Artist’s impression of Parramatta Light Rail on Macquarie Street.
Parramatta Light Rail update
The Parramatta Light Rail is expected to open in 2023. To deliver this project on time, there will be changed traffic conditions in the Parramatta CBD throughout May and June to allow for construction work. Road closures include intersections on Macquarie Street and Charles Street.
Welcome to the May edition of ePULSE, bringing you the inside scoop on the latest news, events, and initiatives in the City of Parramatta.
We’ve got some exciting announcements this month, including the extension of free parking in the CBD and a chance to have your say on the future of Melrose Park North. We also have an exciting range of events and activities coming up soon. Find out all the details in this e-newsletter.
Newly upgraded tennis courts at Gallery Gardens: open for bookings
Upcoming exhibition: DPOP
Council invites your feedback on the Draft Operational Plan and Budget 2021/22.
The plan, known as Year Four of the Delivery Program 2018-2022, details how Council will implement its core services, activities, programs and projects in the next financial year.
Have your say before 5pm Tuesday 25 May.
Heart of Play masterplan design
Council is seeking your feedback on the Heart of Play masterplan design, the blueprint for a North Parramatta sporting and recreation network. Join us at one of four information sessions:
Saturday 15 May 9am - 12pm at Doyle Ground (near playground)
Saturday 15 May 1.30pm - 4.30pm at Doyle Ground (near playground)
Tuesday 18 May 2pm - 5pm at Doyle Ground (near kiosk)
Saturday 22 May 9am - 12pm at PH Jeffery Reserve
If you can't join us in person, have your say online.
Free Bollywood Dance and Activities for Over 55s
Don’t miss out on a range of free health and fitness activities, including a new Bollywood Dance class starting this month in Wentworthville. Active Parramatta Van’s Better Ageing programs for over 55s are delivered online and face-to-face.
Parramatta, Where It’s AT: Where Thousands Share One Voice
Bankwest Stadium becomes ‘Wanderland’ as the Western Sydney Wanderers take on their rivals this season. Be there when the Red & Black show the other teams who run this town!
Park for free in Parramatta:
extended until 30 June
Council and Transport for NSW have extended their promotion, which gives visitors free parking at the City Centre and Eat Street car parks. To receive a free parking voucher, spend $20 or more at a participating business.
Click button below for car park locations, retailers, and terms and conditions.
Artist's impression of Melrose Park North. Image credit: Payce.
The future of Melrose Park North
Have your say on the Planning Proposal, draft site-specific Development Control Plan and Planning Agreement for Melrose Park North.
The
precinct will provide a functional blend of high-density residential,
open space, retail and commercial uses, and a new school. Public
exhibition closes at 5pm, 24 May.
Have your say
Zombie Thoughts
What's on at Riverside
Riverside’s National Theatre of Parramatta presents the Australian premiere of Zombie Thoughts. Choose your own adventure with this live, interactive show where the audience influences the outcome. Book your tickets here.
FORM Dance Projects and Riverside Theatres present Dance Bites 2021 ‘NARCIFIXION – ANTON’ an expansive contemporary dance duet from 13-15 May. Book your tickets here.
Author Alexa Moses will be presenting Story Room sessions.
What's happening at City of Parramatta Libraries this month?
City of Parramatta Libraries have some exciting events coming up this month.
From a national simultaneous story time session to creative writing workshops, English classes and more.
Parramatta Road – Australia’s oldest highway
Tracing an ancient track used by the First Peoples, Parramatta Road was adopted by colonists as the predominant land crossing between the settlements of Sydney Cove and Parramatta.
By the twentieth century, Parramatta Road became known for its abundance of motor vehicle-related businesses, including the well-known ‘Auto Alley’.
Free Community Solutions workshops
Council’s free Community Solutions workshops will take place online on the 20 and 27 May, with co-founder of social enterprise ‘Good for the Hood’ Jo Taranto.
Jo has worked with ABC's War on Waste and Fight for Planet A: Our Climate Challenge and has helped communities all over Australia to take action and make cleaner, kinder and more sustainable choices.
Lodging requests just got easier
Are you looking to lodge your Council requests quickly and easily online?
With Council’s new and improved Online Services Portal you can update your details, make a payment, apply for a certificate or submit requests like reporting illegally dumped rubbish, abandoned vehicles, or your missed bin services, plus much more.
Please note: since printed copies of many of our local newspapers are no longer available, all Development Applications (DAs), items on exhibition, and public notices will now be available via Council’s website.
Council Meetings will typically be held on the second and fourth Monday of each month at 6.30pm. For more information and to access the live link, visit: cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au/council/council-meetings.
Contact us
Phone: 1300 617 058
Email: council@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au
