In May 2010, Arts NSW secured a long-term lease for Pier 2/3 at Walsh Bay.
This fulfilled a long-term Government commitment to development of the Pier for cultural purposes.
Pier 2/3 forms part of a vibrant cultural precinct that extends from the Sydney Opera House through to the popular performance centre of Wharf 4/5 and links to the new development at Barangaroo.
As part of the process of considering options for development of the Pier, registrations of interest were recently invited from not-for-profit arts organisations with an interest in long-term use of the Pier for arts, creative and cultural purposes.
This registration of interest process will inform the development of a formal Expression of Interest process for long-term arts and cultural use, which will be developed in 2011. The complementary use of any remaining available space by the private sector will then be considered.
Pier 2/3 will also be made available for short-term uses such as rehearsals, workshops, exhibitions, festivals and private functions to ensure the potential of the facility is maximised.
Contact for further information:
Rachel Cheetham
rachel.cheetham@arts.nsw.gov.au
