With respect for Aboriginal cultural protocol and out of recognition that its campuses occupy their traditional lands, Western Sydney University acknowledges the Darug, Dharawal, Gadigal, Gundungurra and Wiradjuri peoples and thanks them for their support of its work in their lands (Greater Western Sydney and beyond).
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The Centre for Western Sydney combines Western Sydney University's world-class research expertise with frank and fearless advocacy on issues of importance to Western Sydney. The work of the Centre is guided by its ambition for a thriving Western Sydney that is understood and respected for its strengths and contributions regionally, nationally, and internationally. Delivered through a strong politics of listening, the Centre aims to drive informed dialogue and action with, and for, it’s region.
Unlimited Potential: An Update on Western Sydney’s Economy
12 December 2025
This report provides an update on Western Sydney’s economic performance, examining key indicators such as jobs, productivity, income and participation, and assessing progress against the region’s long-term economic transformation goals.
Climate Vulnerability in Western Sydney
30 October 2025
This report examines how climate change is shaping risk across Western Sydney, highlighting how social and economic inequalities increase exposure to hazards such as heatwaves, floods and bushfires, and reduce the capacity of communities to adapt and recover.
First Nations Digital Inclusion in Western Sydney: Community Report
16 July 2025
This community report explains the findings of the First Nations Digital Inclusion research project in Western Sydney.
First Nations Digital Inclusion in Western Sydney
16 July 2025
This report explores the digital experiences of First Nations peoples in Western Sydney, highlighting barriers to access, affordability and digital skills, and providing community-led recommendations to improve inclusion.
Western Sydney Decides: Federal Election 2025
4 April 2025
This special report shows how Australia’s fastest growing, most diverse, and politically contested region will shape the 2025 Federal election.
Past Publications
2024
Digital Equity & Education
4 December 2024
Unless action is taken to ensure equal access to devices, internet and essential digital skills for all learners, many school students risk falling behind.
Tackling Inactivity and Inequity
21 November 2024
A systems approach to improving access to physical activity, sport and recreation in Western Sydney.
Unleashing Creativity
21 November 2024
Strategies for growing Western Sydney's creative industries.
Unlimited Potential
7 November 2024
An ambitious 30-year economic blueprint for reshaping the future of Western
Advancing Anti-Racism
29 July 2024
This issues paper evaluates current initiatives, strengths and challenges in Western Sydney and proposes a whole-of-region framework to establish a common language and set of aspirations for local anti-racism efforts.
Double or Nothing?
8 March 2024
This report analyses the impact of Stage 3 tax cuts, showing how outcomes vary across different parts of Sydney.
Unlimited Potential
22 February 2024
A bold economic plan that could see Western Sydney add $100 billion to the state’s economy and 675,000 extra local jobs over the next decade.
2023
Home Truths
9 November 2023
A new report has found Western Sydney is at the epicentre of the state’s housing crisis, with the squeeze only likely to worsen.
Inside Western Sydney’s gambling harm epidemic
20 October 2023
The second in a series on the effects of gambling in Western Sydney, identifying key locations responsible for a significant share of Sydney’s gambling losses.
Western Sydney Votes – The Voice Referendum
16 October 2023
A preliminary analysis of the Voice referendum results across Western Sydney electorates.
Bridging the Divide
22 September 2023
This issues paper examines the relationships between education, income and identity for key groups in Western Sydney.
Pasifika communities in Australia
31 August 2023
With the Australian Pasifika Educators Network (APEN), we assess the challenges, progress and unique contributions of Pasifika communities nationwide.
Western Sydney Progress and Prospects
19 July 2023
With the Committee for Sydney and Deloitte we outline the progress that has been made in our region in the past decade.
Liveability in Western Sydney
15 May 2023
Commissioned by the NSW Government, this report identifies how the WestInvest Program is likely to impact liveability.
Western Sydney Votes – NSW Election 2023: The Results
11 May 2023
This report analyses the results of the 2023 NSW election, focusing on voting patterns and key issues in Western Sydney.
Parramatta 2035: Community Views on the Future of Our Region
3 May 2023
This report presents community perspectives on the future of Greater Parramatta, including key priorities and aspirations.
State of the Arts in Western Sydney
16 March 2023
This report examines arts funding in Western Sydney, highlighting disparities compared to other parts of Sydney.
Western Sydney Votes – NSW Election 2023
14 March 2023
This pre-election report explores key issues and voter trends shaping the 2023 NSW election in Western Sydney.
Gambling-Related Harm in Western Sydney
6 February 2023
This report examines the social and economic impacts of gambling harm in Western Sydney communities.
2022
Untapped Talent
28 October 2022
This issues paper explores workforce potential in Western Sydney and the barriers limiting access to opportunity.
Parramatta 2035: Vibrant, Sustainable, Global
6 October 2022
This report outlines a long-term vision for Parramatta as a globally connected, sustainable and vibrant city.
Western Sydney Votes – Federal Election 2022: The Results
6 June 2022
This report analyses voting behaviour in Western Sydney following the 2022 federal election.
Western Sydney Votes – Federal Election 2022
16 May 2022
This pre-election report examines key issues and trends influencing voters in Western Sydney.
2021
Mid-Term Report Card
23 March 2021
The ‘Mid-Term Report Card’ assessed the NSW Government’s performance in Western Sydney over the first half of its parliamentary term in 2021.
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