Strengthening the Heart of Play

General updates

September 2026 - Sherwin Park amenities upgrade

City of Parramatta is upgrading the amenities building at Sherwin Park to provide better facilities for the local community and park users. Works are planned to start in late September 2026. The new building is expected to reopen in January 2027. Note, image is indicative only.

Thank you to everyone who provided feedback during the recent public exhibition period that ran during April – May 2025!

Over 90% of submissions indicated support for the proposed upgrades to Sherwin Park, Barton Park, PH Jeffery Reserve and Old Saleyards Reserve. In terms of next steps, Council is in the process of reviewing the feedback received and updating the Concept Package. Click below learn more!

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Timeline

July 2021
Heart of Play Master Plan adopted at City of Parramatta Council Meeting on Monday 12 July 2021
April - May 2025
Public exhibition opened at 9am on Tuesday, 1 April 2025 and closed at 5pm on Tuesday, 13 May 2025
May 2025
Review of submissions and community feedback
Mid 2026
Detailed design completed
Late 2026
Construction commenced