Rock pool fund reaches target

The Pearl Beach Progress Association has reached its $80,000 goal for the Save the Pearl Beach Rock Pool fund thanks to a $20,000 grant from the State Government's Community Building Partnership program.

Association president Mr David Denton said he was delighted at the announcement.

"The 12-month fundraising campaign commencing in January 2009, has culminated with the grant from the NSW Government and our goal of $80,000 has now been achieved," Mr Denton said.

"I am delighted with the government grant, but am mindful of all the hard work undertaken within our local community and thank all concerned for their assistance.

"A letter from mayor Chris Holstein indicates that once Gosford Council have confirmation of grant funding to cover its share of the project costs they will go out to tender.

"For 80 years our ocean rock pool has been widely used by residents, visitors and even by the Blue Swimmers a winter swimming club," Mr Denton said.

"The pool is heritage listed by the council and is one of the best tidal pools on the Central Coast.

"With an estimated repair cost of $200,000 mayor Chris Holstein said if the community was committed enough, council would assist with funding."

Press release, 9 Feb 2010 Lynne Lillico, Pearl Beach Progress Association