News and updates

A 124 -metre tall tower crane now stands over Powerhouse Ultimo, signalling the start of construction.

The first “slab-on-ground” - a ground-level concrete slab - for the new building was poured earlier in the month adjacent to the Post Office.

A second modification to the approved SSDA is on public exhibition from 4 to 18 September 2026.

The first concrete slab pour completed within the new Gathering Terrace, serving as a welcoming entry to the museum.

The project has reached an exciting new phase transitioning from site preparation to active construction.

New artwork has been installed along the Harris Street frontage of the Powerhouse Ultimo site.

Richard Crookes Constructions (RCC) will deliver the next stage of main works that will revitalise the Powerhouse Ultimo site.

The new online project interactive render is now live, giving you the chance to explore what’s taking shape.

The Powerhouse Ultimo construction site will be closed over the summer holiday period Saturday 20 December 2025 to Sunday 4 January 2026 (inclusive). 

Modification 1 to the State Significant Development Application for the revitalisation of Powerhouse Museum in Ultimo was determined on 14 November 2025.

A modification to the Powerhouse Museum Ultimo Revitalisation State Significant Development’s approval is now on public exhibition.

A modification to the Powerhouse Museum Ultimo Revitalisation State Significant Development’s approval is now on public exhibition.