University of Wollongong’s new home in Liverpool
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Liverpool Council’s landmark building Civic Place will soon be the new home for the University of Wollongong’s (UOW) rapidly expanding Liverpool Campus.
Liverpool Mayor Ned Mannoun said the deal is a massive boost of confidence in the Council and the Civic Place development.
“Having the UOW as the main tenant is a win for both the Council and the University,” Mayor Mannoun said.
“It also sends a strong message that Liverpool’s CBD is not only growing, but it fast becoming the location of choice for major organisations.”
UOW Interim Vice-Chancellor and President Professor John Dewar said the Liverpool Civic Plaza campus would enable the University to better meet the growing needs of South West Sydney’s young, dynamic and diverse population.
“The University of Wollongong is proud to be part of this community and proud to be a tenant in Civic Place.
“In 2017 we were the first university to open a campus in Liverpool, providing the people of South West Sydney with access to a world-class university education close to where they live and work,” Professor Dewar said.
The Liverpool Civic Place, located at 52 Scott Street, Liverpool, is a 11-floor mixed-use development which incorporates Council offices, Council chambers, library, commercial and civic offices and minor retail.
The University of Wollongong as the anchor tenant has secured the remaining five commercial floors of the ambitious Civic Place development as well as the mezzanine, separate entry and signage rights on the landmark building. This deal completes the leasing of all commercial floors of Civic Place.
The site has been identified as anchoring and providing the catalyst for further development at the southern end of Liverpool's CBD.
Acting CEO Jason Breton said UOW has a strong commitment to deep engagement with communities and industry in Liverpool and South West Sydney.
“Its education and training programs ensure that the next generation of workers in Liverpool are ready for the jobs and industries of the future.
“This includes the opportunities provided in healthcare and the new Western Sydney International Airport.”