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

This is an exciting time for the people of Parramatta and for visitors to this fantastic part of Sydney as Parramatta Light Rail is now underway. Stage one of the project has received planning approval meaning construction will start within months! Andrew Constance MP Anthony Roberts | Gladys Berejiklian

41K views · 337 reactions | 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 | Facebook

20K views · 55 reactions | 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 | Facebook