What's in a name? Westies, bogans and yobbos.
The article explores regional identity in Sydney's Macarthur district, focusing on Campbelltown, Camden, and Picton communities.
It discusses the strong local attachment to identity, which is challenged by perceptions of western Sydney as a cultural wasteland.
Jeff McGill’s criticism of regional labelling sparked significant community response, revealing a conflict between over-identification and stereotypes.
While Macarthur's regionalism reflects urban expansion, it struggles for acceptance amidst historical, cultural, and emotional ties that residents hold with their distinct localities.