Business NSW Central Coast has congratulated FunHaus Factory for taking out the 2024 Business NSW Award for Outstanding 24-Hour Economy Collaboration for its innovative Origami Folding Light and Sound Festival.
Business NSW Regional Director Scott Goold said the groundbreaking event transformed Gosford into a dusk-to-dark garden party, challenging perceptions and revealing the region’s beauty through the vibrant lens of night-time contemporary culture.
“The Origami Folding Light and Sound Festival placed Gosford firmly on the east coast touring map for night-time arts and entertainment,” he said.
“The festival was bold, cutting-edge and a fantastic showcase of what our region offers to visitors seeking innovative cultural experiences.
“Congratulations to FunHaus Factory for their vision and success in expanding Gosford’s role in the arts.”
Goold said the Australian Reptile Park took out the highly commended recognition award for Outstanding Visitor Economy Experience.
“The Australian Reptile Park consistently enhances the Central Coast’s appeal as a premier destination for both domestic and international visitors,” he said.
“Their dedication to delivering an exceptional visitor experience makes them a true asset to our community.”
Goold also celebrated the achievements of winners from our Central Coast Regional Business Awards, who qualified as finalists in the State Awards.
Central Coast State Award finalists were: Employer of Choice (21+ employees) – Pacific Link Housing; Employer of Choice (under 20 employees) – Seton Family Lawyers; Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion – Allcare Nursing & Community Services; Excellence in Innovation – Signarama Tuggerah; Excellence in International Business – 4id Solutions; Excellence in Large Business – Central Coast Mariners Football Club; Excellence in Micro Business – Key2 Realty; Excellence in Small Business (Hall of Fame) – LEP Digital; Excellence in Sustainability – Signarama Tuggerah; Outstanding Business Leader (20 employees and under) – Suzy Miller, Suzy Miller Leadership Specialists; Outstanding Business Leader (21+ employees) – Paul Chapman, Central Coast Sports College; Outstanding Community Organisation – Allcare Nursing & Community Services; Outstanding Employee (Hall of Fame) – Melinda McCrone, LEP Digital; Outstanding Local Chamber – Coastal Towns Business Chamber (CTBC); Outstanding New Business – Renew Projects; Outstanding Visitor Experience – Australian Reptile Park; and Outstanding Young Business Leader – Robert O’Donoghue, CCTS (technology service provider).
“Congratulations to all the finalists and winners who have represented the Central Coast so admirably at this year’s highly competitive state awards,” Goold said.
“Your commitment to excellence and innovation places the Central Coast firmly in the spotlight, inspiring confidence in our region’s future.”