The multi-million-dollar wharf upgrade was delivered through the NSW Government’s Transport Access Program, delivering modern and accessible public transport infrastructure across the state.
After feedback from the local community, a design was delivered that improves ferry access for public transport customers, with additional features to allow berthing by recreational and smaller vessels.
The Double Bay Wharf upgrade includes a new dual-sided pontoon and connecting gangway, a covered waiting area, and weather-protected seating, as well as improved lighting and security.
These crucial upgrades will make the wharf easier and safer for customers to use, including those with additional mobility requirements, and customers with luggage or prams.
Transport worked closely with Woollahra Council, who delivered the landside improvements, including footpath upgrades and accessible car parking on Bay Street, and with the Gujaga Foundation to incorporate stories of Country into the wharf design.
Work by Gweagal artist Shane Youngberry is sandblasted into the new connecting structure between the jetty and gangway, incorporating themes of meeting place and campsite into the wharf design.
Transport Parliamentary Secretary Marjorie O’Neill said:
“Double Bay Wharf is an iconic part of our beautiful Sydney Harbour and these upgrades will be a great asset for locals and visitors alike to enjoy.
“We want to thank the community for their patience while we completed these crucial upgrades, and we’re thrilled today to get wharf users in Double Bay back out on the harbour.
“These upgrades make taking the ferry at Double Bay easier and safer, future-proofing the wharf to support our growing city.
“Accessibility upgrades like the one unveiled today at Double Bay Wharf are vital to make public transport a better option for our community.
“Our Government has invested an additional $300 million in Transport accessibility, so more stations and public transport precincts can be upgraded, just like this one."