The Noosaville Business Association (NBA) lit up the Noosaville Foreshore last week with a sell-out Business After 5 (BA5) event at the stunning new home of Pucca.
Forty local businesses filled the venue, creating an atmosphere of energy, excitement, and connection.
The evening offered more than just networking. Attendees mingled with the fresh new NBA committee, enjoying the chance to hear firsthand about the association’s vision and plans for the year ahead. With events already locked in for the rest of 2025, there was a real sense that the association is building strong momentum for local business.
Guests were treated to Pucca’s signature modern South Asian cuisine with Keralan flair, paired with a curated gin bar experience.
Chef Neale White, who has trained under culinary icons such as Gordon Ramsay and Marcus Wareing, brought his Michelin-starred expertise to every dish served, making the night as memorable for the palate as it was for the connections made.
The mix of restaurateurs, retailers, resort managers, tour operators, tradies, and service professionals reflected the diverse fabric of Noosa’s business community.
NBA president and the committee expressed their excitement at the strong turnout and enthusiasm from members.
“Great things are happening. With the calendar now packed with upcoming events, we can’t wait to continue building on this energy and supporting our local business community,” they said.
The positive momentum is already showing in the numbers. Membership has spiked by 25 per cent in the past month alone, boosted further by the launch of the NBA Circle magazine. Feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with many praising the fresh direction of the association. Importantly, NBA has kept membership fees affordable, ensuring that businesses of all sizes can get involved.
For full details on future events or to join, head to the NBA website www.noosavilleba.org/
