City of Parramatta's Staff Crisis: Millions Spent on Secret Payouts and Restructures

The City of Parramatta has spent $5.24 million removing 81 staff over four years, with 30 signing secret agreements for payouts. The council spent $4.26 million on 30 deeds and agreements, including settlement and non-disclosure agreements, with staff whose employment ended. The exits of dozens of staff have been at the centre of much discussion and intrigue in council circles, but the council has never acknowledged the existence of such deeds or payouts.