The Sydney Table
Bondi to Pondi: Sydney's East-West Story
, 39 min
Jess and former Minister for Western Sydney Stuart Ayres on what divides and connects Sydney's east and west. They cover the housing crisis, political disengagement and what it would take to build a more connected, inclusive city.
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Episode notes
From The Sydney Table, as published with the episode.
In the inaugural episode of The Sydney Table, Christopher Brown AM is joined by UDIA Boss and former Minister for Western Sydney Stuart Ayres and Deputy Lord Mayor of Sydney Jess Miller for a candid conversation about Sydney's east-west divide.
Together, they explore what connects, divides and shapes The Emerald City's identity, examining both the contrasts and common ground between Sydney's east and west.
Chris, Stuart and Jess reflect on their personal connections to Sydney and discuss some of the key challenges facing the city today, including political disengagement, the rise of populist movements, the housing crisis, and the opportunities that lie ahead. The conversation also delves into their hopes and ambitions for Sydney's future, and what it will take to build a more connected and inclusive city.
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Christopher Brown AM
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Stuart Ayres
Guest, UDIA
Tara Moroney
Producer
The Sydney Table
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