Central Coast Business Review November 2013

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contents

Cover story

14 New owner for Toowoon Bay cafe

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14 Camerahouse wins National Award

Record year for Mingara

Business News 4

Mingara’s new coffee offering

15 Somersby recording studio sold at auction

7 Council’s plan to revitalise Budgewoi

15 Sydney motor dealer buys Gosford motel

8 Motor sport proponents seeking sponsors

20 LinkedIn strategy

8 Shorten needs to know that small business can’t be ignored 9 Coast housing provider takes out major state awards

20 Stop bullying orders 20 Identifying and understanding risks – Part 3

Front cover: Back row: Phil Walker – Chairman, Des Cousins – Director, John Graham - Director Front row: Gary Knight – Deputy Chairman, Ron Farmilo – Director, Russell Johnston – Director

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Edgar Adams’ Editorial

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10 RDA CC Chairman steps down

The Mingara story

11 Solar to drive efficiencies for Gibbens Industries

13 Business Briefs

11 CCRDC Chairman retires

17 Commercial and Industrial property for sale / lease

10 Gosford Council moves on Short Term Holiday Lettings

13 Robson Partners innovate with XERO 13 Rodney Dibley joins Bank of Queensland 14 Pacific Link appoints Business Development Manager

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15 Property News

20 Business Tips 21 Calendar of events 22 Funny business 24 Business directory

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co v er stor y

Mingara’s new coffee offering The management at Mingara Club never take the future for granted, always searching to give their members a new experience and being innovative in how they do it.

The opening of their new coffee outlet, The Roasted Berry, last month is a case in point.

With a French Provincial style and decor and aimed at the ‘baby boomer female’ market, The Roasted Berry offers an entirely new ambience, food style and great coffee.

A popular feature is the Bakery which is constantly turning out freshly baked breads which patrons can also buy to take home.

Open for breakfast, lunch and supper, The Roasted Berry is a cafe with a menu that includes pastries from Ludo’s Patisserie at Avoca, healthy light meals made from the freshest produce and a breakfast menu that is certainly 5-star.

Commenting on the operation, General Manager, Daniel Pinkstone, said, “we wanted to introduce a concept that the Central Coast market hasn’t seen before.

The market has matured and so we needed to reflect that with the interior design and the food and coffee offering.”

“We also see Mingara’s location on the Coast as a Business Breakfast venue and the breakfast menu has been put together to reflect that as well,” he said.

With the Coffee Club’s lease coming to an end after ten years at Mingara the Management Team were looking around for a new concept and their research revealed that patrons wanted an environment similar to the cafe culture of Melbourne and Sydney.

The Roasted Berry at Mingara In addition the Club’s outsourcing policy of ten years ago had changed and with a highly professional Management Team capable of managing such an operation the decision was made to bring it back in-house.

The entire fit-out was carried out by Mingara’s own construction team. “We

have a policy of supporting local businesses in respect to all our purchasing across the entire Club operation.

The Roasted Berry compliments a diverse food and refreshment offering at Mingara that includes Indigo, Fortune Cookie Noodle Bar and Ming Dragon.

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co v er stor y

Record year for Mingara From its beginnings at Tumbi Umbi in 1971, Mingara Recreation Club Limited has grown to become one of the largest businesses on the Central Coast and one of the largest and most successful clubs in NSW with membership exceeding 51,000.

Mingara Leisure Group as they are now known, have a stable of clubs that include: Mingara Club, Mingara One Fitness at Tumbi and now Tuggerah, The Westport Club at Port Macquarie, Lantern Club at Roselands and The Gordon Club at Chatswood. Group revenue in FY2013 hit $70.207 million – up from $64.620 million in FY2012 and total assets grew by $9 million to $118.367 million.

With 529 people on their payroll at 30 June 2013 their total payroll now exceeds $24 million per annum (see table).

“This represents a strong annual performance in a fairly difficult trading environment,” said CEO, Paul Barnett in his Annual Report to Members and taken against a backdrop of achievement during the year

that may well appear to be an understatement.

Commenting on the year in review, Mr Barnett said, “It was a particularly busy year for the Board, Management and all the Team.

While continuing to operate Paul Barnett all our clubs we managed to complete works at Roselands opening the new club as the re-branded Lantern Club and demolish the old club, complete amalgamation with Gordon and Social Recreation Club re-branded as The Gordon Club. Then to make sure that we had absolutely no spare time, we fitted out and opened a second fitness centre, Mingara One Fitness at Tuggerah.

Mingara Group Sales Revenue 2005 – 2013 ($ million) 2005

2006

2007

2008

2009

2010

2011

2012

Gordon Club

2013 1.45

Lantern Club Westport

3.28

Mingara One

0.21

2.97

2.85

2.91

6.38

8.55

10.47

11.71

12.77

14.42

15.56

16.00

1.74

2.96

3.91

4.63

2.87

3.18

3.36

Mingara Tumbi

36.55

37.03

37.36

36.24

36.27

35.95

39.77

42.98

43.01

TOTAL

36.55

40.31

47.65

49.67

52.10

56.37

59.91

64.63

70.21

SOURCE: Directors’ Report 30 June 2013

Mr Barnett said that the amalgamation with the Gordon club was completed in October 2013 at a cost of $1.3 million. “We immediately re-branded as The Gordon Club and are currently preparing for renovations having turned the club around from its negative trading position.

Significantly Earnings Before Interest, Taxation, Depreciation and Amortisation (EBITDA) was $10.076 million slightly down on the previous year at $10.683 million.

An obviously pleasing result taking into account the costs of opening a brand new Lantern Club at a cost of $16 million, as well as opening a new Fitness Centre and amalgamation costs in relation to The Gordon Club.

In his Chairman’s Report, Phil Walker pointed out that Mingara had assisted 100 community groups on the Central Coast and 43 community groups in Port Macquarie and Canterbury. “This equates to a financial contribution across all our clubs of $1.685 million which is $785,000 above our legal obligation,” he said. Conforming to Mingara’s shared vision “to make a significant contribution to the quality of community life’, the Club, on the Central Coast has supported numerous community events such as Mingara Relay for Life, Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal and Max Potential Programme as well as through their “Pink” Campaign.

Poker machine compliance costs which include the NSW Government’s gaming tax showed a substantial increase of 9% to $14.33 million.

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Edgar Adams discusses local issues

The Mingara story

The retirement last month of CCRDC Chairman, John Taylor after three difficult and frustrating years in the position trying to get the Gosford Waterfront going will undoubtedly make the Planning Minister and the rest of the State Government happy.

John Taylor was appointed by the previous Planning Minister, Tony Kelly, to “make things happen in Gosford” following an extensive community consultation by Gosford Council.

No one was better qualified than he to do the job. Twenty years ago he founded the project management company, APP and after selling the Australian operation to Transfield went on to develop its international project management division known as Confluence Project Management.

His whole professional life has been devoted to getting projects, big projects, built. He is highly respected internationally.

He just happens to live here on the Central Coast and knows what enormous possibilities there are here. He is also a passionate supporter of the Region.

It’s why he took the job on.

At the same time RDA Central Coast Chairman David Abrahams has stepped down.

The RDA has had plenty of critics but in the end it has been the essential regional development organisation for our region.

Everyone is one board; State and Federal Government and Gosford and Wyong Councils.

During his time as Chairman, David tried hard to actually get tangible runs on the board and in many cases he succeeded.

He was and still is a Broadband Champion.

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management team led by CEO Paul Barnett can (almost) guarantee success.

It can also be held up as an example to the many registered clubs on the Central Coast that have enormous potential but are run by directors who think they know more about management than the managers they employ.

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Our Cover Story this month is about Mingara Recreation Club and the record year just ended.

Sure, it’s about numbers, big numbers, and its about the money they tip back into their community. It’s also about how the Club has amalgamated with other clubs outside the Central Coast and turned them into a success when they couldn’t do it themselves.

So what makes Mingara Recreation Club different? Professional management. And, a Board of Directors that understands the duties, obligations, and responsibilities the position holds in this day and age which is best summed up as corporate governance.

Put simply corporate governance is the system by which corporations and organisations are directed and controlled.

Mingara’s directors have always understood their corporate responsibilities along with the social responsibilities.

They certainly don’t have some idea that they are the Club’s managers and they don’t meddle.

They do set policies and are very involved in ensuring that the Club’s vision is adhered to.

Of course they are backed up by a highly professional management team which goes back to the Club’s genesis. All senior managers at Mingara hold a Degree in some form of management or other discipline.

The Mingara story is testament to how a sound Board of Directors, led these days

by Chairman Phil Walker, and a professional

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G eneral N ews

Council’s plan to revitalise Budgewoi

Artist’s impression of Budgewoi waterfront Wyong Council has taken the first step towards revitalising the Budgewoi town centre, with a detailed draft Masterplan now on public exhibition outlining some of the proposed changes to the iconic coastal town.

Commenting on the move Wyong Mayor Doug Eaton said. “Budgewoi is a place that has been enjoyed by generations of tourists, with families returning year after year.

However, like most small towns, it has suffered economically with the advent of big shopping centres taking away business.

“Recently, Councillors rejected a proposal to build a new Woolworths supermarket up the road at Colongra, because we were mindful of the impact it would have on the existing Budgewoi shops. As a Council, we understand how important it is to invest money into Budgewoi, revitalise the town

centre and bring in new tourists to the area or tourists that have perhaps stopped coming here for whatever reason.”

The Masterplan aims to promote Budgewoi as a casual, relaxed lake and coastal village with a real focus on community recreation, leisure and the wonderful natural environment.

Some of the improvements that are earmarked for the area include: • A boardwalk along the waterfront adjoining Budgewoi circle, • A floating pontoon boardwalk, • The East Village Community Plaza – providing a public space with tables and chairs and formalised carparking, • Village link which will link the west centre with the east centre including a shared path from Halekulani Oval all the way to

Podgewoy Park, including the pedestrian cyclist bridge across the Budgewoi Creek, • T he West Village Community Plaza, • Upgrade of facilities at Halekulani Oval, • Relocation of the Skate Park to Slade Park, • New shared pathways.

“Council staff have worked with the community and together have come up with a number of positive suggestions that will improve the town centre area for residents and tourists,” Mayor Eaton said.

“We are committed to ensuring Budgewoi becomes a destination that can be enjoyed by a new generation of holiday makers, and a place that residents are proud to call their home.”

The Masterplan is on exhibition until October 31 and can be viewed on Council’s website www.wyong.nsw.gov.au

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Motor sport proponents seeking sponsors A proposal for a $14 million motoring complex on Darkinjung Aboriginal Land at Bushells Ridge has reached the point where the proponents are seeking sponsors to fund the initial stage of the project.

The project, which would utilise 115 hectares of identified and known as Wyong Automotive Racing Precinct is supported

by Wyong Council however needs community support to raise funds to get to the Development Application stage so that government funding can be secured.

A community group known as Community Automotive Sport and Recreation Park (CASAR Park) headed up by local accountant Brad Wilson is approaching businesses and motoring enthusiasts to raise the required $250,000.

Mr Wilson said that for the Central Coast community the project delivers economic benefits in the form of visitor spend, employment and training opportunities and the flow-on effect to local business. It will also provide a space for young people to enjoy the recreational activities that the sport brings.

Motor sport venues are in short supply and the proposed facility, without grandstands and corporate boxes but with an international standard track will make it affordable for use for club level motor sport

participation, motoring related tourism, road safety awareness, driver and rider training and automotive skills training.

The proposed complex features a 3.5 km tarmac race track, undercover pit garages, driver training facilities, a duel use go-kart track/ simulated driving environment and associated amenities.

It is estimated that some 200 full time jobs plus 200 training and work experience positions will be created once in operation.

The project has the support of the Confederation of Australian Motor Sport (CAMS) and both Gosford and Wyong Councils as well as Central Coast Tourism.

A Motorsports Precinct has been identified as one of five catalyst projects in the Central Coast Tourism Opportunity Plan released earlier this year.

Those who wish to support this project should contact Brad Wilson 0417 493447 or email: brad@casarpark.org.au

Shorten needs to show that small business can’t be ignored

FWC denies penalty rates changes

The Central Coast NSW Business Chamber has commended Federal Opposition leader Bill Shorten for taking on the Small Business portfolio as part of his Shadow Cabinet responsibilities.

“This is a stark and refreshing change in attitude from the Federal Labor party and one that will be applauded across the business community”, said Daniel Farmer, Central Coast NSW Business Chamber Regional Manager.

“When you consider that in the last Government, the Small Business Minister seemed to change every 6 months or so, for Opposition leader Bill Shorten to want to take on that responsibility personally shows he appears to understand the importance of small business to the national economy.

“Prior to the election, the Chamber movement across Australia ran the hugely successful Small Business: Too Big To Ignore campaign, which highlighted the important role that small business plays in the local, state and national community.

“With more than 115,000 active voices signing up to the campaign, it proved the small business community had quite simply had enough when it came to key issues

In a decision in early October by the ALP / Union controlled Fair Work Commission the hospitality industry has been dealt a serious blow, with the Commission denying an application to alter the way penalty rates are paid.

Both Restaurant and Catering Australia and the Council of Small Business of Australia have condemned the decision, saying more businesses will fail unless the penalty rate scheme is completely overhauled.

RCA appealed to the FWC to allow penalty rates to be paid on the sixth and seventh consecutive days of work, instead of on all Saturdays or Sundays.

The organisation also wanted penalty rates be reduced to 125% for working on Saturdays and Sundays.

Part of the RCA’s argument was that weekends are no longer as important as they once were. The FWC dismissed this, saying it wasn’t satisfied there had been a significant change in the difficulties in working “unsociable hours”.

Reducing penalty rates to being paid on just the sixth and seventh consecutive day of work would have a “significant impact” on take-home pay, the FWC said.

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that impacted on their survival such as red tape, taxation and being able to give fellow Australians a job.

“My current concern is that when Minister for Workplace Relations, Mr Shorten was responsible for job crippling legislation and policies that made it harder for small business owners to create and maintain jobs.

“I’m obviously aware of Mr Shorten’s background in the union movement, but I’m not aware of any history he has in working for or running his own business, and dealing with the pressures that result from that.

“I would urge Mr Shorten to consult widely with the Chamber movement and listen to what the business community is saying when formulating policy.

“As a fiercely apolitical organisation, our door is always open, and we would welcome Mr Shorten’s commitment to spend time with real small business owners to see for himself the issues that they face on a daily basis.

“That would be a real show of support for the 2 million small businesses and their 7 million employees across Australia,” Mr Farmer said.

G eneral N ews

Coast housing provider takes out major state awards Central Coast social housing provider, Pacific Link Housing, has been recognised by the Australasian Housing Institute taking out three awards for excellence in the annual AHI state awards for NSW. Competing against similar organisations from all parts of the state, Pacific Link won two of five major awards on offer and was highly commended in a third category.

The peak-body awards are offered by the Institute to ‘formally recognise and reward excellence’ in the community and social housing sector.  Pacific Link won the top award in two categories for Leading Tenant Engagement Practice and Leading Housing Project A ward, and was Highly Commended for new research programs in the Leading Innovation category.

Pacific Link Chairman, David Bacon, was delighted by the State Awards ‘which again prove that the Central Coast has the leadership, skills and focus to compete against the biggest and best organisations in the State and nationally.’ “This is a team win every staff member can take great pride in�, he said. “Our team is one of the best in the business. They have earned the recognition they’ve received by working as a team to develop new ideas, better services and better outcomes for our tenants and the community.�

Appointed on a brief ‘to turn the organisation around’ four years ago, Mr Bacon has overseen the appointment of a skills-based Board and new Chief Executive, Keith Gavin.

This has resulted in a clear focus on governance, with private sector management models and independent research now routinely used to plan evidence-based programs that respond to regional needs. “I believe we have the best team in the

Keith Gavin (Centre front) with Pacific Link staff business,� David Bacon said. “They have made an enormous contribution to the day-to-day management and delivery of properties and tenant services across the region, and are constantly developing leadership programs and solutions that benefit the sector as a whole. “They have proved, again, that the Central Coast has the people and the skills to match the very best Australia has to offer,� he said.

Pacific Link Housing was established following an amalgamation in 1996 of the Gosford Woy Woy Rental Housing Association Ltd on the Central Coast and Mid Hunter Housing in Maitland which had been operating in their respective areas since 1984. The new company Pacific Link Community Housing Assoc Ltd, began

trading on the 1st July 1996 and received ‘growth’ status to enable the organisation to expand the core business and increase it’s housing portfolio.

The company has had great success with Expressions of Interests for increasing the property portfolio and has special purpose housing in thirty diverse housing programs.

Pacific Link Housing also manages more than sixty properties on a fee for service basis for other agencies and is currently exploring strategies for the development of Affordable Housing to further assist community members who are facing hardship to afford increasing rental costs. This company has also been targeted as preferred Housing Manager for Gosford Council’s Affordable Housing initiative currently underway.

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G E N E R A L N ews

Gosford Council moves on Short Term Holiday Lettings Gosford Council at its mid October meeting considered the public submissions received in response to the exhibition in respect to its Short Term Holiday Lettings Planning Proposal and accompanying Development Control Plan.

Council resolved to proceed with the Proposal and DCP subject to a number of changes.

The resolution from the Council meeting is provided below; The definition of short term rental accommodation means ‘a dwelling that is commercially available for rent as short

term accommodation on a temporary basis, but does not include bed and breakfast accommodation’.

Complaints in respect to such accommodation is amended to read, ‘Minimum of 3 written complaints from the occupiers of 3 separate dwellings located within 40 metres of the subject dwelling over a 12 month period concerning the activities taking place on the property.’

All such accommodation ‘must have a bushfire evacuation plan if located in a bushfire prone area’.

The planning proposal represents a

co-regulatory approach which references the NSW Department of Planning & Infrastructures Code of Conduct which can be downloaded via the HLO Central Coast website www.hlocentralcoast.net • Part 1 of the Code outlines Participating Organisation obligations • Part 2 of the Code outlines Manager and Guest obligations In accordance with this Code; HLO Central Coast as a Participating Organisation is required to impose sanctions on members who do not comply with mandatory standards and practices.

RDA CC Chairman steps down

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Regional Development Australia – Central Coast (RDA-CC) Chairman, David Abrahams has announced his resignation from the Board of the organisation.

Mr Abrahams said, “It's been a great privilege to be part of shaping the Central Coast economy. We've kicked some significant goals collectively , helping attract almost $500 million worth of infrastructure investment.” “ This was possible by a constructive team based approach facilitated by the local MPs who either lead or quietly supported proposals.”

Mr Abrahams said former MP Deborah O'Neill deserved special mention as does the office of Minister Hartcher.

“I'd like to thank the board and the staff of the RDA for their work but most of all

the hundreds of people in business and community life that give their time to build our region. In particular thanks to the publisher of Central Coast Business Review for fearlessly supporting the Central Coast and giving thought leadership to the business community.”

“The Central Coast has turned a corner and a considerable momentum gained let's all keep it going,” he said.

Mr Abrahams will refocus on his own business interests in the digital space.

As Chairman he was instrumental in supporting the Central Coast community’s bid for early rollout of the National Broadband Network. The Central Coast is the only region in Australia to have such wide broadband coverage committed to by the NBN Co.

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M anufacturing N ews

Solar to drive efficiencies for Gibbens Industries

Central Coast spring manufacturer, Gibbens Industries Pty Ltd have used the massive roof area on their new Lisarow facility to install a solar farm that will generate big energy cost savings.

Gibbens relocated to Lisarow from West Gosford in July after buying the former Albany factory last year.

CEO, Matthew Gibbens said the company had invested $250,000 on a 100 Kwh solar system that will result in a 30% return on investment.

Installed by All Green Environment Services the solar panels cover an area of 1,000 sqm. “The big advantage for Gibbens is that power is being used in their manufacturing process as it is being generated.

At about 400 kw per day this has the potential to halve their electricity bill,” said Scott Ford, All Green’s owner.

“We have gained added efficiencies by moving from four separate factory buildings to having our entire operation under

one roof,” said Mr Gibbens. In addition we are now operating in a very modern facility of about 4,000 sqm with excellent working conditions for staff.

The move which took place over two months saw 2,500 tons of equipment and product moved from West Gosford to Lisarow.

The company has a staff of fifty and had operated from premises in Manns Road, West Gosford for over forty years and has a worldwide reputation for their spring design and manufacturing technology.

Gibbens springs range from mattress units to aerosol valve springs for use in the auto industry, defence, mining etc.

The company has a plant in Brisbane and also in Thailand.

The West Gosford property has now been redeveloped with a Masters Home Improvement store, Storage King Self Storage and soon a Homemakers Centre located on what is now known as Riverside Park. (See CCBR September 2013)

RAPSEYGRIFFITHS

CCRDC Chairman retires

John Taylor has announced that he will not be seeking reappointment to the Board of the CCRDC. Mr Taylor was appointed Chairman by the previous Government at the time of the reconstitution of the CCRDC for a period of three years.

Commenting on his term with the CCRDC Mr Taylor said, “while we have made progress in seeing the establishment of a University of Newcastle presence in the Kibbleplex in Gosford the litmus test will be the development of the Gosford Waterfront. On one hand the instrument that will allow the waterfront development to proceed is yet to be approved. The State Government has committed to providing a tenant but in reality little actual progress has been made with the bureaucrats that make these things a reality and there is doubt that the government school site will be available before the second half of 2014.”

“On the other hand, CCRDC has made significant progress in raising interest from potential users of the site, the conceptual plans for the site incorporating a major public podium space will significantly enhance Gosford’s public amenity and the plans for a major hotel and conference centre adjacent to the planned Regional Performing Arts Centre will draw significant interest from the tourist industry.”

“Whether we have achieved significant progress will be judged by the progress achieved in the next twelve months.”

Remaining Directors Stephen Brahams and Ken Jolly whose terms also expire at the same time have both indicated that they may be prepared to seek re-appointment.

Meanwhile, the Minister for Planning has failed to appoint a permanent General Manager following the resignation of Brett Phillips in December 2011.

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Robson Partners Director, Troy Marchant CA said that at its core, Xero is a powerful and comprehensive accounting system, complete with accounts receivable, accounts payable, credit notes, budgeting, accounts reporting, Payroll (Australia), management reporting, expenses, fixed assets, GST returns with the efficiency of live bank data feeds.

“Gold Partner status means more benefits for small businesses, better pricing, and access to add-on applications that systemise their businesses, said Mr Marchant.

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Robson Partners have held over 70 workshops for small business in the last four years, teaching more than 500 local businesses how to grow their business and utilise the latest technology and cloud based applications.

James Heddo, CEO Gosford Race Club outsourced their financial reporting to Robson Partners Virtual CFO using XERO in 2010, enabling them to have the full support and experience of a Financial Director and finance team, for a fraction of what it would pay if it recruited a full time Director to the position, “With Robson Partners and XERO we have a better understanding of what the figures mean, a method to address any revenue shortfalls and wages savings of approx. 60k a year, with a better service. As a result, the club has put together a strategic plan, focusing on the opportunities on the horizon. Every month we have a fresh set of eyes to review the result, that helps us plan & act for the future.”

On Tuesday 19th November, Robson Partners will be holding a workshop at its boardroom in Gosford for businesses on the benefits of XERO and how it is saving businesses time, tax & money through better decision making. More information can be found by emailing troy.m@robson.com.au or calling the office 4324 5466.

Rodney Dibley joins Bank of Queensland

Rodney Dibley (l) with Owner Managers Stewart Gall and Belinda Skepper Rodney Dibley has joined the Bank of Queensland’s Central Coast franchise based at Fountain Plaza, Erina as Mobile Lending Manager.

Mr Dibley for the past thirteen years has been Communications and Public Relations Director for the Salvation Army’s Central Coast Region. As such he has become very well known and respected throughout the region. continued over page

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BoQ Owner Manager, Stewart Gall said Mr Dibley has a strong sales background and having an extensive knowledge of the regional business community in particular his appointment is “a good fit”.

Mr Dibley’s role will primarily be in the area of business leasing and business lending.

Stewart Gall and his daughter Belinda Skepper opened one of the first Bank of Queensland franchises at Erina in 2006.

Pacific Link appoints Business Development Manager

Regional based community housing provider, Pacific Link, has announced the

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appointment of Rob Kitchen as Business Development Manager.

Following its move to Class 1 Registration, Pacific Link is looking to work with local, state and federal governments to create innovative and new social and affordable housing solutions to those in need on the Central Coast.

CEO, Keith Gavin said, “Rob brings with him a wealth of experience in dealing with development opportunities around the world and with dealing with all levels of government. He is well positioned to identify and implement new opportunities to assist Pacific Link follow its strategy of delivery housing to the Central Coast.

For the past 3 yars Mr Kitchen was Senior Development Manager at the Central Coast Regional Development Corporation and prior to that has worked across the Middle East, India and Africa and UK on major infrastructure projects over twenty years before coming to Australia.

New owners for Toowoon Bay cafe Kerry Knight has sold her well known 2 Birds Gallery Cafe on the corner of Pacific Street and Bay Road, Toowoon Bay. This quirky business is well known to the coffee set, being very highly rated on Trip Adviser.

An interesting aspect to this business is the famous artworks that adorn the walls, the antique furniture including the tables and chairs and if you really like these items you can buy them with your lunch and coffee and take them with you!

New owners are Kristen Boyce and her partner Scott Armstrong who both come from a very strong hospitality background.

Graham McMullen from Argyle Estates Business Brokers who negotiated the sale said he was swamped with enquiries.

Camera House wins National Award

Mark Alderson with Deborah and John Ralph John Ralph’s Camera House was honoured to be awarded the prestigious “Camera House of the Year 2013” at the Camera House AGM held late October.

John and Deborah Ralph were presented with the Rex Alexander Trophy by Camera House Chairman, Mark Alderson during the Gala Dinner celebrating the Camera House group’s 30th Birthday.

This Camera House of the Year title reflects support by the member for the group in buying, local marketing, responsible financial practices and particularly giving help to new and existing members.

The Central Coast store has been awarded this honour three times in the thirty years. Firstly in 1992 as The Entrance Camera House receiving the award prompted the move to open the Erina store at Fountain Plaza (as Central Coast Camera House) in what was seen as securing a future for the organisation.

In 1999, after John Ralph had served six years on the Camera House Board of Directors and the local store had moved into much larger premises the store was the largest Camera House in Australia.

Currently John Ralph’s Camera House, though reduced in size and staffing levels to reflect current conditions, has consistently strived to provide excellence in advice and customer service to the local community.

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Somersby recording studio sold at auction Sydney investor buys motel

A music producer with links to Forgotten Valley Studio at Lower Mangrove has paid $1.55 million (No GST – sold as a going concern) for The Grove Recording Studios at 286 Mangrove Road, Somersby.

The property on 10.12 Ha comprises music studios plus 4 accommodation units with 10-bedrooms and 6-bathrooms and kitchens, swimming pool and gardens and two large dams with views to Brisbane Water.

The price paid includes the name ‘The Grove’.

The property was once owned by the band INXS and has been used by numerous world renowned artists over many years.

Agents Karl Snopek and Norm Rogers from Ray White Coast Edge were the auctioneers who said there were five registered bidders and two actively interested in buying the property.

A Sydney investor has paid $2.35 million at auction for the Bermuda Motel at 303 Henry Parry Drive, North Gosford (on the 5-Ways roundabout).

The property which comprises a 17-unit motel, built about forty years ago, on a total site area of 3,160 sqm is zoned 3(b) Special Business.

There were five registered bidders however only two, both from outside the Central Coast, continued the bidding above $1.75 to reach the reserve.

The buyer intends to redevelop the property for their own use.

The property sold under instructions from the owners Sclavos Nominees Pty Ltd through agents Burgess Rawson and Rob Wilcox from Chapman & Frazer Real Estate.

Warehouse and Factory with Offices and Showroom FOR LEASE

2 Ainslie Place, Somersby, NSW Leafy location with great outlook 10 minutes from Gosford CBD (approx) • Land area: 4,448m² (approx) • Ample car parking at the rear and under cover at the front • Total lettable area: 1,999m² (approx) • 1,747m² warehouse and 252m² office (approx) • •

For Lease www.colliers.com.au/500912071

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Central Coast KINCUMBER FACTORY FOR LEASE

Great size factory of 150m2 (approx) with additional 41m2 (approx) mezzanine.

Excellent regular shape with nice high internal clearance complete with a container height roller door.

Available now for $2,000 per month + outgoings + GST.

Erina GREAT OFFICE SPACE

For Lease

GOSFORD

HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER ERINA INDUSTRIAL

110m2 (approx) industrial unit perfect for small business & tradies. Small unit at front of complex with office area, container height roller shutter & 3 phase power. Exposure to the traffic coming through Bonnal Road.

LEASE $20,280 pa net + GST

WYONG - UNIQUE & SOUGHT AFTER FACTORY & YARD

With a great corner position & ‘drive around’ access + plenty of yard, this (approx) 575m2 factory on approx 2513m2 is a rare find! Lunch room, amenities & a great mezzanine floor + 2 large roller doors & external storage buildings.

SALE $499,000 + GST

ERINA - GROUND FLOOR ERINA COMMERCIAL

101m2 (approx) ground floor commercial office suite on Karalta Road , existing fit out & multiple offices.

Available for the first time in over 10 years, this popular commercial centre has attracted medical & financial focused businesses. Flexible terms & options available.

LEASE $35,000 pa net + GST

NORTH WYONG - STAGE 1 SOLD! STAGE 2 NOW SELLING

LEASE - LEVEL 1 Rare find with extensive fit-out and flexible areas from 150m2 up to 450m2 net approx. Fit-out includes multiple offices & training rooms, ducted air-conditioned, amenities and good natural light. Included is garage parking with lift access and Well located in the CBD with Train & Bus stations only minutes away.

Neighbouring. Asking $200 + GST / m2 P/A. Owner pays outgoings. Incentives offered.

SALE – WHOLE BUILDING Rare find freehold investment with downstairs fully leased ($101,400 P/A + GST) and upstairs being sold vacant possession. Ideal owner occupier plus investment or lease out upstairs for 9-10% net return!

A substantial building with 900m2 net office space over two levels plus garage parking for 12 cars.

Asking $1.65M + GST

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Stop paying rent!!! Purchase your own 98m2 strata title industrial unit. Flexible 4a general industrial zone perfect for a broad range of uses, high quality precast concrete panels & colourbond roof. High clearance warehouse with container size roller doors.

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‘A’ grade Commercial or Retail space! Great corner position, handy to public parking. First time offered in about 10 years!! Approx 94m2 of floor space.

LEASE $27,000 PA G + GST

GREEN POINT RETAIL INVESTMENT

180m2 located in Green Point Shopping Centre. 18 months left to run on initial lease term with another option for 5 years. Current rental income of $53,687.27 + GST with all outgoings paid by the lessee. Quality Shopping Centre with neighbours including BiLo, LiquorLand, Chemist Warehouse & Salvation Army.

SALE $620,000 NO GST

GOSFORD NEW OFFICE SPACE 140M2 New ground floor office of 140m2. Located at street level with disable access. New toilets (1 disable), new doors & windows, new paint & new floor coverings.

Parking for 3 cars. Incentives available.

DA APPROVED CAFE Best value retail space with 68m2 high visibility retail / cafe space. DA approved for basic cafe. Fronting a main road with outdoor space for table/ chairs included. New paint & floor coverings. Incentives available.

Excellent 425sqm commercial office space with first class finishes, massive exposure to The Entrance Road, high profile neighbouring tenants, ample parking, flexible areas and lease terms available.

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Full glass shopfront with reception area, reverse cycle a/c, kitchenette, amenities & storage area. Plenty of on site customer parking directly at your door.

Surrounded by quality long term traders.

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WEST GOSFORD - GREAT CENTRAL POSITION WITH EXPOSURE

Highly exposed position, 250m2 (approx.) of well presented factory with a/c reception area & 1st floor mezzanine space with large separate office. Additional 40m2 approx of secure holding area. Would suit many types of businesses.

LEASE $25,000 pa net + GST

SOMERSBY - LOOK AT THE PRICE!!!!

Premium 4256m2 lot, near level in a popular section of the Somersby Industrial Estate. There has been a DA approved for a 1780m2 factory or two tandem 890m2 sheds. Services are available and the access is easy.

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6 unit complex 100% leased to great tenants, returning $187,460 P/A +GST. Leases in place with 4-5% annual increases. Quality buildings with 2220m2 building floor area located on a 4718m2 site. Spacious units with large roller doors, offices, amenities and good power supply. The site offers easy access and plenty of parking. Tenancy schedule and floor plans available.

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TUGGERAH 154 Pacific Highway

West Gosford property sold on 8.75% ROI

INTERNATIONAL INVESTMENT $2.325m GST N/A A superior grade industrial property with future expansion capacity leased to an international company. 5 + 5 years from 1/4/2013 and returning $184,000pa net.

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Stand alone concrete panel building approx 490M2 with security fenced front yard $42,000pa gross excl GST.

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Approx 85M2 with 4 car spaces at back door; adjacent to our office.

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Ex bike shop on busy York St, approx 83M2 and only $440pw gross GST N/A.

91 CENTRAL COAST HWY FOR SALE/FOR LEASE

Former West Gosford Audi Dealership approx 1935m² with two level building approx 728m².

Huge exposure opportunity $1.5 excl GST or lease $100,000 pa net.

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20 Dell Road is the ex-Aust Post Distribution Depot, approx 980m² with 2 x 20m² offices $85,000 pa net.

STRATA MEDICAL OFFICE REDUCED TO $135,000 EXCL GST.

Lift access, approx 58m²; partitioned; includes storage area; has patient parking; suit sole practitioner.

SPECIALIST MEDICAL & PROFESSIONAL SUITES Ideally located on the Pacific Highway within the established Tuggerah Straight Commercial Centre, these Specialist Medical & Professional Suites are perfectly situated.

Neighbours include Healthscope Medical Centre, PRP Radiology, Pathology, Sports & Spinal Physiotherapy, Chiropractor, Dentist, Psycologists & more.

With a variety of suites available and plenty of parking, opportunities include both ground floor and level 1 suites.

Tuggerah Medical & Professional Rooms range from 13m2 to 24m2 and start from as little as $1,250 per month +GST. Level 1 accessed via lift or stairs hosts suites from 59m2 with the East Wing Professional Suites ranging from 73m2 to 103m2 there is a size to suit a variety of Professionals including Medical, Financial, Legal etc...

Partitioned & air cond office approx 881m² + 261m² warehouse set on 1 acre level site with parking for 40 cars $128,000 pa net.

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Dive company buys Erina strata unit

Other tenants include BCF, Super Cheap Auto and Romi’s Café and make this an ideal location with plenty of parking.

Features include · Flexible lease terms · Very Competitive rentals · Excellent parking · Air-conditioning · Carpets, kitchenette · Balcony access for most suites

LARGE OFFICE + WAREHOUSING

A 269 sqm strata unit at 13 Dell Road, West Gosford has sold for $355,000 (GST not applicable) to a private investor on a yield of 8.75% per annum.

The 269 sqm unit is currently leased to a long term tenant for $31,000 per annum with lease expiry in June 2015.

The lease was negotiated by Richard Ellis from Raine & Horne Commercial.

Julie Davies on 4355 5111

Dive Imports Australia has bought Unit 5, 188 The Entrance Road, Erina paying $518,000 (GST not applicable).

The 179 sqm unit is part of a 8-unit complex with rear access to Karalta Lane and additional mezzanine throughout effectively doubling the floor space.

Brad Rogers from LJH Commercial Central Coast negotiated the sale.

MORTGAGEE AUCTION • Approx 2,510 m² Industrial Freehold • Approx 676 m² High Clearance Warehouse • Substantial hardstand area • Potential development upside (STCA) • Zoning 4(a) General Industrial

November 29th, 2013 on site at 11.30am 14 Pavitt Cres, North Wyong

Richard Ellis

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$135 sqm for Tuggerah Business Park site A 14,896 sqm level full serviced block at 27 – 29 Reliance Drive, Tuggerah Business Park has sold to a local builder / developer for $2,010,960 plus GST. It is the largest single land sale in the Park in the past eight years.

Ty Blanch from LJH Commercial Central Coast negotiated the sale.

307 sqm street level showroom and 265 sqm workshop underneath on a 695 sqm lot.

The sale was negotiated by David Tawyer from Citicoast Realty.

Fitness company to expand at West Gosford

Local investor buys West Gosford strata unit

Gosford CBD workshop sold

A local investor has paid $650,000 (GST exempt) for a motor vehicle workshop property at 330 Mann Street, Gosford.

The 650 sqm property on the northern edge of the CBD is zoned B4 City Edge backs onto the railway line with a 520 sqm workshop and staff facilities and parking.

A past long term tenant has signed a 5 + 5 year lease commencing 1/1/2012 at a rental of $63,348 per annum plus Outgoings and GST. Brendan Byrne-Bates from Coastal Property Agents negotiated the sale.

Owner occupier buys Gosford showroom / workshop An owner occupier has paid $490,000 (GST exempt) for a freehold showroom / workshop facility at 370 Mann Street, Gosford.

The property comprises approximately

80 sqm upper floor level with kitchen and bathroom on each level features a tilt panel door for access to a large storage area.

Income from a long term tenant on the ground floor and an opportunity for the buyer to utilise the upper level closed the deal.

Brad Rogers from LJH Commercial Central Coast negotiated the sale.

Imagine Dance Pty Ltd trading as Planet Fitness has paid $1.8 million excluding GST for a factory / showroom building at 304 Manns Road, West Gosford to allow for future expansion.

The property comprises a 30 year old metal clad factory building of 1,639 sqm with office fit-out and amenities on a 4,400 sqm lot with extensive hardstand for parking.

Craig McMullen from Citicoast Realty negotiated the sale.

Investor buys North Gosford car yard A local investor has paid $310,000 (GST not applicable) for a 373sqm existing car yard at 438 Pacific Highway, North Gosford.

Brad Rogers from LJH Commercial Central Coast negotiated the sale.

Tuggerah Business Park unit sold to investor An investor has paid $400,000 (Going concern No GST) for a 162 sqm strata unit at 19 Reliance Drive, Tuggerah Business Park.

The unit which comprises ground floor and

A local investor has paid $265,000 (GST Exempt) for Unit 9, 10 Enterprise Close, West Gosford.

The 225 sqm unit is part of a 11 unit complex built about nine years ago.

According to RP Data the property last traded in 2004 for $269,500.

Brendan Byrne-Bates from Coastal Property Agents negotiated the sale.

Investor buys North Gosford industrial freehold A local investor has paid $350,000 plus GST for a freehold industrial property at 3 Wollong Street, North Gosford.

The property, on a 443 sqm lot comprises a 254 sqm factory / warehouse building of concrete panel and steel frame construction with provision for a mezzanine level and security fence was built ten years ago.

Brendan Byrne-Bates from Coastal Property Agents negotiated the sale.

Auction • • • • • •

Rare freehold opportunity Multiple Income Potential 28,000 vehicles daily (approx) Tightly Held Precinct Occupy or Redevelop (STCA) Flexible 3(a) general Business

November 28th, 2013 on site at 2.30pm 180 Avoca Drive, Kincumber

Richard Ellis

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Stop Bullying Orders – What do they RT ADVICE mean for your business?

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wick Ryan Bullying and harassment is the next frontier in the area of staff relations. nt@swaab.com.au

We2/3 have previously addressed this issue in eys - Suites our column as it affects so many aspects of nce Road, ERINA the modern workplace.

The Workers Compensation Act, Anti Discrimination Act, Workplace Health and Safety Act and Fair Work Act all seek to manage or provide a remedy for employees affected by bullying and harassment.

As of 1 January 2014, employees will have an opportunity to apply to the Fair Work Commission for an order that either the company or specific employees within that company cease to engage in bullying and harassment conduct.

But what is it? When does good natured banter become harassing comments? How can a company identify this behaviour before it reaches the point of applying to the Fair Work Commission?

WorkSafe Australia has been developing a draft code that seeks to identify conduct that amounts to bullying or harassment.

The document is the product of collaboration between representatives of the various state work health bodies. It is a credible

attempt to codify forms of conduct that are as complex as human interaction. For example, the code defines workplace bullying as "repeated and unreasonable behaviour directed towards a worker or a group of workers that creates a risk to health and safety". This can include, "... any action, incident or behaviour which a person is assaulted, threatened, harmed or injured..." It should also be known that bullying is not only carried out 'face-to-face" but can be carried out via emails, text messaging and other social media channels.

One of the key areas of concern for employers is how to performance manage staff in a way that diminishes claims of bullying. If the issue is work performance, the key is to start with a clear and detailed job description. If the issue is misconduct, workplace policies can be used as your talking point. Be mindful not to make criticisms of their personality or character, instead focus specifically on how they have failed to meet their job description or the policy obligations.

If an employee is not performing, it is important to move directly into formal disciplinary processes rather than mere coaching at an early stage. This ensures allegations of bullying will look less critical when the employee has formal warnings documented on his or her file.

Bullying and harassment remain issues to be managed but not at the expense of employee accountability.

To learn more about how this might affect your business, contact Warwick Ryan on 9233 5544 or wpr@swaab.com.au

Identifying and Understanding Risks – Part 3 This is the third and final article on the subject of identifying and understanding risks that could affect your business. Parts 1 and 2 appeared in the July and September additions of CCBR. We talked about the 2 main categories of risk being assets and liabilities, the need to understand the maximum exposure and likely frequency of these risks occurring, your tolerance for this exposure / frequency and the options for dealing with the risks ( ignore, remove, reduce, transfer).

Having worked through parts 1 and 2, your insurance and risk adviser will now draw on their market knowledge, experience and supplier relationships to provide you with the best risk mitigation tools and insurance solutions to suit your business needs. Dealing with an adviser who has adequate resources and facilities is important, but the real value will be delivered by an adviser who is committed to building a long-term business relationship to provide you with the support you need , when you need it most. They should be providing you will regular research, reviews and recommendations , dealing promptly with any enquiries , and most importantly being prepared to show up and assist with the ‘heavy lifting’ when it really matters. At Insurance House we have a growing list of clients who will testify that we will absolutely be there, shoulder to shoulder when a disaster occurs. Continuous and personalised service – it’s in our DNA. To hear Darren Hutton and Nathan Corrigan speak about all 3 parts of this article, please visit http://insurancehouse.tv/, or call our Central Coast office on 1300 305834

LinkedIn Strategy: Optimising your Profile and Company Page

By Perry Henderson, Missing Link Social Media.

Since its launch 10 years ago, LinkedIn has managed to capture more than 238 million users, and with a new user registering every 2 seconds, it doesn’t look like slowing down.

Most LinkedIn users comfortably get to the stage of creating a personal Profile and a Company Page, the next step is it optimise these pages: • Use keywords where possible – LinkedIn offers users amazing opportunities to rank very highly in Google and LinkedIn search. For example, in my Profile I focused on keywords “social media” and “Central Coast”. The

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result being my profile listed on the first page of Google for “Central Coast Social Media”.

• Type your summary in 1st person – Your summary is the only opportunity to connect with your audience in 1st person, making your profile more personable and genuine. Try this format: - First, introduce yourself, talk about who you are and how you came to where you are today.

- Second, highlight the problems you solve; talk about a few of your achievements, who you helped and how.

- Third, talk about what you mainly do and how people can benefit from it.

- Finally, Have a call to action (invite

them to connect) and tell readers why you are on LinkedIn. • Complete every section possible and use a high-quality profile image.

• Invite contacts to follow your Company Page – A tip achieve this in a few clicks; export your contacts to a .csv (search how to do this in Google), then import the .csv back into LinkedIn when inviting.

• Update your Profile frequently – Your connections can see when you have updated your Profile via their Newsfeed.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to message me on LinkedIn! Next month: Basic Content Strategy

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Managing your Cash Flow Budgeting for Success

Wednesday 20 November 2013

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Central Coast Business Review

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Wednesday 27 November 2013

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Erina Chamber of Commerce

Members Meeting

Third Wednesday of the month

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