After a competitive process, Hope Estate was successful in their tender for The Wharf building with ‘Hope at Honeysuckle’ in 2020. 
The new venue will bring the best of the Hunter to Newcastle by showcasing the wine, spirits and craft beer the Hope family is known for. 'Hope at Honeysuckle' will also offer wine tastings, cooking masterclasses or beer matching experiences.
 
The initial development application (DA) to create this new venue was approved by City of Newcastle in late 2021. We have since made some changes to the DA to enhance the venue and ensure we can provide the best experience possible for our patrons. The amended DA will be submitted in the first half of 2023 and, pending approval, we anticipate to start construction works in Spring 2023.
 
We look forward to works commencing to transform the iconic Wharf building into a tourist destination, bringing the flavours of the Hunter to Honeysuckle.