Home & Lifestyle Spring 2018

Home Lifestyle Central Coast

Editor’s Note... Welcome to the Spring edition of Central Coast Home & Lifestyle Magazine. For many of us, each new season marks a chance for renewal, and spring is no exception. We want our magazine to be entertaining and informative, but above all useful. Inside this issue you will find a great mixture of different topics for local readers which are relevant to the whole family and visitors to the Central Coast. Inspiring you to focus on healthy lifestyles to preserve our independence as we grow old, making improvements to make each and every room of your home a special space where you look forward to spending your time, exposing places to stay and places to go, to enjoy tasty food with attractive and comfortable surrounds and caring for our beloved pets, and much more. There is so much sadness and tragedy in our world and I often reflect on how good it feels to help others in need and expect nothing in return. Whenever possible I try and show people that they are not alone and someone cares by doing something for them that will help them, and make a difference to their day or lives. Some people make this their full time commitment in life, by offering their services to those in need, and they do not get paid for their time nor expect to. They are rewarded by the joy and fulfilment others feel from their good deeds. Our Rotary Groups are just one of many organisations that are giving their time and love to people less fortunate than them, that have met with misfortune and despair in their lives. What good people they are, those who show they care about others and put themselves last, and I hope that they are shown the same compassion in return if they ever need support. Be sure to read about their story on page 45 about some of the great accomplishments they have achieved. A special congratulations, to our two lucky winners of the Duoetto MK2 Water Heaters. Rosanne Poole of Kincumber and Phil Reynolds of Bensville, and thank you to all of our readers who entered the competition. I hope you enjoy our Spring issue. Stay safe and happy reading...

Publisher/Editor

Alison Robinson

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alison@centralcoasthomeandlifestyle.com.au

0408 630 214 or 4339 4190

Contributors

Guy Thornycroft Pro Flooring - Flooring Specialist Sharon Tieman Managing Director Premier Shades

Geoff Garlinge -Certified Health Counsellor Dip.HC MRA (Medical Register of Australia) Nutritional & Nutraceutical Cancer Support Specialist

Grania Howard Laserclear

Michael Bryer- Dinky Di Children’s Early Learning Centres

Miele Australia

Sandy Hunt Sharman Rotary Club Kincumber

Vickey Taylor, Horticulturist Burbank House and Garden

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Alison Robinson

Warm Regards,

Rock fishing safety tips Rock fishing is one of the most dangerous sports in Australia DO NOT rock fish when the conditions are dangerous. Stay alert to the weather conditions. Check the weather and the tide conditions before you leave home and monitor them while you’re out fishing. • Never turn your back on the ocean. • High tides can cover your rock fishing spot with water. Rising tides and high tides make waves break onto rock fishing locations. You might get trapped or swept off your rock fishing spot by a high tide. • Large seas or swell waves can be hazardous. • Strong winds can create hazardous waves or push you off wet, slippery rocks. •If you are fishing in an exposed area during rough seas, find a calmer spot.•Monitor the weather and tidal conditions while you’re out fishing and be alert to any changes. • Check for severe weather warnings. Check the Central Coast waters forecast on the Bureau of Meteorology website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 218. •Always watch the waves. •Always wear a lifejacket. •Wear light clothing and appropriate footwear. •Never fish alone. •If you need help, call Triple Zero (000) Police.