George Kendall Riverside Park
Stay up to date on the design and construction process for George Kendall Riverside Park here.
Stay up to date on the design and construction process for George Kendall Riverside Park here.
Tell us what you want by 5pm on Monday 10 April!
Consultation has closed. Thank you for having your say on the concept design!
The Parramatta Local Environmental Plan (LEP) has been adopted by Council.
View the Traffic Plan for Good and Bridge Streets that we recently sought feedback on here.
Tell us how to improve your local town centre and help make a difference in your community before Sunday 26 March 2023.
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.
Four of Council's key strategic documents are now due for a refresh, and we need your help to make it happen. Learn more about the process here!
Council is exhibiting the Draft ‘Harmonisation’ Parramatta Development Control Plan and is inviting submissions until 5pm on Monday 1 May 2023.
The Binalong Park Master Plan was adopted on the 26 of July 2021! Learn more about the consultation process and what we heard here.
Public exhibition of the Landscape Masterplan Report closes at 5pm on Monday 3 April 2023.
Help Council choose a name for this unnamed laneway. Have your say before 5pm on Thursday 6 April 2023.
Find out what's planned for the Lake Parramatta swimming area. Submissions close 5pm Friday 23 December 2022.
Help Council perk up our playgrounds so you can play your way! We are upgrading a series of playgrounds in Parramatta and we want to hear from you!
The City of Parramatta has completed upgrades at Max Ruddock Reserve in Winston Hills and is now looking to upgrade the amenities building.
Help us make the area under the M4 an urban park where you can hang out with friends and have fun! Learn more and get involved today.
Council is actively working with the Wentworth Point community to build a vision, set objectives and determine achievable action items for the suburb!
Three unnamed laneways in North Parramatta. Submissions closed 5pm Monday 8 August 2022.
Thank you for all of your great ideas which helped us to create a mural for Boronia Grove Community Centre. Check it out today!
Public exhibition of the amendments to the City of Parramatta (Outside CBD) Development Contributions Plan closed at 5pm on Tuesday 28 February 2023.
This consultation closed at 5pm on Tuesday 28 February 2023. Thank you for your feedback! Learn more here.
The City of Parramatta Community Engagement Strategy (2022-24) was adopted by Council at it's Meeting held Monday 28 November 2022. Learn more here!
Learn more about draft Guidelines for Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure on Council Land which provides conditions for Electric Vehicle charging infrastructure.
Public exhibition of Planning Proposal for 353A-353C Church Street and part of 351 Church Street, Parramatta (Riverside Theatres site) closed at 5pm, 2 February 2023.
Learn more about the endorsed plan to create a fenced dog off-leash area at West Epping Park as per the adopted master plan!
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!
Council wants to work with you to deliver an improved netball court at Dundas Park. Learn more about the consultation here!
“Bennelong Cove” - 16 Burroway Road and part 5 Footbridge Boulevard, Wentworth Point
Rydalmere Park Masterplan was adopted by City of Parramatta Council in July 2019.
Council recently exhibited a Planning Proposal, Draft Development Control Plan (DCP) and Draft Planning Agreement for 8-14 Great Western Highway, Parramatta.
Call for Expressions of Interest for Café and Small Bar Operators at 6 Valentine Avenue, Parramatta are now closed. Learn more here!
Council is currently developing a draft Community and Crown Land Plan of Management. You can now check out what we heard during stage one consultation!
In late 2022, Council sought community feedback on a proposal to amend the boundary between Sydney Olympic Park and Wentworth Point. Learn more here.
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 City of Parramatta (Outside CBD) Development Contributions Plan 2021 commenced on 20 September 2021.
View the Draft Loan Policy. Exhibition closed 5pm Monday 23 January 2023.
View Council's plan to improve Ermington Shops. The feedback period closed at 5pm on Monday 19 September 2022.
Council is developing a First Nations Strategy to build on our important work with Dharug and the First Nations community. Stage one feedback closed 21 December 2022.
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.
Council is working with Western Sydney Local Health on a 3 year study into how people move about their neighbourhood. Learn more here!
Council recently sought feedback from the community on a proposal to improve pedestrian and cyclist facilities at the eastern end of George Street in Parramatta!
The City of Parramatta has proposed a number of improvements to deliver a safer and more pleasant cycling connection between Epping and Carlingford.
Submissions closed at 5pm on Tuesday 25 October 2022 for the re-exhibition of the plans of a priority pedestrian and cyclist route in Harris Park.
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.
Council resolved to endorse the Planning Proposal, site-specific DCP and Planning Agreement at its meeting on 12 December 2022.
Council resolved to endorse the Planning Proposal, site-specific DCP and Planning Agreement at its meeting of 11 October 2021.
In late 2022, the NSW Government invited feedback on the Environmental Impact Statement prepared for Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2. Learn more here.
Council is constructing a pedestrian and cyclist bridge over the Parramatta River at Alfred Street in Rosehill. Learn more about the associated works here.
Planning Proposal, Draft Development Control Plan and Draft Planning Agreement for 135 George Street and 118 Harris Street, Parramatta (Albion Hotel site)
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.
Thank you for your feedback to help bring Stewart Street Reserve to life and create a unique lookout experience over the Parramatta River just minutes from the CBD!
Stage 3 Community Consultation has closed - thank you for having your say on the refined Public Domain Concept Plan by 5pm on Tuesday 13 December 2022!
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.
Submissions closed 5pm Friday 5 August 2022.
In late 2022, we consulted our community on a proposed pump track - learn more here!
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.
Council is upgrading the playground at Walter Brown Park in Oatlands.
In late 2022, the City of Parramatta Council publicly exhibited our Draft Investment Policy for feedback. Learn more here.
The City of Parramatta Local Orders Policy was on public exhibition in late 2022. Learn more here!
Public Exhibition of the Administrative Amendments to Fees and Charges 2022/23 concluded at 5pm on Thursday 17 November 2022. Learn more here!
Council is upgrading Sturt and Acacia Parks in Telopea. These upgrades will provide the community with continued access to quality recreation spaces.
In late 2022, Council exhibited a Planning Proposal and Draft Planning Agreement for a site at 263-273 & 279R Pennant Hills Road and 18 Shirley Street, Carlingford.
The Final Draft Concept Plan and Traffic Plan were on exhibition until 5pm on Monday 7 November 2022. View updates here.
The goals and actions in this four-year plan are designed to place people and communities at the heart of what we do.
Thank you for having your say on the draft Public Domain Concept Plan to connect key landmarks in Granville by 5pm on Friday 4 November 2022!
Council is seeking to upgrade the local shopping centre located on Sherwood Street in Northmead. The public exhibition period closed at 5pm on Friday 4 November 2022.
Stage 2 Consultation closed - thank you for having your say before Friday 4 November 2022!
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.
Exhibition of the Draft CBD Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan 2021 concluded on 20 September 2021.
Tell us what you think about the upgrades at Woodstock Road Shops and Douglass Avenue Reserve!
Thank you for having your say on the proposed additional works at Barnett Dog Park. The consultation period closed at 5pm on Thursday 20 October 2022.
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.
The Parramatta CBD Planning Proposal was endorsed at the City of Parramatta Council Meeting held on Tuesday 15 June 2021. Learn more here.
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.
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.
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.
The preferred name that came out of community consultation, 'Bukbuk Walk', was endorsed by Council at it's meeting on Monday 26 September 2022.
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.
Vote for your favourite pool, room and space name options using the online survey and help Council come up with a shortlist of preferred names! Closing 5pm, Wed 27 July.
Council recently sought your feedback on the draft Sustainability Small Grants and Rebates Program as part of public exhibition.
Learn more about the draft DCP that will guide the night time economy to grow and diversify, and ensure good venue practice to promote a safe night time economy.
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.
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.
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.
Council recently re-exhibited the Draft Planning Agreement for the site at 14-16 Hill Road, Sydney Olympic Park. Learn more here.
This consultation closed on Thursday 23 June 2022 at 5pm. Thank you to everyone who provided feedback!
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.
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!
Over two stages of engagement, Council will be seeking feedback from the local community on the proposed upgrades to Mobbs Lane Reserve Playground. Have your say today!
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).
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.
In early 2022, Council consulted the community on a Planning Proposal and Planning Agreement for 22 Noller Parade, Parramatta. Learn more here!
In early 2022, Council invited community feedback on a proposal to name the service laneway that curves behind the Lomond Centre, Winston Hills.
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.
Public exhibition of Council's draft Code of Meeting Practice concluded at 5pm on Tuesday 7 June 2022. Thank you for having your say!
Public exhibition of the Planning Proposal and draft Planning Agreement for 1 Windsor Road, North Rocks concluded at 5PM on Friday 17 December 2021.
Council recently exhibited the Planning Proposal for land at 64 Victoria Road, North Parramatta. Exhibition concluded at 5pm on Wednesday 11 August 2021.
The Integrated Transport Plan for Parramatta CBD assesses the impacts of the Parramatta CBD Planning Proposal and identifies required improvements.
Council recently exhibited a Planning Proposal, Draft Development Control Plan and Draft Planning Agreement for 23-25 Windsor Road, Northmead. Learn more here.
The Sportsground Strategy and Action Plan (SSAP) will aid the long-term management and planning for sportsgrounds for the City of Parramatta.
Council recently consulted on the five (5) proposed names for five (5) new streets in the Hill Road Precinct, Sydney Olympic Park!
Parramatta's growth and transformation requires a strategic approach to addressing parking needs. The Parramatta CBD Parking Strategy was endorsed in April 2022.
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.
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.
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.
Council is progressing with the second stage of upgrading the streetscape along Valentine Avenue in Parramatta's Southern Precinct.
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.
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.
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!
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!
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!
The Draft Development Control Plan for the Telopea Precinct provides further guidance on future development. Public exhibition closed 5pm Thursday 17 June 2021.
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!
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.
Following the completion of the amenities building, Council is looking to improve the connection between Yates Avenue Shops with Dundas Park in Dundas Valley.
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Imagine Granville campaign! Learn more here!
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.
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.
PRUAIP provides funding to develop open spaces and plazas, cycle paths, playing fields and streetscape improvements along the Parramatta Road corridor.
Council is upgrading the sporting facilities at Robin Thomas Reserve and James Ruse Reserve. Learn more today!
Read about why our community thinks it is important that everyone can see and have a direct impact on Council decisions that shape our City!
Tell us what you think about the recently completed upgrades at the Lomond Centre Shops in Winston Hills!
The purpose of the supported proposal is to increase the number of unrestricted car parking spaces near Wentworthville Railway Station. Learn more here.
Thank you to everyone who contributed over the two stage stages of community consultation to inform the upgrade for this local centre. View the final plans here.
Thank you to everyone who voted to help decide the vibe for Phillip Lane! Learn more about this project here.
Following community consultation, 71% of participants indicated support for a permanent fence at Cowells Lane. Learn more here!
The new Richill Park Playground and Yarning Circle in Constitution Hill is now open! Check it out and learn more here.
Find out more about the adopted Granville Town Square Master Plan and what we heard here.
Council will soon be delivering the second stage of proposed works on Phillip Street Smart Street. Learn more here!
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.
Parramatta is a rapidly developing City, with a rich and unique cultural identity at its core!
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
Council is proposing to install ‘40km/h High Pedestrian Activity Areas (HPAA)’ restrictions and speed cushions in selected streets in Newington.
Construction has now been completed on the upgrade to Doyle Ground Playground in North Parramatta. Learn more about the project and the feedback we received here!
In early 2021, Council sought feedback on six potential draft built form options presented in the Draft Planning Strategy for the North-East Planning Investigation Area.
The City of Parramatta sought feedback on recent amendments to the Councillors’ Expenses and Facilities Policy. These were endorsed in November 2021.
Council reviews the Operational Plan and Budget annually to ensure activities are on track with its Delivery Program and priority goals.
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.
From Monday 16 November until Monday 7 December 2020, the Epping Pool Draft Concept Plan was publicly exhibited. Learn more here!
Council is collaborating with the NSW government on a free and digital public space project that celebrates our public spaces. Voting has now closed!
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.
Council consulted on a proposal to install angled parking spaces with timed restrictions on the western side of Victoria Street, Epping.
In late 2020, Council conducted extensive community engagement around a number of names proposed for the roads and open spaces of the Melrose Park Precinct.
City of Parramatta is pleased to announce that it will be upgrading Brodie Street, Rydalmere as part of its Better Neighbourhoods Program (BNP).
Council recently sought the community's feedback on the value of 50 local and neighbourhood centres. Find out what we heard here!
The new Buruwang Park Playground in Newington is now open! Check it out and learn more here.
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.
Council has approved changes to how rates are calculated by introducing a single, consistent method of calculation.
The Master Plan for Belmore Park in North Parramatta was adopted by Council at its meeting held on Monday 22 March 2021. Check it out and learn more here!
The upgrade of Edwin Ross Reserve in Carlingford is now complete! Check it out and learn more here.
The upgrades to the Melbourne Road Reserve Playground in Winston Hills are now complete! Check it out and learn more here.
Pierre de Coubertin Park Playground in Newington has now been upgraded and is open to the community. Check it out and learn more here!
Roger Gregory Playground in Winston Hills is now open to the community. Check it out and learn more about the project here!
The upgraded River Park Playground in Ermington is now open! Check it out and learn more about the project here.
City of Parramatta Council upgraded the Gallery Gardens playground, picnic facilities and tennis courts after comprehensive consultation with the community!
In early 2021, Council consulted the community around proposed names for two existing lanes located off Wentworth Avenue, opposite Toongabbie Train Station.
The Heart of Play Master Plan has now been adopted and will provide the blueprint for upgrades and improvements to a sporting and recreation network in North Parramatta.
Council recently sought feedback on a proposal to promote Harris Park as ‘Little India’. Learn more about this project here.
In early 2021, Council asked young people aged 12 to 25 in and around Epping to come up with ideas to help activate the local area!
Thank you to everyone who provided feedback on the proposed parking scheme. As a result of community consultation, the proposed parking scheme will not be proceeding.
We asked the community to share stories, great initiatives and ideas to help our community cope and recover. Find out what we heard here.
Council conducted a review of the many land use plans that apply to different parts of the City of Parramatta area.
The draft Community Infrastructure Strategy (CIS) helps us to identify and plan for the current and future infrastructure needs of the City of Parramatta.
In December 2020, Council consolidated the 9 sets of development application (DA) notification requirements from the Development Control Plans.
A framework for how government, businesses and industry partners can work together to improve visitor experiences and grow tourism across the Parramatta area.
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.
Thank you to everyone that commented on the Homebush Bay Circuit Wayfinding Strategy and Masterplan Draft. Check out what we heard!
Thank you to everyone that had a say on changes to Council's Code of Meeting Practice!
Thank you for sharing your views on the Draft Pesticide Use Notification Plan. Check it out in English and major community languages here!
Are your local shops in line for an upgrade? Check out what we heard during community consultation!
Thank you for your feedback! We will keep you updated as more information becomes available about this project.
The City of Parramatta received 113 formal responses via its engagement portal and three email submissions. We thank everyone for their contributions!
The Delivery Program is a 3-year business plan that outlines how Council will deliver its core services, activities, programs, projects, budget, and fees and charges.
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!
Council conducted a study in 2020 to better understand the needs of businesses in our key industrial employment lands to prosper into the future!
The Community Engagement Strategy, which has now been endorsed by Council details how we will engage with you and how you can have a say on projects that matter to you!
During late 2020, Council's Research and Insights team asked the community about the impact of COVID-19 on their health and fitness.
Council wanted to learn about our community's experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic.
In mid-2020, we asked for your feedback on the Council's Draft Operational Plan and Budget 2020/21, part of which will help guide the City’s recovery from COVID-19.
We're progressing plans to build an iconic new cultural, community and civic building which will define the character and identity of the future Parramatta Square.
You are invited to review the current Development Applications and should you wish, make a written submission.
Community Engagement Team
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1300 617 058
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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 First Nations people visiting this site.