Community News

City of Parramatta Lord Mayor Cr Bob Dwyer has reaffirmed his support for Council’s vision to create a new geographic and community heart in Granville. “The Granville Town Square Masterplan is our long-term vision to transform the heart of Granville into a space that’s greener, safer and more vibrant for the rapidly growing community. It’s […]

A colourful new mural featuring native Australian plants and animals has transformed a 40-metre shopfront in Rydalmere, breathing new life into the industrial hub’s main shopping strip. The large-scale public artwork by artist Claire Foxton is at the heart of City of Parramatta Council’s $670,000 revitalisation of Brodie Street shops, delivered under its Better Neighbourhoods Program. […]

Parramatta artefacts dating back to the First Fleet are being digitised with 3D technology and showcased online as part of City of Parramatta Council’s new partnership with Macquarie University. From a rusted axe found at the site of two convict huts to a clay cup traced back to 1790, more than 30 items from the Parramatta […]

Men, do you feel isolated and alone? Want to get together with other blokes? You don’t have to work issues out by yourself! Would you like to share stories with other men in a non-judgemental, safe and supportive environment? Today men can get together to chat in groups such as Hills OMNI. Hills Older Men’s […]

Tuesday 4 may 2021 to Saturday 8 May 2021 Come and get your Mother’s Day Gifts wrapped by Hills Relay for Life volunteers at Castle Towers for just a gold coin donation per gift! Look for the wrapping station at Level 3 – Outside Peter Alexander Store – at the Myer end of the Centre. […]

Eric Mobbs Reserve, Castle Hill 2154 MENS SHED PRODUCTS AT GREAT PRICES A COVID SAFE MARKET WITH EFTPOS AVAILABLE CHOPPING BOARDS – JEWELLERY BOXES – CANDLE HOLDERS – BEEHIVE HOTELS PENS – PENNY COASTERS – PHONE STANDS – ROLLING PINS – WOODEN BOWLS – BAGS OF FIREWOOD CHILDREN’S TOYS – WOODEN PUZZLES – DOLL’S PRAMS […]

A nationwide Knit-a-thon is being held from May 1st – 31st to proudly support the Life’s LittleTreasures Foundation – a not-for-profit organisation committed to providing resources and supportto families of premature and sick babies. In Australia, over 48,000 premature and sick babies are admitted into NICUs and special carenurseries each year. The knit-a-thon event aims […]

Every Friday, Centenary Square comes alive with the Parramatta Farmers Market, showcasing a variety of fresh fruits, eggs, vegetables, nuts, bread, meat, honey, pastries and flowers sourced from the Sydney basin and regional NSW. The markets are perfect for an inspiring breakfast or lunch, and for stocking up fresh Australian produce. Fridays are your opportunity […]