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The Powerhouse Parramatta, Sydney's new cultural landmark, has opened after a decade of controversy and a near $1 billion investment. The museum, designed to redefine contemporary museum practice, features a lattice exoskeleton of steel that acts as both facade and structure, offering column-free interior exhibition spaces. Despite initial enthusiasm from visitors, concerns remain about the museum's high operating costs and uncertain revenue streams, with questions about its long-term sustainability and ability to attract visitors in a cost of living crisis. The museum's chief executive stepped down pending an investigation, and a $2 million marketing contract has been referred to the Independent Commission against Corruption. The museum's opening comes with a series of exhibitions and events, including an immersive exhibition exploring humanity's journey into space and a talk examining the evolution of shopping centres and their influence on architecture and culture.
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