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Major projects

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Development

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News

Council Announces Recipients Of Events Financial Assistance

Published on 07 March 2025

Parkes Shire Council is pleased to announce the recipients of Round 2 of the Events Financial Assistance Program (EFAP). Following a thorough review of applications, Council has allocated $50,310 in funding to seven community events and one destination event throughout the shire.

2025 Jack Scoble Scholarship Awarded

Published on 21 February 2025

Parkes Shire Council is proud to announce Genevieve Bligh as the recipient of the 2025 Jack Scoble Scholarship. The scholarship was awarded at a formal ceremony on Tuesday 18 February, acknowledging the outstanding achievements and community spirit of this young Parkes local.

Country Sounds At The Pavilion Returns For An Unforgettable Night

Published on 18 February 2025

Get ready for another spectacular evening of live music as Country Sounds at the Pavilion returns to Cooke Park on Saturday 22 February 2025.

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Events

Trundle Back In Time - Vintage Rally and Tractor Pull

15 March 2025

Trundle Back In Time "100 years of John Deere" and "Show us ya Tracks".

Thursday Book Club

27 March 2025

Thursday Book Club gathers together monthly in the library for a friendly discussion about our latest read.

Parkes Masters Games

28 March 2025

More information TBA

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Public Notices

Road Closures

On display until 31 December 2025

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

Temporary Road Closure - Back Trundle Road Parkes

On display until 24 March 2025

Council would like to advise that a temporary road closure will be in place for reseal preparation and shoulder works on Back Trundle Road Parkes, between Freebairn Road and Nanardine Lane.