Bringing local women & local stories together

Connection is why we’re here; it is what gives purpose and meaning to our lives.
– Brene Brown

Community and Business Women’s Network

Community and Business Women’s Network (CBWN) was founded in 2018 with a straightforward purpose – to connect women on the Central Coast.

Though population in the area had significantly expanded in recent years, it was clear that opportunities for women to connect socially and professionally had not. CBWN is built upon the idea that bringing women together creates opportunities for growth, resilience and inspiration at business, community and personal levels. Through a mix of networking events, business showcases and professional development opportunities, CBWN has expanded rapidly to include close to 300 active members. It is open to all women who want to network, make friends, learn, share ideas and support local business.

If you are keen to connect with other Central Coast women in a relaxed and friendly setting, book a seat at our next event or join the CBWN Facebook group today!

Community and Business Women’s Network is a project of Iris Foundation.

Events Calendar

CBWN Events, Iris Foundation Events & Our Social Cause Because We Care Boutique Calendar 2024

Boutique Easter Fundraiser Raffle

Because We Care Boutique 2024

 

Drawn Monday 25 March 2024
11:00 AM

The Berkeley Centre
Heather Ave
Glenning Valley NSW 2261

Tickets – 3 for $10

 

ENTER THE RAFFLE

Social Media Masterclass

Nexus Smart Hub 2024

 

Wednesday 10 April 2024
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

NEXUS Smart Hub
Amy Close
Wyong NSW 2259

Member – $25
Non Member – $50

 

BOOK NOW

High Tea & Fashion Parade Fundraiser

Because We Care Boutique 2024

 

Saturday 20 April 2024
11:30 AM – 2:30 PM

The Berkeley Centre
Heather Ave
Glenning Valley NSW 2261

1 Adult – $65
Party of 4 – $260

 

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May Coffee Circle

Because We Care Boutique

 

Monday 6 May 2024
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

The Berkeley Centre
1/3 Heather Avenue
Glenning Valley NSW 2261

Devonshire Morning Tea with guest speaker Kelly Heddle of Services NSW

Per Person – $10

 

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Mother's Day Charity Luncheon

Mecure Kooindah Waters 2024

 

Friday 10 May 2024
11:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Mercure Kooindah Waters
Kooindah Boulevard
Wyong NSW 2259

Per Person – $65
BWCBCC Raffle 2024 – 3 for $10

 

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Community Garage Sale

Supporting Because We Care Boutique

 

Saturday 22 June 2024
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

The Berkeley Centre
Glenning Valley

 

 

Event Link

Christmas In July

Charity Event 2024

 

Saturday 13 July 2024
6:30 PM – 10:30 PM

Ettalong Bowling Club
103 Springwood Street
Umina Beach NSW 2257

Per Person – $55
Table of 8 – $400

 

BOOK NOW

Testimonials

“It’s such a warm positive environment. Everyone can come. Whetheryou’rein business, a community organisation, starting your own business or a work from home mum, this is the place.”

Crystal Russom, Southern CrossΒ AustereoΒ 

“The fact that you may begin the meeting asΒ strangersΒ but you end up having a whole range of other friends. If you want to meet and engage with people who have a passion for their community, a passion for their vision, then you should come here.Β 

Fran Cummings, Kids Day OutΒ 

The best experienceΒ I’veΒ had being part of this group is probably the networking and connections that I’ve been able to build really quick from the get-go. Come along because there’s such a sense of support and connection and community that you just can’t find anywhere else.Β 

Kristen Budd, General Manager, Southern CrossΒ AustereoΒ 

“It’sΒ grown to a massive supportive community.Β I’veΒ met so many different women and I can’t believe the growth that’s happened. We’re all the same, we’re all here for the same reasons and it’s OK if you don’t know anybody.Β 

Lindsey Clarke,Β HotondoΒ Homes ToukleyΒ 

I do like toΒ socializeΒ and it does become harderΒ to get outΒ as you get busy in workΒ and family life. I was one of the firstΒ SparkleΒ Events and that really got my business out there.Β 

NathalieΒ Ainsworth, Ainsworth AccountingΒ 

It’sΒ inspiring. Every time you hear a storyΒ every week you take a little bit from it that makes it be OK to be you.

Kathryn Wilke,Β XcllusiveΒ Business SalesΒ 

Member Benefits

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Personalised CBWN Namebadge

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Discounted CBWN Event Tickets

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Members Online Online Directory

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Social Media Promotion

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Members Only Zoom Meetings

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Members Only Facebook Group

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5 Promotion Spots Available Each Event

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After Hours Hosting Opportunities

For further enquiries please contact info@cbwn.org.au

IRIS FOUNDATION

CBWN is a project of Iris Foundation, a local mental health charity that has been working to foster hope, resilience and connections in the Central Coast community since 2006.

For more information, visit:Β www.irisfoundation.org.au

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You ready to join us for this amazing masterclass?? Tickets available ➑️www.cbwn.org.auπŸ’•Join us, Nikki and Tash of Coasties Mag, in collaboration with CBWN @cbwncentralcoast on Wednesday, April 10th for our Online Marketing Masterclass - How to get your business found online.

Being online as a business is a necessity, but between Google, social media, SEO, content creation, and more, the world of online marketing can feel scary.

This masterclass is here to help you!

Bringing our digital marketing expertise as well as our knowledge from publishing our sweet little local mag. And, hosting our pretty successful and highly popular (if we don't say so ourselves) website, coastiesmag.com.au. We will take you through:

> SEO Basics
> Google Biz Profile
> What is online presence
> Local media exposure
> Basic branding needs
> Social media scheduling
> Leveraging your brand through social exposure via both paid and partenerships

Happening at Nexus Smart Hub in Wyong, from 10am - 12pm.

Cost $25/pp
Book here: tix.yt/social-media-masterclass-2024

#coastiesmag
#supportlocal
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You ready to join us for this amazing masterclass?? Tickets available ➑️www.cbwn.org.auπŸ’•

Join us, Nikki and Tash of Coasties Mag, in collaboration with CBWN @cbwncentralcoast on Wednesday, April 10th for our Online Marketing Masterclass - How to get your business found online.

Being online as a business is a necessity, but between Google, social media, SEO, content creation, and more, the world of online marketing can feel scary.

This masterclass is here to help you!

Bringing our digital marketing expertise as well as our knowledge from publishing our sweet little local mag. And, hosting our pretty successful and highly popular (if we don't say so ourselves) website, coastiesmag.com.au. We will take you through:

> SEO Basics
> Google Biz Profile
> What is online presence
> Local media exposure
> Basic branding needs
> Social media scheduling
> Leveraging your brand through social exposure via both paid and partenerships

Happening at Nexus Smart Hub in Wyong, from 10am - 12pm.

Cost $25/pp
Book here: tix.yt/social-media-masterclass-2024

#coastiesmag
#supportlocal
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Congratulations to CBWN member & our social cause Because We Care Boutique Central Coast volunteer Kathy!!πŸ‘πŸ»πŸ‘πŸ»πŸ’•Congratulations to our volunteer Kathy on taking out first placeπŸ₯‡ winning best cake at the Sydney Royal EasterShow!!! πŸ‘πŸ»πŸ‘πŸ»
Over 120 hours to create this stunning masterpiece. Congratulations Kathy we are all so very proud of you!!!πŸŒΈπŸ’•πŸŒΈ
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Congratulations to CBWN member & our social cause Because We Care Boutique Central Coast volunteer Kathy!!πŸ‘πŸ»πŸ‘πŸ»πŸ’•

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We seen this yesterday. It was absolutely amazing 🀩

Congratulations Kathy your are the best!!! Carolyn

Amazing

This cake is amazing Congratulations πŸ’—

So wonderful congratulations !

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Community & Business Women’s Network

@everyone
Time to start booking your seats for our annual Mother’s Day luncheon at Mercure Kooindah Waters Resort. Booking line closes April 30th.
Tickets on sale➑️ www.stickytickets.com.au/2es5c/mothers_day_charity_luncheon_2024.aspx
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@everyone 
Time to start booking your seats for our annual Mother’s Day luncheon at Mercure Kooindah Waters Resort. Booking line closes April 30th. 
Tickets on sale➑️ https://www.stickytickets.com.au/2es5c/mothers_day_charity_luncheon_2024.aspx

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Lyn Gavin

Great networking

2 weeks ago
Community & Business Women’s Network

Essence-Images capturing the celebrations of International Women's Day 2024 at Norah Head Sporties on March 8th.
Thank you to our event partners and sponsors:
Norah Head Sporties
Essence-Images
Creightons Funeral Service
Westfund
Skye Le Marseny - The Agency
Central Coast Festival of Women
CTBC - Coastal Towns Business Chamber - Upper Central Coast
Girls In Business - Hunter/Central Coast
Star 104.5 Central Coast
Luminiah
Erina Ice Arena
Our amazing women in business community raising $6500 for our social cause Because We Care Boutique Central CoastπŸ’•
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Essence-Images capturing the celebrations of International Womens Day 2024 at Norah Head Sporties on March 8th. 
Thank you to our event partners and sponsors:
Norah Head Sporties
Essence-Images
Creightons Funeral Service 
Westfund
Skye Le Marseny - The Agency
Central Coast Festival of Women
CTBC - Coastal Towns Business Chamber - Upper Central Coast
Girls In Business - Hunter/Central Coast
Star 104.5 Central Coast 
Luminiah
Erina Ice Arena
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We loved being part of this great event Creightons Funeral Service

Get Your Socials Sparkling with a CBWN Masterclass!✨

Join social media experts Tash & Nikki of Coasties Magazine & Localsearch for our Social Media Masterclass!

Online Marketing Masterclass - How to get your business found online

We all know being online is a necessity, but between Google, social media, SEO, content creation, and more the world of online marketing can feel scary.

Digital marketing experts and local mag publishers Tash and Nikki of Coasties Mag and Localsearch are here to help you.

We will take you through:

✨SEO Basics

✨Google Biz Profile

✨What is online presence

✨Local media exposure

✨Basic branding needs

✨Social media scheduling

✨Leveraging your brand through social exposure both paid and partnerships

Booking Link: tix.yt/social-media-masterclass-2024
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Get Your Socials Sparkling with a CBWN Masterclass!✨

Join social media experts Tash & Nikki of Coasties Magazine & Localsearch for our Social Media Masterclass!

Online Marketing Masterclass - How to get your business found online

We all know being online is a necessity, but between Google, social media, SEO, content creation, and more the world of online marketing can feel scary.

Digital marketing experts and local mag publishers Tash and Nikki of Coasties Mag and Localsearch are here to help you.

We will take you through:

✨SEO Basics

✨Google Biz Profile

✨What is online presence

✨Local media exposure

✨Basic branding needs

✨Social media scheduling

✨Leveraging your brand through social exposure both paid and partnerships

Booking Link: http://tix.yt/social-media-masterclass-2024
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Today we attended the 10th Annual Central Coast Festival of Women Central Coast International Women's Day Expo at The Entrance with many of our CBWN members. A great day had by allπŸ’• ... See MoreSee Less

Today we attended the 10th Annual Central Coast Festival of Women Central Coast International Womens Day Expo at The Entrance with many of our CBWN members. A great day had by allπŸ’•Image attachmentImage attachment+Image attachment

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Enjoyed my visit !

What a wonderful day

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We hope you are all enjoying the celebration of International Women's Day. An early start for the CBWN team with a delicious breakfast at Mingara Recreation Club followed by a more delicious luncheon at Norah Head Sporties. Chosen charity at both events was our social cause Because We Care Boutique Central Coast. Happy International Women’s DayπŸ’œπŸ’•πŸ’œ ... See MoreSee Less

We hope you are all enjoying the celebration of International Womens Day. An early start for the CBWN team with a delicious breakfast at Mingara Recreation Club followed by a more delicious luncheon at Norah Head Sporties. Chosen charity at both events was our social cause Because We Care Boutique Central Coast. Happy International Women’s DayπŸ’œπŸ’•πŸ’œImage attachmentImage attachment+Image attachment

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Thanks for a great day! πŸ«ΆπŸ’•πŸ’«

Was a beautiful lunch and made some new friends! Sharyn Becker well done 🩡🩡

Looks like you all had a wonderful morning - Missed you ladies although I did celebrate with a lovely small group of ladies up here on the Sunny Coast Love checking out what you are up to xx

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