Parramatta Police Station
Officially Open!

Parramatta Police Area Command has a shiny new police station on the same site they've called home for over 130 years!

A big part of keeping our community safe is making sure we have the best facilities to support our police officers. This new police station is filled with cutting-edge technology that will enable our local police to respond even more effectively to the community they serve.

At the official opening I met many of the 180 police officers based at the Parramatta Station and thanked them for their serving to our community.

Northwest Renters Forum

It was great to attend the Northwest Renters Forum to listen to local renters about their experiences as renters and talk about the Minns Labor Government’s proposed rental reforms.  

Our rental reforms include the implementation of a Portable Bonds Scheme, ending No-Grounds Evictions for both periodic and fixed term leases, making it easier to have pets in rentals and stopping renters being charged for background checks.

Community Building Partnerships Grants

Congratulations to the International Buddhist Association of Australia on their successful application in the 2023 Community Building Partnerships Program. They have been awarded $20,000 for new floorboards for the Nan Tien Temple in Cowper Street. You can find out more here.

NOW OPEN - Return and Earn  

Silverwater!

Located at 196 Silverwater Road, the new Return and Earn depot is open for business. It’s a great place to recycle your plastic and glass bottle while also earning some extra cash.

Parramatta locals are already recycling more than 100 million bottles and cans in local facilities. Click to find your local Return and Earn here.

Homelessness Week 2024

Parramatta Mission hosts Parramatta Community Services Hubs twice a month to provide a “one-stop-shop” of services. By working together, the Government and non-government sectors are able to increase connections to ensure people are linked with the most appropriate service at the right time.

During Homelessness Week, 5 - 11 August, I dropped by to chat to the service providers and those seeking assistance.  

Thank you to Parramatta Mission and everyone involved in making their services more accessible to some of the most vulnerable members of our community.

Olympian Kaitlin Nobbs

Congratulations to homegrown Olympian Kaitlin Nobbs, a Newington local who participated at the Paris Olympic Games this year. You can see my remarks here.

Vale Bishop Emeritus Kevin Manning

Bishop Emeritus Kevin Manning sadly passed away in July, aged 90. He had an immense impact on Parramatta and the Catholic Diocese, and will be missed dearly. You can see my tribute to him in Parliament here.

We’re Ending No-Grounds Evictions

Our Minns Labor Government is working hard to address all aspects of the rental crisis in NSW. That’s why we’re ending no-grounds evictions. I spoke on the proposed reforms in Parliament. You can read them here.

Investing in Health

I asked Health Minister Ryan Park what the Minns Labor Government is doing for health services in North Western Sydney, and how we’re delivering better health care to support our growing population. You can see his response here.

MetroWest Tunnel Breakthrough!

Metro mania is coming to Parramatta with the TBM (tunnel boring machines) breaking through to the Sydney Olympic Park station box. This will be the largest station on the MetroWest line designed to handle major event crowds as well as the growing residential population.

MetroWest is fast becoming a reality and our Minns Labor Government is committed to delivering better public transport for Western Sydney. You can learn more about it here.

Tenders Announced For Peninsula Park

After 10 years of inaction by the previous Liberal Government, I am very pleased that Landcom has opened tenders for the Peninsula Park at Wentworth Point.

Construction is expected to start in late September ensuring that this much needed public park is finally delivered for the residents of  Wentworth Point. You can find out more here.

Education Win For Melrose Park!

In a huge community win for Melrose Park, our Minns Labor Government has released site details for the NEW Melrose Park High School along with plans for an upgraded primary school and new preschool. You can learn more here.

Claim Your Toll Rebate

The Minns Labor Government is committed to helping ease the cost of living by implementing a $60 weekly toll cap for motorists. You can find out if you’re eligible and claim the toll rebate here.