The Albanese Government has reappointed Mr Paul O'Sullivan as the Chair of the WSA Co Limited (WSA) Board for a two-year term.
Mr O'Sullivan is the inaugural Chair of the WSA Board whose leadership has guided the success of the Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport (WSI) project to date.
Mr O'Sullivan's reappointment provides continuity to the WSA Board as the airport moves from the construction phase to operations. Comprehensive testing of the new airport is now underway, with domestic, international and air cargo flights on track to commence from the second half of 2026.
Mr O'Sullivan is an experienced leader and currently serves as Chair of ANZ Bank and Chair of St Vincent's Health Australia. His experience includes roles as the former Chair and CEO of Optus Australia and Group Consumer, Singtel Singapore.
Quotes attributable to Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Minister Catherine King:
"As Chair of the WSA Board, Paul O'Sullivan has overseen incredible progress at Western Sydney International as it has been transformed from a greenfield, into the country's most technologically advanced airport.
"Now we're pleased to announce Mr O'Sullivan will continue to provide his leadership and expertise as Chair as the airport transitions from construction to operations.
"It will be a big two years as the airport prepares to start welcoming flights from the second half of 2026, but we know Paul and his board are up for the challenge."
Quotes attributable to Finance Minister Katy Gallagher:
"Mr O'Sullivan has played a pivotal role in laying the foundations for the new Western Sydney International Airport.
"His reappointment today puts the WSA Board in a strong position to continue this important work as we deliver a world-class airport for Sydney's growing western suburbs."
