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We meet 11 months of the year at 3 locations each month for breakfast.

Ettalong on the first Friday of the month

Tuggerah on the 2nd Friday of the month

Erina on the 4th Friday of the month.

Upcoming events

  • Let's Chat Chat

    • 24 Oct 2025
    • 08:00 - 09:00
    • Sol, Fountain Plaza, Erina NSW 2250
    Register

    Let's Chat Chat

    Our Guest Presenter this week is Steve Barry, who after nearly a decade of experience as a website developer has discovered that he's totally unable to sell himself ... but nothing daunted, he is a small business owner with a passion for getting involved in the community, which is what brought him to SBNG of course!

    Today's conversation will be about what ChatGPT and other LLMs are and (more importantly) are not, and will help you learn what to expect, how it works and what you need to be aware of.  

    Steve will provide guidance on how to use it safely and responsibly.

    Oh ... he's also a Star Wars nerd.


    Plus of course you'll have the opportunity to introduce yourself and your business to other small business owners and managers as you present your 20 second Elevator Pitch.

    Spread the word, invite a friend to register and make it your business to join us!


    Kind regards

    Bill Murch

    Erina Patron, SBNG


    Location:

    Sol, Fountain Plaza, Erina NSW 2250

    Order your breakfast at Cheeky Charlie's then come next door, your meal will be delivered

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  • Networking On The Peninsula

    • 7 Nov 2025
    • 08:00 - 09:00
    • Coast 175, Unit 1/175 Ocean View Rd, Ettalong Beach NSW 2257
    Register

    Networking On The Peninsula

    We love networking and bringing people together to help them build their business.  This time around at our Peninsula meeting we are just going to see what happens around the table - could be general "getting to know you better" conversation, or perhaps there will be a Hot Topic to get our teeth into!

    Do you have a business colleague you want to introduce to SBNG?  This could be the perfect opportunity because Guest Tickets have been added.  All you need to do is select your "Plus One"


      Plus of course you'll also have the opportunity to introduce yourself and your business to other small business owners and managers as you present your 20 second Elevator Pitch.

      Spread the word, invite a friend to register and make it your business to join us!


      Kind regards

      Mark Hanslow

      Peninsula Patron, SBNG


      Location:

      Coast 175, Unit 1/175 Ocean View Rd, Ettalong Beach NSW 2257


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    • The Power Of Power At Work

      • 14 Nov 2025
      • 08:00 - 09:00
      • Zenith Cafe, 6 Reliance Dr, Tuggerah NSW 2259
      Register

      Does your dream of self-employment actually match your reality?

      Often we decide to work for ourselves because we want the flexibility and freedom that comes when self-employed.  However, how free are you really?

      If you've ever found yourself under-pricing your work, doing work for free or sacrificing down-time for a deadline, then you may not be as free as you imagined.

      There's a way to take back your freedom, to start to enjoy the flexibility you desired in the first place.  It's time to harness your power at work.

      Join us to hear Dr Leanne Faulkner explore what power means when self-employed and how you can develop more of it.  You'll leave breakfast with one simple strategy you can use immediately when back at work.

      If you've not yet met Leanne, she is the owner of consultancy, Fortitude at Work.  She has a PhD focused on how we can work well when self-employed; she also has extensive small business experience and was the original founder of skincare company, Billie Goat Soap.


      Plus of course you'll have the opportunity to introduce yourself and your business to those present at the meeting as you deliver your 20 second Elevator Pitch.


      Spread the word, invite a friend to register and make it your business to join us!


      Kind regards

      Nicola Davies-Cooke

      Tuggerah Patron, SBNG


      Location:

      Zenith Cafe, 6 Reliance Dr, Tuggerah NSW 2259

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    • Small Business Dispute Resolution

      • 28 Nov 2025
      • 08:00 - 09:00
      • Sol, Fountain Plaza, Erina NSW 2250
      Register

      Small Business Dispute Resolution

      As much as we try to avoid it, sometimes business disputes just happen.  They can happen with customers, suppliers, landlord, partners, bank, you name it, and it can be very distressing.

      Our presentation this week comes from Isaac Chalik, a Solicitor with over 30 years business experience in property, finance, small business, franchising and more.  Isaac's claim to fame is a case he won against ANZ at Australian Financial Ombudsman which was used as a case study in 2018 Banking Royal Commission.

      Isaac's presentation will cover:

      • different resolution options
      • how to manage disputes
      • how to manage your lawyer if the dispute escalates
      • what happens in court, and 
      • finding a resolution.

      Bring a common scenario dispute and see how dispute resolution can be applied.


      Plus of course you'll have the opportunity to introduce yourself and your business to other small business owners and managers as you present your 20 second Elevator Pitch.

      Spread the word, invite a friend to register and make it your business to join us!


      Kind regards

      Bill Murch

      Erina Patron, SBNG


      Location:

      Sol, Fountain Plaza, Erina NSW 2250

      Order your breakfast at Cheeky Charlie's then come next door, your meal will be delivered

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    • SBNG December Wrap-Up

      • 9 Dec 2025
      • 18:30 - 21:30
      • Sol, Fountain Plaza, Erina
      • 40
      Registration is closed
      Dinner + Three Mini-Masterclasses to Set You Up for 2026

      Join us for a festive evening that feeds both your business and your soul – dinner together, great company, and three focused 20-minute mini-masterclasses from our very own experts:  Leanne Faulkner, Brendan Rogers and Robyn Ratcliff.

      As owners or operators of businesses, many of us know that December can feel like a pressure cooker – so let's flip it into an incubator. Come away with a calmer mindset, a crisp direction for January, and a practical pathway to the right clients.

      What you’ll get on the night:

      • Permission, Power & Presence (Leanne Faulkner) – Reduce holiday stress, set healthy boundaries, and bring your brain where your body is.

      • Strategic Clarity in the Quiet (Brendan Rogers) – Harness the year’s most reflective weeks to shape a clear Q1 focus for 2026.

      • From Plan to Pipeline (Robyn Ratcliff) – Turn intentions into a simple sales/marketing funnel and a 90-day lead-generation plan.

      Important Booking Information

      • ️Seats are limited, and this event always fills fast.
      • Bookings close Monday 24 November 
      • No cancellations will be accepted after 24 November due to catering commitments. 
      • Dinner included | Drinks at your expense

      Tickets

      • Members: $69
      • Non Members: $89
      • Members may bring a +1 at the discounted ticket price

      Once your booking is confirmed, you’ll receive an email to select your dinner menu – please keep an eye on your inbox for that message.


      We look forward to celebrating the end of another year with you!

      Remember ... reserve your seat by Monday 24 November to avoid missing out!


      Kind regards

      SBNG Committee


      Location:

      Sol, Fountain Plaza, Erina

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    Central Coast Small Business Networking Group

    Central Coast Small Business Networking Group Inc INC9889724

    ABN: 62 197 072 196

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