New stop names confirmed for Parramatta Light Rail Stage 1

The chosen stop names reflect the rich culture of the area, as well as a strong connection to the Traditional Owners, and sporting and broadcast legend, Richie Benaud.

A list of proposed names had been submitted to the Geographical Names Board in 2020. The Geographical Names Board undertook extensive community consultation and reviewed the name options based on feedback received.

The official stop names are:

• Westmead
• Westmead Hospital
• Childrens Hospital
• Ngara
• Benaud Oval
• Fennell Street
• Prince Alfred Square
• Church Street
• Parramatta Square
• Robin Thomas
• Tramway Avenue
• Rosehill Gardens
• Yallamundi
• Dundas
• Telopea
• Carlingford.

By 2026, it is estimated 28,000 people will use Parramatta Light Rail every day and 130,000 people will be living within walking distance of light rail stops.

Stage 1 of the Parramatta Light Rail will connect Westmead to Carlingford via the Parramatta CBD and is expected to commence passenger services in 2023.

Read the full media release.