INDEPENDENT: Craig Doyle

Better known as "Our Road Warrior", Craig Doyle has assembled a true team of non-party affiliated Independents.

This allows the hard questions to be asked, without fear or favour.

Sometimes the positive influence of being Independent allows areas such as the Peninsula to have a real voice in negotiations.

Certainly the various groups will be claiming to be a voice for the Peninsula; however the difference between groups will be that "the Group G is committed to not pulling any punches and ensuring the following are high on the council agenda":

Improving the roads, particularly Blackwall Rd , Ocean Beach Rd, Patonga Drive, and the fight for the Bulls Hill by-pass on Woy Woy Rd

Introducing a program to ensure the footpaths, kerbing and drainage issues are brought to a conclusion, allowing each street to have a say in the various options

A commitment to the Peninsula Urban Design Strategy, and the Ettalong Plan of Management, to ensure that the development and enhancement of the Peninsula is in line with residents expectations.

Increased funding for recreational areas and facilities beyond the fantastic Peninsula Leisure Centre, including sporting fields and playground upgrades.

A common sense, straight talking and community consultation will form the centrepiece of the "Go forward" for the Peninsula.

A commitment to the environment, both natural and built.

Development will happen, however it has to be balanced.

The questions will be asked by Group G: does it stack up environmentally, socially and economically?

If the "Go Forward" for the Peninsula sounds like this, vote one for "Group G-

Craig Doyle, the True Independent" on September 13.

Craig Doyle, Independent