Increased confidence in city jobs growth
By John Chedidd
Lord Mayor of Parramatta
IN a further sign of confidence in Parramatta’s growth, the NSW Bureau of Transport Statistics (BTS) have revised their employment forecasts for the City to be more in line with Parramatta City Council’s jobs target.
CBD campus for professionals
By Clr John Chedid
PROFESSIONALS working in the Parramatta CBD will soon be able to access university courses during their lunch break, when the University of New England opens up its new Church Street campus.
Holroyd attracting investors
By Clr Ross Grove
AT a time where building work across the metro basin is fairly scarce, local councils should be competing to attract, rather than restrict, investment in their local communities.
Dealing with future growth
By Clr Dr Michelle Byrne
THERE is no doubt that Sydney is growing, and at The Hills Shire Council we are aware that we will need to accommodate our share of Sydney’s future growth. But what will it mean for our Shire?
Blacktown Showground redevelopment
BLACKTOWN City Council is on track to complete the first stage of the Blacktown Showground Redevelopment in 2012. This exciting project will transform this area into a cultural, recreational and entertainment precinct for Blacktown City and Western Sydney.
Blacktown Careers Expo
WITH strong population growth, local job opportunities are the goal of the many Blacktown residents. To support this goal, residents are invited to promote their business and be part of the Blacktown City Careers and Employment Expo.
Council launches carbon program
COMMUNITIES will be able to offset their emissions by purchasing carbon credits in a program designed by Blacktown City Council along with the Liverpool Plains Shire Council, in south-west NSW.
