What is Parramatta postcode?

2150
Parramatta/Postal codes

What Aboriginal land is Parramatta on?

Burramattagal people
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people For over 60,000 years, the area comprising present day Parramatta has been occupied by the Burramattagal people, a clan of the Darug, who first settled along the upper reaches of the Parramatta River.

Is Parramatta a good suburb?

This suburb is actually a good suburb, it is Sydney’s second CBD, has one of the biggest shopping centres in Australia and public transport is great too. South of Parra CBD is horrible too, especially the area bordering Merrylands. The best area is probably the northern side of Parramatta River & nearby UWS.

How tall are the heritage buildings in Parramatta?

The preferred option put forward in those documents calls for the destruction of the heritage buildings to make way for the museum and two mammoth towers – a 175-metre residential tower and a 220-metre commercial tower – on the Parramatta River bank.

Why is Parramatta important to the history of Australia?

Parramatta is home to some beautiful historical buildings and if walls could talk they would all have fascinating stories to tell. As the oldest inland European settlement in Australia, built on the land of the Darug people, Parramatta’s heritage buildings are an important part of Australian history.

How are heritage properties listed in NSW Government?

The studies undertaken demonstrated the heritage values and significance of items and conservation areas in accordance with the NSW Government’s strict criteria for listing. Once identified, they were listed in Council’s planning instruments after a public consultation process.

What kind of House is Willow Grove in Parramatta?

The North Parramatta Residents Action Group, has campaigned for years to save the two heritage buildings, supported by the National Trust of Australia (NSW) and the Historic Houses Association. Built in the 1870s as a residential home, Willow Grove is one of the few remaining examples of a Victorian Italianate Villa left in Parramatta.