What is good for Western Sydney is good for NSW

Newly installed NSW opposition leader John Robertson has followed Premier Barry O'Farrell's lead and taken on the role of shadow minister for Western Sydney. This Chamber has, for some time now, decried the low priority given to Western Sydney and in particular the North West sector. Now it appears that the recent landslide victory to the coalition has made it as clear as only voting can, that both parties are wise to heed those who lobby for Western Sydney.

Taking the economy of Western Sydney for granted and not having a specific and focused plan for the region will ultimately flow over into taking the people for granted. While the Chamber enjoyed a very good working relationship with local members of the previous government, former Premier Rees and Minister Borger, what was needed was a whole of government approach.

Now it appears that the new Premier is determined to look at big picture Western Sydney and an "energetic" opposition leader will be making a contribution to any debate on what is best for the region.

This is indeed very good news; for everyone. What is good for Western Sydney is good for NSW.

Trevor Oldfield

President