Blacktown is the major commercial and civic centre of western Sydney, serving as the hub for the Blacktown City Council area — one of the most populous local government areas in Australia. The Blacktown CBD features a major Westpoint shopping centre, government offices, medical facilities, and a thriving restaurant and café scene. As a major transport interchange with train and bus connections, Blacktown offers unparalleled accessibility for its diverse, multicultural population of professionals, families, and students.