Liverpool Council to foster an 18-hour economy with City Activation Strategy

14 September 2018

Liverpool City Council is developing a City Activation Strategy to ensure the community reaps the benefits of the unprecedented period of growth in the region.

The recent rezoning of 25 hectares in the heart of Liverpool will reinvigorate the CBD and Liverpool Mayor Wendy Waller said Council is developing a clear strategy to encourage a thriving 18-hour economy.

“Liverpool is a city of such potential,” Mayor Waller said. “The draft activation strategy is about making sure we foster a lively city centre with a range of different activities for our broad mix of people.

“We want to drive collaboration with businesses, government agencies, building owners and residents to make the Liverpool city centre a place where people enjoy spending time and businesses thrive.”

The strategy highlights the advantages Liverpool has, including a walkable and easy-to-navigate street layout, its rich cultural and food scene and emerging student population.

“It also highlights some of the areas we can improve on, like connectivity to the Georges River,” Mayor Waller said.

“Liverpool is Sydney’s third CBD and we have a fantastic opportunity to guide the development of a lively city centre, with a thriving nightlife.

“We are encouraging the community to have a look our draft strategy and tell us what they think and what they might like to see in our city.”

Residents have until September 30 to have their say on the strategy at listens.liverpool.nsw.gov.au/city-activation-strategy.