Barangaroo's much loved swim spot, Marrinawi Cove, has officially re-opened just in time for summer, after an upgrade undertaken by the Minns Labor Government has taken the popular bay spot to another level delivering a larger swimming area and increased amenities.
A special summer holiday activation will help celebrate the swim spots return with free live music and pop-up shops selling gelato and barista made coffee for people to enjoy alongside their harbour dip in the heart of the city every weekend from Saturday 6 December until March.*
This follows a successful free pop-up music experience last summer which entertained more than 6000 people over the season.
Recently completed upgrade works at Marrinawi Cove include:
- A larger swimming area with up to 150sqm of additional swimming space and a swim length now up to 45 metres
- A new non-slip platform, integrated sandstone stairs, handrails and a ladder for easier access in and out of the water
- A new double outdoor shower
- Increased leisure space for picnics by the water.
These safety and accessibility improvements were made at Marrinawi Cove over the last few months following community feedback.
The upgrade is part of a broader NSW Government initiative to boost accessibility of Sydney's harbourside precincts so everyone can relax and enjoy our famous harbor and was fully funded by developer contributions.
Marrinawi Cove is a culturally significant spot, as the area was historically used by the Gadigal people for swimming, bathing, canoeing, and fishing for thousands of years.
It is distinct with sculpted and some repurposed sandstone and native flora surrounding the swim spot, creating a serene, natural environment.
For more information visit: https://www.barangaroo.com/whats-on/events/summer-at-marrinawi-cove
Marrinawi Cove is just one of the many spaces and free activations people can enjoy in our harbourside precincts this summer.
With free concerts at Darling Harbour, a festival at Tumbalong Park and Christmas markets across The Rocks, Barangaroo and White Bay Power Station.
All of our public spaces are sparkling with decorations transforming into a Christmas wonderland for the holiday season.
This is all part of the Minns Labor Government's commitment offering free entertainment in our harbourside precincts and delivering a more festive season packed with more free family fun than ever before.
Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Paul Scully said:
"Summer is officially here and thanks to the Minns Labor Government Sydney has more options than ever for people to cool off with a quick dip. The reopened Marrinawi Cove, joining the newly opened Bedlam Bay and soon to re-open Penrith Beach to give more people places to swim close to home.
"At Marrinawi Cove free live music and pop-up gelato and barista made coffee activations will further add to the atmosphere of this incredible harbourside space where Sydneysiders and visitors can enjoy a refreshing saltwater dip right in the heart of the city.
"Beyond swimming there will be free festive fun including concerts and Christmas markets in all our harbourside precincts from The Rocks to Barangaroo and Darling Harbour to deliver a vibrant and cheerful season for visitors and locals alike."
Minister for Lands and Property Steve Kamper said:
"Marrinawi Cove has reopened better than ever and just in time for summer.
"The new larger, safer and more accessible harbourside swimming experience is now open and ready for the community.
"We are focused on building better, more connected communities, ensuring everyone can enjoy this iconic location.
"Marrinawi Cove is set to be a standout destination this summer."
