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

Men and Women laying on sand

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.

Lord Mayor with supply delegates

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.

Navy blue banner

Public Notice for Adoption of a Site-Specific DCP for St John’s Cathedral Site at 195 Church Street, 65-79 Macquarie Street and 38 and 41-45 Hunter Street, Parramatta.

Navy blue banner

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.

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.

Lord Mayor with delegates

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. 

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

Your City Happenings December 2022 is now available!

New DCP controls for the Parramatta City Centre take effect from 2 December 2022.

City of Parramatta view at night with lights

Learn about a plan to upgrade the swimming area with seating, shade and safe access for all.

Men and women at Parramatta Lake