# Sydney unveils 4,500 sq m plaza design after 40 years of planning

Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore revealed the design for a 4,500-square-metre plaza, ending a planning process that has spanned more than four decades. The long-awaited public space is a significant step for the city's urban renewal. The project promises to transform the area with a substantial new civic amenity.

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- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/aug/11/clover-moore-unveils-4500-sq-metre-sydney-plaza-design-after-more-than-40-years-of-planning) — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 04:17:50 GMT