The Aerotropolis will create an innovation precinct and a home for technology, science and creative industries, ensuring the Western Parkland City has:
- World class jobs that will sustain prosperity within the region, creating more than 100,000 new job opportunities across the Aerotropolis Core, Badgerys Creek, Northern Gateway and Agribusiness Precincts by 2056 - the biggest jobs boom in NSW’s history
- Excellent access and connectivity, provided through public infrastructure
- Excellent liveability, where a 'beyond business as usual' approach will focus on creating a cooler and greener city.
The Aerotropolis will make the most of the Western Sydney Infrastructure Plan, a NSW and Federal Government investment program to upgrade rail and roads including:
Bringelly Road upgrade
Elizabeth Drive
M12 Motorway linking the M7 Motorway to the Western Sydney International (Nancy Bird Walton) Airport
The Northern Road upgrade
Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport.
By combining jobs, connectivity and liveability, the Aerotropolis ensures the Western Parkland City can be resilient and adaptable into the future.
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Western Sydney Aerotropolis Construction Timeline
2014–2016:
– Federal Government confirms Badgerys Creek as the site for the new airport.
2016:
– Initial studies and infrastructure planning begin.
2018:
– Western Sydney City Deal signed by Federal, NSW, and 8 local governments.
Late 2018:
– Establishment of the Western Sydney Planning Partnership and early precinct planning.
2019:
– Release of the Draft Western Sydney Aerotropolis Plan.
2020:
– NSW Government establishes the Western Parkland City Authority.
– Initial rezoning of the Aerotropolis Core and Northern Gateway precincts.
2021:
– Infrastructure investment commitment (over $20 billion for roads, utilities, and rail).
– Construction begins on the M12 Motorway.
2022:
– Major earthworks commence at Western Sydney International Airport site.
– Ongoing community consultation and infrastructure approvals.
2023:
– Civil construction ramps up at the airport and Aerotropolis precincts.
– Planning for Bradfield City Centre advances.
2024:
– Vertical construction begins in Bradfield (R&D, manufacturing).
– Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport rail line under construction.
2025–2026:
– First phase of Bradfield City Centre opens.
– Education and innovation hubs begin development.
2026:
– Completion of major utilities and infrastructure.
2027:
– Western Sydney International Airport opens.
2028–2031:
– Growth of Bradfield and Aerotropolis Core.
– Industrial and education precincts expand.