News | City of Parramatta

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.

Media Release | 27 June 2024

Budget lays foundations for Parramatta’s bright future

City of Parramatta will invest more than half a billion dollars in the next 12 months to deliver the services our community needs and continuing bringing its vision for the City’s future to life.

Media Release | 19 June 2024

Free workshops offer big boost for small business in Parramatta

Local small businesses looking to sharpen their budgeting, marketing and grant writing skills will have access to more than 13 free workshops over the next six months through the City of Parramatta’s Small Business Program.

Media Release | 18 June 2024

Parramatta’s plan to make our City the best place to live

The path for Parramatta to become one of the most equitable and resilient cities in Australia has been set after Council endorsed the City’s Social Sustainability Strategy.

Media Release | 17 June 2024

Community grants helping locals deliver essential programs

New grants to support Parramatta’s growing night time creative economy and to drive visitation to heritage sites will be included in the City of Parramatta’s biggest ever Annual Community Grants Program.

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