What’s the Strategy? 24-Hour Economy, Screen and Sound

24-Hour Economy, Screen and Sound is a division of the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport. 

It is made up of the Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner, Screen NSW and Sound NSW. 

All 3 agencies have recently published new or refreshed strategies which act as a blueprint for the work they’re delivering across the state.

So, what’s in a strategy? Take a closer look at each of them here.

24-Hour Economy Strategy: A new state of night

A new expanded strategy to grow night-time economies in major centres across NSW.

Vision: To forge globally acclaimed 24-hour precincts, fostering an environment where businesses and workforces can thrive, communities flourish and individuals connect in a vibrant, inclusive after-dark experience.

 Download 24-Hour Economy's Strategy

NSW Screen and Digital Games Strategy 2025-2027

A 3-year plan to provide stability and sustainability within the NSW screen and digital games sectors, while supporting the growth of international markets.

Vision: New South Wales is home to a thriving global screen and digital games community, sustainably growing the industry and developing storytelling culture to connect with local and global audiences.

 Download Screen NSW's Strategy

NSW Contemporary Music Strategy 2025-2034

A 10-year strategy to drive the development of a thriving and globally competitive contemporary music industry.

Vision: NSW is a global music destination and thriving engine room for the national industry, celebrating more than 65,000 years of local stories, leading best practice and enriching the lives of communities across the state.

Download Sound NSW's Strategy