News | City of Parramatta

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.

Media Release | 16 February 2024

Work on new $11.5 million Hunts Creek Bridge starts this month

Work is set to start on a new $11.5 million bridge on North Rocks Road at North Parramatta that will help alleviate local flooding and improve access for cyclists and pedestrians.

Media Release | 15 February 2024

Parramatta’s rainbow carpet rolls out for the return of Queerstories

Parramatta is preparing for the return of one of the City’s most raw and beautiful LGBTIQ+ performances as Sydney’s Mardi Gras festival gets underway with Maeve Marsden’s Queerstories.

Media Release | 15 February 2024

Exciting lineup of shows and events at Riverside Theatres

Award-winning singer-songwriter Kate Miller-Heidke leads a stellar line-up of shows set to take the stage at Riverside Theatres in the upcoming months.

Media Release | 07 February 2024

Reimagined Riverside a step closer

A reimagined Riverside Theatres that is the pride of Western Sydney has moved a step closer with the commencement of Stage 2 of the Design Excellence Competition for the City’s $180 million plus theatre redevelopment.

Media Release | 05 February 2024

Parramatta’s past and present on show at Culture Up Late

Parramatta CBD and Wentworth Point will come alive over two weeks of free performances and audio tours exploring the City’s rich history in a contemporary showcase as part of Parramatta’s Culture Up Late program.

Media Release | 31 January 2024

City partners with Eels to push Parramatta’s potential further

A three-year partnership between the City of Parramatta and Parramatta Eels is set to deliver free rugby league clinics to thousands of additional local kids, build participation and inclusion for young girls in multicultural communities and support a new scholarship for women in Western Sydney.

Media Release | 30 January 2024

Publique Eatery opens at PHIVE

A first-class new eatery has made Parramatta’s iconic PHIVE building its home from today.

Media Release | 30 January 2024

City of Parramatta recognises the passing of Lang Walker

The City of Parramatta recognises the contribution and lasting legacy of Lang Walker AO.

Media Release | 29 January 2024

Parramatta soars into 2024 with Year of the Dragon celebration

Parramatta will come alive as vibrant art installations, delicious street food, live entertainment, cultural workshops and roving performances take over Parramatta and Centenary Square to celebrate Lunar New Year next month.

Media Release | 29 January 2024

Volunteers shine in Parramatta’s Citizen of the Year Awards

A community football champion who helped refugees integrate into Australian society through sport has been named Parramatta’s 2024 Citizen of the Year, with local volunteers leading the charge at this year’s awards.

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