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Past, Present & Future

Barangaroo is one of Sydney’s most intriguing cultural destinations with 7,000+ years of history. Discovering the area’s fascinating past is one of the best things to do in Sydney.

Barangaroo is named after Barangaroo, a powerful Cammeraygal woman and leader of the Eora Nation. The Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of this land, used the area for hunting, fishing, canoeing, swimming, and gathering on the foreshore.

Once a disused container terminal, Barangaroo has been transformed into a vibrant cultural, residential, business, and civic hub, offering some of the best things to do in Sydney. Central Barangaroo, the final stage of the precinct, will become its cultural and civic heart, linking the natural Barangaroo Reserve with the urban environment of Barangaroo South.

Explore the past, present, and future of Barangaroo and discover how this iconic precinct celebrates Sydney’s heritage, community, and waterfront lifestyle.

About Barangaroo

Learn more about Barangaroo the woman, the history, place names and the native landscape around Sydney Harbour.

History

Learn about the rich history of the land where Barangaroo is today.

Nature

The re-imagined landscape of Barangaroo provides the only truly native flora experience around Sydny Harbour.

The Place

Dive into the history of Barangaroo. Be part of the future of this remarkable reclamation of Sydney’s western waterfront.

Timeline

Learn about Barangaroo’s history and future. Find out why Barangaroo got its name and discover the long First Nations history of the area.

Place names

The threads of Barangaroo's history and stories can be found in the names of its places and streets.

Building Barangaroo

This is the story of building Barangaroo into one of Sydney’s most vibrant and sustainable precincts.

Central Barangaroo

Central Barangaroo will be the final piece in the Barangaroo puzzle and the area’s community and civic heart.

Barangaroo Reserve

Barangaroo Reserve is a 6 hectare natural headland with lookouts, walking and cycling trails, idyllic coves, swimming and picnic spots and places to relax.

Harbour Park

At the heart of Central Barangaroo is the Harbour Park. Measuring 1.85 hectares in size, it will be a place for everyone to gather on Sydney’s foreshore.

The Cutaway project

The Cutaway is a Barangaroo events and cultural space carved from the sandstone underneath Barangaroo Reserve. Find out more about one of Sydney’s unique event spaces.

Marrinawi Cove

The NSW Government has opened a new enclosure for bathers and swimmers at Marrinawi Cove, at the northern end of Barangaroo Reserve, as a way to revive swimming in Sydney’s famous harbour waters.

Barangaroo South

Barangaroo South, a dynamic commercial, retail and residential precinct, evolved from a former gasworks site.

Pier Pavilion

A new iconic landmark has landed in Barangaroo South. This Barangaroo event and public space features a rooftop garden and a waterfront location.

Hickson Park

Hickson Park is a public greenspace planted with trees and lush natives. One of the best spots in Sydney for a picnic, a quick work lunch or a little time in the sun. Find out more about how it was built.

A 21st century transformation

Barangaroo is brought to life through a commitment to sustainability, public spaces, art and culture, design excellence and partnerships.

Art and culture

Barangaroo events, public art and cultural activations celebrate innovative works, historical significance and First Nations culture.

Design excellence

Established and emerging architects, landscape specialists, world-class construction companies and prestigious design competitions drive a philosophy of design excellence.

Partnerships

Barangaroo is only possible through partnerships with development partners.

Public spaces

At least 50% of Barangaroo is public open space that everyone can access.

Sustainability

Barangaroo is built to be sustainable today and for the future. It is carbon neutral and water wise, with zero waste emissions, and a commitment to community wellbeing.

Community & neighbours

Stay up to date with remediation and construction activity, as well as event updates on the community noticeboard.

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The past meets the present at Barangaroo

We acknowledge Gadigal Country, her lands, sea and sky, we acknowledge her custodians, the Gadigal people, their kin the Wangal, Bidjigal, Cabrogal and Cammeraygal who often visited this Country to connect and share. We offer our respect to their Elders both past and present.