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24-Hour Economy NSW place-based initiatives

See the precincts, districts and venues supported by the Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner.

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Key initiatives

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NSW Night Worker Action Plan 2025-2028

Supporting the 1.27 million people who keep NSW running after dark, this plan delivers practical and targeted actions to improve conditions, wellbeing and opportunity for the state’s night-time workforce.

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Regional Night-Time Economy Program

Applications now open: Helping regional business collectives grow their local economies from day into night, this program combines funding and capacity-building support to strengthen local night-time activity. Applications close Thursday 20 November at 2pm (AEDT).

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Neon Marketplace

Connecting businesses, creatives and artists with districts across NSW, this B2B platform brings together the people and ideas shaping the future of the state’s going-out economy.

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Live Performance Venue Program

Helping hospitality venues diversify their offerings, this program supports them to start hosting or scale up live performances across NSW.

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Vibrancy Reforms

Making it easier for venues and communities to come alive after dark, these reforms modernise NSW’s planning, licensing and regulatory systems to support live music, dining, arts and cultural activity across the state.

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Uptown District Acceleration Program

Helping business collectives create vibrant going-out districts, this initiative is made up of two separate programs, an Accelerator and a Grant, to unlock the full potential of their areas.

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Purple Flag

Recognising excellence in going-out areas, this international accreditation program assesses safety, access, amenities and entertainment offerings to promote world-class night-time destinations.

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Data after Dark Quarterly Insights

Looking at spend and mobility data, and changes in the number of night-time businesses, this report provides accessible insights into the state’s evolving night-time economy.

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NEON Forum

This 2-day flagship event brings together domestic and international leaders to explore trends and opportunities shaping NSW’s 24-hour economy.


Our collaborative approach

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24-Hour Economy Strategy

Learn more about our collaborative and coordinated effort between the NSW Government, local councils, industry and communities for a 24-hour economy in NSW.

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Michael Rodrigues, 24-Hour Economy Commissioner

Meet our Commissioner

Learn about Michael Rodrigues, the state’s first 24-Hour Economy Commissioner, and get in touch with the team for event invites and/or speaking requests. 

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24-Hour Economy Advisory Council

The 24-Hour Economy Advisory Council helps the NSW Government implement the 24-Hour Economy Strategy and support the Office's expanded statewide remit.



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