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Road closures

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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

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Council meetings

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Book a venue

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News

Earthworks underway for the new Parkes Wetlands project

Published on 08 June 2023

The development of the new Parkes Wetlands is underway, with local contractor Steve Magill Earthmoving (SME) awarded the tender to carry out the earthworks.
This project will redevelop Parkes' former Sewage Treatment Plant maturation ponds into the Parkes Wetlands; a high-value, hydrologically complex wetland, capable of supporting a diverse range of native fauna and flora.

Keeping the roads safe during sowing

Published on 31 May 2023

Agricultural machinery owners and operators are invited to get road ready ahead of the 2023 sowing season, by picking up a free 'Moving Harvest Machinery' USB from all agricultural machinery retailers and rural supply stores in the Parkes, Forbes and Lachlan Shires areas.

Double demerits for June long weekend

Published on 25 May 2023

Motorists across the Parkes, Forbes and Lachlan Shire Council areas are being reminded to drive safely over the King's Birthday long weekend as double demerit points come into force.
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Events

Peak Hill's 50th Annual Arts and Craft Exhibition

09 June 2023

Save the date!
Peak Hill Leisure Centre Arts and Craft are celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Peak Hill's 50th Annual Arts and Craft Exhibition on the June long weekend - 9-11 June, 2023.

Friday Flicks

30 June 2023

Each month some of the latest and most loved films are shown at Parkes Shire Library. Come along and enjoy tea, coffee and snacks with a great film!

Author-Rised

04 July 2023

Do you have a passion for writing?
Come along to Author-Rised, Parkes Shire Library's writing group where all writers from 18+ share their passion for writing over snacks and tea.
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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.

Road closure: Reid St, Parkes

On display until 25 August 2023

Council wishes to advise that upgrades to the stormwater network are being undertaken along Reid Street, between Renshaw McGirr Way and East Street, Parkes.

Council intends to conduct the works on Monday 29 May 2023 to Friday 25 August 2023 from 7:00am to 5:00pm, weather permitting.

Notice of works: Bushman and Dalton Streets, Parkes

On display until 29 July 2023

Council wishes to advise that the intersection of Bushman and Dalton Streets Parkes, will be temporarily closed from Monday 13 March 2023 until Friday 28 July 2023 to facilitate the construction of a roundabout.
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Have Your Say

Draft Councillor Access to Information and Staff Policy

Ongoing consultation

BackgroundThe Model Code of Conduct for Local Councils in NSW ("the Model Code"), made under section 440 of the Local Government Act 1993, sets the minimum standards of conduct for Council Officials, including both Councillors and Council staff.The Model Code is prescribed to assist Council Officials to:understand and comply with the standards of conduct that are e...

Destination Management Plan and Business Bypass Strategy

Ongoing consultation

Image acknowledgement: David McClenaghan - CSIROParkes Shire Council is preparing a Destination Management Plan (DMP) and Bypass Strategy, which aims to establish a shared vision, goals, strategies and actions to guide the growth of the Parkes visitor economy and proactively respond to the impacts of the Newell Highway bypass.We know that our community is incredibly proud to...

Middleton Master Plan

Ongoing consultation

PUBLIC EXHIBITION NOW CLOSEDThank you to the Parkes Shire community for Having Your Say on the Draft Middleton Masterplan.Public Exhibition - Draft Middleton MasterplanThe Draft Middleton Masterplan is now available for public comment. The Draft Middleton Masterplan has been developed based on the findings of the preliminary community consultation which was carried out from ...
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Swimming Pools

All facilities are open throughout the summer swim season, which runs from October to March.

Flood support

Information and resources for Parkes Shire residents affected by flooding.

Parkes Water Security Program

Information about the Parkes Water Security Program packages of work.

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