The Business Awards Gala Presentation night will be held on Friday, July 2, at 7pm at the Ettalong Beach Memorial Club.
The evening is planned to be a spectacular night of dining, entertainment and dancing.
The evening is to be hosted by Jenifer Green and Wayne Cornell of G’Day Hollywood and knowing Jenifer and Wayne, there will be a little bit of ‘Hollywood’ on the night.
Also, Irish comedian, Sean Kramer and the ‘All Star’ Orchestra will be there on the night.
The winners of the categories in the Business Awards will be announced with the Business of Year being presented with a $1000 worth of advertising from the Sun Weekly and $500 gift voucher from Retravision Umina.
The winner of the Business Award raffle will be drawn on the night of the presentation and the winner will receive a $500 gift voucher from Mitre 10 Umina.
The winner of the nomination form draw will win a weekend package in Sydney staying at the Nikko Hotel Darling Harbour thanks to Tony Arico Travel Deepwater Plaza Woy Woy.
The Business Awards is sponsored by Ettalong Beach War Memorial Club, The Sun Newspaper, Mitre 10 Hardware Specialists, Retravision Umina, Gosford City Council and Rotary Club Umina.
Many thanks to all who participated in the Business Awards and best wishes to the finalists on the night.
NEW BUSINESSES LAST MONTH
Watersedge Woy Woy Motel in the Bayside Centre, The Boulevard, has been fully renovated to a 17 high quality motel-style rooms.
The Motel completes a complex of businesses, the Watersedge Gift & Tourist Information Centre, the Bait & Tackle and Cjays Restaurant.
Congratulations to Tony Altavilla and his partners for completing a lovely renovation.
Contact Peter Chippindale for more information on 4341 2888.
Lotza Sweetz ‘N Treatz opened recently in Oceanview Road, Ettalong Beach.
Lachlan and Rana have a full array of nuts and lollies as well as gifts for all ages.
But be warned, once you enter, you won’t be able to resist buying some yummy nibbles!! Open 7 days. Ph: 4344 1411
Kirby’s Discount Variety Store on Ocean View Rd, Ettalong Beach, supplies just about everything from shoes to doorknockers at discount prices.
Doug and Colleen open their store Monday to Saturday.
For more information, phone 4342 9933.
The Rocks Gourmet Sandwich Shop can be found by following the beautiful aroma of homemade soups and gourmet sandwiches.
Located in the Rocks Arcade at Ettalong Beach, Del can make you just about anything from the humble cheese and tomato sandwich to the exotic filled foccacia.
Pacific Hair Design in Pacific Avenue, Ettalong Beach, has a new owner in Paul O’Sullivan.
He has made numerous improvements to the business and has employed four new staff members.
Paul is open six days a week and you can phone 43 41 2580 or email pacifichair@bigpond.com for more information.
Ettalong Family Butchery in Pacific Avenue, Ettalong Beach, sees Dave Sloane retire after many years in the business.
Dave and Wendy had a send off drink with the Ettalong Beach retailers a few weeks back and tells us he will travel to his hometown in New Zealand for a few months.
The business has been taken over by Dave’s colleague, Colin Schofield. Best Wishes Colin on your new venture.
Cupids World of Beauty have a new selection of businesses within a business.
New nail artist Vivienne’s Nails comes with 15 years experience and Tracie’s Body Care offering facials, massage and waxing.
But, have you seen the new selection of fancy dress upstairs?
There are lots of fun outfits to choose from for that mad party coming up. Phone: Cupids on 4344 3988.
VonDot Systems for all your computer software and hardware systems needs contact Mike Robinson of Umina Beach on 4344 2761.
Mike is local, with many years of experience and can travel anywhere to meet your needs.
GOSSIP BUSTERS…
Kerry Packer is not building a casino at Ettalong Beach nor are Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman buying a penthouse at the Ettalong Resort.
Yes, the jet Bell helicopter that landed the other week at Ettalong Beach was Renee Riebkin's and No, the new Rolls Royce in the main street was not his.
Would the real owner please contact this office and dispel the rumours.
No, the Ettalong Fast Ferry is not as big as the Exxon Valdez and Yes, it will allow room for other vessels in the channel.
No, Coles are not buying up all the land behind G&B Hardware at Umina Beach! Yes, Council has approved five more raised