Prime Minister And NSW Premier Officially Opens Hay St Market At Paddy’s
Sydney, Australia – Wednesday 9th April 2025 – Sydney’s newest world-class marketplace, Hay St Market at Paddy’s, was officially opened today by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, NSW Premier Chris Minns, Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore, and Minister for Tourism Steve Kamper, alongside industry leaders and dignitaries.
Sydney Markets Limited Interim CEO Dale Doonan reflected on the occasion, “The official opening of Hay St Market at Paddy’s is a huge milestone for our iconic market and highlights the possibilities for our traders, tourism and what lies ahead. We look forward to welcoming many more people through our doors for years to come.”
Developed by Doltone Hospitality Group, the $20 million project spans 3,000 square metres and features 48 traders, 25 cuisines, and a rich mix of fresh produce, food, beverages and specialty retail, creating 300+ local jobs. Since its soft opening in March, it has attracted both locals and tourists, reinforcing Paddy’s as a major destination drawing over 5 million annual visitors.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese acknowledged the significance of the project, stating “Hay St Market enhances a corner of Sydney that is already home to Market City and the iconic landmark that is Paddy’s Market. It is like a missing piece of the puzzle that has finally been slotted into place."
"Hay St Market is revitalising this neighbourhood, giving the atmosphere and the local economy a lift. It’s bringing jobs and opportunities, it’s bringing the touch of culinary superstars like Luke Nguyen and Mark Olive, and it’s bringing a fresh reason for tourists and locals alike to visit.”
NSW Premier Chris Minns shared, “The new Hay St Market at Paddy’s transforms this iconic location in Sydney into a place where you can have fun with your family and your friends, enjoy some of the best produce, the best restaurants that you're can find in the entire country, right here on the doorstep of one of the best city in the world.”
NSW Minister for Tourism Steve Kamper added, “Sydney is the premier destination for travellers, and the addition of a new attraction like Hay St Market at Paddy’s will certainly enhance our domestic and global appeal."
"One of our unique offerings is our multiculturalism, and this new marketplace will showcase the many flavours of Sydney to the world, drawing more visitors to our city, boosting tourism and supporting local businesses.”
Paul Signorelli OAM, Executive Chairman of Doltone Hospitality Group, added a personal note, “My father Biaggio Signorelli, arrived in Australia in 1954 and started his journey at Paddy’s Markets unloading bananas by hand."
"Over time, my father opened Signorelli Bro’s greengrocers in Willoughby and Lakemba, and eventually founded Doltone House. Having the opportunity to bring Signorelli Bro’s to Hay St Market at Paddy’s is a full circle moment that honours the families, traders, the stories of many migrants, and the history that makes this part of Sydney truly special."