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  • NSW coffee cup mandate faces repeal
  • $2.5M boost for NSW Mental Health Hubs
  • $94M armed police command begins operations
  • Three local students reach state finals of Premier's Spelling Bee
  • Wentworthville dad turns struggling lawn into a green contender
  • Local family business keeps local commercial sites running
  • Parramatta powers into the night-time economy top 10
  • Cameron MacLean elected Parramatta’s youngest ever Lord Mayor
  • Pullman Sydney Olympic Park partners with DFO for Ultimate Shopping Weekend
  • Driver challenges hefty $722 Olympic Park parking fine
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Three local students reach state finals of Premier's Spelling Bee

Three local students reach state finals of Premier's Spelling Bee

Education / 01 Nov 2026

THREE talented young students from the Parramatta region are preparing to test their spelling skills against NSW's best when the Premier's Spelling Bee state finals are held in Penrith on Friday, November 6.

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Local family business keeps local commercial sites running

Local family business keeps local commercial sites running

Business / 14 Oct 2026

A NORTH Parramatta family business founded in 2008 is continuing into its second generation, helping maintain the commercial spaces where locals work, shop and access everyday services.

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Parramatta powers into the night-time economy top 10

Parramatta powers into the night-time economy top 10

Entertainment / 30 Sep 2026

WESTERN Sydney has emerged as a national powerhouse of Australia’s night-time economy, with Parramatta, South West Sydney and Blacktown all securing places among the country’s top-performing after-dark precincts.

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Pullman Sydney Olympic Park partners with DFO for Ultimate Shopping Weekend

Pullman Sydney Olympic Park partners with DFO for Ultimate Shopping Weekend

Travel / 23 Sep 2026

PULLMAN Sydney Olympic Park is launching a new two-night shopping escape in partnership with DFO Homebush, giving shoppers the perfect excuse to turn a day of retail therapy into a weekend away.

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Driver challenges hefty $722 Olympic Park parking fine

Driver challenges hefty $722 Olympic Park parking fine

News / 23 Sep 2026

TONY BOSWORTH | A MOTORIST fined $722 for allegedly parking in a disabled parking bay at Sydney Olympic Park (SOP) has questioned whether the space was clearly enough marked, saying drivers should be given a reasonable opportunity to recognise parking restrictions before being penalised.

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Bringing colour and culture to Parramatta’s streets and spaces

Bringing colour and culture to Parramatta’s streets and spaces

Entertainment / 08 Sep 2026

LOCAL artists, businesses and property owners have the opportunity to transform Parramatta’s streets and public spaces, with funding now available as part of the 2026 Vibrant Parramatta program supporting projects that bring colour, creativity and character to the City.

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Here's why slowing down in Stanley, Tasmania works
08 Sep 2026

Here's why slowing down in Stanley, Tasmania works

Westmead Centre for Mental Health build has reached a high point
08 Sep 2026

Westmead Centre for Mental Health build has reached a high point

2026 Local Business Awards announced at gala event
08 Sep 2026

2026 Local Business Awards announced at gala event

Adding colour and culture to Parramatta’s streets and spaces
02 Sep 2026

Adding colour and culture to Parramatta’s streets and spaces

Have your say on a new riverside playground for Rydalmere
02 Sep 2026

Have your say on a new riverside playground for Rydalmere

Powerhouse Parramatta to open its doors on November 7
15 Aug 2026

Powerhouse Parramatta to open its doors on November 7

Carlingford residents concerned over fatality risks
13 Aug 2026

Carlingford residents concerned over fatality risks

Multi-brand hotel group to launch mobile wallet hotel keys
08 Aug 2026

Multi-brand hotel group to launch mobile wallet hotel keys

Voices in songwriting and musical exploration come together
06 Aug 2026

Voices in songwriting and musical exploration come together

Local doctors respond to AI Warning over patient diagnosis
06 Aug 2026

Local doctors respond to AI Warning over patient diagnosis

Parramatta to make AFL sporting history
06 Aug 2026

Parramatta to make AFL sporting history

$100M student housing project planned for Parramatta CBD
02 Aug 2026

$100M student housing project planned for Parramatta CBD

People News

  • Wentworthville dad turns struggling lawn into a green contender 30 Oct 2026

    Wentworthville dad turns struggling lawn into a green contender

    A SOUTH Wentworthville father who once struggled to keep his grass alive after moving from England is now in the running to be crowned Australia's most improved lawn.

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  • Cameron MacLean elected Parramatta’s youngest ever Lord Mayor 28 Sep 2026

    Cameron MacLean elected Parramatta’s youngest ever Lord Mayor

    CITY of Parramatta has made history by electing Councillor Cameron MacLean Lord Mayor, making him the youngest person elected to the role in Parramatta.

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  • New courts as Pickleball boom comes to Parramatta 23 Sep 2026

    New courts as Pickleball boom comes to Parramatta

    WINSTON Hills and North Rocks can now enjoy 12 brand-new pickleball courts, with upgrades to sporting facilities at Third Settlement Reserve and Don Moore Reserve now complete.

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  • Residents can access a new Return and Earn machine in North Parramatta   08 Sep 2026

    Residents can access a new Return and Earn machine in North Parramatta  

    PARRAMATTA residents have more locations to recycle their eligible bottles, cans and cartons with the opening of a new Return and Earn machine in North Parramatta. 

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  • Financial literacy advocate named Rising Woman of Western Sydney 14 Aug 2026

    Financial literacy advocate named Rising Woman of Western Sydney

    A PASSIONATE advocate for improving financial literacy among young Australians has been named the recipient of the 2027 Rising Women of Western Sydney Scholarship.

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  • Winston Hills athlete's Australian call-up after golden taekwondo campaign 02 Aug 2026

    Winston Hills athlete's Australian call-up after golden taekwondo campaign

    WINSTON Hills Para Poomsae athlete Natalie Craig has earned selection in the Australian Para Pathways Team and qualified to represent Australia at the World Para Poomsae Championships following a remarkable run of success on the international stage.

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  • MP launches Safer City Survey after Carlingford crimes 23 Jul 2026

    MP launches Safer City Survey after Carlingford crimes

    By NICK NIKOLAIDIS THE Carlingford community is in shock after two violent crimes occurred in the community in one week, including a murder and an assault.

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  • Jim's Group offers free franchises to 7-Eleven affected franchisesees 22 Jul 2026

    Jim's Group offers free franchises to 7-Eleven affected franchisesees

    JIM'S Group founder Jim Penman has launched a rescue package for 7-Eleven franchisees affected by the retailer's growing controversy, offering them a free Jim's Group franchise to help rebuild their businesses.

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NSW coffee cup mandate faces repeal

01 Nov 2026

THE NSW Government plans to scrap its reusable coffee cup mandate after the March 2027 election, following criticism from businesses and the Opposition. Environment Minister Penny Sharpe confirmed the proposed reversal, while the Liberal...

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Australians still chasing home ownership dream

01 Nov 2026

AUSTRALIANS remain determined to achieve major life goals despite growing financial pressures, new NGM Group research reveals. The national survey found 73% consider home ownership essential to financial success, while 54% prioritise hou...

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$2.5M boost for NSW Mental Health Hubs

01 Nov 2026

PEOPLE experiencing suicidal distress will benefit from an additional $2.5M investment in NSW Mental Health Hubs. The funding will help 24 centres, including Penrith and North Ryde, expand staffing, operating hours and facilities. Previo...

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$94M armed police command begins operations

01 Nov 2026

NSW Police has launched its new Armed Response Command (ARC), providing specialist officers to respond rapidly to serious security threats across Sydney. Backed by $94.3M, the command was established following last December's Bondi terro...

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Insurance rebates may cause more harm

08 Sep 2026

THE Australian Medical Association has warned proposed changes to private health insurance rebates for older Australians could increase pressure on public hospitals and threaten struggling private facilities. AMA President Dr Danielle Mc...

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Call for ban on gambling advertising

08 Sep 2026

FAMILY First’s Lyle Shelton has called on federal and NSW governments to introduce a complete ban on gambling advertising across television, streaming, radio, social media, online services and sporting venues. Shelton said gambling had...

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The long journey of assistance dogs

08 Sep 2026

ASSISTANCE Dogs Australia is celebrating 30 years of providing life-changing support during International Assistance Dog Week. The organisation breeds and trains accredited assistance dogs for Australians with physical disabilities, auti...

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Records of sexual assault need protecting

08 Sep 2026

THE NSW Government has commissioned research into better protecting counselling records of sexual assault victim-survivors during criminal proceedings. Led by University of Sydney Professor Rita Shackel, the study will examine how often ...

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Sports

Parramatta to make AFL sporting history 06 Aug 2026

Parramatta to make AFL sporting history

PARRAMATTA is set to make sporting history this month by hosting Sydney’s first public AFL and AFLW double-header, with the GIANTS becoming the first club to stage elite men’s and women’s matches on the same day at the same venue.

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  • Footy fans to kick on after NRL grand final with extended trading at pubs and clubs

  • Rugby league fans urged to plan their Grand Final transport tactics

Entertainment

Parramatta powers into the night-time economy top 10 30 Sep 2026

Parramatta powers into the night-time economy top 10

WESTERN Sydney has emerged as a national powerhouse of Australia’s night-time economy, with Parramatta, South West Sydney and Blacktown all securing places among the country’s top-performing after-dark precincts.

Read more about Parramatta powers into the night-time economy top 10
  • Bringing colour and culture to Parramatta’s streets and spaces

  • Voices in songwriting and musical exploration come together

Property

Opposition persists despite concessions to North Rocks Village development plan 03 Oct 2025

Opposition persists despite concessions to North Rocks Village development plan

THE proposed North Rocks Village development at the former 12.67 hectare site of the Royal Institute for Deaf and Blind Children continues to face community opposition despite revisions to its Master Plan. The quiet, leafy suburb was ide...

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  • Shop in Parramatta CBD sold at auction for $1M

  • Challenges and opportunities in Parramatta as transformation rolls on

Education

Three local students reach state finals of Premier's Spelling Bee 01 Nov 2026

Three local students reach state finals of Premier's Spelling Bee

THREE talented young students from the Parramatta region are preparing to test their spelling skills against NSW's best when the Premier's Spelling Bee state finals are held in Penrith on Friday, November 6.

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  • Local students on Premier’s Anzac Memorial Scholarship

  • AI is producing results at Parramatta’s libraries

Heritage

Boutique workplace in Parramatta CBD a visual connection of heritage and future 13 Jul 2024

Boutique workplace in Parramatta CBD a visual connection of heritage and future

A NEW commercial workplace is designed to uplift Parramatta’s heritage and being billed as an iconic urban landmark. The $125M boutique development which opened in May, is in Parramatta’s vibrant civic heart and directly overlooks Ce...

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  • National Heritage Listing sought for Australia’s oldest buildings in Parramatta

  • Woolworths starts work on new North Paramatta centre

Health

Westmead Centre for Mental Health build has reached a high point 08 Sep 2026

Westmead Centre for Mental Health build has reached a high point

CONSTRUCTION of the new $540M Westmead Centre for Mental Health has reached its highest point, marking a major milestone for what will become NSW’s largest mental health facility.

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  • Local doctors respond to AI Warning over patient diagnosis

  • Tied, Red or Sore Eyes? You don’t have to just live with it

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