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DISCOVERING THE GREAT WEST WALK
Stretching all the way from Parramatta in the east to Katoomba, Blue Mountains in the west, is the Great West Walk. An epic 140km recreational trail catered for every kind of walker. Starting and ending at multiple points throughout and with so much to see and do, you can choose your day and how you spend it, making it one of the greatest walks found in Western Sydney.


EBENEZER, A GETAWAY IN THE HAWKESBURY
The Hawkesbury has a certain magic to it, and a day out in Ebenezer is one of the very best kind. Located on the traditional lands of the Darug and Darkinjung peoples, Ebenezer is one of those wonderful places where you can experience both the colonial history of Australia and yet feel like you’re on an unexpected getaway.


A VISIT TO PENRITH'S NEWEST DINING PRECINCT
Penrith is a city known as a food and nightlife mecca, and now a visit is even more enticing with a new dining district known as Manufactor. A site that began life as a copper tube manufacturing plant in 1961, its purpose has been reinvented. Found on the traditional lands of the Dharug people, join WEST as we explore this exciting new destination.


DISCOVERING GULAB JAMUN AND INDIAN DESSERTS IN WESTERN SYDNEY
Founder of The Modern Desi Co, Bhavna Kalra Shivalkar, takes us all on a delightful adventure through Western Sydney, sharing with us Indian desserts that taste like a piece of her homeland. Bhavna is a Mumbai-born, Sydney-based entrepreneur with 12 years of experience in the food industry, focusing on Indian cuisine and cultural immersion. Bhavna designs distinctive Indian cooking classes and food tours that provide cultural insights, showcasing the diversity and variety of


PERFORMING ARTS IN THE DILLY
On the traditional land of Dharawal and Gundungurra peoples, Wollondilly, or the Dilly as it is affectionately known, has always been a place of great beauty and artistic endeavour. With the Wollondilly Performing Arts Centre now calling Picton home, locals are embracing artistry, creativity and an inclusive community for all.


Yankstown - The Surprising Bankstown Aviation Heritage
Located on the traditional lands of the Darug people, is Bankstown Airport, one of the most important airfields in Australia. Home to many essential aeromedical organisations, it is enshrined in Australian World War II aviation history, playing a pivotal role in Allied war efforts.


HATS OFF TO CENTRAL COAST AND HUNTER REGION
Explore some of the hatted restaurants on the Central Coast, in Newcastle and the Hunter Valley


Undiscovered Lidcombe: A guide to a great day out
Lidcombe is a small multicultural suburb nestled between Auburn and Rookwood Cemetery.


WHAT'S ON AROUND WESTERN SYDNEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
WEST has curated a list of experiences and destinations that will surprise you, that are within a 25-minute drive of the airport.


MORE THAN BOOKS: GREAT LIBRARIES OF WESTERN SYDNEY
Libraries have long been public places made for community, with reading spaces, book collections, and quiet areas. Yet, in an age of...


NEW TOWN THAI: REAL FLAVOUR, REAL THAI
The newest venue inside West HQ in the heart of Greater Sydney, New Town Thai completely wowed WEST from the moment we stepped inside.


FIVE FAVES FROM A WESTERN SYDNEY FOODIE
At WEST, we know that Western Sydney is filled with culinary gems that everyone needs to know about. We also love meeting local Western...


WINERIES AND SMALL BARS IN THE SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS
Experience the charm of wineries and small bars in Southern Highlands. Sip on local wines, indulge in delicious food, and enjoy the view.


MUST-VISIT BARS IN PENRITH
There are not many suburbs as proud as Penrith. Rallying behind their beloved Penrith Panthers, the area has a contagiously passionate...


HAWKESBURY’S HISTORIC PUBS
Dotted with historic pubs that have operated for over 200 years, the Hawkesbury region is soaked in history and ready to be explored. A...


MUST-VISIT RESTAURANTS IN THE HILLS SHIRE
During our travels around the Hills Shire, we continually stumble upon high-quality restaurants doing brilliant things with food. And...
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