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Times have changed and so should we

Forum – While sympathising with Paul Zahra’s obviously heartfelt, if slightly incoherent, attempt to defend the Union flag as part of our national flag, (Chronicle Forum Mar 10 “Great Britain…


Lifting the veil of obfuscation

Forum – So, Gary Murphy wasn’t even there when it happened or, if he was there, nobody told him what was going on or, if anybody mentioned it to him,…



Council meetings in Ourimbah?

Forum – If this is to remain the Central Coast Council and Gosford is considered to be the capital of the Central Coast by many (Work Cover and taxation buildings,…


Just clean the pipes

Forum – There are only phone numbers to ring on the “yourvoiceourcoast.com/woy-woy-floodplain” site. So, this is my written submission as a resident who does not agree that a “Flood Plain…





Council coverage appreciated

Forum – Thank you so much for the balanced editorials and reporting of this Council mess. Now the former CEO has joined the circus, blaming anyone who stands still. (Chronicle…


Charges should be waived

Forum – Congratulations to all involved in this year’s wonderful Australia Day Ceremony at Wagstaffe Square. This has become one of the most outstanding and iconic events of the year…



Another vote for a judicial enquiry

Forum – There is nothing like an increase in rates to stir up the silent majority, including myself. Over 10,000 did the online survey, another 15,000 are signing an e-petition…




Gas rigs mean fish and jobs

Forum – I notice that (Federal Opposition Leader) Anthony Albanese was here trying to restore the image of his party in the aftermath of the Labor-dominated Council spendathon. He also…


Don’t be too hard on councillors

Forum – Amalgamation is seldom easy, just remember your family and your partner’s family when you got married and multiply that saga by at least 1,000. The amalgamation of councils…




Judicial Inquiry needed

Forum – There is nothing like an increase in rates to stir up the silent majority, including myself. More than 10,000 people did the online survey, another 15,000 (so far)…


Do you know the Thompson family?

Forum – I am trying to find the family of Robert (Bob) Thompson, son of John and Elizabeth Thompson who lived at Kikoria NSW. Robert and Joan, with their three…