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The Sydney Region

 

What is the Sydney Region?

Sydney = stunning natural environments, characterised by beautiful waterways, national parks and pristine native habitats.

The Sydney Region is comprised of 41 local Government areas (LGA’s), and is bounded by Pittwater, Hawkesbury, Blue Mountains, Wollondilly and Sutherland. With an estimated population of 4,188,461 in 2009, Sydney offers the most exciting opportunities for sustainable economic development in the Asia Pacific.

Sydney:

  • Had an estimated gross regional product (in 2008-09), of $257.9 billion, making it approximately the same as the Thailand economy.
  • Is ranked third in Asia and 22nd in the world for social and economic innovation, across 31 sectors in the Innovation Cities Index by innovation agency 2thinknow.
  • Sydney is the leading tourism destination for international travel to and from Australia.
  • Hosts an extensive rail network and international airport, which are both the largest facilities of their type in Australia. 
  • With a current population of 4,188 461, Sydney is expected to grow to 5,557,30 (according to AECgroup), by 2036, equating to an average annual growth rate of 1.1 per cent between 2006 and 2036. 
  • Has a diverse and dynamic ethnic mix with 31.7 per cent of the population of Sydney born overseas, compared with just 22.2 per cent of the overall Australian population.

 

Some key focus areas for Sydney include: finance & insurance services, manufacturing, retail & wholesale trade, healthcare & social assistance, professional scientific & technical services.

Click here for more on the Strength of Sydney's Regions.

 

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Last Updated: 16 May 2012