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All of the nomination forms for Central Coast Alliance were completed and handed to one of the candidates on Cr Freewater’s ticket to submit while he was in Scotland supporting his son in the world championships of highland dancing.

“This person decided to wait until half an hour before the close of nominations to submit the paperwork and then realised that they hadn’t brought the form with all the candidates’ signatures.

“Subsequently, they went home to look for it and

by the time they got back, nominations had closed.

“Therefore, not only did they not submit the group nomination, they didn’t submit [the forms for] any of the candidates at all.

“That’s it - all over red rover,” said Cr Freewater.

The person handling the nominations for the Central Coast Alliance came into the offi ce of Ducks Crossing Publications shortly after nominations had closed to cancel booked advertising in view of missing the deadline.

He said he was “devastated” in missing the

nominations by one minute and was too upset to make further comment.

Number fi ve on the ticket Mr Jake Cassar said he was disappointed and it was unfortunate it was left until the last half an hour.

“I guess the whole group should take some responsibility to a point.

“It’s remarkable how it could come down to those last few minutes, but rules are rules.

“The real losers in this are the community because I think we had a really, really great team of genuine community leaders that are

out there in the community making a difference.

“Me personally, I’m not deterred from any of the things I’m doing for the environment and social justice,” he said.

Cr Freewater said he had worked hard for the last four years to clean up Gosford Council and had made a pretty good fi st of it.

“I saved Coastal Open Space System (COSS) from getting a recreation zoning that would allow sporting fi xtures and hotels; I got the entrance [to Brisbane Water] dredged so boats wouldn’t get trashed on the rocks; I helped secure Bambara.

“I showed the community that they can stand up to Gosford Council and

expose them.“I also played a major role

in the retiring of the general manager and so now we can make a clean start with a new one.

“My concern is that many of the old councillors will still be there and I believe it would be better if the new Council were to grow out of fresh, fertile soil.

“So with this in mind, please don’t vote Labor, Liberal, Central Coast First or Craig Doyle; you’ll just be throwing the same old fertiliser on the new general manager.

“I think Kate da Costa and Hillary Morris would be excellent councillors if you don’t mind the fact that they’re Greens.

“I’d like to thank all those people in the community that have supported me and written to me or called me to thank me for things I’ve done.

“It was really good to hear people say ‘thank you’.

“I’m just sorry I won’t be there for another term to ‘keep up the good fi ght’,” said Cr Freewater.

He said he would now be able to return to being a marine scientist and spending more time with his family.

Email, 9 Aug 2012 Peter Freewater,

Horsfi eld BayKaitlin Watts, 10 Aug 2012

Jake Cassar, West Gosford

Central Coast Alliance fail to nominate

Central Coast Alliance candidates now unable to stand for Council election

Gosford Cr Peter Freewater has said so long to local government after his nine candidate party failed to submit its nomination forms in time.

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Islander OrganisationsAboriginal Legal Service 8842 8000Community Options 4351 3388Bungree Aboriginal Association 4351 3388Mingaletta 4342 7515Aboriginal Home Care 4352 1153Drug & Alcohol rehab 4388 6360Respite Care Options 4351 3388Eleanor Duncan Aboriginal Health 4351 1040Darkinjung Local Land Council 4351 2930

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The Liberal candidate for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks has claimed that Gosford Council will have to pay $600,000 for carbon emissions from the Woy Woy tip.

At $23 a tonne, this would represent emissions of the equivalent of 26,087 tonnes of CO2.

However, Gosford Council has denied that it will have to pay any carbon tax in the coming fi nancial year.

The council’s carbon and emissions manager Mr Dan Waters suggested that the tip did not currently exceed the 25,000 tonne threshold.

He confi rmed the council was listed on the Liable Entities Public Information Database “due to projections relating to the likelihood of the Woy Woy landfi ll exceeding the emissions threshold set by the Federal Government”.

It is understood that, even if the council did exceed the threshold, it would not have to pay for emissions from waste that was at the tip prior to July 1.

A charge would only be made on waste dumped after July 1.

Mr Waters said Gosford Council would not have to buy any carbon permits in 2012-13.

He said around half the methane generated in the landfi ll cells at Woy

Woy was captured for recycling.The council was in the process

of investigating improvements to this, he said.

He said the council was also implementing a Climate Change Mitigation Strategy which would identify energy

effi cient improvements on many Council facilities and a Carbon Management System was being created to allow Council to better monitor .emissions.

Ms Wicks claimed Gosford Council had been declared a “big polluter” and would be directly liable

to pay at least an extra $600,000 in carbon tax.

“Central Coast residents will be stunned to learn they have now been tagged as so-called big polluters for breaching the 25,000 tonne CO2 threshold,” said Ms Wicks.

“Gosford has been hit, despite having invested in a methane capture project which is generating electricity for local residents.

“The carbon tax is now penalising councils who have done the right thing in trying to reduce their emissions.

“Impacts on local residents will be signifi cant as Gosford Council now has to pay $23 a tonne for its emissions.

“This new carbon tax liability doesn’t even include the extra cost Council will face from their general operations such as rising electricity prices for street lighting, sporting ground and community facilities.

“This decision refl ects the confusion and chaos surrounding this whole new big tax.

“The only certainty here is that the prices will go up and continue to go up to pay for the tax,” she said.

Media Release, 29 Jul 2012 Aaron Henry, Liberal

Party of AustraliaMedia Release, 1 Aug 2012

Dan Waters, Gosford Council

Council denies Liberal carbon tax claim

Woy Woy tip - on emissions list

Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill has described claims made by Liberal candidate for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks about Woy Woy tip’s carbon tax liability as without foundation and part of a “negative fear campaign”.

“The negative fear campaign being run by the Opposition nationally has landed in Woy Woy,” said Ms O’Neill.

“The claims made by the Opposition have been trashed by Gosford Council and exposed for what they really are, talking the Central Coast down for cheap political points scoring.

“Residents and businesses on the Central Coast are looking for leadership not lies.

“This continued fear campaign is hurting businesses, it is hurting jobs on the Coast and it needs to stop.

“Gosford Council should be commended for the great work they are already doing capturing methane from Woy Woy landfi ll.

“The Council is also taking a very sensible and responsible approach to clean energy planning to reduce future carbon liabilities for ratepayers,” she said.

Email, 2 Aug 2012 Peter McCabe, Offi ce of

Deborah O’Neill MP

Fear campaign ‘trashed’,

says O’Neill

Gosford Council has referred a proposal to replace sea level rise maps on its website for discussion at a future Strategy Policy Workshop

Cr Peter Freewater put forward a recommendation at Council’s

meeting of Tuesday, July 24, that Council replace the sea level rise fl ood maps from its website with four separate maps, one for each predicted fl ood level scenario, for each location.

He also recommended that Council consult with the affected property owners on the draft

maps before they are posted on Council’s website.

Cr Vicki Scott requested that the matter be deferred for further discussion.

It was resolved at Council’s July 3 meeting to remove the sea level rise warning from the section 149 certifi cates pending further

direction from the NSW State Government.

“Among the reasons that Council moved this way is the advice received from the community that the 149 warning was impacting on property prices and driving up the cost of insurance,” said Cr Freewater.

Cr Freewater, a former Greens councillor, said there was still no real evidence that sea level was rising in Brisbane Water and therefore an adaptive management approach should be taken.

Gosford Council Agenda NM.10, 24 Jul 2012

Sea level discussion deferred

Issue 39August 13, 2012 Your independent local newspaper - Ph: 4325 7369

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All of the nomination forms for Central Coast Alliance were completed and handed to one of the candidates on Cr Freewater’s ticket to submit while he was in Scotland supporting his son in the world championships of highland dancing.

“This person decided to wait until half an hour before the close of nominations to submit the paperwork and then realised that they hadn’t brought the form with all the candidates’ signatures.

“Subsequently, they went home to look for it and

by the time they got back, nominations had closed.

“Therefore, not only did they not submit the group nomination, they didn’t submit [the forms for] any of the candidates at all.

“That’s it - all over red rover,” said Cr Freewater.

The person handling the nominations for the Central Coast Alliance came into the offi ce of Ducks Crossing Publications shortly after nominations had closed to cancel booked advertising in view of missing the deadline.

He said he was “devastated” in missing the

nominations by one minute and was too upset to make further comment.

Number fi ve on the ticket Mr Jake Cassar said he was disappointed and it was unfortunate it was left until the last half an hour.

“I guess the whole group should take some responsibility to a point.

“It’s remarkable how it could come down to those last few minutes, but rules are rules.

“The real losers in this are the community because I think we had a really, really great team of genuine community leaders that are

out there in the community making a difference.

“Me personally, I’m not deterred from any of the things I’m doing for the environment and social justice,” he said.

Cr Freewater said he had worked hard for the last four years to clean up Gosford Council and had made a pretty good fi st of it.

“I saved Coastal Open Space System (COSS) from getting a recreation zoning that would allow sporting fi xtures and hotels; I got the entrance [to Brisbane Water] dredged so boats wouldn’t get trashed on the rocks; I helped secure Bambara.

“I showed the community that they can stand up to Gosford Council and

expose them.“I also played a major role

in the retiring of the general manager and so now we can make a clean start with a new one.

“My concern is that many of the old councillors will still be there and I believe it would be better if the new Council were to grow out of fresh, fertile soil.

“So with this in mind, please don’t vote Labor, Liberal, Central Coast First or Craig Doyle; you’ll just be throwing the same old fertiliser on the new general manager.

“I think Kate da Costa and Hillary Morris would be excellent councillors if you don’t mind the fact that they’re Greens.

“I’d like to thank all those people in the community that have supported me and written to me or called me to thank me for things I’ve done.

“It was really good to hear people say ‘thank you’.

“I’m just sorry I won’t be there for another term to ‘keep up the good fi ght’,” said Cr Freewater.

He said he would now be able to return to being a marine scientist and spending more time with his family.

Email, 9 Aug 2012 Peter Freewater,

Horsfi eld BayKaitlin Watts, 10 Aug 2012

Jake Cassar, West Gosford

Central Coast Alliance fail to nominate

Central Coast Alliance candidates now unable to stand for Council election

Gosford Cr Peter Freewater has said so long to local government after his nine candidate party failed to submit its nomination forms in time.

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Slingsby wins Olympic gold

by Rod Allen

Tom Slingsby of Gosford won

Australia’s fi rst individual gold medal in the men’s Laser class sailing event at the London 2012 Olympics on Monday, August 6.

Slingsby fi nished how he started the Olympic competition: in total control.

The 27-year-old Gosford boy erased his demons from Beijing, where he also entered the Olympics as a raging favourite, only to fi nish in a disappointing 22nd place.

This time it went to script as he made the blue water of Weymouth his own, totally dominating the event with four wins and three seconds from the ten fl eet

races.“The Olympics is a

dream,” said Slingsby. “It is the pinnacle of the

sport and right now I am the happiest man on the planet.

“This is the best feeling in the world.

“I worked for 12 years to get to here and I put everything I had into it.

“Last time, I put in so

much hard work and came away with nothing, and this time I put in more work and look at me now,” said Slingsby.

Slingsby, who started sailing at the age of eight, said his fi rst gold medal had him deeply back in love with sailing and looking forward to the future.

“If I did not do well at this Olympics I would have

hung up the shoes,” said Slingsby.

“I am so proud to have done it with (my family) watching,” said Slingsby.

Parents Mavis and David, his twin sisters, girlfriend and another half a dozen close friends were perched on the Nothe with another 20,000 spectators cheering him on.

Kontides had to beat

Slingsby by six places in the ten-boat medal race to turn his certain silver, the fi rst medal for Cyprus for any sport, into gold.

Slingsby fi nished the medal race a tactical ninth.

More Olympic Stories inside

Photo: REUTERS/Pascal Lauener

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The artist’s impression of the proposed

Lakeside Plaza r e d e v e l o p m e n t released by architectural fi rm, Architectus, depicts an expanded Coles Supermarket along with speciality fashion and food retailers to serve The Entrance Community.

“Stages two and three of the development will include a residential tower and hotel tower, all on the one site that covers

some 21,000 sqm.The development has

been designed by one of Australia’s leading architectural fi rms to refl ect its seaside position and provide outstanding views of the ocean and lake.

The development would also provide for substantial undercover basement parking for shoppers and visitors alike.

The lofting of the towers would create an ‘Oasis’ fl oor protected from the sun and rain on the fourth level, providing pool facilities,

a day spa, restaurant and bar, surrounded by a landscaped and treed roof garden environment.

The position on the fourth fl oor of the building would offer uninterrupted views out to the lake and coast, yet would enable the roof garden to still feel part of the town.

At ground level, the piazza has been designed to become the town square, providing open space and amenities, surrounded by restaurants, cafes, hospitality venues and specialist retail that would make it popular

for day and night time entertainment and relaxation.

A proposed Novotel Hotel would comprise 220 plus rooms, an 800 seat conference and function centre, introducing The Entrance to thousands of visitors.

Both towers would be in an elliptical shape, designed to offer 360 degree views, allowing wind to pass, avoiding the down drafts associated with more conventional designs.

Lakeside Plaza proprietor Mr Bob Dunnet said “The design has been

infl uenced by studies from around Australia and internationally whereby best practice architectural designs have been ‘cherry picked’ and integrated into the design”.

The Entrance Chamber of Commerce president Mr Wes Newman said the development was positive for The Entrance.

“To get this far has been a great achievement and is very positive for The Entrance,” said Mr Newman.

“We have been working closely with the owners and their representatives

for over a year now in the development of the concept for the site”, said a spokesperson for Wyong Council Media.

“The recently adopted master plan for the entrance town centre was prepared in conjunction their concept.”

“Council has received a planning proposal for spot rezoning of the lakeside plaza site, which is currently being assed.”

Magazine, 1 Jul 2012Edgar Adams, Central Coast

Business Review8 Aug 2012

Wyong Council Media

Artist’s impression released for Lakeside Plaza redevelopment

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This target would almost halve Council’s emissions by 2025 in comparison to 2001.

The Strategy, which has been in development since August 2010, would guide Council in reducing carbon emissions as well as providing direction and leadership on energy effi ciency within the community.

The Strategy gives overall direction for energy effi cient practices and identifi es new renewable energy projects.

Gosford Council’s Carbon and Energy management offi cer Mr Dan Waters said the Climate Change Mitigation Strategy encompasses current and future clean energy initiatives from Council.

“We have been implementing a number of projects focused on reducing Council’s carbon footprint and the Climate Change Mitigation Strategy

will identify opportunities and priorities for moving forward.

“Projects identifi ed by the Strategy will increase business effi ciency while reducing energy and waste resulting in a carbon reduction as well as cost savings for Council.

“We will also now develop a Carbon Management Response Plan which will document, facilitate and track the implementation of our 20 per cent carbon reduction target by 2025,” said Mr Waters.

Mr Waters outlined a number of successful projects already implemented by Council which have improved energy effi ciency and provided cost savings.

“We have been very pleased with reductions made across a number of Council assets with the installation of LED lighting at the Gosford Town Centre

Car Park and further lighting effi ciency installations currently taking place at the Laycock St Theatre and our Administration Building.

“Our recently installed solar thermal pool heating system at the Peninsula Leisure Centre is estimated to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 139 tonnes CO2 per year.

“Work is already underway on one of the opportunities identifi ed within the strategy; carbon emissions from the Woy Woy landfi ll will be reduced by increasing the methane collection system effi ciency.

“While we have been able to implement these initiatives with great success we have also been able to earmark a number of opportunities for future savings,” said Mr Waters.

Media Release, 8 Aug 2012

Gosford Council media

Council adopts 20% carbon reduction policyGosford councillors voted to adopt a Climate Change Mitigation

Strategy at its ordinary council meeting on Tuesday, August 7, which aims for a 20 per cent carbon reduction by 2025 compared

to Council’s 2009-10 emissions.

More than 60 local residents attended the forum from across the Robertson electorate along with community group representatives, local law enforcement representatives, small business owners and neighbourhood watch groups.

Ms Wicks said the forum gave local residents an opportunity to have their say on how crime was affecting their community.

“We heard a clear message today that crime is still a major concern for local residents,” said Ms Wicks.

“Using today’s input from the community, I hope to further pursue both new and existing ways at reducing crime in our community.

“It has been made clear to me that there is still not enough being done, despite the efforts of the State Government and the

police, and I will continue to work towards making our community a safer place to live.

“I know that tackling local crime is an important issue that all levels of government should be focused on.

“I’ll be working hard to restore hope, reward and opportunity to local residents in all aspects of their lives,” Ms Wicks said.

Local issues discussed

at the forum included the local youth unemployment rate and the impact that anti-social behaviour has on local businesses.

Ms Wicks said she would be keeping local residents informed of the progress in the fi ght against crime.

Media Release, 7 Aug 2012

Aaron Henry, Liberal Party of Australia

Community Crime Forum a success

The Community Crime Forum held in Kariong on Thursday, August 2, with Shadow Minister for Justice, Customs and Border Protection Mr Michael Keenan, was a great success, according

to Liberal candidate for Robertson Ms Lucy Wicks.

Lucy Wicks with Michael Keenan MP

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I represent Verde Terra, an experienced resource recovery company in charge of the redevelopment of Mangrove Mountain Memorial Golf Course and the landfi ll operation.

In her letter, Ms Pontifex expresses concern about Mangrove Mountain becoming a garbage dump, based on an advertisement that features incorrect and misleading information.

As a result, the golf course redevelopment has been wrongly linked to a garbage site referred to in the advertisement.

The facts are:An online site placed

an advertisement featuring incorrect data that lists a Verde Terra telephone number, and Verde Terra is actively pursuing legal action against this online site for misrepresentation.

New management took

control of Verde Terra in July 2011, and the company is aware that there is a level of misunderstanding around the operation and we are taking swift steps to address this.

For example, last week, we met with the members of Mangrove Mountain Memorial Golf Club and the Mangrove Mountain and Districts Community Group, including Ms Pontifex, to listen to their feedback and provide an update on the project.

Let me assure your readers that Verde Terra takes its responsibility in ensuring the work it undertakes with respect to the on-site landfi ll meets or exceeds all standards, protocols and procedures very

seriously.Our organisation

operates in the safest, most environmentally-friendly way possible at Mangrove Mountain and the redevelopment project meets all modern landfi ll engineering requirements.

We are committed to reducing the amount of waste sent to landfi ll, protecting the environment, recovering and recycling materials, and preventing pollution that may impact the community.

Verde Terra wants to work closely with the community, Gosford City Council, the trustees for the land (the RSL), the Mangrove Mountain Memorial Golf Club members and all environmental authorities to ensure the golf course, when completed, meets the high expectations held by all these groups.

Email, 8 Aug 2012 Mark Butler, Verde Terra

Advertisement misrepresents facts

I write in response to Margaret Pontifex’s letter on Mangrove Mountain which appeared in Coast Community News on July 30.

What concerns me is the odd behaviour of Cr Jim Macfadyen and sometimes Cr Peter Freewater.

Both, I’m told, also believe in the Greenhouse effect.

In the Coast Community News of July 16, Jim actually mentions “50 Local Government Areas in NSW that are affected by sea level rise”.

Yet both he and Freewater voted to rescind a Council decision they’d supported to warn potential buyers of the risk these two councillors

deemed

real.Why did both Macfadyen

and Freewater go to water?Could it be because there’s

a Council election coming up?Was it for the votes of

the owners of “Up to 9,000 properties” who’ve been making a loud noise?

What about the cost to all future residents who will pay the costs incurred for not warning purchasers about the danger?

So whom does this Latter Day Pontius Pilate pair blame for their timid backing away from policies in which they sincerely believe?

Let’s blame the State Government.

They’re back to the Infants School playground excuse: “They made me do it, Miss”.

Email, 27 Jul 2012Norman Hanscombe,

Narara

Freewater and Macfadyen

I’ve acknowledged the reality of the Greenhouse effect as far back as 1945, but I’m not raising that issue now.

He has listened too closely to the hype and spin of those wishing to force the Landing in its entirety on the residents of Gosford and the Central Coast.

The so called “naysayers” are objecting only to Stages two and three of the proposal, because of the detrimental visual impact these stages will have on the Gosford Waterfront and the

subsequent loss of public access to a substantial portion of the waterfront.

These very “naysayers” believe the waterfront should be developed with

the intention of providing better public facilities and amenities.

In essence, the waterfront should be the front yard of Gosford City, so Mr Kilpatrick’s aside comment “not in my backyard” should be, in reality, “not in our front yard”.

Email, 26 Jul 2012 Col Hodgson, Mount Elliot

Landing understanding is misguided

Mr Kilpatrick’s understanding of the Landing proposal, as evidenced by his letter (July 16), is sadly misguided.

It is evident that some good citizens of this region are vigilant in trying to safeguard the beauty of this region and we hope that such people will always be prepared to fi ght for what is best.

But it is important that the following details are not ignored:

The Performing Arts

Precinct is planned for the town side of Dane Dr, not the water side.

The south end of Gosford has never been offi cially

listed as heritage.The Memorial Park is

to be incorporated in, and enhanced by, the cultural precinct.

There is a public garden area included in the plan for this area.

Senior members of the indigenous community have referred us to the stream that had previously fl owed into Brisbane Waters in the area in question, but there has been no reference to sacred sites.

If the people of Gosford allow something splendid to be built on this site, it will advertise this area as a place committed to culture and great entertainment.

New workers coming here will know that their children can have a top education in music.

As visitors approach the town they will see that we have more than playing fi elds, beautiful beaches and splendid bush.

At long last, a missing aspect of our culture will have been added and we will have a truly diverse and rich society

Do not forget, if Sydney had only considered issues of heritage, existing businesses and the proximity to the water, the Sydney Opera House would never have been built.

We hope everyone will open their minds to a chance to do something truly memorable in this region.

Email, 6 Aug 2012Claire O’Connor,

West Gosford

Performing Arts Precinct has potential

The Friends of the Performing Arts Precinct (FOPAP) are concerned that some erroneous information is being broadcast about the construction of the Performing Arts Precinct as part of Stage

One of The Landing project in Gosford.

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“Erina is a commercial hub with hundreds of local businesses and major national companies generating huge employment, yet it still doesn’t have a public car parking station for the thousands of employees that work in Erina every day,” said Erina Chamber

of Commerce president Mr Tim Gunasinghe.

“This is a problem that must be fi xed.

“Gosford, Woy Woy and Terrigal all have public car parking stations and it’s well overdue for Erina to have the same.

“People that work at Erina are forced to park

in poorly lit areas, many blocks from their places of business.

“We’re talking about a serious commercial hub here with thousands of people affected.

“So we’re determined to work with Gosford City Council and have the problem fi xed.

“By moving some of the current tennis courts area slightly further along Karalta Rd we would create the space for a public car parking station.

“This would also benefi t the many people that use the tennis courts or attend games at the Erina Rugby Leagues Club Oval.

“It’s an obvious solution that simply makes sense and it’s certainly well

Erina Chamber calls for parking station

The Erina Chamber of Commerce has arranged a meeting in late August with Gosford Council to discuss the Chamber’s proposal for public car parking stations in Erina.

overdue.“The newly formed

Erina Chamber Board is determined to drive solutions to several important issues and the fi rst is making safe, convenient

parking a reality,” said Mr Gunasinghe.

Media Release, 8 Aug 2012

Sue Liptrott, Erina Chamber of commerce

Proposed car parking station in Erina

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Way back in the year 2000, I stepped into the media and later onto the public footpath outside our NSW Parliament for over four hundred days and many nights.

It was in a naive attempt to assist my father in his fi ght for entitlements against the Corrupt Gosford City Council.

I never would have imagined LABOR Party members and supporters in the Gosford Local Government Area would stand idly by and permit my father and I to experience just how dysfunctional we the peoples have permitted our democratic process to become!

None of these candidates, Jim Macfadyen sometime Mayor (fl ouride burden), Katie Smith, Trevor Drake, George Sidiropoulos, Vicki Scott, Peter McCabe, Liam O'Neill, Patrick Norman, Paul Malone, and Brad Maisey, favoured by the Labor Party, some on more than one occasion, have ever done anything overt to address the systemic corruption and political sins against the peoples that I have identifi ed to my readers.

I never expected to experience the lies and ballot box betrayal we Australians are now all so familiar with nationally.

I witnessed a council employee trying to get my bedridden father to sign an application for a change of use on his property, a factory, rental shop and residential house in the middle of the Umina CBD.

With the years of hindsight I now have, I understand that the council was abusing its power when telling Louis Phillip Verdun James that they would fi ne him $110,000 for non-complying use of his property.

The day I discovered Mr Johnathan Scorgie sitting on my father’s bed was also around the time I had discovered

what my father’s rights of existing use were and how they may be demised.

It took a while to perceive the motivation that Council had for pushing for a change of use on my father’s residential house.

A rather aspirational development application, 11923/2001, was accepted and promulgated by Gosford City Council in an abuse of our due process.

The application was often identifi ed as misleading in no small way and certainly in direct confl ict with the regulation of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act.

The instrument which the consent authority accepted misled anyone looking at the plan overview and the accompanying statement of environmental effects for guidance in their deliberations.

This was because they were being assured by the Council and proponents that there was no need to provide a shadow diagram because no shade would fall on any private residential amenity.

This was a fl at out lie!Why, when council planning offi cers

are expected to have a working grasp of the laws governing their conduct, would they insist on continuing with such malfeasance?

Especially after the abuse involved in planning applicants accepting the disappearance of a residential house with its existing use rights is pointed out to them?

The council, and my elected councillors, insisted that it was not the council’s problem!

They continued to push forward with the systemic abuse of our due process.

More importantly, why would so many Labor party elected representatives and members at the State and Federal levels

turn away from what I have taken to identifying as "political sins against the peoples"?

It is not just the Gosford City councillors, but the local Labor Party State member, Marie Andrews who is still politically active, Local Government Minister Harry Woods, Planning Minister and then Deputy Premier Andrew Refshauge, a succession of Premiers after Bob Carr who jumped ship in July 2005 and Morris Iemma, pushed.

Nathan Rees once made a show at a public community Cabinet meeting of telling me across the hall at Terrigal he knew all about my issues with Gosford City Council.

He went on to add to Labor’s poor reputation in NSW with Kristina Keneally, Planning Minister/Premier, John Della Bosca and John Robertson in their time as both Ministers for the Central Coast and AG John Hatzistergos.

I expect they are all still Labor Party members who certainly do not deserve any respect for what they permitted.

They do not deserve voter support for the way they continue to ignore even the political sins against the people which Gosford City Council committed under the watch of so many of their Premiers and other senior party members based on what I have reported to politicians, ICAC and the State Ombudsman.

I think Labor have a damn hide to fi eld 10 Labor people, many with at least some knowledge of what has transpired under their noses, to sit on the often identifi ed by me as a corrupt council!

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yet again after years of political inaction?”

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“The NSW Government has provided funding for an upgrade to improve safety and traffi c fl ow,” said Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein.

“The Central Coast Highway is the major link between Gosford and Erina and surrounding coastal suburbs.

“This planned work will reduce the likelihood of traffi c queuing on the highway.

“The proposed work includes providing a

dedicated right turn lane into Frederick St for motorists travelling eastbound on the Central Coast Highway.

“The proposal also extends the existing shared path along the highway to Albany St as well as improving footpaths and pedestrian facilities on the northern side of the intersection.

“A community update showing details of the proposal will be distributed to local residents.

“The community is

invited to submit their comments to RMS on the proposed upgrade until Monday, August 27,” Mr Holstein said.

Copies of the update are available from the Gosford and Erina motor registries, the RMS Central Coast offi ce at Woy Woy or online at www.rms.gov.au.

Media Release, 1 Aug 2012

Chris Holstein, Member for Gosford

Feedback sought on highway upgrade at East Gosford

Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) is inviting feedback from the community on a planned upgrade to the Central Coast Highway (York St) and Frederick St intersection at East Gosford.

Central Coast Greens spokesperson Ms Hillary Morris said the government’s Green Paper has a number of serious implications for communities and environment groups opposing inappropriate development.

“Locking the community out of objecting to many

development applications while at the same time increasing the ability of developers to object to planning decisions is simply not fair,” Ms Morris stated.

“There is a lack of detail about how the promised community participation in strategic planning is going to occur and it also

appears that the dumping of environmentally sustainable development is one of the objectives of the new planning act,” she said.

Media Release, 7 Aug 2012

Hillary Morris, Central Coast Greens

Greens oppose proposed

planning rulesThe Central Coast Greens together with Greens MLC Mr David

Shoebridge will host a planning forum regarding the implications around the NSW State Government’s Green Paper on Saturday,

September 1, at the Central Coast Leagues Club from 10-11am.

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VOTE 1 THE GREENS FOR COUNCILGrass roots democracy starts at the local level and we need Greens in Council in order to push through our message of sustainability, environmental protection and social equity. We are committed to a fair balance between residents, the environment, businesses and developers on the Coast.

Hillary MorrisSmall business operator in Gosford and Wyong

Kate da CostaUniversity researcher, heritage background

Phocion VourosArtist, metal worker, President - Greek Community Central Coast Inc.

Heather IngramSecretary, animal welfare campaigner

Terry JonesScience and computing teacher

If elected as the Greens representatives on Gosford Council we would:• encourage Council to engage in sustainable opportunities

where ever possible• protect community lands for the community• promote the diversity and richness of our region, incorporating

the hinterland• increase possibilities for residents to participate in

Council decisions• work with business groups to develop low-carbon

employment options

We will campaign to keep public assets in public hands, to work with all stakeholders to revitalize the Gosford CBD, to pursue a Joint Regional Arts strategy to make a concert hall and other arts precincts a real possibility, and a Joint Regional Sports strategy to maximise the use of our great facilities.

Contact details: 0418 397 698 email: campaign@gosford.nsw.greens.org.au web: centralcoast.nsw.greens.org.au

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Lead candidate, Gosford based psychologist Ian Kilpatrick said he and the team were looking forward to the opportunity to represent the community and make a difference where it counts at Council.

Central Coast First is a coalition of independent Coast residents and business owners, nonaligned to the major political parties or vested interest groups.

“Central Coast First is committed to building a brighter future for the Coast through increased local employment opportunities, while preserving and promoting the Coast lifestyle, said Mr Kilpatrick.

“We have put together a

strong team of local residents and business owners, we live in the area, have families in the area and understand the challenges faced by Coast residents.

“We represent the entire Coast with representatives from the Peninsula to Somersby.

“We are committed to meeting and consulting with the community so that when we get to Council we can get straight to work addressing the issues that really matter,” he said.

Mr Kilpatrick said Central Coast First was committed to ensuring the well- being, safety and satisfaction for the people who live, work or visit the Central Coast, the

provision of a wide range of recreational, social and educational facilities, services and job opportunities for children and youth, the provision of appropriate services and recreational facilities for the retired and aged, and fair representation of the sub-regions within the Gosford City LGA.

“I see fi rsthand the stresses on families caused by our unemployment rates or the long daily commute to jobs away from the Coast.

“That is why Central Coast First is committed to creating sensible and sustainable growth and local opportunities that balance the needs of our residents, our local business and the many visitors who

come to enjoy the Coast way of life,” said Mr Kilpatrick.

Retiring Gosford Council mayor and Central Coast First representative Cr Laurie Maher said he was delighted that Ian and his team would continue to represent the principals of Central Coast

First Group by focusing on the needs of the Coast.

“It has been a privilege to represent Central Coast First Group at Council.

“I encourage the community to support Ian and his team as they work over the coming years to ensure

the Coast’s continued growth and the futures of our families, putting the Central Coast First,” said mayor Cr Maher.

Media Release, 8 Aug 2012

Amanda Muir, Central Coast First

New team for Central Coast FirstCentral Coast First has unveiled its new look team in the race to

the local government elections in September.

Mitch Faulkner, Douglas McFarland, Kaye Brown, Daryl Lynch, Ian Kilpatrick, Holly Faulkner and Murray Edwards

Candidates will have a chance to speak about and explain their policy on the proposed Landing development.

Each candidate will be given equal time to introduce their policy after which the meeting will be opened to questions from

the public.Tea and coffee will be

available at the conclusion of the meeting.

Email, 9 Aug 2012 Col Hodgson, GWAG

Candidates invited to discuss The LandingGosford Waterfront Action Group (GWAG) has invited a

representative from each group or party contesting the Gosford Council elections to attend a public meeting on Monday, August

20, at the Green Point Community Centre.

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“My ticket is about fair representation across all areas of the electorate, it’s about common sense for Council with a fresh new approach.

“My team is a great team.“I have youth, I have

experience and above all, which I think is really important, I have a woman’s perspective.

“I have three strong women who will contribute to my campaign, contribute to Council if we can get them over the line.

“I feel there have been some elements of the Council that have not focused on the overall good of the city.

“I think I bring common sense.

“I bring a game plan and I want to focus on the goals and objectives.

“I want to be able to position Council in the best interest of everyone.

“I want to be able to work in with the other levels of government to get the best outcome for this Council,” said Mr McKinna.

Team McKinna consists of Gabrielle Bowles, Sue Dengate, Deborah Warwick and Nick Hagistefanis.

Lawrie has been married to his wife Christine for 31 years.

They moved to Australia from Scotland in 1986 and became citizens in 2007.

They have two sons and two grandchildren.

Lawrie said he fell in love with the Central Coast when he moved here in 2005 as the Inaugural coach of the Central Coast Mariners.

Lawrie said he feels he would be a great addition to Council as his experience in leadership has seen him acknowledged with numerous awards in football and community.

In 2008, Lawrie was recognised for his work in the community by being awarded the Rotary award for Vocational Excellence for outstanding success in Sports Management and Coaching while reinforcing at all times the analogous relationship between sport and living successfully in the wider community.

With his sons and their families relocating to the Coast as well, he said he understands the needs to help create more opportunities for families to live and work on the Coast.

Gabrielle Bowls has been married to husband Graham for eight years and has fi ve

children.Their family lives in Niagara

Park and her children attend the local primary school.

She has owned a local family business on the Peninsula for the past eight years.

Gabrielle has played soccer locally for the past 17 years and is currently playing women’s premier league for Avoca Football Club where she has been women’s coordinator for approximately fi ve years and club registrar for the last two years.

As Cr Chris Holstein’s daughter, Ms Bowles said growing up watching local government from the sidelines has given her the advantage of understanding more than the average 30 year old would about how Council works.

She said she was looking forward to being involved in Gosford moving forward and growing in a sensible and sustainable way that benefi ts the residents of Gosford City local government area.

Deborah Warwick lives and works in Gosford and grew up on the Central Coast.

She has been fortunate to have worked locally for the majority of her working life and said she is committed to

the revitalisation of Gosford city centre for the countless fl ow on benefi ts that would be generated for the broader community.

She is a volunteer board member with numerous not for profi t organisations which work toward improving conditions in Gosford for business, youth and community and has been associated with many of these for some years.

Deb has a son at university and said she would love to see greater employment and other opportunities to keep young people on the Coast as well as reduce the large

number of commuters who leave the region for work every day.

Sue Dengate fi rst moved to the Central Coast in January 1970 living at Avoca for 12 years and then Umina for the remaining time.

She is a mother to three children and has six grandchildren.

Sue has been a scuba diving instructor for 24 years and involved with various community and not for profi t groups.

Her greatest achievement has been her involvement in the Central Coast Artifi cial Reef Project and the eventual

successful scuttling of the ex HMAS Adelaide which was a 12 year battle.

Most of Sue’s professional life has revolved around business management from both an operational and HR perspective, specialising in business advice to franchisees.

With her business background Sue said she was mindful of the impact that Council decisions can have on small business and also sees the need to grow employment opportunities on the Central Coast.

Nick Hagistefanis was born and bred on the Coast with his family having owned and operated a local business since 1983.

He said he understands the importance of community and the issues we are all facing.

He and his wife Soula have two young children and are well respected for the amount of support and sponsorship they give back to the community.

Having grown up in Woy Woy, he said he would like to see more representation for the Peninsula.

Media Release, 6 Aug 2012

Lawrie McKinna, Team McKinna

Lawrie McKinna to stand for councilLawrie McKinna will head a new fi ve member independent team

contesting the upcoming Gosford Council elections.

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The artist’s impression of the proposed

Lakeside Plaza r e d e v e l o p m e n t released by architectural fi rm, Architectus, depicts an expanded Coles Supermarket along with speciality fashion and food retailers to serve The Entrance Community.

“Stages two and three of the development will include a residential tower and hotel tower, all on the one site that covers

some 21,000 sqm.The development has

been designed by one of Australia’s leading architectural fi rms to refl ect its seaside position and provide outstanding views of the ocean and lake.

The development would also provide for substantial undercover basement parking for shoppers and visitors alike.

The lofting of the towers would create an ‘Oasis’ fl oor protected from the sun and rain on the fourth level, providing pool facilities,

a day spa, restaurant and bar, surrounded by a landscaped and treed roof garden environment.

The position on the fourth fl oor of the building would offer uninterrupted views out to the lake and coast, yet would enable the roof garden to still feel part of the town.

At ground level, the piazza has been designed to become the town square, providing open space and amenities, surrounded by restaurants, cafes, hospitality venues and specialist retail that would make it popular

for day and night time entertainment and relaxation.

A proposed Novotel Hotel would comprise 220 plus rooms, an 800 seat conference and function centre, introducing The Entrance to thousands of visitors.

Both towers would be in an elliptical shape, designed to offer 360 degree views, allowing wind to pass, avoiding the down drafts associated with more conventional designs.

Lakeside Plaza proprietor Mr Bob Dunnet said “The design has been

infl uenced by studies from around Australia and internationally whereby best practice architectural designs have been ‘cherry picked’ and integrated into the design”.

The Entrance Chamber of Commerce president Mr Wes Newman said the development was positive for The Entrance.

“To get this far has been a great achievement and is very positive for The Entrance,” said Mr Newman.

“We have been working closely with the owners and their representatives

for over a year now in the development of the concept for the site”, said a spokesperson for Wyong Council Media.

“The recently adopted master plan for the entrance town centre was prepared in conjunction their concept.”

“Council has received a planning proposal for spot rezoning of the lakeside plaza site, which is currently being assed.”

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Council also resolved, at its meeting of Tuesday, August 7, to investigate funding sources to implement the actions of the master plan.

The Avoca Beach Progress Association made representations on behalf of the Avoca Beach Community to Gosford Council in 2007 with the desire for Council to prepare a master plan for the southern beach foreshore and park area around the

Surf Life Saving Club.The area is heavily utilised

but in a poor condition, and required infrastructure to support highly utilised patronage.

A number of community meetings were held and the draft master plan was placed on public exhibition twice to ensure substantial input was gained from the community in the development of the master plan.

Two public meetings took place in May 2010, when 85

people attended.At these meetings,

considerable discussion occurred in relation to the community’s needs and desires for the area.

Forty four feedback forms were also received after the meeting.

The main points of concern were the retainment of the village atmosphere and the green space, the opening up of the green space along the beach foreshore for the provision

of a walkway, the upgrade of the Southend Park car park, public toilet facilities and picnic shelter, disabled access to be considered throughout the site, an increase of opportunities to walk and cycle around Avoca to take the pressure off the parking, the retainment of parking numbers, rather than providing more, foreshore stabilisation, divert stormwater drainage from rock pool, more park furniture, garbage bins, shade trees, bicycle parking, picnic shelters and barbecues, the consideration of ‘greener’ surfaces for Southend Park car park to allow water penetration and safe pedestrian access to and from the beach.

These points were drafted into the Master Plan taking into consideration the site constraints and advice from Council’s engineers.

The draft master plan was taken to another community meeting in September 2010 of which 28 people attended

and 13 feedback forms were received.

Based on those comments, the draft master plan was amended and placed on public exhibition for the fi rst time in March last year.

Forty fi ve submissions were received on the Draft Master Plan expressing the community’s opposition and-or support for the proposal.

In addition, a number of further suggestions were provided by the community on how to improve the proposal based on local knowledge and observations.

It was suggested that the existing vehicle access ramp onto Avoca Beach be upgraded to accommodate an all abilities beach access ramp, seating and additional stepped access on to Avoca Beach be provided within the foreshore stabilisation and a viewing platform and wider footpath be provided to the east of the surf club adjacent the rock platform.

Council reviewed the master plan again based on the submissions and placed the Draft Master Plan back on public exhibition in February this year.

Eleven submissions were made on the revised draft Master Plan with substantial support from the community and a few additional suggestions.

The plan was adopted with notes to investigate the option of a permanent fi xed shelter and hard surface paving instead of tree planting and turf between the car park west of the surf club and Avoca Beach, to investigate options for stormwater harvesting and retention in Southend Park car park in additional to the use of permeable surfaces and the Vine St exit to be narrowed and a note added to install stops signs on Vine St and one way signs on Vale Ave.

Gosford Council Agenda CIT.33, 7 Aug 2012

Council adopts Avoca master planGosford Council has adopted the Avoca Beach Southern Foreshore

Master Plan following extensive community consultation.

An artist’s impression of the Avoca foreshore

The application was rejected on the grounds that the proposal was not compliant with the minimum size lot under Clause 18 of IDO No 122 and DCP 130 Subdivision of Rural and Non-Urban Land, it was inconsistent with the provisions of the draft Gosford LEP 2009 and objectives of the 7 (c2) zone and DCP 130, and the desired character

of the locality.The applicant proposed

that lots one to three have an area of 600 m2 lot four have an area of 661 m2, lot 5 have an area of 694m2 and lot six would contain the balance of the site with an area of 1.0875ha.

According to Gosford Council’s report of Tuesday, August 6, the application was identical

to that of a previously refused application.

Gosford Council Agenda ENV.71, 7 Aug 2012

Lisarow sub division application refused

Gosford Council has refused a development application for the sub division of six rural lots in Taylor Rd, Lisarow.

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There were 23 winners amongst the 54 fi nalists and fi ve businesses achieved commendation awards.

Gray said that the awards were a testament to the

strength of the industry and its operators.

“Judges commented that Kincumber Nautical Village has proven the test of time,” said Gray.

“The homes are well maintained and the residents are involved and interested in their community.

“Kincumber is a great example of how a village can fl ourish under good management.

More than 230 industry members from across NSW

assembled at the Fairmont Resort where the Awards of Excellence served as a grand fi nale to a two day conference titled Still Ahead of the Game that ran from July 23 to 25.

“I congratulate all this year’s winners, who have set excellent standards for our sector and for tourism in NSW,” Gray said.

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Kincumber Nautical Village won Best Manufactured Home Village-Estate and the Award of Excellence at the 2012 Caravan and Camping Awards of Excellence Gala Dinner, on July 25, at the

Fairmont Resort in Leura.

The work included the upgrade of the roadside drainage, replacement of the damaged embankment, installation of protection fencing and resurfacing of the affected roadway.

Council has thanked road users and local residents for their patience

while the work was undertaken.

Media Release, 3 Aug 2012

Gosford Council Media

Debenham Rd reopened

Following the completion of repairs to the road embankment on Debenham Rd at West Gosford, the road was reopened to through traffi c on Saturday, August 4.

The Open Library model is being adopted to support the fi nancial viability of the library and will be the fi rst of its kind in Australia utilising swipe card technology for member access and a Radio Frequency Identifi cation System for borrowing.

The concept is supported by local interest groups including the Kariong Progress Action Group and Kariong Library Action Group as well as Library and Youth Centre staff.

The branch library at Kariong was established in 2002.

Kariong has a population of 6200 and of this number, 1400 are registered users of Gosford City Library.

Sixty-fi ve per cent of these library members use Kariong as their main library with the majority of the remaining 35 per cent using either Erina or Woy Woy.

The present library is open Tuesday to Saturday 9:30am until 5pm for a total of 31 hours per week.

The Library will be open when the Youth Centre Offi ce is staffed, ie 10am to 6pm week days as well as three hours on Saturday

mornings.The library will be staffed

for 20 hours during this period, which will include times suitable for after school student usage.

When the Open Library is unattended, entry would be by swipe card which would be available to library members.

A CCTV and electronic registry of door access would provide for security of the library.

Gosford Council Agenda SF.20, 7 Aug 2012

New library with a new system for Kariong

Gosford City Libraries’ Kariong Branch will relocate to the Kariong Youth Centre under an Open Library model, following a decision made by Gosford councillors at Council’s meeting of Tuesday,

August 7.

Council, at its meeting on Tuesday, August 7, also requested that a presentation of proposals on how the library may link with the university be brought back to Council at the earliest possible time.

The item was considered at the Strategy-Policy Workshop held on May 29.

Council, at its meeting of March 27, resolved to progress the development of a Regional Library, additional offi ce accommodation, commercial space (including University space), car parking and associated ancillary facilities on the Council owned land north of and adjacent to the Council’s Administration

Building in Mann St.The general manager

asked councillors to confi rm their resolution to construct the new library on the site adjacent to the Council chambers, as per the resolution of Council.

During the discussion three options were canvassed: develop the site to incorporate the Regional Library, incorporate the development in option one with a development on the Council Chambers site or develop the above two sites with the third site along Georgiana Terrace.

Mayor Cr Laurie Maher confi rmed that the library should be built on the site adjacent to Council’s

Administration Building as per the original Council resolution.

The councillors did not specify what they thought should be built but did not endorse the plans that were tabled on the night which related to the previous resolution of Council.

There was agreement that a Council Committee be formed to investigate these sites and the potential for public private partnerships in the development if the cost was to exceed available funds, and to later organise for concept plans for the developments.

Gosford Council Agenda SF.15, 7 Aug 2012

Regional library project progresses

Gosford Council has resolved to place the responsibility for the City Centre Regional Library Project into the hands of the director of environment and planning as part of the city centre

team projects.

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Held at the home of Sydney Olympic Park, the Athletics Carnival was an opportunity for students with disabilities from across the state to gather and compete with their peers in an accessible carnival environment, modifi ed especially for young people with physical disabilities.

Students participated in a variety of adapted athletics and track events

including wheelchair sprints, relays, obstacle races and bean bag races, as well as adapted fi eld events such as discus and shot put.

The carnival accommodated for all levels of abilities, with students competing against each other according to their age and ability.

“Many schools and families rely on Northcott’s annual Athletics Carnivals to

provide children and young adults with a disability the opportunity to represent their schools and be able to participate in and enjoy sport on a level playing fi eld,” said Northcott Disability Services recreation worker Ms Samantha Jones.

Media Release, 6 Aug 2012

Nikki Beltran, Northcott Disability Services

Students partake in disabled

athletes’ carnival

Henry Kendall High School students participated in a uniquely adapted version of the Olympic Games at Northcott Disability Services’ annual Senior Athletics Carnival on Tuesday, August 7.

The village was lucky enough to secure Kerry’s services through the government backed Green Light project, which helps get talented people who have previously suffered workplace injury back in to the work force.

Tarragal Glen’s village manager Mr Steven Wills said he couldn’t be happier with the introduction of the new service offered at the village.

“Kerry has, without a doubt, made a positive impact to the daily lives of our residents here in The Manor.

“She has certainly hit the ground running and has made a great addition to our team.

“Kerry’s highly motivated and eager to offer residents activities to cater for all tastes and well as being committed to introducing new events to ensure that interest is maintained.

“Her positive attitude

combined with her wealth of experience has certainly already enhanced the lives of all of our residents here in the Manor.”

Since Kerry’s recent introduction to Tarragal Glen, she has created a full agenda of new and exciting events on a daily basis for the 70 residing residents aged between 76 and 96 years of age to participate in.

These activities include gentle exercise in the parklands, art classes, trivia nights, day trip excursions, movie afternoons, happy hour and even reminiscing workshops, which have been dubbed ‘show and tell’.

The families of the resident’s and residents alike have been have been happily reporting to Steve about the positive impact that the new service offering has had and how well it complements the

vibrant atmosphere and facilities at The Manor, which include an indoor pool, gym and library.

Tarragal Manor incorporates 80 one and two bedroom fully serviced spacious apartments within the Tarragal Glen Retirement Village.

Services include three meals daily, cleaning, laundry and 24 hour emergency call assistance.

“Whilst we provide a high level of service and care to our residents, we are entirely different to that of a nursing home or hostel; consider us more like a five star fully serviced hotel,” said Mr Wills.

“Kerry is such a wonderful and addition to our offering and we’re thrilled to welcome her.”

Media Release, 17 Jul 2012

Jasmine Clark, Retire Australia

New activities offi cer at

Tarragal GlenTarragal Manor’s residents have a new spring in their step thanks

to the recent arrival of Kerry Towler, the resident activities offi cer.

Evolve Wellness will specialise in helping women who have been a victim of domestic violence as well as people with financial constraints.

“The services being offered by Evolve Wellness will help people who are

struggling to rebuild their lives following major trauma,” said Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill.

“While it is sad that services like these are needed in our community, it’s heartening to know

that there is support for those who are on the long journey to recovery.

“Evolve Wellness will be actively seeking community partnerships and sponsorship to expand its services.

“I applaud Evolve

Wellness founders Tamika Dwight-Scott and Melissa Crozier for identifying this need in our community and starting this charitable venture to provide help to those who need it most.”

Media Release, 7 Aug 2012

Peter McCabe, Office of Deborah O’Neill MP

Local charityfor East Gosford

A new local charity in East Gosford was offi cially opened on Tuesday, August 7, which will provide counselling, healing and relaxation therapies to people who have suffered trauma.

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Hearing Australia Central Coast representative Mr Peter Moore.

Mr Moore was diagnosed with single sided deafness in 1950.

In the years up until 2001, he passed through high school, university, was a partner in a business on the Central Coast, sang with a musical society in Sydney for over 20 years and, on coming to the Central Coast, sang with the Central Coast Chorale and other groups.

But on February 24, 2001, his hearing went completely, and all his social activities went with it.

Better Hearing Australia became a lifeline for him and now, with bi-lateral Cochlear Implants returning his hearing, life is again rich and meaningful.

Peter volunteers with Better Hearing Australia to repay their support in the dark days of the ‘naughties’ and as he says, “I now have stereo hearing (due to the Cochlear Implants): something that I haven’t had for over 50 years”.

Following Mr Moore’s

talk, National Disability Insurance Scheme campaign director Mr John Della Bosca will then explain how the Scheme will operate and assist the hearing impaired.

Key note speaker National Acoustic Laboratories director Professor Harvey Dillon will take the fl oor from 11:25am and will speak on

new ways in which people with hearing loss can be helped.

After lunch, audience members will be invited to visit Trade Tables and the Australian Hearing Bus outside the club and chat with audiologists and hearing device suppliers.

Ambassador for ‘Don’t DIS my ABILITY’ Mr Steve Ripley will challenge

the audience with his testimony as a deaf-blind person.

Matthew Reid will conclude the day with a speech on tinnitus and hearing rehabilitation services for children and adults with complex hearing problems.

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The 10 day camp at the end of July was organised

by the Beijing Municipal Educational Commission

(BMEC), with the aim of expanding communication among Chinese and overseas students.

CCGS was the largest Australian school participant with 18 students and two staff.

“Most of the tour group hadn’t visited China before and some had never been overseas,” said accompanying teacher Belinda Ho.

“The lift off was equal parts thrilling and terrifying.

“The Camp provided an amazing opportunity for our students to experience Chinese culture as well as socialise with a diverse mix of young people in their age group from all over the world.

“The expansive Beijing University campus provided plenty of opportunities for students to mix and mingle.

“The Night of International Friendship was a particular highlight and included sampling food from participating nations,” said Ms Ho.

Students had lessons in Mandarin, Kung Fu, Tai Chi, and traditional handcrafts such as Chinese knots, painting and mask making.

There were visits to the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace and the iconic National Stadium.

The group had fun haggling over the price of exotic starfi sh and scorpion skewers at the night markets and tasting the signature dish, Peking Duck.

“CCGS was delighted when Grace Dennis Year 10 was chosen from the Australian contingent to represent Australia at the Opening Ceremony and completely ecstatic when the announcement was made that Liam Loader Year 9 had successfully auditioned for the role of hosting the Closing Ceremony; a great honour for our school and Australia,” said Ms Ho.

Liam commented: “The camp offered so many new experiences; this was just another opportunity to try something different.”

“I never imagined I’d be successful.

“I was totally overwhelmed to have been chosen.”

Ms Ho said: “I’m sure the students will look back on this opportunity to connect with Chinese and international cultures as an unforgettable experience that has increased their empathy and respect for diversity.

“While our students can gain global perspective through participation in the Student Exchange program and international tours, this was the fi rst time the school had toured to China, so it was pretty special.”

Email, 8 Aug 2012 Joan Redmond, CCGS

Grammar School visits Beijing

Central Coast Grammar School was the only school in NSW and one of only four in Australia to join students from 24 countries for a cultural glimpse of China at the 2012 International Student

Summer Camp in Beijing.

Linda Willer received an award for her selfl ess service to Point Clare students, staff and community over many years.

Bob Jeffery was recognised for his outstanding contribution to developing improved literacy skills in students through long term volunteering in the school tutoring program and Cheryl Barany for her dedication to students of Point Clare

in religious education over 20 years displaying care, concern, energy and compassion throughout.

“There are so many people making a meaningful contribution every day, but it is nice once a year to recognise people on behalf of the school community,” said principal Mr David Harris.

Newsletter, 7 Aug 2012 David Harris, Point Clare

Public School

Point Clare community

members win awards

Three members of the Point Clare Public School community won awards earlier this month at the Hunter-Central Coast

Education Week Awards Ceremony.

“At present, you might have noticed parents with prams and toddlers having to enter the school via the driveway entrance,” said principal Mr John Anderson.

“This has caused me great concern, and it’s great to know that parents will soon have a safer option.

“It’s also good to know that it will be constructed to disability standards and so be suitable for wheelchair access.”

Newsletter, 6 Aug 2012 John Anderson, Chertsey

Public School

Chertsey gets grant for pathwayChertsey Public School has been

successful in receiving a grant of $30,000 to construct a pedestrian

pathway and install a new gate and railings into the school from Willow Rd up to and past Chertseydale Cottage.

The school has decided this year to share its

vouchers with Central Mangrove Public School.

This school has far fewer students than Gosford Public and so cannot collect as many vouchers.

By advertising the donation of the vouchers, Gosford Public School has been able to collect many more than usual and now has four shopping bags crammed full of vouchers to deliver.

The vouchers will be delivered to Central Mangrove Public School at 9.15am on Wednesday, August 22.

Media Release, 7 Aug 2012

Sven Wright, DET

Gosford shares vouchers with

MangroveThe students of Gosford Public School

have been collecting Coles vouchers this year but with a different goal in mind.

EducationCoast Community News - August 13, 2012 - Page 15

Kindergarten created Lorax (The Lorax is a book by Dr Seuss. The Loraxs’ job is to Speak for the Trees) masks, Years 1 and 2 made tree collages, Year 3 and 4 constructed banners and Years 5 and 6 made paper-maché pots.

The highlight for two winning entries from each class was planting natives such as kangaroo paws and banksias at the top of Arundel Rd to beautify the area which had been cleared for recent road works along Central Coast Highway.

While the muscle was employed by the maintenance team who

prepared the ground and gave a talk on best practice, the children enjoyed getting their hands dirty planting, mulching and watering the beds.

These trees on the highway frontage will provide a pleasant outlook for the commuters who drive past the school each day.

Junior school teacher Rita Boys-Smith said: “This is the second year we have run the competition and participation has increased a hundred fold.”

“The students had a wonderful time making their projects, class time

was allocated to discuss environmental issues and families were invited to become involved too.

“Planting a tree creates a personal connection to place.

“This has proved true for last year’s winners who planted native glasses and bushes to regenerate the banks of Erina Creek, which runs through our school campus.

“The children often visit the area to check on the health of their plants and to see how much they have grown,” said Rita.

Email, 8 Aug 2012 Joan Redmond, CCGS

Grammar School celebrates Tree Day

Central Coast Grammar School celebrated the Planet Ark Schools Tree Day recently by running competitions for junior school students with the aim of fostering respect for the natural

environment and for the children to consider the vital role trees play in creating a healthy planet.

Jessica entered the Commonwealth Bank’s Be a Dollarmite contest by submitting a practical savings tip in up to 25 words.

Her winning entry was one of 50 across Australia

that took joint second prize.It read: “Keep It, Save It,

Bank It”.The iPads and $1000 for

the school will be presented by Jane Cassidy from the bank at a special assembly.

The school will use the

tablets for enrichment and learning diffi culties programs.

Media Release, 7 Aug 2012

Sven Wright, DET

Chertsey student wins ten iPads

Jessica O’Donnell of Chertsey Primary School has won 10 iPads for her school in a savings tip competition.

Laura Vilensky from Narara Valley and Bryony Beal from Merewether were chosen based on their applications for the annual program, which allows talented student leaders to experience fi rst-hand what’s involved in running a NSW Government Department and its components.

Students are assessed on their leadership experience, personal qualities, areas of

interest, and what they hope to learn if selected.

Laura’s application referred to her role as a School Prefect, and to mentoring roles in and out of school, while Bryony is a Peer Support Leader.

Laura said she was eager to learn what it took beyond study and qualifi cations to achieve a career teaching young children or teaching about healthy living and

sport. Narara Valley High

School principal Mr Andrew Eastcott said Laura had demonstrated a great capacity to balance a wide range of commitments, including school leadership and mentoring roles.

Media Release, 31 Jul 2012

Sven Wright, DET

Narara Valley student takes executive role

A Year 11 student from Narara Valley High School together with a Merewether High School student, stepped into the shoes of the Hunter Central Coast relieving regional director Mr Frank

Potter on Wednesday, August 1, as part of the Regional Executive for a Day program, an off-shoot of the statewide Director-General for a Day program.

The members of the band played a half hour concert for the entertainment of residents.

Many of the audience clapped along and tapped

their feet in time to the tunes and one elderly lady exclaimed “I love this!”

The students enjoyed some time to chat afterwards, with Daniel

Omayao commenting “It’s great to see the sense of humour they have”.

Newsletter, 9 Aug 2012 Wayne Parks, Green Point

Christian College

School band performs for the elderly

Members of the Green Point Christian College band performed for members of the Woodport nursing Home on Thursday, August 2.

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Head ranger Ms Karen Anderson said “Male emus incubate the eggs for two months so we had been expecting daddy emu to emerge with them”.

“Two weeks ago, daddy emu brought his brood of six to meet amazed staff and visitors.

“He can be very fi erce in protecting his hatchlings, but doesn’t mind us looking after them for him, so our rangers have taken over the job for him and have been

busily providing around the clock care.

“Daddy emu makes a nest of leaves in the bush all ready to incubate the eggs for two months, hardly eating or drinking anything during this time.

“Once the eggs hatch, it’s his job for six months to teach these chicks everything he knows about fi nding food and water.

“The chicks are cute with their cream and brown stripes and have already

doubled their hatched weight.

“By the time they are seven months, they will lose this camoufl age and look just like dad.

“All the other emus have been keeping a watchful eye on the chicks, often poking their heads over the fence to see the new arrivals,” she said.

Media Release, 7 Aug 2012

Jill Perry, Australian Walkabout Wildlife Park

Emu chicks born in wildlife park

Six emu chicks have been born at the Australian Walkabout Wildlife Park in Calga.

New statistics from the NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOSCAR) show assaults in registered clubs on the Central Coast have decreased from their peak of 161 in 2004, to 85 incidents last year.

The number of incidents at clubs state-wide is also down more than 44 per cent since the 2004 peak.

ClubsNSW chairman Mr Peter Newell met with local clubs at Gosford RSL on Thursday, August 9, to discuss the measures introduced that have proved so successful in driving down incident rates.

“Local clubs have done an outstanding job over the past decade reducing poor behaviour.

“By taking a tough, zero tolerance approach to anti-social behaviour, the message has been well and truly heard by those who previously thought it was acceptable to play up at their local club.

“Clubs pride themselves

on being family friendly venues, as well as a home to local community groups and charity meetings.

“The decision to invest in high profi le security has certainly helped local clubs weed out the trouble makers.

“I’m also impressed by the tough penalties clubs have been issuing to anyone who has misbehaved at their local club.

“Once a few hoons have had their membership torn up and issued 12 month suspensions, word quickly spreads that clubs are no place to indulge in drunken misbehaviour.

“Local clubs have also invested in safety measures such as enhanced lighting, better parking facilities and responsible service of alcohol training for bar staff which has helped to signifi cantly reduce the number of incidents.

“Some of the credit for the fall in incidents must also go to local police who have worked closely with clubs to develop measures that

target those who think its ok to play up at their local club.

“Clubs feel confi dent contacting the police, knowing their concern will be taken seriously and also as a priority.

“You only need to look at just how many families and young women are now visiting their local club to see that clubs’ zero tolerance approach to misbehaviour is having the desired effect,” said Mr Newell.

Gosford RSL Club operations manager Mr Peter Hall said the club had installed an extra 15 cameras, employed their own security and given extra staff training to ensure security was well beyond industry requirements.

‘’The directors are also taking a sterner line and we don’t have a lot of dramas here because of our tight procedures; people know we don’t tolerate misbehaviour.”

Media Release, 8 Aug 2012

Anita Balalovski, Clubs NSW

Club assaults down by nearly 50%

The number of assaults in clubs on the Central Coast has fallen more than 47 per cent since its peak in 2004 thanks to the industry’s zero tolerance approach to misbehaviour.

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Considering it was winter, Brackets and Jam organisors said they were extremely happy with the turnout of around 150 people.

Spokeperson Mr Noel Plummer said that “numbers normally drop a little in winter, but we are trying a few new ideas to entice people along during the colder months”.

“For the fi rst time, we trialled an outdoor heater for those that like to be outside on the veranda and this proved very popular.

“This year, we have revamped the musical line-up and this has also proven very popular, our aim being to make our Brackets and Jam nights as irresistible as possible to get people out at this time of year.

“Once there, patrons fi nd it is not as cold as they feared, especially those that are compelled by the music to get up and dance and at our last event almost everyone was up dancing.

“We had great music

created by the amazing multi-instrumental talents of Deter Moore and Paul Robert Burton, this was only the third time these two

musical geniuses had played together, something which should have happened a long time ago but hopefully will many times in the future.

“All the musicians playing

on the night were local, from the Central Coast except for the Ollie Moylette Trio who had come up from Bondi who also people could not

resist to dance to. “Also playing were David

J Bull, who teaches guitar in Woy Woy, and Chris Brookes.

“One thing I can always

say about Brackets and Jam events is that the musicians always have a great time playing for us as our audience is always

very enthusiast, plus they love the venue,” said Mr Plummer.

Email, 9 Aug 2012 Noel Plummer,

Brackets and Jam

Brackets and JamBrackets and Jam’s regular monthly music event was held on

Friday, August 3, in the mud brick kiosk on Kincumba Mountain.

“Both the Reptile Park and Glenworth Valley Horse Riding are iconic Central Coast tourist attractions,” said Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O’Neill.

“This funding will go towards making these facilities even more popular, attracting more visitors to our region and pouring more dollars into our local economy,” she said.

More than $63,000 will go to the Reptile Park to help design and build a Reptilian Adventure Playground.

An attraction within an attraction, the Reptilian Adventure Playground will feature a Ball Python tail slippery dip, frog rocking features, interpretive walls with games and activities and a climb on kangaroo sculpture.

One hundred and ten thousand dollars will go towards Glenworth Valley Horse Riding’s Outdoor Adventures Eco-Cabin Development

Glenworth Valley Outdoor Adventures will diversify and enhance its tourism product by introducing innovative

eco-wilderness cabins.As Australia’s largest

outdoor adventure centre, GVOA welcomes 83,000 visitors annually.

The cabins will increase overnight visitation by up to 20 per cent, bringing much needed economic and employment outcomes for the Central Coast.

Ms O’Neill said the projects would contribute to the Australian Government’s priorities for building tourism industry resilience, productivity and quality.

“A thriving tourism industry is at the heart of a healthy Central Coast economy,” she said.

“Both the Reptile Park and Glenworth Valley Horse Riding attract domestic and international travellers.

“Once completed, these new projects will provide an enhanced tourism experience both for fi rst time and frequent visitors,” said Ms O’Neill.

Media Release, 8 Aug 2012

Peter McCabe, Offi ce of Deborah O’Neill MP

Federal funding for reptile and

horse projects

The Australian Reptile Park and Glenworth Valley Horse Riding Pty Ltd will receive funding as part of a package of 77

innovative tourism projects across Australia to be supported by the Gillard Government.

The festival will include a family outdoor movie night at Kincumber Primary School on Saturday, September 8, a free community picnic with fun and games for children on Sunday, September 9, on Kincumba Mountain, a dinner dance at the Kincumber Hotel on Tuesday, September 11,

Live and Local at Lizottes on the Wednesday night, a Heritage Walk on the Friday and the big event on the

Saturday.There will be

entertainment, rides, a children’s corner with craft

and storytelling and lots more at Waterford Village and the Youth Centre.

Email, 27 Jul 2-12 June Galea,

Kincumber and DistrictNeighbourhood Centre

Kincumber FestivalKincumber is gearing up for a week of festivities leading up to the

Kincumber Festival’s 10th anniversary on Saturday, September 15.

ArtPoint Clare

Arts & CraftsWed - Adult Art ClassApproaches to Visual Arts, supported by History of Art, to develop your own styleWed & Frid - AdultsBunka Embroid, Cards, Crotchet, Cross Stitch or bring your own $3/sessionPoint Clare Community Hall10am - 12noon

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Central Coast Art Society

Bringing together artists and interested people for lectures, demonstrations

and discussion.Weekly paint-outs each Tuesday - Call 4349 5860 for locationsWorkshops - 4363 1820 - 9.30am - 12.30pm 1st and 3rd Wed and Social Meetings 1.30pm 4th Wed at Gosford City Arts Centre. Demo by Guest artist E: publicity@artcentralcoast.asn.au

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Community GroupsABC

“The Friends” Support group for Public Broadcaster.Aims. safeguard ABC’s independence, adequate funding, high standards.Meetings through the year + social afternoonsWell-known guest speakers

4341 5170

Rotary Club of Kariong/Somersby

This international service club exists to improve lives of communities in Australia and other countries. Join us for fun-fi lled activities, fellowship and friendship at breakfast at Phillip House, 21 Old Mount Penang Rd (opp Shell) - Fri 7:15am

4340 4529kersuebay@philliphouse.

com.au

Wyoming Community Centre

Local community cente that provides a wide

range of programs and activities incl. Tai Chi, Yoga, Zumba, Blokes

Breakfast’s, Community Markets, Out of School

Hours Care, Play Groups . 4323 7483

manager@wyomingcc.org.au

Kincumber Neighbourhood

Centre • Personal development• Community Garden• Counselling• Meditation• Support Groups

• Friendship Groups• Music and Movement for under 5• Rooms for hire

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Computer GroupsAACC Computer

Club Inc. www.aacc.asn.au

Help with all Computing problems, Program demos + Q&A sessions2nd Wed Windows, 7 - 10pmNarara Valley High SchoolFountains Road, Narara3rdWed,L inux9.30am-12.30pm @ East Gosford Progress Hall 4th Thur, Social + Windows 12.15 – 3.15pm @ East Gosford Progress Hall - Cnr Webb Rd & Henry Parry Drive E:secretary@aacc.asn.au

4362 1918 or 4324 2740

Seniors Computer Club Central Coast

Inc. Beginners classes for PC or Mac held Mon or Tues. Also classes Mon to Fri for most programs – see website. All classes are 10am – 12md or 1pm - 3pm at Kincumber & District Neighbourhood Centre. Monthly Meetings with Guest Speaker held at Kincumber Hotel 1st Monday of Month.

4369 2530

Health GroupsAsbestos Diseases

Found. of Aust. Central Coast Asbestos

Diseases Support (CCADS)

The diagnosis of an asbestos disease can be devastating. We provide information, advocacy and knowledge that you are not alone, a safe environment for expressing fears, a positive atmosphere and humour. Ourimbah RSL 4th Wed

4344 4489

Meals on Wheels Delivered meals and fl exible food options for people with a functional disability

4382 9401

Prostate Cancer Foundation of Aust. Central Coast GroupMeetings last FriTerrigal Uniting Church Hall - Terrigal Drive, Terrigal

- 9.30am to 12 noon 4367 9600

History GroupsBrisbane Water

Historical Society)• Coach tours• School educational tours• Annual Street Stalls• Participation in HistoryHeritage Week Celebration

Margaret Pearce4325 2270

Fellowship of First Fleeters Central Coast For anyone

interested in early history or early family histories. You don’t need to be a First Fleeter to attend.

Wyong RSL Club 2nd Sat 10:30am 4323 1849

Central Coast Family History Society Inc.

All the resources, information and advice needed to study your family’s history are available through the Society at 8 Russell Drysdale St, East Gosford. or www.centralcoastfhs.org.au Meet 1st Sat 1pm Lions Community Hall E Gosford

4324 5164

MusicCentral CoastConcert Band

Every Tues 7:15 - 9:30pmCommunity playouts with four concerts a year at Laycock St Theatre.

0407 894 560or 0411 272 640

Soundwaves Men’s acapella 4 part

harmony chorus - for all ages, all welcome

7:00pm Mon Central Coast Leagues Club

0405 030 945randtbale@bigpond.com

Political PartyCentral Coast Greens

Central Coast branch of Geens NSW, active regarding ecological sustainability, social and economic justice, peace and non-violence, grassroots

democracy and getting Greens elected

3rd Thur, centrally on the Coastcentralcoast.nsw.greens.org.aucentralcoastgreens@gmail.com

Probus ClubsProbus Club of Avoca Come along and hear interesting guest speakers, make new friends and join us in our social activities.10am 3rd Mon Avoca

Beach Bowling Club4368 6157 4384 3741

Probus Club of Brisbane Water

(Gosford)The club with a family atmosphere, Guest speakers, outings, fun and fellowship.1st Wed - Legacy House, Opp Gosford Swimming Centre.4340 0071 4365 0044

Probus Club ErinaInvites retirees and visitors to enjoy the fellowship and friendship of our club. 10:30am 2nd Tues Tarragal Glen Country Club, 110 Karalta Rd, Erina

4360 1441

Probus Club Nth Gosford

For retirees who seek companionship and intellectual stimulus, fun and fellowship through outings. 4th Tues Central Coast Leagues Club 10am4324 8898 4365 4208

Ourimbah combined Probus Club

Our mixed friendly club welcomes new members. We have interesting guest speakers and have varied activities. Make new friends.Check out our website www.probussouthpacifi c.org/pcourimbahMonthly meetings First Wed 10am Niagara Park Community Centre

4332 1538

Terrigal Ladies Probus Club

For retired ladies seeking companionship & to listen to interesting guest speakers and participate in social activities. Rotary Hall, Duffy’s Rd Terrigal - 1st Mon 1.30pm

4385 3395

Probus Club West Gosford

For retired or semi retired people to enjoy friendships, lunches, outings & trips.2nd Thur Narara Community Centre, 2 Pandala Rd Narara 10am

4362 7227

Public SpeakingCoastal

Communicators Toastmasters Club

Helps you develop confi dence by improving your speaking skills - make fun and encouragement a part of the learning. Meetings are entertaining and educational with an enthusiastic and supportive membership. 1st and 3rd Sats Avoca Beach Bowling Club 11am. 4341 6843

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Gosford City Toastmasters

Providing a supportive and positive learning environment to enable individuals to develop oral communication and leadership skills.2nd & 4th Thurs, Gosford Bowling Club

4340 1929emcloon@bigpond.net.au

Special Interest Central Coast

Amateur Radio Club Do you wish to join the world wide hobby of Amatuer Radio? Dandaloo St, Kariong Saturdays 11am to 4pm

4340 2500ccarc@ccarc.org.au

Australasian Native Orchid Society

Dedicated to the cultivation and conservation oof Aust Native Orchids. 2nd Wed, Narara Community Centre, 2 Pandala Rd Narara - 8pm

4340 5157

Central Coast Handweavers,

Spinners and Textile Arts Guild

Spinning and weaving, patchwork and quilting felting and other fi bre and fabric crafts - Workshops and Community quiting bees - Day and Night Groups

4325 4743www.centralcoasthsguild.

org.au

Central Coast Campus Friends Inc

Promotes post school learning to improve life for individuals and the Central Coast community: Advocacy, Dinners, Discussions, Speakers, Awards, Newsletters and Special Projects

4324 0023sonhopk@bigpond.net.au

Gosford Business Improvement DistrictGBID aims to make Gosford a safer, cleaner, commercially vibrant, attractive regional city through regular festivals and events, mthly markets, beautifi cation and business retention projects.Markets held 2nd Sat & seasonal events throughout the year. 200 Mann St Gosford

4322 7726info@gosford.com.au

Indoor Bowls Mixed Social

Central Coast Leagues Club - 5 sessions weekly4363 2360 43686811

Women’s GroupsGirl Guides

The largest female organisation in the World.Women 18 + needed for leadership & admin roles. Make a contribution to the young women of tomorrow, share your skills and make new friends. No previous experience required, full training available.

4328 3247

Gosford RSL Ladies Indoor Bowls Wanted Women to join our social indoor bowls

Frid 10am - 2pm RSL Club4344 5812

0412 773 441

Gosford RSLSub-Branch

Women’s Auxiliary For women over 18 years.We raise money for the welfare of veterans and their families. RSL Club West Gosford 4th Mon 2pm

4323 7336

Inner Wheel Club of Gosford North

Women making a difference with friendship, personal service and international understanding. Social activities combined with fund raising for local, national and international projects. 2nd Wed 7pm Phillip House Karionggosfordnorthiw@live.com.

au4324 7176

Soroptimist International

SI is a dynamic organisation for professional and business women, through advocacy, awareness and action. 2nd Thur 6:45pm - Breakers Country Club, Dover Rd Wamberalsibrisbanewater@siswp.

org 4367 6331

Kincumber View Club

For ladies looking for a place to make friends.4th Tues Davistown RSL Club 11am Interesting speakers & a delicious lunch, bus trips, movie days, luncheons and home functions.

4369 7363

Terrigal View ClubLuncheon meeting followed by a guest speaker 1st Wed, other activities, outings and functions monthly, visitors welcomeBreakers Club Dover Rd Wamberal

4358 5500

Not for Profi t Organisations Directory

If you would like your Community Organisation listed here, see

www.duckscrossing.org/publications.html

for the forms or contact COAST Community News on

4325 7369

Directory Page 18 - August 13, 2012 - Coast Community News

Coast Community News - August 13, 2012 - Page 19 Out & About

The Gosford DiaryThe Gosford DiaryThe Gosford DiaryThe Gosford Diary

If you’ve got something happening in Gosford LGA area over the next few weeks, let us know about it and we’ll list it here for you, for free. Contact details are on page 2.

Tuesday August 14NSW Boys PSSA Touch

carnival, Adcock Park, West Gosford

Wednesday August 15

Bus trip to Archibald Prize Exhibition, Newcastle Gallery, depart Gosford Gallery at 8:30am

Friday August 17Battle of the Bands Heat

one, The Hub, Erina Fair

Saturday August 18JellyFish-100th gig party,

Jacks Bar and Grill, 8:30-11:45pm

Friends of the ABC State Conference, Quality Inn The Willows, Wyoming

Sunday August 19Handmade Craft Market,

Bridgecoast Stadium, Terrigal, 9:30am-2:30pm

Monday August 20Gosford waterfront Action

Group Public Meeting, Green Point Community Centre

Wednesday August 22Hearing Awareness Expo,

Central Coast Leagues Club, 9:30am-3:30pm

Thursday August 23Central Coast Myeloma

Support Group, Central Coast League Club, 6-8pm

Friday August 24Crossroads Festival,

Brentwood Village, Kincumber

Staged Play Reading, Uniting Church Hall, 7:30pm, free

Saturday August 26The 5lands Experience

featuring The Prophets, The Rhythm Hut, 6:30pm

Wednesday August 29Gosford Bush Poets,

Gosford Hotel, 7pm

Thursday August 30Day of Action Against

Sexual Assault, Kibble Park, Gosford, 11pm-1:30pm. free

Friday August 31Friends of the ABC

meeting, Central Coast Leagues Club

Saturday Sept 1Electric Blues Jam,

Central Coast Hotel, 2-5pmTerrigal 50+ Leisure and

Learning Centre Fete, Duffys Rd, Terrigal, 8am-12pm

NSW State Government’s Green Paper planning forum, Central Coast Leagues Club, 10am-11am

North India Classical Music Concert, Circle of Life, East Gosford, 7pm

Thursday Sept 6Gosford Hospital Auxiliary

stall, 9am-2pm

Saturday September 8French Country Market,

Beach Farm KincumberSelf Defence Krav Maga

Essentials seminar, The Hive, Erina, 12-2pm

Wednesday Sept 12 Community mobile oral

health service, University Central Coast Campus (Ourimbah), 9:30-4, free

Saturday September 15

Kincumber Festival

Thursday October 4Gosford Hospital

Auxiliary stall, 9am-2pm

For events in post code areas 2250, 2260 and 2251 - See the Peninsula News for events in post code areas 2256 & 2257

Sunday 19th

August

On Friday, August 24, a Pre-Festival recital will be held at Brentwood Village from 2pm featuring Best Australian Pianist James Guan from the 2012 Sydney International Piano Competition joined with violinist Harry Ward.

The Festival will kick off on Saturday, August 25, from 11am at Greenway

Chapel with Voices of Gold followed by Viola and all his Friends at 2:30pm.

On the Sunday, Sleepless in Leipzig will start the day from 11am at Greenway followed by Affronting Seas at 2:30pm.

Email, 9 Aug 2012 Ruth Donnelly, Australian

String Academy

Crossroads Festival

The fi fth annual Crossroads Festival will be held from August 24 to 26 at Brentwood Village in Kincumber and

Greenway Chapel in Green Point.

The Conference will include three guest presentations on the Saturday.

These will be open to all FABC members as well as to the general public.

From 9:30am on Saturday morning, there will be an ABC Management presentation by ABC corporate planning director Mr Michael Millett followed by a Q and A session.

The session will discuss

where the ABC is headed in the next 10 years.

After lunch, Quentin Dempster will present views on behalf of ABC staff regarding the implications for ABC staff of management’s “vision” and how they feel about it.

Distinguished foreign correspondent Ms Linda Mottram, who is currently the presenter of Mornings on 702, will be the after-dinner speaker on Saturday.

A Central Coast resident, Linda is one of the ABC’s most respected journalists, with a career spanning 15 years.

She has experience in newspapers and television but has spent most of her working life with ABC Radio.

Linda’s achievements include a Walkley Award for radio current affairs journalism for her coverage of the Kosovo confl ict.

She has worked as

a federal parliamentary reporter, a reporter on Australian affairs for Radio Australia and a foreign correspondent in the Middle East, in Russia and in the Balkans.

Two delegates per branch are funded by the NSW FABC Committee.

On Sunday Morning, there will be branch presentations and a discussion of the proceedings of the previous day.

Media Release, 6 Jul 2012

Klaas Woldring, FABC

FABC State Conference at Wyoming

The Central Coast branch of the Friends of the ABC will be hosting the biennial State Conference at the Quality Inn The Willows, Wyoming, on August 18 and 19.

Bands will be competing for a range of prizes including thousands of dollars worth of Macron Music vouchers, a day of recording with Caravan Records, a sound equipment package and a range of artist development opportunities.

Previous winners include Central Coast success story, Sons of Alamo, who have gone on to launch an

album, perform at the 2012 Big Day Out, make the Semi Finals of the International Emergenza Festival and win fi rst place at Youth Tunes 2011.

The Hub’s Youth Centre coordinator Mr Steve Knee said this year’s Competition was set to be one of the biggest yet.

“The Battle of the Bands competition has continued

to grow in popularity since it began eight years ago.

“It gives up and coming musicians the opportunity to win some amazing prizes while gaining exposure and performing in a state of the art venue.

“We are also encouraging audiences to get involved this year by voting for their favorite band.

“The band with the

Battle of the BandsRegistrations are now open for the 2012 Battle of the Bands

competition with Heat One kicking off on Friday, August 17, at The Hub Youth Entertainment Venue, Erina Fair.

most votes by the end of the Competition will be named the People’s Choice and awarded a sound equipment package to the value of $4000.

“There will also be some great door prizes at each performance with Erina Fair vouchers and movie tickets up for grabs,” Mr Knee said.

Battle of the Bands is open to school students of any skill level.

A heat is held every month with up to four bands competing in each heat.

The winners of each heat will go into the Semi Final held in November, with the Grand Final to take place in December.

Battle of the Bands performances will be at The Hub, Erina Fair from 6.30pm.

Media Release, 30 Jul 2012

Gosford Council Media

Glen Donnelly and Paul Silverthorne

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This year, the market will feature new stalls with more French wares, such as vintage linens and collectables, textiles sourced in Tunisa and shown in Australia for the fi rst time, fresh fl owers, French cheeses, handmade chocolate, wine, olives, French country inspired ceramics, kitchen wares and socks and leggings from France.

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The students have been decorating soup bowls and mugs for presentation to the St Vincent de Paul Society as part of national effort to support the charity and demonstrate the students’ abilities to the community.

Girrakool’s art teacher Ms Helen Culleton said the students and the community benefi t.

“Becoming involved in, organising and creating art has proved very effective in supporting the students’ self-esteem,” said Ms Culleton.

“The students gain a very positive outlook when they create art, especially when it is so valued by the recipients, in this case St Vincent de Paul.

“The project gives the community an idea of what the students can contribute, and as this perception grows, so do the opportunities for the students, whether in community work, training or employment.”

Media Release, 3 Aug 2012

Helen Culleton, Girrakool School

Young offenders give back to the communityArt is giving students at the Girrakool School, attached to the

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Mr Campbell has been well known to ABC TV viewers since he co-presented The Investigators program in 1987-1988.

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Eric Campbell to speak at Leagues Club

One of the ABC’s most versatile and experienced correspondents, Mr Eric Campbell will appear at the Central Coast Leagues Club on Friday, August 31, to speak to the Friends of the ABC.

He was involved in tracking polar bears in the Arctic, fi lming at secret military bases in Central Russia and travelling by sled with nomadic reindeer herders in Siberia.

In 1999, he won a New York Television Festival Award for environmental reporting and was a fi nalist in the Australian Walkley Awards for his coverage of the war and humanitarian crisis in Kosovo.

In 2000, he returned to Sydney to be a reporter-producer for ABC TV’s award-winning Foreign Correspondent program.

He has also reported for other ABC programs including the 7.30 Report, Lateline and Quantum.

Eric speaks some German, French and Russian and is learning Mandarin.

In 2005, his book, Absurdistan, was published, documenting the highs and lows of being a reporter in some of the strangest, most dysfunctional places.

Media Release, 31 Jul 2012

Klaas Woldring, FABC

Sport Page 22 - August 13, 2012 - Coast Community News

An icy day plagued by light showers

and drizzle dampened the spirits of the fi nal of the Club Triples for 2012 at Avoca Beach Bowling Club on Tuesday, July 24.

Ida Gill, Alice Diamond and Robyn Schram played Deirdre Windshuttel, Jan Kenny and Ann Bates.

An early lead by Deirdre’s team of 9-0 had Ida’s side on the defensive.

Soft raindrops grew heavier and forced an hour’s stoppage as players waited for the weather to clear.

On return to the greens, Ida’s team began clawing back and were soon matching their opponents bowl by bowl.

On the 21st end, the score was 17–17 and another nail-biting end had to be endured.

Email, 2 Aug 2012 Noelene Hopper, Avoca

Beach Women’s Bowling Club

Weather affects Avoca bowls fi nal

Jan Kenny, Ann Bates, Deirdre Windshuttel, Ida Gill, Alice Diamond and Robyn Schram

“This situation further highlighted the fl aws in the current Provincial tracks maintenance scheme funding model, and the tremendous job the track staff at Gosford Race Club continue to do,” said Gosford Race Club CEO Mr James Heddo.

“Under the current Provincial tracks maintenance scheme, $2 million is distributed across the fi ve Provincial tracks based solely on the number of starters generated from each training precinct.

Under this model, the following payments were received in the 2010/2011 fi nancial year.

Newcastle: $686,200Hawkesbury: $386,600Kembla: $342,200Wyong: $327,600Gosford: $257,400It is expected a similar

spread of payments for track maintenance will be distributed for 2011-2102.

“During the last twelve months, the Gosford Race Club hosted a Newcastle meeting, a Kembla meeting on 48 hours notice when they had received heavy rain, plus fi ve transferred ATC Meetings,” stated Heddo.

“In addition to that, we have run nine sets of barrier trials, which, it should be noted, are held on our course proper.”

At the barrier trials conducted at Gosford on June 26, of the 55 nominated horses only three were from Gosford.

Likewise, at the trials conducted at Gosford on June 30, of the 75 nominated horses, only 10 were from Gosford.

“We have always put the Industry fi rst at Gosford, and we have agreed to put on this extra set of barrier trials at Gosford to assist trainers and owners mostly from other racecourses prepare their horses for racing.

“Whilst we will receive nomination fees from these trials, expenses include jockey fees and insurance, ambulance, vet and farrier fees as well as additional

staff fees so we generally end up in a break even situation.

“You cannot put a price though on the wear and tear being received by our course proper.”

Adding to the costs is the recent decision to ban marker pegs from being used at barrier trials, meaning that for Clubs like Gosford that use the course proper for barrier trials additional rail shifts are required, which are time consuming, but necessary.

“I have put forward a proposal to both the Provincial Association and Racing NSW for a set fee being paid per square metre of track provided for racing and training, based on an increased funding distribution of $3 million.

“My argument remains that the cost of the maintenance of each Clubs racing and training surfaces does not vary greatly regardless of how many locally trained gallopers are produced to start at other tracks.

“The current funding model has served the industry well for many years but I feel strongly that now is the time to look at alternatives that are simple, transparent and easy to administer.

“I realise Racing NSW are working hard on a new Strategic Plan that may include a new Intra Code funding model of which a Tracks Maintenance Funding Scheme will no doubt be a part of, and I am looking forward to the release of that document.

“The Gosford Race Club track and grounds staff, led by our racecourse manager Steve Scollard, does a tremendous job in maintaining our racing and training tracks and we will continue to work hard to provide the best racing and training surfaces possible.”

Media Release, 30 Jul 2012

James Heddo, Gosford Race Club

Race clubs calls for improvement

to funding arrangements

At the request of Racing NSW, Gosford Race Club agreed to schedule an additional set of barrier trials on

Monday, July 30, after both Newcastle and Wyong were unable to offer these trials for various reasons.

The NSW Boys PSSA Touch Carnival will be

held at Adcock Park, West Gosford, from Tuesday, August 14, to Thursday, August 16.

Games will start at 9am with the fi nal to be held at 12pm on Thursday.

The carnival involves the best 12 year old boys from NSW, from Albur, to Tweed Heads to Broken Hill.

There are 13 teams, 11 state school regions, two catholic regions and a team from Combined Independent Schools.

Email, 4 Aug 2012 John Rocher, NSW Boys

PSSA Touch Carnival

In the U12s Open A category, Green Point Christian College defeated Avoca Public School 22-6.

NSW Rugby League general manager Mr Geoff Carr congratulated all competitors on their performances and sportsmanship.

“We have seen some terrifi c football across the last few days with some of the state’s top future talent on display,” Mr Carr said.

“This annual tournament is the biggest of its kind in Australia and brings schools from all over NSW to compete for the right to be crowned state champions.

“The event can be quite a feat to prepare for and it is important that we acknowledge all those who

assisted us with putting it together and importantly also our principal sponsor Origin.”

Open to NSW schools that qualifi ed by winning their local area All Schools Gala Day, students travelled from as far as Coffs Harbour, Tamworth and Taree to compete against local schools from across greater Sydney.

The three-day competition took place across four western Sydney venues, St Marys Leagues Stadium, Hickeys Lane Oval, the Kingsway and Whalan Reserve.

Media Release, 3 Aug 2012

Anna Wallin, National Rugby League Limited

Green Point and Avoca meet at League

carnivalTwo Gosford LGA schools competed in the 68th Annual Origin All

Schools Rugby League Carnival held late last month.

State PSSA Touch

Carnival

SportCoast Community News - August 13, 2012 - Page 23

APPROX. TIME LAG AFTER FORT DENISONEttalong 40 min, Rip Bridge 2hrs - Wisemans Ferry 2 hrs 30 min, Koolewong 2 hrs 10 min

In view of the variations caused by local conditions and meteorological effects, these times are approximate and must be considered as a guide only. They are not to be relied on for critical depth calculations for safe navigation. Actual times of High and Low Water may occur before or after the times indicated

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

WED - 220504 - 0.281127 - 1.611741 - 0.382344 - 1.45

THU - 230550 - 0.361220 - 1.601844 - 0.44

FRI - 240042 - 1.330643 - 0.441319 - 1.581957 - 0.48

TUE - 210422 - 0.231039 - 1.601645 - 0.342252 - 1.58

FRI - 170003 - 0.510552 - 1.181127 - 0.561800 - 1.60

TUE - 140003 - 0.510552 - 1.181127 - 0.561800 - 1.60

SAT - 250150 - 1.220745 - 0.501427 - 1.582117 - 0.47

SAT - 180230 - 0.230831 - 1.451420 - 0.332041 - 1.78

WED - 150003 - 0.510552 - 1.181127 - 0.561800 - 1.60

SUN - 260310 - 1.180856 - 0.521539 - 1.612232 - 0.42

SUN - 190305 - 0.200912 - 1.511505 - 0.312122 - 1.75

MON - 200343 - 0.200954 - 1.571553 - 0.312206 - 1.68

MON - 270428 - 1.201007 - 0.501647 - 1.662335 - 0.35

THU - 160003 - 0.510552 - 1.181127 - 0.561800 - 1.60

MON - 130500 - 1.131034 - 0.611714 - 1.53

Time - Height(m) Time - Height(m) Time - Height(m)

TIDE CHARTTIDE CHART(Fort Denison) (Fort Denison)

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For the seventh year Randwick

Botany relegated arch rival Sydney University into second place in an exciting open men’s 4x4km NSW Road Relay Championship at Ourimbah on Saturday, July 7.

Despite pushing Randwick Botany to the limit in recent years Sydney Uni, surprisingly, has only won the race once in 2005.

But off-road runner Russell Dessaix-Chin kept hope alive when he took Uni to the lead on the second leg.

Dessaix-Chin, 34, has been at the top of the tree for more than 10 years, setting a half marathon PB in 2002 and a 5km PB on the road as recently as 2010.

On Saturday he powered around the course in 11 minutes 34 seconds, the second fastest split of the day, bettered only by Randwick Botany’s Olympics bound Jeff Hunt (11:20).

For Hunt leading Randwick Botany home in a total time of 46 minutes 27 seconds to Sydney Uni’s 46:59 was a fi tting warm-up before running in the London Marathon in three weeks time.

David Byrne had given Randwick Botany the lead at the fi rst change and 2009 World Championship representative Jeremy Roff regained it on the third leg with a mighty 11 minute 35 second split.

UTS Norths (48 minutes 14 seconds) gave plenty of cheek early with 2010 national 800m champion James Kaan splitting in 11:51 to change in second place.

Despite running his team’s fastest split (11:43) James Connor could not hold off Deassaix-Chin and UTS Norths slipped to third, a position they held until the fi nish.

Sydney Uni demonstrated its tremendous depth in distance running with its B team fi nishing a close-up fourth in 49 minutes 39 seconds with veteran Ben Liddy running the fastest split of 11 minutes 55 seconds.

UTS Norths won its fi rst ever open women’s 4x4km NSW Road Relay Championship, cruising home more than two and half minutes ahead of their nearest rival Athletics East.

Miranda Middleton ran her team’s fastest split, 14 minutes 21 seconds, to give UTS Norths a narrow lead over Hills District’s Sarah Marvin (14:28) and Kembla

Joggers’ Kasey Mumby (14:32) at the fi rst change-over.

Hills dropped out of the picture on the second leg but Kembla’s Lorraine Hince ran a tremendous split of 14:36 to grab the lead from UTS Norths’ Liana Eckert (14:49) just before the second change-over.

But after that Kembla’s challenge faded and UTS Norths Katie Haines (15:01) stormed back into the lead and they were never threatened again with Charlotte Wilson strolling home the fi nal leg in 14:23.

“We’re just glad to be part of history,’’ Eckert said after the medal presentation.

After the race Wilson was fl ooded with a great sense of relief.

Twelve months ago she lead out a strong UTS Norths team in the U20 women’s relay but fell and badly injured her ankle early in the race.

To win a gold medal on Saturday gave her a great sense of satisfaction.

UTS Norths’ winning time was 58 minutes 34 with Athletics East second in 61:16.

Sydney Uni’s Milly Clark ran the fastest split of the day (13:59) to drag her team from fi fth to third on the fi nal leg for a total team time of 61:46.

Randwick Botany win Randwick Botany win 4x4Km state title4x4Km state title

by Ron Bendall and David Tarbottonby Ron Bendall and David Tarbotton

Photo: James KaanPhoto: James Kaan

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Slingsby wins Olympic gold

by Rod Allen

Tom Slingsby of Gosford won

Australia’s fi rst individual gold medal in the men’s Laser class sailing event at the London 2012 Olympics on Monday, August 6.

Slingsby fi nished how he started the Olympic competition: in total control.

The 27-year-old Gosford boy erased his demons from Beijing, where he also entered the Olympics as a raging favourite, only to fi nish in a disappointing 22nd place.

This time it went to script as he made the blue water of Weymouth his own, totally dominating the event with four wins and three seconds from the ten fl eet

races.“The Olympics is a

dream,” said Slingsby. “It is the pinnacle of the

sport and right now I am the happiest man on the planet.

“This is the best feeling in the world.

“I worked for 12 years to get to here and I put everything I had into it.

“Last time, I put in so

much hard work and came away with nothing, and this time I put in more work and look at me now,” said Slingsby.

Slingsby, who started sailing at the age of eight, said his fi rst gold medal had him deeply back in love with sailing and looking forward to the future.

“If I did not do well at this Olympics I would have

hung up the shoes,” said Slingsby.

“I am so proud to have done it with (my family) watching,” said Slingsby.

Parents Mavis and David, his twin sisters, girlfriend and another half a dozen close friends were perched on the Nothe with another 20,000 spectators cheering him on.

Kontides had to beat

Slingsby by six places in the ten-boat medal race to turn his certain silver, the fi rst medal for Cyprus for any sport, into gold.

Slingsby fi nished the medal race a tactical ninth.

More Olympic Stories inside

Photo: REUTERS/Pascal Lauener

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Jai Opetaia

Ryan Napoleon

Joshua Ross

Teigan Van Roosmalen

Tom Slingsby

Ky Hurst Liesl Tesch

The Central Coast has seven

athletes selected in this year’s Olympic and Paralympic teams.

Tom Slingsby of Point Frederick was selected for sailing while Jai Opetaia of Wattanobi was selected for boxing and Joshua Ross of Woy Woy was selected for athletics.

Liesl Tesch of Woy Woy was selected for paralympic sailing and Teigan Van Roosmalen of Bateau Bay was selected for Paralympic swimming.

Former Terrigal resident Ky Hurst was selected for open water swimming and Ryan Napoleon, formerly of Kincumber, was selected for swimming.

See inside for more details.

Central Coast athletes at the Olympics

by Kaitlin Watts

Don’t miss the latest copy of Grandstand for all sports news on the Central Coast, published fortnightly and available

FREE from all good outlets, sports retailers, service stations, hotels, RSL and sporting clubs.

The ultimate adventure race includes orienteering, navigation, kayaking, overnight camping, the Adrenapark and a mystery event.

This year’s race will

include elements of bushman skills, similar to Bear Grylls, but without the animal component.

The navigation race will be longer (up to 16 km for competitor mode and

6-8 km for fun mode) and tougher, concentrating on physical and mental challenges at the way points.

Email, 1 Aug 2012Briel Uriel, Adrenathon

Adrenathon at Glenworth Valley

The Adrenathon event will be held again this year at Glenworth Valley from October 13 to 14, and will this year raise funds for the Make A Wish Foundation.

The seminar will be run by IKMF director Mr Kurt Coplan and health and fi tness professional Briel

Uriel.It will cover chokes

grabs and holds, violent physical assaults, multiple

attacker scenarios and an introduction to knife threats.

Email, 6 Aug 2012 Briel Uriel,

Personal Transition

Krav Maga seminar in Erina

A self-defence Krav Maga Essentials seminar will be held on Saturday, September 8, from 12 to 2pm at the Hive, Erina.

Games will start at 9am with the fi nal to be held at 12pm on Thursday.

The carnival involves the best 12 year old boys from

NSW, from Albur, to Tweed Heads to Broken Hill.

There are 13 teams, 11 state school regions, two catholic regions and

a team from Combined Independent Schools.

Email, 4 Aug 2012 John Rocher, NSW Boys

PSSA Touch Carnival

State PSSA Touch Carnival

The NSW Boys PSSA Touch Carnival will be held at Adcock Park, West Gosford, from Tuesday, August 14, to Thursday, August 16.

Central Coast B a s e b a l l A s s o c i a t i o n

will present the 31st World Boys Baseball Tournament from August 9 to 13 at Adcock Park in West Gosford, Baseball Park in Springfi eld and Wattanobi Oval.

Eight teams will play across the fi ve day event including USA Fresno, USA San Diego, Mexico Rojo

(red), Korea, Japan, NSW Sky Roos and the NSW Navy Roos.

The eighth team, the NSW Central Coast, will feature the best players from the Hunter-Central Coast.

The tournament will kick off at 8:30am on Thursday, August 9, at Adcock Park with USA Fresno playing Australia NSW Sky Roos until 10:45am.

From 9am to 11:15am Japan will take on the NSW Central Coast at Baseball

Park.Games will pause for

the opening ceremony at 12:30 to 1:30pm at Baseball Park, Springfi eld, with fl ag bearers leading the teams onto the pitch.

Finals will get under way at 10am on Monday, August 13, at Baseball Park.

Email, 7, Aug 2012 Megan Morgan

Central Coast Baseball Association

World Boys Baseball on the Coast

On day one of the games, July 28, Napoleon competed in the third heat of the men’s 400m Freestyle and placed third with a time of 3:47.01.

Napoleon qualifi ed for the 400m freestyle fi nal held later on the same day where he fi nished eighth with a time of 3:49.25.

On day four, July 31, the men’s 4 x 200m freestyle team, consisting of Thomas Fraser-Holmes, Kenrick Monk, Ned McKendry and Ryan Napoleon, qualifi ed for the fi nals.

The team placed second in the second heat with a fi nishing time of 7:10.50, only 3.75 seconds behind USA.

Napoleon, who swam a time of 1:46.81 in the heat, said that placing second in the heat and fourth overall “was awesome, a great experience”.

“A relay’s always completely different to individual swims,” said

Napoleon.“You’ve got that real

team feel.“There’s a really good

connection with all the other guys here, we’re all pretty young.

“Last year we came fi fth at world (championships) and I don’t think there’s a great deal of expectation

on us to perform like some of the other relays but it’s a fun experience to be able to surprise Australia maybe,” said Napoleon.

In the men’s 4 x 200m freestyle fi nals, the Australian team fi nished in fi fth place with a time of 7:07.00.

Website, 9 Aug 2012Australian Olympic Team

Gosford Olympians Page 24 - August 13, 2012 - Coast Community News

Slingsby fi nished how he started the Olympic competition, in total control.

He stalked his only threat, Pavlos Kontides, throughout the medal race and choked the life out of the Cypriot’s slim hope of gold.

In doing so the 27-year-old Gosford boy erased his demons from Beijing where he also entered the Olympics as a raging favourite, only to fi nish in a disappointing 22nd place.

This time it went to script as he made the blue water of Weymouth his own, totally dominating the event with four wins and three seconds from the 10 fl eet races.

“The Olympics is a dream,” said Slingsby.

“It is the pinnacle of the sport and right now I am the happiest man on the planet.

“This is the best feeling in the world.

“I worked for 12 years to get to here and I put everything I had into it.

“Last time I put in so much hard work and came away with nothing, and this time I put in more work and look at me now,” said Slingsby.

Slingsby, who started sailing at the age of eight, said his fi rst gold medal had him deeply back in love with sailing and looking forward to the future.

“If I did not do well at this Olympics I would have hung up the shoes,” said

Slingsby. “I am so proud to have

done it with (my family) watching,” said Slingsby.

Parents Mavis and David, his twin sisters, girlfriend and another half a dozen close friends were perched on the Nothe with another 20,000 spectators cheering him on.

Kontides had to beat Slingsby by six places in the ten-boat medal race to turn his certain silver, the fi rst medal for Cyprus for any sport, into gold.

Slingsby fi nished the medal race a tactical ninth.

Website, 7 Aug 2012Rod Allen, Australian

Olympic Team

Slingsby wins goldTom Slingsby of Point Frederick won Australia’s fi rst individual

gold medal in the men’s Laser class sailing event at the London 2012 Olympics on Monday, August 6.

The former Terrigal Primary School and Terrigal High School student competed in the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games, placing 11th in the 10km Open Water swim.

The 10km Open Water Marathon event will be held in Hyde Park’s Serpentine Lake.

Along with fellow marathon swimmer Melissa Gorman, Ky was the fi rst

athlete selected for the 2012 Olympic Games on December 22, 2011.

Website, 9 Aug 2012Australian Olympic Team

Ky Hurst competes in Olympic marathon

Napoleon eighth fastest in the World

Ky Hurst competed in the men’s 10km Open Water Marathon swimming event on day 14 of the London Olympic Games on Friday, August 10, however at the time of going to press, results

were unavailable.

Former Holy Cross Kincumber student Ryan Napoleon competed in the men’s 400m Freestyle Final and the men’s 4 x 200m Freestyle Relay Final swimming events at the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Stamps featuring an image of Slingsby from the gold medal dais in London were available in participating Australia Post retail outlets from Thursday, August 9, while stocks last.

Slingsby joined fellow Olympians Alicia Coutts, Cate Campbell, Brittany Elmslie and Melanie Schlanger as the fi fth Australian athlete from the 2012 Olympic Games to have their images featured on a stamp through the Australian Gold Medallists Stamps program.

Australia Post is producing stamps for every Australian gold medallist from the London 2012

Olympic Games, and they are expected to be available in metropolitan Australia Post outlets within 48 hours of each gold medal presentation.

“Our fi rst Gold Medallist stamp for the 2012 London Olympics featured the women’s 4 x 100 freestyle team, and the positive response was fantastic.

“We are hoping that fans are just as excited to see Tom on our fi rst individual stamp,” said Australia Post Managing Director and CEO Ahmed Fahour.

“This program recognises the hard work and success of our athletes.

“It also provides the

public with an exciting opportunity to collect their own memento of the Olympic Games,” he added.

The Australian Gold Medallists Stamps are part of Australia Post’s continuing support of the Australian Olympic Team.

Australia Post has already released The Road to London stamp on June 5 and three commemorative sport stamps on July 17 celebrating Australia’s proud tradition at the Olympics in swimming, rowing and pole vault.

Media release, 7 Aug 2012 Stevie McDonald, Javelin Australia

Slingsby to feature on postage stamp

After winning Australia’s fi rst individual gold medal of the London 2012 Olympic Games, sailing superstar and fi ve time world champion, Tom Slingsby, will become Australia’s fi rst individual

gold medallist to feature on a 2012 Australian Gold Medallist Stamp.