Introducing the Bradfield Development Authority
On 1 July 2024, the Western Parkland City Authority became the Bradfield Development Authority (BDA), led by new CEO Ken Morrison.
We’re focused on building a stronger future for Western Sydney by delivering Bradfield City Centre and attracting investment to the Western Sydney Aerotropolis.
We look forward to continue to partner with industry, businesses, and the community on this exciting work.
Bradfield City Centre Master Plan approved
In September, Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Paul Scully announced the approval of the Bradfield City Centre Master Plan.
The Master Plan outlines how the city will grow over time, laying the foundations for 10,000 homes, 20,000 jobs, investment opportunities and industry growth, and more than 36 hectares of green open space to be enjoyed by residents, workers and visitors.
It will guide the development of Bradfield City Centre into a thriving 24-hour, 7-day ecosystem of culture, creativity, and innovation for years to come.
Women shaping Bradfield City Centre
Earlier this year we celebrated 6 women helping to shape Australia’s newest city.
Bringing expertise, talent and passion to their roles, the women – Jodie Vo, Project Manager (BDA), Marybeth Abraham, Cadet Project Officer and Yerin Lee, Student Project Manager (NSW Public Works), Azin Danesh, Senior Contract Administrator and Amanda Bruhn, Construction Cadet (Taylor), and Gina Field, Managing Director (Nepean Regional Security) – work across all areas of delivery at Bradfield City Centre.
Generating new opportunities for women to work in advanced industries like aerospace, defence, advanced manufacturing, medtech and circular economy, Bradfield City Centre will deliver economic empowerment with women given parallel chances to earn, learn and lead.
First Building nearing completion
Walls up, roof on, windows installed, and nearing completion!
The First Building – housing industry tenants and Stage 1 of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Facility (AMRF) – is the start of a new industry-led ecosystem to connect and attract local and global industry partners and nurturing a workforce skilled for the future.
Beating heart of Bradfield City Centre
The design for Bradfield City Centre’s impressive Central Park – a beautiful, sustainable landmark city space - was unveiled in July.
A major asset for Western Sydney, residents and visitors to Bradfield City Centre will enjoy the world-class 2-hectare open space that will be the main civic, gathering place and welcoming point for visitors as they step off the short metro ride from the new Western Sydney International airport.
Central Park was Designed with Country and will be a beautiful, functional space to gather, play, rest, and connect to nature, providing a natural backdrop for arts and cultural events.
Due to open alongside the Bradfield Metro Station, it is part of more than 36 hectares of stunning open space planned for Bradfield City Centre.
Central Park features
- Iconic Skyring installation celebrating Sky Country.
- Gathering Ground for community and cultural events, with a capacity of more than 5,000 people.
- More than 570 mature trees and 73,000 native plants.
- Interwoven Heart featuring Dharug weaving and woven play to enhance exploration, play, education, shade and celebration of First Nations culture.
First land release progressing
Following an earlier expression of interest process, a shortlist of leading developers have now been invited to progress their proposals to develop Superlot 1.
Set across 4.8 hectares, Superlot 1 will provide 1,000 new homes, as well as commercial, education, research, hotel, retail, and hospitality facilities.
Located a short walk from the future Bradfield Metro Station and Central Park, people living and working in Superlot 1 will have transport options available to them from day one.
The AMRF steals the show at Australian Manufacturing Week
The Advanced Manufacturing Readiness Facility (AMRF) team showcased some of the exciting technology that will be available to businesses of all sizes at Australian Manufacturing Week.
Visitors spoke with our in-house industry experts and watched live demonstrations of the DMG Mori Multi-Axis Turn-Mill, a precision machine destined for the First Building in Bradfield City Centre.
The AMRF will play an important role in the growth of advanced manufacturing in NSW, helping local manufacturers to unlock global opportunities, scale up and create more high-value jobs for the people of Western Sydney.
Deadly Arts on display
To mark National Reconciliation Week 2024, we partnered with Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High School to display artworks created by the talented students in the Deadly Arts program.
The program provides an opportunity for students to connect with their cultural identity and ancestral connections through art.
The exhibition highlighted the diverse and vibrant array of Deadly Arts practiced within the school, nurturing a deeper connection to culture and heritage within our community.
Thank you to all the students who created these amazing artworks for the community to enjoy!
Out and about with the community
We love getting amongst the community and chatting about all things Bradfield City Centre and the Aerotropolis.
In August, our stall was a hive of activity across two days at the Penrith Show.
We were flying high in June at the Western Sydney International (WSI) Airport Community Open Day, chatting to hundreds of visitors across the day.
In May, we joined NSW Government agencies and local councils at Bringelly Community Hall to talk to community members about projects and works underway near them.
If you see us out and about at event, please come say hi to the team and learn more about the exciting work underway at Bradfield City Centre.
