Precincts overview

Fishermans Bend is Australia’s largest urban renewal project, covering approximately 485 hectares in the heart of Melbourne and connecting the CBD to the bay. By 2050, Fishermans Bend is expected to be home to approximately 80,000 residents and provide employment for up to 80,000 people.

Fishermans Bend is made up of five distinct precincts across two municipalities (the City of Melbourne and the City of Port Phillip), each with their own features and character.

  • Lorimer: a vibrant, mixed-use precinct close to the Yarra River and connected to Melbourne’s CBD, Docklands and emerging renewal areas
  • Montague: a diverse and well-connected mixed-used precinct celebrating its significant cultural and built heritage, and network of gritty streets and laneways
  • Wirraway: a family friendly inner city neighbourhood close to the bay and Westgate Park
  • Sandridge: one of Melbourne’s premium office and commercial centres, balanced with diverse housing and retail
  • Fishermans Bend Employment and Innovation Area (formerly Employment Precinct): Australia’s leading design, engineering and advanced manufacturing precinct, including the Fishermans Bend Innovation Precinct at the former General Motors Holden site.

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