21-07-2025
New entertainment centre moves forward as calls to progress Broadmeadow precinct grow
The Property Council has called for the next steps to be taken in the delivery of the Broadmeadow Precinct - a project considered vital to the Lower Hunter's growth.
The council has called for the finalisation of the precinct's stage 1 rezoning, the commitment of critical funding, and the appointment of a dedicated agency to coordinate delivery.
The 313-hectare precinct has the potential to deliver 20,000 homes and 15,000 jobs over the next 30 years.
Consultation on the precinct's place strategy closed a year ago.
"The Department of Planning and Newcastle City Council have done the hard yards over the last few years - the place strategy is in place, and community feedback has been heard loud and clear," Property Council Hunter and Central Coast regional director and former Newcastle Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes said.
"Now we need to see the rubber hit the road - industry is standing by to help turn this vision into reality, starting with rezoning, infrastructure investment, and the appointment of a single delivery agency to lead the charge."
In a recent significant development, a new Newcastle Entertainment Centre, considered to be the centrepiece of the precinct, has been listed in the planning section of the NSW Infrastructure Pipeline website.
The pipeline provides a forward view of state government infrastructure that is under development. It includes infrastructure projects with a minimum capital value of $50 million that the government has committed to commence planning for.
Ms Nelmes said the precinct's stage 1 rezoning was a chance to create 3,200 well-located homes close to transport, jobs and services.
"Rezoning land for housing is the first step - it's time to back in this ambitious vision with support from all levels of government and the private sector.
"Appointing the Hunter and Central Coast Development Corporation (HCCDC) as a delivery lead would give the region confidence that housing, transport, jobs and community spaces will move forward together, making sure land use, infrastructure and investment decisions work together.
"Industry wants to invest in Newcastle - let's seize the chance to show that Broadmeadow is open for business, growth and inclusive development."
Minister for the Hunter Yasmin Catley backed the push to progress the Broadmeadow precinct and said the rezoning process was due to be finalised in coming months.
"Once finalised, the Broadmeadow Rezoning will outline how government-owned land can be utilised so that more housing, including affordable and diverse housing, is available for the people of the Hunter region. It is due to be finalised in the coming months," she said.
"This builds on other government initiatives such as the Transport Oriented Development program, low and mid-rise reforms and work through the Hunter Central Coast Development Corporation that will see more investment, homes and jobs for the region.
"The rezoning of land represents a major step forward in unlocking the Hunter's full potential."
Ms Nelmes said a whole-of-government approach was essential to coordinate planning, investment, and delivery across the precinct.
"The NSW Government is serious about delivering on our housing targets - so securing funding now for early infrastructure delivery will send a clear signal that Broadmeadow is open for growth, investment, innovation, and inclusive community development," Ms Nelmes said.
"This isn't just about homes. It's about creating a vibrant mixed-use precinct that supports jobs, services and inclusive community development for generations to come.
The Property Council will host 'Broadmeadow's Moment: Unlocking Regional Growth Through Precinct Renewal' event at NEX in Newcastle West on 22 August.
The Property Council has called for the next steps to be taken in the delivery of the Broadmeadow Precinct - a project considered vital to the Lower Hunter's growth.
The council has called for the finalisation of the precinct's stage 1 rezoning, the commitment of critical funding, and the appointment of a dedicated agency to coordinate delivery.
The 313-hectare precinct has the potential to deliver 20,000 homes and 15,000 jobs over the next 30 years.
Consultation on the precinct's place strategy closed a year ago.
"The Department of Planning and Newcastle City Council have done the hard yards over the last few years - the place strategy is in place, and community feedback has been heard loud and clear," Property Council Hunter and Central Coast regional director and former Newcastle Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes said.
"Now we need to see the rubber hit the road - industry is standing by to help turn this vision into reality, starting with rezoning, infrastructure investment, and the appointment of a single delivery agency to lead the charge."
In a recent significant development, a new Newcastle Entertainment Centre, considered to be the centrepiece of the precinct, has been listed in the planning section of the NSW Infrastructure Pipeline website.
The pipeline provides a forward view of state government infrastructure that is under development. It includes infrastructure projects with a minimum capital value of $50 million that the government has committed to commence planning for.
Ms Nelmes said the precinct's stage 1 rezoning was a chance to create 3,200 well-located homes close to transport, jobs and services.
"Rezoning land for housing is the first step - it's time to back in this ambitious vision with support from all levels of government and the private sector.
"Appointing the Hunter and Central Coast Development Corporation (HCCDC) as a delivery lead would give the region confidence that housing, transport, jobs and community spaces will move forward together, making sure land use, infrastructure and investment decisions work together.
"Industry wants to invest in Newcastle - let's seize the chance to show that Broadmeadow is open for business, growth and inclusive development."
Minister for the Hunter Yasmin Catley backed the push to progress the Broadmeadow precinct and said the rezoning process was due to be finalised in coming months.
"Once finalised, the Broadmeadow Rezoning will outline how government-owned land can be utilised so that more housing, including affordable and diverse housing, is available for the people of the Hunter region. It is due to be finalised in the coming months," she said.
"This builds on other government initiatives such as the Transport Oriented Development program, low and mid-rise reforms and work through the Hunter Central Coast Development Corporation that will see more investment, homes and jobs for the region.
"The rezoning of land represents a major step forward in unlocking the Hunter's full potential."
Ms Nelmes said a whole-of-government approach was essential to coordinate planning, investment, and delivery across the precinct.
"The NSW Government is serious about delivering on our housing targets - so securing funding now for early infrastructure delivery will send a clear signal that Broadmeadow is open for growth, investment, innovation, and inclusive community development," Ms Nelmes said.
"This isn't just about homes. It's about creating a vibrant mixed-use precinct that supports jobs, services and inclusive community development for generations to come.
The Property Council will host 'Broadmeadow's Moment: Unlocking Regional Growth Through Precinct Renewal' event at NEX in Newcastle West on 22 August.
The Property Council has called for the next steps to be taken in the delivery of the Broadmeadow Precinct - a project considered vital to the Lower Hunter's growth.
The council has called for the finalisation of the precinct's stage 1 rezoning, the commitment of critical funding, and the appointment of a dedicated agency to coordinate delivery.
The 313-hectare precinct has the potential to deliver 20,000 homes and 15,000 jobs over the next 30 years.
Consultation on the precinct's place strategy closed a year ago.
"The Department of Planning and Newcastle City Council have done the hard yards over the last few years - the place strategy is in place, and community feedback has been heard loud and clear," Property Council Hunter and Central Coast regional director and former Newcastle Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes said.
"Now we need to see the rubber hit the road - industry is standing by to help turn this vision into reality, starting with rezoning, infrastructure investment, and the appointment of a single delivery agency to lead the charge."
In a recent significant development, a new Newcastle Entertainment Centre, considered to be the centrepiece of the precinct, has been listed in the planning section of the NSW Infrastructure Pipeline website.
The pipeline provides a forward view of state government infrastructure that is under development. It includes infrastructure projects with a minimum capital value of $50 million that the government has committed to commence planning for.
Ms Nelmes said the precinct's stage 1 rezoning was a chance to create 3,200 well-located homes close to transport, jobs and services.
"Rezoning land for housing is the first step - it's time to back in this ambitious vision with support from all levels of government and the private sector.
"Appointing the Hunter and Central Coast Development Corporation (HCCDC) as a delivery lead would give the region confidence that housing, transport, jobs and community spaces will move forward together, making sure land use, infrastructure and investment decisions work together.
"Industry wants to invest in Newcastle - let's seize the chance to show that Broadmeadow is open for business, growth and inclusive development."
Minister for the Hunter Yasmin Catley backed the push to progress the Broadmeadow precinct and said the rezoning process was due to be finalised in coming months.
"Once finalised, the Broadmeadow Rezoning will outline how government-owned land can be utilised so that more housing, including affordable and diverse housing, is available for the people of the Hunter region. It is due to be finalised in the coming months," she said.
"This builds on other government initiatives such as the Transport Oriented Development program, low and mid-rise reforms and work through the Hunter Central Coast Development Corporation that will see more investment, homes and jobs for the region.
"The rezoning of land represents a major step forward in unlocking the Hunter's full potential."
Ms Nelmes said a whole-of-government approach was essential to coordinate planning, investment, and delivery across the precinct.
"The NSW Government is serious about delivering on our housing targets - so securing funding now for early infrastructure delivery will send a clear signal that Broadmeadow is open for growth, investment, innovation, and inclusive community development," Ms Nelmes said.
"This isn't just about homes. It's about creating a vibrant mixed-use precinct that supports jobs, services and inclusive community development for generations to come.
The Property Council will host 'Broadmeadow's Moment: Unlocking Regional Growth Through Precinct Renewal' event at NEX in Newcastle West on 22 August.
The Property Council has called for the next steps to be taken in the delivery of the Broadmeadow Precinct - a project considered vital to the Lower Hunter's growth.
The council has called for the finalisation of the precinct's stage 1 rezoning, the commitment of critical funding, and the appointment of a dedicated agency to coordinate delivery.
The 313-hectare precinct has the potential to deliver 20,000 homes and 15,000 jobs over the next 30 years.
Consultation on the precinct's place strategy closed a year ago.
"The Department of Planning and Newcastle City Council have done the hard yards over the last few years - the place strategy is in place, and community feedback has been heard loud and clear," Property Council Hunter and Central Coast regional director and former Newcastle Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes said.
"Now we need to see the rubber hit the road - industry is standing by to help turn this vision into reality, starting with rezoning, infrastructure investment, and the appointment of a single delivery agency to lead the charge."
In a recent significant development, a new Newcastle Entertainment Centre, considered to be the centrepiece of the precinct, has been listed in the planning section of the NSW Infrastructure Pipeline website.
The pipeline provides a forward view of state government infrastructure that is under development. It includes infrastructure projects with a minimum capital value of $50 million that the government has committed to commence planning for.
Ms Nelmes said the precinct's stage 1 rezoning was a chance to create 3,200 well-located homes close to transport, jobs and services.
"Rezoning land for housing is the first step - it's time to back in this ambitious vision with support from all levels of government and the private sector.
"Appointing the Hunter and Central Coast Development Corporation (HCCDC) as a delivery lead would give the region confidence that housing, transport, jobs and community spaces will move forward together, making sure land use, infrastructure and investment decisions work together.
"Industry wants to invest in Newcastle - let's seize the chance to show that Broadmeadow is open for business, growth and inclusive development."
Minister for the Hunter Yasmin Catley backed the push to progress the Broadmeadow precinct and said the rezoning process was due to be finalised in coming months.
"Once finalised, the Broadmeadow Rezoning will outline how government-owned land can be utilised so that more housing, including affordable and diverse housing, is available for the people of the Hunter region. It is due to be finalised in the coming months," she said.
"This builds on other government initiatives such as the Transport Oriented Development program, low and mid-rise reforms and work through the Hunter Central Coast Development Corporation that will see more investment, homes and jobs for the region.
"The rezoning of land represents a major step forward in unlocking the Hunter's full potential."
Ms Nelmes said a whole-of-government approach was essential to coordinate planning, investment, and delivery across the precinct.
"The NSW Government is serious about delivering on our housing targets - so securing funding now for early infrastructure delivery will send a clear signal that Broadmeadow is open for growth, investment, innovation, and inclusive community development," Ms Nelmes said.
"This isn't just about homes. It's about creating a vibrant mixed-use precinct that supports jobs, services and inclusive community development for generations to come.
The Property Council will host 'Broadmeadow's Moment: Unlocking Regional Growth Through Precinct Renewal' event at NEX in Newcastle West on 22 August.
