Parramatta Light Rail

More than 550 tests have been completed so far to ensure the Parramatta Light Rail is safe and reliable before services start.

From thorough safety checks, system and signal testing to emergency drills and simulated exercises, every detail is being carefully tested.

Trams are running every day along the 12-kilometre route, stopping at all 16 stations between Westmead and Carlingford.

We know everyone is excited to hop onboard, but we’re not quite ready to welcome passengers just yet, so please don’t board the trams while testing continues. We thank you for your patience.

Remember to stay alert around the light rail and always stop, listen and look around.

PRIORITISING SAFETY | Delivering a new major infrastructure project requires working closely with key stakeholders, including the NSW Police Force, to ensure customers have a safe trip when light rail services begin.

Recently, Police Transport Command - NSW Police Force dropped by the Parramatta Light Rail Operations Control Centre at Camellia where they received crucial information about the safety and security features of our light rail vehicles.

This is all part of the work we need to do to get light rail ready for passenger services.

TRAVELLING TO PARRAMATTA | With the L4 Westmead & Carlingford Line opening this year, your trip in and out of Parramatta will be a tram ride away.

Frequent services on the Parramatta Light Rail will allow you to hop on and off a tram whenever you need between 5am to 1am every day. Whether you're looking for retail therapy, heading to a game at CommBank Stadium or needing to satisfy your hunger cravings on Church Street's dining precinct, the light rail will be your new public transport option to get you into the heart of Parramatta.

Find out more: https://www.nsw.gov.au/driving-boating-and-transport/projects/parramatta-light-rail/stage-1

GO THE Parramatta Eels! | Heading to the Eels vs Panthers NRL match at Parramatta’s CommBank Stadium tonight?

Reminder that testing for the light rail is ongoing between Westmead and Carlingford, so continue to stay clear of tracks and use designated crossings for your safety.

Always stop, listen and look around as these quiet electric vehicles are out and about on the tracks, and do not stop quickly or easily.

Plan your journey by checking transportnsw.info and real-time traffic conditions at livetraffic.com.

RAIL SAFETY WEEK | 5 August - 11 August: Let's get serious about safety around Light Rail.

With Rail Safety Week underway and increased light rail testing, it's the perfect time to spotlight safety with these key reminders:

◾️ Stop, listen and look around near the tracks.
◾️ Use designated crossings and obey traffic signals across the light rail corridor.
◾️ Avoid blocking intersections.

Stay alert, stay safe and let’s make every week !

THAT’S A WRAP | Our latest Dine and Win giveaway has come to a close – congrats to all our winning diners! 🍴🏆

For the past eight weeks, we've collaborated with your favourite dining spots on Parramatta’s Church Street to give customers the chance to win dining vouchers each week. A big thank you to all diners, restaurants and cafés that took part.

Make sure you continue to support local and check out the best places to eat in Parramatta in our 2024 Restaurant Guide -https://www.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/noindex/2024-06/restaurant-guide-2024.pdf

NATIONAL TREE DAY | We're planting for the future! 🌳

National Tree Day was celebrated on 28 July, and at Transport for NSW we are always looking for opportunities to contribute to the wellbeing of our environment. As part of the Parramatta Light Rail project, we've planted more than 4,600 trees within and around the light rail corridor, with a big target to reach 5,500 in 2025. Some of these trees include cuttings from fig trees harvested in 2020, which act as canopy and food trees for the endangered Grey-Headed Flying Fox.

Check out our Parramatta Light Rail Tree Offset Strategy (https://www.nsw.gov.au/driving-boating-and-transport/projects/parramatta-light-rail/community/trees) to find out more about the work we've done to both minimise our impact on the environment and improve the quality of life for our future communities.

GO THE Parramatta Eels! | Heading to the Eels vs Storm NRL match at Parramatta’s CommBank Stadium tonight?

Keep an eye out for ongoing light rail testing between Westmead and Carlingford.

Remember, these quiet electric vehicles are out and about on the tracks, move faster than walking speed, and do not stop quickly or easily.

While you’re in the area, visit one of Church Street’s eateries before or after the game for your chance to win one of the eight dining vouchers in Parramatta Light Rail’s ‘Dine and Win’ campaign.

Remember to stay clear of tracks and use designated crossings for your safety.

Plan your journey by checking transportnsw.info and real-time traffic conditions at livetraffic.com.

FINAL WEEK | Now is your last chance to win a meal on us in Parramatta’s iconic Church Street dining and entertainment precinct!

This week’s lucky winners will enjoy a meal on us at ALEX&Co. 😋

To enter the giveaway, simply spend $20 or more at one of the venues listed in our annual 2024 Restaurant Guide for a chance to win a $150 dining voucher. There are eight vouchers to be won! 🍴😀

📷 Be sure to take a photo of your receipt and ✉ email it to [email protected] by Thursday 1 August 2024 to be in the draw to win.

This offer ends soon – don't delay!

Terms and conditions apply. Find out more: https://bit.ly/4eq17Uj

SAFETY REMINDER | With increased light rail testing between Westmead and Carlingford during the day and night, remember to always stop, listen and look around.

Final testing ensures the safety and reliability of the light rail vehicles and system before operations begin.

Be extra careful when near the tracks - the 63-tonne light rail vehicles, weighing as much as 10 large elephants, do not stop quickly or easily.

SCHOOL HOLIDAYS OVER | We've wrapped up our school holiday program - it's back to school this week!

Over 5,200 people chose to stay and play at Centenary Square in Parramatta for our four-day holiday program. While the kids enjoyed the free activities on offer, we spoke to lots of parents, carers and the community about the new Parramatta Light Rail. Thank you to everyone for joining us and making the school holiday magic happen!

The fun is not over! We still have our Dine and Win giveaway running until 1 August. Visit our website to find out more: https://bit.ly/4eq17Uj

MEAT LOVERS | In the mood for steak? We’ve got you covered with our latest weekly giveaways in Parramatta's Church Street dining precinct.

This week’s lucky draw winners will enjoy a meal on us at Volcano's Steakhouse! 🥩🍴

To enter the draw, simply spend $20 or more at one of the venues listed in our annual 2024 Restaurant Guide. 📷 Take a photo of your receipt and ✉ email it to [email protected].

There are eight x $150 vouchers up for grabs each week. Congratulations to all our weekly winners to date!

With two weeks to go, you'd better hurry! The offer ends on 1 August 2024.

Terms and conditions apply. Winners will be notified via email. Visit our website to find out more: https://bit.ly/4eq17Uj

LAST WEEK | If you’re trying to find ways to entertain the kids these school holidays, come to Parramatta.

Our school holiday program returns on Wednesday 17 July and Friday 19 July from 10am – 2pm at Centenary Square.

Bring the whole family for a day packed with activities like mini golf, balloon art, face painting, and even build your own cardboard light rail vehicle. Meet the team and learn all about the new Parramatta Light Rail. Entry is free, and bookings are not required.

Visit our website for details: https://bit.ly/4evb02V

BISTRO DINING | In the mood for schnitzel, pasta and other bistro delights? You could win one of eight dining vouchers for Crown Hotel Parramatta! 😋

To enter the draw, simply spend $20 or more at one of the Church Street restaurants listed in our annual 2024 Restaurant Guide.

📷 Take a photo of your receipt and ✉ email it to [email protected] to win a $150 dining voucher.

There are eight vouchers up for grabs each week! Hurry, the offer ends on 1 August.

Terms and conditions apply. Find out more: https://bit.ly/4eq17Uj

TASTE OF ITALY | Hungry for some comfort food, Italian-style?

We're giving away 8 x $150 vouchers to enjoy at MAMA & PAPAS Parramatta! 🍝☺️

To be in draw, simply enjoy a meal valued at more $20 or more at one of Parramatta’s Church Street eateries - as listed in our annual 2024 Restaurant Guide.

📷 Take a photo of your receipt and ✉ email it to [email protected] to be in the draw, with a different restaurant voucher giveaway each week!

Terms and conditions apply. Find out more: https://bit.ly/4eq17Uj

Download our 2024 Restaurant Guide here: https://bit.ly/4catMup

FINAL TESTING KICKOFF | Parramatta Light Rail is now officially named L4 and entering the final phase of testing starting next week.

Watch for increased light rail activity between Westmead and Carlingford from 5 am to 1 am as we fine-tune operations. From performance checks to incident simulations, we're leaving no stone unturned to ensure everything runs smoothly.

If you’re heading into Parramatta for the game today, just a heads-up that light rail testing is underway nearby. Keep an eye out and remember to stop, listen and look around when near the light rail tracks.

SCHOOL HOLIDAYS SORTED | Looking for ways to entertain the kids in the July school holidays?

Visit Centenary Square in Parramatta and enjoy plenty of fun, free and family-friendly activities to keep everyone entertained – hosted by Parramatta Light Rail.

Enjoy face painting, balloon art, glitter tattoo, jumbo wall puzzle, mini golf, snap a selfie with the new inflatable tram, and more. Spread the word, bring your family, and be part of the fun!

Please note: There will be no Light Rail vehicles on display at the event, but you can get a glimpse of the trams as they continue to be tested in both directions along the network seven days a week.

Dates and times are on our website: https://bit.ly/4evb02V

SUSHI TIME | Do you delight in Japanese cuisine? Then you’ll love our latest giveaway at Sushi Mata 🍣

How to enter: Spend $20 or more at one of the Church Street restaurants in our 2024 Restaurant Guide for a chance to win a $150 dining voucher.

Congratulations to the 16 voucher winners to date! There are eight vouchers up for grabs each week, and winners will be notified via email.

Simply:
📷 Take a photo of your receipt and
✉ Email it to [email protected]

Hurry, as the offer ends on 1 August 2024. Terms and conditions apply. Find out more: https://bit.ly/4eq17Uj

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TESTING MILESTONE | Parramatta Light Rail testing and commissioning has passed the halfway mark!

With passenger services set to start in the coming months, up to eight trams are currently being tested seven days a week in both directions between Westmead and Carlingford.

As part of this testing, more than 1500 sandbags were loaded inside the light rail vehicles to simulate the weight of 400 passengers. It’s just one way we’re working to ensure the safety and reliability of the new 12-kilometre light rail network.

COMMUNITY FUN | It was fantastic to give locals a first glimpse of the Parramatta Light Rail at yesterday’s Community Day at Prince Alfred Square Park in Parramatta.

Around 2500 people braved the weather to join in on the kids’ activities and tour the light rail vehicle on display, including jumping into the driver’s seat.

Keep an eye out for more exciting community events and activities as part of our free upcoming School Holiday Fun program this July. Visit our website to find out more: https://bit.ly/4evb02V.

COMMUNITY DAY | We’re all set up and ready to go! Come along to Prince Alfred Square in Parramatta today for fun, free, family-friendly activities - and take a look inside our new light rail vehicle on display! We’ll be there until 2pm today. Hope to see you there!

Visit our website to find out more: https://bit.ly/3VNI1A5

SUNDAY FUN DAY | Put tomorrow (Sunday 23 June) in your diary and head to Prince Alfred Square in Parramatta between 10am and 2pm for our family-friendly Community Day! Entry is free and all are welcome.

This is your chance to explore inside one of our new light rail vehicles, which will be on display at the adjacent Prince Alfred Square stop.

There will be plenty of activities at the park, including games, puzzles and giveaways. Our new inflatable tram will also be on display!

Our team will be out and about wearing red shirt and caps, ready to answer your questions. We hope to see you there!

Visit our website to find out more: https://bit.ly/3VNI1A5

MAMA MIA | If you’re heading to Parramatta’s Church Street precinct for a meal or snack, make sure you enter our weekly giveaway campaign. There are 8 x $150 dining vouchers up for grabs each week!

Congratulations to the weekly winners to date! This week’s voucher winners will enjoy a meal on us at Frankie B's. 🍕

To enter the draw, simply spend $20 or more at one of the restaurants listed in our 2024 Restaurant Guide by 1 August 2024 for a chance to win.

📷 Take a photo of your receipt and email it to [email protected]. Winners will be notified via email.

Terms and conditions apply. Find out more: https://bit.ly/4eq17Uj

GAME ON | It’s all fun and games at Parramatta’s Centenary Square today, as we share the latest updates about the Parramatta Light Rail project. 🚊

Head to the Farmers Markets before 2.30pm today and test your skills with our mini golf, light rail puzzle and more. Say hi to the team at our pop-up information stall and learn more about this megaproject being delivered to service Western Sydney commuters in the coming months.

If you can’t make it today, there are plenty of other opportunities to meet the team – including our Community Day this Sunday 23 June at Prince Alfred Square.

Visit our website for upcoming events: www.nsw.gov.au/parramatta-light-rail

WEEKEND TESTING STARTS | Parramatta Light Rail is ramping up light rail vehicle testing from weekdays to seven days a week, starting tomorrow!

Footy fans coming into Parramatta for tomorrow night’s NRL Eels v Roosters match will see up to six light rail vehicles being tested in both directions on the network both day and night.

Please be aware that these quiet electric vehicles move faster than walking speed and do not stop quickly or easily. Always look up, watch out – trams are about. 👀🚊

Our team will be outside CommBank Stadium from 4pm-8pm tomorrow to hand out safety and project information. Keep an eye out for our new inflatable tram on display!

If you’re heading to the game, be sure to stop by in the nearby Church Street precinct for a meal or snack before or after the game to support local businesses.

Visit transport.info to plan your trip: https://bit.ly/4b4Juq6

Read more on our website: www.nsw.gov.au/parramatta-light-rail

ITALIAN FEAST | Feel like some delicious European and Mediterranean cuisine this winter?

Enjoy a meal valued at more $20 or more at one of Parramatta’s Church Street eateries, which are listed in our 2024 Restaurant Guide for a chance to win one of 8 x $150 dining vouchers each week!

This week’s winners will enjoy a meal on us at Restaurant 317. 🍕🍝

Simply:
📷 Take a photo of your receipt, and
✉ Email it to [email protected] before 1 August 2024 to be in the draw. Terms and conditions apply.

Visit our website to download a copy of the 2024 Restaurant Guide, or find out more: https://bit.ly/4eq17Uj

PUBLIC HOLIDAY UPDATE | Light rail vehicle testing will take place on Monday 10 June (King’s Birthday) between 6am and 6pm.

If you’re walking, riding or driving in the area, please remember to stop, listen and look around before crossing the light rail tracks.

More safety info on our website: www.nsw.gov.au/parramatta-light-rail/safety.

SWEET TOOTH | Feel like something a little sweet? Head to Parramatta’s Church Street precinct for a chance to dine and win weekly vouchers on us.

Spend $20 or more at one of the restaurants in our new 2024 Restaurant Guide for a chance to win a $150 dining voucher. We’re kicking off the campaign with vouchers to enjoy at Bay Vista Dessert Bar & Cafe. 🍨🍰

Simply:
📷 Take a photo of your receipt, and
✉️ Email it to [email protected] before 1 August 2024 for a chance to win.

Terms and conditions apply. Visit our website to download a copy of the 2024 Restaurant Guide or find out more: https://bit.ly/4eq17Uj

SMOOTH OPERATOR | Take a first look at Parramatta Light Rail's new state-of-the-art Operational Control Centre (OCC) at the Stabling and Maintenance Facility in Camellia.

The OCC is being brought online as full day testing progresses across the 12-kilometre Westmead-to-Carlingford network. The OCC will manage Parramatta Light Rail operations when passenger services commence.

Meanwhile, the Joint Operations Centre has been stood up at the Traffic Management Centre to monitor transport and traffic movements in the area while light rail vehicle testing is underway.

Fit-out of the Stabling and Maintenance Facility is nearly complete, and around 150 workers will call the facility home when passenger services commence in the coming months.

STAGE 2 UPDATE | Construction of Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 will begin with a $2 billion investment to build better, connected communities in Sydney’s growing west.

The 2024-25 NSW Budget paves the way for the start of construction on this essential project in this term of government.

The investment follows recent NSW Planning Approval for the project, as well as Federal Environmental Approval.

The game-changing transport project will unlock development potential and deliver frequent and reliable public transport options for local residents.

Stage 2 will link the Parramatta CBD to Sydney Olympic Park via Camellia, Rydalmere, Ermington, Melrose Park and Wentworth Point with a new 10-kilometre, two-way track and 14 full accessible light rail stops.

Read more on our website: www.nsw.gov.au/parramatta-light-rail.