Powerhouse Parramatta building completion
On 1 May 2026, the Minns Labor Government announced a major construction milestone at Powerhouse Parramatta, with the museum reaching practical completion. Exhibitions are now being installed across the museum, and the public domain areas are being completed, with Powerhouse Parramatta opening in late 2026.
‘Powerhouse Parramatta is the largest cultural project delivered in NSW since the Sydney Opera House and the first major state cultural institution built in Western Sydney. With the building now finished, the focus turns to bringing exhibitions to life and preparing to welcome visitors into this extraordinary new place. Powerhouse Parramatta shows what can be achieved when we invest in major projects that support local jobs and create long-lasting public spaces. ’
After more than four years of work, Powerhouse Parramatta has emerged as Western Sydney’s first state cultural institution and the largest museum ever built in New South Wales. The new museum is set to drive jobs, tourism and a huge economic boost in Western Sydney.
Construction has already delivered strong economic benefits, with more than 4000 workers contributing more than 2.7 million hours of work, three-quarters of them from Western Sydney.
Local businesses also played a major role, with more than $329 million in contracts going directly to Western Sydney businesses.
‘Reaching practical completion at Powerhouse Parramatta is a huge milestone and a proud moment for Western Sydney. This project has already delivered thousands of jobs and backed local businesses, and now we’re one step closer to opening the doors to a world-class cultural destination that will inspire future generations and drive tourism and economic growth for years to come.
