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News

Four Days of Double Demerits This ANZAC Day

Published on 09 April 2026

Double demerit points will be in place for four days this ANZAC Day long weekend.

Works Begin to Improve Access at Lake Endeavour

Published on 07 April 2026

Parkes Shire Council is pleased to announce that works to deepen the launch channel at Lake Endeavour will commence on Monday, 13 April 2026.

Parkes Shire Council Reviews Dog Access at Three Local Sporting Fields

Published on 07 April 2026

Parkes Shire Council is reviewing dog access at Harrison Park, Woodward Oval and Keast Park in response to ongoing concerns about irresponsible dog ownership and uncollected dog waste.
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Events

Create a Soundscape: Years K-2

14 April 2026

Imagine a world without sound. How much would we miss? We will explore the way sound enhances stories and how you can use different instruments, items and even your body to create a soundscape.

Create a Soundscape: Years 3-6

14 April 2026

Imagine a world without sound. How much would we miss? We will explore the way sound enhances stories and how you can use different instruments, items and even your body to create a soundscape.

Waste to Art 2026 Information Session

14 April 2026

Bill Tink, NetWaste’s Environmental Learning Advisor, is excited to present this years Waste 2 Art theme ‘Shrink Your Footprint’. In this presentation you will learn all about your Waste Footprint and the many ways we can reduce the amount of waste we produce. Bill’s presentation will provide examples of artworks by a range of artists who have turned waste materials into works of art!

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Public Notices

Road Closures

On display until 31 December 2026

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

Road Works Notice: Bogan Road & McClintock’s Lane Intersection Upgrade

On display until 06 May 2026

Parkes Shire Council advises that road upgrade works at the intersection of Bogan Road and McClintock’s Lane are scheduled to commence on Monday 20 April 2026. These works are being carried out to improve the intersection and road conditions for all users.

Temporary Closure - Lake Endeavour

On display until 09 May 2026

Temporary closure of Lake Endeavour from 13 April to 9 May 2026 for works to improve access to the dragon boat launching area. No access to the dam and road closure at Lake Endeavour Road and Bindogundra Road during this period.
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Your Say

Proposed Closure of Cheney Oval Public Toilets, Parkes

Submissions closing on 20 April 2026, 05:00 PM

Parkes Shire Council is proposing to close the Cheney Oval public toilets to general access due to ongoing vandalism, which has resulted in repeated damage, increased maintenance costs, and safety concerns.

Proposed Road Changes - Lagoon Street, Bogan Gate

Submissions closing on 05 May 2026, 05:00 PM

Parkes Shire Council advises that the section of road currently signposted as Lagoon Street, Bogan Gate, is situated on private land and does not form part of the legally recognised Lagoon Street Road corridor. Council is proposing to permanently close and remove the existing sealed Lagoon Street in its entirety.

Deed of Variation of Planning Agreement - Sunrise Mine Project

Submissions closing on 06 May 2026, 05:00 PM

Parkes Shire Council advises that a Draft Deed of Variation to the Planning Agreement for the Sunrise Mine Project is now on public exhibition.
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