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

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

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

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

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

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

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

oshua Ross of Woy Woy competed in the Men’s 4 x 100 metre relay final in the last track and field event on day 15, the last day of the London Olympics.

Ross competed alongside team members Anthony Alozie, Isaac Ntiamoah and Andrew McCabe and ran the last leg for the team.

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

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Announcing the group’s policies for the September council elections, Mr Ian Kilpatrick said that Central Coast First was committed to “fair representation of sub-regions” within the Gosford local government area, with “the creation of wards in Gosford Council”. Mr Kilpatrick said both he and his number two candidate, Ettalong resident Daryl Lynch, were particularly concerned about past Council commitment to the Peninsula. “The Peninsula has been forgotten by Gosford Council for far too long,” said Mr Kilpatrick. “We need to see funding committed to improve local roads, kerbing, guttering and drainage.

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was also undertaken of craft and persons using the wharf. The study was undertaken with a dollar-for-dollar grant funding from NSW Maritime under the 2009-10 Better Boating Program. The council is now investigating funding opportunities for the design and construction of Woy Woy Town Centre Wharf in accordance with option two. At the meeting, the council also

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to wharves on the Peninsula, particularly the commuter facilities at Ettalong and Wagstaffe”. “This is a similar levy to what is imposed by Pittwater Council,” said Cr Macfadyen. “Up until this point, Gosford hasn’t received any income for the heavy use of our wharves by private operators. “At the same time, Council has been incurring expenses year after year for upkeep and maintenance. “The funds raised will be quarantined for wharf upgrades across the city. “Top of the list for improvement will be the commuter wharves at Ettalong and Wagstaffe. “Once the levy is implemented, there will be discussions with the local communities and ferry commuters about what upgrades are needed,” said Cr Macfadyen. Gosford Council Agenda CIT.34, 7 Aug 2012 Email, 9 Aug 2012 Jim Macfadyen, Gosford Council

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Ross competes in Olympic track final by Wayne Parks

oshua Ross of Woy Woy competed in the Men’s 4 x 100 metre relay final in the last track and field event on day 15, the last day of the London Olympics.

Ross competed alongside team members Anthony Alozie, Isaac Ntiamoah and Andrew McCabe and ran the last leg for the team.

osford Cr Peter Freewater has said so long to local government after his nine candidate party failed to submit its nomination forms in time.

All of the nomination forms for Central Coast Alliance were completed and handed to one of the candidates on Cr Freewater’s ticket to submit while he was in Scotland supporting his son in the world championships of highland dancing. “This person decided to wait until half an hour before the close of nominations to submit the paperwork and then realised that they hadn’t brought the form with all the candidates’ signatures. “Subsequently, they went home to look for it and

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by the time they got back, nominations had closed. “Therefore, not only did they not submit the group nomination, they didn’t submit [the forms for] any of the candidates at all. “That’s it - all over red rover,” said Cr Freewater. The person handling the nominations for the Central Coast Alliance came into the ofﬁce of Ducks Crossing Publications shortly after nominations had closed to cancel booked advertising in view of missing the deadline. He said he was “devastated” in missing the

nominations by one minute and was too upset to make further comment. Number ﬁve on the ticket Mr Jake Cassar said he was disappointed and it was unfortunate it was left until the last half an hour. “I guess the whole group should take some responsibility to a point. “It’s remarkable how it could come down to those last few minutes, but rules are rules. “The real losers in this are the community because I think we had a really, really great team of genuine community leaders that are

out there in the community making a difference. “Me personally, I’m not deterred from any of the things I’m doing for the environment and social justice,” he said. Cr Freewater said he had worked hard for the last four years to clean up Gosford Council and had made a pretty good ﬁst of it. “I saved Coastal Open Space System (COSS) from getting a recreation zoning that would allow sporting ﬁxtures and hotels; I got the entrance [to Brisbane Water] dredged so boats wouldn’t get trashed on the rocks; I helped secure Bambara. “I showed the community that they can stand up to Gosford Council and

expose them. “I also played a major role in the retiring of the general manager and so now we can make a clean start with a new one. “My concern is that many of the old councillors will still be there and I believe it would be better if the new Council were to grow out of fresh, fertile soil. “So with this in mind, please don’t vote Labor, Liberal, Central Coast First or Craig Doyle; you’ll just be throwing the same old fertiliser on the new general manager. “I think Kate da Costa and Hillary Morris would be excellent councillors if you don’t mind the fact that they’re Greens.

“I’d like to thank all those people in the community that have supported me and written to me or called me to thank me for things I’ve done. “It was really good to hear people say ‘thank you’. “I’m just sorry I won’t be there for another term to ‘keep up the good ﬁght’,” said Cr Freewater. He said he would now be able to return to being a marine scientist and spending more time with his family. Email, 9 Aug 2012 Peter Freewater, Horsﬁeld Bay Kaitlin Watts, 10 Aug 2012 Jake Cassar, West Gosford

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The Entrance Channel

y o n g Council is finalising plans to bring the dredge back to The Entrance Channel for the ﬁrst time since May, 2010.

Council is expecting to move the dredge into the channel by the end of August, where it will remain until the start of October. The dredge is currently sitting in Wallarah Creek at San Remo, where it was

put back into the water after being removed and transported to Council’s Charmhaven Depot to undergo out of water maintenance. “The dredging works will involve the removal of anywhere between 30,000 to 80,000 cubic metres of sand from the channel,” said Council’s natural areas operations manager Mr Luke Sulkowski. “Although it is open at the moment, dredging will mean we can realign the channel and assist in

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decided to impose a levy of $7000 per year per wharf on vessels with a capacity of 120 passengers or more. Scenic and tourist cruises that picked up and dropped off passengers from the same wharf would be exempt. Gosford Labor Crs Jim Macfadyen and Vicki Scott proposed the motion on the basis that it “would deliver upgrades

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August 13, 2012

‘Option two’ adopted for Woy Woy wharf

The option was one of three that were advertised for public comment after the Woy Woy Town Centre Wharf Concept Report was presented to the council last December. The report was prepared after a public meeting was held to gather information and to assess the needs of the boating and general community. A vessel usage investigation

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Gosford Council has adopted a design for the upgrade of the Woy Woy Town Centre Wharf. The council adopted “option two” at its August 7 meeting, after considering five submissions and discussion from specialist council offers. Council was told that the option offered advantages to local recreational boat owners and fishermen. It had an increased mooring area on the floating pontoon and foreshore wharf-boardwalk, and an increased fishing area away from the commercial and high pedestrian traffic areas. It also had the ability to add further moorings to floating pontoon at the western end similar to “option one” if required in the future. It also separated passenger and commercial vessels to the eastern end of the proposed pontoon and existing commercial wharf.

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preventing closure of the channel. “On this occasion, we will be concentrating on dredging a large section at the southern side of the channel,” said Mr Sulkowski. The sand spoil collected as a result of the dredging works would be used to renourish the northern side of the channel near Karagi Park and Dunleith Caravan Park at The Entrance North. “There has been erosion occurring over the last 12

months at this location,” said Mr Sulkowski “Our ﬁrst priority is normally to place the sand on The Entrance North Beach, but there is a large beach there at the moment; although we may still revert to placing sand there should we sufﬁciently nourish the northern side of the channel. “Dredging the channel and removing sand not only assists in the tidal interchange between the ocean and the lake, it also

helps to nourish other areas and allow for the establishment of dunes and offshore sand banks to help reduce the potential effects of erosion,” said Mr Sulkowski. Work is expected to occur six days a week. “It’s good to see that dredging will again start to realign the channel and help provide closure before the summer season,” said member for Dobell Mr Craig Thomson. “Council has been doing

a great job managing the channel over many years and I believe the latest works will again improve the amenity of this popular tourism venue,” Mr Thomson said. Council is currently finalising operational matters before setting an official start date for the dredge to return to the channel. Media releases, 15 Aug 2012 Wyong Council Media David Gardiner, Office of Craig Thomson MP

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Triathlon

Matt Baker to trial for national Triathlon squad riathlon is the most recent sport to be added to the Central Coast Academy of Sport’s elite programs list, and it hasn’t taken long for the multifaceted sport to produce what is hopefully a star of the future.

Following a summer season disjointed by injury, Matt Baker said he was overjoyed upon receiving the news that he had been selected to trial for Australia’s ITU Junior World Championships team at Runaway Bay in Queensland. Six of the best U19 triathletes from around the Nation were invited to attend the three-day camp that consisted of multiple time-trials and a biathlon (bike and run) to wrap up the camp on Sunday.

Baker, of Green Point, began the camp with a fifth placing in the one km swim time-trial. Out of six competitors, fifth placing may have not seemed like the greatest of results, however, Baker’s time was a thirty second improvement on the 18 year old’s previous personal best and indicated that there may be more promising results to come over the course of the weekend. A second placing, and 22 second personal best, in the five km run timetrial certainly had Baker impressing the selectors. This was backed up by a third place in the 600 meter open water swim. The final trial for the weekend was a biathlon consisting of a 20km bike ride and three km run. “The course for the bike leg was pretty tough and it was a great challenge,”

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said Baker. He and another athlete, Kenji Nener, formed a breakaway from the rest of the pack in the biathlon and created what was a twoathlete-race. “After the transition I got into my run really well. “I was able to hold a solid pace over the length of the course and managed to put extra time between myself and the chasing pack. “I was happy with the way I ran, but Kenji had a fantastic run and got away from me,” said Baker. At the completion of the run, Baker crossed the line in second place, comfortably ahead of the rest of the pack and enhanced his chances of being selected as one of the top three triathletes to attend the ITU Junior World Championships later this year. Central Coast Academy of Sport head coach of

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the triathlon squad and NSW-ACT National Talent Academy coach Keiran Barry said that Baker’s performances over the weekend were very impressive. “Matt competed very well over the course of the weekend and achieved some outstanding results. “His times were good enough to earn qualification into the National Talent Academy, which is a very select group of the best junior and U23 triathletes in Australia. “Matt is the first NSW male triathlete to qualify for this squad and just the tenth triathlete in Australia to do so, it’s a very elite group,” said Barry. Baker will now spend some nervous weeks back in training on the Central Coast awaiting the announcement of Australia’s World Junior’s team in early September.

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All Schools Rugby League hree Central Coast schools competed in the 68th Annual Origin All Schools Rugby League Carnival held late last month.

In the U12s Open A category, Green Point Christian College defeated Avoca Public School 22-6, however, in the U12s Open B category, Mannering Park was defeated by Belmont Public School by 12 points to 10. NSW Rugby League general manager Mr Geoff Carr congratulated

all competitors on their performances and sportsmanship. “We have seen some terrific football across the last few days with some of the state’s top future talent on display,” Mr Carr said. “This annual tournament is the biggest of its kind in Australia and brings schools from all over NSW to compete for the right to be crowned state champions. “The event can be quite a feat to prepare for and it is important that we acknowledge all those who assisted us with putting it

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together and importantly also our principal sponsor Origin.” Open to NSW schools that qualified by winning their local area All Schools Gala Day, students travelled from as far as Coffs Harbour, Tamworth and Taree to compete against local schools from across greater Sydney. The three-day competition took place across four western Sydney venues, St Marys Leagues Stadium, Hickeys Lane Oval, the Kingsway and Whalan Reserve.

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his year, Kincumber Gym will take part in Fit for Good’s Give a Sole for a Soul Campaign, which provides footwear for Australians who are in need.

Kincumber Gym owner Ms Belinda Smith said the gym strongly endorsed this

campaign to give everyone the opportunity to take part in daily exercise, whether it be at home or in a gym. She said she was extremely proud to be taking in part in such an innovative campaign. “It is important to promote and encourage exercise within our local community. “As a gym, we are doing our best to break down the

barriers to exercise, and if footwear is the only excuse, hopefully this campaign will fix that. “We are very community minded, so when the opportunity presented itself to help others have the same opportunity to exercise as our members, we were keen to get on board,” she added.

enry Kendall High School s t u d e n t s participated in their own uniquely adapted version of the Olympic games at the Northcott Disability Services Senior Athletics Carnival at NSW State Sport Centre, Homebush on Tuesday, August 14.

Held at the home of Sydney’s Olympic Games, the Athletics Carnival was an opportunity for students with disabilities from across the state to gather and

compete with their peers in an accessible carnival environment, modified especially for young people with physical disabilities. The carnival accommodated all levels of abilities, with students competing against each other according to their age and ability. This year, more than 50 students participated in a variety of adapted athletics track events including wheelchair sprints, relays, obstacle races and bean bag races, as well as adapted field events such as discus and shot put. The Minister for Sport and Recreation, The

Hon. Graham Annesley MP attended the event, presenting the students with gold, silver and bronze. “Many schools and families rely on Northcott’s annual Athletics Carnivals to provide children and young adults with a disability the opportunity to represent their schools and be able to participate in and enjoy sport on a level playing field,” said Northcott Disability Services recreation worker Ms Samantha Jones. “Northcott relies on the generosity of the public to operate and run these carnivals, as no government funding is received,” said Ms Jones.

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Wyong Hockey Club on top

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yong District Hockey Club Ladies are topping the charts this year, with both Wyong teams in top positions for the finals.

“This is a friendly club, the ladies teamwork and patience has paid off this year,” said Wyong club coach Ron Lloyd. “It’s good to see the work put in over the past few years paying off,” said Lloyd. The mid week competition

has seen Wyong come in first. “It’s been a fantastic competition, with a great mix of ladies helping and playing together, it’s really been a fun tournament and coming in first has just been a bonus,” said coordinator Sue James. Wyong District Hockey Club has players from all walks of life, from ages five to 60. People are encouraged to come and have a go, regardless of fitness or age.

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Wyong Pony Club wins first inter-club event

by Simon Wood

yong Pony Club had a resounding win with the first inter-club event hosted at their new grounds at Jilliby on Sunday, August 19.

The interclub day attracted over 100 riders from the seven Central Coast based Pony Clubs. The club was keen to show off its new completed arena, built in conjunction with the Central Coast Sporting Horse Association. The day began with competitors fronting the

judges for classes including Working Hunter, Equestrian Hack, Rider and Pony Club Mount. The presentation of horses and riders was of a high standard making the judges work hard to rank the combinations of horse and rider. The show jumping competition was held throughout the day on a challenging course designed to test everyone from A Grade to E Grade, with a range of double combination jumps, oxers and even a fan jump.

Afternoon sporting events included bending, ball race, bounce keyhole and stock horse race. The tiny tots group led off will smiles on the faces of all, many of whom were first timers at an inter-club event. The serious sporting events then got under way with many of the timed events coming down to fractions of a second to decide the winners. The end of the day saw Wyong Pony Club run out winners with a total 343 points, well ahead of second placed Tall Timbers on 273.

First female Rugby League referee

by Shayne Hayne

entral Coast Division Rugby League (CCDRL) made history on Sunday, August 19, when Emily Droguett became the first female referee to officiate a first grade competition match in the Central Coast Division Rugby League Competition.

Droguett, who began refereeing the Central Coast Division Junior League in 2003, refereed the competition between Northern Lakes and Toukley at Gumbuyah Oval on August 19. Droguett said her goal has always been to referee at the highest level she can achieve. Central Coast referees director Shayne Hayne promoted Emily from refereeing the U18s to refereeing seniors this year

as he believed it was only a matter of time before she cracked the CCDRL firstgrade refereeing ranks. “Emily has really refereed well in all her reserve grade and open age games this year and this is a just reward for her consistency and hard work,” said Hayne. The biggest hurdle Droguett still has to overcome is her fitness, not femininity. Improving her fitness is the motivation behind her dedication towards weekly training sessions and pre season training. “Training head-to-head with all the other first grade referees on the Central Coast each Wednesday night has definitely kept her ahead of the curve,” said Hayne “It has nothing to do with special treatment and that’s exactly the way she wants it. “All Emily wants is to be rewarded for hard work and that’s it.

“That doesn’t mean she hasn’t copped plenty from unruly fans,” said Mr Hayne. Hayne said he knows that if any referee says they haven’t copped flak they are lying. “Generally, the players are really good. “They might be a bit more careful around Emily though. “The crowd are probably the worst. “Emily has copped plenty of abuse but that doesn’t seem to bother her. “They’ll throw out different lines at her but I think the level of abuse she gets is the same as other referees. “The players she’s refereed in the lower grades or officiated over as a touch judge have already learnt on their own to be on their best behaviour around her. “A lot of them will apologise if they swear around her now and say ‘sorry miss’,” said Hayne.

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News

Col Gooley Field amenities to be upgraded

Nick Rendell in snowboarding comp

by Beverley Sampford

by Kevin Hulls

iscussions on the upgrade of the Umina Oval clubhouse amenities for Col Gooley Field took place on Thursday, August 9, between representatives of the Umina Beach Rugby League Football Club and Gosford Council officers.

A total of $250,000 has been secured to fund improvements to the lower clubhouse amenities through the NSW Government’s Community Building Partnership Program and Local Infrastructure Renewal

ick Rendall in Year 8 recently r e p r e s e n t e d Kincumber High School in the I n t e r s ch o o l s

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He will now represent the School at the State Championships later this month in the Snowboard Cross Event.

Scheme. The amenities upgrade would involve significant internal works to improve the safety, design and function of the facility including new fittings for the toilet and showers, installation of accessible toilets and improvements to the drainage and stormwater systems. “Umina Oval is a highly utilised sportsground and the Clubhouse currently supports the operational activities of both the Umina Rugby League Football Club and The Umina Cricket Club. “The funding will enable Council to achieve a number of objectives for the

building including improving the structural condition to extend its life as a valuable community facility and increasing the usage, safety and enjoyment of the facility by sporting groups, local community and school groups,” said Gosford Council coordinator active ppen space Ms Karen Tucker. Umina Beach Rugby League Club president Mr Kevin Hulls said the meeting with Council was extremely positive. “I am smiling from ear to ear and sincerely thank the Council, Karen Tucker and Chris Holstein for their assistance.”

Gold Cup Day to have three feature races

by James Heddo

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August 23, 2012 - GRANDSTAND - P9

Woy Woy PSSA teams to move to Brisbane Water Zone

News

Locals “beaten” in World Boxing Championships

by Joel Keegan

Satali Fuimaono

by Ona Buckley

oy Woy Public School students competed in the Zone Athletics Carnival on Friday, August 3, for the last time.

Starting from next year, Woy Woy Primary Schools Sports Association will embark on a new initiative where its zone will join with part of Brisbane Water and grow to 16 schools. Woy Woy Public School was previously part of the Woy Woy zone which went from Empire Bay to Point Clare. The whole Central Coast was restructured in terms of the zones to distribute the schools more evenly.

“It was an excellent carnival, well run by Point Clare Public School,” said Woy Woy Primary Schools Sports Association president Ms Kath Taylor. “Point Clare has been a member of our PSSA since its formation and many of the teachers have become not just our work colleagues but our friends. “They will be moving into a new zone in 2013 and we will miss their wealth of experience and knowledge. “As president for the last seven years, it is both a sad and exciting time for me. “I will miss the closeness of our small zone but also I am looking forward to the challenge of our new zone,” said Ms Taylor.

Wyong Hockey could have five teams in finals

by Jo Lloyd

he Wyong Junior U9, U11, U13, U15 and a Combined U17 hockey teams have a chance for the Finals.

“The club has had an influx of new members to the club in all grades and while some teams are doing better than others, all the kids are having a great time,” said Wyong District Hockey Club president Maxine Morris.

Morris believes that this year has been a “building year” for some of the teams. “We are very proud of our U15 team, the average age is 13 and have not had a win but these great bunch of kids just come every week and have a great time ,” said Morris. “It’s fabulous to see the club appreciates the time and effort the kids and the parents put into the club and games,” said Morris.

atali Fuimaono of Umina and Kyle Schneider of Lake Haven attended the World Ringside Boxing Championships in Kansas, USA, from July 30, to August 5, but didn’t get the results they wanted.

They were each awarded $1000 to attend the Championships by Central Coast Regional Organisation of Councils. Satali was beaten in the semi-final by the eventual winner Charles Cornwell and Kyle was beaten in the final by Thomas Santiago. Umina PCYC boxing director Joel Keegan said: “To say I was upset with the scoring would be a major understatement, but these boys are taught to cop bad decisions on the chin and move on. “In the gym, we try to live by the motto of ‘No complaining, no explaining’ but it was a long way to go to get mugged. “We were very proud with how they handled

themselves, after what were pretty devastating losses. “Satali had had a very convincing first round victory against a formidable Puerto Rican kid, who I thought was the other stand out in the tournament. “Satali was doing it pretty easy in the semi against the American, Charles Cornwell, but we had no idea that we could possibly be denied the decision. “For Cornwell to go on and win the final easily only made the loss in the semi more bitter. “Schneider had dominated his opponents in both preliminary bouts on the way to the final of the 12 year Novice section. “Although he had some work to do to adjust to the style of fighting in this tournament, Kyle seemed to also be an obvious winner in the final, but this was not to be. “I’m at a loss to explain both decisions, but anyone who watched the Olympic boxing knows it is hard to work out how they pick them,” said Keegan.

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Football

Ortubio to play Futsal for Australia

by Michelle Kelly

Mariners academy could win club championship

by Donna Slater and Andrew Fearnley

he Central Coast Mariners Academy teams played home, away and catch-up games on the weekend of August 4 and 5.

t Philips Christian College student Nicholas Ortubio will travel to Greece on September 26 to represent Australia in Futsal.

Nicholas was invited to compete in the event after he played in the Central Coast team during the Christmas holidays. The team entered a National Championship at Sydney where every State and a New Zealand team participated. The team made it to the grand final and won with a score of 4-2. The Sydney Academy of Sports has also invited Nicholas to attend a development program.

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Dredging plans for The Entrance Channel

Western NSW Mariners Boys teams travelled to Pluim Park on Saturday for Round 20 of the Boys Super Youth League. Both clubs shared the points from the day with Central Coast Academy securing two wins and two draws while Western took home one win and two draws. The Grade 13 Boys Academy team secured a 3-1 win, while the 14s had a 1-1 draw against their Western counterparts. Western NSW Mariners took the points in the Grade 15 Boys with a 1-0 win over the Central Coast Mariners Academy Boys. The Grade 16 Boys Academy team continued their recent unbeaten run with two goals to the local team, winning 2-0 over Western. In the Grade 18 Boys,

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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,

a day spa, restaurant and bar, surrounded by a landscaped and treed roof garden environment. The position on the fourth ﬂoor of the building would offer uninterrupted views out to the lake and coast, yet would enable the roof garden to still feel part of the town. At ground level, the piazza has been designed to become the town square, providing open space and amenities, surrounded by restaurants, cafes, hospitality venues and specialist retail that would make it popular

for day and night time entertainment and relaxation. A proposed Novotel Hotel would comprise 220 plus rooms, an 800 seat conference and function centre, introducing The Entrance to thousands of visitors. Both towers would be in an elliptical shape, designed to offer 360 degree views, allowing wind to pass, avoiding the down drafts associated with more conventional designs. Lakeside Plaza proprietor Mr Bob Dunnet said “The design has been

inﬂuenced by studies from around Australia and internationally whereby best practice architectural designs have been ‘cherry picked’ and integrated into the design”. The Entrance Chamber of Commerce president Mr Wes Newman said the development was positive for The Entrance. “To get this far has been a great achievement and is very positive for The Entrance,” said Mr Newman. “We have been working closely with the owners and their representatives

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18 Boys Super Youth League Academy Teams travelled to Bankstown to play the Berries in a series of previously washed out fixtures. Although it was a busy weekend for the boys, all Academy teams came away with wins in all grades. The Academy teams showed consistency in their scores throughout the day, having won by two goals in all games. They finished with the scores 2-0 (13 Boys), 2-0 (14 Boys), 4-2 (15 Boys), 2-0 (16 Boys) and 2-0 (18 Boys). A highlight of the day was a hat-trick to Matt Bennett of the Grade 15 Boys to secure his team’s 4-2 victory and the clean sheets maintained by the Grade 13, 14, 15 and 18 Boys. The encouraging results of the day sees all the Boys Academy teams heading in to the 2012 Finals Series on or near the top of their respective ladders and also strongly in contention for the Boys Super Youth League Club Championship.

Hylton Moore Park to be upgraded

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he artist’s impression of the proposed Lakeside Plaza redevelopment released by architectural ﬁrm, Architectus, depicts an expanded Coles Supermarket along with speciality fashion and food retailers to serve The Entrance Community.

both teams had to be content with a 1-1 draw. Western’s younger boys teams were also in action against the Mariners Academy teams with the Grade 11 and 12 Boys playing games that were washed out some months ago. It was also a busy weekend for the younger 9s and 10s boys from the Academy playing two games on Saturday against Manly and Western NSW and then returning on Sunday to again play Western. The Central Coast Academy girls and women welcomed Manly FC to Pluim Park on Sunday. Manly were able to take home most of the points from the day, securing three wins. There were also draws in both the Grade 14 and Grade 16 Girls. The two Grade 16 teams met again on Tuesday, August 14, at Manly’s home turf at Cromer Park to play a previously abandoned game. On Sunday afternoon, the Grade 13 and Grade

by Gosford Council media

osford Council has granted approval for additions and alterations to be made to the East Gosford Football Clubhouse and has agreed to waive all associated Council fees associated with the Development Application and

Constr uction Certificate. The additions will include a toilet and showers, larger meeting space, a new roof, improved building access and other internal renovations. The total of fees to be waived would be $4159.55. The building is a Council asset located within the Council owned reserve at Hylton Moore Park, East Gosford, and is managed

under licence by the East Gosford Football Club. Construction work would be undertaken by licensed contractors on behalf of East Gosford Football Club with the support of Open Space and Leisure Services. The project will be funded by East Gosford Football Club with the assistance of a grant from the NSW Department of Sport and Recreation.

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Mariners see victory over New Caledonia

Football

Dragons make it a Minor Premiership hat trick

by Val Bridge

by Central Coast Mariners Media

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entral Coast M a r i n e r s concluded their twomatch tour of New Caledonia with a 4-2 win over their hosts at the Stade Numa Daly in Noumea, New Caledonia, on Saturday, August 18.

Youngster Mitchell Duke netted a brace for the Mariners with Troy Hearfield and Bernie Ibini also etching their names on the scoresheet in the pacific. The impressive Miguel Kayara, who, on Thursday, netted a free kick for Les Cagous, enhanced his reputation with a fine solo effort for Alain Moizan’s men in the second stanza. New Caledonia scored another direct from a corner with nine minutes to play. Indeed, it took Duke just three minutes to find the opening goal of the game. Hearfield found the Mariners’ marksman following a swift counter attack, with the 21 year old Duke making no error in guiding the ball into the back of the net at the first time of asking. After falling behind, New Caledonia pressured the Central Coast defence with some attacking raids of their own. Goalkeeper Justin Pasfield produced two sharp saves to keep the yellow and navy ahead.

Just three minutes before the interval Hearfield scored his first goal of the preseason. This time it was Duke playing provider, with Hearfield sliding the ball home to send the Mariners into the sheds with a twogoal cushion. After the break Kayara reduced the deficit. Weaving his way past two would-be defenders, the New Caledonian midfielder produced a sharp shot to make the score 2-1. Duke proved a handful for the New Caledonian backline throughout the game and in the 74th minute he scored his second of the night. After beating two players, Duke unleashed an unstoppable drive to restore Central Coast’s two-goal lead. It would take only another minute for the Mariners to make the score 4-1. Bernie Ibini, who netted the Mariners’ goal in the 1-1 draw between the two sides on Thursday, nicked the ball into the back of the net. New Caledonia sustained pressure on the Mariners thereafter and were rewarded for their efforts when they scored direct from a corner in the 81st minute. But Central Coast held on to secure their first win of the pre-season. After the match, Mariners

tactician Graham Arnold said his team had benefited from the five-day tour to the pacific. “We got exactly what we wanted out of the trip. “We got two good games against a strong opposition in New Caledonia. “I believe the Oceania nations have improved enormously and we can’t thank New Caledonia enough for showing us such great hospitality throughout our stay. “Tonight we performed very well. “We scored some good goals and in all honesty we could have scored more. “I am very happy with the performance and the trip,” said Arnold. Central Coast Mariners 4 (Duke 3’, 74’, Hearfield, 42’, Ibini 75’) New Caledonia 2 (Kayara 61, Scorer TBC 81’) Stade Numa Daly Central Coast Mariners: 20. Justin Pasfield, 3. Josh Rose (22. James Oates 78’), 4. Pedj Bojic, 6. Patrick Zwaanswijk (13. Brent Griffiths 78’), 8. Adriano Pellegrino, 12. Troy Hearfield (9. Bernie Ibini 45’), 14. Michael McGlinchey (7. John Hutchinson 70’), 15. Brad McDonald, 16. Trent Sainsbury, 17. Anthony Caceres, 19. Mitchell Duke Subs not used: 21. Mile Sterjovski

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P12 - GRANDSTAND - August 23, 2012

Three teams still in contention with one round left he battle for the 2012 CountryNet Central Coast Mens Premier League championship is set for a thrilling conclusion with three clubs, Berkeley Vale, Wyoming and Umina all still in contention with the final round coming up on Sunday, August 26.

The one point picked up by Avoca in their drawn match against Berkeley Vale also ensured that The Entrance would be relegated to the second tier, Division One, competition next season. The four matches played were all deferred from Round nine scheduled for June 3 but washed out due to heavy rain as were the Round 10 matches that will conclude the competition proper this coming Sunday. Umina have come into late contention for the league championship following a 2-0 win over Wyoming at Umina Oval. It was Wyoming’s third successive loss and has seen them surrender a six-point lead to now trail Berkeley Vale by one point. The win extends Umina’s unbeaten run to 10 matches (seven wins and

three draws) and gives the defending premiers a real chance of taking out the league championship for the first time since 2006. Both teams went into the match without key midfielders in Jason Stafford (Umina – injured) and Darren Cooper (Wyoming – suspended). After a tight, scoreless first half Umina’s Sam Workman-Brown broke the deadlock early in the second half with his second goal in as many weeks. Although Wyoming dominated the match from then onwards they were unable to score despite a number of chances. They then saw the match slip away when Umina’s in-form striker, Josh Schumann, scored from a wide angle in the 78th minute. In Sunday’s deciding round, Umina (34 points) are at home to Berkeley Vale (36) while Wyoming (35) meet East Gosford at Hylton Moore Park with not only the league championship but also the crucial second spot up for grabs. Two goals within a five minute period on either side of half-time saw Avoca fight back from a 2-0 deficit to earn a crucial 2-2 draw against Berkeley Vale in their match at Mingara Sports Field (transferred

from Erina High School). The point guaranteed that Avoca would remain in Premier League for the 2013 season and that The Entrance would be relegated to Division One for the first time in 17 years. Berkeley Vale looked to have the game under control when holding a 2-0 lead just before the break with goals to Brenton Olzomer and Kurt Dimmock. However Nathan Smith pulled a crucial goal back for Avoca from a free kick right on half-time before Keenan Crum equalised with a 25-metre free kick just minutes into the second half. Berkeley Vale then rallied and dominated for most of the second half but were unable to snatch the win and the extra two points that would have given them a great chance of taking out the league championship.

East Gosford reversed the result of the previous week’s meeting with Killarney District with a 3-2 win at Hylton Moore Park. East Gosford, who will miss the finals series for the first time since 2008, were never headed with Grant Casper and Glen Watkins scoring first half goals, although each was cancelled out by goals to Tim Knight and Jared Reed to leave the game locked at 2-2 at the break. The match-winning goal came from an unlikely source in Luke Gunn, East Gosford’s regular goalkeeper, who played in the field in this match and scored midway through the second half. While the result didn’t affect Killarney’s position in the top four it did end any slim chance they had of taking out the League Championship and ensured

that they would play in Saturday’s Minor Semi Final at Pluim Park. Jai Kelly (2) and Jarrod Bowman scored for Budgewoi and Daniel Leith for Kanwal. In the final match, one with no bearing on either the final series or relegation, Budgewoi also took revenge over Kanwal who had knocked them out of finals contention the previous week with a 3-1 win at Wadalba Sports Complex. The Premier League lower grade league championship trophy and medallions will be presented to Wyoming (Reserve Grade) and Berkeley Vale (Third Grade) following their matches on Sunday. Depending upon results the First Grade trophy and medallions may also be presented. This season, all finals series matches in all three

by Alistair Kennedy

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. With two rounds remaining in the Division One competition Kincumber have wrapped up the League Championship and the automatic promotion to Premier League next season with Gosford City almost certain to join them. Kincumber were last in Premier League in 2011 and Gosford City in 2009. Gosford City has also continued its domination of the Women’s Premier League competition taking out the league championship for the third straight year despite a final round 3-2 loss to Doyalson.

Academy enters agreement with dietician service he Central Coast Academy of Sport has entered into a new partnership agreement that will see its athletes benefit from the leading Central Coast accredited dietician service, Optimum Intake.

Establishing themselves on the Central Coast in 2007, Optimum Intake is based out of Erina Heights and provides specialised dietician services all over the Coast and extends into the Newcastle and Hunter regions. “Our Accredited Dieticians are very excited and proud to be partnered with the Central Coast

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exploring different avenues to be able to further engage with the Central Coast business community and this new partnership is indicative of our ever progressive foresight in regards to athlete services. “As an official supplier to the Academy of Sport, Optimum Intake will be providing expert dietary education to all of the athletes

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in our sports programs”, said Central Coast Academy of Sport general manager of commercial Kerry Ruffels. The first of many educational seminars that Optimum Intake will provide for the athletes within the Academy’s 13 sporting programs are now being planned and developed in order to begin presentations in the coming weeks.

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On the Water

Kenn Borgesson - Surf Lifesaving Founder

by Katherine Ellis

ince starting surf lifesaving at The Entrance Surf Lifesaving Club (SLSC) almost four decades ago, Kenn Borgesson has made an array of achievements at regional national and international levels.

A life-long passion for surf lifesaving began for Kenn after joining The Entrance SLSC for something to do on weekends, having completed Royal Lifesaving awards at school. “Someone suggested we could join the surf club so we did, and we did our lifesaving award,” Borgesson said. Surf lifesaving has proved to not only be a weekend hobby and has taken Kenn all over the country and even overseas to compete in lifesaving events. He has also gained a wealth of qualifications in all areas of lifesaving, including Bronze Medallion, Instructors Certificate, Advanced Resuscitation Certificate, Beach Management (Silver Medallion), Level One Coaching Certificate and

Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB) Driver and Crewman Certificate, amongst a plethora of others. On top of that, Kenn is a foundation member of Terrigal Sea Rescue, based at the Haven. “I did administration, and was a skipper of the rescue boat, doing Skipper Certificate, Navigation. “I served 10 years there,” Kenn said. Completing these awards has allowed Borgesson to be fully involved in surf lifesaving on the Central Coast, being a member of not just The Entrance SLSC,

but also Toowoon Bay SLSC and a Life Member of Wamberal SLSC since 1991. As a member of these clubs Kenn, who now competes in the 65 plus age group, has won medals at Branch, State, Australian and World Championships, accumulating a stunning haul of 76 medals over the years and also representing the Central Coast overseas on seven occasions in New Zealand and America, as both a competitor and education officer. As expected, with all of those achievements came a

lot of hard work. “When in competition we would train six days a week with one day of rest and recuperation,” Borgesson said. A beach specialist, Kenn’s program would include mostly beach running programs as well as weights sessions and pool sessions. Unfortunately, Kenn regrets, training has had to be put on hold due to injuries. One of Kenn’s most memorable achievements was winning gold, silver and bronze at World

Championships in Australia, New Zealand, and Daytona USA. Decades of hard work training and competing, and dedication to protecting beachgoers on the Central Coast accumulated to what Kenn recalls as one of his proudest surf lifesaving moments, when he was awarded NSW Lifesaver of the Year back in the 1980s. But talk to Kenn, and it is clear that competition isn’t the only reason he has been involved in Surf Lifesaving on the Central Coast so heavily for so many years. “Apart from comradeship,” surf lifesaving is important to Borgesson because “it is a service to the community, protecting out waterways”. “It is also important for fostering our young ones to be a part of a great club atmosphere,” Kenn said. Kenn coaches beach competitors in all age groups, from Nippers to Masters, as a way of passing on the knowledge he has learnt over the years, as well as fostering young surf lifesavers and extending the club atmosphere. “I coach to pass on the knowledge that I have learnt, and it gives me

great pleasure watching my athletes develop over the years,” Borgesson said. Much like his surf lifesaving history, Kenn coaches athletes from many different clubs on the Central Coast, including Toowoon Bay, Wamberal, Avoca and Copacabana, who travel to Wamberal SLSC for beach sessions on Sunday afternoons during the lifesaving season. Kenn’s coaching has seen athletes develop into champions at Branch, State, Australian and World Championships. “But just to see them gain confidence in themselves is the greatest achievement,” Kenn said. For all of the patrolling, training and competing Kenn has done in a surf lifesaving career that has spanned almost four decades, he regrets nothing. “This is my 37th year as a lifesaver and I have been awarded 10-year, 15-year and 25-year service pins. “I am about to be awarded my 35-year service pin as an active patrolling member, and I would do it all again. “Not that I have finished yet,” Kenn said.

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of ratepayers business. I expect all serious candidates to tell all their potential constituents, publicly, that they will ask for an inquiry into the often published allegations that Gosford City Council misled the State coroner when they allowed him to understand the council had no knowledge or experience in the use or application of concrete to protect the structural integrity of the corrugated steel pipes used in the Piles Creek culvert. The two eight foot diameter pipes photographed by me before they were removed had repaired, yet neglected, concrete linings. I believe the existence of these two pipes beneath Peats Ridge Road, Somersby, was ignored.

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Ourimbah into 3rd spot with two rounds to go

urimbah moved into third spot on the Central Coast Rugby Union competition ladder when they defeated Northlakes by 19 points to six at Ourimbah Rugby Park in round 16 on Saturday, August 11.

Ourimbah scored three tries to nil in the match to secure the win. The first half was an intense game of rugby with both sides having their chances to take control. However, good defence by both sides limited the scoring chances and Ourimbah went into the half time break leading by the narrow margin of only one point, 7- 6. Ourimbah scored a try early in the first half to take the lead and Northlakes were able to respond with two penalty goals. Ourimbah then scored

soon after the start of the second half and they were able to take that little bit of control of the game. As a result of that try, Ourimbah led by 14-6 which remained the score for much of the match. Ourimbah scored their final try near fulltime to ensure the win. It was a good win by the Ourimbah team but it did take them a long time to secure it. Best for Ourimbah on the day were Nigel Kennedy, flanker Bradd Sheridan and lock Tyler Jones. Northlake’s best player was prop Sam Soane who was in everything all day. Woy Woy defeated Gosford in an upset at Woy Woy Oval. Woy Woy were most convincing in their 36 points to 26 win and the fact they scored six tries to three. The match saw plenty of action for the entire 80 minutes. Despite the very strong

wind blowing, the two teams put on an exciting game of rugby with play going from one end of the field to the other. Gosford posted the first points with a penalty goal but it was Woy Woy who were to take the lead with a try. Gosford then kicked a second penalty goal before Woy Woy quickly responded with their second try. This made the score 126, which remained the score for much of the first half. Both teams were spreading the ball and play went from one end of the field to the other. Woy Woy went further ahead close to half time with their third try and things were looking very good for the home side. Gosford kicked another penalty goal right on halftime to make the score Woy Woy 17 Gosford nine. Both teams would have been hopeful of the win at this stage because Woy

Woy did have the howling southerly wind behind them in that first half. However, Woy Woy continued to play good rugby and did not let the wind concern them. Best players for Woy Woy were halfback Mitch Hyde, centre Joel Frazer, and flanker Kane Burns. Gosford were best served by flanker Andrew Moseley and lock Luke Henig. Gosford did score first in the second half when lock Luke Henig crossed for a try from close range. Woy Woy quickly responded with their fourth try which made the score 22-14. There was certainly plenty of action on the field and the match was becoming a try fest. Gosford then scored a great try when five-eight Jarrod Christiansen made a good break, raced 40 metres before passing to winger Chris Heap who scored in the corner.

Suddenly the score was Woy Woy 22 Gosford 21 and the game was up for grabs. Woy Woy had scored more tries in the match but Gosford had struggled to get back into the match. It was Woy Woy who put the match beyond reach when they scored two converted tries in the final 15 minutes to gain the much deserved win. Woy Woy had jumped to a 36 points to 21 lead before Gosford scored right on fulltime to make the final score 36-26. It was certainly a great Woy Woy win and showed that they have turned their season around and will cause problems to all teams they meet in final two rounds. The loss by Gosford dropped them to fourth spot on the ladder in what is developing into a neck and neck race for the Finals Series. Kariong scored a most convincing win over The

by Larry Thomson

Entrance running out victors by 62-0 at Joseph Banks Oval. Kariong were in complete control for the entire match and were able to cross for 10 unanswered tries. Best for Kariong were half back Scott Hanley, flanker Afele Tongia and backs Justin Canterbury, Derrick Peachey and Mitchell Clay. Avoca Beach remained at the top of the ladder with Kariong when they scored an easy win over Warnervale by 58 points to 10 at Woongarrah Oval. Avoca Beach was able to cross for 10 tries to two which showed their dominance in the match. Outside back Jacob Briggs crossed for four tries, and was well supported by Mitch Graham, Justin Staben, and Emile Thomas. Warnervale gave it their all and their best players were Luke Robinson and Brennan Wanstall who both crossed for tries.

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players. Players will include Richard Harry, John Welborn, Clyde Rathbone (Wallabies), Mike Hercus (USA Eagles), Francis Cullimore (Waratahs), Cliffy Lyons, Greg Florimo, Bradley Clyde, Matt Geyer, Robbie O’Davis, Michael

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with depression. The match is also the official opening ceremony of the 2012 Central Coast Sevens International Rugby Festival, which will be held in the days following the charity match.

Central Coast Sports History Central Coast Grandstand will include articles on the history of various sports on the Coast, with photographs where possible, subject to space available in each edition. Many of our readers have shown a great deal of interest in having historical information included in our papers and while sport is usually about here and now, we should not forget

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Macfadyen calls for State sea level rise regulations 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. 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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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.

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Central Coast Alliance fail to nominate

osford City and Wyong Shire Councils celebrated a signiﬁcant milestone in securing the region’s water supply on Wednesday, July 25, with the ofﬁcial completion of the Mardi-Mangrove Link Project.

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Glen is acting general manager 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.

Mardi-Mangrove Link ofﬁcially ﬁnished

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

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The Councils have taken ofﬁcial control of the $120 million Mardi-Mangrove Link from contractor John Holland after extensive testing of all components has ensured its functionality and reliability. To commemorate this milestone, Wyong Shire Mayor Bob Graham and Gosford City Mayor Laurie Maher unveiled a speciallydesigned sculpture at Woodbury Park, Mardi.

The Mardi-Mangrove Link Project is an initiative of Gosford City and Wyong Shire Councils with Australian Government funding of $80.3 million through its Water Smart Program and an additional $40 million combined from the two Councils. Media Release, 23 Jul 2012 Megan Low, Gosford Council

Central Coast Alliance candidates now unable to stand for Council election 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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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

controversial development application, except where a failure to make such a determination would give rise to a deemed refusal, or such a deemed refusal arose before the commencement of the caretaker period. The term “controversial development application” is defined as one for

which at least 25 persons have made submissions by way of objection. Council must not appoint or renew the appointment of the general manager or terminate their employment. This does not include the appointment of an acting or temporary general manager).

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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osford Cr Peter Freewater has said so long to local government after his nine candidate party failed to submit its nomination forms in time.

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Avoca confirm top spot voca Beach confirmed their place at the top of the Central Coast Rugby Union competition ladder with Kariong when they defeated Gosford at Gosford Showground by 28-5 in round 17 on Saturday, August 18.

Avoca Beach were in front for the entire match and two tries in the final quarter of the match saw the visitors run out convincing winners. The match started with play see sawing from one end of the field to the other. Both teams had their chances to post points early on but nothing occurred on the scoreboard for the opening 20 minutes of the match. Avoca Beach had missed a penalty goal and also went close to scoring in the corner. Gosford made several breaks but good Avoca Beach defence kept them out. Gosford lost lock Luke Henig early in the match which affected their structure. After a series of penalties

near the line, Avoca Beach took several taps and ultimately crossed for the opening try to their lock Adam Winter. The conversion was missed but Avoca Beach had opened the scoring at five points to nil. This try was in the 25th minute of the first half and they quickly followed it up with their second try in the 30th minute when five-eight Mitch Graham made a good run before passing to winger Matt Maloney who crossed in the corner for the try. Avoca Beach had jumped to a very handy 10 points to nil lead, and with a penalty goal just before half time, the visitors went to the halftime break leading by 13 points to nil. Things were looking good for Avoca Beach and Gosford had a difficult task to get back into the game. Best players for Avoca Beach to this point were Emile Thomas and Matt Hipwell in the forwards. They were everywhere in attack and defence, and they

were never far from the ball. The Avoca Beach backline was doing everything right, and halfback Justin Staben and five-eight Mitch Graham were directing play with great confidence. Avoca Beach kicked their second penalty goal early in the second half and their lead of 16 points to nil was almost a match winning one so early in the second half. Gosford crossed for a try at this stage when their replacement lock Mitch Cornwell crossed after a forward surge. With the score at 16–5 this offered some hope for the home side. However further good play saw Avoca Beach cement the win with two late tries to their centre Dan Reihana and fullback Jacob Briggs. These two tries took the score to 28-5 in what was a most pleasing win for the Avoca Beach team. The win moved then to 60 points, the same as Kariong, and the struggle for the Minor Premiership goes into next week’s final competition

round. Kariong scored a convincing win over Northlakes at Slade Park to the tune of 43-3. Kariong were in control for the entire game. They went to the halftime break leading by 26-3 and maintained that control in the second period. Kariong were able to cross for seven tries and Northlakes were unable to respond with any. This fact alone demonstrates their dominance in the match. Best for Kariong were fullback Derrick Peachey, flanker Afele Tongia and Jason Briot. The win by Kariong sees them at the top of the competition ladder with Avoca Beach. These two teams are guaranteed the top two places and will meet in the Major Semi-final in three weeks time. Ourimbah secured third place on the competition ladder for this season with a confidence building win over Warnervale by 33-7 at

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Ourimbah Rugby Park. Whatever happens in next week’s round Ourimbah will finish the season in third spot and will play either Gosford or Terrigal in the Minor Semi-final in two weeks time. Ourimbah scored five tries to one and were deserved winners in this match. Best for Ourimbah were flanker Bradd Sheridan, who crossed for two individual tries, five eight Joel Wagner, and lock Simon Rudd. The first half was tight with the home side only going to the break leading by seven points to nil. However Ourimbah took more control the further the match went on. Best for Warnervale were Luke Robinson, who scored all Warnervale’s points, prop Kevin McNamara and halfback Josh Holman. Terrigal and Woy Woy played out a 12 all draw at The Haven on Saturday. Obviously there was nothing in this game for the entire 80 minutes. Terrigal probably had the better of the first half and were

by Larry Thomson

camped in Woy Woy territory for much of the first half. However Woy Woy defence kept them out and Terrigal were only able to cross for a converted try just before halftime to take the half time lead of seven points to nil. Terrigal then scored their second try in the early stages of the second half to go to an increased lead of 12-0. It seemed at that point in the match that the home team would secure the win but it was not to be. Good play by the visitors in the second half saw a comeback. They were able to cross for two tries to square the match all up and to make the score 12 all at fulltime. Both teams would be disappointed about not getting the win. Woy Woy have continued their great late season form, and the two competition points secured by Terrigal at least gives them a chance of reaching the Top Four in their final game next week.

Last round this weekend to decide finals places

by Larry Thomson

he final round of the Central Coast Rugby Union competition this Saturday will see some classic encounters to complete the season prior to the Finals.

The traditional seaside derby between Avoca Beach and Terrigal at Heazlett Park holds special significance this Saturday. Besides always being a highlight game on the rugby calendar on the Central Coast, the game this weekend offers other scenarios. Avoca Beach want to win to secure the Minor Premiership, and Terrigal have to win to get a spot in the Finals for this year. There is also the significant Club Championship up for grabs and these two clubs are in a real tussle for that coveted trophy. Avoca Beach will go into this game with the label of favourites but, with so much at stake, anything could happen. Avoca Beach struck back with some great rugby over the past two weeks and are getting back to their best form at the right time of the year. Terrigal may feel they should have won last Saturday against Woy Woy but a draw makes this game this Saturday so important. Terrigal have a very mobile team and will be totally committed at the breakdown

both in the backs and the forwards. Avoca Beach have a distinct advantage with the game being played at Avoca Beach which makes things just that little bit more difficult for the visitors. Avoca Beach will rely heavily on their experienced players while Terrigal will look to players such as Ryan Metcalfe, Todd Atkins and Mitch Hirst to lead from the front. An equally important game will be on show at Kariong Oval. Kariong take on Ourimbah in what should be an enthralling game. Even though this match will have no bearing on who makes the Final Four, as both teams are ensured of that, Kariong will want to win because a good win can see them take out the Minor Premiership for the first time in quite a while. There is also the issue of bragging rights, and both

these teams will want to go into the semifinals with a win under their belts and will not want to go there with a drop in confidence which can result after a loss. It will be tight game but Kariong are in excellent form. They will start the match strongly and it will take a great effort from the visitors to overcome this Kariong team. Kariong also have the home ground advantage and this factor alone should be enough to see them home. But this will be a good game of rugby and will be hard fought for the entire 80 minutes. Gosford travel to Woongarrah Oval to take on Warnervale knowing that they must win this game if they are to be certain of maintaining their fourth spot on the competition ladder and to ensure they go into the Finals Series. The game will not be easy as Warnervale, despite defeats in recent weeks, are always a

tough team to overcome on their home ground. Gosford are coming off a loss, and with players out through injury, this could be quite a difficult afternoon for the visitors. Gosford should win this game, but Warnervale will be right in the picture for much of the 80 minutes.

The Entrance will take on Woy Woy at Joseph Banks Oval. This is the last game of the year for both these teams so both teams will spread the ball around with abandon. There is nothing to lose. Woy Woy have played wonderful rugby in recent weeks and have caused upset

after upset. In the second half of the season they defeated Ourimbah and Gosford and drew with Terrigal. Woy Woy should be strong in this encounter but it should be an entertaining game of rugby at Bateau Bay.

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Bowls

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Junior bowler McInnes is Coast picked for Singles Champion Country NSW by Carmel Anglin

by Barbara Hall

unior bowler Madison Fennell of Gwandalan Women’s Bowling Club has been picked to play for Country NSW against City in September.

he Central Coast District Women’s Bowling Association Champion of Club Champions singles bowls final was held at Halekulani Bowling Club on

Monday, August 6, to Tuesday, August 7. “The finals were played on Tuesday afternoon between Diane McInnes and Betty May of Gosford City in perfect conditions,” said Halekulani Bowling Club

publicity officer Ms Carmel Anglin. “It was a very hard fought match; both players were neck to neck until the last end of the game. “Dianne scored a three and won the game 31-27,” Ms Anglin said.

Madison, who will turn 16 next month, played socially when she first registered in 2010, aged 13. This year, she resolved to take up the game seriously and entered the Major Singles competition. She was defeated in the final by resident Club Champion Dawn Jones by only a few shots. She was then picked to play for Central Coast District Women’s Bowling Association zone 15 in the NSW Women’s Bowling Association 7-A-Side at

Woy Woy Sporties win Coast Pairs Championship his year’s Bowls Central Coast President’s Reserve Pairs Championship was contested by 64 teams from all over the Central Coast.

The competition was tight and saw four section winners in Henry Dagasso and Paul O’Grady from Davistown RSL, Paul Chapman and Owen Smythe from Morisset, Danny Bjedov and Josh

Rolfe from Sporties in Woy Woy and Dave McMillan and Peter Hart from Avoca Beach progressing to the finals played at Avoca Beach Bowling Club on Saturday, August 11. Both semi-finals were played in difficult weather conditions and it was to the credit of the players that they soldiered on in wet and windy conditions. The Woy Woy duo

captained by Josh Rolfe recorded a strong win over the Avoca Beach pair led by Peter Hart (19-8) while the Davistown RSL team, led by Peter O’Grady, proved too strong for the Morisset combination (21-12) to sew up a place in the final. The final between Woy Woy Sporties and Davistown RSL saw both teams tested in difficult wind conditions. It was a shot for shot affair

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over the first 16 ends with the scores leveled at seven, 11, 13 and 14 apiece but the Sporties bagged a telling five on end 17 followed by a game clinching three on 18 to set up the Club’s first title win in this event with a 24-16 victory. It was also Danny Bjedov and Josh Rolfe’s first bowls title win. They will now progress to the State Titles at Soldiers Point in October and in the meantime contest the Bowls NSW Rookies titles for bowlers with less than three years bowling experience. Former Bowls Central Coast president Kevin Dring congratulated both the finalists on playing in such adverse weather conditions.

Port Macquarie which, due to inclement weather, was washed out. “Our Bowling Club

members are very proud of her achievements and we wish her well,” said publicity officer Ms Barbara Hall.

Umina competes in grade seven state pennant finals

by Ian Jarratt

mina Beach Bowling Club’s Grade Seven team was joined by 60 supporters on the way to Port Macquarie on Friday, August 11, to compete in the state pennant final.

Despite a first round loss, the team managed to get into form for the next match with team captain Bruce Cooper winning the game with his last bowl of the day.

The first match on the Sunday morning saw Umina go up against a previously undefeated St Marys side which had Umina leading until the final quarter. St Marys’ experience kicked in which resulted in a win for the undefeated side. Club president Ross Mcintrye and team captains Bruce Cooper, Fred Hawkesworth and Walter rainbow all congratulated the team’s sportsmanship and efforts on the day.

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Eighty primary school students play bowls

by Peter Freestone

errigal Bowling Club played host to the inaugural Primary Schools Lawn Bowls Gala Day on Monday, August 20.

As part of Bowls Central Coast’s endeavour to further grow junior bowls in the area, The Central Hub was formed comprising Avoca Beach, Wamberal, Davistown RSL and Terrigal Bowling Clubs. Students in Years 5 and 6 were invited from local primary schools to take part in a fun filled bowls activity day. An overwhelming response was received, with 80 students from Terrigal Public School, Avoca Public School and Kincumber

Public Schools participating. Under the co-ordination of Bowls Australia community development officer Mark Whiteman, seasoned bowlers and teachers representing the schools and clubs had the children enjoying an array of bowls games. Some natural talent was shown by a number of students and it is hoped they will continue to learn more about the game with the offer of free tuition by qualified coaches at the member clubs on Saturday mornings. A similar schools day was held at Mingara Bowling Club in March and as a result some 16 children continue to receive ongoing coaching and are enjoying what lawn bowls has to offer.

Central Coast wins Pat Geary Trophy

by Bob Bourke

he Representative Teams for Zone 15 (Central Coast) have brought home the prestigious Pat Geary Inter-Zone Challenge Memorial Trophy from the Pat Geary InterZone Challenge on Saturday, August 11, at Lambton Bowling Club.

Zone 15 has won the trophy twice, in 2002 and 2003. The event, named in honour of the late legendary bowls administrator Pat Geary, is an annual round robin ‘sides’ tournament of six teams of four played between Zone 15, Zone two (Newcastle), Zone six (Hunter-Manning) and Zone 14 (Mid North Coast). In a complete reversal of the almost perfect weather conditions during the previous three weeks, the players were met at Lambton Bowling Club with cold, blustery winds and driving rain squalls that held up play for the scheduled Saturday morning Round one start, pushing it into the afternoon with the ends reduced to 15 and making the playing of bowls a misery. Rounds two and three were then played on Sunday, also with reduced ends. In Round one, Zone 15 lost to Zone two, 76-94, but defeated Zone six, 94-74 in Round two and backed it up with a 92-66 win over Zone 14 in round three. Zone two was expected to retain the Trophy they have held for three years going into Round three against Zone six. Zone two had beat Zone 15 and also had wins of 90-73 in Round two over Zone 14 and a win over Zone six. Zone six began to wear Zone two down in the latter part of the game and the small but loyal band of Zone 15 supporters started to get excited as the prospect of winning the trophy became a certainty. Zone six pulled further ahead of Zone two to record a

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95-74 win, giving the Pat Geary trophy to a cold and wet but jubilant Zone 15. Zone 15’s two best performed teams were skipped by Lee Trethowan (Ettalong) with three wins + 32, followed by Aron Sherriff (Ettalong) with three wins + 18. The Zone 15 Representative Teams for the Pat Geary Challenge included Tony Shoebridge (Avoca) skip, Peter Freestone (Terrigal) third, Paul Vilatta (Halekulani) second, Justin Shelley (Avoca) lead, Darren Morrison

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The Entrance benefits from State Pennant Finals

by Bob Bourke

Sue Ryan is Bateau Bay singles champion

by Betty Polson

ateau Bay W o m e n ’ s Bowling Club has a new Club Singles Champion, Sue Ryan.

Sue played Faye Larkin who was the Singles Club Champion in 2011, 2007, 2004 and 2001. The game drew a good crowd who were not disappointed in the performance of these two

Jamie Reynolds from Tathra Beach club doesn’t allow physical disabilities stop him from competing at the highest level wonder there were smiles all of supplies and runners were there to compete for the top around,” said Bowls Central sent around The Entrance honour at state level. Coast publicity officer Mr shops to buy more meat and “Central Coast Bob Bourke. bread rolls. representative Avoca Beach “The club premises “Another big winner Bowling Club found the were packed with patrons was bowls on the Central competition too hot and over the three days and all Coast, as the NSW Grade bowed out with three straight areas of the club were doing One Pennant is the “Blue losses in their section,” said record business, according Ribbon” event on the State’s Mr Bourke. “With accommodation to a beaming president John calendar. At the end of three days of booked out and local O’Connell. “To compete in the finals, the best bowls to be seen in restaurants doing a brisk “The two outside clubs from the 16 bowls the State, it was Cabramatta trade due to the large barbeques selling sausage districts in NSW had to first Bowling Club that emerged number of competitors or steak sandwiches, as well win their zone Grade One the victor on the Master being in town, it was no as drinks, started to run out flag for the honour of being Scoreboard, 61-49.

players giving their best to produce a close and worthy final. All the games leading up to the final gave both Sue and Faye good results, with the final score being 31-24. Sue commenced playing lawn bowls in August 2005. Since then, she was part of the Grade Three Pennants team in 2009 and, the same year, won the Minor Pairs with Betty Dircks who played lead.

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Faye Larkin (Runner-up) and Sue Ryan (Winner)

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Umina Toukley compete in Grade Six Beach Men’s State Pennant Finals Presidents’ Z Day

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by Bob Bourke

mina beach Men’s Bowling Club held its Presidents’ and Officers Day on Saturday, August 18.

The day saw 112 bowlers on the green and, judging by the amount of laughter and ‘stirring’ going on, all were having a great time. Prior to the game, badges, name bars and ladies brooches were presented by state councillor Kevin Dring, Royal NSW Bowling Association representative Doug Rose, Bowls Central Coast president Max LeGuier and Bowls Central Coast vice-president Bob

Bourke. A Bowls NSW Merit Badge was presented to Michael McHale, a 10 year Service Badge to Steve Stead, a five year Service Badge to Ron Austin and Name Bars to Michael O’Sullivan and Jim Phillips while Bowls NSW Royal Brooches went to Judy Pigram and Lorraine Field plus Bowls Central Coast/ Zone 15 Brooches were presented to Yvonne Norman and Jean Lane. Umina vice-president Ron Austin stood in for president Ross McIntyre who was recovering from an operation and special guest was Merrylands RSL Bowls president Fred Scorse.

one 15 Grade Six Pennant bowlers represented by Toukley RSL Men’s Bowling Club participated in the State Pennant Finals at Wagga Wagga on Saturday, August 4.

Toukley RSL was drawn in section two along with Eugowra, Dalmeny, and Mayfield. Game one was played against Mayfield Bowling Club representing zone two. As the game progressed it became obvious that Toukley RSL bowlers were having trouble adjusting to the speed of the superior green which was reflected in the final score. Mayfield played a more disciplined game and deserved their result with the final score on the master board, Mayfield 64 Toukley RSL 55. In round two, Toukley RSL was drawn to play Eugowra

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representing zone five. This match was to prove another challenging experience for Toukley RSL, although playing on another green, the same difficulties resurfaced. Toukley went down by two shots with the final score on the master board Eugowra 60 and Toukley RSL 58. Round three saw Toukley RSL up against Dalmeny from zone seven. It was a cautious start but as the ends went by it was noticeable that Toukley RSL had regained their confidence and managed to put together some good scoring shots. No doubt they were responding to the Toukley RSL cheer squad who supported the Toukley RSL Pennant teams throughout the State Pennant Finals of 2012. The final score was Toukley RSL 62 Dalmeny 44.

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Ten Berkeley Vale Touch players make State teams

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PSSA boys Touch State titles held in Gosford

by Shayne Hayne

he U15 NSW All Schools Touch Tournament was held earlier this month with a total of 10 players from the Berkeley Vale Touch Club representing their State school team.

In the 15 Boys, Sam Rouse represented Combined Catholic Colleges (CCC) while Scott Drinkwater and Brendan O’Hagan represented Combined High schools (CHS). Matt Sawyer was the CHS manager. In the 15 Girls, Chelsea Byrne, Maddison Crowe, Kirra Dibb and Shannon Rose represented CHS while Jasmin Dillon, Kristen Kessler and Sarah Dimech represented CCC. NSWCHS defeated NSWCCC in the girls final 7-1 as well as the boys

NSWCCC team in the boys 6-5. At the conclusion of the Tournament, a NSW All Schools team was selected from all teams playing and the Berkeley Vale Club had four girls, Chelsea Byrne, Maddison Crowe, Kirra Dibb and Shannon Rose, all representing CHS, gain selection in this team. The NSW All Schools team will contest the Australian Schools Championships in Coffs Harbour from October 23 to 28. In other news from the club, Claire Reed and Isabelle Kelly were selected in the NSW U18s development team with Edith Nathan appointed as coach. The NSW U18s development team will contest the National Youth Championships in Port Macquarie from September 19 to 20.

Mixed results for Point Clare in PSSA Touch by Kylie McGavin

oint Clare Public School’s girl’s and boy’s touch football teams travelled to McEvoy Oval, Umina, on Friday, August 10, to play in the PSSA knockout competition.

The first round matches were against two strong

Umina teams and the boys were defeated 5-1. The boys played Kincumber in their second match and posted a convincing win at 6-2. The girls did well in a close competition and eventually won 4-3. They were then defeated in the second round by a strong Empire Bay side at 5-0.

dcock Park at Gosford was the venue for this year’s NSW Primary Schools Sports Association Boys State Touch Championships.

Held over three days from Tuesday, August 14 to Thursday, August 16, the tournament saw 13 teams representing state, catholic and independent education streams from across NSW, compete for the State title. The Polding team which represents Catholic Primary Schools from across the northern half of NSW included six Central Coast boys and no less than half the Polding team. The local representatives included Tom Sawyer from St Patrick’s East Gosford, Johnny Saley and Bradman Best from St John the Baptist in Woy Woy, Eddie Dillon, Mason Jones and Riley Jones from St John

Fisher in Tumbi Umbi. In what was a tight competition in 2012 the Polding team finished their 12 preliminary matches in second position behind the highly fancied Hunter team after winning eight, losing one and drawing three games. The only loss for the Polding boys came at the end of day one with a 4-3 defeat at the hands of the Hunter team. After missing the finals last year on for-and-against by one touchdown, many hoped this year would be Polding’s year and they certainly surprised a lot of teams with their ability and skill right across the park. Polding’s second placed finish resulted in a semi-final match-up against the other Catholic representative team in Mackillop, who finished in third spot, while last year’s grand finalists Hunter and South Coast squared off in the second of the sudden-

death semi-finals. The round game between Polding and Mackillop saw both teams share the spoils with a 3-all draw so the semi-final clash had some added spice with both teams keen to prove superiority with a win and a spot in the grand final. In a tense match that saw both teams drive the ball hard from end to end with skill and precision, the speed and flair of Saley, Dillon, Best and Mason Jones, backed up by the hard work in the middle by Sawyer and Riley Jones proved too much for the Mackillop team with Polding progressing to the grand final with an impressive 2-1 win. In the other semi-final South Coast avenged last year’s grand final defeat by beating Hunter in a drop-off which saw them progress to meet Polding in the grandfinal. In the earlier roundgame encounter between

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East Gosford students at Homebush osford East Primary School students participated in the Northcott Disability Services’ annual Interschool Junior Athletics Carnival at NSW State Sport Centre, Homebush on Tuesday, August 14.

of athletic track and field events modified especially for young people with physical disabilities. Adapted track events include wheelchair sprints, relays, obstacle races and bean bag races. Students were also able to take part in adapted discus, shot put and slalom.

This year, Gosford East Primary School was one of four schools aiming to take out gold. “Many schools and families rely on Northcott’s annual Athletics Carnivals to provide children and young adults with a disability the opportunity to represent their schools and be able to participate in and

Past participants in the Junior Athletics Carnival have gone on to represent at state, country and Olympic levels in the sporting arena, including four paralympians competing in the London 2012 Paralympics. The event serves as a platform for children with disabilities to get involved and enjoy sport in a fully inclusive environment. More than 70 primary school students from across the state came together to participate in a variety

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enjoy sport on a level playing field,” said Northcott Disability Services recreation worker Samantha Jones. “Northcott relies on the generosity of the public to operate and run these carnivals, as no government funding is received,” said Ms Jones. Northcott’s fundraising event, Walk With Me, on Friday, September 21, will raise vital funds so that unique events like these and other respite services can continue to support and empower people with disabilities across the state.

Umina boys win PSSA Touch knockout

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mina Public School girls and boys touch football teams played in the NSW PSSA Knockout on Friday, August 10.

The first game was against Ettalong Public School which saw the boys win 14 -2 and the girls win 7-1. The next round was against Point Clare Public School. Both games were very close with the boys again winning 6-1 and the girls only just beaten 4-3. The boys then played in the final against Woy Woy South Public School winning 10- 3. They now progress through to round five. “Both teams displayed excellent sportsmanship and represented Umina well,” said coach Mitch Frew.

Statewide surf clubs’ open day by Donna Wishart

ll 15 surf clubs on the Central Coast will open their doors to visitors and new members of all ages as part of Surf Life Saving NSW’s (SLSNSW) first ever state-wide Surf Club Open Day on Sunday, 26 August.

Clubs will host a number of activities, including lifesaving demonstrations, clubhouse tours, barbecues and displays. Some clubs will also offer people the chance to try out a range of beach activities and rescue scenarios first hand to give them a genuine feel for the challenges and excitement of surf lifesaving. SLSNSW director of member services Mr Gary Chapman said the Surf Club Open Day would give the public the opportunity to see the wide variety of activities they could get involved in at a surf club and to sign up before the patrol season starts on September 22. “With the season starting in a couple of weeks, now is a great time to think about joining a surf club and giving back to the community,” said Mr Chapman. “There are over 75,000 people involved in Surf Life

Saving throughout NSW and this includes people of all ages and walks of life. “Everyone has what it takes to be a surf lifesaver,” said Mr Chapman. Surf Life Saving Central Coast CEO Chris Parker agreed that Surf Life Saving had something for everyone. “There are hundreds of volunteer roles to choose from, everything from patrolling the beach on a Sunday morning, to radio communications, administration and fundraising, or managing a team of competitors at a surf carnival. “There are so many benefits to joining a surf club. “Apart from learning vital lifesaving skills, you can get involved with support services such as powered water craft patrols, get fit and healthy participating in surf sports, or simply give something back to the community through voluntary patrols, all while making lifelong friends. “One of the great things about joining a surf club is that you walk into a readymade group of friends. “It’s also a great way to spend some family time together, while doing something good for the community,” said Parker.

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Terrigal Marine Rescue AGM

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arine Rescue Terrigal had its annual meeting and election of office bearers on Sunday, July 29.

The annual meeting was hosted by its patron, Member for Terrigal Mr Chris Hartcher. Marine Rescue Terrigal is one of the smaller Marine Rescue units in the Central Coast region. Size, however, is not a significant issue, since service to the community and the safety of life in a marine environment are the reasons for its existence as a voluntary organisation.

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Size of membership does not restrict Marine Rescue Terrigal in its essential duties of risk response in a marine area ranging from Box Head in the South, to Norah Head in the north, approximately 20 nautical miles (37.04 km) and 30 nautical miles (55.5 km) seawards, which amounts to an area of 1111.2 sq km of sea surface. During fundraising activities within the community, which are necessary for the unit’s survival, a larger number of members would be of advantage, making fundraising activities more effective.

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he 31st World Boys Baseball Tournament was held on the Central Coast earlier this month with an enthusiastic Central Coast Marlins team getting a late call up when Queensland withdrew from the competition.

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local boys to join other Coast boys, selected as members of the Australian Roos Navy team, to tough it out against teenagers from Japan, South Korea, Mexico, USA Fresno, USA San Diego and Australia Roos Sky. The Opening Ceremony on Thursday, August 8, saw players welcomed by Tournament director Mr Andrew Ross, Central Coast Baseball Association president Mr Dave Bryant

and other dignitaries. Opening pitches were thrown by Sydney Blue Sox members Jason Pospishil and Korean Dae-Sung Koo bringing on the six days of play. Heavy rain and strong winds cancelled play on Saturday with players being bussed to the Australian Reptile Park for the day. Officials were forced to reschedule Sunday games to Adcock Park and

Blacktown International Sports Park. The Australia Central Coast team put in encouraging performances with two wins and a draw from their five games, to put them just outside finals playoffs. Local players, outfielder Jackson McAlpine, pitcher Kyle Cross and infielder Matt Reeves were part of the Australia Roos Navy team who took out third place with

a convincing 12-1 win over Mexico. A huge crowd for the final at Baseball Park, Springfield, saw Japan claim the gold medal against USA Fresno A thrilling seven innings game saw the final score at just 2-1. The high level U17 tournament was on its first ever trip within the Southern Hemisphere and it was a great opportunity

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to showcase Australia and the Central Coast ‘using the game of baseball to foster friendships, cultural exchange and international relations’ as Andrew Ross explained. Team members were housed at Myuna Bay Sport and Recreation Camp relishing in the Australian bush setting prior to the commencement of competition.

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