Built on experience.
Driven by growth.
Backed by people.

Award winning

4.9Star rating

We’ve always wanted to be the one people trust most.

Every person who walks through our doors has a different story, different goals, and a different vision for the future. That’s why we take the time to listen first, understand what matters most, and provide guidance that brings clarity and confidence every step of the way.

Thank you for trusting us to be part of your journey. It’s a responsibility we’re proud to carry, every single day.

Daniel Brown

Chairman & Chief Executive Officer

From Small Beginnings

Newcastle Financial Planning Group began in 2016 as a small team of three in Newcastle with an ambitious mindset and a drive to do things differently. Since then, we’ve grown into a national financial services firm with over 5,000 clients, 100 team members and more than 500 years of combined experience.

Expanded Nationally

Through organic growth and strategic acquisitions, Coastal expanded across New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia and Western Australia, growing to more than 100 team members and over 5,000 clients.

Merged with Calder Wealth Management

Coastal Advice Group merged with Calder Wealth Management, a respected South Australian firm with a 50-year legacy. The combined business now manages more than $2.5 billion in funds under management, bringing together deeper expertise, national resources, and a shared commitment to client-first advice. Ben Calder joined the executive leadership team as Chief Advice Officer and became a Board Director.

Rebranded as Coastal Advisory Australia

Following the merger, the business launched its new identity as Coastal Advisory Australia, reflecting its vision to become a truly national advice firm while maintaining its founder-led, client-first culture.

One Team.
One Shared Purpose.

Australia-wide financial advice backed by 100+ team members, 5,000+ clients, and 500+ years of combined experience, helping Australians build financial confidence through trusted, long-term relationships.

We’re Proud to be B Corp

We’re more than a business — we’re part of a global movement for good. Achieving B Corp Certification means we meet the highest verified standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability. It’s our commitment to balancing profit with purpose, creating positive impact for our people, community, and the planet.

Our Guiding Principles

People First

We lead with empathy and act with care; for our clients and each other. Relationships always come before transactions. Because when people feel seen, supported, healthy and happy, they thrive.

This looks like:
Being present, considering the impact on all involved with the decisions we make, our attitude and behaviour on a daily basis regardless of our roles.

Work Together/ Win Together

Excellence is never a solo act. The best outcomes happen when we bring people and expertise together. We listen closely, share openly and are committed to a culture of continual learning.

No Limiting Beliefs

We don’t do small thinking. Not for ourselves and certainly not for our clients. Whether it’s financial freedom, early retirement, launching a business, or rewriting a legacy, we help each other go after it.

This looks like:
Always exploring to find a better process over a band aid solution. Coaching our clients and people beyond fear-based decision-making. Challenge the assumptions of others. A mindset of, if not us then who.

100% of the truth/100% of the time

Sharing your truth, allows others to hear, learn and respond. No withholding, share your perspective, ask questions, give and receive feedback. Being 100% complete with our communication allows others to benefit from your wisdom.

Our Team

Real people. Shared purpose.

Behind every conversation, every recommendation, and every milestone is a team that genuinely cares. We’re a group of passionate people who support one another, challenge each other to grow, and work together to help our clients move forward with confidence.

What makes this a great place to work isn’t just the work itself, it’s the people. We celebrate wins together, support each other through challenges, and never lose sight of why we do what we do.”

– Coastal Advisory Team

A Place to Meet, Connect And Work Together

Our offices are where our people come together to connect, collaborate and share ideas.

They reflect the way we work at Coastal: with openness, care and a genuine focus on people. We work closely with our clients, share knowledge across our team and build strong relationships within the communities we serve. We believe good things happen when people work together.

Trusted. Recognised. Recommended.

Winner

Winner

RI Advice Group 2021 Platinum Club

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Winner

RI Advice Group 2021 Rising Star Award – Kristy Coulin

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Winner

RI Advice Group 2020 Rising Star Award – Rosie Copp

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Winner

Central Coast Local Business Awards 2020 Outstanding Professional Services – Company

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Winner

IFA Excellence Awards 2022 Transformation of the Year – Company

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Winner

Financial Standard Power 50 2022 50 Most Influential Advisers – Daniel Brown

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Newcastle Herald

Build Your Future with Us.

We are a place for people who want to do work that matters, with people who really care. You’ll bring your expertise, energy and ideas. We’ll bring support, opportunity and a team that’s all-in. Because when you’re helping others plan a future with no regrets, your own career should be no different.