Small businesses along the Parramatta Light Rail will receive an additional boost of support with free giveaways to attract local customers as part of NSW Small Business Month throughout March.
The local campaign celebrates the diversity of businesses across the 12km alignment, following the challenges of COVID-19 over the past 2 years.
With more than 95% of track installed, the $2.4 billion Parramatta Light Rail project continues to enhance local culture, drive foot traffic, and promote businesses through these customer-focused initiatives.
Transport for NSW has supported businesses along the alignment through a range of initiatives, including:
- a strong business activation program with shop local campaigns, business promotions and events to bring life and vitality to the area
- establishing a Business Reference Group in 2018 to ensure businesses have a voice
- providing access to one-on-one free business support.
The new campaign will involve free giveaways at participating businesses. Shoppers simply need to check the Parramatta Light Rail Facebook page regularly to take advantage of the offers up until the end of March.
Stage 1 of the Parramatta Light Rail, which will connect Westmead to Carlingford via the Parramatta CBD, is expected to operate services for customers in 2023.
Read the full media release.