Why Western Sydney
Australia’s future is taking shape here
A region of extraordinary diversity, talent, opportunity and ambition. Home to millions of people, Western Sydney’s scale, growth and transformation mean what happens here will help shape Australia’s future.
A region unlike any other
Western Sydney’s strength comes from its people, places and the diversity of capability across the region.
People and diversity
200+ cultures and languages
Education and research
World-class education and research capability.
Industry and innovation
Advanced manufacturing, health, technology + aerospace
Community and place
Parramatta, Penrith, Liverpool + diverse local communities
Infrastructure and connectivity
Western Sydney International Airport + Aerotropolis
A region full of possibility
From its people and communities to its growing industries and changing skyline, Western Sydney is a region with extraordinary momentum, and an important role to play in Australia’s future.
A defining decade of growth
Western Sydney is on the cusp of phenomenal growth and transformation.
Projects like the Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport, and the Aerotropolis along with major investment in transport, health, education and infrastructure are set to reshape the region.
Western Sydney is already Australia’s third-largest economy - and it is accelerating.
economy in Australia
infrastructure plan
new jobs by 2041
The investment is real. The infrastructure is rising. The jobs are coming.
The opportunity is not simply to experience growth, but to shape it, ensuring Western Sydney’s people play a leading role in the region’s future.
Industries shaping Western Sydney’s future
Growth across these industries is creating new opportunities and changing the skills the region will need.
Health & Medicine
Engineering & Construction
Technology & Digital
Advanced Manufacturing
Education
Business & Professional Services
Visitor Economy
Growth means new jobs, and new skills.
Western Sydney’s transformation is creating significant demand for skilled people across the industries shaping the region’s future.
The talent pipeline is already here.
Western Sydney University is educating tens of thousands of students, many with deep connections to the communities and industries that will shape the region’s next chapter.
For 70% of students, university is also a first for their family. Creating pathways from education into experience and employment is an opportunity to strengthen not only the workforce, but the communities it comes from.
Real people. Real opportunity.
See what that pathway can look like
From community ambition to policy impact
Dana’s journey shows how education and support can help local talent build confidence, create meaningful careers and contribute back to Western Sydney.
'I hope to continue using my knowledge and skills to contribute to the closing of gaps for our people. In whatever role and capacity I may have, I know that I will forever be seeking to empower myself and others, to incite necessary change, and to leave a positive legacy behind.'
Dana Patterson
Bachelor of Social Science graduate
GO Foundation Scholar and Senior Policy Officer
Education
Bachelor of Social Science
Opportunity
GO Foundation Scholarship and a strong network of culture, community and support
Experience
Building research, writing and critical-thinking skills through her studies
Career
Senior Policy Officer working in the Closing the Gap space
Future impact
Using her education to support stronger community outcomes, meaningful change and positive legacy
Proudly Western
Backed by people who believe in the region
Our Ambassadors bring together leaders from across business and the community who share a commitment to Western Sydney’s future.
Be part of what comes next
Western Sydney has the talent and ambition to shape what comes next. The opportunity is to make sure more students have the support, experiences and connections they need to realise their potential.