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Draft coast study exhibited for comment The draft Open Coast and Broken Bay Beaches Coastal Zone Management Study will be on public exhibition for public comment until Sunday, February 15.

Council’s director of Governance and Planning Ms Danielle Dickson said the community had a vital role to play in making sure Gosford’s coastline is managed in the best way possible.

“Gosford’s beaches are vulnerable to a number of coastal hazards that could potentially

impact property development, public infrastructure and recreational activities all along our coastline,” Ms Dickson said.

“The first stage of our coastal management planning has looked very closely at the processes and hazards that impact the coastline between Patonga and Forresters Beach.

“These hazards include beach erosion, shoreline decline, sand drift, coastal inundation and climate change.

“This latest draft study now considers all feasible options to

address these coastal risks and identifies suitable responses that take into account the social, economic, recreational and ecological issues associated with land use along the coastline,” Ms Dickson said.

Council will be holding a series of community forums in early February for residents to find out more about Gosford City’s coastline and provide feedback on how it’s managed.

“There’s no doubt that Gosford City’s vast coastline and many beaches are an integral part of

our great lifestyle and also attract many visitors,” Ms Dickson added.

“This is why community involvement is crucial to how we manage these precious natural resources and adapt to become more resilient to the impacts of any hazards.

“Experts from Council and the NSW Office of Environment and Heritage as well as external consultants from Worley Parsons will be available at the community forums to discuss coastal matters with residents.

“These community sessions are

an important part of our review, and I’d encourage residents to get involved in the process over the coming months.”

The draft Open Coast and Broken Bay Beaches Coastal Zone Management Study is available online throughout the exhibition period at www.gosford.nsw.gov.au as well as via hardcopy at Council’s customer service centres.

Media release, 15 Jan 2015 Danielle Dickson, Gosford Council

Forums held to discuss coastal management Gosford Council will hold community forums at Umina and Pearl Beach next month to discuss coastal management.

Council’s director of Governance and Planning Ms Danielle Dickson said the forums would help guide the draft Open Coast and Broken Bay Beaches

Coastal Zone Management Study, which is on public exhibition until Sunday, February 15.

Each forum will focus on specific beaches.

The forum focusing on Pearl Beach will be held on Monday, February 2, from 6pm to 9pm at Pearl Beach Progress Hall.

The forum focusing on Patonga, Umina, Ocean, Killcare and Putty Beaches will be held the following day on Tuesday, February 3, at Umina Surf Life Saving Club, also from 6pm to 9pm.

“The forums are a great chance for residents to find out more about Gosford City’s

coastline and provide feedback on how their local beaches are managed,” Ms Dickson added.

“Experts from Council and the NSW Office of Environment and Heritage as well as external consultants from Worley Parsons will be available at the forums to discuss coastal matters.”

The draft Open Coast and

Broken Bay Beaches Coastal Zone Management Study is available online throughout the exhibition period at www. gosford.nsw.gov.au as well as via hardcopy at Council’s customer service centres.

Media release, 23 Jan 2015 Danielle Dickson, Gosford Council

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Memorial service to be held for Voyager sinking A service will be held on Saturday, February 14, at the CPO Jonathan Rogers Memorial at Rogers Park, Woy Woy, to commemorate the anniversary of the sinking of HMAS Voyager.

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The program will include a short march with the Naval Band and Australian Naval Cadets from TS Hawkesbury from the Everglades Country Club car park at 11:30am to the Memorial for the service at 12pm.

Students from Brisbane Water Secondary College, Umina Campus, will read out the names of those men who lost their lives on that tragic day.

Following the service, a lunch will be served at Everglades Country Club at 1pm for $40.

No tickets will be available for purchase on the day.

To purchase a ticket, contact Bruce Smith on 4382 6146.

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The proposed concept received overwhelming community support at the Gosford Challenge Mid Term Review and well known performing artists, celebrities and business people have also lent their support.

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currently completing due diligence reports in the leadup to sourcing funding for the project.

“The performing arts centre remains high on our agenda and we are working with Council towards making the concept a reality.

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areas on the surrounding environment including the implementation of black chain wire fencing to reduce pedestrian and dog access to the woodland and beach area at the south western portion of Pippi Point, educational sign posting informing patrons of the sensitive nature of the foreshore environment and signage reminding dog owners of their legal responsibility in the collection and proper

The changes come as a result of the proposed construction of the EnergyAustralia Substation at Empire Bay. “The focus has been on the substation and no one has had any idea that the power lines were going through the street,” said Ruth Ross, president of the Residents of Kincumber Association.

According to Allyn Hamonet, spokesperson for EnergyAustralia, the new substation would need to be serviced from existing substations from Woy Woy and Avoca resulting in the power lines being run down Melville St. Residents are concerned that the 66,000 volts, compared to the current 11,000 volts will pose a health risk to those living in close proximity to the power lines, however Mr Hamonet claims that there will be little difference in terms of the level of electromagnetic field and if anything, there may be less.

“Magnetic fields are produced by current which has to push the voltage along the line.

“The higher the voltage, the less current is required which then reduces the level of magnetic field,” said Mr Hamonet.

Concerned resident Joanne Hughes thinks that EnergyAustralia should consider alternate routes for the power lines or the possibility of putting them underground and ensuring residents are aware of the issue.

“They should be consulting more with residents, not everyone received the letters that we received, not everyone in this street is aware of it,” said Ms Hughes.

However Mr Hamonet claims that residents have been kept informed about

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is a partner for major building projects there may be increased liability for both Gosford Council and its residents and this risk must be identified,” he said.

Mr Gibbons said many areas that are forecast to be affected by sea level rise are flood prone and floor levels for new homes must be built to 2.45 metres above current average sea level.

“Further increases in

flood areas in the region and the proposed building restrictions may also impact on the multi-million dollar Gosford Harbour Landing Project.

“Another key consideration of the Sea Level Rise Study will be to obtain legal advice on liability related to the risk of inundation from sea level rise.

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these floor levels will impose additional costs on families building homes.

“The 9000 families in Gosford City affected by Gosford Council and State Government sea level rise policies, will experience more pressure on their livelihood and wellbeing if these proposed building restrictions are accepted

by Gosford Council and the NSW State Government,” he said.

Media Release, 27 Jul 2011 Len Gibbons, Coastal Residents Incorporated

Gosford continues to work on partnership osford Council has said it will continue to work in partnership with Wyong Council on a number of regional initiatives to help improve services for residents across the Central Coast.

Both Councils currently work collaboratively on a number of projects and Gosford mayor Cr Laure Maher said Gosford is looking forward to continuing to improve the efficiency of services into the future.

Cr Maher said both Councils will continue to look at ways that rate payer dollars can be most effectively used.

“We will carry on working

together with Wyong Council to provide services that will benefit the entire community and give residents value for their rates.

“Both Councils have worked tirelessly in the establishment of the Central Coast Water Corporation and with that project beginning to progress we can now focus our efforts on regionalising more services,” he said.

Cr Maher said Gosford and Wyong had successfully regionalised services in a number of areas.

“We currently work with Wyong in the areas of road safety, waste services and social planning among many others,” he said.

Gosford Councils acting general manager Mr Stephen Glen said streamlining services will allow the sharing

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by Super Clinic $7 million agreement has been signed

by Reliance GP Super Clinic Pty Ltd of Wyoming after the company was chosen to provide the Central Coast GP Super Clinic following a competitive tender process.

Acting Minister for Health and Ageing Mr Mark Butler welcomed the signing and said it was a welcome boost to health care on the southern end of the Central Coast.

“This GP Super Clinic will deliver better access to coordinated health services for locals,” minister Butler said.

“The Gillard Government wants to make it easier for all Australians to see and contact a doctor and GP Super Clinics around the country are making this happen.”

The Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill, who secured the funding commitment for the GP Super Clinic during the 2010 election campaign, warmly welcomed the announcement.

“This is an important step to providing greater access to medical care for the people of the Central Coast,” said Ms O’Neill.

“Reliance will establish a new GP Super Clinic, building on its record of working with local hospitals, local GPs and community organisations.”

“Reliance is also planning to develop an outreach clinic on the Bouddi Peninsula, which currently has no medical services at all, subject to the availability of appropriate commercially zoned land.

“South Central Coast GP Super Clinic will provide integrated, multidisciplinary, team-based, patientcentred healthcare under one roof.

“It will take pressure off

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“Planning mechanisms for developments in sea level rise affected areas will be identified while building controls will be considered for both existing and proposed developments,” said Mr Gibbons.

“The exhibition period for the Estuary Management Plan closed Friday July 29, 2011.

“Gosford Harbour is one of the most badly affected

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oastal Residents Incorporated president Mr Len Gibbons said Gosford Council has failed to provide proper comprehensive consultation for the new Sea Level Rise Study in Gosford Council’s Draft Estuary Management Plan.

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the status of the upgrade with newsletters and regular updates.

“It’s the most heavily populated area of the whole route,” said Ms Ross.

“There is a preschool, sporting oval and a retirement village, all very good reasons to consider the health risk of putting 66,000 volts overheard,” she said.

Mr Hamonet said that EnergyAustralia operates well within health regulation guidelines and the increased voltage should not affect residents any more than the power lines that are currently in place.

“Magnetic fields generated by power lines are no greater than those generated by a plasma TV or a home computer,” said Mr Hamonet.

According to EnergyAustralia,the power lines along Melville St, Kincumber were constructed in 1976 with an original view to connect to a substation in the Empire Bay area.

The power lines are currently operating at 11,000 volts however, they have the capacity to function at 66,000.

The power line structure will not be replaced in full to cater for the substation however according to Mr Hamonet, two, possibly three power poles will be replaced for general maintenance as well as the upgrade of overhead support structures.

Representatives of Melville St met with MP Chris Hartcher on Friday, November 12, to discuss their concerns and possible alternatives.

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Media Release 12 Nov 2010 Belidna Suann, Central Coast Leagues Club

has been closed to dog off and on leash activity due to the proximity to a children’s playground and Saratoga Oval Reserve, Willaroo Rd, Saratoga has been restricted to on leash activity only.

Council will review its recommendations for all six sites in 24 months.

Endorsed sites will be re-opened for dog off leash activity once signage has been installed and recommendations actioned.

disposal of dog faeces.

Council also states that regular monitoring of the area will be undertaken and should Council or local environment groups detect Bush Stone-curlew breeding in any of the reserves, the designated areas in which the breeding is taking place may, upon assessment, be temporarily closed to dogs and their owners.

A second area at Broadwater Reserve, Seabreeze Ave, Kincumber

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Conservatorium, a 1000 seat theatre, a 1000 seat convention hall, a jazz club and a television recording studio.

The design also allows for indoor and outdoor dining facilities which are important in enhancing the event experience for guests.

The building designs have been based on a needs analysis report prepared by the Friends of Performing Arts Precinct (FoPAP) and much consultation with community members and experts in the areas of theatre design, sound engineering and convention management.

Designs for the façade of the building have evolved from practical to impressive, in line with feedback that an iconic building identifying a performing arts and cultural precinct beside Gosford’s waterfront needs to be the uncompromising outcome.

Ms Suann said the Central Coast Leagues Club is committed to making the site immediately available for the project.

Central Coast Leagues Club is committed to supporting the performing arts, particularly through our entertainment program,” said Ms Suann.

The plans for the proposed performing arts centre incorporate a new home for the Central Coast

Changes to dog exercise areas in Davistown, Kincumber and Saratoga osford City Council has endorsed the re-opening of the dog off leash exercise area at Illoura Reserve, Mireen Ave Davistown.

The dog off leash exercise area was suspended at the Reserve in October last year in response to an urgency motion regarding the potential impact of dog off leash activity on the Bush Stone-curlew, a threatened species under the Threatened Species Conservation Act 1995.

Council claims to be implementing a number of measures to reduce the potential impact of re-opening dog off leash

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he proposed performing arts centre to be constructed on the existing Central Coast Leagues Club (CCLC) site is a priority, says Belinda Suann, Business Development Manager at Central Coast Leagues Club.

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other GP services across the southern end of the Coast.

“Patients at the new GP Super Clinic will be able to access care from GPs, nurses, and allied health professionals.

“Importantly, the new Super Clinic will help take pressure off our local hospital.

“The South Central Coast Clinic will have a strong emphasis on chronic disease and preventive health care and plans to bring together general practice, physiotherapy, dietetics, podiatry, psychology, speech pathology, audiology, hearing, exercise physiology, diabetes, pathology, pharmacy and radiology,” said Ms O’Neill.

Mr Butler said that the GP Super Clinic would play an important role in training the next generation of local health professionals.

“The South Central Coast GP Super Clinic will have a focus on training and education for medical, nursing and allied health students, and act as a major site for GP registrar training,” said Mr Butler.

“Training the new healthcare workforce here on the Central Coast will help build up the numbers of GPs and other health professionals in the workforce so we can meet the needs of Central Coast residents,” said Ms O’Neill.

Media Release, 27 Jul 2011 Matt Pulford, Office of Deborah O’Neill MP

of resources and expertise between both Councils.

“The regionalisation of services between Gosford and Wyong has allowed us to pool resources and share knowledge to help improve the efficiency of services right across the Central Coast region.

“Working together allows us to effectively provide key services to ensure the best outcomes for the community,” said Mr Glen.

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ome of Gosford City’s finest were recognised at the Australia Day Community Awards in a ceremony at Laycock St Community Theatre on Sunday, January 22.

In all, 52 citizens were nominated for a Community Award across the nine categories on offer.

This year, local school teacher from St Edwards College Mr Patrick Dell, was named Citizen of the Year for his continued advocacy for social justice and volunteer work for countless organisations.

Mr Dell is the social justice coordinator at St Edwards College, East Gosford, a position he said he takes on with great commitment, dedication and enthusiasm.

He tirelessly volunteers his time to countless charitable causes within the community.

In his position as social justice coordinator, he encourages young men to donate their time and teaches them the benefit of giving to others.

He has been the driving force behind the school’s Waterford Project in which students complete 20 hours of community service annually.

Patrick has provided

students of the college with the opportunity to give back to their community facilitating volunteering for Donnison St Outreach, Mary Macs Woy Woy, St Vincent De Paul, Red Cross, Legacy, Macquarie Fields Indigenous Program, Caritas K’s, the Heart Foundation and the Haven Education Centre just to name a few.

In recent times, Patrick has raised money for the Queensland Flood Appeal, Christian Brothers in the Philippines, the Donnica Clarke Foundation, St Joseph’s Walgett, St Edmunds Wahroonga and Coast Shelter.

Pat has volunteered thousands of hours of community work while also encouraging others to get involved, his attitude and enthusiasm for helping others is both infectious and inspiring.

His commitment to volunteering, fundraising, advocacy and action over the past 15 years has made a significant impact on past

and present St Edwards’ students and his great work is appreciated by many throughout the wider community.

In a ceremony celebrating those achieving great things in the community, audiences enjoyed entertainment from Youth in Performing Art (YIPA) students, with Gosford City Town Crier, Stephen Clarke as Master of Ceremonies.

Australia Day Committee chairman Cr Jim Macfadyen said that all of this year’s nominees made a significant contribution to Gosford City.

“The residents recognised at today’s ceremony should be proud of the work they do within our community, their enthusiasm and dedication to helping others is what makes our community great.

“I would like to congratulate all of our nominees and this year’s category winners for their outstanding efforts, these accolades are truly well deserved,” said Cr Macfadyen.

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olf Garda of Springfield has been awarded an Australia Day 2012 Emergency Services Medal (ESM).

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He joined the NSW State Emergency Service (SES) at Blacktown as a volunteer in 1987 and transferred to Gosford in 1990.

He became Deputy Controller (Administration) in 1992 and was appointed to his current role of SES Gosford Local Controller three years later.

Mr Garda has devoted much time to the SES and has participated in many significant SES operations and activities and in many community events including numerous talks and presentations to schools and other community organisations.

His key achievements include initiating major renovations to the Gosford Local Headquarters after the Rural Fire Service vacated the building in 1998-99.

He instigated and organised the conversion of the cramped and unsuitable premises into an effective SES Unit Headquarters with facilities for training, operations, stores and

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garaging for Unit vehicles.

Since his appointment as Local Controller, Mr Garda has taken the Unit from strength to strength, providing exemplary leadership, encouraging all members to participate fully, and ensuring that the Unit delivers a high quality of service to the local community.

He is also a highly skilled and sought-after trainer and assessor.

Mr Garda’s distinguished career as a volunteer over many years reflects great credit on him, the Gosford SES Unit and the SES in NSW. Email, 16 Jan 2012 Adrian Bey, Government House

Medal for guides trainer

The winner of the Arts Culture and Entertainment category was Patonga resident Jocelyn Maughan while the winner of the Business category was Ocean Beach Surf Life Saver Katie Dixon who is a dedicated cancer researcher.

The winner of the Community Event category was the 5 Lands Walk and the Environment award winner was Wires Central Coast volunteer William Fortier.

Ros Greener was recognised in the Senior category for her work at the Peninsula Women’s Health Centre, Rachelle King was the winner of the Sport category for her results in Surf Life Saving and the Youth category was won by Steve Robson.

The Volunteer organisation category was won by St Joseph’s Workshop and the individual volunteer category was won by Brianna Shaw for her work with the Brain Injury Unit at the Royal Rehabilitation Centre.

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arara resident Ms Susan Carr has received an Order of Australia Medal for her service to youth through Girl Guides Australia.

She has been a national training team member of the Girl Guides Association since 1998, a board bember of the Girl Guides Association of NSW and the ACT in 2001 and 2006-2009 and a training adviser since 2009.

She has been the chair of the NSW Training Committee since 2009 and a member from 1997-2003 and 20052011.

Ms Carr was a member of the NSW Membership Management Committee since 1997-2008 and since 2009.

She was also a state support group adviser in 1997-2002, member of the NSW Properties Management Committee from 1998-2001 and a member of the NSW State Council from 19972001.

Susan was also a planning committee member and local association adviser in the NSW Local AssociationSupport Group Conferences

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from 1982-1995, a region training adviser at Coastal Valleys since 2008, an administrator in the Western Sydney Region in 2007-2008, a region leader on the Central Coast from 2001-2006 and an acting district leader at Warners Bay, Ourimbah and Point Koonarong at various times.

She was the district leader for Gosford City from 19982001, district leader at Niagara Park from 1991-1996, support group president from 19821985 and local association adviser for the Central Coast, 1989-1995.

Susan was the support group member at Wyoming and Niagara Park from 1980-1991 and has been a teacher at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic School in the Entrance for 23 years and held various positions on the school’s P and F in Wyoming from 1979-1985.

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

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

“Of the 50 Local Government Areas in NSW that are affected by sea

level rise, only 16, including Gosford, have issued 149(5) certificates notifying property owners,” said Cr Macfadyen.

“Up to 9000 properties in Gosford Local Government Area could be affected by the s149(5) certificates.

“Council issued these certificates under advice and good intentions, but I now realise that there is no stability in the matter unless it is regulated across

all NSW councils who are affected.

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

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Coast population increases by 10% in 5 years

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

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Mr Glen, who was formerly performing the role of director of city services, took on the role of acting general manager following Mr Peter Wilson’s retirement last month.

Mr Peter Armour is now performing the role of acting director of city services.

At the meeting, mayor Cr Laure Maher said it would take around six months for the role of the general manager to be permanently filled with Mr Glen expected to fill the position until early next year.

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

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In the 2011 census, the number of males on the Coast was 150,702 and the number of females was 161,482 with a median age of 41.

In the 2006 census, however, the average number of males was 136, 143 and number of females was 146,583 with a median age of 40.

Looking at five suburbs in the Gosford LGA, comprising Gosford, East Gosford, Terrigal, Lisarow and Avoca, population increased in all bar Lisarow,

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which decreased from 5284 to 5038.

The median weekly household income increased across the board with Gosford up from $835 to $1013, East Gosford from $679 to $863, Terrigal from $1121 to $1323, Lisarow from $1335 to $1558 and Avoca from $1147 to $1458.

Median mortgage repayments also increased with Terrigal recording an increase of $434 from $1121 to $2167.

Median weekly rent was also on the rise with East

Gosford recording a $65 increase from $195 to $260.

The average number of families living in Gosford, east Gosford, Avoca and Terrigal increased with Gosford going from 636 to 783, East Gosford from 904 to 1021, Terrigal from 2660 to 2913 and Avoca from 1128 to 1177.

Lisarow’s average number of families decreased by 58 going to 1373.

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he NSW Rural Fire Service undertook a number of strategies on the Central Coast over the weekend of January 12 and 13 in preparation for expected heat wave conditions.

In preparation for the expected conditions a preemptive emergency, under section 44 of the Rural Fires Act, was declared for the Gosford Local Government area.

The emergency declaration provided the incident management team with the ability to coordinate interagency resources and have access to support agency resources and funding if it was required.

An Incident Management Team (IMT) was established at the Fire Control Centre at Kariong, representing the various coordination agencies.

IMT’s are generally set up once an incident develops to

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a significant or major level.

In this case, the weather conditions and fire activity across the State resulted in a pre-emptive IMT being established.

In addition, a Rural Fire Service strike team consisting of five heavy tankers and crew remained on standby at the Fire Control Centre for quick response.

Fire and Rescue NSW also had a Strike positioned on the Central Coast.

These were in addition to the normal availability of fire crews.

Support crews, including communications personnel, catering, bulk water and aviation specialists were also placed on standby and assisted behind the scenes

to bolster the fire fighting capabilities.

Fire spotting air craft was also deployed across the region in addition to the local trail bike squad doing their regular patrols.

“The preparation and readiness of the fire fighters and support personnel ensured there was an immediate response capability to incidents on the Central Coast,” said NSW Rural Fire Service community safety officer Mr Rolf Poole.

“Spot fires are likely to spread fires kilometres in front of the main fire front.

“Accordingly, it is vital that fires are detected and reported as quickly as possible so that crews can respond immediately,” said Mr Poole.

A similar approach was taken for the heat wave on Tuesday, January 8, with a pre-emptive emergency declared, however, the fire fighting resources were not required.

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he Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has, for the first time, released a detailed Census report for the Central Coast on homelessness.

“There is still a need for further refinement of these figures, however, it is of great assistance to Central Coast Charities to allow us to better forward plan,” said Coast Shelter executive officer Mr Laurie Maher.

“The very nature of homelessness means it will always be difficult to obtain exact figures.

“In this Census the ABS have made a genuine attempt to collect more accurate figures which is very helpful.

“They have quite properly included people staying temporarily with other house holders, couch surfers, and those living in severely crowded dwellings in the total of 1,462 homeless persons on the Central Coast.

“While we accept that there is still the possibility of underestimation, it is great to have some hard data to assist with forward planning,” Maher stated.

“With the help of our volunteers, other agencies and Government funding, Coast Shelter has been able to assist increasing numbers of our fellow citizens doing it tough,”

said Mr Maher.

Compared to last financial year, Coast Shelter has been able to provide accommodation to 553 homeless persons compared to 490 persons in the year before.

“We were able to provide other assistance to 1,983 persons to help them retain their accommodation, find other options or at least help them cope better with their homelessness.

“From our new Coast

Community Centre, Coast Shelter is able to provide numerous services including legal advice, no interest loans, meals, showers, assistance with gas and electricity bills, tenancy advice and even haircuts and podiatry checkups,” Maher stated.

“With the increased cost of living, higher rents and energy costs, more and more people are having trouble meeting every day expenses.

“In winter, many families are forced to choose between

heating or eating, and unfortunately at Christmas time, it is a choice between gifts or food.

“As a result of the wonderful generosity of the Central Coast community, Coast Shelter distributed special food hampers and gifts to make Christmas a little more enjoyable for families doing it tough,” said Maher.

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Unidentified creature still a mystery n unidentified creature that washed up on Wamberal beach on Tuesday, June 25, is currently being studied by Quarantine in an attempt to identify it.

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The giant rat-like creature was examined by local environmental activist Mr Jake Cassar and has been described as similar to a brush tailed possum.

Mr Cassar said he wasn’t sure it was a brush tailed possum, as it was “a little bit different”.

“It has a very elongated skull, very, very long ears, very sharp teeth, much like a rodent and very humanlike hands and a long tail.

‘It is a very powerful, large creature.

“I would love to think it’s something unusual or not

known, but I’m just really not sure.

“There are many different views out there, but whatever happens, I have had a heap of fun and this thing has captured the attention and imagination of thousands,” said Jake.

An answer from Quarantine was expected to be received on Monday, July 1, however, it was not available at the time Coast Community News went to press.

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new exotic weed has been discovered on Saratoga Island Nature Reserve in Brisbane Water near Davistown.

The invasive weed known as Sicilian Sea Lavender (Limonium hyblaeum) has been known to displace native species in both South Australia and Victoria, but this is the first time it has been found invading natural environments on the Central Coast.

National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) acting regional manager, Mr Alan Henderson said that the weed was invading the important saltmarsh vegetation communities on the island.

“The weed is displacing native plant species and it can lead to the loss of biodiversity and impact on these fragile and important communities.

“Sea lavender is used in cultivated gardens, but

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Volunteer crews assisted two vessels on Sunday, January 4, which started with a phone call at around 1:45pm from the skipper of a 6.5 metre runabout off Lobster Beach.

He indicated that there were five people aboard his boat and he suspected he had contaminated fuel.

Skipper Peter Alderton and his crew on Central Coast 21 were assigned the task.

The vessel was quickly located and towed to safety at Empire Bay. While this vessel was still under tow, a radio call was received at 2:45pm from a four metre vessel at

Ettalong.

The owner reported two people on board and indicated the boat had a mechanical failure.

Skipper Norm Smith and his crew on Central Coast 22 were assigned to assist.

The runabout was towed off the beach and back to the Blackwall ramp.

The radio operator at the Point Clare base received the first call for help on Saturday, January 3, around 9:20am from a five metre runabout in Hardys Bay. The three men on board reported mechanical problems.

Skipper Norm Smith, aboard Central Coast 21, was tasked to assist and the vessel was towed to the Lintern St ramp.

While this incident was still underway, just after 9:30am,

Skipper Ken Sharp on patrol aboard Central Coast 22 was flagged down on The Broadwater by a five metre runabout.

The two people on-board said their boat’s engine had failed and asked for a tow to Gosford boat ramp.

Around 1pm, the radio room received another call for help from a Sea Doo PWC at Lobster Beach.

The owner reported that the engine would not start and the two people on-board needed help to get back to Lions Park at Woy Woy. Central Coast 22 was sent to assist.

At 1:30pm Skipper Peter Ashworth and his crew on Central Coast 21 were sent out to search for a green hulled vessel reported to have a mechanical failure.

The owner thought he was near Blackwall Channel.

As Central Coast 21 traversed Paddys Channel its crew was flagged down by a 5.5 metre Caribbean runabout.

The boat’s owner reported engine failure and asked for a tow to the Blackwall Ramp.

The request was OK’d by the watch officer, Robert Smith, and the search task for a green hulled vessel was transferred to Central Coast 22.

The green vessel was found to be a six metre Haines Hunter with two people on-board.

It was located at 2:20pm off Pelican Island and was towed to Gosford Ramp.

Meanwhile, at 2:15pm, Central Coast 21 was assigned to assist a 4.5 metre runabout with two people

on board, stranded on a sand bar near Pretty Beach.

Skipper Peter Ashworth manoeuvred the rescue boat as closely as possible in the tricky conditions and skill throwing a heaving line enabled a tow-rope to be passed.

The runabout was then dragged to deeper water and jump-started.

It was escorted back to the Koolewong Ramp.

All those assisted thanked the Marine Rescue volunteer boat crews and radio room operators for giving up their time to provide the help needed on the water especially during this time of year.

Media releases, 4 and 5 Jan 2015 Ron Cole, Marine Rescue Central Coast

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“We will engage bush regeneration contractors to undertake work to remove the weed,” Mr Henderson said.

This will involve hand removal of the weed species and include measures to prevent the weed spreading or recolonising.

The dumping of garden refuse into natural areas is one way that weeds can disperse, particularly close to waterways.

The community is reminded to ensure they use appropriate methods for the disposal of garden refuse including green bins supplied by council.

Media release, 21 Jun 2013 Susan Davis, National Parks and Wildlife Service

Council has adopted Gosford Development Control Plan 2013 to include the Gosford Waterfront Development Control Plan, with further reports to come back to council on Water Cycle Management, outcomes of the BrownSmart Consulting Car Parking Study and the Coastal Open Space System bonus provisions.

A report will be brought back to council to review the new Development Control Plan controls in mid-2014 after they have been in place for six months.

This report is to include a review of applications that have been lodged to ensure the Development Control Plan is achieving the intent of council and the new Local Environment Plan.

The Development Control Plan was amended in order to ensure consistency with amendments to the SI Local Environment Plan (Template) made by Department of Planning and Infrastructure in February 2011; amendments to the Draft Local Environment Plan 2013 proposed to be made by Department of

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Marine Rescue Central Coast was kept busy on January 3 and 4 with a handful of rescues in the Peninsula area.

its escape into natural bushland is devastating to environment and it has now become an invasive weed causing problems on the island,” Mr Henderson said.

Coastal saltmarsh is listed under the Threatened Species Conservation Act as an endangered ecological community and provides important habitat for marine and terrestrial animals such as crabs, molluscs, insects and spiders.

Fish species also use the area during tidal flooding and many migratory wading birds use the areas for roosting and feeding.

“Our priority is to rid the island of this weed to help the saltmarsh areas recover and ensure this important habitat is maintained for native species of the Central

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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.

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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

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

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.

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The 5 Lands Walk, a scenic 10km walk from MacMasters Beach to Terrigal, saw a passing parade of whales and a busy art and entertainment programme.

Participants came from across the Coast, the State and as far as Canada to be part of this special community event.

Many stayed overnight to enjoy Sunday’s Taste of Avoca Festival and the Copacabana Festival.

High on the list of positive participant comments included the ease of participation, the diverse programme of

entertainment and cultural performances, the quality of the art exhibition and beach installations, the educational nature of the workshops and discussions, the ‘Welcome to Country’ and Smoking Ceremonies, the carrying of the Message Stick, the sightings of whales, and the ready availability of assistance from the enthusiastic volunteers.

“Stunning Winter Solstice weather, migrating whales, greater out of area participation and fabulous community involvement and support all combined to ensure 5 LandsWalk 2014 was the greatest yet,” said

5 Lands Walk Committee president Con Ryan.

“Participation numbers were in excess of 17,000, far beyond last year’s tally of 13,000 and included a stunning 80% increase in out of area registrants.

“Importantly the numbers of volunteers to assist with the diverse and complex logistics of the event were also up, making for a great day for all concerned.

“My thanks go to the ethnic and local communities, arts and school groups, all of whom gave freely of their time to help make this such a wonderful community event.

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“So too, to the local, State and Federal Governments, sponsors, media colleagues and organising committee members, whose support for the event has been amazing and whose ongoing commitment to this amazing event makes it possible.”

Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks spoke in Parliament on Monday, June 23, and praised the event.

“The 5 Lands is about a celebration of all it means to be Australian, and along each of the 5 Lands, people were treated to a wonderful cultural mix of Indigenous dance, and Greek, Chinese, African, Irish and Latino festivities,” said Ms Wicks.

“There’s a real sense of connection cultivated by this annual walk, which is all

about connecting people to people and people to place.

“I’ve done the Walk several times, and I’ve got many fond memories, memories that will last a lifetime.

“This year, the Opening Ceremony at MacMasters Beach Surf Life Saving Club was again disrupted as we turned mid-speeches to watch a whale breach the surface of the water.

“It was a breathtaking sight.

“The 5 Lands Walk is rightly becoming one of the biggest tourism events of the year on the Central Coast.

“One of reasons the 5 Lands Walk is so successful is because it is run by a dedicated and passionate

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Coal and CSG mining forum packed out F our hundred Central Coast residents packed out the Central Coast Grammar School hall on Thursday, November 27, to discuss the risks posed by coal seam gas and coal mining to drinking water, local industries, nature and human health.

The forum was organised

by Our Central Coast, the Nature Conservation Council of NSW, Community Environment Network and the Our Land, Our Water, Our Future alliance.

Australian actor Michael Caton, Father Rod Bower and local mum Alexia Martinez were among the speakers.

Danielle Coleman from Our Central Coast, a non-partisan alliance of individuals and community groups, said the Central Coast was at the frontline of coal seam gas (CSG) and coal mining issues.

“The Coalition Government has broken its election commitment to rule out the controversial

Wallarah 2 coal mine near Wyong,” said Ms Coleman.

“Much of the Mountains District and drinking water catchment for the Central Coast is overlaid by a coal seam gas exploration license.

“It’s time the community’s concerns were heard and their drinking water and livelihoods were protected.

“Many people would be shocked to know there is a coal seam gas exploration license over the Central Coast’s water catchment.

“The forum was an important milestone for our community which is now armed with the reality of the community impacts of coal and coal seam gas.

“The response was

Community members showing their support in protecting the Central Coast from CSG

incredible.

“Every hand was in the air when we asked who wanted to protect our Central Coast water and environment from

coal and coal seam gas.

“The current system is clearly broken if it can’t protect the essentials of life, like clean water.

“The Central Coast has been let-down by our political leaders and it’s time for the community to find out the truth and demand

our Central Coast remain coal and gas free,” said Ms Coleman.

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ember for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein has confirmed that there is no approval for any company to produce coal seam gas (CSG) anywhere on the Central Coast.

“We have been actively listening to the community and their concerns and as a result, the NSW Liberals and Nationals Government has implemented the most comprehensive regulatory framework around CSG in the entire country, through the NSW Gas Plan,” he said.

Mr Holstein said we are now in a different era from the

one prior to 2011, when the former Labor Government handed out petroleum exploration licences with no consideration for our water, agricultural land, the environment or communities.

Any applications for a license renewal will now be subject to the stringent NSW Government minimum standards.

“The NSW Government makes no apologies for this and will continue to apply the letter of the law to each application on an individual basis,” Mr Holstein said.

“This government has already introduced 30 regulatory controls for CSG and we’ve added 30 more as part of our Gas Plan, making it the most comprehensive in

Australia to protect our vital land and water resources,” said Mr Holstein.

The Gas Plan outlines the government’s new Strategic Release Framework that will ensure new exploration licenses are only issued after an assessment of economic, environmental and social factors.

Community consultation is a key element of the approvals process and will be conducted up-front.

If a proposed area doesn’t

meet the criteria it won’t be released.

Mr Holstein said the new NSW Gas Plan adopts all of the recommendations of the Chief Scientist and Engineer, Professor Mary O’Kane in her Final Report of the Independent Review of Coal Seam Gas Activities in NSW. “The Gas Plan is the line in the sand for the CSG industry and it will only be companies that have the industry expertise and sufficient resources that

will even be considered as candidates for a license,” Mr Holstein said.

“There are no CSG approvals on the Central Coast and I will continue to advocate for the Gas Plan and its regulatory frameworks that will apply to any prospective operators in the region and NSW.” Media release, 1 Dec 2014 Chris Holstein, Member for Gosford

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Emergency services field flooding calls Emergency services received a number of calls from Peninsula residents on Monday, January 19, due to severe storms and flooding which left a number of local roads under water and closed to traffic.

Roughly 68 calls were made from the Central Coast, including the Peninsula area.

SES acting deputy region controller of the Sydney Northern Region Mr Michael Davidson said the majority of calls were about flooding, leaking roofs and fallen trees.

Mr Davidson said that the calls began around 4am on Monday and peaked around 10am but continued throughout the day.

A Severe Weather Warning for heavy rainfall on the Central Coast was issued at 5:51am on Monday, January 19.

Woy Woy received 133mm of rain in the nine hours to 10am with the most intense period of rainfall between 5am and 6am with 37.5mm recorded.

The long-term average for

January rainfall is 135mm in Gosford.

Last year, January was particularly dry on the Central Coast with Gosford receiving only 22mm of rain.

Areas on the Peninsula that were particularly affected were Lovell Rd, Connex Rd, Veron Rd, Glenn St and Shepard St, Umina, and Mackenzie Ave, Watkin Ave, Onslow Ave, Ocean Beach Rd between Gallipoli Ave and Bourke Rd, MacMasters Rd and Blackwall Rd, Woy Woy. Mr Davidson said it was important to clear gutters, maintain roof tiles and skylights to reduce the risk of houses flooding in severe weather conditions.

Residents in any affected area should never enter floodwater.

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Les Freeman turns 100 Pearl Beach resident Mr Les Freeman celebrated his 100th birthday at Pearl Beach Memorial Hall on Saturday, January 24, surrounded by family and friends.

Les was born in 1915 in Coventry in the United Kingdom and spent much of his childhood roaming, camping and exploring the countryside with his brother Frank.

In the early 1930s, Frank purchased an old motorbike.

The boys stripped it down and so began Les’s love affair with engines.

Having discovered the pleasures of an engine to do all of the work, the boys realised that a small car would give better weather protection for their outings.

They continued to upgrade their cars and joined Riley Cars Limited.

Les then joined SS Cars, later to become Jaguar Cars, as a design draftsman.

During the Second World War, Les began working at the Armstrong Whitworth Aero factory.

In 1941, he joined Lucas Company and began working on the new jet engine with designs for other parts of the engine fuel system.

Secrecy surrounded the work and Les continued modifying designs and facing the many challenges being presented.

At the end of the war, travelling extensively, Les continued to work

on the development of new engines and components.

In 1949, he visited Australia for Lucas and quickly fell in love with the country and the environment.

Marrying a New Zealander, they settled in Sydney as Les continued with his illustrious career.

More recent engineering projects that Les has worked on included the lifting system to raise the main bobbin on the Sydney Centre Point Tower construction, the Favco Crane in Hoxton Park, the World Trade Centre in New York and the equipment to help move the radio telescope dishes at Parkes.

Les and his wife Erina moved to Pearl Beach in 1996 to retire and enjoy the environment, swim in the ocean and listen to the birds.

Both Les and Erina are involved in community activities and said they enjoy their large family and friends who come to visit.

Two years ago Les was honored with a recognition award

by Rolls–Royce Aero Engine Controls to acknowledge his design contribution to the development of the jet engine between 1942 and 1948.

Presented by UK managing director Mr Chris Weir the award, immersed in a resin mould, contained a smaller version of the jet engine part that Les designed.

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The Group’s executive committee has sent a letter to the Minister for Roads and Freight regarding anti-social behaviour of a small number of boat users in the Woy Woy Inlet.

According to the committee, there have been multiple occurrences of very loud music coming from boats, along with swearing and use of bad language, often between boats.

The committee said these boats have been so loud that they could be heard throughout Woy Woy Bay, not only on the waterfront.

These events also often occurred early in the morning and have been disruptive to the community.

In addition, some water and jet skiers have been travelling at high speed close to the shore line.

The letter to the Minister for Roads and Freight requested more inspection patrols and consideration given to the introduction of limits in the inlet.

The Minister replied stating that boating safety officers patrolled on a regular basis and would not consider introducing a speed limit as the area was well suited to water skiing.

They will, however, review the need for a designated low wash zone.

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Wicks encourages local Heritage List nominations Federal Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks is encouraging nominations of local towns and bush areas to be included on the National Heritage List.

Ms Wicks said National Heritage places are of outstanding heritage value to the nation and reveal the richness and diversity of Australia’s extraordinarily natural environment, and the Peninsula is no exception.

“National Heritage places capture the diversity of stories that have helped to shape our great nation and inform our sense of self,” Ms Wicks said.

“I believe Brisbane Water National Park deserves consideration for a place on the list, along with coastal towns such as Umina Beach, that underlined its historical importance by recently celebrating its Centenary.

“I also believe that the spectacular Bouddi National Park has the potential to be recognised, along with nearby MacMasters Beach and Killcare that are such fantastic locations.

“The Australian Heritage Council is looking for outstanding examples of places with national significance.”

In 2014 the National Heritage List surpassed the major milestone of more than 100 places.

In particular, the Government is calling for nominations of historic benevolent institutions.

Nominations for the National Heritage List close on February 6.

For nomination information go to http://www.environment.gov. au/heritage/places/nominatingheritage-place.

Media release, 13 Jan 2015 Tim Sowden, Office of Lucy Wicks MP

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Umina Beach, one of the locations Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks thinks deserves consideration for a National Heritage place

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Greek taverna afternoon at Wagstaffe The Hellenic Community of the Central Coast will hold a Greek Taverna Afternoon at Wagstaffe Hall on Sunday, February 15, from 4pm to 8:30pm.

There will be special guests and celebrated Greek band Out of the Blue.

Guests are encouraged to bring their own plates and drinks to share with a Greek theme, as well their dancing shoes for an

evening of music, food, wine, friendship, laughter and dancing.

The aim of the afternoon is to celebrate being together and to recognise the great contribution the Greek community has made and continues to make to Australia.

Entry is by donation to cover expenses.

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Guides want girls to ‘come and try’ The Blackwall Girl Guides will hold a Come and Try Day on Saturday, February 7, at the Blackwall Guide Hall in Ettalong from 10am to 1pm.

The Junior Guide Unit has been in recess for the past few months and is holding the Come and Try Day to encourage local girls to see what Guides is all about and to join if they are interested.

Guides is aimed at girls aged six to 14 years and promotes friendship, adventure, games, camping, outdoor activities, life skills and cooking.

Their mission is to enable girls and young women to grow into confident, self-respecting, responsible community members.

The Junior Guide Unit will reopen on Monday, February 9.

For more information, phone Cynthia on 0438 283 247.

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‘Water over road’ meant road under water The sign said “Water over road”, but what they really meant was “Road under water”.

A quick trip to Woy Woy on Monday, January 19, left me wondering if I should even be driving on the road in this weather.

We don’t think about these things until it is too late most of the time.

Heavy downpours most of the night and into the morning left the roads swollen with water and nowhere for it to go.

Running late as usual, I hopped into my car and turned the corner, only to be nearly taken out by a young driver in a red car sliding sideways trying to take the corner

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There were two huge puddles over the roads and I was driving with care when I turned into Lovell St. I was following a larger vehicle and couldn’t really see much of the road ahead.

I spotted the sign “Water over road” as we passed and noticed a tow truck parked on the side of the road.

The water got deeper and deeper and all of a sudden, the vehicle in front of me stopped.

That’s when I realised that not only was the water over the road, but the road was totally under water.

I pulled over onto the small area of footpath just as my car started to cough, only to see three other vehicles in the middle of the street stopped.

So that’s why the tow truck was there.

The residents pointed to the road and told me: “It’s deeper over there.”

Mmmmmm!

Turning around and going back was not an option as I would surely get stuck and had to pass the three or four cars that followed me.

There was a small area of footpath to almost the end of the street, so I opted to chance driving half water and half footpath to the end.

Phew!

I just made it turning the corner only to find Lone Pine Ave under water too.

Slowly driving up to Hillview St when I thought I was out of trouble, I put my foot on the brakes only to find my car didn’t want to stop, so I had to turn around and come back to slowly take the corner at slow speed.

I made my appointment, but I think in future when I see a sign “Water over road” it will have a whole new meaning.

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Once again Peninsula News reports that Mr Matthew Wales from the Peninsula Chamber of Commerce wants Gosford Council to spend ratepayers’ money to buy a sand dredger at Ettalong.

Gosford Council would be better to spend money on bus shelters, repairing roads and upgrading computer systems at the libraries.

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The Chamber of Commerce could apply its own resources to improve the appearance of their own commercial interests.

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Sponsorship intrigue The other day I was looking at the merchandise for sale in the showcase at Easts Woy Woy Leagues Club.

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I was more than surprised therefore, when I won a meat tray last Friday evening (January 16) and it included a chicken from Red Lea Chickens.

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Attendees are requested to bring their own knitting needles or sew the patches together.

Donations of $5 and wool and/ or squares would be appreciated.

Also on Wednesday, February 4, and Wednesday, March 4, will be the Woy Woy Circle of Women group from 10am to 12pm.

Women of all ages and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to meet, get to know other women in the area and have discussions about issues affecting.

A different topic will be discussed at each meeting.

Children are welcome if supervised.

The Centre will also run a book club from 10am to 12pm on Wednesday, February 11, and Wednesday, March 11.

Women are able to meet in a friendly environment and talk about books they have read and enjoyed.

There is a small library of books available to be borrowed.

Those interested in attending are encouraged to bring a $5 donation.

Private Qigong classes for relaxation will be held with Ms Fiona McKillop weekly from Thursday, February 12, to Thursday, April 2, from 1pm to 2.10pm.

A six-week Empowerment and Personal Freedom course will also run weekly from Tuesday, February 17, through to Tuesday, March 31, however, there will be no group meeting on Tuesday, March 3.

The course aims to help women learn valuable techniques to become more empowered in their lives and experience a greater sense of wellbeing, emotional freedom and positive outlook.

Women will learn practical ways to maintain optimal physical wellbeing, a clear energy field and peaceful mind through fun and interactive practices.

The course will run from 10am to 11:10am and costs $60.

A six-week chair yoga class will run weekly from Wednesday, February 25, to Wednesday, April 1, from 1pm to 2:15pm.

This is a gentle class designed for women with mobility issues and is suitable for women with disabilities.

The Centre will run a six

week self-esteem course from Thursday, February 26, to Thursday, April 2, from 10am to 12pm.

The course will introduce practical ways to maintain optimal physical, mental and emotional wellbeing, as well as provide an understanding of our energetic nature.

Through learning to take greater responsibility for themselves and opening to the power of love and forgiveness, women will discover personal freedom, build self-esteem, selfcare and self-love in a number of ways including learning how to say no while being supportive and caring to others.

A $5 donation per session is appreciated.

Childcare is available for $3 per session when pre-booked.

A Woy Woy Walking Group will take place weekly for those of moderate fitness from Friday, March 6, from 9am to 1pm.

Attendees are to bring water, a hat, and sunscreen and wear good walking shoes.

Participation costs $3 plus an extra $2 if you wish to be part of the car pool.

Newsletter, 21 Jan 2015 Kate Bradfield, Penisnula Women’s Health Centre

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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 will run in Woy Woy from Tuesday, February 10.

“Encore supports the well-being of women after the trauma of breast

cancer surgery and/or treatment in a nurturing and supportive environment,” said YWCA NSW Encore manager Ms Kate Guthrey.

“Whilst we have a strong focus on exercise, our sessions also include information sharing through guest speakers and links into local community services and resources.”

The Encore program helps

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 have had similar experiences.

The program runs for eight weeks, can be tailored to all fitness levels, abilities and incorporates land and hydrotherapy exercises.

The Breast Cancer Network of Australia recommends regular exercise to help improve physical and emotional wellbeing, including mood, sleep and bone mineral density, and to help manage some of the physical side effects of breast cancer treatment, such as fatigue and pain.

Places are still available and

participation is free.

Register by calling 9285 6264 (Sydney) or 1800 305 150 or emailing encore@ywcansw.com. au.

As medical clearance is required, it’s important to register as soon as possible in order to secure a place.

Media release, 21 Jan 2015 Kate Hurley, YWCA NSW Encore

Group helps to empower women The Peninsula Women’s Health Centre will host an Empowerment and Personal Freedom group that will be run weekly from Tuesday, February 17, to Tuesday, March 31, from 10am to 11:10am.

Peninsula Women’s Health Centre co-ordinator Ms Kate Bradfield said: “This six week course assists women in learning the valuable techniques they need in order to become more empowered in their lives and to experience a greater sense of wellbeing, emotional freedom and a positive outlook.”

“Through fun and interactive practices, women will learn practical ways to maintain optimal physical wellbeing, a clear energy field and a peaceful mind.

“Through taking responsibility for ourselves, we have the opportunity to change from within, open to the power of love and forgiveness, and feel truly empowered and free in our lives,” Ms Bradfield said.

There will be no group on Tuesday, March 3.

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Medal for service to surf life saving movement Ms Denise Lees of Woy Woy has received a 2015 Order of Australia Medal (OAM) for her service to the surf lifesaving movement.

Ms Lees has been a part of the Surf Life Saving NSW Association for over 35 years.

Where others are more visible on the front line patrolling our beaches, Ms Lees has always worked energetically, industriously and tirelessly behind the scenes.

In the early years of her commitment, Ms Lees was an official for her club Ocean Beach, the Central Coast Branch and Surf Life Saving NSW, where she officiated at local and state carnivals as a beach official.

In the mid-80s she became more involved in the juvenile

section of the Association due to her loyalty and commitment to her two younger sons as they moved through the organisation.

“My husband and children are also involved in surf lifesaving, so I guess my passion was influenced by a way of keeping our family together,” said Ms Lees.

In those years, Ms Lees was involved with the junior activities, where she undertook a number of roles that were unfamiliar to her, from coaching beach competitors two days a week, to selling raffle tickets at the local pub for three years.

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She has also been devoted, enthusiastic and dedicated to hard work behind the scenes, working with a number of state presidents to ensure the equitable and smooth transition of the integration of the Board of Junior Activities into Surf Life Saving NSW. In her time as a volunteer Ms Lees was also, at different stages, a member of the Board of Examiners, radio operator for Patrols and competition director for Ocean Beach Surf Life Saving, Surf Life Saving NSW secretary for seven years, and has been the Surf Sports administration officer for Surf Life Saving NSW since 2006.

Ms Lees has also taken on other roles and tasks outside of the limelight, including spending nine years on the Surf Life Saving NSW Constitution Committee, six years calculating the Public Liability and Capitation fee charged to clubs by Surf Life Saving NSW, a task which takes up to 50 hours per year, three years as Surf Life Saving NSW grievance officer, five years setting up the Surf Life Saving NSW Awards of Excellence, and presenting as a guest speaker at a number of Level Two Officials Courses.

Ms Lees also took annual leave to attend the Surf Life Saving NSW State Championships to work as a volunteer in the Administration Area.

Throughout her time with Surf Life Saving NSW, Ms Lees

Denise Lees OAM

was awarded a clock in 2001 in appreciation of her dedication to the success of Junior Surf Life Saving in NSW, a plaque in 2003 for Long and Outstanding Service to Junior Activities, and in 2012, she was rewarded with Life Membership of Surf Life Saving NSW. Now to add to her list of awards is the prestigious Order of Australia.

“I am very humbled and honoured about winning this award,” said Ms Lees.

“I guess I am that ordinary woman who never started out to get so heavily involved, but it just happened.

“What I love most about what I do is the friends that I have made over the years.

“The award is something that I can share with my family, but most of all with the people that have shared the great experience

with me, and the ones who have helped me along the way.”

Ms Lees is currently an employee of Surf Life Saving NSW and has been for the past five years.

Since being employed, Ms Lees continues to officiate at local carnivals.

In July last year, she was diagnosed with breast cancer and is currently in the middle of her chemotherapy.

“My plan from now is to have a long and healthy life, and to keep doing what I can in surf lifesaving,” Ms Lees said.

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Medal for hospital art program St Huberts Island resident Ms Patricia de Carle has received an Order of Australia Medal for her service to the community through art programs in hospitals.

Ms de Carle founded Hospital Art Australia in 2000 and was the president from 2000-2011 and has remained the coordinator for the life of the program.

Hospital Art Australia provides free support and art materials, including paints and colour coded canvasses, to 150 hospitals and nursing homes.

Ms de Carle said over the past 15 years Hospital Art has evolved and grown to now provide art as therapy to over 200 facilities with approximately 25,000 paintings completed.

Ms de Carle said she was “honoured and very humbled” to be a recipient of an Order of Australia Medal.

“There have been many people over the years who have all helped in making this such a success,” she said.

“I was at first very shocked to be notified of this award as, with all other volunteers, we do this work for our community not for recognition.

“I’m proud that Hospital Art Australia has been recognised through me for the difference to the life of residents in hospitals, hostels, nursing homes and other health or community facilities.

“It has also been lovely to share this award and celebration with my friends and family who have all been supportive and involved with Hospital Art through the years.

“Watching the people who get to experience Hospital Art as therapy gives me a real buzz.

“The patients and aged care residents sit up to a table with an easel, pre drawn canvas, brushes and good paints and

create a painting that can be hung on the walls where they live, this is something I will always love to watch and appreciate the pleasure it provides.

“I also love the sense of purpose and community that Hospital Art gives to our many volunteers who come from all walks of life to enhance the lives of others.

“How could anyone not love being involved and driving such a worthwhile organisation?”

Ms de Carle said she was inspired to start Hospital Art after seeing a video of a similar program in the USA. “My initial project was a huge Paintfest at Gosford Hospital and we were fortunate to have 40 artists from America come and support us,” said Ms De Carle.

“There was no way I could let this be the end having seen the joy on patients’ faces as they forgot their illnesses to paint and enjoy the colour and creativity.

“So I formed Hospital Art with no money, no artistic skills and no volunteers, but a passion to make it available to anyone who needs a colourful outlet to their days in hospital or a nursing home,” she said.

Ms de Carle and her husband Bob retired to the Central Coast in 1986 and have lived at St

Huberts Island since 1992.

“Prior to that I had been working in international finance with a large Japanese company in Sydney.

“We travelled a great deal in the beginning and made some very good friends here on the Central Coast.

“Once I started Hospital Art there was not much time for anything else as we ran it from our house on the Island for the first 10 years and it became a full time job.

“I don’t think this award is meant for me but for all the volunteers that have helped during the 15 years, and there are many, both here in NSW and in our Queensland branch,” said Ms de Carle.

Ms de Carle was also the Patron of the Central Coast

Handweavers, Spinners and Textile Arts Guild from 19962012, president from 1997-1999, secretary in 1989 and has been a member since 1986.

She was the exchange director of the Central Coast Branch of the Friendship Force Club in the early 1990s and the organiser of Paintfest at Gosford Hospital in 1999.

Ms de Carle said in the future she hoped to continue her relationship with Hospital Art and its volunteers, encouraging current volunteers and inspiring younger volunteers to take part and enjoy their local community through volunteering.

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Out and About

Drawing workshop at Ettalong Ettalong Beach Arts and Craft Centre will hold a Perspectives in Drawing workshop on Saturday, February 14, from 9am to 12pm.

Tutor Sherry McCourt will share

her skills in this workshop which is suitable for both beginners and advanced students seeking a review and a challenge.

The cost of the workshop is $15 for annual membership and $30 for three hours tuition.

Materials needed include an A3 sketchpad, pencils, eraser, ruler and coffee cup.

Email, 22 Jan 2015 Sue Sullivan, Ettalong Beach Arts and Crafts Centre

Book looks at new Australian constitution George Mann

Folk musician has final concert in Woy Woy Mann, a former union organiser and activist based in New York, sings songs from the last century of labour and social activism as well as songs of hope, healing, struggle and triumph, and has worked with veteran organisations for many years.

He toured Australia after releasing his new CD, Portraits, and will be singing new songs as well as those that celebrate Utah Phillips, Joe Hill, and the folk musicians of the United States.

His concerts are described as part sing-along, part history lesson.

Concert tickets are $15 each.

Bookings can be made by calling 4342 6716 or emailing mail. bookings@troubadour.org.au.

International singer George Mann will perform the final Australian concert in his tour on Sunday, February 1, from 4pm to 7pm on the Woy Woy waterfront along with Australian singer and songwriter John Broomhall and local artists.

Email, 19 Jan 2015 Michael Fine, Troubadour Folk Club

Pearl Beach local Klaas Woldring, along with three other authors, released the book, Beyond Federation, on Tuesday, December 2.

Beyond Federation examines Australia’s structural and governance problems together with options to create a new democratic constitution and political system.

Mr Woldring, the managing editor, said: “The prime objective here is to stimulate public debate on alternatives.”

“Most of the authors in this book came together in 2001 to form a group named Beyond Federation.

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Gosford Central Community News

November 15, 2010

Contentious Avoca Beach Theatre application deferred again ollowing over 1,500 public objections and around 800 supporting submissions, Gosford Council has deferred its decision on a contentious application to redevelop the Avoca Beach Theatre.

The proposal is seeking to add four cinemas to the site as well as a cafe and gallery, five residential units and basement car parking.

Gosford City’s mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna said the council was still very keen to try and make the redevelopment workable.

“Council staff did recommend that this development application should be refused for a number of reasons,” mayor Cr McKinna said.

“But, we strongly believe there is still an opportunity for council staff and the developer to try and see whether the redevelopment of this important, iconic community facility could be delivered in a more suitable and acceptable way.

“At this stage, there are still concerns about the proposal’s excessive size and height, as well as whether it is in the community’s best interests.

he proposed performing arts centre to be constructed on the existing Central Coast Leagues Club (CCLC) site is a priority, says Belinda Suann, Business Development Manager at Central Coast Leagues Club.

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The proposed concept received overwhelming community support at the Gosford Challenge Mid Term Review and well known performing artists, celebrities and business people have also lent their support.

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currently completing due diligence reports in the leadup to sourcing funding for the project.

“The performing arts centre remains high on our agenda and we are working with Council towards making the concept a reality.

“In the meantime, the

Central Coast Leagues Club is committed to supporting the performing arts, particularly through our entertainment program,” said Ms Suann.

The plans for the proposed performing arts centre incorporate a new home for the Central Coast

areas on the surrounding environment including the implementation of black chain wire fencing to reduce pedestrian and dog access to the woodland and beach area at the south western portion of Pippi Point, educational sign posting informing patrons of the sensitive nature of the foreshore environment and signage reminding dog owners of their legal responsibility in the collection and proper

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the status of the upgrade with newsletters and regular updates.

“It’s the most heavily populated area of the whole route,” said Ms Ross.

“There is a preschool, sporting oval and a retirement village, all very good reasons to consider the health risk of putting 66,000 volts overheard,” she said.

Mr Hamonet said that EnergyAustralia operates well within health regulation guidelines and the increased voltage should not affect residents any more than the power lines that are currently in place.

“Magnetic fields generated by power lines are no greater than those generated by a plasma TV or a home computer,” said Mr Hamonet.

According to EnergyAustralia,the power lines along Melville St, Kincumber were constructed in 1976 with an original view to connect to a substation in the Empire Bay area.

The power lines are currently operating at 11,000 volts however, they have the capacity to function at 66,000.

The power line structure will not be replaced in full to cater for the substation however according to Mr Hamonet, two, possibly three power poles will be replaced for general maintenance as well as the upgrade of overhead support structures.

Representatives of Melville St met with MP Chris Hartcher on Friday, November 12, to discuss their concerns and possible alternatives.

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by Reliance GP Super Clinic Pty Ltd of Wyoming after the company was chosen to provide the Central Coast GP Super Clinic following a competitive tender process.

Acting Minister for Health and Ageing Mr Mark Butler welcomed the signing and said it was a welcome boost to health care on the southern end of the Central Coast.

“This GP Super Clinic will deliver better access to coordinated health services for locals,” minister Butler said.

“The Gillard Government wants to make it easier for all Australians to see and contact a doctor and GP Super Clinics around the country are making this happen.”

The Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill, who secured the funding commitment for the GP Super Clinic during the 2010 election campaign, warmly welcomed the announcement.

“This is an important step to providing greater access to medical care for the people of the Central Coast,” said Ms O’Neill.

“Reliance will establish a new GP Super Clinic, building on its record of working with local hospitals, local GPs and community organisations.”

“Reliance is also planning to develop an outreach clinic on the Bouddi Peninsula, which currently has no medical services at all, subject to the availability of appropriate commercially zoned land.

“South Central Coast GP Super Clinic will provide integrated, multidisciplinary, team-based, patientcentred healthcare under one roof.

“It will take pressure off

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“Planning mechanisms for developments in sea level rise affected areas will be identified while building controls will be considered for both existing and proposed developments,” said Mr Gibbons.

“The exhibition period for the Estuary Management Plan closed Friday July 29, 2011.

“Gosford Harbour is one of the most badly affected

flood areas in the region and the proposed building restrictions may also impact on the multi-million dollar Gosford Harbour Landing Project.

“Another key consideration of the Sea Level Rise Study will be to obtain legal advice on liability related to the risk of inundation from sea level rise.

“Where Gosford Council

is a partner for major building projects there may be increased liability for both Gosford Council and its residents and this risk must be identified,” he said.

Mr Gibbons said many areas that are forecast to be affected by sea level rise are flood prone and floor levels for new homes must be built to 2.45 metres above current average sea level.

“Further increases in

these floor levels will impose additional costs on families building homes.

“The 9000 families in Gosford City affected by Gosford Council and State Government sea level rise policies, will experience more pressure on their livelihood and wellbeing if these proposed building restrictions are accepted

by Gosford Council and the NSW State Government,” he said.

Media Release, 27 Jul 2011 Len Gibbons, Coastal Residents Incorporated

Gosford continues to work on partnership

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osford Council has said it will continue to work in partnership with Wyong Council on a number of regional initiatives to help improve services for residents across the Central Coast.

Both Councils currently work collaboratively on a number of projects and Gosford mayor Cr Laure Maher said Gosford is looking forward to continuing to improve the efficiency of services into the future.

Cr Maher said both Councils will continue to look at ways that rate payer dollars can be most effectively used.

“We will carry on working

together with Wyong Council to provide services that will benefit the entire community and give residents value for their rates.

“Both Councils have worked tirelessly in the establishment of the Central Coast Water Corporation and with that project beginning to progress we can now focus our efforts on regionalising more services,” he said.

Cr Maher said Gosford and Wyong had successfully regionalised services in a number of areas.

“We currently work with Wyong in the areas of road safety, waste services and social planning among many others,” he said.

Gosford Councils acting general manager Mr Stephen Glen said streamlining services will allow the sharing

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oastal Residents Incorporated president Mr Len Gibbons said Gosford Council has failed to provide proper comprehensive consultation for the new Sea Level Rise Study in Gosford Council’s Draft Estuary Management Plan.

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other GP services across the southern end of the Coast.

“Patients at the new GP Super Clinic will be able to access care from GPs, nurses, and allied health professionals.

“Importantly, the new Super Clinic will help take pressure off our local hospital.

“The South Central Coast Clinic will have a strong emphasis on chronic disease and preventive health care and plans to bring together general practice, physiotherapy, dietetics, podiatry, psychology, speech pathology, audiology, hearing, exercise physiology, diabetes, pathology, pharmacy and radiology,” said Ms O’Neill.

Mr Butler said that the GP Super Clinic would play an important role in training the next generation of local health professionals.

“The South Central Coast GP Super Clinic will have a focus on training and education for medical, nursing and allied health students, and act as a major site for GP registrar training,” said Mr Butler.

“Training the new healthcare workforce here on the Central Coast will help build up the numbers of GPs and other health professionals in the workforce so we can meet the needs of Central Coast residents,” said Ms O’Neill.

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of resources and expertise between both Councils.

“The regionalisation of services between Gosford and Wyong has allowed us to pool resources and share knowledge to help improve the efficiency of services right across the Central Coast region.

“Working together allows us to effectively provide key services to ensure the best outcomes for the community,” said Mr Glen.

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Councillors did not unanimously decide on the deferral with Greens Cr Hillary Morris saying she didn’t see what a further three months was going to achieve.

“There has been plenty of time to reach an agreement,” said Cr January 7, 2015 Morris.

“The theatre is a wonderful community asset, there is no doubt about that, and I certainly hope we don’t lose it.”

Cr Gabby Bowles said the application was “an emotional one” for her as it was one of the first emails she received when she was elected as a councillor.

“There’s a lot of different opinions about whether the owners have a sound and reasonable reason to expand, but I don’t believe that’s council’s decision to decide.

“None of us want to see this theatre close… but the report as it stands now is not something I can support,” said Cr Bowles.

Mayor Cr McKinna said: “I would like to sincerely thank every resident for their comments and ommencing in 2015, Ducks Crossing Publications has separated feedback on this proposal, its newspaper and patience while webusiness from its other publishing and sales activities. continue to assess the application.”

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olf Garda of Springfield has been awarded an Australia Day 2012 Emergency Services Medal (ESM).

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He joined the NSW State Emergency Service (SES) at Blacktown as a volunteer in 1987 and transferred to Gosford in 1990.

He became Deputy Controller (Administration) in 1992 and was appointed to his current role of SES Gosford Local Controller three years later.

Mr Garda has devoted much time to the SES and has participated in many significant SES operations and activities and in many community events including numerous talks and presentations to schools and other community organisations.

His key achievements include initiating major renovations to the Gosford Local Headquarters after the Rural Fire Service vacated the building in 1998-99.

He instigated and organised the conversion of the cramped and unsuitable premises into an effective SES Unit Headquarters with facilities for training, operations, stores and

Mayor Cr Laurie Maher with Bruce Dent of St Josephs Workshop, Katie Dixon, Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill, Steve Robson, William Fortier, Pat Dell, Ros Greener, Briana Shaw, Con Ryan representing the 5 Lands Walk and Clr Jim Macfadyen

ome of Gosford City’s finest were recognised at the Australia Day Community Awards in a ceremony at Laycock St Community Theatre on Sunday, January 22.

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In all, 52 citizens were nominated for a Community Award across the nine categories on offer.

This year, local school teacher from St Edwards College Mr Patrick Dell, was named Citizen of the Year for his continued advocacy for social justice and volunteer work for countless organisations.

Mr Dell is the social justice coordinator at St Edwards College, East Gosford, a position he said he takes on with great commitment, dedication and enthusiasm.

He tirelessly volunteers his time to countless charitable causes within the community.

In his position as social justice coordinator, he encourages young men to donate their time and teaches them the benefit of giving to others.

He has been the driving force behind the school’s Waterford Project in which students complete 20 hours of community service annually.

Patrick has provided

students of the college with the opportunity to give back to their community facilitating volunteering for Donnison St Outreach, Mary Macs Woy Woy, St Vincent De Paul, Red Cross, Legacy, Macquarie Fields Indigenous Program, Caritas K’s, the Heart Foundation and the Haven Education Centre just to name a few.

In recent times, Patrick has raised money for the Queensland Flood Appeal, Christian Brothers in the Philippines, the Donnica Clarke Foundation, St Joseph’s Walgett, St Edmunds Wahroonga and Coast Shelter.

Pat has volunteered thousands of hours of community work while also encouraging others to get involved, his attitude and enthusiasm for helping others is both infectious and inspiring.

His commitment to volunteering, fundraising, advocacy and action over the past 15 years has made a significant impact on past

and present St Edwards’ students and his great work is appreciated by many throughout the wider community.

In a ceremony celebrating those achieving great things in the community, audiences enjoyed entertainment from Youth in Performing Art (YIPA) students, with Gosford City Town Crier, Stephen Clarke as Master of Ceremonies.

Australia Day Committee chairman Cr Jim Macfadyen said that all of this year’s nominees made a significant contribution to Gosford City.

“The residents recognised at today’s ceremony should be proud of the work they do within our community, their enthusiasm and dedication to helping others is what makes our community great.

“I would like to congratulate all of our nominees and this year’s category winners for their outstanding efforts, these accolades are truly well deserved,” said Cr Macfadyen.

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garaging for Unit vehicles.

Since his appointment as Local Controller, Mr Garda has taken the Unit from strength to strength, providing exemplary leadership, encouraging all members to participate fully, and ensuring that the Unit delivers a high quality of service to the local community.

He is also a highly skilled and sought-after trainer and assessor.

Mr Garda’s distinguished career as a volunteer over many years reflects great credit on him, the Gosford SES Unit and the SES in NSW. Email, 16 Jan 2012 Adrian Bey, Government House

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The winner of the Arts Culture and Entertainment category was Patonga resident Jocelyn Maughan while the winner of the Business category was Ocean Beach Surf Life Saver Katie Dixon who is a dedicated cancer researcher.

The winner of the Community Event category was the 5 Lands Walk and the Environment award winner was Wires Central Coast volunteer William Fortier.

Ros Greener was recognised in the Senior category for her work at the Peninsula Women’s Health Centre, Rachelle King was the winner of the Sport category for her results in Surf Life Saving and the Youth category was won by Steve Robson.

The Volunteer organisation category was won by St Joseph’s Workshop and the individual volunteer category was won by Brianna Shaw for her work with the Brain Injury Unit at the Royal Rehabilitation Centre.

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arara resident Ms Susan Carr has received an Order of Australia Medal for her service to youth through Girl Guides Australia.

She has been a national training team member of the Girl Guides Association since 1998, a board bember of the Girl Guides Association of NSW and the ACT in 2001 and 2006-2009 and a training adviser since 2009.

She has been the chair of the NSW Training Committee since 2009 and a member from 1997-2003 and 20052011.

Ms Carr was a member of the NSW Membership Management Committee since 1997-2008 and since 2009.

She was also a state support group adviser in 1997-2002, member of the NSW Properties Management Committee from 1998-2001 and a member of the NSW State Council from 19972001.

Susan was also a planning committee member and local association adviser in the NSW Local AssociationSupport Group Conferences

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from 1982-1995, a region training adviser at Coastal Valleys since 2008, an administrator in the Western Sydney Region in 2007-2008, a region leader on the Central Coast from 2001-2006 and an acting district leader at Warners Bay, Ourimbah and Point Koonarong at various times.

She was the district leader for Gosford City from 19982001, district leader at Niagara Park from 1991-1996, support group president from 19821985 and local association adviser for the Central Coast, 1989-1995.

Susan was the support group member at Wyoming and Niagara Park from 1980-1991 and has been a teacher at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic School in the Entrance for 23 years and held various positions on the school’s P and F in Wyoming from 1979-1985.

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

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

level rise, only 16, including Gosford, have issued 149(5) certificates notifying property owners,” said Cr Macfadyen.

“Up to 9000 properties in Gosford Local Government Area could be affected by the s149(5) certificates.

“Council issued these certificates under advice and good intentions, but I now realise that there is no stability in the matter unless it is regulated across

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

“Of the 50 Local Government Areas in NSW that are affected by sea

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Coast population increases by 10% in 5 years

Glen is acting general manager

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

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Mr Glen, who was formerly performing the role of director of city services, took on the role of acting general manager following Mr Peter Wilson’s retirement last month.

Mr Peter Armour is now performing the role of acting director of city services.

At the meeting, mayor Cr Laure Maher said it would take around six months for the role of the general manager to be permanently filled with Mr Glen expected to fill the position until early next year.

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he 2011 census information for the Central Coast has been released, showing an increase in population of 29,458 to 312,184 from the 2006 census. which decreased from 5284 to 5038.

The median weekly household income increased across the board with Gosford up from $835 to $1013, East Gosford from $679 to $863, Terrigal from $1121 to $1323, Lisarow from $1335 to $1558 and Avoca from $1147 to $1458.

Median mortgage repayments also increased with Terrigal recording an increase of $434 from $1121 to $2167.

Median weekly rent was also on the rise with East

In the 2011 census, the number of males on the Coast was 150,702 and the number of females was 161,482 with a median age of 41.

In the 2006 census, however, the average number of males was 136, 143 and number of females was 146,583 with a median age of 40.

Looking at five suburbs in the Gosford LGA, comprising Gosford, East Gosford, Terrigal, Lisarow and Avoca, population increased in all bar Lisarow,

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Gosford recording a $65 increase from $195 to $260.

The average number of families living in Gosford, east Gosford, Avoca and Terrigal increased with Gosford going from 636 to 783, East Gosford from 904 to 1021, Terrigal from 2660 to 2913 and Avoca from 1128 to 1177.

Lisarow’s average number of families decreased by 58 going to 1373.

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Pre-emptive emergency declared in Gosford LGA he NSW Rural Fire Service undertook a number of strategies on the Central Coast over the weekend of January 12 and 13 in preparation for expected heat wave conditions.

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to bolster the fire fighting capabilities.

Fire spotting air craft was also deployed across the region in addition to the local trail bike squad doing their regular patrols.

“The preparation and readiness of the fire fighters and support personnel ensured there was an immediate response capability to incidents on the Central Coast,” said NSW Rural Fire Service community safety officer Mr Rolf Poole.

“Spot fires are likely to spread fires kilometres in front of the main fire front.

“Accordingly, it is vital that fires are detected and reported as quickly as possible so that crews can respond immediately,” said Mr Poole.

A similar approach was taken for the heat wave on Tuesday, January 8, with a pre-emptive emergency declared, however, the fire fighting resources were not required.

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Community members concerned about the future of the Avoca Beach Theatre

“Although we received well over 1,500 individual letters and signatures objecting to this proposal, it’s important to acknowledge that we also received around 800 individual letters and signatures supporting it as part of the application’s public exhibition.

“Councillors have also been advised by council staff that the site’s flooding risks are too significant to ignore, especially for this proposal.

“With the site located in an existing floodway, the proposed vehicle access and basement car parking for the redevelopment

pose serious public safety risks if the site floods.

“However, council has now deferred its decision on this proposal and asked the CEO to meet with the applicant and gauge their preparedness to amend the current design to address these concerns and others.

“We’ve also asked for a further report to be provided to the council at its next available meeting after March next year.”

The decision was a source of contention at council’s final meeting of the year with the gallery full to the brim and overflowing into the foyer.

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In preparation for the expected conditions a preemptive emergency, under section 44 of the Rural Fires Act, was declared for the Gosford Local Government area.

The emergency declaration provided the incident management team with the ability to coordinate interagency resources and have access to support agency resources and funding if it was required.

An Incident Management Team (IMT) was established at the Fire Control Centre at Kariong, representing the various coordination agencies.

IMT’s are generally set up once an incident develops to

The strike team and catering personnel on standby over the weekend

a significant or major level.

In this case, the weather conditions and fire activity across the State resulted in a pre-emptive IMT being established.

In addition, a Rural Fire Service strike team consisting of five heavy tankers and crew remained on standby at the Fire Control Centre for quick response.

Fire and Rescue NSW also had a Strike positioned on the Central Coast.

These were in addition to the normal availability of fire crews.

Support crews, including communications personnel, catering, bulk water and aviation specialists were also placed on standby and assisted behind the scenes

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1462 homeless persons on the Coast

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he Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has, for the first time, released a detailed Census report for the Central Coast on homelessness.

“There is still a need for further refinement of these figures, however, it is of great assistance to Central Coast Charities to allow us to better forward plan,” said Coast Shelter executive officer Mr Laurie Maher.

“The very nature of homelessness means it will always be difficult to obtain exact figures.

“In this Census the ABS have made a genuine attempt to collect more accurate figures which is very helpful.

“They have quite properly included people staying temporarily with other house holders, couch surfers, and those living in severely crowded dwellings in the total of 1,462 homeless persons on the Central Coast.

said Mr Maher.

Compared to last financial year, Coast Shelter has been able to provide accommodation to 553 homeless persons compared to 490 persons in the year before.

“We were able to provide other assistance to 1,983 persons to help them retain their accommodation, find other options or at least help them cope better with their homelessness.

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“While we accept that there is still the possibility of underestimation, it is great to have some hard data to assist with forward planning,” Maher stated.

“With the help of our volunteers, other agencies and Government funding, Coast Shelter has been able to assist increasing numbers of our fellow citizens doing it tough,”

Community Centre, Coast Shelter is able to provide numerous services including legal advice, no interest loans, meals, showers, assistance with gas and electricity bills, tenancy advice and even haircuts and podiatry checkups,” Maher stated.

“With the increased cost of living, higher rents and energy costs, more and more people are having trouble meeting every day expenses.

“In winter, many families are forced to choose between

heating or eating, and unfortunately at Christmas time, it is a choice between gifts or food.

“As a result of the wonderful generosity of the Central Coast community, Coast Shelter distributed special food hampers and gifts to make Christmas a little more enjoyable for families doing it tough,” said Maher.

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n unidentified creature that washed up on Wamberal beach on Tuesday, June 25, is currently being studied by Quarantine in an attempt to identify it.

The giant rat-like creature was examined by local environmental activist Mr Jake Cassar and has been described as similar to a brush tailed possum.

Mr Cassar said he wasn’t sure it was a brush tailed possum, as it was “a little bit different”.

“It has a very elongated skull, very, very long ears, very sharp teeth, much like a rodent and very humanlike hands and a long tail.

‘It is a very powerful, large creature.

“I would love to think it’s something unusual or not

known, but I’m just really not sure.

“There are many different views out there, but whatever happens, I have had a heap of fun and this thing has captured the attention and imagination of thousands,” said Jake.

An answer from Quarantine was expected to be received on Monday, July 1, however, it was not available at the time Coast Community News went to press.

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New weed endangers threatened species new exotic weed has been discovered on Saratoga Island Nature Reserve in Brisbane Water near Davistown.

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its escape into natural bushland is devastating to environment and it has now become an invasive weed causing problems on the island,” Mr Henderson said.

Coastal saltmarsh is listed under the Threatened Species Conservation Act as an endangered ecological community and provides important habitat for marine and terrestrial animals such as crabs, molluscs, insects and spiders.

Fish species also use the area during tidal flooding and many migratory wading birds use the areas for roosting and feeding.

“Our priority is to rid the island of this weed to help the saltmarsh areas recover and ensure this important habitat is maintained for native species of the Central

The invasive weed known as Sicilian Sea Lavender (Limonium hyblaeum) has been known to displace native species in both South Australia and Victoria, but this is the first time it has been found invading natural environments on the Central Coast.

National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) acting regional manager, Mr Alan Henderson said that the weed was invading the important saltmarsh vegetation communities on the island.

“The weed is displacing native plant species and it can lead to the loss of biodiversity and impact on these fragile and important communities.

“Sea lavender is used in cultivated gardens, but

Coast.

“We will engage bush regeneration contractors to undertake work to remove the weed,” Mr Henderson said.

This will involve hand removal of the weed species and include measures to prevent the weed spreading or recolonising.

The dumping of garden refuse into natural areas is one way that weeds can disperse, particularly close to waterways.

The community is reminded to ensure they use appropriate methods for the disposal of garden refuse including green bins supplied by council.

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Main development and environment plans to come into effect

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This report is to include a review of applications that have been lodged to ensure the Development Control Plan is achieving the intent of council and the new Local Environment Plan.

The Development Control Plan was amended in order to ensure consistency with amendments to the SI Local Environment Plan (Template) made by Department of Planning and Infrastructure in February 2011; amendments to the Draft Local Environment Plan 2013 proposed to be made by Department of

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$95 million Central Coast Highway second stage open

he Gosford Local Environment Plan is anticipated to be gazetted by the end of this year and, at that time, the Gosford Development Control Plan will come into effect.

Council has adopted Gosford Development Control Plan 2013 to include the Gosford Waterfront Development Control Plan, with further reports to come back to council on Water Cycle Management, outcomes of the BrownSmart Consulting Car Parking Study and the Coastal Open Space System bonus provisions.

A report will be brought back to council to review the new Development Control Plan controls in mid-2014 after they have been in place for six months.

Planning and Infrastructure to date; amendment to other State Legislation; amendments made to the Local Environment Plan as a result of Council resolutions in particular Council’s resolution of May 31, 2011, where these resolutions impact on controls in the Development Control Plan; incorporate Development Control Plans adopted

by Council in relation to recently made LEPs; and the Waterfront State Significant Site.

Gosford Council Agenda ENV.75, 3 Dec 2013 Member for Terrigal Mr Chris Hartcher and Minister for Roads and Ports Mr Duncan Gay

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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.

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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

At that stage, the business only had the one newspaper, so the business name could cover many other publishing and related activities.

However, on moving to Gosford and commencing publication of newspapers covering the entire 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

Coast, it now seemss far more appropriate to have a business name which reflects that, and which represents the core business iness of the organisation.

The address, telephone hone numbers, bank details and email addresses remain main unchanged.

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The 5 Lands Walk, a scenic 10km walk from MacMasters Beach to Terrigal, saw a passing parade of whales and a busy art and entertainment programme.

Participants came from across the Coast, the State and as far as Canada to be part of this special community event.

Many stayed overnight to enjoy Sunday’s Taste of Avoca Festival and the Copacabana Festival.

High on the list of positive participant comments included the ease of participation, the diverse programme of

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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

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

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.

Media release, 11 Dec 2013 Marie Scoutas, Office of Chris Hartcher MP

However, new ones have also been created to suit the new name, but they are all redirected to the same areas within the organisation.

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entertainment and cultural performances, the quality of the art exhibition and beach installations, the educational nature of the workshops and discussions, the ‘Welcome to Country’ and Smoking Ceremonies, the carrying of the Message Stick, the sightings of whales, and the ready availability of assistance from the enthusiastic volunteers.

“Stunning Winter Solstice weather, migrating whales, greater out of area participation and fabulous community involvement and support all combined to ensure 5 LandsWalk 2014 was the greatest yet,” said

5 Lands Walk Committee president Con Ryan.

“Participation numbers were in excess of 17,000, far beyond last year’s tally of 13,000 and included a stunning 80% increase in out of area registrants.

“Importantly the numbers of volunteers to assist with the diverse and complex logistics of the event were also up, making for a great day for all concerned.

“My thanks go to the ethnic and local communities, arts and school groups, all of whom gave freely of their time to help make this such a wonderful community event.

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“So too, to the local, State and Federal Governments, sponsors, media colleagues and organising committee members, whose support for the event has been amazing and whose ongoing commitment to this amazing event makes it possible.”

Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks spoke in Parliament on Monday, June 23, and praised the event.

“The 5 Lands is about a celebration of all it means to be Australian, and along each of the 5 Lands, people were treated to a wonderful cultural mix of Indigenous dance, and Greek, Chinese, African, Irish and Latino festivities,” said Ms Wicks.

“There’s a real sense of connection cultivated by this annual walk, which is all

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about connecting people to people and people to place.

“I’ve done the Walk several times, and I’ve got many fond memories, memories that will last a lifetime.

“This year, the Opening Ceremony at MacMasters Beach Surf Life Saving Club was again disrupted as we turned mid-speeches to watch a whale breach the surface of the

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Coal and CSG mining forum packed out our hundred Central Coast residents packed out the Central Coast Grammar School hall on Thursday, November 27, to discuss the risks posed by coal seam gas and coal mining to drinking water, local industries, nature and human health.

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by Our Central Coast, the Nature Conservation Council of NSW, Community Environment Network and the Our Land, Our Water, Our Future alliance.

Australian actor Michael Caton, Father Rod Bower and local mum Alexia Martinez were among the speakers.

Danielle Coleman from Our Central Coast, a non-partisan alliance of individuals and community groups, said the Central Coast was at the frontline of coal seam gas (CSG) and coal mining issues.

“The Coalition Government has broken its election commitment to rule out the controversial

Wallarah 2 coal mine near Wyong,” said Ms Coleman.

“Much of the Mountains District and drinking water catchment for the Central Coast is overlaid by a coal seam gas exploration license.

“It’s time the community’s concerns were heard and their drinking water and livelihoods were protected.

“Many people would be shocked to know there is a coal seam gas exploration license over the Central Coast’s water catchment.

“The forum was an important milestone for our community which is now armed with the reality of the community impacts of coal and coal seam gas.

“The response was

Community members showing their support in protecting the Central Coast from CSG

incredible.

“Every hand was in the air when we asked who wanted to protect our Central Coast water and environment from

coal and coal seam gas.

“The current system is clearly broken if it can’t protect the essentials of life, like clean water.

“The Central Coast has been let-down by our political leaders and it’s time for the community to find out the truth and demand

our Central Coast remain coal and gas free,” said Ms Coleman.

Media release, 1 Dec 2014 Amy Gordon, Essential Media Communications

There are no CSG approvals on the Central Coast – Holstein

Two environmental grants announced nounced ember for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein has confirmed that there is no approval for any company to produce coal seam gas (CSG) anywhere on the Central Coast.

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“We have been actively listening to the community and their concerns and as a result, the NSW Liberals and Nationals Government has implemented the most comprehensive regulatory framework around CSG in the entire country, through the NSW Gas Plan,” he said.

Mr Holstein said we are now in a different era from the

one prior to 2011, when the former Labor Government handed out petroleum exploration licences with no consideration for our water, agricultural land, the environment or communities.

Any applications for a license renewal will now be subject to the stringent NSW Government minimum standards.

“The NSW Government makes no apologies for this and will continue to apply the letter of the law to each application on an individual basis,” Mr Holstein said.

“This government has already introduced 30 regulatory controls for CSG and we’ve added 30 more as part of our Gas Plan, making it the most comprehensive in

Australia to protect our vital land and water resources,” said Mr Holstein.

The Gas Plan outlines the government’s new Strategic Release Framework that will ensure new exploration licenses are only issued after an assessment of economic, environmental and social factors.

Community consultation is a key element of the approvals process and will be conducted up-front.

If a proposed area doesn’t

meet the criteria it won’t be released.

Mr Holstein said the new NSW Gas Plan adopts all of the recommendations of the Chief Scientist and Engineer, Professor Mary O’Kane in her Final Report of the Independent Review of Coal Seam Gas Activities in NSW. “The Gas Plan is the line in the sand for the CSG industry and it will only be companies that have the industry expertise and sufficient resources that

will even be considered as candidates for a license,” Mr Holstein said.

“There are no CSG approvals on the Central Coast and I will continue to advocate for the Gas Plan and its regulatory frameworks that will apply to any prospective operators in the region and NSW.” Media release, 1 Dec 2014 Chris Holstein, Member for Gosford

Mr Stokes said almost $34,000 would be spent to improve local wildlife corridors, while Woy Woy South Public School would receive $2,500 for a project to teach students the benefits of recycling and using energy and water sustainably.

“This grant will help build upon the Gosford Coastal Open Space System, which is a network of bushland reserves created 30 years ago to protect the

landscape and habitat,” Mr Stokes said.

“This funding will be used to improve existing wildlife corridors to improve the environmental protection this reserve system offers.

“Protecting and enhancing the environment of NSW is our shared responsibility and these funding programs support the community to care for their own environments.”

Mr Holstein said: “This funding will help improve

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nvironment Minister and Minister for the Central Coast Rob Stokes and Member for Gosford Chris Holstein have announced two environmental grants totalling $36,000 to fund new environmental projects in Gosford.

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esidents in Melville St, Kincumber have voiced concerns about the 66,000 volts of electricity that will be running along overhead power lines in the street.

The changes come as a result of the proposed construction of the EnergyAustralia Substation at Empire Bay. “The focus has been on the substation and no one has had any idea that the power lines were going through the street,” said Ruth Ross, president of the Residents of Kincumber Association.

According to Allyn Hamonet, spokesperson for EnergyAustralia, the new substation would need to be serviced from existing substations from Woy Woy and Avoca resulting in the power lines being run down Melville St. Residents are concerned that the 66,000 volts, compared to the current 11,000 volts will pose a health risk to those living in close proximity to the power lines, however Mr Hamonet claims that there will be little difference in terms of the level of electromagnetic field and if anything, there may be less.

“Magnetic fields are produced by current which has to push the voltage along the line.

“The higher the voltage, the less current is required which then reduces the level of magnetic field,” said Mr Hamonet.

Concerned resident Joanne Hughes thinks that EnergyAustralia should consider alternate routes for the power lines or the possibility of putting them underground and ensuring residents are aware of the issue.

“They should be consulting more with residents, not everyone received the letters that we received, not everyone in this street is aware of it,” said Ms Hughes.

However Mr Hamonet claims that residents have been kept informed about

has been closed to dog off and on leash activity due to the proximity to a children’s playground and Saratoga Oval Reserve, Willaroo Rd, Saratoga has been restricted to on leash activity only.

Council will review its recommendations for all six sites in 24 months.

Endorsed sites will be re-opened for dog off leash activity once signage has been installed and recommendations actioned.

disposal of dog faeces.

Council also states that regular monitoring of the area will be undertaken and should Council or local environment groups detect Bush Stone-curlew breeding in any of the reserves, the designated areas in which the breeding is taking place may, upon assessment, be temporarily closed to dogs and their owners.

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Changes to dog exercise areas in Davistown, Kincumber and Saratoga osford City Council has endorsed the re-opening of the dog off leash exercise area at Illoura Reserve, Mireen Ave Davistown.

The dog off leash exercise area was suspended at the Reserve in October last year in response to an urgency motion regarding the potential impact of dog off leash activity on the Bush Stone-curlew, a threatened species under the Threatened Species Conservation Act 1995.

Council claims to be implementing a number of measures to reduce the potential impact of re-opening dog off leash

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Conservatorium, a 1000 seat theatre, a 1000 seat convention hall, a jazz club and a television recording studio.

The design also allows for indoor and outdoor dining facilities which are important in enhancing the event experience for guests.

The building designs have been based on a needs analysis report prepared by the Friends of Performing Arts Precinct (FoPAP) and much consultation with community members and experts in the areas of theatre design, sound engineering and convention management.

Designs for the façade of the building have evolved from practical to impressive, in line with feedback that an iconic building identifying a performing arts and cultural precinct beside Gosford’s waterfront needs to be the uncompromising outcome.

Ms Suann said the Central Coast Leagues Club is committed to making the site immediately available for the project.

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green spaces in our community and empower future generations to value and protect our environment,” Mr Holstein said.

“I am very pleased the NSW Government has provided this funding for both of these projects.”

Media release, 18 Dec 2014 Andrew Priestley, Office of Rob Stokes MP

Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein, Minister for the Central Coast Mr Rob Stokes and Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna

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Animal Care Animal Welfare League Animal Welfare League assists pet owners with an ongoing subsidised dog desexing program as well as giving aid to sick and injured animals.

Meetings 2nd Wednesday of each month, Spike Milligan Room of Woy Woy Library 12 noon.

Debra 4344 4435 awlcentralcoast@optusnet.com.au

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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 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

Directory - Not for profit Community Organisations 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 cctaas@hotmail.com

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 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 0428 461 188 cco30s@live.com.au

Central Coast 50+ Singles Social Group Invites Ladies & Gents 50s to 70s etc for dinner, dancing - BBQs & Socialising each weekend.

Our friendly group can be contacted for our monthly programme 4344 5556 0432 110 841 50pssg@gmail.com I AM LOST Deep Conversations & systematic exercises for understanding my self & my place in life. - Gurdjieff Society Ancient and modern knowledge.

Thurs evening fortnightly 0425 296 783 www.gurdjieff.org.au

Mingaletta Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander Corporation The Mingaletta community centre provides its members and other community groups a meeting place and referal hub for education, health, well-being and cultural programs through consultative services and community programs.

Mon-Fri 9am 4pm 6 Sydney Ave Umina 4342 7515 admin@mingaletta.com.au

Peninsula School for Seniors The Community Centre, McMasters Road, Woy Woy Discussions, Rumikin, Craft, History, Walkers, Coach trips Tues, Wed, Thur 4341 5984 and 4341 0800

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 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 4342 9606

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 info@wagstaffetokillcare.org.au

Disabled Services 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 stateoffice@rdansw.org.au

Environment Peninsula Environment Group Environmental projects, (incl. Woytopia), Woy Woy community garden, social events, workshops, organic food buying group www.peg.org.au

Health Groups Al-Anon If someone’s drinking is causing you problems...

Al-Anon can help Ph: 4344 6939 1300 252 666 Meetings Saturday 2pm Woy Woy Hospital Ocean Beach Road 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 Better Hearing Australia Central Coast Hearing loss management Support and educational group 7 groups across the coast Providing practical experience and confidence Learn the benefits to hearing aids Better hearing Australia Central Coast 4321 0275 www.centralcoast.betterhearingaustralia.org.au

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

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

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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

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

ParaQuad Specialist healthcare products delivered to your door, for all your continence, wound care and respiratory and nutrition requirements - Professional Clinic Support available 1300 886 601 Pink Butterfly Breast Cancer Support Group First Sunday 10.00am -12.00 Shop 71 Schnapper Road Ettalong Markets 0428 712 251

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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

Probus Club of Woy Woy Friendship, Fellowship, and social functions for active retirees.

1st Wed - 10am Everglades Country Club 4341 9195

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

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Volunteering Central Coast Refers potential volunteers to community orgs. Support both volunteers and community orgs.

Training for volunteers & their managers. 4329 7122

Peninsula Village Playgroup Carers, Grandparents, parents & children ‘Intergenerational Playgroup’ Every Tues 10-11.30am Paula Newman - 4344 9199

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Cash Housie 50 Games every Sat night Peninsula Community Centre, McMasters Rd, Woy Woy, 7.30pm. Proceeds to Woy Woy Catholic Parish.

at Kincumber Hotel 1st Mon 43692530

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GROW Groups meet weekly all year round Meals on Wheels Delicious meals delivered free Join us for a midday meal Help with shopping and cooking classes 4341 6699 Mary Mac’s Place Providing hot, freshly cooked meals - Mon to Fri 11am-1pm with support, info & referrals 4341 0584 marymacs@woywoycatholic.org.au

Peninsula Village Wellness Centre Offering holistic and complementary therapies including aromatherapy, massage and music therapy 4344 9199 Peninsula Village Meals Delivered daily to your door Nutritious, great for the elderly 4344 9199 Peninsula Village Carer’s Support Group For carers of loved ones with dementia - 1st Wed - 10 to 11.30am Paula 4344 9199 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 www.ccwhc.com.au

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

Schizophrenia and Bipolar Fellowship Experiencing Schizophrenia/ Bipolar/Mental Health Issues.

Their family carers and friends come together to support and learn from one another.

1st Thur - 1pm Room 3 Uniting Church Donnison St Gosford 4344 7989 or 4369 2214 Woy Woy Well Well Wellness Group A small group of people with a serious illness to share and support unfolding journeys Free at The Clearing, Fortnightly 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 Everglades Country Club 2nd Tues 11am 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.

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Music Brisbane Water Brass Brass Band entertainment for the community playing all types of popular music Rehearsal every Tuesday 7.30pm-10pm 0419 274 012

Gosford Musical Society Minstrels Entertain at various venues on the Coast 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 John 0413 276 698 jbthomson51@gmail.com

Tempo Terrific Community Showband Active showband available to play at your community function.

Wide ranging repertuore. Always seeking new members, come and join us and have fun with music.

Follow us on Facebook Every Monday 5pm to 7pm Kincumber Uniting Church 4365 4414 www.tempoterrific.com tempoterrific@live.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 Australian Labor Party Ourimbah/ Narara Branch Discussion/action community issues - 3 levels of Government Niagara Park Primary School 7.30pm 1st Mon each month 0410 309 494

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 info@ccpotters.org

4324 5343 Central Coast Lapidary Club Minerals & Gems Learn silverwork, Cabochons, Faceting, Enamelling, Stone Fieldtrips & fossicking Weekly Workshops Tues, Thurs, & occasionally - Sat 9-2.30pm - Thurs 7-10pm 10 Ourimbah Creek Rd Ourimbah 4362 2246

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

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Australian Labor Party Woy Woy Branch Discuss policies of fairness and support our communuity views and interests Everglades Country Club 7.30pm on the 2nd Mon each month 0412 517 520 belindaneal@bigpond.com

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

Peninsula Day Branch ALP Meeting 1pm 2nd Mon monthly CWA Hall Woy Woy Federal, State, Local Government and Community matters under caring discussions 4341 9946

Service Groups Lions Club of Woy Woy 1st and 3rd Mon at Woy Woy Leagues Club 0439 514 723 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

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 Craft & Friendship 1st and 2nd Wed 10am Meetings 4th Wed 10.30am 4324 2621 Country Women’s Association Umina Branch meeting 1st Wed 10am Craft and Friendship Wed 9am (except 1st Wed) 1st and 3rd Sunday 12.30pm 0438 033 039 - 4344 1070 Endeavour/Woy Woy VIEW Club Lunch 1st Monday, Everglades Country Club, 10.30am Friendship Day 3rd Wednesday, Ettalong Diggers, 11am 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 WOWGIRLS Wave of Wisdom Inc WOWGIRLS Wave 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

kersuebay@philliphouse.com.au

Rotary Club of Umina International service organisation of business leaders improving lives of youth & those in need.

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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.

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Sport

Women’s bowling club celebrates 50 years

Greg was senior bowler of the year award was introduced this year as one of three new awards to complement the overall Bowler of the Year award.

Ettalong’s Aron Sherriff was awarded a Photographic award in recognition of an outstanding 2014 which included a Bronze Medal at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games.

John Roberts, also of Ettalong, received a Photographic Award for six years of representation in the NSW Senior Side and a hat trick of National titles over the past three years.

Ettalong Memorial Bowling Club’s Greg Pigram was jointly awarded the Senior Bowler of the Year award at the Bowls Central Coast Presentation Evening held at Ourimbah Lisarow Bowling Club on Thursday, January 15.

He received the award along with The Entrance Bowling Club’s Phil Flippence.

Pigram was a semi-finalist in both the Open Singles and Champion of Club Champion Singles.

The Senior Bowler of the Year

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Ettalong Memorial Women’s Bowling Club will celebrate its 50th anniversary on Tuesday, May 5.

The club was opened in 1965

by State president Vera Bennett.

Lyra Martin was elected as foundation president, Thelma Westaway as secretary and Hilda Neighbour as treasurer.

The inaugural meeting was held on April 23, 1965, after the men’s club was convinced a women’s club should be formed.

Ettalong Memorial Club has won interclub competitions, district pennant flags and other various competitions throughout the years to the delight of all presidents, including current president Lauren Williams.

Joan Jessup is the only foundation member still with the club today.

Ettalong Memorial Women’s Bowling Club publicity officer Ms Maureen Kerr said: “Although the club has seen many changes throughout the years, we hope with the continued support of all of our members and the men’s club we may continue to prosper.”

Media release, 21 Jan 15 Maureen Kerr, Ettalong Memorial Women’s Bowling Club

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For events in post code areas 2256 and 2257 Guides Come and Try Day, Blackwall Guide Hall, Ettalong, 10am-1pm

week course begins, Peninsula Women’s Health Centre, 10am11:10am

Wednesday February 11

Wednesday February 18

Dancing on the Water, Lions Park, Woy Woy, 5:30pm

Woy Woy Book Club, Peninsula Women’s Health Centre, 10am -12pm

Bays Community Group annual meeting, Woy Woy Bay Community Hall, 7:30pm

Sunday February 1

Thursday February 12

Saturday February 21

Photography Basics: Learning to See 3, Bouddi Water National Park 9:30am-12:30pm George Mann performance, Woy Woy Waterfront, 4pm-7pm

Woy Woy Qigong, Peninsula Women’s Health Centre, 1pm2:10pm

James Blundell, Diggers, 8pm

Saturday February 14

Woy Woy Chair Peninsula Women’s Centre, 1pm-2:15pm

Bridge tutorial with John Roberts, Wagstaffe Hall, 1pm4pm

Saturday January 31

Wednesday February 4 Wrap With Love, Peninsula Women’s Health Centre, 10am12pm Woy Woy Circle of Women, Peninsula Women’s Health Centre, 10am-12pm

Saturday February 7 Coastal Valleys Region Girl

HMAS Voyager Memorial Service, CPO Jonathan Rogers Memorial at Rogers Park, Woy Woy, 12pm Perspectives in Writing workshop, Ettalong Beach Arts and Craft Centre, 9am-12pm

Tuesday February 17 Woy Woy and Personal

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Wednesday February 25 Yoga, Health

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Sport

Strong start for Ocean Beach surf club

The Ocean Beach Surf Lifesaving Club team at the International Young Guns Boat Carnival

Ocean Beach Surf Lifesaving Club has had a strong start to the year.

LAT 33° 51’ S - LONG 151° 14’ E - TIME ZONE - 1000 Times and Heights(m) of high and low waters

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MON - 26 0039 - 1.57 0645 - 0.46 1252 - 1.53 1912 - 0.39 THU - 29 0345 - 1.56 1025 - 0.57 1619 - 1.22 2209 - 0.56 SUN - 1 0000 - 0.54 0631 - 1.67 1314 - 0.43 1908 - 1.30 WED - 4 0204 - 0.47 0829 - 1.72 1458 - 0.35 2058 - 1.41 SAT - 7 0354 - 0.49 1010 - 1.63 1630 - 0.39 2240 - 1.44

TUE - 27 0137 - 1.56 0753 - 0.54 1354 - 1.37 2007 - 0.48 FRI - 30 0447 - 1.59 1134 - 0.53 1727 - 1.22 2307 - 0.56 MON - 2 0045 - 0.51 0715 - 1.70 1352 - 0.39 1947 - 1.35 THU - 5 0241 - 0.46 0902 - 1.71 1529 - 0.36 2131 - 1.42 SUN - 8 0433 - 0.52 1045 - 1.56 1702 - 0.43 2316 - 1.44

WED - 28 0239 - 1.55 0908 - 0.58 1504 - 1.26 2107 - 0.54 SAT - 31 0543 - 1.63 1230 - 0.48 1822 - 1.26 TUE - 3 0126 - 0.48 0753 - 1.72 1426 - 0.37 2024 - 1.38 FRI - 6 0316 - 0.47 0936 - 1.68 1600 - 0.37 2204 - 1.43 MON - 9 0515 - 0.56 1121 - 1.48 1736 - 0.47 2358 - 1.43

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The club placed third in both the under-23 male and female events at the International Young Guns Boat Carnival held on Sunday, January 11.

At the Streets Boat Carnival held at Swansea Belmont on Sunday, January 18, the club placed second in the under-23 male event, fourth in the Masters event and won the under-23 female event Strong performances were shown by the beach sprinters at the Killcare Masters Carnival on Saturday, January 10, which were mirrored at the Queenscliffe Open Carnival on Saturday, January 17.

Ocean Beach Surf Lifesaving Club placed seventh out of 15 at the Central Coast Rookie Challenge held at Terrigal on Friday, January 16.

The club also competed in the North Entrance Junior Carnival on Sunday, January 18, where club members won gold and silver in the two person rescue and resuscitation, silver in the under-8, under-11 and under-13 beach relays and bronze in the all age beach relay and march-past.

Ocean Beach Surf Life Saving Club director of surf sports Mr Graham Tangye said: “There is a great vibe in the competition area at the moment.”

“The strong performances of the boaties are setting the bar really high for the beachies.

“I’m really looking forward to the branch titles in February and the State titles in March.”

So far this year the club has

been busy patrolling and have responded to 13SURF calls regarding swimmers trapped on the Ettalong Beach sandbar and coordinated a search and rescue for a missing kayaker.

Four board rescues have been performed in order to grab swimmers from rips and two inflatable rescue boat rescues were

performed to rescue swimmers from rips.

Patrollers for the club have also wrangled a runaway horse.

Director of Lifesaving Ms Katie Dixon-Camp said: “Top work from all the patrolling teams on the weekend, I am so proud of you.”

Media release, 20 Jan 2015 Nigel Fitzgibbon, Ocean Beach Surf Lifesaving Club

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Toukley Library outdoor renovations completed o celebrate the completion of renovations to its outside area, Toukley Library held an opening on Tuesday, December 2.

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The day included preschool story time, free face painting, a free barbeque lunch provided by the Gorokan – Kanwal Lions Club, singing from the Toukley Public School Choir and a sale of ex library stock items.

The communityfriendly outdoor space connects Toukley Library, Toukley Community Hall and Merry Makers Central Coast providing residents and community groups with a valuable new recreational resource.

Wyong Council’s section manager Library Services Ms Andrea Edwards said she was thrilled with the creatively designed decking that improves access for the disabled and transforms the area into a dynamic community precinct.

“Staff and members love the changes, it has lifted the entire area and made Toukley Library lighter, brighter and more user-friendly, and it’s now much easier to get around with a stroller or wheelchair,” Ms Edwards said.

Wyong Council contributes 90% of library funding and invested $165,000 in this project.

Council’s mayor Cr Doug Eaton, who was at the event, said: “Christmas has come a few weeks early for Toukley with the newly rebuilt Canton Beach to open shortly, the Norah Head Boat Ramp nearing completion and the cinema complex at December 2014 Your independent community Lake Haven 19, opening on 11 December along with this dynamic new community precinct.”

“Council’s investment in this project reflects our commitment to building a vibrant and connected Shire, and to building community capacity to engage in social and economic growth opportunities. yong Council has received a proposal from the Australia “Libraries are China Theme Park Pty Ltd to rezone land at Sparks Rd, important community Warnervale, resources, they encourage to allow for the development of a $500 million cultural parkand – Chappypie China Time. lifelong theme learning connect Councilresidents will to nowa on 15.7 hectares of land, our Shire and turn us into wealth of knowledge and would create jobs in the a key tourist destination. forward the planning technology. to proposal the construction phase and an “We desperately “It is essential that additional 1,000 ongoing need more local jobs, Department of Planning we Environment secure adequate and (DPE) jobs once completed. particularly for our young state funding permission to ensure seeking The rezoning will be people, and thousands of libraries can the subject to community and local jobs will be created through a meet gateway needs of modern users as agency consultation with during construction alone, determination to proceed active spacesofthat in the public preparation a the results to be reported which is great news. foster social interaction “The spin offs in planning proposal to back to council. as much as they amend the Wyong LEP do to Mayor Cr Doug Eaton terms of tourism jobs and can sit and read outdoors facilitate educationthe and learning.”

Theme Park. said: “I am personally dollars flowing in our or connect to our free WiThe land is26currently excited that this proposal Shire are huge and it will Media release, Nov 2014 Fi using their devices or zoned industrial which has got to this stage.” really put Wyong Shire Council media ours,” said Ms Edwards. allowsWyong “This is a on the map.” a theme park but the height is currently development, along with Media statement, a regional airport, that very restrictive.

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Wyong Council mayor Cr Doug Eaton (centre) with Wuyi University president Zhang to his right and vice president Wurren to his left with members of the Ames Foundation

“At the moment, yong Council’s mayor Cr Doug Eaton is currently in China meeting key dignitaries to progress interest and investment they have interests in universities in Ottowa in the Shire.

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Top of the agenda is plans for a world class tertiary campus to cater for 7,000 students to be located at the Wyong Education and Business Precinct in Warnervale.

The mayor met with president Zhang and vice president Wuren Artist impression of the building from the corner of Marine Pde of the Wuyi University and The Entrance Road (left) and the loading area rea from Ocean Pde (right) in Jiangmen near

Guangzhou (population over 20 million) on Monday, January 12, to discuss their interest in this campus.

Wuyi University has 18,000 students and specialises in engineering and technology, key disciplines of which there is little opportunity to explore at this time in

Wyong Shire.

Mayor Cr Eaton said president Zhang was enthusiastic about working with council to develop a university in the Wyong Shire.

“Wuyi University is looking to expand its current cooperation agreements with overseas campuses.

and New York.

“This will be a first for Wyong and Australia if they get on board and I am really hoping they will.

“Wuyi is great fit for Wyong and not just because it starts with W. “They have the expertise in the technical subjects we need and

a strong record in supporting overseas education,” said mayor Cr Eaton.

The campus would cater for 7,000 students and create 500 permanent jobs and include a SMARTS Hub knowledge and community centre for students and the broader community to assist in developing their skills, supporting employment and business initiatives

and making connections.

The Wyong Education and Business Precinct has been identified by council as one of 39 key projects requiring investment and funding from the state and federal governments to create more jobs and opportunities for Wyong Shire residents.

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An artist’s impression of part of the theme park

The development would consist of the construction of a podium and tower style building totalling 20 storeys which would include shops and restaurants and 126 apartments, 35 of which would be one-bedroom, 57 two-bedroom and 34 three-bedroom.

The development would also cater for 209 parking spaces, communal open space and facilities such as a pool and barbecues.

a Council made submission to the Joint ning Regional Planning Panel in support off the application which was unter considered by the Hunter P on Central Coast JRPP ever, December 18, however, yong at the time Wyong Regional chronicle went to press the outcome was not available.

Deputy Mayor Cr Lynne Webster said: id “This is the development everyone has been waiting for.”

“This will mean better housing options for our residents, and better accommodation, retail and dining options for the many tourists who come here.

“This represents a $40 million investment in the local economy and the benefi community will benefit fit from the job creation and tourism opportunities that will ill ffollow.” ll ”

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27 January 2015 - Peninsula News - Page 23

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STOCK CLEARANCE

Nu Power 18v LiLi-ion Trimmers, hedge trim trimmers and blowers all was $108 now $88.50 each

Tables full of stock reduced prices as marked Geelong 5 draw combination set was $199 now $129

Worx 185mm 1200W Circular Saw $55

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6 litre tins of white exterior premium low sheen paint Finish by Wattyl 15 year warranty $59.95 save $10 and receive a free 75mm Handi paint brush – all while stocks last

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BLISS BEAUTY ROOMS

Summer SPECIALS Free eyebrow tint with every eyebrow wax Ear piercing $30 (includes jewellery and antiseptic spray) to receive exclusive monthly offers!

on sale until 28/2/15

Monday to Friday - 8.30am - 5.30pm Saturday - 8.30am - 3.00pm Sunday - 9.00am to 3.00pm