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Master Plan

Project status: Master Plan - Approved

The Master Plan is a framework that outlines how Bradfield City Centre will grow into a thriving 24/7 ecosystem of culture, creativity, and innovation immersed in a parkland environment.

Bradfield City Centre - Illustrative Master Plan

Key Features

Bradfield City Centre will be a city centred on design excellence, character and culture, and movement and connectivity. These key features are detailed in the Bradfield Centre Master Plan.

Design

World class technology, buildings, and landscapes embedding design excellence in the DNA of the city

Sustainable ethos and designing with Country will help to achieve ambitious commitments to net zero, climate resilience, energy and water efficiency, sustainable materials selection, and the use of greenery on ground, walls, and roofs.

Embedding the latest technology into the heart of the city will create smarter ways for people, business, and the environment to thrive together.

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  • 2 million square metres of gross floor area for development
  • Space for more than 80 buildings over 40 metres in height (15 storeys and above)
  • Designed to support a circular economy
  • 80% roof green coverage or bio-solar systems to address urban heat
  • Climate resilient design features to maximise energy efficiency and manage temperatures
  • First Nations cultural values guiding planting, materials, art, lighting, signage, and language
  • Smart technologies incorporated throughout to improve liveability

Character

A vibrant 24/7 metropolis in a green parkland setting

Featuring more than 30% public open space, dedicated major event and cultural spaces, and extensive retail and dining facilities, Bradfield City Centre will be a place to live, work, gather, play, and stay. Located on the doorstep of the new 24/7 Western Sydney International airport, it will also be a destination for tourism and entertainment for visitors near and far.

We're growing new industries, jobs, and skills through a world-class research and education ecosystem, connected to global expertise and opportunities.

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  • 36 hectares of open space, waterways and playgrounds
  • 2-hectare Central Park
  • 2.2 km Green Loop prioritising First Nations culture throughout the city
  • 40% tree canopy cover for a green cool city
  • Major event and dedicated cultural spaces
  • Public art featured throughout

Movement and Connectivity

Highly connected and accessible city for all people

Beautiful green pedestrian pathways and dedicated cycling lanes will create a people focused network connecting the city. 

Major bus, road, and metro interchanges in the heart of the city will connect residents, workers, and visitors to the rest of Greater Sydney and to the world through the new Western Sydney International airport. 

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  • Pedestrian oriented with most parts accessible within a 5-minute walk from the Metro Station.
  • 5-minute metro to the new 24/7 Western Sydney International airport
  • Accessible EV charging, designed for future transport
  • 17.8 km of bike trails and lanes

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