ABC Sydney with Nabil Al-Nashar

Key points

• Infrastructure Minister Catherine King has marked the opening of Western Sydney International Nancy Bird Walton Airport, with first passengers departing on the day. King said the project would create jobs and opportunities for young people in Western Sydney.
• Asked about the biggest challenge, she pointed to planning approvals and flight paths. Residents near Luddenham have raised concerns about aircraft noise.
• King said a noise amelioration plan is being assessed and work will begin shortly for eligible households.