Oval is open, whether or not it is functioning

Regarding the opening of the redeveloped Woy Woy oval, two of your contributors, Mr Fred Charles and Mr Norman Harris appear to have difficulty in understanding what constitutes the opening of an establishment.

They also appear to be Labor supporters.

I have no problem in admitting I am a Liberal voter, my view being that in the main, Australia has fared better with Liberal rule.

Undisputable facts in regards to the opening of the redeveloped Woy Woy oval include the authority for the official opening which occurred on March 19 was the sole domain of Gosford Council.

The plaque evidencing the opening showed that the opening was carried out by Ms Lucy Wicks, Ms Kathy Smith and Mr Lawrie McKinna.

Whether the oval was functioning fully, partially or not at all is irrelevant.

For example, assume a contract was in place to proceed with an undertaking from the date the redeveloped oval was officially opened, the law can only recognize March 19.

No other date including the first function date, date of completion of the development could be permitted naturally the day the oval is fully functional is of great interest.

None the less, the official date must take precedence if only because of its certainty.

The plaque mentions the fact that funds were provided by the Federal Government, the State Government and Gosford Council.

I cannot see why the old adage "credit where credit is due" should not apply to this magnificent development.

Therefore it seems to me that either one or all of the representatives shown on the plaque is, or are, entitled to as they say, "Blow their own trumpet".

What is wrong with Ms Wicks reminding the public of her role in the development?

Letter, 11 Apr 2016

Colin Williams, Ettalong Beach