Mark Speakman
NSW Leader of the Opposition
Natalie Ward
Shadow Minister for Transport and Roads
Scott Farlow
Shadow Minister for Planning and Public Spaces
Adam Crouch
Shadow Minister for Corrections
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's 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Repurposing Long Bay is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to turn an outdated, centrally located jail into a vibrant neighbourhood with homes, parks, shops and community facilities.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's 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's 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.
"Our plan is about doing the right thing now, so our children aren't locked out tomorrow," Mr Speakman said.
Shadow Minister for Transport and Roads Natalie Ward said a great community needs great transport and infrastructure.
"With 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," 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.
"We 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," Mr Farlow said.
Shadow Minister for Corrections Adam Crouch said we're committed to public safety and rehabilitation.
"Our 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," Mr Crouch said.
Key features of the plan include:
- Master planning a new community with phased redevelopment of adjoining social housing across a 50-hectare site to deliver many thousands of new dwellings, with 30% reserved for social and affordable housing, helping address the housing crisis while ensuring a fair mix for key workers, families and first home buyers.
- Construction of a modern, purpose-built, publicly owned and operated correctional facility outside the city, with no inmates moved until the new centre is operational.
- A commitment to improved transport links, including new public transport options and upgraded roads, to support the community.
- Preservation and adaptive reuse of significant heritage elements.
- Strong environmental standards, including green infrastructure and water-sensitive urban design.
- Ongoing community consultation and transparent governance to ensure the project meets the needs of residents and the wider city.
This plan for Long Bay marks the start of a new era in housing and community building for New South Wales.
