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Waste collection services

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Major projects

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Building & Plumbing Inspection Booking Request

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Council meetings

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Book a venue

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News

Stories Come to Life at Parkes Living Library Event

Published on 18 March 2026

Parkes Shire Library has successfully hosted its second Living Library event as part of the NSW Seniors Festival, offering a unique opportunity for community members to connect through storytelling.

Community Groups Encouraged to Sign Up for New Online Directory

Published on 17 March 2026

Parkes Shire Council is calling on all local community groups and organisations to join a brand-new online Community Directory designed to help residents connect, belong and get involved across the Shire.

Water Restrictions and Quality Monitored

Published on 09 March 2026

Parkes Shire will maintain a cautious approach to water management despite slight improvements in reservoir storage levels, as the NSW Government forecasts drought conditions expanding further into western, central and northern NSW.
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Events

Parkes Homegrown (March)

21 March 2026

Mark your calendars for an extraordinary homegrown markets extravaganza on Saturday 21 March 2025 from 9am until 2pm.

Seniors Festival - Crowns for the Peak Hill Seniors Cup

26 March 2026

Celebrate Seniors Festival at Peak Hill Library with a fun game of Crowns for the Peak Hill Seniors Cup! Join in the friendly competition, meet other seniors, and enjoy a social afternoon.

Walk to Work Day Supporting Black Dog Institute

27 March 2026

Australians are being encouraged to prioritise their mental health when Walk to Work Day returns on Friday 27 March 2026, with a refreshed national focus on wellbeing and workplace fundraising.
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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.

Waste 2 Art 2026

On display until 30 June 2026

Our Annual Waste 2 Art community art exhibition invites schools, community groups and individuals to transform rubbish into art and design, in this innovative competition.

The purpose of Waste 2 Art is to encourage everyone to reduce, reuse & recycle, and change our attitudes about the things we throw away and this year's focus theme is Shrink Your Footprint.

Sale of Land for Overdue Rates and Charges

On display until 06 May 2026

Notice of sale of land for overdue rates and charges in accordance with Section 713 of the Local Government Act 1993.
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Your Say

Have Your Say - Bushman's Dam Flood Repair Project

Submissions closing on 24 March 2026, 10:00 AM

Council is seeking community feedback on the Community Asset Program 2024 - Bushman’s Dam Flood Repair Project. The project will deliver long-lasting improvements to better manage future rain events that Bushman’s Dam has previously been unable to accommodate, while also enhancing the area’s appearance.

Proposed Road Renaming - Marta Lane and a section of Foothills Lane

Submissions closing on 25 March 2026, 10:00 AM

Council has received a request to consider the renaming of two local roads in Bogan Gate to better reflect property names and long-standing family associations within the area. Following receipt of the request, Council is undertaking community engagement and consultation with local residents and relevant community associations to seek feedback on the proposed road renaming changes.

Development Applications on Exhibition

Council places Development Applications on the MyParkes portal from time to time as and when they are ready for public exhibition. Check this site periodically to find any DAs you may wish to review.

The MyParkes Portal web site displays all Development Applications currently on public exhibition within the Parkes Shire.
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Message from the Mayor

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Projects and Works

See all the major projects currently underway to improve our facilities and services.

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