News | City of Parramatta

Media Release | 26 August 2024

Design revealed for new nature trail on Duck River foreshore

A concept design for a new nature trail set to transform more of Parramatta’s waterways is now out for community feedback.

Media Release | 26 August 2024

Excitement builds in Epping as big vision and major overhaul begins

Work is set to get underway on a long-term vision for Epping Town Centre with more vibrant laneways, more accessible and safer pedestrian connections and better access to public open space.

Media Release | 23 August 2024

New dedicated walking and cycling paths at Rydalmere foreshore

Pedestrians and cyclists travelling along the Parramatta River foreshore at Rydalmere are set for a safer experience with the completion of new dedicated footpaths and bike paths.

Media Release | 22 August 2024

Emerging leaders to pitch their big ideas at TEDxSydney Youth

The next generation of big thinkers and their big ideas are returning to Parramatta with a special TEDxSydney Youth event back this month at Riverside Theatres.

Media Release | 21 August 2024

Beloved park F.S. Garside returns after a multi-million-dollar facelift

F.S Garside Park’s transformation into a multi-purpose facility for the entire community to enjoy is now complete, with the park officially opening today.

Media Release | 31 July 2024

Council successful at NCAT hearing

This morning Council was successful in preventing the release of commercially sensitive information and a breach of a legally binding commercial contract.

Media Release | 31 July 2024

Meet an Australian trailblazer at Sydney Science Festival Family Day

Kids will have a rare opportunity to meet and hear from Australia’s first female astronaut when the 2024 Sydney Science Festival comes to Parramatta for this year’s Sydney Science Festival Family Day, presented in partnership with the Powerhouse Museum and the City of Parramatta.

Media Release | 30 July 2024

Parramatta turns green and gold for Paris Olympics

Parramatta is set to turn green and gold with an Olympic-themed line-up of programs and action-packed activities at PHIVE and Parramatta Square during the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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.

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