Spring has Sprung!Welcome to the season of spring with City of Parramatta! This season is filled with many exciting things for the community to enjoy, such as the Moon Festival, Biketober and the long anticipated opening of PHIVE! Our upcoming School Holiday Program is packed with favourites like soccer, rugby, dodgeball, trivia, cricket and more. Be sure to set a reminder when registrations open! This season will also feature the launch of our Term 4 health and fitness activities. The wide range of free and affordable programs are sure to suit many age groups, wellbeing goals and interests. Keep an eye out for the latest schedule! WHAT'S HAPPENING AROUND THE CITYTerm 4 Fitness ProgramActive Parramatta's wide range of affordable fitness activities launches soon. Enjoy online and onsite term-based activities like Zumba, Pilates, Boxing, Boot Camp and more. Registrations open on Monday, 19 September 2022 at 9am. The latest schedule will be released shortly, so keep an eye out on our page. First Lap Learn to Swim VoucherParents, guardians and carers of children aged 3 - 6 years, who are not enrolled in school can apply for a $100 voucher. This voucher can be used towards the cost of swimming lessons with approved providers, like our Dolphins Swim School. Over 55s Leisure & Learning ServiceAn exciting range of physical, recreational and social activities are available for the community to enjoy throughout the season. Term 4 registrations open on Monday, 19 September 2022. Don't forget to set a reminder! School Holiday ProgramActive Parramatta’s Spring School Holiday Program is nearly here. There will be a wide range of free sporting and recreational activities, including the new obstacle course event. Registrations open at 7pm on Monday, 12 September 2022. Exercise for Persisting Pain eBookChronic pain can have a large impact on quality of life. Exercise and Sports Science Australia recently launched this free resource to provide education on how the body processes pain, and practical tips to encourage movement. BiketoberWhether you're riding a bike for the first time, for fun, exercise or wanting some friendly competition, now is the time to start cycling. Council's Transport Planning team can help you find the best cycling routes or answer your questions. Contact transportplanning@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au for more information. F.S. Garside Park UpgradeWorks will be commencing soon for a major remediation and construction program. The upgrade will ensure Granville’s growing community has the sporting facilities, recreation and play spaces and amenities it needs. Citizen of the YearDoes your local sporting hero, such as a coach or club member deserve to be celebrated? This award provides a great opportunity to celebrate local heroes for the contribution they deliver to our community. Nominations close on Thursday, 17 November 2022. Active Parramatta VanOur mobile service delivers a wide variety of free health programs for all ages including children, youth, adults, over 55s and more. Registrations for Term 4 open on Friday, 7 October 2022 at 9am. Remember to set a reminder! Opening of PHIVEYour new library, cultural and community hub opens soon! PHIVE is for residents, workers and visitors to enjoy from day to night. Join the opening celebrations on 24 - 25 September 2022 with dance, art, performances and more. There's also lots happening in the school holidays. Be sure to explore the exciting events on offer. Moon MarketsCouncil is celebrating the traditional harvest festival with the launch of the Moon Markets. Head down to Lennox Bridge on Saturday, 10 September 2022 from 5pm - 9pm for market stalls, traditional lion dance and plenty of family fun throughout the evening. COMMUNITY CENTRE SPOTLIGHTNewington Community Centre: Corner of Avenue of Europe and Avenue of Asia, Newington, NSW 2127This community venue features a main hall with a capacity of 100, and a meeting room that seats 40 indiviudals. It is ideal for birthday parties, meetings and community events. The venue is in a central location, amongst stores and eateries at Newington Marketplace. Click here for more information, to take a virtual tour or make a booking. RECIPE OF THE SEASONYoghurt 'Cheesecake'Ingredients: 400g high protein vanilla yoghurt - 4 eggs - 4 tbsp corn flour, sifted Method: Mix all ingredients until smooth, and pour into a small, lined cake tin. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 50 minutes, or until puffed and golden. Serves 4. GRANT PROGRAMSGrants for Participating in Sporting CompetitionsDid you know that you can receive financial assistance for competing in state, national or international sporting championships as competitors, coaches or officials? City of Parramatta's Representative Sports Grant provides up to $1000 for residents of the Parramatta Local Government Area (LGA). For those who don't live in the Parramatta LGA, Sport Australia's Local Sporting Champions provides up to $750 for participants aged 12-18. Sport & Recreation GrantUp to $2000 is available from our Sport & Recreation Grants for projects that increase participation in local sport and recreation activities. The current round closes on 2 November 2022. We're on FacebookBe sure to follow Active Parramatta on Facebook! We strive to deliver high quality programs and resources, to promote the health and wellbeing of workers, residents and visitors of Parramatta. |