Western Sydney Express ( WSE ) is a regional media brand that attracts international readership for its coverage of the forces, people and net works that drive and shape Australia’s fastest growing region - Greater Western Sydney.
Innovative Publishing
The Western Sydney Express (WSE) was previously published as Western Sydney Business Access and commenced operations in 2008 at Parramatta. For over 10 years the title covered primarily business activities of the region and sponsored many business chambers and business event. The brand evolved into a mainstream regional newspaper to meet the evolving nature of the region and the regional media industr y while maintaining its traditional readership base. The Express is Western Sydney ’s only regional media channel and is published in print and digital formats with the prime website attracting significant international readership.
Who reads the Express?
Research into the reader patterns of WSE reveals the following:
52.6% men | 47.4% women
Ages
18 to 25 - 11%
26 to 35 - 19 %
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How they read
Twitter: www.twitter.com/ AccessNewsAus
YouTube: www.youtube.com/ user/AccessNewsAustralia
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/ company/access-news-australia
ABOUT WSE
Produced locally, viewed globally
We are a trusted source of information and for hundreds of thousands of decision makers, businesspeople and residents looking for insights into the people, projects, community and networks that shape their lifestyles and the region they live in.
Published towards the middle of the month, newspapers are distributed monthly throughout the Western Sydney newsagent network plus business centre and networking groups.
Digital editions: Can be viewed and downloaded anytime at www.issuu.com/accessnews.
Our partnerships
WSE is proud of our many partnership relationships developed over years in the spirit of delivering sustainable mutual value and support. These include:
Business awards:
Sydney Hills Local Business Awards
Inner West Local Business Awards
Media Partnerships:
Fairfield Local Business Awards
Liverpool Local Business Awards
Digital Business Awards
Bankstown Local Business Awards
Cumberland Local Business Awards
Regional Round Table.
WEXPO Event Series.
Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal.
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Contributors:
Express contributors are leading business and social commentators. To submit a contribution, contact The Editor at info@accessnews.com.au
For advertisers:
We are always interested in exploring partnerships. For a discussion about how we might work together contact The Editor at info@accessnews.com.au
Tell us your story:
Your business and your people are important to us. If you have a story to share, then contact The Editor at info@accessnwes.com.au
Why Western Sydney
The University of Western Sydney defines greater western Sydney as comprising 14 local government areas; namely located within Auburn, Bankstown, Blacktown, Blue Mountains, Camden, Campbelltown, Fairfield, Hawkesbury, Holroyd, Liverpool, Parramatta, Penrith, The Hills Shire and Wollondilly. Western Sydney is home to the world’s newest 24-hour international airport to be completed by 2026.
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WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT US
“I can highly recommend WSE for business promotion and branding as the audience is perfectly positioned for this market. We have used WSE for our own requirements and client campaigns for many years now. Michael and his team are always ready to help get the best result for your advertising and promotion. Overall I believe the paper is a success as it is so relevant to the audience (businesses in the area of Western Sydney) for it to be effective” – Chris Hekeik. Managing Director, Mode Media.
“Over the years, we’ve successfully utilised the WSE platforms to showcase various projects and initiatives being undertaken by our clients in Western Sydney. WSE and Netwerx TV have provided us with the opportunity to connect with local communities and decision-makers across the region.” – Richard Lenarduzzi, Group Director, Premier Communications Group.
“At a time when there is so much happening in Western Sydney, WSE is the goto publication to stay up to date with the latest news. Michael and his team are committed to the region and take the time to understand the people, businesses and issues that make Western Sydney unique. WSE has been a part of the local landscape for many years and in the era of fake news remains a trusted source of information.” – Amanda Brisot, General Manager Western Sydney Business Connection.
“WSE has been a long-standing supporter of the Parramatta Chamber of Commerce and has been an active media partner with our flagship event-Western Sydney Awards for Business Excellence (WSABE) for many years. WSE produced a fantastic souvenir edition for the WSABE finalists and winners at the gala evening. The supplement was exclusively produced and included images and stories on each of the winners. It was given to 500 guests that evening, as well as being featured in the following edition of WSE. The WSE souvenir edition has evolved into a high-value tradition for the WSABE program and is highly sought-after within our region.” – Romina Bousiman, Business Relationship Manager Parramatta Chamber of Commerce.
“The WSE Round Tables are an important forum for business, social and Western SYDNEY specific issues. KPMG has participated over the last 4 years as the forum is unique in the issues raises and the attendees it attracts. The round tables are well run and consistently raise issues that surprise participants as it is the interaction between participants that brings issues to the fore.” – David Pring, Managing Partner KPMG Western Sydney.
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