Rich in heritage, with working class roots, a creative street culture and lively pub life; vibrant strip shopping in a university town with a vigorous student population; a major hospital, an integrated community, engaged locals and affordable culture; easy accessibility to a dynamic theatre scene and art galleries – workshops, studios, artists, musicians, restaurants, cafes…
It is alternative and tolerant, with old stories that mix with the new in a spirit of inclusion

Our Association is built on this foundation.  It is the unified and representative voice for all businesses in the Precinct. We put our effort into pursuing the following objectives.

• Marketing the unique characteristics of the Newtown Precinct to encourage visitors to the area
• Ensuring the sustainability of commerce in the Newtown Precinct
• Encouraging skills development and exchange of information among the business community
• Sustaining and enhancing the diversity of industries in the Newtown Precinct
• Developing working relationships with key stakeholders and Councils

We exist to support the businesses of the Newtown Precinct.