Eastwood: A Chinese Community in Sydney's Northwest

Eastwood, located in Sydney's northwest, is divided by the railway line into a 'Chinese area' and a 'Korean area', which makes for an interesting blend of two ethnic characteristics.

Directly opposite the train station is the Eastwood Library, and behind the library is the 'Chinese area'.

Aside from the convenience of shopping, Chinese residents also appreciate the large green spaces in this area. The park across from the station, Eastwood Park, provides a great place for local residents to take a stroll after dinner or enjoy weekend recreation. The park features a public sports field, which is a popular venue for local school football matches.

Although it is not as upscale as Chatswood, Eastwood has a high population density and offers convenient access to daily life and transportation, making it a worthwhile destination.

Chinese grocery stores can be found almost every few steps. Along the main street, which is over 200 meters long, there are nearly 20 shops, including Chinese supermarkets, butcher shops, fish shops, pharmacies, bakeries, and restaurants, offering a wide variety of Chinese goods.

Among Eastwood's permanent residents, Chinese account for 30.5%, while native Australians make up only 13.7%. Thus, Eastwood can be considered a 'Chinese world', where life is almost no different from living in China: speaking Chinese, reading Chinese, and buying Chinese food—the only difference is using Australian dollars instead of RMB. In Eastwood, whether you understand English or not is irrelevant, which is why many elderly Chinese choose to spend their retirement years here.

The area is home to a variety of Asian shops, making it a great place to buy ingredients. The larger Chinese supermarkets include Tong Yong, Yaohan, and Xin Renren.