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The trial runs will use the existing Metro North West Line rolling stock, with driverless trains tested on the new track between Sydenham and Bankstown.
Western Sydney Airport is preparing for its first full year of operations as a cornerstone of western Sydney's economic and transport transformation.

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Western Sydney Airport is preparing for its first full year of operations. The airport has rapidly become a cornerstone of western Sydney's transformation into a major economic and transport hub.
Since opening its doors to passengers, Western Sydney International Airport has steadily expanded its route network and passenger volumes. The airport is preparing for its first full year of operations with increased flight frequencies and new airline partnerships. The Western Sydney Airport provides the latest updates and flight information.
The surrounding aerotropolis development is accelerating, with logistics hubs, business parks, and residential projects transforming the western corridor. The NSW Government has allocated significant funding for infrastructure, including road upgrades and public transport connections.
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