News | City of Parramatta

Media Release | 28 March 2025

Parramatta’s free pop-up movie nights set for a blockbuster return

Blockbuster movies, live music, interactive art, jumping castles, kid’s workshops, outdoor games and activities are all part of the annual Family Movie Night series returning to Parramatta’s local parks next month.

Media Release | 24 March 2025

Floating garden trial to combat urban heat in Parramatta's CBD

Garden trays in Centenary and Parramatta Squares have been helping keep the City cool this summer with the CBD hot spots part of a heat reduction experiment with floating garden creators Future Village.

Media Release | 20 March 2025

Parramatta goes Sunflower Friendly

People with disabilities can be confident in accessing key Parramatta facilities and services with Council becoming a member of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program.

Media Release | 18 March 2025

$14 all day parking trial begins at Parramatta Station Carpark

All day parking in the CBD just got cheaper with City of Parramatta trialling $14 all-day parking at its multistorey carpark in the heart of the CBD for the next three months.

Media Release | 17 March 2025

Young people to set the agenda for the future of the City’s services

Parramatta’s residents are being encouraged to have their say as City of Parramatta prepares to improve its future engagement with young people.

Media Release | 17 March 2025

A strategic vision is revealed for a creative Parramatta

Parramatta’s ambition to become the epicentre of culture and creativity is unveiled in City of Parramatta’s 10-year cultural strategy, Creative Parramatta. This forward-looking approach outlines the aspirations of the community, arts and cultural sectors, as well as key opportunities to celebrate the dynamic, unique and energetic cultural life of our global City.

On Exhibition | 12 March 2025

Proposed Local Traffic Calming Measures at Wigram/Marion Street, Harris Park

City of Parramatta Council is inviting feedback on proposed installation of speed cushions at the intersection of Wigram Street and Marion Street, Harris Park.

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.

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