June 19, 2026

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JCDecaux, in partnership with Right Angle, has released The 5 to 9 Economy report.

Australia’s night-time economy was valued at $188 billion in 2024, highlighting its growing importance to local communities and the important roles of venues including clubs.

 

JCDecaux, in partnership with Right Angle, has released the report The 5 to 9 Economy to study and understand Australia’s night-time economy.

Some of the key highlights from the report:

  • From 2021 to 2024, Australia’s night-time economy grew 29%.
  • More than four million Australians now regularly work at night across a variety of sectors.
  • 82% of people go out at night to spend time with family and friends.
  • 52% of people say illuminated signs including advertising make spaces feel safer at night and 56% say these signs make public spaces feel more alive.

It was also found that cities prioritising after-dark strategies are out-performing those without. Within the report, it was found that NSW Vibrancy Reforms have driven a 6.4% growth in hospitality and entertainment hubs including Parramatta and Burwood.

ClubsNSW has proactively worked with the NSW Government, including The Hon. John Graham MLC (Minister for Music and the Night-time Economy), Liquor & Gaming NSW (L&GNSW) and the Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner to advocate for members throughout the various tranches of Vibrancy Reforms.

The report can be downloaded as an eBook, which can found here.

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