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Parramatta Square to become smoke and vape free
In early 2024, Council conducted a survey on whether Centenary Square and Parramatta Square should be made smoking-and-vaping-free zones.
These two public spaces host growing numbers of commuters, workers and visitors, as people navigate the CBD and stop to enjoy the sunshine, cafes, markets and other activities.
Of the 3000 responses to the online and in person survey:-
- Eight in ten people support a smoking and vaping ban.
- There is strong opposition to smoking in high-traffic areas and gathering places and respondents took the opportunity to express negative sentiment about their experience of smoke in Parramatta Square in particular.
On Monday 8 July 2024 Council adopted the following recommendations:
(a) That Council approves the introduction of signage to be installed in Parramatta Square under the provisions of the Smoke-Free Environment Act 2000 (the Act).
(b) That Council, for consistency, approves the introduction of signage to be installed in the adjoining area of ‘Centenary Square’ under the Act.
(c) That Council notes that a specific No Smoking Policy is not necessary or required as the Act and its Regulations are specific and prescriptive to manage smoking in public spaces whether signposted or not.
Regulations will be enforced once permanent signage is installed.
Parramatta Square is a vibrant, people-friendly space designed for locals, workers and visitors alike.
Conveniently located between Parramatta Train Station and the Parramatta Square Light Rail, Parramatta Square is home to six new state-of-the-art buildings, a refurbished Town Hall, internationally recognised community space PHIVE, and dining experiences.
Parramatta Square contains four premium A-Grade commercial towers housing offices and retail spaces and around 10,000 square metres of public domain. It is home to big name corporations and organisations such as National Australia Bank (NAB), ABC, Walker Corporation, NSW Government and Western Sydney University’s city campus.
The innovative spirit and drive of Parramatta Square have been recognised with numerous awards and nominations, demonstrating our commitment to a sustainable future. Following its extensive $2.8 billion dollar transformation led by Walker Corporation, Parramatta Square won the 2024 UDIA NSW Award for Urban Renewal.
1 Parramatta Square
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Western Sydney University
1 Parramatta Square (also known as 1PS), houses the $220 million dollar Parramatta city campus for the Western Sydney University which opened in 2017.
It’s home to 10,000 students from the School of Business. It is designed to promote close relationships with the business community, and has allowed the University to expand and leverage its research expertise.
The 15-storey building was developed in close collaboration with the University, which holds a 40-year lease to house its principal campus in the Parramatta CBD.
The other tenants of 1PS are Australia’s largest professional services firm, PwC, and government agency WaterNSW.
3 Parramatta Square
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National Australia Bank
3 Parramatta Square, features a glass façade and central atrium, the 45,000 square metre of commercial space is the Western Sydney address for the National Australia Bank (NAB).
Completed in April 2020, the 17-level A-Grade office tower features childcare facilities, a central atrium, three basement parking levels, a mezzanine level and ground floor podium with 412 square metres of retail space.
As the building's anchor tenant, National Australia Bank (NAB) has a 12-year lease for the entire tower.
4 Parramatta Square
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Image supplied by Walker Corporation
Multiple Government Departments
Not only offering A-grade commercial space, 4 Parramatta Square also includes a Business and Events Centre and a range of dining options—from cafes to fine dining - that flow out and activate the outdoor space.
4 Parramatta Square with A-grade office accommodation is taken up by multiple NSW Government tenants with 5,000 employees within the departments of Planning, Industry and Environment and Finance, Services and Innovation.
The tower offers a direct connection from Parramatta train station to the public domain via a seamless single level access to the rest of the CBD.
PHIVE, 5 Parramatta Square
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Connected with the historic Town Hall, PHIVE, 5 Parramatta Square delivers world-class community and cultural experiences along with a state-of-the-art library. It’s a space to learn, be inspired and explore something new. A space to connect with the community and find local services. A space to meet, collaborate and do business. And a space to immerse yourself in cultural experiences or enjoy a bite to eat.
PHIVE is proud to be recognised internationally as a catalyst for innovation, sustainability and transformation. Since opening its doors in September 2022, PHIVE has received local and international recognition across industry categories.
These recognitions are a strong testament to PHIVE's significance in paving the way for future architecture and community spaces.
- 2024 Winner, Library Design Award, Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA).
- 2024 Six Star Green Star Accreditation, “PHIVE - 6 Green Star As Built”, Green Building Council of Australia.
- 2023 Commendation, Public Architecture Award, Australian Institute of Architects (NSW).
- 2023 Commendation, Sustainability Award, Australian Institute of Architects (NSW).
- 2023 Shortlisted, Interior Architecture Award, Australian Institute of Architects (NSW).
- 2023 Winner, Commercial and Multi-Residential Exterior Category, Dulux Colour Awards.
- 2023 Finalist, Excellence in Sustainability, The Urban Developer.
- 2023 Finalist, Excellence in Social Infrastructure, The Urban Developer.
- 2023 Shortlisted, Public Library of the Year, The International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA).
- 2023 Winner of Holdmark Innovation Award.
- 2023 Commendation, Coronation Property Awards for Excellence - Excellence in Social & Community Infrastructure, Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA).
- 2023 Winner, Excellence in Construction & Site Safety Awards - Public Building $50-$200m, Master Builders Association (NSW).
- 2023 Winner, Excellence in Sustainability for PHIVE, Master Builders Association (NSW).
- 2023 Excellence in Construction Awards - National Sustainability in a Commercial Building Award, Master Builders Association (National).
- 2023 Highly Commended, Excellence in Environment Awards - Sustainable Infrastructure, Local Government NSW.
- 2023 Finalist, Excellence in Environment Awards - Water Management, Local Government NSW.
- 2022 Winner, Project of the Year Award, Property & Infrastructure Awards, Western Sydney Leadership Dialogue’s Boomtown!
6 and 8 Parramatta Square
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Image supplied by Walker Corporation
Australia's Largest Commercial Office Tower
6 and 8 Parramatta Square provides a combined 124,000 square metres of commercial floor space over 50-storeys. It is currently Australia's biggest office tower. Two NSW government departments have secured long-term leases across these two buildings, bringing 4200 workers to the Parramatta CBD.
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An open space for the community to enjoy
Parramatta Square's public space has become a lively and engaging connection between the world-class buildings that surround it, an engaging gathering place and connecting people with public transport.
PHIVE and Parramatta Town Hall are key community and civic hubs at Parramatta Square, where public art, including Place of the Eels by Sean Cordiero and Claire Healy and Reko Rennie's Where the Eels Lie Down, and the Dharug Circle, complete a 20-year vision for the City by telling its history over thousands of years.
In addition to becoming an area for office workers to mingle, Parramatta Square also serves as a public space and forecourt for students, as well as a place for community gathering and entertainment.
