The Hawke’s Beer and Leisure Centre is a standout brewery and taproom located in Sydney’s Inner West, co-founded with legendary former Australian Prime Minister Bob Hawke. This unique venue combines a public bar, mezzanine-level bar, outdoor patio, pool room, a gallery of Bob Hawke’s memorabilia, and the fully licensed Lucky Prawn Chinese Australian bistro.

Goldfish & Bay, in collaboration with BSK Projects, played a key role from the initial stages, providing project and design management services. The project faced challenges, including the placement of brewery equipment and high loads onto a mezzanine level while maintaining structural integrity and accommodating the flood zone restrictions. Construction was further complicated by COVID lockdowns.

The development was strategically delivered under two separate Development Applications (DAs) for the brewery and the taproom, allowing for smoother execution. Thoughtful planning, combined with Benedikt’s architectural expertise, ensured efficient use of tight spaces, and BSK Projects expertly managed trade tenders, contracts, and stakeholder communications.

Completed on time and within budget in 2022, the Hawke’s Beer and Leisure Centre now stands as a vibrant community hub, celebrated for its innovative design and lively atmosphere.