Sydney Summit 2026: Leaders Convene at ICC to Blueprint City's Future

Policy Makers and Industry Leaders Gather for 'The Bold City' Summit

Sydney’s political and business landscape is centered today, Friday, 6 February 2026, at the International Convention Centre (ICC) Sydney for the annual Sydney Summit. Hosted by the Committee for Sydney, the summit serves as a critical policy-setting session where government officials, industry experts, and urban planners gather to define the strategic trajectory of the metropolitan region. Titled 'The Bold City,' today’s session is expected to influence the legislative and budgetary priorities of both the New South Wales Government and local municipal councils for the remainder of the year.

Agenda Items and Strategic Focus

While the City of Sydney Council does not have a formal voting session scheduled for today, the Summit acts as an essential government-adjacent forum where the political agenda is debated and refined. Key agenda items for today’s sessions include:

• Urban Resilience and Infrastructure: In light of the severe flooding events recorded in January, leaders are discussing the acceleration of climate-resilient infrastructure and improved drainage systems for the Greater Sydney area.
• The 'Big Ideas' Project: A centerpiece of the afternoon session is the unveiling of a new wave of 'Big Ideas' for Sydney, which includes proposals for enhanced housing density near transport hubs and the revitalization of the newly opened Sydney Fish Market precinct in Glebe.
• Transport Connectivity: Panelists are reviewing the progress of active transport initiatives and the integration of the Sydney Harbour Bridge cycleway improvements into the broader metropolitan network.
• Economic Growth Post-2025: Discussions are focusing on the transition of Sydney’s CBD into a 24-hour economy, with specific emphasis on supporting the cultural and nightlife sectors.

Participation of Key Political Figures

Lord Mayor Clover Moore and senior representatives from the Minns Government are participating in fireside chats and panel discussions throughout the day. These sessions provide an opportunity for the Lord Mayor to advocate for progressive reforms and local government autonomy, particularly following recent debates over state-level planning interventions. The summit is also being used as a platform for the state government to address recent administrative challenges, including the ongoing review of local government boundaries and the impact of the National Party’s recent leadership changes on regional-to-city transport funding.

The outcomes of today’s discussions at the ICC are widely expected to form the basis of formal motions and policy papers that will be presented during the next cycle of City of Sydney committee meetings, scheduled to commence on 16 February. For residents and stakeholders, the Sydney Summit represents the most significant political gathering of the month, bridging the gap between high-level policy theory and practical municipal governance.