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be conserved, and where appropriate, adaptively reused. Significant and sensitive heritage items, such as some of the Convict structures will be interpreted in greater detail and items such as the Powerhouse will become working artefacts to aid their conservation and people's understanding of their role in the story of Cockatoo.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Existing Character
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   The island has an austere, robust, gritty character reflecting its past uses. Its historic phases of development, each important in their own right, provide a complex, interwoven web that grew in a seemingly haphazard way in response to changing needs.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   The intricate succession of spaces and the distinct character of Cockatoo's various precincts add to the sense of revelation and surprise when wandering about the island. The island's robust working character and its patina of age are being maintained. New uses and activities will be located in existing buildings wherever possible. New buildings have and will be constructed where necessary and designed to be sympathetic to the island's values and character as well as views to and from the water.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   A Living, Working Island
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Life is being breathed back into the island by reviving Cockatoo's strong maritime tradition as well as introducing a range of new uses and activities. The island will be part of a network of working harbour sites and will be home to all manner of maritime and related activity, such as boat builders and repairers, boat storage and ship chandlery.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   A vibrant mix of uses focussing on public enjoyment, recreation, events, entertainment, cultural experiences, ceremonies, learning, weekend markets, shopping, arts, community uses and business, is emerging and will be further encouraged. The island's collection of spaces, large halls, and smaller intimate areas make it conducive for all these purposes, in a manner unlike any other part of the city. These buildings and spaces also make Cockatoo particularly well-suited as a venue for a wide range of cultural events and festivals. This mix of uses has broadened the island's appeal and is contributing to the diversity and cultural life of the city.

Historically, the island has been populated by people associated with its working uses. In keeping with this, a small number of people will live on the island on a permanent basis, and short-stay accommodation will be available for the island's visitors and workers. The re-occupation of the island will help its revival by providing diversity and round-the-clock life.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   A Sustainable Island
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Environmental best practice will be used to remediate contaminated areas of the island and to achieve environmentally sustainable forms of water, energy and waste management. Most people will arrive by public transport and will primarily get about the island by foot or bicycle.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   With its mix of uses and activities the island's