Key initiatives
CBDs Revitalisation Program
Funding for councils, businesses and cultural institutions to run activations and events that engage the local community and attract visitors. Discover the successful projects.
eastYour Street, Your Party
Taking place across metropolitan Sydney from late May to August 2022, nine free street parties allow residents to reconnect with their neighbourhood and support local businesses.
eastUptown Program
Teams of businesses in a local area can apply to take part in a new program that will build their capacity and networks and provide an opportunity to later apply for seed funding. Applications closed at 11:59pm on Monday 5th September 2022.
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24-Hour Economy Strategy (PDF) 3.4 MB
Building a vibrant and strong 24-hour economy will be a collaborative and coordinated effort between the NSW Government, local councils, industry and communities. Our strategy lays out five pillars to transform Greater Sydney into a 24-hour economic centre.
Provide more integrated planning and place-making which will see increased state and local government and industry collaboration to build an environment in which the 24-hour economy can thrive
Encourage the diversification of night-time activities by supporting a wider variety of businesses at night
Support industry and cultural development to help businesses and cultural entrepreneurs access and thrive in the 24-hour economy
Explore ways to enhance mobility and improve connectivity between 24-hour hubs through safe and reliable transport
Change the narrative for Sydney to bring locals and outside visitors into Sydney at night, observing and encouraging healthy behaviours
Meet the Commissioner
Meet Michael Rodrigues, the state's first 24-hour Economy Commissioner.
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24-hour Economy Advisory Group
Our members support the NSW Government to turbocharge job creation and night-time business activity.
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eastListen to our podcast series
Commissioner Michael Rodrigues explores what it means to build a 24-hour economy through a series of interviews with the best and brightest across industry and government.
eastYear in review
This publication documents the Office’s first 12 months of operation, highlighting key initiatives and areas of focus with respect to the 24-Hour Economy Strategy.
eastMain photo: Courtesy of Destination NSW