Tribute and condolences

A simple floral tribute was placed on the wire mesh fence, between the road and railway line near the intersection of Rawson Rd and Railway St, following Monday's fatality.

A hand-painted sign read: "RIP Old Mate".

"It is a terribly sad event," said Central Coast Council Administrator Mr Ian Reynolds.

"My condolences go out to the family and friends of the gentleman and to the train driver and friends and the train driver," Mr Reynolds said.

Peninsula Chamber of Commerce President, Mr Matthew Wales said: "From the business community's point of view, we really are in sympathy with the family who has lost this gentleman," said

"It is a tragedy whatever the circumstances," Mr Wales said.

NSW Shadow Minister for the Central Coast, Mr David Harris, said the man's death was a "tragedy" and sent his "heartfelt sympathies" to the man's family and friends.

Member for Gosford Ms Kathy Smith, who is currently on leave due to sickness, also said she wished to extend her condolences to the man's family.

Interview, 17 Jan 2017

David Harris, Shadow Minister for the Central Coast

Interview, 18 Jan 2017

Matthew Wales, Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

Interview, 17 Jan 2017

Ian Reynolds, Central Coast Council

Media statement, 20 Jan 2017

Kathy Smith, Member for Gosford

Reporter: Jackie Pearson