News | City of Parramatta

Media Release | 13 December 2024

Work on $10.2 million missing active link in City’s west crosses the finish line

Pedestrians and cyclists are set to enjoy a new 75-metre long bridge, boardwalks, priority crossings and dedicated walking and cycling paths with the completion of the North-West T-way Paths project through Constitution Hill.

Media Release | 13 December 2024

Jobs must be the focus to grow our City’s commercial heart

City of Parramatta says the NSW Government’s build to rent (BTR) provisions could undermine the City’s bold jobs target for 150,000 new jobs by 2050.

Media Release | 12 December 2024

Time to get out and play at Wentworth Point’s new playground

Wentworth Point’s new $700,000 revamped pop-up town square, which includes a temporary playground and social space will be officially unveiled this weekend, providing a safe place to stay fit and a

Media Release | 11 December 2024

Parramatta’s grand vision for new rail superstation

Parramatta is pushing for the State and Federal Governments to get behind its vision for the Parramatta CBD to be home to a critical transport hub connecting Parramatta to the world – and back it with legislation identifying and protecting land for rail stations and corridors within the network, including in the Parramatta CBD.

Media Release | 11 December 2024

Beat the Heat at Council’s Cool Places

Temperatures are soaring, and the City of Parramatta is throwing its doors open to help residents cool off as part of its Beat the Heat campaign.

Media Release | 10 December 2024

Get your skates on – summer holiday fun is nearly here

For the first time ever, PHIVE will come alive as a roller skating rink – one of more than 40 events and activities to keep the kids entertained in the City of Parramatta these summer school holidays.

Media Release | 09 December 2024

Making a difference for seniors and people in need this Christmas

Mark your calendars, Parramatta’s much-loved Seniors Christmas Party and Christmas Day meal for people in need are set to return to Riverside Theatres and Parramatta Town Hall this December.

Media Release | 06 December 2024

Welcome in the New Year at Parramatta’s biggest NYE event

Aussie DJs Bag Raiders, Cut Copy and favourite Wiggles DJ Dorothy the Dinosaur will headline the biggest New Year’s Eve Party ever at Parramatta Park set to keep everyone dancing into the night.

Media Release | 02 December 2024

Free events to mark International Day of People with Disability

Cool off and celebrate International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) in Parramatta as Council offers free pool entry at Parramatta Aquatic Centre to people with a disability and their carers.

Media Release | 28 November 2024

Proposed high speed rail link must connect the west – it’s now or never

A growing alliance of government and industry leaders is calling for a connection to Parramatta and the new Western Sydney International Airport to be a must for a proposed high speed rail line along the east coast.

Media Release | 28 November 2024

New West Epping Dog Park is off the leash

Tails are wagging and the paws are hitting the grass after City of Parramatta officially opened the West Epping Dog Park at Grant Close, Epping.

Media Release | 26 November 2024

Residents invited to shape the Draft Haslams Creek Flood Study

City of Parramatta is calling on residents living in the Carter Street precinct, Lidcombe, Newington, Silverwater, Sydney Olympic Park, and Wentworth Point, to share their flood knowledge and experiences in Stage One of the Draft Haslams Creek Flood Study.

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