03/06/2026
Peter Lamond, Enterprise Account Manager at Entourage, attended the Business NSW "Future of Regional Airports" paper launch in Port Macquarie yesterday, and we were thrilled to see one of our valued customers, SFC Australia, featured as a case study for their innovative approach to revitalising the airport precinct in partnership with Council.
It's incredibly rewarding to support businesses who are not only growing, but actively shaping the future of their industry. A well deserved spotlight for the Sydney Flight College team. Congratulations!
We look forward to continuing to grow together.
Today, Business NSW is proud to release our new policy paper, Keeping Regional NSW Connected: The Future of Our Airports.
Regional airports are critical economic infrastructure. They connect businesses to customers, support tourism and freight, provide access to healthcare and emergency services, and help attract investment, workers and opportunities to regional communities.
Yet this vital network is facing growing challenges. Ageing infrastructure, rising operating costs, workforce shortages, limited airline competition and constrained access to Sydney Airport are placing increasing pressure on regional connectivity.
The stakes are high. Regional NSW is home to millions of people, thousands of businesses and some of Australia's fastest-growing communities. Strong aviation links are essential to their continued economic success.
Our paper outlines a long-term vision for regional aviation and calls for action to:
✈️ Invest in airport infrastructure and resilience
✈️ Improve airline competition and route security
✈️ Strengthen access to Sydney Airport slots
✈️ Develop the aviation workforce pipeline
✈️ Ensure Western Sydney International delivers benefits for regional NSW
✈️ Support the transition to a more sustainable aviation sector
Regional airports are more than gateways – they are economic lifelines. Investing in their future means investing in the future of regional NSW.
Thank you to the airports, councils, airlines, businesses and industry stakeholders who contributed to this important work.