Sustainability will be the theme at this year's Lake Parramatta Open Day. The Upper Parramatta River Catchment Trust along with Baulkham Hills and Parramatta Councils will be coordinating the Lake Parramatta Sustainable Living Festival, this Sunday 14 March at the Lake Parramatta Reserve in North Parramatta.

Bob Junor, Chairman of the Upper Parramatta River Catchment said, "Lake Parramatta is a great place to remind people that we do need to think about how we live. Living sustainably allows the community to use less and reuse more, so that the resources we do have can be used for everyone. The Lake Parramatta Sustainable Living Festival will provide an opportunity to gather some really great information on what each individual can do to help reduce the strain on our environment.

Parramatta Lord Mayor, Cr Paul Garrard commented: "the catchcry of the environmental movement is 'Get involved'. This open day will show Parramatta residents how they can do small things that will help preservation of resources and sustainabity in a family fun way."

The day will feature a number of exhibitors from a variety of organisations, community groups and government agencies. Included are Yesterday -Today - Tomorrow Straw Bale Housing Company, Sustainable Energy Development Authority, the Alternative Technology Association and the Australian and New Zealand Solar Energy.

Bring a picnic along and enjoy the tranquil surrounds of Lake Parramatta. There will be some great activities to join in, such as

Lake Parramatta Reserve is located off Lackey Street in North Parramatta. Extra parking will be available in Bourke Street, North Parramatta, next to the Lake, and a free bus service is available from Argyle St at Parramatta Station every 30 minutes.

For more information on the Lake Parramatta Sustainable Living Festival visit www.uprct.nsw.gov.au or call the Trust on 9891 4633.