The new vision combines world class sporting and entertainment infrastructure with new homes, jobs and parklands.
Planning Minister Rob Stokes and Sports Minister Stuart Ayres released the Sydney Olympic Park Masterplan 2030, for public comment, on October 10.
Mr Stokes said the draft plan identified how the precinct could be transformed into a vibrant town centre where residents, workers and visitors could enjoy some of the best that Sydney had to offer.
“This will guarantee a future for Sydney Olympic Park as a thriving, sustainable seven-day a week destination,” he said.
Mr Ayres said Sydney Olympic Park would be “buzzing” with sporting events, concerts and entertainment, amid lively streets bustling with shops, cafes, parks, open space and shared pathways for cycling and walking.
Under the plans, the NSW Government will investigate infrastructure improvements including a new high school in the area, as well as progressing road and transport upgrades such as the Parramatta Light Rail.
Sydney Business Chamber Western Sydney Director David Borger welcomed the plan saying a “big vision” was needed with more housing and jobs to meet the needs of greater Sydney.
“Sydney Olympic Park holds some massive events like the NRL finals and State of Origin, the Royal Easter Show and international conferences,” he said.
“We need to find ways to make the precinct a place to do business and visit outside of the big events.”
Mr Borger said there was no doubt inadequate transport had held back the precinct.
“A new metro rail and light rail will be essential in addressing these issues. Road improvements also need to be made,” he said.
The Sydney Olympic Park Master Plan is open for public feedback until November 15. Visit:
www.planning.nsw.gov.au/olympicpark
BRIEFLY
Sydney Olympic Park 2030 will provide facilities for up to:
- 23,500 residents (an increase of almost 22,000)
- 10,700 homes (an increase of almost 9900)
- 34,000 jobs (an increase of about 16,500)
