Construction of the new Sydney Fish Market is nearing completion, with multiple contractors now fitting out 40 retail stores across the site.
The new market will highlight Sydney’s diverse food and dining culture, combining specialty food outlets, bars, and restaurants alongside traditional fish traders. Offerings will range from casual meals to fine dining, and the market is expected to attract more than six million visitors each year.
“The new Sydney Fish Market will be a gamechanger for our city, delivering the best seafood market anywhere in the world, right here on Sydney Harbour,” said premier of New South Wales Chris Minns.
“This will be a place where locals and visitors can experience the very best of Sydney’s food, culture and waterfront. It will create jobs, boost tourism and cement Sydney’s reputation as one of the great culinary capitals of the world.”
Once the building is complete, the keys will be handed over to the Sydney Fish Market team to finish their fit-outs and prepare for operations.
The project reflects strong sustainability and design principles, featuring more than 400 solar-panel-lined roof cassettes across its 200-metre-long structure. It has achieved a 5 Star Green Star rating and forms part of the NSW Government’s net zero commitment by 2050.
“Boasting 6,000 square metres of public open space alongside markets, restaurants, cafes, bars and retailers, it will be more than a place to buy seafood – it will be a vibrant community hub on the harbour,” said minister for Planning and Public Spaces Paul Scully.
During construction, the project employed around 700 workers and is expected to support another 700 jobs once operational.
The new precinct will also feature nearly 1.5 acres of public space, new pedestrian and cycling connections, and a 15-kilometre waterfront promenade linking Rozelle Bay to Woolloomooloo. The redevelopment of the old fish market site will include more than 1,000 new homes.
Access to the market will be improved through nearby light rail stops, new pedestrian links to the foreshore walk, and a future ferry wharf and Pyrmont metro station.
“With the building nearing completion and construction of retail fit-outs well underway, you can feel the anticipation for this incredible building growing,” said minister for Lands and Property Steve Kamper.