ParraSync
Keep an eye out for the ParraSync initiative, an Australian-first project that will revolutionise the way we work, shop and play in Parramatta. ParraSync, which will be launched over the next few months, will see participants use smartcards, or Near Field Communication (NFC) Mobile Phones, to access car parks, work buildings and libraries, purchase items from local businesses and access loyalty programs. With just one card, or smart-phone, users will be able to pre-order parking, borrow books from the library, shop from participating retailers and more. Customers can load up to $100 onto...
Read MoreFree Mobile Applications
Parramatta City Council has introduced two revolutionary smart-phone applications that offer live navigation to car spaces, and live tracking of the Parramatta Shuttle Bus. Smart Parking Parramatta, uses the smart phone GPS to pinpoint the location of commuters and displays nearby car parks. It also enables users to touch on any of the locations to view car park details including up-to-the-minute occupancy rates. Parra Shuttle Bus Tracker application is an Australian-first. It allows for real-time tracking of Parramatta’s free shuttle bus. These applications are now available to...
Read MoreSubmit your Idea
ParraConnect is about connecting with people to develop new digital initiatives. It’s about working with the community to gather ideas that foster innovation, connectivity and accessibility in order to develop cutting-edge technologies – and turn them into reality. If you have an idea that contributes to these goals, we encourage you to share it with us. If you’re idea contributes to Council’s goal of becoming a connected and smart City, we are ready and willing to work with you to bring this idea into fruition. You will need to provide a Business Case for your idea which includes an...
Read MoreOnline Applications
Parramatta City Council is embracing an online future with the launch of new, innovative online applications, which will enable residents to contact Council more quickly and efficiently in real time via the web. The applications are initiatives of Council’s eParra project, aimed at delivering technology to improve and support community and business effectiveness, and will include a venue booking system and residential parking permit renewal application, as part of the first phase of the project. Users will now be able to book one of Council’s venues for a birthday, wedding or community...
Read MoreParramatta receives funding for Smart City initiative
Parramatta’s move towards a ‘smarter city’ has received a boost after a $168,000 grant was awarded to develop mobile digital applications for the retail and tourism sectors. Funding for Collaborative Solutions: Mobile Concierge, was announced by the Hon. Andrew Stoner MP, Deputy Premier of NSW this week, and Parramatta’s Smart City consortium was chosen as one of 11 successful applications to help build the State’s digital economy. “It’s been almost 12 months since Council launched ParraConnect as part of our Smart City concept and this funding is another step towards ensuring...
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