Inside the Making of Australia’s First New City in 100 Years

Bradfield City Centre marks Australia’s first entirely new city development in over a century, situated in the Western Sydney Aerotropolis, just minutes from the under-construction Western Sydney International Airport. Spanning 114 hectares, this master-planned urban precinct is designed to accommodate 10,000 homes and host advanced industries, designed to prioritize innovation, connectivity, and economic growth.

The New South Wales government has already allocated approximately AU$1 billion for initial infrastructure and the construction of key commercial facilities, including the Advanced Manufacturing Research Facility. The Bradfield Development Authority anticipates the creation of 20,000 new jobs through investment in high-tech sectors, which will be served by a planned 23-kilometer metro line. This dedicated rail corridor will connect Bradfield directly to the airport and Greater Sydney, with the Bradfield Metro Station to be capped by a landscaped two-hectare Central Park.

The city’s delivery model emphasizes fit-for-purpose infrastructure from the outset. CBRE’s Development & Infrastructure division managed the master plan process, incorporating road networks, open space strategy, block structures, and service provisioning. The plan ensures that the majority of Bradfield is within a 400-meter walk from the metro station, with an emphasis on pedestrian accessibility and connectivity.

Superloop has been appointed as the statutory infrastructure provider, responsible for implementing an FTTP (Fiber-to-the-Premises) network to up to 10,000 residential lots. Their role extends to managing the underground pit-and-pipe system and deploying smart pole infrastructure across the city. These poles will support public Wi-Fi, CCTV, mobile coverage, and other smart city functions.

Central Park, which will sit atop the metro terminus, is designed in collaboration with landscape architects and Traditional Custodians. It will feature over 550 mature trees and approximately 70,000 native plants and grasses, incorporating Dharug cultural heritage and elements aimed at promoting urban cooling and biodiversity.

Bradfield City Centre is being established as a 24/7 global hub, with mixed-use developments that support housing, employment, tourism, and manufacturing. Its proximity to the new airport positions it to serve as a key logistics and innovation center. The master plan aligns with NSW Government objectives on equitable housing supply, job creation, and sustainable growth.

By the time the Western Sydney International Airport becomes operational in 2026, foundational components of Bradfield will also be complete. Retail, civic, and commercial fit-outs will continue as demand scales, with full metro connectivity expected by April 2027.

This urban initiative features coordinated planning, infrastructure development, and integrated technology, positioning Bradfield not only as a city for today’s needs but also as a model for resilient urban growth well into the future.

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