Coastal corridor between Sydney and Newcastle — hospitality, healthcare, construction.
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Beaumont - Sydney
Part-time | 21 hours per week (Mon – Wed neg) Kariong | Central Coast NSW Community impact, leadership opportunity, positive culture Help lead programs and initiatives that strengthen community connection, support fam…
Guzman y Gomez
Company Description At Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen, our mission has always been to reinvent fast-food. We’re Australia’s only fast-food restaurant to be 100% clean, meaning there are no added preservatives, artific…
Recovery Station
🏠 Flexible Working Hours to Support Your Work-Life Balance 📍 Opportunities Available in Newcastle/Hunter, Sydney or the Central Coast – Full-Time, Part-Time or Contracting 💙 Rewarding and Diverse Adult Community Ca…
Opal HealthCare
At Opal HealthCare, we know that companies don’t succeed - people do.As one of Australia’s largest aged care providers, with over 22,000 team members across 146 care communities, we offer genuine scale, career progres…
Sanitarium
Who are we? Sanitarium is an Australian-owned business behind some of the country’s most iconic brands, including Weet-Bix, UP&GO, So Good and The Alternative Dairy Co. The Role Love social media? Always know what’s t…
Opal HealthCare
At Opal HealthCare, we know that companies don’t succeed - people do. As one of Australia’s largest aged care providers, with over 22,000 team members across 146 care communities, we offer genuine scale, career progre…
Towns in Central Coast
Gosford
Gosford is a waterfront city at the northern end of Brisbane Water on the Central Coast in the state of New South Wales, Australia. The Gosford Waterfront is known for its boating and scenic views on the shores of Brisbane Water. Gosford is the main commercial hub and gateway of the Central Coast. It is situated approximately 77 km (48 mi) north of Sydney and 86 km (53 mi) south of Newcastle. Gosford is located in the local government area of the Central Coast Council.
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Tuggerah
Tuggerah is a large commercial hub and a suburb of the Central Coast region of New South Wales, Australia. It is located approximately 91 km north of Sydney and 68 km south of Newcastle. It is the second largest business hub, major shopping area and financial district for the Central Coast after Erina.
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Official figures
Figures for the Central Coast cover ABS region Greater Sydney (GCCSA 1GSYD). The Central Coast is part of this area; these figures cover the whole of it.
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Region profile
Median age
43 yrs
Median weekly rent
$400/wk
Median weekly mortgage
$462/wk
Region size
1681.01 (Sq Kms)
Largest city
Gosford
Infrastructure
15
Airports
7
Hospitals
2
Universities
Housing
Industry mix
Region profile, housing, industry & infrastructure: ABS Census 2021 / regional data.
By the numbers
67 new roles this week· 278 in the last 30 days
Job types
Share of live roles by employment type.
Top employers
Most active employers hiring in-region.
Advertised salary
Which industries pay most in Central Coast.
Talent in Central Coast
Candidates active in-region · aggregate only.
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The Central Coast roles by industry. Each tile opens that industry across Australia.
Living & working
A closer look at the people, housing, jobs, industry and services that shape Central Coast.
Approximately 170,000 residents are employed, with full-time and part-time opportunities spread across sectors like retail, healthcare, and trades. The region also shows strong self-employment figures, offering space for entrepreneurs and freelancers.
There are more than 160,000 private dwellings in the region. The majority are detached houses, providing ample space and affordability for growing families and those relocating from metro areas.
Home to more than 348,000 residents, the Central Coast blends coastal relaxation with suburban convenience. Its diverse population includes families, young professionals, and retirees, contributing to a dynamic community fabric.
The Central Coast’s economic landscape is anchored by diverse industries. There are 25,823 total businesses, with notable contributions from manufacturing,, construction and transport, and wholesale, retail, and hospitality. Smaller sectors like farming, mining, and telecommunications also play a part in the region’s dynamic economy.
The Central Coast is well serviced with public transport, hospitals, educational institutions, and community centres. Gosford and Wyong serve as the major urban hubs with access to essential services and government support.
