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Wyee rezoning to deliver 1,250 new dwellings he NSW Government has approved a rezoning in the Lake Macquarie local government area with the potential to deliver 1,250 new dwellings.

The rezoning at Wyee, which was approved on Friday, May 24, is a step towards establishing a framework to progress the long-standing “paper subdivision” in the town, which dates back to the early 20th century. The Department of Planning and Infrastructure’s Hunter and Central Coast regional director Mr Michael Leavey said the decision was in line with an aim of the 2006 Lower Hunter Regional Strategy to support housing supply in the Wyee area. This regional strategy is currently under review. The Department has approved the local environmental plan rezoning amendment proposed by the Lake Macquarie City Council for about 164 hectares of land adjoining the existing township and its railway station. The land in the rezoning area is owned by the Wyee Development Fund, Lake

Macquarie Council, NSW Government or individual owners of about 200 lots in a “paper subdivision”. The rezoning will create about 117 hectares of residential land, with higher densities encouraged closer to the railway station. It also sets aside

another 45 hectares for environmental or conversation purposes, 1.6 hectares for open space and 0.5 hectares for infrastructure purposes. The site incorporates a “paper subdivision” dating back to 1914. This area had been subdivided into urban

sized blocks but homes were not able to be approved because of the lack of infrastructure services and formed roads. Mr Leavey said development applications to begin home construction across the site, including the “paper subdivision” area, would

need to show that adequate arrangements had been made for the co-ordinated provision of essential infrastructure, including water supply, electricity, telecommunications and sewerage. The option exists for future development of the area to take advantage

of a NSW Government regulation to unlock paper subdivisions which was finalised earlier this year. “This rezoning is an important step towards providing additional housing and services for the township of Wyee and the Lake Macquarie local government area,” Mr Leavey said. Lake Macquarie City Council Strategy Director Tony Farrell said Council was pleased with the decision, which facilitates the expansion of Wyee in line with the Wyee Structure Plan. “The plan aims to integrate residential development with access to public transport and open space, while conserving our natural environment,” Mr Farrell said. “Infrastructure, including sewerage, is vital to the future development of Wyee, and the Council will continue to work with residents to overcome issues in the paper subdivision.” Media release, 31 May 2013 Mark Skelsey and Danielle Nelson, NSW Department of Planning and Infrastructure and Lake Macquarie City Council

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Ms O’Neill said this was a project of great pride for the entire community. “I’m very proud of this Federal Government’s investment in our region and it is a real boost for local residents and businesses in Ettalong. “The redevelopment of the Ettalong Beach Foreshore will help us to showcase the natural beauty of our area and will allow both locals and visitors a better chance to share the great lifestyle we enjoy here on the Central Coast,” Ms O’Neill said. Mr Holstein also welcomed the redevelopment. “This project is long overdue, and will be appreciated by both

Gosford Council’s director water and sewer Mr Rod Williams said Gosford Council welcomed IPART’s ﬁnal report as it would allow Council to get on with the job of maintaining and improving water and sewerage services for the community. The new prices will result in a gradual price increase of 28.0% or $297 over the four year period from July 1, 2013, to June 30, 2017, for

a typical residential bill. Mr Williams said the new prices would help council continue to make multi-million dollar system improvements for approximately 70,000 properties currently using its water supply, sewerage and stormwater networks. “These charges cover the cost of harvesting, treating and delivering safe drinking water to over 68,000 properties through 1,000 kilometres of water mains. “During this pricing period council will be delivering major improvements to the water supply system including a $7.9 million Somersby Water Treatment Plant upgrade that involves the replacement and renewal of

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Lemon Grove netball court entry (just south of Bangalow St). A Beach Facilities Building consisting of a café, kiosk and public toilets will also be constructed at the end of Beach St as will a pedestrian walkway - cycleway along Lance Webb Reserve, between Picnic Pde and Ferry Rd. Beach nourishment and restoration will also take place. Construction of the new public toilet facility at Ferry Rd and the demolition of the Schnapper Rd public toilet in November 2011 are also included in the redevelopment project. The Ettalong Waterfront redevelopment has a $2 million dollar funding contribution from the Federal Government, $2.79 million from Gosford Council, $300,000 from the NSW Government’s Metropolitan Greenspace Program and just over $83,000 from the NSW Ofﬁce of Environment and Heritage.

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environment and public health. “Major upgrades will be completed at Kincumber and Woy Woy Wastewater Treatment Plants, with $16 million spent to improve the treatment process and ensure we continue treating the community’s wastewater to the required environmental standards. Mr Williams noted that reports from the National Water Commission showed the bill for a typical Gosford household remained below the national average in recent years. “We understand any price increase can be a concern for residents and we will always strive to deliver services that provide value for money,” Mr Williams said.

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rime Minister Julia Gillard joined Federal Infrastructure and Transport Minister Anthony Albanese and Member for Robertson Ms Deb O’Neill in Kariong on Friday, May 24, to reafﬁrm Federal Labor’s $600 million plan to ease congestion and cut travel times along the F3. delivered in partnership with the NSW Government, which will provide the same amount of upfront funding. The balance of the required funding will come from the private sector, with the project expected to go to market within months. In addition to making the F3 to M2 Link a reality, Federal Labor’s plan also funds targeted improvements to tackle congestion and improve safety along the existing F3, including widening the section between Tuggerah and Doyalson, widening the section between Kariong and Somersby, upgrading

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$13 million upgrade officially opened he $13 million upgrade to the Central Coast Highway and Wisemans Ferry Rd intersection was fully opened to trafﬁc on Friday, May 24, two months ahead of schedule and on budget.

“Residents can play a role in keeping their bill down by maintaining their commitment to water conservation, which has been a highlight of the commission’s reports for some years now.” IPART has considered the submission made by Gosford City Council, as well as the public submissions to determine the ﬁnal prices. Following council resolution, new charges will come into effect from July 1. Media Release, 14 May 2013 Gosford Council Media

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Federal Infrastructure and Transport Minister Anthony Albanese, Prime Minister Julia Gillard, Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill and Department of Infrastructure and Transport representative Ms Lyn O’Connell

Minister for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal Mr Chris Hartcher said the intersection upgrade funded by the NSW Government would beneﬁt motorists by improving safety, reducing delays and lessening congestion. “This key intersection provides a major road link

between suburbs of the Central Coast and the F3 to Newcastle and Sydney,” Mr Hartcher said. “Importantly the upgraded intersection improves safety for motorists and cyclists by separating trafﬁc movements and minimising merges. “The upgrade has

extended the existing right turn lane and provided a second right turn lane from the Central Coast Highway into Wisemans Ferry Rd. “And in another beneﬁt to road users, the intersection has opened two months ahead of schedule.” Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein said work on

the intersection upgrade commenced in June last year and was carried out by Roads and Maritime Services. “Minor finishing work including improved street lighting, building shared paths, final line marking and median upgrades is expected to be completed in late July,” Mr Holstein said. “Traffic control and reduced speed limits will

be in place where needed to ensure the safety of workers, motorists and other road users.” Further features of the upgrade included an additional left turn lane from Wisemans Ferry Rd into the Central Coast Highway controlled by trafﬁc lights, a continuous lane on Wisemans Ferry Rd for southbound vehicles exiting F3, removing the need to merge, a right turn

bay from Wisemans Ferry Rd onto the northbound on ramp of the F3 to separate traffic and an off road cycle path. “I thank motorists and nearby residents for their ongoing patience throughout the upgrade and while this essential finishing work is carried out,” Mr Holstein said. Media Release, 24 May 2013 Caroline Hutcherson, Office of Chris Hartcher MP

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Wyee rezoning to deliver 1,250 new dwellings he NSW Government has approved a rezoning in the Lake Macquarie local government area with the potential to deliver 1,250 new dwellings.

the Kariong Interchange and upgrading the Weakleys Dr intersection. The staged delivery of these projects could begin as soon as next year and will be jointly funded by the Federal and NSW governments, with each contributing $195.8 million. The extensive upgrade of the road corridor between Sydney and Central Coast is part of the much larger Federally-funded capital works program currently being rolled out across the State. Media Release, 30 May 2013 Ofﬁce of Julia Gillard PM

of a NSW Government regulation to unlock paper subdivisions which was finalised earlier this year. “This rezoning is an important step towards providing additional housing and services for the township of Wyee and the Lake Macquarie local government area,” Mr Leavey said. Lake Macquarie City Council Strategy Director Tony Farrell said Council was pleased with the decision, which facilitates the expansion of Wyee in line with the Wyee Structure Plan. “The plan aims to integrate residential development with access to public transport and open space, while conserving our natural environment,” Mr Farrell said. “Infrastructure, including sewerage, is vital to the future development of Wyee, and need to show that adequate the Council will continue arrangements had been to work with residents to made for the co-ordinated overcome issues in the provision of essential paper subdivision.” infrastructure, including Media release, 31 May 2013 water supply, electricity, Mark Skelsey and Danielle telecommunications and Nelson, NSW Department of sewerage. Planning and Infrastructure and Lake Macquarie City The option exists for Council future development of the area to take advantage

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Matt Graham qualiﬁes for Winter Olympics

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arara freestyle mogul skier Matt Graham will represent Australia at the XXII Winter Olympiad in Sochi Russia in February.

Graham’s qualiﬁcation followed his fourth placing in the FIS Freestyle Mogul Skiing World Championships held in March. He was beaten by the world number one, two and three skiers who ﬁnished in the current world rank order. Matt’s fourth placing at the World Championships at VOSS, Norway, back

in March capped off a successful northern winter for the 18-year-old. He managed three personal best performances along the way, which included a 10th place in a round of the World Cup in Deer Valley, USA; a seventh place at the Olympic Test Event - World Cup round at Sochi, Russia (the venue and course for the 2014 Winter Olympics) followed by the fourth place at the World Championships. Matt’s scholarship level with the Olympic Winter Institute of Australia (OWI) is now at Level A and he has

qualiﬁed for Tier 1 funding with the Australia Sports Commission. Only a few Central Coast Athletes have gone on to represent Australia and the Central Coast at Winter Olympic Games competition; including Paralympian skiers James Patterson in 1994 and 1998 and Shannon Dallas in 2006 and 2010 and an ice hockey representative, Rob Dewhurst in 1960. Matt will be the ﬁrst individual able bodied athlete to represent Australia from the Central Coast.

Spinks plays in AFL curtain raiser in Melbourne

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arners Bay AFL player Matthew Spinks played in the curtain raiser to the AFL Dreamtime game between Richmond and Essendon at the MCG on Saturday, May 25.

Matthew is a member of the Rio Tinto Footy Means Business Program which links young indigenous men with employment and

education opportunities. Now in its fourth year, the program selects 50 participants aged between 18 and 24 from around Australia based on their football ability, community engagement and potential to serve as role models. The program gives young men a chance to gain exposure to elite AFL training and corporate networking opportunities to strengthen their leadership and teamwork skills.

The ﬁrst part of the program involved Matthew travelling to Perth last November, with a second camp to be held in Melbourne. Spinks, 18, was part of the Southern side coached by former Brisbane Lions Premiership player Chris Johnson. “There are plenty of good players in the program with players coming from State Leagues across Australia,” Spinks said

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Local heroes awarded at National Day of Thanksgiving Deborah Warwick

he inaugural National Day of Thanksgiving was held on Saturday, May 25, in Kibble Park which saw a presentation of local heroes awards. NSW Police helicopter service, Pol-air, did a flyover of Kibble Park and Fire and Rescue NSW brought along a fire truck while the mounted police delighted crowds. Among the award recipients were officers from Brisbane Water Local Area Command, the Central Coast Mariners, members of emergency services and individuals who have performed heroic acts or acts of service. Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna was on hand to help present the

awards to recipients. There were 32 award recipients presented and thanked for their contribution to the community. There was something for everyone with free rides and kids kitchen and craft activities, Kindifarm petting zoo, a vintage ﬁre truck and police display, Harley Davidson motor bike display while Thomas the Tank ferried kids through the park. A free barbeque and morning tea was provided for award recipients and their families. The event was hosted by Liberty Family Church with the support of Gosford Council and, given the success of the event, it will become an annual event in the city. Liberty Family Church

Senior Pastor Ps Kim Jones said: “National Day of Thanksgiving is about celebrating groups and individuals who keep our city going and growing.” “It’s our chance to say thank you and honour them for what they do.” Mayor Cr McKinna said National Day of Thanksgiving was a reminder to stop, reﬂect and say thank you to the wonderful people and places that make Australia, and the Central Coast in particular, such a great place to live. During his presentation on stage mayor Cr McKinna also thanked his wife, Christine, for 32 years of marriage. Plans are already underway for National Day of Thanksgiving in 2014.

Century Challenge raises over $15,000

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ver 400 riders took part in the Erina Rotary Century Challenge held over the weekend of May 25 and 26, and raised well over $15,000 for Coast Shelter and other local charities. As part of the event,

Gosford Council entered a 24 person team spreading road safety awareness through the Share the Road and the Amy Gillett Foundation’s A Metre Matters messages. Gosford Council’s cycleways and pedestrian safety ofﬁcer Mr David Gillett said that the event

provided a great avenue to promote safe cycling. “The idea behind our Share the Road team was to have a council involvement in this remarkable community event promoting the A Metre Matters message. “It was an opportunity for all of us to interact with

the cycling community and act as advocates for these important safety messages,” said Mr Gillett. Mr Gillett said that while the ride was picturesque, it wasn’t always easy going. “It was a tough course which tested a lot of riders but all in all it was very enjoyable morning for

everyone. “The riders and organisers created a really positive atmosphere – we were able to spread our safe cycling message and raise money for some very worthwhile local charities in the process. “A big congratulations needs to go to Erina

Rotary for their excellent organisation of the Century Challenge. “I would also like to thank Gosford Council Senior Management and the Amy Gillett Foundation for their support of all of our riders and our Share the Road campaign,” said Mr Gillett.

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Prime Minister in Kariong to reaffirm F3 upgrade The corridor is used by some 75,000 cars and 7,000 trucks a day, with freight volumes predicted to nearly double within the next two decades. The centrepiece of Federal Labor’s plan is $405 million to bring forward the construction of the “missing link” between the F3 and M2. As well as delivering smoother, quicker driving conditions, this new 7.7km dual two lane road tunnel beneath Pennant Hills Rd would also greatly reduce trafﬁc congestion through Sydney’s northern suburbs. The project will be

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assets to improve their reliability, efﬁciency, safety and performance. “Plus, there are extensive, ongoing efforts to replace ageing water mains to help reduce main breaks and maintain the quality of the city’s drinking water. “The prices also ensure we transport and treat sewage from over 66,000 properties through 1,500 kilometres of sewerage mains and 185 sewage pump stations to protect public health and the environment. “In the next four years over $36 million will be spent on refurbishments and renewals for aging sewerage infrastructure to minimise sewage overﬂows and odours and reduce risk to the

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Work commences on waterfront redevelopment locals and visitors alike,” said Mr Holstein. Mayor Cr McKinna said the local community had been very involved in this project and everyone was excited for works to be commencing. “The local community is really getting behind this redevelopment and we are happy to see the project will be consistent with the Ettalong Beach Reserve Foreshore Plan of Management. “Council has undergone consultation with the neighbouring property owners, the Peninsula Chamber of Commerce and the Ettalong Beach Business Group, with everyone working together to ensure the redevelopment is reﬂective of the natural characteristics of the area and meets the needs of the local community,” mayor Cr McKinna said. Scheduled works include a new sandstone seawall, cycleway - footpath, playground, park furniture, carpark realignment, stormwater infrastructure and landscaping in the reserve area between Beach St and the

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ederal Opposition leader Mr Tony Abbott addressed the NSW Liberal Party State Council at Tumbi Umbi on Saturday, June 1.

Speaking ahead of the upcoming Federal election on September 14, Mr Abbott said that for too long, the Central Coast has been taken for granted by the Australian Labor Party. According to Mr Abbott, no serious infrastructure has been built on the Central Coast for the last 15 years. He also referred to the Federal Labor Government’s 2007 promise to start building the missing link between the M2 and the expressway at Hornsby, which is yet to occur. “The only way to

ensure that the missing link is built is to vote in a Coalition Government and the best way to vote in a Coalition Government is to vote for Lucky Wicks and Karen McNamara for the seats of Robertson and Dobell here on the Central Coast,” he said. Mr Abbott also said that should he be successful on September 14, the very first legislation a new parliament would consider would be the carbon tax repeal legislation. Building a strong relationship with Indonesia ranks high on

the Coalition’s agenda, as Indonesia is the transit point for the vast majority of illegal immigrants. Mr Abbott said the challenge for his party was to restore good government to the country and trust in our parliament. “Australian people [should] enjoy once more the hope, reward and the opportunity that should be the birth right of all of us as Australians,” he said. Transcript, 1 Jun 2013 Georgie McDuling, Office of Tony Abbott

yong Council has been named a finalist in the Engineers Australia, Sydney Division Excellence Awards 2013 for the Mardi-Mangrove Link project.

Entered by Wyong Council with joint entrants Gosford Council and GHD, the Mardi-Mangrove Link is the largest water infrastructure project undertaken on the Central Coast in over 25 years. The pipeline is a key element in securing the region’s water supply for

the next 40 years. Innovative engineering and construction solutions have optimised energy use and lifecycle costs for the project. Community and council funded irrigation and water projects featured strongly in the list of finalists. Finalists have now

been invited to enter the second level of the awards, with winners to be announced at the Engineering Excellence Awards Sydney Gala Dinner on September 20 at The Star Event Centre, Sydney. Media release, 20 May 2013 Laura Valentine, Engineers Australia

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Council to cease pump out service Legislation to stop y o n g Council will cease to provide effluent and sludge removal services to properties not connected to the sewer at the beginning of next year.

The decision was made at Council’s ordinary meeting of Wednesday, May 22, and will directly affect 50 premises in the area. These premises, which comprise domestic, commercial and Council owned properties, currently receive a regular fortnightly (or more frequent) pump out service, by a Council contractor, from the collection well of a septic

tank. There are a further 3,000 premises, predominately in rural areas, that may be impacted by the change. These properties are connected to either onsite septic tanks or aerated waste treatment systems that use an absorption area which may require periodic sludge removal services. Council’s decision has come after a review of the costs associated with providing the current service. Domestic effluent pump out services are provided to properties by a Council contractor, which charges $52.55 per fortnightly service. The rate per service

Water levels rise ten percent he Central Coast water supply continues to benefit from recent wet weather and the completion of the Mardi-Mangrove Link, rising 10% since late-February.

Total storage levels have now topped 60%, a level not seen since August 1994. Wyong Council director of infrastructure and operations Mr Greg McDonald said the amount of water stored in the past two and a half months alone would supply the Central Coast for nearly 10 months. “Storage levels have increased by more than 20,000 million litres in the past two months,” he said. “This is the equivalent

of nearly three full Mardi Dams or enough to fill more than 8,300 Olympicsized swimming pools. “More importantly it is enough to supply our entire community for nearly 10 months on the current water wise rules.” Central Coast residents are encouraged to get to know the Central Coast water story by visiting www.gwcwater.nsw.gov. au. Media release, 27 May 2013 Gosford Council and Wyong Council

charged by Council and collected from the ratepayer annually is $41.32. Council is currently subsidising the cost gap for this service from revenue in the sewerage fund. Sludge removal and disposal services are provided by the contractor on an as required basis and there is also a cost gap for the provision of this service. An investigation of all domestic and commercial sites currently being serviced by the contract has revealed that of the 32 domestic sites, 14 domestic sites have existing sewer mains availability on their property boundary and six domestic sites could be connected by an extension of the existing gravity sewer network. Only nine domestic sites would require the provision of a low pressure pumping system to establish sewer connection. Of the 11 commercial sites now serviced by the contract, one commercial site has existing sewer mains available on their property boundary, four commercial; sites could be connected by an extension of the existing gravity sewer network and five commercial sites would require a low pressure pumping system to establish sewer connection. Due to the proposed changes to how the service will operate next year, Council will offer an incentive to encourage those domestic and commercial sites identified within close

proximity to sewer services to connect. Ratepayers will be able to take advantage of a time payment plan for the sewer contribution charge if they connect before 31 December, this year. The sewer contribution (i.e. connection) charge is a one-time charge based on geographical location. Costs range from approximately $2,500 to $6,650 plus the private plumbing charges that are site specific. Once connected to Council sewer services the annual sewerage charge to the ratepayer is $463 (2012-13) per annum. Should the ratepayer not take advantage of the incentive offered by Council, the cost of fortnightly effluent and sludge removal and disposal services would be approximately $1,500 per annum, without the Council subsidy. Council will provide the affected property owners with a list of contractors which are able to provide the effluent and sludge removal services The cost gap between the annual sewer charge and the estimated cost of the fortnightly service is about $1,000 per annum. Over a period of two to six years, the ratepayer would recover the cost of the sewer contribution charge. There will be an immediate reduction in Council’s charges for all domestic and commercial ratepayers that have been serviced by the contract. Wyong Council Agenda, 3.2, 22 May 2013.

illegal dumping ember for the Entrance Mr Chris Spence has announced his support for the NSW Government’s introduction of legislation into Parliament that will assist the fight against illegal dumpers.

“The community is sick and tired of dodgy dumpers putting the health of the environment and the community at risk,” Mr Spence said. “These laws will be the strongest in the county and could see repeat offenders handed a twoyear jail sentence.” Changes to the Protection of the Environment Operations Amendment (Illegal Waste Disposal) Bill will include additional powers for the Environment Protection Authority. The legislation will also be amended to increase sentencing and penalty provisions for the courts system.

yong Council has voted to extend the existing alcohol free zones in the area for another four years.

The move comes following a review, which included consultation with the NSW Police, showing that these locations were still achieving an overall aim of reducing irresponsible behaviour. Six of the existing alcohol free zones in retail areas in Bateau Bay, Lake

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Munmorah, Ourimbah, The Entrance, Toowoon Bay and Wyong will also be extended to adjoining residential areas. The majority of alcohol free zones remain located in the vicinity of liquor outlets and - or hotels and clubs. Wyong Council Agenda, 4.4, 22 May 2013.

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Residents warned to avoid scammers yong Shire residents are being warned to avoid being scammed by offers of refunds on bank fees.

NSW Fair Trading Commissioner Rod Stowe issued the warning as Gosford Fair Trading Centre received four calls in the week of May 27 to June 2 from the Gorokan Kanwal area. “Consumers reported receiving offers of a refund on bank fees,” Mr Stowe said. “Scammers told some people Fair Trading would contact them the following day. “One scammer used the name Allan Spencer from Parramatta and the name Thomas Hepwell was also given. “They provided a contact number of 02 8006 2544.” Mr Stowe said it was not the first time scammers had pretended to be officers from Fair Trading. “Scammers trade on consumer trust in Fair Trading and other government agencies, but people should know that no government agency cold calls you offering

money,” he said. “That’s a dead giveaway you are being scammed. “Bank refund schemes are common and a major con.” Scammers tell consumers they have obtained funds owing to them for a bank and that in order to receive the money, people need to deposit money for administrative purposes. Scammers often know a number of the consumer’s personal details such as a date of birth, address or bank account details. NSW Fair Trading has emphasised that personal or financial details should never be given out over the phone. Scammers take millions of dollars from individuals and businesses every year. To report a scam call Fair Trading on 13 32 30. Media release, 4 Jun 2013 Peter Palazzi, NSW Fair Trading

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Council general managers meet with Minister ollaboration between state government agencies, Gosford and Wyong Councils, and other organisations is alive and well on the Central Coast, thanks in part to the ongoing success of the Regional Economic Development and Employment Strategy.

The REDES Executive, chaired by Minister for the Central Coast Mr Chris Hartcher, met on May 24 to review progress under the strategy. The REDES Executive comprises Minister Hartcher, Gosford Council general manager Mr Paul Anderson, Wyong Council general manager Mr Michael Whittaker and the chair of Regional Development Australia Central Coast Mr David Abrahams. The REDES strategy provides the basis for collaboration across the region, as well as a mechanism to engage senior decision makers to drive forward initiatives to create employment and economic prosperity for the Central Coast. Mr Abrahams said that there had been significant collaborative work across the region to unlock benefits from the rollout of the National Broadband Network. “We have recently hosted the ‘switch on’ of the NBN in Gosford, and the rollout continues in both the Gosford and Wyong area,” he said. “We are working across the region on a range of joint regional initiatives, driven by REDES, to underpin growth in the digital community.” Both Wyong Shire and Gosford Councils are playing key roles in promoting economic

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yong Council is urging dog owners to be responsible and pick up their pet’s waste before it poses a potential health risk by washing into waterways and making its way into the ocean or

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rime Minister Julia Gillard visited the Central Coast on Thursday, May 30, and reaffirmed Labor’s $600 million plan to ease congestion and cut travel times along the F3.

Funded in last month’s federal budget, the new package of works will include the widening of the section between Tuggerah and Doyalson, as well as that between Kariong and Somersby. The plan will also

see the Kariong and Weakleys Dr intersections upgraded. The works form part of an extensive upgrade of the road corridor between Sydney and the Central Coast and will be welcomed by the 75,000

cars and 7,000 trucks that use the F3 each day. The staged delivery of these projects could begin as soon as next year and will be jointly funded by the Federal and NSW governments. Each government will contribute $195.8 million, with the balance of the required funding coming from the private sector. Freight volumes alone on the F3 are predicted to nearly double within just the next two decades.

“We are now informing dog owners of their responsibilities and the potential consequences of their inactions so we can better manage the problem of dog waste in the Shire,” he said. All of Council’s offleash dog areas have garbage bins and Council is urging dog owners to continue to pick up after their dog and dispose of the waste responsibly. “Many dog owners are unaware of the potential problems uncollected dog waste creates,” Mr McMillan said. “Besides dog poo being a health issue, picking up after your pet will also help the environment, ensuring

your dog’s waste doesn’t end up in our waterways. “Disposing of dog faeces also shows you have pride in your area. “One of the major sources of complaints from tourists is actually dog poo, particularly on our beaches and shared pathways.” Council has 14 offleash areas in the Shire, including 11 parks. The other off-leash areas are at North Shelley, The Entrance North and Lakes’ Beaches. Doggie bags are available at all supermarkets. Media release, 23 May 2013 Wyong Council Media

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P8 - Wyong Regional Chronicle - June 6, 2013

Education on Australia Day is flawed

n the four months since NSW newspapers ran seriously flawed stories about Australia Day, none of those errors seem to have been corrected.

When Governor Phillip reached Botany Bay on January 18, 1788, he soon realised it was unsuitable. The rest of the First Fleet straggled into Botany Bay over the new few days. Phillip set off in three small boats to investigate nearby Port Jackson (now called Sydney Harbour). He and his men spent their first night on a beach just inside Sydney Heads. This was probably at what we now call Camp Cove. The next day they explored different arms of Port Jackson. He called it “the finest harbour in the world”, and returned to

Botany Bay. Phillip, aboard the “Sirius”, sailed into Sydney Harbour and landed at Sydney Cove (now called Circular Quay) on January 25, 1788, to prepare for the rest of the fleet. On January 26, after all the ships had arrived, Phillip held a brief ceremony. This is depicted in

the famous painting |usually displayed on Australia Day. “The British flag was unfurled at the head of Sydney Cove, toasts were drunk, and volleys of musketry fired.” But it had nothing to do with the formal declaration of the new colony! That took place on February, 7, 1788, a date about which few students ever hear. The lesson for all of us might be to examine historical “facts” carefully before we either accept or reject them. Letter, 25 May 2013 Norman Hanscombe, Ourimbah

Men’s Shed opened he new Alison Homestead Men’s Shed was officially opened by Member for Wyong Mr Darren Webber on Monday, May 13.

“This important expansion of the Central Coast Men’s Shed network was fully funded by a State Government Community Building Partnership Grant of $10,975,” Mr Webber said. “This has enabled the construction of the new shed, including the laying of the concrete slab. “There is still work required to fit out the electrical works and fixtures and I am encouraging the Alison Homestead Men’s Shed

Association to apply for further funding in the next round of Community Building Partnership Grants, which opens in June this year. “This new shed is now a valuable addition to the many established Men’s Sheds on the Central Coast, including four in the Wyong Shire, with another two under construction. “As a Patron of this Association, I welcome their continued expansion within the Wyong Shire. “This will benefit men

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of all ages, particularly younger men who may no longer have contact with their fathers or grandfathers,” Mr Webber concluded. The official opening ceremony was attended by more than 80 members and supporters of the Alison Homestead Men’s Shed and the Wyong District Museum and Historical Society. Media release, 13 May 2013 Jim Lloyd, Office of Darren Webber

Thomson’s private members’ bill to ban coal exports doomed ember for Dobell Mr Craig Thomson has said Central Coast voters will be able to regard the upcoming September federal election as a referendum on the proposed underground coal mine at Wallarah

Mr Thomson said now that Prime Minister Julia Gillard has said she would not support Mr Thomson’s private members bill which seeks to ban coal exports from the region’s water catchment, Central Coast residents would be able to oppose the mine at the polls. “It is disappointing that the Federal Government will not support this bill, despite both the then State Government and the State Opposition saying they would stop the mine,” Mr Thomson said. “I have made it clear that I will continue fighting to stop the Wallarah Number Two mine because it threatens the Central Coast’s water supply and environment,”

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legislation is needed to stop the mine. He has again called on the Opposition to support the bill and, despite her previous refusal, will also ask for the Prime Minister’s backing. Mr Thomson said the State Government can no longer be trusted to take action against the coal mine. “There is no doubt federal intervention is needed because the State Government has failed the people of the Central Coast by taking zero action on the coal mine despite its key promise,” he said. Media release, 28 May 2013, David Gardiner, Office of Craig Thomson MP

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Teen killed by train at Ourimbah urimbah was the site of tragedy on Friday, May 31, when Erina High School Year 12 student Luke Sivis died after he was struck by a train at around midday.

was lucky to have met Luke on occasions and I would have been proud to have had Luke as a son.” “You can tell kids brought up in a loving family, and I could tell Luke was. “May you find comfort knowing he is with a lot of nice souls now and you will meet again one day.” The Newcastle and Central Coast Line was closed in both directions between Gosford and Wyong.

Buses replaced trains between Gosford and Wyong while emergency services conducted investigations. Trains resumed through the area in the city bound direction from 3pm and the line resumed full operation around 3:45pm. If you or someone you know is experiencing a crisis, call Lifeline on 13 11 14. Website, 3 Jun 2013, Facebook

Two men missing presumed dead he search for two men missing off the coast of Norah Head has been suspended unless further information comes to light.

The men, aged 38 and 43, were last seen launching their vessel off Norah Head Boat Ramp about 9:30am on Sunday, June 2. The men are thought to be Richard Choi and Damian Diamond as reported in other media sources. About 2pm on Tuesday, June 4, National Parks and Wildlife officers identified two life jackets, a fuel tank, and other personal items belonging to the missing men that had washed up at the northern end of Stockton Beach. The search on Wednesday, June 5, concentrated on an area

of coast line between Newcastle and Seal Rocks, utilising police vessels, jet-ski’s and the Police Air Wing. Marine Rescue also had two vessels assisting, and National Parks and Wildlife officers assisted in a land search. Officers from the Marine Area Command who coordinated the search have asked if any member of the public has located anything washed up on the beach that may be relevant to the missing men, or the missing boat, to contact them on 9320 7499. Media Release, 5 Jun 2013 NSW Police Media

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Wayne Swan to speak Central Coast Group at Innov8 at Mingara Training awarded three year contract D eputy Prime Minister Mr Wayne Swan will speak at the 2013 Innov8Central Information Summit on Thursday, June 13, at the Mingara Recreation Club.

Having held the role of Federal Treasurer since 2007 and that of Deputy Prime Minister from 2010, Mr Swan was named World’s Top Finance Minister of 2011 by Euromoney Magazine for his role in guiding Australian through the Global Financial Crisis without going into recession. The summit will explore new business

ideas and models that capitalise on the next wave of innovation. This year’s event will focus on the opportunity for coupling sustainability with digital technology to create a resource efficient digitally-connected community. The summit will take place from 8:30am to 11:30am. Email, 3 Jun 2013 Innov8Central

t its ordinary meeting of Wednesday, May 22, Wyong Council awarded a contract for the provision of training for apprentices and trainees to Central Coast Group Training for up to three years.

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the Youth Employment Strategy. The strategy corresponds with the Council resolution on July 22, 2009, “that Council adopt a long term youth employment target of 15%”, the Community Plan and the Wyong Shire Strategic Plan”. It is anticipated that a target of 10% will be achievable in the next four years.

Commercial premises approved for Tuggerah Council amends liquid Business Park trade waste policy W yong Council has approved a development application to construct a large scale commercial premises at Tuggerah Business Park.

The application was lodged by Redeye Constructions Pty Ltd, on behalf of Central Coast Group Training, with the development to be completed in three stages. The proposed development was found to comply with the

objectives of the zone as it is providing a large scale commercial development which will not conflict with the existing commercial zone at Westfield Tuggerah or the Business Support Zone located across the Tuggerah Straight

Precinct or Bryant Dr. The completed development is expected to be an integrated employment and activity centre that will provide leading edge industry and businesses which demand a high quality and diversified labour force. Up to 35 new jobs will be created once the premises are fully operational. The centre will operate during normal business hours. Wyong Council Agenda, 2.1, 22 May 2013.

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$108,000 raised so far for Red Shield Appeal ith a weekend of near perfect weather, volunteers united in who are disadvantaged in the Wyong Shire to raise almost $108,000 for The Salvation our local area. “We also thank the Army Red Shield Appeal held over May 25 and 26.

Donations from outlying areas are yet to be included but the initial doorknock results show that the region is well on track to reaching the Appeal’s 2013 target and exceeding last year’s result. Central Coast Red Shield Appeal chair Ms Louise Duff said that although the Wyong community were happy to support the cause at collection points across roadsides and local McDonald’s stores, the fantastic weather made it difficult to catch people at

home. “While we are currently exceeding the initial 2012 Wyong result, we are still $26,000 short of our 2013 goal for the Wyong doorknock appeal which is $134, 000,” she said. “However, it is not too late to donate and we remain confident that we can reach our goal.” The Salvation Army spend over $3 million annually on providing services to the Central Coast, including the Dooralong Transformation Centre,

Oasis Youth Centre at Wyong, Family Tracing Service, local emergency services and housing relief, local counselling services, and the Salvos’ Care Line. “We are indebted to the people of the Wyong Shire who have given so generously to the Red Shield Appeal,” Ms Duff said. “Without this outpouring of support, The Salvation Army would not be able to continue their wide range of social and community services, assisting those

volunteer collectors around the community who shared their time on the weekend to help raise these vital funds.” Donations can be made to the Red Shield Appeal through to June 30 by visiting www.salvos. org.au, telephoning 13 SALVOS or visiting any Greater Building Society or Westpac branch. They may also be posted to PO Box 1765 Gosford NSW 2250. All donations over $2 are tax deductible. Media release, 29 May 2013 Katey Small, The Salvation Army

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Mentors with “wise heads” and life experience spend one on one time with younger students who may be uncertain about Years 11 and 12 and what they will do after they leave school. Mentors listen to students’ ambitions and concerns and help explore their interests and options for continuing study and careers. Students may participate in activities such as visits to TAFE, university campuses and work places in order to expand their horizons. Joshua Sellars, a recent year 10 student at Berkeley Vale High School, said Plan-it Youth

had helped him a lot. “The excursions were the highlight of mentoring for me and I would like to thank all the mentors,” he said. Plan-it Youth no longer receives funding from the Department of Education but is being kept alive by schools and mentors who are passionate about the value of mentoring to students and the community. Berkeley Vale mentor Stuart Purvis-Smith said mentors can help young people explore their many options. “These young people are at a critical time of their lives when choices have to be made and a

mentor can be there as an encouraging friend,” he said. Mr Purvis-Smith appealed for more volunteer mentors to assist students at a number of schools across the Central Coast. An information session for potential mentors will be held at Mingara Recreation Club at 10am on June 12. Training sessions will also be held on July 17 and 18 For more information, contact Leanne Rose on 4388 1899. E-mail, 3 Jun 2013 Stuart Purvis Smith, Central Coast Plain-it Youth Program

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yong Grove Public School and Wyong Public School will be amalgamated from the beginning of the next school year.

Member for Wyong Mr Darren Webber made the announcement on June 4 and said the decision had been made as a result of failing enrolments at both schools. “It has been decided that the Wyong Grove Public School will close at the end of this year, with all students being relocated to Wyong Public or other nearby local schools for the start of the 2014 school year,” Mr Webber said. Parents, teachers and students were informed of the decision ahead of the media announcement. The Minister of Education Mr Adrian Piccoli approved the amalgamation due to the significant educational benefits that would flow to all students. These benefits include

greater flexibility in class organisation to better meet student needs; the potential for a non-teaching deputy in addition to a nonteaching principal; and enhanced opportunity for students to mix and develop rapport in the wider community. Enhanced staff professional development is also hoped to result from the amalgamation. The action reunites the two schools, which in 1981 saw the students placed on two sites because of student numbers greatly in excess of the current schools combined enrolments. “I have ensured that the Department of Education officials will work closely with all families from the Wyong Grove Public School to provide

individual support,” Mr Webber said. “There are currently no plans to dispose of the Wyong Grove Public School site and I will be forming a committee to be chaired by the Department of Education Regional Assets Manager to determine future usage of the Wyong Grove site as a community asset. Mr Webber thanked the principals of both schools for their patience and understanding while the review was undertaken. He emphasised that the decision, while endorsed by the NSW Government, was not a political one but had been taken in the best interests of students, teachers and their families. Media release, 4 Jun 2013 Jim Lloyd, Office of Darren Webber MP

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Students educated on first car purchase Fair Trading Revved Up seminar was held at Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College on Friday, May 17.

time car buyers you can often be seen as prime targets for unscrupulous traders,â&#x20AC;? he said. Member for The Entrance Mr Chris Spence said that the program armed young people with the information they needed to make a considered purchase. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Revved Up program is designed to inform you about the pros and cons of buying a car and how to avoid unpleasant surprises,â&#x20AC;? said Mr Spence. One in every five used

The Revved Up seminar, which was opened by Minister for Fair Trading Mr Anthony Roberts, educated young people on the rights and responsibilities involved in purchasing their first car and the pitfalls to avoid. Mr Roberts said that Fair Trading received thousands of complaints each year from people buying cars. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Buying your first car can be a defining moment on your journey into adulthood, but as first

vehicles sold privately in NSW are the subject of an outstanding loan. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The first major financial decision a young person makes is often the purchase of a second-hand car,â&#x20AC;? Mr Roberts said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Getting the money part right is every bit as important as selecting a sound and roadworthy car,â&#x20AC;? he concluded. Media release, 13 May 2013 Tim Potter, Office of Anthony Roberts Anthony Roberts addresses Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College students (Tumbi Umbi campus)

hildren and parents across the Wyong Shire participated in the National Simultaneous Storytime event on Wednesday, May 22.

and writer Nick Bland. The Wrong Book is about Nicholas Ickle, who is trying to tell a story, but every time he starts, his book is invaded by characters from other stories, including an elephant, monsters, pirates and a queen. To get them to leave, Nicholas must convince the characters that they are in the wrong book.

The event was held across the nation to help promote reading, libraries and literacy. At exactly 11am, the same childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s picture book was read aloud at more than 1,000 Australian libraries, schools, kindergartens, childcare centres, family homes, bookshops and community centres. Now in its 13th year, National Simultaneous Storytime featured The Wrong Book by illustrator

Media release, 20 May 2013 Wyong Council Media

Year 7 students excel

Budgewoi students open dance festival

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uggerah Lakes Secondary College Tumbi Umbi Students Jackson Roberts and Wade Clemens have placed second in the finals of the Central Coast Surf Titles Team Challenge held at Avoca Beach on Friday, May 17.

tudents from Budgewoi Public School have been selected to perform in Show A and Show B at the Central Coast Dance Festival.

The senior dance group have been awarded the honour of opening the festival as the first act in Show One. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I can hardly wait to

see the groups perform at the theatre,â&#x20AC;? said principal Ms K Moore. Newsletter, 20 May 2013 K Moore, Budgewoi Public School

The Year 7 boys competed against Year 9 and 10 students in the Under-16 division. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Considering there was only a very small swell predicted, the competition area had some great sand banks that provided the students with excellent conditions to showcase their talents,â&#x20AC;? said principal Ms Shayne

Player. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They are definitely going to be part of the future of Central Coast surfing stars,â&#x20AC;? said accompanying teacher Mr Anthony Chittick. E-mail, 20 May 2013 Shayne Player, Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College Tumbi Umbi Campus

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he 125th Gosford Regional Show was held over the weekend of April 4 and 5 with organisers estimating a crowd between 10,000 and 15,000. The show featured performances by award winning musical-circus duo Strings on Fire as well as a show by the Australian Reptile Park and an U18s talent quest. Genesis Gymâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s NSW Strongman Titles were also held over the two days along with a Central Coast Bake-Off and Photography competition. The Showgirl competition was also well received with Kaitlin Watts of Terrigal taking out the title, Nararaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ashley

Jarvis winning Runner Up and Peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Choice and Kanwalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Toni McCarthy winning second runner up. The Junior Showgirl competition was won by Jasmine Cartner with

Chantia Macpherson runner up and Bianca June White winning second runner up. Gosford Regional Show co-coordinator Mr Chris King said they had received

â&#x20AC;&#x153;fantastic feedbackâ&#x20AC;? so far. Mr King said it was great to see families taking their kids along and having an â&#x20AC;&#x153;absolute ballâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My favourite part was seeing happy people,

seeing families come together and celebrating something about our region that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t cost an arm and a leg. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You generally know over the weekend whether

itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to be well received and this one was wonderfully received,â&#x20AC;? said Mr King. When asked if the 125th show was any more memorable than previous years, Mr King said he didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like to compare them. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s like musicals, each one has its own ďŹ&#x201A;avour and I think we are a bit remiss if we start to compare them. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was certainly a wonderful celebration and something that everyone associated can be proud of and it really showcased our region to the max. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was all really good; it was all lots of fun and I loved it all,â&#x20AC;? said Mr King.

Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shed opens in Wyong Jim Lloyd, OfďŹ ce of Darren Webber MP

he new Alison Homestead Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shed was ofďŹ cially opened on Monday, May 13, by Member for Wyong Mr Darren Webber.

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he Central Coast Marinersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; grand ďŹ nal win was celebrated on Friday, April 26, with a parade through the streets of Gosford. The march, which saw around 10,000 people participate, began in Mann St and ended in Kibble

Park and took around 20 minutes to complete. Gosford Business Improvement District (GBID) manager Mr Paul Brasch said it was a very positive event with a great crowd, good buzz and nice weather. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just Gosford,

but the whole Central Coast community who were celebrating,â&#x20AC;? said Mr Brasch. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There was a real feeling of building community pride and spirit. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everyone was so well behaved,â&#x20AC;? said Mr Brasch. The Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s players were

available for a signing session with fans, while a photo booth featuring the Hyundai A-League Trophy was set up for supporters to have their image snapped with the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;toilet seatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. There was also a facepainting stall on-site, while

an inďŹ&#x201A;atable pitch was present for kids to have a kick about. Central Coast Mariners head coach Graham Arnold said the event provided a great opportunity for the Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s players, coaches and ofďŹ cial to thank the fans. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All season we have

had great support from the people of the Central Coast and many fans from outside the region too,â&#x20AC;? Arnold said.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;This important expansion of the Central Coast Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shed network was fully funded by a State Government Community Building Partnership Grant of $10,975,â&#x20AC;? Mr Webber said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This has enabled the construction of the new shed, including the laying of the concrete slab. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is still work required to ďŹ t out

the electrical works and ďŹ xtures and I am encouraging the Alison Homestead Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shed Association to apply for further funding in the next round of Community Building Partnership Grants which opens in June this year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This new shed is now a valuable addition to the many established Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sheds on the Central Coast including four in the Wyong Shire, with another two under construction. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As a patron of this Association I welcome their continued expansion within the Wyong Shire.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;With an ever increasing population on the Central Coast, the Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shed network continues to play a vital role in promoting and supporting menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health activities through the provision of a safe environment that encourages the social inclusion of men and facilitates meaningful discussion within our community. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This will beneďŹ t men of all ages, particularly younger men who may no longer have contact with their fathers or grandfathers,â&#x20AC;? Mr Webber concluded.

he inaugural National Day of Thanksgiving was held on Saturday, May 25, in Kibble Park which saw a presentation of local heroes awards. NSW Police helicopter service, Pol-air, did a ďŹ&#x201A;yover of Kibble Park and Fire and Rescue NSW brought along a ďŹ re truck while the mounted police delighted crowds. Among the award recipients were ofďŹ cers from Brisbane Water Local Area Command, the Central Coast Mariners, members of emergency services and individuals who have performed heroic acts or acts of service. Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna was on hand to help present the

awards to recipients. There were 32 award recipients presented and thanked for their contribution to the community. There was something for everyone with free rides and kids kitchen and craft activities, Kindifarm petting zoo, a vintage ďŹ re truck and police display, Harley Davidson motor bike display while Thomas the Tank ferried kids through the park. A free barbeque and morning tea was provided for award recipients and their families. The event was hosted by Liberty Family Church with the support of Gosford Council and, given the success of the event, it will become an annual event in the city. Liberty Family Church

Senior Pastor Ps Kim Jones said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;National Day of Thanksgiving is about celebrating groups and individuals who keep our city going and growing.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s our chance to say thank you and honour them for what they do.â&#x20AC;? Mayor Cr McKinna said National Day of Thanksgiving was a reminder to stop, reďŹ&#x201A;ect and say thank you to the wonderful people and places that make Australia, and the Central Coast in particular, such a great place to live. During his presentation on stage mayor Cr McKinna also thanked his wife, Christine, for 32 years of marriage. Plans are already underway for National Day of Thanksgiving in 2014.

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Gosford Council entered a 24 person team spreading road safety awareness through the Share the Road and the Amy Gillett Foundationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s A Metre Matters messages. Gosford Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cycleways and pedestrian safety ofďŹ cer Mr David Gillett said that the event

provided a great avenue to promote safe cycling. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The idea behind our Share the Road team was to have a council involvement in this remarkable community event promoting the A Metre Matters message. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was an opportunity for all of us to interact with

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the cycling community and act as advocates for these important safety messages,â&#x20AC;? said Mr Gillett. Mr Gillett said that while the ride was picturesque, it wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t always easy going. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a tough course which tested a lot of riders but all in all it was very enjoyable morning for

everyone. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The riders and organisers created a really positive atmosphere â&#x20AC;&#x201C; we were able to spread our safe cycling message and raise money for some very worthwhile local charities in the process. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A big congratulations needs to go to Erina

Rotary for their excellent organisation of the Century Challenge. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I would also like to thank Gosford Council Senior Management and the Amy Gillett Foundation for their support of all of our riders and our Share the Road campaign,â&#x20AC;? said Mr Gillett.

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Diggers named Community Spirit Ambassador of the Year

iggers@The Entrance has been named the Community Spirit Ambassador of the Year for the Central Coast region at a gala celebration held in Sydney on Friday, May 31.

The announcement was made at the ﬁrst ever Clubs and Community Celebration, which recognises the contribution clubs make to local communities across the state. The club was recognised for its successful Community Connect program, which supplies more than 500 meals a week to residents living in shelters, struggling university students, the homeless and families struggling to make ends meet. Diggers@The Entrance partnered with Central Coast Outreach last year to establish the program. In addition to providing the initial funding to ﬁt out a community food van that could distribute snap-frozen meals, the club is also donating

excess food from the club’s buffet and coffee shop as well as ongoing funding. Clubs NSW CEO Anthony Ball said the Community Connect program was a terriﬁc example of a service that would not exist without club support. “It’s these stories, the ones that make a real difference to people’s lives yet are so often overlooked, that we wanted to celebrate at the Clubs and Community gala,” he said. “I’d like to congratulate the team at Diggers for seeing that they could do more with their leftover food than throw it out, and then for taking a step further to help create a service that could help feed as many people as possible.” An expert panel

including Paralympian Kurt Fearnley, Centre for Volunteering CEO Ms Lynne Dalton and former Minister for Gaming and Racing Mr Kevin Greene reviewed hundreds of submissions by some of the state’s 1,500 clubs. The gala event was attended by NSW Premier Mr Barry O’Farrell, as well as Hospitality and Tourism Minister Mr George Souris, Citizenship and Communities Minister Mr Victor Dominello and Sport and Recreation Minister Mr Graham Annesley. Also in attendance were the Leader of the Opposition John Robertson and Shadow Minister for Hospitality and Tourism Steve Whan. Media release, 1 Jun 2013 Carissa Simons, Clubs NSW

ClubsNSW Central Coast State Councillor Len Sargant, and from Diggers - Stephen Byfield (CEO),Michael Kowalwi (Operations Manager), Peter O’Grady (Chairman, holding pillar), Christine Haynes (Marketing Manager), Catherine Dougherty (Assistant)

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The ﬁrst sod at the $5.2 million Ettalong Waterfront redevelopment was turned on Friday, May 24, with Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill, Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein and Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna celebrating the start of the collaborative project. Ms O’Neill said this was a project of great pride for the entire community. “I’m very proud of this Federal Government’s investment in our region and it is a real boost for local residents and businesses in Ettalong. “The redevelopment of the Ettalong Beach Foreshore will help us to showcase the natural beauty of our area and will allow both locals and visitors a better chance to share the great lifestyle we enjoy here on the Central Coast,” Ms O’Neill said. Mr Holstein also welcomed the redevelopment. “This project is long overdue, and will be appreciated by both

Media Release, 24 May 2013 Gosford Council Media Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna, Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill and Peninsula Chamber of Commerce president Mr Matthew Wales

The corridor is used by some 75,000 cars and 7,000 trucks a day, with freight volumes predicted to nearly double within the next two decades. The centrepiece of Federal Labor’s plan is $405 million to bring forward the construction of the “missing link” between the F3 and M2. As well as delivering smoother, quicker driving conditions, this new 7.7km dual two lane road tunnel beneath Pennant Hills Rd would also greatly reduce trafﬁc congestion through Sydney’s northern suburbs. The project will be

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delivered in partnership with the NSW Government, which will provide the same amount of upfront funding. The balance of the required funding will come from the private sector, with the project expected to go to market within months. In addition to making the F3 to M2 Link a reality, Federal Labor’s plan also funds targeted improvements to tackle congestion and improve safety along the existing F3, including widening the section between Tuggerah and Doyalson, widening the section between Kariong and Somersby, upgrading

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he $13 million upgrade to the Central Coast Highway and Wisemans Ferry Rd intersection was fully opened to trafﬁc on Friday, May 24, two months ahead of schedule and on budget.

Constitutional recognition it l off llocall governmentt iis vital for federal funding

he mayors of both Wyong and Gosford Councils have encouraged residents to support a campaign to give constitutional recognition to local government.

A referendum will be held at the upcoming September 14 Federal election and both Gosford and Wyong Councils have joined 85% of Councils around Australia to support the campaign for constitutional recognition. A high court decision ruled the federal government cannot directly fund local government, which puts federal government funding across the Central Coast at risk. If constitutional recognition is supported, this would allow for direct federal funding of local government. “The present climate means government grants are decreasing and it would be disastrous if we lost any type of federal funding,” Wyong mayor Cr Doug Eaton said. “Local Government is the only level of government in Australia that is not ﬁnancially recognised in the Australian Constitution and our income funding is limited in relation to the services we are expected to provide to our community. “Government funding is such a vital part of any

Council’s income and Wyong Shire Council has always been grateful for any funding we have received from the Federal and State Governments. “The Constitutional Recognition of Local Government will enable the Federal Government to have the capacity to fund Councils directly to achieve national objectives at a local level, such as major infrastructure projects and job creation ventures,” he added. For the referendum to be successful there needs to be a majority of yes votes from voters in a

majority of states. Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna encouraged all residents to support the referendum at the upcoming election. “Local Councils, including Gosford and Wyong, often rely heavily on federal funding to improve our roads and community facilities,” mayor Cr McKinna said. “By voting yes in the referendum, residents are voting to continue to access this funding, which contributes to many major projects in our local areas,” he added. Both Councils received

an $80 million grant from the Federal Government for the Mardi-Mangrove Link project, which has secured the region’s water supply. In Wyong, the Federal Government’s Caring for Country grant provided $20 million for the Tuggerah Lakes Estuary Management Program and $5 million for two new surf clubs at Shelly and Soldiers Beach. Other projects include $520,000 for a playground at Canton Beach which would be able to be used by visually impaired children, $400,000 for six new netball courts at Wyong’s Baker Park and $200,000 to upgrade community halls around the Wyong area and a number of grants to help complete Wyong’s shared pathway network. “Quite simply, federal grants are important for a number of projects right across the community,” mayor Cr Eaton said. “That is why it is so important people vote yes at the referendum to ensure this continues,” he concluded. Media release, 21 May 2013 Wyong Council Media and Gosford Council Media

Issue 21

Craig Thomson Th facing new charges

Matt Graham qualiﬁ for Winter Olympics

Mardi Love, Ofﬁce of Communities Sport and Recreation

arara freestyle mogul skier Matt Graham will represent Australia at the XXII Winter Olympiad in Sochi Russia in February.

ineteen new charges have been laid against Dobell MP Mr Craig Thomson in 25 volumes of new material presented during a hearing at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, May 22. the large volume of new evidence to consider. The case has been adjourned until Monday, July 1, and Mr Thomson’s bail has been renewed. Mr Thomson’s ofﬁce offered no comment when contacted by Wyong Regional Chronicle. Website, 22 May 2013 Mark Russell, The Age

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The new charges include allegations that Mr Thomson used a Health Services Union credit card to pay for pornographic movies at the Swissotel in Sydney and the Paciﬁc International Suites in Melbourne. Mr Thomson’s defence lawyer Mr David Galbally asked the magistrate for an adjournment due to

Locall heroes L h awarded d d att National Day of Thanksgiving Deborah Warwick

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arners Bay AFL player Matthew Spinks played in the curtain raiser to the AFL Dreamtime game between Richmond and Essendon at the MCG on Saturday, May 25.

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Shelly Beach Golf Club is people’s choice

helly Beach Golf Club won the People’s Choice Award at the Clubs and Community Celebration held in Sydney on Friday, May 31.

The Central Coast club beat out almost 1,500 other clubs across the state to take out the top prize. Voters were asked to rate clubs out of 10 across four categories: value for money, food, entertainment and community service. The votes for each club were then divided by the total club membership to make sure larger clubs

did not have an unfair advantage. Clubs NSW CEO Anthony Bell congratulated the club, which has seen a 305% growth in membership over the past five years. “With such an astounding growth in membership over such a short period of time, it’s clear that the team at Shelly Beach Golf Club are doing an amazing

job,” he said. “In addition to being named the state’s top club, Shelly Beach Golf Club will also get a $10,000 cash prize, with the club and a charity of their choice sharing the prize money.” More than 20,000 votes were lodged in this year’s competition. Media release, 1 Jun 2013 Carissa Simons, Clubs NSW Craig Ellis (General Manager), Sharyn Kennedy (Operations Manager), Allan Arkins (President) and John Tancevski from Community First Credit Union

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