emery, Kai Ellice-Flint, Craig Coulton, Craig Palmer and

John Payne. Heat 2: Garry Halliday, Tom Payne, Dave Moulton, Hayden Wellington and Daryl Anderson. Heat 3: Ben Scully-Hawkins, Peter Wellington, Cyndi Zoranovic, Angus O’Malley, Rob McCaughan and Kevin Dewar. Heat 4: Chris Irwin, Darrell Young, Richie McClelland and Liz Ambler. Round 2, heat 1: Hayden Emery, Ben Scully Hawkins, Garry Halliday and Chris Irwin. Heat 2: Kai Ellice-Flint, Peter Wellington, Tom Payne and Darrell Young. Heat 3: Richie McClelland, Craig Coulton, Cyndi Zoranovic and Dave Moulton. Heat 4: Hayden Wellington, Angus O’Malley, Liz Ambler and Craig Palmer. Heat 5: Kevin Dewar, Rob McCaughan, John Payne and Daryl Anderson.

wo Central Coast residents placed in the top two in the 10 rater remotecontrolled model yachts competition in Coomera, Queensland, on July 28 and 29.

Several skippers from NSW travelled north to challenge the locals. Saturday saw good breezes and a loss of two boats due to breakages out of the 18 entries. Racing was conducted in two fleets with promotion

relegation between fleets. Local skipper Phil Page from Umina dominated the racing with his Diamond winning eight races to lead the fleet by six points. Umina Skipper Frank Russell was tied for second with Sydney Skipper Owen Jarvis. Sunday saw light winds and a game of patience and tactics. Racing was delayed due to the light wind and as the fleet was reduced to 14 yachts racing was conducted in one fleet. The breeze, when it eventuated, was inconstant

with course changes being made almost every race. Page dominated again and stretched his lead further to 14 points. The final results for the weekend saw Page in first on 28 followed by Frank Russell on 42 points second and Owen Jarvis two points behind on 44 points in third place. All three skippers are members of the Northern Mariners Radio Yacht Club which sails on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month at Mount Penang Dam.

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P24 - GRANDSTAND - August 9, 2012

Taekwondo has four new black belts

by Amanda Morrison

Judo juniors prepare for Sydney International

by Peter Acciari

wo junior players from the Kido Mingara Judo Academy who have performed solidly in State selection trials and various state competitions this year used the Blacktown PCYC tournament on the weekend of August 4 and 5 to prepare for next month’s Sydney International to be held on September 22 and 23.

nternational T a e k w o n d o Federation (ITF) Central Coast held its Taekwondo Winter Grading for over 30 members on Sunday, July 22.

Both juniors and seniors took to the floor in front of examiner Master Andrew Rhee seventh Dan. “Everyone performed their techniques to the best of their ability,” said V Dan Amanda Morrison. Participants were required to complete

fundamentals, patterns and sparring before completing theory. Blackbelt grading began at 10am, finishing at 4pm, with students Bradley Jaggers, Kristopher Abdullah, Aaron Bruchhauser and Liam Bruchhauser tested for their Blackbelts. After the four students completed the coloured belt section with their fellow students, Master Rhee began the Black Belt testing with pattern and step sparring. The students tested for their Blackbelts had to

compete a minimum of 12 breaks using equally both hand and foot techniques. Bradley Jaggers, Kristopher Abdullah, Aaron Bruchhauser and Liam Bruchhauser were successful in achieving their Black Belts. “I was extremely proud of everyone on the day, especially the Black Belts and I was excited to be part of the first black belt grading on the Central Coast by Master Rhee,” said Morrison.

Winning gold in the U12 division, 10 year old Daniel Villani’s improvement was apparent from his first bout where he threw a terrifically timed foot sweep that lifted his opponent chest high. He showed a tremendous command of skills for someone so young,

executing left or right techniques on the coach’s request, then finishing with strong groundwork. Daniel is in top form for the upcoming Illawarra International Junior Championship. Kasiea Naidoo, 13, of Wyong, had overcome her nerves and found her form, putting her new found throwing skills to devastating use. She destroyed all of her opponents with precision ‘ippon’ full point winning throws at will in the U15s. She easily won gold in her 52kg weight division. “It was her best performance to date” Coach Pete Acciari said “she trains hard and will be ready for good results at next years Nationals”. “It was her best performance to date,” said coach Pete Acciari. “She trains hard and will

Sponsorship for boxers, water skiers and water polo ive Central Coast residents have received a total of $5000 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 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. Kyle Schneider of Lake Haven and Satali Fuimaono of Umina Beach were each awarded $1000 to attend the World Ringside Boxing Championships held in Kansas City, USA from 30

July to August 5. Kyle is the current Australian Golden Gloves Champion, having won 15 bouts without a loss and Satali is a two times NSW and Australian Boxing Champion. Kariong resident Brittany Tait received $1000 to represent the Australian Open Women’s Team at

the Hawaiian Invitational Women’s Water Polo Tournament to be held in Hawaii from August 3 to 15. Brittany was selected after excellent performances in selection trials. Kenneth and Keenan Derry of Toukley each received $1000 to represent the Australian Barefoot

be ready for good results at next year’s Nationals,” he said. KIDO is planning to enter Junior Team events and is recruiting to develop an U10, U12 and U15 Junior Girls team from the ground up with that in mind. The competition preparation to score National points for overseas selection is in full swing at the Academy taking various forms National team members, Melinda Brown, Liam and Angelina Yokoyama are training in Japan. Angelina, 15, will finish her preparation in the Philippines and then meet up with the full KIDO group in Victoria at Southern Cross International and next month’s Sydney International Open.

by Gosford Council media

Waterski Team at the World Barefoot Waterski Championships to be held in Waco, Texas from August 27 to September 2. They were selected after exceptional performances at both national and international championships over the past two years.