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  • 25-Aug-2014 12:01 | Deleted user

    Key milestones were announced in the delivery of WestConnex this week, including the release of the M4 Widening Environmental Impact Statement (EIS).

    The M4 Widening is part of WestConnex, Australia’s biggest urban road project, which will provide greater Sydney with a continuous free flowing motorway.

    The EIS shows the project will achieve travel time savings of up to 74 per cent for motorists using this stretch of WestConnex – saving motorists up to 100,000 hours of travel time a day and $1 million a day on car maintenance.

    Over the next month, businesses, residents and motorists will be consulted.

  • 25-Aug-2014 11:57 | Deleted user

    The NSW Government is seeking community feedback on its plan to unlock $20 billion in infrastructure funding by undertaking a long-term lease of 49 per cent of “poles and wires” network businesses.

    We outlined a clear plan to improve the daily lives of families across NSW by investing in our roads and rail networks, our schools and hospitals, and our water infrastructure.

    We encourage you to have your say, in the first step of the consultation process on specific issues or concerns regarding the Rebuilding NSW plan and the proposed partial lease.

    You can respond to the initial discussion paper by 19 September 2014.



  • 25-Aug-2014 11:44 | Deleted user

    Parramatta and Harris Park will once again spring to life when the vibrant sights and sounds of the fifth annual South Asian festival Parramasala returns from 17-19 October.


    Featuring an exciting program of local and international artists, Parramasala is set to transform Parramatta with contemporary music, dance, theatre, film, workshops, exhibitions, free concerts bazaar market and Bollywood-style dancers.


    Lord Mayor of Parramatta, Cr John Chedid, said Parramatta is looking forward to reaping the social, cultural and economic benefits from this annual festival.


    “Parramasala draws thousands of visitors to Parramatta and brings some of the world’s best performers and artists to our City, helping reinforce our position as one of the leading major events destinations in Sydney,” Cr Chedid said.


    “Our City is home to one of Australia’s largest Indian and South Asian communities and this festival not only highlights our thriving cultural diversity but also provides a great opportunity to showcase Parramatta and Harris Park to a large number of visitors from across Sydney.”


    Some of the highlights of Parramasala 2014 include the free opening night parade through the streets of Parramatta, events in Harris Park and a range of entertainment and celebrations over the weekend.


    The full 2014 program for Parramasala will be available in late August.


    For more information or to sign up for the e-newsletter about the event, please visit parramasala.com

  • 25-Aug-2014 11:39 | Deleted user

    Parramatta City Council has received a windfall of almost $130 million for new community assets from the sale of a large site in Melrose Park where a new apartment complex will be built.


    Lord Mayor of Parramatta, Cr John Chedid, said the 4.8ha site, bounded by Victoria Rd and Wharf Rd, has been bought by property group Aqualand Australia in western Sydney’s biggest development site sale of 2014.


    “This is a great win for our community,” he said. “The site is a key eastern gateway to Parramatta near excellent public transport links and the Parramatta riverfront with Sydney-wide views.


    “For many years, this site has been under-utilised and surplus to community needs. The sale provides a financial windfall for our community and will deliver high quality new housing in a sought-after location.”


    The CEO of Parramatta City Council, Mr Greg Dyer, said Council had taken advantage of the current strong market for apartment development sites in Sydney’s west.  


    “We have achieved a great result for our City,” he said “The sale will allow us to invest in new assets that will better meet future community needs. It’s about maximising the value of our assets for the benefit of our ratepayers and residents.”  


    The site, which includes a mini-golf amusement park and vacant land, is partially owned by NSW Roads and Maritime Services.  


    While the site has already been rezoned for apartments, Aqualand Australia will need to submit a development application detailing the proposal.


    All relevant planning issues will be carefully considered and there will be a focus on high quality and environmentally sustainable design.


    The sale was hotly contested by 11 parties, including both local and offshore developers, in an open expression of interest process. A decision to exchange contracts with Aqualand Australia was made at Monday’s Council meeting. The sale has a 100-day settlement period.


    Cr Chedid said the new development would help to revitalise Melrose Park and provide much needed new apartments in the fast-growing suburb.


    "It will also provide greater housing choice in the area – for empty-nesters looking to downsize and young couples seeking to enter the property market,” he said  


  • 25-Aug-2014 11:27 | Deleted user

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    Don't forget your WSBC membership allows you to invite your prospects or existing clients to join you at your own table at the upcoming WSBC Business Leader Luncheon, at the reduced member rate, saving $65 per ticket.


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  • 07-Aug-2014 11:00 | Anonymous

     

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  • 28-Jul-2014 14:56 | Anonymous

    Buy any new, demo or used car before 30 September 2014 and you’ll get a chance at winning a share of $30,000! There’s $10,000 to be won each month!* PLUS finance over 50% of the vehicle purchase price and you’ll receive 1 additional entry into the draw. T&C’s apply. 


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  • 28-Jul-2014 11:07 | Anonymous



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