Councillor Chris Holstein proudly received an award on behalf of Gosford City Council for "Excellence in Local Government Property" at the 2006 Australian Property Institute (API) NSW Division excellence in property awards program in Sydney last night. 

Council and Tompkins MDA Architects received the Local Government Award for the contribution the Peninsula Leisure Centre (PLC) makes to the local community.

Mayor Maher stated that, "the award represents significant recognition for this fabulous community facility that caters for the health and recreational needs for everyone in the community".

"The PLC offers a wide range of classes through its various spaces including the gymnasium, indoor courts, and leisure pools, including a hydrotherapy pool with accessible access," he said.

"The centre provides generous outdoor recreation space for the community to enjoy".

"An astounding 335,000 people have enjoyed the facilities since the PLC opened its doors". 

This award follows on Council's receipt of the 2006 NSW Water Safety Award. Council won this award due to its extensive range of initiatives including the Water Aware, Sea Aware, Indigenous Surf Days, Lifesaving Courses, Baby Massage, Edogawa Sister City Surf, National Youth Week, and Billabong Girls Get Out There Day programs.

Mr Duck, our local water safety hero, is an integral part of Council's team, which has been running water safety education programs for children.

L - R: Mayor Laurie Maher, Tompkins MDA Architects Managing Director, Michael Davies, Council PLC Project Manager, Peter Hickman (now with Ryde Council), and Councillor Chris Holstein at the Australian Property Institute NSW Division excellence in property awards program.

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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

Gosford City Council's Aquatics Coordinator, Simon Clarke, on 4325 8123.