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Local Restaurant Guide – 2067

We’ve combed Chatswood and Chatswood West for the best reviewed restaurants in the area where people waxed lyrical about their dining experience and what they love most about it. Here’s our list!

1. Myung Jang Chatswood

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4.8 Google Rating

District Dining, Shop 79A, Level 3/436 Victoria Ave, Chatswood NSW 2067

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Ca T
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I had such a great experience at Myung Jang in Chatswood! From the moment we walked in, the staff were welcoming and attentive, making us feel right at home. The Korean BBQ was absolutely delicious — the meats were tender, perfectly marinated, and grilling them right at our table was so much fun. I especially loved the variety of banchan (side dishes) that came with our meal; each one was fresh and packed with flavor. The atmosphere was cozy and lively, perfect for catching up with friends or family. It’s definitely become one of my go-to spots for Korean food in Chatswood.

Maria T
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I’ve been to this restaurant on multiple occasions, and each time has been better than the last. From the friendly service to the fabulous array of side dishes, Myung Jang is the go to place for your K-BBQ fix.

Teddy T
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Great location, close to the station!

2. Smoque Brasserie Chatswood

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4.6 Google Rating

Shop 5/409 Victoria Ave, Chatswood NSW 2067

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Flora C
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We came here for dinner and loved the gentle lighting, it felt like a quiet bistro on Paris street. The vibe was relaxed with people chatting and enjoying their evening. It instantly put you at ease. We tried the bread basket, French escargots, duck confit and their signature short ribs. Everything was well done, but really the cozy atmosphere make the night special.

David
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This is a fantastic spot! Their dishes are always cooked to perfection. Great atmosphere and friendly service too. Highly recommend!

姜朦怡
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The environment is really beautiful, the boss even put flowers on each table, it really feels like a French town restaurant! The bread basket before the meal is delicious, the beef ribs are really special and paired with red wine is really amazing!
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3. Bistro Kai

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4.5 Google Rating

Victoria Ave, Chatswood NSW 2067

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Edie C
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Lovely and cozy dining experience. We came for an early dinner and by the time we left, the place was absolutely buzzing! Out of the meals we ordered, we would definitely come back for the mushroom risotto, sourdough with soy butter, and the fried brussel sprouts. All the dishes were so flavourful! We also tried the wagyu cheeseburger and the fries with nori seasoning which were also good. For drinks, I had the rose oolong soda which was fragrant and refreshing.

Gerilyn X
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Chanced upon this restaurant and was so happy with it! The coffee, food and service are amazing!
We were even allowed to bring our puppy in 🐶
We had cold brew/ latte/ fries/ risotto and spanner crab pasta. Everything was a 10 for us!
Highly recommend and all staff were so nice and friendly.

Shelly
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Yum yum yum!! I’ve been to Bistro Kai twice now and each time the food has been exceptional. I’ve pretty much had most of the menu – from the perfectly seasoned seaweed fries to the prawn pasta, miso risotto and beef and chicken Maryland- all of the dishes are bursting with flavor. When we first visited the manager was also kind enough to offer a taste of his off menu ice cream which was delicious. Can’t wait to go back

4. Amah by Ho Jiak

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4.5 Google Rating

Chatswood Interchange Level 3 K1 & K2, 436 Victoria Ave, Chatswood NSW 2067

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Hao W
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Very nice food here. We had BBQ set with friends and it taste Super delicious. The roast duck is my favorite. Can’t Wait to come back again. Also Staff are super friendly.

Richard C
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Amah located at Chatswood interchange podium level. It’s open kitchen at the center and a lounge bar at the main entrance. The dining area is spacious and no problem for wheelchair users.
It provides a QR to download a menu in PDF and printed food and drinks menu.
We popped up there to have a family dinner for 6 adults, 2 kids and 1 infant on Sunday night. Out of our order, I’d like to recommend Fish balls soup, Dry wonton + Cha Siu noodles, curry chicken roti set, hot black sticky rice with coconut milk & Pistachio Expresso Affogato.
However, too salty for Salted duck egg prawn toast, Kangkung Belachan and Chicken Laksa.
It’s convenient to park in Westfield then take a short walk to there.

Grace L
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Took my family there for dinner. Had Chilli lobster. It was so yummy. The BBQ wrap was a surprise. Had 3 different kinds of meat with the wrap. It was amazing. Dessert was great too. Had a lovely night.

5. The Yook Chatswood

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4.7 Google Rating

Chatswood Place, 260 Victoria Ave, Chatswood NSW 2067

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The food was really good, the quality of the meat was amazing!!
Service was also wonderful!!
Def would like to visit again!

Michael L
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Our family favorites Korean restaurant. Quality of the meat served here is top notch, great atmosphere and friendly staff. Manager here really looks after us. Highly recommended!

Zhang N
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This is one of my favorites Korean bbq in Sydney!!! I would strongly recommend!!! The wagyu beef are so fresh also the chilli!!! Me and my husband had our dinner here twice in last week!! The soup are also very delicious. I would recommend to my friends as well! Also the side dish – potatoes yum yum❤️

Chatswood Mall Market Fees Finalised as Council Adopts New Rates

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Willoughby City officials have confirmed new uniform stallholder fees for Chatswood Mall Market after reconsidering an earlier proposal that had drawn community concern.

Authorities Set Stallholder Fees for Chatswood Mall Market

Willoughby City officials have resolved to adopt a uniform fee structure for stallholders at Chatswood Mall Market for the 2025/26 financial year. The decision was made during a council meeting on 23 June 2025.

The newly approved fees replace a previously proposed premium fee model that would have charged $592 for freshly cooked onsite food retailers and $224 for non-food and prepacked food retailers. Instead, authorities endorsed uniform fees of $426 for freshly cooked onsite food retailers and $161 for non-food and prepacked food retailers.

Background To The Decision

The initial proposal for premium stall fees led to significant feedback from stallholders. Concerns raised included issues of fairness, consultation, transparency, infrastructure, and the market’s future direction.

In response, local representatives engaged directly with stallholders through meetings, written submissions, and during the Open and Public Forum. City officials also undertook site visits to gain a clearer understanding of the matters raised.

Council’s Engagement With The Chatswood Community

Council has confirmed its commitment to ongoing engagement with current stallholders, those on the waitlist, and nearby businesses potentially impacted by the market’s operations. Future changes, such as adjustments to stallholder locations or the introduction of new stalls in front of existing shops, will involve further consultation.

The adopted fee structure aims to support the long-term sustainability of the Chatswood Mall Market while balancing fairness and operational needs for traders and the wider community.

stallholder fees — *Photo Credit: Chatswood Mall Market/Facebook*

Next Steps

Council has expressed appreciation for all stallholders and community members who contributed to the consultation process. The organisation has stated it will continue to work collaboratively to ensure the market remains beneficial to all stakeholders.

Published 28-June-2025

From Merchant Navy to Masterpieces: Chatswood Resident Discovers Painting at 91

At an age when most people are winding down, 91-year-old Chatswood resident David Cutlan is just getting started—with a paintbrush in hand and a newfound passion lighting up his days.

David took up painting in February this year after his carer, Megan, gently suggested it might be a fun hobby. “I thought, that sounds like a good idea,” he wrote. “So I bought a few cheap acrylic paints and a couple of blank A4 art books. I took to it like a duck to water.”

In just a few months, what began as a quiet experiment has blossomed into something much more. David has now completed over 20 paintings—landscapes, abstracts, and scenes drawn from memory, photos, and travels—and is preparing for his first public exhibition at the Dougherty Community Centre this October.

“It’s all still quite new,” he says, “but the feedback has been wonderful. I’ve had people respond so positively to my work—on Facebook, in the building here, and from family and friends. It’s been a lovely surprise.”

Chatswood community art exhibition — *Caption: Mr David Cutlan and his carer, Megan*.
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A Life Well Travelled

Born in Ilford in the UK, David’s early years were shaped by war and music. “I was evacuated three times to avoid the bombings,” he said. “But my main love as a boy was singing—I sang in choirs and musical festivals until I was 16.”

At 16 and a half, he joined the Merchant Navy and sailed across the world, eventually settling in Tasmania in 1953. He married in 1955, raised six children, and worked in department store retail for over two decades, eventually becoming a store manager. When the company was taken over and he was retrenched, he turned to sales before retiring in the late 1990s.

A restorative trip to the UK in 1998, after 45 years away, helped lift a long period of depression. “My depression left me after a lengthy stay visiting my sibling, aunt and uncle and seeing the England I’d never seen in my early years.”

For the past 26 years, David has lived at Dougherty Apartments in Chatswood—a place he now considers home. It’s also where his artistic journey began.

Brushstrokes of Memory

David paints primarily from photographs he has taken over the years—scenes of Tasmanian bushwalks, fly-fishing spots, English countryside lanes, and places rich with memory.

“I just love seeing the scene evolving as I work,” he said. “I’ve always enjoyed photography… so it has been from saved photos that I’ve chosen most of my paintings.”

He began with humble materials, $2-shop paints and brushes, plus a few supplies from his daughter; but soon upgraded to better-quality acrylics and canvas boards. “If you want to create something worthwhile, the tools do make a difference,” he noted. “As I sought to create realistic works, I realised I needed better quality paints, brushes and good canvas boards.”

“I paint because I enjoy it. There’s no pressure. The only problem is I get so absorbed, my coffee goes cold.”

More Than a Hobby

Painting, he said, has “added a wonderful recent activity to my daily life” and offered a fresh rhythm and joy. “To me, aging is a natural process of living. It does not worry me at all. I am blessed to still have my faculties intact to enjoy this wonderful pastime.”

Asked what advice he would give to other seniors hesitant to try something new, David is encouraging: “Just give it a go. Have no expectations. Just have fun and the result will surprise you.”

Reflecting on how this creative chapter fits into his broader life story, he wrote, “I guess we all have hidden talents. It just needs someone to light the spark. And you never know where it will lead. Thanks to my wonderful Megan for lighting mine.”

An Exhibition of Discovery

The idea of a public exhibition came from a casual conversation with the receptionist at Dougherty Apartments. “She said, ‘Why not ask the community centre next door?’ So I did, and they were really enthusiastic,” David shared. “I’ll exhibit all my work so that the public can see the progression from beginning to the present.”

Several of the paintings, he added, hold special meaning: “Subjects are of places that hold fond memories—my favourite fly-fishing spot, bushwalking in Tasmania, and reminders of my visit to the UK.”

David’s Paintings

David’s paintings can be previewed on his Facebook page:

Senior artist displays art — *“King of the Jungle”*
*Photo Credit: Facebook/David Cutlan*

Dougherty Community Centre — “English Country Lane, Derbyshire”
Photo Credit: Facebook/David Cutlan

“Japanese Red Cedar, Trelissick Gardens”
Photo Credit: Facebook/David Cutlan

“Derwent River, Tasmania”
Photo Credit: Facebook/David Cutlan

The paintings will be displayed during an exhibition at the Dougherty Community Centre in Chatswood in October this year. Specific details to follow.

This October, when visitors walk through the gallery space at the Dougherty Community Centre to see David’s paintings, they will not just be seeing landscapes or brushstrokes on canvas; they’ll be witnessing a story of rediscovery, late-blooming joy, and the enduring power of saying “yes” to something new.

For those interested in David’s art, he can be contacted at davidsart@davidcutlan.com

Published 17-June-2025

Emma Memma’s Dance Island Party Coming to Chatswood

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Emma Memma, recipient of an ARIA Award, is set to perform her latest live show Dance Island Party in Chatswood this October as part of her tour across Australia.

Chatswood Performance Confirmed

Chatswood has been announced as one of the stops for Emma Memma’s 2025 Dance Island Party tour. The show will be staged at The Concourse on Wednesday, 8 October, with sessions scheduled for 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. The event is open to all ages, with free admission for children aged 12 months and under if seated on a guardian’s lap.

Background on the Performer

After leaving The Wiggles in 2021, Emma Watkins began her individual career in children’s entertainment under the name Emma Memma. Since then, she has focused on combining music, dance, and Auslan as part of her academic and professional work, including PhD research at Macquarie University. Her approach emphasises inclusive children’s entertainment.

Tour and Album Connection

The Chatswood event forms part of Emma Memma’s broader Dance Island Party tour, which supports the release of her new album of the same name. Launched in March 2025, the album contains 11 preschool-focused tracks featuring tropical beats, dance-pop rhythms, and themes of play and movement. Notable titles include “Beach Trolley,” “Jellyfish Blob,” and “Crocodile Snap.”

Emma Memma Chatswood concert flyer — *Photo Credit: Supplied*

Accessibility and Format

Each performance will run for 45 minutes and include both Auslan and English. An Auslan interpreter will be present on stage, and both Emma and co-performer Elvin Melvin will incorporate sign language throughout. Those requiring a clear view of the Auslan interpreter are advised to contact the organisers ahead of the show. Additional accessibility support is available through the official contact channels.

Emma Memma Chatswood stage setup — *Photo Credit: Supplied*

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Booking and Ticketing

Tickets for the Chatswood shows can be booked through authorised sellers including Live Nation. Families are advised to plan early due to strong demand observed for other locations on the tour, including sold-out or extended dates in Perth, Mt Gambier, Warrnambool, and Hobart.

Published 24-May-2025

Chatswood High Exceeds 2000 Enrolments Following Campus Upgrade

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Chatswood High School has surpassed 2000 students for the first time, following a recent multimillion-dollar upgrade that has significantly increased enrolments.

Rapid Growth at Chatswood High

Chatswood High School’s enrolment has reached 2106 students this year, ranking it as the second most populous public school in New South Wales. The enrolment increase places the school 240 students above its designated cap, which is based on the capacity of its permanent infrastructure.

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Background: Infrastructure and Capacity Planning

A significant campus upgrade at Chatswood High was finalised in late 2023, forming part of a $250 million combined investment with Chatswood Public School. This upgrade was intended to accommodate growing demand from families choosing public education options in the area. The state government reported that ten north shore schools have been upgraded in the past decade, adding room for 6700 additional students.

Changing Enrolment Patterns Across NSW

Chatswood is among a small number of public schools in established suburbs where enrolment is rising. The Ponds High and Cherrybrook Technology High have also surpassed 2000 enrolled students this year, while more than 100 public schools statewide are operating at 50 per cent capacity or less.

Many of these are located in inner and eastern Sydney, where rising property prices and increased uptake of private education have reduced public school enrolments. In areas such as Bondi Beach, Paddington and Coogee, some primary schools have lost more than 250 students over the past five years.

Facilities Strain and Policy Response

Enrolment caps, introduced in 2019, were designed to reflect the capacity of permanent school buildings and discourage over-enrolment by directing students to schools with available space. Despite these measures, Chatswood High has continued to attract students due to its academic performance, creative arts programs, and sporting opportunities.

Transport access via the Metro and ongoing residential development in the north shore have further contributed to increased enrolments.

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New Schools Deferred Despite Growth

Proposals to build new schools in Chatswood and St Leonards were recently withdrawn, after the NSW Department of Education assessed no immediate requirement. In nearby areas, however, some schools are experiencing enrolment reductions.

Cammeraygal High in Crows Nest has experienced a reduction in its enrolment limit, with schools like Pittwater High and Granville South Creative and Performing Arts High also reporting a drop in student numbers.

Community Perspective

The school’s parent association has noted that the combination of strong academic outcomes and upgraded facilities has made Chatswood High an attractive option for families moving into the area. The catchment area and available infrastructure have become key considerations for both parents and school planners.

Looking Ahead

While the NSW government is currently focusing on classroom expansion in outer metropolitan growth areas like the north-west and south-west, where most enrolment growth is occurring, it has acknowledged ongoing monitoring of demand in lower north shore areas, including Chatswood.

Published 22-May-2025

Flybee Tiramisu Draws Crowds at Chatswood Market, Sells Out Within an Hour

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Flybee Tiramisu is turning heads and tempting tastebuds at the Chatswood Mall Market, where its handmade slices are disappearing faster than they’re served. The dessert stall has become so popular that locals are queuing well before opening just to get a piece, often finding the tiramisu sold out within 60 minutes.

A Thursday Ritual for Dessert Lovers

Each Thursday, Flybee sets up at Chatswood Mall Market with two serving times, 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. Locals start lining up 30 minutes early, and the queue often snakes down the walkway before the first slice is served. With limited stock and high demand, it’s become a weekly favourite, driven by social media buzz and word of mouth.

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Flybee’s appeal lies in its lighter, less sugary tiramisu, indulgent without being heavy. Classic slices sell for around $9.90, alongside matcha and a premium durian flavour at $18.80. Despite its strong taste, durian is often the first to go.

What Sets It Apart

Unlike the richer tiramisus found in Italian cafés, Flybee’s version is light and mousse-like, designed to satisfy without the post-dessert slump. Customers say the texture is the standout whipped smooth with a clean finish.

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There’s also a choice between a classic coffee liqueur version and a non-alcoholic option, popular with younger buyers and families. For something different, the matcha flavour adds a subtle, balanced bitterness.

Chatswood Locals Keep Coming Back

Flybee has become more than a dessert stall, it’s now part of Chatswood’s Thursday routine. The market, already a local hub for lunch and catch-ups, has seen a lift in energy since Flybee arrived.

Nearby vendors say foot traffic has grown, with people grabbing drinks or snacks while they wait. For many, it’s not just about the tiramisu, it’s the shared experience that keeps them coming back.

Plan Ahead if You Want a Slice

With only two serving times and limited supply, Flybee isn’t a stall you can casually stroll past and hope to grab dessert on a whim. Locals are learning to plan their visit. Regulars now know to arrive before the official start time, especially for the late session after work.

Flybee hasn’t hinted at expanding its market presence or increasing stock, which only adds to the demand. For now, it’s a once-a-week event, and for those lucky enough to get in early, a sweet one at that.

Published 1-May-2025

Chatswood’s Musical SWING Returns to The Concourse for Community Fun

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The heart of Chatswood is once again alive with music and movement, as a popular interactive swing set has returned to The Concourse, inviting locals to create melodies together through a simple, joyful swing.

A Bigger, Brighter Experience for Chatswood

The SWING installation is back at The Concourse’s Lower Podium Green, offering a giant, free and fun experience for everyone. First seen in Chatswood in 2022, SWING quickly became a favourite, blending play with live music as each swing triggers notes that build into a shared community melody.

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Created by Montreal studio Daily tous les jours, SWING supports Willoughby City Council’s push to activate public spaces through art, music and play. It forms part of Chatswood Culture Bites, the Council’s program bringing music, theatre, comedy and more to the CBD.

Open Access for All Abilities

Starting Friday 25 April, SWING is open during set times across the week, with no bookings required. Sessions run:

Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Sundays from 11am to 2pm, then 3pm to 6pm.
Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 12.30pm to 3.30pm, 4.30pm to 7pm, and 7.30pm to 10.30pm.

SWING is wheelchair accessible with dedicated sessions for access groups. Seats hold up to 140 kilograms and the wheelchair platform up to 400 kilograms. Riders must be at least nine years old and 120 centimetres tall.

*Photo Credit: Sarah Walker/Visit Chatswood*

Late-night sessions pair the swing experience with Chatswood’s live comedy and vibrant night-time atmosphere, enhanced by a specially curated soundtrack.

Safety First: What You Need to Know

While SWING is designed for fun, safety rules apply. Riders should stay seated and those with heart conditions, injuries, recent surgeries or motion sickness are advised not to participate.

The Council has made it clear that these precautions ensure everyone can enjoy the experience safely, while reinforcing the community spirit that projects like SWING are designed to foster.

Chatswood’s Urban Spaces Come Alive

The return of SWING reflects Chatswood’s growing reputation as a vibrant urban centre where shopping, dining and culture blend. Through installations like SWING, Willoughby City Council continues to offer locals and visitors more reasons to stay, play and connect within the CBD.

By creating public spaces that are lively, inclusive and creative, Chatswood is leading the way in turning everyday city life into a fun, shared experience for everyone.

Published 28-April-2025

Coronation Property Group Begins Chatswood Apartment Development

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Coronation Property Group has commenced construction on a $250-million mixed-use residential and commercial development in Chatswood, marking the developer’s first project on Sydney’s North Shore.

First Step into North Shore Market

Coronation Property Group has officially broken ground at 57–61 Archer Street. This marks the beginning of works on a 32-storey mixed-use development. The project is Coronation’s first move into Sydney’s North Shore market, aiming to create a vibrant residential community near major retail centres, schools, health services, and transportation hubs.

The project has been recognised as a State Significant Development by the NSW Government’s Housing Delivery Authority.

Project Overview: Key Features and Design

Designed by global architecture firm Woods Bagot, the development will deliver over 150 one, two, and three-bedroom apartments, along with an exclusive collection of penthouses.

The ground level will incorporate 2,500 square metres of retail and commercial space, complemented by a restored heritage building repurposed for fine dining, wellness facilities, and communal landscaped open spaces for residents.

Coronation Property development — *Photo Credit: Coronation Property*

Residents will have access to expansive views over Sydney’s CBD skyline and harbour, with apartments featuring generous balconies, built-in storage, and adaptable media spaces.

Building with Chatswood Character

Drawing inspiration from the endemic Sydney Blue Gum high forest, the project has been designed to blend into its surrounds. It will include ground-level retail tenancies and commercial wellness spaces on levels one and two. The adjacent landscaped courtyard will offer additional communal spaces for residents.

The heritage building will be restored and incorporated as part of the fine dining precinct, reinforcing the development’s integration with the character of Chatswood’s existing conservation areas.

Job Creation and Construction Timeline

Up to 400 jobs are expected to be created over the course of the project’s life cycle. The development is projected for completion in the first quarter of 2027, contingent on final State Significant Development planning approvals.

A New Residential Community in Chatswood

The project at Archer Street is positioned to offer premium housing options close to essential amenities. Coronation Property Group plans to continue delivering developments across Sydney, focusing on well-connected, activated areas such as Chatswood.

Published 26-Apr-2025

Chatswood Chase Plan to Cut Free Parking Sparks Retailer Opposition

Retailers at Chatswood Chase are fighting back against plans by the shopping centre’s operator to cut free parking from three hours to two and bring in new fees, raising concerns the move will harm businesses at the Chatswood complex.

Parking Changes Proposed

Vicinity Centres, the company operating Chatswood Chase, intends to reduce the complimentary parking period for customers. Under the proposal, shoppers would face new charges if staying longer than two hours.

A fee of $3 would apply for visits lasting between two and two-and-a-half hours, increasing to $5 for stays between two-and-a-half and three hours. These changes are expected to be introduced in April next year, coinciding with the launch of a new ticketless parking system at the centre.

Traders Fear Customer Loss

A group of businesses within the centre has strongly opposed the parking shake-up. Shopkeepers are worried the changes could push customers towards competing shopping centres nearby, such as Westfield Chatswood, which is only 200 metres away and continues to offer three hours of free parking.

Other major centres on the north shore, including Hornsby Westfield, Top Ryde, and the Macquarie Centre, also provide three hours free. Inder Preet, who runs the Preet Indian restaurant, stated that two hours is often not enough time for people to park, shop, and then eat or do other things. He expressed concern that customers facing parking fees might choose to leave the centre or go elsewhere. Owners of other businesses, like the Nextra Newsagency, worry about the potential negative effect on traders already dealing with rising operational costs.

Council Expresses Concern

Willoughby Council has also raised concerns regarding the proposed parking fees. The council indicated that the changes could increase traffic congestion on streets surrounding the shopping centre and potentially cause longer vehicle queues, especially during busy shopping times. Council’s deputy mayor, Angelo Rozos, described the plan as a “cash grab” and expressed disappointment, suggesting it was not the right way to treat paying customers.

Operator Defends Decision

Vicinity Centres explained that the changes aim to increase the turnover of parking spaces, ensure genuine shoppers can find spots more easily, and discourage non-centre visitors from occupying bays. The operator suggested the move could encourage customers to shorten their visits or use alternative transport like walking, cycling, or public transport.

It is understood the company is also considering a rewards program that might grant Willoughby Council residents three hours of free parking if they enter via the Archer St car park entrance. Chatswood Chase centre manager Eddie Paynter stated the parking changes reflect the company’s vision to transform the centre into a modern destination and are intended to harmonise parking policies with the surrounding area, ultimately enhancing the shopping experience and supporting retailers.

The parking changes are part of a larger redevelopment currently underway at the centre. Upon completion, the project is expected to add 84 parking spaces, bringing the total to 2349.

Published Date 17-April-2025

Chatswood Substation Site Listed as ‘Prime’ Land, Drawing Community Attention

A slice of land in Chatswood housing a decommissioned electricity substation is hitting the market as “prime” development real estate — despite its history as a live electrical site and its modest 170 square metre footprint.

Auction Set for May

Located at 123 Victoria Avenue, the former Ausgrid site is now being offered for auction through Belle Property Lane Cove, with the sale scheduled for 6 p.m. on Wednesday, May 7. The block is zoned E1 Local Centre, meaning it can support a variety of commercial or mixed-use projects.

The Chatswood listing is part of a wider sell-off of surplus assets by electricity distributor Ausgrid, which includes similar sites across Lane Cove West, Hunters Hill, and Longueville.

The company is clearing unused or decommissioned substations from its books and placing them on the open market, often with conditions that allow Ausgrid continued maintenance access via easements.

From Substation to Sale

The Chatswood site no longer carries live power but still has a brick structure, and any redevelopment will need council approval.

Its location on busy Victoria Avenue has drawn strong interest. Similar sites, like one in Woolwich in 2024, required rezoning before development, something not yet applied for in Chatswood, though agents say buyer interest is high.

Local Concerns and Considerations

Some nearby residents have raised safety concerns about redeveloping old substation sites, but local property owners keen to expand have shown the most interest, according to Belle Property.

This Chatswood listing joins previous Ausgrid sales in Wahroonga and Zetland in recent years, forming a pattern of utilities divesting old infrastructure in areas where land is scarce and property values remain high.

Published 16-April-2025

1. Myung Jang Chatswood

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2. Smoque Brasserie Chatswood

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3. Bistro Kai

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4. Amah by Ho Jiak

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5. The Yook Chatswood

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Authorities Set Stallholder Fees for Chatswood Mall Market

Background To The Decision

Council’s Engagement With The Chatswood Community

Next Steps

A Life Well Travelled

Brushstrokes of Memory

More Than a Hobby

An Exhibition of Discovery

David’s Paintings

Chatswood Performance Confirmed

Background on the Performer

Tour and Album Connection

Accessibility and Format

Booking and Ticketing

Rapid Growth at Chatswood High

Background: Infrastructure and Capacity Planning

Changing Enrolment Patterns Across NSW

Facilities Strain and Policy Response

New Schools Deferred Despite Growth

Community Perspective

Looking Ahead

A Thursday Ritual for Dessert Lovers

What Sets It Apart

Chatswood Locals Keep Coming Back

Plan Ahead if You Want a Slice

A Bigger, Brighter Experience for Chatswood

Open Access for All Abilities

Safety First: What You Need to Know

Chatswood’s Urban Spaces Come Alive

First Step into North Shore Market

Project Overview: Key Features and Design

Building with Chatswood Character

Job Creation and Construction Timeline

A New Residential Community in Chatswood

Parking Changes Proposed

Traders Fear Customer Loss

Council Expresses Concern

Operator Defends Decision

Auction Set for May

From Substation to Sale

Local Concerns and Considerations

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