Western Sydney - Media

Media Inspired by Western Sydney

Western Australia is well known for its characteristics, in particular, the people and how they are viewed by those who aren't as intimate with the culture of Western Sydney as those who actually live there. Many view these people in a very light-hearted manner and often find amusement in the reality of some aspects of Western Sydney culture, especially when it is produced in a satirical nature. One of the most popular Australian actors, Paul Fenech (he has also been granted the title 'Australia's champion of political incorrectness') , has produced numerous TV shows that satirize the nature of different aspects of Australian culture, these include 'Pizza', 'Bogan Hunters' and 'Housos'. 

Paul Fenech

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http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/paul-fenech-a-true-bogan-hero/story-e6freuy9-1226907370033

The success of these projects has also allowed Fenech to produce a feature film based on the characters of 'Pizza' and 'Housos'. What makes these shows so successful is how easily many of its viewers can relate to the events of the shows, the characters are based on stereotypes that are easily recognisable in Western Sydney culture. 

Cast of 'Housos'

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http://jabbatron.com/gallery/jabba-housos-cast/

In particular, 'Bogan Hunters' is a comedic documentary that explicitly explores a subculture of Australia known as the 'Bogan', this is easily recognised as a lower-class stereotype of Australia and is one of the main reasons many find it to be so humorous when they are glamorised. 'Housos' follows the lives of numerous fictional characters, again based on recognisable stereotypes, to shine a satirical and incredibly humorous light on those who are living in Housing Commission Public Housing and rely on funds from centrelink. These shows highlight the stereotypical lifestyle of Western Sydney and act as a perfect alternative for gaining a humorous view on Western Sydney rather than visiting the area in person.