Heritage Day 2023
On Saturday 13 May, we opened Parramatta North to the community to celebrate Heritage Day, as part of the National Trust Australian Heritage Festival.
This community festival offered free guided tours of the historic Parramatta Female Factory and Institutions, live music, entertainment, delicious food, and children’s entertainment.
Female Artisan Markets
The first Female Artisan Markets were held in June 2023. Enjoyed by Western Sydney locals, many agreed that this kind of activation and customer experience is exactly what they want to see, and that Parramatta North is the perfect place for it.
Showcasing a curated selection of fine goods and crafts, produced by talented local female artisans, artists and crafters, the Female Artisan Markets, an inclusive and pet-friendly experience, introduced a wonderful opportunity to learn about the revitalisation of Parramatta North. A place coming to life, honouring history from first peoples to the present day.
Havenstone
Property and Development NSW is proud to welcome Havenstone, the newest resident of Parramatta North, who moved into the precinct in January 2023.
Havenstone is situated in the old Hospital Boiler Room and Dining area and has been fitted-out with a striking, contemporary interior that complements the stunning heritage-listed building, which dates back to 1888.
Havenstone serves up delicious breakfast and lunch options 7 days a week from 8:00 am to 2:30 pm. It’s family and pet friendly, the perfect place for meetings, remote working, or hosting functions.
Western Sydney Startup Hub
Following the appointment of Spacecubed as the operator, the Western Sydney Startup Hub (WSSH) is home to a range of small businesses and startups.
The WSSH is located in 19th Century sandstone buildings at the National Heritage listed Parramatta Female Factory and Institutions Precinct.
The heritage conservation and adaptive reuse works prioritised retaining the historic significance, including homage to elements and visuals of the original building, and providing 1,500 square metres of affordable desk and office space for like-minded entrepreneurs and businesses.
To facilitate the creation of an aspirational innovation hub in Western Sydney, attracting and supporting this community is crucial for success.
Residents have access to modern amenities, and a suite of programs and events that support their growth and journey, into a community of like-minded entrepreneurs. One example of an exciting upcoming event at the WSSH is the Plus Eight Sprint program, funded by InvestmentNSW and Spacecubed. Starting Wednesday 24 May 2023, this six-week program is an incredible opportunity for local Western Sydney business founders to grow and scale their ideas.
