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We will be undertaking planned website maintenance from 5pm Wednesday 24 June until 10am Thursday 25 June 2026. During this time some services may be unavailable. We apologise for any inconvenience.

Council’s Property & Payments portal will be unavailable from 12 noon on Tuesday 30 June until 8am Monday 6 July 2026. This planned annual outage allows for critical end of financial year system updates to occur. Alternate payment methods are available during this period.

Running a business

The Central Coast is growing and our local economy is booming.  We’re here to support local business and help you run the basics of your business as well as connect you with other services and industry contacts to network, innovate and grow.  Also find out how to do business with Council or undertake commercial ventures on the coast.

Below is some helpful information, resources and support if you are starting, operating or growing your business.

Business support and permits

If you have a business on the Central Coast we can assist with business advice, network support, information on required permits and more.

Business advice and resources

Starting or expanding a small business on the Central Coast? We are here to help.

Grants and sponsorships

Community Support Grant Program

Provides support for the community to deliver activities that require a small amount of funding and/or in-kind support.
Last updated: 23/06/2025