GREENS: Terri Latella

My commitment in 2004 stands and is even stronger: I will work hard for the community of the Peninsula not just in the decision-making process, but as your voice toward a healthier community.

State and Federal funding cuts have worn away at council budgets for maintenance and management of public infrastructure.

This is no excuse and is not what the Peninsula deserves.

You need councillors with progressive ideas that are prepared to speak up and pressure whatever tier of government necessary to obtain vital funding for community services, a public transport system with car parking facilities and more trains and real management of roads and drains whilst protecting our unique bushland and beach environment.

I will not only be a voice for the public, and a watchdog against developer interests but I will work hard to make sure the vital changes are made.

Dr Peter Freewater, second candidate on The Greens ticket is a Peninsula resident.

With his experience, having worked at Gosford Council and as a professional marine ecologist, we have the guts and experience to put an end to buck-passing and to look at responsible environmental and economic management for the Peninsula.

"Think Global, Act Local" on September 13.

The Peninsula is in dire need of people on council who will work hard to ensure that the needs of the community are met.

The people that you vote in at the next local government election can make a real difference in delivering the necessary vital services and not caving into the interests of developers.

Vote one, The Greens.

Terri Latella, The Greens