Liverpool City Council's Mayor Ned Mannoun addressed members and guests gathered at The William Inglis Hotel for the Western Sydney Business Connection's signature event, the 18th Annual State of the Region Address.
Council was a major partner of the State of the Region event which plays a pivotal part in driving the growth of Liverpool and the South West by bringing together business leaders and decision makers to engage and connect from across Western Sydney.
Mayor Mannoun joined an honourable list of speakers including the NSW Premier The Hon Dominic Perrottet MP who delivered his first State of the Region Address who provided insights into his government's progress, priorities and plans for Western Sydney.
Mayor Ned Mannoun said the South West is truly driving the future of Sydney, and Liverpool is the heart of the South West.
"We are providing the places for Australians to have the opportunity to build their dream homes and the industrial and warehouse space for people to open up their dream businesses. With the opening of the new Airport in 2026, and all the associated jobs and business growth in the surrounding Aerotropolis, the western half of Liverpool will contribute even more to our economy."
"We are doing the heavy lifting for Sydney and we are very proud of it. Let us build the amazing city that is Western Sydney and South West Sydney. For those Councils in Western Sydney that are doing the hard work, they should be rewarded in working with the State Government to ensure we are able to deliver great outcomes for our people," said Mayor Mannoun.
Mayor Mannoun discussed the growing appetite of the South West for more recreational opportunities in the region.
"A world-class, multipurpose stadium in Liverpool supported by improved transport links should play a role in the further growth and development of the South West. The ability to hold major sporting and concert events within Liverpool opens up a world of opportunities and has the potential to create over 120 new jobs for local people."
Facilities of this magnitude will solidify Liverpool's role as the hub of the South West and also provide many more opportunities for businesses.
"We have a highly educated young population, and more opportunities are becoming available for professionals to work in our region," said Mayor Mannoun.
The NSW Government's $790 million investment in the Liverpool Health and Academic Precinct, will help to further diversify Liverpool's labour force across many areas including advanced manufacturing, automation, and logistics.
By 2036, Liverpool is predicted to have 30,000 health and knowledge workers, representing almost 25 percent of the workforce.
