WESTERN CITY

Local government partners building the Western Parkland City The councils of the Western Parkland City WELCOME TO stand beside the Australian and governments, ready to work together WESTERN to deliver outcomes for our communities.

Western Sydney is a thriving of economic opportunity and environmental wonders. Surrounded by enviable World Heritage-listed landscapes and full of bustling towns and centres, Western Sydney is one of the fastest growing in . It is a key contributor to the New South Wales economy and a Cr Mark Greenhill OAM Cr Mary Lyons-Buckett Mayor popular destination for people from around Blue Mountains CIty Council Hawkesbury CIty Council the world.

The councils of the Western Parkland City The vision for Greater Sydney is for a ‘metropolis of three cities’ – an Eastern Harbour City, Central River City and Western Parkland City.

Together, the eight councils of the Blue Mountains, Camden, Campbelltown, Fairfield, Hawkesbury, Liverpool, Penrith Cr Lara Symkowiak Wendy Waller and Wollondilly comprise the Western Parkland City. Mayor Mayor Camden Council Liverpool CIty Council The Western Sydney City Deal In 2018, the eight councils partnered with the Australian and New South Wales governments to create the Western Sydney City Deal. The historic agreement will build on the once-in-a-generation economic boom of the and Aerotropolis to transform the Western Parkland City. Over the next few decades, the City Deal will deliver more jobs, transport and services for the people of the region. Cr George Brticevic Cr John Thain Mayor Mayor Campbelltown CIty Council Penrith CIty Council

Frank Carbone Cr Judith Hannan Mayor Mayor Council

1 We celebrate the unique Blue Mountains natural INVEST IN THE CITY OF and built environment. Blue Mountains City Council is a steward of this unique environment, which BLUE MOUNTAINS includes managing the impact of development on the environment, protecting and conserving World Heritage natural values, protecting the health of drinking water Framing the western edge of Sydney, the City of Blue catchments, and conserving and protecting our built Mountains is one of only two cities in the world surrounded heritage. As a City on the Edge, we also work with by a UNESCO World Heritage–listed national . This the community to manage one of the most bushfire- nationally and internationally significant area is home prone regions in the world and build preparedness to nearly 80,000 people living across 100 kilometres of and resilience. mountainous terrain. The Blue Mountains is a dynamic, diversified economy with opportunities for growth and investment in several key areas.

The city is a unique recreational and tourist destination The Blue Mountains Destination for Sydney, Australia and the world. It also provides FAST FACTS Management Plan identifies 39 tourism a major road and rail transport link between urban development opportunities to grow Sydney and the more rural central west region of • A city within the Greater Blue Mountains a sustainable visitor economy. World Heritage Area New South Wales. Tourism investment can support • Links urban Sydney to the rural central west ancillary sectors, strengthen other The is made up of a series of region of New South Wales market segments such as agri- communities: 27 towns and villages stretch across the Unique recreational and tourist destination for tourism, heritage and cultural , each with their own character • Sydney, Australia and the world tourism, and generate local and distinctive features. The transition through our employment. communities, and the breathtaking scenery of the • Population of 78,705 spread across 27 towns Greater Blue Mountains tells you that you have left and villages The Blue Mountains Economic metropolitan Sydney and are travelling through an • Inaugural City of the Arts in New South Wales Enterprise, supported by the exceptional and extraordinary place. council, works to stimulate economic development We celebrate the rich creativity, culture and heritage of through advocacy, investment the Blue Mountains, both Aboriginal and European. As the inaugural City of the Arts in New South Wales, the and job creation. This focus The City of the Blue Mountains is located within the Blue Mountains is renowned for its artistic and creative is consistent with the region’s Country of the and Gundungurra peoples. Blue community, events, cultural facilities and buildings. Many competitive advantages, Mountains City Council recognises that Darug and of the attractions built in the city in the first phase of recognising tourism as the Gundungurra Traditional Owners have a continuous and tourism – following the crossing of the Blue Mountains second-largest employer in the deep connection to their Country and that this is of great by Blaxland, Lawson and Wentworth in 1813 – continue region behind the health and cultural significance to Aboriginal people, both locally to be major drawcards. Many of our towns and villages wellbeing sector; and the Blue and in the region. There are vast numbers of cultural also have distinctive heritage buildings. Mountains as both a knowledge hub sites in the Blue Mountains that not only illustrate regarding building in a bushfire-prone Aboriginal cultural heritage, but are an important legacy area and a creative hub of excellence. for present and future generations of Aboriginal and As a city within a World Heritage–listed national non-Aboriginal people. park, we are working to build a sustainable, resilient and successful future for the Blue Mountains socially,

economically and environmentally. We will continue to ABOVE: Echo Point, Katoomba live in harmony with our environment and protect it for future generations.

The Western Sydney City Deal acknowledges the individual positions taken by the councils of the Western Parkland City FROM LEFT: regarding Australian and New South Wales government policy.

Leura village Contact details for

Connect with nature Blue Mountains City Council Blue Mountains Phone: (02) 4780 5000 Cultural Centre International phone: +61 2 4780 5000 [email protected] bmcc.nsw.gov.au

2 WESTERN CITY Local government partners building the Western Parkland City WESTERN CITY Local government partners building the Western Parkland City 3 INVEST IN CAMDEN

As the fastest growing local government area in Australia, Camden is rapidly evolving from an agricultural region into a vibrant, dynamic and modern place defined by its unique history and rural backdrop.

Located just 60 kilometres south-west of Sydney, Camden comprises of a mix of agricultural farmland, FAST FACTS a variety of towns and villages, new residential sub-division areas, and associated commercial and • The fastest growing local government area in Australia, with 8.4 per cent annual growth industry hubs. • Part of the South West Growth Area With several , wineries, attractions, and accommodation and restaurants options, Tourism is • 7,202 registered businesses as at April 2018 a key industry for the area. With expanding industrial • Gross regional product: $3.48 billion in 2017 areas, Camden is also home to a range of large • Only 10 minutes from the future Western commercial enterprises. There is also work underway Sydney Airport both locally and more broadly that will provide the Camden business community with extensive opportunities for economic development. This includes To support the economic prosperity of the region, local development occurring within the key commercial Camden Council has also established the Camden and economic hubs of Camden, , Narellan, Region Economic Taskforce Ltd. (CRET). The CRET’s and Smeaton Grange. main purpose is to drive and facilitate the economic Industry in Camden is well positioned to participate growth of the Camden local government area in some of the fastest growing market sectors – such through leadership, advocacy and coordination. It as education, health and – all of which harness will be focusing on job creation, securing investment, innovation and technology. infrastructure development, and supporting the growth TOP: Narellan Town Centre of industry and business. With the population forecast to increase from the LEFT: Aerial image of Oran Park current 88,000 residents to almost 230,000 by 2036, Camden Council is planning for a community of tomorrow through an innovative infrastructure and service delivery program that is investing in Contact details for: the established , as well as creating brand new communities. Camden Council Casli Mehmed Manager Communications & Events

Phone: +61 2 4645 5613 [email protected] FROM LEFT: camden.nsw.gov.au Leppington train station CRET Birriwa Reserve Outdoor Debbie Roberts Youth Space Executive Officer Alan Baker Art Gallery Phone: +61 4 4709 6914 [email protected]

4 WESTERN CITY Local government partners building the Western Parkland City WESTERN CITY Local government partners building the Western Parkland City 5 MAJOR PROJECTS Campbelltown Destination INVEST IN THE CITY Management Plan Re-imagining Campbelltown CBD OF CAMPBELLTOWN Work has commenced on the development of a Council recently unveiled its plan to ‘Re-imagine Campbelltown Destination Management Plan (DMP), Campbelltown CBD’ as it kickstarts a new employment which will focus on opportunities that the CBD can offer As the southern gateway to Sydney, the City of and investment initiative aimed at attracting and to help cement Campbelltown as a destination city in Campbelltown is best positioned to make the most of supporting the next generation of jobs, homes its own right. Previous projects including Re-imagining, the unprecedented population growth currently taking and lifestyles. the Health and Education Precinct, and the Community place across and consolidate its The first stage of the Re-imagining Campbelltown Strategic Plan (Campbelltown 2027) will be used to inform the DMP. future as an important economic and lifestyle hub for the CBD project, presented in March at New South Macarthur region. Wales Parliament to a full house of Sydney’s leaders, focused on the vision for the Campbelltown CBD, Greater Sydney’s newest health and the creation of more activated, connected and and medical hub sustainable places. Campbelltown is on track to become an innovative The City of Campbelltown offers a new era of innovation Stage two and onwards of the project, currently out city of health and education excellence, following the and opportunity for the south-west. Our re-imagined INVESTMENT to tender, will focus on the design and establishment council’s recent endorsement of the Campbelltown future city will see Campbelltown take its place as a true of a range of planning tools, such as master planning, Health and Education Precinct (HEP) Vision central business district (CBD), serving one of Australia’s FAST FACTS economic planning and infrastructure planning, as well and Strategy. most dynamic communities. • Population: 164,273 (2017) as implementation and delivery mechanisms. The Campbelltown HEP, developed in collaboration Forecast: 275,775 by 2036 (an increase of Location and connectivity are chief among • with key strategic stakeholders, will play a significant 64.68%) Campbelltown’s many advantages. Campbelltown Night-time economy strategy role in shaping the growth and transformation of the boasts extensive public transport and road networks, Size of LGA: 312 km2 • Council is developing a night‑time economy strategy City of Campbelltown and drive the development of and is ideally located with direct road and rail links to the • GRP: $7.944 billion (2017) and action plan for the Campbelltown CBD, which knowledge-intensive jobs and businesses over the next Sydney CBD, Sydney Airport, , and Businesses: 9,054 (2017) will be informed by the Re-imagining project. Council two decades. the new Western Sydney Airport. • is working to create opportunities for economic and • Local jobs: 49,857 (2017) Council is prioritising research and strategic planning Designated a Metropolitan City Cluster by the Greater employment growth, to encourage a diversity of to encourage development and investment in the Median property value: houses $559,032; units Sydney Commission, the City of Campbelltown is • businesses, experiences and activities across different $422,983 medical and healthcare sector, and, together with the well established to play a leading role in the growing times of the night in the Campbelltown CBD. The stakeholder working group, is actively pursuing the Largest industries: health, education, south‑west and wider Sydney area. By 2036, more than • message is ‘Campbelltown is open for business’. attraction of higher value jobs to the city. 275,000 people will call Campbelltown home, and with and retail this growth comes opportunity – to generate growth in Campbelltown’s outlook has never been so strong. investment; to create local jobs for local people; and to We are putting the City of Campbelltown on the map and are working towards developing connections and transform the city into a dynamic, self-sustainable, liveable City of Campbelltown into a true metropolitan CBD partnerships with a range of stakeholders, public and urban centre where people and business want to be. – we will become a leading centre of health services, private, who can help us deliver our projects and be a Strong business and community partnerships are at the technology‑based enterprises and research activity, part of our city’s vibrant future. Join us on our journey. heart of major projects underway now across the city; surrounded by green space and improved public domain. our collaboration with key stakeholders will ensure that The City of Campbelltown will be known as a strong and these city-changing projects are relevant, practical, distinctive city in its own right; a city that celebrates its inspiring and deliverable. We are transforming the people and places. Ours will be a destination city.

FROM LEFT: Contact details for Western Sydney Campbelltown City Council Campbelltown Bernice Naylor School of Medicine Manager City Marketing and Economy Campbelltown Private Hospital Phone: +61 2 4645 4476 Campbelltown [email protected] Arts Centre campbelltown.nsw.gov.au ABOVE: Campbelltown CBD with vacant business park land

6 WESTERN CITY Local government partners building the Western Parkland City WESTERN CITY Local government partners building the Western Parkland City 7 Tourism and events As part of stage one, the revamped showground will boast: INVEST IN THE CITY Fairfield City is one of the most culturally diverse areas in Australia, with more than 50 per cent of residents born • an international-size football field and an all-weather OF FAIRFIELD overseas and more than 120 different languages spoken. synthetic field It boasts many attractions including family-friendly • festival and events area and AFL/cricket field Fairfield City is the perfect place to start and grow your activities, vibrant cultural festivals, international dining • high-standard lighting for all playing fields experiences and eat streets, diverse shopping choices, business. Strategically located with efficient transport • a new extended awning area for festivals – an beautiful parks and heritage assets. More than 300,000 access to national and international markets, and a skilled undercover area measuring 2070 square metres, people attend the council’s major events each year. and motivated labour force, Fairfield City has a proven with solid flooring, utilities and services track record of successful businesses. Regional multicultural and • an open-sided stage with a roof for concerts, festivals, field games and outdoor cinema sporting centre of excellence • new amenities facility, with restrooms, change will be transformed from a disused rooms and a kiosk harness racing venue into a regional multicultural and The master plan identifies a multicultural and sporting Fairfield City: The perfect place to sporting complex, creating one of the biggest sports, indoor facility and grandstand seating. grow your business FAST FACTS entertainment and festival venues in south-west Sydney. It will host high-level sporting competitions, community Fairfield City is the ideal location to start, grow and conduct • Fairfield is home to more than 15,000 festivals, concerts and outdoor movies. Located in the your business. It offers many advantages, including: businesses with a combined annual output of city’s geographical heart, the showground is close to A around $7.35 billion L010 multiple transport hubs, with 700,000 people currently 1 • a local council committed to supporting industry and S021 The three largest industries are manufacturing actively contributing to the growth and development • utilising the site. Fairfield City Council will commence (12,200 workers), retail trade (8600 workers) PROPOSED NEW ACCESS ROAD of Fairfield City and its economy of stage one in 2018. AWNING and wholesale trade (6200 workers) Undercover stage area • a strategic location in close proximity to major regional EXISTING BITUMEN TRACK • The local economy is growing strongly with 800 markets in Sydney, and with excellent access to other AFL, cricket and additional workers per annum. eventAFL / CRICKET space FIELD parts of New South Wales and Australia

good infrastructure including reliable B • L010

1 telecommunications, electricity and an extensive, well EXISTING MARKET L108 AWNINGS PLAZA FEATURE PAVING DDA/SERVICE connected transport network Industrial precinct PARKING

1 PROPOSED • strong manufacturing, professional service and retail The Smithfield-Wetherill Park Industrial Area is one of the L109 AMENITIES BUILDING EXISTING BUSHLAND sectors to support your business activities largest in the , and makes a major strategically planned industrial areas with few contribution to the New South Wales and Australian • EXISTING PARKLAND 1 economies. It is strategically connected to national and FUNCTION ELITE TURF L110 restrictions to industrial activity EXISTING CENTRE & InternationalFOOTBALL FIELD SyntheticSYNTHETIC TURF GRANDSTAND EXHIBITION VIEWING SOCCER FIELD international transport networks, including the M4 and HALL sportingC MOUND sporting fieldL010 field • cost-competitive industrial, commercial, retail and MAIN ENTRY/ M7 motorways, the new Western Sydney Airport and a TICKET BOOTH residential property options with major potential for nearby intermodel terminal. The industrial area is home to capital growth

nearly 3000 businesses and 20,000 workers. SMITHFIELD ROAD • education and training opportunities at nearby , business colleges and TAFE campuses • significant public facilities, vibrant retail and entertainment sectors, excellent recreational opportunities, cultural events and an abundance of opportunity to engage with the community ABOVE: Fairfield Showground stage 1 construction • a city that welcomes new residents and businesses. LEFT: Fairfield Showground site

Contact details for FROM LEFT: ‌ Fairfield City Council Cultural festivals Rhonda Tyne Smithfield‑Wetherill Director, Community Outcomes Park Industrial Area

Aquatopia water park Phone: +61 2 9725 0897 [email protected] fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au

8 WESTERN CITY Local government partners building the Western Parkland City WESTERN CITY Local government partners building the Western Parkland City 9 HAWKESBURY Western Sydney University Also located within the precinct is the Hawkesbury Campus of Western Sydney University, including 500 CITY COUNCIL academic and administrative staff members and almost 3000 university students.

Hawkesbury City Council is located one hour north-west The Hawkesbury campus currently offers a range of of Sydney. Straddling the , it comprises courses from the School of Nursing and Midwifery; Australia’s third-oldest European settlement, the northern and the School of Science and Health, including area of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Greater Blue environmental science, forensic science, and nutrition Mountains Area, and an economy that includes industrial, and food sciences. commercial, retail, agribusiness and equine activities The Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment is also located on this campus. The institute is a leading centre of excellence in ecosystem function and environmental responses to changing Hawkesbury City Council is also home to the climates, with a reputation for quality Hawkesbury Education, Research and Employment FAST FACTS research. It comprises a team of more Precinct, a cluster of education, defence, aviation than 50 scientists who conduct and equine activities located between Windsor and • Includes an established defence maintenance facility and high-security defence site world-class research across the full Richmond, including the Richmond Royal Australian Air spectrum of life, from the genetic Force (RAAF) base and Western Sydney University. • Home to a university campus with links to to ecosystem level. international research institutions, and a NSW The 2000-hectare precinct is located on the TAFE vocational training centre The Greenhouse Research metropolitan rail network and serviced by the Clarendon Has abundant quality housing with direct access Education Training Facility, and Richmond stations. • to World Heritage–listed areas designed with Wageningen University & Research in RAAF Base Richmond The Netherlands, is helping The only ‘high security’ air base left in the Sydney Australian growers tap into basin, RAAF Base Richmond includes more • Airbus Group Australia Pacific: maintenance, repair, the latest research and than 450 aerospace specialists working in the overhaul and upgrade of RAAF C-130J Hercules and practices within greenhouse following organisations: RAAF AP-3C Orion aircraft crop production to make their StandardAero: maintenance, repair, overhaul and operations more efficient, and • RAAF: home to the C-130J Hercules and C-27J • upgrade of Rolls-Royce AE2100 and T56-A14 engines meet the increased demand for Spartan aircraft GE Aviation: maintenance, repair, overhaul and fresh food that can be delivered • United States Air Force: transitional staging base for • upgrade of RAAF C-130J Hercules and C-27J quickly to markets. It works in C-17 cargo aircraft Spartan aircraft partnership with industry and TAFE • Northrop Grumman: maintenance, repair, overhaul to produce career-ready graduates. CAE: maintenance, repair, overhaul and upgrade of and upgrade of the Rolls-Royce Turbofan engines • C-130J and C-27J flight simulators Work has also commenced on a new powering the BAE Hawk Fighter Trainer for the RAAF, science, technology, engineering and Royal Canadian Air Force and Indian Air Force; and • L3 Aviation Products. mathematics (STEM) high school within the Pratt & Whitney (Canada) PT6 Turboprop powering campus. The new school will be an academically the RAAF PC-9 trainer selective and STEM school catering for 1000

students spanning years 7 to 12. ABOVE: RAAF Hercules aircraft

FROM LEFT: Contact details for

Bilpin Shields Hawkesbury City Council Suzanne Stuart Windsor township Manager, Corporate Communications and river from air

Windsor Heritage Phone: +61 4 7833 1130 Walk, Loder House [email protected] hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au

10 WESTERN CITY Local government partners building the Western Parkland City WESTERN CITY Local government partners building the Western Parkland City 11 INVEST IN THE CITY OF LIVERPOOL LIVERPOOL POPULATION Liverpool City Council has a clear vision of what the 2036 Western Sydney Aerotropolis will be, and is doing the hard work when it comes to shaping its future. 331,000 2031 301,100

2026 274,800 The Aerotropolis will be a dynamic place to work or 2021 study – a place where innovation can flourish. FAST FACTS 241,900 Liverpool, the gateway city to Western Sydney Airport, • More than $1.8 billion in development is the most connected city in Australia. Our location, applications before council 2016 astride the M5 and M7 motorways, the Hume • More than $10 billion in infrastructure and a major rail freight corridor, delivers unsurpassed spending in the region by 2028 214,100 connectivity on the eastern seaboard. • $11.4 billion gross regional product 2011 When the new airport is built in 2026, two-thirds of the • Health and education sector contributes world’s population will be half a day’s flight away. 188,100 $1.7 billion to the economy Major corporations know the strategic advantages of setting up in Liverpool – and appreciate the opportunity to work collaboratively with a stable, future-focused council that understands their needs. Sitting astride the M5, M7, M12, Hume Amazon, global aerospace giant Northrop Grumman and Highway and Southern Freight Line... international logistics leader Toll are just a few of the big international players moving in. Western Sydney Airport ABOVE: Proposed Liverpool Mall Company – the organisation that will build and run the Liverpool is probably the best physically LEFT: Liverpool holds an advantage $5.3 billion airport – is based in the heart of our CBD. with its strategic location connected region in the country. That’s an There is room for much more in the Aerotropolis. enormous natural advantage. Agribusiness, advanced manufacturing and tourism will all have their place in the near future. Mark Pesce Futurist We want to help your organisation make its mark on the Aerotropolis. We’re open for business.

FROM LEFT: ‌ Liverpool’s vision Contact details for for a rapid transit corridor link to Liverpool City Councill Western Sydney Airport Julie Scott Manager City Economy Liverpool nightlife

Dining options Phone: +61 2 8711 7731 [email protected] liverpool.nsw.gov.au

12 WESTERN CITY Local government partners building the Western Parkland City WESTERN CITY Local government partners building the Western Parkland City 13 At the centre of the City Deal is the first stage of the Place North South Rail Link from St Marys to the Western INVEST IN THE It’s the lifestyle and the opportunities Penrith offers that Sydney Airport, and the new Western Sydney attract people to live, work and do business here. The Aerotropolis. This will transform the region, creating a Penrith community enjoys the benefits of great schools, 30-minute city that brings people closer to jobs, health, leading health and education facilities, and major education and recreation. Penrith is making its mark as a place of limitless opportunities. A thriving city regional shopping centres. The region also offers a range with the space, the people and the vision to make things happen. A city where The time to be part of this transformation is now. Join of housing choices, from downtown living, with Penrith and make your mark in Australia’s most impressive urban amenity is balanced with striking natural beauty. A city that will to prestige riverfront properties and acreage properties exciting region. retreats in our rural settings. With a strong sporting be one of the most connected in Australia. A place that is open to new ideas, new culture, we also embrace the arts, entertainment and people and new ways of doing things. A place where there is great potential still Opportunities outdoor adventure. Some of our community’s favourite to be tapped. A place where you can turn your big ideas into reality. We have the space, the passion and the people to turn attractions also make Penrith a great place to visit. your ideas into reality. They include , Sydney International Regatta Centre, Penrith Whitewater Stadium, The Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre and Penrith Regional We believe anything is possible in Penrith. As the heart The Quarter – Penrith’s health and education precinct Art Gallery, and the – just to name a few. of one of the fastest growing regions in Australia, Penrith FAST FACTS is a hub of activity and opportunity. Situated in one of Australia’s fastest growing economies, • Area: 404 km2 The Quarter is a leading centre for health and education, West of Sydney’s CBD, Penrith is located at the point Home to more than 200,000 residents, growing committed to excellence in health care, medical research where Sydney’s north-south growth arc, Australia’s • to 260,000 by 2031 and world-class education in Western Sydney. Spanning most significant future economic corridor, crosses over 300 hectares between Penrith and St Marys, the established east-west connection. Penrith has the • Economic catchment expected to grow to more than a million people by 2031 The Quarter is synonymous with innovative thinking, location, land, infrastructure and strong leadership to collaboration and growth. Already providing 6000 jobs, provide limitless opportunities. • Higher median household income than Greater The Quarter Action Plan and supporting partners will Sydney We value partnerships and collaboration that deliver create an additional 6000 jobs in the next 10 years. High workforce participation – game-changing catalytic developments to maximise • www.thequarter.org.au lower than state and national average the benefits of the new Western Sydney Airport and associated infrastructure. Some projects already • Closest city centre to Western Sydney Airport City centre underway in Penrith include The Quarter – Penrith’s • 47.8 ha of city centre land owned by council With more than 47.8 hectares in the heart of Penrith health and education precinct, and Sydney Science Park. owned by council, we’re leveraging our property portfolio to drive transformation and growth to create As the closest major centre to the new international a more vibrant, productive and liveable city centre. Western Sydney Airport, Penrith will be central to the Our city boasts a remarkable lifestyle, where Development approval has been given to an A-grade success of this significant investment. residents have access to pristine natural assets, open commercial building ready to house quality tenants and Council is committed to maximising the benefits of the spaces, lifestyle-balance, recreational activities and we’re also planning for a new City Park. airport by stimulating economic investment in Penrith to urban amenity. create 55,000 new local jobs by 2031. We’re committed Economic development And this is set to be even better; through the landmark to working with others to deliver innovative and Western Sydney City Deal, Penrith is strategically We’re building the New West, with a bold vision to remarkable results for our community. positioned to capitalise on extensive government create 55,000 additional jobs by 2031. These will With so many major projects in the pipeline to support commitments that will unlock opportunities in be created in the health, education, arts, advanced our fast-growing region, Penrith will benefit from education, business, liveability and employment for the manufacturing, advanced logistics and tourism sectors. the most significant infrastructure investment by the region and its residents. Australian and New South Wales governments. ABOVE: Penrith is the axis where the powerful Western Sydney Airport Growth Area east-west economic corridor and emerging north-south corridor intersect Penrith and Liverpool councils are working with the NSW Government on this exciting 16,000 hectare precinct, FROM LEFT: which will support Western Sydney’s aspirations as a Contact details for Penrith has a vibrant ‘30-minute city’, where jobs and housing are within easy night-time economy reach and well connected. This includes Celestino’s Penrith City Council Planning for a $5 billion Sydney Science Park, which will become an Kylie Powell new urban heart is internationally recognised epicentre of research and Executive Manager – City Economy and underway (artist’s impression) development, with 12,000 knowledge‑based jobs, Planning 10,000 students and more than 10,000 residents. Penrith’s annual Phone: +61 2 4732 7580 REAL Festival draws thousands to our [email protected] beautiful natural PenrithNewWest.com.au river setting

14 WESTERN CITY Local government partners building the Western Parkland City WESTERN CITY Local government partners building the Western Parkland City 15 Economic profile INVEST IN The three largest employment industries within Wollondilly are construction, mining and manufacturing. WOLLONDILLY SHIRE These industries provide a large proportion of the jobs within the shire, offer many investment opportunities Wollondilly Shire is located on the south-western fringe and contribute largely to the local economy. Emerging of Sydney at the foothills of the Southern Highlands – sectors with employment growth are: an advantageous location in close proximity to Sydney, • agriculture and aquaculture Wollongong, Canberra and the new Aerotropolis and • healthcare and social assistance Western Sydney Airport. • education and training. The future economy will be diverse and strike a balance between new and old, inspiring investment and jobs from existing and new Wollondilly Shire covers 2,560 square kilometres businesses while protecting the rural and encompasses the Greater Blue Mountains World FAST FACTS lifestyle and quality of life that the Heritage Area to the west, and the escarpment current community enjoys. Easily connected to Sydney, Canberra, overlooking Wollongong to the east. • Key objectives for our economic Wollongong and Western Sydney Airport The Shire is a patchwork of agricultural lands, rural vision include: • Population: 50,877 (2016) landscapes, bushland, and separate towns and villages. • Economic diversity: Ensuring Priority growth area – forecast population • that the economy is Wollondilly has a rich farming history dating back to the growth of 51.46 per cent (2036) early European settlers, who followed the ’s diverse will ensure future • Land area: 255,697 ha (2,557 km2) famous straying cattle to the ‘cowpastures’. This location sustainability and help to (around the Menangle and Camden Park area) was the • Proactive and engaging council – easy to create a vibrant economy. do business birthplace of modern agriculture in Australia, and from • Smart Shire Strategy: This that time onwards, agriculture has been integral to is our commitment and plan the development, character, economy and identity of for proactive engagement the shire. with digital technologies. Improved connectivity, Today, the shire continues to be proudly ‘rural’. The more real‑time information, community values this identity and character and the increased innovation and unique lifestyle opportunities of being in a rural setting online convenience will enhance within close proximity of Sydney, Canberra, Wollongong liveability, sustainability and and the new Western Sydney Airport. This context, productivity for residents, business where we are on the periphery (or edge) of the city, is and visitors through the application of referred to as being ‘peri-urban’. smart technologies. Peri-urban lands typically comprise a mix of urban and • More jobs: Generating more local jobs will rural residential areas with productive agricultural lands, create opportunities for more residents to work biodiversity areas and diverse topographies. closer to home. Peri-urban areas such as Wollondilly have enormous • More investment: Recruiting new capital investments environmental, economic and social value and are will support future jobs growth and diversification. The ABOVE: Burragorang Valley, home to Sydney’s water supply critical to the future resilience and functioning of Sydney achievement of the economic vision will support the as a whole. advancement of the community vision and the overall growth and development of the Wollondilly Shire. • Implementation of the Wollondilly Destination Management Plan will leverage tourism, investment LEFT: and infrastructure opportunities including Western Contact details for Greenfield Sydney Airport. Wollondilly Shire Council development sites Mr Kevin Abey Agribusiness Tourism and Business Investment Manager opportunities

Business parks Phone: +61 4 3821 4033 [email protected] wollondilly.nsw.gov.au

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The Western Sydney City Deal acknowledges the individual positions taken by the councils of the Western Parkland City regarding Australian and New South Wales government policy.

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