Issue 502

Celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary

Robert Barry Moulds and Patricia (Putland) Moulds of Umina are celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary on September 10.After marrying in 1960 at St Stephen’s Church, Mittagong, the couple moved in with Mr Moulds’ parents in…


Group cleans up for Covid-safe events

The Bays Community Group is hoping to run some events while coronavirus restrictions are still in place, according to group president Ms Gwenneth Weir.“We are currently finalising The Bays Covid Safety Plan which we have…


Covid-Safe registrations jump in the past month

The number of businesses on the Peninsula which have registered for Covid-Safe credentials has have jumped from 62 to 263 in the past month.Registering as a Covid-Safe business is mandatory for gyms, places of worship,…


Car boot sale put on hold until next year

Woy Woy Peninsula Lions Club has cancelled its monthly car boot sale and barbecue for the rest of the year.Club president Mr Ian Taylor said the event which was normally held in the car park…


Bridge players asked to pre-book sessions

The Brisbane Water Bridge Club is asking players to pre-book their sessions.“Due to Covid-19 physical distancing requirements and to facilitate playing movements, we are requesting all session participants pre-book,” said organiser Ms Tracey Dillon.Players can…


Recognising the unsung heroes

Member for Gosford Ms Liesl Tesch says she is wanting to recognise the unsung heroes, small businesses and community organisations – “those helping others or doing great work”.“If you know one and would like them…


Knitting rugs and quilts for Elsie’s Retreat

Woy Woy branch of the Country Women’s Association has decided to knit rugs and quilts for Elsie’s Retreat, a new palliative care unit opening at Gosford Hospital in March.“We are committed and passionate about supporting…



Cake ingredients wanted

The Umina branch of the Country Women’s Association is asking Peninsula residents to donate ingredients for cakes for the annual Mary Mac’s Christmas lunch in December.The branch is responding to a request from organisers at…


School holiday program at PCYC

Umina Beach PCYC has announced it will run a Spring School Holiday Program.The program will cater to children between the ages of five and 12 and will include activities such as gymnastics and archery.There are…