Sydneysider, or Sydneyite is the term used to refer to residents of Sydney, the capital city of New South Wales, Australia. The words are used in the same manner as New Yorker for residents of New York City. Sydney Harbour looking south from the vicinity of the Sydney Harbour Bridge towards the CBD skyline; the Opera House is visible in the background on the left. ... Motto: Orta Recens Quam Pura Nites (Newly Risen, How Brightly You Shine) Nickname: First State, Premier State Other Australian states and territories Capital Sydney Government Governor Premier Const. ... Midtown Manhattan, looking north from the Empire State Building, 2005 New York City (officially named the City of New York) is the most populous city in the United States, and is at the center of international finance, politics, communications, music, fashion, and culture. ...

The terms are sometimes used in the sense of 'city slicker' to imply a city dweller's ignorance, disinterest or ineptitude with respect to rural matters. Sydneyite is found in reference materials and is often the preferred term of older residents; its use may be a function of age and class. Sydneysider is the current media term and so enjoys widespread popular use.

See also: Westies Easties Westie, or Westy, is a term used in Australasia for members of a white blue collar and/or underclass subculture. ... Eastie, is a term used in Sydney, Australia for members of a white white collar and/or upperclass subculture. ...