News | City of Parramatta

Media Release | 30 July 2024

Parramatta digs deep on National Tree Day

Parramatta’s community dug deep and gave back to nature by planting 10,000 native seedlings on National Tree Day, Australia’s largest tree planting event.

Media Release | 29 July 2024

Silverwater’s Newington Reserve set for $17.5 million reconstruction

A $17.5 million total transformation of Silverwater’s newest emerging community premium facility, Newington Reserve, has been given the green light to proceed with final designs to be decided in the coming months.

Media Release | 29 July 2024

Parramatta Square receives NSW urban renewal project award

One of Western Sydney’s most recognisable meeting places and public domains, Parramatta Square, has again been honoured claiming the State’s top urban development award last night.

Media Release | 22 July 2024

New flood mapping created for Parramatta

Council has recently adopted the Parramatta River Flood Study following an extensive community engagement process over a six-week public exhibition period.

Media Release | 10 July 2024

Parramatta to increase its vibrancy with grant program

Businesses and heritage property owners seeking to transform their shop or building façade now have an easier way to create visual appeal with Council’s Vibrant Parramatta Program.

Media Release | 09 July 2024

Major pathway gets a green light in the City’s west

Connectivity is set to further increase around Parramatta with Council endorsing the plans for a major pedestrian and cyclist spine that will provide a long-awaited connection between Toongabbie, Westmead and the Parramatta Aquatic Centre.

Media Release | 09 July 2024

Innovation is Parramatta’s north star in becoming a global City

Parramatta is forging ahead with its vision to become a global City with a new Smart City and Innovation Strategy (2024-2033), providing a blueprint for projects that enhance innovation and connectivity across the City.

Media Release | 03 July 2024

Parkour and breakdancing to heat up City’s school holiday program

High energy parkour and breakdancing performances, an electrifying ‘JUNK Orchestra’ transforming everyday items into musical instruments, a live magic show and Olympic-inspired sports and recreational activities are set to bring the heat to Parramatta for the City’s School Holiday Program this month.

Media Release | 02 July 2024

New planning controls to brighten Parramatta's night-time economy

Businesses in Parramatta’s CBD will be able to apply to operate around the clock as the City continues its push to become a true global city with a thriving night time economy.

Media Release | 01 July 2024

Parramatta Aquatic Centre makes a splash in architecture awards

Parramatta Aquatic Centre (PAC) has scooped the pool at the NSW Architecture Awards, claiming the State’s highest honour for public architecture.

Media Release | 01 July 2024

Parramatta’s first turf wicket secured at Belmore Park

Parramatta’s first premier cricket facility and turf wicket will become a reality after Council secured a $6.2 million Australian Government grant to deliver stage 1 of the Belmore Park Masterplan recently.

Media Release | 27 June 2024

JK-47 to headline Parramatta’s Burramatta NAIDOC this year

Indigenous Australian hip-hop artist, Jacob Paulson (professionally known as JK-47) is set to headline a live First Nations concert at Parramatta Park for the annual Burramatta NAIDOC festival next month.

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