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Belinda Neal may be only Peninsula candidate Former Member for Robertson Ms Belinda Neal may be the only remaining Peninsula candidate for Labor pre-selection for the Federal seat of Robertson. The nominations of two of three local candidates, reported in the last edition of Peninsula News, have faced administrative obstacles. Killcare resident Mr David Abraham has withdrawn his nomination after being informed it was invalid due to what he described as “a small administrative anomaly”. “In the interests of unity and clarity, I will now withdraw from the Robertson pre-selection race rather than appeal this matter,” he said. Pearl Beach candidate Mr Van Davy has acknowledged he was unable to furnish the names of five supporting members required for nomination. He said he had requested access to a database of local ALP members so he could canvass them for support. He said that he would lodge an appeal if his nomination was not accepted. Describing herself as a community activist and former Gosford councillor, Ms Neal said she was the only Labor candidate ever to have successfully won the seat of Robertson from a sitting Liberal Member. “I have been a resident of the Central Coast and the Peninsula for 30 years and have raised my family here and run a business here. “I love this community and our environment, but we are not getting our fair share from either Federal or State government.” “I am very aware of both the benefits and challenges of calling the Central Coast and the Peninsula home, and I want to stand up and fight for our fair share of funding and resources.” Ms Neal said she believed most observers expected that

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an overwhelming majority of Peninsula Labor Party members would support her in the preselection. Ms Neal said she had always been a strong advocate for the local community. She claimed to have secured more Federal funding for the Peninsula and Robertson overall during her time as Federal Member than the Liberals had done in the previous 10 years. “As the MP for Robertson, I ran a successful campaign for a Regional Cancer Treatment Centre at Gosford Hospital with a Federal Government grant $28.5 million and negotiated the support of the NSW Government for ongoing operational costs.” She said she had “obtained Federal funding for our schools and hospitals, commuter car parks and a new freight rail corridor to reduce delays and disruptions for commuters, obtained CCTV in the Woy Woy, Ettalong and Umina CBDs to counter antisocial behaviour and secured funding for massively-improved water infrastructure for the Peninsula”. She said she was “passionately committed to securing more training assistance and new Youth employment programs to give our young people better opportunities”. “Whatever your politics, you have to agree that what has happened to TAFE under successive NSW and Federal

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governments is a disgrace,” she said “I will fight to make sure our young people have access to the skills and learning they need to succeed in the future. “I will not rest until we have restored an affordable, high-quality TAFE system and ended the farce of $100,000 uni degrees.” Nevertheless, Ms Neal said she was not resting only on her record: “Ï want to achieve new goals for the people of the Peninsula and obtain the best results for our community. “Working as an MP is all about achieving for the community,” Belinda said. “I have spoken with many Peninsula residents, about local issues, and I have gained new insights on how to further improve our health services, enhance education, secure better infrastructure and encourage local jobs.” Ms Neal said she had worked in close cooperation with many Peninsula and Gosford community partners over the years, including church-based charitable organisations, social welfare organisations, disability services, youth support groups, mental health support groups, women’s groups, parents and citizens organisations, unions and the union movement as a whole. She said she had “a great record in Council and as an MP of standing up for sustainability, meaningful action on climate change and conservation of our natural and built heritage”. She said she had the trust of the environmental movement on the Central Coast, including the Greens. “At the next election, Labor must attract Green preferences to have any chance of winning Robertson,” she said. Media release, 30 Nov 2015 Belinda Neal, Woy Woy Bay Email, 1 Dec 2015 Dave Abrahams, Killcare Interview, 1 Dec 2015 Van Davy, Pearl Beach

Both Pearl Beach and the Bays Rural Fire Brigades have been permitted to submit development applications to undertake projects to improve their stations. Gosford Council has agreed to donate the services associated with the applications. The project to be undertaken to improve the Pearl Beach RFS facility will be the construction of an additional tanker bay with a new office and new meeting room. The current station comprises of two bays. One houses a Category 1 heavy tanker and the other a Category 12 personnel carrier. The station does not have a meeting/training room and lacks appropriate storage space. If the brigade was to accommodate a second tanker it could not be stored in the current bay. The rear of the Bays RFS Station will be extended to house a meeting room, office, kitchen, amenities, change and store room. The improvements will align the station to the RFS building standard. The kitchen and amenities at the station were in poor condition and below the required standard, according to a report from council staff. Detailed drawings for Pearl Beach and The Bays Stations were

not available but similar projects to be undertaken at Wamberal and Mangrove Mountain indicated that Council would donate around $5500 to $6000. It said the Gosford Rural Fire Service was responsible for all bush fires, structure fires, motor vehicle accidents and other fire related incidents. This also extended to bush fire mitigation, planning and public education. Gosford Council has had a long history of working in partnership with the Gosford Rural Fire Service, according to the report. Under the Act, Councils have the responsibility and funding obligations for the establishment of a Fire Control Centre, the establishment of Rural Fire Brigade Stations, the supply of ancillary vehicles, the maintenance and repair of the vehicles, the insurance of all vehicles, the maintenance and repair of all buildings dedicated to the RFS, the insurance of all buildings dedicated to the RFS; and the general costs associated with the running of the RFS. The report stated that the existing Rural Fire Brigade stations at Pearl Beach and The Bays were aged and had limitations that required upgrading to meet Rural Fire Service and local brigade needs for kitchen and amenities. Gosford Council agenda CON.40, 24 Nov 2015

Neal alleges defamation Labor preselection candidate for Robertson Ms Belinda Neal has alleged Peninsula News has defamed her in a front page article published last edition. Ms Neal claimed the article was inaccurate and untrue, defamatory and damaged her reputation. She said that whether or not Peninsula News had the intention or reason to damage her reputation that had been its effect. Peninsula News does not believe the article was defamatory, but apologises for any hurt or

embarrassment it may have caused her. As a gesture of goodwill, further distribution of Peninsula News was stopped when Ms Neal raised her complaint and material in the article was deleted from online editions. Apart from the media release used in the lead article on this page, and seeking an apology and retraction, Ms Neal has not submitted any corrections of fact for publication. Peninsula News, 4 Dec 2015 Mark Snell, editor

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A total of 145.5mm of rain was recorded on the Peninsula in November.

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Almost all of this fell in the first 16 days of the month. The month’s total was 39.5mm, or 37.3 per cent, above the November average of 106mm, according to figures supplied by Mr Jim Morrison of Woy Woy. Rainfall recorded for the year now stands at 1460.2mm which is 26.1 per cent more than average cumulative total at the end of November of 1158. It is also 16.9 per cent above the annual average of 1249mm.

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‘Gosford waterfront was always going to be a mixed use precinct’ Inchley

Funding for performing arts centre dependent on waterfront location

he chairperson of the Central Coast Regional Development Corporation (CCRDC), Mr Graeme Inchley has written and circulated an opinion article about the Gosford Waterfront.

Performing Arts Centre must be built at Poppy Park to keep $12 million NSW Government funding

SW member for Terrigal, Mr Adam Crouch has re-conﬁrmed the NSW Government’s commitment to the regional performing arts centre and conservatorium at the Gosford waterfront.

“The NSW Government has confirmed that the financial commitment of $12 million dollars was made on the basis that the regional performing arts centre is to be constructed on the corner of Dane Dve and Vaughan Ave, Gosford as identified in the Our City, Our Destiny Masterplan,” Mr Crouch said. “The minister for planning, Mr Rob Stokes has confirmed to me that the $12 million dollar investment into Gosford city’s regional performance centre announced in March this year is based on the development at the identified site at Gosford Park,” he said. “It must be remembered that many years of hard work and public consultation

has gone into the planning of this project as part of the Gosford Waterfront Masterplan, including our local RSL clubs, and this was endorsed by Gosford City Council in August 2013. “We cannot afford to be known as a region that cannot be trusted to know what they are doing and not sticking to the plan. “The park, which has become affectionately known as ‘poppy park’ was always planned as a ‘moving memorial’ and I believe may be placed at the Terrigal Haven next year. “However, there is no reason why a wonderful tribute to our ANZACs cannot be planned as a permanent water feature in the foyer of the Performing Arts Centre.

“The Federal Government will be watching closely the decisions made by Gosford City Council before they commit public funds to this project,” he said. Gosford mayor, Cr Lawrie McKinna said he questioned why the NSW Government would not honour its $12 million funding pledge “just because the performing arts centre moves a few metres down the road.” According to Cr McKinna, since the success of the centenary of ANZAC commemoration that saw Gosford Park turned into a poppy ﬁeld, that patch of land had become “sacred ground”. He said Council is now working with the Friends of the Performing Arts precinct to ﬁnd a suitable

alternative location for the conservatorium and regional performing arts centre. M e a n w h i l e , parliamentary secretary for the Central Coast, Mr Scot MacDonald MLC conﬁrmed that if Gosford Council is rethinking the location of the regional performing arts centre, the $12 million state funding “falls away”. “From a state government perspective that is black and white. “Our commitment is based on that site so if Council has a rethink it will have to go back to Cabinet and the funding will need to be rethought,” he said. Media release, Nov 2, 2015 Debra Wales, ofﬁce of Adam Crouch Interview, Nov 3, 2015 Lawrie McKinna, Gosford Council Interview, Nov 3, 2015 Scot MacDonald, parliamentary secretary for the Central Coast

“As a long term resident of the Central Coast, I believe that the revitalisation of Gosford is a crucial component in the creation of a vibrant, economically robust and sustainable region,” Mr Inchley said. “For many years, Gosford was seen by many of its residents as failing to reach its huge potential. “However, right now, there is an opportunity to redress this situation and take a path towards real social and economic growth. “The identiﬁcation of this path began in 2008 with the development of the Gosford City Centre Masterplan “Our City, Our Destiny”. “This blueprint for transformation was funded and developed as a partnership between the NSW Government and Gosford City Council, with unprecedented community involvement. “Since then, further planning has been guided by this blueprint and has resulted in 10 hectares of the Gosford Waterfront being gazetted as a Site of State Signiﬁcance (SSS). “The SSS is unequivocal about its vision for the Waterfront: “’The Gosford Waterfront will be a vibrant and active mixed use precinct that

will connect the Gosford City Centre to the Brisbane Water foreshore. ‘New residential development will contribute to the State Government’s regional housing targets for the Central Coast, and will take advantage of Gosford’s unique water based setting. ‘The Gosford Waterfront will also be a vibrant centre for jobs, and offer regional ofﬁce opportunities for large businesses and corporations near a locally based skilled workforce.’ “As part of the SSS process, the former public school site was rezoned for mixed use development. “This provides for more ﬂexible use of the site and also facilitates private investor development funding. “To complement and further facilitate private investment, both the NSW and Federal Governments have announced programs which will greatly contribute to Gosford’s revitalization. “These are: The decision by Federal Government to create 600 new ATO jobs in Gosford, to be housed in a purpose built facility developed through private sector investment; A NSW Government pledge of $10 million towards a Continued Page 3

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Scott calls for community action on merger Action by the community is the only thing that could save Gosford Council from being forced by the NSW Government into a merger with Wyong, according to Labor councillor Vicki Scott.

Jeff Sundstrom demonstrates at Gosford Council in support of Vicki Scott’s call for community action to stop forced amalgamation

Regional Planning Panel. “I think the community probably largely doesn’t know what is going on but really there is a great need for the community to be aware of what the effect of this is going to be,” Cr Scott said. According to Cr Scott, an amalgamation would result in lower levels of community representation and less contact between the community and council staff. Ms Scott said she believed the amalgamation could have a negative impact on community centres and all the other services

and facilities that Gosford Council has been known to deliver. “It will change the way we go about getting funding and will lead to even more detachment of communities at the edges of the region, including the Peninsula,” she said. “It is never too late; we have got until November 18 and the community can use its voice, that is why the rally was held.” Cr Scott said she did not think a bigger council would result in better infrastructure for the region. “What’s that saying about size?’

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Cr Scott said she would be addressing a community rally that was to be held on Saturday, November 7 on the forecourt of the Gosford Council building in Gosford. “Parts of the Coast, like the Peninsula, already feel like they are under-represented,” Cr Scott said. “Imagine dealing with a council for an area as big as Canberra with as many people as the Northern Territory and only 10 or a maximum of 15 councillors instead of 20,” Cr Scott said. “This is bigger than the tax office and Gosford waterfront. “This is huge. “It is about the absolute future of this region and it will affect us for generations,” she said. Following years of speculation and in spite of statements to the contrary, local councils across NSW have been given one month to show why the recommendations of IPART regarding their forced amalgamation should not be adopted. A group of concerned locals, calling themselves Our City, Our Council, Our Choice, organised Saturday’s peaceful rally to encourage and support Gosford Council in perusing its continuance as a standalone entity. In June, Gosford Council unanimously declared it believed it was fit for the future and its submission to IPART expressed its arguments for continuing as a stand-alone council. In October, IPART released its report card which declared Gosford “unfit” for the future and recommended it amalgamate with Wyong or form a joint organisation. Wyong Council was also declared unfit but has since declared, by one vote, a preference to amalgamate with Gosford to form a new Greater Central Coast Regional Council which would take in Wyee and abolish the Joint

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she said. “Blacktown Council is the biggest council in NSW and it is having financial troubles,” she said. Wyong jumped too early to make its preferences known to the NSW Government, according to Cr Scott. “The big problem for this region now is five people in Wyong made a decision that will have a big impact on the community of Wyong and potentially on the people of Gosford, without delving in to the other side of the argument,” she

said. Gosford Council decided to continue to explore its options in the time available before declaring its intentions to the NSW Government on November 18. Gosford mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna said the examination of options included having an ongoing dialogue with Wyong Council and conducting due diligence into all available options. Cr Scott said “no one has told me how I should vote on the issue of amalgamation but the conservatives are being told, by someone outside their community, how to vote and I think that is a shame for the people they represent.” In terms of what a new amalgamated council would mean for issues such as the future of Gosford Council’s Coastal Open Spaces Scheme, Cr Scott said no one from the state government or at a local level seemed to know the answers to such questions. “Every four years, every time there is a change in local government, there is a very real chance that things like COSS could disappear so the chance is there in an amalgamation too,” she said. Cr Scott said she thinks there has to be “some greater reason” for the NSW Government’s amalgamation push. “It is horrendous when you think about the cost, it could be $100 million -- and that money, if we want infrastructure, give both councils $50 million each and we will get the infrastructure we need. “Or for the next 20 years we will be feeling our way around figuring out which councillor belongs to which ward and it will cripple us for a long time. “That $100 million will be a line item on every budget. “A large council is a dispassionate council and the one thing that can stop it is the voice of the people,” she said. Media release, 4 Nov 2014 Jeff Sundstrom, Our City, Our Council, Our Choice Interview, 4 Nov 2015 Vicki Scott, Gosford Council READ MORE Pages 6 and 7

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Council resolves to acquire part of Wyong Grove T

he acting CEO of Wyong Council has been authorised to acquire approximately one quarter of the Wyong Grove school site and carriage way at a fair market value.

A mayoral minute presented to the November 11 ordinary meeting of Wyong Council resulted in the Council resolving to go ahead with an attempt to acquire those parts of the former public school considered essential for organisations such as the Wyong Drama Group. The plan is to acquire those land and buildings either by agreement or compulsory process. The council authorised the acting CEO to execute all necessary documentation relevant to the acquisition. The school site, when purchased, will be classiﬁed as operational land for the purposes of the Local Government Act 1993. If the site has to be obtained using a compulsory process, it will be done “pursuant to the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991,” according to the adopted mayoral minute. Council will make an application to the Minister for Finance to commence compulsory

Wyong Drama Group members protest the sale of the Grove

acquisition of part of the site. The entire school site was recently sold by the Department of Education, at auction, to a Sydney developer, for $4.45 million. If the Minister gives his consent, then Council can begin negotiations with the new owner to acquire the part of the site currently used as the Wyong Grove Cultural and Community Hub. Mayor, Cr Doug Eaton OAM, said Council was true to its word and would now pursue compulsory acquisition so this important site can continue as a community facility. “We went to the auction in good faith and were hopeful of securing the site ourselves due to its high importance to our

community,” Cr Eaton said. “I even told bidders at the auction we would seek to compulsorily acquire the site – so everyone knew what we wanted to do. “So now it is time to act. “We can’t afford the whole site, so we will now move to try to acquire the part of the site which will provides the best value for the community.” Council spent over $100,000 upgrading the former school buildings which are currently home to a number of local community and drama groups. It is these buildings Council will now seek to acquire under compulsory acquisition arrangements. If the owner wishes to develop the rest of the

site, it will be subject to the normal Council development application process. “This whole process has caused a great deal of stress in the local community which has been really unnecessary,” Cr Eaton said. “The State Government broke its promise to the community but Council will not, and will now step in and attempt to save this important community facility.” In NSW, all levels of government can acquire privately owned land for public purposes. They may acquire the whole property, part of a property or an interest in the property, including easements for power lines, sewer or water. Most privately owned land, required by

government for public purposes, is acquired by negotiation and agreement between the landholder and the acquiring authority. The process is expected to take several months. “Obviously the hall is not included on the basis that the arthouse is developed and it has a studio of the size of the hall and is more adaptable,” Cr Eaton said at the November 11 general meeting of Wyong Council. Cr Eaton said he expected the fair market value of the area Wyong Council wishes to purchase to be between $1 million and $1.5 million. Acting CEO of Wyong Council, Mr Rob Noble said he had received a brieﬁng from the relevant

director following a discussion with the purchaser of Wyong Grove. “They are in discussion with another buyer for the purchase of a small part of the site that is similar to what we are looking at,” Mr Noble said. “The level of pricing they are looking at is rather alarming to me and we need to keep that in mind,” he said. The motion to move forward with the compulsory acquisition of a portion of the site was carried unanimously.

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Councillors bullied into amalgamation vote even out of 10 Gosford councillors have voted to inform the NSW Government they are willing to amalgamate with Wyong Council.

The NSW Government has required all NSW councils deemed “unfit” to stand alone to make 50-word submissions by November 18 outlining their amalgamation preferences. Gosford’s deputy mayor, Cr Craig Doyle moved that “… based on its understanding that continuing as a stand-alone Council is not acceptable to the NSW Government… Council’s first preference is that Gosford City Council voluntarily merges with Wyong Shire Council.” Cr Doyle went on to give Gosford’s second preference, which was for Gosford City Council to merge with the southern part of Wyong Council up to Sparks Rd and for the remaining northern part of Wyong Shire Council to merge with Lake Macquarie City Council. “I find it hard to believe that we haven’t been provided a choice as councillors,” Cr Doyle said in opening discussion on the proposed motion. “As a working party, we took the opportunity to meet with the minister to express our fears, and I must say, they were met with respect and concern,” he said. Cr Doyle said a meeting with the local government minister, Mr Paul Toole did allay his fears about having no say in the process “a little”. “I say a little, because I

From left: Cr Jim McFadyen, Cr Gabby Bowles, deputy mayor Cr Craig Doyle and Cr Jeff Strickson debate the future of Gosford Council

still have some concerns that a voluntary forced amalgamation is our ﬁrst choice,” he said. He said Wyong’s early move, by a margin of one vote, in favour of the formation of a Greater Central Coast Regional Council through a merger with Gosford, stymied the debate about options available to Gosford. “I really think we have been bullied and coerced

into a corner from which there is no recovery,” he said. Cr Hillary Morris said she would not vote in favour of the amalgamation. “I ﬁnd it incomprehensible that we have been told to amalgamate or else,” Cr Morris said, citing the fact that IPART had found Gosford to be ﬁnancially sustainable. “What happens if we stand alone?” she asked.

“I don’t agree that we don’t have a choice; we are denying our residents the right to a voice.” Cr Morris outlined the legislative process that would need to be followed if Gosford did elect to defy the minister’s advice and state a preference to stand alone. She questioned whether the $10 million funding promised to councils who volunteered to amalgamate

plus $10 million for infrastructure would come near to covering the costs of amalgamation. “In our submission we talked about ﬁgures of $37 million and $31 million, that leaves a shortfall of $48 million. “Where will it come from, the sale of assets, the sale of public land, a special rate variation? “I will refuse to succumb to the bullying of the state government for

a paltry $20m,” she said. Cr Gabby Bowles added: “It really does feel like we have been backed into a corner on this one. “I would ordinarily be putting up one hell of a fight but the State Government has been very clever and would not be heading into this situation if they were not confident of the outcome,” Cr Bowles said. “While amalgamation would not be my preferred situation under ordinary circumstances, I believe what we are facing now are exceedingly extraordinary circumstances.” Cr Bowles said she would support the motion on the basis that it meant Gosford’s elected representatives would remain in their roles until the September 2016 election. “I believe it is imperative our community has a voice throughout the process... Gosford’s assets, infrastructure and staff, we can’t fight for them if we are not here,” she said. Cr Jeff Strickson said the benefits of amalgamation could be as much as $196 million over 20 years and that was “too much to gamble”. Who is going to pick up the shortfall if we don’t amalgamate?” Cr Strickson asked. “I believe it is for the best intentions of the rate payers for the two councils that we do amalgamate and carry on so we can represent the people of the new area,” he said. Cr Bob Ward said he would support the motion because a single voice for the Central Coast would give the region strength on planning issues. Continued P3

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r Phil Walker, chair of Regional Development Australia Central Coast, has congratulated Gosford and Wyong Councils on their agreement to voluntarily merge as part of the NSW Government’s Fit for the Future reform process.

The seat of Robertson is currently held by Liberal MP Ms Lucy Wicks, who won it in 2013 from Labor’s Deborah O’Neill with a margin of three per cent. Former Member for Robertson Ms Belinda Neal lives in Woy Woy and has publicly announced she is running for pre-selection. Mr David Abrahams from Killcare has also announced his intention to stand for pre-selection. Pearl Beach resident Mr Van Davy has also announced he is running. Mr Davy said he did not belong to a local branch but was a member of the “central policy branch”. The non-Peninsula candidate is Ms Ann Charlton, who is a senior member of Senator Deborah O’Neill’s staff and lives in Wamberal. Mr Davy said he had been a member of the ALP for 50 years and wanted to represent the ALP because: “The ALP represents the best chance working Australians and their families have to achieve decent living standards and ‘people control’ over the shaping forces on society. “The Labor Party needs communicators who can engage with uncommitted voters, especially voters in Labor’s ‘lost’ heartland of centrist workers,” he said. “I do this well, as an educator who sketches the ‘big picture’ in ways that workers can understand,

Media statement, 17 Nov 2015 Van Davy, Pearl Beach Media statement, 20 Nov 2015 David Abrahams, Killcare Reporter: Jackie Pearson

“The decision to voluntarily merge will ensure that our community will now have an opportunity to have a say in how our new Central Coast Council will be formed and that the region will be able to access $20 million in support from the NSW Government, to assist offsetting a small portion of the total amalgamation costs that will occur,” Mr Walker said. “ R e g i o n a l Development Australia

osford and W y o n g Councils have agreed to an historic, voluntary merger as part of the NSW Government’s Fit for the Future reform package.

Gosford councillors vote for ‘voluntary forced’ merger Gosford councillors have voted in favour of “voluntarily” merging with Wyong Council, despite claiming they had been forced, bullied and coerced. Gosford’s deputy mayor Cr Craig Doyle said that his first preference was for a “voluntary” merger, but that “we haven’t been provided a choice”. “I still have some concerns that a voluntary forced amalgamation is our first choice,” he said. “I really think we have been bullied and coerced into a corner from which there is no recovery,” he said. Cr Hillary Morris said she would not vote in favour of the amalgamation. “I find it incomprehensible that we have been told to amalgamate or else,” Cr Morris said, citing the fact that IPART had found Gosford to be financially sustainable. Cr Gabby Bowles added: “It really does feel like we have been backed into a corner on this one.” But she said she would vote in favour of the merger. “I believe it is imperative our community has a voice throughout the process ... Gosford’s assets, infrastructure and staff, we can’t fight for them if we are not here,” she said. Cr Jeff Strickson said the

benefits of amalgamation could be as much as $196 million over 20 years and that was “too much to gamble”. Cr Bob Ward said he would support the motion because a single voice for the Central Coast would give the region strength on planning issues. Cr Deanna Bocking spoke briefly to thank the community for its support and passion along with the staff, CEO and fellow councillors. Cr Vicky Scott said: “I am not going to fall on my sword for peanuts”, comparing the $20 million funding on offer with the over $700 million turnover of the existing councils. Cr Jim McFadyen added: “I will not be supporting this motion or selling out the majority of the community or council staff.” Gosford mayor, Cr Lawrie McKinna noted that during his three years on council its financial position had gone from an $8 million deficit to a $36 million surplus. “This council in my opinion is fit for the future, so I never thought we would have to worry about any amalgamation. “At the meeting last week, it was very clear they will force us which is wrong but looking at what is happening in Gosford, if

we do agree to amalgamation we can work with the Government to get the best outcome for the community.” The day after the Gosford Council vote, Dr Joseph Drew from the University of New England’s Centre for Local Government said NSW councils were being forced into amalgamations unlikely to benefit local communities on the basis of flawed methodology. Serious flaws in the methodology used by IPART to declare councils fit or unfit raised questions that were being ignored in the Government’s rush to amalgamations, Dr Drew said. “Why didn’t the Government or its independent experts at IPART see these obvious flaws which were pointed out on numerous occasions?” Dr Drew asked. “What will be the negative impacts on residents and ratepayers following decisions made on the basis of these flawed assumptions? Media release, 18 Nov 2015 Paul Anderson, Gosford and Wyong Councils Media release, Nov 17, 2015 Dr Joseph Drew: University of New England Gosford Council meeting 17 Nov 2015 Reporter: Jackie Pearson •More stories on Council merger page 8 and 9

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Both Councils submitted their merger preference to the NSW Government before the November 18 deadline – with it likely that a Central Coast council could be proclaimed late December and come into effect early next year. Gosford mayor, Cr Lawrie McKinna said the agreement was a deﬁning moment in the Central Coast’s history. “Although time was against us, I’m very pleased with how both Councils have worked hard to protect the interests of their communities and the Central Coast,” Cr McKinna said. “I’m conﬁdent that this monumental decision to voluntarily merge means that the community’s voice will not be lost, which is something the NSW Government couldn’t guarantee under a potential forced amalgamation. “We’ll also have access to $20 million in support from the NSW Government for the voluntary merger that will make sure funding from our recent operating surpluses is not diverted away from vital service, facility and infrastructure improvements.

“There’s no doubt that merging our two organisations will be challenging, but my fellow Gosford councillors and I are looking forward to working alongside our Wyong counterparts to achieve the best outcome for the residents of the Central Coast,” he said. Wyong’s deputy mayor, Cr Lynne Webster, said she was pleased Gosford Council was coming to the party and agreed voluntary amalgamation is the only way to go. “The only way now is forward. “We have to work together to ensure a Central Coast Council continues to deliver the best possible services our community need and want. “I believe we can do it and this decision means we have secured a much needed $20 million injection of funding for our

region. “This decision will put the Central Coast on the map as a region in its own right and I believe will ensure we get a lot more funding and recognition in the future.” Gosford’s CEO, Mr Paul Anderson and Wyong’s acting CEO, Mr Rob Noble will now meet to create a staff transition team and start on plans to amalgamate the two Councils. An informal meeting of the two councils will be held at Wyong Council chambers on Wednesday, December 4, which will be the ﬁrst time the two councils have met since deciding on the merger.

Central Coast’s board members look forward to working with all sectors to ensure that the best outcomes are achieved for the entire Central Coast,” he said. “ R e g i o n a l Development Australia Central Coast is conﬁdent the decision to form the one united entity will allow the Central Coast to proactively brand and market itself as a desirable region to visit, live and invest, which in time will greatly assist in

addressing the region’s higher than average unemployment rate. “We look forward to assisting all levels of government, business and the community to proactively work together to deliver the vibrant and successful future that the Central Coast rightly deserves,” Mr Walker said. Media release, Nov 18, 2015 Elizabeth Westrup, Regional Development Australia Central Coast

Splitting Wyong Council in two is delusional ne of Wyong’s Save Tuggerah Lakes Party councillors, Cr Lloyd Taylor, has accused Lake Macquarie City Council of wanting to steel Wyong Council’s money.

He has been critical of moves by Lake Macquarie Council to see the Wyong Local Government Area cut in half at Sparks Rd and absorbed into Gosford to the South and Lake Macquarie to the north. “Lake Macquarie Council is trying to dispense with the Wyong Local Government Area by making a recommendation to the State Government to cut Media release, Nov 16, 2015 Wyong in two,” Cr Taylor Gosford and Wyong Council said. media “Neither Lake Meeting transcript, Nov 25, Macquarie Council 2015 Wyong Council general nor Gosford Council meeting have any idea how the Jackie Pearson, journalist community thinks and I

am sure our community would not agree with the idea of a “forced retreat” from the waterfront,” Cr Taylor said. “Lake Macquarie City Council is ‘planning for increased ﬂooding and changes to the foreshore lines that may occur as a result of sea level rise’,” he said. “They want to develop an adaptation plan which is double speak for no more development on land at Pelican or Blacksmiths. “If a ratepayer wants to build a new home, they won’t be permitted. “I had a phone call from a local in Wyong

concerned if we were amalgamated with Lake Macquarie that many waterfront properties would have restrictions imposed on them which would affect their 149 certificates. “I am against and idea that either Lake Macquarie or Gosford lay a finger on Wyong. “They only want Wyong because our finances are in order and want to steal money from our region,” he said.

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can relate to their lives, that cuts through the neo-con and Green propaganda that ‘there is no difference between the major parties’,” Mr Davy said. “I want to see more parliamentarians in Labor’s leadership structure who have less interest in career, factional power, number-crunching and branch-stacking and more interest in, and with more demonstrated skills in research; identification of national concerns and national opportunities; genuine data-based collaboration with the membership and specialists; formulations of appropriate responses to national concerns; policy-development, political education of the Australian public; forward strategic thinking,” he said. He has urged branch members who consider voting for him to make Ms Charlton their second choice. Belinda Neal won the seat of Robertson in 2007 in a tight race but lost pre-selection to Deborah O’Neill in 2010. Mr Abrahams said he is running to offer members a communitybased candidate who wants to push for local policies, particularly around innovation and youth employment. As lead advocate for the early NBN rollout and as Chair of Regional Development Australia Central Coast I’ve assisted in attracting significant investments to the region,” he said..

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m a j o r development worth around $17.6 million in the heart of Gosford’s city centre has been approved by Council.

The 14 storey mixed use development comprising a ground floor tavern, 75 residential units and basement car parking level will be built on the current Duttons Tavern site in Mann St. This development will maintain and upgrade the tavern that currently serves the surrounding area, provide new residential opportunities that support Gosford’s development as a regional city and is located close to public transport. The maximum height of the development complies with the Gosford Local Environment Plan but a minor variation in the floor space ratio has been approved. Allowances have also been made for car parking. The existing tavern does have some ground level parking at the rear in Paul Lane and there will be one level of basement car parking. Earlier plans for the development included a level of parking above the ground floor but issues of overshadowing Kibble Park meant the plans had to be revised so the development will only provide 33 parking spaces. Two podium levels will include 15 residential units. Floors three through to 12 will house another 54 residential units and there will be two penthouse apartments on the top floor. The proposal includes 24 one bedroom units, 47 two bedroom units and four three bedroom units. The tavern will be a redevelopment of the existing Duttons tavern and the hours of operation will

be in accordance with the liquor licence for the existing tavern. The owner of the site, Mr Bob Bourne addressed the council meeting before the development was approved. Mr Bourne said the ﬁrst development application he attempted to get approved through Gosford Council in the early 1970s took eight years to get accepted. Mr Bourne said, on this occasion, the professionalism of council staff had been “breathtaking”. Mr Bourne suggested that the nature of the new Mann St development went handin-hand with the rejuvenation of Gosford hospital and could provide future homes for hospital staff. The owner of the building that adjoins the development site spoke against the motion. He complained that a quantity surveyor’s report had not been released and questioned how he could make comment on the development without seeing its contents.

He was informed the report could not be made public because of copyright. He said he had owned the property adjoining the development since 1995. He said he had been contacted by a party representing Mr Bourne in 2013 to offer around $2 million to purchase his building and land. “I have had some discussions with Bob over the years and I told him some months before he lodged this development I was prepared to sign as consenting owner if he wanted to include my property, if he would pay costs of DA approval and it would be adjusted on sale to any purchaser. “He did not accept my letter and I can’t sell to someone who wants to buy my property for only a fraction of what it is worth.” A report to the council meeting referred to the potential of the neighbouring property, which is located between the Bourne development site and the Imperial Centre, to become “isolated”.

He complained that Gosford Council had not sent him information regarding the redevelopment prospects of his site. Deputy mayor, Cr Craig Doyle questioned whether or not council had addressed all concerns relating to the neighbouring property. Director for governance and planning, Ms Danielle Dixon said Council did have an obligation to look at the adjoining property and make sure this site has acceptable setback and that staff were comfortable the site could be developed and the setbacks were adequate. However, Ms Dixon said

it was unlikely the adjoining property would be developed to the same scale. “If you only have one site then you are constrained, which is why we gave preferences and additional incentives. “We think there is a possible development than can occur on that site but not to the same scale,’ Ms Dixon said. Most councillors who asked questions about the Bourne development were mainly concerned with the issue of available parking. Mr Bourne was allowed to substitute some parking spaces by undertaking to run a mini bus for the tavern. It was resolved that the proximity of the building to Gosford train station and bus routes meant that some units could be sold without an attached car space. Cr Gabby Bowles said parking was her main concern but concluded that she didn’t think it was a bad thing to have reduced parking spaces. “We should be pushing people to more sustainable and public transport,” Cr Bowles said. “I think this is a positive and unique opportunity because it is in the heart of our city and will accommodate people who don’t necessarily want their own car,” she said. “Tying parking spaces to properties in the strata plan

gives price points that we may not otherwise have in our city and it will improve the city,” she said. “We need people living in our city if we want it to thrive. “This is a really creative and positive outcome to encourage those who do not want to own a vehicle.” Cr Craig Doyle also spoke in support of the development’s approval. He said making single units available in the heart of Gosford would give young professionals a good entry point to the property market. “Wouldn’t it be great to have some young professionals in the centre of Gosford creating more demand,” he said. Mr Bourne told the meeting he was eager to progress the development to construction certiﬁcate stage as early as possible in 2016. Almost $460 million worth of development has now been approved for Gosford’s City Centre by Council and the Hunter and Central Coast Joint Regional Planning Panel. Meeting transcript, Nov 24, 2015 Gosford Council ordinary meeting Agenda item gov.155, Nov 24, 2015 Gosford Council ordinary meeting Jackie Pearson, journalist

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Former Member for Robertson Ms Belinda Neal may be the only remaining Peninsula candidate for Labor pre-selection for the Federal seat of Robertson. The nominations of two of three local candidates, reported in the last edition of Peninsula News, have faced administrative obstacles. Killcare resident Mr David Abraham has withdrawn his nomination after being informed it was invalid due to what he described as “a small administrative anomaly”. “In the interests of unity and clarity, I will now withdraw from the Robertson pre-selection race rather than appeal this matter,” he said. Pearl Beach candidate Mr Van Davy has acknowledged he was unable to furnish the names of five supporting members required for nomination. He said he had requested access to a database of local ALP members so he could canvass them for support. He said that he would lodge an appeal if his nomination was not accepted. Describing herself as a community activist and former Gosford councillor, Ms Neal said she was the only Labor candidate ever to have successfully won the seat of Robertson from a sitting Liberal Member. “I have been a resident of the Central Coast and the Peninsula for 30 years and have raised my family here and run a business here. “I love this community and our environment, but we are not getting our fair share from either Federal or State government.” “I am very aware of both the benefits and challenges of calling the Central Coast and the Peninsula home, and I want to stand up and fight for our fair share of funding and resources.” Ms Neal said she believed most observers expected that

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Belinda Neal may be only Peninsula candidate governments is a disgrace,” she said “I will fight to make sure our young people have access to the skills and learning they need to succeed in the future. “I will not rest until we have restored an affordable, high-quality TAFE system and ended the farce of $100,000 uni degrees.” Nevertheless, Ms Neal said she was not resting only on her record: “Ï want to achieve new goals for the people of the Peninsula and obtain the best results for our community. “Working as an MP is all about achieving for the community,” Belinda said. “I have spoken with many Peninsula residents, about local issues, and I have gained new insights on how to further improve our health services, enhance education, secure better infrastructure and encourage local jobs.” Ms Neal said she had worked in close cooperation with many Peninsula and Gosford community partners over the years, including church-based charitable organisations, social welfare organisations, disability services, youth support groups, mental health support groups, women’s groups, parents and citizens organisations, unions and the union movement as a whole. She said she had “a great record in Council and as an MP of standing up for sustainability, meaningful action on climate change and conservation of our natural and built heritage”. She said she had the trust of the environmental movement on the Central Coast, including the Greens. “At the next election, Labor must attract Green preferences to have any chance of winning Robertson,” she said. Media release, 30 Nov 2015 Belinda Neal, Woy Woy Bay Email, 1 Dec 2015 Dave Abrahams, Killcare Interview, 1 Dec 2015 Van Davy, Pearl Beach

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Excavator cuts power to 1200 premises Around 1200 homes and businesses in parts of Woy Woy, Horsfield Bay and Phegans Bay experienced a power outage on Tuesday, November 24, after an excavator hit an underground cable. Emergency crews from Ausgrid investigated the interruption to the electricity supply which occurred around 12:30pm. The problem was found to be an underground cable fault. Emergency crews were on the job about 50 minutes after the outage took place and most

customers had power back by 2:40pm. Repair crews worked through the afternoon to progressively restore power to affected residences and businesses. Crews worked to isolate the fault to safely restore power to the final pocket of homes by 7pm. Ausgrid confirmed that the fault occurred when contractors working for a third party hit the power line with an excavator, automatically shutting down the network for public safety.

Mr MacDonald said the tender announcement was a big win for Woy Woy cyclists. “Installation of the bike shed at Woy Woy station is expected to start next year,” Mr MacDonald

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New bike spaces at Woy Woy station Contracts have been awarded for the installation of 50 secure bike spaces at Woy Woy station, according to Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Mr Scot MacDonald.

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said. Use of the bike shed will be free for cyclists and accessed using their Opal cards. A tender for 40 bike spaces at Gosford station has also been awarded and they are two of the first nine locations to have tenders awarded based on high levels of demand from cyclists who use the stations. Media release, 3 Dec 2015 NeMitchell Cutting, Office of Scot MacDonald MLC

Gosford Council has renegotiated a licence with the Everglades Country Club in Woy Woy to allow extensions of buildings at the club. The council was told that parking facilities and access at the Everglades Country Club on Dunban Rd in Woy Woy are partly on land owned by Gosford Council and licensed to the club. Councl staff reported that part of the club’s proposed extensions encroached on the Council-owned land. As result Council has entered into a deed of variation with the club to allow the permitted use to include car parking, access and

building structures encroaching. The deed does not allow consent for further building works or encroachments beyond the current extensions. The licence fee was set at $2000 per annum for the duration of the licence. The Club will be responsible for the cost of maintenance of the area for the term of the Licence and it will be required to make the parking and access available for the use of the general public. The Club is to be responsible for public liability insurance for the area and is to indemnify Council against any claims arising from the former use of the area. The Club is to provide and maintain two signs, one at each

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entry point to the parking area, advising that the parking area is a Public Car Park and can be used by patrons utilising the adjacent Rogers Park recreation facilities. These signs are to display a Gosford City Council logo. Everglades will bear all reasonable costs associated with preparation and execution of the agreement. The licence will be for a term of 21 years. Any difference between the licence fee charged by Gosford Council and the actual market rent that could be gained from the site is to be recorded as a donation by Council to the club. Gosford Council Agenda GRO.44, 24 Nov 2015

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Playground may take aeronautical theme The playground in Trafalgar Ave, Woy Woy, may be upgraded with an aeronautical theme. Gosford Council’s regional playground strategy committee has agreed to investigate the possibility. The investigation is a result of a resident asking for an upgrade of the Trafalgar Ave playground, with an aeronautical theme because the site was an old airstrip. Council officers have applied

The land to be rezoned to Residential at Wagstaffe

Endangered bushland rezoned as residential Gosford Council will rezone a block of endangered bushland in Wagstaffe Ave, Wagstaffe, as residential, despite objections from the Community Environment Network. The rezoning was part of a planning proposal in “respect of miscellaneous amendments to the Gosford LEP 2014”. It was passed at the Gosford Council meeting on Tuesday, November 24. The proposal covered a number of parcels of land that did not have their rezoning finalised as part of the process of formulating the LEP.

In a public submission prior to the meeting, CEN stated that it considered rezoning the land to Residential 2 was not appropriate because the land was heavily vegetated. “According to Council’s Bells Vegetation Map 2013, the vegetation is classified as E15bi Wagstaffe Spotted Gum Ironbark Forest. The vegetation community, according to the CEN submission, is classified as an endangered ecological community under the Threatened Species Conservation Act 1995. “The proposal to rezone this

EEC to R2 does not acknowledge the high ecological value. In speaking against the proposal at the council meeting, Cr Hillary Morris said: “There are a lot of things I am unhappy about with the changing of the zoning on a lot of the lots here.” Cr Deanna Bocking also commented that she felt “somewhat conflicted about the proposal given there are parcels of land I agree with and parcels I don’t.” Cr Vicky Scott and Cr Morris voted against the motion. Agenda item Gov.159, 24 Nov 2015 Meeting transcript, 24 Nov 2015 Gosford Council ordinary meeting Reporter: Jackie Pearson

for $25,000 funding through the Community Building Partnership Fund grants. If successful, Council will match the funding. The committee recommended that Council investigates the opportunities for a historical (airfield) themed play space at the Trafalgar Ave site. Gosford Council Agenda PS15/04, 24 Nov 2015

Ulysses Club will escort Santa in Umina The Woy Woy Peninsula Branch of the Ulysses Club will escort Santa down West St, Umina, at 10am on December 19. The Ulysses Club is a social club for motorcycle riders and enthusiasts and has a motto of Grow Old Disgracefully. The Woy Woy Peninsula Branch has been very active since the beginning, raising funds for charities including Police Legacy, Arthritis Research Fund, NSW Rural Fire Service, and the local PCYC.

The branch has arranged barbecues around the area, with their highly visible red trailer and shiny motorbikes of all makes and models. Social rides are on the first and third Sunday’s of the month leaving from Macca’s Woy Woy at 9am. A monthly social meeting is held on the third Friday of each month starting at 7.30pm at the Everglades Country Club, Woy Woy. Email, 25 Nov 2015 Phil Bernasconi, Ulysses Club

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Property to be considered in urban edge study The zoning of a property in Berrima Cres, Umina, will be considered as part of Gosford Council’s urban edge study. Gosford Council has passed a motion to accept a recommendation from its staff that the lot not be considered as part of a zoning proposal for miscellaneous blocks of land resulting from changes since or as a result of the introduction of the 2014 Gosford LEP. At its November 24 meeting, the council considered public comments that the land should be rezoned from its current E2 Environmental Conservation under Gosford Local Environmental Plan 2014 to R2 Low Density Residential. Council also considered a request to apply a minimum lot size of 1,850 square metres to the land which applies to other land that has been similarly rezoned and that the floor space ratio of up to 0.5: 1 apply to the land. Council staff reported that the property was not included in the Planning Proposal as it was not

referred to Council and had not been placed on public exhibition. The report stated that, prior to Gosford LEP 2014 coming into effect, the land was zoned part 2(a) Residential and part 9(a) Restricted Development (Flood Prone Land) under Gosford Planning Scheme Ordinance. As the Standard Instrument LEP did not have an equivalent zone to 9(a), all 9(a) zoned land was zoned E2 Environmental Conservation under Gosford LEP 2014. The reason for this was that the land was physically constrained by flooding and the uses permitted in the 9(a) zone were similar to those in the E2 zone. Under the GPSO subdivision of 9(a) land was not permitted. The minimum lot size of 1,850sqm mentioned in the submission did not apply to 9(a) zoned land, but to land zoned 9(c) Restricted Development (Steep Land). As a result it was decided that the subject site would be considered in the Urban Edge Study. Gosford Council Agenda GOV.159, 24 Nov 2015

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Erina Services centre decision ‘will be remembered’ Member for Gosford Ms Kathy Smith has described the NSW Government’s decision to locate a new Services NSW centre at Erina and not in Woy Woy as a course of action the Peninsula community will remember at election time. “Following the community fight protesting the closure of the Woy Woy Motor Registry and asking for another Service NSW office for the southern end of the Central Coast, we have managed to convince the NSW Baird government that an

additional outlet is necessary,” Ms Smith said. “However, instead of this facility being on the Peninsula, it is to be located in Erina. “This is a safe Liberal seat with a Member of Parliament who lives on the Woy Woy Peninsula but who wouldn’t help our fight for equal access to services,” she said, referring to Member for Terrigal, Mr Adam Crouch. “Even though thousands of residents in his own electorate signed the petition in support of services in Woy Woy, the Terrigal member did nothing to help them.

“This Government helps its own but does little, if anything, to help those most in need. “This move will cause much disappointment and I dare say bitterness for the 36,000 plus residents on the Woy Woy Peninsula as well as the many more thousands in surrounding suburbs. “We won’t forget the disdainful way we have been treated when voting time comes around. “We will remember Mr Baird,” she said. Media release, 1 Dec 2015 Jane Letteri, office of Kathy Smith

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Community Church hosts Christmas carols Hardys Bay Community Church is hosting Christmas Carols on the Waterfront on Sunday, December 20. Pre-carols entertainment will commence from 6:30pm to give patrons the opportunity to enjoy entertainment and dinner on the waterfront. Entertainment will be provided by Good Times She Wrote, a dynamic Central Coast guitar and vocal act, Jesse O’Neill and Dominique Morgan, who perform a

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associations had been forced to renegotiate leases and licences on community halls and other infrastructure. The last few weeks had been difficult and time-consuming for committee members and for community associations elsewhere in the Gosford Council area, she said. “The Council apparently decided that some organisations using Council facilities (local halls and tennis courts) were profiteering and developed a new model community licence to apply to future licenses for tennis courts and community halls,” Ms Colebatch said. “This was done without consultation with the community, and appeared at first to apply to all associations and facilities, rather than just applying to those where there was a problem,” she said. “As a result, there has been huge confusion and controversy, time-wasting and stress and all of this against the backdrop of other Council action (forced amalgamations, large scale developments and heritage issues).

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“The association has expressed alarm to councillors, and a meeting will be held with the Council’s community growth director Ms Judy Jaeger on Monday, December 7, to discuss our approach to the hall licence, which is currently on a month to month basis.” Ms Colebatch said Gosford Council was attempting to introduce a new model licence. “The overall model licence imposes many administrative burdens on community bodies, including six-monthly audits, individual applications to council to approve each and every hiring and taking 50 per cent of some income. “We need to be sure that these administrative overheads are not imposed on us, but only on those that are profiteering where there may well be a need to. “Much depends on the detail, and ideally, we will seek a continuation of the former sevenpage lease rather than the much enlarged (33 page) model. “We have been reassured verbally that the association is not a target of the new policy and will not have to pay 50 per cent of all our income to the Council, as was originally feared, but the devil is still in the detail and precise definitions, which are unclear at this stage.” Newsletter, 2 Dec 2015 Peta Colebatch, WTKCA

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Gosford and Wyong councillors meet Gosford councillors held their first meeting with Wyong councillors on the evening of Tuesday, December 2 following the decision to merge the two councils into one. Gosford mayor, Cr Lawrie McKinna, said it was important for councillors continue to play a key role in shaping the new merged council. “There are certainly a lot of rumours flying around as to when and how the new Council will emerge,” Cr McKinna said. ‘What we do know is that all the councillors want to be involved and help shape the new council so the community can continue to have a voice and representation. “It is the community who must be

top priority in the decision making and it is us as councillors who will ensure that,” Cr McKinna said. There have already been three key joint executive meetings held to discuss aligning policies and systems. A project management office has been set up with Gosford’s executive manager of performance and strategy Ms Janine McKenzie and Wyong’s chief financial officer Mr Stephen Naven as joint leaders. The project office will plan, manage and report on the transition process, and will move between the two current civic centres to show staff cooperation is underway and ongoing. It will be supported by a joint transition team comprised of subject matter experts who will manage and

work on individual projects. Staff from both councils will be seconded to the joint transition team at various times. Councillors agreed to meet again once the State Government makes the announcement about amalgamation. Prior to the meeting, which was held at Wyong Council chambers, Gosford Cr Jim McFadyen said he remained concerned about the amalgamation. “I am concerned about what is going to happen in the amalgamation and certainly what is going to happen to the people on the Peninsula,” Cr McFadyen said. “Wyong council has two wards, so I would think we would hope to end up with two wards in Gosford and one of them should be the

Peninsula,” he said. “We will be told where it is all up to with amalgamation and what we are going to name the thing [the new Council]. “NSW Premier Bruce Baird said there will be no forced amalgamations so as far as I am concerned they have sold out the community,” Cr McFadyen said. According to a media release from the Wyong Council media team, the atmosphere at the combined meeting was conciliatory and optimistic as the councillors came together for a briefing on the recently released draft Central Coast Regional Plan. According to the draft regional plan, the Central Coast’s population is expected to grow by 71,260 to 409,450 by 2036.

“The newly merged Central Coast Council will need to play a key role in delivering the 40,000 new dwellings needed to accommodate these new residents,” according to the media release. Wyong mayor Cr Doug Eaton said: “We are finally starting to think and talk as a Central Coast Council and that is an important step we need to take to truly deliver for our growing community.” “As one Central Coast Council we will have the clout and drive to push for more funding and infrastructure for our region and ensure the State Government’s plan does deliver jobs and opportunities for our residents. Media release, 2 Dec 2015 Doug Eaton, Wyong Council Interview, 2 Dec 2015 Jim McFadyen, Gosford Council Reporter: Jackie Pearson

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As 2015 draws to a close, we have been recognising the hard work of many groups and volunteers that have been working for the environment in our region.

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• Rookie of the Year - Barbara Gorman, who has worked tirelessly to fight against Wyong Council’s retrograde tree policy - a battle still to be won! • Best 12th Man - John Wiggin, a stalwart of the local environment scene, who continues to support a range of organisations, often behind the scenes. • Most Outstanding Community Group - Lake Macquarie Sustainable Neighbourhood Alliance. The Alliance was set up in 2011 to support over 15 individual Sustainable Neighbourhood groups established across Lake Macquarie. • Special Recognition: Outstanding Campaign - Australia Walkabout Wildlife Park and Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council - for their commitment over many years to a successful court challenge to the proposed expansion of a Rocla sand mine at Calga. The award was accepted by Tassin Barnard from Walkabout Park. • Special Recognition: Outstanding Campaign - Laurie & Jo Eyes - for their sustained effort to uncover the truth about the proposal for a Regional Airport in Wyong. • Overall BAT Award - Bernadine Mitchell - for her significant achievements over 27 years in leading and coordinating the Copacabana Dunecare Group. Bernadine has also been an active member of her community through the Surf Club, Copacabana Community Association and local school. We thank all our members, supporters and friends for their efforts throughout the year - they are truly making a difference in protecting our environment and keeping the Central Coast a special place to live. If you would like to join the CEN, volunteer or support the work we do - then visit our website for more information. We wish you all a happy, healthy and peaceful holiday season! Jane Smith, CEO, Community Environment Network

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8 out of 10 Gosford Councillors don’t want you to know that they are going to sell our public land Gosford Council has recently commenced selling off public land - without adequate community consultation. On 8 September, 2015 Gosford Councillors voted to begin Stage 1 of the Land Sale Strategy - however, there is no documented strategy. Council has a property portfolio of some 3200 parcels. Council’s property group has reviewed the portfolio to identify land with “sale potential”. Stage 1 involved 20 lots. 3 of the lots were classified as operational land so could go straight to the market place however 17 properties needed to be reclassified from community to operational before they could be sold. Some Councillors indicated that all the properties would go on exhibition however, this was not true. At Council meeting on 10 Nov, 2015, Stage 2 of the land sales came to council. It was explained

to Councillors that the process of reclassifying land from community to operational would go on exhibition however would not inform people that the land was then going to be sold 8 out of 10 Councillors voted to go ahead with the process anyway. The Councillors that voted to proceed were Lawrie McKinna, Deanna Bocking, Bob Ward, Chris Burke, Jim MacFadyen, Gabby Bowles, Craig Doyle and Jeff Strickson. The 2 Councillors that voted against were Hillary Morris and

Vicki Scott. Some of the lots identified for sale have good quality bushland on them and quite a few are open space areas (often former playgrounds before Council removed play equipment) that are well utilised by local communities. CEN is calling on Gosford Council to develop a documented strategy that goes out on exhibition. We want Council to consult with local communities and stakeholders to assess the true value of the land in economic, social and environmental terms.

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Phegans Bay block rezoned in tidy up A block of land in Phegans Bay Rd, Phegans Bay, will be rezoned from RE1 public recreation to R2 low density residential.

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Mark Campbell is awarded Paul Harris Fellowship The Rotary Club of Woy Woy has awarded local businessman Mark Campbell a Paul Harris Fellowship for his outstanding contribution to the community and to Rotary. Mr Campbell, of Campbell Building Materials, was presented with his award during the club’s annual visit to Brisbane Water Secondary College farm at their Umina Campus. Club president Ms Marie Armstrong said: “As one of Rotary’s highest honors, this award recognises exemplary service to the community.

“Mark is a very worthy recipient of a Paul Harris Fellowship having contributed to Rotary over a number of years with funds raised from his tradies’ golf days,” Ms Armstrong said. “His contributions have assisted many local organisations,” she said. “This year, much to the delight of Brisbane Water Secondary College Umina Campus Agriculture teacher Ms Louisa Briggs and the students, the money raised at Mark’s golf day went to the school’s farm to purchase a new trailer.” Media release, 2 Dec 2015 Joan Redmond, Rotary Club of Woy Woy

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The rezoning was approved by Gosford Council at its ordinary meeting on Tuesday, November 24 as part of a packaged rezoning proposal intended to tidy up pockets of land that did not have their zoning finalised as part of the Gosford LEP 2014. According to a report prepared by Gosford Council staff for the meeting on November 24, the block is vacant and in private ownership. However, Council’s records also

indicate that the owner resides at the property, which was incorrect, according to the report. As part of the investigations regarding the zoning of this lot Council’s Natural Open Spaces unit was consulted as to whether it would be interested in acquiring this lot as it adjoins a council reserve. The preferred option would be to include the land as part of the reserve as it would provide access for management and a potential future walking track. If the block were to be sold, it would leave a distance of approximately 1.3 metres between the two boundaries of the reserve in that location.

This distance did not provide for a practical access, the report stated. As the land is not in Council’s ownership, the staff recommended that it should be zoned R2 as it is adjoining privately owned land. Should Council purchase the land in future, the R2 zone would permits recreation areas without consent. Recreation areas include public parks, reserves, gardens or the like. Councillors resolved to adopt the recommendation for the land to be rezoned R2 low-density residential. Gosford Council agenda, GOV.159, 24 Nov 2015

Club safety to be discussed Safety at registered clubs will be the topic of discussion at a meeting of up to 35 club representatives from across the Central Coast at Ettalong Beach War Memorial Club on Friday, November 27. Ettalong Diggers’ operations manager Mr David Kim said that being recognised as a safe venue was integral to having a good reputation in the local community. “There is a range of activities and services we provide daily to ensure the safety of our patrons,” he said. “Our courtesy bus operates seven days a week, and our timetable has been changed to allow our members a free transport method to get to and from the club and their home. “From simply having one of our staff members walking patrons to their car or providing family friendly entertainment for everyone to enjoy, being known as a safe and friendly venue is incredibly important.” A survey conducted earlier this year found that almost 90 per cent of all members and visitors identified a safe environment at their local club as important to their enjoyment.

For the survey, Clubs NSW took online responses from more than 2000 registered club patrons from across the state over February and March. The data was weighted according to geography, age and gender matching Australian Bureau of Statistics census data to ensure a representative sample. New figures from the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research

have shown 48 per cent fewer incidents than last year and almost 79 per cent fewer incidents than the peak in 2004 and 2005. Clubs NSW chief Mr Anthony Ball said that the figures were great news not just for local clubs, but for people of all ages on the Central Coast. Media release, 27 Nov 2015 Vicky Validakis, Clubs NSW

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Work on recreational facilities Gosford Council regional playground strategy committee has reported on work on recreational facilities around the Peninsula. Quotes have been received for the installation of a shade sail at Ettalong Foreshore, which should be installed prior to Christmas.

Fitness equipment at the Peninsula Recreation precinct has been installed. Storm damaged shade sails at Ocean Beach Surf Life Saving Club have been replaced, the committee noted. Gosford Council Agenda PS15/04, 24 Nov 2015

Man charged with drug offences A man has been charged with several alleged drug supply offences in Woy Woy. Just before 9am on Tuesday, November 24, officers from the Brisbane Water Target Action Group were patrolling the Ettalong Beach area. Officers allegedly saw a man holding a bag run from a fire exit of a car park and then get into a taxi. The officers followed the taxi and stopped it on McMasters Road. Following a search of the man and taxi, officers allegedly located cash, scales and a bag containing 80 grams of amphetamine and 5.7 grams of heroin. The man was arrested and taken to Gosford Police Station.

Following inquiries, a search warrant was later executed at a hotel at Ettalong Beach. During the search, officers allegedly located 30 grams of a white powder believed to be cocaine and a small quantity of pills, both of which have been sent for forensic analysis. A 34-year-old man was subsequently charged with supply prohibited drug (x2), possess prohibited drug and deal with property suspected of being proceeds of crime. The man appeared before Gosford Local Court on Tuesday, November 24, and was remanded into custody until his next court appearance on Friday, January 15. Media Release, 24 Nov 2015 NSW Police media

The 2015 Australia Day ceremony at Wagstaffe

Traditional Australia Day ceremony at Wagstaffe Wagstaffe Hall will hold its traditional Australia Day welcome ceremony and breakfast on Tuesday, January 26, at 8am in Wagstaffe Square. The Pretty Beach Public School captains for 2016 will open the event with the flag raising. Guest speaker will be local community member, Mr Andrew Rourke, who will share his

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including Ken Tough’s reading of Australian poetry. Local councillors and state and federal parliamentarians will be in attendance. Breakfast will be served at 9am. The events are free and sponsored by Gosford Council and the Wagstaffe-Killcare Community Association. Newsletter, 2 Dec 2015 Peta Colebatch, WTKCA

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Mr Bill Curnoe in action as a referee in 1980s Mr Ventry Bowden

Strength of character counts say referees Mr Bill Curnoe of Umina and Mr Ventry Bowden of Woy Woy are both Rugby League referees who have been adjudicating games on the Peninsula for 50 and 22 years respectively. Peninsula News interviewed the pair on November 24 as part of a collection of stories and images on Peninsula sporting culture that will be artistically interpreted to form a mural at the new Woy Woy Oval when its redevelopment is complete. It takes certain strength of

character to be a referee. “You need to have a passion for the game, enjoy the company… and most importantly know the rules,” said Mr Curnoe. Referees who are not quick to make a decision can come unstuck and lose control of the game, he said. Respect is another important feature of a successful referee, and Mr Curnoe has acquired plenty of respect over the years. “Communication is key to gaining respect,” he said. “You need to talk to the players so they know why a decision has

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been made.” Mr Bowden agreed about the importance of referees talking to players, coaches and captains before the game and setting the scene for how the game will be played in a fair manner. Mr Curnoe has been a mentor to many referees, including Mr Bowden who said one of the most important things that Bill taught him was to “admit if you’ve made a bad call”. Bill was still quite young when his great potential as a referee was recognised by the state governing body of referees. However he already had other plans: to leave behind a potentially prosperous refereeing career in Sydney in order to move to the Central Coast and start a family in the Peninsula community. He also held on to the dream to one day referee a first grade grand final. That was in 1967. His big day came almost 10 years later when he refereed his first grade final in 1976 at Grehame Park (now Central Coast Stadium) in Gosford. It was Wyong versus Erina and Erina won 10 to 8, their first ever first grade grand final victory. The memory of these big games has stuck with both Bill and Ventry, as they represent the community’s passion for the game. Ventry described how spectators would have to get to the ground prior to 8am to get a seat, and he estimated that crowds would reach up to 12,000 people. Bill described how the game had changed over the last 50 years. Due to technological advances,

some decision-making has been taken away from referees which means that many referees are less decisive, knowing that their decisions could come into question. Teams are not as territorial as they used to be. Players will play for teams away from their hometowns. Ventry described how that has changed the culture of the game, because players, coaches and partners will not congregate at the club after the game to the extent they used to. Children as young as 13 now are encouraged to referee, and Bill and Ventry described the importance of providing mentoring and protection for these vulnerable youngsters. There is currently a shortage of rugby league referees in the Central Coast area and referees

are often called from Newcastle or other nearby areas to help out. While both Bill and Ventry still referee, they recognise that they are at the tail end of their refereeing careers. These days they dedicate their time to mentoring those with less experience, to ensure a positive future for refereeing and Rugby League in the Peninsula and Central Coast areas. This interview is part of the collection of stories on the Woy Woy sport culture. If you are interested in being involved in the project, or believe you have some information that would be relevant, please contact: Coralie McPhie, Project Officer on (02) 4325 8429 or email Coralie. mcphie@gosford.nsw.gov.au. Interview, 24 Nov 2015 Bill Curnoe, Umina Ventry Bowden, Woy Woy Reporter: Jackie Pearson

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Woman charged with stabbing at Umina A woman has faced court on charges of allegedly stabbing of another woman at Umina Beach on Monday, December 1. The 43-year-old woman was alleged to have stabbed a 39-yearold woman with a box cutter knife at a home in Springwood St before leaving the home. Emergency services were called and the injured woman was taken to Gosford Hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries. Later that day, police were again called to the same home after reports the same woman had returned to the home.

When police arrived, a short foot pursuit ensued. It was alleged in court that the woman threatened police with a box cutter knife, before OC spray was used and the woman was arrested. She was subsequently charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, intimidation and assault police. The woman was refused bail to appear before Gosford Local Court on Wednesday, December 2, when she refused bail and will appear again on January 29. Media release, 2 Dec 2015 NSW Police media A Drumbala drumming circle at the Woy Woy Waterfront Markets in 2014

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Airfield to be included in heritage ferry tour Woy Woy’s historic World War II airfield will be one of the topics covered as part of a History and Heritage Hawkesbury River ferry tour to be held on Monday, December 7 and 14.

The house of Rock Davis in Blackwall belonged to one of the area’s first white settlers

The tour is being organised by local historian Mr Peter Rea and will be aboard the ferry Sorrento. A large TV monitor has been installed to display specially prepared graphics, photographs, video of working models and animations. These will be displayed for the majority of the tour along with recorded and live commentary. Subjects to be covered during the trip include the wreck of the World War I warship HMAS Swan; the buildings and World War II defences at Juno Point; the south shore defence site for the World War II river mine field; history of

HMAS Hawkesbury; the West Head World War II defences, including the inclined railway; and the World War II Woy Woy airfield. Participants will also learn about the rendezvous point and history of the IJN submarines involved in the 1942 Sydney attack and the two Hawkesbury River Rail Bridges including why the first one failed and how they were built. The history of Australia’s first naval fleet, HMAS Parramatta and Swan, will also be covered along with the wreck of the World War I warship HMAS Parramatta; and other subjects and points of interest presented live en-route. Morning tea will be included and will be served on board. Bottled water will be available on board for purchase. Bookings are essential and can be made on 0418 631 313. Email, 2 Dec 2015 Peter Rea, History Ferry Tour

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Young people urged to write about Anzac’s importance Young people from the Peninsula are being urged to enter a competition through their local registered clubs to win a tour of historic Anzac sites.

The former Woy Woy Abattoir

Information wanted about Woy Woy abattoir Ms Joan Patrick from the Brisbane Water Historical Society is researching a history book about the Woy Woy Abattoir. In 2014, Ms Patrick and Mr Colin Margin published a history entitled Margins of Woy Woy. “It is about cordial, soft drink, ice cream and ice manufacturing in the years 1914-1985,” Ms Patrick said. “Working along similar lines again, I’m researching the second Woy Woy history in this series,” she said. “It will be about Woy Woy’s Abattoir, especially about the period 1955-2004 when it was owned and operated by the Nichols brothers.” Ms Patrick is seeking assistance from people with contextual history about slaughter yards, domestic and public; abattoirs and meat works in the Gosford district. “My special interest is in the small slaughter yards operated by farmers. “Also those who did their own slaughtering for the family, out in the paddock on the grass. “Before refrigeration, small tin

shed slaughter yards must have been numerous in country districts. “Farmers or slaughter men worked bent over their kill resting on the floor. “Sometimes it was a dirt floor sometimes on concrete. “Their output depended on a man’s fitness, and it was heavy unpleasant work that required dedication to the task of putting meat on tables. “Country women dealt with smaller animals including rabbits and poultry. “The weather also dictated success or failure. “Droughts affected the meat supply line from paddock to plate. “No rain meant no feed, starving livestock, bag of bones for fertiliser only. “A heat wave, and the slaughter yard closed down until it passed. “Long dry cold spells were just right for peak production and winter nights.” According to Ms Patrick, abattoirs became a feature of NSW country towns in the 1950s and 60s when the State Government legislated to decentralise the industry.

“This was the spur for FC Nichols Wholesale Meat Pty Ltd at South Woy Woy to grow their abattoir into a meatworks and invest in major building reconstruction and new technologies. “The modernisation created efficiencies and inspiration and new products were introduced. “Quality control was important to their success and so the Nichols brothers cured their pork for bacon, and made sausages by the hundredweight for their retail customers. “There was a surprising diversity of produce from larger meat works such as Riverstone’s where they cooked and canned their meat, ran dairies, manufactured margarine and dehydrated eggs. “If anyone knows how pioneer families managed their meat supplies, the location of slaughter yards, abattoirs and meatworks in the Gosford district in the last 100 years, could you tell me about them in an email to info@ or henrykendallcottage.org.au phone 4342 9630?” Newsletter, 2 Dec 2015 Joan Patrick, Brisbane Water Historical Society

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Local clubs are encouraging Year 10 and 11 students from across the Peninsula area to enter by writing a 1000-word essay on “Why the Centenary of Anzac is important for modern Australia”. On the basis of those essays and a final interview, six NSW students will be chosen to retrace the steps of World War I Australian soldiers across Athens, Lemnos, Crete, Paris, Ypres and the Somme in April 2016. Local clubs are keen to make sure that at least one those young people comes from the Central Coast. Entry submissions can be made via email to anzacambassador@ clubsnsw.com.au until Friday, December 18. Clubs NSW chief Mr Anthony Ball said the experience would enrich the lives of students

participating, as well as their local communities. “The Premier’s Anzac Ambassadors Program reaches out to young people in the community who want to do more to help keep the Anzac tradition and values alive today and in the future,” he said. Minister for Veterans Affairs Mr David Elliott said the Premier’s Anzac Ambassadors Program provided a pathway for those students who wanted to go beyond the classroom in learning about the sacrifices made on the battlefields of World War I. The program is open to students in Year 10 and 11 across NSW and scholarship winners will be required to keep a diary and report back about what they experienced over the 10-day tour. This year’s essay entries will be judged by Natasha MaclarenJones, Major General Warren Glenny and former Premier Nathan Rees. Email, 2 Dec 2015 Joy Allen, Ettalong Diggers Memorial Club

Ceremony at Hardys Bay Hardys Bay Club held a Remembrance Day Ceremony on Wednesday, November 11, from 10:45am. Pastor Stephen Hinks conduct ed the service, followed by the last post and reveille the the U-Bouddi Big Band will perform.

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Still awaiting boarding house decision The NSW Land and Environment Court has still not finalised its judgement in the matter between Gosford Council and ADG Architects over council’s refusal to approve the development of an Ettalong boarding house. The

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Request for more time to comment Gosford Council has received a request for an additional six weeks to make submissions regarding a development application to add sites and infrastructure to the Bayside Caravan Park at Empire Bay.

with 25 signatures from residents of Empire Bay requesting an extension of the closing date by a further six weeks. The closing date for submissions was October 19. The petition was noted. Council agenda P.23, 27 Oct 2015

School warns of whooping cough Umina Beach Public School has warned its students and parents of a recent increase in the incidence of whooping cough. An increase of whooping cough (pertussis) particularly amongst primary-school-aged children has been reported by the NSW Department of Health Parents were told in the school newsletter than whooping cough started like a cold and progressed

to bouts of coughing that could last for many weeks. “Older children may just have a cough that is persistent and is worse at night. “The infection can occur even in fully vaccinated children. “Children with symptoms should see a GP. “If your doctor diagnoses whooping cough, please let the school know and keep your child at home until they have taken five

days of antibiotics. “Keep coughing children away from babies. “Whooping cough vaccines give good protection against infection but immunity fades. “If your school-aged child has younger siblings, it’s a good idea to check that they are up to date with their vaccines.” Newsletter, 27 Nov 2015 Lyn Davis, Umina Beach Public School

Part of the Schools Spectacular Students from Brisbane Water Secondary College Umina Campus and Ettalong Public School have recently performed as part of the Schools Spectacular. Creative director Sonja Sjolander said this year’s Schools Spectacular was a huge success and a massive team effort with just playing their part to perfection.

“Everyone shines as a star,” Ms Sjolander said. “And each of our stars will have something to remember forever. “After 32 years, they were in the last Schools Spectacular at Sydney’s entertainment centre and join the likes of The Wiggles, Cold Chisel, John Farnham and Elton John for the last shows ever there. “This was one of our best Schools Spectaculars ever, but

there was a real buzz of excitement knowing we were making history.” With the theme This is Our World, this year’s Schools Spectacular featured 2000 dancers, a 1500-voice choir, an 80-piece symphony orchestra, fantastic rock, jazz, brass and marching bands and spellbinding soloists. Media release, 3 Dec 2015 Grant Hatch, NSW Education

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said: “We are not asking to donate money instead this is to raise awareness of domestic violence against women.” Newsletter, 17 Nov 2015 Lyn Davis, Umina Beach Public School

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Council amalgamation will see RTA replays The front page of the Coast Community News issue 48 states, “Gosford Council will initiate discussions with the Geographical Names Board, seeking options to amend the name of Brisbane Water to make the waterway more clearly identifiable with the local area”. Brisbane Water is now regional, not local. Fortunately, the estuary still retains its heritage connection as Brisbane Water and has not been corporatised. With the potential amalgamation of Gosford and Wyong local government areas, there will need to be a major advertising campaign to inform the public of the change, with undeclared financial costs. Administration costs incurred to amalgamate, downsize, upsize, standardise, corporatise, review, study, debate, disagree or object will absorb all financial incentives offered by the state government. It will be a media frenzy with no shortage of reporting issues. Take for example sea level rise planning levels: Gosford Council meeting agenda March 10, 2015 Discussion on Sea Level Rise. “Wyong Council … has adopted

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See Page 2 for contribution conditions a zero sea level rise scenario for future planning”. Scenarios for future sea level rise planning will be more confusing and complicated with the amalgamation, as there will be scientific projections ranging from low, medium and high with additional anomalies peculiar to Gosford and Wyong areas. It’s downright frightening. It is a replay of the closure of the RTA office at Woy Woy, and another disaster for the public. What is the future for the Mariners, with amalgamation of Gosford and Wyong councils and sponsorships? Email, 20 Nov 2015 Norman Harris, Umina

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Amalgamation focuses attention on alternatives The attack on local government by the Baird Government does focus attention on alternatives that are not favoured by State Governments: their own demise. The desirability of such a move has been advocated for the last 15 years by the Beyond Federation group that has recently published a book entitled Beyond Federation – Options to renew Australia’s 1901 Constitution. According to the Greens’ David Shoebridge, 75 per cent of Sydney Councils have rejected enforced merging. Local government specialist Professor Percy Allan has long demonstrated that larger councils often does not result in better councils. Beyond Federation supporters regard local councils as the essence of democracy. Certainly some could improve their efficiency but having played the role of Cinderella in Australia’s system of governance, as an appendix of State Governments in the federal structure, most have coped well. However, their time to shine has come. Their often very weak financial position should be strengthened; their functions boosted; their representation improved. If the Federation is ended, (Greater) City Governments, the metropoles, can take care of themselves and all local governments in the regions would become a national government concern. Regional cooperation can be formed by clusters of local

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Forum government delegating some functions upward on the basis of the Regional Organisation of Councils principle. There are already 64 of them with over 400 Councils participating. The criteria used could vary greatly: geographical, functional, service and ecological are some possibilities. Of course, there are always departmental regions as well. Those of current State and Federal departmental regions as can be merged and enormous savings by elimination of duplication in particular. These issues are discussed in the Beyond Federation book, which is for sale at the Ducks Crossing shop in Gosford. Obviously, such a major change requires constitutional change a difficult step as the huge barriers in the way of constitutional amendment have resulted in only very few successful amendment proposals passed since 1901 (8 of 44). Governments even shy away from proposals for fear of failure. What a ridiculous situation this really is. Contrary to some people’s argument that the Constitution has

served Australia well, all the nine contributing authors differ sharply from that opinion. Australia has done well in spite of its now archaic and frozen Constitution. The inadequacy of this Constitution covers many aspects; local government is not even mentioned in this typically federal Constitution. This is the essence of federal government, semi-autonomous colonies combining in 1901 to stimulate inter-colonial trade. Local government wasn’t part of the deal really. But that was 1901, a vastly different environment. Now the States have well and truly run their race and the time has come to put them out to paddock. How could Australia make such a change? Write a new draft Constitution and change it all in one go, via Section 128. A sovereign people can of course rewrite their Constitution and certainly one that is actually an Act of the British Imperial Government in Westminster. That would be much better than spending another century of ineffectual piecemeal tinkering with a document that stopped serving its purpose long ago. Email, 23 Nov 2015 Klaas Woldring, Pearl Beach

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People should have access at all times People should have access to their driveways and garages at all times There was an incident where a person in Nelson St was unable to get their car out of the garage to pick up their young granddaughter from netball practice at Green Point and was unable to raise the attention of the people in one of the cabins to move their car. The person from Nelson St was extremely upset and worried about the granddaughter who would have been waiting on her own without anyone there to supervise her. But, this isn’t the only incident where people from Nelson St have been blocked in and unable to leave their garages and driveways which face into the laneway.

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See Page 2 for contribution conditions There are many more occurrences of this. A meeting was arranged by Council with the petitioners to discuss options available regarding

parking in the laneway. If Council had wanted to invite residents of Cambridge St to the meeting, I’m sure they would have. I don’t think it is selfish of people to expect to have access to their driveways and garages, especially when this was not a problem before the cabins were built. I think the police are very well aware of the many times they have been called to parties and celebrations in Cambridge St which have often gone well into the early hours of the morning and the next day. I know of two lots of neighbours who have moved from Nelson St because of these parties. Email, 27 Nov 2015 Marilyn Drabsch, Umina Beach

Obviously, what Mr Anderson means is that Gosford Council has been pursuing policies that make no sense in the wider regional context and that a regional council

Forum might be able to make more judicious judgements about overall community needs. If Mr. Anderson is correct, what we have now is two parochial councils working at crosspurposes, whereas what we need is a council with a regional overview that will allocate resources in accordance with rational priorities. Amongst other matters, this might include focusing the promotion of a regional arts centre on Wyong instead of Gosford,

With imagination and careful planning, it could be a unique, warm and welcoming place that people would want to visit. I think we need to modernise and attract shoppers and visitors alike. Perhaps we could connect the business centre to the water front with a pedestrian friendly, cosmetically pleasing

Forum thoroughfare. We could develop and utilise our water views and parks. Perhaps we could build an amphitheatre or develop a broad footpath that fronts restaurants and cafes and allows the enjoyment of a coffee with a view. There are many possibilities and I’m sure other readers can come up with some great ideas. Letter, 23 Nov 2015 Mavis Matson, Umina

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Seven councillors should resign

Justification for amalgamation Mr Anderson’s comment that “plans for the development of Woy Woy and Umina may be given a low priority by an amalgamated council” (“Woy Woy and Umina town centres may be given low priority, says Anderson”, 23 Nov15) is a classic justification for an amalgamation.

I wish there were some way to convince the powers that be to see the potential in Woy Woy’s CBD.

According to the Greens’ David Shoebridge, 75 per cent of Sydney councils, or 31, have rejected merging.

working towards a Central Coast University at Ourimbah, dealing with the health of the total lakes system on a holistic basis instead of through unsystematic band aid actions and marketing the Central Coast entity as a working/ living/recreational environment for everybody. The actions of people such as Cr Morris are merely delaying tactics and will have no effect as long as the Minister has the fortitude to carry through on the course that he has already determined. Email, 24 Nov 2015 Bruce Hyland, Woy Woy

Most of the 1750 public submissions received about the merger plan were opposed to it. Could council mergers prove to be Baird’s sinkhole? These councils include Woollahra, Hunters Hill, Ryde and Lane Cove in the Liberal Party’s Heartland. Why then have the seven Liberal councillors in Gosford Council caved in at the first threat? Do they think Premier Baird will sack these councils? Mass sacking of Liberal party controlled councils just won’t happen from a state Liberal Government. Our Liberal councillors have let

Forum us down badly. Despite Cr. Doyle claiming “we haven’t been provided a choice” and Cr Deanna Bocking speaking briefly to thank the community for its support and passion along with the staff. I’m presuming here that this support and passion was for Council’s original decision to stand alone. If so Cr Bocking has stabbed them all in the back - for a few dollars more in a council that has a $36 million surplus. In these days, when bullying is a huge problem throughout society and especially in our schools, where children are being taught to stand up to bullies, what message are these councillors sending? I think these seven councillors should find their collective spine and resign. Email, 1 Dec 2015 Bryan Ellis, Umina

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We need to ensure we will be properly represented Now that Gosford Council has voted to merge with Wyong Council, I believe that we, the residents of the Peninsula, need to ensure that we are properly represented in the new council. A few years ago Gosford councillors did a snow job on us when they voted not to re-introduce wards. The specious arguments used as the basis for this decision were total rubbish. What this meant was that if you could ever find a councillor and ask him or her about our roads, for instance, the standard reply was “I don’t represent you; I live in Terrigal or Kickatinalong so sorry, nothing I can do”. I am sure that over the coming months both councils will be spending hundreds of thousands of our dollars on consultants and experts who will come up with advice that will be “The best possible solution, after due diligence” and various other words of the week. What I am afraid of is that the last people to have an opportunity to have a say will be us. We will be told by press release that “going forward” this is the way to proceed. We will be given no chance to either meet, as a group, to discuss what we want, or to represent our opinions and needs to any consultative, decision-making body. Next September, if we are not vigilant, we will be forced to vote for a number of faceless folk who, having made all the promises in the world to secure our support,

Forum are never again heard from or seen. Once again our rates will disappear into the coffers of this new money-wasting machine and we will be the forgotten sufferers with the arse out of our trousers and pot-holed roads. I believe that any new council must have representatives from specific neighbourhoods or geographic areas, like the Peninsula, and that every candidate should be a resident in that area. Further, I believe that our councillors should have a designated time and place where we can meet them and discuss our concerns. Finally that this new council provide us with sufficient financial information that would allow us to see where the money comes from and where it is being spent. I don’t believe that in this modern era of computers and the internet that being told what is happening to our money should cause any great problems. This is an opportunity for all the residents in this new super council to tell the powers that be what we want and not what they think we should be lumbered with; an opportunity to have truly representative people in a chamber deciding to spend our money on things and in a way that we want. If we miss it this time, it will be gone forever.

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14 storey development approved for Mann St A major development worth around $17.6 million in the heart of Gosford’s city centre has been approved by Council.

L Labor b sabotaging b t i th the delivery of 600 jobs for political gain - Wicks Labor is continuing to mislead Central Coast residents and businesses as part of its antijobs, anti-infrastructure agenda, according to member for Robertson, Ms Lucy Wicks.

Calga by ffar th the C l win i iis b biggest outcome and achievement - LALC Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council (LALC) has acknowledged its long standing objection to the extension of the Calga Sand Quarry has been put to rest with the Land and Environment Court refusing Rocla’s proposed sand mine expansion.

West Gosford major intersection upgrade officially opened

Senator forced to ‘correct the record’ regarding intragovernmental communication

Parliamentary secretary for the Central Coast, Mr Scot MacDonald MLC, and member for Terrigal, Mr Adam Crouch, officially opened the $170 million Central Coast Highway upgrade at West Gosford more than seven months earlier than expected, on November 20.

The Turnbull Government has admitted a paper trail exists between the federal and NSW governments over the decision to put the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) building on the old Gosford Public School after earlier denials.

Senate votes to stop ATO on Gosford waterfront

Culture Committee calls on moratorium on arts precinct

As we were going to press, the Federal Senate had voted resoundingly in favour of a motion by Sen Deborah O’Neill calling on the Federal Government to abandon the decision to build an Australian Tax Office on the Gosford waterfront.

Gosford’s International Culture Committee has called for a moratorium on the signing of contracts relating to the site for an arts precinct “so that a plan to bring an internationally significant cultural facility to Gosford can be pursued.

Greens welcome Land and Environment Court decision

New Service NSW outlet for Erina

The Central Coast Greens have called for owners of the Rocla sand quarry at Calga to donate the site for conservation after rehabilitation.

The Minister for Finance, Services and Property, Dominic Perrottet has announced that work will commence on a new Service NSW one stop shop in Erina.

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Splitting Wyong Council in two is delusional

Mr Phil Walker, chair of Regional Development Australia Central Coast, has congratulated Gosford and Wyong Councils on their agreement to voluntarily merge as part of the NSW Government’s Fit for the Future reform process.

One of Wyong’s Save Tuggerah Lakes Party councillors, Cr Lloyd Taylor, has accused Lake Macquarie City Council of wanting to steel Wyong Council’s money.

Council merger is bad for Wyong businesses

Baird criticised B i d Government G ii i d for “blatant stand-over tactics”

Large parcels of land at Woongarrah, Jilliby and Tuggerah to be sold by Council

Shadow minister for small business and member for Wyong, Mr David Harris MP has expressed his concern for the future of Wyong businesses if the proposed Local Government amalgamation goes ahead.

The Coast’s Labor MPs have criticised the Baird Government for “blatant stand-over tactics” after Gosford Council voted 7 to 3 to merge with Wyong as part of the NSW Government’s “flawed” fit for the future package.

Parcels of land at Woongarrah and Jilliby will be sold by Wyong Council via competitive expressions of interest having been identified as surplus to Wyong Council’s needs.

Kiar Ridge purchase and sale transactions need investigation

T ffor NSW iignores Transport specific questions and controversial site selection

The Community Environment Network (CEN) is opposing plans by Wyong Council to sell part of the land acquired for the Kiar Ridge Airport.

Transport for NSW has not answered specific questions about its reasons for choosing Kangy Angy as the location for its intercity fleet maintenance facility instead of Darkinjung Local Area Land Council property at Bushells Ridge.

Gosford and Wyong Councils have agreed to an historic, voluntary merger as part of the NSW Government’s Fit for the Future reform package.

Tenders called for pathway missing link It’s been on the agenda for 20 years and now tenders have finally been called for construction of stage one of the Magenta Shared Pathway.

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Library should expand with Council merger I often visit the local libraries with my partner who is an avid reader. It is interesting how the recentlyannounced Council merger will work- but I think it will be positive in the long run. I don’t see the need now to build a regional library at Gosford. The regional library should be located

Forum further north into the Wyong region. With the levy monies raised so far to cover the previously proposed Gosford Regional library to be spent on improving and converting Gosford library back to public access on both levels of the building with the eventual

downsizing of the upper library management due to the merger which can only save the ratepayers money. The library at Umina can also be expanded and modernised to incorporate the former Tourist Information Building-located at the back of the Library. Email, 24 Nov 2015 Manuel Heinz, Umina

Amalgamation – bring it on! I, for one, will be glad to see the councils merge. I can expect I am probably in minority but Gosford Council was voted worst council two years running. As for the Peninsula, we have been forgotten, particularly roads. The worst roads in the country, I suspect, yet where is Gosford Council?

Forum The screaming by our councillors could be more because they will lose their jobs. They were pretty quiet on the closure of our RTA until the last couple of weeks before it closed. I hope the merging will get rid of

the dead wood. I also hope it will cost less to run from which, in turn, we residents will benefit. To reduce all level of Government is not a bad thing. Australia is so over governed and it’s a total waste of money. Bring it on, I say. Email, 11 Nov 2015 Kerrie Stirling, Umina

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Broken Bay Council? If we are going to revamp councils, why not a Broken Bay Council? It could range from Mona Vale to Gosford and out to Berowra. This would combine and coordinate cohesively the necessary marine, foreshore and

Road is worse after roadwork

Forum beach services from safety to conservation now splintered and ineffective among several shires. Email, 30 Nov 2015 David Kennedy, Newport

You should see the road the council has just laid three weeks ago at Springwood Ave, Ettalong. The road is not a safe road. It’s a mess. It’s gotten thinner and you cannot pass a car coming in the opposite direction if there is a car parked on the side of the road. The footpaths are so wide, they’ve taken all the road. One week after the road was made, the potholes came back. “It’s not looking good” said Mr Bruce Hyland in the edition of November 9. He is correct. Email, 15 Nov 2015 Cheryle Stubbs, Ettalong Beach

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Tips given on coping with the festive period Guide Dogs service was ‘invaluable’ Guide Dogs NSW-ACT is celebrating 25 years of service assisting people who are blind or vision impaired on the Central Coast. Pearl Beach resident and a volunteer with the Central Coast Support Group for Guide Dogs

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Brisbane Waters Private Hospital’s Central Coast Clinic and counseling organisation Interrelate will host a free community seminar on Tuesday, December 8, at 6pm for two hours. In this seminar, a team of experts will discuss what people can do to cope with the combination of mental illness and the festive period. Tips will be given on avoiding triggers, dealing with stress or distress and minimising the impact of a change to routine and lifestyle on health and wellbeing during this time. “It is supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year but for a substantial number of people in the community, Christmas can be the toughest time of the year,” said Ms Petrina Waddell from Brisbane Waters Private Hospital. “Sadly, Christmas can be the

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The Central Coast’s fourth Discobility event held on Saturday, November 21, by Coast Community Connections has showcased the artistic talents of local people with a disability, according to the organisers. This year’s event saw a mix of people of all ages attend with more than 250 people joining in on the fun at the Peninsula Community Centre in Woy Woy. The event, which coincided with celebrations for International Day of People with a Disability, featured a wide range of performances and special events for community members. Coast Community Connections chief Mr Andrew Tuck said: “Discobility always proves to be a fantastic day for all involved and this year’s event was no exception.”

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Alicia to embark on Rotary exchange Year 9 student Alicia Karton will represent Brisbane Water Secondary College, Rotary Club of Woy Woy and the Peninsula next year as she embarks on a Rotary Youth Exchange. Ms Karton will leave in January to spend a year in Sees, Normandy, in France.

She will be completing Year 10 in a local French school and returning to Brisbane Water Secondary College in 2017. The Rotary International Youth Exchange Program invites students in Years 9, 10 and 11 to apply to be personal ambassadors of the school and the club. Newsletter, 15 Nov 2015 Brent Walker, BWSC Umina

Seven teams in chess tournament Woy Woy Public School entered seven teams in the Central Coast One-Day Chess Tournament on Friday, November 20.

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way it was pushed contributed to the way it landed. It had nothing to do with the butter. Students identified certain variables that could change the results of the experiment. They said they looked forward to more digital excursions in the future. Newsletter 26 Nov 2015 Andy Podmore, Pretty Beach Public School

There were 37 teams in the tournament. Five teams from Woy Woy Public School finished in the top eight, demonstrating the depth of skills the school has in chess. The A team of Jake Ellis, Luke Jackson and Sam Keating finished second overall and have

progressed to the state finals held in North Sydney. The D team managed to finish third overall. School principal Ms Ona Buckley said: “This was an extremely pleasing result as two of the team are in year four - Sylvia Hay and Madison Hoch.” The third player was Aidan Watson. Newsletter, 1 Dec 2015 Ona Buckley, Woy Woy Public School

Students exercise 80 minutes a day Woy Woy South Public School participated in the NSW Premier’s Sporting Challenge in 2015 and achieved the diamond award – the highest collective award. The challenge is designed to encourage students and staff and to engage in a 10-week program of sport and physical activity. Participants are challenged to

accumulate time in physical activity with the aim of achieving bronze, silver, gold or diamond awards. Students are encouraged to work towards the recommended daily-activity standard of 60 minutes per individual. The diamond award is achieved when a school achieves a dailyactivity average of 80 minutes per student. Newsletter, 24 Nov 2015 online.det.nsw.edu.au/psc/home

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Steve Collins wins Premier’s Award Woy Woy South Public School deputy principal Mr Steve Collins has won a 2015 Premier’s Awards for Public Service. Mr Collins received the award at a ceremony held on November 17 at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. The Premier’s Awards recognise excellence in service delivery to the people of NSW. Mr Collins was the individual winner in the award category Building Stronger and Safer Communities. Parliamentary secretary for the Central Coast, Mr Scot MacDonald, personally congratulated Mr Collins. “I applaud Steven’s hard work and commitment to serving the children of Woy Woy South and the local community,” Scot MacDonald said. “NSW has the largest and highest performing state public sector workforce in Australia so

for Steven to be recognised for going above and beyond is a huge honour.” Mr Collins has been recognised for working tirelessly for young Aboriginal people both in the school environment and in the wider community. He has worked with community groups, schools, parents and families to achieve the best possible outcomes for Aboriginal students and their families. “Steven has a reputation for being a person who is willing to listen, to help and to make a difference. His commitment to building sustainable programs will make a huge difference to the lives of these children both now and well into the future,” said Mr MacDonald. “Steven has done his people, public education and the Central Coast proud.” Media release, 20 Nov 2015 Mitchell Cutting, Office of Scot Macdonald MLC

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Baby boom at college farm Brisbane Water Secondary College Agriculture Department has experienced a baby boom in recent

months. The department has welcomed chicks, lambs and piglets born using the school’s new incubator. A new vegetable poly house is

producing beans, cucumbers and herbs, with tomatoes starting to set. Newsletter, 15 Nov 2015 Brent Walker, BWSC Umina

Students’ artwork to be displayed around Australia Art works created by Year 4 students from Pretty Beach Public School have been displayed at The Armoury at Sydney Olympic Park as part of the Operation Art Exhibition for 2015. Operation Art aims to allow

students the opportunity to create uplifting artworks to inspire the children in Westmead’s Children’s Hospital. The artworks created by students across NSW are displayed at The Armoury and around 10,000 visitors view these beautiful works over September.

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in many regional art galleries, including Gosford’s Art Gallery. Following this long journey, the artwork will finally be displayed at the Children’s Hospital in Westmead to inspire and uplift the children there. Newsletter, 26 Nov 2015 Deborah Callender, Pretty beach Public School

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Used spectacles wanted Umina Beach Public School is collecting used spectacles to take to a school in Cambodia. Umina Public School principal, Ms Lyn Davis will be travelling to the Arlung Pi Free School, which is located outside Seim Reap. The school is located close to the tip and many of the families live on the tip where they scavenge for as little as $1:50 per day. Ms Davis has had a request for

used spectacles for the parents of the students who live on the tip. “If you have any used spectacles that you no longer require they can now be taken out of the drawer and put to wonderful use in Seim Reap,” Umina Public School teacher, Mr Paul Farrugia said. Donated spectacles can be left at the school’s front office. Newsletter, 1 Dec 2015 Paul Farrugia, Umina Beach Public School

Pretty Beach Public School drama group members performing The Floating Menace

Drama students put on two short plays Students who have participated in the Pretty Beach Public School drama program were able to show off their acting talents on Tuesday, November 24.

The whole school, along with parents were treated to the performance of two short plays called The Floating Menace and Trouble in Wattle Creek. The plays were written and

created by the students involved under the guidance of the school’s drama program coordinator, Ms Donna Cameron. Newsletter, 26 Nov 2015 Deborah Callender, Pretty Beach Public School

College wins Grand Champion ribbon at Singleton Brisbane Water Secondary College took out Grand Champion Steer in the Annual Singleton Prime Stock Competition recently. The winning Limousin Steer from the heavy weight class was bred by A&H Kelleher. This year Brisbane Water Secondary College also prepared one steer for the students of St Joseph’s College, Hunters Hill, which was awarded second place in its middle weight class.

Students from the Pretty Beach Public School drama program wrote and performed the short play Trouble in Wattle Creek

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Pretty Beach wins environment award Pretty Beach Public School recently secured the 2015 Environmental School of the Year award in the small schools category of Gosford Council’s Greenhouse Program Awards. Ettalong Public School, Woy Woy Public School and Woy Woy South Public School secured Encouragement Awards. The awards acknowledged schools and students who introduced a range of waste reduction and sustainability initiatives to boost environmental awareness at their schools. Gosford Mayor Cr Lawrie McKinna said he was impressed

by the wide range of initiatives introduced and run by students and staff. “Many have initiatives ranging from worm farming and composting, to recycling and the removal of packaging and unnecessary waste in canteens,” Cr McKinna said. The theme for the 2015 awards was Zero Waste = 7 Rs. The theme encouraged students and staff to introduce initiatives which explores ways to reduce, return, re-use, repair, refill, rot or refuse waste. Newsletter, 26 Nov, 2015 Deborah Callender, Pretty Beach Public School

Final school market will have Santa’s Grotto The final Pretty Beach Public School market for the year will include a Santa’s Grotto where the children can meet Santa and have their photo taken with him. The market will be held on Sunday, December 13, from 9am to 2pm and will also feature face painting, a magician and a karate presentation in the morning along

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Strings program to hold gala concert Pretty Beach Public School Strings Program will hold its annual gala concert on Thursday, December 10, at 6:30pm at Wagstaffe Hall, Wagstaffe. The concert will feature group and solo performances by the 25 violin and cello students from the Pretty Beach Public School Strings program, as well as their tutors, Ms Sally Maer on cello and Mr Dan Russell on violin. Ms Maer and Mr Russell are both accomplished and internationally renowned musicians. The concert is a showcase of the strings program achievements and also a major fundraiser, with all proceeds going back into the program. Previous fundraising activities have gone towards purchasing new cellos and violins for the program, as well as funding the cost of the group ensemble lessons each week. Ms Maer has played in various orchestras including the Sydney Symphony and the Australian Opera Ballet Orchestra. She has worked on TV shows such as The Voice, X Factor and Australian Idol, as well as performing solo. She is a top-selling ABC recording artist appearing on many ABC compilation albums, as well as having an ABC solo album out called Bed of Roses. Music from her solo album is aired regularly on ABC Classic FM.

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From one busy year to the next Woy Woy Little Theatre is emerging from both its busiest year and the most rewarding as audience response and numbers continue to rise, according to its president Ms Christine Vale. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been a busy year,â&#x20AC;? said Ms Vale. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Two years ago we upped the number of productions we stage to four a year, as well as organising the demanding Flash Festival which hit new heights in 2015,â&#x20AC;? Ms Vale said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fortunately, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve also been attracting new blood into the company. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This year weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve welcomed about 25 new faces into our four shows.â&#x20AC;? The Little Theatre is only nonmusical community theatre group in the Gosford City. Next year looks like being more of the same for the group based at the Peninsula Theatre in Woy Woy. The group has announced its 2016 Subscription Season comprising of a comedy-drama first staged just 14 years ago, a popular Australian comedy set during World War II, a classic thriller by the author of Dial M for Murder and an amusing farce from Alan Ayckbourn. First cab off the rank is Charlotte

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Jonesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Humble Boy, an intriguing piece possibly best described as a comedy-drama with many nods to Shakespeare, aerodynamics and apiculture. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Glorious midsummer, England 2001. The garden is bright with flowers and abuzz with the sound of bees, or was.â&#x20AC;? Cast in this production are Yvonne Berry Porter-Larimore (Flora), Paul Russell (Jim), Greg Buist (George), Jessica Alex (Rosie), Keith Conway (Felix) and Terry Collins as Mercy, making a welcome return to the Woy Woy Little Theatre stage. Director is Annie Bilton who has

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impressive theatrical credentials drawing on experience from around the world. Humble Boy will be staged for three weekends from February 19. The second show is Dinkum Assorted, a comedy by Linda Aronson and possibly the only play in the world written for a cast of 15 women and a nanny goat. Set in an Australian country town biscuit factory during World War II the play shows how the allfemale cast run a Mumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Army civil defence unit and put on a show for the war effort. Fran Kendall is looking forward to directing Dinkum Assorted and

has already been in touch with the author seeking clarification on several points. This show will be staged for three weeks in May and June and auditions will be held on December 7 and 9. One of the biggest hits during the theatre companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2013 season was Frederick Knottâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dial M For Murder and Woy Woy Little Theatre has gone back to the thriller well of author Knott. Wait Until Dark was the authorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s second play that succeeded on both Broadway and Londonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s West End. It is scheduled for August under

the direction of Penny Dilworth. The theatre company will be sending the audience for the final play of the season home chuckling. One of English author Alan Ayckbournâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s better farces has been programmed for late October-early November. New to Woy Woy Little Theatre as a director, Andrew Thomson is looking forward to sinking his teeth into Absurd Person Singular and promises audiences â&#x20AC;?lots of laughs over this outrageous farce about the cliched English class distinctionâ&#x20AC;?. Subscription Season brochures can currently be downloaded from the Woy Woy Little Theatre website home page (woywoylt.com.au) or printed brochures are now available at both the Peninsula and Laycock Street Community Theatres as well as Libraries and Community Centres at Woy Woy, Umina Beach, Ettalong, Kincumber, Green Point, Erina, Gosford, Wyoming and Kariong. Subscriptions allow purchasers to book their favourite seats, with bookings processed in order of receipt. Non-subscription tickets will go on sale through the website midJanuary after subscribers have their choices processed. Media release, 3 Dec 2015 David Wicks, Woy Woy Little Theatre

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đ Face painting, jumping castles, food vendors and much more! $15 PER FAMILY (max. 2 adults & 3 children under 18); $5/person; children under 3 free. Buy your tickets at the gate: Parklands Rd, Mt Penang Parklands, Kariong. (2 minutes from the M1 Gosford exit). Call 4340 1002 to buy tickets in advance. Follow us on Facebook for updates Facebook/Mt-Penang-Gardens-Event-Park. Supported by

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Teacher writes about the power of education Blackwall teacher and author Ms Yasmin Raymen was in her 40s when she decided to pursue tertiary qualifications.

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Author launches second travel memoir Blackwall author Anya Nielsen has launched her second book at a bookshop in Umina. Book Bazaar Umina Beach was the venue for the launch of An Unexpected Fork in the Road. Ms Neilsen has been congratulated by Mr Clem Gorman, mentor for a group of aspiring authors who meet monthly at the Half Written Book Club in Woy Woy. She is the second member of

the book club published this year. Romantic notions of pharaohs, pyramids and riding camels led by Bedouins with kohl-lined eyes drew Anya to Egypt. Sunrise over Mt Sinai in the steps of Moses where he received the Ten Commandments, Christmas in Bethlehem and historic Jerusalem, with a side trip to Cyprus, seemed simple enough. It was not until Anya was faced with a fork in the road that she began to understand there were

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mysterious forces at play that would change her life forever. An Unexpected Fork in the Road from Cairo to Nicosia and Jerusalem follows the Nile, crosses the Mediterranean and returns to the coral reefs of the Red Sea. Book Bazaar West St, Umina Beach stock An Unexpected Fork in the Road and Anya’s first book Russian Embers, also a travel memoir. Media release, 1 Dec 2015 Anya Nielsen, Blackwall

Her latest book One Life, One Dream, One Choice is now a contender for three categories of the 2016 IPPY Book Awards in the US. Ms Raymen said she finished high school, went to secretarial college and then, in the 1980s, decided she wanted to be at home while raising her three children. She started her own homebased business, ahead of its time, called North Shore Health and Fitness, which she grew into a successful enterprise and sold when she moved to the Central Coast. “The business gave me an opportunity to stay at home with my children. “This was really important to me,” Ms Raymen said. “Then when my third child was in high school, I thought now it is time for me to do something else,” she said. Her first step was to find out what opportunities were available through the Open Universities program, which enabled her to establish a pathway into an undergraduate degree at Newcastle University. “I’ve always believed in social justice and I thought I wanted to do law but then I loved the idea of psychology, especially children’s psychology because I think if you get to a child young enough you can shape their mind,” she said. Ms Raymen ended up studying primary school education and qualifying as a teacher but also managed to include as many psychology-related subjects into her degree as possible. Her teaching philosophy was

published in the third edition of a book by Dr Gordon Lyons (Ourimbah campus) called Classroom Management Creating Positive Learning Environments. Ms Raymen graduated with honours in 2011 and has been teaching in part-time and temporary positions both in mainstream and special education along with working on her latest book. She described her experiences as a teacher as “absolutely georgeous”. “I can’t tell you what a unique opportunity it is to be able to make an impact in a child’s life because everything we do will have an impact on the child. “The environment of the classroom has to be positive for the child to feel connected and engaged, and if they are connected and engaged they will achieve academic outcomes and build their confidence. “It is just a matter of providing for each child’s personal needs,” she said. Her latest book is about the power of education in transforming the individual, family and society and is based on her own experiences as a mature-age student and as a teacher. “I was told as a mature age mum that I had hit rock bottom and missed the boat but deep down I knew I was capable of more and I started looking at my choices. “The book is about whoever you are, male or female, no matter what age you are, you are able to have a choice and pursue your dreams,” she said. “Everybody is given intelligence and we reward ourselves every day with the choices we make. “The book inspires the reader to say you can step into the unknown,” she said. Ms Raymen said she has attempted to make the book as practical as possible covering all aspects of education, including whether to study full or part-time and how to fund a degree. “My book is a contender in three categories of the International Publishers Awards in the US for 2016,” she said. “My mission is to change as many lives as possible through education and I honestly believe there are a lot of people out there who can change their lives through education. “I believe once a person becomes committed to learning they become intrinsically motivated and I believe that socially, if each individual helps another I believe the community is built stronger. Ms Raymen’s book is available from yasminraymen.com. Interview, Nov 27, 2015 Yasmin Raymen, Blackwall Reporter: Jackie Pearson

Ettalong Christmas Carols

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Ettalong Public School Sunday 13 December , 5.30pm to 8.45pm FREE Jumping Castles, Christmas Craft, Tea and Coffee, Christmas Biscuits Sausage Sandwiches and Electric Candles will be available for purchase

Santa will be visiting Bring a rug or something to sit on Please no bikes or skateboards allowed.

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Directory - Not for profit Community Organisations 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 4341 8344 madogis@hotmail.com

Central Coast Art Society Weekly paint-outs Tues 4369 5860. Workshops 9.30am 1st & 3rd Wed Gosford City Art Centre 4363 1156. 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 Hall 10am - 12noon 4325 5007 Hospital Art Australia Inc. Meet every Tue and Fri 9am-2pm - 109 Birdwood Ave, Umina - Painting and Canvas drawing. Volunteers welcome hospitalartaustralia.com.au

0431 363 347

Bushwalking National Parks Association Central Coast Twice weekly bush walks, varying distances and grades of difficulty. Explore, enjoy scenery, fauna, floral, history. Keep fit and make friends. 4389 4423 & 4332 7378 Community Centres Peninsula Community Centre Cnr Ocean Beach Rd & McMasters Rd Woy Woy Activities, programs and support groups for children, teens, adults and seniors including occasional care, playgroups, dance classes, karate, fitness classes, youth services, gambling solutions, internet kiosk and social groups. www.coastcommunityconnections.com.au

4341 9333 Ettalong 50+ Leisure & Learning Centre Mon - Fri - Cards, Computer Lessons, Dancing, Indoor Bowls, Fitness, Handicrafts, Leatherwork, Line Dancing, Painting, Scrabble, Table Tennis, Tai Chi, Yoga, Darts 4341 3222 Community Groups ABC “The Friends” Support group for Public Broadcaster. Aims: Safeguard ABC’s independence, adequate funding, high standards. Meetings through the year + social afternoons Well-known guest speakers www.fabcnsw.org.au

4341 5170 Central Coast Over 30s Social Group Social contact, entertainment events & new friendships for people in their 30’s, 40’s, 50’s & 60’s etc. Live music, house parties, restaurant nights, BBQ’s/ picnics, trips away etc. Free calendar 0422 243 101 cco30s@live.com.au

Central Coast 50+ Singles Social Group Ladies & gents dinner, dancing - BBQs & socialising each w/end. Monthly programme for all areas 4396 3640 or 0437 699 366 50pssg@gmail.com

Mingaletta Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander Provides members and other groups a meeting place and referral hub for education, health, well-being and cultural programs. Mon-Fri 9am - 4pm 6 Sydney Ave Umina 4342 7515

garden, social events, workshops, organic food buying group www.peg.org.au p g g

Health Groups Al-Anon If someone’s drinking is causing you problems... Al-Anon can help 4344 6939 1300 252 666 Meetings Sat 2pm Woy Woy Hospital Ocean Beach Road

admin@mingaletta.com.au

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

Peninsula School for Seniors Community Centre, McMasters Road, Woy Woy Discussions, rumikin, craft, history, walks, & coach trips Tues, Wed, Thur 4341 5984 or 4341 0800

Better Hearing Australia Central Coast Hearing loss management support and education. 7 groups across the Coast Providing practical experience and confidence 4321 0275

Peninsula Village Playgroup Carers, Grandparents, parents & children ‘Intergenerational Playgroup’ Tues 10-11.30am 4344 9199 Probus Club of Woy Woy Friendship, Fellowship, and social functions for active retirees. 1st Wed - 10am Everglades Country Club 4341 9195 Seniors Computer Club Central Coast Beginners 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 Mon. Kincumber Neighbourhood Centre 4369 2530 The Krait Club Community Centre Cooinda Village, Neptune St, Umina 10.30am For seniors. Gentle exercises, quizzes, games, social activities, guest speakers, entertainment and bus trips - 4344 3277 Umina Beach Men’s Shed Men share a variety of tools, pursue interests and hobbies, spend time with other men and learn new skills Darrell 4342 9606 Volunteering Central Coast Refers potential volunteers to community orgs. Supports both volunteers and community orgs. Training for volunteers & their managers. 4329 7122 recruit@volcc.org.au

www.centralcoast. betterhearingaustralia.org.au

BlueWave Living Woy Woy Community Aged Care facility providing residential aged care to the frail aged. Permanent and respite care accommodation available. Information 2nd and 4th Tues - 11am 4344 2599 reception@bluewaveliving.org.au

Gambling Solutions Gambling help counsellors providing free confidential professional service to gamblers, family and friends. Woy Woy, Kincumber, Gosford and The Entrance 4344 7992 GROW - 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 Wyong. 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 Com. Cntr, cnr. Mc Masters Rd & Ocean Beach Rd. Woy Woy, Fri 8pm www.oa.org

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

ParaQuad Specialist healthcare products home delivered for all continence, wound care, respiratory and nutrition requirements Professional Clinic Support avail. 1300 886 601

info@wagstaffetokillcare.org.au

www.brightsky.com.au

Environment Peninsula Environment Group Environmental projects, (incl. Woytopia), Woy Woy community

0412 756 446

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) Last Fri, Terrigal Uniting Church, 380 Terrigal Drive, Terrigal 9.30am to 12 noon 4367 9600 www.pcfa.org.au

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

Schizophrenia and Bipolar Fellowship For Schizophrenia/Bipolar/ Mental Health sufferers, family, carers and friends. . 1st Thur - 1pm Room 3 Uniting Church Donnison St Gosford 4344 7989 or 4368 2214 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 Tues 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 JAZZ LEAGUE Live Jazz Bands - Come to listen, Come to dance Free - Every Sun Central Coast

Leagues Club Gosford 2-5pm www.jazzleague.net

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

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

Politacal Groups Australian Labor Party Political discussions, national, state and local government issues Umina Ettalong Branch 2nd Mon Umina Beach Bowling Club 7.30pm 4342 3676 Ourimbah/ Narara Branch Niagara Park Primary School 7.30pm 1st Mon 0410 309 494 kyle.macgregor@hotmail.com

Woy Woy Branch Everglades Country Club 7.30pm 2nd Mon 0412 517 520 belindaneal@bigpond.com

Peninsula Day Branch 1pm 2nd Mon CWA Hall Woy Woy 4341 9946 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

Politics in the Pub Central Coast Discussion of important political, social, economic, education, and land philosophy issues in a nonpartisan manner - 4th Thur except Dec. Grange g Hotel Wyoming y g

Service Groups Lions Club of Woy Woy 1st and 3rd Mon. Woy Woy Leagues Club 0478 959 895 Make new friends and have fun while serving your community. Northern Settlement Services - Volunteers Volunteers needed for friendly visits to the elderly in nursing homes. People with a second language encouraged. Training support provided 4334 3877 cvscc@nsservices.com.au

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

Rotary Club of Umina Beach Wednesdays 6.30pm Everglades Country Club 0409 245 861 curleys@ozemail.com.au

0409 245 861

Rotary Club of Woy Woy 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 Business owners networking group. Biz Networking breakfast every Thur 7:15am - 9am Erina Leagues Club Geoff Neilson network@bizplus.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 www.brisbane-water.bridge-club.org

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

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

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

4324 5164 Central Coast Tenants’ Advice and Advocacy Service Help with issues with landlords & real estate agents? Free telephone advice and advocacy for all tenants and residents in residential parks. 4353 5515 cctaas@hotmail.com

Central Coast Potters Society Running classes, workshops, demonstrations, exhibitions and social events - Annual exhibitions in May and December info@ccpotters.org 4324 5343 Central Coast Lapidary Club, Minerals & Gems Learn silverwork, cabochons, faceting, enamelling, stone fieldtrips & fossicking. Weekly Workshops Tues and Thurs 8.30am-2.30pm Thurs evening 6-10pm 10 Ourimbah Creek Rd Ourimbah 4362 2246

0434 000 170 www.woywoyjudoclub.com

Veterans National Malaya Borneo Veterans Association 1st Sat (except Jan) 2pm Ettalong Beach War Memorial Club, 51-52 The Esplanade. 4342 1107 Vietnam Veterans’, Peacekeepers’ and Peacemakers’ Assist all veterans & families with pension & welfare issues. Mon & Wed 9am-1pm 4344 4760 Cnr Broken Bay Rd & Beach St Ettalong. centralcoastveterans@bigpond.com.

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

Women’s Groups BPW Central Coast Empowering women of all ages in the areas of work, education, wellbeing and friendship. All women welcome to attend monthly dinner meetings. Be enlightened. $40 covers two course meal and speaker. 0438 989 199 bpwcentralcoast@hotmail.com www.bpw.com.au/central-coast

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 Other Weds 9am 1st and 3rd Sun 12.30pm 0438 033 039 - 4344 1070 Endeavour/Woy Woy VIEW Club Lunch 1st Mon, Everglades Country Club, 10.30am Friendship Day 3rd Wed, 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 Counselling, therapeutic and social groups, workshops, domestic violence and abuse issues. All services by women for women 4342 5905 www.cccwhc.com.au

WOWGIRLS Wave of Wisdom 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.

Sport

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Woy Woy Judo Club 3 Classes every Tue & Fri 5.30pm to 8pm Ettalong Leisure & Learning Centre Min age 5 years old

If you would like your Community Organisation listed here, call us on 4325 7369 or see www.centralcoastnewspapers.com Entries in the Not For Profit Community Organisations Directory are free. However, we require each organisation to subscribe to each newspaper to ensure that someone from that organisation keeps their entry up to date. Australia Post is about to increase their postage rates by over 42% and we can no longer continue to absorb these increases. Subscription rates have therefore needed to be increased from $50 to $75 for 25 editions commencing from December 1, 2015.

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Waggie Carvers make whale of a table Waggie Carvers have been busy, under the expert leadership of Pretty Beach carver of found objects, Terry Baker, just about every Saturday since mid-2012. Their latest project evolved from a discussion between Mr Baker and the late Ms Gay Bull in 2013. Gay said she would like to see a whale carving enhance a wall at the hall and Terry, being the

practical person he is, suggested instead replacing the dilapidated park table with a whale shaped table. The Whale Table project was born. The timber used has been Kwila, the premium hardwood of Papua New Guinea where Ms Bull and family spent 45 years before retiring to Bouddi. Carving of the table, funded

by the Bull family, is nearing completion and should be finished by Christmas. A second table, to be funded by Wagstaffe-Killcare Community Association is being planned to place another table in Wagstaffe Park. Two of the carvers take the trouble to travel from Umina to be part of the group. Newsletter, 2 Dec 2015 Peta Colebatch, WTKCA

Jazz picnic at Wagstaffe A free jazz picnic featuring the U Bouddi Big Band will be held on Friday, January 22, at Wagstaffe Hall grounds. The event will be run from 6pm

to 9pm and is a community preAustralia Day celebration. Bring your own food, drinks, chairs and rugs along to the park near the ferry wharf.

The pre-Australia Day jazz picnic is sponsored by the KillcareWagstaffe Community Association and Gosford Council. Newsletter, 2 Dec 2015 Peta Colebatch, WTKCA

The Peninsula Diary of Events For events in post code areas 2256 and 2257 Monday, Dec 7 Frantastics Choir, main hall Peninsula Community Centre, 2pm

Tuesday, Dec 8 Free community seminar on how to cope with the festive period, Brisbane Waters Private Hospital, bookings essential, 6pm to 8pm Sustainable Seafood Workshop, Fishermans Wharf Woy Woy, 6:30pm to 8:30pm, bookings essential

Wednesday, Dec 9 Auditions for Woy Woy Little Theatre Company’s production of Dinkum Assorted, 15 females roles, most requiring a reasonable singing voice ph 4343 1995 for more information, auditions by appointment from 7pm

Thursday, Dec 10 Gingerbread Christmas Tree

Craft Workshop, library, from 3:30pm

Kincumber

NSW Blind Cricket team, Rogers Park, Woy Woy

Friday, Dec 11

Monday, Dec 14

PCYC Umina Boxing Academy Fight Night, from 6:30pm Dragon in concert, Ettalong Diggers, doors open 8pm

History Ferry Tour, Brisbane Water Historical Society, four hour morning cruise on the Sorrento

Saturday, Dec 12 Mimosa Duo and tapas, Jasmine Greens Kiosk, 6:30pm Rewind, Hardys Bay Club, 7pm

Sunday, Dec 13 Umina Beach Markets, 9am to 3pm, Peninsula Recreational Precinct, Umina Ettalong Baptist Church and Ettalong Public School Combined Carols event, grounds of Ettalong Public School from 5:30pm Catherine Grace, Jasmine Green Kiosk, Umina from 6:30pm Jam at Hardys Bay Club led by Stompbox Shane, 3pm Southern Spirit versus the

Thursday, Dec 17 Ettalong Diggers Ham Raffle, tickets from 5pm and drawn from 7pm Trivia at Hardys Bay Club

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

Mimosa Duo, Live music and tapas, Jasmine Greens Park Kiosk, from 6:30pm Ben Woodham at Hardys Bay Club, 7pm

Saturday, Dec 19 Santa parade, escorted by Ulysses Club Woy Woy Peninsula branch Motorbikes, West St Umina, 10am

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

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Organisations Legal & Financial Help 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 4325 3540 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

Animal Rescue Wildlife Arc 4325 0666 Wires 1300 094 737

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purchase sometimes quirky and always useful gifts in readiness for Christmas giving,” Ms Howard said. “Our children’s arts class contributed a stunning piece of work representing a visual insight into their interests, loves and lifestyle. “Such a happy, colourful, vibrant canvas. “Visitors had the opportunity to try their hand at gelatin print-making thanks to Karen McPhee, at suncatcher-making with Shelley Ross and free face painting “Live music provided by the ukulele group had many singing along and tapping their toes. “The young members from the Woy Woy School of Music amazed everyone when displaying their talents both vocal and instrumental. “We were fortunate to be graced by a visit from international guest Hyacinth Buckett on the Saturday.

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“She browsed the stalls, enjoyed some quality refreshments before moving on to her next engagement. “Visitors took full advantage of the cafe during the weekend with generous helpings of cakes and savouries to enjoy with their cups of tea and coffee. “Stall holders had to practice some very strong restraint every time

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Sport

Association plans outdoor fitness area for seniors

Annette Thompson and Henry Degasso won the Barefoot bowls Central Coast zone championship at Woy Woy

Barefoot final held at Woy Woy The Aloha Barefoot Bowls Championship was held at Woy Woy Bowling Club on November 29. Many of the players were dressed in Hawaiian shirts, beﬁtting of the occasion, and some underlying nerves were evident as teams took to the green in search of a unique opportunity to play in the Barefoot Bowls Championship in Honolulu in February. The championship conducted by Bowls NSW has produced an amazing change of fortune for Annette Thompson in her introduction to the sport of lawn bowls.

She participated in the 2014 event as a raw beginner to the game with her bowling partner Henry Dagasso who, at the time, was a member of Davistown RSL Bowling Club. They reached a sectional ﬁnal and missed winning a trip to Hawaii by the narrowest of margins, going down by just one shot (7-6), in a tense ﬁnal. In recent months, Annette who is also an accomplished golfer joined the Avoca Beach WBC, so this year she backed up in the event as the registered bowler as skip with non-bowling friend Fernando Assiss.

They immediately clicked as a bowling pair and won their section at Davistown RSL to gain a place in the Central Coast section final at Woy Woy. Annette and Fernando played outstanding bowls to win the semifinal against an accomplished pair to gain a finals berth against Wayne Jones and Steve Elliss from Davistown RSL. A three on the fourth end of the seven-end final gave Annette and Fernando a match-winning break of 5-2 and they held their nerve to go on and win 6-5.

Following the success of outdoor fitness equipment installed at Umina and Ettalong by Gosford Council, the WagstaffeKillcare Community Association has a proposal to build an outdoor fitness area with seniors in mind. A presentation on an Active Seniors Park will be given at the next association meeting at Wagstaffe Hall on Monday, December 14, at 7:30pm. “When the idea of a local equipment area was raised at a recent association meeting, the response was overwhelming support. “We keep putting in play areas for children. Something for seniors would be welcome,” said association president Ms Peta Colebatch. Ms Colebatch said the association had decided to fund

the project from its own reserves. “Apart from the funding arrangements, it is expected that council would, of course, assume responsibility for the project,” she said. She said suitable Australianmade marine-grade equipment had been identiﬁed. “The marine version is hot dip galvanised with stainless steel shafts and stainless steel bearings to ensure a long life in a salt water environment.” “We are especially looking for seniors to come along and show support.” Residents who wish to make a written comment can mail their views to the secretary, PO Box 4069, Wagstaffe 2257 or email sec@wagstaffetokillcare.org.au. It is planned to submit a proposal to Gosford Council in March. Newsletter, 2 Dec 2015 Peta Colebatch, WTKCA

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New netball club is formed The Peninsula Lions Netball Club is a newly-formed club that will be a part of the Woy Woy Peninsula Netball Association. Its aim is to ensure that all players are happy, enjoy playing netball and continue to return to the sport. The club was looking for a couple of junior players as well as women wishing to join one of the senior teams or make their own. Further details are available by emailing peninsulalionsnetball@

outlook.com or on Facebook at Peninsula Lions Netball Club. Affiliation fees for senior players (18 and over) will be $165 and for junior players (11 to 17) $150. Net Set Go players (10 and under) will be charged $130. All players who pre-register with a minimum $30 deposit before December 20 will be offered a special package that contains a Jacket and Dress for $90 with a free polo shirt for training. Newsletter, 1 Dec 2015 Lyn Davis, Umina Beach Public School

Family recruitment day at bowls club The Everglades men’s bowling team is conducting a free family recruitment day for all ages on Saturday, December 12, at Woy Woy. The event will take place at the Everglades Bowling Club and starts at 11am. The family day offers an opportunity for all participants to learn the art of lawn bowls, receiving advice and support from the Everglades team as well as a

Kaye Arnott and Alan Joss from Gosford were crowned King and Queen at the Umina Beach Bowling Club

King and Queen of bowls at Umina The King and Queen of the Central Coast Lawn Bowls Carnival was held over the weekend of November 14 and 15 at the Umina Beach Bowling Club. Twenty eight teams competed in the competition from all around the Central Coast as well as teams from both Newcastle and Sydney. The winners of the event were

Ms Kaye Arnott and Mr Alan Joss from Gosford with seven wins. Second place went to Ms Wendy Turnbull and Mr Frank Gallo from Wyong with 6.5 wins. Third place was taken by Ms June and Mr Mark Wheatly from Terrigal with five wins. The president of Umina Beach Men’s Bowling Club, Mr Bob King, congratulated all the participating

barbecue also being provided. The event was announced after the Everglades men’s bowls team won in a recent match against Mt Lewis Bowling club in an inter-club challenge game. Everglades scored 157 points against the NSW Champions League playing Mt Lewis team which scored 147 points. Media release, 27 Nov 2015 Beth Quinlan, Everglades Country Club

Gosford City Council is calling on the Peninsula community to contribute stories, photos and images regarding sporting history and folklore that will form an art installation in the new Woy Woy Oval. • How are sport activities important to you? • Do you hold good memories of the Woy Woy Oval or other sporting facilities within the Peninsula? • Did you make life-long friends through sport? • How does the history of the oval benefit the Peninsula community? If you are interested in being involved in the project, or believe you have some information that would be relevant, please contact: Coralie McPhie, Project Officer on (02) 4325 8429 or email Coralie.mcphie@gosford.nsw.gov.au

teams including the winning sides. “The new format introduced this year appears to have been a success with the number of teams from outside of the area registering to contest the carnival which carries prizemoney of $6000,” Mr King said. Email, 27 Nov 2015 Ian Jarratt, Umina Beach Men’s.Bowling Club

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Sport

Blind cricket team to play Woy Woy at Rogers Park

Joe Marston dies, aged 89 Joe Marston, one of the legends of Australian soccer, who retired to the Peninsula, passed away aged 89 on Sunday, November 29. “The football community will commemorate the life and achievements of Marston with a minute’s applause before A-League and W-League matches,” said Football Federation of Australia chief Mr David Gallop. Marston was a strong and

agile central defender in an illustrious career in Australia and England. He represented Australia and also coached the national team, but made his name with famous English club Preston North End. Marston was the first Australian to play in an English FA Cup Final when Preston North End defeated West Bromwich Albion in 1954. He made 154 appearances for the club and was picked for the English League against the

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Scottish League. Before and after his time in England, Marston was a star player in the New South Wales State League, and later was a leading club coach. Among the many individual accolades bestowed upon Marston was an MBE, the Australian Sports Medal and induction into the FFA Hall of Fame. The best player in the A-League grand final is awarded the Joe Marston Medal. Mr Gallop expressed condolences to the Marston family on behalf of the football community. “Joe Marston was a giant of the game, in his stature as a player and his towering achievements,” said Mr Gallop. “He was a pioneer in the 1950s, showing that Australian footballers were capable of matching it with the best in the English First Division. “This was a remarkable achievement in itself. “Joe was a much-loved and revered figure, but his humility ensured there was never any fuss. “Joe was and will always remain a true Aussie hero.” Media release, 29 Nov 2015 David Gallop, Football Federation Australia

The Southern Spirit is hosting the NSW Blind Cricket side in a game of modified cricket on Sunday, December 13, at Rogers Park, Woy Woy. This will be the fourth year in a row that the NSW side has played Southern Spirit Cricket Club (previously Woy Woy) prior to the NSW Blind Cricket Side participating in the National Titles. Mr Scott Jones of Woy Woy is 47 and has been playing blind cricket for the past seven years. He has a form of macular degeneration which means he had good peripheral site but said his central vision is a bit hazy. Scott will take to the field as vice-captain of the NSW side and one of its oldest players. Blind cricket is played across Australia and the states compete annually in a national tournament. The Rogers Park game will give the NSW side a good workout, Mr Jones said. Blind cricket teams are 11-a-side and made up of men and women. Its rules are similar to those for the mainstream game with a few extra requirements. Each side has to be made up of three B1 players who are completely blind, another four players have to have B2 category vision and the other four players need B3. Players have to bat in rotation based on their level of vision

impairment to ensure the game is fair. B1 bowlers are required to make up 40 per cent of the overs played. Bowling is under arm and the ball must be bounced either once or twice before the half way line, depending on the level of the batsman’s blindness. Two types of ball may be used in a blind cricket match. One is fully enclosed and makes a sound like a ball bearing being rolled when it is bowled. According to Mr Jones, the skill levels and concentration required to master blind cricket are high. He said he “unfortunately missed the bus” when it came to making it to the national side. “I was captain of the NSW allability side in March 2015 and I am vice captain of the NSW side for the nationals in Melbourne. Scott said he grew up in Woy Woy and continues with his career in the construction industry. He is also vice president of Woy Woy Junior Rugby League, which has been the chosen club of his two sons now aged 14 and 17. Member for Gosford Ms Kathy Smith will be attending this year’s Rogers Park game and Mr Jones said he expected the game to attract good spectator support. Email, 2 Dec 2015 David Gemmell, Southern Spirit Cricket Club

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Swimming championships attracts 2500 entries More than 2500 entries were received for the Coast and Valley Swimming Association annual summer championships at the Peninsula Leisure Centre on Saturday, December 5, and Sunday, December 6. This event was the area championship with competitors ranging in age from nine and under up to the open age category. Association liaison officer Ms Michelle Burley-Jones said the event would be used for swimmers to qualify for both the NSW state titles and the country titles to be Coast and Valley Swimming Association held its summer championships at Peninsula Leisure Centre on December 5 and 6

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