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153 Maquarie Street Parramatta


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Parramatta Square is set to transform the city centre by creating a precinct enlivened with commerce, culture and convenience. With striking architecture, open public spaces and seamless integration with transport and retail, Parramatta Square’s design sets a new benchmark in placemaking. Providing the ultimate in accessibility, 3 Parramatta Square presents a diverse selection of retail, dining, services and amenities within close proximity of your new work environment. In working at 3 Parramatta Square, you will join over 4,500 business professionals. Parramatta Square offers a truly unique work environment with convenience at its core; from the on-site concierge team to its first-class End-of-Trip facilities, intelligently designed office floors and nearby passage to Westfield. Welcome to Parramatta Square.

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Getting to Parramatta Square Take advantage of the full range of transport options available to get you in and out of Parramatta Square quickly and easily. How can I commute to Parramatta Square? Trains, buses and the Parramatta RiverCat provide flexibility and choice in public transport, while major road connections, ample parking and an expanding cycle network offers convenient private transport options. Train There are connections directly into the western concourse of Parramatta Station, which links you to locations all around metro Sydney. It is approximately a 30-minute ride from Sydney’s Town Hall to Parramatta. There are also stations at nearby Harris Park and Westmead. Bus Numerous bus services operate to and from Parramatta Bus Interchange on Smith Street, which is directly adjacent to Parramatta Station. Bus routes connect Parramatta with Sydney destinations such as Castle Hill, Hornsby, Ryde, Strathfield and Sydney City Centre. The following bus routes are available: • No. M52 - Operates from Circular Quay Station • No. N60 - Operates from Town Hall Station • No. 550 - Operates from Macquarie Park City Shuttle Bus The Parramatta Shuttle Bus (formerly The Loop) is a fast, free transport solution, which operates on a continuous loop starting from George Street near Centenary Square. The service runs every 10 minutes, 7 days a week and takes 25 minutes to complete. Highlights along the route include Parramatta Wharf, Phillip Street and O’Connell Street. Just look out for the bright green bus! Ferry The Parramatta River Ferry terminal is a 10-minute walk from Parramatta Square and is located at the end of the Parramatta River. Ferries run from Circular Quay to Parramatta and can be completed in under an hour. • Route F3 – From Circular Quay to Parramatta Wharf

Bike To cater to the growing demand of cyclists, Parramatta Square includes End-of-Trip facilities at the basement mezzanine level. There are multiple bike paths available for easy access to and from Parramatta Square. • Parramatta Valley Cycleway - 18km-track from Parramatta to Sydney Olympic Park, starting at Morrison Bay Park in Ryde, through to Ermington Nature Reserve and along the river foreshore to the Parramatta CBD • Subiaco Creek Link - a new high-quality 20km riverfront path away from traffic between Parramatta Park and Sydney Olympic Park Car Access to Parramatta Square by car could not be easier from the M4 Western Motorway. There are parking stations around Parramatta, many of which offer pre-booking discounts. There are also free street parking spots in the city. The closest car parks are: • Secure Parking, 10 Valentine Avenue • Secure Parking - Lang Centre Car Park, 132 Marsden Street • Wilson Parking, 1 Fitzwilliam Street Taxi The Kiss and Ride rank and ride-share (Uber/Taxi) drop off points are provided along the southern entrances of 4 Parramatta Square on Darcy Street. These are within close proximity to the Parramatta Bus Interchange and Parramatta Station.


Future Transport Upgrades NSW Government’s commitment to enhancing the connectivity of east and west Sydney is underpinned in its investment to cater for increased efficiency and improved commute times, making Parramatta the best connected workplace in Sydney. Light Rail The $2.4 billion Parramatta Light Rail, which will run down Macquarie Street on its way through the CBD, is scheduled for completion in 2023 in line with the completion of the Parramatta Square development. Construction on Macquarie Street is underway. Heavy Rail Direct connection to the $15-billion Sydney Metro West connection - Sydney’s newest underground metro railway, the Metro West connection will provide a 20-minute commute from Parramatta to the Sydney CBD. Parramatta Civic Link (Horwood Place Works) City of Parramatta Council are currently developing a pedestrianised and cyclable Civic Link, which extends across four city blocks through the heart of the Parramatta CBD, connecting Parramatta Square and the transport interchange to River Square, the Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences (MAAS) and the broader foreshore precinct. The Civic Link will create a vibrant, new public space and link key destinations, plus the rich network of laneways and small spaces in Parramatta. To find public transport routes to Parramatta. W: transportnsw.info P: Call 131 500

Parramatta Square Retail Link


Unparalleled connectivity at the heart of the CBD Parramatta Station is the fourth busiest in New South Wales. Parramatta Square is built around a multi-level retail precinct, seamlessly connecting the square, train station and workplace.

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3 Parramatta Square Fast Facts • 16-storey tower • 22 months to complete the construction of the tower • Cutting-edge architecture by Johnson Pilton Walker • 4 outdoor terraces for leisure • Chilled beam technology designed to moderate building temperature and improve thermal comfort • The Lobbyist cafe, opening November 2021 • Interconnecting stairs spanning across 16 levels, linking people across different levels and spaces • One of the largest full-height, naturally lit central atrium of any commercial building in Australia, drawing in natural light • Designed to achieve best-in-class sustainability ratings targeting GreenStar (Design & As-Built and Interiors) and NABERS (Energy, Water and Indoor Environments)


PLACEMAKING The merits of early planning and people-centric design at Parramatta Square results in a precinct which promotes health, happiness and wellbeing. The on-site Walker Asset Services team will animate the precinct with activities, experiences and wellness opportunities made available exclusively to tenants. WORKPLACE REIMAGINED Reflecting the latest global thinking in design, productivity and amenity, the quality and vitality of Parramatta Square will be unrivalled in its ability to adapt to a wide range of users, making it a truly inspiring workplace. The exquisite glass façade represents a striking silhouette, with a ‘stacked series of non-intersecting boxes’

Parramatta Square Public Domain

A heavily landscaped and interactive 9,800sqm public domain, running east to west connecting Smith Street and Church Street has been created to enhance your wellbeing.

Parramatta Sydney’s Growth Story From the outset, the vision for Parramatta Square was to create a distinctly innovative and modern city centre, a central hub for this growing city that will support a vibrant and energised environment. Comprising four commercial A-grade towers overlooking the public domain and retail precinct, Parramatta Square will become the new city landmark.

of varied expressions, a direct response to the significance and prominence of the site and a unique series of interconnected stairs, with double height lobbies and a number of outdoor terraces, while the design of the square includes free Wi-Fi, wireless charging and electrical data outlets, allowing seamless movement between indoor and outdoor throughout your working day.

Home to a diversity of retail, food and beverage options including bars, cafés and dining, Parramatta Square will create an accessible, welcoming public space, connecting shopping and dining options for increased convenience throughout the working day and well into the evening. With everything at your doorstep including close links to the public domain and the greater community such as parks, shopping and cultural facilities, Parramatta Square is ideally located within the city centre. Plus, with access to Parramatta Station just a stone’s throw away from your office, the nearby retail link provides ease and convenience, making it Sydney’s best connected building.


World-Class Retail at the Heart Inspiring amenity with ultimate convenience - your everyday essentials sorted. Designed to provide an 18-hour a day, 7-day a week food and beverage offering at the plaza level, Parramatta Square has attracted some of the best-known global restaurateurs. With outdoor dining soaked by the northern sun and the retail activation, the public domain provides an exciting and energising environment to work and play.

A world class dining offer across the lower levels of the tower features the premium Pan-Asian delights of LilyMu and Italian feasts by CicciaBella. Basking in natural light, this is prime location for the working lunch, after 5pm drinks or weekend exploration. Deli’s, alfresco bistros, cafes and fine dining are all within the Parramatta Square precinct, with Westfield Shopping Centre and Parramatta Station just metres away via the underground retail link. Westfield Parramatta is home to an expanding selection of top-tier retailers and some of the world’s best-known and trusted brands including H&M, Zara and M.J. Bale.


End-of-Trip Facilities The End-of-Trip facilities at Parramatta Square provide state-of-the-art facilities where tenants can refresh, refocus and refuel. The secure End-of-Trip facility is located with direct access to the basement car park lifts, providing quick and safe access to the foyer and office levels above. Designed with you in mind, the first-class facilities enables workplace wellness and flexibility to help make work/life integration a reality. So, whether your day starts by cycling into the office, or is punctuated with a lunchtime run along the Parramatta River, or ends with a dinner event, you will be comfortably refreshed at Parramatta Square. Design • Elevator access direct from End-of-Trip to lobby • Easy access to and from main road networks and cycling/jogging trails • Full length mirrors • Secure lockers with electronic passcode • Vanity stations Facilities • Drying room with swimsuit water extractor • Showers with complimentary body wash • Secure bike storage • Cyclists lounge • Bicycle maintenance station • Change facilities • Hydration station • Ironing stations • Hairdryers and straighteners/stylers Services • Fresh towel service • Vending machine with essential needs


Health and Wellbeing Enjoy all the benefits of workplace wellness at Parramatta Square.

UNIVERSAL FITNESS

TRANSPORT OPTIONS Users of the buildings are encouraged to cycle to work, utilise one of the many modes of public transport for commuting, or car share.

Located on Level 1 of 4 Parramatta Square, world-class premium health and wellness club, Universal Fitness has a range of services including energiser/sleeping pods, oxygen chairs, a meditation room and sauna and steam rooms. Offering unique machines and equipment including digitally connected machines to pick up where you left off the previous day and signature functional classes, Universal Fitness adapts to the latest trends in the fitness industry. Your workplace wellness goals are most certainly in the right hands.

TENANT FACILITIES A range of tenant facilities are provided in the basement including:

Bicycle parking

High quality showers and change rooms

Opportunities for cycle storage and maintenance facility


Services At Your Fingertips A full range of building management services are available at your fingertips at Parramatta Square. CONCIERGE The concierge team provides daily, personalised support and is your first point of call at Parramatta Square. With capabilities that cover everything from greeting and announcing guests to booking cars, making restaurant or entertainment reservations and guided tours of the amenities at 3 Parramatta Square to help orientate yourself with the building. Available for all requests, our concierge are ready to create a truly special experience just for you. WI-FI Free Wi-Fi is available throughout all common areas of the precinct, including all tower lobbies, the upper and lower plaza, in our restaurants and bars. Simply go to your Wi-Fi settings and look for available Parramatta Square Wi-Fi connections. SAFETY AND SECURITY At Parramatta Square, workplace safety is of utmost priority. The benefits of a master planned precinct means security measures have been built-in to the precinct. 24/7 on-site security monitoring the premises will ensure your safety and security. For more information, visit your closest concierge desk.


Childcare There are numerous childcare facilities surrounding your new workplace. With ample parking available, dropping your child off before your day starts and picking them up as you leave for the day will be a breeze. The following childcare facilities are available: • Child Care Centre NSW • Goodstart Early Learning Parramatta • Little Bees Childcare Centre • Glory Childcare Centre Pty Ltd

Business Events Centre

The Business & Events Centre Business made simple at Parramatta Square. For further convenience, 4 Parramatta Square is home to a bespoke Business & Events Centre with two sophisticated spaces: a multi-purpose meeting suite, which can be configured in various formats, from boardroom to training, and an auditorium for larger meetings, conferences, seminars, town halls and product launches. Located on Podium 2, the Business & Events Centre is an elegant and flexible conference and event space, with a soundproofed retractable wall, which can be removed for large events, creating a single space that can cater for 200 people theatre style or 112 people banquet style. The venue features state-of-the-art technology including a 3m-wide video wall in the main auditorium, multiple drop-down projection screens, crystal-clear audio, digital lecterns, Ultra HD cameras for video recording, video conferencing and virtual seminars. Also, a professional on-site event management and operations team will be available to facilitate events in the space. • • • • • • • • • • • •

250sqm main facility room and 93sqm multi-purpose meeting space Various room configurations tailored to suit event requirement Centrally located within the precinct Built-in state-of-the art audio visual and telecom facilities iPod dock with pre-selected music/ability to supply your music source Numerous ceiling mounted audio points Plentiful natural light with optional blackout blinds Manned reception desk and cloak room for events only Access to dedicated Event and Logistics Manager Deluxe bathroom facilities with separate accessible space Pre-function networking space and optional breakout space In-house kitchen with full-service bar


About the Building Designed for people with productivity and prestige in mind. ARCHITECTS • Johnson Pilton Walker (Base Building) • Woods Bagot (Interior Fit-out) DESIGN CONCEPT • Well-connected to outside and easy to access • From the inside out, with a focus on encouraging public interaction • Striking and unique external facade and grand entries with full height central atrium to the skylight 17 floors above • Interconnecting stairs visually and physically connect the internal areas

MATERIALS AND FINISHES • High quality finishes with honest and simple detailing: steel, stone, timber, stainless steel bronze, linestone and off-form concrete • The limestone featured in the lobby was sourced from Spain and hand-picked before construction ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE Designed to high performance sustainability ratings, equal to some of the best buildings in the world. Wellness factors including high rates of outside air, efficient lighting and interaction with the environment all positively contribute to the buildings superior performance.


Walker Asset Services 153 Macquarie Street, Parramatta NSW 2150 T 02 7809 7400 www.psq.com.au


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