Community success stories

Value that stays in the community

“When small businesses and big organisations work together, value stays in the community.” — Dr Andrew Charlton MP

How local partnerships build resilience

Here's how local partnerships are building long-term community resilience and helping Western Sydney businesses grow.

Urban Rest
Accommodation

Urban Rest

Local partnerships helped Urban Rest expand, create jobs, and invest back into Parramatta.

  • Became a preferred accommodation provider for a major bank
  • Expanded nationally
  • Opened a new Parramatta location
  • Increased use of local suppliers
Good Grains
Food & grocery

Good Grains

A great example of a business growing while giving back to the community that supports it.

  • Entered a new phase of expansion
  • Strengthened local supply networks
  • Increased local employment and community involvement
Staff Deals Program
Hospitality

Staff Deals Program

A simple idea that gave local restaurants support.

  • More weekday and repeat customers
  • Stronger ties with nearby corporate workers
  • Participating venues: Anjappar (Parramatta), Restaurant Family (Northmead)