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25.01.2022 Statement from The Premiers Office STATEMENT FROM GLADYS BEREJIKLIAN AND BRAD HAZZARD Given the current situation on the Northern Beaches and increasing concern about transmission of COVID-19 in other parts of Greater Sydney (which includes Wollongong) new restrictions will be in place on New Year’s Eve. ... This decision has been made taking into account updated health advice from Chief Health Officer, Dr Kerry Chant. For New Year’s Eve in Greater Sydney (including Wollongong, Central Coast and Blue Mountains) the following will apply; Household gatherings will be limited to 5 visitors (including children). The limit for outdoor gatherings will be reduced from 50 to 30. Restrictions for the northern zone of the Northern Beaches remain the same but for the southern zone of the Northern Beaches the following will now apply; Household gatherings will be limited to 5 visitors from within your zone (including children). These changes come into effect from midnight tonight (Wednesday 30 December) and will be in place until further notice. People are encouraged to limit non-essential gatherings over the New Year period where possible to further minimise the risk of transmission in the community. We thank the community for their patience. Our priority is always to keep the community safe. We are watching the emerging situation closely and will update the community accordingly should any further changes be required. ENDS

24.01.2022 WARNING The NSW Liberal Government is planning on removing mobile speed camera warning signs in NSW. Speed camera warning signs are a crucial safety feature on our roads.... The NRMA has urged the Government to reconsider its decision and said signs are essential to educate drivers and prevent road deaths. Warnings for fixed speed cameras will remain in place. Drive to Survive principal Ian Luff told Ben Fordham it’s equivalent to a speeding tax. It’s a well-known fact that having signage out there draws attention to something and that changes driver behaviour. I just believe that taking those signs away, having concealed vehicles hidden on the sides of footpaths is an easy way for governments to raise revenue. https://www.2gb.com/call-it-what-it-is-removal-of-speed-ca/

22.01.2022 This year has been tough for local small businesses, and they need our support more than ever this Christmas. Toukley Car Park Butchery was voted Favourite Butcher 2019 on the Central Coast by the community. Spread the word and share on social media the amazing local businesses that are just located around the corner from us. ... There are countless small ways to support local businesses. Facebook Page: Toukley Car Park Butchery Contact: (02) 4396 3104 229 Main Road Toukley You can visit my website and view the local business directory http://www.davidharrismp.com.au/ Contact my Office if you want your business included in the Go Local First Campaign. #golocalfirst

18.01.2022 After further accidents on the Pacific Hwy at Charmhaven, I asked for an update from the Minister on what was happening with the safely audit and possible works to improve safety. Unfortunately it is still in the planning phase. I will continue to chase this issue up.

17.01.2022 NSW Government Out & About Scheme To help stimulate the NSW economy and keep businesses in business, the NSW Government has created the Out & About Scheme to support local hospitality, arts and tourism providers across the state. This program will be rolled out across the state from late January 2021.... How does the Out & About Scheme work? If you are a NSW resident and aged 18 and over, you will be eligible to receive four $25 digital vouchers ($100 in total). The vouchers can be used at participating eligible NSW businesses and venues who are registered as COVID safe. The Out & About Scheme will be divided into two categories: dining out two vouchers can be used to purchase food at venues such as restaurants, cafes, pubs and clubs. going out two vouchers can be used for activities, such as visiting cultural institutions, performing arts, cinemas and amusement parks. How do I access the vouchers? To participate in the Out & About Scheme, you must have a MyServiceNSW account. Customers are encouraged to access their vouchers from the Service NSW app. You can download the Service NSW app now and register for a MyServiceNSW account ahead of the vouchers becoming available in early 2021. Each voucher can only be used once. Where can I spend my vouchers? You can use your vouchers at participating and COVID-safe registered businesses. Further details on eligible business industries will be made available in the coming weeks. The vouchers cannot be used for gambling or to purchase tobacco or alcohol. https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/out-about-vouchers

14.01.2022 Latest Covid-19 Update (Jan 2 11am) The following measures for Greater Sydney (including Wollongong, Central Coast and Blue Mountains) are effective from midnight tonight; # Face masks will be mandatory in the following indoor settings: shopping (retail, supermarkets and shopping centres), public/shared transport, indoor entertainment (including cinemas and theatres), places of worship, hair and beauty premises. Face masks will also be mandatory for all staff in hospitality v...enues and casinos and for patrons using gaming services. Compliance will start from Monday, 4 January 2021 with $200 on the spot fines for individuals for non-compliance. Children under 12 are exempt but are encouraged to wear masks where practicable. # Gym classes reduced to 30 people. # Places of worship and religious services limited to 1 person per 4sqm up to a maximum of 100 people per separate area. # Weddings and funerals limited to 1 person per 4sqm up to a maximum of 100 people. # Outdoor performances and protests reduced to 500 people. # Controlled, outdoor gatherings (seated, ticketed, enclosed) reduced to 2,000 people. # Night clubs not permitted. People are still encouraged to limit non-essential gatherings and reduce their mobility where possible to further minimise the risk of transmission in the community. Whilst these measures do not apply to areas outside Greater Sydney (including Wollongong, Central Coast and Blue Mountains), we urge all residents and visitors across the State to practise COVID safe behaviours and get tested even if symptoms are mild.

14.01.2022 Great to catch up with Blu J's in front of their new mural 'no bad days'. Small businesses are the heartbeat of our local communities and the backbone of our economy. Fantastic mural by This Is My Happy Place... When you spend locally, dollars stay locally. Facebook Page: Blu J's Contact: (02) 4396 6609 51 Canton Beach Rd Toukley You can visit my website and view the local business directory http://www.davidharrismp.com.au/ Contact my Office if you want your business included in the Go Local First Campaign. #golocalfirst

13.01.2022 I say NO to a 10% Amalgamation Tax on local residents rates. The NSW Liberals idealogical obsession with merging Councils has led to a situation where merged Councils are financially broken. Now there is a plan to increase rates to prop up Central Coast Council's financial situation. ... Research has shown that in the three years since the 20 Councils were merged they have collectively lost $1.03 billion. Gladys Berejiklian has also been caught out spending money meant for merged Councils on Liberal seats before the last election. The Liberals will try to tell you Amalgamation isn't to blame but the facts say otherwise which is why I opposed merging the two Councils in 2016. Research from Queensland and Victoria demonstrated clearly that when Councils got too big they actually lost efficiencies and cost more to operate. I will oppose any attempt to charge higher rates to pay for the Liberals failed experiment. Our local residents can't afford it. https://theconversation.com/do-mergers-make-for-better-coun

13.01.2022 Today the Premier announced arrangements for New Years Eve fror areas including the Central Coast. Note these arrangements are subject to a new Health Order and Police have been given powers to enforce the Orders. COVID UPDATE... Here is the latest COVID Update as we head into the New Year’s Eve Celebrations. There are restrictions for people heading into the Sydney CBD for celebrations, see attached NYE Arrangements Media Tile. Home gatherings are capped at 10 visitors in total including children. Outdoor gatherings such as picnics are limited to 50 people. It’s important that during this time of celebration we all play our part and remain vigilant. If you are feeling unwell don’t risk it, get tested if you display any Covid symptoms. Stay Safe Everyone.

11.01.2022 Vinnies counselling service at Wyong Christmas closure dates is as follows. Last day open: Wednesday 23rd December 2020 Closed from Thursday 24th December 2020 Friday 8th January 2021.... Reopen: Monday 11th January 2021.

11.01.2022 The Ary Toukley are supporting local businesses with their Shop Local promotion. Shop local and win at the Ary.

10.01.2022 Night work on Wallarah Road and Main Road from Kanwal to Noraville, from Sunday 22 November. The NSW Government is funding essential maintenance work between the Pacific Highway, Kanwal and Wilfred Barrett Drive, Noraville to improve the visibility of line marking on roadways and at intersections and safety for all road users.... Transport for NSW will carry out the work, which includes removing and renewing existing line marking at intersections, roundabouts and traffic lights. The work will improve line marking at each intersection including school zone markings and pedestrian crossings. During the next four weeks work will be taking place at intersections in your area and expect to complete the work at each intersection in one night, weather permitting. Working between 6pm and 5am from Sunday to Friday. Transport for NSW will let you know in advance if they need to do any work outside these times. How will the work affect you? The work will involve the use of machinery which generates some noise. They will make every effort to minimise noise by arranging the work in stages at different locations, completing noisier activities earlier in the night and turning off machinery and vehicles when not in use. Traffic changes There will be some temporary traffic changes to ensure the work zone is safe. Lane closures and a 40km/h speed limit will be in place during work hours and may affect travel times. Please keep to speed limits and follow the direction of traffic controllers and signs. For the latest traffic updates, you can call 132 701, visit livetraffic.com or download the Live Traffic NSW App.

07.01.2022 Night work on Wyong Road from Chittaway Bay to Long Jetty, from Sunday 29 November. The NSW Government is funding essential maintenance work between Chittaway Road, Chittaway Bay and the Central Coast Highway, Long Jetty, to improve safety for all road users.... Transport for NSW will carry out the work, which includes renewing existing line marking at intersections, roundabouts and traffic lights. The work will improve line marking at each intersection including school zone markings and pedestrian crossings. During the next four weeks work will be taking place at intersections in your area and expect to complete the work at each intersection in one night, weather permitting. Working between 6pm and 5am from Sunday to Friday. Transport for NSW will let you know in advance if they need to do any work outside these times. How will the work affect you? The work will involve the use of machinery which generates some noise. They will make every effort to minimise noise by arranging the work in stages at different locations, completing noisier activities earlier in the night and turning off machinery and vehicles when not in use. Traffic changes There will be some temporary traffic changes to ensure the work zone is safe. Lane closures and a 40km/h speed limit will be in place during work hours and may affect travel times. Please keep to speed limits and follow the direction of traffic controllers and signs. For the latest traffic updates, you can call 132 701, visit livetraffic.com or download the Live Traffic NSW App.

06.01.2022 2021 NSW Seniors Festival Grants Program Open Now The Grants Program provides $200,000 in seed funding to organisations and councils to run local festival programs and activities that provide opportunities for people over 60 to remain active, healthy, engaged and contributing to their local communities. Who Can Apply?... Category 1 and 2 not-for-profit organisations charitable organisations public companies limited by guarantee local government authorities based in NSW Category 3 local government organisations only The 2021 NSW Seniors Festival will run 13 - 24 April. Applications close Thursday 4 February 2021 More info https://www.seniorsfestival.nsw.gov.au//nsw-seniors-festiv

05.01.2022 The COVID-19 Cross Border Sport Fund is part of the NSW Government’s Community Sport Recovery Package, specifically targeting NSW border grassroot clubs and associations that have been impacted by COVID-19. Eligible applicants will be able to receive up to $1,000, to assist organisations with fixed costs incurred between March and June 2020, where they have not already received financial assistance or relief from local, state or Commonwealth governments or others such as a NS...W SSO or SSOD. Applications Close: Tuesday,15 December 2020 More Information https://www.sport.nsw.gov.au//covid-19-cross-border-sport-

05.01.2022 Yesterday I was privileged to host the Junior Directors from Wyong Community Bank Branch of Bendigo Bank At Parliament of NSW. It was great to talk to such inspirational young people who have served as Junior Directors for this year and developed a financial literacy program for students which they will implement. ... Zaxson from Gorokan High School and Ashleigh and Justin from Wyong High School have done a great job.

04.01.2022 What an amazing, crazy year. Fires, floods, Covid-19......... But with the Lows come HIGHS. Thanks to all the amazing people in our community who bring so much grace, compassion, talent and commitment. From Volunteering heroes to small business owners and our incredible front-line workers.... You all deserve an incredible shout out Here's hoping for a 2021 with far more HIGHS and fewer Lows. Best Wishes to you ALL HAPPY NEW YEAR See more

03.01.2022 NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian is exposing her poor judgement on a more regular basis. People have been forgiving her indiscretions because of Covid-19 but the NSW electorate needs to start scrutinising her performance more closely. Gladys record of "misjudgements" (List not exhaustive)... Sydney Light Rail massive cost blow-outs and delivery times for a transport mode which is slower and has less capacity than buses it was meant to replace. Failed Stadium plan and moving Powerhouse Museum. Parramatta ferries not fit for purpose. 'Poor relationship" blamed on not reporting potentially corrupt conduct even after ICAC announced investigation. Approving $250m in grants after "changing" guidelines and then SHREDDING all associated documents and WIPING hard drives. Cutting the wages of frontline health workers, nurses, police, ambulance, teachers and other public sector workers in a pandemic. Failing to act on iCare Workers Compensation debacle. Failing to discipline Police Minister who impersonated a Police Officer. Promising no more privatisations before the election then after the election proposing privatisations. Failing to follow her own Covid-19 testing protocols. Crows about transport projects being on time and on budget and then the next day sacks the transport Chief because of transport blow-outs and time delays?? Has shonky land deals referred to ICAC and seemingly cancels Stage 2 Parramatta Light Rail. Has Ministers in open conflict in regards protecting Koalas, Energy policy including members of her own team crossing the floor to vote with the Opposition. When do people start adding up the cost of these "poor" decisions, mistruths and blatant mismanagement? https://www.smh.com.au//berejiklian-admits-to-breaking-cov