The end of lockout law at last? Sydney is considering allowing 24-hour trading across the CBD
- The City of Sydney will consider introducing new 24-hour trading across CBD
- New rules could encroach on the state government's controversial lockout laws
- Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore said 10,000 people had called for change
The City of Sydney will consider introducing new 24-hour trading across the entire city centre which could encroach on the state government's controversial lockout laws.
Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore said the city was responding to feedback from thousands of residents calling for a better night time economy.
'More than 10,000 people told us they want Sydney to have a diverse and exciting night-time economy with events and activities for people of all ages and interests,' Ms Moore said in a statement on Monday.
The City of Sydney will consider introducing new 24-hour trading across the entire city centre which could encroach on the state government's controversial lockout laws - widely held responsible for a large downturn in nightlife
'What they don't want is a city that is unsafe or that shuts down as soon as the sun goes down.'
The changes, some of which are subject to the NSW government's lockout laws, include extending hours for unlicensed businesses, a new 24-hour trading cultural precinct in Alexandria.
The development control plan will be considered by council on May 13.
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Low impact businesses on Crown Street, Redfern Street, Union Street and Glebe Point Road will be allowed to trade until 2am instead of midnight.
This means the possibility of more small bars, restaurants and small venues for locals to enjoy.
Late night trading proposals will also be considered for bustling areas including Barangaroo, Green Square, Zetland, Waterloo and Walsh Bay.
The 24-hour city centre hopes to stretch from Darling Harbour to Hyde Park and down to Central Station
