Association president thanks councillors and supporters

The Wagstaffe-Killcare Community Association president, Ms Peta Colebatch, has thanked former Gosford councillors, Ms Deanna Bocking and Mr Jim McFadyen, for their assistance.

Special mention was also made at the association's annual general meeting in May of the Rural Fire Service, Killcare Surf Life Saving Club and Gosford Council for their ongoing support.

Ms Colebatch said during the previous year the association had worked with other local groups with a common interest in opposing the Bells Green/Bells Living proposal to build 50 houses adjacent to Bells at Killcare in Killcare Heights.

She said the association had also opposed a council proposal to take 50 per cent of income earned from community hall and tennis court facilities throughout the LGA.

It had also supported the former council's heritage review by putting forward a community nomination for the heritage listing of Wagstaffe Square and supported the nomination of other buildings.

Support was also extended to the non-denominational Christmas carols on the Waterfront organised by the Hardys Bay Community Church, Ms Colebatch said in her report to the AGM.

She said the association was involved with a number of projects, some taking longer than others to bring to fruition.

"We appreciate continued Council support for our Turo Park extension project which is partially complete," Ms Colebatch said.

"In the case of restoration of the Half Tide Rocks Track, we look forward to working in partnership with NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service," she said.

"Our proposed fitness project at the Pretty Beach end of Araluen Drive/Dog Track received some opposition.

"Following a meeting with those opposed, we have proposed screening from nearby houses.

"Certainly the Association does not wish any of its projects to cause division and remains open to amendment suggestions.

"The matter is now being considered by council," she said.

Ms Colebatch said successful art shows were held during the June and October long weekends and funds raised were allocated to the association's Future Arts Fund which over time will contribute suitable artistic works for the community.

Beautification of the area surrounding the Wagstaffe Hall continues.

The carvers continued their steady work under Terry Baker, completing a resplendent whale table in memory of the late Gay Bull, and work on a second table is expected to commence as soon as suitable timber becomes available.

Ideas are being canvassed for future projects, while follow-up is taking place on proposals, including a bubbler at Hardys Bay and the possibility of installing bike racks at suitable locations in both Hardys Bay and Wagstaffe.

The president thanked committee members for their continued support during the year: Mr Ian Bull; Ms Alex Sharp; Ms Fay Gunther; Mr Robyn Warburton; Mr Brent Walker; and Ms Helen Ferguson and the many others who assisted behind the scenes.

Special mention was made of Mr Bill Gregor (vice president) and Mr Jon Mason (hall convenor).

Ms Jeanette Martin and Ms Fay Gunther were thanked for organising Australia Day and Trash and Treasure, respectively.

Newsletter, 9 Jun 2016

Peta Colebatch, WTKCA