Integrated Urban Living on the Waterfront
On 19th May 2026, DOMA Group unveiled its ambitious masterplan for Newcastle Quay Precinct, aiming to transform the city's waterfront into a landmark destination.
Located in the Honeysuckle Precinct, the development will feature around 1,000 residential apartments, more than 28,000m² of commercial office space, 6,000m² of retail, and a 180-room hotel with state-of-the-art conference and exhibition facilities.
Designed by SJB, the precinct will provide over 11,000m² of open space, including the new Honeysuckle Green and an enhanced Tree of Knowledge Park, fostering a vibrant community atmosphere.
The site is strategically positioned, fronting the Foreshore Promenade and extending across Honeysuckle Drive, making it easily accessible from Newcastle’s major transport hub.
Commitment to Sustainability
Newcastle Quay is designed to achieve Green Star certification, emphasizing sustainable design and active transport. Plans include pedestrian and cycling infrastructure, public art, and connections to key Newcastle landmarks.
Jure Domazet, DOMA Group Managing Director, expressed, "Our vision is to create a precinct that not only delivers high-quality commercial, residential, and cultural spaces, but also defines Newcastle’s waterfront for generations to come."
The project is expected to generate over 4,000 full-time equivalent jobs, boosting local businesses and strengthening Newcastle's economy. Plans include a cultural centre and public art commissions to honour First Nations communities.
Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Paul Scully emphasised the delivery of 1,000 new homes as part of the precinct, highlighting the mixed-use nature of the development.
DOMA's long-term investment in Newcastle amounts to over $1 billion in completed and under-construction residential developments, with an additional $2 billion pipeline, reinforcing their commitment to shaping the city's future.
The precinct will be a hub for culture, commerce, and community, set within a connected waterfront environment supporting an 18-hour day-to-night economy, with dining options ranging from casual to fine dining.
Central to the development is the heritage-listed Wickham School of Arts, which will serve as the civic heart of Newcastle Quay, featuring a landscaped forecourt and active ground-level spaces.
