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The Flour Mill stands as a striking testament to industrial heritage, uniquely transformed from a historic grain mill into a vibrant, modern mixed-use village precinct. Beneath its architectural revival lie layers of local stories – unexpected, meaningful, and deeply connected to the community. Here, we celebrate the voices of those who live, work and love the Flour Mill as well as those who shaped its past and present: the workers who once powered its machinery, and the architects and designers whose creative vision reimagined its future. At the Flour Mill, there’s far more than meets the eye.

A table doesn’t just hold your coffee. It tells you you’re welcome.

When the Flour Mill Business Collective was established, we surveyed residents about their experiences in our outdoor shared spaces. The feedback got us thinking about the psychology of space, connection, and community, and led us somewhere we didn’t expect. The results were genuinely heartening. 55% of residents use the plaza

Flour Mill Markets Returns: A New Chapter

Flour Mill Markets is entering an exciting new chapter, one that builds on the legacy locals already love while setting the stage for a vibrant future.

Flour Mill Wishing Tree

The Flour Mill Wishing Tree invited locals to pause in their day, pick up a tag, and write down a Christmas wish or a hope for 2026.

The GreenWay: A People-First Pathway Through the Inner West

The long-awaited moment for the Inner West community has come: the official opening of the GreenWay! A six-kilometre green trail connecting the Cooks River in Earlwood to the Parramatta River at Iron Cove. More than just a new walking and cycling route, the GreenWay is a powerful example of what

From industrial workhorse to mixed-use precinct

What once ground wheat now buzzes with coffee, craft, community and heritage. The Flour Mill at Summer Hill has been reborn, yet it has kept its soul intact - a new heart, built on old foundations.

Halloween Magic at the Flour Mill

Spooky fun, sweet treats, and community magic lit up Halloween at the Flour Mill, Summer Hill!

Flour Mill District Secures Uptown Grant to Boost Local Activation

We are excited to share that our application for funding from the NSW Government’s Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner has been successful!

Flour Mill District Shines in Uptown Accelerator Pitch Night

The culmination of our efforts was showcased at the Uptown District Showcase this week, where Sarah Mathews from the Little BIG Foundation presented the district vision and key strategies on behalf of the team.
Flour Mill of Summer Hill have come together and been selected as one of the 25 teams across NSW (and five teams in Sydney) to participate in the Uptown District Accelerator program.

Flour Mill earns place in Uptown Accelerator Program

Flour Mill of Summer Hill have come together and been selected as one of the 25 teams across NSW (and five teams in Sydney) to participate in the Uptown District Accelerator program.

Flour Mill wins “New Community of the Year”

The Flour Mill of Summer Hill was announced Development of the Year – New Communities (2019) at the Urban Developer Awards for Industry Excellence.

Flour Mill Of Summer Hill Wins Urban Design Award

The Flour Mill of Summer Hill has been presented the 2019 AILA NSW Landscape Architecture Award for Urban Design.