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Waste collection services

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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

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Book a venue

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News

Applications For Jack Scoble University Scholarship Now Open

Published on 05 December 2023

Parkes Shire students undertaking their first year of full-time university studies in 2024 are encouraged to apply for a Jack Scoble Scholarship.

Local Leaders Welcome Additional Flood Recovery Support

Published on 28 November 2023

Mayor of Parkes Shire, Cr Neil Westcott, and Deputy Mayor, Marg Applebee, welcomed a brief visit from Parliamentary Secretary for Disaster Recovery, Ms Janelle Saffin MP, and Mr Ken Harrison of the NSW Reconstruction Authority on Wednesday 15 November 2023. Community members are encouraged to sign up to receive the latest information on the recently announced flood recovery program.

Free Child Restraint Checks - Parkes

Published on 22 November 2023

Parkes Shire Council are ensuring that children are safe and secure when travelling in vehicles with free child restraint checks by Authorised Child Restraint Fitters in Parkes on Tuesday 5 December 2023.
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Events

Christmas Craft

13 December 2023

We have an exciting line up of Christmas activities. Try your hand at using the Cricut machine to personalise some Christmas baubles or tackle the laser cutter and create Christmas stars.

Christmas Flicks

15 December 2023

Join us early in December for a special Christmas edition of Friday Flicks with a romantic Christmas movie. Wear your favourite holiday outfit to Celebrate

Meet Santa at Terry Bros Parkes

16 December 2023

Join Terry Bros Parkes to welcome Santa to Parkes this Christmas.
On Saturday, 16 December 2023, Santa will be in store at Terry Bros Parkes for photos with your family, grandparents or friend group. Bring your camera to capture the perfect moment.
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Public Notices

Road closures

On display until 31 December 2023

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

Financial Assistance for the Peak Hill CTC

On Display Indefinitely

Council wishes to advise the community of its intention to provide up to $10,000 in financial assistance to the Peak Hill CTC to support the Peak Hill and District Times newspaper.

Notice of Works: Temporary Lane Closure Tullamore

On display until 16 December 2023

Parkes Shire Council wishes to advise of the following lane closure for removal of trees at Memorial Park, Tullamore.
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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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