News | City of Parramatta

Media Release | 25 September 2023

Parramatta’s landmark aquatic centre set to make a splash

After six years in the making, the City of Parramatta’s $88.6 million swimming, fitness and wellness hub Parramatta Aquatic Centre has opened its doors to the community.

Media Release | 21 September 2023

PHIVE celebrates first birthday with a world of flavours

The City of Parramatta has celebrated the first birthday of PHIVE with a birthday feast as diverse as Parramatta’s community.

Media Release | 20 September 2023

PHIVE and Riverside come alive these school holidays

It’s time to be taken on an adventure in the upcoming school holidays as Beetle takes over Parramatta’s cultural, community and civic hub, PHIVE, for a uniquely Australian performance.

Media Release | 20 September 2023

PLR budget boost a plus but more funds needed to unlock housing

Funding certainty for key transport projects including Parramatta Light Rail (PLR) Stage 2 and Metro West will be critical to delivering on the State’s housing needs in Western Sydney.

Media Release | 18 September 2023

New study maps future flood risk

A new flood study will help residents and emergency services better understand the flood risks across the City of Parramatta and keep them safe.

Media Release | 14 September 2023

More public art on the cards for Parramatta CBD

The City of Parramatta will start work on a future public art strategy as part of its goal to develop the CBD as a key arts and culture precinct where public art thrives.

Media Release | 13 September 2023

New plan to put Parramatta River front and centre in City’s identity

City of Parramatta will investigate options to develop an activation program to re-establish the Parramatta River as central to the identity of Parramatta.

Media Release | 13 September 2023

Parramatta puts people first in mental health first aid push

The City of Parramatta has been recognised by one of Australia’s most prominent drivers of mental health for its commitment to developing a mentally healthy workplace that puts people first.

Media Release | 12 September 2023

Shaping the future of Parramatta

The City of Parramatta has unveiled a 10-year plan to position the City as an economic powerhouse, leader in social and environmental sustainability and in working together with First Nations peoples and communities and a hub of research and innovation.

Council News | 12 September 2023

Adoption of the Parramatta ‘Harmonisation’ Development Control Plan 2023

The City of Parramatta Council at its Ordinary Council Meeting on Monday 28 August 2023 adopted (with an amendment) the Parramatta ‘Harmonisation’ Development Control Plan (DCP) 2023 – see

Media Release | 12 September 2023

City’s rooftop, laneways and streets come alive for Parramatta Lanes

City of Parramatta’s flagship event Parramatta Lanes returns bigger and better than ever this October with 15 locations hosting more than 120 musicians, 45 food and drink stalls and incredible art installations.

Media Release | 11 September 2023

Olympic golden girl Emma McKeon to open Parramatta Aquatic Centre

Five-time Olympics swimming gold medallist Emma McKeon will join the City of Parramatta to celebrate the official opening of Parramatta Aquatic Centre (PAC) on Monday 25 September.

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