New $280m engineering innovation hub at Western Sydney University
A massive education and jobs boom is expected as part of new plans for a $280m engineering innovation hub in western Sydney.
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There is expected to be a massive education and jobs boom as part of plans for a new $280 million engineering innovation hub at Western Sydney University, Parramatta.
The proposed hub will include a 19-storey education building for engineering and architecture students from Western Sydney University and the University of NSW, as well as space for new shops, offices and public open space.
“Greater Parramatta’s transformation into a cultural, economic and education precinct is well under way thanks to the NSW Government’s record investment in infrastructure,” Planning Minister Rob Stokes said.
“The future engineering innovation hub, as well as the Parramatta Light Rail and Metro West, Western Sydney Airport, Powerhouse Museum move and the newly opened Bankwest Stadium are all great examples of the huge transformation underway in the area.”
Skills and Tertiary Education Minister Geoff Lee said the hub would bring world-leading research and innovation, and support the government’s goal of creating 200,000 jobs in the west.
“The hub will house the university’s undergraduate engineering programs as well as Western Sydney University’s architecture and business courses all in the one location,” the Parramatta MP said.
“This is an exciting time for our community as it grows into a world-class hub for education and innovation and quickly transforms into Sydney’s second CBD.”
Western Sydney University Vice-Chancellor Professor Barney Glover said the collaborative project would bring significant education and employment benefits.
“Together, we will be able to harness emerging technologies and opportunities at scale to deliver a highly progressive, industry-engaged engineering course in Australia’s fastest growing region,” Prof Glover said.
The proposal is on exhibition for community feedback until June 19.
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