Through the strategy, communities across NSW will flourish from the cultural, economic and social benefits of a thriving and connected 24-hour economy.
Offering an updated blueprint for the work the Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner will deliver across the state, the refreshed Strategy has adapted to tackle emerging challenges in the 24-hour economy.
An economy that shuts down at night is only achieving half its potential. We are starting to see the economic and lifestyle benefits of a vibrant 24-hour economy across the state. By working together, industry, local councils, NSW Government agencies and the Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner can truly activate NSW as a "New State of Night".
Our vision is to forge globally acclaimed 24-hour precincts, fostering an environment where businesses and workforces can thrive, communities flourish and individuals connect in a vibrant, inclusive after-dark experience.
What the strategy will do
Create a framework for the NSW 24-hour economy that promotes confidence, shared responsibility and alignment across stakeholders while creating opportunities for innovation.
Provide a platform for advocacy across the Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner and its stakeholders to further the success of the 24-hour economy.
Support meaningful evaluation through achievable and measurable actions.
Position NSW as a global leader in night-time economy thought leadership.
One of the aims of the strategy is to empower First Nations people to tell these stories. With true engagement with Indigenous people, there is potential to open up untold stories. By incorporating these narratives into the 24-hour economy, we can not only enrich the cultural tapestry of our precincts but also revitalise spaces where Indigenous voices have historically been silenced.
Terri Janke & Company (2024)
Strategic Pillars:
Regulatory and legislative amendments aimed at bringing back vibrancy to enable diverse, sustainable and safe night-time economies across NSW.
How will we do this?
Offering straightforward, balanced entertainment sound management
Creating and supporting vibrant, coordinated precincts
Making the most of outdoor spaces
Implementing streamlined, contemporary liquor licensing processes to support diversification and growth
Planning frameworks that support creative spaces, connection and inclusion
Fostering collaboration among stakeholders to support precinct building and place-based economies.
How will we do this?
- Developing diverse and vibrant precincts which reflect communities across the state
- Continuing to deliver our precinct development and accreditation programs
- Embedding 24-hour economy design principles in relevant major NSW renewal and development precincts
- Developing a local government program to support growth of the night-time economy
- Building environmental sustainability capacity within precincts
- Delivering a business-to-business digital platform connecting districts to opportunities
Collaborate across government and industry to support night-time workers, businesses and cultural entrepreneurs to thrive in the 24-hour economy.
How will we do this?
- Developing a new strategy for NSW's 24-hour workforce
- Establishing an independent 24-Hour Economy Advisory Council
- Supporting the delivery of the Creative Communities policy, NSW Visitor Economy and Contemporary Music Strategies
- Supporting community-led festials and activations
- Providing support for the Hospitality Concierge and Cultural Front Door service
- Informing, educating and partnering with industry
- Continuing the Live Performance Venue Program with Sound NSW
Enabling ease of movement to and from precincts while championing the wellbeing and safety of all within the night-time economy.
How will we do this?
- Refreshing the Safety, Mobility and Wellbeing Advisory Group
- Fostering a safe and inclusive night-time economy
- Developing transport and mobility initiatives that increase transport options at night
- Developing transport initiatives with a focus on safety, access and inclusion
- Developing transport initiatives which support city shaping and precinct making
Celebrating the unique stories of our districts and promoting the experiences they offer to locals, visitors and workers.
How will we do this?
- Marketing and promotion of night-time precincts across NSW
- Elevating the role of First Nations storytellers in the night-time economy
- Promoting unique night-time culture
- Continuing thought leadership and opportunities positioning NSW on a global stage as a 24-hour centre
- Leveraging international and domestic major events
- Annual publication of the State of the Night report
"I am hugely optimistic about the future of our state and our 24-hour economy. I invite you to join me in delivering the work under the strategy."
NSW 24-Hour Economy Commissioner, Michael Rodrigues
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