Peninsula in the news
Here is a summary of news items about the Peninsula appearing in other news media over the last two weeks.
Wednesday April 6
Armed robbers escaped with thousands of dollars in a violent raid on Club Umina recently.
Dozens of poker machines were smashed open and cash from the safe stolen while terrified staff were bailed up in the office.
Express Asdvocate
Wednesday April 13
The steam locomotive 3801 and its sister trains will travel the Central Coast line more frequently this year.
The 3801 will operate on special school holiday day trips from Sydney to Gosford and return every day from July 4 to July 8.
Express Advocate
Thursday April 14
A Umina Beach man convicted of possessing child pornography has been fined $1500 after losing an appeal against the severity of his sentence in Gosford District Court.
The man was put on a three-year good behaviour bond on February 8 after he pleaded guilty to possessing child pornography on September 25 last year.
Express Advocate
A self-confessed animal lover is appealing to locals to help her save the life of an abused kitten.
Tracey Hall of Woy Woy said she didn't hesitate to take the kitten in when she heard of the ordeal it had endured.
Sun Weekly
Friday April 15
Patonga Dr and Pearl Beach Dr must continue to be monitored for slope instability, said Pear Beach Progress Association president Kay Williams.
Ms Williams said geotechnical specialists must monitor the area.
Express Advocate
Peninsula Chamber of Commerce has described a draft strategy on the future direction of the Peninsula as disappointing.
Peninsula Chamber of Commerce president Matthew Wales said the Peninsula Urban Directions Strategy, on public exhibition at Gosford Council, offered "nothing new".
Express Advocate
The Pearl Beach Progress Association wants to preserve the memory of these "fabulous fibro".
It is now collecting pictures of these houses in their village to capture the area's history.
Express Advocate
Dianne Hanna has jelly moulds of varying shapes and sizes but not much of the tasty dessert is eaten in her Umina Beach home.
"These are more for show than for practical use," she said.
Express Advocate
Killcare's surf patrol has been boosted by a new Gemini Inflatable Rescue Boat.
The new boat means the club can conduct training for new IRB drivers for next season.
Express Advocate
It was only a year ago that Umina Beach schoolgirl Amanda Bartrim was introduced to the demanding sport of pole vault.
Amanda, now 13, is the fourth ranked open women's competitor in NSW.
Express Advocate