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The Eastcoast Beverages story is testament to the many migrants who came to Australia after World War II and worked hard to build a future for their families. In 1965, when Salvatore Lentini purchased a 30-acre lot at Kulnura, the area was dominated by citrus orchards. Today, very few remain but the Lentini Family now own 200-acres. So how has the Lentini family overcome these challenges to not only survive but thrive and grow? Salvatore's youngest son, Sam said, "We develope...

From humble beginnings to Aussie market leader and global exporter. RolaCase commercial vehicle fit-out specialists, celebrate 40 years in business next year and it started with Tom Moloney, an electrical contractor using a cutlery tray in an attempt to keep his tools and other items of trade organised when he conceived the idea of creating a simple, compartmentalised case with a lid as a storage solution. Initially made of metal the first few cases were snapped up, a clear signal the p...

Over three generations and multiple brand evolutions, the Hunter family has raised the benchmark for real estate on the Central Coast founded on a philosophy of always putting clients first. In fact, every business decision made since Norman and Mervyn Hunter opened the doors of their Avoca Beach real estate agency in 1951 has been focused on this philosophy together with a strong community ethos handed down from father to sons. The Hunter family's real estate brand has evolved ever...

The Worthington name is synonymous on the Central Coast with prestige and luxury motor vehicles. Furthermore, with its commanding hilltop location at Somersby, the evolving Worthington Group, which today encompasses BMW, MINI, BMW Motorcycles and Lexus, has long been regarded by many as a symbol of growth for the region. In the early 2000s, the visible presence of a prestige brand at the gateway to the Central Coast represented a shift for the region. The site selection, considered ri...

Trevor Hargreaves was still a teenager when he won his first award in window manufacturing. Presented by the Gosford Rotary Club when he was working for Sterland Brothers at West Gosford, 'Do it Once, Do it Well'. The trophy still takes pride of place amongst others in Trevor's office 41 years later. More significantly, it represents a core value he has upheld throughout his career and business journey and one he has always expected of his team. Celebrating 33 years in bus...