New Sydney Fish Market opens as a world-class seafood destination

As the largest fish market in the Southern Hemisphere, the new precinct reimagines one of Sydney’s iconic institutions as a world-class destination for seafood, dining and community.

Set on Blackwattle Bay and home to 42 retailers and 19 seafood wholesalers, the new Sydney Fish Market spans more than 26,000 square metres and features a mix of fresh produce, dining and retail, celebrating Australian seafood and global cuisines.

Seafood trading at the new site officially kicked off on 19 January 2026 with the first auction, where charity items were auctioned to mark the milestone. 

 “The new market preserves the authenticity of Sydney Fish Market, while significantly improving the environment for both trade and public customers,” said Adam Mourad, Sydney Fish Market, Chief Commercial Officer. “It also opens up the working market to the public, giving people a view of the live auctions and daily operations in a way that has never been possible before.”

Delivered by the New South Wales Government as a state-significant infrastructure project and constructed by Multiplex, the new Sydney Fish Market represents a major investment in Sydney’s visitor economy and Australia’s seafood industry.

Minister for Lands and Property Steve Kamper said: “An architectural and engineering triumph, the Sydney Fish Market features state-of-the-art systems, cutting-edge facilities and a purpose-built design that supports a fully operational wholesale and retail hub, built to serve generations of seafood lovers.

“The new Sydney Fish Market is set to become one of Australia’s must-visit destinations, ready to welcome up to 6 million visitors a year and deliver a major boost to Sydney’s tourism economy and jobs sector.”

Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Paul Scully added: “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 you simply can’t miss.

Beyond a huge variety of fresh and cooked seafood, visitors can experience a range of retailers including fresh produce, deli goods, baked items, gelato and also Australia’s first olive oil concept store. Immersive experiences include behind-the-scenes tours, masterclasses at Sydney Seafood School, and cultural storytelling that celebrates First Nations fishing traditions.

Sydney Fish Market CEO, Daniel Jarosch, said: “The opening of the new Sydney Fish Market marks a defining moment not only for our organisation, but for Australia’s seafood industry. This new precinct creates a global platform for our fishers, wholesalers and retailers, while offering visitors an authentic, immersive experience that celebrates the quality, diversity and sustainability of Australian seafood.”

He continued: “Our vision is to create a destination people will return to again and again, not just to buy seafood, but to experience it. From watching live auctions, oyster shucking at Sydney Seafood School to tasting your way through its multitude of cuisines, we expect it to become a must-visit destination for locals and tourists both throughout Australia and around the globe.”