Business in Wyong Shire

Council aims to strengthen the Shire’s economy and increase sustainable, employment-generating opportunities for local residents. 

Economic development is important for Wyong Shire, to address high unemployment rates. In March 2010, Wyong Shire’s unemployment rate of 8.8% was much worse than the rates in Sydney (5.9%), NSW (5.9%) and Australia (5.6%). Of those employed around one third travel outside of the region for work. 

To strengthen Wyong Shire’s economy and increase opportunities for local employment Council aims to:

  • Provide support, advice and feedback to businesses looking to expand and develop in the Shire;
  • Champion major employment generating developments from pre-lodgement to construction;
  • Assist businesses establish and expand in the Shire by guiding them through the development control process from pre-lodgement discussions to final approval;
  • Work with regional economic development agencies and business organisations to achieve mutual economic development and business growth objectives;
  • Maximise opportunities to secure events for the Central Coast that will provide a boost to the economy and an opportunity for employment;
  • Oversee Council’s partnership with economic development organisations by regularly reviewing and updating agreements with organisations such as The Entrance Town Centre Management, Greater Toukley Vision, Wyong-Tuggerah Chamber of Commerce, and the Business Enterprise Centre.
  • Influence government economic policy;
  • Advocate for the provision of infrastructure by all levels of government;
  • Review Council regulations. 

How can we help?

Wyong Shire Council is a proactive organisation that works hard to attract new and expanding businesses to the area. It recognises the need to generate economic growth and local jobs and is therefore committed to helping secure your business investment in the Shire. Find out how we can help your business.

Demographics and Employment trends

Find out about Wyong’s workforce and employment trends and how this could help your business.

Wyong Shire Business and Industry Centres

Take a look at the different business and industry centres available to host a range of commercial, professional, manufacturing, service and industrial operations, including Wyong Employment Zone.

Warnervale Town Centre

Get an update on the latest news surrounding the development of the Warnervale Town Centre.

Infrastructure and Utilities

Wyong Shire is located mid-way between Sydney and Newcastle along the F3 freeway and on the main northern rail line. As a result, it is highly accessible, meeting the infrastructure and utility needs of businesses.

REDES program

Find out more about how Council is working with Regional Development Australia Central Coast, Department of Industry and Investment, Premiers Department and Gosford City Council, to implement the Regional Economic Development and Employment Strategy (REDES).