An elected NSW Liberal and Nationals government will repurpose the Long Bay Correctional Centre site, unlocking land to deliver many thousands of new homes and create a connected, sustainable community. This is the first in a series of announcements that will come from the NSW Coalition to transform our state\u2019s housing landscape and give more buyers and renters a fair go.
Repurposing Long Bay is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to turn an outdated, centrally located jail into a vibrant neighbourhood with homes, parks, shops and community facilities.
Under the plan, the existing correctional centre will remain operational until a new, modern facility is built outside the city, ensuring community safety and capacity while the site is redeveloped.
It has been suggested that the Long Bay precinct could accommodate up to 12,000 homes.
These dwellings will be a mix of housing, with a strong focus on affordability and diversity.
The development will also include new childcare centres, healthcare services and green spaces, all connected to improved transport infrastructure.
Today\u2019s announcement is not just about building homes; it is about building a community. By unlocking Long Bay, we can contribute to easing the housing shortage, create jobs in construction and infrastructure, and deliver a sustainable precinct that honours the site\u2019s history while embracing its future.
Leader of the Opposition Mark Speakman said today we dare to imagine something bigger, turning a relic of the past into a beacon of hope.
\u201cOur plan is about doing the right thing now, so our children aren\u2019t locked out tomorrow,\u201d Mr Speakman said.
Shadow Minister for Transport and Roads Natalie Ward said a great community needs great transport and infrastructure.
\u201cWith wide footpaths, cycleways and public transport on your doorstep, this will be a place where people can live, work and play without relying on the car,\u201d Ms Ward said.
Shadow Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Scott Farlow said this project embodies the best of planning with a complete community with homes, parks and services all within reach.
\u201cWe will work hand in hand with local residents and experts to design a precinct that
respects its heritage and embraces the future and together, we will prove that density and amenity can go hand in hand,\u201d Mr Farlow said.
Shadow Minister for Corrections Adam Crouch said we\u2019re committed to public safety and rehabilitation.
\u201cOur plan moves corrections into the 21st century by building a modern facility outside the city, freeing the Long Bay site for housing and community uses,\u201d Mr Crouch said.
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This plan for Long Bay marks the start of a new era in housing and community building for New South Wales.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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