What's happening across the City of Parramatta this month Visit our sites... Welcome to the October edition of ePULSE. As a long-serving Councillor for Parramatta, I am honoured to have been elected as the City’s new Lord Mayor a couple of weeks ago. I would like to thank my fellow Councillors for placing their trust in me, as well as Cr Bob Dwyer for his leadership over the last two years. With COVID restrictions starting to ease for those who are fully vaccinated, now is the time to get out and support our local businesses. I look forward to seeing the City of Parramatta come back to life with the return of shoppers, students, visitors and workers. Keep an eye on Council’s website for further announcements regarding the reopening of our facilities as the next stage of restrictions are lifted when the state reaches 80 per cent full vaccinated. Parramatta Pulse Spring Edition now available! Catch up on the latest news on Council’s exciting major projects, initiatives and events featured in our Spring edition of Pulse. This edition will only be available in a digital format. Pools, Water Play Parks and Libraries click-and-collect services reopenFollowing the recent easing of COVID-19 restrictions, Council has reopened the Epping Aquatic Centre as well as the Ollie Webb Reserve, James Ruse Reserve and Philip Ruddock water play parks in line with health and safety guidelines. Council’s libraries at Carlingford, Constitution Hill, Dundas, Epping, Ermington and Parramatta as well as the Wentworth Point Community Centre and Library, have also reopened with click-and-collect services. Telopea parks get $5M makeover during lockdownCity of Parramatta Council’s revamp of green spaces in Telopea has reached a new milestone. Newly refurbishing Acacia Park is reopening to the community after six months of works, as construction begins on nearby Sturt Park. The $5M upgrades are funded by the NSW Government’s Precinct Support Scheme. Tell us your Good News StoriesWe’re calling for your good news and feel-good stories – no matter how small – to bring more joy in these challenging times. Electric vehicle charging stations are now availableCouncil has installed four new charging stations for electric vehicles in Parramatta Station Car Park (Wentworth Street). Drivers will be able to charge their cars in four dedicated spaces fitted with universal chargers. Clean up Rosehill Ward Council is helping to keep our streets and parks clean by offering all residents free kerbside collections and has recently conducted a blitz on illegal dumping in the Rosehill Ward with a focus on Harris Park and Parramatta. Help protect our city and environment and report illegal dumping. Stay fit and activeCouncil is sponsoring Biketober, a fun program to get everyone cycling with some great prizes to be won along the way. Registration is free. Go LocalParramatta and its neighbourhoods are home to some amazing locally grown small businesses with a lot of heart. Explore hidden gems in your local suburb and vote for your favourite local businesses for a chance to win a prize from the Parramatta Farmers Markets. Annual Library SurveySupport our libraries by completing the annual library survey for a chance to win a $300, $100, or one of ten $50 gift cards! The feedback will help plan for the future of our community library services and amenities. The survey closes 15 October. BINGE THE FRINGE Experience the buzz of Riverside Theatres from home with a selection of the best picks of edgy and quirky shows from Sydney and Melbourne Fringe Festival. Join the exclusive Online Watch Parties or access On Demand from 8-24 October. Have Your Say Community members are invited to give feedback on projects that shape our city.
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