News | City of Parramatta

Media Release | 12 March 2025

Big steps toward a more walkable, rideable and accessible Parramatta

Parramatta’s walking and riding network is taking a giant leap forward with the completion of Stage 2A of the Alfred Street Pedestrian and Cyclist Upgrade, connecting key spots from Granville to the picturesque Parramatta River.

Media Release | 11 March 2025

Calling all candidates - investment invited to accelerate Parramatta

The City of Parramatta calls on all major political parties to commit to funding key city shaping projects to accelerate the transformation of one of the fastest growing global cities in Australia.

Media Release | 06 March 2025

Design for Parramatta’s $21 million green boulevard revealed

A detailed design for Block 3 of Parramatta’s 450-metre green pedestrian boulevard - connecting Parramatta Square to Parramatta River - is now on public exhibition and the community is invited to have their say.

Media Release | 03 March 2025

Celebrate Seniors with fun, fitness and film in Parramatta

Local residents aged 55 and over are in for a treat with the City of Parramatta rolling out an exciting line-up of activities for this month’s 2025 NSW Seniors Festival.

Media Release | 27 February 2025

Empower her this International Women’s Day in Parramatta

The City of Parramatta is rolling out the purple carpet in celebration of International Women’s Day next month and inviting the community to attend Empower Her: A Day of Community and Creativity on Saturday 15 March at Parramatta Town Hall.

Media Release | 21 February 2025

Take a peek at Parramatta from the City’s new $1.4 million lookout

Views of Parramatta’s picturesque City skyline has reached new heights with the opening of the $1.4 million Dixon Park Escarpment Lookout.

Media Release | 14 February 2025

Have your say on the next stage of the Duck River Nature Trail

Designs for stage two of Parramatta’s $28.5 million Duck River Nature Trail are now on public exhibition with the community able to have their say.

Media Release | 13 February 2025

Riverside set to bring powerful, hilarious and unforgettable magic

The stage is set for an incredible season of must-see performances at Riverside Theatres with The Wharf Revue leading the charge and taking its final bow in Parramatta after 25 years of razor-sharp

Media Release | 11 February 2025

Push for Parramatta as host City for Community Cabinet

City of Parramatta calls on government leaders to hold a Community Cabinet in Parramatta in the coming months to show they are serious about the future of the fastest growing communities in Greater

Media Release | 04 February 2025

Connect and create with hands-on fun at PHIVE

Parramatta’s iconic cultural hub is bringing creativity and community together this year kicking off with Fabric Connections – Textile Play for Adults, an immersive exploration of textiles, creativity and community.

Media Release | 29 January 2025

Parramatta’s grand boulevard a step closer to reality

Parramatta’s city-shaping corridor linking Parramatta CBD to the River has received a welcome boost with the Federal Government announcing $10.1 million in funding from the Housing Support Program Stream 2 for the Civic Link project.

Media Release | 28 January 2025

Parramatta change makers shine in Citizen of the Year Awards

A local volunteer who has made a profound impact on the lives of domestic violence victims and their children has been named Parramatta’s 2025 Citizen of the Year.

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