Activation of Lake Endeavour Locals and visitors can now enjoy the beauty of Lake Endeavour, which has officially become the first natural water location for recreational use in the Parkes Shire.The project is now complete, delivering important safety upgrades and new recreational infrastructure that will encourage the community to get active in and around the water.
Berryman Oval Flood Repair (Trundle) Rehabilitating the carpark and track around the oval, the tennis court, and upgrades to flood proof the pool pump and shed.
Bushman's Dam Flood Repair Repairing flood damage that will involve bank stabilisation, wall reconstruction, vegetation removal and dredging. This will help create a safer environment on site and help protect downstream assets and the Parkes main street from future flood damage.
Cheney Oval Lighting Upgrade Upgrade of sportsground lighting to further strengthen Cheney Oval as a year-round, multi-sport hub that will benefit local sports including touch football, rugby league, cricket and hockey.
Dredging Project to deepen the launch channel at Lake Endeavour The deepening of the launch channel for boats at Lake Endeavour will further enhance facilities at this popular recreation venue and make non-motorised watercraft launching safer, easier and more accessible for all users.
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.
Galing Gindhay Water Play Space Parkes opened their first water play space in May 2024. The play space was designed to emulate the region's water features, including rivers, lakes, dams, weirs, and bores. It offers a captivating educational experience with informative signage detailing Parkes' water story—from source to consumption.
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.
Mitigation works to reduce Main Street flooding for Parkes CBD To mitigate flooding in the Parkes CBD. This project will involve providing suitable infrastructure to reduce stormwater travelling to the CBD area, lessening the level of localised flooding of local businesses and residences in the area Announcement : Construction commenced