Forum to discuss precinct park

The Peninsula Families Action Group has invited community groups to a forum to gather their ideas about a "precinct park" playground at Umina.

The meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 20, from 7pm to 9pm at the Beachside Family Centre, Umina.

"The Peninsula Families Action Group is a group of local community members aiming to create a better Peninsula for families with young children," said Beachside Family Centre facilitator Ms Debbie Notara.

"Our main objectives are to improve resources, facilities and opportunities for local families.

"Our current focus is our parks and play spaces.

"A large precinct park has been earmarked for development by the Gosford Regional Playground Strategy Committee.

"This park will replace the existing one between Umina Surf Club and Umina Public School.

"We are inviting local community organisations to a community forum in order to gather your ideas about what you would like to see in a Precinct Park at Umina."

Ms Notara said the forum will involve representatives from Gosford Council, who will present the draft concept drawings.

"This is an opportunity for you to hear about the plans so far, have input at this early stage and consider how you may be able to support the project in the future," Ms Notara said.

"We would greatly appreciate your attendance as a project such as Umina Precinct Park needs to have community ownership for it to be successful."

The meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 20, from 7pm to 9pm.

It will be held at the Beachside Family Centre in the grounds of Umina Public School, Sydney Ave, Umina.

Tea, coffee, cheese and wine will be provided.

Participants must book a place by the end of today, by contacting Ms Notara on 4343 1929.

Press release, 30 Jan 2007 Debbie Notara, Beachside Family Centre