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25 April
This
ANZAC Day, join us in honouring all our Australian servicemen and
women, past and present. Commemorate the day alongside your community at
the special Dawn Service hosted by our local City of Parramatta and
Epping RSL sub-Branches.
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Enjoy Author Talks at Parramatta Libraries 5 & 19 April
Join
us for two exciting author talks this month including local historian
Trevor McAlister author of 'Exploring Hidden Sydney', and Melissa
Monteiro author of 'The Girl from Mumbai' which tells an inspiring
migrant story of people, purpose, and passion. Book now
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Celebrate Youth Week 20 - 30 April
Youth
Week returns this year with a celebration of events and activities
happening across the City. If you’re between 12-24 years of age and
live in Parramatta, don’t miss your chance to connect, participate, and
celebrate! Find out more |
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Join us for a change makers workshop 29 April
Are
you passionate about creating positive change in the community? Join us
for this one-day Council run workshop at Club Parramatta, which aims to
lay strong foundations for your growth as an effective change maker. Book now
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Active Parramatta awaits
Play
the holidays away with endless kids activities including NRL, netball,
touch football and pickleball. For the adults, register now into our
Term 2 Fitness Program to receive early bird discounts on yoga, Zumba,
pilates and more! Learn more |
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Over 55’s Term 2 Leisure and Learning program
Choose from an extensive range of enjoyable, physical, recreational and social activities. Term
2 registrations are now open. Learn more
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Opening
Spring-2023, the Parramatta Aquatic Centre (PAC), will be a year-round
destination for swimming, fitness and wellness, catering to families,
schools, workers, and visitors to the Parramatta community. Foundation
memberships coming soon, register your interest now! |
Find your parking space at PHIVE, Parramatta Square |
PHIVE
car park on the corner of Smith and Darcy street is opening soon! This
state-of-the-art car park will offer 24/7 access, accessible parking,
ticketless and cashless convenience, and competitive short-stay pricing.
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Have your say in naming a Northmead laneway |
Help
Council name the unnamed laneway that runs behind the Kleins Road shops
from Balmoral Street to Briens Road Northmead. Have your say on
Participate Parramatta by 5pm, Thursday 6 April. Find out more |
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Buses continue to replace ferries until 20 April
Construction work on the Alfred Street Bridge will see ferry services out of order until Thursday, 20 April. Check out the latest exciting news on the construction of the Alfred Street Bridge, including videos of the installation of the deck and arch. Learn more |
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Kings Foreshore lights up |
Twenty
LED light poles now line the shared pathway adjacent to the Old King's
Parade Ground, between O’Connell Street and Marsden Street, making the
trip between the Parramatta CBD and CommBank Stadium brighter and safer
for pedestrians and cyclists. Learn more |
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Chemical Clean Out Day is coming up7 May Clean up your household hazardous
waste including items that are corrosive, flammable, explosive, toxic or
poisonous. This includes everyday household items such as bleach, garden and
pool chemicals and cleaning solvents. Learn more |
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Epping heritage
conservation planting |
More
than 260 new trees are currently being planted along nature strips
throughout Epping as part of the East Epping Heritage Conservation Area
Street Tree Planting Program. From Blueberry Ash, Bottlebrush, Crepe
Myrtle, to Ivory Curl, Luscious Watergum and Turpentine, each tree has
been carefully chosen to reflect the heritage of the area and
suitability for the location. Learn more
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Small business marketing webinar How
can you market your business for very little or no cost? Join us on Wednesday,
19 April for this free webinar where we will dive into over 100
marketing ideas and walk through how you can practically implement them for
your business. Learn more |
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Starting a small business webinar |
This
free webinar will get you well on your way to starting your business. Join us
on Thursday, 27 April to learn everything you need to know about
business registration; legal requirements; council requirements; insurance;
market research; business planning and more. Learn more
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