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Outdoor holiday activities for children A number of outdoor activities for children aged five to 12 will be held in Brisbane Water National Park and Bouddi National Park throughout January as part of NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service’s school holiday program.

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Mary Mac’s Place holds Christmas lunch celebration Mary Mac’s Place celebrated Christmas with over 180 people attending its lunchtime Christmas celebration on Friday, December 20. “Many residents from the Peninsula and further afield enjoyed a wonderful Christmas lunch of ham, turkey, chicken, salads and all the usual Christmas trimmings,” said Mary Mac’s Place project officer Ms Christine Burge. “Santa Claus attended the lunch and all children left with a gift, due to generous donations of toys from members of our community. “The atmosphere at the celebration was very warm and relaxed with volunteers and our companions all enjoying the day.

“We are fortunate to live in such a generous community with so many individuals and groups thinking of others at this time of the year. “Donations for this year’s Christmas celebration came from all areas of our community. “Many individuals dropped off hams and dry goods for hampers after they had done their shopping,” said Ms Burge. Members of the Mongols Motor Cycle Club delivered desserts for the luncheon and wished those attending a Merry Christmas. The members of the club said that coming to Mary Mac’s Place was a reality check for those becoming complacent with their lives and the day-to-day things so many take for granted.

On Tuesday, December 24, Mary Mac’s distributed hampers to those who attended for lunch. “In another example of our community thinking of others, children from the Avoca Beach Art Markets distributed sweets they had made to all those who attended,” said Ms Burge. Mary Mac’s Place is located at 100 Blackwall Rd, Woy Woy, and is an initiative of the St John the Baptist Parish at Woy Woy and supported by CatholicCare and local businesses, clubs and individuals. If you can donate or assist by volunteering please ring Christine at Mary Mac’s Place on 4341 0584. Media release, 24 Dec 2013 Christine Burge, Mary Mac’s Place

National Parks and Wildlife Service community relations officer Ms Susan Davis said that children can find out all about the coastline, discover the magic of the bush and learn about Aboriginal bush tucker on these activities. “We are very excited about our action-packed WilderQuest summer program with activities to be held in in Bouddi and Brisbane Water National Parks and Munmorah State Conservation Area throughout January. “WilderQuest is designed for kids aged five to 12 years and is supported by an iPad app. and online games, and encourages kids to combine outdoor exploration with technology,” said Ms Davis. There are five different WilderQuest activities which will be running over the school holidays in

the Gosford LGA. The Special Sea Creature Treasure Hunt will be held in Bouddi National Park on January, 10, 15 and 24 while the Special Waterbugs Detectives will be held in Brisbane Water National Park on January 9 and 21. Kids Beachcombing, art and craft will be held in Bouddi National Park on January 14 and 20, the Enchanted Forest will be also be held in Bouddi National Park on January 15 and the Aboriginal Bush Tucker and Tools will be held in Brisbane Water National Park on January 8, 17 and 22. Another activity for children is the Sounds of Summer on January 11 where they can explore the world of cicadas in Bouddi National Park. Cost is $15 per child with a discount for more children with the same adult. The meeting place will be given on booking, which can be made by phoning 4320 4205 by 12pm the day before. Email, 23 Dec 2013 Susan Davis, NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service

Eight people rescued on the water Eight people were able to return home safely thanks to the help provided by the volunteers from Marine Rescue Central Coast on Sunday, December 22. The volunteers responded to a call for help at around 10am from a five metre Halverson ski boat with an electrical fault in Waterfall Bay with four people on board. Marine Rescue skipper Roger

Palmer and his crew on rescue boat Central Coast 21 provided a battery to enable a jump-start but this proved unsuccessful, so the disabled vessel was towed to the ramp at Lions Park, Woy Woy. The Radio Room at Point Clare Base received a call at around 2pm from a 4.85m half-cabin runabout with a mechanical problem near The Rip Bridge. There were four people on board and the owner sought

assistance to return to the boat ramp in Erina Creek. Marine Rescue skipper Bob White and his crew on rescue boat Central Coast 21 towed the vessel to Caroline Bay where it was passed on to the smaller Central Coast 12 to complete the tow under the Punt Bridge and the shallow waters in Erina Creek. Media release, 22 Dec 2013 Ron Cole, Marine Rescue Central Coast

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A wetter start and a drier finish The Peninsula had 5.1 per cent more rainfall last year than average. The total for 2013 was 1391.6mm, compared to the annual average of 1324.4mm, according to figures supplied by Mr Jim Morrison of Woy Woy. As usual, it was wetter in the first half of the year than the second half. However, last year’s rainfall followed a similar trend to 2012, with an even wetter start to the year and a drier finish than usual. The rainfall for December ran with this trend, with just 20.8mm recorded – 16.6 per cent of the average for the month of 104.2mm. Rainfall in the second half of the year was well below average, with just 336.3mm recorded from July to December, the majority of which fell in November. This was two thirds (67.0 per cent) of the average figure for

total being just 31.6 per cent of the average total of 409.9mm for those months. Conversely, a total of 1055.3mm was recorded in the first half of the year, 28.3 per cent above the average total of 822.8mm for the first six months.

the second half of the year of 501.6mm. Rainfall of 206.7mm was recorded in November, leaving a total of just 129.6mm for the remaining five months in the second half of the year. Rainfall in those five months was between 50 and 80 per cent below the monthly averages, the

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ne hundred local workers will lose th their jobs in the wa wake of Kellogg’s re recent announcement th that it will close its pla plant at Charmhaven ne next year State opposition leader Mr John Robertson has called on the O’Farrell cal government to provide go assistance and a skills ass retraining package to ret those affected by the tho closure. clo On a visit to Kellogg’s on Monday, December 16, 16 Mr Robertson said the new minister for the Central Coast Mr Mike Gallacher had Mi failed to hit the ground fai running and reassure the run local loc workforce that the go government has a plan for the future. their “The news that 100 locals will lose their loo loc job jobs on the Coast is devastating,” Mr Robertson said. Ro “This is a hit to the entire ent community as we enter ent Christmas. “Barry O’Farrell shrugs his shoulders as shr companies like Kellogg’s com bolt bo to Thailand. “But it’s his responsibility to create res the investment climate that tha ensures jobs are kept. “The government

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Michael Gallacher is New Minister for Central Coast inister for Police and Emergency Services Mr Michael Gallacher has been appointed as Minister for the Central Coast following Mr Chris Hartcher’s recent resignation.

NSW Premier Mr Barry O’Farrell said Mr Gallacher was a good ﬁt for the role because he lives locally and has a ﬁrst-hand understanding of the issues faced by residents. “Michael lives on the Central Coast, which gives him the advantage of being in regular contact with residents and businesses on issues important to them,” he said. “Michael has a thorough understanding of the issues faced by residents and businesses on the Central

Coast and he will be a strong advocate for the region in Cabinet. “He will ensure the NSW Government boosts the region’s economy, creates communities that residents are proud to call home, and supports these communities with well-coordinated services and infrastructure. “I look forward to working closely with Michael and being guided by his advice on issues relating to the region he knows and loves.” Mr Gallacher said he was proud to have been

chosen as the Minister for the Central Coast. “The Central Coast has been my home for more than 30 years and I look forward to playing a greater role in delivering better services and infrastructure that will continue to enrich and improve this area,” he said. Minister George Souris has taken on Mr Gallacher’s former role of Minister for the Hunter. Media release, 9 Dec 2013 Olivia Suzanski, Office of NSW Premier Barry O’Farrell

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he Central Coast Highway from Matcham Rd to Ocean View Dr was officially opened to traffic on Wednesday, December 11, following the completion of major work to improve traffic flow and safety for all road users.

The road was opened by Minister for Roads and Ports Mr Duncan Gay and Member for Terrigal Mr Chris Hartcher. “The NSW Government provided $95 million for the second stage of the upgrade to reduce congestion and travel times for motorists travelling between Gosford, The Entrance, beach suburbs and the hinterland,” Minister Gay said. “The major work along the 2.2 kilometre section of road has been completed with the upgrade open to trafﬁc in each direction. “Minor ﬁnishing work, including landscaping, footpath and service road work is expected to be completed by the end of February next year,” Minister Gay said. Mr Hartcher said the

upgrade involved widening the road to provide two lanes in each direction separated by a median and a range of traffic and safety improvements including pedestrian and cycle paths. “Work has included retaining and improving the roundabout at Ocean View Dr and building a new roundabout at Old Gosford Rd and Okanagan Close to provide access to the highway, improve traffic flow and enable U turns,” Mr Hartcher said. “A right turn in and left turn in and out was built at Brush Rd and new traffic lights were installed at Willoughby Rd to allow all turn movements. “To improve safety for motorists, restrictions were made to Brooks Hill Lane, High Valley Close and

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Eight people rescued on the water Eight people were able to return home safely thanks to the help provided by the volunteers from Marine Rescue Central Coast on Sunday, December 22.

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Ghersi Avenue to provide left in and left out turns only. “A shared pedestrian and off-road cycle path is nearing completion alongside the southbound lanes of the highway with a dedicated footpath located alongside the northbound lanes. “Dedicated bus bays have also been provided for safer access by passengers,” he said. The NSW Government provided $80 million for stage one of the project which involved upgrading the highway from Carlton Rd to Matcham Rd. This section was opened to trafﬁc in November last year.

needs to provide an assistance and retraining package to help those workers impacted by the Kellogg’s closure ﬁnd new jobs. “Already too many are forced to commute away from the Coast for work. “The question needs to be asked: why doesn’t the O’Farrell government have a jobs plan for the Central Coast? “Today, there are 41,000 more unemployed people in NSW than when Barry O’Farrell was elected. “There have been mass job closures in the Central

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West and the Hunter. “The jobs crisis in this state has now hit the Coast.” Mr Robertson said Mr Gallacher has been missing in action since the Kellogg’s announcement. “The Liberals on the Coast are clearly in no shape to stand up for local jobs and ensure this region has a viable jobs plan,” Mr Robertson said. Labor MLC for the Central Coast Mr Greg Donnelly said more challenging times were ahead for the Coast following the release of state treasurer Mr Mike

Baird’s mid-year review. “Barry O’Farrell inherited an unemployment rate of 5%,” Mr Donnelly said. “Today it is 5.9% and the treasurer is telling us it will reach 6.25%. “Another 20,000 people will be out of work next year and the government is doing nothing about it. “You have to worry what that means for the Coast, especially with the invisible representation of Mike Gallacher.” Mr Gallacher was approached for comment by the Wyong Regional

Chronicle and said he was announced as Minister for the Central Coast while overseas on leave. It is understood Mr Gallacher returned from leave on Monday, December 16. He was ofﬁcially sworn in as minister for the Central Coast on Wednesday, December 18. Mr Gallacher said the closure of Kellogg’s on the Central Coast was devastating news, particularly so close to the holiday period. “While this has been a difﬁcult commercial

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decision for the company, my sympathies are with the affected employees and their families,” Mr Gallacher said. “I am advised that Kellogg’s will be mapping skills at the plant with a view to placing as many staff as possible at their Sydney facility. “I also understand that the company has confirmed all employee entitlements will be paid, including redundancy pay outs of up to 52 weeks, eligibility for productivity bonuses and support to help affected workers find new jobs. “The NSW government is working closely with the company to provide support and to monitor the situation.” Mr Gallacher also said the announcement followed Kellogg’s statement last month that it would be cutting 7% of its global workforce as part of a major restructuring program. Kellogg’s has also recently announced the closure of a Canadian plant which will result in the loss of 500 jobs. Newsletter, 16 Dec 2013 Central Coast Business Ink Email, 17 Dec 2013 Tess Salmon, Office of Mike Gallacher

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Promotion raises awareness The Garden Organics day held on Sunday, December 15, at Woy Woy tip received a good response, according to Gosford Council’s waste operations coordinator Mr Colin Stalker. In celebration of National Recycling Week, Gosford Council and landfill partner Australian Native Landscapes ran the promotion to encourage residents to appropriately dispose of their green garden waste. The promotion offered eligible residents two free bags of Australian Native Landscapes compost or mulch for disposing of their garden waste appropriately at either Woy Woy Landfill or Kincumber Transfer Station on Sunday, December 15. Mr Stalker said the promotion aimed to raise awareness and provide incentive for residents to appropriately dispose of their garden waste. “Last year, we recycled 25,179 tonnes of garden waste at council landfills, which consisted of waste from green bins, personal drop-offs and commercial operations. “The quality of the end product is very dependent on the quality of the garden waste coming to us. We want to make residents aware that their green waste must not be contaminated by any other substances. “This includes processed or

painted wood and any household items which shouldn’t be placed in the green bin,” he said. Australian Native Landscapes general manager Mr Peter Kenneally said it was imperative that residents minimise contamination in their green waste. “The minimisation of green waste contamination in turn allows for the production of quality finished products such as compost, soil conditioners and mulches produced by Australian Native Landscapes. “These quality products are then used on gardens, landscaping and agricultural projects across Gosford City, producing high end results for residents,” said Mr Kenneally. Residents can dispose of up to 80kgs of green garden waste for less than $10 dollars. After this, fees are charged on a pro-rata basis. Mr Stalker said there are plans to host a similar promotion on February 1 to continue to promote these messages across the local community. “Residents should be on the lookout for details on how they can receive free gardening products for appropriately disposing of their green garden waste in the coming weeks,” he said.

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Peninsula rates highly in Council achievements Gosford Council has released a review of its achievements last year with developments and improvements on the Peninsula featured a number of times. The document states that with a “renewed focus on investment and development, several major announcements for the region, notable infrastructure achievements, the introduction of new technologies, finding new solutions to old problems and an attitude shift toward the potential of our city, it has been a time of great change, challenge and success in our city”. Among the achievements noted in the document was the $5.2 million Ettalong Foreshore Redevelopment which included a new sandstone seawall, children’s playground, park furniture, car park realignment, stormwater infrastructure, landscaping, construction of a beach facilities building (cafe-kiosk and public toilets) and construction of a

pedestrian walkway-cycleway, as well as “nourishment and restoration” of the beach in the area. The redevelopment had federal, state and council funding. “The redevelopment of the Ettalong Beach Foreshore showcases the natural beauty of the area and allows both locals and visitors a better chance to share in the great natural assets of our region, as well as helping to stimulate recreational and local business activity,” said Gosford Council general manager Mr Paul Anderson. Noted as a significant road upgrade was the reconstruction of a 330 metre section of Gallipoli Ave in Blackwall. The works were the final stage in the upgrade of Gallipoli Ave and included drainage improvements, the provision of kerb and gutter, access reconstructions and a footpath - cycleway. “Council has invested around $5 million into the 967 kilometre road

network across the Gosford LGA during 2013,” said Mr Anderson. “Upgrades have been completed to improve road quality, assist traffic flow and enhance public safety,” he said. The construction of the coastline shared footpath-cycleway was also noted as progressing along Blackwall Rd, south from McMasters Rd towards Ettalong Beach. These works assist in the provision of the Coastline Cycleway linking Gosford, Woy Woy to Ettalong Beach and Sydney via the Palm Beach Ferry. “There is currently close to 40 kilometres of cycleways and shared pathways within Gosford City, with council maintaining and growing this network to increase public access and provide greater sporting and recreational options for residents and visitors,” said Mr Anderson. The $40 million Kincumber and Woy Woy Sewerage Treatment Plants Upgrade project was highlighted as one of Council’s water and sewer asset

improvements for the year with the project ensuring both plants more reliably and efficiently treat the community’s wastewater to the highest standard in terms of quality and environmental protection. Completed works include improved screening and grit removal, new odour control, scrubbing equipment, new biosolids handling systems and a new highly efficient aeration system. “Council has invested close to $50 million into Gosford’s water, sewer and stormwater infrastructure over the past 12 months to ensure Gosford City continues to provide for and meet future population demands by improving the performance, reliability and capacity of our systems,” said Mr Anderson. The Surf Life Saving NSW State Championships at Umina and Ocean Beach were identified as one of Gosford City’s most prestigious events of the year. The Championships, held in March, attracted 7609 competitors, their families and supporters to the

Central Coast, confirming the event as one of the largest competitive sporting events in Australia. “Gosford City’s unique natural assets and range of quality hospitality and accommodation venues make it a prime choice for regional, interstate, national and international events,” said Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna. Mr Anderson said: “I am extremely proud of all we have achieved already in this short time, but there is still a lot of work that needs to be done. “Developers, investors and our community are now fully aware that Gosford City is open for business. “We needed to let people know that there was a new way of doing things in Gosford City. “Now that this message is clear, 2014 will be all about doing business - getting on with the job, getting things done and continuing to seize every opportunity to grow the potential of Gosford City,” Mr Anderson said. Email, 11 Dec 2013 Paul Anderson, Gosford Council

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Ettalong man arrested on outstanding warrants Police arrested a 19-year-old Ettalong man for warrants and resist and assault police in Erina on Monday, December 23. Brisbane Water Police were conducting a shoplifting operation at Erina Fair when police saw a man walk by at about 3pm. He was known to be wanted for six outstanding warrants and believed to be actively avoiding capture.

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Woy Woy Rd closed by accident Woy Woy Rd was blocked to traffic on Friday, January 3, due to an accident near Staples Lookout at around 6am. Police and emergency services responded to the serious accident which saw a car on its roof and a passenger trapped. Motorists were asked to avoid the area and use Brisbane Water Dr as an alternate route. Traffic was reopened in both directions around an hour later.

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Woman arrested for growing cannabis A Blackwall woman, 41, was arrested on Sunday, December 22, for cultivating a prohibited plant and will appear in Woy Woy Local Court on Tuesday, January 28. Brisbane Water Police attended a house in Dunmore St on Sunday morning on another matter but, while at the location, police observed what appeared to be cannabis plants growing in a neighbouring backyard. Subsequently at about 4:10pm police attended the location and

were given permission to enter the property. Upon entering the courtyard, police found 27 cannabis plants growing which were subsequently seized. The primary resident soon attended the premises and was placed under arrest. Police said she made full admissions to cultivating the plants. The woman was issued a Future Court Attendance Notice for cultivate prohibited plant. Website, 23 Dec 2013 Brisbane Water LAC, NSW Police

Central Coast Tenants Advice and Advocacy Service (CCTAAS) is very pleased to announce that it was successful in its expression of interest for funding. This funding, provided from the interest earned on rental bonds and overseen by Fair Trading, will take the Service through to June 2016. CCTAAS was established in 1998, and since that time has provided free, expert advice to tenants, and park residents of residential parks across the Central Coast. Whilst there are a number of changes to the provision of advice due to the incorporation of Fair Trading with Services NSW, CCTAAS will be working closely with Fair Trading to ensure that tenants receive timely, current and relevant advice. CCTAAS is available to advise tenants in complex matters. In the first instance all tenants should contact Fair Trading on 133 220. Should you require further advice CCTAAS can be contacted on 4353 5515 during advice times of 11.00 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3.00 Monday to Thursday.

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Booker Bay man returns high alcohol reading A 54-year-old man from Booker Bay has been charged with driving with a high range blood alcohol content following an accident at Ettalong. Driving south on Barrenjoey Rd, Ettalong, on Sunday, December 29, the man’s car veered across the northbound lane, mounted the kerb at the intersection with Beach St and collided with the fence of an adjacent property. Two witnesses stopped their vehicle and went to the aid of the man who they found slumped over the steering wheel. Police were flagged down and approached the man who was exiting the vehicle. He was stumbling and unsteady on his feet. As police went to check on his welfare, they said they immediately smelt liquor coming from the man and his eyes were bloodshot and

his speech was slurred. The man made several attempts to return to his vehicle, resulting in police seating him on the kerb and removing the keys to the vehicle from him. An ambulance attended and advised that the man was not suffering from any injuries resulting from the collision, nor was there any damage to the fence. He was subject to a roadside breath test which returned a positive result. He was placed under arrest and conveyed to Gosford Police Station where he was submitted to a breath analysis that returned a high range reading. He had his licence immediately suspended and was subsequently charged with one count of drive with high range PCA and one count of negligent driving. Website, 30 Dec 2013 Brisbane Water LAC, NSW Police

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The group requested the shed from Bunnings Umina, who not only donated the shed, but also materials for the slab as well. Broken Bay Scout Group group leader Mr Steve Bishop said: “The shed is much needed as we had to get all the odd scouting gear sorted out and put in one spot.” “This will create more room in our hall for the younger scouting members, the Joeys and Cubs. “Our group members met up in

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early December for a working bee to prepare, mix and pour the slab, ready for the installation of the shed. “We sincerely thank all parents and group members for their time and Bunnings Umina for their generosity. “This donation meant that the Group didn’t have to spend many hours fundraising for this equipment and it will definitely be

put to good use,” said Mr Bishop. New members are always welcomed from age six (Joeys), Cubs, Scouts, Venturers and Rovers up to 25 years of age. Scouting is now open to boys and girls. For more information, please phone Group Leader, Steve Bishop on 0407 419 952. Media release, 3 Jan 2014 Paul Brasch, Broken Bay Scout Group

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Almost forgotten memories of a simpler time This communication comes from my contact with Julie Aitchison who is researching the early days of Ocean Beach, as it was known in my early days. I have provided Julie with a lot of information of these times, from when my mother and father were prominent in the area. Julie has sent me a copy of the 70th celebration article that Ms Annette Strong published. I was born in a room behind the counter of the shop on the corner at 246 West St and Berith St in

Forum 1932 that we owned from 1926 to 1945 called Hawley’s Store. This was diagonally opposite the original church that my father built. He also built the original Methodist Church in Woy Woy. Sunday was Church Day, never to be missed! It was the only day of the week that I wore shoes. Mum, the daughter of a Methodist Lay Preacher, was secretary then and also a Sunday

Save our libraries Why is our library service part of the 2014 Gosford City Council restructure? Why does the council believe that one library on the Peninsula is more than enough to meet the needs of the residents and that the Umina Library will close? Education centres such as libraries empower the citizens in a positive and constructive way. We need all our libraries, just as we need all our sporting fields;

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School teacher. She also did the flowers, teas and cleaning. I am now 81, and still have some prize books for scripture from those years. I will endeavor to get to Umina for the celebrations in April. Anyway, Julie’s researching has brought back many almost forgotten memories of a much simpler time and led me to do my own book of my younger days growing up on a beach, schooling and the war years. Email, 2 Jan 2014 Edwin Hawley, Oberon

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exercise the mind and the body. Save our libraries. Email, 30 Dec 2013 Tom Gundry, Woy Woy

Gosford Council has since confirmed that there are no plans to close or restructure the Umina Library before council and the library is continuing to operate as per usual

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That’s fair enough, but have they forgotten how bad the RuddGillard government was? I remember when I was a young bloke, old timers saying “better a good Liberal government than a bad Labor government”. And the disgrace of NSW Labor remains strong in the nostrils. In my book, an Australian political party should restrict foreign ownership, stop the sale of public assets, restore tariff protection, revitalise our industries and reestablish a public owned bank for the benefit of all Australians. I wish.

Council is killing off town businesses My partner owns a florist shop in Ettalong and wants to add a tea and coffee room to the service she provides to the public. Part of the appeal for tourists and locals alike is the beachside atmosphere and ambience of the town and beach. To increase the area for servicing the public, the owner of the shop is desirous of providing footpath tables and chairs to enable her clientele to take in the atmosphere of the town, take advantage of the sea breezes on hot days, while sipping on their favourite beverage and generally relaxing. Enter Gosford City Council with its lack of interest and support for local business shown through its archaic by-laws creating a reactive approach, not proactive, towards requests of business owners by discouraging outdoor advertising disallowing footpath board advertising and display of goods. The council will not entertain the concept of outside tables and chairs for the florist and tea room because the tables and chairs have to be directly out the front of the shop, and they claim that because of a pedestrian crossing this will not be possible. The shop entrance is 5.7 metres from the start of the crossing, leaving plenty of room, 2.7 metres for tables and chairs, without impeding access to, or visual sight by pedestrians and motorists alike. The council employs planners and engineers for the good of progress and general wellbeing of our council district, so, let’s stop the rot now and start showing some interest in all of the community, not

Forum Letters to the editor should be sent to: Peninsula News PO Box 1056, Gosford 2250 or mail@peninsulanews.asn.au See Page 2 for contribution conditions just a select few operating in so called elite areas. There are many examples of double standards on a simple drive around the district. There is not even a loading zone to serve businesses in the immediate area, making it difficult to receive stock for the shops, albeit that a request has been made to council to create one. Take a walk down the main street of Ettalong business area and note the number of vacant shops of those who have had enough of fighting the system and packed it in. The council is killing off the town businesses and in time there will be nothing of interest to attract tourists and even the locals will start shopping in other areas. Unemployment is high enough in the Ettalong area and here is a business willing to buck the trend and provide at least one full time position and possibly a second part time position, only to be blocked by a seemingly disinterested council not willing to consider change. Email, 23 Dec 2013 Ian Hill, Ettalong

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Arrested for driving while disqualified A 27-year-old Umina man has been arrested for repeatedly driving while disqualified. Brisbane Water Police were patrolling Umina when they saw a man standing beside a car attempting to jump start it using another vehicle at around 2:30pm on Monday, December 23. Police were aware the man was wanted on an outstanding warrant

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for driving while disqualiﬁed. Police conducted checks, drove around the block and, when turning into Norman St observed the man in the driver’s seat of a white Honda which was travelling north towards them. The man pulled into the driveway of a residence and police approached him as he was checking under the bonnet of the

vehicle with the engine still running. He was placed under arrest and conveyed to Gosford Police Station where he was subsequently charged with one count of drive motor vehicle during disqualiﬁcation period (second offence) and one outstanding warrant. Website, 24 Dec 2013 Brisbane Water LAC Facebook

Stranded yacht freed The volunteers at Marine Rescue Central Coast were called out at about 4:20pm on Saturday, January 4, to assist a 10 metre yacht with two people onboard that had run aground near the boat ramp at Pretty Beach. Skipper Mark Sheehan and his crew, Al Morris and Jim Robertson,

on rescue vessel Central Coast 21 were assigned the task. They located the vessel and were able to free the stranded yacht and tow it to deeper water in the channel. The rescue vessel and crew returned to base at 6pm. Media release, 5 Jan 2014 Ron Cole, Marine Rescue Central Coast

Charged after police pursuit A man was charged on Tuesday, December 31, after he led police on a pursuit through Woy Woy.

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Health

Exercise after breast cancer Women who have experienced breast cancer at any time in their lives are being invited to register now for the free “after breast cancer” exercise program, Encore, which is running in Woy Woy in February.

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The program will run from February 13 to April 3 every Thursday from 10am to 12pm. The Encore program supports the physical well-being of women after the trauma of breast cancer surgery or treatment in a nurturing and supportive environment, whether that surgery was a few months ago or 20 years ago. It runs for eight weeks, is tailored for all fitness levels and abilities and incorporates floor and hydrotherapy exercises. The Encore program is based on research revealing the benefits of exercise for women being treated for breast cancer, which shows that aerobic exercise is of particular benefit along with resistance exercises. YWCA NSW Encore manager Ms Kate Guthrey said: “The Encore Program was created to improve movement, flexibility and strength after breast cancer surgery.” “It helps to reduce the potential risk of lymphoedema and can assist in its management.

“We’ve been working with leading experts in the field of exercise and cancer to help us review the research and update our program and as a result, Encore now includes an aerobic component as well as strength and mobility exercises,” said Ms Guthry. She said that Encore helped women stay well after a difficult time in their lives, not only through the proven physical benefits of the program, but also through meeting others who’ve had similar experiences. Because medical clearance is required, it is important to register as soon as possible in order to secure a place, at least two weeks prior to the class beginning because the classes are small, and places fill up quickly. Register by calling 9285 6264 (Sydney) or 1800 305 150 or email encore@ywcansw.com.au. Participation is free. Media release, 2 Jan 2014 Hayley Bryce, YWCA NSW

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Animal Care Animal Welfare League Aid to sick or injured animals & subsidises dog desexing.

Meet 2nd Tues, Spike Milligan Room, Woy Woy Library, 10am. Debra 4344 4435 awlcentralcoast@ optusnet.com.au RSPCA Assist with desexing for cats, dogs & small animals. Veronica 0407 295 655

Art Ettalong Beach Art & Crafts Centre Adult Classes in Patchwork & Quilting, Pottery, Folk Art, Silk Dyeing, Oils, Acrylics, Pastels, Drawing, Watercolour, Silvercraft and Children’s Art & Pottery Mon - Sat 10am - 3pm 4341 8344 info@ebacc.com.au Central Coast Art Society Weekly paint-outs Tues 4369 5860. Workshops 9.30am 1st & 3rd Wed Gosford City Art Centre 4363 1820. Social Meetings 1.30pm 4th Wed for demonstrations publicity@ artcentralcoast.asn.au 4325 1420 Point Clare Art & Craft Wed - Adult Art Class Wed & Fri - Adult Crafts Bunka Embroid, Cards, Crotchet, Cross Stitch $3 Point Clare Community Hall 10am - 12noon 4325 5007 Hospital Art Australia Meet every Tue and Fri 9am-2pm - 109 Birdwood Ave, Umina - Painting and Canvas drawing. Volunteers welcome 4341 9920

Bushwalking National Parks Association Central Coast Twice weekly bush walks on the Central Coast and further afield, varying distances and grades of difficulty. Explore, enjoy scenery, fauna, floral, history. Keep fit and make friends. 4389 4423 & 4332 7378

Community Centres Peninsula Community Centre Cnr Ocean Beach Rd & McMasters Rd Woy Woy Activities, programs and support groups for children, teens, adults and seniors including occasional care, playgroups, dance classes, karate, fitness classes, youth services, gambling solutions, internet kiosk and social groups. www.coastcommunityconnections. com.au

4341 9333 Ettalong 50+ Leisure & Learning Centre Mon - Fri - Cards, Computer Lessons, Dancing, Indoor Bowls, Fitness, Handicrafts, Leatherwork, Line Dancing, Painting, Scrabble, Table Tennis, Tai Chi, Yoga, Darts 4341 3222

Community Groups AACC Computer Club www.aacc.asn.au Computing problems - Program demos + Q&A sessions - Monthly meetings Feb to Nov • 2nd Wed Windows 7-10pm Narara Valley H S Fountains Road • 4th Thur Social + Windows 12.15 – 3.15pm East Gosford Progress Hall Cnr Webb Rd & Henry Parry Dve 4362 1918 - 4324 2740 secretary@aacc.asn.au

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Directory - Not for profit Community Organisations ABC “The Friends” Support group for Public Broadcaster. Aims: Safeguard ABC’s independence, adequate funding, high standards. Meetings through the year + social afternoons Well-known guest speakers www.fabcnsw.org.au 4341 5170 Bridge Duplicate Bridge Mon Tue Thur Fri Sat-12.15pm & Wed 9.15am Brisbane Water Bridge Club Peninsula Community Centre 93 McMasters Rd.Woy Woy www.brisbane-water.bridge-club.org

Cash Housie 50 Games every Sat night Peninsula Community Centre, McMasters Rd, Woy Woy, 7.30pm. Proceeds to Woy Woy Catholic Parish. wwcphousie@hotmail.com Central Coast Handweavers, Spinners and Textile Arts Guild Spinning, weaving, patchwork, quilting, felting & other fibre & fabric crafts Workshops & community quilting bees - Day & night groups - 4325 4743 www.centralcoasthsguild. org.au Central Coast Family History Society Inc. Resources, information & advice to study your family’s history. 1st Sat 1pm Lions Community Hall, 8 Russell Drysdale St, E. Gosford. www.centralcoastfhs.org.au 4324 5164

Central Coast Tenants’ Advice and Advocacy Service Do you have issues with your landlord or real estate agent? Free telephone advice and advocacy for all tenants and residents in residential parks. 4353 5515

Probus Club of Umina Friendship, fellowship and fun Advancing intellectual, cultural and social interests for active retirees 55yrs+ Non Political and Non Sectarian - 2nd Wed 10am, Everglades Club uminabeach@probusclubs. com.au Seniors Computer Club Central Coast Beginners classes for PC or Mac Mon or Tues. Classes Mon to Fri for most programs - see website. 10am – 12md or 1pm - 3pm Kincumber Neighbourhood Centre. Monthly Meetings with Guest Speaker at Kincumber Hotel 1st Mon 43692530 The Krait Club Community Centre - Cooinda Village, Neptune St, Umina 10.30am For senior members of community. Gentle exercises, quizzes, games, social activities, guest speakers, entertainment and bus trips - 4344 2992

GROW Groups meet weekly all year round Meals on Wheels Delivered meals and flexible food options for people with a functional disability 4382 9401 Mary Mac’s Place Providing hot, freshly cooked meals - Mon to Fri 11am-1pm with support, info & referrals 4341 0584 marymacs@woywoycatholic.org.au

Overeaters Anonymous (OA) 12-step fellowship for those with eating disorders. No dues, fees, or weigh-ins. Peninsula Corn. Cntr, cnr. Mc Masters Rd & Ocean Beach Rd. Woy Woy, Fri 8pm www.oa.org - 0412 756 446 Pink Butterfly Breast Cancer Support Group First Sunday 10.00am -12.00 Shop 71 Schnapper Road Ettalong Markets 0428 712 251

Umina Beach Men’s Shed Inc. Men share a variety of tools, pursue interests and hobbies, Spend time with other men and Learn new skills Darrell 4341 2355

Peninsula Village Wellness Centre Offering holistic and complementary therapies including aromatherapy, massage and music therapy 4344 9199

Volunteering Central Coast Refers potential volunteers to community orgs. Support both volunteers and community orgs. Training for volunteers & their managers. 4329 7122

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Wagstaffe to Killcare Community Protect and preserve the environment & residential nature of the Bouddi Peninsula and to strengthen community bonds 2nd Mon, 7.30pm Wagstaffe Hall - 4360 2945

Peninsula Village Carer’s Support Group For carers of loved ones with dementia - 1st Wed - 10 to 11.30am Paula 4344 9199

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Disabled Services

Peninsula Women’s Health Centre Clinic sister; counselling; alternate therapists; groups and community education; drop-in; support for women in crisis; 4342 5905 Wed & Thur 9.30am-3pm 20a McMasters Rd, Woy Woy

Community Care Services - Central Coast For people with memory loss & their carers. Enjoy a relaxing coffee morning Rocky Point Café - Ettalong Beach Memorial Club 3rd Wed 4324 4244

Riding for the Disabled Horse Riding as a therapy for those with intellectual or physical disabilities Volunteers required. No Previous exp necessary School hours only Mon to Sat 4340 0388

Prostate Cancer Support Group (Gosford) Meet last Friday Terrigal Uniting Church, 380 Terrigal Drive, Terrigal 9.30am to 12 noon 4367 9600

Central Coast Over 30s Social Group Inc We offer social contact, entertainment events & new friendships for people in their 30’s, 40’s, 50’s & 60’s etc. Our events range from; Live Music, House Parties, Restaurant Nights, BBQ’s/Picnics, Trips Away & lots more. For a FREE calendar call Sharon on 0432 760 272 or email cco30s@live.com.au I AM LOST Deep Conversations & systematic exercises for understanding my self & my place in life. - Gurdjieff Society - Ancient and modern knowledge. 6pm 2nd Thu 0425 296 783 www.gurdjieff.org.au

Peninsula School for Seniors The Community Centre, McMasters Road, Woy Woy Discussions, Rumikin, Craft, History, Walkers, Coach trips Tues, Wed, Thur 4341 7785 4341 2142 Peninsula Village Playgroup Carers, Grandparents, parents & children ‘Intergenerational Playgroup’ Every Tues 10-11.30am Paula Newman - 4344 9199

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Environment

Peninsula Environment Group Talks, films, social events, workshops, renewable energy and recycling projects, organic food buying group www.peg.org.au

Health Groups Alcoholics Anonymous If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, that’s our business. Every Sat - Progress Hall Ronald Ave, Wyoming 8pm 4323 3890 Arthritis NSW 3rd Tues Peninsula Community Centre, Cnr McMasters Rd and Ocean Beach Rd, Woy Woy 4341 5881 Gambling Solutions Gambling help counsellors providing free confidential professional service to gamblers, family and friends Available Woy Woy, Kincumber, Gosford and The Entrance 4344 7992 GROW - Free Weekly 12 Step Mental Health Self Help Group - Helping thousands to recover from mental health challenges for more than 55 years to find a GROW group near you call 1800 558 268 or visit www.grow.net.au

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Wellness Group A small group of people with a serious illness to share and support unfolding journeys Free at The Clearing, 2/31 Chambers Place Woy Woy 2nd Mon 9:30am 4341 0464 lizmacnamara@bigpond.com

Woy Woy Public Hospital Alliance To restore medical services previously available & upgrade to a standard that meets with local needs. 2pm 2nd Sat St Lukes Church Hall, Blackwall Rd Woy Woy 4344 4811 Woy Woy Stroke Recovery Club Peninsula Community Centre 2nd Tues 11.30am Company, up-to-date info, hydrotherapy, bus trips 4341 7177

Marine Central Coast Rescue Unit Marine Education Courses. Radio Licences, Boat Safety & Boat Licence & PWC Licence Tests, Navigation, Seamanship and Meteorology. 4325 7929 www.vmrcc.org.au g

Music Gosford Musical Society Minstrels Entertain at various venues on the Coast

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seeking new members Thur Night Laycock St North Gosford 4341 4210 Soundwaves Men’s acapella 4 part harmony chorus - all ages 7pm Mon Central Coast Leagues Club Ray 0405 030 945 randtbale@bigpond.com

Troubadour Central Coast Inc Folk, Traditional & Acoustic Music and Spoken Word Inc Ukulele meets, Concerts and Sessions 4th Sat 7pm CWA Hall Woy Woy 4341 4060 mail.info@troubadour.org.au

Political Group Australian Labor Party Umina Ettalong Branch Political discussions, national, state and local government issues 2nd Mon Umina Beach Bowling Club 7.30 4342 3676 Central Coast Greens Active regarding ecological sustainability, social & economic justice, peace & non-violence, grassroots democracy & gettingGreens elected 3rd Thur, centralcoast.nsw.greens.org.au centralcoastgreens@gmail.com

Service Groups Lions Club of Woy Woy 1st and 3rd Mon at Everglades Country Club 4326 1996 Make new friends and have fun while serving your community. Northern Settlement Services Provides socialisation for migrants. Volunteers assist with home visits, shopping and social days. Every Thur Peninsula Community Centre 93 McMasters Rd Woy Woy - 4334 3877 Rotary Club of Kariong/Somersby International service club improve lives of communities in Aust. & o/seas. Fun-filled activities, fellowship and friendship. Phillip House, 21 Old Mount Penang Rd, Fri 7.15am 4340 4529 kersuebay@philliphouse. com.au Rotary Club of Umina International service organisation of business leaders improving lives of youth & those in need. Weds. Everglades Country Club curleys@ozemail.com.au 0409 245 861 Rotary Club of Woy Woy International service club improve lives of communities in Aust. & o/seas. Tues 6pm Everglades Country Club. Don Tee 0428 438 535

Special Interest

Central Coast Potters Society Dedicated to increasing the ceramics knowlede, experience and skills of members and the general public. Running classes, workshops, demonstrations, exhibitions and social events - Annual exhibitions in May and December - Open Day in Sept info@ccpotters.org

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Woy Woy Judo Club Classes for adults, juniors & seniors. Tues & Fri Ettalong 50+ Leisure and Learning Centre 0434 000 170 www.wwjc.org.au

Travel Friendship Force Central Coast Travel in small groups and stay with friends in 370 clubs around the world & host small groups. 4399 3625 www.friendshipforcecentralcoast. asn.au au asn.au

Veterans

National Malaya Borneo Veterans Association 1st Sat (except Jan) 2pm Ettalong Beach War Memorial Club, 51-52 The Esplanade. 4342 1107 Vietnam Veterans’, Peacekeepers’ and Peacemakers’ Assist all Veterans & families with pension & welfare Mon & Wed 9am-1pm 4344 4760 Cnr Broken Bay Rd & Beach St Ettalong. centralcoastveterans@ bigpond.com. Woy Woy Ettalong Hardy’s Bay RSL Provide help with pensions and welfare etc. Shop 5/382 Oceanview Rd Ettalong. Tues & Thurs 9am to 1pm 4341 2594

Women’s Groups Country Women’s Association Woy Woy Opposite Fisherman’s Wharf Friendship Mornings 1st and 2nd Wed 10am Meetings 4th Wed 10.30am 4324 2621 Country Women’s Association Umina Craft and Friendship: • Mon 6pm; Wed 9am; 1st Sun 12.30pm • Branch meeting: 1st Wed 10am CWA Hall, Cnr West and Sydney St, Umina 4341.5404 The Endeavour View Club, Woy Woy Lunch 1st Mon Everglades Country Club 10.30am. Friendship days, 3rd Wed Uniting Church Hall, Picnic Pde Ettalong 10.30am 4342 2283 Gosford RSL Women’s Auxiliary For women over 18 years. Raise money for welfare of veterans and their families RSL Club West Gosford 4th Mon 2pm 4323 7336 Inner Wheel club of Gosford North Women making a difference with friendship, personal service and international understanding. Social activities combined with fund raising 2nd Wed 7pm Phillip House Kariong 4324 7176 gosfordnorthiw@live.com.au

Wowgirls Waves Of Wisdom Inc Wowgirls Waves of Wisdom connects women and local businesses around a common theme of wellbeing. to share wisdom and explore lifes potential. Regular Powwows, WOW Wisdom gatherings, WOW days and WOW courses check our website for activities. www.wowgirls.com.au info@wowgirls.com.au

Sport

Deepwater Dragon Boat Club Woy Woy Paddling sessions available Sunday Mornings, Tuesday and Thursday afternoons at Woy Woy Adults and Children over 12 years are welcome. First 3 paddling sessions are free

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How great was Paul Keating? In answer to the email of John Stagg (Peninsula News, December 9) I would like to say that the only things that Paul Keating was noted for were his foul mouth, calling people scumbags, calling leaders of other countries recalcitrant and stabbing his leader Bob Hawke in the back (creating a precedent for other Labor leaders) before taking the Prime Ministership for himself. As for his record, he was the fellow that gave Australia “the recession we had to have”, gave us double digit everything from inflation, unemployment to record interest rates. Under his watch, illegal boat arrivals flourished and Australia’s National Debt was out of control. So, how great was Paul Keating? It took the Coalition Government to stop the boats completely. They stopped the economic rot that Labor left us with and left the country with a $20 billion surplus. Things were a lot more relaxed and comfortable under the

Forum Coalition. Who overturned the policy on the boats and opened the flood gates to illegal immigration, creating much of the tension between our country and Indonesia? Labor did! Who introduced a Carbon Tax only weeks after Julia Gillard said: “There will be no Carbon Tax under a government that I lead”? Labor did! This is a tax which has directly contributed to the exorbitantly high power bills everyone has been lumbered with and a tax that Labor now refuses to repeal in the Senate, leaving said bills escalating. Which government spent the $20 billion surplus and once again left the country with debt levels spiralling out of control? Labor did! They introduced yet another tax to try and recoup the billions of dollars they squandered, but all that did was to place a large burden on one of the only sectors making money for Australia, a tax, incidentally that doesn’t work and

another tax that Labor now refuses to repeal in the Senate. The relationship between Indonesia and Australia, namely the spying on the Indonesian president’s phone calls, occurred during Kevin Rudd’s term as Prime Minister. It is once again left to the Coalition government to clean up the carnage and wreckage left after a rampaging Labor Government that once again left the national debt at record levels, boat arrivals at record levels, a carbon tax and a mining tax that Labor gave us, the demise of Mitsubishi, Ford and now Holden that will no longer be building motor vehicles here in this country and putting thousands of Australians out of work. Great economic work on Labor’s part (NOT!), a problem created by the former government. Labor had six years to get it right, but failed miserably. The Coalition has been in office for just over three months, so it may take just a little bit longer to clean up all that mess that has been left. Email, 20 Dec 2013 Ken Woolcott, Booker Bay

The Peninsula Diary of Events For events in post code areas 2256 and 2257 Wednesday January 8

Wednesday January 15

Friday January 24

Joel Howlett Magic Show, Ettalong Beach Club, 10:30am4:30pm Aboriginal Bush Tucker and Tools, Brisbane Water National Park

Australian Red Cross Mobile Blood Service, Woy Woy Hospital, 1:30pm-7:30pm Special Sea Creature Treasure Hunt, Bouddi National Park The Enchanted Forest, Bouddi National Park

Special Sea Creature Treasure Hunt, Bouddi National Park

Friday January 17

Woy Woy Rec Physie Club Fundraiser Hypnotist Night, Woy Woy Leagues Club

Thursday January 9 Special Waterbugs Detectives, Brisbane Water National Park

Friday January 10 Special Sea Creature Treasure Hunt, Bouddi National Park

Saturday January 11 The Rewbies, Patonga Beach Hotel, 7:30pm Dancing by the Water, Lions Park, Woy Woy, 5pm Sounds of Summer, Bouddi National Park

Tuesday January 14 Australian Red Cross Mobile Blood Service, Woy Woy Hospital, 10am-3:3pm Kids Beachcombing, art and craft, Bouddi National Park

Aboriginal Bush Tucker and Tools, Brisbane Water National Park

Saturday January 18

Saturday January 25 Dancing by the Water, Lions Park, Woy Woy, 5pm

Friday January 31

Sunday February 2

Dancing by the Water, Lions Park, Woy Woy, 5pm

Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon, Peninsula Leisure Centre and James Browne Oval

Monday January 20

Saturday February 8

Smoking a problem at shopping centre entrance I agree with Jim Brooks (Peninsula News, December 23) about smokers near the entrance to Deepwater Plaza. I think Gloria Jeans coffee shop should move their chairs away from the entrance as this is an occupational health issue. I do not like smoking myself. It stinks and is a health hazard. Yes, management should police it, but when is this going to happen? You can’t tell people what they can and cannot do; if they wish to smoke that is their choice but

Emergency Ambulance, Police, Fire 000 Police Assistance Line 131 444 Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000 Woy Woy Police Station 4379 7399 Energy Australia 13 13 88 Gas Emergency 131 909 Gosford City Council 4325 8222 Marine Rescue NSW Central Coast 4325 7929 SES - Storm and Flood Emergency 132 500

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Organisations Mingaletta 4342 7515 Aboriginal Home Care 4352 1153 Drug & Alcohol rehab 4388 6360

Accommodation Dept. of Housing Gosford 4323 5211 Cassie4Youth 4322 3197 Coast Shelter 4324 7239 Pacific Link Com Housing 4324 7617 Rumbalara Youth Refuge 4325 7555 Samaritans Youth Services 4351 1922 Youth Angle • Woy Woy 4341 8830 Woy Woy Youth Cottage 4341 9027

Health Poisons Information 131 126 Ambulance Text Mobile 106 Ambulance GSM 112 Gosford Hospital 4320 2111 Woy Woy Hospital 4344 8444 Sexual Health @ Gosford Hospital 4320 2114 After Hours GP Help Line 1800 022 222

Legal & Financial Help Financial Counselling Service 4334 2304 Tenants’ Advice and Advocacy Service 4353 5515 Woy Woy Court 4344 0111

Libraries Gosford district: Umina Beach 4304 7333 Woy Woy 4304 7555

Problems, Habits & Addiction Alcoholics Anonymous 4323 3890 Narcotics Anonymous 4325 0524

Wildlife Arc 4325 0666 Wires 8977 3333

Transport

Special Waterbugs Detectives, Brisbane Water National Park

Sunday February 9

Community Centres

Happy Days at Ettalong Beach, 10am-4pm

Wednesday January 22

Tuesday February 11

Peninsula Community Centre 4341 9333 Men’s Shed Cluster Inc 0413 244 484

for events in post code areas 2250, 2251 & 2260 and the Wyong Regional Chronicle for events in post code areas 2258, 2259, 2261, 2262 & 2263

Horizons (For men with children) 4333 5111 Uniting Care Burnside Gosford 1800 067 967

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overall they must respect other patrons who have to put up with their smoke being blown where they sit and drink tea and coffee. I always enter by the Coles entrance to avoid chaos near the entrance to the plaza. Other people should write to the management about their grievances so the issue can be addressed.

Peninsula directory of services, contacts and support groups

Kids Beachcombing, art and craft, Bouddi National Park

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Counselling Centacare: 4324 6403 Relationship Australia: 1300 364 277 Interrelate: 1800 449 118

Family and Relationships Centacare Gosford 4324 6403 Gosford Family Support Service 4340 1099

Taxi 131 008 Busways 4368 2277 City Rail 131 500

Welfare Services Gosford Family Support 4340 1585 Meals on Wheels 4341 6699 Department of Community Services Gosford 4336 2400 The Salvation Army 4325 5733 Samaritans Emergency Relief 4393 2450 St Vincent De Paul Society HELPLINE 4323 6081

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Clark follows Arnold to Japan Central Coast Mariners head of sports science Mr Andrew Clark, who is a former Umina Soccer Club junior, will follow Graham Arnold to Japan, being snapped up to work for J-League runners-up Vegalta Sendai.

Women learn to surf A Learn to Surf day will be held at Umina on Saturday, February 15, from 2pm to 3pm. The day, run by Wow Girls Wave of Wisdom, is an introduction to surfing for women of all ages. The course costs $50 and includes paddling techniques, water-safety, finding your feet,

catching your first wave and fun with like-minded women. User friendly soft boards and wetsuits supplied plus qualified instructors from Central Coast Surf School. Email, 3 Jan 2014 Yvonne Lamont, Wow Girls Wave of Wisdom

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As a foundation Mariners player, Mr Clark has served his hometown club with distinction, both on and off the field since 2005. Current Mariners coach Phil Moss said that Mr Clark departs for the J-League with the blessing of management, staff, players and fans. “Andrew Clark has been a great contributor to the success of the Central Coast Mariners since year one,” Moss said. “As much as anyone, Andrew epitomises what the Mariners are all about, and we know local people think extremely highly of him.” Mr Clark is relishing the opportunity to ply his trade in the Japanese competition, signing a deal which will see him remain at the club for the next two seasons. “In the past I have been offered the chance to work at other sporting clubs in Australia, but to be frank I have never wanted to work at any other sporting club in Australia,” Mr Clark said. “This opportunity takes me to another level, and gives me the chance to chase my dream of working at the highest standard I can in the football world. “My respect, loyalty and love for the Mariners doesn’t stop because I’m leaving. “The Mariners will always be my team and as a group we are so proud of what we have achieved. “Arnie and I will do our best in Sendai, and back in Australia the Mariners will be in capable hands

Andrew Clark playing for the Central Coast Mariners youth team against Sydney FC youth

with Phil Moss, John Crawley and Wayne O’Sullivan.” While football is essentially the reason for Mr Clark’s departure, he believes it will be a fantastic chance to live amongst a different culture with his whole family benefiting. “While first and foremost this is a career opportunity, it is also a great opportunity to live in a new culture along with my beautiful wife and two young daughters,” Mr Clark said. It will be an amazing experience for all of us.” “Clarky is a very ambitious person so a move to the J-League takes him to another level in his career,” Moss said. “We hope he can help Graham achieve success with Sendai, and

Photo: Wikipedia will be watching their progress keenly.” Mr Clark will continue working with Central Coast until Hyundai A-League 2013/14 round 10, when the Mariners travel to the city of churches to take on Adelaide United. He will then enjoy a brief break before leaving for Japan in January. “In keeping with the Mariners’ philosophy, there is a succession plan in place, and Andrew’s replacement will be appointed following round 10 in Adelaide,” Moss said. Media release, 1 Dec 2013 Central Coast Mariners

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Umina man captains Cyclones to victory The Central Coast Cyclones Over 60s cricket team, captained by Umina resident Gordon Ives, was victorious in its game at Doyalson on Wednesday, December 11. Gordon won the toss for the Central Coast Cyclones and elected to bat first. The Cyclones batted well and reached 170 for the loss of five wickets in their allotted 40 overs. The powerful hitting of openers Billy Moffat who retired on 40 and Bobby Zielke 35, also retired, laid the foundations for the innings. Gordon chipped in with 25 retired and wicket keeper Gary Castles boosted the score with 17 not out. Cook, two wickets for nine, and ex-Australian Test spinner Bobby Holland with one wicket for one run were the pick of the visiting bowlers. Newcastle responded strongly with the bat and, following contributions of 29 from Black who

was run out, 36 from Cook who retired and 23 from Holland, they finally fell short of the Cyclones score by five runs. John hit a six from the last ball of the game. Newcastle finished on nine for 165 in 40 overs. Lenny Hardy with four for 17 in six overs and Bobby Newman’s two for 27 helped to swing the game for the Cyclones. The match was played in good spirit with quality cricket from both sides. The only unfortunate occurrence was accidental when visiting fielder Alan Squires broke a finger attempting to catch a shot from Billy Moffat. He was whisked away to Wyong Hospital for treatment. The Cyclones now take a break until later this month when they are involved in numerous fixtures around the State. Media release, 12 Dec 2013 Andy Martin, Central Coast Cyclones

Bridge club holds Christmas party Brisbane Water Bridge Club held its annual Christmas party on Monday, December 16, at the Peninsula Community Centre. Fifty-three pairs played during the morning which was followed by the presentation of the annual trophy awards. Cynthia Deane and Heather Cox and Colin Mitchell and Wendy That

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Mitchell were victorious in the Open Division and Alma van Der Walt and Draudi Odewahn and Hope Tomlinson and Barry Foster in the Restricted Section. Robina Sinclair and Trish Byrnes won the Novice Section. During the year the club also held find-raising events for the Peninsula Women’s Health Centre whose representatives at the luncheon were presented with a cheque for $3375.55. The Salvation Army also received a cheque for $100. On Thursday, December 19, the club held a special event for the Bushfire Appeal and raised $400. The winners of this event were Louis Koolen and Barbara Gtant and Sylvia Foster and Karen Ody. Media release, 29 Dec 2013 Jenny Buckley, Brisbane Water Bridge Club

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Surf club holds art show The opening night of the fifth annual Killcare Surf Life Saving Club Art Show was held on Friday, December 27, with the show to remain open until Sunday, January 12. Killcare Surf Life Saving Club aims to raise money for vital lifesaving and rescue equipment at its Art Show through the sale of paintings, prints, sculpture and photographs by over 25 renowned, award-winning and emerging artists from around Australia. Exhibiting artists include three painters who have just closed successful solo exhibitions in Sydney, Alex Snellgrove, Susan Schmidt and Karen Bloomfield and prolific award-winners Debbie MacKinnon, Margaret Fortey and Pam Sackville. For the first time, famed Aboriginal painters Eubena Nampitjin and Judy Watson Napangardi have work in the show. Printmaker exhibitors are Monique Aurichhio, Mieke Cohen and Kath Giovanelli. Sculptors include Sculpture by the Harbour winner Sam Valenz and Sculpture by the Sea entrant Mandy Francis. Merran Sierrakowski’s bird sculptures and Juliet Cohen and Brandon Webb’s metal construction works are also highlights of the show. Killcare Beach is patrolled by one of the founding, oldest and

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