Centrelink to move to Woy Woy

Centrelink has confirmed its plan to relocate its Ettalong Customer Service Centre to Woy Woy.

NSW state media advisor Mr Paul Creedon verified Centrelink's plan to relocate the Ocean View Rd branch to Woy Woy in February next year.

Mr Creedon said the decision was initially "out of (their) hands" since the lease on the Ettalong building was not renewed.

"I think the move will be a positive one for the community," Mr Creedon said.

He said Woy Woy was central to the public transport system.

"The new location will make better access for customers since Woy Woy is close to buses and trains," Mr Creedon said.

Mr Creedon said the exact location of the new Woy Woy branch was still "being looked into" to ensure it would be a "state of the art, modern facility".

Clare Graham, 23 Mar 2007