Event Info

Join us this November for two days of world class speakers, game-changing ideas and boundary-pushing experiences all wrapped up with music, performance and exceptional catering. Let Purpose wow you at the iconic Carrigeworks in Sydney as we showcase cutting-edge thinking across three stages.

The Venue
Carriageworks, 245 Wilson St
Eveleigh NSW 2015

Gadigal Land, SydneyLocated on Sydney’s city fringe, Carriageworks is the largest multi-arts centre in Australia. It support artists and producers to develop and present major new works in performance, visual arts and related art forms. Reflecting the diverse communities of urban Sydney, Carriageworks’ artist-led program is ambitious, radical and always inclusive. We are deeply appreciative to Carriageworks for playing host to Purpose and partnering with us to present this event.

Getting There

Train
Carriageworks is a 10-minute walk from both Redfern and Macdonaldtown stations. Jump on the Inner West Line which passes through Central, Wynyard, Town Hall, Circular Quay, St James or Newtown station to access.

Bus
The closest bus stop is on King Street (near the Queen Street intersection); an approximately 10-minute walk.

If coming from Central, take Newtown buses 422, 423 or 426. Nearest bus stop is at University of Sydney at City Road, approximately a 10-minute walk to Carriageworks.

Parking
The accessible parking and taxi entrance is at 229 Wilson Street, corner of Queen Street. Limited time-zone parking is available for a fee in the surrounding area. Unrestricted on-street parking is available in the evening on the southern side of Wilson Street, between Golden Grove and Ivy Street. There is also a small number of unrestricted spaces on Forbes Street.

Paid parking is available at Shepherd Street Carpark in Darlington, a 10-minute walk to Carriageworks.

Bicycle
There are bike lanes on surrounding streets, and plenty of bike racks on site. 

Accessibility

Carriageworks is wheelchair accessible. If you need a wheelchair, please see Carriageworks staff at the visitor services desk on arrival or call +61 2 8571 9099 to arrange prior to your visit.

Site access

An access ramp leading to the main entrance is located at street level at 245 Wilson Street.
Accessible parking is available at the end of Carriageworks Way. Enter via 229 Wilson Street.
Taxis can enter at 229 Wilson Street for level access entry.
The closest train station with wheelchair access is Newtown Station.

Facilities and services

The Carriageworks car park includes four mobility parking spaces.
Accessible toilets are located off the public space within the main building.
Service animals are welcome throughout the precinct.
Carriageworks does not have a hearing loop.
View a written and visual guide to accessing Carriageworks.
Click here for a step-by-step visual and written guide for visiting Carriageworks

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  • Purpose seeks to work only with suppliers and partners who share our values and can help to create an extremely high impact, ethical and low-waste event.

  • To help provide you with confidence when purchasing your ticket, Purpose provides the following guarantee: in the event of a cancellation due to COVID-19 restrictions, the event will move online and all ticket-holders will be refunded the difference in price between an in-person and a live-stream ticket.

  • Purpose 2023 is a COVID safe event. The health and safety of our attendees, contractors and staff is, of course, our top priority.

    If you feel unwell - Please do not attend if you have experienced cold or flu like symptoms in the past 7 days, or are awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test. Stay home and take care.

    Close contacts - The health and safety of all attendees and our staff is our top priority, please follow current NSW Government health advice.

    Masks - Masks are strongly recommended to be worn in all public spaces within Carriageworks. Please bring your own mask.

    Good hand hygiene - Please use hand sanitiser provided at entry and throughout the site.

    Physical distancing - We advise maintaining physical distancing whenever practical.

  • In 2023 Purpose Conference is providing an allocation of accessible places to individuals who identify as First Nations. If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person, we have a no-questions-asked policy and you can register for a free ticket here.

    This initiative is brought to you by Future Super and Purpose Conference.

  • If you are experiencing financial difficulty or you’re a low income earner, you can complete this form to request consideration of a reduced priced ticket, which we have an allocation for.

  • If you work for a not-for-profit, B Corp, social enterprise, or are a full-time student, or other concession, you can access our discounted ticket rate here. Whatever your circumstances, please just reach out so we can do our very best to ensure your place at Purpose Conference 2023. We look forward to welcoming you.

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