An elected Liberal Government will commit $5 million towards widening Hill Road to provide better and safer connectivity for the Community of Wentworth Point Grange Chung said this funding will help address a persistent frustration for the Reid community “Wentworth Point is a vibrant and densely populated but the local transport infrastructure has not kept up with the growing population and is inadequate to meet the needs of the community,” Mr Chung said “This project will support the widening of single lane sections of Hill Road from Bennelong Parkway where the road connects with larger thoroughfares meaning significantly better flow of traffic and reduced congestion points.” “Currently Wentworth Point is only accessible via Hill Road so increasing the road capacity and traffic flow will be fantastic and very welcomed by the community.” The Liberals stand ready to work with local councils and state governments to deliver practical improvements to make our urban roads safer for all users The Albanese Labor Government has cancelled cut and delayed more than $30 billion worth of infrastructure projects over the past three years and damaged the economy through wasteful spending on the wrong priorities By comparison the Liberals have been using these past three years to develop a robust plan to get road and rail infrastructure back up and running.  This commitment is part of the Liberals plan to strengthen our local communities and to get Australia back on track.  To read more about our plan, visit https://www.nswliberal.org.au/our-plan   Donations by individuals to registered political parties of between $2 and $1,500 in a financial year are tax deductible. Phone: 02 8356 0300 Privacy Policy Authorised by Chris StoneLiberal Party of Australia 131 Macquarie StreetSydney NSW 2000Phone: (02) 8356 0300 Privacy Policy Offering a five-star resort lifestyle every day of the week one rental community is making waves in Sydney's emerging urban precinct of Wentworth Point Wentworth Quarter presents a rare opportunity for luxurious riverfront living capturing the attention of renters with its unique value proposition is promising an elevated lifestyle for renters with its 211 sophisticated residences centred around a picture-perfect resort-style sanctuary this address stands out with its premier waterfront location and luxurious touches throughout "Wentworth Quarter’s considered design was curated especially with residents in mind whether that be taking advantage of the water views or delivering a neutral interior pallet for residents to personalise with their own styling," explains Kate Mansell we encourage our residents to personalise their home by painting the walls and installing shelving or artwork "The property includes a friendly and welcoming on-site leasing and resident team presenting excellent value for residents who all lead busy lives and are looking for more from their rental." Wentworth Quarter has stunning waterfront views and exclusive resort-level amenities Just 30 minutes from Sydney CBD and a quick 10-minute stroll from Rhodes Residents can explore various dining options and essential services like schools and public transport with quiet waterways and protected parklands to explore as well as Sydney Olympic Park’s 430 hectares of parklands just a ferry ride away Along the foreshore promenade residents can enjoy relaxing seating areas children’s playground and even an off-leash dog park which is fantastic for our pet friendly community Wentworth Quarter's foreshore park provides residents with a space for children and pets to play Residents love spending their weekends with family and friends at the podium level tropical oasis lawn and covered seating which is ideal for picnics and barbecues "The verdant landscaping provides a serene backdrop to the spacious co-working space complete with Wi-Fi access and plenty of seating and bench space," shares Mansell "We also have quiet rooms to host meetings or practice music "Our rooftop dining area is a much-loved feature and has been well utilised for private celebrations and dinners since our first residents moved in.” on the rooftop level you’ll find a spacious wrap-around balcony with barbecue and casual dining relaxed outdoor seating and indoor resident lounge and media room Residents can entertain in style with exclusive use of the rooftop dining and terrace featuring all the latest exercise equipment is a hit with residents after work and on the weekends All these amenities are exclusively for resident use making Wentworth Quarter feel like a holiday from the moment they arrive Security is paramount at Wentworth Quarter with features such as intercom systems secure car spaces and storage cages included Designed by the acclaimed Bates Smart architects the Wentworth Quarter project features 211 residences catering to every renter There are one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments and a limited number of boutique three-bedroom waterfront townhouses Mansell says every residence has been thoughtfully crafted with plenty of room to move The sophisticated homes are light-filled with quality finishes throughout to enhance the luxurious feel Gallery (5 images)Not your ordinary rentalAccording to Mansell however a build-to-rent property has many other upsides too "The main benefit of renting from a singular owner of the entire development is the security of tenure provided to our residents They are free to make Wentworth Quarter their home for as little or as long as they like never having to worry about their landlord wanting to move in which many Sydney renters are experiencing," she shares "We provide residents with flexible lease terms Our on-site leasing team delivers a quick and seamless leasing experience "Managing home repairs is quick and simple with the resident app which sends requests to our qualified onsite maintenance manager." residents can enjoy convenience and community atmosphere Recognising that social connection is essential for today's renters is why Wentworth Quarter has a dedicated resident experience team who curate regular events “We wanted to not only create sophisticated residences with access to ample amenity but develop a strong sense of community amongst our residents,” Mansell adds "We love seeing new friendships develop amongst our singles "Everyone we’ve met has been so friendly and welcoming creating such a positive atmosphere for us and our pets alike." "This isn’t just a place to live — it’s a home and we’re so grateful to be part of such an incredible community!" Mansell adds that residences are available now and ready to move in but be sure to contact the leasing team for current availability third parties have written and supplied the content and we are not responsible for it completeness or reliability of the information nor do we accept any liability or responsibility arising in any way from omissions or errors contained in the content We do not recommend sponsored lenders or loan products and we cannot introduce you to sponsored lenders We strongly recommend that you obtain independent advice before you act on the content realestate.com.au is owned and operated by ASX-listed REA Group Ltd (REA:ASX) © REA Group Ltd. By accessing or using our platform, you agree to our Terms of Use. Information about working in or operating early childhood education services including outside school hours care information for parents including how to choose a service and supporting your child for their transition to school Skills NSW helps post high school students find courses in vocational training across a wide variety of industries and course providers The NSW Department of Education is committed to employing the best and brightest teachers who can teach and make a difference in NSW public schools NSW Department of Education's information on curriculum taught in NSW schools Aboriginal education and communities & personalised support Wentworth Point families are set for a major education boost as the Minns Labor Government marks the beginning of a major expansion to Wentworth Point Public School while construction nears completion at the new Wentworth Point High School Major upgrades to Wentworth Public School will see the delivery of 26 new classrooms three new support classrooms and an internal renovation to the school’s library The upgrade will allow for the removal of all 16 demountables and lift the capacity of the school from 400 to 1,000 when works are completed in mid-2026 The beginning of upgrade works on the public school comes as works near completion at the neighbouring new multimillion-dollar Wentworth Point High School Students are set to begin classes at the new public high school from Day 1 The new high school will cater for Year 7 students from Wentworth Point with an additional year of schooling added each year Stage 2 of the high school is now in planning with construction set to begin in early 2025 which will deliver a new multipurpose hall for sports and performance canteen facilities and a sports field which will be open to the community outside of school hours Improvements to Wenworth Point education infrastructure is long overdue following the former Liberal National Government failing to deliver on promised upgrades and instead leaving school communities to rely on temporary demountables filling the school playgrounds This is part of the Minns Labor Government’s plan to rebuild public education which includes a record $3.6 billion to upgrade and build new schools in Western Sydney addressing a school infrastructure backlog left after more than a decade of neglect by the Liberals and Nationals Deputy Premier and Minister for Education and Early Learning Prue Car said: “I am pleased to see upgrade works begin at Wentworth Point Public School today “While the population in this area grew significantly over the last decade the Liberals and Nationals failed to plan for the schools needed in the Wentworth Point community “Our major investments in Wentworth Point mean families will now have certainty that their children can attend a world-class public school in their local area.” “It is fantastic to see upgrade works starting at Wentworth Point Public School “We had to fight hard for our new high school this major public school upgrade and the long-awaited Peninsula Park “I am proud to be part of the Minns Labor Government that is delivering for our community.” Principal of Wentworth Point Public School Jayne Muir said: “I am excited about the upgrades and the prospect of developing an educational precinct on the Wentworth Point Peninsula and Wentworth Point Public School is in its seventh year of operation “We are now projecting an enrolment of over 740 students by the beginning of 2025 This rapid increase underscores the pressing need for expanded facilities to continue to provide a high-quality learning environment.” Principal of Wentworth Point High School Melissa Johnston said: “I am delighted to be building the foundations of a new school community “The modern six storey facility located along the beautiful Parramatta River provides flexible learning spaces for mainstream and support unit students and offers high quality specialist facilities to support diverse learning pathways and post school options,” Ms Johnston said “We will maximise the flexible learning spaces through student transition programs and staff inductions with explicit expectations regarding optimal teaching and learning.” We recognise the Ongoing Custodians of the lands and waterways where we work and live We pay respect to Elders past and present as ongoing teachers of knowledge We strive to ensure every Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander learner in NSW achieves their potential through education @media print{.css-1k371a6{position:absolute!important;}}@media print{.css-1k371a6{position:absolute!important;}}Wentworth QuarterWentworth Quarter by Bates Smart is a new residential community in Wentworth Point one of the most densely populated suburbs in the country Wentworth 6.jpg From the architect:Wentworth Quarter by Bates Smart is a new residential community in Wentworth Point, one of the most densely populated suburbs in the country.  The waterfront site, a former industrial land parcel, is the first step in a four-stage masterplan that extends from the foreshore back to Hill Road. Wentworth Quarter meets the suburb’s demand of a growing population with 200 high-quality, build-to-rent apartments and eight townhouses.  The masterplan defines a U-shaped perimeter block, organised around a landscaped courtyard and opening out to address Homebush Bay. The public domain extends and enhances the existing street network; Marine Parade, to the north-west, and Verona Drive, the green spine that will link the entire precinct. The 30m wide foreshore provides a new public open space, encouraging pedestrian and cycle routes along the promenade.  Buildings have a solid, masonry base that introduces a distinct street interface. This brickwork extends up the volumes fronting Marine Parade. Deep brick piers separate room modules from balconies, while expressed concrete horizontals provide shading. All facades perpendicular to the foreshore line are facetted, opening apartment views to the water. Vertical louvres provide privacy and protection from low-angle sun.  Sign up to our newsletter for the latest industry news, products and inspiration. Quality homes by Sekisui House Australia at 11 Wattlebird Road Diverse range of apartment designs including one Sanctuary has been brought to life by award winning developer Wentworth Point is surrounded by vast parkland and bike paths with almost 50 hectares of nearby nature reserves It is near the Proposed Parramatta Light Rail and there are also two shopping centres neighbouring the estate Proximity to Sydney Olympic Park and Parramatta River as well as views east to the CBD and west to the Blue Mountains mean Sanctuary residents are spoilt for choice Central Park is a great destination for Sanctuary’s residents and the broader community Designed as a series of innovative indoor/outdoor spaces immersed in nature Sanctuary’s Central Park offers residents a range of ideal venues to host and enjoy activities such as public and private events All Sanctuary apartments come with car space and storage cage.  View the privacy policy We're on a mission to radically improve the quality of Urban communities being developed across Australia We aim to showcase every development in Australia to help you find the perfect new home Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time Wentworth Point High School has a dance studio two commercial kitchens and a music room that will house a baby grand piano And if founding principal Melissa Johnston gets her way the school might soon have its own sheds for rowing – a sport traditionally dominated by private schools and it’s an opportunity that many students wouldn’t get to do in public school,” says Johnston The new Wentworth Point High School on the banks of the Parramatta River.Credit: Janie Barrett will welcome its first students next month Nestled on a peninsula on the banks of the Parramatta River vertical Wentworth Point High School is in one of the most densely populated suburbs in the country Wentworth Point is the only Australian suburb with no houses; it only has apartments Principal Melissa Johnston says the community were clear they wanted sport to be on the agenda.Credit: Janie Barrett “Something that’s really important for students growing up in this type of environment is actually outdoor physical activity a real need for this community,” Johnston says The school will house about 1500 students once a school hall and a public park is completed next to the school which will provide additional playing fields for students a nearby shopping centre will let students use a nearby privately owned park a few minutes’ walk away for sport on Tuesday afternoons Students will use five flights of stairs and a lift dedicated to students to move around the school.Credit: Janie Barrett When Johnston gave the Herald a tour of the new school on Thursday students were trickling into the empty school to visit the uniform shop ahead of the first day of term on February 6 About 180 students are set to start year 7 this year with the school to fill up gradually with a new year 7 class until it reaches capacity The school day will have only four 75-minute-long learning periods in a bid to minimise movement across the campus’ six floors Students will have a five-minute “buffer break” to give them time to get to their next class The school will eventually have 1500 students.Credit: Janie Barrett Most classrooms are arranged in “pods”; large glass doors can divide areas into four rooms Eventually it is likely the school will have different staggered start and finish times for junior and senior students Speaking to primary school students last year Johnston asked some of them to nominate their favourite part of the new school Inside the school’s commercial grade kitchens.Credit: Janie Barrett “Their favourite part was the little circle of grass … because they’re living in units,” she said Wentworth Point High P&C president Leon Li said the suburb was unique in its diversity There will be a large cohort starting year 7 who come from Mongolia Jenny Li said she was looking forward to playing sport at the school and using the new facilities.Credit: Janie Barrett She said her favourite thing about the school was simply that it is shiny and new we’ll be the first people to use it,” she said Get the day’s breaking news, entertainment ideas and a long read to enjoy. Sign up to receive our Evening Edition newsletter here. the school might soon have its own sheds for rowing \\u2013 a sport traditionally dominated by private schools and it\\u2019s an opportunity that many students wouldn\\u2019t get to do in public school,\\u201D says Johnston \\u201CSomething that\\u2019s really important for students growing up in this type of environment is actually outdoor physical activity a real need for this community,\\u201D Johnston says a nearby shopping centre will let students use a nearby privately owned park a few minutes\\u2019 walk away for sport on Tuesday afternoons The school day will have only four 75-minute-long learning periods in a bid to minimise movement across the campus\\u2019 six floors Students will have a five-minute \\u201Cbuffer break\\u201D to give them time to get to their next class Most classrooms are arranged in \\u201Cpods\\u201D; large glass doors can divide areas into four rooms \\u201CTheir favourite part was the little circle of grass \\u2026 because they\\u2019re living in units,\\u201D she said we\\u2019ll be the first people to use it,\\u201D she said entertainment ideas and a long read to enjoy Waterfront living in a sophisticated brand-new townhouse is a rare opportunity now available for renters with a new project taking renting to new levels of luxury in Sydney One of the biggest draws of renting is the simplicity and flexibility renters have to sacrifice luxury and lifestyle with traditional rentals nowhere near the level of sophistication as new homes built for owner-occupiers But with the rental market evolving to suit the varied needs of renters in Australia some new leasable options are hitting the market that appeal to those looking for more Wentworth Quarter a new community of stunning waterfront residences in the heart of Wentworth Point has released eight of its exclusive townhouses for rent for the first time Managed by an onsite General Manager and a professional team who handle leasing plus boasting a suite of resort-level amenities the exclusive collection is already turning heads and shaping up to be one of the hottest rental opportunities in the market this year these three-bedroom townhouses offer views Director at Sydney-based architecture firm Bates Smart says the homes have been designed specifically to appeal to high-end renters from the fantastically designed kitchens to the functional "Living here would be truly special," Lake says Wentworth Quarter's luxury townhouses provide a unique lifestyle-focused build-to-rent opportunity "We designed them as high-quality homes framed by their beautiful foreshore location He adds that they also "reversed the typical townhouse floorplan This maximises privacy as well as views over Homebush Bay" A deep balcony and private landscaped courtyard bookend the living spaces and one bedroom on the upper level "These areas become extensions of the indoors Residents will be able to live an indoor/outdoor lifestyle Gallery (5 images)Privacy and peace of mindA key factor that will draw attention is that these townhouses have been carefully planned with privacy in mind Lake points out that each residence has exclusive outdoor and indoor living spaces Built around a naturally inspired courtyard Each townhouse boasts its landscaped courtyard and multiple outdoor living areas the homes have been thoughtfully designed with individual street addresses creating a true sense of privacy and exclusivity residents still enjoy the advantages of living in a residential community Wentworth Quarter boasts an array of resort-level amenities Townhouse residents have access to all of Wentworth Quarter's deluxe amenities These features are all part of the rental agreement for the exclusive townhouses there's also a dedicated onsite team including leasing as well as a resident app for easy communication In addition to the resident concierge desk there is a parcel room and cold storage facility providing simplicity for all delivery needs there are also regular community events to help inspire a sense of belonging and community spirit The eight exclusive townhouses form part of the 211 residences at Wentworth Quarter consisting of one- the last phase of developer Billbergia’s waterfront development at Wentworth Point will now be determined by the City of Parramatta Council with the NSW Government’s Department of Planning Housing and Infrastructure making the Council the relevant planning authority for the Homebush Bay West Development Control Plan (DCP) 13 Feb 2025 • 3m read • View Author The final decision on Bennelong Cove, the last phase of developer Billbergia’s waterfront development at Wentworth Point, NSW, will now be determined by the City of Parramatta Council, with the NSW Government’s Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure making the Council the relevant planning authority for the Homebush Bay West Development Control Plan (DCP). Part of Billbergia’s 11ha masterplanned community at Wentworth Point in Sydney’s suburbs and located at 16 Burroway Road (known as ‘Block H’), Bennelong Cove was the culmination of more than seven years of planning including an international design competition.  Designed by FJC Studio (formerly FJMT), the mixed-use development was originally planned with a 50-storey tower and a 40-storey tower. However, following feedback from the Council and the community, Billbergia revised their plans to accommodate two 40-storey residential apartment towers, for which the developer sought amendments to the existing Homebush Bay West DCP for the site. Existing planning controls for the Block H site would allow approximately 30,000sqm of residential gross floor area (GFA), equivalent to about 350 apartments; and a maximum height of 25 and 16 storeys for the two towers.  In January 2023, the Department of Planning revoked the Council’s delegated power as the local planning authority to assess and determine proposed amendments to the Homebush Bay West DCP. Billbergia submitted their revised proposal for assessment by the Department in April 2023. Following an exhibition of the draft Homebush Bay West Development Control Plan, Amendment 2 on the NSW Planning Portal from November 2023 to February 2024, the feedback from the community revealed that of the 1,130 total submissions received in response, 636 submissions were supportive while 480 submissions opposed the amendment.  Key concerns expressed by the community ranged from overdevelopment of the area, impact of increased density on traffic, transport and parking, and current lack of public transport in the area, to the built form and design impacts as well as shortage of open space and social infrastructure including community and play spaces.  The report, summarising the feedback, was released in December 2024, more than 10 months after the exhibition, with the Department of Planning restoring control of decision-making to the Parramatta Council. According to an update from the Department of Planning published on their website, “The Department’s Planning Secretary has issued a new delegation making the City of Parramatta Council the relevant planning authority for the Homebush Bay West Development Control Plan. This means Council can assess and determine proposed amendments to the DCP.” “Enabling Council to make decisions relating to the DCP will ensure local planning matters are addressed by Council. It also enables better alignment with the Council led draft Planning Agreement, which seeks to secure local community infrastructure on the site.” The City of Parramatta Council is expected to make a decision on the DCP amendments later this year. Main image: A render of the Wentworth Point Indoor Sports Centre proposed by Billbergia in their revised plans (Source: Billbergia) Rooted, resilient, resonant: Off-grid family living amongst the rugged Australian landscape Using DecoBatten®’s latest profile on The Seaside Sanctuary Solid Nordic softwood in interior design: Sustainable solutions for joinery, flooring and wall panelling Construction of resort-style clubhouse begins at AVID’s over 50s lifestyle precinct in Fraser Coast Sekisui House Australia has revealed the premium sky home collection in Willow, their most recent release in the $2 billion Wentworth Point masterplan The 48 apartments, on levels 20 to 28 of the new building, will offer expansive, uninterrupted views across Millennium Parklands, the Parramatta River, Sydney’s CBD The sky homes are part of the third stage of Sanctuary two mid-rise buildings and a 28-level tower to be developed around a podium lagoon pool connected to an internal and external communal pavilion Paul Wainwright, Senior Sales and Operations Manager – Apartment & Mixed-Use Developments at Sekisui House Australia said the sky homes represent the most aspirational collection released within the Sanctuary community to date “All upper-level residences have been designed to maximise breathtaking outlooks with no risk of future obstruction," Wainwright says higher finishes and a rare connection to the natural surroundings that is difficult to find in a city-edge location." with prices starting from $810,000 and reaching $4.5 million for the four-bedroom penthouse with generous floorplans that prioritise natural light Designed by acclaimed architecture and design studio Turner, Willow’s form is inspired by the flowing curves of the Parramatta River Its distinctive terracotta façade graduates from darker shades at the base to lighter tones at the top James McCarthy, Director at Turner said the Sky Homes were conceived as residences immersed in nature and surrounded by sky “These upper levels have been carefully designed to offer a sense of calm elevation," McCarthy said "Curved bronze-toned batten screens filter light add privacy and accentuate the tower’s sculptural form Floor-to-ceiling glazing and expansive balconies invite the outdoors in while maximising views in every direction.” McCarthy said the architectural vision for Willow was shaped by the idea of a building growing out of its landscape "We conceptualised the architecture to feel like a natural extension of the parklands while the material palette complements the surrounding waterfront and bushland.” The design ensures a sense of privacy and openness with no buildings directly facing one another “Each tower within the Sanctuary masterplan is intentionally offset to preserve view lines and avoid visual crowding residents will experience a feeling of peaceful separation a real sense of being removed from the density of urban living,” James added rectangular floorplates behind the sculptural forms the interiors are practical and easy to furnish It is a balance of emotional and spatial intelligence Positioned at the gateway to Millennium Parklands Willow is also known as the ‘Green Heart’ of the Sanctuary masterplan peaceful setting surrounded by native bushland and water Residents will have exclusive access to a resort-style lagoon pool and a flexible indoor communal pavilion suitable for social gatherings Wainwright said buyer interest has been strong in the lead-up to the release “We are witnessing demand from both existing purchasers waiting for this collection and new buyers who value lifestyle, space, and quality. The express ferry to Barangaroo in just over 20 minutes means residents can avoid traffic altogether it is a key drawcard for busy professionals.” When completed in 2030, Sanctuary will comprise around 2,000 homes, integrated parks, new public spaces, retail, and direct access to the future Parramatta Light Rail, helping transform Wentworth Point into one of Sydney’s most connected waterfront communities Residents are expected to move in by mid-2026 If stunning water views and premium luxury living are what you dream about for your family, then Sanctuary development underway in Wentworth Point is not to be missed. Nestled on the water's edge of Wentworth Point, just 16km from Sydney's CBD, Sanctuary presents a unique opportunity to experience elevated waterfront living at the geographical heart of Australia's most vibrant city.  Created by renowned developer Sekisui House Australia, this stunning community combines modern luxury with Japanese design principles to offer a beautiful, liveable oasis. "We're unique in that we're surrounded by nature on three sides of the development," explains Project Director Edward Natour. "So, although we are on the waterfront, we still have stunning natural landscape." He says this has been incorporated into the design, with many of the homes north facing with views to the water. Laguna and Glade is the second stage of Sanctuary, showcasing stunning architectural beauty and luxurious design.  16km from Sydney's CBD, Sanctuary presents a unique opportunity to experience waterfront living. While most residences have already been claimed, a few boutique apartments remain available for those seeking a luxury abode. This includes some premium 4-bedroom residences that exemplify Sanctuary's commitment to superior design and finishes.  "We’ve got eight premium 4-bedroom luxury residences available across eight floors, and these are quite large, especially for apartments," shares Natour. "They offer a unique outlook to our neighbourhood green, which is beautiful, and they've been designed to the highest specifications." The apartments feature premium natural stone on the benchtops and joinery, an in-built coffee-machine, Fisher & Paykel steam oven and multiple balconies. There are also additional ‘flexi’ spaces that can be used as studies, media rooms, or extra bedrooms - these homes really do present a canvas on which the family can adapt to their needs and thrive. "That extra space means you can make a room for the kids to play or incorporate a home office. We've purposely kept it flexible to suit the individual buyer’s needs," Natour adds. Another huge drawcard for buyers in this release is the extensive amenities. There’s the Revive Health Club, Sanctuary’s amenity facility that includes a double-level gym overlooking the foreshore. With state-of-the-art equipment and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the water’s edge. Alternatively, residents can wake up with a rejuvenating swim in the heated indoor pool before embarking on their day. There is also more than 47 hectares of nature reserves nearby to explore and access to 45 kilometres of bike paths around Sydney Olympic Park. Natour says it's no secret that Wentworth Point is emerging as an ideal Sydney residential hub, offering families an unparalleled blend of urban amenities and natural beauty.  "It's been a residential hub for some time, and we're seeing more and more owner occupiers and families moving in," Natour explains. This demand has seen prices rise strongly in the area. Wentworth Point is emerging as an ideal Sydney residential hub by offering an array of amenities. Proptrack data shows the median unit price in Wentworth Point is up a whopping 10% in the past 5 years. The postcode also has strong rental yields of 5.5% on average. It's easy to see why buyers are drawn to this area, given the lifestyle opportunities.  Perfectly situated, Sanctuary is just a short stroll from several nearby restaurants.  Residents can also hit up the shopping centres, golf courses, cinemas, and supermarkets in the surrounding suburbs.  Additionally, the Sydney Olympic Park ferry wharf is just a 2-minute walk away, providing a quick 30-minute ride to Circular Quay.  It's also conveniently close to Wentworth Point Public School, and Wentworth Point High School (opening in 2025) a short stroll from your doorstep. Natour adds that connectivity is also only going to get better with future developments, such as the proposed Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2, which will link Greater Parramatta and the Olympic Peninsula. Additionally, Sanctuary’s masterplan includes a proposed local childcare facility designed to support new families in the community. Sekisui House's dedication to environmental sustainability shines through at Sanctuary, which features thoughtful touches like bio-swales, rooftop solar panels, and water-efficient appliances. "We're in a unique estate where we've got the Sydney Olympic Park recycled water connection, so all of our laundry toilets are run off recycled water," Natour shares. "This means we also have our own water collection that we use for mass watering of gardens to keep them lush." Gallery (9 images)Additionally, every apartment is designed with thermal efficiency in mind, incorporating double glazing to ensure consistent temperatures in living spaces. The development has received a prestigious 4-Gold Star iCIRT rating, reflecting its superior quality and commitment to a lasting legacy. According to Natour, 90% of the Laguna and Glade releases at Sanctuary have already been sold, with completion expected in 2025. To experience this exceptional waterfront lifestyle and avoid missing out, visit the display suite at Shop 9/1 Burroway Road, Wentworth Point NSW 2127. Located in the heart of Sydney’s vibrant Wentworth Point Willow offers an unparalleled living experience where urban convenience seamlessly blends with nature's tranquility This meticulously designed residential community epitomises modern luxury featuring contemporary apartments that boast sophisticated finishes and innovative layouts Residents of Willow enjoy exclusive access to a range of state-of-the-art amenities and stylish communal spaces perfect for socialising and relaxation pool for $500,000Kirsten Craze Sydney home seekers can get properties with a gym water views and many other luxuries for prices as low as $500,000 as developers try to squeeze more into their apartment blocks to bait buyers It comes as unit living shapes into a growing reality for Sydney residents with about half of the city population expected to live in apartment and townhouse complexes by 2040 PropTrack figures over the past 12 months showed units accounted for 47 per cent of all dwelling sales in Sydney developers have been upping their game by packing more expensive lifestyle amenities into their residential buildings MORE: Aussies reveal what a ‘good’ salary in each capital Waterfront Estate in Wentworth Point has prices as low at $485,000 Waterfront Estate in Wentworth Point also has tennis courts MORE: Blacklisted: suburbs where homes are risky buys These bells and whistles often come with high price tags for newly-built communities but Sydney is home to a number of rare real estate unicorns where apartment blocks with resort-style features have entry prices under half a million Jeremy Deviesseux of Ray White Wentworth Point is currently marketing a one-bedroom unit with parking for $485,000 while other units in the same complex are listed for under $600,000 Located in the Capri building of the Waterfront Estate residents have access to indoor and outdoor pools in Westmead has homes priced under $500k and the building includes: resort style swimming pool Deviesseux has sold multiple apartments in the 20-year old complex over the past 17 years clean environment with a fabulous community feel Everything is accessible from here and the apartments are well spaced out so you aren’t overshadowed by your neighbours People always say ‘Wow I didn’t even know this was here!” he said adding that the neighbourhood also has 35km of bicycle and walking tracks along Homebush Bay and a free shuttle to ferries or Rhodes Station Deviesseux pointed out that apartment owners in Waterfront Estate were facing a temporarily elevated strata bill “But we have reflected that in the price.” This Pyrmont unit in the Goldbrough building sold for $525,000 Owner Mailie Gall purchased the 74sq m unit as a first-home buyer in 2021 and is still so keen on the area she’s upsizing and buying off the plan nearby in Wentworth Point I absolutely love that apartment and that building everybody’s smiling in the lifts and getting to know each other,” she said but at Wentworth Point it’s like you’re living in a resort everyday The pool and gym are fabulous and it’s all included in the strata which I think is a great saving if you think about paying for those things out of pocket.” Tariq Jameel of McGrath Parramatta has previously sold several units in Westmead’s Monarco Estate community where he said purchasers seek out bang for their buck Jameel is marketing a two-bedroom apartment for $650,000 in the four-building complex “A lot of first-home buyers buy in this building They see it not only being great value for money Units in the One Central Park complex in Chippendale include 24-hr concierge; intercom entry plus secure lift access; plus there’s a heated pool with sundeck plus spa and gym “These apartments are probably about $30,000 to $40,000 more than others in typically smaller blocks but people are happy to pay that when they get a feeling of community and all these amenities.” From inner Sydney to the outer-ring suburbs sales of apartments in high-amenity buildings 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masterplan.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArchitecture firm Turner have designed the project on the 9.4ha site that includes space for the future Parramatta Light Rail link.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe next phase of the six-stage project is Willow which is a major drawcard.”\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeanwhile closer to Sydney Harbour and east of the CBD Third.i and acquisition partner Toohey Miller have broken ground on their 13-apartment project on the fringe of Potts Point.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"2V9RMRT7gO8pbqYOky93Yj\"\u003e\u003cpicture\u003e\u003cimg src=\"//images.ctfassets.net/8pr762qjocl3/3gMnyfi15pkRpfnFZMiwBe/e6eb9d2a5811a4bde79bda80a79c16c2/Copy_of_Editorial_Mid_800x450_-_2024-09-19T143351.620.jpg\" alt=\"three images the first of an apartment building the second of the rooftop pool and barbecue area with views of sydney and the third is the interior of the apartments the project includes a rooftop common area and interiors by Mathieson Architects.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNSW-based construction company Dilcara has been appointed to the project which is scheduled for completion in early 2026.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThird.i co-founder Luke Berry said they were expecting investment to pick up in the area due to a large scale of works planned for the near-future.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“With ongoing regeneration and community upgrades property values are expected to rise,” Berry said.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Sales are increasing on popular streets like Victoria and Macleay while Brougham Street properties are priced at about a third to half the cost per square metre.”\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to Third.i Sekisui House Australia’s $2 billon mixed use development The development is set to reimagine Wentworth Point from a former industrial area into a dynamic waterside precinct Lendlease’s third residential building in the Collins Wharf precinct of Victoria Harbour.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 28-storey building at 971 Collins Street in Melbourne’s Docklands will deliver 312 homes in a mix of one two and three-bedroom apartments as well as townhouses and penthouses.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to Lendlease the project has already secured more than 50 per cent in presales.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHickory is the construction contractor—it completed the precinct’s first development in 2019 and is also working on LendLease’s second tower Regatta.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor Ancora Hickory is implementing several technical construction methods including various piling techniques and precast concrete solutions that enable a parallel-track construction program.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe building’s facade designed by architect Warren and Mahoney uses a three-stage design incorporating double-glazed glass and textured precast concrete with Reckli and brick finishes.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe structural design transitions from a solid podium base to lighter upper levels “reflecting a maritime theme” aligned with the Collins Wharf design objectives.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAncora will connect to the neighbouring Regatta development via a podium allowing resident access to shared amenities.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an all-electric building that includes electric vehicle infrastructure the development is targeting a 5 Star Green Star certification Completion is expected in 2027.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegatta including build-to-rent and build-to-sell units.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eExtensive wharf works including remediation of pre-existing wharf piles installation of raker piles and construction of the extension to Australia Walk are also part of the project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTechnical challenges include constructing on the finger wharf and co-ordinating extensive above-wharf road reserve and public parkland works.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Collins Wharf precinct will ultimately comprise six residential buildings of more than 1800 homes surrounded by over 5000sq m of parks and community space.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease is developing the parkland concurrently with the residential components including the extension of Australian Walk that forms part of the City of Melbourne’s Greenline project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease executive director of development Adam Williams said Collins Wharf “is fast becoming a sought-after address .. which took just a handful of hours to emerge on Saturday night the Coalition’s failure to sway voters has come under intense scrutiny.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts lack of policies around property that resonated with voters has been a large part of that criticism.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmong those policies was a $5-billion infrastructure program to unlock up to 500,000 new homes was greeted with no small amount of scepticism.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Coalition also campaigned on its previously revealed plan to allow first home buyers to draw down on their superannuation giving access to up to $50,000 to help fund mortgage deposits.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile that proposal had won some support it got the thumbs down from many of Australia’s top economists who said the measure could prove highly inflationary among other issues.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSimilarly its plan to allow mortgage interest for first home buyers to be tax-deductible was roundly criticised for its likely inflationary and regressive effects.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has also been pointed out that the Coalition’s rejection of the Green’s policies around housing supply affordable housing and help for renters did it no favours.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ALP went to the polls spruiking an extension of schemes introduced during its previous term including a $10-billion promise for its first-home buyers’ scheme to encourage 100,000 more homes.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt also had its Help to Buy shared equity scheme under which the Government pays up to 40 per cent of the house price to point to.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf it was these policies per se or the lack of detail and depth to the Coalition’s the nation's ready for the Albanese government to act.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat is clear been endorsed to follow through on its policies and fix the crisis that is crippling the Australian property sector.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs Urban Taskforce Australia chief executive\u0026nbsp;Tom\u0026nbsp;Forrest has pointed out it is time for the Federal Government to get back to work.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Housing affordability and housing supply featured large during the campaign,” Forrest said.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The key now is for the Government to strike while the iron’s hot.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“If legislation is needed to support the delivery of Labor’s $10-billion 100,000 new homes commitment—then pass it through the parliament now and get on with it.”\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe states have made many changes to how they enable home development The Federal Government’s support of that is crucial to its success material supply assistance or any other factor that affects getting homes out of the ground.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis has been a pivotal election Then Cities for Total Fan Immersion\",\"slug\":\"billionaire-arsenal-rams-denver-nuggets-sports-anchored-precincts\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-04-30T00:00+10:00\",\"tags\":[],\"summary\":\"Why your next home might be stadium-adjacent; sports are the hook About 2100 apartments across seven buildings will be constructed on the former industrial site 13km west of the CBD on the Parramatta River under the masterplan Architecture firm Turner have designed the project on the 9.4ha site that includes space for the future Parramatta Light Rail link The next phase of the six-stage project is Willow a 309-apartments and a lagoon-shaped pool that will add to the “green-heart” of the neighbourhood Average completions across Sydney dropped to a low of 21,011 in mid-2023 and have been through a “trough” but are expected to improve, according to the NSW Government’s urban development dashboard Completions dove to 30.1 per cent below the five year average but are forecast to increase to 29,520 homes in 2027 It is a vast improvement but still well below the 40,000 levels of 2018-2019 Sekisui House Australia operations manager Paul Wainwright said about 100 apartments in Willow had sold “People see the appeal of living at one of Sydney’s last and largest absolute north-facing riverfront apartment addresses,” Wainwright said “It’s the final piece of the jigsaw in the reimagining of the Parramatta River at Sydney’s heart “Sanctuary also provides extensive public open space and a range of facilities the project includes a rooftop common area and interiors by Mathieson Architects NSW-based construction company Dilcara has been appointed to the project which is scheduled for completion in early 2026 Third.i co-founder Luke Berry said they were expecting investment to pick up in the area due to a large scale of works planned for the near-future “With ongoing regeneration and community upgrades property values are expected to rise,” Berry said “Sales are increasing on popular streets like Victoria and Macleay while Brougham Street properties are priced at about a third to half the cost per square metre.” the sale point for new and older apartments is between $45,000 per square metre and $80,000 per square metre depending on the street ImageCollapse the ImageStage 1 - Parramatta Light Rail Stage 1 in operationsImage controls: Stage 1 connects the Parramatta CBD to the Westmead Health Precinct the private and social housing redevelopment at Telopea the Rosehill Gardens Racecourse and three Western Sydney University campuses around 22,000 people are expected to use the Parramatta Light Rail Stage 1 every day with an estimated 130,000 people living within walking distance of the 16 light rail stops If you have any feedback related to this service, please provide as much detail as possible, such as the event date, boarding and alighting time, and location via the light rail online feedback form ImageCollapse the ImageStage 2 - Artist impression - View of new bridge looking from Parramatta RiverImage controls: Delivery of Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 will be phased connecting Stage 1 and the Parramatta CBD to the rapidly growing communities of Camellia It will expand the network to connect Greater Parramatta and the Olympic Peninsula the geographic and demographic heart of Greater Sydney and bring the vision of a ‘30-minute city’ closer to reality The 10-kilometre track will feature 14 fully accessible stops and a 9.5-kilometre active transport link Delivery of the project will start with the enabling works to build the first 1.3kms of new light rail alignment including a public and active transport bridge over the Parramatta River connecting the communities of Wentworth Point and Melrose Park Major construction of the bridge is expected to commence in 2025 Stage 2 will connect customers to major events and attractions such as Accor Stadium the Parramatta Light Rail will bring major benefits to businesses If you would like to find out more, visit Parramatta Light Rail, or contact us via phone on 1800 139 389 or email ParramattaLightRail@transport.nsw.gov.au Transport for NSW recognise and celebrate the diversity of Aboriginal peoples and their ongoing cultures and care of Country We pay respect to traditional custodians and Elders past and present Sekisui House Australia has commenced construction on the latest stage of Sanctuary, its new $2 billion waterfront community in Wentworth Point The mixed-use development will add 2,100 homes to a former industrial area as well as create a new dynamic waterside precinct will be one of seven buildings in the burgeoning development Sanctuary’s masterplan, designed by architecture and design studio Turner The masterplan design also allows for future public transport links within its streetscape, including the $602.4 million megaproject - Parramatta Light Rail the delivery of which will transform the suburb Situated along the waterfront of Wentworth Point, the latest stage of Sanctuary Willow’s architectural design elevates the natural surroundings, offering most apartments with dual aspects that provide expansive views spanning Newington Nature Reserve to the Parramatta River The design of the new stage is influenced by the curves of the Parramatta River the vibrant colours of the nearby parklands The design philosophy blends nature into the core of the development fostering a harmonious connection between residents and their surroundings Sanctuary will feature an organic-shaped lagoon pool at the centre of the development forming a 'green heart' with extensive landscaping and gardens Sekisui House Australia's Paul Wainwright said people see the appeal of living at one of Sydney’s last and largest absolute north-facing riverfront apartment addresses "It’s the final piece of the jigsaw in the reimagining of the Parramatta River at Sydney’s heart," Wainwright says "Sanctuary also provides extensive public open space and a range of facilities The Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 project has taken a significant step forward with the awarding of a $322 million contract to John Holland Pty Ltd for the construction of the first 1.3 kilometres of new light rail alignment including a 320-metre bridge over the Parramatta River This milestone marks the beginning of a transformative infrastructure project for Western Sydney connecting Melrose Park and Wentworth Point will be the first major crossing of the Parramatta River since the completion of the Ryde Bridge nearly four decades ago the bridge will play a crucial role in enhancing connectivity in the region Design and early works are scheduled to commence this year with major construction of the bridge set to begin in 2025 The project will also include upgrades to surrounding public spaces Construction of the bridge is expected to generate 1,000 jobs with 80 per cent of these positions based in Western Sydney This significant infrastructure project will not only boost local employment but also provide a vital link between the growing communities north and south of the river The NSW government has allocated $2.1 billion in the 2024-25 NSW Budget towards the delivery of Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 This investment demonstrates the government’s commitment to improving public transport and connectivity in Western Sydney Stage 2 of the Parramatta Light Rail will extend the network from Stage 1 connecting Parramatta CBD to Sydney Olympic Park via Camellia The extension will feature 14 stops over a 10-kilometre route is in its final stages of testing and commissioning with passenger services expected to commence before the end of the year Transport Minister Jo Haylen emphasised the significance of this project stating: “This is a significant step towards delivering the much-anticipated extension of the Parramatta Light Rail “The new bridge will ensure the growing communities of Melrose Park and Wentworth Point are well-connected Member for Parramatta Donna Davis expressed excitement about the project’s progress stating: “Our community has been promised Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 for years and it’s exciting that the Labor Government is finally delivering Investigation works will begin this summer I cannot wait to see this new bridge spring to life.” the Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 project represents a crucial investment in the region’s infrastructure and enhance the quality of life for local residents You must be logged in to post a comment Construction industry ready as Queensland hospital expansion 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treatments still improving after decades of innovation By Julie Power A render of the four-bedroom apartment and its outdoor entertainment area in the Glade block of the Sanctuary Development at Wentworth Point.Credit: Sekisui House Our homes are the single biggest purchase most of us will make yet only a handful of new apartments and homes are reviewed other than those entered in architecture and building awards In much the same way as new cars get reviewed and fresh restaurants sampled the Herald is launching what we hope will be a regular feature We have recruited a range of independent architects builders and other experts to review apartments near completion or new to the market with an eye to market trends The Herald’s first review is of a large four-bedroom family apartment a type which is in growing demand yet hard to find Located on the ground floor of the eight-storey block, the Glade, in Wentworth Point’s yet-to-be-completed Sanctuary development by Japanese developers Sekisui House, the unit is bigger and more expensive than most at $3.2 million. At nearly 280 square metres – 168 of which is inside and the rest across two outdoor areas – it combines the size and storage of a freestanding home with the amenity that density brings The unit has a year-round outdoor living space for entertaining and a gym and a 20-metre pool are a minute’s walk away for residents’ use It is larger than the average new apartment in Australia of 137 square metres in 2021-22 A big downside is that Wentworth Point’s public transport hasn’t kept up with its growing population Driving in and out of the area on the one major road can be nightmarish expected to be under construction sometime this year will connect Parramatta to Sydney Olympic Park with a stop in Wentworth Point It has a ferry service and a shuttle bus to Rhodes railway station Getting families to embrace apartment life is key to improving density across Sydney Yet only 36 per cent of people consider an apartment to be an appropriate place to raise a family a survey commissioned by the Committee of Sydney found this year Only one in five apartments have more than two bedrooms Of those units large enough for most families Most have too few bedrooms and insufficient storage and space found UNSW researchers in Australian Geographer a professor of architecture and the head of the School of Built Environment at UNSW architectural award-winning builder and director of Robert Plumb Build Contact Julie Power at jpower@smh.com.au with info about where The architecture professor’s verdict: Phil Oldfield said research by UNSW has found almost all families wanted access to daylight Family make-up then determined what else they wanted parents with young children wanted to be closer to bedrooms than parents of older children There were significant personal differences – something the developers also stressed Some families wanted a kitchen with a window to ventilate the smell of cooking Some preferred a dedicated lobby or standalone dining room “I think the four-bedroom unit meets many of these desires,” Oldfield said would mean you’d get sun in the morning and the evening which is a major benefit – before work/school and after work/school “We don’t see this often enough in apartments in Sydney You could also open up both sides to channel cross-ventilation on warmer days I would hope it does meet many family’s needs with a cost of $3.2 million!” he said Bill Clifton inspects the Sanctuary by Sekisui House apartment development in Wentworth Point.Credit: Dominic Lorrimer The builder’s view: Bill Clifton said Wentworth Point seemed like a safe area but you’ve also got privacy and then the amenity that they provided including the gym and the dog-washing bay.” It was also located near “amazing sporting facilities” built for the Olympics with a bike track that connects with Rhodes and Olympic Park metros it felt like these amazing sporting facilities were in the middle of nowhere And all these people in the apartments have access – it is walking distance (1.3 kilometres).” He said the three and four-bedroom apartments would bring families and provide incentives to those who outgrew smaller units to stay in the area a senior sales and operations manager with Sekisui House said they’d added more family apartments when demand for three bedders increased dramatically over the past few years Sekisui responded by changing the layout of the blocks still being completed to include more four- and three-bedroom apartments and fewer two and one-bedroom “These are special – absolute waterfront,” he said What the strata expert said: Strata fees ($4200 a quarter) and the price were expensive the policy director of the Owners Corporation Network “But you are getting double the space and year-round livability with a layout and amenities to suit a family and intergenerational living.” but large apartments are as rare as hen’s teeth Only four of nearly 120 apartments for sale or off the plan in the area and its surrounding suburbs had four bedrooms The Herald\\u2019s first review is of a large four-bedroom family apartment Located on the ground floor of the eight-storey block in Wentworth Point\\u2019s yet-to-be-completed Sanctuary development by Japanese developers Sekisui House the unit is bigger and more expensive than most at $3.2 million At nearly 280 square metres \\u2013 168 of which is inside and the rest across two outdoor areas \\u2013 it combines the size and storage of a freestanding home with the amenity that density brings and a gym and a 20-metre pool are a minute\\u2019s walk away for residents\\u2019 use A big downside is that Wentworth Point\\u2019s public transport hasn\\u2019t kept up with its growing population The architecture professor\\u2019s verdict: Phil Oldfield said research by UNSW has found almost all families wanted access to daylight There were significant personal differences \\u2013 something the developers also stressed while that wasn\\u2019t as important to others \\u201CI think the four-bedroom unit meets many of these desires,\\u201D Oldfield said would mean you\\u2019d get sun in the morning and the evening which is a major benefit \\u2013 before work/school and after work/school \\u201CWe don\\u2019t see this often enough in apartments in Sydney I would hope it does meet many family\\u2019s needs with a cost of $3.2 million!\\u201D he said The builder\\u2019s view: Bill Clifton said Wentworth Point seemed like a safe area \\u201CYou\\u2019re surrounded by other people but you\\u2019ve also got privacy and then the amenity that they provided including the gym and the dog-washing bay.\\u201D It was also located near \\u201Camazing sporting facilities\\u201D built for the Olympics And all these people in the apartments have access \\u2013 it is walking distance (1.3 kilometres).\\u201D said they\\u2019d added more family apartments when demand for three bedders increased dramatically over the past few years \\u201CThese are special \\u2013 absolute waterfront,\\u201D he said \\u201CBut you are getting double the space and year-round livability with a layout and amenities to suit a family and intergenerational living.\\u201D but large apartments are as rare as hen\\u2019s teeth Construction on Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 is set to commence in 2025 with a contract signed for the first phase of the project The $322 million contract was awarded to John Holland Pty Ltd to deliver the construction of the first 1.3km of new light rail alignment including a 320m bridge over the Parramatta River New artist’s impression images have been released showing the bridge between Melrose Park and Wentworth Point that will carry buses light rail and people walking and cycling over the Parramatta River Design and early works will begin this year before major bridge construction starts in 2025 It marks the first major bridge crossing the Parramatta River since the Ryde Bridge was completed nearly 40 years ago This work will also see upgrades to surrounding public spaces including Archer Park The new public and active transport bridge will provide a much-needed link between the growing communities of Melrose Park and Wentworth Point It will form part of 9.5kms of walking and bike-riding paths once Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 is complete Construction of the bridge is expected to generate 1000 jobs with 80 per cent of those based in Western Sydney the State Government provisioned $2.1 billion towards the delivery of Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 to build better more connected communities as the west continues to grow This significant milestone is a crucial step forward in extending the Parramatta Light Rail network which will help get locals where they need to go and support housing growth across Greater Parramatta John Holland Pty Ltd was selected as the successful company following a competitive tender process with interest from 19 leading organisations across Australia and around the world Works will be limited to weekdays where possible limiting Saturday works to critical bridge construction activities only Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 will connect to Stage 1 and the Parramatta CBD to Sydney Olympic Park via Camellia and Wentworth Point with 14 stops over 10 kilometres Parramatta Light Rail Stage 1 between Westmead and Carlingford (L4) is in the final stages of testing and commissioning with passenger services expected to start before the end of the year New South Wales Minister for Transport Jo Haylen “This is a significant step towards delivering the much-anticipated extension of the Parramatta Light Rail “This development is part of our vision for a sustainable and connected Greater Sydney building the infrastructure needed to improve accessibility and support our growing communities.”  Member for Parramatta Donna Davis said the community has been promised Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 for years and it’s exciting that the State Government is finally delivering “Investigation works will begin this summer Australia’s biggest 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The Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF) has reported on its impact across the country’s north All content published on this site is the property of Prime Creative Media 11 Oct 2024 • 3m read • View Author Glade_Sanctuary-2.jpgGlade_Sanctuary-2 In response to the growing demand for larger family-friendly apartments in Greater Sydney Sekisui House has worked with Sydney architecture and design studio Turner to integrate expansive four-bedroom-plus-study apartments within the second stage of its 9.4ha masterplan Traditionally preferred by downsizers and young professionals the large luxury apartments target families with children who are seeking the convenience of apartment living for the long term The decision also speaks to the changing demographics of Wentworth Point a prime location for Sydney-siders seeking a vibrant well-connected and picturesque suburb to call home the area has become more attractive to families seeking high levels of amenity and larger apartment types,” says Turner director James McCarthy With the property surrounded by water and parklands, and just a short stroll to the ferry and local shops, Sekisui House and Turner saw the unique opportunity to transform its Stage 2, north-facing riverfront apartments to accommodate families. “The parkside location, outlook and amenity deserved a special residential offering,” says McCarthy. “With home-like proportions, the four-bedroom apartments enjoy a thoughtful zoning of space, making them ideal for families and multi-generation living.” To maximise liveability and interior comfort, Turner collaborated with Henderson & Co to deliver the luxury residences. “These large four-bedroom apartments are dual-aspect, and enjoy the Parramatta River breezes and quality light throughout the day. The cohesive colour palette to the interiors brings a sense of calm to the spaces,” says McCarthy. “On entry, the apartment has an arrival hallway with bespoke joinery and an adjacent guest powder room; the entry then leads into the large main living area that is the full width of the apartment. Designed around family living, the layout offers plenty of moments for reprise and privacy, while the expansive open plan living area encourages family connection. An abundance of storage enhances the seamless flow of the space, ensuring clutter is diminished and adding to the calm environment, while custom designed joinery, marble countertops and integrated Fisher & Paykel kitchen appliances provide a luxurious level of finish. The construction of Stage 2, Willow and Glade is now well advanced on site as the project is moving quickly towards completion. Located in the centre of the masterplan, Turner has ensured that the phase is aligned with the overall ethos of parkside living, where all residents are linked to nature. Top government officials are bracing for unpredictable council election results that threaten to frustrate Labor’s housing agenda even as MPs say they are surprised planning reforms have not loomed larger in the campaign and activists admit they have struggled to gain traction The absence of Liberal candidates in many local government areas because of an administrative bungle has some senior policymakers worried about a shift to fringe groups or anti-development parties at a time when the state is pushing through pro-density measures to lift housing supply Sydney faces a big question on Saturday.Credit: Sydney Images/Mark Merton most Labor figures are quietly confident they will avoid a major backlash to the planning reforms with Planning Minister Paul Scully saying he was surprised the issue did not figure more prominently in the campaign “I expected that some people would have been making a bigger deal of it,” he told a property event this week “But actually a lot of candidates are saying .. perhaps we need to look at what our landholdings are and how local government might be part of the solution as well’.” Premier Chris Minns said he would respect the voters’ verdict “but we do believe that we’ve got a mandate for change” and if the government was a weathervane “Something needs to happen when you live in the second most expensive city in the world and young people are up and leaving at record rates and we’re going to pursue our reforms,” he said convener of the Save Greater Sydney Alliance said local branches of his group had been “quietly lobbying away in the background” against Labor’s planning reforms in the campaign but lamented “it’s hard to get people to pay attention” because the development is not immediate “It’s going to be like a sleeping giant,” he said “In a few years’ time when the economic cycle turns all these upzonings will have been embedded and you will not recognise the local government areas that are impacted.” Reynolds said he believed dissatisfaction with Labor in his patch of Canterbury-Bankstown and elsewhere nearly 60 council candidates signed a “pledge” by Sydney YIMBY (Yes In My Backyard) agreeing that more housing of any type – market or non-market – improves housing affordability and pledging to increase the density of their local government area Signatories include Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore and her key rivals Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne and all Labor candidates for Inner West Council But a Herald survey of candidates revealed continuing unease about the government’s planning policies especially on the north shore and in the Hills Shire particularly between younger and older council hopefuls Liberal candidate for Canada Bay Hugo Robinson signed the YIMBY pledge is campaigning against overdevelopment and told the Herald the state government was “imposing 40,000-plus new residents in our council area” “The streets aren’t getting any wider to take the traffic the infrastructure isn’t planned to take up the new population,” Megna said A Labor candidate for the Rosehill ward of Parramatta Council signed the YIMBY pledge but is campaigning for “sustainable development and opposes the redevelopment of Rosehill racecourse for housing “The racecourse is an asset and it’s a historical asset Nobody’s talking about getting rid of Randwick,” she told the Herald Prociv suggested the area around the racecourse but a holistic master plan was needed first “We’ve done our fair share of development and uplift It’s no use bunging in a whole lot of towers and thinking it’s going to work Children play in the car park at Wentworth Point Tens of thousands of people have moved in there with the promise of a park – it’s still not there two candidates for the group Peaceful Bayside signed the YIMBY undertaking but the party’s platform warns that the area “should not be overburdened with Sydney’s housing requirements” runs the group “No Overdevelopment in Pagewood Eastgardens” Poulos said the group was “a broad church” and she was not against development opposition to the state government’s Transport-Oriented Development Program is pronounced Liberal candidate in the Hills Shire Jacob Jackson said it was the number one issue in the area and he would do “everything possible” to stop it “The Hills has always delivered on its housing targets responsibly,” he said “Every Hills resident knows that these additional developments will smash our already under-pressure roads and infrastructure.” The government has already given several councils extensions on their TOD sites and delayed the bulk of its far-reaching low- and mid-rise housing reforms beyond this weekend’s election Former Labor housing minister David Borger who convenes the pro-housing lobby group Housing Now said the government would obviously monitor the election outcome but it would be difficult to interpret a clear message on housing especially in the absence of 140 Liberal candidates “We haven’t seen the citywide opposition that people might have thought when Chris Minns started pushing housing about a year ago,” he said “That’s probably the best indicator this might not be the backlash election on housing and density.” Borger said the election was an opportunity for voters to demand change “We can actively challenge the ‘Not In My Backyard’ culture that has stifled development for decades and finally find a path to address and resolve the lack of supply and affordable housing across Sydney.” Election analyst Ben Raue said it was difficult to define candidates as “anti-development” as their positions were often obscure but development sceptics were already a strong force in local government “It’s a structural thing that pushes councillors to be anti-development because boundaries create an incentive to represent current residents Top government officials are bracing for unpredictable council election results that threaten to frustrate Labor\\u2019s housing agenda \\u201CI expected that some people would have been making a bigger deal of it,\\u201D he told a property event this week \\u201CBut actually a lot of candidates are saying .. perhaps we need to look at what our landholdings are and how local government might be part of the solution as well\\u2019.\\u201D Premier Chris Minns said he would respect the voters\\u2019 verdict \\u201Cbut we do believe that we\\u2019ve got a mandate for change\\u201D and if the government was a weathervane \\u201CSomething needs to happen when you live in the second most expensive city in the world and we\\u2019re going to pursue our reforms,\\u201D he said said local branches of his group had been \\u201Cquietly lobbying away in the background\\u201D against Labor\\u2019s planning reforms in the campaign but lamented \\u201Cit\\u2019s hard to get people to pay attention\\u201D because the development is not immediate \\u201CIt\\u2019s going to be like a sleeping giant,\\u201D he said \\u201CIn a few years\\u2019 time when the economic cycle turns all these upzonings will have been embedded and you will not recognise the local government areas that are impacted.\\u201D nearly 60 council candidates signed a \\u201Cpledge\\u201D by Sydney YIMBY (Yes In My Backyard) agreeing that more housing of any type \\u2013 market or non-market \\u2013 improves housing affordability But a Herald survey of candidates revealed continuing unease about the government\\u2019s planning policies is campaigning against overdevelopment and told the Herald the state government was \\u201Cimposing 40,000-plus new residents in our council area\\u201D \\u201CThe streets aren\\u2019t getting any wider to take the traffic the infrastructure isn\\u2019t planned to take up the new population,\\u201D Megna said signed the YIMBY pledge but is campaigning for \\u201Csustainable development \\u201CThe racecourse is an asset and it\\u2019s a historical asset Nobody\\u2019s talking about getting rid of Randwick,\\u201D she told the Herald \\u201CWe\\u2019ve done our fair share of development and uplift It\\u2019s no use bunging in a whole lot of towers and thinking it\\u2019s going to work \\u201CThe prime example is Wentworth Point Tens of thousands of people have moved in there with the promise of a park \\u2013 it\\u2019s still not there We cannot build another Wentworth Point.\\u201D but the party\\u2019s platform warns that the area \\u201Cshould not be overburdened with Sydney\\u2019s housing requirements\\u201D runs the group \\u201CNo Overdevelopment in Pagewood Eastgardens\\u201D Poulos said the group was \\u201Ca broad church\\u201D and she was not against development opposition to the state government\\u2019s Transport-Oriented Development Program is pronounced and he would do \\u201Ceverything possible\\u201D to stop it \\u201CThe Hills has always delivered on its housing targets responsibly,\\u201D he said \\u201CEvery Hills resident knows that these additional developments will smash our already under-pressure roads and infrastructure.\\u201D The government has already given several councils extensions on their TOD sites and delayed the bulk of its far-reaching low- and mid-rise housing reforms beyond this weekend\\u2019s election \\u201CWe haven\\u2019t seen the citywide opposition that people might have thought when Chris Minns started pushing housing about a year ago,\\u201D he said \\u201CThat\\u2019s probably the best indicator this might not be the backlash election on housing and density.\\u201D \\u201CWe can actively challenge the \\u2018Not In My Backyard\\u2019 culture that has stifled development for decades and finally find a path to address and resolve the lack of supply and affordable housing across Sydney.\\u201D Election analyst Ben Raue said it was difficult to define candidates as \\u201Canti-development\\u201D as their positions were often obscure \\u201CIt\\u2019s a structural thing that pushes councillors to be anti-development over potential future residents,\\u201D he said By 2024-10-01T11:00:00+01:00 AUSTRALIA: John Holland has been awarded a A$322m contract to build a 1·3 km section of Stage 2 of the Parramatta Light Rail project in west Sydney Design and preliminary work will start later this year with major construction from 2025 The bridge will span the Parramatta River between Melrose Park and Wentworth Point and will be shared with buses The Australian government has allocated A$2·1bn for Stage 2 of the light rail network which will extend 10 km from the depot branch at Rosehill Gardens east to Camellia then south over the bridge to Wentworth Point and Sydney Olympic Park with 14 stops Stage 1 from Westmead to Carlingford is being commissioned for start of public services by the end of this year It reuses the trackbed of the former Carlingford branch AUSTRALIA: The L4 light rail line serving Parramatta in western Sydney opened on December 20 with simultaneous first departures from the Westmead and Carlingford termini at 05.00 The 12 km line serves destinations including the Westmead Health Precinct CommBank Stadium — home of the National Rugby .. AUSTRALIA: The first tram for the Parramatta light rail line which is currently under construction in western Sydney was delivered to Port Kembla on December 10 CAF is supplying 13 seven-section 45·4 m long light rail vehicles with a capacity of 425 passengers AUSTRALIA: A collision warning system developed by Bosch is to be installed on the 13 seven-section trams that CAF is to supply for Stage 1 of the Parramatta Light Rail network in western Sydney 16-stop Stage 1 connecting Westmead to the Parramatta CBD Site powered by Webvision Cloud it quickly found out that transport is key when designing and introducing a new suburb to Sydney “We acquired the Wentworth Point site in Sydney in the early 2000s always had a vision to create a new suburb,” Billbergia group director Joseph Kinsella told ABC “As a former industrial precinct on the banks of the Parramatta River we saw an opportunity to develop a vision for Wentworth Point The main issue to overcome was the site’s peninsula location with almost no social infrastructure or transport in and out of the area “Delivering a bridge across Homebush Bay to connect Wentworth Point to Rhodes has been a game changer It’s effectively cut the travel distance between the suburbs from eight km to several hundred metres.” The $63 million bridge was funded and delivered in 2016 by the private sector and handed over to the NSW government with the bridge only being available for active and public transport Fast forward to today and another zero-emissions bus has been recently added to the popular Baylink Shuttle fleet that Billbergia is providing in Wentworth Point alongside local operator Punchbowl Bus Co “There was a huge opportunity to connect these suburbs all through the shuttle bus that connects people to Rhodes train station,” Kinsella says “Providing a regular and reliable transport option has helped achieve a mode shift from car to public transport by about 13 per cent “We’ve been running the bus for nearly six years already and we’ve committed to operating the service as part of the final stage of our Bennelong Cove development until the delivery of the Parramatta Light Rail in 2031.” The service started with two Optare solo buses and quickly grew once passengers began to take the bus instead of driving themselves An immediate upgrade saw Billbergia introduce Euro 6 buses as part of the private service After COVID lockdowns ended and passenger trips once again increased Billbergia partnered with Punchbowl Bus Co to make the service a staple for Wentworth Point locals Punchbowl has been operating in Sydney since 1947 with this latest development being a new step for the operator “We immediately found that both Punchbowl and us have similar values and it was an ideal partnership,” Kinsella says “Having regular drivers who complete these routes every day has given parents the trust to allow their kids to catch the bus to and from school the service has completed more than five million passenger trips since Billbergia first began the run in January 2018 The partnership with Punchbowl has also seen electric buses added into the mix with the pair recently introducing their third zero-emissions model into the fold With the Parramatta Light Rail still the best part of seven years away there’s no limits as to how popular the Baylink Shuttle service can get with its new electric additions “The recent addition of a third electric bus has seen trips return to close to pre-COVID levels,” Kinsella says “It shows that people will ditch cars if they can get fast and reliable transport The Wentworth Point design has won numerous national awards in recent years and a large part of that is due to the Baylink Shuttle.”  Australasian Bus & Coach (ABC) is the leading bus and coach publication in the region providing news directly to the local industry ABC has released monthly magazines all about buses and coaches while our website and eNewsletter continue to keep the industry updated each and every day.  It’s been a long time coming but work is finally starting on Wentworth Point’s Peninsula Park Wentworth Point locals have been calling out for much-needed open space ever since the 3.9-hectare Peninsula Park was first promised by the former Liberal State Government in 2014 A decade later and the high-density suburb is finally set to get its green lungs with the NSW Government announcing that a modification to the existing development application had been approved It means work will now begin on delivering four hectares of open space Member for Parramatta Donna Davis said Peninsula Park is the “final piece of the puzzle” that will turn the area into the vibrant community hub it deserves to become “The key to successful medium and high-density development is open space and proper infrastructure “The NSW Government is delivering on my commitment to provide the residents of Wentworth Point with the park they were promised 10 years ago part of the park will also be shared with Wentworth Point High School subject to additional City of Parramatta Council approvals Peninsula Park will consist of just over 3.2-hectares of open space while the playing fields will make up just over 0.8-hectares which will be used by the school within school hours and accessible to the public out of school hours who has long championed the delivery of the full 3.9-hectare Peninsula Park for the people of Wentworth Point slammed the reduction in a post shared to Facebook “I am extremely disappointed at the Governments recent announcement regarding Peninsula Park,” he said “This is a breach of the 2014 Peninsula Park Agreement and cannot be accepted The NSW Government also announced that Expression of Interests (EOI) for Year 8 enrolments for the future Wentworth Point High School are now open Year 7 enrolments are open to begin next year with the school on track to open for term one of 2025 “The EOI will help determine the level of interest in opening Year 8 enrolments for 2025 Opening a Year 8 cohort is dependent on enough enrolment interest to ensure a full curriculum offering for students,” Deputy Premier and Minister for Education and Early Learning Prue Car said Approval of the modification allows the Department of Education to lodge plans for Stage 2 of the future Wentworth Point High School which will eventually support 1,500 students Melissa Johnston has been appointed as the school’s Principal To incorporate the new high school and shared open space the NSW Government said it will reduce the size and footprint of the future mixed-use development Ellie Busby is a news reporter for Western Sydney Publishing Group A graduate of the University of Hertfordshire and Western Sydney University The Cova Project and for a range of other organisations Ellie was named Young Writer of the Year at the Mumbrella Publish Awards Bennelong Cove was promised to be the epitome of luxurious waterside living in Sydney’s most densely populated suburb Nine hundred apartments would stretch out from Wentworth Point over the Parramatta River in what developer Billbergia envisioned to be the final pieces of its decade-long work on the peninsula which sits just north of Sydney Olympic Park and opposite Rhodes which now houses old industrial sheds – have been in the works since at least 2018 debates across three terms of the City of Parramatta council and mentions on the floor of state parliament came to nothing the Department of Planning took control of any decision about the site from the council At the heart of the matter was whether the gross floor area in the development rules should be changed in line with Billbergia’s request The rules currently allow the development of 32,400 square metres (about 350 apartments) Billbergia is seeking an extension of the gross floor area to 98,619 square metres (about 1000 units) to build two 40-storey towers about 18 metres apart it would invest $70 million in community and social infrastructure under an agreement with the council the Department of Planning had still not made a ruling in a letter to the council days before Christmas department secretary Kiersten Fishburn said she was giving back control of the decision to the council is the site of a years-long fight over what should go there.Credit: Dion Georgopoulos In a December 20 letter obtained by the Herald Fishburn told the City of Parramatta: “I acknowledge the time taken to resolve this matter and offer my apologies.” the council’s chief executive Gail Connolly said in a statement meant “the department has ceased its assessment of the developer’s proposal and has instead returned this responsibility to the Council despite having had the application for almost two years” “The department offered its apologies for the time taken to process the matter to date,” she said Fishburn did not offer a reason for the change in her letter but a spokesperson for the department said: “The department delegated the DCP back to council to ensure there is a close interconnection between the DCP amendment and the Planning Agreement to make sure any associated community benefits of the development would be aligned with changes to the DCP.” Council staff will prepare a report for councillors to review before making a decision later this year When the department took control of the saga Billbergia made another proposal: instead of a 50-storey tower and a 40-storey tower they applied for changes to allow two 40-storey towers (A separate development application would still need to be approved.) The department held a public consultation over three months and then made no public communications about it for 10 months until it wrote to the council and released the results of the survey Of the 1130 responses – a huge amount compared to the average community consultation – 636 people said they supported the development (44 per cent of them gave detailed reasons why) while 480 people said they opposed it (94 per cent of them gave detailed reasons why) “Block H forms part of what was a larger site,” Parramatta Labor MP Donna Davis said in a speech against the plan changes in the state parliament last year “Gross floor area was taken from Block H and placed on an adjacent site and now the developer has come back for a second bite at the cherry.” maintains concerns about the project.Credit: Oscar Colman “Approving this will add unimaginable pressure on [the only road into the peninsula] Hill Road and place further strain on existing public infrastructure,” she said For years, Wentworth Point residents have warned their suburb has been buckling under the pressure of having too many residents and not enough infrastructure to go with it The peninsula has two bus services that take residents to Strathfield and Chatswood, and Billbergia operates a free shuttle bus to Rhodes over the footbridge. (The developer said it would continue to provide this service until January 2031 as part of its agreement to invest in the community if its DCP changes were approved.) The second stage of the Parramatta light rail will go through the area was recently expanded – but residents still have very little open green space Despite only being built in 2018, the public primary school is bursting at the seams, though a new high school with space for 1500 welcomed year 7 students to the first day of the school’s operation on Thursday Get the day’s breaking news, entertainment ideas and a long read to enjoy. Sign up to receive our Evening Edition newsletter. Bennelong Cove was promised to be the epitome of luxurious waterside living in Sydney\\u2019s most densely populated suburb Plans for the site \\u2013 known as Block H which now houses old industrial sheds \\u2013 have been in the works since at least 2018 should be changed in line with Billbergia\\u2019s request Fishburn told the City of Parramatta: \\u201CI acknowledge the time taken to resolve this matter and offer my apologies.\\u201D the council\\u2019s chief executive Gail Connolly said in a statement meant \\u201Cthe department has ceased its assessment of the developer\\u2019s proposal and has instead returned this responsibility to the Council despite having had the application for almost two years\\u201D \\u201CThe department offered its apologies for the time taken to process the matter to date,\\u201D she said but a spokesperson for the department said: \\u201CThe department delegated the DCP back to council to ensure there is a close interconnection between the DCP amendment and the Planning Agreement to make sure any associated community benefits of the development would be aligned with changes to the DCP.\\u201D The department held a public consultation over three months and then made no public communications about it for 10 months until it wrote to the council and released the Of the 1130 responses \\u2013 a huge amount compared to the average community consultation \\u2013 636 people said they supported the development (44 per cent of them gave detailed reasons why) \\u201CBlock H forms part of what was a larger site,\\u201D Parramatta Labor MP Donna Davis \\u201CGross floor area was taken from Block H and placed on an adjacent site and now the developer has come back for a second bite at the cherry.\\u201D \\u201CApproving this will add unimaginable pressure on [the only road into the peninsula] Hill Road and place further strain on existing public infrastructure,\\u201D she said Wentworth Point residents their suburb has been buckling under the pressure of having too many residents and not enough infrastructure to go with it The peninsula has two bus services that take residents to Strathfield and Chatswood and Billbergia operates a free shuttle bus to Rhodes over the footbridge (The developer said it would continue to provide this service until January 2031 as part of its agreement to invest in the community if its DCP changes were approved.) The second stage of will go through the area was recently expanded \\u2013 but residents still have very little open green space the public primary school is though a welcomed year 7 students to the first day of the school\\u2019s operation on Thursday The six-storey school brings a new model of flexible urban learning environments to Wentworth Point designed to grow alongside its rapidly developing neighbourhood 16 Mar 2025 • 3m read • View Author designed to grow alongside its rapidly developing neighbourhood.“This part of the city has an industrial history with a flurry of residential high-rise buildings popping up around the site The school serves as an important social asset that injects life and character into something that could have been quite repetitive amongst the residential towers,” says Woods Bagot Principal Chris Savva.The school's design draws inspiration from its unique location on reclaimed land along the Parramatta River The architecture thoughtfully reflects the natural elements of earth creating a visual connection to the surrounding landscape Images: Designed by Woods Bagot for Schools Infrastructure New South Wales, Wentworth Point High School has opened its doors to its first cohort of Year 7 students for Term 1 2025 / Woods Bagot A local school will finally receive the upgrades parents and students have long been “crying out for” Newington Public School is set for a major facelift as part of the NSW Government’s plan to ensure enrolment growth in the broader Sydney Olympic Park area is met The upgrade will see 10 new permanent classrooms and four special program rooms replace demountables currently being used for teaching at the school The removal of the demountables will also see approximately 2,000sqm of open play space be returned to students Announced by Deputy Premier and Minister for Education and Early Learning Prue Car on a recent visit Car said the school had been neglected by the former Liberal Government who “failed to act” as demountables took over the valuable space “I am excited to announce this upgrade that will future-proof Newington Public School and help teachers set up our students for academic success,” Car said “The Minns Labor Government is taking decisive action for the families in this growing area by delivering the upgrades to Newington Public School that students and parents have been crying out for.” The Newington public school upgrade will seek to complement the works currently underway at Wentworth Point Public School as well as the recently opened Wentworth Point High School The State Government said the upgrade will also relieve pressure on Newington until development on the Carter Street precinct can begin adding that they remain committed to delivering a new public school and preschool State Member for Parramatta Donna Davis welcomed the replacement of demountables with the new classrooms and special program rooms “After 12 years of neglect from the former Liberal National government we are returning close to 2,000 square metres of valuable open play space to students that has been long overdue,” she said “It was great to visit the school and hear the reaction to the news from the school captains and parents who were really pleased that these upgrades are on the way to support enrolment growth in the coming years.” The school upgrade is part of the budget’s $3.6 billion investment in new and upgraded schools across western Sydney Designs for the project are expected to be shared with the community as the project progresses with works scheduled for completion in 2027 One of our favourite perks of the latter half of the year has to be longer It means there's more time to get out and about to do what we love These artisanal aficionados know a thing or two about gathering local makers and flavours in one place those gatherings are extending their bedtimes for evenings of cool drinks and al fresco feeds across Sydney there's Eat and Drink Nights in Meadowbank which will take place in Helene Park on Saturday you'll find other editions of Eat Drink Nights at The Cannery on Saturday from 5–9pm and at Wentworth Point Town Square on the first Friday of every month from 5–9.30pm you'll also find the Wentworth Point Twilight Market on every third Saturday of the month from 5—9.30pm the Canterbury Night Markets are returning as part of the Kia Friday Night Racing Series at Canterbury Racecourse They will run on various dates from Friday Cambridge Night Markets will take place on a variety of dates throughout spring and summer, for more information, visit the website City of Parramatta Council is inviting the community to help it name a brand new park on the Parramatta River foreshore at Wentworth Point Council has pre-screened the park names (to ensure they meet the NSW Geographical Names Board guidelines) to two options – Bula badhu Park and Sanctuary Park Visit Participate Parramatta here to learn more and fill in the online survey the foreshore park is yet to be constructed Information and Events for Seniors throughout Australia Contact us: newsdesk@australianseniorsnews.com.au More than ten thousand students across New South Wales are returning to new and improved schools for day one, term one today as the Minns Labor Government continues work to ensure public schools are quality places to teach and learn. Five permanent and two temporary schools will today welcome students for the very first time, at the same time as students return to substantially upgraded facilities at 11 other schools across the state. These new schools and upgrades mean more than 400 new classrooms, 20 sports facilities, seven halls, eight libraries and nine canteens will be put to use for the first time today. This is part of the Minns Labor Government's record $8.9 billion investment to deliver new and upgraded schools across the state, including $3.6 billion for Western Sydney and $1.4 billion for regional communities. Three of these new public schools, Box Hill High School, Melonba Public School and Gledswood Hills High school have been stood up early, delivering desperately needed local schools which were promised but never delivered by the former Liberal National Government. Students at Melonba High School will transition to their new permanent facilities today after initially opening in fast-tracked temporary buildings in Term 1, 2024. In the South West, brand new Gledswood Hills High School is also opening ahead of schedule today in temporary facilities while the permanent school, due to open in 2027, is built. Families in Sydney's densest suburb will finally also have a local high school for their children with the opening of Wentworth Point High School today. In the staze's south, Jindabyne Education Campus is opening with a new state-of-the-art high school and primary school, future-proofing education opportunities for the growing regional community. Other students will be starting 2025 alongside a new set of peers, with Randwick Boys and Randwick Girls High School coming together for the first time as Randwick High School; while the Hurstville and Penshurst campuses of Georges River College also begin the year as co-educational schools. The campuses have received facilities upgrades to enable the transition to co-education from Thursday, with further works in the pipeline. "We're wishing the best to every single student and teacher heading back to the classroom today. I hope you enjoyed the holidays and got the chance to relax and spend time with loved ones. "We want NSW public schools to be quality places to work and learn, which is why we are investing to ensure that no matter the post code, whether it's a rapidly growing part of Western Sydney or a regional community, families have access to a quality, free, public education." Deputy Premier, Minister for Education and Early Learning, Prue Car said: "This government is committed to rebuilding our public education system and ensuring every child has access to a world class public education close to home. "Of the seven new schools opening across the state today, I'm proud to say five of them are in rapidly-growing suburbs of Western Sydney that were neglected for years under the Liberals - and we have pulled out all the stops to deliver them not only on time, but in some cases well ahead of schedule. "Today's opening of the new primary and high school in Melonba - and the many other new and upgraded schools opening across the state - are a testament to our commitment to investing in our children's futures and providing them with the best learning opportunities possible." Melonba Public School Principal Larissa Maraga said: "I cannot wait to welcome our students and families through the gates of their brand-new primary school for the very first time today. "To be opening this world-class public school months earlier than expected is truly incredible and I look forward to seeing what generations of students will achieve here at Melonba Public School." Melonba High School Principal Leon Weatherstone said: "After a very successful start in 2024 in our temporary school, I am delighted that we are welcoming Melonba High School students and their families to our new permanent facilities that are truly world-class. "It has been the ultimate pleasure and privilege to be a part of bringing this school to life. I can't thank the Melonba school community enough for their involvement and support in making today a reality." 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GROWING up in Broken Hill meant that space to kick a footy was never hard to come by for Isaac Cumming grew up in Broken Hill and despite the town sharing the GWS Academy region with Western Sydney the high rises that surround him at Giants HQ are a far cry from the open plains he grew up knowing "In town there were ovals everywhere," Cumming says of Broken Hill "Every single school had an oval or a park itself to be able to play footy on Obviously every footy club had its own as well "There was no shortage of spaces to be able to go and play footy on and most days after school we would go and kick the footy or play basketball or when the Australian Open was on it was making use of free facilities there The realisation was made abundantly clear on a recent player visit with fellow Giant Adam Kennedy it's the most densely populated suburb in Australia The 15000-plus residents share one 20 x 15m patch of Astroturf atop a car park as the sole available green space for the community "We weren't really sure what to expect as usually player visits and appearances we spend a lot of time with local footy clubs or at schools "It was so different to what myself or 'Kenners' [Kennedy] would have known But it didn't deter the kids' spirit at all "It was really cool to see how much that space meant to them but you could just imagine how impactful it would be for them to have an oval with a field runs a sport training program for children within the community out of the hub "But it didn't stop the kids and the families coming Titan Sports programs are a direct reflection of the Wentworth Point community; multiculturally and linguistically diverse with most residents first or second generation Australians "It's good for these kids to know more about Australia and sport here," Aly says So we thought why not give these kids the chance to feel and love it the way a lot of Australians do." With a push towards more high-density housing in the area to account for a burgeoning western Sydney population the Wentworth Point patch is just as important to residents as Engie Stadium is to the Giants With over a thousand children under the age of nine residing in the suburb the area is also a reflection of both the challenge and opportunity attached to Giants fandom that they were just excited as the kids," Cumming says "It was good to see that they were trying to educate their kids about what we do and who we are "My first few years here in 2016 was when the boys were consistently starting to challenge and make finals "But we were going to appearances and schools and we were still culturally trying to cut through in a lot of them "These days when we go to them the volume and interest is so much more For these kids to know me and know players and being genuine fans of the game is really exciting "You never know what affect you may have on a kid that day There's always a strong focus to have as much fun as you can with them they might have fallen in love with footy that day." 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By Anthony Segaert How to squeeze 30,000 people into Sydney Olympic Park.Credit: Sydney Olympic Park Authority Unless you’re one of the 5200 people who call the suburb of Sydney Olympic Park home you probably only know the precinct for its sporting and entertainment venues – and you don’t visit more than a few times a year But if a master plan to transform the area into a mini-city of 30,000 residents by 2050 is successful the state government and Sydney Olympic Park Authority released their plan for the area wedged between Wentworth Point after Sydney was announced as the host of the 2000 Olympics the government reclaimed huge sections of land in the area replacing industrial factories and a slaughterhouse with stadiums The facilities have held up remarkably well in the more than two decades since avoiding the fate of other global Olympic venues that have crumbled into disrepair But there’s no denying that Sydney Olympic Park is desperately underused: “It’s a place of ups and downs,” said Allison Taylor chief executive of the business association in the area “It’s either pumping and fantastic when there are major events Several things align to make the area the perfect candidate for more housing: Sydney Olympic Park is massive – about as wide as the distance between Circular Quay and Central Station – and it’s about to become very well-connected, with a Metro West stop connecting to the city and Parramatta as well as the under-construction Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 The precinct is also almost entirely publicly owned and managed by the Sydney Olympic Park Authority which makes repurposing the area much easier than if the government sought to acquire private land Under the plan Sydney Olympic Park will be divided into five new neighbourhoods About 13,000 new dwellings – in high- and mid-rise apartments – will be created in a “car-lite” environment The crux of the plan is an “urban centre neighbourhood” based around the new metro stop and light rail lines compared in scale and character to the CBD’s Pitt Street Mall A smaller neighbourhood will be created on land west of Qudos Bank Arena and more apartments added just north of the Western Highway where a Meriton master-planned site already exists The surrounding infrastructure is just as important The document highlights plans for a new cultural centre 10 new playgrounds and seven new public spaces It doesn’t specifically outline how these spaces will be funded or constructed but public spaces are often funded by a mix of local councils and developers who enter into voluntary planning agreements to trade off extra floor space for spending on community facilities Investing in such facilities also mitigates concerns raised by residents of Wentworth Point, the densely packed suburb directly next door who say they are suffering a chronic lack of investment in infrastructure services Sydney Olympic Park Business Association chief executive Allison Taylor: “We’re very supportive of the master plan Sydney Olympic Park needs people all the time … When there are no major events it feels very quiet and dead because there’s no fine grain.” chief executive of the Sydney Olympic Park Business Association Planning and Public Spaces Minister Paul Scully: “Over the next 20 to 30 years this area will change again to welcome more homes and jobs with a projected population increase of nearly 25,000 people .. Property Council Australia’s NSW deputy executive director Anita Hugo: “This master plan has the potential to transform Sydney Olympic Park into a vibrant mixed-use precinct that can help address Sydney’s growing housing emergency.” The plan promises Sydney Olympic Park will become a “thriving with a finer street grain and human scale that creates a strong urban identity” by 2050 But also mentioned in the plan is a “meantime neighbourhood” a temporary town centre that could be largely made from packing containers that would create an urban environment in the area to attract business investment – and people More bike lanes and greenery will be added around the site in preparation for the opening of the metro line between Sydney and Parramatta in 2032 For now, though, the public is being asked for their feedback. You can tell the government what you think here Start the day with a summary of the day’s most important and interesting stories, analysis and insights. Sign up for our Morning Edition newsletter Unless you\\u2019re one of the 5200 people who call the suburb of Sydney Olympic Park home you probably only know the precinct for its sporting and entertainment venues \\u2013 and you don\\u2019t visit more than a few times a year But there\\u2019s no denying that Sydney Olympic Park is desperately underused: \\u201CIt\\u2019s a place of ups and downs,\\u201D said Allison Taylor \\u201CIt\\u2019s either pumping and fantastic when there are major events Several things align to make the area the perfect candidate for more housing: Sydney Olympic Park is massive \\u2013 about as wide as the distance between Circular Quay and Central Station \\u2013 and it\\u2019s about to become very well-connected About 13,000 new dwellings \\u2013 in high- and mid-rise apartments \\u2013 will be created in a \\u201Ccar-lite\\u201D environment The crux of the plan is an \\u201Curban centre neighbourhood\\u201D based around the new metro stop and light rail lines compared in scale and character to the CBD\\u2019s Pitt Street Mall It doesn\\u2019t specifically outline how these spaces will be funded or constructed but public spaces are often funded by a mix of local councils and developers Investing in such facilities also mitigates concerns raised by residents of Wentworth Point Sydney Olympic Park Business Association chief executive Allison Taylor: \\u201CWe\\u2019re very supportive of the master plan Sydney Olympic Park needs people all the time \\u2026 When there are no major events it feels very quiet and dead because there\\u2019s no fine grain.\\u201D Planning and Public Spaces Minister Paul Scully: \\u201COver the next 20 to 30 years this area will change again to welcome more homes and jobs with a projected population increase of nearly 25,000 people .. Planning for this growth starts now.\\u201D Property Council Australia\\u2019s NSW deputy executive director Anita Hugo: \\u201CThis master plan has the potential to transform Sydney Olympic Park into a vibrant mixed-use precinct that can help address Sydney\\u2019s growing housing emergency.\\u201D The plan promises Sydney Olympic Park will become a \\u201Cthriving with a finer street grain and human scale that creates a strong urban identity\\u201D by 2050 But also mentioned in the plan is a \\u201Cmeantime neighbourhood\\u201D a temporary town centre that could be largely made from packing containers that would create an urban environment in the area to attract business investment \\u2013 and people the public is being asked for their feedback Start the day with a summary of the day\\u2019s most important and interesting stories Construction of Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 will begin in the next three years with a $2 billion investment coming from the state government The investment follows recent NSW Planning Approval for the project The transport project will unlock development potential and deliver frequent and reliable public transport options for residents that moved into fast-growing suburbs like Wentworth Point The 12 kilometre alignment will link the Parramatta CBD to Sydney Olympic Park via Camellia and on to the Parramatta CBD in another 7 minutes NSW Premier Chris Minns said the government is getting on with the job and building this essential project “People moved into the area with the promise of infrastructure that never arrived The NSW Labor Government is now delivering,” he said “Stage 2 will directly link Parramatta to the Sydney Olympic Park precinct residents in Parramatta to the Sydney Olympic Park precinct with initial work to begin later this year on a new 320-metre public and active transport bridge over Parramatta River Stage 1 of the Parramatta Light Rail project is currently in testing and is on track to service tens of thousands of commuters in the coming months Minister for Transport Jo Haylen said Parramatta Light Rail Stage 1 is on track to open in the coming months “But we know there are more communities that need access to this vital infrastructure investment,” she said They need frequent and reliable public transport services Find out more about the Parramatta Light Rail project As Melbourne braces for a population of 9 million by 2050 global leader in smart sustainable mobility solutions has delivered on-time and to budget its Traffic Management System we’re homing in on two major topics: Tunnels and Cybersecurity Following successful markets in other suburbs, Cambridge Markets is back at it again with new markets in Wentworth Point. This iteration will take place on the third Sunday of every month at Marina Square on Wentworth Place, just across the water from Ryde Wharf Market punters can peruse 60 stalls showcasing a range of Sydney's favourite homegrown creatives and makers pantry items and locally designed homewares There'll also be plenty of hot food options for yourself and your family But that's not all — the intrepid marketers are hosting a twilight gourmet market on the first Fridays of warmer months This night-time epicurean escape features international cuisine tasty beverages and fun activities for the whole family The next Eat Drink Night will take place on Friday Not only is it a picturesque spot to while away a Sunday morning or Friday evening Wentworth Point Market takes place at Marina Square, Wentworth Place, from 9am–2pm on the third Sunday of every month. Eat Drink Nights at Wentworth Point takes place at Marina Square, Wentworth Place, from 5pm–9.30pm on the first Friday of the month. 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Man is found dead on a balcony in SydneyCommenting on this article has endedNewest{{#isModerationStatus}}{{moderationStatus}} on a 6560sq m site.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn approving the phase the panel said it was “responsive to the wider Sydney context which is characterised by a range of ‘villages’ with different characters”.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSummit \u0026amp; Ridge will have 187 one 16 three-bedroom apartments plus a single four-bedroom apartment a 40-storey tower and a nine-storey block with a total of 393 apartments comprising 78 one 271 two and 15 three-bedroom apartments.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe other phase approved will consist of 334 apartments across a 40-storey and an 11-storey block.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTurner Studio designed the Sanctuary masterplan and director James McCarthy said it represented the next stage of the Wentworth Point urban renewal program.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Sanctuary looks to a new urbanism,” he said “It seeks to go beyond business as usual and has deliberately not extended the ‘gridside’ pattern of east Wentworth Point invites the adjoining precinct to celebrate the riverside location.​\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“This new urbanism is deeply rooted in sustainability Sanctuary allows for future public transport links and provides much needed open space and riverside parks that will greatly enhance the suburb as a whole.”\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMajor projects under way in the Parramatta suburb \u003ca data-mce-href=\"https://www.theurbandeveloper.com/articles/wentworth-point-nsw-parramatta-masterplan-lodged\" href=\"https://www.theurbandeveloper.com/articles/wentworth-point-nsw-parramatta-masterplan-lodged\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003einclude a City Freehold Projects\u003c/a\u003e development The Sydney Central City Planning panel approved three phases which have a total capital investment value of $550 million Sekisui House initially launched plans for the 2300-apartment riverfront development at 14-16 Hill Road in 2021 Sekisui’s $225-million Summit & Ridge towers will comprise 537 apartments across two buildings the panel said it was “responsive to the wider Sydney context which is characterised by a range of ‘villages’ with different characters” Plans for the $165-million Cascade include a three-level sleeved podium will consist of 334 apartments across a 40-storey and an 11-storey block Turner Studio designed the Sanctuary masterplan and director James McCarthy said it represented the next stage of the Wentworth Point urban renewal program “Sanctuary looks to a new urbanism,” he said and instead embraces a new ‘parkside’ urban model “The new parks will form a series of green fingers that connect the adjacent regional parklands to the water’s edge invites the adjoining precinct to celebrate the riverside location.​ “This new urbanism is deeply rooted in sustainability Sanctuary allows for future public transport links and provides much needed open space and riverside parks that will greatly enhance the suburb as a whole.” the Turner Studio design of the final two towers would “step up from the existing nine storey development” and house “a range of unit sizes and facilities dispersed across the proposals”.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTogether they would accommodate 37 one-bedroom (24 per cent) through the incorporation of strong vertical facade elements and generous use of landscaping”.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The verticality of the facade is manifested through a series of aluminum fins and concrete blades to create a balanced composition of elements,” it said.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The proposed buildings are in a range of subtle colours and tones championing natural finish concrete as the key material The feature colour of dark green is used at lobby entries to increase their prominence and enhance intuitive wayfinding … [and] links to the landscaping that frames and envelopes the facades.”\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNearby the proposal filed with the City of Parramatta Council spans a 7550sq m site encompassing 17 amalgamated properties at 1-17 Grey Street and 32-48 Silver Water Road.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe proposed three to four-storey development comprises 16,000sq m of neighbourhood shops Two stepped towers rising to 15 storeys with 155 apartments are proposed for the last phase of its $520-million redevelopment of a 2.5ha former industrial site at Wentworth Point the plans filed with the City of Parramatta Council would bring the project’s overall apartment count to 620 across nine buildings with a combined floor space of 47,394sq m Concept plans approved for the development of the site back in 2010—and subsequently modified a handful of times—originally allowed for 44,730sq m of floor space with a notional yield of 573 apartments The two remaining development sites span 3455sq m of the wider development which sits at the intersection of Hill Road and Bennelong Parkway in the southern end of Wentworth Point “The development forms the gateway to Wentworth Point,” a statement of environmental effects said  “This development application seeks approval for the construction of buildings C and F … [with] a series of slender building elements and a high level of vertical facade articulation which allows the buildings to follow the curved alignment of Bennelong Parkway.” the Turner Studio design of the final two towers would “step up from the existing nine storey development” and house “a range of unit sizes and facilities dispersed across the proposals” Together they would accommodate 37 one-bedroom (24 per cent) 79 two-bedroom (51 per cent) and 39 three-bedroom apartments (25 power cent) “This provides a higher than typical provision of three-bed units to support demographic diversity,” the documents said “Further to this … a range of external and internal communal amenity spaces are provided to support social interaction and cohesion “The proposal will include a new 100sq m community room facility within Building F that will have lounge areas dining-kitchen area and a work-from-home hub that reflects the evolving needs of the residents.” each of the towers would feature rooftop terraces and connect from level 10 to existing rooftop communal open space on the adjacent buildings “The landscape design seeks to establish a green landscape that frames and envelopes the proposed new buildings and seeks to maximise landscaping to all rooftop terraces,” the development application said An architectural report said the proposal “completes the One The Waterfront residential development … seeking reference to the pattern of the existing buildings “The verticality of the facade is manifested through a series of aluminum fins and concrete blades to create a balanced composition of elements,” it said “The proposed buildings are in a range of subtle colours and tones The feature colour of dark green is used at lobby entries to increase their prominence and enhance intuitive wayfinding … [and] links to the landscaping that frames and envelopes the facades.” Nearby, plans have been lodged for a mixed-use development comprising an entire urban block as a “generator of change” for the largely industrial-commercial suburb of Silverwater the proposal filed with the City of Parramatta Council spans a 7550sq m site encompassing 17 amalgamated properties at 1-17 Grey Street and 32-48 Silver Water Road The proposed three to four-storey development comprises 16,000sq m of neighbourhood shops office and business tenancies as well as a childcare centre and a two-level pub.