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Manly is a welcoming, bustling, and creative seaside town centre that offers a mix of cultural, tourist, retail and entertainment experiences. As an iconic tourist destination, Manly is an important employment centre and a transport and recreational hub for the Northern Beaches. Manly is also the only designated late-night precinct on the Northern Beaches identified in our Local Strategic Planning Statement, Towards 2040.

Night-time economy includes all commercial activity that takes place between 6pm and 6am. This incorporates a broad range of activities including entertainment, retail, hospitality, transport, and accommodation services. The night-time economy plays a vital role in making Manly a vibrant, safe and prosperous place.

infographic demonstrating total spend in Manly

The draft place plan has been informed by the Manly Night-Time Economy Strategy 2022 (Hill PDA) which identifies a number of principles to support and enhance the economy while balancing the competing needs of all stakeholders in Manly.

Principles for Manly’s Night-Time Economy

  • Foster a thriving and creative Night-Time Economy reflecting local identity

  • Build partnerships and capability for businesses and the community to deliver exciting and unique night-time experiences

  • Encourage a diversity of night-time offerings catering to all demographics

  • Create a Night-Time Economy that leverages and enhances natural beauty and built environment

  • Support safe and accessible places that welcome local, workers and visitors

Read the Manly Night-Time Economy Strategy 2022 (approx. 30mins) or view the snapshot document if you're short on time.

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