It was controversial, costly and caused plenty of disruption. And now construction of the light rail is moving west. The Parramatta project is slated as a game changer for the region. But some local business owners aren't convinced. www.7NEWS.com.au #Parramatta #7NEWS | 7NEWS Sydney

Construction-weary businesses in Parramatta are breathing a sigh of relief, as trackwork for the light rail nears completion. We've been given a first look at the route's 16 stops, while the government defends its decision to use foreign-made trams. #9News | Nightly at 6pm | 9 News Sydney

The Parramatta Light Rail project has reached a major milestone in the heart of western Sydney, where the first tram rolled through Parramatta CBD as testing ramps up ahead of services beginning later this year. Click the link in our bio for the full story. Video: NSW government #publictransport | The Sydney Morning Herald

The second stage of the Parramatta light rail project will now be built in two sections, the NSW government has announced. #lightrail #parramatta #westernsydney #sydney #nswpol | 7NEWS Sydney

Have you jumped on Parramatta's new light rail yet? Here's the whole route. Carlingford to Westmead in less than 100 seconds, from the driver's cab. | Jo Haylen

The first set of tracks for the Parramatta Light Rail have been laid in Westmead. The new light rail route will operate along a 12km route between between Carlingford and Westmead. The Parramatta Light Rail is expected to open in 2023. www.7NEWS.com.au #LightRail #7NEWS | 7NEWS Sydney