THURSDAY, 28 NOVEMBER 2024
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Paddle out aims to break world record
News
Take 3 rolls out free surf life saving club program See page 9
Out&About
Central Coast surfers, surf ski riders, kayakers and swimmers are being called upon to help create The World’s Largest Ever Paddle Out in support of young people impacted by domestic violence on December 1. See page 7 Event organiser Sam Hilton
Christmas magic on the Central Coast See page 15
Education
Possible reprieve for Gosford Library
Gosford Library is set for demolition but a reprieve could be in sight
The Gosford Library building in Kibble Park might yet be saved, with a review ordered into its proposed demolition. The building was slated for demolition when the new regional library being built across the road is completed early in 2025. The demolition was a decision made by the former Administrator but the councillors – in their second ordinary meeting since being elected – voted for a review at the November 26 meeting. Councillor Margot Castles put forward a motion item asking for a quick review led by interested councillors to cover: the building’s heritage value; community opportunities for its ongoing use; and environmental benefits of its preservation.
CEO David Farmer countered with a competing motion for a report covering costs to bring the building up to current National Construction Code requirements including: disability access;. ongoing maintenance costs; safety; heritage significance and any other constraints as well as opportunities for its ongoing use an the environmental benefits of its preservation. Castle’s motion won, unanimously, in a rare show of agreement from all 15 councillors. So far, in most major decisions, the vote has split 8-7 with the Liberals and Team Central Coast making up the eight and the Labor and two independents with seven. Continued page 10
Students treated to special rescue chopper visit See page 27
Sport
Major award for Charmhaven swim school See page 31
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