Commuters invited to share thoughts on Sydney Central Station revamp

Sydney’s most popular commuting hub is set for rejuvenation that will aim to have the station seen equally with some of the greatest stations in the world.

Minister for Transport and Infrastructure Andrew Constance revealed that the start of planning will begin immediately to breathe new life into the 110 year old station.

Mr Constance spoke highly of his ambitions for Central Station.

“Central is the key gateway to Sydney and we want to unlock its potential”

“NSW deserves a premier station that everyone can be proud of, one that’s not just a place to pass through but a destination itself.” He said.

Currently, over 270,000 commuters use the station each day. With population levels rising and strong economic and urban growth, it is expected that this figure could rise up to 450,000 within the next 20 years.

The Minister believes that the Central Station has large rooms for improvement.

“It’s pretty clear when you compare it to the grand stations of the world, Central is falling short of what it could be offering customers and visitors to Sydney at the moment.”

“Customers tell us they want more retail and to be able to move around the station more easily, which will become even more important as Central grows as an interchange point.

“I want the station’s revitalisation to be about innovation, to accommodate the changing face of transport and new technology in this city, but in a way that respects and preserves Central’s heritage.”

To begin planning, public feedback will be sought for ideas that will revamp the interior and exterior areas of the station. Commuters are invited to share their thoughts at the following link: yoursay.transport.nsw.gov.au/centralstation .

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