South Coast Careers, NSW

29/10/2026

"I had to actually teach myself to stop holding my breath."

After years of Sydney commutes, pressure and rushing from one thing to the next, Simone made the move to Gerringong in search of something different.

What she found was more than beautiful beaches and stunning scenery. She found genuine community, meaningful connections and the opportunity to keep growing her career while enjoying a lifestyle that felt impossible in the city.

Today, she can walk through town, know her neighbours, stop for a chat and enjoy the slower pace that makes the South Coast so special.

Her story is a wonderful reminder that sometimes the biggest change isn't the location.
It's how life feels when you get there.

Read Simone's story; https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0zt9Tc0

13/09/2026

"Moving down here, my career has actually grown so much more than it had ever in Sydney."

When Rachael moved to the South Coast, she worried she'd be sacrificing career opportunities she'd spent more than 25 years building.

Instead, she found leadership, support and career progression.

Today, she's Team Leader across One Agency's Nowra and Huskisson property management teams, proving that moving regional doesn't have to mean thinking smaller.

But it's not just the career growth that surprised her.

It's the shorter commute. The stronger sense of community. The supportive workplace culture. The simple fact that people stop and say hello.

Rachael's story is a reminder that the Shoalhaven isn't just a great place to live. It's a great place to build a career.

Read Rachael's regional career story; https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0ycfyK0

And look out for Rachael in our new Shoalhaven videos

11/09/2026

A love of animals. A supportive team. A career that grows with you.

Sahra and Belle's stories highlight what makes Berry Vet Clinic such a special place to work. From caring for companion animals and wildlife to supporting families and professional development, they've found careers that fit both their ambitions and their lives.

Whether it's a farm call, mentoring the next generation of nurses or helping local pet owners, every day brings new opportunities to make a difference.

"It really feels like a family and extended family for my kids."

Read their story: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0ycdJ70

10/09/2026

What if your next career move wasn't to the city, but to a region full of opportunity?

Across the Shoalhaven, people are advancing their careers, developing specialist skills, leading teams and building futures in industries driving regional growth.

Because where you live shouldn't limit where your career can go.

Explore what's possible in your local community; https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0yc4mS0

04/09/2026

Did you know software developers are building challenging and rewarding careers right here on the South Coast?

Many people assume a career in software development means heading to Sydney.

For Alex, it meant building a career in Huskisson.

Working directly with clients, helping solve business challenges, designing solutions and seeing projects through from brief to build.

Just as importantly, it's about being part of a team. As Alex puts it:
"We work well together here. We'll troubleshoot problems and get to the bottom of things quite quickly together."

Read Alex's story and discover what a career in technology can look like close to home https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0y49lv0

28/08/2026

What does it say about the Shoalhaven when experienced executives choose to call it home?

After a career spanning government, policy, child protection and senior leadership roles, Penny Hood made the decision to move from Sydney to the Shoalhaven to lead CareSouth as CEO.

It wasn't a move away from opportunity.

It was a move towards purpose, community and a lifestyle that aligned with the life she wanted to build.

As Penny puts it:
"I wanted to combine those passions of the work that I do and where I want to live and how I want to live my personal life."

Her story is a powerful reminder that regional Australia isn't a place to slow down. For many leaders, it's a place to make an even bigger impact.

Read Penny's story; https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xVDvV0

We'd love to know: What do you think makes the Shoalhaven such a great place for leaders, professionals and families?

Community services career leader Penny Hood found purpose, lifestyle and regional impact as CEO of CareSouth in the Shoalhaven.

21/08/2026

“When I started 15years ago, I never dreamt I would become a Director of the business”

That’s one of the many things Eliza loves about working at Nowchem.

With a culture that encourages learning, development and trying new things, many employees have found opportunities to grow their skills and build rewarding careers right here in the Shoalhaven.

Learn more about the people, culture and opportunities behind one of our region’s most innovative businesses; https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xL7xH0

20/08/2026

How many locals know about the incredible work happening behind the gates at Sikorsky Nowra?

Mitchell Emmerton grew up in the Shoalhaven, joined Navy Cadets as a teenager and went on to build a 21-year career in aviation.

Today, he's an Aviation Operations Manager at Sikorsky Australia in Nowra, helping lead a team of more than 100 people supporting one of Australia's most advanced defence aviation programs.

His story is a powerful reminder of something many locals already know:
You don't always have to leave the Shoalhaven to build an incredible career.

Read Mitchell's story https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xL77W0

We'd love to hear from you: What's a career opportunity in the Shoalhaven that people are often surprised to discover?

15/08/2026

"I always had a goal to move away from city life."

Ryan recently shared with us why the Shoalhaven became home and what he loves most about living and working in a region where career opportunities, lifestyle and community come together.

His story echoes the experience of many locals who have discovered they don't have to choose between a fulfilling career and a great place to live.

Watch the reel and tell us: What do you love most about calling the Shoalhaven home?

14/08/2026

How many of us have had a moment where we thought there had to be a better way?

For Amanda Bittar, it happened while sitting in Sydney traffic. A trip that should have taken 50 minutes took more than two hours.

Today, Amanda is Centre Director at ECTARC Clipper Road in Nowra, where she's continuing to grow her career while enjoying everything she loves about life on the South Coast.

Her story is a powerful reminder that moving regional doesn't have to mean stepping backwards professionally. In Amanda's words:

"My professional aspirations weren't compromised by moving regionally. If anything, there's more opportunity."

Read Amanda's story: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xyRC00

Have you experienced something similar? What do you love most about living and working in the Shoalhaven?