Starting a business
What you need to know to start your business on the Central Coast
Need help getting started?
With more than 27,000 businesses calling the Central Coast home, our region offers the perfect mix of coastal lifestyle and thriving economic opportunity. It’s a great place to start, grow and succeed in business.
Starting a new business can be both exciting and challenging. To help you get started on the right path, we’ve gathered a range of resources, tools and support services designed to guide you every step of the way.
- The Australian Government's guide to starting a business provides a comprehensive overview of the steps involved in setting up a business.
Guide to starting a business | business.gov.au
- The Service NSW Business Bureau provides support for your business in one convenient place.
Business advice and support | NSW Government
- Find out which licences you need to start, run and grow your business via the Australian Business Licence and Information Service.
Australian Business Licence and Information Service (ABLIS)
- Are you opening up your business in the right location with the right demographic? Check out Council's Economic Dashboard to help you make an informed decision.
Economic Development Dashboard
To keep up to date on the latest business news, opportunities, programs and events that can help you further develop your business subscribe to the Business E-News.
Need more help?
For all enquiries regarding setting up or growing your business contact Council’s Business Support Team via business@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au