The group has tested the waters with its 8 at Trinity 300-seat pop-up restaurant, which Johnson said has served more than 1000 customers a day from Sydney and surrounds.

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Under the plan, the project will revitalise the waterfront location at Morisset Park with 6835 square metres of consolidated public space, the original 10 buildings reduced to only six, and the inclusion of two restaurants and a function centre.

There will be a 218-room capacity, five-star hotel, including serviced apartments, and 180 waterfront apartments. A gym, day spa and wellness centre, and a business centre, will also be included.

The project is a State Significant Development meaning the Department of Planning and Environment will assess the proposal.

Lake Macquarie City Council will be involved in recommending proposed amendments to the Local Environment Planning Controls. The community will be invited to provide submissions on both exhibitions.

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