BUSINESS IN THE PENINSULA
NEWS + INSIGHTS
Supporting businesses in
PYRMONT + ULTIMO + DARLING HARBOUR
Work. Live. Play
Announcement - The Chamber changes name to reflect it's member base: Same business group, new name
We are attracting more businesses from neighbouring Darling Harbour, which has led to the launch of a new business group brand identity called ‘Business in the Peninsula (PYRMONT+ULTIMO+DARLING HARBOUR)’.
MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR SUPPORT FOR SYDNEY BUSINESSES & CULTURE
The City of Sydney are giving away $5 million in cash and in-kind support that will benefit businesses and our local economy. Support will be shared among businesses, sustainable projects, community programs and festivals over the next financial year.
Sydney Streets - share your thoughts and shape the program’s future
Sydney Streets presented over 30 single-day street celebration events since the program began in early 2022. The events bring communities together and celebrate the neighbourhood while supporting local businesses and organisations.
HOW'S BUSINESS? HAVE YOUR SAY ON SYDNEY'S NEEDS AND PRIORITIES
Lend your voice to our yearly pulse check, helping us understand trends and how we can shape future support. Experiences, including dining out, are at the heart of Sydney’s economic growth according to our latest economic insights report. Hospitality businesses in particular are seeing a wave of increased patronage on weekends.
Announcement - The Chamber changes name to reflect it's member base: Same business group, new name
We are attracting more businesses from neighbouring Darling Harbour, which has led to the launch of a new business group brand identity called ‘Business in the Peninsula (PYRMONT+ULTIMO+DARLING HARBOUR)’. This is an exciting move as we are the district that makes up the Pyrmont Peninsula. This is more inclusive and welcomes Pyrmont, Ultimo and Darling Harbour businesses. We attract businesses from Pirrama Park (along the Harbour foreshore) to the north, Black Wattle Bay to the west (corner of Bridge Road and Wattle St), Pyrmont Bridge/edge of Darling Harbour to the East, and Broadway, Ultimo to the South.
Sydney Streets - share your thoughts and shape the program’s future
Sydney Streets presented over 30 single-day street celebration events since the program began in early 2022. The events bring communities together and celebrate the neighbourhood while supporting local businesses and organisations.
A review of the program is now open for feedback. The review asks for your thoughts on the frequency, timing and locations of future events.
MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR SUPPORT FOR SYDNEY BUSINESSES AND CULTURE
The City of Sydney are giving away $5 million in cash and in-kind support that will benefit businesses and our local economy. Support will be shared among businesses, sustainable projects, community programs and festivals over the next financial year.
HOW'S BUSINESS? HAVE YOUR SAY ON SYDNEY'S NEEDS AND PRIORITIES
Lend your voice to our yearly pulse check, helping us understand trends and how we can shape future support. Experiences, including dining out, are at the heart of Sydney’s economic growth according to our
latest economic insights report. Hospitality businesses in particular are seeing a wave of increased patronage on weekends. Does this reflect your business balance sheet? How are you managing the post-pandemic recovery, and what are your operational challenges?
OUTDOOR DINING APPROVAL
The NSW Government will continue this support for businesses by extending on-street dining until 31 December 2024. Fees will be waived for all alfresco dining until 30 June 2025.
FOOD BUSINESS LAWS ARE CHANGING
Businesses that handle unpackaged food requiring temperature control and serve it ready-to-eat, must have a qualified food safety supervisor on staff.
PROGRAMS AND GRANTS
There are a wide range of programs and grants to help meet the needs our communities to ensure they continually innovate, grow, learn and enjoy all that Sydney has to offer.
SYDNEY SMART GREEN APARTMENT BUILDING
The Goldsbrough in Pyrmont is building a sustainable new history. it’s forging a new, more sustainable history.
