Breadcrumb Home Honeysuckle works Honeysuckle works Join our mailing list Latest newsletter Follow on Facebook Works notifications close enewsletter webform Form title Join our mailing list Find out about work happening across your local area. First name Last name Email Area of interest - Select -ALL - Hunter and Central CoastNewcastle and HunterCentral Coast I have read and understand the privacy policy Honeysuckle Park permanent amenities Design and REF now on public exhibition Have your say on the proposed public toilets for Honeysuckle Park. Promenade and Cottage Creek Construction and creek naturalisation works Construction of the next phase of promenade along Honeysuckle water’s edge, and naturalisation of the Cottage Creek waterway is underway. Former Wickham School of Arts Works underway to make the building safe and watertight We are repairing the roof, waterproofing the building, resealing windows and doors and removing hazardous materials. Honeysuckle HQ transformation The final Honeysuckle lands to be transformed Seeking an experienced development partner to transform the western edge of Honeysuckle into a magnetic destination with quality connections, and high focus on community, new economy and excellence. Private sector developments Investment in new jobs, homes and economic activity Exciting private investment projects are underway, with the highest standards of built form and urban amenity being applied. Project map: Works and developer details Map of works underway or coming soon in Honeysuckle Explore what's happening, the current status of works, and the key information and developer contacts for each project. Proposed amenities for Honeysuckle Park Now on public exhibition We have been working with City of Newcastle (CN) to deliver permanent public amenities at Honeysuckle Park. The temporary toilets we installed in January are getting plenty of use, as the park and foreshore walk continue to attract both locals and visitors. We’re planning to build new wheelchair accessible amenities with baby change facilities, to better cater for everyone at this popular destination. Consultation, final design and approvals are required before this can happen. We’ve looked at a number of sites and completed an options analysis to determine the best location for the amenities. After speaking with residents, we are now proposing to construct the permanent facilities adjacent to the children’s playground. Have your say We’ve completed a Review of Environmental Factors (REF) to assess the proposal’s environmental and community impacts. The REF is now on public exhibition and the community is invited to provide feedback before a final decision is made. We invite you to view the REF and Frequently Asked Questions (right) before making a submission. Submissions close Monday 13 June 2022. Pause Play Document links View the REF View the site location plan View the proposed amenities design Frequently Asked Questions Q. Why are public toilets needed at Honeysuckle Park? A. Accessible public toilet facilities are needed in Honeysuckle Park to provide for park visitors and users of the waterfront promenade. With a children’s playground, picnic tables and barbeques available, visitors are likely to stay for extended periods of time and require access to public toilets nearby. HCCDC has installed temporary toilets while planning for the permanent amenities is underway. Q. What is the purpose of the Review of Environmental Factors? A. The Review of Environmental Factors (REF) considers the potential impacts of the construction and operation of the permanent amenities, including impacts to the environment, nearby residents and people who use and access the site. The REF also identifies actions to avoid or mitigate identified impacts. Q. What facilities will be available? A. The proposed permanent amenities feature two accessible toilets with a baby change station in each. Internal hand basins are provided as well as an external hand basin. Q. What will the toilets look like? A. The design of the proposed toilets complements the surrounding park structures and is intended to match the existing BBQ shelter. Appendix B in the REF shows the proposed toilet design. Q. What consultation has occurred? A. HCCDC has consulted with City of Newcastle and nearby residents about the permanent toilet location and design. The consultation is outlined in the Review of Environmental Factors, which is now on public exhibition so residents and the broader community can provide feedback on the proposal. Q. When will the toilets be built? A. If approved, HCCDC intends to build the permanent amenities later this year, including the installation of a sewer pipeline along Worth Place to connect the toilets to the sewer main. Make a submission Submissions close Monday 13 June 2022. You can make a submission by: Email: [email protected] Post: HCCDC, PO Box 813, Newcastle NSW 2300 Promenade and Cottage Creek Construction and creek naturalisation works underway Construction of the next phase of the promenade along Honeysuckle water’s edge is underway. This section includes tree-lined, 10m-wide granite pathways, seating, and will join the recently opened section of promenade at Honeysuckle Park. The works will also see the planting and naturalisation of the Cottage Creek waterway, on the northern side of Honeysuckle Drive. We are collaborating with Hunter Water to enhance amenity and naturalise Cottage Creek on the southern side of Honeysuckle Drive. We are building an architecturally designed pedestrian bridge so you will be able to continue to walk, cycle, jog or scoot along the waters edge. Ultimately this path will form part of an 11km harbourside path stretching from Wickham in the city's west to Bathers Way in the east. This project is partially funded by the Newcastle Port Community Contribution Fund (NPCC). View works notifications Pause Play Former Wickham School of Arts Making the building safe and watertight Work is underway to repair and make safe the former Wickham School of Arts building in Honeysuckle. We are repairing the roof, waterproofing the building, resealing windows and doors and removing hazardous materials. As well as making repairs, HCCDC has removed elements that don’t have heritage value, such as the rear annex added in the 1950s and two buildings located either side of the former Wickham School of Arts building. Work is expected to be completed by mid-2022. The former Wickham School of Arts building is listed in the Newcastle Local Environment Plan (LEP) as a heritage item with local significance. This work will give the building the best possible change of being repurposed as part of Honeysuckle's transformation. View works notifications Honeysuckle HQ Pause Play Honeysuckle HQ The final Honeysuckle lands to be transformed Honeysuckle HQ represents the final lands to be transformed in Honeysuckle. It sits at the far western edge of the precinct and is made up of two parcels of land: Honeysuckle Quays, located on the waterfront side of Honeysuckle Drive, and Honeysuckle Quarter on the city side. On the city side sits the former Wickham School of Arts building, which is undergoing repairs to give it the best possible chance of being repurposed. The remaining land provides temporary car parking until a future use is identified. We’re seeking an experienced development partner to deliver our vision to transform Honeysuckle HQ into a magnetic and vibrant destination, where the new CBD meets the waterfront. This process is being managed in a progressive manner, with the call for Expressions of Interest (EOI) stage now open. More information - Honeysuckle HQ page Pause Play Other private sector developments Private sector investment to deliver new homes, jobs and economic activity Huntington Image 35 Honeysuckle Drive Huntington is a residential development which includes residential apartments and ground floor commercial space. Developer: Doma Group Status: Construction underway Estimated completion: 2023 Contact: Chris Farrington, Doma (02) 6260 7750 [email protected] Project website University of Newcastle Image Honeysuckle City Campus The University of Newcastle is significantly expanding its city centre presence with its Honeysuckle City Campus Development. The masterplan for this 10-year development sees seven new buildings including student accommodation over 6.2 hectares of Honeysuckle land. The first building, Newcastle's School of Creative Industries and Integrated Innovation Network (I2N) Hub opened in July 2021. It includes specialised spaces and technologies that enhance working and collaborative environments enriching teaching, learning, co-working and entrepreneurial experiences. Developer: University of Newcastle Status: No current works Contact: Damian Burke University of Newcastle[email protected] Project website Horizon on the Harbour Image 45 Honeysuckle Drive Mixed-use residential apartments and ground floor retail space. Developer: Miller Property Corporation Status: Construction underway Estimated completion: 2023 Contact: Warwick Miller Miller Property Corporation 0418 636 613 [email protected] Project website Little National Hotel Image 42 Honeysuckle Drive Little National Hotel will cater for business, conference and leisure guests. It includes a 181-room hotel, boutique office space and car parking. Hotel facilities will be available to commercial tenants. Developer: Doma Group Status: Construction will commence in 2022 Estimated completion: 2023 Contact: Chris Farrington Doma (02) 6260 7750[email protected] Project website Project Map Select icons and filter options to explore Honeysuckle projects list LIST place MAP add Filter × Filter Projects Project Typeadd family_restroom Public Domain cottage Residential apartment Commercial maps_home_work Mixed Use commute Infrastructure miscellaneous_services Industrial map Precinct Planning Project Owneradd HCCDC Private Sector Local Council Other Government Not-for-profit Other Project Statusadd Planning Construction Complete / Open Settled Apply HCCDC Honeysuckle Quays The last remaining waterfront land in Honeysuckle, to be transformed into a magnetic destination. HCCDC is seeking an experienced development partner to deliver our vision of transforming the final parcels of land located at the western edge of Honeysuckle, into an enviable and vibrant destination where the new CBD meets the waterfront. Honeysuckle HQ (comprised of Honeysuckle Quays and Honeysuckle Quarter) aims to become an iconic destination with quality connections that focuses on community, new economy and excellence, while enhancing the natural environment and local heritage. Community consultation Community input through the Honeysuckle Ideas engagement program guides the approach to finding an experienced and highly motivated development partner to create Honeysuckle’s pinnacle offering. Next steps We launched a Registration of Interest (ROI) process in 2021 to gather market feedback. The ROI is now closed and we will begin the next phase, a Call for Proposals, in 2022. Find out more HCCDC Honeysuckle Quarter An unrivalled opportunity to create the heart of social, cultural and economic activity in Honeysuckle. Honeysuckle HQ (comprised of Honeysuckle Quays and Honeysuckle Quarter) is the strategically positioned gateway site situated at the intersection of Hannell Street and Honeysuckle Drive in Newcastle’s emerging CBD. HCCDC is presenting an unprecedented placemaking opportunity for an experienced development partner to deliver of a landmark project, transforming the final parcels of Honeysuckle land into an enviable and vibrant destination where the new CBD meets the waterfront. Honeysuckle HQ aims to become a magnetic destination with quality connections that focuses on community, new economy and excellence, while enhancing the natural environment and local heritage. Community consultation Community input through the Honeysuckle Ideas engagement program guides the approach to finding an experienced and highly motivated development partner to create Honeysuckle’s pinnacle offering. Next steps We launched a Registration of Interest (ROI) process in 2021 to gather market feedback. The ROI is now closed and we will begin the next phase, a Call for Proposals, in 2022. Find out more HCCDC Promenade works Promenade along Honeysuckle waterfront and naturalisation of the Cottage Creek waterway. Construction of the next phase of the promenade along Honeysuckle water’s edge includes tree-lined, 10m-wide granite pathways, seating, and will join the recently opened section of promenade at Honeysuckle Park. The works will also see the planting and naturalisation of the Cottage Creek waterway on the northern side of Honeysuckle Drive, and a pedestrian bridge enabling walking and cycling along the waters edge. We are collaborating with Hunter Water to enhance amenity and naturalise Cottage Creek on the southern side of Honeysuckle Drive. The promenade will ultimately form part of an 11km harbourside path stretching from Wickham in the city's west to Bathers Way in the east. Status: Work is underway Estimated completion: mid-2022 Developer: HCCDC Contact:[email protected] (02) 4904 2750 Find out more HCCDC Honeysuckle Park Waterfront public domain with greenspace, shaded BBQ and maritime-themed playground. The construction of Honeysuckle Park marks a significant step in the delivery of new public domain and the continued revitalisation of the Honeysuckle waterfront. The park includes sandstone seating at the harbour's edge, sheltered picnic seating, covered barbecue facilities and a maritime themed play area. Native trees, including banksia, tuckeroos and pines line new pedestrian links, making it easier to move from the waterfront to the Honeysuckle Light Rail stop. Construction of this park is an important step in completing the public connection along the foreshore from Wickham Marina through Honeysuckle to Nobbys Beach and Bathers Way. Developer: HCCDCStatus: Construction complete Find out more HCCDC Former School of Arts Repair works to make the building safe and water-tight until a future use is known. Repair works have commenced on the former Wickham School of Arts building, including removal of hazardous materials and non-heritage components, adding a new roof to make the building water-tight. The building sits within the final Honeysuckle lands earmarked for future divestment. HCCDC purchased the building from City of Newcastle in 2008, and the building currently has high levels of hazardous materials and is not safe for community access or use in its present form. The building is listed in the Newcastle Local Environment Plan (LEP) as a heritage item with local significance. City of Newcastle Council approved our DA for repair works to the former Wickham School of Arts building. These works will help improve the viability of the building for a potential future use as we progress plans for divestment. Status: Repair works underway Developer: HCCDC Contact: [email protected] (02) 4904 2750 Find out more HCCDC Seawall works Over 500m of new seawall infrastructure underpinning future waterfront promenade. HCCDC maintains three kilometres of seawall along the Honeysuckle promenade. This part of the waterfront has a rich and colourful history, and ongoing maintenance will ensure that this space can be accessed and enjoyed by the public for years to come. To date we have recycled 8000 tonnes of processed concrete from the old wharves into new seawalls. We completed rebuilding the seventy five year old harbour seawalls at Lee 5 and Throsby mid 2020, in preparation for new public domain. HCCDC | Hope Estate Hope at Honeysuckle The historic Wharf building is being transformed into a harbourfront cellar door destination. Lee Wharf A, now known as 'The Wharf' is an iconic waterfront heritage building in the centre of Honeysuckle. Built in 1910, The Wharf has been used for wool storage, as a cargo port, and a place of immigration after WWII. It will soon see it's new life as a landmark destination 'Hope at Honeysuckle' featuring a cellar door, providore retail, restaurant, entertainment and dining options. HCCDC's restoration works HCCDC completed major restoration and structural repairs to the building in early 2020, including reinstating its harbourside deck, and completing significant stabilisation and seawall repairs. These restoration works have paved the way for an exciting new use for The Wharf, as a destination that will attract both locals and visitors to this key harbourside location. Hope at Honeysuckle After a competitive process, Hope Estate announced their plans to showcasing the wine, spirits and craft beer the Hope family is well-know for along with fine food and tasting experiences focused on Hunter produce, local retail goods, masterclasses and other educational events. Hope are planning to create an all-weather space for outdoor dining to provide the much sought after indoor-outdoor feel, and make the most of the reinstated deck area and its proximity to the water. The Development Application includes additional level of outdoor space designed to really take advantage of the amazing Newcastle Harbour views. Planning in progresss: Development Application submitted Owner: Michael Hope DA Plans lodged HCCDC Honeysuckle Drive $12 million upgrade including road improvements, new bridge, footpaths and cycleways. Honeysuckle Drive's upgrade bewteen Hannell and Steel Streets has improved ease of use, accessibility, and safety for vehicles and pedestrians. An integral part of the Honeysuckle Drive works is the architecturally designed Cottage Creek Bridge, which replaces the old concrete structure with a new, multi-functional bridge in its place. Spanning 30 metres, the new bridge supports heavy vehicle traffic up to double semi-trailers. Streetscape enhancements also included 17 Norfolk Pines in a median strip connecting to existing and established Honeysuckle landscaping. The upgrades including a wider re-aligned road and merging lanes have improved the flow of traffic, made safety a priority for both recreational and commuting cyclists, as well as offering some stunning visual streetscape upgrades. Developer: HCCDC Construction complete: February 2021 Doma Group | 35 Honeysuckle Drive Huntington Residential and retail offering, integrating with attractive Honeysuckle harbourfront public space. Work commenced on Doma's Huntington development in November 2019, that will feature 86 apartments and 1500m2 of ground floor retail opportunity, with significant and attractive public open space that will integrate with the picturesque Honeysuckle harbourfront being delivered by HCCDC - continuing the connection of the harbourside promenade from the city through Honeysuckle to Wickham Marina. Developer: Doma Group Status: construction underwayEstimated completion: late 2023 Contact: Chris Farrington Doma Group (02) 6260 7750[email protected] Project website Doma Group | 42 Honeysuckle Drive Little National Hotel Mixed-use precinct including hotel, boutique office building, retail space and car parking. Doma Group’s Little National Hotel will cater for business, conference and leisure guests in the heart of the Honeysuckle precinct. The luxury hotel will feature 181 rooms, gym, cafe, bar and parking, as well as 4990m2 of office space. Developer: Doma Group Status: construction commencing 2022Estimated completion: 2023 Contact: Chris Farrington Doma Group (02) 6260 7750[email protected] Project website Miller Property | 45 Honeysuckle Drive Horizon on the Harbour Waterfront residential apartments and ground floor retail, adjacent to new public domain. 110 high quality architecturally designed residential apartments, and 970m2 of ground floor retail delivered by the Miller Property Corporation. HCCDC is delivering new public domain adjacent - part of the continuation of the harbourside promenade connecting the city to Wickham. Developer: Miller Property Corporation Status: Construction underway Estimated completion: 2023 Contact: Warwick Miller Miller Property Corporation 0418 636 613 [email protected] Doma Group | 21 Honeysuckle Drive Lume Apartments Premium waterfront development providing residential units and ground floor commercial. Delivering on the demand for attractive architecture and high quality dwellings in the evolving precinct, Doma Group saw the first residents move into Lume at 21 Honeysuckle Drive in July 2020. With 154 residential units and associated commercial uses, Lume integrates with the new Honeysuckle Park and public domain being delivered by HCCDC. University of Newcastle Honeysuckle Campus UON is significantly expanding its city presence with its Honeysuckle campus development. The masterplan for this 10-year development sees seven new city centre buildings including student accommodation over 6.2 hectares of Honeysuckle land. The building willl provide state-of-the-art facilities for the University of Newcastle's School of Creative Industries, and a new Integrated Innovation Network (I2N) Hub. This includes specialised spaces and technologies that enhance working and collaborative environments enriching teaching, learning, co-working and entrepreneurial experiences. Developer: University of Newcastle Construction commenced April 2020: Stage 1A complete - Innovation Hub and School of Creative Industries opened July 2021 Current works: No current works in progress Contact: Damian Burke University of Newcastle[email protected] Project website Frequently asked questions What work is currently underway at Honeysuckle? HCCDC is undertaking essential infrastructure upgrades as part of a $55 million program to provide new public domain in the west end of Honeysuckle. We're currently delivering the next phase of the promenade along Honeysuckle water’s edge, which includes tree-lined, 10m-wide granite pathways that will join the recently opened section of promenade at Honeysuckle Park. The works will also see the planting and naturalisation of the Cottage Creek waterway. Work is also underway to repair and make safe the former Wickham School of Arts building in Honeysuckle. Will Throsby Car Park remain open? The Throsby Car Park is temporary and will eventually close when the land is repurposed. What other car parks are there in Newcastle? There are 20 off-street parking stations in Newcastle city centre and many of them offer all day parking for reasonable fees. View the off-street parking guide for Newcastle city centre > Why is there a pedestrian and cyclist diversion? HCCDC is delivering an attractive new promenade that is the current missing link in our city’s waterfront walk, stretching from Throsby Creek to Merewether. In order to deliver this new public space, we first need to install infrastructure and undertake construction works along the waterfront. Safety is our number one priority, and therefore a designated, separated path has been built to connect Honeysuckle Drive with the Marina. This diversion is expected to remain in place for at least two years. What is the future of the remaining land in the west of Honeysuckle? Of the remaining land held in Honeysuckle, more than one third is being transformed into high-quality public space, while the other land is zoned for mixed use and commercial development. This land is strategically located in Newcastle’s emerging west end CBD and close to the transport interchange. What will happen to the Wickham School of Arts building? The former Wickham School of Arts building has local heritage significance. The building is recognised within the Newcastle Local Environmental Plan (LEP) 2012. The building is likely to be incorporated into a future development Lot in order to allow for greatest flexibility of adaptation. This will be considered as part of a wider divestment strategy for the land. What’s the best way for me to stay informed of changes in Honeysuckle? To keep informed about what's changing in Honeysuckle: Register your email to join our mailing list: [email protected] Keep an eye on the Honeysuckle works page for latest notifications. Who can I speak to if I’d like more information? If you have any questions about Honeysuckle, please contact HCCDC via phone or email and your query will be directed to the relevant project manager. T: +61 2 4904 2750 E: [email protected] Works notifications and updates Works Notifications 25.02.22 Former Wickham School of Arts works update 14.01.22 Former Wickham School of Arts works update 21.12.21 Honeysuckle Park temporary toilets 17.12.21 Promenade and Cottage Creek works update 24.11.21 Former Wickham School of Arts works update 20.10.21 Former Wickham School of Arts works commence 11.10.10 Promenade and Cottage Creek works commence 07.05.21 Notice of footpath closure 19.03.21 Temporary footpath closure 12.03.21 Temporary footpath closure 20.01.21 Temporary road and car park closures 15.12.20 Site shutdown over holidays 15.12.20 Extension of footpath closure: Honeysuckle Park works 09.12.20 Traffic Diversions: December 03.12.20 Temporary footpath closure: Honeysuckle Park works 18.11.20 Footpath closed for electrical works 18.10.20 Temporary footpath closure: Honeysuckle Park works 23.10.20 Start of work: Honeysuckle Park 11.05.20 Sewer works: 18-26 May 03.04.20 Cottage Creek bridge works 20.03.20 Temporary traffic diversion 11.03.20 Night Work 28.02.20 Start of work: Honeysuckle Drive upgrade 11.05.19 Harbour Square water feature upgrade 12.04.19 Changes to footpaths and walkways: Seawall works commence 01.11.18 Lee Wharf A, Seawall upgrades and Harbour Square boat dock Honeysuckle Updates Newsletter Autumn 2022 View PDF Summer 2021 View PDF Winter 2021 View PDF Autumn 2021 View PDF Spring 2020 View PDF Winter 2020 View PDF Autumn 2020 View PDF Summer 2019 View PDF Spring 2018 View PDF Stay up to date Honeysuckle is experiencing the next stage of transformation. 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HCCDC Honeysuckle Quays The last remaining waterfront land in Honeysuckle, to be transformed into a magnetic destination. HCCDC is seeking an experienced development partner to deliver our vision of transforming the final parcels of land located at the western edge of Honeysuckle, into an enviable and vibrant destination where the new CBD meets the waterfront. Honeysuckle HQ (comprised of Honeysuckle Quays and Honeysuckle Quarter) aims to become an iconic destination with quality connections that focuses on community, new economy and excellence, while enhancing the natural environment and local heritage. Community consultation Community input through the Honeysuckle Ideas engagement program guides the approach to finding an experienced and highly motivated development partner to create Honeysuckle’s pinnacle offering. Next steps We launched a Registration of Interest (ROI) process in 2021 to gather market feedback. The ROI is now closed and we will begin the next phase, a Call for Proposals, in 2022. Find out more
HCCDC Honeysuckle Quarter An unrivalled opportunity to create the heart of social, cultural and economic activity in Honeysuckle. Honeysuckle HQ (comprised of Honeysuckle Quays and Honeysuckle Quarter) is the strategically positioned gateway site situated at the intersection of Hannell Street and Honeysuckle Drive in Newcastle’s emerging CBD. HCCDC is presenting an unprecedented placemaking opportunity for an experienced development partner to deliver of a landmark project, transforming the final parcels of Honeysuckle land into an enviable and vibrant destination where the new CBD meets the waterfront. Honeysuckle HQ aims to become a magnetic destination with quality connections that focuses on community, new economy and excellence, while enhancing the natural environment and local heritage. Community consultation Community input through the Honeysuckle Ideas engagement program guides the approach to finding an experienced and highly motivated development partner to create Honeysuckle’s pinnacle offering. Next steps We launched a Registration of Interest (ROI) process in 2021 to gather market feedback. The ROI is now closed and we will begin the next phase, a Call for Proposals, in 2022. Find out more
HCCDC Promenade works Promenade along Honeysuckle waterfront and naturalisation of the Cottage Creek waterway. Construction of the next phase of the promenade along Honeysuckle water’s edge includes tree-lined, 10m-wide granite pathways, seating, and will join the recently opened section of promenade at Honeysuckle Park. The works will also see the planting and naturalisation of the Cottage Creek waterway on the northern side of Honeysuckle Drive, and a pedestrian bridge enabling walking and cycling along the waters edge. We are collaborating with Hunter Water to enhance amenity and naturalise Cottage Creek on the southern side of Honeysuckle Drive. The promenade will ultimately form part of an 11km harbourside path stretching from Wickham in the city's west to Bathers Way in the east. Status: Work is underway Estimated completion: mid-2022 Developer: HCCDC Contact:[email protected] (02) 4904 2750 Find out more
HCCDC Honeysuckle Park Waterfront public domain with greenspace, shaded BBQ and maritime-themed playground. The construction of Honeysuckle Park marks a significant step in the delivery of new public domain and the continued revitalisation of the Honeysuckle waterfront. The park includes sandstone seating at the harbour's edge, sheltered picnic seating, covered barbecue facilities and a maritime themed play area. Native trees, including banksia, tuckeroos and pines line new pedestrian links, making it easier to move from the waterfront to the Honeysuckle Light Rail stop. Construction of this park is an important step in completing the public connection along the foreshore from Wickham Marina through Honeysuckle to Nobbys Beach and Bathers Way. Developer: HCCDCStatus: Construction complete Find out more
HCCDC Former School of Arts Repair works to make the building safe and water-tight until a future use is known. Repair works have commenced on the former Wickham School of Arts building, including removal of hazardous materials and non-heritage components, adding a new roof to make the building water-tight. The building sits within the final Honeysuckle lands earmarked for future divestment. HCCDC purchased the building from City of Newcastle in 2008, and the building currently has high levels of hazardous materials and is not safe for community access or use in its present form. The building is listed in the Newcastle Local Environment Plan (LEP) as a heritage item with local significance. City of Newcastle Council approved our DA for repair works to the former Wickham School of Arts building. These works will help improve the viability of the building for a potential future use as we progress plans for divestment. Status: Repair works underway Developer: HCCDC Contact: [email protected] (02) 4904 2750 Find out more
HCCDC Seawall works Over 500m of new seawall infrastructure underpinning future waterfront promenade. HCCDC maintains three kilometres of seawall along the Honeysuckle promenade. This part of the waterfront has a rich and colourful history, and ongoing maintenance will ensure that this space can be accessed and enjoyed by the public for years to come. To date we have recycled 8000 tonnes of processed concrete from the old wharves into new seawalls. We completed rebuilding the seventy five year old harbour seawalls at Lee 5 and Throsby mid 2020, in preparation for new public domain.
HCCDC | Hope Estate Hope at Honeysuckle The historic Wharf building is being transformed into a harbourfront cellar door destination. Lee Wharf A, now known as 'The Wharf' is an iconic waterfront heritage building in the centre of Honeysuckle. Built in 1910, The Wharf has been used for wool storage, as a cargo port, and a place of immigration after WWII. It will soon see it's new life as a landmark destination 'Hope at Honeysuckle' featuring a cellar door, providore retail, restaurant, entertainment and dining options. HCCDC's restoration works HCCDC completed major restoration and structural repairs to the building in early 2020, including reinstating its harbourside deck, and completing significant stabilisation and seawall repairs. These restoration works have paved the way for an exciting new use for The Wharf, as a destination that will attract both locals and visitors to this key harbourside location. Hope at Honeysuckle After a competitive process, Hope Estate announced their plans to showcasing the wine, spirits and craft beer the Hope family is well-know for along with fine food and tasting experiences focused on Hunter produce, local retail goods, masterclasses and other educational events. Hope are planning to create an all-weather space for outdoor dining to provide the much sought after indoor-outdoor feel, and make the most of the reinstated deck area and its proximity to the water. The Development Application includes additional level of outdoor space designed to really take advantage of the amazing Newcastle Harbour views. Planning in progresss: Development Application submitted Owner: Michael Hope DA Plans lodged
HCCDC Honeysuckle Drive $12 million upgrade including road improvements, new bridge, footpaths and cycleways. Honeysuckle Drive's upgrade bewteen Hannell and Steel Streets has improved ease of use, accessibility, and safety for vehicles and pedestrians. An integral part of the Honeysuckle Drive works is the architecturally designed Cottage Creek Bridge, which replaces the old concrete structure with a new, multi-functional bridge in its place. Spanning 30 metres, the new bridge supports heavy vehicle traffic up to double semi-trailers. Streetscape enhancements also included 17 Norfolk Pines in a median strip connecting to existing and established Honeysuckle landscaping. The upgrades including a wider re-aligned road and merging lanes have improved the flow of traffic, made safety a priority for both recreational and commuting cyclists, as well as offering some stunning visual streetscape upgrades. Developer: HCCDC Construction complete: February 2021
Doma Group | 35 Honeysuckle Drive Huntington Residential and retail offering, integrating with attractive Honeysuckle harbourfront public space. Work commenced on Doma's Huntington development in November 2019, that will feature 86 apartments and 1500m2 of ground floor retail opportunity, with significant and attractive public open space that will integrate with the picturesque Honeysuckle harbourfront being delivered by HCCDC - continuing the connection of the harbourside promenade from the city through Honeysuckle to Wickham Marina. Developer: Doma Group Status: construction underwayEstimated completion: late 2023 Contact: Chris Farrington Doma Group (02) 6260 7750[email protected] Project website
Doma Group | 42 Honeysuckle Drive Little National Hotel Mixed-use precinct including hotel, boutique office building, retail space and car parking. Doma Group’s Little National Hotel will cater for business, conference and leisure guests in the heart of the Honeysuckle precinct. The luxury hotel will feature 181 rooms, gym, cafe, bar and parking, as well as 4990m2 of office space. Developer: Doma Group Status: construction commencing 2022Estimated completion: 2023 Contact: Chris Farrington Doma Group (02) 6260 7750[email protected] Project website
Miller Property | 45 Honeysuckle Drive Horizon on the Harbour Waterfront residential apartments and ground floor retail, adjacent to new public domain. 110 high quality architecturally designed residential apartments, and 970m2 of ground floor retail delivered by the Miller Property Corporation. HCCDC is delivering new public domain adjacent - part of the continuation of the harbourside promenade connecting the city to Wickham. Developer: Miller Property Corporation Status: Construction underway Estimated completion: 2023 Contact: Warwick Miller Miller Property Corporation 0418 636 613 [email protected]
Doma Group | 21 Honeysuckle Drive Lume Apartments Premium waterfront development providing residential units and ground floor commercial. Delivering on the demand for attractive architecture and high quality dwellings in the evolving precinct, Doma Group saw the first residents move into Lume at 21 Honeysuckle Drive in July 2020. With 154 residential units and associated commercial uses, Lume integrates with the new Honeysuckle Park and public domain being delivered by HCCDC.
University of Newcastle Honeysuckle Campus UON is significantly expanding its city presence with its Honeysuckle campus development. The masterplan for this 10-year development sees seven new city centre buildings including student accommodation over 6.2 hectares of Honeysuckle land. The building willl provide state-of-the-art facilities for the University of Newcastle's School of Creative Industries, and a new Integrated Innovation Network (I2N) Hub. This includes specialised spaces and technologies that enhance working and collaborative environments enriching teaching, learning, co-working and entrepreneurial experiences. Developer: University of Newcastle Construction commenced April 2020: Stage 1A complete - Innovation Hub and School of Creative Industries opened July 2021 Current works: No current works in progress Contact: Damian Burke University of Newcastle[email protected] Project website
Hunter & Central Coast Development Corporation
Hunter & Central Coast Development Corporation