Artist's concept render, subject to approvals. Image courtesy of DOMA Group.

The Minns Labor Government is continuing to drive Newcastle’s transformation, on 20 May announcing DOMA Group as the successful delivery partner for Honeysuckle HQ, the final piece in the revitalisation of Newcastle Harbour.

The landmark mixed-use precinct will deliver around 1,000 new homes alongside jobs, public spaces, hospitality, tourism and cultural offerings on the city’s iconic harbourfront.

For decades, the Hunter and Central Coast Development Corporation (HCCDC) has led the renewal of Honeysuckle, transforming former industrial land into a vibrant waterfront destination with Honeysuckle HQ being the final piece of the puzzle.

The project supports the Minns Labor Government’s commitment to building more homes in well-connected locations close to jobs, transport and entertainment, while creating vibrant communities people want to live in.

The proposal includes around 1,000 new homes, commercial and retail space to support around 4,000 workers, and a new 180-room hotel and conference centre integrated with the heritage-listed Wickham School of Arts.

The master-planned precinct will feature more than 11,000 square metres of public open space, including a new waterfront park known as ‘Honeysuckle Green’, a Wickham School of Arts-anchored plaza, improved pedestrian connections and shared public spaces designed to maximise community access to the harbourfront.

The project is expected to deliver significant economic benefits for Newcastle and the wider Hunter region, supporting jobs during construction and helping grow the city’s visitor, tourism and night-time economies.

Construction is anticipated to contribute around $80 million annually to the economy, while the completed precinct is expected to generate approximately $133 million each year for the city and region.

Site preparation works are expected to begin in 2026.