A REPLICA of one of the world’s first ‘motor-bicycles’ that Australian Winifred Wells rode in 1950 from Sydney to Perth and back goes on display at Parramatta’s Moto Machine. Du...
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A VARIETY of leisure and learning activities for Parramatta’s over-55 residents are now open for registration with many classes to choose from so get in early. Painting, Zumba, ...
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ELIZABETH FRIAS AMONG spectacular scenes to watch on Australia Day is the city’s skyline as hot air balloons for the first-time fly over the space above with Mayor Pierre Esber ...
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PARRAMATTA Park is set to come alive on New Year’s Eve with Sneaky Sound System headlining a free concert and event on Sunday 31 December 2023 from 5-9.30pm. The family-friendly...
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WRITER and director Claire Pasvolsky debuts her feature film Three Chords & the Truth at Riverside Parramatta on October 20, 26 and 28 with musician Jackie Marshall as lead char...
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Musical tribute to cultural icon, Elvis Presley DAVID Venn Enterprises (Cruel Intentions: The ‘90s Musical, The Wedding Singer, Bring It On: The Musical) is thrilled to announce...
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COMMON Time is a program of new works for percussion, presented by Synergy Percussion, one of Australia’s most venerated contemporary music ensembles. It’s about time, shared ti...
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Revelatory musical experience on one of Australia’s biggest cultural icons. John Farnham: Finding The Voice chronicles the life of John Farnham, one of Australian music’s bigges...
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Loud, proud, fast and furious franchise finale. WHEN Dante (Jason Momoa), the son of the main villain from Fast Five, comes looking for revenge on the crew that killed his fathe...
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THE City of Parramatta is preparing to celebrate its First Nation’s people and 60,000 years of history with the much-awaited return of Warami. The six-week long festival of even...
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GRAB some popcorn, a picnic rug and enjoy blockbusters under the stars as the City of Parramatta’s outdoor cinema series kicks off this month. From 11 March, Council will be hos...
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HOP to the City of Parramatta and celebrate the Year of the Rabbit with a series of free and fun activities throughout January – culminating with a delicious noodle market under...
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DISCOVER a world of brick creations and build your own adventure at the LEGO display in PHIVE during the school holidays and through until April 23. You can step inside Brickman...
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Family service at its best ENZOS Cucina Northmead is your local Italian casual dining restaurant located in Northmead Shopping Plaza. Led by founder Enzo Maturano and run by own...
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BEN & Jerry’s is slinging free scoops for anyone that brings their own reusable cup between 5pm and 9pm on Wednesday, November 30 – at Parramatta only. The offer is to celebrate...
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NRL fans will be able to enjoy footy fever together for longer after this weekend’s grand final with pubs, clubs and bars to stay open later, thanks to the NSW Government’s special event extended trading. Fans of the Penrith Panthers...
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AS millions of Australians deal with cost of living pressures a new app, EatClub, has been launched designed to offer affordable access to favorite restaurants. EatClub has so far saved almost $3M for diners who dine at times requested b...
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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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THREE local Parramatta libraries have become the first in Australia to adopt new forms of artificial intelligence (AI), hosting AI Tutor Robots to teach kids. The ABii Smart Tutor Robot is designed to help children aged 3-11 with STEM, r...
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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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IF your eyes often feel dry, gritty or sore, especially after time on screens, driving, or sitting in air-conditioning – you’re not alone. Many people quietly put up with it, thinking it’s just tiredness, allergies or part of getti...
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