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Following community consultation in 2025, Council has developed a preferred design to green Albion Street and is inviting the community to provide feedback. The proposal features one-way southbound traffic, angled parking, and new street trees. Feedback is welcome until 5pm on Tuesday 6 October 2026.
Council is inviting the community to share their thoughts on proposed names for a future park in the heart of the Melrose Park Precinct. Have your say by 5pm on Wednesday 16 September 2026.
Council invites community submissions on the draft Community Infrastructure Strategy 2026-2046. Public exhibition is open until 5pm on Tuesday 20 October 2026.
Have your say on proposed improvements for Iron Street Shops. Council invites the community to review the proposed concept design and provide feedback by 5pm on Friday 18 September 2026.
Share feedback on a proposal to introduce overnight parking restrictions in Brodie Street, Rydalmere. Submissions must be received by 5pm on Monday 21 September 2026.
Council welcomes submissions on proposed new fees & charges for improved sports grounds and facilities. Submissions are open until 5pm on Wednesday 30 September 2026.
Have your say on the proposed replacement and relocation of the foreshore playground at Eric Primrose Reserve, Rydalmere. Share your ideas by 5pm on Monday 21 September 2026 to help shape the future playground design.
In mid-2026, Council invited our community to have their say on the proposed playground replacement at Symonds Avenue, North Parramatta. Consultation closed at 5pm on Monday 7 September 2026.
In mid-2026, Council invited our community to have their say on the proposed playground replacement at Ambrose Hallen Park, Toongabbie. Consultation closed at 5pm on Monday 7 September 2026.
In mid 2026, Council asked for feedback on a proposal to introduce two new pedestrian crossings serving Melrose Park High School. Submissions were welcomed until 5pm on Monday 24 August 2026.
In mid 2026, City of Parramatta invited the community to help design the next generation of the district playground at Boronia Park in Epping. Feedback was welcomed until 5pm on Monday 24 August 2026.
Community feedback for the Bradley Drive Reserve playground replacement has now closed. Thank you to everyone for your feedback. Council will now carefully review all feedback and prepare a draft design for public exhibition.
Community feedback for the Bradley Drive Reserve playground replacement has now closed. Thank you to everyone who provided feedback. Council will carefully review all feedback and prepare a draft design for public exhibition later in 2026.
View a proposal to remove the bus stop and make some other minor changes in front of 120 Alfred Street, Harris Park to create customer parking. Feedback closed at 5pm on Monday 6 July 2026.
The public exhibition for these proposed traffic and parking changes in Carlingford closed at 5pm on Tuesday 14 July 2026. Thank you to everyone who reviewed the proposals and provided a submission. Council is currently reviewing submissions received during the exhibition period.
In mid-2026, Council asked our community to help us shape a vibrant South Parramatta CBD with a proposed new city square, activated laneways and a Chinatown destination. Feedback was welcome until 5pm on Tuesday 23 June 2026.
Thank you for having your say on the draft concept designs for Finlaysons Creek Trail Stages 2 and 3 in Wentworthville. The public exhibition has now closed, and we appreciate all submissions received from the community.
Council invited the community to review and provide feedback on a proposed Special Event Parking Scheme (SEPS) in Newington and parts of Silverwater. The scheme aims to manage traffic and parking impacts from major events. Submissions were welcomed until 5pm on Monday 27 July 2026.
Public Exhibition for the draft Planning Proposal for 59–59A Belmore Street, Oatlands has now closed. Council thanks the community for their submissions, which will be considered as part of the decision‑making process.
Submissions have now closed on Council’s proposal to install a chicane and new line markings on Evans Road, Dundas Valley to improve local road safety. Thank you to everyone who provided feedback.
The public exhibition for the proposed youth-focused facility at Ranghiou Reserve has now closed. Thank you to everyone who took the time to review the draft Concept Design and provide feedback during the exhibition period.
Submissions are closed on the proposed improvements to the intersection of Fitzwilliam Road, Station Road and Wentworth Avenue as well as the Wentworth Avenue roundabout at Toongabbie Bridge. Please read to learn more about this project.
Council’s Delivery Program and Operational Plan (‘DPOP') and Resourcing Strategy help to realise the vision and directions of the Community Strategic Plan 2025-2050 (‘CSP’) - the City’s highest level strategic document. Submissions closed at 8am on Friday 15 May 2026.
In early 2026, Council sought community feedback on proposed new turning restrictions at Wykoff Lane in Melrose Park and William Street in Ermington, as part of the Victoria Road upgrade works. Submissions were welcomed until 5pm on Friday 13 March 2026.
In mid-2026, the City of Parramatta publicly exhibited the Draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030. This important document helps Council continue its work to improve and deliver accessible and inclusive places, services and more. Submissions closed at 5pm on Wednesday 15 April 2026.
In early 2026, Council invited the community to provide feedback on a proposal to install a painted Seagull Island and line markings on Fitzwilliam Road at Greenleaf Street, Old Toongabbie, to improve motorist safety when turning right. Submissions closed at 5pm on Wednesday 3 March 2026.
Council invited the community to have their say on a proposed ‘All Traffic Left Turn Only’ restriction for northbound traffic on Tintern Avenue at Pennant Hills Road, Carlingford. Submissions closed at 5pm on Tuesday 14 July 2026.
In early 2026, Council invited the community to provide feedback during the public exhibition of a proposal for a Raised Pedestrian Crossing on Caroline Chisholm Drive, Winston Hills. Submissions were welcomed until 5pm on Friday 13 February 2026.
In early 2026, Council invited the community to provide feedback during the public exhibition of the Redbank Road, Northmead Raised Thresholds with Medians project. Submissions closed at 5pm on Friday 13 February 2026.
A new left-turn restriction is proposed for vehicles longer than 9 metres travelling northbound on Kleins Road at Moss Street, Northmead. Vehicles under 9 metres in length will not be affected and may continue to turn left at this intersection. Submissions were invited until 5pm on Tuesday 18 August 2026
Council is conducting a comprehensive review of the management of heritage within the City of Parramatta. The Draft Integrated Heritage Strategy and Draft Heritage Conservation Areas Review were on public exhibition in early 2026. Submissions were welcome until 5pm on Friday 3 April 2026.
Thank you to the community for having your say on the possible installation of new public toilets at Parramatta Station Car Park. Community consultation closed at 5pm on Friday 12 December 2025.
In late 2025 and early 2026, Council invited the community to help us develop a plan to reduce flooding in the Parramatta CBD and Local Government Area. Submissions were welcomed until 5pm on Friday 30 January 2026.
Council invited the community for feedback on plans to upgrade the multi-use sports court and create a new soft play space at Newington Community Centre. Consultation closed at 5pm on Wednesday, 10 December 2025. Thank you to everyone who shared their feedback.
The community was invited to review and share feedback on proposed upgrades to Doyle Ground, including a new sports pavilion building, 6-lane cricket practice nets, and disability parking bays, as part of Stage 2 of the facility improvement works. Submissions were welcomed until 5pm on Monday 3 August 2026.
In late 2025, Council exhibited revised traffic arrangements including a proposal for roundabouts at New and Dunlop Streets, as well as Fleet and Greenup Streets in North Parramatta. Submissions closed at 5pm on Monday 1 December 2025.
Our transport survey and interactive map closed at 5pm on Monday 19 January 2026. Please follow this project for further opportunities to have your say on transport.
In late 2025, Council ran a public exhibition process on the refurbishment of Rydalmere Bowling Club! Submissions were welcomed until 5pm on Tuesday 11 November 2025.
In late 2025, the City of Parramatta publicly exhibited Draft Amendments to the Sportsground Allocation Policy. Submissions were welcome until 5pm on Wednesday 12 November 2025. Council adopted the proposed amendments at its meeting on 8 December 2025.
Community consultation for the new public toilet at Plympton Road Shops, Carlingford has now closed. Feedback was welcomed until 5pm on Tuesday 28 October 2025. Thank you to everyone who shared feedback.
In late 2025, the City of Parramatta publicly exhibited a draft concept plan for the Rebecca Parade Shops upgrade. Submissions were welcomed until 5pm on Tuesday 28 October 2025.
The public exhibition for the Planning Proposal for land located at Hill Road, Lidcombe has now closed. Submissions were welcomed until 5pm on Wednesday 12 November 2025.
The City of Parramatta publicly exhibited draft plans for Stage 3 of the Duck River Nature Trail project in late 2025. Feedback was welcome until 5pm on Tuesday 9 December 2025.
On 11 November 2024, Council endorsed a new Council and Committee Meeting cycle, on a trial basis, until September 2026. Feedback was welcomed on the trial by 5pm on Thursday 18 September 2025.
Council invited the community to have your say on the proposed roundabout with pedestrian refuge islands at the intersection of Moseley Street and Young Road, Carlingford. Submissions closed at 5pm on Tuesday 23 September 2025.
Council sought community feedback on the proposed median islands on Park Road, Rydalmere with ‘No U-turn” restrictions. Submissions closed at 5pm on Tuesday 16 September 2025.
Council sought community feedback on the proposed roundabout and pedestrian refuge islands at the intersection of Thomas Street and Morton Street, Parramatta. Submissions closed at 5pm on Tuesday 16 September 2025.
In mid-2026, the City of Parramatta Council publicly exhibited the Parramatta Harmonisation Supplementary Matters and Housekeeping Planning Proposal. Submissions were welcome until 5pm on Wednesday 15 April 2026.
The public exhibition for the Repeal of Former Development Contributions Plans has now closed. Submissions were accepted until 5pm on Monday 30 March 2026.
The City of Parramatta publicly exhibited the Draft Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy 2025. Submissions were welcomed until 5pm on Monday 18 August 2025.
The submission period for feedback on the revised proposal for Trott Street, Parramatta, closed at 5pm on Tuesday 16 December 2025. Thank you to everyone who shared their views and contributed to this process.
Council invited the community to review the draft concept plan for the Willmot Reserve Playground replacement in Toongabbie. The plan reflects feedback from earlier consultation. Submissions were welcomed until 5pm on Monday 23 March 2026.
Council invited the community to review the draft concept plan for the Palestine Park Playground replacement in Winston Hills. The concept plan reflects feedback from earlier consultation. Submissions were welcomed until 5pm on Monday 23 March 2026.
Find out more about the Western Parramatta River and CBD Precinct Connections Project! Submissions on the draft concept design were welcomed until 5pm on Friday 12 September 2025.
Council invited the community to review the draft concept plan for the Hughes Avenue Reserve Playground replacement in Ermington. The concept plan reflects feedback from earlier consultation. Submissions were welcomed until 5pm on Monday 23 March 2026.
Community feedback for the Open Space and Outdoor Recreation Strategy has now closed. We appreciate everyone who took the time to share their ideas and insights. Click here to learn more.
A new community centre and library is coming to Carlingford! Thank you for sharing your feedback to help design this brand-new community facility. Consultation closed at 5pm on Wednesday 21 May 2025.
The Environmental Impact Statement prepared for the redevelopment of Riverside Theatres was on public exhibition via the NSW Government Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure - Major Projects Planning Portal. Submissions were welcomed until 5pm on Monday 28 April 2025.
Round one consultation closed at 5pm on Monday 1 September 2025. Thank you to everyone who shared their ideas. Please click on the project to find out more.
City of Parramatta Council is preparing a master plan for one of our key civic streets - George Street, Parramatta. Stage One closed at 5pm on Tuesday 20 May 2025.
Public Exhibition for the Planning Proposal, draft Development Control Plan and draft Planning Agreement for land at 90-96 Phillip Street, Parramatta closed 5pm on Tuesday 9 September 2025.
Council wants to create spaces where young people feel welcome and safe! In early-mid 2025, we asked you what upgrades you want to see delivered to make Parramatta a better place to relax and play. Feedback was welcome until 5pm on Tuesday 15 April 2025!
Council invited the community to provide feedback on a proposal to install new ‘No Parking’ and ‘No Stopping’ restrictions in Marathon Avenue, Clarke Street, and the surrounding narrow streets in Newington. Submissions were welcomed until 5pm on Wednesday 8 April 2026.
Stage one consultation for the Iron Street Shops upgrade has now closed. Thank you to everyone who shared their feedback. Further updates will be shared as the project progresses.
In early 2025, Council shared plans to deliver lighting, security cameras (CCTV), and other streetscape improvements at Waratah Shopping Centre in Telopea. This consultation closed at 5pm on Monday 24 March 2025.
Stage two consultation of new play equipment and upgrades to WR Musto playground in Parramatta is now closed. Feedback closed at 5pm on Monday 7 April 2025.
City of Parramatta Council is reviewing flood modelling around Haslams Creek. Community consultation closed at 5pm on Wednesday 11 December 2024. Click here to find out more.
What makes you feel safe in Parramatta? When it comes to crime and safety, everyone’s experience matters! In mid-2024 we consulted you on the draft Crime Prevention Plan. Learn more here.
Council is proposing to build a pedestrian and cyclist paths connecting the Wilderline (T6) to the M4 Shared Path (Duck river North) and Duck River South (Cumberland LGA)! This exhibition closed at 5pm on Tuesday 7 May 2024.
In response to recent changes to the Model Code of Meeting Practice, the City of Parramatta made changes to the draft Councillor Workshops Policy in early 2026. Submissions were welcomed until 5pm on Monday 30 March 2026.
Building an equitable Parramatta starts with you. See how you can help create a safer city, empowering our community to have a great quality of life. Submissions were welcome until 5pm on Monday 16 October 2023.
Discover our Economic Development Strategy’s five priority areas, ensuring people and businesses continue to thrive well into the future. Thank you for having your say by 5pm on Monday 16 October 2023.
A revised plan for the Wigram Street Cycleway Conversion was publicly exhibited in mid-2023. This consultation closed at 5pm on Tuesday 29 August 2023.
In late 2023, Council sought feedback on a draft Flood Study as well as information on resident flood experience(s). The feedback period closed at 5pm on Monday 30 October 2023.
Council has completed the streetscape and traffic improvements at Wentworth Street and Woodhouse Lane in the Parramatta CBD. Community consultation on the draft concept plan was undertaken in July 2023, with feedback helping to inform the final design and delivery of the project.
Consultation closed 5pm on Friday 24 June 2022. Thank you for telling us how you want to experience a smart city and going in the draw to win a $100 voucher.
Over two stages of engagement, Council worked with the local community to develop a concept plan for an upgraded playground at Ken Newman Park in Ermington.
In mid-2024, City of Parramatta publicly exhibited an updated Somerville Park Draft Concept Plan. Submissions were welcome until 5pm on Monday 19 August 2024.
The public exhibition period for the Draft Removal of Printed Promotional Materials Policy concluded at 5pm on Wednesday 1 February 2023. Learn more here.
The North Granville Master Plan will deliver a precinct that offers welcoming places to gather and meet, as well as active and passive recreation opportunities.
Community consultation on the proposed ‘No Right Turn’ between 7am - 9am and 3pm - 6pm Monday to Friday in Farnell Avenue at North Rocks Road, Carlingford is now closed.
The Parramatta City Centre Development Control Plan is a component of the review of the Parramatta CBD Planning Framework. Learn more about the recent exhibition here.
Learn more about draft Guidelines for Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure on Council Land which provides conditions for Electric Vehicle charging infrastructure.
Throughout early-mid 2025, the City of Parramatta hosted five ward-based community workshops to learn more about our local neighborhoods. Follow the project and learn more about what we heard here.
Sydney Water and the City of Parramatta are working together on this project and looking at ways to improve water quality. Public exhibition closed at 5pm on 15 Aug 2022.
Council invited feedback from the local community on the draft concept design prepared for the Mobbs Lane Reserve Playground upgrade. Feedback closed 5pm on Monday 7 April 2025.
Council is actively working with the Wentworth Point community to build a vision, set objectives and determine achievable action items for the suburb. Learn more today!
The Strengthening the Heart of Play project seeks to embellish Sherwin Park, Barton Park, PH Jeffery Reserve and Old Saleyards Reserve. Feedback was welcomed until 5pm on Tuesday 13 May 2025. Thanks to everyone who had their say!
The proposed Dunlop Street pedestrian and cyclist paths will result in a higher quality, safer, pedestrian and cyclist experience. Learn more about the project here.
The City of Parramatta is upgrading the Bartlett Street Centre and Thomas Wemyss Park, Ermington as part of Council’s long-running Better Neighbourhood Program (BNP).
City of Parramatta is working towards the creation of an Art Plan for North Granville which forms part of the Parramatta Road Urban Amenity Improvement Program.
Council is conducting a flood study of the A’Becketts Creek catchment area in Granville, Harris Park & Rosehill. Submissions closed at 5pm on 30 September 2022.
Council recently exhibited a Planning Proposal, Draft Development Control Plan (DCP) and Draft Planning Agreement for 8-14 Great Western Highway, Parramatta.
Thank you for having your say on the proposed conversion of one-hour parking in Parramatta CBD to 30-minutes. Submissions closed at 5pm on Tuesday 18 October 2022.
Council recently exhibited a Planning Proposal, Draft Development Control Plan and Draft Planning Agreement for 23-25 Windsor Road, Northmead. Learn more here.
Learn more about the Draft Site-Specific Planning Proposal, Draft Site-Specific Development Control Plan and Draft Planning Agreement for St John's Anglican Church site.
Planning Proposal, Draft Development Control Plan and Draft Planning Agreement for 135 George Street and 118 Harris Street, Parramatta (Albion Hotel site)
Construction of a pedestrian and cyclist bridge over the Parramatta River connecting Alfred Street in Rosehill to the northern bank of the river is complete.
The proposed bridges, shared path and cycleway will connect the Carter Street Precinct community to the Haslams Creek paths to the river and M4 shared path to the CBD.
In mid-2026, the City of Parramatta publicly exhibited the draft Code of Meeting Practice (June 2026). The Code of Meeting Practice was subsequently adopted by Council on Monday 24 August 2026
Thank you for having your say on the proposed greening options for Albion Street, Harris Park. Community consultation closed at 5pm on Monday 8 December 2025.
In mid 2026, the City of Parramatta publicly exhibited the draft Planning Agreement Policy (Amendment 2). Submissions were welcome until 5pm on Wednesday 20 May 2026.
Council invited the community to have their say on proposed pedestrian crossings for Baker Street and Blenheim Road in Carlingford in early 2026. With strong community support for pedestrian safety, the project was approved for construction following the engagement period.
In late 2025, the City of Parramatta publicly exhibited our Draft Naming Policy. Following a review of submissions, an updated Naming Policy was adopted at the 13 April 2026 Council Meeting.
Council sought community input to inform the development of the Waste and Circular Economy Strategy and Action Plan 2026–2036 through a two-stage community consultation process conducted in June 2025 and March 2026. The Strategy was adopted by Council at its meeting on 22 June 2026.
Every two years, the City of Parramatta Council reviews over 50 local and neighbourhood shopping centres to understand how they’re doing and where improvements might be needed. The 2026/27- 2027/28 survey closed on Sunday 30 November 2025.
In late 2025, the City of Parramatta publicly exhibited three options relating to all-electric building controls outside the Parramatta CBD. Submissions were welcome until 5pm on Monday 10 November 2025.
The City of Parramatta Council has teamed up with the Australian Government to pilot a survey which collects information on how people in local communities participate (or not) in sport and physical activity.
In late 2025, Council publicly exhibited the updated Draft Customer Service Policy and the Draft Customer Feedback and Complaints Management Policy. Both policies were subsequently adopted at the 10 November 2025 City of Parramatta Council Meeting.
Council invited the community to have your say on the proposed raised pedestrian crossing on Midson Road, Epping at Grant Close (near West Epping Park). Submissions closed at 5pm on Tuesday 23 September 2025.
In late 2025, Council invited submissions on the Draft Sister City Relationships Policy. Public exhibition closed at 5pm on Wednesday 12 November 2025.
Council sought community feedback on the proposed road improvement works for Spurway Street, Ermington. Submissions closed at 5pm on Tuesday 16 September 2025.
In mid 2025, the City of Parramatta publicly exhibited the Draft Local Orders Policy. Submissions were welcome until 5pm on Monday 29 September 2025. The Policy was adopted by Council at the 10 November 2025 Council Meeting.
Council invited the community to review the draft concept plan prepared as part of the Elizabeth Macarthur Park in Telopea. Submissions were welcome until 5pm on Wednesday 26 November 2025.
In late 2025, Council invited community feedback on the proposed draft concept design for the Williams Reserve playground in Dundas. The submission period closed at 5pm on Tuesday 16 December 2025.
Council invited the community to review the draft concept plan prepared as part of the Rapanea Community Forest playground replacement in Dundas Valley, which incorporates feedback from earlier consultation. Submissions were welcome until 5pm on Wednesday 26 November 2025.
Council invited the community to review the draft concept plan prepared as part of the Marri Badoo Reserve playground replacement, which incorporates feedback from earlier consultation. Submissions were welcome until 5pm on Wednesday 26 November 2025.
A new nature-based playground is proposed for the corner of Sophia Crescent and Williams Road in North Rocks. The proposal was shaped by earlier community feedback and interest. Community were invited to review the proposed draft concept plan and have their say by 5pm on Monday 22 June 2025.
The Delivery Program 2025-2029, Operational Plan and Budget 2025/26, and Resourcing Strategy, were adopted at the City of Parramatta Extraordinary Council Meeting held on 23 June 2025.
From Monday 28 April until 5pm on Monday 26 May 2025, community members were invited to submit an expression of interest for any one of nine City of Parramatta Advisory Panels.
The Community Strategic Plan 2025-2050 (CSP) captures your priorities and aspirations for the next 25 years and provides a roadmap for how we will get there. The CSP was adopted at the City of Parramatta Extraordinary Council Meeting held on 23 June 2025.
Council invited the community to have their say by selecting their preferred name for a proposed new laneway in Westmead. Feedback closed at 5pm on Wednesday 4 June 2025.
In early 2026, Council exhibited a draft site-specific DCP and draft Voluntary Planning Agreement (VPA) for the former Next Sense or Royal Deaf & Blind Institute site at North Rocks. Submissions closed at 5pm on Wednesday 4 March 2026.
In mid-2025, Council invited submissions on proposed changes to planning controls for land being developed at 57-83 Church Street, Parramatta. Submissions were welcome until 5pm on Wednesday 28 May 2025.
In early 2026, City of Parramatta Council finalised installation of a key gateway landmark in Wentworth Point. Thank you to everyone that had their say on this project.
The City of Parramatta proposes adding traffic-calming devices on the approaches to the roundabout located at the intersection of Wigram and Marion Streets in Harris Park to improve road and pedestrian safety. Feedback was welcome until 5pm on Tuesday 8 April 2025.
In early 2025, Council sought expressions of interest from community members to join our Floodplain Risk Management Committee. Council endorsed community representatives to the Floodplain Risk Management Committee on Monday 14 April 2025.
Discover our Civic Link and help transform the heart of Parramatta! Zoom in on Civic Link Block-3 (known as Horwood Place) and find out more about the developed design for the grand boulevard connecting Parramatta Square to Parramatta River. Submissions were welcomed until 5pm on Monday 17 March 2025.
In early 2025, the City of Parramatta publicly exhibited a Planning Proposal for 38-50 South Street, Rydalmere. Submissions closed at 5pm on Monday, 24 March, 2025.
The submission period for the Parramatta North urban renewal initiative is now closed. Thank you to everyone who provided feedback. For more information, please visit the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure.
Council invited community feedback on the proposed names for an unnamed laneway in Carlingford (behind Kingsdene Shops). Feedback closed at 5pm on Wednesday 18 December 2024.
Council invited community feedback on proposed options for a name to be used on an unnamed cul-de-sac in North Parramatta. Feedback closed at 5pm on Monday 9 December 2024.
The submission period for the draft Site-specific Development Control Plan and Planning Agreement for Granville (171 & 173, 181-185, 187 Parramatta Road, and 58, 60 & 64 Victoria Street) closed at 5pm on Friday, 24 January 2025. Learn more here.
The Draft Community Strategic Plan and other key strategies are on public exhibition until 9am on Wednesday 11 June 2025. Don't miss out on having your say!
Council has upgraded Shannons Paddock playground. Explore the unique heritage-inspired design and learn about the consultation process. Public exhibition closed at 5pm on Tuesday 22 October 2024.
The City of Parramatta has secured funding from the NSW Government to create a 40km/h High Pedestrian Activity Area (HPAA) in Granville, north of the railway line.
The Youth Inclusion Framework was adopted by the City of Parramatta on Tuesday 10 June 2025. The framework guides Council and youth organisations on how best to include and empower young people as decision makers and provide a platform for people aged 12-24 years old to contribute to the development of future services, infrastructure and programs.
Construction of the roundabout at the intersection of Fitzwilliam Road and Tucks Road, Toongabbie is scheduled to take place between 18 August and mid-November 2025 with some nightworks expected. Community engagement for this project closed at 5pm on Tuesday 13 August 2024.
Learn about a proposed roundabout at the intersection of North Rocks Road and Loyalty Road in North Rocks. Submissions closed at 5pm on Tuesday 13 August 2024.
Amendment No 14 to the Parramatta Local Environmental Plan 2023 was made on Friday 11 April 2025. The public exhibition period ran from 18 June until 18 July 2024. Thank you to everyone that got involved.
In mid-2025, we completed the final round of community consultation for the Carlingford Parklands project. The Landscape Design Plan was on public exhibition until 5pm on Wednesday 18 June 2025.
In mid-2024, Council invited feedback on the updated draft Debt Sportsground Allocation Policy. Submissions were welcomed until 5pm on Monday 27 May 2024.
The Affordable Rental Housing Policy was adopted by the City of Parramatta at the 8 July 2024 Council Meeting. Thank you to everyone that participated in the earlier public exhibition.
Council is amending the City Centre Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan for rezoned properties in the Church Street North Precinct. Click through to find out more.
Council is proposing to build a pedestrian and cyclist bridge at Bennelong Parkway to help you get around! This exhibition closed at 5pm on Tuesday 7 May 2024.
Council is investigating opportunities to deliver a walking and cycling route from Toongabbie to Westmead! This exhibition closed at 5pm on Tuesday 7 May 2024
The boundary amendment proposal between Harris Park and Parramatta Boundary Amendment was considered by the Geographical Names Board at its meeting held on 12 November 2024. The Board resolved to reject the proposal to amend the boundary between Harris Park and Parramatta.
In late 2023, Council invited feedback on the new draft Land Dedication Policy. Submissions were welcomed until 5pm on Monday 11 December 2023. At the 25 March 2024 Council Meeting, the Land Dedication Policy was adopted.
Thank you for providing your feedback to update the play equipment in this well-loved playground in Winston Hills. Submissions closed on Monday 10 June 2024.
In late 2023, Council invited feedback on the Draft Hoarding Policy and Draft Tower Crane Policy. Submissions were welcomed until 5pm on Monday 27 November 2023.
A decision has now been made by the the Minister for Local Government in relation to the boundary adjustment. Thank you to everyone who participated in the consultation during late 2023..
Thank you for your interest in the Creative Parramatta Cultural Strategy (2025-2034). In mid-2025, Council adopted the Creative Parramatta as a commitment to our community and a roadmap for the City’s vibrant future.
Each year we ask our community how satisfied they are with Council’s performance and services via the Community Satisfaction Survey. Results from the 2025 Survey are now available on Council website.
In late 2023, Council asked you to have your say on proposed changes to the City of Parramatta ward boundaries. Submissions were welcomed until 5pm on Tuesday 10 October.
Join us in advocating for a vibrant future, using data and technology to tackle complex challenges and seize opportunities, together. Thank you for having your say by 5pm on Monday 16 October 2023.
The Procurement Policy was adopted by City of Parramatta Council on Monday 13 October 2025 after being placed on public exhibition in mid-2025. Submissions were welcome until 5pm on Wednesday 30 July 2025.
The updated Parramatta Bike Plan has been endorsed. It supports the City of Parramatta’s vision to be Sydney’s Central City - sustainable, liveable, and productive.
The City of Parramatta is investing in Harris Park to boost business and highlight the suburb as a destination by celebrating the connections to South Asia and introducing Indian inspired decorative elements such as murals, overhead lighting, public art, and other streetscape improvements.
In early 2021, Council consulted the community around proposed names for two existing lanes located off Wentworth Avenue, opposite Toongabbie Train Station.
The transformation of Robin Thomas Reserve and James Ruse Reserve is complete! Enjoy a brand-new sports pavilion, upgraded playing fields, improved landscaping, enhanced accessibility features and revitalised public spaces.
Following the completion of the amenities building, Council is looking to improve the connection between Yates Avenue Shops with Dundas Park in Dundas Valley.
The NSW Government is working to improve infrastructure and facilities in Western Sydney. WestInvest is a key part of how those improvements will be delivered!
Endorsed - Public exhibition of the Landscape Masterplan Report closed at 5pm on Monday 3 April 2023. The Masterplan was adopted by Council on Monday 11 December 2023.
Thank you for having your say on a draft design for a community garden in Sherwin Park, North Parramatta. Submissions closed at 5pm on Friday 30 September 2022.
Stamford Avenue Shops is a small local centre comprising four shops at the corner of Stamford Avenue and Fremont Avenue, Ermington. Find out more about what is proposed!
Sue Savage Reserve & Reynolds Park: Masterplan in Motion Developed in partnership with the community, the masterplan provides an exciting new vision for this open space to guide and prioritise fut...
In late 2022, the NSW Government invited the community to have their say on the Sydney Metro West project. Public exhibition period concluded Tuesday 13 December 2022.
It’s bright and colourful, and a space for active recreation and meeting up with friends. Junction Street Plaza (Warawara Reserve) at 9 Junction Street, Granville, is open!
In late 2020, City of Parramatta completed extensive upgrades of the Chisholm Centre in Winston Hills. We are now looking to add an amenities block - learn more here!
Thank you for your submission on the naming of Plympton Road Bushland Reserve West. The public exhibition period closed at 5pm on Monday 28 November 2022.
In early April 2024, the City of Parramatta began work on the construction of the new playground
and associated landscaping around the new sporting pavilion at Peggy Womersley Reserve, Carlingford.
Carlingford locals can now enjoy a revitalised space to play and stay active, with works at Kilpack Park in Darwin Street now complete. The renewed space features a treehouse-style playground and outdoor gym, widened pedestrian paths with better lighting, updated barbecue facilities and extensive landscaping.
100 commuter car parking spaces are being added to Junction Road, Winston Hills in a joint partnership between The Hills Shire, Transport for NSW and City of Parramatta.
Thank you for your feedback to help bring Dixon Park Escarpment lookout to life and create a unique lookout experience over the Parramatta River just minutes from the CBD. Construction is now complete!
Construction is now complete! To view the completed works, click through the gallery of images in the project page. Thank you again for your interest and participation.
Council invited community feedback on two proposed name options for an unnamed Community Centre in the Carter Street Precinct. Feedback closed at 5pm on Tuesday 11 February 2025.
Planning Proposal and draft Development Control Plan (DCP) for the North-East Planning Investigation Area (Parramatta). Submissions closed at 5pm on Thursday 19 December 2024.
Newington Reserve is now home to a state-of-the-art synthetic sports field, new sports pavilion, outdoor fitness equipment, BBQ facilities, improved parking and landscaping, turning it into a modern recreation hub. The construction is now complete.
Learn more about the Late Night Trading Development Control Plan that will guide the night time economy to grow and diversify, and ensure good venue practice to promote a safe night time economy.
The Draft Development Control Plan for the Telopea Precinct provides further guidance on future development. Public exhibition closed 5pm Thursday 17 June 2021.
The Parramatta Development Control Plan 2023 (Parramatta DCP 2023) came into effect on 18 September 2023. To access the Parramatta DCP 2023, head to Council’s Development Control Plans webpage.
The City of Parramatta has now completed stage one and stage two improvement works at Don Moore Reserve in North Rocks. Follow this page to stay updated.
At the 8 December 2025 Council Meeting, City of Parramatta considered the Epping Community Infrastructure Analysis (ECIA), which is set to guide future decisions on major community infrastructure for the Epping community.
In mid-2025, Council invited feedback on several proposed street and walkway names as part of the Stage Two Melrose Park Precinct development to help ensure that they are appropriate before final approval. Consultation closed at 5pm on Tuesday 1 July 2025.
Thank you for having your say on the draft concept plan for a new amenities building and viewing platform at Max Ruddock Reserve in Winston Hills. Submissions closed at 5pm on Wednesday 20 December 2023.
The purpose of the supported proposal is to increase the number of unrestricted car parking spaces near Wentworthville Railway Station. Learn more here.
Council recently sought feedback on a proposal to install ‘6P 7pm - 7am Mon-Fri’ restrictions to up to 76 parking spaces on the western side of Cambridge Street, Epping.
City of Parramatta Council is committed to improving accessibility throughout our community. An option for verbal submissions ensures greater access for more people. To submit your feedback as an aud...
On Tuesday 14 June 2022, Council endorsed the most popular choice, Harmon Lane, for the unnamed laneway that runs from A'Beckett Street to Alfred Street.
In 2014 a vision was launched - that by 2025 millions of people who live and work within 20 minutes of the Parramatta River would be able to swim in it.
Endorsed! During October and November in 2019, we sought your feedback to help us prioritise our actions to reflect our community’s aspirations for our night time city!
Over two stages of engagement, Council sought feedback from the community on a fun new play space at Orchard Road Reserve (Carlingford Oval) Playground in Beecroft!
The vision for the city is to build-on and celebrate its unique identity, to provide homes, jobs and transport to support an inclusive, vibrant and welcoming lifestyle
Over two stages of community engagement, Council worked with the local community to deliver a concept plan for a fun new play space at Jenkins Street Reserve in Dundas!
City of Parramatta Council upgraded the Gallery Gardens playground, picnic facilities and tennis courts after comprehensive consultation with the community!
Thank you to everyone who contributed over the two stage stages of community consultation to inform the upgrade for this local centre. The upgrades are complete.
The draft Community Infrastructure Strategy (CIS) helps us to identify and plan for the current and future infrastructure needs of the City of Parramatta.
Parramatta Quay / Charles Street Square is the place where people travelling along the Parramatta River arrive at our city. Learn more about this exciting project!
Check out the names that have been endorsed for three streets and a park in the northernmost part of the Carter Street Precinct. Thank you to everyone that had their say.
Thank you to everyone who have provided feedback over the last 9 months! Explore the draft concept plan for the stage 1 upgrades and stay up to date with this project.
A framework for how government, businesses and industry partners can work together to improve visitor experiences and grow tourism across the Parramatta area.
A Draft Planning Proposal, Draft Development Control Plan and Draft Planning Agreement for 85-91 Thomas St, Parramatta was publicly exhibited in late 2021. Learn more!
As a result of the feedback, Council will not be proceeding with the installation of angle parking spaces in Short Street and Water Street, Wentworthville.
Bungaree Road Shops in Toongabbie are a convenient and much loved local centre and we are looking for ways to improve the look, feel and function of the area.
Council recently exhibited the Planning Proposal for land at 64 Victoria Road, North Parramatta. Exhibition concluded at 5pm on Wednesday 11 August 2021.
The NSW DPE is now exhibiting the translation of existing Business and Industrial zones into new Employment zones. Exhibition closed at 5pm on Tuesday 12 July 2022.
As food waste makes up almost half of the material in our general waste bin, Council wanted to hear your thoughts on a FOGO Collection Service! Learn more here.
The Review of Environmental Factors has now been approved under Part 5 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. Learn more about this project here!
Council invited community feedback in late 2021 and early 2022 regarding the operation and management of tennis courts at Dunrossil Park and George Kendall Reserve.
In early 2023, Council installed new lighting along the shared pathway on the northern side of the Parramatta River foreshore, between O’Connell Street & Marsden Street.
Located on the northern side of Granville Station, upgrades to Good Street and Bridge Street now offer residents, workers and visitors improved public spaces and amenity.
Council wants everyone in our community to benefit from our City’s growth and prosperity, and this is why Council created the Socially Sustainable Framework.
The adopted Hill Road Master Plan aims to increase pedestrian and vehicular safety, create a greener more shaded roadway, manage flooding and address drainage concerns.
The T-Way cycleway is a 30km off-road path from Windsor to Parramatta. The four on-road sections which remain are all located within the City of Parramatta.
Parramatta's growth and transformation requires a strategic approach to addressing parking needs. The Parramatta CBD Parking Strategy was endorsed in April 2022.
In 2021, City of Parramatta Council sought community feedback on the shortlisted names for the City’s new community, cultural, and civic heart in Parramatta Square.
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