The long-delayed Sydney Fish Market (SFM) is set to open on Monday in Blackwattle Bay, six years behind schedule and over $600 million over budget, attracting up to six million visitors annually.
About 30 retailers will launch initially, with more following in coming weeks.
Master Fish Merchants’ Association president Kerry Strangas highlighted logistical challenges for traders, particularly moving perishable seafood across the new four-storey market with five goods lifts.
“We’ve got an outdoor loading dock for the bigger trucks because some of the longer and higher trucks can’t fit downstairs,” he said.
SFM said it is working closely with stakeholders and the NSW government to address early operational issues, noting the new site features temperature-controlled loading docks and trading floors to preserve product quality.
While the market opens next week, a $30 million ferry wharf and service will not be ready until 2027. In the interim, Transport for NSW will provide extra metro and light rail services, adding 150 weekly trips to the L1 Dulwich Hill Line.
Local rowing clubs in Blackwattle Bay have raised concerns about potential future ferry traffic disrupting activities but remain open to collaboration as the area adjusts to increased public access.
Source: ABC.
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