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Wiradjuri Country

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Road closures

View a list of current road conditions, including road closures and road works.

Lodge a request or report an issue

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Careers

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Waste collection services

Find your bin collection dates, or request new bins and waste pickup.

Major projects

Learn more about major projects and works, planned and underway across the Parkes Shire.

Building & Plumbing Inspection Booking Request

Submit your Building or Plumbing Inspection request here; we will contact you with confirmation.

Council meetings

See upcoming meetings and learn how to get involved.

Book a venue

Book one of our various venues for your next event.

News

Applications Open for Local Sporting Grants

Published on 02 September 2026

Parkes Shire sporting clubs, community organisations and talented local athletes are encouraged to apply for funding through the latest round of the Sporting Grants Program, co-funded by Evolution Mining Northparkes Operations and Parkes Shire Council’s Community Grants Program.

Under the Sea with Playschool’s Abi Tucker These School Holidays

Published on 02 September 2026

Families are invited to dive into a fun-filled underwater adventure these school holidays, with a familiar face from Australian television bringing a free puppet show and workshop to the Parkes Shire.

Parkes Shire artists shine at 2026 Waste 2 Art Regional Showcase

Published on 28 August 2026

Two Parkes Shire artists have taken out major awards at the 2026 Waste 2 Art Regional Showcase, highlighting the creativity and ingenuity of the local community when it comes to reusing waste materials.

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Events

Parkes Show

02 September 2026

Be out there at the Parkes Show!

Peak Hill Book Club

02 September 2026

Peak Hill Book Club meets on the first Wednesday of the month. Join us for a friendly discussion of this months book. All welcome. Coffee, tea and light refreshments provided.

Harvest Field Day - Parkes

03 September 2026

Whether you're a farmer, contract harvester, truck driver, transport operator, pilot or agricultural machinery retailer, this free information session is designed to help you refresh your knowledge before the busy harvest season.

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Public Notices

Road Closures

On display until 31 December 2026

Parkes Shire Council wishes to advise of the following current road closures throughout the Parkes Shire.

Lake Endeavour - Access Track Closure

On display until 28 November 2026

Parkes Shire Council advises that the internal access tracks at Lake Endeavour will be closed from Monday, 7 September to Friday, 27 November 2026.

Notification of Temporary Road Closure – Curra Lane, Tullamore

On display until 15 October 2026

Parkes Shire Council wishes to advise residents of the temporary closure of Curra Lane, Tullamore at the intersection of McGrane Way to allow progression of road works associated with the Graddle Creek bridge and road upgrade project.

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Your Say

Draft Operational Policy - Unmaintained and Unformed Roads

Submissions closing on 22 September 2026, 05:00 PM

Parkes Shire Council is excited to announce that the Draft Operational Policy - Unmaintained and Unformed Roads is now on public exhibition. Council invites community members to review the Policy and provide their valuable feedback.

Development Applications on Exhibition

Council places Development Applications on the MyParkes portal from time to time as and when they are ready for public exhibition. Check this site periodically to find any DAs you may wish to review.

The MyParkes Portal web site displays all Development Applications currently on public exhibition within the Parkes Shire.

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Parkes Shire Disaster Dashboard

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