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Collapse Issue 419 - 15 May 2017Issue 419 - 15 May 2017
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Group granted $100,000 to solve doctor shortage
Pearl Beach properties vulnerable, says coastal plan
Council could divert Budget money away from Peninsula
Dredging needed now to keep ferry, says Chamber
Jetski riders argue for responsible use
Liesl Tesch is sworn in
New dune to be built at southern end of Pearl Beach
Ettalong residents in long-distance drive for charity
Charged with property damage and theft
Drainage work considers rare bushland
Surf patrol captain describes dramatic rescue
Commercial fisherman starts digital publication
Rotary presents Pride of Workmanship awards
Residents given 30 days to comment on council budget
Labor forum compares Robertson to Wentworth
Films shown by Bouddi Society
Fire station open day
New levy with rates
Lifejacket van visits Patonga
Collection for Mary Mac's
Empire Bay Probus Club forms
Craft group to hold high tea
Trash and treasure raises money for fire brigade
New name for refurbished market stalls
Mortgage brokers listed as awards finalists
Rain recorded on just one day
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Pothole exercise is excuse to do nothing
Halt DA supported by 'theoretical strategy'
Peninsula might end up with no representation at all
Anzac Day at Patonga
I will fight for the people of Gosford West ward
A far cry from former Prime Ministers
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Mobile dialysis in Umina
Fundraiser for accident victim
Cupcake challenge for Cancer Council
Planning to support the Cancer Council
Volunteers are thanked with special lunch
Spreading the word about polymyositis
What aged care is wanted?
New psychologist at private hospital
Burpees on the beach
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Weekend of music at Pearl Beach
Illustrator gives presentation to Rotary club
Farce to open for Woy Woy Little Theatre
Lime and Steel to play at folk club
Exhibiting at the Botanical Gardens
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College wins grand champion purebred steer award
Parents ask for help to learn for Naplan tests
Comprehensive heritage calendar
Senior boys win Woy Woy Cup
Maintenance works
Primary parents invited to College forums
Wins in softball and football
Live broadcast
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Cycling medals for Hugh Gray
Volunteers wanted for Nippers with special needs
First win to Woy Woy
Lorna Buckworth Shield played at Umina
Zac wins Rookie award
Bowling club holds rescheduled charity day
Stableford competition at Everglades
Bridge winners
Men's Fours

Jetski riders argue for responsible use

The Wagstaffe-Killcare Community Association has heard presentations from local jetski riders and a jetski business, arguing for the responsible use of jetskis in local waters.

"However, many people here are still not convinced," said association president, Ms Peta Colebatch.

She said two keen local jetski riders presented their views at a meeting held on April 10.

They produced a number of emails they had solicited that supported the responsible use of jetskis.

Ms Colebatch said: "Later in the meeting the owner of a business selling water craft was given the opportunity to put forward his perspective.

"He noted the number of people he employed, the business it created (selling over 300 units a year), and the steps being taken to encourage responsible use of the skis, including the development of the Responsible Rider Program."

He said that steps were being taken by the industry to ensure that good behaviour was encouraged.

"All keen jet ski riders stressed that they were doing the right thing and respecting others in the community."

A Central Coast jet ski community group was reported to have been created on Facebook.

However, Ms Colebatch said residents were not convinced.

"Many people here have outlined the problems they have encountered when trying to peacefully swim or kayak, or when they have tried to point out the problems to some jet ski riders.

"Clearly this is an issue about which many people have strong feelings, so further discussion will continue.

"A positive outcome of our meeting was being able to discuss the issue with those who have contact with the industry and who can communicate with their members," she said.





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