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PROJECT UPDATES

Artist rendering of the new Riverside Theatres Redevelopment

Riverside Theatres Redevelopment Project

The $188 million redevelopment will expand Riverside Theatres, creating modern, versatile spaces for world-class performances and community engagement. Share your feedback on the concept designs online or at upcoming drop-in sessions in December. Help shape the future of Riverside Theatres!

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Construction crew working on the new Junction Street Plaza

It’s All Action at Junction Street Plaza

Construction continues at Junction Street Plaza, an exciting new youth-oriented urban park under the M4 at Granville. The large custom pre-cast concrete culverts, some weighing up to 30 tonnes, are now on-site, forming the parkour course and social spaces for the community to enjoy early 2025.

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Construction workers working on the Hunts Creek Bridge

Hunts Creek Bridge Update

Major works on Hunts Creek Bridge are set to begin on 20 January 2025, with nightworks, weekend works, and road closures planned for culvert replacement and bridge reconstruction. The project is expected to continue until March 2026.

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Bobcat clears silt out of the Parramatta River

Parramatta River Drainage Project

Council has completed a major clean-up of the Parramatta River, draining sections between the Marsden and Charles Street weirs to remove debris and improve river health. This important project, carried out every few years, recently captured the attention of the community and Channel 9 News.

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PROGRAMS & INITIATIVES

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Beat The Heat: Find a Cool Place This Summer

Stay cool this summer by visiting Parramatta's designated Cool Places like branch libraries, Lake Parramatta, water play playgrounds, and shopping centres. In a heatwave emergency, these locations will extend their hours. Plan ahead, stay safe, and follow NSW Health and NSW Ambulance advice.

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School Holiday Fun at City of Parramatta Libraries

This summer, City of Parramatta Libraries offer exciting activities for the whole family. Explore a planetarium, join dinosaur digs, and meet Australian wildlife up close!

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Free Home Energy Advice for Parramatta Residents

The City of Parramatta is offering a free service to help residents electrify their homes with solutions like solar, batteries, heat pumps, and more. Get expert advice, quotes, and support via phone, email, or SMS throughout the process.

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Child Restraint Fitting Day

Parents and carers within the City of Parramatta can have their child’s car restraint fitted or checked for free on Thursday, 16 January 2025 by an authorised professional. Bookings open 19 December.

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Connect with PHIVE

Stay updated on everything happening at PHIVE with our new email newsletter! Get the latest events, news, and exclusive offers delivered straight to your inbox.

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What Are Your Tips For a Thriving Community?

Help shape the future by sharing your input on the Community Strategic Plan, which sets our community’s goals and aspirations. Your feedback is essential as we plan for the next four years and beyond. Have your say before 5pm on Monday 16th December 2024.

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Shaping an Inclusive Future

The City of Parramatta is thrilled to be creating our first Socio-Economic Inclusion Framework to build a more inclusive community. Share your needs and perspective to help shape a better future for all!"

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Active Parramatta

A big shoutout to everyone who participated in our programs—here’s to a healthy and active year ahead. Stay on track during the break with free PDF resources from the Active Parramatta Van, and get ready for 2025 by checking out the upcoming schedule.

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Lunar New Year Celebrations at City of Parramatta Libraries

Celebrate the Year of the Snake with Chinese calligraphy lessons and lantern-making workshops at City of Parramatta Libraries. Join in the festivities and get creative!

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City of Parramatta Council acknowledges the Dharug people who are the traditional custodians of the land of Parramatta. Council pays respect to the elders past and present of the Dharug nation and extends that respect to other Aboriginal people visiting this site.