Labor commits $100,000 to Pelican Park playground

NSW Labor has committed $100,000 to enable Central Coast Council to upgrade Pelican Park, including a new playground, improvements to accessibility and maintenance, according to Member for Gosford Ms Liesl Tesch.

The election promise was made by Ms Tesch on Monday, March 20, ahead of the election on Saturday, March 25.

“Pelican Park was initially scheduled for demolition by Central Coast Council in 2021,” said Ms Tesch.

“After significant community upset and a petition with over 6000 signatures in the first 48 hours, council reversed their decision.

“The funding will ensure that Pelican Park will remain open for generations of children and their parents to enjoy.”

Ms Tesch said that her position has remained clear: If it’s unsafe, make it safe.

“From the point I became aware Pelican Park would be demolished, I was clear that instead of demolishing it we should make it safe.

“This funding will ensure that we can create a safe and accessible

Art trail to be held at Pearl Beach on Saturday

An art trail will be held at Pearl Beach from 10am to 4pm on Saturday, April 8.

“Over 15 local artisans will be exhibiting in the Pearl Beach Arboretum, TheArtist Hub,” said Pearl Beach Art Group co-ordinator Ms Margaret Westcott.

forward to welcoming visitors to The Artist Hub in Pearl Beach Arboretum and in home studios,” she said.

Pictured are paintings at the arboretum by artist Marijke Greenway.

park for all members of the community to use.”

Ms Tesch said she was happy to work with the Council to create a better park.

“Pelican Park is not just any park.

“It is an iconic park, celebrated by both locals and visitors.

“I am happy that we will work with Council to find a better solution for Pelican Park to keep this important community space available.”

SOURCE: Media release, 20 Mar 2023 Liesl Tesch, Member for Gosford

“Another 10 artists will be opening their studios to showcase and sell an eclectic and colourful selection of art, cards, jewellery, handicrafts, ceramics, pottery and sculptures.”

“A route map with details of the trail and addresses of the exhibitors will be available at the local cafe and community hall.

“The Pearl Beach artisans look

Details of the art trail are available on the progress association website at www. pearlbeachprogress.org.au.

For further information, phone Margaret Westcott on 0401 968 947.

SOURCE: Media release, 20 Mar 2023 Margaret Westcott, Pearl Beach Art Group

Photo: Margaret Westcott

Patonga fete at hall

A fete will be held at Patonga between 9am to 1pm on Easter Saturday, April 8.

It will be held at the Patonga Community Hall at the corner of Brisk and Bay Sts, Patonga.

Store holder inquiries should be directed to woywoyfleamarket@ gmail.com.

SOURCE: Social media, 18 Mar 2023 Patonga Community Hall