Marsden Park, Riverstone, Seven Hills: Blacktown suburbs set to undergo revamp
As Blacktown’s population tipped to exceed Tasmania’s in a decade’s time, grand plans are in motion to transform three suburbs into thriving and dynamic hubs. See the plans now.
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Three western Sydney suburbs are set to transform into thriving hubs, combining the best of business and leisure, with innovative 20 year plans in motion.
The suburbs of Seven Hills, Riverstone and Marsden Park in the Blacktown area have master plans in motion to reinvigorate and provide a much needed face lift to their town centres.
The suburbs could soon welcome new retail and entertainment hubs, state of the art libraries and aquatic centres as well as a contemporary streetscape.
The Blacktown council area is home to 400,000 residents with one in 68 Australians calling the area home.
Data from the Urban Development Institute of Australia, an industry association, projected the Blacktown LGA to grow from 411,000 in 2021 to more than 600,000 in 2041.
Steve Mann, CEO of Urban Development Institute of Australia, NSW called on the state government to deliver more infrastructure as the population is set to boom.
“The Blacktown LGA will need up to 12,000 dwellings by 2026 to cater for that future growth,” he said.
“If we want to deliver the great places we are planning for western Sydney and Blacktown, the NSW Government needs to get much better at co-ordinating infrastructure and housing supply. Too often, critical housing is held back because of a lack of enabling infrastructure such as roads, water and sewers.
“Delays in enabling infrastructure puts pressure on development, which means that when people do move in, they don’t have the social infrastructure such as schools and health facilities that new communities require.”
Blacktown mayor Tony Bleasdale said these plans were vital to prepare for the future growth of the area.
“In 10 years our population will exceed that of Tasmania and our annual regional economic activity will exceed $26 billion,” he said.
“In embracing this growth, as our contribution to Sydney’s housing needs, we will in particular protect and enhance our local environment and meet the changing needs of our existing community.”
Riverstone Town Centre
Blacktown Council says its goal for the Riverstone Town Centre is for “a vibrant, sustainable centre with opportunities for the community”.
The precinct is set to benefit from housing and employment growth across northwest Sydney with 9000 people expected to call the area home across the next two decades.
The plans would see the construction of an overpass across existing rail lines and high rise buildings will be encouraged.
Riverstone Town Centre could feature:
– New retail, commercial and entertainment activities along Market Street
– Mixed use and higher density living
– New or expanded community facilities such as the library and aquatic centre
– New Civic Space/Village Green on Market Street
– Supporting utility services with sufficient capacity for growth
– A safe, attractive and sustainable public domain.
Marsden Park Town Centre
Blacktown City Council is planning a new master plan and development for Marsden Park Town Centre.
Council says the Marsden Park Town Centre will provide employment opportunities, diverse housing types and community infrastructure next to a rail line which will ultimately connect to St Marys and the Western Sydney Airport.
The council is advocating for the state government to fast track the metro extension from Tullawong to Marsden Park and improve bus services as well as walking and cycling links.
The master plan is set to be placed on exhibition in coming months.
Seven Hills Town Centre
Blacktown Council is working with the community to structure a master plan for the Seven Hills Town Centre to manage the areas future growth and development.
The plan is expected to deliver infrastructure upgrades and boost employment opportunities.
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