On the 19th of January Sydney opened its doors to what is undoubtedly the best fish market in the world, Sydney Fish Market

This new Sydney landmark rising straight out of our harbor showcases world-class Australian seafood that gives locals and visitors another must-see attraction in our city.

The Sydney Fish Market is set to attract more than six million local and international visitors each year, doubling the previous markets visitors. The new market is a magnet for tourism, jobs and spending, providing a powerful boost to our economy.

For years to come the market will support more than 1000 mostly small family businesses that make up our commercial seafood industry.

This globally recognised architectural marvel combines world leading engineering with state-of-the-art technology to bring together a fully operational wholesale fish market.

It is a space where retail, dining education and public space all come together under one spectacular fish scale inspired roof.

Everyone can now enjoy double the retail space of the old market, with the upgraded new building boasting 40 food and retail operators, from casual takeaway to premium waterfront restaurants.

The new Sydney fish marker also includes modern facilities for wholesalers including ice-making systems capable of produce more than 50,000 kilograms of ice daily, live crustacean tanks and a brand-new auction room that is visible to the public.

In addition to the building, the precinct features 6,000 square metres of public domain including a water play art feature, creative installations and a waterfront promenade that completes the 15-kilometre relaxing foreshore walk from Rozelle Bay to Woolloomooloo.

This will all be boosted by additional light rail services with more public transport options to follow, including a new ferry wharf, upgrades to Wentworth Park light rail and the upcoming metro at Pyrmont.

My Government has also partnered with Mirvac to revitalise the old fish market site at Blackwattle bay, where 1,400 new homes will be built along with 2.6 hectares of public space.

With a unique mix of wholesalers, retail and dining all housed in a state-of-the-art building, the new Sydney Fish Market is a landmark and world leading destination that you simply can't miss.

I encourage everyone to visit Sydney's newest iconic attraction and support local businesses while dining on the best seafood Australia has to offer.

The opening of the Sydney fish market is a significant step towards bringing Sydney back into a lively, fun and vibrant city after 12 years of Liberal neglect.