About Us

Grassroots Built, Collective Powered

Originating as a collective of small bars, we have consistently engaged with the community. As a natural progression, we are now focused on developing more inclusive strategies to promote the precinct and strengthen YCK as a welcoming destination.

Oversaw the delivery of events and initiatives representing more than $5 million in investment.

Explore the history of YCK Laneways

The following provides a concise snapshot of YCK’s journey and key achievements over the past three years, highlighting the collective impact of our precinct and the value created through collaboration.

MARCH 2021

block party

YCK Laneways entertainment and hospitality precinct is officially launched with a six-week activation period named YCK Laneways Block Party

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JUNE 2021

Sydney Solstice

YCK Laneways hosts a successful 13-day festival called Night Over Light as part of the Sydney Solstice program

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DECEMBER 2021

LONG LUNCHES & LATE NIGHTS

YCK Laneways hosts Long Lunches & Late Nights as part of the NSW Government’s Sydney’s Open For Lunch campaign

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APRIL 2022

INTERSECTIONS

The four week INTERSECTIONS festival is launched with funding from the CBD revitalisation fund including Master the Art outdoor activation at Barrack St.

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AUGUST 2022

FRONT & Centre

Supported by the CBD RevitalisationFund, Front & Centre is four-week festival featuring exclusively female performers, artist, and industry leaders. Includes Live at YCK outdoor music event and masterclasses

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DECEMBER 2022

YCK FAIR

YCK Fair is held as part of the NSW Government’s Open For Lunch campaign, featuring a 500 person long lunch on George St including main stage and Ferris Wheel.

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JANUARY 2023

SUMMER LOVE

As part of the City of Sydney Precinct Activation Grant, Summer Love is a four-week festival of in venue activations to celebrate thelaunch of the YCK 3D interactive Map

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FEBRUARY 2023

Purple Flag accredited

YCKis accredited as Australia’s first Purple Flag precinct,certifying it as a good place to go out at night, with excellent diversity,safety, transport connections, and public amenity.

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FEBRUARY 2024

Up Late and Loud

YCK hosts Up Late and Loud to celebrate NSW Government’s vibrancy reforms

Our mission is to harness the power of collaboration

By fostering collaboration between hospitality, asset owners, retailers, and cultural partners, we create a unified voice that amplifies the district’s vibrancy, drives visitation, and ensures the long-term sustainability of small businesses.

Revitalised Nightlife

Elevate Awareness

Through Day-To-Night Experiences Where Work Meets Play.

Grow Culture

Showcasing Voices That Shape Our City.

Revitalised Nightlife

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Champion small business

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Grow Culture

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Our team

Meet the committee members

Nick White

Precinct coordinator

Founder of YCK Laneways and owner and operator of Since ILeft You (SILY)

Karl Schlothauer

Precinct Coordinator

Founder of YCK Laneways and owner and operator of House Of Pocket (Pocket Bar, Stitch Bar and Button Bar)

Kiki Ward

Committee member

Business Operations Manager at Atticus Hospitality

Chau Tran

Committee member

Owner and operator of Cash Only Diner and Burrow bar.

Sandra Bellamy

Committee member

General Manager at Little National hotel.

Simon Rose-Hopkins

Committee member

Owner and operator of Jolene's Sydney and Lucille's.

Mike Enright

Committee member

Director Barrelhouse Group
(The Barbershop, Duke of Clarence and Hickson House)