Member for The Entrance, David Mehan, and Shadow Minister for Small Business, Steve Kamper, met with local businesses at Euro Bean Café in The Entrance on August 23 to discuss business opportunities in the region.
The roundtable, which was a continuation from an earlier meeting held prior to COVID-19, aimed to foster an ongoing networking opportunity for local businesses, provide an update on The Entrance Township and outcomes achieved to date and hear from local state government agencies.
Superintendent, Chad Gillies, and Chief Inspector, Colin Lott, from Tuggerah Lakes Police District discussed crime rates and increased police taskings in the township.
Central Coast Council’s Director of Community and Recreation Services, Glen Cannard, provided an update on activating the town centre and upcoming events in the township which will assist in driving further tourism.
Kamper acknowledged that consistent work needs to continue to revitalize the township.
He and Mehan discussed Labor’s position on small business and the post COVID business landscape.
“With local business and government agencies continuing to work hand in hand, we can achieve great things for The Entrance township,” Mehan said.
“Regular get togethers are now being scheduled to continue discussions on how we can continue to improve the area.
“The Entrance is a prime tourist destination, and we need to entice people to continue to visit.
“Small business plays a central role in this.
“Enhancing the township also adds considerable value.”
Source:
Media release, Aug 23
Member for The Entrance, David Mehan
I wished I knew these meetings were on!