Activation of Lake Endeavour Locals and visitors will be able to enjoy the beauty of Lake Endeavour when it becomes the first natural water location for recreational use in the Parkes Shire. This exciting development includes safety upgrades and recreational infrastructure, encouraging people to get active in and around the water. Announcement : Installation of the floating safety buoys, and construction of the waterless toilets and the floating walkway are complete. Council is currently undertaking a comprehensive water quality testing program and swimming is not yet encouraged. This testing program is scheduled for completion by summer 2024, in line with the official opening.
East Street Bridge Upgrade The East Street Bridge Upgrade involves the construction of a new bridge and improvements to current drainage and pavement.
Energy From Waste Facility Regional Growth NSW Development Corporation (RGDC) has entered into a project development agreement with Parkes Energy Recovery Pty Ltd (Proponent) to establish an energy-from-waste (EFW) facility within the Parkes Special Activation Precinct (Precinct), which is located west of Parkes. Announcement :
Kelly Reserve Project, Stage 2: Ninja Park Community consultation has identified Kelly Reserve as the most suitable location for a Ninja Park. The new play space will enhance the Kelly Reserve precinct as a social hub and gathering space, providing an entertaining and engaging space for the community and visitors to Parkes.
Kelly Reserve Water Play Space Community consultation has identified Kelly Reserve as the most suitable location for a water play space. The new play space will enhance the Kelly Reserve precinct as a social hub and gathering space, providing an entertaining and engaging space for the community and visitors to Parkes. Announcement : The splash pad at Parkes' brand new water play space will be open from 9am Saturday 5 October 2024!
Parkes Lions Park Playground Upgrades Birthday parties at Lions Park in Parkes will be a lot more exciting with new play equipment, including flying foxes, climbing towers, trampolines and a carousel that will turn this popular spot into a play paradise for young and old. Announcement : This project is now complete.
Parkes Main Street Flood Mitigation Council is undertaking a series of projects to collaboratively result in a reduction of stormwater travelling to the CBD area in storm events.
Parkes Newell Highway Bypass The Commonwealth and NSW Governments are funding the $172 million Parkes Bypass Project, which seeks to improve connectivity, road transport efficiency and safety for local and interstate motorists. Announcement : Traffic switch onto the new Parkes Bypass from Tuesday 15 April. For more information click the Parkes Bypass link in the Contact Us section of this page.
Parkes Pool Female Friendly Amenities Upgrade Parkes Aquatic Centre is set to receive a major upgrade to its amenities. The upgrade will include new shower and toilet facilities, 10 private changerooms, and a roof overhead, while the mainentrance off Dalton Street will receive a revamp with a new shopfront and auto glass doors. Announcement : Project Update: The project is complete, official opening is being organised.
Parkes Skate Park Extension and Pump Track Parkes Skate Park Extension and Pump Track Projects were both funded through the NSW Government's Stronger Country Communities Fund. Announcement : This project is now complete