Saltwater is incredibly honoured and humbled to be the winners of the Most Outstanding Restaurant at the 2023 Illawarra & South Coast Local Business Awards!!!

First and foremost, I extend my gratitude to my exceptional team, my loving family, and the remarkable Kiama community. I want to express my sincere thanks to those who have tirelessly worked day in and day out, transforming Saltwater into one of the most renowned restaurants in the Illawarra & South Coast.

Winning this award is an achievement that we are so proud of as it took tremendous amount of time and effort.

We took over Saltwater in May 2021 and two weeks later, we faced Covid-19 pandemic, which dramatically changed the small business landscape. It was tough on everyone, but we were fortunate enough to be surrounded and accompanied by all our loving invaluable staff members and supportive Kiama communities.

I have 24 employees, most of who are local. They are all incredible!! They are so hard working – both here at Saltwater and beyond – with many studying and pursuing their dreams for their future. I feel privileged to be part of this incredible team!!

I am also incredibly proud to be a finalist for Business Person of the Year, I have put my heart and soul into Saltwater so this recognition means so much to me.

We are so happy to bring this Award to Kiama!!!

Many thanks to…

@jasonorange73 @craigbrwn @tolgagurel @ameliemclare @sophieclairekaye @cam_culey @ollieeemclean @oliver_siwel08  @rahif23_ @evenorton__  @lilyperkin_ @patrick_panhuis @ebahadir @hikys_the_one