Overview
Marrickville could become Sydney's new late night destination, after the local council revealed an ambitious proposal for a brand new live music and creative arts precinct. The plans for the Sydenham Station Creative Hub would see the industrial area around Sydenham Station rezoned, opening it up for a swathe of potential new bars, restaurants and music venues. And best of all? No lockouts.
The proposal is appealing for a number of reasons. With punters fleeing Kings Cross and the CBD in droves, Sydney is crying out for a new after-hours music hub. The area around Sydenham Station is already home to a number of popular venues, including Red Rattler, Gasoline Pony and The Factory, while easy access via the train line is another big tick in its favour.
"If anyone had a dream to set up a live music venue, small bar, or creative business right on a major transport interchange between the city and significant suburban renewal along adjacent railway corridors, I'd be looking very, very closely at the Sydenham Station Creative Hub," Live Music Office Policy Director John Wardle told The Music.
Marrickville Mayor Sam Iskandar also weighed in on the plans, saying that "with the fantastic transport links the area has, we believe a Sydenham Station Creative Hub could easily become a must-visit destination for all of Sydney."
Marrickville Council is currently seeking public feedback on the proposal, which you can provide via a survey on their website. The council will meet to discuss the project on June 7 before deciding whether to move forward.
Via The Music. Image: Dollar Photo Club.