The Parramatta Times has been developed in conjunction with the respected Western Sydney media company, Access News Australia, publishers of Western Sydney Business Access (WSBA).
As the regional heart of Greater Western Sydney, Parramatta is the driving force and economic heart of Australia’s third largest economy.
With a GRP topping $27B PA Parramatta boasts a dynamic property sector, thriving retail trade, vibrant dining and entertainment scene, health employment sector, growing list of visitor attractions and an expanding education sector.
Parramatta is a diverse community of over 200,000 people. The Parramatta Times is the print and digital media resource that enables residents and visitors to better engage with the city’s diverse community, its progress, business sector, opportunities and lifestyle.
Editor, Michael Walls said The Parramatta Times is a quality media voice that champions local businesses, community interests and the informs the city’s diverse community.
“This is an historic event for Parramatta. With so much happening in Parramatta it’s ridiculous that there has not been for some time now a dedicated independent printed newspaper to showcase our city to residents and visitors,” said Mr Walls.
Mr Walls said The Parramatta Times is produced by local journalists with years of experience covering Parramatta.
“Through my association with WSBA and other projects we have developed a strong connection with Parramatta and its people over many years. The Times is created by journalists with many years’ experience reporting on Parramatta for major news organizations. Our local knowledge is second to none.”
President of Parramatta Chamber of Commerce, Schon Condon said the Parramatta Chamber remains staunchly behind the operation of an independent Parramatta based paper.
“I have made this statement and I will make it again. With the abandonment of the majors the time is both right and ripe! Thus we believe that all of Parramatta’s major players the Chamber, The Council, Universities and others should stand behind the creation of a paper for the city that says what the city is saying not what wea re being told to think by outsiders.”
The Parramatta Times is the media partner for the Parramatta Chamber of Commerce.
Mr Walls said the reaction from businesses and readers to the first three editions of The Parramatta Times had been overwhelmingly supportive.
For a short time, The Times is offering foundation advertiser packages for businesses looking to reach Parramatta diverse community. Email: julie@accessnews.com.au
Visit: www.parramattatimes.com.au
