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The beautiful Central Coast of NSW has a binding and supportive community spirit unrivalled by any (at least that we know of).
If there is a will, there is a way and there will be Coasties in there, giving, caring, fundraising, you name it, there is a great chance we'll do it!
Here are just some Central Coast community and charity organisations that are available on the Central Coast that you may need or be interested in.
Click the below name/s of choice to go to that item.
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 CENTRAL COAST COMMUNITY LISTINGS |
WEDDINGS PARTIES OR ANYTHING:
Celebrating fairness and generosity for the community and the needy.
Have you found it frustrating when looking for a venue for your wedding or 21st - it may just be a reunion or other event and the prices are unbelievably expensive.
The Kincumber Uniting Church is a venue to consider. Please don't think Church and judgment - Reverend Dr Brown is not your usual man of the cloth.
No judgment and the old fashioned thoughts of what care for your fellow man was meant to be. Share the wealth and services. A creed I was most impressed with.
Contact Reverend Dr K Brown
for a fair and reasonable price for venue hire for your event.
The Kincumber Uniting Church has an industrial kitchen and facilities that Reverend Brown would love to share.
The Kincumber Uniting Church also host the KINCUMBER CAR BOOT MARKETS on the first Saturday of the month;
They operate a good will store where you can pick up some exceptional bargains too!
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ANIMAL RESCUE:
RSPCA: 4372 2044
WIRES: 1300 094 737
WILD LIFE ARK: 4325 0666
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MMAD
(Musicians Making a Difference) |
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PCYC
Umina and Bateau Bay |
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COMMUNITY, CHARITY AND OTHER FRIENDLY ORGANISATIONS |
LUNCH, CAP, NOTE FOR TEACHER, LEAD LINED VEST, BODYGUARD:
Posted 15th November 2011
Students Crammed Together!
The Gosford Public School P&C are calling for the State Government to cancel the relocation of the school to Henry Kendall High School and investigate other possible sites.
Dr John Kaye MLC has introduced a bill into the NSW Upper House to stop the proposed co-location of Gosford Public School onto the ground of Henry Kendall High School. The Gosford Public School P&C are now appealing to the community to lobby all the members of the NSW Parliament to support the bill.
From the outset of the relocation proposal the Gosford Public School was promised a larger site. The relocation of Gosford Public School to Henry Kendall High School will result in two separate schools being crammed into a single site which doesn't even meet the standard size for a high school.
The total size of the site is 4.65 hectares (not including the high schools agricultural site across the road from the main site). The NSW Asset Management Directorate ‘Site Procedures for NSW Government Schools’ 1st February 2008, demonstrates the government's failure to comply with section 3(a), which states: Primary school sites should be around 3 hectares in size, while 6.0 hectares is desirable for a secondary school.”
A number of individual primary and high schools are adjacent to each other; however, their areas are kept completely separate. Schools with a similar enrolment intake are built on larger blocks of land such as Lake Munmorah Primary and Secondary schools area totals 11.28 hectares, while Lucas Heights Community School (K-12) is 9 hectares and Wadalba Community School (K-12) is 8.3 hectares.
The Henry Kendall High School relocation has primary and secondary students sharing play areas, and some primary school classrooms situation above high school laboratories.
Parents have significant safety issues with these arrangements, and the students deserve the right to mix with their cohort without having to be ever mindful of older or younger students. They need clear boundaries.
Instead of the promised purpose-built facility, the Special Education Unit will now be located into the old industrial arts block. Numerous ramps are now required to be built on the steep slope for access by the Special Education students to the canteen, hall, library and counselling services.
The school community in conjunction with the NSW Teachers Federation adopted the “2 schools 2 sites” campaign. The campaign's aim is to find an independent site which is of suitable size and meets the educational and personal security needs of the students at the school, it is not about trying to remain on the current school site.
Dr John Kaye MLC has said “The Gosford Public School situation could be the thin end of the wedge for public school land sell-offs and amalgamations across the state”.
“It is imperative that the Save Gosford Public School bill is successful. The future of public education on the Central Coast is at stake” said Dr Kaye.
The signatures of up to 10,000 people from the community on a petition opposing the relocation of Gosford PS to the Henry Kendall HS site will also be tabled into the NSW Parliament during November.
Please support the bill. Log onto The GOSFORD PUBLIC ACTION GROUP and email the attached letter to the members of parliament on the contact list.
PLEASE help!
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UPDATE posted 20th September 2011
Time for Piccoli to reverse Gosford PS relocation
Greens NSW MP John Kaye offered his party's unqualified support to parents and teachers at this afternoon's 'Two Schools Two Sites' rally at the Ray Maher Field calling on Education Minister Adrian Piccoli to overturn the decision to relocate Gosford Public School onto the grounds of Henry Kendall High School.
Dr Kaye said: "It is appalling that parents and teachers have been driven to protest action by Education Minister Adrian Piccoli's persistent refusal to disclose details about the government's review of the Gosford Public School move.
"Mr Piccoli ignored the community when he proceeded with the relocation without bothering to consult with teachers, parents or local residents.
"The Minister is undermining public education on the Central Coast by failing to provide a quality safe environment for students and allowing for the school to grow with an expanding population.
"Before becoming Minister, Adrian Piccoli promised he would not become another Terry Metherill.
"Within six months of winning office, he has displayed the same callous disregard of the community and the same zeal for closing down schools as his Coalition predecessor.
"Local member Chris Holstein has failed to communicate to the Minister the depth of anger over the O'Farrell government's shameful land grab.
"As the mayor of Gosford the redevelopment of the waterfront was a pet project for Mr Holstein.
"As the local member he is incapable of providing unbiased advice on this matter to his Education Minister.
"This issue is escalating as teachers and parents from outside of the Central Coast are joining in the protest.
"The Gosford Public School land sale and relocation has demonstrated that no public school in NSW is safe from the O'Farrell government's sell-off agenda.
"It's time for Mr Piccoli to listen to the community outcry and immediately begin the process of finding an alternative solution that meets the needs of all the students," Dr Kaye said.
For more information: John Kaye 0407 195 455
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UPDATE posted 18th September 2011
The website for Gosford Public School Action Group is now live.
Please help us launch the website and share the link amongst your contacts and keep the momentum for the campaign growing
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UPDATE Posted September 10 2011
"TWO SCHOOLS - TWO SITES" PROTEST RALLY
MONDAY 19th September 3:30pm
Ray Maher Field, Georgiana Terrace, Gosford
The message is clear: the community wants Two Schools on Two Sites !!!
The Government must be called on to stop the relocation of Gosford Public School to Henry Kendall High School and offer Gosford Public School parents and teachers an independent site which is of suitable size and meets the educational and personal security needs of the students at the school and protects the occupational health and safety of teachers.
ATTEND THIS RALLY or please SIGN THE PETITION & SHOW YOUR SUPPORT
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Posted 19th July 2011
O'Farrell govt must stop Gosford PS relocation!
As parents and teachers protest outside local member Chris Holstein's office today (18th July 2011) against the O'Farrell government's decision to relocate Gosford Public School to Henry Kendall High School, the Greens called on Education Minister Adrian Piccoli to put a hold on the planned transfer and release details of the proposed move.
Greens NSW MP John Kaye said: "The NSW government is arrogantly pushing ahead with its relocation plans without any consultation with the community.
"Education Minister Adrian Piccoli and local member Chris Holstein have so far completely ignored the loud protests of parents and teachers against the relocation. It's time to listen to the local community.
"The government's review was supposed to canvass alternative locations for the primary school other than the high school.
"Parents and teachers have still not been told what other possibilities were looked at. They were not consulted.
"Mr Holstein has shown blatant disregard for his constituents by failing to listen to their concerns and involve them in the decision-making process.
"Minister Piccoli has failed to listen to the wide range of voices opposing the co-location proposal. Even his Coalition colleagues in the Upper House supported an alternative site (see below for motion).
"By participating in today's peaceful protest outside Mr Holstein's office, parents and teachers on the Central Coast are making it clear that they will not be ignored.
"The Greens call on the Minister to immediately reveal all details of the behind-closed-doors discussions relating to the relocation.
"When parliament resumes on 2 August I will again be raising the issue with the government and putting pressure on Mr Piccoli to explain this extraordinary decision," Dr Kaye said.
For more information contact John Kaye 0407 195 455
Dr Kaye moved in the Legislative Council;—
1. That this House notes that:
(a) the decision to sell valuable waterfront property at Gosford Public School and relocate the school onto the grounds of Henry Kendall High School is seriously flawed and detrimental to the educational outcomes of all the students concerned,
(b) the relocation is opposed by teachers and parents from both schools,
(c) co-locating primary and secondary students on the same site is totally inappropriate and will result in cramped, noisy and unsafe conditions in classrooms and in the playground,
(d) the proposal breaches occupational health and safety guidelines in several areas; by, in part, locating two different titles on the same site without clear boundaries and clear delineation,
(e) the special needs unit at Henry Kendall High School will be severely impacted by the relocation,
(f) the concerns of parents of Gosford Public School students that their children will be exposed to potentially harmful electromagnetic fields from the substation next to the Henry Kendall site,
(g) the relocation will constrain future growth at both schools, and
(h) the local member, Mr Chris Holstein MP, has said that the redevelopment of Gosford will attract 10,000 new residents to the area.
2. That this House recognises the concerns raised by parents and teachers at Gosford Public School and Henry Kendall High School and joins with them in calling on the Minister for Education to put a halt to plans to relocate Gosford Public School and, in particular, to:
(a) review the decision to relocate the primary school onto the grounds of the high school, and
(b) offer Gosford Public School parents and teachers an alternative site which is suitable and meets the educational and personal security needs of the students at the school and protects the occupational health and safety of teachers.
(Notice given 25 May 2011, Passed the Legislative Council 27 May 2011)
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What would you want for your kids, relatives and our Coast?
There are plans underway to 're-locate' Gosford Primary school (currently situated near the Police station, with ample parking and relatively safe pedestrian access) to Henry Kendall High School.
Henry Kendall is near Gosford Hospital (parking there is always a nightmare), complete with the Mandala Clinic, a Methadone Clinic and the Energy Australia sub station and plant.
What's wrong with this idea - whats RIGHT with this idea?
And WHY? A proposed sell off of the land the school is currently on and occupied for over 100 years?
Read the Department of Education and Training (DET) Notification (word document 34 KB)
Debbie Westacott, New South Wales Teachers Federation Organiser for the Central Coast said: “On Wednesday 30th March, NSW Teachers Federation members from Gosford Public School and Henry Kendall High met to discuss the current proposal to sell off the land where Gosford Public School is situated and relocate the school into the grounds of Henry Kendall High School.
“Teachers and parents have been given no compelling reason for the sale of Gosford Public School. Whilst there is the Gosford strategic plan being developed to try and reinvigorate the foreshore there’s no reason why that plan can’t incorporate a Public School for current and future parents to enrol their children on the existing school site.
“The current proposal to relocate Gosford Public School into the grounds of Henry Kendall high school is not in the educational interests of either the Primary or High School students. The proposal includes co-locating primary and high school students in the same building. This proposal is being rushed through to divert Federal Government BER funds that have to be spent before July 2011. This is a financial decision that totally ignores the negative educational consequences for the students. “At the meeting the following motion was carried unanimously: “Based upon what is being proposed regarding the relocation of Gosford Public School into the Henry Kendall High School grounds, this combined NSW Teachers Federation meeting of Gosford Public school and Henry Kendall High School teachers totally opposes the sale of Gosford Public School.
This meeting totally rejects the proposal to rebuild Gosford Public School into the grounds of Henry Kendall High School.
An urgent meeting is to be arranged with the Premier, the Minister for Education and the local Member of Parliament in order to seek a review of the current proposal”
“Plans for future meetings with NSW Teachers Federation members of Gosford PS and Henry Kendall High and P&C members from both schools are being organised.”
Gary Jackson states in the Sydney Morning Herald
$3 million in federal government funding from the Building the Education Revolution program would be used to refurbish the high school building.
He said parents were told late last year that primary school students would be relocated to the high school site and share the science building.
''This relocation is very much against the wishes of the majority of the Gosford Public School population,'' Mr Jackson said. ''We want to stay on the current site. A new school … will cost approximately $16 million."
It is being said that there is not enough vocal opposition to this move - let's change that!
More information on this issue to be found on;
* FACEBOOK - Gosford Public School - against relocation
* Gosford Primary School Website
* Submission by Gosford Public School P & C Association (PDF 1.59MB) |
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ALBUM MAKING WORKSHOP:
Learn the techniques to create personalised photo albums
When: Saturday 18th Feb 2012, 10.30am til 5.30pm
Where: Ourimbah RSL Club
Details: $25, bookings essential
Contact: Kelly Hunter, Creative Memories Consultant -
Ph. 0402 295 484
The other dates we have booked for 2012 are:
Sunday 18/3: 10.30am til 5.30pm
Friday 20/4: 5pm to 11pm
Saturday & Sunday 19 & 20/5: 10.30am til 5.30pm
Saturday 16/6: 10.30am til 5.30pm
Friday 20/7: 5pm to 11pm
Sunday 19/8: 10.30am til 5.30pm
Friday 21/9: 5pm to 11pm
Saturday 20/10: 10.30am til 5.30pm
Sunday 18/11: 10.30am til 5.30pm
Saturday 8/12: 10.30am til 5.30pm
All workshops at Ourimbah RSL Club
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JUBILA SINGERS OPEN ACCESS CHOIR:
JUBILA SINGERS – the new choir on the Central Coast which began in October 2011 will resume sessions on Tuesday January 31.
All who love singing and can “carry a tune in a bucket” are invited to join. For now the choir is not auditioned. We believe that music is essential to the human spirit and that singing promotes joy, fellowship and a sense of community.
We strive for musical excellence and this year aim to raise the bar higher by meeting the challenge of singing some richly harmonic chorales from old Russia in addition to our joyful Yiddish and Celtic songs.
Jubila Singers is an open-access community choir on the Central Coast of New South Wales, Australia. The choir started in mid-October 2011.
The choir is under the direction of Jane Becktel, who has founded and directed choirs in the USA, the Morningsong Choir and VIV Singers in QLD.
Music-reading skills and singing experience are great assets, but are not necessary to participate. All that we ask is a love of music, a love of learning and a sense of humour.
Sessions are held on Tuesday nights in Erina and Thursday mornings in Terrigal.
Starting day of Tuesday evening sessions January 31, 7.00pm to 8.45 pm
Macron Music Auditiorium, Erina Plaza, 210 The Entrance Road, Erina 2250.
Starting day of Thursday morning sessions February 2 10.00 am to 11.45 am
CWA Hall, Wilson Road, Terrigal.
Contact Jane via email or for more information on where, when, why and who on the JUBILA SINGERS website
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REUSE - XANADU:
Reuse Xanadu is a division of Fairhaven Services Ltd, a charity, which provides a wide range of services for over 150 local people with disabilities.
These services include two vocational sites at West Gosford and Tuggerah; a residential site at Kincumber, and two group homes at Ettalong.
In addition we run a commercial laundry,” Central Coast Laundry” and a registered training organisation “Focus Oze Learning”.
Reuse Xanadu is a new venture that aims to generate up to 30 new jobs on the coast and divert reusable goods from landfill and put them back into the community.
We have established a new depot in Margaret Street, Point Clare, where we receive all manner of goods such as building materials , home and office furnishings, white goods and electrical appliances, we have lots of materials for DIY’ers and for those with an artistic bent.
We invite people to come and browse and relax with a tea or coffee in our comfortable lounge area.
Charles Bacon Xanadu Facility Co-Ordinator, believes that the centre will change the face of the Central Coast and how we manage - or fail to manage - our resources. He hopes that the Xanadu centre will become a permanent local fixture that will change the Central Coast’s attitude to waste management for the better.
The Xanadu Reuse Centre is located at 209 Brisbane Water Drive, Point Clare at the Fairhaven Services Depot, best access for the Centre is from Margaret Street.
Open to the public Monday to Friday 8.00am to 4.00pm and Saturday 10.00am to 2.00pm, for more information please telephone 4349 5517 or EMAIL |
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MASSAGE AND MEDITATION |
MEDITATION FOR BUSY MINDS CLASSES:
Alison Jose has created Meditation For Busy Minds classes in the Woy Woy area to teach people how to de-stress and greatly improve their wellbeing through meditation, and to then put it into practice by using guided meditation recordings during the week.
Meditation is the greatest health insurance of all as it promotes happiness, wellbeing and improves your experience of life and physical health.
Research has scientifically proven that meditation is a powerful antidote to the fight or flight response which we experience as stress. Not only does meditation significantly reduce the effects of stress; but it also creates a greater sense of calm and peacefulness, more clarity of thought, greater self confidence and improved self esteem. It gives an increased sense of physical, mental and emotional wellbeing, plus it enables better sleep, and more energy and motivation.
Alison has an IVHHD Certificate in Meditation Teaching and Holistic Counselling, plus IVHHD Certificate as a Chair Yoga Instructor and is an Accredited Member of the International Meditation Teachers Association.
During her weekly meditation classes, she will teach four different styles of non-religious based meditation, which are designed to remove stress from your mind and body and to motivate you into creating more positive opportunities for yourself.
MEDITATION FOR BUSY MINDS CLASSES:
TUESDAY'S: 6.30pm - The Boathouse Restaurant, Brisbane Water Drive, Koolewong
SATURDAY'S: 9.45am. Peninsula Community Centre, Woy Woy
CLASSES COST: $15/$80 for 6 classes. Kids come for free.
Recordings & Scripts $20.
IMPORTANT: Please confirm class participation to to receive Preparation Notes.
For further information please contact Alison Jose
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ART OF BEAUTY - CERTIFICATE COURSES AND SERVICES:
Stephanie Roberts has 35 years experience in the industry. She works from home now with her passion for teaching, and as a flexible workbase trainer, since she retired from her colleges.
Stephanie also likes to offer her services at community organisations.
Some of the courses and services on offer from Art Of Beauty are;...
Indian Head Massage
Fee: $90 Inc GST
Energise your mind and feel tension slip away with an ancient technique that has been practiced for over a thousand years.
Indian head massage helps soothe and relax the nervous system while relieving joint and muscle stiffness. It involves energy balancing techniques, lymphatic drainage, acupressure points, stretching and general massage to the shoulders, neck and scalp. Learn about herbal oil scalp treatment and the secret of lustrous shining hair. Bring 1 large towel and 1 hand towel. Wear a loose upper garment such as a T-shirt or blouse.
Tutor: Stephanie Roberts
Lomi Lomi Massage
Fee: $175 Inc GST
Lomi Lomi is a powerful Hawaiian Massage practice that works through the body, heart, mind, spirit, intention and breath.
Lomi Lomi strokes are long, deep and slow, effectively releasing knots, pain, muscle tension and stress. Removes blockages in muscle tissue and allows energy to circulate. This is a deeply nurturing, total body experience that promotes stillness, deep relaxation, healing and inner peace. Please wear loose comfortable clothing, bring two large towels, one washcloth, a sheet, sarong and/or swimmers.
Tutor: Stephanie Roberts
Bamboo Massage
Fee: $175 Inc GST
An exciting new form of massage using bamboo “Cho sticks”.
Energy contained within the bamboo is transferred, creating a series of unique and new sensations benefiting clients and practitioners alike. Using Cho sticks minimises stress and strain of the therapist’s hands, fingers and wrists being the areas most susceptible to injury in the massage profession.
Cho sticks vary in size and cuts of bamboo suitable for tapotement, digging and gliding.
Tutor: Stephanie Roberts
Hand & Foot Care;
2 days (12 hours) $175
Manicure – treatment of hands, nails and cuticles, nail painting – hand and arm massage with some reflexology points .
Pedicure – treatment of nails, feet, rough skin – foot and leg massage with some reflexology points.
Massage for Arthritis and elderly of hands and feet.
Paraffin Treatment of hands and feet.
Power of Deliberate Creation;
1 day (6 hours) $90/-
We are creating all the time and there are two ways we create everything in our lives. First is by conscious or deliberate creation, the second is unconsciously, or creation by default. So you have two choices, deliberate creation of your life and know what you want and manifest it in your life or continue to believe that life is a series of random events that you have no control over. Designed in discussion and pathways to open a new doorway for you look at your life and have 100% confidence in your power to consciously create whatever you want.
Introduction to Reflexology – Hands and Feet:
$175 per student
“The feet mirror the entire body”.
By stimulating reflex points on the feet you can increase blood flow and normalize tissue function on other parts of the body.
The hands are included in a complete Reflexology treatment for effective results.
Hands reflect acute or short term dysfunctions.
Duration: 2 days - Minimum 6 students - Please bring 2 large towels, 1 hand towel.
COURSES OFFERED:
Hot Stone Massage - Lymphatic Drainage Massage - Lomi Lomi Massage Levels I & II - Crystal Healing - Indian Head Massage and Scalp Treatment - Swedish Massage - Introduction to Massage - Baby Massage - The Power of Deliberate Creation - Reflexology -
Bamboo Massage - And new courses always in the pipeline... |
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 SUPPORT ACT LIMITED:
Support Act is a registered charity and non-profit organisation which raises funds to provide relief arising from hardship and/or illness amongst those working in the Australian music industry, and is the only benevolent fund for this purpose.
Support Act was established by a group of volunteers from the music industry several years ago who could see there was a definite need for an organisation to help those who were suffering from illness and/or hardship.
Support Act is a national organisation based in Sydney, with active state chapters in NSW, South Australia, Queensland, Western Australia and Victoria, run by volunteers. It has a voluntary Board of Directors, of which four permanent positions are for founding members ARIA, PPCA, APRA and AMCOS. Other Board members are well known and respected figures from the entertainment and music industry and include Brian Cadd and Michael Chugg AM. Meryl Gross has been Support Act’s Chair since inception in 1997.
Support Act has two part-time employees; one is responsible for its administration and fundraising, the other is the National Welfare Co-ordinator, Ms Lindy Morrison, who is a degree-qualified social worker and a musician with extensive industry experience. This role assists applicants with the application process, as well as providing counseling and referrals to other agencies and/or support groups as appropriate.
Support Act is reliant on donations and fundraising. It currently receives no Government funding. It arranges a small number of key events throughout the year, which are vital in helping the organisation to maintain resources and profile. One quite well-known music industry participant who was touched by adversity at one stage of his career has been donating a percentage of his annual earnings. Support Act keeps its costs low with administration typically consuming no more than 4 - 6% of overall revenue.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
Join Support Act!
Membership is open to anyone, please visit the SUPPORT ACT LIMITED WEBSITE for further information and to join online.
Help Raise Funds
Fundraising is crucial. Support Act aims to raise at least $3,000 per year per beneficiary and currently receives no Government funding.
Individuals; Contact us to set up a monthly donation or donate as a gift.
Businesses; One option is to set up a Workplace Giving option for employees which enables Support Act to receive regular donations and also provides tax benefits for personnel.
All support is gratefully received.
For further information please contact our Administration and Fundraising Manager, Mrs Vanessa Johnson by EMAIL or call on 04 0512 5715.
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BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP:
There is a new Breast Cancer Support Group starting at Ettalong and the first meeting is Sunday 5th Feb at 10.00am at Shop 71, Schnapper Road, Ettalong Beach.
It is intended to have it on the first Saturday of each month.
Please contact Sandy. sandycee@ymail.com |
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 PINK DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP:
The Pink Disease Support Group was founded by Heather Thiele in 1989. Heather's aim was to collect information regarding Pink Disease, provide information and support to other survivors of Pink Disease, and to publicize the health problems associated with Post Pink Disease Syndrome.
The group also provides quarterly newsletters, email chat groups for those with Pink Disease and/or bronchiectasis, and is continuing to research Post Pink Disease Syndrome, and Pink Disease itself.
PINK DISEASE is babyhood mercury poisoning. Some babies are hyper-sensitive to mercury, and if those babies are exposed to mercury, they get Pink Disease.
The most commonly used product containing mercury WAS teething powder, but other products frequently used on babies also contained mercury.
After it was discovered that mercury was the cause of Pink Disease in 1947, mercury was removed from all teething powders and Pink Disease became rare.
An information gathering exercise by the Pink Disease Support Group has revealed a higher than average incidence auto-immune disorders, Bronchiectasis, Solar Urticaria, chemical sensitivities, allergies, eye and mouth problems, infertility, co-ordination difficulties, poor health, and a proneness to emotional and psychiatric disorders.
Pink Disease is also known as acrodynia, Erythoedema, Feer's Disease, Swift's Disease, and infantile Mercury (Hg) poisoning.
For more information, survivor stories and assistance please see the PINK DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP WEBSITE . |
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 CENTRAL COAST KIDS IN NEED:
16 years ago in 1993 a local Central Coast mother was staying at Ronald McDonald House with her sick son when the Manager suggested she start a ‘volunteer fundraising group’ on the Central Coast to help other parents with their accommodation bills.
These families all have seriously ill children with prolonged illness (a very large proportion are cancer patients, others with organ transplants and premature babies with life threatening health issues.
Not everyone is aware that there is a $33/night fee to stay at the Ronald McDonald Houses. As an example, following a bone marrow transplant a child needs to be isolated for some 6 weeks before returning home to the Central Coast.
Bills for thousands of dollars would financially ruin young families.
Central Coast families do not qualify for any government assistance as only families more than 100 km's away from the treating hospital are eligible.
The Central Coast Kids In Need group of volunteers is very small with just 12 members. Last financial year with their hard work of fundraising and with the generous support of the people of the Central Coast they were able to pay accounts for 115 local families so that they could be close to their seriously ill child. The total for these bills was some $155,730.00 and to date the financial year have assisted 80 local families and paid out some $63,104.36 involving the Ronald McDonald Houses and Parent Hostel Rooms at Westmead (Children’s Hospital), Randwick (Sydney Children’s Hospital) and Newcastle (John Hunter Hospital) and Hope Cottage Penrith and on occasions parent hostel at Royal North Shore Hospital.
They have also reimbursed petrol costs for parents needing to travel each day due to other family commitments. Specialised equipment for quality of life has also been contributed to in special circumstances by this group.
They hope to continue this fundraising to keep our local families together during their time of crisis. They strive to make these children's lives as happy as they can and they would appreciate your support.
Check the CENTRAL COAST KIDS IN NEED Website to see how easy it can be to help out our local families with seriously ill kids. |
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COAST SHELTER:
Coast Shelter is a not-for-profit charity based on the Central Coast of New South Wales which attempts to meet the needs of the disadvantaged within our community through advocacy and the provision of direct services.
Coast Shelter provides accommodation to approximately 110 homeless men, women and children each night and also coordinates the provision of over 200 meals each day at the Donnison Street Community Centre.
Coast Shelter has several refuges which look more like ordinary homes where we accommodate homeless men, women, families and youth which staff help them to get their lives in order. This means that our staff have to be skilled in a whole host of problem areas such as domestic violence, financial difficulties, gambling, alcohol and other drug issues, behavioural difficulties and just plain living skills.
Our programs aim to meet the specific needs of our clients. We provide guidance and support to assist them to obtain their own accommodation and manage their lives effectively.
You can help - see how read more >>> |
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 FIREFIGHTERS CALENDAR:
We all realise and appreciate the invaluable, often dangerous and heroic efforts of our firefighting outfits in Australia. They have saved many lives and property and sadly have lost team members along the way.
It is a loss to us all when we lose one of them; But the Firies actually give more if one would deem that possible.
The fire brigades also raise funds to assist the community too.
Desperately needed donations to Burn Units, education, prevention and much more are also supported by the Fire Brigades.
One of their major fundraiser's is the annual Firefighters Calendar.
While we may be in to the new year what better gift for that special someone on Valentines day than a calendar featuring those wonderful men and ladies in uniform (well in this case mostly OUT of uniform) from the Fire Brigades!
It is also the perfect gift for birthdays and any special occasion you can think of! After all most of us need to know what day of the week it is don’t we?
To see the range of calendars from brigades nationwide and how to purchase them see the FIREFIGHTERS CALENDAR WEBSITE.
The calendars are only $10 and that money goes ultimately towards saving lives.
There is no better way to spend $10! |
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MMAD - MUSICIANS MAKING A DIFFERENCE :
MMAD’s purpose is to improve the lives of all young people, particularly disadvantaged and marginalized youth, through the power of music, creative arts and unconditional positive regard.
Over ten years, MMAD has developed programs with an aim to inspire, develop and empower young people. Our programs can break the cycle of negativity and help young people to reach their full potential.
Involvement from well known musicians, supporters and the dedication of MMAD’s talented and passionate team of youth workers, counselors and professional facilitators, has allowed us to provide hope, resources and avenues for positive change in some of the most isolated and troubled, but beautiful parts of Australia.
For more information or ways you can assist please access THE MMAD WEBSITE. |
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CENTRAL COAST LIBRARIES AND EVENTS:
ONLINE RESOURCES TO TAKE THE STRESS OUT OF SCHOOL WORK.
With the final HSC exams approaching, Wyong Shire Council is reminding students to take advantage of the free online resources available through the Council website.
By simply entering your Wyong Council library membership number, students, teachers and parents can gain access to a wide range of online databases relating to study help, environment, health, science and general reference.
Yourtutor is a free online tutoring service that is funded through the Community Development Support Expenditure scheme.
It allows school students from Years 4 to 12 to obtain homework help from trained professional tutors from the comfort of their home or library computer.
Students can connect to the online classroom during school terms, Monday to Friday between 4pm and 8pm to gain real time advice on English, maths, science, and study skills.
Tutors can give advice on specific homework and assignment questions and help build research skills by using online features such as controlled chat, an interactive whiteboard and shared web browsing.
“Some students may not feel comfortable asking their teachers or peers for assistance, and Yourtutor gives them another avenue to obtain help,” Adam Holland, Manager Lifelong Learning, said.
“It also gives parents the ease of mind that there are options available if they can’t help children with homework due to time constraints or if the information is too specific for them to answer.”
Council also has a selection of items to help Year 12 students with their final assessments and assist with preparation of final exams.
“Council understands the stress that the HSC puts on students and parents, so has created a guide to help students find texts relating to the English theme ‘Belonging’ as well as a list of useful websites,” Mr Holland said.
“To assist students undertaking Legal Studies, each Library holds a legal tool kit with easy to read guides about legal matters, while Tuggerah and Lake Haven Libraries have previous Personal Interest Projects to view.”
Tuggerah Library also has a ‘drug info @ your library’ collection, to help Personal Development, Health and Physical Education students.
Visit Council’s website for homework help and a comprehensive list of online resources.
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 NSW RAPE CRISIS CENTRE:
NSW Rape Crisis Centre is a state-wide 24 hour telephone and online crisis, support and referral service for anyone who has experienced sexual violence.
The Centre is committed to upholding the rights of women to live in a socially just, equitable and non violent society.
It is a sad and harrowing experience and reflection on our society that this crime still occurs on such a large scale.
PLEASE seek help. As alone as you feel, you are not.
The Police can and will help and the life saving assistance from the NSW Rape Crisis Centre will prove invaluable.
If you are unsure at least follow the link and see for yourself. There is no pressure.
These virtual angels are online to help you RIGHT NOW if you want. |
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FAIRHAVEN CHARITY, MARKETS, CASH HOUSIE SESSIONS & MORE:
Fairhaven Services Ltd - celebrating 50 years!
Fairhaven provides a diverse range of employment and residential services to people on the Central Coast
who have a disability.
You can support this truly local charity by enjoying the following fundraising outlets throughout 2012...
OP SHOP
209 Brisbane Water Drive, Point Clare
One of the cheapest Op Shops on the Coast!
Open Monday-Friday 10-3 and Saturdays 10-2
CASH HOUSIE SESSIONS
Fairhaven’s Charity Cash Housie sessions are held weekly at;
ETTALONG BOWLING CLUB
(103 Springwood Ave, Ettalong)
MONDAYS 7:30PM
EAST GOSFORD PROGRESS HALL
(10 Henry Parry Drive, East Gosford)
FRIDAYS 7:30PM
OURIMBAH RSL
(Pacific Highway, Ourimbah)
SUNDAYS 11AM
CHARITY MARKETS
Davistown RSL Markets
19 Murna Road, Davistown
All-weather undercover markets selling a huge range of goods!
February 19, March 18, April 15, May-no market, June 17, July 15, August 19, September 16, October-no market, November 18, December 16 (All Sundays 9am-2pm)
Ourimbah RSL Club Markets
Pacific Highway, Ourimbah
All-weather undercover markets selling a huge range of goods!
January 28, February 25, March 24, April 28, May 26, June 23, July 28, August 25, September 22, October 27, November 24, December 15
(All Saturdays 10am-2pm)
Point Clare Markets
209 Brisbane Water Drive, Point Clare
Large Outdoor market covering 2 acres!
Saturday May 5–combined Fete/Markets–9am-3pm
Saturday October 20 – Spring Markets – 9am-2pm
Sites costs - $20-$25 - bookings essential
Other ways you can help us:- donate goods to our op shop, donate items such as craft or prizes for our annual fete, volunteer your services at our fundraisers or op shop - We will gratefully accept any help you can give us!
For more information on Fairhaven’s Housie sessions, Markets or any other Fairhaven service please contact Sue Chidgey at Fairhaven by email |
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THE HARMONY CENTRE FOUNDATION:
The Harmony Centre Foundation's Cooranbong Centre run a weekly Healing Meditation and Healing Clinic by donation every Wednesday 10am - 12:30pm as well as meditation every Sunday morning 9:30am - 11:30am.
The Harmony Centre is a wellness and life enrichment centre, where people come to experience a caring community who are interested in meditation and alternative healing modalities. People from all walks of life are attracted to the seminars, meditation classes and energy healing clinic, all of which are provided by donation.
The primary role of The Harmony Centre is to teach and demonstrate the role of our spirit in creating good health. Through understanding that we have to look after our spirit as well as our physical body, we can lead healthier, happier and more peaceful lives and often make astounding recovery from some very serious health problems and other stressful life events such as death of loved ones and divorce. The concept that we have an energy field is now widely discussed but not yet universally understood despite growing research and anecdotal evidence of its role in wellness. Pain (physical as well as mental) as well as stress are held in our energy field, and we help people learn how to remove or minimize it.
We run wellness and life skills seminars and meditation classes which are offered by donation.
At the Harmony Centre there is always a (free) cup of tea and like minded people to talk to and to share experiences. People are able to explore the meaning of life and their spirituality in a safe environment. It is non-religious and non-sectarian. Everyone is welcome and respected. People from all backgrounds come together to learn and practice ways to bring more joy, peace, wellbeing and grace into their lives.
Stress management, workshops, meditations and energy healing for individuals and groups focus on practical approaches to dealing with real life issues, solving relationship problems peacefully, and having more fun. Health and wellbeing improve and people experience a whole new lease on life. Results are rapid and lasting, see our testimonials.
Through our seminars we educate the public about the benefits of meditation, positive thinking and the value of energetic healing techniques to improve their quality of life.
Types of people who come to the Harmony Centre:
• People who are looking for more out of life
• People who are going through a big challenge such as a serious illness, divorce, loss of a loved one, retrenchment
• People who want to improve their self esteem or meet like minded people
• Those who want to learn and practice meditation
• Seekers of quality, professional energetic healing, Ignite Your Spirit therapy
• Those suffering from stress, depression, or anxiety (roughly one in 4 people)
• Parents who are having trouble with their children
• People experiencing frustration and heartache in relationships
• Alternative therapists wanting to learn another modality
• Those who would like to learn how to experience Divine love, Divine bliss and grace in an atmosphere of acceptance of all spiritual paths.
• Those seeking a friendly and open community of enquiry to explore themselves in a supportive and loving environment.
The Harmony Centre Foundation
Phone: 49 773300 - Mobile: 0422563012 - Website: |
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 DRAGONS ABREAST CENTRAL COAST - COAST BUSTERS :
Dragons Abreast Australia is a not-for-profit charity consisting of Breast Cancer Survivors who participate in the ancient Chinese sport of dragon boat racing.
The organisation began 10 years ago in Darwin and today consists of 33 member groups across Australia. Dragons Abreast Central Coast “Coast Busters” is our local team.
We raise awareness by participating in Local, National and International events. Our Pink Ladies are all winners! They have fought the Demon Breast Cancer, and many of us continue to fight.
We do not accept this disease, we challenge it all the way. And along the way, we have great fun, meet wonderful people BUT, most important of all we educate the public, spread the message of early detection and
keep Breast Cancer firmly in the public eye.
We train and meet weekly on Sunday mornings.
You will find us at the Coast Guard station on Tuggerah Lake in Peel Street, Toukley. Look for the Pink Boat and ladies.
7 to 8am for Race Training. 8 to 9am new paddlers are most welcome to come and have a go.
For more information visit the DRAGONS ABREAST CENTRAL COAST COAST BUSTERS WEBSITE. |
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 SAVE A MATE - Club SAM:
Save-a-mate (SAM) is a drug education and first aid program specifically designed for alcohol and other drug-related emergencies. It aims to reduce the harm associated with substance use, particularly with young people.
FIND MORE DETAILS ON CLUB SAM FROM HERE >>> |
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 WATER RESTRICTIONS: Current - Level 3
Wyong Council has confirmed the new restrictions (Level 2) will come into effect from November 14 2011.
The Level 2 restrictions:
Lawns and gardens
* Fixed hoses or sprinklers (including micro sprays) cannot be used at any time.
* Hand-held hoses (with trigger nozzle) and drip irrigation systems are okay for one hour a day on three days of the week between 6am - 9am and between 4pm - 7pm (odd numbered houses can water on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday and even-numbered homes on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday).
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Watering cans may be used at any time.
* Under the previous restrictions, hand-held hosing and drip irrigation was allowed on two days a week only.
Vehicles and boats
* All road vehicles (including cars, trucks, caravans and cars in car yards) and boats and their trailers may be washed with a bucket or a hose, as long as a trigger nozzle or pressure cleaner is used.
* Using a hose to flush boat engines is permitted.
Hard surfaces
* Hosing of outside surfaces, except paths and driveways, is permitted. For example, hosing of buildings and outside furniture or structures is allowed.
* Under previous restrictions, washing or wetting of any external surface was permitted.
Private pools
* Emptying and then refilling of existing pools using a hose is not allowed. However, it's okay to use a use to top-up existing pools.
* Filling of new pools with town water is permitted.
* Under the previous restrictions, topping up of existing pools wasn't allowed.
Bowling greens, cricket pitches and golf greens
* Fixed watering system can be used up to two hours a day between 6am - 8am and between 6pm - 10pm.
* Under the previous restrictions, watering systems were allowed to be used for one hour less and the evening timeframe ran for only two hours.
Nurseries and commercial gardens
* Fixed watering system can be used up to two hours a day between 6am - 8am and 6pm - 8pm.
* Under previous restrictions, fixed systems could be used for up to one hour only.
Sporting fields, school ovals and grassed areas
* Fixed watering system can be used twice a week for up to two hours between 6pm - 10pm.
Water cartage from town supply
* Allowed for domestic internal use only.
Auto flush urinals
* Timer-controlled operation is not permitted
Public beach showers, fish tables and boat ramp taps
* Permitted
Customers with an annual demand greater than 3,500KL and hotels, motels, resorts, caravan parks and public pools
* Preparation and implementation of an approved Water Management Plan.
* It is intended that Water Management Plans be reviewed and modified as appropriate for current circumstances.
Voluntary residential target -
Set at 150 litres per person each day.
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 GIVE WHERE YOU LIVE - C C COMMUNITY CHEST :
NEWS!!!!
SUPPORT THE CENTRAL COAST COMMUNITY CHEST
100% of all money raised stays on the Central Coast ,We support over 80 local charities we call this - “GIVE WHERE YOU LIVE”
The Central Coast Community Chest, is a non-profit organization which provides funds for over 80 local charities. The Central Coast Community Chest are also a non denominational and non governmental charity.
The Central Coast Community Chest has been operating on the coast for over 25 years now and provides valuable assistance to a wide range of charities including: Children, Family, Youth, Aged Care, Disability and Community Services.
100% of the funds they raise stay on the Central Coast.
See how you can assist by visiting their web site from here |
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HELP IS ON THE PHONE:
The Red Cross is calling for more volunteers:
The Australian Red Cross has a free service for the elderly, disabled or medically dependant members of our community that live alone to still retain a sense of independence.
The service is called Telecross.
Many, many lives have been saved by this free service. Some few volunteers are rostered every month but the majority make a quick call each morning to a person in need to check on their welfare, one month on and one month off. If the client does not answer or reports an ill condition the caller refers this to Telecross and checks are made and or the appropriate family or services are notified.
Become a volunteer or register someone you know in need of this life saving service.
There are even Corporate registrations where your staff can make a quick call first thing in the morning. Saving lives in bulk, now that's what I would call putting the people back into big business. |
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CELEBRANT'S FOR ALL OR ANY OCCASION :
For many years Whats On Central Coast has been most happily assisting many visitors with their wedding plans.
A one stop spot for the Venue, caterers, and the entertainment has been a great help.
I am happy to say we can now add to the list a Marriage Celebrant (to suit all tastes and beliefs) or two. Well not only for tying the knot but also for Baby Naming Ceremonies, Reaffirmation of Vows, Commitment Ceremonies, Funerals or any ceremony that may require a celebrant.
LYNN HEYWOOD; Lynn is a Certified Marriage Celebrant based on the NSW Central Coast. For more information on her professional practice or a little about her personality, please check out the Lynn Heywood website. While you're there feel free to have a look through some of her previous clients response to her heartwarming service in the testimonials page. If you would like to talk to Lynn directly, you can do so through the contact portal.
 JIM HEYWOOD;
Performing at weddings for over 30 years as an entertainer and Master of Ceremonies, being closely involved in the happiness of many couples, the obvious choice to become a Civil Marriage Celebrant was a forgone conclusion
Jim’s other ceremonial duties include:- Baby Naming's, Reaffirmation Of Vows, Commitment Ceremonies, Funerals, Memorials, Scattering Of Ashes Ceremonies, Community Gatherings And Events, Special Rituals. All Religious Beliefs Catered For.
In a Central Coast first Jim Heywood will conduct your wedding ceremony anytime of the day or night and any hour in the wee small hours of the morning, 7 days a week. His fee will remain the same as normal operating hours.
Jim Is also offering you
a free book, “Unique Weddings” with some wonderful idea to make your special day unique to the love you both share.
Contact Jim to receive your copy.
For more information please see JIM HEYWOODS WEBSITE. |
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FREE AQUA AROBIC GROUP:
Free Aqua Aerobic Group (only cost is fee into the pool) for 50's + in warm water.
You don't have to be able to swim, any equipment used is supplied free.
For Men and women. No bookings necessary - just turn up. Wednesday mornings at 10 a.m.
Run by Gosford Senior Citizen Center Gosford this group has been going for three years.
Contact Rhonda the volunteer Team Leader for more information. |
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WAGS - WORKING AGED GROUP STROKE:
WAGS: Who are we?
Welcome to the world of WAGS - Working Aged Group Stroke (65 years & under).
We are a fun loving group of stroke survivors and carers,situated on the Central Coast of NSW, Australia, who meet each month to share experiences and information. We also meet at other times during the month for social outings with a view to forming friendships.
Our groups main aim is to raise awareness within the community of people of working age who have suffered from stroke and also to help the stroke survivor and their families to take control of their lives.
We encourage your carer to come along so that they too can find understanding and support.
If you have had a stroke or are the carer and need some company with people who will understand your situation, then come along to a meeting. Phone 0410 444 122 for more details.
Local meetings are held on the first Saturday of every month at Mingara Club, Mingara Drive, Tumbi from 10am to 12 noon. . Phone 43497799.
For more information please see the WAGS WEBSITE |
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 PCYC UMINA and BATEAU BAY:
These centre's provide an endless supply of activities for the local young residents and their families in a safe and happy environment.
The UMINA PCYC has a well equipped pay as you go weight gym, boxing facilities and a professional style sound booth, stage and lighting.
Scattered throughout the club are lounges to just sit and chill, x-Box games for the computer minded, pool tables, air hockey tables and a refreshment bar.
The regular activities Umina PCYC have are; gym sessions, tiny tots, boxing circuits, junior and senior boxing, school sports, traffic education, drama and discovery and the new monthly Pump dance parties.
PCYC BATEAU BAY:
The Blue Light Discos are held at Bateau Bay PCYC on the Last Friday of the month from 7.30pm $8 entry
We also have FRI ZONE which is on every other Friday (excluding the blue light nights)
FRI ZONE is from 6.30 – 8pm for kids aged 12 – 18yrs
It is free at the moment for Drop In Hip Hop Dance, and a $5 cost for youth aged over 15yrs who would like to participate in the Outreach Tafe course in Media (making movies on the laptop) IT IS A FUN NIGHT FOR TEENS!
We also have Kids in Sport held each Friday for kids 5 – 10yrs
Again this is a really fun night for kids. $5 each week and they get to participate in sports fundamentals and games!!!
We have Boxing for youth on Mondays and Thursdays from 4pm – 5pm at a $5 cost. Boxing with champion Bon Merovic.
We also have martial arts and little Dragons.
Bateau Bay PCYC is great for Youth and we regularly get all the kids together and perform at Central Coast events with singing and hip hop dance.
The Umina PCYC is located at 101 Osborne Avenue, Umina Beach. Enquiries can be made to Alison Carpenter on 4344 7851.
The Bateau Bay PCYC is located on The Entrance Road at Bateau Bay and enquiries can be made to Racquel Bissett on 4332 7000. |
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RAINBOW HAVEN: GYNAE SUPPORT GROUP:
In memory of Tracy Leigh Ahearn (25/11/1966 – 03/07/2005)
A local Gynaecological cancer support group has been organised for Central Coast patients, carers, their families and friends.
The group meets the last Monday of each month between 10am and 12 noon at the Cancer Council Building, 127 Erina Street, Gosford.
Everyone is welcome, whether touched by this illness or no and all assistance is greatly appreciated toward raising public awareness in an effort to gain some funding for research into this type of cancer.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Rainbow Haven Gynae support Group
127 Erina St, Gosford, NSW 2250
Contact: The Cancer Council NSW
Phone: 4325 5444
Fax: 4325 5688
Website: E-mail: |
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CENTRAL COAST GYMNASTIC ACADEMY :
Central Coast Gymnastics Academy service the northern end of the coast and are located at Charmhaven.
They cater for all kids 14mths-teens, specialising in boys and special need groups.
They also have a wonderful school holiday gym program to give the kids some active fun in holiday times.
Contact Maryanne on 0243 920 477 |
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GOSFORD APEX CLUB:
The Apex Club of Gosford which has been in operation since 1956, is reviewing its role in the community with a view to increasing its membership.
Apex is known nationally for its involvement in helping to establish The Royal Flying Doctor Service, Royal Guide Dogs for the Blind, children's cancer and leukaemia research, life education and many more worthwhile causes.
There are few towns or localities in Australia that cannot boast an Apex park, scout hall or community facility that Apex has not assisted in some way.
Clubs have been in the forefront in providing assistance to the aged, disabled and the young.
Some of the upcoming events the Apex Club of Gosford will be involved with in the latter part of 2011 include Daffodil Day for the Cancer Council, assisting at the Guide Dogs of NSW open day, holding a charity movie night, selling Christmas trees and organising Carols in Kibble Park - an event that we have hosted for over 50 years.
Members are also welcome to suggest future activities.
Apex Clubs provide the opportunity for members to learn new skills in meeting procedure, effective speaking and in developing leadership.
A great opportunity exists to meet other young people from a diversity of backgrounds and employment. Lasting friendships have developed with the families of other members through contacts made in Apex.
These aspects of personal development and growth have proved beneficial to thousands of Apexians in leading them to becoming better citizens and employees. |
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VIEW CLUBS:
VIEW women know their organisation is unique. Where else can a woman find a group that gives her the opportunity to:
*Meet regularly with other women of all ages and from all walks of life
*Have a forum to discuss and exchange ideas
*Secure lasting friendships
*Learn new skills and develop new interests
*Have fun times together with others
*Do good deeds and help others
VIEW women are seriously committed to providing educational opportunities for disadvantaged Australian children and their families, and have great fun while actively contributing in their local communities. VIEW is non-sectarian and non-party political.
For more information on local VIEW Clubs please visit the website
LOCAL VIEW CLUBS:
The Bateau Bay VIEW Club meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 10.45am at the Bay Sports Club, Bias Ave, Bateau Bay. Enquiries 4332 0904. |
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LIONS CLUBS:
Fellowship...good times...meeting people... building lasting friendships...service to the community... learning new skills... leadership and personal development-these are just some of the benefits of being a member of Lions Club, the world's largest and most active service club organisation.
For more information on Lions Clubs please visit the website.
LOCAL LIONS CLUBS:
Avoca, Charmhaven, Chittaway Bay, Doyalson-Wyee-Budgewoi, East Gosford, Gorokan-Kanwal, Gosford Challenge, Gosford City, Green Point - Avoca, Gwandalan, Killarney Bateau, Munmorah-Summerland Point, Narara Valley, Terrigal-Wamberal, The Entrance, Toukley, Woy Woy, Wangi Wangi, Wyoming, Wyong
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ROTARY CLUBS:
Rotary Food/Drink van for your Event
If your Central Coast event requires food, drinks and coffee and you would like to support Gosford North Rotary Clubs please contact;
Rotarian Arthur Edwards;
Ph
4384 6617
Mob 0418 248 625.
The food van is fully equipped, council compliant and manned by volunteer Rotarians to cater for all outdoor events and profits will go to local community projects.
Thanks for your support of Rotary.
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What would it take to change the world? Rotary International is the world's first service club organization, with more than 1.2 million members in 33,000 clubs worldwide. Rotary club members are volunteers who work locally, regionally, and internationally to combat hunger, improve health and sanitation, provide education and job training, promote peace, and eradicate polio under the motto Service Above Self.
LOCAL ROTARY CLUBS:
Gosford, Gosford Golf Club, Racecourse Rd., Gosford 4369 1586,
The Entrance, Mingara Recreational Club, Mingara Dr., Tumbi 4389 2040,
Woy Woy, Everglades Country Club, Woy Woy 4369 7496,
Terrigal Rotary Hall, Old Duffy's Rd., Terrigal 4384 5845 |
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YOUTH CENTRES:
Where would we be without our local PCYC's and Youth Centres giving our kids something to do in places safe to be?
CENTRAL COAST YOUTH CENTRE LOCATIONS AND CONTACTS:
The Hill Youth Centre;
98 Mitchell Drive Kariong Phone (02) 4304 7039
Acting Centre Coordinator - Michelle Tilden EMAIL MICHELLE
Kincumber Youth Centre
Off Kincumber Street, Kincumber (opposite Kincumber High School) Phone 4369 5633
Centre Coordinator - Jonathan Clarke - EMAIL JONATHAN
The Hub - Erina
North South Road, Erina Fair Phone 4304 7104
Centre Coordinator - Steve Knee EMAIL STEVE
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COUNCIL INITIATIVES AND SERVICES |
BRIGHT IDEA FOR RECYCLING:
A new recycling program for batteries, light globes and fluorescent tubes will commence at Council’s Customer Contact centres and libraries.
Residents can now bring in their unwanted batteries and fluorescent lights to collection points around the shire, rather than having to wait for the twice yearly chemical collection days.
Collection points and acceptable materials are:
* Civic Centre, Hely Street Wyong – batteries, fluorescent globes and fluorescent tubes
* Tuggerah Library and Lake Haven Library – batteries and fluorescent globes
* The Entrance Library, Bateau Bay Library and Toukley Library – batteries only.
Batteries and fluorescent lights contain harmful elements such as mercury, alkaline and lead acid, which can cause major environmental hazards, and can also pose a serious health risk, with the mercury in just one fluorescent tube polluting up to 30,000 litres of water.
“When incorrectly disposed, toxins from these materials can contaminate our local waterways and harm wildlife,” said Michael Neville, Council’s Waste and Sustainability Project Officer
“Recycling collections are the easiest way to reduce the possibility of damaging our environment and also allows for components of the batteries and lights to be reused.”
The recycling program has been introduced for a trial period of one year, at which time the success of the program will be evaluated.
The program has been funded by the NSW Government’s Waste and Sustainability Improvement Payment to help reduce the amount of materials being incorrectly disposed.
Please note, fluorescent tubes and light globes must be clean and unbroken to be accepted at Council’s offices.
For more information on the program call Council’s Customer Contact on 4350 5555.
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