News | City of Parramatta

Media Release | 19 December 2023

Council's hot tips to beat the heat

Libraries across the City of Parramatta will be opened to the community for extended hours in heatwave conditions as part of a new initiative to help residents beat the heat this summer.

Media Release | 19 December 2023

Parramatta community and schools share in half a million in grants

Five schools and 43 local community groups are set to share in more than $512,700 in funding as part of Council’s community and environmental educational grants programs.

Media Release | 15 December 2023

Parramatta Town Hall officially reopens after major restoration

One of Parramatta’s most-loved landmarks, Parramatta Town Hall, has reopened its doors to the public after a 14-month and more than $30 million restoration.

Media Release | 14 December 2023

Empowering local youth on the agenda

City of Parramatta will work with local youth to develop a new framework to better engage with 12 to 24 year olds and ensure the next generation’s needs are being met.

Media Release | 14 December 2023

Locals shape new vision for Shannons Paddock

A 2.5-hectare park on the fringe of the Westmead Innovation Precinct is set for a major transformation starting with a major upgrade of its playground and picnic facilities.

Media Release | 13 December 2023

City of Parramatta adopts a First Nations Strategy

A new First Nations Strategy will seek to drive understanding, recognition, and respect of First Nations people across the City of Parramatta.

Media Release | 13 December 2023

City partners with Eels to cement Parramatta as home of sport

The City of Parramatta will partner with the Parramatta Eels to cement the City’s reputation as the home of sport, drive visitation and economic growth and build capacity in the community.

Media Release | 11 December 2023

Party in Parramatta with Sneaky Sound System for NYE

Parramatta Park is set to come alive on New Year’s Eve with Sneaky Sound System headlining a free concert and event on Sunday 31 December 2023 from 5-9.30pm.

Media Release | 11 December 2023

Parramatta residents at the ready thanks to alerts dashboard

City of Parramatta is reminding residents to stay tuned into its alert dashboard this summer for the latest weather warnings and updates on road conditions.

Media Release | 07 December 2023

Metro West stations set to unlock Parramatta’s global potential

The City of Parramatta has backed an ambitious plan to create a new housing and entertainment precinct at Rosehill and better connect it to the rest of Sydney with Metro West.

Media Release | 06 December 2023

Parramatta recognised for environmental achievements

The City of Parramatta has reaffirmed its green credentials, with two projects highly commended at this year’s LGNSW Excellence in the Environment awards in Sydney.

Media Release | 05 December 2023

Chance for community to help shape future of Parramatta

Community workshops that will give hundreds of locals a chance to have their say on neighbourhood priorities and the vision for the City of Parramatta are set to become a regular part of the City’s engagement program from next year.

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