$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.
$22.9 Million Pipeline Rebuild To Boost Water Security In Parkes Shire Published on 01 July 2025 Parkes Shire Council has welcomed a major funding announcement made on Tuesday 1 July, with $22.9 million committed by the NSW Government to rebuild and reconfigure the Lake Endeavour water pipeline, reinstating long-term water security for the region.
$3.48 Million Boost for Early Childhood Services Published on 28 November 2025 The Parkes Shire will receive a major boost to early childhood services, with $3.48 million invested to upgrade and expand the Trundle and Peak Hill preschool facilities to better support local families.
$35,000 Boost For Local Sport Through Parkes Shire Sports Grants Published on 31 October 2025 Parkes Shire Council and Evolution Mining Northparkes Operations are pleased to announce the successful applicants from Round 2 of the 2025 Parkes Shire Sports Grants Program.