A new era for Haymarket unfolds with urban renewal
Discover the changes shaping the heart of Chinatown's future: heritage upgrades, street improvements and cultural events.
Better streets and spaces
Improving our parks, buildings and connections
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Streets ahead on road renewals works
How better planning and collaboration helped us streamline these essential works.
George Street transformation wins Australian Urban Design Award
The awards honour the highest quality, most innovative urban designs.
From vacant to vibrant: Glebe building makeover for affordable housing
We’re contributing $3m to Wesley Mission’s development that will become a beacon of hope and community for nearly 100 residents.
A little corner of Circular Quay transforms
Loftus Street’s facelift will see it blossom with extra space for alfresco dining and retail therapy.
In pictures: Top cycling moments of 2023
From princess rides to deja-vu cycleways, it was big year in bike riding. Revisit our biggest cycling stories of the year.
Recycled materials revolutionise urban road renewal
How reused glass and asphalt reshaped Clarence Street.
George Street north – permanent upgrade works begin
We’re one step closer to completing the George Street boulevard.
Improved parks to connect, rest and play
We’ve upgraded several playgrounds and green spaces for everyone to enjoy.
Cycleways fit for a princess
Denmark’s Crown Princess Mary rode around Sydney’s bike lanes.
Walk the rainbow: George Street north Pride flag to be extended
Work comes a step closer to our long-term vision of a world-class boulevard.
Landmark fountain’s new lease of life
The Archibald Memorial Fountain in Sydney’s Hyde Park is back in action, following an extensive upgrade.
In conversation: Preserving Sydney’s industrial heritage one brick kiln at a time
What happens when you mix curiosity, camaraderie and mud.
First look: Building sites reimagined as works of art
Your new favourite artwork could be just around the corner.
Macleay Street’s transformation completed
A 6-block refurbishment of the Potts Point strip is part of our push for greener, safer and more accessible spaces.
Urban oasis opens in booming neighbourhood
The Drying Green is a relaxing space for locals and visitors that pays homage to Green Square’s past.
More trees breathe life into our city spaces
How $1.3m in state government grants is helping us create a cool, calm and resilient environment
Shovel ready: Construction to begin on Green Square Public School and community spaces
Preparing to break ground on our upcoming public facilities.
Sydney Park brick kilns and chimneys to be preserved and restored
We invite your feedback on the concept design.
George Street south transformed into a pedestrian boulevard
There is now more than 9,000m² of additional space for people walking and dining in Sydney’s city centre.
Check out our new indoor sports courts in Alexandria
We’ve opened 2 new indoor courts as Perry Park continues to transform into a bustling sporting precinct.
$16 million makeover for heritage building
We’re giving this city landmark a facelift to preserve it for future generations.
New street furniture to revitalise our city
Architect-designed infrastructure will help make our public places more attractive for everyone to enjoy.
A new cycleway for Oxford and Liverpool streets
A new separated cycleway on one of our busiest bike routes will make it safer and easier to cross the city
Annandale synthetic sports field gives the green light for play
A new multipurpose facility in the inner Sydney suburb will allow training, futsal, hockey and soccer games in all weather.
Breathing new life into the city’s laneways
We’re enlivening forgotten spaces and helping support the Covid recovery.
Take a virtual tour: Green Square primary school and community spaces
You're invited to find out more about the project, design and facilities planned for our communities.
Skaters’ dream comes to life at Federal Park skate park
Break out that BMX bike, skateboard or scooter and work up a sweat at our new space
Climate startups scale up in new Sydney hub
Local tech talent gets ready for a global market
Over the rainbow: Surry Hills path celebrates same-sex marriage
The 90m walkway is complete just in time for Sydney Mardi Gras.
