Local Legends - Watagan Park

Russ from Powersport Central

Powersport Central is your one-stop destination for all your motorcycle needs. Teaming up with Yamaha and Husqvarna motorcycles, we provide top-notch bikes tailored to conquer our local trails. Whether you’re into Adventure bikes, motocross, trail bikes, or mini bikes, we’ve got you covered.

Grant from Lake and Valley Powersports

Lake and Valley Powersports is your ultimate destination for all things powersports. We partner with industry leaders like Sea-Doo, Can-Am, Spyder, and Ryker to offer an unbeatable selection of PWCs, ATVs, SSVs, and on-road roadsters.

Tom from Lighthorse Experiences

Light Horse Experiences my way offering what I’m passionate about to the community. I’ve always loved animals and I take a holistic approach to caring, training and riding. We offer mentorship programs, riding and groundwork skills coaching, group kids lessons, educational workshops and more.

Brock from Hot Tackle

Hot Tackle is a family-owned fishing tackle business based in Lake Macquarie NSW, opening in 2016 and currently trading in two locations at Morisset and Warners Bay. We strive to provide anglers the best quality tackle from the biggest and best fishing tackle suppliers here in Australia and all around the world.

Dallas from Breakaway Cycles

In early 2003 I started Breakaway Cycles in a tiny shop up the street from our current location. My background as a Motor Mechanic has been a huge help in running a bicycle store, as the industry is geared around repairs and maintenance. We offer old-school services such as lay-bys, and personal advice based on industry experience.

James from Trinity Point Marina

Trinity Point Marina is situated at the heart of the award-winning Trinity Point development on the velvet-smooth waters of Lake Macquarie; just 60 nautical miles north of Sydney Harbour. As the largest salt water ocean connected marina, it showcases state-of-the-art modern marina construction and environmental responsibility, with 94 berths designed to hold vessels up to 90 feet in length.

Roy and Maxine from Sail Lake Macquaire

Sail on a modern luxury 48-foot Beneteau Oceanis named MR. Forget about the real world for a while. Soak in the views of the stunning Lake Macquarie coastline while you enjoy the magic of sailing. All charters include complementary locally sourced grazing board, wine, beer and non-alcoholic beverages.

Katie from Unity Bank

Unity Bank is proud to be a Member-owned bank that is committed to the people they serve. Focused on delivering value to their Members, and their families, Unity Bank strives to ensure the lifelong prosperity, security and dignity of their Members. I take pride in working for Unity Bank, a member-owned organization that upholds five important core values: Grow, Resilient, Trust, Accountable, and Authentic. Those values truly set our organisation apart.

Kristie from Mortage Choice

For 30 years, Mortgage Choice has helped Australians finance their homes, investment properties, cars and businesses by delivering a range of choices with a team of trusted experts. Our network of more than 1000 experienced brokers around Australia have access to thousands of loan products from more than 40 lenders, including our exclusive range of Mortgage Choice branded lending products.

Krystle from Krystle Hockley Conveyancing

Krystle began working in law in 2004 and almost immediately knew her passion was conveyancing. In 2007 she took the next step and completed her Conveyancing Law and Practice studies at Macquarie University graduating in 2010. Krystle prides herself on making your sale or purchase transaction run as smoothly and efficiently as possible while keeping you informed throughout the process.

Darren from Lift Project

The Lift Project is a well-being adventure designed to lift individuals, groups and organisations. It brings together scientifically proven strategies from the fields of Neuroscience, Positive Psychology and Lifestyle Medicine. Drawing together findings from over 300 studies, the effectiveness of The Lift Project is backed by findings presented at academic conferences and published in peer-reviewed journals.

Elijah from Recover Clinics

Recover Clincs offers a comprehensive and holistic approach to chiropractic and unique services not commonly found outside of our large capital cities. Our chiropractic philosophy of health and wellness is combined with a modern approach to treatment. Our goal is to speed up our clients recovery as fast as possible so they can get back to LIFE – Living – In – Full – Expression.

Brayden and Martyn from Watagan Dental

Established in 2017 by Brayden and Martyn Weber, Watagan Dental stands as a testament to the vision of two local boys committed to enhancing oral health in their community. Originating as a small family dental practice, the boys, who hail from Cooranbong, aspired to bring accessible and high-quality dental care to the local community.

Dave from Morisset Tyres and Batteries

Morisset Batteries Tyres & Mechanical is a family-owned business owned by David & Dizzy. We are based in the Morisset industrial estate and have been in operation for over 20 years. Our main work is general servicing, batteries, tyres, brakes, pink slips, blue slips brown slips and baby seat installations.

Kerri-Lee from Avondale University

Avondale University has been in integral part of the Cooranbong community for 126 years. In that time, it moved from College to University status and we are proud that the beautiful Lake Macquarie region can call itself a University city. Avondale is one of Australia’s top-tier universities and is rated number one for overall educational experience (The Good Universities Guide 2024).

Nathalie from Naturalie Organic Salon

At Naturalie Organic Salon we like to do things a little different. We are hairstylist, colourists, beauty therapists, barbers, serving you the best coffee and fresh cold pressed juices in town! But that’s not all, we use only the best low-tox and organic products in the industry because we care about what goes on your hair and skin.

Cybèle from Cybèle Music

At Cybele Music, I create lessons to suit each student’s learning. With 30 years of teaching experience, I teach from beginner’s level to HSC and beyond. My students are currently aged between 5 and 73. Several years ago I was nominated in the top five of singing teachers in NSW by the AMEB board. It is amazing to be a part of each person’s learning experience.

Steve from Unity Bank

As a General Manager for Unity Bank, I spend lots of time working with local businesses and individuals within the Cooranbong community. Building relationships is key to what we do, and being on-site working with locals to make things happen allows us to make a difference. At Unity Bank, it’s our pleasure to support the community every day.