Gosford CBD pivotal to recovery says Business NSW
While Business NSW Central Coast has welcomed the Federal Budget, Regional Director Paula Martin says it is now time to focus on the recovery of the region post-lockdowns. “This is…
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New fresh food markets come to Woy Woy
A local couple is preparing to launch a fresh food market in the heart of the Peninsula this month to help showcase local grocers. The market will start on March…
Real estate agent acquires Pearl Beach cafe and grocery store
The popular Pearl Beach Café and Grocery Store has recently changed hands with boutique real estate agency, Coast Realty, now coming onboard in a bid to help support the local…
Sister duo launches family business at Ettalong
Local sisters have returned to their family roots by joining forces to launch a new beauty and hair business in Ettalong. Amber and Brittany Antonio manage the ‘Amber Antonio Hair’…
Vouchers a ‘thank you’ to parents for home schooling
Local parents with school aged children are now eligible to receive $250 worth of vouchers to spend on accommodation and entertainment venues as part of a new Parents NSW program….
Aged care provider welcomes new CEO
Local aged care organisation Peninsula Villages has welcomed Colin Osborne as its new CEO this month amidst a national crisis in the aged care sector caused by COVID-19 outbreaks. Taking…
Iconic pie bakery to open at Ourimbah
A new Heatherbrae’s Pies outlet under construction at Ourimbah is expected to open in April and bring 50 jobs to the region. Heatherbrae’s Pies has been operating at Raymond Terrace…
The people are not fools
Forum – There are tens of thousands of people in a similar situation to myself that do not agree to mandatory vaccinations or secondary boycotts being imposed by many Central…
Business is booming for Shano
International Day of People with Disability was held on December 3 to celebrate the success of all people living with disability, and to recognise the life-changing achievements made every day….
Businesses invited to express interest in renewable energy zone
Workers on the Central Coast may benefit from the powering up of renewable energy projects, with registrations of interest now open for the Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone (REZ). Parliamentary…
Belinda one of three chosen for US mentorship
An Ettalong businessowner has gone from promoting luxury to learning, joining forces with an American-based internship program to help grow her brand. Belinda Keehn from luxury loungewear company, BJ’s PJ’s,…
Roundtable discusses shortage of skilled workers
Labor Deputy Leader and Shadow Minister for Skills and Employment, Richard Marles, was on the Central Coast recently to attend a roundtable conference with businesspeople and educators about the shortage…
Beaches a better bet than moribund city centre
Forum – I am all for an optimistic outlook, but isn’t Paula Martin flogging a dead horse, with her goal of making Gosford “the most attractive destination for events, tourism…
The virtues of a variety of views
Forum – Gordon Batt would have us believe that the only proper qualification for election as a Councillor or as a Member of Parliament is having been an independent businessman…
Safety net in place for business landlord and tenants
The NSW Government has said it will increase its existing support for residential and commercial tenants and landlords in response to the current lockdown through a new series of packages…
Charities humbled by swelling support
A range of local charities and non-profit organisations across the Peninsula are taking an ‘all hands-on deck’ approach to support those in need and have been overwhelmed by the support…
Six new jobs for pearl farm
Broken Bay Pearls is one of three businesses on the Central Coast set to upgrade facilities, purchase new equipment and employ more people, thanks to a financial boost from the…
Jodie Minto announced as finalist for 2021 AusMumpreneur
Seven years ago, Jodie Minto was looking for career options which would allow her more freedom and flexibility while raising her young children – and her Erina-based online fashion label,…
Job Saver latest plan to keep businesses afloat
More financial support for local businesses was announced on Wednesday, July 28 with the news that the Greater Sydney lockdown would be extended for a further four weeks. The State…
Socially based investments pay dividends
Pacific Link Housing has finished the financial year on a high with an $8.6M cash boost. The Central Coast’s only locally based Tier 1 Community Housing Provider (CHP), Pacific Link…