News | City of Parramatta

Media Release | 21 March 2024

On-street parking set to go cashless in Parramatta CBD

On-street parking meters in the Parramatta’s CBD will be cashless from April 1 with workers, students and visitors who travel to the CBD set to benefit from a more streamlined parking payment syste

Media Release | 13 March 2024

Parramatta to improve its local biodiversity with new eDNA survey

Hundreds of species could be identified as Parramatta becomes one of the first NSW councils to use new Environmental DNA (eDNA) testing as part of its biological survey of waterways to improve its local biodiversity.

Media Release | 11 March 2024

Alfred Street Pedestrian and Cyclist Upgrade pedals on

New footpaths, bike paths, safer crossings, street trees and upgraded lighting are set to increase the connectivity, amenity and safety for the community with works on Alfred Street Pedestrian and Cyclist Upgrade Stage 2A to begin this month.

Media Release | 07 March 2024

Twelve new artists call Parramatta Artists Studios home in 2024

Twelve talented artists have been selected to call Parramatta Artists Studios (PAS) home at its new facility in Granville.

Media Release | 06 March 2024

From Zumba Gold to cinema gold, something for all seniors on offer

Local seniors are invited to enjoy a series of free and low cost events and activities this month as part of the 2024 NSW Seniors Festival.

Media Release | 05 March 2024

PACked first summer for Parramatta's aquatic centre

Parramatta Aquatic Centre (PAC) has cemented itself as the best place to swim, train or relax in Western Sydney with more than 300,000 visits to the facility in its first five months of operation.

Media Release | 04 March 2024

Former Lord Mayor Paul Barber passing

The City of Parramatta recognises the contribution and lasting legacy of former Lord Mayor Councillor Paul Barber.

Media Release | 28 February 2024

Sustainability excellence lands PHIVE 6-Star Green Star rating

Parramatta’s iconic PHIVE building has been recognised for its world leading sustainable design and construction with a 6-Star Green Star rating by the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA).

Media Release | 28 February 2024

First look at designs for Parramatta’s grand promenade

Plans for the next stage of an iconic pedestrian boulevard set to run from Parramatta’s CBD to the River will go on exhibition from early March.

Media Release | 27 February 2024

First Nations musicians star at the 2024 Ngana Birrung festival

Western Sydney will come alive with the sights and sounds of some of the country’s biggest emerging First Nations musicians and hip-hop artists with the return of Ngana Birrung.

Media Release | 23 February 2024

Hands on fun at PHIVE to shape your kids’ first years

Families seeking free and educational activities for kids are in luck with a range of options on offer at PHIVE starting this week.

Media Release | 22 February 2024

City of Parramatta puts spotlight on women of Western Sydney

Empowering local women and celebrating their achievements will take centre stage as the City of Parramatta hosts the Invest in Western Sydney Women event, welcoming local female students, businesses, and organisations to commemorate International Women's Day next month.

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