Alexandra Canal Depot launch

Visitors enjoyed music, free coffee and gelato

Residents and visitors gather for the launch of the new Alexandra Canal Depot
Lord Mayor Clover Moore officially opens the depot
The crowd enjoys live music from the Hot Potato Band
Some of the depot's staff join in
Kids take a closer look at the depot's fleet vehicles
And take a ride on a giant slide
Bob the Builder makes an appearance
Arts and crafts activities on offer
Depot staff lend a creative hand
A fun-filled afternoon for everyone
The depot is ready to go

Lord Mayor Clover Moore officially launched the new Alexandra Canal Depot on Saturday 30 June. Visitors enjoyed music, free coffee and gelato.

This new depot provides waste, maintenance and construction services for the southern city area. It has replaced 3 City of Sydney depots in Zetland, Redfern and Alexandria.

The building was designed with a strong emphasis on environmental sustainability. It has a 500kwh Tesla battery and 1663 solar panels powering the site, natural ventilation and lighting, roof water collection and energy efficient equipment. Eco-concrete used reduces the amount of carbon dioxide in the construction process.

Published 4 July 2018, updated 5 July 2018