Funding Announced For Flood-Hit Central West Communities Published on 20 November 2024 The Albanese and Minns Governments’ $32 million Regional Transport Resilience Fund (RTRF) is supporting the Cabonne, Forbes, Lachlan and Parkes councils to repair and upgrade road and transport infrastructure damaged by the 2022 floods. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Applications Now Open For The 2025 Jack Scoble Scholarships Published on 11 November 2024 Parkes Shire Council is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2025 Jack Scoble Scholarships. The Jack Scoble Scholarship Fund is an annual initiative designed to support local students pursuing further education and training. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Take Extra Care On The Roads This Harvest Published on 05 November 2024 Drivers are being urged to take extra care on the roads as farm machinery and trucks mobilise for a big harvest across regional NSW. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Pre-Loved Gems Await At Holy Family Boot Sale Published on 05 November 2024 Clear out, cash in, and join Australia’s largest second-hand treasure hunt as the Garage Sale Trail comes to Parkes Shire this weekend and next! Holy Family Boot Sale, a highlight of the event, will take place on Saturday 9 November, from 9am to 1pm at the Holy Family School Oval, Albert Street, Parkes. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Parkes Crowned NSW's Tidiest Town At Keep Australia Beautiful Awards Published on 04 November 2024 Parkes Shire Council has proudly claimed the prestigious 2024 Overall Tidy Towns Award at the Keep Australia Beautiful NSW (KAB NSW) Tidy Towns Awards, announced on 2 November 2024 at a ceremony hosted by 2023 winner Bathurst. Recognised for our commitment to sustainability and community spirit, Parkes Shire Council will now represent NSW at the Australian Tidy Towns Awards in Beechworth, Victoria Tagged as: , Media Releases
$1 Million Upgrade: Lake Endeavour Opens For Recreation And Ecotourism Published on 01 November 2024 Parkes Shire Council is pleased to announce the completion of the Lake Endeavour Activation Project, marking a significant milestone in transforming the lake into the Parkes Shire’s first developed natural water location for recreational use. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Parkes Shire Council Named Finalist In 2024 NSW Tidy Towns Awards Published on 29 October 2024 Parkes Shire Council is proud to announce we have been selected as a finalist in the prestigious 2024 Keep Australia Beautiful NSW (KAB NSW) Tidy Towns Awards. The Parkes Shire has been recognised in multiple award categories, highlighting our dedication to environmental sustainability, community inclusion, and water security innovation. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Harrowvale - The Future Of Housing For Parkes Assured Published on 11 October 2024 At a time when pessimism seems the norm, I have never been more optimistic about the future of Parkes. Accordingly, I am pleased to advise that Parkes Shire Council has recently purchased the 330-hectare property Harrowvale, to commence designing a future residential suburb. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Council Announces Official Results of 2024 Local Government Elections Published on 08 October 2024 Parkes Shire Council is pleased to announce that the results of the recent local government elections have now been officially declared. The final results were published on the Electoral Commission's website after the distribution of preferences. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Easy Come, Easy Go At Parkes Elvis Festival 2025 Published on 02 October 2024 It’s time to get all shook up—Parkes Elvis Festival is back for 2025! Running from 8–12 January, the 32nd annual festival will pay tribute to Elvis with a groovy 1960’s Easy Come, Easy Go theme, offering fans a packed program of concerts, dancing, markets, and a few surprises along the way. Tagged as: , Media Releases