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Minister for Roads and Freight Mr Duncan Gay and Gosford Council mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna at the ofﬁcial opening of the pedestrian underpass at the Rawson Rd level crossing

Rail underpass second stage funded, but not third The State Government has committed an extra $7 million to allow the completion of the second stage of the Woy Woy Rd railway underpass project to be completed. However, the Government appears to have abandoned any commitment to funding the third stage of the project – the realignment of Woy Woy Rd through the Bays area, now describing the project as a twostage project. The commitment was announced at the opening on Thursday, February 12, of a pedestrian underpass at the Rawson Rd level crossing, which cost $6.2 milllion alone. At the opening, Minister for Roads and Freight Mr Duncan Gay

said the project would eventually close the existing level crossing at Rawson Rd. “Gosford Council has completed stage one work, which included providing a new pedestrian and cyclist underpass alongside Rawson Rd and below the railway tracks,” Minister Gay said. “Pedestrian access to the underpass has also been upgraded along Waterview and Railway Sts. “The NSW Government provided funding for the work as part of the $45 million commitment to build an underpass to replace the Woy Woy rail level crossing. “But we have committed an additional $7 million to fulﬁl our commitment to remove the existing crossing and replace it with a safer option. “That is a total of $52 million

to deliver the two stages the community has been waiting for,” Minister Gay said. Mr Holstein said the completion of stage two work would enable the full closure of the Rawson Rd level crossing. “Stage two work involves upgrading and extending Railway St and Nagari Rd and a new vehicle underpass and bridge over Woy Woy Creek at Bulls Hill,” Mr Holstein said. “Four years ago I stood here and said the NSW Government was committed to this project and I am so proud to see stage one completed. “For too long our community was neglected under former governments and I am so proud the NSW Government is listening and delivering what our community

expects and deserves.” Mr Holstein said that the Government had not committed to stage three because stage two would not be started until the West Gosford intersection had been completed. “We can’t really commence major works there until we’ve got West Gosford well in control and a lot of the burden has eased there. “We wouldn’t want to have both major roads leading into the Peninsula clogged with road works. “I will be pushing for stage three funding nearing completion of stage two,” he said. “Even when Minister Gay was up the other day making this announcement, he knows that I’m going to be looking for the next stage as this progresses.”

Gosford Council’s director of Construction and Operations Mr Stan Antczak said local artists had been invited to carry out an art installation within the tunnel and access ramps with a focus on ‘names’ and their connection to people and places of the Peninsula. “The ﬁrst phase of the art installation is expected to be completed mid next month with phase two due for completion in March next year,” Mr Antczak said. Media release, 12 Feb 2015 Siobhan McCarthy, Ofﬁce of Duncan Gay MP Media statement, 20 Feb 2015 Chris Holstein, Member for Gosford

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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,

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.

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.

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

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.

he proposed performing arts centre to be constructed on the in line with feedback that an Mr Hamonet said that According to Allyn existing Central Coast Leagues Club (CCLC) site is a priority, iconic building identifying a Hamonet, spokesperson EnergyAustralia operates says Belinda Suann, Business Development Manager at Central performing arts and cultural for EnergyAustralia, the new well within health regulation precinct beside Gosford’s substation would need to guidelines and the increased Coast Leagues Club. 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. Gosford Council is

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

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

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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 has been closed to dog off and on leash activity 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

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

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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$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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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.

“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

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

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

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.

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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. Reliance Medical Centre in Wyoming Photo: Naomi Bridges

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

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

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 ome of Gosford City’s ﬁnest were recognised at the Australia Day Community Awards in a ceremony at Laycock St Community Culture and Entertainment category was Patonga 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

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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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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. Website, 12 Jul 2012 Australian Bureau of Statistics

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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.

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. Email, 14 Jan 2013 Rolf Poole, NSW Rural Fire Service

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Community Centre, Coast heating or eating, and he Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has, for the ﬁrst time, said Mr Maher. Compared to last Shelter is able to provide unfortunately at Christmas released a detailed Census report for the Central Coast on ﬁnancial year, Coast Shelter numerous services including time, it is a choice between 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.

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

“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,”

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

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. Media Release, 21 Dec 2012 Heidi Blyth, Coast Shelter

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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.

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

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

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

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

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.

Michael Gallacher is New Minister for Central Coast

The road was opened by Minister for Roads and Ports Mr Duncan Gay and Member for Terrigal Mr Chris Hartcher.

upgrade involved widening the road to provide two lanes in each direction separated by a median and a range of trafﬁc and safety

Ghersi Avenue to provide left in and left out turns only. “A shared pedestrian and off-road cycle path is nearing completion

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

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

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.

inister for Police and Emergency Services Mr Michael Gallacher “The NSW Government improvements including alongside the southbound has been appointed as Minister for the Central Coast following provided $95 million for the pedestrian and cycle paths. lanes of the highway with a Mr Chris Hartcher’s recent resignation. second stage of the upgrade “Work has included dedicated footpath located

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

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

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

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

There are no CSG approvals on the Central Coast – Holstein ember for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein has conﬁrmed that there Australia to protect our vital meet the criteria it won’t be will even be considered as candidates for a license,” Mr is no approval for any company to produce coal seam gas (CSG) land and water resources,” released. said Mr Holstein. Mr Holstein said the new Holstein said. 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

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

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

“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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$180 million development application has been lodged with Gosford Council which would see the construction of three towers comprising retail, residential and commercial space on the former Spurbest site at 50-70 Mann St, Gosford. The proposal includes a total of 572 residential units within three towers, erected on a podium level which itself will offer a hotel, shops, restaurants, a tavern, and cinema, all accessed via a public thoroughfare which will be created through the site linking the City Centre to the Waterfront. The podium level will also incorporate several levels of commercial ofﬁce space.

The towers have been labelled the Mann St Tower, Baker St Tower and the Georgianna Terrace Tower. The 33 storey Mann St Tower will include a ground level mixed use space and four levels of commercial space, with the tower comprising 29 levels of apartments. It would comprise five retail units, one commercial tenancy, a cafe/ restaurant and a residential commercial foyer, as well as two cinemas and amenities, all on the ground floor. Levels one to four would comprise commercial space with the applicant suggesting the Australian Tax Office as a potential tenant. Levels five to 33 would see 58 one-bedroom apartments, 116 twobedroom apartments and 58 three-bedroom apartments.

The 32 storey Baker St Tower will include a ground level mixed use space; two levels of retail/commercial space, and four levels of hotel rooms, with the tower comprising 26 levels of apartments. The ground floor would comprise a residential/hotel foyer, hotel kitchen and administration and serving facilities, while level one would house a supermarket and five retail units. Level two would provide commercial floor space and levels three to six would provide 80 hotel rooms. The remaining 26 tower levels, from seven to 32, would comprise 52 onebedroom apartments, 104 two-bedroom apartments and 52 three-bedroom apartments. Finally, the 22 storey Georgiana Terrace Tower will include a ground level

mixed use space and two levels of retail/commercial space, with the tower comprising 22 levels of apartments. The ground floor would see two retail units, a residential foyer and servicing facilities, while level one would see further retail floor space, including a cafe/restaurant and bar/ tavern, and level two would comprise commercial floor space. Levels three to 24 would comprise 88 two-bedroom apartments and 44 threebedroom apartments. In addition to this, the development will include four levels of basement parking accommodating 678 cars, as well as significant open space and landscaping. According to the development application, submitted by New Hong

Kong Macau Australia, Pty Ltd, the development stems from Gosford Council’s eagerness to revitalise the City Centre. The site itself, which comprises the former Brisbane Waters County Council Building, the former Police Citizens Youth Club (PCYC), and Froggy’s, a former skating rink, has had a chequered history, with several proposals having been considered in the past which evoked considerable controversy. In 2005, development consent was issued by the Department of Planning for a mixed commercial and residential development. This consent was commenced via the partial demolition of some of the existing buildings on site. Under a separate consent, initial works began on the temporary

dismantling of the clock tower, with the material from that work now being stored within the building. Since the time of these initial partial demolition works however, the site has been deserted, with the buildings and the site subsequently being boarded up and becoming a target for vandalism and graffiti. The heritage listing of part of the site is recognised in the design, with the front portion and first floor staircase of the former Brisbane Waters County Council building being incorporated within the design. A number of public submissions have already been lodged in support of the proposal. DA47046 2015, 30 Jan 2015

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Chamber questions underpass cost blow-out and value The announcement by Minister for Roads Duncan Gay of a further $7 million funding for the Woy Woy Rd rail underpass has prompted the Peninsula Chamber of Commerce to highlight the cost blow-out and to question the value of the project when other roadwork is needed. The extra money will cover the completion of stage two of the project, but leaves stage three without funding. Cost of the three-stage project has almost doubled to around $89 million since it was ﬁrst announced at $45 million in March 2011 in the lead-up to the previous State election. The cost to complete stage two is $52 million. “Whilst we support the upgrading of Woy Woy Rd, we question the priority and cost-beneﬁt of the project when we have major safety and congestion issues at intersections such as MacMasters Rd-Blackwall Rd, Rawson Rd roundabout on Ocean Beach Rd,

Dunban Rd-Ocean Beach Rd and major traffic and parking issues in the Woy Woy town centre,” according to Chamber president Mr Matthew Wales. “We also struggle with the final costing of $6.2 million for the pedestrian underpass at the Rawson Rd rail crossing. “This seems an inordinate amount of money to spend when you consider that 95 per cent of Peninsula roads have no kerb and gutter and no footpaths. “The Chamber is extremely concerned at the cost blow out for the rail underpass to replace the Woy Woy rail crossing at Rawson Rd,” said Mr Wales. “The Chamber warned the Government in March 2011 when the funding for the project was first announced that the cost allocation was inadequate and the project was underfunded. “Now the rail underpass project is being topped up to the tune of another $7 million in order to ensure that just the stage two works can be completed. “A considerable portion of the funds is required for the associated

rail works for the underpass which should have been more accurately costed at the time the scheme was devised. “The $52 million to be spent on Woy Woy Rd would have solved most of our critical traffic congestion and safety issues on the Woy Woy Peninsula. “Our concern is that we have seen absolutely no significant commitment to any further road funding by any level of government to fix the Chamber’s priority list of road works. “The Peninsula area accounts for almost a quarter of the Council’s population and revenue base, yet we continue to struggle to have our traffic black spots fixed. “We will continue to lobby the State Government to make funding commitments for Peninsula road works and work closely with Gosford Council so that we can get our roads fixed and help our business community do better business,” Mr Wales said. Media release, 15 Feb 2015 Matthew Wales, Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

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Applicant appeals boarding house refusal The applicant for a proposed 30-room boarding house at Ettalong has appealed Gosford Council’s refusal of the application last year. A “conciliation conference” will be held at 302 Ocean View Rd, Ettalong, at 10am on Wednesday, February 25, starting with an onsite inspection. This will be followed by an open Court hearing at Ettalong Diggers, where residents will provide evidence of their opposition to the development. The formal conciliation conference will follow this, behind closed doors. Peninsula Chamber of Commerce will be among those making submissions to the Land and Environment Court opposing the proposal. “Naturally we are disappointed that the owner of the land has lodged an appeal against Gosford Council’s refusal of the application in May last year,” said Chamber president Mr Matthew Wales. “The matter is listed for an onsite conciliation meeting which the Chamber will be attending on behalf of the business and wider

An artist’s impression of the 30 room boarding house that was rejected by Gosford Council last year

community. “We stand by our original objections to the development which we still consider to be inappropriate for this location. “The support services for such a large boarding house simply don’t exist in the precinct which has limited access to public transport, social services and employment

opportunities. “There are obviously signiﬁcant crime and safety concerns which were voiced by the NSW Police Service who also made submissions to Council objecting to the development. “At a time when the Ettalong area is just beginning a resurgence with improved business and retail

opportunities, the last thing the local community needs is a large 30-room boarding house being constructed that will place social pressures on the Ettalong Beach area. “We are very disappointed that the owner has not looked at other more appropriate development opportunities for this site which

better complement the retail, restaurant and cafe lifestyle that is now thriving in the area “The Chamber will be joining Council in opposing this inappropriate use of the site in the hope that the Court will reject the Appeal in line with community sentiment,” Mr Wales said. Gosford Council’s planning director Ms Danielle Dickson said: “The conference is a result of Gosford Council being served with a Land and Environment Class 1 Appeal.” Ms Dickson said those who submitted an objection to the development application when it was assessed by Council were sent a letter notifying them of the court action and of the conference. “Objectors are advised their participation in the conference will be limited but in certain circumstances the objectors may be asked to address the court.” Letter, 10 Feb 2015 Danielle Dickson, Gosford Council Media release, 10 Feb 2015 Matthew Wales, Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

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Beachwatch report shows poor water quality A number of Peninsula beaches have been rated as poor in the annual Beachwatch report. They were described as susceptible to faecal contamination and unsuitable for swimming after rain. Ocean Beach, Ettalong Channel, Pearl Beach Rockpool and Patonga were all described “poor”, while Umina Beach near the surf club and Pearl Beach near the lagoon were rated as “good”. The report identiﬁed a number of possible contamination sources, including storm water. The report showed water quality had improved at a number of the sites over the three years to April 2014, the latest ﬁgures included in the report, with the rating at Umina Beach being upgraded from “poor” to “good”. Labor candidate for Gosford Ms Kathy Smith is campaigning to clean up Ocean Beach, as a result of the report. Ms Smith said she had been speaking with locals who told her

Peninsula residents deserved a safer and cleaner beach. “For the second year in a row, Ocean Beach has been rated as poor by the State Government,” Ms Smith said. “For locals, this rating means it is often unsuitable for swimming and susceptible to contamination from sewage overﬂows. “This is unacceptable,” Ms Smith said. “Hundreds of locals have signed my petition and want action to clean up Ocean Beach. “Residents and visitors alike are calling on Gosford Council to act to make the beach a safer place to swim, and to better manage the ﬂow of pollutants in our waterways. “Locals deserve a better deal and shouldn’t be worried about their health when they go to enjoy our great lifestyle here on the Peninsula,” Ms Smith said. Media release, 19 Feb 2015 Kathy Smith, Labor candidate for Gosford Website, 20 Feb 2015 NSW Environment and Heritage Labor candidate for Gosford Ms Kathy Smith speaks with locals near the “good” section of Umina Beach

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Service station site may be demolished and redeveloped Two houses next to the former United service station in Ocean Beach Rd could be demolished and the land rezoned to allow it to be included in the service station’s redevelopment.

The grandstand at Woy Woy Oval being demolished

Tenders let for Woy Woy oval redevelopment Gosford Council has accepted two tenders as part of the redevelopment of Woy Woy Oval. The tenders cover the grandstand construction and the playing ﬁeld relocation. Over $5 million will be spent on the Woy Woy Oval Grandstand and Forecourt Reconstruction which includes a 600-seat grandstand with sports clubhouse and

amenities, community forecourt area, cafe, ﬂoodlight relocation, landscaping and car parking. Construction on this stage of the redevelopment is expected to start in late February and be completed over eight months. Around $350,000 will also be spent on the Woy Woy Oval Playing Field Relocation which includes an upgraded senior playing ﬁeld and fencing.

Its construction is set to start in June and be completed over four months. The Australian Government has committed $3.5 million towards the grandstand’s redevelopment and the NSW Government is providing $2 million for the upgrade as well. Council is also devoting over $2.5 million to the project.

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The report states that the service station has existed on the adjoining land for a long period of time and is currently still in operation, although the overall appearance of the development is poor and it is in need of redevelopment. The council endorsed the preparation of a planning proposal to rezone a parcel of land at 303 and 305 Ocean Beach Rd, Umina, from R2 - Low Density Residential to B5 - Business Development. The Planning Proposal aims to zone the land so as to allow its incorporation into the redevelopment of the existing service station on adjoining land zoned B5 - Business Development at 307 to 313 Ocean Beach Rd.

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Caravan park land could be reclassified Gosford Council is proposing to reclassify its caravan park site in Ettalong as “operational” land. The Fassifern St land is currently classified as “community” land, which requires a plan of management. The land is currently leased with parts being redeveloped as a long term residential park. The proposal would remove the need for a plan of management, but it also opens the way for council to sell the land. According to the report by Council’s department of Governance and Planning, the reclassification would “better reflect the use of the land as an asset and remove blockages to its effective development and management”. It said that reclassification would facilitate upgrading of facilities to accommodate long term tenants. The report states that: “Overall, however, the reclassification of the land to ‘operational land’ would remove the requirement to prepare a Plan of Management, facilitate the creation of the required covenants for the DA and represent a less onerous management regime for Council. “It would better reflect that the land is leased and occupied by long term tenants (in part). “Reclassification will more accurately reflect the management

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of the land by a leaseholder and will ensure conditions of development consent can be met. “In this instance, a Plan of Management would not beneﬁt the wider community.” The holiday caravan park has been located on Council land for a number of years and is zoned RE1 in Local Environmental Plan 2014. Approval to operate a caravan park with 95 long term sites, 22 short term sites and eight camping sites was issued on September 13, 2013, and is current up until June 30, 2018. The land was formerly leased to and managed by Australian Tourist Park Management Pty Ltd, however, is now leased to Ingenia Community Trust until June 30, 2029. Work has started on an approval granted in June 30 last year to demolish 30 short term sites, provide lots and services to 31 new long term sites, and alterations and additions to existing community services including a pool and common areas. Gosford Council has decided to initiate the Local Environment Plan gateway process by endorsing the preparation of a planning proposal to reclassify a parcel of councilowned land on Maitland Bay Dr and Fassifern St in Ettalong from community to operational. Gosford Council Agenda GOV.5, 10 Feb 2015

Community activist Mr Jake Cassar has announced he is running as an independent for Gosford in the upcoming State election. “I simply can’t sit back and watch our current elected leaders selling out our beautiful area to overseas interests, while taking away support for our most struggling locals, particularly our youth,” he said. “I need to get in the mix so I can hold them accountable and use my inﬂuence to get the best outcome for our community. “I will continue pushing the State Liberal Member for Gosford, Chris Holstein, to honour the promise that was made before the last State election to protect the culturally and ecological sensitive land at Bambara Rd at Kariong. “I will also continue pushing to see funds appropriated towards opening another homeless youth refuge and for the Government to commit to buying back or leasing Old Sydney Town. “I strongly believe that a focus on world class sustainable development and the arts, culture and entertainment will bring the tourist dollar to the Central Coast, create hundreds of local jobs and

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bring new life and prosperity to our entire region. “Whether I’m elected or not, I will continue ﬁghting for the betterment of the Central Coast.

Three Clean Up locations registered by association The Wagstaffe-Killcare Community Association has registered three sites for

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Clean Up Australia Day on Sunday, March 1, and is on the lookout for volunteers. The sites registered are Wagstaffe Hall, the Community Church and Maitland Bay Centre. The day will begin at 9am at each site with bags and gloves provided.

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Assistance at two marine incidents Marine Rescue Central Coast attended two incidents on Sunday, February 8, assisting a stranded yacht at Ettalong and a ski boat with fuel problems at Woy Woy. At around 11am, rescue boats Central Coast 22 and X-Ray 21 were undertaking training on Brisbane Water when they rushed to assist the eight metre sloop yacht which was stuck on a sand bar. Bren Weston and his rescue boat crew Brian Warburton, Anthony Porter and Val Clifford located the stranded yacht and were able to tow the boat to navigable water. The sloop found the tidal ﬂow so great that the person on board was unable to pick up the boat’s mooring.

X-Ray 21, under control of skipper Ian Radford with crew of Bob Sullivan and Max Landella, rafted up to the sloop and assisted the yacht’s skipper safely to the mooring. A call for assistance was then received at around 5pm from a seven metre ski boat at Woy Woy adjacent to the Spike Milligan Bridge. The owner indicated he had two adults and six children on board and that the boat had a suspected fuel problem. Duty skipper Ian Radford on Central Coast 22 with his crew Bren Weston, John Jarvey and Paul Degerling located the vessel and it was towed to the Gosford boat ramp. Media release, 9 Feb 2015 Ron Cole, Marine Rescue Central Coast

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Esplanade closed for drainage works Part of The Esplanade at Ettalong Beach was closed to all trafﬁc on Monday, February 16, and will remain closed for around two weeks while Gosford Council completes storm water drainage works. The road closure is between Bangalow St and Beach St and works are expected to be completed by Friday, February 27.

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No mandate to sell off power lines Why has the Premier of NSW decided to sell or lease 49 per cent of the poles and wires without so much as the courtesy to obtain approval for your action from the general electorate of NSW, and why only 49 per cent instead of all the poles and wires? Is it to appease the NSW National Party because they know that by privatising all the poles and wires that people living outside the Sydney suburban area would be

Forum greatly disadvantaged by having long delays in any emergency rectiﬁcation work on the grid when suffering from black - brown outs, storm or ﬁre damage? All State assets are held in trust by the Government for the people of this State, and this does not give the Government the authority to sell or lease all or part of those assets without the approval of the majority of the people. Should the Coalition win the State election in March this year,

as it most probably will due to the large differential between the Coalition and its opponents, it still does not give a mandate to sell or lease these assets unless you can substantially increase the present margin differential. To obtain a mandate, a referendum is needed n conjunction with the March election which would require only an additional voting paper and this should only be done in the area affected. Email, 15 Feb 2015 Phillip McBurney, Blackwall

Having started my education at Woy Woy Public School in 1937, I witnessed the time when Woy Woy was a thriving township. The big retail giants took over and now the township, like many other small business areas, is struggling with seven shops closing in the last 12 months. Now I read that Gosford Council is calling for tenders for a cafe in the Woy Woy Oval Forecourt. I remind Council that there are currently four other cafes and Fisherman’s Wharf within 100 metres of the oval. We are therefore well catered for.

Forum Letters to the editor should be sent to: Peninsula News PO Box 1056, Gosford 2250 or mail@peninsulanews.asn.au See Page 2 for contribution conditions So much for our Council looking after small business. Email, 19 Feb 2015 Bruce Richards, Woy Woy

History

The biggest political event on the Peninsula Deﬁnitely, the biggest political event that happened in the Woy Woy Peninsula after the coming of the rail and the opening (1938) and closure (1946) of the Woy Woy Shire Council was the proposed Pelican Island Sewerage Treatment Works. Bill Bullion who was shire president (1970 to 1971) of

Gosford at the time followed his father’s footsteps. His father, as Shire president of Woy Woy in 1940, tried to develop a sewerage scheme, but the residents of Woy Woy rejected this idea because of the cost. The engineers from the NSW Government reckoned the best spot for the sewerage treatment works was at Pelican Island. This mangrove island,

separated from Woy Woy by a narrow channel, is a haven for bird life and a nursery for marine life and also uninhabited. It was ideal, in their minds, for a sewerage plant. But the residents of the Woy Woy Peninsula were united and they thought differently. Such a project was unthinkable. It would be the death knell for the Woy Woy Peninsula. A committee was formed, headed by future shire president and ﬁrst mayor of Gosford City, Don Leggett. The committee set to work and hired an expert from the University of NSW. His aim was to show that the efﬂuent from the sewerage works would not leave the Brisbane Water, but eddy around that stretch

of water forever. After considering this aspect, Public Works then brought the proposal to pipe the efﬂuent from Pelican Island to Broken Bay then to the sea. However, the committee were united and adamant; there would be no sewerage treatment at Woy Woy. Keith O’Connell was then a political candidate for the State seat of Gosford. He was cautious at ﬁrst but seeing the strength of the community protest, he aligned himself with the Pelican Island Committee. At the State Election, he defeated sitting member Ted Humphries, who supported the Pelican Island proposal. When Gosford Council and the

State Government could not be swayed, the committee decided to field a team in the Gosford Council election in 1972. Led by Ron Hyndman the team swept the council. Ron Hyndman was elected shire president and he proclaimed his aim was to find a new site for the sewerage treatment works. Ron eventually found the current site at Kincumber. He then resigned from being Shire president and also resigned from council. Probably the most stirring memory of the whole fight was at the old big-barn cinema at Woy Woy that was demolished in 1975. The picture show was jammed with people with only standing room left. They were united, all political persuasions and ranks of life, all united in the fight to save Woy Woy. Letter, 2 Feb 2015 Keith Whitfield, Woy Woy

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Little Box Head sandbar has a history Gosford Council has resolved to undertake a basic feasibility study for a council owned and operated dredge to service the ongoing need to renourish Ettalong Beach. There are other important reasons for considering this option including community safety issues. The sandbar at the entrance to Brisbane Water at Little Box Head relentlessly continues silting up, presenting a hazard to commercial and pleasure craft. There is a long history of founderings on this sandbar, heroic rescues, rescue attempts and tragic deaths. Wreck of the Gitana. “To the Editor of the Sydney Morning Herald. “By James Harrison, J.P. Mona Vale, Gosford, September 7, 1857. “Sir, knowing that you are ever foremost in applauding the goal of those who have distinguished themselves in the ordinary walks of life, how much more, then, will your admiration, and that of the public be brought forth, when I relate an act of heroism of one of Australia’s brave sons? “On Saturday morning last, I with other passengers, left Sydney in the Angus and Henry, Mr William Boyd, master, for Brisbane Water. “It was blowing hard from the south and south-west with a very heavy roll of sea from the southeast. “As we approached the bar at Brisbane Water, the sea was breaking furiously from Little Box Head, right away to the opposite shore, and in the midst of the breakers we discerned a ketch on her beam ends, two men being in the rigging, and the sea making a clean breach over her. “Lamenting, as we did, the perilous situation of the poor men, seeing no immediate prospect of their being saved, and their certain death should the vessel break up, it was then that our noble captain, who, after bringing his charge in safely, through a tempestuous and boiling sea, with the consummate skill of an older head, had time to express the ‘feelings of his heart’, and those feelings then prompted him to risk his own life in effecting the salvation of those poor men, who a short time before, possessed the agonising consciousness that others had failed in a similar attempt. “It is only those who, having witnessed the effects of a storm at a bar harbour, can fully appreciate the danger attendant upon the rescue of a fellow creature from a wreck

among breakers; and it was with heart felt congratulations I and all on board, received our hero and his gallant crew when accompanied by his rescued friends. “The ketch proved to be the Gitana, belonging to Mr Murphy, of Liverpool St, and I fear she will be a total loss.” Another heroic rescue as the result of a boat foundering on the bar involved the outstanding bravery of a 16-year-old boy Horace Green of Ocean Beach Surf Club, who saved the life of a man in Broken Bay in 1927. The Coroner investigating the deaths of two other men who drowned in the same incident, recommended a bravery award for Horace Green, and he was awarded the Royal Humane Society Bravery Award. The rescue was described in the Sydney Morning Herald on January 31, 1927: “A boating accident which resulted in the death of two young men occurred off Ocean Beach, Woy Woy, today.” “Early this morning three visitors from Sydney — Edward and James Morris, of Concord, and a friend, Edward Gibbs, of Burwood, who had been staying at Hardys Bay, set out in a rowing boat for a day’s surﬁng at Ocean Beach. “Edward Morris and Edward Gibbs lost their lives, and W. Morris was rescued in thrilling circumstances. “The party proceeded down Brisbane Water and crossed out over Half-Tide Rocks into the open waters of Broken Bay. “The strong southerly, which had been blowing for several days, had brought up a very heavy sea, the surf breaking with great force on the Half-Tide Rocks and the nearby beaches. “Local residents would regard an attempt to cross out from Half-Tide Rocks as bordering on foolhardiness, and marvel at the fact that the boat did not capsize earlier than was the case.

“However, the three men were totally ignorant of the danger. “They had not gone far when their boat met with disaster, and was overturned into seething waters. “The plight of the men was noticed shortly afterwards, and the alarm was given by Mr Green, storekeeper, of Ocean Beach. “Realising the danger he immediately telephoned to Woy Woy and Barrenjoey. “As soon as possible the Amalgamated Ferries dispatched their launch Bellbird, in charge of Jack Owens, and Roy Riley from Wagstaffe. “They negotiated the Half-Tide Rocks with difﬁculty, and the launch was severely buffeted in the rough seas towards Ocean Beach. “So great was the sea that the occupants of the launch did not catch a glimpse of the upturned boat, and were themselves in danger of being capsized. “They returned and later again patrolled the scene, but were again unsuccessful. “In the meantime another launch had put out from Barrenjoey, across Broken Bay, but seeing the Woy Woy launch engaged in the search, and as the sea was very rough it returned. “All this time, the upturned boat, with its occupants clinging to the keel, was steadily drifting towards Lion Island. “Meanwhile, a crowd of residents and members of the surf club had gathered on Ocean Beach watching the efforts of the launch to rescue the party. “When it was seen that no hope could be looked for from that quarter, Horace Green, aged 16 years, a member of the Ocean Beach Surf Club, donned the life belt. “The boat was then about 200 yards from the shore, and the men were clinging to it. “They were seen to wave their hands, and in spite of the heavy surf, Green reached a point about 150 yards from shore.

“He was then beaten back by the breakers. “He caught a glimpse of the men hanging to the boat, but had to give the signal for his return to the beach, another attempt by him also failed. “The boat continued to drift towards Palm Beach, and the lifeline was taken by car to that point. “The sea running there prevented any action being taken, but when the boat was drifting past Green Point, William Egan of Baulkham Hills, who was staying at Ettalong Hotel, donned the belt and, waiting his chance, dived off the rocks and swam towards the boat. “He reached the boat about 250 yards from the shore and intended to make a line fast, so that it could be pulled ashore. “Before he could carry out his purpose two of the men, almost demented and nearly drowned, made a grab at him. “In the tussle his belt and costume were torn off him and he was forced to let one man go. “This man disappeared, and has not been seen since. “Green, noticing the beltman’s plight, again sprang into the water, and gallantly swam to the boat. “He recovered the belt and swam with it to Egan. “Holding the belt, Egan was able to return to Gibbs, who was quickly hauled ashore. “Although Gibbs was alive when rescued, he was unconscious when lifted out of the water. “Resuscitation was carried out for several hours by members of the surf club and by Dr. Rygate, but without success. “Egan came ashore from his gruelling rescue work quite naked. “Green, who, in the meantime, had stayed with the third man on the upturned boat, managed, while holding Morris in his position, to work the boat towards the beach, and eventually reached close enough in shore for further help to be rendered. “W Cristin of Enmore then swam out with a belt and brought Morris

ashore. “Green reached land shortly after. “Morris, who was exhausted after his four hours’ battling with the waves, was lifted out, and given first aid, after which he was conveyed to Hayward’s boarding-house at Ocean Beach. “The body of Edward Gibbs was taken by the police to the Hotel Ettalong.” Sadly there have been numerous founderings and tragic deaths on the Little Box Head sandbar. In 1974 in two separate incidents there on one day four people drowned. In 1939 a police inspector drowned when his boat overturned, in 1936 a man drowned when the boat he was in was swamped by a large wave, in 1943 two men drowned while fishing, in 1921 a man drowned at the entrance after being swept overboard from a launch. There have been other deaths more recently. The erosion of the foreshore at the Esplanade, Ettalong, east of Barrenjoey Rd has decimated the Ettalong Beach Reserve. Gosford Council is currently undertaking a review of the 1999 Broken Bay Beaches Coastal Management Plan following the 2014 Open Coast and Broken Bay Beaches Coastal Processes and Hazard Definition Study. Potentially, sand dredged from the sandbar in the public safety interest, could be used to address erosion problems at Ocean Beach, Umina Beach and Ettalong. Council’s basic feasibility study may take into account it may be more cost effective in the long term to own and operate its own dredge, in the interests of common sense. The beach erosion issues will after all continue relentlessly into the foreseeable future and beyond. Vessels have been regularly foundering on the sandbar at Little Box Head for over 150 years. Email, 22 Dec 2014 Kevin Woods, Umina

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Who is the spokesman – CEO or beach inspector? Information overload is certainly not a trait of the Express Advocate’s staff (Erosion solution in sight, December 19, page 7). Information about the dredging plans from Gosford Council was delivered by a “spokesman”. Why is there the secrecy? Was this the CEO or a beach inspector at Ocean Beach? I am extremely conﬁdent I can rule out the CEO. Can the council “spokesman” answer these questions? What is the process for dredging approval?

Forum Has the source of the problem been identiﬁed and remedied? Will the dredge be used to remove sediment in Correa Bay? What is the magnitude of siltation across Brisbane Water? What document reports the council’s attitude to this issue and alternative actions? Is the proposed rock revetment wall in Lance Webb Reserve part of the Floodplain Risk Management Plan – Management Area 12? Protracted negotiations with the state government ﬁnally concluded

in 2009 with both parties agreeing to provide $250,000 each to dredge the Ettalong Channel for safe navigation. Will Gosford Council now bear the full cost of dredging the same area to ensure safe navigation? Has the council accepted that the “open to business as usual” strategy will need to be replaced with a new paradigm due to climate change, sea level rise and the unexpected consequences of the atmospheric change? Letter, 20 Dec 2014 Norman Harris, Umina

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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.

Forum These things would truly improve the lives of the people who live here. The Chamber of Commerce could apply its own resources to improve the appearance of their own commercial interests. Letter, 12 Jan 2015 Rie Lester, Umina

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Support program for teenage mums Teenage mothers on the Peninsula are being given the opportunity to join a support program in Woy Woy which starts on Friday, March 13. The program, which is only conducted in only 10 locations across Australia, provides 10 months of positive mentoring, practical skills, compassionate guidance and much-needed support. This year’s Bump Program will begin with free mini manicures for the girls at the first session from 11:30am to 1:30pm with lunch and babysitting provided. Founder of Raise Ms Vicki Condon said the successful Bump program had grown from strength to strength since its 2009 inception, when 13 young parents completed the mentorbased program. “There is a great need for these practical, relevant and compassionate services for young mums, and we want to help as many girls as possible to re-engage with education and build a support network around themselves,” Ms Condon said.

Australia has the fourth highest rate of teenage pregnancy in the developed world, with four per cent of babies in Australia born to teenage mums, she said. The Bump program pairs the girls with experienced mothers who volunteer their time as mentors, and meet for an hour once a week as well as attend monthly workshops, which are designed to focus on personal development skills, as well as providing them with much needed time out. As a result of a partnership with the Northern Sydney Institute of TAFE, graduates of the Bump program now receive a TAFE Certificate I and then have the opportunity to move on and complete the advanced Bump Up program which is a TAFE Certificate II accreditation in Skills for Work and Training. “Studies show that teenage mums benefit from sustained pre and postnatal support - our Bump programs are helping to provide some of that support, socially and emotionally,” Bump program counsellor Ms Brooke Bennett said.

“These young people are facing huge challenges and they need all their strength to rise above it and raise their children to the best of their ability.” Consequences of teenage pregnancy include social and economic disadvantage and

disruption or incompletion of schooling. They are also more likely to experience medical complications, housing insecurity and domestic violence, with high rates of postnatal depression.

“Our programs provide a community of support around young mums,” Ms Condon said. To enrol in the program, email brooke.bennett@raise.org.au or phone 0488 493 840. Media release, 18 Feb 2015 Brooke Bennett, Raise Foundation

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Family and Community Services Minister Ms Gabrielle Upton has joined Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein on a visit to community service provider Coast Community Connections in Woy Woy on Wednesday, February 18. Mr Holstein said: “The NSW Liberals and Nationals Government is committed to better protecting the most vulnerable members of our community.” “Since 2011, we have delivered smart reforms to child protection, specialist homelessness services and social housing which better protect those most in need. “Importantly, we have worked with our non-government organisation partners to improve services and outcomes on the

ground. “I am pleased to say the NSW Government provides Coast Community Connections with more than $227,000 a year to deliver a range of services. “These high quality services help more than 6000 people per month including children, young people, families, people with a disability and elderly citizens across the Central Coast,” Mr Holstein said. Ms Upton said: “The NSW Liberals and Nationals Government is building stronger communities by giving non-government organisations the resources needed to help vulnerable children, young people and families.” Media release, 18 Feb 2015 Kevin Wilde, Ofﬁce of Gabrielle Upton MP

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The event concluded with a dance performed by senior students from Dancinailty to Tracy Chapman’s Behind the Wall. Ms Hermkens said: “I think the ﬂash-mob was a successful and informative event.” “It brought many different people of various ages and backgrounds together in a joint dance of protest,” she said. “The energy and community spirit generated was powerful, amazing, beautiful and gave us hope that we might be able to bring about a change in a positive way.” Email, 17 Feb 2015 Anna-Karina Hermkens, Umina

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Education

School survey extends to students Woy Woy South Public School will participate in a Department of Communities Initiative this term called the Tell Them From Me student feedback survey. The school completed both the teacher and parent survey last year and are this year including students from Years 4 to 6. The survey aims to help improve student learning outcomes and measures factors that are known to affect academic achievement and other student outcomes. The focus of the NSW-wide survey is on student wellbeing, engagement and effective teaching

practices. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The survey is a great opportunity for our students to provide our school with valuable and quick feedback on what they think about school life, how engaged they are with school and the different way that teachers interact with them,â&#x20AC;? Woy Woy South Public School principal Ms Kim Whealey said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Schools in Australia and around the world have used the Tell Them From Me survey to help improve how they do things at school.â&#x20AC;? Newsletter, 17 Feb 2015 Kim Whealey, Woy Woy South Public School

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Apology assembly Ettalong Public School held an Apology assembly on Friday, February 13, to commemorate the seventh anniversary of the historic apology to the Aboriginal People by the Prime Minister

at the time, Mr Kevin Rudd. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We were honoured to have two aunties from Mingaletta as well as Department of Education and Communities staff join us,â&#x20AC;? said Ettalong Public school principal Mr Colin Wallis.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thanks for the time and dedication of all the organisers, especially Tania Whiting, our Aboriginal Community Support Worker, and Peter Cardy. Newsletter, 17 Feb 2015 Colin Wallis, Ettalong Public School

Donations for wheel chairs Woy Woy Rugby League Football Club is currently raising funds for two girls who are in need of wheel chairs. A donation tin has been placed

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Education

Road education opportunity Umina Public School students have been offered the opportunity to attend the Community and Road Education Scheme program in March at the Ourimbah Centre. The three-day program is a road and bicycle education program for students in Years 5, 6 and 7 and is linked to the NSW Department of Education and Community Personal Development, Health and Physical Education syllabus. Students are taught by two

Touch team in finals The Peninsula Junior Girls 12s representative touch football team played at Nelson Bay in the Peter Wilson Memorial Cup over the weekend of February 14 and 15. The team played well over the two days and reached the quarter ﬁnals which were held on February 21 and February 22 in Port Macquarie. Results were not available as Peninsula News went to press. Newsletter, 17 Feb 2015 Lyn Davis, Umina Public School

NSW Police ofﬁcers. The program is broken up into a classroom lesson and an outdoor lesson. The classroom lesson covers safe cycling, road rules, hand signalling and safe use of helmets. The outdoor lesson includes a bicycle safety check, basic riding skills and obstacle course, and riding on a circuit which features a roundabout, trafﬁc lights and other real life road characteristics. Each student is given a licence at the beginning of the program with the ability to lose points off

the license throughout the day depending on their behaviour and cooperation with road rules. If students lose their licence, they will lose the opportunity to ride their bicycle and complete alternative work. Those who maintain a licence with all of their points for the duration of the day go into a draw to win a BMX bike and helmet, which is drawn every school term.

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Radio show broadcasts from Ettalong A local radio show will be broadcast from Ettalong Public School on Tuesday, February 24, from 6am to 9am. “Ettalong Bowling Club has kindly donated a sports pack valued at $500 to present to the school on the morning and SEA

FM will supply games and activities as well as a healthy breakfast for the children,” said Ettalong Public School principal Mr Colin Wallis. “Our P and C will also be selling bacon and egg rolls. “It should be a great morning.” Newsletter, 17 Feb 2015 Colin Wallis, Ettalong Public School

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News

Collision at Staples Lookout being investigated Police are investigating an accident between two vehicles near Staples Lookout on Woy Woy Rd at around 10:40pm on Thursday, February 12. On arrival, ofﬁcers from Brisbane Water Local Area Command found a Hyundai and a 4WD had collided. The driver of the Hyundai, a 31-year-old man, and front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, were trapped for a short time before being released.

The man was ﬂown to John Hunter Hospital with head and leg injuries and was believed to be in a serious condition. The woman was taken to Gosford Hospital with head injuries and was also in a serious condition. The driver of the 4WD, a 54-year-old man, was uninjured. Initial investigations into the collision indicated that the Hyundai lost control driving east on Woy Woy Rd, crossed to the opposite side of the road spinning backwards and collided with the

4WD that was driving west. Investigators would like to speak to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or the events leading up to the collision. Police are urging anyone with information in relation to this incident to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or use the Crime Stoppers online reporting page: https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au/ Media release, 13 Feb 2015 NSW Police

Chamber welcomes West Gosford progress The Peninsula Chamber of Commerce has welcomed the rapid progress on the reconstruction of the West Gosford intersection

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March 2016 and within the $170 million budget,” said Chamber president Mr Matthew Wales. “This is a credit to the RMS who have obviously worked very hard to reduce costs, reduce impacts, minimise disruption and bring the project on line on time. “Our business community has been surprised at the efficiency with which the works have been undertaken especially with such difficult traffic conditions. “We were very concerned in the beginning that the disruptions to traffic and business would be much worse but the RMS and Seymour White have managed the staging and completion of each section with remarkable ease. “The Chamber is not suggesting for a moment that there hasn’t been a big impact on local businesses but the process has been managed very well under the circumstances. “Commerce between the Peninsula and Gosford has not been disrupted as much as originally expected. “There is no doubt that the completed works will have a major positive impact on the Peninsula and business interaction with the wider Gosford CDB once the works are completed,” said Mr Wales. Media release, 10 Feb 2015 Matthew Wales, Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

Marine dealer warned over antisocial behaviour A marine dealer has been warned by authorities after the Bays Community Group executive committee sent a letter to the Minister for Roads and Freight regarding the anti-social behaviour of some boat users in the Woy Woy Inlet. According to the committee, there had been multiple occurrences of loud music coming from boats, along with bad language, often between boats. Some water and jet skiers had also been seen 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

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as the area was well suited to water skiing. However, the Group has since received a further letter from Roads and Maritime after Bays Community Group president Mr Bob Puffett was able to note down the registration number of the boat that was involved in one particularly bad occurrence of antisocial behaviour. The police followed up and it transpired that the boat was being serviced by a marine dealer at the time. The marine dealer claimed he was testing the boat when he took it on the water. He has been warned by the authorities regarding the matter and the marine dealer has said he will operate in a professional manner in future. Newsletters, 9 Jan and 10 Feb 2015 Bob Puffett, The Bays Community Group

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Council restructure proceeds The second phase of Gosford Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new organisation structure has been implemented and a ďŹ nal structure has been endorsed with the redeployment process commenced. Once the redeployment process is completed, Council will commence a formal recruitment process for vacant positions. According to the report by Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s general manager Mr Paul Anderson, the ďŹ nal structure was informed by feedback received from staff and the unions following a formal consultation period. The report states that the endorsed structure requires 1146.1 full time equivalent staff, with an estimated 160 vacant positions. Thirty-ďŹ ve staff were advised

that their position was no longer identiďŹ ed within the restructure and 23 staff were advised that their position was affected due to a reduction in required resources. The report states that Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Human Resource staff are working on redeployment options for these affected staff as a matter of priority â&#x20AC;&#x153;There continues to be an impact on staff although this is now most prevalent among the pool of affected staff. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Where possible support is being provided through counselling and resilience training. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Council is meeting regularly with union delegates to ensure they are informed and consulted as part of this process,â&#x20AC;? the report says. Gosford Council agenda CEO.1, 10 Feb 2015

Laneway to be closed to through traffic An unnamed laneway in Umina, which runs parallel with Brisbane Ave and Adelaide Ave, between Bathurst St and Perth St, will be closed to through trafďŹ c mid-block between numbers 68 and 70 Brisbane Ave. The decision was made after local residents of Brisbane St lodged requests for the closure due to people driving through the laneway at high speeds and, on occasion, crashing into the back fences of the properties lining the laneway. Additionally, consequential maintenance issues were created, including â&#x20AC;&#x153;pot holes and gravel being thrown out of the lane into Perth Stâ&#x20AC;?, according to the residents. According to the report by Gosford Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Local TrafďŹ c Committee, there was no record of crashes in the laneway from 1996 to 2012 in the RMS crash database. In order to gauge public opinion, a letter box drop was carried out to all affected residents in September 2012. There were 28 letters sent out,

with 11 responses. Of those 11, six were in favour of the proposed mid-block closure. The majority of the residents who were against the closure had concerns with access for their trailers and boats. An alternative location for the lane closure was in between numbers 68 and 70 Brisbane Ave and 53 and 55 Adelaide Ave. A letter was sent out in January

2013 to these four properties asking for their comment on the matter. Of the four letters, two responses were received with both endorsing the placement of bollards at the proposed location. Recently a local resident from 62 Brisbane Ave reported another two crashes in the laneway. They also advised that: â&#x20AC;&#x153;This matter was reported to the police and they strongly recommended that residents actively seek closure of this laneway.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;The cars and motorbikes that speed down this laneway are generally entering from Perth St and then accelerate down the laneway to exit at Bathurst St. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A midpoint closure would therefore prevent this activity and substantially reduce the anti-social behaviours that are evident and appear to be from non-residents of the immediate vicinity.â&#x20AC;? In view of the circumstances, and the Police recommendation, the TrafďŹ c Committee endorsed the closure. Gosford Council agenda TR.14.100, 10 Feb 2015

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Tell Us Your Story exhibition English as a Second Language classes are being held at Woy Woy Presbyterian Church every Tuesday from 9:15am to 12pm within school terms. Classes focus on conversation skills and offer participants the opportunity to practice what is learned in TAFE classes, or what has been learned previously at school in students’ ﬁrst countries. The classes also assist those who come to Australia with little or no English and provide an opportunity to make friends while learning about our culture and

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Pearl Beach residents. “Steinbeck himself had two sons serving overseas, one later died as a Prisoner of War of the Japanese, and other families had lost sons. “However, as the Association had limited funds, building seemed a long way off. “It was 1950 before enough money was secured through events, loans, and donations to build the hall, and it was ofﬁcially opened on September 16, 1950, and dedicated as a memorial,” Ms Lillico said. A descendent of William Steinbeck, John Steinbeck said: “I have a number of items of interest from my uncle Wilfred Batten who was decorated four times at Gallipoli, my father Ted who was decorated in Tobruk and my uncle William who was captured in Singapore and died in a Prisoner of

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Etchings on show An exhibition of etchings and paintings by artist Sandi Rigby’s will be available to view in the Patonga Bakehouse Gallery until Saturday, February 28. Gallery proprietor Ms Jocelyn Maughan said: “These amazing and beautiful works are a result of

many years of practical study ﬁrst at the National Art School Sydney and later at the Fine Art School at Meadowbank TAFE under the tuition of master-etchers Michael Kempson and Rue Hanks.” For the past 20 years, Sandi has successfully exhibited her etchings, paintings and drawings in group and solo exhibitions with

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A Come and Try Day held at Blackwall Guide Hall on Saturday, February 7, saw 14 girls attend, nine of which are trying out the Junior Guides and three of which have been to the Guide Unit. On the day, the girls participated in traditional Guiding activities to give them, and their parents, an indication of what they could expect if they decided to become members. A new leader has transferred into the District and the girls are about to embark on the Girl Guide path again. “The Peninsula News promotion of the day coupled with advertising on local radio and in school newsletters has alerted families in the area to the existence of the Girl Guides presence and other girls have also come along to take part in meetings,” said Blackwall Girl Guides district manager Ms Cynthia Murphy. “If it all goes well these girls will join soon and the District will continue to grow.” Guiding in the Memorial Ave Guide Hall has a long history, with the District originally known as Ettalong but due to demographics and a decline in numbers the District closed for a short time. “Six years ago we had our ﬁrst

Come and Try which attracted enough interest to make reopening the District a viable proposition,” said Ms Murphy. “We renamed it Blackwall and since then local girls have again been able to enjoy the program that Girl Guides Australia offers. “It’s more than craft and cooking these days, the emphasis is on environmental awareness and selfconﬁdence with generous servings of fun for all ages. “During their time in Girl Guides, as well as weekly meetings and local events, the members attend camps and large events like our annual Adventure in the Garden at Mt Annan Botanic Garden and the Giant Guide Sleepover at Taronga Zoo. “This year girls from all over Australia will gather to camp in Queensland with international Girl Guides for the Great Bunya Gathering. “Local girls will spend seven days camping and taking part in a host of activities which most may not have tried before. “Guiding is alive and well on the Peninsula and is assisted by local businesses, Woy Woy Rotary and local clubs who have been very generous with grants, time, labour and goods since the District reopened,” said Ms Murphy. Media release, 17 Feb 2015 Cynthia Murphy, Blackwall Girl Guides

Bushcare group seeks members The Bays Community Bushcare Group is seeking new members. The group meets at the western end of Taylor St, Woy Woy Bay, at 9am on the fourth Saturday of each month. The morning includes a few hours of maintenance under the

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The towers have been labelled the Mann St Tower, Baker St Tower and the Georgianna Terrace Tower. The 33 storey Mann St Tower will include a ground level mixed use space and four levels of commercial space, with the tower comprising 29 levels of apartments. It would comprise five retail units, one commercial tenancy, a cafe/ restaurant and a residential commercial foyer, as well as two cinemas and amenities, all on the ground floor. Levels one to four would comprise commercial space with the applicant suggesting the Australian Tax Office as a potential tenant. Levels five to 33 would see 58 one-bedroom apartments, 116 twobedroom apartments and 58 three-bedroom apartments.

The 32 storey Baker St Tower will include a ground level mixed use space; two levels of retail/commercial space, and four levels of hotel rooms, with the tower comprising 26 levels of apartments. The ground floor would comprise a residential/hotel foyer, hotel kitchen and administration and serving facilities, while level one would house a supermarket and five retail units. Level two would provide commercial floor space and levels three to six would provide 80 hotel rooms. The remaining 26 tower levels, from seven to 32, would comprise 52 onebedroom apartments, 104 two-bedroom apartments and 52 three-bedroom apartments. Finally, the 22 storey Georgiana Terrace Tower will include a ground level

mixed use space and two levels of retail/commercial space, with the tower comprising 22 levels of apartments. The ground floor would see two retail units, a residential foyer and servicing facilities, while level one would see further retail floor space, including a cafe/restaurant and bar/ tavern, and level two would comprise commercial floor space. Levels three to 24 would comprise 88 two-bedroom apartments and 44 threebedroom apartments. In addition to this, the development will include four levels of basement parking accommodating 678 cars, as well as significant open space and landscaping. According to the development application, submitted by New Hong

dismantling of the clock tower, with the material from that work now being stored within the building. Since the time of these initial partial demolition works however, the site has been deserted, with the buildings and the site subsequently being boarded up and becoming a target for vandalism and graffiti. The heritage listing of part of the site is recognised in the design, with the front portion and first floor staircase of the former Brisbane Waters County Council building being incorporated within the design. A number of public submissions have already been lodged in support of the proposal.

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Photographic exhibition held at Hardys Bay A Gallery of 6 photographic exhibition will be held at Hardys Bay Community Church from April 3 to 5. The display will include works from Doreen Ambridge, Jan Brown, Ingrid Jakobsen, Fiona Lambell, David Lyon and Patricia Smith. A collection of local, national and international photos will be on display including nature,

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The play Yes, Prime Minister by Anthony Jay and Jonathan Lynn and directed by Christine Vale will be showing at Woy Woyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Peninsula Theatre for three weekends from Friday, February 27. The original writers of the hit television series Yes Minister and Yes, Prime Minister collaborated ďŹ ve years ago to create a new stage comedy.

Included in the cast is Andrew Thomson as the Prime Minister, Mike Jeffries as Sir Humphrey Appleby, Adam Young as Bernard Woolly and Kellie Martin as Claire Sutton. Other cast members include Bob Farmer as the Kumranistan Ambassador, Gordon Crawford as Jeremy Burnham and Renee Chinn as Simone Chester. Performances run on Fridays and Saturdays from Friday, February 27, through to Saturday,

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Festival Packs A Punch! â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bellisimoâ&#x20AC;? is the general comment when asked â&#x20AC;&#x153;did you enjoy the food at the Italian Festival?â&#x20AC;? said Alex Quinn, Festival co-ordinator! The festival now in its sixth year, was the result of residents encouraging the owner of Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort, to showcase this unique venue, with an annual event. Built by an Italian family, this unusual resort contains a 40 room boutique motel, the stunning Cinema Paradiso complex with 6 theatres decorated in Italian, Moroccan and Art Deco themes and a bustling European style village market with fresh produce, locally made crafts, and five cafes â&#x20AC;&#x201C; one roasting their own coffee. In addition to the weekend market, ten restaurants surround the exterior of the resort, offering traditional Italian, Spanish, Turkish, Chinese, Japanese and contemporary Australian cuisine, all week. Situated only one hour by road from Sydney or a short ferry trip from Sydneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Northern beaches, the festival fun starts onboard FantaSeasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; vessel from Palm Beach with captain and crew dressed as Italian sailors and an accordionist serenading the passengers! During the Festival, sponsored by the National Australia Bank and Campbellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Home Timber and Hardware, who supplied every screw, nut and bolt in the resort, a plethora of stalls fill stunning piazzas adorned with Italian Renaissance Art, offering authentic homecooked Italian cuisine such as pasta dishes,

wood fired pizzas, gnocchi, arancini, canolli, biscotti and other Italian pastries, at the Mediterranean inspire venue. To experience Italian culture baristaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s will demonstrate how to â&#x20AC;&#x153;expressâ&#x20AC;? a good coffee and a cooking show by our Italian chef will give you some handy hints. Sample Italian wines and beer and taste some of the best Italian liqueurs! If you are planning a trip to Italy, talk to the Italian State Tourism Board, presenting a travel showcase. Ladies - donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss our pop-up Fashion Show by designer Clara, on the balconies of Piazza Giulietta and check out the Italian Murano glass jewellery. Explore our function room displaying an Italian photographic exhibition, or catch an Italian film in the cinema. Italian cars line up for viewing and our own â&#x20AC;&#x153;Michael Angeloâ&#x20AC;? local artist Simon Sawell, will be on site with paintbrush in hand, adding to the collection of Italian Renaissance art found throughout the resort. Punch & Judy (originating from Italy) and the Pinocchio puppet shows will entertain the kids, along with Piccolo the Clown and Benino the Donkey. Or introduce them to the Italian breed of Maremma dogs. Last but not least, our popular Italian singers, George Vumbaca, Sam Pellegrino and Nata Forte will have the crowd on up its feet. Enjoy the fun of the festa! Ph 0424 644 448 or www.ettalongbeachmarkets.com.au

March 14. Matinee performances will be held on Sundays from March 1, through to March 15 with an additional matinee performance included on Saturday, March 14. All evening performances will begin at 8pm with matinee performances beginning at 2pm. Email, 17 Feb 2015 David Wicks, Woy Woy Little Theatre

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Directory - Not for proﬁt Community Organisations 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

P.O. Box 376, Woy Woy

patchwork and quilting, felting and other ﬁbre and fabric crafts, community quilting bees Day and Night Groups 4325 4743 www.cottagecrafts.net.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

Art

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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

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

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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

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

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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

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

Central Coast Handweavers, Spinners and Textile Arts Guild Spinning and weaving,

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 for dinner, dancing - BBQs & Socialising each weekend. Our friendly group can be contacted for our monthly programme 4344 5556 4396 3640 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 Peninsula Village Playgroup Carers, Grandparents, parents & children ‘Intergenerational Playgroup’ Every Tues 10-11.30am Paula Newman - 4344 9199 Probus Club of Umina Friendship, fellowship and fun Advancing intellectual, cultural and social interests for active retirees 55yrs+ Non Political and Non Sectarian - 2nd Wed 10am, Everglades Club uminabeach@probusclubs.com.au

Probus Club of Woy Woy Friendship, Fellowship, and social functions for active retirees. 1st Wed - 10am Everglades Country Club 4341 9195 Seniors Computer Club Central Coast Beginners classes for PC or

Mac Mon or Tues. Classes Mon to Fri for most programs - see website. 10am – 12md or 1pm - 3pm Kincumber Neighbourhood Centre. Monthly Meetings with Guest Speaker at Kincumber Hotel 1st Mon 43692530 The Krait Club Community Centre - Cooinda Village, Neptune St, Umina 10.30am For senior members of community. Gentle exercises, quizzes, games, social activities, guest speakers, entertainment and bus trips - 4344 2992 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 Volunteering Central Coast Refers potential volunteers to community orgs. Support both volunteers and community orgs. Training for volunteers & their managers. 4329 7122 recruit@volcc.org.au

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 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

Gambling Solutions Gambling help counsellors providing free conﬁdential professional service to gamblers, family and friends Available Woy Woy, Kincumber, Gosford and The Entrance 4344 7992 GROW - Free Weekly 12 Step Mental Health Self Help Group - Helping thousands to recover from mental health challenges for more than 55 years to ﬁnd a GROW group near you call 1800 558 268 or visit www.grow.net.au

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

Gosford 4341 4210 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 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 www.brightsky.com.au

Pink Butterﬂy Breast Cancer Support Group First Sunday 10.00am -12.00 Shop 71 Schnapper Road Ettalong Markets 0428 712 251 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 Anyone 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 4368 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

Soundwaves Men’s acapella 4 part harmony chorus - all ages 7pm Mon Central Coast Leagues Club John 0413 276 698 jbthomson51@gmail.com

Special Interest

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

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

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4324 5343 Central Coast Lapidary Club Minerals & Gems Learn silverwork, Cabochons, Faceting, Enamelling, Stone Fieldtrips & fossicking Weekly Workshops Tues and Thurs 830am-230pm Thurs evening 6-10pm 10 Ourimbah Creek Rd Ourimbah 4362 2246

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 kyle.macgregor@hotmail.com

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

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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.

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

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

Woy Woy Stroke Recovery Club Everglades Country Club 2nd Tues 11am Company, up-to-date info, hydrotherapy, bus trips 4341 7177

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

Marine

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

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

Music

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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

Rotary Club of Woy Woy International service club improve lives of communities in Aust. & o/seas. Tues 6pm Everglades Country Club. Don Tee 0428 438 535

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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.

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

If you would like your Community Organisation listed here, call us on 4325 7369

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Out and About

Photographic competition The Killcare Wagstaffe Trust is running a photographic competition with the theme Sandstone. Entries will close on Sunday, March 29, and winners be announced on Good Friday April 3.

Craft centre makes comfort cushions and bags

The gifts are sent to hospitals to pass on to people when they are discharged. The group meets every

Thursday from 12:30pm to 3pm and the afternoons consist of cutting, sewing and stufﬁng the cushions with polyester ﬁlling. For those who can’t sew, there are other tasks that can be performed to help. Last year the group made and donated around 400 kits with the demand increasing each year. With an increasing demand, the group welcomes any donations

of polyester ﬁbre for stufﬁng the cushions and soft cotton fabrics to be made into cushions. Those interested are able to phone Dorothy on 4340 5104 or email pdmdem@tsn.cc or are welcome to attend any Thursday afternoon. Email, 13 Feb 2015 Sue Sullivan, Ettalong Beach Arts and Craft Centre

The Peninsula Diary of Events Wednesday March 4

Sunday March 15

International Women’s Day celebration, Peninsula Women’s Health Centre, 10am-12pm

Wayne Rogers, Diggers, 3pm

Friday March 6

Opera in the Arboretum, Crommelin Native Arboretum, Pearl Beach Dragon, Ettalong Diggers, 8:30pm

Thursday February 26 Woy Woy Self Esteem Group, Peninsula Women’s Health Centre, 10am-12pm

Friday February 27 Woy Woy Little Theatre’s Yes, Prime Minister, Peninsula Theatre

Monday March 2 Lower Piles Creek Magic Walk, Brisbane Water National Park, 10:30am-3:30pm Woy Woy Endeavour View Club meeting, Everglades Country Club, 10:30am

Woy Woy Walking Peninsula Women’s Centre, 9am-1pm

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Saturday March 7 The Rewbies, Patonga Beach Hotel, Peninsula Environment Group annual meeting, Environment Centre, Woy Woy, 10am

Friday March 13 Kids Disco, Ettalong Diggers, 6pm-9pm Raise Foundation’s Bump program information session, Woy Woy, 11:30am-1:30pm

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

Accommodation

Central Coast Art Society Paint Out, Berrima Crescent, Umina Yoga, Health

Emergency

Mingaletta 4342 7515 Aboriginal Home Care 4321 7215 Drug & Alcohol rehab 4388 6360

Tuesday February 24

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

Ambulance, Police, Fire 000

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Organisations

For events in post code areas 2256 and 2257

Wednesday February 25

Newsletter, 8 Feb 2015 Peta Colebatch, WagstaffeKillcare Community Association

Peninsula directory of services, contacts and support groups

Yvonne Robinson, Joyce Barnier, Loraine Bevan, Dorothy Mulholland and Ana Alvarez sitting

Ettalong Beach Arts and Craft Centre has begun working on its Boobs and Bags project which makes comfort cushions and bags for patients recovering from breast cancer surgery.

All photos will be displayed at the Maitland Bay Centre over Easter. To enter, visit www. killcarewagstaffetrust.org.au.

Ettalong

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Friday April 3 Gallery of 6 exhibition, Hardys Bay Community Church, 9am5pm

Saturday April 4 Gallery of 6 exhibition, Hardys Bay Community Church, 9am5pm

Sunday April 5 Gallery of 6 exhibition, Hardys Bay Community Church, 9am5pm

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

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

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

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

Problems, Habits & Addiction

Animal Rescue

Alcoholics Anonymous 4323 3890 Narcotics Anonymous 4325 0524

Wildlife Arc 4325 0666 Wires 1300 094 737

Transport

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

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

Family and Relationships If you’ve got something happening on the Peninsula over the next few weeks, let us know about it and we’ll list it here for you, for free. Contact details are on page 2. See the Coast Community News for events in post code areas 2250, 2251 & 2260 and the Wyong Regional Chronicle for events in post code areas 2258, 2259, 2261, 2262 & 2263

Horizons (For men with children) 4351 5008 Uniting Care Burnside Gosford 1800 067 967

Centacare Gosford 4324 6403 Gosford Family Support Service 4340 1099

Taxi 131 008 Busways 4368 2277 City Rail 131 500

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

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Surf boats compete in Australian Open Four surf boat teams from Ocean Beach competed in the 2015 Navy Australian Open held at Shellharbour from February 20 to 22. The 2015 Navy Australian Open is the culmination of 30 events around Australia held from October 2014 to February this year and is the biggest surf boat racing event in Australia. Divisions of surf boat racing contested included Open Men, Open Women, Reserve Men, Under-23 Men, Under-23 Women, Under-19 Men and Masters. The Ocean Beach Old Salt team competed in the Reserve Male event and the 180 years Male Masters event, the Ocean Beach

Headomy team competed in the Under-23 Male event, the Ocean Beach WooHaa team competed in the Under-23 Female event and the Ocean Beach Fabio’s competed in the Under-19 Male event. Results were not available as Peninsula News went to press. Competitors are volunteer surf lifesavers who patrol beaches and race surf boats. The Navy Australian Open has a race distance of 400 metres, wet starts and finishes, and intense racing with extremely tight finishes. Over 300 crews made up the approximate 1500 competitors from 100 Surf Life Saving Clubs across Australia. Media release, 10 Feb 2015 Darren Saffin, Progressive PR

The victorious winners of the Central Coast Zone 15 Fours Championship, Ettalong Memorial’s Shane White (lead), Aron Sherriff (skip), Lee Trethowan (second) and John Roberts (third)

Ettalong played semi-final catch-up The Ettalong bowls team skipped by Aron Sherriff was forced to play catch-up for a win against Halekulani skipped by Brian Walker in the semi-ﬁnal of the Central Coast Fours Championship played at Ettalong Memorial Bowling Club on Saturday, February 7,. In a post-match team meeting, Sherriff warned his team of Shane White, Lee Trethowan, and John Roberts that they couldn’t afford to start like that in the ﬁnal and expect to beat the experienced Halekulani team of Stephen Edwards, Neil Dell and Bill Constantine led by the

evergreen Lindsay Willding. The words of warning were taken to heart and upfront players White and Trethowan came out firing in the opening ends of the final, with Roberts chipping in when required and Sherriff finishing off with a his display of draw bowling and showing an appreciative crowd why he is a Commonwealth Games medalist. The crowd was full of expectation when Sherriff’s team led 18-nil after eight ends and administrators were searching the record books on what was shaping up to be the biggest walkover in a final. To Willding’s team’s credit,

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$300 million Development Application for the redevelopment of Lakeside Shopping Centre, The Entrance, 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 is Foundation currently being and making connections. “At the moment, a strong record in examined. yong Council’s mayor Cr Doug Eaton is currently in China The site has been The Wyong Education overseas meeting key dignitaries to progress interest and investment they have interests in supporting nominated by Wyong has universities in Ottowa education,” said mayor and Business Precinct in the Shire. Council as an Iconic

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 of the Wuyi University 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.

been identified by council Development Siteprojects and as one of 39 key isrequiring located investment on the corner and of The Entrance Rd state and funding from the Dening St. governments and federal redevelopment to The create more jobs and comprises main opportunitiesthree for Wyong components; a new retail Shire residents. centre, residential tower andMedia hotel/residential tower. release, 13 Jan 2015 The Wyong first of the three Council media stages would see the development of the retail component, including a new supermarket and specialty retail. Office: 120c Erina Street, Gosford The proposed new Phone: 4325 7369 Fax: 4321 0940 Coles shopping centre Mail: PO Box 1056, Gosford 2250 is more than double the E-mail: editorial@centralcoastnews.net size of the existing Coles Website: www.centralcoastnews.net supermarket. Stage two would incorporate the demolition of the existing centre and the development of the remainder of specialty retail, along with parking. The majority of parking would be provided across two basement levels with an increase from the current 190 spaces to 1,357. Stage three would see the construction of the two towers. The two towers would overlook Dening St with the principal tower to contain around 250 residential apartments over 25 levels while the

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

The Bus Hub is proposed to provide activities, games and spaces for play to make waiting for the bus enjoyable. Public art is proposed for these locations which will be detailed in subsequent The offical welcoming ceremony at Kooindah Waters development applications The resort will “We love Wyong, its $100 million here – this for relevant stages. he new owners of Kooindah Waters, Harman Global Holdings, is great news for our beautiful environment continue to be managed The were development officially iswelcomed to Wyong Shire by Council’s mayor community.” and great location, close by the Accor group under expected to generate 660 Doug Eaton at a ceremony on Saturday, January 31. The CEO of Harman to Sydney, made the the Mercure brand and new full time jobs; 80 in Harman 400 Group theThe supermarket, in residential and resort of the resort means Group, Mr Ethan He, decision to invest here Troon Golf will continue to manage the golf course. have to addspecialty a state- development and is hundreds of local jobs applauded Council for pretty easy. the plans additional The 18 hole golf course “We are looking of-the-art retail, 125 hotel, in the more hotel/ pleased to welcome them will be created during its help during the due construction alone with diligence process and for forward to working was designed by Ross housing and15a conference restaurant, convention/ to Wyong Shire. “Tourism is one of many more to follow their enthusiasm for the with Council and the Watson and Craig Parry centre to roles the resort. function and 40 in the and is currently ranked in community through the project. the major planks in our once completed. Mayor Cr Eaton, who residential sector. “Mayor Doug Eaton future development of the Top 100 golf courses “It is great to see a wasAccording at the officialto groundthe Economic Development breaking on Plan as it is a big job company of such high met with us personally Kooindah resort and in Australia. application,ceremony the proposed Wyong Saturday, said the Sydney generator, especially for standing believe in the and has impressed us establishing redevelopment is expected Media release, 4 Feb 2015 based have for a our youth. potential of our area and with his vision for the Shire as a true tourism to be acompany major catalyst Wyong Council media destination.” “Further development are willing to invest over area,” Mr He said. proven record in economictrack expansion at The Entrance Town Centre with job creation, improvement of convenience shopping Office: 120c Erina Street, Gosford for current and future Phone: 4325 7369 Fax: 4321 0940 signifi residents, significant ficant Mail: PO Box 1056, Gosford 2250 improvements to the E-mail: editorial@centralcoastnews.net public domain and Website: www.centralcoastnews.net addition of truly iconic building elements to the town centre. The development would have minimal environmental impacts and positive social and economic impacts. The original Lakeside Shopping Centre was constructed in the 1970s and has been owned by the An artist’s impression of the Lakeside Shopping Centre redevelopment Dunnet Group for almost above the podium which podium with frontage to Hub on The Entrance Rd. 30 years. It is proposed that the would provide outdoor The Entrance Rd. Over the last two Also to be included Piazza includes spaces decades, space and amenities for the additional enjoyment of residents and in the redevelopment for people to socialize, sit adjoining sites have been visitors. would be the creation of a informally, green spaces acquired to create the Thirty-six apartments Piazza public space at the and plinths for temporary redevelopment site. would also be located northern end of the site artworks and performance, over three levels above the facing Dening St and a Bus among other things. DA1080/2014, 25 Nov 2014

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

second tower would accommodate a further 110 residential apartments over 11 levels and a 100 room hotel located in the lower six levels. An Oasis level is proposed to be lofted

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Tim Cahill said that “smashing a World Record is not just for the fun of it”. “Inactivity continues to be a big problem for Aussie kids and we believe that getting kids engaged in exercise where they are rewarded for participating is part of the solution,” said Cahill. Australia ﬁnished 14th of 15 countries studied in the Global Report Card on Kids’ Physical Activity. Worldwide, children’s ﬁtness has been declining at the rate of

three to ﬁve per cent per decade since 1970, with Aussies listed as the third worst in terms of our screen-time levels on television, computers and videogames Sanitarium, with the support of the NSW Government, has expanded the series to four NSW events and 13 events across Australia. Media release, 8 Feb 2015 Sheree Dell, Sanitarium Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon

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Surf club initiates clean-up program Around 60 under-6s and 7s nippers from Umina Surf Life Saving Club participated in an initiative to reduce plastics polluting the beach and the ocean on Sunday, February 15. “The Take Three Program was introduced into our club by one of our members, Sarah Beard, and now Oliver Shepherd has become one of our representative ambassadors for the program at the surf club,” said club publicity officer Ms Christine Lavers. “Each year six million tonnes of rubbish finds its way into our oceans. “This is three times the equivalent of the amount of fish caught for us to eat. “The main culprit of this is plastic, which severely impacts the 77 different types of marine species in Australia. “The Take Three message is simple: Take three pieces of rubbish with you when you leave the beach, waterway or anywhere

and you have made a difference. “As the largest group using the beach in Australia, this simple message is a perfect fit for surf lifesaving clubs and their members,” said Ms Lavers. The 60 nippers, along with their parents and officials from Umina Surf Club, cleaned an area of approximately 9000 metres, while having fun, learning and removing approximately 200 kilograms of rubbish from the beach. “As the first surf club on the Central Coast to partner with Take Three, Umina hopes that every other club on the Coast will join this fantastic program acting as a catalyst for change in community behaviour,” Ms Lavers said. Umina Surf Life Saving Club will hold a major beach cleanup prior to the end of the surf season in which all members and the community will be invited to participate.

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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 - 23 0531 - 0.33 1141 - 1.61 1750 - 0.35 THU - 26 0207 - 1.55 0849 - 0.57 1445 - 1.21 2037 - 0.63 SUN - 1 0519 - 1.55 1204 - 0.53 1804 - 1.27 2344 - 0.60 WED - 4 0110 - 0.51 0729 - 1.64 1355 - 0.41 1958 - 1.45 SAT - 7 0259 - 0.44 0911 - 1.63 1524 - 0.39 2133 - 1.55

TUE - 24 0011 - 1.66 0631 - 0.42 1235 - 1.44 1839 - 0.46 FRI - 27 0315 - 1.52 1004 - 0.59 1603 - 1.18 2145 - 0.66 MON - 2 0609 - 1.58 1246 - 0.48 1847 - 1.34 THU - 5 0147 - 0.47 0803 - 1.66 1425 - 0.39 2030 - 1.49 SUN - 8 0335 - 0.45 0945 - 1.58 1554 - 0.41 2206 - 1.56

WED - 25 0106 - 1.61 0737 - 0.51 1335 - 1.30 1934 - 0.56 SAT - 28 0421 - 1.52 1111 - 0.57 1712 - 1.21 2248 - 0.64 TUE - 3 0030 - 0.55 0651 - 1.62 1322 - 0.44 1924 - 1.40 FRI - 6 0223 - 0.45 0837 - 1.65 1454 - 0.38 2100 - 1.52 MON - 9 0414 - 0.47 1020 - 1.52 1625 - 0.45 2242 - 1.56

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Charity bowls day Woy Woy Bowling Club’s February Charity Bowls Day raised $700 for Central Coast Kids in Need, bringing the yearly total so far to $3000. Forty-four bowlers turned up on

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