White Bay Power Station, Rozelle

The White Bay Power Station has undergone a Review of Environmental Factors (REF) to enable its activation for a diverse range of events and activities. These include arts and cultural partnerships, large-scale ticketed events, commercial filming, community gatherings, and private hire functions.

The first major activation was Biennale 2024, a prestigious international contemporary art exhibition.

Facilitating temporary and long-term activation

PDC Consultants was engaged by Placemaking NSW to provide traffic and transport engineering services to support the site’s temporary activation for Biennale 2024 and its more permanent, long-term activation for future use.

Traffic management for Biennale 2024

Our initial task involved preparing a special event Traffic Management Plan for Biennale 2024. This plan assessed the event’s anticipated impacts on traffic and coordinated responses with Government agencies to mitigate disruptions. Key deliverables included:

• Temporary traffic management measures and Traffic Guidance Schemes.
• Design of traffic and parking areas for buses, taxis, and cyclists in the forecourt.
• Extensive collaboration with Government agencies to ensure seamless event execution.

Ongoing activation through a Transport Management and Accessibility Plan (TMAP)

Following the Biennale, PDC Consultants developed a Transport Management and Accessibility Plan (TMAP) for the site’s continued use. This plan introduced a categorisation system to classify future events, enabling their assessment against predefined criteria. This approach ensures efficient planning and transport solutions tailored to the specific demands of each activation.

Shaping the future of a historic landmark

Through careful planning and innovative transport solutions, our work supports the revitalisation of the White Bay Power Station, transforming it into a dynamic, multi-use destination while preserving its historical significance.