Westmead Health & Innovation Precinct Conference 16Oct2026

Westmead is one of Australia’s leading health and innovation districts, right on Parramatta’s doorstep and at the heart of Western Sydney’s transformation.

With major development underway, globally significant advances and new facilities opening in 2026, Business Western Sydney invites you to join us for the 5th Annual Westmead Health & Innovation Precinct Conference. Hear directly from The Hon. Anoulack Chanthivong MP, Minister for Innovation, Science and Technology and Minister for Industry and Trade, along with business, educational and medical research leaders.

Today, Australia’s largest health precinct is home to four major hospitals, five leading medical research institutes, two university campuses and NSW’s largest research-intensive pathology service.

The 2026 Conference will bring Government leaders and industry experts together to explore how we can turn Westmead’s momentum into better health outcomes, new investment, high-value jobs and even greater global impact. 

Conference Themes

Artificial Intelligence, Digital Health and Precision Medicine:

Exploring how AI is transforming diagnostics, clinical decision-making, patient care, genomics, pathology and hospital operations, while examining the opportunities and ethical considerations associated with emerging healthcare technologies.

Commercialisation, Life Sciences and Advanced Manufacturing:
Examining how Westmead can strengthen pathways between research and industry to accelerate commercialisation, attract investment and support the growth of biomedical manufacturing, medtech and life sciences industries in Western Sydney.

Building a Globally Competitive Innovation Precinct:
Exploring the role of government, universities, healthcare institutions and industry in creating globally connected innovation ecosystems that attract talent, investment and international partnerships.

Workforce, Skills and the Future of Healthcare:
Addressing workforce shortages, future skills requirements and the role of education and training in supporting the next generation of healthcare, research and technology professionals.

Liveability, Connectivity and Place-Making:
Examining how housing, transport connectivity, sustainability and integrated urban planning can support the long-term success of health and innovation precincts. 

More details to come.