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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

View vacancies within the council and join the team to help our community.

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.

Development

You've decided to build, renovate, redevelop, buy or sell. Find out what's next in the process.

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

$35,000 Boost For Local Sport Through Parkes Shire Sports Grants

Published on 31 October 2025

Parkes Shire Council and Evolution Mining Northparkes Operations are pleased to announce the successful applicants from Round 2 of the 2025 Parkes Shire Sports Grants Program.

Building a stronger, more connected Parkes Shire

Published on 21 October 2025

A social cohesion project that is a bold and inclusive initiative designed to foster stronger, more resilient and more cohesive communities in the Parkes Shire.

Construction Begins On Graddle Creek Bridge Project

Published on 10 October 2025

Parkes Shire Council is pleased to announce that on-site works are now commencing on the long-awaited Graddle Creek Bridge project along The McGrane Way, following a comprehensive process of land acquisition, design, and approvals.
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Events

Storytime

04 November 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

04 November 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

04 November 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.

Proposed Road Closure – Lister Lane, Bogan Gate

On display until 20 November 2025

Parkes Shire Council is seeking community feedback on a proposal to close a portion of Lister Lane, located between Station Street and Lachlan Street in Bogan Gate.

Important Notice - Sewer Main Works – Western Sewer Augmentation Stage

On display until 23 December 2025

Construction work will begin soon
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Your Say

Public Exhibition: Draft Code of Meeting Practice

Submissions closing on 03 November 2025, 05:00 PM

Notice is hereby given that the Draft Code of Meeting Practice for Council Meetings is on public exhibition.

Recreational Waterbodies - Drought Management Plans

Ongoing consultation

Tell us how you use your favourite lakes, rivers, and wetlands, how drought has affected your activities, and what you think should be done to keep these spots thriving during dry times.

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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