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3 days ago
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- Yahoo
Sydney Fish Market redevelopment to deliver 1,500 homes
The New South Wales (NSW) state government in Australia has fast-tracked the redevelopment of the old Sydney Fish Market site at Blackwattle Bay, which is set to deliver more than 1,500 homes. This acceleration comes after a rezoning initiative that aims to unlock an additional 320 homes in the precinct. The project includes a 7.5% affordable housing contribution, ensuring these homes remain affordable in perpetuity. The Rezoning Proposal, enabled by the NSW Government's State Significant Rezoning Policy, has amended the Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2012 to increase residential floor space. This move is part of a broader effort to revitalise the harbour foreshore and address the exodus of young people from Sydney due to high housing costs. The development will offer new homes near transport links, with over half of the Blackwattle Bay precinct becoming open and accessible to the public. This includes a 1.1-hectare waterside park and a waterfront promenade that completes a 15km foreshore walk from Rozelle Bay to Woolloomooloo. Infrastructure NSW is in the process of selecting a development partner through an open and competitive expression of interest. Lendlease, Mirvac, and Stockland are the three shortlisted developers expected to submit their proposals next month. The state government aims to start the project as soon as possible, with a focus on public spaces along the waterfront. Upon completion, the site will offer housing, commercial spaces, retail, and cultural experiences. The first new homes are anticipated to be built by 2028, with construction expected to continue for another six to eight years. Meanwhile, Powerhouse Parramatta, the museum project in NSW, has reached a significant milestone, achieving its full 75m height. The project's steel exoskeleton, which constitutes the majority of the 12,000 tonnes of steel used, allows for seven column-free exhibition spaces. Two spaces are already being prepared for exhibits. Powerhouse Parramatta, set to attract two million visitors annually, represents a cultural infrastructure investment by the NSW Government. The Neilson Foundation has donated A$5m ($3.2m) to the project, which includes naming rights for an exhibition space. The Powerhouse Museum philanthropic campaign has now raised A$65.9m, in addition to the NSW Government's A$840m investment. Construction of Powerhouse Parramatta is expected to be completed by the end of this year, with a public opening scheduled for late 2026. NSW Minister for Lands and Property Steve Kamper said: 'Today's topping out and completion of the exoskeleton marks an impressive milestone and is a clear indication of the scale and momentum behind this landmark build. "Once finished, Powerhouse Parramatta will be the largest museum in NSW, with 18,000m² of exhibition and public space - a true cultural and architectural icon for Parramatta and Western Sydney.' In April this year, the NSW Government approved a new A$139m warehousing estate in Western Sydney's Aerotropolis, marking further development in the region. "Sydney Fish Market redevelopment to deliver 1,500 homes" was originally created and published by World Construction Network, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
The Age
19-05-2025
- Business
- The Age
Sydney Fish Market artworks to honour ancestral fishing practices
Long before fishing trawlers berthed at what is now known as Blackwattle Bay in inner Sydney, the Saltwater clans of the Eora nation would cast their woven fishing nets from its shores. In the late afternoon, women would take out their babies in bark nawis, small fires smoking in the canoe hulls, to fish for the night's dinner. When the $836 million Sydney Fish Market building is complete, three sculptures honouring these ancestral fishing practices will grace its eastern and western promenades. All have been cast in bronze. The last of the hot pours occurred last Thursday at the Australian Bronze Foundry at North Head. 'For thousands of years, the Saltwater clans of the Sydney region have been traditional custodians of this land, with Blackwattle Bay serving as a vital site for fishing, swimming and gathering,' Lands and Property Minister Steve Kamper said. 'These installations will honour ancestral fishing traditions and share the stories of the Saltwater people with the millions of visitors anticipated at the new Sydney Fish Market.' Some 6 million visitors a year are expected to visit the new fish market – double the number of those attending the current Pyrmont site. While the construction project itself has been beset by delays, cost blowouts and legal wrangles, the artworks are almost finished. Five major art installations have been commissioned – the three bronzes and an interactive water play area, Land of the Giant Pippies, and Coal Loader, paying homage to the area's industrial heritage. The roof itself is made of 400 panels resembling fish scales.
Sydney Morning Herald
19-05-2025
- Business
- Sydney Morning Herald
Sydney Fish Market artworks to honour ancestral fishing practices
Long before fishing trawlers berthed at what is now known as Blackwattle Bay in inner Sydney, the Saltwater clans of the Eora nation would cast their woven fishing nets from its shores. In the late afternoon, women would take out their babies in bark nawis, small fires smoking in the canoe hulls, to fish for the night's dinner. When the $836 million Sydney Fish Market building is complete, three sculptures honouring these ancestral fishing practices will grace its eastern and western promenades. All have been cast in bronze. The last of the hot pours occurred last Thursday at the Australian Bronze Foundry at North Head. 'For thousands of years, the Saltwater clans of the Sydney region have been traditional custodians of this land, with Blackwattle Bay serving as a vital site for fishing, swimming and gathering,' Lands and Property Minister Steve Kamper said. 'These installations will honour ancestral fishing traditions and share the stories of the Saltwater people with the millions of visitors anticipated at the new Sydney Fish Market.' Some 6 million visitors a year are expected to visit the new fish market – double the number of those attending the current Pyrmont site. While the construction project itself has been beset by delays, cost blowouts and legal wrangles, the artworks are almost finished. Five major art installations have been commissioned – the three bronzes and an interactive water play area, Land of the Giant Pippies, and Coal Loader, paying homage to the area's industrial heritage. The roof itself is made of 400 panels resembling fish scales.
The Guardian
20-03-2025
- Politics
- The Guardian
Chris Minns condemns Islamophobic social media attack on Lakemba mosque as ‘truly disgusting'
New South Wales police are investigating an alleged Islamophobic social media comment targeting Lakemba mosque in Sydney's west, with the state premier calling the post 'truly disgusting'. The mosque in Sydney's west was targeted by a comment invoking an Australian man's terrorist attack in New Zealand in which 51 worshippers were murdered during prayers. The reference to the 2019 attack in Christchurch was posted on a video Lakemba mosque shared on TikTok showing worshippers leaving during Ramadan. Sign up for Guardian Australia's breaking news email 'Enough is enough,' the mosque said on Thursday in a Facebook post. 'This is not just online hate – we have seen where unchecked racism leads,' it said. 'We will not wait for another tragedy before action is taken. 'We demand protection, respect, and the right to live without fear in our own country.' Earlier this month the Australian Islamic House – Masjid Al-Bayt Al-Islami in Edmondson Park reported a similar online threat made against it on Instagram. Police confirmed they were investigating that threat. The Lebanese Muslim Association, which operates the Lakemba mosque, referred the threat to the police. Sign up to Breaking News Australia Get the most important news as it breaks after newsletter promotion The association noted the incident had occurred during the sacred month of Ramadan. In a statement, it said: 'Thousands of Australian Muslims who gather at Lakemba mosque and across the country do so with love and commitment to this nation. 'They are citizens who contribute to its prosperity and diversity. Yet they continue to feel unsafe in their own country due to the lack of legal protections and the unchecked rise of anti-Muslim rhetoric.' The NSW premier, Chris Minns, condemned the reported threat as 'truly disgusting'. 'The NSW police force have launched an urgent investigation into this threat and those responsible will face the full force of the law. 'Every single person in our state deserves to be able to practise their faith free from threats and this racism and Islamophobia has absolutely no place in NSW.' The multiculturalism minister, Steve Kamper, said the government was taking the reported threat seriously and the community would be supported to feel protected and safe. 'To invoke the horrific tragedy of the Christchurch terror attack is unconscionable and despicable,' he said. 'No matter your ethnicity, religion, or country of birth, we are all bound – first and foremost – by our common commitment to each other as Australians,' he said. A spokesperson for the NSW police said an investigation had been commenced into the matter.
