Important update on Waterloo South

Dear Tenant,

I am writing to provide you with an update on the next steps for the Waterloo Renewal Project.

My commitment to you has always been ensuring you are updated first and as soon as we have new information.

Which is why I wanted to let you know that the NSW Government has selected its preferred delivery partner, consisting of Stockland, Link Wentworth Housing, City West Housing and Birribee Housing, to build our new homes in Waterloo South.

Over the next six months, the group will work with the government to ensure that you are provided with the appropriate support and assistance throughout the renewal, as we build new, accessible, better homes.

Your voice and input are crucial, so we will be on the ground and actively reaching out in the community. We will also have our local Waterloo Connect office open two days a week – they can provide in-person support and advice.

I know this has been a long process, and we want to keep you informed every step of the way.

Relocations were initially planned to start mid-2024, however there are still further steps in the process before relocations can begin.

For this reason, the notification letters are likely to be sent to tenants by the beginning of 2025, with information on relocations.

This will not mean tenants need to move straight away when they receive the letter. Tenants will be given at least 6 months’ notice before needing to move.

Important relocation information for you:

• Tenants are NOT being asked to move yet. You do not need to do anything right now.
• When relocations start, tenants will be relocated in stages, which means not all tenants in Waterloo South will be moving at the same time.
• You will be given at least 6 months’ notice before you need to move.
• All tenants will be supported by a dedicated Homes NSW Relocation Officer who will find you a suitable home that meets your individual housing needs – if you wish to stay in the Waterloo area you will be able to do that.
• All tenants have a right to return to the Waterloo estate once the redevelopment is complete.
• Tenants living in the high-rise buildings will not need to move for a few years.
• At this stage the proposed redevelopment plan only impacts Waterloo South, not the entire estate. I have attached a map below so you can clearly see the area.

As I said, you are our priority, you deserve to be kept up to date and consulted throughout this process.

We are with you on this journey, we support you and we respect your voice and ideas.

If you have any questions or feedback, please contact Tuyen Duong, Community Engagement on 02 9384 4134 or Waterlooconnect@homes.nsw.gov.au.

Yours Sincerely,

Rose Jackson
Minister for Housing