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Gosford

Look who is – and who isn’t – on these six advisory committees

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The Mayor is on every one of the six committees listed below but four councillors are not on any of these going to council for ratification on Monday night. The four councillors are Greg Best, Chris Burke, Lisa Matthews and Jillian Hogan. Only six community members applied to be on the Gosford CBD and Waterfront Advisory Committee which could have accepted up to eight … [Read more...] about Look who is – and who isn’t – on these six advisory committees

How many expenses should Councillors rack up: have your say

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 Councillors have asked for pay-backs of up to $500 a night for accommodation and meals in their proposed policy on being reimbursed for the costs of their civic duties. But they would have to pay for their own alcohol. Travel costs can rise to $27,500 a year but each Councillor must travel economy for any flights under three hours and only premium economy for longer … [Read more...] about How many expenses should Councillors rack up: have your say

Fitzgerald Principles – Central Coast candidates who signed

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Only a handful of council candidates have taken the pledge to tell the truth and to work solely in the public interest if elected this weekend. So if you're unsure who to vote for in this weekend's Central Coast Council elections, take a look at these candidates, listed by wards. These people have signed the  Fitzgerald Principles. The Entrance Nathan Bracken - … [Read more...] about Fitzgerald Principles – Central Coast candidates who signed

Gosford West ward – candidates

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  Christine Keene - independent I have not signed anything prior to the election because I need time and consultation with the various organisations to ensure my commitments are in the right direction.  I have been approached by many worthwhile organisations/groups and hopefully will have the opportunity to build strong relationships.  I am very practical, a good … [Read more...] about Gosford West ward – candidates

De-merger will come, says Greens candidate

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Any business that hasn't been able to merge two websites in 18 months is  struggling, says Greens candidate Stephen Pearson. He is talking about the new Central Coast Council website which still offers a link to either Wyong or Gosford on its main page. He believes a de-merger is inevitable. "Any enterprise that cannot achieve a single website in 18 months is clearly … [Read more...] about De-merger will come, says Greens candidate