Woy Woy oval not actually open

After reading the article in the last issue of Peninsula News, I was looking forward to visiting the new Woy Woy Oval and having a practice sit in the new grandstand.

I was very disappointed therefore when I was advised by some workmen that the facility was not, in fact open, and would not be available until lots more landscaping had been completed.

He suggested that the first League game might not be until May.

After a little research, I discovered that immediately after the "opening" was the closing.

The pollies and media would only have just been out of sight when the bunting blocking entry was being re-erected.

No wonder the time and place of the ceremony was kept secret.

It was also interesting to read the comments by Lucy Wicks extolling the great benefits which will flow from the development.

Unfortunately, Lucy, your information about new car parking is totally wrong.

The magnificent landscaping was at the expense of over 50 much-needed spaces and I just wonder how many jobs will be created with one little cafe.

Email, 31 Mar 2016

Fred Charles, Woy Woy