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Western Sydney International Airport launches passenger service with inaugural Jetstar flights
Western Sydney International Airport opened to passengers today, with Jetstar’s sold-out flight to the Gold Coast marking the first commercial departure.
Why it matters
The new airport expands travel options for western Sydney residents and introduces round‑the‑clock air service to the region.
How this story developed
- Oct 11 NSW delays costly rapid bus link for new Western Sydney Airport
- Oct 25 The airport has opened and begun commercial flights, moving the story beyond earlier delays to the rapid‑bus link.
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