Better business
HOUSING NOW SUMMIT
Friday 1 May – Coffs Harbour
The Mid North Coast Housing & Infrastructure Summit on Friday 1 May in Coffs Harbour, will bring together business, government, and industry leaders to examine housing & infrastructure challenges impacting our region and to explore practical, place‑based solutions.
The summit will commence with a practical review of the NSW Planning Reforms from an industry perspective, what’s working and what’s yet to be achieved. This will be followed by a panel discussion with senior representatives from each local council (including the MidCoast Council) in the region on the planning reforms, as well as challenges and opportunities relating to infrastructure and housing supply & affordability on their LGA’s.
To ensure the forum is grounded in real experience and addresses the issues that matter most to our region, we will then hear from industry on what issues are yet to be addressed, and the opportunities that exist in relation to infrastructure & housing. Get your tickets here.
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CARE SECTOR (ECEC) SURVEY
Only 65% of childcare demand was met on the Mid North Coast in 2023, resulting in an estimated $384 million in lost wages for local families. With recent Federal and State reforms to the ECEC sector, RDA Australia is checking whether local conditions have improved. If you work in or rely on childcare in our region, they want to hear from you.
Parent survey | Provider survey
STRATEGIC LEADERS WORKSHOP
Tuesday 21 April – Port Macquarie
Calling CEOs, founders and business owners committed to elevating organisational performance and achieving sustainable, long-term success.
Join Greg Layton of Chief Maker for a high-impact, practical session designed to sharpen your core business focus, strengthen strategy execution, build competitive advantage, clarify your unique value proposition, assess talent, and establish an operating rhythm that drives results. Places are limited—secure your spot today.
ANZAC DAY TRADING RULES
NSW will introduce an extra public holiday on the Monday after Anzac Day in 2026 and 2027. The additional day complements, not replaces, Anzac Day and aligns it with other major holidays. Usual Anzac Day trading restrictions won’t apply so it’s important that businesses are aware of trading restrictions. Learn more.
THE COUNTDOWN IS ON FOR PAYDAY SUPER
The clock is ticking for employers to be ready for Payday Super beginning 1 July 2026. The ATO has released new resources to help you act now and begin planning your cash flow for more frequent super payments. Read more.
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