Council actively promotes the Parkes Shire as a place to invest and do business. Council is keen to hear about industries, business and suppliers that would benefit your business and the Shire. If your business is expanding or relocating the EBDM can assist by facilitating meetings with Council staff. Council is developing a newsletter which will feature local business success stories that will be used to promote the Shire to potential investors and residents.

The EBDM’s role is to facilitate greater investment and information flow by encouraging partnerships, hosting networking activities and providing business development opportunities. Throughout the coming year Council intends to host a series of industry events and will invite guest speakers to talk about current issues. If there is a topic that you believe would be of benefit please contact the EBDM.

Council encourages investment and economic activity through its strategic planning framework and Economic Development Plan. It is Council’s role to ensure there is adequate land available for residential and industrial developments. Council currently has industrial land for sale available for immediate development.

The EBDM can help your business remain viable and grow. If you have an idea that you would like some help to develop, or you would simply like to discuss matters confidentially, do not hesitate to contact the EBDM.

Council regularly meets with the local Federal and State Member of Parliament, and also corresponds with State and Federal Ministers. Council’s EBDM can, on your behalf, lobby government when your business has been adversely affected by a decision, or would benefit from a change in government policy or process.

Council lobbies government on behalf of the community for major infrastructure projects, such as Peak Hill Multi-Purpose Centre, Parkes Hospital, Parkes Police Station, upgrades to the Airport, roads and highways, the Melbourne to Brisbane Inland Rail, and for the National Broadband Network (NBN). Projects like these are important to the economy.

Below is a snapshop of Parkes Shire Council's top 8 priorities:

Parkes Shire Council's Top 8 Priorities

Service provision is one of the major functions of local government. A reliable supply of infrastructure and service can support development opportunities. If you believe that Council can provide a better or improved service to your business please contact the EBDM. Council values your feedback.