Sydney Awards 2024: Barney Glover AO, Sydneysider of the Year Award winner

Professor Barney Glover AO has transformed Western Sydney University (WSU) as their former Vice Chancellor - as well as the region as a whole.
He strategically developed high-rise campuses in key areas like Parramatta, Blacktown, and Bankstown, drawing government and corporate investment and sparking urban renewal. Under his leadership, WSU’s rankings, research outputs, student numbers, and community engagement surged.
Now, as the first Commissioner of Jobs and Skills Australia, Glover provides expert advice on Australia's skills needs, guiding workforce studies and collaborations.
Glover’s work is widely respected, particularly his contributions to education, community engagement, and support for First Nations Australians.