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Road closures

View a list of current road conditions, including road closures and road works.

Lodge a request or report an issue

Report a problem with roads, parks or facilities. Request a Council service.

Careers

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Waste collection services

Find your bin collection dates, or request new bins and waste pickup.

Major projects

Learn more about major projects and works, planned and underway across the Parkes Shire.

Building & Plumbing Inspection Booking Request

Use this link to request a Building or Plumbing Inspection at your convenience.

Council meetings

See upcoming meetings and learn how to get involved.

Book a venue

Book one of our various venues for your next event.

News

$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.

Alectown Fire: Crews Work To Contain 950HA Blaze

Published on 27 November 2025

Parkes Shire Council is today continuing to support NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) efforts following the Alectown fire, which started yesterday after a series of lightning strikes along Kadina Road ignited a tree during a storm event. The quick response of RFS volunteers and support services was key to bringing the fire under control.

Applications Now Open For The 2026 Jack Scoble Scholarships

Published on 20 November 2025

Parkes Shire Council is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2026 Jack Scoble Scholarships. The Jack Scoble Scholarship Fund is an annual initiative designed to support local students pursuing further education and training.
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Events

Storytime

02 December 2025

Join us Tuesday mornings during term time for some fun at Storytime. Bring along your children aged 3 - 5 yrs (younger children welcome).

Multicultural Art Group

02 December 2025

The Multicultural Art Group meets monthly to connect, create and build community. It is an iniative for new arrival migrants and refugees to the area. Please bring a plate of cultural food to share for morning tea. All welcome.

Author-rised

02 December 2025

Come along to Author-Rised this month to meet great people, learn a but about writing and, of course, to write. New members always welcome!
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Public Notices

Road Closures

On display until 31 December 2025

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

Blue-Green Algae Present at the Bogan Weir, Peak Hill

On Display Indefinitely

Blue-Green Algae confirmed at Bogan Weir, Peak Hill. Exposure to algal toxins can lead to serious health consequences for humans, domesticated animals, and wildlife. Residents and visitors are urged to avoid contact with this water body until further notice, as it can be toxic to humans and animals.

Advice on Recalled Coloured Sand Products

On display until 22 December 2025

Advice on Recalled Coloured Sand Products
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Your Say

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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Parkes Water Security Program

Information about the Parkes Water Security Program packages of work.

Projects and Works

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

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