Lifestyle
Still respectful of its aboriginal heritage and industrial past, the inner city neighbourhood of Waterloo, is skillfully embracing the future with cutting-edge galleries, a slow food scene, underground bars and cool festivals.
At the heart of Sydney’s aptly named ‘food and arts’ precinct, is the uber cool Danks Street. This centrepiece is where, providores, bakers and artisans, have inspired the avant garde transformation of Waterloo.
Enroll in a cooking class at Italian providore Fratelli Fresh, try the heart-warming rustic fare at award-winning Danks Street Depot, or munch down on a late night burger at Baffi and Mo.
If you have an eye for design, exploring the streets of Waterloo is always an adventure. Collect a striking piece of Contemporary art, invest in a handmade designer jewellery piece, or enhance your living space with charming vintage furniture, amazing contemporary furniture, or a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork - ultimately your aesthetic sky is the limit.
On Saturdays, fresh foodies grab a kale smoothie and chat ‘all things green’ with the farmers at the Eveleigh Farmers' Market. Sports fans cheer for their favourite team at nearby Redfern Park oval, and music lovers gravitate to the historical Carriageworks, a multi-venue showcasing an eclectic program of music, retro dance parties, theatre and mini-festivals.
You also have Crown Square fitness centre with resort style swimming pool, spa and gym, leafy gardens and lawns for basking in the sun and a Coles Supermarket, all for your convenience.
Transport is a no-brainer with bus routes into the city and easy access to Green Square underground railway station or Redfern railway station, and a very affordable 10 minute taxi to both domestic and international airports.
Unlike its namesake, the battle of Waterloo, this suburb has no chance of being defeated, rather surrendering itself to a dramatic evolution that has transformed it’s neighbourhood into a post-industrial urban village.
