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Woy Woy Motor Registry office is facing closure

Motor registry closure petition signed by 6000 A petition to stop the closure of Woy Woy Motor Registry has been signed by over 6000 Peninsula residents in the past two weeks. Member for Gosford Ms Kathy Smith said the response from the community had been “enormous” and more signatures are being added every day. “I have written to the NSW Minister for Roads, Maritime and Freight Mr Duncan Gay, outlining the huge community opposition

to the closing of this service,” Ms Smith said. “We are waiting on his formal reply. “Questions have also been asked in Parliament and will continue to be asked.” Ms Smith said her aim was to gather 10,000 signatures in order to fight the closure which is scheduled to occur on Saturday, August 8. “We ask that people to visit my office at 20 Blackwall Road, Woy Woy, to sign as quickly as they can.

Child airlifted A five-year-old Umina child was airlifted to Sydney after being hit by a car at Umina on the afternoon of Thursday, May 21. Emergency services were called to Trafalgar Ave at about 4:40pm after reports a car had hit a child. The boy was assessed by paramedics for a suspected broken leg and other minor injuries.

He was airlifted to the children’s hospital at Westmead for further treatment. The driver of the car stopped after the crash and rendered assistance to the child. He underwent a roadside breath test which returned a negative result. Inquiries into the events leading up to the crash are still continuing. Media release, 21 May 2015 NSW Police

“We can post petitions to those who cannot get into my office,” she said. The NSW Minister responsible for the decision to close the Woy Woy registry is the Minister for Finance, Services and Property Mr Dominic Perrottet. Media release, 4 June 2015 Suzanne King, Office of Kathy Smith

Wicks seeks reversal of decision Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks has written to NSW Premier Mr Mike Baird to urge him to reconsider the decision to close the Woy Woy Motor Registry. The Federal Member has made representations about the registry closure, which is a State Government issue, after being approached by Peninsula

residents. “Members of the Woy Woy and Umina community have informed me this could have a significant impact on their ability to access important services, especially elderly residents who may no longer be able to drive,” Ms Wicks said. Media statement, 5 June 2015 Tim Sowden, Office of Lucy Wicks

Lone Pine Ave to be upgraded Work has commenced to upgrade Lone Pine Ave, Umina. Last year residents petitioned Gosford Council and noted that the road had become dangerous due to wear and tear. At the time, residents suggested that because Lone Pine Ave was named after the Battle of Lone Pine at Gallipoli the Anzac Centenary would have been a good time to upgrade the

road. According to council minutes, Lone Pine Ave is a major thoroughfare to local main roads; which also has large amounts of local traffic servicing nearby residents. “When the weather is wet, the road becomes one-way due to flooding on the verges. It is also unsafe for pedestrians alighting buses due to the lack of footpaths and potholes,” the residents’ petition said.

The matter was referred to the council’s construction planning and management division. It has since been progressed to a major upgade that included improvements to drainage and footpaths. Media release, 26 February 2015 Paul Anderson, Gosford Council

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A total rainfall of 115.5mm was recorded on the Peninsula during May. This was 31.3 per cent above the average rainfall for the month of 88mm, according to figures supplied by Mr Jim Morrison of Woy Woy. The May total brought the cumulative total for the year to 1060.4mm, which is about two thirds (68.9 per cent) more than the average year-to-date rainfall at the end of May of 628mm. Less than 200mm rainfall is now needed to bring the year’s rainfall total to the annual average of 1249mm. This would be achieved if the rainfall for June was just 16 per cent higher than its average of 162mm. In the first five days of June, only 5.5mm of rain has been recorded.

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Gosford City Chamber of Commerce and Industry president, Ms Alison Vidler, said a Joint Regional Planning Panel (JRPP) meeting held at Erina on April 28 failed to make a decision about the development. Local residents and business representatives who attended the meeting at Erina were told at its commencement that the JRPP could not make a decision about the developments because the relevant Gosford City Council reports and recommendations had

not been published in the panel’s website in sufficient time prior to the meeting. This was the second JRPP delay in one month as the original meeting, scheduled for April 23, was also postponed. As a result, the JRPP will not be able to make its decision regarding the two developments until May 14, Ms Vidler said. “So, in other words, because of a bungle by the NSW Planning Department, our city’s future is once again put on hold and delayed,” Ms Vidler said in

a letter to NSW Minister for Planning, Gordon Stokes, “Many people from our community took time out of their very busy day to speak on both developments that were already passed by council staff,” she said. The Mariner’s Plaza project is being developed by Gosford City Development Pty Ltd and has an estimated value of $190 million. The project will comprise of two residential towers above a podium containing a hotel, licensed pub, retail spaces and supermarket.

It will comprise 134 rooms over 7 levels and provide underground parking for 135 cars. The mixed development proposed for the corner or Erina Street and Henry Parry Drive has an estimated value of $36.6 million. Ms Vidler said she received a response to her letter to Minister Stokes “within an hour of sending the email” and she is waiting for confirmation of a meeting with the Minister. She said she intends to ask the minister why the region still needs a JRPP at all.

“It is the panel’s job to assess the development, to get people to speak on behalf or against, then, usually at that meeting, the JRPP will get to approve it. “Originally the JRPP was created because, at that point in time, councils were seen to be dysfunctional, let’s be honest. “But now our council is far from what it used to be in regards to being dysfunctional; it has come a long way.” Ms Vidler said the developments had both been approved by Gosford City Council staff and,

based on submissions received from the public, have the approval of 95% of the community. Ms Vidler said she is hopeful the May 14 JRPP meeting goes ahead and gets to approve the developments. Meanwhile, the Gosford City Chamber of Commerce and Industry will make the most of its meeting with the minister to ask for more local representatives on the JRPP and to question whether it is needed at all.

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Gosford Council will defend its refusal of the contentious proposed boarding house at Ettalong Beach in the NSW Land and Environment Court. The Council voted six to four last Wednesday, May 6, to cease conciliation proceedings in the court and defend its refusal of the applicant’s original proposal last year. Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna said the public opposition to the boarding house was too significant to ignore even though council had managed to argue for major changes as part of the current amended proposal. “We realise that council staff have negotiated a number of major changes to the original proposal, in response to both our and the

community’s concerns, after the applicant appealed to the court about council’s refusal last year,” Cr McKinna said. “However, we also recognise that the community remains concerned about whether this boarding house proposal will fit with the character of the local Ettalong area, and whether it has been designed with proper regard to social impacts. “Given the ongoing opposition from local residents across the Peninsula, Council has decided the matter should be defended rather than continue with the current conciliation proceedings,” he said. Council’s general manager Paul Anderson has been instructed to advise the Land and Environment Court that council wishes to cease the current conciliation

proceedings and list the matter for hearing. “Ultimately, it will be up to the court to determine the fate of this boarding house proposal,” Cr McKinna added. “Defending planning decisions in the court is not something councillors take lightly, especially given the potential cost to the wider Gosford community. “However, in light of the serious concerns that are still held as well as the groundswell of opposition from the local community, we believe it is important to defend our original refusal,” he said. The Peninsula Chamber of Commerce welcomed Council’s decision to discontinue the current mediation process in the Land and Environment Court and reject the amended boarding house plans currently on exhibition.

“The chamber realises how difficult this boarding house application has been for the council but, clearly, the community considers this application inappropriate for the location,” said Chamber president Mr Matthew Wales. “This is a view shared by the chamber. “Council’s decision to defend the appeal is welcome news and is in direct response to the community’s expectations. “Both the Chamber and the Ettalong Beach community looked for Council’s support and achieved it,” he said. According to Mr Wales, the changes negotiated by council during the mediation process were never going to be acceptable. “Whether 24 or 30 boarding rooms, the social impacts on the

community were always going to be considerable,” he said. Inadequate parking and traffic congestion were other major concerns to the community especially adjacent to the busy Ferry Road wharf, Mr Wales said. “We all understand that the Court will ultimately make the final decision but both the chamber and the community are relieved that the council will now defend the matter in a full court hearing.” Email, 6 May 2015 Matthew Wales, Peninsula Chamber of Commerce Media release, 6 May 2015 Cr Lawrie McKinna, Gosford Council Gosford Council NM.3, 6 May 2015 Reporter: Jackie Pearson

Current vacant land on corner of Erina St and Henry Parry Dve Inset: Artist’s impression of the 12 storey building

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Map of proposed Mardi development

“These lands support submissions relating to flooding, fire risks, and

ands Off the Old Farm (HOOF) held a public meeting at Wyong agricultural production the Mardi development social impacts. RSL on Tuesday, May 12 to discuss the old farm development and contain water supply up until Friday May 15. The group is also proposed for Mardi, west of the freeway. “Many local Residents objecting to what it catchments which must

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According to HOOF, the proposal would rezone 224 hectares of land currently zoned rural, or for environmental protection or management, to allow 300 dwellings plus a commercial area. “One of the main issues is that this opens up areas for development west of the freeway,” HOOF spokesperson, Ms Trish Cselko said. “It has been a

long-standing state government policy that there be no intensification of development west of the freeway,” she said. Ms Cselko said 59 people attended the meeting and passed a resolution to oppose the rezoning of the old farm land. The meeting also passed a resolution to oppose small lot residential expansion west of the M1

Motorway. The Central Coast Regional Strategy (2006-2031) stated that it would limit expansion of the urban footprint by protecting land west of the F3 freeway from further residential development. It noted that the western half of the region (west of the Freeway) is largely comprised of the Central Coast plateaus and Wyong valleys.

be protected from urban and rural residential uses,” Ms Cselko said. “If this proposal gets through there will be no stopping council’s allowing developers to destroy our drinking water catchment areas and agricultural lands.” According to HOOF, community opposition is building to the proposed development. Wyong Council extended the due date for

have concerns about this considers to be a lack proposal,” Ms Cselko of public consultation, a lack of data about said. HOOF has already how much land will be made submissions destroyed and the impact to council outlining on existing rate payers its opposition to the of the cost of sewer and water services. proposed development. Objections include: Email, 8 May 2015 its proximity to Mardi Trish Cselko, Hands Off the Dam and the state forest, Old Farm (HOOF) the destruction of forest Interview, 13 May 2015 vegetation and fauna. Trish Cselko, Hands Off the Old Farm HOOF is also Powerpoint presentation concerned about traffic 12 May 2015 on Old Maitland Rd, HOOF

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The existing Union Hotel on the corner of Mann St and Donnison St Inset: An artist’s impression of Mariners Plaza

should he green light has finally been given for two major developments developments in the Gosford CBD, bringing the value of total approvals in the encourage further major development projects, CBD, since October 2014, up to over for $300 million.

The Hunter and Central Coast Joint Regional Planning Panel (JRPP) gave the go ahead for two landmark developments at its third meeting on Thursday, May 14. The JRPP approved a $157 million mixed use development right in the heart of Mann St and a $36.6 million retail and shop top housing development in Erina St. According to Gosford Council, the development on the corner of Mann St and Donnison St includes a podium with two towers above rising up to 28 storeys. It will house a 134-room hotel, a supermarket and 276 residential apartments. The development will include 476 on-site car parking spaces and commercial and retail premises.

The development on the corner of Erina St and Henry Parry Dr includes a podium with two towers above rising up to 15 storeys. It will include 180 residential units, 184 onsite car parking spaces and retail premises. Gosford mayor, Cr Lawrie McKinna hailed the decision as the defining moment in Gosford’s rejuvenation. “There’s no doubt that the approval of these two landmark developments has now set the course for Gosford’s destiny,” Cr McKinna said. “Just the economic and social benefits that will flow from having a much needed tourist facility in Gosford as well as an iconic structure to identify the city centre are set to be massive. “This is the game changer we knew Gosford needed and the one we’ve

been working so hard for over the last two years.” Gosford Council’s CEO, Mr Paul Anderson said Gosford’s new era of growth and opportunity had well and truly arrived after the panel’s decision. “These approvals go with the $120.8 million worth of development council has already approved since October last year,” Mr Anderson said. “I think it’s safe to say that the cranes are coming to the skies over Gosford along with the world-class city the Central Coast deserves,” he said. “The approval of these two landmark developments… represents an historic day for the revitalisation of our city,” said Gosford City Chamber president, Ms Ali Vidler. She said approval of these two substantial

employment and economic growth in the Gosford CBD. “Gosford City Chamber of Commerce can’t wait to see the cranes in the CBD. “They have been a long time coming,” Ms Vidler said. Federal Member for Robertson, Ms Lucy Wicks MP, said the JRPP go ahead was a welcomed and a landmark decision. “Congratulations must go to Gosford Council and all who have been working hard to deliver on this important milestone for the Central Coast,” Ms Wicks said. “This demonstrates the value of believing in Gosford as the capital city of the Central Coast. “I applaud Gosford mayor, Cr Lawrie McKinna, CEO Mr Paul Anderson, the councillors and the panel for recognising why we must rejuvenate Gosford. “This is certainly a new

era of jobs, growth and opportunity for our region and it’s clear that there will be significant ongoing economic and social benefits. “Our community is set to thrive on the back of these positive announcements for Gosford, which will have flow on effects for the entire Central Coast. “The announcement caps an historic week for the Coast, and demonstrates why we need to keep investing in, and continue to fight for, our great Central Coast,” Ms Wicks said. The State Member for Terrigal, Mr Adam Crouch MP, also welcomed the news that the two developments had been approved. “These key developments will pave the way for future residential and commercial projects in the Gosford town centre at a time when the CBD is in urgent need of economic stimulus,” said Mr. Crouch. “The decision by the JRPP mirrors community

sentiment in that these developments are a catalyst for positive change and growth” he said. Council had recommended that the JRPP approve both developments, but the panel’s decision had been deferred due to administrative errors at its first two meetings to discuss them. Significant developments worth over $20 million must be referred to the JRPP for approval.

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Member for Gosford Ms Kathy Smith said she was fighting to have the decision reversed. She has started a petition which is available to sign in her Woy Woy office. “We will keep rolling with the petition until people stop wanting to sign it,” Ms Smith said. Local retailers are making the petition available in their outlets and residents are taking copies to circulate in their own neigbourhoods, Ms Smith said. “The nature of the Peninsula is that many of its residents are ederly and after a certain age they have restricted licenses that only allow them to drive within a five kilometre area,” Ms Smith said. Peninsula Chamber of Commerce is also opposing the closure. “This is totally unacceptable and means the loss of a valuable public service shop front that caters for over 35,000 people on the Peninsula,” said Chamber president Mr Matthew Wales. “We are told that the motor registry is to be merged with the new Services NSW facility in Gosford leaving local residents without any access to RMS services on the Peninsula,” he said. “Staff were only advised of the RMS’s decision on Tuesday, May 12. “The local business community is completely shocked by this decision which has been made without any community consultation whatsoever. “For as long as I can remember, the Peninsula has had a motor registry and it absolutely baffles me why the NSW Government would shift the service all the way to Gosford.” Mr Wales said he considered the current Woy Woy office to be a community service that provided

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Services NSW has announced that it intends to close the Woy Woy Motor Registry Office in Victoria St on Saturday, August 8, and a wave of protest has started.

Gosford Council has voted to fight the original Ettalong Boarding House proposal at a hearing in the Land and Environment Court - Artist impression

“Developments over $20 It will deliver a brand new NSW Department of Planning error has been blamed for delaying the approval of two significant Gosford developments: the premium hotel with function million can’t be approved ‘Mariner’s Plaza’ development on the corner of Mann St and rooms, gym and pool deck by our local council; the Donnison St and the mixed development on the corner of Erina St and with associated restaurants decision has to go to the JRPP,” she said. and bar. Henry Parry Drive.

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Revised design for upgrade of Pacific Hwy through Wyong on display

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Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks has written to NSW Premier Mr Mike Baird to urge him to reconsider the decision to close the Woy Woy Motor Registry. The Federal Member has made representations about the registry closure, which is a State Government issue, after being approached by Peninsula

An artist's impression of the three-tower Waterside concept for the old Froggy's site in Mann St Gosford

A section of the revised plans to widen the Pacific Hwy through Wyong Town Centre Member for Gosford, Ms Kathy Smith MP and Shadow Minister for the Central Coast, Mr David Harris MP outside the Woy Woy Motor Registry with concerned residents

convenience to a large local population and particularly the elderly. “At a time when we are trying to improve local services and keep people off the already congested road system, this decision is completely at odds with community expectations,” he said. “Woy Woy and the Peninsula do not need less government services. We need more. So the decision to close the motor registry is ridiculous.” The Chamber will be making urgent representations to the NSW Government to have the closure postponed, he said. Shadow Minister for the Central Coast, Mr David Harris, has also spoken out against the closure. According to his office, the community will only accept either a

reversal of the decision or its own service centre in Woy Woy at the existing registry site. Service NSW has claimed that Gosford and surrounding areas were “reaping the benefits of the one-stop shop service centre which opened at Gosford’s former motor registry site in October 2013”. Operations director Mr Graham Tobin said that, in line with its mission of increasing services and reducing duplication, it made sense for current motor registry operations at Woy Woy to be relocated to the Gosford Service NSW service centre. “We’ve spent a long time looking at how to offer the best services across the Central Coast,” he said. “Given the significant overlap of customer catchment areas, it’s logical to concentrate face-to-face

customer activity at Gosford. “Service NSW is an entirely new service, combining a host of government transactions from one convenient location. Sites have to be chosen carefully to cater for all customers. “By providing our services from the nearby Gosford location we can guarantee the community of the Central Coast a higher standard of service and greater access to these government services. “The Gosford site was also chosen for its large capacity and access to other services, allowing customers to combine a visit to the centre with shopping or other activities. “The Woy Woy site isn’t suitable for such a centre because it can’t accommodate the Service NSW footprint,” Mr Tobin said.

“This would impact on our ability to deliver quality and speedy service for the full suite of transactions we offer.” Mr Tobin emphasised that customers wanting to complete government transactions also had convenient and “unprecedented” on-line and 24/7 phone access, meaning most transactions could be done off-site at times that suit customers. Plans are underway for more Service NSW service centres to open at Wyong, Wallsend and Toukley. Media release, 15 May 2015 Matthew Watson, Service NSW Media release, 13 May 2015 Matthew Wales, Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

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Revised plans for widening the pacific Hwy through Wyong are on display until Friday, June 19

oads and Maritime Services NSW has announced the revised concept design and Ms Lynne Webster said traffic congestion design for the future upgrade of the Pacific Hwy through Wyong. preparing the review of she encouraged residents Wyong.

The design is currently on display for community feedback and the public has until Friday, June 19 to make submissions to Roads and Maritime Services. “The NSW Government allocated $3 million this year to continue planning for the upgrade which would provide two lanes in each direction between Johnson Rd at Tuggerah and Cutler Dve at Wyong,” a Roads and Maritime Services

spokesperson said. “After feedback to the community display in July 2013 and additional technical investigations, the initial design has been substantially revised. “It now presents a whole of transport solution integrating the rail interchange with bus, taxi, disabled and short term parking to benefit the wider community. “The revised design includes upgrading the existing intersection at Church St and new

traffic light intersections at Rose St, Anzac Ave, North Rd and Cutler Dve to improve safety and access for all road users on the highway.” Roads and Maritime Services is continuing to work closely with Transport for NSW rail planners to ensure the proposed road upgrade aligns with future rail requirements. “Feedback received will be considered by Roads and Maritime when finalising the

environmental factors, which is scheduled to be displayed for community comment later this year,” the spokesperson said. “Roads and Maritime will continue to work with the community and stakeholders during the planning process to identify issues and minimise the potential impact of the proposed upgrade and building activities.” Wyong Council welcomed the state government announcement. Wyong’s deputy mayor,

to go online and look at the revised proposal and have their say about it. “Upgrading the Pacific Hwy through Wyong is on our wish list to help transform the area,” Ms Webster said. “Leading up to the state election, we had a list of 39 projects we wanted the state government to help fund to improve the shire and prepare us for an influx of new residents in the future.” Wyong Council’s roads and drainage manager, Mr Peter Murray said this project would reduce

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“This upgrade will open up one of the biggest road bottlenecks in our shire,” Mr Murray said. “Not only will it ease congestion, it will assist with public transport through better integration of the bus/ rail interchange, improve safety for pedestrians and improve access through the Wyong CBD,” Mr Murray said. Media release, 21 May 2015 Peter McBride, Zenith Optimedia Media release, 19 May 2015 Wyong Council media

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osford-based chartered accountants, Robson Partners have started a petition at change.org to ‘give Waterside development the green light’.

By around 12:00pm on Monday, June 1, the online petition had been signed by 106 people. “We are calling on all the residents of the Central Coast to get behind this initiative and help revitalise our city, by showing their support in signing this petition,” the petition preamble at change. org said. Robson Partners have been particularly vocal in their support of the redevelopment of the Froggy’s site in Mann St Gosford called ‘Waterside’. ‘Waterside’ is a $180 million proposal by Chinese businessman, Mr Jiang Wang and a company called New Hong Kong Macau Australia Pty Ltd. “It will feature three towers,

graduating from 26 storeys to 34 storeys with residential units, hotel rooms, retail outlets, restaurants and an open-plan walk-through area connecting the city centre to the Gosford waterfront,” said Robson Partners director, Mr Troy Marchant. Mr Marchant said Robson Partners are supportive of the Waterside development because: “First and foremost, sitting above everything, we have had our accountancy practice sitting in Gosford for 25 years, so we are naturally supportive of development in the CBD and in the region,” Mr Marchant said. “Because of the flow-on effects it has on businesses, basically because it is good for jobs,” he said.

According to Mr Marchant, recognising and utilising the natural assets of the Gosford waterfront is a critical step forward is recognising and developing Gosford to its full potential as a place to live and work. “Developments like this will only spawn more developments and act as a catalyst to drive other ventures and give the Gosford CBD the drive it needs. “We need to encourage people who have the drive to make Gosford great,” he said. Mr Caine King, director of CKDS Architecture, the East Gosford architectural firm that is designing the Waterside concept for Mr Wang said he is currently working with

Gosford Council to ensure the development application will be well received by the Joint Regional Planning Panel (JRPP) which is responsible for approving developments worth over $20 million. He said he is hoping that a strong response to the change.org petition will help the developer’s case with both Gosford Council and the JRPP. The current design concept, which is currently undertaking a review, incorporates a proposed new bus interchange in Baker St, the preservation of the heritage clock tower in Mann St and will include an entertainment and retail quarter with a large pedestrian forecourt. Mr King said the original design may need to be reworked because New Hong Kong Macau Australia Pty

Ltd had not been shortlisted to develop the new home for the Australian Taxation Office in Gosford, as promised by the Federal Government. The commercial component of the development may need to be scaled back now the company is out of the running to accommodate the ATO. The number of residential units included in the development (572 in the current DA) is also under review. Mr King said that now the Mariners Plaza development on the corner of Mann St and Donnison St has been approved, he also needs to do a “very extensive” assessment of how Waterside will impact on the views from the Mariners Plaza. “We are not going to alter our concept but we do have to justify what we are doing

and the impact that will have on the Mariners’ Plaza views,” he said. Mr King said the current floor space ratio of the Waterside development is 8% whereas the Mariners’ Plaza gained JRPP approval at over 9%. “We are a much bigger site and have a lot more social benefit because of the hotel, proposed bus interchange, heritage item and entertainment precinct,” he said.

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residents. “Members of the Woy Woy and Umina community have informed me this could have a significant impact on their ability to access important services, especially elderly residents who may no longer be able to drive,” Ms Wicks said. Media statement, 5 June 2015 Tim Sowden, Office of Lucy Wicks

Minister defends registry closure Minister for Finance, Services and Property Mr Dominic Perrottet has defended the decision to close the Woy Woy Motor Registry.

6000 residents have signed the petition appealing for Woy Woy Motor Registry to stay open

A petition to stop the closure of Woy Woy Motor Registry has been signed by over 6000 Peninsula residents in the past two weeks. Member for Gosford Ms Kathy Smith said the response from the community had been “enormous” and more signatures are being added every day. “I have written to the NSW Minister for Roads, Maritime and Freight Mr Duncan Gay, outlining the huge community opposition

to the closing of this service,” Ms Smith said. “We are waiting on his formal reply. “Questions have also been asked in Parliament and will continue to be asked.” Ms Smith said her aim was to gather 10,000 signatures in order to fight the closure which is scheduled to occur on Saturday, August 8. “We ask that people to visit my office at 20 Blackwall Road, Woy Woy, to sign as quickly as they can.

“We can post petitions to those who cannot get into my office,” she said. The NSW Minister responsible for the decision to close the Woy Woy registry is the Minister for Finance, Services and Property Mr Dominic Perrottet. Email, 4 June 2015 Suzanne King, Office of Kathy Smith

“I appreciate the merger of the services of the Woy Woy Motor Registry into the Gosford Service NSW Centre is a change for the community and we will continue to provide information to residents and businesses in the coming weeks,” Mr Perrottet said. “However, the intent of Service NSW is to offer a one-stop shop service where people can access more than 800 different transactions from 16 different government agencies in one place,” he said. “The Service NSW centre at

Gosford has more services, lower waiting times, ease of access, more modern offices, extended trading hours and you can book an appointment at a time that suits you to avoid the queues. “I encourage local residents to visit the Service NSW centre to give it a try and I am confident that the Central Coast community will also embrace the one stop shop concept. “We understand there are a small number of elderly residents in this area with driving restrictions and we are happy to consider their requirements on a case-by-case basis,” he said. Media statement, 4 June 2015 Nigel Freitas, Office of Dominic Perrottet

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Probus Club opposes registry closure The Umina Peninsula Probus Club has unanimously voted at its May meeting to protest the closure of the Woy Woy Motor Registry and to write to those who may be able to assist in reversing the decision. “Our membership covers an age span of 40 years,” said the club’s spokesperson, Ms Margaret Whiting. “Our oldest member is 101 and still comes to meetings. “We moved to the Peninsula because of its easy access to all the services, businesses and shopping we needed now and in the foreseeable future. “We are very aware of the impact losing the services now available at the Woy Woy Registry will have on every resident in this area,” she said. Umina Peninsula Probus members have sent letters to NSW premier Mr Bruce Baird MP and to the Minister for Roads, Maritime and Freight Mr Duncan Gay. “We hope they will be able to assist in reversing the decision to close the Woy Woy Registry which we have been able to rely on for

friendly, helpful service for more than 50 years,” Ms Whiting said. “We do not need 800 services but we do need to keep those we have,” she said. The club’s letter to Mr Baird said: “Taking public transport from the Peninsula to Gosford to transact government motor business involves a long uphill walk to the Service NSW centre in Gosford. “Alternatively taxi fares from the Peninsula would be $40 to $50. “Pensioners, the elderly and the disabled will be particularly adversely affected. “Not all necessary motor services can be handled on line. “Eye tests and photo ID for licences, the obtaining of learners’ permits, disabled parking permits and driving tests both to obtain licences and, in the case of the elderly, retain licences must be done in person. “The elderly undergoing tests to retain licences or restricted licences would be more comfortable undergoing them in their local area,” the letter said. The letter to Mr Gay said: “For over 60 years this registry has been providing a highly valued,

public shop front for necessary services for people living and working on the Peninsula. “It currently services over 35,000 people who, for a variety of reasons, chose to do their business and shopping within the Peninsula. “While Service NSW’s new customer service centres, such as the one in Gosford, do allow customers to access a vast array of government services, for the majority of residents living on the Peninsula, this is completely irrelevant. “For the most part, they simply want to maintain the existing access to a local motor registry where they can conduct those transactions that can’t be done on line.” Ms Whiting said the club was calling on the Minister to consider the needs of the people living and working on the Peninsula and reverse the decision to close Woy Woy’s motor registry. Letters, 26 May 2015 Margaret Whiting, Umina Peninsula Probus Club

6000 residents have signed the petition appealing for Woy Woy Motor Registry to stay open

Minister defends closure Minister for Finance, Services and Property Mr Dominic Perrottet has defended the decision to close the Woy Woy Motor Registry. “I appreciate the merger of the services of the Woy Woy Motor Registry into the Gosford Service NSW Centre is a change for the community and we will continue to provide information to residents and businesses in the coming weeks,” Mr Perrottet said. “However, the intent of Service NSW is to offer a one-stop shop service where people can access more than 800 different transactions from 16 different government agencies in one place,” he said. “The Service NSW centre at

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Gosford has more services, lower waiting times, ease of access, more modern offices, extended trading hours and you can book an appointment at a time that suits you to avoid the queues. “I encourage local residents to visit the Service NSW centre to give it a try and I am confident that the Central Coast community will also embrace the one stop shop concept. “We understand there are a small number of elderly residents in this area with driving restrictions and we are happy to consider their requirements on a case-by-case basis,” he said. Media statement, 4 June 2015 Nigel Freitas, Office of Dominic Perrottet


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Darrell Pannowitz receives OAM Mr Darrell Pannowitz has been awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for service to the community of Umina in the Queen’s Birthday 2015 Honours List. Mr Pannowitz is chairman of the Peninsula Retirement Village and has been a director for 12 years. He founded the Umina Beach Men’s Shed is 2012 and is currently its convenor. Mr Pannowitz has been a partner of Tonkin Drysdale solicitors since 1989 and has lead the firm’s litigation team since 1988. He is honorary solicitor of the Everglades Country Club, a position he has held since 1988 and has performed the same role for the Ocean Beach Surf Club since 1993. Mr Pannowitz said the recognition came as a great surprise. “Never in my wildest dreams would I have expected anything like this,” he said. His commitment to service of the community of Umina and the Peninsula as a whole started with his involvement with the Peninsula Retirement Village in 1988.

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His decision to start the Umina Men’s Shed came out of that affiliation. “I could just see the need for something like that in the community. “It is different from other men’s sheds because it is very community-minded. “It is there for the community,” he said. Mr Pannowitz is currently serving as president of the Men’s Shed where he is an active “hobby” wood turner and enjoys making a contribution to the

shed by sharing his wood turning knowledge and skills. “Since it was founded in 2012 we have had 130 men through the shed and we currently have over 70 active members with others who come and go,” he said. Mr Pannowitz is now aged 60 and lives at Davistown with his wife, Sharon. They have three adult children. “My oldest son is a master painter decorator in Newcastle, I have a daughter living in Tascott and another child in Wollongong,” he said.

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Bells proposals not discussed as quorum fails The absence of three councillors and the declared interest of others has meant Gosford Council has been unable to make a decision about the proposed Bells Living and Bells Green developments. A rescission motion relating to the proposals could not be debated by Gosford Council at its meeting on Tuesday, May 26, due to the lack of a quorum. Cr Jim Mcfadyen, Cr Chris Burke and Cr Jeff Stricksen had been granted leave of absence for the meeting. At the meeting, Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna and Cr Gabby Bowles declared significant nonpecuniary interests in the matter. Cr Bocking and Cr Morris declared less than significant non-

pecuniary interest. As a result, a rescission motion could not be discussed. Cr Jim Mcfadyen, Cr Deanna Bocking and Cr Bob Ward had previously given notice that they would move “that council rescind its resolution of 12 May 2015 in respect of GOV.46”. They had also given notice that they would move: “At the request of the applicant this matter be deferred for the applicant to consult with the community, after this consultation the site inspection would take place at a future date.” It had previously been agreed that council undertake a site inspection of the planning proposal at Killcare Heights on Tuesday, May 19 and that, following the inspection, Council consider the planning proposal. The site visit did not occur

as scheduled on May 19 at the request of the applicant. Discussion of the motion to rescind the resolutions made at the May 12 meeting has been deferred until May 26 meeting. Killcare community member, Ms Susan Brooks said the community had had no contact from the planning consultants, the development company nor the council in relation to the development proposal since the site visit was cancelled. “We’ve got an undertaking from the planning consultant that they will come back to the community when they revise the concept so we await the next step,” Ms Brooks said. Gosford Council agenda NM.4, 26 May 2015 Interview: Susan Brooks, 4 June 2015 Jackie Pearson, journalist

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Community Environment Network Gosford Coastal Open Space For the past 15 years, Gosford Ratepayers have been paying special rates for a variety of purposes.

Chairman’s Comments May has been a furiously busy month for CEN with members and the public concerned at the many rezoning’s being proposed which could have a major impact on their neighbourhood, homes and lifestyles. Our call last month for volunteers has seen an increase in people getting involved and joining Waterwatch and other voluntary or community based activities. Wyong Council acted to change tree clearing laws, while Gosford approved a chicken slaughterhouse in March. CEN is very concerned by these decisions and the impact on locals and their environment. Nonetheless, people are stepping up and getting involved to save the environment. If you would like a speaker for your meetings or want help or to obtain advice, give CEN a call on 4349-4756 or email cen@ cen.org.au.

One of these was the Coastal Open Space Scheme (COSS), known as the “COSS Levy”. The special rates were paying off a loan and this ended in June 2014.

Instead of consulting with the community, council decided to continue to receive that money and to put it into general revenue. CEN believes the same amount as the “COSS Levy” should continue to be allocated to the maintenance and acquisition of COSS bushlands.

Wyong Spot Rezonings Spot Rezonings in Wyong are busy as ever. Communities were recently involved over rezonings in Chittaway,

Mardi and Gwandalan. CEN does not believe so many rezoning are warranted. The Wyong LEP which also reclassified

Marine Discovery Centre Starting on 30th May, there is a Anzac Centenary Commemoration display for World War 1. The display is supported by the Australian National

Maritime Museum and local group, History and Heritage, Hunter to Hawkesbury Research (4HR). See models of the HMAS Sydney, Emden and HMAS Swan and read the story.

400 parcels of public land for sale, lease or development was only approved in late 2013. If you live near a rezoning or face the loss

of public parkland or open space, get involved and stand up for your neighbourhood.

Land for Wildlife Forum The Biennial Land for Wildlife Forum will be held at the Old Coal Loader in North Sydney on the 7th August. Registered

landholders are welcome to attend for free. Anyone else may attend for $50 payable when booking. Go online to www.cen.org.au to book.

Our Central Coast: Worth Protecting www.cen.org.au The Community Environment Network (CEN) is an alliance of individuals and groups who work for ecologically sustainable development.

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Councillors vote themselves maximum pay Gosford Council has voted to pay mayor Lawrie McKinna and its nine councillors the maximum annual fees allowed under the Local Government Act. Peninsula residents have until the end of June to take green waste remaining from the April storms to Woy Woy tip free of charge Photo: NBN Television

Council keeps tip open for green waste Peninsula residents will be able to take any green waste remaining as a result of the April natural disaster to Woy Woy tip for free until Tuesday, 30 June. Gosford Council has completed its ďŹ rst sweep of the region and commenced its second on Monday, June 1, to remove a signiďŹ cant amount of fallen trees, branches and other green waste from road reserves, nature strips and other areas. Council’s director of construction and operations, Mr Stan Antczak, said that the second sweep was started due to the amount of green waste and other debris that is still being cleaned up. “Our crews have collected an

incredible amount of green waste, especially due to fallen trees,â€? Mr Antczak said. “The efforts of our residents so far to help us recover from this natural disaster have been very pleasing. “We just need the community to remain patient while our crews make their way through each suburb again to clean up a second round of fallen trees, branches and other green debris,â€? he said. The amount of green waste that is still being cleaned up has resulted in Council’s decision to again extend the deadline for residents to drop their green waste at landďŹ lls for free. “Residents will now be able to take any green waste from the

natural disaster to Woy Woy landďŹ ll for free until Tuesday 30 June 2015,â€? Mr Antczak said. “There is no limit on how much green waste can be dropped off ‌ and it can be taken in any shape or form. “Any resident with continuing green waste issues should contact Council’s call centre on 4325 8222 as soon as possible for assistance,â€? he said Council is also still giving residents the chance to pick up free mulch from Woy Woy. Residents can take their car, ute or trailer to Rogers Park in Woy Woy and take as much mulch as they’d like for free. Media release, 29 May 2015 Stan Antczak, Gosford Council

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motorbikes in a lane behind Adelaide Ave and Brisbane Ave, Umina, has been noted by Gosford Council. The petition, with 10 signatures, came from concerned residents of the two streets. The petitioners stated that there were cars and motorbikes speeding up and down the lane behind their homes and that they had safety concerns. The petition requested that council install barriers to stop the speeding cars and motorbikes in the laneway. Gosford Council agenda P.11, 26 May 2015

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Smith reaffirms opposition to CSG Member for Gosford Ms Kathy Smith has reaffirmed her commitment to oppose extractive industries in the Central Coast water catchment. “The water quality issues on the Somersby Plateau are one of my highest priorities and Coal Seam Gas extraction has no place in such a sensitive area.” Ms Smith said. “I look forward to the day when CSG is completely banned from the Central Coast water catchment area, as was the commitment I made at the NSW election to the people of Gosford.” Ms Smith said. Ms Smith’s statement came after the Central Coast Greens had called on the region’s three newlyelected local Labor MPs to support a Greens Bill banning coal seam gas in NSW. “In the dying days of the State election campaign, Labor announced they would introduce a ban on CSG in the drinking water catchment of the Central Coast,”

said Greens NSW spokesperson Ms Kate da Costa. “In 2014, Mr Luke Foley refused to back Mr Jeremy Buckingham’s bill to protect the drinking water catchment of the Coast from CSG and new coal mining, so we were pleased to hear their change of heart right at the last minute before the election,” Ms da Costa said. “We need the three new Coast Labor MPs to recommit to this position publicly, as …the bill on banning CSG is being debated in parliament.” She said the Petroleum (Onshore) Amendment (Prohibit Coal Seam Gas) Bill was introduced to the Legislative Council on Thursday, May 28 by Greens MPs, Mr Jeremy Buckingham and Ms Tamara Smith. Media release, 29 May 2015 Kate da Costa, Central Coast Greens Media release, 29 May 2015 Jake Allen, Office of David Harris MP Interview with David Mehan, 1 June 2015 Jackie Pearson, journalist

Afternoon peak trains on the Newcastle and Central Coast line are now travelling over capacity

Peak trains are over-capacity, says Shadow Minister Trains travelling north to and from Woy Woy during evening peak times are now at 104 per cent capacity, according to Shadow Minister for Transport, Mr Ryan Park. He said the latest figures on rail network capacity listed the Newcastle and Central Coast line as one of five lines that had trains at or above capacity during the evening peak between 5pm and 6pm. “Unless more services are added, the current crush hour situation will worsen,” Mr Park said.

Figures for the morning rush hour are a little better, he said. The Northern and North Shore lines made it to the list of parts of the network that have trains at or over capacity between 8am and 9am but the Newcastle and Central Coast line numbers have slightly improved. In March 2013, southbound trains on the Newcastle and Central Coast line during the morning peak were at 110 per cent of their capacity. By March 2014, the morning peak figures had improved down to 89% of capacity. They had now climbed back

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Scout leaders celebrate 50 years’ service The Broken Bay Scout Group celebrated 50 years of continuous service to Scouts by Mr Alan Ford and Mr Edwin Lilley. The achievement was recognised with a camp fire, cake and roasted marshmallows. Mr Ford (known as Angona) has been involved with the scouting movement for 60 years. He joined in 1955 when he was eight years old.

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During the first 10 years of his membership he progressed from Cubs to Scouts to Senior Scouts (now known as Venturers). When he turned 18, Mr Ford started his journey as a leader and has continued that journey until the present day. He has been involved mainly with what is now Broken Bay Scout Group as this group evolved within the Gosford District. He has held many roles within

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the movement from being a Scout leader and Venturer leader until his present role as district commissioner for Gosford. Mr Ford reached the milestone of having been a uniformed leader with 50 years of consecutive service on Thursday, April 23. Mr Edwin Lilley (known as Grandfather) joined Broken Bay Scout Group in 2006. He had previously been a Scout leader in Sydney in Scout troops in Rydalmere, Dundas and North Rocks. He has also been a uniformed leader for 50 years, having joined the leader ranks in March 1965. He is fully involved with the Scouts at Broken Bay and he has taught many of the Scouts how to communicate using sign language as Mr Lilley suffers from deafness. Many of the Scouts at Broken Bay have earned their “I Can Sign” badge, which he does not award easily. As with Mr Ford, Edwin reached the milestone of 50 years continuous service as a uniformed leader on 25 March 2015. Email, 22 May 2015 Ailsa Davies, Broken Bay Scout Group

A pricing tribunal adjustment for inflation could end up costing ratepayers 5.3 per cent more in water and sewage fees in the 2015-16 financial year. Water, sewerage and drainage charges for Peninsula rate payers have been increased by 1.3 per cent in line with the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal’s 2013 to 2017 determination on Gosford Council’s prices. The ruling enabled the council to move its charges each year in line with changes in the Consumer Price Index. The council’s water service charge per property per annum will consequently increase from $149.78 in the 2014-15 financial year to $173.54 in the 2015-16 year. The per property per annum sewerage service charge will increase from $612.28 to $614.14 and the storm water drainage

charge will go up from $102.78 to $113.20. Items charged per kilolitre will also be adjusted. For water usage this means an increase from $2.23 per kilolitre to $2.26. The sewerage usage charge per kilolitre will decrease from $0.99 to $0.92. These adjustments will mean for a typical bill for residential customers using 200 kilolitres, the water service fee could typically increase by 15.9 per cent and the sewerage service by 4.7 per cent, according to calculations presented in the council’s business papers for its Tuesday, May 26, general meeting. In dollar terms, the total paid by a typical household with water and sewerage usage of around 200 kilolitres is set to increase by a total of $69 for the year or 5.3 per cent. Gosford Council agenda GOV.62, 26 May 2015

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RSPCA op-shop moves to Blackwall Rd The RSPCA’s Woy Woy OpShop is moving to a more central location with a grand re-opening to be held in June. The new shop at 4/35-39 Blackwall Rd, Woy Woy, will be officially opened at 11am on Friday, June 12, with scones and

Council to audit traffic at Woy Woy South Concerns about traffic around Woy Woy South Public School were put to representatives of Gosford Council when they met with principal, Ms Kim Wheatley and P and C Association president, Ms Belinda Steele.

tea to celebrate. The shop has been operating in the local area for 20 years and has been providing a vital source of income for the local RSPCA NSW volunteer branch’s operations and animal welfare in the region, according to branch executive manager Ms Desleigh White. “This is one of the the core fundraising activities by our dedicated group of local volunteers,” she said. “They sell quality donated items which support the needs of the local community as well as funding their animal welfare work in the local community,” Ms White said. “The new store is a lovely space, which is great for both customers and volunteers. “We’ve been able to have a fresh new look while still keeping prices low,” she said Media release, 28 May 2015 Jessica Conway, RSPCA NSW

Darren Smith raised $1000 for Umina PCYC on May 30

Businessman ‘jailed’ in fundraiser Umina PCYC held its major fund raising event for the year on Saturday, May 30. Local businessman Mr Darren Smith agreed to be “detained” in a mock jail at a local shopping centre to raise funds for youth

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“Over the next few weeks council will be auditing traffic movement and providing us with proposals to help alleviate the problems,” Ms Wheatley said. “A new kiss and drop zone, new clearer signage and modification to areas that are available for parking for short periods are some of the suggested improvements at this point,” she said. “Although these suggestions may be inconvenient for some, our priority is children’s safety. “Council also felt it was a very positive suggestion to ask parents to consider parking over in Dorothy Ave and walking across the crossing with their children to avoid congestion in The School Mall,” she said.

development and police crime prevention programs for local youth. Mr Smith raised a total of $1000 for the club, including on-the-spot donations in addition to online pledges.

To be released from jail, Mr Smith needed to have raised a minimum of $500. He was provided with a prison uniform and a tin to rattle while he was in detention. Media release, 5 June 2015 Martin Eddy, Umina PCYC

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Give us the RTA numbers Is the process to close the RTA office at Woy Woy transparent and accountable? It is easy to answer with the cooperation of Graham Tobin, operations director, Services NSW. The Woy Woy RTA has an automatic customer register which must be used by customers to access services,which should influence the decision made by Services NSW. It would be a simple matter to compare the actual customer numbers with those estimated in the research by Services NSW.

For Mr Tobin to convince the customers of the Woy Woy RTA office that the process is transparent and accountable, all that is required is to supply this information to the editor of the Peninsula News. Will the director supply the information or will he say it is confidential and politically sensitive? His comment that “We’ve spent a long time looking at how to offer the best services across the Central Coast” is baffling. Letter, 27 May 2015 Norman Harris, Umina

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Motor Registry removal is ridiculous Over the years, governments and their associates have encouraged an increase in the Peninsula population. At the same time, it seems they have been intent on reducing the number of amenities available to the people and thereby adding to the number of unemployed. The latest is the removal of the Motor Registry from Woy Woy to Gosford. This is ridiculous as it would unnecessarily increase the traffic along Brisbane Water Dve and

Forum many drivers are elderly and may have a restricted licence. It would also add to the queues at the office and be an unnecessary waste of time for everybody, besides which it would add to the parking problems. Politicians in the past used to concern themselves with the quality of life of their constituents. They worked towards the betterment of society and did not just look at increasing income to

the detriment of the people. It is surely time for us, the people, to explain this to our government, so please make the effort to go into Kathy Smith’s Office, Blackwell Rd in Woy Woy near the railway station, to sign the petition against the closure of Woy Woy’s Registry Office and/ or write personally to Mr Baird @ www.nswgov.au or by letter to Parliament House, Macquarie St. Letter, 5 June 2015 Margaret Lund, Woy Woy Bay

Fuel companies having a lend of us A week ago the cost of E10 fuel in Gosford was $1.24 per litre but in Woy Woy and Umina the price was $1.39. In Umina today, the price is $1.40 per litre.

Forum A month ago I travelled I travelled to the Blue Mountains returning on the train and I saw petrol in Mt Druitt for $1.18 and in

Umina $1.31 on the same day. I am still of the opinion that fuel companies are having a lend of us here, and that they charge what they think we can afford. Letter, 23 May 2015 Rod Munson, Ettalong Beach

Bafflegab alienates community, for what advantage? “By providing our services from the nearby Gosford location we can guarantee the community of the Central Coast a higher standard of service and greater access,” said Mr Graham Tobin from RMS NSW in relation to their decision to close Woy Woy Motor Registry This is what our American friends eloquently call “bafflegab”. It is the same kind of thinking that solves the problem of train delays by altering the timetable so that the trains are on time. George Orwell would be proud to include this quotation in his book as a classic example of doublethink. He goes on to say that relocation to Gosford would “allow… customers to combine a visit to the centre with shopping or other activities,” but he is careful not to mention what “other activities” a Peninsula resident might want to combine with an enforced visit to

Forum Gosford. Perhaps he could enlighten us with a range of examples so that Peninsula inhabitants can gauge the usefulness of this “advantage”. As for shopping, it would be interesting to hear what kind of shopping at Gosford is either not available on the Peninsula or not more conveniently accessed at Erina. Online and phone access, which Mr Tobin emphasises, does not address the needs of many of the elderly and handicapped residents on the Peninsula, as many have pointed out, but this does not seem to be a consideration. Could it be that the Government has given up on the hope of clawing back the votes of Peninsula residents and, accordingly, doesn’t care about alienating this community? Email, 26 May 2015 Bruce Hyland, Woy Woy

Exclude palms from council mulch I am writing this to warn others who have taken council mulch. The council recently offered free mulch for residents to pick-up from Rogers Park, Woy Woy. I picked some up last week and spread it in the vegetable garden between the garden beds. A palm thorn in the mulch pierced my foot. Within two days my foot was sore and swollen. My doctor prescribed a course

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Health

Syringes found at Rogers Park Dozens of syringes have been found at Rogers Park Woy Woy by committee members of the Woy Woy Rugby League Club. Woy Woy Roosters football manager, Mr Junior Johnson said the club held its junior training sessions at Rogers Park every Tuesday and Thursday night because of the redevelopment of the Woy Woy stadium. “I went down there on Wednesday night (June 3) to get some gear out of the club’s containers and I found four syringes just near the back of the car,” Mr Johnson said. “I found about 12 on the cricket

pitch with bits of cotton wool and blood and I found another one on Tuesday night between the toilet block and canteen,” he said. Mr Johnson said he had spoken with police and Gosford Council rangers about the ongoing problem. “I know council is doing the same thing we are doing,” he said. “I see the rangers down there all the time and I know they are doing their best to pick them up too,” he said. Between 300 and 400 children aged between six and 16 trained at Rogers Park every Tuesday and Thursday night, according to Mr Johnson. “Their safety is my major worry

and people involved with the AFL have also said they’ve found syringes too,” he said. “There is also a sandpit that the kids were playing in when the weather was warmer and I am worried that syringes might get thrown in there.”

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Education

School competes in soccer knock-out Years Five and Six students from Woy Woy South Public School have been taking part in activities that flow through to regional and state competitions.

Pretty Beach Public School students enjoyed a football training session with the Central Coast Mariners recently

Mariners hold soccer session The Central Coast Mariners have held a soccer session for students on the Pretty Beach Public School oval. Former Mariners player Adam Kwasnik said he was delighted at the enthusiasm and behaviour of the students during his visit.

The session was designed to get students enthusiastic about playing soccer. “Not only did students get to participate in small-sided games, they each received a goodie-bag filled with items from the Mariners,” said coordinating teacher Mr Andy

Podmore. Newsletter, 14 May 2015 Andy Podmore, Pretty Beach Public School

During the weeks commencing May 18 and 25, the school’s senior soccer team set off to compete in the first two rounds of the NSW PSSA football knock out competition. “Both the boys and girls had some impressive play and managed to put a few goals away,” said school principal, Ms Kim Wheatley. “The highlight for the girls was an 11-points to nil win against Ettalong with the goals shared among much of the team.

“Heather Snape was a notable force in attack with seven goals on the day. “The boys did not experience the same success but Liam McIntyre and Tora Nakajo managed to keep their spirits high with a goal each. “Unfortunately despite some great play, neither the boys nor the girls teams were able to progress into the next rounds as it was necessary to win all games played. On Friday, May 29, the senior dance group rehearsed for the Central Coast Dance Festival at Laycock Street Theatre. The senior dance group will be participating in the festival on Friday, June 19 at the theatre. Newsletter, 2 June 2015 Kim Wheatley, Woy Woy South Public School

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Soccer success for Pretty Beach Pretty Beach Public School recently participated in a soccer knock out gala day, competing against other Peninsula schools. “We opposed Ettalong Public School in our first round game and progressed to the second round with a resounding four to nil win,” said coach and coordinating teacher, Mr Andy Podmore. “What made this score line even more impressive was the fact

that it was the first time playing on a full-sized field for many of our team, and against much older opponents. “Unfortunately we were knocked out by the eventual winners of the day in the next round. “Pretty Beach Public School has a bright future ahead with so many quality athletes rising through the ranks,” Mr Podmore said. Newsletter, 14 May 2015 Andy Podmore, Pretty Beach Public School Umina Beach Men's Shed has presented four raised garden beds to the students of Umina Beach Public School

Umina wins final debate Umina Beach Public School has won the final debating competition round against Woy Woy South Public School. The team argued the affirmative for the topic “Should schools teach

self-defence classes?” School principal Mr John Blair thanked Mr Vrolyk who led and coordinated the debating team. Newsletter, 26 May 2015 John Blair, Umina Beach Public School

Shed men present garden beds Members of the Umina Beach Men’s Shed have attended Umina Beach Public School to hand over four custom-built garden beds. The materials were donated by Campbell’s Home Hardware at Woy Woy and the men at the shed donated their time to make

the beds for the school. Ray Lamb donated soil for the beds. Children who attend the school’s environment club will be using the new garden beds to grow more fresh produce. Newsletter, 28 April 2015 Lyn Davis, Umina Beach Public School

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Out and About

Collection of poems launched at Pearl Beach An Indrawn Breath, a second collection of poems by Booker Bay resident Ms Gillian Telford has been launched in Pearl Beach. It was launched by the award winning Newcastle poet and novelist, Ms Judy Johnson, on Thursday, May 28 at the Pearl Beach Memorial Hall. The cover of the book features an image from a painting by the Pearl Beach artist Ms Robyn Bellamy. Ms Telford’s completion of her latest poetry collection was assisted by a Varuna-Picaro Press 2014 fellowship. The fellowship enabled Ms Telford to spend a week at Varuna, the National Writers’ House in Katoomba, and time working with one of their consultants, the poet Deborah Westbury. Guests from the Central Coast, Hunter and Sydney regions attended the launch including members of the Central Coast Poets, the Friday Night Poets, Woy Woy and the Hunter Writers Centre. Of the book, Victorian poet Mr Andy Jackson wrote: “The poems of An Indrawn Breath travel the continent and beyond through road trips, wilderness, visual art, crime

Local singer Madeline Brooks will perform at Jasmine Greens cafe in Umina

Local singer performs live Local singer and songwriter Madeleine Brooks will perform live in Umina on Sunday, June 7 from 11:30am to 1:30pm.

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scenes, haircuts, and the complex landscapes of the heart. “Telford’s voice is intimate, poised and compassionate.� Enquiries regarding purchase

or to arrange readings can be directed to gilltel@optusnet.com. au. Media release, 3 June 2015 Gillian Telford, Booker Bay

The performance at Jasmine Greens Cafe is a celebration of the release of her new EP, As the Sun Sinks. Ms Brooks said she was inspired by Fiona Apple and Carole King. In 2014, she was a ďŹ nalist in

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Family portrait day to raise funds Umina Beach Public School P and C have organised a family portrait day to be held on Sunday, August 9 to raise funds for the school. Family portraits will be priced at $15 each which include framing.

The school has organised a professional photographer for the event with each family portrait to take about 10 minutes. Newsletter, 26 May 2015 John Blair, Umina Beach Public School

Troubadour session rescheduled The monthly Troubadour session and Harmony Sing has been rescheduled to take place on Sunday, June 14 at the CWA Hall, Woy Woy. Musician Ms Kerrie Garside will also perform at CWA Hall later in the month. The Troubadour session will run from 2pm to 4pm and the Harmony Sing will run from 4pm to 5pm. Ms Kerrie Garside will perform at

CWA Hall, Woy Woy, on Saturday, June 27, from 7pm. Ms Garside is known for her strong acoustic groove with a touch of country, jazz and blues. General admission is $12, concession is $10, members $8 and children are free with a paying adult. Email, 31 May 2015 Marilyn Russell, Toubadour Folk Club

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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

Centre, McMasters Rd, Woy Woy, 7.30pm. Proceeds to Woy Woy Catholic Parish.

Sectarian - 2nd Wed 10am, Everglades Club

wwcphousie@hotmail.com

Probus Club of Woy Woy Friendship, Fellowship, and social functions for active retirees. 1st Wed - 10am Everglades Country Club 4341 9195

awlcentralcoast@optusnet.com.au

Central Coast Handweavers, Spinners and Textile Arts Guild Spinning and weaving, patchwork and quilting, felting and other fibre and fabric crafts, community quilting bees Day and Night Groups 4325 4743

P.O. Box 376, Woy y Woy y

www.cottagecrafts.net.au

Art Ettalong Beach Art & Crafts Centre Adult classes in Pottery Watercolours, Oils, Acrylics, Pastels, Silvercraft, Patchwork & Quilting Children’s Art & Pottery Mon – Sat 10am – 3pm 43418344 madogis@hotmail.com

Central Coast Art Society Weekly paint-outs Tues 4369 5860. Workshops 9.30am 1st & 3rd Wed Gosford City Art Centre 4363 1820. Social Meetings 1.30pm 4th Wed for demonstrations publicity@artcentralcoast.asn.au

4325 1420 Point Clare Art & Craft Wed - Adult Art Class Wed & Fri - Adult Crafts Bunka Embroid, Cards, Crotchet, Cross Stitch $3 Point Clare Community Hall 10am - 12noon 4325 5007 Hospital Art Australia Meet every Tue and Fri 9am-2pm - 109 Birdwood Ave, Umina - Painting and Canvas drawing. Volunteers welcome 4341 9920

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

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

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

Central Coast Family History Society Inc. Resources, information & advice to study your family’s history. 1st Sat 1pm Lions Community Hall, 8 Russell Drysdale St, E. Gosford. www.centralcoastfhs.org.au

4324 5164 Central Coast Tenants’ Advice and Advocacy Service Do you have issues with your landlord or real estate agent? Free telephone advice and advocacy for all tenants and residents in residential parks. 4353 5515 cctaas@hotmail.com

Community Care Services Central Coast For people with memory loss & their carers. Enjoy a relaxing coffee morning Rocky Point Café Ettalong Beach Memorial Club 3rd Wed 4324 4244 Central Coast Over 30s Social Group Inc We offer social contact, entertainment events & new friendships for people in their 30’s, 40’s, 50’s & 60’s etc. Our events range from; Live Music, House Parties, Restaurant Nights, BBQ’s/ Picnics, Trips Away & lots more. For a FREE calendar call 0422 243 101 cco30s@live.com.au

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

50pssg@gmail.com

stateoffice@rdansw.org.au

Disabled Services

Environment

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

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

www.gurdjieff.org.au

www.peg.org.au

Mingaletta Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander Corporation The Mingaletta community centre provides its members and other community groups a meeting place and referral 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 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

www.fabcnsw.org.au

Cash Housie 50 Games every Sat night Peninsula Community

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

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

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.brisbane-water.bridge-club.org

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

Central Coast 50+ Singles Social Group Invites Ladies & Gents for dinner, dancing - BBQs & Socialising each w/e. Our friendly group can be contacted for our monthly programme all areas of the coast 4396 3640 4388 4505

admin@mingaletta.com.au

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

Seniors Computer Club Central Coast Inc. Beginners Class PC or Mac, Mon or Tues. Other Classes Mon to Fri, 10am to 12 md or 1pm to 3pm. Mthly Meeting with Guest Speaker, 1st Monday of month. All at Kincumber Neighbourhood Centre. Information 02 4369 2530

info@wagstaffetokillcare.org.au

Community Groups

4341 5170

uminabeach@probusclubs.com.au

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

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 Arthritis NSW 3rd Tues 10.30am Peninsula Community Centre, Cnr McMasters Rd and Ocean Beach Rd, Woy Woy 4324 8310 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

available. Information sessions held 2nd and 4th Tues - 11am or by appointment 4344 2599 reception@ bluewaveliving.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 - Grow Groups are small friendly groups formed to learn how to overcome anxiety, depression, and loneliness and improve mental health & wellbeing. Weekly meetings at Bateau Bay, Woy Woy and a new group starting at Wyong soon. Grow is anonymous, free and open to all. Bring a support person if you like. Details 1800 558 268 or www.grow.org.au 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 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

www.centralcoast. betterhearingaustralia.org.au

BlueWave Living Still proudly owned by Woy Woy Community Aged Care Providing residential aged care to the frail aged. Permanent and respite care accommodation

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 lizmacnamara@bigpond.com

Woy Woy Public Hospital Alliance To restore medical services previously available & upgrade to a standard that meets with local needs. 2pm 2nd Sat St Lukes Church Hall, Blackwall Rd Woy Woy 4344 4811 Woy Woy Stroke Recovery Club Everglades Country Club 2nd Tues 11am Company, up-to-date info, hydrotherapy, bus trips 4341 7177

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

Music Brisbane Water Brass Brass Band entertainment for the community playing all types of popular music Rehearsal every Tuesday 7.30pm-10pm 0419 274 012 Gosford Musical Society Minstrels Entertain at various venues on the Coast seeking new members Thur Night Laycock St North Gosford 4341 4210 JAZZLEAGUE Live Jazz Bands - Come to listen, Come to dance Free - Every Sun Central Coast Leagues Club Gosford 2-5pm www.jazzleague.net

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 & getting Greens elected 3rd Thur, centralcoast.nsw.greens.org.au centralcoastgreens@gmail.com

Pollitics in the Pub Central Coast Discussion of important political, social, economic, education, land philosophy issues in a non partison manner - 2nd Thur every month besides Dec

National Malaya Borneo Veterans Association 1st Sat (except Jan) 2pm Ettalong Beach War Memorial Club, 51-52 The Esplanade. 4342 1107

Service Groups Lions Club of Woy Woy 1st and 3rd Mon at Woy Woy Leagues Club 0439 514 723 Make new friends and have fun while serving your community.

cvscc@nsservices.com.au

Rotary Club of Kariong/Somersby International service club improve lives of communities in Aust. & o/ seas. Fun-filled activities, fellowship and friendship. Phillip House, 21 Old Mount Penang Rd, Fri 7.15am 4340 4529 kersuebay@philliphouse.com.au

curleys@ozemail.com.au

0409 245 861

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 g

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

www.woywoyjudoclub.com

Veterans

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.

Northern Settlement Services - Volunteers Volunteers needed for friendly visits to the elderly in nursing homes. People with a second language encouraged to apply. Training support provided 4334 3877

jbthomson51@gmail.com

www.tempoterrific.com

Sport Woy Woy Judo Club 3 Classes every Tue & Fri 5.30pm to 8pm Ettalong Leisure & Learning Centre Min age 5 years old Mob:0434 000 170

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

tempoterrific@live.com

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

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

Soundwaves Men’s acapella 4 part harmony chorus - all ages 7pm Mon Central Coast Leagues Club John 0413 276 698 Tempo Terrific Community Showband Active showband available to play at your community function. Wide ranging repertoire. 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

December info@ccpotters.org 4324 5343

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

Special Interest Brisbane Water Caravan Club located on the Central Coast and looking for new members www.bwcaravanclub.wix.com/bwcc

4344 4363 Biz Plus Networking Association Attention business owners - are you keen to grow your business and in the process build worthwhile relationships? Then why not attend a Biz Networking breakfast? Every Thur 7:15am - 9am Erina Leagues Club Geoff Neilson network@bizplus.com.au

Central Coast Potters Society Dedicated to increasing the ceramics knowledge, experience and skills of members and the general public. Running classes, workshops, demonstrations, exhibitions and social events - Annual exhibitions in May and

Woy Woy Ettalong Hardy’s Bay RSL Provide help with pensions and welfare etc. Shop 5/382 Oceanview Rd Ettalong. g Tues & Thurs 9am 9a 9 am to am to 1pm 1pm p 4341 434 434 341 1 2594 2594 4

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 Peninsula Women’s Health Centre We offer counselling, therapeutic and social groups, workshops, domestic violence and abuse issues. All services are provided by women for women 4342 5905 www.cccwhc.com.au

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 life’s 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

ATTENTION GARDENERS!

Brisbane Water Secondary College agricultural farm won Supreme Champion Sow at the 2015 Sydney Royal Easter Show

College wins ribbon for supreme champion sow

PREMIUM MUSHROOM COMPOST $50 deal gives you: - 10 blocks of mushroom compost - Free delivery Peninsula - Gosford + a freshly picked bag of mushrooms

Margin’s Mushrooms Farm: 4341 3003 Home: 4344 2468

Brisbane Water Secondary College’s agricultural team have won the Supreme Champion Sow at the 2015 Sydney Royal Easter Show. They were also winners with the Champion School Steer at The Canberra Royal earlier this year. The Ag Farm enjoys the support of the Rotary Club of Umina Beach, which made a further donation of $5000 to the farm on Friday, May 22. Agriculture teacher Ms Louise Briggs said the money was just in time to help with feed bills that were due. The cheque was presented to Ms Briggs by Rotary Club of Umina Beach president, Mr Geoff Melville and director Mr Glen Scorer. “The school farm really punches above its weight,” Mr Melville said. “Graduating students are so readily accepted into agriculture, farm and related businesses and

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

Saturday, June 6

Thursday, June 25

TRewind Duo, Hardys Bay Club, 7pm

Karaoke, from 8pm

Sunday, June 7

Friday, June 26

Saturday, August 8

Maddy Brooks at Jasmine Greens Park Kiosk, Umina Beach from 11.30am until 1.30pm

Athol Guy The Seekers Story, Ettalong Diggers, doors open 8pm

Peninsula Challenge, Hardys Bay RSL

Thursday, June 11

Saturday, June 27 Beginners’ art workshop, Ettalong Beach Arts and Craft Centre

Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Suicide Club, Woy Woy Little Theatre Company, Peninsula Theatre, 8pm

Sunday, June 28

Saturday, August 15

Beginners’ art workshop, Ettalong Beach Arts and Craft Centre Sydney Roosters versus the Gold Coast Titans, Central Coast Stadium at 2pm

Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Suicide Club, Woy Woy Little Theatre Company, Peninsula Theatre, 8pm

Saturday, July 4

Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Suicide Club, Woy Woy Little Theatre Company, Peninsula Theatre, 2pm

Karaoke, from 8pm

Ettalong

Diggers,

Sunday, June 14 Troubador Session and Harmony Sing, CWA Hall, The Boulevarde Woy Woy, session from 2pm to 4pm, Sing from 4pm to 5pm Peninsula Waterfront Art and Produce Market Ben Woodham, Hardys Bay Club, 2pm

Thursday, June 18 Karaoke, from 8pm

Ettalong

Diggers,

Ettalong

Saturday, July 25 Diggers,

Yesterday Once More, a tribute to the Carpenters, Ettalong Diggers, doors open 8pm

Peninsula Trivia Hardys Bay RSL

Challenge,

Friday, August 14

Sunday, August 16

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

colleges,” he said. Umina Rotary is seeking support from local businesses to sponsor a steer for 12 months at a

cost of $500 to assist the school’s agricultural programs to continue. Media release, 22 May 2015 Geoff Melville, Rotary Club of Umina Beach

Peninsula directory of services, contacts and support groups

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

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Organisations Mingaletta 4342 7515 Aboriginal Home Care 4321 7215 Drug & Alcohol rehab 4388 6360

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

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

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 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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Carpentry

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Antenna & Digital Installations & Tuning New home specialist Credit cards OK HAYWARD VIDEO All areas Gosford 4323 6367 Woy Woy 4344 4414 Warnervale 1800 244 456 0412 685 555

Bore Water

For all your home maintenance repairs and small jobs contact Max Hull for a friendly reliable service 4342 5893 - 0413 485 286 All quotes obligation free

AJ Donnellan Carpenter & Joiner For all your carpentry needs Specialising in Joinery

30 Years Experience Call Anthony

0419 611 637 Bores and Spears Install high quality pumps and maintenance free spears, existing systems reconditioned, all work guaranteed. Ph: Warren Greenway Ph: 4341 7736 Mob: 0408 225 390 lic No. DL1960

Builder

Carpentry - Building over 30 years experience Local know how working with pride and honesty Paul Skinner Lic 62898c

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CARPENTRY Carpenter & Joiner 40yrs Experience Decks, Pergolas, Doors, Windows etc Fully Insured - Call Gary

0458 130 829 4341 1346 no labour & materials over $1000

Cleaning Weston & Wilson Cleaning Services Domestic, end of lease, holiday & vacate cleans. Regular or one off. Fully insured, WWC & Police check avail. From $35 hour.

Maryanne 0403 505 812

Dance

Central Coast Bush Dance & Music Association Experience Folk Music at its best at East Gosford Progress Hall @ 7.30pm Henry Parry Drive

June 13 Bush Dance with Southern Cross Admission $15 incl. supper Students 13 to 18 $8

Doors & Windows

Entertainment

Photography

Public Notice

BluesAngels

Car Boot Sale

Your total acoustic blues/roots package, top to toe, and then some. Minnie the Moocher to Eagle Rock and on into indie roots, beatnik jazz, backhills bluegrass and prog folk. Available as duo, trio or band negotiable for your party, event or venue.

Woy Woy Peninsula Lions Club

June, 28 9am to 1pm Great variety of stalls ~ BBQ, Tea & Coffee. Vendors Welcome ~ $15 per car Now at Dunban Road Car Park NB stall sites not open until

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QUALITY IMAGES

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•Website •Portrait •Commercial •Product

• Promotions

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Security : Entrance : Interior :

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Bifold : Wardrobe Doors :

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Windows : Blinds : Awnings : Dog And Cat Doors : Fly Screens :

Plastering

Locks : Wheels And Tracks

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Want to have a lot of fun, unique music at your next event?

PHIL BOURKE PLASTERING

Call Leila at 0423 147 797 or find us on Facebook

Over 36 yrs exp

Unit 1/14 Alma Avenue Woy Woy

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Electricians

BKW Electrical Services Lic No:248126C

Lights - Fans Power - Reno's Switchboards Security lights No job too small Call Ben on

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Kitchens

Quality Laminate Benchtops supplied and seconds for sale

R&J Benchtops Gosford

0456 884 545 Painters

Folk & Acoustic Music Club

BUCELLO’S COASTAL PAINTING SERVICES • Residential and Commercial • Interior and Exterior • New Work and Repaints Free Quotes All work guaranteed Quality’s my game and Ryan’s my name

SATURDAY

0410 404 664

27th June 7PM

Pets

Small Jobs, Free Quotes Reliable Service

0418 452 474 Licence No 2107c

Plumbing

Umina Beach Plumbing All aspects of plumbing: Drainage and Gasfitting, Domestic and Maintenance Works

CWA Hall The Boulevarde Woy Woy

$12 General $10 Concession

www.ccbdma.org for more information

www.troubadour.org.au

Enq: 4344 6484

4341 4060

A meeting class is commencing on Wednesday 7-8:30pm in Umina for those interested in Gurdjieff Studies, Yoga philosophy, Buddhism, and Sufism. The aim of the class is to inquire into the truths underlying these systems of knowledge and to find ways to apply the ideas practically to improve one’s life.

Ph: 0414 300 271 $10 a class

Removals

Deliveries & Removals, Local Sydney, Newcastle & Country. Single items or a house full. Competitive rates.

rainwater tanks

4344 3611 0402 682 812

02 4342 1479

YOUR LOCAL PLUMBER

0411 049 559

Same day service Guaranteed Blocked drains, Leaking taps and toilets, Hot water and all aspects Of pluming drainage and gas fitting. Lic number 265652C

Kerry Garside

POLITICS IN THE PUB

Announcement:

Gyprock, Renovations

Lic 164237c

The Troubadour

The inaugural meeting of

Installation of

0404 093 299 Entertainment

(Except December) Enq: 0439 514 723

Central Coast is to be held at the Grange Hotel Wyoming 25th June - 6pm to discuss future programmes and speakers

Alluminium Glass Sliding Doors and Alluminium Quickslat Screening :

6.30am Cnr. Ocean Beach Road Woy Woy Always Last Sunday

4346 4057

Telecommunications

TELSTRA WOY WOY Call into Your local Telstra Store Woy Woy and discover a better way to connect. We will provide the best advice and support for all your communications needs. We care about giving you personal service.

Serving the Central Coast: • Plumbing/maintenance • Gasfitting • Drainage • Stormwater • Guttering / roofing • Backflow / TMV Free Quotes - Call Jason 0457 613 552 4369 6306

Visit Telstra Store Woy Woy Shop 24 Deepwater Plaza 24/26 Railway Street Woy Woy Ph: 4341 0061

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Sport Tuition - Dance

TV Repair

Gosford Scottish Country Dancers hold an intermediate class on Wednesdays from 7 to 10 pm at Wyoming It’s an excellent form of exercise which brings men, women and young people together socially, learning new and old dances in a very friendly relaxed atmosphere No experience or partner necessary All ages welcome Cost $7.00 per week Contact Janice on

4388 2253 Tuition - Driving

Everglades wins Buckworth Shield for second year running The Everglades Country Club women’s bowls side has won the Buckworth Shield for the second year in the row.

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The Buckworth Shield is a competition which started in 1969 and has been played ever since between the four Peninsula bowling clubs: Woy Woy, Ettalong, Umina and Everglades. It is for women who have been bowling for less than five years. This year it was contested on Tuesday, May 26, at

Everglades Country Club as they were the 2014 shield winners. The Everglades home team won comfortably. It was made up of Ms Bev McFarlane, Ms Elaine Harrison, Ms Judith Maddison, Ms Corrine Dixon as Skip, Ms Wendy Ide (as skip), Ms Helen Cooper, Ms Sue Coulton and Ms Di Van Der Vyver. Official umpire on the day was Ms Jan Jones. Everglades Major Singles were played on Thursday, May 28 between Ms Sue O’Connor and Ms Jeannette

Jenkins. The match was played in a good spirit with women’s bowls president Ms O’Connor winning for the second year in a row. Every year the Everglades Country Club women bowlers hold The

Biggest Morning Tea for the Cancer Council. This year it was held on Thursday May 28 in the auditorium and raised $726. Email, 3 June 2015 Fay Boyd, Everglades Country Club women’s bowls

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Umina surf club holds presentations Umina Surf Life Saving Club has held its junior and senior presentations.

President Scott Hannell with Brett Newton and federal member for Robertson Lucy Wicks MP

Lifesaving club presents annual awards Ocean Beach Surf Lifesaving Club held its 93rd annual awards of excellence on Saturday, May 30. Those attending included Federal Member for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks, Senator Deborah O’Neill and State Member for Gosford Ms Kathy Smith. The club reported that 120 active patrolling members gave a total of 5106 hours of their time, resulting in 1367 preventative

actions, 44 first aid applications, 28 rescues and the no lives lost in the previous seven months. Mr Brett Newton won Ocean Beach Surf Lifesaving Club person of the year for his contribution to patrol as the lifesaving area gear steward and his work with the Nippers as an age manager. Mr Newton also put in many hours in various work parties over the previous three weeks of the State Championships held at

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TUE - 9 0054 - 1.71 0739 - 0.41 1354 - 1.47 1941 - 0.65 FRI - 12 0411 - 1.53 1025 - 0.43 1654 - 1.70 2316 - 0.53 MON - 15 0114 - 0.38 0708 - 1.48 1255 - 0.44 1927 - 1.92 THU - 18 0334 - 0.35 0934 - 1.41 1510 - 0.54 2138 - 1.87 SUN - 21 0538 - 0.49 1145 - 1.34 1718 - 0.69 2336 - 1.63

WED - 10 0157 - 1.63 0835 - 0.42 1456 - 1.53 2054 - 0.64 SAT - 13 0514 - 1.50 1116 - 0.43 1747 - 1.79 TUE - 16 0203 - 0.34 0800 - 1.46 1342 - 0.47 2013 - 1.93 FRI - 19 0416 - 0.39 1019 - 1.39 1552 - 0.59 2217 - 1.80 MON - 22 0618 - 0.53 1230 - 1.34 1806 - 0.74

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Ocean Beach and Umina. Mr Chris Styant won the Ron Callingham Lifesaver of the Year for the second consecutive year for his contribution to patrolling Ocean Beach and Nippers water safety at mid-week training and carnivals. Mr Styant completed 110 volunteer hours in this season including substitute hours to assist fellow lifesavers. Mr Styant was also awarded with highest patrol hours. Team eight won patrol of the year. Captains included Ms Sharon Bryant and Mr Scott Bryant and consisted of Ms Jayda-Joy Bryant, Mr Brett Newton, Mr Bryce Sainty, Ms Alannah Whyte and Mr Aaron Fitzgerald. Mr Matthew Calbert was awarded junior lifesaver of the year and lifesaving competition competitor of the year. Ms Jade Heber was awarded junior club person of the year. Jordan Smith won the Senator’s award. Ms Diane Moate won the president’s award. Ms Brittany Van Alderen won boat rower of the year and Ms Lee-Anne Nelson-Grosvenor won beach sprinter of the year.

The major junior awards went to Alec Radford for junior club person of the year, Hannah Murphy for rookie of the year, Lachlan Braddish for carnival competitor of the year and joint winners Brian Healey and Steve Murphy for team managers. “The Juniors did particularly well during the season competitively and a special mention to Bronte Smith who was named junior lifesaver of the year for the Central Coast branch,” said club publicity officer Ms Christine Lavers. Umina chose two new junior club captains for the coming season, Lachlan McLeod and Grace Talty. At the senior awards night, Nicole McLeod was named senior club person and Mollie Murphy as under-19 club person. “Nicole and Mollie have both contributed many hours of service to Umina SLSC and continue to do so willingly,” Ms Lavers said. “Patrol member of the year was awarded to Stephen Reid who had volunteered over 124 patrol hours and assisted on every patrol during the season. “Jemma Smith took out the lifesaving and senior competitor and her mother, Ms Kerry Armstrong Smith was named masters competitor. “Both Jemma and Kerry have

won branch, state and Australian medals for surf lifesaving and pool rescue competitions and have been nominated for the Central Coast branch awards in their respective categories. “The Stirrers Paddle this year went to a tireless, long-serving volunteer who seems to stir things up, John ‘Slatto’ Slattery, who graciously accepted this. “The Megan Healey – Tour De Force trophy donated by Trevor and Brooke Gee was awarded to James Johnson in recognition for his continued enthusiasm and participation in surf lifesaving competition. “The award was named for Megan Healey who is a sufferer of MS and is the driving force for the Kiss MS Goodbye campaign bucket list which is supported by Umina SLSC members and families. “The season commences for all competition in October but the patrols and registration will start in September. “Umina and Ocean Beach Surf Clubs will be hosting the final year of the Surf State Titles again in February and March 2016,” she said. Anyone who would like to be involved and learn a new skill or just to be a part of a family club is invited to the club’s annual meeting which will be held at the Umina Surf club on Sunday, July 26. Media release, 4 June 2015 Christine Lavers, Umina SLSC

Media release, 2 Jun 2015 Nigel Fitzgibbon, Ocean Beach Surf Lifesaving Club The Megan Healey Tour De Force Trophy was awarded James Johnson by Brooke and Trevor Gee 2015

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Woy Woy takes grade six pennant Woy Woy Men’s Bowling Club has won the grade six finals after entering only three teams into the 2015 Central Coast lawn bowls pennant season. After taking an early lead against Ettalong Bowling Club, Woy Woy

started steady and stretched its lead to almost 20. With the final end completed Woy Woy came out victorious by 14 shots to take the grade six pennant 61 to Ettalong’s 49. Email, 31 May 2015 John Orme, Woy Woy Men’s Bowling Club

Records set at Masters swim meet A member of the Ettalong Pelicans Masters has set an Australian record at the club’s annual swim meet on Saturday, May 23. Paul Lemmon set an Australian record in the 200 metres backstroke. The day was held at Peninsula Leisure Centre with about 200 swimmers from Masters Clubs throughout NSW attending. The day saw Ms Clary Munns

of the Blacktown club set a world record in the 200 metres Individual Medley for 70-74 years women. Ettalong Pelicans Masters secretary Mr Gordon Ferguson said: “The pool at Peninsula Leisure Centre is regarded as a fast pool and the day is one of the biggest Master swim meets in the state.” Email, 2 June 2015 Gordon Ferguson, Ettalong Pelicans Masters

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Woy Woy victorious over Warnervale Woy Woy has had a 42-11 point victory over Warnervale in the latest round of the Central Coast Rugby Union on Saturday, May 30. The game was close early on with both teams having a chance. Woy Woy held the lead at half time at 16 points to three. The Woy Woy victory was not secured until the side’s best players on the day, Chris Paseka,

Alifeleti Atiola and Tevita Tanginoa crossed for tries. This was an important win for Woy Woy as it kept them in touch with the leading teams on the competition ladder, where they are now in sixth place, said Central Coast Rugby Union president Mr Larry Thomson. Media release, 31 May 2015 Larry Thomson, Central Coast Rugby Union

Singles strongly contested The Woy Woy Women’s Bowling Club Major Singles competition was strongly contested over three Thursdays with the final played on Thursday, May 14. Ms Dianne Elsom won the title of champion for 2015 and Ms Barbara Champion the runner up. Both were presented with the trophy and badges on Thursday,

May 21. The Woy Woy Bowling Club held a Biggest Morning Tea on Monday, May 25. Approximately 30 people attended this fundraiser for the Cancer Council with a total of $772.05 raised.

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