New Business Openings on the Central Coast 2023

Hello 2023!  As we welcome a new year we also welcome a plethora of exciting and diverse new businesses that have opened their doors here on the Central Coast.  

Perfectly aligned with the new year, many have a wellness focus which we are totally here for. Rejuvenation and self-care, yes, please!  There’s also shopping – mindful, considered, small batch and unique think Japandi, bespoke and artisan.   

For the kids, they’ll be jumping out of their skin to try the newest play centre to hit the Coast and not to be forgotten, play time for the adults with cocktails and tapas.  Always a winning combo in our opinion. 

As you’ll know if you’ve been following Coasties for a while, we just love to #supportlocal businesses and see them thrive here on the Central Coast – how do you help?  Play your part – be sure to get out and show these guys some good old Coasties lovin’!  Buy from them, follow them on socials, like their posts and recommend them to friends and family. 

Small businesses like these and more are what make our Coast!

New Business Openings Central Coast 2023

1. Swellta, Long Jetty 

Our top pick for kicking off your 2023 is to treat yourself to a relaxing infrared sauna session. Saunas have been a way of life for those taking up residence in Scandinavian countries for over 2000 years. With the multitude of proven health benefits, it’s no wonder.  

Where a regular sauna uses heat to warm the air, an infrared sauna uses infrared light to heat your body directly without warming the air around you. This is perfect for those who find a traditional sauna experience too hot, or a little overwhelming as infrared saunas operate at a lower heat – between 46 and 60 degrees. Enough to create a healthy, detoxing sweat without being overwhelmingly hot.

A session at Swellta in Long Jetty will give you an invigorating whole-body thermotherapy experience. As your body absorbs the infrared heat, you’ll experience a deep and relaxing sweat – which is certain to make you look and feel great! So if you’re looking for a way to get some quiet time while also enjoying the added benefits of an infrared sauna, we recommend booking yourself a session with the team at Swellta.

And, why not give them a cheeky follow over at their socials.

2. Tonz of Fun, Wyong

Tonz of Fun is a family owned and operated play centre located in Wyong, on the Central Coast. The owners have three boys of their own and we believe this has helped them think and cater to every age group, parents included.

With dedicated play areas, suitable for children of all ages. A fully-fenced toddler area for the little ones, features a mini ball pit, sensory bubble tube, soft play ride ons and large stackable blocks. For the older kids, their double story play equipment is a source of endless fun. With giant slides to obstacles, tunnels to crawl through and beams to climb over. They also have a dedicated sensory play area with a pod swing and other fun stuff and a basketball court and soccer field.

All this play is sure to make for some hungry kids, so it’s a good thing they also have a cafe on-site serving barista made coffee for the parents and plenty of kid and adult appropriate options to eat.

Three party rooms and party packages available for all budgets, ensuring an affordable and stress free party for Mum and Dad with plenty of fun for the kids! Private hire is also an option.

Open 7 days from 9am-3pm, full air-conditioned making it perfect regardless of the weather. 

Book your session here.

3. Oh Bless Home, Copacabana

Did you read the opening paragraph and think, “Japandi, what in the world is that?” A new concept for us too, but gosh we are glad we now know it. This is all thanks to Oh Bless Home in Copacabana, their store aesthetic is called ‘Japandi’ (Japanese / Scandi). It’s a combination of the sleek, minimal Scandinavian design with an earthen, slightly rugged Japanese influence. Yes please!

Not only do they stock a thoughtfully selected range of wares, brought in from across the globe (Denmark, Japan, New Zealand) and from local suppliers, but they are also a homewares store with a coffee bar.  Expect a simple and paired back menu (not your full cafe experience) but like the homewares every detail has been taken care of and is well thought out.  Perfectly suited to their in-store experience. 

Walk in, order a coffee and a bite to eat, browse their range and create your dream home wishlist. 

If you love the style and would love to create a similar look for your own home but don’t know where to start, be patient. Rumour has it, they are about to launch a consulting service to help you do just that!

Their online store is not long off too so keep an eye out over at their socials for more info.

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4. Salt Deli and Grocer, Toukley

This has been on our watch list for some time, having only opened its doors in late 2022, it is now on top of our ‘must-get-here’ list.

Check out their Insta page – it will instantly give you an insight into why. Sandwiches made fresh and so jam-packed with goodness it seems you’d be full for days, grazing boxes filled with high quality, artisan ingredients to impress any guest, a selection of homewares to browse, wholefoods, tasty sweet treats and a whole lot more.

If you’re in Toukley, this is the spot. Actually, get yourself to Toukley and make this your spot!

Summer 2023 New Business Openings on the Central Coast

4. Daleys Bar, Daley’s Point 

Summer new openings on the Central Coast just got better.  You know it’s an exciting time when one of our favourite cafes spills the beans on a little project they’re working on…

Sarma, owner of the hugely popular, Daleys Kitchen has now made that project a reality with the opening of Daleys Bar. Sitting right alongside Daleys Kitchen, Daleys Bar opens this Friday, 27 January. To say we are pumped for this would be an understatement.  The plan is to offer tapas, drinks and live music from 4pm on weekends: Fridays through Sundays. 

Now, if you’ve eaten at Daleys Kitchen you’ll know what all the fuss is about these guys don’t do things in halves. Sipping a cocktail as the sun goes down, listening to live music and munching on delicious tapas I mean what more could  Coastie ask for? 

Keep up to date over at their Insta.

5. Three Donkeys Home, Long Jetty

Yes, yes, we hear you – whilst technically not a ‘new opening’, their beautiful new location in Long Jetty needs a mention.  Our friends Joanne and Roy have moved their wildly successful bespoke homewares store from Wamberal just before Christmas, opening their brand new store to rave reviews. 

While the cafe remains in Wamberal, they have added a coffee bar to their offering in their new digs at Long Jetty location, making the experience even more enjoyable.

The team at Three Donkeys have a knack for sourcing the most exquisite vintage and eclectic pieces.  Drawing inspo from the style of traditional French homes and farmhouses. Think rustic, charming and bespoke.

Three Donkeys always offers a smile and a genuine welcome so be sure to pop in soon. 

6. Bloom With Eliza, online, Coastwide

Health guru Eliza recently launched her business and has quickly become a godsend for those who struggle to make it to specific class times when it comes to yoga or pilates.  Her online studio has a well-stocked library of online classes enabling you to maintain or begin your personal practice from the comfort of your own home and at a time of your choosing.  Classes range from 10 minutes to over an hour. 

As Nikki co-owner of Coasties puts it: “10 minutes is better than no minutes!  The range of classes suits my full life so well.  Signing up to Bloom has been a game changer for me to be able to keep up my yoga practice”.

But that’s not all she does, Bloom With Eliza also offers Nutritional Therapy to help you to nourish your health journey.    

Sign up here.

7. Compass Pilates, Erina

Sister studio to their much loved Long Jetty studio, Compass Pilates have recently opened their second studio, based in Karalta Plaza, Erina. This studio offers reformer pilates classes only. They have effectively doubled the number of beds and classes available to their members and now offer the convenience of two locations.

Having recently checked out the new studio, Tash (co-owner of Coasties) highly recommends it. The beds are some of the best she has used on the Coast (same beds as the Long Jetty studio, only shiny and new), the layout is spacious enough that you aren’t worried about the person on either side of you and there is ample parking available.

If you haven’t yet given reformer pilates a go – it is time to learn what all the hype is about. Friendly and welcoming instructors, grab yourself the introductory offer here and get your year off to the best start!

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