Two men charged after methylamphetamine seized allegedly concealed in baby wipes

Organised Crime Squad detectives have charged two men following the seizure of cash and an amount of methylamphetamine concealed within baby wipes in Parramatta. About...

Western Sydney University to provide free period products for students

For many, a surprise visit by ‘Aunt Flo’ is often an inconvenience, but for some university students, getting their period can force them to stop going to class.

Residents put on notice after multiple garbage truck blazes

City of Parramatta is urging residents to double check what they’re putting in their rubbish, after three garbage trucks caught fire in the past month.

NSW to transition away from COVID PCR testing

NSW will transition to a pathology referral model for COVID-19 PCR testing, in line with changes already in place across all other Australian states and territories.

A whirlwind political experience

Alan's back! Parra News opinion writer Alan Mascarenhas breaks down the recent State Election, including his own personal involvement.

CBA abandons Guildford: Another local bank branch to close

The closure of another Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) branch in Cumberland has been branded “unacceptable” by Council.

Dad of six killed in Merrylands crash

Police are investigating a possible drag racing link in the death of a father of six at Merrylands over the weekend.

Untreated sewage in Parramatta River costs Sydney water $347k

Sydney Water has agreed to pay $347,100 for environmental and community works after more than three million litres of untreated sewage overflowed into Arnotts...

Future landmark bridge inches towards completion

A future landmark over the Parramatta River is a step closer to completion, after the Alfred Street Bridge arch was lifted into place yesterday. It...

Rydalmere man charged over alleged armed robbery at Sydney jewellery store

The State Crime Command’s Robbery and Serious Crime Squad have charged a Rydalmere man over an alleged armed robbery at a jewellery store in...