Positioned within one of Australia’s most tightly held and recognisable harbourfront precincts, the property offers a unique combination of scale, flexibility, and long-term upside, appealing to both investors and established hospitality operators.
The asset benefits from a high-value Development Approval permitting a premium restaurant and event venue with a capacity of up to 175 patrons. Importantly, the property also holds approved trial trading hours until midnight, seven days a week - an increasingly rare advantage within Sydney’s regulatory environment.
Samuel Hadgelias, Managing Director of RWC (SC), said the opportunity stands out due to its operational flexibility and positioning within a globally recognised destination.
“Opportunities of this scale and flexibility within the Finger Wharf precinct are exceptionally limited. The combination of waterfront exposure, approved capacity, and extended trading hours creates a highly versatile asset suited to both established operators and strategic investors.”
The property is located within a vibrant waterfront precinct characterised by a curated mix of premium dining venues, luxury accommodation, and a high-net-worth residential catchment, driving consistent foot traffic and destination appeal.
Originally constructed between 1911 and 1915, the Finger Wharf remains one of the world’s longest timber-piled wharves and a landmark of Sydney’s maritime and cultural history.
William Gathercole, Managing Director of RWC Industrial City South, noted that the asset’s versatility supports multiple operational strategies.
“The property’s approved use as a restaurant and event venue allows for diversified revenue streams, positioning it strongly within Sydney’s evolving hospitality landscape, where experiential and destination venues continue to outperform.”
Market confidence in the Woolloomooloo retail strip remains strong, highlighted by the 2023 sale of neighbouring Shop 2 for $10,125,000, reinforcing the precincts tightly held nature and continued investor demand.
The property is being offered by RWC Industrial City South in conjunction with RWC Sydney City and will be auctioned on Tuesday, 5 May 2026.
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