Some suburbs have a way of putting you at ease, and Belfield is one such place. It emanates a friendly, relaxed energy, one that invites you to stay awhile. Located on the traditional lands of the Dharug people, Belfield is also where you will find some of the earliest war service homes in Australia.

Surrounded by scenic beauty in the cool-climate region of the Southern Highlands, lies the historic village of Sutton Forest. Located on Gundungurra and Dharawal land, it is one of the earliest colonial settlements outside of Sydney. Located on Gundungurra and Dharawal land, it is one of the earliest colonial settlements outside of Sydney. It is also home to Hillview Estate, the former country residence of NSW Governors from 1882 to 1958, now acquired by The King’s Foundation

For the best of three worlds – shopping, eating and playing – Western Sydney’s Eastern Creek Quarter (ECQ) Outlet brings a whole new level of fun to a day out. Located at the crossroads of the M4 and M7 Motorways on Dharug land, it brings together some of the world’s most recognisable fashion names and Australian favourites, while also interweaving First Nations public art and storytelling into the retail and dining experience. Combined with a visit to WEST HQ and Coliseum Th

If ever there was a suburb known as a foodie haven, then Earlwood would be right up there. Known for its melting pot of cuisines, riverside nature trails and long-standing Greek community, Earlwood, on Dharug land, is a day made for a foodie adventure.

For a day out that feels a world away, one immersed in nature, curious discoveries and local life, Oakdale and the Burragorang State Conservation Area are the ideal destinations. Within the Wollondilly Shire and on the traditional lands of the Dharawal and Gundungurra people, the Burragorang Lookout is found here, one of the most spectacular lookout spots in New South Wales.

Turning off the Camden Bypass and following the curves of Burragorang Road, you’ll soon arrive in the cosy village of The Oaks. Coined by English botanist George Caley for the she-oaks in the area, it is one of the oldest settled areas in the Macarthur region, established in the 1820s. Located on the traditional lands of the Dharawal and Gundungurra people, The Oaks is a suburb where you will find heritage and country charm in abundance.

There are moments of magnitude that mark the beginning of something new. Not simply a launch, but the gathering of people, ideas, stories and communities, connected by a shared belief in discovery and connection. On Tuesday 26th May, inside the historic surroundings of NSW Parliament, The WEST Journal proudly launched The WEST Journal App - a global discovery platform built with purpose, designed to transform the way people explore the world around them.

At its core, The WEST Journal App makes discovery easier, more human, and more deeply connected to Country and to place. Rather than searching across multiple platforms, WEST centralises everything into a single, intuitive space. It’s where you can find, save, plan and share everything you see and love - turning inspiration into real-life plans.

Tallawong is a relatively new suburb, located on the traditional lands of the Dharug people, formed from parts of Schofields and Rouse Hill in 2020. Transformed into a high-density residential hub centred around Tallawong Metro and Tallawong Village, it offers a lively village atmosphere, alongside moments of calm while visiting the serene Buddhist temple along First Ponds Creek.

Standing proudly at the interchange of the newly opened Warami Drive / M12 Motorway, is a striking piece of architecture, and a powerful Welcome to Country, The Great Emu in the Sky. Soaring 30 metres high, it is a sculpture sharing the Dharug story of the Great Emu constellation, of how Mariong, the Emu and Mother Spirit, became the Milky Way.

Green Valley is a suburb found on the traditional lands of the Cabrogal people. Once covered in Eucalyptus forests and home to market gardeners, dairymen and poultry farmers, it is now a thriving residential suburb with a diverse and interesting community, reflected in the wonderful cuisine you can find here.

Within the suburb of Campbelltown is East Campbelltown, once home to the Soldiers' Settlement, a government resettlement scheme granting WWI veterans small blocks of land for poultry farming. Now a residential area residing on Dharawal land, join WEST as we visit a place where you can feel like a local, thanks to the community spirit found within.

Within the evergreen The Hills Shire, you will find The Gables, a community neighbourhood designed with families and green spaces in mind. From imaginative playgrounds to quality sports grounds and amenities, it’s an inviting place to spend a day outdoors. Located on Dharug land, join WEST as we take you on a day of exploring.

Bordering the Parramatta River, Rydalmere is a suburb known for its industrial precinct and relaxed, riverside lifestyle. The Burramattagal Clan of the Dharug people are the original custodians of this land, relying on the river for food such as eels and fish. Today, Rydalmere’s peaceful river walk, ferry connections and residential feel make it a lovely place to visit.

Once a thriving bricking making area in the 1970’s, the suburb of Merrylands West has since replaced the clay extraction pits and kilns for one of its most treasured features, the tranquil 12-hectare Central Gardens Nature Reserve. Though modest in size, it is a suburb on Dharug land rich in charm, shaped by its strong sense of community and vibrant multicultural cuisine.

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.

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

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.