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…
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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,…
Why doesn’t council make money by redeveloping its own building?
Forum – I write regarding the future of 49 Mann St Gosford (Gosford Council chambers). This building is soundly built, designed by local firm Grenfell Frazer and could easily be…
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…
Current financial crisis due to a combination of factors
Forum – Just like most aircraft crashes, it is a combination of factors. As a former council employee, I consider the contributory factors for the current financial crisis are as…
We need more than a picayune tinkering with a system
Forum – Labor and The Greens need to get a life, instead of rabbitting on about the Council merger (Chronicle ps 3,4 5 Mar 3) which is a done deal…
What does legislation repeal mean for residents?
Forum – The State Government’s repeal of the Warnervale Airport (Restrictions) Act 1996 (the WAR Act) has passed in Parliament with the support of Labor. What does this mean for…
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…
Is the Administrator from a different planet?
Forum – Can someone help me understand why in the midst of a financial crisis the (Central Coast Council) Administrator is planning to spend approximately $28M building a regional library?…
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…
Gary Murphy more believable than the Administrator?
Forum – In reply to “CEO Sets Record Straight” I, like many other residents thought that the Council problems were caused by Gary Murphy whereas they obviously were not. To…
Welcome to Gosford … do you like our twee pseudo-Aboriginal decorations and our glorious Finance Building
Forum – Adam Crouch must be funning us when he boasts about the Leagues Club Field, that delivering “more than 20,000 square metres of (open space) … is a fantastic…
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…
Carbon dioxide does not influence climate
Forum – I am bewildered by the lack of rigour in the media over carbon dioxide emissions and its effect on the climate. Anyone with an ounce of intellect will…
NSW Government not to blame for Council’s situation
Forum – Kevin Humphrey’s contention (Chronicle Forum p15 Feb 17) that “the present financial condition (of the Council) is a direct result of the amalgamation” of the previous Gosford and…
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…