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With support from the City of Sydney, our precinct map is entering its final stages. Designed and led by Lachlan Bruce of Good Decisions, the new interactive map highlights key business areas—King St North, King St South, Enmore Rd, Erskineville Rd, and Australia St—and will appear both digitally and in high-traffic locations like Newtown Station.

This is more than a map—it’s part of a broader campaign to boost visibility for our business community, with a fresh brand identity, digital storytelling, social media rollout and signage upgrades on the horizon.

After nine incredible years shaping the Inner West hospitality scene, Ella Collins is heading to Melbourne. A founding force behind our committee and fierce advocate for the precinct, Ella’s leadership and passion for the Purple Flag program have left a lasting legacy. We’re thrilled to welcome Oscar McMahon as our new Vice Chair — a long-time committee member equally committed to growing our membership and championing our diverse business community. All committee roles will be up for re-election at our AGM in September 2025.

THE OLDER WOMEN'S NETWORK WAS BORN OUT OF A NECESSITY TO HAVE THE VOICES OF OLDER WOMEN HEARD

The aim of each OWN Group is to promote the rights, dignity and wellbeing of older women.

There are currently 17 groups operating across NSW, including 7 wellness centres. 

Groups organise a wide range of activities and advocate on issues of concern to older women according to the aims and objectives defined by the members.

Learn more about their mission and structure, and find out what they do.

Good Access is Good Business - Guide Dogs NSW/ACT

As part of the “Good Access is Good Business” campaign, Guide Dogs NSW/ACT is offering hospitality businesses in Sydney’s Local Government Area (LGA) free access to a short online course on assisting people with blindness or low vision. This course is easy to complete and offers simple actions that can make your business more inclusive.

Women In Business Programme

The Inner West Council is committed to fostering a thriving environment for women in business through its dedicated Women In Business Programme. This initiative aims to support female entrepreneurs by providing access to resources, networking opportunities, and mentorship. By hosting workshops, seminars, and community events, the council empowers women to develop their skills, share their experiences, and elevate their businesses. The programme not only highlights the contributions of women in the local economy but also promotes gender equality and encourages a vibrant, diverse business landscape within the community.

Inner West Council, the Design Centre Enmore, and Petersham TAFE are partnering with local businesses to promote job opportunities for students. These opportunities will be listed with the TAFE to enhance visibility and accessibility for those seeking employment.

The annual nner West Council Community Awards Programme honours the annual Community Awards to celebrate Inner West community members who live, study, work and volunteer across our local government area. Our awards recognise and celebrate locals who are making outstanding contributions to our community and making a difference in the Inner West. The Community Awards are a chance to nominate these individuals and groups and have their contribution recognised. Nominees and award recipients will be celebrated as part of a ceremony event in May 2025 as part of NSW Volunteer Week.

Neon Marketplace is an online B2B marketplaces created by the Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner designed to provide more opportunities for collaborations, activations and initiatives in local business communities - all in one place.

Any business can sign up, post opportunities, events, offers, and connect with artists, professionals and other businesses.

We have created a District on the NEON Marketplace for Newtown and Enmore (and we will accept any businesses in Erskineville also), for any of our business community to fall with our District page.

As part of the Vibrancy Reforms, the NSW Government announced a new framework for special entertainment precincts. These precincts support live entertainment through extended trading hours and sound controls that provide operational certainty for venues, neighbouring residents and businesses. King Street Newtown and Erskineville Road Erskineville have both been added to the City of Sydney proposal on exhibition.

The Newtown Enmore Business Chamber (NEBC) is thrilled to announce its partnership with the Uptown Grant Program, Round 2, supported by Create NSW and the Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner. This initiative, aptly named "Newtown Collective – The Hub," is set to strengthen King Street’s identity, drive consumer engagement, and enhance business collaboration across the precinct.

We’re thrilled to share the success of our first Precinct Map Consultation Session, hosted by the Newtown Enmore Business Chamber (NEBC) with support from the City of Sydney. Together with local design professionals Good Decisions, we’re working on creating a district map—both in print and digital—designed to celebrate and represent the unique character of our vibrant neighborhoods.

As part of International Day of People with Disability, the City of Sydney is hosting a free business breakfast event to highlight simple steps you can take to improve accessibility and grow your brand.  

At Newtown Enmore Business Community, we’ve always been about bringing the community together and celebrating the vibrancy that makes King Street so unique. One of our most anticipated events, Celebrate South King, has been an embodiment of that spirit. However, we’ve had to make the tough decision to postpone this year’s event to ensure we can deliver an even stronger and more inclusive program in the future.

Bringing the energy of South By South West Sydney to the Inner West including Enmore Road Special Entertainment Precinct which has cemented itself as a hub of live music, entertainment and artistic expression.

a 6-month trial to improve the state of a range of laneways off Enmore Road.

2024/25 Committee positions - Now Open

The Precinct Satellites actively engage in shaping the future direction of their distinct precincts by representing their locale at the general meetings and advance the Committee's key initiatives together with their neighbours.

As part of our ongoing commitment to advocacy and transparent governance, we have compiled the feedback gathered from the recent post-it note activity during our launch event. This input reflects the concerns and suggestions from our members, and we are dedicated to addressing these as we move forward.

An accessible Newtown, Enmore, and Erskineville Precinct map which will be displayed locally highlighting First Nations knowledge, local businesses, community services, arts hubs, bike tracks and more!

"While Sydney is a powerhouse of culture for the nation, what makes that possible is at risk”. Lord Mayor

From historical narratives to contemporary influences, the exhibition offers a dynamic insight into the evolving landscape of our local urban identity.

Council is committed to creating a community where everyone feels safe and well-connected, that's why we are developing a Community Safety Action Plan.

Step into the vibrant tapestry of Newtown - a melting pot of cultures and economies, a pulsating hub that embraces the weird and wonderful.

The NEBC is not just another business chamber; it is a movement—a movement fueled by the collective passion and dedication of our members.