News | City of Parramatta

Media Release | 30 January 2023

Local volunteers shine at Parramatta’s 2023 Citizen of the Year awards

An environmental champion who turns waste into bags and award-winning art has been named City of Parramatta’s 2023 Citizen of the Year, with local volunteers leading the charge at this year’s awards.

Media Release | 13 January 2023

New disaster dashboard to keep City of Parramatta safe and informed

A new disaster dashboard will help keep City of Parramatta residents safe and informed with real-time emergency updates and alerts from the Bureau of Meteorology, Live Traffic NSW and Rural Fire Services.

Media Release | 12 January 2023

Parramatta leaps into 2023 with Year of the Rabbit festivities

Hop to the City of Parramatta and celebrate the Year of the Rabbit with a series of free and fun activities throughout January – culminating with a delicious noodle market under the stars

Media Release | 09 January 2023

Honouring City of Parramatta’s rich heritage on Australia Day

Hot air balloon rides, live music, free workshops, science shows, native wildlife, historic racing cars, heritage tours, free amusements and sports activities are all part of City of Parramatta’s epic line-up of activities this Australia Day.

Media Release | 19 December 2022

City of Parramatta brings the ‘beach’ to Western Sydney

One of Western Sydney’s most-loved swimming spots will soon be given an upgrade including a ‘beach’.

Media Release | 16 December 2022

Parramatta charities, businesses to get 10,000 free rapid antigen tests

City of Parramatta Council will be distributing up to 10,000 free COVID rapid antigen tests to local charities, restaurants and hospitality venues over the festive season following a generous donation from one of Australia’s largest suppliers.

Media Release | 14 December 2022

Stage is set for transformation of Parramatta’s Riverside Theatres

The stage is set for Riverside Theatres’ transformation into Western Sydney’s pre-eminent arts and cultural precinct, with City of Parramatta Council approving the business case for its redevelopment.

Media Release | 09 December 2022

Sir James Martin statue finds a new home in bustling Parramatta Square

The bronze statue of Sir James Martin, unveiled in 2018, has been relocated from its temporary site on Smith Street, to a permanent new site at Parramatta Square.

Media Release | 08 December 2022

City of Parramatta booming as PHIVE takes out top awards

The City of Parramatta’s striking new community, cultural and civic centre, PHIVE, has scooped Project of the Year and Community Project at the Western Sydney Leadership Dialogue’s Boomtown! 2022 Property & Infrastructure Awards.

Media Release | 07 December 2022

City of Parramatta’s green programs win gold at Local Government NSW’s Awards

Two of the City of Parramatta’s innovative environmental sustainability programs have been recognised at this year’s Local Government NSW's Excellence in the Environment Awards. 

Media Release | 30 November 2022

PHIVE turns purple for International Day of People with Disability

The City of Parramatta’s community, cultural and civic centre, PHIVE, will be lit up purple to celebrate International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) on Saturday 3 December.

Media Release | 29 November 2022

The spirit of Christmas comes alive in the City of Parramatta

Carollers, tinsel and twinkling trees will transform the City of Parramatta into a Christmas wonderland this festive season – with a special visit from a very generous ‘virtual’ Santa.

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