At a Glance
• Approximately 410 million dollars in recent NSW Government commitments
• Major WestInvest projects reshaping arts, transport, recreation and resilience
• Bipartisan support for improved airport connectivity and regional infrastructure
• Continued advocacy for the Community and Justice Precinct and hospital expansion

A Defining Funding Moment

Over recent weeks, Campbelltown has received record levels of financial commitment from the NSW Government, alongside significant election pledges from all sides of politics.

At the time of writing, approximately 410 million dollars has been committed to projects that will directly or proportionally benefit our Local Government Area. This includes Council allocation and competitive WestInvest funding, major investment in the Australian Botanic Garden at Mount Annan, shared health hub funding, road repair programs and a range of targeted community infrastructure grants.

In total, at the time of publishing this Minute, I am pleased to report that Campbelltown has received approximately $410 million in recently committed funding from the NSW Government.

In reflecting on the scale of this investment, I am reminded that sustained advocacy, credible planning and regional collaboration are essential precursors to success. These commitments did not arise in isolation. They are the result of years of strategic preparation and consistent engagement.

WestInvest and City Shaping Delivery

Through the Council allocation of WestInvest, we secured 26.6 million dollars to distribute across projects that enhance liveability and local character. These include the transformation of Queen Street, expansion of active transport links, revitalisation of Glenfield Town Centre, youth precinct improvements and activation of riverfront and parkland assets.

Each project reflects a philosophy I have long supported. City building must occur at multiple scales. It must strengthen neighbourhood identity while reinforcing metropolitan connectivity.

The competitive round of WestInvest has delivered approximately 145.6 million dollars in additional funding. This includes 79 million dollars for the expansion of the Campbelltown Arts Centre, incorporating a new theatre, rehearsal spaces and community facilities. It includes funding for bridge replacement at Glenfield, a Sports and Health Centre of Excellence, connectivity improvements within the Health and Education Precinct and multiple community resilience hubs.

These projects demonstrate that liveability is multidimensional. It encompasses arts and culture, transport infrastructure, sport, environmental design and social resilience.

Council has established a dedicated Project Management Office to ensure disciplined oversight of delivery. Funding is only the first step. Governance, sequencing and execution will determine success.

Regional Advocacy and Shared Infrastructure

In addition to WestInvest, we have secured road repair funding and targeted upgrades to reserves, drainage systems and community facilities. These investments respond to both growth pressures and environmental challenges.

Beyond direct funding, we have also seen bipartisan commitments in the lead up to the State election that will significantly influence Campbelltown’s trajectory.

Rapid bus connections to Western Sydney International Airport, business cases for metro connectivity and further integration into the broader Sydney transport network represent structural improvements. Transport connectivity is not simply about mobility. It shapes employment access, investment patterns and urban confidence.

As Chair of The Parks Mayoral Forum, I have advocated for commitments that benefit not only Campbelltown but the Western Parkland City as a whole. Regional cohesion strengthens local outcomes.

Justice, Health and Economic Capacity

Despite these achievements, our advocacy must continue. The redevelopment of the NSW Courts within the Community and Justice Precinct remains essential. Campbelltown’s court capacity does not reflect its population growth or regional function.

Similarly, Stage 3 of Campbelltown Hospital and major road delivery remain critical to sustaining growth. Infrastructure lag erodes public confidence and constrains opportunity.

We have also welcomed proposals such as specialist Domestic and Family Violence Courts, potential Manufacturing Centres of Excellence and educational facility enhancements. Each initiative contributes to a more diversified and resilient local economy.

In reflecting on these commitments, what becomes clear is that city building is cumulative. Arts infrastructure supports cultural vitality. Transport links support employment. Health and justice facilities support social stability. Together, they create a platform for prosperity.

A Moment of Institutional Responsibility

While election periods generate announcements, the responsibility for implementation endures beyond the campaign cycle. Regardless of political persuasion, we must work constructively with the incoming Government.

I have always believed that advocacy should be principled rather than partisan. Our role is to articulate need, provide evidence and collaborate in good faith.

The volume of recent commitments signals confidence in Campbelltown’s strategic direction. It also increases our responsibility to deliver projects efficiently and transparently.

Reflection

This moment represents more than a funding milestone. It reflects the maturation of Campbelltown’s institutional capability and regional standing.

Over 400 million dollars in commitments provides unprecedented opportunity. Yet opportunity must be stewarded carefully. The next phase demands disciplined implementation, sustained advocacy for outstanding priorities and continued collaboration across tiers of government.

As we approach the State election, I extend my best wishes to all candidates. Whatever the outcome, our focus remains constant. To ensure that Campbelltown’s growth is matched by infrastructure, connectivity and opportunity worthy of our community’s aspirations.

Read the original Mayoral Minute here: 3. WestInvest and Election Promises