'More imaginative than Bays West': New waterfront Sydney suburb needs a name
The NSW government is seeking public input to rename the new Bays West precinct, a 77-hectare waterfront suburb in Sydney. The area will feature housing, green spaces, cultural venues, and a working harbour, with a design competition set to open in July. Officials aim to create a vibrant community space that prioritizes public transport and accessibility over private vehicle use.
- ▪The Bays West precinct is located just 2 kilometers from the Sydney CBD.
- ▪The area will accommodate up to 8,500 homes and include public transport and green spaces.
- ▪A design competition will invite local and international architects to shape the suburb's urban framework.
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Sydneysiders asked to help rename Bays West precinct, newest waterfront suburbBy state political reporter Nick DoleTopic:Urban Development and PlanningMon 25 May 2026 at 6:43amMon 25 May 2026 at 6:43amMon 25 May 2026 at 6:43amThe 77-hectare site on Sydney Harbour is earmarked for housing, green space, cultural venues and a working harbour. (Supplied: NSW government)In short:The NSW government is asking Sydneysiders to help rename the new Bays West precinct.The area which takes in White Bay, Glebe Island, Rozelle Bay and Rozelle Parklands is earmarked for housing, green space, cultural venues and a working harbour.In July, designers and architects will be invited to submit their visions for the new…
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